《Reborn Capital Empire》


 Chapter 1： Reborn America

    Chapter 1 Reborn America


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    "Da da��!"


    The crisp sound of high heels hitting the marble floor echoed in the corridors of the inpatient unit at Woodrow Hospital in the Sunset District of San Francisco.


    "Ms. Berg, this is it!"


    Chris Berg turned her head and looked at the ward marked with number 305. After the accompanying nurse pushed open the door, she walked in.


    This is a two-person ward, but in the white ward filled with the smell of disinfectant, there is only one young patient for the time being.


    Chris Berg frowned slightly, she was not used to the smell here.


    After taking a look, he was leaning back on the hospital bed at this time, his expression was a little dull, with a pale young man on his green face.


    "Mr. Guo?"


    The young man looked a little dull, and after a while, he turned to look at her.


    Seeing this, Chris Berg couldn''t help frowning. Although the responsibility for the car accident was not entirely on their side, if they were intact and the other party''s brain was damaged, there is no doubt that the judge would not be biased in court. them. Of course, money can do almost everything in the United States, and the law is not a problem. But doing so would cost her employer''s reputation.


    "You are��?"


    Looking at this middle-aged white woman wearing a black lady''s suit, frowning, and looking at her with a serious and dignified expression, Guo Shouyun briefly looked at it, and then asked tentatively.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. I''m Chris Berg, the assistant to the person involved in the car accident. After hearing from Dr. Ritter that you were sober, I came here to visit!"


    "thanks!"


    Looking at the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, Guo Shouyun also raised his hand and shook it briefly.


    Chris Berg is obviously a shrewd and capable professional elite. After a simple greeting, she continued in a rhetorical manner: "Mr. Guo, the responsibility for this car accident is not entirely ours. If you didn''t run the red light at that time, The latter will not happen. However, considering Mr. Guo''s situation at the time, we have no plan to hold you accountable. In addition, we are also very sympathetic to your injury. Therefore, all medical expenses during your hospitalization this time will be covered by We will pay for it, and we will also be responsible for the repair of your damaged car, and this is the end of the matter!"


    Guo Shouyun silently scrutinized the rather aggressive and powerful woman in front of him. The other party was obviously a master of negotiation. As soon as he came up, he put the responsibility on him first, and then asked for a private reconciliation.


    Of course, what the other party said was also correct. The cause of the accident was indeed caused by ''he'' running a red light. But despite this, Guo Shouyun still hates the other party''s strong attitude.


    "Can!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded after being silent for a while.


    Although he hates the other party in his heart, he is very clear about what is most important to him now.


    Chris Berger breathed a sigh of relief. Judging from the data, the young Chinese boy in front of him is a genius with far superior IQ and emotional intelligence. She thought it would be difficult to convince the other party, but she did not expect it to be done so easily.


    "Since Mr. Guo has agreed, please sign this document!"


    After taking the document handed over by the other party, Guo Shouyun carefully read it and signed his name on the back.


    Only then did a slightly stiff smile appear on Chris Berg''s face.


    "Mr. Guo, I wish you a speedy recovery. Oh, by the way, this is your car key!" Put a bunch of keys from the handbag on the cabinet beside Guo Shouyun''s hospital bed, and leave a ''goodbye'', which is convenient and clean. turned and left the ward.


    "These rich people are always so domineering, they don''t even say a word of apology when they hurt someone!"


    It wasn''t until the other party left the door that the fat nurse who had been standing beside him and said nothing angrily said.


    "Ms Emma, ??can you do me a favor?"


    After Guo Shouyun smiled faintly, he couldn''t deny it.


    "What are you busy with?"


    "I want three notebooks, plus a pen and a bottle of ink!"


    "Okay, but don''t you read books?"


    "No!" Guo Shouyun shook his head, took out his wallet from the drawer of the bedside table on his right, took out $100 and handed it over.


    "It doesn''t take that much!"


    "If you have any leftovers, buy me a notebook!"


    "All right!"


    Nurse Emma nodded, took the dollar from Guo Shouyun''s hand, left a message of "rest well", and then turned and left the ward.


    It wasn''t until her back disappeared that Guo Shouyun sighed, leaning back against the head of the bed, looking at everything in front of him, with deep emotion and excitement in his eyes.


    As a senior post-80s urban online writer who works part-time at the starting point, he never imagined that he would be able to cross the street one day! And it is still a dream of China to travel to, nineteen years later, on the other side of the ocean, a Chinese youth with the same name and surname as himself.


    "It''s just a pity that my book of conferred gods is lost!"


    Before crossing the road, he had just been on fire for six years because of his new novel, and he successfully bought a house and a car in Modu, and successfully found a beautiful girlfriend ten years younger than him. Seeing that he was about to start a family, get married and have children in middle age, but he was reborn inexplicably through time?


    However, after sighing and sighing, Guo Shouyun couldn''t see the slightest slump on his face. Also, from 2019, back to 2000, nearly 20 years of previous knowledge is enough to make him "one step to the sky" in this turbulent era.


    In my last life, I lived for thirty-five years, and most of the time I was in a state of ''poor eating soil''. After suffering enough of being without money, Guo Shouyun never in this life would have made a small fortune and guarded his wife and children on the hot kang head. ''The slightest idea.


    As Wang Dazhui said in "Never Expected", when he becomes the CEO, marries Bai Fumei, and reaches the pinnacle of his life, he will live up to God''s mercy and give him a chance for great fortune.


    "Unfortunately, it''s already mid-February, and it''s been a few days before the Nasdaq crisis broke out. Otherwise, I can use this opportunity to complete the original capital accumulation!"


    Regret is regret, but for Guo Shouyun now, the most important thing is to recover from the injury first, and then use the time in the hospital to make a detailed plan for his future development.


    Nurse Emma''s movements were not slow. In less than half an hour, she bought everything Guo Shouyun wanted.


    "By the way, Ms. Emma, ??when can I be discharged from the hospital?"


    Although it has not caught up with the Nasdaq crisis, Guo Shouyun does not want to stay in the hospital too much and continue to waste precious time.


    "It depends on your state of recovery! ... Don''t worry, the lady Berg just paid you a month''s hospitalization fee, and you don''t need to spend any money!"


    Looking at Nurse Emma who turned and left after speaking, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much. What he cares about is not money at all, but time.


    And the memory of this body he received from him, this young Chinese who has the same name as himself, the English name of Bruce Guo, is barely a first-class rich second-generation in the eyes of ordinary people.


    However, compared to the other party''s net worth of several million dollars, what Guo Shouyun admired most was that this guy was a real scholar.


    At the age of 11, he won the first prize in the junior high school group of the California Science Competition, at the age of 13, he won the gold medal in the ''Intel International Science and Engineering Competition Mathematics Subject'', at the age of 15, he won the first prize in the International Mathematics Olympiad, and at the age of 17, he won the highest prize in the United States. The top private high school ''Huck Middle School'' entered the famous ''Stanford University'' without examination. Now 19 years old, he has obtained a master''s degree in "computer science" and a bachelor''s degree in "economics" from Stanford University. Before the car accident, I had just finished the defense of the bachelor''s degree in ''History''. From what I remember, the bachelor''s degree in ''History'' basically did not run away.


    And this is not just a scholar, he is also the main guard of the college basketball team, with a height of 187cm, a strong physique, superior talent in guitar and piano, and a handsome appearance.


    It can be said that compared to Guo Shouyun, who graduated from two domestic literature departments, has no family background and no background, UU reading is only 172cm tall, and looks ordinary, with a slightly fat body and basically no woman. For Guo Shouyun, this person has the same name as himself. The guy with the same surname is the undisputed genius in Mary Sue''s novels.


    "It''s a pity that ''Heaven is jealous of Yingcai''!"


    In addition to sighing, Guo Shouyun also felt that he was lucky and inherited a body that had already laid a good foundation.


    "No wonder I feel that my memory has improved so much all of a sudden. Not only is the memory of the past exceptionally clear at this time, but I can remember things two or three times when I look at them! I originally thought it was the benefit of time-travel, but now I see that this is someone else''s Talent from childhood to adulthood!"


    Shaking his head, he calmed down the somewhat complicated thoughts in his heart, filled the pen next to him with ink, grabbed a black thick leather notebook and opened it. After thinking for a while, he began to focus on writing on it. stand up.


    There is a saying that "a good memory is not as good as a bad writing". It''s hard to forget the content that you will use in the future. At this time, while your memory is clear and you have time, you should naturally record it well.


    Of course, in order to avoid others seeing clues. When it comes to sensitive content such as time, person''s name, company name, etc., he replaces it with pinyin, Arabic numerals, or symbols that only he can understand.


    Originally, Guo Shouyun thought that writing two or three notebooks would be enough, but he never thought that when he was discharged from the hospital a month later, all the seven notebooks that Emma had bought would be used.


    He changed his hospital gown, packed his most important notebook, and cherished it behind his back. Then he briefly looked at the room he had been in for a month after returning from time travel, and turned around and walked out. After completing the discharge procedures, Guo Shouyun left Woodrow Hospital alone in a yellow Chevrolet he had just bought without notice.

 Chapter 2： lincoln house

    Chapter 2 The Lincolns


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    Following the familiar road, he quickly left the urban area of ??San Francisco, and then followed the coastal road to Santa Rosa. Guo Shouyun did not enter the urban area, but turned into a not spacious road in the suburbs. After driving around for about a dozen kilometers, he stopped in front of a sign that said ''Guo''s Farm''.


    Simply looking at the huge black traditional Chinese characters, the information about this farm also emerged from his mind.


    After shaking his head with a slightly complicated expression, Guo Shouyun pulled the steering wheel, turned the car to the right, and slowly drove out of the farm yard along the curving stone road.


    After pushing the door down, he took his luggage and looked at it briefly. The small courtyard surrounded by a circle of half-person-high wooden fences, and the center of the courtyard were two stories high. The exterior was painted gray. After the mottled wooden building, Guo Shouyun pushed open the closed wooden door and walked in.


    Soon, a German black back rushed up from the side like lightning after hearing the sound.


    Guo Shouyun subconsciously took a few steps back, a hint of fear appeared on his face. He has been afraid of dogs since he was a child, especially large dogs. However, after seeing the majestic figure in front of him, the black back with bright hair, wagging his tail, and showing a pleasing look to himself, he only reacted. It is not a stranger to it, but the owner it wants to please.


    Maybe it was another Guo Shouyun''s subconscious. He quickly overcame the fear of this black back in his heart, and instead reached out and licked its fluffy head.


    "Karl, go play by yourself!"


    "Wang Wang...!"


    After a few pleasing barks, Hei Bei turned his head and ran to his kennel on the edge of the yard to climb down. However, a pair of dark eyes were still tightly placed on Guo Shouyun.


    With a slight sigh of relief, Guo Shouyun briefly looked at the small courtyard full of Chinese pastoral style with grapes, roses, and orchids. He walked along the fairly smooth stone road, crossed the steps in front of the door, and took out from his pocket. After taking the key, the closed door was opened.


    Chandeliers, sofas, TVs, reclining chairs, everything in the living room is so unfamiliar, but full of a strange sense of familiarity. After looking around, Guo Shouyun noticed the photo wall in the corner of the living room.


    In addition to the other "self" of different ages, the one who appeared the most was an old man with a medium stature and a strong body.


    From the memory left by the predecessor, we know that this old man is Bruce Guo''s adoptive father, Guo Jiancheng! In China, this is a very common name.


    But the other party''s life is also somewhat legendary.


    Guo Jiancheng, who was born in Fujian Province in 1920, was originally an authentic fisherman. If it wasn''t for the outbreak of the Anti-Japanese War, maybe he would have fished at the seaside all his life.


    But things are changeable. In 1938, Guo Jiancheng, who was just 18 years old, was like many young people in China at that time. He was recruited by the army. However, he did not enter the army, but because of his excellent water quality, he entered the navy and served in the ''Xianning'' gunboat. After the Xianning sank in the Wuhan-Han battle, Guo Jiancheng joined the ''miracle destroyer'', The Danyang Ship, known as the ''Phoenix'' (curious friends can check the information on their own), lived until the end of the war.


    In 1955, Guo Jiancheng retired from the Dan-yang ship. Due to the political situation on both sides of the Taiwan Strait at that time, he couldn''t return to his home, so he found a job as a second officer in a shipping company. It lasted for 16 years, until 1981, Guo Jiancheng picked up the abandoned Guo Shouyun at the Hong Kong-Hong Kong pier. Guo Jiancheng, who had never married because of the war slandered his lower body, adopted Guo Shouyun, who was still in his infancy.


    It was at this time that he was getting older, and his body was gradually unable to adapt to the bumpy and humid environment at sea. So he retired from the ship and brought Guo Shouyun, who was still in his infancy, to the United States. He used his retirement allowance and salary, as well as more than 200,000 US dollars earned from running the sea for many years to carry private goods, in Santa Rosa, San Francisco. Bought a small farm of about 100 acres.


    After 20 years of operation, today''s Guo''s farm has more than quadrupled in size and has become a medium-sized farm with 560 acres of land and full easements.


    Based on the current average farm price in California, Guo''s farm alone is worth nearly $6 million. In addition, Guo''s Farm also has two Guo''s Fresh Stores in San Francisco''s Chinatown, which produce and sell the farm''s output. That all adds up to about $6.5 million.


    It''s a pity that Guo Jiancheng passed the hurdle of being 73 years old, but not 84 years old.


    It was when Guo Shouyun received the news of his adoptive father''s death that he was in a hurry to rush to the hospital before he had a car accident, killing himself and letting another soul from nineteen years later take over his body.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    When Guo Shouyun was examining this familiar and unfamiliar room, and many unfamiliar and familiar memories kept popping up in his mind, the phone in his pocket suddenly rang.


    "Hello, who are you?"


    "Hello, Mr. Guo, I''m George Davis from Baker & McKenzie International Law Firm. I''m the will attorney of your adoptive father, Mr. Guo Jiancheng!"


    Guo Shouyun understood in his heart.


    "Hello, Lawyer Davis!"


    "Mr. Guo, I didn''t want to disturb you when you were just discharged from the hospital, but the will has been delayed for a month. It will be more beneficial to you in terms of taxation if you decide it sooner!"


    "I understand!" After thinking for a while, "Well, I''m going back to school tomorrow, just in time to find you!"


    "Okay, I''ll send the meeting address back to your phone later!"


    "Can!"


    "See you tomorrow then!"


    "See you tomorrow!"


    After hanging up, Guo Shouyun looked at the Motorola flip phone that looked like an antique in his hand, shook his head slightly, and showed no interest in playing. After receiving a text message from Davis, confirming the time and place to meet tomorrow, he put it in his pocket.


    At this moment, footsteps from far and near came from outside. Soon, a knock on the door rang out.


    "Please come in!"


    Accompanied by the hoarse rubbing sound of the heavy wooden door being pushed open, a tall, sturdy middle-aged white uncle in a slightly stained denim suit, a brown brim hat, and a shaggy beard walked in.


    Seeing Guo Shouyun standing in the living room, the uncle looked very happy.


    "Bruce, you really came back. However, why didn''t you inform us in advance that you were discharged from the hospital? Aunt Mary and I are planning to pick you up!"


    With that said, the happy uncle came up and gave Guo Shouyun a warm hug.


    Feeling this familiar yet unfamiliar hug, Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, and then pushed it away a little clumsily.


    "Uncle Blair, I''m an adult, and a lot of things should be done by myself."


    "Heard that without Blair, our little Bruce is an adult!"


    Following the voice, a fat lady in a light blue dress walked in from the door.


    "Aunt Mary!"


    Blair Lincoln, Mary Lincoln, are farm workers hired by Guo''s farm, and they have been here since Guo Jiancheng bought the farm. After nearly 20 years, this kind-hearted German couple has long regarded Guo Shouyun, who grew up as a child, as their child. Especially Mary Lincoln, when Guo Shouyun was still an infant, he grew up on her breast milk.


    Therefore, although the Guo family and the Lincoln family have always been two families, they get along more like one family. Even Guo Jiancheng''s funeral was handled by Blair.


    The smiling Mary walked to Guo Shouyun''s side, pushed her husband away unceremoniously, looked up and down, carefully looked at Guo Shouyun several times, and then pulled him into her arms even harder.


    "God bless my little Bruce safe and sound!"


    Feeling the concern and worry expressed in Mary''s words, Guo Shouyun, who was over fifty years old together, couldn''t help feeling the warmth in his heart, even if he had lived in two generations.


    After his parents divorced in his previous life, he was brought up by his grandparents. Because both of their parents have remarried, they are rarely seen in daily life except for the occasional meeting during the festivals. Moreover, even if they meet occasionally, apart from the alimony that can be counted on one hand, he has never felt much paternal and maternal love from his biological parents. Therefore, for these two feelings, he is particularly lacking.


    "Mom, I''m going back this time to eat the Orleans barbecue and pasta you made. It''s not because you and Bruce are flirting here. It''s really unfair. How can this guy get more love with a handsome face."


    The speaker was a white young man standing at the door with arms folded, a straight suit and a smile on his face.


    "Mata, when did you free congressman have time to go home? Did you get your master''s degree from UC Berkeley Law School?"


    Matta Lincoln, the eldest son of Blair and Mary, graduated from UC Berkeley School of Law and aspired to be President of the United States from an early age. So as soon as he graduated from college, he ran for Berkeley City Council. Because of the excellent grades during his studies and the recommendation of the school, he successfully realized his wish two years after graduation.


    However, compared to members of Congress and state legislators, Berkeley city councillors are purely welfare jobs and usually do not have wages. So in addition to giving advice on the development of Berkeley, Matta Lincoln is still working in a law firm.


    After listening to Guo Shouyun''s words, Matta Lincoln, who was still smiling just now, with a hint of pride in his eyes, immediately became embarrassed as if constipated.


    He asked himself that he was also the type with excellent talent among his peers, and he never bothered his parents whether he was studying or working. But there is a freak like Guo Shouyun, compared with this ''child from someone else''s family'', his outstanding achievements in the eyes of outsiders have become ordinary in the eyes of his parents.


    Therefore, from childhood to adulthood, except for his silly brother Gordon, who is the same age as Guo Shouyun. Neither he nor his sister Catherine were willing to stay with Guo Shouyun.


    Without it, too much pressure.

 Chapter 3： Kwok Family Trust

    Chapter 3 Guo Family Trust


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    After rolling his eyes towards Guo Shouyun, "I''m here to worship Grandpa Guo!"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun nodded and his expression became low. Inheriting all the memories of Bruce Guo, naturally, he is also affected by this memory.


    "Little Bruce, don''t be sad. Although Uncle Guo is gone, we are still here!" Mary rubbed Guo Shouyun''s head lovingly.


    Although Guo Shouyun''s heart was moved by Mary''s comfort, he still felt embarrassed when he was ''caressed'' like a child by a woman who had lived for more than 50 years in his two lifetimes.


    Blair obviously noticed his strangeness, and immediately smiled: "Okay Mary, Bruce is nineteen years old and an adult."


    "No matter how old he is, in my eyes, little Bruce will always be the kid who chases me for milk just like Gordon!"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun was so embarrassed, Zhang Jun''s face was half red.


    "Ha ha��!"


    It was rare to see him so embarrassed, and Matta Lincoln laughed arrogantly.


    Hearing the laughter of her son and husband, and seeing the embarrassment on Guo Shouyun''s face, Mary couldn''t help but smile.


    "It''s a pity that Katherine has to prepare her master''s thesis, and Gordon is still in the military in Hawaii, otherwise we can celebrate Jr. Bruce''s healthy discharge."


    "Mary, be happy. We still have a lot of time to get together in the future." Blair comforted his wife.


    The latter nodded and greeted Guo Shouyun, along with her husband and son, to a small two-story building not far from the right side of the villa. This is Lincoln''s house, Guo Shouyun spent his childhood here, and he is naturally very familiar.


    Mary''s cooking is good, especially the barbecue. Therefore, Guo Shouyun was quite satisfied with the first big meal since his rebirth. Because I have to see a lawyer the next day to handle the will. Therefore, Guo Shouyun left Guo''s farm with Matta Lincoln, who also wanted to return to Berkeley to work.


    Of course, before returning to San Francisco, he also had to pay homage to Guo Jiancheng, who had been buried.


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    Looking at the familiar photos on the tombstone, Guo Jiancheng put the white carnation in his hand beside him. At the same time, he said silently in his heart: "Although I am no longer the original Guo Shouyun, to a certain extent I have inherited everything from him. Therefore, you will be my adoptive father in the future, and I will come to worship you every Qingming and New Year''s Eve! "


    "Bruce, don''t be sad, you and all of us!"


    Looking at Mata''s comforting eyes, Guo Shouyun nodded. After taking another look at the photo on the tombstone, he slowly turned around.


    "Let''s go."


    The two left the cemetery together.


    Because the road ahead is different, the two will part ways from here.


    "Don''t forget what I told you!"


    Guo Shouyun said before getting on the bus.


    Matta Lincoln nodded.


    "I know, I''ll let you know when it''s done. But don''t you like the Internet, when are you ready to invest again?"


    "You''ll understand later!"


    Seeing that Guo Shouyun was reluctant to say more, Matta Lincoln was also interested in not asking more. In the United States, respect for personal privacy is basic common sense.


    "Goodbye then!"


    "goodbye!"


    After separating from Matta Lincoln, Guo Shouyun drove to Baker & McKenzie''s San Francisco office.


    "Hello sir, is there anything I can help you with?"


    The lady at the front desk respectfully said.


    "I have an appointment with attorney George Davis!"


    "Okay, please wait a moment!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, the lady at the front desk picked up the phone on the table and asked a few questions.


    "Sir, please wait in the rest area over there, lawyer Davis will come to see you soon!"


    After saying thanks, Guo Shouyun walked to the rest area on the right side of the hall, but before he could sit down, a young black man in a neat suit strode out from the inner office area, his eyes after seeing him. , looked happy, and took the initiative to come over.


    "Hello, are you Mr. Bruce Guo?"


    "I''m!"


    "I''m Davis''s assistant, and my name is Mike!"


    "Hello!"


    The two sides simply shook hands.


    "Mr. Guo, please come with me! Lawyer Davis is already waiting for you in the VIP room!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, followed him through the work area, and walked into an elegantly decorated reception room. After he came in, a man wearing a dark Armani suit with a Vacheron Constantin limited edition watch on his right wrist, a pair of A middle-aged white man dressed as a successful man stood up with a smile.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo, I''m George Davis, the attorney for your adoptive father''s will."


    "Hello, Lawyer Davis!"


    "Please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    "Mr. Guo, about the will, did your adoptive father mention it to you before he died?"


    "mentioned!"


    Because of the high gift tax and inheritance tax, it is normal in the United States to set up a will in advance and transfer assets reasonably to future generations. Although Guo Jiancheng is Chinese at heart, he has been in the United States for so many years and has long since followed the customs.


    "That''s easy to do!"


    Davis nodded, then took out a few documents from his briefcase and handed them to Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. Guo Jiancheng''s will is divided into three parts. First, the establishment of Guo''s family trust fund, 560 acres of Guo''s farm and 2 Guo''s fresh food stores, and about 500,000 US dollars in cash, all of which are managed by the trust fund. According to Mr. Guo Jiancheng''s will, you are the sole executor of the Guo Family Trust Fund worth US$7 million."


    Wang Zheng nodded, not surprised by this. At present, the exemption for inheritance tax and gift tax in the United States is only 750,000 US dollars. Based on the total assets of the Guo family, if you want to pass the property to children like China, 50% of the assets must be taken out to pay inheritance tax. And, after deducting the $3.5 million in estate taxes, the remaining half is subject to personal income tax.


    That is to say, after the entire tax payment process, the assets of 7 million US dollars really belong to Guo Shouyun only about 2 million US dollars.


    After working hard for a lifetime, no one wants to see the situation before liberation. Therefore, Guo Shouyun talked to Guo Shouyun about the will as early as before his death. The Guo Family Trust Fund is Guo Jiancheng''s chosen tax avoidance method. And this is also the most common choice for the rich in the United States. As for the higher-level charitable funds, the current assets of the Guo family are not large enough to reach the level of charitable funds.


    "Secondly, Mr. Guo Jiancheng has purchased insurance for you of 1 million US dollars in the American Life Insurance Company; among them, 500,000 life insurance, 300,000 health insurance, and 200,000 US dollars accident insurance! According to the contract, after 20 years, your Receive $38,000 in cash from American Life Insurance each year until your end of life."


    Insurance is also a common form of tax avoidance. Many rich people buy huge amounts of insurance for their children before they die to avoid paying taxes.


    "Finally, Mr. Guo Jiancheng hopes that you can find relatives in his hometown on his behalf and help them as much as you can."


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Guo Jiancheng has five brothers and sisters, and he has never returned since he was recruited as a strong man. Later, because of ideological opposition, before China''s reform and opening up, he had no chance to set foot in his hometown again. In the 1980s, Guo Shouyun was too young to walk away. In the 1990s, it was okay, but the body was not. He dragged on like this until the day of his death, and he had no chance to go back to his hometown to see it again.


    Moreover, Guo Jiancheng had mentioned to Guo Shouyun more than once before his death, after his death, UU reading www.uukanshu. com hopes to bring the ashes back to their hometown for burial.


    "Mr. Guo, if you think there is no problem after reading it, please sign here!"


    Nodding his head clearly, after carefully examining all the contracts, Guo Shouyun signed his name at the designated place.


    "Mr. Guo, if you have no problem, Mike will accompany you to complete the industrial and commercial tax registration and bank transfer!"


    As a Gold Attorney at Baker McKenzie International LLP, George Davis'' attorney fees are calculated on an hourly basis, at $900 an hour. Time is precious and should not be wasted.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun can also understand.


    "Mr. Davis, are you a lawyer in business?"


    The latter was stunned for a moment, then nodded quickly.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and stretched out his right hand towards him.


    "I think there will be many opportunities for me to cooperate with Mr. Davis in the future!"


    "Very willing to serve Mr. Guo."


    George Davis held Guo Shouyun''s right hand, and no one was willing to reject a client who could bring him lucrative gains.


    "As for the lawyer''s fee this time, I believe my adoptive father has already paid it!"


    "Actually, Mr. Guo Jiancheng still has the remaining legal fees. I will transfer the remaining money to your account after Mr. Guo has completed the bank transfer."


    "Then I''ll say goodbye!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "goodbye!"


    Leaving the office of Baker & McKenzie Law Firm, with Mike''s help, he completed the industrial and commercial tax registration, and after completing the bank transfer, he had assets of US$6.5 million and the Guo family trust of US$500,000 in cash. , it was truly included in Guo Shouyun''s control.

 Chapter 4： LinkedIn

    Chapter 4 LinkedIn


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    Stanford University, located in Palo Alto in the southern part of the San Francisco Bay Area, is adjacent to Silicon Valley, and together with the University of California, Berkeley, in the North Bay of San Francisco constitute the academic center of the western United States. In the evaluation of various institutions around the world, Stanford is one of the best. Moreover, it is second only to Harvard University, and has produced the second most billionaires in the United States.


    Stanford is a coveted sanctuary for anyone from all over the world interested in computing and its related industries. Here, from the moment they enter the school, Stanford students are instilled with the idea that the goal of Stanford people is to change the world.


    Therefore, in many major Wall Street companies in the United States, the employees of Harvard, Princeton, Stanford and other top American universities who have joined the company at the same time, after three years of work, more than 60% of the staff from Harvard, Princeton and other famous schools, but from Stanford of people are basically gone.


    They are either starting a business, or they are on the road to preparing to start a business.


    Although Guo Shouyun is only 19 years old, he has been at Stanford for three years and is also deeply influenced by Stanford''s philosophy and the Internet boom in Silicon Valley. After his studies were no longer challenging, he also chose the path of entrepreneurship like his predecessors.


    However, his luck was not very good. The entrepreneurship was just a little bit bright, and when I was still looking for angel investment, I caught up with the Nasdaq crisis.


    Of course, when Bruce Guo became Guo Shouyun, everything was different.


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    Because American universities are basically open, Guo Shouyun''s Chevrolet can park directly downstairs. After locking the car door, I came to my dormitory on the third floor with my backpack on my back. As soon as I opened it, a hot wind rushed out. Immediately afterwards, a ''tick-tock'' sound entered his ears.


    In this regard, Guo Shouyun, who integrated Bruce Guo''s memory, was already prepared in his heart, so he didn''t find it strange.


    After closing the door and walking through the porch, a messy-looking living room came into view.


    In addition to the sofa that is squeezed in the corner, which is already a bit outdated, more than 70% of the central area of ??the entire living room is occupied by four or five stacked tables. On the table is an LCD computer from HP. Of course, there is a huge difference in size and style with later generations. In the middle of the four Sky Computers are two larger-than-normal computer cases.


    Seemingly messy cables connected to each other, while ticking electronic signals rang out from the main chassis.


    Apart from the kitchen and bathroom, there are two rooms on the left and right sides of the living room. Guo Shouyun pushed aside the one on the left, which was his bedroom. After putting down his backpack, he just wanted to knock on the door on the right. I saw that the closed entrance door was opened again.


    A white young man with brown curly hair and a slightly fat body in dark casual clothes walked in.


    "Bruce, are you out of the hospital?"


    Looking at his roommate, who is also the only best friend in the university, entrepreneurial partner, and of course Martin Alexander, a computer science student, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "That''s great!" After coming up and giving Guo Shouyun a warm hug, "Why didn''t you tell me in advance that you were discharged from the hospital, as my best friend, I should pick you up."


    "No. In contrast, if there is a party to celebrate my discharge, I think it should be more appropriate!"


    "OK, wrap it on me!"


    Wang Zheng smiled, "By the way, you look so neatly dressed. What, did you have a girlfriend while I was away?"


    "I''m not as feminine as you are, and I can have a school girl as a girlfriend!" After a pause, Martin Alexander''s tone became slightly lower, "Bruce, I went to see an angel investor just now, but he refused. Invest money in our projects. . . . It''s my fault, if I had listened to you sooner, we would have been able to get a lot of development money before the Nasdaq crisis."


    He patted his friend''s shoulder, "Don''t be discouraged, Martin, we have another way!"


    The latter shook his head and said with a dejected expression: "I have thought of all the ways. For those two second-hand IBM enterprise-class servers, the two of us have spent all the scholarships and competition bonuses. If there is no more capital investment , the large amount of data generated by the operation will exceed the load of the server, once the system crashes, all our previous efforts will be in vain...!"


    "I''ve found an investor!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted him with a smile.


    "what?"


    "I said I''ve found an institution willing to invest!"


    Seeing his friend''s surprised expression, Guo Shouyun repeated a sentence.


    "real?"


    "When did I lie to you!"


    "Great. Bruce, you still have a way!...By the way, what''s the other party''s name?" Martin Alexander said excitedly.


    "Guo''s Trust Fund!"


    "Guo''s Trust? Is there an investment company in Silicon Valley?"


    Martin Alexander thought hard about all the investors and institutions in Silicon Valley.


    "Not long after its establishment, it''s normal that you haven''t heard of it."


    "No wonder!" After heaving a sigh of relief, Martin looked up at his friend''s face, thinking of his previous name, "Bruce, isn''t this...?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "After my adoptive father passed away, the property was transferred to me in the form of a family trust fund. Although the money is not much, it is enough to support the development of ''Excellence'' for one year. With this year''s buffer, we will find a VC. Much easier!"


    Martin Alexander nodded in agreement.


    "Bruce, keep an eye on your adoptive father."


    This was the only word Martin Alexander could think of to comfort his friend at this time.


    "Thank you, I understand!" After a pause, "Let''s talk about happy topics! How has ''Excellence'' developed during my absence?"


    "Not bad, we added almost 15,000 registered users this month."


    "So, the entire ''Excellence'' has more than 50,000 users?"


    Martin Alexander nodded excitedly, "It''s 52,340 people!"


    The figure of less than 60,000 was not beyond Guo Shouyun''s expectations. After all, their website was just a ''small workshop'' located inside their dormitory. If it wasn''t for the opening of the comment area, where you could share job-hunting information, there might not even be more than 50,000 people now.


    "good!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Bruce, in the future Excellence will definitely become a big company like Yahoo, rewriting the entire talent recruitment and headhunting industry."


    "I also believe we can do it. But before that, we have to find a suitable office space for the new company. There is not enough space in the dormitory. Also, we need to recruit more engineers. Also, I want to give Change the company''s name!"


    "Rename? Why?"


    "Excellence is too ordinary, I think LinkedIn is more suitable."


    "LinkedIn, LinkedIn?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. According to Bruce Guo''s memory he received, the website they co-founded, like LinkedIn, which became a big hit later, was a professional social networking site for business customers.


    Although he can''t remember when LinkedIn was established, he has a good understanding of the structure and profit model of LinkedIn''s website after looking for a job on LinkedIn.


    After tasting Guo Shouyun''s new name, Martin Alexander nodded.


    "LinkedIn is indeed more suitable than Excellence, so call it ''Linkedin''!"


    "Martin, it''s still early. It just so happens that you and I both have time. Why don''t you find a suitable office, and I''ll settle the company registration."


    "No problem, I''ll go!"


    Martin Alexander, who had solved the financial problem, was full of energy at this time. But just when he was about to turn around and leave, Guo Shouyun stopped him.


    Looking at the suspicious eyes of his friend, Guo Shouyun didn''t give in.


    "Martin, the registered capital of the new company is 2 million US dollars, and I will leave you 20% of the original stock. In addition, I will be the CEO of the new company, and you will be the CTO, and we will find someone else for other positions. If you have Other opinions can be raised now."


    Brothers clearly settle accounts, and the issue of company equity, of course, must be made clear at the beginning.


    Martin also understands the truth, so after careful consideration, he nodded. The operation of the website is the credit of two people, and Guo Shouyun''s contribution is no less than his. Now he has invested another 2 million US dollars into the company, and it is enough to show his sincerity that he can give him 20% of the shares.


    "I have no problem."


    "That''s good! Let''s go! There are still many things waiting for us to solve."


    The two walked out of the room together.


    "By the way, have you notified Alice about your discharge from the hospital?"


    "not yet!"


    "You really decided to break up?"


    Guo Shouyun stopped, and after a moment of silence, "She will go to Taiwan~Taiwan after she gets her degree, and I can''t go back with him! We are not willing to have a long-distance relationship. Apart from breaking up, we have no second option. The road can be chosen."


    "Bruce, don''t be discouraged. When we succeed in our business and make a lot of money, there will be a lot of beautiful girls for you to choose from." Martin patted his friend''s shoulder and comforted.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said nothing more. With a foreknowledge of the next twenty years, his worries have never been money. However, these cannot be said to Martin, not even to anyone.

 Chapter 5： Workspace

    Chapter 5 Office Area


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    The most widely circulated sentence about Stanford University in later generations is: out of Stanford, within 20 kilometers around, all the resources needed for entrepreneurship are available. Angel, VC, PE, consulting, legal affairs, human resources, etc.


    Although the Nasdaq crisis at this time has burst the world''s Internet bubble, Silicon Valley looks much more depressed than in the past. But the business of registering a company remains simple.


    It costs a few hundred dollars for the information fee, and then submits a photocopy of the certificate, the company''s main shareholders and information and it is done, and the registration certificate and stamp can be obtained within 9 to 15 working days.


    As for the registered capital of two million US dollars, it does not need to be paid immediately, and it will be added later.


    After he dealt with the company registration, Martin also found a suitable office space for them.


    However, when Guo Shouyun drove his Chevrolet and found the address mentioned on Martin''s phone, he couldn''t help being a little dumbfounded. He originally thought that Martin would find a spacious and bright office building, but he never thought that the other party was simply looking for a garage!


    "Look, Bruce. It''s 800 square feet, twice the size of our dorm. And if the company expands later, we can rent the whole house. The most important thing is that the rent is cheap enough for a month. Just $120..."


    Looking at Martin, who was excited and eloquent, Guo Shouyun understood his idea of ??subconsciously saving even if he was rich. However, he has thought of better ways to raise funds. Although there will be more places to spend money later. But at this time, there is no need to feel wronged that ''Linkedin'' is working in the garage. If so, he would rather be in the dormitory than choose here.


    "Martin, calm down. Have you made a deposit here?"


    "Not yet, you are the CEO of the company. How can I make decisions alone without your consent!"


    "That''s good!"


    While he was relieved, Guo Shouyun turned to look at the landlord on the side.


    "I''m sorry, sir! We''re not renting the garage yet, so farewell!"


    "Hey, wait, if the price is not satisfactory, we can still negotiate...!"


    The white landlord in a plaid shirt said quickly.


    Now that the Nasdaq is in crisis, he has been here for almost two months without anyone asking for prices. However, Guo Shouyun pulled Martin to run fast, and in a blink of an eye, the two got into the car and left the small single-family building just now, without giving the landlord another chance to negotiate.


    "Bruce, I actually think it''s pretty good there..."


    "Martin, do you think a high-tech company with assets of $2 million still needs to work in a garage? Moreover, LinkedIn has passed the initial stage of ''small workshop'', and now we have nearly 60,000 registered members. For LinkedIn now, the most important thing is to have a formal office space, and then attract more engineering and technical personnel to bring the company on the right track.��


    "However, two million US dollars can support our development for a year at most. If there is no follow-up capital investment and LinkedIn cannot make a profit, it will still be difficult for us to support it." Martin said with concern.


    "Don''t worry, I will be responsible for the money. Your task is to lead the engineering and technical personnel to continue to improve LinkedIn''s website and improve the user experience!"


    "I see!"


    Martin nodded. Regarding the specific operation of the website, he always listened to Guo Shouyun. After all, the latter has a bachelor''s degree in economics in addition to a master''s degree in computer science, and is more professional than him in business management.


    As he spoke, Guo Shouyun had already driven to Mountain View, one of the Silicon Valley cities. Before Google took off, Mountain View was much cheaper than cities like Menlo Park, Palo Alto, and Sunnyvale. After all, this is just a small city with a population of less than 80,000.


    "Come on, let''s go here and see!"


    After parking the car on the side of the road, Guo Shouyun pushed open the door and walked down.


    Martin looked up and looked at the six floors in front of him. It had bright floor-to-ceiling windows, and it looked like a modern office building. There was some hesitation in his eyes.


    In his opinion, this place is a bit too high-end for the current ''LinkedIn''.


    But seeing that Guo Shouyun had gone far, Martin shook his head slightly and followed quickly.


    After finding the property of the building and knocking on the door to enter, Guo Shouyun directly expressed his intentions.


    "Hello, I would like to ask how do you rent the office area here?"


    "Sir, do you want to rent an office area here?"


    A middle-aged woman in black business attire stood up.


    "Yes!"


    "Please sit here!"


    The other party took Guo Shouyun and the two to the reception area on the side.


    "What are the names of the two gentlemen?"


    "My name is Guo, he is Alexander!"


    "Hello, Mr. Guo, Mr. Alexander, I''m Christie, the business manager of Sears Property."


    After a brief introduction, they shook hands with each other.


    "Mr. Guo, how much space do you want to rent?"


    "How much can you offer here? What is the price?"


    ��1,000 sq. ft., 2,000 sq. ft., we can offer it. At the price point, it��s $12 per sq. ft. per year.��


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun continued: "Can you take us to the scene to see it?"


    "Yes! You two, please come with me!"


    Under the guidance of the other party, through the long corridor, the three entered an office area with two solid walls and two sides divided by tempered glass. It can be seen from the different names hanging on the door that each office area belongs to a different company.


    Christie opened an unmanned office area and walked in with Guo Shouyun and the two.


    "It''s 1,200 square feet, and it''s perfect for a startup. And, if you two pay now, we can give you 10 percent off the rent."


    After Guo Shouyun walked around the entire office area, "Is there anything bigger?"


    "Sure, we have 2,000 square feet of office space, but on the second floor!"


    "Bruce, I think this is a good fit for us!" Martin tugged his arm and whispered.


    "Let''s see before we make a decision!"


    After smiling, Guo Shouyun followed Christy to the second floor, which was much quieter than the first floor. Half of the office area was not rented out.


    "Martin, what do you think of this place?"


    After walking around in the office area, Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Of course it''s good, but it''s just too expensive. The rent is only $24,000 a year, and even a 10% discount is $21,600! That''s enough money to buy a good IBM x86 series enterprise server on the used market." Martin His face hurt.


    He does not have the superior family background of Guo Shouyun, and he has cultivated the habit of saving under his parents'' words and deeds since he was a child.


    "Don''t worry about money, we will have more in the future. The most important thing now is to improve the company''s image through a good office space and recruit more talented people to work for us."


    Perhaps it was Guo Shouyun''s strong self-confidence and expectations for the future that infected Martin Alexander. After he nodded, he didn''t say anything more.


    Under Christie''s guidance, after paying a one-year deposit, this 200-square-meter office area on the second floor of Hills became the first official office location of ''LinkedIn''.


    At the moment when he got in the car and left, Guo Shouyun turned around and looked at the Sears Building, which was shining brightly in the sun behind him, and said with a confident expression: "Martin, I promise you, within three years, the whole building will be ours. of!"


    Martin Alexander looked at him for a moment, then nodded slowly.


    "Bruce, after the last accident, you are more confident than before!"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said: "Really? Self-confidence is a good thing! ... By the way, the next thing to consider is recruitment. As for website developers, you are responsible for recruiting. The remaining positions such as finance and personnel are handed over to me. ."


    Guo Shouyun changed the subject. After all, he is no longer the Bruce Guo he was before.


    "After the Nasdaq crisis, there were a lot of unemployed engineers in Silicon Valley, and it was easy for us to recruit. Not to mention that we did it ourselves!"


    "That''s right. Let''s go, relax today, and get busy tomorrow."


    With that said, Guo Shouyun opened the car door and sat in.


    Back at school, park the car downstairs. Just as the two were about to go upstairs, a radiant figure slowly walked over. UU Reading


    "I''ll go up first!" Martin said with interest after seeing the person coming.


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    After saying hello to the person who came, Martin turned and walked into the dormitory.


    Looking not far away, she was wearing a light blue knitted sweater, black leggings, dark brown half-heeled leather shoes, tall and tall, with black shawl and long hair, delicate features, and a graceful temperament. heart for it. Guo Shouyun, who integrated Bruce Guo''s memory, understood the identity of the other party.


    "Alice!"


    After walking to the woman''s side, Guo Shouyun hesitated a little.


    "In the morning, I heard from Molly that I saw you coming back, so I came over to have a look." After speaking, the woman looked up and down, "It seems that your body is completely healed!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "I heard about your adoptive father, don''t be too sad!"


    "I know, it''s all over!" After a pause, "Let''s walk together!"


    "it is good!"


    Seeing her promise, Guo Shouyun took the initiative to hold the other party''s soft weeds. Because it is a couple relationship, Yang Lishan did not struggle.


    Follow Stanford''s famous Palm Tree Avenue to the Four Corners Square, surrounded by many Stanford students, as well as tourists who come here to visit the most beautiful university campus in the United States.


    After finding a relatively quiet place to sit down, Guo Shouyun wrapped his arms around the slender waist of the beautiful woman beside him and carried her into his arms. While smelling the familiar and seductive body fragrance of the other party, while looking at Stanford''s beautiful campus, under the golden light of the sunset, everything seemed to stop in the silently conveyed tenderness.


    Both of them tacitly did not make a sound to destroy this rare warmth. Until the sky darkened and pedestrians became rare.

 Chapter 6： 7 days love

    Chapter 6 Seven Days of Love


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    "Alice, can you stay?"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun clearly felt the trembling of the delicate body in his arms.


    "Sorry, Bruce, I decided to go back anyway. America isn''t for me. Also, we''re so different in age!"


    "It''s only seven years old, which is not a big number. There are many people in the world who are married within a dozen years. You..."


    "Sorry, I really can''t take it!"


    Yang Lishan interrupted him.


    Guo Shouyun understood from Bruce''s memory before that this Chinese girlfriend from Taiwan is very traditional in her bones. Moreover, he also understands very well what it means in the traditional Chinese concept that a woman is seven years older than a man.


    Guo Shouyun sighed deeply. Before he was reborn, Bruce had argued with Yang Lishan many times on this topic. But this stubborn woman in her arms will not let go. Now, he who inherited Bruce''s memory, also inherited his emotions. But compared to Bruce Guo, who is pure and uninvolved, Guo Shouyun, who has 35 years of social experience, is undoubtedly more calm in dealing with emotions. It is also easier to accept things that are divided and closed.


    "Has your master''s thesis passed?"


    "Professor Joseph called me, and the diploma will be issued in three days!"


    "Then when are you leaving?"


    "I''ve already booked a flight from San Francisco to Taiwan-North in a week!"


    "Are you in such a hurry?"


    There was a hint of hesitation on Yang Lishan''s face, but she soon became firm.


    "My grandma is not well, I hope to go back to see her soon."


    With this answer, Guo Shouyun couldn''t say anything to persuade, except for his pity. Having been with Yang Lishan for more than a year, he knows that the grandmother who raised her from childhood has the same status in her heart as the grandparents who took care of her when she grew up. This bond cannot be broken no matter what.


    "Let''s go finish dinner!"


    After a long time, Guo Shouyun said slowly.


    If he didn''t have those 20 years of knowledge, maybe he would choose love at this moment. But now, he needs the huge platform of the United States to realize his life ideals more than the love of his children.


    There was a faint disappointment in Yang Lishan''s eyes. People are all selfish, and she also very much hopes that Guo Shouyun can go back with her.


    "it is good!"


    "Go to the Greek restaurant in Palo Alto, where we first met!"


    Yang Lishan nodded her head.


    The two returned to Guo Shouyun''s dormitory downstairs holding hands, and drove to the dining place together. One of the best restaurants in Palo Alto, Evvia is not only listed in Michelin Magazine, but also has regulars like Apple soul Steve Jobs. As a result, business here is especially hot at night. If you don''t book a seat in advance, you will definitely have to wait for a while.


    The grade is high, of course, the price is not cheap. The western food for the two plus a Napa red wine cost Guo Shouyun nearly five hundred dollars.


    "Can you sing for me again? I love hearing your voice!"


    Facing the longing eyes of the beauty, Guo Shouyun hesitated and nodded.


    At the very beginning, his predecessor, Blues, used a classic Carpenter''s famous song "Yesterday Reappears" to impress Yang Lishan, who came to the restaurant with friends for dinner. Coupled with excellent knowledge and handsome appearance, he won the Stanford University medical school flower that all other boys admire.


    Get up and walk to the performance stage in the center of the restaurant, where the resident singer who has just finished singing a song is resting.


    "Hello, can I borrow your guitar to sing a song to my girlfriend?"


    The young singer with broken hair and some punk-style clothes looked at Yang Lishan, who was looking at him not far away, smiled and nodded to Guo Shouyun, and took the $20 tip from Guo Shouyun.


    "certainly!"


    In fact, they often encounter situations like this when guests come up to sing. If there is a tip to take, it will naturally not refuse.


    He took the guitar from the opponent''s hand, walked to the center of the stage, adjusted the microphone, fiddled with the strings twice, and adjusted the tone. Guo Shouyun sat down on the high stool.


    The songs that I know come to mind.


    Bruce Guo is a great guitar player, so he has a lot of classic songs stored in his memory. However, Guo Shouyun did not intend to sing these, but chose an English love song that had just been released and was his favorite in his previous life: the love classic ''onlylove'' by the German ''True Mark'' Orchestra!


    "Two.a.m.and therainisfalling..."


    After brewing for a while, along with the beautiful chords and inheriting Bruce Guo''s magnetic voice, Guo Shouyun instantly attracted the attention of most people in the restaurant as soon as he opened his mouth.


    This classic ''onlylove'' along with famous songs such as ''Yesterday Reappears'' and ''When I Fall in Love'' naturally has a secular charm. When Guo Shouyun''s emotions were gradually immersed in it, the emotions in the lyrics were also expressed in his playing and singing. In the slightly quiet restaurant, it was like a cup of warm milk tea in winter, touching the hearts of everyone, evoking the beautiful memories and yearning of love for everyone present.


    "��That''s somethingonlylovecando!"


    "Whoa...!"


    When the song ended, everyone in the restaurant was silent for a moment before they reacted, and they all sent warm applause.


    Guo Shouyun stood up and bowed slightly to thank him, and then returned the guitar to the young lead singer next to him.


    "Brother, you sang so well just now!"


    "thanks!"


    "Can you tell me the name of this song?"


    "Of course. ... It''s called onlylove, a new single from a German band!"


    "Okay, I remembered. Thanks! Oh, yes, my name is Amy Nam!"


    "Bruce Guo!"


    Leaving his name, Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile and walked off the stage.


    Returning to her seat, she looked at Yang Lishan''s reddish eyes that had obviously cried.


    "What��s wrong with you?"


    "Bruce, let''s go!"


    Yang Lishan, who was moved to tears by the beautiful lyrics, looked at the man opposite her with a strange expression.


    "it is good!"


    After being stunned for a moment, Guo Shouyun did not object.


    After paying the bill, the two got into the car, "I''ll take you back to the dormitory."


    "No, I don''t want to go back to the dormitory!"


    Yang Lishan unexpectedly refused.


    Seeing the passion surging in her eyes, Guo Shouyun understood. He is not the first brother, and before his rebirth, it is not that Bruce and Yang Lishan did nothing.


    Guo Shouyun, who was getting hot in his heart, started the accelerator and drove the car to a hotel near Stanford. Then, everything that was supposed to happen happened.


    For the next week, the two lived together. Maybe it was because they thought they would be parting soon, so the two of them were particularly obsessed. But the time to get together is always short, and the day of parting will come after all.


    On that day, the two declined all friends, and Guo Shouyun sent Yang Lishan to the airport alone.


    "Alice, can you wait for me for three years?"


    Thinking of the joy of these days, Guo Shouyun finally wanted to save it, even though he knew that the hope was very slim.


    "I do not know either!"


    Seeing her shaking her head with a confused look on her face, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help being disappointed. But he also knew that his request was too much. Women are no better than men, and the golden age is only a few years. It''s gone, it won''t come back.


    "Bon Voyage!"


    Yang Lishan looked at his reluctant smile, and after a while, she didn''t say anything. After hesitantly nodded, he dragged his suitcase and walked three steps into the waiting hall.


    Watching her slender and beautiful back gradually fade away and then disappear, Guo Shouyun''s heart was filled with a deep sense of loss.


    "I didn''t expect that I would become a single dog just after I was reborn. But that''s fine. Let''s work hard for your career in the next time!"


    "jingle��!"


    Guo Shouyun, who heard the sound, took out his mobile phone from his pocket.


    "Hello, is this Mr. Guo Shouyun?"


    "I''m!"


    "I''m James, the account manager of Wells Fargo. The loan and consulting business you have done with us has been completed. You can come over when you have time. Let''s sign the contract together!"


    "I have time now."


    Guo Shouyun was shocked and said quickly.


    "It''s two twenty in the afternoon, shall we meet at the reception on the third floor of the Wells Fargo Building in San Francisco at three o''clock?"


    "OK!"


    "See you then!"


    "See you soon!"


    Hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun turned around and took a deep look at the busy waiting hall, then took a deep breath, turned around decisively, and left the airport in big strides. Now he doesn''t have much time for his children''s love. UU reading www.uukanshu. If it wasn''t for Yang Lishan to leave, he wouldn''t spend most of the week on her.


    However, although most of his time these days was spent lingering with Yang Lishan, he didn''t do anything in between.


    "Mr. Guo, according to our assessment of Guo''s farm, if you use it as collateral, you can get a loan of $4 million."


    four million! About 60% of the value of the entire farm. According to the mortgage loan ratio, it is already good.


    "What about interest rates?"


    "4.69%!"


    Real estate mortgage business loans are not high risk, so the interest rate is not too high.


    "All the key terms are in the contract, and if you think it''s okay, just sign it. After about three business days, the loan will be transferred to your Wells Fargo account."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after carefully reviewing the contents of the contract, he signed his name on the back.


    "Also, here''s your evaluation report on ''Google''!"


    Guo Shouyun''s heart was hot, and his men took it with a bit of urgency.


    Wells Fargo, as the top large commercial bank in the United States, is not much worse than the top five investment banks on Wall Street in terms of business consulting. The data involved in this report, especially the analysis of Google''s value, is accurate, which is exactly what Guo Shouyun wants right now.


    "The consultation fee is debited from my account."


    After briefly browsing the key figures in the report, Guo Shouyun stood up with a smile on his face.


    "Mr. Guo, if you have any business consulting and financial needs, you can contact me."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and walked out of Wells Fargo''s office building in San Francisco accompanied by the other party.

 Chapter 7： old business

    Chapter 7 The old business


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    Back in his car, he carefully browsed Google''s assessment report carefully. After thinking for a while, he took out his mobile phone, found Matta Lincoln''s phone number, and dialed it.


    "Hey, Bruce!"


    "It''s been more than a week, have you finished my business?"


    They all grew up wearing open-crotch pants, so Guo Shouyun didn''t need to be too polite in his words.


    "Are you talking about the offshore company? This trivial matter has long been done. However, I heard Martin said that you have been with your girlfriend this week, so I didn''t bother you!"


    Martin Alexander, as Guo Shouyun''s best friend, is naturally familiar with Matta Lincoln, who often visits Guo Shouyun.


    However, Guo Shouyun was surprised that the two of them could get along. Matta Lincoln is stubborn and arrogant. Unless you are better than him, don''t think he will pretend to you. Martin Alexander, on the other hand, is cowardly by nature and not good at words. Apart from being smart and having a talent that is unattainable for ordinary people on computers, his whole person does not have much brilliance. A dead ''Aojiao'' and a dead ''fat house'', it''s really unusual for them to get along with each other.


    "It''s good when it''s done, the information will be put in your place first, and I''ll pick it up when I''m free!"


    "Okay!...Oh, yes. Catherine passed her thesis defense. She''ll be back next week. Let''s get together then."


    "I know. But I''ll be very busy at this time. So, remember to call and remind me when the time comes!"


    "Got it! I''ll hang up if I''m okay."


    "Um!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun stepped on the accelerator, and the yellow Chevrolet quickly joined the traffic and disappeared into the city.


    He didn''t go back to school, and there''s no need to go back to school. All the degrees that should be taken have already been obtained, and there is no problem in graduating one year early. The most important thing is that time will not allow him to go back to school.


    "Boss!"


    "boss!"


    After Guo Shouyun stepped into LinkedIn''s office, it was no longer in the empty office area. The employees who came and went greeted him respectfully when they saw Guo Shouyun.


    Nodding all the way, I found Martin, who was upgrading the LinkedIn website with the technical staff of the development department that had just been formed, and Tim George, the chief operating officer who just recruited this week, who graduated from Stanford Business School with an MBA. I walked into a small conference room separated by tempered glass.


    "Now that the company is starting up, we are the only three at the top. So we have to discuss the next stage of the company''s development priorities. ... Tim, although you have not been in the company for a long time, I still want to hear your opinion. "


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s young, energetic and confident face, Tim George understood that the next answer was a test for himself. Combined with my understanding of LinkedIn in the past few days, as well as my own work experience and knowledge reserves, think for a moment.


    "Mr. President...!"


    "Just call me Bruce, everyone is both a colleague and a friend. When there are no other employees, feel free!" Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    Having read a lot about the internal mechanisms of major Internet companies in later generations, Guo Shouyun also understands that for high-tech companies, the imagination of employees is a hundred times more important than the rigid subordinate system.


    Tim George breathed a sigh of relief. In fact, he is only twenty-six or seven years old, and his work experience is not too rich. Therefore, Guo Shouyun''s casual nature has reduced a lot of pressure on him.


    "We LinkedIn is an Internet company that focuses on professional networking. Therefore, for us, the core competitiveness is to meet the ultimate needs of users in terms of ''social networking'' and ''professional appeal''. Social networking, no It is the mutual communication between people. At present, we have a forum on LinkedIn, which provides a platform for people to communicate with each other. But social networking should not only have a platform, but also divide the distance between close and distant, that is, the so-called ''social circle'' ''. But we currently do not have a program on LinkedIn that can provide users with different social circles."


    After a pause, Tim George became more confident after noticing that both Guo Shouyun and Martin Alexander were listening carefully.


    "There are also professional demands. Users who register on LinkedIn and even pay for it will definitely gain something. Forums alone are not enough. We must also provide some cutting-edge information on the development of various industries, as well as high-quality review articles. And the comments of celebrities and famous people to attract users. In addition, I think we can develop a program that can show users their talents, so that they can attract the attention of the company''s HR. Realize their own home ownership appeals."


    "Finally, I think we can provide some high-quality online professional courses to meet the requirements of LinkedIn members to improve their professionalism and skills. Of course, the current broadband does not allow, but we can plan ahead."


    Guo Shouyun glanced at the young CEO in front of him in surprise. The reason why he was recruited at the beginning was just to let him manage the daily affairs of the company. Guo Shouyun was naturally responsible for the strategic development direction of the company. Never thought that in today''s conversation, Tim George actually gave him some unexpected surprises.


    Especially the idea of ??''online courses'' in the back is undoubtedly a very advanced idea in today''s era when there is no video website and the broadband speed is so slow.


    "Clap...!"


    Guo Shouyun took the initiative to applaud.


    "Tim, it seems that choosing you as the company''s CAO was the best decision I made!"


    "Thank you Boss!"


    In the face of compliments, Tim George remained calm. This undoubtedly gave him more affirmation in Guo Shouyun''s heart.


    "Martin, you heard it! Regarding the program development of ''address book upload and group division'', as well as ''personal homepage and company homepage'', we need to speed up the progress!"


    "Bruce, the development department will be able to complete the development of these two programs by Christmas at the latest!" Martin said to himself.


    "It seems that these bosses I mentioned have long been thought of!"


    Tim George said seriously.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Tim, Martin will lead the development department. Next, you will be responsible for the formation of the editing, logistics, finance, and marketing departments."


    "Yes!"


    "Regarding the choice of the chief financial officer, we must be cautious."


    Forget the rest, the CFO is a position that requires experience. After all, U.S. tax law is too complicated. Without an experienced CFO, LinkedIn would suffer in tax.


    Of course these Tim Georges understood, and he nodded seriously with a serious nature.


    "Also, hire me a secretary."


    "Does the Boss have any specific requirements?"


    "There must be real talents and real learning, and the rest is optional!"


    "Understood!"


    Guo Shouyun''s calm but somewhat majestic eyes swept across the two of them quickly.


    "You two, starting from today, LinkedIn is officially established. It is April 15th, and there are still 8 months before Christmas. I hope that when Christmas comes this year, our registered users of LinkedIn will be registered. Able to break through 6 million!"


    "Yes, Boss!"


    The two said in unison.


    Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction, "Then I''ll be here first this time, you all go to work!"


    After the two left, Guo Shouyun sat quietly in the conference room for a while, straightened out the arrangements for the past few days, and walked out of the conference room. Came to his office, opened the HP laptop on the desk.


    In his two lifetimes, he was not used to Apple very much, so HP, which installed Windows 2000 and Office, became the best choice.


    Looking at the old antique on the table, Guo Shouyun smacked his lips.


    "It''s a pity that Microsoft''s peak has passed, otherwise investing in its stocks would have made a fortune."


    After Microsoft set a record of the highest market value of a listed company in human history at $661.6 billion on December 30, 1999, it was investigated by the US Congress for antitrust control, and UUkanshu.com''s stock price also fell. After the Nasdaq crisis and the mistakes on the Vista operating system, Microsoft''s stock price never exceeded the peak of 1999. It was not until the amazing Windows7 appeared in 2009 that this situation changed.


    However, after missing the tide of the Internet and mobile Internet, Microsoft can still rank among the top, and it is also admirable that it is second only to Apple and Google in the total market value of global technology companies.


    After throwing away unnecessary distractions, Guo Shouyun opened ''My Documents'', and a dozen folders jumped out on the page. Apart from a few system files, as well as work files, there are three most high profile folders.


    One is marked ''Pirates of the Caribbean'', one is marked ''Fifty Shades of Grey'', and the last is ''Island Bookstore''.


    After accepting the reality of rebirth, when Guo Shouyun thought about how to accumulate his first pot of gold, the first thing that came to his mind was to write novels.


    This is what he is best at and what he is most sure of. And speaking of this, I have to mention Guo Shouyun''s last life.


    He had a preference for history and language since he was a child. Although he was not admitted to one because of his partiality, he also read the literature department of a provincial key university. After four years of college, he joined a newspaper as an intern editor. It''s a pity that at that time, the newspapers had already lost their market due to the impact of the Internet media. After not getting paid for several months, Guo Shouyun had to resign in order to fill his stomach.


    Later, after working as a clerk in several companies for two years, he joined NetEase and worked as an editor in the financial sector. Because he also likes online novels like most young diaosi, after seeing San Shao, potatoes, tomatoes, and skeleton spirits in 12 years exposing the tens of millions of royalties on the "Daily Up" program, out of envy, he also Join the ranks of web writers.

 Chapter 8： quit

    Chapter 8 Exit


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    Originally, he felt that he was an old bookworm who had read novels for more than ten years, and was proficient in various routines; coupled with his background in writing, his writing was also excellent; right.


    But the gap between ideal and reality tells Guo Shouyun, don''t put too much expectations on life!


    Hit the street, hit the street again!


    Fortunately, Guo Shouyun was born with a kind of tenacity that would never give up until his goal was achieved, and he just supported him in his efforts for more than six years. After more than six years of tempering, he finally combined his writing with the routines of online novels, and learned how to set up suspense, how to control the rhythm, how to mobilize readers'' emotions, and how to arrange a series of writing skills such as climax.


    In the past six years, in addition to browsing a large number of best-selling books on the Internet, he has also purchased thousands of books on politics, military, finance, literature, curiosity and romance to enrich his knowledge reserve.


    Through these efforts, he finally ushered in his own outbreak half a year before his rebirth.


    Now, despite being reborn, all his previous grades have been reset to zero. But the things written down in the head, the knowledge in the hands has not been forgotten. Coupled with the integration of Bruce Guo''s memory, after allowing him to understand the American way of thinking, reading habits and preferences, he is not afraid that no one will read what he writes.


    What''s more, the content he writes is time-tested bestsellers, popular movies and TV series, which is an extra layer of protection.


    Of course, it''s impossible for him to remember every detail of the original books and movies. However, Guo Shouyun remembers the main line of the story and the wonderful key plots in it very clearly, which is especially important for writing.


    As long as there is a main line and a key plot, and if you simply add branches and leaves, Guo Shouyun will feel that he will not be worse than the original author.


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun opened the folder of "Island Bookstore", which was a novel he had just read before his rebirth, and he still remembered most of the contents. Coupled with its shortest length, Guo Shouyun decided to finish it first.


    Anyone who has written a novel knows that as long as the main line of the story is clear, the writing speed is very fast. Although Guo Shouyun couldn''t match the hand speed of those awesome people, but with his full attention, he could code six or seven thousand words in an hour when he was in excellent condition. However, there is no smart input right now. In the case that every character is knocked by hand, the speed is abruptly slowed by half.


    But this is already very good.


    When people are concentrating, they are always unaware of the passage of time. Almost in the blink of an eye, the sky outside had already darkened.


    "Dong dong...!"


    "Please come in!"


    Martin Alexander pushed open the door and walked in.


    "Bruce, everyone is off work, shall we go too?"


    "wait a second!"


    After Guo Shouyun saved the chapters he had written, he closed the computer and put it in the bag next to him.


    "Are you still going to bring the computer back?"


    "Well, there''s still some work to do!" Guo Shouyun changed the subject, "Let''s go, I''m hungry."


    "I still have cheesecake I bought at noon, why don''t you eat some first?"


    "No, I want to eat the broccoli beef in the school cafeteria tonight."


    Because the two were the last to leave, they were also responsible for the task of turning off the lights.


    After driving back to school and having dinner, it was already 9:30 pm. According to Guo Shouyun''s work and rest habits, he would go to bed at 10:30 and get up at 6:00 in the morning. This is the amount of sleep a middle-aged person needs to maintain his energy and physical health during the day.


    This habit that has been cultivated for many years, even if Guo Shouyun is now reborn and has a healthy body of 19 years old, it has not changed.


    Because he had a room of his own, it did not surprise Martin Alexander. After getting up at six o''clock, according to Guo Shouyun''s habit, he had to jog for half an hour, but there was no treadmill in his dormitory at this time. But fortunately, as the main guard of the basketball team, there is no shortage of sportswear in his room.


    After changing into an Adidas outfit, Guo Shouyun pushed open the door and walked out lightly. On the other side, Martin''s door was tightly closed, and a snoring could be vaguely heard from it. Obviously, this guy was still sleeping soundly.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t mean to disturb his dream, he walked through the porch, opened the door, turned around and walked out. The hallway is quiet. He also understands that despite the differences between American and Chinese college life, there are many similarities. For example: Everyone is a night owl. In Chinese universities, people may stay late playing games and watching football matches. Here, in addition to basketball and games, add a party!


    Americans seem to like this kind of lively things by nature, and they have one almost every Saturday and Sunday. If you encounter anything happy, it is not to be missed. But maybe because of the relationship between personality and writing major, even if Guo Shouyun received Bruce Guo''s memory, he still had no idea about the party.


    Shaking his head, after expelling the extra thoughts in his mind, after arranging his clothes, Guo Shouyun walked downstairs.


    San Francisco is close to the eastern Pacific Ocean and has a Mediterranean climate. Although it is mid-April, the weather is not too cold. In addition, like him, there are many people in the university who like to get up early to exercise. When Guo Shouyun was breathing the fresh air and jogging along the tree-lined road, there was no shortage of companions around him.


    "Bruce?"


    Hearing the sound, Guo Shouyun subconsciously turned his head to look, when a middle-aged white man in gray sportswear ran over.


    "Coach Dawkins?"


    Johnny Dawkins, head coach of the Stanford University basketball team. Once at Duke University, he served as an assistant coach for the famous old coach K in the American basketball world for ten years, and later served as the team director of the American Basketball Dream Team. He is well-known in the American basketball world, and his coaching ability is extraordinary.


    "Looks like you''re all right!"


    Johnny Dawkins looked up and down and laughed.


    "Just got out of the hospital a few days ago!"


    "I know!" Dawkins nodded with a look of pity on his face, "If you weren''t injured and hospitalized, we wouldn''t have lost to Berkeley in the last March Madness ''Bay Area Derby''. It''s gone!"


    In NCAA basketball, there are many rivals. For example, the famous North Carolina and Duke, the showdown between these two basketball giants can attract the attention of the United States every year, and its popularity is no worse than the NBA championship competition. The Stanford University Cardinals vs the UC Berkeley Golden State Bears won the "Bay Area Derby", although it is not as good as the Duke North Carolina battle, but it is equally high-profile.


    Stanford University represents the top private university in the United States, while Berkeley is known as the best public university in the United States. The competition between them is regarded by Americans as a classic showdown between private universities and public universities.


    "Coach, we still have many opportunities in the future!"


    "Not bad!" Johnny Dawkins nodded in agreement, "I''ve already applied for more basketball funding from the principal, and I''ll definitely be able to dig some good seedlings from high school this year. Plus you experienced Veteran players, we will definitely reach the Sweet Sixteen next year!"


    Looking at the confident Johnny Dawkins, Guo Shouyun hesitated for a while, but finally did not intend to hide it any more.


    "Coach Dawkins, I''m so sorry. I''m afraid I''m quitting the basketball team!"


    "what?"


    Shocked, Johnny Dawkins could not help but stop.


    "Are you serious?"


    After digesting for a while, Dawkins hurriedly asked.


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    "Why? You''re only a junior now! Are you planning to enter the NBA draft?"


    As the main point guard of the Stanford Cardinals, a strong NCAA basketball team, Bruce Guo''s strength in the entire league is at the top level, and many agents have approached him. That''s what Johnny Dawkins knew too.


    "No, I don''t plan to enter the NBA. The reason I quit the basketball team is mainly because the company I founded has entered a stage of rapid development. Time and energy do not allow me to take care of basketball anymore." Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    Without his 20 years of knowledge, Guo Shouyun might have inherited Bruce Guo''s good body and basketball skills and entered the NBA. But now he clearly has no such interest.


    Guo Shouyun''s academic performance, Dawkins certainly understands, and it is not too strange for his choice.


    "It seems that this summer vacation, I will have a headache for the team''s point guard again!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s firm eyes, Johnny Dawkins couldn''t help sighing.


    "��Bruce, I respect your decision. As your coach, I wish you success in your business."


    "thanks!"


    "Remember to visit the basketball team often in the future, this is always your home!"


    "must!"


    After separating from Johnny Dawkins, Guo Shouyun finished his 30 minutes of running, then went to the restaurant to buy two breakfasts to take back to the dormitory.


    After a simple wash, I called Martin Alexander, who was sleeping in bed, and after eating, the two drove to the company together.


    Turn over the development of the LinkedIn website to Martin, and the company''s administration has Tim George. In addition, the company''s current scale is not large, so Guo Shouyun, who is only responsible for strategic decision-making, has plenty of free time.


    And this abundant time was basically used by him to write novels. This is also the only way he can think of at the moment that can bring him a lot of wealth.


    But aside from "Pirates of the Caribbean," "Fifty Shades of Grey," and "Island Bookstore," he writes mostly storylines.


    "The Hunger Games", "The Big Bang Theory", and "The Ferryman" may be forgotten as time goes by. As long as it is the novels, TV series, movies, variety shows, games, etc. he has read, there are still impressions in his mind. , recorded in outline form.


    Without emotional turmoil, Guo Shouyun, who was working hard for the future, lived a full and busy life. After Martin developed the address book uploading and group renting functions, the registered users of LinkedIn finally grew rapidly. It has tripled in just half a month.


    However, when the time came to the end of April, Guo Shouyun temporarily ignored LinkedIn.

 Chapter 9： pretty secretary

    Chapter 9 Pretty Secretary


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    Looking at the time, he put the prepared documents into his briefcase, and after simply tidying up his desk, Guo Shouyun was ready to leave the office.


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just then, there was a knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    "boss!"


    Tim George pushed the door and walked in.


    Guo Shouyun was about to raise his head to answer, but his eyes were attracted by the pretty girl walking behind him.


    A white shirt that is turned upside down, a black OL business suit, black stockings wrapping slender legs, and half-heeled lace-up crystal sandals; paired with delicate facial features, brown-gold shawl-long hair, and a slender figure of more than 1.8 meters The figure, even if Guo Shouyun combined his two lifetimes of knowledge and knowledge, could not help but be amazed by the other party''s beautiful appearance and intellectual and elegant temperament.


    "Boss, this is Ms. Wendy Solo, who is here to apply for the job of assistant CEO!"


    After listening, seeing the meaningful smile in Tim George''s eyes, Guo Shouyun somewhat understood.


    However, he didn''t say much about it. Although he didn''t report any sleazy thoughts at first, he also hoped in his heart that he was facing a charming and charming beauty every day, not a bloated aunt!


    He nodded, took the personnel information handed over by Tim George, and briefly glanced at it.


    "I didn''t expect that Ms. Solow is not only beautiful, but also a top student in the Department of Economics at Harvard Business School?"


    "As a boss, I think you should know more about whether an employee is competent in terms of ability, rather than focusing on her appearance!"


    Looking at the serious and serious expression of the woman in front of him, and feeling the cold temperament emanating from her, Guo Shouyun glanced at her with a little surprise, and nodded.


    "Your knowledge fully meets my needs for the position of assistant. But I am more curious. With your ability, you can go to those big Wall Street companies. Why choose us? You must know that after the collapse of the Nasdaq index, all the The world is not optimistic about the future of the Internet." Guo Shouyun asked.


    "The reason why I came to apply is mainly because you were the first company to send me an interview notice. It happened that I was looking for an Internet company to work after graduation, so I came here. As for the future of the Internet...!" Wendy �� Solo''s bright and intelligent eyes showed a strange look, "If Mr. Guo is not optimistic about its future development, he will not create this Internet company!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Tim, take Ms. Solow for onboarding!"


    The latter nodded and took the personnel information from Guo Shouyun.


    "Ms. Solo, please come with me!"


    Wendy Solo glanced at Guo Shouyun, then turned and walked out.


    Guo Shouyun followed, and the male compatriots in the office were in a state of hormonal surge after seeing the beauty, and they were discussing happily. Guo Shouyun didn''t say much. He didn''t have too many requirements on the atmosphere of the office. As long as you can complete the work specified every day, you can use the rest of your time freely.


    And this is also the usual practice of later Internet high-tech companies, Guo Shouyun just used him in advance.


    After leaving the company, Guo Shouyun drove alone to No. 2400, Xinghai Park, not far from the Hills Building. Google has moved here from its Menlo Park garage last year after securing $25 million in venture capital from Kleiner Perkins and Sequoia Capital.


    Looking at the logo that was different from later generations, he took a deep breath and straightened out the thoughts in his mind. Guo Shouyun took a briefcase and strode in.


    "Hello, sir!"


    "Hello, I''m an investor in Phoenix Capital. I have an appointment with Mr. Page." Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "Are you Mr. Bruce Guo?"


    "I''m!"


    "Please wait a moment!"


    The front desk picked up the phone on the table and called. After a short time, a young man in a black suit hurried out of the office area inside.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. I''m Charlie, Mr. Page''s secretary."


    "Hello!"


    "Please come with me!"


    After the two simply shook hands, Guo Shouyun followed each other into Google''s office area.


    It can be seen that with the financial support of 25 million US dollars, although Google has not yet found its own profit model and has not caught up with Yahoo, the venue and personnel have surpassed LinkedIn by a lot.


    "Please come in!"


    After the other party pushed the conference room away, Guo Shouyun stepped in. He came from later generations, and knew Sergey Brin and Larry Page, the two legendary giants who founded Google. However, compared to the future, the two of them are still young, far from the maturity that later generations have experienced after more than ten years of ups and downs in shopping malls.


    However, Guo Shouyun ignored that compared to Larry Page and Sergey Brin, he was even more immature at the age of nineteen!


    "Mr. Page, hello!"


    After Larry Page stood up and shook hands with Guo Shouyun, he looked up and down with a look of surprise. The young man in front of him looked several years younger than himself.


    "Are you Bruce Guo of Phoenix Capital?"


    In his impression, all those in the financial industry are middle-aged people with rich experience. Young people like Guo Shouyun in their twenties are really rare in the financial industry.


    "Yes!" Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, "Speaking of which, I should call Mr. Page a long voice."


    "You''re also a Stanford graduate?"


    Larry Page, who understood, was a little surprised.


    "Yes! Stanford''s ''97 MS in Computer Science, Professor Ben Foster is my mentor!"


    In China, there are ''four irons of life''. In the United States, the same school and the same place can also deepen each other''s goodwill. This is also the negotiating strategy that Guo Shouyun thought of from the beginning.


    His strategy was indeed not in vain. After reporting himself, Guo Shouyun obviously felt that the expression on Larry Page''s face softened a lot.


    "Professor Foster was also my mentor when I was studying at Stanford! However, since you are studying computers, why are you working in the financial industry instead?"


    "personal interest!"


    Larry Page nodded irrefutably. Seeing that Guo Shouyun was reluctant to say more, he wisely didn''t ask more.


    "Please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    The two were seated separately. Charlie, the secretary, consciously brought two glasses of water to the two of them.


    "Since everyone is from the same school, let''s be more casual. ... Can I call you Bruce?"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help it, so he nodded immediately.


    "Bruce, I want to know how much you plan to invest in Google? How much do you want to get in Google?" Larry Page went straight to the point.


    Because of the relationship between Bruce Guo''s memory, Guo Shouyun has become accustomed to the straightforward way of communication in the United States, so it is not surprising.


    "If I want to buy it wholly, I don''t know if Senior Peggy is willing to sell it?"


    Although he knew that there might be little hope, Guo Shouyun still said it.


    After his eyes quickly swept across the younger brother in front of him, and looking at the confident expression of the other party, Larry Page smiled and said, "If you can come up with $400 million, I will agree!"


    "OK, no problem."


    Larry Page froze for a moment, he was just joking. When the Nasdaq crisis broke out and the world''s technology stocks fell, who would spend $400 million to buy an Internet company that is not yet profitable?


    "Are you sure you''re not joking?"


    "Of course not! ... I''m not kidding about $400 million."


    Of course, Guo Shouyun is no longer joking, although now, 400 million US dollars is more than double the total assets of Google today. But relative to Google''s later market value, $400 million is simply a cabbage price.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s slightly serious expression and convinced that he was not joking, Larry Page shook his head.


    "Sorry, Google is not for sale!"


    While the current Nasdaq crisis has left the internet industry wailing, Google''s user base has been growing rapidly. And with the 25 million winter funds from Sequoia Capital and Kleiner Perkins, Google is far from exhausted.


    Larry Page''s rejection came as no surprise. Google is no longer the small company in the garage of 1999. Moreover, Guo Shouyun didn''t plan to really buy it wholly at the beginning.


    "Senior Page may wish to think more about it, $400 million is enough to make you and Senior Brin the envy of billionaires!"


    "Billionaires are really tempting, but I think Google is not just about billionaires!"


    This time Larry Page refused very simply.


    "Okay! Let''s talk about the second plan! $80 million to acquire 40% of Google''s shares!" Seeing Larry Page frowning, Guo Shouyun said quickly, "Senior Page, now the world You must also understand the form of the Internet industry. Up to now, the Nasdaq has lost one-third of its value, and it continues to decline. In two or three years, I am afraid that this crisis will be difficult to really pass. And now it has been more than a year since Sequoia Capital and Kleiner Perkins invested US$25 million last year, and the remaining funds may not be able to support Google through the more difficult Internet winter. In the case of a profit model, Google needs more capital investment.��


    Guo Shouyun has an investigation report from Wells Fargo and is very clear about Google''s operations. Later, in order to win a major stake in Google in one fell swoop, he carefully prepared for more than half a month. Therefore, every word he said at this moment was precisely hitting Google''s weakness. UU Reading


    Larry Page, as Google''s CEO, knows best how the company operates. In fact, after more than a year of development, Google, which has expanded several times in size, has already spent almost $25 million from Sequoia Capital and Kleiner Perkins. If it weren''t for the Nasdaq crisis, they''d definitely be thinking about a Series B now.


    But all because of the Nasdaq crisis, even the most daring angel investors are now discouraged from Internet companies. Especially for Internet companies like Google that have not yet found their own profit model, financing is even more difficult!


    "Sorry, 40% is too much!"


    After thinking for a while, Larry Page still shook his head.


    For the $25 million in venture capital, Google had already sold 20% of its shares to Sequoia Capital and Kleiner Perkins. If you sell another 40%, minus the 5% owned by co-founder Andy Bertolsheim, he and Sergey Brin will only have 35% of the shares left, losing their ownership of the company. control.


    "What if I only have half the voting rights?"


    After thinking for a moment, Guo Shouyun said in a solemn tone.


    "Half the voting power!" Larry Page stared at the young man in front of him, "Bruce, are you so optimistic about the future of the Internet?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded without hesitation, "It''s like the philosophy Stanford once instilled in us: the goal of every Stanford person is to change the world. And the Internet is the best way to change the world in my opinion."


    His confident expression, and the longing in his eyes. It also reminded Larry Page of his past days at Stanford. However, rather than nostalgic for the past, he was thinking more about the conditions for Guo Shouyun''s opening.

 Chapter 10： Invest in Google

    Chapter 10 Investing in Google


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    Larry Page might have considered $80 million before the Nasdaq crisis, but it''s too tempting right now. And only need to pay 20% of voting stock. In this way, he and Sergey Brin can own at least 55% of the company''s voting shares and still control the company''s future.


    "Bruce, the company is not mine alone, I need time to ask other investors for their opinions!"


    After thinking for a moment, Larry Page did not immediately agree.


    "No problem. However, when is the latest to give me an answer?"


    "Three days at the latest!"


    "Yes!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "I look forward to receiving good news from Senior Peggy!"


    After he finished speaking, he got up and stretched out his right hand towards Larry Page.


    "I also hope that we can reach a cooperation! ... I will send you!"


    After a simple handshake, Larry Page personally sent Guo Shouyun out of the company.


    After watching the Stanford junior drive away, Larry Page returned to his office. Not surprisingly, Sergey Brin had already waited here in advance.


    "How about it?"


    Larry Page certainly understood what his friend was asking.


    "$80 million, in exchange for 40% of Google''s shares, only half of the voting rights!"


    "$80 million? Half the voting rights? You said yes?"


    "not yet��!"


    "Why don''t you agree? This condition is much better than Sequoia, Kleiner Perkins, and Ryan Capital! Moreover, the two of us can still get absolute control of the company." Sergey Brin hurriedly said.


    His character is different from Larry Page. Sergey Brin is similar to Martin Alexander next to Guo Shouyun. He is good at technology, but not good at company management. In fact, Larry Page is not very good at it, but with Google''s existing scale and strength, it is impossible to find the kind of top management talents who can lead Google forward with an annual salary of millions of dollars.


    "Sergey, don''t you think 40% is too much? Even if we only need to pay half the voting rights?"


    There was a hint of hesitation on Sergey Brin''s face.


    "40% is a bit too much, but we have access to $80 million worth of money. Especially at a time when you and I both know what $80 million means to us. . . . Larry, now ''Excite'' The largest search engine provider in the US, and we''re not yet!"


    After listening to his friend''s words, Larry Brin''s wrinkled brows trembled involuntarily. He is of course aware of Google''s current situation. At first, they almost sold the company to Excite, but they didn''t negotiate because the other party''s price was too low.


    "Our advertising business...?"


    "Larry, you know, we''ve tried it before. Print ads will only make our user experience worse, we need time and money to support us in finding more effective marketing and business models!" Schell Guy Brin interrupted.


    "Looks like we have to accept this investment!"


    After thinking for a while, Larry Page sighed.


    "Larry, we have absolute control over the company, that''s enough!"


    The latter nodded, "Notify Kleiner Perkins and Sequoia Capital of our decision. If they don''t inject capital, we will pay less shares."


    "I think they will definitely refuse!"


    Sergey Brin said in a somewhat determined tone.


    Thinking of the current situation in the Internet industry, Larry Page nodded in agreement.


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    Guo Shouyun is still very confident about the negotiations with Google. Not to mention his generous offer of 80 million US dollars, and until now, he still has a killer in his hand that has not been taken out. However, if this investment goes well, he is not ready to take it out at this time.


    "If I could be reborn half a year earlier, I would be able to rebuild a Google myself, and I wouldn''t have to bother negotiating!" Guo Shouyun couldn''t help thinking.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Hearing the ringtone, he took out his phone and glanced at the caller ID, Guo Shouyun pressed the answer button.


    "Hey, Bruce, where are you now?"


    Matta Lincoln''s voice rang on the phone.


    "At the company. What, something?"


    "Catherine is on the plane at 4:30 this afternoon. I can''t get away from something temporarily. Go pick her up. We''ll see you at the farm tonight!"


    "Catherine is back today?"


    "Well, United Airlines flight C186!"


    "I see!"


    "Don''t forget, you know Catherine''s temper, I don''t want to be taught by her!" Matta Lincoln said.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, and he knew from the fusion of memories that Catherine Lincoln was an out-and-out tough girl. The boys at Guo''s Farm, including Bruce, were bullied a lot by her when they were young.


    "Do not worry!"


    After agreeing, Guo Shouyun looked at the time. Originally going back to work, he turned the wheel and headed for San Francisco International Airport.


    As one of the top ten busiest airports in the world, hundreds of thousands of people travel from Los Angeles International Airport to the rest of the world every day. You can imagine the density of people here.


    Guo Shouyun waited here for more than half an hour, and finally saw a tall, upper-middle-aged man in the crowd with short golden-yellow hair, a light brown tunic coat, black tight-fitting trousers and dark brown ladies leather shoes. The capable young girl came out dragging her suitcase.


    Seeing Guo Shouyun, the girl walked straight over.


    "Why didn''t that guy Mata come?"


    Before she could speak, the girl handed the suitcase over to Guo Shouyun.


    "He said the company has a job and can''t leave!"


    "Let''s go!"


    Catherine nodded, turned and walked outside the airport.


    Looking at her back, a bitter look appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face. From Bruce''s memory, we know that this eldest lady is not a good servant.


    "You got your MBA from Harvard Business School?"


    On the way to Santa Rosa, Guo Shouyun took the initiative to find a topic to chat. UU Reading


    "Of course! Although this lady is not as good as your pervert, she is still an elite! A Harvard MBA is nothing more than a big thing." Catherine rolled his eyes at him and said.


    "Catherine, after all, we are all friends who grew up together. Don''t call me a pervert every time we meet?"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help complaining.


    Turning her head to look at the obviously mature face of the man beside her, and looking at him with her head tilted for a moment, Catherine smiled lightly.


    "Look at your performance later!"


    Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart. If it wasn''t to avoid acting too strangely and attracting suspicion, he would definitely fight for his own reputation.


    "By the way, where do you plan to go after graduation? Those big companies in the S&P 500?"


    "Maybe, but when I come back this time, I plan to rest for a while before thinking about work. ... By the way, don''t go back to the farm yet!"


    "why?"


    "I didn''t have time to come back for Grandpa Guo''s funeral, this time I want to go to his tomb to worship first!" Catherine said seriously.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and the atmosphere in the car became a little heavy.


    "Bruce, Grandpa Guo just went to heaven under the inspiration of God...!"


    "Catherine, needless to say." Guo Shouyun interrupted her, "I am really saddened by the death of my adoptive father. But rather than sadness, I think he wants me to live a better life in the future!"


    Catherine nodded in agreement.


    "There is a flower shop in front, let''s go buy something for worship!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun parked the car on the side of the road. After buying some white lilies, as well as chrysanthemums and carnations, we came to Guo Jiancheng''s cemetery together. After the worship was completed, we drove back to the Guo Family Farm in Santa Rosa.

 Chapter 11： Guos Community Store

    Chapter Eleven Guo''s Community Store


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    The Lincoln couple, who had long known that their daughter was coming back, had prepared a sumptuous dinner in advance. When Matta Lincoln arrived in the evening, the atmosphere became even hotter.


    "If only little Gordon was here!"


    Missing her younger son, Mary Lincoln couldn''t help but feel a little regretful as she chatted after dinner.


    Blair shrugged, he knew his wife would say that.


    "Mata, Catherine, Bruce, you are all grown up now. Mary and I never worry about school and career. But when will you bring your other half back? ... Bruce, when Uncle Guo was alive, I hope you can have a baby in the future. A football team!"


    "Uncle Blair, I''m only 19 years old, so young!"


    Guo Shouyun did not expect that in the so-called free West, he would also encounter such a thing as marriage urging.


    "Catherine, Bruce, you two can try to get along...!"


    Mary Lincoln, after looking back and forth between her daughter and godson, said abruptly.


    "Can''t!"


    "Absolutely not!"


    Catherine and Guo Shouyun interrupted Mary''s next words almost indiscriminately.


    The two looked at each other and understood each other''s thoughts from their eyes.


    "Why? You grew up together and got to know each other, isn''t it great?"


    Mary was puzzled.


    "This guy is so handsome, I don''t feel safe. ... Besides, I''m too familiar with him, so I can''t do it!" After examining Guo Shouyun again, Catherine pouted.


    "Me too, Catherine is so familiar to me that I have no interest in exploring it!"


    Guo Shouyun also shook his head like a rattle.


    "Okay, Mary. Let the children decide for themselves!"


    Blair stopped his wife, who was still talking.


    "...Bruce, just this time you''re back, there''s something I want to tell you!"


    "What''s the matter, Uncle Blair?"


    Guo Shouyun replied hurriedly. He was eager to change the subject sooner now.


    "Uncle Guo once wanted to buy the York family''s farm in the east. But what happened later delayed the deal. Now Old York let me ask you, if you still want to continue this deal, he still Willing to talk to you. If you don''t want to continue, then Uncle Guo will not return the $100,000 deposit that he paid before."


    Guo Shouyun, who grew up here, has a very good understanding of the situation around Guo''s farm. Next to Guo''s farm, York Farm, which has 735 acres of land, is no exception.


    "Grandpa''s will did not mention this matter!" Guo Shouyun frowned slightly.


    Because of his age, Guo Jiancheng always asked Guo Shouyun to call him grandpa, not father!


    "Wait a minute!"


    When the words were over, Blair Lincoln got up and took a document from the drawer next to him and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    "This is the contract that Old York gave me the day before yesterday. It has Uncle Guo''s autograph on it. It should be a real document. And I understand that Old York will not lie to us on this matter!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, opened the file and browsed it quickly.


    The contract did state the terms of Guo''s acquisition of York Farm. The total payment is US$9 million, with an upfront payment of US$5 million in cash, and the remaining US$4 million to be repaid in 10 years, with an interest rate of 4.41%! The final signature was indeed written by Guo Jiancheng, which Guo Shouyun would never admit wrong.


    After reading it, Guo Shouyun thought for a while, then nodded.


    "Since it''s a transaction approved by Grandpa, let''s complete it!"


    Blair nodded first, and then said with a little worry: "The recent Nasdaq crisis is not as easy to sell as before. Now, buying such a large farm all at once will make us carry a heavy burden of debt. .Bruce, you have to think about it!"


    "Uncle Blair, don''t worry! I know it!" Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "That''s good, I''ll call Old York later and ask him to come over and talk to you tomorrow!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Neither Mata nor Catherine spoke about the farm sale. After all, Guo Shouyun was the real owner of Guo''s farm.


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    Everyone chatted until after nine o''clock in the evening, and after rejecting the invitation from Mary and Blair to let him stay here for the night, Guo Shouyun returned to his home.


    Compared with the liveliness of Lincoln''s family, the Guo family with only Guo Shouyun is undoubtedly deserted. However, Guo Shouyun''s experience of being alone for more than 30 years in his previous life has long made Guo Shouyun accustomed to loneliness and loneliness. Moreover, in this environment, it is also more convenient for his writing.


    At six o''clock the next morning, Guo Shouyun got up early and started running. Having this habit for two lifetimes, letting him run for thirty minutes in the morning has become a daily necessity.


    However, while running on the farm, I accidentally ran into Katherine, who was also wearing dark blue sportswear.


    "When did you like morning jogging?"


    He rolled his eyes, "It''s been a habit for a long time, but you just don''t know it!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, and after catching up, he threw out the idea he had thought of last night.


    "Catherine, have you ever thought about working for me?"


    "What''s the meaning?"


    "I believe Mata has told you that I have set up an Internet company for professional networking. In the future, most of my energy will be on this company. Therefore, I may not care about the management of farms and fresh food stores. That''s too good. So, I''m going to let you manage for me, but I don''t know if you, the top student at Harvard Business School, are willing to give in?"


    "Are you sure you''re not joking?"


    Catherine stopped involuntarily and asked.


    Guo Shouyun also stopped, then shook his head.


    "Of course not. I chose you carefully. First, you grew up on a farm and are familiar with everything here. Second, you are the most professional business management talent produced by Harvard Business School. Finally...!" Guo Shouyun smiled, Looking directly at Catherine, "There are not many people I can trust, and you are one of them."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun with clear and firm eyes, Catherine understood from his expression that this childhood playmate was no joke.


    "Do you really trust me to manage the nearly ten million dollar Guo''s farm and fresh food store?"


    "Of course! And, I promise you, I''ll give you at least $10 million in development funding this year. Next year it''ll be $50 million, and more to come!"


    "Please, when you want to convince people, don''t brag, okay?"


    Catherine pouted, obviously not believing what he said.


    In this regard, Guo Shouyun smiled and did not explain much.


    Facts speak louder than words, so don''t waste your tongue at this time. When his money arrived, Catherine naturally believed it.


    "Then you agreed?"


    "Of course I did! It''s rare that you can trust me to take care of so many assets. There is no such opportunity in those big companies! ... However, although we are friends, I will not be less rewarded!"


    Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief, although Catherine said it casually. But he knew in his heart that if it wasn''t for the friendship that the two grew up with since childhood. A Harvard Business School MBA like Kathryn would never have landed a job at a small business like his that seemed to have limited prospects.


    "The monthly salary is 15,000 US dollars. If you perform well, I will give you 2% of the total profit at the end of the year as a bonus!"


    "It''s almost there!"


    After some thought, Catherine nodded.


    "By the way, I have some ideas about the future development of fresh food stores!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Catherine stretched out her right hand in a please-speak gesture.


    "It''s too monotonous for ''Guo''s Fresh Store'' to only do meat, vegetables and fruits now. I want to add catering and retail in the future!"


    "Food and retail? Are you sure?" Catherine frowned.


    "Yeah! ... In terms of catering, we only sell simple foods such as hamburgers, chicken rolls, pizza, and sausages. We can set up a centralized food processing plant in the city, and then distribute according to the demand of each store. The sale is split!"


    "In terms of retail, we only sell the most in-demand categories in daily life, such as beer, mineral water, snacks, toilet paper, chewing gum, etc., which are equivalent to retail stores in the community. Fruits, vegetables and meat, we also only sell the most in-demand items. type."


    "In a word. In the future, the purpose of Guo''s Community Store is to solve the most common living needs of the residents within 200 meters. The store area of ??UUkanshu is controlled between 1500 and 2000 square feet!"


    Guo Shouyun''s Guo''s Community Store is an enlarged version of the later "Tmall Store" and "Jingdong Store". He wants to build a company that can provide himself with stable cash flow under any circumstances. Guo''s community store and farm are undoubtedly the most suitable. After all, even in times of economic crisis, people need to eat!


    After listening to his words, Catherine thought for a moment, "Do you want Guo''s farm to be responsible for production, and Guo''s community store to be responsible for terminal sales, opening up the upstream and downstream circulation links?"


    "clever!"


    After admiring a sentence, "In the future, we will have 3~4 large farms in each state, and the output of the farms will be processed directly by the Guo''s Food Processing Plant, Guo''s Slaughterhouse, and Guo''s Packaging Plant, and then processed by the affiliated logistics fleet. It will be transported to Guo''s community store for sales. In this way, we, who have mastered the upstream and downstream production and sales, can reasonably manage the operating costs of the enterprise and win a larger market with relatively low prices."


    "This is indeed a good way!" After thinking for a while, Catherine nodded in agreement, "But in this way, Guo''s development requires a lot of capital investment."


    "I''ll find a way to solve the problem of funds. Your task is to do a good job in business management!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who looked confident, Catherine stared at him for a while and then smiled, "I really hope you''re not bragging!"


    "You know, I never talk big!"


    "Bruce, Catherine, back for breakfast!"


    "Come on, we''re going to see old York after dinner."


    Looking at Mary in the distance, Guo Shouyun beckoned and ran ahead. And behind him, Catherine, who was about to speak, had to swallow the words that came to her lips.

 Chapter 12： seize the future

    Chapter 12 Seize the Future


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    The breakfast on the farm was simple bread with milk. Guo Shouyun finished it in less than half an hour.


    "Bruce, I spoke to old York. He was here at 9:30 this morning."


    "Got it, Uncle Blair!"


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Just then, his cell phone rang.


    Looking at the caller ID, Guo Shouyun was in high spirits, wiped his hands quickly, and pressed the answer button.


    "Bruce, good morning!"


    "Good morning, Senior Peppa!"


    "I have discussed the investment with the rest of the board."


    "Really! Is it time for Senior Peppa to tell me the good news?"


    "Hehe, at two o''clock this afternoon, I''ll be waiting for you in the office, remember to bring a lawyer!"


    "no problem!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun couldn''t hold back his excitement any longer, and clenched his fist and waved it forcefully in the air a few times. As long as everything goes well this afternoon, he will get a 40% stake in this Internet search giant. Even if he will reduce his holdings later when it goes public, fifteen years later, it will still be a super mega-equity worth more than $300 billion. wealth.


    300 billion US dollars, enough for dozens of lifetimes!


    "Bruce, did you take the wrong medicine?"


    Matta Lincoln, stunned by his bizarre actions, couldn''t help but complain.


    Not having time to pay attention to the surprised expressions of the Lincoln family, he grabbed the coat on the table, and Guo Shouyun ran out non-stop. Although it was five or six hours before two o''clock in the afternoon, he could no longer control his urgency.


    "Catherine, from now on, you are the CEO of Guo''s Business Group. I entrust you with the full responsibility for the negotiation of the acquisition of York Farm this morning. You can control the specific purchase price, but I only ask that the time for the payment of funds will be released. After two months, we are willing to pay no more than $300,000 in royalties for this!"


    When he was about to run out of the house, Guo Shouyun remembered what he had promised this morning, and hurriedly turned around and explained.


    "Okay, I got it!"


    Seeing her nodding in agreement, Guo Shouyun happily ran out of the house.


    "Uncle Blair, Aunt Mary, I''ll see you later when I have time!"


    More and more distant voices entered the room through the open door.


    "Bruce what happened?"


    The Lincoln couple, who had just recovered, looked at Guo Shouyun''s retreating back and couldn''t help but ask.


    "It seems that this guy is going to negotiate a big deal!"


    Matta Lincoln rubbed his chin, and after speaking with great interest, he turned his eyes to Catherine on the side.


    "Bruce gave you the management of the farm?"


    "Um!"


    Catherine, who was elegantly eating breakfast, nodded.


    "Together with the fresh food store?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Tsk tsk, this guy Bruce is really bold."


    "What, do you think I can''t manage the business of the farm and fresh store?"


    Looking at his sister''s cold eyes and recalling the unpleasant experience in his childhood, Mata quickly shook his head and sneered: "How could it be, I was just about to say that apart from being bold, Bruce''s decision was really wise."


    "Count you acquainted!"


    Seeing that Katherine''s attention was shifted back to the dinner plate, Matta Lincoln, who felt that he had survived the disaster, was secretly relieved.


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    "A lawyer Davis?"


    On the way back to Mountain View, Guo Shouyun dialed the mobile phone of George Davis, a top commercial lawyer from Baker & McKenzie International Law Firm, whom he was familiar with.


    "Mr. Guo, is that you?"


    "It''s me! I wonder if you have time around two o''clock this afternoon?"


    "Two o''clock this afternoon?"


    "Yes!"


    "I''ll check the schedule first!"


    "OK!"


    Moments later, an affirmative answer came over the phone.


    "Have time!"


    "Very good, lawyer Davis, I have a business negotiation at 2 o''clock in the afternoon. I hope you can attend as my lawyer."


    "Okay, where is the location?"


    "No. 2500, Xinghai Park, Mountain View, give me a call 5 minutes before you arrive at the destination, and we will go up together after meeting."


    "Got it! It''s 2500 Xinghai Park, Mountain View, at two o''clock this afternoon. Are the time and address correct?"


    "That''s right!"


    "I remembered. If there''s nothing else, I''ll go and prepare first."


    "Okay, Lawyer Davis, see you in the afternoon!"


    "See you in the afternoon!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun sighed.


    While he was studying economics at Stanford, he also learned the details of business contract formulation, but this negotiation with Google was too important. Guo Shouyun didn''t want to make any mistakes in the most important places. Therefore, an experienced business lawyer is a must.


    Quickly returned to the LinkedIn office in Mountain View. Just sitting down and thinking about the negotiations with Google in the afternoon, there was a knock on the office door.


    "Come in!"


    "Squeak!"


    With the slight rubbing sound, her hair is pulled high, the upper body is a Chanel white ladies suit, the lower body is a black dress and flesh-colored stockings, and a pair of ''Roger Vivia'' black half-high-heeled square-buckle shoes is under her feet. She is over 180 cm tall and has an outstanding demeanor. , the beautiful Wendy Solo pushed the door and walked in.


    Seeing her was delightful, Guo Shouyun realized that he was now a secretary too.


    "Boss, I will arrange your work schedule for you in the future!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Don''t worry about anything else, you can do two things for me first."


    "Please ask the boss."


    "Rent me a house nearby. It doesn''t need to be too big or too luxurious. As long as the surrounding environment is better and quieter!"


    Although Mountain View is not far from Stanford, it is not too close. It takes more than an hour each time he drives back and forth. Guo Shouyun, who needs time to develop now, is obviously not willing to waste more than an hour on the road.


    "Understood, do you have anything else? Like decoration style?"


    Looking at the serious expression on the face of the beautiful woman in front of her, Guo Shouyun thought about it.


    "Modern simplicity is fine, not too complicated!"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t know how long he would live in the temporarily rented house. Of course it doesn''t take much thought.


    "The second thing, you will investigate the development of the US game industry for me, as well as the detailed information of the major game companies, and then write a detailed report to me."


    Wendy frowned, "How long do I have to prepare this investigation report?"


    "One month!"


    Hearing this, Wendy breathed a sigh of relief, a month is long enough.


    "Just those two things. If you''re okay next time, get out and do it!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    Looking at the man working at the desk, Wendy Solo frowned slightly, then turned around and walked out.


    Guo Shouyun has no time to care about other people''s thoughts now. According to the development plan he has set for himself, the next two months will be the first critical period of his career development, and there can be no mistakes in any link. Therefore, after getting a glimpse of Google''s investment, about the writing of "Fifty Shades of Grey" and "Pirates of the Caribbean", UU read www. uukanshu.com He also began to hurry.


    Wendy ordered a takeaway at noon to deal with after lunch. Guo Shouyun saw that it was almost time, so he turned off the computer, picked up the file bag, pushed the door and walked out.


    "boss��!"


    "You don''t have to follow me, just remember to complete the task I gave you! Call me if you have anything, that''s all!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun didn''t give Wendy Solo any chance to refute, and turned around and left the LinkedIn office.


    Looking at the back of him leaving in a hurry, Wendy Solo wondered if there was something wrong with her charm? You must know that when she first came, she planned that if this guy wanted to eat her tofu as the boss, he would give him a hard lesson, make him look ugly in front of everyone, and then resign .


    "But that''s fine, I don''t have to change jobs all the time!"


    Thinking of this, Wendy Solo ignored the ''admiration'' and ''longing'' eyes around her and returned to her desk.


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    Guo Shouyun drove downstairs to Google and waited for about five minutes when George Davis appeared in front of him.


    "Lawyer Davis!"


    "Mr. Guo, am I not late?"


    "No, the time is just right!"


    "Then let''s go up!"


    "Okay! Let''s go!"


    After being polite, the two shook hands and walked towards the Google office together. On the way, Guo Shouyun briefly explained the content of the negotiation to George Davis.


    George Davis, who personally handled the formation of the Guo family trust, was surprised that Guo Shouyun was able to come up with a huge sum of 80 million US dollars to invest in Google. However, the relationship between professional ethics is not something he should care about, and he will not interfere.

 Chapter 13： PPC and side ads

    Chapter 13 PPC and Side Ads


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    "Mr. Guo, please come here!"


    The second time, Guo Shouyun, who had just entered the door, was led to the conference room by Larry Page''s secretary.


    "Bruce!"


    "Senior Page! ... This is Senior Brin, right?"


    After shaking hands with Larry Page, Guo Shouyun turned his attention to a younger man with a "programmer temperament" of later generations and a relatively thinner appearance.


    "Hello!"


    Sergey Brin, who was obviously not very good at words, simply shook hands with Guo Shouyun and then stopped talking.


    "Please sit down!"


    Greeted by Larry Page, everyone took their seats.


    "Bruce, $80 million, 40% equity, 20% voting rights, we can accept it, but we hope that the funds will arrive as soon as possible after the two parties sign the contract!"


    Larry Page, who decided to accept the investment, took the lead.


    After Guo Shouyun frowned, he immediately shook his head.


    "Sorry, I need time to raise money, so I hope Senior Page and Senior Brin will give me two months. Also, I''m willing to pay $500,000 in royalties for these two months!"


    Half a million dollars is not a small amount. Larry Page, who was just about to refuse, frowned, and after thinking for a while, "At most a month, at a time when the Nasdaq crisis is getting worse, we need funds to develop rapidly. , while strengthening investors�� confidence in us.��


    Of course Guo Shouyun couldn''t accept a month''s time. However, since it was brought up, he naturally has the confidence to convince the other party.


    "What if I could solve Google''s monetization problem?"


    Guo Shouyun said a lot.


    "real?"


    Sergey Brin blurted out.


    Although calmer than his companions, Larry Page''s tight pupils can also see his nervousness and concern.


    Facing the attention, Guo Shouyun smiled. Opened his briefcase, took out a document that had been prepared for a long time, and handed it over.


    When it comes to the future of Google, Larry Page will naturally not pretend to be gentle, and Sergey Brin is even more direct. After Page opened the document, he got up and stood behind the other party.


    As time passed, the expressions on their faces gradually changed from initial concern to excitement.


    "Bruce, this ''side ad'' marketing plan is a genius idea!"


    Sergey Brin offered his praise without hesitation.


    The website ''side advertisement'' is a rotten marketing model on the major search engines in later generations. But in 2000, it was a first that nobody knew about.


    "Bruce, we agree to your conditions. And, we want you to be the president of Google!" Larry Page said directly.


    After recognizing Guo Shouyun''s talent in business management, the decisive Larry Page came up with the idea of ??pulling him into the company''s management. You must know that at the beginning, he only planned to let Guo Shouyun serve as a non-executive director.


    "Two seniors, don''t worry. I have a marketing plan here that is ten times or twenty times more important to Google than the ''side advertising'' plan, but before I take it out, I have a few conditions!" Guo Shouyun said confidently.


    "and also��?"


    "you say?"


    After stopping Sergey Brin who wanted to speak, Larry Page said calmly.


    "My conditions are very simple. First of all, the two marketing plans must be used after two months before Google can use it. If they violate it, they must transfer another 15% of Google''s shares with full voting rights to me! Second, this After we reach an agreement, we sign two different contracts. The first one is a normal equity transfer contract, and the second one is a royalty contract; $10,000 in funds is credited to Google''s account, and the first contract is void. Once again, when all the funds are in the account, I will serve as Google''s chairman and CEO. Finally, everyone present today must sign confidentiality The agreement cannot reveal anything about the negotiation to anyone outside or any organization!" Guo Shouyun said in a slow and solemn voice.


    "If your marketing plan really has a decisive effect on Google''s revenue as you said. Then I will abdicate and let you be the chairman and CEO of Google. There is no problem. But why two marketing Does the plan have to be used after two months?"


    After thinking for a moment, Larry Page calmly said.


    "I think with Senior Page''s intelligence, I should be able to guess the reason!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "You want to buy the Google stake in Sequoia Capital and Kleiner Perkins?"


    Larry Page''s pupils shrank, staring at the young man in front of him, a little surprised.


    "Not bad! I am very optimistic about the development prospects of Internet search. If the two seniors are not reluctant to sell, I will definitely buy Google directly."


    Guo Shouyun''s words were loud. Talk to smart people, sometimes conspiracy is more useful than conspiracy.


    After the two eyes collided in the air for a moment, Larry Page suddenly laughed: "I didn''t expect you to value Google so much!"


    "certainly!"


    "Aren''t you afraid that we will tell Sequoia Capital and Kleiner Perkins what happened today? You must know that ''side advertising'' is a business model and there is no way to register a patent. We can use this to solve the problem of unprofitability." Larry Pei Chi smiled.


    "I''m afraid, of course I''m afraid. But unless the two seniors don''t want another more important business model in my hands!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s confident expression, Larry Page frowned.


    "How can I be sure that the other business model you''re talking about actually exists? And, does it really work for Google?"


    "Senior Page, since I dare to put forward conditions, I must hold it. Moreover, in such an important business negotiation, I will not use a stupid lie to destroy the sincerity of our cooperation with each other."


    "Larry...!"


    Without looking at the eyes of his old friend, just listening to the tone, Larry Page knew that Brin had agreed in his heart.


    "Okay, you win, we can sign a contract according to your request just now!"


    Looking at the man on the opposite side for a while, but he couldn''t see any panic in his expression, and he was full of confidence from beginning to end, which made Larry Page make a decision in his heart.


    Of course, he agreed. Mainly because of several conditions of Guo Shouyun, it will not cause any loss to Google. Moreover, even if the other party acquired the equity in Sequoia Capital and Kleiner Perkins, it still could not shake his and Sergey Brin''s absolute control over the company.


    In addition, with Zhuyu in front of the "side advertisement", he also has great curiosity and confidence in the last document in Guo Shouyun''s hands.


    Guo Shouyun''s heart, which had been hanging all this time, finally let it go. In fact, his heart is not as confident as his face shows. Of course, everything is fine now.


    With the help of George Davis, after signing the contract for several points, Guo Shouyun was filled with indescribable satisfaction, and his face was full of victory smiles.


    "Now that all contracts have been signed, your more important ''advertising solution'' should be taken out?"


    Larry Page said.


    "certainly!"


    After agreeing, Guo Shouyun took out his last document of the Great Wall from his briefcase.


    "The name of this document is ''PPC Advertising Marketing Solutions''!"


    PPC and side ads are the main profit model for all search engines in the world. In particular, the former is the most important. Whether it is Google or Baidu, the revenue from PPC advertising is the backbone of their profits.


    "Awesome, unbelievable! ... Larry, Google wins, and our future is bright!"


    After reading it at a glance, Sergey Brin said excitedly.


    Larry Page nodded vigorously. Although he tried his best to restrain himself, the expression on his face was still excited. As the founder of Google, he understands the importance of this business model to Google''s future development, even if there is no specific trial. It can be said that it makes up for the last shortcoming of Google.


    "Bruce, you are Google''s most important partner to date!" Larry Page said in a tone full of excitement and admiration. UU reading www. uukanshu.com


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Senior Peggy, everyone will be partners in common struggle in the future!"


    "certainly!"


    "Snapped!"


    The two of them held their right hands together.


    Then, under the leadership of Larry Page, Guo Shouyun walked around the entire Google office. However, Guo Shouyun, who will take office in two months, cannot yet exercise the powers of his chairman and CEO of Google.


    Guo Shouyun left the office building where Google is located under the personal gift of Larry Page and Sergey Brin.


    "Lawyer Davis, my company still lacks a legal advisor. I wonder if you are willing to give in?"


    When he got in the car and left, Guo Shouyun stopped and asked.


    In the future, as the scale of its business continues to expand, there will be more legal needs. Whether from a professional point of view or a personal relationship, George Davis is the most suitable candidate at present.


    "Is it Google?"


    "No, it''s my other company called ''LinkedIn''!"


    There was a look of thought on George Davis'' face, and if it was changed before, he would definitely refuse. But after participating in this negotiation between Guo Shouyun and Google, he really saw the business talent of the 19-year-old around him.


    "I need time to think about it!"


    "No problem. But I hope Mr. Davis doesn''t keep me waiting too long!"


    George Davis nodded.


    "I will credit your account for the legal fee this time, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After saying goodbye to each other, they both turned around and left.


    Just three days after winning the Google contract. Guo Shouyun drove to Citibank''s office in San Francisco.

 Chapter 14： Empty Gloves White Wolf

    Chapter 14 White Wolf with Empty Gloves


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    "Hello, I have an appointment with Mr. James Carr of the Credit Department!"


    Through the front desk, Guo Shouyun met James Carr, manager of the credit department of Citibank San Francisco branch. Because there had been contact on the phone before, the two sides talked directly about the core content after meeting.


    "Mr. Guo, according to our overall assessment of Google and our review of your own repayment qualifications, you can only lend up to $50 million in cash for the 40% of Google''s shares in your hands."


    Although it will take two months for Guo Shouyun to officially become a major shareholder of Google, the equity transfer contract signed by him at this time is indeed a formal and legally binding contract, and it has been filed with the industry and commerce department.


    The reason why Guo Shouyun had to sign two contracts was that he wanted to use this equity transfer document to get the large sum of money he desperately needed.


    And the existence of the non-disclosure agreement, whether it is Sergey Brin, Larry Page, or George Davis and other people involved in the negotiation, cannot reveal any specific details about the negotiation to the outside world. So, even if it is a Citi investigation, it will not find anything out of the ordinary.


    Guo Shouyun nodded nonchalantly.


    "Mr. Carr, if I sign the contract, what is the interest rate on your loan?"


    "3.48%!"


    As the Nasdaq crisis deepened, the Federal Reserve has been cutting interest rates in an attempt to stimulate the economy. So low interest rates are not surprising. Even after 9.11, the commercial loan interest rate will drop to 1%, which is also an incentive for the subsequent subprime mortgage crisis. Of course, this is another story!


    "I want a full loan, and the interest rate can accept 5%!" Guo Shouyun calmly said.


    "This... I need to ask the supervisor!"


    Guo Shouyun stretched out his left hand and made a ''casual'' gesture.


    James Carr stood up and walked out of the room with the materials. After about five or six minutes, he pushed the door again and walked in. But this time, in addition to himself, a bald middle-aged white man with gold glasses also walked in.


    "Mr. Guo, let me introduce to you, this is Mr. Clos Rodriguez, Deputy President of Citibank San Francisco Bank and Head of Credit Department."


    "Mr. Guo, nice to meet you!"


    "Hello, Mr. Rodriguez!"


    After a simple handshake, the three of them took their seats.


    "Carl told me about Mr. Guo''s loan request just now. There is no problem with Mr. Guo wanting to get the full loan of 80 million, but the 5% loan interest rate is too low!"


    "How much do you want?" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "8%!"


    A glint flashed in Rodriguez''s eyes.


    "8%?"


    Guo Shouyun sneered at the middle-aged white man in front of him, "Mr. Rodriguez, I have long heard that people in the financial industry are extremely greedy. I didn''t believe it very much before, but now you have successfully convinced me.  �� Give me the information back, we don''t need to talk any more."


    Of course Rodriguez couldn''t return the information to Guo Shouyun. His credit department had few big clients like Guo Shouyun recently.


    "Mr. Guo, 8% is just our expectation. If you don''t accept it, we can talk about it later."


    Looking at the smiling Clos, Guo Shouyun said with a cold face: "It''s only 5%. If you want to go higher, I''d rather go to the **** and ask Bank of America."


    "7%!"


    "5%!" Guo Shouyun said firmly, "Mr. Rodriguez, please understand one thing, the US economy is in depression during the Nasdaq crisis. According to the report released by the Federal Reserve, the national commercial loan quota ratio in March In February, it fell by 11%, and in April, it was only US$148.7 billion, down 8.4% from the previous month. Now Nasdaq has no intention of bottoming out. According to the US economic survey report released by McKinsey and Roland Berger, The inflection point of the Nasdaq stock market appears, and it will not be until next year at the earliest. This means that the stock market will be in a state of decline throughout 2000. Affected by this, the national loan quota and the loan interest rate of commercial banks will be reduced within at least six months. Will be in a state of decline. In order to avoid paying more excess reserves to the Fed, I think there are many banks willing to issue loans, and the conditions are excellent! At least, the income of commercial loans is far more than the 1% of ''overnight repo''. Unbeatable rate of return! And it��s easier to operate.��


    Rodriguez took a deep look at the confident and calm young man sitting in front of him.


    "Mr. Guo, who graduated from Stanford University''s Department of Economics, should come to work in our financial industry!"


    "Sorry, I''m still more interested in the technology industry!" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    Rodriguez smiled, and after a little thought, "6%! Mr. Guo, if it''s any lower, we really can''t work with you!"


    "5.5%, the loan term is five years, the interest will be repaid before five years, and the principal will be paid in one lump sum after five years! If you repay early, in addition to the interest paid, I will pay you an additional 1% handling fee. This It''s my last condition, if you don''t accept it, I''ll go to another bank."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s firm expression, Clos Rodriguez, who is good at observing words, understands that this is the other party''s real bottom line.


    "Mr. Guo, you are really a master negotiator!"


    Standing up and holding the hand that the other party took the initiative to extend, Guo Shouyun said indifferently: "If I were really a master negotiator, I wouldn''t let Mr. Rodriguez make such a big profit."


    Given enough time, he is confident he can squeeze rates to around 4%, but what he lacks the most right now is time. Facing the opportunity that was coming soon, he couldn''t wait any longer.


    "Haha, Mr. Guo is really humble! ... Carl, bring the contract here!"


    The latter nodded and hurriedly went down to prepare the contract.


    Everything that followed came naturally, and Guo Shouyun got the $80 million in liquidity that was crucial to his future. After getting the money, he did not transfer it to Google, but immediately transferred the funds to Phoenix Capital''s account in a Swiss bank.


    Two days later, Guo Shouyun got an affirmative answer from George Davis.


    "Boss, your house is ready!"


    "where?"


    "It''s less than one kilometer from the company, five minutes by bike, two minutes by car!"


    After taking a look at the photo of the house from Wendy''s hand, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Let''s go see the scene!"


    "Yes!"


    The latter agreed, followed Guo Shouyun out of the company, and it was really close after a two-minute drive.


    This is a very typical American-style villa, with a fenced courtyard of about fifty or sixty square meters in front, and a bungalow in the back, with three bedrooms and two halls, about 140 square meters. From the back door, there is a small park not far away, so you don''t have to worry about running out of place in the morning. Moreover, it is located in the middle of the offices of LinkedIn and Google, so it is convenient to go to work anywhere.


    "How much is the rent?"


    "The monthly rent is $400, one pays three!" Wendy Solo said immediately.


    "Yes, here it is. The rent is settled from the finances!"


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, don''t change the furniture here, just clean it and disinfect it. But all the sofa covers, bed sheets and duvet covers are new."


    "clear!"


    After explaining, Guo Shouyun returned to the company, and Martin found him as soon as he entered the door.


    "Bruce, are you moving out of school?"


    "Well, the school is too far from the company. It''s a waste of more than an hour to commute to get off work."


    "It''s really a waste of time." Martin Alexander nodded, and then his eyes lit up, "Why don''t we find a house together, just like Stanford, let''s live together!"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help rolling his eyes.


    "Go, go, who will live with you! I don''t want others to misunderstand that I am crooked!"


    "Hey, we are brothers...!"


    After waving his hand to interrupt him, Guo Shouyun pointed to the document in his hand, "Is something wrong?"


    The brain circuit of the programmer is different from that of ordinary people. Martin instantly forgot the loss of being "abandoned" by Guo Shouyun before, and happily put the document in his hand in front of him.


    "Bruce, you are still amazing. Since we developed the address book uploading and group renting functions, LinkedIn''s registered users have achieved explosive growth. In just one month, our registered users have exceeded 600,000!"


    After taking a look at the document, Guo Shouyun was excited, but he was not as exaggerated as Martin. After all, he had learned too much from later generations. However, there are only 600,000 registered users, and he will be really excited when it exceeds 100 million that day.


    "Good. When will the personal homepage program be developed?"


    "Three months, three months at most...!"


    "One month, I will give you one month. You can recruit more if there are not enough staff, there are not enough places, there are still many empty office areas around, and if the funds are not enough, I can continue to inject capital into LinkedIn. But you must lead the development department in one month. Solve the program development of ''personal home page'' within the time!"


    "Then I''ll hire 10 more engineers!" Martin Alexander gritted his teeth.


    "Okay, I''ll send an email to the HR department later!"


    After Martin left smugly and energetically, Guo Shouyun sat at the desk and pondered for a while, then took out a document from the safe next to him.


    "Let Tim come to my office."


    Guo Shouyun, who let go of his fingers, once again felt the benefits of having a secretary.


    Not long after, Tim George, who was brought by Wendy, pushed open the door of Guo Shouyun''s office.


    "Boss, are you looking for me?"


    "sit!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun pointed to the chair in front of his desk.


    "Martin told me just now that LinkedIn has more than 600,000 registered users!" Guo Shouyun said after Tim George sat down.


    "This is really good news!"


    "It''s really good news! So, I think it''s time for us to think about the company''s profit model!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun handed the document he just took out to Tim George.


    "Look after it first!"


    After the latter nodded, he took the document and read it carefully.

 Chapter 15： 6 degree division theory

    Chapter 15 The Six Degrees of Separation Theory


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    "Wonderful business model, genius idea!"


    Tim George couldn''t help but marvel after reading it.


    "Recruiting solutions, marketing solutions and business users. Among them, recruiting solutions and marketing solutions are for enterprises, and business users are used for individuals. For enterprise users, our recruiting solutions will be based on the level of talent they need. We charge an intermediary fee ranging from 100 to 9999 US dollars, and we recommend 20 people for each position. If they are not satisfied, they need to pay another fee. The marketing solution is mainly the advertisements that companies put on their respective homepages, which are based on the click-through rate. Charge, $1 for 10 clicks.��


    "Finally, there are commercial users, that is, individual users. For individual users, we mainly pay annual fees and monthly fees. The monthly fee implementation standard is 19 US dollars, and the annual fee implementation standard is 199 US dollars. If you choose continuous monthly subscription, you can enjoy monthly fees. $9 discount. For those users who don''t pay, they can only follow their teachers, classmates, friends, colleagues, etc., but can''t add people beyond the ''three degrees''!"


    The so-called "three degrees" is a concept derived from the "six degrees of division theory". According to the Six Degrees of Separation Theory: There will be no more than six people between you and any stranger. That is to say, through a maximum of six people, you can meet any stranger, even if he is the President of the United States.


    "...Those who don''t pay membership fees can only add up to fifteen friends. Also, you can''t view the VIP content in the comment area....Okay, that''s all I can think of. Take this information back and look at it, what''s there? Comments can be emailed to me in time. After three days, the trial will be launched.��


    "Yes, boss!"


    "By the way, the Nasdaq is still falling into the abyss. The whole Silicon Valley, and even the entire United States, is full of unemployed people. We have to seize this opportunity to seize the market at a lower cost than those headhunters. As for capital, you don''t have to Worry, I will get at least $20 million in VC funding for the company in two months!"


    Feeling the ambition revealed in Guo Shouyun''s words, Tim George nodded vigorously.


    "Tim, when LinkedIn''s registered users exceed 100 million and become profitable, we can consider going public. As a company veteran, I will not treat you badly!"


    "Thank you boss!"


    Tim George said gratefully.


    There is nothing more inspiring than tangible benefits.


    "carry on!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was very satisfied with the effect of his words and deeds of ''painting a big cake'', waved his hand.


    After Tim George left, Guo Shouyun looked at the calendar card next to him. It was May 5th, and there were only 19 days before the start of the Champions League final held at the Stade de France in Paris, France on the 24th.


    The reason why he went to great lengths to get this $80 million cash reserve for himself was to take advantage of this opportunity to make a fortune from the football lottery.


    This is the only chance Guo Shouyun could think of to make huge profits in 2000, apart from writing books.


    "I used to be complained about by my family. Playing games, watching football games, and reading online novels delayed my studies. I didn''t expect that it would still be useful for a day?"


    Guo Shouyun, who recalled the past, sighed and shook his head.


    Like the vast majority of football fans in China, he only gradually understood and completely fell in love with the world''s No. 1 sport after China''s football entered the World Cup in 2002.


    At the time, his favourites were Real Madrid and Manchester United. Both are star-studded and have a successful commercial promotion in China. In contrast, Barcelona will be inferior.


    However, because of the long history, apart from the Champions Cup and the World Cup, he doesn''t remember the winners of the European Cup 10 years ago, and the winners of the five major leagues except the Premier League.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun didn''t need to remember too much. He just used his pre-knowledge in football to make the necessary capital accumulation. In a few years, he may not even see this money.


    "Wendy, come in!"


    Guo Shouyun pressed the phone and said.


    "Boss, are you looking for me?"


    Not long after, the beautiful and intellectual Wendy Solo pushed the door and walked in.


    "Hmm! How''s the survey on the American game industry going?"


    "just started!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Go and apply to Tim and add two more employees to form the secretariat directly under the chairman. You are the team leader."


    "Yes!"


    "In addition, you registered a new company called ''Matrix Pictures'' for me, whose main business is cultural entertainment!"


    I have listened to so many songs in my previous life, but I don''t remember most of them except for a few who pretended to be X. But most of the movies and TV shows he watched were clearly remembered. Also, pictures are inherently easier to remember than words. Therefore, with this foundation, Guo Shouyun certainly will not be indifferent to the hugely profitable entertainment industry.


    "Matrix Films?"


    Wendy Solow was a little surprised, this is "incompetent" with the Internet social industry of ''LinkedIn''.


    "Is there a problem?"


    "No!"


    Wendy Solo shook her head quickly. As an assistant, the boss''s decision is not her responsibility.


    "Then get busy!"


    After Wendy Solo went out, Guo Shouyun looked at the hundreds of folders in "My Documents" and focused on "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Fifty Shades of Grey" and "Island Bookstore" that had already been written.


    However, the "Fifty Shades of Grey" trilogy made Guo Shouyun very tangled. Because after the publication of the book before time-travel, almost all the negative comments in the critics were overwhelming. However, it will sell a set every 2 seconds after it goes on sale, and the sales volume of the complete set of books exceeds 100 million, surpassing the sum of the total works of "Harry Potter", which really makes Guo Shouyun unable to give up.


    Moreover, what he lacks most now is funds. "Fifty Shades of Grey" is the most suitable object. Moreover, the domineering president fell in love with the female hanging silk, Mary Suwen, and wrote it in Guo Shouyun''s writing style, which is most likely to sell well.


    "Forget it, I won''t change it. Anyway, I just made my debut. The level of UU reading is generally normal. But in this case, "Island Bookstore" cannot be published at this time!" Guo Shouyun thought.


    In terms of pure literature, the level of "Island Bookstore" exceeds that of "Fifty Shades of Grey" by a hundred streets. The two are not at the same level at all, and it is easy for people to associate that the author is not the same person.


    However, without "Island Bookstore", minus "Fifty Shades of Grey", and relying on "Pirates of the Caribbean", which has not been verified by the publishing market, Guo Shouyun is not confident that he can impress those savvy "publishing agents".


    After thinking for a while, he turned his attention to another novel he had just written halfway through.


    ""The Da Vinci Code"?"


    In later generations, both in film and novel, it was extremely successful. Among them, the rigorous and unexpected reasoning plot and the brain-burning plot have allowed it to break the sales record of American novels with 7.5 million copies, and the cumulative global sales volume has exceeded 65 million copies. 76 weeks long and translated into 42 languages, it even rivals the popular British bestsellers Harry Potter books in sales.


    But after thinking about it, Guo Shouyun quickly denied it again. Although he has read the novel many times and the movie several times, it involves too much knowledge in religion, mathematics, history, philosophy, and cryptography, and he can''t finish writing it in the next half month. Moreover, like "Island Bookstore", it exceeds the level of "Fifty Shades of Grey" by too much.


    "It seems that it is the most suitable for going around!" After thinking for a long time, "That''s it!"


    Guo Shouyun clicked the mouse, and the automatic printer next to him quickly started working. After a short time, a piece of A4 paper slowly slipped out of it, and on its surface, there was a line of black English: "Where are the Fantastic Beasts"!

 Chapter 16： Bet on the Champions League

    Chapter 16 Betting on the Champions League


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    Heathrow Airport, a world-famous civil airport, the main airport in London, the capital of the United Kingdom, and the world''s major aviation hub, is the busiest airport in Europe, one of the busiest airports in the world, and one of the largest airports in the world. . On May 7, 2000, Guo Shouyun set foot on the soil of the British Empire for the first time in his two lifetimes.


    Because he had already booked a luxury suite at the five-star Hilton Waldorf Astoria; coupled with the same language, Guo Shouyun did not feel any inconvenience from the United States to the United Kingdom.


    Open the laptop you carry with you and log in to Yahoo. In the sports section, the news about the Champions League after ten days occupies nearly half of the space.


    However, no one is optimistic that Valencia can beat the mighty Real Madrid to win the ''Big Ear Cup''. Also, compared to Real Madrid with superstars such as Raul, Redondo, McManaman, Carlos, Casillas, Valencia is also a strong team in La Liga, but it is worse in terms of lineup and championship. Real Madrid one step ahead. Moreover, in the Champions League semi-finals that ended before, they had just competed with the powerful Barcelona, ??and their physical strength was worrying!


    So, on betting sites, Valencia wins 2 to 1 and Real Madrid to Valencia is 0.5 to 1!


    Football is round and anything can happen on the football field. Therefore, Valencia, although not very optimistic. But the odds difference between the two teams is not too disparity.


    However, football betting is not only about winning and losing, but also more exciting goals! Zero to zero draw, 1 to 2. Real Madrid 1:0 Valencia, 1 lose 0.8; Valencia 1:0 Real Madrid, 1 lose 1.5. Real Madrid 2:0 Valencia, 1 lose 2; Valencia 2:0 Real Madrid, 1 lose 2.5. Real Madrid 3:0 Valencia, 1 lose 3.5; Valencia 3:0 Real Madrid, 1 lose 4.6. There are numbers like 1:2, 2:1, 3:1, 3:2 after that. There are even 4:0 and 5:0.


    However, scoring two goals in a football game is a lot. Three goals, not many games in a season. What''s more, although Valencia is worse than Real Madrid, it can reach the Champions League final and is also a strong team. Few thought they would get three goals from Real Madrid.


    Therefore, the most pressing goals in gambling are still 1:0 and 2:1. But Guo Shouyun, who comes from later generations and is a veteran fan, knows that the outcome of this game is 3:0. Real Madrid''s three consecutive Champions League titles from 2000 to 2002 left a deep impression. This is something that every Real Madrid fan is talking about.


    However, it is clear that the major European bookmakers have high enough odds for Real Madrid to beat Valencia 3:0. But how to press is also a question that needs serious consideration.


    First of all, European countries have different taxes on the gaming industry. Although it is not as perverted as the United States, which levies 50%, France, Spain, Germany, etc. will also collect 20% of the total bonus. The United Kingdom is less, 15%. ! But Guo Shouyun, who is not very wealthy now, is still short of money. So, Canada with no gaming tax is a good choice. Just don''t let them misunderstand you as a professional gambler.


    However, Guo Shouyun is very skeptical. If he has held down the 80 million US dollars, if he wins, can the Canadian gaming company pay out all the reparations as agreed?


    So, after thinking about it all together, he divided the $80 million into three parts. Among them, 20 million bet on Canadian bookmakers, $20 million bet on British bookmakers, and the remaining $40 million bet on online bookmakers.


    POGOs are a well-known grey area in the European gaming industry due to regulatory difficulties. Offshore companies from abroad draw billions of dollars in profits each year without paying taxes. Therefore, in later generations, the United Kingdom, France, etc. were forced to do nothing. They began to issue online gambling licenses and intensified the crackdown on online gambling, but they still could not be eradicated.


    Guo Shouyun is also unwilling to pay taxes, and his Phoenix Capital is an offshore company, and it was kept secret enough before the Swiss bank was beaten by Uncle Sam in 2009. So, everything is taken for granted.


    However, as online gambling is a gray area, there is no legal protection, and he is also afraid that the money he invested will not be returned. Therefore, while trying to find as many websites as possible to spread the risk, I also took out $20 million and put it into offline gaming betting points in the UK. Coupled with Canada, three-handed preparation, in addition to ensuring safety, also guarantees his maximum benefit.


    However, this time he flew to the UK, not just to gamble.


    The next day, after a brief tidying up, Guo Shouyun went out with a black handbag. Because he had done his research before coming back, he found the ''Ritter Publishing Economics Company'' on the ninth floor of the Bauhinia Building in downtown London.


    The West is not like China. When authors write new books, they do not sell them directly to publishers. Instead, they hand them over to "publishing brokers", and then the "publishing brokers" contact the publishers for publication.


    These ''publishing agents'' not only have professional literary qualities, but also have business negotiation skills and legal awareness that authors do not possess, which can protect the legitimate rights and interests of authors to the greatest extent.


    Of course, these publishing brokers are not free, and they will take 5% of the author''s royalties as an employment fee.


    "Hello, sir! Is there anything I can help you with?"


    "I want to see Mr. Christopher Ritter!" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "Do you have an appointment?"


    "No! But I have this!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun opened his briefcase and took out a stack of manuscripts!


    And the name on the manuscript is "Harry Potter: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them"!


    Now is not 1997, when J.K. Rowling held the Harry Potter manuscript and nobody cared about it. As the Ritter publishing and economic company that directly contributed to the popularity of "Harry Potter" all over the world, from the boss to the staff, the most familiar is this magical novel about wizards.


    Therefore, after Guo Shouyun took out this manuscript, the eyes of the blonde beauty at the front desk were instantly attracted almost all attention by the name on the surface.


    "I think you''d better show it to Mr. Ritter. I think he''ll reward you for your work when he sees it!"


    Looking at the manuscript that Guo Shouyun handed over, the lady at the front desk hesitated a bit before reaching out to take it.


    "Please wait a moment!"


    "OK!"


    Seeing the lady at the front desk hurried away with his manuscript, Guo Shouyun smiled and sat down on the chair next to him. He is very confident that as long as Christopher Ritter sees his novel written with the main line of the movie "Fantastic Beasts There", he will come to see him 100%. As long as the two meet, things will follow naturally.


    About six or seven minutes later, chaotic footsteps from far to near rang in Guo Shouyun''s ears. When he turned his head to look, three people came out from the inner working area.


    In addition to the previous blonde front desk, among the three people who attracted Guo Shouyun''s attention was the middle-aged white man who was about thirty-six or seven years old, wearing a look suit and a thin figure.


    "Boss, he is the author!"


    The blonde front desk pointed at Guo Shouyun, who had stood up.


    Christopher Ritter briefly looked at this young Asian man in a black coat, with a somewhat immature face, but a kind of vicissitudes of life in his eyes, and a calm temperament, and then strode over.


    "Hello, I''m Christopher Ritter!"


    "Hello Mr. Ritter, I''m Bruce Guo!"


    After a simple handshake, I heard Guo Shouyun''s proficient English, "Mr. Guo is British?"


    "No, Chinese American!"


    Christopher Ritter''s eyes moved, and then he took a step back and stretched his right hand.


    "Mr. Guo, why don''t we go inside and talk?"


    "Please!"


    Under the guidance of Christopher Ritter, Guo Shouyun walked through the office area and came to his office.


    After briefly looking at the large Harry Potter novel cover hanging on the wall of the office, Guo Shouyun sat down on the sofa in the reception area. After Ritter''s young secretary served coffee, the negotiation began.


    "Mr. Guo, despite the time constraints, I didn''t read too much. But Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is indeed a wonderful novel. But I would like to say that many of its contents are copied from Rowling''s "Haha" Leigh Porter. So it cannot be published unless we authorize it.��


    After glancing at the manuscript that Christopher Ritter was holding tightly in his hand, Guo Shouyun put down the coffee cup and smiled lightly.


    "Mr. Ritter, you and I both know that apart from the popular words such as wizard, Ministry of Magic, staff, this novel of mine has nothing to do with Ms. Rowling''s "Harry Potter" by half a penny. It''s not even called Harry Potter Prequels, it''s Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them!"


    "Then why did it change?"


    Christopher Ritter moved in his heart, and then asked.


    Looking at Ritter, who was a little nervous and concerned, Guo Shouyun no longer concealed his purpose. UU Reading


    "If it changes, I''m afraid I won''t see Mr. Ritter so soon!"


    Hearing Guo Shouyun''s implication, Christopher Ritter breathed a sigh of relief. Although he had only read five or six chapters of the book titled "Fantastic Beasts Are There" just now due to time constraints, with his literary quality and knowledge, combined with his ingenuity with "Harry Potter", he did not If there is no close connection, he is at least 80% sure that this will be a popular book with sales exceeding one million.


    "Mr. Guo, I think our cooperation will be very pleasant!"


    Now that Guo Shouyun has made his intentions clear, Christopher Ritter will naturally not be indifferent to the benefits that come to his door.


    Looking at the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out in front of him, Guo Shouyun did not reach out to hold it.


    "Mr. Ritter, don''t worry. I have two other sets of books here. You might as well read them first!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun took out the written "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Fifty Shades of Grey" from his briefcase.


    "Pirates of the Caribbean? Fifty Shades of Grey? Is this all written by Mr. Guo?"


    "Of course! Together with the previous book "Fantastic Beasts There", I have already registered the copyright in the United States." Guo Shouyun said.


    Christopher Reiter nodded, picked up the first volume of "Pirates of the Caribbean", "The Curse of the Black Pearl" and read it.


    "Pirates of the Caribbean" is a novel written by Guo Shouyun based on the movie. At present, only "The Curse of the Black Pearl", "The Coffin of Souls" and "The End of the World" have been written, and the remaining "Stormy Waves" and "Death Without Telling Tales", And "The King of the Four Seas" has not had time to write because of time constraints.


    What he thought was to use these three parts to take up the ''pit'' first, and then write the sequel and then there was still time.

 Chapter 17： 3 conditions

    Chapter 17 Three Conditions


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    "Okay, great!"


    After watching it for a while, Christopher Ritter slapped his thigh hard and exclaimed loudly.


    Guo Shouyun was not surprised by the joy that naturally appeared on his face. "Pirates of the Caribbean" later surpassed "Transformers" and was no less than the classic IP of "Speed ??and Passion"! Even if the reputation of the fifth film is not satisfactory, it has achieved a global box office of 800 million US dollars. Six movies, Guo Shouyun watched six or seven times before and after, and he remembered more than 90% of the plots clearly. And a novel adapted from such a popular movie will naturally not be less attractive.


    In fact, Christopher Ritter was completely captivated by the plot.


    The bohemian and righteous Captain Jack, the strong, brave and upright handsome blacksmith Will Turner, the beautiful and persistent pursuit of love Elizabeth Swan, the crazy and evil pirate leader Barbossa. Each character is not the same, all have their own personality characteristics, and they are all so fresh. Especially the setting that the pirates of the Black Pearl will turn into skeletons under the moonlight because of the curse, in Christopher''s view, is particularly exciting.


    After waiting for half an hour, looking at Christopher Ritter, who was completely immersed in the plot of the novel, Guo Shouyun, who was unwilling to wait any longer, woke him up.


    "Mr. Ritter, these books will be put here for now. After you finish reading, we will continue the discussion tomorrow."


    Anyway, the copyright is registered, Guo Shouyun is not afraid of Ritter''s trouble.


    "Mr. Guo, are these three sets of books handed over to me as an agent?"


    Christopher, who put down the book, asked impatiently.


    "That''s right!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Please wait!"


    After getting a positive answer, Christopher, who was instantly excited, stood up quickly, turned around and took a few documents from his desk drawer, and then hurriedly walked back and handed them to Guo Shouyun.


    "This economic contract! The clauses in it are filled in according to the standards of well-known writers. After reading it, if Mr. Guo thinks there is no problem, we can sign it today!"


    Christopher Ritter is a businessman, and when faced with a business opportunity, of course he understands that he must not miss the opportunity. Even though this might not be big, he still felt that it would be safer to take Guo Shouyun first.


    Nodding his head, after taking a look at the contract, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "I can sign this contract, but I have a few conditions!"


    "Please say!"


    "First, these books will be officially released in two weeks at the latest, that is, on May 22. I believe that with Mr. Ritter''s current ability, he can do it."


    Christopher Ritter, who holds the rights to the "Harry Potter" bestseller, is now the most popular publishing agent for the world''s major publishing giants. His energy can fully fulfill Guo Shouyun''s request.


    However, if he can do it, he can''t help but ask, "Why are you so anxious?"


    "I naturally have my reasons! However, it is inconvenient to disclose for the time being!"


    Looking at the unpredictable Guo Shouyun, after frowning and thinking for a while, Christopher nodded.


    "Secondly, I don''t need copyright fees for these three sets of books, but I hope to sign a gambling agreement with the publisher. That is: if each set of books sells more than 100,000 copies, I can get 5% of the total sales. For every additional 100,000 copies sold, my royalties will increase by 1%, and for more than 1 million copies, it will be 15%!��


    Guo Shouyun is very clear that, as a cutting-edge writer, the publishing rights of simple paper books are only tens of thousands of pounds. Although he was short of money, he didn''t care about the money. And royalty income is the real bulk.


    "No problem, I can fight for this for you!"


    Christopher Ritter readily agreed. After watching "Pirates of the Caribbean", he is optimistic about the sales prospects of Guo Shouyun''s books. He had no doubt that the man in front of him would be a super author with a million bestsellers. So 15% of the top royalties, in his view, is not an excessive requirement. It''s just that this requirement is a little earlier.


    "...But I think the copyright fee that should be charged should still be charged. Bruce, although there are mediocre talents in the publishing industry, there are also many publishers with profound literary literacy. They can see the excellence of your works and give them superior conditions."


    "You will be my publishing agent in the future, and you will be a professional in book publishing. If you think you can, then follow your will, but you must guarantee 15% of my royalties." After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun nodded. .


    "OK, no problem!"


    "Thirdly, if the sales of these three sets of books are good, I hope the publisher can pay me $20 million in royalties in advance!"


    "I''m afraid this is a bit difficult!"


    Christopher Ritter frowned.


    "If my book really sells, it won''t be difficult, will it?"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s confident face, Christopher Ritter nodded.


    "I''ll try my best to get it for you, but $20 million isn''t a small amount!"


    "I understand!" Looking at the solemn expression on Christopher''s face, Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, brought the document over, and read the entire contract in detail. After finding no text traps, at the end Sign your name.


    Christopher Ritter was relieved when the dust finally settled, and while he was happy, he also asked the doubts buried in his heart.


    "Bruce, there are many well-known ''publishing agents'' in the United States, and your books are good enough. Why don''t you come to England to find me instead of them?"


    "Because I love Ms. Rowling''s Harry Potter, and you happen to be her manager! ... By the way, Christopher, can you introduce Ms. Rowling? In Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them? Writing, I have a lot of questions I want to ask her!"


    "Of course! Rowling loves communicating with her peers, especially good writers!"


    "That''s good! By the way, I''m temporarily staying at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. My cell phone number is written on the title page of "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them". If you have any questions, please call me anytime!"


    "OK!"


    "Okay. I''ve said everything that needs to be said, and it''s time to leave." After the words were finished, Guo Shouyun stood up.


    "I send you!"


    "Um!"


    Under Christopher''s personal farewell, Guo Shouyun left Ritter Publishing and Economics. I got into the taxi and looked at the Bauhinia Building in the distance, and there was a glint in my eyes.


    The reason why he ran from the United States to the United Kingdom to find Christopher Ritter is not just because he likes Rowling''s "Harry Potter". Taking down Ritter was only the first step in the plan.


    "Sir, where are you going?"


    asked the fat black taxi driver.


    "Go to the British Museum!"


    It was still very early, and Guo Shouyun didn''t want to go back to the hotel yet.


    Moreover, in his last life, he had always wanted to come to the British Museum to see it, but he never had the chance. This time I came to the UK, although tourism is not the main purpose, not even the secondary purpose. UU reading But now that you are here, it is natural to take a good look at some of the most famous attractions in London.


    It took more than half an hour to drive from the Bauhinia Building to the British Museum. When Guo Shouyun got off the bus, it was almost noon. After lunch at a restaurant on New Oxford Street, after walking through Russell Square, we entered the British Museum, one of the four largest museums in the world.


    As the world''s oldest and most magnificent comprehensive museum, the British Museum houses many cultural relics and treasures from all over the world, as well as manuscripts of many great scientists. Despite space constraints, the museum''s collection of more than 8 million artifacts from all over the world cannot be displayed in full. But the parts that have been exhibited are also enough to linger and spend a few days admiring.


    Fortunately, Guo Shouyun came on a Friday, and the museum would not close until 8:30 pm, so he had plenty of time.


    The Rosetta Stone, the marble carvings of the Parthenon in Athens, the head of Pharaoh Amenhopt III, the head of Ramses II, the oil paintings of modern Renaissance masters, the manuscripts of famous writers and scientists and other precious cultural relics, Guo Shouyun More with an attitude of appreciation.


    However, when he walked into the Oriental Art Exhibition Hall, he saw the Dunhuang frescoes, the Tang Dynasty copy of Gu Kaizhi''s "Principles of Women''s History" in the Eastern Jin Dynasty, the Kanghou Gui in the Western Zhou Dynasty, the three-colored sacrificial burial in the Tang Dynasty, and the three-colored statue of Luohan in the Song Dynasty. When it comes to cultural relics, the mood suddenly becomes complicated.


    Although he is an American now, in the final analysis it is Guo Shouyun, who was born and raised in China for 35 years, and has a pure Chinese heart. Therefore, when I saw the national treasure-level cultural relics of my motherland being displayed recklessly in the exhibition halls of other countries, I felt very uncomfortable.

 Chapter 18： meet compatriots

    Chapter 18 Encountering Compatriots


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    "It feels so useless!"


    Just as Guo Shouyun was standing for a long time in front of the exhibition hall of the Tang Dynasty facsimile of "The History of Women", and his mind was flying, suddenly there was a mandarin in a fluent voice.


    He turned his head subconsciously, and soon a slightly thin, handsome-looking young man appeared in his eyes.


    "It''s quite useless, but who said that the Qing government was weak at that time!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile after thinking for a while.


    "The strong prey on the weak is the essence of ''Social Darwinism''. If China is strong now and Britain is weak, these cultural relics will be treasured in the Forbidden City at this moment!"


    "If this is the case, I am afraid it will be another world war that spreads around the world! Since the day when mankind has a history of civilization, the distribution of power has always been based on the outcome of wars! Social wealth will also follow the outcome of wars. And transfer." Guo Shouyun calmly said.


    "Alas!" After a pause, the young man sighed deeply, "It seems that I can''t see the day when these cultural relics return to China!"


    "Actually, it''s not all bad for these cultural relics to be placed here. Just like the dilapidated Yuanmingyuan, it always reminds all Chinese people of an unbreakable truth - ''Being behind will be beaten''!"


    The young man nodded, "So, contradictions can be transformed into each other. There are both good and bad sides!"


    "Look at the problem from a global perspective!" Guo Shouyun followed closely.


    "Haha...!" The young man just laughed twice before suddenly realizing that he was in a quiet museum, so he quickly closed his mouth, and then slightly embarrassedly stretched out his right hand towards Guo Shouyun.


    "Hello, get to know me, my name is Chen Zhen, from the capital!"


    "Chen Zhen?"


    Guo Shouyun''s face was a little weird.


    "My old man is a big fan of "Huo Yuanjia", and it just so happens that our family''s surname is Chen!" Chen Zhen explained bitterly.


    "Understood!" Guo Shouyun nodded, holding the hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, "Hello, my name is Guo Shouyun, nice to meet you!"


    "Are you visiting England?"


    "That''s right! How about you?"


    "I''m a student at Oxford University Law School. I just graduated this year and I''m planning to spend a few days in London before I go back to serve my motherland!"


    "Fantastic, top student at Oxford University!"


    "Hey, what''s this? All the Chinese students studying in Oxford are top scholars, and I''m the scumbag among them!" Even though he said that, he could still see some **** on Chen Zhen''s face.


    Noticing that the people around him frowned and looked at them from time to time, Guo Shouyun realized that the two communicated like this, even if he deliberately lowered his voice, it was very annoying in the very quiet environment of the museum.


    "I''m about to leave, do you want to continue watching?"


    "Let''s go together!" Chen Zhen said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and the two left the museum together.


    "It''s already night!"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help sighing when he looked at the bustling city shrouded in night and shrouded in neon lanterns. When he was inside just now, he didn''t feel the passage of time at all.


    "Old Guo, shall we have dinner together tonight?"


    Chen Zhen, who felt that he had a good relationship with Guo Shouyun, sent an invitation by the way.


    Unexpectedly, the familiar Guo Shouyun next to him nodded after some thought. In other words, except for Yang Lishan, who has returned to China, he has not communicated with his compatriots for a long time.


    "Go, go over there. I''m driving here!"


    Chen Zhen, who was in high spirits, took Guo Shouyun to the parking lot, opened the door of a black Mercedes-Benz, and sat on it.


    "Is this your car?"


    "My friend, I''ll be back to China in a few days. So my car has been dealt with now." With that, Chen Zhen started the ignition skillfully, and then dialed the steering wheel to join the busy traffic in London.


    "What do you want to eat? I''ll be your free tour guide tonight."


    "Chinese food, where can there be authentic Chinese food in London?"


    Since his rebirth, Guo Shouyun has not eaten his favorite Chinese food for several months. As for those Chinese restaurants in San Francisco''s Chinatown, they are basically Chinese food that combines Chinese and Western food, and have lost the original taste of Chinese food. Moreover, he was a native of Shandong Province before his rebirth. He likes to eat garlic and green onions, especially Shandong cuisine Jiuzhuan large intestine, braised prawns, Mushu meat, and fried hairtail are his favorites. Others, such as spicy crayfish, Yangcheng Lake hairy crab, and scallops, are even more coveted.


    "Hey, you are asking the right person. I know an authentic Chinese restaurant!"


    As he spoke, Chen Zhen''s car gradually left the bustling West London.


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help frowning when he saw more and more low-rise bungalows with graffiti on the walls, and the number of ethnic minorities around him.


    "where is this place?"


    "East London!" As if seeing Guo Shouyun''s worry, "Don''t worry, although this is a slum area in London, as long as we don''t cause trouble, it will be safe here!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Once you have come, you will be at peace. It is here, and it is impossible to turn around and go back. Moreover, he can also see that Chen Zhen is not a liar.


    As the car drove forward, some obvious signboards with Chinese characters appeared on the surrounding streets, in both simplified and traditional Chinese characters. Obviously, this is a Chinese gathering area in East London!


    Seeing these familiar words and more and more compatriots with similar looks around, Guo Shouyun finally let go of his nervousness.


    "It''s here, it''s here!"


    Hearing the voice, Guo Shouyun raised his head and looked at the restaurant opposite, which was quite similar to the Huaxia Urban Village Restaurant. On its slightly old, cardboard signboard are four words - ''Fahrenheit Hotel''!


    Seeing that Chen Zhen had gotten out of the car, Guo Shouyun also turned on the co-pilot and walked down.


    Followed behind Chen Zhen, watching him push open the tempered glass sliding door that was hidden, revealing a cement floor, the walls painted white, and a small dining room with nine dining tables in the middle. Because the house is a long time ago, the dust that has been accumulated on the surrounding walls and in the surrounding corners has changed its color. The star posters posted on the wall should not have been changed for a long time. Not only did the paper turn khaki, but even the characters on it were unknown to Guo Shouyun. However, although the restaurant is old, the store is very clean and does not affect people''s appetite.


    "Master Hua, a guest is here!"


    After entering the door, Chen Zhen didn''t care about the guests at the other two tables who were eating, and shouted directly inside.


    And as he shouted, an old man with gray hair in a white Chinese-style long jacket with a white apron tied around his waist came out.


    "It''s you, aren''t you going back to China, why are you here again?"


    The old man laughed immediately when he saw Chen Zhen.


    "Wouldn''t it be a pity not to taste your old craftsmanship before returning home!"


    The old man smiled and turned his eyes to Guo Shouyun who was walking behind.


    "This offspring is your friend?"


    "Well, I just met him not long ago, his name is Guo Shouyun!"


    "Hello!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled.


    After the old man smiled and nodded in return, he took a menu from the counter and handed it to Chen Zhen.


    "Order what you want to eat, just say hello to me!"


    After he finished speaking, he turned around and went to the kitchen.


    "Come on, sit down!"


    Chen Zhen greeted Guo Shouyun and sat down. By the way, he put the menu in front of him.


    "Look, what do you want to eat, just order it!"


    Guo Shouyun was not polite. When you open it, you can see the menu in both Chinese and English, and the price is marked on the back, which is clear at a glance. And the dishes among them are also my favorite Shandong dishes, but also mixed with some Sichuan dishes.


    He ordered a Mushu Pork and Kung Pao Chicken, and passed the menu to Chen Zhen. The latter added a braised pork, a spicy fried chicken, and ordered two more bottles of beer, then handed the list to the old man just now.


    Since there were not many customers, the food was served quickly. In less than ten minutes, the Mushu meat ordered by Guo Shouyun was brought up.


    "Try it, the Chinese food here is much more authentic than the Chinese food in Westminster Chinatown. The Chinese food there is not Chinese, not foreign, as bad as it is!" Chen Zhen curled his lips, A look of disdain. UU reading


    Guo Shouyun smiled, but did not agree. He picked up the chopsticks, picked up an egg, and put it in his mouth. After chewing for a while, he nodded in satisfaction.


    "It''s really authentic, just like the taste in China!"


    "I just said, it''s definitely right to come here with me!"


    As if inspired by some kind of inspiration, Chen Zhen''s face was full of self-satisfaction.


    "By the way, Lao Chen. Listening to your accent, are you from Lu Province?"


    Just as Guo Shouyun was about to nod his head, he suddenly remembered that now he is no longer the Lu province native living in Modu, but the Chinese Bruce Guo who grew up on Guo''s Farm in Santa Rosa, USA!


    "I''m Chinese American!"


    Guo Shouyun said with a hint of emotion in his words, a low and slow voice.


    Chen Zhen''s eyes widened instantly and looked at him in disbelief.


    "American Chinese, are you lying?"


    "What good will it do for me to lie to you?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head and said.


    "But... but since you are Chinese, why do you speak Mandarin so smoothly? And you don''t feel any Chinese flavor at all?"


    After examining the expression on Guo Shouyun''s face and finding that he did not seem to be lying, Chen Zhen was suspicious.


    "My adoptive father is an authentic Chinese. He taught me to speak Mandarin since I was a child. I learned a lot of stories about China from him."


    "So that''s how it is! But... adoptive father, who are you...?"


    "Well, I''m an orphan!"


    Guo Shouyun said in a low tone.


    "Feel sorry!"


    "It doesn''t matter. My adoptive father treats me like his own, and my childhood was not lacking in love!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    Chen Zhen nodded, just at this moment, the dishes they ordered came up one by one.

 Chapter 19： Fights

    Chapter Nineteen Fighting


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    "Please enjoy!"


    After nodding to the old man who was serving the dish, Chen Zhen picked up the chopsticks.


    "Come on, try Mr. Hua''s craftsmanship. I''m not telling you, the Chinese food here is the most authentic in the UK."


    Smelling the seductive fragrance lingering on the tip of his nose, Guo Shouyun was also tempted by the greedy worm in his stomach. After nodding, he couldn''t help swallowing.


    "Come on, let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun took the beer bottle with the cap open and touched Chen Zhen. The two of them drank from each other without using a cup.


    With the slightly bitter Budweiser beer, Guo Shouyun returned to the humble life at the bottom of the magic capital, with no car, no room, no girlfriend, and got off work at night. Colleagues brag and fart, while drinking and making skewers, talking about meat jokes, and incidentally complaining about the days of social injustice.


    "What''s wrong?"


    "It''s okay, come, have a drink!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head. He never wanted to go back to that kind of life where he could hardly see the future or a way out except for his limited freedom.


    "Old Chen, judging from your age, you should be studying now, right?"


    "Well! It should be a junior!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Which school in America?"


    After hesitating for a while, Guo Shouyun decided not to hide it. Because the experience of more than 30 years in his previous life told him that there are classes in this society, and good people will only make friends with good people. Chen Zhen, who was born in Oxford University, is undoubtedly one of the representatives. Moreover, from his clothes, you can know that he has a great background. After all, in two thousand years, not many people in China can afford to buy millions of Patek Philippe global limited edition watches.


    "Stanford University!"


    "Stanford, California?"


    "Besides this, is there any other university called Stanford in the United States?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Yes! I can''t see that you are still a scholar!"


    "Aren''t you the same? Oxford is no worse than Stanford in the global university rankings, especially the law school!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun changed the subject after glancing at Chen Zhen, "You are going to graduate and return to China soon. What are you doing?"


    "I found a job at home, but I want to start my own business!"


    Although he has a bold personality, he didn''t reveal much about Guo Shouyun, who had only known each other for a few hours.


    "Entrepreneurship? What industry are you planning to pursue?"


    "I don''t know yet. Let''s work for two years after returning to China! What about you, you are now a junior, and you will be a senior after the summer vacation. What are your plans?"


    "I partnered with a friend to open an Internet company, and it''s developing quite well!"


    "Internet? After the collapse of the Nasdaq, the whole world is now looking down on the Internet industry!"


    "The current Internet environment is really not good, but since this thing has appeared, there must be a reason for its existence. So I still want to try to see it." After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled, "Stanford University is a brand Still very useful, even if the startup fails, I can use it to get a good job in Silicon Valley!"


    Chen Zhen nodded and raised the bottle again.


    "Let''s go one more time, I wish we can all realize our ideals!"


    "Cheers to the ideal!"


    "Ding!"


    With the crisp sound of collision, the light yellow liquor was quickly consumed by the two of them. With the deepening of understanding, more and more familiar with each other, the content of chat is also more and more rich. After eating and drinking for more than an hour, the two of them felt that they had seen each other late.


    "boom��!"


    Just when Guo Shouyun was about to ask for a few more bottles of beer, the door that had been hidden was violently knocked open from the outside. The loud noise attracted everyone''s attention.


    And seven or eight black men dressed in fancy clothes, with tattoos on their exposed necks or arms, and sullen eyes in their eyes, walked in arrogantly.


    It''s already past nine o''clock in the evening. Apart from Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen, there is only Mr. Hua sitting at the counter to settle accounts in the entire restaurant.


    The tall black man at the head swept across Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen sharply, and stopped on Mr. Hua who came out from behind the counter.


    "Is this Ray Hua''s home?"


    "Yes, what''s your business with my son?"


    Although the old man was a little scared, when he heard the other party mention his son, he couldn''t help but ask.


    "Are you his father?"


    "Yes!"


    "That''s good!" After a pause, the black man''s eyes instantly became sharp, "Smash it for me!"


    The black man standing behind him moved, grabbed the table, chairs and bench next to him, and smashed it with a ''bang bang''!


    "Don''t, don''t smash it, there is something to say!"


    Seeing that the restaurant he had worked so hard to run was smashed into a mess, the old man immediately became heartbroken and anxious. It''s a pity that he is old and frail, and there are these black strong men''s opponents. As soon as he went up to protect his only property, he was pushed to the ground by a tall black man.


    "What are you doing, stop!"


    The straightforward Chen Zhen stood up first, followed by Guo Shouyun. After all, he is still a serious Chinese at heart, and at this time, of course, he can''t watch his compatriots be bullied.


    "Huangpi~pig, I advise you to be honest. Don''t make trouble for yourself!"


    Looking at the disdainful eyes of the black strong man, listening to the insulting words in his mouth. Chen Zhen, who was already full of anger, immediately exploded. Without saying a word, he picked up the beer bottle on the table that the two of them had finished drinking, and smashed it at the strong man.


    Because of the sudden incident, and the strong man did not expect that he would dare to fight back when the advantages and disadvantages of the two sides were so obvious, so he didn''t have time to hide, and was smashed on the head by Chen Zhenyi''s wine bottle.


    I have to say that Chen Zhen is really ruthless.


    With a ''bang'', the black strong man''s head was broken, and blood soaked half of his face at once. But this black guy''s physique is really good, and he hasn''t fallen down yet.


    "Kill them to death for me!"


    As the voice full of rage sounded, the surrounding black people rushed up.


    Seeing that a fight was inevitable, Guo Shouyun was also unceremonious. He kicked down a short and sturdy black man who was closest to him, and then took the wine bottle on the table and took the initiative to greet him.


    Although he is tall and looks a little thin, as the main guard of the Stanford University basketball team, his physical fitness exceeds that of most ordinary people. And in the United States, as a yellow race, he was often bullied by his white classmates when he was a child. In order to protect himself, he practiced some free kicks in middle school. Although his level is not very high, with his physical fitness, he is usually enough to deal with three or four people.


    The black leader obviously didn''t expect Guo Shouyun, who looked thin despite his tall stature, to be so fierce. In just a few minutes, he hit his three brothers like a flock of sheep.


    But in the end, two fists are invincible to four hands, and a good tiger can''t stand a pack of wolves. Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen add up to two people, and there are at least eight black people around. After six or seven minutes of "crackling" between the two sides, the two of them were all covered in paint. Guo Shouyun was almost there, only his elbows and thighs were beaten with blood. Chen Zhen was much worse, the corners of his mouth and nose were broken.


    Guo Shouyun wanted to help him, but he could not protect himself. After seeing that he was more powerful, at least five black people fought around him. If he hadn''t wisely chosen the corner of the wall and protected his back, I''m afraid he would have fallen.


    "father��!"


    Just when Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen defended more and attacked less, and UU reading gradually couldn''t support it. A thunderous roar suddenly exploded in his ears.


    Before Guo Shouyun could react, he saw a strong black man who was besieging him with a broken stool leg, and flew out with an extraordinarily loud scream.


    "You **** bastards!  �� bang bang!"


    With the angry voice, in Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen''s unbelievable eyes, the eight black men who had been beaten up just now were like bowling **** that were thrown away, and they were neatly swept away in just a few seconds. knocked to the ground.


    "Father, are you alright?"


    "It''s okay, thanks to Chen Zhen and this descendant, or else my father''s old life would have to be explained here today!"


    The old man slowly stood up with his help.


    "thank you all!"


    "you are welcome!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head as he looked at the tall man who was half a head taller than him, under dark blue overalls with a little smudge, unable to hide his strong muscles. Then he turned around and walked a few steps, and helped Chen Zhen, who was sitting on the ground with porcelain teeth grinning.


    "Are you all right?"


    Looking at the miserable Chen Zhen, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but feel a little worried.


    "Oh...it''s okay!"


    Although his face looked like he was dying of pain, this guy still clenched his teeth.


    "you��!"


    Just as the tall and strong man was about to speak, a harsh siren sounded outside. Not long after, two white police officers in uniforms walked in.


    When they received the alarm, they thought it was just a small matter such as a fight, but when they walked into the restaurant, they saw eight black people lying on the ground not knowing whether they were dead or alive, and their faces showed panic at the same time. After looking at each other, they unanimously pulled out the police gun from his waist.

 Chapter 20： 1st time for 2 people

    Chapter 20 The first time for two people


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    "Put your hands up, don''t move!"


    "Old Guo, raise your hands. The guns in the hands of these British police are real guys." Chen Zhen reminded quickly.


    In fact, without his reminder, Guo Shouyun also knew. After all, his predecessor grew up in the United States, and the American policeman wore a pair of trousers with his British cousin.


    Seeing that Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen both raised their hands in cooperation, the two policemen were somewhat relieved.


    "And you!"


    Under the urging of Mr. Hua, the burly man who was robbed and pointed at raised his hands reluctantly.


    Seeing that the situation at the scene was under control, the younger of the two policemen began to take out the walkie-talkie to call for support. Then the older policeman squatted down and checked the black people who fell on the ground, and found that they were not dead, but their faces were obviously relaxed after they passed out.


    It''s the same at home and abroad, as long as there are no dead people, it''s not a big case.


    "You beat all these people?"


    The older policeman who put down his gun glanced at Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen who were covered in blood and asked.


    "I beat them, they are all rascals!"


    The burly man took the initiative to stand up, but unfortunately his English was not very good, and the two policemen were confused by the mixed Chinese and English spoken language.


    "What did you say?"


    "Officer, these guys are all the hooligans in the neighborhood. While we were eating, they came in to rob the father and son. We fought them out of the righteousness. Oh, yes. My name is Zhen Chen, and I''m Oxford. A student of the University''s Law School, this is Shouyun Guo from Stanford University in the United States!"


    With that said, Chen Zhen took out his student ID card from his pocket.


    Wherever one is, knowledge and cultivation are one of the criteria for a person''s respectability. It''s similar to how the country will take a high look at the students graduating from Tsinghua University and Peking University. In the UK, Oxford and Cambridge graduates have an equally prominent place in the hearts of Britons.


    Therefore, after reading Chen Zhen''s student ID card, the alertness in the eyes of the older policeman has obviously faded a lot.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t bring his Stanford student ID card this time, but he brought his own passport. If you have American nationality, you can eat in the UK as well.


    "You have to go back to the police station with us to make a record!"


    After reading their respective documents, the police basically believed their words.


    "...Barton, call an ambulance here!"


    "OK!"


    The young police officer nodded and quickly got in touch with the police headquarters.


    It didn''t take long for the supporting police force and ambulance to arrive.


    The black people who fell on the ground were all carried into the car for treatment. Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen were also taken to the side for treatment. Because they were all skin injuries, they cleaned up the blood stains, put some medicine, and wrapped the wounds. It was almost the same. . Chen Zhen is more serious than Guo Shouyun, but he doesn''t need to be hospitalized.


    "Hey bro, you all know Chinese Kung Fu?"


    The first young police officer Patton, after seeing that the scene was almost dealt with, took the initiative to walk up to Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen, shook his body, punched a few times in the air, and asked with great interest.


    Guo Shouyun, who grew up in the United States, understands these white ghosts'' interest in Chinese Kung Fu, so he shrugged, "I know a little bit, but I''m not proficient, otherwise I wouldn''t be beaten so badly!"


    "Cool! Two to eight, you''ve beaten eight black ghosts!"


    When Guo Shouyun and the two were dealing with Patton, a young British policeman who had an infinite passion for Chinese kung fu, other British policemen on the side were also conducting on-site investigation and evidence collection.


    "Charles, I don''t understand what they''re saying!"


    The female police officer who was taking notes for the Fahrenheit father and son really couldn''t understand the excited and stumbling English of the two. After a while, she shrugged helplessly at her immediate superior behind.


    "Would you like them to help translate it?"


    Charles Li, looked at Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen who were chatting with his subordinates, and looked at the Fahrenheit father and son who were dressed in clean clothes and had no blood stains, and shook his head after a little thought.


    "Judging from the situation at the scene, it has little to do with them, so you don''t need to bring them back to the bureau!"


    He has already obtained the doctor''s diagnosis report. The eight black people are only in a coma, and there is no serious injury except for the soft tissue contusion. So, this is basically a fight caused by robbery, not a big case. Charles didn''t want to make too much noise. After all, in addition to the eight social idlers with criminal records, there are two college students from the world''s top universities, and most importantly, they are foreigners.


    "Close the team and bring them back to the bureau temporarily!" Charles said.


    Seeing that Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen were taken into a police car after treating their wounds, the man who shot before was anxious.


    "I beat them, grab me!"


    The surrounding police couldn''t understand his stumbling English. So after just a few glances at him, there was no movement. Compared with the miserable Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen, he has no blood on his body. Although he is tall and strong, there are many people in the UK who are 1.9 meters tall and strong, so it did not attract the police. of suspicion.


    "Can I have a word with him?"


    Guo Shouyun said.


    "faster!"


    The young policeman who admired his Chinese kung fu nods.


    After agreeing, Guo Shouyun got out of the car and walked to the strong man.


    "You should be Hua Lei, right?"


    The tall man nodded gratefully, "You have already helped us a lot, we can''t let you suffer anymore...!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted him.


    "We just went back and made a record, and we can get out by paying the bail at most. It''s not a big problem. But it''s a mess here, and someone needs to clean it up. Moreover, the old man was obviously frightened just now, and he needs someone to accompany him to take care of him. As a human being Son, you''d better stay here."


    Hearing this, Hua Lei glanced at the pale old father behind him with a look of panic in his eyes, and a look of hesitation appeared on his face.


    "But...but it bothers you so much, I feel bad about it!"


    There was a deep sense of guilt on the face of this simple and tall man.


    "No. We are all Chinese, and we should help each other abroad!" Guo Shouyun said naturally.


    Although his identity and experience represent that he is Chinese with American nationality. But in his bones, he is still the Chinese Guo Shouyun who was born in a mountain village in Lu Province!


    "Okay, go take care of your father. I''ll come back to taste his old man''s craftsmanship in a few days!"


    Hua Lei nodded hesitantly.


    After smiling and patting his forearm, Guo Shouyun turned around and got into the police car and sat beside Chen Zhen.


    "never mind!"


    "That''s good, oh, it hurts me!" After Chen Zhen''s expression relaxed, he suddenly shouted with a grin.


    After cleaning up, police cars and ambulances left the Chinese residential area in East London.


    When they came to the nearest police station, the two took notes separately. The two people who had communicated in the car for a long time insisted that they were brave. In addition, eight black people have a history of theft, fighting, and all minor injuries. Therefore, the police are not prepared to investigate further. But you can''t let them go so easily.


    "Don''t worry, I''ve already called and someone will bail us out soon!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. He didn''t know who broke his mobile phone during the fight in the restaurant, and now the fragments of the mobile phone are still there. Therefore, after being unable to contact Christopher Ritter, the only person he knew in the UK, UU reading could only rely on Chen Zhen.


    "Seriously, Lao Guo, I didn''t expect you to be able to fight. If it wasn''t for you, I''d be killed by those black ghosts just now!"


    "I practiced some free kicks in middle school. I was the main defender of the school basketball team in college! However, if I can play, the Hua Lei just now is really good. In less than five seconds, I still haven''t reacted. Well, all eight of them were brought down by him!"


    Before Hua Lei''s toughness not only impressed Guo Shouyun, but even Chen Zhen still remembered it fresh.


    "When we go out this time, buddy will also find a kung fu master to practice!"


    Looking at Chen Zhen''s determined expression, Guo Shouyun did not have the same idea in his heart. People are the same, only after seeing their own weakness will they have a strong desire to become strong.


    "Hey, that''s right. It''s the first time I''ve been squatting in more than 20 years! And it''s still in the UK!"


    Looking at Chen Zhen with excitement on his face, Guo Shouyun shook his head helplessly. Although this is the first time in his two lifetimes that he has been in prison, there is nothing to be happy about.


    "Come out, your bail is here!"


    Not long after, Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen were released.


    "Junior, why are you coming so slowly?"


    With Chen Zhen complaining, but actually excited voice. Guo Shouyun noticed a young man who was wearing a dark coat and black-rimmed glasses not far away.


    "If I had known you were complaining, I should have called Zhou Ya and asked her to bail you out!"


    Li Chengjun pushed the glasses on the bridge of his nose and said calmly.


    "Don''t, if I let that big mouth know, I''ll be miserable when I go home this time!"

 Chapter 21： bail

    Chapter 21 Bail


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    "Who is this��?"


    Li Chengjun''s eyes focused on Guo Shouyun who was walking behind.


    "This is the Guo Shouyun I mentioned to you on the phone. Chinese-American, with a master''s degree in computer science from Stanford University, a bachelor''s degree in economics and history, a super scholar who got three degrees at the age of nineteen; now he is starting his own business in Silicon Valley. , Niu X?!" Chen Zhen hugged Guo Shouyun''s shoulder, showing off and admiring him.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s youthful face, Li Chengjun''s pupils shrank, and at the same time he stretched out his right hand.


    "It''s an honor to meet such a genius as Mr. Guo!"


    Li Chengjun thought that Guo Shouyun was Chinese and could not speak Chinese, so he used English. Moreover, his spoken English is very good, very authentic London accent.


    After briefly shaking hands with the other party, Guo Shouyun smiled in his standard Mandarin: "You''re welcome! I''m not a genius, I just work harder than ordinary people!"


    After reading a lot of chicken soup articles in later generations, Guo Shouyun is also a little poisoned now. Coupled with the short rebirth time, many of his previous life habits have not changed.


    But I have to say, it''s pretty decent.


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to speak Mandarin so well!"


    This is really beyond Li Chengjun''s expectations.


    "You two, you must pay a bail of 5,000 pounds each. Moreover, you are not allowed to leave London for half a month, keep your mobile phone switched on, and be summoned by the police at any time. In addition, if your previous testimony is true, you can Prosecute those who beat you!"


    After letting the three of them communicate briefly, the police next to him started talking.


    "Is there a problem? If there is no problem, sign here and you can go!"


    "I lost my phone, it will take time to re-apply!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    The police looked at Guo Shouyun''s previous transcript.


    "Are you staying at the Waldorf Astoria Hilton now?"


    "Yes!"


    "We''ll call the hotel customer service and ask them to communicate on their behalf!"


    "Then I''m fine!"


    "I''m fine!"


    Chen Zhen shook his head.


    "Please sign here!"


    After the two nodded, signed their names respectively, and after paying the bail, they left the police station together.


    "Old Guo, let''s go!"


    "No, the Waldorf Astoria where I live is in two directions from Oxford. I''d better take a taxi back! And you are more seriously injured than me, so you should go back to rest early!" Guo Shouyun shook his head and refused.


    "Alright then!" After hesitating for a while, Chen Zhen nodded, "Remember to contact me!"


    "Um!"


    After watching Chen Zhen leave, Guo Shouyun left the police station, stopped a taxi and returned to the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. After a whole night of tossing and bruising, Guo Shouyun, who was already tired, didn''t even take a shower, so he fell asleep early.


    When I woke up the next day, because my physical fitness was good and I was young, most of the pain on my body had disappeared. But the wounds on the forehead and arms take time to heal. He had planned to visit Buckingham Palace and the famous Westminster Abbey today. But looking at his current appearance, let''s forget it.


    Called room service after breakfast. I opened my notebook, checked my mailbox, and after replying to the email from the company, I sat in a chair and started writing my novel.


    In his previous life, he was used to this kind of work, and he didn''t feel anything. But in the afternoon, there was a knock on his door unexpectedly.


    "Christopher? Why are you here?"


    Looking at Christopher Ritter who appeared outside the door, Guo Shouyun was surprised.


    "You can''t get through on the phone, so I can only come here in person! But what''s wrong with your face?"


    "Last night, I saw ''a hooligan harassing a young girl, I''m doing my best to be righteous''!" Maybe it was a habit, Guo Shouyun said something famous on the Internet, but looking at Christopher''s confused face, he changed the subject with a smile. .


    "Why, have you read all my books?"


    When it comes to books, Christopher Ritter''s attention turns to the things he cares most about.


    "It''s over. Pirates of the Caribbean and Fantastic Beasts Are There are excellent!" After a pause, his excited expression suddenly became tangled, "But was it really you who wrote Fifty Shades of Grey?"


    After letting him into the room and closing the door, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Any questions?"


    "Bruce, seriously. "Fifty Shades of Grey" is far worse in literary value and storytelling than "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them". Once published, those critical book reviewers will definitely spare no effort to blame you !" Christopher Ritter said after considering the language.


    After listening, Guo Shouyun nodded unexpectedly. Literati are light, and it is the same in any country. Moreover, the SM novel "Fifty Shades of Grey" is indeed too straightforward.


    "I understand, but I''m still young. Young people occasionally make mistakes and their state fluctuates. Isn''t it normal?" Guo Shouyun poured a glass of mineral water and handed it to Christopher.


    After saying thank you, I took it and took a sip.


    "For the publication of "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them", I will ask Rowling and some well-known publishers to do the preface, but I am afraid no one will want to "Fifty Shades of Grey"!"


    A celebrity preface can increase the popularity and sales of the book, and the effect is similar to advertising. Guo Shouyun is not surprised.


    "Forget about Fifty Shades of Grey! Just let the publisher publish it!"


    In fact, among the three sets of books, Guo Shouyun is most confident in "Fifty Shades of Grey". This once sold a set in 2 seconds. In less than two years, more than 100 million copies were published worldwide, exceeding the sum of the "Harry Potter" series. The profit of Random House, the world''s largest publisher, jumped directly in 2012. 76% of the super best sellers.


    "I understand!" After nodding, Christopher Ritter took out the manuscript of the book that Guo Shouyun left yesterday from his briefcase, "I made some changes after reading these three sets of books. Take a look. , if it is appropriate, make a mark. If it is not appropriate, skip it, or write the revision comments, remember to use a red pen.��


    Publishing agents are professionals with profound literary accomplishment and a good sense of the market. In addition to helping authors get better terms from publishers. Proofreading manuscripts and suggesting revisions is also one of the responsibilities of publishing agents.


    Guo Shouyun nodded when he looked at the three sets of manuscripts that had obviously been flipped through a lot.


    "I''ll read it as soon as possible and give you my opinion!"


    "That''s good. I''ll go first, it''s not an easy task to get all three sets published in a week."


    "I send you!"


    "Um! ... By the way, you can use this phone, UU Reading , and return it to me after you finish it!"


    Having said that, Christopher took out a Nokia mobile phone from his pocket and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    "What about yourself?"


    "I have another one. I use this one at work. If you don''t want to be harassed, it''s best not to answer unfamiliar calls."


    After nodding in understanding, Guo Shouyun, who happened to lack a mobile phone, was not polite. Signed a contract, and Christopher Ritter, his publishing agent, can count on his cronies.


    "Bruce! I understand young people are full of energy, but it''s easy to get into trouble with other people''s jealousy. Besides, once these three sets of books are published, you will soon become a cultural celebrity, so pay attention to maintaining a good image of yourself. It''s good to sell."


    Looking at Christopher Ritter, who blinked, teasing and admonishing on his face, Guo Shouyun, who knew he would be wrong, couldn''t help twitching the corners of his mouth.


    But he didn''t refute it, and it wasn''t a big deal. Not worth wasting saliva.


    "Understood, don''t worry!"


    "Then I''ll go first, remember to call me if you have anything!"


    "Wait a moment!"


    Thinking of something, Guo Shouyun quickly stopped Christopher Ritter who was about to go out, and then quickly ran back to his bedroom, running out with a note in his hand.


    "This is my email address. If you can''t get through to the phone in the future, just send me an email!"


    "Understood!"


    After taking a look, Christopher nodded, turned and left the room.


    After watching his back disappear, Guo Shouyun closed the door, picked up Christopher''s revised manuscript, and sat on the sofa in the living room to read it.

 Chapter 22： different brain circuits

    Chapter 22: Different Brain Circuits


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    After leaving the hotel where Guo Shouyun was staying and returning to the car, after some thought, Christopher Ritter took out another mobile phone of his own. After searching the phone book, he found a familiar number and dialed it.


    "Barry, do you have time?"


    "Christopher, my time is always reserved for you."


    A somewhat hoarse voice came from it.


    Christopher Ritter smiled. Since "Harry Potter" became a hit all over the world, he has become the most popular celebrity that major publishers around the world want to make friends with.


    "Okay, I''ll go to your office now! Also, I want to drink that 90-year-old Roman��e Conti bottle that you kept!"


    "Oh, Christopher! You greedy ''Sherlock'', that''s the treasure I bought from Christie''s for ��80,000!" If Rowling''s fifth Harry Potter book is sold to me, I''d love to show you my proudest wine collection!"


    "Rowling is still in the process of creating the fifth part of "Harry Potter". But this work will not disappoint you!" Christopher Ritter said to himself.


    "Oh? It seems that you have a new harvest!"


    "Barry, I''m driving to you right now. I''ll be there in about twenty minutes." Christopher didn''t answer directly.


    "Christopher, I''m going to wake up the red wine! When you come, we must have a good drink!"


    "See you then!"


    "See you soon!"


    ��


    "Romane Conti wines are always so captivating!"


    After gulping down the fuchsia wine in the goblet, Christopher Ritter sighed and looked at Barry Cunningham, who was indifferent, still focusing on the three novels.


    "Three hours, Barry. While that''s not enough time for you to finish three good books, with your level of expertise as a Bloomsbury editor, it''s enough time for you to make a review of them. A relatively fair evaluation." After speaking, Christopher put down the glass and his eyes became sharp, "Now, should we talk?"


    Hearing this, Barry Cunningham sighed and nodded. Although we are all close friends, we all have to do business for the sake of our own interests.


    "Christopher, "Pirates of the Caribbean" and this "Fantastic Beasts There", we at Bloomsbury are willing to buy the copyright, and we are willing to pay 50,000 pounds for the copyright fee, and give 8% of the sales. .But this ''Fifty Shades of Grey''... doesn''t fit the style of our publishing house!"


    Looking at the three manuscripts of "Fifty Shades of Grey" pushed out by Barry Cunningham, Christopher Ritter couldn''t help frowning.


    "Barry, we''ve known each other for five years. Don''t put me off if you''re dealing with outsiders! ...Bloomsbury''s main business is paperback bestsellers and children''s books. I don''t think Fifty Shades of Grey "There''s something inappropriate there!"


    Seeing his old friend''s serious expression, Barry Cunningham sighed.


    "Christopher, with all due respect. This set of Fifty Shades of Grey is like a third-rate **** novel written by a third-rate writer at a Notting Hill stall for sale to the homeless and eccentric. I really don''t think so. It has any market! Also, how could you possibly sign such a novel to your name at your level?"


    Looking at Barry''s unbelievable expression, Christopher also had words of suffering. He can''t help it, who told him to put up such a weird author?


    Recalling his interest in "Fifty Shades of Grey" in his two exchanges with Guo Shouyun, Christopher Ritter said again: "Barry, can this set of "Fifty Shades of Grey" really not be published? "


    "Christopher, you know. I''m not alone in Bloomsbury. Even if I signed it today for your sake, Rosa, who runs marketing, wouldn''t pass it. You know, she''s a big admirer of the Iron Fist Lady." Barry Cunningham spread his hands helplessly.


    Rosa Mond, Christopher is no stranger. The marketing manager of Bloomsbury Publishing House is a loyal admirer of the former British Prime Minister "Iron Lady" Margaret Thatcher, who believes in strict and formalized management and has a tough personality. If this set of "Fifty Shades of Grey" was put in front of her, Christopher had no doubt that this ruthless middle-aged woman would satirize herself mercilessly, and then threw the manuscript under her feet.


    Christopher, who couldn''t think of a good solution for a while, said after a moment of silence, "Barry, these three sets of books are temporarily placed with you. After you read it, if you change your mind, call me again!"


    "Okay!" Barry Cunningham nodded, "but you better not get your hopes up for this set of "Fifty Shades of Grey"!"


    "I know." After nodding, Christopher stood up, "I''m leaving first!"


    "I send you!"


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    The next day, after reading Christopher Ritter''s revised manuscript and processing it, he came to Ritter Publishing Economics again with the revised manuscript.


    Christopher Ritter''s attention, however, was clearly not on these manuscripts.


    "Bruce, can "Fifty Shades of Grey" be published separately from "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Go"?" Christopher Ritter couldn''t help asking after hesitating.


    "why?"


    Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "From yesterday to now, I have contacted six major UK publishers including Bloomsbury and Random House. They are all willing to give superior prices for Pirates of the Caribbean and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Conditions. But what they say about Fifty Shades of Grey...!"


    Christopher Ritter shook his head with a wry smile.


    Although he didn''t finish speaking, the meaning of the words has been clearly expressed. However, Guo Shouyun was not surprised by this. In later generations, "Fifty Shades of Grey" first became popular on the Internet before the copyright was bought by Random House, and then it became popular all over the world.


    Now without this procedure, in the eyes of the old-fashioned editors of the publishing house with profound literary literacy, "Fifty Shades of Grey" is really just a heavy-duty S~M erotic~ **** novel, which cannot be on the table.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who was in deep thought, Christopher hesitated.


    "Bruce, I think it will be relatively easy to publish Fifty Shades of Grey after Pirates of the Caribbean and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and you''re a well-known author!"


    "Christopher, how many sales do you think "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" would get if they were published?" Guo Shouyun asked irrefutably.


    Combining his years of professional knowledge and thinking about it, Christopher said cautiously: "Pirates of the Caribbean can sell at least 2 million copies worldwide within a year, and Fantastic Beasts Are There at least 8 million copies!"


    Apparently Christopher is more confident in the market for Fantastic Beasts There, which is linked to Harry Potter.


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Pirates of the Caribbean is priced at $45 for three volumes, and 2 million copies is $90 million. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is $20, and 8 million is $1.60. As an author, I can get up to 15% of royalties, That''s 250 million x 15%, which is about $37.5 million. Deduct your 5% commission and 35% personal income tax, and I get $22.5 million! . . . Chris, am I right?"


    Although Christopher Ritter does not know what the purpose of Guo Shouyun''s calculation is. But he still frowned slightly, staring at Guo Shouyun who looked calm and nodded.


    "Since you agree, then if I borrow 10 million pounds from you for the next year''s sales of these two (books) books, you shouldn''t object? ... Don''t worry, I will pay you more according to the rules. 4.5% interest.��


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, who made the promise, and what he just said, Christopher Ritter was stunned by his extraordinary brain circuit.


    "Bruce, you''re not serious, are you?"


    "Do you think I''m joking?"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s serious expression, Christopher shook his head with a wry smile after he was convinced that he was really not joking.


    "Bruce, I really wonder if the person sitting in front of me is an up-and-coming writer? Or a philistine businessman who cares about everything?"


    "I''m both a writer and a businessman!"


    Christopher Reiter nodded, and after pondering for a moment, he shook his head.


    "Bruce, I understand the future of "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them", and you can''t ask too much. But I''m just a well-known publishing broker, not a capital tycoon on Wall Street in New York and the City of London, ��10 million is a bit too much for me!"


    Guo Shouyun is not surprised by this. Of course, the negotiation must raise the price higher at the beginning to make a counter-offer.


    "Then ��8 million! . . . Christopher, as the agent of the worldwide bestseller Harry Potter, you won''t even be able to come up with that amount of money, will you?"


    Christopher rolled his eyes at Guo Shouyun''s words.


    "Bruce, Harry Potter sells well, but as a publishing agent I only get 5% of Rowling''s royalties. Also, who keeps a lot of cash in a bank account?"


    "Then how much can I borrow?"


    "Three million pounds!" Christopher said after thinking for a while.


    "6 million! Christopher, you are my agent, we are grasshoppers tied to a rope. I am in trouble, you should help in time."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who didn''t let go, Christopher Ritter gritted his teeth and said, "5 million, I can lend you 5 million pounds. But first tell me what you want to do with this money?"


    Seeing him give in, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "It''s very simple. Since there is no publishing house willing to publish "Fifty Shades of Grey", then I will buy a publishing house and publish it myself!"


    If it weren''t for the $80 million that he had borrowed from Citibank, all of it had been put on the football lottery. Why would he want to borrow money from Christopher!

 Chapter 23： come for profit

    Chapter 23 Came for Profit


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    "You''re a crazy guy!"


    After staring at Guo Shouyun for a moment, Christopher couldn''t help saying.


    "Only a lunatic and a paranoid can succeed, right!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    In fact, Guo Shouyun is not too concerned about whether "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Where are the Fantastic Beasts" and "Fifty Shades of Grey" can be successfully published in the UK. What he really likes is Christopher Ritter and J.K. Rowling, who he represents. He is coveting the "Harry Potter" film and television rights in the hands of Rowling, as well as a series of peripheral rights. This is a super bestseller that has created $23 billion in revenue over two decades and will continue to create wealth for years to come!


    You know, many world-class companies do not have a market capitalization of $23 billion. Therefore, when this opportunity was put in front of him after rebirth, Guo Shouyun secretly made up his mind to work hard no matter whether he succeeded or not. This is also the only purpose for him to fly to England in person besides gambling.


    According to Guo Shouyun''s pre-made plan, the first step is to win Christopher''s favor. For a publishing agent, a good book happens to be the biggest and most irresistible temptation!


    Now, from his willingness to lend himself money and the importance he expressed in several contacts, Guo Shouyun understands that he has basically got this key person who can get him close to Rowling. If so, are Pirates of the Caribbean, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and Fifty Shades of Grey coming soon? Is it published in the UK? Don''t be in such a hurry!


    The only pity is that without the guarantee of post-published results, he originally planned to borrow money from publishers to gamble on football, and his idea of ??earning more money was probably going to fail.


    "Are you really going to self-publish?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Don''t worry, Christopher. The commission you deserve won''t be less than a penny. Also, if you want to invest in the publishing house, I''m welcome."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s expression, Christopher Ritter finally determined that he was not joking with himself. After a moment of rapid rotation in my mind.


    "What about Pirates of the Caribbean and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them?"


    "Of course the fattest meat must be left to us to eat!" After a pause, a thought flashed in his eyes, Guo Shouyun suddenly said in a tempting tone, "Christopher, relying only on the 5% commission from the publishing agent, You''ll never be a billionaire. But it''s not the same if you join ''Thornbird Publishing''. With the content provided by me and Rowling, as a senior partner, you can easily reap big profits! To At that time, you will become a guest of the major investment institutions on Wall Street and the Financial City, and truly step into the upper class!"


    The social experience of the past few decades tells Guo Shouyun that to convince a person, the most important thing is not to put forward a lot of reasons, but to make him fully and deeply realize that you stand by him, think about him, and can give He brings the most real benefits!


    Looking at Christopher''s increasingly hot eyes after thinking, Guo Shouyun knew that he was tempted. In fact, whoever changed it would not be tempted. Because, the quality of "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Fantastic Beasts", and "Harry Potter" is the best guarantee. As an experienced publishing agent, Christopher knows their market value.


    "Thorn Bird Publishing Company? Bruce, it seems that you have already made up your mind to bring me in!"


    After taking a deep breath, Christopher stared at the front of his eyes with a smile, not like an ordinary author at all, but more like a young man with a shrewd businessman.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, he just thought of this name temporarily. However, since Christopher misunderstood, it is also a misunderstanding, and it is not a big deal.


    "So you agreed?"


    "I want 30% of the shares!"


    After thinking for a moment, Christopher''s eyes were full of light.


    "Good work, Christopher!"


    Guo Shouyun stood up and stretched out his right hand towards him.


    After the two simply shook hands, "What are you going to do?"


    "My ��5m plus your ��1.5m is ��6.5m. Plus we can lend at least another ��4m from the bank so we can buy a mid-sized publishing company in the US. You do the company CEO!"


    Christopher nodded thoughtfully, and soon he frowned again.


    "Then my publishing company...?"


    "Transfer it. As the owner of a publishing company, it is not suitable for you to be a publishing agent!"


    Publishing brokers are the bridge between publishers and authors, and their greatest responsibility is to win their own interests from publishers for vulnerable authors. But if the publishing agent becomes the publisher, it will undoubtedly lose the role of the bridge.


    "I think we can pull Rowling in!"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun was overjoyed and secretly said, "It''s what you''re waiting for!"


    "So, now we should make a trip to Exeter!"


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    Located on the banks of the River Exeter, with a population of 110,000, Exeter is a famous historical and cultural city in the United Kingdom, as well as the county seat of Devon, where the Devon County Council is also located.


    The University of Exeter, located here, is the UK''s top comprehensive research university and a member of the Russell University Group in the UK. World-class research in many disciplines, including anthropology, anthropology and exercise science. It was also named by The Times as the most beautiful university in the UK!


    J.K. Rowling, who became popular because of "Harry Potter", is one of its most famous alumni. And, in 2000, at the invitation of the University''s management, Rowling stayed here after being awarded a Doctor of Letters by the University of Exeter.


    "It''s such an old and beautiful place, and so quiet!"


    Sitting in the car, watching the scenery passing by the window, Guo Shouyun not only sighed.


    "At first, Rowling chose to settle here because it was picturesque and quiet, which is very suitable for writing. Of course, the University of Exeter is also one of the reasons."


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun continued: "Christopher, what kind of person is Rowling?"


    "The temper is mild and plain, the character is tough and strong, and it has a strong subjective consciousness!" Christopher Ritter said after thinking about it.


    The translation of this sentence is ''soft on the outside and rigid on the inside'', which is strong in principle!


    After having a general understanding in his heart, Guo Shouyun already had a rough plan for how to get along with J.K. Rowling.


    "It''s here, it''s here!"


    As Christopher looked at it, a place surrounded by a half-person-high wooden fence, two oak trees were planted in the yard, and the walls covered with vines were piled with stones. A typical English building with a bit of quaint temperament appeared in the yard. in his eyes.


    Asking the driver to park the car on the side of the road, Christopher and Guo Shouyun pushed open the door and walked down.


    "Rowling should be at home at this time, let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, followed behind Christopher, and walked into this two-storey English-style building that was not luxurious, but contained historical memories with his carefully prepared gifts.


    Crossing the road paved with moss-covered flagstones at the corner, and walking to the entrance hall, Christopher rang the doorbell. It didn''t take long for footsteps from far to near came from inside.


    "Crack...!"


    With the not harsh sound of the door, a man with golden shawl and long hair, wearing a black close-fitting long-sleeved T-shirt, a light brown scarf wrapped around his neck and casually put it on his chest, and a loose light brown shirt. A middle-aged woman with gray trousers and a pair of blue shoes appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Rowling!"


    "Hi Christopher!"


    The two hugged each other with smiles on their faces. UU reading www. uukanshu. com


    "Is Neil at home?"


    "He went to school for class and hasn''t come back yet!"


    "I brought his favorite Bordeaux this time!"


    "Drinking is not a good thing, Christopher!"


    While speaking, Rowling let Christopher and his party into the house.


    "Rowling, don''t be so serious. Or Neil will be scared off by you! ... Oh, right. Let me introduce you, this is Bruce Guo from America. Also a very good writer. , and still your loyal fan!"


    After noticing that the other party was looking at him, Guo Shouyun took the initiative to stretch out his right hand.


    "Hello, Ms. Rowling! I''m a Harry Potter fan and you''ve created a great novel!"


    Ancient and modern Chinese and foreign, no matter men, women and children, no one does not like to be complimented. Human nature is like that, and so is Rowling of course.


    "thanks!"


    Shaking hands with Bruce, Rowling accepted the compliment generously.


    "Please sit down! ... What would you like to drink?"


    "I''m still the same, a cup of coffee!" Christopher Ritter was also polite.


    "I want a glass of water!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Rowling nodded and walked into the kitchen on the side.


    Guo Shouyun took a brief look. After this living room was made of thick wood and full of classical European style, he gave Christopher a wink next to him. The latter nodded knowingly. After he made up his mind to join Guo Shouyun''s publishing company, Christopher himself had already proposed La Lorraine to join the company, and he had formulated a series of plans without any need for his words.


    This further made Guo Shouyun understand. No matter what time, it is the most real interests that can move people the most and change a person the most!

 Chapter 24： where are the fantastic beasts

    Chapter 24 Where are the Fantastic Beasts


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    "Coffee, water!"


    "thanks!"


    After saying thanks, Guo Shouyun took the cup.


    "Rowling, did you know? Bruce is not just fond of "Harry Potter", he has written a new novel closely related to "Harry Potter", and the content is very exciting!"


    "Oh?"


    After successfully arousing the curiosity of the other party, Christopher took out the re-bound manuscript from his briefcase and handed it over.


    "Where are Fantastic Beasts?"


    After seeing the name, Rowling couldn''t help showing surprise on her face. She was all too familiar with the name. In her pen, this is a custom textbook for Hogwarts, and there will be a copy of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them in every wizarding family!


    "Sorry, Ms. Rowling. I really liked your idea of ??Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, so after writing the book, I just used that name. I can change it again if you mind! "Guo Shouyun said apologetically.


    Rowling shook her head and said nothing. Her attention has been completely drawn to the content of the novel.


    This classic film, which has won more than 800 million box office in the world in later generations, undoubtedly shows its charm under Guo Shouyun''s delicate writing.


    Moreover, the producer of this film is Rowling herself. Although it is more than ten years later, the wonderful content in it can still firmly attract this talented woman who created the magical world of "Harry Potter"!


    After noticing the change in Rowling''s expression, Guo Shouyun and Christopher looked at each other, and wisely did not interrupt. It was not until three hours later that the entrance door was pushed open, and a middle-aged white man with a medium stature and a refined temperament walked in.


    "Rowling? ... Christopher, are you here?"


    The visitor hung his coat on the hanger next to him and walked over with a smile.


    "Neil, you''re back!"


    Christopher took the initiative to stand up to meet him.


    After the two simply embraced, Christopher pointed to Guo Shouyun who was following up.


    "This is Bruce Guo, a brilliant American writer, who came to visit Rowling with me!"


    "Hello, Mr. Murray!"


    "Hello!"


    Neil Murray looked at the young man in front of him, who was somewhat immature, but his eyes were full of vicissitudes, and he held the hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out.


    Guo Shouyun from later generations knew that Rowling had remarried, but she didn''t know who her second husband was. But looking at it now, it is obviously the professor of anesthesiology at the University of Exeter named Neil Murray! However, according to the information provided by Christopher, although the two are currently living together, they are not married yet, which is also common in the West.


    "Is she...?"


    After greeting the two of them, looking at his girlfriend who was still immersed in the book, Neil Murray showed a look of surprise on his face.


    "Neil, hold on a second. I''ll finish it soon!"


    Before Christopher opened his mouth to explain, Rowling was the first to speak.


    The latter nodded and greeted Christopher and Guo Shouyun.


    "Let''s go over there and talk!"


    After glancing at the living room that the latter pointed to not far away, the two nodded. After a group came over, they sat down around the round table.


    "Neil, this time I brought a bottle of top Bordeaux red wine. We must have a good drink at dinner later!" Christopher laughed.


    "The top Bordeaux? Wouldn''t it be the ''Chateau de Lusalis''?"


    Because they were already very familiar friends, Christopher rolled his eyes directly at Neil Murray''s joke.


    "Even if I have money, I can''t buy the noble rot sweet wine of the wine castle of Lusalis!"


    Christopher Ritter is not joking, but anyone who knows anything about Bordeaux wines knows the name ''Chateau de Lysalis''.


    In the famous Bordeaux official rating in 1855, Lusallus was designated as the only super first-class winery, surpassing the current five major wineries including Lafite, Latour and Margaux.


    Michel Serre, academician of the French Academy and a contemporary French philosopher, once praised: "The Chateau de Lysalis does not only belong to the family of Lysalis, it also belongs to France, Europe and the whole world. Just like Chartres Like the Cathedral, Ravel''s Bolero, Monet''s Water Lilies, it belongs to you and it belongs to me."


    Because it is too precious and the output is small, the noble rot sweet wine of ''Lusalus Wine Castle'' is basically not sold in the world, because there are too many orders and the supply is in short supply. Before it could be listed, it was sold out by those aristocratic tycoons.


    "...However, when you and Rowling get married, I will try my best to buy a bottle of ''Lysalis Wine Castle'' Noble Rot Sweet Wine as a gift for your wedding!"


    "Then I''ll say thank you in advance!" After a pause, Neil Murray''s eyes shifted to Guo Shouyun, who was on the side. As the host, he couldn''t ignore the guests out of courtesy.


    "Mr. Guo is American?"


    "Yes, Chinese American!"


    "It''s unbelievable, Mr. Guo is already an excellent writer at a young age!" To impress Rowling and to make Christopher Ritter fancy, even if he has not read Guo Shouyun''s book, Neil Murray can Guess some.


    "Award! Compared to Ms. Rowling, I''m still far behind in writing!"


    Even after receiving Bruce Guo''s memory, Guo Shouyun''s Chinese-style humility in his bones is still difficult to change.


    But young people are humble and make a good impression wherever they go.


    Just when Neil Murray nodded with a smile and was about to say something, Rowling had already walked over with the novel.


    "Mr. Guo, you wrote a very good novel!"


    Great talent is the best way to earn the respect of the elite. Rowling no doubt did the same.


    "You won the prize. In this novel, I borrowed a lot from the setting of "Harry Potter"...!"


    "No!" After interrupting him, Rowling shook her head, "Although I haven''t read it yet, the whole story takes place in the early 20th century. Except for some specific words, this is a completely new fantasy novel. ."


    After a pause, Rowling glanced at Christopher next to her, "If you want Chris to help you publish, there is no problem, you don''t have to ask me for authorization!"


    She thought that Christopher Ritter brought Guo Shouyun and showed her the novel, just to get her authorization and publish it smoothly.


    However, neither Christopher Ritter nor Guo Shouyun meant to correct such a misunderstanding.


    "Rowling, in addition to authorization. Bruce also wants to ask you some questions about the sequel to "Fantastic Beasts"!" Christopher Ritter said.


    The later part of "Fantastic Beasts" is Guo Shouyun''s good excuse to approach Rowling. Although he has seen the movie, he has long known how to write at least the next two "Fantastic Beasts". But at this moment, the biggest role of this novel is to allow him to successfully approach Rowling and win her favor.


    "...In addition, he also has some wonderful ideas for the writing of the fifth and subsequent parts of "Harry Potter", and would like to share with you!"


    "Oh?"


    Rowling was shocked, and her eyes focused on Guo Shouyun''s young face again. Having just watched "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them", she fully believes that Guo Shouyun has the ability to give some useful advice in the writing of "Harry Potter". UU reading


    But just when she was about to speak, she was stopped by Neil Murray.


    "My dear, it''s already half past six in the evening. As hosts, we can''t let the guests go hungry, can''t we? As for literary exchanges, I believe there will be many opportunities in the future!"


    "Yeah, Rowling. Now I''m starving!" Christopher cooperated.


    "Okay! Let''s have dinner first!"


    After hesitating for a while, Rowling nodded.


    With Christopher Ritter threading the needle in the middle, Guo Shouyun, Rowling, and Neil Murray gradually became familiar with each other. Especially during the meal, Guo Shouyun revealed a sentence or two about the follow-up part of "Harry Potter" from time to time, which attracted Rowling''s great interest.


    Therefore, this meal can be described as a joy for the guests and hosts!


    At nine o''clock in the evening, they left from Rowling''s house. On the way back to the hotel by car, Christopher Ritter gave Guo Shouyun a high-five with a smile.


    "The communication on the first day was a complete success. Next, we will see if you can further arouse Rowling''s interest!"


    "Haven''t we found a common topic?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Hehe, that''s right! However, you have to be careful not to make Neil jealous. Otherwise, we''ll be ''self-defeating''!" Christopher explained.


    "Don''t worry, I''ll be careful!" Guo Shouyun frowned and thought for a while, "But to be on the safe side, you''d better find someone to pretend to be my girlfriend temporarily, and then introduce them to them in public. Come on, it''s easier to dispel Neil Murray''s suspicions!"


    After thinking about it for a while, Christopher nodded in agreement.


    "Don''t worry, leave this to me!"

 Chapter 25： celestial being

    Chapter 25: Celestial Transformation


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    After leaving Rowling''s house, Guo Shouyun and Christopher Ritter stayed at a hotel in Exeter. According to their established plan, Guo Shouyun visited Rowling again the next day, while Christopher Ritter flew to the United States with most of his net worth.


    The two have a clear division of labor. Guo Shouyun is responsible for staying in Exeter to win Rowling''s favor, while Christopher Ritter is responsible for acquiring a suitable publishing house.


    In addition to deepening Rowling''s goodwill towards herself with the previously known "Harry Potter" episodes 5, 6 and 7, Guo Shouyun is also paying attention to the 1999-2000 UEFA Champions League final in full swing.


    Although Manchester United, Liverpool and Arsenal stumbled this year, the enthusiasm of British fans for the Champions League remains unabated. In order to experience the legendary British fan culture of later generations, on May 24th, Guo Shouyun deliberately set aside time for the whole night. Walked into a famous local fan bar in Exeter.


    The furnishings in the bar are not much different from the bars that Guo Shouyun has been to in the United States. But on the surrounding walls, you can always see the ''Exeter City'' football team logo.


    The most significant football culture in the UK and Europe is the support of the fans for their hometown teams. Even if it is only the third, fourth, or even lower-level teams, there are also a large number of people in the registration place of this team. Just like now, although the TV shows the situation before the Champions League final, most of the people in the bar are indeed wearing the red and black jerseys of ''Exeter City''!


    "a cup of beer!"


    After sitting down on the high stool in front of the bar, Guo Shouyun greeted the bartender.


    "Okay, sir!"


    The bartender with a red and black plaid triangle scarf filled a large glass of beer and placed it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    After taking a sip, he quickly glanced at the bar and focused on the big TV screen hanging on the wall.


    "Max, who do you think will win this game?"


    A big shirtless man with a beard asked his companion beside him while drinking from a beer mug.


    "Do you need to ask? It must be Real Madrid! They have Raul, Hierro, Redondo and McManaman. The overall strength of the team is much stronger than Valencia."


    "I think Valencia are also very strong. Their goalkeeper, Canizares, is not inferior to Real Madrid''s main goalkeeper, Iker Casillas. In the midfield, Valencia''s flag is their captain Gaeska Gates. Dieta is not inferior to Real Madrid''s midfield core Redondo. The central defender combination of Pellegrino and Ayala, plus Angema, forms the backbone of Valencia''s strong defense. Yesterday''s sky According to the pre-match analysis of the UEFA Champions League by the TV station, this back line allows Valencia to concede second only to Atletico Madrid in La Liga this year, which shows its power. In addition, Valencia also has Angu on the front line. Lo and ''bug'' Lopez. In the previous Champions League semi-final, they overturned the star-studded Barcelona. You know, Barcelona''s strength is not worse than Real Madrid!"


    Fans who often watch football have a good understanding of the lineup of European teams and the powerful stars. In addition, today is the Champions League final, even if it is just to be able to brag and have fun. You should also make a draft in advance before you can come out and watch the game.


    If there is agreement, there will be rebuttal. It is not the home team Exeter City anyway, so the fans in the bar seem to be divided into two groups, one group supports Real Madrid to win, the other group believes that Valencia will be black to the end, following their semi-final. After defeating Barcelona, ??continue to defeat another giant ''Real Madrid'' in La Liga!


    The current European football world has not been seriously eroded by capital, so the strength of the top teams in various countries is still average. Whether it is the Champions League or the UEFA Cup, there will be a popular dark horse appearing almost every year. But after Abrahimovic bought Chelsea in the Premier League for 130 million in 2003, big conglomerates invaded the five major leagues, and European football completely entered the era of capital football and utilitarian football. The wealthy and civilian teams were polarized. At that time, whether it was the Champions League or the UEFA Cup, there would be no dark horses anymore.


    Guo Shouyun sat quietly on the high stool and watched the TV broadcast, but did not join the discussion. Moreover, his Chinese face, crowded among a group of white people, is too abrupt. Except for a few curious glances occasionally, no one came over to talk to him, a stranger.


    With the official start of the UEFA Champions League final broadcast on TV, the bars that were still somewhat free at the beginning were already crowded with fans watching the game. A team sport like football is more enjoyable when you watch it together.


    However, after a lot of people. The boss who acts as a bartender and a waiter who serves wine is already a bit too busy.


    "Molly, come down and help!"


    "Okay, Dad, I''ll be down soon!"


    A young, crisp and graceful voice came from the stairs on the second floor.


    "Rudy, Molly is back?"


    A regular customer among the fans asked the middle-aged white boss who poured wine at the counter.


    "Well! The school is on summer vacation, and I just came back yesterday!"


    The white uncle called Rudy smiled.


    "Molly is the most beautiful rose in our Exeter. I haven''t seen it for half a year. It must be more beautiful than before!"


    "Rudy, my son is the same age as Molly, and he is currently a junior at the University of Exeter Law School. He is tall and handsome, and now he has obtained an internship qualification at the famous Fenwick & Wales law firm. , the future is bright. So, I think he and Molly are a good fit!"


    "Sig, you''d better save yourself. Who didn''t know that your son was involved with that widow named Anne on Rose Street!"


    "Damn it, Nicholas Pars. No one thinks you''re dumb if you don''t speak!"


    With the sound of exasperation, there was a burst of laughter in the already lively bar. However, when a sound of footsteps from far to near came from the stairs. Almost everyone in the bar took their eyes off the TV and looked towards the stairs. Affected by this, Guo Shouyun also turned his attention to the past.


    A white sneaker and fair and slender ankles first appeared in front of Guo Shouyun; followed by a pair of slender, smooth and delicate calves; then, a pale pink over-the-knee dress covered the thighs and inner thighs. Wonderful scenery. As the footsteps moved down, the slender willow waist tightly wrapped by the white tight-fitting long-sleeved t-shirt entered Guo Shouyun''s eyes along with a pair of jade hands with even flesh and bones.


    At this moment, everyone has deep expectations for everything that follows. As a man, Guo Shouyun is no exception. And the beautiful woman who came staggeringly did not disappoint him. Behind a pair of towering breasts, accompanied by a slender jade neck and jade shoulders like a knife, came a white, delicate, extremely beautiful and three-dimensional facial features.


    What is even more rare is that there are no freckles that are common among European and American women in adulthood. In the bright light, her skin looked extremely smooth. Moreover, the other party also has oriental black hair, tied into a simple ponytail, and naturally scattered behind his head.


    Guo Shouyun was surprised that in this tavern in Exeter, he could still see such a pure and fairy-like top beauty. Moreover, judging from the appearance and temperament of the other party, he couldn''t help but think of the Brazilian ''fairy'' Deborah Silva who once caused a sensation in China Internet in later generations! Whether it is temperament or appearance, the two are too similar.


    It''s just that compared to Deborah Silva, the girl who is about 170 in height and should be called Molly is more mature and more glamorous.


    With her appearance, the whole bar seemed to be a little brighter.


    "Molly, look at the counter for me!"


    Rudy Bevin looked at his beautiful daughter, his fat face full of pride. His most cherished baby daughter is not only the most beautiful diamond in the whole of Exeter, but she is also very good academically. UU Kanshu Three years ago, with excellent results, he was admitted to the Oil Painting Department of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts, which has the title of the four major art academies in the world. Just as a junior, he had already held his own solo exhibition in London.


    Now that a year has passed, at the age of 21, I have successfully signed a contract with the world-famous ''Gagosian Gallery''! It is almost foreseeable that in the near future, his precious daughter will become a world-renowned painter and truly enter the upper class.


    Molly Bevan nodded to her father. She was used to all kinds of coveted eyes since she was a child. She ignored the many strange eyes from the bar and walked into the bar.


    Old Bevan, after handing over the work of pouring wine to his daughter, took over the work of serving wine and snacks for guests.


    At this moment, the Champions League final being played on TV seems less attractive. Except for the older people, most of the men in the bar focused their attention on Molly Bevin, who was beautiful and pure and had a bit of glamour in the counter.


    Compared with them, Guo Shouwen, who was sitting next to the counter, was more dominant. Because of the close distance, he could almost smell the elegant body fragrance with the scent of jasmine emanating from the other person''s body.


    "Hello, can I have a beer?"


    Molly Bevan had long noticed the Asian man sitting at the counter, staring at him.


    "Want to add ice?"


    "no need!"


    Molly nodded, poured a glass of beer and placed it in front of him.


    "thanks!"


    Molly Bevin nodded and said nothing more.


    However, seeing such a beautiful girl who looks and temperament is the type of girl he likes, if Guo Shouyun doesn''t take the initiative to strike up a conversation, then he is really a ''Lu man''!

 Chapter 26： Molly Bevan

    Chapter 26 Molly Bevan


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    "Hello, my name is Bruce Guo. ... Is your name Molly Bevin?"


    Molly, who had been approached by boys countless times, glanced at Guo Shouyun lightly, and after she felt that she was not disgusted, she nodded lightly. There is no special expression on the delicate and pretty face.


    "Are you studying oil painting?"


    "how do you know?"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to a table-mounted landscape painting hanging on the wall behind the counter.


    "It''s got your name on it!"


    Molly Bevan doesn''t need to look to know that after she finished her art exhibition last year, this landscape painting called "Hometown" was hung on the wall of the tavern by her father, and in the corner of the oil painting, there are letters of her own name. abbreviation.


    "...You draw so beautifully. It''s a pity that my talent for drawing is not good enough. I learned it for a while in middle school, and gave up after I didn''t get any decent achievements!"


    Molly Bevan glanced at him, because she was most interested in the topic of oil painting because of her major.


    "Not everyone is suitable for oil painting!"


    "You''re right! I''m not good at drawing, but I''m good at math. Now I have a master''s degree in computer science and a bachelor''s degree in economics and history from Stanford University. In addition, my new book will be published soon. It''s gone!"


    Guo Shouyun knows that the best way to attract the attention of excellent women is to be better than her!


    Sure enough, his method worked. Molly Bevan, who didn''t care much at first, suddenly stopped pouring wine in her hand, and her beautiful eyes focused on Guo Shouyun again. Moreover, compared to the previous inattentiveness, this time he was obviously more focused.


    Suddenly, she found that the handsome Asian man in front of her was different from the handsome men in the school who were courting her. There was a kind of melancholy and after-life in this man who called himself Bruce Guo. The vicissitudes of life. And this kind of temperament only in mature men, combined with the other party''s slightly immature appearance and handsome appearance, has formed a unique and strange charm that makes people subconsciously want to pay attention, analyze and explore.


    "Are you showing me your high education? Or your unproven ability?"


    Despite her curiosity, Molly Bevin''s attitude remained cold.


    However, although the other party''s attitude was not very good, Guo Shouyun was very happy. Compared with the previous indifference, the girl in front of me who made my heart move, at least 100% of my energy is now on myself.


    "Do you know peacocks?"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t answer what he asked.


    Molly Bevan''s eyes moved, and then she nodded slowly.


    "The peacock is called the ''king of birds'' and is a symbol of auspiciousness, kindness, beauty and luxury. When a male peacock encounters a female peacock he likes, he will often show his tail to her and keep making various Show off your beauty to female peacocks with all kinds of beautiful dance moves, so as to attract female peacocks'' attention, and finally get favor!"


    Guo Shouwen expressed his interest in her with great interest. In the West, such blunt expressions are not offensive.


    "As far as I know, Peacock Kaiping means ''wishful thinking'' and ''self-consciousness'' in Chinese!" Molly Bevan said indifferently after looking at him.


    "You still know this?" Guo Shouyun was a little surprised.


    "I have a quarter of Chinese ancestry, and my grandmother is a Chinese from Singapore!" Perhaps enjoying Guo Shouyun''s surprise, Molly Bevan slightly curved her mouth to reveal a smile, and said More private information was revealed.


    "No wonder? ... Then do you speak Chinese?"


    "Some, but not too much!"


    "Molly, don''t talk too much to strangers!"


    Rudy Bevin, who came back with the wine, said everything a father would say when faced with such a situation.


    Molly Bevan nodded and ignored Guo Shouyun.


    "Sir, I think you''re here for a drink!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded when he saw the clear warning on the face of the white man in front of him.


    "Rudy, two more beers, two sausages, and a plate of peanuts!"


    "OK, just a second!"


    After Rudy Bevan agreed, he took the beer, sausages, and peanuts that his daughter had arranged on the plate and went out of the counter. But before leaving, he deliberately glared at Guo Shouyun with warning eyes. However, Guo Shouyun, who has lived in two generations, will not be scared off by a few threatening eyes.


    "Molly, you paint so well, can you paint me a portrait? I can pay!"


    "Sorry, my dad told me not to talk to you!" Molly Bevan glanced at him and said indifferently.


    "Oh, mygad! Molly, you are an adult, you should have your own social and ideas!" Guo Shouyun shrugged.


    "Of course I have my own social network, but I don''t feel the need to get to know you!"


    Looking at the indifferent girl in front of him, Guo Shouyun doubted when his charm had become so low. You must know that Bruce Guo, from middle school to university, is all-round in studies, music and sports, and he has never lacked the favor of beautiful girls around him. Of course, these beautiful girls are not as unique as Molly Bevan in front of them.


    "Then do you want to meet J.K. Rowling?"


    Guo Shouyun turned his head and said in a tentative tone.


    "You know J.K. Rowling?"


    Molly Bevin, who was cleaning the table, stopped suddenly.


    With the popularity of "Harry Potter" in the world, especially in the United Kingdom, J.K. Rowling''s popularity is almost not inferior to that of the British Prime Minister, but also more popular.


    Looking at Molly Bevan''s expression and actions, Guo Shouyun knew that he had made the right bet.


    "Of course, did you forget what I said? I''m a writer. . . . The reason why I came to Exeter this time was to ask Rowling some writing questions. Oh, by the way, forgot to tell you Rowling''s publishing agent is also my publishing agent!"


    Molly Bevin saw a subtle change in her mind as she looked at this Asian who was chatting in front of her with a very confident expression.


    At first, when the other party said that she had three degrees from Stanford University and was a writer, she didn''t believe it at all. I completely thought that the other party was the same as those liars who boasted how powerful and amazing they were in order to get close to them. But looking at it now, it doesn''t seem like the other party is completely lying.


    "Sir, I have warned you not to harass my daughter again!"


    Rudy Bevin, who was protecting the calf, put down the tray and pressed towards Guo Shouyun with an angry face.


    Seeing his stout figure of over 1.8 meters, a beard all over his face, and a strong white man whose eyes were comparable to cows, Guo Shouyun was very surprised. How could someone like him give birth to a person like Molly Bevan? A beautiful daughter?


    "Sorry, it''s my fault!"


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, as if he really realized his mistake, and turned his body outside. His eyes also left Molly Bevan and focused on the TV screen hanging on the wall, as if he really didn''t intend to talk to Molly again.


    Seeing this, Rudy Bevin snorted bitterly and said nothing more. The other party is still his own guest after all, so he can''t do too much. But he didn''t realize that his daughter still looked up at Guo Shouyun from time to time while she was busy. Because the words ''J.K. Rowling'' have completely aroused the curiosity in Molly Bevin''s heart.


    Since "Harry Potter" has been sold all over the world, J.K. Rowling''s image of tough, intelligent, erudite, and talented woman has also become widely known with the publicity. I don''t know how many women regard her as their idol. Molly Bevan, who grew up in Exeter, is one of them.


    In the following time, Molly Bevan thought that the boy named Bruce Guo would take the initiative to talk to her when her father left. And she also asked thoroughly whether the other party knew Rowling or not. But to her surprise, his attention seemed to be completely drawn to the game on TV. The whole process was almost fixed on the game, never looking at her again.


    Several times, the courageous Molly Bevin planned to ask, but was interrupted by her father who went back and forth very frequently. It was so tangled until the end of the 90-minute game.


    "Di...!"


    When the referee blew the whistle of the end of the game during the TV broadcast, not only did the Champions League champion Real Madrid players fall into ecstasy. Guo Shouyun also jumped off the stool at once, and excitedly slapped his fist, and then raised his arm high in the air as if he was ''not quenching his thirst'' and waved it a few times in midair. Maybe because he was too excited, his expression was a little distorted.


    "Is there something wrong with this Asian guy?"


    "Who knows, maybe he''s a Real Madrid fan!"


    There are no Real Madrid fans here, so it seems that Guo Shouwen''s excitement is so abrupt at this time, which has attracted the discussion and unabashed ridicule of the people around.


    However, Guo Shouyun would not care about their thoughts. He was so happy. The result of the whole game was exactly the same as he remembered, Real Madrid 3:0 Valencia!


    This means that he will get at least 3 times the return after investing $80 million in this football game.


    "Are you OK?"


    A cold voice with a touch of concern rang in his ear.


    As soon as the movement stopped, Guo Shouyun turned his head to look at the beautiful girl who was just across the counter from him. Facing the other party''s black and white beautiful eyes, he showed a big smile.


    "It''s okay! ... Oh, yes, here''s my phone number and fuel tank address, remember to contact me later. I do know J.K. Rowling, and I can show you her!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun handed over the white note that he had written in advance. After watching the other party accept it, he said ''goodbye'' and hurried out of the bar.


    Looking at his retreating back, Molly Bevan unfolded the note with some sweat and wrinkles in her hand, looking at the neat handwriting on it, she was inexplicably relieved.


    "Molly, come and help clean up, the guests are almost gone!"


    "Come on, Dad!"


    Molly Bevan, who agreed, hurriedly stuffed the note into her pocket and went around the counter to help.

 Chapter 27： 1st pot of gold

    Chapter 27 The First Pot of Gold


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    The first thing Guo Shouyun did when he drove back to the hotel was to open his Swiss bank account online. Sure enough, the original account of only a hundred thousand dollars has now become more than ten million. Moreover, more funds are coming into the account one after another.


    "awesome!"


    Guo Shouyun looked excited and waved his fist again to celebrate.


    In order to reduce the risk, he invested 80 million US dollars in more than 20 gambling websites this time, plus online and offline betting, even if the British part of the gambling tax is deducted, he will make a lot of money. As for whether it will be manipulated by the dealer, he is not too worried. Compared to my own $80 million. Formal offline betting around Europe''s annual Champions League final, which is the hottest year in the world, coupled with larger outside betting, has rolled over a huge sum of more than 40 billion US dollars. And the annual scale of European gaming has reached an astonishing 270 billion to 689 billion US dollars! In comparison, Guo Shouyun''s $80 million is not even a small shrimp in front of many predators.


    Because he was too excited, Guo Shouyun fell into insomnia unexpectedly at night. However, a night of insomnia is really nothing compared to the rich harvest.


    From the end of the game to the next three days, Guo Shouyun''s income was basically all accounted for. The only thing he had worried about before, the refusal of payouts from underground gaming sites, did not happen. As long as the money he won, it all went into the account he secretly opened in a Swiss bank safe and sound.


    However, because different betting sites and companies have slightly different odds on the outcome of the game, the profit part is still somewhat different from Guo Shouyun''s previous expectations. Not less, but more than $20 million.


    "$265 million!"


    This is Guo Shouyun''s total income after deducting part of the gaming tax paid to the British Revenue Agency.


    And, because it''s about to pay Google $80 million. Therefore, the 80 million bank loan he used as the principal was not included this time. Otherwise, he has $345 million at his disposal!


    "After struggling for more than two months, I finally earned the first pot of gold in my life!"


    Guo Shouyun remembered that from the moment he was reborn, he had been constantly improving the plan of the "white wolf with empty gloves", and now the plan has finally been successfully realized. Looking back on the exhaustion of the past few months, I can''t help feeling emotional!


    But in addition to being happy, there is one more thing that worries him.


    This money, except for the UK and Canada portion, is not subject to gaming tax on revenue generated on gaming sites in the rest of the European countries. Tax evasion and evasion are illegal in any country. Although everyone is playing like this now, in order to avoid possible troubles, he still needs to think carefully about how to use the funds.


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just then, there was a sudden knock on the door.


    After closing the account and locking the laptop, Guo Shouyun opened the door and looked at Christopher Ritter who appeared outside the door. Not only was he surprised, he said, "Didn''t you call to explain that you will only be back?"


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun let him into the room.


    "The merger negotiation went smoother than expected, and it has now ended ahead of schedule. So I came back early to see the situation on your side."


    Guo Shouyun poured a glass of water and put it in front of Christopher.


    "thanks!"


    "Looking at you, the acquisition was successful?"


    "Well! For ��8 million, we bought all the assets of Walker Publishing!"


    Walker Publishing is an American mid-range publishing company that publishes adult nonfiction, mystery and children''s books. It is the third echelon in the American publishing industry.


    "This is the contract, take a look at it!"


    Guo Shouyun took it, took it in his hand and carefully examined it, then nodded.


    "By the way, before I came, I had already instructed the company''s editorial department and marketing department to start preparing for the publication of your three novels. If all goes well, it will be officially launched for sale in a week."


    "Chris, it seems that you are much better at being a publisher than a publisher!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "Hehe, I''m also very fond of my new position! By the way, how are you doing on Rowling''s side?"


    "Don''t worry, it''s basically done! However, there is still a little lack!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s gestures and expressions, Christopher thought for a while, then said condensedly, "Neil Murray?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Tomorrow I''ll go to London and find you a fake girlfriend to reassure Neil!"


    "No need. I''ve already found a candidate myself!"


    "Oh? Where?"


    Christopher said with interest.


    "You''ll see you tomorrow!"


    "You bastard, you''re still playing mystery! But since you said so, let''s go tomorrow. I''ll go back to rest first, fly from New York to London, and then transfer to Essex. It''s not an easy journey!"


    "Then rest early! I won''t wait for you for dinner!"


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun, who had booked a hotel for Christopher in advance, sent him out of the room.


    "The problem of funding is solved, and then it''s time to show off!"


    Looking at the darkening night outside the window, Guo Shouyun''s eyes flickered with brilliance.


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    Early the next morning, Guo Shouyun turned on his computer and sent Molly Bevan an email. Guo Shouyun had known her email address since the girl repeatedly asked him whether he really knew Rowling through email a few days ago. Of course, even if she doesn''t take the initiative to contact her, Guo Shouyun can find the contact information of the other party through her own hacking technology.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Not long after, Guo Shouyun''s newly bought mobile phone rang.


    Looking at the strange call above, he smiled slightly and basically guessed who the other party was.


    "Hello, hello? Is that Miss Bevin?"


    After a while of silence, a crisp, hesitant voice came from it.


    "Are you really going to visit Ms. Rowling today?"


    "Of course, I''ll go with Christopher. By the way, Christopher Ritter is my co-manager with Rowling!"


    "You said in the email that you can take me with you...!"


    "no problem!"


    "real?"


    "Of course! ... But can you do me a favor?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "What are you busy with?"


    "That''s it. Ms. Rowling has a boyfriend named Neil Murray, who is a professor at the University of Exeter Medical School. In the past fortnight, I have often asked Ms. Rowling for some writing encounters. The question may have caused some misunderstandings to Professor Neil. So, I want you to pretend to be my girlfriend to clear up this misunderstanding. It''s as simple as that."


    Listening to the silence over the phone, Guo Shouyun did not speak in a hurry.


    "I can help you, but I also have one condition!" Molly Bevin said after a while.


    "you say?"


    Guo Shouyun was shocked and said quickly.


    "I want to paint a painting of Ms. Rowling and I want to get her autograph!"


    "No problem, I can help you!"


    "real?"


    "Of course! Wrap it on me!" Guo Shouyun said to himself.


    "thanks!"


    "You''re welcome, we''re helping each other. Oh, by the way, I''ll pick you up at 9 this morning?"


    "Okay. But don''t come to the bar. I''m afraid Dad will be unhappy when he sees it." After a pause, "Well, at 8:50 I''ll be waiting for you on the east side of the intersection of Rose Street and Carr Street!"


    "Understood. ... This is your mobile phone number, right?"


    "Um!"


    "Then do you have ICQ or MSN?"


    "I have MSN!" Molly Bevan visibly hesitated.


    "Tell me your account and I''ll add you!"


    "no!"


    "Why?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "I don''t trust you!"


    "Hey, Molly, are we friends anyway? Isn''t it normal for friends to leave contact information for each other?"


    "We''ve only met once. But maybe after today, we''ll be friends! Goodbye!"


    Listening to the blind tone from the phone, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "This chick is quite difficult!"


    Checking the time, he dialed Christopher again.


    "Chris, wake up!"


    "Bruce, I''m already up, I''m taking a shower, I''ll come to you later!"


    "No. See you in the restaurant downstairs!"


    "All right!"


    After the phone call, Guo Shouyun simply cleaned up. After taking the prepared things, pushed the door and walked out. Came to the restaurant downstairs, after ordering two breakfasts, it didn''t take long, Christopher Ritter walked down from above.


    "After breakfast, shall we go see Rowling?"


    Christopher asked.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and handed over the prepared manuscript.


    "Look at it, I just wrote it!"


    "You finished another novel?"


    Christopher was shocked, then surprised.


    "Well! I just finished writing it the day before yesterday!"


    "Let me consider!"


    Without eating, UU Reading Christopher picked up the original manuscript and read it.


    "Declaration of Independence for National Treasures? ... Is this a series of novels about treasure hunting?"


    "Yeah! I should write about seven books!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    He has seen three "National Treasures" and four "Charlemagne Code", and the film ideas of the two series are very similar. The reason why the latter did not get the box office of "National Treasure" is mainly because the German film market is too small. Guo Shouyun is going to move some of the episodes in "Charlemagne''s Code" to the United States. Combined with the brain hole of the Chinese Internet treasure-hunting adventure novels he has read, he can definitely write a set of classic treasure-hunting novels no less than "Indiana Jones".


    "Seven? Have you thought about the seven?"


    Looking at Christopher''s incredible expression, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "How is that possible. Except for this "Declaration of Independence", I have probably planned the main story line of the second "Templar Knights". For the time being, I only thought about what to write around, as for the outline and specific plot. , it''s still blank!"


    "You guy, what a genius!"


    After examining Guo Shouyun for a moment, Christopher couldn''t help but exclaimed.


    He has never seen any writer who can have Guo Shouyun''s creative speed and guarantee the quality of his work.


    "Don''t just compliment me, let''s see how I wrote it first?"


    Christopher nodded and opened the manuscript. The content that has been modified by Guo Shouyun is basically free of incomprehensible sentences and typos. The exciting and ups and downs of the plot quickly drew Christopher Ritter into it.


    While Christopher was reading, Guo Shouyun finished his breakfast.

 Chapter 28： Revisiting Rowling

    Chapter 28 Revisiting Rowling


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    "Christopher, the manuscript will be placed with you for the time being. After you read it, help me proofread it before returning it to me! By the way, don''t forget to eat breakfast!"


    Christopher nodded, looked at Guo Shouyun who got up and was about to leave, and said in surprise, "Where are you going? Didn''t we make an appointment to find Rowling together later?"


    "Of course I won''t forget this. But you go on your own first, I have some things to deal with, so I won''t be with you. We''ll meet at Rowling''s house later! ... Remember, don''t be late!"


    "Do not worry!"


    After putting on his coat, Guo Shouyun patted Christopher on the shoulder, then turned and left the restaurant.


    Looking at his back, Christopher shook his head, turned around and glanced at the manuscript, then quickly picked up the glass on the table, drank the milk in one gulp, swallowed the omelette in three or two mouthfuls, and grabbed two slices in the plate. Toasted bread and left the restaurant with the manuscript.


    Driving his rented black Mercedes-Benz, Guo Shouyun came to the intersection with Molly Bevan. Seeing that the time is still early, the figure of the beautiful woman has not yet appeared. Guo Shouyun, who was all right, remembered the follow-up arrangements, and took out his mobile phone from his pocket.


    "BOSS, good morning!"


    "Good morning, Wendy! ... I called George yesterday. You go to him now, and you two form an M&A team to buy all of the Google shares from Kleiner Perkins and Sequoia Capital for me. Also, this equity acquisition is dominated by you!"


    "Share acquisition?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Thank you boss for your trust, but I''m afraid I can''t do it well without experience!"


    Wendy Solo looked a little underwhelmed.


    "You are a top student in the Department of Economics at Harvard, so have confidence in your abilities. Also, this time I also hired someone from Merrill Lynch as an M&A advisor. Coupled with George Davis'' extensive experience in business law , you don''t have to have any concerns at all! Besides, isn''t there me behind you!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun clearly felt the movement of Wendy Solo taking a deep breath on the other side of the phone.


    "Boss, I will do my best to complete this mission!"


    "I believe you!"


    After explaining some details about Wendy Solo, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. After a sigh of relief, he squeezed his eyebrows.


    In the end, the rise time was too short, coupled with the rapid increase in the industries he was involved in, so that the dilemma of the lack of high-end talents who could be trusted was further exposed. There are many things that cannot be delayed. So after thinking about it, I can only use Wendy Solo, a fledgling young head, as a general.


    "I hope this woman is worthy of her Harvard Masters in Economics title!"


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    The ringing of the mobile phone again attracted Guo Shouyun.


    "Catherine?... Needless to say, she must have come to ask for money again!"


    Before that, he might still have a headache for Katherine Lincoln''s phone call. But now, when the football lottery harvest is already in the bag, it is not needed.


    "Hello, Catherine...?"


    "Bruce! May is almost over. When will the ten million dollars you promised be credited to the company''s account? Now old York is following my **** every day, asking the company to beat the $9 million that bought his farm. Go! Damn, because of this, people from the company look at me strangely. Sometimes, this girl really wants to beat these bastards, and then tell them that I don''t like the old man''s heavy taste!"


    The ''good morning'' behind Guo Shouyun hasn''t finished yet. Catherine''s full of resentment had been vented in his ears like a waterfall, and it was almost impossible to stop it. And the sound was so loud that he had to hold the phone farther away, so that his ears would suffer less.


    "Catherine, listen to me. I will give you the money in half a month at the latest. By the way, I will give you an extra ten million this time!" Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    "real?"


    Katherine''s tone was full of suspicion.


    "Exactly!"


    At this moment, Guo Shouyun saw Molly Bevin, who was wearing a long white dress, with beautiful features, and an air of immortality, appeared on the street corner. Guo Shouyun''s heart warmed when he looked at the beautiful and beautiful woman with a beautiful face.


    "Catherine, I still have something to do here. Twenty million dollars, I will definitely call you in half a month at most. Don''t worry, hang up first!"


    "Hey, Bruce...!"


    Before she could finish speaking, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone, put the phone in his pocket, opened the car door and walked out.


    "Hi Molly, here!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun beckoning, Molly Bevan nodded and walked over.


    "Molly, you''re so beautiful in what you''re wearing today!"


    Looking at the oncoming, thinly applied beauty, Guo Shouyun offered his praise without hesitation. With long hair and shawls, her facial features are delicate and beautiful, a plain lace-up dress sets off her tall and plump figure, plus smooth jade legs without stockings, as well as jade feet with clear cardamom and crystal lace-up high heels, Molly �� Bevin''s beauty is not lost to any woman in the world.


    And her pure and glamorous temperament made Guo Shouyun think of the fledgling ''Sister Fairy''! And the little dragon girl who floats like a fairy in Jin Yong''s pen!


    It is hard to imagine that such a peerless beauty with oriental temperament can still be found in the West. Perhaps, this has something to do with the other party''s quarter of Chinese blood. Of course, it also has to do with her profession. Judging from the information Guo Shouyun found on the Internet about Molly Bevin. She is in the oil painting department of the Royal Academy of Arts, under the tutelage of the neoclassical master "Wayne Ramos"!


    Compared with abstraction and surrealism, neoclassicism is undoubtedly the representative of "conformity".


    "thanks!"


    "Let''s go, it''s getting late now!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun half turned around and propped up his left arm.


    Molly Bevan looked at the gap in his arms, and naturally understood what the other party meant. It''s just that she was hesitant to do it.


    "Molly, now you''re going to pretend to be my girlfriend. Of course we have to have some intimacy between boyfriend and girlfriend. Otherwise, how can we convince others of our relationship? But don''t worry, I definitely won''t. Too much!" Guo Shouyun quickly persuaded Molly Bevan to hesitate.


    "I hope you can remember what you said." After frowning her pretty brows, Molly Bevin stared at the man in front of her.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded vigorously.


    Seeing this, Molly Bevan hesitated for a while before extending her right arm and hooking his left arm.


    Guo Shouyun, who has successfully brought the relationship closer, is very happy. The only pity is that the distance to get on the bus is too short. However, thinking that there are still opportunities in the future, the regret in his heart has also disappeared a lot.


    "You don''t have a boyfriend, do you?"


    When driving to Rowling''s house, Guo Shouyun turned his head and asked.


    "Why do you ask?"


    "When you held my arm just now, your hands were shaking. This is obviously the first time you have intimate contact with a boy, you are inexperienced."


    "So you''re very experienced?"


    "Uh!" Guo Shouyun''s heart suddenly burst. Although it was a fact, he absolutely couldn''t admit it.


    "Neither. But I had a girlfriend in college. After she graduated and returned to China, we broke up!"


    Saying that, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help thinking of Yang Lishan, and there was a hint of melancholy on his face. When he first broke up, he still wondered if he could continue the relationship, even if there was no result in the end.


    But then he sent emails to the other party several times in a row, and after no response, this relationship really began to fade away with the passage of time.


    Glancing at him, Molly Bevan said nothing.


    Guo Shouyun, who was seduced, also lost interest in speaking, and the atmosphere in the car became a little depressed for a while. Fortunately, Essect was not very big, and it didn''t take a few minutes to go to Rowling''s house, so this awkward atmosphere didn''t last long. UU reading www. uukanshu. com


    "It''s here, it''s here, let''s get off!"


    Molly Bevan briefly looked at the quaint little building outside, and followed Guo Shouyun to push the door and walked down.


    He took out the gift he bought from the trunk. After Guo Shouyun locked the door, he walked into the yard with Jia''er beside him.


    "Can I get some for you?"


    Seeing that Guo Shouyun was carrying too many things, Molly Bevan said.


    "No, these things look a lot, but they''re not heavy. I''ll be fine if I hold them alone! By the way, you can help me ring the doorbell!"


    Molly Bevan nodded, walked to the door and rang the doorbell on the left. Not long after, I heard the sound of rushing running from inside.


    "Crack it...!"


    As the door opened, a little girl with blond hair appeared in front of them.


    "Uncle Chen, are you here?"


    "Hey sweetheart, look at the present I bought you!"


    "Big Pyrenees and Snoopy!...Thank you Uncle Chen!"


    "Take it and play!"


    "Yeah!" After nodding her head, the little girl hugged a big white bear about her height, a Snoopy doll in her hand, and ran into the living room, "Mom, the big white bear that Uncle Chen bought for me and Snoopy!"


    "Was that Ms. Rowling''s daughter just now?" Molly Bevan asked.


    "Yeah! It''s a very cute little guy!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun took the initiative to hold her right hand, "Let''s go, I''ll show you Rowling!"


    Looking at his tall back, Molly Bevan didn''t struggle, although she didn''t feel used to it, she just let Guo Shouyun hold hands and walked in behind him. Moreover, the excitement and excitement of seeing the idol soon filled her heart.

 Chapter 29： Well thought out layout

    Chapter 29 Deliberate layout


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    Guo Shouyun, who has come to Rowling''s house eight or nine times in the past two weeks, is already familiar with this place.


    In the living room, except for Rowling''s six-year-old daughter, Jessica, Neil Murray and Rowling were all present, the only one absent was Christopher Ritter.


    "Rowling, why didn''t you see Christopher?" Guo Shouyun asked after putting down the gift.


    "He''s reading the book "National Treasure" you just wrote in the study upstairs! This is...?" Rowling''s eyes turned to the beautiful girl following Guo Shouyun.


    "I''ll introduce to you. This is my girlfriend Molly Bevin. ... Molly, this is Rowling, Rowling''s boyfriend Neil!" While speaking, Guo Shouyun quietly wrapped his left arm around him Molly Bevan''s soft and slender waist.


    Although it was the first time to have such a close contact with a boy, the joy of seeing the idol dilutes the tension and entanglement in Molly Bevan''s heart.


    "Ms. Rowling is a pleasure to meet you, I am a big fan of you!"


    This is the first time Guo Shouyun has seen such excitement and excitement on Molly Bevin''s face. At this moment, she is more like a 20-year-old girl, with the liveliness and cuteness that a girl of this age should have.


    "Nice to meet you too. Molly, you''re so pretty, Bruce is lucky!"


    "Rowling, Molly is not only beautiful, she is also a top student in the oil painting department of the Royal Academy of Art, and has now signed a contract with the famous Gagosian Gallery. In addition, she also hopes to paint a portrait of you!" Guo Shouyun aside road.


    Although Rowling writes for a living, she also knows the Royal Academy of Arts and understands what signing with Gagosian Gallery means to the painter.


    "Bevin, seeing you, I finally understand that beauty and wisdom can coexist!" Rowling took Molly Bevin''s hand and said with a little surprise.


    "You flatter me!"


    Molly Bevan said quickly.


    "You two talk. I''ll go up and see Christopher with Neil."


    Neil Murray did not object to Guo Shouyun''s proposal. After nodding with a smile, he followed Guo Shouyun upstairs.


    "I didn''t expect you, Bruce, to pick the most beautiful roses in Essect after only half a month!"


    As soon as he walked up to the second floor, Neil Murray said suddenly.


    "Neil, do you know Molly?"


    "Bruce, Exeter is not big!" Neil Murray nodded with a smile, "However, Rudy Bevan is not a good talker. You want to marry the ''pearl'' who holds him in the palm of your hand. Going home, it takes a lot of thought!"


    "I know."


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a distressed look on his face. From the way Rudy Bevin treated himself when he was in the bar that night, he also understood that it was not easy for this relationship to succeed.


    But aside from Molly Bevin. From Neil Murray''s apparently much better attitude towards himself now, Guo Shouyun knew that his method had worked, and he successfully dispelled the guard in the other party''s heart.


    "Neil, there''s something I want to talk to you about!"


    After coming to the corridor on the second floor, Guo Shouyun stopped and said.


    "What''s up?"


    "Christopher and I acquired a publishing company in the United States. The value of this publishing company is around 10 million pounds. I own 70% of the shares and Christopher owns 30%. Now we want to convince Rowling to join." After a pause, Guo Shouyun stared at the seemingly loyal man in front of him, "However, I don''t think it''s just Rowling. As her boyfriend and future husband, I think you should also be invited to join the company!"


    "I''m just a university professor, not as rich as you guys!" After hearing this, Neil Murray shook his head slightly after a flash of light flashed in his eyes.


    "You don''t need to pay. In addition to Rowling''s share, I can privately transfer 5% of the shares to you. After the company is profitable, it can be deducted from your dividends!" Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, " Although you don''t know much about my writing level, Rowling''s "Harry Potter" is now popular all over the world. I believe that as long as she can become a shareholder, the follow-up part of "Harry Potter" must be published by this publisher The company will issue it. It is certain that the company will make money. 5% of the shares means that you can get at least ��200,000 in dividends every year! What does ��200,000 mean, I think you know better than me.��


    Looking at the smiling young man in front of him, Neil Murray felt a strong confidence in him. Moreover, he felt that he was not talking to a young man less than twenty years old, but even more that he was facing a top business elite with amazing eloquence.


    "The figure of 200,000 pounds is really hard to refuse. But I think, you pay such a big price, you must not ask for nothing!" Although Neil Murray only teaches anesthesiology, he has no understanding of financial knowledge. many. But he still understands the most basic concept of return on investment.


    "Of course I have my own requirements. However, this requirement will not make you embarrassed!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun didn''t give in to Neil Murray''s eagerness to listen, "I don''t ask for anything else, only If I need something in the future, when I want to ask for Rowling''s consent, you can help me with a few good words on the side! And don''t worry. What I want to ask for Rowling''s consent will definitely not do her any harm. "


    "It''s that simple?"


    "It''s that simple!" Guo Shouyun nodded solemnly.


    After thinking for a moment, Neil Murray nodded.


    "If everything is as you said, I promise to help you!"


    "Happy cooperation!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and stretched out his right hand towards him.


    Neil Murray also stretched out his right hand without refusing.


    Both got what they wanted. An income of at least ��200,000 a year can greatly improve Neil Murray''s financial situation. Moreover, he does not need to pay any price in the middle.


    In Guo Shouyun''s view, paying 5% of the shares and paying hundreds of thousands of pounds in dividends every year, and getting someone who can have a significant influence on Rowling, he did not suffer, but made a lot of money.


    "Now I''ve got Neil Murray and Christopher Ritter. And I''ve managed to win Rowling''s favor myself, all three moves. Just wait a few more months and that''s the real reward. Time!" Guo Shouyun thought excitedly.


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    Lunch at noon was naturally eaten at Rowling''s house. It could be seen that she and Molly Bevan were very close, and even during the banquet, the two kept chatting.


    After lunch, it was time for afternoon tea. After Guo Shouyun and Christopher looked at each other, the latter said, "Rowling, there is something I want to discuss with you?"


    "What''s up?"


    Rowling, who was holding her daughter and talking to Molly Bevan, looked up.


    "I''m going to shut down Ritter Publishing Economics!"


    "Turn it off? Why?" Rowling asked in surprise.


    "I have a publishing company in America with Bruce!"


    "Publishing Company?"


    Christopher nodded. At the same time, Guo Shouyun on the side also spoke.


    "Rowling, I discussed it with Christopher and would like to invite you to join us!"


    "Invite me to join? But I don''t know anything about business except writing!" Rowling shook her head.


    "You don''t need to know too much. In fact, I don''t know too much about the publishing industry. But Christopher is an expert in this field. The specific operation of the publishing company can be handed over to him. I and you are mainly responsible for writing and creating profitable works for the company. That''s it!" Guo Shouyun urged vigorously.


    "If I join, I am both a writer and a shareholder, how will the profits be calculated?" Rowling asked after thinking about it.


    "You and Bruce, as writers, can get your own 15% tax share. In addition, as shareholders, the part of the publishing company''s income will be distributed according to our respective shareholding ratios. Also, if you have enough Trust me, I can still negotiate with each other as your agent when it comes to the licensing negotiations for the copyrights surrounding your two works. Besides, I don''t charge any commissions!" Christopher said.


    "Rowling, this is a good thing. In the future, you can get double income!"


    Neil Murray said aside.


    For his 5% stake, and the resulting gains, he certainly would not remain indifferent. UU reading


    Seeing that the people closest to her agree with her, the balance in Rowling''s heart is gradually tilting.


    "If I join, how much money do I need to put in. How many shares in the company can I get?"


    "1.5 million pounds, 15% of the shares! Bruce and I are 25% and 60% respectively!" Seeing Rowling''s temptation, Christopher was shocked and said quickly.


    "I think Neil should also join in. Also, Rowling. Although Neil doesn''t care much. But I think this opportunity that will allow him to achieve financial freedom should not be missed. Also, there is a common cause for you in the future. Relationship and family stability are beneficial." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Glancing at him, then at Neil Murray with a certain longing in his eyes. Rowling, who originally wanted to shirk and think about it before replying, finally nodded after hesitating for a moment.


    "Okay, I''ll join!"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun and Christopher looked at each other, and they both saw the joy in each other''s eyes.


    "...But, aren''t you and Molly boyfriend and girlfriend? Why didn''t you bring her in too?"


    Facing Rowling''s question, Guo Shouyun''s face stiffened. If he and Molly Bevin were really boyfriend and girlfriend, he certainly wouldn''t mind pulling her in to share the benefits. But now the two of them haven''t written a word. If Guo Shouyun really gave out hundreds of thousands of shares to the other party, it would not be desperate for love, it would be really stupid!


    But fortunately, Molly Bevan spoke in time to save him.


    "No! I''m really not interested in doing business!"


    Hearing this, Rowling didn''t insist too much just by saying that. Christopher also changed the topic in time to avoid more embarrassment for Guo Shouyun.


    After that everything went smoothly.

 Chapter 30： green love

    Chapter 30 Adolescent Love


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    Thorn Bird Publishing Company, Guo Shouyun invested 5.5 million pounds, accounting for 55% of the shares; Christopher Ritter invested 2.5 million pounds, accounting for 25% of the shares; Rowling invested 1.5 million pounds, accounting for 15% of the shares; Neil Murray invested 500,000 Sterling, 5% of the shares! Neil''s money was temporarily paid by Guo Shouyun. Of course, this could not be written in the contract.


    As for Rowling, under the status quo of marriage and love in the West, even if she is married, she is not obliged to pay 500,000 pounds for Neil. What''s more, the two are not married at all, and their finances are separated from each other.


    After the company was founded, Christopher Ritter served as the company''s CEO. Guo Shouyun serves as chairman, and Rowling and Neil Murray serve as non-executive directors, sending representatives to the company to oversee the company''s finances and operations, but not directly involved in management.


    Once the contract is signed, the business is over. Guo Shouyun and Christopher Ritter also said goodbye. And of course Molly Bevin, who came with Guo Shouyun, will also leave with him.


    In the evening, Guo Shouyun drove Molly Bevan to the place where she had gotten in the car.


    "Thank you for taking me back!"


    "Molly, I may be leaving Exeter tomorrow. Can I give you a hug before leaving?"


    Looking at the longing in the eyes of the tall and handsome man in front of him, Molly Bevan''s soft and pretty face showed hesitation. She is grateful that the other party can make her friends with idols, but she has almost never had too close contact with boys, and it is difficult for her to really make up her mind to agree.


    However, in Guo Shouyun''s view, Molly Bevan did not immediately refuse, but it was a disguised acquiescence. As a boy, of course he should take the initiative. Therefore, after taking a step forward, Molly Bevan was pulled into her arms forcibly before she could react.


    In panic, Molly Bevan almost subconsciously began to resist, but her strength was Guo Shouyun''s opponent.


    "Let go of me!"


    "Just one minute, I''ll let you go in one minute, really!" Guo Shouyun quickly comforted.


    "If you don''t let me go in a minute, I''ll call someone!" Molly Bevin said angrily after she couldn''t break Guo Shouyun''s strong arm.


    It is a pity that Molly Bevin, who has been strictly controlled by her father since she was a child, and who has hardly ever been in a relationship, does not know that in many cases, the words of a man are often unreliable.


    Therefore, after noticing that Molly Bevan no longer resisted, Guo Shouyun enjoyed the warm fragrance of nephrite in his arms with peace of mind. As for the one-minute promise, he had long since thrown it out of the sky.


    Molly Bevan passively clings to Guo Shouyun''s broad and strong embrace. Feeling the strong heartbeat of the other party, as well as a different kind of masculinity, a strange feeling that she had never had before rose from the bottom of her heart. This feeling made her panic and made her a little breathless. But it also gave her some unexpected enjoyment!


    "Is a minute up?"


    After a while, Molly Bevan asked in a trembling voice.


    "No, it''s still early!"


    "No, you lied to me. It''s been a minute now! Let me go, it''s late, Dad will be angry!"


    Guo Shouyun did not stop Molly Bevan''s struggle this time. There are some tricks you can use to chase girls, but many times you need to know how to stop. Otherwise, it will only have the opposite effect.


    She quickly took a few steps back, tidied up her messy hair, and smoothed out the folds on her clothes. Jasmine Bevin secretly breathed a sigh of relief. She didn''t dare to look Guo Shouyun''s eyes. After leaving a sentence, she turned around and wanted to leave. .


    "I go first!"


    "Wait a moment!"


    Quickly grabbing the opponent''s left hand, Guo Shouyun took out a small box from his pocket and stuffed it into her hand.


    "This is a present for you!"


    "No, I can''t have it!"


    "Good night!"


    Before Molly Bevan could put the box back in again, Guo Shouyun had already stepped back and circled back into the car.


    "Remember to contact us later!"


    After raising his right hand and making a phone call gesture in his ear, Guo Shouyun rolled up the car window and left.


    Looking at the passing car, and then looking at the small blue box in her hand, Molly Bevin hesitated and put it into her pocket.


    The intersection is not far from the Bevan''s bar, and it takes at most five minutes to walk there. Because Exeter City Football Team''s games this year are all over. Major leagues have also entered a rest period. So, there are not many customers in the bar.


    "Molly, have you had dinner?"


    Old Bevin, who was serving wine to the guests, saw his daughter entering the door and quickly said with concern.


    "Dad, Judith and I have already eaten out! ...Do you need me to help you?"


    "No, let''s go up and rest. There aren''t many guests today, so Alexander and I are enough."


    Hearing the boss mention him, a black guy who was cleaning up the trash on the table waved to Molly with a smile.


    After Molly Bevan nodded to the other party, she turned to her father and said, "Then I''ll go up first!"


    "Well! Get some rest early!"


    "understood!"


    After agreeing, Molly Bevin walked lightly to her room on the second floor. After closing the door, she lay on her back on the bed for a while, and involuntarily emerged in her mind, that body is mixed with youthful vigor and experience. After the vicissitudes of life, a young figure full of contradictory temperament.


    Thinking of the last hug and the different feeling that rose from the bottom of her heart, Molly Bevan felt a little hot.


    "Is this what the book says about being in love?" Molly Bevan quickly shook her head, "Impossible, I''ve only known him for less than a week, how could I possibly like him."


    After lying on the bed for a while, flustered and full of contradictions, Molly Bevin reached out and took out the small blue box that Guo Shouwen gave her when he finally left.


    After a bit of hesitation and a bit of anticipation when she opened it, a pair of exquisite ruby ??earrings appeared in her eyes under the pale yellow light in the bedroom.


    "so beautiful!"


    These three words popped up subconsciously in Molly Bevan''s mind.


    A woman''s love for jewelry is innate, and Molly Bevin is no exception. However, in addition to being beautiful, she also saw that the pair of earrings were of great value.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun, who delivered the things, was not there, and she couldn''t find a way to return it. More importantly, she also liked the pair of ruby ??earrings.


    "Next time we meet, I''ll give him another gift of similar value!"


    Thinking of this, Molly Bevan''s entanglement was instantly reduced by half.


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    "Why are you coming back so soon?"


    Christopher Ritter was surprised when he saw Guo Shouyun who came in through the door.


    "Am I going to spend the night outside if I don''t come back?" Guo Shouyun glanced at him angrily.


    "Isn''t it? Bevin is so pretty, you can''t stand it?"


    There was a smile on Christopher''s face that any man could understand.


    "If she''s really my girlfriend, I don''t need you to tell me what to do. But now that the eight characters have not been written, I can''t commit a crime, right?" After a pause, "By the way, help me order one for tomorrow afternoon. Airfare from London to San Francisco."


    "Are you going back?"


    "Well! This time in the UK, all the things that need to be done have been done, and it''s time to return to China. There are still a lot of things in the US waiting for me to deal with! ... How about you, do you want to come with me?"


    "No. I''ll stay in London for a few more days. Take care of the publishing business!" Christopher shook his head.


    "Okay, then I won''t wait for you!"


    "You''re gone, what about your little girlfriend? When you were at Rowling''s house, I could see that you liked her a lot!"


    Guo Shouyun stopped the movement in his hand, and after a moment of silence, he said calmly: "Christopher, when I was young, my adoptive father once told me something like ''You can''t get fish and bear''s paw at the same time, you can only choose between them and take them away. ''!"


    "Very philosophical sentence. So, are you going to choose a career instead of love?" Christopher Ritter said after thinking about it.


    "No! What I want to express is that for me now, career is the most important thing, but it doesn''t mean giving up love. It''s just that 80% of my energy will be devoted to career in the future, and love will be secondary."


    "What if you give 20% of your energy and you can''t get the love you want?"


    "That can only mean that that''s not the feeling I really want!" Guo Shouyun said calmly after a pause.


    "...Okay, I''m not going to tell you that. I''m going to say goodbye to Rowling tomorrow, and I''m going to London. I''m going to rest early. You should go to bed earlier, too."


    "I''ll rest after watching the first part of your "National Treasure"!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, UUkanshu turned around and went back to his room.


    After making a special trip to Rowling''s house to say goodbye, Guo Shouyun turned to London. Because Christopher didn''t book a flight to San Francisco today. So, he has to stay one night in London.


    At noon, after checking in again at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Guo Shouyun, who was about to go down for lunch, was stopped by the lobby manager as soon as he walked to the hotel lobby.


    "Hello, sir. Are you Mr. Bruce Guo?"


    "I''m!"


    "Then did you check in with us fifteen days ago?"


    "Yes, I stayed with you for four days half a month ago!"


    "That''s right! We have a postcard here from a gentleman surnamed Chen, and he specifically explained to us that if we see you again, we must hand it to you in person!"


    "The last name is Chen?" After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun suddenly said, "Is his name Chen Zhen?"


    "Yes!"


    After thinking about it, the lobby manager nodded affirmatively.


    "Where''s the stuff?"


    "Please wait a moment, I''ll get it for you!"


    "OK, thanks!"


    "You''re welcome!"


    Looking at the lobby manager who turned and left, Guo Shouyun remembered the straightforward young man who had known each other for less than a day, fought together and entered the classroom.


    Because his mobile phone was broken during a fight in the restaurant, he did not leave the contact information of the other party later. Later, he quickly diverted to Exeter with Christopher, and he forgot about the other party when he was so focused on Rowling. After all, everyone met by chance, and the friendship was not deep, and Guo Shouyun didn''t take it too seriously.


    However, he never thought that the other party still remembered him, which made him a little ashamed.

 Chapter 31： Fahrenheit Restaurant

    Chapter 31 Fahrenheit Restaurant


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    "Mr. Guo, this is the postcard that Mr. Chen Zhen left with us, please check it!"


    "OK, thanks!"


    "You''re welcome!"


    After the lobby manager left, Guo Shouyun opened the postcard, and there were not many words on it.


    "Old Guo, I''m going back to China! I wanted to come over to say goodbye to you, but I never thought that you had left the hotel. It''s a pity! Just in case, I left this postcard at the front desk of the hotel and attached it to me. your MSN and Yahoo email addresses, if you can see it, please contact me. Your ''prisoner'' Chen Zhen!"


    "Prisoner? That''s the name!"


    After reading it, Guo Shouyun was a little moved, but he couldn''t help laughing.


    After scrutinizing the MSN and Yahoo email addresses above, I cherished the postcard and put it in my pocket.


    After packing these up, he was about to turn into the hotel restaurant, but he couldn''t help thinking of the Fahrenheit restaurant where he and Chen Zhen had a fight.


    Thinking of the authentic Chinese food, Guo Shouyun''s appetite quickly filled his mind. There was nothing left or right, he turned around and left the Waldorf Astoria without any hesitation, stopped a taxi, and came to the place where he ate last time.


    But to his surprise, the place hasn''t changed, but the Fahrenheit sign has disappeared. And the glass on the door and the window was shattered and scattered on the floor. Looking in through the window lattice, the floor, tables, chairs and benches are full of garbage, and in the summer heat, there is an unpleasant odor.


    This diametrically opposite change made Guo Shouyun frown.


    Just at this time, a Chinese aunt who seemed to be returning from shopping passed by, Guo Shouyun hurriedly stepped forward to stop the other party.


    The aunt hurriedly took a few steps back, looking very alert, but Guo Shouyun''s obvious East Asian appearance made her face a little relaxed.


    "Hello, Auntie. Why is the Fahrenheit restaurant closed here?"


    Guo Shouyun''s standard Mandarin made most of the alertness on the old aunt''s face disappear. In a foreign country, hearing the local dialect will make people feel extra friendly.


    "Young man, do you know old man Hua?"


    Aunt''s HN words are not difficult to understand. After realizing that the old man Hua she was talking about was the old man who cooked, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "I know, I used to come here often to eat his dishes, the taste is very good!"


    "Old Man Hua is really good at cooking!" After complimenting her, the aunt shook her head regretfully, "What a pity! Those **** black-skinned hooligans ruined the restaurant of Old Man Hua''s house!"


    "Black-skinned hooligan?"


    "Yeah! Some time ago, I don''t know how old man Hua''s son offended these beasts. They come here every three days to make trouble, either smashing windows or throwing big feces in the room. After a long time, who will come to eat? Without guests, Isn''t the business of this restaurant going down!" The aunt said angrily.


    "I remember that Mr. Hua''s son is quite capable of fighting?"


    "It''s quite good at beating. I once saw him beat the **** out of the black-skinned hooligans who came to the door." Speaking of this, the aunt''s face showed a happy look of ''finally someone taught these hooligans'', but soon regretted sighed.


    "...Unfortunately, the King of Hell is easy to mess with, and the little devil is hard to deal with. Old man Hua''s son is amazing, but these people singled out at night when the two of them are resting, and they run away after smashing things. You spend money to fix it, and they will come again. Sigh , Jinshan Yinshan can''t stand such a toss!"


    "Don''t the police care?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "Come on? Do you think the police in the UK are the same as ours? It''s dark! And when the police arrive, those beasts will be gone."


    Guo Shouyun nodded silently. Flat-headed people have no power and no power, and it is too much of a disadvantage to fight against these underworld forces. If it weren''t for Hua Lei''s kung fu, it is estimated that he would have been maimed by these people long ago.


    "Young man, are you an acquaintance of old man Hua? I know where they live. I''ll take you there?"


    "Row!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    It seemed that this aunt had not met her fellow Chinese for a long time, so she dragged Guo Shouyun and chatted all the way.


    "That''s it. Go up through this door, room 2 on the third floor. They probably haven''t moved out yet!"


    "Thank you, Auntie!"


    "You''re welcome. It''s been a long time since I chatted with people so happily! Alas, if it wasn''t for my son, I wouldn''t be here in the UK for a long time!" The aunt sighed, shook her head, and carried a vegetable basket towards the opposite door. go.


    "Auntie, walk slowly!"


    Aunt didn''t look back. She raised her hand and waved it casually, and disappeared in the corner of the corridor with some staggering steps.


    Withdrawing his gaze, he turned his head and looked at the urban village in front of him, which was similar to a big city in China. A large part of the wall was peeled off, the bricks were exposed, and there were ghost characters that were incomprehensible in many places. There were piles of garbage in the corners. building. Guo Shouyun stepped in.


    Because of the disrepair, the stairs in the corridor are badly damaged, and there is no light at all. Even in the daytime, the corridor seemed a little dark, almost in time for a horror movie scene.


    According to the instructions of the aunt just now, Guo Shouyun found room 302. UU reading www.uukanshu. Com looking at the mottled wooden door, after making sure that he was in the right place, he raised his hand and knocked on the door.


    After a while, there was no movement, Guo Shouyun frowned, just as he was about to knock again. The hand had just been raised, and the originally closed door was violently pulled open from the inside with a ''bang''.


    "You bastards...!"


    With the sound of fury, a fierce sound of breaking wind rang in Guo Shouyun''s ears.


    "benefactor?"


    Looking at the big man with a surprised face, and then looking at the baseball bat held by his right hand, less than 10 centimeters away from the top of his head, the back of the spine was cold, and fine cold sweat broke out from Guo Shouyun''s forehead.


    With Hua Lei''s physique, he would have suffered a severe concussion at the lightest level, and I won''t mention the most serious one. According to the proper report from the King of Hell, his name was listed on the book of life and death!


    "Benefactor, I didn''t know it was you! I thought it was those **** who came to harass me again!"


    Hua Lei panicked and quickly put away the stick.


    Looking at the apologetic, seven-foot-tall burly man, like a child who made a mistake, he was at a loss. What else can Guo Shouyun say? Shaking his head, he can only count himself unlucky. Fortunately, in the misfortune, he was unscathed after all.


    "What about Uncle Hua?"


    "Dad is resting inside! ... Come in!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he stepped into the room.


    This is an old one-bedroom, one-bedroom, one-bathroom house, and the total of the three rooms does not exceed 50 square meters. In addition to the kitchen and bathroom, the two of them put a wooden bed with a broken leg in the living room, and a floor bunk on the ground next to it. Judging from the size, it was obvious that Hua Lei slept there.


    There are also some cooking tools and oil and salt seasonings in the spare parts of the kitchen and bedroom, apparently moved from the restaurant.

 Chapter 32： Simple and honest Fahrenheit father and son

    Chapter 32 The Honest Fahrenheit Father and Son


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    "What happened to Uncle Hua?"


    Looking at the old man lying on the bed with a white gauze wrapped around his head, his face pale and haggard, and falling into a deep sleep, Guo Shouyun frowned and said in a worried tone.


    "It''s all those **** bastards. When I was out looking for work, they came and injured my father. That''s why I just took the stick...!" Glancing at Guo Shouyun, Hua Lei didn''t say any more. But Guo Shouyun understood that if it wasn''t him who came, but the black-skinned thugs, Hua Lei''s stick would probably be defeated.


    "Why do those people keep bothering you?"


    "When I was working on the construction site last time, I beat up a boss!" Hua Lei''s face showed a trace of regret.


    "why?"


    "He deducted my wages and called us yellow-skinned pigs! I beat him because I was angry!" Hua Lei said angrily.


    After nodding clearly, "Do you and Uncle Hua have permanent residency in the UK?"


    "What is permanent residency?"


    Looking at Hua Lei, who was scratching his head with confusion on his face, Guo Shouyun twitched the corners of his mouth.


    "Then how did you come to England?"


    "There is a man in my hometown who works in the UK. He came back last year and told us that it is easy to make money here, and the annual salary is several times that of our country. Originally, I thought it was far away. I wanted to come over. But God didn''t open my eyes. My baby was sick and needed a lot of money to see a doctor.


    "It turns out to be like this, no wonder! But the last time we fought in a restaurant, when the police came to the restaurant, I think you all have documents, don''t you?"


    "It was a fake certificate that someone gave me when I first came here. I don''t even know its name. He just told me that if the police investigate, they will take it out!"


    "This is really a genius. Even the police can be fooled by a fake certificate. ... By the way, what kind of disease does your child have?"


    "leukemia!"


    There was a deep sadness on Hua Lei''s rough face.


    "Don''t be sad. Now that medicine is very developed, as long as children''s leukemia is detected early, the cure rate is still very high."


    "That''s what the doctor told me, too." Hua Lei nodded, but he couldn''t get rid of the deep worry on his face with the rigid Chinese characters.


    "How much money is there now?"


    "It''s still 180,000!" Hua Lei, who had no complicated thoughts, said directly.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he continued: "When I came here just now, I saw that your restaurant was closed. What are you going to do in the future?"


    "My father said that there are some black gangsters in London, and we can''t stay any longer. So we''re going to pack up and go to a place to the north called Man... Man what!"


    "Manchester!"


    "That''s right, it''s called Manchester! My pig head, I can''t always remember it!" Hua Lei patted the back of his head angrily.


    After nodding clearly, Guo Shouyun looked at the sturdy man who was over 1.9 meters tall and said, "Hua Lei, last time you were in a restaurant, I think you are quite good at fighting, have you learned kung fu before?"


    "Yeah!...My hometown is Cangzhou, Jizhou. When I was young, I was weak and always sick. My father asked me to learn the skills from the martial masters in the village. I learned it for 16 years, and I still haven''t let it go!" Hua Lei With his head held high, a rare confidence and pride appeared on his face.


    Cangzhou, Hebei Province, the most famous hometown of martial arts in China, Guo Shouyun still knows this.


    "What kind of kung fu did you learn?"


    "My master said that our school is inherited from Patriarch Huo Diange, and we practice Huo''s Bajiquan!"


    Guo Shouyun has read thousands of online novels in his previous life, and he is no stranger to Huo Diange or Huo''s Bajiquan.


    "How much can you play alone now?" Guo Shouyun said with great interest.


    Hua Lei scratched his head, "I don''t know either. When I left the school, the master specifically explained to me that Bajiquan would hurt people as soon as I made a move. When those **** came to the restaurant to make trouble, they happened to be hit by me, and I knocked down more than 20 of them easily!"


    Looking at the proud man in front of him, Guo Shouyun was surprised with a thoughtful look on his face.


    "what��!"


    At this moment, a moan sounded in Guo Shouyun''s ear.


    Turning around, Mr. Hua, who had been lying on the bed before, happened to turn over and woke up at this moment.


    "Father, are you awake? How are you, do you feel better?"


    "It''s much better. Lei Zi, those **** **** didn''t make trouble again, right?" The old man''s face showed strong resentment and worry.


    "No. Dad, who do you think is here?"


    His eyes full of vicissitudes noticed Guo Shouyun standing on the side, and the old man''s face showed a strong color of gratitude.


    "Lady, it''s you! Thank you for what happened last time!"


    "You''re welcome! We are all Chinese, and we should help each other when we encounter difficulties overseas." After a pause, Guo Shouyun threw out the idea he had just thought of, "Mr Hua, when I was chatting with Hua Lei just now , He told me all the reasons for your coming to the UK. I thought about it, and I can help you cover the medical expenses your grandson needs to see a doctor. "


    The father and son both widened their eyes at the same time.


    "Lady, you... are you serious?"


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    "Lei Zi, hurry up, hurry up and kowtow three times to your benefactor!" In addition to being excited, the old man patted Hua Lei''s arm vigorously. The latter heard the words and was about to kneel in front of Guo Shouyun on the spot.


    "Don''t, don''t!"


    Guo Shouyun was startled, and quickly grabbed Hua Lei, who was about to kneel. Fortunately, he played basketball, and his physique was not weak, otherwise he would not have been able to hold the fierce and strong man Hua Lei.


    Looking at the simple father and son, Guo Shouyun felt their sincerity in his heart. Therefore, no longer hide their thoughts.


    "Uncle Hua, I also have my own considerations for helping you. You don''t know, I am not a Chinese national, but a Chinese with American nationality. I have a small fortune, but I lack a bodyguard. I think Hua Lei is quite suitable. So I want to keep him by my side. Of course, you don''t have to worry about the separation of your father and son. After I send the money, you will first treat your child''s illness in China. Then, I will send someone to pick up your family. The United States. I will help you solve the problem of the permanent residence permit. As for your living needs, I think the salary I offer Hua Lei is enough for your family to drink old snacks!"


    It was Guo Shouyun''s idea to keep Hua Lei by his side as his bodyguard.


    Now, with the gains in gambling, he can be considered a wealthy person. You really need someone by your side who can keep you safe.


    Moreover, as far as Hua Lei is concerned, whether it is his tyrannical force or his simple character, Guo Shouyun can have enough trust in him!


    "Lady, I don''t understand a little, can you say it again?" The old man was excited but couldn''t help but be a little confused.


    "Uncle Hua, I said I want Hua Lei to be a bodyguard by my side?"


    Guo Shouyun said simply and clearly.


    "What is a bodyguard?"


    Looking at the confused father and son, Guo Shouyun felt helpless. But he could understand. Two thousand years of China, many places do not even have a TV! Their access to information is rather narrow.


    "Bodyguard means guard!"


    After thinking about it, combined with what he knew about China''s national conditions, Guo Shouyun found a relatively easy-to-understand term. Sure enough, this time, the faces of the Fahrenheit father and son showed a sudden look.


    Fortunately, he was reborn, otherwise this communication would really be a barrier.


    "That''s fine, I have Lei Zi''s body, UU reading and this kung fu, it''s definitely a good material to be a security guard!"


    In line with his father''s praise, although he was a little embarrassed, Hua Lei couldn''t help but stick out his chest and protrude his belly in a mighty manner! Guo Shouyun, who only looked at it, couldn''t help but be a little unsightly.


    "Uncle Hua, how is your health now? Can you get out of bed?" Guo Shouyun said after nodding with a smile.


    "Yes, I can!"


    The old man lifted the blanket on his body and got off the bed neatly. After unraveling the knot in his heart, his entire mental state has improved a lot.


    "That''s good! Just pack your luggage first. We''ll find a place for lunch later. I''ll transfer the money to your domestic bank account in the afternoon, so don''t delay your child''s medical treatment!"


    "Lady, I thank you! My little grandson is the only seedling of my Laohua family!"


    Seeing that the old man was excited and wanted to kneel, Guo Shouyun couldn''t bear it, so he quickly reached out to support him.


    "Don''t be like this, it''s my birthday, get up!"


    After helping the old man up, Guo Shouyun persuaded him, and after calming the emotions of the father and son, he helped them pack up. But what made him helpless next was that the two seemed to want to remove everything that could be used. Pots and pans, clothes and shoes that can still be worn, half-pulled soy sauce and vinegar, nothing to eat or use.


    There was no way, Guo Shouyun had to use the excuse of not being allowed to take the plane, and it took a lot of words to persuade them to give up most of them. Even so, they sorted out two large snakeskin bags. In the end, the two of them didn''t waste anything, and distributed the remaining useful things to their neighbors who had helped them before, and this was the end.


    Because the Fahrenheit father and son had long planned to move out, the rent was almost due. It saved Guo Shouyun from having to spend more time talking.

 Chapter 33： Kwok Charitable Foundation

    Chapter 33 Guo''s Charity Foundation


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    Going downstairs, Guo Shouyun sighed inwardly, looking at the two large snakeskin bags under Hua Lei''s strong and powerful arms. He knew very well that he didn''t want to hit a taxi like this. Also, going to a restaurant to eat is difficult. But fortunately, he still remembered the phone number of the car rental company he had used last time. He called and rented a Grand Cherokee and told the other party the address before the problem was solved.


    Left the luggage in the car and finished lunch with the two of them. Ask them for an account number, find the ICBC office in London, and send the money there. At the back, he found a ready-to-wear store, and after changing their outfits, Guo Shouyun took them to the police station.


    First get a ''lost item notice'' from them, and then go to the embassy to re-apply for passports and tourist visas. However, when I came out of the police station, it was already evening, and the embassy was off work. So, we have to wait until tomorrow.


    Guo Shouyun, who had lost his passport when traveling abroad in his previous life, knew very well the urination of those people in the embassy, ??so after arranging the residence of Fahrenheit and his son, he called Christopher Ritter, who returned to Exeter, and used him at night. The company''s computer, PS a copy of two tourist visas and passport copies. Then, using the hacking skills he mastered, he hacked into the computer system of the embassy, ??added the data of the two and the entry and exit records, and closed the computer with satisfaction.


    "It was the first time after my rebirth that I used the computer capabilities corresponding to my master''s in computer science from Stanford University. I didn''t use it for software development, but I used it here. It''s really a waste of time!"


    Boredom sent a few words of emotion, and after calling Christopher back, Guo Shouyun returned to the hotel to rest.


    After having breakfast the next day, I took Fahrenheit and his son to the embassy. With the previous preparations and Guo Shouyun himself as a guarantor, after enduring the scorn of the embassy staff, the problem was finally solved.


    However, for this matter, Guo Shouyun could not help but stay in London for a few more days.


    "Mr. Guo, this time we really depend on you! You are really the benefactor of our Hua family, how can we thank you!"


    Before boarding the plane, Mr. Hua took Guo Shouyun''s arm and said with sincere gratitude.


    "Uncle Hua, if you are polite, you don''t need to say it again. Remember what I said before. When you arrive in the capital, first take care of the child''s illness. Then call me or send me an email. If you don''t know how to use a computer, spend some money and let me know. Someone send it to me. After receiving the news, I will send someone to bring your family to the United States."


    "Well, we remember it!" The old man nodded solemnly.


    "That''s good, it''s almost time, you all get on the plane!"


    "Then let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and waved his hand, looking at the Fahrenheit father and son with bags in their hands, and slowly walked into the boarding aisle with the flow of people.


    It wasn''t until their backs disappeared that Guo Shouyun let out a sigh of relief and finally resolved the matter. When the Fahrenheit father and son landed in the capital, even if the information he changed was exposed, it would be impossible to send them back to the UK. After all, after all, the Fahrenheit father and son are still Chinese people of Chinese nationality.


    "I should go too, there are still a lot of things to be busy with!"


    Looking at the busy airport, Guo Shouyun walked into another boarding passage with the bag in his hand.


    From London to San Francisco, across the Atlantic and North America. More than ten hours later, when Guo Shouyun got off the plane with a little tiredness, he had already arrived at San Francisco International Airport.


    Seeing this again, in addition to being familiar with it, Guo Shouyun felt a little more smug in his heart. Including the 80 million loans, the total amount of funds of 345 million US dollars is enough for him to do a big job for the time being.


    "boss!"


    Seeing Wendy standing outside the cordon, smiling and waving at her, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded at her, then strode over. The combination of handsome guys and beauties inevitably attracted the attention of everyone around.


    After leaving the airport, put the luggage in the trunk, and on the way back to the company, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but ask.


    "How are the negotiations with Kleiner Perkins and Sequoia going?"


    ��We are talking about the 6.5% Google stake held by Kleiner Perkins at $18 million. Sequoia Capital has talked about it a few times, but Michael Moretz, head of Fund 3, which is in charge of investing in the technology sector, We have rejected our offer three times in a row!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded thoughtfully, "Do you think there is still room to lower the price of the Google shares held by Kleiner Perkins Huaying?"


    "Yes! Now the entire Nasdaq is still falling, and every month, a large number of Internet companies fail. The panic formed in the market is enough to destroy the confidence of most investment companies in the future of the Internet. Therefore, unless it is Yahoo, For a company like Ebay that has already made a profit, otherwise there is no Internet company that cannot be sold. And Google has not made a profit so far, which gives us further room to lower the price!��


    Looking at Wendy Solo with a confident look, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "What about Sequoia Capital?"


    "Through a few contacts, we found that Michael Moretz, a man who has a lot of confidence in the future of the Internet, is also very interested in Google''s equity. And, according to the intelligence we got from Sequoia Capital, the last time Google The Series B financing of the company is due to this person''s efforts. So if you want to convince him, I''m afraid it will be difficult!" Wendy calmly analyzed with frowning beautiful brows.


    "Michael Moretz, I seem to have heard this name there!" After frowning and thinking for a while, he couldn''t remember it for a while, "Does the company have information on this person?"


    "Yes! We specially found someone to buy it from ''Heidrick & Struggles''!"


    Heidrick & Struggles, as one of the "Big Five" in the world''s headhunting industry, has a detailed profile of cutting-edge talents.


    "Bring it to me when you go back to the company!"


    "Yes!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun continued: "Since it is so difficult to convince this Michael Moritz, have you prepared a second plan?"


    "Prepare! We are collecting information on Sequoia Capital CEO Don Valentine. Judging from some of the information we have so far, this person is not optimistic about the development of the Internet. Instead, he has proven himself to Apple, Oracle and Cisco. , and has a compelling ROI, and is interested in a competitive high-tech company in the industry. Maybe we can open a breakthrough from here!��


    "Is the curve roundabout? Not bad!" Guo Shouyun nodded. "Like Sequoia Capital, it takes half a month. By June 15th at the latest, the Google equity in the hands of these two investment institutions must be taken down."


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, Andy Bettelsheim, the co-founder of Google, still has 3.25% of the shares in his hands. You also bought it for me! This acquisition shouldn''t be too difficult."


    Wendy Solo glanced at Guo Shouyun. Although she didn''t know why the young boss attached so much importance to Google, she nodded earnestly out of duty.


    "Boss, shall we take you home first, or...?"


    "It''s still early, go directly to the company!" Guo Shouyun said.


    And he didn''t have much luggage, so he didn''t need to go home again.


    Going directly to the company, he brought Tim George and Martin Alexander, and after inquiring about the company''s situation, Wendy Solo brought the information that Guo Shouyun asked for.


    "Michael Moretz, it''s him, no wonder it sounds so familiar?"


    Looking at the information about Michael Moritz of Sequoia Capital written on the document, Guo Shouyun''s face showed a hint of surprise. In later generations, along with this person''s success in investing in Google, Paypal and Yahoo, with Don Valentine, the founder of Sequoia Capital who invested in Apple, Cisco and Oracle, and Arthur Locke who invested in Intel in his early years, Kleiner Huaying''s John Doerr is also known as the ''Four Kings'' of the venture capital industry. When Guo Shouyun was at NetEase in his previous life, he also wrote a soft article dedicated to introducing these four people, so he has a deep memory!


    Looking at the information, after walking around the office, a thought flashed across Guo Shouyun''s face. After a long time, he pressed the phone on the table.


    "Wendy?"


    "boss!"


    "You make an appointment for Michael Moretz and say I want to see him!"


    "Understood. In terms of time, do you have any arrangements?"


    "No, after you make an appointment, just call me directly!"


    "OK!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun remembered another thing, took out his mobile phone and found George Davis.


    It didn''t take long for the top business lawyer who had become LinkedIn''s legal advisor to push open the glass door of Guo Shouyun''s office.


    "George, how''s the business I asked you to do?"


    Everyone is already familiar with it, so Guo Shouyun went straight to the point as soon as he came up.


    "It''s done!" With that said, George Davis opened his briefcase and took out a thick document and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    "This is all the information of the ''Guo''s Charity Foundation''. According to your request, it has been clearly written in the foundation registration entry. You are the only executor of the ''Guo''s Charity Foundation''. You have The right to decide all the decisions of the foundation, including the transfer and inheritance of the management rights of the foundation. If you have an accident, the executor of the Guo''s Charity Fund must be selected from your immediate descendants who are related to you. In addition, ''Guo''s Charity The fund''s donation targets are the medical and educational industries, including funding non-profit scientific research institutions to study major human diseases, investing in welfare hospitals, and providing medical subsidies to low-income groups; donating university scholarship funds to support poor students to study and study abroad, etc. !"

 Chapter 34： 2nd Gold Mine

    Chapter 34 The Second Gold Mine


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    The establishment of the ''Guo''s Charity Foundation'' was Guo Shouyun''s strategy before going to the UK. Tax avoidance is only one aspect, and the other is the need to integrate into American society.


    The rationale for tax avoidance is simple. In the United States, private charitable foundations only need to pay 1-2% of the federal tax, and 5% of their annual net income is invested in charity, and they do not need to pay or spend any funds. If Guo Shouyun wants to hand over the charitable fund to his next generation, he does not need to pay high inheritance tax and gift tax.


    Of course, private charitable funds can avoid taxes, but that doesn''t mean you can use them without scruples. According to the U.S. Constitution and the well-known principle that "if you want to avoid tax, you must make every part of the tax avoidance assets clearly and verifiable", donations, income, and expenditures of charitable funds must be clearly verifiable, and publicized to allow the public to Supervision. Therefore, those who use the money of charitable funds to buy luxury cars, yachts, live in luxury villas, and be happy with Hollywood actresses, and at the same time avoid paying taxes.


    In addition, in the United States, many millionaires and wealthy people are happy to donate the money they have earned throughout their lives to charities for social good. In America, philanthropy is a culture. Many Americans believe that people in the world are stewards to manage the wealth entrusted to them by God. They are not the real owners of wealth, and they cannot bring it with life or death. Many wealthy Americans agree with Carnegie: "It''s a disgrace that a man dies with a fortune."


    Lambert, a famous American economic commentator, said: "In the United States, you can have a lot of money, but you have to give something back, and someone has to notice, otherwise you will never become a real big man. In the United States, people do not Adore the rich, but admire the rich who give back to society.��


    Regardless of how many truths there are in these statements and moral standards, how many have to be done in order to avoid high inheritance and gift taxes. In conclusion, for nearly a century, American society has developed a culture of charitable giving.


    If Guo Shouyun wants to develop and expand his career in the United States, he must integrate into this culture. That''s how everyone plays, you can''t make yourself look too unique.


    In the end, only ''private charitable funds'' can give him more control over funds under the existing conditions. As for ownership, in the case of permanent use of dominance, ownership becomes less important.


    After reading the entire document carefully, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "George, I want to ask you a question. If it is an overseas company or institution that donates to a non-profit charitable organization in the United States, does it not have to comply with the Federal Constitution''s 10% income tax credit for the operating income of the profit-making organization?"


    "certainly!"


    "I have no problem. Thank you for your hard work during this time, go back and rest!" Guo Shouyun nodded and smiled.


    George Davis nodded, turned and walked out.


    After the office was quiet again, Guo Shouyun leaned back on the chair and thought for a while, then opened Phoenix Capital''s account in Swiss Bank, and transferred $5 million of the $345 million to the account of the "Guo''s Charity Fund" in Wells Fargo. This turn is like a donation!


    He set up the ''Guo''s Charity Fund'', which is mostly out of consideration for tax avoidance of his own income in the United States in the future. As for the gambling, it belongs to foreign income. He is not stupid, how could he take the initiative to transfer into the domestic account in the United States and let the tax bureau exploit him? Anyway, Uncle Sam is still turning a blind eye to UBS. After 14 years of raising the butcher''s knife, his gray income will have been washed away.


    Guo Shouyun originally wanted to transfer $80 million into Google''s account and put 40% of Google''s equity in his pocket, but he stopped after thinking about it.


    "Anyway, there''s still a month left. When Kleiner Perkins and Sequoia Capital get it done, it''s not too late to transfer! If there is no money, Sergey Brin and Larry Page can stay calm. ."


    After playing two future collaborators with the greatest malicious speculation, Guo Shouyun turned off the computer.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Hearing the phone ringing, Guo Shouyun glanced at the caller ID and pressed the answer button.


    "Hey, Bruce, have you gotten off the plane?" Christopher Ritter''s voice came clearly from the phone.


    "Just got off! How about you, still in London?"


    "Well, I''ll go back the day after tomorrow! By the way, the publication of your three sets of books has been arranged now. It will be officially released in three days."


    Guo Shouyun''s heart beat a little, and his breathing was a little short.


    Although his income in the football lottery is huge, it is only a one-off deal, once or twice a year. In contrast, writing is the real trickle. And with the accumulation of his works, it will become more and more rich.


    A set of "Fifty Shades of Grey" makes a middle-aged James worth over 100 million in less than two years. A set of "Harry Potter" turned single mother Rowling into a billionaire sister. In the United States, best-selling authors earn ten times more than their Chinese counterparts. Guo Shouyun, who has hundreds of best-selling novels and movie outlines in his head, sees writing as the second biggest gold mine after gambling!


    After calming down a little bit of excitement, "How many copies were printed? How to promote it? How much is each set?"


    "The Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy was priced at $45 and 300,000 copies were printed; the Fifty Shades of Grey trilogy was priced at $48 and 50,000 copies were temporarily printed; Fantastic Beasts: Hate in New York was priced at 20 Dollars, 1 million copies printed! Oh, by the way, your "National Treasure Declaration of Independence" is still in the design of the board, and it will be delayed for a week for publication!"


    "...As for the marketing strategy, we plan to launch Fantastic Beasts: The Hate of New York first with the prequel of "Harry Potter", so as to arouse more curiosity and purchase desire among readers. In addition, Rowling also Promised to promote you on her blog. Plus the quality of the book itself makes it easy to raise your profile. When you have enough visibility, Pirates of the Caribbean and Fifty Shades of Grey ", will naturally attract more readers'' attention."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, Christopher''s marketing strategy idea is correct, which can also save a lot of promotion costs. However, as can be seen from the number of prints of the three sets of books, he still has little confidence in the sales market of "Fifty Shades of Grey". If it weren''t for the fact that Guo Shouyun is the major shareholder of Jingyu Bird Publishing Company, and the quality of several other works is very high, I am afraid that "Fifty Shades of Grey" will not even have a printing volume of 50,000 sets.


    "Forget it, let the market prove everything!" Guo Shouyun shook his head in his heart and gave up the idea of ??lobbying Christopher to print "Fifty Shades of Grey".


    "I see! The publication will be handed over to you. If there is good news, please notify me."


    "Do not worry!"


    "Then first, I''m hanging up!"


    After putting down the phone and turning on the computer, he entered his Yahoo mailbox, added Chen Zhen''s mailbox, and sent an email. Then he opened Molly Bevan''s mailbox and sent an ambiguous email! Guo Shouyun thought of Zhang Yi''s anger and affection, and he was somewhat looking forward to the other party''s reaction after seeing this email. However, falling in love is not what he should think about most now.


    "Almost forgot about this eldest lady!"


    He quickly turned on the computer, entered the account of ''Phoenix Capital'', took out 20 million US dollars from it, and transferred it to the account of ''Guo''s Agricultural Company''.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Not long after, the ringtone of UU Reading rang again. Guo Shouyun didn''t need to look to know who it was.


    "Hey, Bruce, I just received a text message from the bank that an institution called ''Phoenix Capital'' transferred $20 million to our company account!" Katherine Lincoln''s voice was full of anger.


    "I know, that''s my turn!"


    "When did you have a company called ''Phoenix Capital'' under your name? Why haven''t you mentioned it before?"


    "Catherine, since you went to Harvard, we haven''t seen each other for a long time. It''s normal for you not to know about me!"


    "Bruce, don''t try to prevaricate me. It''s been less than half a year since the last Christmas, and you''ve made 20 million in half a year? ... Wait, aren''t you...?" Catherine''s tone showed concern and suspicion.


    "I know what you want to say. Don''t worry, there''s no problem with the money coming in. Forget it, I can''t explain a sentence or two right now. I''ll explain it to you face to face when I get a chance...!" Guo Shouyun interrupted quickly.


    However, before he finished speaking, he was interrupted by Catherine again.


    "I also want to hear from you in person. At seven o''clock tonight, the ''CrabHouse'' restaurant in Fisherman''s Wharf in San Francisco, you have a treat! Don''t be late! ... Dudu!"


    Listening to the blind tone in the phone''s microphone, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but smile bitterly.


    "This fierce girl! After so many years, this domineering temper has not changed!"


    Shaking his head slightly, he put down his phone and checked the time. There are still four and a half hours before the appointment with Catherine. Guo Shouyun, who slept well in the first-class cabin last night, didn''t feel tired at all even though he had been on the plane for most of the day.


    With nothing to do, he turned on the computer and continued to complete "Smart: Ghost Recording", which he had already written halfway through!

 Chapter 35： Racked Explanation

    Chapter 35 Racked Explanation


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    The concept of "Fisherman''s Wharf" comes from the Fisherman''s Wharf in San Francisco, which used to be a port for fishermen to go fishing. Located at the intersection of Jefferson Street and Taylor Street, it is one of the symbols of San Francisco.


    There are a lot of shopping centers here, the sellers of "San Francisco Crab" are lined up on the street, and the performances of musicians and artists on the street are also one after another. Fisherman''s Wharf has become a popular tourist attraction in San Francisco.


    For most locals, sightseeing comes second, with the delicious Dungeness crab and clam soup being the main reason they come here again and again.


    Guo Shouyun had heard about this place for a long time. However, he doesn''t have a unique hobby for seafood, so he doesn''t come here often.


    "here!"


    Looking at Catherine beckoning, Guo Shouyun hurried over.


    "Don''t you know it''s rude to make a lady wait more than twenty minutes?"


    Before I could sit down, the voice of complaining was already ringing in my ears.


    "I don''t want to, but who made me run into a traffic jam so unlucky!" Guo Shouyun shrugged helplessly, "By the way, did you order food?"


    "How could I order food if you didn''t come! However, in order to punish you for being late, you will pay for this meal!"


    "OK, no problem!"


    The two grew up together and knew each other''s preferences very well, and they didn''t need those hypocritical courtesy, and they quickly ordered the food they wanted to eat.


    "Tell me, what''s going on with the $20 million and Phoenix Capital?" Catherine went straight to the point.


    "Can we finish our meal before we talk about this?" Guo Shouyun said helplessly.


    "No. If you don''t make it clear, do you think I had a good meal?" Catherine, who was stubborn, unceremoniously dismissed Guo Shouyun''s idea of ??procrastinating.


    "Okay, okay! Since you want to know so much, then I''ll tell you." After organizing the language, Guo Shouyun took out the pretext he thought up in advance.


    "Catherine, you know. I love studying numbers and computers, and I love playing basketball...!"


    "Hey, if it wasn''t that playing basketball would make you look handsome and cool, and then attract those brainless and big-breasted women to give him a hug, would you play basketball?" Catherine, who knew Guo Shouyun well, said with unceremonious contempt.


    "Cough cough!"


    By coughing, Guo Shouyun concealed his embarrassment. From what he seems to have inherited from Bruce Guo, the original intention of his joining the basketball team was really this.


    "Catherine, everyone is young and ignorant, right? Also, do you still want to hear me continue?"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s tendency to become angry, Catherine pouted and made a continuing gesture.


    After finally passing this period, Guo Shouyun also continued: "When I was bored some time ago, I developed a statistical software about the wins and scores of the NCAA basketball finals each year, and it also has a certain analysis function. Later, I went to visit Rowling in the UK. ����


    "Wait, you went to England to visit Rowling? Didn''t you say you were traveling to England to relax?"


    "Uh!"


    Guo Shouyun touched his nose a little embarrassedly, but he really said that at the time. Otherwise, if he told the truth, with Catherine''s temperament, she would never let herself go without asking clearly. At that time, time was pressing. For his original capital accumulation plan and his long-term goal of winning Rowling, Guo Shouyun made up a random reason why he needed to relax after a breakup, and went to the UK.


    "You dare lie to me?"


    Looking at the woman with wide-eyed glaring eyes on the opposite side, many bad memories of childhood immediately emerged in his mind, Guo Shouyun waved his hand almost subconsciously.


    "Catherine, listen to my explanation. I can''t help it either. I wrote a fantasy novel related to "Harry Potter", and I want to get J.K. Rowling''s authorization. But I''m not sure I can succeed. Everything is fine. If I don''t succeed and you laugh at me, it will make me lose face, so I''ll just make up a reason to prevaricate it!"


    After looking at Guo Shouyun for nearly two minutes with straight eyes, Catherine nodded slowly.


    "This reason is barely acceptable."


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but breathe a sigh of relief. Affected by those memories of Bruce Guo, he is now also a little afraid of this violent woman with a black belt in Taekwondo.


    "But if you lie to me again in the future, no matter what the reason is, you will never be forgiven."


    "OK, no problem!"


    Guo Shouyun immediately assured.


    "Okay, now let''s talk about your novel? Listen to your tone just now, did it work?" Catherine, who transformed from a lioness to a Persian cat, leaned back on the chair lazily, staring at Guo Shouyun and asked.


    "Hmm! It will be published in three days!"


    He glanced at Fa Xiao opposite him in surprise, "Really?"


    "of course, I��!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was about to say, "When did I lie?" suddenly remembered that he seemed to have just lied to the violent woman in front of him, so he stopped. Fortunately, Catherine''s attention has been shifted to the book he wrote, so she didn''t pay attention to this slip of the tongue.


    "I didn''t expect you to have a talent for writing!?"


    After looking at Guo Shouyun with great interest, Catherine nodded slightly. In contrast, she is more accepting of this. After all, Guo Shouyun has been wearing the halo of ''genius'' since he was a child. Whether it is academics, hobbies, or extracurricular activities, they are the best among their peers.


    This peer is not aimed at ordinary peers, but Huck Middle School in the top 50 in the United States. In Catherine''s memory, Guo Shouyun has always been the top person in the school.


    "By the way, what''s the name of your new book?"


    "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, it''s a series, and now I just finished the first part, and I haven''t even started the second part yet!"


    "Remember to give me a copy after publication! Let me appreciate your masterpiece too!" Catherine nodded and said.


    "no problem!"


    "Now continue talking about the 20 million?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, he also knew that this topic could not be avoided.


    "After arriving in the UK, through her agent, I met J.K. Rowling herself. In addition to asking her for some writing questions, I continued to improve the outline and details of "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them". When I have free time, it is inevitable Check the news, or go out for a walk. You know, in Europe, especially in the UK, the most popular sport is football. Plus it was close to the Champions League final, so anywhere in the UK, you could read about Its content. When I was bored, I tried to feed the collected information into the statistical analysis software I edited. It turned out to be some very interesting findings!��


    "What did you find?" Catherine raised her eyebrows.


    "For the previous European Champions Cup, the probability of the dark horse winning the game is only 10.28%. In terms of the number of goals, the probability of 1:0 is the highest at 38.74%. The next is 2:1, which is 31.29%. Then it is not 0:0. And 3:1, but 3:0, accounting for 18.31%! In addition, in the previous Champions League, 56.4% of the teams that lost three to zero were those dark horse teams; and more than 72.49% were in the semi-finals I encountered a strong team and fought all the way to the dark horse team that finally won the final! Therefore, I came to two conclusions: First, in this Champions League final, Real Madrid''s winning rate is close to 90%, and the number of goals is 3:0. The odds are over 50%!�� Catherine, this is an exciting find! If everything is correct, it means that as long as I put down $2 million in the lottery, after the game, I will get nearly 4x income!"


    "Aren''t you afraid of losing?" Catherine frowned.


    "Of course I''m afraid, but the probability of losing is less than 30%. Take a step back, even if I lose! I still have a chance to flop!"


    "what chance?"


    "Of course it''s Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them! I think it''s going to be a big hit, and I''ll get a huge amount of royalties!"


    "You really have confidence in yourself!" After giving him a blank look, "So all the $4 million you borrowed from the farm left by Grandpa Guo was put on this football lottery?"


    "Hmm! Plus, I borrowed ��2 million from Christopher?"


    "Who is Christopher?"


    "My agent is also J.K. Rowling''s agent!"


    Catherine nodded knowingly.


    "Okay, I have explained everything that should be explained. Can we eat now?"


    After nodding, Catherine''s face became more solemn, "Bruce, of course you won the game this time. But the risk involved is too great. Try not to do the same thing again in the future."


    Feeling the concern revealed in the exhortation, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help smiling and comforting, "Don''t worry, Catherine. Any decision I make is based on rational thinking. I will never really gamble for the sake of gambling! "


    "Hmm! ... Right?" Catherine, who was about to nod her head, suddenly raised her brows.


    "What''s wrong?" Guo Shouyun, who had just picked up the spoon, trembled subconsciously.


    "The last time you bought York Farm, you told me again and again. The time to pay the cash is two months later, why must it be two months later? ... Now you should give me the answer, right?"


    Guo Shouyun felt a headache.


    "A shrewd woman is really hard to deal with!"


    Fortunately, he was smart enough, and he thought of the reasons in advance.


    "Because of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. What I was thinking at the time was to use the book''s future earnings as collateral, issue an ABS asset-backed securities, and raise 20 to 30 million yuan!"


    As a top student in the Harvard Economics Department, Catherine certainly knew the meaning of the ABS securities.


    "You''re so sure that Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them will be a hit? What if it hits the market?"


    "I have confidence in my book. UU reading , of course, if the response is mediocre, it''s fine! At most, the acquisition of York Farm failed and I lost a deposit! ... Katherine, I''m only nineteen years old, I have a family A fast-growing internet company, a $7 million agricultural company, and I''m a Stanford grad with three degrees. With me, there''s enough fault tolerance to try different possibilities!"


    Looking at the man in front of him who was talking freely and confident in his words, Catherine scrutinized for a while, "Bruce, you have really changed!"


    "Changed? Where has it changed? I''m still me!"


    Guo Shouyun''s heart jumped.


    "No, you have become more confident. Also, the desire to succeed has become stronger than ever!"


    After listening to this, Guo Shouyun, who was relieved, smiled and said, "Isn''t this normal! Catherine, we are no longer children in the ivory tower. When we step into society, we will inevitably be rubbed off by society and changed. Must be mature. As for the desire for success...!" Guo Shouyun sighed, "If people don''t have ideals, what''s the difference with ''salted fish''?"


    "Ideal? Have you never heard of it before?" Katherine asked after nodding.


    "I didn''t before. But after graduating from Stanford, my ideal has become ''change the world''!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Although Katherine studied at Harvard, she also knows that Stanford University and Silicon Valley elites often talk about it, and often learn chicken soup from the success of "changing the world" promoted by the media.


    "Only a fool would believe this!" Catherine curled her lips.


    "Only persistent fools and bigots can succeed!"


    Guo Shouyun said a lot.

 Chapter 36： long distance relationship

    Chapter 36 Long Distance Love


    ��


    After dinner with Catherine, the two discussed the next development plan of the ''Guo''s Business Group'' before going home.


    After washing up, Guo Shouyun, who was sitting at the desk and turned on the computer, was about to write a novel for a while and found that there was an unread email in his mailbox.


    "is her!"


    Guo Shouyun was quite surprised when he saw the email address. He opened it quickly, and a line of black fonts instantly came into view.


    "Have you returned to America?"


    "Well! Just got off the plane today."


    Quickly hit the keyboard a few times and send the information. Originally, he thought that he was nearly three hours late to reply to the email, and he would definitely not receive a reply until the next day. But he never expected to receive Molly Bevan''s reply in less than half a minute after he clicked to send.


    "today?"


    "I should have come back earlier, but I encountered something in London before I left, and it was delayed for a few days!"


    "So that''s what it is! ... By the way, thank you for the gift."


    "Like it?"


    "I like it. But it''s too expensive!"


    "Precious only shows my heart!"


    After typing this line, there was no reply for half a sound. Obviously, this straightforward answer made Molly Bevan, who had zero love experience, not knowing how to continue.


    Guo Shouyun knew that he couldn''t be too hasty. So after clarifying my mind, I immediately changed the subject.


    "Are you on summer vacation now?"


    "Um!"


    After seeing the reply, Guo Shouyun hurriedly continued: "When will the school start?"


    "In mid-September, but I have already completed the credits and can graduate!"


    "I didn''t expect you not only to be beautiful, but also to be so good academically." After complimenting, "Since the school starts in mid-September, don''t you have more than three months of rest?"


    "It''s not that long! I''m ready to study for a master''s degree. So, after taking a two-week break at home, I have to go to France to sketch with my tutor. After returning to the UK, in addition to taking classes, I have to prepare for the Berlin Biennale! There is almost no time for rest. !"


    "This is really bad news. I also want to invite you to travel to the United States. Now San Francisco is the most beautiful time of the year!"


    "If time permits, I will go to the United States at the end of August!" After a pause of more than half a minute, Guo Shouyun received a reply from Molly Bevin again.


    "real?"


    "Well, Cole is going to Columbia University as an exchange student for a year this year! I''ll report with him!"


    "Cole?"


    "My brother! Sophomore at Durham University!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was inexplicably relieved, quickly replied: "When you get here, I will show you around!"


    "Hmm!...it''s late...!"


    "Then take a rest, we''ll talk tomorrow night!"


    "Okay, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After typing the last character, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. From the current situation, everything is developing in a good direction. However, he didn''t have much confidence in the outcome of the long-distance relationship. But at least from the current situation, a long-distance relationship seems to be the most suitable for him now.


    After subconsciously glanced at the email address in the list next to him that he had specially marked, but still had no movement, he sighed somewhat disappointedly, and minimized the email address to the status bar.


    There has been no email from Yang Lishan for three months, let alone a phone call. It can only explain one problem. She has really become a thing of the past for her.


    Shaking his head, picking up his mood, he opened the folder representing "Smart: Ghost Shadow Record", and continued to write.


    ��


    After half an hour of running and having breakfast, Guo Shouyun rode a bicycle bought by Wendy Solo to LinkedIn''s office area.


    As a result, as soon as the door was opened, before he could get in, he was hit by a reckless guy.


    "Sorry, Boss, are you okay?"


    Looking at the young girl whose face was pale in front of him, Guo Shouyun didn''t want to criticize the other party.


    "It''s okay, be careful next time!"


    After the girl nodded vigorously, she quickly moved out of the way.


    After finishing his clothes, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help frowning when he walked into the office and saw the desks and chairs stacked together.


    Greeting the respectful greetings from the employees all the way, he walked into his office, put his briefcase aside temporarily, sat in a chair and thought for a moment, then got up and picked up the phone on the table.


    "Let Wendy come to my office."


    "Boss, Team Leader Wendy is not here!"


    An unfamiliar young female voice came from the phone. Thinking of the task he had given to Wendy, Guo Shouyun didn''t ask the reason.


    "Who are you?"


    "I''m Halle Defoe from the secretariat, and I just entered the company as an intern last month!"


    "Got it. You immediately notify Minister Martin and President Tim and have them come to my office."


    "Yes!"


    After putting down the phone, it didn''t take long before a knock on the door rang. But before Guo Shouyun could speak, the closed door was pushed open from the outside.


    Looking at Martin Alexander who didn''t care, and Tim George with a wry smile behind him, Guo Shouyun knew what was going on without asking. However, Martin has not experienced social polishing, and his heart is pure, Guo Shouyun does not think so.


    "Sit down and talk!"


    "Bruce, my development department needs to add more people. Otherwise, if they work overtime, they will go to the union to sue me!" Martin shouted as soon as he sat down.


    "There is no problem with adding people. But is the ''personal page'' online?"


    "Just went online yesterday!"


    Martin Alexander said excitedly.


    "That''s good, let''s continue to develop the ''recommendation letter'' program!"


    "As long as you give me enough manpower, any development will be fine!" Martin assured, patting his chest.


    After smiling and nodding, Guo Shouyun turned his attention to Tim George who was on the side.


    "Tim, how many registered members does the company have now?"


    "The latest statistic is 1.69 million!"


    "More than doubled from last month!"


    "Yes. With the continuous improvement of our website functions, the growth rate of new users will be faster and faster. According to the current development trend. By the end of the year, we can have at least 10 million registered users!" Tim George''s tone excited.


    "Not bad! ... Is the company profitable now?"


    "Already there. Not a lot though, only $48,000 in revenue. And we spent $238,000 last month! With the company''s current growth rate, there''s only enough money on the books for us to spend four more. months!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Don''t worry about money. This time I brought you here to discuss venture capital with you!"


    "VCs?"


    After Martin Alexander and Tim George looked at each other, the former couldn''t wait to say, "Bruce, have you found a VC?"


    "Well! ... Otherwise, why do you think I left the company during this time?"


    "Boss, how are the other party''s conditions?"


    "Very generous! Invested 15 million US dollars, accounting for 30% of the shares! No involvement in the management of the company, only independent non-executive directors are established to supervise the operation and finance of the company."


    Tim George nodded. At a time when the Nasdaq crisis has no end in sight, and Internet companies are almost uninterested, invested 15 million US dollars, accounting for only 30% of the shares, and did not intervene in the management of the company. Compared with the current scale of LinkedIn, this condition is already very advantageous.


    "What''s the other party''s name?" Tim George asked curiously.


    "Phoenix Capital! A new VC!"


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes and said calmly.


    "Dong dong...!"


    He tapped the table with his right index finger, and after attracting the ideas of Martin and Tim George, "If you think this condition is okay, I will sign the contract on behalf of the company!"


    "I''m OK!"


    Martin Alexander said immediately.


    "Martin, think carefully before answering. Once the contract is signed, your shares will be reduced to 14%!" Guo Shouyun said after glancing at him.


    "It doesn''t matter. Now it''s 14%, but it''s worth $7 million!" Martin rejoiced.


    While the shares have decreased, the value of the shares has increased. Moreover, in just a few months, he went from almost nothing to a millionaire. This was enough for the ordinary Martin Alexander to be happy for a long time.


    Glancing at Tim George with envy in his eyes, in order to appease the general, Guo Shouyun said again: "Tim, this time I talked to the investors of Phoenix Capital. Before the company goes public, it will According to the shareholding situation of each shareholder, take out 15% of the shares to set up an option pool. As a veteran of the company, you will enjoy the highest treatment!"


    "Thank you Boss for your attention, I will work hard!"


    Tim George''s tone was full of excitement and immediately said.


    There is nothing more inspiring than tangible benefits.

 Chapter 37： Novel listed

    Chapter 37 Novel Listing


    ��


    "I''m calling you here today. In addition to the venture capital issue, there are two more things to announce." Guo Shouyun quickly glanced at the two and continued, "First, the company''s office space is not enough now. Tim, you Going to the building and renting out the two offices next to us. Second, from today onwards, I will be stepping down as CEO of the company and will be replaced by Tim George. I will only keep the chairmanship and be responsible for LinkedIn''s long-term development and strategic decisions.��


    "Boss I...!"


    After waving to interrupt Tim''s words, Guo Shouyun said loudly: "I know what you want to say, but I believe you are competent enough for this position."


    "Thank you Boss for your trust, I will do my best to cooperate with you to bring the company to a new height!" Tim George said with a slightly excited expression looking at Guo Shouyun''s encouraging and trusting eyes.


    "I believe you can do it." Guo Shouyun nodded encouragingly with a smile, "Martin, you will be the vice president of the company in the future, in charge of technology development!"


    Martin Alexander nodded. He knows his strengths and weaknesses, so he doesn''t feel too much about Tim George''s promotion. Moreover, the net worth of 7 million US dollars is enough to keep him in a good mood.


    "Okay, I''ve finished what I have to say. If there''s nothing else, you can go off and work!"


    The two shook their heads almost simultaneously. After Guo Shouyun waved his hand, he pushed the door and left.


    Seeing their backs disappear, Guo Shouyun sighed. After relaxing, he leaned back and leaned against the back of the chair. After closing his eyes, his expression became a little more relaxed.


    The reason he gave up his job as CEO of LinkedIn was mainly to save more energy elsewhere, especially Google.


    Google is different from LinkedIn. At LinkedIn, your identity as a founder will never change. But at Google, its presence is still weak. He needs to strengthen his position at Google. Moreover, so far Matrix Films is just an empty shell without even a minimum office space, which is related to its own planning in the entertainment industry. Of course, this state cannot be allowed to continue.


    In addition, it takes time for him to write a book; it also takes time to improve the management organizations of ''Guo''s Charity Fund'' and ''Phoenix Capital'' and develop follow-up investment projects. Thorn Bird Publishing Company and Guo''s Business Group, although Christopher Ritter and Katherine Lincoln, as a major shareholder, he can''t really care about everything.


    It is foreseeable that I will only become busier and busier in the future, so out of consideration for a rainy day, I must first think about how to reasonably allocate my energy and time before it comes to an end.


    Three days passed in a flash. In a blink of an eye, it was time for Guo Shouyun''s three sets of books to be officially listed.


    "There is no problem with the distribution. With the gimmicks of the prequel of "Harry Potter", as well as Rowling''s guarantee, plus my previous contacts, 1 million copies of "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" have all entered the major bookstores in the United States. From According to the current feedback, the sales situation is very good. It has sold 58,000 copies in one day. After word of mouth spreads, one million copies will be sold out in 3-5 weeks."


    Guo Shouyun nodded reassuringly.


    "How about Pirates of the Caribbean and Fifty Shades of Grey sales?"


    "Pirates of the Caribbean sold 2,677 copies and Fifty Shades of Grey sold 109 copies!"


    "Got it! When will it be printed? How much? You decide. Also, send the daily sales results to my mailbox at nine o''clock in the evening!"


    "Understood, don''t worry!"


    "When will "National Treasure" be released?"


    "A week later!"


    "Um! ... By the way, except Fifty Shades of Grey, other sets of books, in my name, send a set to Molly Bevan in the UK, and I will send you the address soon!"


    "No need. Bruce, now your little girlfriend goes to Rowling''s almost every day, and the two of them chat very well. So, I''ll just send the book directly to Rowling."


    "Yes. But remember to give Rowling a set too. I don''t want her to say I favor one over another!"


    "Hehe, don''t worry, I''ll arrange it!"


    ��


    Lauren Jackson was lying on the desk bored, looking at the fat man on the podium in front of him who could crush the tabletop. At this moment, the history teacher was drooling. She really has no interest in the boring history of ancient Greece. Aristotle, Socrates and the Seven Sages of Ancient Greece are not as good as the handsome Tom Cruise to attract her attention. Therefore, even though she was still looking at the podium at this time, her mind had already flown to the gossip in the entertainment industry.


    As a ninth grader at Monta Vista High School, it was a little far off for Lauren to go to college. In addition, there is not much homework, so it becomes a normal thing to slip away in class. Of course, it''s not just her, but the classmates around her too. Except for those who are really interested in history, no one cares about a boring history class.


    "what!"


    After paying attention to it for a while, Lauren, who was ''hot'' by the history teacher''s fat figure, turned his attention elsewhere. Soon, an anomaly caught her attention.


    "Jennifer?"


    She tried to bark a few times, but she sat on her left side, no more than one meter away, with golden yellow shawl and curly hair, wearing a red suspender, dressed in fashionable and **** fashion, she was considered a beautiful girl in the eyes of ordinary people, no No sign of looking up.


    The strange performance added to Lauren''s suspicions. You must know that they are both poor students sitting in the last row of the classroom, and they are also best friends. The two have long been familiar with each other. In the past, let alone shouting a few voices, just saying hello, this best friend who spent 80% of her class time on makeup would also take the initiative to chat with her, and by the way, let herself evaluate the effect of her makeup.


    But now, not only does he ignore his own words, but he also concentrates his attention on the books like those good students. This is like the sun has come out from the west!


    After finally enduring the get out of class, Lauren Jackson rushed over with a single stride, slapped it on the shoulder of his best friend.


    "Hey��!"


    "Lauren, you scared me to death!"


    The trembling Jennifer''s face turned pale, and she almost threw the book in her hand. It wasn''t until he saw that the person standing beside him was his best friend, he calmed down.


    She was so focused that she completely forgot about the outside world. Of course, it was inevitable to be frightened by the sudden touch.


    Lauren, who didn''t think so, grabbed the book spread on the table.


    "What book makes you so fascinated, show it to me too!"


    "Hey, don''t mess around. If you mess up the page numbers, what do I think!" Jennifer said quickly.


    "Fifty Shades of Grey? Is this a novel?"


    Lauren, who saw the cover, was a little surprised.


    "What do you think?"


    After giving her best friend a glance, Jennifer snatched the book back from her hand.


    "I thought you would change your mind to study hard to become a scholar. It turned out to be reading novels. However, is this novel so good that it makes you so fascinated?"


    "Good-looking, this is the best novel I''ve ever read!"


    Looking at the determined expression on her best friend''s face, Lauren was stunned for a moment.


    "real?"


    In order to prevent this girlfriend from disturbing her reading time, Jennifer took out the first volume of "Fifty Shades of Grey" she had finished from her desk and handed it over.


    "See for yourself!"


    Taking it over curiously, after returning to his seat and reading a few chapters, Lauren''s attention was completely attracted by the plot.


    Lauren''s reading speed is very fast. It took her half a day and one night to read the 250,000-word volume, and she arrived at school early in the morning.


    "Jennifer, what about the sequel? I want to see the sequel!"


    "No, I haven''t finished the middle book yet!" Looking at the anxious expression on her best friend''s face, Jennifer thought about it, "If you want to read it, go buy a set for yourself, it''s not too expensive anyway!"


    "Where did you buy it?" Lauren''s eyes lit up and she said immediately.


    ��Carroll Bookstore on Balvenie Street!��


    "Got it, thank you!"


    As soon as Jennifer finished speaking, Lauren Jackson rushed out of the classroom like a gust of wind.


    "Hey, are you out of class?"


    She didn''t get any answer except for the sound of footsteps leaving quickly.


    When Lauren found the bookstore according to the address of her best friend, a long queue of nearly 10 meters had already lined up outside the door of the bookstore. Moreover, almost all the people lining up were girls of the same age as Lauren.


    In an instant, a bad premonition rose from the bottom of Lauren''s heart.


    "Sorry, "Fifty Shades of Grey" is sold out, please come back!"


    Before Lauren stepped forward to ask clearly, a staff member in uniform came out and announced loudly to the crowd.


    "It''s sold out, how can it be sold out?"


    "Yeah, we queued for ten minutes!"


    "We''re going to watch Fifty Shades of Grey!"


    The girls who didn''t buy the book immediately shouted in dissatisfaction. For women, Huaxia has a classic assertion: a woman is equivalent to five hundred ducks. A group of angry women. Well, imagine for yourself!


    "Ladies, all "Fifty Shades of Grey" in our bookstore are really sold out. However, you can leave your phone number or email address. When the new book arrives, we will notify you by phone or email as soon as possible ." With sweat on his forehead, the pale-faced clerk hurriedly said loudly.


    "We''re going to watch Fifty Shades of Grey!"


    "Yes, we''re going to see Fifty Shades of Grey!"��


    The girls'' anger can''t be appeased with a word or two.


    ��


    "Have you called?"


    Inside the bookstore, Candice Carroll, the owner, asked the assistant beside him anxiously while listening to the commotion outside.


    "It''s been called, UU Reading Jingju Bird Publishing Company said they are hurrying to reprint, and tomorrow morning at the latest, they will send us 100 sets of new books!"


    "100 sets? My God, I want 500 sets! Why only one fifth?" Candace Carroll dissatisfied.


    "I have already asked, and they said that there are too many people asking for the goods. It takes time to print and ship the books, so they can only give us so much temporarily!"


    "Damn it, I should have asked for more in the first place!" He waved his fist in annoyance, "You call Thorn Bird Publishing Company every hour. Once a new book is printed, we must get it first."


    "Yes, Boss!"


    "and many more!"


    Stopping the assistant who was about to make a call, "I remember that the author of the three sets of books "Fifty Shades of Grey", "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" is the same person?"


    "Indeed, remember to call him ''Dongren''!" After thinking about it, the assistant nodded.


    "East? It''s a weird name. Forget it, as long as it''s well written. ... Remember, in addition to "Fifty Shades of Grey", give me 300 copies of "Pirates of the Caribbean" and 1,000 copies of "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" !"


    "Boss, we haven''t sold out these two sets of books yet."


    "Looking at the situation today, do you think it''s hard to sell these books?"


    The assistant suddenly realized that these three sets of books have only been on the market for a week. As word of mouth spreads, the sales speed will only get faster and faster. Therefore, in order to avoid the shortage of goods similar to "Fifty Shades of Grey", it is the last word to make money by preparing in advance.


    "Boss, I''ll call right away."


    Seeing the admiration in his assistant''s eyes, Candace Carroll''s anxious mood finally improved a lot.


    "Go!"

 Chapter 38： hot sale

    Chapter 38 Hot Sales


    ��


    "Caddy, the Windsor chain bookstore wants 300 copies of "Fifty Shades of Grey," 400 copies of "Pirates of the Caribbean," and 2,000 copies of "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them!" Pirates of the Caribbean, and 3,500 copies of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them! Forest Lodge Bookstore wants...!"


    Watching the assistant put the order sheets in front of him, Kady Brook, the marketing manager of Jingju Bird Publishing Company, felt really painful and happy at this moment.


    The pain is because she has worked overtime for three days in a row. Looking at the current sales status of the company''s new books, she will definitely continue to add more in the future. Happiness is because the company''s performance is good, no, it should be said to be huge profits. As a company executive, her year-end bonus must be extremely rich.


    However, Kady Brook hasn''t had time to think about bonuses yet. After counting the total number of orders just received, he got up in a hurry and found the company CEO Christopher Ritter with the list.


    "BOSS, this is the order I just received, a total of 4,500 copies of "Fifty Shades of Grey", 3,000 copies of "Pirates of the Caribbean", and 11,000 copies of "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them!"


    "Another one? If I remember correctly, this is the seventh additional order today, right?"


    Kady Brook nodded.


    "So far, we have received orders for 189,000 copies of "Fifty Shades of Grey", 107,000 copies of "Pirates of the Caribbean", and 283,000 copies of "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them!" Among them, "Fifty Shades of Grey" has the largest increase in orders Quick, it has exceeded 4 times the initial delivery amount!"


    Looking at the order report submitted by his market minister, Christopher Ritter was full of emotion. Unexpectedly, "Fifty Shades of Grey", which he is least optimistic about among the three sets (volumes), has the fastest sales growth among them. Of course, the current sales of this set of books are not as good as "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them", but the reason why the latter sells more is that it borrows the light of "Harry Potter", unlike "Fifty Shades of Grey", Completely a bestseller from the market.


    Thinking of this, Christopher Ritter couldn''t help thinking of Guo Shouyun. In the communication with the other party, the latter said in front of him several times that the most promising is "Fifty Shades of Grey", and even in order to publish this novel, he did not hesitate to give up the opportunity to cooperate with many large publishing houses, and specifically talked to him. Borrowed money to set up this ''Thornbird Publishing Company''.


    At first, he scoffed at Guo Shouyun''s decision. It''s just because of face and interests, I can''t say much. But now judging from the feedback from the market, he is the same as those publishers who have watched "Fifty Shades of Grey" but gave up repeatedly, his face is swollen!


    Fortunately, he is a partner of the ''Thorn Bird Publishing Company'', and he did not completely miss this opportunity to make his net worth skyrocket.


    "I''m so glad!"


    "Huh? What did you say?"


    "Nothing, have you contacted the printing house to print it?"


    "We''ve already contacted. 300,000 copies of "Fifty Shades of Grey", 300,000 copies of "Pirates of the Caribbean", and 400,000 copies of "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them!"


    "Double the print volume!" Christopher said solemnly after thinking for a while.


    "Will it be too much?"


    "The sales volume of the three sets of books all exceeded 180,000 a week, and the sales performance in the future will only get better and better. 1 million is not the end!"


    Thinking of the marketing department that he was in charge of, the call for orders was almost exploded for three consecutive days, Kady Brook nodded in agreement.


    "Oh, yes! Let all booksellers hand in this week''s sales share. Also, tell them that if you want to get the book, you must pay a 30% deposit first!"


    "Boss, the sales share is not a big problem, but will the 30% deposit be too high?"


    "Don''t worry, Kady. It''s a seller''s market!" Christopher Ritter smiled.


    "I understand!"


    "Go on and get busy. ... Oh, yes. This month''s bonus for all marketing employees is doubled!"


    "Great, I thank Boss for them!"


    Christopher waved and picked up the phone on the table after she left.


    "Hey��?"


    A young and confident voice sounded from the receiver.


    "Bruce, I have good news for you! Your three sets of books have all sold well, with Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find The Best selling 348,000 copies a week, followed by Pirates of the Caribbean with 12.8 copies a week. "Fifty Shades of Grey" has the least number of copies, with 72,900 copies. However, "Fifty Shades of Grey" has the fastest growth rate, and its sales are expected to increase by 4 times next week! Bruce, this year''s "Forbes Richest Writers List", Your position must be higher than Rowling, you are rich!"


    Listening to Christopher Ritter''s excited voice, Guo Shouyun put down the document in his hand and smiled: "Christopher, it should be said that we have all made a fortune. Thorn Bird Publishing Company has 25% of your shares!"


    "Haha, that''s right. Looking back now, I was fortunate to have listened to your words and became a partner of Thornbird Publishing Company. Otherwise, I''m afraid I''m just like those idiots in Bloomsbury and Langdon now. I''m beating my chest with regret! To be honest, now I really want to see, after the guys who rejected us got the sales results of "Fifty Shades of Grey", "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them", What''s going to happen to your face? I think it must be interesting." After a pause, "Bruce, why do I feel like you''re not excited at all?"


    Guo Shouyun pouted, he had expected something, what was so exciting for him.


    "Christopher, excitement doesn''t have to be reflected in words and deeds. Now I''m very happy! ... By the way, how are the preparations for the publication of "National Treasure"?" Guo Shouyun changed the topic.


    "We are preparing to distribute goods. This time the first edition will print 500,000 copies. There will never be a shortage of "Fifty Shades of Grey"!"


    "That''s good! ... Did you receive the package I sent you?"


    Thorn Bird Publishing Company is headquartered in New York, Guo Shouyun is in San Francisco, and the two sides span the entire United States.


    "Package? What package?"


    "The manuscript of a novel I just wrote, the name is "Smart: Ghost Records"!"


    "You''re writing a new novel again?"


    Christopher''s tone was full of shock, and it was too fast. You know, it has only been 20 days since Guo Shouyun gave him the manuscript of "National Treasure".


    "Just finished! About 210,000 words!"


    Guo Shouyun said calmly. With the speed at which he was typing, he already had a general framework in his mind, and most of the plot, ten thousand words a day was considered slow!


    However, he heard this in Christopher''s ears, in addition to being shocked, there was a feeling of pretending to be X anyway. Of course, there is inevitably admiration!


    "Bruce, I can''t find a better word to describe you. But I''m sure you''ll be the most prolific and most profitable writer of all time in America!"


    "Thank you for your encouragement, I will work in this direction. But Christopher, there is one thing you should consider now!"


    "What''s up?"


    "Thorn Bird Publishing Company should not be limited to one market in the United States, although it is the largest in the world!"


    "Hehe, Bruce, don''t worry! I''ve sent someone to negotiate an acquisition with the British Maxson Publishing Company!"


    "McKerson is good, but if possible, it''s better to buy Bloomsbury!"


    Guo Shouyun knows the long tail effect of "Harry Potter" better than anyone.


    "Bruce, buying Bloomsbury is not easy. Nigel Newton is a stubborn guy!"


    "No matter how stubborn people are, they will succumb to money. And, as far as I know, although Nigel Newton is the founder of Bloomsbury Publishing House, his equity has slipped after the company went public. to below 30%.��


    "I''ll find a chance to meet him!" Christopher thought for a while and said.


    "Well! ... However, the scale of Bloomsbury is much larger than us, so the merger and acquisition can be discussed slowly. If we lose the follow-up copyright of "Harry Potter", we will not be worried."


    "clear!"


    "Also, the UK is very important. But the pace of expansion of Thornbird Publishing Company this year cannot just satisfy one UK. The major English-speaking countries with developed economies such as Canada, Australia and New Zealand are all our goals!"


    "Bruce, your appetite is always amazing!"


    "Christopher, an amazing appetite and an unimaginable goal that others see as the guarantee of a lasting creative passion!"


    "Okay! For your passion and for the company''s profitability, I will try to make it a reality!"


    "Looking forward to your good news!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.

 Chapter 39： waving a hoe

    Chapter Thirty-ninth, waving the hoe


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    "Dong dong...!"


    "Come in!"


    With the slight friction, the tall and plump Wendy Solo, wearing a lavender OL dress, pushed the door and walked in.


    "Boss, the negotiation with Kleiner Perkins has come to an end!"


    "Sit down and talk!"


    Guo Shouyun calmly pointed to the chair opposite.


    Wendy Solow nodded, and after sitting down, she said with excitement: "$15 million in cash, paid in one go! We can get 6.5% of Google''s equity in Kleiner Perkins!"


    "It seems that in the face of the ever-increasing Nasdaq crisis, Kleiner Perkins Huaying can''t stand it anymore!" Guo Shouyun touched his chin and nodded slightly.


    "According to the information we have received, Kleiner Perkins Huaying''s No. 3 Fund, which is responsible for the Internet sector, has had three withdrawals from investors this month. Even the technology sector has been affected, and some of them can''t stand it anymore!" After a while, Wendy Solo looked at Guo Shouyun expectantly, "Boss, do you want us to drag it out a little longer, due to the double pressure of the Nasdaq stock market''s continued decline and investors'' withdrawal of capital, Kleiner Perkins holds the There is still room for price reductions in Google equity!"


    "No need, 15 million is 15 million!"


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun quickly shook his head.


    It is now June 10th, and there are only 19 days left before the two-month period he agreed upon when he signed the contract with Google! Guo Shouyun no longer intends to take risks and continue to wait. Moreover, if Kai Perkins Huaying temporarily changes his mind, then all his plans will be in vain.


    "clear!"


    Now that Guo Shouyun has made a decision, Wendy will say no more.


    "Is there a reply from Michael Moretz?"


    "I was about to tell you about it. Michael Moretz asked you to meet at Half Moon Bay Ocean Stadium at three o''clock this afternoon!"


    ��


    Half Moon Bay Ocean Course, among hundreds of golf courses in California, is called the "Big Six" together with Pebble Beach, Torrey Pines, PGA West TPC Stadium, Pacific Grove Municipal, and Widdy Winery! With California''s pleasant climate, there''s no shortage of golfers year round.


    "boom��!"


    As the club was swung vigorously, the pounding white golf ball flew in a graceful arc into the distance, then stopped about three meters from the hole.


    "Good shot!" Guo Shouyun clapped and laughed.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s your turn!"


    A tall, thin middle-aged white man wearing a dark gray T-shirt smiled.


    "My game is not very good. If I make a fool of myself, Mr. Moretz will not laugh!"


    "For us, the game itself is not important, the fun of playing is the most important!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, walked beside his golf ball, held the club in both hands, and after a little preparation, he shot out. He rarely plays golf at ordinary times, so his level is naturally not very good. Compared to Michael Moretz''s excellent score of three meters from the second hole, his golf flew directly over the second hole and toward the third hole.


    "Young is good!"


    Michael Moretz smiled.


    "When I was in college, I was the main guard of the school''s basketball team, so it''s inevitable that I have more strength!" Guo Shouyun said a little embarrassedly.


    "I also liked basketball when I was young, but unfortunately I don''t have the skills of Mr. Guo. When I participated in the basketball selection of Columbia University, I was brushed off in the first round!"


    After saying this, Guo Shouyun felt a lot more comfortable. At the same time, it also made him understand one thing, this middle-aged man who was just 40 years old by his side has a superb emotional intelligence that ordinary people can''t match.


    "Mr. Moretz likes coming here to play golf?"


    As the two walked towards the second hole together, Guo Shouyun asked with a smile.


    "Love it! The Ocean Course is wider than Pebble Beach. Here you can swing with your maximum strength and enjoy the fun of hitting the ball farther!" After a pause, Michael Moretz quickly After scanning Guo Shouyun who was beside him, he looked further into the distance and continued, "Moreover, it is easier for me to feel relaxed here, and it also makes me think about the long-term."


    "long?"


    After keenly discovering the change in Michael Moretz''s tone, Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly.


    "If you don''t see the future of Google, why should Mr. Guo persevere in chasing its shares? As far as I know, 6.5% of the shares in Kleiner Perkins Huaying have been acquired by Mr. Guo? Oh, I almost forgot, still 3.25% of Andy Bertolheim!"


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Moritz to know me so well!" Guo Shouyun smiled without denying it.


    "For the same reason, I believe that Mr. Guo also knows me very well!"


    "Since that''s the case, let''s get it straight. For $25 million, Phoenix Capital acquired a 10% stake in Google held by Sequoia Capital! A compound growth rate of 25% in less than a year, I think no matter what the condition is For Mr. Moretz, or Sequoia Capital is good enough..."


    "boom��!"


    As soon as Guo Shouyun finished speaking, Michael Moretz swiped his golf ball out. Somewhat deliberately neglected, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help frowning. However, he has been a human being in two lifetimes, and he has been in society for half his life, and there are still some chengfu. Therefore, the complexion is still as usual, giving a sense of calmness of a young adult.


    "Mr. Guo, can you answer a question for me?"


    Looking at the young man beside him, after a quick flash of surprise in his eyes, Michael Moretz said quickly.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Why are you so bullish on Google?"


    Michael Moretz''s eyes were bright.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "I am optimistic about Google for the same reason as Mr. Moritz! However, unlike Mr. Moritz, I can make my own decisions. In Sequoia Capital, the real person who decides is Don. Valentine!"


    Moretz frowned, his face slightly gloomy.


    "Mr. Guo, what do you mean by this?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled slightly and did not answer in a hurry. He walked slowly to his golf club, clenched the club tightly and prepared, and then hit it hard.


    A gloom flashed in Moritz''s eyes, but he didn''t expect that he just gave Guo Shouyun a disgrace, and then he was counterattacked by the other party.


    "This is really a guy who doesn''t want to suffer!"


    "It''s a good shot!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled at the golf ball that flew out.


    "Mr. Guo''s playing level has grown very fast!"


    "Really!" After a pause, "Mr. Moretz, I heard that the board of directors of Sequoia Capital has always been very opposed to your excessive investment in the Internet?"


    Michael Moretz raised his eyebrows, "I don''t know where Mr. Guo got the news. In fact, the board of directors has always been very supportive of Fund 3''s investment in the Internet sector. Especially in Yahoo''s investment, we are very popular. The clients of the No. 3 Fund of Shantou Capital have brought nearly 2 times the return!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said: "Sequoia Capital''s investment in Yahoo is indeed a classic, and Mr. Moretz''s sense of smell for Internet companies is indeed admirable. However, compared with the peak of Yahoo''s market value of over 100 billion US dollars in 1999, it is now Shares have lost nearly a third of their value on the Nasdaq."


    "Even so, Yahoo''s market value is far greater than the money we put in!" Michael Moretz said.


    "That''s right! That''s why I said investing in Yahoo was wise. It''s just a pity that ''ingratitude'' is human nature. When the Nasdaq crisis came, Mr. Moretz didn''t have Sequoia Capital, or he didn''t control you. The sale of the shares of Yahoo held by Fund No. 3 to avoid the risk of the downturn in the stock market and shrink the investor''s assets has become your greatest original sin! It is enough to make people forget all the previous efforts of Mr. Moretz!"


    Michael Moretz was silent.


    He could not refute, because the internal disputes within Sequoia Capital could not be completely concealed from the pervasive consulting, information, headhunting and other companies.


    "Mr. Moritz, Mr. Don Valentine is a good investor. But not necessarily a good partner. You must know better about your relationship with Mr. Valentine''s investment philosophy than I am an outsider. The difference between the two! In normal times, this difference may be nothing, but after the Nasdaq crisis broke out, it became the trigger point of the conflict between you As the founder of the company, he certainly did not want to Seeing a company''s performance and revenue being dragged down by internet investments is not even possible!"


    Looking at Michael Moritz, who seemed to be more and more silent, a satisfied smile flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    "Come to me?"


    Seeing that the heat was almost over, Guo Shouyun threw out another goal of his trip: poaching!


    "What''s the meaning?"


    Moritz trembled, raised his head suddenly and widened his eyes, his smart eyes fixed on the very confident young man in front of him.


    "I have a new VC here with my private investment of $30 million. I can call you 5% of the shares. And the operation of this VC is completely under your sole responsibility. Unless the company''s assets lose more than 20% %, otherwise I will not intervene in the normal management of the company. In addition, you can also enjoy 10% of the company''s total revenue!"


    Moritz''s face changed greatly after Guo Shouyun finished speaking. Guo Shouyun directly offered the sincerity of 1.5 million US dollars, and the company''s 10% revenue share in the future is not too heavy. The struggle and hesitation in Michael Moritz''s eyes could hardly be concealed. From this, it can be seen that he was not having a good time at Sequoia Capital during this period.


    "Mr. Moritz, the opportunity to independently control a venture capital institution is in front of you. You can seriously consider whether it is a better platform to freely display your talents, or it is better to continue to be a deputy under Don Valentine''s banner. ?" Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "I need time to think about it!"


    After a long time, Michael Moretz, who took a deep breath, said solemnly.


    "OK, no problem. But I hope Mr. Moretz can answer me soon!"


    "it is good!"

 Chapter 40： Talent is rare

    Chapter 40 Talent is rare


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    A preoccupied Michael Moretz is clearly not in the mood to continue playing golf. Guo Shouyun went with the flow and found an excuse to end the game, which was not a game. After saying goodbye at the Ocean Stadium, the two sides went home.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Moretz was sitting in the back seat of the car, closing his eyes and thinking about the conditions that Guo Shouyun had just proposed. Suddenly, the phone in my pocket vibrated.


    Taking a look at the caller ID, he frowned slightly and quickly pressed the answer button!


    "Hey��!"


    "Michael, where are you now?"


    The anxious words of the deputy made Michael Moretz feel an ominous foreboding in his heart.


    "Paul, calm down!"


    "Damn calm, just now, the company closed the bank account of our No. 3 Fund!"


    "what?"


    The deputy''s rude words exploded in Michael Moretz''s mind like thunder, causing him to widen his eyes, but at the same time he lost his previous calmness. The bank account of the No. 3 Fund he led was closed, which meant that he and his team were suspended by Sequoia Capital.


    "Why? Does Don know?"


    "Of course Don Valentine knew. It was his order. As for the reason, the **** reason, these **** who have no idea of ??the future said they wanted to avoid the damage caused by the Nasdaq crisis."


    "I''ll be at the company soon, I''ll talk about it when I''m at the company!"


    Michael Moretz''s face was ashen.


    "I''ll wait for you. ... Michael, if this doesn''t work out, I''m ready to resign from Sequoia! I don''t want to work with a bunch of **** who have no vision and don''t understand the Internet."


    "I know! I''ll see you later! ... Carl, speed up, I want to get back to the company in the shortest possible time!"


    "Okay, sir!"


    The driver agreed and stepped on the accelerator with his right foot. The black Toyota picked up speed in an instant.


    Back at Sequoia Capital''s office in Silicon Valley, Michael Moretz, who had just entered the door, instantly felt the eyes of his colleagues with different meanings.


    "Michael!"


    A middle-aged white man wearing a blue and white T-shirt and jeans, with a medium build and a bald head, hurriedly walked over.


    "Is Tang in the office?"


    After nodding at the other party, Michael Moretz said calmly. After this period of psychological adjustment, his mood has stabilized.


    "I just saw him go in!"


    The two said as they walked.


    "Okay, go back first, and leave the rest to me!"


    Looking at the familiar chairman''s office, Moritz took a deep breath and said.


    Paul nodded and hesitated a little, "Michael, if we can''t get the board to unblock the account, then the Nasdaq crisis dip plan we''ve made will be in vain!"


    Michael Moretz turned his head and glanced at him, "Paul, I assure you, the bottom-hunting plan our team has worked so hard to develop for months will never be in vain!"


    When the words fell, Moritz strode forward, raised his hand and knocked on the office door.


    "Please come in!"


    Hearing the familiar and dignified voice, Michael Moretz took a deep breath, pushed the door and walked in.


    Seeing him come in, the old man in a suit and leather shoes, gray hair, and gold-rimmed glasses stood up with a smile on his face.


    "It''s Michael, I was looking for you! Sit down!"


    Michael Moretz suppressed the anxiety in his heart, nodded with a serious expression on his face, and sat down with the other party on the sofa in the office reception area.


    "any drinks?"


    "It''s still the same!"


    Don Valentine smiled and nodded. After raising his hand to look at it, the secretary next to him immediately made a cup of mocha and placed it in front of Michael Moretz.


    "Lauren, thank you!"


    The middle-aged female secretary smiled and nodded, then stepped aside.


    "Looking at your appearance, you obviously know the decision of the board of directors!"


    "Tang, you are the ''Silicon Valley investment guru'' I have always admired. Do you also think that the Internet has no future?" Michael Moritz nodded, his face a bit ugly.


    "No, quite the opposite. I think the future of the Internet is going to be bright!" Don Valentine shook his head slightly.


    "Then why did you agree with the board''s decision to block the bank account of Fund No. 3?"


    "Michael, there''s nothing the board can do. If we don''t close the accounts, the clients of Fund 3 will withdraw their funds. They''ve had enough of the financial losses from the falling Nasdaq crisis! �� Michael, I think If it was you, seeing the property in your fund account falling every day, I''m afraid you can''t help but withdraw your funds."


    "Tang, this is not a reason. In the past few years, the money that Fund No. 3 has made for Sequoia from the Internet sector is enough to make up for the vacancy left by investors after the withdrawal of funds! Especially Yahoo''s IPO has made more than one billion for the company. Dollar profits, aren''t these enough?" Michael Moretz said with a serious look.


    "Michael, I''ve already fought for you, but the board doesn''t agree!"


    "You are the chairman of the board of directors!" The sharp-eyed Michael Moretz said solemnly.


    "But I can''t go against the whole board!"


    Looking at Don Valentine, who had a serious expression and had no intention of backing down, Michael Moretz felt the sadness of being abandoned at the same time as his heart was full of anger!


    This made the idea of ??controlling his own destiny stronger in his mind. He was hesitant about Guo Shouyun''s conditions, but he made a decision in an instant.


    "call��!"


    After Michael Moretz took a deep breath, his expression gradually calmed down. Once he decided to leave, most of the anger in his heart disappeared.


    But this strange calm gave Don Valentine some bad premonitions in his heart. Although he wanted to take the opportunity of the Nasdaq crisis to beat the rebellious Michael Moretz, he never wanted to take this genius with outstanding ability and long-term vision in the investment industry, especially the Internet industry. Roll out the Sequoia gates.


    "Michael, the board blocked Fund 3''s bank accounts just to soothe investor angst. Then sell some insignificant Internet companies to reduce the risk. Once the Nasdaq crisis subsides, I promise that the funds will be transferred. All replenishments are in place, and Fund 3 remains your sole responsibility."


    "Don, I respect the decision of the board of directors!" Michael Moritz stood up slowly, "Don, I have already asked all the things that should be asked, so I won''t disturb your work."


    "Go back and have a good rest! I will try my best to fight for you at the board of directors, so that the bank account of the No. 3 Fund will be unblocked as soon as possible!"


    Michael Moretz nodded, waved his right hand casually, then turned and left.


    Looking at his retreating back, Don Valentine''s brows were tightly locked. From what he knew about Michael Moritz, he should not be one to give up so easily. But for a while, Don Valentine couldn''t think of other possibilities.


    "Forget it, wait a few days and see!"


    ��


    "Michael, how''s it going?"


    Paul, who had been waiting outside, saw his immediate boss come out, so he hurriedly asked.


    "Refused!"


    Michael Moretz shook his head.


    "Damn bastard!"


    "Let''s go, go back to our office first!"


    Pulling the forearm of the right-hand man, the two returned to the special office of the No. 3 Fund together. Here, more than 20 employees of the Moretz Fund III team gathered together.


    Facing the concerned eyes of everyone, Michael Moretz knew what he was going to say.


    "Everyone, go back to work first. I will try my best to win the board of directors to unblock our department''s fund account as soon as possible! And...!"


    When the words reached his lips, Michael Moretz suddenly stopped. Before the cooperation with Guo Shouyun is really finalized, it is better that the job-hopping is not made public for the time being.


    "never mind!"


    With a wave of his hand, Michael Moretz walked through the office area and into his office. After closing the curtains to block out prying eyes and noise from the outside, he took out his mobile phone.


    "Mr. Guo, I agree to your conditions. But I hope my team can follow along."


    Once the decision was made, Michael Moretz never hesitated.


    "no problem!"


    "I''ve rented an office space in Palo Alto, and I''m waiting for Mr. Moretz to bring your team in!"


    "thanks!"


    Guo Shouyun''s help in the snow deeply touched Michael Moretz''s heart.


    "You''re welcome, after a while, Mr. Moritz stabilizes, and I''ll invite you to play again!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone with a triumphant smile on his face.


    "Success!"


    "Boss, is a Michael Moretz worth the price you pay to dig him out? Also, register a venture capital firm for him?" Wendy Solow road.


    "Of course it''s worth it! Wendy, talent is rare!" Guo Shouyun sighed a little, and said a little unpredictably.


    For Guo Shouyun, rebirth is not just for him to seize those opportunities to make money. It also means that he can tap talents who can greatly help his career. Michael Moritz is the top talent in the venture capital industry, and it''s worth the effort, and the price to pay.


    Moreover, another important reason is: Guo Shouyun''s previous knowledge is only 19 years. If he doesn''t want his company to become mediocre after 19 years, he must collect top talents in various industries for his own use in advance. Michael Moretz was only the first, but by no means the last.


    "Wendy, you''ve done a great job during this time."


    "Thank you boss for the compliment!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "After I take over the Google equity in Sequoia Capital, I plan to make some adjustments to the secretariat. Establish an independent chairman''s office with a secretarial team, mergers and acquisitions team, lawyer team, strategic consulting team and information collection team. The legal team will be run by George. And you have two choices, one is the head of the secretarial team, and the other is the head of the M&A team.��


    "Boss, can you let me think about it for a few days?"


    Wendy Solo hesitated.


    "Of course! The establishment of my chairman''s office is not an overnight thing, you can think about it more. But try not to delay it for too long!"


    "I understand, thank you boss!"


    "carry on!"

 Chapter 41： Phoenix and Hanhua

    Chapter 41 Phoenix and Hanhua


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    "How is this place? Is it enough for your office?"


    Michael Moretz looked at the spacious and bright office area, as well as the neatly arranged desks and office equipment, and nodded with a smile. I am very satisfied with the attentiveness and thoroughness of the new boss. This feeling of being valued is very good.


    "According to the information I got, Google''s 10% stake has been acquired by Phoenix Investment Management Co., Ltd. for $25 million. Then can I and my team change jobs?"


    For the past week, in order not to affect Guo Shouyun''s acquisition of Google''s equity, Michael Moritz has been holding back. Now he can''t wait any longer!


    "Of course. I can''t wait to recruit you as a genius in the venture capital industry!" Guo Shouyun smiled, "Tell me, what are you going to do after you change jobs?"


    "I plan to divide the $30 million invested by Boss into two parts and set up two private equity funds, one is mainly invested in the Internet sector, and the other is mainly invested in the high-tech sector. These two areas I am most familiar with, and I am also optimistic about these two funds. The development of this field in the future!��


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement.


    "But in this case, isn''t the power scattered?"


    "Boss, I have been in the venture capital industry for so many years, and I have met many rich people. I believe many of them are still willing to hand over their funds to me for operation!"


    "You just need to be confident. Anyway, I have already said that unless the loss exceeds 20%, I will not interfere with the company''s operations! However, if I were you, I would set up another private equity fund to invest in the biopharmaceutical field. !" After patting Moritz''s left arm with a smile, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked outside.


    "I''ll go first, remember to call me if you have anything. Oh, by the way, don''t tell the third party about our relationship for now. I don''t want too many people to know that ''Phoenix Capital'' and ''Phoenix Investment Management'' are affiliated in the same company."


    "Can I know why?"


    "You will know later, but not now!" Guo Shouyun glanced at him one last time, raised his right hand and waved it casually, turned and left.


    Looking at his back, as well as the final suggestion and unique request, a thoughtful look appeared on Michael Moretz''s face!


    Two days later, Michael Moritz, the head of Sequoia Capital''s No. 3 Fund, took him and his team to a total of 23 people to join a new venture capital firm ''Phoenix'' with a registered capital of $30 million. capital''!


    Phoenix Capital is a subsidiary of a holding company ''Phoenix Holdings'' registered in the Cayman Islands. Under its command, there is another "Phoenix Investment Management Co., Ltd.". In Guo Shouyun''s plan, Phoenix Capital belongs to VC, and Phoenix Investment Management Co., Ltd. belongs to PE. Both focus on the US and European markets.


    At present, Phoenix Capital has no projects in its hands. Phoenix Investment Management Co., Ltd. already owns 59.95% of Google��s equity; after investing $20 million, it got 60% of Guo��s business group; after investing 15 million, it got 30% of LinkedIn equity.


    After deducting these investments, Guo Shouyun''s gambling and loan money left 135 million US dollars. He used the money to set up three other companies in Hong Kong. They are Hanhua Holdings, and Hanhua Capital and Hanhua Investment Management Co., Ltd. under Hanhua!


    Like Phoenix Capital and Phoenix Investment Management Co., Ltd. under Phoenix Holdings, Hanhua Capital belongs to VC, and Hanhua Investment Management Co., Ltd. belongs to PE. The investment direction of Hanhua is naturally China and the future Asian market.


    The reason for this division is also to avoid political risks to the greatest extent. In the future, Guo Shouyun knows how Uncle Sam and Huaxia compete in politics, economy, military, culture and other fields.


    In addition, Hanhua and Phoenix, both of which are short of an angel investment, plus a brokerage, can cover the entire process of any company''s IPO! Maximize the benefits of the information you know in your previous life.


    However, at present, apart from Phoenix Capital, he has not found a suitable manager for the time being, whether it is Phoenix Investment Management or Hanhua. Angel investors and brokerages are even more clueless. Especially for brokerages with wider needs for capital and contacts, I am afraid that there is no way to make up for it in a short time, and the closed loop of capital is completely completed!


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    "Boss, I''ve thought about it! I want to be the leader of the secretary team!"


    Looking at Wendy Solo with a serious look, Guo Shouyun nodded. He took out the three-point document from the drawer and handed it over.


    "Everyone who joins the secretarial team in the future will have to sign a lifetime nondisclosure agreement. They cannot disclose any information about my personal and company that they come into contact with at work."


    In the future, the secretarial team will connect him with the various companies under it, and access his most confidential information. It is not an exaggeration to use the strictest means of secrecy, which is the usual practice of large groups.


    "clear!"


    "You go down first, and by the way, let George know that I want to see him!"


    Wendy Solo nodded, but when she was about to turn around and leave, Guo Shouyun stopped her again.


    "By the way, I forgot to ask you. Is there any news from Korn Ferry?"


    "not yet!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Unfortunately, it is also a headhunter. LinkedIn��s influence is still limited to the middle and low levels, and it is still far from top headhunting companies such as Korn Ferry and Heidrick & Struggles.


    "I can''t eat hot tofu in a hurry, come step by step!"


    After Guo Shouyun waved, Wendy turned around and walked out.


    Not long after, George Davis pushed open the door and walked in. Guo Shouyun had no special reason to see him. It is mainly to discuss the meaning of forming a specialized team of lawyers.


    In the United States, whether ordinary people or high-class gentlemen, the most inseparable is a lawyer!


    After dealing with the company''s affairs, Guo Shouyun left LinkedIn''s tripled office area and drove to Google''s headquarters.


    Looking at the familiar logo, Guo Shouyun''s mentality at this time has undergone an earth-shaking change from the last time he came. Last time he was just a crazy speculator who pretended to be calm and didn''t know whether his adventure would be successful. But now, after spending nearly $120 million to get 59.95% of Google''s equity, although only 39.95% of the voting rights, it still can''t shake Sergey Brin and Larry Page''s belief in the company Absolute control, but the real interests contained in the shares are in his hands. As long as Google grows according to its original trajectory, even if his equity is diluted for various reasons such as listing and rewarding management, it will definitely be a super asset worth more than $300 billion in the next ten years.


    As long as he thinks of these, Guo Shouyun is greatly encouraged. Since his rebirth, the first major goal he had worked so hard to plan for his future has finally been successfully achieved.


    Walking into the Google office, this time the front desk saw him again, with respect in his eyes. Although his appointment as Google chairman and CEO due to the existence of the ''royalty contract'' has not been announced among the Google staff, but because of his two ''marketing models'' are so brilliant that they almost directly changed Google s future. Therefore, out of gratitude, and of course, more needs to retain talents, Page has put the title of vice president of operations on Guo Shouyun. Even if he can''t get the $80 million investment in one or two months, he can still let Guo Shouyun''s talent serve the company.


    Going through the office area, I found Larry Page''s office directly. After knocking on the door to get permission, Guo Shouyun strode in.


    "Bruce?"


    "You''re so surprised. Why, aren''t you welcome?" Guo Shouyun joked.


    Although Guo Shouyun seldom came to Google during this period, Larry Page and Sergey Brin often emailed him to ask him about the specific operation of the two business models and some problems encountered in the company''s operation. Therefore, compared to the beginning, the relationship between Guo Shouyun and the two has become much closer.


    "How come! Come, sit down and talk!"


    Larry Page put down his work and took the initiative to greet him with a smile.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and the two sat together on the sofa in the reception area.


    After Larry Page, the owner, served two cups of coffee, "the 80 million fund has been received by the Finance Department. Moreover, we have also received documents from Sequoia Capital, Kleiner Perkins and Andy to change their shareholdings. Now, if you got your wish, is it time for you to consider coming to work at Google?"


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded without hesitation.


    "Great! I can''t help but want to see the chemistry of the two business models applied to Google!" Larry Page said excitedly.


    "Larry, I don''t think it''s easy to make it public right now!"


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    "why?"


    Larry Page frowned.

 Chapter 42： Convince Larry Page

    Chapter 42 Convince Larry Page


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    "First, the business model cannot be patented. Once we make it public, other search engine companies will not hesitate to use them for themselves. At that time, we will only indirectly help our competitors. Second, there are With my $80 million investment, what Google lacks most today is not capital, but market share. The Internet industry is a ''winner-takes-all'' industry, with the number one company accounting for 70% of the market. . Therefore, before we disclose the two business models, it is best to develop Google into the world''s No. 1 Internet search provider. In this way, it makes more sense to launch ''PPC'' and ''Side Ads''! Otherwise, only It will be a wedding dress for others."


    "With Google''s current market share, it is not easy to become the No. 1 in the search engine industry." Larry Page frowned slightly.


    "I believe you and Sergey, as well as the strength of Google''s engineering team in technical research and development. When the two business models are not open to the public, technical advantages will allow us to take the lead in the search industry! In addition, for the development of Google, I also thought of a better way."


    "what way?"


    Larry Page''s eyes lit up.


    With Zhuyu in the ''bid ranking'' and ''side advertisement'' ahead, he has completely regarded Guo Shouyun as a genius in business management.


    "Yahoo!" Guo Shouyun smiled and said to himself.


    "Yahoo?"


    "That''s right. Today, Yahoo is the world''s largest Internet company with the highest market value, with operations in 24 countries and regions, providing diversified network services to more than 500 million unique users around the world. This is by far the world''s largest and most valuable Internet company. A successful internet platform!"


    Looking at the enthusiasm revealed in his eyes, Larry Page urged anxiously, "Don''t be rude, talk quickly! What''s the solution?"


    "It''s actually very simple, as long as we go to Yahoo and say, we embed a search bar on the homepage of its website to make it easy for users to search for the information they want. And we also pay it $2 million a year for promotion, do you think Will it agree?"


    In the future, Google''s rise to ride on Yahoo''s ride is the most classic business case in the development of the entire Internet industry. Although Google is now offering promotion fees to Yahoo, instead of Yahoo paying Google for search engine services, the results will not change in the end, and that''s enough. After a year or two, with the help of Yahoo''s platform, Google''s cost of up to $4 million is really nothing compared to the effect achieved.


    As for whether Yahoo would agree, Guo Shouyun was not worried at all. Under the Nasdaq crisis, any Internet company is thinking about how to increase its profitability and survive the crisis. How can it give up its $2 million in revenue? You must know that the US dollar has not depreciated sharply after the subprime mortgage crisis, and its purchasing power is still quite strong.


    After thinking for a while, Larry Page nodded slowly, approving Guo Shouyun''s strategy.


    "So, for this to hitch a ride and expand Google''s opportunity in the search engine market. We can''t come up with any major monetization model for at least one to two years. Otherwise, no matter how slow Yahoo is, it will not follow a Work with its competitors for online advertising profits."


    "I see. Fortunately, your $80 million investment is enough for our development in the next two years!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Let''s have dinner together at night, just tell Sergey about this!"


    "Okay, my treat!"


    After the two finished talking, they left the office together, and then called the company employees to announce that Guo Shouyun would replace Larry Page as the company''s chairman and CEO. Larry Page, who retired from these two positions, will serve as the company''s vice president and product director, and work with technical director Sergey Brin to improve Google''s search engine technology.


    Negotiations with Yahoo later are actually very easy. Now Yahoo''s two giants, Jerry Yang and David Filo are more concerned about the company''s technology research and development and the Nasdaq crisis. Moreover, with an extra $2 million in income, no one will refuse when the Internet industry is panicking.


    In addition, the current CEO of Yahoo is still approachable Tim Kugel who likes to play the guitar. Not the later Terry Semel who realized the importance of search engines to Yahoo. This is to reduce the resistance of Google and Yahoo cooperation.


    By the end of June, Google''s search bar was successfully embedded on Yahoo''s pages.


    At this point, the Google thing is temporarily over. Next, as long as it develops step by step, Google will still be the super Internet giant that later dominated the world search engine market.


    However, after dealing with Google''s affairs, Guo Shouyun still has no chance to be idle!


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    "Boss, this is the information you want!"


    "found it?"


    With that said, Guo Shouyun took the documents that Wendy Solo handed over. After a quick look, he nodded in satisfaction.


    "In addition, there is news from Korn Ferry that the target has agreed to our invitation. He will fly to San Francisco to meet you the day after tomorrow."


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun directly shook his head.


    "Tell the other party, don''t come to San Francisco, go directly to Los Angeles! Wendy, book me a flight to Los Angeles in the afternoon by the way!"


    "Boss, the registration for Matrix Game Company is complete!"


    Wendy nodded and said quickly.


    After taking a look at the documents and the seal, Guo Shouyun explained: "The M&A team has not been formed yet. So, this time you came forward to buy Valve Software for me. Remember, leave 10% of the shares to the development team!"


    "Boss, I have two jobs now, and you want to give me a raise!" Wendy Solo said with anger on her pretty face after nodding her head.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at her with a smile, "No problem, when this merger is successful, you can get 1% of the total value of the merger as a salary. However, if the purchase price is too high, I won''t agree!"


    "keep your word?"


    Wendy Solo''s eyes instantly brightened.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Please rest assured, Boss, I will successfully acquire Valve Software Company before you come back!" Wendy Solo said to herself.


    "That''s good, after the acquisition is successful, move the company''s office to Silicon Valley!"


    "What if they don''t want to move?" Wendy frowned.


    "If you don''t want to, forget it! Wait for me to come back and deal with it!"


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun said.


    "Any other questions?"


    "No more!" Wendy quickly shook her head.


    "carry on!"


    After watching her leave, Guo Shouyun got up and cleaned up his desk. After packing up the things to bring, I walked out of the office.


    Since he decided to establish his own chairman''s office, his office has moved from LinkedIn''s office area to the top floor of the Hills Building, and rented a 500-square-meter office area here In addition, Because more energy was put on Google, Guo Shouyun stayed on LinkedIn for much less time than before. However, as the company''s founder and chairman, he still firmly holds the right to speak on LinkedIn.


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    San Francisco and Los Angeles are among the largest cities in California. One dominates the world with the high-tech industry of Silicon Valley, and the other dominates the world with the Hollywood film industry! The same developed economy has made the transportation between the two places extraordinarily convenient. It''s only an hour and a half by plane.


    After walking out of the airport surrounded by busy people, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help thinking, "If only there was a private jet for transportation, it would save time and energy!"


    After sighing, Guo Shouyun shook his head with a bit of disappointment on his face. Private jets are great, but they won''t be available for at least two years. It''s not because he can''t afford it, but because he wants to spend the money on the edge.


    A private jet costs tens of millions of dollars, and the money is used for investment. If it operates well, it is enough to achieve a profit ratio of dozens of hundreds of times in his hands. Therefore, precious funds cannot be wasted unless necessary.


    After leaving the airport and ordering a rental car, Guo Shouyun stayed at the ''Biliver Hills West Hollywood Hotel'', which had already booked a room in advance!


    As one of the best hotels in Los Angeles, the price of staying here for one night is not cheap, especially Guo Shouyun wants the best luxury suite. However, you can save in other places, but absolutely not in accommodation. A good environment can bring good sleep, not to mention Guo Shouyun has to write often, so a good accommodation environment is very important to him.


    I put my luggage in the hotel and checked the time. There were still a few hours before the evening, and he didn''t want to delay.

 Chapter 43： horror master

    Chapter 43 The Master of Horror


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    "Sir, Chinatown is here!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun paid the fare, opened the door and walked out.


    Los Angeles Chinatown is not as famous as San Francisco and New York, but walking in it has the feeling of an old SH in the 1930s.


    Guo Shouyun, who came here for the first time, looked for the address in the information while admiring the unique street scene around him. After asking a few more passersby, I finally passed through a narrow and smelly alley, and came to a patio paved with cement bricks, with sporadic weeds growing in the gaps, and **** in the corners.


    There are almost all airtight buildings around the patio, and the overall environment is quite similar to the old residential buildings common in Hong Kong''s young and dangerous, but the land in the United States is not as tight as Hong Kong, so the buildings here are only six stories. Although relatively closed, it does not appear particularly depressing.


    Going up the stairs at the corner, Guo Shouyun stopped in front of a door marked 321. After confirming that he had not found the wrong address, he knocked on the door.


    "Who?"


    It didn''t take long, and a slightly hoarse and impatient voice came from it. As the footsteps approached, there was a ''squeak'' sound, accompanied by a slightly harsh rubbing sound, and the originally closed door opened. A young white man wearing a wrinkled black waistcoat and grey and white plaid shorts that was clearly left after the soup dried up appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    Compared with his sloppy image, perhaps only this handsome face can add a little point to Guo Shouyun''s evaluation of him.


    "Who are you looking for?"


    The white young man looked up and down the man who stood in front of him, dressed like a successful Wall Street person, and when he realized that he didn''t know him, he couldn''t help asking curiously.


    "Hello, does James Wing live here?"


    "Um!"


    "Can I see him?"


    "come in!"


    After looking suspiciously at Guo Shouyun again, the white young man took two steps back and let Guo Shouyun go in.


    "James, someone is looking for you!"


    When the other party shouted inside, Guo Shouyun followed into the room. Guo Shouyun, who used to live in a university dormitory, didn''t have much expectations for the bachelor''s room.


    This is exactly the fact. All kinds of messes you can imagine are available here, and the lunch boxes piled in the corners have not been sorted for a long time, so that the originally small living room is full of a kind of anti-flies and mosquitoes. Extraordinarily alluring scent. However, aside from the mere chaos, there was something different in the room. There are a lot of CDs stacked under the shelf where the TV is placed. Judging from the few exposed, they should all be movie CDs.


    "Who is looking for me?"


    With the surprised voice, from behind the door that opened next to him, a young man with medium-length hair and a thin face, wearing a loose black jacket and jeans, with a distinct Chinese appearance appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    When the two met, they were stunned. James Wen did not expect that the person he saw was actually a Chinese man in a neat suit. And Guo Shouyun didn''t expect that God Wen, who was worshipped by horror fans in later generations, still looked like a diaosi at this time.


    In the end, Guo Shouyun has rich experience and excellent adaptability. After being stunned for a while, he reacted instantly. After taking two steps forward, he smiled and stretched out his right hand towards the other party.


    "Hello, my name is Bruce Guo, and I''m the boss of a film company!"


    "James Wing. Wait, you''re the owner of the studio?"


    Wen Ziren couldn''t help but be surprised that this man who seemed younger than himself was actually the boss of a film company.


    "Yes. The company has just been established and is preparing to make a low-budget horror film. At present, the script and funds are in place, and there is still one director and part of the main creator. A friend of mine recommended you to me."


    Guo Shouyun expressed his intentions directly.


    "Director? You mean to ask me to direct?"


    Wen Ziren suddenly widened his eyes, and his breathing began to become a little faster.


    It has always been his dream to be in charge of the guide tube.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, "If you are interested, we can sit down and talk!"


    "Intentionally, intentionally! What Wen is best at is making movies."


    Before Wen Ziren could reply, the white young man beside him couldn''t wait to respond. And Wen Ziren, who had reacted, nodded quickly.


    Two years ago, after graduating from RMIT University in Australia, they followed the path of their predecessors to Hollywood to pursue their movie dreams. Because it doesn''t matter, no connections, not handsome, and no money. So I can only work as a handyman in the crew of Universal Studios, and occasionally be an extra. Not to mention the last meal, but after basically paying the rent, there is nothing left on hand.


    It is conceivable that in this state of life, Guo Shouyun throws out the opportunity to direct a movie. For the two of them, there is no reason to not agree.


    "Since Mr. Wen is interested, why don''t we talk somewhere else?"


    Guo Shouyun can''t stand the sour taste here!


    "I know there''s a very nice coffee shop nearby, I''ll take you there!"


    The white youth is also a smart person. After speaking, he took the initiative to push the door and walked in front.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t object and walked out. Guided by the white youth, the three came to a cafe on a street corner.


    After a simple communication on the road, Wen Ziren''s nervous and excited emotions gradually calmed down, but he was still a little cautious when facing Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. Guo, are you really planning to make a movie with me?"


    "You''ve asked this sentence eight times on the way here!"


    Even so, there was no impatience on Guo Shouyun''s face.


    "Sorry, I just can''t believe it. After all, I have never made a feature film!" Wen Ziren said quickly.


    "It doesn''t matter, everyone has the first time! I believe in your ability!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun took out a published novel from his briefcase and put it in front of Wen Ziren.


    "This is the script for the movie I''m going to make!"


    ""Spiritual: Ghost Records"? Isn''t this a supernatural novel that was just published some time ago?" Wen Ziren picked it up and looked at it and asked in surprise.


    "you have seen?"


    "Well! I have liked to read horror novels since I was a child!"


    Guo Shouyun, who had heard about Wen Ziren''s growth experience in later generations, nodded.


    "You...you are the author of this novel?"


    After opening the title page and seeing the author''s introduction above, although there is no photo, the same name makes Wen Ziren understand a little.


    "Hmm! Dongren is my pseudonym. I wrote this novel along with Pirates of the Caribbean, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Fifty Shades of Grey and National Treasure: Declaration of Independence some time ago! "


    After listening, Wen Ziren and the white young man on the side instantly became stunned.


    For the first time, they knew that sitting in front of them, despite being young, revealed maturity and majesty that did not match his age, was actually a great writer with great fame.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. I''m a big fan of yours, especially "National Treasure". The storyline of the treasure hunt in it is really great!"


    Ray Warner, a white young man who had already introduced himself on the road, was full of adoration.


    "thanks!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded. Regardless of whether the admiration and respect in the eyes of the two at the moment is true or false, it does make people feel good.


    "Since you''ve read the novel, it''s easy to talk about it next! I plan to adapt this novel into a movie with an investment budget of $1.5 million and a 30-day shooting time!"


    Although $15,000 generated $197 million at the global box office, the return of more than 10,000 times profit is very attractive. However, Guo Shouyun is not very short of money. Compared with the pseudo-documentary of the manual workshop, he prefers to use the method of industrial shooting to make the film more perfect. Also, it''s easier to make announcements.


    As for Wen Ziren not being the original director, Guo Shouyun didn''t really care. After all, he has seen movies and can be a producer to supervise. Of course, Wen Ziren''s talent in horror film shooting has been proven in later generations, and the genius does not explain!


    "Will thirty days be too short?" While excited, Wen Ziren was also a little worried.


    "This will test your directing ability! In addition, the main scenes of the movie are all in the same house, and there is no need for too many exterior scenes or complicated post-production, which further saves time and energy." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    Wen Ziren frowned and nodded.


    "Mr. Guo, "Smart: Ghost Story" is a novel. If it is to be made into a movie, it will definitely need some adaptations. I majored in film scriptwriting in college, so I can help!" Ray Warner took the opportunity to promote himself .


    In the face of such a good opportunity, he is not stupid, UU reading www. Of course, uukanshu.com should seize the opportunity to find a decent job with a good income.


    "Can!"


    After a little consideration, Guo Shouyun nodded. Even in the face of Wen Ziren, he would agree.


    "Thank you!"


    "Well! ... By the way, how long have you been in Hollywood?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "It''s been almost two years!"


    "Then you know what''s going on here?"


    "Mr. Guo, I assure you that there is nothing in Hollywood that we don''t know. Including the detailed addresses of those female stars." Ray Warner said somewhat flatteringly.


    "That''s good!" Guo Shouyun smiled, but he was not interested in the secrets of Hollywood actresses.


    "...Since you are familiar with this place, please help me find a filming location that fits the novel. Besides, Wen, you can start choosing actors!"


    Wen Ziren nodded excitedly. Guo Shouyun''s vigorous and resolute actions suit his appetite.


    "About the contract...?"


    "If there is no accident, I will call tomorrow to inform you to sign the contract with the company!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "I''m fine!" After thinking for a while, Wen Ziren shook his head.


    "I''m fine!"


    "Then let''s talk about this first. I have plans for the evening, so I won''t accompany you!"


    "Goodbye Mr. Guo!"


    "goodbye!"


    After Guo Shouyun walked out of the restaurant, Wen Ziren and his friends couldn''t help cheering.


    Hearing the faint movement behind him, Guo Shouyun did not look back. He does have plans for a while.


    "Hello, I''m going to Starbucks on Cesar Chavez Avenue!"


    After the taxi driver agreed, he turned on the accelerator and took Guo Shouyun out of Chinatown.

 Chapter 44： Morris Pictures

    Chapter 44 Morris Pictures


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    Cesar Chavez Avenue is part of the Sunset Strip in Los Angeles and is named in honor of Cesar Chavez, a Mexican-American union leader. Located in the middle of the street, Starbucks has won the favor of white-collar workers in the United States and the world with its stylish and simple model.


    "In the future, if you have enough money, Starbucks is a good investment target!" Recalling the prosperous scene of Starbucks blooming all over China and its skyrocketing market value, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but have this idea in his mind.


    Maybe he is too eager to make money and succeed. Now, in addition to writing books and starting a business, he thinks about investment the most.


    Pushing open the glass door and walking into the hall, Guo Shouyun strode over after seeing a middle-aged black man sitting in a corner, wearing a black suit, with a slightly fat body and a slightly sad face.


    "Mr. Morris?"


    "Are you Mr. Guo?" The black man raised his head, glanced at Guo Shouyun, and quickly stood up.


    "Yes, I am!"


    "Hello, I''m Buddy Morris, the owner of Morris Pictures!"


    "Hello!"


    They simply shook hands with each other, and after a few polite words, the two sat down again.


    "Mr. Morris, I''ve brought the contract. We can sign it now if you don''t have an opinion. After the signing is complete, we will take on all of your company''s bank debt. And the $1.2 million in acquisition funds will also be Credited to your account after we''ve signed the contract."


    Taking over the contract that Guo Shouyun handed over, Buddy Morris showed hesitation on his dark face.


    "What''s wrong with the contract?"


    "No, there is no problem. However, before signing the contract, I hope Mr. Guo can agree to a condition!"


    "Mr. Morris, we have already communicated the terms of the merger over the phone. Moreover, I think the appraisal company''s property appraisal of Morris Films is accurate enough. If you want to take the opportunity to increase the price, I can''t agree!" Guo Shouyun frowned slightly and said seriously.


    "No, no, you misunderstood! I''m not trying to increase the price. I just hope you will try not to lay off the employees of the company after the acquisition of Morris. They have their own families to take care of, and without this job, many of them People will lose their livelihoods. Moreover, the reason why the company is in trouble this time is also caused by my wrong decision-making, and everyone can��t be unlucky with me.��


    Looking at the guilty expression on the other''s face, Guo Shouyun flashed a thought in his eyes, and nodded after a while, "I can promise you!"


    "Really?" Buddy Morris exclaimed in surprise.


    "certainly!"


    In fact, the reason why he fell in love with the unknown Morris Film Company among countless Hollywood film companies is because it is not big, but it has all the internal organs and has a group of experienced film practitioners. Therefore, even if the other party does not say it, he will not dismiss the employee.


    "Wonderful! Mr. Guo, I thank you for all the staff at Morris and I assure you they are the best in the business!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, and generously accepted the other party''s thanks.


    "Can we sign the contract now?"


    "Ok, Ok!"


    After signing the contract and looking at it without any problems, "Mr. Morris, can you take me to the company?"


    "now?"


    "Now!"


    Although the time was approaching evening, according to Guo Shouyun''s plan for himself, every day''s time was precious and he didn''t want to waste it.


    Buddy Morris nodded, got up and took Guo Shouyun out of Starbucks, and then drove to Santa Monica. Santa Monica is more popular with smaller independent studios and individual studios than places like Burbank, Universal Studios, and Wilshire Boulevard. Here, the most famous is Lionsgate, and Morris is also a member here.


    Of course, the company that Guo Shouyun likes is not a grass-roots team. In fact, it has some popularity among the Santa Monica studios. However, it is not concentrated in the film industry, but in the niche industry of documentary filming.


    Before the filming of feature films, Morris Films maintained an annual profit of $400,000 by shooting documentaries alone. It has a production department, a marketing department, a distribution department, an administration department and a logistics department. It has a workforce of about 150 people and has an office space of about 280 square meters.


    If it wasn''t for Buddy Morris trying to transform the company into a real film production company, and the result of a major loss in investment mistakes, the $1.2 million obviously would not have won the Morris Company.


    "Boss!"


    When the two entered the door, the blonde girl at the front desk hurriedly stood up.


    "Heidi, I''m no longer the boss of the company!" Morris shook his head in disappointment.


    A look of sadness flashed across Heidi''s pretty face, and when she looked at Guo Shouyun who was standing beside her, there was a trace of nervousness and worry in her eyes.


    Guo Shouyun turned his eyes around the two of them, but did not speak, and walked towards the office area. Morris waved his hand and asked Heidi to go back to work, and quickly followed behind Guo Shouyun.


    "Boss...!"


    After seeing Morris, almost everyone in the office area made a voice of concern and concern. Obviously, everyone is well aware of the current state of the company.


    If nothing else, the young people in the front will be the new bosses of the company in the future.


    Under the complicated eyes of everyone, Guo Shouyun pushed open a room marked with the general manager''s office. After sitting down on the sofa in the sitting area next to him, his right hand has been facing the sofa. Knowing Buddy Morris hurriedly sat down.


    "Mr. Morris, I can see that you are very respected among this group of employees!"


    "Maybe that''s the only thing I''m happy about right now!" Morris exclaimed.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I saw from the information provided by Merrill Lynch that Morris Films was sold because of an investment error and owed $5 million in bank loans that could not be repaid?"


    "Yes!"


    "Can you be specific?"


    Morris nodded bitterly.


    "It''s me being too greedy. ... My biggest dream has always been to develop Morris into a major film production company like Lionsgate and DreamWorks. So last year, we started investing in feature films. We were lucky at first. Not bad, both horror films were profitable. Not a lot, but it gave me a lot of confidence. Finally this year, we decided to expand our investment. Morris Co. contributed 3 million US dollars, and then borrowed from the bank $5 million for a feature film!"


    "What''s the name of the movie?"


    "Legal Blonde!"


    "You mean Legally Blonde?" After Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, his eyes suddenly widened.


    Although he didn''t understand why he was so surprised at the moment, Morris nodded seriously.


    "Legal Blonde, Legally Blonde...?"


    After muttering a few words to himself, Guo Shouyun took a deep breath and concealed the surprise and excitement in his heart. Although he has forgotten which company produced and distributed the film, the words "Legal Blonde" are not unfamiliar to him. Not only did he download it online and watch it several times, he also remembered that it was a high box office hit.


    "Where is the film?"


    Guo Shouyun asked quickly.


    If everything goes as he thinks, then this acquisition is a huge profit.


    "It''s not over yet!"


    Morris shook his head with a wry smile.


    "Not finished?"


    "Yes! The original budget was $8 million, but after that money was used up, the film was only two-thirds completed. The rest, and post-production, needed more than $5 million, and we didn''t have that much. Money! Besides, the bank loan is about to expire...!"


    "Have you ever thought about working with other film companies?"


    "Of course I thought about it, but now is the Nasdaq crisis, the economy is in a downturn, and everyone is very cautious about high-risk film investment. Even if the film company intends to take over, the conditions are very harsh!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly and was about to speak. I heard the sound of hurried footsteps coming from far to near, and then the door of the office was banged open.


    "Buddy, I just talked to the guys at MGM, and they''re willing to pay $500,000 and take on all the bank debts to buy all the rights to Legally Blonde and the film that''s been shot...!"


    After seeing a stranger in the room, the excited middle-aged man slowly stopped talking.


    "Robert, let me introduce to you, this is Mr. Bruce Guo, an investor from San Francisco. We have just signed the acquisition contract, and Morris is no longer mine! ... Mr. Guo, this is " Legally Blonde director Robert Luketic!"

 Chapter 45： 5 movies

    Chapter 45 Five Movies


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    "Director Luke Tick, nice to meet you!"


    Guo Shouyun stood up, looked at the middle-aged man in a blue suit with a round face and a philistine in his eyes, and then extended his right hand towards him.


    "Uh, hello! Nice to meet you too!"


    Robert Luketic, who had reacted from his daze, quickly grabbed Guo Shouyun''s right hand.


    After smiling and nodding, Guo Shouyun turned his head, "Mr. Morris, would you like to be the CEO of Matrix Pictures?"


    "Matrix Films?"


    After Buddy Morris was stunned for a moment, he reacted instantly. Matrix Pictures is his new name after Morris Pictures. Thinking that the business he had worked so hard for had become someone else''s possession, Morris couldn''t help showing a deep look of loss on his face. However, seeing Guo Shouyun who was waiting for his answer, Morris briefly sorted out his thoughts.


    "Are you still willing to hire me?"


    "Yes! You have been very effective in the management of Morris Pictures before, but it was just a little bad luck!"


    Hearing this, Robert Luketic''s face on the side couldn''t help becoming embarrassed, saying that the predicament of Morris Pictures was all caused by him. In order to attract investment to make a movie for himself, he deliberately underreported the budget.


    "...And, from what I just observed, the staff of the company have a lot of respect for you. I think it''s easier to ensure the smooth development of the company, and its future, by handing the company over to a leader who is loved and respected by the employees. .. As for income...you get $15,000 a month and a 2% dividend at the end of the year."


    After listening, looking at Guo Shouyun''s questioning eyes, Buddy Morris nodded vigorously. The conditions given by Guo Shouyun are excellent, and he does not want to be unemployed.


    "I will be the chairman of the company in the future, responsible for the strategic planning and decision-making of Matrix Films. Now, as the chairman, I announce two news to the two. First, to continue the shooting of "Legal Blonde", the film studio If there is a shortage of funds, I will inject it into the company in the shortest possible time. However, Director Luketick, I can let go of everything before. If this time after we inject capital again according to your shooting needs, there will be a second shortage of funds, we will Your directorship will be released and 50% of the director''s fee will be recovered!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s serious and majestic expression, as well as his sharp and extremely oppressive eyes, Robert Luketick nodded slightly numbly. After all, he is just a new director who has just come to Hollywood from Australia and has limited connections. In front of a capital tycoon like Guo Shouyun, he has absolutely no qualifications to talk about conditions. Moreover, he could also see that although the man in front of him was young, he was not as soft-hearted as Buddy Morris. Once his bottom line is violated, there will definitely be a thunderous punishment that follows.


    "Then over at MGM...?"


    "Push it off!"


    Guo Shouyun said in a tough and clear tone.


    "OK!"


    Robert Luketic nodded hastily.


    "Second, I''m ready to shoot the second feature film of Matrix Pictures. I''ve already found the script and director, and people will come to the company tomorrow. What I need to do now is the preliminary preparations."


    "Part 2?...Will it be too soon?"


    After hesitating for a while, Buddy Morris said.


    "Quick? Maybe we''ll be shooting our third feature film in a few days!"


    Looking at Buddy Morris who looked shocked, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "I''ll call you Buddy in the future, so it will be more friendly."


    Buddy Morris nodded.


    "Buddy, as the CEO of Matrix Pictures, you have to be mentally prepared. This year we will invest in 4 feature-length films, including Robert''s "Legal Blonde", which is 5, with a total investment of more than 100 million US dollars . There may also be an increase in the middle depending on the situation.��


    After patting him on the shoulder, Guo Shouyun turned around, "Okay, let''s go out. It''s time to officially meet everyone."


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    "675 Santa Monica, yes, but why does it have the Morris Films sign?"


    Wen Ziren looked at the phone, compared with the sign next to him, his thin face was full of confusion.


    "Could it be that you remembered it wrong?" Ray Warner hesitated.


    "Impossible. Yesterday, I heard the four words Matrix Films clearly! And the address displayed in the mobile phone text message is here."


    "I also remember Matrix Films. But why is the address different from what the other party said? ... It''s not a liar, right?"


    "The two of us know nothing, what is there to deceive each other!" Wen Ziren rolled his eyes at his friend.


    "That''s right! Why don''t you call and ask?"


    After hesitating for a while, Wen Ziren nodded. But before he could pick up the phone, the bell rang first. He glanced at the caller ID and quickly connected.


    "Hey, is that James?"


    "I am, Mr. Guo!"


    "Are you here?"


    "It''s what you explained, but the sign next to it is Morris Pictures!" Wen Ziren said quickly.


    "That''s right! I just bought it yesterday, and the brand hasn''t changed. Since you''re here, come up quickly. I''ve told the front desk that she''ll take you to the conference room!"


    "Okay, let''s go up immediately!"


    "Well, I''m waiting for you!"


    Hanging up the phone, Wen Ziren pulled his best friend''s arm, "Come on, it''s here!"


    Ray Warner''s expression was shocked, and he ran up quickly.


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    "Is the contract ready?" Guo Shouyun asked instead after putting down the phone.


    "It''s ready! The director''s fee is $30,000 as you said!" Buddy Morris quickly handed over the director contract in his hand. He is still in a trance state. The movie shooting plan that Guo Shouyun explained to him yesterday was too grand.


    When you come up, you will invest 100 million yuan and make five feature films. Regardless of success or failure, the boldness to enter the film market with such a large amount of money is far from what he can compare and imagine.


    As a studio owner, his dream is to one day be enough to be compared to Lionsgate, Miramax, and Fox Searchlight. But what people think about is to separate from the six Hollywood majors such as Warner Bros., Disney, and Universal. The pattern at the beginning was different.


    But I have to say that while Guo Shouyun''s boldness was shocked, his ambitions that were about to dwindle were also aroused a little bit again.


    Not to mention anything else, if one day Matrix Pictures can really do what Guo Shouyun said, then as the CEO of this company, he will truly become a member of the top Hollywood circle!


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just as Guo Shouyun was flipping through the contract and Buddy Morris was immersed in his fantasy of the future, the door was knocked.


    "Come in!"


    "Boss, they''re here!"


    Heidi, the front desk lady who had already met yesterday, pushed the door and walked in.


    Behind her, Wen Ziren and Ray Warner, who were well dressed in suits and leather shoes, walked in cautiously.


    "Let me introduce! This is Buddy Morris, the CEO of our Matrix Films! Morris, these two are the James Wyn Ray Warner I mentioned to you before!"


    "Hello, Mr. Morris!"


    "Hello!"


    The three shook hands with each other.


    "What to drink?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "no thank you!"


    Warner quickly shook his head.


    "Heidi, bring two glasses of water!" Guo Shouyun said.


    The latter nodded and turned to go out.


    "sit!"


    After waving the two to sit down, Guo Shouyun took two contracts and put them in front of them.


    "A director''s contract, a writer''s contract. Now you can look at it and sign it if you think it''s okay."


    The two nodded and quickly picked up the contract and looked at it.


    "I want to ask what this additional clause is...?" Wen Ziren hesitated.


    "Because our "Smart: Ghost Records" is a series, so for the sake of the future of the film. If the first film can be profitable after the release, this 1+4 clause will be activated. You have to direct for us Five films in the "Smart: Ghost Recording" series. Of course, your director fee will fluctuate according to the performance!"


    Guo Shouyun knew Wen Ziren''s talent and wanted to use the film director contract to keep him first, so that he could create more benefits for himself. Bring him in if the time is right.


    Wen Ziren doesn''t know his future achievements. Therefore, in seeing the additional terms, if the film does well, there are still four films that can be directed, and the director''s fee will also increase, of course, I will not refuse.


    Without doubt, the two soon signed their names on two contracts.


    "Okay, the contract has been signed! ... Buddy?"


    "boss!"


    "Have you read the novel "Smart: Ghost Records"?"


    "I finished reading it last night. UU reading " Buddy Morris nodded quickly. In order to finish reading this novel, he stayed up until two in the morning.


    "That''s good. It''s up to you to find the location and set up the shooting team! In three days, I want to see the crew running."


    "Yes!"


    Facing Guo Shouyun''s majestic eyes, Buddy Morris nodded seriously.


    "James, your next task is to find the actors you want, think about the novel carefully, and then think about how to shoot? Which parts to shoot? Remember, you only have a month to shoot and edit!"


    "I know!"


    "thunder?"


    When Ray Warner heard Guo Shouyun calling him, he was stunned for a moment, then nodded quickly.


    "You are friends with James and a screenwriter, so help him with the script!"


    "Sure, don''t worry!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, his sharp and steady gaze swept across the crowd quickly.


    "I know that even though this film is only a small production, it is not easy to make a film in a month. But I promise you, if the final result is satisfactory to me. I will take 5% of the film The profits will be distributed to you.��


    "thank you boss!"


    The three hurriedly said. However, there was not much excitement in their eyes. Guo Shouyun understood the reason after a little thought. Probably they also feel that the box office of this small cost is only a few million dollars at most, and the profit of 5% is not much at all.


    Seeing this, Guo Shouyun smiled and did not explain much. Facts speak louder than words, and now it is said that apart from wasting words, it has no effect at all.


    "Okay, let''s get busy! By the way, Buddy, prepare a place for James and Ray to work."


    "Yes, boss!"

 Chapter 46： investment genius

    Chapter 46 Investing Genius


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    Buddy Morris moved fairly quickly, setting up the crew in just two days, and the suburban villa wasn''t hard to find in Los Angeles. James Wing also lives up to his reputation as a master of horror and a sharpshooter, although this is all later, but you have to admit that some people are born better than most in some respects.


    Within three days, he had found the actors and came up with the script together with Ray Warner. The reason why it is so fast is also due to the fact that there are only a few actors, and apart from the two protagonists, there are basically not many other scenes.


    "I said it before!"


    "Yes...but don''t!"


    "...I just let you know I''m crying inside!"


    "Crack...!"


    Seeing Wen Ziren who took the initiative to walk over after the call to stop, and explained the lines to the beautiful heroine whom Guo Shouyun had specially found, Guo Shouyun nodded secretly.


    Through these days'' observations, although Wen Ziren is in charge of the director for the first time, the things he shoots can meet his quality requirements for the film. And it didn''t waste too much film, which was enough.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Hearing the phone ringing, Guo Shouyun took a look and pressed the answer button.


    "Hello, is this Mr. Bruce Guo?"


    "I''m!"


    "Hello, I''m Korn Ferry''s headhunter Steve Levine!"


    "Hello. My assistant told me you''re doing well now!"


    "Thank you for your compliment. The target person decided to fly to Los Angeles to meet you in person. The time will be at three o''clock tomorrow afternoon at the Cabana private club! The target person likes to play billiards, and we will contract the pool hall there."


    "Okay, I''ll listen to your arrangement!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "See you tomorrow then!"


    "See you tomorrow!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun thought about it for a while, and did not disturb Wen Ziren''s shooting, and left the studio quietly.


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    In order to win the top talent of Huaxia''s venture capital industry to join him, Guo Shouyun, who returned to the hotel, prepared what he was going to talk about the next day. Until everything felt right, I turned on the computer and processed the company documents accumulated in the mailbox, and continued to write my own novel.


    In addition to "Pirates of the Caribbean," "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them," "Fifty Shades of Grey," "National Treasure," and "Smart: Ghost Recording," he just finished the Fast and the Furious No. 1 in June department. Now in early July, the novel he is writing is The Hangover 1!


    Guo Shouyun put on the custom-made high-end suit that he brought specially, put on the watch of Vacheron Constantin, and dressed up carefully. After showing that he attached great importance to the meeting, he drove the Lincoln car rented from the car rental company. We arrived at the meeting place we had agreed to meet yesterday.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. I''m Steve Levine."


    After Guo Shouyun parked the car, Steve Levine, who was waiting at the door, quickly greeted him.


    "Hello!" The two sides simply shook hands.


    "Is he here?"


    "It''s already here, and it''s being accompanied by our people!"


    "Let''s go!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Mr. Guo, please!"


    Guo Shouyun was not polite. A horse took the lead, striding in front of the meteor.


    Although the "Cabana Private Club" is the top social venue in Los Angeles, there is no door at all for Korn Ferry, one of the world''s top five executive searchers.


    When he came to the top floor of the clubhouse, Guo Shouyun briefly browsed the surrounding environment and was introduced to a luxuriously decorated billiard hall by Steve Levine.


    When the two of them pushed the door and came in, the people who were playing inside also stopped after hearing the movement.


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes quickly swept across the Korn Ferry headhunter who was playing with him. He focused his attention on holding a club. He was wearing a dark blue suit and black-rimmed glasses. On the young man of light.


    While he was looking at each other, Zhang Lei was also looking at the young man in front of him with a calm temperament and a sense of vicissitudes in his deep eyes. Of course, he would come over and do some homework on the people who poached him.


    Apart from Guo Shouyun''s experience as a scholar with a third degree from Stanford University, what really made him decide to come over and meet with the other party was a description of the future Internet development written by the other party. Not much content, just a thousand words. But it is indeed a force to change the world in these thousand words. At a time when the Nasdaq crisis and the world are not optimistic about the Internet, it is especially curious where the confidence of the other party comes from?


    "Mr. Zhang, this is the Mr. Bruce Guo you''ve always wanted to know!" Steve Levin said.


    "I''m Guo Shouyun. I''m glad you can come, Mr. Zhang Lei!"


    Guo Shouyun took two steps forward, and while smiling, he took the initiative to stretch out his right hand towards the other party.


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo''s Mandarin to be so standard, it''s surprising!" Zhang Lei said in surprise.


    "My adoptive father taught me since I was a child. And I am of Chinese descent, so naturally I have a strong interest in Huaxia. Of course, from a businessman''s point of view, I am optimistic about the future economic development of Huaxia, fluent language can help me the fastest, and at the same time Also get to know her most directly and join in!"


    After the two shook hands, they smiled at each other. The first time they met, they left a good impression on each other.


    "Mr. Guo, Mr. Zhang, since the two have met, then our mission is completed. Then you can speak freely here, we will not disturb!" Steve Levin said.


    "You have done a great job, thank you!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "This is what we should do as headhunters! Let''s talk slowly, we''re going out first!"


    After bowing slightly to the two of them, Steve Levine left with his colleagues.


    As the door of the room closed, Guo Shouyun smiled and said to Zhang Lei, "I heard that you like to play billiards. How about I play a shot with you?"


    "OK!"


    Zhang Lei nodded, and after repositioning the ball with Guo Shouyun, he quickly started a game.


    "Snapped��!"


    The red ball quickly entered the nest, but unfortunately Guo Shouyun missed when he scored another 2 points. But already very good, he has scored three goals in a row.


    "Mr. Guo often plays snooker?"


    "I played for a while before!"


    Before his rebirth, he had fought with colleagues for a long time after he moved from Quancheng to Modu to work. Although it''s been a few years now. Fortunately, technology hasn''t regressed too much.


    Zhang Lei nodded, and after hitting his shot, "Has Mr. Guo ever been to China?"


    "No! I''ve always wanted to go, but I''m too busy during this time to take the chance! However, China will be my most frequented country besides the United States in the future!"


    "why?"


    "I am a Chinese, and in terms of blood, China is my motherland. In addition, the economies of all countries in the world are not as dynamic as the Chinese economy. I am optimistic about her future development. In another 10 years, this will It is the largest economy outside of the United States. In another 20 years, she will be able to match the United States. So, whether it is from a bloodline or a business point of view, I have to pay great attention to her.��


    "In the United States, it is rare for someone to have such confidence in the Chinese economy as Mr. Guo!" Zhang Lei said after staring at Guo Shouyun for a while.


    After smiling, "Do you know why I dug you?"


    "Appreciate further details!"


    "First, you were born and raised in China and understand the business logic there. Second, you studied at Huaxia Renmin University and Yale University, and your classmates are top figures in various industries, which means you have enough connections and abilities. Third, you have worked in the Yale Endowment Fund and have some experience in the financial industry. Fourth, you are young enough, only twenty-eight years old, with enough time, energy, determination, and industry enterprising spirit to fight for your career. This is financial A must-have for industry elites. Fifth, and most importantly, you are good enough to be the most suitable genius in the investment industry!��


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s undisguised admiring gaze, although Zhang Lei''s face did not change much, his heart was quite uneasy. The excitement of being valued, the pride of being recognized, haunts my chest.


    "So in the future my work will be entirely in China?"


    "Yes and no!"


    "How to say?"


    "It''s very simple, I intend to let you manage the investment business of China Hua Capital in China, but this does not mean that companies outside China cannot invest. I don''t want to limit your talent, if you If you feel that India, Southeast Asia or the United States have suitable investment targets, you can make your own decisions. As long as the loss does not exceed 20%, I will not interfere in your management of the company.��


    Zhang Lei nodded thoughtfully.


    "The headhunter said to me, can I manage a $30 million fund?"


    "Not bad. At present, there are three funds under Hanhua Capital. They are ''Lichun Fund'', ''Rainwater Fund'' and ''Jingzhe Fund''. ''Lichun Fund'' is a private equity fund with an existing capital of 10 million US dollars, and its investment direction is the Internet sector. .''Rainwater Fund'' is a closed-end mutual fund with a capital of 10 million US dollars, and its investment direction is the technology sector. ''Jingzhe Fund'' is a real estate fund, which also has a capital of 10 million US dollars. In addition, I will give you another 1.2 million US dollars as a corporate fund. Operating funds, used to lease office space, recruit the employees you need, etc. Fund management method 2+20, that is, 2% dividends and 20% management fee income! As the CEO of the company, you can take the income of all funds to a 2% dividend."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked at Zhang Lei with a thoughtful face, "I think my sincerity is enough. Apart from me, no other company will give you such a large amount of autonomy and capital usage!"


    Zhang Lei nodded silently. At his current age, there are very few funds in the financial industry who can manage a fund of more than 30 million US dollars and more than 200 million Chinese currency. Just like his Yale MBA classmates, most of them are still in the stage of gaining qualifications and accumulating experience.


    However, all of a sudden took over so much money. Happiness is of course, but there is still a heavy pressure in his heart! He is very clear that the pay and the return are equal. Guo Shouyun invested money in him, gave him freedom, but also got corresponding rewards.

 Chapter 47： Valve Software

    Chapter 47 Valve Software


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    "What, are you afraid?"


    "how come!"


    After all, it was a 28-year-old young man who was excited by Guo Shouyun, an old fritter who had been working hard in the workplace for more than ten years. Zhang Lei immediately denied it.


    "That''s good! I''ve laid the foundation for the three funds for you. As for how much funds you can raise from the society, it all depends on your ability. Also, you are a smart person. As a VC, Hanhua Capital will never There are only three funds now!"


    "I see!"


    Zhang Lei nodded seriously.


    Guo Shouyun named the fund after the Chinese traditional twenty-four solar terms, so he can understand his expectations for the company''s future.


    Glancing at him and smiling slightly, Guo Shouyun put down his club and waved to Zhang Lei. The two sat down on the sofa next to each other one after the other. Immediately afterwards, Guo Shouyun took out a document from the briefcase he brought with him and handed it over.


    "This is the employment contract and the registration information of Great China Capital in Hong Kong. If you think there is no problem after reading it, just sign it!"


    Zhang Lei nodded, took it over and browsed it carefully, and signed his name on the employment contract with a solemn expression.


    "From now on, I will call you Boss!" Zhang Lei said while returning the contract.


    "The name is a small matter. If you call me Lao Guo, I''d rather!"


    "Old Guo?"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s still green face, and looking at his profile, Zhang Lei felt a little weird when he was less than 20 years old.


    "When can you go back to China?" Guo Shouyun changed the subject.


    "There are still some things that have not been dealt with at Yale!" Zhang Lei thought for a while, "Let''s do it for a week!"


    "After you return to China, in addition to setting up a company, I have a few things I want you to help me with!" After speaking, Guo Shouyun took out a document from his briefcase and handed it to the other party.


    "this is?"


    "A few small goals I set!" Guo Shouyun smiled slightly.


    "Tencent, Alibaba, Baidu, Ctrip.com, NetEase, Sohu, and Sina each own 20% of the equity! There are a total of seven goals. Every time you complete one, I will inject 5 million US dollars into Hanhua Capital. If you can achieve 20% of the equity If I buy 1% more on the basis of the equity of the company, I will inject an additional US$500,000 into Hanhua Capital. By analogy, there is no ceiling! In addition, the acquirer of each target is Hanhua Investment Management Co., Ltd.


    Looking at the document in his hand, and then looking at Guo Shouyun with a smile on his face, Zhang Lei''s eyes flashed with light.


    "I didn''t expect the boss to be so optimistic about the future of the Internet?!"


    "Didn''t you read the analysis article I wrote for you about the future of the Internet?" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    Zhang Lei nodded, "If everything is as expected by the boss, and the Internet will profoundly change all aspects of business, economy, culture, finance and other industries, then this is definitely a gold mine worthy of great efforts to develop! However, Hanhua Capital There are also private equity funds that focus on the Internet sector, I wonder if they can invest in these targets that the boss likes?"


    Facing Zhang Lei''s sharp eyes, Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, then quickly reacted, with a subtle tone: "What if I''m wrong?"


    "I believe that a person who can get a third degree from Stanford University and has a deep judgment and understanding of the future of the Internet has a very low probability of making mistakes!" Zhang Lei said seriously.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "If you really want to vote, I won''t stop you. But the shares I want must be guaranteed first."


    "Can!"


    "Also, it''s best not to put all your funds on these Internet companies that I like. One person is short, and two are long. My goals may not be all right, and you will also make mistakes.'' Eggs can''t be Put them in the same basket'', so as to ensure that we can ensure the safety of funds while obtaining sufficient income!"


    "Of course! If all the investments I lead are companies that the boss is optimistic about. Then I don''t think you will need me anymore!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, then patted Zhang Lei on the shoulder.


    "Come on, find a place to celebrate!"


    ��


    After discussing with Zhang Lei about the future development of Hanhua Capital for three days, Guo Shouyun put him on the plane back to Yale. In about a week, he will return to China with Guo Shouyun''s huge sum of $130 million.


    "Christopher, have you received the manuscript for The Fast and the Furious?"


    "Received! Cover design is currently underway, and it will be published in five days!"


    "That''s good!"


    "Bruce, a midnight talk show on ABC wants to have you as a guest...!"


    "Talk show?"


    For American talk shows, Guo Shouyun is most familiar with the Ellen Show, Conan Show and Oprah, and the others are not clear. And Bruce Guo is even more indifferent to talk shows. Although he doesn''t say he hasn''t watched it, he doesn''t have a few times throughout the year. Therefore, there are only a few talk shows that Guo Shouyun knows about at present.


    "Yes! It''s called The Jimmy Talk Show and it airs every Saturday at 23:00, and Nielsen shows it has an average of 198,000 viewers!"


    "23 o''clock? 198,000? Forget it, Christopher. I might as well write two more books than wasting my time on such a low-rated show."


    "Then I''ll push it for you?"


    "Push it!"


    "By the way, Bruce. Rowling''s fifth Harry Potter book is coming out soon. Then I''d like to host a world tour book signing for the two of you!"


    "Okay, let''s look at the arrangement!" Guo Shouyun agreed, and the higher popularity is conducive to the sales of his new book.


    "By the way, Christopher. You will arrange the finance immediately, and send the sales results of several books that have been published under my name in the form of legal documents. Quickly."


    "Okay, you can get it in three days at most!" Christopher Ritter didn''t ask Guo Shouyun what he wanted these financial documents for. Now he is the cash cow of the Thorn Bird Publishing Company, no matter how accommodating it is.


    "Okay. ... That''s it for the time being, I''ll hang up if I''m okay!"


    "goodbye!"


    After hanging up, Guo Shouyun found Wendy''s number and dialed it.


    "boss?"


    "In the company?"


    "No, in Seattle."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "How is the acquisition of Valve Software going?"


    "It''s going well!"


    "Is it going well?"


    "Yes! The two founders of the company, Mike Harrington, decided to travel the world with his new wife, so he didn''t say no to our offer. Gabe Newell agreed to our offer but did not want to Company moves to Silicon Valley!"


    Frowning slightly, after thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun said, "If you don''t want to move, forget about it, and complete the acquisition as soon as possible!"


    The most classic first-person shooter game "Counter-Strike" in the future is about to be officially released. Guo Shouyun doesn''t want to miss this gold mine.


    "Okay! $15 million in acquisition funds, they want to get in as soon as possible!"


    "No problem. After the acquisition is completed, we will leave 10% of the shares to the core team. In addition, the company changed its name to ''Villefort Game Studio'', mainly focusing on stand-alone game development. By the way, the ''Legend of Survival'' I wrote Have they read the game plan?"


    "Look, it was because of this game plan that Gabe Newell and Mike Harrington decided to sell the company. Also, he wanted to recruit employees to form a new team to develop ''Legend of Survival''!"


    "Okay, I agree!"


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun said solemnly: "In addition, you can help me make an appointment with Danny Lewis, President of Merrill Lynch''s Los Angeles Office I want to discuss a business with him!"


    "Merrill Lynch?"


    "Um!"


    Wendy Solo wanted to ask why, but because of her status and position, she held back.


    "OK!"


    "Do it as soon as possible! Give me a call after the appointment!"


    "clear!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    I put my phone in my pocket, walked around in the hotel living room a few times, and then went back to the computer to watch the half-written "Hangover", but I couldn''t get any interest. After forcing himself to write a few hundred words, Guo Shouyun shook his head. When there is no state, sitting here and writing is not efficient at all, and it is a waste of time.


    "Forget it! I''ve been busy with work since I came to Los Angeles, and I haven''t had time to go out for a walk. I''ll take it easy tonight!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun kept the written manuscript. Turn off the computer, change into casual clothes, and walk out of the hotel.


    Despite being in July, Los Angeles is not sweltering at night due to the Mediterranean climate. And the cool breeze from the sea took away the anxiety in Guo Shouyun''s heart.


    The surrounding greenery is very good, the roads are wide enough, and the air is very fresh. The most important thing is that there are few people. Even Los Angeles, which has the second largest population in the United States, is only the population size of a mid-level prefecture-level city in China. Therefore, when Guo Shouyun was hanging out, everything around him gave him the quietness he wanted most.


    Therefore, there is no need for any destination, and it counts wherever you go. Later, Guo Shouyun didn''t know how long he walked, but there were more people around than before. By analogy, it used to be equivalent to ordinary rural areas in China, but now it is equivalent to the main road of small towns.

 Chapter 48： Gypsy

    Chapter 48 The Gypsies


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    Unconsciously, Guo Shouyun came to a crossroads. While he was waiting for the traffic light, a family of three approached. The man was wearing a black and white plaid long-sleeved T-shirt, loose dark yellow pants, and a shaggy face, looking a little downcast. The woman was wearing a long pink floral dress, a tight T-shirt embroidered with butterflies in red on her upper body, a thick long braid behind her head, and a dark yellow face with a hint of wind and frost.


    In her right hand is holding a cute girl in a red waistcoat and little blue trousers. The little girl is holding a small leather ball with Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck printed on the surface in her left hand, and the color should be just bought.


    When Guo Shouyun looked at each other, the family of three also looked up at him. Because they didn''t know each other, no one would care too much, and soon the two sides passed by.


    However, after passing Guo Shouyun, the family of three hadn''t walked a few steps. The little girl didn''t know what she stepped on. She staggered forward. The small ball fell to the ground, jumping and rolling toward the road next to it. Seeing that the baby ball that her parents just bought for herself was dropped, the little girl almost subconsciously shook off her mother''s hand and chased after the ball.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun, who was walking on the side, also noticed a red ball rolling diagonally in front of him. Human eyes are very sensitive to red, and he turned his head to look at it completely instinctively.


    But at a glance, his face quickly became tense. I saw not far away, a Ford Mustang car rushed over from the opposite side of the intersection. With the bright street light next to him, Guo Shouyun, who had good eyes, vaguely saw the men and women lingering inside through the windshield in front of him. These two are also bold enough to dare to do this when crossing the intersection, the woman''s body completely blocked the front view of the driver''s male.


    "To suffer!"


    Seeing the little girl who was chasing towards the little ball and didn''t even realize the danger in the distance, Guo Shouyun gave a "squeak", and the conscience in his heart made him subconsciously rush forward.


    At this time, the girl''s parents also noticed the danger. While the man rushed up anxiously, the woman was pale and screamed frantically, and rushed up behind the man regardless. It''s a pity that their speed is far less than that of their younger counterparts, and Guo Shouyun, who was born as a basketball guard, has amazing explosiveness.


    Maybe it was the woman''s scream that affected the men and women in the car, and their faces changed dramatically when they noticed the danger. The man was also quite astute. He slammed the steering wheel to the left while slamming on the brakes.


    The nearly two-ton car body hugged the little girl just like that, and Guo Shouyun, who rolled to the right, could miss it. If it was slower, he would have to go to the hospital for the second time; if it was more serious, he would have to walk through the Naihe Bridge and the Hall of Rebirth again.


    "boom��!"


    The left-turning Ford Mustang hit a coconut tree by the roadside and stopped.


    Guo Shouyun, who had exhausted all his strength, rolled on the ground for a dozen laps before slowly stopping.


    "Aurora!"


    The man rushed up anxiously, snatched the girl from Guo Shouyun''s arms, and hugged her tightly. Immediately after, the woman also ran over crying.


    Looking at the family of three hugging each other tightly. A trace of envy flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes. How much he longed for this kind of parental love. It''s a pity that the two worlds did not enjoy it.


    "hiss!"


    The pain from the elbow of his right arm instantly occupied his nerves. I don''t wear much in summer, but Guo Shouyun only wore a white half sleeve when he came out this time. When I was rescuing people just now, my right elbow had been in close contact with the hard concrete pavement more than a dozen times.


    Of course, the left elbow also had blood, but it didn''t hurt as much as the right elbow. However, even so, Guo Shouyun was very happy to think that he had saved a small life. However, the thrilling scene just now, thinking about it now, made his back sweat a little, and his heart shivered. He didn''t even think that he had the courage to save people.


    "Thank you, thank you so much!"


    After seeing that their daughter was all right, the man and the woman were grateful to Guo Shouyun together.


    "You''re welcome, is the child okay?"


    "It''s okay! It''s okay! Thank you so much just now!" The woman said gratefully.


    "Thank you uncle!"


    Although the little girl turned pale with fright and panic appeared in her brown pupils, her words were still very polite.


    "Don''t run around on the road in the future, you know, it will be very dangerous!" Guo Shouyun warned after nodding.


    "Aurora remembered!"


    The little girl nodded her head obediently.


    Guo Shouyun comfortably touched her fluffy hair with natural curls.


    "Bastards, how did you drive?"


    At this time, the angry father found the young men and women who got out of the car and were still in shock.


    "Sorry, we didn''t mean it!"


    A stylishly dressed man in a suit hurriedly said.


    "Damn, if something happens to my daughter, I will kill you!"


    The man grabbed the man''s collar and glared at him fiercely, looking like a cannibal.


    "It''s all our fault, we lose money!"


    The woman was dressed in fashion, and although a purple hip-packed skirt was a bit messy, it still perfectly set off her slender figure.


    The man originally wanted to vent his anger, but when he saw the thick stack of banknotes that the woman took out from his bag, which was more than ten thousand dollars, he was inevitably moved. In addition, the daughter was not in an accident, so after grabbing the dollar handed over by the woman, he said sharply: "Be careful next time you drive!"


    Guo Shouyun ignored the dispute between them. When the man went to find the other party to settle accounts, he planned to leave. After all, my body is bleeding now, although it is a skin injury, but it hurts!


    "Sir, please wait!"


    Just when Guo Shouyun was about to stop a taxi and take him to the hospital, the man chased after him after handing over the money to the woman.


    "Any thing else?"


    "Thank you again for saving my daughter. Also, we live by the sea not far from here. It only takes two or three minutes to walk there. So I would like to invite you to our house to express our gratitude to you." The man Sincerely.


    "No need. In the situation just now, anyone who was on duty would help. And as you can see, what I need most now is the hospital." After Guo Shouyun shook his head, he gestured to the other party for his bleeding hand elbow.


    "Then you need to come with us all the more. My mother is a doctor, and she can help you with your wounds."


    This sentence made Guo Shouyun hesitate.


    "Did you see that light? That''s our house!"


    Looking in the direction of the man''s finger, sure enough, there was a dense light about two or three hundred meters in front of the right. Guo Shouyun took a few glances when he walked over from there just now. There were six or seven caravans parked there. Therefore, he also guessed the identity of the man in front of him. However, Guo Shouyun did not point out, but nodded after hesitating for a while.


    If you have this skin injury on your body, treating it in time can reduce the pain. Moreover, he only needs to clean up the wound, apply some medicine and bandage it, and it will be OK. No complicated operations are required, and anyone who has a medicine cabinet at home can do it. Therefore, when faced with the sincere invitation of the man in front of him again, he did not refuse.


    "Great, please come with me!"


    At the invitation of the family, Guo Shouyun followed them to the gathering place.


    On the sand by the sea, about seven caravans form an oval. A bonfire rises in the middle, and food is roasted on it. Around 30 people were chatting and laughing loudly around the fire.


    "Fidel, Aika, you''re back. ... Who is he?"


    After watching them come back, a curly-haired man in a white striped shirt took the initiative to leave the crowd and greeted them.


    "Reina, I''ll introduce you to you later. Where is Anna?"


    "At Grandma Gemma!"


    Fidel nodded, "Aika, take this Mr. Guo to our caravan, and I''ll find Anna!"


    "OK!"


    The girl''s mother nodded. UU reading


    "Mr. Guo, please come with me!"


    On the way here, they had already told each other their names.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, followed behind the opponent and walked towards a caravan with red baskets on the left.


    "Aika, what''s going on?"


    After taking a look at Guo Shouyun''s **** arms and the dust on his body, Reina stepped forward and asked.


    "On the way back just now, this kind gentleman saved Aurora. Without him, we might have lost our only daughter now!" Speaking of this, Aika couldn''t help recalling the previous thrilling scene in her mind. His face suddenly turned pale, and his right hand involuntarily held his daughter''s left hand tightly.


    "Mom, you hurt me!"


    "Sorry, baby!"


    While Aika was comforting her daughter. Reina glanced at Guo Shouyun, took a step back, and said sincerely, "Thank you for saving Aurora, you are the benefactor of our Gypsy Lucero family!"


    "you are welcome!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    Under the guidance of Aika, Guo Shouyun walked into the caravan. The living room was not big, and the tables, chairs and benches placed inside made it look a bit crowded, but it was clean.


    After asking Guo Shouyun to sit down, Aika took out a black wooden box from the room inside.


    "I''ll help you clean up the wound first!"


    "I''ll do it myself!"


    As soon as Guo Shouyun finished speaking, he heard the sound of dense and rapid footsteps coming from outside. Soon, an old woman wearing a pink T-shirt and a floral scarf tied diagonally from shoulder to waist, dressed somewhat like an Indian, walked in hurriedly.

 Chapter 49： 3 tarot cards

    Chapter 49 Three Tarot Cards


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    "Aurora, my dear baby, are you all right?"


    As soon as the old woman came in, she took the little girl sitting on the sofa next to her into her arms.


    "It''s okay, grandmother. It was my uncle who saved me!"


    After struggling for a while, the little girl raised her little finger and pointed at Guo Shouyun, who was sitting opposite.


    After the old woman kissed her granddaughter''s forehead excitedly, she turned her attention to Guo Shouyun. After a brief look, he took a few steps forward and said gratefully, "Fidel told me just now on the way back. Kind sir, thank you for risking your life to save my granddaughter, please accept Gypsy. The most sincere thanks from the Lucero family!"


    Looking at the family who put their right hand on the left chest, half bowed, and their expressions were solemn and sincere, Guo Shouyun hurriedly stood up.


    "You''re welcome! Hiss...!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was involved in the wound, couldn''t help frowning because of the excessive movement.


    "Aika, give me the medicine kit!"


    After taking the black box from the young woman Aika''s hand, the old woman walked over to Guo Shouyun and sat down.


    "I''ll help you heal the wound."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he did what he said.


    Soon, the old woman took out some medical tools from the opened medicine box. However, Guo Shouyun found that there was not much Western medicine in it. Instead, there are many bottles and jars with labels and different colors. He couldn''t understand the text above, nor did he understand the function of these medicines.


    First, use clean water to clean up the dirt near Guo Shouyun''s wound. The old woman took out a small brown bottle the size of a baby''s fist from the many bottles and jars. After unplugging it, she poured out some light gray powder from it, and lightly sprinkled it on Guo Shouyun''s wound.


    Soon, a cool and slightly tingling feeling entered Guo Shouyun''s nerves from the wound.


    "This is a healing medicine prepared by our gypsies. It has good hemostatic and repairing effects. Your elbow will be back to normal in a week at most!"


    "Thank you!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "It''s us who should be most grateful! Without Aurora, our family would have no hope of surviving!" After shaking her head slightly, the old woman carefully bandaged Guo Shouyun''s wound with white gauze.


    "Mr. Guo, your clothes are a little dirty. Why don''t you change this one first! Don''t worry, I just bought it from the supermarket and haven''t worn it yet!"


    Looking at the gray shirt Fidel held in his hand and the sincerity in his eyes, Guo Shouyun nodded. He didn''t want to reject the kindness of others, and his clothes were really dirty and torn.


    After expressing his thanks, Guo Shouyun changed into his clothes. Although the clothes were a bit small compared to his body, they could barely wear them. However, the 187cm strong and big man, put on a normal 175cm clothes, as if wearing a navel-baring tights, it looks quite funny, and people can''t help laughing.


    Looking at himself in the mirror, Guo Shouyun twitched the corners of his mouth. But funny is funny, better than dirty, old, blood-stained holes.


    "Thank you for bandaging me, it''s late, I should go back too!"


    Now Guo Shouyun just wanted to hurry back to the hotel and change out of his funny clothes.


    "Please wait. Mr. Guo, we have prepared a sumptuous dinner. Please stay and taste with us." Fidel said sincerely.


    "Please give us a chance to express our gratitude!" said the old woman.


    Guo Shouyun hesitated for a while and then nodded.


    Coming out of the caravan, he was invited to the campfire. Maybe he knew about his saving lives, so the gypsies around him were very friendly to him.


    Grilled beef and wine, as well as some gypsy food, filled Guo Shouyun''s dinner plate. Although they are not as authentic as the finely crafted cuisine of Michelin restaurants. But while eating food, while enjoying the gypsy dance that is somewhat similar to Spanish flamenco under the bonfire, there is also a unique flavor.


    After eating the food and it was getting dark, Guo Shouyun said goodbye.


    "Please wait!"


    Fidel stopped him again. But just when Guo Shouyun was about to ask the reason, he saw the crowd around him all give way. With the help of two middle-aged gypsy women, one was wearing a light gray robe with ribbons on his head, and the skin on his face was like dry orange peel. Looking at the nearly 100-year-old old woman, she walked tremblingly. come over.


    The gypsies around looked very respectful to the old woman. When she passed by, they all bowed their heads reverently and looked solemn.


    "I heard them say about Aurora. Thank you, boy!"


    The old woman walked to a place one meter in front of Guo Shouyun and stood still, her dim pupils revealed a kind of wisdom after reading the vicissitudes of life, which made people feel respectful after seeing it.


    "You''re welcome!"


    Whether it was out of politeness or respect for the elders, Guo Shouyun seemed extremely humble at this time.


    The old woman looked him up and down, smiled and nodded, then waved to the person next to her. The latter understood, and soon Guo Shouyun''s curious eyes brought a red flannel-covered table and two upholstered wooden stools from the caravan in the middle.


    "Please sit down!"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t know why, but he still sat down on the wooden bench.


    Next, in his surprised eyes, the old woman took out a small pink embroidered bag from her cuff. After opening the packet, a beautiful tarot card was taken out by the old woman.


    Guo Shouyun had heard a lot about tarot cards, a medium of divination equivalent to the Eastern Zhouyi, in his previous life. In this life, I also received part of Bruce Guo''s memory of playing tarot cards. Therefore, I have a certain understanding of the basic meaning of the tarot cards, as well as the 22 major arcana cards and the 56 minor arcana cards. Of course, it''s all just ignorance.


    After taking out the tarot cards, the old woman handed the small bag to the middle-aged woman standing next to her, then folded her hands together and began to shuffle the cards quickly. Compared to her waning body, the old woman''s shuffling hands were extraordinarily stable and powerful. The speed and skill of shuffling are no less than those of the young people.


    "Child, in order to express our gratitude to the gypsies, I am willing to do a divination for you. Now, please close your eyes and meditate, and when you feel you can open your eyes, open and draw from my deck of cards. Three!"


    Seeing the black and white of the old woman, pure as a baby, but strangely revealing a look that has gone through the vicissitudes of life, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    No matter in the past or this life, he maintained awe of the mysterious power.


    Taking a deep breath, closed his eyes, meditated for a moment, and felt that all distracting thoughts had been eliminated, Guo Shouyun opened his eyes and quickly selected three cards from the card array.


    "Emperor, Death, Scepter!"


    Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank, and he quickly recognized his three cards.


    "What do you want to ask?" the old woman asked.


    After contemplating for a moment, Guo Shouyun solemnly said, "The future!"


    The future is a broad topic, but the strange thing is that the old woman did not refuse. After nodding, he picked up Guo Shouyun''s three cards and looked at it. But as time went on, the old woman''s brows became tighter and tighter, and an old face like an orange peel seemed to be squeezed together, which made people feel a little hideous.


    "Why? Death or new life?"


    Guo Shouyun was shocked, he knew best what was going on with him.


    Soon, the old woman put the three cards back into the tarot and shuffled again. But this time, she obviously switched to another approach.


    "Child, please smoke again!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, Yiyan took another shot. But what made his pupils shrink was that the cards he drew were still the same as before.


    "Emperor, Death, Scepter!"


    But this time the order has changed, becoming the emperor, the scepter, and the **** of death.


    "What the **** is going on, is there really a **** in this world?" Guo Shouyun was full of shock.


    Because, when the old woman asked him to draw cards for the third time, it was still these three cards. It''s just that the order of the cards has changed to death first, emperor and scepter last.


    The same three cards are drawn three times in a row, which is hard to explain by coincidence.


    Moreover, Guo Shouyun obviously found that the gypsies around him were looking at him with a kind of shock in their eyes.


    "Death and rebirth give birth to great power and wealth, but God has covered your future destiny. I can''t see through it all. I can only tell you some scattered information to express our gypsies'' gratitude!"


    Looking at the old woman with a tired look on her face, Guo Shouyun hurriedly said, "You are very kind, thank you very much for your efforts."


    The old woman smiled and nodded.


    "Kong Sang, go to my room and take out the innermost thing in the bottom compartment of the medicine cabinet."


    An old man of about sixty or seventy years old was stunned for a moment after hearing the words, and there was a hint of hesitation on his face, as if he was about to say something. But after nudging his mouth, he finally said nothing, turned around and walked out of the crowd.


    After a short time, the old man named Kong Sang walked back with a pottery bottle about the size of an adult''s palm and some dark red patterns on the surface.


    After taking the pottery bottle, someone next to him handed over a cup the size of a wine cup. The old woman pulled out the stopper on the pottery bottle and poured some purple-red viscous liquid into the small cup.


    "Son, this is our gypsy''s secret medicinal wine. Drinking it will help your wounds heal. It''s our reward to you!"


    He took the small cup handed over by the old woman and glanced at the purple-red viscous liquid in it. Guo Shouyun hesitated in his heart whether to drink this thing of unknown origin. However, when he brought the cup close to his mouth, an elegant and somewhat eccentric fragrance hit his nostrils, which instantly lifted his somewhat sluggish spirit. There was a strange desire for the liquid in the cup.


    Looking at the dozens of eyes around him focused on him, Guo Shouyun found that most of them, especially the men''s eyes, were full of envy.


    Guo Shouyun was very smart, and instantly understood that the purple-red liquid in the small cup in his hand was a good thing. At the moment, he no longer hesitated, opened his mouth and raised his head and drank it.


    Feeling a cool liquid slipping down his stomach, UU read www. uukanshu.com In an instant, a warm heat flowed from it all over the body, and the warmth seemed extraordinarily comfortable. The pain caused by the bumps when saving people on the body also seems to have been relieved a lot.


    "Thank you!"


    Putting down the cup, Guo Shouyun said sincerely.


    The old woman smiled and nodded.


    "Child, after you leave here, you walk 12 kilometers east, there is a bar called ''Dark Night Rose''. You wait for 25 minutes at the alley on the right side of the door. The luck arranged by God will come to you. !"


    Looking at the old woman''s incomprehensible smile and the words just now, Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment and then nodded.


    "Thank you, I say goodbye!"


    "Fidel, send a guest!"


    "Yes!"


    After Guo Shouyun left, the old man who took the medicine couldn''t help but said, "Mother, why did you give him ''Angmal''!"


    "You''re reluctant?" the old woman said calmly.


    "Of course not. We Gypsies are never stingy towards those who are kind to us. But once ''Angmar'' attacks, if there is no...!"


    After waving her hand to interrupt him, a mysterious smile like a chrysanthemum bloomed on the old woman''s old face.


    "Did you forget the last thing I said to him?"


    "But what if he doesn''t understand, doesn''t understand, doesn''t obey?"


    "No!" The old woman shook her head. "Although I can''t see through his fate, I can spy on his character. He will definitely do as I tell him! His curiosity and desire to control are too strong. It''s gone!"


    The old man hesitated for a moment and then nodded.


    "But Angmar''s role isn''t just that?"


    "Don''t worry, it''s fine. Besides, I''ve had you since I was nineteen...!"

 Chapter 50： The mandarin ducks are two nights in the quilt

    Chapter 50


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    After leaving the gypsy camp, Guo Shouyun did, as the old woman guessed, follow the instructions to the ''Night Rose'' bar more than ten kilometers away. His exuberant curiosity and reverence for the occult drove him to do so.


    The bar''s decor isn''t too fancy, but it''s a good business. It was still brightly lit inside at nearly 11pm.


    However, Guo Shouyun did not go in, but waited at the alley on the right according to the old woman''s instructions. But the taste here is not very good. The trash can that the bar dumped was less than three meters away from the alley. Under the blessing of the high temperature in midsummer, an unbearable rancid smell was surging.


    Guo Shouyun frowned and hid in the distance for more than ten minutes before walking over reluctantly after seeing that the time that the old woman said was approaching. Standing in the corner, under the light of the bar, his funny navel-baring outfit was particularly conspicuous. Guo Shouyun, who had been laughed at several times on the way, hid in the shadow of the alley.


    As time passed, Guo Shouyun, whose curiosity gradually disappeared, became impatient. Just when he was hesitating whether it was time to leave, a burst of hurried footsteps suddenly came towards here from the door of the bar. Trembling in his heart, Guo Shouyun turned around subconsciously.


    But before he could see the appearance of the person who came, a huge smell of alcohol had already penetrated into his nose and mouth.


    "vomit��!"


    With the sound of vomiting, someone grabbed Guo Shouyun''s arms and happily sprinkled all the "unhappy" in his stomach on him.


    Feeling the wetness on his body, as well as the peculiar smell mixed with the strong alcohol and gastric juices, the pale-faced Guo Shouyun''s body froze. The huge nausea washed away the original curiosity and a little excitement!


    It was the first time in his two lifetimes that he had experienced this kind of thing, and a strong anger surged in his heart, occupying his nerves like lightning.


    Just when he was about to throw this dirty and disgusting **** out of his arms. A slender jade hand with thick skin suddenly appeared in front of him.


    "Here''s the car key, take me home!"


    Guo Shouyun was startled, and subconsciously stopped the movements in his hand. Only then did he notice that the guy who vomited all over himself was a slender beauty. Only the long blond hair and the darkness blocked his further observation. Of course, the huge smell of alcohol and the vomit on the body are also the main reasons.


    Men are always tolerant of women with outstanding looks, and Guo Shouyun is no exception.


    "Hey, where do you live?"


    After struggling for a while in his heart, Guo Shouyun frowned and said in a vicious voice.


    "go home!"


    Well, there must be no question.


    It is more appropriate to take the key from the other party''s hand and hold her, or say ''carry''. Walking to the parking lot in front of the bar and pressing the unlock button on the key, the lights of a white Aston Martin sports car flashed.


    "A sports car? It''s quite rich."


    He opened the car door and put the other party on the co-pilot. Guo Shouyun just wanted to get in the car, but when he saw his clothes soaked in vomit, he frowned and took it off without hesitation, and simply wiped the rest of his body. After wiping it, it was thrown into the trash can next to it.


    Naked with a muscular upper body, he started the Aston Martin, turned the steering wheel and disappeared into the thick night. As for the destination, of course, it was the hotel where he stayed. Except here, where does the ghost know where the woman who made him so embarrassed just now lives?


    "Is she what the old gypsy woman called ''lucky''?"


    Guo Shouyun looked at the woman in the co-pilot, who was about 180 cm tall. Wearing a black sleeveless shirt from Chanel, a pair of slender and beautiful legs, and a half-heeled crystal diamond-studded lace-up sandal on Cardamom Zhu Dan''s jade feet. On the left wrist is an Omijou watch, and a white diamond necklace is looming on the neck. As for the face, most of it was covered by long blonde hair. Nevertheless, both the silhouette and the first glimpse of it at first sight are amazing, and the figure is good!


    Guo Shouyun briefly looked at the other party, and then withdrew his eyes. Without it, no matter how beautiful a woman is, if she smells of alcohol and is full of filth, it will also turn people off.


    Back at the hotel where he was staying, Guo Shouyun endured nausea and took the woman out of the car.


    "Sir, do you need help?"


    When the doorman saw Guo Shouyun, he hurried over.


    "Stop the car for me, my girlfriend is drunk!"


    With that said, Guo Shouyun handed over the car keys and the tip prepared in advance. A $100 tip is enough to make the doorman show his greatest enthusiasm and sincere service attitude.


    Although Guo Shouyun hated the filth on women and the unpleasant smell. But facing her who was almost completely unconscious, she had to endure the discomfort in her stomach, carried her through the corridor and took the elevator into her room.


    Turning on the light, Guo Shouyun didn''t put her on the sofa in the living room, but threw her directly on the toilet in the bathroom.


    "Hey, I didn''t expect to look so pretty!"


    After the woman''s long golden hair spread out, revealing a fair and tender face, under the bright light, a heart-warming and delicate figure came into his eyes.


    "Why does it look a little familiar?"


    A hint of suspicion flashed across Guo Shouyun''s face.


    "Dong dong...!"


    A knock on the door interrupted his thoughts.


    "Sir, here are your car keys!"


    It was the doorman who had just parked the door.


    "Wait a moment!"


    After taking the car keys, when the other party said ''good night'' and was about to leave, Guo Shouyun stopped him.


    "Sir, is there anything else you need?"


    "You should have female policemen here, call me two." Looking at the doorman''s strange eyes, Guo Shouyun quickly explained, "You saw it just now, my girlfriend is too dirty. I don''t want to. Touch her and ask your people to help her take a bath!"


    The doorman, who suddenly understood, nodded immediately.


    "Okay, sir. Hold on a moment, I''ll tell you right away!"


    "faster!"


    After watching him leave, Guo Shouyun returned to the room. Glancing at the drunken beauty sitting on the toilet lid in the bathroom, after a trace of struggle flashed in her eyes, she shook her head with a wry smile. To be honest, it wasn''t that he didn''t think about giving each other a bath himself. But the moral bottom line formed by the more than 50 years of social experience in the two worlds did not make him have the courage to take advantage of others'' dangers.


    "I guess it''s even worse than a rogue, right?"


    Thinking of the "man and woman sleeping in the same bed, but the man obeyed the agreement and didn''t touch her, but the next day was scolded as a joke that was worse than a hooligan", Guo Shouyun couldn''t help laughing at himself.


    In the final analysis, he is still the Guo Shouyun who lived at the bottom of the magic capital. Even though he has a net worth of more than 200 million US dollars, his mentality and way of thinking will be difficult to change for a while.


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    The service and efficiency of a five-star hotel are naturally extraordinary, and within three minutes of sitting down in the living room, two female clerks in their thirties knocked on the door and walked in.


    Guo Shouyun took them to the bathroom, and after explaining, he withdrew. Go back to your bedroom, take off your vomit-stained pants, and throw them away in the trash can. Because his arm was injured, he couldn''t take a bath. He could only use a towel dipped in water to wipe off the dust on his body and the contaminated vomit. After taking a new set of clothes from his suitcase and putting on, he sighed in relief.


    "Isn''t the air conditioner on? Why is it so hot!"


    After changing clothes, I just came to the living room and sat down. Guo Shouyun felt a hot air coming from his body. At first he thought it was because the air conditioner was not on, but later found out that it was not the case!


    "Sir, we have washed your girlfriend, do you need us to help her to the bedroom?"


    "Um!"


    Looking at the girl in front of him wearing black corset work clothes and black hip-packed skirt, looking like Zhou Zheng, Guo Shouyun inexplicably filled with a strong desire to push the other party down~ www.novelhall.com~ Mr. OK, are you alright? "


    "It''s okay! Please put her in the bedroom, and then bring her clothes over tomorrow morning after washing."


    After shaking his head and sobering himself up, Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    "OK!"


    The two waitresses helped the drunk girl in the bathrobe to the bedroom inside, and then left with her dirty clothes and the tip from Guo Shouyun.


    "What''s the matter, the body is getting hotter and hotter!"


    Pulling off the T-shirt from his upper body, Guo Shouyun took a glass of water and drank it in one breath. When I still felt that I didn''t quench my thirst, I quickly took another cup. However, before he could put the cup to his mouth, he was snatched away by a jade-like hand suddenly stretched out beside him.


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, then turned his head subconsciously. In an instant, a hotter and larger flame shot straight to the brain from the lower abdomen


    The woman who drank the water seemed to be unaware, letting the water stains on the corners of her lips stay along her smooth chin, soaking up the white and delicate pink neck.


    "Any more?"


    The drunken-eyed woman handed Guo Shouyun the glass she drank. With her movements, most of the loose bathrobes slipped off her shoulders. So that the entire left breast is completely exposed.


    The delicate and beautiful face, the tall and plump figure, the half-understood style of Luo Shan, and the infinite charm of the beauty after bathing made Guo Shouyun, who was short of breath and bloodshot in his eyes, couldn''t bear it any longer. With a roar, he tore off the woman''s bath towel and pressed it heavily.


    The mandarin ducks are covered in double nights, and a pear flower presses the begonia.


    Although Guo Shouyun is not over 80 like Zhang Xian, but one night~ Merry is the bliss on earth after all. However, after happiness, there is also sadness.

 Chapter 51： calm morning

    Chapter fifty-one calm morning


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    Looking at the beautiful woman sleeping on his chest, Guo Shouyun, who had been awakened by the biological clock, frowned slightly and couldn''t help but smile bitterly.


    Now he finally understood what luck the old gypsy woman was talking about last night. In all fairness, it is indeed a lucky thing to have a night with a beautiful beauty. At the same time, he also understood why the gypsy men around him would be so envious when he drank the last glass of wine. Last night, it doubled the time of Guo Shouyun, who had only 30 minutes of combat power. And the next day, I didn''t feel any physical weakness at all, but my spirit was a hundred times stronger. However, the vice president of this glass of wine also directly caused him a love debt.


    "Hey...!"


    The woman''s moaning sound instantly made Guo Shouyun''s expression tense. If she wakes up and makes a fuss, she will lose her old face.


    After the long and neat eyelashes fluttered, the woman slowly opened her eyes. After a short period of adaptation, the woman whose drowsiness gradually disappeared also noticed the very different environment around her.


    With a ''swish'', the woman''s head was lifted from Guo Shouyun''s strong chest in an instant, and the eyes of the two were intertwined for a moment.


    Compared with Guo Shouyun''s nervousness, the woman''s eyes showed mixed emotions of shock, shame, hatred and sadness. I don''t know if it''s an illusion, Guo Shouyun seems to have found a trace of joy, determination and relief in it.


    After the two looked at each other for a while, the woman''s expression finally calmed down. After looking at Guo Shouyun again with complex and bright eyes, "I didn''t expect you to be quite handsome, so I''m not too disadvantaged!"


    Guo Shouyun finally breathed a sigh of relief after seeing that the woman did not make a fuss or hysteria.


    "last night��!"


    Guo Shouyun just wanted to explain, but was interrupted by the woman.


    "I don''t want to know everything about last night."


    When the words fell, she propped up her body and wrapped her graceful naked body with a sheet. But when she moved like this, Guo Shouyun was completely exposed.


    "Feel sorry!"


    Noticing the woman''s gaze, Guo Shouyun embarrassedly covered his lower body, and hurriedly sat up. The shyness of the East was evident in him at this time.


    "fine!"


    The woman shook her head, got out of bed wrapped in sheets, and entered the bathroom of the master bedroom next to her. Unlike Chinese who like to take a bath at night, Westerners are used to taking a bath in the morning. Moreover, the two of them fought for more than an hour last night, and the dirty stains on their bodies really need to be cleaned.


    "Guo Shouyun, you are too confused!"


    After scolding myself inwardly, I regretted the somewhat naive actions and words and deeds just now.


    He sighed, and after simply cleaning up his mood, he got out of bed and took out his clothes from his luggage and put them on. Then called for breakfast.


    Hearing the sound of water coming from the bathroom, Guo Shouyun inevitably had some thoughts. But he didn''t take action, but after taking a look, he returned to the living room and turned on his computer. After simply processing the office email, there was a knock on the door.


    "Sir, your breakfast!"


    "Bring it in!"


    The waiter nodded, pushed the dining cart and placed the breakfast on the table.


    After giving a tip, Guo Shouyun sent him away.


    "Squeak...!"


    With the slight sound of the door opening, a woman wrapped in a bath towel came out of the bathroom.


    "Where are my clothes?"


    "I asked the hotel staff to wash it last night, and they will bring it up in a while." After a pause, "Is it done? I ordered breakfast!"


    The woman glanced at the food on the table, "I''ll blow my hair. By the way, please bring me a shirt of yours!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, found a white shirt from his suitcase and handed it over.


    Maybe it''s because they already have a skin-to-skin relationship, and women didn''t shy away from him when changing clothes. Guo Shouyun just looked at her naked and put on his shirt. Guo Shouyun is obviously much taller than her, and his shirt is naturally wider. After she wears it, the hem can cover most of her hips! However, in this way, the slender jade legs of Bullying Sai Xue are even more eye-catching. Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but be attracted by it frequently.


    After rolling up the overly long sleeves, the woman sat down beside the dining table.


    "By the way, what''s your name?"


    "Bruce, how about you?"


    "Nicole!"


    In English-speaking countries, I don''t know how many people are named Nicole. After Guo Shouyun nodded, he didn''t ask any further questions. He didn''t know much about the woman in front of him at all. Last night was more of a physical appeal than an emotional one.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Before breakfast was over, a cell phone ringing that was very unfamiliar to Guo Shouyun suddenly rang in the living room.


    "mine!"


    After putting down the bread in her hand and wiping it with a tissue, Nicole quickly stood up and took out a silver-white Nokia phone from the Hermes Kun bag that belonged to her on the sofa in the living room.


    After looking at the caller ID, Nicole took it to the balcony outside the living room.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    At this moment, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone also rang.


    "Boss, good morning!"


    "Good morning, Wendy! Is there anything?"


    "You asked me to make an appointment with Danny Lewis, president of Merrill Lynch''s Los Angeles branch, and they responded!"


    Guo Shouyun was shocked and said quickly, "How do you say it?"


    "The other party agreed to meet you at 10 am tomorrow! They said that if you have any objection to the meeting time, you can communicate with them in advance."


    "No need. It''s ten o''clock tomorrow!"


    "Okay, I''ll email them back right away!"


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun responded.


    "...It was you who betrayed our feelings, it was you!"


    At this moment, Nicole on the balcony suddenly shouted out of control.


    "Boss, just now...?"


    "I was eating breakfast outside, and someone was arguing next to me! Okay, let''s stop talking. Remember to call me in time if anything happens."


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone without giving Wendy a chance to question him.


    "...You are a liar!...I don''t want to tell you any more. I can promise you not to announce the news of our divorce for the time being, but I don''t want to see you again in my life!"


    Looking at Nicole, who was squatting on the balcony crying after hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun hesitated for a moment, and then walked over. After patting the other person''s shoulder lightly, he handed over the tissue in his hand.


    "thanks!"


    Nicole took it and wiped her tears.


    "If you need to talk, I''d like to be a good listener!"


    "Thank you for your kindness. It''s just an old-fashioned story about a broken relationship between husband and wife after the ''seven-year itch''. Now I''ve slowly accepted it!" After looking at him, Nicole laughed at herself road.


    "That''s why I drank so much alcohol last night?"


    Nicole nodded sadly.


    Seeing the deep sadness in her eyes, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but hesitate. After thinking about it for a while, I made a decision in my heart. Immediately, he stretched out his right hand and took her back to the living room.


    "You sit down first!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun picked up the phone in the room next to him under Nicole''s concerned and puzzled eyes.


    "Hello! I''m a guest in room 813. Please help me buy a pair of women''s tracksuits in size M, a pair of adidas women''s sneakers in size 40, and a pair of black lace Chanel underwear in size 90. -58-87! Delivered to my room as soon as I bought it!"


    "Okay, sir!"


    "By the way, did you wash your clothes last night?"


    "It has been washed, and soon we will have the waiter deliver it to you."


    "Thanks, bye!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun, who looked at Nicole staring at her, thought that she cared that she knew her size and smiled, "I am more sensitive to numbers."


    "It''s okay!" Nicole shook her head. "But why did you buy me a set of sportswear?"


    "You''ll find out later!"


    Looking at his mysterious appearance, Nicole frowned slightly and didn''t say anything more. Anyway, if her clothes can''t be delivered, she can''t leave.


    "Can I use your computer?"


    "certainly!"


    After Guo Shouyun agreed, Nicole brought over his notebook.


    Seeing that she was busy with the computer, Guo Shouyun took the opportunity to simply clean up the dining table.

 Chapter 52： Nicole Kidman

    Chapter 52 Nicole Kidman


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    "Ha ha!"


    After a while, Guo Shouyun actually heard Nicole''s laughter. You know, when she just finished the phone call, she still looked like she was dying.


    Noticing that he was looking over, with an inquiring look. Nicole''s smile narrowed, and she pointed at the computer screen with her hand.


    "I saw an open file on it just now and looked at it out of curiosity. I''m sorry without your permission!"


    "It''s okay!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Did you write this story?" Nicole asked instead.


    "Um!"


    "What''s its name?"


    "The Hangover, it''s not finished yet!"


    "The Hangover?" Nicole nodded after tasting it. "Nice name, and your content is also very good. ... Are you a writer?"


    "Well, I just started writing not long ago!"


    After Nicole nodded, she was suddenly surprised when she was staring at the computer screen: "Dongren, your pen name is Dongren?"


    "Well, what? Is there anything wrong with this name?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise, looking at her surprised expression.


    "Eastern? Bruce? Bruce Guo?"


    "You know me?" Guo Shouyun asked curiously.


    "I''ve read "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Fantastic Beasts" that you wrote!" After nodding, Nicole stared at the tall, strong and handsome Asian man in front of her. Unexpectedly, the person who slept with her for one night was actually the excellent writer she had always been eager to know.


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly, "I see. I just wrote the book for less than a year, and my level is not very good!"


    "No, on the contrary. You wrote it very well!" After a pause, Nicole frowned, "Except Fifty Shades of Grey!"


    "Uh! ... I think after what happened last night, you should understand that I''m not SM!" Guo Shouyun explained with a bitter look.


    "certainly!"


    Looking at the man in front of him who seemed to be a little immature in matters of affection and men and women, a smile appeared on Nicole''s face.


    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a sudden knock on the door.


    "I''ll open the door!"


    Guo Shouyun, who felt a little awkward in the atmosphere, said quickly.


    "Sir, here are your coats, underwear, socks and sneakers. Here are the clothes you gave us to wash last night, you can check them!"


    The hotel staff in uniform outside the door respectfully said.


    After taking it over and taking a brief look, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "The fee will be settled when I check out." He took out a $50 tip from his pocket and handed it over.


    "Okay, if you need anything, please contact us!"


    Seeing the generous tip, the waiter smiled more and his tone became more respectful.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. After the waiter turned to leave, he quickly closed the door.


    "Nicole, your clothes are here!"


    "I''ll change it!" The latter stood up.


    "Remember not to wear skirts and high heels, but to wear sportswear." Facing her surprised eyes, Guo Shouyun leaned closer and said mysteriously, "I''ll take you to a fun place later, I''m sure you''ll like it!"


    Women are naturally more emotional and curious than men. Nicole looked at him for a while with her head slightly sideways, and then nodded slightly.


    "All right!"


    "I''m waiting for you outside!"


    "Um!"


    Back in the room, he changed into his sportswear and walked out according to Guo Shouyun''s request. The originally beautiful golden wavy long hair was also simply tied behind her head with a black headband, occasionally breaking free from the restraint and naturally hanging on the temples, making her delicate facial features even more charming ~ charming ~ Rao.


    Against the background of slim sportswear, the tall figure of about 180 centimeters is slender and plump. And in her mature temperament, there is also a little more vitality of life, not as dead as before, which in turn increases her charm that already dumped all beings!


    "Is something wrong with me?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head in admiration secretly in his heart, looked at the other party''s delicate and beautiful face with admiring eyes, felt the mature and intellectual temperament of the other party, and said with admiration: "Nicole, you are so beautiful!"


    "Thank you, let''s go!"


    After accepting Guo Shouyun''s praise generously, Nicole pointed to the door.


    "it is good!"


    After nodding, the two left the room together.


    "Drive my car! Your Aston Martin hasn''t had time to wash, it smells so bad!"


    Nicole didn''t object either. After coming to the hotel''s underground garage, she boarded his black Mercedes with Guo Shouyun and left the Bilifoshan Hotel.


    "where are we going?"


    "You''ll know when it arrives!"


    But Nicole is obviously more familiar with Los Angeles than Guo Shouyun. He was only halfway through, and she gradually understood, "Are you going to Santa Monica Beach?"


    "you know?"


    "I''ve been here for one-third of my life, do you think I know?" Nicole said after glancing at him.


    "So that''s the case, so are you a native of Los Angeles?" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "No! I''m Australian and I''m just working in Los Angeles."


    "Work? What work? Is it convenient to tell me?" After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled and continued, "You are so beautiful, aren''t you a movie star?"


    Los Angeles has the world''s largest film and television entertainment center, Hollywood, where the world''s handsome men and women gather. If you come across a good-looking person on the streets here, nine times out of ten, you''re a Hollywood dreamer.


    After taking a look at Guo Shouyun, Nicole nodded calmly.


    "Hehe, it seems that I guessed right. By the way, talk about the movies you''ve made, maybe I''ve seen them!" Guo Shouyun chatted casually.


    ""Party Girl", just released this year, have you seen it?" Nicole''s tone was neither happy nor angry.


    "Uh!...Sorry, I have a lot of work this year, so I don''t go to the cinema very much!" Guo Shouyun said a little embarrassedly.


    "It''s ok!"


    Guo Shouyun is not stupid, he can see that the other party does not want to talk more about his work. The atmosphere was even more embarrassing, so he didn''t ask any more questions.


    However, occasionally, through the mirror in the middle, he looked at the stunning beauty who was leaning on the back of the co-pilot, staring melancholy at the scenery outside the window, and he felt more and more that the other person''s appearance made him deeply familiar. The bright sky light also allowed Guo Shouyun to have a clear enough line of sight to compare and recall.


    Gradually, her image gradually overlapped with that of the great Australian beauty Nicole Kidman in Guo Shouyun''s impression.


    "Nicole, Nicole, so it''s her! No wonder she looks so familiar!" Guo Shouyun said with a hint of excitement in his heart.


    In his last life, when he first went to college, it was when Nicole Kidman was in full swing. Not only was he named the top 50 beauties in the world by "People" magazine "The fame is big, and the limelight is no different.


    It''s a pity that it corresponds to the famous sentence of Yuan Mu, a poet in the Qing Dynasty? : "Since ancient times, beautiful people are like famous generals, and white heads are not allowed to be seen in the world." With the passage of time, Nicole Kidman, who has faded from grace, carried the name of box-office poison, and his career has not improved. Hollywood''s status has gradually been replaced by younger and more beautiful latecomers. Before Guo Shouyun crossed over, the Hollywood beauties familiar to him were more widowed sisters, little wizard Emma Watson, Gal Gadot, Megan Fox, Anne Hathaway and so on.


    The impression of Nicole Kidman, who has not made a big deal into China, has faded a lot in his mind. That''s why he didn''t recognize him at first.


    Now that Nicole Kidman is recognized, the person who can make her get drunk and lose her temper in the bar is obviously the famous ''Qiantang''. Despite the erosion of more than ten years, he has forgotten the time when Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman, the famous "dream couple" in Hollywood, parted ways. But from what we know so far, it should be very recently.


    However, Guo Shouyun is not interested in caring about gossip, nor does he have much thought about Nicole Kidman. It''s not that he is not interested in the great Australian beauty who is at the peak of her beauty, but that the two have no emotional foundation at all. Compared with Nicole Kidman, he is more willing to pursue Molly Bevan, who is far away in the UK.


    Therefore, after thinking about this, Guo Shouyun did not reveal the identity of the other party. The two of them drove to their destination in silence.


    "Here, let''s get off!"


    Nicole nodded, pushed open the car door with Guo Shouyun and walked out. Not far away, the blue sea and blue sky, the crowds of tourists, and the lively and prosperous scene also made her temporarily forget her terrible life.

 Chapter 53： Santa Monica Beach

    Chapter 53 Santa Monica Beach


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    Santa Monica Beach, west of Los Angeles, on the Pacific coast. Because of the Mediterranean climate, it is warm in winter and cool in summer, and the climate is pleasant. Coupled with the beautiful scenery, roller coasters, Ferris wheel and other entertainment facilities, as well as a complete catering, leisure, fitness, and life-saving system, it is almost the most popular seaside resort and tourist area in Los Angeles.


    Even if Guo Shouyun and Nicole came on Wednesday morning. But the clear sky, blue sea and blue sky also attracted a large number of people.


    Seeing so much excitement here, Nicole''s face couldn''t help showing a look of eagerness to try.


    "Where are we going to play?"


    "follow me!"


    Guo Shouyun took her slender hand and trotted to the place where the motorboat was rented.


    "Are we riding a jet ski?" Nicole''s expression was somewhat resisted.


    "Don''t worry, it''s very fun! Go and change your clothes, I''ll wait for you here after I change!"


    Saying that, Guo Shouyun pushed her into the ladies'' dressing area next to her. Although they don''t carry swim-specific suits, there''s no shortage of sellers here. Just buy a set temporarily.


    Guo Shouyun walked out barefoot after changing into his shorts. Not long after, Nicole Kidman, wearing only black underwear, came out.


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes lit up, "Nicole, you are so beautiful and you have a great figure!"


    "Thank you, let''s go!"


    Nicole Kidman smiled and accepted Guo Shouyun''s appreciation generously. It''s always nice to be complimented by good people.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and walked to his motorboat. He took two sets of life jackets from the staff, took one set and distributed it to Nicole, and put on his own set quickly.


    "Sir, do you need me to help you drive?"


    "No need. I''ll do it myself!" Guo Shouyun simply shook his head.


    "OK!"


    There was a hint of disappointment in this guy''s tone. Obviously, every normal man would be unhappy if he missed the opportunity to be in close contact with such a charming and peerless beauty like Nicole.


    "Ok?"


    "All right!"


    "Hold my waist!"


    Nicole, who straddled, did what she said. Anyway, the two of them had their closest relationship last night, so they didn''t care about this little physical contact.


    "Hold tight, I''m fast!"


    "do not��!"


    Before she could finish speaking, Guo Shouyun had already pulled the accelerator, and the motorboat under his crotch sped out.


    With the strong power to dispel the water waves, the motorboat is like an arrow from the string, jumping lightly on the blue sea and flying into the distance.


    Under the obstruction of a wave, the motorboat jumped up nearly two meters in an instant, and then crashed down again. While splashing a large wave of waves, under Guo Shouyun''s skilled driving skills, it advanced deeper into the ocean at a faster speed.


    "ah��!"


    Accompanied by the excitement of jumping and extreme speed, Nicole Kidman hugged Guo Shouyun''s sturdy waist tightly and screamed uncontrollably.


    "Slow down, slow down!"


    Born in a wealthy Australian family, Nicole, who has been taught to behave as a child, has never experienced such stimulation.


    "Don''t worry, it''s alright. Besides, the motorboat only feels when it''s fast!" Guo Shouyun pointed the direction, accompanied by Nicole''s screams full of fear and excitement, the motorboat rowed across a circular Half-arc, reversed direction and galloped towards the coast. Driven by the waves, the speed seems to be faster than before.


    "Is it exciting?"


    When approaching the coast, Guo Shouyun slowly stopped.


    Looking at his questioning eyes, Nicole, whose face was a little pale, nodded with excitement in her eyes. This is the commonality of all people. The more unfamiliar and fearful things are, the more intense stimulation and excitement they can bring.


    "Would you like to try it?"


    "No, I won''t drive!" Nicole shook her head after hesitating for a while. However, Guo Shouyun saw a trace of desire to try in her eyes.


    "It''s okay, I''ll teach you!"


    Unable to say, the ape stretched out his arms and directly hugged Nicole''s soft body and placed it in front of him.


    "Okay, grab the grips with both hands, grab the rear accelerator, and remember not to be too fast at first!"


    Under his guidance, Nicole slowly became proficient. Still, it wasn''t very good when cornering and accelerating, and both were thrown into the water several times. But this made it even more exciting.


    After playing for two hours, they didn''t stop until noon.


    "how do you feel?"


    "I think I''m in love with it!" Nicole, flushed with excitement, nodded with a smile.


    "That''s good! ... You know, the reason I like riding a jet ski the most is that it can make me feel the speed of the wind and the speed of the ocean and the vastness of the ocean. Just riding on it, the whole person''s heart is opened. Any troubles and worries can be forgotten." Facing the sea, Guo Shouyun opened his arms and closed his eyes, as if on a pilgrimage.


    "Then do you also like racing?"


    Looking at the handsome man in front of him, Nicole asked with a sideways head, a strange light flashing in her eyes.


    "Do not!"


    After putting down his arms, Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Why?" Kate asked curiously.


    "It''s too dangerous! No matter how fast you ride a motorboat, there will be seawater to cushion the accident, so there won''t be a fatal accident. But once an accident occurs in a racing car, you will die or be disabled! I don''t want to go to God before I enjoy my good years. check in!"


    "I didn''t expect that even though you are young, your thoughts are quite stable!"


    "Of course! Many of my friends say I''m the old man among the young!"


    "Your friend''s judgment is quite accurate!" Nicole nodded with a smile.


    Guo Shouyun shrugged and put his arms around her slender waist, "Let''s go, let''s wash first, then have lunch! I know there''s a good Chinese restaurant here!"


    "By the way, where are we going this afternoon?" Nicole asked while nodding.


    "Playground, I haven''t played the roller coaster for a long time!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    What he plans today is how to stimulate how to come. Only in this way can Nicole Kidman forget the unhappiness in his heart to the greatest extent. And this can be regarded as the reward for her after his greed and joy!


    In happy hour, time always flies fast. In the blink of an eye, the sky had dimmed. After leaving Santa Monica Beach and finding a nice French restaurant for dinner, the two drove back to the hotel where Guo Shouyun stayed.


    "Today made me feel the joy and relaxation that I haven''t seen for a long time, thank you!"


    Looking at the tall and handsome Chinese man in front of him, Nicole said sincerely.


    "you are welcome!"


    After shaking his head slightly Looking at the woman in front of her who looked extraordinarily charming and charming under the light, Guo Shouyun''s heart moved slightly, and he took the initiative to go forward to wrap his arms around the other''s soft waist, and lowered his head to kiss the other''s plump body. And alluring red lips.


    "No, it can''t be like this!"


    After responding enthusiastically for a while, Nicole hurriedly pushed Guo Shouyun away when he was about to take off his jacket.


    "...I''m married. If last night''s mistake was because of alcohol, and I''m having **** with you now sober, it''s a betrayal of the marriage. I don''t want that. Please understand, Bruce!"


    Seeing the pleading in the woman''s eyes, Guo Shouyun''s heart softened, and all the desires disappeared in his heart in an instant. He is not a person who is difficult for strongmen. For Nicole Kidman, it is more driven by desire than real feelings. Since the other party is unwilling, he does not want to force it.


    "Well, I respect your choice!"


    "thanks!"


    After taking a step back and tidying up her clothes, Nicole glanced at the man in front of her with a hint of sadness.


    "It''s a pity that we have known each other for too short and too late. Otherwise...!"


    Looking lost, he shook his head, and after saying "goodbye", Nicole Kidman turned around and left the room with his belongings.


    Seeing her tall and plump figure disappearing into the corner of the corridor, Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed with a trace of melancholy. Although he didn''t expect too much from his acquaintance with Nicole Kidman. But spending a day with each other, this gentle, intellectual and elegant woman also left an indelible impression in his heart.


    For Guo Shouyun, Nicole Kidman is the kind of excellent woman who combines beauty and wisdom he likes most. But as the other party said, the time they knew each other was too short and too late!

 Chapter 54： ABS asset-backed securities

    Chapter 54 ABS Asset-Backed Securities


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    The acquaintance and lingering with Nicole Kidman are destined to be a fruitless dream. The next day, after storing this memory in a certain corner of his heart, Guo Shouyun, who had resumed his normal life, put on his suit and leather shoes and drove to the office of Merrill Lynch in Los Angeles with the documents prepared in advance.


    As one of the world''s top five investment banks with an excellent reputation, Merrill Lynch is the largest securities and stock underwriter on Wall Street, and has a financial marketing team that surpasses all investment banks in the world. And this is also one of the reasons why Guo Shouyun took a fancy to Merrill Lynch and chose it.


    Of course, as the third-in-command of the top five Wall Street investment banks with good money, Merrill Lynch''s office in Los Angeles is not bad at all. The Pan Am Tower, the tallest building in Los Angeles, occupies an entire floor. The interior decoration is also full of various tall ones. However, it is also necessary for the development of the company. Investment banks are faced with CEOs of large companies, as well as billionaires with assets exceeding 10 million or hundreds of millions. If your office space is too shabby, who will do business with you?


    Through the front desk, Guo Shouyun was introduced into Merrill Lynch''s reception room. Not long after, a middle-aged white man wearing a black suit, slightly bald, with gold-rimmed glasses pushed the door and walked in.


    Guo Shouyun, who had known the information for a long time, recognized at a glance that the other party was Danny Lewis, the general manager of Merrill Lynch''s Los Angeles Merrill Lynch office, whom he wanted to meet today!


    "Mr. Guo, welcome!"


    "thanks!"


    After taking the initiative to reach out and hold Guo Shouyun''s right hand, Danny Lewis looked at the calm and confident young man in front of him and smiled: "I didn''t expect to write "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Where''s Fantastic Beasts", "Fifty Shades of Grey" �� and other famous novels, will be so young! �� By the way, Mr. Guo. You must leave an autograph for me later. I am a loyal fan of your books, especially Pirates of the Caribbean!��


    Look at Danny Lewis, smiling in front of him. Regardless of whether what the other party said is true or not, at least hearing what Guo Shouyun said just now will make him feel very comfortable. After all, no one likes to hear a good word.


    "Thank you Mr. Lewis for your favor, of course signing is not a problem!"


    "That''s good! Please take a seat!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and sat down on the sofa beside him.


    "What kind of business does Mr. Guo want to handle through our Merrill Lynch?"


    Americans do not have as many twists and turns as the Chinese business community, and they go straight to the ground.


    "Please take a look at these materials first!"


    Guo Shouyun opened his briefcase, took out a file bag and handed it over.


    After taking it, Danny Lewis quickly took out the documents inside. After two glances, his eyes lit up, and his attention instantly became highly concentrated.


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo''s novels to be so popular in the market!"


    After reading it, Danny Lewis looked at the young man in front of him, his tone was slightly surprised, and there was a trace of light in his eyes.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly.


    "Mr. Lewis has all the legal documents issued by the ''Thorn Bird Publishing Company''. The sales data of each book is true and reliable!"


    "We believe in the authenticity of these documents. But I''m more curious about what Mr. Guo wanted to do by taking them to Merrill?" Danny Lewis nodded.


    "It''s actually very simple, I believe that Mr. Lewis has already guessed it!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun stared at the other party and said solemnly, "I hope to use all the copyright and derivative income of these five sets (books) in the next ten years. , issued $350 million worth of ABS-backed securities through Merrill Lynch!��


    "$350 million!"


    Danny Lewis frowned slightly. Guo Shouyun is not surprised that he intends to issue ABS securities with the future proceeds of several books.


    In early 1998, American rock star David Bowie completed an asset securitization transaction. The deal is based on the publishing and recording rights to 300 songs written by David Bowie over the course of his acting career. The asset-backed securities, rated A3 by Moody''s, raised $55 million and yielded 7.95%. At the same time, this ABS asset securitization also opened a precedent for similar asset securitization by artists, writers, and owners of copyright or royalty income.


    But $350 million is a bit high for Danny Lewis.


    "This is the financial data from the listing of my 5 sets (books) until now!" Guo Shouyun once again took out a document and handed it over.


    "The ''Pirates of the Caribbean'' trilogy has sold 1.94 million copies so far for 8 weeks, and at a list price of $45, it has generated $87.3 million in revenue. The ''Fifty Shades of Grey'' trilogy has gone on sale 8 Weekly, 2.86 million units have been sold so far, and it is still growing rapidly at a rate of close to 350,000 units per week. According to its total price of $48, it has now generated $187.28 million in revenue. "Where''s Fantastic Beasts?" It has been on sale for 8 weeks and has sold 4.25 million copies so far, and based on its list price of $20, it has generated $85 million in revenue. The first book in the "National Treasure" series, "Declaration of Independence," has been on the market for 6 weeks and has sold 2.33 million copies. , according to its price of $16, it currently generates revenue of $37.28 million. "Smart: Ghost Story" has been on the market for three weeks and has sold 890,000 copies. According to its price of $10, it has generated revenue of $8.9 million. "


    "These five sets (volumes) of books have created a total revenue of 406 million US dollars according to the current sales performance. As an author, I can get 15% of the copyright share, which is 60.864 million US dollars! Then deduct 35% of the The highest level of federal personal income tax, and 4.92% state tax, I ended up with a profit of $36.519 million! Now I use the proceeds of 5 sets (books) for the next 10 years to issue a value of $350 million, with an annual yield of 6.48 % fixed-rate ABS asset-backed securities should not be an excessive requirement!��


    "Mr. Guo, I admit that your book is indeed very popular. The long-tail effect of the book is also promising enough, but what we worry about is: after five or six years, the boom has subsided, how do you repay the investor''s loan?"


    "Why does Mr. Lewis know that the royalty income from the novel is only a part of the total income of the entire work. The profits from subsequent film and television adaptations and the sales of peripheral products far exceed the single copyright income." Guo Shouyun calmly said.


    "Sorry, what we can see now is only your royalties, so we can only talk on this basis. As for the film and television adaptation of the novel and the sales of peripheral products, there is a lack of sufficient financial data and convincing findings. , can''t be used as a guarantee for your issuance of ABS asset-backed securities!" As soon as he finished speaking, Danny Lewis glanced at Guo Shouyun, whose expression remained unchanged, and frowned slightly. Should I say the latter.


    However, for the sake of profit, Lewis only spoke after a brief hesitation.


    ����Unless Mr. Guo is willing to accept higher interest rates, it will be difficult for this bond of yours to be accepted by investors in the secondary market.��


    The difference between the United States and Europe and China is that its capital market is a bond market that is larger than a stock market. That is to say, many companies and institutions that need funds, when raising funds, are more likely to raise funds through securities companies issuing fixed-income or floating-income bonds, rather than entering the stock market. Just like Guo Shouyun, he needs funds now, so he took out the future income of his novel as collateral to issue an ABS asset-backed bond, and first borrowed money from the market.


    Of course, borrowing money is also said. The yield of 6.48% is 50 basis points higher than the current yield of 10-year US Treasury bonds. More importantly, Guo Shouyun used the future income of his works as collateral. In terms of the sales of his novels, the risk of this bond is not very high.


    But if the yield, that is, the interest, can be higher, when the bond is sold on the secondary market. With a high rating, it will undoubtedly be favored by more investment institutions. Merrill is also more likely to get its own commission as a middleman for bond sales.


    Even, in the future, if Guo Shouyun''s 5 sets (books) of novels develop well and the income is amazing. Merrill Lynch can also sell at a higher price, so the income will be higher.


    "Mr. Liu Nis, what is the rate of return you hope for this batch of bonds?" Guo Shouyun said indifferently after looking at the other party.


    "Like 8%!"


    Danny Lewis'' eyes twinkled.


    "8%?" Guo Shouyun smiled coldly and stood up slowly, "Maybe I should go to Morgan Stanley or Goldman Sachs!"


    After he finished speaking, looking at Lewis who was still smiling, as if he was not worried at all about his leaving, Guo Shouyun packed up his documents without hesitation and put them in his briefcase. Although Merrill was his first choice, it wasn''t his only choice. There are five major investment banks on Wall Street, and thousands of commercial banks with securities investment business. Even if he removes those who are weak, Guo Shouyun is by no means short of options.


    "Excuse me, Mr. Lewis! I hope we have more opportunities to cooperate in the future!"


    After speaking, without waiting for the other party to reply, he left the sofa with firm steps and pushed open the glass door of the conference room. But just as he was about to step out, Lewis'' voice came from behind.


    "Mr. Guo, please wait!"


    Guo Shouyun stopped for a moment, turned around and looked directly at Danny Lewis. "It''s a 6.48% rate of return. If Merrill Lynch wants to add more, then we don''t need to continue wasting time!"


    The determination in his tone made Danny Lewis frown slightly. UU Reading Regardless of whether the 6.48% yield is reasonable, now he can''t let this $350 million bond slip away from his hands.


    "Mr. Guo, before agreeing to your conditions, we need to do an overall risk assessment of your five sets (books)!"


    "Yes, but what about the time? It''s too long, I can''t wait for you!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "One week! We''ll get back to you in one week. But before that, you must sign an exclusive agreement with us. You can''t introduce this business to other securities institutions and individual investors until the results come out!"


    After a little consideration, Guo Shouyun said again: "I can sign an exclusive agreement with you, but the time is only three days. If Merrill Lynch''s strength cannot complete the risk assessment within three days, then maybe I should really consider the need for cooperation with you. sex."


    Danny Lewis frowned slightly. Being good at observing words and expressions, he could see that the young man in front of him was not talking about conditions, but planned to do so. Once he refuses, the other party may really not hesitate to look for Goldman Sachs or Morgan. As a peer, this is obviously not what he wants to see.


    In addition, with years of financial experience, coupled with the financial documents and sales data provided by Guo Shouyun, Danny Lewis instinctively felt that this was a lucrative business, so he was not willing to give up. The yield of 6.48% is not low either.


    Of course, three days are very tight, and the risk assessment cannot necessarily be completed. But having these three days is always a buffer. Thinking of this, he nodded.


    "On behalf of Merrill Lynch, I agree to Mr. Guo''s conditions!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and let out a sigh of relief. I haven''t seen the final result yet, but at least it started off smoothly.

 Chapter 55： legal tax avoidance

    Chapter 55 Legal Tax Avoidance


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    After signing a three-day exclusivity agreement with Merrill Lynch, Guo Shouyun left the Pan American Building. After lunch at a random Chinese restaurant, and was about to go back to the hotel to take a nap, the phone rang.


    "Boss, the Mr. Justin Lin you specified to look for has arrived!" Buddy Morris said on the phone.


    "where?"


    Guo Shouyun was shocked.


    "In the company reception room!"


    "Got it, I''ll be there soon!"


    Quickly turning the steering wheel, Guo Shouyun drove to the office of Matrix Pictures in Santa Monica. After entering the reception room, his eyes instantly noticed the chubby young man with round face and short hair standing beside Buddy Morris.


    There are three most famous Chinese directors in Hollywood in later generations: Wen Ziren, Justin Lin and Ang Lee! The three have their own strengths. Wen Ziren is a master of horror films, and almost every film can bring huge benefits to the producer; Justin Lin used three films to transform the original medium-cost "Speed ??and Speed". Passion" became a super commercial blockbuster comparable to the "Harry Potter" and "Pirates of the Caribbean" series.


    Ang Lee is more good at literary films. "Brokeback Mountain" and "Fantasy Drifting of Young Pi" are both classics, but they have repeatedly failed in commercial blockbusters.


    These three are representatives of Chinese directors. Since Guo Shouyun wants to enter Hollywood, he must draw them into his own camp, whether it is out of interest, or because of blood and skin color.


    Compared with Wen Ziren, Justin Lin has already made a small-budget film "A Sea of ??People and Wonderful Flowers". He is usually an assistant director in some small crews, or filming some documentaries with friends. Although he has not achieved much success, But it does have some shooting experience.


    But when I heard that there was a big production with an investment of 40 million US dollars looking for me to be the director, my heart was still full of shock and disbelief.


    For his own future, after hesitating for a few days and confirming that Matrix Pictures is not a liar, he came to the door with excitement and anxiety.


    "Hello, Mr. Justin Lin. I''m Guo Shouyun, chairman of Matrix Pictures!"


    Looking at the young Chinese man who took the initiative to stretch out his right hand towards him, Justin Lin hurriedly stretched out his right hand. At the same time, he also carefully looked at the boss of the film company who looked much younger than himself.


    "Hello!"


    "Please sit down!" After glancing at the cups on the table, "Buddy, let someone bring another cup of coffee to Mr. Lin!"


    "No, I''m not thirsty!" Justin Lin said quickly.


    "It doesn''t matter! Mr. Lin is our guest, and we have an obligation to entertain you!" Guo Shouyun waved his right hand, and Buddy nodded and walked out.


    "Mr. Lin, about the movie, did Buddy talk to you just now?"


    "Already talked about it! The $150,000 directing fee is really good for me. But I''m more curious how you found me? After all, directors like me graduate a lot from UCLA every year! "After a little composure, Justin Lin wondered.


    "Introduced by a friend. As for the specific person, I won''t say it! Time is precious. If Mr. Lin agrees to direct and has no opinion on the cost, we can talk about the specific matters of the filming next?" Guo Shouyun changed the subject. .


    Justin Lin nodded. Right now, he doesn''t have the strength to bargain with Guo Shouyun, so he can only follow the other party''s baton.


    "The name of the movie you want to make is called "Fast and Furious", which is adapted from a best-selling novel I just released. The shooting cost is 40 million US dollars. We have prepared the funds, and the actors are also investigating. I believe it will soon be able to start shooting Now, Director Lin''s task is to read the entire novel, design split-angle shots, and strive to shoot the entire movie as soon as possible!"


    Having said that, Guo Shouyun handed over the "Fast and the Furious" novel prepared in advance.


    "How long do I have to prepare?" Justin Lin asked after taking a look at the novel.


    "One month! But if it can be shortened, make it as short as possible."


    Considering that the set and investment of "Fast and the Furious" is much higher than that of "Smart: Ghost Story", Guo Shouyun also relaxed the film preparation period accordingly.


    "I understand!"


    "Director Lin, if this adaptation of "Fast and the Furious" can pay for itself, then the follow-up series will also be directed by you. And I assure you, it will be a series of at least 5 films."


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun clearly saw something called ''ambition'' sprouting in the eyes of the young man in front of him.


    After nodding vigorously with excitement, "I promise, I will use all my energy and time to direct this movie!"


    "That''s the best way to go!"


    After smiling and nodding, Guo Shouyun took the director contract from Buddy Morris and handed it to Justin Lin.


    "Look at it, if there is no problem, you can sign your name on the back!"


    Justin Lin nodded and read the entire contract carefully, but found no traps. Moreover, no one like him with a lot of wealth would attack him.


    "Happy cooperation!"


    "Happy cooperation!"


    After sending Justin Lin away in person, Guo Shouyun returned to the company and handed over the contract to Buddy Morris for preservation.


    "How''s it going with James?"


    "His speed is very fast, and it will be finished in two weeks!" Morris said.


    "That''s good!" Guo Shouyun nodded, and after thinking for a while, "Let the marketing department prepare it, and I will be personally responsible for the announcement!"


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, prepare another contract for me!"


    "Prepare another contract?"


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Why, forgot what I told you before?"


    Buddy Morris was stunned, but quickly smiled bitterly: "Boss, the entire matrix film industry is yours, is it necessary to divide it so clearly?"


    "Of course it is necessary. The company is a company. Although all the company''s shares are in my hands, the company is not owned by me alone, but the result of everyone''s joint efforts. I don''t want to harm the healthy development of the company because of private interests. ...Morris, at any time, the separation of public and private is a taboo for corporate development, especially in terms of finance!" Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    Feeling the convincing aura emanating from the young man in front of him, Buddy Morris nodded earnestly and quickly prepared a copyright sharing contract according to Guo Shouyun''s request.


    The content of this contract is: Guo Shouyun transferred the film adaptation rights of "Fast and Furious" to Matrix Films, and at the same time received 10% of the total income of the film and film and television as a return. The same is true for the previous "Smart: Ghost Recording".


    That is, Matrix Films is privately owned by Guo Shouyun, and he has the absolute right to speak, otherwise no film and television company would agree to the 10% share.


    In addition to the high-sounding remarks Guo Shouyun said before, the core reason for using this form to separate personal and company financial income is to avoid tax and raise funds.


    Tax avoidance is easy to understand. After charitable donations in the United States, the personal income tax credit is 50%, and the corporate income tax credit is 10%!


    If the company has annual revenue of 10 million US dollars. Assuming that accounting costs are 40% of total revenue, the remaining taxable gross profit is $6 million, and the net profit after tax is $3.6 million.


    The above is the normal revenue and profit of a company, and then how to avoid tax.


    Now it is also 10 million US dollars, and we have to give 1 million US dollars to Guo Shouyun first. If it is an ordinary author, this part of the copyright cost may only need tens of thousands of dollars, but now it has suddenly become 1 million.


    Then after deducting the 1 million dollars, there is still 9 million US dollars left. UU Reading deducts about 4 million US dollars in cost, and the remaining tax deduction is 5 million US dollars.


    Now, in order to deduct taxes, Matrix Films decided to donate 10% to charity, which is $500,000, which also happens to be the highest standard of tax deduction for corporate income tax in the United States. As for the donation object, of course, it is the "Guo''s Charity Fund" established by Guo Shouyun from the beginning.


    If the two items are deducted, the remaining taxable part is only 4.5 million US dollars. According to the 35% corporate income tax tax standard in the United States and other state surcharges, if it is calculated according to 40%, then the remaining net profit of Matrix Films is $2.7 million.


    In this way, compared to normal circumstances, Matrix Pictures only lost about $900,000 in net profit. But Guo Shouyun has an extra $1 million in income and $500,000 in capital. One plus and one minus, in terms of capital control, Guo Shouyun has an extra $600,000.


    600,000 US dollars may not seem like much, but if the company''s annual revenue is enlarged to 100 million, 600,000 will become 6 million. A billion is 60 million!


    Of course, Guo Shouyun''s personal income also needs to be taxed, but the income tax credit for personal charities in the United States is 50%. So his tax base of 1 million becomes 500,000. Invisibly, personal income tax was cut in half. Although half of the wealth donated has only control. But the control is in hand, and it doesn''t matter who owns it. It''s up to me to spend the money anyway.


    The role of financing is also easy to understand. If Guo Shouyun''s income from the transfer of film and television copyrights is high enough, it means that the ABS bonds he issued on this basis have sufficient repayment ability. The risk is small and the return is reliable. Naturally, it can have low interest and high rating, which is favored by investors.

 Chapter 56： asset Management

    Chapter 56 Asset Management


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    As one of the top five investment banks on Wall Street, Merrill Lynch was faster than Guo Shouyun imagined. Before the three-day deadline, he had already called him.


    "Mr. Guo, after our investigation and comprehensive evaluation, Merrill Lynch is willing to issue this ABS asset-backed securities for you based on the income rights of your five sets (books) of novels in the next ten years. We will also actively assist you to obtain the rating company 3A rating!��


    Danny Lewis, who was sitting opposite, said solemnly.


    "Merrill Lynch made the right choice."


    Although Guo Shouyun''s expression was calm, his tone was extraordinarily confident. Without it, Westerners eat this set. In business, the law of the jungle is more naked than in life.


    "I also think so!"


    Next, the two parties began formal negotiations on the issuance and repayment methods, financial supervision, and the nominal value of the bonds. Forget the rest, Guo Shouyun is most concerned about the way of repayment.


    After negotiating with Merrill Lynch, Guo Shouyun''s proposal to ''repay when due'' was passed. This also means that the ABS bonds he issued will have to repay the principal and interest after the 10-year issuance period.


    There are three main reasons for this choice. First, in the early stage of his career development, he needs more funds to lay a foundation for his future. Second, the depreciation of the dollar makes the repayment cost significantly lower after ten years. Third, the subprime mortgage crisis. When the crisis prevails, the price of his bond will undoubtedly depreciate. If the depreciation exceeds 10%, he can not only offset the interest after buying it, but even make a profit if the price is low enough.


    After nearly a week of negotiations, with the help of George Davis, a professional who is proficient in business law, who specially flew over from San Francisco, Guo Shouyun signed a cooperation agreement with Merrill Lynch, and obtained a 3A-level buy rating from Moody''s.


    ��


    "Boss, this is the registration document of the ''Phoenix Asset Management Company'' you want!"


    Wendy Solo took out a file bag and handed it over. After she was busy with the acquisition of Valve Software, she rushed to Guo Shouyun in Los Angeles.


    Taking it over and opening it, Guo Shouyun nodded after carefully reading the contents of the file. This is the third subsidiary he registered under Phoenix Holdings. It is also the real starting point for him to play capital!


    "what time is it?"


    "At 14:35 in the afternoon, there are still 25 minutes before you meet the headhunting target provided by Heidrick & Struggles!" Wendy Solow said quickly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, twenty-five minutes was enough for him to arrive at the meeting place. Thinking of the next meeting, he couldn''t help but open the background information of the target person provided by the headhunter. After reading it twice and making sure that there was no omission, Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the back seat of the car, closed his eyes. During this period of time, he has to write, negotiate with Merrill Lynch and Moody''s, and worry about the sales of new books by Matrix Pictures and Thornbird Publishing Company. Even in his prime, he feels a little tired.


    Through the mirror in the middle, Wendy Solo, who was driving, glanced at Guo Shouyun in the back with admiration, pinched the time on the watch, and only said when it was necessary to remind Guo Shouyun, "Boss, we are here!"


    "Arrived?!" Glancing at the sign of the Hays Resort outside, Guo Shouyun nodded, "Let''s go down."


    When the two got out of the car, Heidrick & Struggles'' accompanying staff hurried forward and guided them to the meeting place.


    In a quiet tea room, Guo Shouyun met the person he wanted to hunt.


    "Mr. Zhang!"


    Wearing a black suit with a thin face and slender eyes, the middle-aged Chinese man with gold-wire glasses stretched out his right hand towards him with a smile while Guo Shouyun reached out to him.


    "When Mr. Guo''s age and achievements are combined, it is really admirable!"


    "You''re welcome, please take a seat!"


    Guo Shouyun no longer felt the compliments he heard a lot. Of course, being polite and thoughtful was a must.


    In order to save time and energy, Guo Shouyun stopped talking nonsense, "I believe Heidrick & Struggles has made our conditions very clear. I wonder if Mr. Zhang has any objections?"


    "The conditions of $500,000 plus performance dividends per year are very good. I have no opinion on this. But I am very curious, why did Mr. Guo choose me? With the amount of trading capital and treatment you provided, you can definitely hire someone who is better than me. more fund managers.��


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Does Mr. Zhang think he is not good?"


    "On Wall Street, and even in the global capital market, not many people dare to say that they are very good!" After taking a deep look at him, William Zhang said indifferently.


    He is a second-generation Chinese. Although he accepts the free thinking of the United States, he also retains the humility that is unique to China because of his parents.


    After Guo Shouyun smiled indifferently, he took out a document from his briefcase and handed it over.


    "This is all the information Heidrick & Struggles provided me about Mr. Zhang''s life experience in the past 52 years. Let''s not talk about the information before your doctoral degree. I am interested in the 24 years after you entered the **** asset management department. The performance in the past 20 years....Except for the first 7 years and the next 17 years as a fund manager, the average annual growth rate of the fund and asset management plan you are in charge of is 8%! And the growth is stable, there is no big ups and downs, I value the most This is it!"


    After taking a brief look at the information, William Zhang put it down.


    "Not many people on Wall Street like stability, they prefer fund managers that deliver high returns!"


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Mr. Zhang is of Chinese descent, I wonder if you have heard a word?"


    "What?"


    "A good fighter has no illustrious achievements, and a good doctor has no glorious name!"


    William Zhang nodded after some thought.


    "My father was a professor of medicine at Long Island University in New York, and I once heard him say that."


    "What it means is: true strategists often have no outstanding military exploits, because they can often use political, economic, authoritarian and other factors to gain benefits before the war begins, and at the same time eliminate the war in the bud. Smart doctors often They don''t have much reputation, because they often cure the disease through preventive means before the patient has the disease! The same is true. In my opinion, the fund manager who can really ensure long-term stable profits is the one The real top financial elites, such talents are exactly what I need." Guo Shouyun affirmed.


    "Mr. Guo''s words really make people feel very comfortable. But I am 52 years old, and I will retire in a few years. I am afraid that my energy will not be able to support Mr. Guo''s ambition in the capital industry!" William Zhang shook Shaking his head.


    "Mr. Zhang doesn''t have to worry about this. I am responsible for the company''s strategic investment direction, and you are only responsible for implementing my decisions and the daily management of the company!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    William Zhang frowned, feeling that he was just a manager without much real power.


    "The people Mr. Guo wants are all over Wall Street, so why bother to find me at such a high price?"


    "There are three reasons: first, we are all Chinese. Second, your past achievements make me feel trustworthy Third, you have worked in the Wall Street capital market for many years, and you have enough contacts to be able to Get a higher margin and securities lending quota in the secondary market!"


    William Zhang nodded knowingly. After thinking for a while, he stared deeply at Guo Shouyun, "I''m afraid the third point is the reason why Mr. Guo found me!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and did not deny it.


    The capital market in the United States is very mature, with various conditions and restrictions. If Guo Shouyun intends to invest in the stock market and bond market, he must have more than six months to open an account. In addition, out of risk considerations, securities companies will also impose certain restrictions on private customers who conduct margin financing and securities lending on the company''s platform. For example, the total amount of personal assets, the proportion of risk assets in total assets, and so on.


    In addition to the above, the core reason is: the amount of margin financing and securities lending, that is, the multiple of financial leverage. Although the financial regulations in the United States are not as strict as they were after the subprime mortgage crisis, the amount of margin financing and securities lending is mandatory at 50%. But a newcomer in the capital market like Guo Shouyun, don''t think about leverage. So, in order to make a lot of money, you have to be flexible.


    Just like now, he established Phoenix Asset Management Company, and then William Zhang, as the company''s fund manager, designed an asset management plan and submitted it to the China Securities Regulatory Commission, and then Guo Shouyun put his funds into this plan. In this way, on the surface, it appears that William Zhang is the operator of this asset management plan, but the actual decision-maker is Guo Shouyun. When Guo Shouyun needs margin financing and securities lending, with the connections and credibility accumulated by William Zhang in Wall Street for many years, he can definitely get a very high amount.


    Previously, it raised US$350 million in ABS securities issued by 5 books in the next ten years, in order to provide sufficient funds to stir up the situation in the capital market.

 Chapter 57： short Enron

    Chapter 57 Short Enron


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    Looking at the tall and young man in front of him with bright eyes, with infinite confidence in his eyes, William Zhang''s information automatically appeared in his mind. After a moment of silence, he said solemnly, "Can I know your next plan?"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes narrowed, revealing his investment plan to an outsider who has not yet joined the job is undoubtedly reckless and dangerous. However, after thinking about it, he nodded. At present, William Zhang is the most suitable candidate for his plan. If you miss him and ask the headhunter to find a more suitable person, it will be too late in time.


    "Do, be empty, be safe, be safe!"


    Facing William Zhang''s deep eyes, Guo Shouyun said word by word.


    "Enron, Inc., headquartered in Houston?"


    William Zhang was instantly moved.


    "That''s right!"


    After taking a deep breath and suppressing the shock in his heart, William Zhang said solemnly: "You should know that it is the largest comprehensive natural gas and power company in the world...!"


    "I also knew it was just named 7th on the Fortune 500 by Fortune Magazine! It was named ''America''s 100 Most Innovative Companies'' for the sixth year in a row, with a market cap of over $80 billion! But so what, Just because the company is big doesn''t mean there are no problems!" Guo Shouyun said firmly after interrupting unceremoniously.


    The financial scandals of Enron in the United States and Vidione in France were the most sensational news in the world in the first few years of the 21st century. The former went bankrupt, and the latter survived the crisis by selling assets. Now that he knows this, Guo Shouyun must seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and make a big short sale!


    As for why it is Anye and not Vidiwang, because the latter has what he wants, Guo Shouyun doesn''t want to have hatred with Vidiwang for the time being. Moreover, the collapsed Enron is less risky when shorting.


    "Why are you so sure that there is something wrong with Enron. Do you have any inside information...!" The hasty voice suddenly stopped, William Zhang took a deep breath, calmed down his impatience, and shook his head, "I''m sorry, I asked too much!"


    As a financial practitioner, he knows exactly what he wants to know about what it means to investors. No one will reveal much without signing an onboarding contract and a nondisclosure agreement. Guo Shouyun was sincere enough to say the goal of ''Enron Company''.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and changed the subject.


    "With Mr. Zhang''s experience, contacts and reputation, how many times can he get leverage in the secondary market?"


    "ten times!"


    After thinking about it, William Zhang said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Ten times, it''s enough!"


    In fact, even though he knew that Enron was going to go bankrupt, ten times the leverage was too risky for Guo Shouyun, who planned to go short in the long run. Not to mention the margin required to maintain such a high leverage. In case those big investment banks and hedge funds are unwilling to be lonely, Guo Shouyun will face the risk of losing everything. Therefore, he originally intended five times! Now William Zhang fully satisfies this requirement.


    "Now I am preparing the first short-selling fund of $400 million, and I will provide you with at least $60 million every month in the future. With five times leverage, this is a huge sum of more than at least $3 billion. For For any fund manager, being able to control such a huge amount of money is an opportunity that cannot be found! If Mr. Zhang is willing to join in. I think when you retire, you will have this achievement, and you will not be in vain. Even If we go further, we might even leave a name in the history!" Guo Shouyun urged.


    "Mr. Guo is really good. But high profits in the capital industry usually mean high risks. Are you so sure that Enron''s stock price will collapse?" road.


    "Facts will prove everything. If Mr. Zhang doesn''t join Phoenix, none of this means anything to you!"


    William Zhang smiled, a thoughtful look on his face.


    Seeing him like this, Guo Shouyun didn''t bother much. There was an eerie silence in the reception room. It wasn''t until five or six minutes later that something changed.


    "Although I will retire in a few years, I am still a little curious. So, I choose to join!" William Zhang said firmly.


    As Guo Shouyun said, as a fund manager, it is really hard for him to resist an opportunity to operate a huge capital of 3 billion US dollars. Moreover, if, as Guo Shouyun said, Enron''s stock price collapsed. He will also get a lot of dividends. Whether it''s fame, interests, or career choice, it''s all in his favor.


    "After a year at most, you will find that your choice today is the wisest choice in your life!" Guo Shouyun stood up, and while smiling, he confidently stretched out his right hand towards William Zhang.


    "Then I''ll have to wait and see!"


    After the two briefly shook hands, Guo Shouyun raised his hand to signal, and Wendy Solo next to him immediately brought over the employment contract and confidentiality agreement. William Zhang took a look, and after there were no traps, he signed his name on the back.


    "Now I should call you Boss!"


    "Then should I also call you ''Old Zhang'' in the future?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Old Zhang? I like this title!"


    After a casual chat, "I will let Wendy give you the operating information about Enron Company we have collected tomorrow. In addition to reading the information, you also need to return to New York immediately, and within a week at most, provide the necessary information for the company. Traders, intelligence analysts, security personnel, etc. are recruited in place. On August 1, we officially entered the ''battlefield''!"


    Guo Shouyun''s determined words made William Zhang in his fifties a little excited.


    "No problem! It''s all on me!"


    Having spent his whole life on Wall Street, he knew it all too well. He knows where the qualified people are.


    Afterwards, Guo Shouyun shared with William Zhang, and discussed some of the information he had collected about Enron; for example, the senior executives of Enron secretly sold Enron shares while advocating that the share price of Enron would rise to 130 yuan per share. And Enron''s losses in investing in British Wessex Water, India''s tens of billions of dollars in power investment and other projects.


    Although An Ran is now very popular, as long as he wants to investigate, those pervasive investigation companies will provide Guo Shouyun with the information he wants. This information fell into the hands of people with a heart, and it was easy to come to the judgment that Enron was in a bad situation.


    The reason why Enron''s problems have not been noticed by the public is not how well Enron''s cover-up is. But thanks to the help of these giants such as Morgan, Citi, Bank of America, and Arthur Andersen, the world''s five largest law firms. Those who hold Enron stock need time to find a taker, pass on the risk, and then backhand short.


    It''s a pity that they didn''t do it seamlessly. After Enron''s collapse was exposed, Arthur Andersen collapsed, and WorldCom, which had a close relationship with Enron, collapsed. The incident was so big that it directly provoked the US Department of Justice to issue a sky-high fine of more than 4 billion US dollars. Triggered a series of turmoil in financial and capital markets.


    Of course, turbulence often contains huge opportunities, and Enron is one of the most valuable.


    After separating from William Zhang, Guo Shouyun took Wendy back to the Plaza Hotel where he was staying.


    Close the door, go back to your bedroom and turn on the computer. From the encrypted file, he retrieved the 2,000-year development plan that he had formulated in advance. Behind the detailed clauses, there are four red circles, and the circles are marked with different contents.


    The first is ''pan-entertainment''; the second is the Internet; the third is the financial industry; the last is ''investment''!


    These three industries, plus a series of investment plans, complete the closed loop from capital to industry. Although every industry is very thin now, it will take a huge amount of time, money and energy to further improve it. However, the foundation has been laid since the ten thousand zhang tall buildings are on the ground.


    The most important thing is that, based on Guo Shouyun''s previous knowledge in his previous life, these three industries have the greatest opportunities and the least constraints for him at present.


    "August is coming soon. After so much preparation has been done in the early stage, it is time to collect the fruits of victory!" A glint of light flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    Thinking of this, he flipped through the funds on hand. The $350 million in ABS securities, plus more than $60 million in untaxed royalty income currently in the account. Enough is enough to deal with the first investment in shorting Enron As for the latter, he can get 30 million royalties every month. Using the 50% personal income tax charitable tax deduction policy, the tax payment can be reduced to 20%. In this way, the funds at his disposal are guaranteed at $24 million.


    In addition, he also holds the absolute control of the thorn bird, and can temporarily take its income. The two plus one guarantees that the monthly investment of 60 million will not be a problem. As for the margin for securities lending, it can be fully offset by the royalties from the new book he wrote. Guo Shouyun, who holds the classic bestsellers such as "The Da Vinci Code", "Twilight", "The Hunger Games", "Island Bookstore" and so on, which can clearly sell tens of millions or even hundreds of millions of copies, can be described as ''Have food in hand, don''t panic''.


    Moreover, the box office and peripherals of "Smart: Ghost Recording", and the "Red Alert" game CD that Valve Software is preparing for sale, these are super projects that can bring in tens of millions, or even hundreds of millions of dollars, with huge profits.


    In case, when shorting Enron, it is obstructed by large institutions and cannot wait for the income from royalties, movies and games, mortgage the equity of Thorn Bird to the bank to get tens of millions of dollars in emergency funds. Therefore, the margin he is not worried at all.


    Moreover, he was very suspicious of whether there would be a chance to return to the light of An Ran''s broken car after he was short of it? Even if there is an occasional rebound, as long as it does not touch the highest price of Guo Shouyun''s short selling, the margin call mechanism will not be triggered.


    As for the investment of Matrix Films to make movies, it is enough to go to the bank to find short-term commercial credit. Anyway, everyone in Hollywood does this, and Guo Shouyun is no exception.


    After doing some calculations, thinking about all possible mistakes, and preparing enough means to deal with it, Guo Shouyun closed the computer contentedly and went to sleep.

 Chapter 58： windfall

    Chapter 58 Windfall


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    "Boss, James'' "Smart: Ghost Recording" is finished!"


    After Guo Shouyun flew from San Francisco to Los Angeles, Buddy Morris knocked on the door of his office. During this time, he has traveled to and from San Francisco and Los Angeles several times. In the middle, I went to Seattle once, and discussed with Gabe Newell, the head of the renamed Valve Studio, the development of the "Legend of Survival" game, as well as the marketing strategy of Half-Life 2 and Counter-Strike.


    In addition to Google and LinkedIn, he also needs to keep an eye on him. Phoenix Capital led by Michael Moretz and Hanhua Capital led by Zhang Lei, although they do not need him to manage them personally, but occasionally they have to ask, how they are their own industries. Others, the acquisition and expansion of Thorn Bird Publishing Company, the establishment of Phoenix Asset Management Company, the writing of new books, etc., Guo Shouyun''s time and energy are consumed by more and more things. Now he has more and more air trapeze posture.


    However, the busy life did not make him feel tired at all, but made him feel very fulfilled. Occasionally flirting with Jasmine Bevan, who is far away in the UK, from the Internet has also become an indispensable adjustment in life. But what makes Guo Shouyun a little regretful is that he has never seen Nicole Kidman since they separated that night. I just learned from news reports that he and Qiantang divorced. As for the gypsy family, they had already left when he looked for it.


    After calculating the time, Guo Shouyun nodded, "It''s time to finish filming!"


    "Did you cut it out?"


    "In the screening room!" Morris nodded.


    "Let''s go and have a look!"


    Guo Shouyun got up and took Morris out of the office.


    "Boss!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun coming in, Wen Ziren, who was waiting in the screening room, quickly stood up. Next to him was Kevin Yang, the company''s marketing manager, a middle-aged black man from Cuba with a quarter of Chinese descent.


    After nodding to the two of them, Guo Shouyun was not polite and sat down directly on the chair in the middle.


    "let''s start!"


    Following his order, the projectionist on the side quickly pressed the play button.


    With the logo made by Matrix Pictures with a rotating Rubik''s cube, the movie officially started. Compared with the original manual workshop-style "Smart: Ghost Shadow Record", the Wen Ziren version, which adopts the industrial production method, is undoubtedly more refined than the original. Moreover, even though the horror master is still in the tender stage, the effect of the shooting is impeccable. Not only the essence of the original version is retained, but the details are also more perfect.


    "What do you think?"


    After the 90-minute movie was over and the lights in the projection room turned on again, Guo Shouyun turned to ask.


    "A very good horror film, I think it has the ability to take 30 million US dollars at the box office!" Kevin Yang, the marketing manager, praised.


    "Morris, what do you think?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded nonchalantly and continued.


    "It''s really good. It''s much better than the horror movies the company has made before. Wen is indeed a very talented director, and the boss has a good eye for talent!"


    "Let''s applaud James for making such a great film!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Clap...!"


    Facing the loud applause and the approving eyes, Wen Ziren felt a little embarrassed.


    "Actually, all the novels written by the boss are wonderful, and it is good to adapt them into a movie based on this! I just turned it from words into film!"


    "Okay James. You don''t have to be arrogant, and I''m not someone who is jealous of talent!" Guo Shouyun patted his shoulder with a smile, "Kevin, has the company''s announcement of the film started?"


    "According to the request of the boss, we have continuously sent tens of thousands of tweets on various forums, plus the original reader base of the novel. At present, we have successfully revolved around ''whether ghosts really exist'' and the formation of ''occultism'' on the Internet. There has been extensive discussion. I believe that when the movie is released, it will definitely get a great box office.��


    Network marketing before the release of a movie is a normal thing in later generations. However, it is still the infancy of the Internet in 2000, and few people have such awareness. Even if there is, it is very simple. Guo Shouyun is undoubtedly the first person to eat crabs. But unfortunately the current network speed and network channels are lacking too much. Many of his network marketing methods are useless. The only ones that can be used are forum promotion and keyword optimization.


    "By the way, boss. Do we need to contact other publishers about the release of "Smart: Ghost Records"?"


    "no need!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    If "Smart: Ghost Story" is a super blockbuster with an investment of more than 100 million yuan, in order to pursue higher box office and to ensure sufficient box office revenue, he will definitely pull it together with the six Hollywood giants. But now "Smart: Ghost Recording" is only a low-cost movie with an investment of 1.5 million US dollars. Even if you add the cost of post-publication, as well as the cost of copying and labor, it will not exceed 10 million low-cost movies.


    Moreover, combined with the memories of his later generations, "Smart" is sure to make money, and it is still a big profit. That being the case, there is no need to give up profits. Moreover, Matrix Films also needs to establish its own publicity team and channels. "Smart: Ghost Story" is exactly the opportunity.


    "This time, we will contact the theaters for distribution! ... By the way, at least 1,000 screens must be released at the same time." Guo Shouyun explained.


    "Boss, I''m afraid this is a bit difficult!" Kevin Yang hesitated.


    Difficulties, Guo Shouyun certainly knew the difficulties. Before he bought Morris, the movie they made didn''t even get more than 200 screens from theaters!


    "I know it''s going to be difficult. But you can talk about it as much as you can with the copy. I''ll give you half a month. After half a month, no matter how many screens you can get, remember to tell me!"


    "clear!"


    After patting his right arm, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked out of the screening room.


    "Boss?"


    Looking at Wen Ziren hurriedly chasing from behind, "Is something wrong?"


    Wen Ziren handed the book that he had been holding in his hand to Guo Shouyun.


    "This is a script written by Ray, let me help him pass it on to you!"


    "Ray Warner? Why didn''t he give it to me himself, and asked you to hand it over?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "He can''t save face. After all, your creative talent is so outstanding!" Wen Ziren said with sincerity and compliments.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun said nothing. After taking the notebook, opened it and glanced at it, the pupils instantly shrank. Quickly opened the title page, and began to concentrate on browsing the text.


    Noticing the change in Guo Shouyun''s expression, Wen Ziren didn''t dare to disturb him and waited quietly. After ten minutes, Guo Shouyun let out a long sigh.


    "Let Warner come to my office. By the way, you will come too!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun, who had a somewhat excited and solemn expression on his face, Wen Ziren nodded quickly.


    "I''ll call him!"


    "Um!"


    After Wen Ziren left in a hurry, Guo Shouyun, who returned to the office, sat on a chair and looked at the notebook on the table with a smile on his face.


    "I didn''t expect to buy one and get two free. The original gift that came with it is now a gold mine!"


    At first, the reason why he let Ray Warner join the company was purely because he was Wen Ziren''s friend. But now, everything is a little different.


    "Dong dong!"


    There was a rhythmic knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    Unsurprisingly, Wen Ziren pushed the door open and walked in with a worried-looking Ray Warner.


    "Sit down and talk!"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the sofa opposite.


    After the two looked at each other, they sat down obediently.


    After looking at the slightly thin Ray Warner with interest, he pointed to the notebook in front of him, "You really wrote the script for "The Chainsaw"?"


    Ray Warner nodded hurriedly, "It was an idea that came to my mind when I saw James filming "Smart: Ghost Record" some time ago, and I just finished writing it a few days ago."


    "So its copyright is still in your hands?"


    "Um!"


    "That''s good! ... Do you want to make it into a movie?" Guo Shouyun said after a little thought.


    "Of course I do!"


    Ray Warner blurted out his debut.


    "If that''s the case, then I''ll talk to you on behalf of the company. The script company bought it. The script cost $50,000. If the box office is very good, you can get 0.3% of the box office!"


    "Really?" Ray Warner couldn''t believe it.


    "certainly!"


    A smile appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face. For a budding screenwriter, a $50,000 script fee is already sky-high. As for the box office share, don''t even think about it. However, Guo Shouyun knows that "The Chainsaw" is a super series with eight films, and each one makes money. Therefore, for the sake of future consideration, he couldn''t make himself appear too stingy. When it''s time to win people over with interests, don''t be too stingy.


    "thank you boss!"


    Ray Warner said quickly.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, his eyes turned to Wen Ziren who was happy for his friend.


    "James, since you recommended the script to me. Then it''s up to you to shoot it. But before that, you have to cooperate with the marketing department''s promotion of "Smart: Ghost Recording"!"


    After being stunned for a moment, Wen Ziren nodded quickly. He didn''t expect the second movie he directed to come so soon.


    "Buddy, come to my office!" Guo Shouyun picked up the phone on the table.


    "boss!"


    Looking at Buddy Morris who came in a hurry, Guo Shouyun handed over the script.


    "This is a script written by Lei Gang, called "The Saw". I''m going to let James make it into a movie. You can ask the production department to prepare it, and by the way, let the legal affairs prepare the contract. "


    Buddy Morris, who had reacted from Guo Shouyun''s series of orders, looked at the script in his hand, and then looked at Wen Ziren and Ray Warner who were full of expectations, and after some hesitation, "Boss, this year we have five The film''s shooting plan, plus this one, will it be too much?"


    "It doesn''t matter. Like "Smart: Ghost Story", its investment will not be too big. And we can afford it." Guo Shouyun said.


    Seeing that he made a decision, Buddy Morris didn''t say anything. According to his instructions, let the legal affairs prepare the contract properly, let Ray Warner and Wen Ziren sign it, and after "Legal Blonde", "Smart: Ghost Story", "The Fast and the Furious", Matrix Shadow The fourth film "The Chainsaw", which was invested by the industry with an investment of US$1.5 million, was officially approved.

 Chapter 59： AMC Cinemas

    Chapter 59 AMC Cinemas


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    "Boss, after half a month''s negotiation, we got 345 screens from theater giants such as AMC and Carmichael, plus other small and medium-sized theaters, a total of 514 screens!"


    Looking at the documents handed over by Kevin Yang, and after a quick glance, Guo Shouyun also understood that they had done their best for these more than 500 screens.


    If it weren''t for the quality of "Smart: Ghost Recording" in the eyes of those theater managers, a film company like Matrix Films, a newly established film company with little influence, let alone 500 screens, is 100 yuan. The screen is also difficult.


    However, although the 514 screens are already very good for the nascent Matrix Films, it still cannot satisfy Guo Shouyun''s ambition.


    "Is the CEO of AMC Entertainment Peter Brown?" Guo Shouyun said after some thought.


    "Yes!"


    "In the name of the chairman of Matrix Films, send me an appointment, and I want to see him in person!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who was shining brightly in his eyes, Kevin Yang nodded.


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    "Boss, this is the appointment I just received!"


    The beautiful young blond secretary put the papers on Peter Brown''s desk.


    "Bruce Guo, Chairman of Matrix Pictures?" He frowned slightly, "I haven''t heard much about Matrix Pictures, but the name Bruce Guo is quite familiar!"


    "Matrix Pictures is a recently launched film company, and Bruce Kuo is the author of eight best-selling novels including ''Fifty Shades of Grey'', ''Pirates of the Caribbean'' and ''Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them''."


    The blond female secretary is obviously a big fan of "Fifty Shades of Grey", and there is light in her eyes when she speaks.


    "It turned out to be him, I said why it sounds so familiar!" After a look of surprise appeared on his face, "He wrote "National Treasure" very well. But this great writer doesn''t write novels, why did he think of starting a film company? "


    "I don''t know!" The blonde female secretary shook her head.


    After Peter Brown frowned slightly, he picked up the folder next to him, and after a quick search for a while, he found a report inside.


    "Matrix Pictures, "Smart: Ghost Records". A horror movie?" After thinking for a moment, "send them a receipt and agree to meet at ten o''clock in the morning the day after tomorrow. Also, get Alex! "


    The blonde female secretary nodded, and soon stepped out in high heels. Not long after, a middle-aged black man in his thirties in a brown suit pushed the door and walked in.


    "Peter, are you looking for me?"


    "sit!"


    After nodding, Peter Brown pointed to the seat opposite the desk.


    "Have you watched Matrix Films'' "Smart: Ghost Recording"?"


    "The Matrix? "Smart: Ghost Records"?" After a brief recollection, Alex Sandra, director of ABC Entertainment''s projection department, nodded immediately, "I''ve seen it, it''s a very good horror film!"


    "How much box office do you think it can take?"


    "15-20 million!" Alex Sandra said after thinking about it.


    "It seems that you are very optimistic about it!"


    A low-budget horror film can earn more than 10 million at the box office, which is already considered a great success in itself!


    "really!"


    "The reason?"


    "There are two main reasons. First, "Smart: Ghost Story" is based on Bruce Guo''s novel of the same name. According to our market research, since the novel went on sale in mid-June, it has sold 1.29 million in eight weeks. Although the sales volume is far less than that of Bruce Guo''s other novels, it is still a best-selling novel and has a good reader base. Second, I have seen the sample film of "Smart: Ghost Story", and it was really well done. Although there are no well-known actors in it, the director has done a great job in creating the atmosphere and handling the plot. In the field of the film, it can be regarded as an excellent work!"


    After nodding thoughtfully, "How many screens did the company arrange for this movie?"


    "137 yuan!"


    "So each of our theaters has taken out a screen?"


    "Yes!"


    Two thousand years of AMC Entertainment, without a series of mergers and acquisitions, has not yet had the astonishing scale of 346 theaters and 5,028 screens.


    A look of thought appeared on Peter Brown''s face, and after a few blinks, he changed the subject.


    "How''s the release of Gladiator?"


    "Ridley made another good movie, which was released for three days, with an average attendance rate of 55.8%. By Saturday and Sunday, it will exceed 90% without incident. According to the current development situation, the United States should be able to get 200 million US dollars. box office.��


    "It seems that DreamWorks has made a lot of money this time!" Peter Brown said with envy.


    "According to past experience, the global box office of "Gladiator" will exceed 400 million US dollars if there is no accident. The box office share alone can bring DreamWorks 150 million US dollars in revenue. And there are more lucrative ones in the back. Income from peripheral products. Tsk tsk, making movies makes more money than theaters!" After nodding, Alex Sandra couldn''t help but feel a little envious.


    ��


    Guo Shouyun, who received the receipt from AMC Cinemas, showed up at Peter Brown''s office on time with Wendy Solo after careful preparation.


    "Although I knew for a long time that Mr. Guo was very young, only after we actually met, did I understand what a 19-year-old billionaire is like."


    After holding Peter Brown''s hand and shaking it briefly, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Mr. Brown has won the prize!"


    "Please sit down!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and the two sat down on the sofa in the reception area.


    "I like "National Treasure" written by Mr. Guo very much. The wisdom and bravery of the protagonist Ben Gates is impressive. Of course, as the author of the novel, Mr. Guo''s keen thinking and rich knowledge are equally admirable .Just don''t know when the second part will be released?"


    He glanced at Peter Brown in surprise. Guo Shouyun didn''t know whether he really liked to read his novels or just a polite compliment.


    "The main story line is being conceived, and I haven''t started writing yet. If it is launched, it is estimated that it will not be until next year!"


    "Next year? That''s a pity!"


    Guo Shouyun''s heart moved when he saw that Peter Brown''s expression didn''t seem to be fake. If the man sitting across from him is really a fan of his books, it will be good news for the next negotiation.


    "Mr. Guo has been delayed for a while, so let''s get to the point." Peter Brown clapped his hands lightly, and looked directly at Guo Shouyun after speaking, "Mr. Guo did not hesitate to fly from Los Angeles to Kansas City in person, thinking that he came here for "" What happened to the release of Lingdong: Ghost Records?"


    "Yes, we hope that each theater chain of AMC can give us one more screen!" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "Sorry, Mr. Guo''s novel is very good, and the adaptation into a movie is also very good. However, there are still three months before Halloween. It is difficult for horror movies to provide enough attendance to the theater. Therefore, we cannot agree to your request!" Peter Brown shook his head.


    Guo Shouyun was not surprised by his refusal. When he came, he figured out how to deal with it.


    "How much box office does Mr. Brown think ''Smart: Ghost Record'' can make in North America?"


    With a bit of surprise, he glanced at the young man in front of him who was still full of confidence after being rejected by him, "$15 million to $20 million!"


    "No, I think it can create a box office of more than 50 million US dollars!" Guo Shouyun shook his head and said firmly.


    "Mr. Guo, I understand your feelings for movies. But not every horror movie is "Blair Witch"!" Peter Brown smiled and shook his head, his words revealed a bit A faint mockery of Guo Shouyun''s fledgling "I don''t know how high the sky is".


    Blair the Witch is a horror film produced and released by Witchcraft Films and Artisan Entertainment in 1999. With a production cost of 30,000 euros, it created an astonishing box office of 140 million in North America, 108 million in overseas and $248 million in the world. Before this, there has never been a movie that has achieved such a high box office with such a low investment! The revenue ratio of nearly 10,000 times also makes "Blair Witch" forever in the history of Hollywood movies.


    Guo Shouyun is just as familiar with this movie. But he was not envious. Because the "Smart: Ghost Story" series of movies has created far more revenue than it.


    For Peter Brown''s ridicule, Guo Shouyun''s face was still calm. The calm performance made Peter Brown a little surprised. In his understanding, Guo Shouyun, who became famous as a teenager and achieved extraordinary achievements, should be extremely proud and conceited in his heart.


    Noticing the slight change in Peter Brown''s expression, Guo Shouyun smiled. I have worked hard in the workplace for more than ten years in my last life. Although my achievements are not high, the kung fu of cultivating qi has long been experienced like fire and pure love!


    "Mr. Brown, you don''t think the highest box office of ''Smart: Ghost Record'' will exceed 20 million, and I think its highest box office can exceed 50 million. There is a gap of 30 million US dollars between us, which is our opinion. An irreconcilable focus, right?"


    "That''s right!"


    Peter Brown smiled and nodded. He would like to see what kind of solution this famous new writer can come up with. Business is much more complicated than writing.

 Chapter 60： unexpected rejection

    Chapter 60 Unexpected Rejection


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    "Generally speaking, for a movie''s box office, the cinema share will account for 50% of the total box office. Then I will make a bet with Mr. Brown with 50% of the 30 million." After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes suddenly Sharper than ever before," AMC doubled the number of screens for "Spirit: Ghost Records" on the existing basis. In a minimum 45-day run time, if "Smart" can gross more than $50 million at the box office , then we calculate it according to the normal share of distribution and cinema. If the final total box office does not exceed 50 million US dollars, then we will take the percentage of the total box office based on the percentage of the movie box office generated by AMC cinema. 50% of the vacancy will be compensated for you!"


    "The Gambling Agreement!"


    Peter Brown said solemnly.


    "That''s right!"


    Looking at the calm and confident young man in front of him, he doesn''t look like a fledgling business novice. Peter Brown''s heart finally raised the importance of him. It doesn''t matter if it''s madness or confidence in your own movies. Those who dare to pursue their own interests with the greatest ability and means are worthy of respect.


    "I reject!"


    After thinking for a while in silence, Peter Brown slowly shook his head.


    Guo Shouyun sank in his heart and said solemnly: "Why? This gambling agreement is ''beneficial but not harmful'' to AMC!"


    "Indeed! However, I still refuse!"


    At this moment, a look of anger finally appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face, and his sharp eyes met Peter Brown''s firm eyes unceremoniously.


    He asked himself that he had shown enough sincerity for this cooperation, and even took the risk for the other party. Unexpectedly, it was still rejected. The originally ample confidence has been hit, and of course it will make people feel angry.


    Looking at the two people''s eyes colliding and confronting each other in mid-air, and looking at the solemn expressions of the two, Wendy Solo, who was sitting on the side, couldn''t help showing a trace of worry on her pretty face, for fear that Guo Shouyun would press Can''t stand it. Nineteen-year-olds, no matter how successful they have been in their careers, will still give people the stereotype of being irritable, irritable, and not calm enough.


    "Ha ha!"


    Guo Shouyun suddenly smiled, breaking the extremely dignified atmosphere in the office.


    "Since Mr. Brown is unwilling to cooperate, then we will leave!"


    Peter Brown also stood up.


    "I believe we will have many opportunities for cooperation in the future. By the way, I am looking forward to the second part of Mr. Guo''s "National Treasure"! I look forward to the day when Mr. Guo puts it on the screen. At that time, I will definitely set aside enough for Mr. Guo screen!" Peter Brown smiled after nodding.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun smiled indifferently, shook hands with Peter Brown with grace and courtesy, and left the office with Wendy Solo.


    Looking at the backs of the two until they disappeared, Peter Brown smiled and sighed.


    "Nineteen years old, still too tender after all! ... Mina?"


    "Boss?"


    The blond female secretary who had been sitting next to him and participated in the entire negotiation came over.


    "Notify Alex and ask him to add fifty screens to Matrix Pictures'' "Smart: Ghost Recording"!"


    "Add fifty screens?"


    Mina was stunned, didn''t she just refuse?


    "Go!"


    Peter Brown didn''t explain much, just waved his hand.


    Mina nodded in confusion, then turned around and walked out.


    "Tenderness is tender, but when it''s time to invest, you still have to invest. After all, in the film industry, there are still many times to deal with in the future. Especially...he still holds the copyrights of many best-selling books!"


    ��


    Walking out of AMC''s office building, the smile on Guo Shouyun''s face disappeared instantly. There was a gloomy look on his handsome face. In fact, according to the box office performance of "Smart: Ghost Recording" in memory, he can continue to increase on the basis of 50 million US dollars. But Peter Brown''s firm, slightly mocking eyes made him dismiss the idea.


    Guo Shouyun knew very well that once he acted too eagerly, he would fall into the inferior position in the negotiation. It will even give the other party a bad impression of "brainless" and "don''t understand the film industry at all". Even in the end, the box office of "Smart: Ghost Recording" allowed him to win the bet, and it is estimated that it will give people a "just luck" evaluation.


    Therefore, after a comprehensive consideration, he resisted the desire to increase the price. Although he is just a fledgling, he wants to leave the image of a wise but courageous entrepreneur, not an image of an "irrational lunatic" and a "nouveau riche".


    In this world, few of the top elites and entrepreneurs are willing to cooperate with the nouveau riche.


    "Called the hotel and refunded it, and we bought a plane ticket and went back to Los Angeles!"


    After getting on the taxi, Guo Shouyun said in a deep voice.


    "Boss, this is the first negotiation today, so it''s normal if it doesn''t work out. We still have a chance later...!"


    After waving his hand to interrupt her, Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Peter Brown''s eyes tell me that there is no chance!"


    Seeing his silence, Wendy Solo said nothing after a while. The two came to the airport together, and after booking a flight to Los Angeles at 1 p.m., they found a place to have lunch.


    "call!"


    Just before boarding the plane, looking back at Kansas City, which was like a dragon crawling behind him, Guo Shouyun let out a long sigh and his face finally returned to normal.


    "The smooth sailing in my career in the six months after my rebirth made me too self-righteous. A few setbacks almost made me unbalanced. It''s still too tender!" After a wry smile appeared on his face, he shook his head slightly and looked beside him. From time to time, she looked at her Wendy Solo and smiled at the other party, "I made you worry!"


    Seeing the familiar and confident smile on Guo Shouyun''s face again, Wendy Solo breathed a sigh of relief, and at the same time, she couldn''t help raising her plain white hand and patted her towering chest.


    "You scared me to death with your drooping face just now. I''ve never seen you like this before! ... By the way, now that you''ve adjusted your emotions, should we go back and prepare for the second negotiation?"


    "No!" Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Although I can''t guess the reason yet, Peter Brown''s eyes and attitude have clearly told me the result."


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Hearing the phone ringing, Guo Shouyun took it out and looked, "Kevin''s phone number?"


    "Boss, good news! Alex Sandra, the director of AMC''s projection department, just called and will give us 50 more screens when "Smart: Ghost Record" is released!"


    "AMC? Are you sure?" Guo Shouyun''s eyes narrowed, a look of surprise on his face.


    "Yes!"


    "Besides that, what else did they say?" Guo Shouyun said after a moment of silence.


    "there is none left!"


    "By the way, have you got any results from contacting Carmichael Cinema?" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "There are results!"


    "Success?"


    "Of course! This kind of thing is only good for Carmike Cinemas, but not harmful. How could they disagree! Boss, where is it? AMC Cinemas must have agreed long ago?"


    "No, they refused!" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "Er?...Rejected? How could it be rejected? Our ''gambling agreement'' has nothing to lose to them at all? Besides, how could refusing give us fifty extra screens?"


    "This is exactly what I''m thinking about." Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "Didn''t they say why?"


    "No!...By the way, is there any news from Buddy?"


    "not yet!"


    "Got it. I''ll be back in Los Angeles this afternoon, and you''ll prepare me a detailed profile of the AMC theater chain, and Peter Brown. I want to know where we''re losing?"


    "Yes, I''m going to prepare right away!"


    After hanging up the phone, he looked at Wendy Solo who was looking at him curiously, "Kevin called just now, and Carmichael agreed to our gambling agreement!"


    "Agreed? Then why would AMC refuse?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head thoughtfully, "I want to know too. By the way, Kevin just said on the phone that agreed to give us 50 more screens!"


    Seeing Wendy''s widened eyes and the confusion on her pretty face, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help sighing in his heart, "What kind of medicine is Peter Brown selling in this gourd?"


    ��


    The room of about 40 square meters is separated from the outside office area by a circle of thick glass. In this small office, two brown bookshelves are placed against the wall, on which are stacked "The Wealth of Nations" and "Social Economics". Books like Derivatives and Innovation, The Economic History of the United States, The Presbyterian Church of Zion and Modern Israel, The Wars of Religion, etc., are apparently frequently turned over by the degree of paper depreciation.


    In front of the two bookshelves is a large desk. There are HP computers and office equipment such as printers. There are two chairs on the inside and outside of the desk. On the left side of the desk, there are three single-seat reception sofas. In addition to these limited furniture, plus the water dispenser and a few pots of green plants in the corner, there is nothing to mention in the entire office.


    "Dong dong...!"


    "Come in!"


    Wendy Solo, who pushed in the door with the documents in her arms, looked at her without looking up. She was still lying on the desk where the documents were stacked, frowning tightly. color.


    "Boss, is Mr. Morris back?"


    "Oh?"


    When Guo Shouyun raised his head, a pair of bloodshot eyes appeared in front of Wendy Solo.


    "How''s it going with the Ximanke Cinema?"


    "It went well. They promised to give us double the number of screens on top of the original!"


    "That''s good!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.

 Chapter 61： Cinema

    Chapter 61 Cinema


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    Seeing Guo Shouyun, who has been diving into the AMC theater chain since returning from Kansas City, as well as Peter Brown''s profile, who has not rested all night, Wendy Solo persuaded with a hint of concern: "Bruce, anyone When you encounter setbacks, rushing for success can��t really solve the problem, and you may have unexpected rewards. Moreover, you have been up all day and night now, and what you need most now is rest!��


    Guo Shouyun''s heart warmed when he saw the beautiful and moving woman in front of him with a haggard and worried look on her slightly pale face, as well as the concern in her eyes.


    "Listen to you, Wendy. Don''t watch!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, pushed the information in his hand forward, and stood up. In fact, after suffering for so long and reading hundreds of documents, he basically understood why Peter Brown refused, the terms of cooperation that in his eyes were "beneficial and harmless".


    First, unlike Carmichael and Ximanke Cinemas, most of the AMC Cinemas are located in the core areas of large and medium-sized cities in the United States. Moreover, as the pioneer of multi-screen theaters, AMC''s revenue, catering revenue accounted for 40% of the total revenue, almost the highest among all theater chains. So, AMC not only needs to make money from movie screenings, but also blockbusters to lure audiences into movie theaters to make money from catering.


    Second, DreamWorks spent 103 million US dollars for the super blockbuster "Gladiator". Since its release on August 3, it has occupied the first week at the box office with 34.819 million US dollars in the first week. With Warner''s "Perfect Storm" and Paramount''s "Pros 2," the box office hit is a foregone conclusion. Matrix Pictures'' "Smart: Ghost Recording" unfortunately collided with the other party.


    Third, after the death of Stanley Wood, who ran AMC for 39 years last year, Peter Brown took over the reins of AMC. Peter Brown, a Princeton graduate, is a man of business stability, or conservative. No changes have been made to AMC''s management structure for a year.


    Combining these three points, Guo Shouyun analyzed the reason why Peter Brown rejected himself. As he said, he has no confidence in the box office of "Smart: Ghost Record". Moreover, even if the final film exceeded 50 million US dollars as Guo Shouyun said, AMC can get a lot of profit in the box office share, and it may not be comparable to the same screen showing "Gladiator" in the box office share and catering. profit.


    "Smart: Ghost Record" and "Gladiator", one needs to take risks, the other has proven itself. With Peter Brown''s business style, it''s natural to choose the latter.


    And the reason why he added 50 more screens to himself after rejecting him. Mostly because these theaters with additional screens are large theaters with more than 6 screens in a single hall, or even more.


    They have set aside enough screen for the "Gladiator" screening, and the rest can be allocated to other films to suit the tastes of different audiences.


    Thinking about these things clearly, Guo Shouyun felt that most of the things were like this. Only then did he really feel relieved.


    "Wendy, let Buddy come to my office!" After a pause, seeing the worry on her pretty face, Guo Shouyun smiled, "Don''t worry, after arranging the movie release, I will go back to rest. !"


    "you said?"


    A smile appeared on Wendy''s face.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    "I''ll go get the car first in that moment!"


    "it is good!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun watched Wendy Solo''s tall and beautiful back disappear outside the door. Then he sorted out the papers on the desk. No sooner had they stacked them on the adjacent bookshelf than Buddy Morris pushed open the door and walked in.


    "Boss, are you looking for me?"


    "sit!"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the seat opposite his desk.


    "I heard from Wendy that you have been working in the office for a day, so be sure to take breaks!"


    "Thank you! I''ll go back and get some sleep later! ... After winning the Ximanke Cinemas, how many screens do we have now?" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Including some small and medium-sized theater chains that have been contacted in the later period, there are now a total of 927 screens left by each theater chain for our new movies!"


    "927 yuan!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "Although it''s still a little short of our original goal, it''s not too far behind."


    "Boss, I think it''s already very good! After all, we are a small company with little reputation, and we are also making horror films with an investment of only 1.5 million US dollars. Even if we take the film to big companies like Miramax and Lionsgate. Distribution, it may not be able to get so many screens!" In Buddy Morris''s mind, Universal and Warner are too far away, and Lionsgate and Searchlight are big companies.


    "If that''s the case, then prepare for the release!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said. He also knows that the current 927 screens are already the limit that Matrix Films can get before the movie is released.


    After nodding excitedly at first, Buddy Morris became a little worried, "Boss, should we postpone the premiere a little later, after all, "Gladiator" is too hot right now!"


    Although Guo Shouyun really wanted to bring "Spirit: Ghost Story" to the market as soon as possible, so that he could carry out his follow-up plan, but he also understood that going head-to-head with "Gladiator" was not good for "Spirit"''s box office.


    "Then let it be released on August 18. With a two-week buffer, I believe that "Gladiator" has also passed its peak period!" Guo Shouyun said after thinking about it.


    "Then I''ll go tell Kevin immediately!"


    "Wait a moment!"


    Guo Shouyun stopped Buddy Morris who was about to turn away.


    "Recruit me a managerial talent with experience in theater operations." Guo Shouyun said earnestly, facing Buddy''s surprised eyes.


    "Theatrical line?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, this time was rejected by Peter Brown, although he was ill-considered, but he was also fed up with the pain of not being able to control the movie screening channels. Matrix Films is not a giant like the Big Six in Hollywood, and has an absolute content advantage over cinema distributors in film distribution.


    Therefore, in order to make up for the shortcomings, in the case that Matrix Films cannot develop into a giant in a short period of time, self-built theater chains are the best choice.


    As for the "Paramount Act" that blocked movie companies from owning theaters, it has been unraveling since the Reagan New Deal, and it is now useless. Viacom now owns both Paramount and American Entertainment. Later, Wanda also acquired AMC and Legendary Pictures at the same time.


    "Investing in theaters requires a lot of money, we...!"


    "Start-up funds, I will solve it! As for the follow-up funds, "Smart Ghost Recording" has made money, isn''t everything solved?" Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    "Smart Ghost Recording" grossed $200 million worldwide. For movies, it happens that the real money is around. The peripherals include the sale of DVDs and TV broadcasts, etc. Therefore, Guo Shouyun estimates that the total revenue around "Smart: Ghost Recording" is close to 400 million. Among them, the part that Matrix Pictures can get is between 80 million and 120 million US dollars. This huge sum is enough for Matrix Films to build 3-5 multi-screen luxury cinemas in the core urban areas of first-tier cities such as Los Angeles and San Francisco while maintaining its own properties.


    Buddy Morris doesn''t know the future. He is not as confident as Guo Shouyun in the box office and revenue of "Smart Ghost Recording". However, now he is only the CEO of Matrix Films. Guo Shouyun, who is the boss, has given orders, and he can only execute them.


    "...I have three points for investing in cinemas. First, the location must be located in a densely populated area of ??large and medium cities, preferably close to commercial centers. Second, the number of screens in the theater should exceed 9."


    With the impact of the Internet, the living space of small movie halls will become smaller and smaller, so multiple theaters are the future trend. Since Guo Shouyun decided to solve the theater chain, he must do it in one step. Moreover, his thinking is also very clear, and the essence is not expensive. He never thought of competing with AMC and Ximanke for the position of the leader of the theater chain. He just planned to have more chips in his hands when it comes to film distribution and negotiations with Hollywood giants.


    "...By the way, every theater must have an IMAX giant screen!" The giant screen is the mainstream of future development, and it will be troublesome to transform in the future. It is better to do it in one step.


    Buddy Morris just wanted to say that the cost of the giant screen was too high, but thinking about the identity and background of the new boss, he swallowed it again.


    "Thirdly, in each cinema, there must be a restaurant, we not only provide customers with popcorn and mineral water but also provide pizza, burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, as well as drinks and alcohol Give them a movie viewing experience far beyond any other theater chain!"


    In the Internet age, the real money-making place for cinema chains is not movie screenings, but catering. Moreover, better service can win more customers. Before his rebirth, it was almost a trend to run both theaters and restaurants.


    "Fourth, the construction of the theater line must be purchased together with the property rights. Pay a 20% down payment first, and then slowly repay!"


    The rent of the theater chain accounts for 18% of the total expenditure of the theater chain, which is a huge profit, and the rest can be saved. Moreover, Guo Shouyun also knew that in two years, the real estate market in the United States was about to experience crazy growth. Before the subprime mortgage crisis broke out, house prices had doubled by 1.5 times. Even if it fell after the subprime mortgage crisis, it only fell by 25% of its peak, which is still nearly double the current level. Therefore, buying property rights now, especially in the downtown area, is a big profit no matter how you look at it.


    "Boss, according to your request, I am afraid that the investment of each of our theaters will not be less than 10 million US dollars. If it is a metropolis like New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, it will even double!"


    "I know, you can push the repayment time a little bit later, so we don''t have as much financial pressure! Also, to execute this plan, I will invest at least $60 million in the company this year. Movies Production investment is another matter.��


    Looking at the rich and willful Guo Shouyun, what else can Buddy Morris say.


    "Understood, I will immediately contact the headhunter to find a suitable candidate!"


    "Let me know if there is news." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Understood! ... But, boss, you really should have a good rest."


    "I''ll go after I''ve packed up these documents!"

 Chapter 62： Beverly Hills

    Chapter 62 Beverly Hills


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    After a night''s rest, Guo Shouyun woke up refreshed the next day. As soon as I got dressed and had no time to wash up, there was a knock on the door.


    "Looks like you''ve figured out my daily routine!" Looking at Wendy Solo, who was standing outside the door, dressed in a dark purple OL lady''s suit, with golden hair pulled up high , Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "As your assistant, if I don''t even know these things, am I too unqualified!"


    Smiling and nodding, Guo Shouyun gave way, "I''ll wash up first, and we''ll go down to have breakfast together later!"


    Agreed, followed behind Guo Shouyun and entered the door, "By the way, I made an appointment with a few real estate agents today. After breakfast later, I will accompany you to see the house!"


    Matrix Films is in Los Angeles. Except for San Francisco and New York, this is definitely a place where Guo Shouyun will often stay in the future. That being the case, it would be inappropriate to continue living in a hotel. Moreover, there is a steady inflow of funds for writing, and he is not short of money for the time being. Consider buying a mansion to live a luxurious life.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun, who is still struggling in his career, has no plans to buy those super mansions that cost tens of millions of dollars. As long as it is quiet, there is a garden in the front and back for him to write or relax after work, a swimming pool to exercise, and six or seven rooms are enough.


    "Wendy, you know my request, don''t waste your time!"


    "I know. It''s quiet, private, it doesn''t need to be too luxurious, but it must have a good view!" Wendy Solo had a hint of teasing.


    "bingo!"


    "Have you finished writing The Hangover?"


    Seeing that the manuscript was printed and bound into a book on the table next to it, Wendy Solo reached out and picked it up. As Guo Shouyun''s personal assistant, Wendy Solo knew almost every book he wrote, except for the initial period.


    "It''s done. You can send it to Christopher for me in a moment."


    With that said, Guo Shouyun walked out of the bathroom after washing up.


    "I really don''t understand you. Others may not be able to write a novel of 200,000 words in half a year. You can write a novel in ten days and a half, and the quality is good!"


    Facing Wendy Solo''s surprised and admiring eyes, Guo Shouyun raised his chin slightly and said proudly with a smile, "So I''m a genius!"


    "whispering sound��!"


    Wendy Solo shook her head, and there was a deliberate contempt on her pretty face.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t care either and went back to his room to change clothes.


    Looking at his back, Wendy Solo''s expression became admirable again, then lowered her head to open the manuscript, and after reading it for a while, she couldn''t help laughing at the wonderful plot inside.


    "Does it look good?"


    "Very wonderful!"


    Subconsciously replied, Wendy quickly raised her head after reacting, and her eyes instantly lit up. A dark blue Armani custom-made dark blue suit, with a blue and black tie and white shirt from Burberry, brown leather shoes from Dupont, and a limited edition Patek Philippe watch on the wrist, making the 187 cm tall, fit body Guo Shouyun fully highlights his masculine charm, and belongs to successful people and Kochi elites. His self-confidence, prudence, and refined temperament, coupled with his handsome looks and career bonuses, is the type that women all over the world like most.


    "How is it, is there something wrong with my outfit?"


    Facing Wendy Solo''s eyes, Guo Shouyun opened his arms and looked around, wondering if he didn''t think there was anything wrong with him.


    "No, it''s just that I didn''t think you were so handsome, boss?"


    Holding the manuscript in her left hand, supporting her right elbow, and her right hand supporting her chin, Wendy Solo looked at the boss in front of her with interest, and said with admiring eyes.


    "That''s because you have a problem with your eyes!" Guo Shouyun turned around after giving his subordinate an unceremonious look, "Let''s go, we''ll see the house in the morning, we''re going to fly back to San Francisco in the afternoon, we''re very busy today! "


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who was walking in front of him, Wendy Solo pouted slightly and immediately followed.


    Had breakfast in the restaurant downstairs and drove towards Beverly Hills in the black Mercedes I just bought. Perhaps it is from the diaosi plot of a previous life, Guo Shouyun has a soft spot for Mercedes-Benz cars. Except for the Chevrolet at the beginning, almost all of them are Mercedes-Benz whether they rent a car or buy a car.


    "Boss, this is Mr. William, the real estate agent of Hearst Real Estate Company!"


    After Wendy Solo''s introduction, Guo Shouyun briefly looked at the white man in his thirties who was wearing a black suit and looked a little fat, then smiled and stretched out his right hand towards him.


    "Hello!"


    "Hello, Mr. Guo! It''s a pleasure to serve you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Let''s go and see the house first!"


    He has been unsatisfied with two consecutive viewings, and he is too lazy to talk anymore.


    "Okay, please come with me."


    Colby William, who was good at observing words and expressions, turned sideways and raised his left hand to signal Guo Shouyun to follow him.


    "Mr. Guo, what I''m going to introduce to you next is a luxury villa with an area of ??1,588 square meters and a usable area of ??815 square meters. Before entering the villa, you must go through a 15-meter-long ''S''-shaped entryway. This is the road we are taking now. The unique design and the green belt composed of beech, oak, Pittosporum, tulipwood and other vegetation effectively ensure the privacy of the residents.��


    As they spoke, the three of them had come to the main entrance of the villa. On both sides of the gateposts made of rough clear gray granite, there was a low wall made of iron fences and half-meter-high blue-black stones, as well as dense wisteria. composed of courtyard walls. The inside of the doorpost is embossed, with a black iron door high in the middle and low on both sides.


    "This is the courtyard gate of the villa. It is installed with the latest intelligent security system provided by FOSS, which not only has functions such as automatic alarm and automatic closing, but also the cameras on both sides can provide the villa owner with a high-definition view, allowing you to Identify the identity of the visitor in the shortest time. In addition, the courtyard gate also uses two ways of opening the door manually and intelligently.��


    With that said, Colby William took out a bunch of medicine spoons, and after pressing one of the black buttons resembling a car medicine key, the thick iron door slowly retreated to both sides driven by electricity.


    "Mr. Guo, Miss Wendy, please come in!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and strode in, followed by Wendy.


    "On the right is a four-car garage! On the left is the green belt, and in the middle is the flower bed and lawn. Mr. Guo, please see, this two-story Victorian-style building in front of you is the main body of the villa. Except for the living room, the entire building The villa has 6 rooms and 4 bathrooms. In addition, there is a wine cellar, gym and storage room on the basement floor! The storage room uses a 50CM provided by FOSS, a bank vault-level password door, which can be used as a vault, or The collection room is used, and the area is large enough, with 210 square meters!"


    Guo Shouyun looked at the villa with the dark brown roof and white walls in front of him, and it looked good just by looking at it.


    "Go inside and take a look!"


    "Okay, please come with me!"


    Following the asphalt paved garden road, after stepping on two steps, they officially came to the front door of the villa.


    "The door uses a fingerprint lock, which is very convenient and safe!" Colby William opened the room with his fingerprints and walked in with Guo Shouyun.


    Americans do not have the concept of a Chinese screen wall. After entering, except for the bathroom on one side, it is a large living room.


    "The floor is made of 18mm teak with multiple layers, which is environmentally friendly and wear-resistant. The furniture is Italian ''Asnaghi'' blue and white antique classic. The chandeliers are from Swarovski, including oil paintings, carpets, sculptures and other furnishings, and there is no defective product... '' Colby William gushed about every part of the villa.


    Looking at the European-style classical, but not too dull living room, Guo Shouyun nodded secretly. The decoration style here is quite in line with the showy nature of his literary youth!


    Passing through the living room, there is a yard covering an area of ??about 400 square meters. In addition to the green belt carefully matched with different kinds of trees, shrubs and vines, the swimming pool on the left side is 20 meters long and 10 meters wide, which also makes him quite satisfied. After reading all the rooms on the ground floor and the ground floor, the last few people came to the roof. UU reading www. uukanshu.com


    ����The best thing about this villa is the view, where you can look down on the famous Sunset Strip, and the whole city of Los Angeles.��


    Guo Shouyun looked out from the railing, and the wide field of vision was really fascinating. If you are tired from writing a book, you can look into the distance to relax your nervous brain; or grab a glass of red wine at night and quietly enjoy the bustling urban night scene and quiet night in Los Angeles.


    Guo Shouyun, who was already moved, turned to ask, "How much is the price of this villa?"


    "$6.5 million! Plus 5% off if you pay in full!"


    Due to the economic crisis, housing prices have fallen a lot. Of course, this is only temporary. Once after 9/11, when the Federal Reserve reduces the benchmark interest rate to an unprecedented 1%, the real estate industry in the United States will be boiling. By then, the price of a Beverly Hills mansion will absolutely skyrocket.


    "How much is the down payment?" Guo Shouyun continued after nodding his head.


    "The down payment is 20% of the total house price!"


    "I bought this villa, but I chose to take the down payment!"


    Although Guo Shouyun now has nearly 10 million US dollars in his account every week, there are also many places to spend money. When the capital is not abundant, save some if you can. In any case, the increase in house prices will far exceed the loan interest rate.


    "Okay, I''ll handle the transfer contract for you right away!" Colby William said happily.


    Regardless of whether Guo Shouyun paid the full amount or took out a loan, as long as this order was made, his CD withdrawal would have to be five figures.


    "Let''s go!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he greeted Wendy, and went out of the villa with Colby William. The transfer of ownership was naturally handled by Wendy, the secretary.


    After finishing this, Guo Shouyun flew back to San Francisco again.

 Chapter 63： Juji Electronics

    Chapter 63 Juji Electronics


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    "boom��!"


    With the sound of the impact, the white golf ball was hit by Guo Shouyun in a beautiful arc, spinning and flying into the distance.


    "Good shot! I haven''t seen it for a few months, Boss''s game has improved a lot!"


    "Michael, how can I hear you''re showing off? You just hit an eagle ball!" Guo Shouyun gave him a white look.


    Michael Moretz smiled, "My attitude is sincere. Also, I don''t want to lose my job because of this."


    "Lost your job? I don''t believe that you took the initiative to ask me to play golf because you were afraid of ''fired''! Tell me, what is the reason why you, a busy person, do not rest on weekends and insist on pulling me to play?"


    "Because it''s the weekend, I have to take my boss out to play and relax. Of course, I''ll chat about work while relaxing!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "What you said just now is described by an old Chinese saying, ''The fox''s tail is finally exposed''!"


    "What does it have to do with the fox?" Michael Moritz shrugged helplessly after he said that with confusion, "Well, colorful Chinese is always difficult to understand! ... Since Boss asked , then I''ll just say it straight, I''m here to seek funding?"


    "Seeking funds? When I called a while ago, didn''t you say that you have raised nearly 20 million US dollars? Plus my 30 million, a total of 50 million is not enough for you?"


    "Not enough!" Michael Moretz shook his head.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun said, "Which company do you want to invest in?"


    "Netflix! Founded in ''97 and headquartered in Los Gatou, California, is an online movie rental provider."


    While speaking, Michael Moretz beckoned, and the secretary next to him immediately took out the prepared documents from his briefcase and handed them over. Michael transferred it to Guo Shouyun, who opened it and looked at it. After reading it, Guo Shouyun understood, isn''t this the famous Netflix company in later generations!


    Although it is far less well-known than Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Apple, and Facebook in the perception of ordinary Chinese, it is also the top giant among American Internet companies.


    However, Guo Shouyun is not very interested in this Netflix company and has no intention of bringing it under his command, but it is not bad to invest.


    "How much are you going to invest?"


    "$50 million!"


    "So many?" Guo Shouyun was a little surprised.


    "The US entertainment industry has a $23 billion market share for disc rentals. And Netflix is ??the most promising player in online video rentals...!"


    "Michael, you don''t have to tell me how this company is, I trust your vision! How many shares of Netflix can we get with just an investment of $50 million?" Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    For his trust, Michael Moretz is certainly grateful in his heart. No one wants to work under a boss who values ??himself and is fully empowered.


    "20%! They plan to raise 50 million to acquire Blockbuster and improve their online and offline distribution network! This is the only opportunity for us to get involved and get an important stake!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "How much money do you have now?"


    "50000000!"


    Michael Moretz was slightly embarrassed.


    "You spent all your money in a few months?" Guo Shouyun stared in surprise.


    "Uh, yes! But we are all well-founded investments. And most of the projects were planned when I was Sequoia Capital." Michael Moritz explained quickly.


    "Really? Tell me, what companies have you invested in in the past few months?" Guo Shouyun said with great interest.


    "Rotten Tomatoes Film Review Website Invested $2 Million and Owned 40% of the Shares!"


    ��Trip Advisor invests $1.5 million, owns 38%!��


    "Craig List Invests $6M for 23% Ownership!"


    ����Salesforce�� retail industry, invested $4.5 million, 33% stake!��


    "''''Backlog, invest $3.2 million, 25% stake!"


    "''PayPal'' PayPal, $2.2M investment, 15% stake!"��


    "Paypal?" Guo Shouyun said suddenly.


    Michael Moritz nodded, looked at Guo Shouyun''s expression, and after a flash of thought flashed in his eyes, he couldn''t help laughing: "Why, the boss doesn''t like this company, right?"


    "I''ve been letting Wendy keep an eye on its growth, but I''ve let you take the lead before I can do it. Michael, it seems that you were the right choice to manage Phoenix Capital." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Of the six Internet companies that Michael Moretz has invested in, he has never heard of the rest except Rotten Tomatoes, TripAdvisor and PayPal. But if you have these three, you are guaranteed to make money, and the rest is not important. Especially PayPal, who has experienced the powerful functions of Alipay and WeChat payment in later generations, he is more interested in PayPal than Netflix, eBay, etc. Like Google, he is one of the core companies that must be grasped in his hands no matter what.


    "So I ruined the boss''s plan?"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "It''s not that serious, it''s just that you need to spend more money later!" After a pause, "Tell me about Netflix! If you increase investment, is it possible to get more equity?"


    "The boss is also interested in it?"


    "No, I just trust your vision!" Guo Shouyun smiled. For a project that is bound to make money in the future, although he doesn''t pursue controlling shares, he doesn''t mind investing more, especially now that the other party''s share price is still relatively cheap.


    Taking a deep look at the smiling Guo Shouyun, Michael Moritz thought about it, "I can try, but I can''t guarantee success!"


    "Success is good, but it doesn''t matter if it doesn''t. 20% equity ratio is not low!"


    Michael Moretz nodded and continued with a smile: "It seems that the boss has indeed made a lot of money in the publishing of novels recently!"


    "What, have you seen it?"


    "Of course! Who made you my boss. But I have to admit that your talent in writing is as good as your commercial talent. Especially "National Treasure", the settings of various plots are especially wonderful!"


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "It seems that I have gained another book fan!"


    After meeting a smile, Michael Moritz continued: "If the boss has enough capital surplus, I can recommend three investment goals to you."


    "Is it a PE project?" Guo Shouyun thought thoughtfully after glancing at him.


    "Not bad! The capital scale of these three companies is not small. Phoenix Capital''s funds are not enough, and the investment income ratio is relatively low. However, it is undeniable that they are all excellent."


    Michael Moritz''s investment vision is time-tested, and Guo Shouyun is very confident in it.


    "Tell me!"


    "The first ''Biogen Idea'' is a biotechnology company that develops and treats diseases of the nervous system. The second ''Cergene'' is mainly engaged in the research and development of commercialized oral and small particles for the treatment of cancer and immune diseases. The third Home ''Juji Electronics'', a company that designs and manufactures semiconductors."


    "Two biotechnology companies, it seems that you are very interested in this industry during this time?"


    "Since you reminded me last time, I have been paying attention to this industry. Indeed, the biotechnology industry is a high-growth industry no less than the Internet. Moreover, this industry is born with the advantage of high technical barriers. Mature R&D results can grow as rapidly as Gilead and Amgen. The R&D strength of Biogen Idea and Celgene ranks at the forefront of biopharmaceutical companies, but their scale has grown, and they have acquired a wholly-owned subsidiary. If it needs more than 200 million US dollars, Phoenix Capital can''t eat it!"


    "Everyone can see a good investment project. Even if we plan to invest, people may not be willing to sell it!" After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly.


    "The U.S. recession caused by the Nasdaq crisis is our opportunity, and we have to give it a try!"


    "I''ll let people get in touch with each other when I go back, but what is it about this ''Juji Electronics'' that attracts you?" Guo Shouyun changed the subject. UU reading


    Although he knew about the future outbreak of biopharmaceutical companies, he was undercapitalized and had to make trade-offs when he had already decided to short Enron.


    "I didn''t notice it at first. But when I was researching Qualcomm, I stumbled across the company''s CDMA division that holds most of Qualcomm''s patents on CDMA research and development?!"


    Guo Shouyun''s footsteps suddenly stopped here. While his pupils tightened instantly, he stared at Michael Moretz and said solemnly, "Are you sure?"


    "Sure!" Guo Shouyun''s reaction to this incident was a little surprised, "Boss, Juji is not Qualcomm after all. Most of the patent fees generated by the CDMA standard go into Qualcomm''s pocket!"


    "Then why did you recommend it to me?"


    Michael Moretz smiled and said: "For those who invest, rarity means there is investment value. And there is still room to develop the CDMA standard internationally! In addition, Qualcomm''s patent licensing fees are too high. I believe There will be people who will choose a relatively cheap giant.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded. In fact, Michael Moretz also underestimated the value of the CDMA standard. In later generations, when smartphones became popular, Qualcomm used the baseband chip formed by the CDMA2000 patent and the integrated SOC. Using the strategy of buying basebands to send SOCs, it killed the mobile chip overlord Texas Instruments and dominated the global high-end mobile phone chip market, even the overbearing Apple must be restricted by it.


    The final result is that Qualcomm has successfully won the "patent troll", "baseband madman" and "industry tumor" in the world with its CDMA patent and its hegemony in the field of communication standards and baseband chips. Of course, scolding is scolding, and after scolding, you have to hand in the "Qualcomm Tax" obediently.

 Chapter 64： Qualcomm and CDMA

    Chapter 64 Qualcomm and CDMA


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    However, extremes turn against each other. Qualcomm is too domineering and finally attracted global opposition. In the 3G era, everyone was deeply affected, and no one wants to be squeezed by Qualcomm when it comes to 4G. Therefore, Chinese and European manufacturers gave up the idea of ??evolving a new communication standard from CDMA, and decided to start playing LTE from OFDM. At the same time, INTEL, IBM, Motorola, and Nortel in North America brought Japan, South Korea and Taiwan to play WIMAX.


    Qualcomm became alone and had to play CDMA evolution by itself. CDMA has the biggest weakness of self-interference. In order to overcome this shortcoming, Qualcomm decided to study the multi-user detection (MUD) technology. However, after research by Qualcomm, it was found that although MUD can improve CDMA, it will bring out other inherent defects of CDMA, and it is difficult for MUD to support CDMA system design, and the commercialization cost is high. The most important thing is that the actual effect that OFDM and MUD can achieve are similar, but the complexity of OFDM is much smaller than that of MUD, and the notoriety of Qualcomm''s rogue directly leads to no one willing to develop MUD with him.


    In the face of the strong R&D capabilities of China (Huaxia, ZTE, Datang) and European (Ericsson, Nokia, Alan) coalition forces, Qualcomm wants to evolve CDMA through MUD, which is more difficult to develop and has higher commercialization costs, to defeat the Chinese-European coalition forces. LTE clearly has no chance of winning. So Qualcomm gave up UMB and participated in LTE.


    As for the North American coalition playing WIMAX, Motorola was acquired by Google, Nortel went bankrupt, Japan and South Korea switched to LTE, and the loss of bending and bending that resolutely refused to yield exceeded 30 billion US dollars. In terms of 4G communication standards, in addition to Qualcomm, China and Europe dominate the world. Qualcomm, which has been surpassed by China and Europe in the communication industry, has instead focused its energy on baseband chips. With its deep patent accumulation, it is still difficult for MediaTek, Huawei, Apple, and Samsung to compete.


    Therefore, it is also conceivable that Guo Shouyun covets CDMA patents. When the era of smartphones arrives, patent licensing alone can make a lot of money. If he is a little more ambitious and uses the advantages of previous knowledge to make arrangements in the field of LTE-based OFDM, he may not be able to build patent barriers in the field of OFDM before Qualcomm reacts to give up MUD, and then compete with Qualcomm for baseband when the time is ripe. Chip global market!


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun became slightly excited. This is a starting point for involvement in the research and development of baseband chips. Of course, it is not that he has not considered acquiring Qualcomm. It''s also a good opportunity at the moment when the stock price has plummeted because of the Nasdaq crisis. But the capital required to acquire Qualcomm is too high. Moreover, the old Jacob who controls Qualcomm is notorious in the capital world. The rumors of two "black boxes" not only deceive opponents, but also their own people. After more than ten years, Qualcomm, which was originally co-founded by seven people, has become a private land for Jacob and his son. Guo Shouyun is not confident that he can play this old business fritter.


    The most important thing is that he doesn''t have so much money now. Moreover, he is more willing to plan Apple than Qualcomm!


    Therefore, it is easier to accept if we can win the giant semiconductor electronics at a very low price and maintain the opportunity to intervene in the field of baseband chips.


    "Do you have any information about Juji Electronics?"


    "Yes! But I didn''t bring it with me!"


    "Give it to me immediately after you go back!" Guo Shouyun said immediately.


    Michael Moretz nodded.


    "By the way, why did Qualcomm license key CDMA patents to Juji Electronics?"


    "Juji and Qualcomm are the original co-developers of CDMA, and cross-license each other''s patents. Compared with Qualcomm''s first-mover advantage, Juji, whose strength is more concentrated in the ASIC field, is obviously inferior to Qualcomm in the CDMA field. In order to avoid the US anti-monopoly investigation, Qualcomm signed an agreement with Juji in 1997 to obtain a full authorization for Qualcomm to develop, produce and sell CDMA chips." Moretz explained.


    "That is, evading the anti-monopoly investigation and still enjoying huge profits, Qualcomm is really a good way!" Guo Shouyun sighed.


    "Paul Jacob never makes a bad deal!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and there was more thought in his eyes. He realized that Juji Company was an opportunity to enter the market of hundreds of billions of dollars in mobile phone chips every year. But opportunity is opportunity. Guo Shouyun also understands very well that if you want to turn an opportunity into strength, you need billions of dollars in R&D investment every year, and it is not an easy job to compete with Qualcomm!


    And now, what he lacks is precisely the funds!


    Originally, I wanted to ask about Michael Moritz''s investment in the No. 2 technology sector and No. 3 biopharmaceutical sector, but Guo Shouyun, who was completely attracted by the opportunity of Juji Electronics, lost his interest.


    Moreover, judging from the investment situation of the previous No. 1 Fund, Michael Moritz''s vision is indeed worthy of his reputation. In this case, Guo Shouyun was relieved.


    Observing that his attention was off the ball, Michael Moretz also simply proposed to end it. Both of them are the kind of people whose career is greater than their life. Since each has a goal and Moritz has completed his task of raising funds, no one wants to continue wasting time.


    After their separation, on the way home in the car, Guo Shouyun in the back seat fell into contemplation. In the development plan he made for himself, for at least three to four years, his energy was mainly concentrated in the four fields of Internet, pan-entertainment, finance and investment. As for high-tech, when one''s own capital becomes strong, can leverage more powerful financial power, and have a wider network of contacts, acquisition is far easier than a little research and development. In future generations, whether it is Google, Amazon, or Ali and Tencent, they will do this. With strong capital, the acquisition of technology companies makes up for their own patent barriers. In the beginning, Guo Shouyun also planned to do the same. But now, Juji Electronics has given itself a small opportunity to join in early.


    "Forget it, first look at the information of Juji Electronics, if the acquisition price is not too big, buy it. If the price is too high, give up!"


    Guo Shouyun made up his mind. Now the capital in his hand does not allow him to be willful, and living within his means is a necessary condition. After making the decision, Guo Shouyun''s heart also became a little more relaxed.


    After temporarily putting the matter of Giant Semiconductor aside, Michael Moretz''s request for an investment of $50 million popped up from the bottom of his heart.


    The future of Netflix is ??also a giant with a market value of 100 billion, so if there is an opportunity to enter it, he does not intend to let it go.


    Guo Shouyun began to calculate the funds in his hand. Although shorting Enron took up 80% of his funds, he still had some spare funds.


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun took out his mobile phone to find Zhang Lei''s number and dialed it.


    "boss!"


    "How''s it going with IDG?"


    ��There is no consensus within IDG on whether to give up Tencent��s shares, but our $8 million offer made them very excited.��


    "It''s good to be tempted. If it doesn''t work, continue to increase the price, as long as they are willing to sell. Of course, you must grasp the scale of this. Don''t let them think that they can use this to ask for a price!"


    "clear!"


    "What did Tencent say?"


    "There is no response yet. However, from the information we have received, the management is more willing to sell some of the equity reserves for winter funds. But they have not made a decision on how many shares to sell." Zhang Lei said.


    "So, the Tencent shares we hold now are only 20% of the shares we bought from PCCW for $5 million?"


    "Boss, it was my work mistake...!"


    "No, you''ve done a good job, I didn''t mean to blame you!" Guo Shouyun interrupted him. After a pause, "What do you think of Sina and Sohu?"


    Zhang Lei was a little unsure of the purpose of his question.


    "Very good investment value, now it''s just dragged down by the Nasdaq crisis!"


    "Then do you want to invest?"


    "what do you mean��?"


    "It''s very simple, Hanhua Investment Management Company gave up the equity acquisition of NetEase and Sohu, and transferred to your Hanhua Capital Lichun Fund to be in charge!"


    "Can I ask why?" Zhang Lei hesitated.


    "I want to transfer some of the funds managed by Hanhua Investment! Although I will make up for it later, I don''t want to affect the investment in China, so I can only choose some secondary targets to discard." Guo Shouyun did not hide the people he recognized.


    "Understood, I will take over the investment in Sina and Sohu. But for NetEase, I think we have the opportunity to acquire it now. Also, I sent someone to contact Ding Lei from NetEase some time ago, and I feel that there is a great opportunity."


    "I haven''t paid attention to NetEase''s stock price on Nasdaq for a while, how much has it fallen?"


    It is not news that everyone knows about Ding Lei''s almost selling of NetEase in later generations.


    "$3.5 per share, and it''s still falling It looks like it has a tendency to fall into a junk stock!"


    Guo Shouyun thought for a while, "NetEase can buy it, but Ding Lei must stay, even if he gives shares, he must stay!"


    Among China''s four major portals, TOM was brilliant for a while with multimedia value-added products and services, but as soon as 3G came out, it was like a yellow flower of yesterday. Sohu used to be brilliant, but Zhang Chaoyang was too casual. Sina is also very good, but after sending Wang Zhidong away, there is no spiritual leader, and there is a lack of expectations. Only Ding Lei''s NetEase has been brilliant all the way. Even after more than ten years, it has not fallen out of the ranks of China''s first-tier Internet companies. Instead, it has become more and more prosperous. It can be seen from this that Ding Lei''s talent in business management and strategic control.


    As long as Guo Shouyun''s brain is not pumped, such a handsome talent must stay firmly even if it costs a certain price.


    "If the acquisition of NetEase can be reached in the end, I will meet Ding Lei in person." For insurance, Guo Shouyun decided to go out in person.


    Although surprised by the importance he attached to Ding Lei and NetEase, Zhang Lei dutifully agreed.


    "Also, recruit more people. Otherwise, every company will ask you to come and talk in person, it''s too slow!"


    "The recruitment has never stopped. However, our establishment is too short after all, and our attraction to top talents is too low!"


    "It''s understandable that there are difficulties. I''m just reminding you. Of course, it''s you who make up your mind. I''ll still say the same thing. As long as there are no major losses, I won''t interfere with the operation of Hanhua Capital. This promise will always be valid!"


    "Thank you boss for your trust!"


    "You''re welcome. Well, that''s all I have to say. If you''re okay, then I''ll hang up!"


    "I''m fine here!"


    "Okay, goodbye!"


    "goodbye!"

 Chapter 65： LinkedIn News

    Chapter 65 LinkedIn News


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    "Boss, this is the information about Juji Company sent by Mr. Moritz."


    The next day when Guo Shouyun arrived at the office, Wendy put a thick stack of faxes in front of him.


    "Tell Moritz that I have the funds ready. After he signs the contract, I will transfer it to Phoenix Capital''s account." Guo Shouyun glanced at it and nodded.


    "Yes!"


    "Also, ask Tim to come up in two hours!" After explaining, Guo Shouyun waved.


    After answering, Wendy Solo turned around and walked out.


    Opening the information, Guo Shouyun watched intently. As a result, the more he looked at his brows, the more he frowned, and the strength of Juji Company exceeded his expectations.


    Not only does it have its own wafer fab, packaging and test facilities in Milpitas, California, but it has also established its own independent associates in RB, Europe and Canada, expanding its business globally. Now, this company, which went public in 1983 with a value of US$135 million, has become a Silicon Valley technology giant with a market value of nearly US$800 million after more than ten years of development.


    If Guo Shouyun goes all out, the acquisition of Juji is not hopeless. However, it is obviously unwise to give up the huge gains brought by shorting Enron for an opportunity to get involved in mobile phone chips in the future.


    Shaking his head, he kept the information on the table and started pacing in the office in a fidgety mood.


    "Do you want to give up?"


    After a moment of silence, Guo Shouyun, who frowned, was still unable to make up his mind. The connection between 3G and 4G is too close. In later generations, Huawei, Samsung, and Apple are so good that they can''t get around Qualcomm''s patent barriers, which shows the problem.


    MediaTek''s chips rely on the CDMA authorization obtained from VIA to develop a series of full Netcom mobile phone chips based on the CDMA series, which are suppressing Samsung and Huawei, occupying 20% ??of the global mobile phone chip market. This is tens of billions of dollars in revenue, billions of dollars in net profit, and huge industry influence.


    Every time he thinks of this, Guo Shouyun''s heart is swaying.


    After walking back and forth in the office for more than half an hour, his eyes couldn''t help but focus on the Juji company information on the table again. Go over and pick it up, calm down and read it over and over again, hoping to find some loopholes or opportunities that you can drill.


    Nearly an hour later, Guo Shouyun, who frowned, showed a thought in his eyes.


    "Maybe try it!"


    Touching his chin, after thinking about it, a firmness flashed in his eyes. Then he got up quickly and picked up the phone on the desk.


    "Let Nicholas come to my office!"


    Not long after, there was a knock on the door.


    "Please come in!"


    With a ''squeak'', the tempered glass floor bounce door was pushed open, and a middle-aged Chinese man in a dark blue suit, about thirty-six or seven years old, with a serious expression stepped in.


    "boss!"


    Looking at the head of the M&A team that he had dug over from the ***** M&A department with a high salary, Guo Shouyun pointed to the sofa opposite him.


    "sit!"


    Qin Zhicheng, English name: Nicholas Qin. In the early 1990s, he studied in the United States and stayed in the United States after obtaining a Ph.D. in financial engineering from Princeton.


    "Look at this information!"


    "The boss wants to acquire Juji Electronics?" Qin Zhicheng said in surprise after reading the complete document.


    "No, to be precise. I''m only interested in the CDMA R&D department of Juji Electronics and the CDMA patents in their hands." Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly.


    Here''s a workaround he came up with. Since the overall acquisition of Juji Company is not worth the loss, it is an acceptable consideration to only acquire the CDMA patent and R&D department in its hands. Moreover, Juji''s business focus is on ASIC series products, as well as the manufacture, packaging and testing of semiconductor chips. CDMA is not the core business. This is also a matter of course. Although Qualcomm has granted Juji a series of patents around CDMA in order to avoid anti-monopoly investigations, it will not cultivate a strong competitor for itself.


    "CDMA?"


    "That''s right! You can contact Juji for me to see if they have any intention of selling the CDMA R&D department and patents. If so, you will formally represent me to acquire it, if not...!" After hesitating for a while, Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly, "Forget it!"


    "clear!"


    "Dong dong...!"


    The knock on the door rang again.


    "Please come in!"


    "Boss, Mr. Tim is here!" Wendy Solo pushed in the door and said.


    "Let him in!"


    When Guo Shouyun finished speaking, Qin Zhicheng also stood up, "Boss, then I''ll leave first!"


    "Hmm!...By the way, bring this information and go back and have a look!"


    Qin Zhicheng nodded and left with the information about Juji Company on the table.


    At the same time, Tim George also walked in.


    "Boss!"


    "Tim, you gave me some good news last week. LinkedIn has 7 million registered users and over $1.2 million in revenue. This achievement has far exceeded my expectations for LinkedIn. Your credit is indelible. "Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "This is because the business model designed by the boss is good enough, especially the launch of the ''recommendation letter'' program, which has caused an explosive growth in the number of registrations on our website!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "LinkedIn is a professional social networking site. The more registered people, the richer the content, the better for our development. Therefore, the construction of blogs and forums should be strengthened. In addition, the management of content should not be slack. Emphasize the professional social nature of LinkedIn, and any non-professional life entertainment content cannot be published in the forum. Once it appears, it must be forced to clean up.��


    "I see!"


    "Well!... By the way, I have a plan here for you to give to Martin, and let him organize the people in the development department to perfect it in the shortest possible time!"


    With that said, Guo Shouyun got up and took out a prepared document from his drawer and put it in front of Tim George.


    "LinkedIn News?"


    Looking at the title on the title page, Tim George said in surprise.


    "Yes, in the lower right corner of the LinkedIn homepage, a 2*3-inch pop-up window has been developed to release the hottest news of the day by time period!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Will this affect the user experience of the website?" Tim George frowned slightly.


    "There will be an impact, but we want to minimize the impact. Therefore, we should limit the number of pop-up windows to once every two hours, and automatically hide them after 10 seconds. If users are interested in news, they can click the pop-up window. It will automatically jump to the home page of the news content."


    After nodding clearly, "In this case, is LinkedIn News going to develop into a portal like Yahoo?"


    "No, we don''t do portals, just news!" Guo Shouyun emphasized.


    The content of the portal site is too much, too cumbersome and too complicated. It''s hard to stop and browse. In the PC era, he preferred personalized news websites such as "Observer" and "Tiger Sniff".


    "...Also, because of LinkedIn''s website attributes, when doing news, the content of the report should focus on the professional field, and the content of life and entertainment can be included, but not more than 30%. Also, the homepage should be set aside 2~3 A sector for digital advertising. After all, we also need to make money.��


    "clear!"


    "Is the company''s funds enough?" Guo Shouyun nodded and asked.


    "If you count the revenue, it should be able to last until the end of next year! But once the internationalization strategy is launched, it will not be enough!" After a pause, after a little hesitation ~ www.novelhall.com~ boss, someone from a venture capitalist has looked for it us! "


    "Oh?" Guo Shouyun said with great interest, "Who is it? When?"


    "Three days ago, it was De Fengjie!"


    "De Fengjie!" Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly. He was no stranger to this world''s top VC.


    "What conditions did they give?"


    "$20 million, 20% stake!"


    "In the current environment, this condition is a bit sincere. But we are not short of money, let''s refuse!"


    Tim George nodded, not surprised by Guo Shouyun''s answer. Now the boss is a famous best-selling author. With the popularity of books such as "Fantastic Beasts", "Fifty Shades of Grey" and "Pirates of the Caribbean", he does not lack funds.


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say. ... Take this plan! Remember, develop it as quickly as possible."


    Tim George stood up, "Boss, then I''m taking my leave!"


    "it is good!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, got up and sent him out. Returning to the office, checking the time, picking up the coat on the hanger next to him and putting it on, he pushed open the door and walked out.


    "Wendy, I''m going out. You don''t have to follow me, call me if you have anything!"


    "But...!" Looking at Guo Shouyun who was striding away, Wendy Solo frowned and had to stop. After so long, she felt that she had no charm in front of Guo Shouyun.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t know what Secretary Qiao was thinking, so he drove out of the office building to downtown San Francisco, and quickly stopped in front of a store with the capital "PARIS" hanging on it.


    After getting out of the car, I stood in front of the door and looked at it briefly, then walked in.

 Chapter 66： 0 Roca

    Chapter 66 Baccarat


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    "Welcome to PARIS!"


    After seeing Guo Shouyun entering the door, she stood at the counter next to her, wearing a red cap and a dark red uniform, the young girl who looked a little Mexican in appearance immediately respectfully said.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at the other party briefly, then shifted his gaze to the side of the counter.


    An oven with sausages, an incubator with hamburgers, chicken rolls, and pies, a catering and beverage machine with juice, milk, and coffee, and a freezer that sells Haagen-Dazs, etc., all passed through his eyes. .


    After nodding with satisfaction, he turned his attention to the retail area, fresh food area and fruit and vegetable area next to it! Every place has only strips, and it is cleaner and hygienic than ordinary community stores, and of course it is more fashionable in design.


    "How? Did you live up to your trust?"


    Catherine Lincoln, who had an appointment with Guo Shouyun, quickly came to her after hearing that her subordinate reported that a "weird" customer had come to the store.


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, pointing to the stool next to him, "Sit down and talk!"


    After the two were seated, a clever employee quickly brought over two cups of coffee.


    After expressing his thanks, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Catherine, it seems that I started looking for you to take charge of Guo''s family. It really was the right choice."


    "It''s good to satisfy a picky guy like you!" In addition to being happy, Catherine was also secretly relieved.


    You must know that in the past few months, although Guo Shouyun has never been to the store to check. But during this period of time, the design proposal she submitted was called back no less than five or six times by the other party. After repeated revisions in the middle, it has what it looks like now.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun also accepted some of her proposals. For example: change the store name to the more fashionable and open ''PARIS'', which is translated as ''Bai Lejia'' in Chinese, not ''Guo''s Community Store''.


    "How is the business?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Not bad, farm, logistics, catering, retail, combined total monthly revenue of nearly 2.6 million US dollars! However, Bruce. I have no objection to your acquisition policy on the farm. But on the expansion of the Baccarat community store, Why do we have to buy property? It''s taking a huge drain on our cash flow, which is not already abundant."


    "Doesn''t the acquisition of properties also save us the cost of rent?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "But we could have used this money to develop more stores, instead of having less than 30 branches like now!" Catherine is obviously not so easy to be persuaded.


    "Catherine, Bellagio in the mid-to-high-end communities in large and medium-sized cities must own properties, and other places can be rented!" After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun said firmly.


    Knowing the future development situation, he is very clear in his heart that if he owns the property now, in five years, he can reap 1.5 times the appreciation income. But this kind of thing that belongs to the future can''t be said to the current Catherine. After all, he doesn''t have much evidence.


    However, the financial difficulties that Catherine said were also factors that had to be considered. Therefore, after some actual consideration, Guo Shouyun took a step back, gave up buying properties with less room for future appreciation, and only pursued the essence.


    "All right!"


    Catherine nodded, she wasn''t being unreasonable either. Owning a property can save at least 15% to 20% of the cost, and these Catherines also understand. But rather than saving costs, she hopes to expand rapidly, use revenue to offset costs, and go public for financing after forming a certain scale. This is the way most American companies do business. However, this is contrary to Guo Shouyun''s steady and steady operation in the early stage and gradual expansion in the later stage.


    However, Guo Shouyun is the chairman of the company in the end. After he has made a decision and has taken a step back under her persuasion, Catherine must also compromise.


    "Then can I take the group''s property as a mortgage?"


    "Not for now!" After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Why?" Katherine asked in surprise.


    "I''ll tell you later, but not now!" Guo Shouyun shook his head firmly.


    In his opinion, the interest rate of going to the bank for a loan is still too high. And after 9.11, the Fed will lower the benchmark interest rate to an unprecedented 1%, and the discount rate will remain as low as 0.75%. At this time, the loan interest rate is undoubtedly the lowest and the most cost-effective time. But this is something that cannot be said to Catherine.


    "...Of course, in order to support the development of the group, I will give you 10 million US dollars every month! I think this money is enough for the current Guo''s business group to develop within a year or two." Guo Shouyun said after thinking for a while.


    Catherine nodded, stared at him and said, "It seems that you have really made a lot of money in writing!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and did not continue the topic.


    "Let''s go, it''s almost noon, I''ll treat you to dinner!"


    "Okay, your treat!"


    Catherine wisely didn''t ask any further, nodded and stood up with him.


    After having lunch and chatting with Katherine, Guo Shouyun drove to Google''s office area in the afternoon. After returning from Los Angeles, he''s been here longer than he''s been at home and on LinkedIn.


    "Boss!"


    "boss!"��


    With a smile, he responded to the greetings of the employees one by one. After this period of hard work, he has initially established his prestige among Google employees.


    After passing through the office area, Guo Shouyun pushed open the door of his office and walked in. Putting the briefcase on the sofa, sitting down and turning on the computer, he checked his mailbox. After noticing the email on top, Guo Shouyun quickly remembered something.


    Pick up the phone, think about it and put it down. He got up and went out to find Larry Page''s office, knocked on the door, pushed the door and walked in after getting permission, what he didn''t expect was that Sergey Brin was also there.


    "Bruce!"


    "It just so happens that both of you are here, so I won''t have to go and ask them one by one!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Come and sit!"


    After greeting him to sit down, Larry Page said, "What''s the matter?"


    "I know how developed Google Encyclopedia is?"


    "We have been improving. However, this project is huge, and it takes time to recruit editors. I''m afraid it will be difficult to be satisfied in a short time." Sergey Brin frowned.


    "The development of Encyclopedia is a long-term affair, and there will never be an end, so don''t be in a hurry." After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes swept across the faces of the two of them, "What did you guys talk about just now?"


    "Discuss the news display proposal you gave us. In addition to fixing 10 hot news every day on the right side of the search page, Sergey and I felt that we could also use the lower side of the homepage. After all, the number of page views here is the highest in Google. And, when the time is right, it can be advertised.��


    "Larry, you and Sergey have a good idea, but now is not the time!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    After the two looked at each other, they did not rush to refute. After getting along for the past few months, they all gave great affirmation to Guo Shouyun''s way of running Google. Moreover, the skyrocketing use of Google is also the best proof.


    "...Although Google is now the world''s largest search engine based on Yahoo''s traffic, our position is still unstable. At this time, the most important thing to consider is the user experience of the website. When will Google become more than 80% of the world''s Internet users When we are the first choice when searching online, we can consider how to maximize the interests of Google while taking into account the user experience."


    After thinking for a moment, the two nodded together.


    "Bruce, your words are always so convincing!" Larry Page laughed. Sergey Brin, who was next to him, also had a look of approval. UU Reading


    "I''m always complimented by you, but I will become proud!" Guo Shouyun smiled, "Okay, the joke is here. Let''s talk about Google''s international strategy."


    Hearing this, the expressions of the two instantly became solemn. After all, it''s about Google''s future.


    "For the international market, I temporarily chose three countries as the priority this year, namely RB, Germany and France! These three countries have developed economies and a large number of netizens. They are places we must win."


    The two nodded and said nothing.


    "In the first half of next year, it will be Spain, Portugal, and the corresponding Portuguese and Portuguese-speaking South America and Mexico. In the second half of the year, it will expand to the whole of Europe. Finally, it will be East Asian countries, especially China." After emphasizing the last two words, A hint of emotion flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    "Bruce, you are the CEO of Google, and you decide the development of Google, we have no opinion!" Larry Page said.


    "Yes, Bruce, we trust you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "You two, when we expand Google''s network to the world, we will become independent from Yahoo, and Google will become the most dazzling Internet giant in the world."


    "Get rid of Yahoo, why? Didn''t we have a good time working together?"


    "Sergey, do you think they''re willing to work with us when we''re rivals with Yahoo in digital advertising?" Larry Page couldn''t help but ask.


    "Almost forgot about this!"


    Sergey Brin was taken aback. Compared to Larry Page, Sergey Brin really doesn''t have much business talent.


    Then the three of them made some targeted discussions on the future development of Google, and then left.

 Chapter 67： firm confidence

    Chapter 67 Strengthening Confidence


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    "Boss, I have discussed with Netflix, they are only willing to give up 25% of the shares, but the price is 75 million US dollars."


    "25% is 25%. Michael, tomorrow I will ask Wendy to call you the money. But there is one thing, Netflix''s stock is not allowed to be sold without my permission." Maybe he noticed that his tone was a little bit. Being too strict, Guo Shouyun softened a bit, "I have no intention of interfering with your management of Phoenix Capital, but I am very optimistic about the future of Netflix. This stock will be sold at a loss within five to seven years!"


    "Boss, I understand! In fact, the fact that you can come up with this 75 million US dollars is enough to show your support for my investment decision. Moreover, with this capital, the total capital of Phoenix Capital No. 1 Fund has exceeded 100 million US dollars. Great benefit for us to attract venture capital investment!"


    Investment is risky. Compared with those small venture capital companies, of course, large-scale and well-reputed investment companies are more likely to attract clients to hand over their assets to each other for management.


    "It''s all good. . . . Invest in your own control. Also, don''t put all your energy on the Internet, and the technology industry and biopharmaceutical industry can''t relax!"


    "clear!"


    After explaining a few words to Michael Moretz, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    "Having embezzled $75 million from Hanhua Investment Management Company, its remaining capital is only 55 million. Find a way to add more." Guo Shouyun secretly thought.


    Investment opportunities in the United States should not be missed, and investment opportunities in Huaxia certainly should not be missed.


    "In the final analysis, it''s still about money!" After sighing, Guo Shouyun shook his head bitterly, "Rebirth isn''t all good!"


    In the face of investment opportunities all over the place, but suffering from insufficient funds, you can only watch the opportunities flow in front of you. That feeling is like being hungry for three days, and there is a sumptuous Manchu and Han banquet in front of you, but you can only watch and can''t eat it.


    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a sudden knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    With the sound of the door opening and the crisp sound of high heels hitting the ground, Wendy Solo, who was wearing a black professional dress, looked beautiful, yet dignified and intellectual, walked in.


    "Boss, this is the information you want about PayPal!"


    Guo Shouyun took a look at it, and PayPal was on his acquisition list as early as Google. In addition to its market share in third-party payment, Guo Shouyun also coveted the talent pool represented by the famous "PayPal gang" in Silicon Valley in later generations. Originally, he wanted to wait a little longer and wait for PayPal''s talents to gather more together before starting, but Michael Moretz''s investment in PayPal gave him a sense of urgency. Now that he can discover the value of PayPal, others It can also be found that Silicon Valley has never lacked visionary investors.


    "Let Nicholas come in!"


    Wendy Solo nodded, and just as she was about to turn around, Guo Shouyun''s voice suddenly came from behind.


    "Wendy, do you have any plans for the evening?"


    "No!"


    After being stunned for a moment, Wendy Solo shook her head.


    "That''s good! Today is the day of the official release of "Smart: Ghost Recording". If we have nothing to do at night, let''s go to the theater to watch it together." Guo Shouyun invited.


    "OK!"


    Wendy Solo agreed with a hint of joy, then turned around and walked out. Not long after, Qin Zhicheng pushed the door and walked in.


    "Did Juji Company ask?"


    "I''ve already asked, but I haven''t heard back yet!"


    The time is too short, Guo Shouyun can also understand.


    "Look at this information?"


    "You want me to buy it?" Qin Zhicheng said after reading it carefully.


    "That''s right!"


    "No problem. But PayPal just got a VC, and it''s going to be expensive!"


    "It doesn''t matter, I am determined to win!" Guo Shouyun said firmly.


    "Understood! I''ll go down and make arrangements immediately!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "As soon as there is news from Juji Company, notify me immediately."


    "Yes!"


    After Qin Zhicheng left, Guo Shouyun dealt with the work at hand. After seeing that it was almost time, he put on his coat and got off work.


    Taking Wendy Solo downstairs, Guo Shouyun said as he walked, "Let''s find a place to eat first, and then go to the movies."


    Wendy nodded, "The boss''s book "Smart: Ghost Story" has sold nearly 1.5 million copies, and it must be very popular if it is adapted into a movie and put on the screen!"


    "Hehe, I hope it''s what you said!"


    "I''ll drive!"


    "Let me do it! At work, you are a subordinate and I am the boss. When not working, you are a woman and I am a man. Men are always more gentlemen to women!"


    Talking and laughing, Guo Shouyun opened the driver''s door and sat up. Seeing him like this, Wendy was no longer polite.


    "What do you want to eat tonight, I''ll treat you!"


    Guo Shouyun was clearly in a good mood.


    ��Stay back to that French restaurant last time, their steaks are amazing!��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, turned the car and left the parking lot.


    "By the way, the day after tomorrow, you can help me make an appointment with the president of the **** San Francisco branch!" Guo Shouyun said halfway through.


    "****?"


    "Yes, I want to discuss another loan with them!" Guo Shouyun said.


    He has tried his best to control his ambitions and let go of many non-core investment projects. But sometimes, reality forces him to change his plans. This is true of Netflix''s investment, the same is true of PayPal''s investment, and the same is true of Juji.


    Glancing at him, after a moment of hesitation, Wendy said with a serious expression: "Boss, as a subordinate, I know that I have no right to question your decision. But as a friend, I feel it is necessary to remind you!"


    "Okay! You know, I''m not the kind of person who doesn''t listen to advice. If you have anything to say, or if you think I''m doing something wrong, just say it!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "I think you are a little too aggressive in capital operation!" Wendy Solo said solemnly after nodding her head.


    "Come in?"


    "Yes! Your debt combined with bonds and loans has now reached 430 million US dollars! Although you issued 350 million US dollars of ABS bonds with the income of the novel you wrote in the next 10 years, the principal and interest will be repaid in one lump sum after maturity. The US$80 million of Wells Fargo, but need to repay the principal and interest monthly! While LinkedIn, Google, and Matrix can not provide enough income, if you continue to amplify the risk by relying on your writing income alone, I am afraid it will cause unpredictable as a result of!"


    Seeing the worry on Wendy''s pretty face, and grateful for her concern for him, Guo Shou smiled and said with a hint of emotion: "Wendy, my adoptive father often told me something when he was alive: life can have A few backstrokes. It means: There may be few opportunities to fight in one''s life. Now I am young, energetic and have goals. Therefore, I should seize every possible opportunity and try my best to strive for a bigger and more brilliant future for myself. "


    "��On the contrary, if I indulge in what I''ve achieved and everything is going according to plan, maybe I''ll be a billionaire by the time I''m thirty. But I''ll definitely regret it when I look back on it! Regret why I didn''t do it at the time , can''t be more courageous? I should have become Buffett or Bill Gates, or even more powerful and richer than them, the world''s top richest man, and established his own family. But I missed the opportunity because of my own caution?! Every time Thinking of this possibility, I would lose sleep at night because of anxiety. Therefore, no matter how big the risks, the more misunderstandings and ridicule I take, I don''t want to be a few years later because of my ''safety'' and ''little rich'' Be safe and regret it!"


    These stern words were not only for Wendy Solo, but also meant for Guo Shouyun to comfort him. Because, although he knows the future, the future is often the most elusive. If there is a butterfly effect in the future because of his appearance and change, Guo Shouyun''s confidence in the future will be seriously shaken. UU reading www. uukanshu.com


    Therefore, in the face of the risk and pressure of repayment after one��s own debt increases, it is impossible to say that there is no feeling in the heart. Therefore, he can only encourage himself with this kind of impassioned successful chicken soup that is similar to hypnosis.


    Looking at the super-confidence in the eyes of the man in front of him, and the handsome face that seemed to be shining, Wendy Solo couldn''t help but think of the mad believers of medieval Christianity, but the latter believed in God, while the former converted to '' success'' at the feet.


    But I have to admit that the man around him has a unique infectious power that makes people involuntarily believe his words.


    "Wendy, it''s not as bad as you think. Even though I''m heavily indebted now. But I''ll continue to write new books, plus the sales growth of old books, my future royalties will only be There will be more and more. In addition to the income from writing, I also have LinkedIn, Matrix, and Thorn Bird, which will also bring huge income! So you see, I still have a lot of trump cards in my hand!"


    "However, if the financial collapse is too tight, your ability to resist risks will be weakened to the limit!"


    "The world is fair. If you want to develop by leaps and bounds, of course you have to take certain risks. So, let''s go back to what I said just now: ''Life is a rare fight.'' What I want is to let myself remember the past without regrets when I grow old!"


    "Don''t you regret it?"


    Looking at the confusion and sadness on Wendy''s pretty face, "what''s the matter with you?"


    "fine!"


    Wendy quickly shook her head. But a little panic, let Guo Shouyun understand that this personal secretary with a national appearance is also a person with a story. However, he naturally does not like to inquire into other people''s privacy. The other party didn''t say anything, and he didn''t ask any more questions.

 Chapter 68： emergency

    Chapter 68 Emergencies


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    "Okay, here we are!"


    Seeing the restaurant that was already in sight, Guo Shouyun found a parking space and parked the car on the side of the road.


    The latter two had dinner together, chatted a little about business and private affairs, and came to a cinema under AMC at 7 pm.


    Although AMC is a leader in the US cinema industry and has led the multi-screen revolution, from the perspective of Guo Shouyun''s later generations, this cinema in the prosperous area of ??San Francisco is too poor in terms of decoration and service. In China in 2019, any movie theater in a third-tier city was more reasonable and modern in terms of decoration design and moving line planning than here. But it is understandable, after all, the construction of this theater was in the 1990s. The design and service concepts at that time were far from the future.


    In order to maintain her figure, Wendy Solo declined Guo Shouyun''s offer to buy popcorn. Since she didn''t eat it, Guo Shouyun, who had no idea about it, of course didn''t buy it. The two people in the back asked for two bottles of mineral water, found two seats in the rest area, and sat down.


    "Is that a poster designed by the company? It looks very suitable for the atmosphere of "Smart: Ghost Recording"!"


    Wendy pointed to the poster displayed on the roll-up board not far away with great interest and commented.


    Guo Shouyun looked at a man and a woman holding a flashlight in the poster, with panic and fear all over their faces, and a faint ghost appeared in the dark night around them and behind them. This kind of hazy treatment, coupled with the blood dripping movie name in the bottom book of SH newspaper, and the expressions on the faces of the hero and heroine, completely express the gloomy atmosphere of the film vividly and vividly, making people afraid at a glance. In addition to being a little curious, it attracted them to buy tickets to watch!


    "its not bad, right?"


    Hearing this, he turned his head to look at Guo Shouyun''s smiling face, "It wasn''t designed by you, was it?"


    "Of course! As the author of a novel, I naturally know what kind of scene catches readers the most. I almost forgot, it''s the fear and curiosity of the movie audience!"


    In fact, there is one more thing Guo Shouyun didn''t say. He has seen too much about the poster design of later horror movies. With a lot of templates stored in your mind, it''s easy to design a good enough poster.


    "At 19:30, the "Smart: Ghost Story" screening in Hall 3 is about to start. The audience who bought tickets please start checking tickets and enter the venue now...!"


    "Come on, let''s start!"


    Wendy Solo nodded, and as Guo Shouyun stood up, the two walked towards the movie theater together.


    This AMC theater has only five screens, and Hall 3 is not difficult to find. Because Guo Shouyun is used to buying the seats in the back, so this time is the same. The two sat in the last row.


    "I didn''t expect so many people to come!"


    After the lights were dimmed, Wendy couldn''t help being surprised when she saw that the occupancy rate in the theater was close to 60%.


    "Of course! At any rate, my "Smart: Ghost Story" novel has sold 1.54 million copies. As long as half of them can enter the movie theater, then we can recover the cost. The rest of the international market , DVD and videotape sales, and television projections, etc., are all pure earnings.��


    Glancing at him, Wendy smiled happily: "So Matrix Pictures is about to usher in a ''good start''?"


    "You still know ''good start''?"


    "I know more!"


    Wendy wrinkled her nose at Guo Shouyun beautifully. She had shown nobility, elegance, gentleness and intellectuality in front of others. At this time, she actually had a little more tenderness of a girl. This change was quite surprising to Guo Shouyun.


    "Look, the movie has started!"


    Wendy Solo, who was a little uncomfortable in his eyes, said quickly.


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun glanced at her one last time and turned his attention to the big screen. Seeing this, Wendy was also secretly relieved. Recently, she has been learning Chinese by herself, but she doesn''t want Guo Shouyun to know about it yet. What she was thinking about was to give the other party a surprise after she really mastered it.


    Thinking of Guo Shouyun''s jaw-dropping and surprised expression when faced with this situation, Wendy was full of expectations, and her heart burst out with more enthusiasm for learning Chinese.


    As the music remembered, countless small squares suddenly appeared on the screen in the middle of the theater, and then these small squares quickly changed and integrated into a large Rubik''s cube. . This logo is also designed by Guo Shouyun, and it seems to be good so far.


    Next is the list of main creators. Compared with "Smart" 8 years later, both the director and the actors are completely different. However, with more investment and the training of Wen Ziren, a talented horror master, the level of this "Smart: Ghost Recording" has surpassed the version 8 years later in Guo Shouyun''s opinion.


    Soon, the movie begins. The newly married hero and heroine move into their dream country house. The plot was easy at the beginning, but at midnight, when the strange sound came through the loudspeaker and the scene carefully prepared by Wen Ziren was now in front of everyone, no matter who it was, everyone would feel chills and goosebumps.


    Because Guo Shouyun has seen the relationship many times, although Guo Shouyun will follow the movie''s plot to advance some emotional ups and downs, but he does not feel so afraid. But the first time I saw Wendy Solow, I didn''t think so.


    "Um?"


    Guo Shouyun, who suddenly felt strange, looked down and saw that his left hand on the armrest of the seat was suddenly tightly grasped by Wendy''s right hand.


    Looking up and looking at it, sure enough, a pretty face that is absolutely beautiful but full of tension and fear at this time, but still reluctant to leave the screen, appeared in Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    Seeing her like this, Guo Shouyun smiled, but did not make a sound of comfort. She just took the initiative to hold Jiaren''s trembling left hand with her backhand.


    Feeling the sudden warmth and the power coming from it, Wendy froze for a moment, then looked at her tightly held left hand, and then looked at the tall and strong man beside her, an unprecedented sense of security that made her feel safe. She quickly forgot that the previous fear was greatly reduced.


    However, the further the plot of "Smart: Ghost Shadows" advances, the more tense and terrifying the atmosphere is, especially on the 21st night, after the heroine "sleepwalking" went downstairs, the hero chased after him, only to hear the heroine screaming at the man downstairs The protagonist screamed, and then suddenly there was no sound. After a long time, the movie screen suddenly showed a dark staircase. With the sound of stepping on the wooden floor going upstairs more and more clearly, the tense and fearful atmosphere was completely pushed to a climax by this foreshadowing.


    The screams that had been incessant during the screening of the film had reached a peak at this time. Wendy Solo plunged into Guo Shouyun''s arms. However, due to the atmosphere, he didn''t have the happiness that Nephrite Jade Wenxiang was full of at this time.


    Just as Guo Shouyun was staring at the movie screen, a man who was sitting in front of him suddenly fell to the ground.


    "Sir, are you all right?"


    The sudden abnormality and the worried voice attracted the attention of those around him.


    Through the faint light of the mobile phone screen, everyone saw a middle-aged Mexican-American man in his forties wearing a blue and white plaid shirt.


    "I''m a nurse at Culph Hospital. This gentleman should have a heart attack." A young girl in a pink coat said quickly.


    "Is there anything we can help? I''ve already called 9/11." Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    "Please help carry him outside, this gentleman needs CPR!"


    After glancing at him, the young girl said quickly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and greeted the people around him. Everyone carried them to the spacious place in front of them. Watching the young nurse perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation for the other party At this time, hearing the news, the theater staff also turned on the lights in the theater.


    About a minute later, the young female nurse wiped the sweat from her forehead and smiled: "Okay, his breathing has stabilized. Who else has water?"


    "I have it here!"


    Wendy hurriedly handed over the bottle of mineral water she had not finished drinking.


    After the young girl nodded, she took out some cardiac emergency medicine from the patient''s pocket and asked everyone to help the other party to take it.


    About six or seven minutes later, the hospital ambulance also arrived. Everyone helped lift the stable patient up and then dispersed.


    "Bruce, should we go?"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, who was still staring straight at the direction the ambulance was leaving, with a frozen expression on his face, Wendy Solo greeted with a bit of surprise.


    "Wendy, call Buddy immediately and ask him to inform the people in the marketing department that they must all arrive at the company within an hour, and anyone who is not present will be fired immediately!" With a surprised expression, Guo Shouyun quickly ordered.


    Although it''s unclear why Guo Shouyun did this, but looking at his expression, Wendy kept her mouth shut and quickly carried out his order.


    "Come on, let''s go to the airport!"


    "Airport? Now?"


    "Yes, let''s go to Los Angeles!" Guo Shouyun said with excitement in his eyes.


    Looking at him who was full of passion at the moment, Wendy Solo opened her mouth, but she still didn''t say anything.


    Air transportation in the United States is very convenient, plus San Francisco and Los Angeles are not far apart. Guo Shouyun packed a small business jet and took more than an hour to come to the office of Matrix Films in Santa Monica.

 Chapter 69： box office hit

    Chapter 69 Box Office Boom


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    When he arrived, the office area that should have calmed down had become brightly lit. Employees who have been ordered to work overtime are grumbling.


    "The Boss is here!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who strode in, the sharp-eyed person quickly reminded him.


    In an instant, the sound of complaining disappeared completely. Although American imperialism is free, its authority still exists.


    "boss!"


    Buddy Morris hurried up to meet him.


    "Is Kevin Young here?"


    "Just called to ask, on the way. It will be there in about three minutes."


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Wait for him here, and then come to my office together."


    "Yes!"


    Buddy Morris nodded.


    After coming to his office, Guo Shouyun sat down on the sofa in the reception area. Wendy, who knew he liked tea, made a cup of green tea and put it in front of him.


    "Want to know why I suddenly worked overtime?"


    Wendy glanced at him, nodded and guessed, "It has something to do with the heart patient who was watching the movie just now?"


    "Yes, it''s a good way of propaganda that God has given us!"


    Guo Shouyun said with a smile on his face.


    Wendy was just about to continue asking when a knock on the door suddenly rang out.


    "Come in!"


    "Boss, I''m sorry. I''m late!" Kevin Young, who walked in with Buddy Morris, apologized.


    "I know you live far away, that''s okay. Sit down!"


    The two nodded and sat down on the sofa beside Guo Shouyun.


    "Time is running out, and I won''t sell it! Before, when Wendy and I were watching "Smart: Ghost Recording" in the cinema, a middle-aged audience suffered a heart attack!"


    "Heart disease?" Buddy exclaimed.


    "That''s right. Fortunately, there were hospital nurses at the scene, so there was no accident!"


    "That''s good. If there is death because of our film, I''m afraid the Film Association will ban our new film from showing!" Buddy Morris sighed and said.


    Hearing this, Kevin Yang on the side nodded in agreement.


    "This incident almost caused a crisis, but this crisis also gave us a chance!" Guo Shouyun continued after nodding his head.


    "Chance?"


    "That''s right!...Everyone is curious. In most cases, the more you block, the more you can stimulate people''s desire to spy. So...!" Guo Shouyun''s glittering eyes quickly swept across the faces of the two of them. However, "We want to change the previous promotion strategy of "Smart: Ghost Recording"!"


    "��First, Buddy. You immediately contact USA TODAY and the Los Angeles Times to get the front page of their paper tomorrow. No headlines are required, but it has to be prominent on the front page. The content is based on the heart disease viewers just now. As the theme, write a newsletter. It should not be too long, but be sure to add a sentence at the end: ''Audiences with acute heart disease, cerebral thrombosis and other acute diseases should try not to watch "Smart: Ghost Story", if you must watch it , please bring the quick-acting medicine, and be accompanied by friends and family members''. Secondly, immediately send someone to the ''Kalf Hospital'' to express our company''s condolences, ask the patient''s information clearly, and take a few photos, be sure to make sure The authenticity of the newsletter!"


    "clear!"


    "Kevin?"


    "boss!"


    "You immediately lead the design department of the marketing department to redesign a poster. Remember, be sure to write clearly what I just said on the poster: patients with acute diseases such as heart disease and cerebral thrombosis should not watch, or be accompanied by family and friends Watch below."


    "Yes!"


    "In this marketing, we want to convey two cleaning points to the outside world: first, we are a responsible film company. Second, "Smart: Ghost Recording" is an unprecedented horror film!" Guo Shouyun Wei Squinting his eyes, he said with a serious and serious expression.


    Guo Shouyun''s meaning is very simple, and the purpose is very clear. It is to make full use of the curiosity and rebellious psychology in human nature, and use the gimmick of "for your sake" to introduce more audiences into the cinema.


    Under his on-site supervision, all the employees of Matrix Films worked non-stop under his will. After spending nearly $1 million, it managed to get the front pages of USA Today and the Los Angeles Times.


    Founded in 1982, USA Today is the only color national English-language daily folio in the United States. Today, it can keep pace with The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times and has a world-class influence. Published over 2.2 million copies. The "Los Angeles Times" is also the top five large newspapers in the United States, and its influence spreads throughout the United States. Especially at a time when this Internet advertising shock is still in its infancy, the two major newspapers are at the peak of their influence.


    Therefore, the result is also obvious!


    A movie called "Smart: Ghost Recording", because of the horror of the plot, the news that the audience suffered a heart attack and was hospitalized quickly spread all over the United States.


    Whether it��s whether you like watching horror movies or not, out of curiosity, or wanting to prove your courage in front of your girlfriend, and many other reasons, on the second day of the movie��s release, a large number of audiences were greeted by ��Smart: It happened to be Saturday again, so almost every theater where it was screened reached an occupancy rate of over 90%.


    With the spread of word of mouth and the fermentation of heart disease, as well as the continuous online publicity offensive of Matrix Films under the supervision of Guo Shouyun. Especially under the exposure of LinkedIn news and Google��s daily hot headlines, tens of millions of hits made the attention of ��Smart: Ghost Recording�� soared geometrically.


    On Sunday, there was a situation where it was hard to find a ticket. This is an almost impossible achievement for a horror film.


    The cinema is the most realistic group, and they will never let their interests slip away from their own hands. Therefore, on the fourth day, "Smart: Ghost Recording", which originally only had more than 900 screens, quickly increased to 1,500 yuan, and a week later, it increased to 2,300 yuan. The multiplied screen has allowed "Smart: Ghost Recording" to have an explosive growth at the box office. With $28.56 million in the first week, the DreamWorks blockbuster "Gladiator", which had been released for two weeks, was successfully beheaded, occupying the top spot in the weekly box office.


    A low-budget horror film with production and promotion and an investment of less than 5 million US dollars has actually become a star in the film market in late August! This result not only surprised Hollywood, but also successfully formed a big topic in American society.


    Just when the big and small film review sites were commenting on "Smart: Ghost Story". The front page of The New York Times ran "Modern American Dream, 19-Year-Old Billionaire! " review article.


    The content examples include Guo Shouyun''s academic achievements from childhood to adulthood, as well as a three-degree high degree from Stanford University. And later he founded LinkedIn, created Matrix, and wrote "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them", "Fifty Shades of Grey", "National Treasure", "Smart: Ghost Stories" and "The Hangover". The success of the series of best-selling novels. The rave reviews in the comments, combined with the fame Guo has built over months of publishing his novels, and the fortune appeal of the 19-year-old billionaire, succeeded in making him an instant hit with the story.


    With a high degree of education, handsome appearance, amazing talent, nineteen-year-old age, and a net worth of hundreds of millions, Guo Shouyun has become the best interpretation of the ''American Dream''. At the same time, he also has all the conditions to become an idol, so in less than a month, Guo Shouyun''s blog attention has grown from less than 500,000 at the beginning to 2.8 million, and it is still increasing every week. Numbers around 100,000 are rising.


    Because Guo Shouyun''s blog is a new program that LinkedIn has just developed and launched for about two months. Therefore, this accident directly caused the registration volume of LinkedIn blogs to be less than one million at the beginning, and increased to the level of 4.5 million registered members. Although most of them are brainless female fans who have been fascinated by Guo Shouyun after watching "Fifty Shades of Grey". But this did not prevent LinkedIn Blog from coming to the top, becoming the third largest blogging site in the United States after the "Huffington Post" and "TMZ".


    Of course, LinkedIn will inevitably benefit from Guo Shouyun''s fame. In early September, it achieved the goal of 10 million registered members two months ahead of schedule.


    With the "New York Times" report, Guo Shouyun was really exposed to the American public. Overnight, Guo Shouyun seemed to have become a ''hot and spicy chicken'' in the United States, and his desk was almost full of invitations for interviews.


    "If it weren''t for the wrong time, it would be nice to take the opportunity to become famous!"


    After the thought fell, Guo Shouyun threw the document in his hand, "Wendy Please refuse all these invitations!"


    "No all? No on Saturday Live Night too?"


    Saturday Live Night is a short-category variety show launched by the National Broadcasting Corporation, or NBC for short. Of course, the ratings are also extremely amazing, ranking seventh in the United States, with a solid audience base. If Guo Shouyun participates, he will undoubtedly be able to further expand his popularity and influence through its platform.


    Unfortunately, he doesn''t need it now.


    "Wendy, I don''t want to be famous that much. If I have a choice, I would prefer that few people know me after I go out, instead of now, there are several pairs of eyes staring at you everywhere!" Guo Shouyun spread his hands and said.


    "Okay. But Boss, you really don''t think like a nineteen-year-old!"


    "Wendy, age is not a criterion for judging a person''s character!"


    The latter nodded, took out a document from his own folder and put it in front of Guo Shouyun, "This is the second week''s box office of "Smart: Ghost Story"!"


    "34.89 million?"


    "Yes. Two weeks after its release, "Smart: Ghost Story" has accumulated a box office of 60.45 million, which is not inferior to many blockbusters that have invested more than 100 million yuan! Boss, wait for the film to be drawn, all Hollywood film companies will be envious Us!" Wendy said with excitement and admiration for the man in front of her.


    "Of course they want to be envious. The investment and publicity of 4.9 million has resulted in a global box office of at least US$200 million. In the entire history of Hollywood films, apart from last year''s "Blair Witch", I am afraid there is no second film that can match." Although early As expected, Guo Shouyun will still be happy and proud when the real results are in front of him.

 Chapter 70： A thorn bird supported by 1 person

    Chapter 70 The thorn bird propped up by one person


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    "By the way, is my flight booked?"


    "Booked! Fly to New York at 10 am tomorrow!"


    "That''s good!"


    "Boss, do you really need me to go with you?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "With the box office explosion of "Smart: Ghost Story", the attitude of **** will definitely loosen, you have to stay and help me watch! This short-term loan worth 120 million US dollars is related to the next development of the matrix. The key must be determined as soon as possible.��


    "clear!"


    Although somewhat disappointed, Wendy Solo also understood the importance of this loan, so she nodded solemnly.


    "By the way, is the "Counter-Strike" of Valve Studios listed?"


    "It went on sale on August 28, and it''s been a week now!" Wendy nodded and said.


    "How''s it going?"


    "Very ideal. No, it should be said that you have acquired a treasure, boss!" Wendy''s expression was filled with excitement, "According to the data fed back from Gabe Newell, within a week, the sales of counter-strike genuine CDs exceeded 180,000 copies, and it is still rising rapidly. According to this trend, it will definitely exceed 3 million copies by the end of the year!"


    "Three million copies, based on the price of a genuine game CD of $60, is a revenue of $180 million. After deducting channels, costs and advertising, Valve can get about 45%, which is 81 million, and then deduct the enterprise. Income tax and some local surcharges, we still have $50 million left! Compared to the previous investment of 15 million, we really made a big profit!��


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    Having said that, he doesn''t believe that the famous and enduring Counter-Strike in his previous life has only sold 3 million copies.


    "Boss, your investment vision is as accurate as ever!" Wendy Solo''s eyes revealed a hint of admiration.


    The gaze of the beautiful secretary undoubtedly made Guo Shouyun extremely useful. Of course, he didn''t forget what he had to say.


    "Besides negotiating the loan with ****, you can do one more thing for me!"


    "Please tell the boss!"


    "The New York Times report completely exposed me to others. In order to avoid being harassed by the outside world, while also protecting my privacy and safety, you should find a trusted bodyguard for me. He must have special forces. He is proficient in the use of various weapons, and has his own family. He has no bad records during the service, no history of smoking or drinking. In a word, I don''t mind spending money, but I need loyal, reliable and capable people. Bodyguard!" Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    Originally, he didn''t need to be so anxious. He could wait for Hua Lei to finish the housework before taking him with him. But the New York Times report completely disrupted his original plan, and Guo Shouyun had to prepare in advance.


    Although American society is not as chaotic as it was ten years later, Guo Shouyun doesn''t want to risk his own life to try the one percent chance.


    "Understood, do you want to prepare a few more candidates for you?"


    "Can!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, of course he didn''t mind having more objects to consider.


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    New York, the largest metropolitan area in the United States, is the center of the world economy. Guo Shouyun is not the first time here. However, he used to participate in competitions or travel for the purpose of traveling, but this time he came with the goal of ''drawing from the bottom of the pot''. Of course, before that, as the boss of ''Thorn Bird'', he has to take a look at his company.


    "Bruce?"


    Carrying luggage out of the airport exit, he soon found Christopher Ritter in the crowd who came to greet him.


    "Bruce Guo?!"


    Just as Guo Shouyun was about to walk over, a joyful, almost cheering voice sounded in his ears. Before he could calm down, he saw five or six girls around fifteen or sixteen ''hula'' all around him.


    "Bruce, I''m a loyal fan of your Fifty Shades of Grey, sign me!"


    "And me, I''ve watched Fifty Shades of Grey five times."


    "Bruce, you are so handsome. Do you have a girlfriend, think about me?"


    Although being worshipped by beautiful little girls is a very good thing, when he is surrounded by a lot of little girls, he feels more like torturing himself.


    Guo Shouyun''s brain will be blasted by these outgoing girls!


    Seeing that the people around him were gathering more and more, Guo Shouyun hurriedly took the pen that he didn''t know who handed it over, and then quickly left a few of his own signatures on their small notebooks, saying, "Thank you for your support." , Goodbye, and fled with luggage. It wasn''t until I got into Christopher''s car, cut off the sight of the outside world, and left the airport that I was relieved.


    "horrible!"


    Glancing at him, Christopher couldn''t help laughing and said, "How come to you for something that others can''t ask for? It feels like a life-and-death escape?"


    "It''s someone else''s business that others like it. For me, being famous is really not something to be happy about!" Perhaps it has something to do with his liking for writing. Guo Shouyun likes to be quiet. When there are too many people, he has an inexplicable sense of anxiety in his heart.


    "You''re not quite used to it at first, but it will be fine after a while!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly. Because of the education and living conditions he received in his previous life, as well as the influence of Chinese traditional culture for two thousand years, living under the limelight is not his pursuit, but hiding behind the scenes and controlling the overall situation is his ideal state. However, he did not intend to say this to Christopher. There are fundamental ideological differences between the two sides, and the more he talks, the bigger the difference.


    "By the way, how''s the talk with Milu Publishing House?"


    Guo Shouyun changed the subject.


    "Merrill Lynch is very capable, and I called yesterday to tell me that the other party agreed to sign! The acquisition amounted to 25 million US dollars, and we acquired all the assets of Milu Publishing House, including their 137 in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. Bookstore, copyright of 27,823 sets (volumes) of books!��


    "How is the company''s revenue now?" Guo Shouyun asked after nodding his head.


    "Fantastic! So far your Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them have sold 9.17 million copies, Pirates of the Caribbean 7.56 million copies, National Treasure 3.87 million copies, Animated: Ghost Stories 187 10,000 copies, and thanks to the influence of the film, the sales volume has grown rapidly recently. "The Hangover" also sells well because of its humor and light-hearted content. It has accumulated sales of 1.18 million copies in 4 weeks. Of course, the most profitable It''s Fifty Shades of Grey, 10.45 million copies sold in 14 weeks, and it''s still selling at an astonishing rate, Bruce, I''m so wrong about this book. It''s selling incredible. I''ve never I''ve never seen that book sell so well. Rowling''s Harry Potter wasn''t as popular when it came out!"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but smile when he saw the surprise in his expression and the unbelievable Christopher. The sales volume of "Fifty Shades of Grey" in the next two years is 40 million sets, and where is it now? However, Guo Shouyun was a little surprised that "Pirates of the Caribbean" sold so well, but thinking about the popularity of the movie, everything is not difficult to understand.


    "I''m proud of the hot sales of your books. No, it should be an explosion. The total revenue of Thorn Bird Publishing Company has exceeded 1.2 billion US dollars in the past four months since its establishment. After deducting your royalties, channels, printing Costs, logistics costs, etc., Thornbird can get 18% of the gross profit, which is about 220 million US dollars. After deducting corporate income tax and some state surcharges, there is still 130 million US dollars left. So the acquisition of Milu Press is enough! In addition, Rowling''s "Harry Potter" fifth has been written, the layout and binding have been completed, and it will be published soon. By the end of the year, Thornbird''s net profit will definitely increase by another 200 million US dollars. If all goes according to plan, we will surpass Harbor Collins and be in the top 10 in 2000 profits!"


    The bright prospects made Christopher extremely excited. When he agreed to Guo Shouyun to join the Thorn Bird, although he thought that he would make money, he did not expect to create such a dazzling result in such a short period of time. With a 25% stake, as long as the revenue of Thorn Bird Publishing Company can be stabilized for a few more years, and the company goes public, he will be a billionaire without a doubt.


    Of course, UU reading www.uukanshu. If com wants to achieve this goal, the key is to rely on the cash cow around him - Bruce Guo. As The New York Times said in a previous report, he alone supported a world-class publishing house. This huge energy shocked Christopher Ritter, and he was willing to give everything he had to hug this thigh that was destined to grow thicker and thicker.


    "Now that you have money, in addition to expanding the company''s sales channels and copyright library, you can''t ignore the development of new authors. If Thorn Bird wants to become an influential publishing giant in the industry, you can''t just rely on me and Rowling!"


    "Don''t worry, Bruce. I''m not one to sleep on your credits!"


    "That''s good!" Guo Shouyun smiled and glanced at Christopher beside him, "What did you think about what I told you before?"


    "Bruce, do you have to invest all of it? After all, the development of the company also needs funds!" Christopher hesitated.


    "The company''s development funds, even the funds for mergers and acquisitions, employee benefits and wages, printing costs, etc., can be met with short-term commercial loans. I believe that with the revenue data of Thornbird, it is not difficult to get a loan! And The rate of return obtained by taking out the funds of our actual revenue to make an asset management plan is definitely higher than that of putting it in the bank or buying short-term government bonds.��


    "Of course I understand that the company''s revenue needs to be invested reasonably, but if you don''t keep some cash, in case of an emergency...!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted him, "Christopher, I understand your concern, I won''t use all of this money to make high-risk investments. Besides, who said we don''t have cash? Now we have to enter our accounts every week. Tens of millions! Moreover, I will bring a steady stream of new works to the company.��

 Chapter 71： Bruce Story

    Chapter 71 Bruce Story Club


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    "You have a new book?"


    Christopher''s eyes lit up instantly.


    "Christopher, I found that you have the potential to be a wizard, you can pinch it!"


    Facing the ridicule, Christopher couldn''t help rolling his eyes, "I''ve known you for almost half a year. If I don''t know how often you write, then my publishing agent for the past 20 years has really been in vain!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, and took out two stacks of manuscripts from his briefcase.


    "Just finished it the day before yesterday!"


    "Bruce Story? Show me!" Christopher said impatiently.


    Now Guo Shouyun''s new book means a steady stream of money, no wonder he is so anxious.


    "Wait until the company, you are still driving, I don''t want to die young!" Guo Shouyun put away the manuscript again.


    Christopher, who is infinitely curious about his new book, is like a child who cannot get candy, but he is helpless in the face of Guo Shouyun''s determination. In order to relieve the hunger and thirst in his heart, the accelerator under his feet doubled in an instant, and he drove towards the place where the Bramble Bird office was located. Of course, when he came downstairs, he was also given numerous tickets for running a red light. But Christopher doesn''t care about that anymore.


    "Bruce Story, the first Finding Nemo?"


    Although he was taught a lesson by Guo Shouyun''s magical sound while driving, he was inevitably depressed. But when he saw the manuscript, Christopher instantly became happy.


    Because of the dizziness after racing, Guo Shouyun, who was a little light on his feet, regretted why he didn''t give him the manuscript directly at that time?


    "Finding Nemo" and "Where''s Dolly Going" are divided into two volumes, "Finding Nemo" and "Where''s Dolly Going", mainly aimed at the children''s publishing market!" Guo Shouyun covered his head, his tone was a little weak, he still hasn''t slowed down Come on.


    "Excellent, Bruce! So, Rowling''s Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is ??coming out, plus your Finding Nemo, how about a book signing for you in New York?"


    "A signing party?"


    Guo Shouyun was startled.


    "That''s right! First New York, then Boston, HSD, Chicago, San Francisco and Los Angeles, and finally London, Paris, Berlin, etc. With the fame and influence of your work and Rowling, it will definitely be a sensation. When the time comes, your new book will be a hit. Listed, sales are absolutely hot!"


    The more he thought about it, the more he felt that the idea was reliable, the more excited Christopher looked.


    Guo Shouyun, who had a flash of thought in his eyes, nodded, "The signing party is a good idea, but I only participate in the New York station!"


    "Only New York, why?"


    "Christopher, I''m not just a writer. There''s a lot of stuff on LinkedIn and Matrix for me to handle!"


    Once reminded, Christopher remembered that the man sitting in front of him was not only a best-selling author, but also an authentic businessman.


    "Bruce, can''t you squeeze some more time out? If this signing will be successful, it can really make your popularity and influence world-class!" Although he knows the reason, Christopher still doesn''t want to give up, this is not only related to Guo Shouyun''s interests are also related to the revenue of Thorn Bird Publishing House. Of course, the core is his interests.


    "Christopher, you should remember that I said that I don''t like life under the spotlight! Being famous is not all good for me!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    Looking at his serious expression, Christopher knew that the other party would not change his mind.


    "Okay, okay! If you don''t want to, then forget it. But you must attend the New York station!"


    Whether it was out of interest or the feelings of his friends, he would never really go against Guo Shouyun''s decision.


    "Of course, I haven''t seen Rowling for a long time, I still miss her!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun pointed out, "Neal should be on vacation, right?"


    "Neil?" Christopher nodded. "The University of Exeter is on summer vacation, so naturally his teacher will be fine. Now he''s on vacation in Spain with Rowling!"


    "That''s it!" After nodding, Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed with light, "Christopher, when you invited Rowling, let Neil say by the way, I invited them to come to New York for vacation with Jessica. In addition, as I said, I But to be Jessica''s godfather!"


    "Okay, they''re fine now anyway!"


    Christopher didn''t think much, and agreed.


    After noticing Christopher''s eyes firmly glued to the "Finding Nemo" manuscript, Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly and stood up.


    "I''m going to the hotel to check in. After reading it, remember to write your revision comments on it."


    Christopher nodded, "Rooms 312, 327, and 305 of the Plaza Hotel, according to your request, the first two rooms are facing each other! The key card is placed at the front desk of the company, and you can get it when you leave."


    "What do I want?"


    "It''s all in the foreground, but are you sure Molly likes Beckham''s signed jersey?"


    "Of course Molly doesn''t like it, but her brother is a big fan of Beckham!"


    In addition to visiting the Thorn Bird Publishing Company this time, another very important purpose of coming to New York is to meet Molly Bevin and her younger brother who will soon come to Columbia University as an exchange student for one year.


    Although I only met Molly Bevan a few times when I was in the UK in June, I didn''t talk much. But since then, he has been chatting with each other by email or ICQ almost every night. After more than three months of online communication, the two basically have a deep understanding of each other. When he came to New York this time, Guo Shouyun made up his mind to win this cool, pure, classical and intellectual stunning beauty!


    ��


    "Sister, what does my brother-in-law look like?"


    A handsome man wearing a black casual T-shirt, a peaked cap, and some punk style asked with a smile to the holy and beautiful girl sitting next to him like a white lotus.


    "Don''t talk nonsense!"


    Molly Bevan''s pretty face blushed slightly, and her big pretty eyes glared fiercely at the younger brother who was not right beside him. Although the two are brothers and sisters, their personalities are very different. Molly Bevin is cold, quiet, and even a little arrogant. But Al Bevan, the younger brother, is a typical optimist, enthusiastic, outgoing, carefree, and doesn''t take anything to heart.


    "What nonsense? I''ve seen his email with you...!" Al Bevan, who realized that he was leaking, stopped quickly, but the words he said helplessly were like spilled water, and he couldn''t take it back.


    "Al, you peeked at my mailbox again!"


    Al Bevan, who has been used to being naughty since he was a child, is most afraid of his sister, so after seeing Molly''s anger, he shrank his neck and muttered: "Who told you not to turn off the computer, I''m just curious That''s it!"


    "you��!"


    "Hello, my name is Cross, can you lend me this copy of "The Hangover"?"


    Just when Molly Bevan was about to teach her unreliable younger brother a lesson, a young man in a blue suit and gold glasses came over.


    Looking at this guy who used the borrowing book as an excuse to start a conversation with his sister, Al Bevin''s eyes were full of schadenfreude. From childhood to adulthood, he has seen this situation too much. However, considering that his appearance can be regarded as helping himself and exempting the old sister from a lesson, Al Bevan reluctantly does not become a saboteur.


    "Can!"


    Molly Bevan nodded, and handed the book over.


    "Thank you! Can you leave a phone call? I''ll give it back to you after I finish reading it!" After the man got the book, he didn''t leave immediately.


    "No! I''ve finished reading this book. Besides, we''ll be getting on the plane soon, so it''s for you!" Molly Bevan said indifferently.


    "How can this be possible? Anyway, I am also an MBA from Oxford Business School and a fund manager of Bahrain Asset Management Group. How can I not pay back what I have borrowed!" The young man with a smile on his face and a gentle tone revealed himself without trace. Background of successful people.


    Hearing this , Al Bevin pouted and sentenced this guy to death. The most annoying thing about my old sister is this kind of guy who cheats girls on the basis of his family background.


    "In that case, for the sake of your moral standards, leave this book with me. Fortunately, it is sold in many bookstores in the UK. If you want to read it, there is a sales point next to the airport lounge. You can Go buy one!"


    When the words fell, Molly Bevin took the book back from the other party''s hand when the other party was stunned, got up and greeted Al Bevan next to him, and walked towards the boarding gate.


    "Hey, for the sake of helping me out, I''ll tell you that my sister is not comparable to the girls who are always around you who are attracted to banknotes!"


    "Al Bevan, if you''re too long-winded, go to New York by yourself!"


    "Uh, here we come!"


    Looking at his empty left hand, and then at the distant backs of his sister and brother, a playful smile appeared on the young man''s face.


    "Oliver, the appearance and temperament of that girl just now are the only ones I have ever seen in my life!"


    A man in a black suit appeared behind Oliver Baring.


    Glancing at his friend, he smiled lightly, "Al Bevan, help me look up this name, I need all the information on him and his family members."


    "No problem, give me a week, and I will definitely give you good news when you come back from Holland!"


    "David, if things work out! I won''t forget your help!"


    The man named David smiled, "You helped me with the loan from ING Bank, I will never forget this kindness!"


    Oliver Baring nodded with a smile, "It''s almost time for my flight, thank you for coming to see me off, it''s time for me to go!"


    "goodbye!"

 Chapter 72： and tell the truth

    Chapter seventy-two


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    "Finding of "Finding Nemo" has been completed. Take a look. If there is still something you are not satisfied with, I will let them modify it!"


    After taking the laptop in Christopher''s hand, Guo Shouyun returned it after taking a look.


    "Not bad, that''s all!"


    "Since you agree, then I will send it to the printing house for them to do it?"


    "Um!"


    "By the way, how much do you think the first edition is suitable for?"


    "You are a professional, you decide!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun pointed to the sofa opposite, "Sit down, I have something to ask you!"


    "Ask me? What''s the matter?"


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun said seriously: "Christopher, did Rowling sell the film rights of the first four books of Harry Potter to David Heiman''s Heiman Films?"


    "That''s right! I handled this matter. In June 1997, it was bought out for ��1 million!" Christopher nodded and said.


    "Christopher, don''t you think a million pounds is unfair to Rowling? With the current state of "Harry Potter" selling all over the world, she should get a share of the movie box office!"


    "Now that ��1 million is a bit low. But in 1997, Rowling''s book just came out, who knows what will happen next. Also, whether a movie based on a best-selling novel can achieve a correspondingly high box office is never an absolute matter." Bonfire of the Vanity, Eyes Wide Shut, The Scarlet Letter, etc., there are as many failures as successes.��


    "You''re right, but I think Rowling''s "Harry Potter" has a great chance of success!" Guo Shouyun affirmed.


    "It''s even better if this is the case. The success of the film will bring a decisive increase in Rowling''s popularity and influence. Moreover, it can also increase the sales of "Harry Potter" books by at least 10%...!" What came to mind Christopher stopped abruptly, he was not a fool, but rather shrewd. From Guo Shouyun''s repeated mention of the "Harry Potter" movie copyright, he guessed a certain possibility.


    "Bruce, don''t you mean...?"


    "It''s just what you think. I also liked the movie adaptation rights of Rowling''s "Harry Potter"!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively, looking at his wide eyes and surprised expression.


    "I should have thought that, you guy never expresses his opinion on things that have nothing to do with him!" Christopher smiled wryly.


    "Christopher, I''m sure you also know Matrix Pictures. The movie adaptation of "Smart: Ghost Recording" has been quite successful, and it has already earned $85.69 million at the box office in three weeks. After a two-month delay, it will definitely exceed 100 million! Compared with the total investment of less than 5 million US dollars, the return on investment of Matrix Films on "Smart: Ghost Story" is more than 20 times! Therefore, we have enough strength and ability to make good movies."


    "Bruce, if that''s the case, why don''t you keep changing your novels? Now, you hold a huge amount of movie adaptation rights for best-selling books!"


    "Of course my book needs to be adapted, but I don''t need to worry about things that I can decide 100% of the time. There is still time. But Rowling''s "Harry Potter" is not necessarily."


    Looking at his calm expression, Christopher, who already knew Guo Shouyun''s character and behavior, understood that the person in front of him had already made up his mind.


    "Now the first Harry Potter film, "Harry Potter and the Philosopher''s Stone" has been filmed in the UK for almost two months under the joint direction of Time Warner and Heiman Pictures. Spent at least $10 million on this movie. If you intervene in the middle, you will undoubtedly offend both parties. Moreover, according to the licensing contract signed at the beginning, the liquidated damages procedure is statutory, which means that once Rowling defaults, the At the same time as the $10 million must be paid, 30% of the compensation must be paid! That is $13 million! Moreover, this does not rule out unexpected factors such as Warner and Heiman Pictures deliberately exaggerating losses and increasing the amount of liquidated damages...!"


    "Christopher, these were all considered when I decided to win the rights to adapt the "Harry Potter" movie." Guo Shouyun interrupted, "Besides, what about $13 million, or even higher? I I have enough money ready, without Rowling paying a penny. Plus, if Warners and Heiman want to play tricks, I''ll hire the best business law firm in the country to fight them for me. Haha The film rights to Leigh Porter, I''m... set!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s firm expression, Christopher spread his hands, "Okay, what do you need me to do? I think you''ve told me so much, and you won''t just ask my opinion!"


    "Smart! ... I hope you can help me convince Rowling!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile and a firm tone.


    Christopher nodded with an expression I knew would be. However, guessing, guessing, who was tied to Guo Shouyun''s interests, he agreed without even thinking about it.


    "No problem for you. But there is one person who has more influence on Rowling than me!"


    "Neil Murray!"


    A gleam of light flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    "That''s right! They''re getting married next year, and you must know that."


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Rowling told me about it last week, but their wedding date and location have not been decided yet."


    "A husband has more influence over his wife than our friends. As long as Neil promises to help, plus your relationship with Rowling...!" At this point, Christopher Ritter suddenly stopped, thinking of something, he suddenly He raised his head and stared at the young man who was always calm, "Last time in Exeter, you insisted on giving Neil Murray 5% of the shares of ''Thornbird'', probably for now. Bar?"


    "Would you believe me if I said not?" Guo Shouyun smiled slightly. Now with the best-selling series of his novels, the development prospect of Thorn Bird Publishing Company is bright, Christopher''s interests have been tied to him, so many things do not need to be deliberately concealed.


    "I don''t believe it!" Looking at Guo Shouyun''s unfathomable eyes like a deep pool, Christopher slowly shook his head, and there was a touch of thought in his eyes.


    ����When you gave up your American publishing agent to find me in London, it wasn��t just because you wrote a Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find me, or a fan of Harry Potter, but for now. But is Rowling''s Harry Potter really worth the effort and cost?"


    The shrewd Christopher quickly figured out what happened before and after, and restored the essence of the matter.


    "Christopher, you think too much. I''m not as deliberate as you said!" Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head.


    "Well, maybe I really think too much!"


    Christopher took a deep look at the young man across from him, smiled, and didn''t ask any further questions. It''s enough to understand some things, and it''s not good for everyone to say it.


    "Now the performance of ''Thornbird'' publishing company, as well as the development prospects. The value of 5% of the original stock is more than 10 million US dollars. And it will be further improved as the company grows. Neil Murray took such a big advantage, Of course he will help you with all his heart! Coupled with your relationship with Rowling, as long as you are better than Warner and Heiman in terms of cooperating with her, it will be almost no problem to persuade Rowling. However, Warner is a Hollywood giant, so offend They, are you sure it won''t set obstacles to the development of Matrix Films?"


    "Working with Rowling, I''ll give her 5% of the total box office. As for Warners, the Nasdaq crisis and the collapse of AOL are enough to keep them busy. If they''re going to get in the way of Matrix, I I don''t mind having a public showdown with them. Hollywood is deep, but it''s still a place to chase capital. As long as there is money to be made, the names of Morgan and Rockefeller may not be useful, let alone a Time Warner. And , I''m not just the boss of a film company, I won''t be easily manipulated by them!"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, "...Besides, I don''t want to have a showdown with Warner. If they want, I don''t mind working with them on the "Harry Potter" project! Besides, do you think it is a "Harry Potter" is more valuable, or is "Harry Potter" plus "Pirates of the Caribbean" more valuable than "National Treasure"?"


    "The latter, of course. But are you going to work with Warners?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    In fact, he still hopes to cooperate with Warner. After all, the current matrix film industry has no experience in producing and distributing blockbusters. Even if the copyright of "Harry Potter" is taken down, how to shoot is a problem.


    "It seems that you have really thought about this matter. Since that''s the case, I won''t say more If you need my help, just speak up!" Christopher Ritter directly.


    Whether it is out of interest or friendship, supporting Guo Shouyun is his most realistic and only choice.


    "Thank you, Christopher!"


    "If you really want to thank me, try to write a few more novels before the end of the year!"


    "Of course there''s nothing wrong with writing the book. But I have something else I want to discuss with you!"


    "What? It''s not about Rowling, is it?"


    "Of course not. This time it''s us!"


    "Ourselves?" Christopher Ritter asked in surprise.


    "That''s right!... The Thorn Bird Publishing Company is developing very fast, but it is impossible for us to have both the global market in at least three years. In order to ensure the interests, I think we should separately plan those countries with imperfect copyright laws, and sell books in the book sales. Let''s cooperate with local publishers! Otherwise, by the time our sales network is laid there, the pirate market will have already eaten up the interests that should belong to us."


    It is also related to his own interests, Christopher''s face shows a hint of thought, after a while, "You are right, I will deal with this matter immediately!"


    "I don''t worry about your work." Guo Shouyun stood up after that, "Okay, I''ve finished what I have to say. It''s almost time, I should pick up Molly!"


    "Shall I go with you?"


    "No, you were too annoying when I was making out with Molly!"


    "Okay, then I won''t bother you with your love affairs!" Christopher Ritter rolled his eyes.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t care either. After raising his right hand and waving at him casually, Guo Shouyun turned and left Christopher''s office.

 Chapter 73： bevan siblings

    Chapter 73: Sister Bevin


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    When they came downstairs, a middle-aged man in a black suit quickly greeted him.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo, I''m Wells Paul from Hertz, we have your car ready for you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, raised his hand and pointed to the red Ferrari convertible parked on the side of the road.


    "Is that it?"


    "Yes! At your request, we have selected this Ferrari 550 for you, the latest Ferrari to present at the Paris Motor Show this year. And to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Ferrari bodybuilder and designer Pininfarina There are only 448 cars in the world! From now on, this car worth more than one million will belong to you in half a month!��


    Looking at the car keys handed over by the other party, Guo Shouyun, who had long planned to try to drive a sports car, did not refuse.


    "By the way, drive the black Mercedes next to you and follow me!"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the black Mercedes-Benz sedan that was parked downstairs and belonged to the office vehicle of the ''Thorn Bird Publishing Company''.


    "Okay, sir!"


    After taking the car keys handed over by Guo Shouyun, Wells Paul faithfully fulfilled his responsibilities.


    Guo Shouyun once saw a lot of scenes in Hollywood movies in which the hero and heroine drove a sports car on the road. Guo Shouyun was once very envious. Now I have the opportunity to try it myself, although it does feel good, but after the initial freshness has passed, I feel that it is not as comfortable as the Mercedes-Benz I usually drive. Of course, this may have something to do with the lack of speed in the New York City area.


    The distance from New York City to JFK is not that close, and certainly not that far. A little over an hour is enough. Arriving at the airport, after spending a little tip to send Wells Paul away, Guo Shouyun found the exit corresponding to the flight and waited.


    About 30 minutes later, Guo Shouyun''s expression became hopeful when he heard the sound of the plane coming in.


    "Sister, is he coming back to pick us up?"


    "Should come!"


    Molly Bevan is a little unsure.


    Looking at her, Al Bevan said firmly: "As your dearest brother, this time I must take care of myself for you. I must not let those wicked guys deceive my silly sister. !"


    Molly Bevan, who was nothing at the beginning, sank instantly when she heard the back.


    "Al, who are you calling stupid?"


    "Ah, I was wrong!"


    Looking at the old sister''s indifferent eyes, Al Bevan trembled in his heart, and quickly begged for mercy.


    "Molly, here...!"


    Just when she was about to teach this arrogant younger brother a lesson, a familiar voice suddenly came from her ear. Molly Bevan was shocked, and after subconsciously putting down her raised arm, she quickly turned her head to look in the direction from which the voice came.


    Outside the yellow line at the airport, a tall and fit man was wearing a dark blue jacket, lined with a white T-shirt, dark brown cropped trousers, white sneakers on his feet, and a black sun hat on his head. The man he couldn''t stop waving came into view. Looking at the familiar face of the other party, as well as the smile on the handsome face, Molly Bevan instantly felt a strange impulse in her heart.


    "Is he that Bruce Guo?"


    Al Bevan touched his chin with his right hand and looked at it for a moment, then nodded slightly, "At least he looks pretty good, it''s only a little worse than this young master!"


    While Molly Bevan was looking at Guo Shouyun, he was also looking at the beauty he hadn''t seen for more than three months.


    A blue-and-white striped shirt over a white vest set off Molly Bevin''s slender waist and just right breasts, and a pair of loose light blue cropped trousers on the lower body, making a pair of beautiful legs more slender; at the feet are a pair of brown retro Ms. Feng''s half-heeled leather shoes are the same as Guo Shouyun''s casual dress. In addition, coupled with the fluffy black hair tied at the back of the head, as well as delicate and beautiful facial features, a slender pink neck and fair slender hands, just like when they first met, Molly Bevan always gives Guo Shouyun felt his heart beating faster. Moreover, the pair of familiar ruby ??earrings on her ears made him even more happy.


    Therefore, under the impulse, before the other party had time to speak, Guo Shouyun had already opened his arms and hugged the other party tightly into his arms impatiently.


    "Molly, I haven''t seen you in three months, I miss you so much!"


    The warm confession from her ear made Molly Bevan blushed.


    "Let go, El is still there!"


    The beauty was a little embarrassed, so Guo Shouyun''s eyes shifted to the young man next to him, who was about the same height as him, with a slightly slender body and some East Asian features in his appearance.


    "Are you Al Bevan? Hello, my name is Bruce Guo, your sister''s boyfriend!" Guo Shouyun stretched out his right hand towards the other party confidently and generously. And unceremoniously put the three words ''boyfriend'' on his head.


    Glancing at her elder sister, who was slightly angry but didn''t speak out against her, Al Bevan couldn''t help but scrutinize the man in front of him who looked about the same age as him, but had a more stable and mature temperament. Judging from the current situation, the other party really has a great possibility to become his brother-in-law. After all, after so many years, this is the first boyfriend who can make a proud and picky sister acquiesce.


    "Al Bevan, nice to meet you. Plus, you''re the first person who dares to call my sister her boyfriend without being sarcastic and sarcastic!"


    "Al!! Don''t talk nonsense!"


    Seeing Liu Mei upside-down, despising her old sister who ruined her perfect reputation, Al Bevan shrugged and didn''t speak any more.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and took the luggage from Molly Bevin''s hand, "Let''s go, the car is outside, the hotel has been booked, I''ll take you there!"


    While talking, Guo Shouyun took out a large toad mirror from his pocket and put it on his face. He took it off just now so that Molly Bevan could recognize him, but now, in order to reduce trouble, he naturally has to put it back on.


    His actions naturally aroused the curiosity of the two brothers and sisters, but before they could ask, a fat middle-aged man in a plaid shirt next to him hurried over with curiosity and surprise on his face.


    "Excuse me, are you Mr. Bruce Guo?"


    Guo Shouyun, who was recognized again, was full of helplessness on his face. But for the sake of his own reputation, he did not deny it.


    "Hello, I am!"


    "That''s great, my name is Sylvester Newt, and I really enjoyed your Pirates of the Caribbean series. Jack Sparrow, absolutely the most charismatic pirate in the world, and his orchid fingers are so handsome . However, I think if Elizabeth Swan is married to Captain Jack, it is far more suitable than that brainless blacksmith...!


    "Sir, Mr. Newt!" Guo Shouyun hurriedly interrupted the gushing Captain Jack fan, "...I''m here to pick up my friend. Although I''d love to hear your good advice on "Pirates of the Caribbean", I It must be said that I am really in a hurry right now, and if you have nothing else to do, then I will say goodbye!"


    "Sorry, I''m a little too excited!"


    "It''s ok!"


    "Can you sign me?" Sylvester Newt took out a black notebook from his briefcase.


    "This is what I usually use for work. You can write it on the title page."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took the notebook and the black pen in the other''s hand, and after a little thought, wrote on it ''I wish Mr. Newt a smooth job and good health. Bruce Guo, September 12, 2000. ��


    "What do you think of this?"


    "Yes, that''s great, thank you!"


    While looking excited, he carefully put the pen and notebook into his briefcase, "Mr. Guo, although it''s a bit presumptuous to ask, I really want to know, is there any follow-up to the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series? "


    "Have!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    "awesome!"


    Sylvester Newt clenched his fist and waved it in midair.


    "This is the best news I''ve heard today! Mr. Guo, leave you alone. Oh, by the way, your girlfriend is very beautiful, more beautiful than Julia Roberts and Angelina Jolie combined !"


    "thanks!"


    Sylvester Newt nodded, his eyes swept across Guo Shouyun and Molly Bevin quickly, and after saying "goodbye", he turned and left.


    Guo Shouyun was also in a good mood when he looked at his back, which was obviously excited. After all, not all of my book fans are the brainless female fans attracted by "Fifty Shades of Grey".


    "Let''s go?"


    "Bruce, are you a writer?"


    On the way out of the station, Al Bevan, who saw the scene just now, wondered.


    "Molly, didn''t you tell him?" Guo Shouyun didn''t rush to answer No! "


    Molly Bevan shook her head.


    "Hey, you two are too much. Sister, especially you. You don''t tell me your boyfriend''s name, job, hobbies and other important information, don''t you think of me as your brother at all!" Al Bevan dissatisfied.


    "Why tell you this ''big mouth''!" Molly Bevan said bluntly.


    "you��!"


    "I am indeed a writer, and I also run some businesses of my own!" Guo Shouyun interrupted Al Bevin''s emotions by interrupting.


    "The one that''s very famous?" Al Bevan''s brain circuit is indeed contrary to ordinary people. Just now, he looked like he was dying of anger, but now he becomes excited again in an instant. In this regard, Molly Bevin''s pretty face did not have the slightest change, obviously she was already used to the optimist character of this saucy brother.


    "Yeah! I wrote Pirates of the Caribbean, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, The Hangover, etc. I don''t know if you''ve seen it?" Guo Shouyun nodded and asked with a smile.


    "The Hangover turned out to be written by you, no wonder Molly keeps watching it all the way!"


    While speaking, Al Bevan quickly jumped forward and successfully avoided Molly Bevan''s punch. Apparently, he had experience getting beaten up a lot.


    "Al Bevan, if you dare to talk nonsense again, don''t think I''ll buy you a car!"


    "If you don''t buy me a car, I''ll tell Dad about your boyfriend!" Al Bevin hid on the left side of Guo Shouyun''s body and retorted rudely.


    "you��!"


    "Okay, Molly! We''re here!" He quickly grabbed Molly Bevan, who had a tendency to run wild, and Guo Shouyun pointed to the black Mercedes-Benz parked aside.

 Chapter 74： Heart-to-heart 1:00

    Chapter 74


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    To be honest, Guo Shouyun is quite envious of the Bevin siblings. Despite the fights, the relationship between them was something Guo Shouyun, who had been lonely since childhood, had never felt.


    This is Guo Shouyun, not Bruce Guo. The latter was accompanied by the Lincoln brothers and sisters, and childhood was not lonely. But Guo Shouyun not only has no siblings, because his parents remarried when he was a child, he was often bullied by other classmates because of his parents'' remarriage. He was withdrawn and had almost no friends. If it weren''t for the strict control of his grandparents and the very responsible teachers he met in middle school, I''m afraid that he would have dropped out of school and mixed society, and then he didn''t know that he was squatting in that prison.


    "Wow, Ferrari 550? This is the global limited edition Ferrari just launched this year!" After noticing the red sports car parked on the side, Al Bevin instantly forgot to quarrel with the old lady, and ran over and walked around the sports car. When he got up, seeing how obsessed he looked, the corners of his mouth were almost drooling.


    "Want to open?"


    Guo Shouyun followed and asked with a smile.


    "Of course I want to, I want to dream!"


    "I have the key here!"


    With that said, Guo Shouyun took out the Ferrari key from his pocket. Since he has the intention to win Molly Bevan, Al Bevin, who is the brother-in-law, is naturally the one who needs to get through first. Therefore, Guo Shouyun, who had done his homework, learned that Al Bevin''s favorite things were sports cars and football.


    "real?"


    "certainly!"


    Looking at the car key with the Ferrari logo in Guo Shouyun''s left hand, Al Bevan was excited and directly reached out and grabbed it into his own hand.


    "Bruce, no, brother-in-law, I love you!"


    After giving Guo Shouyun a big hug excitedly, Al Bevin opened the door at lightning speed and sat in.


    Glancing at Al Bevin who was yelling excitedly in the car, Guo Shouyun turned his head and noticed Molly Bevin who frowned. After dating for more than three months, he naturally understood what the other party was thinking. .


    "Don''t worry, I leased this Ferrari from Hertz, and it''s only for half a month. Just when Ayr''s school starts, I can give it back!"


    Hearing this, Molly Bevan''s face really relaxed. The education she received since childhood and her family environment made her hate extravagance and pretentiousness.


    And looking at Molly Bevin from the eyes of Guo Shouyun and the Second World, she is a typical young woman in literature and art. However, compared with ordinary literary women, Molly Bevan has a good family, and she is rich enough that a painting can be sold for 100,000 pounds. Coupled with a wealth of knowledge and good culture, Molly Bevan''s requirements for her boyfriend and future husband are naturally far more than others.


    Young, handsome, and rich are not what she values. To be able to resonate spiritually can attract her interest. Therefore, in general, the most suitable for Molly Bevan is an uncle-type mature man who has rich experience and sufficient ability, and cannot be too bad, and has a common language.


    Guo Shouyun lived in two generations. With both the background and experience of the uncle, and the young enough physique and appearance, coupled with his almost self-made excellent ability, as well as the knowledge and brains endowed by Bruce Guo, Molly Bevan can naturally be favored.


    "You two talk slowly, I''ll go first!"


    Al Bevin couldn''t wait to start the sports car and left the parking lot. Guo Shouyun smiled slightly at the sight of the passing car. He wished that the light bulb would be farther away from him and Molly.


    "Let''s go too!"


    Molly Bevan nodded.


    After she got into the co-pilot, Guo Shouyun started the accelerator, turned the steering wheel and left the airport, joining the busy traffic in New York.


    "How long can you stay here this time?"


    "Three days!"


    "Can''t you stay a few more days?"


    Molly Bevan glanced at him, and after some hesitation, nodded with a hint of embarrassment.


    "Mr. Wien gave me only three days. I have to go to Crete on the 16th, and we will all sketch there before the new year."


    "Well, it looks like we''ll have to wait for a while again next time we meet!"


    "sorry!"


    Molly Bevan said with some guilt.


    "Molly, there''s no need to apologize. Although we won''t be able to stay together for too long this time, I can rush to Crete to see you in between!"


    "real?"


    Looking at the beautiful woman''s surprised eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled, reached out and held her left hand, feeling the softness and delicacy, he looked at Molly Bevin, whose cheeks were blushing, and said gently, "Of course, I''ll say what I say. talk!"


    The latter did not struggle unexpectedly, and nodded slightly. Obviously, although this relationship has not really come to fruition, at least Molly Bevin has recognized his identity and existence. And this is the best news for Guo Shouyun.


    "You must be tired after a day''s flight. Rest early tonight, and I''ll take you to Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum tomorrow!"


    "Yeah!" After nodding, she seemed a little hesitant, "What about El?"


    "I think he would rather go out for a drive in that Ferrari 550 than go shopping with us!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Did you rent that car just to pay him off?"


    "You saw it. However, I can''t do anything about it. We haven''t seen each other for three months and fourteen days. I don''t want to be surrounded by a big light bulb when you are in a sweet world with you!"


    Molly Bevan didn''t say much after giving him a blank look.


    The two chatted all the way, although not hot, but quite tacit understanding.


    "You two are too slow. I''ve been waiting here for almost twenty minutes!" In the lobby of the Plaza Hotel, Al Bevan, who arrived early, complained to the two who walked in.


    "You are driving a sports car, we are ordinary cars, of course the speed is different! ... If we change, I will never be late no matter where we go in the future."


    "Haha... Which room are we staying in?"


    Looking at Al Bevin pretending to be stupid and changing the subject, Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly, took out two room cards from his pocket, and handed them to the two of them respectively.


    "Let''s go, just let the waiter deliver the luggage."


    Take the two to the pre-determined room, open the door and go in. After looking around, "How are you, are you satisfied? By the way, Ai Wen. Your room is next door!"


    "Thanks, Bruce, you really are a reliable guy!"


    "Actually, just one room is enough. I just saw that there are two bedrooms here, and I can live with Ivan separately!" Molly Bevin said.


    "It''s okay, Molly! It''s just a room, it doesn''t cost much!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand, it would be an eyesore if Al Bevan was allowed to live here too.


    "Sister, I don''t want to be under your supervision all the time! Let''s go and see my room!"


    After speaking, Al Bevan pushed the door and walked out.


    After there were only two people left, Molly Bevin, who had experienced this kind of situation for the first time, felt the fiery, loving eyes of the man beside her. She was also inexplicably panicked. When he noticed Guo Shouyun walking towards him, he quickly picked up his Kun bag, took out a brown box and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    "This is my present for you."


    "Gift?"


    Guo Shouyun took it over with great interest.


    "Can I open it now?"


    "certainly!"


    "Wait a minute, let me guess what''s inside first?" After pretending to think for a moment, "belt?"


    Molly Bevan smiled and shook her head.


    "Is that a watch?"


    "no!"


    "lighter?"


    "You don''t smoke, why did I give you a lighter!"


    "Then I really can''t guess. UU reading Forget it, I don''t waste my brain cells, just open it and see!" After speaking, Guo Shouyun opened the box after unpacking the surface. Inside is a red and black, with a gold hook embedded in the cap part, revealing the exquisite fountain pen with the signature.


    "Montblanc fountain pen?! Also, is it a limited edition of the Great Writers Series made in 1992 to commemorate the American writer Ernest Miller Hemingway?"


    "You know it?"


    Looking at Molly Bevan''s surprised expression, Guo Shouyun nodded quickly with a slightly surprised smile, then reached out and took out a box from his jacket pocket and opened it in front of the other party.


    "look!"


    "Vantega commemorates Dali''s limited edition?"


    Vanteca is the oldest writing instrument manufacturer in Italy. Although it is not as well-known as Montblanc in the world, the luxury fountain pen it produces has always been a famous brand sought after by wealthy businessmen and celebrities. Writer Hemingway, Cuban President Fidel Castro, Spanish King Juan Carlos, and racing driver Schumica are all its loyal followers.


    At this time, the overall blue pen that Molly Bevin held in her hand, with a silver-white elephant embossed in relief, was Vantega''s commemorative pen in memory of the Spanish surrealist painting master Salvador Dali. Salvador Dali, Picasso and Matisse are considered to be the three most expressive painters of the twentieth century.


    "It seems that we really have a good understanding of each other. When I think about what gift to give you, the first thing I think of is a pen! ... Molly, I hope you can become a great painter like Dali in the future!"


    "Thank you. Bruce, and I hope you can become a great writer like Hemingway in the future!"


    Seeing the sincerity in his eyes and the tenderness that was so close at hand, Guo Shouyun quickly kissed him on impulse.

 Chapter 75： Bulb Al Bevan

    Chapter 75 The Big Bulb Al Bevan


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    "Well!"


    Molly Bevan, unprepared and inexperienced, immediately went blank. Just like that, Guo Shouyun was hugged tightly in his arms, passively enduring tenderness that he had never experienced before.


    "what��!"


    Guo Shouyun, who screamed in pain, let go of his mouth quickly. His tongue was just stuck in Molly''s mouth, and before he could feel the successful Wenxiang Nephrite Jade, he was bitten by the other party. As one of the most vulnerable parts of the human body, it is strange that it does not hurt.


    "Molly, are you going to make me dumb?" Guo Shouyun complained.


    "Who told you to take an inch!" After glaring at him with a blushing face, seeing Guo Shouyun''s pained face, he couldn''t help but worry, "Are you alright?"


    "Is it all right? It''s all bleeding!" Guo Shouyun is not an inexperienced first-time brother. Of course, Bo''s sympathy is the most important thing at this time.


    "Let me see!"


    Molly Bevan, who had a worried look on her pretty face, approached when she was overwhelmed by Guo Shouyun, who rolled her eyes, on the sofa in the living room.


    "You can''t just look at it, you have to compensate me!"


    "Get up, what should I do when El comes in and sees it?" Molly Bevan pushed Guo Shouyun''s body anxiously. It''s a pity that her strength can''t shake Guo Shouyun, who weighs nearly 90 kilograms.


    "No. First tell me how to compensate me, or I won''t get up!"


    At this time, it is impossible to reason with girls.


    "It''s a big deal to let you kiss again!"


    Molly Bevan blushed and said when Lang Youqing concubine intentionally.


    "That''s what you said, don''t bite me again!"


    "Okay!" Molly Bevin closed her eyes tightly and whispered after hesitating for a while.


    Guo Shouyun, who was full of joy in his heart, looked at the picturesque, pure and beautiful beauty below him. Just as he was about to lower his head to kiss, there was a sound of the door opening.


    "Sister, Bruce, it''s almost evening, let''s go eat!"


    "This big light bulb, we must find a way to send him out as soon as possible!" Guo Shouyun complained in his heart.


    "Get up, Al is here!"


    Looking at Molly Bevin, who was looking pale and nervous, Guo Shouyun, who knew that it was impossible to continue, quickly got up and helped her up.


    "Sister, Bruce..., did you just...?"


    Guo Shouyun is nothing, but he looks as usual with experience. But Molly Bevin is different, her pretty face is full of tension, like a little girl who has done something bad and was caught, and she is still tidying up her hair and being a little messy by Guo Shouyun clothing. Al Bevan is not a fool, so he can naturally perceive something from it.


    "Molly, Al, let''s go have dinner. I know that there are several places in New York that have good steaks." Guo Shouyun said with a calm expression.


    "Then let''s go quickly, I happen to be a little hungry too!"


    With that said, Molly Bevin picked up her Kun bag and walked hurriedly through the two men towards the door.


    "Let''s go too!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who was about to go out, Al Bevin''s face was a little complicated.


    "Bruce, it''s been so many years. You were the first to ask Molly to take the initiative to recognize her boyfriend. I hope you can treat her well in the future. She is too naive to be controlled by my dad!"


    It was the first time that Guo Shouyun saw such a solemn expression on the other side. Of course, Guo Shouyun understood how serious Al Bevan was about this matter.


    "Don''t worry! Your sister is the girl I''ve ever met, and the girl that makes my heart move! I will definitely turn her into my wife and live up to her affection!" Guo Shouyun promised with a sincere expression.


    "I wish you could keep your word."


    Al Bevan gave him a deep look.


    "I promise!"


    Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    "Shh...!"


    After taking a deep breath, the expression on Al Bevan''s face relaxed, and the tension that had permeated between the two was also relieved.


    "It seems that you will be my brother-in-law in the future. Brother-in-law, in the United States, I need your attention."


    Looking at Al Bevan, who had regained his detached character again, Guo Shouyun held his right hand that he took the initiative to stretch out, "It''s easy to say. And you should know that the most important thing for us Chinese is family!"


    "Of course, I also have a quarter of Chinese blood!"


    "Come on, don''t let Molly wait outside!"


    After Al Bevan nodded, he followed Guo Shouyun downstairs and found Molly Bevin in the lobby.


    "What have you been doing up there for so long?"


    "It''s nothing, I just talked with my brother-in-law about some secrets between men!" Al Bevin put his right hand on Guo Shouyun''s shoulder and said to his sister with a smile.


    Maybe it was the kiss, maybe it was the embarrassment of being smashed by Al Bevan. In short, although Molly Bevin blushed a little, she didn''t say anything to correct the title of "brother-in-law" in her brother''s mouth.


    "Is that so?"


    Seeing the questioning eyes she turned to him, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Of course! ...Come on, I''ll take you to the best Michelin restaurant in New York!"


    "Why don''t we eat here, the restaurant at the Plaza Hotel is also very good!" Molly Bevan hesitated.


    "Molly, we''re staying here. We''ll have time to taste the food later!"


    "Yes, sister! And don''t you like it very much? This time, my brother-in-law treats you without us spending money. What a great opportunity!" Al Bevan walked over and put his arm on Molly Bell''s fragrant shoulder again. superior. Unfortunately, his gesture of expressing intimacy was slapped away by Molly Bevan without hesitation.


    "Let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and walked to Molly Bevan''s side.


    Turning his head and looking at him, Molly Bevin, who knew that Guo Shouyun was quite wealthy, did not refuse.


    It was still Al Bevan driving his sports car, Guo Shouyun and Molly Bevin driving a black Mercedes-Benz, and the three came to the famous ''No. 11 Restaurant'' in the mouths of foodies all over the world, which was selected by Michelin in New York. One of the few 3-star restaurants in NYC, it''s definitely the top of all restaurants in New York, both in taste and service.


    "Al, what are you going to do after college?"


    Chatting is always inevitable when eating, so Guo Shouyun first found the topic.


    "Player''s agent!"


    "Player''s agent?"


    This is definitely an answer that surprised Guo Shouyun.


    "Yeah! I like football very much. I used to be the main midfielder of Exeter City when I was a child, but unfortunately I couldn''t play professional games with a torn calf ligament. Otherwise, maybe now I''m an England midfielder!" Ao Jiao At the same time, there was a trace of regret in Al Bevan''s eyes. Obviously, not being a footballer once hit him hard.


    "...but that''s okay, even though I can''t be a professional player, I can work in a football-related business, like a player''s agent!"


    "Why not a football coach?" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Being a coach is exhausting. I don''t want to be an old man before I''m fifty!" Al Bevin shrugged.


    "Although I don''t know much about player agents, I also know that in order to become a successful agent, in addition to vision and ability, personal connections are also extremely important!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Since I''m going to step into the business of player agents, of course I''m not unprepared!" After looking at him, Al Bevin nodded.


    However, he didn''t say much, obviously he still didn''t trust Guo Shouyun very much. This is understandable, after all, the two have only known each other for less than half a day. Even Molly Bevin''s relationship wasn''t enough to break the barrier in such a short period of time.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t agree, "If that''s the case, why did you go to Columbia as an exchange student? Although the United States is not a football desert, there has never been a top football player here!"


    "Bruce, you don''t understand! Player agents are also an industry that values ??qualifications and backgrounds. If you have a degree from a world-renowned university, you will undoubtedly be able to win the trust of players and their families!"


    "It seems that you have a very clear plan for your future!" Guo Shouyun nodded and smiled.


    "certainly!"


    Looking at the arrogant younger brother, and then at the smiling Guo Shouyun, Molly Bevin who was sitting on the side was undoubtedly very happy that the two of them were able to talk intimately with each other.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Just then, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone rang.


    "Sorry, I''m taking a call!"


    After the Bewen siblings nodded, Guo Shouyun did not deliberately carry them behind their backs.


    "Hey?"


    "Boss, is there any news from Juji Electronics?"


    Qin Zhicheng, who knew that Guo Shouyun didn''t like nonsense, said directly.


    "Oh? What did they say?" Guo Shouyun was shocked and said quickly.


    "They agreed to sell the CDMA R&D department and related patents separately, but the price is relatively high!"


    "How many?"


    "50000000!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned. Before preparing to acquire the CDMA division of Juji Electronics and related patents, they have done a fairly detailed investigation and evaluation, and the result is that the value of this part of the assets does not exceed 25 million at most. Now Juji Electronics has doubled the price all at once. Obviously it is in the mind of taking advantage of the opportunity to slaughter customers! "


    "Are there any other institutions or people interested in Juji Electronics besides us?"


    "No! At least not yet!"


    "I see, keep talking! The current price is too high!"


    "OK!"


    "Is there any news from PayPal?" Guo Shouyun continued.


    "It''s still in communication, and there is no result yet!"


    "Don''t be stingy with PayPal, as long as they are willing to sell and the price is not too outrageous, you will agree to it for me."


    "clear!"


    "Let''s do it for now. If there is any news, please notify me in time."


    After the last explanation, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.

 Chapter 76： future and connections

    Chapter 76 Future and Networking


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    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun said with a smile, looking at Sister Bewen''s inquiries and curious eyes: "The company''s affairs have been dealt with, let''s continue to eat!"


    "It''s almost eaten, if you have an emergency, let''s go now!" Molly Bevan said.


    "fine!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head. But even so, the three of them didn''t stay in the restaurant for too long. Sister Bevan came by plane, and they must have an early rest on the first night.


    So, after having dinner and returning to the hotel to set them up, Guo Shouyun returned to his room. But he didn''t stay in the room for too long. After about ten minutes, he changed into a formal suit and tie, looked in the mirror, felt that there was no problem with his appearance, and walked out of the room.


    After leaving the Plaza Hotel, Guo Shouyun drove to the Hudson New York Central Park Hotel a few kilometers away. After parking the car and walking into the hotel lobby, William Zhang, who was already waiting here, hurriedly greeted him.


    "boss!"


    "I''m not late, am I?"


    "You are fifteen minutes ahead of the agreed time." After shaking his head, William Zhang said.


    "That''s good. ... Let''s sit over there first!"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the rest area in the hotel lobby. After nodding, William Zhang walked over.


    The two sat down towards each other, Guo Shouyun looked at the time, then raised his head and said, "Have you been in contact with people?"


    "Um!"


    "How''s the attitude?"


    "Very polite. But I don''t think she has much interest in the position offered by the boss!"


    "why?"


    "The contact time is not long, and the reason is not very clear at present!" William Zhang shook his head.


    Guo Shouyun frowned and did not continue the question.


    "What''s going on with Phoenix now?"


    "It''s very smooth. The company has been set up. Not counting the front desk, cleaning and other service personnel, there are currently 23 people in Phoenix."


    "What about the Thunder Asset Management Plan?"


    "The funds have been fully invested, and the current short-selling funds of Enron have reached 1.54 billion US dollars."


    "It''s going very fast!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction.


    "Of course. Enron is very popular now, especially under the promotion of "Fortune" magazine, its stock price once exceeded 90 US dollars, and most rating agencies including Standard & Poor''s and Moody''s gave it an A-level buy evaluation Securities firms with Enron stock are of course willing to lend their stocks to us who are ''short-selling''. But while the shorting of Enron went well, Wall Street doesn''t know how many financial institutions are waiting to see us laugh!"


    "Isn''t that just right. No one is competing with us, so it''s easier for us to get in when Enron''s stock is at a premium. We''ll only make more money when it''s all out."


    William Zhang nodded, and soon his eyes narrowed.


    "Boss, someone is here!"


    Guo Shouyun stood up with him and turned to look behind him. Soon, a middle-aged black couple wearing casual clothes with a calm and shrewd temperament appeared in his eyes.


    As the intermediary of the contact, William Zhang took the lead to greet him.


    "Sir, ma''am, this is Mr. Bruce Guo, the boss of our Phoenix company. ... Boss, these two are Mr. Ou Guanhai and his wife, Ms. Michelle!"


    Taking a deep look at the very familiar dark face in front of him, Guo Shouyun first stretched out his right hand towards the other party, "Mr. Ao Guanhai, it''s nice to meet you!"


    Feeling the sincerity and respect in his tone, Ou Guanhai, who had just lost to Ian Rush in the election for the federal House of Representatives, was in a much better mood.


    "Thank you. Mr. Guo is younger than I thought. Also, the description of you in The New York Times focuses more on your talent in writing. But in my opinion, you are in business, especially on the Internet. Talent is truly amazing!" Ao Guanhai''s words revealed that he also had some understanding of Guo Shouyun.


    "You''re welcome! ... Mrs. Ou Guanhai, it''s a pleasure to meet you!"


    "It''s my honor to meet Mr. Guo!"


    After the three simply said hello, they sat down in the hotel lobby.


    "Thank you very much for agreeing to this meeting! In order not to delay your vacation and rest, let''s keep it short." After a pause, Guo Shouyun continued, "Mrs. Ao Guanhai, I am very enthusiastic about it. Charity, so I plan to use the income from writing books to set up a ''charitable fund'' to provide financial aid for poor students, but I am not familiar with the management and operation of charitable funds, and I can''t spare much time for writing and starting a business. So I hope You are the head of this ''charity fund''!"


    "Mr. Guo, your kindness is admirable. I am personally very willing to help. But unfortunately, I cannot agree to your request!" Michelle Aoguanhai quickly shook his head.


    "Why? If it''s salary, you can rest assured. We''re willing to give you $35,000 a month."


    "It''s not about the salary!"


    "That is��?"


    "We have a second child, so Michelle needs an easy job!" Ao Guanhai explained with a smile.


    After quickly sweeping over Michelle ***''s inconspicuous abdomen, Guo Shouyun said with a smile: "Congratulations, you two! This is really something to be happy about!"


    "thanks!"


    "Ms. Ou Guanhai, I can put the headquarters of this charitable fund in Chicago, and you don''t need to do too many fundraising activities before you give birth. Do you think it''s okay?" Although he knew the reason, Guo Shouyun didn''t think so. intend to give up easily.


    "Mr. Guo, there are many people in the United States who have experience in operating charitable funds. Why do you have to invite me?"


    ��First, you are talented enough to graduate with a BA in Sociology from Princeton University, and a PhD from Harvard Law School. Second, we also learned that during your three-year tenure as executive director of the Illinois Women��s Relief Fund, you have More than $10 million in donations, which is more than the fund''s total donations over the past 12 years. Third, women are inherently more approachable than men when it comes to philanthropy. Combining the above three points, you are the one we think is the most suitable for ''Bruce'' The candidate for the executive director of the Student Aid Charity Foundation." Guo Shouyun said seriously.


    "Thank you very much for your attention. But I need time to think about this matter!"


    Although he was sincere and full of praise, there was not much emotion on Michelle Aoguanhai''s face.


    "Of course! I very much hope to receive a positive answer from you!"


    Michelle Aoguanhai nodded Mr. Guo, it''s getting late. My kids are still in the hotel room, and if you have nothing else to do, we''re leaving!"


    The smile on Guo Shouyun''s face quickly returned to normal after a delay. After a few years in his mind, he smiled and nodded, and did not continue to be a stalker.


    "Okay, nice to meet you two!"


    The two nodded, stood up and shook hands with Guo Shouyun, then turned and left.


    Looking at their backs, William Zhang frowned slightly, "Boss, I feel that what she said about consideration is more of a shirk. In fact, she has already rejected your invitation in her heart!"


    "I know! But it doesn''t matter, there are still opportunities in the future!"


    Guo Shouyun also never thought that he would be successful.


    "Maybe we can find other suitable candidates through headhunting?" William Zhang suggested after glancing at him.


    "No, I''m still more optimistic about her!" Guo Shouyun shook his head. For William Zhang''s confusion, he did not explain much. After all, no one can imagine now that a black man will become the 44th president of the United States in 8 years, and he will serve two terms.


    Therefore, from Huaxia, he has a deep understanding of the highly interdependent relationship between politics and economy. When he first formulated his business plan, he also formulated a plan to expand his network. However, he didn''t set the goal of the plan on Ao Guanhai, because now he can''t help the other party too much, and he can''t attract Ao Guanhai''s interest, but his wife is different. The power of ''pillow wind'' has proven to be the best way to ''curve the country to save the country'', both in history and in modern times.


    "Let''s go too!"


    After the backs of Ao Guanhai and his wife disappeared in the elevator, Guo Shouyun greeted William Zhang and left the hotel.

 Chapter 77： New York Central Park

    Chapter 77 Central Park, New York


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    The next day, Guo Shouyun packed up and was about to go to the gym downstairs for a run. As soon as he went out, he ran into Molly Bevin, who was in the same sportswear with a ponytail and was about to go out to exercise.


    "Why do you get up so early, don''t you have more rest?"


    "I wasn''t too tired, one night is enough time!" Molly Bevin shook her head and looked at Guo Shouyun''s outfit, "Are you going to exercise too?"


    "The habit I developed while reading is to run for half an hour every morning." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "That''s quite a coincidence, I like running in the morning too!"


    "So, we were born to be a couple!"


    Guo Shouyun''s undisguised ambiguity made the thin-skinned Molly Bevin instantly shy. The beauty''s pure and beautiful infinite style made Guo Shouyun, who was full of infinite love in her heart, stepped forward and took her soft weeds, and walked downstairs together. Molly Bevin, who has accepted him in her heart, is no longer hesitant and resistant to Guo Shouyun''s occasional intimacy as she had shown before.


    Because of the affectionate partner around me, the originally boring fitness has become interesting. And half an hour is not long. After the two finished running, they went back upstairs to take a shower, put on formal clothes, and went out again.


    But Al Bevin is obviously not as thrifty as Molly Bevin. No matter what Molly knocked, the door wouldn''t open inside. The call was made, and after reluctantly answering, there was also an indistinct ''sleep talk''. However, Guo Shouyun heard that most of them were pretending.


    "Sister, please let me go. I was on a plane for a day yesterday, and I haven''t recovered yet! I won''t eat breakfast, you go, don''t wait for me."


    "No, skipping breakfast is bad for your health, get up quickly!" The eldest sister is like a mother, Molly Bevan is very responsible for her only younger brother.


    "By the way, sister. You and Bruce can go on a date with peace of mind, don''t worry about me. I will report to the school myself, that''s all, bye! Dudu...!"


    Listening to the blind tone on the phone, Molly Bevin''s pretty face immediately showed a look of anger, "Hello, Al Bevin?"


    "Okay, Molly. Since Al doesn''t want to get up, don''t force him. I was on a plane for over eight hours yesterday, and I slept a bit late. It''s inevitable to sleep in in the morning. Let''s go first. Let''s have breakfast, when he is hungry, he will order room service himself! Don''t forget, he is now a 19-year-old adult and knows how to take care of himself!" Guo Shouyun quickly advised.


    After hesitating for a while, Molly Bevan nodded.


    "This guy, wait until we meet to clean him up!"


    After three seconds of silence for Al Bevan, Guo Shouyun brought Molly Bevan to the restaurant of the Plaza Hotel, and the two ordered two breakfasts according to their own tastes.


    "When will I accompany Al to report to school!" Guo Shouyun asked while eating.


    "It was originally planned to be afternoon!"


    "If that''s the case, then I''ll take you out for a walk in the morning! Besides, looking at El''s appearance in the morning, he obviously doesn''t plan to get up this morning!"


    Looking at the expectant eyes of the man in front of her, Molly Bevan hesitated and nodded.


    "That''s great! Let''s get ready after breakfast. Let''s go to Central Park first, then the Metropolitan Museum and the Statue of Liberty." Guo Shouyun said happily.


    Molly Bevan smiled and nodded. She is a very quiet and passive person! She is used to being carried away in many things, and travel is one of them.


    Because of the goal, Guo Shouyun''s eating speed was much faster unconsciously. But Molly Bevin''s slow, ladylike breakfast took all the time he had saved. There is no way, who can let people be the beauty they like, so I can only wait tolerantly. Fortunately, Molly Bevan didn''t have much appetite, so Guo Shouyun didn''t wait too long.


    After breakfast, Molly Bevin knocked on El Bevin''s room again, and after a few words temporarily, followed Guo Shouyun downstairs.


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    Central Park, located in the heart of New York''s "Manhattan Center" with many high-rise buildings, covers an area of ??340 hectares and is one of the largest man-made green spaces in the world, known as the back garden of New York. Similarly, it is also the most famous tourist destination in the world The number of tourists exceeds 10 million every year, and basically everyone who comes to New York will not miss it.


    It is not the first time for Guo Shouyun to come here, but this time with Molly Bevin is indeed his happiest time. Taking the initiative to hold her hand, Guo Shouyun''s whole heart was full of joy and excitement after she was not rejected.


    With her head tilted slightly, she quietly looked at the tough facial lines of the man beside her, and the corners of her eyes and brows that were shaking with emotion, Molly Bevin''s lips were slightly raised, and there was a touch of people in her bright blue pupils. Heart tenderness.


    Over the years, there have been countless excellent men who have pursued her. But it was him who could make her feel comfortable and at ease from the bottom of her heart. A man who does not have a strong family background and is not a rich man, but has extraordinary talent and ability, and can truly understand her heart and feelings.


    What is even more commendable is that there is no arrogance of a self-made successful person in the other party; nor is it approachable on the outside, but actually rebellious on the inside; this happens to be Molly Bevan''s favorite.


    As soon as Guo Shouyun turned his head, he happened to meet Molly Bevan''s tender and loving eyes. When he was happy, the girl turned her head in a little panic like a frightened deer, avoiding Guo Shouyun''s eyes. look.


    "Molly, there''s a music festival ahead, let''s go check it out!"


    "Um!"


    Molly Bevan nodded hastily. What she hopes most now is that Guo Shouyun quickly looks away from herself, because that gaze makes her heart beat faster and at the same time she is a little overwhelmed.


    Guo Shouyun saw Molly Bevan''s panic and didn''t say much. After tightening the slightly sweating catkin in his hand, he pulled her a little closer to him, and strode towards the place where the crowd gathered in front of him.

 Chapter 78： Open and aboveboard taking advantage

    Chapter seventy-eighth


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    New York''s Central Park covers a vast area, with 93 kilometers of walking trails, 9,000 benches, 6,000 trees, courtyards, ice skating rinks, carousel horses, amphitheaters, two small zoos, a lake where you can go boating, tennis courts, Public facilities such as sports grounds and art galleries. There are many activities in the park, from the usual softball games to various concerts held on festivals, basically everything you can think of is here. Therefore, it can attract 300,000 tourists from all over the world every day, and the atmosphere is very lively.


    Guo Shouyun was protecting Molly Bevin, and the two walked through the crowd to the front. Soon, a high platform about half a meter above the ground and covering an area of ??about 40 square meters appeared in front of the two of them. A four-piece band is singing on the high platform, the track is the eternal classic "Hotel California" by the Eagles.


    Unfortunately, the song just came to the end when the two came in. After singing the last sentence, the unknown band was invited down by the staff, and soon a middle-aged man in a blue suit, a red bow tie and a professional smile strode up from the backstage. .


    "Gentlemen and ladies, welcome to the new product launch event held by BlackBerry. Before our performers perform the next performance, I want to play a simple game with everyone!" The host He pulled out a black phablet from his pocket.


    "Now what everyone sees is the BlackBerry 957 mobile phone developed by our BlackBerry company. It has new functions such as sending emails, text messages, etc. The price is 499 US dollars. And what I want to say is that today I will give away 50 free of charge to everyone on the scene. audience."


    Everyone loves things without money, no matter what country they are from. And getting a $500 mobile phone for nothing, not surprisingly, caused a lot of commotion in the crowd.


    After reaching his destination, the smile on the host''s face grew even wider.


    "There are too many friends at the scene, and fifty mobile phones are not enough to allocate. Therefore, we need to play a small game with everyone to draw the winning users. First of all, I want to ask, are there any friends who are lovers? If so Please come and lift it up."


    There are more than 300,000 visitors to Central Park, and when you add locals, there are even more. The crowd around the stage also exceeded 200, of which there were naturally many couples. Therefore, after the host''s words fell behind, someone who was a couple immediately took the stage holding hands. There were even people who weren''t a couple at first, but they were on the spot to "marry with each other" and jumped up for a mobile phone. Among them, there are also old men and women in their sixties and seventies.


    Guo Shouyun looked enthusiastic. Of course, not for the phone, but for this legitimate opportunity to have **** with Molly Bevin.


    "Molly, let''s go up too!"


    Just when she was hesitating whether to agree or not, Guo Shouyun had already held her hand and ran up the steps beside her.


    "so beautiful!"


    "That girl is so beautiful!"


    Molly Bevan, who is dressed in a white dress and wears thin powder and is naturally beautiful, came to power, as if Princess Sissi had walked out of the Hofen Castle. Her quiet and dignified temperament, as well as her stunning appearance, immediately attracted everyone around her. gaze and admiration. And Guo Shouyun also instantly felt that there were N times more jealous and envious eyes on his body than before.


    But mind him. Molly Bevan is now her girlfriend, and her future is her own ''baby fuck'', that''s enough.


    The male host was obviously also attracted by Molly Bell''s stunning face, and it took a long time to react. After looking at Guo Shouyun jealously, "Next, we will set up three tasks for the couples present, and those who complete all tasks will get our BlackBerry 957 mobile phone. ... Now, please complete the first task: please hold you up. My lover, complete ten squats!"


    "Can you? I''m heavy!"


    Molly Bevan, who was a little shy by the eyes around her, was pretty.


    Guo Shouyun immediately patted his strong chest confidently, "Don''t worry, I was the main player of the school basketball team when I was in middle school and college. I can do 5 sets of squatting with a weight of 120 kg, and I will definitely have no problem holding you. bring it on!"


    Molly Bevan nodded and stretched her arms around Guo Shouyun''s thick neck. Smelling the fragrance of the beautiful woman''s body like a blue orchid and a musk deer, Guo Shouyun stretched out his arms lightly, holding Molly Bevan''s soft back with one hand, crossing her legs with the other, and relaxed The princess hugged the beauty of about 60 kilograms into her arms.


    "Please hold the lover in your arms tightly. If you feel exhausted, don''t force it. Otherwise, we won''t be responsible for falling or falling!" After enlivening the atmosphere with a joke, "Okay, now please Everyone listen to my password...the first to squat up!"


    It''s actually not that hard to do squats with a person in your arms. A healthy person can do it with a little exercise, but if the person is overweight, it''s Gameover! And Americans, or Westerners, have a consistently high obesity rate. So even if it was just a squat, the people on the stage fell by a third. Their embarrassed appearance naturally caused the audience to burst into laughter. And this fiery atmosphere is exactly what the organizers want. It will attract more curious people around. Obviously, their purpose has been achieved. In just a few minutes before and after, the number of onlookers in the audience has exceeded 300.


    "Okay, everyone listen now. ... The second squat!"


    If you can survive the first one, the second one will be fine. But it''s a different matter later. When the ten squats were finished, half of the originally crowded space on the stage was immediately vacated, and including Guo Shouyun, there were still six pairs left.


    "Congratulations to everyone who passed the first level of our game, now it''s the second level! Please carry your lover for 3 minutes."


    This is obviously easier than the ten squats just now. But one unlucky guy was eliminated.


    "...Now it''s the third level, please kiss your lover for at least two minutes!"


    Three levels and one level are easier than one level, which is understandable If one level is more difficult than one level, everyone will be eliminated. Everyone gets benefits. Then the participation in the following activities will be greatly reduced. It''s not so attractive to people.


    "Bruce, or we don''t want it anymore, it''s just a mobile phone, don''t we all have it!"


    Although the relationship with Guo Shouyun has been acquiesced, it is too embarrassing for Molly Bevin to have a long kiss with Guo Shouyun for more than two minutes in the public eye. Especially, when she felt that more than 90% of the people at the scene were focused on her, the resistance in her heart was particularly strong.


    Of course Guo Shouyun couldn''t let this hard-earned opportunity go to waste. But Molly Bevin''s emotions also need to be taken care of.


    "Molly, we managed to pass the first two levels, and the third level is so easy. If we give up now, it would be a pity! Even if we all have mobile phones, it will not delay us to have a few more. Also, I''ve always wanted a work phone, and I''ll save money this time by getting this BlackBerry."


    "But...!" Molly Bevan hesitated, but there was still a deep hesitation on her pretty face.


    "Don''t worry! When you start kissing in a while, you come into my arms and I turn my back to the audience. That way more than 80% of people won''t be able to see you!"


    "Everyone, please get ready. Our third level is about to begin!"


    "Molly, here I come!"


    Guo Shouyun, who couldn''t wait for a long time, heard the host''s voice, and after reminding him, he put his arms around the beautiful woman''s slender waist, turned his body slightly, held her in his arms, and blocked the back stage with his back. Under the eyes of the people. At the same time, he leaned down and kissed the beautiful woman''s full red lips.

 Chapter 79： Rudys Auction

    Chapter 79 Rudy Auction House


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    Despite the experience of kissing yesterday, Molly Bevin was still quite nervous this time. But fortunately, when Guo Shouyun''s lips pried open Molly Bevan''s teeth, he was not bitten again.


    Finally, under the guidance of Guo Shouyun, a guy who is not an old hand, but is always experienced, Molly Bevin''s kissing skills went from being unfamiliar at the beginning to being somewhat proficient later.


    "Okay, it''s time!"


    Hearing the host''s voice, Guo Shouyun raised his head reluctantly. Looking at her arms holding her tiger waist nervously, her crystal clear Qiong nose was short of breath, her long and straight eyelashes trembled gently, her delicate cheeks were red, and her delicate face was full of tension and a hint of enjoyment. . Guo Shouyun''s heart was full of heat, and his impulsive emotions reverberated in his brain. But he finally remembered where he was, and didn''t do anything out of the ordinary.


    "Five couples at the scene finally made it through our three levels, and they will win our latest 957 mobile phone from BlackBerry. Now ask the hostess to give them a prize!"


    After picking up the phone, Guo Shouyun glanced thoughtfully at the stage with the large poster of the BlackBerry phone, and took Molly Bevin, who had been holding his left arm throughout the process, and left surrounded by envious eyes. here.


    Although the two of them didn''t speak during the whole process, Guo Shouyun clearly felt that after a series of breakthroughs just now, especially after the kiss, the two of them became closer.


    "Molly, use this phone!"


    "Didn''t you say you need a piece of office use, or you should take it!"


    "Hey! You are my girlfriend. Of course, I have to give you good things first. Besides, the mobile phone for my office has already been bought by someone from the company for me."


    "You lied to me?" Molly Bevan said angrily.


    "Who made you as stupid as a pig. Anyway, your husband and I are also a billionaire. How can I buy a cell phone with a few hundred dollars and do it myself!"


    "You are so bad!"


    When Molly Bevin waved angrily at Guo Shouyun, the latter twisted to the side with a smile on his face, dodging her pink fist.


    "can not hit!"


    Guo Shouyun''s grimace aroused Molly Bevan''s competitive spirit, and she chased after him angrily. As a result, the two chased and fled, and soon began to play on the complicated boulevards of Central Park.


    Relaxed, happy and sweet anger surrounded the two of them. Guo Shouyun, who was intoxicated in it, kept seeing Molly Bevan gasping for breath and her pretty face turning rosy due to congestion, and then she stopped and allowed herself to hit herself. , and also hugged the beautiful woman into her arms.


    "Why didn''t you run away?"


    Looking at his lover''s angry and pretty appearance, Guo Shouyun said lovingly, "I can''t bear to see you so tired!"


    "it was all your fault!"


    "Yes, it''s all my fault, I''ll be punished! But before punishing me, let''s find a place to rest first, otherwise you won''t hurt me in your current state!" With a smile, Guo Shouyun stretched out his left arm, He put his arms around Molly Bevan''s thin and rounded shoulders, and walked to the bench beside the square.


    After sitting down, Guo Shouyun took out a pack of tissues from his pocket and opened it, "I''ll wipe your sweat for you!"


    "I will do it myself!"


    Molly Bevan said quickly.


    Knowing that she still can''t let go in front of outsiders, Guo Shouyun didn''t push her too hard. Throwing Molly Bevan''s used tissue into the trash can next to her, just about to make fun of her. She didn''t want her to frown slightly, and after pushing herself slightly, her eyes pointed forward to the right.


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, then followed the beauty''s gaze, and soon a young man wearing a normal black jacket with a slender face and a somewhat dodging gaze appeared in his eyes.


    When Guo Shouyun looked over, the young man with a temperament and appearance somewhat similar to a pickpocket hesitated for a moment, and then walked towards them.


    "Hello, sir and ma''am. My name is Will Harrington!"


    The young man seemed quite polite. From his tone and demeanor, Guo Shouyun understood that he was a bit judging people by appearance.


    "Hello!"


    When Guo Shouyun put down his guard, he smiled and nodded to the other side.


    His smile and affinity gave young people a lot of encouragement. The other party quickly took out a black clip about the thickness of a knuckle and about the size of a 13-inch laptop from his carry-on satchel.


    "Sir, ma''am, I''m a promoter at Rudy''s, and we''re preparing to hold an auction tomorrow at 9:30 a.m. at the ''Deracote Theatre'' in front. If you are interested in product investment, welcome to our auction site tomorrow!"


    "Ludy''s auction house?"


    A name that Guo Shouyun had never heard of. But it''s normal. Except for giants like Sotheby''s and Christie''s, there are not many auction houses large and small in the world. Not to mention that he is an outsider, even someone who has been in the auction industry for many years, does not necessarily know how many auction houses there are in the United States.


    "Is this your auction brochure?"


    "Yes!"


    While nodding, Will Harrington hurriedly handed over the black booklet in his hand.


    With great interest, he took it over and opened it. Guo Shouyun, who was in contact with the auction manual for the first time in his life, was still very interested in browsing it. However, just as he turned to the third page and saw one of the lots, his hand stopped, his pupils shrank instantly, and his eyes burst into flames, staring at an oil painting in the album.


    "What''s wrong?"


    Molly Irving, who was holding Guo Shouyun''s arm, felt the change in his body for the first time.


    "It''s nothing, I just saw a painting that I like!"


    After quickly adjusting his mood, Guo Shouyun sighed lightly and relaxed the tense muscles all over his body.


    When Molly Bevan curiously looked at the oil paintings mentioned by Guo Shouyun on the album, he raised his head, "I''m very interested in your auction, but how do I participate?"


    "Sir, please leave your name and phone number, and I will remind you the next morning!" Will Harrington said excitedly. Just now he saw that Guo Shouyun and Molly Bevan had extraordinary temperaments and were definitely rich, so he gathered up the courage to join them. Now sure enough, his guess was correct.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and told the other party his name and phone number.


    "Finally make sure, Rudy''s Auction, tomorrow morning at half past nine at the Dellacourt Theatre, right?"


    "That''s right!"


    "That''s good! By the way, can you give me this auction brochure?" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    A look of embarrassment appeared on Will Harrington''s face.


    "Sorry, sir. They gave me this one, and I have to greet more guests...!"


    "Understood!"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t embarrass the other party, he asked Molly Bevin, and after the other party shook his head, he returned it.


    "thanks!"


    "You''re welcome!"


    "Sir, ma''am, leave you alone, goodbye!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and watched the other party turn and leave. UU reading www. uukanshu.com


    "This guy is nice!"


    "Why? You''ve only been in contact with him for less than ten minutes and spoke no more than twenty sentences, so how do you know he''s good!" Molly Bevan asked curiously.


    "Because of you!"


    "I?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "You are so beautiful that a man can''t help being attracted to you. That Will Harrington didn''t pay attention to you in the whole process except for a look at you at the beginning, even if Not even the simplest peek. This can only mean two things: first, he''s **** and not interested in women. Second, this person has a lot of mind control and is very smart. Knows what the situation is What to do to try not to attract customer dissatisfaction, and to achieve their goals.��


    "Women are pleasing to themselves", a woman likes the man she loves to appreciate her beauty, and Molly Bevin is of course the same. Therefore, Guo Shouyun''s words made her quite happy.


    "Then how do you know he''s not the first?" Molly Bevan couldn''t help but asked while happy.


    "It''s very simple, because even **** can''t stop your charm!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun''s heart became hot as he looked at the beautiful woman who was close at hand, and under the drive of hormones, he stabilized her full red lips again.


    Because of the previous experience of kissing, Molly Bevin''s resistance was significantly reduced. The whole process is a state of cooperation and enjoyment, except for a few fluttery pushes and rejections at the beginning.


    Cuddling and kissing by the way, the two spent the whole morning in Central Park, New York. The Metropolitan Museum and the Statue of Liberty, which were originally planned to go, were also put on the afternoon of the second day or the third day due to time constraints.

 Chapter 80： brothers coincidence

    Chapter 80: Brother''s Coincidence


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    After eating a sweet lunch for two and bringing one for Al Bevan, the two returned to the hotel together.


    It was already past one o''clock in the afternoon, even if Al Bevan stayed in bed again, it would be time to get up. In fact, he did get up early, and when the two pushed the door and came in, he was playing games with his computer in his arms.


    "Where did the game console come from?" Molly Bevin frowned. She, who has achieved excellent results since childhood, is naturally disgusted by these playthings.


    "This is the most luxurious five-star hotel in New York. Give the customer service a call and they will bring you everything!" Al Bevin said indifferently.


    "Here, Molly insists on bringing you back lunch!"


    "Thank you, sister. But I have already eaten it. The lunch at the Plaza Hotel is very rich!"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun shrugged at Molly Bevin. In fact, he had long expected that Al Bevan would not let himself go hungry. But Molly Bevin had to bring it back, and he had no objection. After all, the eldest sister is like a mother, and the mood is understandable.


    "Okay, don''t fight! It''s almost two o''clock in the afternoon, you should report to school." Molly Bevin frowned, and turned off the computer without a word.


    "Hey, don''t. At least let me play this game and kill those gangsters!" Al Bevan begged, but in the face of Molly Bevin, who was unmoved, he could only do it in the end. submit.


    Guo Shouyun stood aside and watched, he was determined not to let Molly Bevan know that the Counter-Strike played by Al Bevin just now was the latest product of his own game company.


    At the urging of Molly Bevin, Al Bevin reluctantly packed her luggage, replaced the pajamas on her body with formal clothes, and after a simple grooming, she was in Guo Shouyun and Molly Bevin''s meeting. Accompanied and drove to the Columbia University campus in Manhattan.


    Columbia University is one of the five oldest universities in the United States. As of 2017, a total of 96 Nobel Prize winners have studied or worked in Columbia University, ranking third in the world. There are also five founding fathers of the United States, three American presidents such as Roosevelt and Eisenhower, 34 heads of state, heads of state, 10 US Supreme Court justices, etc., and its famous alumni are countless. In addition, Columbia is also the birthplace of the famous "Manhattan Project".


    Whether it is teaching strength or influence, Columbia University is a world-class university no less than Stanford and Harvard.


    Walking in it, the ancient buildings on both sides can make you quickly feel the charm of an ancient culture precipitated by time. However, for Guo Shouyun and Bewen siblings, this feeling is not too strong. The colleges they graduated from are no worse than Columbia in terms of strength and environment. If there is no envy, it will naturally be treated with normality.


    Al Bevin studied sports management at Columbia University, and naturally went to the "School of Professional Studies". After completing the enrollment registration and getting his dormitory number, the two accompanied him to find it according to the address.


    There are not too many twists and turns in the middle, and it is easy to find the place. After taking out the key and opening the door, a double apartment-style dormitory with living room, bathroom, kitchen, and two bedrooms appeared in front of the three of them.


    Guo Shouyun also lived in this kind of apartment-style dormitory when he was in college. After a brief look, he lost interest.


    Help Molly Bevan to bring in El Bevan''s luggage and watch her busy packing her brother''s luggage. For a moment, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but feel envious. It would be great if he had such a caring sister!


    "Squeak...!"


    With the sound of the door opening, a thin young man in a dark purple jacket pushed the door and walked in. After seeing the people in the living room, not only him, but also Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment.


    "why you?"


    "It''s really a coincidence, Mr. Harrington, we meet again!" Guo Shouyun stood up with a smile.


    The emaciated man in front of him was the guy named Will Harrington who was selling himself the Ludi auction in New York''s Central Park this morning!


    "It''s quite a coincidence!"


    After a quick reaction, Will Harrington nodded to Guo Shouyun with a slight respect.


    "You know each other?"


    Al Bevan said in surprise after looking back and forth between the two.


    "Yeah! When you and your sister were playing in Central Park in the morning, we had a simple exchange!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked at each other a few times, and said, "Mr. Harrington also lives in this dormitory?"


    The latter nodded, "I''m also from the School of Professional Studies, studying information management. Are you Al Bevin who was notified by the school to move in?"


    "Let''s get to know him formally, Al Bevin, a British exchange student, studying sports management!" After nodding, Al Bevin enthusiastically extended his right hand to the other party.


    After the two briefly shook hands, Will Harrington glanced back and forth between the two of them, and asked in a questioning tone, "Is there...?"


    "He''s my brother-in-law!"


    Al Bevan put his right hand on Guo Shouyun''s shoulder and explained with a smile.


    Will Harrington was stunned, and at this moment, Molly Bevin came out of the room.


    "Al, I''ve packed everything for you. We''ll go to the mall to buy you some household utensils in a while, and then move in!" At the same time, Molly Bevan also noticed the powerful man standing in the living room. El Harrington.


    "It''s you?"


    "Hello, Miss Bell, I''m Al Bevan''s roommate!" Will Harrington bowed slightly.


    "Don''t think it''s a coincidence!" Guo Shouyun laughed beside him.


    Molly Bevan nodded, "I''m his sister, nice to meet you!"


    After greeting, Will Harrington said: "By the way, if you want to buy daily necessities, you can go to the school''s shopping mall, where the school has prepared daily necessities for freshmen and transfer students. From outside shopping malls, prices will be cheaper.��


    "Thank you, we''ll go take a look later!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Then don''t bother anymore!"


    Will Harrington smiled decently and nodded after pushed the door back to his room.


    "I didn''t expect such a coincidence in the world. We just met him in the morning!" Molly Bevan said in disbelief.


    "Isn''t it a book by coincidence? Let''s go, it''s time for us to go to Tiel to buy daily necessities!"


    Molly Bevin nodded, and the three walked out together. In the middle, Guo Shouyun told Al Bevan about how he met Will Harrington in the morning.


    The process of buying daily necessities is not complicated, and no need to go into details. But what Guo Shouyun hated was that Al Bevin, who should have stayed in the school dormitory after the report was over, actually followed him back to the Plaza Hotel. This can''t help but let Guo Shouyun plan to take the opportunity to take down Molly Bevin''s mind. With this big lightbulb next door, Molly Bevin couldn''t let him get away with it.


    "Molly, I can''t sleep, can I chat with you for a while?"


    "No. Al''s still here!"


    "What, still?! This guy...!"


    Feeling the hateful voice on Guo Shouyun''s phone, Molly Bevan couldn''t help but smile and frown. In fact, Al Bevan had already returned to his room to play games half an hour ago. But she knew very well what the guy on the opposite side came for. She, who was not ready in her heart, obviously did not intend to let the other party succeed.


    "Okay! It''s getting late. You go to bed early, didn''t you promise Will Harrington to go to the auction tomorrow?"


    "Okay! Then you should rest early, and we will go together tomorrow!"


    "OK, good night!"


    "Good night!"


    Guo Shouyun hung up the phone reluctantly. Sitting on the sofa, he took a deep breath.

 Chapter 81： Dellacott Theatre

    Chapter 81 The Della Cote Theatre


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    Guo Shouyun, who remembered the morning auction, got up early the next day. After having breakfast with Molly Bevin, without disturbing Irving Bevin, who was still in bed, the two came to the Dellacote Theater in Central Park, New York.


    For the average person in New York, one of the things that grabs the most attention outside of work is the Shakespeare play that takes place every summer at the Dellacourt Theater in Central Park. Not just because it''s performed by the famous Joseph Piper Company, but because it''s completely free. Naturally everyone welcomes things that don''t cost money.


    Therefore, from June to September every year, the drama performance of the Della Cote Theatre, known as "Shakespeare of Midsummer Night", is often hard to get a ticket.


    But it''s still daytime, and there''s still a long way to go before the night show. The most important thing is that Guo Shouyun has no interest in Shakespeare plays either.


    "Mr. Guo, Ms. Bevin, good morning!"


    Seeing the two coming, Will Harrington, who had been waiting outside the door early, hurried up to meet him.


    "Good morning, Mr. Harrington!"


    After the two sides greeted, Will Harrington hurriedly took out a table tennis racket similar to a ping pong racket, but one size smaller, with an Arabic numeral ''35'' in the middle. He handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. Guo, this is your number!"


    After taking a look, "Do you need a deposit?"


    "No, if you have something you fancy, you can take a picture and swipe your card or make a cash transaction on the spot!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    "Then let''s go first!"


    "Okay....By the way, except for the first row, you can take any seats inside!" Will Harrington said quickly after nodding.


    The position in the first row is the best, and it must be for those special guests with strong capital. Guo Shouyun can also understand this. There are class differences everywhere in this world.


    After entering the theater, a huge white curtain has been set up on the stand in the middle, and a projector is placed in front of it. Due to the lack of time, the projector has not been turned on for the time being.


    The auction stand reserved for the auctioneer is located on the left side of the auction stand. In order not to block the sight of the bidders, there are no people seated in the stand on the left. But that''s okay, there''s plenty of seats at the Dellacott Theatre. Even without the left stand, what''s left is enough.


    In fact, when Guo Shouyun walked in with Molly Bevin, more than two-thirds of the seats in the middle and right stands were vacant. This is understandable, after all, the influence of Ludi Auction House is limited to the surrounding New York. Nothing compares to Sotheby''s and Christie''s. And this is also the reason why they gave up leasing expensive star-rated hotel banquet halls and chose this place as the auction site.


    After finding two vacancies in the fourth row of the middle stand, Guo Shouyun pulled Molly Bevan and sat down.


    "What are you looking at? You have to take me to participate in this auction?"


    "You''ll know in a while!" Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Pretend to be mysterious!"


    Molly Bevan pouted slightly dissatisfied.


    Since her relationship with Guo Shouyun has gone further, she will occasionally show some charming girls who match her age in front of each other.


    Guo Shouyun enjoys Molly Bevan''s state of being relieved, so he often teases her whenever he has the chance. After several previous explorations and gained experience, the probability of his success is getting higher and higher. Of course, the relationship between the two has become more and more intimate.


    "By the way, Rowling will be flying over from Madrid the day after tomorrow. Are you still waiting to see her?"


    "Rowling is coming?"


    "Her fifth Harry Potter: "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" is about to be released, and I have a new set of books to be released at the same time. Christopher plans to hold a book signing for us in New York for the new book. Go public for publicity!" Guo Shouyun explained.


    Nodding clearly, Molly Bevan hesitated, "What time is Rowling''s flight?"


    "The time to get here is 4:20 pm tomorrow!"


    "Fortunately, my flight is at 5 pm, I should be able to meet her before I leave!" Molly Bevan sighed, her expression relaxed.


    "Or... you just change your ticket! Change the departure time to the next day! That way you can also have time to eat with Rowling and chat by the way. And don''t you get along very well?"


    Molly Bevan was very moved, but after thinking about it, she still shook her head and slapped her head.


    "No! Professor Ramos is very strict. This time he sent Al to report to school only after asking for leave. I can''t ask for leave any more!"


    Guo Shouyun, who had expected such an outcome, sighed, "Okay! It seems that we will have to wait until Christmas when we meet again!"


    "I''ll go home for Christmas, and if you follow me, my dad will definitely entertain you with his baseball bat!" Molly Bevan glanced at the man beside her with beautiful eyes.


    The innocent and charming infinite style made Guo Shouyun''s heart itch when he saw it. Immediately, he gently tugged his right hand, hugged the beautiful woman''s infinitely beautiful upper body into his arms, lowered his head, and whispered with his lips close to the crystal jade ear: "No matter what, I will definitely take his precious daughter away, and also Let him be willing!"


    The warm breath surrounded the sensitive parts, making Molly Bevan feel some itching, and at the same time, her body was inexplicably hot.


    "As beautiful as you think! He will definitely give you a hard lesson." Molly Bevan whispered in a slightly trembling voice.


    "Then I''ll eat you first!"


    The tone is ambiguous~After he finished speaking Guo Shouyun probed and held Molly Bevan''s sensitive earlobe. The latter''s body trembled, his eyes became a little blurry, and his body was unconsciously close to the strong lover beside him.


    Just as the two of them were hugging tighter and closer, and when their love was so strong, when their lips were about to touch each other, the sound of the auction beginning came from their ears.


    "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome everyone to come here to participate in the auction held by our Rudy''s auction house at the Dellacote Theater. I am the auction house manager Miller Halsey...!" After a brief introduction, this A Halsey manager quickly announced the auction, and a middle-aged white auctioneer in a suit and red bow tie came up.


    The first lot is the famous 19th-century British landscape painter George Turner''s "Autumn in the Mountains".


    In fact, after hundreds of years of precipitation in the Western art collection market, the price has become very reasonable. Except for the representative works of those top artists, there will be no auction prices that exceed the market price too much.


    Of course, in Ludi''s auction house, which is at most a medium auction house, there are not many striking top works of art. It serves more affluent middle-class Americans than billionaires at the top. Therefore, the price range of artworks ranges from several thousand dollars to tens of thousands of dollars, and even hundreds of thousands of dollars are rare.


    As time passed, Guo Shouyun never made a move. Until a portrait of a bust of Christ, about 70 centimeters high and 50 centimeters wide, was in blue clothes, holding a crystal ball in his left hand and raising his right hand in a gesture of blessing. With a solemn expression, his eyes burst into flames, and he stared at the oil painting that appeared on the projector screen.

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 Chapter 82： Leonardo da Vincis legacy

    Chapter 82: Da Vinci''s Beads


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    "What��s wrong with you?"


    Molly Bevan, who noticed that her lover was different, asked worriedly.


    "It''s okay, I just think this painting is very good!" Guo Shouyun took a deep breath, calmed down and smiled.


    "Is it? It''s just a copy of Leonardo da Vinci''s "Salvator Mundi". The artistic level and collection value are not high!"


    Because she studied oil painting, Molly Bevin''s appreciation is undoubtedly far more than Guo Shouyun.


    "Well! But I quite like it!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Although he seldom paid attention to the art auction market before, the real work of "Salvator Mundi" by Leonardo da Vinci was auctioned by Christie''s New York for the highest price of 450 million US dollars in 2017. This kind of news caused a sensation in the world. But not unfamiliar.


    Moreover, when he remembered reading the press release, it was mentioned that the painting was originally bought from a small auction house by a discerning art dealer, and after several years of restoration and appraisal, it was finally confirmed that it belonged to The 16th surviving authentic painting of the real Leonardo da Vinci.


    Of course, this painting appeared at auction in the 21st century in 2005, and it is still in 2000. There is a time gap between the two sides, so this one is not necessarily the "Salvator Mundi" by Leonardo da Vinci. But Guo Shouyun is willing to gamble. Moreover, the traces of obsolescence on this painting are very obvious. According to the auction house''s presentation of the painting, it belonged to an early 20th-century imitation of Leonardo da Vinci enthusiasts. Everything gave Guo Shouyun a foundation that he couldn''t let go of.


    The most important thing is that the investment is not high, once the pressure is in, it will be ten thousand times the profit.


    "Mr. 35 offered $12,000, is there anything higher?"


    The auctioneer asked back and forth twice, but the value of a mediocre Da Vinci imitation was only a few thousand dollars. More than 10,000 people feel that it is expensive, so naturally no one will compete with Guo Shouyun. "


    "Congratulations to Mr. 35 for purchasing this high-quality copy of Leonardo da Vinci''s twentieth century!"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. Molly Bevin next to him glanced at him, wondering why he was so nervous about a low-value imitation painting? With his net worth, he can buy more valuable works, such as Van Gogh, Renoir and other masterpieces.


    Molly Bevan, who couldn''t figure out why, could only think that Guo Shouyun might really like it.


    "The next auction will be the last set of lots this morning!" Following the auctioneer''s voice, a pair of Huaxia porcelains appeared on the projector in the middle.


    "''Famille Flower and Butterfly Pattern Ruyi Ear Gourd Zun'', a precious porcelain from Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty in China in the 18th century, the base price is 150,000 US dollars, and each increase shall not be less than 1,000 US dollars. Interested parties are invited to bid."


    Obviously, this pair of ''Hulu Zun'' is the last finale this morning. Moreover, Chinese porcelain has always been favored abroad. Therefore, the base price of 150,000 does not really reflect its market price. Therefore, in less than ten minutes, the price of this pair of Hulu Zun doubled. However, it is not a mainstream Western art after all, so when it rose to 400,000 US dollars, except for three or two Chinese buyers, no one raised their cards anymore.


    However, Guo Shouyun did not hesitate. Directly added $5,000 at the end, and bought the pair of pastel gourds for $455,000.


    Although he seldom pays attention to antique collections, he has read a lot of novels about collecting and appraising treasures on the Internet. As for the current pair of Qianlong official kiln pastel gourd statues, as long as they are kept in their hands for seven or eight years, their value can definitely be increased by 20 times on the existing basis.


    "Investing in works of art, especially Huaxia art works, is a very good investment project!" Guo Shouyun secretly thought.


    The masterpieces of famous masters such as Xu Beihong, Fu Baoshi, Li Keran, and Guan Shanyue are only ten million Chinese coins. Ten years later, it has basically doubled. The profit contained in it is higher than the income of most of the investment projects that Guo Shouyun knows. Most importantly, investing in art can also lend the corresponding funds from the bank.


    "Hey, what are you thinking, so fascinated, everyone is gone!"


    Guo Shouyun, who had reacted, looked at the crowd scattered around, nodded clearly and stood up together with Molly Bevin.


    "Let''s go too. Come back later after dinner!"


    "Are you here in the afternoon?"


    "Hmm. I''m getting more and more interested in this auction! Let''s go!"


    After smiling, they took Molly Bevan''s jade hand, and the two walked out together. As for the two works of art he shot, they had to be completed in the entire auction and received after paying the funds, but now there is no need to worry.


    "Mr. Guo, Miss Bevin!"


    "You never left?"


    Guo Shouyun said in surprise when he saw Will Harrington who came up quickly.


    "Many of the auction participants I introduced were not New York natives. As an intermediary, I am obliged to help them as much as I can during the auction!" He took out a booklet from his shoulder bag and handed it to the two of them.


    "Mr. Guo, Miss Bevin. This is the address of all restaurants within 5 kilometers of New York''s Central Park, as well as their types and prices. You can look at what to eat for lunch. After you decide, I will give you the pointers. Get an approximate direction."


    "You have a heart!"


    Guo Shouyun looked at the man in front of him with admiration.


    "This is what I should do!"


    In addition to being respectful, Will Harrington showed a hint of shyness on his face.


    After staring at him, Guo Shouyun nodded slightly. Handed the booklet in his hand to Molly Bevin.


    "Molly, take a look. What do you like for lunch?"


    "Chinese food, there just happens to be one here!"


    After simply flipping through a few pages, Molly Bevin quickly made a choice. Then, Will Harrington was quick to point them in the right direction, even explaining the subway and bus routes.


    After thanking him, Guo Shouyun watched him run towards the other customer with a little more thought in his eyes.


    "It seems that you like him very much!"


    Facing Molly Bevan''s black and white eyes, Guo Shouyun did not deny it.


    "What do you think of him?"


    "Very good! Although we don''t have much contact. But this Will Harrington is calm and wise, and he is very comfortable to get along with. If I were the boss, I would definitely put him in marketing without hesitation. Department!" Molly Bevin said after nodding.


    "Dear, I didn''t expect you to have the talent to be a Boss!"


    Guo Shouyun''s unabashed and affectionate address made Molly Bevin''s pretty face blushed.


    "You know how to make me happy!"


    "What I said is the truth!" After a slight smile, Guo Shouyun stretched out his arms and hugged the beauty''s body into his arms. Glancing at the busy Will Harrington, Guo Shouyun really values ??this person who is born with good affinity and high emotional intelligence, and who is stable and thoughtful in life. However, if you want to use him as your own, it will take some time to understand and observe.


    "Let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun hugged his lover so tightly, and the two left New York''s Central Park side by side.


    The auction in the afternoon continued until five o''clock. The final finale is one of the masterpieces of Maurice de Vlaminck, one of the masterpieces of the nineteenth-century French Fauvism master, "Suburban View"!


    Famous masterpieces naturally attracted a scramble. And the appreciation potential of this top artwork is the greatest. Therefore, Guo Shouyun, who had already begun to be interested in art investment, did not hesitate to intervene at the end and won this masterpiece of Vlaminck at a price of 6.49 million US dollars.


    As evening approached, Guo Shouyun returned to the Plaza Hotel with two oil paintings and a pair of porcelain.


    Al Bevan wasn''t in the room, but it was understandable. With supercars worth millions of dollars, it''s a huge waste of resources not to take the opportunity to go for a ride.


    Looking at Molly Bevin who was surrounded by two oil paintings with great interest, Guo Shouyun suddenly understood another important role of investing in art.


    At nine o''clock in the evening, Al Bevan returned to the hotel on time, letting Guo Shouyun''s Xiangyan plan go to waste again.


    "This guy must be sincere!"


    At the urging of Molly Bevan, he was reluctantly pushed out of the room by him.

 ~： happy New Year to all!

Dongren wishes everyone a Happy New Year and a happy family! Oh, by the way, red envelopes will be distributed in the group at night! Remember to grab!

 Chapter 83： Goodbye Rowling

    Chapter 83 Goodbye Rowling


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    On the third day, after taking Molly Bevan to New York''s Metropolitan Museum, Statue of Liberty, Fifth Avenue and Times Square, it was time to part.


    "Bruce, Molly!"


    Christopher, who strode into the waiting room, saw the two people waiting on the side, and strode over with a smile on his face.


    "Christopher, you''re late!" Guo Shouyun smiled and hugged each other.


    "Neither would I, but **** New York is always stuck in traffic. Good thing Rowling''s flight isn''t up yet isn''t it! ...I''m so sorry, Molly. I was supposed to pick you up that day, but this guy is afraid I''ll disturb you guys. Two-person world, so I firmly refused. You know he is the boss, I''m just a worker...!" Christopher shrugged with a helpless look on his face.


    "It''s ok!"


    Molly Bevan smiled and shook her head.


    After the two briefly shook hands, Christopher turned his gaze to Al Bevin, who was standing aside.


    "You must be Molly''s brother Bevin! To be honest, your handsomeness makes me a little jealous!"


    "You''re welcome!"


    Al Bevin was very polite in front of outsiders.


    "It''s almost time!"


    Guo Shouyun looked at his watch and said.


    As soon as he finished speaking, he heard the clear voice of the service staff coming from the loudspeaker next to him.


    "Flight C917 from Madrid to New York is about to make a stop, please prepare for the passengers...!"


    "The plane is in the station!" Christopher said.


    "Let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. According to the previous discussion, after leaving Al Bevan here to look at the luggage, the three of them walked towards the exit together.


    Not long after, Rowling in a blue coat and Neil Murray in a black coat appeared in Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    "Bruce...!"


    Seven-year-old Jessica had the sharpest eyes. She immediately grabbed in front of her mother and found Guo Shouyun standing in the pick-up crowd, then threw off her mother''s hand and ran over.


    "Hi, sweetheart!"


    After picking up the little girl in white children''s clothes, Guo Shouyun carried her around and looked at Rowling and Neil Murray who were following behind.


    "Bruce, Christopher, and Molly, didn''t expect you to be there!"


    Rowling, who had a happy expression on her face, hurried over.


    Seeing her idol, the current friendship, Molly Bevan and Rowling have known each other for a short time, but the relationship between the two is extremely close. When Rowling came out, Molly Bevan took the initiative to meet her with a smile and gave the other a hug.


    "Al is going to be a transfer student at Columbia University for a year, and I''ll accompany him to report."


    "That''s great. We can get together these days!" Rowling said happily.


    "I''m afraid I''ll have to wait for the next time." Molly Bevan shook her head, "I''m going to fly to Athens soon, and then transfer to Crete to report to Professor Ramos."


    "Can''t you wait a few days?"


    "I''ve already asked for a five-day vacation this time, and I can''t delay it any longer."


    "That''s such a pity!"


    "Rowling, you both live so close together, there will still be time to chat together in the future!"


    Glancing at Guo Shouyun who was talking, Rowling held Molly Bevan''s jade hand, and she didn''t know what to say in her ear. Soon I saw Molly Bevan''s pretty face blushing and shaking her head.


    "That''s a pity. But I''m sure there will be many opportunities in the future!"


    "Rowling, Neil, I think we should go over there and talk! There are too many people here!" Christopher said aside.


    Hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement. The two women walked in front hand in hand, the three men and Jessica who was in Guo Shouyun''s arms followed, and everyone came to the rest area next to them. After introducing Al Bevan to Rowling and Neil Murray, they all sat and talked for a while.


    Originally, the Rowling family, who had been tired from the journey, followed Christopher to the hotel to settle down. But she insisted on getting Molly on the plane, so the plan was temporarily modified. But in this way, Guo Shouyun''s plan to whisper a few words between the lovers when Molly Bevan left was in vain. ?In the end, Guo Shouyun could only end his relationship with Molly Bevin with a hug and the sentence "Be careful with your route, call me when you get there", watching her back disappear into the boarding passage.


    "Bruce, if you really want to be with Bevin for a long time, you should try to marry her as a wife!" Rowling said aside.


    "I will!" After taking a deep breath, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Let''s go!"


    After greeting everyone, the group drove out of the airport together.


    The hotel that Guo Shouyun arranged for the Rowling family is also the Plaza Hotel. It''s close enough for everyone to meet. However, without Molly Bevin, Al Bevin is also ready to move back to the school. After all, he is not familiar with anyone except Guo Shouyun.


    "You drive the car first. When the time is up, the rental car company will call you, and you can pay it back. I have already paid the money!"


    "Thanks, Bruce!" Al Bevan said.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Can I get rid of your business?"


    "What''s up?"


    "Help me observe your roommate and see what his temperament is!"


    "Will Harrington, are you interested in him?" Although Al Bevan was rambunctious, he was not stupid.


    "Well! I think he is a talent in management, but he needs to know more. You happen to be in a dormitory with him, so you can observe him for me. If he has no personality flaws, his character is okay. I will give He has a good future." After a pause, he glanced at Al Bevan, "Don''t worry, I won''t let you go to waste!"


    "What''s the meaning?"


    Al Bevan''s eyes lit up, and he heard Guo Shouyun''s overtones.


    "Aren''t you planning to be a player''s agent? When you graduate next year, I can set up a football economic company with 5 million US dollars. You can take 49% of the equity and enjoy the decision-making power of the company." Guo Shouyun smiled. .


    "real?"


    Al Bevan''s eyes widened instantly.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively. From the past few days of getting along, he also saw Molly Bevan''s feelings for her family. Therefore, if you can win Al Bevan, it will be a positive factor for his relationship with Molly and future marriage, and for Molly''s father, Bevin, to agree that they will be together.


    At the same time, the bundling of interests is far more effective than any persuasion and promise!


    "I''m afraid such a good condition is not only for me to examine Will Harrington for you, there should be Molly''s factors in it!" After calming down, Al Bevan looked directly.


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun didn''t deny it, "I like Molly, and you are her younger brother. Therefore, if I want to be with her, I must manage my relationship with you." After a pause , after looking at Al Bevan, "If you feel embarrassed, you can disagree...!"


    "I''m not a fool, why don''t you agree to such a good condition!" Before Guo Shouyun finished speaking, he was interrupted by the other party.


    Looking at his slightly surprised expression, Al Bevan pouted.


    "I''ve noticed the way my sister looks at you! From what I know about her, as long as you don''t do anything out of the ordinary, she will always choose you as her other half. Moreover, these days, according to my opinion of you Observe, you are quite a good person. Therefore, I have no objection to Molly being with you. Since this is the case, there is no need for me to refuse your terms. Besides, it is so generous and has an appetite for me!"


    Guo Shouyun squinted and looked at the young man in front of him who was almost the same age as him. In addition to the initial impression of swaying, there was another layer of understanding.


    "Since you agree, then there''s no problem! If you encounter something in the United States that you can''t solve by yourself, remember to call me!"


    With that said, Guo Shouyun handed over the number of his personal mobile phone.


    After taking a look and putting it in his pocket, Al Bevan nodded.


    "If there''s nothing wrong, I''m leaving!"


    "Um!"


    Looking at the back figure that gradually disappeared after getting off the co-pilot seat and entering the Columbia campus, Guo Shouyun turned the steering wheel and returned to the Plaza Hotel.


    After waiting for these days, after Rowling''s arrival, he couldn''t wait to implement his own plan of drawing wages from the bottom of the pot.


    "Are you ready to start?"


    Christopher''s tone has a hint of solemnity Hmm! I''ve spoken to Neil and he promised to help. And, he told me. These days, he had mentioned this matter in Rowling''s ear, intentionally or unintentionally, and Rowling''s attitude was a little hesitant. Clearly, this has a good chance of succeeding. ...and of course, with your help in the middle!"


    "Now you are my immediate boss, do I dare not help?" After saying with a smile, Christopher patted Guo Shouyun''s upper arm, "Let''s go, don''t make them wait too long."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. The two went upstairs together, and after knocking on the door of Rowling''s luxury suite, they were warmly welcomed in.


    "Rowling, how are you resting these days?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Very good. Bruce, thank you for your thoughtful arrangement!"


    "Rowling, you are too kind. We are friends and we should help each other!"


    Rowling smiled, her eyes swept over the two of them, "Do you want to talk about book signings when you come here together?"


    "Book signings are just one of them!" Christopher said.


    "Oh?"


    Seeing Rowling''s puzzled expression, he turned to look at Guo Shouyun beside him, "It''s up to you!"


    The latter nodded, took a slight breath, and after correcting the color, "Rowling, you know that I like "Harry Potter" very much, and it happens that I also have a good production company in my hands. So, I plan to buy Download the film and television rights to Harry Potter."


    After being stunned for a moment, Rowling slowly shook her head, "Bruce, if the film and television copyright of "Harry Potter" is still in my hands, then I will definitely sell it to you. But unfortunately, in 1997 , its first four film and television rights have been sold to the British Heiman Films!"

 Chapter 84： Get your wish

    Chapter 84 Fulfilled


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    "Rowling, of course I am aware of this matter. But the signing of the contract does not mean that it is immutable. It is also possible to breach the contract in the middle!"


    "Breach of contract?" Rowling frowned slightly.


    "That''s right! I''ve researched the film and television licensing contract you signed with Heiman. To be honest, the ��1 million buy-out price is too much for the artistic value of the first four Harry Potter films. You should get a share of the box office. , instead of a mere ��1 million in cash!�� Rowling, if I were to make Harry Potter, as its author, you would be entitled to a minimum of 5% of the film''s gross box office in addition to the royalties This is in your interest!" Guo Shouyun said in a sure and tempting tone.


    After he finished speaking, he glanced at Rowling who looked hesitant, and then gave a wink to Neil Murray next to him.


    Neil Murray, who made a lot of money on the Thorn Bird Publishing Company, must of course be worthy of Guo Shouyun''s efforts.


    "Rowling, I think Bruce is very right. The price of ��1 million is too much for the artistic value of the first four Harry Potter books. You should take a share of the box office!"


    "Rowling, Bruce''s Matrix film, just made a new film, "Spiritual Records," which has grossed $93.55 million in North America in the past four months, and it has invested less than $5 million. It can be said to be a great success. It can also be seen that Bruce is really capable of adapting "Harry Potter" into a movie, and I believe that with his deep understanding of "Harry Potter", he must Let this work show the value it deserves!" Christopher also said.


    The persuasion from those close to her made the balance in Rowling''s heart start to shake.


    "Rowling, as long as you agree, I''ll deal with Warners and Heiman. And I''ll be responsible for the liquidated damages, you don''t have to worry about anything, just wait for the movie to be released and get your share of it. !"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s sincere eyes, then looking at his daughter snuggling in his arms, after his eyes quickly swept across Christopher and Neil Murray, JK Rowling, who was silent for a moment, finally nodded.


    "Well, you are all my best friends and lovers, and I trust your judgment!"


    Guo Shouyun was overjoyed, "Rowling, don''t worry! I will definitely make Harry Potter a masterpiece in the history of world cinema!"


    "That would be the best!"


    Rowling smiled and nodded.


    "Congratulations, both of you. But for the sake of the future, I think you should sign an agreement to regulate your responsibilities and obligations!" Christopher smiled.


    Guo Shouyun secretly praised, this guy is indeed an old fritter who has been in the workplace for decades, and every sentence is just right.


    "Rowling, what do you think?" Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Okay!" Rowling nodded. The phrase ''brothers settle accounts'' is just as common in the West.


    The two sides reached an agreement, and soon, with the help of Christopher, two agreements were drawn up. Guo Shouyun, who knew the future of "Harry Potter", directly bought out all the film and television and game adaptation rights of the entire book with 10 million pounds. Moreover, the agreement stipulates that Rowling enjoys a 5% share of the total revenue of the movie box office and peripheral products. And in order to prevent others from using the same means to pry his corner, at the end of the agreement, he directly added 200 million pounds of liquidated damages!


    In fact, according to Guo Shouyun''s idea, 200 million is still a bit low. But no matter how high it is, it will be too abrupt, and 200 million is enough to dispel the minds of those movie giants.


    Rowling did not object, and the conditions given by Guo Shouyun were almost the top in the industry. Except for him, I am afraid no one will come up with better conditions.


    After the agreement was signed, everyone present signed a non-disclosure agreement. After all, until Rowling''s contract with Heiman Pictures was terminated, the contract they signed was still illegal.


    "Christopher, ''I don''t bother the two masters at all'', I''ll leave the cancellation of the contract to you!" Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the living room after returning to his room, said solemnly.


    Christopher Reiter nodded, this was what they had discussed before, and he was Rowling''s manager strictly speaking.


    "Since I got on your pirate ship, I can''t get off at all!" Christopher sighed.


    "My boat is a genuine ''golden boat'', are you willing to go?"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s smiling face, Christopher Ritter shook his head slightly and stood up.


    "I just hope I don''t get kicked off by you anytime!"


    "Christopher, I''m a nostalgic person!"


    Christopher Ritter glanced at him and nodded, "I''ll take care of the copyright. But Time Warner is not easy to deal with, you have to be prepared!"


    "Don''t worry, I''m not a pure film investor!" Guo Shouyun said to himself.


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    Alnwick Castle, where Chris Columbus and his crew are filming the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in Harry Potter. In his opinion, the castle, built in the 11th century, is very suitable. David Heyman has no problem with that either.


    He has high hopes for this fantasy novel, and he often comes here recently. It''s a blessing for David Heyman to watch a movie he''s invested heavily in moving forward a little bit every day.


    "Chris, when will the movie be finished?" David Heyman approached during the break.


    "It depends on the specific situation, but it should be fine in the middle of next year!" Chris Columbus thought for a while and then said.


    "In the middle of next year!" David Heyman nodded, and just as he was about to continue asking, he saw his secretary hurried over with his cell phone.


    "Boss, emergency call from Mr. Parsons from Warners!"


    "Anything?" David Heyman asked as he took the phone.


    After the secretary glanced at Chris Columbus next to him, he lowered his voice and said, "It''s about "Harry Potter"!"


    David Heyman was stunned for a moment, then quickly responded, "Chris, I''m going to make a call!"


    "OK!"


    Chris Columbus nodded. Although the voice of the other party''s female secretary was lowered just now, he did not hear anything. Although he also wanted to know the content of the call, Chris Columbus understood that, as a film director, he did not have the right to know any information related to the capital level for the first time.


    Taking the mobile phone to the no-man''s place next to him, David Heyman found the familiar number that existed in it and dialed it.


    "Mr. Parsons, this is David Heyman!"


    "Mr. Heyman, I know how much money you paid for the rights to the four Harry Potter novels and movies?"


    David Heiman was taken aback for a moment, "Mr. Parsons, I assure you, the film and television adaptation rights of the first four novels of "Harry Potter" must be in the hands of Heiman Films...!"


    Time Warner CEO Richard Parsons, who is known for his gentleness in David Heyman''s impression, interrupted him roughly this time Mr. Heyman, please answer my question . This is very important to Time Warner, and to you at Heiman Films! "


    The content of the contract was a company secret, but from Richard Parsons'' tone, David Heyman knew he couldn''t keep his mouth shut.


    "��1 million!"


    "Are there any other supplements?"


    "No! ... Mr. Parsons, is there something wrong with the copyright?"


    "Just half an hour ago, we received a call from Rowling''s agent, Christopher Ritter, who accused us of being too stingy in purchasing rights, which did not meet the market value of "Harry Potter" and demanded renegotiation!"


    "What? Renegotiation?"


    "That''s right! I think Mr. Heyman will get a call from him soon too!"


    As soon as Richard Parsons finished speaking, David Heyman saw the female secretary walking towards him again, looking at the mobile phone she was holding in her hand, and the ''call from the company'' mouth, there was a haze It quickly enveloped David Heyman''s mind.


    "...Mr. Heiman, please come to Los Angeles as soon as possible. If this matter is not handled properly, our cooperation may end!"


    "Okay, Mr. Parsons, I''ll get to Los Angeles asap!"


    After hanging up, David Heyman frowned, took out his cell phone and called Christopher Ritter. But the prompt that no one answered made him feel that things were out of control. He quickly took out his personal mobile phone to call Rowling, but no one answered.


    With a squeak, David Heyman couldn''t think of anything else, "Kerry, book me a plane ticket to Los Angeles, the fastest flight."


    "Okay, Boss!"

 Chapter 85： book signing

    Chapter 85 Book Signing


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    "10 million pounds of licensing fees, 10% of the box office share, how is this possible!"


    When David Heyman hurried to Time Warner headquarters in Los Angeles, he received the latest news from Christopher.


    "The other party only gave us one week to think about it. If we can''t meet the conditions, we will breach the contract and withdraw the authorization!" After a pause, Richard Parsons glanced at the shocked man next to him, " Mr. Heyman, Warners can''t pay such a high price for a novel that hasn''t proven itself on the big screen, even if it sells!"


    "It''s impossible for any studio to accept such terms, and I think the reason they want it so high is to make room for negotiations. ... Mr. Parsons, next we need to find Christopher Ritter, with He will talk in detail face to face." David Heyman said quickly after thinking for a while.


    Richard Parsons nodded in agreement.


    "Negotiations will take place soon, but we also have to be prepared for the other side to default!"


    David Heyman was shocked.


    "Breach of contract? No, it''s impossible to breach the contract." He shook his head hastily. "Now we''ve spent nearly $10 million on the Harry Potter movies. According to the statutory liquidated damages clause, he wants to give us 130 % compensation! Neither Christopher Ritter nor J.K. Rowling can come up with that much money."


    "They may not have that much money, but not everyone else!"


    Hearing Richard Parsons'' meaningful words, David Heyman''s pupils instantly shrank.


    "Does Mr. Parsons know something?"


    Richard Parsons shook his head, "There is no more news for the time being. However, I believe that without the help of the third force, Christopher Ritter would not have seized on the copyright issue at this time. ."


    David Heyman thought for a moment and nodded. If Christopher Ritter and J.K. Rowling really planned to increase the price of the film and television rights of "Harry Potter", it would not have been delayed until now, and they would not have given such incredible conditions as soon as they came up.


    "I believe that with the power of Warner, it should not be difficult to find the pretender hidden behind the scenes!"


    "Of course!" Richard Parsons smiled confidently, but the sadness between his brows did not disappear.


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    "Is there any news from Warners and Heiman Pictures?"


    Guo Shouyun rubbed his wrists. There were unexpectedly many people looking for him to sign and sell books these days. After writing too many words, his wrists became sore.


    "I''ve called three times and wanted to make an appointment with me! But according to what you told me, they''ve all declined!" Christopher Ritter said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "After a week of delay, it is enough to declare the default directly!"


    "What if they actually agree to our terms?" Christopher frowned after glancing at him.


    "Unless Richard Parsons and David Heyman are in a daze, agree to ��10m royalties and 10% of the box office!"


    Christopher nodded and agreed with Guo Shouyun''s judgment. Although "Harry Potter" is in full swing all over the world, it has not proved its worth on the big screen. No matter how rich Time Warner and Heiman Pictures are, it is impossible to give such high conditions.


    "It''s almost time! Let''s go!" Christopher looked at his watch and stood up.


    "I really regret that I promised you to do book signings. I''ve been exhausted these two days!" Guo Shouyun couldn''t help complaining as he stood up.


    "Bruce, today is the last day, so please bear with it. Besides, thanks to this promotion, "Finding Nemo" sold 238,000 copies directly or indirectly in the past two days, creating the best sales result for your new book. Now You''re a world-renowned best-selling author...!"


    "OK, OK, Christopher, I must finish today''s book signing. Let''s go, don''t make Rowling wait for a long time!" Guo Shouyun said quickly. He knew that if he didn''t interrupt Christopher next, this guy would be just like Tang Seng, and he would take the trouble to encourage him to participate in the next book signing at the ''Philadelphia Station''. But after the book signing in New York, he really got tired of the tedious sales pitch.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s running back, Christopher shook his head helplessly. Even though he knew this would be the result, he couldn''t help but want to try it. Gein''s book signing was a huge boost to book publishing. In particular, Guo Shouyun''s image, education, and background all have the potential to become a high-quality idol. As long as it is done around a dozen book signing events in the United States, Canada, Australia and other places, he has absolute confidence and packs Guo Shouyun as a celebrity. A star writer of world influence.


    It''s a pity that although his plan is good, Guo Shouyun doesn''t cooperate no matter what. In addition, the other party is not only his own boss, but also the biggest cash cow of Bramble Bird, which makes Christopher feel a little helpless.


    "Hi, Rowling."


    "Bruce!"


    After leaving the room, Guo Shouyun, who came to the corridor, happened to see Rowling walking out of the room behind closed doors.


    After greeting, "Why didn''t you see Neil and Jessica?"


    "Jessica starts school next week and Neil intends to take her to relax in New York before she leaves."


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, "I''m really unqualified as a godfather. Taking Jessica to play in New York should be what I should do."


    "You say that, isn''t my mother even more unqualified?"


    "Bruce, Rowling, it''s almost time!" Christopher interrupted.


    The two nodded their heads and walked out with him. Downstairs, after meeting the security provided by the security company, they left the Plaza Hotel and came to Central Park.


    At the beginning, the book signing event for the two was held at the Plaza Hotel, but after too many people came, which had hindered the normal operation of the hotel, they changed the location to the open Central Park.


    When the two got out of the car and walked to the widest plaza in Central Park, book fans had already lined up in a long line along the yellow line.


    "Bruce, I love you!"


    "Bruce, I''m going to give you a baby!"


    Compared with the quietness of Rowling''s book fans, Guo Shouyun''s book fans'' performance is much more crazy. There is no way to do this. Girls who are sixteen or seventeen years old and at the age of rebellion, never know what reason is.


    Moreover, he hardly had to guess to know that these girls were diehard fans of "Fifty Shades of Grey".


    "Bruce, you are much more popular than I am!" Rowling laughed as she walked away after glancing at the crowd.


    "Rowling, I''d rather not be so popular!" Guo Shouyun shook his head with a wry smile. In the past two days, she has been kissed by these crazy girls with a face full of flowers. The lipstick prints on the face are estimated to be enough for a lipstick. Fortunately, Molly Bevin was not here, otherwise she would have gone mad when she saw this situation, no matter how cold her temper was.


    "Don''t you guys like to be sought after by women?" Rowling laughed.


    "Just the right amount of pursuit is the enjoyment. If you overdo it, you are afraid!"


    After shaking his head, Guo Shouyun sat down in his seat.


    The two sat down, which means that today''s book signing officially began. As the security personnel let go of the flow of people, the people in front of them excitedly ran towards the two of them.


    Rowling''s first fan was a young man of twenty-six or seven years old, while Guo Shouyun''s first fan was an uncle in his early forties.


    This is quite strange. In the past two days, Guo Shouyun is the first time to see such a young person among his fans.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    This uncle dressed in ordinary black looks a bit restrained.


    "Hello!" After nodding, Guo Shouyun pointed to the "Finding Nemo" in his uncle''s hand, "Do you need me to sign it?"


    "Yes! I want to use your autographed set of Finding Nemo as my present to Charlie at age seven!"


    "Charlie?"


    "My son is very smart and likes to read some children''s books! I learned from the Internet that your "Finding Nemo" is very good, so I plan to buy it for him!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Thank you very much for your interest, please give me the book!"


    The black uncle nodded and hurriedly handed over the book in his hand. After opening the title page, Guo Shouyun was about to pick up the pen, but his men suddenly stopped.


    "Sir, what''s your son''s name?"


    "Charlie Walls!"


    After nodding clearly, Guo Shouyun picked up the pen and wrote on the title page, "I wish Charlie Walls a happy birthday and a bright future. Bruce Guo, September 15, 2000!"


    "Do you think this is okay?"


    "Yes, yes. Thank you very much!"


    After taking it over and taking a closer look, the black uncle nodded gratefully to Guo Shouyun, then turned and left.


    Looking at his excited back, Guo Shouyun felt that this book signing finally had some different value.


    However, when he saw the blond girl who was about eighteen years old, he couldn''t wait to run over and looked excited. The corners of his mouth couldn''t help twitching.


    "Bruce, I love you!"


    He quickly stood up to stop the girl who was rushing towards him, "Ma''am, should I sign your autograph? There are many people waiting behind you!"


    The girl struggled reluctantly, but she couldn''t get over Guo Shouyun''s strength to grab her arm. After several attempts, it finally gave up.


    But just as Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief and was about to sit down to sign, the blond girl rolled her eyes, suddenly unzipped her jacket, and pulled the white shirt inside, revealing her left side. Most of the white and tender breasts.


    "Sign me here!"


    The physique of Western women makes them generally have measurements that surpass that of Eastern women, and the eighteen-year-old is already mature and immature, so the **** of the girl in front of Guo Shouyun''s eyes are really stalwart. It is also very eye-catching for any man with a normal orientation, but the premise is that it is in the right situation.


    Guo Shouyun''s conservative Eastern traditional thinking really can''t make him sign his name on a girl''s chest in front of everyone''s eyes.


    After being embarrassed for a while, he hurriedly picked up a copy of "The Hangover" next to it, opened the title page and quickly signed his name, regardless of whether the other party paid or not, and handed it over directly.


    "Thanks for your support!"


    Without letting Guo Shouyun sign his name where he wanted, the girl was naturally dissatisfied. Fortunately, the security guard Christopher invited to maintain order was not for nothing. After Guo Shouyun gave a wink, the other party hurried forward and stopped between the two.


    Seeing that her plan could not succeed, the girl reluctantly left with the book "The Hangover" in her arms.


    While he was relieved, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but sigh in his heart for the boldness of the American girl.


    "Bruce, it looks like your fans really like you!"


    Listening to Rowling''s ridicule beside him, Guo Shouyun responded with a wry smile.


    "Don''t let Molly know about it!"


    "Don''t worry, Molly isn''t that stingy!"


    As new fans came up, the two began to get busy again. Compared with the relative rationality of Rowling''s book fans, Guo Shouyun''s book fans are really all kinds of demons. Fortunately, after more experience, he also adapted.

 Chapter 86： Gold Futures

    Chapter 86 Gold Futures


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    One day passed quickly, and the three-day New York station book signing event finally came to a successful conclusion. Guo Shouyun, who swore that he never wanted to experience the second time again, no matter how Christopher and Rowling persuaded him, he would never go to Philadelphia or other cities.


    After seeing Neil Murray and Jessica off the next afternoon, while Christopher accompanied Rowling to Philadelphia, Guo Shouyun came to the office of Wall Street Phoenix Asset Management.


    "It took nearly two months, and the funds of 400 million US dollars have been fully invested in the secondary market. Under the leverage of 5 times, we now hold 2.4 billion US dollars, or about 27.429 million shorts of Enron, on average. The price per share is 87.5 yuan!"


    Looking through the information provided by William Zhang, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "The $60 million in August and the $60 million in September haven''t been put in yet?"


    "No! There is not much news about Enron from the outside world. Once we suppress Enron''s stock price too hard, it is easy to cause Enron''s stock price to rebound. Once it exceeds the warning line we set, margin must be added. Let it guarantee an orderly fall, ''boiled frogs'' in our best interest."


    "Has Enron Company been doing anything recently?" Guo Shouyun nodded and asked.


    "Kenneth Lay and Geoffrey Skilling are still proclaiming to the outside world through the media that Enron''s stock price will reach $130, but in fact they are secretly selling Enron''s stock in private. These two guys, the federal government The law will put them in jail." William Zhang said with disgust in his words.


    Kenneth Lay and Jeffrey Skilling, one is the chairman of Enron, the other is the CEO of Enron, and the financial scandal of Enron is obviously directed by the two.


    Unlike William Zhang''s hatred of the two, Guo Shouyun had little feeling for them. In the process of capital chasing, few people are clean.


    "Have An Ran''s people approached you?"


    They are manipulating billions of dollars to short Enron, and it is a securities lending operation, so they can''t hide it.


    "Not yet! But some of my colleagues on Wall Street have made a lot of calls before."


    "When Enron''s stock price starts to fall, more people will call!"


    "Many people are watching now, and our Phoenix just happens to be a weather vane. By the way, Boss. John Jamison, a senior partner at Goldman Sachs, wants to meet you!"


    "People from Goldman Sachs?" Guo Shouyun frowned slightly, "Do you know why?"


    "I don''t know for now. But I worked with him briefly when I was in *****. He is a sharp-eyed guy who made a fairly accurate analysis of the rise and fall of the Dow Jones during the 1992 economic crisis. estimate."


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, took a few steps in William Zhang''s office, and after thinking for a while, "You promise me, make an appointment by the way. I also really want to know how this Goldman Sachs guy is looking for me. for what?"


    "Yes!"


    After settling down the meeting with John Jamison, Guo Shouyun temporarily put the matter behind him, and the moment he raised his head, his eyes narrowed.


    "Is that the World Trade Center?"


    After taking a look at the twin towers of the World Trade Center in the distance, William Zhang said with a smile: "If the boss likes it, we can move the company''s office there!"


    "Forget it, I''m afraid of heights!"


    Guo Shouyun immediately denied it. He finally set up the Phoenix Company, but he didn''t want it to be destroyed on 9/11.


    "By the way, during this time, you helped me find two fund managers and set up two funds under Phoenix!"


    "Set up two more funds?"


    "Yeah!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "If Phoenix wants to grow, it''s impossible to use all my funds to support it. We need to use low-risk investment funds to attract customers!"


    In the future, there will definitely be more and more companies in which he has a stake, and he can completely use his voice in these companies to take part of their funds in the bank and hand them over to Phoenix Asset Management Company for investment. Of course, Guo Shouyun''s control over these shareholding companies is definitely not as thorough as that of Matrix Films. Therefore, a low-risk asset management plan that can convince the board and management is extremely important.


    With the foundation of these companies, and the performance of Phoenix itself, it is relatively easy to absorb external funds and companies. In this way, Phoenix has truly broken away from Guo Shouyun''s support and has become a large company in asset management with industry influence.


    Moreover, with these funds as the foundation, it is also convenient for Guo Shouyun to occupy resources first when the funds are insufficient. For example, now he is optimistic about Goldman Sachs, but he has insufficient funds to acquire shares of Goldman Sachs. However, if the funds under Phoenix Asset Management are sufficient, they can first gather the medium-risk funds from the various funds under Asset Management, and take the shares of Goldman Sachs first, and wait until Guo Shouyun has sufficient funds. buy this share.


    In this way, it is definitely easier to buy from other investment institutions than to switch from left to right.


    "I will recruit the personnel in the shortest possible time." William Zhang nodded.


    "That''s good!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun glanced at the World Trade Center in the distance, with a hint of deepness in his eyes, "William, do you think the Nasdaq crisis has bottomed out now?"


    William Zhang was stunned for a moment, unable to keep up with the rapid change in his thinking. But in the end, he is an elite who has been in the financial industry for decades. After thinking for a while, he said, "It should have reached the bottom, but the inflection point of the stock market has not yet appeared."


    "Is there still room for gold to fall?"


    "gold?"


    "Not bad!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    While ''shorting Enron'' is a lucrative investment opportunity, Enron''s market cap is only $80 billion and its capacity is limited. Therefore, under the leverage of five times the leverage, Guo Shouyun''s investment in the short Enron project is limited to 3 billion to 4 billion US dollars.


    In this way, it not only satisfies its own benefits, but also leaves enough opportunities for others. However, Guo Shouyun''s remaining funds need an investment direction, and gold is the best choice at present.


    "After the Nasdaq crisis, gold is still in a downtrend. The current price of gold in the New York gold market is $273 an ounce. It is still relatively high relative to 1999. So I think with the market After the panic of the Nasdaq crisis has calmed down, there is still room for gold to fall further." After a pause, William Zhang thought for a moment, "I think in the next two to three months, gold will fall to $260, or even lower. !"


    "Can I understand that the best chance for gold in 2000 is to go short?" Guo Shouyun said clearly.


    "Yes, but it''s better not to use high leverage, it''s too risky!"


    Looking at William Zhang''s serious expression, Guo Shouyun nodded In fact, he did not intend to go short, but wanted to find a suitable opportunity to enter the market to go long. Because from March to July 2001, it was the time when Argentina''s financial crisis broke out and deepened. Gold is sure to have a very big rally during this time.


    In fact, for Guo Shouyun, the best opportunity to make money is to short the Argentine peso, or Argentina''s national debt, which is definitely more profitable than gold. However, Guo Shouyun is not Soros. The latter is playing finance. He can set off the 1997 Asian financial crisis without any scruples, and is reviled by Southeast Asian countries. But Guo Shouyun still has a lot of industrial assets. He does not want to offend the Argentine government too much and lose the market of this big South American country.


    So, take the second place, gold has become the best choice.


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun turned around and said with a smile, "It seems that you are going to help me set up another hedge fund!"


    "The boss really wants to invest in gold?"


    "First invest 5 million US dollars and go short with twice the leverage. You come to grasp it!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Five million dollars is just a test. If William Zhang''s prediction on gold is as accurate as he said, Guo Shouyun will enter the market later when the price of gold reaches 260 yuan per ounce. Otherwise, he will re-enter the market a month before the outbreak of Argentina''s financial crisis, according to his established plan.


    "clear!"


    William Zhang nodded seriously.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and looked at the time.


    "It''s noon, let''s go, I''ll treat you to lunch!"


    "I know there is a good Chinese restaurant nearby!" William Zhang laughed.


    "You are an ''old horse who knows the way'', where to eat, I will listen to you!"��


    Talking and laughing, the two left the office of Phoenix Asset Management Company.

 Chapter 87： SOC system chip

    Chapter 87 SOC System-on-Chip


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    In the next two days, Guo Shouyun started looking for a house in the wealthy area of ??New York. Now San Francisco and Los Angeles have a foothold, and New York, where Thornbird and Phoenix Asset Management are headquartered, is no exception. And, after Rowling left New York, he wasn''t going to stay at the Plaza Hotel any more.


    Money can make ghosts run the mill, and Guo Shouyun, who likes quietness, rejected the hustle and bustle of the Upper East Side of New York and bought a luxury manor worth $18 million, covering an area of ??3.6 acres and 14,400 square meters, on the seaside of East Hampton. Instead of paying the full amount, take a monthly payment of $56,000 a month with a $3.6 million down payment.


    A 20% down payment, plus a 30-year repayment period, has almost become a must for Guo Shouyun to buy a house now. Because he knows very well that the dollar will definitely depreciate faster than the 6% annual mortgage rate in the future. Moreover, he can enjoy the benefits of house price appreciation. This deal is absolutely worth it.


    "Boss, Juji will not let go and insist on $25 million!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was holding the phone, could not help frowning. Since Juji Electronics agreed to sell its CDMA department and patents, Qin Zhicheng has been talking to the other party on behalf of Guo Shouyun. After two months of wrestling, the price has overwhelmed the current $25 million from the initial $40 million. Although Guo Shouyun can still afford the money, but now he can''t wait to split a dollar into two and spend it in half.


    Since writing the book, his royalties have been 19 million in June, 32 million in July, and peaked at 45 million in August. But after the three-month sales peak, the monthly sales figures for the first releases of "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Fifty Shades of Grey" and "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" inevitably began to slip, despite the fact that "Finding Nemo" and "Finding Beasts" Supplementary to The Hangover, September''s sales still fell. Although the final result has not yet come out, it will definitely not exceed the value of 40 million.


    Because the U.S. tax time is April 15, there is still more than half a year from now, so there is no need to worry too much. Therefore, the money can be completely controlled by Guo Shouyun.


    However, from the royalties in June and July, 15 million was used as the start-up capital for the filming of "The Fast and the Furious"; 10 million was used for the filming of "Chainsaw" and the publicity of "Smart Ghost Recording"; 1000 After Wan invested in Guo''s Business Group, he had less than 8 million working capital left.


    The royalties for August and September should be allocated 30 million yuan each, and Guo Shouyun will take 30 million yuan from the ''Thorn Bird'' and put it into the Phoenix Company''s ''Thunder Investment Plan'' to short Enron.


    Therefore, after going to Guo Shouyun to buy a house, after the last investment in buying art in Central Park, he now only has about 15 million working capital.


    After deducting the 5 million that promised William Zhang to short gold, there is only 10 million left. 10 million is 25 million, which is 1.5 times worse. Fortunately, the Matrix game "Counter-Strike" CD-ROM sold well, has generated nearly 50 million US dollars in profit in a few months. With this money, it is enough to buy the CDMA patent and R&D department of Juji.


    "Do you think there is still room for lower prices?"


    "Yes, but not much!"


    Nodding slightly, after thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun turned to ask, "How is the PayPal acquisition?"


    "12 million, I think they still have some lions to open their mouths."


    "12 million is 12 million. Don''t delay. By the way, after the acquisition is successful, remember to reserve 10% of the options for management and major technical personnel!" After frowning slightly, Guo Shouyun quickly made a decision.


    The most valuable thing about PayPal is not only its online payment, but also the famous "PayPal gang" in later generations. The talents who came out from here have founded a large number of world-renowned "unicorn" companies. These include the Space Exploration Technology Company founded by Elon Musk, Tesla and Suncity, etc.; and LinkedIn, which should have been founded by Reid Hoffman, but is now preempted by Guo Shouyun; YouTube, Yelp, the largest business review site in the United States, a data analysis software company widely used by the U.S. government, and Slide, the world''s most popular photo sharing site, etc.


    The combined market cap of these post-PayPal unicorns exceeds $75 billion.


    Moreover, Peter Thiel, Rulov Botha, Peter Thiel and other elites in the field of investment and hedge funds also appeared in PayPal.


    Gaining a PayPal can not only get the world''s most widely used Internet payment company, but also greatly make up for the shortcomings of Guo Shouyun''s talents. With this relationship, through angels, VCs, and PEs, they can intervene in these unicorn companies in advance, earn huge profits, and have a deeper influence on Silicon Valley.


    Compared to these, $12 million is not at all expensive, even cheap. If it wasn''t for the fear that PayPal''s talents were not as concentrated as they were later, Guo Shouyun would have already started.


    "Understood, Boss. What about Juji Company, continue talking?"


    When it comes to Juji, Guo Shouyun has a headache. Because it not only involves huge acquisition funds, but more importantly, how will it develop after winning the CDMA patent and R&D department of Juji Company?


    Guo Shouyun''s ambition is definitely not just the baseband chip, but the entire SOC, commonly known as system-on-chip or system-on-chip.


    But SOC, in addition to the baseband chip, mainly has two parts: CPU and GPU. As for higher integration, SOC with ISP, HIFI, WIFI, GPS is still a little early. After all, 3D communication is still in its infancy.


    Therefore, the basic factors that determine the quality of mobile phone chips are CPU, GPU and baseband chips.


    When it comes to CPU and GPU, we have to thank ARM. The public version of GPU and CPU architecture and IP design provided by them have good performance. As long as they are integrated into one, they can meet the needs of low-end mobile phone manufacturers. But if Guo Shouyun intends to set foot in the high-end, he must have his own CPU and GPU development capabilities. Of course, the microarchitecture is still ARM. After all, before his rebirth, whether Apple, Samsung, Qualcomm, or even global chip designers were using the ARM microarchitecture. However, the IP content under the micro-architecture has to be designed by itself.


    For example: ARM''s micro-architecture is a rough house, and the layout and appearance have been fixed. IP content is the soft furnishings inside, including sofas, wallpapers, furniture, and more. If you choose ARM IP content, you are choosing a model room, beautiful but not necessarily completely practical. If you design IP content yourself, it must be the most suitable for your own life needs and the most comfortable to live in.


    For mobile phone manufacturers that do not have their own CPU and GPU development capabilities, they can choose ARM''s public version architecture and IP content, and then plug in a cheap baseband chip from MediaTek, and a low-end mobile phone can be launched on the market. At the beginning of China''s Meizu, Gionee and the like did this.


    Apple, Samsung, and Huawei are powerful, so they only use ARM''s microarchitecture to develop all the content themselves, and then integrate non-Netcom basebands or Qualcomm''s baseband chips, which is a layer higher.


    Now, after Guo Shouyun bought the CDMA patent and R&D department of Juji, it is equivalent to Infineon, ZTE and Ericsson in later generations, only baseband, but no CPU and GPU, and no mobile phone platform to ensure profitability.


    Therefore, the most suitable path for Guo Shouyun at present is to take advantage of the baseband chip after acquiring the CDMA patent and R&D department of Juji, plus the ARM micro-architecture and IP content, to build a low-end SOC first. Make money first, then grow slowly. As for whether to choose Qualcomm''s ''pure SOC'' road, or the ''SOC plus mobile phone'' road of Apple, Samsung, and Huawei, there is still time for him to consider.


    "Don''t delay any longer, sign the contract!"


    Although there are no competitors, Guo Shouyun wants to get this thing done early, and then find profit space for this acquisition.


    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a sudden knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    "Boss, Professor Fred is here!" Wendy Solo pushed in the door and said.


    "You take him to the living room first, and I''ll go there right away!"


    "OK!"


    After she left, Guo Shouyun picked up the phone again, "The acquisition of the CDMA patent and R&D department of Juji Company is like this. After the acquisition is completed, I will give you a week off. When the vacation is over, I have a new task for you. you."


    "OK!"


    "If it''s okay, I hang up?"


    "Boss, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun got up and walked to the hanger, took out his coat and put it on, pushed open the door and walked out.

 Chapter 88： Savior

    Chapter 88 The Savior


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    "boss!"


    When Guo Shouyun went out, there was a middle-aged man in his early thirties who was over 180 cm tall, with a strong physique, serious expression, slightly dark complexion, and obvious mixed-race features in his appearance.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded at him. After a few days of getting along, he was relatively satisfied with the former SEAL retired special forces bodyguard that Wendy Solo found for him. With half German ancestry, he has a rigorous and responsible attitude unique to Germans, and the other half of Chinese ancestry also gives him enough loyalty and enthusiasm.


    Rudy Mueller Chen, a three-generation Chinese, father of three, came here for Guo Shouyun''s $20,000 monthly salary. Similarly, after a few days of getting along with him, he is quite satisfied with his approachable Chinese-American boss.


    After bringing Rudy to the reception room, Guo Shouyun''s eyes quickly focused on the old man sitting on the sofa chatting with Wendy.


    "Professor Fred, nice to meet you!"


    Guo Shouyun greeted him with a smile.


    Parson Fred stood up and held the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out.


    "Mr. Guo is very polite."


    After a simple greeting, the two were seated separately.


    "I believe Wendy has told me the purpose of inviting you here just now?"


    "Yes. Please rest assured, sir, our Fred Studio has the world''s top oil painting restoration technology!" Parson Fred said confidently.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun also believes in this. This professor of optimization and restoration at Pratt Institute of Art is not only a senior member of the International Association for the Protection of History, Culture and Art, but also a special oil painting restoration expert for a series of large and small art institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art in New York.


    It is precisely because of this that Guo Shouyun specially invited him to restore the oil painting "Salvator Mundi", which more than 80% of which may belong to Leonardo da Vinci''s genuine work, which he bought from the auction.


    "I invited Professor Fred because of your excellent skills in oil painting restoration!" After that, Guo Shouyun stood up, "Professor, I will show you the painting!"


    "OK!"


    Under the leadership of Guo Shouyun, the group came to the second basement of the manor. After verifying the triple protection of iris, fingerprint and password, the password door at the bank vault level slowly opened. Soon, a nearly 500-square-meter secret room neatly lined with steel display racks appeared in front of everyone.


    One of the main reasons why Guo Shouyun bought this luxury manor covering an area of ??nearly 15,000 mu at the beginning was this super large and extremely well-protected storage room.


    Of course, most of the display racks in this storage room are empty now, and there are only three artworks on a display rack directly opposite.


    It was the last time Guo Shouyun accompanied Molly Bevan to buy from the auction ''one of the masterpieces of Maurice de Vlaminck, one of the masterpieces of the French Fauvism master in the 19th century'', the Qianlong official kiln ware'' powder. Colorful flower and butterfly pattern Ruyi ear gourd Zun'', and Guo Shouyun''s most important ''Leonardo da Vinci "The Savior"''!


    "Professor Fred, the next thing you want to restore is this painting!"


    Before coming to the exhibition stand, looking in the direction of the opponent''s finger, "The Savior", which was covered with thick oil paint and was not of a high level, caught Parson Fred''s eyes. He raised his eyes on the bridge of his nose, and after a moment of careful examination, he couldn''t help frowning.


    "Mr. Guo, with all due respect, the artistic level of this Da Vinci imitation painting is limited. Although it may have been passed down for decades or even hundreds of years, it is not worth the effort to restore."


    "I understand. But this painting is very important to me. Professor Fred must repair it. For this, I am willing to pay any price!" Guo Shouyun emphasized.


    When the true face of this "Salvator Mundi" was still covered up under thick paint, calling it the real work of Leonardo da Vinci would only provoke the other party''s ridicule. Therefore, Guo Shouyun can only temporarily change the statement.


    "All right!"


    Parson Fred nodded. Anyway, he is here to make money. Since the other party insists, he will repair this "Savior".


    "One more point, please agree with Professor Fred. Restoration of this painting can only be done in my home, it cannot be brought back to your studio!"


    "This will slow down the progress of the repair!" Parson Fred frowned.


    "It''s okay. Also, I''ll pay you according to the length of the repair!"


    Parson Fred was soon out of his mind. As long as he can guarantee his own income, he is willing to respect any conditions of the client.


    "When can I start?" Parson Fred said.


    "at any time!"


    "Understood, I''ll go back and prepare the things I''ll use, and come on time at 9 am tomorrow!"


    "Okay, I will arrange someone to receive you!"


    After watching Parson Fred''s back gradually disappear into the distance with a calm expression, "Rudy, you will be responsible for the security of the oil paintings in the future. After Professor Fred comes every day, he is responsible for removing the oil paintings from the storage room. Take it out and put it back in after the day''s repairs are done."


    "Understood, but your safety?"


    "Wendy will recruit more bodyguards for me. Of course, if you have suitable candidates, you can also recommend them." After a pause, Guo Shouyun turned around, "I believe you should understand the conditions for my recruitment!"


    Looking at his deep and dignified eyes, Rudy Mueller Chen froze in his heart and said solemnly: "Boss, rest assured, I will strictly check on your security personnel, and those who are not innocent and have no bad deeds will be resolute. No trick."


    "As long as you know!"


    "How many people do you need...?"


    "The more the better!" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "Understood!"


    Although it is still a little early, Guo Shouyun likes to plan ahead. Assemble a capable and trustworthy Guard before you truly become the super-rich of all people.


    He has the opportunity to earn money, but his "life" only comes once!


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    The core private club in Manhattan, New York, as one of the top private clubs in the United States, can provide all the top services you can imagine. Whether it''s yachts, planes, or beautiful women, as long as you are a member here, then everything is OK.


    Guo Shouyun came to the core club for the first time. After a brief glance, he was led by the service staff to an elegantly decorated room.


    Looking at the middle-aged man who was wearing a dark blue suit and gold-rimmed glasses, Guo Shouyun walked up with a smile.


    "Mr. Jamison, nice to meet you!"


    While holding Guo Shouyun''s right hand, John Jamison not only looked at the famous American writer in front of him. Of course, what really interests him is not just the identity of the other writer, but his power and courage to stir up the situation in the financial circle.


    "Mr. Guo''s youth is beyond my expectations. When I was your age, I was still fantasizing about tomorrow in college. And Mr. Guo is now the youngest billionaire in the United States!"


    "Thank you. It''s only by fate that I have achieved what I have now!"


    "Is this oriental humility?"


    "Humility is a good quality, it belongs to the world!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Haha, that''s right!...Please sit down!"


    "Please!"


    After the two were seated separately, "What does Mr. Guo like to drink?"


    "Tea!"


    "I love tea too, it keeps my mind clear. And it doesn''t taste as strong as coffee!" John Jamison smiled after nodding.


    "So I have a common hobby with Mr. Jamison!"


    "For the sake of this common hobby, we should communicate more in the future!"


    "No problem, I like to make friends! Especially a good friend like Mr. Jamison." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Me too! Chatting with great people is always a pleasure!"


    The two looked at each other and smiled, and the first time they met, everyone communicated happily. After ordering tea, complimenting each other and chatting a few times, UU reading inevitably got to the point.


    Taking a sip of the black tea in the cup, John Jamison glanced at the young man on the opposite side. After thinking for a while, while putting down the teacup, "Mr. Guo, if you don''t mind, can I ask a relatively private question?"


    "Of course! If there is any problem, Mr. Jamison can speak bluntly!" After Guo Shouyun was slightly startled, he instantly understood that he was about to enter the theme of today''s meeting.


    John Jamison nodded, "Phoenix has shorted Enron for nearly $3 billion in the past two months, but it has caused quite a stir on Wall Street. Although I don''t know much about Enron''s specific operations, over the past few years it has The company''s operating conditions have been maintained well. The revenue of natural gas distribution business, communications business and energy business in the United States has increased significantly, enabling Enron to achieve $101 billion in revenue this year. Investment institutions and financial magazines around the world are optimistic about the future of Enron''s stock. It will rise. Phoenix is ??the only financial company in the market that has shorted Enron on a large scale. I am curious as to why? Of course, if the secrets of Phoenix are involved, Mr. Guo doesn��t need to answer.��


    Looking at the middle-aged man staring at him, Guo Shouyun thought for a while, "Does Mr. Jamison ask this question on behalf of Goldman Sachs, or is it purely out of his own curiosity?"


    "Is there any difference?"


    "Of course there are differences. If Mr. Jamison represented Goldman Sachs, then I would say ''no comment.'' But if you were curious, I would have another answer."


    There was a glint in John Jamison''s eyes.


    "If Mr. Guo is willing to believe it, I want to say that at this moment I only represent myself!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I believe what Mr. Jamison said."


    "Thank you!"

 Chapter 89： alliance

    Chapter 89 Alliance


    ��


    "...Actually, we are shorting Enron on a large scale for four reasons. First, in January 2000, Enron CEO Kenneth and COO Geoffrey Jilin announced to analysts that Enron''s high-speed optical fiber network was formed. It became the backbone of the Internet, benefiting from the popularity of Internet stocks, and Enron''s stock price soared. But the Nasdaq crisis destroyed everything, the price of optical fiber plummeted, and only 5% of Enron''s 4,000-mile optical fiber network was profitable. But Enron concealed this fact."


    "Second, in 1998, Enron invested nearly $3 billion in the UK ''Wessex Water Company''. Unfortunately, the UK water regulator asked Wessex to cut its interest rate to 12% in April 2000, And upgrade its aging facilities, which cost $1 billion. At the same time, Wessex Water''s net profit is less than $100 million, and its debt is as high as $2 billion. I think Jia Mr Mison understands better than I do that it may not be long before we hear the news of its bankruptcy."


    "Third, in December 1993, Enron signed a 20-year power purchase contract with the Maharashtra State Electricity Authority, India, which allowed Enron to invest $20 billion in the state to build a 2,015-megawatt power plant. A giant power plant. Unfortunately, after the Congress party resigned in 1995, the Indian government assessed that this power project was too expensive, and stopped purchasing power from the power plant and stopped construction. Until now, four years later, the project has not been restored. Enron is here Losses on one project exceed $3.5 billion."


    "Fourth, from the beginning of the year to the present, includes Enron Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Kenneth, President and Chief Operating Officer Jeffrey Gilling, Chief Financial Officer Andrew Fastow, Chief Accounting Officer Richard Cowes More than a dozen senior executives of Enron, including a total of 21.857 million shares of Enron, have reduced their holdings of Enron shares and made a profit of more than 1.5 billion US dollars. If Enron is really as healthy as they say, and the future is bright, all the management will not At the same time, reduce their holdings. Unless they are fools and idiots, how can they pass up the opportunity to make money?��


    "In addition to the above four points, Enron has suffered significant losses in more than a dozen investments such as Argentina''s water affairs and California''s natural gas distribution business. The reason why they have not been paid attention to now is not that no one has paid attention, but that they have been covered up in Enron. Under one packaged M&A project after another. ****, Bank of America provided loans, and Arthur Andersen, the top five international law firms, covered their revenue losses for them, and Enron''s balance sheet was always in a profitable state. But'' Paper can��t hold fire after all. With the accumulation of Enron��s debt, the Ponzi scheme will eventually fail to circulate. Once it is exposed, Enron��s existence depends on its luck!��


    Guo Shouyun glanced at John Jamison, who was shocked, and took a steady sip from the teacup.


    After taking a deep breath and suppressing the shock in his heart, many years of work experience made John Jamison quickly stabilize his mind. After straightening his thoughts, he stared solemnly at the young man opposite the old man, as a senior partner of Goldman Sachs. Man, of course he is not ignorant of Enron''s losses, but which company does not suffer losses? As long as the losses are within a reasonable range, no one cares. This is how An Ran felt before.


    But if everything Guo Shouyun said just now is true, then there is no doubt that Enron''s losses have reached the point of endangering the company''s survival!


    "Mr. Guo, what you said just now was based on a rigorous adjustment? I''m sorry, I know it''s a bit rude to ask, but it''s too sensational and too important!" John Jamison said solemnly.


    "It doesn''t matter! I can understand Mr. Jamison''s mood at the moment. Put yourself in my shoes, if I change my position in Mr. Jamison, I''m afraid I will also ask the source of the news." After a pause, he looked at the middle-aged staring at him in front of him. Man, Guo Shouyun continued with a smile, "Actually, Goldman Sachs'' ability to collect business intelligence far exceeds mine. As a senior partner of Goldman Sachs, Mr. Jamison can understand what I just said as long as he uses his resources to investigate. The news is true or false."


    After some thought, John Jamison nodded. As one of the top five investment banks on Wall Street, although Goldman Sachs'' market value still lags behind Morgan Stanley and Merrill Lynch, its ability to collect business intelligence is definitely better than that of most financial institutions.


    "Mr. Guo, I''m glad you can tell me this frankly!" John Jamison said sincerely.


    After smiling and nodding, Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed.


    "Mr. Jamison, our Phoenix has launched an asset management plan for individuals. I wonder if Mr. Jamison is interested in investing some money in it?"


    "Oh?" John Jamison continued with interest, "Can I know where it invests?"


    "The field is not fixed, it may be the stock market, it may be futures, it may be the bond market. We are after high profits."


    "I don''t have much money in my hand right now, so let''s invest $1 million!" John Jamison said after a little thought.


    There is a saying that ''returning a peach to a plum'', this investment is a return for the Enron information provided by Guo Shouyun just now. As for whether the other party will lie to him? John Jamison still didn''t believe Guo Shouyun would be so unwise. As I said before, with Goldman Sachs'' ability, with just a little investigation, we can find out whether these news are true or false.


    "Don''t Mr. Jamison ask about the fees for this asset management plan?"


    "When Mr. Guo told me about Enron just now, didn''t he ask for any legal guarantee?"


    "So we can be regarded as getting what we need!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "No, I actually made a bargain!"


    Everyone is smart. If John Jamison confirms that there is indeed a major financial scandal in Enron, with his financial power, the huge profit from shorting this energy giant is far more than $1 million. Too much too many!


    "Mr. Guo, I''m very puzzled. Why did you tell me these important news? Even out of politeness, you can make up a reason to prevaricate it." After looking at Guo Shouyun, John Jamison said condensedly.


    "Actually, this question is not difficult to answer. Enron and its allies are too many, whether it is the CCP, Arthur Andersen, Bank of America, or Enron itself has far more influence in the US financial community. Talk to them. I also need some reliable allies. Mr. Jamison and Goldman Sachs are the best and most realistic choices!" Guo Shouyun said bluntly.


    "Looks like I''m in a good time!?"


    "good!"


    After John Jamison nodded, "But I remember that when answering the question at the beginning, Mr. Guo seemed to emphasize the separation of me from Goldman Sachs?"


    "That''s right! If I don''t distinguish, then the person I answer is you representing Goldman Sachs. In this way, I get the goodwill of Goldman Sachs. But Goldman Sachs is just an institution composed of countless people, and the institution itself has no feelings. , and although the people in the agency will cooperate with me, they will never become friends with me. But Mr. Jamison is different! It is like fraternity and special affection, the result of fraternity is destined to be lonely, but special affection You can often gain family and friendship!��


    "It''s a wonderful metaphor, and Mr. Guo is also very candid. I''d like to be your friend!"


    Looking at John Jamison''s right hand, Guo Shouyun handed over his right hand with a smile on his face.


    "Then can I call you John?"


    "Of course. But I need a different name too!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, "Just call me Bruce, my friends call me that!"


    "OK, Bruce. You know that the reason why I asked you to meet today is that Enron''s incident was originally just an incidental, and the most important thing is that Goldman Sachs wants to cooperate with you!"


    "Cooperation?"


    "Not bad! Goldman Sachs wants to issue an ABS asset-backed security for your later book!"


    After being stunned for a moment, Guo Shouyun asked curiously, "I have no plans to issue a second asset-backed securities now. Why did you find me?"


    "It''s just profit-driven. Your five novels such as "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" sell an average of more than 3.5 million copies per month. If the international box office will definitely exceed 200 million US dollars. In addition to the film and television peripherals, you can get a total revenue of 400 million. In the history of Hollywood movies, this is second only to "Blair The Witch". ratio."


    ����Because of this, the ABS asset-backed securities issued through these five books are extremely popular in the bond market, and the price has risen by 15% on the basis of the issue price. Merrill has made a lot of money on this. As a peer Goldman Sachs naturally wants to step in. It happens that the sales of "Fast and Furious", "The Hangover" and "Finding Nemo" are not as good as "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Fifty Shades of Grey" and "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" ", but it is also a super bestseller with monthly sales of nearly one million, and investors will definitely buy it."


    "So it is!" Suddenly nodded, Guo Shouyun thought for a while, then shook his head slightly, "I''m sorry, John. I don''t reject the issuance of the second ABS asset-backed securities, but now is not the time!"


    "why?"


    "Because I want more! Three books can''t support what I want!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    Looking at his deep eyes and the naked ambition in his words, John Jamison did not agree. As a practitioner in the financial industry, he admires guys who are ambitious and capable at the same time, and only such people can step into the upper echelons of Wall Street and even American society.


    "Do I understand that when you''ve written four, five, or more, a second ABS will be issued?"


    "Not bad!" Guo Shouyun nodded without concealment.


    "Then can I book this opportunity in advance now?" John Jamison''s eyes flickered.


    "If it was someone else at Goldman Sachs, I would definitely refuse. But since it''s you, John, I will promise to give Goldman Sachs priority under the same conditions!"

 Chapter 90： profit distribution

    Chapter 90 Benefit Distribution


    ��


    Guo Shouyun is not stupid. He didn''t think that the long talk today really made John Jamison consider himself a trusted friend.


    All he wants is to gain some interest in himself from this guy with deep connections on Wall Street through the combination and exchange of interests. In the follow-up time, through more exchanges and exchanges of interests, the relationship between the two has changed from a stranger to an ally.


    Compared with the illusory friendship and brotherhood, people on Wall Street are more willing to believe in the union of interests, and Guo Shouyun is the same.


    Therefore, when faced with a choice of major interests, he will not simply give up his own interests and choose Goldman Sachs because of the existence of John Jamison.


    He took a deep look at the young and calm guy in front of him. After today''s long conversation and what he said just now, the impression and status of the other party in his heart has undoubtedly deepened a lot. At the same time, it also made him understand that the young man in front of him was not so easy to fool. This is also a ''jerk'' who believes in the supremacy of interests and pursues utilitarianism!


    But he likes this kind of bastard, because he is familiar with how such a person should interact, and he understands how to ensure his own interests on the premise of satisfying the other party''s appetite.


    "Bruce, thank you very much for your attention, I will cherish this trust!"


    "I also cherish your friendship with John!"


    Later, Guo Shouyun and John Jamison briefly chatted about some interesting things about Wall Street, and then they dispersed.


    ��


    The next day, Guo Shouyun came to the office of Phoenix Asset Management Company again.


    "Boss, this is the compiler and background check for the Storm Asset Management Program, the Saturn Asset Management Program, and the Centaur Hedge Fund."


    "It''s over so soon?"


    Guo Shouyun took it over and glanced at it, and said in surprise.


    "Anyway, I have also worked on Wall Street for nearly 30 years. Although I haven''t achieved any earth-shattering results, I still have some connections!" William Zhang said with a smile.


    "good!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction.


    "John Jamison will put $400,000 into the account of Saturn Asset Management in a few days, and my five million will also be put into the account of the Centaur hedge fund this afternoon. During the latter period, Saturn and the Centaur hedge fund The investment target is gold, and you are responsible for the specific operation!"


    "BOSS, I have an investment opportunity here that deserves more attention than gold!" After nodding, William Zhang hesitated for a moment and said.


    "Oh? Tell me about it?"


    "Yes!... The merger of RB Daiichi Bank, Fuji Bank, and RB Industrial Bank is now being watched by the financial circles around the world. If they can successfully merge, the new company will surpass the $1.5 trillion in total assets. Deutsche Bank has become the largest financial group in the world, and I think we can take this opportunity to operate.��


    After listening to it, Guo Shouyun thought for a while and then suddenly said, "Is the new company to be merged called Ruihui Finance?"


    "The boss also knows?" William Zhang asked in surprise.


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Of course he knew Ruihui Financial, but he forgot the specific time when the RB financial giant appeared. After all, 2000 is nearly 20 years away from October 2019. Regarding what happened in 2000, apart from the Nasdaq crisis, there are few major events that he can remember. As for the Enron scandal being remembered by him, it was thanks to the many online novels he read on the Internet. Because almost every urban business article related to the Internet will write about the acquisition of Blizzard, and the acquisition of Blizzard will involve Vidiwang, and when it comes to Vidiwang, you have to mention the "difficult brother" Enron.


    "Since you think Ruihui Financial is an opportunity, then use the 5.4 million US dollars in the ''Saturn Asset Management Plan'' and the ''Centaur Hedge Fund'' to operate. However, the leverage ratio cannot exceed 2 times." After thinking about it , Guo Shouyun made a decision.


    As for the situation of Ruihui Financial, he is not as sure about the operation of Enron, so he is not prepared to bet heavily on it.


    "clear!"


    William Zhang nodded. Although $5.4 million is not much, it can make a lot of money if you do it well.


    "Take some time in the past two days to sort out the negative information we have collected about Enron''s business, and then hand it over to John Jamison!" Looking at William Zhang''s surprised eyes, Guo Shouyun said calmly, "Enron''s cake is huge. , our family can��t afford it. Giving some Goldman Sachs can also win over an ally, and by the way, we can also share the pressure on Enron.��


    "Boss is afraid of Enron''s ''dog jumping over the wall''?" John Jamison frowned.


    ��If you want to kill someone, make them crazy. The reason why Enron hasn��t reacted too strongly to our massive shorting now is because our shorting has not had too much impact on their stock price. But it won��t last. too long."


    "As soon as Goldman Sachs enters the market, I''m afraid Enron will not be as stable as it is now!" William Zhang nodded in agreement.


    As one of the top five investment banks on Wall Street, Goldman Sachs'' strength lies in its strong influence in the financial circle in addition to the huge capital it can use.


    Phoenix is ??short, and few people will accompany him. However, Goldman Sachs is short, and there will definitely be many choices for financial institutions and international hot money to follow up. The most important thing is that An Ran is now like a broken car that will fall apart at any time. Although the exterior is intact, the interior has long been rotten, and it cannot stand the inspection at all.


    "Then do we need to win over a few more?" William Zhang said.


    "No, it''s enough to have the Goldman Sachs family! A fat pig has a lot of meat. If the two families eat it separately, they can both be satisfied and satisfied. But if you add more people, it won''t be the same. And now our strength is limited. For the time being, don��t think about playing tricks and playing with balance. Honestly cooperate with Goldman Sachs to ensure our own interests and at the same time hold this allied army to survive.�� Guo Shouyun His eyes were deep.


    On Wall Street, he and Phoenix are both young and young. Although they have enough funds, they lack the foundation. In this case, in order to avoid being crushed and swallowed by those giants, the best way is to find a thick enough thigh. As the saying goes, "It''s nice to enjoy the shade under a big tree", Guo Shouyun chose Goldman Sachs as the big tree. And Goldman Sachs has a deeper influence in American politics than his original cooperation target, Merrill Lynch.


    "Understood!"


    Looking at the rigid profile of the young boss in front of him, William Zhang''s understanding of him deepened. In addition to the amazing talent, the other party also has the skills and shrewdness that people of this age group are extremely lacking.


    "I''m going back to Los Angeles the day after tomorrow, and you''ll be responsible for Phoenix matters. Remember to call me in time if you have anything."


    William Zhang nodded and didn''t ask any more questions.


    ��


    September 25, 2000, at the offices of Matrix Films in Santa Monica, Los Angeles.


    "Thank you for your hard work during this period of time. Our Matrix Films'' first film, "Smart: Ghost Recording," was a big hit at the box office. Since its release on August 18, it has received a box office of 132 million US dollars in 38 days. Therefore, I decided to take out $2 million as a bonus and distribute it according to your position and contribution after the cinema chain��s share has been credited, to reward everyone for your hard work and hard work during this period!��


    "Long live the boss!"


    "Boss, I love you!"��


    Before Guo Shouyun finished speaking, there were warm applause and cheers in the office area of ??Matrix Pictures. There is nothing more inspiring than naked interests!


    After smiling and waving his hand to signal everyone to calm down, Guo Shouyun said, "Our company will release more new films in the future. Everyone should perform their duties and work hard. As long as the results are outstanding, I will not be stingy with rewards! �� Well, today''s meeting will end here, let''s all go to work!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun beckoned, brought Buddy Morris to the office, and sat down in the reception area.


    "Buddy, how is the global distribution of "Smart: Ghost Record" doing now?"


    "We are in touch. English-speaking countries such as the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia will all be released this year. The rest of the European countries are still in touch, and South American and East Asian countries may have to wait until next year. However, the North American box office of our "Smart: Ghost Story" is here, International distribution is not difficult."


    Thanks to the support of ''Google'' and ''LinkedIn News'', two strong Internet platforms, and the publicity effect brought by the physical novels he wrote, this time Matrix Films'' "Smart: Ghost Story" is investing in The cost of Hexuanfa is higher, but the box office also surpassed the results of the later "Smart: Ghost Recording".


    "In half a month, the share of the theater chain will be credited to the account. I still use this money, you don''t move it for now."


    "I see!"


    Buddy Morris nodded How''s the company''s other films going? "


    "The fastest is James'' "The Chainsaw", which is basically guaranteed to be released on Halloween. Robert''s "Legal Blonde" is slightly slower, and it is estimated that it will wait until Christmas. Lin''s "The Fast and the Furious" will be released next year at the earliest February!"


    "Is there a response from Mr. Li An?"


    "The other party has already agreed, and the contract will be signed in a few days. Now the editorial department is cooperating with the other party to prepare the script for "Fifty Shades of Grey"!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly. Ang Lee is a typical director of literary films, and Guo Shouyun was deeply impressed by the "Lust ~ Caution" he filmed in his previous life. So now it seems that SM, with its literary temperament, "Fifty Shades of Grey" is very suitable for Ang Lee''s way.


    "How much to invest?"


    "25 million!"


    Now the dollar is not as depreciated as it was later, and $25 million is enough.


    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a knock on the door.


    "Boss, it''s almost time!"


    Wendy, who pushed in the door, reminded.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and stood up.


    "Buddy, you will be responsible for the company''s affairs." After a pause, Guo Shouyun adjusted his clothes, "I see your hard work at work. When the company goes public, I will give you 2%~ 5% of the options, as for how much you can get, depends on your subsequent work performance.��


    "Thank you boss, I will try my best to manage the company!" Buddy Morris said happily.


    Through the unimaginable box office of "Smart: Ghost Story", he also saw the company''s brilliant future. If he gets options before Matrix goes public, it will definitely be a huge profit.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, then turned and walked out.

 ~： On the shelf testimonials!

    Tomorrow "Reborn Capital Empire" will be on the shelves. To be honest, after writing nearly 300,000 words, I realized that there are indeed many mistakes in this book. Business essays are not as easy to write as I thought at first. However, thanks to the many opinions raised by everyone, it also made Dongren understand a lot. After the book is put on the shelves, the rhythm of the book will slow down, try to ensure that the detailed description is strengthened without watering, and the plot will be more tortuous. In addition, the year is finally over, and the update will return to normal.


    Finally, please support the new book a lot, Dongren is very grateful!

 Chapter 91： unexpected

    Chapter 91 Unexpected


    ��


    Meeting Wendy Solow, the two drove to the **** office in Los Angeles. After nearly two months of negotiations, with the brilliant box office, the caliber of **** finally loosened up. Up to now, I basically agree with the loan agreement submitted by Guo Shouyun. Come here today to sign the contract.


    "A one-year loan of 120 million US dollars, the interest rate is 6.03%, and the principal and interest will be repaid at maturity. ... Mr. Guo, if you have no opinion, please sign it later!"


    After taking over the loan contract and carefully examining several key data, Guo Shouyun signed his name after he felt that there was no problem.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s a pleasure to work with you!"


    After the contract was signed, Mark Dimon, head of the credit department of the **** Los Angeles branch, stretched out his right hand with a smile.


    "Similarly, it is my honor to cooperate with ****!"


    After a simple handshake, Mark Dimon made a gesture of please.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and followed the other party to a luxurious and elegant reception room. When he saw the middle-aged man in a gray suit sitting in the door after entering, Guo Shouyun''s face changed slightly, and there was a glint in his eyes.


    He originally thought that Mark Dimon just wanted to talk to himself about the second issue of ABS asset-backed securities. After all, the other party had disclosed it before. He never thought that things would take a turn that he didn''t want to see in the end.


    "Both are elites in the business world, so you don''t need me to introduce you!" Mark Damon laughed.


    "Of course. I am a loyal reader of Mr. Guo, and I have admired it for a long time!" Said, the middle-aged man in a blue suit walked over with a smile, and took the initiative to extend his right hand to Guo Shouyun, "Mr. Guo, Nice to meet you, I really like your writing and the series."


    "It''s my honor to be liked by Mr. Jilin!"


    Although Guo Shouyun had a smile on his face, he was very vigilant in his heart. He never thought that Enron''s COO, the next president and CEO''s successor, Jeffrey Gilling, came to Los Angeles and then arranged the situation through Mark Dimon to talk novels to himself!


    You must know that Phoenix''s short-selling funds on Enron have reached 3.12 billion US dollars, which is the mortal enemy of Enron''s board of directors and management, and it is still the largest one.


    "...Mr. Dimon, since Mr. Jilin is in your company, you should have informed me earlier. It''s rude to meet me suddenly and I''m unprepared!" After Guo Shouyun finished speaking, he glanced at Mark next to him. �� Dimon.


    The latter''s eyes changed, and there was a bit of bitterness on his face. This time, he was indeed suspected of overreaching, but it was an arrangement from the head office, and he couldn''t do anything about it.


    "Mr. Guo, I specifically explained to Mr. Dimon and told him not to tell you first. So, if Mr. Guo wants to blame, it''s on me!" Before Mark Dimon spoke, Jeffrey said �� Jilin took the lead.


    "You''re a good man!" Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Mr. Jilin has misunderstood, and I don''t mean to be angry. It''s just that the incident happened suddenly, and I was unprepared. It''s inevitable that I''m a little flustered!"


    "Haha, if I''m panicking, I''m panicking. Mr. Guo is my idol. Come on, please take a seat!"


    "The two of you are talking slowly, if you have anything, just call me!"


    After Jeffrey Gilling nodded, Mark Dimon turned and walked out the door.


    "Mr. Guo''s beauty is not shallow, and the assistants around him are so beautiful!"


    After the two sat down, Jeffrey Jilin glanced at Wendy Solo sitting next to Guo Shouyun and smiled.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, he could guess Jeffrey Jilin''s hidden meaning from the other party''s words and expressions. However, he did not spend Wendy as the other party wished.


    "Compared to her pretty face, the most outstanding thing about my secretary is her ability."


    "Really? It seems that I judge people by their appearance!"


    A gloom flashed in Jeffrey Jilin''s eyes, obviously Guo Shouyun''s refusal made him a little unhappy. However, this also confirmed the importance of the female assistant in the other party''s heart, which made Geoffrey Jilin have other thoughts in his heart.


    "I heard from Mark Dimon before that Mr. Guo asked **** for another loan?"


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Jilin''s news to be so well-informed!"


    "Haha, after working hard in the mall for so many years, I always have some connections!" Geoffrey Jilin said with a smile as he looked at Guo Shouyun opposite.


    This sentence is really meaningful. Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank, and after thinking for a while, he said, "If I could also have connections like Mr. Jilin, I''m afraid this loan would not have to be wasted for so long."


    "With Mr. Guo''s ability, at my age, I will definitely be better than me in terms of contacts and strength." After a pause, Geoffrey Jilin changed the subject, "If Mr. Guo seeks a loan, Anran and I are very willing to vouch for you!"


    "Oh really?"


    "Of course! But there is a small premise before that."


    "What premise?" Guo Shouyun''s eyes moved slightly.


    "Mr. Guo must first acquire enough shares of Enron in the secondary market, and then use these stocks as collateral, plus my guarantee, to ensure that Mr. Guo can obtain loans equivalent to the stock value from major banks! Moreover, with Enron''s position in the business world and the stock market, Mr. Guo can also be guaranteed a low enough loan interest rate, which is the best of both worlds." Geoffrey Jilin had a smile on his face, staring at the young man in front of him, The tone emphasized.


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, "It is indeed a good condition! However, if I do as Mr. Jilin said, how many shares of Enron can I get?"


    "5 million shares!"


    "5 million shares?" Guo Shouyun understood. This is Enron''s strategy. 5 million shares are $425 million at the current price of $85 a share in Enron. If Guo Shouyun really invests, there is no doubt that his funds for shorting Enron will also be exhausted. But unfortunately, the current Enron is a broken car that leaks everywhere, maybe half a year, maybe a month, maybe the next second, it will fall apart. Knowing this, Guo Shouyun only stepped in unless he was stupid.


    "Mr. Jilin, there are too many funds involved, I need time to think about it!" Guo Shouyun raised his head and said after pondering for a while.


    "Of course! But when can Mr. Guo think about it?" After realizing that his tone was too urgent, Jeffrey Jilin smiled, "5 million shares is not a small number, we also need time to negotiate with the board of directors and accept it. Go in."


    "Half a month!"


    "Half a month?" Geoffrey Gilling frowned.


    "Mr. Jilin, I''m not an Anran family that has a big business. An investment of several hundred million always requires multiple consideration before making a decision! Therefore, half a month is the fastest time!"


    After nodding slightly, Geoffrey Jilin glanced at him and said in a subtle tone, "Mr. Guo won''t just shirk?"


    "Of course not! In fact, I still attach great importance to the opportunity to become a shareholder in Enron!" Guo Shouyun smiled at Jeffrey Jilin''s eyes with deep eyes.


    The two confronted each other across the air, and neither appeared weak. After a while, Geoffrey Gilling nodded.


    "Then I''m looking forward to Mr. Guo''s good news!"


    "I''m also looking forward to working with Mr. Jilin!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun said his farewell. And Geoffrey Gilling, whose goal was initially achieved, did not stop him. UU reading


    Standing in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows, watching the black Mercedes-Benz go away, the expressionless Jeffrey Gilling squinted slightly. After a while, he took out his mobile phone from his pocket and simply pressed a few keys and hit it.


    "How about it?"


    An old voice came from the microphone.


    "There is no clear rejection, just say it takes half a month to consider!"


    "Do you think he''s procrastinating, or does he have other plans?"


    "It''s unclear for the time being. But since the other party is willing to leverage 3 billion US dollars to short Enron, he must know something. I''m afraid our initial strategy won''t impress him! Moreover, after initial contact, this 19-year-old billionaire has the skills, The heart and the city are not like what he should have at his age!"


    "Looks like you think highly of him!"


    "Um!"


    "Sure enough, successful people have their own reasons for success! And after hearing what you said, I really want to meet him!" The old voice said with interest.


    "What about Enron''s problem?" Geoffrey Gilling frowned.


    "Jeffrey, don''t worry so much. There is a problem with Enron, but we are still a giant with a market value of more than 80 billion US dollars, and it is not so easy to fall! As for that little guy, didn''t he say that he wants half a month, Then we''ll give him half a month."


    "What if he doesn''t give in after half a month?"


    "Don''t we have some very interesting evidence in our hands? Show him when the time comes, I believe he will understand how to choose!"


    "I understand!"


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 Chapter 92： take copyright

    Chapter 92 Win the Copyright


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    "Boss, do you really plan to invest in Enron?"


    Wendy Solow, who was sitting in the co-pilot, asked curiously.


    "Look at the situation and talk about it!"


    Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    Of course he didn''t plan to invest in An Ran, but he also didn''t plan to break up with An Ran''s people right now. The reason for the delay for half a month is to wait for Goldman Sachs to enter the market. With this greedy enough and huge enough, and the influence of Wall Street far surpasses his own giants in front, he can also relax! But he didn''t plan to tell Wendy about these situations. It''s not that she doesn''t believe her, but that some things are destined not to be known to too many people.


    "By the way, did Christopher call?"


    "not yet!"


    "It seems that the negotiations with Warner are not over yet." Guo Shouyun said clearly, "Let''s go, find a place to eat first, we will be busy in the next few days!"


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    At this moment, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone rang. He picked it up and looked at the caller ID and couldn''t help but smile.


    "It seems that there is no way to eat well!" Guo Shouyun turned the steering wheel and drove towards his house.


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    "Whoosh...!"


    After taking the last bite of instant noodles into his mouth, Christopher Ritter wiped his mouth with a tissue in satisfaction.


    "Bruce, I can''t see that you still have such good cooking skills!"


    Wendy Solo, who was elegantly eating instant noodles in a bowl, nodded in agreement.


    "If you want to eat it, I''ll make it for you the next day!"


    In the last life, Guo Shouyun had been single for too long, and his cooking skills were average, except for instant noodles. Of course, Master Kong, which he bought exclusively from Chinatown, is completely different from the American instant noodles.


    "That couldn''t be better!"


    "Let''s talk about business, how are you talking to Warner and Heiman Pictures?" Guo Shouyun said sternly.


    When it comes to serious matters, Christopher''s expression also becomes solemn.


    "As you expected, I tried it with a 5% share of the box office, and they still refused."


    "Although Rowling''s is selling well, it hasn''t proven its worth on the big screen. Even if Warner and Heiman give a share, it won''t exceed 2% at most!"


    "You are underestimating the greed of these guys. They only give 0.% at most!" Christopher said with a sarcastic expression on his face.


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, "Since that''s the case, let''s proceed as originally planned, and announce the breach of contract three days later!"


    Christopher Reiter nodded.


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    "Mr. Parsons, Mr. Heyman, our bottom line is very clear, Rowling''s share must not be lower than 5% of the total high box office!"


    "Mr. Ritter, our bottom line is also very clear. The total box office share of film and television rights must not exceed %!" David Heyman said solemnly.


    "So we can''t talk?" Christopher Ritter said calmly.


    When David Heyman and Richard Parsons glanced at each other, they both smelled a kind of determination almost simultaneously.


    "Mr. Ritter, there is not enough evidence to convince the board that he can bring in enough profit. So, % is the bottom line. However, I promise you that if the box office is good enough after the release, we are willing to do something to Ms. Rowling. compensation." Richard Parsons said.


    "Really? How much are you willing to compensate?"


    "It depends on the final box office!"


    "I''m sorry, I don''t accept such terms!" Christopher Ritter stood up, his sharp eyes slowly swept over the two of them, "Now I am officially the manager of Ms. J.K. Rowling, and I announce that The previous film and television copyright contract with Heiman Films is void."


    David Heyman stood up with a ''jump'', his face shocked and angry.


    But Christopher didn''t look at him, but continued: "...According to the previous contract, we will entrust ''Star International Law Firm'' to conduct an inventory of Heiman Pictures and Warner Bros.'' investments in China, and we will find out the specific financial figures. After that, we will pay compensation in accordance with 30% of the statutory liquidated damages clause."


    After a pause, "Mr. Heiman, Mr. Parsons, please Warner and Heiman stop the shooting from now on, or we will resort to legal proceedings. Goodbye!"


    "Mr. Ritter, please wait a moment, the matter can be negotiated...!" David Heyman quickly got up to retain, as the initial buyer. He undoubtedly has the most confidence in the novel''s big-screen performance. Now that it was about to go away from him, David Heyman couldn''t hold back. Unfortunately, Christopher Ritter didn''t even look back, as if he didn''t hear his voice, he pushed the door and walked out.


    "Mr. Parsons, are you really giving up like this?"


    Glancing at David Heyman with a face full of unwillingness, Richard Parsons sighed and slowly stood up.


    "I''m sorry, David! Warners can''t help you with this!"


    Time Warner today is not the Time Warner it used to be. After being acquired by AOL, the person who really mastered AOL Time Warner was the leadership of AOL. The original Time Warner E Gerald Levin gave way to AOL founder Steve Case, the new The company''s right to speak has also been completely robbed by the original AOL people. Moreover, AOL executives, who are self-proclaimed Internet upstarts, generally look down on the "old antique" Time Warner, which has led to the fierce infighting between the two sides.


    Give Rowling a 5% share of the box office, not to mention AOL people will not agree, even Time Warner people will also refuse.


    Looking at Richard Parsons walking out of the room, David Heyman''s face was ashen.


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    On October 0, because of the failure of negotiations, the news that the first four film and television copyrights of the popular bestsellers were withdrawn by author JK Rowling became the biggest news in Hollywood.


    For a while, many film production companies were moved by the news. After all, the novels are now popular all over the world.


    However, when Christopher Ritter threw out a 5% share of the box office and a licensing fee of 0 million pounds, all the studios were scared away in an instant.


    Big companies can''t accept 5% of the box office share, and small and medium companies can''t come up with a huge amount of 0 million pounds.


    Just as many film companies were waiting to see the inscrutable Christopher Ritter joke, Matrix Pictures stood up.


    "Mr. Ritter, what made you give up your cooperation with Time Warner and Heiman Pictures and choose Matrix Pictures?"


    At the press conference held by Guo Shouyun specially for this cooperation, hundreds of media, large and small, gathered.


    "As Ms. Rowling''s agent, I think it deserves more favorable conditions, but Warner and Heiman obviously don''t think so, which is the reason for our breakup. As for the choice of Heiman Films, it is because of our cooperation. Agreed, and I think Matrix is ??the best studio in Hollywood for film adaptations. They did a great job before! I have confidence in them."


    "Mr. Ritter, it''s a horror movie, but it''s a children''s science fiction. Do you think there is any inevitable connection between them?" A mocking question caused laughter at the press conference.


    In the face of ridicule, Christopher Ritter remained calm.


    "There is indeed no necessary connection between horror films and children''s science fiction, but I think the success of the film has its inherent reason. Now the box office has exceeded 550 million US dollars, creating a revenue ratio second only to Hollywood. I am willing to believe in a company Companies that have made history, I believe their success is not accidental!"


    The low-input, high-output is the hottest topic in Hollywood right now, and the irrefutable fact makes the mocking laughter at the press conference disappear in an instant.


    "Mr. Morris, as we all know, the foundation of Matrix Pictures is your Morris Pictures, so do you think Matrix Pictures has the strength to make films?"


    "Of course! Although Matrix Pictures is not as strong as Time Warner, we have excellent directors who can cooperate with us, and we have enough experience in film production and distribution. We have sufficient confidence to adapt it into a successful film."


    "So how much did Matrix Films invest in?"


    "We''ve got $200 million for this movie!" Buddy Morris self-confessed with a smile $100 million...? ! "


    There was an exclamation throughout the press conference. Obviously, no one thought that the fledgling Matrix Films would be willing to come up with such a big hand.


    "boom��!"


    The delicate glass fell to the ground and shattered. But David Heyman didn''t care about that at all, and his mind was already filled with anger at this time.


    Watching the complacent Buddy Morris and Christopher Ritter in the TV broadcast, David Heyman with a livid face took out his mobile phone and dialed it out.


    "Mr. Paris, have you read NB''s noon news?"


    "Looking at!"


    "Now you should know that Matrix Films is the mastermind behind the entire incident!"


    "No, to be precise, it should be Bruce Guo, the boss of Matrix Films!"


    "Bruce Guo, that cutting-edge writer?"


    "That''s right. He''s not just a writer, he''s also a shareholder of several companies, including the most popular ''Thornbird'' publishing company in the United States today, and Rowling and Christopher Ritter are all shareholders of this company! "


    A flash of surprise flashed in David Heyman''s eyes.


    "Being dug into a corner, Time Warner won''t be indifferent, right?"


    "Of course not! We will let the other party understand that Warner''s majesty cannot be violated!"


    "Heiman Pictures is very happy to help!"


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 Chapter 93： Salary from the bottom of the pot

    Chapter Ninety-Three


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    After hanging up the phone, Richard Parsons looked up at the young man who was sitting across from him, quietly enjoying a cup of black tea.


    "Mr. Guo, I think you have seen Time Warner''s sincerity!"


    Putting down the teacup, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    After Matrix Pictures held a press conference, he found Richard Parsons, who was in charge of traditional media at AL Time Warner. Guo Shouyun''s purpose is very simple, to kick out the insignificant David Heiman and transform the mighty Time Warner from an enemy to a ''friend''. And Guo Shouyun also has enough confidence. After all, compared to David Heyman, in addition to his more powerful capital, he also has film and television rights for a series of best-selling novels.


    In fact, as Guo Shouyun expected, Richard Parsons sold David Heiman without hesitation in the face of more lucrative interests.


    "There is no problem with cooperating with Warner, but no!"


    "Why?" Richard Parsons frowned slightly.


    "It''s more like a prequel. I think it''s more reasonable to make film and television adaptations after all the film and television adaptations of the episodes are completed! Moreover, the three films are big productions with an investment of over 100 million yuan. Within two years, these three films are enough. It''s gone!"


    After thinking about it, Richard Parsons nodded. Time Warner''s life is not so easy now because of AOL''s relationship. In addition to the original shooting plan, three more than 100 million productions in two years are indeed enough.


    "Okay, let''s discuss the copyright issue again!"


    "Copyright? Isn''t all the shares of Matrix Pictures in Mr. Guo''s hands?" Richard Parsons smiled.


    "Matrix Films is Matrix Films, I am me! Moreover, I issued an ABS securities around the movie with Hehe. Warner can''t let me not pay by then, right?" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "Hehe, of course not! However, how much does Mr. Guo want?"


    "I know that the price of Warner''s adaptation is to pay the ''Tolkien Foundation'' 7.5% of the box office and peripheral share. I''m not greedy, I don''t want copyright fees, just % of the box office and peripheral copyright share...!"


    "Impossible, this share is too high! And the adaptation is New Line, although it is a Warner subsidiary, but Robert Shayer has complete autonomy over New Line. In fact, the Warner board has always disagreed with this stupidity. The share agreement. But that guy is a lunatic and he was totally fooled by Peter Jackson!"


    Look at Richard Parsons full of resentment, although I don''t know if it''s true or not. But obviously not many people in Warners are optimistic about Robert Shayer''s decision to invest $300 million to shoot three films. Guo Shouyun moved in his heart. Knowing the box office of later generations, he thought he could pick up the slack? But after thinking about it, he quickly denied it.


    The value of the new line exceeds 100 million US dollars, and now he has no capital to eat it.


    "Let''s make my own movie, I can''t chew too much!"


    After erasing the extra thoughts in his mind, Guo Shouyun concentrated his energy and stared at Richard Parsons opposite.


    "Mr. Parsons, if my novel is adapted for film and television, it must get the box office and peripheral share. Of course, considering the difficulties in reality and the differences between you and me. I think it is necessary to formulate a progressive pairing. Gambling sharing agreement!"


    "Betting split?"


    "Not bad!" Guo Shouyun nodded. How could he not think of a way in advance, who had expected the other party to refuse?


    "...Accounting costs and publicity expenses, if the final film box office and peripheral income cannot recover the cost, then I don''t want a cent of the copyright share. But if the final gross profit exceeds 20 million, then I want % of the box office and If it exceeds 40 million, I want 3%; if it exceeds 60 million, I want 5%; if it exceeds 0 million, I want %; if it exceeds 100 million, I want 0%; 0% is the upper limit!"


    "It seems that Mr. Guo is very confident in the adaptation of his novel!" Richard Parsons squinted slightly, looking at the calm young man opposite him.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded unceremoniously.


    "Warner can consider the way to divide the bet, but the standard of 0% is too high. I think 5% is the most suitable!" After thinking for a while, Richard Parsons'' eyes flashed.


    "Mr. Parsons, I voluntarily give up the copyright income in the event of a loss in the film. As a matter of course, I should get a high return after making a profit. Giving and harvesting must always be equal, and greed also needs boundaries!" Guo Shouyun calmly said.


    Richard Parsons smiled and looked at the young man in front of him with a subtle gaze, while the background information of the other party quickly emerged in his mind. He knew very well that the guy in front of him was not a pure film investor. Warner''s ban had an impact on him, but not as much as he thought. Moreover, the chips in the other party''s hands are really exciting, especially when the value of the copyright of the novels in his hands has doubled.


    "Mr. Guo''s conditions can be considered, but some places need to be revised!"


    "Please say?"


    "There are two main points. First, for the film and television adaptation of the series and series of novels, Matrix Pictures can only cooperate with Warner. Second, the standard for gambling share cannot be gross profit, but ''net profit''!"


    Net profit and gross profit are definitely two different concepts, the former may be only 40% of the latter, or even less. And there''s a huge manoeuvrable space in there.


    But you have Zhang Liangji, and I also have a wall ladder. Guo Shouyun nodded after thinking about it.


    "I can agree, but the box office and peripheral income of all the cooperative films between you and us must be entrusted to a third party for supervision and distribution, and the financial personnel of you and us cannot intervene. Moreover, the cost of publicity and distribution after the movie is released is not included in the accounting standard. ."


    Whether the movie will be popular before its release, no one knows. But after the movie was released, this problem became less of a problem. If Warners sees the film''s popularity at the box office and falsely declares the cost in order to reduce the share for Guo Shouyun, then Guo Shouyun himself will suffer. After all, the water in the movie market is too deep, and Warner has been grinding it for many years, and the means are far more than those he knows. Even if it is possible to find out in the end, it is time-consuming, laborious and expensive to file a lawsuit, so it is better to make up for the loopholes as much as possible at the beginning.


    Richard Parsons'' pupils shrank, and he valued financial separation more than not including the cost of publicity! This completely eliminates all possibilities for Time Warner to play tricks on the books.


    "I have already made concessions, and the conditions mentioned later are fair enough. I think Mr. Parsons will not refuse!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Hearing this, Richard Parsons frowned slightly, looking at the confident young man on the opposite side, a thought flashed in his eyes and then nodded slowly.


    Comparing the gains and losses, under the respective conditions of both parties, Warner still gets more. As for third-party financial regulation, it''s not a big deal, although it eliminates the opportunity for Warner to operate in it. After all, the cooperation between Warner and Matrix is ??not a one-shot deal. You must know that either, or Heke is a series of novels. As long as one of them is popular, the latter two parties may cooperate for five or six years, or even longer. So maintaining a good relationship is very important.


    "Mr. Guo''s talent in business is completely beyond your age!"


    "It''s an honour to be complimented by Mr. Parsons!"


    After laughing, Richard Parsons continued: "I personally agree to Mr. Guo''s conditions, but Warner is not Mr. Guo''s Matrix Films, and I still have to report to the board of directors, so I need Mr. Guo''s patience. wait for some time."


    "No problem, I''m willing to wait. But it''s better not to be too long! And I''m very optimistic about the original crew and crew, don''t let them idle for too long!"


    "certainly!"


    After a few simple exchanges, Guo Shouyun left.


    Looking at the back of his departure, an old man in a brown suit came over.


    "Are you really going to work with him and reject David Heyman?"


    "Gerald, the purpose of Warner Bros. is to cooperate with anyone who can bring greater benefits. Bruce Guo and David Heyman have more potential than holding the copyright of a dozen best-selling books. The value of our investment is too low. Moreover, we need high returns now more than ever before. Otherwise, the people at AOL will not hesitate to sweep us out of the house!" Richard Parsons said sternly.


    Gerald Levin nodded. "You know David Heyman. I''m afraid he''s not so easy to admit defeat."


    "He is nothing in front of Time Warner!" Richard Parsons frowned slightly, "But the data shows that this Englishman has some involvement with the Baring family, but it is worth paying attention to!"


    "If you really think that working with Bruce Guo is more in Warner''s interests, then go for it. As for Bahrain, since the nineteenth century, they are no longer a threat!" After Wei Heiman''s left arm, he turned and left.


    Glancing at his back, Richard Parsons'' eyes flashed with thought. After a while, he turned around and went back to his office.


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 Chapter 94： Recruit talents

    Chapter 94 Recruiting Talents


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    "Boss, this is the contract just signed with Time Warner!"


    Guo Shouyun took it over and looked at some key data and signatures, and then returned it to Buddy Morris.


    The key content of the contract, he had already discussed with Richard Parsons long ago. Buddy just signed on his behalf.


    "Lock the contract in the safe!"


    Nodding, Buddy Morris took it respectfully. He really did not expect that Matrix Films had just been established for less than a year, and it already had the opportunity to cooperate fairly with Time Warner. And there are three blockbusters with an investment of over 100 million yuan.


    "By the way, boss. The total investment of the three films is as high as 360 million US dollars. According to the contract, we have to pay half of the funds. Can the company''s revenue alone sustain it?"


    "Don''t worry, the shooting cycle of the three movies is two years, and we have enough buffer time! And, don''t forget, we still have several movies that have not been released yet."


    Guo Shouyun is full of confidence, no one knows the box office better than him. The only thing that worries him is Ang Lee. The brain circuits of middle-aged literary and artistic people are always different from those of ordinary people.


    However, whether one is good or bad is irrelevant.


    Buddy Morris nodded. Looking at the original Morris, the current Matrix Films has become more and more brilliant under the leadership of Guo Shouyun. He also has some blind trust in this young boss who is a round younger than himself.


    "How are things going on in the theater now?"


    "We have already negotiated 5, 3 in Los Angeles and 2 in Sacramento. There are still 3 more in talks, all in San Francisco! According to the boss''s instructions, all 8 theaters are located in the core area of ????the city, close to shopping malls, supermarkets, etc. In a crowded area, with a business area of ??3000~4000 square meters, 12~15 halls, each theater line includes a MAX hall, with an independent restaurant. The property is self-owned, currently it is mainly a 20% down payment plus a 30-year loan, and the annual interest is 6.12% , the renovation cost of each theater line is 8 million to 12 million US dollars.��


    "In this way, the cost of decoration and property purchase, the average cost of each theater is about 10 million US dollars. Our 120 million funds are almost enough to open 12 theaters!"


    Buddy Morris nodded.


    "You can''t make a fat man in one bite, and twelve are not a lot!"


    Although the matter of poaching Warner''s corner this time was resolved as he wished, Guo Shouyun did not forget the powerful sense of threat. Moreover, what he fears most about Time Warner is the theater. Once the other party uses its powerful industry influence to obstruct the release of Matrix Films films, although not all theaters may sell face, as long as half of them are, it will definitely have a significant impact on the film''s box office.


    Matrix Films is Guo Shouyun''s favorite egg-laying rooster. When the Internet was still at a low point and Phoenix''s layout for Enron was still uncertain, Matrix Films was the most important capital pool other than Thornbird Copyright Company. Therefore, even though he knew that the theater chain was an extremely expensive and heavy investment project, he did not hesitate to invest the 120 million US dollars he had loaned out.


    Only in this way, when facing Warner again, will he have more confidence to deal with them.


    "By the way, the company has received emails from some film companies such as Lionsgate and Miramax, and they want to visit the boss!"


    "Reject it for me! Just say I''m not in Los Angeles!" After a little consideration, Guo Shouyun refused.


    These studios came to him for the rights to his best-selling books. Since the fire, he has received a lot of this kind of mail. However, it is a pity that the small and medium-cost film Matrix Films will shoot by itself, and the fertilizer will not flow into the field of outsiders.


    As for this kind of blockbuster with over 100 million that Matrix has not been able to shoot at present, he will only find cooperation with the six major Hollywood companies.


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    In October 2000, Hollywood was full of splendor. Here, Matrix Pictures took advantage of Time Warner''s corner. The result was shocking. The two soon announced that they would invest 360 million US dollars to cooperate in filming, and three films within two years. A million-dollar production. For a while, Heiman Pictures, which was kicked out of the game, became the object of sympathy and ridicule.


    However, it didn''t take long for Heiman to be sympathetic, and Hollywood''s attention was drawn to the divorce of Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman, the most talked about couple in Hollywood. Back then, the combination of Qiantang and the great beauty Nicole was called a ''dream couple'' by those who did good deeds! Now the dream is shattered, not only the fans of the two, but the whole of Hollywood feels hurt. However, with the help of the lace tabloids and the fact that the two have never had children, the rumor that Qiantang is **** has once again become clamorous.


    But at this time Guo Shouyun had left the rumored Los Angeles and returned to the relatively quiet San Francisco.


    Now he lives in the less than 150-square-meter rental house next to LinkedIn, but in the small town of Atherton, one of the most famous wealthy areas in Silicon Valley. After paying a 20% down payment, I bought this colonial-style luxury villa worth 15 million US dollars, covering an area of ??about 26,000 square meters, with 12 rooms, 2 swimming pools, tennis courts, guard rooms and other rich facilities.


    Although Guo Shouyun is not too wealthy in his pocket now, the housing prices in the United States are too low because of the economic crisis, and if they will rise sharply in a few years, it is really sorry for not buying them. Of course, Guo Shouyun didn''t plan to buy such a big one at first, but after seeing the information of several neighbors around him, he quickly chose to pay.


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    Looking at the familiar faces in the newspaper, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but think of that charming night, but he also knew that the relationship between him and Nicole Kidman was just a beautiful misunderstanding, so after a short memory, he was taken He actively put it behind his head.


    "Boss, Mr. Schmidt is here!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, put down the newspaper in his hand and stood up.


    "Please come in!"


    Not long after, a fat middle-aged man in a black suit and gold glasses walked in under the guidance of Wendy Solo.


    "Mr. Schmidt, welcome!"


    Looking at the smiling, handsome-looking young man who stretched out his right hand to him at the same time, Eric Schmidt swiftly stretched out his right hand.


    Today, in Silicon Valley circles, Guo Shouyun, who is also the chairman of two star companies of Google and LinkedIn, is an uncompromising rising star. And on top of that, the other side has the title of America''s Most Outstanding Young Writer on his head.


    "Mr. Guo, nice to meet you!"


    After a simple handshake, Guo Shouyun invited Eric Schmidt to the reception room of the manor. A brief look at one of the Iron Triangles who brought Google to glory in later generations.


    "Mr. Schmidt, what would you like to drink?"


    ��Just coffee!��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and he didn''t need to say anything, Wendy quickly instructed the servant to bring a cup of tea and coffee.


    "Please!"


    "thanks!"


    With a polite sentence, the two took a sip from their cups.


    "How about it?"


    ��The taste of Jamaica Blue Mountain is of course extraordinary!��


    "It seems that Mr. Schmidt is really a middle-class expert. In my case, aside from being able to drink coffee, don''t even think about the place of origin!" Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head.


    "Everyone''s taste is different. I think Mr. Guo''s taste in tea must exceed my knowledge of coffee." Eric Schmidt smiled and complimented after glancing at the tea cup in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "This may be the only thing I''m good at in drinking!" After a pause, he glanced at the middle-aged man opposite, "Mr. Schmidt, have you considered changing jobs?"


    "I don''t quite understand what Mr. Guo means?" Eric Schmidt shrank his pupils and said in a slightly solemn tone.


    ��Norwell, where Mr. Schmidt worked, has been losing money since the Nasdaq crisis. In the third quarter of this year, it lost more than $143 million, and in the fourth quarter it will only be more. Although in the last century It used to be brilliant in the late 1980s and early 1990s, but now Norwell has become sullen, and its strategic decision-making in the network operating system has made it lose its dominant position in the market. Even if the market environment improves in the future , Norwell is no longer a great company. So, I personally think that Mr. Schmidt should change to a new platform that can fully display your talents!"


    "Mr. Guo You should know that I am here to seek investment?" After a moment of silence, Eric Schmidt said calmly.


    The investment he is talking about is actually PE. Now Guo Shouyun''s Phoenix Investment Management Co., Ltd. has important stakes in Google, LinkedIn, Guo''s business, and the acquisition of the CDMA department of Juji Company, so it is in the Google investment circle. Already have some fame. Of course, it is incomparable with private equity giants such as Blackstone, Carlyle Fund, Goldman Sachs, and TPG, but now Norwell is losing money every quarter. Even if these predators are interested, the conditions will make them Can not afford. Therefore, the newly emerging Phoenix and other small and medium-sized PEs have become the most realistic choice for Novell.


    "I know. But now there are dozens of tech companies going bankrupt every day in Silicon Valley, the only thing that Norwell is better than them is that it once had a glorious history, but the history is the least valuable. And frankly, this company is in addition to you. Besides, I have absolutely no interest in it!" Guo Shouyun said bluntly without shyness.


    In fact, for Nowell, Guo Shouyun also knows how to get it out of the quagmire of bankruptcy. He just needs to give up Netware, which has no future, and shift the focus of research and development to Linux. With the foundation laid by Nowell in the past ten years, he wants to It''s not difficult to make a difference on Linux. But accomplishing this task requires Guo Shouyun and Norwell to invest hundreds of millions of dollars and a lot of time.


    Comparatively speaking, he is more willing to spend his energy on companies such as Apple and Amazon, rather than Norwell. Under the conditions of equal pay, the benefits brought by the former exceed the latter by too much.

 Chapter 95： future plan

    Chapter 95 Future Planning


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    "Thank you for your interest, but I''m sorry, I can''t give up Norwell at this time!" Eric Schmidt hesitated after showing a trace of struggle on his face.


    For his refusal, Guo Shouyun just frowned slightly, without showing any sign of anger. Just when he was about to continue speaking, Wendy came over again.


    "Boss, Professor Bell is here!"


    "Please come in!"


    After Wendy turned to leave, Guo Shouyun turned his head and said with a smile, "We''ll discuss something about communications and IT in a while. Mr. Schmidt, who has worked in Ziglow and Bell Labs, is also an expert in it. Would you like to stay and participate?"


    Out of curiosity, after a moment of hesitation, Eric Schmidt nodded.


    Not long after, Wendy walked over with a bookish middle-aged man in a black jacket, about fifty years old.


    "Boss, this is Professor Cadiz Bell."


    Cadiz Bell, former head of the CDMA research department of Juji Company, Ph.D. in electronics and communication engineering from the University of Chicago, holds nearly 100 patents related to communication, and is a real top elite in the industry.


    "Professor Bell, welcome!"


    Holding the hand that Guo Shouyun took the initiative to extend, Cadiz Bell couldn''t help but look at the new boss who acquired the CDMA department of Juji Company.


    "thanks!"


    But those who do research are somewhat unsociable. Therefore, Cadiz Bell''s attitude towards Guo Shouyun seemed a little arrogant. However, he didn''t think so, after all, the other party was just an unintentional loss.


    "Professor Bell, this is Mr. Eric Schmidt, who has worked at Bell Labs and Ziglow."


    Hearing this, Cadiz Bell looked at Eric Schmidt a few times, and then his expression became serious. Geinziglow is the design company of the famous Z80 series CPU in the IT industry, and the latter is also the research and development base of Bell, a telecom giant. Those who can work in these two companies are undoubtedly the senior elites of the industry.


    "Professor Bell, nice to meet you!"


    After the two shook hands and greeted him, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Please sit down! ... Professor, what would you like to drink?"


    "Is there a Coke?"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment. It was the first time he met someone who wanted to drink Coke on such an occasion. However, he didn''t need to pay attention to this kind of section, and nodded quickly after reacting.


    "Of course! ...Wendy, go get the professor a Coke!"


    Wendy Solo nodded and turned away quickly.


    After the servant brought the cola, Guo Shouyun was not too polite, and said directly: "Professor, I want to know, if we use ARM''s AP micro-architecture and IP design, plus our own baseband, to integrate into a SOC chip If so, how long will it take to develop?"


    AP is the collective name for CPU and GPU.


    "SOC system-on-chip?"


    Cadiz Bell was stunned for a moment and then said in surprise.


    "Not bad! Mainly for mobile devices such as mobile phones and PDAs." Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "ARM''s public version AP micro-architecture and IP design are readily available, and our accumulation in CDMA baseband is sufficient, so if it is only integrated, there is not much technical difficulty. However, similar to this integrated SOC The performance is not high, I am afraid that few companies are willing to buy it." After thinking for a while, Gaddis Bell shook his head.


    "The performance is not high, but there is no problem in calling and texting, right?"


    "Of course! In fact, the most fundamental difference between the integrated SOC and Nokia and Motorola is the quality of multimedia services, that is, multimedia messages, songs and other content. In addition, the power consumption may be higher."


    Today''s mobile phones are far less functional than 10 years later, and the content of the SOC chip is not as complicated as it was later. With the existing foundation and R&D capabilities of the CDMA department of Juji, it is not difficult to make a low-end SOC chip.


    "If we use ARM''s AP micro-architecture and we develop IP content ourselves, how long will it take to improve these problems?" Guo Shouyun continued after nodding.


    "I can''t answer this question, because it involves capital investment, and the results of 10 million and 100 million are completely different! In addition, there are contingency factors in scientific and technological research and development, and luck occupies a large part, so I do not The way to give you a very specific time."


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, and after a moment of silence, "If I invest 1.5 million US dollars in the laboratory every month from now on, will it take more time to meet my requirements?"


    "I don''t know, because technology is always evolving. Nokia and Motorola are also advancing rapidly!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned, and he found that he and Cadiz Bell''s thoughts were not on the same channel at all. It''s no wonder that his knowledge of engineering information technology comes from paper, while Gaddis Bell is a pure researcher who doesn''t understand business logic at all.


    "I think what Mr. Guo wants is an AP micro-architecture based on ARM, combined with the existing CDMA technology, how long does it take to integrate a mid-range SOC system-on-chip?" Mitt spoke up.


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun nodded quickly, and he finally realized what a correct decision it was to keep the other party. The latter not only understands business logic, but also is an expert in IT engineering, which completely makes up for the shortcomings of Guo Shouyun and Cadiz Bell in their respective professions.


    "If it is our own research and development, it may take two to three years. But if we acquire some companies engaged in AP design and gather their patents and research and development capabilities, it may be faster!" Even if he understood the answer Guo Shouyun wanted, But Cadiz Bell still did not give a specific time out of the caution of researchers.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun was not satisfied with this answer, but he did not criticize Cadiz Bell. Now, this top talent in electronic engineering research and development has many ''suiters'' in the outside world. Guo Shouyun believes that if he resigns the other party now, then offers from Qualcomm, Infineon, Freescale and other large and small IT companies can fill Cadiz Bell''s desk.


    "Technology is a cow!"


    After sighing inwardly, Guo Shouyun continued: "Professor Bell, from now on, I will invest 1.5 million US dollars in the laboratory every month. In addition to using this money for the research and development of CDMA, I also hope that you will use it in the shortest possible time. Based on ARM''s AP micro-architecture and IP content, come up with a SOC system-on-chip. And I promise that when I get this chip, my investment in the laboratory you lead will double!"


    Cadiz Bell''s eyes lit up. Although he does not understand business logic, he is very clear that without sufficient financial support, no matter how good the idea is, it will not evolve into a realistic scientific and technological achievement. Moreover, 1.5 million per month, or nearly 20 million US dollars in R&D funds a year, many medium-sized high-tech companies now do not have such high R&D investment.


    In addition, without the quantitative easing of the subprime mortgage crisis, the current dollar is quite valuable. $1.5 million is no small amount.


    "I will come up with a SOC chip that meets your requirements as soon as possible!"


    Listening to Cadiz Bell''s more respectful tone than before, Guo Shouyun felt the charm of money again.


    He originally planned to ask Cadiz Bell about TDS and OFDM communication standards, but because Eric Schmidt was next to him, he had to cancel it. Although he intends to reveal some of his future plans for the CDMA R&D department, in order to attract the interest of the other party. But the most important thing can''t be said before Eric Schmidt has agreed to join the job.


    After inquiring in detail about the current status of the CDMA R&D department, Guo Shouyun once again turned his attention to Eric Schmidt.


    "Mr. Schmidt, I am going to set up a design company based on the CDMA R&D department of Juji Company, which mainly develops SOC chips for mobile electronic devices, and sincerely invite you to serve as the CEO of this company. I don''t know if you have any interest?"


    Eric Schmidt''s talent in business management has been vividly reflected in the development of Google in later generations. But now Guo Shouyun is the chairman and CEO of Google. He obviously does not intend to let the other party divide his power, but talents are rare, and it is even more rare to be able to take charge of one side. Therefore, after investigating the situation of the other party at this time, an invitation letter was issued. Of course, although the name is to investigate the investment in Norwell, the essence is to solicit.


    "The matter is too important, I need time to think about it!"


    After thinking for a while, Eric Schmidt said seriously. Although Guo Shouyun has more potential than Norwell today, both LinkedIn and Google have a bright future. But now the other party wants him to be the CEO of the CDMA department of the former Juji Company that has just been acquired, which needs to be carefully considered. After all, the conversation between the other party and Cadiz Bell just now was not enough to impress him.


    "Yes, but I hope this time does not exceed three days!"


    Guo Shouyun was not surprised by Eric Schmidt''s answer. After all, although Nowell was in decline, it was still much larger than the CDMA division of Juji, which had just been acquired by him. Marrying a ''common man'' from a ''Gonghou Gaomen'', no matter how shrewd people are, they must consider the pros and cons.


    After nodding, Eric Schmidt thought for a moment, "Mr. Guo, can I ask you one more question?"


    "certainly!"


    "Is your acquisition of Juji''s CDMA division a pure investment, or are you planning to make a difference in the field of mobile chips?"


    Hearing this, Cadiz Bell who was sitting on the side couldn''t help but turn his eyes.


    Guo Shouyun already had the answer to this question concerning the company''s future, but he was once shaken after learning about the real difficulties of the SOC industry.


    After all, compared to the business model that lays the foundation for the future of the Internet, the gate of the SOC system chip is too high. Huge profits come from huge patent barriers, and amazing patents come from huge R&D investment. It took Huawei nearly 20 years to negotiate with Qualcomm. novelhall.com~ Therefore, if Guo Shouyun chooses the long-term, he must be prepared to fight a protracted war with high investment.


    If the same time, energy and money are put into the investment field, Guo Shouyun believes that he will get more returns from his previous knowledge. But if this acquisition is only regarded as an investment in the future IT industry, then he is a little unwilling. After all, the full set of CDMA patents in his hands is a trump card that can bypass Qualcomm''s patent pool.


    Although there was still some hesitation in his heart, his answer did not delay for too long. That''s fine with Cadiz Bell, and Eric Schmidt is a shrewd guy.


    "I am very optimistic about the future of the SOC system-on-chip industry and intend to make a difference in it."


    "Understood!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s deep eyes, Eric Schmidt nodded slowly. Although, the other party''s answer is not a satisfactory and very specific answer. But at least the other party has made it clear.


    At this point, the three did not continue to talk about any company matters. Guo Shouyun took the two to tour his manor, and after having lunch together at noon, he sent them away.


    "Boss, can he agree to our solicitation?" Wendy asked.


    "I don''t know yet. But I believe he will be interested!" Guo Shouyun said slowly as he watched Eric Schmidt leave.


    Want to recruit Eric Schmidt, a shrewd and extremely talented person who has proven himself in the market, without a few in-depth exchanges, let the other party see his future plans for the SOC chip field, he is will not agree. And today, it''s just a start.

 Chapter 96： Goldman Sachs shot

    Chapter 96 Goldman Sachs Shot


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    After sending Eric Schmidt and Cadiz Bell away. Guo Shouyun returned to his study. Turn on the computer and continue to write, but just after writing a few lines, he frowned, and a look of thought appeared on his face. After a while, he stood up, opened the safe next to him, and took out a stack of manuscripts that he had written a long time ago.


    This is a novel that Guo Shouyun began to write at the beginning of his time-travel and was due in May. Originally, I planned to bring it to Christopher when I went to meet him in England, but it was a little short of the ending. In addition, the knowledge reserve of the novel itself was too high, and it belonged to two extremes compared with the one published in the same period. In order to avoid possible pressure from public opinion and Suspiciously, Guo Shouyun locked it in the safe along with the manuscript.


    The original plan was to publish it in 2001, after the author''s name became more famous and more widely accepted by the public. But now it seems that this process has to be brought forward. Because, if he wants to make a difference in the field of SOC chips, he must invest a lot of money.


    Moreover, the expansion of the theater chain of Matrix Films and the next development of LinkedIn will require funds. Relying on , , , issued a second ABS asset-backed securities is a bit too thin. Although it is a popular TV series, the results after it was adapted into a novel are unknown. Only, this classic, which sold 7.5 million copies in 11 weeks, broke the single-book sales record of American novels, sold 80 million copies in 7 years, and ranked fifth in the world''s best-selling novels, can give Guo Shouyun what he wants. huge sums of money needed.


    "Two volumes,, plus this one, I can sell as many copies as I can write before the end of the year! It should be almost the same after all!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun picked up the phone on the table, "Wendy, come in!"


    "boss!"


    Looking at the blonde beauty who pushed in the door, Guo Shouyun handed over the manuscript in his hand.


    "Send it to Christopher and let him publish it as soon as possible! Tell him that LinkedIn and Google will cooperate with the new book promotion."


    Although Guo Shouyun rarely promotes his work through TV shows, LinkedIn and Google are two big platforms with tens of millions of audiences. Their promotion is absolutely no less than that of ABS, NBC, these super TV networks.


    "Okay, I''ll go right away!"


    Wendy Solo took a look at the manuscript, turned around and walked out quickly.


    After closing the door, Guo Shouyun was about to continue writing when his phone suddenly rang.


    "Boss, Goldman Sachs has done it!"


    William Zhang''s words instantly made Guo Shouyun''s spirit highly concentrated.


    "How much has Goldman invested in?"


    "$500 million, 10 times leverage!" William Zhang''s tone was full of excitement.


    As the five most watched investment banks on Wall Street, Goldman Sachs will definitely lead the blockbusters to follow.


    Enron is in trouble!


    "Great! It''s Goldman Sachs, there''s no taboo!"


    Guo Shouyun''s tone was filled with indescribable excitement and emotion. Since meeting Jeffrey Jilin, most of the pressure accumulated in his heart instantly disappeared in front of this good news.


    "... Now An Ran is afraid that he won''t have time to pay attention to us!"


    "Hehe, Enron''s stock price has fallen to $81.3, and Goldman''s short selling has directly wiped out nearly $2 billion of its market value. Now the entire management of Enron is busy doing crisis public relations, how can they take care of us!" William Zhang smiled.


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement. Goldman Sachs is not a Phoenix. Phoenix is ??short, and although a lot of money has been invested, more institutions and hot money on Wall Street are watching. But Goldman Sachs short, can definitely set off a wave. This is the industry influence of big companies, and it is what Guo Shouyun is most eager to obtain, but unfortunately Phoenix is ??far from Goldman Sachs'' century-old heritage.


    "By the way, how is the other thing I told you to do?"


    "$160 million has been fully invested, and the current leverage ratio is 3.4! Hold 24.52 million shares of Goldman Sachs, which is close to 8% of Goldman''s market value!"


    160 million is two-thirds of the total gross profit of Thorns Bird from its establishment to mid-September, all of which were used by Guo Shouyun to sell securities to buy Goldman Sachs. Because he is very clear that shorting Enron can definitely make Goldman Sachs a big profit, and its stock price will be high at that time. In addition, going long doesn''t offend people like going short, so take this opportunity to let Phoenix make a fortune again. The only pity is that Guo Shouyun did not use high leverage in order not to worry Christopher Ritter too much.


    "Yes, Goldman Sachs will maintain the current situation, and don''t increase the leverage!"


    "Understood! However, do you want to continue shorting An Ran?"


    "no need!"


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun shook his head, "We have already eaten the fattest piece of meat, and the rest will be left to others. Otherwise, we will be attacked by groups if we eat alone. We can''t afford too much now. hostility!"


    Although he wanted to continue betting, he was helpless now that he was still fledgling, and being too early could only cause trouble for himself. Fortunately, Phoenix is ??already shorting Enron, and the capital leveraged has exceeded 3 billion US dollars, second only to Goldman Sachs. Coupled with the fact that he entered the market when Enron''s stock price was at its highest, he might not have earned less than Goldman Sachs. So, he should be satisfied.


    William Zhang certainly understood Guo Shouyun''s concerns. In fact, he still admires his young boss''s long-term vision and calm overall view that he can give up his immediate interests.


    "The boss is wise!"


    After accepting William Zhang''s praise with peace of mind, "I will use all the funds I will give Phoenix in the future to acquire the shares of four companies!"


    "Four companies?"


    "Amazon, eaby, apple and RIM Canada!"


    Needless to say, Amazon, eaby, and Apple are all Internet and technology giants with unlimited potential. Canadian RIM company is the predecessor of the famous BlackBerry. Before the Apple iPhone was born, BlackBerry has always been the leader in the US mobile phone industry. At its peak, it was no less than Enron today. Also, 9/11 is less than a year away, and 9/11 was the moment when BlackBerry sales exploded, so now is the best chance to get in.


    "Boss, are you sure you want to invest now? Internet and technology stocks are not doing well right now."


    Of course, Guo Shouyun knows that now is not a good time. No matter Amazon or Apple, it really fell to the bottom after 9/11, so the best time to buy the bottom is 2002 rather than now. But Guo Shouyun understands better that smart people are not alone. Others will come in when you are bargain hunters. Under the competition, you may not be able to get the equity you want.


    Therefore, when others are watching, preempting the action has become his best choice at the moment. Of course, within two years, he will suffer certain financial losses because of these shares, but compared with the stock performance of these companies in the future, the current losses are not worth mentioning. Moreover, now that most of the downtrend caused by the Nasdaq crisis has passed, even if Amazon and Google will fall, they will not fall too much, and they are still within his tolerance.


    "I''m sure that the funds I allocated to you are all used to invest in the stocks of the four companies, but don''t put these shares in Lei Ting, but invest in the name of the ''Storm Asset Management Plan''."


    In Guo Shouyun''s plan, the investment projects of the Leiting Asset Management Plan are speculative in nature, with high leverage, high risk, and even ultra-high risk. The Baofeng asset management plan is relatively investment in nature, with medium risk or high risk, which is within an acceptable range.


    The reason for this setting is to facilitate the attraction of foreign capital. Also reassure Christopher Ritter. After all, Guo Shouyun''s shares in Thorn Bird Publishing Company are only 55%, and there is no way to monopolize the power like he does in Matrix.


    In addition, after Google and LinkedIn are listed and profitable, he will hand over the company''s surplus funds to Phoenix management, and he will not be criticized too much by the board of directors.


    "clear!"


    "I''m fine. You are keeping an eye on Enron and Goldman Sachs, as well as the trend of Wall Street. If there is any trouble, you must notify me as soon as possible."


    After a careful explanation Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. He stood for a while in the study with his mobile phone in his hand, and after a moment of hesitation, he took out a document from the safe.


    The document begins with: ''Enron, brilliance or financial scandal? ��. The most detailed black material about Enron that Guo Shouyun has been collecting so far will definitely bring a heavy blow to its stock price once it is exposed.


    "not the right time yet!"


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun slowly shook his head.


    Although An Ran is in a hurry now, before the building is about to collapse, rashly taking action will only make the mud-footed giant re-target himself. In this way, he did not hesitate to give up more profit opportunities, and disclosed some of the Enron information collected at a high cost to Goldman Sachs, so that the other party''s efforts to share the risks for him were in vain.


    "Oh, it''s still too much!"


    Compared with Goldman Sachs, one of the top five investment banks on Wall Street, with a profound political background and almost no taboos, Guo Shouyun has to be careful every step of the way. But this is also something that can''t be helped, who calls him a shallow foundation!


    After repacking the materials, Guo Shouyun wrote a meeting and drove to LinkedIn''s office area in the afternoon. With the growth of the business, LinkedIn''s office area has occupied two floors in the Hills Building, and the official staff has exceeded 500. In Silicon Valley, it is already a big company.


    Of course, it''s not just the growth of personnel. In addition to professional networking, LinkedIn''s blogs and forums are also booming. The number of registered members has grown rapidly and has basically entered the top five in the industry.


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 Chapter 97： LinkedIn Executive Meetings

    Chapter 97 LinkedIn Executive Meeting


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    "Boss, this is the registration status of LinkedIn members in October!"


    After taking a look at the information in Tim Duncan''s hand, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help frowning.


    "310,000?"


    Although it was only halfway through October, the number has dropped by nearly half compared to the same period in September. However, the number of Internet users in the United States has increased by more than 1ooo million in October, which is unreasonable in any case.


    "Have you analyzed the reason?"


    Tim Duncan nodded and said: "We have done 2,000 online questionnaires, and one of the problems reflected is that LinkedIn''s product line is not rich enough. At present, we only have blogs and forums, and the content is more professional than elite. Linkedin News has just been established, and its influence is still limited. In addition, in the field of career intermediaries, most companies and individuals still prefer substantiated intermediary companies and headhunters. Looking for jobs through the Internet is very important to job seekers and most companies. It is relatively unfamiliar. Therefore, after the peak of the Nasdaq economic crisis passed, the number of registered members and activity of the LinkedIn website have declined to varying degrees.��


    "What about the solution? Have you considered it?"


    "Considered. . . For the product line, we would like to add a ''library'' site for online documentation in addition to blogs, forums, and news!" Tim Duncan continued.


    "library?"


    Guo Shouyun is no stranger to this term. After the Internet has entered a mature stage, there are many websites that mainly provide online documents.


    "Yes. LinkedIn is a professional social networking site, and its core competitiveness is user experience. One of the key elements to improve user experience is to provide sufficient help in the career promotion of members. The promotion of positions will inevitably lead to professional skills. The training and improvement of vocational skills. Vocational skills training is the work of the school, and what we can provide on LinkedIn is enough professional materials. These materials include not only study notes, teacher''s lesson preparation materials, but also graduation theses, research papers and analysis papers. Everything that contributes to the knowledge of ability and vision.��


    "...Therefore, we want to open a ''library'' website that focuses on providing rich knowledge in all aspects, and cooperate with high schools and universities to use their rich content and open it to more network users who need it. The content is mainly subscription, and each copy The subscription revenue of the data is divided between our website and educational institutions, or the individual who provides the data!"


    "It''s a very good idea. But one thing is, once the data increases, we must find a way to select the best quality content and provide it to those who need it. Otherwise, the uneven content will only affect the user experience of the website and reduce our library. Income. Also, the price of a piece of information should not be too high. Otherwise, it will cost a dozen dollars or more to write a paper or an investigation report, and no one will use such a website." Guo Shouyun thought about it and then said.


    In later generations, websites such as Baidu Wenku, Douding, and Daoke Baba all belong to the category of ''Wenku''. After seeing more, Guo Shouyun can naturally make some long-term suggestions. Moreover, he is relatively optimistic about the development of such websites in the United States and Europe. After all, China is still in a savage development, and the legal provisions on copyright in Western society, as well as the public''s legal awareness, are relatively complete and good.


    Of course, he didn''t rely on his foreknowledge to point fingers at LinkedIn management such as Tim Duncan. Give them enough room to play freely, and then come forward to solve the problem when they arise. This will make them more motivated to work.


    "We also take this into consideration. So the average price of inbound documents is 2 cents for the time being. Then we will adjust the price according to the subscription rate and praise!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and continued: "In addition to asking the price, you have to solve another problem: that is, to ensure that after users search, the files that appear are all high-quality content with the highest ratings. Only let users find the most valuable content in the shortest time. The content of the website can improve the user stickiness of the website.��


    "Understood!" After nodding, Tim Duncan recorded Guo Shouyun''s comments in his work notes.


    "Is the website online?"


    "Not yet, the progress provided by the opening department is at the end of 1o!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly. Originally, he wanted to remind Tim Duncan about online education. But it''s still too early to think about it. The existing Internet conditions cannot reach the level of Internet distance education, so there is no opening.


    "Tell me about your solutions in the field of ''professional agency''?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "The establishment of a separate LinkedIn human resources company can be divided into two different departments, headhunting and ordinary intermediaries, to carry out comprehensive offline services." Tim Duncan nodded.


    "...The reason why LinkedIn''s business has been developing very slowly is because many employing companies are accustomed to offline recruiting and instinctively take precautions and vigilance against the nascent Internet. It happens that it is now during the Nasdaq crisis, and even more so. This trend is exacerbated. We develop offline entities to open up the market first in a way they are familiar with. This will not only expand the number of third-party employers who work with us on LinkedIn, but also drive more More users are registered on LinkedIn!��


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly. In fact, Tim Duncan''s idea is the concept of "Internet +" in later generations. Of course, the concept is a bit old now, but it''s not entirely new. It''s just that no one has summed up the concept. However, Tim Duncan was able to think of this method, which made Guo Shouyun look at him with admiration. After all, not everyone can break through the shackles of "birdcage logic" and combine the Internet with the real economy.


    "I''m glad you can think of this. As for the issue of funding, I will find a way. Also, let''s not take too big steps at the beginning, and we will launch offline physical store services in San Francisco first, and see how it works. Accumulate After the experience, consider the issue of national expansion, which can also save some funds and reduce risks as much as possible." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Understood!" Tim Duncan nodded.


    "Deng Ke, how much money is in the company''s account now?"


    Dunco Verne, a former Bank of America executive who just became LinkedIn''s chief financial officer. This position has previously been held concurrently by Tim Duncan. Although he did a good job, he was not a professional, and as the company grew, he was no longer suitable for the position. Moreover, ceo concurrently serving as cFo was originally an expedient measure for Guo Shouyun''s lack of suitable talents.


    "There is still $5.784 million, monthly expenses of 1.253 million, and income of 157,000!"


    "Can the money keep LinkedIn going through the end of the year?"


    "If offline brick-and-mortar stores don''t expand massively, yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly. At present, 65% of LinkedIn''s expenses are staff wages. The salary of nearly 500 people is not a small amount. This is also the fastest growing of all LinkedIn expenses. The second is the investment in servers, which accounted for 30% of the total investment. This proportion was higher before, but with the decline in the number of LinkedIn registrations, the expansion slowed down. As for property expenses, the miscellaneous business operating expenses have been growing slowly, and the proportion is not large.


    "Frank, you work in human resources. You were also a senior executive of Egon Zehnder. Are you interested in creating an offline human resources entity on LinkedIn?"


    Guo Shouyun looked at the smiling middle-aged man in a black suit sitting second on the left.


    A flash of thought flashed in Frank Arnell''s eyes, "Boss, does LinkedIn Human Resources operate as a division, or is it a separate subsidiary?"


    "What do you think?"


    "I think it is possible to operate the ordinary career intermediary business as a division directly under the head office, which can save costs. Then separate the headhunting business and set up a separate subsidiary, because the value of the career information of middle and senior professionals is very high. , the profits are huge. Moreover, the service forms and business methods of headhunters and ordinary intermediaries are different, and if they are mixed up, it is not conducive to shaping their respective brand values.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, then looked around after a brief thought, "What do you think?"


    "I support Frank''s point of view. Career agencies focus on simple talent supply. The fees can be oriented to both individuals and groups. They focus on quantity and are not responsible for the results of recommendations. The target of headhunting services is usually high-end in various industries. Talent, high education, high level and high income are his distinctive features. For candidates recommended by headhunting companies, after entering the post, they will follow up to help candidates analyze problems and help candidates quickly adapt to the working environment. If you are dismissed during the probation period, the headhunting company will also bear the corresponding compensation responsibilities, etc. There are essential differences in the service levels of the two parties, and UUkanshu should treat them differently." Dunke Verne said first.


    "If we treat them differently, then LinkedIn and LinkedIn headhunters will have to adopt two different development plans. Needless to say, headhunters are naturally dominated by city clusters where large companies are concentrated. But what about LinkedIn''s development? Is it a zoning system? Or set up branches in each state?" Tim George said.


    "I suggest a zoning system, combine several states into one district, set up a LinkedIn branch, and recruit a certain number of salespeople. For small-scale recruitment, we only provide candidates. If it is a large-scale talent recruitment with more than 50 people , we can send sales staff to carry out certain on-site coordination. At the same time, these sales staff, in addition to offline recruitment services, can also be used as a communication hub when the English library, news and other content are needed for offline business. '' Frank Arnell said seriously.


    After everyone said their own words, their eyes focused on Guo Shouyun again. As the chairman of the board, it was he who made up his mind on such a major event that was related to the future of the company. In fact, after listening to their suggestions, Guo Shouyun had already made up his mind.


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 Chapter 98： trade-off

    Chapter 98: The Way to Choose


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    "Your opinions are very pertinent, and I am also very supportive of the idea of ??expanding LinkedIn''s offline services. However, I do not agree with the establishment of a separate headhunting company under LinkedIn. There are two reasons: first, the door to the headhunting industry. Too high, not only requires a large number of professionals, as well as a lot of money, but also requires deep contacts. We can solve the capital, but the contacts and professionals are what we lack in LinkedIn. And this industry is also for us. too unfamiliar."


    "...Second, LinkedIn is an Internet professional social networking company. The core of our service is professional social networking rather than professional intermediary. The latter serves the former, so how can we solve the user''s job search needs in the fastest way and increase the number of user registrations and stickiness? It is the core of our concern. Obviously, it is easier to solve this problem by taking advantage of our information advantages and cooperating with a mature headhunting company than by setting up a headhunter by ourselves." Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    Just a few months ago, he had absolutely no problem with LinkedIn setting up a separate headhunting company. But after repeated entanglement and hesitation in the acquisition of the cdma research department and patents of Juji Company, Guo Shouyun finally realized the biggest problem since his rebirth: he was too greedy.


    The huge advantage of rebirth for nearly 20 years makes him see that every industry contains huge opportunities, although he has consciously controlled his greed and gave up investment opportunities in many industries. But in less than a year, he has straddled six or seven fields such as film production, publishing, games, the Internet, and financial investment. Although he has made money or seized future opportunities, he has undoubtedly scattered his not rich funds and energy, and he has not been at the top of any industry.


    Therefore, after acquiring the cdma department of Juji Company and deciding to cultivate in it, Guo Shouyun began to plan his future more rationally. Many unnecessary and non-core investment plans have been eliminated, including the headhunting industry that was originally intended to be entered.


    Tim Duncan and Frank Arnell and other veterans who have been on LinkedIn for a long time exchanged glances, and they were a little surprised by Guo Shouyun''s refusal, who were familiar with Guo Shouyun''s temperament. However, the other party''s analysis is also in line with the reality of LinkedIn, so no one objected.


    "Boss, since we want to cooperate with a mature headhunter, which one should we choose?" Tim Duncan asked.


    "Any of the top five headhunters can do it, it just depends on who''s conditions are good!"


    LinkedIn holds the most important information resource in the headhunting industry. The emperor''s daughter is not worried about marriage, and the bargaining capital is abundant, so Guo Shouyun did not explain in detail.


    "Understood!"


    Tim Duncan nodded.


    "Regarding the field of general career intermediaries, we will manage and expand in the form of branches and divisions in accordance with the resolution just now, starting from California, and then expanding to the whole country after accumulating experience."


    Compared with headhunters, the gates of ordinary career intermediaries are much lower, and they do not require much tracking services in the later stage. Therefore, LinkedIn, which has mastered the core information advantage, has a huge advantage, so it does not need any partners. Besides, employment agencies are generally not large, and there is no suitable one for cooperation. It is better to do it yourself.


    "Yes!"


    "Does anyone have any other questions?"


    Everyone looked at each other, but no one said a word.


    "Since that''s the case, let''s start this executive meeting, let''s end the meeting!"


    "Bruce!"


    Just as Guo Shouyun was packing up the office supplies on the table and preparing to leave, Martin Alexander, who didn''t speak much during the entire meeting, blocked his way.


    "Is something wrong?"


    "There will be a computer science reunion tomorrow night, and everyone wants to invite you to participate!"


    "Alumni Association?"


    Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    "Yeah! They''re basically our classmates from the 98th grade computer science department!" Martin nodded.


    In the previous life, Guo Shouyun participated in many alumni reunions after graduating from University. At the beginning, everyone was still bragging and farting normally, eating and drinking, and talking about goodbye by the way. But after working for a few years, the reunion has basically changed. Comparing with each other, bragging and beating horses became popular. After a few times, Guo Shouyun never went there again. However, he has not experienced what the American classmates will be like, and he is somewhat interested.


    In fact, even though he was at Stanford for two years, his best friends other than Martin were a bunch of animals on the basketball team. As for the Department of Computer Science, because there is no fixed class location, most of them are general acquaintances.


    "What time and place?"


    "Tomorrow at 6 o''clock at my house!"


    "your home?"


    Guo Shouyun looked at Martin Alexander in astonishment. When did this guy with infinite emotional intelligence think of organizing a class reunion?


    "It was Su Li''s idea!"


    Martin touched the back of his head, a bit of embarrassment on his face.


    "Suri Windrow?"


    In addition to being surprised, Guo Shouyun''s mind quickly came to the image of a golden woman with a beautiful appearance and a hot body. As Martin''s roommate, the object of his long-standing admiration is all too clear.


    However, as the flower of Stanford Law School, Suri Windrow has countless suitors around her. In contrast, Martin has almost no advantages other than computers. Therefore, I confessed several times in four years of college, but they were all ruthlessly rejected by the other party.


    "Are you really together?"


    "Um!"


    After nodding hard, Martin had an excited look on his face.


    Seeing his dead appearance falling into the honeypot, Guo Shouyun was happy for him, but also warned him a few words. Because he didn''t have to guess to understand that Sully Windrow''s change of heart was definitely not him, but for his wealth and status on LinkedIn.


    Although LinkedIn has not yet been listed, there are not one or two institutions that come to invest. Although they were all rejected by Guo Shouyun. But unexpectedly, the more he refused, the higher the offer from these investment institutions. Recently, Idg has given an offer of 2000,000 for 10% of the shares. Although it was still rejected by Guo Shouyun. But all of Silicon Valley knows LinkedIn''s future is limitless. And Martin Alexander, who owns 15% of LinkedIn, is worth over 10 million. The most important thing is that LinkedIn is still in the high development stage, and the 15% stake in his hands is still increasing in value. Therefore, for those beautiful women who want to step into the upper class, Martin is undoubtedly a potential stock that cannot be missed. Although Suri Windrow''s appearance was beyond Guo Shouyun''s expectations, it was also reasonable.


    So, after thinking about it, he swallowed the words that came to his mouth. One is that the current Martin may not listen to his admonitions; the other is that Guo Shouyun, who has been in the society for more than ten years in his previous life, knows very well that even if there is no Suri Windrow by Martin''s side, there will be other beautiful The woman appears. Rather than being a stranger he didn''t know, it was the current Suri Windrow.


    "Congratulations, Martin, your long-cherished wish has finally come true!"


    "Thank you! ... Bruce, you should also think about your own personal problems. I think Wendy is good, you can think about it!" Martin nodded happily, then glanced at Jin Li who was standing not far away, He whispered in Guo Shouyun''s ear.


    "You don''t need to worry about me. You should live your two-person world with Su Li. When you get married, I will be the best man for you!" Guo Shouyun shook his head and laughed.


    His personal problems were never a problem.


    "Agreed?"


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Then I''ll go first, remember the party tomorrow night!"


    "Know!"


    Looking at his back, UU read www. A look of thought appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face on uukanshu.com.


    "Suri Windrow is a scheming woman. She actually wants to build her own network of contacts through Martin and my influence? ... Tomorrow night''s class reunion will be interesting!"


    "Boss, it''s almost time!"


    Wendy Solo came over and reminded.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, picked up his coat from the seat back and put it on, then pushed the door and walked out. His assignment this afternoon was more than just a regular LinkedIn meeting.


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 Chapter 99： PayPal Gang

    Chapter 99 paypa1 gangster


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    Palo Alto, one of the core cities of Silicon Valley, has moved from the garage into a formal office since paypa1 accepted a $2.2 million investment from Phoenix Capital. The number of personnel has grown from less than ten people to more than 30 people.


    Now, this newly emerging Internet payment-based company has been acquired by Guo Shouyun''s Phoenix Investment Management Co., Ltd. at a price of more than 10 million yuan. 75% of the shares, in addition to the management retaining 10%, the rest All in the hands of Michael Moretz''s Phoenix Capital.


    After driving to paypa1''s office, Qin Zhicheng was already waiting here.


    "boss!"


    After nodding at him, Guo Shouyun walked into paypa1''s office with some anticipation under his leadership.


    Because of getting the news in advance, the office was not as cluttered as Guo Shouyun imagined.


    Along with a round of applause, Guo Shouyun walked through the crowd and came to the center of the office in the eyes of everyone. Since there is no meeting room, the office area acts as a temporary meeting room. A table and a background board behind it became Guo Shouyunyan''s podium.


    After waving his hand and suppressing the applause of the crowd, Guo Shouyun''s eyes swept across the curious and inquiring faces. After organizing the language, he said with a smile: "It''s nice to meet everyone, I believe that before. You guys know me too. So to save time, I won''t introduce myself! Also, I''d like to apologize to my assistant, Miss ''Wendy'', because the 37-page speech is too much. Much, it took me way too long to read it from the script, which is very bad!"


    "You are the boss, you have the final say!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s eyes, Wendy shrugged her shoulders slightly, and said in a somewhat helpless tone.


    The conversation between the two led to a commotion among paypa1 employees, and even a few whistles. This is not difficult to understand, paypa1''s corporate culture is to break the rules. They love to see all kinds of unusual tunes. Guo Shouyun''s performance suits their appetite very well.


    ��I am very grateful for the interest in paypa1��s business, hence the acquisition. Of course, my strategy team has been against my acquisition of paypa1 throughout the process. I asked them why and they told me that six of paypa1��s Among the founders, four have made bombs and are out-and-out violent. I said it doesn''t matter. When I was in Huck''s middle school, I used my adoptive father''s hunting rifle to point at the disgusting man. The head of a physical education teacher with racist views, I told him ''if he dares to call me a yellow monkey again'' I will blow his head, and this soft **** is a coward. Although I paid the price later, I did not No regrets. Of course, I don''t say that because I advocate violence. I admire this guy with a madness in his bones, because I believe in a success theory of ''you can''t follow the rules to be successful.''"


    "However, the above reasons were not enough to convince my strategy team, they are a bunch of shrewd and stubborn guys. So they quickly said to me: Boss, paypa1 is still for you. Because their founder Peter Thiel Think every athlete who plays basketball is an idiot and you''re the main guard for the Stanford Cardinals home team. Besides, they don''t take in any union employees, and mBas, fraternities, consultants, etc. Plus, paypa1 doesn''t fit the corporate culture of LinkedIn and Google."


    When Guo Shouyun finished speaking, a young man in a plaid shirt sitting in front of him was stunned, and couldn''t help but twitched the corner of his mouth. Although he was mentioned by the new boss, he didn''t say anything more.


    "��what they say makes sense. But I thought about it and said to my advisory team that I bought paypa1 mainly from Phoenix Investments, not Google and LinkedIn. So I never thought about integrating it in Linkedin or Google, paypa1 should be independently exhibited and then listed. As for my basketball, it turns out that I am not a muscle idiot. Now I have a master''s degree in computer science from Stanford, a bachelor''s degree in economics and history, and am proficient in English, Chinese and Spanish, a genius with an IQ of over 14o. Therefore, I should be suitable for the team of paypa1.��


    "After my strategy team heard my words, they knew that I was determined to acquire paypa1. In the end, they told me that paypa1 people reject headhunters, they never recruit employees, they don''t want professional managers, and they don''t want to jump from big companies. People, they don''t need PhDs, they just hire their friends or those ''Bill Gates'' college dropouts."


    "I said it was okay because I also just ''dropped out'' from Stanford in April of this year. Also, no matter what kind of recruiting, as long as he is a talent and has a respectable morality, then even if he is a criminal, I I would like to give him a chance.��


    "So, you see, I fit so well with paypa1. I bought paypa1, and I didn''t intend to change its corporate culture, nor do I intend to make it a vassal of LinkedIn, Google, or any Internet company, but to build Become the No1 in the field of Internet payment!"


    ''Crash'', thunderous applause sounded again, this time more enthusiastically than before. Because Guo Shouyun''s words clarified his attitude towards paypa1, soothed the confusion among employees about the company''s future after the company was acquired, and stabilized people''s hearts.


    For founders and management such as Pete Thiel, Max Levine, Reid Hoffman, Chen Shijun, Peter Thiel, etc., Guo Shouyun''s words also relieved them. Paypa1 independent exhibition, then they are still the veterans of the company, such a future is undoubtedly more promising than becoming a subsidiary of LinkedIn or Google.


    Noticing the changes in the expressions of these people, Guo Shouyun nodded secretly in his heart. Although the elites of the paypa1 gang are now missing a small number of Elon Musk and others, the ones that are already there have already made him salivate. Therefore, before thinking about how to maximize the use of these talents, it is very important to use paypa1''s promise to be listed in the future to stabilize people''s hearts and keep them in paypa1.


    "Okay, that''s all I''m going to say. ... Pete, I know that paypa1 operates in an open-ended way, and all employees can see detailed data on the company''s customer records, revenue data, fraud losses, and capital expenditures. So I asked directly, �� what is the number of registered users of paypa1 now?��


    "The registration data as of now is 1o52,000!"


    Pete Thiel, the CEO of paypa1 in a black jacket, got up and replied.


    "What about the transaction amount?"


    "$7.73 million!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "According to the 1% handling fee, paypa1 has generated a gross profit of 773,000 so far!"


    "Yes! Although it''s not much, we are growing rapidly. From the time we received the capital injection from Phoenix Capital in July to now, the average weekly growth rate is 48.5%! That is to say, every two months paypa1 users and transactions The amount will be doubled." Peter Thiel''s tone was full of pride.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him, and he also felt proud and confident about the company he founded. He could understand how Pete Thiel was feeling. However, as an acquirer, he has to suppress this emotion and enhance his presence in paypa1.


    Of course it''s not difficult. Later, he saw a lot of Alipay and WeChat payment, including some strategies used in the later exhibition of paypa1. Therefore, it is easy to give some advice to immature paypa1.


    "Your exhibition on paypa1 is really fruitful. But in my opinion, there is still a lot of room for improvement in paypa1 now!"


    His words instantly attracted the attention of Peter Thiel, Reid Hoffman and others.


    Looking at their unconvinced eyes, Guo Shouyun was not surprised. The heart of a genius is always proud.


    "The current paypa1 is just a simple payment tool, or an instant payment tool. After the two parties of the transaction agree on the price, the transfer is made through paypa1, and paypa1 is not responsible for the consequences of the transfer. This is the current business model of paypa1!" Paused Afterwards, Guo Shouyun''s eyes quickly swept across the crowd, "This business model is feasible, but in my opinion it is still relatively rudimentary. Because it does not solve the security problem of transactions."


    "I''m sorry to interrupt. Transaction security should be the responsibility of both parties, and paypa1 is only an Internet payment company, not an insurance company!"


    A young man with eyes interrupted Guo Shouyun unceremoniously.


    Guo Shouyun, who had a deep understanding of the high-level structure of paypa1, quickly recognized him as Max Levin, one of the founders of paypa1.


    "paypa1 is indeed not an insurance company, but if the transaction cannot make both parties feel at ease, why should I use paypa1? What if I am cheated? I think both parties in any transaction will This question always arises when conducting online transactions. After all, the Internet is virtual, and the two sides of the transaction may be separated by the entire United States. Of course, as Mikes said, we can leave these problems to the insurance company to solve, or to The two sides of the transaction share the risk. But in this case, what about the paypa1 exhibition? Do they simply wait for others to solve the problem, and then use paypa1 to conduct transactions? In this case, why can''t they set up their own Internet payment company, A business model doesn��t need patents anyway?!��


    Guo Shouyun''s words successfully caused most of the people present to ponder. In the past, their exhibition was too smooth, and many problems were not encountered, and naturally they would not think of solving them. Moreover, the well-established legal system in the United States, as well as the security procedures of e-commerce websites such as eBay and Amazon, have made this very prominent problem in China less prominent in the United States. Moreover, there are still too few people who actually conduct online transactions today. There are only 60 to 70 million Internet users in the United States.


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    Chapter 100 Account Security Period


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    "Everyone, if paypa1 wants to be a great company, it can''t just consider what we can do, but what customers need us to do. Customers need a medium for online transfers, and now that paypa1 has been implemented, customers need to ensure that they are able to transact. Safety, if you need to receive the goods if you are not satisfied, you can achieve a convenient refund service, which we have not covered.��


    ����don��t tell me that this is something that e-commerce sites should consider. Why can��t we take the initiative to think about customers? If we can solve this problem, then not only individual customers will rely on us, but even e-commerce sites, brick-and-mortar companies will rely on us Provided security services. This means that the application of paypa1 is not only for individuals, but also enables online transfers between enterprises. This is a huge, untapped, and lucrative market. If these can be solved, I believe paypa1 The future will be a giant of the Internet payment industry with a market value of tens of billions of dollars.��


    Looking at the bright-eyed paypa1 employees around him, Guo Shouyun understood that his strategy was successful. This is still the magic skill he learned from Jack Ma, called ''painting a flatbread''. This move not only succeeded in retaining talents when Ali was in a difficult time, but even allowed him to graduate from Yale. Cai Chongxin, who earned an annual salary of US$700,000 in a German investment company, let go of everything and went to Ali, who was almost a grass-roots team back then, showing its power.


    Of course, he doesn''t have the eloquence of Jack Ma that is comparable to that of an international success master, but he has nearly 20 years of history to learn from. Standing tall and seeing far away, what you say naturally carries a convincing charm.


    And this trick Guo Shouyun is also tried and tested. LinkedIn, Google, including Matrix, have been "flickered" by him.


    "Then what should we do?"


    "Yes, what should we do to attract more customers and improve the security of paypa1?"


    Paypa1''s long-standing relaxed working atmosphere made the employees present to ask questions without any scruples.


    After waving for everyone to be quiet, Guo Shouyun, who was extremely satisfied with the results he had achieved, continued with a smile: "It is not complicated to solve this problem, as long as an insurance period is set for each transaction fund. That is to say, between the buyer and the The moment the seller decides to trade, the buyer''s funds will first enter the paypa1 account, and when the seller''s goods are handed over to the buyer, the buyer can press the payment button for the transaction on the paypa1 software, then the funds will be It will be transferred from paypa1''s account to the seller''s account."


    "...If the buyer does not deal with the transaction, the funds will be automatically transferred to the seller''s account after a week. In addition, if the buyer is not satisfied with the received goods and wants to refund, he can use paypa1 Click the ''Return'' button on the software, then the period of the transaction will be automatically extended for half a month, until the two sides end the dispute, the money will be returned to the buyer, or transferred to the seller. In this way, we will add an additional value to the transaction. I have an insurance policy to ensure that the interests of both parties will not be lost as much as possible. I think under such a guarantee, many customers and even merchants are willing to use paypa1 software!"


    "What a genius idea!"


    After thinking for a while, Pete Tell couldn''t help but exclaimed in admiration.


    "I think we should act quickly and implement this unparalleled idea on the paypa1 program." Peter Thiel said excitedly.


    His words won the unanimous agreement of everyone. The people present were all smart people, and Guo Shouyun''s ideas were not complicated to say. They could understand the importance of the "transaction security period" to the paypa1 exhibition with a simple thought.


    Seeing the eyes of everyone focused on him, Guo Shouyun understood that they were waiting for his decision. Obviously, after the remarks just now, everyone in paypa1 recognized his existence. And this is exactly what Guo Shouyun wanted.


    Of course, he still has a lot of ideas for the paypa1 exhibition. But now he doesn''t want to take it all out, one is because the time is not ripe, and the other is because it is easier to build his prestige among paypa1 employees by digging out a little bit.


    "I''m very happy that you are in the current state of work. I hope you can keep it up in the days to come. I look forward to the day when I go to the Nasdaq to ring the bell with you, and the meeting is over!"


    After everyone dispersed, Guo Shouyun greeted Pete Thiel and David Sacks, the chief financial officer of paypa1, and walked into the chairman''s office prepared for him in advance.


    "I brought the two of you here, I have something to explain to you!"


    After the two looked at each other, they nodded in unison.


    "When the function of paypa1''s ''transaction security period'' is perfected and introduced to the market, there will be tens of millions in our paypa1 bank account, and there will even be hundreds of millions, billions, or even tens of billions of precipitation funds in the future. If it is simply stored in the bank, it will not create the greatest benefits for our company, so the most reasonable way is to borrow short-term loans. But how much to borrow? How long to borrow? All need to be carefully studied. We must ensure the liquidity of the funds in our account. No problem!"


    Guo Shouyun''s words suddenly lit up the eyes of the two of them. They also immediately thought of this question. US express usually 3-7 days, holidays will be postponed. If there is a return refund, the funds will remain in the paypa1 account for a longer period of time. This is a huge maneuverable space. Especially in a country with a highly developed financial industry such as the United States, the benefits that this fund can generate is absolutely unimaginable.


    "Pete and David, one of you is responsible for the daily management of paypa1, and the other is responsible for finance. After our safe period trading program is launched, you will cooperate with each other to make all funds according to the number of days they are deposited in the paypa1 account. Detailed investment plan. Remember, don��t chase high returns, safety, low risk and stable cash flow are at the heart of this investment plan.��


    "Understood, Boss!" The two said in unison.


    "Call me Bruce, isn''t that what everyone calls me in paypa1!" After a pause, after the two nodded, "That''s all I want to say, do you have anything else to do?"


    "No!"


    "Then get busy!"


    After nodding, the two got up and walked out.


    "Boss, you were so cool just now." Wendy Solo said with admiration in his eyes.


    "Yeah! These paypa1 people are all talented geeks with stinky and tough tempers. The boss can convince them in just ten minutes, which is really admirable!" Qin Zhicheng praised.


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Okay, you two don''t need to praise me. ... Lao Qin, I promised you that after acquiring paypa1 and Juji''s cdma research department, I will give you a week off. Now I fulfill my promise. , you can relax to your heart''s content for the next week."


    "Thank you boss, it seems that I have to hurry up and book a flight to Hawaii!"


    "Go, remember to bring me a gift when you come back!"


    Qin Zhicheng smiled and nodded, and after saying "goodbye", he turned and left the office.


    "Wendy, is David Heyman still in Los Angeles?"


    "Still!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Let Buddy pay more attention to his whereabouts. This guy was kicked out by us and Warner. It''s a little abnormal to be so quiet now!"


    "The boss suspects he''s going to target us?" Wendy Solo frowned.


    "aoL Time Warner is a world-class media giant with a market value of over 100 billion. David Heiman is not a fool. He won''t touch an egg to a stone. We are the only ones who can deal with it better!" Guo Shouyun said with a deep gaze.


    "Then should we hurry back to Los Angeles?" Wendy Solo asked worriedly.


    "Of course you have to go back, but you don''t need to worry too much!" Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly. The best way to do this is to "remain unchanged". Moreover, he did not believe that David Heyman, an Englishman, could come up with any means that would pose a major threat to him.


    Of course, this conceited idea caused him and Matrix Pictures to suffer a lot later, which is not for the time being.


    "Boss, I''m not questioning your decision, but if you hadn''t excluded Heiman Films, I''m afraid you wouldn''t have these troubles now!"


    "You''re right, but doing business is not about making friends, we can''t please everyone!"


    The economic benefits of a "Harry Potter" in less than 20 years have exceeded 300 million US dollars. If such huge benefits were not swallowed by the current strength of Matrix Pictures, he would not even share it with Time Warner. What''s more, Heiman Films?


    Wendy Solow also studied economics, and of course understands the cruelty of competition in the market.


    "Okay, put the matter of David Heyman aside for the time being, you help me sort out the data of paypa1, I''ll take it to see it!"


    "OK!"


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    The next evening!


    "Wendy, how is it, am I dressed properly?"


    After tidying up his black jacket and looking in the mirror, Guo Shouyun asked with a smile.


    "Sure. But it''s cooler when you''re in a suit!"


    Wendy smiled and nodded.


    "I''m going to the class reunion, so it''s a little inappropriate to wear a suit!"


    "Do you need me to go with you?"


    "No need You are so beautiful, I''m afraid my classmates will drool when you get there!" After teasing, Guo Shouyun picked up the mobile phone on the table, "Matthew, you Come with me!"


    Matthew Bloom nodded. The retired elite of the Delta Special Forces is the second bodyguard next to Guo Shouyun. He just joined the post last week.


    Wendy, who already knew Guo Shouyun''s character, didn''t insist.


    "Don''t come back too late, you have to fly to Seattle tomorrow."


    "I know!"


    After casually raising his hand and waving it, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked out of the room. Driven by Matthew, the two came to Martin Alexander''s home.


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 Chapter 101： fraternity

    Chapter 101 Brotherhood


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    As LinkedIn''s vice president and head of research, although the company has not yet been listed, Matthew, who has a monthly salary of 20,000 US dollars, also took a loan to buy a two-story building near LinkedIn, covering an area of ??about 200 square meters. ''s residence.


    "Looks like there are a lot of people!"


    After noticing the cars parked on the side of the road and the brightly lit houses not far away, Guo Shouyun thought.


    "Matthew, put me down at the door and you find a place to park."


    "Boss, won''t I go in with you?"


    "No, just wait in the car. I''ll call you as soon as there is a situation."


    Considering it was a classmates reunion, Guo Shouyun, who would not be in any danger, said.


    Hearing him say this, Matthew Bloom didn''t insist anymore.


    After getting out of the car, he briefly looked at the whole house. Guo Shouyun pushed open the waist-high courtyard door and followed the garden road that crossed the lawn to the door. Just as he was about to knock on the door, he never thought that the thick wooden door would be preempted by someone from inside. opened. A guy in a white suit hugged the tall golden girl in his arms, and walked out without anyone else while kissing passionately.


    Fortunately, Guo Shouyun hid quickly, otherwise he would have to be hit by these two rash guys.


    "Bruce Guo?"


    Guo Shouyun''s actions successfully attracted the attention of the two, especially the young man in a white suit, about twenty-six or seven years old, who quickly pushed away the female companion in his arms, and walked over to Guo Shouyun with great interest.


    "You are��?"


    He frowned slightly and looked at the guy in front of him. He never remembered that there was such a person among his classmates.


    "Jason Valles, Stanford Economics Class of ''92!"


    Looking at the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, after suppressing the doubts in his heart, Guo Shouyun stretched out his right hand and said, "Nice to meet you!"


    "You also came to this party?"


    "Party, isn''t this a class reunion?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise.


    "Of course it''s the class reunion. Tonight is the class reunion at Stanford. Let''s go, I''ll take you in. Many people in there want to know you!"


    In the memory left by Bruce Guo, there are countless experiences of his participation in the alumni reunion, of course Guo Shouyun is no stranger to this. But compared to the classmates reunions he had attended before, the man at this party did not say that all the women he saw were young and beautiful, well-dressed, and of good-looking figures. Few of these apparently arranged women were his classmates.


    "Everyone, Bruce Guo, who we most want to see, is here!"


    Jason Wallace, who came in with Guo Shouyun, shouted, instantly attracting the attention of everyone in the room.


    "Bruce...!"


    Putting down the wine glass in his hand, Martin Alexander quickly greeted him.


    When he approached, Guo Shouyun smiled and gave him a deep look, "Martin, you gave me a big surprise today!"


    A trace of embarrassment appeared on Martin Alexander''s face, of course he knew what Guo Shouyun was referring to.


    "Su Li, I didn''t expect us to meet again so soon!"


    Without giving Martin a chance to explain, Guo Shouyun turned his eyes to a shrewd woman who was standing beside him at this moment.


    Suri Windrow smiled, "Bruce, you have been a well-known entrepreneurial elite in Silicon Valley for more than half a year. It is our honor that you are here today."


    After quickly scanning her left hand holding Martin, Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed with a gleam, and he nodded with a smile.


    "Martin and I are best friends and partners in a joint venture. Of course I can''t be absent at his invitation!"


    After a pause, his eyes turned to the crowd surrounding him, "Won''t you introduce me?"


    Martin Alexander''s expression changed, and he was about to speak, but Suri Windrow, who was standing beside him, had already preempted: "Bruce, let me introduce you, this is Keith Breschlaud, now Bank of America San Francisco. Head of branch credit department!"


    After briefly looking at the young white man in a dark blue suit, about twenty-seven or eighteen years old, with gold-rimmed glasses and slightly long and narrow eyes, Guo Shouyun held the other person''s hand. The right hand stretched out actively.


    "Mr. Guo, I''ve heard the name for a long time!"


    "You''re welcome, it''s really embarrassing to be praised by the founder of the famous ''Kratos Brotherhood''!"


    A gleam of light flashed in Keith Breschlaud''s eyes, "Mr. Guo also knows us?"


    "Of course!...Although I only studied at Stanford University for two years, I still know the names of ''Archimedes'', ''Kratos'' and ''Joan of Arc''!" Guo Shouyun nodded and smiled.


    ''Archimedes'', ''Kratos'' and ''Joan of Arc'' are the most famous fraternity and sorority societies at Stanford University, similar in nature to the famous Yale University ''Skull and Bones''.


    Having said that, I have to mention the fraternity and sorority that has a long history and tradition in the United States.


    The fraternity started out as a secret organization in the upper-class church school. At that time, the university was still a church system, with strict school rules, monotonous social life and after-school life, and all kinds of thoughts were imprisoned by religion. For college students in their early twenties, Such a life is simply torture.


    So, a group of rebellious children''s shoes got together and started a secret small group similar to the lower party. It started with everyone getting together to discuss life and current affairs. People of that era generally worshiped democracy and freedom, so most of the Brotherhoods named their groups after Greek letters and names, the source of European democracy, and the meeting place was very secretive.


    In the beginning, such a group continued the atmosphere of speculation and discussion in Greek philosophy, and the operation of the entire organization group also inherited the way of the Greek city-state, such as democratic voting on bills, and the way of handling affairs and adjudication also inherited the Greek society and philosophical system. It was completely different from the religious centralization that prevailed in the society at that time.


    However, because such discussions are not in compliance with the school rules, all activities must be conducted in secret, and the participating members form a revolutionary feeling of different surnames and brothers. In order to identify each other, the participating members will have unique mutual recognition signs such as member badges. Later, 6 Continue to establish a set of relatively obscure "passwords", colors, flags, badges, symbols and so on.


    And in order to resist the "spy", there will be a series of membership review methods. During this time, those who apply for membership are called "brothers", and they need to complete a series of requirements. There will be members responsible for all the review and membership process. This obscure, exclusive, private, and "elite" small group state gives participants a series of "identity" and "honor". Later, there were many misunderstandings about such groups from the outside world, which gradually became closely related to a series of complex "unspoken rules" behind American society and American universities in the following hundred years of exhibitions.


    The sorority is a derivative of the fraternity, because at the beginning Catholic schools only had boys, so the secret societies that started were only boys. Later, similar groups in girls'' schools were called ''sororities''. Later, with the liberation of women''s rights, many schools had both male and female students, and many associations also began to relax the standards for recruiting people, and gradually became a mixed organization of boys and girls.


    Also, to be clear, fraternities and sororities in America aren''t exactly the kind of madness that emerged in the later Hollywood films of American Pie. In fact, fraternities and sororities in the United States also have social and professional distinctions. Needless to say, the social nature, streaking, alcoholism, and corporal punishment-style initiation ceremonies all exist. But the professional nature is different.


    For example: ''business fraternity'', ''law fraternity'', ''medical fraternity'', etc., which are generally composed of students of the same major. These professional societies are generally mixed male and female, and the activities organized have a strong professional color. I don''t have my own house. Recruiting members is generally based on professional orientation and performance, and members are allowed to join other fraternities at the same time.


    ''Archimedes'' and ''Kratos'' are two of the most famous of Stanford''s many social fraternities. However, the criteria for recruiting members are also different. The ''Archimedes'' Brotherhood, as its name suggests, values ??wisdom, knowledge, and creativity. It does not pay attention to the ethnicity and background of the members, but takes the academic performance and achievements of the members during the university as the evaluation criteria. The members who join the membership are basically the top ones in various colleges and majors.


    Being able to become the top of the industry in Stanford University, which has gathered global elites, is undoubtedly a genius among geniuses, and almost 100% of them will become top social elites in the future. Therefore, the ''Archimedes'' Fraternity that has existed since the establishment of Stanford University, although there are not many members in each session, it has outstanding social resources and influence, and it is also a member of every Stanford University. The strongest club that students are eager to join.


    Unfortunately, Guo Shouyun is not one of them. It''s not that he is not qualified, but that ''Archimedes'' has a three-year assessment period for each new member. Those who are academically good enough in each of the three years can get its invitation letter. And Guo Shouyun chose to graduate just after finishing his sophomore year, and naturally passed by the ''Archimedes'' Brotherhood.


    As for the "Kratos Brotherhood" named after the ancient Greek warrior Kratos, Guo Shouyun is no stranger. Compared with the ��Archimedes�� who valued knowledge and ability, the Kratos Brotherhood was established very late, and it has only been ten years, but it has developed very quickly. Because, although the Kratos Brotherhood does not care about race and origin, it is extremely utilitarian. The members are either rich second-generation, descendants of political families with extraordinary backgrounds, or entrepreneurial elites during their studies.


    Although its history and influence are not as good as that of the Archimedes Brotherhood, it has developed quite quickly because it can provide many excellent social resources for graduates who are just entering the society.


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 Chapter 102： Kratos

    Chapter 102 Kratos


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    As for the ''Joan of Arc'', it is a ''sisters'' association with female members, so I won''t introduce it here.


    At this moment, Keith Breschlaud, standing in front of Guo Shouyun, is one of the founding members of the Kratos Brotherhood.


    When he was studying at Stanford, Guo Shouyun had heard his name more than once, but he didn''t know much about him except that he was a German Jew. However, there are many rumors about this person within Stanford University. In particular, many people say that he is the direct descendant of the mysterious and legendary court Jewish family, the Breschlaud family.


    The Breschlauder family, in Germany from the 19th to the early 20th century, together with the German court Jewish families such as Oppenheimer, Mendelssohn, and Warberg, dominated the financial world of the German Empire. The Pudan War, the Prussian-Austrian War, and the Franco-Prussian War, the three crucial battles of German unification, all had the Breschlaud family behind them, and they were vividly called "Bismarck''s purse" at that time!


    But "the wind is always blown away by the rain", and World War I and World War II turned the whole of Europe into ruins. With the famous ''Rothschild'' and ''Wittgenstein'' both turned into yesterday''s yellow flowers, Breschlaud is of course not having a good time. However, "the thin dead camel is bigger than the horse", no one can tell how much influence these families that have not completely died in history still have.


    "Since Mr. Guo knows us a little bit, it''s easy to say a lot!" Keith Breschlaud did not continue after speaking.


    Suri Windrow on the side is obviously a person who is good at observing words and feelings. After the other party stopped talking, she continued to introduce Guo Shouyun with a natural expression: "This is Walter Henderson, currently from Santa Clara County. MP!"


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    "Nice to meet you, Mr. Henderson!"


    His scrutinizing eyes swept over this tall, strong, Latino-looking young man in his mid-thirties, Guo Shouyun turned to look at another man in a suit and leather shoes next to him, with gold-rimmed glasses on his face. Young Caucasian with an affable smile.


    "This is Paul De Nielsen, currently the owner of De Nielsen Financial Company!" Sully Windrow introduced in a timely manner.


    "Mr. Guo''s LinkedIn is the most valuable company in Silicon Valley. I wonder if we can give De Nielsen a chance?" Paul De Nielsen smiled after holding Guo Shouyun''s right hand.


    "Of course! When LinkedIn launches its Series B round of financing, I will personally notify Mr. Denilson!" A gleam of light flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes with a smile on his face.


    "Who is this��!"


    "I''ll do it myself!" After interrupting Suri Windrow''s words, Jason Wallace smiled and stretched out his right hand towards Guo Shouyun, "Let''s get to know him formally, Jason Wallace, who is currently in Weizhou. Fargo as the fund manager."


    Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank, being able to take up the position of fund manager in the fifth largest wealth management company in the United States at such a young age shows his talent.


    "Bruce, I don''t need to introduce this one, right?" Suri Windrow laughed.


    Looking at the same young Chinese youth with similar skin and appearance to himself, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, then extended his right hand to the other side, "Jerry, I didn''t expect you to be here today."


    "I didn''t expect it, but they said you were there." Cheng Tinghua also extended his right hand and smiled.


    The two were classmates in the economics department at Stanford University. However, compared to Guo Shouyun, who had graduated earlier, Cheng Tinghua is still in his third year.


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile. He didn''t have too much relationship with this classmate of the same race. Only met a few times in class and when participating in the Columbia Chinese community. However, according to rumors, this person is also a rich second-generation with quite a background. I don''t know how exactly. Of course, judging from today''s situation, this rumor is mostly true.


    Later, Suri Windrow introduced Guo Shouyun a few classmates of his computer department. Of course, all of them are the best of his class.


    "I didn''t expect to meet so many young elites tonight, it''s an honor!" After Suri Windrow finished introducing, Guo Shouyun quickly swept his eyes over everyone and smiled.


    "It is also our honor to know Mr. Guo!" Keith Breschlaud also laughed.


    It can be seen that all the members of the Kratos Brotherhood present are dominated by him.


    "Everyone, sit down and talk!"


    Suri Windrow is more of a host here than Martin Alexander. This is also due to her character. Compared with Martin, who is not good at words, Su Li''s eloquence and communication skills are undoubtedly dozens of times better than him.


    Everyone nodded, and after they found their seats and sat down, the beautiful girls around them sat down beside them with almost no instructions, and they seemed very familiar with tea and wine. Apparently, they do this a lot.


    Sitting next to Guo Shouyun was a beautiful Asian woman, but she was from China or another country. With Molly Bevan in his heart, he didn''t have much interest in ordinary vulgar fans, so he didn''t make any excessive moves.


    "Mr. Guo, since you know about our ''Kratos Brotherhood'', you want to know something about us. But I don''t know if you are interested in joining us?" Keith Breschlaud was more direct than Guo Shouyun imagined.


    "Can someone like me who has left Stanford join Kratos?" Guo Shouyun said with a faint smile.


    "Strictly speaking, Mr. Guo is only a junior now. Moreover, the Kratos Brotherhood does not have to be a student, as long as it is a Stanford student, whether it has been graduated for many years or just entered the school, as long as it meets our standards, Can enter the Kratos Brotherhood!"


    "I see. But if I join, what kind of ceremony is required? If you want to run naked, or drink alcohol, or corporal punishment, then you can avoid it!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "The Kratos Brotherhood values ??courage and wisdom. Mr. Guo''s wisdom was already very good in school, and courage does not need those vulgar things to prove it."


    "What do you need?" Guo Shouyun played with his taste.


    "Hike through Death Valley, level 5 rock climbing, or any other extreme sport!"


    "Sorry, I don''t have time and I don''t like doing these crazy things!"


    Guo Shouyun''s refusal was not unexpected by Keith Breschlaud, "It doesn''t matter if Mr. Guo doesn''t do it. But if you join in this way, you will have to go through a one-year inspection period."


    "A one-year inspection period?"


    "good!"


    "During the inspection period, are there only obligations and no rights?" Guo Shouyun asked inexplicably.


    "Of course. But compared to the income of the next few decades, one year''s effort is not too much!" Keith Breschlaud stared at him with piercing eyes.


    Guo Shouyun nodded nonchalantly.


    "Then what do I have to pay?"


    "Everyone is the same, every member of the ''Queiros Brotherhood'' must help each other as much as possible when their companions are in need, whether it is political or economic!"


    "understood!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly. He''s not a fool, and with Keith Breschlaud giving such a broad answer, there are naturally countless possible explanations. As long as the other party wants to, he can make any request to him, such as taking a stake in LinkedIn or even Google!


    Keith Breschlaud frowned slightly, the other party''s calmness made him unable to guess Guo Shouyun''s thoughts for a while. But instinctively, the other party seems to be not very satisfied with his answer.


    "Mr. Guo, the Queiroz Brotherhood has been established for 12 years and has deep network resources in the US political and business circles. Joining it will be of great benefit to both LinkedIn and your own development."


    "I understand, but this is not a trivial matter after all, I need time to think about it!"


    "Yes, but what time?"


    "One week!"


    Keith Breschlaud thought it was a little long, but didn''t say much.


    "We look forward to Mr. Guo''s affirmative answer in a week!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, neither affirming nor denying.


    "Mr. Guo, I just mentioned LinkedIn''s Series B financing. I don''t know when it will be?" Paul Denilson said.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun realized that this person was really persistent. However, the expressions of the concerned people around, LinkedIn is obviously one of the core reasons why they are here today.


    "Next year, the specific time has not yet been determined. We will see the company''s exhibition." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    In fact, he had a plan in mind for the exhibition behind LinkedIn. Of course there will be Series B financing, but not everyone is eligible to participate. Because, refinancing is not just a matter of money, but also the consideration of connections. In layman''s terms, it is no longer Vc, but the pe round of financing that distributes benefits, attracts strong allies, and prepares the ground for later listing.


    "What about the financing amount and shares?" Paul Denelson immediately asked.


    Guo Shouyun frowned, is this person really stupid or too presumptuous? The amount of financing and the number of financing shares are the company''s core secrets Not to mention that Guo Shouyun himself is not ready now, even if he has made a plan, it is impossible to tell an outsider.


    "Mr. Denelson is really interested in LinkedIn!" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    Judging from his expression, Paul Denilson also knew that he seemed too anxious.


    "Sorry, my attitude was not good just now. But Mr. Guo may not know, I am very interested in your LinkedIn. If you want, I am willing to invest 1.5 million US dollars on behalf of Denilson, and the shares are only 10%! "


    Under the Nasdaq crisis, there are not many Internet companies that can persevere, and almost every one has investment value. Among these Internet companies, few have found their own profit model. LinkedIn is especially valuable here. That''s why Paul Denelson, Keith Breschlaud, and even the entire Kratos Brotherhood value him, and LinkedIn.


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 Chapter 103： circle of contacts

    Chapter 103: Networking Circles


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    "I''m very sorry, LinkedIn is still not short of funds!" Guo Shouyun shook his head. -79 Novel Network-!


    "Mr. Guo, I think my conditions are worthy of the value of LinkedIn now!" Paul Denilson said with a slight frown.


    The valuation of 150 million US dollars is not low in the current Silicon Valley. But Guo Shouyun expects more than this amount of money from LinkedIn. Moreover, genius has always been proud and conceited, and he disliked Paul Denilson''s self-righteous tone.


    "Mr. Denilson, I think I made it clear just now. LinkedIn is not short of funds now!" Guo Shouyun said with a cold expression.


    Although he did not want to offend the ''Kratos Brotherhood'', it did not mean that he was afraid of each other. After all, the root of Kratos is much shallower than the ''Archimedes'' with deep roots.


    Paul De Nielsen''s expression froze for a moment, and a trace of anger flashed in his eyes. However, with an extraordinary family background and a wealth of knowledge and abilities, he is naturally not an idiot who can''t control his emotions by being blocked. After a quick adjustment of his mind, his face returned to a smile again.


    "Hehe, Mr. Guo, forgive me, I''m too anxious!"


    "Mr. Denilson is afraid of a misunderstanding. I''m not angry. It was just a matter of fact!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile on his face.


    The two seemed to be in harmony, but the people next to them had different expressions.


    "Mr. Guo, if you can develop LinkedIn so well, you must have some unique insights in the Internet industry. I wonder if you can tell us about it today?" Jason Valles laughed.


    "Yes, in less than a year, LinkedIn has grown from a garage state to an Internet company worth more than 100 million yuan. I don''t know how many people want to listen to Mr. Guo''s insights on the Internet industry!" Cheng Tinghua echoed.


    After his eyes quickly swept across the faces of the two, Guo Shouyun turned his thoughts, and after a moment smiled: "The two of you look at me too highly. The three words "interconnection" involve thousands of things, and I can''t say how much I know about it. But if everyone here is interested in Internet investment, I know a good investment opportunity!"


    "Oh?"


    Everyone''s ''color'' moved.


    But facing their all concerned eyes, Guo Shouyun suddenly stopped talking. It was the old **** who was there and took a sip of the wine from the glass from the beautiful ''girl'' next to him.


    Keith Breschlaud exchanged glances vaguely, and the former, who was the representative of everyone, spoke up.


    "Mr. Guo, if we can all benefit from it afterwards, then everyone including me will not forget your help!"


    Looking at his deep eyes and sincere expression, and looking at the earnest expressions on the faces of the people around him, Guo Shouyun nodded slightly.


    In fact, he didn''t expect to get any benefits from these people now. The reason why they appear to be up for sale is mainly to express that their advice is not cheap, and to remind them of their help.


    Whether he joins the Kratos Brotherhood or not in the future, with this foundation, it will be easy to talk when we meet again later. Moreover, people are greedy because of their ''sex'', and this time, through their own guidance, they have obtained substantial benefits. When these people later come to find the "door", they may be able to get some great benefits. At the same time, expand your network and influence by the way.


    "This company is called ''Netflix''. It is a streaming media interconnection company. Its main business is the rental of video tapes and DVDs. It is currently developing very fast. It has only been established for three years and has already had 2.38 million subscribers! Right now, this is the most promising internet company in Silicon Valley!" Guo Shouyun said after some consideration.


    Netflix''s future plans are only investment goals, not core goals. Therefore, when he has already obtained 25% of its shares and guaranteed his core interests, he does not mind taking it out and sharing it with others, and then allowing more funds to be invested in Netflix. While making it grow faster, it can also be marketed earlier, and at the same time, it will also allow its own shares to generate value earlier.


    "Is the Netflix company that Mr. Guo said is located in the town of Sgartos in Silicon Valley?" said Walter Henderson, who has never spoken much.


    "Yes, Mr. Henderson knows about it?"


    "Mr. Guo may have forgotten that the town of Sgartos is directly under the jurisdiction of Santa Clara County!"


    Guo Shouyun suddenly said, "Mr. Henderson is a member of Santa Clara County. Of course, he knows well-known companies in his jurisdiction, but I am ignorant!"


    "Mr. Guo is polite, but as far as I know, Netflix is ??not a small company. It is not much smaller than LinkedIn. Also, whether to accept investment is still a question!" Walter Henderson said.


    "In this world, what makes money is easy!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes turned to Keith Breschlaud, who had never spoken, "I believe in ''Kratos'' It should not be difficult to achieve this goal.��


    Guo Shouyun''s playful eyes made Keith Breschlaud frown slightly.


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for your notification. Regarding the investment in Netflix, we will make a decision after careful investigation!"


    "Of course! I wish you all success!" Guo Shouyun nodded and looked at the time, "I''m sorry everyone. It''s getting late today. I promised my ''girl'' friend to call her late, so I''m leaving!"


    As he stood up, Keith Breschlaud, Walter Henderson and others also stood up.


    "Since Mr. Guo has something to do later, then we won''t leave you anymore." Case smiled. Here, he pretends to be his own master. And Suri Windrow wasn''t much dissatisfied with this. Martin Alexander''s expression has been a bit melancholy since the beginning, and he doesn''t know what he is thinking.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, but when he was about to turn around and leave, he was suddenly stopped from behind.


    "Bruce, please wait!"


    Looking at Cheng Tinghua who came over, "Jerry, is there anything?"


    "I like "Where Are the Gods and Animals" written by you very much. I just have a chance today. Please sign me!"


    Looking at the novel that the other party took out from behind his **** like a conjuration, Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, then nodded with a smile.


    After taking over the novel, he opened the title page habitually, and a line of unfamiliar addresses made him shrink his pupils subconsciously. My heart quickly turned a few corners, and after quickly memorizing the address, I turned the page quietly, and then signed my name on the back with the pen handed over by Cheng Tinghua.


    "All right!"


    "thanks!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looked at the other party with deep eyes, and quickly shifted his eyes. Said hello to Keith and the others, and then walked out with Su Li and Martin seeing them off.


    "Bruce, I''m sorry. I should have told you about today''s situation earlier!" Martin Alexander said with guilt when he was about to part.


    "It''s okay! Besides, it''s not a bad thing to know more friends!" After patting his friend''s shoulder, Guo Shouyun took a deep look at the "woman" who was always smiling beside him.


    "Su Li, Martin is my best friend. I hope you can get along well with him in the future!"


    "Of course! I didn''t quite understand it when I was studying. Later, I saw a lot of people, and I realized that Martin, who is straightforward and sincere, is the most suitable for me!"


    Saying that, Suri Windrow stretched her arms around Martin Alexander''s right arm with a smile. Like finding true love. But no one knows how real it is.


    Seeing the excitement and smugness on his friend''s face, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much.


    "If that''s the case, then I''m relieved. Go back, there are a lot of people in your family!" After Matthew Bruce stabilized the car, Guo Shouyun opened the car''s door and sat in.


    After saying goodbye, the address that Cheng Tinghua finally gave him appeared in his mind while sitting in the back seat. Obviously, in the end, the other party intends to remind himself of something, but it is not easy to speak directly.


    "what is it?"


    Guo Shouyun''s face ''showed'' a hint of deep thought.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    When he was lost in thought, the car had stopped steadily at the fountain square in front of the manor under the driving of Matthew.


    Nodding his head, after pushing the car''s door, Guo Shouyun stepped forward to greet Wendy who had come out of the car.


    "How are you, are you still having fun tonight?"


    After taking Guo Shouyun''s coat, Wendy asked while walking.


    "Look at me coming back so quickly, I should guess the result!"


    "Not smooth?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and briefly recounted what happened tonight.


    "Is the Kratos Brotherhood? I haven''t heard of it much!" Wendy Solo shook her head. There are tens of millions of fraternities and sororities in the United States, but there are only a few of the top ones. Yale''s Skull and Bones is one of them. one.


    "Are you ready to agree?"


    "Of course not If it''s ''Archimedes'', I might think about it, but ''Kratos'' is too far behind!" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    Moreover, he has long considered LinkedIn''s future PE target. If it wasn''t for a big accident, or the ''temptation'' and ''temptation'' that he couldn''t refuse, he didn''t want to make extra troubles.


    Wendy Solo nodded, and after a little hesitation, "Boss, Kratos is certainly not worth investing in, but for your future career and development, connections and circles are essential!"


    "Of course I know this. But I''m not a politician or a speculator. Most of my ''energy'' is spent on my career, and I need to carefully consider things that require a lot of ''energy'' to organize circles and contacts. I believe that a person who can ''friend'' will get ten general ''friends''!"


    Speaking of this, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but think of Ao Guanhaifu''s "wife". Apart from Rowling, this is the second person he needs to work hard to win over.


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 Chapter 104： Valve Game Studios

    Chapter 104 Villefort Game Studio


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    "Boss, you don''t have a deep ''friend'' in the political world right now!" Wendy Solo reminded. --Pinshu.com


    "Why do you care so much about this issue today?"


    Guo Shouyun looked at her in surprise.


    "Because you''ve turned down party invitations from politicians seven times!" Wendy complained a bit. Every time an invitation to Guo Shouyun is pushed down, it is clean, and all the things that she refuses later are left to her. You must know that rejecting someone is not a good job, especially when the identity of the other party is not common.


    "Okay, okay! If I have a similar invitation next time, I will definitely not refuse." Guo Shouyun shrugged.


    "real?"


    "Of course! But I said beforehand that similar invitations can''t be more than twice a month!"


    Although Guo Shouyun also knew that if he wanted to expand his network, he could not be too closed. But letting him wear a mask to ''make friends'' with Wei She is really against his original intention. Therefore, after weighing the left and right, it can only be a compromise with a bottom line.


    Wendy Solo, who knew his ''sex'' personality, thought that twice was too few, but didn''t say anything more.


    "By the way, Wendy, there is something you can do for me."


    Seeing her nodding and then taking out a pen and paper, Guo Shouyun continued: "You can help me recruit a few people who have the skills of writing, and it''s faster!"


    With more and more things at hand, his daily writing time has become less and less. Moreover, this trend will become more and more obvious with the development of large and small companies such as LinkedIn and Google. Therefore, Guo Shouyun had to find a workaround when he was reluctant to publish books and the high profits contained in the surrounding copyrights.


    "What about establishment and salary?"


    "The establishment is temporarily placed under your secretariat, and the salary will be determined based on their level!"


    "Understood!"


    "In the future, I will write high-profit or academically valuable novels like "Twilight", "Pirates of Galle" and "Island Bookstore". The rest are "Fast and Furious", "The Hunger Games" As simple and crude as "Source Code", I write a detailed outline, and then ''hand it over'' to them to polish it. This can not only occupy the lucrative copyright, but also save a lot of ''fine'' Power!" Guo Shouyun said in his heart.


    After Wendy Solo left, thinking of tonight''s party, Guo Shouyun remembered that Cheng Tinghua secretly showed himself the address when he left Martin''s house before, and the other party''s profound eyes appeared in his mind.


    "I want to see what kind of ''medicine'' you are selling in your gourd!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun turned on the computer, and after entering the address, an unfamiliar mailbox popped up. The registration was opened, and after a little consideration, a message was sent over. As expected, the other party responded quite quickly.


    "Bruce!"


    "So quick to reply. What, the party at Martin''s house is over?"


    "The reason why there is this party is for you at all. Since your target person has left, then there is no need for us to stay!"


    "For me? I''m afraid it''s for my LinkedIn stake?"


    "Hehe, you can understand that!"


    Seeing the words on the screen, Guo Shouyun flashed a thoughtful look in his eyes, then quickly typed a line and sent it.


    "Then what''s your purpose? Contacting me behind the backs of other members of the Kratos Brotherhood, I''m afraid it''s not just because of our not-so-deep classmate friendship, right?"


    "Bruce, at least we''ve been sitting in the same classroom for two years. It''s so sad for an old classmate of mine to say that!"


    "Hypocritical! If you still want to continue ''wasting'' my precious time, you won''t be here!"


    "Wait! Bruce, I want to invite you to a party next week!"


    "Party? If it''s a party like today, then I''m not interested!"


    "Don''t be too busy to refuse. Although the parties are similar, the people who attend are different. ... Bruce, you are also Chinese, don''t you want to get to know the ''elite'' elite class of Chinese and overseas Chinese in the United States? Also, you should understand that ''like things come together, people come together'' The principle of group division. Even if you rejected me today, I believe that in the future you will also actively or passively participate."


    Looking at the words in the email, Guo Shouyun''s face ''showed'' a thoughtful ''color''. Cheng Tinghua is right, his Chinese identity cannot be changed no matter what. In the predominantly white society of the United States, whether he wants to or not, he is inseparable from this group, connected by fate, and will come into contact sooner or later. In this case, it is better to start early than to contact late. If he can get the help of this group, then his development in the United States can be smoother.


    "What time?"


    "Next Wednesday, the specific time and location have not been set! I will notify you in advance when it is confirmed."


    "This is my cell phone number, call me when the time comes!"


    Guo Shouyun attached his mobile phone number to the email and sent it.


    "OK!"


    After the two of them casually chatted about interesting things while reading, they cut off their contact.


    "Dong dong...!"


    Guo Shouyun tapped the table with his right finger rhythmically, frowned and closed his eyes slightly, the whole person fell into deep thought.


    "Maybe this is also a good opportunity!"


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    Seattle, the core city of Washington State, is also one of the technological hearts of the western United States. The headquarters of the famous Microsoft, Amazon, and Boeing are all located here. Of course, from Microsoft and Boeing, Amazon is still just an ant under the giant''s feet, and it is not eye-catching.


    In addition, the headquarters of ''Villefort Game Studio'', a subsidiary of Guo Shouyun''s Matrix Games, is also located here.


    Looking at the employees who were working hard outside through the floor-to-ceiling glass windows, Guo Shouyun''s eyes showed a look of relief and joy.


    On his right, Gabe Newell, wearing a black ''color'' suit with a thin face and slightly narrow eyes, was also examining the young boss who had been with him for nearly half a year. Although with the explosion of sales of "Counter-Strike'' Elite", he regretted selling the company in the first place. But at the same time, he also admitted that under the leadership of this new boss who has a deep understanding of the game industry and design ideas, the future of Valve Game Studio has more potential at the beginning.


    "Gabe, how many developers are in the company now?"


    "Three game development teams, 109 people!" Gabe Newell quickly replied.


    "What about the development progress?"


    "The first game development team''s ''Half-Life: Blue'' Color ''Boiling Point'' will wait until May next year. The second game development team''s ''Counter-Strike'' Elite 2'' has just entered the development state for less than three months. I am afraid it will take a year for the market to be sold. The third game development team''s ''The Road to Survival'' is progressing fast, but if you want to market, I am afraid it will take a year."


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly. It usually takes one or two years for a game to go from development to testing to market sales. Gabe Newell''s answer is not surprising.


    "Dong dong...!"


    As the knock on the ''door'' sounded, a young ''woman'' wearing a ''female'' professional dress with a serious expression pushed the ''door'' and walked in.


    "Boss, this is the monthly company''s financial statement!"


    "684,000, not bad!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile after simply flipping through it.


    "With 684,000 copies sold, ''Counter-Strike'' and ''Elite'' game discs accounted for the majority of sales, with 93,400 copies sold for ''Half-Life'' and ''Half-Life: Against Violence''." Gabe New Will explained. UU Reading


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun ''handed'' the report in his hand to Wendy beside him, ready to take it back to read in detail.


    "If I remember correctly, from the ''Counter-Strike'' Elite'' market to the present, the sales volume has exceeded 1.9 million?"


    "1,934,800 to be exact!" Gabe Newell added.


    "It seems that we have developed another good game!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    A game that sells more than one million is considered a best-seller, but now the counter-terrorism ''elite'' has been in the market for more than two months, but it is still popular.


    After greeting the two of them to sit down on the sofa in the reception area next to them, Guo Shouyun continued, "Petty, how much money does the company have now?"


    "$75.487 million, of which $5 million has made an investment plan and is currently managed by BlackRock Group. Most of the remaining funds are the sales proceeds of "Counter-Strike'' Elite", which are still in the company''s bank account for the time being." As the company''s chief financial officer, Petty Madill has a solid understanding of Valve''s finances.

 Chapter 105： call-of-duty

    Chapter 105 Call of Duty


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    BlackRock Group, also known as Black Rock, has become one of the top three asset management giants in the world since it merged with Merrill Lynch''s asset management department. --For it, Guo Shouyun, who has already set foot in the financial circle, can be described as thunderous.


    "What is the return on this part of the funds managed by BlackRock?"


    "The annual income is generally maintained at around 8%!"


    "It''s too low, get out!"


    Petty Madil frowned slightly, "Boss, the 8% annual return is actually not low. After all, we must first ensure the safety of funds, and the second is the rate of return!"


    "I understand, but I still feel that the 8% yield is too low. In addition, I plan to wait for this part of the funds to be withdrawn, add the funds in the account, and leave enough expenses to maintain the company''s operations and R&D, and then choose another company. Do a new asset plan!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Boss, most of the funds on the books have not yet been taxed. If they are directly invested, will it be too risky!" Gabe Newell said.


    The United States pays taxes on an annual basis, and the tax is ''paid'' in mid-April every year, so the ''gross'' profit after deducting costs from the revenue of Counter-Strike Elite is still on the books. If this part is deducted, the book value of nearly 80 million will shrink by nearly half.


    "There is still nearly half a year before April next year, and we have enough time to move. Moreover, the CD sales of "Counter-Strike'' Elite" are just right, and funding is not a problem. In addition, I am also a graduate of Stanford Economics. You always have to have some confidence in my investment plan!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    After hearing this, Gabe Newell and Petty Madill looked at each other, and the two did not object. After all, the one sitting in front of them now is the company''s major shareholder and holds the absolute controlling stake in the company.


    "Boss, I agree that the company''s funds are run by you, but if there is a loss in this part of the funds, then I hope you can terminate it in time!" Gabe Newell euphemistically said.


    "Can!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. He also did not intend to use this part of the funds for ultra-high-risk financial leverage, so it is very simple to ensure that there is no loss.


    "By the way, I have a game development plan here for you to take a look at!"


    After greeting Wendy and asking her to take out the documents he had prepared in advance this time, Guo Shouyun handed it to Gabe Newell beside him.


    ""call-of-duty"?"


    Looking at the text on the cover of the document, Gabe Newell read a sentence softly, then curiously opened it and read the contents.


    "How about it?"


    After waiting patiently for him to finish reading, Guo Shouyun asked.


    "A first-person ''shooting'' game with World War II as the background, the background is very grand. But the same type of game already has EA''s "Medal of Honor", if we launch it again, the results may not be very good!"


    "There were many famous wars during World War II. The background of Medal of Honor is mainly the Normandy D-Day and Operation Market ''Garden'', focusing on the Western Front battlefield. In that case, why can''t we develop a game with the Soviet-German war as the main background What about the same type of games? Moreover, I believe that the Battle of Stalingrad, the Battle of Moscow, and the Battle of Kursk are definitely not less influential than the Normandy landings. If we develop a game based on this background, I believe many people will be interested! "Guo Shouyun said.


    Gabe Newell pondered for a moment, "If we really want to develop it, I''m afraid we will invest a lot of money, after all, there are too many scenes involved."


    "It doesn''t matter, from today, all the company''s revenue will be used for the development of "Call of Duty"."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s firm expression, Gabe Newell hesitated and nodded. Seeing this, Guo Shouyun also relaxed. Although he is the chairman of the company, he has absolute control. But Gabe Newell is the CEO of the company after all. If he does not agree, although he can use his power to force the proposal, but this is not conducive to the development of new games.


    You know, he has high hopes for "Call of Duty". Since the birth of the video game industry, there have been only thirteen games with sales of over 100 million worldwide, including "Call of Duty".


    And in later generations, it has also generated an astonishing revenue of over 10 billion US dollars with sales of nearly 200 million in the whole series. It is no less than a super cash cow of "World of Warcraft" and an absolute pillar of Activision Blizzard. Now that there is a chance, Guo Shouyun certainly doesn''t want to miss this gold mine. More importantly, Valve Game Studio has laid a certain foundation for the development of "Call of Duty", which is also a first-person "shooting" shooting game, by developing "Half-Life" and "Counter-Strike "Elite". There is also no copyright constraints. It can be said that this is the most suitable masterpiece for matrix games at present.


    "That''s right. It''s better to use the raw than the familiar. Tomorrow, let the people from the company contact the 2015 studio and try to acquire it. It doesn''t matter what the price is!"


    "Then M&A funds...?"


    "Transfer from the company''s existing account!" Guo Shouyun said.


    In 2015, the studio was only developing the peripheral expansion for the "Medal of Honor" game, and even the overall acquisition would not ''spend'' much money.


    "If the merger is successful, will the 2015 studio be included in Matrix Games or under Valve management?" Gabe Newell continued.


    "Changed to the "Fourth Game Development Team" directly managed by Valve Game Studio!"


    In Guo Shouyun''s plan, the game development category of Valve Game Studio is ''first-person ''shooting'' shooting game''. Whether it''s Half-Life, Counter-Strike, Lifesaving, or Call of Duty, it''s all in this category, so there''s no need to re-create a separate subsidiary.


    "Understood!" Gabe Newell said happily. He has shares in Valve Studios, but no shares in Matrix Pictures.


    "By the way, which company publishes our company''s games now?"


    "Electronic Arts!"


    "Are there many large game companies with publishing capabilities?" Guo Shouyun continued.


    "Not much. Except for Electronic Arts, Vidione, Microsoft, Nintendo, and Sony are considered to be on the same level, while Activision, Sega, Capcom, and Kelome are relatively weaker."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after a little silence, "If we want to acquire, which one do you think is best for us?"


    "Acquisition?"


    Looking at Gabe Newell''s surprised expression, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Yeah, we can''t always be satisfied with being a game development company, and downstream distribution and channels will be involved sooner or later!"


    Looking at the calm and confident young man sitting across from him, Gabe Newell was surprised by the other party''s ambitions in the game industry, but this was also good news for him. This means that the resources in the opponent''s hands will be more inclined to Valve Studio. As the company grows, as a leader, his industry influence will naturally increase, and he also has a 5% stake in Valve Studios, which is all money.


    "If we must acquire, I think Activision is the best fit for us?" Gabe Newell replied after a moment of silence.


    "Oh why?"


    "EA, Vidione, Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony are too big for us to swallow. And even if we have enough money they are not necessarily willing to sell their game division ''door''. Sega, Konami, Capcom Both are located in Japan, and they''re better at fighting and turn-based games. Only Activision, not only good at developing first-person ''shooter'' shooters, has extensive publishing experience, but also the all-important ''Quake'' game engine!"


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, is the game engine important? Of course it matters! The quality of the engine directly determines the success or failure of a game. And engine commercial licensing is also a lucrative industry. For example, the ''Quake 2'' game engine rented by Valve Studio for the development of "Half-Life" and "Counter-Strike ''Elite''" costs 500,000 US dollars for the basic license fee alone, and each subsequent game disc is sold. There is a royalty fee of $6 to the engine provider. Totally lying down and counting money.


    However, although the ''Quake'' engine is N''forced'', it was soon replaced by Unreal, which can support both OpenGL and DX due to the dual reasons of leader Carmack''s paranoia on the OpenGL standard and Microsoft''s promotion of the DX standard. The engine took its place and gradually became marginalized.


    Therefore, the ''Quake'' game engine is not enough to prompt Guo Shouyun to make a decision to acquire Activision. Also, Activision without Call of Duty has limited appeal to him. In contrast, he is more willing to acquire the "door" of Vidiwang''s game department. You must know that it was Blizzard, and it was the "World of Warcraft" that he was thinking about even if he was reborn!


    After sorting out his thoughts, looking at Gabe Newell who was looking at himself, Guo Shouyun said, "After I go back, I will ask someone to do a detailed investigation about Activision~www.novelhall. com~ If it is indeed suitable, we will pick another suitable time to seek acquisitions!"


    Having said that, he never thought of acquiring Activision!


    Guo Shouyun''s repeated inquiries and answers did not satisfy Gabe Newell. But since the other party said so, he didn''t say anything more.


    Later, after the three chatted about the company''s development for a while, Guo Shouyun walked around the company in the company of the other party and left.


    Back at the hotel where I stayed, it was inevitable to have a phone conversation with Molly Bevin who was far away in Greece at night! Since the relationship between the two has taken a step further in New York, this kind of essential communication between couples has become a daily repertoire. However, both of them are sane people, and even a phone call at night will not exceed an hour.


    The night passed quickly. The next day, after Guo Shouyun exercised, had breakfast, checked his mailbox, and dealt with some official business, Wendy Solo handed over the suit after it was close to 9 o''clock.


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 Chapter 106： Amazon

    Chapter 106 Amazon


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    "Have you made an appointment?"


    "An appointment is made! 10 am Amazon headquarters office!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, he came to Seattle this time not only for the Valve Game Studio!


    After a brief tidying up, Guo Shouyun drove Wendy and bodyguard Matthew to Amazon''s headquarters in Seattle. . ����.�����S.���� is updated very fast.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, pushed the door and walked down, subconsciously looking up at the office building in front of him. It is very common, and the famous Amazon rainforest in later generations still does not see a shadow. But this is very normal. After being hit by the Nasdaq crisis, the market value has dropped from 60 billion words at its peak to more than 2 billion now, and it is also burdened with foreign debts of nearly 2.2 billion US dollars. Earnings are losses.


    Fortunately, the Nasdaq crisis did not jeopardize the US banking system. In addition, of the 2.2 billion debts, 530 million were bonds with an average 7-year lifespan, 925 million were convertible bonds, and 260 million were non-interest-bearing PIK bonds. That is to say, about 1.7 billion debts have no redeemable option, and the remaining 500 million bank loans are still far below Amazon''s market value, so the possibility of Amazon being "forced" by creditors into bankruptcy is basically zero.


    Of course, this is also the Nasdaq crisis. If it was replaced by the subprime mortgage crisis, ten Amazons have now collapsed.


    After entering Amazon''s office, Wendy will naturally be in charge of the contact. Because there was an appointment in advance, there was no delay in the middle. Under the leadership of the front desk staff, Guo Shouyun walked into Amazon''s VIP reception room.


    "Please wait a moment, Mr. Bezos will be here soon!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    The receptionist brought him a cup of coffee before backing out.


    "Boss, it seems that Amazon''s situation is not very good?" Wendy said.


    "Oh why?"


    Guo Shouyun asked with great interest.


    "It''s very simple. From the depressing atmosphere in the office just now and the expressions on the faces of those employees, you can guess that they are facing the pressure of being unemployed." Wendy glanced at the young boss beside her, "Now Amazon''s The situation is not good, and if the boss is going to buy it, now is a good opportunity!"


    "Acquisition?"


    Guo Shouyun laughed in his heart, he never planned to buy Amazon. Jeff Bezos and his famous ''S Squad'' are not going to hand over the management of the company.


    The reason why he wants to come to Amazon this time is mainly to meet the famous Beijiao master of later generations, and to ''mix'' a familiar face first. Then see if you can get a chance to make a financial investment in Amazon.


    "I never planned to acquire...!" Before Guo Shouyun finished speaking, he subconsciously closed his mouth after seeing the ''door'' of the reception room being pushed open. Soon, as the wooden ''door'' was pushed open, a familiar bald head appeared in front of him.


    Jeff Bezos!


    This middle-aged man, Qun Lun, a world business leader more than ten years later, looks a lot younger than later generations.


    While Guo Shouyun was looking at each other, Jeff Bezos was also looking at the young man opposite. As an Internet company, Amazon is naturally very concerned about the dynamics in the industry. And now there are only a few of the most high-profile Internet companies in Silicon Valley. In addition to the old brands such as America Online, Yahoo, eBay, and Amazon, Netflix, Google and LinkedIn are the most dazzling in the new generation, and they are developing against the trend in the case of the Nasdaq crisis. And two of them are under the control of the young man in front of him. This ability is naturally worthy of Jeff Bezos'' attention.


    "Mr. Bezos, nice to meet you!"


    "It is also our Amazon''s honor to receive Mr. Guo!"


    After simply shaking hands and saying a few polite words to each other, the two sat down on the sofa in the center of the reception room. The secretaries of the two also did their own work, and the atmosphere of the meeting gradually became stronger.


    "I don''t know why Mr. Guo came to our Amazon this time?"


    Now, Amazon is in a lot of trouble, and Jeff Bezos, who has all kinds of things on his desk and needs to be dealt with urgently, has no intention of ''doing things'' with Guo Shouyun, so he goes straight to the point.


    "Amazon is one of the largest partners of our Thornbird Publishing Company, and of course I want to visit this time when I come to Seattle."


    Amazon is now the largest channel provider in the field of book sales, and 30% of Thornbird''s books are sold through its channel, so Guo Shouyun''s words are correct.


    "I see. Mr. Guo is very polite. Amazon and Thornbird are leaders in their respective fields. Our cooperation is in line with each other''s interests, and at the same time maximizes our respective advantages. Therefore, I think our cooperation should be long-term. ."


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, "I very much agree with Mr. Bezos'' proposal! The cooperation between Amazon and Thornbird should go further and break through the barriers of pure business cooperation!"


    "What does Mr. Guo mean...?" Jeff Bezos frowned slightly.


    "We ''Thorn Birds'' are willing to invest 250 million US dollars to acquire 10% of Amazon''s shares and occupy a board seat. You and I will become closer partners!"


    Jeff Bezos''s pupils shrank, Guo Shouyun''s answer was beyond his expectations.


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to be interested in our Amazon?"


    "Thornbird has always wanted to expand its channels, but I have no interest in setting up more offline bookstores. Instead, online book sellers like Amazon are more attractive to me!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Jeff Bezos nodded, "Understandable. Mr. Guo, who leads Google and LinkedIn, naturally has a deep understanding of the Internet! But I''m sorry, we can''t accept investment from Thorns?"


    "Oh why?"


    "$250 million for a 10% equity price is too low. And, now we don''t need a financial investment either!" Jeff Bezos shook his head.


    "$250 million is not a low price, at least higher than Amazon''s stock price now. As for the financial investment ... Mr. Bezos, Amazon is in a lot of trouble now. Not to mention the pressure on Wall Street, without new capital injection, I''m afraid Amazon The pace of development has to stop. We are all in the Internet, and once we stop, it means giving later people a chance to catch up. In this industry where the fast fish eats the slow fish, and the rule of 28 rules, once it falls behind, it means marginalization, even...death!"


    Guo Shouyun''s repressed words added a touch of complexity to Jeff Bezos''s deep eyes.


    Amazon''s predicament cannot be concealed, and Amazon''s loss-making operations have been magnified exponentially under the Nasdaq crisis. For this reason, investors on Wall Street put him under huge profit pressure. Even if he was as tough as he was, he had to make way for capital and took the initiative to dismantle the construction of four transit centers in Oklahoma and Texas. Moreover, digital appliances, clothing and other categories that were originally planned to be launched have to die! Fortunately, Amazon''s main competitors, AOL and Yahoo, are not having a good time. Otherwise, Jeff Bezos really can''t sleep.


    "Mr. Guo, since Amazon is facing so many difficulties, why do you still invest in us? In comparison, aren''t Barnes & Noble and Borders more beneficial to Thorns? If it''s just interest, I''m afraid it''s not convincing enough. ."


    Barnes & Noble and Borders are the two largest chains of booksellers in the United States. Neither Guo Shouyun nor Jeff Bezos are unfamiliar.


    "Okay! Let''s be honest. I am optimistic about the future of Amazon. Online book sales will replace the old chain bookstores and become the mainstream of the future society. Therefore, I think Amazon is a very good investment target, which also fits our thorn bird''s. Business!" Guo Shouyun only focused on book sales, and did not mention any broader B2C topics.


    "Mr. Guo is very honest, but I''m sorry, Amazon doesn''t need financial investment. If Mr. Guo is really interested in Amazon, he can go to the stock market to buy our shares. I believe many people are willing to sell now!"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun frowned inwardly, looking at the other party''s calm expression. Although he didn''t think it would be a one-time success at the beginning, Jeff Bezos'' stubbornness still made it difficult for him to accept. And the other party''s "shrewdness" also made him feel a toothache.


    Going to the stock market to buy Amazon stock will only yield one result. That''s helping Amazon stabilize its stock price, and even allow it to rise. In this way, although Guo Shouyun got the shares he wanted, the rise in Amazon''s stock price has undoubtedly shared the pressure from Wall Street for the bald head in front of him can even use this to raise funds. The most important thing is that you don''t need to disperse the equity in your hand and ensure your control over Amazon, which is completely killing two birds with one stone!


    Although he felt that he was at a disadvantage, Guo Shouyun, who originally came for the purpose of investing in Amazon''s financial affairs, did not reject the acquisition of its equity from the stock market. But those stakes in the stock market didn''t satisfy his appetite. Investment institutions can also go, but these Wall Street ''bastards'' are some wolves who eat people and don''t spit out their bones, and the price is too high.


    Therefore, he went to Jeff Bezos, hoping that the other party would give a relatively favorable price for the sake of Amazon and Thornbird being partners. It now appears that his plan has failed. Fortunately, he also prepared some backhands. However, now is not the opportunity to take it out.


    "Since Mr. Bezos is unwilling, then I am not good at being difficult. But I personally visit the ''door'', and I will not be rejected if I have the cheek to ask for a lunch with Your Excellency?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Hehe, of course not! I''ll have someone prepare a sumptuous lunch for Mr. Guo right away!"


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 Chapter 107： Jeff Bezos

    Chapter 107 Jeff Bezos


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    "Boss, shall we just leave?"


    Wendy Solo couldn''t help asking on the way back to the hotel after lunch. --


    "Any questions?"


    Looking at his surprised eyes, Wendy couldn''t help but remind: "You went to Amazon this time and didn''t catch anything!"


    "Who said that, didn''t we know Bezos? And we had a good chat just now. Besides, don''t you always want me to build my own network, this time I did as you suggested." Guo Shouyun smiled. .


    "What about the equity? People have resolutely rejected us!"


    "Rejecting now doesn''t mean rejecting forever, good things take a long time to come, take your time!" After the words were finished, a smile appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face. Seeing Jeff Bezos this time, although he rejected his investment request neatly and neatly, gave him a new idea in his mind.


    "By the way, I''m going to be a guest at Jeff''s house tomorrow, remember to remind me in the morning!" After saying that, looking at Wendy Solo''s straight eyes, Guo Shouyun ''touched'' his face in surprise, "Just now Dirt on my face while eating?"


    "No!" Wendy Solo shook her head and said slowly, "Boss, after following you for so long, this is the first time I''ve noticed that you have a really thick skin!"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help rolling his eyes after hearing this. He knew that Wendy Solo was talking about what he had asked to visit Bezos'' house the next day when he was having dinner.


    "In the future, you will understand the foresight of your boss and mine!"


    Jeff Bezos is the famous ''Beijiazhu'' in later generations, a world-class business giant comparable to Bill Gates and Buffett, and his influence in the two political and business circles in the United States is definitely at the top. If such super high-quality stocks are not Hurry up and ''make friends'' while he has not yet risen, do you want to let go of it stupidly?


    Ao Guanhai! Jeff Bezos! Larry Page! Sergey Brin! These are the four characters that Guo Shouyun is trying to win over at present, and they are the core of his network in the future. The latter two have been won, and Ao Guanhai is not completely unfamiliar.


    "It seems that we need to come up with some ''dry goods'' for the meeting tomorrow!" Guo Shouyun thought with a care. For a guy like Jeff Bezos who is "smart" and "sex" tough, if you want to be friends with him, you must have the talent to convince him. And with more than ten years of experience in later generations, Guo Shouyun is conceited that he can still hold the current ''Beijing Master''!


    "Has there been any news from Apple lately?"


    Thinking of Jeff Bezos, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help thinking of another giant he values.


    "They are promoting their ''McIntosh personal computer'' in all directions!" Wendy Solow said quickly after being stunned for a moment.


    The ''McIntosh Personal Computer'' was Apple''s biggest waterloo in the first few years of the 21st century. It was discontinued within a year of its listing, causing Apple''s stock price to fall continuously. Even the epoch-making iPad has not completely changed. But that''s good news for Phoenix, which is buying Apple stock from the secondary market.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said to himself: "I don''t know how far Apple''s iPad has been developed? Why has no one come to me yet? ... But don''t ''make'' self-defeating!"


    In order to catch the big fish of ''Joe Gang Master'', he had already registered a patent for the appearance of the classic iPad developed by Apple, and even the use of materials, and was waiting for Apple to come to the ''door''.


    "Continue to follow Apple''s news for me, and remember to notify me in time if there is any important news."


    Wendy Solo nodded. Knowing that her boss was interested in Apple, she didn''t bother to ask why. After all, having been with Guo Shouyun for so long, he has long been accustomed to his mystery.


    "Matthew turn around and go to the outlet!"


    "Outlets? What are you doing there?"


    After glancing at the man who was full of surprise, Wendy Solo explained: "We can''t go to the Bezos house tomorrow, can we go empty-handed?"


    "Fortunately, you reminded me, otherwise I would have forgotten about it!" Guo Shouyun patted his forehead suddenly, "By the way, what gift do you think we should prepare?"


    "We don''t know much about Mr. Bezos'' family. So we''d better prepare a better bottle of red wine, so that it won''t be too ostentatious, and it''s not easy for people to call out ''wrong''!"


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "When it comes to gift-giving, you ''women'' are always more talented than men!"


    "Can I interpret it as a compliment?"


    "certainly!"


    After taking a serious look at him, Wendy Solo shook her head, "I really doubt how your previous ''girl'' friends were found!"


    The two of them chatted without a word and came to Oslette in Seattle. Although this place is a relatively high-end consumption place, I didn''t find what Guo Shouyun wanted. Later, after giving the little brother who bought red wine at the counter a big tip, he found out about the high-end red wine store in Seattle from the other party. Then I bought a bottle of their most expensive 90-year-old Latour!


    By the time they got back to the hotel, it was already evening. In early November, although the weather was not cold due to Seattle''s temperate oceanic climate, the sky turned dark earlier.


    After dinner, he didn''t see time to talk on the phone with Molly Bevin, so he prepared to write the outline of "The Big Bang Theory", and when Wendy recruited people, he let them write it according to the outline and finished it. He will check again. This makes it countless times faster than doing it yourself. As for the level of the article, as long as it is above the average line, what he values ??is the film and television copyright of this book.


    In any case, take the ''pit'' first.


    "If it hadn''t been for "Prison Break", most of the writing would have been done!" Guo Shouyun thought.


    Since he decided to let someone else ghostwrite, Guo Shouyun has not been as diligent in writing as before. Of course, this is also understandable. Laziness is human nature.


    "Dong dong...!"


    Not long after Guo Shouyun started writing, there was a knock on the door. Soon, Wendy, who was wearing a "women''s" professional dress, pushed the "door" and walked in. Seeing her serious expression, Guo Shouyun realized that something was wrong.


    really!


    "Boss, just received a call from Enron CEO Jeffrey Gilling...!"


    "How?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "He said: Enron has given you enough time. If you can''t give him an answer within three days, then Enron will take necessary measures to safeguard its legitimate interests!"


    "Is this going to tear my face?" Guo Shouyun''s expression instantly became silent. He didn''t know whether Jeffrey Jilin''s call was just a threat or if he really planned to do it. But what surprised him was that An Ran should be dealing with Goldman Sachs'' short-selling crisis with all his ''energy'' at this time. How could he still have ''energy'' to pay attention to him?


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun took out his mobile phone to find William Zhang''s number and dialed it.


    "boss!"


    "William, has there been any news on Wall Street lately?"


    "You mean Enron''s side?"


    "That''s right!"


    "The latest news is that Enron is negotiating a large amount of loan with the **** and Bank of America, but there is no announcement that the three parties agree!" William Zhang replied.


    "Once this loan is reached, Enron''s stock will probably stop falling and rise again!" Guo Shouyun recalled instantly.


    "Boss, rest assured, now Enron''s stock price has fallen to $63 per share, even if it rebounds, it will not touch our warning line, and there is no need for a margin call! Besides, with the current state of Enron, how can Morgan and Bank of America still Give it a loan?"


    "William, you should understand that many times, with the influence of **** and Bank of America, they don''t need to pay any capital, they just need to announce to the market a large ''loan'' to Enron, and they can easily boost the other party''s stock price! "


    To put it bluntly, the capital market is a game of confidence. Even if Enron is a junk, but now it is still a 500-member S&P stock on the surface, plus several financial giants such as **** and Bank of America have joined hands to guarantee, the public who do not know the truth will naturally have confidence in Enron''s stock. .


    "If this is the case, I''m afraid that Enron''s problems will be exposed, and financial institutions such as the **** and Bank of America will not be able to escape the court''s sanctions!"


    "As long as the harvest exceeds the opportunity cost, the law will lose its meaning! William, you should understand this better than I do in Wall Street for more than 20 years!"


    William Zhang Muran, he is no stranger to Marx''s "Das Kapital", and he has personally participated in the filth of Wall Street financial institutions.


    "Boss, just in this way, we will stand on the opposite side of financial institutions such as **** and Bank of America, and the pressure will be even greater."


    "Of course I know this, but do we still have a choice now?" Guo Shouyun said calmly Phoenix has invested 540 million US dollars in shorting Enron, leveraging a huge capital of more than 3 billion US dollars. Moreover, because of the information provided by Guo Shouyun, Goldman Sachs also placed heavy bets on shorting Enron. If he withdraws now, he will undoubtedly offend Goldman Sachs. Not to mention the money he invested in Goldman Sachs, just the word Goldman Sachs made him have to pay attention. You must know that although Goldman Sachs is still not as good as Morgan Stanley and Merrill Lynch, after the subprime mortgage crisis, Goldman Sachs is the well-deserved ''King of Wall Street'', and even Morgan Stanley has to avoid its edge for a time, Guo Shouyun does not want to establish such a big enemy for himself .


    "Do you need me to do anything?"


    Knowing that Phoenix has no way out, William Zhang said after a moment of silence.


    "You can visit the CEOs of Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley for me, and you can consult about the listing of LinkedIn and Google!"


    William Zhang was stunned, and instantly understood what Guo Shouyun meant.


    "I''ll do it tomorrow!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief and said in his heart, "I hope these two temptations and temptations can let them help me with the Enron issue!"

 Chapter 108： Chinese savior crepe

    Chapter 108 Pancake Fruit


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    After thinking for a while with the phone in hand, "Wendy, what date is today?"


    "Number seven!"


    "November 7th, if I remember correctly, is National Election Day for the fifty-third president and vice president of the United States?"


    Wendy Solow nodded and smiled: "Congratulations boss, you made a bet. ����.�����S.���� update so fast. Republican Mr. Bush was elected as the new president of the United States!"


    The election of Xiao Bu~shi to Guo Shouyun had long been expected.


    "I just don''t know how much the incense love of ''spending'' $2 million in political cash can play!"


    In fact, Guo Shouyun knew in his heart that no matter how much external help he looked for, the most important thing was himself if he wanted to withstand the pressure of Enron. If he himself has no confidence in this, then even with the help provided by Goldman Sachs outside, he still cannot hold the final victory.


    "Anything else?"


    Wendy Solo shook her head.


    "Go back and rest!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    "Boss, about An Ran...!"


    Looking at the beautiful woman with a worried look on her delicate and beautiful face, Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head, then comforted: "Don''t worry, An Ran can''t protect herself now, how much of a threat can it produce? Its role is questionable! Besides, I''m not totally unprepared for it!"


    Infected by the confidence in Guo Shouyun''s words, Wendy Solo nodded, turned and walked out. After he left, the confident look on Guo Shouyun''s face quickly disappeared. It was the first time he faced a deep-rooted enemy like An Ran. Inexperienced, he didn''t want to be as relaxed as he just showed.


    Glancing at the computer, Guo Shouyun, who was in a fidgety mood, completely lost the ''excitement'' to continue writing. After walking around the room for a few times, he felt a little suffocated because of his "chaotic" thoughts.


    "Matthew, come, let''s go out for a walk!"


    Seeing that it was not too late, Guo Shouyun greeted his personal bodyguard out of the hotel.


    When he came outside and was blown by the cold wind from the Pacific Ocean, Guo Shouyun suddenly felt that his mind was much clearer. The mood gradually calmed down.


    "Matthew, I remember that you served in the Delta Special Forces before, right?" Guo Shouyun didn''t feel a little more talkative while walking on the road.


    "Um!"


    "How is life in the military?"


    "Very boring and often accompanied by gore and death!"


    The solemn tone made Guo Shouyun turn his head and glance at the big man who was always serious and devoted to his duties.


    "Before, I was yearning for a military career, but now that you say that, I really don''t have any passion at all!"


    "Boss, I''m telling the truth!"


    "I know, I know. But it''s quite a strange thing for a wood-like guy like you to find a wife!"


    After Matthew Bloom pulled the corners of his mouth, he looked at the figure in front of him with a wry smile on his face.


    "Hey, there''s a night market in front!"


    Seeing the brightly lit street ahead, as well as the dense crowd of people and vendors, Guo Shouyun''s eyes instantly lit up.


    "Let''s go, let''s go have a late night snack, I just happen to be a little hungry too!"


    "Boss!" He quickly stopped Guo Shouyun, "A place with a lot of people is not good for your safety."


    "Isn''t there you? Besides, I''m not the president of the United States, and not many people want my life! Let''s go!"


    After the words fell, Guo Shouyun quickly walked ahead after pulling Matthew Bloom''s arm. Seeing him like this, Matthew had to keep up.


    Night markets are the same all over the world, the only difference is the flow of people. Because of the company''s business, Guo Shouyun has not experienced this kind of lively for a long time. He shuttled through the crowd, looked at the dazzling variety of goods on different booths, and looked around with great interest.


    Not long after, he suddenly smelled an unusually familiar fragrance on the tip of his nose.


    "Chinese savior crepe?"


    Looking around, he soon found the familiar Chinese characters on the booth more than ten meters away from him. In his previous life, as an authentic Shan-dong native, he was too familiar with this classic snack. Especially when he was in high school, he would buy a copy at the small stall outside the school every week in the free time he could leave the school in the afternoon on weekends. Even if I work later, I will never miss it as long as I encounter it. Now I think about it and it is full of memories.


    It is rare to see it in a night market in the United States, and Guo Shouyun, who is full of impulsiveness, strode over.


    A very ordinary stall. In the center of the tabletop, which is about one meter square meter, is a stove with a diameter of about 40 cm. In the basket in front of the stove are ''chicken'' eggs, fried dough sticks, noodles sauce, green onion, ''flower'' and the like. . Standing behind the booth was a middle-aged man of thirty-six or seven years old, with a dark complexion and a heavy imprint of life on his exposed skin such as his palms and face. He looked at some vicissitudes.


    Glancing at the ''chicken'' egg skins in the trash can next to them, the number has been half stacked, and it seems that the business is good. After the other party ''handed'' the prepared pancake fruit to the waiting young white ''girl'', Guo Shouyun stepped forward, "Boss, how do you sell the pancake fruit?"


    Guo Shouyun''s pure Mandarin and his typical Chinese appearance made the middle-aged stall owner stunned.


    "Yeah! Shan~dongdi!"


    Guo Shouyun laughed at his fluent Jiaodong dialect.


    "Oh, that''s my own person. I don''t want any more money from you, just make a cost of $2!"


    "Don''t, it''s not easy for Anthrace to draft a black man. $5 is enough. And I''m not alone. Look at him, there are three or four pancakes and fruits are not enough for him!"


    The middle-aged stall owner glanced at Matthew Bloom, who was standing behind Guo Shouyun, who was tall and strong, with a hint of hesitation on his face. It''s not easy for him to make money. If he only earns six or seven fruits at a cost, he will definitely be taught a lesson by his wife when he goes back.


    Guo Shouyun, who saw his expression in his eyes, took out $30 and handed it over.


    "Boss, here are six fruits! All the condiments, don''t put too much bean paste!"


    "Look, how embarrassing this is!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, turned his head and pointed to the small square table next to him, "Is this table from Anthracene?"


    "Um!"


    "Then we''ll eat here. Boss, bring it to us when it''s ready!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who was walking towards the small table, the middle-aged boss took the money after hesitating. But in the process of making the fruit, he added an extra ''chicken'' egg to each fruit.


    "I''ve made two. You can eat first. By the way, there is boiling water in the kettle next to it, and there is a bowl in the basket next to it. If you drink it, you can pour it yourself!"


    After saying "hands over", the boss went to work in front of the booth.


    "Come on, one person per person, how does it usually taste?"


    Hearing this, Matthew Bloom, who was ''tempted'' and ''fascinated'' by the fragrance of the pancake fruit, did not refuse. After watching Guo Shouyun take away one fruit, he took the rest into his hands.


    Because there is a packaging bag on the outside, it is not afraid of getting dirty by hand.


    "Yeah, delicious!"


    After taking a bite and savoring it carefully, Guo Shouyun nodded contentedly. He hasn''t had this taste for a long time.


    "Boss, the craftsmanship is ''great''!"


    Facing the praise, the middle-aged boss showed a simple and honest smile on his face.


    "Anthrace will hit it if she thinks it''s delicious!"


    "Boss, is business going well?"


    "It''s alright at night, there are few people during the day, so I can''t make much money!" After speaking, the remaining four fruits were ready.


    "Big brother, are you an international student?"


    Seeing that there are not many customers, and the middle-aged boss may not have met people from his hometown for a long time, it feels particularly cordial I sat on the high stool behind the booth and chatted with Guo Shouyun.


    He smiled and nodded, "How about you, boss?"


    "I don''t want Anthrace to be so capable. I...I came with my family!" Seeing the embarrassment that flashed across his face, Guo Shouyun could also guess that the middle-aged man who had been devastated by life was also A smuggler.


    Not intending to point it out, he quickly changed the subject, "Boss, how many years has Anthrace been in the United States?"


    "Three years!"


    "Three years? That time is not short!"


    "Well. It''s a pity that I''m stupid, and I haven''t learned a few American words in three years!"


    "It''s going to be a long time!"��


    Perhaps it was because of the fact that they were both strangers, but the two of them chatted very well, and Guo Shouyun quickly finished eating the two pancakes and fruits. Bearing in mind that he shouldn''t eat too many Chinese-style health secrets at night, he gave all the remaining four to Matthew Bloom.

 Chapter 109： night market stall

    Chapter 109 Night Market Painting Stall


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    Poured two bowls of water, and while Guo Shouyun was drinking and digesting food, there was a little girl with a plaited ''flower'' braid, wearing a somewhat outdated light red ''color'' children''s clothes, apple face and big eyes, looking cute. He trotted all the way and stopped in front of the middle-aged boss''s booth. . For more latest chapters visit: ������.�ߢ�XS.�㧰��.


    "Uncle Ma, I want two pancakes!" The little girl said crisply.


    "Oh, it''s nan nan, wait a minute, uncle will make it for you right away!"


    The little girl nodded vigorously, the two hemp ''flower'' braids swayed ''dangling'', and the serious expression on her little face was endearing.


    It takes less than five minutes to make one pancake and fruit, and under the skillful operation of the middle-aged man surnamed Ma, two pancakes came out very quickly.


    "Be careful!"


    The little girl tiptoed, happily and carefully took over the plastic bag containing the pancake fruit, and then took out a crumpled ten-dollar bill from the small cloth bag on the left side of her clothes very seriously and solemnly and handed it over.


    "Uncle, give me the money!"


    Looking at the dollar in Bai Nen''s little hand, Ma Jianguo shook his head with a smile, "You can''t use that much, uncle will find money for you."


    "No, no!"


    After the little girl swung her empty left hand several times, her voice was hurried, and her face showed anxiety: "Dad said that Uncle Ma is not easy to make money, so he won''t let you get change! ...Uncle Ma, goodbye!"


    "Wait a moment!"


    Quickly stopped the little girl who was about to turn around and leave, Ma Youliang took out an apple from the grid under the table and handed it over.


    "Here, take it to eat! Go back and tell your father what I gave!"


    The little girl was obviously very jealous of the big apple in Ma Youliang''s hand, but because of the strict family education, she didn''t dare to reach out to get it.


    Seeing this, Ma Youliang walked out from the back of the booth, stuffed the apple into the little girl''s hand, and patted her little head kindly, then comforted: "Don''t worry, I''ll tell your father later. , don''t let him talk about you!"


    "Thank you Uncle Ma! Goodbye Uncle Ma!" After hesitating for a moment, the little girl couldn''t refuse the ''temptation'' and ''temptation'' of the delicious food.


    "Goodbye nan nan, be careful on the road!"


    "understood!"


    "Such a well-behaved little man, you like it when you look at it!"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but exclaimed when he saw the small figure that was getting farther and farther away.


    "Yeah!" Ma Youliang nodded in agreement, "Nennan, this child looks likeable. It''s a pity that his life is not good, he lost his mother at a young age, and followed his father in the United States to starve and eat. ,Ugh��!"


    After taking a deep sigh, Ma Youliang changed his words and said angrily: "It is said that the United States is full of gold, and everyone who comes here can make a lot of money, but when I got here, I found out that all the **** shits, it''s better to be here today. domestic."


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him and said nothing. China''s reform and opening up, people''s minds have changed, and they always feel that there is no better domestic than foreign countries. Therefore, from the late 1980s to the early 21st century, from the dignitaries to the merchants and pawns, they went abroad with a "door" mind. It is a pity that abroad is not a paradise as imagined. The implicit ''sex'' class oppression and exploitation are sometimes even more serious than in China.


    Therefore, the strange phenomenon that made people laugh and sigh was produced later: engineers do dishes abroad, scientists work in foreign countries, and so on. On the contrary, most of those who stayed in the country became the top ''elite'' in various fields through their own efforts.


    Therefore, in the vast majority of cases, it is often easier to achieve final success than speculation!


    "Boss, we have eaten too!"


    After Matthew swallowed the last pancake fruit and drank half a bowl of water, Guo Shouyun stood up.


    "Then go slowly, welcome next time!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after saying goodbye, he continued to walk towards the night market with Matthew. While taking a walk to digest food, I glanced aimlessly at the book stalls, second-hand stalls and food stalls nearby. In a few minutes, this small night market was almost over.


    "what!"


    After being surprised, Guo Shouyun stepped forward quickly and stopped in front of a painting booth. Naturally, what attracted his attention was not the oil paintings commonly seen in the West, but the traditional Chinese ink paintings neatly placed on the booth. Of course, calligraphy and painting are not separated, so there are a few calligraphy next to them, but they are not many.


    In the United States, even in Chinatown, there are not many shops selling Chinese painting and calligraphy, not to mention the works of good quality.


    Simply looking at this booth with a size of six or seven square meters and more than a dozen paintings and calligraphy, which were placed directly on the ground with a piece of plastic sheeting, after looking for a while, "Boss, how do you sell these paintings and calligraphy?"


    "Which one do you want?"


    He speaks fluent Mandarin, and wears a somewhat outdated navy blue coat. His face is thin and his hair is slightly white. Behind the old black-rimmed glasses, a pair of not-so-big eyes reveals a wise ''color''. The middle-aged man put down the food in his hand, looked at the young man opposite him in amazement, and stood up.


    "Dad, nan nan just saw this uncle!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, holding the pancake and eating the fruit happily, the corner of her lips was dipped in Douban sauce, and the little girl who was later said to be ''cute'' stretched out her white and tender hand and tugged at her father''s sleeve and said crisply. .


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded at her, his eyes turned to the middle-aged man.


    "I want this picture of Lamei!"


    In his last life, the inspirational poem "Bao Jianfeng comes out of sharpening, the fragrance of plum ''flower'' comes from bitter cold", ran through his six years of hard study in middle school, and also made Guo Shouyun have a different kind of liking for plum ''flower''. Moreover, this Lamei picture is ''bright'' and not vulgar. Although there is only one old branch, it is as vigorous as a horned dragon; plum ''flowers'' seem to be few, but in the picture with a large area of ????white space, it reveals a tenacious vitality, and the artistic conception is really rare.


    Moreover, the length of this Lamei picture is more than six feet, and there is no shortage of inscriptions and inscriptions, which is in line with Guo Shouyun''s aesthetics.


    "This painting is $20!"


    "20 dollars!" Guo Shouyun was surprised, the price was unexpectedly cheap. But it''s normal to think about it, after all, this is the era when the United States is not China, and it is not an era when China''s influence will be popular all over the world more than ten years later. Affected by this, it is not surprising that Chinese artworks, especially calligraphy and painting artworks, are not expensive.


    After paying $20 and ''handing over'' the packaged Lamei to Matthew, Guo Shouyun looked at the booth again.


    "Boss, are you drawing these paintings yourself?"


    "Yes!"


    "I admire, it''s rare to see people with such superb skills in the United States!"


    Xianglai Guo Shouyun admires people who have in-depth research and skills in traditional Chinese skills such as painting and calligraphy, seal cutting, qin and chess, so he is very interested in talking about this middle-aged man.


    "It''s amazing! It''s just relying on this ''door'' craft to support the family!" The middle-aged man humbly shook his head.


    After Guo Shouyun smiled, his eyes turned to the little girl who was looking at him with wide eyes curiously, "Is this your ''daughter''? She looks cute and exquisite, very attractive!"


    "Nan, call it uncle!" The middle-aged man nodded and said.


    "Hello, uncle!"


    "Hello!"


    After waving at the little girl with a smile, she thought that there was no gift around her that she could afford. Thinking about the previous words of the owner of the pancake and fruit stall, Guo Shouyun had an idea in his mind.


    "Dare to ask your surname?"


    "No need for your surname Liu!" the middle-aged man replied.


    "Mr. Liu, I like your calligraphy and paintings very much. UU reading look at how much they are worth in total, I want them all!"


    "All?" Liu Zhixing was stunned.


    "Yes! I just moved to a new home, and I want a batch of paintings and calligraphy to decorate. Unfortunately, I haven''t found a few satisfactory paintings after shopping around Chinatown. On the contrary, your works, plum orchid, bamboo and chrysanthemum, stone forest eagle ''flower'', not only techniques Superb, rare and full of artistic conception, I like it very much!"


    Although Guo Shouyun does not know Chinese painting, he has taken an elective course in art appreciation in college, so he still knows a little bit about it.


    "Thank you very much for your interest, but all my works here add up to hundreds of works, which is too many. You should pick a few and take them away!"


    Liu Zhixing''s persuasion surprised Guo Shouyun. Those who do business are doing everything they can to sell things. Like him, who pushes out the business of "door", not to mention that he has never encountered it, but it is also an extremely rare minority.


    After seeing that his expression was not fake, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but look up at this person.


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 Chapter 110： Microeconomics

    Chapter 110 Microeconomics


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    "No, my family is very big, and all these paintings and calligraphy are not necessarily enough!"


    The rich and powerful words made Liu Zhixing look at the young man in front of him again, and after glancing at the tall Matthew standing beside him, he nodded with a hint of understanding in his eyes. .The fastest update access:����.79XS.�㧰��. ! Knowing that this is a master who is not bad for money, there is nothing to say in this case.


    "I''ll pack it for you!"


    "Matthew, let''s help too!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    Although there are only a dozen paintings opened, it will take some time to put them all together. Guo Shouyun didn''t mind helping him by the way when there was nothing to do.


    Three people together, the speed is several times faster in an instant. However, Guo Shouyun and Matthew are not as familiar with this booth as Liu Zhixing, so they will inevitably bump into the process of cleaning up the paintings. No, Guo Shouyun just put the rolled scroll aside but accidentally knocked off a book that was originally in the corner.


    He picked it up quickly, but the written word caught his attention.


    "Microeconomics by Samuelson and Nordhouse?"


    Guo Shouyun is no stranger to this masterpiece of economics, which sells well all over the world and is regarded as the best by the economic departments of various well-known universities. It is on the must-read list for the Department of Economics at Stanford University. However, this economics book appeared in the hands of a painting stall owner, which is "very" good. In particular, the cover of the book has turned yellow, and it is obvious that it is often flipped. Obviously, it is not used for decoration.


    Guo Shouyun, who was in his heart, opened it subconsciously. The beautiful pen words on the title page of the book made his pupils shrink, and his face became more thoughtful.


    "From the unnamed lakeside to the endless twilight autumn city, this life will never change!"


    Guo Shouyun could certainly feel the continuous affection of ''Lu'', but what really caught his attention was the word ''Weiming Lake''.


    When he was studying in his life, Weiming Lake was equal to Peking University. For a moment, Guo Shouyun had many guesses in his heart.


    He continued to turn back beyond the title page, and he was also familiar with the contents of the book. But what caught his attention was the key points of the red and blue ''color'' markings on the face, as well as the experience recorded in neat words at the corners. No matter how many, almost every page has it, and it has something to say. Apparently the person who wrote these words was a man with a deep research on economics.


    "Mr. Wang, all the paintings you want are finished!"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun''s heart moved. After turning around, he didn''t look at the packaged calligraphy and painting, but raised the book in his hand and smiled, "Is this "Microeconomics" from Mr. Liu?"


    "Yes!"


    Liu Zhixing nodded calmly.


    After returning the book to the other party, Guo Shouyun groaned for a while, "Although I know it''s a bit presumptuous, but I''m really good. How can a person who graduated from Peking University and has a deep research in economics end up selling paintings and calligraphy in American night markets to survive. ?"


    Looking at Liu Zhixing''s changing look, Guo Shouyun knew that most of his guesses were true. That being the case, it made him even better.


    "I''m afraid Mr. Guo has misunderstood. I''m just an ordinary person with a rough understanding of painting skills. I have nothing to do with Peking University. This book is also kept here by others!"


    "Really?" Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, "Since it''s not Mr. Liu''s thing, then dare to ask who its owner is? I''m very interested in getting to know such a person who has some in-depth research in economics. If you can ''communicate'' Nothing could be better!"


    Liu Zhixing was silent!


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him and didn''t ask any further questions. He squatted down, pulled the corner of his father''s shirt with a smile on his face, and looked at his little girl with wide eyes.


    "Nah, how old are you this year?"


    "5 and a half years old!" The little girl was not afraid of life at all.


    "Is kindergarten?"


    The little girl shook her head.


    After gently ''rubbing'' her soft black hair, "Mr. Liu has something to hide, but I have no intention of getting to the bottom of it. In addition, if your Excellency is willing, I am willing to hire you to teach me. The western seat of the way of calligraphy and painting. As for the remuneration, I think it is enough to ensure that Mr. Liu and Nannan have no worries about food and clothing. Moreover, I am also willing to help Mr. Liu get a green card, or even American citizenship!"


    "Thank you very much for your attention, but I know that my level is limited and I can''t be qualified for the position of Mr. Xi Xi, sorry!"


    Taking a deep look at him, Guo Shouyun took out a business card and handed it to him.


    "Call me if you change your mind! Also, don''t let your children suffer with you, or you are not worthy of being a father! That''s all, farewell!"


    He took out his wallet, took out all the money in it and put it into Liu Zhixing''s hands. Although there is no number, the money is more than enough to buy these paintings and calligraphy.


    After taking a deep look at Liu Zhixing, who was still silent as before, Guo Shouyun turned around, "Matthew, let''s go!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    Grabbing the packed paintings, Matthew Bloom strode along.


    "Hey, I can''t use that much money...!"


    It was not until Guo Shouyun walked away that Liu Zhixing woke up from his own world. Looking at the backs of the two leaving, I couldn''t help but sigh deeply.


    "Dad, everything is sold out, can we go home?"


    "Go home!" After collecting the business card and money, Liu Zhixing nodded, "Nannan, we made a lot of money today, what do you want, Dad will buy it for you!"


    "real?"


    "Um!"


    But soon Liu Zhixing watched as the excited little face of the ''daughter'' gradually dimmed.


    "I don''t want anything, my mother said that if I didn''t ''spend'' money, she could come back sooner!"


    Listening to the childish words of the ''daughter'', looking at her ignorant and determined face, and thinking of his deceased wife who passed away nearly a year ago, Liu Zhixing couldn''t help but feel sad. After kneeling on one knee, he hugged the daughter tightly into his arms, with two tears of remorse streaming from the corners of his eyes.


    "Dad, you''re crying!"


    "No, Dad didn''t cry, Dad was happy to make money." After quickly wiping the tears from the corners of his eyes, Liu Zhixing stood up, "Let''s go, let''s go home!"


    I simply cleaned up the booth, except for a piece of canvas and a wooden box that originally contained paintings and calligraphy, there were not many things in total, so it was quickly finished. After opening the trunk of the eight-handed Corolla, which was showing rust, and putting the packed things in, Liu Zhixing drove his daughter to the Seattle International District, which is also a place where the Chinese live.


    About half an hour later, the eight-handed Corolla stopped outside a small white ''color'' two-story building. Lock the car, and take the ''daughter'' daughter to open the courtyard''s ''door'' and walk in. When they just stepped on the steps, the ''door'' of Jin''s closed room was opened from the inside.


    "Zhang ''milk'' ''milk''!"


    Looking at the old lady in her 60s or 70s who appeared outside the ''door'', wearing home clothes, Nan Nan broke free from her father''s hand and rushed over happily.


    "Oh, my baby. Let''s see, have you eaten dinner?" the old lady said happily.


    "Eat, the pancake fruit that Dad bought!"


    "Pancake fruit, so good!"


    Holding the little girl''s hand, the old lady looked up and said, "How is business today?"


    "I touch a big customer, and all the paintings and calligraphy are sold out!"


    "Really, that''s a really good thing!"


    Liu Zhixing nodded, "Has Uncle Zhang rested?"


    "No, I''m reading a book face to face!"


    After speaking, the three walked to the living room. Just at this moment, after hearing the movement, the shrewd old man in a white ''color'' style jacket with a pair of fronts also walked down from the building.


    "Grandpa Zhang!"


    "Whoops, my baby!"


    Holding the little girl who rushed over, the folds of the old man Le''s face all bloomed. For older people, nothing makes them happier with their grandchildren, even if it''s not their own.


    After a simple frolic, a small, three and four people sat down on the sofa in the living room.


    "Xiao Liu, I have already asked someone. In your current situation, there are two quickest ways to get a green card. The first is business marriage, which is also fake marriage. The second is political asylum. Both have their pros and cons, and they can be done at the same time. It takes about two to three thousand dollars to spend, and it takes about one to two years!" the old man said.


    "I want to apply for political asylum!" Liu Zhixing made a decision without much thought. The status of his wife was unshakable in his heart, and a fake marriage was a blasphemy to his deceased wife in his opinion.


    "Since you''ve made a decision, I''ll contact you tomorrow! As long as you get a green card, it''s not difficult to get into the University of Washington with your talent. As long as you get a degree certificate, your future life will be smooth."


    Liu Zhixing nodded and said with gratitude, "Uncle Zhang, thank you so much!"


    The old man waved his hand, "Stop being polite, who made us all Chinese. Besides, I really like Nannan, and I hope she can live a better life in the future!"


    "I also like grandpa''s ''milk'' ''milk''!"


    The little girl sitting in the arms of the old man said crisply Haha, good! Grandpa''s ''milk'' ''milk'' didn''t hurt you in vain! "


    Seeing the happy young and old, Liu Zhixing was full of gratitude. Since his wife passed away, he took his ''daughter'' and left the sad place that he had rented for nearly three years, and found it through referrals. Mrs. Zhang''s "wife" is a kind-hearted man and an old couple whose children and "daughter" are out of town. Seeing him living alone with his "daughter" is not easy, even the original rent is waived. Moreover, the ''daughter'' child is also extraordinarily taken care of. It is precisely because of this that he has had time to reconsider his future after he had just been freed from a state of ignorance for nearly half a year.


    Elderly people generally go to bed early, so after the four of them chatted in the living room for a while, Liu Zhixing took his daughter back to his room. After comforting the ''daughter'' son to sleep, Liu Zhixing, who took a bath and lay on his ''bed'', couldn''t help but think of the young man he had met at the night market before.


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 Chapter 111： Guo Shouyuns Yang Conspiracy

    Chapter 111 Guo Shouyun''s Yang Conspiracy


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    Although he has never been rich or has much social experience, he can still see that the other party has extraordinary family affairs and is very interested in him. Liu Zhixing, who has decided to work hard, is not entirely uninterested in Pinshu.com''s solicitation. But in the past ten years, he has managed too many ups and downs and setbacks, and his character has become cautious. Therefore, he intends to do some understanding first, and then make a decision.


    Thinking of this, Liu Zhixing took out the business card.


    The light blue hard plastic is very elegant, and there is not much content on the surface. Except for a phone number, there are only three words: Guo Shouyun!


    "Guo Shouyun, I think this is his name!"


    After holding the business card and thinking for a moment, Liu Zhixing carefully got out of the bed. After seeing his daughter who was sleeping beside him, he didn''t wake up, and then he crept to the desk and turned on the computer. Because of the need to check information frequently, his computer here is connected.


    After finding the commonly used Google, and entering the word ''Guo Shouyun'' in the search bar, hundreds of thousands of messages were instantly retrieved. After a brief browse, the encyclopedia page was opened.


    "The youngest billionaire? What a surprise!"


    The beating screen reflected a face full of surprise.


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    "Wendy, where''s my red wine?"


    After breakfast, Guo Shouyun, dressed neatly, was ready to leave.


    "Here, it''s ready for you!"


    After briefly glanced at the exquisite packaging in Wendy''s hand, Guo Shouyun thought for a while, then turned and walked into the study. All the paintings and calligraphy I bought from the night market last night are here. After choosing a good level of "Eagle Rock", they left the hotel with Wendy Solo and Matthew Bloom.


    As the CEO of a municipal company, although Amazon''s situation is not very good now, Jeff Bezos lives in Menardi''s villa area in Seattle, which is not far from Amazon''s headquarters and the environment is quiet enough.


    Because of an appointment in advance, after Guo Shouyun entered the door, the Bezos and his wife had already greeted him in advance.


    "Mr. Guo, welcome to visit!"


    "It''s my honor to be a guest at Bezos'' house." After shaking hands with Jeff Bezos, "Mrs. Bezos, it''s a pleasure to meet you!"


    The latter nodded and smiled: "Jeff has always praised Mr. Guo as a genius who has a real deep understanding of the Internet. This is the first time I have seen someone get such a high rating from him! Moreover, Mr. Guo Still so young!"


    "Really, then I am very honored!" Guo Shouyun responded without being humble or arrogant, "By the way, this is a gift I brought, please accept it!"


    "thanks!"


    After being polite, Mrs. Bezos took the gift from Guo Shouyun''s hand. Foreign countries are different from domestic ones, and there are not too many courtesy.


    "Please come in!"


    Guided by the couple, the group walked into the living room of the villa. Authentic North American country-style villas are elegant and joyful. After a brief glance, the group sat down on the sofa in the living room.


    "MacKenzie, go and prepare lunch for the afternoon, and I''ll take the guests to the back to take a look!" Jeff Bezos made a new suggestion just after sitting down and chatting for a long time.


    "Okay, let''s talk first!"


    "Mrs. Bezos, let me help you!"


    After receiving Guo Shouyun''s gesture, Wendy Solo stood up and followed.


    "No, there are servants too!"


    "It doesn''t matter, I''m fine if I''m idle anyway! And I can''t interrupt their chat!" The two chatted and walked into the kitchen with each other.


    "Looks like you''ve found a very good girlfriend!" Jeff Bezos said after taking his eyes off the backs of the two.


    "Wendy is really good, but she''s not my girlfriend!"


    "Oh, yes. Then you have to hurry up, good girls are very popular now!" When they were talking, the two stood up at the same time. Then, guided by Jeff Bezos, he passed through the back door of the living room and came to the garden at the back of the villa.


    In addition to the swimming pool, the entire garden contains rich vegetation, as well as a court, covering more than two acres. Moreover, because of the temperate oceanic climate, even if it is already November, there are still eyes full of green.


    Along the winding garden road, the two walked side by side, and the atmosphere and timing of communication gradually became stronger.


    "Bruce, can you tell me more about ''cloud computing''? Yesterday was too short, and I didn''t hear many details!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, he had expected Jeff Bezos to ask this. If he hadn''t successfully attracted the other party''s interest with the novel topic of ''cloud computing'', how could he have gotten this opportunity to be a guest at Bezos'' house just by meeting?


    "Actually, ''cloud computing'' is just a business field that I named myself. In the absence of practice, I have no more theory to support it. But what is certain is that the future of cloud computing is bright. With the development of interconnection, more and more enterprises will be involved in the application of interconnection, especially in computing and storage. But computing and storage must involve mainframes and servers. For small-scale enterprises, in mainframes and servers Investing in new technology places a financial burden on them, which creates a need. A need for cheap computing and storage resources.��


    "Comparatively speaking, large enterprises have their own servers to solve the company''s storage and computing applications. But many times, such storage and applications have surplus. If this surplus is packaged and sold to small businesses or individuals who need it If it is, then it will generate revenue. This virtual network market, we can call it ''cloud'', because it sells excess computing power, we can call this transaction ''cloud computing''. If it sells storage capacity, then this kind of transaction can be called ''cloud storage''! And this cloud-based service, we can also call it ''cloud service''. Cloud service can be computing and storage, of course, it can include more, which It is a market with great potential for development!��


    Guo Shouyun gradually calmed down seeing Jeff Bezos''s beating brows and the excitement at the corners of his brows. He knew that he had succeeded in provoking the other''s interest.


    Yes, the future Amazon is the world''s No. 1 cloud service giant Jeff Bezos certainly has a strong interest in this.


    "Bruce, your talent is really admirable. Cloud services are definitely a blue ocean that can keep pace with e-commerce!" Jeff Bezos said excitedly.


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun smiled, but his face still nodded in agreement.


    "Of course, but it is not easy to really open the market for ''cloud services''. We have to solve a series of ''distributed computing'', ''parallel computing'', ''utility computing'', ''network storage'' and ''virtualization'' The problem. And the most important huge amount of money! You must know that the price of the server is not cheap. It can be considered that we can effectively reduce the cost by assembling it ourselves, but the sum of tens of millions of servers also requires billions, or even billions of funds!"


    Jeff Bezos stopped in his footsteps, the dark color of joy on his face gradually subsided, and his brows wrinkled unconsciously. Even without Guo Shouyun''s reminder, he also understands that it takes a huge amount of money to make ''cloud services''. But what Amazon lacks the most right now is money. Especially in the Nasdaq crisis, under the background that the Internet company is not popular in the capital market, unless he is willing to sell the company''s stock, it is difficult to raise a large amount of funds from financial institutions and investors. As for Amazon''s own money... not to mention!


    Thinking of this, Jeff Bezos sighed heavily. With a debt of 2.2 billion US dollars, and even the e-commerce business of his own is shrinking, the ''cloud service'' is just a blessing in disguise for the current Amazon, and you can''t eat it.


    "Worrying about funding?" Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed with light.


    Jeff Bezos nodded, but looking at the smiling young man in front of him, an unpleasant guess suddenly flashed through his mind.


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 Chapter 112： cloud service

    Chapter 112 Cloud Services


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    "Bruce, you revealed the concept of ''cloud service'' to me, aren''t you afraid that Amazon will steal your idea?" Jeff Bezos''s eyes flashed, and then he asked in a subtle tone.


    "It''s fake to say you''re not afraid. But I believe in Jeff''s character!" Guo Shouyun put a high hat on the other side. Of course, having said that, but what he would say, except that ''cloud services'' is most likely to arouse Jeff Bezos'' interest in himself, provide a powerful topic for the two sides to communicate, and deepen mutual understanding and friendship. In addition, it is also pinpointed that the current Amazon simply can''t come up with much money to develop ''cloud services''.


    Moreover, Guo Shouyun has a deeper purpose. If Jeff Bezos can''t resist the temptation of ''cloud services'' and wants to enter this industry, he must seek financing from the outside world without funds. In this way, will his chance not come? !


    "Hehe, then I have to thank you for your attention! But, Bruce. Why do I always think you did this on purpose?"


    "Jeff, I don''t understand what you mean?" Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, his expression unchanged.


    "If you want to develop ''cloud services'', it will inevitably require huge capital investment. Now Amazon is facing many difficulties, and even its own B2C business has to shrink, and there is no room for expansion. If you want to develop ''cloud services'', it is inevitable Are you not the most suitable partner for you who are seeking external funds, have capital and are the originator of the concept of ''cloud services''?"


    Looking at Jeff Bezos with his eyes fixed on him, Guo Shouyun was surprised by the other''s wisdom. In a short period of time, I figured out everything. However, even if the other party understands, his plan itself is a conspiracy. For ambitious entrepreneurs like Jeff Bezos, since they have found a huge market that suits them and is lucrative, How could it be rejected?


    "Jeff, you really think highly of me. I''m only nineteen years old, but I''m not as smart as you think!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Really? But I don''t think so!" Jeff Bezos said indifferently.


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun frowned imperceptibly. He originally planned to take this opportunity to reveal that he would inject capital into Amazon to solve their financial problems, but he had to swallow it again. For someone like Jeff Bezos with a tough personality and self-sufficient talent, opening the window and letting the other party realize his failure is not good for achieving his goals.


    "Anyway, everyone has tacitly agreed to it now, and the interests are in the first place. I don''t believe you can bear it!" Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun stabilized his mind and changed the subject, "Jeff, your golf course is good, let''s play a game. How''s the field?"


    "Okay! It''s just that we can compare our skills!"


    Jeff Bezos nodded, just as he needed time to straighten his mind and find a way to deal with it.


    As the second largest ball game in the world after football, ball is very popular in the United States. It is also thanks to the promotion of Americans that ball has its current status. Therefore, both Jeff Bezos and Guo Shouyun have a certain level. For the next half an hour, the two of you came and went, and they actually fought a dead end.


    "Okay, okay, stop fighting!"


    After seeing Jeff Bezos wave his hand, Guo Shouyun also stopped. After taking the towel from the servant, the two of them wiped their sweat and sat down on the chair beside them.


    "What is the age? I think back at Princeton, it was no problem to play for one day in a row. It''s like now, I can''t last for an hour!"


    "If that''s the case, I guess I''ll lose badly now!"


    "Hehe, I''m an official member of the Princeton team!" After he finished speaking, Jeff Bezos patted Guo Shouyun''s arm, "Let''s go, let''s take a shower. Otherwise, the clothes are full of sweat, and it''s too uncomfortable to stick to the body. It''s gone!"


    "Okay!" After agreeing, Guo Shouyun stood up.


    "By the way, I have a bath here, do you want to take a dip?"


    "Of course, my favorite is taking a bath!"


    The two of them came to the second floor of the villa together, where there is a bath of more than 50 square meters. After turning on the faucet, the water in the bath quickly rippling with the damp heat and steam.


    "The temperature is so high, isn''t it solar power?"


    "This is the water sent by the geothermal well in the villa area after heating!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, it was also a luxury villa area, otherwise there would be such a luxury configuration.


    "But why didn''t the villa I bought!"


    After a painful spit, the two began to undress and go into the water after watching the hot water. In the United States, mixed bathing and streaking are not uncommon. It is normal for two gentlemen to take a bath together.


    There are wooden chairs specially used for sitting in the pool. Sitting on the face and feeling the warm water flow over the body is really relaxing and comfortable.


    "Bruce, do you want something to drink?"


    "Cafe!"


    Jeff Bezos nodded and took a radio from the waterproof case next to him, "Two cups of coffee!"


    Not long after, there was a knock on the door, and soon a charming maid in her early thirties pushed the door and walked in with two cups of coffee. Guo Shouyun, who experienced this kind of tune for the first time, was not used to it for a while. But after taking a look at Jeff Bezos, who was calm, he endured the discomfort of the concept until the other party left.


    "This is the real Jamaican Blue Mountains. Come, how about a taste?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Although he doesn''t like drinking coffee, he also made up some knowledge about coffee for the sake of communication. What impressed him most about Jamaica Blue Mountain was not how good the coffee was. But the Japanese made another good deal.


    After long-term investment, almost all Blue Mountain coffee sales in the world are in the hands of Japanese businessmen, except for the United States and the United Kingdom, which can get a quota of 60 to 70 tons. With less than 900 tons of authentic Blue Mountain coffee per year, only 10% is supplied to the entire world market, and the rest is supplied to Japan. This has also contributed to the high prices of Blue Mountain coffee.


    "How about it?"


    "Very good. In contrast, I prefer more tea." Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "I have good tea from China, do you want to try it?"


    "Don''t bother, it''s good to have this cup of coffee!"


    Jeff Bezos didn''t insist either. He took a sip from the cup and closed his eyes. He seemed to enjoy and taste it. After a while, he turned his head to look at Guo Shouyun, and said with a deep look: "Bruce, you are not short of funds, too. There is no shortage of talent, so why not start a ''cloud service'' business by yourself, but instead cooperate with Amazon?"


    Guo Shouyun had a toothache. He didn''t expect Jeff Bezos to be so proud in his heart. After knowing that he was calculated by his conspiracy, he still thought about how to move back to a game, even if it didn''t have much substantial effect.


    "If that''s the case, why admit it. I''ll just let you borrow a donkey!"


    Thinking of this, after organizing the language, Guo Shouyun said solemnly: "There are two reasons. One: Jeff, you are a genius in Internet management, and I appreciate your business talents. In addition, ''cloud service'' is a brand new I don''t have enough confidence to run it well, so I need a collaborator like you who is talented and has a deep understanding of interconnection."


    No matter how smart people are, they like to hear good things, so it is always right to praise first, no matter if it is true or not.


    "...Secondly, I am very optimistic about Amazon''s future, and I want to use this as a basis to open the foundation of cooperation between you and us."


    "Why do I think the second point is your main purpose." Jeff Bezos said after a little thought.


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "I know it''s hard for me to change your opinion, so you think so! Also, what I want to say is: Jeff, my interest in Amazon is just a financial investment, not to **** your rights, So you don''t have to always be wary of me!"


    Jeff Bezos nodded If I agree to your investment, how are you going to work with Amazon in terms of ''cloud services''? "


    "Set aside 10% for the management, and the remaining two parties will divide the equity according to the investment amount!"


    After giving him some time to think, Guo Shouyun continued: "Jeff, I have a solution to Amazon''s current predicament. I wonder if you would like to hear it?"


    "what way?"


    "Let Amazon buy Thornbird Publishing!"


    "Thorn Bird Publishing Company?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Don''t you think it fits well with Amazon? Amazon''s most profitable business is book sales, and Thorn Bird Publishing is the most promising publishing company in the world, and it is very profitable. After the merger of the two, Amazon The revenue capacity of Amazon will immediately increase by a large margin, and the problem of book losses will be completely solved. At that time, not only will Amazon''s share price rise, and it will be favored by capital again, but it will also have more energy to invest in ''cloud services'', killing two birds with one stone."


    "Are you really willing?"


    "To tell the truth, I can''t bear it! However, as long as the two sides merge, they can completely open up the downstream of the publishing industry and are no longer restricted by the channel providers. So even if I don''t want to give up, I''m willing!"


    Guo Shouyun''s tone was full of reluctance, but at the same time there was no lack of determination. However, despite what he said, he was absolutely convinced of this transaction in his heart.


    The reason why the Thorn Bird Publishing Company was brilliant for a while, all depended on him, the reborn copymaster. But there are also five or six books that he remembered in later generations. Without his support, he has no idea whether the thorn bird, which lacks the background, can maintain the current speed of development. So, instead of racking your brains to find a way out for it in the future, it''s better to sell it for a good price while Thornbird is shining brightly in the publishing industry. He also took this opportunity to concentrate on developing the core enterprises he valued.

 Chapter 103： sly bezos

    Chapter 113 Cunning Bezos


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    Jeff Bezos''s eyes shone with light, and after looking back and forth at Guo Shouyun for a while, he suddenly stood up.


    "I''ve washed it up, the topic just now, we''ll talk about it after lunch!"


    Looking at the back of him turning and leaving decisively, Guo Shouyun, who was flashed for a moment, twitched the corner of his mouth secretly. Although he made full use of his previous knowledge to prepare for this meeting, and never underestimated Jeff Bezos'' wisdom and skill, he still did not take much advantage of the previous confrontation. This feeling is really frustrating. However, Guo Shouyun, who has experienced more and more rich experience, is not so easy to admit defeat.


    After calming down for a while, Guo Shouyun also stood up from the bathtub, took the bath towel hanging on the shelf next to him, wiped his body, changed into his clothes, and followed Jeff Bezos downstairs.


    But unfortunately, after eating the sumptuous lunch prepared by Mrs. Bezos and Wendy, Jeff Bezos did not mention any related topics about the cooperation between the two parties. Even if he takes the initiative to mention it several times, the other party will subtly change the topic. After doing this again and again, Guo Shouyun also vaguely guessed Jeff Bezos''s thoughts. Understand that without doing some detailed investigation, he will not discuss cooperation with himself again.


    After thinking about it clearly, Guo Shouyun no longer did anything useless, but took the initiative to chat about all kinds of casual topics, so this exchange was a joy for the guests and hosts.


    Although today''s communication did not achieve the effect he wanted in business, he finally became friends with the Bezos couple. Not without gain.


    When I left Bezos'' house, it was already afternoon. After returning to the hotel, he did not intend to go out again.


    "Wendy, go book a flight and go back to San Francisco tomorrow!"


    After sitting on the sofa in the living room of the hotel suite for a while, Guo Shouyun said.


    "Tomorrow? Aren''t you going to leave in three days?"


    "The things we should be busy are basically finished, and it is time for us to leave! There is still a lot of work waiting for us when we go back." Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly and said.


    Hearing what he said, Wendy Solo didn''t say anything more. After glancing at him, she turned and left.


    In fact, according to Guo Shouyun''s original plan: to stay in Seattle for five days or a week, to have more full communication with Jeff Bezos, in addition to shortening the relationship between the two sides, it can also reach cooperation between the two sides. But looking at his attitude today, if Amazon does not do a detailed investigation on the ''Thorn Bird Publishing Company'', there will be no response at all. In this case, there is no need to continue to waste it here.


    Seeing the painting bag placed next to him, Guo Shouyun''s mind came to the middle-aged man he met last night. His interest in this man was just a whim, coupled with exuberant curiosity. Since he hasn''t called himself up to now, he really refused. If so, this matter is over.


    Booking a flight ticket is very simple, but something unexpected happened when Guo Shouyun was packing his luggage and preparing to leave.


    "Boss, what''s wrong?"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s gloomy expression after hanging up the phone, Wendy Solo asked quickly.


    "Eric Schmidt refused!"


    Wendy understood in an instant, "Then let''s acquire the CDMA division of Juji...?"


    "How about the new company I asked you to register?" Guo Shouyun asked nonchalantly.


    "It has been registered, and the information is at the headquarters."


    "That''s good, inject the assets of the CDMA department into the new company, and call it Ruby Technology in the future! As for Eric Schmidt...!" After pondering, "We can only find another replacement!"


    He wasn''t too sure about recruiting Eric Schmidt from the start. After all, compared to Norwell, the current ruby ??technology is too small. Even with his promise of additional investment, it''s hard to condescend the ambitious Eric Schmidt. Fortunately, he has other alternatives.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    The phone that Guo Shouyun had just put down rang again. When I took it out, it was an unfamiliar number, but the people who could have his usual mobile phone number were basically the ones he knew or valued, so he always had to pick them up.


    "Hey?"


    "Is it Mr. Guo Shouyun?"


    The voice of a middle-aged male in standard English came over the phone.


    "I am, who are you?"


    "I am Liu Zhixing who sold you the painting last night!"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned. This one is also, he may have heard it long ago when he speaks Mandarin. But the other party speaks English. Although the level is good, the recognition degree is not high.


    "Did you call me specifically to say no?"


    "No, after a day of deliberation, I have decided to grant your request."


    "Oh?"


    Guo Shouyun was a little surprised!


    "Have you thought about it?"


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, Liu Zhixing''s agreement was also considered good news for him who had just been rejected by Eric Schmidt, and it somewhat relieved some of the troubles in his heart!


    "Since you agreed, then I''ll give you three days to prepare. I''ll take a plane to San Francisco in three days, and I''ll send someone to pick you up!"


    "San Francisco?"


    "Is there a problem?"


    "No...no!"


    I could hear some ups and downs in Liu Zhixing''s tone, but Guo Shouyun didn''t ask any more questions, and he would have time to understand in the future.


    "In terms of salary...?" Liu Zhixing probed.


    "The monthly salary is 5,000, and the room and board are all included!"


    Guo Shouyun''s conditions are good enough. In the United States for two thousand years, this salary is enough to shape a middle class.


    "thanks!"


    "You''re welcome, if your ability is good enough, I have a higher position and a more generous salary waiting for you!" Guo Shouyun said with deep meaning.


    "...Okay, I''ve said what I had to say. See you in San Francisco in three days!"


    "OK!"


    "goodbye!"


    "Goodbye Mr. Guo!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun exhaled. This trip to Seattle was a little rewarding. Say hello to Wendy and Matthew Bloom on the plane back to San Francisco!


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    "boom��!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was **** and only wearing a pair of big flower pants, raised his head vigorously in front of the rising sun, and then smashed into the ground with force. Soon, a large piece of dark soil was brought out by the head.


    After a long time of labor, the fine sweat beads on his forehead continued to emerge along the pores, and after more and more accumulation, under the condition of being unable to resist the gravity of the earth, it ran down the cheeks, the thick neck, and the stretched muscles. The upper body gurgled down, soaking through the already dirty big flower pants.


    However, against the backdrop of the strong muscles and the golden sunlight, Guo Shouyun, who is still glistening despite the faint sweat on his body, is full of masculine charm at this moment!


    Wiping the sweat on his forehead, Guo Shouyun leaned on his head as he looked at the 50-square-meter plot that he and Matthew had turned up. The joy of harvesting!


    "Wendy, where''s the cold water I want?"


    Feeling thirsty, Guo Shouyun shouted at the top of his voice.


    "coming!"


    Wearing a light blue shirt, slim jeans and brown sneakers, she saw the youthful Wendy holding a cup in her hand, and trotted to Guo Shouyun''s side.


    After taking a sip of the water cup she handed over, Guo Shouyun said with a smile, "When the land is picked up and organic fertilizer is used, go to China Street to buy some cucumber and tomato seeds. , wait for the spring to plant next year, and in summer we can eat our own organic vegetables!"


    "If you want to eat it, let''s just buy it. Why do you have to grow it yourself? What a hassle!" Wendy couldn''t help complaining.


    "You don''t understand this. The things you buy can''t have the incense grown by your own home!"


    In the last life, almost every online writer including him, no matter what level, basically had a peach garden dream of ''picking chrysanthemums under the eastern fence and seeing Nanshan leisurely''. It is a pity that, like most people, he is forced by life, and it is difficult to break free from the cage of the city. Therefore, the dream of pastoral music is only an illusion after all.


    Fortunately, he didn''t know which gods valued him, but he actually got the magical fate of ''transmigration and rebirth''. In this life, I finally have the foundation to realize my ideal.


    He has already planned to open up a vegetable field of two or three acres behind the Guo''s Manor, which covers an area of ??26,000 square meters. In winter, build a greenhouse and plant some flowers and plants. As for the cattle and horses, don''t think about it for the time being. Although 26,000 square meters is large, it is not enough for him to toss.


    "I must change to a bigger place in the future!" Guo Shouyun thought a little unwillingly at the thought of not being able to ride a horse at home.


    "Well, even so, you can''t forget your work. At ten o''clock this morning, you have a conference call with Buddy!" Wendy reminded.


    "Time is up?"


    "There are still forty minutes, but don''t you think you need to take a shower before you start?" Wendy reminded.


    "Okay, listen to you!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was aware of his situation, nodded. After returning the water glass to Wendy and throwing the head in his hand to Matthew, who came over, he took the towel that she handed over, wiped his sweat, and walked towards the villa in front.


    After returning to his room, he happily took a hot shower, changed his clothes, and went downstairs to the study. When he saw Wendy walking in, he remembered what he had explained to her before he went to Seattle.


    "How is it that I asked you to recruit authors?"


    "I''ve searched for three, and the data is in my computer. If you want to see it, I''ll print it out and bring it over!" Wendy quickly replied.


    "The information will be discussed later. First, tell me about their respective areas of writing and their previous writing experiences!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand and said.


    "Okay!" Wendy nodded and organized the language, "McKenzie Theron, 27 years old, graduated from Arizona State University in the Department of Classics, edited the "Chicago Tribune" for three years, and also published in the middle I have done some short and medium stories about reality, but they haven''t attracted much attention."


    "Vince Doss, 32 years old, graduated from the history department of Mount St. Mary''s College in Los Angeles, freelance screenwriter and part-time writer, once wrote a long love "Heaven on Earth", which sold less than 1,000 copies after publication!"


    "Chris Carter, 30 years old. Graduated from the University of Southern California. He used to be a police officer in the Los Angeles Police Department. He likes to write. After resigning, he engaged in the creation of suspense literature. His novella called "The Butters Murder" It was also adapted into a movie, but because the box office is not high, it doesn''t have much popularity!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly. All three of them had a foundation for writing. Although he didn''t know the specific writing style, he was willing to trust Wendy''s vision.


    "Reality themes, love themes and suspense themes! Although they don''t quite match, they''re almost the same!"


    Thinking of this, he bent down to open the safe in the corner of the study, took out three-point printed documents and handed them over.


    "Here are three outlines I''ve written, Vince Doss for The Big Bang Theory, Chris Carter for Lost, and Mackenzie Theron for Spring in the Cattle Class! Remember, let them write a 200,000-300,000-word long article strictly according to the outline, and give it to me for review after writing!"


    Writing an outline of four to five thousand words is not too easy for Guo Shouyun, who already has movie plot references in his mind, and has sufficient writing experience and typing speed. If time permits, he can write five or six copies a week.


    "clear!"


    "Also don''t stop recruiting authors, especially remember to find me an author with experience in magic creation!"


    After Wendy nodded, Guo Shouyun handed over the three outlines in his hand. When these three books are written, he will not be sure whether the physical books will make money or not, but movies and TV series will definitely be lucrative. Therefore, before these movies came out, he had to take up the pit.


    "It''s alright, you go out to work first!"


    Wendy Solo nodded, turned and left Guo Shouyun''s room.


    After she left, after sitting in a chair and combing her thoughts, Guo Shouyun picked up her phone, found Buddy Morris'' number and dialed it.


    "boss!"


    "It''s been more than a week since Halloween. The first week of "The Chainsaw" should come out at the box office, right?"


    "Hmm!... From October 31st to November 6th, Chainsaw grossed $20.88 million in its first week. Of all the horror films released during the same period, word of mouth and box office all ranked first. According to With the current box office curve, when the movie is drawn, the box office will definitely exceed 50 million US dollars. If you count the international box office, it is very likely that it will exceed 100 million. So, boss.


    After speaking, Buddy Morris also became excited. Movies make money, and his CEO is bound to get a generous cash reward.


    Moreover, the investment and promotion of "Chainsaw" is only about 5 million US dollars in total. Not counting video disc revenue, not counting TV copyrights, not counting peripheral copyrights, just the box office can bring at least four times the profits of Matrix Pictures. If you count it, eight times is not a problem, it just takes a long time to get the money back.


    Guo Shouyun, who had long expected that "Chainsaw" would make money, was not as excited as Buddy Morris.

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    Ever since I started writing this book, I have often felt that my brain is not enough. Compared with the previous "Treasure Eyes" and "Taoyuan Villa", "Rebirth of Capital Empire" requires more information to be checked. I don''t know how many times!


    When I first started writing this book, I was full of confidence. After all, as a **** old bookworm who has been reading books for more than ten years and has grown up with Chinese Internet novels, I have seen too many economic writing methods and routines, and I am confident that I can write well. But the reality once again taught me what is ''high-eyed and low-handed'' and what is ''naive''! Even if I have already read Wu Xiaobo''s "Thirty Years of Turmoil" and "The Great Failure", Jonard Hughes''s "The Seventh Edition of American Economic History", Song Hongbing''s "Currency War" in a set of five volumes, and "The Great" Game", "Black Swan" and more than a dozen books related to economics and finance, even though I have collected hundreds of materials on my computer, it is still very difficult to write this book.


    Combining rigorous economics and business with the coolness of fiction is not an easy task. To be honest, I kind of regret writing this book. However, regret is regret, since it has started, even if you bite your teeth, you have to finish it, and do your best to write it well! This is my promise to myself and my promise to everyone! It''s the same sentence: unless natural and man-made disasters, this book is not unfinished!


    In addition, because there are too many materials to be checked in this book, the writing and updating will be relatively slow, please be considerate!


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    Finally, I would like to thank those friends who have been rewarding and subscribing to this book. Without your support, this book would not exist now.


    In the end, although I''m a little embarrassed, I still can''t help but say: Please look at me as a 30-year-old who is still a bachelor, and for the sake of staying at home every day and trying my best to code words, can you give me a few more monthly passes , subscribe for more! As a single dog, please! !


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    Chapter 114 Seven new films


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    "Making money is good news. But in addition to making money now, we also have to consider the following things." After a little pondering, Guo Shouyun continued, "After the movie box office revenue is accounted for, take 10% of the net profit as Rewards are given to employees, 1% for you, Ray Warner, and James each!"


    Although Guo Shouyun valued wealth, he was by no means a grantai who only cared about his own fortune.


    "Thank you boss!"


    Buddy Morris was excited and grateful.


    What is hard work for? Isn''t it just for the money! So at this point he has enough reason to be happy!


    "Let Ray Warner prepare the script for Saw 2 and start shooting next year!"


    Guo Shouyun''s explanation was not beyond Buddy Morris''s expectations. As long as one such horror film is filmed, it is easy to form a series later.


    "...Also, when the promotion of "Chainsaw" ends, let James be the assistant director of the "Harry Potter" crew for three months! Let him also gain experience and see how the blockbuster is shot! If he does a good job, he''ll be directing next year''s Pirates of the Caribbean!"


    Buddy Morris quickly understood that his boss was planning to train James Wing. But he is very in favor of this, James is the direct line who started with the matrix movie. Moreover, the two lucrative films "Smart: Ghost Record" and "Chainsaw" are enough to prove his talent as a film director!


    "Got it, boss!"


    "Has the release date of Legally Blonde been set?"


    "It''s set, Christmas is officially released!"


    "What about the announcement?"


    "In terms of publicity and distribution, we work with Warner to do it together, and it is progressing very smoothly so far!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "The Chainsaw" and "Smart Ghost Recording" have small investment and large returns. As long as you don''t kill yourself, making money is a sure thing. Therefore, in terms of publicity, he also let the matrix film industry toss and toss, which can be regarded as accumulating experience.


    But "Legal Blonde" can''t. The investment of more than 20 million US dollars, plus the announcement, the total cost is no less than 30 million US dollars. In order to avoid any possible losses, the most important announcement must find a strong partner!


    Hollywood Six is ??undoubtedly the most suitable!


    "Are there enough funds?"


    "The domestic box office share of "Smart: Ghost Story" has been received, and the gross profit has reached 65 million, which is enough to support our continuous investment in "Harry Potter" and the promotion of "Legal Blonde". Make an investment!"


    After a pause, Buddy Morris tentatively said: "Boss, the revenue of "The Chainsaw"...?"


    "No mortgage for now!" After thinking for a moment, Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Yes!"


    After agreeing, Buddy Morris breathed a sigh of relief.


    When the two negotiated, once the box office of "Chainsaw" broke out, then just like "Smart: Ghost Story", it used its box office as collateral and loaned a sum of money from the bank to invest in the theater. Buddy Morris is not opposed to investing in cinemas, but Guo Shouyun''s asset-heavy business model of ''20% down payment plus a 30-year loan repayment period'' makes him frightened. This means that the box office of "Smart: Ghost Story" has already leveraged nearly twice the financial leverage before it has been fully booked.


    He had never played like this before, not even thinking about it. Therefore, although the two films of Matrix Films are big profits, Buddy Morris is still heavy and full of pressure!


    Guo Shouyun didn''t know what Buddy Morris was thinking. The reason why he rejected the previous resolution was because Enron''s threat made him aware of the approaching crisis. Without knowing where Enron''s blow was coming from, he preferred to keep some of the funds behind to deal with the crisis. After all... be careful sailing the ship for ten thousand years!


    "How''s the filming of Fast and the Furious and Fifty Shades of Grey going?"


    "Lin''s speed is very fast. "The Fast and the Furious" is more than halfway through filming, and it will be released in March next year. Li''s "Fifty Shades of Grey" has just started filming for only a month. If you want to release it, I am afraid it will have to wait until the second half of the year!"


    Then, Guo Shouyun continued: "Have you considered the shooting plan for next year?"


    "Considered!" Buddy Morris affirmed.


    "Tell me!"


    "Yes! ... In addition to our collaboration with Time Warner on National Treasure 1 and Pirates of the Caribbean 1, we are preparing to start filming next year for the second installment of Ghost Recording and Chainsaw! Also, if If Legally Blonde and The Fast and the Furious are good at the box office, the sequels will also be launched next year. In addition to the above six, we are also preparing to bring the boss''s novel "The Hangover" to the big screen!"


    "That''s all?"


    "Um!"


    After agreeing in the affirmative, Buddy Morris further explained: "Boss, although the company''s scale and revenue level have been expanding rapidly, producing seven films a year is already the best we can do! After all, with the exception of "Smart: Ghost Story" and "Chainsaw", which did not invest much, the rest started with large investment projects of more than 10 million yuan. The total investment of the seven films is close to 250 million US dollars. If the cost of publicity and distribution is included, In terms of expenses alone, there are 300 million US dollars. Although bank loans can solve part of it, we have to invest more than half of the funds ourselves. Moreover, we also have investment in theaters. Plus the expenses on loan interest. So, if there is no The injection of foreign capital, seven movies is our limit for next year. This is still based on the basis of "Fast and Furious" and "Legal Blonde" can be profitable."


    In fact, it is thanks to two low-investment, high-return movies, "The Ghost" and "The Chainsaw."


    Judging from the current box office data, the total revenue of the two movies plus the surrounding area is between 500 million and 600 million US dollars. Because of the low investment, a gross profit of about 45% can be guaranteed. After deducting taxes, you can get a net profit of about 150 million US dollars!


    It is also with the foundation of this 150 million US dollars, coupled with Guo Shouyun''s halo of success, that the cautious Buddy Morris will make a bold return and make seven movies in the second year!


    "Buddy, don''t be nervous. I just made a routine inquiry, and it didn''t change your decision!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile. If there is no threat from An Ran, perhaps he will continue to be arrogant, but now that he has become cautious, he does not want to continue to amplify the risk.


    Hearing this, Buddy Morris breathed a sigh of relief. He was really afraid that this big boss with big belly full of big ambitions, regardless of his madness, would launch a new movie.


    "Thank you boss for your support!"


    "You''re welcome, Buddy. If you want to say thank you, I also want to thank you. Otherwise, my ears will never be as clean as they are now!"


    Hearing this, Buddy Morris couldn''t help but smile. In the past few months, all film and television institutions and investors who came to buy the film and television copyrights of Guo Shouyun''s novels, or cooperated on this basis, were blocked by him. In this way, as the boss, Guo Shouyun''s ears are clean, but he is not less ridiculed and scorned by the other party. But who let the family be the boss and he is the worker?


    "By the way, Buddy. Seeing that Christmas is approaching soon, in order to appreciate your hard work during this time, I will give you three more days of paid leave!"


    "Boss, you forgot. Legally Blonde just happened to be released on Christmas Day, so as a company manager, how can I get away?!"


    "That''s right! Since that''s the case, let''s talk about it after the movie is released. But don''t worry, the holidays will definitely be reserved for you." Guo Shouyun said, who suddenly understood.


    "thank you boss!"


    After a polite sentence, Buddy Morris didn''t say much.


    "Boss, I have a copy of Disney''s mail here!"


    Generally speaking, emails or visits from other film companies will end with him. Guo Shouyun will be notified only if it involves the six major Hollywood events.


    "Disney?"


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun quickly understood.


    "They want to collaborate?"


    "They want to buy your film and television rights to Finding Nemo!"


    "Buy it?"


    Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "Yes, $2.8 million royalties plus 2% of the box office!"


    "Tell them not to sell!"


    Guo Shouyun was straightforward.


    Since his two "Finding Nemo" came on the market, UU reading www.uukanshu. com has sold nearly 8 million copies in about 7 weeks. A fool can see how much the public likes them. Moreover, cartoons generally sell well around them. Therefore, as long as the discerning person can see that "Finding Nemo" has a lot to do.


    However, Guo Shouyun understands the value of "Finding Nemo" better than everyone else, otherwise he would not be a copywriter.


    "Did Disney only buy the copyright because Matrix Pictures doesn''t have an animation company? But there''s no way!" Guo Shouyun thought.


    "I''ll reject them later!" Buddy Morris, who had expected this to happen, was not surprised by Guo Shouyun''s decision at all.


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun agreed and asked some topics that he cared about, "Buddy, is there anything else?"


    "Gone!"


    "Then hang up."


    "Boss, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun touched his smooth chin with a thoughtful expression on his face.


    "Pixar, DreamWorks, Blue Sky. Alas, none of them are easy to deal with!"


    Pixar and DreamWorks are worth more than $2 billion, and Blue Sky Studio is cheap, but now it''s in the hands of the ''fox''. As an animated puzzle of 20th Century Fox, Guo Shouyun doesn''t have much confidence to buy it.


    After sitting on the sofa and thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun pressed down the extra thoughts in his heart. Now he has passed the time when he was just reborn, and faced with countless opportunities, he wanted to get involved in the greedy mentality. With his current conditions, as long as he plays a few cards in his hand well, after two or three years, neither Pixar nor DreamWorks nor Blue Sky will be a difficult goal.


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun, who breathed a sigh of relief, turned on the computer and prepared to deal with office emails. But the movement outside the window interrupted his thoughts.


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    Chapter 115 Legendary Studio


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    Curiously, he walked to the window and saw Liu Zhixing getting out of the car, "Did you pick it up!"


    "Dong dong...!"


    With the knock on the door, Wendy Solo pushed the door and walked in.


    "Boss, Mr. Liu is here!"


    "I know!"


    After pondering for a while, Guo Shouyun turned around and left the study.


    Looking at his back, Wendy Solo hurriedly followed.


    When the two came to the living room, the bodyguard in charge of picking them up had already led Liu Zhixing and his daughter into the living room.


    "Children, do you remember uncle?"


    Perhaps the combined years of the two lifetimes are long enough, so Guo Shouyun has an "older-style" love for children. After seeing the cute little girl snuggling up to her father''s leg, her little face nervously looking at the strange environment around her, she subconsciously said hello!


    "You''re Uncle Pancake Fruit!"


    The crisp child''s voice echoed in the living room with surprise and a little joy.


    "Pancake fruit... Uncle?"


    Hearing Wendy''s suppressed laughter next to him, Guo Shouyun pulled the corners of his mouth, and countless black lines hung down his forehead.


    "Don''t talk nonsense!"


    Father''s scolding made the little girl raise her little mouth!


    "It doesn''t matter, the pancake fruit is just pancake fruit, it''s not a bad word anyway!" Guo Shouyun waved helplessly, and then his eyes focused on Liu Zhixing in a navy blue suit, "Mr. Liu welcome!"


    After quickly holding Guo Shouyun''s right hand that was stretched out, "You''re welcome, thank you very much for your appreciation!"


    "I appreciate you because of your own ability! ... Well, you are tired from the journey, so I won''t say anything more." After a pause, Guo Shouyun turned his head, "Wendy, you take their father and daughter to settle down in the villa first. Come down. Then take them to get acquainted with the environment here!"


    "OK!"


    "Old Liu, is it okay for me to call you that?"


    "No!" Liu Zhixing glanced at the young man across from him in surprise and shook his head. Unexpectedly, the other party, a native Chinese-American, is actually familiar with such a Chinese-styled appellation!


    "That''s good. After you settle down, I''ll invite you to lunch later!" Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Thank you!"


    After a little hesitation, Liu Zhixing did not refuse.


    Guo Shouyun turned around and asked Wendy to take the father and daughter to the depths of the villa. There are more than a dozen rooms in his manor. Apart from four maids, three gardeners, and twelve bodyguards hired from Blackwater to be responsible for the security of the outer manor, the rest is enough for twenty or thirty people!


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    As soon as he returned to the study, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone rang. After looking at the caller ID, he was quickly connected.


    "boss!"


    "Is there a result of what I told you?"


    "Yes!" Zhang Zhicheng replied affirmatively on the phone.


    Since he finished a weeklong vacation in Hawaii, he was sent to South Korea by Guo Shouyun by phone.


    "Tell me in detail?"


    Guo Shouyun was shocked and said quickly.


    "According to your explanation, I have successfully acquired the South Korean ActozSoft software company, but due to the lack of time, the acquisition funds have spent an additional US$480,000 on the original 5 million."


    "It''s okay! 480,000 is nothing compared to this acquisition!"


    Guo Shouyun''s tone was full of excitement.


    Zhang Zhicheng, who couldn''t understand why he was so happy, couldn''t help but reminded: "Boss, I don''t think ActozSoft software company is worthy of our high price acquisition. So far, their only game "Legend" has been launched in Korea. There are no more than 1,000 people, and there is almost no potential for development.��


    "Old Zhang, come to think of it, you should have heard a sentence: ''The tree moves to death, the person moves to live''!" Guo Shouyun''s face was filled with self-confidence.


    "You mean overseas market?"


    "certainly!"


    As soon as he agreed, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but have a trace of memory in his eyes. Back then, I stayed up all night fighting in the Internet cafe with my buddies in the dormitory, and the lush years of sleepless days for a ''Dragon Slayer'' seemed to reappear in front of me again.


    In the first few years of the 21st century, a game called Legend ushered in the golden age of Chinese online games. At the same time, as the legendary Chinese agents, Shanda and Chen Tianqiao also made a lot of money. From the establishment of Shanda in 2001 with less than 500,000 US dollars, to the market value of 2.2 billion US dollars when the Nasdaq was listed, there was only three short years in the middle. And the 31-year-old old Chen also became the richest man in China that year, which can be described as infinite scenery.


    Although Chen Tian-qiao''s success was mixed at the time, it did not prevent people from researching and envious of his opportunistic fortune-making model, so Guo Shouyun, who had sufficient capital, wanted to copy it easily.


    As for the consequences of Lao Chen, who was taken away from him by the opportunity to become rich, it is not something he is willing to manage. Besides, the $500,000 in Old Chen''s hands is not a small amount. In 2000, China was considered a rich man. So he didn''t feel any guilt in his heart!


    "By the way, are you still in Korea now?"


    "exist!"


    "That''s good! You do a few things for me: first, change ActozSoft software company to a ''Legend Studio'' under Matrix Games; second, fire all management, retain R&D personnel, and take another 5% of the shares will be awarded to core R&D personnel."


    All evil originates from the greed of the human heart! In his last life, although he was just an ordinary diaosi, and he did not experience the feuding between Shanda and ActozSoft software company, but the two sides almost fought for the copyright of "Legend", and there was a lot of trouble in the country. Trouble, Guo Shouyun doesn''t want to experience it again.


    Although compared with Shanda, he acquired the entire ActozSoft software company from the very beginning, but there is a saying that "Sheng Mien fights Mi Chou". Who knows, if they retain the top management of the original company, they will see a game that was considered worthless before, but will be unbalanced and do some dirty things after China gains huge profits?


    Therefore, in order to avoid similar troubles in the future, it is necessary to ''prevent micro-prevention'' from the beginning!


    "Boss, if you fire all the senior management, I''m afraid the whole company will become panic, which is not conducive to the future development of Legend Studio!"


    "It doesn''t matter! Just do as I say. First use options to stabilize the core R&D team of "Legend", clean up the company, recruit non-Korean people as company executives, and then inject funds into the company to absorb new game development personnel!"


    "All right!"


    Hearing that Guo Shouyun had made up his mind, Zhang Zhicheng didn''t say anything more.


    "Also, during this period of time in Korea, UU Reading , please pay attention to Huaxia''s independent online game company for me, and buy it if there is a suitable one!"


    "Huaxia?"


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Legend", "Fantasy Westward Journey" and "Journey" are the three games that Guo Shouyun was most familiar with during his college days and the first few years after graduation. There is no reason to miss it.


    However, Guo Shouyun is no stranger to NetEase and Giant Network, the developers of "Legend", "Fantasy Westward Journey" and "Journey", which are well known. But he didn''t know when they started project development. Fortunately, there are still a few years before they are born, and Guo Shouyun still has enough time to use the highlights and modes of the two games in his memory to occupy the pit.


    Besides, now Huaxia is still a wild era of copyright, as long as it is not exactly the same, everyone, don''t say second brother.


    "I understand!"


    "It''s been a long time since you''ve been in Korea for a while!"


    After explaining, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone after a little hesitation. Originally, he also wanted Zhang Zhicheng to try to acquire Xishanju. After all, "Swordsman Love Online" was also very popular back then. But think about it or forget it, you can''t chew too much. In addition, even if he wanted to buy it, others would not necessarily sell it. After all, Xishanju is not an ActozSoft software company. The success of "Jianxia Love 2" has made them see the huge profits contained in the game industry!


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun tapped his right index finger on the desk rhythmically, which was a subconscious action after he entered a state of thinking.


    "It''s a pity, but let''s do it!" After speaking to himself, he picked up his phone again, found Zhang Lei''s number and dialed it.


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    "boss!"


    Hearing the deepness and fatigue in Zhang Lei''s tone, Guo Shouyun suddenly understood when he looked at the time.


    "Sorry, sorry. I forgot the time difference between San Francisco and the capital. You go to bed first, and I''ll call you back in the afternoon!"


    There is a 16-hour time difference between San Francisco and Magic. Now 10 am in San Francisco is 2 am in Magic. This is the time when people are sleeping deeply. Zhang Lei, who was harassed by Guo Shouyun, didn''t lose his temper. It was already a face for his boss!


    "Papa...!"


    Hearing the sound of the phone hanging up quickly, Zhang Lei, who was about to speak, couldn''t help sighing, he just fell asleep! He hesitated for a while with the phone in hand, and then tried to call back, but after thinking about it, forget it. At this moment, his mind is not clear, and it is not the most suitable working state. Since Guo Shouyun just chose to hang up, it shows that there is no urgent matter. So, it''s the same thing when you go back after you have rested.


    "call��!"


    With a sigh of relief, Guo Shouyun put down the phone, looked at the time, and shook his head slightly. Of course, this was also his excitement when he learned that the copyright of "Legend" was taken. After all, in his investment plan for Huaxia, the hugely profitable game industry is the biggest source of capital. Its status is similar to that of Matrix Films in its industrial layout in the United States, or even more important. After all, the most suitable industry that Huaxia can let him get involved in and produce quick money is games.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun is also familiar with the film and television industry, but now the whole year''s box office in China is less than a fraction of Hollywood''s. It simply cannot provide the huge capital he wants.


    Real estate is possible, but the water is too deep! It''s too early!


    After sitting quietly in the chair for a while, and straightening out his thoughts, Guo Shouyun turned on the computer and started processing office emails.


    Generally speaking, when he is in San Francisco, he takes one day each week to go to LinkedIn, Google, and PayPal! Either one, three, five, or two, four and six. In addition to the work, the people below send emails, or relay them through the secretariat.


    By the time Guo Shouyun finished processing these emails, it was already noon. Had lunch with Liu Zhixing''s father and daughter who had just come here, and after a brief chat, they returned to the study.


    "Wendy, spend some money to solve Liu Zhixing''s green card problem first, and then find a better kindergarten for Liu Nannan!"


    "Boss, I think political asylum may be more suitable for Mr. Liu!"


    "No, I don''t want to wait another year!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "You have another appointment for him?"


    Wendy Solo understood in an instant.


    "I have this idea, but whether it is feasible or not depends on whether he has the ability! By the way, are there any results for the things I asked you to check?"


    "Not yet! The time is too short, and there is no reply from the dispatch agency. Moreover, there are still many imperfections in Huaxia, and it is not easy to investigate a person!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, he also knew it was difficult!


    "Let someone buy some books on American politics and economics for Liu Zhixing, he needs these now!"


    "clear!"


    "Okay, you go down first, I''ll find you if I have something!"


    Wendy Solo nodded, put the details of several authors on Guo Shouyun''s desk, glanced at him, turned around and walked out.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Guo Shouyun just sat down at the desk for a short time when the phone rang.


    Looking at the caller ID, after a quick connection, "Old Zhang, you are a lot earlier than I expected? It''s only 5:30 in the morning on your side, right?"


    "Well! It''s early, but I can''t sleep!"


    "It seems that I disturbed your dream, sorry, sorry!"


    "It doesn''t matter, as long as your boss doesn''t think I''m slow to work, I''ll go to the office to catch up later!"


    "Okay, I agree! Otherwise, if you''re tired, no one will make money for me!" After a few simple chats, Guo Shouyun continued: "Okay, that''s all for the joke. Let''s chat. Hanhua��s business, right?��Is there still no progress on Alibaba��s side?��


    "SoftBank and Fidelity are still resolutely unwilling to sell!" Zhang Lei said.


    Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart. From June this year to mid-November, in five months, they just bought Alibaba at a high price from several VCs such as Goldman Sachs China, Sweden AB Investment, Singapore TFD and Huiya Capital. 7.8% stake. The remaining SoftBank, which holds 23.5% of the shares, and Fidelity, which holds 12.5% ??of the shares, even if Zhang Lei broke his mouth on behalf of Hanhua, and even offered a huge sum of 40 million US dollars, the other party refused to sell.


    From this incident, Guo Shouyun also understands that although he alone has the advantage of rebirth in the world, there are many smart people with sharp eyes.


    "Boss, we have little hope of acquiring Alibaba''s equity from SoftBank and Fidelity. We can only wait for Alibaba''s third round of financing to expand further!" Zhang Lei said.


    "I see. Just do as you say!"


    Although a little unwilling, he also admitted that what Zhang Lei said was the most suitable choice for Hanhua.


    "By the way, what about Tencent?" Guo Shouyun was concerned about another giant of later generations.


    "Now we hold 46.5% of Tencent''s shares. At present, apart from the 46.3% in the founding team''s hands, the remaining 7.2% are in the hands of IDG! In addition, we have initially reached an agreement with IDG to For $2.5 million to buy their stake in Tencent!"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun, who was relieved, showed a happy smile on his face.


    "You did a great job!"


    "In fact, the main problem is Tencent itself. It can''t find a reliable profit model, which makes it far less favored by capital than Alibaba!" Zhang Lei said.


    Guo Shouyun is of course aware of Tencent''s problems. Although Tencent is developing well now, it has not been favored by capital at all when it only burns money but cannot see the output. In contrast, Alibaba''s situation is much better. Benefit from growing enterprise users, and increasing membership fees. Alibaba''s B2B business is growing in scale, with a clear profit model and promising development prospects. In this case, capital will naturally not easily give up the equity in its hands.


    "...Boss, there''s something I don''t know if I should tell you?"


    "Is there anything else we can''t say?"


    Guo Shouyun''s bold tone made Zhang Lei put down the hesitation in his heart.


    "Tencent''s management team wants us to make further investments?"


    "What? Tencent wants us to invest more?"


    Guo Shouyun wondered if his ears had heard it wrong?


    "Yes! In November, Tencent launched the ''membership fee'' service, hoping that it could solve the current financial predicament. But unfortunately, after half a month, Tencent, with millions of members, only gained less than 3,000 yuan. Money! Obviously, the ''membership fee'' model will not work. And now its reserve funds can only support two to three months, or even less. Therefore, the Tencent management team hopes to find new capital investment to keep itself alive Before, they contacted Sina, Sohu, Lenovo and TOM, but they all rejected them. Even Tencent locked the Sina boss Wang Yan who came to investigate in the office, and there was a lot of trouble. It can be seen that the current Tencent funds are really used. The limit is reached...!"


    "Invest as much as you want, it''s best to buy it!"


    Before Zhang Lei could finish speaking, Guo Shouyun couldn''t wait to speak.


    Although he had long expected that he would be interested in Tencent, Zhang Lei was surprised by the enthusiasm in Guo Shouyun''s tone. So he had to remind: "Boss, do you want to reconsider, now Tencent has no reliable profit model, and our investment is likely to be wasted!"


    "It''s alright, you just need to invest! As you said earlier, how many shares of Tencent are required. But one thing is, it is necessary to retain the management team and fully respect their right to operate the company!"


    "clear!"


    Although I don''t agree with it very much, I don''t even understand why Guo Shouyun has a soft spot for Tencent. If you are purely optimistic about the instant messaging industry, you have not heard how much interest he has in Langma UC and NetEase Bubble? As for the acquisition of NetEase, Guo Shouyun has repeatedly mentioned its founder Ding Lei. Obviously, in this acquisition, the weight of talents is far heavier than that of enterprises!


    "Where''s Baidu?"


    "25.6%!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded Baidu already has two rounds of financing, right? "


    "Well, the B round completed in September this year! The money is enough to keep it going for a year."


    "Is it possible to acquire more shares before the C round of financing?" Guo Shouyun said after pondering for a while.


    "There is little hope. Baidu''s financing pressure is far less than Tencent''s, and IDG and Defengjie, which also hold Baidu shares, are not willing to sell their Baidu shares."


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly. He understands that Hanhua''s 25.6% stake in Baidu has basically reached its peak. As for the Series C financing, it is almost predictable that there will be no Hanhua''s share.


    The reason is quite simple. Under his helm, Google has developed very smoothly with the help of Yahoo''s platform, and now it has successfully gained a foothold in the European market. In another half a year or so, you can tear off the disguise and enter the digital advertising business that truly establishes Google''s kingship. The rise of Google has also pointed out the profitable direction for the search engine industry all over the world.


    At that time, Baidu''s stock will inevitably be sought after. At the same time, it also relieved the pressure of funds on Baidu. Therefore, if Baidu''s C-round financing starts, the main consideration is not the money factor, but to introduce as many investors as possible to pave the way for the subsequent listing.


    Baidu''s C round is no longer a VC, but a PE round. With Li Yanhong''s connections in Silicon Valley, he can find investors far more than Hanhua.


    "Terminate the acquisition of Baidu shares!"


    Guo Shouyun, who originally came with the purpose of financial investment, made a decision after thinking for a while. And 25.6% of the shares are not too small.


    "clear!"


    Zhang Lei breathed a sigh of relief. Compared with Tencent, Guo Shouyun''s pursuit of Baidu is more rational in his opinion.


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 Chapter 117： Hanhua Reorganization

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    Chapter 117 Hanhua Reorganization


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    "What about Ctrip and NetEase?"


    "Ctrip.com invested 1 million and accounted for 30% of the shares. NetEase has basically reached an agreement, 15 million US dollars, to retain 15% of the shares for the management including Ding Lei!"


    "Good job! But Ctrip''s shareholding is a bit low! I think no one should compete with us in this regard."


    Among Tencent, Ali, NetEase, Baidu, and Ctrip, the latter is the least valuable now. The establishment time is short, and it is still a grass-roots team that is not favored by venture capital. The company''s operating funds are all maintained by the part-time income of the three founders. Such a company should have easy access to large stakes.


    "Boss, the founder of Ctrip is unwilling to give up decision-making power over the company, so he rejected our acquisition. Even the bottom line of Series A financing is 30% equity!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    The more shares you pay for the A round of financing, the more likely you will lose the absolute control of the company when you refinance in the B round, which is a very dangerous decision for the founder.


    "I see. You should pay more attention to Ctrip after you. Don''t miss it if you have a chance!"


    "clear!"


    "By the way, how much money does Hanhua Investment have on the books now?"


    "There is still 28.6 million US dollars, but if the merger of Tencent goes well, it will spend some of it!"


    Nodding in agreement, after thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun continued: "If the merger goes well, leave 10 million of funds, and the rest will be handed over to your Hanhua Capital!"


    "Thank you boss for your trust!"


    "You''re welcome, this is what we agreed at the beginning!" After a pause, "Also, around Christmas, you can make an appointment with Ma Huateng and Ding Lei, and the three of you come to the United States together! I want to meet in person. Let��s take a look at them, and talk about the development of Tencent and NetEase, as well as the issue of listing later!��


    Guo Shouyun is very aware of China''s national conditions. Although Hanhua holds the absolute controlling rights of Tencent and NetEase is a happy thing, but unfortunately his current nationality is not China, so it is not a long-term solution for Tencent and NetEase!


    Therefore, on the basis of ensuring his future interests, he will try his best to clear the obstacles for the development of Tencent and NetEase. As for the specific method, he already has it, but he still wants to talk to Ma Huateng and Ding Lei in detail to gain their trust and support.


    "OK!"


    "By the way, how much capital does Hanhua Capital manage now?"


    "Not counting the 30 million US dollars invested by the boss, the funds managed by Hanhua Capital are only 25.8 million Huaxia Coins! ... Sorry, boss, I have failed your trust!" Zhang Lei said guiltily.


    "No need to apologize, old Zhang! The company was first established, and there are no outstanding achievements. It is very good to have these achievements. And for the past six months, you have been following my baton, and it is normal that your energy is difficult to allocate! "


    Although Zhang Lei is a handsome talent in the investment industry, he is still too young after all, and he is far from having the deep connections and slick skills that he had after more than ten years.


    However, this is just right for Guo Shouyun, not only can he execute his orders without compromise, but also has a strong training value. If it is really replaced by Don Valentine, or Wang Chaoyong, the ability is strong enough and the relationship is strong enough, but he may not command the opponent. For this, he has learned enough from Michael Moretz.


    Fortunately, in the beginning, he poached Michael Moretz for the equity of Google, but he didn''t really intend to let the other party follow suit, so after getting along for the past six months, the two of them got along well.


    "Thank you boss for your understanding!"


    Guo Shouyun responded, and after pondering for a while, "Old Zhang, I have an idea to discuss with you?"


    "You say?"


    "I plan to form a new company with Hanhua Investment Management Co., Ltd. and Hanhua Capital! In this new company, there are asset management department, wealth management department and investment department. You are the CEO of this company! In addition, I The ownership of the shares of Tencent, Alibaba, NetEase, Ctrip, and Baidu under Hanhua Investment Management Co., Ltd. will be stripped, but the management rights will be placed under the Asset Management Department of Hanhua Company!"


    "I agree with the boss''s decision!"


    Soon, Zhang Lei''s calm tone came from the receiver. Guo Shouyun was not surprised by his approval. With the wisdom of the other party, it is easy to guess why you want to change the management structure of Hanhua.


    In fact, after more than half a year of experience in the business world, Guo Shouyun''s thinking is undoubtedly much more mature than when he was reborn. There is also a new experience of giving and taking. Therefore, at the beginning, the idea that he wished all profitable industries had to step in, has now been thrown out of the sky by him. In this case, a company like Hanhua Investment Management Co., Ltd., which is specially established for investment and overlaps with Hanhua Capital''s business, does not need to exist.


    Guo Shouyun has already thought about it. In the future, key companies like Tencent and Alibaba that will not easily sell their equity will be placed under several offshore shell companies. Then put the management right in Hanhua Company. In this way, Hanhua can use these companies as gimmicks to attract customers. And Guo Shouyun doesn''t have to worry about splitting out Hanhua''s equity, which will make others cheaper for him.


    At the same time, without his deliberate suppression, Hanhua, like a real financial company, can expand its business by attracting capable partners through equity!


    Zhang Lei also wanted to understand this, so he easily agreed to Guo Shouyun''s suggestion.


    "It''s fine if you agree. In addition, considering that the company was first established, there are many things to do. I will send you a few helpers!" Guo Shouyun said with a glint in his eyes.


    "Haha, okay. I''m still worried that I don''t have suitable talents around me!" Zhang Lei laughed.


    Speaking of which, the two have reached an agreement tacitly. As a financial company that may manage all of Guo Shouyun''s assets in Huaxia in the future. Although he trusts Zhang Lei very much, it is "people''s hearts are separated from the belly". For the sake of planning ahead, Zhang Lei''s rights must be checked, balanced and supervised. And Zhang Lei agreed so happily because he understood this.


    "By the way, one of the helpers I''ve found for you this time is a beautiful woman. You, a 28-year-old single dog, have to seize the opportunity!" Guo Shouyun, who felt that the atmosphere was too serious, said half-jokingly.


    "Old single dog?"


    This later Internet "popular style" caused Zhang Lei''s forehead to hang down countless black lines.


    "Boss, when did you start to be a matchmaker?" Zhang Lei said with a wry smile.


    "Hehe, I have an idea once in a while! Well, I''ve said everything I need to say. When you come to the United States next time, I''ll take care of you!"


    "Um!"


    Finally, the two hung up the phone after a brief chat.


    After putting down the phone, Guo Shouyun let out a sigh of relief.


    "Huaxia has it done. The United States also needs to sort it out!"


    Thinking of this Guo Shouyun picked up the phone, but just as he was about to dial, he frowned slightly, thought about it, and put it down. The matter of shorting Enron has reached a critical moment, and he is unwilling to insert an unexpected factor at this time.


    "Forget it, let''s wait until this level is over!"


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Just then, the phone he had just put down suddenly rang. Picked it up and looked at the caller ID and connected.


    "Hey, Bruce! Don''t forget the party tonight!"


    Cheng Tinghua''s voice came clearly from it.


    "At seven o''clock in the evening, San Ramon 117 is right?" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "Hey, that''s right, that''s right! Friendly reminder, there is a surprise tonight. If you don''t come here earlier, you might not have your share!"


    "Okay, I see. I''ll be there early tonight!"


    As for Cheng Tinghua''s so-called surprise, he can guess even if he doesn''t say Guo Shouyun. Nothing but women. A group of young people with extraordinary backgrounds get together, wine and **** are two indispensable things. And in comparison, the appearance of women will be more outstanding, you can see this by looking around Sicong.


    However, Guo Shouyun didn''t have much expectations for this. They may not be as beautiful as their girlfriend Molly Bevin and assistant Wendy Solow.


    "That''s good, that''s good! I''m waiting for your driver!"


    After agreeing and chatting briefly, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    Putting down the phone, Guo Shouyun noticed that Guo Shouyun, who had been sitting for too long, stood up and walked back and forth in the study a few times. After stretching his body, he went back to the computer and retrieved a document.


    "I just don''t know how many of these people will go?"


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 Chapter 118： San Ramons Party

    Chapter 118 The Gathering of San Ramon


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    San Ramon Villas is located in the north of the San Francisco Bay Area. The city is not big, but the environment is excellent. In terms of transportation, the convenient MRT system can directly connect to Oakland and downtown San Francisco. And there are several junior high schools and high schools with the highest education level in California, especially Dougherty Valley High School, which ranks among the top in the United States in terms of facilities and teachers.


    Coupled with the abundant and complete sports and entertainment facilities such as numerous tennis courts, basketball courts and golf courses, as well as a large number of supermarkets, hospitals and other living facilities, it makes life convenient and high-quality single-family houses in the San Ramon area. Villas have always been very popular with the rich, especially the rich Chinese.


    Of course, compared to the top of the San Francisco Bay Area, the small town of Atherton, where a single villa costs tens of millions of dollars, the single-family villas in San Ramon seem to be average.


    Therefore, when Guo Shouyun, who lives in the top of Atherton''s top-notch Guo''s Manor with an area of ??nearly 30,000 square meters, arrived at his destination, he simply looked at the double-storey detached house in front of him, which covers an area of ??no more than 1,000 square meters. After the villa, he asked Matthew to park the car on the side of the road.


    "Boss, do you need me to go in with you?"


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun nodded, "Put the things on!"


    "Yes!"


    Pushing open the door, he subconsciously looked at the luxury car parked on the side of the road. After a simple count, Guo Shouyun knew it.


    "It seems that there shouldn''t be too many people today!"


    Like most American country houses, this two-story house is surrounded by half-height holly that separates the front yard from the street. The backyard is relatively more private. The fence cooperates with green vines, as well as trees and shrubs of varying heights, dividing the space between the entire backyard and the front yard from both sides of the villa.


    After taking a brief look at the small courtyard, Guo Shouyun pushed open the iron hollow courtyard door, which was about a person''s height and was mostly decorative, and walked along the one-meter-wide garden road paved with cement bricks to the door, and briefly listened to it. After finding nothing special, he raised his hand and rang.


    "Dong dong...!"


    "Squeak...!"


    Before Guo Shouyun''s hand could be put down, the closed door was opened from the inside.


    "Bruce, here you are, come in!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun standing outside the door, Cheng Tinghua smiled in surprise.


    "What''s wrong with your face?"


    Nodding his head, and briefly looking at this old classmate who is not close, Guo Shouyun raised his hand in surprise and said.


    "Is there something on my face?"


    Doubtfully, he wiped his face with his hand, and looking at the black ashes on his hands, Cheng Tinghua''s face instantly showed hatred.


    "It must be that fat fat Chen Huidi who did it. When I came to open the door for you just now, this **** touched my face! Damn it, he deliberately made me make a joke in front of you."


    "Chen Huidi!"


    Guo Shouyun moved in his heart.


    "By the way, I brought a bottle of red wine, I hope you like it!"


    With that said, Guo Shouyun took the packaging box that Matthew brought and handed it to Cheng Tinghua.


    "Is it a genuine 90-year-old Latour! Thank you so much, there is no good wine in Zhengzhou!" Cheng Tinghua was not polite, and after taking the red wine, got out of the way, "Bruce, come in! Everyone has always wanted to know you. !"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and followed him into the living room.


    A very ordinary living room with an American country style, and there is nothing too luxurious. The only thing that could impress him in the entire living room was probably the four square-sized "Eight Horses" hanging on the wall of the main hall.


    Of course, what attracted his attention was not the level of this "Eight Horses", but in the entire American country-style environment, this traditional Chinese painting was a bit nondescript here.


    After noticing Guo Shouyun''s eyes, Cheng Tinghua, who took a towel from the bathroom, wiped his face and said, "That''s the handwriting of my old man. He gave me a gift when I bought this house. I was going to put it away. , but was hung up by that stubborn old man."


    "Your grandfather''s calligraphy and painting skills are very high!" Although there was a short distance, some people couldn''t see clearly. But the painting is still very vivid. Besides, even if the painting is poor, you can''t be too presumptuous when you come to someone''s house as a guest.


    "Hehe, the old man is just a hobby. Let''s go, I''ll take you to the back, everyone is there!"


    Cheng Tinghua pulled Guo Shouyun''s forearm, and the two walked through the living room, pushed open the thick solid wood door that separated them, and went to the backyard. Before Guo Shouyun could look at the situation in the backyard, a strong aroma of barbecue had rushed into his nostrils, instantly occupying his entire brain and touching his taste buds at the same time.


    "It smells so good!"


    Guo Shouyun felt his saliva surging.


    "Everyone, stop, our guests are here!"


    Cheng Tinghua''s greeting immediately stopped the six people who were busy playing with the open-air barbecue on the semi-open balcony in the backyard, and then invariably focused their attention on Guo Shouyun, who was standing beside Cheng Tinghua.


    "Hello everyone, my name is Guo Shouyun, nice to meet you!"


    Facing the scrutiny eyes, Guo Shouyun said hello calmly.


    "Is Guo Shouyun?"


    The eyes of the six people moved, and each had a different experience.


    "Hello, my name is Qin Xiao!"


    A sturdy young man with two big waists in his hands, dark complexion, thick eyebrows and big eyes, took a few steps forward and stretched out his empty right hand towards him.


    "Hello!"


    When the two shook hands, the people next to them also gathered around.


    "Chen Huidi, I''ve heard your name for a long time, but I didn''t expect you to be younger than you thought!"


    A fat man with a body over 180 pounds immediately stretched out his hand.


    "You''re welcome, if you want to say young, I think everyone is about the same age!"


    "Hey! That''s right!"


    "Wang Guozhen, nice to meet you!"


    Compared with the previous two, this Wang Guozhen was a little thinner, and with eyes, he showed gentleness.


    "Du Hongchuan, hello!"


    The short five words made Guo Shouyun feel an air of refusal from the tall, thin and tall young man across from him.


    "Bruce, don''t get me wrong. Lao Du is hot on the outside and hot on the inside. You''ll understand when you get used to it!" Cheng Tinghua explained beside him.


    "That''s right, Lao Du is a boring slut!"


    Du Hongchuan twitched the corners of his mouth and glared angrily: "Fatty Chen, you still have the face to talk about me? You bastard, even middle-aged women are not spared!"


    "I''m Ming~ Sao. Besides, Selena is a stunner who still has a charm! That smell is much stronger than a yellow-haired girl who doesn''t know anything, ... tsk tsk!"


    Chen Huidi, who didn''t think so at all, showed a laughable and dangling expression on her fat face!


    "You better not say these words in front of Neville, or he will definitely trouble you!"


    The words fell, and before Chen Hui could speak, the other party had already stretched out his right hand towards Guo Shouyun.


    "Gao Jingguo, nice to meet you!"


    Gao Jingguo''s stature is a little short, but his eyes are very energetic, which makes people want to avoid them subconsciously.


    "Hello!"


    After shaking hands with Gao Jingguo, Guo Shouyun looked at the only woman among the six. But at this moment, seeing her with her pretty face tensed and her brow furrowed with anger, as if it would explode in the next moment, Guo Shouyun was very hesitant. Will I be beaten if I stretch out my hand now?


    "I''m sorry, just wait a minute!"


    This young girl wearing a dark purple sweater, with short hair and her temperament showed a heroic spirit that was not lost to men. After she finished speaking, she took a step forward. While Guo Shouyun was still in a daze, Qianqiansu''s hand was already grabbed like lightning. He opened the ears of Chen Huidi, who still had a proud and aftertaste on his fat face.


    "My surname is Chen, I think you are itchy! You openly said such nasty things in front of girls!"


    "It hurts, Hongying let go!"


    "No, this time, I must teach you a profound lesson for the ladies! I''ll see if you dare to say such a dirty word next time!"


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 Chapter 119： stunner

    Chapter 119 Stunner


    "Okay, Hongying. Stop now, save some face for Lao Chen, there are guests next to him!" Gao Jingguo, who was standing beside him, quickly persuaded him.


    "Looks like I''ll let you go this time for Lao Gao''s sake. But next time you dare to say such dirty things in front of a girl, I''ll definitely screw your ears off!"


    After a cold snort, the tigress-like Qiu Hongying let go of her anger and covered her ears, as if she had been ravaged by a strong man over a little girl. She was aggrieved, grinned, and the snowy Chen Huidi walked away. He stood in front of Guo Shouyun, looked him up and down, and stretched out his hand.


    "Get to know me, my name is Qiu Hongying!"


    Guo Shouyun, who completely saw the scene just now, looked at the beautiful girl in front of him with a "female man" temperament, and was quite surprised. It was the first time he had seen such a wild girl.


    "Hello, my name is Guo Shouyun!"


    "They say that you are a rare business genius. Now, apart from being handsome, I don''t think so!"


    Although the other party said it was rude, Guo Shouyun had a good impression of this carefree and straightforward girl!


    "You''re right, I have no other advantages besides being handsome!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Qiu Hongying curled her lips, "It''s another slick tone, and I can''t control the color of my trousers~ ghost!"


    When the words fell, he ignored Guo Shouyun''s embarrassment and walked aside on his own.


    "Bruce, don''t get me wrong. Hongying is just outspoken. She didn''t mean to target you!" Cheng Tinghua, who was afraid that he would get angry, explained quickly.


    "It''s ok!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head. When Qiu Hongying said the last sentence just now, including Cheng Tinghua and Qin Xiao, the embarrassment that flashed on the faces of all the men present made him understand the ''the only red flower among the green leaves in front of him''. '', I must have taken this irony to the men present.


    At this moment, a burning pungent smell interrupted Guo Shouyun who was about to speak.


    "Oh, my big waist!"


    Chen Huidi, who was screaming, didn''t care about the pain in her ears. With surprising flexibility, her seemingly fat body quickly turned around and ran to the side of the grill to get busy.


    His actions more or less broke the slight embarrassment caused by Qiu Hongying''s words just now.


    "Mr. Guo, we made some barbecues. If you don''t mind, just sit down and eat a piece!" Qin Xiao said with a smile.


    "Of course I don''t dislike it!...To be honest, when I followed Jerry in and smelled this barbecue, I was drooling!"


    "Hehe, Lao Chen doesn''t say anything else, the craft of barbecue is definitely this!"


    Du Hongchuan raised the thumb of his right hand.


    "Kuanzi, among so many people, you are the only one who said something of conscience!"


    Chen Hui, who was pouting and playing with her barbecue, praised without looking back.


    "Come on, let''s do it!" Cheng Tinghua said.


    "You eat first, I''ll go help Lao Chen, he''s too slow alone!"


    After speaking, Wang Guozhen walked over to Chen Huidi and helped him fiddle with the vegetables on the other grill.


    "You talk first, and I''ll help too!"


    With that said, Qiu Hongying turned around and walked to Chen Huidi''s side, "Fatty, bring the cumin here!"


    Chen Huidi, who had just been taught a lesson, did not dare to neglect, and hurriedly followed the instructions of Her Lady Queen.


    Looking at the two people who cooperated closely, Guo Shouyun said in surprise: "The two of them...?"


    "Girlfriends!"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned, no wonder Qiu Hongying would not hesitate to teach Chen Huidi a lesson while guarding so many people just now, and he would not give him any face at all. Emotions are the deepest responsibility of love!


    "Old Chen has no flaws, he just doesn''t have a handle on his mouth, especially likes to tell two dirty jokes, because this often makes Hongying angry, so it''s common for two people to fight, we are all used to it. !" Cheng Tinghua explained with a smile.


    "This guy is so fat, and he can grab a beautiful woman in front of us, so he deserves to be punished!" Du Hongchuan said with a hint of envy in his tone.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Stupid people have stupid blessings", "Flowers are inserted in cow dung", "Good cabbage is arched by pigs" and other marriages with very different appearance conditions are always the easiest to attract melons. The envy and jealousy of the masses. This principle is the same at any level!


    "Bruce, try our grilled beef. This is authentic Japanese Wagyu beef. The taste is absolutely top-notch!" Cheng Tinghua took some of the grilled beef skewers placed in the center of the table and placed it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Let''s wait for everyone to sit down and eat!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "It doesn''t matter! Barbecue is to eat while grilling! Otherwise, it won''t taste like that when it''s cold!"


    Saying that, Qin Xiao grabbed a chicken wing and stuffed it into his mouth.


    Knowing that Guo Shouyun''s first visit, Cheng Tinghua, who couldn''t let go, was not polite, and also picked up the beef skewers and started eating!


    With them in front, Guo Shouyun also let go! Moreover, he had heard the name of Japanese Wagyu before he was reborn, and it would smell the fragrance, so naturally he would not be polite.


    "good!"


    After taking a bite, the mouthful of oily, tender and delicious beef made him nod his head in satisfaction.


    "Old Chen knew you were coming, so he brought it here from home today!"


    As Wang Guozhen spoke, she put the roasted eggplants, mushrooms, garlic cloves, etc. on the table.


    "Yeah! This guy is very stingy. Usually he is reluctant to take it out for us to try. In order to entertain your VIP today, not only did he barbecue himself, but he also brought five pounds of top 5A Wagyu beef, which is really rare!" Qin Xiao attached and said.


    "Of course you have to entertain guests with good things! Besides, Bruce is here for the first time, of course he has to entertain them well! Come, try my roasted kidneys!"


    With that said, Chen Huidi put the steaming, candy-colored beef kidney on the center of the table. And I personally got one for Guo Shouyun!


    "Thank you! I''m flattered to be treated like this by you all!" Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    "The Chinese are relatives, all of them are Chinese with the same language and the same species. It is only natural for them to take care of each other in this acre of land in the United States!" After a pause, the servants serving next to them poured the wine for everyone. Afterwards, Cheng Tinghua stood up with a glass of wine, "Come on, let''s toast to Bruce''s arrival!"


    "cheers!"


    After a simple clink of glasses, everyone drank the red wine in the glasses.


    "This red wine is good!" Du Hongchuan said.


    "Of course, this is a 90-year-old genuine Latuo brought by Bruce, how could the taste be bad!" Cheng Tinghua said.


    "Good wine and good meat, plus today is full of friends, everyone must have a good time!" Qin Xiao said with a smile.


    "Of course!"


    "definitely!"


    Everyone nodded.


    "By the way, didn''t you say that we called Sister Qianqian for today''s party, why haven''t we seen her yet?" Qiu Hongying said suddenly.


    "It''s still girl Hongying who knows that she cares about me, unlike you stinky men, who are always sweet-mouthed when they are courting, but are not reliable at all critical times!"


    The crisp, tactful and charming voice came into Guo Shouyun''s ears with the sound of the door opening. When he turned to look at the place where the voice came from, he suddenly felt that his eyes lit up!


    "Sister Qianqian, you are here!"


    When the men were attracted by the beauty of the visitor, Qiu Hongying greeted her with joy.


    "Yeah! There was a traffic jam on the way, or I''d be there early!" After the words were finished, Yao Qianqian hugged Qiu Hongying, the two let go and took two steps forward. Yao Qianqian smiled and stretched out her white and tender hand.


    "You are Guo Shouyun, I am Yao Qianqian, nice to meet you!"


    Holding the other party''s weak and boneless little hand, even if Guo Shouyun had no extra thoughts in his heart, he couldn''t help being attracted by the tall and hot figure who was wearing black boots, a one-step skirt and a dark red long-sleeved jacket. He was beautiful and sexy. Charming temperament with a strong woman attracted. Seeing her made Guo Shouyun unconsciously think of Zhang Yuqi in "The Mermaid" by Xing Ye!


    Sexy, charming and powerful, like a black and red poppy~chestnut!


    "Hello!"


    After briefly shaking the palm of his hand, Guo Shouyun quickly released it.


    "interesting!"


    After looking at the protagonist of today''s party with great interest, Yao Qianqian turned around and walked to Du Hongchuan, "Old Du, sit in another place! I''ll talk to Hongying later!"


    "All right!"


    Du Hongchuan nodded happily, turned around and sat down in the vacant seat next to Qin Xiao Bruce, how''s it going, isn''t this a good surprise? "


    Cheng Tinghua, who was sitting on Guo Shouyun''s left, suddenly whispered.


    "Um?"


    After being stunned for a while, Guo Shouyun quickly understood what Cheng Tinghua meant.


    In all fairness, this Yao Qianqian is indeed a rare stunner. No matter in appearance or stature, she is no worse than Wendy and Molly. However, she is not the type she likes. Besides, he already has Molly Bevin! Although the two often fail to meet, Guo Shouyun did not plan to have three wives and four concubines. As for sleeping with Nicole Kidman, he hasn''t settled on Molly yet!


    "Okay, Qianqian is here too, and everyone in our party tonight is here too. I suggest everyone to raise a toast together for today''s gathering!"


    Qin Xiao stood up with the wine glass in his hand.


    "cheers!"


    "cheers!"��


    With the crisp clinking of glasses, everyone took a sip of the wine and sat down in their seats.


    "Everyone, Mr. Guo is a distinguished guest at today''s party. I propose to let Mr. Guo speak for us!" Yao Qianqian suddenly said.


    Guo Shouyun was a little caught off guard. When did the red tape of China become popular in the United States?


    When he was still a little stunned, Wang Guozhen and the others looked at each other and nodded in unison.


    "Yes, Mr. Guo has a few words for us!"


    "I''ve been wanting to hear Mr. Guo''s high-level business talk for a long time, and it''s a rare opportunity this time!"


    "That''s right, that''s right! My old man praised the self-made Mr. Guo very much. It''s rare to hear the teachings up close this time. Mr. Guo can''t be stingy!"��


    Seeing their sympathy, Guo Shouyun said with a wry smile: "Everyone, I''m not a high-ranking official, so there''s no big reason to talk about it! Don''t embarrass me!"

 Chapter 120： womens problem

    Chapter One Hundred and Twenty The Problems of the ''Women''


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    "Mr. Guo, don''t be humble! You are recognized as a business wizard. ����. The most high-profile Internet company in Silicon Valley. Invested in Matrix Films, two consecutive films have achieved an enviably high box office, and even reached a cooperation with Time Warner. Entering the publishing industry is even more difficult. I heard that Penguin Landon made an offer You rejected the $800 million acquisition of Thorn Bird Publishing Company. As for Guo''s Business Group, Phoenix Company, and Matrix Games, they are developing rapidly in their respective industries, and each has amazing potential. Even if they occupy one of them, they will be called the ''elite'' in the business world, but Mr. Guo has occupied all of them, and the time is less than a year. If there is no inherent logic and far-sighted vision to support such an achievement, the little ''girl'' You absolutely don''t believe it!" Yao Qianqian''s beautiful eyes flashed with a ''fine'' light, and she said firmly.


    Facing the complex eyes of everyone, Guo Shouyun''s thoughts turned, "I didn''t expect Miss Yao to know so much about the next one!"


    "The Chinese circle in the United States can be said to be big or small. Besides, how can Mr. Guo''s amazing achievements not attract attention!?" Yao Qianqian pulled her long hair on the temples behind her ears. With a hint of strength.


    "Mr. Guo, you should talk about it. You don''t know. During this time, my family has always used you as an example to talk to me and let me learn from you. Today is a rare opportunity, you must teach me well. !" Qiu Hongying said.


    Looking at the two ''women'', one charming with a hint of strength, the other playful with a hint of pleading, and the men around them who were tacitly silent despite their different expressions, Guo Shouyun knew it.


    "These guys are smart enough to let the ''female'' rush ahead. Is this a guess that I will eat soft or hard?" Guo Shouyun thought.


    Beautiful ''women'' have an inherent advantage, especially when facing men, they can always win great tolerance. As long as Guo Shouyun is not a straight man, and Yao Qianqian and Qiu Hongying don''t say anything too offensive, then the effect of their words is far more than Qin Xiao and the others.


    Is Guo Shouyun straight? Obviously not!


    "Miss Qiu, I remember someone said just now that I don''t have any outstanding advantages other than being handsome. How could this be...?" Guo Shouyun said with a half-smile.


    Thinking of what she said just now, Qiu Hongying blushed pretty, "Oh, why are you so vengeful? They were just joking, and now I''m really asking you for advice!"


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun, who was mostly joking and probing, didn''t hold onto this question. His eyes swept across the crowd quickly, and after organizing the language, he said calmly: "I really don''t have any skills in doing business. It has been going smoothly all the time, and there is a bit of luck! ... However, I have worked hard in the business world for so long. It''s still some experience, if you are interested, I can share it with you!"


    "Of course we are interested! Mr. Guo, please speak!" Yao Qianqian said immediately.


    The rest of the people also nodded.


    "I won''t talk about big truths, let''s start with simple investment returns!" After a little groaning, "If you just want to make money, then the stock market and bond market have good opportunities. Berkshire Hathaway, Goldman Sachs, General Motors, and Walmart are all worth investing in. In the bond market, Amazon, Apple''s high-yield bonds, and real estate MBS bonds also have good returns. Of course, no matter the stock market or the bond market, I They are talking about long-term holdings of more than a year.��


    "...If you want to start a business, the building materials industry, real estate industry, interior design industry, real estate agency, and secured loan industry all have very high growth values!"


    "It seems that Mr. Guo is very optimistic about the real estate-related industry?" Yao Qianqian said.


    "good!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    Another year will be the third outbreak of the U.S. real estate industry in the past 100 years. House prices will rise by as much as 150% within five years, bringing about a period of rapid growth in various industries related to it. Although the skyrocketing housing prices will eventually lead to the subprime mortgage crisis, as long as you exit in time before the crisis, the harvest will be unimaginable huge profits.


    "Mr. Guo, I don''t know if you know, the house price in San Francisco has dropped by 3% to 5% month-on-month this year!" Du Hongchuan said suddenly.


    Glancing at this indifferent man, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    ��The decline in house prices in the San Francisco area is because of the Nasdaq crisis. If you look at the entire United States and compare the top 50 cities by GDP, you will find that since 1995, house prices in the United States have been rising. . It''s just that the rise is more modest and not as noticeable."


    "Since it''s a moderate increase, doesn''t that mean that the profits are limited?" Qiu Hongying said bluntly.


    "Ha ha!"


    "why are you laughing��?"


    "Hongying, don''t talk yet!" Yao Qianqian quickly stopped her best friend.


    After looking at the two of them, Guo Shouyun didn''t think Xu said: "I think there must be many of you who are studying economics. If you think about it, you should understand that as long as the real estate, a major industry that is related to the national economy and people''s livelihood, starts to rise, it will inevitably open a new market. 10 years of growth period. The last real estate bull market in the United States ended in 1986, and it has been 14 years. According to the law of U.S. housing price changes in the past 100 years, the third largest real estate bull market since the end of 1986 is coming. Moreover, the policies of the national government are also shifting in the direction that is conducive to the development of real estate. For example, the Federal Reserve cut the reserve ratio and cut interest rates to stimulate the economy. Another example is President Bush Jr., who just won the election. He promised the public at the beginning. It will reduce the proportion of personal income tax. These are rare positive factors for the rise in housing prices.��


    His words made everyone ponder once again. As people who have been educated by elites since childhood, and almost all of them graduated from famous universities majoring in economics or business administration, they naturally understand that Guo Shouyun''s words are true, and what richness is contained in them. income!


    Two or three minutes passed, and after a few people looked at each other, Yao Qianqian, who received the signal, said again, "Since Mr. Guo judged that real estate is promising, why didn''t he invest?"


    "Who said I didn''t invest? If you know enough details, you should know that whether it is a retail store under Guo''s Commercial Group or a theater chain under Matrix Films, almost all the properties are bought together. As for why I don''t directly Entering the real estate development industry. Sigh... I am not like your family. I have been rooted in the United States for nearly a hundred years. Here, my roots are intertwined and all kinds of relationships are deeply rooted. It''s hard to do anything great! If that''s the case, why would I do the stupid thing of ''knowing that there are tigers in the mountains, and preferring the tigers to the mountains''."


    Although I don''t quite understand the meaning of "playing soy sauce", it is not difficult to guess the context of Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. Guo is too humble. In the United States, money can make a ghost run the mill. With your rich capital, if you really want to participate in the real estate industry, you can definitely become a giant!" Qin Xiao complimented.


    "I''m still a little interested in investing. It''s okay to do it myself. I''m busy with these companies now!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Don''t Mr. Guo talk about the Internet? Now you are the most well-known entrepreneur in Silicon Valley. I don''t know how many people want to invest in the LinkedIn you founded!" Yao Qianqian suddenly said.


    Glancing at her, I had long expected that the Internet and LinkedIn would be an inescapable topic for this gathering. So Guo Shouyun had already prepared the draft before he came.


    "The Internet is really promising. But I personally don''t recommend you to get involved. Even if you want to participate, just invest, don''t think about starting your own business!"


    "Why?" Yao Qianqian said suddenly.


    "It''s very simple. LinkedIn has burned nearly 40 million US dollars since its establishment. After starting its internationalization next year, we plan to burn another 100 million US dollars. And for at least three years, we do not plan to leave a surplus of 1 US dollars on the book." After a while, Guo Shouyun took a breath, facing everyone''s surprised, even shocked eyes, sighed and continued, "Don''t look at LinkedIn''s beauty on the surface, in fact, I live on thin ice every day, because of you I don''t know if a business model that is more attractive to users than LinkedIn will emerge in Silicon Valley the next day and replace us! Therefore, we have to keep ''spending'' money, and then ''spending'' money, trying to keep ourselves in the First in the industry!"


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun quickly swept across the crowd, and said in a low and solemn tone, "Are you really going to live such a life?"


    "Mr. Guo is exaggerating. Don''t Internet companies have VCs behind them Why spend their own money!" Chen Hui asked curiously.


    "Before the Nasdaq crisis, you were right to say that. But after the Nasdaq crisis, the days of trying to get investment from VCs on the basis of an internet concept alone are gone! Nope! A solid profit model, it��s hard to get funding from VCs.��


    Everyone is "mixed" in this area of ??San Francisco. After the Nasdaq crisis broke out some time ago, they have seen what happened when the "wave" of Internet companies in Silicon Valley broke out. Therefore, Guo Shouyun''s sigh instantly dispelled their idea of ??starting an Internet business.


    "Mr. Guo mentioned Internet investment just now. I don''t know what advice you have in this regard?" Yao Qianqian said again.


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Unless you really want to be a venture capital investor, don''t think about investing in the Internet."


    "why?"


    Yao Qianqian frowned.


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 Chapter 121： Yao Qianqian

    Chapter 121 Yao Qianqian


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    "There are two reasons: First, the risk is too great. The latest chapter visit: ������.79xs.���৮. Internet companies are mixed, and it is difficult to make an accurate judgment if you are not a person who ''specially'' researches this industry. Second, the real Angel rounds and VC rounds of financing for promising Internet companies may add up to two or three times. In terms of smell and negotiation ability, risk assessment, company reputation and other factors, you are not comparable to venture capital companies and angel investors from Silicon Valley! As for the PE round, I believe you know it without saying anything!"


    After listening to Guo Shouyun''s profound words, looking at his deep eyes, after everyone looked at each other, no one said a word. For a while, the atmosphere in the room became a little depressed.


    "Everyone, you can consider the proposal I just made. In addition, if you trust me enough, we can discuss the investment in the real estate industry together! Or I will make an asset plan for you. If you choose the latter, I can Guarantee your investment to grow at least 10% every year!" Guo Shouyun broke the silence.


    He is very clear about the purpose of this meeting today. It is nothing more than wanting to get the equity of LinkedIn from myself. However, Guo Shouyun has a clear plan for the future of LinkedIn, and it is impossible to disrupt his own steps just because of his Chinese identity. Besides, don''t look at how close I was with them just now, in fact, except for Cheng Tinghua, a classmate who is not close, everyone is just a stranger!


    Therefore, he also expressed his attitude through the above remarks: If you believe me, I can make money with you for the sake of everyone being Chinese and overseas Chinese. But if you want a stake in LinkedIn or Google, don''t be paranoid!


    "If we plan to enter the real estate industry, is Mr. Guo willing to invest in it?" Du Hongchuan''s eyes flashed with a gleam of ''fine''.


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded without hesitation, "But I only make financial investments, not management!"


    After nearly a hundred years of development, the real estate industry in the United States has matured. Professional companies are responsible for land development, land planning, housing ''transaction'', secured loans and other fields. Even if house prices skyrocket in the future, it will not be enough for him to make huge profits in it. In contrast, MBS and DNS bonds relying on real estate are more profitable, of course, this is another story.


    Now, Guo Shouyun has no intention of being a real estate developer in the United States, but if it is just a financial investment, there is no problem. Of course, this can also reassure these people here. What I said just now was not a ''deceived'' deception!


    After several people exchanged glances, Cheng Tinghua suddenly said with a smile: "Okay, I''ll stop for a while when I see the topic of chat, everyone eat first, otherwise the roast ''meat'' will be cold!"


    "Yes, everyone eat first, and it''s not too late to talk after eating!" Chen Hui said in agreement.


    "You know how to eat!"


    After glaring at him, Qiu Hongying didn''t say anything more.


    Under Cheng Tinghua''s deliberate mediation, the atmosphere in the banquet gradually relaxed. It was like a party for everyone to eat and drink. However, from their slightly wrinkled brows and the occasional look in their eyes, Guo Shouyun understood that his previous words occupied a considerable place in their hearts.


    "Bruce, there is a game between the Warriors and the Lakers next week, do you want to watch it together?" Cheng Tinghua said.


    If it was replaced by the original Bruce Guo, he would definitely not refuse if he likes basketball. But now Guo Shouyun obviously doesn''t have much interest in basketball. It would be good if he watched football. Besides, he has something to do next week.


    "No, I''m going to Greece next week! I''m afraid I won''t have time to accompany you to see it!"


    "Greece?"


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Next Saturday, Molly Bevin''s winter sketching in Greece is coming to an end. The two have made an appointment to meet in Athens in advance, and then play in the country for a while!


    "That''s such a pity!"


    Seeing that Guo Shouyun was reluctant to say more, Cheng Tinghua also didn''t ask more questions.


    In the next time, everyone ate and drank, and they did not talk about any business-related topics very tacitly.


    At about 9:30 p.m., Guo Shouyun bid farewell. After everyone held back a little, they sent him away together.


    Back in the room again, after everyone sat down on the sofa in the living room, Qin Xiao said, "It seems that we have no hope of getting the shares of LinkedIn!"


    Wang Guozhen nodded, "Although it was a tactful rejection just now, the tone was quite firm."


    "I think we are still too anxious. After all, we only met for the first time today. If it were me, I would not accept investment from a group of strangers!" Du Hongchuan said.


    "There is no way to do this. Now Silicon Valley''s internal assessment of LinkedIn has reached 350 million US dollars. If we continue to make contact with the relationship first, and then invest in the idea, it is estimated that with our current strength, we will not get much at all. Equity!" Cheng Tinghua sighed, "LinkedIn is developing too fast!"


    Hearing this, everyone fell silent in unison.


    In Silicon Valley after the Nasdaq crisis, Internet companies that can find their own profit model are the most popular. So, even though Amazon, Yahoo, and eBay each have billions in debt, they still have more market capitalization than debt. In the same way, thanks to the rapid progress in the field of headhunting and career intermediaries, LinkedIn, which is more and more profitable, is far more attractive in the venture capital industry than Google, which is only an Internet concept stock!


    "Maybe we can think about real estate investing!"


    Yao Qianqian opened her mouth to break the silence, and after noticing everyone''s attention, she said, "Guo Shouyun has not suffered a major loss in his investment so far, so I trust his judgment. In addition, the overall real estate in the United States is indeed rising recently! "


    "The real estate industry in the United States is relatively mature, and its profits are not high!" Gao Jingguo reminded.


    "There is a profit of about 10% if it is not high. If the house prices rise, we will make more." After a pause, Chen Huidi slowly swept the faces of several friends with playful eyes, "Don''t forget, what is our status in our own family. Although in the eyes of others, we live in a villa and drive a luxury car, we are in fact nothing more than concubines who can''t get the right of inheritance. If we don''t find a reliable With a stable career, after ten or twenty years, the family can only live with a severance pay!"


    Rough and not rough words, don''t say "stick" in the head, but also make everyone aware of their own situation.


    "Old Chen is right. For us now, the most important thing is to find a career that we can engage in for a long time!"


    "That''s right, I don''t want to sit and eat in the future!"


    "I don''t want to let the old man see jokes in the future!"��


    Chen Huidi said again: "Everyone, Guo Shouyun said it just now. If we invest in the real estate industry, he will follow suit. In this way, don''t we have a joint interest? With this relationship, everyone contacts. It must be more justifiable than it is now. When there are good investment opportunities, we will not be able to drink soup like we are now!��


    Hearing this, everyone''s eyes lit up.


    "Old Chen, you are on the point!" Cheng Tinghua laughed.


    "With such a big head, it''s not a full package of ''fat'' oil!"


    Qiu Hongying smiled and patted her boyfriend''s forehead, and was very satisfied with his previous performance.


    "That''s it!" Chen Huidi showed a proud look on her fat face.


    "Old Cheng, it seems that you will be running again in a few days!" Qin Xiao said after thinking for a while.


    "It doesn''t matter. But Qianqian, you go with me!" Cheng Tinghua turned his head and said.


    "Me?" Yao Qianqian pointed to herself, "I''ll forget it. Besides, as you all saw today, that guy surnamed Guo has no interest in me at all!"


    "It just shows that he has determination in ''female'' ~ ''sex'', it''s not that he doesn''t like it. In fact, I searched all over the world, as long as he is not a straight man, there is not one who is not interested in you Qianqian. By the way, Friendly reminder, Guo Shouyun is not married yet, if Qianqian thinks he is good, don''t let go of the opportunity!" Cheng Tinghua laughed.


    "Yeah! Qianqian, Guo Shouyun is a top match!" Qin Xiao echoed.


    Yao Qianqian''s bright eyes swept over the two of them, and she said sarcastically, "You bastards, are you Wang Zhaojun who is going to use his mother as a ''friend''?"


    "Don''t say that? Guo Shouyun is handsome, talented, and has a rare wealth, which is much stronger than ''Hu Hanye Chanyu''!" Du Hongchuan said.


    "The surname is Du, I remember you chased after the old lady in college!" Yao Qianqian glared at him and said.


    After an embarrassed smile, Du Hongchuan shrugged, "Didn''t you refuse at that time, I was sad for a long time...!"


    "You''ve made Lilith''s belly bigger, and I''m not going to be a stepmother. I''ll be your ''girl'' friend when I''m out of my mind!" Yao Qianqian interrupted.


    "Cough cough...! Qianqian, you''d better go with Tinghua. This is done, it''s good for you too!" Qin Xiao coughed twice, interrupting Yao Qianqian''s words. Otherwise, let her talk rashly, and everyone''s face will not look good. After all, when you are young and frivolous, no one''s bottom is clean. UU reading www. uukanshu.com


    "What''s the benefit? I can''t take care of my own clothing business. How can I have the time to manage your real estate?"


    Seeing Yao Qianqian''s expression of "no rabbits, no eagles", Qin Xiao sighed in his heart, he knew exactly what the other party wanted.


    "As long as things can be done, I promise to help you get the loan thing done!"


    "real?"


    Yao Qianqian''s eyes lit up.


    Among the people present, except for her, they are all children of rich families. So, when you graduate from college and start your own business, the situation is extraordinarily difficult, especially when it comes to loans.


    "certainly!"


    Qin Xiao nodded. His father Qin Lide was a director of East West Bank, and Yao Qianqian didn''t need a lot of loans, plus his qualifications were no problem. He believed he could still convince his father to help.


    "Okay, I promise. Lao Cheng, just let me know when you go. I promise to dress up beautifully and take down that Guo Shouyun!"

 Chapter 122： Expanding PayPals business

    Chapter 122 Expanding PayPal''s Business


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    "Ah...!"


    Guo Shouyun sneezed.


    "Why don''t you add more clothes, the weather is not very good today, the temperature outside is a bit low! In case you get sick again...!" Wendy persuaded worriedly after handing over the tissue.


    "No! I''m in good health, and I don''t catch a cold so easily!" After wiping off the snot, he threw the used tissue into the trash can, put on the coat that Wendy handed over, pushed the door and walked out.


    Under the gloomy sky, a gust of cold wind blew, making Guo Shouyun shiver. He quickly tightened his clothes, opened the car door and got in.


    "Today''s temperature, even if it''s less than minus zero, I''m afraid it''s almost the same!"


    "It''s November 20th, and it''s normal for the weather to be cold. But compared to Chicago, New York, Pittsburgh, and other places, the winter in San Francisco is already warm!" Wendy said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement. San Francisco is located on the coast of the Pacific Ocean and has a temperate oceanic climate. The lowest temperature in winter is generally around five or six degrees, and it will not drop below zero!


    "Boss, where are you going today?" Matthew asked.


    "San Jose!"


    Matthew understood, stepped on the accelerator, the car started steadily and drove out of Guo''s Manor.


    "How''s Liu Zhixing doing these days?"


    "It''s still the same. I read in the morning, paint in the afternoon, wander around the backyard occasionally, and spend the night with my daughter, every day!" Wendy said.


    "Has his green card been done yet?"


    "I just asked, it will take three days!"


    "Have you contacted Nannan''s kindergarten?" Guo Shouyun said immediately.


    "Contacted! Just wait for Liu Zhixing to get the green card, and Nan Nan can enter the school with a suitable identity!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, and after thinking for a while, "What do you think of Liu Zhixing?"


    "Boss, you...!"


    Looking at Wendy''s surprised and resentful eyes, Guo Shouyun laughed dumbly, "I misunderstood, I didn''t mean to match you. I just asked what do you think about his character? How about his talent? After all, you have been in contact with the most these days! I want to ask you Learn more about him."


    "There''s nothing wrong with character. As for talent... it''s hard to judge. After all, we haven''t been in contact for a long time." Wendy breathed a sigh of relief and replied.


    "That''s it!"


    After nodding thoughtfully, Guo Shouyun didn''t say anything more.


    The car drove through the streets and alleys under Matthew''s drive, and slowly stopped in front of the PayPal office in downtown San Jose. He walked upstairs along the familiar path, greeted the greetings of the surrounding employees, and came to his chairman''s office. After looking at the time, "Wendy, get David and Ken!"


    Wendy nodded, and after pushing the door out, yPal CEO David Sacks and CFO Ken Howery pushed the door and walked in.


    "BOSS!"


    "sit!"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the sofa opposite him.


    "Wendy, three cups of coffee!"


    "I don''t have sugar added!" Ken Howery said quickly.


    "Know!"


    When Wendy was busy, Guo Shouyun asked, "How''s the company''s business volume recently?"


    ��Excellent!��


    Speaking of this, David Sachs showed an excited look on his face.


    "Thanks to the boss''s genius idea of ??''account security period'', the number of registered users of PayPal has exceeded 2.6 million in the last two months! The monthly transaction volume of the account has exceeded 48 million US dollars, and the average transaction volume is 18,000 transactions per day! The service fee charged in the transaction has reached the level of $900,000 per month!��


    "Not bad! However, I think the income from the stranded funds in the PayPal account should not be worse than the service fee!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Hmm!...now more than $35 million in PayPal accounts for more than three days, more than $12 million for more than a week, and 4.5 million for more than a month! The short-term credit for these stranded funds alone The profit has already exceeded 1.5 times the monthly service fee! Moreover, it will grow rapidly with the growth of users and the increase of transaction volume.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Now the Internet industry and users, including the United States, are in a period of rapid development. According to historical trends, PayPal''s rapid development will continue for three to five years.


    After picking up the coffee cup and taking a sip, Guo Shouyun waved to Wendy, who understood and took out the prepared documents from the briefcase and handed them to him.


    After a brief glance, Guo Shouyun handed the other two copies to the two of them.


    "The number of PayPal sign-ups is not small now. So I think it is necessary to make a new revision of the website to further enrich our services."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun opened the cover of the document, "Look, our website used to have only one homepage, and the content was very simple. Except for the balance and the option to bind a bank card on the right, it was the transaction records in the lower half. . Now I plan to set two buttons ''pay'' and ''life'' at the top of the home page. If the user clicks ''pay'', the website will automatically jump to the home page payment page. If the user clicks ''life'', the website will automatically jump to life page. The content of the life page is mainly online shopping!��


    "...For example, we can set the Amazon icon under the life page, and if the user clicks, it will enter the Amazon shopping site!"


    "Advertising revenue?" David Sachs blurted out.


    "No! We don''t want Amazon promotion fees. We just add our PayPal payment option to their payment page and take a cut of every transaction!"


    The two were amazed!


    "With the same cooperation, we can find all Internet companies such as Yahoo, America Online, eBay, Netflix, etc. Even if it is not on the Internet, catering companies with food delivery services, cinemas, amusement parks and other service agencies that can book tickets online , we can also cooperate.��


    That''s right, Guo Shouyun wants to make the PC version of Meituan. The ultimate goal is to expand the number of PayPal registrations and the scope of use, and lay a solid foundation for entering the broader financial industry in the future.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who was chatting, David Sachs and Ken Howery looked at each other and saw a shock in each other''s eyes at the same time. They didn''t expect Guo Shouyun to have such a big plan for PayPal''s future. But in addition to being shocked, I am also very excited. This is a difficult but magnificent road. Once realized, it will create an Internet payment giant worth tens of billions of dollars.


    "Boss, I think Monroe should be called too!" Ken Howery couldn''t help saying.


    Monroe Pahlavi is the Director of Human Resources at PayPal.


    "Yes, we need more talents, especially elites who are good at business negotiation!" David Sachs echoed.


    "This will naturally be mentioned in the meeting later!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun turned his attention to Ken Howery, "Ken, I''ll let you change your post!"


    "Change position?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I have a financial company called ''Hanhua'' in Huaxia, which is mainly engaged in venture capital, asset management and wealth management. The company''s assets are about 100 million US dollars. But now it also If there is a lack of a good enough chief financial officer, I want to send you over! ... In addition, you can rest assured that even if you leave PayPal, your equity will still be retained. In addition, you will also receive an option reward from Hanhua Company!"


    Hearing this, Ken yPal has a bright future under the auspices of Guo Shouyun. As its chief financial officer, he will definitely gain fame and fortune in the future. But if you leave this position, you may lose the professional influence brought by the PayPal platform. In addition, China is a completely unfamiliar country to him, and he may not be able to adapt. However, what Guo Shouyun said about Hanhua''s option reward was another point of interest that he couldn''t give up.


    "Boss, can you give me a few days to think about it?"


    "Of course! But you only have two days!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Yes!"


    "Okay, our small meeting will end here. After you two go back and notify the departments for 30 minutes, I will have a meeting!"


    David Sachs and Ken Howery nodded, got up and left. However, compared to the smugness of the former, the expression of the latter is much hesitant and dignified!


    The subsequent meeting went well. After all, Guo Shouyun''s next development plan for PayPal is not difficult to understand. However, it may not be easy to implement it! PayPal''s 2.6 million registered members can''t impress everyone! Guo Shouyun also knew this. But as long as one or two out of ten companies agree, the development of PayPal is an improvement.


    After the precipitation of time, there will be more and more such enterprises, and after forming a certain scale, the status of PayPal will be as unshakable as the current Alipay and WeChat payment!


    "Matthew, Wendy, you two, drive back! I''m going back to the farm in Santa Rosa tonight!" Guo Shouyun said when he left the PayPal office in the afternoon.


    "Boss, let me go with you!" Wendy said.


    "Boss, as your bodyguard, I should stay by your side at all times to ensure your safety!" Matthew Bloom also said.


    "Okay, okay! I know your intentions! However, I''m not going to any dangerous place, one person is enough!" After a pause, his eyes turned to the beautiful woman with hope in his eyes, After hesitating for a while, he insisted, "Wendy, you haven''t rested much this month. I''ll give you two days off from now on to relax."


    "Boss I...!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, who had turned around and walked towards the trunk of the Mercedes-Benz, after Wendy pursed her lips, a look of sadness appeared on her pretty face.


    Taking out the gifts prepared in advance from the trunk of the Mercedes-Benz that drove in the morning, and waving to the two who were still standing aside, Guo Shouyun drove a company official car and slowly disappeared at the end of the road.


    "Miss Wendy, let''s go too!"


    After glancing at the direction where Guo Shouyun left, Wendy Solo nodded silently.


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 Chapter 123： Guos

    Chapter 123 Guo''s


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    St. Mary''s Square in San Francisco!


    After Guo Shouyun parked the car on the side of the road, he took out his mobile phone to find Katherine Lincoln''s number and called.


    "Hey, I''m here!"


    "Give me another five minutes and come down as soon as the last file is processed!"


    "Okay! Hurry up, or it will be dark!"


    "Got it, you''re so annoying! Hang up!"


    Hearing the blind voice coming from the speaker, Guo Shouyun shook his head, "This eldest lady is as difficult to serve as ever!"


    Fortunately, Catherine was punctual despite her bad temper. About five minutes later, Guo Shouyun saw that she was carrying a huge cake box and hurried out of the office building.


    "here!"


    After rolling down the window, Guo Shouyun waved to the other side.


    Hearing this, Catherine quickly walked over happily. Open the rear door and put the cake in the back seat. Then sat in the co-pilot.


    "Anyway, you are also the chairman of the company, so you don''t even go downstairs to see your company!"


    "Didn''t I just go there the day before yesterday? Besides, I can rest assured that I have you!"


    "Although I know you are lazy, this sentence is quite comforting!" Catherine said with satisfaction.


    After glancing at her, Guo Shouyun turned the steering wheel and joined the traffic in San Francisco.


    "By the way, did you call that guy Matta?"


    "It''s already called. He should have arrived by this time?"


    "So soon? Didn''t we say we would go back together at 5 o''clock in the afternoon?" Catherine asked in surprise.


    "Do you think it''s the two of us, and we have to keep busy with the company''s affairs?"


    "That''s true! The combined population of Berkeley is no more than 100,000. I don''t know how easy it is for him to be a councillor who doesn''t take money!" Catherine curled her lips.


    After a pause, she glanced at Fa Xiao, who was concentrating on driving, and Catherine said casually, "Tell you the good news, the number of branches of Haolejia has exceeded 100!"


    "real?"


    Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    "certainly!"


    Looking at Catherine, although she tried her best to maintain a calm expression, her eyes showed a sense of pride, and she looked at herself from the corner of her eyes from time to time. That expression seemed to write a line on his face: Come and praise me, what are you waiting for!


    "MMP, this guy is already twenty-six or seven, but he still can''t change his queen-like mentality!" After spitting out a sentence, the surprised smile on Guo Shouyun''s face grew a little bit more, and he used a tone of admiration from several people. Said: "Catherine, you are amazing. It seems that I put you in the position of CEO of Guo''s Business Group was the most correct choice in 20 years!"


    Catherine folded her arms and raised her mouth. Although she was very happy, her face was still flat.


    "It''s alright! Barely completed this year''s goal."


    If there is anything that is worthy of the current Catherine''s happiness, it must include overpowering Guo Shouyun. The reasons for this include Catherine''s strong personality, and her competitive spirit from being suppressed by the opponent in her studies since she was a child!


    The corners of Guo Shouyun''s mouth collapsed, and he said in his heart, "I knew you would say that!"


    But in the end, Catherine was still busy for the development of Guo''s business group for more than half a year, not only did the company develop well, but also saved a lot of her energy. So as long as she is happy, Guo Shouyun is also willing to cooperate.


    "Let''s talk about it, don''t even think about keeping it a secret last time!"


    Catherine raised her chin slightly and glanced at him proudly, "I wanted to tell you when I was doing the year-end summary meeting, but since you are so active today and you came to pick me up in person, I will let you know in advance. Be happy!"


    "...Up to now, there are 106 Baccarat, a subsidiary of Guo''s Commercial Group, of which 45 are self-owned properties and 61 are leased properties! The average monthly turnover of each store is 145,000 US dollars."


    "Guo''s Farm currently has 5 in the Bay Area and Los Angeles, with a total operating area of ??4,893 acres. There are 3 Guo''s slaughterhouses, with an annual capacity of 37,000 large livestock! Guo''s Logistics currently has 12 medium-sized trucks, refrigerated There are 23 cars! Guo''s Catering is converted into Baccarat, and no separate statistics are made. To sum up all the business, this year Guo''s Business Group has a total revenue of 17.67 million US dollars, a net profit of 3.15 million US dollars, and a debt of 30.17 million US dollars. "


    "This total revenue is the result of the parallel calculation of each subsidiary?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Of course! Guo''s Farm, Guo''s Logistics, and Guo''s Slaughterhouse are all independent subsidiaries of the group. Their revenue data must be calculated separately and included in the group''s revenue data!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, "What is Baccarat''s revenue this year?"


    "$6.47 million!"


    "What about Guo''s Farm?"


    "$8.34 million! Many of the farms we bought grow wheat, soybeans and other crops. These won''t be sold at Baccarat, so there will be a difference in revenue between the two! But don''t worry, vegetables will be grown in the second season. Fruits are farm products that fit our business!" Catherine further explained.


    "Um!... Except for fresh vegetables, how many kinds of daily necessities are sold in our store now?"


    "457 kinds!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun thought for a moment, "Now we have more than 100 stores. Although it is still far from the giants such as Wal-Mart and Target, it is still considered moderate. Next year, you can try to negotiate prices with these daily necessities suppliers. Squeeze as much as you can. If you can get them to agree to a month''s delay in payment, that would be great!"


    "Why do you need to say that? I''ve been talking about it for a long time!" Catherine said proudly.


    "Oh, how did it turn out?"


    "Small and medium-sized daily necessities manufacturers are of course no problem. But P&G, Unilever, and SC Johnson only promised to give us a certain discount in price, but the products still require both money and goods!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned. He is not stupid and also very shrewd. It is still too early to follow the capital operation model behind the big channel players such as Wal-Mart, JD.com, and Gome.


    As a top student at Harvard Business School, Catherine certainly understood Guo Shouyun''s plan.


    "You are too impatient. Now our strength is still worse than these daily necessities giants. It is normal for them not to give in. As long as we work hard to develop, the situation will change by this time next year."


    "What are your plans for next year?" Guo Shouyun asked curiously after nodding.


    "As long as your monthly investment of 10 million US dollars does not decrease. By the end of next year, I am confident that the number of Baccarat stores will double on the existing basis. The total assets of the group will increase by 1.5 times!" Catherine said.


    "Don''t worry about this, my investment in Guo''s family will not only not decrease, but it may even increase!" After he finished speaking, he saw the familiar road sign in front of him, "We are here!"


    The car turned into the farm along the hardened road. Amidst the barking of dogs, it stopped in front of a house with a log-colored exterior Come in, I''ll help you get things! "


    "No! It''s my mother''s birthday today, how uncomfortable I would be if I was empty-handed!" Catherine, who pushed the door and got out of the car, took out the cake she bought from the back seat.


    "All right!"


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, opened the trunk and took down his present.


    "Wang Wang...!"


    With the cheerful barking of dogs, a German black-backed tail waggled towards the two of them.


    "Karl, don''t touch my cake!"


    While scolding the black back who was circling around the two, the two walked towards the door along the garden road that crossed the courtyard.


    "Squeak...!"


    Before the two could reach the door, the closed door was opened from the inside. Then, Mata Lincoln in a black suit greeted him with a smile.


    "Why did you two come here?"


    "Do you think we''re always as busy as you are?" After giving him a blank look, Catherine went straight around him and walked into the room.


    "Bruce!"


    Looking at Fa Xiao, who opened his arms towards him with a smile, Guo Shouyun smiled and hugged him gently.


    "wrong!"


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows and looked at the man in front of him with incomprehensible eyes.


    "What''s wrong?"


    Matta Lincoln, who was furious at him, asked subconsciously.


    "Why do you smell like a woman''s perfume? Matta, I said you really are. Do you have to clean up the follow-up when you''re messing around! Otherwise, let Aunt Mary know how bad it is!"


    "Damn, Bruce, don''t talk nonsense!"


    Looking at Matta Lincoln, who was so mad that he wanted to pounce on him to cover his mouth, Guo Shouyun smirked and deftly avoided his hands, and quickly walked across the porch to the living room. After seeing the situation in his eyes, he secretly said ''really''.

 Chapter 124： Happy birthday

    Chapter 124 Happy Birthday


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    In addition to the Lincoln family he was familiar with, sitting beside Mary Lincoln was a white girl with long black hair and a pale pink coat. Looking at the age of about twenty-three or four, his temperament is quiet and graceful, and there are some Greek characteristics in his appearance.


    "Aunt Mary, happy birthday!"


    After a quick glance, Guo Shouyun smiled and passed the gift in his hand.


    "Ah, little Bruce, you''re back. Come on, let me introduce you, this is Julia, Mata''s girlfriend!"


    "Hello, Bruce Guo, grew up with Mata!"


    "Hi, my name is Julia Lescari, and I''ve read The Da Vinci Code and National Treasure, both of which you wrote are great!"


    "thanks!"


    After the two simply shook hands and said hello, Guo Shouyun took two steps forward, opened his arms and hugged the smiling middle-aged man beside him.


    "Uncle Blair, you''re younger than the last time I saw you!"


    "Haha, happy things always make people look younger. Little Bruce, Mata already has a girlfriend, you and Catherine should hurry up."


    "Dad, today is Mom''s birthday, don''t talk about other topics!" Katherine said with a pouted mouth.


    "Alright alright!"


    Blair Lincoln shrugged and said nothing more. He is just a reminder and will not be too involved in the personal affairs of his children.


    After Matta Lincoln came in, the three men and three women each found their own topic.


    "Uncle Blair, did Gordon call back?"


    "Yeah! I called in the morning. But it''s still the same as in previous years, I don''t have time to come back!" Blair said with regret.


    "It''s always better to be involuntarily in the military camp. But the last time I talked to him on the phone, he said that there will be a week''s family leave in March next year, and then we will be able to reunite!" Guo Shouyun comforted.


    "If I say just go to Hawaii to see him, you can also travel and relax!" Matta Lincoln said on the side.


    Blair was slightly moved, "We''re leaving, who will take care of the farm?"


    "It''s simple, just let Catherine rearrange the staff! And Uncle Blair, you and Aunt Mary are both almost sixty years old. It''s time to enjoy a leisurely life after retirement!" Guo Shouyun said.


    In Bruce Chen''s memory, he also had parent-like respect for the Lincoln couple who had treated themselves as their own since childhood. So, I hope they can enjoy their old age in peace.


    "Let me discuss it with Mary!" Blair hesitated for a moment and said.


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun couldn''t persuade him any more.


    "Mata, talk about it. What''s going on? When I went to see you last time, didn''t you say you don''t have a girlfriend? It''s only been a month, and you''ve brought it home!" Guo Shouyun laughed asked.


    "Hey, didn''t you catch it at the beginning?"


    "What about now? Ready to get married?"


    Matta Lincoln nodded, "If all goes well, we''re going to have a wedding on Valentine''s Day next year!"


    Seeing the joy and happiness on his face, Guo Shouyun was sincerely happy for his friend.


    "You''re going to have a family in a blink of an eye! Congrats, congratulations!"


    "thanks!"


    "By the way, where are you planning to hold your wedding?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "I haven''t decided yet! Don''t worry, I will definitely inform you when the time comes. Besides, you will also be the best man for me!"


    "Oh Well!"


    "Blair, let the children talk, you go and prepare dinner with me!" Mary greeted on the side.


    "Okay, come right now!"


    "Aunt Mary, do you need my help?" Guo Shouyun got up and asked.


    "No, we have already prepared some in the afternoon, and Blair and I can do the rest! Oh, by the way. Catherine, take Julia to clean up the room and let them stay at night."


    "understood!"


    "Come on, it''s dinner time!"


    After explaining, Mary pulled Blair out of the living room.


    "Julia, let''s go! I''ll show you the room and tidy up!"


    The latter nodded and stood up. The two ignored Guo Shouyun and Mata and walked towards the room next to the living room on their own.


    "There are only two of us left now!" Mata spread his hands.


    "It''s a little stuffy in the house, let''s go out for a walk, I just happen to have something to tell you!"


    Matta Lincoln nodded, got up and followed Guo Shouyun out of the room.


    Seeing them, the German black back named Karl quickly followed with his tail wagging. Out of the yard is an endless green pasture. Because of the temperate oceanic climate, the San Francisco Bay Area can still provide heat and light for grass growth in winter. However, the pros and cons are that because the temperature is not too high in summer, it is not suitable for the growth of crops with high protein and sugar, such as wheat and sorghum. The whole is somewhat similar to northern England and France affected by the warm Atlantic current.


    "Remember that tree?"


    Looking in the direction of Guo Shouyun''s finger, under the afterglow of the setting sun, on the slightly raised slope, a pavilion-like oak tree appeared in Matta Lincoln''s eyes.


    "Of course! That was planted by you and me, and Katherine and Gordon. At that time, I was 12 years old, Katherine was 10 years old, you and Gordon were still 5 year old children, and they only knew how to follow me and Katherine''s ass. Run behind!" Matta Lincoln, who recalled the past, also showed a trace of reminiscence in his eyes.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, with a hint of emotion in his tone: "It''s been fifteen years in a flash, time flies so fast!"


    "As Brecht said: the most precious thing in the world is time, and the most inadvertently passing time is time!"


    "yes!"


    After nodding in agreement, Guo Shouyun walked under the tree and patted the brown bark.


    "Remember the time capsule we buried underneath?"


    "Of course I do. But now is not the time to dig it out!"


    When the four of them bought the time capsule, the agreed time was thirty years, and now it''s only halfway through.


    After finding a relatively dry place under the tree, Guo Shouyun didn''t think it was dirty and sat down directly. Matta Lincoln sat next to him. The dog named Carl also lay down beside Guo Shouyun.


    The two of them and a dog looked down at the farm, which was hidden in the setting sun not far away, with the smoke from the cooking, and occasionally accompanied by cows and sheep. An air of calm and tranquility lingered in Guo Shouyun''s heart, so that his mind of exhaustion and intrigue in the busy city was washed away.


    "Sometimes I really want to give up everything and go back to the farm to be a simple ploughman and live a peaceful life!" Matta Lincoln suddenly said.


    "Me too!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "The comfort of the farm is enviable and longing, but in contrast, I still hope to realize my ideals in life!"


    After the words fell, the two looked at each other, and the tacit understanding and sympathy from childhood to adulthood became strong again.


    "The purpose of calling me out, can you say it now?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after organizing the language, "Are you going to work hard in politics?"


    "Of course! My ideal is to one day be a great American president like Abraham Lincoln!" Matta Lincoln said with firmness in his voice and a hint of fanaticism in his expression.


    "As a friend, I can help you!"


    "Um?"


    Looking at his friend''s questioning eyes, Guo Shouyun continued: "I wonder if Catherine has told you that I have a non-profit ''Guo''s Charity Foundation''?"


    "No!"


    Matta Lincoln shook his head.


    "Okay, now you know! Are you interested in giving up your law firm job and presiding over the development of the ''Guo''s Charity Foundation'' for me?"


    "Of course I''m interested!" Matta Lincoln nodded affirmatively. In the United States, politicians are very keen to engage in charitable work, because it can not only expand their contacts, but also create a good image in front of ordinary Americans, which is particularly important for the American political circle of vote politics.


    "...But I don''t have experience in economics and management like you and Catherine, in case...!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted him with a wave of his hand, "You don''t have to worry about the operation of the foundation All you have to do is spend the funds that the foundation invests in charity every year."


    Private charitable foundations in the United States have a strict rule that they must spend 5% of their assets each year for charity. Since it was all spent, he simply used the money to make Matta Lincoln. As a close friend who grew up with him, if he can make progress in the political world, it will also be of great benefit to his future career.


    As for investment, for Guo Shouyun, who knows the future, even if Buffett wants to do it for him, he will not hand over this power.


    "It''s just that simple?" Matta Lincoln said in a slightly stunned voice.


    "Well, it''s that simple!"


    "If that''s all, you can have a lot of candidates...!"


    "Mata, of course there are many people who can be the managers of the ''Guo''s Charity Fund''. But I don''t have many friends like you!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s sincere eyes, a warm current surged in Matta Lincoln''s heart and quickly flowed through his body.


    "Thank you, Bruce! It''s a lifetime honor to have a friend like you!"


    Matta Lincoln grabbed Guo Shouyun''s arm emotionally.


    Although he was happy in his heart, Guo Shouyun shook off Mata''s hand in disgust on the surface, "Don''t be so close, it''s easy for the two big men to be misunderstood!"


    The words stabbed into Mata''s heart like lightning and wiped out his original enthusiasm. With countless black lines drooping down his forehead, the corners of his eyes twitched, Mata with a gloomy expression stared at the smiling man in front of him. After a while, he quickly stood up.


    "In order to avoid misunderstanding, I went to Julia, stay here by yourself!"


    Looking at the back of him leaving quickly, Guo Shouyun pouted, "You can''t make a joke!"


    "...Guo''s Charity Foundation is handed over to Mata, and the other one has to be hurry up!"

 Chapter 125： Ruby Technology

    Chapter 125 Ruby Technology


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    Blair and Mary''s well-prepared dinner was plentiful. After all, like today, there are not many opportunities for a family to get together neatly, so everyone cherishes it very much.


    Eating and chatting are essential topics. Because of Julia''s presence, talking about Matta''s embarrassment as a child has become a tacit topic.


    After eating almost, the theme of this evening began. With cake, candles, and a slice of ''Happy Birthday'', Mary celebrated her 58th birthday.


    After staying at the farm for one night, although Guo Shouyun wanted to enjoy a more leisurely life here, a phone call from Wendy forced him to abandon his original plan. I returned to San Francisco with Katherine, who had planned to leave the next day. As for Matta, he would stay and discuss with Blair and Mary about the date of the wedding, and where the wedding would take place. I even had to visit my future husband, I was so busy that I couldn''t get along with them.


    After delivering Catherine to the office area of ??Guo''s business, Guo Shouyun drove to the Palo Alto Rita campus. The headquarters of the newly established Ruby Technology Company is located here.


    "boss!"


    When Guo Shouyun parked the car and walked into the company''s office area, Wendy, who had been waiting here, hurriedly greeted him.


    "Go, go to the office!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun took Wendy into Keith Labos'' office.


    "Boss!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun pushing the door and entering, Case Rabos hurriedly stood up. The former executive vice president of PayPal has been transferred by Guo Shouyun since Eric Schmidt rejected his offer.


    "Wendy, go get Cadiz!"


    "Yes!"


    After Wendy turned around and went out, Guo Shouyun said a few words to Keith Rabos. It didn''t take long before Cadiz Bell, the chief technology officer of Ruby Technology, hurried in from the door.


    After beckoning and letting the two sit down opposite him, Guo Shouyun took a finger-sized black chip from Cadiz Bell and placed it in the palm of his hand to look at it for a moment.


    "This is the mobile phone system-on-a-chip that you developed?"


    "Yes, Boss!" Cadiz Bell nodded, "This is a mobile phone system-on-chip integrated with our own CDMA technology and ARM''s microarchitecture according to your request!"


    "How''s the performance?"


    "90nm process, 32-bit ARM6 single-core microarchitecture! The core frequency is 150MHz, and the baseband is our own WCDMA!"


    After listening to the data one by one, Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart. Compared with the dual-core, 22-nanometer or 28-nanometer process, integrated memory, and GPU system-on-chip in later generations, the one I am holding now is really primitive!


    "What about the cost?"


    "It depends on the market share of the chip!" Keith Rabos said, "Our chip is aimed at the international low-end market, according to the 8:20 pricing strategy. If we can sell 100,000 pieces, Then we can keep the cost at $12 and sell for $30. If we can sell 1 million, we can keep the cost at $8 and sell for $20. If we can sell 10 million, we can sell The cost is under $6, and it''s on sale for $15!"


    "In addition, we don''t need to pay Qualcomm the copyright fee for WCDMA baseband like other chip design companies, so the cost can be the same as or even lower than that of large chip design companies with their own CPUs. In addition, large companies are not too It can be seen in the low-end market with low profits. As for small and medium-sized companies, our advantage in WCDMA baseband will become the cost advantage of crushing them. Therefore, although our chips are not as functional as Texas Instruments, Freescale and other chip giants, but With the advantages of baseband, it can also occupy a place in the mobile phone chip market, especially the less wealthy third world countries!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Texas Instruments, Freescale, and Nokia can guarantee that they will get 20~30% of the profits in the chip industry. We don''t want so much, only 10% is enough! Although they can only make hard money, But as long as you have a place in the low-end market, you have a chance to breathe, and then it will naturally develop little by little. In addition, I am here to assure you that I will not take even 1 cent of the profit of Ruby Company within five years. , and the funds raised are all used for research and development, as well as the company''s expansion in the chip industry."


    Feeling Guo Shouyun''s ambitions for the chip industry, both Cadiz Bell and Keith Rabos'' eyes lit up. They all have shares in Ruby Technology. If the company can develop better, then they will naturally get more benefits. Of course, there is no reason to be unwilling.


    "Case, get ready, go to China in a week!"


    "Huaxia?"


    "Well! Among all the third world countries, China''s economic development is the fastest. The fast and wealthy people''s demand for mobile phones has increased year by year. This is a big market that we can''t give up."


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun beckoned and asked Wendy to bring over the documents he had prepared in advance.


    "This is the information of the two Huaxia mobile phone companies. You will focus on them after you arrive in Huaxia. Besides, in addition to selling chips, if they need funds, we can also invest. In short, do our best to provide convenience and be sure to win. Their chip orders!" Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    After nodding earnestly, Case took over the documents, and on their covers there were two names that Keith Rabos thought was a bit awkward: Bird, Xia Xin!


    "Boss, in case they really need investment...?" Now Ruby Technology relies on Guo Shouyun''s monthly blood transfusion of 2 million US dollars to operate normally, but there is no money for investment.


    "You don''t need to worry about this, if they really need investment, I will take care of it!"


    Bird and Amoi were both famous brands before the emergence of Huaxia smartphones, especially the slogan "Bird mobile phone, a fighter in a mobile phone" is even resounding across the country, even if Guo Shouyun still remembers it more than ten years later. Therefore, as long as you grasp the time well, this investment will not only not lose money, but will make a big profit.


    "Understood!"


    "Cadis, in the future, my monthly investment in Ruby Technology will increase to 5 million US dollars. Your R&D department has two tasks. First, continue the research on CPU. Second, establish LTE R&D department. In addition, if you think If there is a suitable R&D institution focusing on CPU or LTE, it can also be acquired. As long as the M&A fund does not exceed 20 million, I can support it!�� Guo Shouyun said.


    "Thank you boss for your support to the R&D department, but is it appropriate for the R&D department to establish the LTE communication standard? The WIMAX standard is now the most popular in the United States!"


    Of course, Guo Shouyun knows that the major communication giants in the United States are now conducting research and development in the field of WIMAX communication standards. The ITU held a special meeting and accepted WIMAX as the fourth 3G communication standard and assigned it to a global frequency.


    But unfortunately, the WIMAX technology has never been mature, and the user experience is too poor. If it exceeds 400 meters, there will be no signal, and the delay will exceed 1000 milliseconds.


    All of this determines that WIMAX is definitely a standard big hole. Guo Shouyun didn''t want the company he built with all his energy to end up with Lucent, Alcatel, and Nortel.


    "I''m not optimistic about WIMAX technology!" Guo Shouyun interrupted Cadiz Bell by waving his hand after seeing that he was about to refute him, "Cadiz, I hope you can respect my decision this time!"


    It was the first time I saw such a dignified and majestic Cadiz Bell in him. After opening his mouth, he finally nodded.


    "Boss, I respect your decision, but if the company suffers losses due to this decision in the future, I think this responsibility should be borne by you!" Cadiz Bell said with a hint of helplessness in his tone.


    "Of course, I am the company''s major shareholder!" Guo Shouyun affirmed.


    "...Okay, this meeting will be here first. As I said, prepare for yourselves!"


    After Cadiz Bell left, Guo Shouyun learned some details of the company''s operations from Keith Rabos, and did not leave with Wendy until the afternoon.


    "Boss, this is the investigation data from Huaxia about Liu Zhixing!"


    Sitting in the back seat of the car, Wendy took out a document from her briefcase and handed it over.


    "The speed is not slow!"


    After taking it over and opening his eyes, Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank.


    "I really didn''t expect it!"

 Chapter 126： 1 mans confession

    Chapter 126: A Man''s Confession


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    Matthew''s car drove steadily and stopped on the parking lot in front of the main building of Guo''s Manor at about 4 pm.


    "Now Liu Zhixing should be in the back garden, right?"


    Guo Shouyun, who was about to enter the door after getting off the car, suddenly stopped and asked.


    "Well! If there is no accident, he will read a book on the bench under the oak tree at the back of the garden from 3:30 to 5:00 every afternoon." Wendy replied.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "You take my things to the study, I''ll go see him!"


    "Okay, boss!"


    Passing through the corridor inside the main building of the villa, you will enter the garden at the back, which covers an area of ??more than two acres, either sparse or dense, and is dotted with azaleas, roses, wisterias and other kinds of vegetation.


    Standing on the steps, through the gap between the vegetation, Guo Shouyun saw Liu Zhixing sitting on a bench quietly reading a book under a leafy oak tree about fifty meters away from the left. .


    Wearing a light blue coat with eyes, his thin face looks like a sculpture from a distance, with a sense of solemnity in the silence!


    After looking around for a while, Guo Shouyun went down the steps, strode along the winding garden road that crossed the garden, and sat down on the empty seat on the bench beside Liu Zhixing.


    "Mr. Guo!"


    Sensing the movement around him, Liu Zhixing, who turned his head to look, was ready to stand up in surprise.


    "you are welcome!"


    After waving his hand to signal him to sit down, he glanced at the book he was holding, "The Economic History of the United States? Why did you remember to read this book?"


    "No special reason, I just want to know!"


    After turning the pages of the book, Liu Zhixing smiled.


    "If you want to understand a country, you must first understand its history! Especially the economic history!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun pondered for a while, "Have you considered taking another university entrance exam?"


    Liu Zhixing''s eyes changed, his body trembled involuntarily, and after a moment of silence, he calmly shook his head.


    "No, I''m quite satisfied with my life now!"


    "Really?" Taking a deep look at the thin middle-aged man in front of him, Guo Shouyun said with a sigh, "The easy life is really good, and sometimes I like it. But in comparison, I still want to Realize your ideals in life. Also, I think when you ventured to the United States, you definitely didn''t intend to come here to hang out?"


    A wisp of complexity flashed in Liu Zhixing''s eyes. Although he still didn''t speak, the look on his face couldn''t deceive anyone.


    "Can you tell me about your past?"


    "before?"


    Turning his head to look into the distance, Liu Zhixing''s face showed a trace of memory, a trace of confusion, and endless regret and sadness!


    "It''s the ''before'' after you were admitted to Beijing University in 1986!" Guo Shouyun said with emphasis.


    "You know it all?"


    Liu Zhixing''s tone trembled.


    "I know a little bit. But I still want to hear it from your own mouth!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    Liu Zhixing''s body trembled slightly, and it didn''t ease until he took a deep breath. But the remorse and sadness on the body are even stronger.


    After brewing for a long time, just when Guo Shouyun thought he couldn''t get the answer, Liu Zhixing''s low tone echoed in his ears.


    "My hometown is Tangshan, Huaxia-Hebei Province. The 1976 earthquake destroyed my home and also made me lose my parents. Later, my grandparents took me to the capital, and there was a man next door to my house with me. The girl of the same age is called Yang Xiyue!"


    When mentioning this name, Guo Shouyun could hear the deep love in his tone!


    "...Maybe it''s God''s arrangement. We are all in the same class in elementary school, junior high school, and high school, and in most cases we are at the same table. Moreover, we are the top two in the class every time we take an exam. In Huaxia''s educational concept In the school, students who study well will always be favored by the teacher. Therefore, because we compete with each other in learning, appreciate each other and then have puppy love, the teacher also ''turns a blind eye''. Later, we took the test at the same time. Went to the same college. We were already talking about getting us engaged by then!"


    "...The family is right, and Lang Youqing and concubine are interested. At that time, we were envied by our neighbors and even our classmates. The smoothness of love also promoted my studies. As a sophomore, I not only got good grades, but also was in school. Vice-President of the Student Union. If there is no accident, I will be elected as the chairman, and I will graduate for graduate school and Ph.D.


    The warm tone suddenly turned heavy, and Liu Zhixing, whose body was shaking, suddenly stopped. After adjusting for a long time, I listened to him continue: "But I answered that sentence: Unpredictable things happen in the sky, and people have good fortune. With China''s reform and opening up, the prosperous life abroad, advanced science and technology, have just opened the door of the country. We have brought an unimaginable and violent impact. The strong contrast has made everyone doubt: Are the ideas and beliefs we once adhered to before wrong? This kind of doubt, as more and more reports about foreign countries, also It''s getting stronger and stronger. When this suspicion reached its peak, the 86-year-old school wave broke out!"


    "...But at that time, I had just entered the gate of the university, and my understanding of the outside world was still ignorant. So it was not affected until three years later...!"


    Guo Shouyun never experienced the political turmoil in 1989, but he heard a lot.


    "I participated in the movement in front of Tian''an ~ Gate. Then... I was expelled from the school!" The heavy words revealed the depression in Liu Zhixing''s heart, "Without a degree or diploma, the worst thing is to record what happened in 1989 My profile! In that era when state-owned enterprises dominated, this almost cut off all my ascending channels. I couldn''t find any decent work except for the physical work of farming, building toilets, and cleaning. I was not reconciled, I''m not reconciled. Thinking about how I used to be liked by my teachers and envied by my classmates, but now I''ve been reduced to cleaning the toilet with a group of rude women? This drastic gap has destroyed all my self-confidence and pride. , After being ridiculed many times for half a year, I was completely desperate. I used alcohol to relieve my worries all day long, at that time I was like a useless cripple! "


    Liu Zhixing''s tone revealed infinite hatred for himself.


    "...At that time, no one wanted to be with me except my grandparents and Xiyue. Especially Xiyue, she ignored her family''s objections and insisted on marrying me! But at that time, I was full of anger towards society. , I can realize how precious this kind of affection is!"


    Two lines of turbid tears filled with remorse slowly flowed down the corners of Liu Zhixing''s eyes.


    "...At that time, our family was all supported by Xiyue''s salary. Grandma passed away in 1993, we had children in 1995, and grandpa also left in 1996. But I was still confused at that time." Liu Zhixing tried his best to calm down before continuing, "In the 1990s, there was a fever for going abroad, and Xiyue, who knew that I had no chance at home, wanted me to change my environment. So, she worked hard to get into the State University of New York at Stony Brook, and then resigned. I got a job and brought my family to America."


    "It''s a pity that God didn''t open his eyes. Not long after we arrived in the United States, Xiyue was diagnosed with uterine cancer during a physical examination at the school!" Liu Zhixing''s tone and body trembled violently, tears of remorse in his eyes flowed like a river burst.


    Guo Shouyun felt his endless sadness and regret. In fact, he had never seen a man cry so heartily in his two lifetimes! The heart-piercing, deep-seated sadness made Guo Shouyun turn his head and couldn''t bear to look again. He was afraid that he could not bear it!


    The boy doesn''t cry easily, just because he hasn''t reached the sad place!


    Liu Zhixing, who had been depressed for too long, was too bitter, and was too tired, did not slowly calm down until a quarter of an hour passed.


    Looking at his red and swollen eyes, Guo Shouyun took out a tissue and handed it over.


    "Wipe it!"


    "Thank you!" He took it with a sob and wiped the tears from his face, "Two years later, Xiyue left, I regret it. It''s a pity that she will never come back. I take her last words with me~www.novelhall .com~ I left New York and came to Seattle sadly! I met you after half a year!"


    After a pause, he calmed down again, "This is my story, a coward''s story. You must despise me at this moment, right? But it''s normal, even I despise myself!"


    Looking at Liu Zhixing who was full of ridicule, Guo Shouyun said solemnly: "I do despise you, you don''t have the responsibility of a man."


    "Yeah! I''m not worthy of being a man! What kind of man am I? I''ve lost all the faces of Chinese men!" Liu Zhixing said with a miserable smile.


    "So, are you going to continue to lose the face of our Chinese men, or are you going to change the status quo and set an example of a good father for Nannan?"


    "Of course I want to set an example for nan-nan, but I...!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand to interrupt his excited words, "You are only 32 years old now, and you still have a lot of time to struggle and change your status quo. So, if you really want to be worthy of your wife, be worthy of her more than ten years of work. If it''s hard, let''s change it from now on!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun stood up.


    "I have already prepared your investment immigration qualification for you, and you can get your green card in two days at most. How you choose next is up to you." After that, Guo Shouyun took two steps forward. After hesitating for a while, he stopped again, but he did not turn around.


    "If you want, I can help you apply for a university, and you can also go to my company for an internship in the middle."


    After finishing speaking, Guo Shouyun walked towards the villa in front of him.


    Looking at his tall and straight back, Liu Zhixing stared at him for a long time before muttering to himself, "Thank you!"


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 Chapter 127： Jinse

    Chapter 127 Jinse


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    Guo Shouyun, who put down his brush, ''patta'', looked at his handwriting.


    "Wendy, do you think my calligraphy has improved?"


    After Wendy stored the water in the cup, she looked at the paper on the table with her pretty eyes, "Jinse has fifty strings for no reason, one string and one pillar contemplate the Chinese New Year. The bead has tears, the blue field is warm and the jade is smoke. This feeling can be reminisced, but at that time...! Boss, what do you mean by this word?"


    "desolate!"


    "It''s just that it was lost at the time!"


    "Wendy, it seems that your Chinese proficiency is already very good!" Guo Shouyun praised.


    "Hee hee, thank you! But I can only read but I don''t know the meaning of this poem!" Wendy frowned.


    "Take your time. The extent to which you can master Chinese within a year is beyond my expectations!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked at the famous book "Jinse" by Li Shangyin he had just finished. After a while, "Has Liu Zhixing''s green card been sent to him?"


    "Well, it''s already been delivered!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Have you booked your flight to Athens?"


    "It''s booked. From San Francisco to Athens tomorrow morning at nine o''clock! The hotel has reserved the Hilton Presidential Suite for you."


    "Not bad! Wendy, after I leave, the house will be handed over to you. Remember to call me if you have anything." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "I...!...Tingling!"


    Wendy was about to speak when the phone on the table suddenly rang. Although she was a little unwilling and annoyed, she finally picked it up quickly on duty.


    "Boss, your Stanford classmate Cheng Tinghua is here!"


    "Is Cheng Tinghua?" After thinking for a while, he quickly ordered, "Let someone take them to the reception room on the first floor, and then you will entertain me first. I''ll get ready and go down soon after changing clothes!"


    After nodding and looking at him hesitantly, Wendy Solo pushed the door and walked out.


    Standing in the study, after thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun opened the safe, took out a document and glanced at it, then closed the safe and left the study with the document.


    "Why is she here too?"


    Guo Shouyun, who just opened the door and came in, saw that he was sitting on the sofa, sipping coffee leisurely, and looked at the **** women around him with interest, frowning slightly.


    "Bruce!"


    Cheng Tinghua stood up with joy when he heard the door open.


    "Jerry, welcome to my guest!"


    After striding over, Guo Shouyun stretched out his right hand towards him with a smile on his face.


    "Haha, I''ve long wanted to come to your magnificent Guo''s Manor as a guest, but there are so many things, I haven''t gotten rid of my body and waited until now!"


    "Mr. Guo, we meet again!"


    Looking at Yao Qianqian, who was wearing a dark purple floral cheongsam with a slender waist, Guo Shouyun said with a smile, "Miss Yao can come, it really makes the humble house shine!"


    "Hee hee!" Yao Qianqian covered her mouth with a smile, and glanced at the blond girl with a taut face and a hostile look in her eyes, "Mr. Guo really likes to joke, if you are here, you are considered a poor house. , isn''t our home a beggar''s den? Besides, it''s no wonder that Mr. Guo didn''t lie to the little girl last time, it turned out that Jiao''e was hidden in the golden house!"


    "Miss Yao is exaggerating!" After simply touching the plain hand outstretched by the other party, "You two, please sit down! ... Wendy, go and fetch my Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee, Jerry and Miss Yao. But a rare honored guest, we can''t neglect it!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    After agreeing, Wendy gave Yao Qianqian a hostile look before turning around and going out.


    "Bruce, don''t bother!"


    "It''s okay! It''ll be fine soon!" He waved his hand and glanced over the two of them quickly, "Jerry, if I''m not mistaken, you''re here for what happened last time, right?"


    Cheng Tinghua nodded, "We have seriously discussed your original proposal these days, and we feel that the real estate industry is indeed a good opportunity. So we decided to invest in it."


    "Right decision! ... How much have you raised now?"


    "$11.5 million!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    Land developers in the US real estate industry use 20-40% of their own funds to develop a piece of land, and bank loans are the rest. $11.5 million isn''t much, but it''s enough to start with. Moreover, with Cheng Tinghua''s family background, it is not difficult to get a higher proportion of bank loans.


    Facing the eyes of the two, thinking of his original decision, Guo Shouyun said, "How much do you want me to vote for?"


    "Of course we hope to raise more funds at the beginning. However, how much to invest depends on your own decision, Bruce!" Despite this, Cheng Tinghua and Qin Xiao decided not to let Guo Shouyun''s shares Over 30%!


    30% is a threshold for any company. Once it exceeds it, it means becoming a major shareholder of the company and can easily get the decision-making power of the company. Although Qin Xiao and Cheng Tinghua wanted to deepen their relationship with Guo Shouyun through the interests of this real estate company, they never thought about giving up the decision-making power of the company when they were not familiar with each other.


    Fortunately, Guo Shouyun never thought of entering the real estate industry. The reason why he made this suggestion was just to help everyone because they belonged to Chinese. Of course, diverting their attention to LinkedIn and not wanting to hurt each other''s harmony is also one of the reasons.


    "If that''s the case, I''ll put in $2 million!" Guo Shouyun said after a little consideration.


    The US$2 million only accounted for 14.8% of the company''s total investment, but it was negotiated with them, and the number of shares most suitable for Guo Shouyun was not much different.


    But even though he was satisfied, Cheng Tinghua still wanted to invite him again because of the traditional Chinese habits.


    "Bruce, why don''t you think about it again? $2 million isn''t much to you!"


    "No, I''m just a member of the group. $2 million is enough!" Guo Shouyun is not blind, how could he not see the rejection in Cheng Tinghua''s eyes. Moreover, he also has no interest in the real estate industry in the United States, and the profit value is too low! Compared with this, he might as well play CDO, at least that worry is less, and the profit value is higher.


    "Okay! If that''s the case, then I won''t force it! In addition, I will bring the official equity documents to you after the company''s registration is completed!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Boss, coffee is ready!"


    After Wendy put down the tray, Guo Shouyun picked up the coffee pot and exchanged two coffee cups for the two of them before filling it up.


    "Try it, the taste of authentic Jamaican Blue Mountain is still good!"


    "Then I''m welcome!"


    Cheng Tinghua raised the coffee cup with a smile, and the three gestured to each other and took a sip.


    "The taste is really good, much more mellow than ordinary coffee!" Cheng Tinghua said.


    "Don''t you usually like to drink tea? When did you study coffee!" After Yao Qianqian glanced at him, she dismantled the platform without hesitation.


    With an embarrassed smile, "Although I don''t usually drink much coffee, I can still taste the good or bad!" After a pause, it was inevitable that Yao Qianqian would embarrass himself again, so Cheng Tinghua quickly changed the subject.


    "Bruce, although the company has not been registered yet, you are also a shareholder of the company. Do you have any good advice for real estate investment?"


    "I don''t know much about real estate. But I think low-end products with good environment, public security, education, and transportation are definitely welcome!"


    "Mr. Guo, I think your answer is sorry for your identity." Yao Qianqian said with a smile on her lips.


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, he could hear the faint dissatisfaction in the other party''s words, but it was so-called. He didn''t know much about real estate. What I just said was indeed a general statement. Anyone who wants to buy a house on the street can be more detailed than he can.


    "Isn''t this normal? After all, I''m not a god, so it''s impossible to know everything about every industry!"


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun turned to look at Cheng Tinghua, "Jerry, is Ling Zun the founder of Panda Express?"


    Cheng Tinghua is not surprised that Guo Shouyun knows his family background. After all, this is not a secret, as long as you have the heart, you can find it That''s right! "


    "I have a cooperation agreement here, I hope you can submit it to him!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun handed over the materials he brought over.


    After taking a brief glance at the cover, "Can I see it?"


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Since he planned to let Cheng Tinghua help him transfer it, he naturally did not intend to hide the other party.


    While he was flipping through the materials, Guo Shouyun picked up the coffee and drank it silently. At this time, Yao Qianqian, who was sitting next to him, glanced at him and didn''t mean to speak. She came here this time just to help Cheng Tinghua. Now that their investment has been negotiated, she has nothing to do with her.


    After a brief silence for four or five minutes, Cheng Tinghua closed the documents and took a deep look at Guo Shouyun next to him, "I will transfer it for you. But my father lives in Los Angeles, so there will be some delay in between!"


    "It doesn''t matter. I happen to be going abroad for a while. When I come back, I will visit Ling Zun!"


    Cheng Tinghua nodded, "Then I will take this document with me?"


    "Yeah!" Guo Shouyun stood up after nodding, "It''s rare that you can come to my house. If you are interested, I can show you around!"


    "certainly!"


    "I also want to see what the big capitalist''s mansion looks like!" Yao Qianqian stood up and said excitedly.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and took the two of them around his house in person, and then left them after lunch before sending them away.


    After calling in the afternoon to explain some company affairs, and handing over the family affairs to Wendy, he took Matthew and left San Francisco by plane the next day.


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 Chapter 128： Athens Tour (Part 1)

    Chapter 128: A Trip to Athens (Part 1)


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    Athens, the capital of Greece, is also the largest city on the Apennine Peninsula. As a famous cultural city with a history of 3,000 years, it has produced the earliest democratic system in Western history, nurtured a large number of historical greats such as Socrates and Plato, and therefore has the reputation of "the cradle of Western civilization".


    There is no need to go into details here about the rich history of Athens. Guo Shouyun is not concerned about these, after all, Huaxia has a much thicker history than here.


    After coming out of the airport, looking at the light rain outside, Guo Shouyun was welcomed by the local subtropical monsoon climate for the first time, and his happy mood was not affected by the bad weather.


    He came to the Hilton Hotel and handed over the check-in to Matthew. After the waiter led him to the presidential suite he had booked in advance, he couldn''t wait to pick up his mobile phone to find Molly Bevin''s number and dial it.


    "Dear, have you boarded?"


    After the call was connected, Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    "Bruce, have you arrived in Athens?"


    Molly Bevan''s gentle voice came from it.


    "Well! I''ve already booked the hotel. After you come, I''ll have someone pick you up at the airport."


    "No! I''ve found a place to live!"


    "What? Did you find a place to live? Where is it?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "It''s my college classmate''s home, she''s from Athens. After this sketch was over, knowing that I was going to meet you in Athens, she warmly invited me to be a guest at her house. I planned to tell you in advance, but your phone number Can''t get through."


    Before he was on the plane, the phone had been turned off long ago, and of course it couldn''t get through.


    "Is your college classmate male or female?" Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but asked jealously.


    "Of course it''s a girl!"


    "It''s almost there!"


    Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. When it comes to the woman they love, no man has a big belly.


    "You bastard, really!"


    Molly Bevan, who was complaining, still felt sweet in her heart in the face of her lover''s concern.


    "Okay, okay! Molly, I''ve booked a room at the hotel now, tell me the address, and I''ll send someone to pick you up!"


    "Why don''t you tell me the hotel name and room number, and I''ll find you! After all, it''s your first time here in Athens, and you''re too unfamiliar with everything here!"


    After listening to it, Guo Shouyun was a little hesitant. After all, there is no GPS these days, let alone Google Maps.


    "I''ll go pick you up, I don''t worry about you alone!"


    "But��!"


    "Okay, Molly. Don''t argue with me. I''ll just ask the hotel''s professional driver to take me there. I think he must be familiar with Athens!"


    "Okay, I''m...!"


    After remembering the address, Guo Shouyun said, "Just a moment, I''ll be there soon."


    Hang up, "Matthew?"


    "boss!"


    "Have you completed the check-in procedure?"


    "It''s all done!"


    After a brief glance, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Come on, come out with me!"


    Matthew Bloom nodded and walked out behind Guo Shouyun.


    As a guest of the Hilton Presidential Suite in the five-star hotel, Guo Shouyun''s service is undoubtedly the top here, including a Rolls-Royce and a full-time driver.


    "Sir, where are you going?"


    The driver in uniform asked respectfully.


    "Glyfada 9866!"


    "Okay, please take a seat! We''ll be there in about half an hour."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after the driver started the car and hit the road, a flash of thought flashed in his eyes, "Sir, what''s your name?"


    "Nikola Ferroman, you may call me Nikola or Ferroman, sir!"


    "Okay, Mr. Ferroman, this is the first time I''ve come to Athens, and I''m relatively unfamiliar with it. Can you recommend anything interesting in Athens? Of course, I''m referring to the Acropolis, the Parthenon, A great place to go beyond the well-known sights of the Aegean!��


    "The flea market in Monastiraki is good. There are the most abundant commodities in Athens. Many people who come to Athens will choose to go there to find treasures!"


    "Is there anything else?" Guo Shouyun nodded and asked.


    "The Shipwreck Bay in the east of Zakynthos Island, although the transportation there is not too convenient, is the most beautiful place in the Aegean Sea."


    "Shipwreck Bay?"


    After writing down the name, Guo Shouyun said again: "Mr. Ferroman, are you familiar with Glyfada?"


    ��Of course! Any Athenian knows that Glyfada and Vola are the wealthy districts of Athens. The properties are big and beautiful, with a very high level of greenery. And in the center of Glyfada there are many high-end brands. The restaurant. High-end bars and restaurants gather food, from Greek Mediterranean cuisine to Italian cuisine to French cuisine. Every lunch and dinner time, it will be full of diners and lively. In addition, Glyfada is also Attica The region''s main seaside resort, with stunning beaches and a coastline that stretches down to Cape Sounion����


    Looking at Nikola Ferroman, whose voice was full of excitement, Guo Shouyun wondered if this guy had received special training to sell their tourist attractions to tourists visiting Athens to develop the tourism industry here. ?


    About half an hour passed in the question and answer between the two. Through this Mr. Ferroman, Guo Shouyun can be considered to have a deeper understanding of Athens.


    "Sir, here we are!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, rolled down the car window and looked at the villa hidden in the trees not far away, two floors up and down, occupying quite a lot of space.


    "Boss, do you need me to call the door?"


    "Wait a minute, I''ll call and talk!"


    After finding Molly''s phone and dialing, "Honey, I''m here!"


    "arrive?"


    "Well! If you told me that 9866 Glyfada was fine, I''d be at the door by now."


    "Wait a second, I''ll go find you right away!"


    "Okay, I''ll wait for you!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun pushed open the car door and walked out. Seeing this, Matthew quickly followed. The two came to the main entrance of the villa together.


    It didn''t take long before Guo Shouyun heard cluttered footsteps from far to near, but it didn''t sound like a person.


    "Crack...!"


    With the sound that was not too harsh, the thick solid wood door with olive embossed on the log-colored surface that was originally closed was slowly pushed open. Immediately afterwards, a beautiful woman with long hair and shawl with delicate features, wearing a blue coat, black leggings and white sneakers on the bottom, tall and tall, with a look of joy and anticipation, appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Molly!"


    Seeing that the sweetheart he was thinking about appeared in front of him again after nearly three months, Guo Shouyun could no longer restrain the thoughts in his heart, stepped forward, and hugged him tightly into his arms.


    Feeling the love ~ Lang''s nostalgia and longing for himself, Molly Bevin, who was still worried about having outsiders beside him, and who couldn''t let go, also gave up the struggle. While letting Guo Shouyun hold her, she involuntarily raised her lotus arms and wrapped her arms around the waist of the man who made her decide to entrust her body and mind!


    The two people''s silent love is better than the sound, and they really fed a large bag of dog food to the people around them.


    Even someone like Matthew who was once married couldn''t help but envy.


    "uh-huh��?"


    The deliberately pretentious voice awakened the silent tenderness of the cross-necked mandarin ducks. While letting the shy Molly struggle out of her arms, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but look at the initiator.


    Soon, a young girl wearing a yellow coat, with black hair and a slightly rounded face with a scrutiny, appeared in his eyes.


    "Bruce, I''m here to introduce you. This is Olivia Eisley, my classmate at the Royal Academy of Arts! ... Olivia, this is Bruce, my boyfriend!" Molly Bevan There was shyness in his voice.


    Guo Shouyun was very happy to hear that she finally admitted her identity in front of outsiders. Most of the unpleasantness that the two people''s warmth was interrupted just now disappeared.


    "Hi, nice to meet you!"


    Glancing at the palm stretched out in front of her, Olivia Eisley looked up at Guo Shouyun and said, "I didn''t expect that the most beautiful rose in our academy, all the male classmates, even the dream lover including the teacher, would be caught You picked it up! Even though I''m a girl, I''m a little jealous of your luck!"


    Saying that, she raised her hand and shook Guo Shouyun.


    "Thank you! I can interpret your words as a compliment!"


    "That''s right!" Olivia Eisley waved her hand casually, "However, although you are Molly''s boyfriend, she will stay at my house tonight, after all, she is the guest I invited. Also, my parents prepared a sumptuous dinner for Molly."


    When the words fell, Olivia took Molly Bevan''s jade hand and walked inside. After the beauty gave Guo Shouyun a helpless look, she was pulled away by her girlfriend. Seeing this, Guo Shouyun frowned, and instantly decided to follow. Before seeing the family and making a basic judgment, he would not be at ease letting Molly Bevin live here.


    "This guy is so thick-skinned, I haven''t invited him in yet!"


    Hearing footsteps coming from behind, Olivia Eisley muttered.


    "Olivia, Bruce is a very good person. It''s just the first time you met, and you don''t know much about him!"


    "Oh, you have already started to maintain it before you get married? ... Sigh, I''m really sorry for Louis and William, the goddess who has been thinking about it all the time, and now it''s being snatched by other men."


    "What nonsense are you talking about, I don''t teach you a lesson!"


    Molly Bevan, with her pretty face flushed, stretched out her hands to her best friend''s armpit.


    "Okay, you are serious. Since that''s the case, I''m welcome."


    "Ah, where are you touching...!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly, looking at the two people in front of them who were fighting and laughing together. Turning his eyes, he simply looked around the lawn and courtyard in front of the villa, and followed the two into the villa. After hearing the movement, two middle-aged men and women dressed in extravagance and majesty in the living room stood up.


    Seeing that her best friend didn''t mean to introduce her boyfriend at all, Molly Bevan had no choice but to say: "Uncle Rick, Aunt India, this is my boyfriend Bruce!"


    "Bruce Guo, it''s nice to meet you!" Guo Shouyun smiled and calmly extended his right hand to the middle-aged man in front.


    After the two couples exchanged a quick glance, "Hello, nice to meet you."


    "Welcome to Ashley''s house!" India Ashley smiled while shaking hands with Guo Shouyun behind her husband.


    "Thank you, I''m honored!"


    "Who is this��?"


    Rick Eisley looked behind Guo Shouyun.


    "Oh, his name is Matthew Bloom!"


    "I''m the boss'' bodyguard!"


    Matthew spoke suddenly.


    Rick Ashley''s eyes flashed and he smiled: "Welcome to Ashley''s house!"


    "thanks!"


    Matthew nodded and muttered.


    "Rick, please sit down," Mrs. Asley reminded.


    "Oh, that''s right. I would have been rude if you hadn''t reminded me! ... Come on, everyone, please take a seat!"


    Under his greeting, everyone took their seats. However, Matthew stood stubbornly behind Guo Shouyun. This upright man was loyal to his duties at all times.


    "Everyone, is there anything you want to drink?" Mrs Asley said with a smile.


    "Mom, I want a glass of lemonade!"


    "I knew you would want this!" After cursing with a friendly smile, her eyes shifted to Guo Shouyun and Molly Bevin who were sitting together Auntie, I''m not thirsty, don''t bother ! "


    Molly Bevan said quickly.


    "It''s just a drink! ... Oh, remembering that, little Molly likes to drink juice, so let''s have a glass of freshly squeezed strawberry juice, which I just bought from the Bamo market this morning."


    After noticing that the other party''s eyes shifted to himself, Guo Shouyun was not overly polite, "Thank you for a cup of coffee!"


    "Okay!" Mrs Asley nodded and looked at her husband, "Rick, do you still have a cup of black tea?"


    "certainly!"


    The two looked at each other intimately and smiled. After spreading a wave of dog food, Mrs. Asley continued: "Okay, you all sit first, I''ll go get you some drinks!"


    In the sound of everyone''s thanks, Mrs. Asley led the servant into the kitchen next to her.


    "Bruce... By the way, may I call you that?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Bruce, are you British too?"


    "No, I''m Chinese American!"


    "Oh? Then how did you meet Molly?" Rick Asley asked curiously.


    "Molly''s father opened a fan bar in Exeter, and I went to drink just in time for her summer vacation, so we got to know each other!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Are you a fan?"


    Rick Asley said with interest.


    "Just barely!"


    Although he liked watching football in his last life, he has been busy with his career in this life, and he has rarely paid attention to the five major European leagues.


    "Yes, yes, no, no, what is reluctance?"


    Olivia Eisley pouted in disdain.


    Guo Shouyun was helpless in his heart, this Molly''s best friend seemed to be in conflict with him naturally!

 Chapter 129： Athens Tour (middle)

    Chapter 129: A Trip to Athens (Part 2)


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    "Olivia, Bruce is our guest!"


    The dissatisfaction of the father and the obstruction of the best friend around him made Overia Ashley swallow the rest of the words. .The fastest update access:����.79XS.�㧰��. Of course, she didn''t have any bad intentions towards Guo Shouyun, she just wanted to test his truth.


    After all, she is also curious, what kind of person is the guy who can overwhelm the many good-looking gentlemen and handsome men with good family background and good conditions at the Royal Academy of Arts and the surrounding universities, and win the heart of Molly Bevan? !


    "Bruce, what do you do?" Rick Asley changed the subject.


    "I''m a writer and also do some business ventures!"


    After a quick thought in his heart, Guo Shouyun replied.


    "Writer?" Rick Eisley continued with interest. "Can you tell me about your work? Maybe I''ve read it!"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "Pirates of the Caribbean, National Treasure, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Fast and Furious...!"


    "Wait, you wrote Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them?" Olivia interrupted.


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    After Olivia looked at him suspiciously and surprised, she turned to her friend who was sitting beside her, her eyes full of inquiries.


    "Bruce''s pseudonym is Dongren. Apart from Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, The Da Vinci Code you like to watch is also his work!" Molly Bevan raised her chin slightly and said proudly.


    She has already publicly acknowledged the relationship between the two men''s "girlfriend" friends, and naturally regards the interests of the two as one, so her boyfriend''s admirable achievements also make her feel honored.


    "I can''t tell, you''re still such a powerful guy!" Olivia Eisley''s surprised eyes were placed on Guo Shouyun again.


    "Sorry to interrupt. From what you just talked about, Bruce''s work should be very popular. But why haven''t I seen it in Greece?" Rick Eisley asked curiously.


    His words fully reflect the difference in the way of ''communication'' between the East and the West. In the East, words that would damage the face of the guests are rarely spoken so directly.


    "Mr. Eisley, this is not surprising. The ''Thorn Birds'' company responsible for publishing my novel has not yet opened up the Greek publishing market!" Guo Shouyun replied.


    After more than half a year of development, thanks to Guo Shouyun''s super high income from more than a dozen novels in a row, the development speed of Thorn Bird Company can be described as super fast.


    However, there is a lack of accumulation, so the current Thorn Bird Publishing Company has only just completed the layout of major English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and New Zealand. As for the European continent, it only involves Germany, France and the Netherlands for the time being. The economy is only a second-rate country in Europe, but in Greece, which has perfect publishing laws, I am afraid that Guo Shouyun''s novels will not go on sale until next year.


    "I see, but why didn''t you find a well-known publishing company at that time? Penguin Landon or Pearson are very good choices!" Rick Eisley asked curiously.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t want to say it at first, but since the other party has asked here, he no longer hides it.


    "I am the major shareholder of Thorn Bird Publishing Company!"


    Rick Asley was taken aback.


    "Bruce, it seems that you are not only an excellent writer, but also a shrewd businessman!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, and the humility in his bones came out again.


    "I don''t dare to be ''shrewd''. Now I have just entered the business world and I am still in the learning stage."


    "Everyone, your drinks are ready!"


    Just then, Mrs. Asley came over with a tray.


    "Bruce, your coffee!"


    "thanks!"


    "Little Molly, your juice!"


    "Thank you, Mrs Asley!"


    "You''re always so polite. Didn''t I tell you, it''s like being at home here!" Mrs. Asley said with intimacy in her tone.


    "Mom, I''m jealous of you doing this again. Am I your ''daughter'' daughter or Molly''s your ''daughter'' daughter!" Olivia pretended to be dissatisfied.


    "Of course you''re my ''daughter'', but I prefer Molly!" Mrs Asley laughed as she put the lemon juice on the table in front of Olivia.


    "Molly, I regret bringing you to my house in the first place. Now my mother has been taken away by you!"


    "Then I''ll go. Bruce has already booked the hotel anyway!" Molly Bevan countered with a smile.


    "That won''t do. As your best college classmate and best friend, I can''t let you be deceived by other bad men! If you want to be with you, you must first pass the test of my best friend!"


    Noticing Olivia''s provocative eyes when looking at him, Guo Shouyun understood that his trip to Greece this time, I am afraid there will be an extra light bulb larger than Al Bevin.


    "By the way, Al Bevan!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun''s eyes lit up, looking at Olivia next to him, he had an idea in his heart.


    "Speaking of which, a ''woman'' like Olivia should be considered an appetite for Al Bevan."


    "Why do you see me like that? I''m not Molly, and I won''t fall for you."


    After noticing Guo Shouyun''s eyes, Olivia immediately stared fiercely.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun really wanted to say: ''You worry too much, a tigress like you is not my food''. However, considering that this is a guest at someone''s house and there are other people''s parents next to him, he is not too outrageous, and after shaking his head, "It''s nothing! It''s you who cares!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun decisively changed the subject without giving the other party a chance to refute.


    "Mr. Asley, do you like football too?"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the club family portrait poster posted on the right wall of the living room. Although it was difficult to see who was on it because of the distance, it was definitely a football team. And there are quite a few of these posters.


    "My dad is the owner of Olympiacos!"


    Olivia, who was held back by Guo Shouyun, immediately answered proudly.


    Seeing his surprised expression, Rick Eisley smiled and nodded.


    "It was a surprise. Olympiacos are a brilliant team!"


    Having said that, Guo Shouyun doesn''t know much about Olympiacos. The reason why I know it is thanks to seeing the name of Olympiacos in it when I gambled through the Champions Cup this year. Although it did not enter the top sixteen, the team that can play the Champions Cup is definitely the best in their respective leagues!


    "Thank you! ... Three days later, there will be a derby between Olympiacos and Panathinaikos. If you are interested, Bruce, you can come and watch it."


    "Of course I''m interested!" Guo Shouyun said immediately.


    More than interested, simply too interested.


    "It''s easier to convince Al Bevan to bring a pillow when you''re really drowsy."


    As for whether Olivia has a boyfriend, that''s not in his consideration. All he thought about now was how to turn off the light bulb, and then happily enjoy the rare two-person world with Molly Bevan.


    "Then I''ll ask Olivia to give you the tickets!" Rick Asley said.


    After a pause, he turned to look at his wife, "India, it''s almost time. Are you going to prepare dinner?"


    "Thanks for your reminder, otherwise I almost forgot!"


    Seeing that it was approaching six o''clock in the afternoon, Mrs. Eisley quickly stood up.


    "Rick, chat with them, and I''ll prepare dinner!"


    "Hmm! Make it richer!"


    "Of course! ... Bruce, little Molly, what do you like to eat?" Mrs. Asley turned her head and asked.


    "I''m free, Molly likes to eat vegetarian food!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Molly Bevan nodded in agreement.


    "Got it! By the way, Olivia. Give your brother a call to see if he has time to come back at night?" After speaking, Mrs. Asley turned around and walked towards the kitchen with the servant.


    Olivia, who agreed, took out her mobile phone from her pocket, made a quick call, and hung up after a few quick questions.


    "Mom, Mani said he''s in Rome now and won''t be back until tomorrow!" Olivia shouted to the kitchen already.


    "understood!"


    After hearing the sound from the kitchen, Olivia stood up.


    "Molly, let''s go. I''ll take you upstairs to see your room for the night and tidy up!"


    "But��!"


    Before Molly could finish her hesitant words, she was interrupted by Olivia.


    "Oh, don''t be so bad! As the best best friend, if I let you stay in a hotel in Athens, wouldn''t it seem that our Ashley family is too uneducated!"


    Hearing this, Rick Asley, the head of the Asley family, nodded in agreement.


    "Molly, stay with us while you''re in Athens."


    "This...!" Molly Bevan glanced at Guo Shouyun next to him with hesitation in her heart Rick Asley, as an elder, the invitation he personally issued was obviously not like Olivia''s Good rejection.


    Looking at his lover''s hesitant eyes, Guo Shouyun, who didn''t want to embarrass her too much, was reluctant, but he could only nod in agreement.


    "Since Mr. Asley sincerely invited you, you can stay here temporarily. I''ll pick you up tomorrow!"


    His words finally let Molly Bevan breathe a sigh of relief. It''s just that I feel a little owed to my boyfriend who has traveled all the way to Athens.


    "Okay, you see things are resolved, let''s go!"


    After glaring at Guo Shouyun with eyes full of victory, Olivia took Molly Bevan briskly and walked upstairs.


    The corners of Guo Shouyun''s eyes jumped, and he pressed the decision in his heart to get Al Bevan from New York as soon as possible. If successful, he would be able to reduce two light bulbs at once. This is a rare efficiency.


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 Chapter 130： Athens Tour (Part 2)

    Chapter 130 A Trip to Athens (Part 2)


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    "Bruce, don''t mind. Olivia''s personality has been accustomed to since she was a child. However, she has no malice!"


    "Mr. Asley, I understand! It''s just that the two-person world between me and Molly is probably in ruins!" Guo Shouyun said with a wry smile.


    "Hehe. It depends on your intelligence. Also, since you''re Molly''s boyfriend, call me uncle like him. Of course, if you don''t mind!"


    "Uncle Rick!"


    A happy smile appeared on Rick Eisley''s face, "Since you like football, let me show you the glorious record of our Olympiacos team. ... From its establishment in 1925 to the present, we have won a total of 34 Greek First Division Champion, 19-time Greek Cup champion, and the year before we reached the quarter-finals of the Champions League, if not for bad luck and a last-minute equalizer by Juventus, we would have reached the Champions League semi-finals��!��


    In his ramble and full of pride, Guo Shouyun had a general understanding of the past of Olympiacos.


    In Greece, the second-tier European league, Olympiacos is a well-deserved giant. Probably similar to the roles of Manchester United in the Premier League, Real Madrid in La Liga and AC Milan in Serie A. Regardless of their strength or influence, they are not bad in the European leagues as a whole, and they can often perform well in the three major European cups.


    In Rick Eisley''s introduction, Guo Shouyun listened very carefully. Of course, he didn''t do it for himself.


    After waiting for an hour or so after the other party''s eloquent introduction, it was almost time for dinner to start.


    The experience of working hard in the shopping mall for more than half a year has trained Guo Shouyun''s handling skills and ability to deal with people. Under his deliberate flattery, a dinner has brought him a lot closer to the Ashley family. Of course, Olivia was an accident, the woman seemed to dislike his closeness to Molly. Guo Shouyun would have thought she was a ''Lily'' if she hadn''t known her idol was the Italian football star ''Prince of Melancholy'' Roberto Baggio during the dinner chat!


    After dinner, everyone sat on the sofa in Ashley''s living room and chatted for a while, and it soon reached 9:30 in the evening.


    Without Olivia''s frequent gestures, Guo Shouyun knew that it was time to leave.


    "Uncle Rick, aunt Sindia, it''s getting late, it''s time for me to go back to the hotel!"


    "Bruce, where do you live?"


    Sindia cared.


    After a few hours of communication, she liked the young but very polite guy. Of course, Guo Shouyun''s handsome appearance is also a plus for him.


    "Hilton Hotel, I have already checked in!"


    "If it wasn''t for the lack of rooms, you could live here!" Sindia nodded and said.


    "No, I''ll just stay in a hotel!" Guo Shouyun quickly shook his head. Even if he could live, he wouldn''t live, otherwise he wouldn''t even be able to find a place to make out with Molly Bevin?


    "...Uncle, auntie, I''m leaving, and I''ll see you tomorrow!"


    "Okay, I''ll send it to you!"


    Rick Eisley said subconsciously.


    But before he could lift his leg, he was quickly pulled by Mrs. Ashley.


    "Are you stupid?!"


    Looking at his wife''s annoyed eyes, and at the flirting look between Guo Shouyun and Molly, Rick Asley suddenly understood, and after an embarrassed smile, "Bruce, then I won''t give you away."


    "It''s ok!"


    Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. He really didn''t want the Ashley family to send him out.


    After saying "goodbye", Guo Shouyun turned and walked outside, and Molly Bevin followed naturally. Olivia also planned to follow, but was grabbed by Mrs. Asley.


    To be honest, her action really made Guo Shouyun feel countless good feelings.


    Walking out of Ashley''s house, he grabbed Molly Su''s hand with a slight force, and brought her delicate body into his arms, and then An couldn''t bear to lower her head to stabilize the beauty''s full red lips. His restless heart drove his hands to swim unconsciously on Molly''s slender and plump body.


    With the intention of Lang Youqing and his concubine, he instantly entered a hot state. Matthew on the side turned around consciously and looked elsewhere.


    "Molly...?"


    I don''t know how long it took, Olivia''s shout woke up the two people who were talking and talking, their bodies were tightly pressed together, and they were breathing rapidly, as if they wanted to melt each other into their own bodies.


    "Bruce, stop!"


    Her cheeks were flushed, her beautiful eyes were blurred and charming, Molly Bevin, who seemed to be able to drip, pushed Guo Shouyun away with difficulty, and pushed Guo Shouyun''s sturdy body away with difficulty.


    "Bruce, Olivia has shouted again...!"


    Guo Shouyun, who knew that nothing could be done, couldn''t help complaining, "Why do you have to live in her house?"


    "Okay, I didn''t expect it. But since that''s the case, don''t complain anymore. Besides, don''t we have many opportunities to be together in the future?!"


    "But I want to...!"


    Guo Shouyun pushed forward unconsciously. The touch of sensitive parts, like an electric shock, instantly stimulated Molly Bevan''s cheeks to become more rosy, even though she had never had sexual experience, she knew what it was!


    "I''m leaving first, and I''ll contact you tomorrow!"


    In a panic, the inexperienced Molly Bevan pushed Guo Shouyun''s body away and hurriedly walked towards Ashley''s house. Looking at her back, Guo Shouyun, who was holding back, sighed secretly. He will not turn twenty until March next year. Now is the age of youth, and it is also the most energetic age in one''s life, and the need for physical instinct is particularly strong. In addition, it has been half a year since I fell in love with Nicole Kidman overnight. Even if there is work to distract him, he doesn''t know how long he can last for this ascetic life.


    "Let''s go back!"


    After taking a few deep breaths and calming down the desire in his heart, Guo Shouyun turned around, beckoned Matthew to take the hotel car, and returned to the Hillman Hotel.


    Guo Shouyun, who was very angry at the bottom of his heart, was very eager to implement his plan, so as soon as he entered the door, he took out his mobile phone to find Al Bevin''s number and dialed it.


    "Hey, Bruce, is there anything you can call me?"


    "Have!"


    After agreeing, Guo Shouyun frowned when he heard the loud music in the receiver, "Where are you? Why is it so noisy?"


    "Do you still need me to explain this time, this music? Of course it''s a bar!"


    Al Bevan''s almost shouting voice made Guo Shouyun subconsciously hold the receiver away from his ears.


    "Find a quiet place and I''ll discuss something with you!"


    "What are you talking about, I can''t hear you!"


    "I said...you find a quiet place!"


    "Understood, wait a moment!"


    About three or four minutes later, with the sound of the door closing, the noise in the receiver finally disappeared.


    "Okay now, what do you say?"


    "Are you going on winter vacation?"


    "Well, it will be released in another week, so we just came out to be happy!"


    American universities generally have their winter break two weeks before Christmas, as does Columbia University.


    "That''s good, I''ll let you book a flight from New York to Athens, and you will fly over immediately tomorrow. I''ll wait for you at the Hilton Hotel!"


    "Wait. Fly to Athens tomorrow, why?"


    "I saw a very good player here, don''t you want to be a player''s agent? Now is a good opportunity."


    "Player? Are you sure?"


    Al Bevin was very skeptical, after all, Guo Shouyun had nothing to do with the football world before.


    "Of course, I think he has the potential to be a top player like Zidane!"


    Guo Shouyun agreed immediately. He knew what Al Bevan was most interested in. Therefore, football players are always the best means to get him to Athens as quickly as possible.


    "Zidane? Bruce, you''re not lying to me, are you?" Al Bevin asked suspiciously.


    When did Zidane-level players become rotten, and Guo Shouyun happened to meet them? And he doubts his ability to identify players Anyway, I also grew up watching football. Al, you have to trust my eyesight! "


    "If you say basketball, I still believe it. Forget football!"


    "Well, since you''re not interested, I''m not reluctant. But if he is signed by someone else in the future and becomes famous, don''t regret it."


    Guo Shouyun''s oath made Al Bevan doubtful.


    "What''s his name?"


    "Name...!" Guo Shouyun instantly thought about the star he liked in his previous life, "Ribery, his name is Frank Ribery! A very potential player."


    In the last life, after the retirement of Zidane''s generation, the French team fell into the dilemma of being unable to connect. During this period of time, Scarface and Benzema were the few superstars in the French team. Guo Shouyun, who often watched Bayern''s games in the Champions League in his previous life, was very familiar with them. It just so happens that Scarface is still hanging out with Fa C. As for whether there is an agent, who knows? Anyway, at this level, even if you have it, it is easy to take it down.


    "Frank Ribery?"


    A very unfamiliar name, but seeing Guo Shouyun''s name and surname, his words are much more believable.


    "Okay! I''m going to Athens tomorrow. But if you lie to me, Bruce. I''ll make Molly avenge me!"


    "Hehe, how could I lie to you, let it wash. I promise to satisfy you!" Guo Shouyun slapped his chest with a loud noise.


    "See you tomorrow then!"


    "See you tomorrow!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun smiled with satisfaction.


    "It''s all going well. It would be perfect if Al Bevan could get Olivia to France."


    A phone call got Guo Shouyun from Al Bevan, and he slept extraordinarily sweetly at night. It wasn''t until three poles in the sun that I slowly got up. Arrive at Ashley''s house after having breakfast at the hotel.

 Chapter 131： Athens Tour (Part 2)

    Chapter 131: A Trip to Athens (End)


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    When Guo Shouyun was brought in by the servant, Mrs. Asley was sitting on the sofa watching TV.


    "Bruce is here!"


    "Hello Aunt Sindia! Why didn''t you see Uncle Rick?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Oh, he went to work at the club this morning!"


    After greeting him to sit down, Mrs. Asley asked the servant to pour a cup of coffee for Guo Shouyun.


    "Where are you going to play today?"


    "There are so many places worth visiting in Athens, it is difficult for people to make a quick decision. So, let''s ask Molly later. After all, this time I came here mainly to accompany her." Guo Shouyun said.


    Mrs. Asley smiled and nodded. After a pause, "Bruce, Olivia will also go out to play with you today..."


    "I know!"


    There was a hint of helplessness in Guo Shouyun''s tone.


    Although he had long expected that Olivia would intervene before him and Molly, he was still quite depressed when he heard Mrs. Asley say it herself!


    "I hope you don''t take offense. Although Olivia looks careless on the surface, she is very sensitive. There are not many friends who can be close to her since she was a child, and her brother is much older than her, so Olivia has always been I''ve been lonely since. In addition, although Molly looks cold, she is sincere and is Olivia''s best friend, so she will inevitably be closer to Molly. If this affects you, I hope you can forgive me. ." Mrs Asley said sincerely.


    "Don''t worry, I won''t mind!"


    Although he really didn''t believe Mrs. Asley''s evaluation of Olivia, he had no choice but to treat him very politely and thoughtfully since the couple met yesterday.


    There is a saying: reach out and don''t hit the smiling person. Moreover, he can''t discredit the title of China''s "State of Etiquette". Therefore, Guo Shouyun did not say much.


    "That''s good. You sit first, I''ll go up and see if their makeup is done!"


    Satisfied with his attitude, Mrs Asley stood up with a smile.


    Guo Shouyun got up and responded, and watched Mrs Asley''s back disappear at the corner of the stairs.


    Sitting down again, Guo Shouyun exhaled.


    "That kid Al Bevan will be here in the afternoon, so he just has to endure another day." Thinking of this, a thought appeared on his face, "Although that kid has a flowery mouth, his heart is still very good. And he is also good-looking. Handsome, it should be very appealing to Olivia!"


    Just as he was thinking about it, messy footsteps soon came from upstairs. Curious and somewhat inexplicable sense of anticipation in his heart, when he turned to look, a pretty and familiar figure first came into view.


    A pink waist-length long-sleeved shirt, light blue cropped trousers, and white sneakers make her look tall, plump and youthful. The slightly curled sea, the fluffy braids on the left shoulder, as well as the delicate facial features and makeup, reveal a touch of elegance in the charming.


    "Molly!"


    Looking at the stunning beauty who came staggeringly, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help walking over with open arms.


    "Bruce!"


    Molly Bevan, who also had a happy smile on her pretty face, saw her lover, and she couldn''t help but speed up a bit.


    "Hey, I know you are a couple, but do you care about your surroundings anyway!"


    Looking at the two people hugging each other, Olivia, who was walking behind, flashed a trace of envy on her face, and said with dissatisfaction.


    Molly, who was blushing, was reluctant to gently push Guo Shouyun away, turned her head and smiled at her best friend, "If you feel envious, you can also find a boyfriend."


    "Little Molly is right. Olivia, you should find someone you like too!"


    Mrs. Asley, who came down behind, agreed.


    Olivia, who didn''t expect things to turn to her, was stunned for a moment, and then quickly said: "Unless it''s a handsome and dedicated man like Roberto Baggio, I''d rather not have a boyfriend!"


    After listening, the expressions of the three people were different, and Mrs. Asley had an expression that she had known for a long time. And Molly Bevan''s pretty face has recognition and blessings. Guo Shouyun thought about the similarities between Al Bevan and Roberto Baggio. Well, apart from the fact that they both look handsome, the two have nothing in common.


    "Alas, the job of a matchmaker is really not easy!"


    Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart.


    "Aren''t you going to take us shopping? We''re ready, let''s go!" Olivia said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Mrs. Asley, let''s go first!"


    "Well! Be careful driving on the road!"


    Mrs Asley smiled and nodded.


    "It''s a pity that Bruce already has Molly, otherwise it would be a very good choice for him to be with Olivia!"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t know what Mrs. Asley was thinking. After saying goodbye, they took Molly and Olivia out of Ashley''s house.


    The Rolls-Royce from the hotel was already waiting. After everyone got into the car, Guo Shouyun asked, "Ladies, where are you going to play today?"


    "Go to ''Monastiraki'' first, then go to ''Monastiraki''!" After speaking, Olivia glanced at Guo Shouyun, who was sitting next to him holding hands with Molly, " We''ve already discussed it!"


    "''Monastiraki'' and ''Monastiraki''?"


    Guo Shouyun has already learned about these two places, which are the most famous commercial pedestrian streets in Athens and must be visited by tourists.


    "Aren''t you going to the Aegean Sea and the Acropolis?" Guo Shouyun couldn''t help saying.


    "The sea is freezing cold at this season, who goes to the Aegean Sea? As for the Acropolis, is it fun to be crowded? ... Bruce, it seems that you really haven''t done any travel tips!"


    The words of this meal made Guo Shouyunding lose his temper. In other words, apart from chatting with the driver when he was in the car, he had a general understanding of the tourist attractions in Athens, but he really didn''t do any travel strategies.


    Besides, the main purpose of his visit to Athens this time was to go to Wushan together with Molly Bevan. Travel, whatever you want.


    "Okay, okay. In the morning we will go shopping at ''Monastiraki'' and ''Monastiraki'', and we will go to the Acropolis in the afternoon!"


    Molly Bevan, who saw Guo Shouyun''s depressed expression, quickly felt relieved. She didn''t want her best friend''s relationship with her boyfriend to get too strained.


    "All right!"


    Guo Shouyun shrugged. Originally, he didn''t have any special place to go, just go shopping, just go shopping with Molly. However, Olivia was too annoying.


    "Al Bevan should be here in the afternoon. At that time, even if it costs a little, the light bulb will be picked."

 Chapter 132： sweet love

    Chapter 132: Sweet Love


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    Monastiraki, the most famous commercial pedestrian street in Athens, is close to the famous Syntagma Square and the old town of Plaka. There are various brand stores, jewelry stores and clothing stores on both sides of the street, and it is almost a must-see for tourists who come to Athens. In addition, it also has the title of "Women''s Street" in various travel notes!


    Everyone knows the name and doesn''t need to explain the meaning. Looking at Molly Bevan, who was usually cold-hearted, her eyes became bright and excited when she came here. As Olivia shuttled through various stores, Guo Shouyun understood that the attraction of shopping was very important to women. There are no classes, ages and temperaments for all creatures!


    "Bruce come...?"


    "What''s wrong?"


    Looking at Molly who was waving at him, Guo Shouyun hurried over.


    "What do you think of this watch?"


    Taking a closer look, Molly is holding a piece of Patek Philippe classic.


    "Very good, if you like it, we''ll buy it!" Guo Shouyun said generously.


    "No!" Molly Bevan shook her head and looked at her lover with bright eyes. "I bought this for you. If you like it, I want to buy him as a gift for you!"


    "Give it to me?!" Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, looking at Molly Bevan''s sincere and loving expression, he instantly felt that he had run all the way from San Francisco to Athens, and then was repeatedly attacked by the woman Olivia. Worth the price paid!


    "This guy is really lucky to make Molly so popular!"


    Olivia muttered beside her.


    Guo Shouyun, who is immersed in love, has the right to not hear it, so as not to destroy his good mood at the moment!


    "Molly, forget it. This watch is too expensive!"


    After looking at the price tag, Guo Shouyun said.


    Although it is just an ordinary Patek Philippe classic, the price also exceeds 30,000 euros. For Molly Bevin, who is still a student, that''s not a small amount!


    "It''s okay, I sold two of my paintings last week."


    Looking at Molly''s loving eyes, Guo Shouyun nodded, he knew the current market price of Molly''s oil paintings. The two sold, enough to bring her more than 100,000 euros in income.


    "Then when I give you something later, you are not allowed to refuse!"


    "Um!"


    Molly Bevan smiled sweetly, "I''ll bring it for you to try!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and took off the Vacheron Constantin Heritage series rose gold watch on his left wrist. This watch is expensive, but it doesn''t quite match the Molly Bevin affection found in a more ordinary Patek Philippe.


    "Sir, this watch is very suitable for you! And it matches your temperament!"


    The shopping guide at the counter next to it praised in a timely manner.


    Guo Shouyun nodded happily, and he also found this watch very pleasing to the eye.


    "Miss, we want this watch." Molly Bevin said.


    "Okay, ma''am. . . Need to wrap it up for you?"


    Molly Bevan looked at Guo Shouyun.


    "No need, I''ll wear it!"


    "Okay, please come with me and settle the bill here!"


    Molly Bevan nodded and followed.


    Although Guo Shouyun was willing to pay for her, he didn''t speak because he knew Molly Bevin''s character. Moreover, since they identified her, the two of them are considered a family. Giving gifts to each other helps to strengthen each other''s feelings.


    "Hey, didn''t you just say you wanted to give Molly a gift, now is your chance!"


    After walking out of the previous watch store, she was fed a wave of dog food, and Olivia, who was feeling uncomfortable, couldn''t wait to point to a high-end jewelry store not far away.


    She really hopes to see Guo Shouyun make a fool of herself, so that she can vent her anger.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at the jewelry store she was referring to. He was thinking about what gift to give Molly and then strode over.


    "Olivia, don''t always target Bruce like this, or I''ll be really embarrassed between the two of you!" Molly Bevan, who was behind, took her friend''s arm to persuade.


    "Molly, don''t worry. I just tested him for you! If he really stands the test and it turns out that he is indeed a good man. Not only will I not target him, but I will try my best to help you. On the other hand, if he is not a man worthy of trust, you can get out as soon as possible. We can''t repeat Leslie''s lesson!"


    Leslie Arenas, Molly Bevin''s college roommate, got pregnant out of wedlock and was mercilessly dumped by her boyfriend. Moreover, she also defrauded her of the ��20,000 she earned from her part-time job!


    "Bruce is not like that!"


    "It''s best if it''s not! That way I''m relieved! ... Let''s go, he''s all in!" Olivia took Molly''s hand, and the two walked quickly into the store. At this time, Guo Shouyun had already begun to communicate with the shopping guide.


    "I want to see your best jewelry here!" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    The shopping guide was stunned for a moment, and after taking a quick look at the young man in front of him, he nodded quickly with a professional smile on his face. From her dress and temperament, she realized that the man standing in front of her at this time was a rich guy.


    "please wait!"


    After the shopping guide nodded, he took out a beautifully crafted brochure from the cabinet below. The booklet is not thick, but after opening it, the pictures and introductions of the jewelry are eye-catching.


    "Sir, the best jewelry in our store is here. If you like it, we can get you the real thing!"


    Good jewelry is very valuable, and it must not be sold directly on the counter for safety reasons. Guo Shouyun also understands this.


    After flipping through the booklet, he found that the price of fine jewelry in this jewelry store is not too expensive. There are only three pieces with a single piece exceeding 500,000 euros. There are also more than 500,000 jewelry sets in other sets, but Guo Shouyun obviously doesn''t want them.


    "Molly, look. Which of these three pieces of jewelry do you like?" Guo Shouyun waved.


    "They''re all too expensive. Let''s look at something else, Bruce!"


    Just like Guo Shouyun mentioned her consideration before, Molly Bevin will also consider Guo Shouyun''s financial situation.


    "Don''t, Molly, this is all Bruce''s thoughts. Wouldn''t it hurt his feelings too much if you refused! Hmm...!" Olivia glanced at the three most expensive jewels, Picked one of the most expensive ones.


    "Just this one! Molly loves emeralds the most!"


    "Ma''am, you have such a good eye. This emerald necklace is a gem of our shop. It''s from Colombia, F1 clarity, bright green, and weighs 5.89 carats! It''s the best to wear or collect. Also, this emerald matches your skin and temperament perfectly! Also, you are so beautiful that with this precious jewel, I think you can be compared to Helen from ancient Greek mythology!��


    The shopping guide has obviously undergone very professional training, and when he says a sentence, although he knows he is flattering, but he makes people feel very comfortable, and makes people feel that it is the truth.


    After she finished speaking, Molly Bevan, who was once thought to be very expensive, also showed a move on her pretty face. After all, there is no woman who does not love beauty, especially in front of her lover.


    "Can you show it to us?" Olivia said.


    "Can!"


    The shopping guide nodded and communicated with the store manager who was observing the side. The latter turned around and pushed open a door behind the counter. After walking in, he saw the middle-aged man in the store. Wearing white gloves on his long hands, he came out with a beautifully packaged box.


    "Sir, ma''am, this emerald necklace is the most expensive jewelry in our store. So after I open it, please abide by the rules of this store, and only have further contact with it with my permission!"


    "That''s fine!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    After Molly and Olivia nodded, the middle-aged store manager opened the jewelry box. As the long lid of the blue package is slowly opened, on the red soft lining, a heart-shaped emerald inlaid with the size of a fingernail in the middle, and a delicate necklace with diamonds and silver inlaid into a hanging chain around it is presented in front of everyone. .


    Guo Shouyun admitted that under the surrounding lights, this necklace was ten times more beautiful than the one shown in the photo just now.


    And not only him but Molly Bevan and Olivia were attracted by its glamour.


    "Can we try it on?"


    Olivia couldn''t wait to speak.


    "Sorry! It''s too precious For safety, I can only regret your request!" The middle-aged store manager shook his head.


    Olivia pouted in dissatisfaction, but she also understood the difficulties of others. After all, the value of this necklace is 880,000 euros, which is indeed not a small amount.


    With a move in her heart, Olivia looked at Guo Shouyun provocatively.


    Ignoring her eyes, Guo Shouyun saw the longing in Molly Bevin''s eyes, "Manager, I want this emerald necklace! Please wrap it up for me!"


    "Bruce...!"


    After waving her hand to interrupt her, "Molly, you should know that this money is nothing to me!"


    Although most of the funds in his hands are now invested in the operation of Phoenix and several of its subsidiaries. But 880,000 euros, Guo Shouyun can still get it now.


    "But such a good necklace, I can''t wear it normally. It''s always at home, what a waste!"


    "Hehe, when you become Mrs. Guo in the future, you will be able to use it!"


    As his career gets bigger and bigger, there will be more and more opportunities to socialize in the future. As his wife, Molly Bevin also has to attend with him on many occasions. At that time, all kinds of advanced custom dresses, precious jewelry will definitely be indispensable.


    Molly Bevan blushed, Guo Shouyun''s words meant that she would naturally not be able to guess the cleverness of Bingxue.


    "Wait a minute!"


    After comforting Molly, Guo Shouyun followed the store manager to the counter to pay the bill.


    Looking at his back, Olivia''s tone was a little complicated.


    "I didn''t expect that he would really be willing to buy you such expensive jewelry!"


    "I didn''t expect it either!"


    There was boundless sweetness in Molly Bevan''s tone. She felt that she had chosen the right person who she was destined to be with for the rest of her life!

 Chapter 133： Monastiraki

    Chapter 133 Monastiraki


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    With money clearing the way, everyone in the jewelry store was extraordinarily active, and they were almost responsive to Guo Shouyun''s requests. Therefore, all procedures, including payment, are completed as quickly as possible. Five minutes later, when the group came out of the jewelry store, Molly Bevin was holding the beautiful box containing the jewelry with a happy face. And Olivia''s pretty face on the side also showed a hint of joy.


    The jewelry store gave Guo Shouyun a sapphire ring worth 15,000 euros as a gift for her generosity, which was given to her by Molly Bevan.


    "Boy, what are you doing?"


    Suddenly, Matthew, who had been following behind, took a lightning-like step forward and stopped in front of a slightly slender figure in a black hoodie with a sloppy and cunning face with prominent cheekbones.


    The sudden situation made Guo Shouyun and the three behind him stop subconsciously.


    "What are you doing?" After being stopped, the thin young man was shocked by Matthew''s tyrannical aura, and quickly took a step back before asking with a bit of sternness.


    "Don''t mess around, just now I just saw that the two young ladies are very beautiful, and I just want to take a photo with them!"


    "group photo?"


    Guo Shouyun scoffed.


    Seeing this guy''s eyes constantly circling the jewelry box in Molly and Olivia''s hands, he''d be crazy to believe it.


    "Molly, let''s go. Monastiraki has a lot of thieves!" Olivia frowned. As a local, she knows the situation in Monastiraki best.


    After glancing at the sly young man who was stopped by Matthew but still staring at him, Molly Bevan nodded and clenched the jewelry box in her hand. This is the lover''s heart for himself, and he is determined not to let the thief succeed.


    "Bruce, should we leave soon?"


    Guo Shouyun, who was eager to leave early, nodded.


    "Boy, you''d better not be uncomfortable. Otherwise, don''t blame us for being rude!" After Guo Shouyun warned the other party, he turned around and took Molly and Olivia towards the parking lot.


    Matthew stayed at the end, glared at the other party full of deterrence, and then turned and left with Guo Shouyun.


    "Olivia, are Monastiraki''s thieves so rampant?" Molly Bevin asked curiously while walking on the road.


    "It used to be okay, but now that the Greek economy has become sluggish, there are more and more thieves and pickpockets in Monastiraki. However, they generally only steal foreign tourists and rarely attack locals. The reason why they are targeting us this time is probably because they saw us coming out of a high-end jewelry store and saw us holding a jewelry box, which made them greedy!" Olivia analyzed.


    Molly Bevan nodded knowingly, "Don''t you Athens police just ignore it?"


    "Do it? How do you do it? These guys are very slippery. It''s hard to catch them. Even if they are caught, they will be released in prison for a few days at most. In addition, the Athens police force is limited, and they can''t manage it at all!" Olivia shook his head.


    There are thieves and pickpockets in any country. Of course, countries with better economic development will be worse, but they will not be completely eliminated. Because even in a developed society, there are people who hope to get something for nothing, or even take risks.


    "Boss, that guy is still following us!"


    Hearing this, he followed Matthew''s eyes and looked back. Sure enough, at a distance of more than ten meters, the sly youth from before was still following behind them.


    "Shall I teach him a lesson?"


    Seeing that the other party still looked fearless even after he found out that he was discovered by Guo Shouyun and the others, Matthew was angry.


    "no need!"


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    Fighting in the bustling city would not have any good results, he didn''t want to go to the police station as soon as he came to Athens. Moreover, he was also afraid that the other party would come and move the tiger away from the mountain. Without Matthew by his side, he could not protect the safety of the two women and the jewelry in their hands.


    "Our own safety is paramount, as long as he doesn''t rush up, leave him alone."


    "Yes!"


    Watching Matthew and Guo Shouyun help Molly and Olivia get into the car and leave, the hooded youth who followed behind couldn''t help sighing, "Unfortunately, this is a rare fat sheep."


    Not long after, two other hooded youths dressed similarly to him came over.


    "Boss, those people have left in the car, shall we chase them?"


    "Fuck, we don''t have the streets and crowds of Monastiraki to cover us. The three of us plus one is not enough to beat the big guy! Come on, find the next fat sheep!"


    Looking at the back of the ''boss'' turning and leaving, the remaining two hooded youths looked at each other and followed in a bit dejected.


    "By the way, Matthew. We''re not going home, we''ll go to Monastiraki next!" Olivia, who was sitting in the car, said.


    "Olivia, did you forget that we were almost stolen just now?"


    "Don''t worry, Molly. Can''t we just leave the jewelry in the car. Besides, Monastiraki is not Monastiraki, no one knows we have such precious jewelry on us, don''t worry In addition, haven''t you always wanted to experience the most authentic Greek culture. Then you must not miss Monastiraki, where there are handicrafts that can best experience the Greek history, as well as a variety of snacks, absolutely satisfying all your needs Curious mentality!" Olivia patted her chest and assured.


    After hesitating for a while, Molly Bevan looked at Guo Shouyun next to her. After noticing the hesitant longing in her eyes, Guo Shouyun sighed.


    "Matthew, go to Monastiraki!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    Hearing this, Olivia with a cheerful expression competed with a ''scissors'' representing victory!


    Seeing Molly Bevan''s face, Guo Shouyun pretended not to see it!


    The car drove smoothly under Matthew''s driving. About half an hour later, the group arrived at "Monastiraki", another famous shopping destination in Athens.


    As Olivia said before, Monastiraki is more down-to-earth and more representative of Greek cultural characteristics than the previous Monastiraki. The streets are not full of shops like Monastiraki, but here are more training stalls.


    This also somewhat attracted Guo Shouyun''s interest in Xunyou Tansheng, making this shopping less boring than before.


    After Olivia and Molly Bevan happily strolled down the entire Monastiraki and bought a bunch of things, it was almost noon.


    According to their meaning, the group found a Chinese restaurant to start lunch. When they went to the bathroom together, Guo Shouyun looked at the time and reached out to Matthew.


    "Al Bevan''s plane arrives at 4:00 pm, so when it will take us to the Acropolis, you drive yourself to pick him up. Be careful, put him in my room after you pick him up, and take him secretly Take his phone, I think it should be easy for you!"


    Of course it''s easy, anyway, Matthew was also the most elite special forces in the Marine Corps before. Stealing is really overkill.


    "Boss, what if he makes a fuss about you...?"


    "Stun him!"


    Guo Shouyun said without hesitation.


    He must not be allowed to meet Molly Bevin and the Asleys until he has worked through Al Bevin''s work.


    "Got it! But I''m leaving for your safety...?"


    "Don''t worry, although I''m not as powerful as you, I''m not a soft persimmon. Besides, Greece is not Africa, and there are not so many uncertain dangers."


    Even so, Guo Shouyun also realized that the number of his personal bodyguards was still too small. Aside from Matthew, there is only Rudy Mueller, who oversaw the restoration of Leonardo da Vinci''s Salvator Mundi in New York. As for Hua Lei, who was the first to be optimistic, he is still taking care of his son who has leukemia in Beijing Hospital. Guo Shouyun didn''t mind taking the other party to the United States to see a doctor, but thinking about separating the father and son, especially at this time, although he was a bit selfish, he couldn''t do such a **** thing.


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun shook his head. The bodyguard is not a blackwater mercenary responsible for the protection of the home''s periphery, and he would not dare to use it without a detailed inspection. Therefore, this can only be solved slowly.


    Originally wanted to persuade Guo Shouyun again, but Matthew himself did not have a good solution, so he did not speak.


    The lunch went very smoothly. After visiting the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum in the afternoon, it was also in the evening.


    "Hey, Bruce, why are you driving, Matthew?"


    After a day of driving, Molly Bevan and Olivia, who were quite happy, finally noticed that there was one missing person on the itinerary.


    "Oh, he''s not feeling well, I let him go back to the hotel first!"


    "I''m not feeling well, why didn''t I see it?" Olivia asked suspiciously.


    "What else can you see besides shopping!"


    Guo Shouyun mocked her without hesitation.


    "You bastard...!"


    "Olivia!" Molly Bevan turned around and asked after quickly grabbing her best friend, "Bruce, is Matthew seriously ill?"


    "It''s not serious, it''s just a little fever and dizziness. Go back at night to get an injection and take some medicine!"


    "That''s good!"


    "By the way, after I send you back in a while, I''ll go back to the hotel first."


    "Why don''t we go see him together?" Molly Bevin said after nodding.


    "No! It''s not a serious illness, so don''t worry about it!"


    "Alright, then you must convey our greetings for us!"


    "rest assured!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after sending the two to the door of Ashley''s house, he didn''t go in either.


    As soon as he entered the door, Matthew strode up to greet him.


    "How''s it going?"


    "Boss, I''m sorry. He kept clamoring to see you, and he had to use the hotel''s landline to make calls. I couldn''t help knocking him out!" Matthew said with guilt.


    Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart, but he still couldn''t get out of this step.


    "It doesn''t matter, which room is he in, take me there!"


    "Okay, come with me!"


    Matthew said quickly.

 Chapter 134： perseverance

    Chapter One Hundred and Thirty-Fourth


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    Following him, Guo Shouyun walked into a guest room, and soon saw Al Bevan lying unconscious on it. Seeing his frown when he fell asleep, it was obvious that he was very angry before. This made Guo Shouyun sigh in his heart.


    "I hope this guy is knowledgeable about current affairs, otherwise things will be a little troublesome!"


    "How long has he been like this?"


    "45 minutes!"


    "Go and wake him up!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Matthew nodded and turned to get a basin of cold water from the bathroom.


    "Wait, what are you doing?"


    Seeing Matthew''s ''eyeing'' staring at Al Bevan, Guo Shouyun hurriedly stopped.


    "Boss, didn''t you ask me to wake him up?" Matthew asked in confusion.


    "I asked you to wake him up, and I didn''t ask you to pour cold water on him!" Guo Shouyun said in pain.


    If this makes Al Bevan wake up and see his own situation, it is estimated that this guy''s character will be "popular"!


    The most important thing is to make him unhappy, and he doesn''t know how many twists and turns will happen between him and Molly Bevin.


    "Don''t you have a gentler way than pouring cold water?" Guo Shouyun reminded helplessly.


    Matthew scratched his head, "We used to splash cold water a lot when we were in the army, but electric shocks can also work, and the effect is better!"


    "Electric shock?" Thinking of the consequences of shocking Al Bevan, Guo Shouyun twitched his mouth and shook his head without hesitation, "Forget it, I''ll do it!"


    Under Matthew''s curious gaze, Guo Shouyun walked to Al Bevan''s side, briefly looked at his head twice, and then stretched out his right thumb and pressed it on Al Bevan''s upper lip.


    "Although I haven''t used it in my last life, the ''renzhong'' should be here!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun, who was holding a bit of ''dead horse as a living horse doctor'', pressed it hard. After a moment, Al Bevan''s eyes began to tremble.


    "Boss, he''s awake!"


    Matthew quickly reminded. But what made him more curious was Guo Shouyun''s method of waking Al Bevan. There is no such thing as a Chinese medicine meridian in the West.


    "Huh, what the ancestors left behind is reliable."


    After sighing, Guo Shouyun got up and took two steps back.


    "Uh��!"


    Al Bevan slowly opened his eyes, and after seeing the surrounding situation, the confusion in his eyes slowly dissipated, and then his expression changed, and he quickly sat up from the bed.


    "Bruce!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun standing on the side, Al Bevan was surprised at first, and then quickly became angry again.


    "El, welcome to Athens!"


    Before waiting for the other party to get angry, Guo Shouyun blocked his words with a warm hug.


    "Don''t come, you are my prospective brother-in-law anyway. Is that how you welcome me? And do you know that I was knocked out by your bodyguard just now?" After pushing Guo Shouyun away, Al Bevin said angrily. .


    "Don''t be angry, don''t be angry. After I learned about his behavior just now, I have taught him a hard lesson for you!" After the words were finished, Guo Shouyun turned around and pretended to be majestic, "Matthew, don''t hurry up and give Ai I apologize!"


    "Mr. Bevin, I am deeply sorry for my reckless behavior before, I hope to get your understanding!" Matthew, who saw Guo Shouyun''s wink, said quickly.


    "Forget it, I know you shot all because of his orders." Al Bevan waved his hand, then turned his head and asked, "Bruce, tell me. What do you mean? Call me to lie to Athens, And then give it to me again?"


    "Hey, I''m here for your own good!" After smiling, Guo Shouyun stepped forward and pulled Al Bevan''s arm, "Let''s go, let''s go out and talk! ... Matthew, go get Al a cup of coffee. By the way, be sure to use the finest Jamaican Blue Mountains I brought!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    "I want to see what medicine you sell in the gourd!" After muttering in dissatisfaction, Al Bevin followed Guo Shouyun to the living room.


    After he sat down, "Al, wait a moment!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun got up and entered his study. It didn''t take long, and he came over with a few not-so-thick documents in his hand.


    "Al, this time I came to you, although there was some misunderstanding in the middle. But after all, it is for your future. ... Here, take a look. Here are the three player profiles I found for you! They are all excellent! "


    "Are there really any players?"


    After going through the previous incident, Al Bevin thought it was Guo Shouyun who used the player''s affairs to fool him. It looks a little different now.


    "Of course! In addition to Frank Ribery, who I told you before, I have also identified two players with top qualifications for you. They are a pair of brothers named Kolo Toure and Yaya Toure. ."


    There are many players who play very well, but there are very few brothers who are both players and both play well. So when I watched the Premier League in my last life, the brothers left a deep impression on Guo Shouyun.


    Because the time was too short, Guo Shouyun did not collect much information about the three people, so Al Bevan quickly read it.


    "Two African players, the other is almost 18 and still playing in Ligue 3, are you sure they have the talent of top players? And, didn''t you say you found Franck Ribery in Greece? How is it possible now? French?"


    Al Bevan''s sarcastic tone was beyond words.


    Guo Shouyun wanted to use the winter break as an excuse, but thinking that the winter break in France seems to be on the 20th, and it is still more than a week away. So there is only one excuse.


    "I occasionally saw them play in Greece!"


    "Really, when did Greece broadcast the Ligue 3 League! ... Okay, Bruce. Tell me your real purpose!"


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, and then his expression became solemn.


    "Al, although I did have other things for you to come to Athens, these three players were selected by me in three months, and they are all very talented. If you miss it, you will regret it in the future! "


    Al Bevan frowned. After nearly four months of contact, he understood that the man in front of him was not an open-mouthed guy. Looking at the solemn expression on his face at the moment, he knew that he was not panicking anymore.


    This made him subconsciously pick up the three documents just now and read it.


    "You''re Molly''s younger brother, and I''m not going to lie to you about it. Also, I promised to invest $5 million in you when you graduate to make you your own sports agency. Now I can advance Keep this promise!"


    "real?"


    Al Bevan''s eyes lit up. He had been in school long enough. It would be great if you could enter your dream industry earlier and work hard.


    "Of course, but only if you sign these three players to our company first!" Guo Shouyun reminded.


    "no problem!"


    Al Bevan nodded quickly. There are only three players left and right, no matter how strong they are, they are not in conflict with their own goals.


    "In the future, you will be the person in charge of the company, and the development of the company is up to you, so I won''t intervene. But for the sake of my investment security and future value-added considerations, I would like to ask, if these three players enter your banner, what are you going to do? planning their future?"


    "It''s simple, I will recommend them to the right club!" Al Bevan said with a ''don''t worry'' look.


    Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Al, although I''m not in the football circle, I know that if I want to recommend a player to the club for trial training, I can''t do it without a certain relationship. So, don''t try to fool me easily!"


    Looking at his sharp eyes, Al Bevin nodded, "Okay! You know I studied sports economics in college, so many of my classmates and seniors work in clubs in the UK and even Europe. I can pass They get the chance to try out for the players!"


    "If you only rely on these, let''s be honest, Al. I''m not optimistic about the future of the company." Guo Shouyun shook his head, "You can look at the big players in the European football market now. UU reading www.uukanshu. com Jerome Anderson is a close friend of Arsenal vice-chairman David Dean, and his son Darren Dean is called a lawyer, but is actually a partner of Jerome Anderson''s agency. So, Arsenal''s star Most are under his banner."


    "Pere Guardiola, he has a brother named Pep Guardiola! I believe you know Pep Guardiola''s identity better than me. Besides Jorge Mendes, in his economic company It has Jose Mourinho, who is the head coach of the Portuguese football giant Benfica. So Benfica and even most of the Portuguese football circle are Mendes'' back garden. In addition, other big-name agents in world football They also have a deep relationship with football more or less. They are either former players, or family members of players, or have close ties with the top management of various clubs. ... These, you don''t seem to have the same!" Guo Shouyun said with deep eyes.


    "Bruce, I know that the sports agent industry is not easy to mix, and I do not have a strong relationship in the football agency as you said. But I''m still young, and I still have unlimited possibilities. I firmly believe that I can become one in the future. A giant in the brokerage industry." After a moment of silence, Al Bevan looked up at Guo Shouyun and said firmly.


    "Of course, of course! I have full confidence in your future. However, if there is an easier way to achieve our goal in a shorter time, then why don''t we try it? The final success is more delicious than when you were gray-haired!"


    "What do you mean?"


    Al Bevan raised an eyebrow.


    "I mean very simple!"


    Guo Shouyun took out a photo from his pocket, glanced at it briefly, and handed it to Al Bevan.

 Chapter 135： Threat and temptation

    Chapter 135: Threat and temptation


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    "who is she?"


    Looking at the heroic and beautiful girl wearing a blue dress in the photo, Al Bevin wondered.


    "Her name is Olivia Eisley, your sister''s classmate at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts, and the only daughter of Rick Eisley, the owner of the Greek Football League giant Olympiacos!"


    "I see!"


    Al Bevan nodded suddenly. But soon he came back and looked at the man sitting across from him with a weird expression, "Don''t you mean...?"


    "It''s what you think!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    "No, absolutely not!"


    Al Bevan shook his head immediately.


    "Why not. You''re not married, she''s not married. You two are not too different in age. And Olivia is so beautiful. What''s more, she has an old Olympiacos owner. Dad! Don''t you think this is a fate bestowed on you by God?" Guo Shouyun urged.


    "What I advocate is free love!" Al Bevan stubbornly said.


    "Bullshit free love, I am your brother-in-law, and I have the right to express correct opinions and suggestions on your marriage problems!"


    "My sister hasn''t married you yet!"


    "It''s a matter of time anyway. Besides, if you dare to refuse, I will withdraw the funds!"


    "You...you''re a hooligan!" Al Bevin said angrily.


    "Whoever has money is the uncle, I''ll be a hooligan, what do you do!" Guo Shouyun raised his arms and leaned against the sofa behind him, proudly exclaiming.


    But his smugness turned into anger before he could enjoy it for two seconds.


    "If you dare to withdraw funds, I will dare to ask my sister to leave you!"


    "You **** bastard!" Guo Shouyun leaned forward with a ''huh'' and glared at the other party.


    "You big rascal!"


    Not to be outdone, Al Bevan glared back.


    The two were short of breath, and after a long exchange of eyes, Qi Qi pouted and leaned back.


    "Tell me, why are you willing to chase Olivia?"


    "Why do you have to ask me to chase her?" Al Bevan frowned.


    "She is the daughter of the owner of the Olympiacos team. You marry her, it will be good for the future development of our sports economic company!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Don''t lie to me, you have absolutely no interest in the so-called sports economy company. If you hadn''t pursued my sister and wanted to win me over by the way, you wouldn''t have given me $5 million at all. Oh, yes, this is a You told me personally in September, don''t try to deny it!"


    Guo Shouyun twitched the corners of his mouth and thought, "How can this little **** have such a good memory!"


    "Forget it, forget it!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand casually, "Since you''ve already asked this, I won''t hide it from you. These days in Athens, Olivia has been pestering your sister every day, causing us to I don''t even have a chance to get close, I''m annoying her! ... Besides, I thought of you after knowing that she is the daughter of the owner of the Olympiacos team. Although you are a bit unreliable, you are still quite handsome."


    Al Bevan, who was about to get angry, endured after being praised.


    "So you''re going to let me seduce Olivia?" El Bevan said angrily.


    "Don''t say it so ugly! Look, look at this photo, what a beautiful girl. The two of you are together, you can''t talk about how talented you are, and it can also help your career. Why not? Why!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun glanced at Al Bevan, who looked gloomy and uncertain, "Also, even if you want to chase, people won''t necessarily agree!"


    "What''s she not agreeing to? The young man is handsome and handsome, and he is also a top student in my brother''s university. The future is even brighter. Like me, she can''t find it even with a lantern!" The proud inner Al Bevan immediately retorted.


    "It''s still easy to use the trick!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun continued: "They are parents but billionaires, how about you?"


    "I...?" Al Bevan''s face froze. This is his irrefutable flaw. Although Bevin''s family is not bad, all the properties add up to no more than 1 million pounds, let alone billionaires. .


    "I will also be a billionaire in the future! Besides, how can the inherited wealth be compared to starting from scratch!" Al Bevin was not confident enough.


    "The key is that people are now wearing fine clothes and food, and you are still a young head studying in college. As for starting from scratch, that will be a matter of the future."


    "Damn, are you trying to hit me?"


    Al Bevan said angrily.


    "I didn''t mean that, just to remind you a little." After the words were finished, Guo Shouyun stood up and walked to Al Bevan''s side, reached out and patted his shoulder, "Brother, this saves you 20 years of struggle. , a great opportunity to step into the upper class, don''t miss it!"


    "...Think about it carefully, and remember to tell me when you have a decision! What a great opportunity, if I hadn''t already had your sister, I would have wanted to do it myself!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s back toward the study, Al Bevan''s expression became cloudy.


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    "Boss, this is his phone!"


    After closing the door, Matthew took Al Bevan''s phone out of his pocket and put it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    After taking a few simple glances, "You go out and watch him, and let me know in time if anything happens!"


    "Yes!"


    After watching Matthew go out, Guo Shouyun sat down on the chair behind the desk. With what he knew about Al Bevan, if nothing else, he would choose Olivia. Because this guy, like himself, is a pragmatist.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Just then, his cell phone rang suddenly.


    Taking it out and looking at the caller ID, Guo Shouyun quickly connected.


    "Christopher, is it okay to call me at this time?"


    "Bruce, our acquisition negotiations with Bloomsbury Publishing Company have come to an end!" Christopher Ritter said after responding.


    "Oh?"


    Guo Shouyun''s mind was instantly concentrated.


    Bloomsbury, who has lost the rights to distribute the follow-up to Harry Potter, has been saddened since the founding of Thornbird Publishing.


    Although the company has expanded several times through the profits made by the first four "Harry Potter" books, but without the bonus of best-selling books, the lack of stamina appears to be insufficient. With the two millennium basically over, Bloomsbury has only generated revenue of ��21m and a profit of ��2.8m. This figure is only slightly higher than in 1999.


    More importantly, the loss of Guo Shouyun, a best-selling author who rose like a comet, made the executives of Bloomsbury Publishing Company extremely regretful Look at the thorny bird, relying on Luo Lin and Guo Shouyun, in less than a year since their establishment, have created a revenue of 1.6 billion US dollars and a net profit of 256 million US dollars! This huge contrast caused Nigel Newton to fall into a complicated contradiction when he received an M&A offer from Thornbird.


    On the one hand, there is the regret of missing the opportunity, and the chagrin that the company is not willing to be acquired. On the one hand, he hesitated whether to take this opportunity to join the new giant in the publishing industry, Thornbird, which was rising like a comet.


    In his ambivalence, the two sides talked on and off for more than two months. Now it looks like it''s finally coming to an end.


    "Nigel Newton agreed to our terms?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Yes! And it''s better than I thought."


    "Oh? Talk about it!"


    After agreeing, "$24 million plus 1 million Class A shares in the new company!"


    "It is indeed much better than before!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. With the current revenue of Thornbird, its total assets are close to 2 billion US dollars. Although it will be affected because of the relatively short creation time, it is definitely more than 1.5 billion. The Bloomsbury Publishing House''s revenue is only one-fifth of Thornbird''s, and its total assets do not exceed 30 million US dollars.


    Based on the total share capital of Thorn Bird of 100 million, 1 million shares are equivalent to 1% of the equity, worth about 15 million, plus 24 million in cash. This offer is worth more than the current Bloomsbury Press. However, compared with Nigel Newton who did not want cash before, the conditions for replacing the same shares of Thorns with Bloomsbury Company are much better.


    For a company that is on the rise like Thorn Bird, shares are always more important than money!

 Chapter 136： bloomsbury

    Chapter 136 Bloomsbury


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    "Hurry up and sign the contract, so that the copyright of Rowling''s "Harry Potter" will be complete!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "If you agree, the M&A contract can be signed within three days!"


    "Yes, as soon as possible!"


    No one knows better than him the impact the Harry Potter movie has had on the world. At that time, it was not just the "Wizard Trio" that became a hit, but even the sales of the four previously published "Harry Potter" books exploded.


    This is very clear from Bloomsbury''s marketing data. Bloomsbury''s revenue was ��13.5 million after Ha 1 was released in 1996, reaching ��20 million in 1999 with a profit of ��2.6 million. By 2000, sales had risen to ��50.6 million and profits had reached ��5.7 million. In 2005, Bloomsbury''s performance continued to climb, with sales of ��109 million and a profit of ��20.1 million at the time of the publication of "Harry Potter" book 6.


    It''s a pity that Guo Shouyun has intervened in this life, and "Ha 5", which should have made Bloomsbury''s marketing soaring, became a money-sucking weapon for thorny birds.


    "One more thing, Bruce!"


    "what?"


    "Penguin Random House wants to acquire us, and the conditions are very good!"


    "Christopher, you know I won''t sell it!" Guo Shouyun said with a slight frown.


    "But they said you were going to sell the company to Amazon?"


    After a glimpse of thought flashed in his eyes, Guo Shouyun continued: "I do have this idea, because Amazon controls the terminal sales channels. We need to open up the upstream and downstream of the publishing industry, so as not to be arbitrarily lowered by those chain booksellers! "


    "Bruce, I understand your intentions. But when it comes to the company''s future, I think you should discuss it with me. After all, I am the company''s CEO and second largest shareholder, and I have the right to participate in the company''s specific operations and decision-making." Christopher Li Very dissatisfied.


    "Sorry, Christopher. I really should have discussed this with you, but I hadn''t thought about it!"


    Guo Shouyun knew that this matter was indeed wrong, that he was too arbitrary. And not everyone understands Amazon''s future as well as he does.


    Guo Shouyun''s apology made Christopher Ritter on the other side of the phone relieved. He wanted the other party to respect his position in Thorn Bird, but he also didn''t want to get stuck with Guo Shouyun. After all, the other party is not only the absolute controlling shareholder of Thorn Bird, but also the financial pillar of Thorn Bird. Even with the support of books by Rowling and some other contracted writers, the revenue from Guo Shouyun''s works still accounts for 65% of Thorn Bird''s!


    "Bruce, are you really going to sell the thorn bird to Amazon?"


    Christopher asked his concerns.


    "It''s not a sale, it''s a merger! The two companies merge!" Guo Shouyun emphasized.


    "Bruce, let''s be honest. I''m not too bullish on Amazon, their debt level is too high. Also, Amazon is an internet company in e-commerce, not the same industry as our Bramblebirds publishing business. We can work together, But with a merger, it��s hard to be optimistic.��


    "Christopher, I understand how you feel. But Amazon''s debt is due to over-expansion. They''re spending too much money on sorting centers, and express delivery. After the logistics system is established, you will find that her profitability has greatly improved. So in my opinion, Amazon is a company with great potential. If we can merge, we can''t help but open up the upstream and downstream of the publishing industry, and we can also get Significant stake in a great company!"


    After hearing the affirmation and expectation in Guo Shouyun''s tone, Christopher knew that it would be difficult for him to change his mind.


    "Bruce, if Amazon agrees to a merger, I would like to represent Thornbird in this negotiation!"


    After a moment of silence, Christopher said.


    "Can!"


    Guo Shouyun agreed. As the second largest shareholder and CEO of Thorn Bird, his participation is definitely indispensable when it comes to the company''s strategic management.


    It''s just that more than half a month has passed since the last time he communicated with Jeff Bezos, but he still hasn''t received any news from the other party. This cast a shadow on Guo Shouyun''s heart, who originally thought he was sure of everything.


    "By the way, the sales of Rowling''s "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" are not bad, and there are a lot of news about her in the newspapers recently!" In order to ease the dignified atmosphere between the two, Guo Shouyun deliberately changed a relaxed topic of.


    "It''s really good. It has sold 5.58 million copies in 9 weeks since it was released. However, it is still a little worse than your "The Da Vinci Code". It has sold 6.23 million copies in 5 weeks. Very There is hope that it will surpass "The Last Days of the Dead" and create a new sales record!" Christopher Ritter said excitedly.


    "So, we Thorn Bird Publishing Company are booming now!"


    "Of course! Now publishing giants all over the world want to acquire us. Securities companies all over the world want to be our underwriters, and all investors want to invest in us!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Capital has never been blind. Thornbird''s sales performance has been like a comet in the sky throughout the two thousand years. Its revenue curve is comparable to few companies in the world. Being sought after is also a matter of course.


    "Christopher, do you think the company should go public?" Guo Shouyun asked after a moment of silence.


    "Bruce, you are the chairman of the company, you should make up your mind on this matter!"


    "Christopher, we are not only the best partners, but also the best friends. So, you don''t have to worry about this matter!" Guo Shouyun smiled, he could hear the insincere words in the other party''s tone.


    "Okay!" Christopher nodded after pondering for a moment, "I think we should go public, but not now!"


    "The reason?"


    Guo Shouyun continued.


    "The reason is simple. First, we don''t have a shortage of funds, so we don''t need to go public. Second, we are still in a period of rapid development, and going public now doesn''t really reflect our value. ... Also, even if we do If you plan to go public, it is best after two or three years, when the company''s revenue is stable, the structure is stable, and after the brutal growth period has passed."


    "I understand!" Guo Shouyun nodded After thinking for a moment, the conversation changed, "Christmas is coming soon, then we will invite the Rowling family, let''s get together!"


    "Okay! I haven''t been to the new home you bought in San Francisco!"


    "Hehe, I''ll definitely take you around when you come!"


    After the two continued to chat about some trivial matters, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    "call!"


    After putting down the phone, Guo Shouyun let out a sigh of relief. From Christopher''s tone inside and out, it can be seen that he is against the merger of Thornbird with the Amazon. Of course, this is not surprising. Compared with the lucrative Thornbird Publishing Company, Amazon is still in a state of loss month after month, so it is difficult for people to have much confidence in it. Moreover, the Nasdaq crisis has also made many people fear the Internet industry.


    However, even so, Guo Shouyun still did not intend to give up. If Jeff Bezos agrees to a merger between the two, he will also trade the thorn bird for Amazon shares, even if he is at the risk of falling apart with Christopher.


    But if Jeff Bezos doesn''t agree, that''s another story! And, less than a 10% stake in Amazon isn''t worth giving up on Thornbird. Otherwise, it is better to buy directly from the capital market with money.


    Thinking of this, he picked up the phone and wanted to call Jeff Bezos to ask about the situation. But after picking it up for a while, I gave up again!


    "With that guy''s personality, if he really made a decision in his heart, he would definitely call me as soon as possible. There is no news yet, but there is no result. Even if he calls now, he will not reveal the slightest word. ."


    Thinking of what he had experienced at Jeff Bezos'' house, Guo Shouyun shook his head and put down the phone.


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 Chapter 137： unexpected

    Chapter 137 Unexpected


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    Looking at the time, he picked up Al Bevan''s cell phone next to him, and Guo Shouyun pushed open the door and walked out.


    "How about it, have you considered it?"


    Looking at Al Bevin lying lazily on the sofa, Guo Shouyun sat down and asked.


    "Look at this called O...what?"


    "Olivia!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Yes, Olivia, for the sake of being pretty, my young master reluctantly agrees!"


    Guo Shouyun pouted in his heart, "You arrogant fellow!"


    "Is this your phone?"


    "Why are you here?" Al Bevan said in surprise after snatching the phone from Guo Shouyun''s hand.


    "Matthew picked it up on the sofa in the living room! ... Well, it''s getting late, let me take you to dinner!" Guo Shouyun quickly changed the subject.


    "Are you with my sister and them?"


    Al Bevan stood up.


    "No, it''s just the two of us today! I''ll take you to see them tomorrow!" Guo Shouyun was afraid that El Bevan''s idea of ??pursuing Olivia was not yet solid, so he wanted to take the time of the night to reinforce him.


    "Okay! ... By the way, where do I stay at night?"


    "Is a five-star hotel presidential suite my size not enough for you?"


    "I really don''t want to live in the same room as you," Al Bevan muttered.


    "You think I think so? Let''s go!" With a slap on his shoulder, Guo Shouyun strode towards the door.


    "This guy definitely did it on purpose!"


    Feeling the pain in his shoulders and looking at Guo Shouyun''s back, Al Bevan thought with resentment in his heart.


    It''s not advisable to eat too full at night, so the two of them didn''t go to any high-end places, so they ordered some casually in the hotel restaurant and had dinner.


    "Hey, I promised you to go after Olivia, then when will the $5 million investment you promised me be in place!"


    After returning to the room again, Al Bevan asked.


    Glancing at him, "Remember, I will call you brother-in-law in the future!"


    "Hey!" Al Bevan curled his lips in disdain, "My sister hasn''t married you yet?"


    "5 million investment!"


    Guo Shouyun said proudly.


    "Sister...Brother-in-law!" Al Bevan stared at him, gasping for a few breaths before saying reluctantly.


    "That''s right!"


    After sighing the charm of money, he raised his right index finger and said to Al Bevin: "First of all, I will give you $1 million in start-up capital, you use this money to register the company, and then bring Ollie Via went to France to sign Frank Ribery to the company."


    After finishing speaking, Guo Shouyun raised his **** and continued, "Secondly, after you complete the first task, I will give you another $1.5 million. You take Olivia to Africa and sign the Toure brothers to the company. "


    "Finally, when you complete the two conditions, and then let Olivia admit to being your girlfriend, the remaining $2.5 million will be credited to your account!"


    After a pause, looking at Al Bevan''s tense face, he smiled and said, "Looking at your appearance, wouldn''t it be shrinking?"


    "Back off? How is that possible! ... With the handsome image and talent of this young master, it is very easy to conquer that woman named Olivia!"


    "Seeing how confident you are, I''m relieved!" Guo Shouyun nodded in satisfaction.


    "With Olivia''s relationship, followed by an Olympiacos club. I believe you can easily bring the three of them under your command. Later in European football, he became a giant such as Real Madrid, Milan, Manchester United, and Bayern. The days of being a guest are not far away!"


    Guo Shouyun''s words made Al Bevin''s face show a hint of longing. To be a guest of a wealthy family, isn''t that exactly his dream goal?


    Seeing this, Guo Shouyun was overjoyed, and hurriedly pursued Olivia, backed by the Olympic Kos team, the benefits to his agent career, and took the trouble to repeat it over and over again in different ways. God is pitiful, he didn''t think so carefully when he planned the Google equity. It can only be said that hormones are really a magical thing.


    It was not until half past ten in the evening that Guo Shouyun, who was quite dry, stopped. Looking at Al Bevan, who had been completely fooled by him, who was not married to Olivia, he was very satisfied with his results.


    Seeing that it was not early, the two who had achieved their goals went back to their rooms to rest.


    Early the next morning, shortly after Guo Shouyun got up, there was a knock on the door.


    "Boss, it''s Miss Molly and Olivia!" Matthew said quickly after seeing the situation outside through the cat''s eyes on the door.


    "Why did they come so early? ... Open the door!" Guo Shouyun waved.


    "Matthew, is your cold better?"


    After the door opened, Molly Bevan cared as she looked at Matthew standing in front of him.


    "cold?"


    Matthew froze for a moment. Fortunately, he was not stupid, and nodded quickly, "It''s much better! Miss Molly, please come in, the boss is already waiting for you inside!"


    With that said, Matthew Bloom gave up the passage.


    Thinking of her lover, Molly Bevan no longer cared about Matthew''s little cold, and walked into the room with her legs raised. However, Olivia, who was following behind, noticed the change in the expression on Matthew''s face before, and looked at him suspiciously for a moment. But in the end, it was a steel man who came out of the hail of bullets. Olivia''s eyes couldn''t give him any pressure, and naturally she wouldn''t see anything.


    "Miss Olivia, please come in. I''m closing the door!"


    Olivia Eisley nodded and said nothing. Turn around and walk into the room. When I came to the living room, I looked at the two people who were already hugging and kissing each other. He raised his eyebrows and said dissatisfiedly: "Hey, I said that you two should be a little more cautious when you show your affection, there are others beside you. Woolen cloth!"


    It''s ''love ~ adultery'', ''oil in honey'', Guo Shouyun, who can''t wait to get tired of being together every day, doesn''t like to see this ''100-watt light bulb''. Fortunately, Molly''s tongue kiss was a comfort to his turbulent heart. Seeing the ''pleading'' eyes of the beautiful woman in his arms, Guo Shouyun stopped arguing with her in front of her.


    "Hey, who is making a noise outside, and it''s so early in the morning that no one is allowed to sleep!"


    The impatient voice of Al Bevan, who was very angry when he woke up, came through the door.


    "This is... El!?"


    Molly Bevin was surprised. As a sibling who grew up together, no one knows his brother''s voice and virtue better than anyone else!


    Guo Shouyun nodded in front of her inquiring gaze, "He arrived in Athens last night, and he didn''t inform you because it was very late!"


    When the words were over, Guo Shouyun called to the door of Al Bevan''s room: "Al, Molly is here! Hurry up and pack up and have breakfast. By the way, we have your sister''s friend here, don''t dress too sloppy for you. Shame on my sister!"


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun glanced at Olivia who was curiously looking at El''s door.


    "Why did Al come to Athens? Columbia University''s annual leave should not come yet!" Molly Bevan wondered.


    "Cough! Molly, you know Al''s ambitions, so he wants to take advantage of the free time before the school holiday to walk around and look around. If he encounters any talented football talent, he should sign it as soon as possible!"


    "Football! Molly, does your brother like football too?"


    As the daughter of the owner of the Olympiacos team, under the influence of her father, Olivia has been a die-hard fan of the Kos team since she was a child. Any news about football can immediately attract her attention, and this time is no exception. What''s more, the object of discussion is the younger brother of his best friend.


    "Hmm! ... Ayre played for a long time when he was a kid, and then he didn''t become a professional player because of an injury."


    "Now his ambition is to become an excellent football sports agent!" Guo Shouyun added.


    "Is that so! Never heard of you!" Olivia nodded.


    "You never asked!" Molly Bevan laughed. With a cold temper, she doesn''t like to talk about her family to outsiders, even if the other person is her best friend.


    Just when Olivia opened her mouth to say something else, she was interrupted by the sound of the door opening behind her.


    He has black broken hair, a light gray denim jacket on the outside, a white T-shirt on the inside, a pair of black pants and black and white canvas shoes; 183 cm, tall and strong, showing the charm of a man. The sharp-edged facial features, coupled with a slender silver-framed eye, added a bookish air to the opponent''s healthy and sunny temperament.


    Looking at the dressed Al Bevan, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but admire, "This kid is so handsome!"


    Thinking of this, he immediately turned his head to look at Olivia next to him, and after noticing the ''amazing'' expression on her face, he couldn''t help but feel relieved.


    First impression is perfect!


    "Sister, Bruce!"


    "Bastard, did this kid do it on purpose? Didn''t he tell him to call him brother-in-law!" Guo Shouyun complained in his heart.


    "Who is this��?"


    "She is the Olivia Eisley I mentioned to you before, your sister''s best friend! In addition, she is an authentic football fan like you!" Guo Shouyun immediately got up and introduced.


    To do a play is to do a full set. Although Guo Shouyun and Al Bevan cooperated for the first time, they still had a tacit understanding. Even Molly Bevan, who was most familiar with them, didn''t notice the difference.


    "Really?" Al Bevan''s eyes lit up, and after looking at Olivia up and down, he stepped forward and stretched out his right hand towards him, "Hello, my name is Al Bevan. ,Nice to meet you!"


    With a bright smile, a handsome face, and a tall and sturdy figure, in terms of appearance alone, Al Bevan belongs to the best of that kind of men.


    Humans are born with a lack of resistance to beautiful things. This is true for both men and women.


    "Hi, my name is Olivia Eisley!"


    Looking at Olivia, whose face was reddish with excitement in his eyes, Guo Shouyun, who was beside him, said in surprise: "It seems that things are going much smoother than I thought!"


    "Boss, the hotel has brought breakfast!"


    Matthew walked over.


    "Let them advance!"


    "Yes!"


    "I believe you came so early and didn''t eat breakfast, so let''s eat it at my place this time. After eating, let''s go out to play together!" Guo Shouyun stood up and suggested.


    Naturally, no one objected to his words, and Molly Bevan and Olivia did not eat breakfast.


    Men and women do not get tired when they work together, even when they eat. With the addition of Al Bevan, Guo Shouyun obviously felt that Olivia''s attention on him had dropped sharply. This gave him more space to communicate with Molly Bevan. This also fully proves that he pulled Al Bevan over to block the gun. Oh no, it was the correctness that made this marriage happen!


    After breakfast, everyone discussed to visit the ''National Garden''.


    "This kid''s way of picking up girls is really good, and he captured Olivia so quickly!"


    Looking at Al Bevan and Olivia walking in front of them talking and laughing, Guo Shouyun thought.


    "What��s wrong with you?"


    Noticing Molly Bevan''s slightly strange expression, and following her gaze, Guo Shouyun said in surprise after taking a look at the two people walking in front.


    After hesitating for a while, "Is El pursuing Olivia again?"


    "My God, what an obvious thing!" I thought so in my heart, but Guo Shouyun didn''t say so.


    "Really?" After a pause, pretending to look at the two of them a few times, "It really looks like what you said. However, this is also a good thing. Al and Olivia are talented and beautiful, and they have the same thing as football. hobbies, it is very suitable to be together!"


    "But Al is too careless I''m afraid he will regret Olivia in the future!"


    The virtues of her younger brother, Molly Bevan, as her elder sister, is the clearest. She didn''t want to see her best friend hurt emotionally by her brother.


    "This looks good on you!"


    "What''s the meaning?"


    "You are Ai Er''s sister. When the time comes, watch him more closely, and don''t let him mess around outside!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "You''re right! I''m his sister, and I''m responsible for him!"


    Molly, who looked at Al Bevan with a determined expression, showed an attitude of ''training'', ''cultivation'' and ''responsibility''.


    Seeing this, Guo Shouyun was heartbroken and secretly mourned for Al Bevan. No matter how strong a man is, once a woman is entangled, he will shed a few layers of skin inside and out, and don''t even think about passing the test.


    "Ah...!"


    Al Bevan, who suddenly felt cold behind him, sneezed involuntarily.


    "Are you OK?"


    Olivia cared.


    "It''s okay!" After shaking his head, he turned to look at Guo Shouyun and Molly Bevin, who were all focused on him. Without noticing anything unusual, he shouted, "Sister, brother-in-law, hurry up!"


    "Brother-in-law?"


    Glancing at the man next to her, Molly Bevan blushed and lowered her head involuntarily.


    And Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction.


    "This kid is still on the road!"


    Afterwards, the four of them spent a day playing in famous attractions in and outside Athens. After returning to Ashley''s house in the evening, Al Bevan, as Molly Bevin''s younger brother, was warmly welcomed by the Ashley family. Because of football, Al Bevin even integrated into the Ashley family faster than Guo Shouyun. If it weren''t for the lack of rooms in Ashley''s house, I''m afraid this guy could stay there at night.

 Chapter 138： Paradise Island

    Chapter 138 Paradise Island


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    "Today we''re going to the ball. What are you wearing so formal?"


    Early the next morning, looking at Guo Shouyun, who was almost in a suit, Al Bei said in surprise. -79 novel network-


    "I''m not going to watch the Kos team game, or else I''ll be between you and Olivia, you''ll be uncomfortable, and I''ll be uncomfortable too!"


    Al Bei nodded, and he still agreed with Guo Shouyun''s decision. But soon he came back to it again, "If you don''t go, what about my sister?"


    Facing his vigilant eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "I have discussed with your sister and I will go back to England today. She wants to take me to meet your father!"


    "See my dad?"


    "Um!"


    "Hey, go. My dad will love you for sure!"


    Looking at Al Bei''s malicious eyes, Guo Shouyun knew that Lao Bei was definitely not easy to deal with. He also saw "Meet Your Father-in-law" played by Ben Stiller. But it doesn''t matter, he has already figured out what to do.


    "I saw you and Olivia chatting so happily yesterday. How about it, is my suggestion correct?" Guo Shouyun changed the subject.


    "It''s okay." Al Bay shrugged.


    Although he was very satisfied with Olivia in his heart, he would never bow his head in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Then I''m relieved! ... You try to go to France early, and my $1 million can be prepared in advance!"


    "Wait for me to transfer money obediently!" Al Bay said confidently.


    "Then I''m waiting for your good news! Let''s go!"


    Greeting Al Bay out of the hotel, the two came to Ashley''s house together, "I almost forgot, this is the key card for the hotel room. I checked in for a week, and I''ll give it to you!"


    "Then I''m welcome!"


    Watching Al Bay take over the room card. Guo Shouyun greeted them, and the two got off the car from the left and right. After knocking on the "door" of the courtyard smoothly, they were led by the servants to the living room. Inside, the Eisleys were already wearing red and white striped shirts representing the home team of Olympiacos.


    Looking at their excited looks, this family is not only the team owner, but also a big fan of the Kos team. However, among the "fans" of Ashley''s family, wearing a light blue "color" jacket and a small dome pink "color" hat, Molly Bay, who has a relaxed and elegant temperament, is a conspicuous exception.


    "Al, Bruce, are you here?"


    Seeing the two come in, Maniatis, who is also Olivia''s brother, came first. When we were chatting last night, the nearly thirty-year-old Greek with a straight personality had a good impression of the two of them.


    After nodding and greeting the other members of the Ashley family, Guo Shouyun walked over to Molly Bay.


    "Are you all packed?"


    "Um!"


    "Bruce, Molly said you were going back to England today?" Mrs Asley came over and asked.


    "I''m happy with Molly, so I''m going to visit her family!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "But can''t you wait until the game is over before leaving? Today is a big day for the Kos team!" Olivia said dissatisfied.


    After Rick Eisley''s popular science, he already understood the grievances between Olympiacos and Panathinaikos, as well as the heat of the German war between the two sides. However, since Molly Bay, football games are really not very attractive to Guo Shouyun!


    "Okay, Olivia! There''s a lot more after the Kos game. But visiting Molly''s family isn''t an important opportunity for Bruce! I support his decision!" Rick Eisley came over laughed.


    Olivia pouted, already attracted by El Bey, she no longer cares about Molly and Guo Shouyun as much as before!


    "Uncle Rick, Aunt India, let''s go first!" Molly Bay said.


    "I asked the driver to take you to the airport!" Rick Eisley said.


    "No need!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand quickly, "Hilton''s special car will take us to the airport. In addition, you have to go to the ball game, the time conflicts with us, so there is no need to send it. I believe we will have many more opportunities in the future. Meet!"


    "Molly, Bruce welcomes you to come to Ashley''s house next time!" Rick Ashley nodded.


    The two agreed, and after saying goodbye to the Ashley family, they walked out of the ''door'' as they sent off.


    "What are you thinking?"


    Seeing how Al Bay was watching the shadow of the car receding intently, Olivia said well.


    "Nothing! Let''s go!"


    Al Bay shook his head. He always felt that Guo Shouyun''s farewell today was too abrupt and abnormal! But couldn''t think of anything out of the ordinary.


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    "Are you really going to visit my house?"


    Sitting in the car Molly Bay asked.


    "Yeah. Didn''t we talk about it on the phone last night?" Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed.


    "But why do I always think you just want to take the opportunity to get out of here?"


    Facing Molly''s suspicious eyes, Guo Shouyun''s heart bulged, and he quickly said "haha", "How is it possible. There is absolutely no such thing!"


    Seeing his sworn expression, Molly Bay didn''t ask any further questions.


    "My father is not easy to get along with, you have to be mentally prepared!"


    "I''ve seen this when I first met you, don''t worry!" Guo Shouyun patted his chest, full of self-confidence.


    After speaking, he raised his hand to check the time, and then secretly kicked the driver''s seat in front. Matthew, who was driving, gave Guo Shouyun a knowing look through the mirror.


    "Boss, I''m sorry, I didn''t get a direct flight ticket from Athens to London!"


    "What? Didn''t buy it?"


    "Um!"


    "Why didn''t you tell me earlier!"


    "I forgot when I was packing my luggage! But don''t worry, we can transfer to Rome or Paris!" Matthew said quickly.


    "Remember to notify me in time if this happens in the future!" Guo Shouyun said dissatisfied.


    "Yes!"


    "Molly, we might have to delay some time!"


    "It''s okay! Let''s turn around!"


    Seeing this, Guo Shouyun nodded, and a smug smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.


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    "This is Rome, this is Paris, this is London?"


    In a high-end resort hotel on Paradise Island, Molly Beizheng, who was coaxed by Guo Shouyun to the Maldives, made a big splash.


    "Hey, Molly. You know I definitely planned to go back to the UK with you. But it''s too early for Christmas. It''s too cold in the UK, and even if we go back, we won''t have a place to relax, so why don''t we come to the Maldives for a few days. Look how warm it is here, sea breeze, beach, sunshine, coconut trees, isn''t it the most suitable holiday destination?!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s stubborn expression, Molly Bay rolled her eyes and said angrily, "Do you mean to say that you lied to me or are you good for me?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun said boldly.


    "you��!"


    He hurriedly hugged the beautiful woman''s soft waist and blocked Molly Bay''s upside-down eyebrows.


    "For you, and for me. Why should we have some space for two. Don''t you think this is the right place?"


    Looking at his strange eyes, Molly Beixin inexplicably burst out a ''torrent'' current, and her body became slightly hot. However, when Guo Shouyun was about to come over, she was pushed away angrily.


    "The lady is still angry!"


    The words fell, and regardless of Guo Shouyun''s stunned expression, Shi Shiran turned around and returned to his room.


    Hearing the ''door'' closing, Guo Shouyun''s face ''revealed'' a hint of annoyance.


    "If only I took the initiative just now. But it doesn''t matter, there is still time!" Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun beckoned.


    Matthew next to him came over immediately after seeing it.


    "boss!"


    "Go to the hotel and ask where you can rent a yacht. Then go and help me rent the biggest one."


    "Yes!"


    After agreeing, Matthew pushed the ''door'' and walked out.


    After he left, Guo Shouyun walked to the closed ''door'' and knocked, "Molly, come here. Let''s go to the beach outside. Look how good the sun is today!"


    "I''m not interested, I''ll go to you!"


    "Don''t! How boring I am!"��


    Guo Shouyun kept coaxing and begging for nearly an hour, before finally getting Molly Bay to change her mind. Eliminated the sullenness that had accumulated in the heart of being tricked into Maldives before.


    Paradise Island is a five-star island among many islands in the Maldives, and its scenery is naturally ''color''. Thoughtful and comprehensive service facilities are enough to make people feel comfortable.


    After lingering on the beach outside for half an afternoon, under the influence of the scenery, Molly Bay also began to think that the itinerary to Maldives was a good decision.


    In the evening, Guo Shouyun asked Matthew to buy some vegetables and ''meat'', and ''get'' a barbecue on the ''open'' table at the top of the room. Riding the sea breeze, admiring the sparkling seascape under the moonlight in the distance, hearing the waves of the sea, eating grilled meat, and drinking red wine is simply a kind of enjoyment.


    Even Molly Bay, who likes to be vegetarian, has let go of her appetite in this unparalleled atmosphere.


    "Molly, try my baked ''chicken'' wings!"


    The technique of eating self-service barbecue exercises all my life Let Guo Shouyun test the ''chicken'' wings that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Confused'' Molly Bay was impulsive.


    "But I have eaten several skewers of lamb ''meat'' just now!"


    "You only ate a few skewers. I''ve eaten more than 20 skewers just now. It''s alright!"


    After hesitating for a while, I still eat ''desire''~ Wang took over the wind, took the ''chicken'' wings handed over by Guo Shouyun, "If I eat fat, you are not allowed to dislike me!"


    "Of course not!" Guo Shouyun said firmly.


    Perhaps because of the one-quarter Chinese blood, Molly Bay is thin. And her eating habits, coupled with her ''sex'' who usually likes to exercise, it''s strange that she can gain weight.


    "Red wine with grilled ''meat'' is the real delicacy. Come, let''s toast!"


    "Ding��!"


    Molly Bay nodded, raised her glass and touched Guo Shouyun.

 Chapter 139： Go to Wushan

    Chapter 139: Going to Wushan


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    After the two took a sip each, "Molly, can you tell me about your family? Of course, Al is fine. ����.�����S.���� is updated very quickly."


    "My family? Haven''t you met?"


    "Have you met?" I just met your father and Al!"


    "They''re all my family!" Molly Bevan said calmly.


    "Then your mother...? Oh, sorry!" Guo Shouyun, who blurted out, quickly understood, but he couldn''t take back half of what he said.


    "It''s okay. My mother died when I was six!"


    After subconsciously reaching out and tightly holding the beauty''s ''jade'' hand, Guo Shouyun looked at her eyes with infinite pity and affectionate expression: "I will love you and take care of you for Auntie in the future!"


    "Um!"


    Molly Bevan nodded slightly. His fingers curled up, and he held his broad palm. The transfer of each other''s temperature gave each other great comfort.


    "Want to see my family?" Molly Bevan said suddenly after a while.


    "Um?"


    "Wait a minute!"


    After a slight smile, Molly ''pulled'' her hand out of his palm, and quickly took her Kun bag. He quickly took out a red ''color'' wallet, opened it, and ''pulled'' a photo from the side and put it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    In the photo is a handsome man in a white ''color'' shirt, and a beautiful ''woman'' with black ''color'' hair that is five points similar to the current Molly Bevin. In addition, they each held a child in their arms.


    "This is... a family portrait?"


    "Hmm. This is a picture of my parents when they were young! I was three years old and Al was just born!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and glanced at the cute little girl who was sitting on his father''s ''leg'' with a plaited ''flower'' braid, "I can''t see how fat you were when you were young!"


    "Are you fat? Why don''t I think so!"


    No matter what age group, ''fat'' is a topic that ''women'' must never admit.


    "Your mother is ''pretty''. But are you sure this is your father?"


    "certainly!"


    Seeing Molly''s affirmative look, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help shaking his head, "In any case, he can''t take the photo of a handsome man three points more handsome than Xiaobei, like the greasy and dirty guy he met at the bar last time. A bit of a sloppy uncle overlapped together."


    But think about it, if you don''t have good parents, I''m afraid you won''t be able to have a beautiful ''daughter'' like Molly, and a son like Al Bevan.


    "The years are really a ruthless pig-killing knife. And men and women are all killed!"


    "By the way, where are your grandparents?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "My maternal grandparents have passed away. As for my grandfather and grandmother, I have never heard my father mention it. Thinking about it, she would have died a long time ago!" Molly Bevan said with a bit of melancholy in her tone.


    "I''m done, how about you, Bruce?"


    "Me? I''m simpler than you! I was an orphan since I was a child, and my adoptive father took me back and took care of me. It''s a pity that he passed away in February this year!... So, in this world, apart from you, I am a All alone!" Guo Shouyun shrugged and pretended to be relaxed.


    "I will always be by your side from now on!"


    The tenderness of ''female'' and ''sex'' made Molly Bevan hold Guo Shouyun''s right hand subconsciously.


    "Well! I believe it!"


    Two people facing each other, silently conveying each other''s affection, silent love is better than sound, sweeter than honey.


    "Molly, it''s getting cold, let''s go back to the room!"


    After a while, Guo Shouyun, who was full of ''spring'' in his heart, couldn''t hold back and blurted out his debut.


    "Um!"


    The shy Molly Bevan nodded slightly.


    Guo Shouyun, who couldn''t wait, got up quickly, and in the scream of the other party, he hugged the beautiful woman and walked downstairs quickly.


    Looking at the backs of the two, Matthew, who had come over, naturally understood what was going to happen next. In order to avoid disturbing the good deeds of the two of them, he neatly cleaned up the rest of the barbecue, then took the red wine bottle, walked to the corner and sat down. While eating and drinking, he also began to miss his family.


    "I''m not ready yet!"


    "It doesn''t matter, there is no need to prepare for this kind of thing!"


    "Will I get pregnant?"


    "If you are pregnant, you will be born, I can afford it anyway!"


    "You can''t fail me in the future!"


    "Of course! I swear to God!"


    "Olivia said it would hurt the first time for something like this!"


    "She lied to you. You want to come again when this kind of thing is comfortable!"


    "Ah, where are you, where are you...?"


    "Hey, baby! This is the size that a real Jagged Man should have!... Here I come!"


    Accompanied by a groaning full of pain and a few regretful cries, a blushing and heartbeat sound brewed in the quiet night''s ''color''.


    I don''t know how long it took before the sound stopped. But after a while it rang again.


    "The boss is really amazing. I haven''t met such a person who can compare with me for many years!" Matthew Bloom, who was eating and drinking, said to himself. Of course, even if it is really exceeded, he will never admit it. It''s a matter of man''s dignity.


    The day''s plan is in the morning, and as the warm sunlight ''shots'' in through the glass, the situation in the room becomes clear.


    On the big ''bed'' surrounded by scattered clothes, covered by a thin and elegant quilt, a man and a ''woman'' were clinging to each other and sleeping soundly.


    From the dry tears at the corners of the ''woman'' eyes and the slightly wrinkled brows, she could feel that she must have been ''destroyed'' very badly last night.


    However, her rosy skin and the surging ''spring'' love at the corners of her eyes and brows added a different kind of charm to her.


    Under the urging of the biological clock, Guo Shouyun''s consciousness gradually woke up. After slowly opening my eyes, I can clearly see everything that happened last night, recalling the unparalleled ultimate enjoyment, feeling the soft body in my arms, breathing the fragrance of a beautiful woman''s bun, and the exuberant ''essence'' of a nineteen-year-old man. With the strength and the blessing of the early morning, a flame quickly flowed from the lower abdomen to the whole body.


    Driven by instinct, after subconsciously ''kneading'' the right hand on the ''chest'' of the beauty in his arms, he pulled it into his arms. In an instant, the two who were close to each other became even closer.


    "do not!"


    Molly, who had sobered up, felt the growing firmness in her groin, and subconsciously wanted to stop it. But she didn''t wait for her to respond. Then I felt my slender ''legs'' being forcibly separated, and then a strange yet familiar feeling filled my empty heart again.


    I don''t know how long it took, and the initial violent storm gradually calmed down. Guo Shouyun smiled complacently when he saw the beauty panting, covered in sweat, and lying on his sturdy body.


    "Hey, get comfortable!"


    Before he could finish his words, Molly Bevan, who seemed to be exhausted, suddenly turned her head, showing her snow-white teeth and biting him on his shoulder.


    "Ah, you are a dog, why do you still bite people!"


    "It''s you who bit me, and by the way, I''ll let you feel what it''s like to be in pain!" Jasmine Bevan said fiercely.


    However, she frowned and stared at her face with the boundless wind after joy. Not only did she not have the slightest evil image, but she was somewhat charming and seductive.


    After taking a look at the fine red teeth marks on the left shoulder, Guo Shouyun stared at the beautiful woman behind him, who was still beautiful, and at the same time added a three-point "gorgeous" beauty. After a slight smile, he suddenly raised his right hand. '' One shot on the other''s towering snow ''butt''.


    "Yeah! You...!"


    Molly, who was attacked in her ''private'' secret place, screamed subconsciously, but before she could continue speaking, she changed her color! The familiar heat in her groin became firm again. ''stand up.


    Just when Guo Shouyun was about to start the Second World War, there was a knock on the door of the room.


    "Who?"


    Guo Shouyun, who was interrupted, was dissatisfied.


    "Boss, breakfast is ready!"


    "Understood, you eat first!"


    At this moment, while Guo Shouyun was talking and distracted, Molly Bevan, who had regained her strength after a short rest, took the opportunity to flip over from him, and then she was overwhelmed and covered her charming Bai Nenjiao. body.


    "You go out, I''m going to change clothes!"


    Guo Shouyun, who felt a little pity in his heart, said: "We are all like this, you are afraid that I am here when you change your clothes!"


    "You guys are like cows, I don''t want to be tossed by you again!"


    "Okay, judging from your reluctance to be regarded as a compliment, I will let you go with reluctance!" He knew that it was impossible to make Molly give in, but he didn''t force it. After all, the love of fish and water is such a thing, it is more felt when the two are in love!


    "Whoa...!"


    He stretched out his hand and pulled the thin pieces of his body away, and let the golden ''color'' sunlight ''shoot'' on his sturdy body that had been exercised after years of playing basketball.


    The streamlined muscle ''meat'' unique to Asians is more in line with the aesthetics of most ''women''. Just like Molly, after seeing her lover''s body so naked, she couldn''t look away. Knowing that Guo Shouyun''s eyes were turned, he blushed and looked to the side.


    After laughing ''hehe'', he jumped off the ''bed''. After finding his clothes on the ground and putting them on, he packed Molly''s inner and outer clothes and put them on the head of the ''bed''.


    "You wash and pack up, I''ll be waiting for you outside!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun pushed open the ''door'' and walked out.


    It was not until the sound of closing the door that Molly Bevan was relieved. After waiting for a while, after confirming that Guo Shouyun would not come back, he opened the thin quilt first, and from the inside, he found the long and beautiful ''legs'' that had always been white and delicate, slender and fit, with round toes painted with red ''color'' nail polish.


    "Um!"


    Molly, who was hurt by her ''private'' secret place, frowned slightly.


    "It''s all that bad guy!"


    I complained, and when the pain subsided, I moved my body out of the ''bed'' and ''plugged in'' the room''s door before I completely relaxed. However, when she turned her head and looked at the ''bed'', her pretty face was blushing again. I saw a bright ''bright'' virgin red on the white ''bed'' sheet, like a plum ''flower''.


    Thinking of what her grandmother said to herself when she was a child, Molly Bevin stepped forward and folded the ''bed'' sheet and put it away.


    It wasn''t until these things were done that she walked into the bathroom next to her.

 Chapter 140： New York Times review

    Chapter 140 The New York Times Review


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    "Matthew, you did a great job. The breakfast was great!"


    Guo Shouyun was very satisfied when he saw that there was a large table full of breakfast, and most of them could supplement protein.


    "Thank you for the compliment from the boss, it''s good to make you satisfied!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Have you eaten? If you haven''t, sit down and eat a piece!"


    "I''ve eaten!"


    "That''s good! By the way, have I ordered the yacht you booked?"


    "Booked!"


    "Show me the information!"


    "Why don''t you have breakfast first and then watch it?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "I''ll wait for Molly!"


    Two people who love each other will feel more when they eat together.


    Matthew nodded, turned around and took out a document from his room and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    "Faraday? This name is really unusual!"


    After muttering, Guo Shouyun opened the information behind. In the attached photo, the white three-decker yacht is beautiful. The length of 30 meters also ensures enough space and abundant entertainment facilities.


    "How much is the rent?"


    "15,000 raffia an hour!"


    Rufiyaa is the currency of the Maldives, and its value is equivalent to half of the Chinese currency and one-sixteenth of the US dollar.


    "That''s it!" After returning the information to Matthew, "By the way, can you drive this thing?"


    "meeting!"


    "That''s good. Then we don''t have to find someone else!"


    Seeing that Molly couldn''t get out for a while, Guo Shouyun took a piece of bread and put it on his stomach, took out the notebook he brought with him, plugged in the internet cable, and opened his mailbox.


    Before he could read it, a dozen unread emails popped out. Guo Shouyun jumped in his heart, thinking that something big had happened. He hurriedly clicked on the email from Cheng Tinghua.


    There is not much content in it, just six words: "Congratulations, Bruce!"


    Guo Shouyun was relieved, "It doesn''t seem to be unfortunate!"


    He opened the emails from Qin Xiao and others at the back, and slowly he understood what was going on. After minimizing the mailbox, he opened Google and found the online version of The New York Times. On the left side of its homepage, the headline "7.5 million in 8 weeks, "The Da Vinci Code" set a new record for US distribution".


    However, this "New York Times" press release does not introduce too much about "The Da Vinci Code". On the contrary, the introduction about him accounts for most of the space.


    "Bruce Guo, a genius who graduated from Stanford University two years early. At the age of nineteen, he has published the "Pirates of the Caribbean" trilogy, "Fifty Shades of Grey" three trilogy, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, The National Treasure Declaration of Independence, Finding Nemo, The Hangover, The Fast and the Furious, and the latest Daredevil A total of 9 "Finch Code"! A total of about 2.73 million words!"


    "��If only in terms of volume, the annual number of 9 publications is amazing, but it is not that no one has done it. But compared to the pure number, each of Bruce Guo''s books has achieved amazing sales. .Not counting "The Da Vinci Code", which has just set a new record in the history of American releases, "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Fifty Shades of Grey" and "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them", which were first published by Bruce Guo, so far It has created 4.55 million sets, 5.37 million sets and 8.37 million copies respectively. The remaining 5 books are all bestsellers with sales of over one million.��


    "Bruce Kuo, he has accomplished in less than a year what no one else has accomplished in a lifetime. There is no doubt that this year''s Forbes Celebrity list, Dan Brown, Stephen King and James Patterson will all be Overshadowed by him. It is a great honor that we will witness the birth of a ruling American nation!"


    "This guy isn''t my fan, is he?"


    The tone of admiration in the writing, and the compliments that are not stingy, even Guo Shouyun felt a little embarrassed when he saw it. And, Dan Brown, Stephen King, and James Patterson are all masters who have made their name in American popular circles for decades.


    Comparing myself with these people made Guo Shouyun, the "Wen copy master", tremble in his heart.


    "In the future, unless it is a top bestseller, I will never use my own pseudonym!"


    Guo Shouyun secretly decided in his heart.


    After all, copying books is not a long-term solution. It is not harmful to use them when there is a lack of funds at the beginning, but it will take a long time in the future. If something goes wrong in the middle, his face will be lost!


    Just as Guo Shouyun was planning his future writing catalogue, there was also an exchange happening about him in New York on the other side of the Atlantic.


    "Ding ding...!"


    The spoon slowly stirred the coffee in the cup, and because of the uneven force, a crisp but not harsh collision sounded from time to time.


    After feeling that the color was about the same, Blank Finn put down the spoon, picked it up and took a sip.


    "Less sugar added!"


    "The bitter taste of St. Helena coffee is better." John Jamison laughed.


    "I still prefer something sweeter, which makes me think of a lot of pleasant things!" After a pause, "Did you read the New York Times yesterday?"


    "Hmm! Quite an astonishing report that Mr. Bush became the final winner of the presidential race!"


    "John, you know that''s not what I''m talking about!" Blank Finn looked directly at the man sitting across from him.


    "Bruce Guo?"


    "Not bad!" Blank Fein nodded, "I thought I knew enough about him before, but now it seems that our talented writers will never see the end. Google, LinkedIn, etc., let''s not talk about it. , The income he created from writing alone is close to one-fifth of our Goldman Sachs profit this year! Such an ability is really admirable, even enviable!"


    "The most important thing is that he''s only nineteen!" John Jamison added.


    "Yeah!" After nodding, Blank Fein glanced at the partner opposite, "We are here and you have had face-to-face contact with him, I think you should have a deeper understanding and understanding of Bruce Guo. know?"


    After John Jamison nodded, there was a trace of thought and memory on his face.


    "Bruce Guo, my first impression of him is that he is young. Nineteen is an enviable age. Also, I am impressed by his confidence and agility. I have met many talented young people, It even includes the descendants of many big families. But even compared to them, Bruce Guo doesn''t feel inferior to me, even better than most of them!"


    "Then he has no flaws?"


    "Of course there is. Stubbornness, young man''s frizz, immature business skills, all these exist in him." John Jamison said.


    "And there''s rashness!" Blank Finn smiled.


    "It depends on how you look at it! Leveraging a huge capital of 3 billion US dollars and entering the capital market to short a giant like Enron, he did not even consider the risks after failure. It seems that his decision is indeed extremely aggressive and serious. It seems a little stupid to say it. But from another point of view, this is also the courage that ordinary people cannot match! From his point of view, I am afraid that there are few people in the world who have the courage to confront the huge Enron head-on, including You and me!" John Jamison said slowly, narrowing his eyes slightly.


    After Blanc Fein thought for a while, he smiled and nodded.


    "His intervention is not only hated by the people of Enron. Even the **** and Citigroup also have a headache! $3 billion is not a small amount!"


    "Of course! And his generosity indirectly contributed to our actions against Enron!" John Jamison added.


    "Yeah! If it wasn''t for him at the beginning, even if I sensed that there was an opportunity in Enron''s stock, I would not have placed such a heavy bet. ... However, a person is too dazzling, and always makes people jealous. !"


    John Jamison was silent, and after thinking for a moment, "Blank, should I suggest that Goldman Sachs not get involved?"


    "Why? Do you think that a Bruce Guo who has no roots can still fight against Enron and her huge allies?" Blank Fein''s eyes shone brightly.


    "Of course not! However, compared to An Ran who has already set in the west, the current Bruce Guo is like the sun that has just risen in the morning. One is destined to fall, and the other is destined to shine. Smart people know how to choose. And, even if they succeed this time. Do you think that with the cards in Bruce Guo''s hands now, and even his talent, will it really fall apart?"


    After a pause John Jamison''s eyes revealed a deep wisdom, "Also, **** people are very shrewd. They won''t really kill Bruce. . More may just plan to take this opportunity to get more of the benefits they want from Bruce Guo. After all, whether it is LinkedIn, Google, as well as Matrix, Thorn Birds have great potential and Potentially lucrative. Besides, the two-sided nature of the Morgans is a Wall Street secret!"


    "Maybe we can follow Morgan and take this opportunity to get more benefits?" Blank Fein said after thinking for a moment.


    "We''re not Morgan! Morgan and Bruce Guo have zero friendship, so they can choose to be a villain first, but we''re not the same." John Jamison shook his head slowly, "If we force it in, only It will destroy the increasingly close relationship between us and Bruce. In the future, when the companies with amazing potential under his management are listed in the future, there may not be a chance for us at Goldman Sachs! It is worth the loss! Moreover, Wall Street has concentrated capital from all over the world, Enron''s The Allies are huge, but they are nothing compared to the whole world. I believe that driven by interests, many capitals and groups are willing to stand up and share the pressure for Bruce. "


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    Chapter 141 Yachting


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    "Once the appetite of capital is opened, it is not so easy to satisfy. Do you think Bruce has the courage of a strong man to break his wrist?"


    "Yes!" John Jamison affirmed, "although we only met once, and there were not many opportunities to communicate later. But I believe that when it comes time to give up, he will definitely do the most correct. choose."


    "It seems that you are really optimistic about him!"


    "Anyone who can start from scratch in less than a year and earn hundreds of millions of dollars for himself is worthy of my optimism. And Bruce Guo''s worth is more than 100 million. According to the latest news, Silicon Valley Venture Capital is leading the way. Ying''s valuation has exceeded $400 million! Not to mention that he has more than one LinkedIn."


    Blank Fein nodded, maybe he didn''t know Guo Shouyun as well as John Jamison. But his understanding of the industries under Guo Shouyun''s hands is definitely not inferior to, or even better than, the other party. This is why he consulted the other party''s opinion and did not immediately decide to join the ranks of the Enron Allies. In the final analysis, there are still huge interests, which makes it difficult for him to judge.


    After pondering for a while, Blank Fein continued: "But ****''s proposal is very tempting. If we refuse, Goldman Sachs will lose a lot of profits!"


    "Morgan''s proposal is really hard to refuse. But Bruce is short Enron''s capital of more than 3 billion US dollars. This is a weight second only to us, why not pull him? I think if this is the case, we will have more money. Large operational space, stronger ability to resist risks!" John Jamison said.


    "That''s why we need him to stay there. A huge but insignificant weight, although it restricts Enron''s stock price, it also reduces the volatility range of its stock price curve in a disguised form. In addition, insider trading matters, Or try not to let too many people participate. Otherwise, it will dilute our profits and increase uncontrollable risks! Besides, the people of Enron don''t want to see that guy!"


    After some thought, John Jamison nodded.


    "By the way! Didn''t Bruce Guo mention to us last time that his second abs securities would be issued by us? It''s about the same time now, and his sales are also hot. I think it''s time for him to fulfill his promise! "


    "I''ll call him!" John Jamison said.


    "Then do it as soon as possible. I believe that Merrill, who has already tasted the sweetness once, will not miss this opportunity! Don''t let them take the lead!"


    ��


    "Why haven''t you had breakfast yet?"


    After washing up, Molly Bevin, who put on new clothes, looked at the hearty breakfast in the dining room that was almost untouched, and asked her lover who was sitting on the sofa in surprise.


    Buttoned up the laptop, got up and walked over, grabbed the beautiful woman''s slender waist, smelled the seductive fragrance lingering on the tip of her nose, and looked at the breathtaking beauty so close at hand, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Isn''t this to wait for you? Moreover, how could I be willing to eat such a delicious breakfast alone!"


    The eyes and words full of love made Molly Bevin''s heart sweet, and she slightly raised her full red lips: "You still have a conscience!"


    "Of course, you are my dearest baby!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun came to the table with the beautiful lady by the hand.


    "It''s rare that Matthew prepared such a hearty breakfast. Let''s enjoy it quickly. To serve you last night, I was already hungry!"


    "You... you bad guy!"


    Molly Bevan, who is not very good at swearing, glared at the man opposite her with a blushing face. How can such a private thing be said in public, while Matthew is still standing there.


    With a ''hehe'' smile, Guo Shouyun picked up his chopsticks indifferently and put a piece of beef on Molly''s plate before it was his turn.


    "I eat first!"


    The words fell, and before Molly could speak, he had already opened his mouth and stuffed the whole piece of beef in. I don''t know how many Jiro last night. I exercised again in the morning. When 80% of the whole process was under the condition of his exertion, it was really cool, but my stomach was already growling with hunger.


    "Eat slowly, there''s a lot more here!"


    Seeing his appearance, Molly hurried over with a glass of milk while caring.


    "Don''t worry, I have a thick throat and a big appetite, I''m fine!" He waved his hand indifferently, "You can eat it too, we''ll go out for a walk after eating, it''s a rare visit to the Maldives!"


    Molly Bevan nodded, was tossed by Guo Shouyun all night, and then had another morning exercise, and she was already hungry.


    But compared to Guo Shouyun''s gobbling, Molly Bevan still sticks to her ladylike demeanor and eats in small bites.


    A small part of the hearty breakfast was eaten by Molly, and the rest went into Guo Shouyun''s stomach.


    "Ah, so full!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was full of food and drink, leaned back on the chair and touched his stomach, his face full of contentment. When you are hungry, the enjoyment and pleasure brought by eating a hearty and delicious meal is sometimes no less than making ~ love! This is one of the reasons why there are always so many foodies in the world.


    "You are really a cow, no wonder you can eat so much!"


    Molly Bevan said by the side.


    "Not only can I eat, but I have good physical strength and can work!" Guo Shouyun winked at her.


    The not-so-difficult meaning in the words made Molly Bevan blushed. After getting up and glaring at her, "I''m too lazy to care about you!"


    "Where are you going?"


    "bathroom!"


    "I''ll go as well!"


    "boom��!"


    In response to Guo Shouyun, the door slammed hard.


    After smiling indifferently, he turned his head to look at the bright sunshine outside the window, "Today is a good day for sea play, but it''s a pity that Molly has just been injured and can''t get wet! Otherwise, you can appreciate the beauty of him and her in bikinis. Photographed!"


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    At this moment, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone suddenly rang.


    He took it out and saw that the caller ID made him want to hang up. But think about it, anyway, the main purpose of his coming to Maldives this time has been achieved.


    "Hey, why did it take so long to answer my call?" As soon as the answer button was pressed, the dissatisfied voice of Al Bevan came over.


    "It''s a bit late to hear. By the way, you''re not making out with Olivia in Athens, why don''t you call me?!"


    "If it wasn''t for my sister, I wouldn''t bother to call you. By the way, where did you kidnap my sister? Why did my dad say I didn''t see her coming home? According to your schedule, it should have arrived yesterday!"


    "Cough! It''s still early Christmas, so we decided to play around. As for the UK...we''ll be back in a few days!"


    "Ah...! Bruce, I understand, I was deceived by you again...!" On the other side of the phone, Al Bevin said a little frantically.


    "Call my brother-in-law, or I will withdraw!"


    "You... you are cruel!" After gasping for a few breaths, Al Bevan said in a bad breath, "Has my sister been eaten and wiped clean by you?"


    "Nothing. Molly is quite principled, as a younger brother, you should know this!" Although he was proud, he firmly denied it in his words. Otherwise Al Bevan is endless, and he has a headache too.


    "Of course my sister has principles, but I can''t stand you being too cunning. By the way, where are you? I want to go over there!"


    "Impossible, you''d better take care of yourself first. What''s a big man to follow behind your sister''s **** every day? Look at your brother-in-law and my career, and then look at yourself. Don''t you feel ashamed? Don''t you think? Should I work harder? Well, that''s it for now. When you have settled Olivia and the French order, call me again." After the words were finished, he did not refute Al Bevan. Opportunity to hang up the phone directly.


    After taking a deep breath, Guo Shouyun proudly said with his mobile phone: "This stinky boy wants to come over to be a light bulb again, but there is no door!"


    "Squeak...!"


    With the slight friction, Molly Bevan pushed the door and walked out of the bathroom.


    "Someone called you just now?"


    "The company''s affairs have been dealt with! Have you packed up? If you pack up, let''s go out for a walk together. It''s rare for the weather outside to be so good!"


    Molly Bevan glanced at the beautiful seascape with sun, sand, waves and green trees outside, and she was quite moved.


    "Wait a minute, I''ll touch up my makeup and change clothes by the way!"


    "Hey, you are already very beautiful now!" Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    He knows very well that women don''t spend half an hour on makeup, don''t think they can go out with you.


    Watching Molly Bevan walk into the bedroom with a deaf ear, Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly and sighed.


    "Yes, some have been waiting!"


    Fortunately, Molly, who is naturally beautiful, didn''t wear makeup for a long time, and Guo Shouyun didn''t wait too long. After half an hour, the two took a walk outside together. After having lunch at noon, I asked Matthew to prepare the fishing tackle and some barbecue items in the afternoon, Guo Shouyun and Molly packed up some clothes and daily necessities, and moved on to the ''Faraday'' of Italian yachts.


    However, because of the limited voyage, Guo Shouyun did not let Matthew drive the yacht too far from the island. Only after he could not see the shadow of the Maldives Islands behind, he asked him to stop the yacht. Even so, it is enough for Guo Shouyun to experience the blue sea and blue sky, the vast world, the feeling of being left behind and independent!


    "Matthew, where''s my tackle?"


    Standing on the plywood at the back of the boat, looking at the vastness of the sky and the water, Guo Shouyun who was interested in fishing suddenly came and greeted him.


    "Boss, I''ll get it for you!"


    Matthew hurried into the cabin. After glancing at his back, Guo Shouyun raised his head and aimed his gaze at the top of the yacht, leaning on the railing, wearing a pink and white wide felt sun hat with a bow on his head, wearing a white corset long skirt, in a soft light. Under the sea breeze, she looks extraordinarily beautiful and intellectual.


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    "Molly, do you want a piece of fishing?"


    "No. I''ll watch you fish from above!" Molly refused gently.


    "Okay! I''ll show you my fishing skills too! You must know that your husband and I was the fishing champion in Santa Rosa County." Guo Shouyun said complacently.


    "Boss, the fishing tackle is here!"


    He took the highly elastic fishing rod handed over by Matthew, hung up the bait, tidied up the fishing line, and threw the swim bladder into the sea.


    After letting Matthew move two more horses, the two sat down at the stern.


    It didn''t take long for Guo Shouyun''s swim bladder to move.


    "Hey, there''s a fish to hook!" Guo Shouyun said excitedly.


    "Boss, hurry up!"


    Without Matthew''s reminder, Guo Shouyun had already turned the pulley quickly and started to shrink the fishing line. But when the hook surfaced and saw a crab the size of a child''s fist hanging on the hook, Guo Shouyun''s face turned green.


    God is pitiful, he just bragged a lot, ready to show off his fishing skills in front of beautiful women. Now... ugh!


    "It''s the first time, you will definitely catch a big fish later!"


    Guo Shouyun comforted himself, then hung up the bait again, and threw it into the sea again. This time he deliberately threw it farther away.


    It didn''t take long for the swim bladder to move again. Guo Shouyun''s eyes narrowed, and this time he paid extra attention to the operation. But when the fish hook came out after a long call, and it turned out to be a crab again, his face immediately darkened.


    "whee��!"


    Molly''s silver bell-like laughter above her head, and the corners of Matthew''s mouth curled up next to him made Guo Shouyun feel shameless.


    "I don''t believe it anymore! Come again!"


    Facts have proved that Guo Shouyun caught crabs six times in a row, but it turned out to be crabs every time.


    "Could it be that there is a crab nest below!"


    "Boss, why don''t I drive the boat forward?" Matthew couldn''t help saying.


    "Forget it, I won''t catch this rod anymore!" Guo Shouyun shook his head. His enthusiasm for fishing has long been exhausted by the crabs.


    Just when Guo Shouyun got up and was preparing to give up his seat to Matthew, the fishing rod that was originally fixed on the boat was suddenly bent by a large piece.


    Seeing this situation, both of them were stunned for a moment. After looking at each other, they saw the excitement in each other''s eyes.


    "Boss, it must be a big fish this time!"


    "Damn it, I finally caught him!"


    Guo Shouyun, who felt a sullen breath in his heart, immediately grabbed the fishing rod and began to turn the pulley. Better than the previous ones. This time is obviously a lot harder. Moreover, as he shortened the fishing line, the fishing rod also began to shake violently.


    "Matthew, help me, the guy below is really strong!" Guo Shouyun, who was afraid of being run away by this guy, greeted quickly.


    After agreeing, Matthew took two steps forward, holding the fishing rod with both hands, and working with the fasteners on the boat''s side to stabilize the fishing rod. And Guo Shouyun also retracted and released, and began to fish! However, he doesn''t have much fishing experience, so this fishing process is relatively slow and clumsy.


    Fortunately, the quality of this set of fishing tackle is good, and the physical strength of the unknown big fish under the sea is also declining. In this way, after the two sides fought for more than ten minutes, Guo Shouyun caught a big fish that looked like a grinding disc.


    "Good guy, he''s really big, no wonder he''s so strong!"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help saying excitedly when he looked at the big blue-black fish that was oval in shape and nearly 1.5 meters in length.


    "Boss, this looks like a flounder!"


    "It''s really flounder!"


    Guo Shouyun has seen flounder before, because of the obvious features, it is not difficult to identify, but he has never seen such a big one!


    "Boss, I heard that the meat of this thing is very delicious!"


    "Really, then we''re lucky tonight. Come on, let''s pull it up together!"


    Say hello to Matthew, and the two work together to splint the large flounder. Maybe it was the last dying struggle. The big guy who just fell off the splint jumped so hard, his tail slammed, and he almost fell into the sea again. Or Matthew''s quick-witted hands, but pulling the fishing line didn''t make it work.


    "Bruce...!"


    Just when Guo Shouyun was about to greet Matthew the result, Molly''s voice came from behind him.


    "You''re down? Just look, we harvested a large flounder, and we have dinner tonight!"


    Seeing his excited expression, Molly hesitated, "Can you let it go?"


    "What did you say? Let it go?" Guo Shouyun was stunned.


    "Yeah! You see it grows so big, it may be an old uncle. If we kill it, we would be too cruel. Besides, the three of us can''t eat that much."


    Look at Molly''s begging eyes! For the first time, Guo Shouyun noticed that under her usual cool appearance, there was a kind and childlike innocence.


    "Okay, I promise you, let it go!" Guo Shouyun said reluctantly. But who let the other party be his girlfriend, future wife, and future child. And traditional Chinese men are born with their own wife-loving genes!


    It''s more important to make your lover happy than a dinner!


    "Thank you, dear!  �� Boo!"


    Excited, Molly took the initiative to give Guo Shouyun a sweet kiss. This is relatively good, greatly reducing Guo Shouyun''s original unhappiness.


    "Matthew, take off the hook and let this guy go!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s decision, Matthew didn''t say much. After taking off the hook, he grabbed the tail of this large flounder and threw it into the sea again.


    Looking at the big guy who disappeared into the sea after a powerful tail swing, Guo Shouyun secretly said: "It''s a pity!"


    After releasing the large flounder, Guo Shouyun lost interest in fishing. After throwing the fishing rod to Matthew, he began to move the grill from the cabin.


    On a hot day, the breeze is breezy, if you don''t drink two bottles of beer and eat some barbecued meat, you are simply sorry for the surrounding environment.


    With the help of Matthew, the grill was quickly set up. The beef, mutton and vegetables brought by Molly were also prepared quickly.


    They, who had tasted Guo Shouyun''s barbecue skills last night, were particularly active this time under the temptation of delicious food. Also, Matthew was lucky and caught a few sardines. Coupled with the crabs caught by Guo Shouyun, this barbecue is quite rich.


    After blowing a few bottles of beer with Matthew, Guo Shouyun looked at Molly who was wiping his mouth after eating, and an idea suddenly popped into his mind.


    "Molly, you see the atmosphere is so good, why don''t you sing us a song?"


    "Singing?" Molly was stunned, but quickly shook her head, "I don''t sing well, so forget it!"


    "How come? How about I accompany you?"


    "don''t want!"


    Molly Bevin shook her head quite firmly.


    Just when Guo Shouyun was about to continue to say something, a sudden ''boom'' sounded from under the boat.


    "What''s the situation?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise.


    "Looks like something hit our yacht!"


    When the words fell, Matthew put down the beer bottle and stood up. Guo Shouyun followed closely, and the two circled around the boat, but the dark night blocked their sight, and there was no moonlight today, so the visibility on the sea was too low.


    "Look at the fishing rod, it seems to be scratching something!"


    Look in the direction of Molly''s finger. Sure enough, it had been fixed to the stern before, and the smooth fishing rod had now become an arch. With no bait on it, it''s obviously not the fish that''s causing this.


    After the two looked at each other, Matthew immediately said, "Boss, I''ll go get the flashlight!"


    "hurry up!"


    After explaining one sentence, Guo Shouyun walked to the place where the fishing rod was placed at the stern and looked down. With the dim starlight, there was a faint black shadow floating with the sea water. And from time to time, it collided with the yacht, making a ''dong dong'' sound.


    "Boss, the flashlight is here."


    "Take a look at it!" Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    After answering, Matthew turned on the flashlight and looked down. Under the dazzling light, the shadow floating on the sea finally revealed the full picture in front of the two of them.


    "It''s a person!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded solemnly, "Can you see the life and death?"


    "The body is not out of shape, it should be alive!"


    Generally, drowning people, without air in their bodies, will first sink to the bottom of the water, and then putrefaction gas will be produced, and then the corpse will float. In this case, the corpse is heavily swollen and easily recognizable.


    "Do you need to fish it out?" Matthew turned his head and asked.


    "Get it!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and watched without mentioning Molly. And even without her, Guo Shouyun wouldn''t really die.


    In addition, a guy who was injured really wanted to be a demon. He and Matthew both carried guns and killed him in minutes.


    Matthew found a rope from the cabin, let Molly hold the flashlight, and the two worked together to fish the man out of the sea.


    "Put him on the deck first! ... Molly, you go get some towels!"


    "Oh, I see!" After nodding a little flustered, Molly hurried into the cabin to get a towel.


    After she left, Guo Shouyun gave Matthew a look.


    The latter understood, knelt down on one knee, and quickly checked the stranger.


    "Boss This man has three gunshot wounds, one in the thigh, one in the left abdomen, and one in the right shoulder. The left abdomen is the most deadly, and he almost injured his organs! In addition, This Beretta m9 pistol was also found on him, as well as this backpack!"


    After taking over the bulging backpack and Beretta pistol, he glanced briefly and noticed that after Molly came over with a towel, Guo Shouyun inserted the gun into his back waist and put the backpack aside.


    "Bruce, towel!"


    "By the way, Molly! I have to trouble you to find the medicine box, and then get some of my clothes!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile after taking the towel.


    Molly nodded and glanced at the blood-stained, unconscious man on the deck, "He...?"


    "Don''t worry, it''s not dead. It''s just some injuries! Go!"


    After Molly left, Matthew took off the stranger''s coat.


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    "This guy has definitely received very strict combat and military training!" Matthew said seriously.


    In fact, he can see it without him reminding Guo Shouyun.


    On the other side''s strong body, there are more than ten wounds, large and small, especially on the right shoulder, there is an obvious rectangular depression. Anyone with military experience understands that this is practiced shooting all year round and is pushed out by the recoil of the rifle. Anyone with such a mark is a sharpshooter who can wear Yang at a hundred paces.


    In the past, Guo Shouyun learned about the existence of such people from above or from the book. Now seeing with my own eyes the impact and shock brought by it is really indescribable.


    Looking at the other party''s appearance, it is very ordinary. With a stubby head, a not-so-clean beard, and fair but rough skin, half of the ten people who are caught casually in Western society are like this.


    "Boss, this man is very dangerous!"


    After carefully checking the stranger''s up and down again, Matthew stood up and said with a serious expression.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Who do you think he is?"


    "I don''t know. But it is estimated that it is a dangerous occupation such as killer, special agent, mercenary."


    "Can you cure the injury on his body?" Guo Shouyun said after thinking about it.


    "I saw it just now, it''s not too serious, it can be cured!"


    "That''s good. ... Get him to the cabin, briefly treat his injuries, and take good care of him. By the way, when he wakes up, let me know as soon as possible."


    "Boss, I think we should give him some treatment, then give him a lifeboat and let him float away by himself before he wakes up. This way, it will not only take care of our public welfare, but also avoid trouble!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head and refused after thinking about it.


    "Matthew, I understand your intention to put safety first. But with the two of us and the gun, if you can''t stop even one injured person, it''s really a waste of life! And you are the king of soldiers in the Delta, your strength Not much weaker than this person!"


    "Of course I''m better than him, I''m just worried that this person will have an impact on the safety of the boss."


    Matthew has absolute confidence in his own strength.


    "Look, the danger is still under control." After patting him on the shoulder, Guo Shouyun glanced at the unconscious person on the ground and said, "And I''m also curious about this guy''s identity and experience!"


    After Molly found the medicine box and took some of Guo Shouyun''s clothes, the two worked together to carry the person to the lower cabin. The process of treating the wound and taking out the bullet would inevitably be bloody. Guo Shouyun, who did not intend to let Molly see this, brought her to the top. Leave the inside to Matthew.


    After briefly comforting Molly, Guo Shouyun cleaned up the blood stains on the deck of the ship. Then he threw his wet and blood-stained clothes into the sea, then returned to the cabin and opened the wet backpack.


    In addition to a few passports, some magazines, and several thousand dollars in cash, the most intriguing thing is a tin box wrapped in an air bag. There was no lock on the box, and what Guo Shouyun presented to Guo Shouyun after opening it was not what he thought was a treasure or something extraordinary. It''s a photo the size of an adult''s palm.


    The photo turned yellow, apparently it was many years old. In the photo is a very happy little girl who is smiling.


    "it''s beautiful!"


    Molly on the side saw the little girl about five or six years old in the photo, and quickly snatched the photo from Guo Shouyun''s hand.


    Looking at her appearance, it is obvious that the two people''s attention points are 108,000 miles apart.


    Although it is not a precious thing for Guo Shouyun, it is a pity for Guo Shouyun, but looking at the degree of protection of this photo, it is obvious that it is in the hands of that stranger and is extremely precious.


    "Okay, don''t look at it. That''s someone else''s daughter. If you really want it, the two of us will have a few of hers in the future. Make sure it''s not worse than the picture!"


    "Who wants to have a baby for you!" While returning the photo to Guo Shouyun, Molly Bevan gave him a charming glance.


    "Hey, of course it''s you!"


    Guo Shouyun said enthusiastically after wrapping her arms around her slender waist.


    Molly Bevan wrinkled her nose, but when she saw the things on the table, a look of worry appeared on her pretty face.


    "From these things, the people we rescued from the sea are not ordinary, if there is any danger...!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and smoothed her wrinkled brows and comforted: "Don''t worry, we have no grievances or enmity with him, and nothing will happen. Besides, Matthew is an elite special forces soldier in Delta. Your husband and I are also masters who practice fighting all the year round. ,nothing."


    Such reassurance did not completely reassure Molly Bevin. However, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much. After this incident, everything will be restored.


    "what are you doing��!"


    Feeling her lover''s hands making trouble on her body, Molly Bevin blushed and slapped it away.


    "Hey, who made you look so beautiful, you can''t help it. Besides, don''t you want children? If we don''t work hard, where will the children come from!"


    "When did I say I wanted kids... uh!"


    Before she could finish speaking, her sweet cherry lips were already covered by Guo Shouyun''s big mouth. After the two kissed bitterly for a long time, Molly felt panic in her heart, "Don''t be here...!"


    "The cabin is so close to Matthew, you don''t want him to listen to our live broadcast!" After he finished speaking, Guo Shouyun turned Molly''s body over and made her lie on the deck of the ship. The attractive arc made him impulsively turn the white As soon as the skirt was lifted, the whole person was pressed up.


    Guo Shouyun woke up very early the next day, and after glancing at the beautiful woman beside him who was still immersed in sleep, he did not come to another morning exercise. Quietly got out of bed, put on his clothes, covered Molly''s corner, pushed the door and walked out.


    When I came outside, I packed up the things in my backpack, especially the photo. After repacking, I came to the lower cabin.


    "Dong dong...!"


    After knocking on the door, it didn''t take long before Matthew opened the door.


    "How about it?"


    "People have woken up!"


    Nodding, Guo Shouyun walked in with his backpack. Bypassing the front cover, when he looked at the bed, the person lying on it also looked over after hearing the movement.


    The eyes of the two exchanged, and Guo Shouyun instantly felt an indescribable coldness.


    Some people are "cold" in order to use this attitude to keep people from thousands of miles away and avoid trouble, such as Molly. Some people are "cold" because they see through the world and no longer have attachments to all things, such as those real monks. Some people are "cold", but they ignore their lives. They are used to seeing death, they are used to killing, they are used to seeing blood, and their hearts are numb, just like now.


    From this unknown person, Guo Shouyun felt a **** indifference. Fortunately, there is no killing intent.


    "your backpack!"


    After taking a deep breath and stabilizing his mind, Guo Shouyun handed over the backpack in his hand.


    The other party took it over and opened it, and he didn''t care about anything else. After first looking at the photos in the iron box, he nodded, looking at Guo Shouyun with a hint of gratitude in his eyes.


    "thanks!"


    His voice was hoarse, and it gave me goosebumps all over.


    "You''re welcome. Also, this is the Maldives. We''ll be back in a while, and if it''s all right, you can leave when the boat arrives. Of course, you can rest on the yacht for a few days if you trust us."


    The pale stranger nodded.


    Seeing his silence, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much, turned around and walked outside.


    "Wait a moment!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who turned around, "Aren''t you curious about my identity and origin?"


    "Curious, of course. But I don''t want to know, because I don''t want to get Dreadnought into trouble."


    "You are a wise man!"


    After staring at Guo Shouyun for a while, the stranger said.


    "I could take it as a compliment! ... Get some rest!"


    After giving Matthew a wink, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked out. Originally, what he wanted was to spend a few more days at sea on a yacht. But looking at the current situation, it is obviously impossible. With an unknown stranger around, Guo Shouyun and Molly felt insecure when they were in love. Therefore, it is better to return as soon as possible.


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    Apart from the sea view, there is not much to see in Paradise Island. So after staying here for almost a week, Guo Shouyun had already exhausted his fun. He would be back in London long ago if he hadn''t been able to fly with Molly Bevan every day.


    "Hey, I didn''t expect to be reborn, and I still can''t avoid the soap operas of the universe!"


    Looking at Molly Bevin leaning in his arms and being moved by the plot of "Blue Life and Death", Guo Shouyun shook his head helplessly.


    In his two lifetimes, he couldn''t see what''s so good about a TV show that was obviously just an ignorant little girl. Of course, the young and beautiful ''Qiao Mei'' is still very eye-catching.


    However, in terms of looks alone, Qiao Mei seems to be a step behind Molly.


    Just when Guo Shouyun was bored with the beauty of the two, Matthew pushed the door and walked in.


    "boss!"


    Noticing the strangeness in his expression, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Molly, I''ll be back soon!"


    Molly Bevin, who also noticed Matthew, nodded obediently and got up to let Guo Shouyun leave the sofa.


    "Go to the room and talk!"


    The latter nodded and followed Guo Shouyun into the room. After closing the door, Matthew took out a note from his pocket and handed it over.


    After taking a look at the content above, Guo Shouyun''s pupils instantly tightened, and his expression became solemn. After a while, he slowly folded the note into his hand, silently thinking for a while, "When did he leave?"


    "Just this morning."


    "You watched him leave?"


    "No. I went to prepare lunch for him, and he left. Only this note was left in his bedroom Guo Shouyun nodded, "This matter has been rotten since then. In the stomach, no one should mention it. Including your family!"


    "clear!"


    Matthew nodded solemnly.


    "call��!"


    After exhaling a long breath and dissipating the sullenness in his heart, "Matthew, how long have we been in the Maldives?"


    "eight days!"


    "Eight days, three more days will be Christmas Eve, it''s time to go back!" Guo Shouyun said slowly.


    "I''m going to help the boss book a flight back to London tomorrow!"


    "Hmm!"


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    Chapter 144 London


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    Although affected by the North Atlantic warm current, London will not experience minus zero even in winter, but the weather of five or six degrees is not warm. Especially after coming back here after experiencing the heat of the Maldives, neither Guo Shouyun nor Molly Bevin planned to go out to feel the cold.


    Of course, they could go directly to Exeter, but the phone call from Huaxia forced Guo Shouyun to stop here.


    London Heathrow International Airport, at the busy exit, a group of Chinese people who can attract the curious eyes of the people around came out. From the looks of their suits and leather shoes, it is obvious that they are here on a business trip.


    "This is London? It''s much warmer than in the country!"


    A chubby young man with black-rimmed glasses looked at it curiously in private.


    "It also depends on where in the country. Now Pengcheng is definitely hotter than here!"


    The tall and thin young man with black-rimmed glasses also retorted.


    "Mr. Zhang, where are we going next?"


    The most serious expression in the group, the young man who looked a little unsmiling opened his mouth.


    "Hilton Hotel! The boss is waiting for you there!" Zhang Lei said.


    "Then let''s go! It''s not a good feeling to blow the cold wind here!" said Ding Lei, who was talking at the beginning.


    His proposal was approved by everyone, and soon everyone found two cars outside the airport and entered downtown London.


    As one of the largest cities in the world, it also has the same urban disease as other big cities: traffic jams. Fortunately, it was not too serious, but even so, it took nearly twenty minutes to reach the destination.


    After getting out of the car, he briefly looked at the modern hotel building in front of him. Zhang Lei took out his mobile phone and called Guo Shouyun.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    "That''s good. ... I''ve arranged for someone to pick you up. The rooms are also reserved for you. You take them to settle down first, and then you come to my room together."


    "OK!"


    After agreeing, after hanging up the phone, Zhang Lei greeted everyone to enter the hotel.


    Seeing them, a tall, strong white man with a serious expression walked over.


    "May I ask who is Mr. Zhang Lei?"


    After a brief glance at the other party, Zhang Lei took a half step forward, "Hello, I am!"


    After the big man looked at him again, he stretched out his right hand.


    "Hello, my name is Matthew Bloom, the bodyguard next to the boss!"


    "Hi, nice to meet you!"


    After the two briefly shook hands, Matthew continued: "The boss has already arranged rooms for everyone, please come with me! By the way, hand the luggage to the waiter, and they will bring it for you."


    At the same time, the waiters who had been on standby for a long time came over immediately.


    Everyone who is tired from the journey is naturally happy to have someone help. So handing over the luggage is also very happy. After a few minutes of work, a large group of people took the elevator upstairs under the leadership of Matthew.


    In order to leave a good impression on the future bigwigs in the Chinese Internet industry, Guo Shouyun''s accommodation arrangement this time was not sloppy. Although there is no presidential suite, it is a luxurious suite for several hundred pounds a night.


    After taking everyone to settle down in person, Matthew conveyed Guo Shouyun''s words again, "Everyone has traveled tens of thousands of kilometers from China to the UK, and the journey is tiring. Therefore, you can choose to rest first, and then go to see the boss. You can also choose to go now. go!"


    After Ma Huateng glanced at each other, they quickly unified their opinions.


    "We''re not tired. Take us to see Mr. Guo now!"


    "right!"


    "I slept on the plane, but now I am not tired, but full of energy."


    Everyone is twenty-seven or eight-year-old young people, and their energy and physical strength are at their peak. Moreover, Ma Huateng, Ding Lei, and Zhang Zhidong who came with Zhang Lei this time are veritable workaholics, entrepreneurial elites and idealists. Rather than rest, they are more concerned about the big boss''s future plans for Tencent and NetEase.


    Matthew nodded quickly after sweeping across their faces.


    "Please come with me!"


    Then, Matthew took them through the hotel corridor to the presidential suite on the top floor. After knocking on the door, he walked in quickly.


    "Everyone, please come in!"


    As Zhang Lei, who had known Guo Shouyun for a long time, he naturally took the lead. After bypassing the front foyer, a luxurious but solemn living room with a classical English decoration style is presented to everyone.


    "Haha, Li Yu, you lost this time!"


    Guo Shouyun, who heard the movement behind him, stood up with a smile.


    Opposite him, a beautiful woman in a burgundy lady''s suit with shawl and long hair smiled reservedly: "It''s still the boss''s clever trick!"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at her with a smile, but he knew it in his heart. The shrewd woman sitting across from him had the same answer in his heart. Just to please his boss, let him on purpose. Of course, to a certain extent, it is not flattering. After all, Huaxia itself has a culture of respecting superiors.


    However, this unimportant matter passed in a flash in his mind. The really important thing now is to welcome Ma Huateng and Ding Lei. After all, Guo Shouyun will point to them to repeat the success of Tencent and NetEase in their memory.


    While walking towards them, Guo Shouyun''s eyes quickly swept across everyone''s faces. Looking at the Internet bigwigs who are much younger than he remembered, his mind was in a trance for a moment. That feeling is like a superstar who could only look up to suddenly come to my side. He didn''t even notice this feeling in Jeff Bezos, but it suddenly appeared in his heart today.


    Perhaps compared to Jeff Bezos, the people in front of him are more closely related to his life. Guo Shouyun has received more about their entrepreneurial history and life experiences in his past life, and he knows them better. Naturally, it can also bring more shocks.


    However, after nearly a year of shopping experience. Guo Shouyun''s psychological quality will be decisively improved compared to the one he just passed through. Therefore, after just being stunned for a while, it quickly returned to normal.


    "Old Zhang, this year has been hard work!"


    Guo Shouyun stepped forward and hugged Zhang Lei''s body, and briefly patted him on the back. Zhang Lei, who was about to shake hands with him, was stunned by Guo Shouyun''s enthusiasm, and quickly patted Guo Shouyun''s back with a smile in response. Whether it is true or false, the enthusiasm of the other party in front of others makes him feel relieved and touched.


    After a brief hug, the two quickly let go.


    "Boss, let me introduce you to...!"


    "No, I know them all!" Guo Shouyun interrupted him with a smile, and walked half a step forward to the now 29-year-old ''Brother Xiao Ma'', smiling and extending his right hand towards him, "Ma Huateng Sir, I have been in love with you for a long time!"


    Although I don''t understand why the other party''s tone is inexplicably complicated and deliberately close. Brother Xiao Ma, who was not the richest man in China at this time, quickly held Guo Shouyun''s right hand with a respectful expression on his face.


    "You''re welcome! I have heard about Mr. Guo''s deeds in China, but I didn''t expect you to be so young. Besides, your Mandarin is so good!"


    "Thank you. This is also due to the teaching my adoptive father taught me!"


    After calming down, Guo Shouyun took half a step diagonally and stretched out his right hand again, "Ding Lei, I finally see you in person! Your talent in business is admirable."


    "You''re over the top! In terms of business talent, I''m nowhere near as good as Mr. Guo. Your LinkedIn is now the most watched Internet star in Silicon Valley."


    After the two complimented each other, they simply shook hands. However, compared to Ma Huateng, who met for the first time, Guo Shouyun and Ding Lei met for the first time, but they had communicated by phone many times before. The "Legend" online game of Matrix Games is also ready to enter the market under the leadership of NetEase.


    "Mr. Zhang Zhidong, it''s an honor to meet you. Besides, you are much better than me in terms of computer talents!"


    "You''re welcome. I can''t compare to a Stanford computer science master like Mr. Guo in this regard."


    After greeting the four in turn, Guo Shouyun turned around and let Li Yu out.


    "I''m here to introduce to you, this is Ms. Li Yu, a graduate of Huaxia Yenching University and the Business School of Bollinger State University in Ohio. She once served as a senior manager at the Boston headquarters of Fidelity Investments and has extensive investment and management experience. "


    Hearing this, Zhang Lei''s heart moved. Subconsciously, he focused his attention and looked at the other party again, and it happened that Li Yu also looked at him.


    Noticing the expressions on the faces of the two, Guo Shouyun smiled slightly. With Li Yu, and Ken Howery, Hanhua''s chief financial officer. In this way, two Chinese and one foreign are enough to ensure their control over Hanhua, and it will not cause a situation where the tail is too big.


    "Old Zhang, Li Yu will be the president of Hanhua Company in the future. I hope you can cooperate sincerely in the future and bring the company to a higher level!"


    "affim!"


    "certainly!"


    After the two of them finished speaking, they walked a few steps into each other and stretched out their right hands towards each other.


    "I hope to have a happy cooperation with Ms. Li in the future!"


    "Under the same roof in the future, I hope Mr. Zhang will take more care of him!"


    "Since everyone knows each other, please sit down and talk!" After greeting everyone to sit down, Guo Shouyun asked Matthew to bring the drinks he prepared in advance.


    "I have the best Wuyi Dahongpao here, as well as Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee. You can drink whatever you want. You are all your own people here today, so don''t be polite!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun gave Zhang Lei a look. The latter understands that here he and Guo Shouyun knew the earliest and had the closest relationship, so he would naturally take the lead.


    "I love coffee, and I''ve been drooling over the Jamaica Blue Mountains for a long time. Boss, you''re welcome!"


    "Whatever you want. Besides, if you really like it, I''ll send you a jar when you go to America next time!"


    "A gentleman''s word?"


    "It''s hard to chase a horse!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


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    Chapter 145 Tencent and NetEase


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    The equal dialogue between the two eased the somewhat tense atmosphere in the room.


    Under the leadership of Zhang Lei, everyone served tea and poured water, the atmosphere became a little more harmonious, and there was a feeling of chatting with friends. However, Ma Huateng and several people flew to London not for chatting. And Guo Shouyun also knows that time is precious. So after a few simple chats, everyone consciously entered the topic.


    "I brought you three here this time, mainly to talk to you about the development direction of Tencent and NetEase in the next ten years, as well as the shareholding structure and management methods of the two companies!" Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    Ma Huateng, Zhang Zhidong, and Ding Lei were shocked, and after looking at each other, their attention instantly focused. They came to London to meet with Guo Shouyun this time to clarify this issue.


    "Let''s talk about the shareholding structure first! I agree with the 10% management plan that Hanhua discussed with you. As for the remaining 90%! I am going to take out 41% of it and set up Tencent employee shareholding. The foundation, as well as the NetEase Employee Stock Ownership Foundation, are managed by the top management of the two companies!��


    Guo Shouyun''s short but calm words shocked not only Ma Huateng, but also Zhang Lei and Li Yu on the side. If everything is as he said, it means that although Guo Shouyun spent money to acquire Tencent and NetEase, he once again gave up the decision-making power and control of the company.


    The employee-owned foundation managed by the company''s top management has no equity in name, but it holds the voting rights represented by the equity. In addition to their own 10%, 51% of the voting rights absolutely crush Guo Shouyun''s 49%!


    "Boss, are you serious?" Zhang Lei couldn''t help asking.


    Ma Huateng and others also looked at him nervously. Seeing the nervousness and fiery flashing in their eyes, it was obvious that they were extremely concerned about what Guo Shouyun said next.


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a serious expression.


    "But... why?"


    This is what everyone is curious about. After all, pushing out the benefits that have already been eaten is too rare in the business world where intrigue, greed and desire are rampant.


    "There are three main reasons: First, if a company wants to go long-term, it must have a stable and purposeful leadership. Ma Huateng and Ding Lei are the most suitable and talented leaders. I believe that they have a great influence on the enterprise. Leadership and business talent."


    "Secondly, although now is the information age. But China and the United States are separated by a Pacific Ocean after all. Your understanding and sensitivity of the market and user habits are far inferior to those of you who are in it. In order to prevent me from making mistakes without understanding the situation The instructions of the two companies will make the two companies miss the opportunity for development. I think it is more appropriate to leave the real decision-making power of the company to you.��


    "Finally, and the most important political risk. I believe that China will replace the current United States and return to its place in history. Tencent and NetEase must also be decisive star companies in the future of China''s business community. Correspondingly, although I am a I am Chinese, but I am an American. When there is friction in Sino-US relations, people like me hold the controlling rights of Tencent and NetEase, which will only bring policy risks to the two companies! Especially in the political and business relationship of Huaxia In a sensitive society, it will further magnify this risk, and even become a weapon for conspirators to attack Tencent and NetEase.��


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun took a breath and said, "The above three points are the real reason why I gave up the controlling rights of the two companies and set up this equity structure. If you want to explain it like this, you all understand it!"


    More than to understand, Guo Shouyun''s words revealed the long-term planning and layout of Tencent and NetEase, as well as the understanding of China''s political and business relations and national conditions, as well as the confidence in China''s future economy, which made them feel extremely shocked.


    If these remarks spread, and Guo Shouyun''s identity is high enough, it will definitely arouse heated discussions around the world.


    "It''s a shocking remark. Mr. Guo, do you really think China''s economy can surpass that of the United States?" After a while, Li Yu, who had calmed down, couldn''t help but said.


    Although China''s economy is developing rapidly now, few people think that she can surpass the United States of America, which has been in the position of world hegemony for nearly a century! This is especially true for someone like Li Yu who has spent many years in China and the United States and has a deep understanding of the gap between the two countries.


    "Of course." Guo Shouyun nodded without hesitation, "Just look at the current speed of China''s economic development. It''s a matter of time before it surpasses the United States."


    What history has proven, Guo Shouyun has no pressure to talk about now.


    "But now many Western economists and commentators are discussing that China''s export-oriented economy will not last long. Maybe it will collapse like Japan and South Korea before in two or three years!" Li Yu continued with suspicion in her tone.


    She has limited interest in the equity structure of Tencent and NetEase, which is not her management area after all. On the contrary, some macro views on the economy that Guo Shouyun said more aroused her curiosity.


    "A person who was not good at the beginning suddenly becomes good, always accompanied by doubts and misunderstandings. However, history will prove that ''it is gold that will shine sooner or later''. China has five thousand years of glory, and civilization is endless, not without It makes sense!" After speaking with emotion, Guo Shouyun shook his head disdainfully, "In addition, if the views of economists and critics are always correct, then there will be no economic crisis again and again in the world. Facts have proved that , more than 80% of the so-called economists are just a bunch of mediocrities and liars who are attracting attention!"


    "It seems that Mr. Guo has more confidence in China''s economic future than us!" Li Yu smiled after omitting his last sentence.


    "Of course! Although I am of Chinese descent now, I am very concerned about the future of the motherland! After all, blood is always separated!" After a pause, "Okay, let''s get down to business. Regarding Tencent and NetEase, after the establishment of the employee stock ownership foundation , the two companies will not be listed again! This is also a prerequisite for the establishment of the employee stock ownership foundation.��


    Guo Shouyun can hand over the management of the company to Ma Huateng. After all, he wants these top business elites to bring the company to glory. But he never hopes that another capital will come in to replace his position as a major shareholder in Tencent and NetEase.


    After the three looked at each other, Ding Lei said, "What if management or employees want to sell equity?"


    "The management sells the equity, which will be acquired by the employee stock ownership foundation after the evaluation by the professional evaluation agency. As for the employee equity, it does not have the problem of selling it. Because the employee''s reward equity only has the right to income, no voting rights and ownership, once employees If you resign, the equity will be automatically reclaimed by the foundation! As for the employee option award standard, you can first set a grade for the employee. The employee who has just joined the job is grade 1, and after two years of work, if there is no bad performance, it will be grade 2, and later can be based on their position and contribution. It is divided into three levels, four levels, or even higher. As for the specific grading standards and reward and punishment conditions, you can discuss them internally after you go back, and then report the results to me."


    What Guo Shouyun said are the common management methods of later high-tech companies. But now it is an unheard of high-level management skills.


    After he finished speaking, including Li Yu and Zhang Lei, all looked at him with expressions of surprise and respect. Not to mention the three of Ding Lei.


    "That''s it for the future equity structure of Tencent and NetEase. Do you have any comments?"


    "If it doesn''t go public, then the way to raise funds...?" Zhang Zhidong hesitated.


    Before being acquired by Guo Shouyun, they were tortured by the lack of funds, and the company almost went bankrupt, and the memory is still fresh!


    "Funds can be raised by issuing bonds. In addition, I will also invest in the company without changing the current shareholding structure. Also, I believe that neither NetEase nor Tencent will have the problem of insufficient funds like before. !"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s confident appearance, the three of them showed curious and inquiring expressions on their faces.


    "Matthew!"


    After glancing at them, Guo Shouyun greeted them. Matthew, who was standing next to him, immediately picked up the information explained by Guo Shouyun and distributed it to everyone present. Not even Li Yu and Zhang Lei were left behind.


    "I have studied the existing business models of Tencent and NetEase in detail, and found that although you are facing the same problem of capital shortage, it is difficult to solve it in the same way. For example: Tencent''s problem is how to monetize traffic. Netease''s problem It is the lack of more profitable content. UU Reading For your different problems, I have prepared different solutions for you."


    "Tencent''s solution is ''wireless value-added services'', while NetEase''s solution is ''online games''! The general information is in the file, you can take a look at it first, and then we will discuss it later!"


    Looking at the people who looked at the information carefully after nodding, Guo Shouyun actually wanted Tencent to do games and NetEase to do wireless value-added services. But Ding Lei did not have the strong relationship with Comrade Lao Ma in the communication system. Having experience in his previous life, Guo Shouyun knows the importance of relationships and connections in business. In order to reverse the financial difficulties of Tencent and NetEase as soon as possible, after careful consideration, he adjusted their business models.


    Of course, in the last life, both NetEase and Tencent made efforts in the field of online games and wireless value-added services at the same time, which is a natural competitive relationship. But it is different now. They are all companies under their own, and naturally they must avoid internal consumption of resources.


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    "Monternet? The mobile company really intends to launch this independent online service model?" Ma Huateng wondered.


    With his relationship in the Guangdong Provincial Communication System, if such a service is really launched, it is impossible for him not to know.


    "That''s right. We got this news at a great price!"


    Guo Shouyun remembered very clearly that the mobile company launched Monternet in 2001. Although he forgot the exact time, he vaguely remembered that it should be in January or February, or even earlier. Because, at that time, he just bought his first mobile phone, and the mobile counter clerk specifically told him about Monternet''s service, so I still have the impression.


    "Only relying on wireless value-added services can solve Tencent''s profitability problem?" Zhang Zhidong wondered.


    No wonder he asked that. Now, whether it is mobile or China Unicom''s online services, there is basically no content. Not only expensive, but also slow to death. It really makes people doubt the profitability of ''wireless value-added services''.


    But this happened to be Guo Shouyun''s least worry. He knows very well how the number of Internet users and mobile phone consumption in China has exploded in the next few years.


    When the two data are combined, the market scale of wireless value-added services has also experienced explosive expansion.


    When Monternet was first launched in 2001, the market size of wireless value-added services was only 1.98 billion yuan. But in 2002, it reached a market size of 9.36 billion yuan, an increase of 373% over the previous year. In 2003, the wireless value-added service market reached an astonishing level of 320 million yuan. But that''s nothing. By 2007, China''s mobile phone users exceeded 500 million, and the market size of wireless value-added services exceeded 150 billion.


    Although later, due to the relationship in the barbaric growth period, various problems such as fraud and shady occurred in the case of fierce competition, which limited the development speed and market size of wireless value-added services. But just its early gains are enough to turn around Tencent''s current financial position and bring in enough money to support the expansion of the rest of its business.


    Before Guo Shouyun''s rebirth, portal websites such as NetEase and Sina relied on unlimited value-added services and online games to survive the Nasdaq crisis and make life better.


    "There is an old saying in China, which is called ''cangling enough to know rituals and music''. Simply put, people will further pursue a rich spiritual life when they have enough to eat and drink. Now that China''s economy is developing rapidly, food and clothing are not a problem for most people. So In 2000, the number of netizens in China was 22.5 million, an increase of 2.3 times over the previous year! There were 41.97 million new mobile users and 83 million mobile phone sales. Taiwan, both figures are 1.5 times that of 1999."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s steady gaze swept across the crowd quickly, "Everyone sitting here is a top business elite, I believe I don''t need to say more to understand that this is a huge and undeveloped market with amazing profits.


    It''s just that it has just been born, and many people don''t know or even know how to benefit from it, but what I can tell you is that this is a super big cake that exceeds 10 billion in two years and nearly 100 billion in five years. Tencent must take the lead before other companies react. I am sure that when you get your monthly performance report, you will be glad for today''s decision. "


    Looking at his bright eyes and firm expression, Ma Huateng and Zhang Zhidong had inexplicable confidence in this proposal.


    Looking at Ding Lei, who was hesitating to speak, Guo Shouyun smiled, "Old Ding, don''t be envious of wireless value-added services. According to what I said, "Legend" can be run well, and I guarantee that NetEase''s revenue will exceed 200 million this year. Huaxia Coin!"


    "real?"


    Ding Lei''s eyes lit up instantly.


    "Of course! If NetEase''s revenue does not reach 200 million by the end of next year, I will make it up for you myself!" Guo Shouyun said without hesitation.


    As a fossil-level work in the Chinese game industry in the past life, "Legend" once created an astonishing record of monthly income of hundreds of millions at its peak.


    It is precisely because of it that Old Chen started to play the grand strategy of "Internet Disney". It''s a pity that old student Chen is not a real businessman. He is too sincere. He was scolded for a few words and regarded his company''s main online game business as a third-class business. This greatly affects Shanda''s potential in the game industry. After the peak of "Legend", in just three or four years, it was surpassed by "post-born boys" Tencent and NetEase. Before Guo Shouyun''s rebirth, the once brilliant Shanda was already old Lian Po.


    Think about it, if old classmate Chen has the skill of Jack Ma''s face and black heart, perhaps the current Shanda will be different.


    This time Ding Lei was satisfied, but Ma Huateng and Zhang Zhidong next to him began to envy again. That''s two billion. If Tencent had 200 million, they would not be sitting here today.


    "You two don''t want this expression either. The potential of wireless value-added services is no worse than that of online games."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun organized the language and continued: "Unlimited value-added services and online games are not everything for Tencent and NetEase in the next ten years. According to your respective development models, the most suitable for Tencent in the future is the online community! The most suitable NetEase, or NetEase should go deeper into e-commerce!��


    "Network Community?"


    "E-commerce?"


    Ma Huateng and Ding Lei showed a trace of doubt on their faces at the same time. Tencent is now just an instant messaging software and has nothing to do with the online community. As for NetEase, it has nothing to do with e-commerce.


    "That''s right! Online community, e-commerce and search are the three mainstream directions of the future Internet. Tencent has millions of users, and it will become more with the increase of Huaxia Internet users in the future. Therefore, online community is the most suitable Yours. As for how to build an online community? In fact, the most important thing is the content. There must be enough content for users to spend time on it!��


    "...and the content that interests users, including forums, emails, blogs, news, movies and TV series, music, e-books and many other fields! Simply put, Tencent can provide whatever content a user needs online."


    "If this is the case, I am afraid that the funds needed will be difficult to calculate!" Zhang Zhidong said after thinking for a moment.


    "That''s right! But what I said just now is only the future development direction of Tencent. Now we can formulate a detailed development plan with a span of ten years. Now we will start with one or two directions. After these contents are stable and profitable. Then continue to develop horizontally. For example, in 2001, Tencent could start with music and online literature.��


    "Music and Internet Literature?"


    "That''s right. ... First of all, the concept of Huaxia Music''s copyright is very vague now, which can save a lot of money. Second, music, especially mobile ringtones made from music, is one of the most lucrative wireless value-added services, and Tencent can''t miss it. ."


    "Let''s talk about online literature, it is still in its infancy, but to borrow the words of the chairman: the people have unlimited creativity. When online literature matures, countless classic works will be produced. These classic works can be published as books and adapted. It can be adapted for dramas, comics, games, or even into movies and TV series! This is a mature industrial operation model in the United States and the West. Although there are differences between Eastern and Western cultures, I believe this model is the same in China. Be applicable."


    "Does online literature really have such great potential?" Zhang Zhidong couldn''t help asking.


    No wonder he asked this question. In Guo Shouyun''s description, online literature has become a ''gold mine'' of value output!


    "Only you can''t think of it, but nothing is impossible!" Guo Shouyun said with a hint of memory in his tone.


    In his last life, he witnessed the arrival of the prosperous era of Chinese online literature, and was even one of them. By 2019, China''s popular film and television dramas and the concept of full copyright operation will be deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. The over-subscription of China Literature Group by more than 600 times when it went public shows the limitless potential of the online literature market.


    After picking up his mood, Guo Shouyun continued: "The online literature market is not yet mature. No, it should be said that there is no online literature market yet. Therefore, we need to cultivate it carefully. Fortunately, there is not much investment in this aspect in advance. With Tencent''s future The revenue from unlimited value-added services is enough to support the development of Tencent''s instant messaging business, online literature and music business."


    "...If nothing else, Tencent will focus on the above-mentioned businesses within 2 to 3 years. Of course, if the revenue of wireless value-added services is sufficient, you can also do the content mentioned at the beginning in advance."


    Guo Shouyun didn''t mention the QQ space, it''s not that it''s unimportant, but it''s not the time yet. Waiting for another year or two, when the network foundation is more solid, is the right time for it to appear.


    After leaving it to Ma Huateng and Zhang Zhidong to digest what he just said, Guo Shouyun sorted out his thoughts and turned his attention to Ding Lei.


    "Portal websites, online games and e-commerce are the three main businesses and core businesses of NetEase in the future! Portal websites and online games don''t need to be said. Now let''s talk about e-commerce!"


    "...The current mainstream e-commerce models include b2b, b2c and c2c! The representative companies in the b2b field include Alibaba and HC, which already have a certain market foundation. As for the b2c and c2c fields, there is currently no dominant company in China. And this is the opportunity for NetEase. Because NetEase also has to take into account portals and online games, it is impossible for us to deploy in the b2c and c2c fields at the same time. Choose one of the two."


    "...From the perspective of China''s current economic and market situation, c2c is the most suitable. Because c2c has a huge cost advantage. It is very suitable for the rich demand of ordinary people in China for cheap goods. But c2c has an unavoidable problem, that It''s a ''fake''! After all, the current Chinese laws are not as perfect as those in Europe and the United States, and from the current situation, this problem cannot be effectively solved in ten years or even longer."


    "...But people are the most changeable. Especially with the continuous development of China''s economy, people with bulging pockets will no longer focus on price when buying things, or in other words, price is no longer the primary concern. Quality, taste, after-sales, etc. Waiting will become more important in the eyes of consumers. Compared with c2c, which lacks supervision, because b2c can directly control the purchase channel, it will be more favored by consumers when the era of rational consumption and quality consumption arrives.��


    "b2c, China''s Amazon!" Ding Lei said solemnly.


    "Yes. But I don''t want to hear about China''s Amazon. NetEase is NetEase. In the future, this is a world-class enterprise that can be heard all over the world and can compete with Amazon on the same stage!" At the same time, he turned his head to look at Ma Zhang and the two of them. "And you guys, don''t just limit Tencent''s future to China. There are more than 200 countries in the world, and the world is very big!"


    Guo Shouyun''s ardent expectations, strong confidence in the future, a broad global vision, a wise layout for enterprise development, and the long-term vision revealed in his previous remarks. It gave Ma Huateng, Ding Lei, Zhang Zhidong, and Zhang Lei and Li Yu a strong shock and a psychological impact.


    "This is the most detailed, feasible, and long-term strategic plan for the Internet industry that I have ever heard!" After a long time, Zhang Lei said with a hint of emotion in his tone after briefly calming down his inner fluctuations.


    "The boss''s understanding of the Internet is beyond this era!" Ding Lei nodded in agreement.


    "I used to think that the word ''genius'' was unrealistic, but now I finally understand that there is indeed a genius in this world!"


    After Li Yu''s words fell, Ma Huateng and Zhang Zhidong nodded in unison.


    Facing the respectful gazes, Guo Shouyun was a little smug, but at the same time a little nervous. After all, he is his own family who know his own affairs. If it weren''t for the historical memory of nearly 20 years and the wealth of knowledge that Bruce Guo learned in the Stanford Economics Department, he would not be able to come up with the above deeply rooted and shocking remarks.


    "I''m too embarrassed to be praised by you! ... Well, you all worked hard all the way Let''s get here first today. We''ll discuss it in detail tomorrow!"


    When Guo Shouyun finished speaking, Ding Lei and Ma Huateng stood up.


    "This information...?" Zhang Zhidong said.


    "You can take it back and look at it! ... By the way, Lao Zhang, you and Li Yu stay here!"


    The two nodded, and after Guo Shouyun sent Ding Lei out of the house, the three sat down again.


    "It will be 2001 in less than two weeks. Should you give me an answer to Hanhua''s performance in the past year?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "It''s been prepared a long time ago. I was thinking of tomorrow. Since you are so anxious, do it now!"


    After more than half a year of getting along, Zhang Lei, who had basically understood Guo Shouyun''s temperament, smiled and shrugged, took out a thick document from his briefcase and handed it over.


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    Chapter 147 Hanhua Information


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    "Now Hanhua has three departments, namely: Wealth Management Department, Asset Management Department and Investment Department. The total assets under management are US$62.25 million, of which US$48.3 million is its own assets, and the remaining US$13.95 million is externally absorbed in 2000. assets."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "$13.95 million is equivalent to more than 100 million Huaxia coins. It seems that you have already opened up in Huaxia!"


    "This is also thanks to the support provided by the boss. Without the funds you gave, I am afraid that Hanhua Company would not have been able to develop so quickly."


    Since the end of the betting in May this year, Guo Shouyun has spent 85 million US dollars in Huaxia through Hanhua. In 2000, in the Huaxia business community, this was an astonishingly large sum of money. If so much money is spread, if there is no movement, then Zhang Lei will live up to his reputation as the godfather of investing in future generations!


    "Money is only one aspect. Without your connections and elite talents, Hanhua wouldn''t have developed so quickly!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    As long as the other party can be worthy of his trust and dedication, he doesn''t mind giving credit and honor to his subordinates.


    "continue!"


    Zhang Lei nodded, and as Guo Shouyun flipped through the information, he also followed the explanation.


    "Now Hanhua has a total of 287 employees. In addition to the headquarters in Hong Kong, there are also two branches in Modu and Jingcheng. In terms of business: under the investment department, except for the original three funds of Lichun, Rainwater and Jingzhe In addition, the Spring Equinox Fund, which invests in the real estate sector, the Qingming Fund, which invests in the financial sector, the Guyu Fund, which invests in the luxury sector, and the Lixia Fund, which invests in the art sector!��


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he flipped through the investment catalogs of several funds. Lichun Fund, as the representative of Hanhua in the Internet sector, includes Sina and Sohu, which were abandoned by Guo Shouyun. The rest include Dangdang, Pacific Computer, and Zhaopin, who are familiar names to Guo Shouyun. There is no doubt that investing in these companies will not lose money. But when he saw CDC and 8848, his brows furrowed.


    This is a name that has to be mentioned in the development history of the two Huaxia Internet. And they all have one common result: bankruptcy!


    Bankruptcy means investment failure, Guo Shouyun doesn''t want to see his business suffer.


    "Sell the shares of 8848!"


    CDC still has seven or eight years of glory, so it doesn''t matter if you hold it for a while. But 8848, which will go bankrupt in two years, will not work.


    "Boss, is this the flagship company of Huaxia Internet e-commerce?" Zhang Lei couldn''t help reminding.


    "I know! The future of e-commerce is undoubtedly bright, and it is also one of the main pillars of the Internet economy. But 8848 is destined to not go far." Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "why?"


    "If the decision-making power of the enterprise is in the hands of Wang Juntao, then 8848 can continue to make people look forward to it. But in the hands of Xue Manzi, Zhang Mingzheng and other investors who don''t understand Internet thinking and only know the pursuit of profitability, 8848 can''t go long. "Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    A business needs a soul. Just like people need spiritual support, if you lose this inner pursuit, people will become walking dead. Such people are destined to have no future at all!


    Why did 8848, Shanda, and even Sohu fail or become mediocre in later generations, which originally took the lead and advantage of the Internet? And Alibaba, Tencent, and NetEase, which are very similar to them, have succeeded? Among them are the factors of the environment, but I am afraid that more is the gap between people.


    When Zhang Chaoyang chose to play mountain climbing with celebrities in the entertainment industry, and when Chen Tianqiao imitated Tang Bohu to be his hermit in Singapore, Jack Ma and Xiao Ma were still leading Alibaba and Tencent in their respective fields. Carry forward.


    Jack Ma, who gave speeches and made investments everywhere, was regarded as a ''MLM'' and a ''fake accomplice''. Brother Ma''s Tencent wore a ''despicable plagiarism hat'' for more than ten years. They were all scolded by the outside world. And within Tencent employees, what they see is the boss''s efforts.


    As the so-called "upper and lower effect", when the boss works so hard, it will naturally drive the employees below to work harder. Therefore, Ali, Tencent, Huawei, etc. have all succeeded. 8848, Sohu, Shanda have all failed or become mediocre!


    As a top student at Yale University, Zhang Lei naturally understands the importance of corporate leaders to a company.


    "Wait a minute and see, it''s not easy for us to get the 5.4% stake in 8848." Zhang Lei hesitated.


    "Don''t look at it. Take advantage of the fact that 8848''s shares are still popular now, and sell them as soon as possible!"


    Seeing that Guo Shouyun''s attitude was so firm, Zhang Lei didn''t say anything more. After all, the other party is the real decision maker of Hanhua.


    The investment direction of the Rainwater Fund is the high-tech sector. Guo Shouyun remembers that most of the high-tech companies in Zhonghua Xia are now invisible. Huawei, ZTE, and Datang have appeared, but these are either state-owned enterprises, or they are not bad money, and it is not at all that Hanhua can intervene.


    Therefore, when he saw Lianbang Software, Gao Weida, and Ruijie Networks in the investment list, Guo Shouyun just looked at them, and he basically didn''t know much about these companies. You can only choose to trust Zhang Lei''s investment vision.


    The investment direction of Jingzhe Fund is the business sector. There are Laoganma, Mengniu, SF Express, Hanting hotel chain, and more than 20 companies in a row, all of which are familiar to Guo Shouyun. This is not surprising. At the beginning, he gave Zhang Lei a list of companies he was familiar with, and now the above is less than a quarter of his list.


    "Have Evergrande and Country Garden refused?"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but ask when he saw the names of companies around the real estate such as Urban Family, Longfa Decoration, and Dekor Flooring in the investment list of the Equinox Fund.


    "Yes! They all refused! They don''t seem to need our investment because they are backed by the bank!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned, the Huaxia real estate boom was about to break out. He didn''t want to be an outsider himself. Moreover, it is different from the United States, which can make a fortune by just using financial means without entering the real estate industry. Huaxia''s real estate finance is almost blank. If you want to make huge profits, you must participate.


    However, the water in the Huaxia real estate market is too deep, and Guo Shouyun is afraid that he will drown if he enters rashly. So I chose the method of investing in real estate companies, but now it seems that this road is not easy to go!


    "Boss, there are actually many real estate companies in Huaxia. Evergrande and Country Garden are not necessary choices. In addition, if we want to enter the real estate industry, investing in real estate companies is only one aspect. In addition, we can also directly acquire land. , and then cooperate with local real estate companies to share benefits according to their respective inputs. Or directly form a real estate company to enter the Huaxia real estate market. You can even directly invest in finished houses! In short, there are many ways!" Zhang Lei said.


    Guo Shouyun knew that what he said was true, but Zhang Lei did not have his experience after all, and did not know the achievements of Evergrande and Country Garden to dominate the Chinese real estate industry ten years later.


    "Boss, maybe I can do something about Country Garden!"


    Li Yu, who had been sitting next to him and talked, spoke up.


    "Oh?"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes lit up!


    "Last year at the Huaxia class reunion at Ohio State University I met Yang Huiyan, the daughter of the owner of Country Garden, and they had a good conversation! If you need it, I think you can make a breakthrough in this area!"


    At that time, Li Yu deliberately met Yang Huiyan, who had just come to the United States to study as a senior, in order to accumulate a network of contacts for her future career. But I never thought that this unintentional move would be used so quickly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction, "The second is the breakthrough point. If you can represent Hanhua to get more than 15% of Country Garden''s shares, then you will get 0.2% of Hanhua''s shares."


    If you want a horse to run, you must feed it grass. With the current scale of Hanhua''s assets, 0.2% is nearly 300,000 US dollars. But the value of shares cannot be fully measured in cash, especially now that Hanhua is in a rising period. As a senior financial elite, Li Yu naturally understands this truth. So after Guo Shouyun finished speaking, he nodded vigorously with surprise in his eyes.


    "I will do my best to make this happen!"


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    Looking at Li Yu who was full of motivation, Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction. Anyway, as a senior executive of the company, she will be rewarded with equity sooner or later. Now take it out in advance as a bait, and by the way achieve your own strategic interests, it is naturally better.


    "Miss Li, your luck is really good. The boss rarely takes the company''s equity directly as a reward!" Zhang Lei smiled beside him.


    "Really? So I should take more shares of Country Garden for the company to be worthy of the boss''s efforts?!" Li Yu smiled.


    At the same time, this sentence also showed her high emotional intelligence.


    "It''s not me, but yourself. You will all be shareholders of the company in the future. If the company develops well, you will naturally benefit from it!" Guo Shouyun emphasized.


    After listening, the two nodded thoughtfully.


    "Closer to the subject, it is really good that Qingming Fund can get 1.4% of the shares of Minsheng Bank, but it is still a little less. We will strive to increase our shareholding to 5% in the next two or three years!"


    In fact, compared with Minsheng Bank, the five major banks in China are the real giants. When they go public in the next few years, any share of them will be billions, tens of billions, or even hundreds of billions of amazing profits. It is a pity that Hanhua and Phoenix are not world-class capital giants such as Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, and ****, so they cannot get their hands on such a big cake, so they can only pick up some benefits from second-tier banks such as Minsheng and Huaxia. Even so, it''s not easy.


    "Understood!" Zhang Lei nodded. It is not easy to get a 5% stake in Minsheng Bank, but with a two-year buffer, it is still possible.


    "In addition, the luxury investment of Guyu Fund temporarily focuses on jade and Hetian jade. It can be finished jade, or unprocessed raw ore, but it must be high-end or even top-end as its main investment target, never middle or low-quality!"


    Jade, as the "King of Jade Jade", and Hetian Jade as the "King of Nephrite Jade", with the development of China''s economy, the number of rich people has increased sharply, and the demand and price have also skyrocketed. Since 2000, it has risen rapidly at an average annual rate of 20%. The better the jadeite and Hetian jade, the higher the price increase. Really, this is an industry worth investing in more than real estate. It''s just that its scale is not as huge as real estate, and its impact on the economy is as deep.


    "Also, Lixia Fund''s art investment mainly focuses on Chinese art, and the investment categories are concentrated in painting and calligraphy and porcelain. Among them, painting and calligraphy is mainly invested in the representative works of ''Dahongpao'' modern and modern painters such as Qi Baishi, Xu Beihong, and Li Keran. Porcelain is mainly based on official kilns in Ming and Qing Dynasties!"


    At present, Hanhua has limited funds, and it is impossible to involve all directions. After making a choice, combined with the knowledge of art collection and investment that I did not have in my previous life, I delineated the two main directions of modern painting and calligraphy and official kilns of the Ming and Qing Dynasties.


    After writing down Guo Shouyun''s words, the two nodded at the same time.


    "This year, the seven funds are like this for the time being. By next year, I hope to see more than 12 funds under Hanhua! Also, everyone is gathering firewood. If you come into contact with elites with rich investment experience and connections , he can also be absorbed into the fund to become a partner! Of course, I am talking about the branch fund, not Hanhua!"


    "Understood! But now that Hanhua has been integrated into a company, compared to the other two departments, is the weight of the investment department too large?" Zhang Lei said.


    "Are you going to split up?"


    "Yes! It can be split into two departments: VC and PE!"


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun shook his head. In the future, the convergence of VC and PE will be a major trend. Although it is still a little early, there is no need to divide it into two different departments.


    "The investment department does not need to be split. It is only necessary to divide up three different business groups: angel investment, VC and PE!"


    Zhang Lei nodded clearly.


    "You all know the business scope of the wealth management department and the asset management department. The shares of the five companies I invested in NetEase, Tencent, Ali, Baidu and Ctrip are the first order of the asset management department. Companies have directors who oversee their operations and finances!��


    Zhang Lei is not surprised by Guo Shouyun''s decision. During this time, he has helped the other party to register three shell companies, Yunhua Investment Company, Wuyang Capital and Guo Investment Fund, in the Cayman Islands, Hong Kong and Bahamas. The shares of the five Internet companies have been transferred to the three shell companies, completing the separation of management and ownership.


    "There is one more point. Starting today, the companies that Hanhua raises funds from the society or invests with their own funds belong to Hanhua. If it is a company I invest with my own funds, the ownership belongs to Yunhua, Wuyang and Guo. , the management right belongs to Hanhua Asset Management Department.��


    Zhang Lei and Li Yu looked at each other and nodded in agreement.


    As the top management of Hanhua, Guo Shouyun''s clear decision of public and private, they are undoubtedly welcome. After everyone''s rights are clarified, the probability of conflicts will be reduced accordingly.


    "Boss, is Hanhua''s goal in the future to be an investment bank, or a comprehensive bank like ****?" Li Yu suddenly asked.


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun was silent for a moment, "How can we tell the future clearly. However, for now, our goal is investment banks!"


    "Then I think we should also set up the securities department." Li Yu said immediately.


    "Securities?" Guo Shouyun instinctively wanted to shake his head to refuse, but he caused the consequences of being greedy. But when the words came to his mouth, he swallowed after noticing Zhang Lei and Li Yu''s expressions out of the corner of his eyes.


    "Do you think it is necessary for Hanhua to set up a securities department now?"


    "Boss, since our goal is a well-established investment bank, we should start early. Especially now that China''s economy is booming, entering the market early can also lay the foundation earlier!"


    After Zhang Lei finished speaking, Li Yu nodded in agreement. Both are ambitious, and naturally hope that the company they manage can become a giant in the financial industry.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after thinking for a moment, "Since you all think it''s feasible, let''s prepare. But remember, don''t take too many steps. The most important thing for Hanhua in two years is to lay the foundation!"


    Since the company has been handed over to them, it is necessary to give them full trust. Moreover, Guo Shouyun has already got what he wants most, and then he only needs to ensure that Hanhua''s general direction is good. The rest can be left to Zhang Lei and Li Yu to manage. After all, apart from the experience of rebirth, even if you add the financial knowledge that Bruce Guo learned in the Stanford Economics Department, it may not be comparable to the talents of Zhang Lei and Li Yu in the investment industry. After all, in later generations, people are real financial bulls!


    "Thank you boss for your trust, we will play steadily!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "That''s all I have to say, you all go back and rest!"


    After the two agreed, they got up and said goodbye at the same time.


    After sending them out, Guo Shouyun checked the time, took out his mobile phone and called Molly.


    "Hey dear, are you still at school?"


    "I''m almost at the hotel. By the way, come down and get it for me. I brought some oil paintings. It''s too heavy!"


    "Okay, wait for me in the lobby!" Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    "Boss, let me go. And there are waiters in the hotel, so you don''t need to do it yourself!" Matthew said.


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    "You can''t go back on what you promised! Well, help me pack up the documents, and then let''s go down together."


    Matthew nodded and helped Guo Shouyun to pack up the documents scattered on the table and put them in the study. Then, Guo Shouyun sorted out his clothes, pushed the door and walked out. After arriving in the hall smoothly, I thought Molly should not have arrived yet, so I was going to sit on the sofa in the rest area next to me for a while. But just as he stepped out of the elevator, before taking a few steps, the scene in front of him made the anger in his heart surge to the sky.


    "Sir, in public, please respect yourself!"


    Molly said coldly to the young man who blocked her way, with an ''ugly'' smile on his face and the meaning of ''obscene~evil'' in his eyes.


    "Why does Miss Molly say it so badly, I am inviting you to dinner with the etiquette of a real gentleman!" Oliver Baring smiled.


    Since the last time I saw the amazing Molly Bevin at the airport, I have been investigating the identity of the other party through my relationship. With the power of the Bahrain family in the UK, it is not difficult to do this. However, Oliver, who originally planned to wait for Christmas to pass and the London School of the Arts to go to school to find each other, did not expect to meet him at the Hilton Hotel today.


    Oliver Baring, who thought it was the gospel bestowed on him by God, came over excitedly. Of course, Molly Bevan''s indifference and rejection made him a little unhappy. But on weekdays, I saw more women who took the initiative to post them, but Molly''s disdain for him was more able to arouse his desire to pursue. What''s more, the beauty and style of the woman in front of him was something he had only seen in his life. It is by no means comparable to those vulgar powders.


    "I''m not interested in having dinner with you!"


    If it weren''t for the few oil paintings she painted when she was sketching at her feet, Molly would have turned around and left.


    "It doesn''t matter if you''re not interested. You''ll be interested when we meet a few more times! ... These oil paintings were painted by Miss Molly. Sure enough, Renmei paintings are more beautiful." After a pause, "Severus, help Molly Take these pictures to the room, miss!"


    "Yes, Master Oliver!"


    Standing on Oliver Baring''s side, a bodyguard in a black suit nodded respectfully, turned and walked towards Molly.


    "What are you doing, don''t touch my painting!" Molly Bevan said hurriedly.


    The movement here attracted the attention of some people around. But no one came forward to show their courage.

 Chapter 149： hotel conflict

    Chapter 149 Hotel conflict


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    "Miss Molly, don''t get me wrong. Severus is just taking things to your room for you...!"


    Before his words could fall, he saw a thick thigh next to him rushing out like lightning. With a ''bang'', the bodyguard named Severus was kicked out before he could react.


    The sudden situation shocked everyone who saw it.


    "Who dares to touch my fiancee''s things!"


    Pride carried an indifferent voice, and it reached everyone''s ears with a captivating aura.


    At this time, everyone found a handsome, tall, dignified young man in a dark blue suit striding over.


    "Bruce...!"


    Molly Bevan, with a coquettish cry, threw herself into the arms of the visitor with excitement and surprise on her face.


    Seeing this scene, a strong jealousy welled up in Oliver Balin''s heart. However, the years of family education did not make him lose his calm, but his face was very ugly.


    Just as he was about to speak, Severus, who had been kicked out by Matthew before, strode forward with a dark face.


    "You despicable bastard, I''m going to teach you a good lesson!"


    He was going to be mad for having made such a big ugliness in front of people just now.


    But Matthew, as the soldier king of the Delta Force, is not easy to bully. The two soon hit each other. However, this is a five-star hotel after all, and the security force is still very strong. Shortly after the two started fighting, they were forcibly separated by the hotel''s bodyguards.


    "Two gentlemen, this is the Hilton Hotel, please restrain your bodyguards. Otherwise, we will notify the police station to deal with this matter!"


    The lobby manager came over, respectfully and yet threateningly.


    "Matthew, come back!"


    Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "Severus, come back too!"


    Neither of them are fools, meaningless things, there is no need to persist.


    Hearing the voices of their respective bosses, the two who were not to be outdone glared at each other and scolded a few swear words before returning to their respective bosses angrily.


    "I don''t care what your name is, if you harass my fiancee next time, it won''t be as easy as it is now!" Guo Shouyun said coldly after glancing at the other party.


    "Hey, the fiancee is not a wife. Besides, what if it is a wife? Everyone has the right to pursue and be pursued!" Oliver Balin said indifferently.


    Guo Shouyun''s expression darkened instantly. For all men, the woman they love is an absolute forbidden place that other people, especially other men, cannot violate. It is about dignity and there is no room for smearing.


    Facing Guo Shouyun''s increasingly sharp and cold eyes, Oliver Balin also rudely fought back. Although the two of them did not speak, the people around them felt a sense of oppression.


    "You two, let me stress again, this is the Hilton Hotel, I hope you can follow the rules and avoid conflicts!" Fearing that the two would fight, the hotel lobby manager hurriedly stood up.


    "Bruce, forget it!"


    Looking at Molly Bevan''s worried eyes, Guo Shouyun took a breath, suppressed the anger in his heart, and glanced coldly at the guy opposite.


    "Matthew, grab the oil painting, let''s go!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    After agreeing, Matthew Bloom picked up the oil painting Molly brought and returned to Guo Shouyun.


    He didn''t leave any harsh words. Guo Shouyun has no interest in wasting saliva. However, the moment he turned around, he made up his mind that if he sees the other party offending Molly next time, no matter what his identity or background is, he must teach him a profound lesson.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun and Molly''s backs, Oliver Balin''s expression darkened a little. After the surrounding crowd dispersed, a middle-aged man in a suit came over.


    "Oliver, this man is not ordinary!"


    "You know him?" Oliver Baring''s expression moved.


    "Knowing, more than knowing, I just suffered a big loss in his hands some time ago!"


    "Oh?"


    After the visitor took a deep breath, he said with hatred in his tone: "He is the Bruce Guo I mentioned to you before. Relying on conspiracy and tricks, he stole "Harry" from our Heiman Films. ��The film and television rights of the first four films of Potter!"


    "What? You said he was the Bruce Guo of America?"


    "You know him?" David Heyman asked in surprise.


    Oliver Baring''s eyes flashed, "Of course, he is now a famous American novelist. In less than a year, he has written eight or nine best-selling novels. And in the securities investment circle, his novels are issued as collateral. The abs securities of the company are very popular."


    After looking at him, David Heyman said slowly: "Oliver, now he is your rival in love!"


    Oliver Balin''s expression instantly turned gloomy.


    "Of course I know that!"


    When the words fell, he ignored David Heyman, turned and walked outside the hotel. Looking at his back, David Heyman''s expression changed, hesitating for a moment, he followed quickly.


    The two left the hotel and then boarded the same car.


    "Oliver, if you want to beat that Bruce Guo, I have a better way!"


    "What way?" Oliver Balin said calmly after looking at him.


    "Contact An Ran!"


    "safely?"


    "Yes, it is now ''Wall Street''s darling'', ranked No. 7 in Fortune Magazine''s ''America''s 500'', and holds 20% of the electricity and natural gas transactions in the United States! ... Now, Bruce Guo through his Phoenix company Operating more than 3 billion US dollars in shorting Enron''s stock, which makes Enron''s giant very angry. There are private rumors that Enron has entangled a powerful force through its own relationship and is ready to hit this Bruce Guo hard. "


    When the words fell, a look of helplessness appeared on David Heyman''s face, "My ability is far inferior to yours, so I only heard about this after staying in the United States for more than three months. Enron''s internal operations are far from me being able to intervene. But I believe that as the heir to the Bahrain family, you must have the ability and qualifications."


    "What do you want?" Oliver Balin said after turning his head to glance at him.


    "Matrix Films! I want to regain what I lost!" David Heyman said firmly.


    Oliver Baring nodded, "Wood Street is ahead, you go down here!"


    David Heiman is also quite a bachelor, not much to say After the car stopped, he pushed the door and walked down. Looking at his back, Oliver Balin frowned slightly. After the car restarts, take out your phone.


    "Bass, help me check Enron''s information, I want the most detailed information! Also, give me more information about Bruce Guo and everything David Heyman has done in America."


    "Yes, Master Oliver!" the old voice agreed. "In addition, Mr. Hills called and said that he was very satisfied with your achievements in Holland. At the same time, he hoped to join you in Exeter. Celebrate Christmas with Fort St. Rohr!"


    "Got it! You prepare a present for me!"


    "Yes!"


    After hanging up the phone, Oliver Baring was silent for a moment, the corners of his lips raised slightly.


    "Really challenging things are more exciting. Bruce Guo, I hope you can last a little longer!"


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    In the early morning, Guo Shouyun opened his eyes and looked at Molly Bevan, who was still asleep in his arms, and then gently pulled his arm out from under her neck. He got out of bed slowly, covered his lover with a robe, put on his clothes lightly, opened the door and walked out.


    "Boss, good morning!"


    Matthew Bloom greeted him respectfully.


    "Good morning!" After finishing his clothes, he beckoned to the other party, "Let''s go!"


    Knowing Guo Shouyun''s habit, Matthew nodded, and the two walked out of the room together to the hotel''s gym.


    "Have you done the things that I explained to you yesterday?" Guo Shouyun asked while walking on the road.


    "I saw that man''s car enter the Simaden Manor in Richmond!"


    "Simaton Manor?"


    "Yes!" Matthew nodded affirmatively.


    "So it shouldn''t be difficult to check the background of this person!"


    "I have inquired from the people around me that the Simadon Manor belongs to Baron Oliver Baring, the direct heir to the Earl of Cromer of the Baring family!"


    "Oliver Bahrain, a member of the Bahrain family?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "Yes!"


    "It was really unexpected."


    Guo Shouyun doesn''t know much about the Bahrain family. In addition to the "Barings Bank Bankruptcy" that shocked the world in the last century, it was this family who personally steered the amazing deal between the United States and France on "Louisiana" in the 18th century. This unprecedented land sale nearly doubled the size of the U.S. territory at the time. This is a must-have event in any American history textbook.


    Bahrain, this is a family with a glorious history. At their peak, they were comparable to the Rothschilds. Of course, they are as declining as the Rothschilds now. But there is a saying that "a hundred-footed worm is dead but not stiff." The fall of Barings Bank does not mean that the family has really disappeared. There is no family that does not understand the truth of risk diversification, and Barings Bank is not the whole of the Barings family.


    "Boss, I found David Heyman on the way to follow Oliver Baring!"


    "David Heyman? Does he know Oliver Balin?" Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    "I''m afraid not only know each other, but they have a very close relationship. I saw them leave the hotel in the same car with my own eyes."


    "That''s interesting!"


    Guo Shouyun touched his chin, his eyes darkened.


    After hesitating for a moment, Matthew said, "Boss, David Heyman has a grudge with us, and now we add another Oliver Bahrain, I''m afraid our situation will be even more unfavorable!"


    "With the addition of a Balin family, David Heiman has also become a climate. But ''the soldiers come to block the water and cover the soil'', we are not soft persimmons today!" He patted Matthew''s shoulder confidently, "Let''s go, We have arrived!"


    Matthew nodded and followed Guo Shouyun out of the elevator. While walking out of Matthew''s line of sight, Guo Shouyun''s expression instantly turned gloomy. Although he had to calm down and give them confidence in front of his subordinates, he knew that the hostility of an old-fashioned family, even an old-fashioned family that had already declined, was not so easy to bear. What''s more, Bahrain is no ordinary family.


    Seeing that the gym had appeared in front of him, Guo Shouyun temporarily left his troubles behind. No matter how much energy Bahrain still has. Nothing about man''s dignity can be backed down!


    Hilton as a five-star hotel, its gym is naturally good. Although there are not many things, the decoration and equipment are extremely high-end.


    Although it''s still early. But there are already many guests here sweating like rain. To Guo Shouyun''s surprise, there was a familiar figure among them.


    "Hey, Zhidong, are you here too?"


    Hearing the familiar voice, Zhang Zhidong quickly grabbed the treadmill and turned around, "Boss, are you here to exercise too?"


    "Yeah, I have developed a habit for many years to run for half an hour every morning, otherwise I will feel uncomfortable!" Guo Shouyun walked over with a smile, "How about you?"


    "It''s the same with me. I was used to running when I was in college. If I don''t run, I always feel that there is something unfinished in my heart, which is very uncomfortable!"


    "So we''re pretty similar! By the way, why didn''t I see Lao Ma, aren''t you two in the same room?"


    "I guess I haven''t woken up yet! He has a lot to worry about and doesn''t sleep well." Zhang Zhidong smiled.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, pressed a few times on the treadmill next to him, and chatted while walking, "How about you, did you sleep well last night?"


    "It''s alright!"


    "Is it okay? It seems that you are not sleeping well! ... Is there something on your mind?"


    Glancing at him, Zhang Zhidong hesitated and nodded, "I''ve been thinking about the development plans you mentioned yesterday about Tencent. All kinds of thoughts popped into my mind, I was nervous and excited, and I ended up sleeping late!"


    "The old horse is the same, right?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "He excitedly pulled me and chatted for a long time, and he must have slept late when he went back. Otherwise, he should run with me in the morning."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, adjusted the speed of the treadmill to the 7km/h gear and started jogging.


    "What are your thoughts on yesterday''s plan?"


    "There are many ideas, but they are not systematic! There is no clue about the construction and detailed development strategies of the online novels and music websites you mentioned!"


    "What about wireless value-added services?" Guo Shouyun nodded and continued.


    "Lao Ma has worked in the communication system before, so he is relatively familiar with this."


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun said silently for a moment, "Zhidong, have you considered jumping out of Tencent?"


    Zhang Zhidong was taken aback, "I don''t quite understand what you mean!"


    "I plan to set up a new Internet company in Huaxia, and I want you to be the CEO!" Guo Shouyun did not shy away.


    In later generations, Tencent''s development was so huge, and Zhang Zhidong, a partner and CEO, contributed greatly. Guo Shouyun is also very eager for such top talents. As for Tencent, Ma Huateng is enough.


    "But I...!"


    "Don''t rush to refuse. Listen to me before making a decision?"


    Zhang Zhidong hesitated and nodded.


    "The new business I set up is called ''PayPal'', and the main service provided is ''third-party payment''! Similar to PayPal in the United States!"


    "paypal? Isn''t that your company?"


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "It seems that you know me quite well too!"


    "Of course. After all, I don''t want to be fired because I don''t know the boss!" Zhang Zhidong said humorously.


    "I''m very precious to people like you, so I''m willing to fire you!" After the two of them expressed their respect and appreciation for each other, Guo Shouyun continued, "Okay, let''s get down to business. Since you know paypal, then I It also saves a lot of words. Simply put, PayPal is the Chinese version of PayPal. The functions and services of the two are similar. The ultimate purpose and purpose is to provide a network that allows buyers and sellers to conduct online transactions. The safety and security of their mutual trust!"


    After thinking for a moment, Zhang Zhidong nodded, "Why don''t you put PayPal under the banners of Tencent and NetEase, especially NetEase, this third-party payment channel guarantee is especially important for it to enter e-commerce in the future!"


    Guo Shouyun was a little surprised by his wisdom and vision. Looking at Zhang Zhidong''s inquiring eyes, Guo Shouyun organized the language in his heart, "As I said before, third-party payment is to provide mutual trust security for buyers and sellers when conducting online transactions. Buyers and sellers are not only electronic Both sides of business. Instead, it includes all business activities in the whole society. For example: water, electricity and coal property costs, train ticket purchases, medical bills, and even bank loan and credit card payments, etc.!"


    "This...is it really possible?"


    Zhang Zhidong was a little shocked. Guo Shouyun''s words include almost all commercial activities in the whole society, and the scope is too large.


    "Of course it is possible! With the development of third-party payment. In the next 15 to 20 years, we will enter a truly cashless society. More than 90% of business activities are transferred and paid through the Internet, and this platform is completed. It''s ''Third Party Payment''!"


    After stunned for a while, Zhang Zhidong took a deep breath and shook his head slightly.


    "This proposition is so big that I can''t imagine it. Moreover, with the current state of development in China, a cashless society is too far away! In addition, if, as you said, the society has entered a cashless state, then I am afraid that the state will not allow such enterprises to be controlled by private individuals!"


    Guo Shouyun, who has experience in his previous life, understands that China''s cashless society is coming faster than any country in the world. But now he doesn''t plan to introduce too much. After all, this is beyond the imagination of too many people, and if you say too much, it will feel as unreliable as "introducing aliens".


    "A cashless society is not far away. As for the country..." Guo Shouyun smiled, "now the tolerance of the top leadership of Huaxia surpasses the whole world and in the state of reform and opening up, you think the country will do Is there such a mandatory public ownership reform move? Doing so will only worsen China''s investment environment and be detrimental to the country''s development. As for sharing benefits, this is indeed a must. Whether in China, the United States, or even the world. A company wants to It is impossible to grow and defend one-third of one''s own land. Only by attracting more allies can it grow more smoothly."


    "Benefit sharing, risk sharing?" Zhang Zhidong asked thoughtfully.


    "Not bad!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    After a moment of silence, "So in the future, Tencent and NetEase will also introduce other investors?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun replied affirmatively, "As you said: benefit sharing, risk sharing. If Tencent and NetEase want to grow bigger, they naturally need more people and institutions to share the development path for us. risk!"


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    "If this is the case, if you don''t set up an employee stock ownership foundation, but go public, wouldn''t you be able to win more allies and gain more benefits?"


    Looking at Zhang Zhidong''s wise eyes and inquiring eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled and said: "Zhidong, you have to understand a concept, sharing interests does not mean handing over the enterprise. Most interest groups are always pursuing wealth growth, not enterprises. The long-term development of Tencent and NetEase. If you put Tencent and NetEase in the hands of such people or groups, their future will not have much future. Instead, entrepreneurs like you and Lao Ma, as well as the elite employees within Tencent, are the enterprises. The foundation for growth. I can still tell which one is more important. Therefore, I am willing to give up my shares to you to seek a brilliant future for Tencent. As for benefits, if Tencent becomes a company like Microsoft, even if only 10% of the The shares are far more than the current 90%!"


    "Microsoft? This goal is too far away for Tencent!" Zhang Zhidong shook his head and smiled bitterly.


    I agree with Guo Shouyun''s arrangement for Tencent, but the comparison between the two is like the difference between clouds and mud.


    "Don''t rush to deny it, Microsoft is not an unreachable company! I believe in Tencent''s future."


    Guo Shouyun, who knows the history of later generations, has a very positive tone. However, he also knew the gap between the two sides, so he didn''t say much.


    "How about my previous proposal? I am waiting for the position of PayPal CEO. And you can rest assured that your shares in Tencent will not disappear because of your departure."


    Facing Guo Shouyun''s trusting and affirming eyes, Zhang Zhidong hesitated for a moment, "Can you give me some time to think about it?"


    "Of course! But I''m going to Exeter before Christmas, so you only have two days to think about it."


    "clear!"


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say, and I just finished running now." Guo Shouyun turned off the treadmill and walked down.


    "Want a piece for breakfast?"


    Zhang Zhidong who walked down one piece.


    "No, my girlfriend is still waiting in the room." Guo Shouyun, who was about to turn around, turned back again, "I almost forgot. At 9 o''clock this morning, I took the old horse to my room. Regarding the development of Tencent, let''s talk about it. Discuss in detail!"


    "OK!"


    "Goodbye!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand and took Matthew out of the gym. After returning to the room, let Matthew order breakfast, then come to the bedroom, look at the made bed, listen to the sound of water in the bathroom, and then understand that Molly Bevin has woken up. Before, he was not used to the habit of foreigners taking a shower in the morning, but now he is looking forward to it.


    He took off his sweat-soaked clothes and knocked on the bathroom door eagerly.


    "Molly, are you in there?"


    "What are you doing?"


    Hearing the beautiful woman''s crisp voice, Guo Shouyun''s heart warmed, "My phone is inside, you open the door and I''ll look for it!"


    "Hmph, you bad guy is trying to lie to me again!"


    Molly Bevin, who had suffered several losses in the Maldives, didn''t want to be fooled again.


    "I didn''t lie to you, really. If you don''t believe me, look for it on the shelf!"


    After a long silence inside, Molly Bevan''s crisp voice rang again, "I looked for it, no."


    "How could it not, you open the door and I''ll go in and find it myself."


    "When I''m done taking a shower, come in and look for it!"


    "No, I need a cell phone urgently!" Guo Shouyun didn''t want to give up.


    "Then use Matthew''s!"


    "Matthew doesn''t have a phone number on his phone!"


    "real?"


    "real!"


    Guo Shouyun swore an oath.


    "Okay, wait a minute!"


    "well!"


    Guo Shouyun rubbed his hands excitedly.


    After a short time, the sound of water inside stopped. But Guo Shouyun, who hadn''t seen Molly to open the door for two or three minutes, said with some doubts, "Molly, are you alright?"


    "It''s okay! Wait a minute, I''ll open the door for you soon!"


    I don''t know if it was an illusion, he always felt that there was a slyness in Molly''s tone today.


    "Hurry up, I need it urgently!"


    "understood!"


    With a promise, another two or three minutes later, the bathroom door opened in Guo Shouyun''s expectant eyes. However, compared to the image that you should only wear a bath towel and be filled with the infinite charm and temptation of a beauty bathing, although the current beauty is just as beautiful, what the **** is a neatly dressed white knitted coat and blue trousers .


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s surprised expression, Molly Bevan smiled proudly. In the past, the bad guys in front of her always used various excuses to come in to ''bully'' her. Now, after making preparations early, I gave him a little treatment, and my heart was still quite cool.


    "Okay, go in and find your phone! I''m going to blow my hair!"


    Watching Molly Bevan''s tall and graceful figure limp away, Guo Shouyun felt infinite regret.


    "The mandarin duck bath seems to be impossible! However, when did this little girl become so shrewd?"


    Shaking his head, Guo Shouyun, a little disappointed, walked into the bathroom, washed the sweat off his body, and changed his clothes to the restaurant.


    Looking at the smiling Molly Bevin, Guo Shouyun didn''t mention the shameful thing before.


    I took two slices of bread, put two slices of Spanish ham on it, put the fried egg and lettuce in the middle, spread some tomato sauce, made a burger, took a bite in my mouth, chewed it a few times, and washed it with milk. In his stomach, Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction.


    Eating a hearty meal when hungry is a treat!


    "Molly, are you going out today?"


    "Well! I made an appointment with Mary to take the oil painting to the gallery today!"


    Mary Hussey, Molly Bevan''s agent, is in charge of the economic business between her and the gallery. Guo Shouyun has never met, but heard Molly mentioned it.


    "I''ll let Matthew go with you. He can help you get the painting, and also avoid encountering the gangster who covets your beauty like yesterday!"


    Molly Bevan was about to refuse, but after thinking about what happened yesterday, she finally nodded her head after thinking about it.


    After seeing her promise, Guo Shouyun smiled and asked Matthew to explain it.


    "Ding dong...!"


    Just after the two had almost eaten breakfast, the doorbell rang.


    "It should be Mary, I''ll open the door!"


    Looking at the excited Molly, before Guo Shouyun could speak, the person trotted to the door.


    After Guo Shouyun followed her back, a man in a women''s suit, with long golden shawl hair and slender black-rimmed glasses walked in from the opened door. A middle-aged woman with some savvy and capable walked in.


    "Mary!"


    "My dear, I wish you a Merry Christmas in advance!"


    "thanks!"


    Looking at the two hugging each other, a flash of thought flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes. He realized that Molly Bevin was closer to the agent than she had imagined. Of course, he can somewhat guess the reason. Molly Bevan lost her mother at a young age. Therefore, lacking maternal love, she easily accepts middle-aged women who are very good to herself.


    Noticing that the two came from the hall, Guo Shouyun greeted them with a smile.


    "Mary, he''s the Bruce I mentioned to you, my boyfriend!"


    When the last three words were uttered, Molly Bevan''s tone already revealed a shyness that contained happiness.


    Seeing her look in her eyes, Mary Hussey looked at the man in front of her completely subconsciously. But from the looks of it, he''s really good enough. In addition, she also learned a little about each other''s background from Molly. The two sides are also roughly equal. Although the family background is less than the descendants of those large British families. But she appreciates those young elites who started from scratch. Therefore, Guo Shouyun was quite satisfied with her. The only thing that made her a little unhappy was that the other party was not British.


    Of course, Mary Hussey wasn''t racist. It is their own national self-esteem at work. Just like in China, we also instinctively hope that the top beauties in our country can marry the elites of our country. This is understandable.


    "Hello, Ms. Hersey, I''m Bruce Guo, Molly''s boyfriend, nice to meet you. Also, Molly often mentions you in front of me, saying that you helped her with her studies, oil painting sales, and life. gave her a lot."


    Looking at the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, Mary nodded slightly and then shook it.


    "As Molly''s agent these are all things I should do."


    Seeing that the atmosphere between the two was quite harmonious, Molly Bevan on the side was somewhat relieved.


    "...I really hope to have a long talk with Mr. Guo, but today''s time doesn''t allow it, so I can only wait for the next time!"


    "I also hope to communicate with Ms. Hersey. I believe there will be many opportunities in the future!"


    Mary Hussey nodded and looked at Molly next to her. She was much gentler to Molly than she was doing business with Guo Shouyun.


    "Dear, I made an appointment with Mr. Bell to meet at 9:30 this morning, and it''s too late now!"


    "Got it, Mary. I''ll be fine soon!"


    With that said, Molly hurried into the bedroom.


    After her back disappeared, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Ms. Hercy, please sit down, Molly will be fine soon!"


    Mary Hussey nodded, and sat down on the sofa in the living room. Then Guo Shouyun made her a cup of coffee.


    After thanking him, "Mr. Guo, are you coming to the UK this time to visit Molly''s father?"


    "It seems that Molly and Ms. Hersey have a really close relationship." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Molly was very young without a mother, and I had no children. For the four years we have known each other, I have treated Molly as my child. And Molly respects me as her mother. I am very much about her. Care!" Mary Hussey explained softly, looking at the bedroom door.


    "I understand. Molly mentioned your relationship to me."


    Mary Hussey nodded, "I don''t want to interfere with Molly''s feelings. Since she chose you, I hope you can be worthy of her efforts!"


    "Of course! The most important purpose of coming to England with Molly this time is to visit Mr. Bevan and ask his permission to let Molly marry me as his wife!"


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    Mary Hussey nodded with satisfaction and said, "I see sincerity in your eyes. So, if you encounter difficulties when you visit Mr. Bevin, I think I''d be willing to help!"


    "Thank you very much!" Guo Shouyun said happily.


    "What are you talking about?"


    At this moment, Molly Bevin came out of the bedroom after finishing her light makeup.


    "I''ll talk to Bruce about when you''re getting married!" Mary Hussey stood up and laughed.


    "I''m not planning to marry him yet!"


    Women have the problem of duplicity, this is the same in East and West. However, it can be seen from Molly Bevan''s expression and eyes that in fact, she is already determined in her heart.


    "Are you ready?" Mary Hussey asked instead after smiling.


    "Um!"


    "Then let''s go, it''s almost time!"


    "Matthew, remember to take care of them!" Guo Shouyun ordered.


    "Yes, boss!"


    Matthew agreed and took the initiative to pick up the oil painting Molly Bevin brought back yesterday. Seeing him like this, Mary Hussey didn''t say much. It''s really good to have someone help you carry things, and although these oil paintings are not mounted, there are a lot of them, plus they are covered with paint, the weight is definitely not light.


    When Guo Shouyun sent them out of the building, he happened to meet Ma Huateng and Ding Lei and they came over. The two gangs confronted each other. Because Guo Shouyun did not introduce it, and time did not allow it. So soon everyone passed by.


    After entering the elevator, "Molly, did you know those people just now?"


    "I don''t know! But according to Bruce, they are all partners of his Chinese company!"


    "You! Since you have decided to go with him, you must not only understand his character, but also his career! Otherwise, what will you do when he takes you to some necessary social events in the future?"


    "Mary, you know I hate that fake party!" Molly shook her head.


    "I know you don''t like it. But sometimes you have to go. Because you have to let the women who want your husband know that you are his wife."


    "Why do you do this? Aren''t we legal couples when we get married?"


    Seeing her confused look, Mary Hussey sighed and shook her head helplessly.


    "It seems that when today''s affairs are over, I should teach you a good lesson. Otherwise, you will suffer in the future, and you will not know where you are wrong!"


    Molly Bevan smiled and hugged Mary''s arm, with a hint of coquettishness in her tone: "Then I''ll be waiting to hear your teachings!"


    "You are always so lazy about this kind of thing!"


    After Mary Hussey tapped Molly''s delicate nose, she said indulgently.


    Just then, the elevator door opened. After the two went out, Matthew, who acted as a transparent person the whole time, followed him out with the oil painting.


    At the same time, in the living room of Guo Shouyun''s presidential suite, Zhang Lei, Ma Huateng and others had already sat down.


    In the past, no one said much. After all, except for Zhang Lei, the other four have just met Guo Shouyun once, and the relationship is relatively unfamiliar. Instinct will not meddle in other people''s private affairs.


    "I must have read all the materials I gave you yesterday. What do you think? Let''s talk freely now!" Guo Shouyun, who was sitting on the main seat, said.


    Several people looked at each other, Zhang Lei and Li Yu didn''t mean to speak, they were mainly here today to listen. The key is Ma Huateng, Zhang Zhidong and Ding Lei.


    "I am the only one representing NetEase here, and there is no one around to discuss it, so there are a lot of questions. So let me speak first!" Ding Lei took the initiative.


    After hearing the words, Ma Huateng and Zhang Zhidong nodded. Today they are full of energy and have plenty of time. It doesn''t matter who speaks first.


    "Boss, after I read the information last night, I have two problems with online games. First, domestic online game operators generally sell point cards through distributors. Direct sales for the channel, can this really open up the market? Second, why don��t we directly cooperate with distributors such as Ubisoft? I believe this can save us the cost of publicity.��


    After listening, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, and after organizing the language in his heart, "About your first question, it''s actually very simple. Now, there are not many users with personal computers in domestic households, and Internet cafes are the main venues for young people to surf the Internet. The main audience of our games is young people between the ages of 15 and 30, so it is very important to open up the channel of Internet cafes. As long as we take out 5% of the share, then every network manager of Internet cafes will become our sales offline. If the "Legend" game is pre-installed on the computer of every Internet cafe, then we will save countless tens of millions, or even hundreds of millions of publicity costs. And open the market in the fastest time!"


    Selling game point cards through Internet cafes is still a Shanda original. Of course, no one has come up with the idea yet.


    "Second question. Handing over the point card distribution business to Ubisoft can really save energy. But don''t forget that if we can''t have our own distribution channels, it''s easy to be slapped by the card owners. If "Legend" Huge fire, huge profits are rolling in, and Ubisoft is threatening to use channels to increase their share ratio, do you agree or not?"


    "This... Of course I can''t agree!" Ding Lei hesitated.


    "So, compared to Ubisoft, Internet cafes are better to control. And one or two Internet cafes alone are weak, they are easier to satisfy than Ubisoft, and even if we see that our games are making money, they will not raise too much. requirements.��


    After thinking for a moment, Ding Lei nodded in agreement, and then continued: "What about users outside the Internet cafes? I believe that with the development of China''s economy and per capita income growth, the sales of personal computers will increase rapidly."


    "You are right. Personal computers are the major trend of future social development. So, in order to solve the payment problem, I am going to set up a ''third-party payment platform'' - PayPal!"


    "Paypal?"


    While Ding Lei was surprised, Zhang Zhidong''s expression instantly became focused.


    "Yes. PayPal''s functions are similar to those of the United States, but there will be some local fine-tuning according to the different national conditions of the two countries. Its main function is to solve the problem of trust between the two parties in online transactions, which is especially important in China. In the future, NetEase will of game users can buy point cards through PayPal. In addition, the existence of PayPal can also make up for the shortcomings of e-commerce transactions.��


    "In that case, why not put PayPal under NetEase?" Ding Lei said directly. He is also a smart man, and soon realized the importance of PayPal to NetEase.


    "I knew you would ask that!" After looking at him, Guo Shouyun continued, "If a company wants to develop, it must invest a lot of money in the initial stage, especially Internet companies. If ''PayPal'' is put under NetEase, I will If you invest money in NetEase, how will the shares be counted? Of course, as I said yesterday, even if you continue to invest in NetEase, it will not change the current shareholding structure. But what I said is that now is not the future. With additional capital entering the NetEase board of directors, this promise will also be voided. After all, I don��t want to be a fool and take advantage of others in the eyes of others.��


    Ding Lei was silent, Guo Shouyun''s words were very practical. In this world, except for their own parents, no one will give unconditionally.


    "In the future, the revenue of Tencent and NetEase will be realized through the third-party payment channel of ''PayPal''!"


    After a moment''s pause, Guo Shouyun''s deep eyes quickly swept across the faces of the crowd, and then said slowly.


    Ma Huateng''s eyes flashed, "Then can we invest in PayPal?"


    "Yes, but not now!"


    From the beginning, Guo Shouyun planned to include Tencent and NetEase in the list of shareholders of PayPal. But like he said, not now.


    After noticing Guo Shouyun''s attention shifted to himself, Ding Lei, who understood in his heart, continued to ask, "Are we going to learn from Amazon in terms of b2c e-commerce?"


    "No, we are more thorough than Amazon!" Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Huaxia''s logistics system is not as mature as the United States. And the timeliness is not high. Therefore, we not only have to build our own business website, warehousing system and transshipment system. The center also needs to build its own logistics system. Within 1 to 2 years after the establishment of Netease Mall, a six-hour shopping circle in the four first-tier cities of Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen will be built. No more than six hours. It doesn''t matter if it''s daytime or early morning."


    "Six hours?"


    Everyone present was stunned by this efficiency. Not to mention six hours now, it is fast enough to deliver things within three days.


    "Is six hours too short? And if that''s the case, the logistics cost will be unimaginably high!" Ding Lei couldn''t help but said Efficiency wins and service is the priority. If we cannot provide differentiated services, how can we win customers'' trust and dependence on us, and how can we defeat other e-commerce websites? As for cost, if we become the largest distributor in China, we can have the capital to negotiate with manufacturers. If we can put the goods into our reserve warehouse and set the time until the after-sale funds are returned to the manufacturer as half a year, then the profit generated by capital operation during this half year will far exceed the logistics cost! ... This old Zhang must understand better! "


    After noticing Guo Shouyun''s eyes, Zhang Lei nodded.


    "Rationalized capital operation can generate stable growth of about 8% to 10% without high-risk financial investment."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, "So it doesn''t matter that NetEase''s e-commerce is not profitable. With reasonable capital operation, we can still guarantee the profits of the entire NetEase company!"


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    Chapter 153 The London Meeting


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    In later generations, whether it is JD.com, Gome, or Suning Tesco, almost all play like this. In particular, JD.com has losses on its books almost every year. But its stock price is getting higher and higher, so why? There are two main reasons for this: First, JD.com has been developing, and its share in the e-commerce field is getting higher and higher. Second, capital operation, the annual revenue of more than 100 billion yuan, through reasonable capital operation, even if there is only a 1% increase, it is also the volume of 1 billion Huaxia coins. Moreover, given the popularity of Huaxia Real Estate, it is not just 1% to invest casually!


    Now Guo Shouyun is building NetEase according to the JD.com model, and the two will naturally follow the same path.


    After seeing Ding Lei nod, Guo Shouyun continued: "After completing the layout of the first-tier cities, we will complete the layout of the six-hour shopping circle in the second-tier cities within 3-6 years. Of course, considering the timeliness of fresh food and fruit , The six-hour shopping I said is relative. As long as more than 70% of the goods can be done! As for the third- and fourth-tier cities in the back, we need longer time to develop!"


    According to Guo Shouyun''s estimation, when NetEase completes the layout of second-tier cities, the era of "Internet +" is almost here. Offline brick-and-mortar stores will become important, and the strategy back then will definitely be different than it is now. Because the time span is too large, there is no need to say much now. So as not to cause unnecessary ideological confusion to the development of NetEase. Moreover, there is an iron law of ''half a step ahead'' in the technology circle.


    It means that you are half a step ahead of the crowd and you will be successful. But if you are one step ahead you will fail. The best examples are the Iridium program and the Concorde airliner in the United States. Advanced is advanced enough, but unfortunately it is too advanced, far beyond people''s actual needs.


    After listening, Ding Lei said after thinking for a while: "Our resources are concentrated in first- and second-tier cities. What about the rest of the country? Give up?"


    "Of course not. In areas where our self-built logistics cannot reach, after customers place an order, they can hand over the logistics to other logistics companies for delivery! Of course, the time may be slower!"


    "The last question, in terms of online games, can NetEase establish its own R&D system?"


    Facing Ding Lei''s bright eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled, "Of course! In the future, online games will be one of NetEase''s core businesses, and self-built R&D systems will be an essential process. As for the competition with matrix games, honestly, yes I like this. After all, competition will produce better game developers. In addition, Tencent is the same, if you are interested in online games, you can also get involved in the future if you have the capital.��


    Ma Huateng''s eyes flashed, "Will this cause the consumption of resources within the group? After all, Tencent and NetEase are brother companies?"


    Ding Lei also nodded silently.


    "There are no two absolutely parallel lines in the world. Before I planned the boundaries for you, I just asked you to concentrate your limited resources in the most suitable areas in the early stage, and consolidate your position first. When you both grow up, it is natural It will covet a new industry! This will be the will of the entire company''s high-level collective. As a major shareholder, I can forcibly reverse it, but the wise person will not do it when it comes to confrontation between individuals and the collective!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    In the future, China''s Internet development model will be two different extremes from the United States. The United States is more focused, while China is more horizontal expansion, commonly known as the "Internet ecosystem". Look at bta, they are involved in almost every Internet industry. The most typical example: Ali has been defeated and fought many times, but still remains in the original intention of social networking; Tencent is still keen on e-commerce after failure; Baidu, although smaller in scale, also involves video, Internet and other fields. Guo Shouyun doesn''t think he can change this kind of general trend, and he doesn''t want to change either. Because this is the general direction of the entire Huaxia Internet.


    "So, NetEase can also develop into a community in the future?"


    Ding Lei''s words made Ma Huateng''s heart sink.


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Of course! But I don''t recommend NetEase to develop in the direction of the community. You don''t have the genes of being a community. In addition, don''t think that the more industries you are involved in, the better. To a certain extent, this is beneficial. But you must first be clear: no matter what No matter which industry you are in, you have to find your own position.��


    After a pause, "I''ll give you an example: Microsoft, you must be familiar with it. In 1992, Microsoft bought Fox and entered the database software industry. In 1995, it launched the msn network service and began to compete with AOL. In 1996, Microsoft And the American broadcasting giant nbc co-founded msnbc, a comprehensive 24-hour news channel and online news service provider. In addition to the above, Microsoft is involved in many industries. But regardless of success or failure, Microsoft is still Microsoft .Why do they have the confidence to get involved in every industry they are interested in? Because Microsoft knows what their moat is! Where is their foundation!"


    "Operating system!" Li Yu said suddenly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "That''s right. It''s the personal computer operating system. In this regard, no company in the world can challenge Microsoft''s hegemony. So by this alone, Microsoft can earn billions from it every quarter. U.S. dollar profits are invested in industries that interest you, and even if it fails, it will recover quickly with revenue from operating systems. This is the foundation of Microsoft, and it is also the confidence that they dare to expand everywhere.��


    ����If Tencent and NetEase are going to invest in the industries you are interested in, like Microsoft, then they have to build their own moat. Like Microsoft did with the operating system, Tencent has to build its absolute dominance in instant messaging and community. Hegemony. NetEase wants to establish its absolute hegemony in the field of b2c e-commerce. Only in this way can you withstand the storm and not be destroyed as easily as a castle on the beach!"


    Speaking of which, Guo Shouyun thought of LeTV. At its peak, the market value of LeTV exceeded 100 billion yuan, and it has the potential to become a member of bta. It is a pity that the blind horizontal expansion and the lack of its own moat will lead to bankruptcy.


    Looking at Ma Huateng, Ding Lei, and Zhang Zhidong who were in deep thought, Guo Shouyun said in a condensed tone: "I hope that within five years at least, you can focus on doing well in your main industries and do not expand too much horizontally. Otherwise, I will Exercising the power of major shareholders to interfere with the operation of the company!"


    Everyone is good at talking and negotiating, giving subordinates opportunities to express their thoughts and opinions, which is conducive to maintaining unity and stability within the company. But sometimes, it is easy to lose the principle of blindly talking about peace, and it will also make the major shareholder lose his prestige. So the best way is ''Benevolence and power''! Sweet dates are to be given, but sticks are also available!


    Ma Huateng, Ding Lei, Zhang Zhidong, and even Zhang Lei and Li Yu had different expressions after Guo Shouyun finished speaking. But relatively speaking, Ma Huateng and Ding Lei, who still faced Guo Shouyun, were hit harder.


    Looking at the new boss who was sitting in front of him with a dignified expression, Ma Huateng and Ding Lei nodded solemnly.


    "Okay, now that the NetEase matter is over. ... Old Ma, it''s up to you now!"


    After Guo Shouyun changed the subject with a smile, he somewhat eased the dignified atmosphere just now.


    Ma Huateng nodded, "I discussed with Zhidong for one night yesterday. There are two main issues. First, the profitability of Tencent Music website? Second, how to build an online literature website?"


    Guo Shouyun thought about it and said, "I''ll answer your first question first! It''s actually very simple for a music website to make money. It takes the climax of a popular song and makes it into a ringtone. Put it on the website for mobile phone users to download. Qian Yiyi is also in line with Tencent''s wireless value-added services. Of course, this is only one aspect. If you have the heart, you can also extend the influence of the website to offline, and operate like a music company, such as signing singers and contacting performances. Wait! But I don''t recommend you do this any time soon."


    "Why?" Zhang Zhidong asked in surprise.


    "Because Tencent has always been an Internet company. The first thing you have to consider is not how much profit it can make each year. Instead, you should be concerned about how much the registered users grow each year; what kind of community content users need, and satisfy them as much as possible; What opinions do you have on the website, and correct them as much as possible. This is what you should really care about as a company executive. In addition, Tencent and NetEase are both Internet companies, I hope you will remember them, and even engrave them into your bones." Guo Shouyun''s voice After a while, his expression suddenly became serious, "In any case you should insist on putting ''user experience'' in the first place of enterprise development. Profit is only a by-product of satisfying user experience. Definitely not the main purpose."


    Ding Lei looked at each other and nodded quickly.


    Guo Shouyun''s words and his views on the future of the Internet are like opening a new window, allowing Ma Huateng and the others to see a completely different landscape than before.


    When Tencent, NetEase and PayPal slowly developed and expanded. When it had a major impact on China and even the whole world, Ding Lei, Ma Huateng and Zhang Zhidong also talked about the significant impact of this exchange on their business ideas on public and private occasions countless times. Therefore, this "London Meeting" was also recorded as a major event that determined the history of Internet development. At the same time, it has also become one of the key plots of Guo Shouyun''s legendary life, which has been talked about by all walks of life in later generations and has been continuously praised.


    Afterwards, Guo Shouyun explained to Ma Huateng the construction of the online literature website in detail. This is the one he is most familiar with. Therefore, Qidian Chinese website, as well as Qidian''s VIP system, attendance award system, and 200,000-300,000-character listing system were born in advance.


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    Chapter 154 Visiting the door


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    Watching the huge Airbus A350 take off, Guo Shouyun stood in the maintenance hall for a long time until it disappeared into the distance.


    In the past week, he and Ma Huateng, Ding Lei and Zhang Lei have discussed many times around the future development of Tencent and NetEase, the development trend of China Internet, the future of China''s economy, and the future general trend of the world economy. Although in the exchange, we all have small differences with each other. But after a week, the relationship between each other has changed from unfamiliar to familiar, from familiar to understanding, and finally became a friend who met late. This can be considered to achieve another purpose of Guo Shouyun''s invitation to Ma Huateng and the others to meet in the UK.


    For this purpose, he even gave up the West''s annual favorite Christmas. Of course, it also has to do with him. The spiritual core is still Guo Shouyun, who came from the traditional Chinese Han people in China, and has never looked at Christmas squarely. In contrast, the Spring Festival is the most unmissable festival in his heart. So when Molly Bevin came home for Christmas, he didn''t go back with a piece. When the Lincolns called to ask when he was going back to the farm for Christmas, he also declined because of their party with Ma Huateng.


    However, although he declined Christmas, in order to maintain his personal connections, the calls that he should make, and the greeting cards he should send, he failed. Whether it is the Olympian family, or Jeff Bezos, who has still not given him any news, as well as his economics and computer science professors in college, as well as his partners, etc.


    "Boss, it''s almost time!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Is everything ready?"


    "Everything is ready as you ordered!" Matthew said.


    "Then let''s go too!"


    After he finished speaking, he took out the ticket from his pocket, and Guo Shouyun rarely showed a trace of worry on his face. Although he is very confident in his own strength. But now that I''m going to see Molly''s father, I''m still somewhat worried.


    The distance from London to Exeter is not too far, less than an hour by plane. After checking in at the hotel in the city center, Guo Shouyun took out his mobile phone and called Molly.


    "Hey, honey, I''m here!"


    "Arrived? Where are you now?" Molly''s clear but low-pitched voice came through.


    "In the Randolph Hotel in the heart of Exeter!" After a pause, "did you tell your dad about us?"


    "Why don''t I say that Al''s big mouth has already told Dad about us!" Molly Bevan complained in her tone.


    "Then what''s your father''s attitude?" Guo Shouyun asked with concern.


    "It doesn''t seem to have any special indication, just asked me about your situation!"


    Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief, "That''s good! ... By the way, it''s already three o''clock in the afternoon, shall I visit your house in the evening?"


    "Okay, then I''ll go tell Dad!" After a brief hesitation, Molly agreed.


    "Yeah!" Guo Shouyun continued after agreeing, "By the way, can you come over later?"


    "What?"


    "I miss you!" Guo Shouyun''s tone had a hint of fiery and ambiguous.


    Molly Bevin on the other side of the phone blushed, and from his tone, he remembered the happy time when the two of them had been together some time ago. Young men and women who are in the period of passionate love, even if they are separated for only four days, will give birth to the yearning of "one day is like three autumns"!


    "let me try!"


    Molly Bevan also has some expectations in her heart. After all, when it comes to ''sex'', both men and women are the same. It''s just that some are subtle and some are more straightforward.


    "Then I''ll wait for you at the hotel!"


    "Um!"


    Unfortunately, Guo Shouyun was destined to be disappointed. Within an hour, Molly Bevan called. Old Bevin stopped her from going out on the pretext of preparing dinner for the ''future son-in-law''. Although this result is not very good, it is a good thing that the old Bevin did not show his hatred for him.


    In this case, Guo Shouyun can only obediently prepare for the evening visit. The gifts were all chosen by Molly Bevin in the shopping malls in London after they asked the old Bevin what they liked, so they didn''t need to worry about it. The only thing to worry about is the attitude of old Bevin.


    As time goes by, it gets dark very early in winter in the UK at high latitudes, and the lights are on at around five o''clock. By the time Guo Shouyun was dressed neatly and went out with a gift, it was completely dark.


    "Boss, do you want me to join you?"


    "No, you stay here!" This time it was considered a ''family banquet'', and it was not like that with a bodyguard.


    "How is it, okay?"


    Guo Shouyun, who turned around halfway, showed himself.


    ��Excellent!��


    Matthew was not stingy with his compliments.


    "That''s good!" Nodding with satisfaction, "Give me something!"


    After taking the gift he bought in advance from Matthew, Guo Shouyun pushed open the door and walked out, "By the way, it''s just after Christmas, it''s the busiest time of the year, if you don''t want to be bored in your room, just go out. Go for a walk!"


    "No, I still prefer to be quiet. Besides, I''ll call her after I''ve agreed with Asha."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I really envy you for having a well-behaved and beautiful daughter....Let''s go!" After waving his hands casually, Guo Shouyun walked out of the room.


    Because of the previous experience, Guo Shouyun found the bar that he remembered deeply in the car provided by the hotel.


    Although there is no winter break in the Premier League, even matches will be frequent. But Essect City football team is only a third-tier team, and few people except local people pay attention. But the locals are basically enjoying the Christmas holiday, so the bar is a bit deserted than usual.


    Guo Shouyun simply glanced inside and went around to the back. Molly Bevan had told him ahead of time. Although you can enter through the bar, the back door is the place where guests should go when they visit.


    Because it is located in the city center, the back door of Molly''s house is not the kind of villa-style house with a yard. It''s more like an apartment. After briefly looking at the heavy wooden door in front of him, Guo Shouyun rang the doorbell. It wasn''t long before the sound of rapid footsteps came to mind.


    With a ''squeak'' sound, the wooden door was quickly opened from the inside. Seeing Guo Shouyun standing outside the door, wearing a pink knitted sweater, black tight-fitting trousers, and Molly Bevin''s pretty face with long hair and shawl immediately showed a surprised smile.


    "You came?"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun was filled with anticipation and excitement, strode forward and embraced the beauty in his arms.


    "Bruce, it looks like you don''t have anyone else in your eyes except Molly!"


    Looking at Al Bevan who was standing next to him on the stairs, arms folded and half leaning on the wall, looking at Al Bevin here with a half-smile, Guo Shouyun released the beauty in his arms, "I''m really surprised why are you here? Via refused?"


    "Hey! This young master is talented and handsome, let alone Olivia, even her family has already been captured by me!" Al Bevan said proudly.


    "But how did I hear Olivia say that you wanted to be a guest at someone''s house for Christmas, but she refused?" Molly Bevan said.


    Al Bevin staggered and almost fell down the stairs.


    "Molly, you are my sister anyway, so you don''t need to dismantle me like this, right?"


    "Humph!" Molly Bevan wrinkled her nose, "Go and tell Dad that Bruce is here!"


    "Got it!" After agreeing, Al Bevan gave Guo Shouyun a playful look, "Hey, I really hope my dad''s old-fashioned way can bring you a little fun."


    After the words fell, Al Bevan turned and walked upstairs.


    "Bruce, don''t worry. My dad is not a difficult person to get along with!" Molly quickly comforted.


    "I know. Molly, don''t worry!"


    Even so, how could Guo Shouyun, who has experienced such a thing for the first time in his two lifetimes, have no burden in his heart!


    After closing the entrance door and briefly looking at the hall, which is only three square meters in size, he walked up the stairs extending up from the left and came to the living room on the second floor.


    The living room is not too big, about 40 square meters, and the overall decoration style tends to be British classical. Oil paintings hang on the walls, apparently Molly''s handwriting. From their number, it is clear that the owner of the room is very partial to his daughter. As for the football that my son likes, except for a football trophy on the shelf in the corner, I have never seen anything related to football.


    "You sit first, I''ll go get you a cup of coffee!" Molly said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and just after sitting down for a long time, he heard slightly heavy footsteps coming from the other descending stairs. This voice was self-evident, and Guo Shouyun stood up subconsciously.


    As he looked at it, a middle-aged strong man with a thick beard, wearing a black coat, slightly fat and tall, came up.


    "dad!"


    Seeing the person who came Molly greeted her with joy and a hint of apprehension in her tone after she put down her coffee. Guo Shouyun followed behind him and followed.


    "Dad, this is the Bruce I mentioned to you before! My boyfriend!"


    "Hello uncle, my name is Bruce Guo! Nice to meet you!" Guo Shouyun said quickly, "Oh, yes. Molly said that you like to collect shotguns, so I brought a handmade shotgun from ''William'' company. to you!"


    Speaking of which, Guo Shouyun opened the gift box in his hand, revealing the exquisite shotgun split into two parts, the barrel and the butt, on the crimson liner.


    The old Bevin, who likes to collect shotguns, is obviously knowledgeable. When he saw the double-barreled shotgun in the box, his eyes brightened.


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    Chapter 155 William Shotgun


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    Seeing him like this, Guo Shouyun was somewhat relieved. ��WwW.suimeng.l�� ''William'' company, as the top hand-made firearms manufacturing company in Europe, only produces 2 double-barreled shotguns every year. Purely handcrafted, each is a work of art of perfect firearms. Therefore, it is not easy to get such a shotgun, not only to book a year in advance, but also to spend a huge sum of about 00,000 pounds.


    In preparation for today''s visit, he bought it from a gun enthusiast for twice as much.


    "You have a heart!"


    Old Bevin nodded in satisfaction. There is a saying that many people are not to blame, not to mention Guo Shouyun''s gift was delivered to his heart.


    "As long as uncle likes it!"


    Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    "Sit down and talk!"


    "OK!"


    After agreeing, Guo Shouyun followed Old Bevin to the living room sofa and sat down. The ugly daughter-in-law will be nervous when she sees her in-laws, and his ugly son-in-law will be equally nervous when she sees her old husband. After all, this is the first time I have experienced this kind of thing, and I really have no experience.


    After glancing at his daughter who was sitting beside Guo Shouyun, Old Bevin said, "Molly told me everything about you. I don''t have anything to say about other aspects. But do you have any plans for your future?"


    "Future?" After hesitating, Guo Shouyun instantly understood what Old Bevin meant and quickly said, "I discussed this with Molly. We are both still young, so we will get married after she finishes her graduate studies. We''ll be living in San Francisco after we get married. Plus, we''d love to have you there with us...!"


    "I''m not going to America. I''m used to being in Exeter, with all my friends," interrupted old Bevin.


    Guo Shouyun and Molly looked at each other, "Then we will also buy a house in Exeter. Anyway, the transportation is very convenient now, so we can visit you often in the future!"


    "That''s not bad!" Old Bevin smiled.


    Hearing the sound of going upstairs again, Guo Shouyun, who was about to speak, stopped subconsciously.


    "You''re not looking at the store below, what are you doing up here?"


    Al Bevan shrugged indifferently, "Everyone is gone, why am I still guarding the empty store? Besides, I still have important things to do with Bruce!"


    "In addition to football and picking up girls, what important things do you have!" The old Bevin obviously knew his son quite well.


    "Dad, football is my career, how can it not be important? Besides, your son is going to be a top sports agent like Jonathan Barnett and Raiola in the future." Al Bevin is proud road.


    "As long as you don''t make trouble for me, that''s enough!"


    Old Bevin obviously didn''t have much trust in his son. After hitting him without hesitation, he stood up and greeted Molly, "It''s getting late. Molly, let''s prepare dinner together!"


    "Okay, Dad!"


    "Uncle, my cooking skills are good, can I help with a piece too?"


    "No need. Since that stinky boy is looking for you, you can talk to him. As for dinner, we have already prepared a lot at noon, no trouble!"


    Old Bevin waved his hand and greeted Molly Bevin into the restaurant on the side.


    "Don''t worry about them. It''s just dinner, it''ll be over soon!" Al Bevan, who came over, pulled Guo Shouyun and sat down.


    Glancing at him, "Tell me, what are you looking for from me?"


    "hey-hey!"


    Al Bevan rubbed his hands excitedly, "Bruce. No, brother-in-law. The three players you recommended to me are really good. Can you recommend a few more?"


    "Player?"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him, "I remember that someone was very disgusted at the time, and they said ''rubbish''...!"


    "I''m blind, brother-in-law, you don''t remember villains. Besides, Bevin Economics still has half of your equity!" Al Bevin said with a smirk.


    "How is your relationship with Olivia?" Guo Shouyun asked instead.


    "Take it! Definitely take it. You can rest assured that she will never interfere with your relationship with my sister in the future!" Al Bevan patted his chest and assured.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Although the players I recommend to you are really good. But why did you become so active all of a sudden?"


    "Hehe. Through Olivia, I ran them all to Olympiacos. Not only was Rick extremely satisfied, but I also made a fortune from middle school!"


    "Do you realize now that I made you pursue Olivia''s favor?"


    "Of course, of course! Thanks to my brother-in-law''s plan!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was quite satisfied with the flattery of Al Bevan, frowned slightly and thought silently. Seeing him like this, although Al Bevan looked straight at him, he didn''t make a sound.


    "Luca Toni, Marcos Senna, Diego Milito, the first and third are in Italy, Marcos Senna should be in Brazil by now, find it yourself. Also, you can try to get in touch Didier Drogba, Miroslav Klose, and Ruud Struy. One of them in France, one in Germany, one in the Netherlands. These six should have agents if they sell If they do, buy the ownership of these players. If they don''t sell, try to pull their brokers into the company and become partners. Especially the last three!"


    The six people recommended by Guo Shouyun to Al Bevan are basically representatives of late bloomers in European football. But some of the difficulties were Ruud van Nistelrooy. However, Guo Shouyun remembered that in the 00-0 season, Ruud van Nistelrooy missed the entire season with a torn cruciate ligament. The cruciate ligament is related to the athletic ability of the player. A lot of geniuses disappear from people''s sight because of this. So, this might be an opportunity. Of course, to miss is to miss. He is only responsible for recommending Al Bevan, and whether he can recruit these people under his command is not something he should worry about.


    "clear!"


    Al Bevan nodded excitedly. With the previous example, he now has great trust in the players recommended by Guo Shouyun.


    After getting a pen and paper and asking Guo Shouyun to write down the names and nationalities, the two chatted for a while, and then it was time for dinner.


    Although it was the first time to come to the door, to Guo Shouyun''s surprise, the old Bevin was not as difficult to get along with as he thought. He didn''t teach his hairy-footed son-in-law a lesson with shotguns and all kinds of pranks, as in Hollywood movies. Therefore, under the arrangement of Molly Bevin and Al Bevin, the whole dinner party was relatively pleasant to chat. ..


    Of course, though, the idea of ??staying overnight, or taking Molly Bevan out for the night, was doomed.


    After dinner, Guo Shouyun wisely bid farewell after staying at Bevin''s house until nine o''clock in the evening. He was then sent out of the house by Molly Bevan.


    When they came outside and left the sight of old Bevin, the two of them would inevitably be crazy.


    With a blushing face, he pushed Guo Shouyun away panting, "Okay, it''s getting late, you should go back early."


    Savoring the taste of the tongue kiss just now, Guo Shouyun, although reluctant, did not dare to make trouble here. It would be bad if you made a bad impression on old Bevin.


    "Okay! But you must come to the hotel tomorrow to find me!"


    "Yeah!" Molly Bevin, who understood Guo Shouyun''s purpose, nodded shyly.


    "Oh, yes. Do we need to visit Rowling tomorrow?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Rowling and her family are spending Christmas in Australia now, not in Exeter!"


    "That''s it, that''s it!"


    "There will be many opportunities for everyone to get along in the future. Moreover, Rowling and Neil''s wedding will be held in March, and then I will take you to congratulate them!"


    "Really That''s great. I envy them!"


    "Hehe. If you want to be envious, we can get married earlier!" Guo Shouyun smiled and tightened the waist of the beautiful woman in his arms.


    "No, I have to finish school first!"


    Although she was very moved and her promise to Guo Shouyun was sweet, Molly Bevin still felt that she would consider marriage after finishing her studies.


    "Alright then!" Guo Shouyun shrugged, knowing that she would say that.


    "Okay, it''s time for me to go up, or Dad should rush!"


    "Oh, okay!"


    Reluctantly, she let go of Molly Bevan, and then watched her turn back into the house, until the whole back disappeared behind the door.


    At this point, Guo Shouyun slowly turned around and drove back to the hotel.


    Silent night!

 Chapter 156： Harvest Matrix

    Chapter 156 The Harvest Matrix


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    Exeter is not big, and a small city with a population of less than 150,000 is not as good as a larger town in China. So you can imagine how boring it is to live here. But for those who like quiet, this is a good place to go.


    Guo Shouyun is a quiet person, and it is not too hard for him to stay in Exeter. Besides, there''s Molly Bevin here. There is a saying: once the golden wind and jade dew meet, they become countless in the world. The beauty is in her arms, the spring breeze is several degrees, and the boring days become interesting. However, people are destined to be unable to exist without society. Good times don''t always stay where they are.


    In the blink of an eye, the year 2000 is past tense.


    In order to get closer to the old Bevan, Guo Shouyun stayed in Exeter for nearly half a month before returning to London with Molly Bevan before her school started.


    Instead of staying in a hotel this time, the pair moved into an apartment on Gower Street in London''s Kensington district. It is also close to a range of prestigious institutions including the Royal Albert Hall, the Royal Academy of Music, Imperial College, Hyde Park, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the British Museum of Natural History. The most important thing is that it is close to the Royal Academy of Arts, which is convenient for him to come to England to meet Molly in the future. Of course, Molly Bevan can also live here in peacetime.


    "Like it?"


    "I like it! It''s just too big. I live in a space alone!"


    Looking at the five rooms, two halls and two bathrooms, the area exceeds 200 square meters. And the luxuriously decorated room, Molly Bevan was satisfied but also a little worried.


    "...How about I let Olivia move in with me?"


    Looking at her expectant eyes, Guo Shouyun''s face froze. He didn''t want to get a light bulb between him and Molly. However, it is obviously impossible to directly deny it.


    "Olivia is playing hot with the whole Elle right now, whether you want it or not."


    "That''s true!"


    Molly was a little sullen.


    "Why don''t I find a female bodyguard for you, the scene at the Hilton Hotel is also happening, and I can rest assured that someone will protect your safety!" Guo Shouyun took the opportunity to say.


    "Don''t! I don''t want to live under other people''s eyes all day long. As for the harassment of those playboys, I have enough ways to deal with it. Besides, haven''t I been fine for so many years?"


    Seeing that she insisted, Guo Shouyun couldn''t force it.


    "But I don''t worry about you living here alone!"


    "Hee hee. Then I usually go back to school, and we will live here together when you come!" Molly Bevan ran over and hugged his arm, with a coquettish tone in her tone.


    Facing the beauty''s soft words, Guo Shouyun nodded and agreed when his heart softened.


    Just then, Matthew came over.


    "Boss, Mr. Morris is here!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, "Please come in!"


    "Yes!"


    "I''m going to clean up my studio!" Molly Bevin said after Matthew left.


    "As the future Mrs. Guo, don''t you plan to meet the senior managers of our family''s companies?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    After a little hesitation, Molly Bevin shook her head, "No, I don''t know anything about business either. Reluctantly staying here won''t help, and I don''t like it myself."


    Guo Shouyun, who knew Molly''s character, didn''t force it.


    "Well, it will be noon soon. You help Zhang Luo to have lunch, and I will introduce Buddy to you at the dinner table! After all, we will be together in the future, and there are some people you must know!"


    "All right!"


    "Then I''ll go to work first!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after watching Molly Bevan leave, he turned to look at the door. At this time, Buddy Morris was walking in behind Matthew with his secretary.


    "Buddy, Merry Christmas!"


    "Merry Christmas, boss!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who came up with open arms, Buddy Morris immediately strode over. The two simply hugged each other and sat down on the sofa in the living room politely to each other.


    After Matthew served the coffee, Guo Shouyun asked with a smile, "How about it? After flying from Los Angeles to London, you can still hold your body and spirit after 12 hours? Do you want to take a break?"


    "No need. I slept the whole voyage, so it will be refreshing."


    "That''s good! I don''t want to be a mean boss!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "of course not!"


    After Buddy Morris smiled, he reached out and took the briefcase from the secretary, then took out a document from it and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    "Boss, this is the business information and financial statements of Matrix Films in 2000."


    As a company owner, these key data are undoubtedly what he cares about the most, so he sees them in great detail.


    According to the data, the current revenue of Matrix Films mainly comes from movies, namely "Smart: Ghost Record", "Chainsaw" and "Legal Blonde"! "Smart: Ghost Stories" grossed $274 million at the box office plus peripherals. After deducting the share of the theater chain, the revenue belonging to Matrix Films is 134 million, and the net profit after deducting costs is about 75 million US dollars. The revenue generated by "Chainsaw" and the profit brought to Matrix Pictures is slightly lower than that of "Smart: Ghost Recording", but it also has a net profit of 63 million US dollars. Two low-investment and high-yield movies make the entire Hollywood envy the matrix.


    As the third film released by Matrix Films, "Legal Blonde" was not bad at the box office. In the first weekend after Christmas, it made $500,000 at the box office, ranking first among all films in the same period. . Now two weeks later, the box office has reached 43.7 million US dollars. With Legally Blonde''s total investment of $18 million, she clearly paid for it. And according to the current development trend, if nothing else, this is another classic with a global box office of over 100 million.


    Counting the film''s revenue, plus the revenue of Matrix Films in traditional documentaries and theaters, throughout 2000, Matrix Films generated a total of 397 million US dollars in revenue, and 188 million US dollars in revenue. profit.


    Of course, the income is high, and the expenses are equally high. The three films "Harry Potter and the Philosopher''s Stone", "Fast and Furious 1" and "Fifty Shades of Grey" have successively invested nearly 60 million yuan! And generated 40 million bank loans to complete the subsequent production and distribution.


    In addition to movies, the theater chain is the bulk of the expenditure. At present, Matrix Films has 15 theaters that have opened or are being renovated. These fifteen cinema chains generated 140 million bank loans. Even though these loans have a 30-year repayment period, the pressure is not too great. But after a year, including interest, it is also a huge sum of nearly 6.7 million. However, the real pressure is still on the original decoration expenditure. In the past six months, Matrix has invested 80 million US dollars on it.


    In addition, Matrix owes ***** a two-year loan of $120 million. Fortunately, this loan is only due to repay the principal and interest.


    Therefore, throughout the two thousand years, the balance sheet of Matrix Pictures is: total assets of 543 million US dollars, liabilities of 302 million US dollars, revenue of 397 million US dollars, profit of 188 million US dollars, expenses of 157 million US dollars, and surplus of 31 million US dollars.


    Of course, because Legally Blonde''s box office hasn''t arrived yet, it doesn''t count here. Otherwise it will be higher.


    "good!"


    After reading the complete document, Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction.


    Matrix Pictures is financially healthy under Buddy Morris. Moreover, the financial leverage is basically maintained at about 60%, which can not only reasonably avoid taxes, but also support the expansion of Matrix Films to the greatest extent.


    "Thank you boss for the compliment!"


    Buddy Morris said humbly.


    After looking at him, "I promised before: If you do well, I will give you shares in Matrix Films. Now your grades are worthy of my trust, so it''s time for me to fulfill my promise!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun took out the equity transfer documents prepared in advance.


    "Look at it and sign it if there''s nothing wrong with it!"


    "Boss...really?"


    Looking at the document, Buddy Morris, with an excited expression on his face, was quite at a loss for the sudden surprise.


    "Of course! Although Matrix Pictures has not yet been listed, this 2% stake is also worth more than 3 million US dollars!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Why, too little?"


    "No, no, how is that possible. I''m just... just a little too excited!" Buddy Morris waved his hand hastily.


    "Buddy, calm down. You deserve this. And I''m a rewarding boss!"


    Buddy Morris nodded vigorously, glanced at Guo Shouyun gratefully, took a deep breath, calmed down, picked up the document and pen and signed his name on it.


    "Okay, from now on, in addition to being the CEO of Matrix Films, you will also be its partner!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled after taking a look at the documents signed by Buddy Morris.


    "Thank you, boss!"


    Buddy Morris said solemnly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "If you''re grateful, you don''t need to say more. If you manage the company well in the future, even if you live up to my trust!"


    "Um!"


    Buddy Morris nodded earnestly.


    "How are the preparations for the filming of "The Hangover"?" Guo Shouyun changed the subject.


    "The investment and script are all ready. The directors are the Ferrari brothers. In 1998, their romantic comedy "I''m Crazy for Mary" created a global box office of 360 million US dollars, which is very suitable for directing the same type of "Hangover"!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Originally, he planned to let Justin Lin film "The Fast and the Furious" and later "The Hangover", but the other party refused after reading the script. Although he is Chinese, he is really not good at shooting this kind of pure American road comedy. No way, Guo Shouyun can only find other people.


    "What about other movies?"


    "The filming of "Smart: Ghost Story 2" will start in March, and the filming of "Chainsaw 2" will start in August in the second half of the year, and James will still shoot. In addition, we have already negotiated with Warner, and they will decide the shooting of "National Treasure". , we supervise. "Pirates of the Caribbean" we call the shots, they supervise. As for the specific shooting time, it depends on their preparations. In addition, James will direct the shooting of three movies this year, in order to save his time and energy, we are going to give him Prepare an experienced assistant director in each of the three crews."


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly, and after thinking for a moment, "Warner is in charge of "National Treasure", we don''t have to worry too much, just supervise the finances. As for "Pirates of the Caribbean", as its creator, I have already considered it. We have a few candidates for the main and supporting roles."


    "Oh?"


    "...Jack Sparrow, played by Johnny Depp; Will Turner for Orlando Bloom; Elizabeth Swan, played by Keira Knightley, as for Barbossa , played by Geoffrey Rush!"


    To be honest, among the four characters who played the most roles in "Pirates of the Caribbean", Guo Shouyun was most dissatisfied with Will Turner played by Orlando Bloom. Maybe he is really handsome in the eyes of girls. But as a blacksmith, he was too thin. With Jack Sparrow, who is also thin and feminine, there is no masculinity in the whole play, and there is no conflict at all. If possible, Guo Shouyun would prefer to find ''Captain'' or ''Brother Hammer'' to play Will Turner. However, in the face of a big production with an investment of more than 100 million yuan, Guo Shouyun did not dare to be self-willed. After hesitating for a long time in order to make money safely, he still chose to be loyal to the original work.


    "In addition, judging from the current box office, "Legal Blonde" is also a popular film, so you can inform Robert and let him prepare the second film!"


    Buddy Morris nodded and wrote down Guo Shouyun''s words one by one, "By the way, the boss, the Tolkien Legacy Foundation, rejected our offer to change the copyright of "The Hobbit" film and television!"


    "Refused, why?"


    Guo Shouyun frowned. The Lord of the Rings is coming out this year. When the box office hits, fools know the value of "The Hobbit", and the price will be even greater. So, last year he told Buddy Morris to get in touch with the Tolkien Heritage Foundation.


    "The reason they rejected it was that the price was too low. In fact, our $5 million plus 7.5% total box office cut was more than they sold to New Line for the "Lord of the Rings" rights!"


    "Obviously these greedy guys are also going to take advantage of the release of The Lord of the Rings." Guo Shouyun quickly guessed the thoughts of the management of the Tolkien Legacy Foundation. UU reading


    Buddy Morris nodded in agreement, "So shall we continue?"


    "No! They won''t compromise until The Lord of the Rings! It''s better to chase new goals than to waste their time!"


    "new goal?"


    "Yeah!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "Is the copyright of "Spider-Man" owned by Columbia Pictures?"


    "Yes!"


    "Go and contact Howard Stringer in Columbia and see if you can buy the copyright of "Spider-Man"." After a pause, Guo Shouyun thought for a while, "If they don''t sell it, you can refund it. One step, jointly invest in filming, and then enjoy the copyright according to the investment amount.��


    As one of the most profitable of Marvel''s many superheroes, Guo Shouyun also came up with the idea of ??''Little Spider''.


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    Compared with "Spider-Man", Guo Shouyun wants Marvel more. Once it is won, with Marvel''s large number of superheroes, it can completely lay the foundation for the glory of the matrix in the next two decades. However, even if Marvel is very down and out now, and even has to sell its comic copyrights to survive, after all, the "thin camel is bigger than the horse", it is not easy to win it. It can''t be done without more than $800 million in funding.


    Moreover, even if Guo Shouyun now has $800 million in his hand, he will not buy Marvel. After all, compared to Apple and Amazon, although Marvel has a very bright future, it is much inferior to the previous two super enterprises.


    "Boss, if we win the copyright, will we have another super blockbuster filming plan this year?" Buddy Morris hesitated.


    "If we can get all the copyrights, we will start preparations in the second half of this year and start shooting next year. However, I estimate that people from Sony Columbia will not sell it easily, so we are most likely to invest. An investment of more than tens of millions a year will make us It''s not too much pressure."


    After nodding, Buddy Morris was silent for a moment, "Boss, I think we still have a great chance of getting the copyright!"


    "Why? Sony paid $7 million a year ago for the rights to Spider-Man!"


    "Because Howard, the president of Columbia, has asked me more than once about the possibility of co-producing The Da Vinci Code. Because of your explanation, I have rejected them before. But if we propose an exchange, the other party will definitely take it seriously. Think about it. After all, your ''The Da Vinci Code'' is by far the most popular reasoning in the world, with over 10 million sales!"


    Guo Shouyun touched his chin and said with great interest: "This is an opportunity! ... In this way, after you return from London, contact Howard Stringer to see if the copyrights of the two parties can be exchanged. If not, It can be exchanged in half, and each side has 50%!"


    "clear!"


    After putting down the information about Matrix Films in his hand, "This year''s shooting plan is the same for the time being. If we can only get part of the copyright, then we will only invest. If we get all the copyright, let Justin Lin prepare for the second half of the year. This year Filming will start at the end of the year or early next year.��


    After Buddy Morris nodded, "As for the theater chain, this year''s task is to increase the number to 25 and increase the number of screens by 120!"


    "Yes!"


    "Bruce, lunch is ready!"


    At this moment Molly came over.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Buddy, let me introduce you, this is my fiancee, Molly Bevin! ... Molly, this is Buddy Morris, my partner in Matrix Pictures. !"


    "Mrs Guo, hello!"


    Buddy Morris''s name made Molly blushed slightly, but she stretched out her right hand very politely, "Nice to meet you, Mr. Morris!"


    Maybe it was because he understood Guo Shouyun''s scruples as a Chinese, so Buddy Morris didn''t use the common western kiss, but simply shook hands with Molly and then stopped.


    "It''s not early, let''s have dinner together. By the way, Molly. We are going to Oxford together in the afternoon, do you want one?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Oxford?"


    "Well! The "Harry Potter and the Philosopher''s Stone" filmed by Matrix Films is being filmed there, we are going to take a look!"


    This was discussed by Guo Shouyun before Buddy Morris came over. Moreover, this is also one of the main purposes of Buddy flying from Los Angeles to London. As a super blockbuster in which the company invested 60 million US dollars, no matter how much you care, it is not too much.


    "I''m going to clean up the room in the afternoon, so I won''t go with you!" After some hesitation, Molly shook her head.


    "All right!"


    Guo Shouyun did not force it either.


    Under his greeting, everyone had lunch together. After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun left here with Buddy Morris and Matthew after preparing.


    It is less than 100 kilometers from London to Oxford, and it takes less than an hour to drive there. In addition, the endless grasslands and crops along the route, as well as the traditional British rural buildings with spires, red tiles, white walls and black columns, have merged into a beautiful oil painting, which makes people almost forget the fatigue of the journey.


    Oxford University, with a thousand-year history, is world-renowned, and its academic and scientific research level is at the top level. No introduction is necessary here.


    When Guo Shouyun and his car drove into this ancient city, which is prosperous because of the university, the classical buildings that can be seen everywhere make people feel the accumulation of culture and history very intuitively. This city that exudes a unique charm in the sun has given birth to the world''s top universities.


    Looking at the ancient streets staggered on both sides, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but think of a topic that was often discussed on the Internet in Huaxia in his previous life: the most regrettable thing about modern Huaxia is that it has lost its traditional culture, especially classical architecture.


    In a sense, this is correct. In the 21st century, China is strong, but except for a few tourist attractions, more than 95% of the cities have not seen the slightest trace of the inheritance of the ancient civilization of 5,000 years.


    Of course, it was the ultimate destruction that allowed Huaxia, who was in the abyss, to get rid of the chronic illness, ushered in the new life of civilization, and had subsequent prosperity. But there are always two sides to the contradiction. There is a price to pay for the benefits of development.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Buddy Morris'' reminder made Guo Shouyun wake up from his flying thoughts.


    He simply looked at the red-tiled spires in front of him, and the white walls turned over the magnificent buildings of ancient colors.


    "Is this the Oxford library?"


    Buddy Morris nodded, "The scenes where the little wizards have classes at Hogwarts in "Harry Potter" were all filmed here!"


    Guo Shouyun was taken aback. He knew the most about the filming locations in "Harry Potter", which was "Platform Four and Three Quarters" in London, and he didn''t know anything else!


    "Let''s go down!"


    Everyone nodded, and under the leadership of Guo Shouyun, they got off one after another.


    When everyone was about to reach the front of the library door, a middle-aged man in a black suit who was standing outside quickly greeted him.


    "Mr. Morris...! Are you Mr. Guo?"


    The middle-aged man was about to say hello to Buddy Morris, but after noticing Guo Shouyun who was standing on the side, he looked startled, and after a quick reaction, he hurried over.


    Looking at the right hand that the other party stretched out towards him with joy, Guo Shouyun gave Buddy Morris a questioning look while holding it.


    The latter understood and quickly introduced: "Boss, this is Sith Campbell, the representative sent by the company to the "Harry Potter" crew!"


    "Hello!"


    After that, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Hello, boss! It''s an honor to meet you here!"


    "You''re welcome. By the way, is the crew inside?" Guo Shouyun didn''t want to waste too much time outside, so he asked directly after saying hello.


    "Here, Director Chris is taking the actors to a potions class!"


    "Let''s go in. I''m quite interested!"


    "Okay, please come with me!"


    Under the leadership of Sith Campbell, everyone was not blocked by the doorman, and easily came to the shooting location on the second floor of the Oxford Library.


    Compared to the relatively quiet place on the first floor, on the second floor, theater management, producers, artists, and photographers shuttle back and forth, each performing their duties, like a group of busy and orderly worker bees.


    These people obviously knew Sith Campbell, but seeing how he was entertaining Guo Shouyun and the others, the others also knew that a big man was coming from the crew. But no one came up to say hello. unless you have enough status. Just like the bearded man in a vest in front of him.


    "Boss, this is the assistant director of the crew, Mr. David Yates! ... Mr. Yates, this is Mr. Guo, the chairman of our Matrix Films."


    David Yates was shocked. After the turmoil of the copyright change in the past year that almost caused the disbandment of the crew, the boss of Matrix Films, who replaced Heiman Films as the new owner of "Harry Potter", just It became the focus of everyone talking after dinner. What he couldn''t imagine was that the other party was so young and looked like a college student, which did not conform to the traditional image of a businessman in Vanity Fair.


    Although he was thinking about it, David Yates''s subordinates were not slow, and after quickly extending his right hand to the other party, "Mr. Guo, it is an honor to meet you!"


    "I''m also honored to meet Director Yates! ... Is filming still going on?" After letting go, Guo Shouyun pointed to the room next to him.


    "Yes!...I''ll take you there."


    "Then trouble Director Yates!"


    "You''re welcome!"


    This time the team is bigger than before.


    Go through the hallway and enter through the back door that was specially reserved for the crew to enter and exit. The first thing that catches the eye is the crowded camera, wires, radio equipment, etc. at the back of the room, as well as the numerous crew members. Among these people, a middle-aged man with a peaked cap, a waistcoat, and a beard is looking at the camera screen in front of him intently. Beside him, Wen Ziren, also wearing a peaked cap, was also watching the screen. The two were like two stone statues, forming a strong contrast with the surrounding staff.


    Just as David Yates was about to walk over, he was stopped by Guo Shouyun. After shaking his head at him, Guo Shouyun walked to the wall and looked at it with interest.


    He was quite familiar with the scene in front of him. It''s the part of the movie where Harry Potter gets fixed by Snape in Potions class.


    "Some of you are so capable and confident before you come to Hogwarts that you don''t even bother to listen carefully!"


    "Mr. Potter, our new celebrity... Where can you get me a bezoar!"


    "Looks like fame isn''t everything. Is it? Mr Potter!"��


    "Crack...!"


    The sudden voice of Chris Columbus made everyone stop and look at him.


    "Alan, now Snape''s expression is indifferent, not fierce, understand? Also, you lost your mind just now!"


    Actor Alan Rickman, who played Severus Snape, nodded quickly. Just now, he was attracted by the group of Guo Shouyun who suddenly walked in, which led to the loss of control behind him.


    "boss?"


    Wen Ziren, who was accidentally disturbed, noticed Guo Shouyun who was standing aside.


    After Guo Shouyun smiled at him, he took a few steps forward and extended his right hand to Director Chris Columbus who was looking at him at the same time.


    "Director Columbus, hello!"


    "Are you... Mr. Guo from Matrix Films?"


    Like David Yates, Chris Columbus also had a deep understanding of Matrix Pictures and its boss Bruce Guo because of the changes in the film and television copyright of "Harry Potter". Therefore, even though the two only met for the first time, he still guessed the identity of the person in front of him.


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun said with a smile, "I didn''t expect Director Columbus to know me, what an honor!"


    "You''re too kind. It''s my honor to be able to meet you!" After quickly holding Guo Shouyun''s right hand, Chris Columbus said with a hint of compliment in his tone.


    Although his status in Hollywood can be considered extraordinary, this one is a real capital predator. And he has been in Hollywood for many years and understands that not everyone can overturn Heiman, and then let Time Warner cooperate equally!


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Director Columbus is busy. And the whole movie depends on you, so I won''t bother you. After the crew finishes work at night, I''ll invite you to dinner with everyone!"


    "Okay! Then I will thank Mr. Guo in advance!"


    "You''re welcome!" Guo Shouyun glanced at Wen Ziren and beckoned to him. The latter understood and quickly followed.


    Finally, Guo Shouyun took a quick glance at the young teeth at this time, and was looking at the trio of wizards here curiously. After nodding to Chris Columbus, he turned and walked out of the room.


    After leaving the Oxford Library and randomly looking for a street with few people, "How does it feel to be on the set of "Harry Potter" for two months?"


    "The harvest is great!" Wen Ziren nodded vigorously, "Chris is a very talented director! I learned a lot from him!"


    "That''s good!"


    After Guo Shouyun took a few steps forward, "The company''s shooting plan for this year must have been told to you by Buddy."


    "Yes! Thank the boss and the company for their trust in me!"


    Wen Ziren said sincerely. He is really grateful, after all, apart from this compatriot in front of him, no Hollywood film company will make every effort to train him as a Chinese, and let him take charge of a super blockbuster with an investment of over 100 million in the second year. "


    "No need to say thank you." Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "As long as you can make three films this year and make a profit at the box office. In addition to the director''s share you deserve, I will also give you the company''s original stock. , let you become a partner of Matrix Films!"


    "This...really?"


    Wen Ziren said in disbelief and excitement.


    "Of course, I never break my promise!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile after glancing at him, "What? Happiness came so suddenly, some of you couldn''t react?"


    Wen Ziren couldn''t hide his excitement and nodded vigorously. He is not yet thirty years old. Although he is talented, he is not a person with deep scheming, and all his thoughts are written on his face.


    After smiling and patting his shoulder, "work hard, as long as you work hard, I promise you will get more in the future than you have now."


    "Well! I trust the boss!"


    Taking Wen Ziren and Buddy around Oxford Street for a few laps is not only a tour, but also a rare opportunity to communicate with the core of several Matrix Films.


    In the evening, Guo Shouyun fulfilled his promise and invited the main creators of the "Harry Potter" crew to a sumptuous dinner. We then drove back to London at 8pm.


    Continued to linger with Molly Bevan in London for a few days, and it was not until the first month of 2001 that most of the time passed, and I was reluctant to part with the beautiful woman. Fly back to Los Angeles with Buddy Morris.


    In his Los Angeles mansion, after a lapse of more than a month, he met Wendy Solow again. The resentful expression on the other side''s face on the first day of meeting made him very embarrassed.


    "Cough...! Wendy Merry Christmas!"


    "Boss, it''s been a month since Christmas! Besides, when you have nothing to say, at least find someone you can trust."


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "You know, I''m really not good at stepping on your women''s minds!"


    "You''re really not good at it, you can''t see such obvious things!" Wendy whispered.


    "Dong dong...!"


    The knock on the door eased Guo Shouyun''s embarrassment.


    "Come in!"


    Soon, a tall black man pushed the door and walked in. This is the new bodyguard Wendy found for him: Pire Lee. A French-American of half-Chinese descent who has just been naturalized. Once the elite of the French National Secret Service!


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    "Boss, Mr. Sachs is here!"


    Pire Lee, who didn''t notice the strange atmosphere in the room at all, pushed the door and entered.


    "Let him go to the living room, and I''ll go there right away!"


    Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    "Yes!"


    After he turned around and went out, Guo Shouyun got up, "Wendy, come down with me too!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun hurriedly walked out without seeing the beauty''s face. When he stepped out and turned his back to Wendy Solo, he let out a sigh of relief. He is not a fool, he can feel Wendy Solo''s affection for him. However, it can only be said that the two have no fate. If he hadn''t first fell in love with Molly, perhaps Wendy, who is gentle and generous, has a noble temperament, and is equally beautiful and moving, is a very good lifelong partner. But unfortunately, Wendy''s wariness towards him at first made the two miss this marriage.


    As for the idea of ??bringing this beauty who is affectionate to her into the harem like Molly Bevin, and the idea of ????working together with Fei, Guo Shouyun certainly had it. But just think about it. After all, modern times are not ancient times, and he can''t get past the hurdle in his heart. In addition, the other party''s family background will never allow it.


    Guo Shouyun, whose thoughts were churning in his mind, seemed to feel the resentful eyes behind him, as well as the heavy sigh, and almost subconsciously accelerated his pace. Hurry down from the second floor.


    "boss!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun, David Sachs, who was sitting on the sofa, quickly stood up.


    After calming down his thoughts, Guo Shouyun walked over and waved at the other party, "Sit down and talk!"


    "Yes!"


    "Has the accommodation been arranged?"


    "It''s arranged, it''s at the Beverly Hotel not far from here."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Is everything in the company okay?"


    "Very smooth!" David Sachs showed excitement on his face, and then quickly took out a document from his briefcase and handed it to Guo Shouyun, "This is the balance sheet of PayPal for two thousand years, and users data!"


    "5.3 million, growing so fast?" Guo Shouyun said in surprise after seeing the user growth curve.


    "Our registered users have grown exponentially since the concept of the ''Account Safe Period'' was introduced. Even more so after entering the checkout platforms of LinkedIn, Yahoo, AOL and Netflix."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Apart from the above four, do we have other corporate users now?"


    "Yes, in the past two months, we have successfully reached cooperation with 37 companies in the San Francisco area. The biggest one is Starbucks!"


    "That''s good news, what about Amazon and eBay?"


    "Still talking, but Amazon wants our shares and eBay wants to buy us, so...!" David Sachs shook his head. Knowing that Guo Shouyun values ??PayPal, he understands that most of the cooperation with Amazon and eBay will be in vain.


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, "Bezos and Meg Whitman are very shrewd! ... Forget it, the negotiations with them are temporarily suspended, and I will find a way later."


    "Yes!"


    After more than half a year of getting along, Guo Shouyun''s endless ideas and methods, as well as the explosive growth of PayPal, have completely convinced David Sachs.


    "147,000 transactions, $398 million in transaction volume, $100,000 in revenue, and $4.57 million in net profit! The average monthly increase is 47%!" Guo Shouyun smiled, "Bring this data to Nasdaq, we will It can also be mixed with a market value of five or six billion US dollars!"


    "I believe in another two years, paypal''s valuation will be ten times what it is now!"


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Of course, but ten times is not a satisfactory number!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun changed the subject.


    "David, do you think there is a problem with the current development of PayPal?"


    "Boss, I don''t quite understand what you mean." David Sachs frowned.


    "In other words, what needs to be adjusted in PayPal''s business now?"


    "Adjustment?" After thinking for a moment, David Sachs shook his head, "Now that PayPal is developing well and the business is growing rapidly, I don''t think there is anything that needs to be adjusted."


    It''s not surprising that most people fail to detect potential dangers when things are going well. And Guo Shouyun has the experience of the past life, combined with the current situation, it is easy to find some things that others have not noticed.


    "I plan to shrink the content of the paypal life page! Focus on the food and beverages!"


    "Shrink the business scope, why?" David Sachs blurted out.


    "First, our current strength is limited. Instead of covering catering, tourism, leisure, entertainment, etc., we might as well specialize in one. When we expand the content of our specialization, we have enough registered users and Transaction quota, and when we go into other content, the negotiation with merchants will be much easier, and we are confident enough to get more order shares. Second, the United States is huge and the world is bigger. There are companies that can connect to the Internet. A lot. If we don''t specialize in gambling from the beginning, we may give opportunities to those latecomers with stronger capital. The market is like a battlefield, ''it''s better to cut off one''s fingers''."


    Guo Shouyun''s words are not difficult to understand, and David Sachs is also a smart person. After a moment of silence, "Then we have to give up the business we negotiated before?"


    "Don''t give up. On the paypal life page, it is divided into categories and made into several entrances such as catering, movies, leisure and entertainment, hotel accommodation, etc. We will embed the connections of our cooperative enterprises according to categories. However, except for catering, we do not do outreach for other categories. . But if someone takes the initiative to come to our door to cooperate with us, then we will gladly accept it.��


    "Understood!"


    "Are the branches in New York and Chicago up and running?"


    "It has already started, but there are no results yet!"


    "It is understandable that the time is too short. However, after the end of this year, we will lay a foundation in these two markets. Moreover, in the second half of the year, we will build two markets, Houston and Boston. We will strive to occupy 50% of the online ordering market in the United States within three years. ."


    David Sachs nodded excitedly.


    The two later talked about some details of paypal development and future development plans. Guo Shouyun took him around the manor, made an appointment to meet tomorrow, and sent David Sacks away.


    Just after returning to the room, Wendy placed a large stack of documents in front of him.


    "Here are your personal financial documents from last year, as well as financial statements from other companies."


    "My God, Wendy, didn''t you prepare a detailed list? There are so many documents, I can''t finish reading them in two days!"


    Guo Shouyun''s funny and exaggerated expression made Wendy smile, and after pouting, she took out a folder from behind.


    "Hey, I knew you would ask that."


    "Hey, you still know me!" Guo Shouyun took over and smiled.


    "Then you don''t know how to be nice to others!"


    Guo Shouyun could only pretend not to hear this sentence.


    After seeing him open the documents, Wendy gave him a complicated look, then slowly turned around and walked out.


    But when he heard the footsteps go away, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. It is said that women are the most complex animals in the world, but so are men. I knew it was impossible, but I couldn''t make up my mind!


    "It looks like what people say: men are all animals who think with their lower bodies!" After laughing at himself, Guo Shouyun opened the document, sorted out his thoughts and read it slowly.


    These documents record all his financial income from gambling to the present, as well as detailed financial balance sheets of various companies this year. With this information, he knew how much money he had earned this year. And then where did the money go and how much value did it generate.


    From the perspective of personal income, it is mainly divided into two parts: First, the gambling income in early May last year was 265 million US dollars. Second, I wrote myself, plus 14 sets written by others, the publication of 22 volumes and the peripheral copyright income of 280 million US dollars.


    In order to reduce the amount of personal income tax, half of the $545 million, or $272.5 million, was donated by him to two charitable foundations under his control: the Guo Charitable Foundation and the Bruce Charitable Foundation. The remaining half of the funds, after going through complicated and complicated tax avoidance projects in investment, medical care, etc., still paid 30%, or about $81.75 million in personal income tax.


    That is to say, after deducting the tax, Guo Shouyun and the funds controlled by him still have about 460 million US dollars.


    There are three main personal loans and bonds: Citibank��s $80 million; Pirates of the Caribbean, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Fifty Shades of Grey, National Treasure, and Animated: Ghost Stories $350 million in abs asset-backed securities in five divisions; and $120 million in loans from ****.


    Then, a total of $1.01 billion in personal income plus loans gave birth to: Guo''s business group engaged in retail, agriculture and animal husbandry, Internet companies LinkedIn, Google, Tencent, NetEase and paypal, and Matrix Holdings Group engaged in leisure and entertainment, engaged in Phoenix and Hanhua in the field of financial investment, and Ruby Technology, which is engaged in chip research and development.


    Because none of the companies are listed, the exact value is difficult to assess. However, even after deducting the loan, Guo Shouyun''s results after a year of hard work are extremely amazing.


    Looking at this own balance sheet, satisfaction is a matter of course. However, how to plan later is also a test of his wisdom and pattern.


    After thinking for a while, he put a cross on Guo''s Business Group, Matrix Holdings, and Phoenix, and then drew an arrow to connect it to the name of "Guo''s Family Wealth Trust".


    For these three companies that he decided not to list in the future, he allocated all the shares to the trust fund that only he or his designated descendants could inherit.


    Then, the shares of LinkedIn and Google, the two companies that will definitely go public, are assigned to the two charitable funds under his control. In this way, when the two are listed, he can also avoid high capital gains tax and personal income tax. As for paypal, it remains to be seen for the time being, and it will be discussed later if it is not listed.


    After such a division, in the United States, the remaining property under Guo Shouyun''s name is the copyright he wrote, as well as four villas in San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles and London, with a total value of about 80 million US dollars. Of course, these four luxury houses still owe the bank 60 million loans and 18 million bank interest in the next 30 years!


    In Huaxia, all his investments are still in his name, which is also impossible. The inheritance tax and gift tax in the United States are ridiculously high. No one can stand the 50% ratio, nor will the IRS be exploited in this way, and can only use trust funds and charitable funds to avoid taxes.


    If Huaxia also reaches this step in the future, there is no doubt that Guo Shouyun will do the same.


    From the afternoon to the evening, almost all the time passed in his sketching, sorting out and thinking about the future career.


    The next morning, wearing Wendy''s well-prepared clothes, taking Pire Lee and Matthew Bloom to meet David Sachs, the group came to San Marino.


    Here and Arcadia are the richest areas with the highest concentration of Chinese billionaires in the entire Los Angeles. One of the two has the tradition of gathering rich Chinese, and the other has high-quality public education resources. It is more in line with the large Chinese community and the tradition of favoring school district housing.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Matthew''s words made Guo Shouyun recover from the small talk with David Sachs. After simply looking at the house outside, hidden in a green tree, he took out his mobile phone and found Cheng Tinghua''s number and dialed it.


    "Hey, Bruce, are you here?"


    "It''s outside your house!"


    "Okay, I''ll ask the bodyguard to open the door, you can drive in directly!"


    After answering, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone and explained to Pi Lei, who was driving. The hardened road in terms of about 3 meters.


    Pires drove up, along the hardened road through the front garden, and stopped in a small square in front of a three-story European-style villa.


    Looking at the welcoming crowd coming out of the villa, Guo Shouyun greeted David Sachs, and the two of them pushed open the car door and walked out together.


    Cheng Tinghua has seen it many times, and he is naturally very familiar. What really caught Guo Shouyun''s attention was Cheng Zhengchang, who was standing in the middle of the crowd, wearing a traditional Chinese short jacket with front buttons, about sixty years old, but maintained like a middle-aged man.


    The tycoon who founded the famous Panda fast food, is a well-known rich man in the American Chinese circle.


    When Guo Shouyun looked at each other, Cheng Zhengchang was also looking at him. This was not well-known before, but it has risen rapidly in the past two thousand years, and has become a rising star in the Chinese circle, and even the entire United States, which is very famous. It is really curious.


    Moreover, the other party rarely gives interviews, and he never makes any remarks in the media, so he has enough mystery to provoke prying eyes.


    "Bruce, I finally got you here!"


    As an acquaintance on both sides, Cheng Tinghua must of course act as a middleman. Therefore, he consciously stood up early.


    "I''m really sorry, I should have come to visit earlier. But when I went to Europe, some things happened in the middle and it was delayed until now. I hope Mr. Cheng doesn''t blame him!" Guo Shouyun said apologetically.


    "In the early days of the business, things were busy, and it was right. Mr. Guo doesn''t need to apologize."


    Guo Shouyun''s modesty made Cheng Zhengchang feel good.


    "I''m here to introduce you... This is my wife, Chen Bijun!"


    Looking at the old woman wearing a light blue lady''s suit in front of her, Guo Shouyun respectfully said, "Hello, Mrs. Chen."


    "Welcome Mr. Guo to our house!"


    "This is my eldest son Cheng Tingzhang!"


    Cheng Zhengchang pointed to the tall middle-aged man on his right, wearing a suit, about thirty-four or five years old.


    "Mr. Guo, I heard Tinghua mention you a long time ago, and now I see it, and it is indeed a talent with excellent appearance and talent!"


    "I''m ashamed Mr. Cheng is a brilliant business elite!"


    The two shook hands and complimented each other.


    "I won''t introduce Tinghua. You are classmates, I believe you are already familiar with it!"


    "Of course! We are not only classmates, but also partners!" Guo Shouyun pointed to David next to him, "Mr. Cheng, everyone, this is David Sacks, the CEO of our paypal company."


    "Hello, Mr. Cheng!"��


    After he greeted the Cheng family one by one, everyone walked into the villa at the back surrounded by each other. In the partial Chinese-style living room, Guo Shouyun and David Sachs were warmly received.


    Because of the information that Guo Shouyun asked Cheng Tinghua to hand over before, they knew each other about the topics that everyone was going to talk about today. After going through the previous preparations, drinking a few cups of tea, and opening up the atmosphere of chatting, they met each other''s eyes and entered the topic by coincidence.


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    "Mr. Cheng, you must have read the documents I handed over to Tinghua. I believe that the cooperation between paypal and Panda Express will be a perfect combination. The more than five million users of paypal will bring more attractiveness to Panda Express. performance and income.�� Guo Shouyun said.


    "It seems that Mr. Guo is very confident!"


    Facing Cheng Zhengchang''s deep eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Of course! Because the fast-growing paypal has given me enough confidence. Although we have only been established for a year, we have become an emerging Internet company with 5.3 million registered users and 900,000 active users within one year. .And we are confident to at least double the growth this year. If Panda Express cooperates with us, then by the end of this year, you will get the attention of at least 15 million paypal users, and this number will become more and more with the development of paypal. many."


    Hearing this, Cheng Zhengchang and his son were all moved. Although they know the unusual development of Internet companies, they are well prepared. But when I heard the explosive development speed of PayPal, I was still shocked.


    "Mr. Guo, no offense. Are you overly optimistic about the development of PayPal? As far as I know, Yahoo, Amazon and eBay, which are all Internet companies, have only accumulated after three to five years of development. You just said There are more than 10 million users. Now paypal wants to develop this level in less than two years. It is really hard to believe that you can do it." Cheng Tingzhang questioned.


    "Mr. Cheng, I believe your analysis of Yahoo and Amazon is correct. But you forgot that the current Internet environment is very different from a few years ago."


    "Oh? I''d like to hear about it!"


    "It''s actually very simple. When Yahoo and Amazon were established, it was the period when the Internet was just developing. At that time, there were only 20 to 30 million Internet users in the United States. But now, according to the report of iResearch and McKinsey, by the end of 2000 , the number of registered Internet users in the United States is close to 90 million, and it is still growing. This change in the general environment is the foundation of paypal''s explosive growth!"


    Cheng Tingzhang nodded with a hint of surprise in his expression, "I''m so ignorant, I''m really ashamed!"


    "I don''t know much about the catering industry!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Mr. Guo is an honest gentleman, but I don''t know much about the Internet industry, but I am very interested. So, if Mr. Guo''s paypal needs investment? Our Cheng family is very willing to help!"


    Looking at Cheng Tingzhang''s gleaming eyes, then looking at Cheng Zhengchang, who was working hard beside him, and Cheng Tinghua, who showed longing in his eyes, Guo Shouyun thought about it for a while and shook his head, "I''m sorry, paypal doesn''t need wind now. However, if the Cheng family is still interested when we need funds in the future, I am very willing to cooperate with the Cheng family!"


    Cheng Tingzhang''s face changed, and Cheng Tinghua''s face also showed a trace of disappointment. In their opinion, Guo Shouyun was a disguised rejection.


    This is indeed the case. For paypal, Guo Shouyun did not plan to make it listed at all. Because he doesn''t want to be swayed by Wall Street. Of course, he also understands the power of capital. So he handed over LinkedIn. As soon as you advance and retreat, you leave room for tossing and moving, so that people will not be forced to a dead end.


    After noticing the expressions of the Cheng family''s father and son, Guo Shouyun threw his chips, "However, LinkedIn is about to launch a round of financing. If the Cheng family is interested, you can participate!"


    "LinkedIn?"


    An excited look appeared on Cheng Tinghua''s face. Obviously, the second son of the Cheng family is not as deep as his father and eldest brother, and the thoughts in his heart can easily be expressed on his face.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. LinkedIn''s Series A financing is true, because with the increase in content, the advancement of the professional intermediary field, and the internationalization strategy, its own revenue can no longer meet the development needs of LinkedIn itself. As for Guo Shouyun''s own investment, it is not impossible. But after taking into account the needs of its six or seven companies, it seems a little stretched. Moreover, if LinkedIn''s internationalization wants to go smoothly, it does not hesitate to win over more allies. Financing is the best option.


    However, at first he didn''t plan to pull the Cheng family. But the thousands of stores of Panda Express across the United States are a good complement to paypal life services. If the two parties can cooperate, it will not only generate huge benefits, but also bring about a huge demonstration effect. The development of paypal will be much faster than it is now.


    "Is what Mr. Guo said true?" Cheng Tingzhang said with great interest.


    Compared to paypal, LinkedIn, which is now well-known throughout Silicon Valley, undoubtedly attracts their interest more.


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded and paused, "But for private investors, we have one condition!"


    "Appreciate further details!"


    "We hope that after LinkedIn accepts the investment, the shares of private investors can be entrusted to the asset management department of Phoenix Corporation!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Cheng Tingzhang thought for a moment, "Why? If Mr. Guo is worried about voting rights, then we can only have preferred shares."


    "Voting rights are only one aspect! Compared with institutional investors, private investors are not as important to LinkedIn!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    If institutional investors are the common but risky partners on LinkedIn''s development path, then private investors are used by Guo Shouyun as a favor and used by Luo Zhi''s personal network. Therefore, he can give the other party economic benefits, but also excavate more benefits from it.


    Hosting privately invested LinkedIn shares in Phoenix is ??one of them. In this way, you can not only get the voting rights represented by these shares, but also share a part of the income of asset management. In addition, it can enrich Phoenix''s balance sheet and attract additional customers.


    Everyone is smart, although Guo Shouyun didn''t say too much. But the meaning is clear: ''I asked you to invest in LinkedIn because of our relationship, not because LinkedIn really needs investment from the Cheng family. So, I don''t mind sharing the financial benefits, but have to play by my rules. ��


    "Mr. Guo''s words will be considered carefully. We are also looking forward to the cooperation between PayPal and Panda Express. However, the order share of 8% is too high!" Cheng Zhengchang, who had not spoken for a while, finally spoke.


    "Sorry, Mr. Cheng, the 8% share is a common condition for paypal to cooperate with other catering companies. If we back down here today, all our previous contracts with more than 100 other companies will be overturned. This is obviously a Impossible!" Guo Shouyun said decisively. reading net

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    For the cooperation between PayPal and Panda Express, he has already offered the benefits of LinkedIn in exchange. Moreover, this is also for the sake of everyone being Chinese. If he continues to make concessions in order sharing now, wouldn''t he become a soft egg to be slaughtered?


    "I heard from Tinghua that Mr. Guo likes traditional Chinese painting and calligraphy. It just so happens that I have a few paintings of Tang Yin and Qiu Ying in the Ming Dynasty. If Mr. Guo is interested, let Tinghua take you to the study to appreciate it!" Cheng Zhengchang''s expression was still calm. changed the subject.


    "It''s rare to see the real work of the ''Four Houses of Wumen'', of course I''m interested!"


    Guo Shouyun roughly guessed Cheng Zhengchang''s plan, so he talked about his topic.


    The other party nodded, "Tinghua, take Mr. Guo and Sax to my study, don''t be sloppy!"


    "Yes, father!"


    Cheng Tinghua nodded and stood up.


    Guo Shouyun gave David Sacks a look, and the two stood up and said hello to Cheng''s father and son, then turned around and followed Cheng Tinghua to the second floor of the villa.


    It was not until their backs disappeared that the rest of the Cheng family in the living room sat down again.


    "Zhengchang, what do you think of the other party''s proposal?" asked Mrs. Chen, who had not spoken.


    Cheng Zhengchang did not rush to answer but turned his head and said, "Big head, what do you think?"


    The big head is Cheng Tingzhang''s nickname. Generally, in the absence of outsiders, Cheng Zhengchang and his wife will call their sons and daughters that way.


    "I think I can agree. After all, our investment in LinkedIn is for economic interests, not the final voting rights. As for the 8% share of orders, although it is a bit high, the number of registered users of paypal and the growth rate are not enough for our Panda Express. The development is favorable. Cooperating with the other party can not only make money, but also make an advertisement in front of hundreds, tens of millions, or even tens of millions of people in the future. In addition, the effect of this advertisement is long-term. This intangible income makes up for the 8% share. You must know that the advertisement we bought from ABC last year cost $1.5 million in just 20 seconds!��


    Cheng Zhengchang nodded, and after a moment of silence, "The advertising effect you mentioned is indeed that we took advantage of it. But you should understand. After another year or two, after PayPal develops, I am afraid there will be no such good thing."


    "This is also to be expected. When the positions of buyers and sellers change, the strengths and weaknesses will naturally follow. Besides, if this kind of promotion is really good for the development of Panda Express, what if we pay for it? Anyway, advertising Fees are paid to the media, and paid to paypal. In contrast, of course, they must be paid to the party that can bring us greater benefits.��


    ����In addition to this, we also got an investment opportunity from LinkedIn. Right now in Silicon Valley, I don��t know how many VCs and investors want to get a LinkedIn Series A financing opportunity but failed. Also, I am very personal. Be optimistic about Guo Shouyun''s future. Being better with him will benefit our Cheng family''s future development without any harm!"


    After listening to his son''s eloquent talk, Cheng Zhengchang nodded lightly and didn''t speak for a while.


    Looking at him who was silent, the mother and son on the side looked at each other with puzzled expressions, "Zhengchang, is there anything wrong with Datou?"


    "No!"


    "Then you are...?"


    Cheng Zhengchang raised his head and slowly swept across the faces of the two, his face became more complicated.


    "The big head''s analysis is very good and comprehensive. However, I am a little worried about this new emerging Chinese business genius!"


    "Worried?" Cheng Tingzhang asked in surprise.


    "Well! ... We all know from the previous investigation materials that the Phoenix Company is an asset of Guo Shouyun. The largest asset under the Phoenix Company''s name, or speculation, is a short sale of Enron Company. Although we don''t know the exact amount. , but it is definitely an amazing investment. That''s why I heard some bad news for Phoenix Company or Guo Shouyun from several old friends."


    "Unfavorable news?" Cheng Tingzhang was startled.


    "That''s right! Although I don''t know the details. But think about the top-level super corporations in the United States, such as Enron, how complicated are the relationships and connections behind them? How amazing is the energy that can be mobilized? How could they be? Allow someone to short their own company''s stock with huge sums of money and be indifferent? What''s more, the short-seller is an Asian."


    Cheng Tingzhang was silent, although the United States now has very strict legislation on racial discrimination. Chinese enjoy the same rights as whites and blacks as American citizens. But this does not mean that the entire American society does not discriminate against Chinese people. It''s just that now this discrimination is no longer blatant and more subtle. Cheng Tingzhang, who grew up in the United States, was deeply touched by this point.


    "Then should we remind each other. After all, we are all Chinese, so we should help each other." Cheng Tingzhang said in a serious tone.


    "What do you think we can know, as the core person, and the person who directly planned this short sale, will not know?"


    Cheng Zhengchang''s rhetorical question made Cheng Tingzhang nodded subconsciously.


    yes! How could it be possible to manipulate so much capital to short a top American company like Enron if it had not been prepared before?


    It''s a pity they don''t know, Guo Shouyun really didn''t think about it so much at first. He''s like an unknown so-called stunned young man who goes to make money. Later, William Zhao reminded him, but Guo Shouyun, who didn''t realize the seriousness of the matter, ignored it, or didn''t pay much attention to it. It wasn''t until someone from An Ran came to the door that he realized that he had caused a lot of trouble. But by then, it was no longer possible for him to quit if he wanted to.


    "So there are other forces behind Guo Shouyun?"


    Cheng Zhengchang nodded, "Otherwise, how could he have created such a huge family business in just one year? It''s just this kind of giant struggle, the middle is extremely dangerous, and a careless family wealth will be dissipated in an instant. So, don''t look at Guo Shouyun''s complacent spring breeze now, but whether he can always be like this in the future, there is still a big question mark."


    "Then you mean... give up this cooperation?"


    "No, cooperation still requires cooperation. After all, the opportunity is rare. However, there should be room for temporary contact with each other. Before the situation is clear, don''t go too close!"


    "Is the ''little head'' in danger?" Madam Chen worried. The little head in her mouth is Cheng Tinghua. There is also a sister named ''Ertou'' on him, but she is currently married, so she did not appear at today''s party.


    "You are really worrying. ''Little Head'' is not a key person. Even if Guo Shouyun falls, he will not be affected."


    "Phew, that''s good, that''s good!" After taking a breath, Mrs. Chen couldn''t help but said, "I think we should not cooperate with each other. Anyway, our family''s business is developing well now. Even if we follow the steps, the same is true If you can have a good future, why risk it?


    "You, you always look forward to the future. How can things go smoothly? Besides, our cooperation with Guo Shouyun is a commercial act, not a crime. How can you think it is so dangerous?" After a pause, Cheng Zhengchang waved his hand , "Okay, go and tell the servants to prepare today''s lunch."


    Mrs. Chen, who is used to being a housewife, nodded, "Then let''s talk, I''ll explain to them."


    Just when Cheng''s father and son were chatting about Guo Shouyun in the living room, Guo Shouyun, who was admiring Tang Yin and Qiu Ying''s paintings and calligraphy on the second floor, also chatted with Cheng Tinghua.


    "How is United Real Estate doing?"


    "The development is very good, and now it has taken a piece of land in San Francisco and Los Angeles, and it will be completed by the end of this year."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. United Real Estate was the real estate company he co-founded with Cheng Tinghua, Chen Huidi and Qin Xiao. He holds about 15% of the shares, and he has put this part of the shares under the legal name of Guo''s Wealth Trust.


    "...By the way, everyone proposes to get together again during the Spring Festival. You must attend then!"


    "In San Francisco?"


    "Um!"


    "I''ll try to make time for it."


    "Don''t try your best. Now the real estate in the United States is constantly rising, and the future of United Real Estate is bright. Everyone is still waiting. Thank you for your guidance." Cheng Tinghua said.


    "No need to thank you. After all, we are all Chinese and friends!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun glanced at his old classmates. "What are your plans for the future?"


    "Future? What do you mean?" Cheng Tinghua asked in surprise.


    "Don''t pretend to be confused. It''s your eldest brother who is staying below to discuss countermeasures with your father."


    Cheng Tinghua was silent, as the second son of the Cheng family, with an outstanding eldest brother on top, he was destined to be unable to obtain the inheritance rights of the Cheng family''s property.


    "I don''t have your talent in business. I guess I''ll just share a sum of money in the end, and then be ''expelled'' from the house!" Cheng Tinghua laughed at himself.


    "Don''t be so pessimistic After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes became deep, "If you trust me, I can help you create another career. And in five or six years at most, it is guaranteed that it will not be much worse than your Cheng family''s current family business. "


    "Really?" Cheng Tinghua''s eyes lit up, but he became suspicious in an instant, "Aren''t you trying to make me happy? Bruce, you know it''s still too early for April Fool''s Day!"


    "I never celebrate April Fool''s Day." Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "...If you''re interested, try to raise funds within a month or two. Oh, by the way, tell Qin Kuan and the others by the way. Of course, if they''re not interested, that''s fine."


    "Can''t you be more clear-cut?"


    "It''s not time to say it yet!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s inscrutable appearance, Cheng Tinghua''s expression became more thoughtful.


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    After having lunch at Cheng''s house and staying for a while in the afternoon, Guo Shouyun left with David Sachs. Next, the cooperation between paypal and Panda Express will naturally be discussed by David, the CEO and a professional of the company. Anyway, the framework has been set, and the subsequent negotiations are all details, and they are enough to deal with it.


    However, while Guo Shouyun stayed in Los Angeles to handle PayPal and Matrix Films'' business, a passenger plane taking off from London landed at JFK International Airport in New York.


    After coming out of the special VIP passage, seeing the tall young man standing outside to greet him, Oliver Balin walked over happily.


    "Grant, long time no see!"


    "Oliver, welcome to America."


    After the two embraced warmly, "Aunt Anne is okay?"


    "Mother is very good, but after Uncle Chris passed away, she was a little worried about you!" Grant Schiff said.


    "Aunt Anne was always so kind. Nothing to worry about, I''m an adult now." Oliver Baring shrugged.


    "That''s what we told her. But you know. Women, especially older women, always have more emotion than reason!" After a pause, Grant turned to one side, "Come on, mother has prepared a sumptuous dinner. entertain you."


    Oliver Baring nodded, and the two left the airport after getting into the car with their respective bodyguards and secretary.


    However, the car did not drive into the city, but entered a helipad not far from the airport. After changing to a helicopter, the group flew to "Long Island", one of the most famous wealthy areas in New York.


    As an old-fashioned capitalist country with a history of hundreds of years, when it comes to enjoying life, the rich in the United States are definitely more than the rich in China at the same time. In the 19th century, even if the transportation was inconvenient, the rich generally owned mansions in urban areas and holiday villas in the countryside. In the 20th century and now, the great development of transportation has expanded the life circle of the rich several times. The airy, quiet and safe suburban mansions have become the most popular residences for New York''s wealthy.


    The same is true of the Schiff family with a history of more than 100 years. Own a 500-acre mansion in this wealthy area of ??Long Island.


    From the helicopter, you can clearly observe this huge manor surrounded by dense trees, with small lakes, golf courses, tennis courts, gardens and other auxiliary facilities, as well as a baroque main building in the center!


    Judging from the mottled appearance of the outer walls of the manor, it clearly has existed for a long time.


    The helicopter landed on the tarmac on the left side of the estate, waiting for Oliver Baring and Grant Schiff to emerge from it. An old man with gray hair in a black suit greeted him respectfully.


    "Master Grant, Master Oliver!"


    "Green, you arrange for them to stay, and I''ll take Oliver to see his mother!"


    After explaining to the old housekeeper, Grant took Oliver through the winding garden road into the luxurious and quaint villa built of granite.


    Like all heritage homes, the villa''s corridors are wide and filled with an old-fashioned tone. The exquisite wall lamps and exquisite oil paintings on the walls, as well as the unique sculptures in the corners, make this place full of aristocratic taste.


    Oliver Baring is no stranger to this place because of the relationship he has been here before. So the two walked slowly, and after turning a few corners in the long corridor, they entered a luxurious living room.


    Seeing them come in, the person who was sitting on the sofa talking subconsciously turned his eyes.


    "Oliver, my dear darling, my aunt misses you!"


    A woman in her 60s wearing a long lavender dress with gray hair walked over with a hint of excitement in her expression. Then he hugged the tall Oliver and said emotionally.


    Noticing the eyes of the people around him, Oliver was a little moved, but his face was embarrassed.


    "Aunt Anne, I miss you too. But I think I should say hello to Christy first!" After slightly resisting and pushing away the person who was holding him in his arms, Oliver hurriedly said to the young woman walking behind him : "Christy, I haven''t seen you for a long time, you''ve become prettier than before!"


    "Oliver, you''re always so talkative! No wonder your mother misses you so much!" Christie Schiff Butler with long blond shawl and long hair smiled.


    "I''m sincere!"


    "Ok, I trust you!"


    After a brief chat, Oliver looked around for four weeks, "Are Uncle Gesell and William not here?"


    "They''re still in the company, and they won''t be back until later!" said Anne Baring Schiff.


    At this moment, footsteps sounded from far to near outside the door. Grant Schiff turned his head and smiled, "Father and William are back!"


    After everyone heard the words, they looked at them, and sure enough, they walked in from the door. They looked somewhat similar, tall and also wearing a suit, with a steady and dignified expression on their faces.


    Walking in the front, the gray-haired old man was slightly taken aback when he saw the situation in the room, and his eyes quickly focused on Oliver Balin.


    "Oliver, here you are!"


    For this unsmiling, even somewhat stoic uncle, in addition to respect, Oliver Baring also has a faint fear from his childhood, which is why he rarely visits this distinguished American cousin.


    "Uncle Gesell!"


    Gesell Schiff nodded, "You haven''t been here for a long time, so stay here for a few more days this time!"


    "Yes!"


    "Annie, let Thedis prepare a hearty dinner."


    "I''ve already explained it!"


    "That''s good. You guys talk first, I''ll go up and clean up before coming down!"


    When the words fell, Gesell Schiff turned around and entered the elevator on the side of the living room from the aisle. It wasn''t until his back disappeared that the solemn atmosphere in the living room relaxed. This patriarch who holds the power of the Schiff family is too majestic.


    "William, long time no see!"


    After holding Oliver Baring''s outstretched right hand, a smile appeared on William Schiff''s face. Although he is the next successor of the Schiff family, his temperament is more and more like his father, but he is still young and does not have the majestic feeling of Gesell Schiff.


    "Oliver, mother talks about you a lot. So, you must stay a little longer this time!"


    "Of course! The main reason for coming to America this time is to visit Aunt Anne!"


    William Schiff nodded, "You guys talk first, I''ll go up and change clothes!"


    "Oliver, come and sit here!"


    Looking at Aunt Anne beckoning, Oliver Baring nodded. Although he is used to being free, he doesn''t like this kind of big family with a solemn atmosphere, but for his own purposes, he has to be patient where he should be patient.


    After Gesell Schiff came downstairs, the chat and the dinner that followed turned into a question-and-answer style. As a German, Gesell Schiff seems to have inherited the old-fashioned Germans, which makes Oliver Balin quite boring.


    Fortunately, the hard times will always pass. In the blink of an eye, Oliver came to the United States on his third day. Oliver Baring, who had a golf appointment with Grant, looked for an opportunity to start his own project.


    "Grant, do you know the executives of Enron?"


    Grant, who was drinking water, froze for a moment, "You mean Enron, a Fortune 500 company?"


    "Um!"


    "Why are you suddenly interested in it?" Grant said, putting down the mineral water bottle in his hand.


    "A chance!...Bang!" He threw the ball out, and after a brief glance, "I heard that they are preparing a big plan!"


    "Oh?"


    Grant''s curiosity was needed by Oliver Baring, who had long planned to use the Schiffs'' influence in the United States to connect with the top Enron executives.


    "Do you know Bruce Guo?"


    "I know! A new writer in the United States, he surpassed James Patterson on this year''s ''Forbes Writers'' Earnings List'', setting a new record for the income of writers in the world with a royalty income of 248 million!" After a pause, "What? Does he have any connection with An Ran?"


    "His Phoenix company is operating a huge capital of 3.12 billion US dollars to short Enron!"


    "This is really surprising news!"


    After being stunned for a moment, Grant Schiff said with great interest. The relationship of family origin, although he lost the right to integrate the family wealth, but the training he received from a young age gave him a natural vision that ordinary people do not have. More than three billion dollars, although staggering, is not an unimaginable number.


    "You have a conflict with this Bruce Guo?"


    Grant Schiff''s intelligence allowed him to quickly guess where things were going.


    Oliver Baring nodded, his expression turned gloomy: "Although it''s a bit embarrassing to say it. But...that **** stole my beloved woman!"


    "This is surprising!" Grant Schiff smiled, "Oliver, you know that my current relationships are all in politics, and I know only a few big people. If you want to get the Schiff family financially If you can help, you should go to William or your Uncle Gesell!"


    "No... it''s too early to tell. I hope you can help me make an appointment with the top executives of Enron. I want to know their plans."


    "Okay! I think they''re still willing to give the name Schiff a face! ... But what are you going to convince those shrewd guys?"


    "Now I hold the Bahrain Investment Fund and Bahrain Asset Management Company, more than 4 billion pounds of capital. I think they are very willing to give these funds a chance!" Oliver Bahrain said himself.


    "Uncle Hills has put all the economic rights of the Baling family in your hands?" Grant Schiff was surprised.


    Bahrain Asset Management is just that, which is the product of the bankruptcy of Bahrain Investment Bank and the takeover of ING Bank. After graduating from Oxford, Oliver Bahrain worked for ten years, and then he became the CEO of Bahrain Asset Management Company by virtue of his family relationship and his many years of good business performance. Grant knew this for a long time.


    But the Bahrain Investment Fund is the wealth of the Northbrook branch of the Bahrain family. Although the Bloomer branch where Oliver Bahrain is located belongs to the Bahrain family, the two sides have been separated for many years, and although they are connected, they are not close. Now the other party is willing to hand over the wealth of nearly one billion pounds to Oliver? This somewhat surprised Grant.


    "Before I came to the United States this time, I paid a special visit to Uncle Hills. He was very satisfied with my achievements in Bahrain Asset Management Company over the years. That''s why he entrusted the Bahrain Investment Fund to me!" Oliver Bahrain proudly said.


    Grant Schiff glanced at him and nodded.


    "Although I am in the United States, I have also heard from my father. Your operation in the gold market in the second half of this year is impressive. In half a year, the two precious metal funds under ING Bank have guaranteed a growth rate of 32.5%. Netted $270 million!"


    "There are still many opportunities in the gold market. If you want to make a fortune, I can help you!" Oliver Balin smiled.


    Grant Schiff''s heart moved. No one doesn''t love money, and although he was born in a prominent family, the funds in his hands are usually his own salary and the monthly salary of the family trust fund. All these combined ensured him a privileged middle-class life, but they did not make him a rich man.


    "Oliver, you know that I''m not like you and have limited funds!" Grant Schiff hesitated.


    "It''s okay, Grant. I can lend it to you for now, and then you can return the principal to me when you make money!"


    "Is that appropriate?"


    "Of course, who made us relatives!"


    Oliver Baring, who needed Grant to contact Enron for himself, was extra generous at this time.


    Just when the two were busy exchanging their own interests, Guo Shouyun, who had returned to San Francisco, did not know that the hidden danger had overtaken him. Now he is worried about the bad news on the other side of the ocean.


    "Both Bird and Amoi refused?"


    "Yes." Keith Rabos nodded and said with shame, "Boss, I am incompetent...!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted him with a wave of his hand, "If it doesn''t make sense, don''t say it." After a pause, "Did they say why they refused to cooperate?"


    "I said the other party dislikes our product quality is too poor!"


    "The quality is too bad? Ha...!" Guo Shouyun smiled mockingly. Having experienced that era, he knew in his heart, what good products were there in the China-made mobile phone industry at this time?


    However, knowing is knowing. The trickiest thing now is to figure out the way out for ruby ??tech, not to rant.


    Looking at the document in his hand, Guo Shouyun frowned, "What kind of company is this Guohong Mobile Phone?"


    "The other party is a mobile phone company in Pengcheng. It was established last year and is not large. Last year, it sold 21,890 mobile phones. They took the initiative to seek cooperation before we left Huaxia."


    "Guohong?"


    After searching his stomach, Guo Shouyun did not remember that there was such a brand in the Huaxia mobile phone industry in his previous life.


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    "Just say what you want, don''t hesitate!" Guo Shouyun said after noticing the expression on Case Rabos'' face.


    "Yes! ... Boss, I think big companies have strong capital, and they may not be able to see us due to quality considerations. On the contrary, those small and medium-sized companies hope to reduce costs to gain enough market share and the possibility of cooperating with us. Very high. Therefore, I think we should expand the company''s sales department, set up professional sales personnel for China, Southeast Asia and India and other markets, take small and medium-sized mobile phone companies as a breakthrough, and launch our Ruby Technology products. "


    Guo Shouyun thought about it for a moment and then nodded. This is the most suitable way for Ruby Technology now.


    "Since there is no better way, just do as you say. But don''t be greedy for the time being, open the Chinese market first and then consider Southeast Asia and India."


    "clear!"


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun changed his words, "Also, how are you doing with the things I explained to you?"


    "I found Guojia Town in Anxi County, Licheng, Huaxia, Fujian Province according to the address given by the boss...?"


    "Guojia Town? Isn''t it Guojia Village?"


    "Guojia Village was originally located on the coast. With the development of China''s reform and opening up, Guojia Village with a favorable geographical location has developed, and the number of migrants has increased. In 1992, it was changed to a town-level administrative area!"


    Keith Rabos said, and handed some photos he took to Guo Shouyun.


    After taking a look for two times, "then what?"


    "I inquired about the names of Guo San''er, Guo Jianping, Guo Jianyang, and Liu Cuifang through the town officials. But according to the old people in Guojia Town, the family left Guojia Village long before liberation. As for Where did the group go? Not many people know it. And most of the people who do know are vague, some say Hong Kong, some say Taiwan Island, and some say they went to Nanyang..." Case Rabos shook his head.


    Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart. Although he didn''t hold out much hope when he asked Keith Rabos to find his adoptive father''s family. But now I''m afraid it''s even more hopeless. There are thousands of Chinese all over the world, who knows where the descendants of the Guo family are?


    "You''re tired when you come back from Huaxia. Go back and have a good rest. You are in charge of the company''s affairs!" Guo Shouyun stood up and said.


    "Boss, then I''ll leave first!"


    "Well! I''ll send it to you!"


    Wendy walked in after Keith Rapos left.


    "Boss, this is written by the ''Jade Bird Group''!"


    The Emerald Bird Group is a team specially created for Guo Shouyun. After nearly three months of development, the team has grown from 3 people at first to 12 people now. The number of ghostwriters has also increased from "The Big Bang Theory", "Prison Break" and "Spring in the Cattle Class" to 12 including "Underworld", "Lost" and "Source Code". Basically everyone is responsible for a series.


    Of course, these people can''t write as fast as him. Therefore, from its establishment to the present, the two books that Wendy brought over were the first to be completed.


    Looking at the words "Prison Break 1" and "Spring in the Cattle Class" on the cover, Guo Shouyun simply flipped through the pages, "Have you checked it?"


    "It has been cross-reviewed by the people from the Emerald Bird team, and there are basically no typographical errors, and the readability is very good."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, opened the safe next to him, and took out the "Island Bookstore" that had been written long ago, and put the three books together.


    "Send it to Christopher, he has urged me many times. Besides, except for this "Island Bookstore", the other two books use the pseudonym ''Emerald Bird''!"


    In order to distinguish, Guo Shouyun intends to use the old pseudonym ''Dongren'' for the books he intends to write in the future, and the ghostwriter will use ''Emerald Bird''!


    Wendy Solo nodded, and after accepting the three manuscripts, "You''re not going to review it yourself?"


    Guo Shouyun knew that she was talking about two ghostwritten books.


    "No, I believe in the wisdom of the masses!"


    "Okay! What''s for lunch? I''ll tell the kitchen!"


    "Beef brisket with tomatoes, roast lamb, and a few vegetarian dishes!"


    Although Guo Shouyun''s net worth has exceeded 99.9% of the people on this planet, apart from the luxurious house he lives in, he doesn''t pay much attention to food and clothing.


    "understood!"


    "One more thing, Wendy. There are too few bodyguards around me!" Guo Shouyun spread his hands.


    Counting the newly arrived Pire Lee, and Rudy Mueller, who is still staring at the priceless Leonardo da Vinci "Salvator Mundi" for himself in New York, and Matthew Bloom, they are full of personal bodyguards. Just three. And there is one who is not always around.


    "Boss, the elites from the elite special forces of various countries have always been the target of competition between major security companies and the rich. What''s more, your requirements must be clean, no mistakes, and a family of elites. It''s even rarer to meet such conditions. It''s good to find three now!" Wendy couldn''t help complaining.


    Guo Shouyun also knows that his requirements are high, but the position of personal bodyguard is too special. He doesn''t want to give his life to some guy with moral hazard, otherwise he won''t know when he will be sold.


    "Boss, if you need reliable bodyguards, you don''t necessarily need to be recruited from special forces such as Delta, SEALs, and Air Corps!"


    At this time, Matthew Bloom, who had been standing behind Guo Shouyun, spoke up.


    "Oh? What can you do?"


    "Training. We train ourselves."


    Matthew Bloom''s affirmative tone made Guo Shouyun look more thoughtful.


    "There are many excellent soldiers in the world, such as Gurkhas, Germans, Russians, and northern Chinese, etc. We can recruit some innocent people for training. With the ability of me and Pires, at most half a year Time can train them into qualified bodyguards, and they can become elites in two to three years. Moreover, people who have been trained for a long time are more loyal to their bosses!��


    Pire Li nodded in agreement.


    "That''s not a good idea!"


    Guo Shouyun thought thoughtfully.


    As he made more and more money, his net worth became more and more rich, and his sense of insecurity became higher and higher. Especially in a country like the United States where gun ownership is legal and gangs are rampant. He was also afraid that one day he would be kidnapped or killed. He didn''t think it was because he was unfounded. After all, four U.S. presidents died and five were injured. After finally being reborn for a while, nothing is more important than your own life.


    Moreover, there is an elite bodyguard under his hand, which can not only protect the safety of himself and his family, but also deter those enemies who are scheming.


    "Matthew, you came up with this idea, so it''s up to you. ... Pire, you assist Matthew."


    "Yes!"


    The two nodded in unison.


    "Boss, how many people do you need?" Matthew asked.


    "Twenty people! I don''t need too many for the time being." Guo Shouyun said after thinking about it.


    "Is twenty the final admission number?"


    "Um!"


    "Then I suggest that at the beginning, we try to expand the number of recruits as much as possible. Only in this way can we screen out the elites that meet the needs of the boss!" Matthew said.


    "Okay, just do as you say!"


    "Also, Pires and I may have to go away for a while in order to select the person the boss needs. So the boss had better bring Rudy back. This way you won''t have no one to protect you."


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Rudy still has his tasks, so don''t bother him. During the time you are away, let the people from Blackwater be in charge of security."


    "Alright!"


    "Wendy, you will be responsible for the funds Matthew and Pires need!"


    "clear!"


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just then, there was a sudden knock on the door.


    "Please come in!"


    With the sound of the door opening, Liu Zhixing pushed open the door and walked in. After seeing the situation in the room, I was stunned for a moment, "I''ll come back later?"


    "No need!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Wendy, go get busy! ... The two of you also go down to prepare and leave early."


    The three nodded, turned and walked out. Liu Zhixing has lived here for half a year, everyone is familiar with it, and there is no problem with security. So Matthew and Pires didn''t say much.


    "sit down!"


    After closing the door, Guo Shouyun pointed to the sofa in the reception area by the window next to the study.


    "Is Stanford''s offer down?"


    "Not yet! As usual, there will be results in March!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, poured a cup of tea, and handed it to the other party!


    "thanks!"


    "Look at you, do you have anything to do with me?"


    After a little hesitation, Liu Zhixing nodded, "I want to move out!"


    "Moving out? Why? Isn''t it bad to live with me?"


    "No! The environment here is excellent, and I''m very grateful for your care. But...I still want to have a home of my own. Also, I want to be closer to Stanford University, which also saves more money. Time to learn!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was a Chinese person in his last life, naturally understands the importance Chinese people place on "home" and their unwillingness to rely on others.


    "Has it been decided?"


    "Yeah!" Liu Zhixing nodded affirmatively.


    "Okay, UU Reading Since that''s the case, then I won''t say anything more. However, after you move out, I''m afraid it will be difficult for me to be a calligraphy teacher!"


    Liu Zhixing nodded silently.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun changed his words, "But I still have a career here that is suitable for you. If you want, you can do it as a part-time job during college. I promise that the salary will be enough for all the expenses of your study and life."


    "What job?" Liu Zhixing asked with anticipation on his face.


    "Administrative Secretary!"


    "Administrative secretary?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, "I''ll take you to a place in the afternoon. I''ll tell you in detail later!"


    Seeing him say so, Liu Zhixing is not good to say more. After briefly talking about some other issues later, he said goodbye and left.


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    Lunch is very formal for Guo Shouyun, although four or five dishes are not much. But satisfying his and Wendy''s appetites would certainly be no problem.


    After leaving the dissatisfied Wendy to look after the house, Guo Shouyun brought Liu Zhixing to the center of San Francisco.


    "It''s here, it''s here!"


    After parking the car on the side of the road, Guo Shouyun walked down from the inside. Around him were two bodyguards of the Blackwater Company.


    After getting out of the car, Liu Zhixing briefly looked at the towering luxury office building in front of him, and the steel jungle surrounding it, a modern urban atmosphere came from the surface.


    After noticing that Guo Shouyun was walking in front, Liu Zhixing, who took a brief glance, quickly followed.


    After entering through the revolving glass door at the main entrance, looking at the white-collar workers, even the golden-collar workers, who were dressed appropriately, chatting and laughing, Liu Zhixing''s eyes showed a desire.


    No matter at the time or now, this is the place where he has been able to struggle in countless midnight dreams.


    Noticing the change in his expression, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much after smiling slightly. Walked to the elevator shaft, waited until the elevator door opened, and walked in with the flow of people. Then click on the 9th floor.


    The speed of commercial elevators is generally very fast. In a few seconds, the elevator arrived at the floor that Guo Shouyun hoped. Stepping out from the inside, you will be greeted by a modern company reception desk. And on the wall behind the front desk, the words ''Guo''s Business Group'' are spelled in golden letters.


    It''s not the first time Guo Shouyun has come here, so the front desk basically knows him. Therefore, after seeing him come out of the elevator, the two beauties at the front desk, who were smiling and talking about something, instinctively tightened their faces and stood up respectfully.


    "Chairman!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Is your boss Catherine here?"


    "Yes, the general manager is in the office. I''ll inform you!"


    "No need!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Bring this Mr. Liu to the reception room. I''ll just go find her myself!"


    "You go to the reception room with them first, I''ll be there in a while!" Guo Shouyun turned his head and explained.


    Liu Zhixing nodded and said nothing. Follow the front desk to the reception area on the right side of the office area. And Guo Shouyun walked in with a bodyguard after the two left. Today''s Guo''s Business Group is no longer in the state of two or three big cats and kittens. With the full support of Guo Shouyun and the excellent leadership of Catherine Lincoln, they have rented a 2-story office building in St. Mary''s Plaza, CBD, San Francisco. Not counting external staff such as farms and slaughterhouses, there are more than 300 employees in the office alone, and the entire group has more than 2,500 employees.


    Therefore, when Guo Shouyun walked in, the greetings around him were really continuous.


    He walked to the door of Catherine''s office familiarly, glanced at the door sign of the CEO''s office above, raised his hand and knocked.


    "Please come in!"


    A familiar voice came from the room guarded by tempered glass.


    Pushing open the door, a 40-square-meter office with simple furnishings appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    Looking at his childhood playmate who was working at his desk, wearing a black lady''s dress, blond hair tied in a ponytail behind his head, and wearing gold glasses, Guo Shouyun waved his hand to let the two bodyguards stay outside, Taking two steps forward, he smiled and said, "I''m relieved to see you work so hard!"


    "This sentence fully exposes the nature of your Grandet." After a joking sarcasm, Catherine put down the pen and looked up at the old friend who had already walked to the desk and sat down on the chair, "Tell me, this time What''s going on here?"


    "It''s nothing, it''s purely out of a friend''s concern to see you!"


    "Forget it, Bruce! Others don''t know you, and I don''t know you? Besides, since the establishment of the Guo Group nearly a year ago, you have not come more than ten times in total. A bunch of problems!" Katherine Lincoln curled her lips, her expression evident in disbelief.


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, not explaining. He would make some superficial disguise in front of all his subordinates, including Wendy. The only one who will show her true self in front of Catherine. Because the two who grew up together know each other too well. There is no need for camouflage at all.


    "I''m here to send you talent this time!"


    "Sure enough, there is still something. But the person you are talking about is the one who came with you?"


    "you saw it?"


    "Nonsense! The monitoring system in my computer is not in vain. Besides, if you, the chairman, come here, if I don''t know, then all the people in the secretariat should be fired!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Since you''ve seen it, I''ll give you a brief introduction. ... This person is Liu Zhixing, who has just been naturalized. He used to be the top university in China to study economics and business management. Something happened in between. , used to be very down. However, his talent is the best among the people I have met. So, I plan to put him by your side to experience it. "


    "Why me? You have a lot of companies. Besides, wouldn''t it be better for you to bring it with you to cultivate?"


    "I want to stay by my side to train. But he will soon go to Stanford for further study, and I can''t always stay in San Francisco. So I think of you. As for why you are, do I need to ask?" Guo Shouyun said angrily. .


    Katherine Lincoln had a smile on her face. Of course she understood what Guo Shouyun meant. In terms of trust, the two who grew up together are far more than those professional managers. This is not even comparable to Alexander Martin, who has been a classmate for nearly three years.


    "Well, for the sake of what you say is so satisfying, this person will stay with me. However, I have to personally test his level. If it is too bad, then I will not give him too much. Position!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "You can test it as you like. But if it is successful, I hope you can keep him as your administrative secretary for a while."


    If you want to learn something, the experience gained by participating in the actual management is of course valuable. But with Katherine, a high-ranking Harvard Business School executive, teaching by words and deeds, Liu Zhixing was able to learn more. Especially his lack of modern business management knowledge.


    "Okay!" Catherine nodded.


    "Let''s go then!"


    He was just standing up when Catherine stopped him.


    "Just stay here and take a look at the company''s report. As for Mr. Liu Zhixing, I can go by myself!"


    Looking at her interested eyes, Guo Shouyun froze for a moment, then smiled and nodded.


    "Since you insist, then let''s do it!"


    Seeing his promise, Catherine opened the safe, took out a stack of documents and put them in front of him, "Look at it for yourself, and lock it for me after reading it. I''ll go first!"


    Seeing her tall figure disappearing into the office resolutely, Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly and picked up the document in his hand.


    "It''s just after January, and Guo''s business group has grown a lot. It seems that it was right to hand over the company to Catherine!" Guo Shouyun thought.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Just then, his cell phone rang suddenly.


    After taking a look at the caller ID, he frowned slightly and thought for a moment before pressing the answer button.


    "Mr. Jamison, you rarely call me!"


    Guo Shouyun''s tone became melodious.


    "Mr. Guo is very busy. If it''s not important, I don''t dare to disturb you!"


    John Jamison on the other side of the phone smiled.


    "You''re flattering me too much. I''m not as busy as your Goldman Sachs partner."


    After a few simple chats, Jamison consciously entered the topic.


    "Mr. Guo, when you were in New York last time, you promised to hand over the second abs asset-backed securities of your work to Goldman Sachs for underwriting. I wonder if this promise is still valid?"


    "Of course it works!"


    "That''s good! If Mr. Guo has time in the evening, I''d like to invite you to dinner at Cyril''s restaurant!"


    A thought flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    "Okay. But Cyril''s restaurant is a membership system, I''m afraid I won''t be able to get in!"


    "Hehe, Mr. Guo is joking. Any consumer place in the world welcomes a super-rich like Mr. Liu!"


    "I don''t dare to be a super rich man. I don''t have much money in my hands now!"


    "How about seven o''clock?"


    "Can!"


    "Then we''ll see you tonight?"


    "See you tonight!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun''s attention was completely focused on the meeting tonight. Although he promised to give Goldman Sachs the right to issue his second tranche of abs bonds. But the conditions offered by Merrill, who had tasted the sweetness, made it difficult for him to refuse. So, in the end, it''s still a benefit. If Goldman Sachs can''t come up with enough terms to make him coveted, that promise can be reneged on.


    "I''m becoming more and more like a businessman with no bottom line!"


    Thinking of this Guo Shouyun shook his head with a wry smile. Looking at the information of Guo''s Business Group in his hand, he had no interest at all, and after simply flipping through it, he locked the information in the safe next to him.


    After processing, he walked to the floor-to-ceiling window next to him. Looking at the busy cityscape of San Francisco below, and the mighty Pacific Ocean in the distance, the eyes became deep.


    This second batch of abs securities is related to his next major plans, and there is absolutely no room for failure.


    While Guo Shouyun was planning for the future, Catherine Lincoln also completed the test of Liu Zhixing. From the look on her face, you can tell she is satisfied. So, everything went smoothly after that. Later, after the two briefly chatted about the development plan of Guo''s Business Group this year, Guo Shouyun took Liu Zhixing and left St. Mary''s Square. With the invitation from Goldman Sachs, the original plan to have dinner with Catherine was naturally in vain. However, the two have long been familiar with each other and can no longer be familiar with each other. You can eat anytime. But the meeting with Goldman Sachs could not be denied.


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 Chapter 164： Cyrils Restaurant

    Chapter 164 Cyril Restaurant


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    The disparity between the rich and the poor and the status has created the emergence of various strata in the society. For a few wealthy or powerful classes, in order to show their unique or superior social status, it is natural to look for some high-end social places to show their differences. This feature is most vividly reflected in the service industry.


    Cyril Restaurant is such an existence. In order to cater to the needs of the rich, it not only has the most high-end cuisine in the world, but also adopts a membership system. It means: unless you are a member here, even if you have money, you can''t get in.


    Of course, this ''money'' is a variable. Once the wealth has accumulated to a certain level, there will be no obstacles. Just like Guo Shouyun, although he has never been here before. But Cyril Restaurant took the initiative to send the membership card to his home.


    It has to be said that lofty capital is also capital after all, and the nature of profit-seeking remains unchanged.


    "Sir, your card."


    After putting the membership card in his pocket, Guo Shouyun walked into the lobby of the Cyril restaurant with the respectful sound of ''welcome'' at the door.


    Luxury naturally goes without saying. But what surprised him was that he met an acquaintance here.


    "Bruce?"


    "Jason?" Guo Shouyun said in surprise, looking at the young man walking towards him.


    "I didn''t expect to meet here today." Jason Wallace laughed.


    Looking at the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, Guo Shouyun smiled and held it up.


    "I didn''t expect it either." After a pause, his eyes turned to the person who was looking at him. After a brief look, "Your friend?"


    "Let me introduce you?"


    "No. There are still people waiting for me inside, it''s too late!" Guo Shouyun gestured with a smile, poking at the watch on his left wrist.


    "Okay then! Let''s talk next time! ... Oh, by the way, Case asked me to thank you. Investing in Netflix and Girard has made everyone a lot of money!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and just about to say a few polite words, a thought suddenly flashed in his mind, making him swallow the words that came to his mouth.


    "Everyone is a friend, and I will not be stingy if I have a good investment project."


    "Yes, we are all friends. It''s a pity that you never agreed to join our Kratos Brotherhood!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Brotherhood is just a form. As long as everyone has the same goals and interests, why should they care about a name?" After a pause, "By the way, it will be our Chinese Lunar New Year in a few days. I will meet at that time. Host a dinner party at home, and I hope you and Kratos'' friends can come to attend!"


    "I think everyone will be very interested!" Jason Wallace smiled after nodding.


    "That''s good! ... My time is up, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After Guo Shouyun turned and left, the people who were standing beside him came over one after another.


    "Jason, who was that guy before? He''s quite handsome!"


    A blond woman wearing a long white dress with a strong career line stared at the distant back with interest and asked with a smile.


    "His name is Bruce Guo, the most famous emerging writer in the United States this year. The "Fifty Shades of Grey" you are chasing is his work."


    A young man in a black coat with a stern expression next to him said indifferently.


    "He''s not just a writer! Really, it''s more suitable for him as a businessman!" Another punk-looking young girl in a black leather jacket said.


    "Such a powerful person, Jason, don''t you introduce us to know each other!" The blonde beauty couldn''t help complaining.


    "I think so. But people don''t come here just to eat, how can there be time for us!" After a pause, remembering Guo Shouyun''s last sentence, Jason Wallace laughed, "But everyone is in one place. City, if you want to know him in the future, it''s not without a chance!"��


    When they were talking about Guo Shouyun, he had already found their box according to the address given by John Jamison. After passing the inspection of the bodyguards outside, after being welcomed in, he glanced at the people inside, and Guo Shouyun had a rough guess in his mind about today''s meeting.


    John Jamison and Guo Shouyun are already very familiar with each other. Although the two of them don''t meet many times, the number of phone calls is not too small. So after a simple hello. Guo Shouyun''s eyes focused on the back, wearing gold glasses and a slightly fatter bald head.


    "Bruce, let me introduce to you, this is Stephen Bryan, President and Co-COO of our Goldman Sachs Group!"


    The larger the group, the more complex the internal composition. Similar to Goldman Sachs, there is not only one CEO, but four including Stephen Bryan in front of him. Together with Chairman and Chief Operating Officer Blank Fein, they form the highest echelons of Goldman''s empire. Their every move affects the stability of the US and even the world''s financial order. They are the real elite.


    "Mr. Brian, nice to meet you!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and stretched out his right hand towards the other party with a calm expression. In the past year, he has seen a lot of big people. The mind is also much more mature than when it was just reborn.


    "Mr. Guo is younger than I thought! Besides, I haven''t seen a young and talented person like you for many years!"


    Stephen Bryan briefly looked at the young man in front of him and praised.


    "Overwhelmed! I''m just a fledgling junior in the business world, and I still need Mr. Bryan to take care of me."


    "Hehe, now we need your care!"


    After a few words of courtesy, the three sat down in the private room.


    "I heard from John that Mr. Guo likes beef, so we ordered this grilled steak, which uses top-quality Kobe beef from Japan. In addition, there are caviar from the Russian Baltic Sea and black truffles from Bulgaria. Of course, if What else does Mr. Guo like to eat, you can order it anytime!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "These are enough!"


    "Stephen, you forgot to introduce our wine!"


    "Yes, Mr. Guo. Today we ordered two bottles of 1990 Mouton, and this bottle!" Stephen Bryan picked up a brown bottle from the side, "...Polkov Champagne, hope to wait until When dinner was over, we could drink it together!"


    A light flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes, of course he understood the meaning of the other party''s words.


    "Polkov Champagne is a boutique champagne, I would rather collect it than drink it!" Guo Shouyun skillfully changed the topic.


    "Although Polkov Champagne is precious, it is not comparable to the affection between us and Mr. Guo." After a pause, "If Mr. Guo really likes it, I would like to send Mr. Guo a box in private!"


    The best vintage of Polkov Champagne is only 3,000 bottles. A box of six bottles, according to the market price is 50,000 pounds, this is not a small pen. Of course, compared to the cooperation between the two sides, it is nothing.


    "Then I''ll say thank you in advance!"


    It''s just a few bottles of wine. With their respective net worth, this is just a normal exchange of courtesy, and it doesn''t mean anything.


    While several people were talking, the Goldman Sachs entourage who acted as a waiter next to them, who was also the secretary of the two, had already opened the red wine and poured it out for the three of them.


    After simply clinking glasses and eating a few bites of the food on the table, John Jamison and Stephen Bryan exchanged a vague look with each other, the former put down his knife and fork and said, "Mr. Guo, I forgot to congratulate you! No. 1 on the ''Forbes Writers List.'' No one in American literature in the past few decades has achieved such a brilliant start like you."


    "I am a little surprised to have such a result. However, most of these are due to my previous accumulation. I am afraid it will be difficult to have such outstanding results from now on!"


    "Mr. Guo is humble. At your current age, you will only write more outstanding works in the future!" Stephen Bryan laughed.


    "I hope so too!"


    "Stephen, let''s toast Bruce! I hope he can bring more classics to American literature!"


    Hearing this, Stephen Bryan nodded, and followed John Jamison to lift the glass in his hand.


    "Thank you two! Cheers!"


    "cheers!"


    The three of them briefly touched each other and drank it.


    After the secretary next to the three continued, John Jamison said: "Bruce, you are an honest person, and I am very grateful for your attention to our Goldman Sachs. So for this cooperation, we are preparing for you. Enough conditions!"


    "Oh?"


    "..."The Hangover", "The Da Vinci Code", "The Fast and the Furious", "Finding Nemo" two volumes, UU Reading "Prison Break" two volumes, a total of 5 sets, 7 books; future Ten years of all proceeds to issue a $380 million asset-backed security with an annual yield of 6.34%!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a flat expression, and smiled slightly in the eyes of the two of them, "It is indeed a good condition. However, John and Mr. Brian, everyone is in business. Although I promised to put the second batch of abs securities are sold to Goldman Sachs, but if the price gap with other companies is too large, it is difficult for me to really agree. After all, no one wants to have a ''dumb and fool'' hat on their head!"


    "If Mr. Guo doesn''t mind, can you disclose the highest offer you have received so far?" Stephen Bryan said.


    "Yes! Merrill Lynch is currently offering the highest price. For the same copyright income for 5 sets of 7 volumes, they offered $550 million, and the rate of return was only 6.13%!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Despite this, Merrill Lynch did not actually quote such a high price. It''s a total price of $463 million, a yield of 6.27%. But negotiation, always go to Gaoli.


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 Chapter 165： irresistible temptation

    Chapter 165: The Temptation That Is Hard to Resist


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    "Mr. Guo, the price of 550 million US dollars is too high. After all, among the five films you mentioned above, except for "The Da Vinci Code" and "Finding Nemo", which sold more than 5 million copies, the other three only sold 1.5 million~ The sales volume of about 3 million is a bit worse than your first batch of "Fifty Shades of Grey", "Pirates of the Caribbean" and other five films. As for the film and television copyright. Sorry, although "Smart: Ghost Story" is Hollywood There are a few high-paying movies. But we all know that doesn''t mean that all of yours will get such good results. So, for rational reasons, we won''t give too high an offer." Stephen Bryan said calmly.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun shrugged slightly after glancing at John Jamison, "That means there''s nothing to talk about?"


    "We can raise the price to $420 million. As for the yield, it can drop to 6.%! This is Goldman''s last floor price." John Jamison said after the two exchanged glances.


    "John, you know that this condition is far from that of other securities companies!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Bruce, business negotiation always needs to integrate everyone''s opinions. We have already made concessions. Moreover, you promised to hand over this abs securities to Goldman Sachs for underwriting!" John Jamison said.


    Guo Shouyun frowned, thought for a moment and shook his head helplessly, "John, I really regret agreeing to you!"


    "So you agree?" John Jamison laughed.


    "Agreed, but I have one condition!" A glimmer of light flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    "Oh?"


    "I want to use my copyright in Thorn Bird Publishing Company as collateral to take out a loan of no less than 800 million US dollars from the bank. The loan is ten years, and the interest rate cannot exceed 8%."


    "Mortgage!" John Jamison''s face became complicated. But this did not make Guo Shouyun in his eyes trigger more associations.


    "If Mr. Guo wants to acquire a company, we at Goldman Sachs are very willing to help!" Stephen Bryan, who had been silent for a while, suddenly said.


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, "Goldman Sachs'' commissions are not cheap!"


    "If this is what Mr. Guo is worried about, then I can decide to reduce the commission for this cooperation to 0.5%, which is also a reward for thanking Mr. Guo for making concessions on the abs bond before!"


    Stephen Bryan''s sudden enthusiasm made Guo Shouyun hesitate. But as one of the top five investment banks on Wall Street, Goldman Sachs'' capabilities and connections are a great temptation for Guo Shouyun, who is planning to go further in Amazon and Apple stocks.


    "Mr. Guo, Phoenix Fund did well last year, so I also paid attention. If Mr. Guo plans to go further on Amazon, eBay, Apple, rim, we can help. Even if you plan to buy Apple , we are also very happy to act as your financial advisor and provide you with assistance as we can." Stephen Bryan''s eyes twinkled.


    "Acquisition of Apple?" These six words made Guo Shouyun deeply moved.


    "Mr. Brian, Apple is not cheap, I don''t have that much money!"


    Stephen Bryan, as an old fox who has been on Wall Street for decades, has an absolutely top-notch ability to observe words. So he clearly saw the flash of heartbeat on the face of the man opposite him.


    "Mr. Guo, why do you underestimate yourself? Let''s not talk about your income on abs bonds this time. If you are willing to mortgage Matrix Holdings, we at Goldman Sachs guarantee that you can connect a loan of no less than 1.2 billion US dollars. In this way, You have 1.62 billion funds in your hand, and you can use financial leverage to acquire Apple. Moreover, I believe that many banks and financial institutions are willing to provide you with funds. After all, you have nearly 38 million shares of Enron alone. The short position is now worth $1 billion! What''s more, you have LinkedIn, Google, paypal, Kwok Group, Phoenix Capital and other companies with great potential. So your finances are not a problem at all."


    "I didn''t expect that Mr. Bryan knew about my belongings so clearly!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "How can we provide better and more accurate service if we can''t accurately understand our customers'' assets?" Stephen Bryan smiled.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, removing the unpleasantness of being found out. Stephen Bryan''s proposal is indeed tempting enough. After all, no one knows Apple''s future better than him.


    However, he is also very clear that once he really decides to act according to what the other party says, then his financial risk will increase exponentially. This contradicted his original plan to slowly collect Apple, eBay, rim and Amazon stocks, wait for 9/11, make a fortune on Enron and gold futures, and then try to choose one of the acquisitions.


    But the word Apple is too tempting. When the opportunity was in front of him, Guo Shouyun weighed it countless times in his heart, and it was difficult to refuse its temptation.


    "Bruce, if you feel too embarrassed, you can try it later when your finances are relaxed. At that time, we, Goldman Sachs, are just as willing to help!" John Jamison said suddenly.


    After his voice sounded, Stephen Bryan next to him frowned, looking at the figure of his companion, a trace of unpleasantness flashed in his eyes. Unfortunately, Guo Shouyun, who was attracted by John Jamison, didn''t see it.


    "John, maybe I should follow your advice...!"


    "Mr. Guo, if we can raise more than 40% of Apple''s equity for you within two months, would you still be willing to do this transaction?" Stephen Bryan interrupted suddenly.


    Guo Shouyun glanced back and forth between the other party and John Jamison, and instinctively felt something strange in his heart.


    But before he could think deeply, he was interrupted by the wily Stephen Bryan.


    "We hope to use this cooperation in exchange for the underwriting rights of your third tranche of abs securities, as well as the underwriting rights of LinkedIn and Google when they go public!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "If you can really raise more than 40% of Apple''s stock, I will agree to cooperate with you!"


    40% of the stock is not far from holding. Therefore, it is still difficult for Guo Shouyun to refuse the huge temptation to acquire Apple.


    "No problem!" Stephen Bryan smiled.


    "Also. I hope Goldman Sachs can complete the $420 million abs bond issue and the Thornbird Publishing Company equity loan in February and get the funds into my bank account."


    "A month is a bit too stressful!" Stephen Bryan frowned.


    "I believe in the strength of Goldman Sachs, and it''s the foundation of our partnership today!"


    Looking at his determined expression, Stephen Bryan nodded after thinking for a moment.


    "Can!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Mr. Brian, now you can open the champagne."


    "Hehe, I''ve been waiting for this moment to come!"


    After opening the champagne and celebrating for a while, the three of them had dinner and chatted with each other about other things. Guo Shouyun said goodbye and left. After sending him outside the door, the smile on Stephen Bryan''s face quickly turned cold after the shadow of the car disappeared into the night.


    "John, you should know the company''s decision."


    "Of course I know!"


    "But you almost ruined the plans made by countless people in the company just now!" Stephen Bryan said with dissatisfaction in his voice.


    "But didn''t you succeed in the end?" John Jamison said indifferentlyYou...! After shaking his hands angrily, Stephen Bryan turned around and walked towards the clubhouse, "I will truthfully report today''s situation to Blake, and you will be excluded from the ''Hound Project''! "


    John Jamison raised his eyebrows and didn''t answer. Looking at the direction in which Guo Shouyun left, he sighed lightly.


    In fact, his relationship with each other is not too close. The reason why he reminded him loudly was because his instinct told him that the young man was not so easily defeated. Even if his opponent this time is super strong.


    In fact, John Jamison also had some doubts about his own intuition. But relying on this intuition before, he avoided numerous financial risks and got to where he is today, and instinctively followed his heart.


    "In the words of the Chinese people: I have done my best this time. As for whether you can survive this danger, it depends on your own ability and luck!"


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 Chapter 166： Spring Festival 2001

    Chapter 166 Spring Festival 2001


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    "Duo duo��!"


    With Guo Shouyun''s skillful use, the thick kitchen knife collided with the chopping board below, and made a series of even sounds.


    With this sound, the pork minced by the meat grinder became thinner.


    "Wendy, bring my sliced ??leeks here!"


    Hearing that, Wendy, who was sitting on the pony next to her curiously watching Guo Shouyun''s busy work, hurriedly brought over the leeks in the pot next to her.


    After Guo Shouyun took it, he put the minced pork in. After stirring with chopsticks, sprinkle salt, monosodium glutamate, star anise powder, chopped green onion and ginger, and then add a little soybean oil into it. After feeling that it was almost the same, Guo Shouyun stirred for three minutes, and after stirring the meat stuffing well, he nodded with satisfaction.


    "All right!"


    "Is this the dumpling filling?" Wendy asked curiously.


    "Um!"


    "It looks amazing!"


    "Huaxia has more magical things than this!" Guo Shouyun took the dumpling wrappers he bought from Chinatown and started making dumplings.


    Today is the 30th Lunar New Year, and it is also the first New Year he has had since his rebirth. Although there are no relatives around him, he doesn''t want to be careless. So, in the afternoon, I went to Chinatown in San Francisco to buy New Year''s goods.


    In his last life, he was from Qilu, and there are two most important things in Chinese New Year: eating dumplings and watching the Spring Festival Gala.


    In line with the principle of doing it yourself, he wrapped his favorite dumplings with leek and pork.


    Seeing Guo Shouyun skillfully wrapping dumplings with large white skins, Wendy said, "It looks interesting, can I try it?"


    "You?" Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun, who wanted to refuse, looked at Wendy''s sparkling eyes, and swallowed again, "Go to those chopsticks!"


    Wendy nodded vigorously, happily took out chopsticks from the kitchen next to her, and wrapped her first dumplings in Guo Shouyun''s style. But like all beginners, what comes out of the package is horrible.


    "Why is mine so ugly?"


    There is no harm without comparison. Wendy looked at the vegetable dumplings in her hand and Guo Shouyun''s exquisite dumplings. She was very dissatisfied.


    "It''s your first time making dumplings, so it''s strange that you can make them well!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "I don''t believe it, I''m going to try again!"


    Just when Wendy was about to harm Guo Shouyun''s dumpling stuffing again, a bodyguard walked in.


    "Boss, Mr. Liu is here!"


    "Let him in!"


    "Yes!"


    After the bodyguard went out, it didn''t take long for Liu Zhixing to walk in with his daughter. The most important thing in the Chinese New Year is to be lively, so Guo Shouyun also invited him and his friends to come over. However, Liu Zhixing arrived first.


    "Uncle Guo, Aunt Wendy!"


    The crisp voice immediately diverted Wendy''s attention from the dumplings.


    "Nan, uncle can''t leave now, I''ll give you a big red envelope later!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    At this time, Liu Zhi walked over. Seeing his appearance, Guo Shouyun asked with a smile, "Is it possible?"


    "I learned it when I was in my hometown!" Liu Zhixing nodded.


    "That''s right, you go to the kitchen to wash your hands and help me wrap a piece of dumplings, otherwise I will be exhausted after wrapping the dumplings for a dozen people."


    Liu Zhixing smiled and nodded. With him joining, the speed was indeed much faster. It wasn''t long before Katherine Lincoln arrived. This is another force. Because of Guo Shouyun''s adoptive father''s relationship, she likes to eat dumplings since she was a child, and she also likes to celebrate the Spring Festival. After many years, she naturally learned to wrap.


    Following Katherine were Matta Lincoln and his fianc��e Julia. Not long afterward, Martin Alexander and his girlfriend Suri, along with Larry Page, Sergey Brin and David Sacks, arrived.


    In addition to the CEO of Ruby Technology, Keith Rabos, who was on a business trip in China, partners from Google, LinkedIn, and PayPal all came. Of course, this is Guo Shouyun''s company in San Francisco. Like Matrix, Phoenix, and Hanhua, there is no way.


    Westerners are naturally fond of parties, so Larry Page, Sergey Brin, and David Sachs, although it was the first time they met the Lincoln brothers and sisters, did not seem unfamiliar to each other. After chatting for a while, the atmosphere became warm.


    After the hot dumplings are out of the pot, the traditional Chinese cuisine makes the atmosphere in the room even more lively.


    But compared to dumplings, what really impressed Guo Shouyun was the Spring Festival Gala.


    In the Spring Festival Gala in 2001, Song Zuying was still the protagonist; Cai Ming was still very young; Feng Gong did not have the opening remarks full of "I miss you"; ...well, even in 2001, Guo Da was still bald.


    Compared to Katherine, Larry Page and the others around him, they were amazed by the excitement, but Guo Shouyun was full of memories.


    But looking at Liu Zhixing, who was holding Nan Nan and staring at the TV screen, Guo Shouyun knew that perhaps his mood was the closest to him here.


    The Spring Festival Gala lasted until 12 o''clock in the evening. When the bell rang, Guo Shouyun took the firecrackers he bought early to the yard outside the villa, and everyone set them up together.


    Looking at the bright fireworks in the black night sky, the first New Year since rebirth is over.


    Guo Shouyun''s manor is big enough to arrange for everyone to live there. Considering that he has to go to work tomorrow, it is very late now, so no one rejects his proposal.


    Early the next morning, his biological clock made him wake up on time at six o''clock.


    However, when Guo Shouyun was running around the manor, he was not short of companions.


    "I didn''t expect you to like morning jogging too?"


    Larry Page smiled, "I was influenced by "Forrest Gump" when I was in college and slowly fell in love with running! It''s been almost six years now!"


    "''Forrest Gump'' is a good movie." Guo Shouyun nodded, "but by comparison, I''m not that active. If I hadn''t joined the basketball team, maybe I''d be sleeping in it like them now. Sleep!"


    "When I was in high school, I also wanted to join the school team, but unfortunately I really don''t have the talent for sports!"


    "Hehe, it looks like I won in this regard!" After smiling, "Isn''t it going well for Google recently?"


    "It''s going well, and the encyclopedia is very complete. The pictures and news are also nearing completion. The Q&A will be slower, but it can be launched in March at the latest. But for music, it will have to wait until the second half of the year."


    "Don''t worry, we have enough time." After a pause, "Google has now completed the layout of the four markets of English, Spanish, French and Japanese. Is there any news from Yahoo?"


    "Not yet. But I got news that the current Yahoo CEO Tim Kugel has a bad relationship with Jerry Yang, I''m afraid he will be replaced soon."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Regardless of them, Google has become a trend now. Even if Yahoo is aware of the danger, it will not pose a threat to us!"


    Larry Page agrees. Google is now without a doubt the world''s number one Internet search engine provider. It occupies more than 50% of the share and is still growing.


    "Bruce, when you decided to work with Yahoo, it was a genius plan. Otherwise, Google would never have grown so fast." Larry Page admired.


    "I''m also a partner of Google, and it''s a matter of course for the company to make suggestions." After a pause, "However, whether Yahoo''s cooperation with us can continue in the future. We must wait until June to put ''side ads'' '' and ''Bidding Ranking'' are taken out, and we can''t wait until all the funds in the account are used up, otherwise the company''s financial security will be endangered."


    Larry Page nodded in agreement, with excitement and anticipation in his eyes.


    "I really want to see that day come sooner."


    "Don''t worry. Our time for Google to break into a butterfly is coming soon."


    After Larry Page nodded, he frowned suddenly.


    "Bruce, do you think we need another round of financing?"


    "No need for the time being. But there are too many greedy capitals in the world. We also need allies to **** us."


    "My concern is raising money too early to reflect the true value of Google. It will also cost us money," Larry Page said.


    "I understand your concern. So we can first sign a letter of intent for financing by looking for the capital that intends to cooperate. When we get to the pe before the listing, let them invest themselves."


    After nodding in agreement, Larry Page continued: "Then do you have a partner in mind?"


    "certainly!"


    "The Carlyle Fund is one, Blackstone, tpg, Fidelity, Bain Capital, Goldman Sachs, kkr, SoftBank. This is a temporary idea. But when the listing is about to come, the scope will expand. The more allies, the The better we can develop.��


    Larry Page frowned and thought for a moment, he knew all the names Guo Shouyun said. They are all giants in today''s global investment field. If they have their presence in Google''s shareholder list, then there is no doubt that Google''s road to internationalization will be much smoother.


    "What about the shares being sold?"


    Larry Page asked the question he cared about most.


    "20% of the pe round is enough. Then 15% is raised for listing, and then the management sets aside 15% of the options Of course, there are superposition and liquidation, and the specific number of shares will have to wait until detailed and complex calculations. There is a final result."


    Larry Page nodded in agreement, Guo Shouyun''s plan was not much different from what he thought.


    "I''m done running! What about you?" Guo Shouyun said after he stopped and wiped the sweat from his forehead.


    "I''m done too!"


    "Let''s go then. Take a shower, and we''ll go to work after breakfast."


    "I really want to go on vacation!"


    "Vacation? Now is not the time for vacation."��


    Chatting casually, the two walked towards the villa together.


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    While Guo Shouyun was enjoying the New Year, his opponents were not idle.


    "Although the other party did not directly agree, judging from the conditions of the last 40% of Apple''s common shares, the success of the Hound Project is still very high!" Stephen Bryan looked around and said.


    "The market value of an Apple company is only $4.5 billion now, and even a premium acquisition will not exceed $6 billion. With Bruce Kuo''s fund-raising ability, holding Apple will not expand his financial risk to unbearable. So, I I think Amazon, ebay and rim should be counted among the companies he is interested in. Moreover, in the context of the Nasdaq crisis, the stock prices of Amazon and eBay are far more manageable than Apple.�� Jeffrey Gilling opened his mouth.


    As CEO of Enron, he didn''t care whether these businesses were valuable or not. As long as Guo Shouyun''s financial risks can be magnified, and the further implementation of the "Hound Dog Project" is what he is considering at this time.


    "Jeffrey, bay and amazon are available, but they are out of the scope of this discussion!"


    A middle-aged man in a black suit with thin cheeks who looked a little serious spoke up.


    "John, I understand Morgan''s expectations for Internet stocks, but you can wait until the Hound program is over and then buy it back. I think it''s not difficult for you!" Geoffrey Gilling said.


    In fact, they have debated this issue many times. When Enron Company was preparing to dig a hole for Guo Shouyun, they carefully analyzed his personality characteristics: he was talented and precise. But like the vast majority of talented young people, they are greedy and unrestrained, and blindly expand their business operations.


    But the only difference of Guo Shouyun is that the projects he invested in basically made money. But in the eyes of the bigwigs at Enron, CCP, Citi and Goldman Sachs, it''s just a tailwind. So, they still choose the old way of dealing with these people: magnify the financial risk, and then take the bottom line. When the other party is exhausted and unable to repay the high loan cost and interest, then use the negotiation method to eat the assets of the other party at a low price.


    This way of using capital, channels and contacts to crush opponents, they have been very proficient in playing for nearly a hundred years! The bones that fell under this method are also batch after batch.


    And in order to swallow the rich cake in the hands of this fast-rising Chinese boy, these capitalists who cannibalistically spit out bones used a few months to formulate a plan called "Hounding Dog".


    The first step of the Hound plan is to magnify the financial risk of the other party. As for the target, it is natural to start from the company that the other party is interested in. That is, Apple, eBay, rim, Goldman Sachs and Amazon that Guo Shouyun now invests in.


    Goldman Sachs, as a conspiracy of the Hound plan, is too small, and its current market value is only $800 million, which cannot achieve the purpose of amplifying financial risks, so it is also excluded.


    The rest are Apple, eBay and Amazon. The three companies are currently valued on Nasdaq at $4.5 billion, $2.5 billion and $2.8 billion, respectively.


    It stands to reason that Amazon and eBay are the most suitable. After all, in the context of the Nasdaq crisis, it is easiest to short the stocks of both. But after discussion, the proposal was rejected. The reason is that Goldman Sachs and Morgan still have expectations for these two companies.


    The world has never been short of smart people. And top investors like Goldman Sachs and Morgan are smart people who focus more on long-term interests than on profits. Although they have no idea how far the Internet can develop in the future. But the changes brought about by this newness are real. Therefore, they want to take a look at the prospects of the top companies in the Internet, and are reluctant to sell their equity early. After all, whether what was sold can be bought back is an unknown.


    In contrast, Apple is another consideration. It is undeniable that it is excellent, and it can also develop new products that are popular in the market. But in the eyes of investment institutions such as Morgan and Goldman Sachs, the potential of Apple, which has been established nearly 30 years ago, has basically been revealed. It is far less explosive than new Internet companies such as Amazon and eBay. Moreover, in Apple''s main notebook computer business, there are also competitors such as IBM, Hewlett-Packard, and Dell.


    For a long time, Apple, which insists on developing its own software and systems, is highly respected by technology enthusiasts, but in the eyes of capital, it is a very weird company and is not favored.


    Therefore, after a comprehensive consideration, Apple, whose stock price has plummeted due to the decline in sales of the new imac/g3, has become the most suitable target.


    "Jeffrey''s concerns are indeed worthy of our consideration!" In order to prevent the two from arguing again, Paul Turner, chief operating officer of Bank of America who participated in the discussion, said quickly. After attracting the attention of the two, "In the current situation of Apple, the premium to acquire it will not be too high. So we really need an alternative!"


    Stephen Bryan nodded in agreement, "I believe everyone has seen Bruce Guo''s asset assessment. His equity in Thorn Bird alone is worth 800-1000 million. Moreover, Thorn Bird Publishing Company is only a subsidiary of Matrix. , The total assets of the entire Matrix Holdings including Matrix Films and Matrix Games are nearly 2.5 billion US dollars. The rest, the Guo Group is worth 400 million US dollars. The three Internet companies Google, LinkedIn and Paypal are worth 1.5 billion according to the latest assessment. Phoenix Capital is worth 450 million. There is also Phoenix Fund...!" Stephen Bryan said here, because the main asset of Phoenix Fund is the income from shorting Enron, so in front of Jeffrey Jilin, He bypassed the problem.


    ��Although Bruce Guo doesn��t own all of the above-mentioned companies. Even half of it would give him $3 billion in assets. The most conservative estimate is that if he uses these assets for loans, he can get it. $2 billion or more. Plus, these don��t count the abs bonds he can issue, the revenue of various companies, and the bonds issued.��


    "...you know, whether it''s Google, LinkedIn, paypal, or Guo''s Group, Matrix Holdings, their finances are very healthy. And their profitability is also very outstanding. The bonds issued by these companies are very popular on Wall Street. Therefore, , After comprehensive calculation, Bruce Guo''s funds that can be mobilized will be between 3 billion and 4.5 billion US dollars. If you want to make it financially in crisis, you must consider the highest value. In this way, it is difficult for an Apple company to shake Bruce. Guo''s finances."


    ����Also, what we need to face this time is a genius who has grown his assets hundreds of times from $10 million in one year. We need to leave enough room to prevent unexpected situations.��


    "...In the end, despite his assessment of personality traits and investment habits, Bruce Kuo would not have sold his shorts when Enron''s stock was rising. But it''s hard to tell if he was aware of the unexpected. How to choose? So, this is also where we have to be vigilant.��


    "To sum up, if the ''Hound Project'' is to succeed, or to ensure a high probability of success, it must expand Bruce Guo''s financial risk to $6.5 billion or more! Obviously, one Apple is not enough. "


    After Stephen Bryan finished speaking, the atmosphere in the room became a little silent. Jeffrey Gilling''s expression was solemn. John Schwarzman looked thoughtful. Paul Turner folded his arms across his chest, his expression calm. Jolia Moyin, who came on behalf of Citibank, closed his eyes, and no one could guess what he was thinking.


    The bosses are like this, and the secretaries who are in charge of recording are naturally extra cautious.


    Stephen Bryan''s eyes slowly swept across the crowd. He knew in his heart that, except for Jeffrey Gilling, all the people present were a group of speculators who were tempted by interests. It''s hard to tell how much effort will go into this so-called ''Hound Project''!


    However, this is also understandable. The essence of capital is to pursue high, even super high interests. Even the Goldman Sachs he represents is the same.


    "One Apple company is not enough, but we can also look for supplementary solutions from other directions!" After seeing everyone''s eyes focused, Geoffrey Jilin continued, "Currently, Bruce Guo''s investment direction mainly revolves around three major Block: that is, finance, media and the Internet! In addition, it has a certain layout in the consumer electronics and semiconductor industries. Coincidentally, Apple''s president Steve Jobs owns Pixar animation studio. Apple currently also owns 27% of the British arm company. These two companies correspond to the entertainment media and semiconductor industries that Bruce Guo is interested in!"


    "Pixar can, but arm can''t. We must not provide each other with a company with good cash flow. Otherwise, the plan to create a financial crisis will not be established." John Schwarzman shook his head.


    "Actually speaking, aol Time Warner is more suitable than Apple, but it''s too big, and Bruce can''t afford it!" Jolia Moyin smiled and shook her head.


    AOL Time Warner is well known for its troubled Nasdaq crisis. But its volume still has a market value of nearly 100 billion US dollars even after a series of crises. Even if they were willing to help, Bruce Guo couldn''t swallow such a big cake. Moreover, the other party may not be willing to swallow it.


    "Although the whole AOL Time Warner is not good, we can choose some businesses from them. For example, their loss-making b TV network and Warner Music, I believe Richard Parsons is willing to sell some assets to ease the dilemma of AOL Time Warner now! "Paul Turner said.


    "Bruce Guo is not a fool. If it''s all loss-making business, he may not want it. Also, how do we explain to him why we are so diligent in promoting these companies? You know, no one thinks that there are philanthropists on Wall Street!" Stephen Bryan shook his head.


    "Since it is difficult to select industrial companies, why don''t we start with the financial industry? Comparatively speaking, this industry is the most familiar to us. Even the healthiest financial companies are easily defeated by lies."


    Jolia Moyin''s words made everyone''s eyes light up. They all know that the capital industry is a game of ''confidence''. If a bank makes depositors lose faith, a run is enough to bankrupt the bank. A fund redemption can be enough to send a large fund company''s stock price tumbling and go bankrupt if a fund company loses client confidence.


    Citigroup, *****, Bank of America, and Merrill Lynch together hold at least a quarter of the capital in the United States. And has a strong industry influence, as well as political and media resources. Many times, all they need is a bearish report to send a major company''s stock price lower.


    Of course, the laws of the United States will limit such market manipulation and malicious slander by large companies. But the law is also flexible in many cases. There''s too much maneuverable space in between.


    "Our idea is good, but the financial company may not be what Bruce Guo wants!" Stephen Bryan gave everyone a head break and calmed down the people present.


    "I don''t think our discussions here will be fruitful. It''s better to start with the needs of the other party according to the actual situation. Anyway, the underwriting of Goldman Sachs'' abs bonds and the equity mortgage loan of Thorn Bird Publishing Company gave us enough time. to track and analyze the investment direction of the other party.��


    John Schwarzman''s words put a look of approval on everyone''s faces.


    "In that case, let''s start with Apple first!" Stephen Bryan nodded. Take Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi, plus Bank of America. 40% of Apple stock isn''t some hard number to put together. Even they now hold and own nearly half that amount of Apple stock!


    "Jeffrey, you, Enron, should also be prepared. Once we release enough good news, you must cooperate with us to boost Enron''s stock price!"


    Jeffrey Gilling nodded affirmatively to Stephen Bryan.


    "Rest assured, we have prepared a plan to deal with every situation."


    Everyone nodded in satisfaction. They''re sitting here today, not entirely for a ''hound project''. Another very important purpose is to use Enron''s stock to play an ancient capital "knock-and-knock" game! Of course, ''pair knock'' can also be called ''insider trading'' or ''zhuangzhuang''!


    In layman''s terms, several capital giants used inside information and control of public opinion to sell Enron''s stock back and forth between several arranged bookmakers through short selling and long selling, and from ignorant retail investors and small and medium investment institutions. Earn great spreads.


    There is no doubt that this kind of insider trading is illegal, and it is more difficult and dangerous to enforce in the United States, a country with relatively well-established financial laws. However, as Mr. Ma mentioned in "Das Kapital": the rope for hanging the capitalist was sold to us by himself.


    So, as long as there is enough money, the law does not exist. And America doesn''t have the death penalty. The giants who have powerful legal channels, even if there is an accident, they just hand over a few scapegoats and then lose some money. Then, Goldman Sachs remains Goldman Sachs, Morgan remains Morgan, and nothing will change!


    Later, after discussing the ''Hound Project'', the details of insider trading, and the future profit distribution plan, everyone left with their secretaries and bodyguards When John Schwartzman When returning to the headquarters of *****, a young man in a suit with a work card immediately greeted him.


    "Mr. Schwarzman, Mr. Parsons asked you to come to his office!"


    "I know, I''ll go right away!"


    After agreeing, handing the briefcase in his hand to the secretary and taking it back to his office, John Schwarzman took the elevator to the chairman and CEO office on the top floor. In this spacious and bright room overlooking Park Avenue and Central Park, Henry Parsons, who controls the entire world''s top financial empire, is working at his desk.


    Henry Parsons put down the pen in his hand when John Schwartzman, who had knocked on the door, approached. He smiled and pointed to the chair in front of his desk.


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    "Any results?"


    After taking a seat in the chair, John Schwarzman shook his head.


    "It''s still the same."


    "As expected. ... By the way, Tracy met Grant of the Schiff family this morning, and Oliver Baring of the British Baring family. They also want to participate in the ''Hound Project''."


    "The Schiffs and the Barings? How did they know about our plan?" John Schwarzman frowned.


    "The other party didn''t say it. But with the strength of the Schiff family, it wouldn''t be too difficult for them to really want to know. However, that''s not the point. The point is that the financial resources of the Baring and Schiff families can play a huge role in raising Enron''s stock price. The role." After a pause, Henry Parsons narrowed his eyes, "When necessary, the risk can also be passed on!"


    John Schwarzman''s eyes narrowed, "Henry, forget about the Balin family, the Schiff family is not easy to mess with!"


    "John, we are *****!"


    Looking at the proud and confident expression of his companion, John Schwarzman nodded slowly. As the masters of the most powerful financial empire in the United States, they do have such self-confidence.


    "However, why did the Schiff family and the Green family get involved in this matter? I don''t believe they''re just making money!"


    "I have asked Tracy to check, and I believe there will be results soon."


    John Schwarzman nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "Henry, I''m not too optimistic about the prospects of the Hound Project."


    "why?"


    "intuition."


    Glancing at him, Henry Parsons smiled and said, "John, I''m sure you''ve also read the Rand Manual, which has a very famous assertion: ''It seems that every outstanding leader follows this convention. : Once they have conquered a problem, they often lose interest in the success they have already achieved and choose the next bigger challenge. This is where they excel, but often they are the beginning of waterloo.'' Bruce Guo is obviously an outstanding leader who likes to challenge new topics. A year spanning five industries of finance, Internet, media, consumer electronics, and chips, and more than a dozen sub-industries, this is a crazy guy. But people like that often don''t have very good outcomes."


    "Maybe!" After a pause, "Henry, I think we have to be prepared in case the plan fails. After all, if Bruce Guo can persevere under such pressure, then his achievements in the future will be It''s amazing! Such a person is worthy of our attention."


    Henry Parsons thought for a moment and nodded.


    "Since you have confidence in him, it''s up to you to prepare this supplementary plan!"


    "Can!"


    "The Hound Project and the operation of Enron''s stock are just our phased plans for this year. The most important thing for us is the upcoming Chinese market!"


    "Huaxia''s application to join the WTO has been approved by the White House?" John Schwarzman''s eyes lit up. Of course he understands what that huge market across the Pacific means to *****.


    "Not yet. But I have reached a consensus with Chris Jordan, Walker Fairbank and other people in the financial and industrial circles, urging President Bush to agree to Huaxia''s market entry application!"


    Chris Jordan, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Bank of America. Wall Fairbank, chairman and CEO of Morgan Stanley, the top financial giant in the United States. It has a huge influence on American politics.


    "Maybe we should turn our attention to the ''Hound Dog Project'' to Huaxia. After all, the wealth contained here is huge and attractive!"


    "The huge Chinese market is of course unparalleled. However, admitting this huge country with amazing potential into the WTO is not something that can be solved in a day or two. Therefore, at this stage, the ''Hound Project'' and the manipulation of Enron''s stock price are still our priorities. ."


    After nodding clearly, John Schwarzman continued: "That''s right. Although we did not discuss any constructive results at the meeting at the Peabody Club today. However, some consensus was finally reached."


    "Oh?"


    "Apple, first satisfy Bruce Guo''s greed for Apple, and then start the next step according to his desire!"


    "It''s also a result. Since that''s the case, let''s do it!"


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    "...Boss, the number of sub-funds under Phoenix Fund has expanded to seven. In addition to the earliest established ''Phoenix Currency b'', ''Phoenix High-tech Industry Stocks'', and ''Phoenix Internet Mix'', there are also ''Phoenix S&P 500'' , ''Phoenix Nasdaq 100'', and ''Phoenix Industrial Debt''!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, index funds really have nothing to say. Basically, they are scheduled to invest in the top 500 companies in the S&P and the top 100 companies in the Nasdaq. The rise and fall of the fund fluctuates with the market, with little room for manipulation and relatively stable, suitable for the medium and long term. Therefore, the redemption and subscription fees of index funds are very low. Guo Shouyun doesn''t like this kind of fund that doesn''t make much money. However, if you want to be a fund company, you must have a reasonable fund portfolio. After all, many companies have capital preservation and low-risk parts in their asset management plans.


    "Not bad. Phoenix Fund was able to achieve $4.37 billion in assets and $12.67 million in net profit in 2000, thanks to you!"


    "The boss has won the prize. If it hadn''t been invested according to your instructions, I''m afraid Phoenix Fund would not have performed so well!"


    "Don''t be humble. I didn''t help you in tracking Ruihui Finance and gold futures!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    After William Zhang on the other side of the phone smiled, he suddenly remembered something and frowned.


    "Boss, when I was having dinner with my former colleague at ***** last week, I occasionally heard him ask about you."


    "What did he ask?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "It''s nothing, just ask me how I met you, and some personal comments. It''s not much, and it''s very common. But my friend is from the information management department of *****, so I have a gut feeling that it will be there. Something unusual."


    His words reminded Guo Shouyun of the strange conversation he had with Goldman Sachs some time ago.


    "Isn''t ***** talking to An Ran about a loan? It''s been three months now, and still haven''t taken it at all?"


    "No news has come out yet!"


    "What about Enron''s stock price?"


    "Currently trading at $55 per share!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned tightly, and deep thought appeared in his eyes. He suddenly felt that An Ran had been too quiet recently. Since the last phone call to warn, there has been neither a call nor any actual action against him. This obviously reveals a kind of weirdness.


    "Boss, I feel that there must be some kind of transaction between Enron and *****, and the purpose of this transaction is against us!"


    "I''m afraid it''s not just ***** and An Ran." Thinking of John Jamison''s hesitant expression when we met last time, and Stephen Bryan''s performance when he tried to sell Apple to himself, Guo Shouyun felt More guesswork. Of course, it also became a bit heavier.


    "Any other forces join?"


    "It''s not sure yet, but it looks like we have to prepare in advance!" Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes.


    "Need to sell Enron stock?"


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun shook his head, "For now, don''t panic."


    "But in case...!"


    "Don''t worry, William. Even if they plan to do it, it''s definitely not now! We still have enough time to prepare."


    Listening to his affirmative tone, William Zhang nodded, "Then what do you need me to do?"


    "You don''t need to do anything. Just run the Phoenix Fund step by step and you''re done!"


    After explaining that William Zhang hung up the phone, Guo Shouyun sat on the chair with a change in expression on his face. He picked up the phone several times and tried to call John Jamison to ask about the situation, but caution prevented him from doing so. However, after thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun still picked up the phone. But not John Jamison, but Stan O''Neill, the CEO of Merrill Lynch!


    Not long after, a slightly hoarse and generous voice came through the phone.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s rare to receive your call!"


    "Mr. O''Neill is busy with other affairs. If it''s not an urgent matter, I won''t take the initiative to disturb you!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "What''s important? So it''s good news this time?"


    "Good news of course. You know that LinkedIn''s Series A round is about to start, and I''d love to see Merrill''s name on the investment list!"


    "I believe this is the most correct decision made by Mr. Guo. We Merrill Lynch are definitely the most sincere collaborators of LinkedIn. However, we at Merrill Lynch are also very interested in Mr. Guo''s second batch of abs securities."


    "I''m sorry, Mr. O''Neill. I promised a friend of Goldman Sachs a long time ago because of this abs securities. But when I wait for the third deal, I''m willing to work with Merrill again!"


    "Although I am very sorry, I would like to express my gratitude on behalf of Merrill Lynch for getting such a promise from Mr. Guo!"


    "You''re welcome! ... By the way I take the liberty to ask. Will you attend President Bush''s inaugural speech next Tuesday?"


    "Of course, that''s a four-year event in the United States. And I also got an invitation from President Bush!"


    "That''s great. I hope to meet Mr. O''Neal in Washington. There are some things that are inconvenient to say on the phone, and I want to exchange opinions with Your Excellency!"


    Stan O''Neill was stunned for a moment, and then quickly said, "Of course there is no problem. I have long hoped to meet Mr. Guo for a long time."


    "I will send the exact time and place to your mobile phone. In addition, I hope you can keep it as secret as possible when you come!"


    "I''m getting more and more sexual with this meeting!"


    "I promise, this cooperation with Merrill Lynch and the benefits that Merrill Lynch can get will be beyond your imagination!"


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    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun sat in the study with a silent expression and deep thought in his eyes. It took nearly an hour to analyze my weaknesses. Tax evasion certainly does not exist, because the US tax is calculated on a yearly basis, which means that the tax in 2000 only needs to be paid before April 12. So, even if Morgan and Enron were going to deal with him, they wouldn''t expect him to evade taxes in the future.


    Tax issues aside, he didn''t break the law either, which doesn''t work either. Framed and framed? It was possible, but he didn''t believe Morgan would resort to such low-level tactics. After all, this kind of thing is too uncertain. Of course it can''t be avoided.


    Then there is the real business confrontation, which is the most likely way. You can see it in Stephen Bryan''s efforts to sell him Apple.


    Also, people are like a business, trying to put a person out of business or a business out of business. The best way is to lengthen his capital chain, increase financial risks, and then create accidental events and amplify its influence, causing users to have a crisis of trust, cutting off the capital chain of enterprises or individuals, and bankruptcy has become an inevitable thing.


    After analyzing this, although Enron and Morgan''s specific strategies are still unknown, Guo Shouyun has basically thought of a way to deal with it. To ensure that the capital chain is healthy enough, he can be invincible.


    "No, this is too conservative! It''s rare for them to take the initiative to deliver it to the door. This time I want them to ''steal chickens without losing rice''!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun took out his mobile phone, found Zhang Lei''s number and dialed it.


    "boss!"


    "Old Zhang, help me find six traders and keep it a secret."


    Zhang Lei on the other end of the phone was stunned for a moment, Guo Shouyun''s request was beyond his expectations. But out of professionalism, he quickly agreed.


    "How long do I have to prepare?"


    "15 days!"


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun said.


    "Understood, I will finish it as soon as possible."


    "I have always admired and trusted your execution ability!" After a pause, "Is there any result of Jianlibao''s investigation?"


    "There is a result. Boss, your vision is really great. Jianlibao with property rights disputes is definitely an underestimated gold mine. If the operation is good, we can earn at least 2 billion Huaxia coins from it!" Zhang Lei''s tone Excited.


    "Don''t be too happy. There are many people staring at this piece of fat. It''s not too late to get excited after eating it."


    "clear!"


    "In addition, it is also a difficult problem to manage how to buy a company, especially in the special business environment of Huaxia. Therefore, you must do enough homework before buying. Otherwise, you will not be able to make much money even if you operate and go public. It also smashed the signboard of our Hanhua Capital."


    "You can rest assured that I will make a detailed investigation on Jianlibao''s management structure, personnel situation, finance and market before proceeding with the acquisition."


    "You''re good to know!"


    "By the way, boss. The ''Li Ning Company'' you asked me to pay attention to has nothing to do with Jianlibao Group?"


    "It doesn''t matter? Why?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "As early as 1994 to 1996, Li Ning Company had used 16 million yuan to redeem all the company''s shares from Jianlibao, and now it has been renamed ''Li Ning Sporting Goods Company'', and the company''s headquarters has also moved from Sanshui to Beijing! "


    "It''s a pity!" Guo Shouyun thought.


    Regarding the entanglement between Jianlibao and Li Ning Company, he read a press release before his rebirth, and his memory has long been blurred, so many details have been forgotten.


    "Since this is the case, you don''t have to worry about Li Ning. Focus all the attention and resources of the company''s pe business on Jianlibao Group."


    Although the strength of Hanhua is not weak in China now, the pe business has just picked up. At this time, the most suitable development strategy is to focus resources on one point, and Jianlibao is the most suitable. As for Li Ning, excellence is excellence, but now there are too many excellent companies in China. Like the United States, he sees opportunities to make money almost everywhere. But the experience of the past year has made him understand that although excessive distraction can make money, focusing on one industry can lead to greater achievements.


    Therefore, he has decided that his main energy for the next 5 to 10 years will be on the Internet, entertainment media and finance, and the rest will focus on investment. For example, Ruby Technology, which is engaged in the semiconductor industry, Guo Shouyun has already planned to sell.


    Of course, selling is selling, how to sell? Who do you sell to? When will it be sold? He needs to think carefully about it.


    "Understood. However, the funds raised by our private equity fund are less than 5 million US dollars. I am afraid it will be difficult to meet the 40 million US dollars required for the acquisition of Jianlibao!"


    "What if it''s the MPO method?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    MPO, also known as management buyout, is a very common financing method in corporate mergers and acquisitions.


    "The relationship between the Sanshui city government and Jianlibao''s management, especially Li Jingwei, is very tense. If we use mpo, I am afraid it will be unfavorable for us in the negotiation."


    Guo Shouyun frowned, he somewhat knew the way some officials in China were doing now. Moreover, in the last life, after Jianlibao was sold, Li Jingwei sighed in the sky and sighed with tears. The photos of the old tears have become almost all news media and financial writers when describing the chaotic, disorderly, and even dark era of the 1980s and 1990s. A sad mark that is bound to be used.


    To be honest, he still had some sympathy for this man. After all, if it weren''t for the constraints of the system and the general environment, Jianlibao, which has survived the 1980s and 1990s and has been operating steadily under Li Jingwei''s hands, definitely has the potential to become a leader in the beverage market.


    Moreover, Guo Shouyun is a person who believes in the concept that "entrepreneurs are the most suitable spiritual leaders of enterprises". Therefore, he felt that if he acquired Jianlibao Group, he would have to bring back Li Jingwei, a fossil-level figure in the Chinese corporate world.


    "Then give up mpo, I will solve some of the funds for the acquisition of Jianlibao Group for you, and you will find a bank loan for the rest."


    "Yes!"


    "In addition, you should contact Li Jingwei privately and tell him our business strategy for Jianlibao. And you must make it clear to him that if our acquisition is successful, after the company goes public, he will be allowed to gradually acquire the management of Jianlibao as the management of Jianlibao. Jianlibao shares.��


    "clear!"


    "Also, I already told you when I was in London last time. Public is public, private is private. This time, the shares of Jianlibao I bought with you money belong to me, and the management right belongs to Hanhua Trust. "


    "As it should be!"


    After the latter two exchanged an overview of the recent development of Hanhua, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    Looking at the time, he stood up and stretched, then turned around and opened the door and walked out. Back in the room, changed into loose clothes and went downstairs.


    "boss!"


    Wendy, who was instructing the housemaid to clean the room, saw Guo Shouyun walking down, and immediately greeted him.


    "I''m going to exercise for a while. Also, I don''t have to prepare dinner for me!"


    Wendy, who understood the reason, nodded, "Boss, Mr. Jeff Bezos called just now. He is going to San Francisco on business next Wednesday. I hope to see you then."


    "Oh?" After Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, a smile of anticipation appeared on his face, "It seems that the last time has come to an end."


    "Understood, remember to notify me when the time comes."


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, what''s going on with Matthew and Pires now?"


    "They have recruited 40 people in Nepal and are going to Germany next week."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Looks like it''s time to find a suitable training ground for them!" After thinking for a while, "Wendy, pay attention to the island business in the Caribbean for me, pick a few bigger ones with fresh water. Give me the island information!"


    "Yes!"


    With unregulated islands, he doesn''t need to worry about the US constitution when he trains this group of people as special forces. Guns, artillery, infantry fighting vehicles and tanks, you can play casually. At that time, he will be able to enjoy himself.


    After explaining Wendy, Guo Shouyun followed the elevator to the basement. This is where the bodyguards usually train. There is a shooting range, a gym and a fighting ring. Although the place is not too big, it has all the internal organs.


    Guo Shouyun basically exercises here for an hour every two days.


    "Boss!...boss!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun coming over, the bodyguards who were exercising stopped one after another to greet him. Greeted with a smile, and ran on the treadmill next to him for 15 minutes. After a simple stretch, Guo Shouyun put on gloves and protective gear.


    "Bass, come here!"


    The black strong man who was named had a somewhat helpless face. Looking at the gloating eyes of his companions around him, Bass Phillips trotted to Guo Shouyun.


    "boss!"


    "Today you are my sparring partner!"


    He can see the emotions of the bodyguards around him, but who made him the boss, he can''t do it if he doesn''t want to.


    "Yes!"


    After Bass changed his protective gear, the two stepped onto the ring together.


    Guo Shouyun''s height is 187 centimeters, and after putting on his shoes, he is close to 1.9 meters and looks a little taller than Bass. But judging from his stature, Bass, who looks incomparably mighty, is a bit thinner than his muscles. But even so, Bass will not underestimate the young boss in front of him because of this, after all, the previous lessons have been profound enough.


    "Alright? I''m going to start!"


    Guo Shouyun reminded.


    "All right!"


    Bass nodded cautiously.


    As soon as he finished speaking, Guo Shouyun had already stepped forward, looking at the loophole between Bass''s fists, and a sharp jab ''huh'' hit him.


    "boom!"


    Although the free combat of Buzz Phillips, who was born in the SEAL, is not top-notch, he is not ordinary. He quickly put his arms together and blocked Guo Shouyun''s fist. However, the huge power from above made him involuntarily take a few steps back.


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    Guo Shouyun has been the main force of the school basketball team for nearly ten years in junior high school, high school and university. And to be able to win the start among a group of strong blacks and whites, in addition to a shrewd mind, strength, physical strength, explosiveness and flexibility will naturally not be weak.


    Therefore, Guo Shouyun, who was beaten miserably in the UK last year, was determined to pick up the foundation of free fighting in middle school. Under the guidance of Matthew, after nearly a year of training, he soon became a master in free boxing.


    Guo Shouyun''s strength was unforgiving. After Bass stepped back, he stepped forward instantly, and his thick thighs kicked towards the opponent''s knees like lightning.


    Seeing that he couldn''t dodge in time, Bass quickly twisted his right leg and avoided the key point. The lunge took the heavy kick. Although he didn''t fall, he also lost the stability of the lower plate, so when Guo Shouyun''s swinging punch came over, he fell directly on the side rope beside him. If it wasn''t for this rope blocking, he would have really gone underground.


    "Boss, I admit defeat!"


    Bass said quickly.


    Guo Shouyun frowned, "No, at least play a game with me!"


    "You better spare me."


    Bass shook his fist and said nothing.


    Seeing his firm tone, Guo Shouyun turned his head to look aside. Noticing the look in his eyes, the crowd who had been watching the excitement around the ring just now ran away with a hula. I am afraid that the next unlucky person will be myself.


    Seeing their performance, Guo Shouyun was somewhat at a loss to laugh or cry. Of course, he also knew in his heart that defeating these people did not mean that his fighting level was really unimaginable. After all, although there is combat training in the Marine Corps, their most powerful weapon is the gun in their hand. Fighting training is only a supplement, and the strength of combat literacy is the standard to measure whether a soldier is excellent.


    "It seems that it is necessary to find another full-time sparring partner!" At this time, he couldn''t help thinking of Hua Lei who was still in the capital. The last time I called, it said that I could be discharged in three months. After a few months of stability, you can come to the United States around May or June. At that time, he had another person he could trust. However, Guo Shouyun couldn''t wait for half a year. Playing sandbags every day is not as enjoyable as actual combat. Of course today he must be in the company of sandbags.


    After half an hour, I was sweating, and after running for a while, I exercised my physical strength, and then left the basement and went back to the upstairs room to take a shower.


    After changing into a suit, he went downstairs and explained to Wendy. Guo Shouyun brought a bodyguard to be his driver and left Guo''s Manor.


    Dolores in San Mateo County is the most famous top luxury residential area in the southwestern part of the San Francisco Bay Area, as famous as Atherton, where Guo Shouyun lives. The status of the two is similar to that of Mid-levels and Repulse Bay in Hong Kong.


    Among all the mansions in Dolor, Hillsborough, a century-old English-style classical building, covers an area of ??11.4 acres, backed by the Twin Peaks Mountains, overlooking the Sith Valley, as well as the beautiful San Francisco Bay and the bustling Silicon Valley. The manor is the top villa in the entire Dolor area.


    Of course, it doesn''t come cheap either, a million dollars. Guo Shouyun bought it after paying a 20% down payment. However, the estate was not bought for real estate investment, but to decorate it as a private clubhouse for entertaining guests.


    After all, although Guo''s Manor is large, it is his own home. Homes are best quiet and private. And he doesn''t like too many people hustle and bustle in his home. But when he entertains friends and holds banquets, there is always a place. Therefore, buying another villa has become the most realistic choice.


    But even so, he did not intend to charge membership fees like many private clubs. Just wanted to use this as a social place for my own feasts. Of course, friends can also borrow it when necessary.


    In addition, the name Hills is too unlucky, so after he bought the manor, he renamed it ''Hanshan Courtyard''. Adding up his two lifetimes, Guo Shouyun, who has been regarded as a literary old and middle-aged person, prefers the name of "Wen Qing".


    When Guo Shouyun''s car passed the inspection of the doorman and drove in, a middle-aged man in a black suit with a red bow tie around his neck greeted him respectfully.


    "gentlemen!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Although he had not been in contact with this specially hired housekeeper for a long time, at least he was very satisfied with the performance of the other party.


    "George, are you ready?"


    "It''s all ready according to Mr.''s instructions. In addition, Mr. Wallace and Mr. Cheng Tinghua have arrived ahead of schedule."


    "Oh? Is there anyone else besides them?"


    George Fields shook his head.


    "Where are they now?"


    "in living room!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, strode into the villa, and George Fields followed suit.


    As a place for Guo Shouyun to entertain guests, Hanshan Villa is naturally luxuriously decorated. In the living room of more than 150 square meters. Exquisite sculptures, oil paintings, porcelain and other decorations are displayed. Although none of them are too valuable, they are all excellent works.


    "Bruce?"


    Hearing the footsteps, he turned to look at Guo Shouyun, who strode in. Cheng Tinghua and Jason Wallace, who were sitting on the sofa chatting, quickly got up and greeted him.


    "The two of you are very positive, earlier than my master!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile after simply hugging the two of them.


    "It''s rare that you initiate a party, of course we have to arrive early." Jason Wallace laughed.


    Cheng Tinghua nodded, then took out a beautifully packaged box from his pocket and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    "Bruce, happy new year."


    "A gift? I haven''t received it for years!"


    "A Montblanc pen, I hope you like it!" Cheng Tinghua nodded and smiled.


    "thanks!"


    "Isn''t your Chinese tradition of giving red envelopes during the Spring Festival? When did it become a gift?" For this gathering, Jason Wallace specifically asked someone to ask about some popular Chinese New Year traditions.


    Looking at the red envelopes in his hands, Guo Shouyun smiled and took out two from his trousers pocket, and handed them over to each of them.


    "Jerry is ingenious. Our Chinese Spring Festival tradition is indeed to send red envelopes!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "Huh, I thought I was going to make a fool of myself!" Jason Wallace, who pretended to be relieved, laughed.


    The three exchanged gifts, and when they were about to continue to find a topic to chat, there were slightly messy footsteps at the door again.


    The three turned around in unison, and soon Keith Breschlaud appeared in front of them. But beside him was a young woman wearing a red coat with a capable temperament.


    "Bruce, happy new year!"


    "Thank you! This is...?"


    "Paris Chianni, my fianc��e!"


    Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank, and now he is no longer the stunned young man who knew nothing when he was reborn. After nearly a year of hard work, I have learned more about some wealthy families in the political and business circles of the United States, especially the wealthy families in California. Although the Chianni family is not as good as the Rockefeller, Morgan, Roosevelt and other top families, but it is also first-class in California.


    At the helm of the current family, Gross Chianni is a director of Bank of America and Lockheed Martin. In the United States, especially in California, the political and business circles have a very large influence.


    "Nice to meet you, Ms. Chianni!"


    "Thank you! I''ve heard of Mr. Guo''s name for a long time, and it''s a great honor to see you here today!"


    Paris Chiani smiled and shook hands with Guo Shouyun. Although her family affairs are extraordinary, she, who has been strictly educated since childhood, does not have the slightest frivolity on her face, but instead reveals a polite and aristocratic temperament.


    After the two greeted, Keith Breschlaud looked at it and smiled: "I didn''t expect you two to come so early!"


    "It''s rare to receive a party invitation from Bruce, of course, come early!" Jason Wallace laughed.


    "Case, why haven''t I heard you mention that you have such a beautiful fiancee by your side!"


    After greeting Paris Chianni, Cheng Tinghua asked with a smile.


    "Paris is not a member of the Kratos Brotherhood, and you have a short time to join, of course you don''t know!"


    "I see!"


    "Okay, let''s sit down and talk! I have prepared a lot of drinks for you today." Guo Shouyun suggested.


    "I''m looking forward to it, but I''m afraid I won''t be able to drink it for a while!" Cheng Tinghua laughed.


    Following his gaze, Guo Shouyun also noticed Chen Huidi, Qiu Hongying, and Qin Xiao who were walking in together.


    "Old Qin, it seems that we are not too early!"


    Noticing the situation in the living room, Qin Xiao froze for a moment and then smiled.


    "If it wasn''t for waiting for you, Hongying and I would have arrived long ago!"


    With that said, Chen Hui took two steps forward and stretched out her right hand towards Guo Shouyun, "Bruce, Happy New Year!"


    "Happy New Year!"


    As soon as the two of them shook hands, they saw him spread his right hand evenly, with a sly smile on Chubby''s face, "Bring the red envelope!"


    Facing this fat man who could not be disgusted in life, Guo Shouyun smiled, took out the red envelope he had prepared long ago from his pocket, and put it in his hand. Then they were distributed one by one to Qin Xiao and Qiu Hongying, as well as Paris Kianni and Keith Breschlaud in front. There wasn''t much money in the red envelope, just a cash check for $10,000. However, the red envelope is originally a gift, so naturally you don��t need to put too much money.


    "You are such a shame!"


    As a girlfriend, Qiu Hongying whispered in Chen Huidi''s ear angrily. Then, he quickly stepped forward and handed the prepared red envelope from Kun Bao to Guo Shouyun.


    This festive New Year''s custom also quickly increased the joyful atmosphere in the villa. Let Qiu Hongying, Qin Xiao and Chen Huidi, who are unfamiliar with each other, quickly get to know Case, Paris and Jason Wallace.


    Later, Walter Henderson, Paul Denelson, and some members of the Kratos Brotherhood came one after another. Wang Guozhen, Du Hongchuan and Yao Qianqian, who had met at Cheng Tinghua''s villa last time, also brought their familiar friends to the scene. Soon the huge living room became bustling.


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    Seeing that people were almost here, and it was getting late, Guo Shouyun finished chatting with Qin Xiao, walked to the center of the living room, looked around at everyone, and said loudly, "Everyone, please be quiet!"


    As the protagonist of today''s banquet, Guo Shouyun''s every move attracted attention. So after he spoke, the 17 people who were present today stopped talking tacitly.


    "First of all, I''m very glad that everyone came to today''s New Year''s banquet. I''m also very honored to meet more new friends! In addition, I believe that everyone must have known the purpose of this banquet more or less before coming here: to invest and realize their own wealth. increase."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun continued with a smile, looking at the interested or exploratory expressions on everyone''s faces: "I am very willing to help you in this regard. So, if you have any questions about investment in the audience today, you can come up with them. mutual communication!"


    Everyone''s eyes flickered, obviously they had their own plans in their hearts.


    "Mr. Guo, can I ask about your asset allocation plan?"


    A black youth in a suit was the first to speak.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him, he was not familiar with this man named George Steele. See you for the first time today. But since the other party is a member of the ''Kratos Brotherhood'', it is obviously not an ordinary person.


    "My asset allocation plan is not suitable for everyone present!" Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly.


    "why?"


    "Because 70% of my funds are invested in entrepreneurship, and the remaining 25% are placed in a private equity fund founded by myself! 4% are placed in the currency fund of my own company, and only 1% Keep the cash for your own use. Obviously, this is not a sound asset allocation plan. He is suitable for ''crazy people'' and ''gamblers'' like me, not for everyone who wants to preserve and increase value!"


    George Steele glanced at Guo Shouyun in amazement, "Mr. Guo, no one has ever used ''madman'' and ''gambler'' when evaluating himself!"


    "I prefer a quote from Andy Grove: only the paranoid survive. So lunatics and gamblers are not derogatory terms for me. They are more of a vigilance."


    "Mr. Guo''s words are really surprising. However, most of the people I am present are interested in entrepreneurship. The LinkedIn and Matrix that Mr. Guo founded are all highly sought after emerging companies in their respective fields. So, in terms of entrepreneurship, you can Would you like to share your experience with everyone here?" Paris Chianni suddenly said.


    After taking a look at this capable young woman, Guo Shouyun nodded, "I am very happy to share some of my experience with you. However, starting a business is not easy. So if you want to get rewards in the short term, it is best to go Invest in some solid index funds, money funds and pure debt funds. If you are willing to spend three to five years, then I suggest you invest in real estate and related fields. If you are willing to spend ten years, you can try the Internet. But I don''t recommend the Internet very much, because most people probably burn hundreds of millions of dollars and then find that they get nothing. By contrast, industrial investment can at least get some physical assets."


    "In that case, why did Mr. Guo invest in the Internet instead of real estate?"


    He glanced at her lightly, "Because I am optimistic about the long-term development of the Internet, and I am willing to take greater risks. If everyone present has the same mentality as me, you can also try it."


    After everyone looked at each other, they didn''t speak. The lessons of the Nasdaq crisis that have just passed nearly a year are too tragic. They are rich, and they are reluctant to take such a big risk with their family backed. This also corresponds to the saying "the barefoot is not afraid of wearing shoes".


    Throughout the world''s Internet giants, they are basically from ordinary families with no background. Such people have a stronger desire to change their own condition, so they are more able to endure suffering and pain.


    "Can Mr. Guo talk about the two stocks Apple and Microsoft?"


    "Apple and Microsoft!"


    Guo Shouyun moved in his heart, looking at Paul Denilsen, who had a curious expression on his face, a gleam of light flashed in his eyes, and after thinking for a moment in silence, he said, "I''m optimistic about the long-term relationship between the two, and I don''t recommend a short-term relationship!"


    "why?"


    "intuition!"


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "Bruce, you know you can''t convince people like this!" Paul Denilson, whose expression was stagnant, spread his hands helplessly.


    "Paul, today is a discussion with everyone, not my own investment analysis. And you are not my clients. So, I don''t need to convince you. Besides, I am indeed intuition." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Bruce, we don''t have your amazing talent in business and investment. But if we hand over the funds that are usually idle to you, can you guarantee their continuous and stable growth?" Cheng Tinghua said suddenly.


    "No one can guarantee that their investment will be 100% safe and growing, and neither can Buffett or Don Valentine. However, I can assure you that if the compound annual growth rate of the funds you hand me is less than 15%, Then I don''t charge any fees including subscription fees and custody fees!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    After listening to it, everyone quickly began to discuss that the compound growth rate of 15% was not top-notch, but it was already very high. More importantly, below this value, no charge is also a big temptation.


    "Bruce, what do you mean when you say the funds are handed over to you to manage...?" Qin Xiao asked.


    "I own a Leiting private equity fund, mainly for hedging transactions. I believe that many of you should know its name!" Guo Shouyun said flatly.


    He has been shorting Enron''s stock for almost half a year. With the advanced level of modern information, how could it not be reported?


    "Bruce, is there any chance of a correction in Enron''s stock price?" Keith Breschlaud asked.


    "Have!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Then why don''t you lighten up your positions?" Keith Breschlaud froze for a moment and then said.


    "Because I think its stock price still has room to fall." After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked at the other party with deep eyes, "Case, are you also interested in Enron?"


    "I''m interested. But I''m not as bold as you!" Keith Breschlaud shook his head.


    "Bruce, what is the charging standard of your Thunder Private Equity Fund?" Chen Hui asked.


    "Like other hedge funds, it charges according to performance. However, when the profit from a year''s trading exceeds 1 times the principal, the Thunder Fund will receive 40% of the profit as a share."


    According to the standard of up to 20% of ordinary private equity, Guo Shouyun''s conditions are indeed a bit high. However, compared with the doubled profit growth in one year, it is worth the 40% share. Moreover, the charging standards of world-renowned hedge funds such as Bridgewater United Fund, Aqr, Deshao, and Renaissance Technology are not lower than Guo Shouyun''s Thunder Fund.


    "Do you want to vote?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "I have no talent in investment, but I believe in you." Chen Hui nodded and said.


    "It''s great to have your trust. But our Thunder Fund''s minimum fee is $500,000. We won''t accept anything lower than that!"


    "It doesn''t matter, I can still get half a million dollars!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and looked around at everyone, "Everyone, after chatting for so long, I believe everyone is a little hungry. I have prepared dinner for you in the restaurant on the second floor, please come with me!"


    He didn''t go out of his way to promote his Thunder Fund, even though that was the purpose of tonight''s banquet. Because Guo Shouyun is very clear, according to the explanation of psychology, the more you sell something, the more suspicious it will be, and the instinct will be resistance and defense. But if you don��t care very much, and at the same time introduce the advantages of the product clearly, then you can attract more customers by virtue of its attractiveness.


    Sure enough, everything was as Guo Shouyun expected. When eating on the second floor, more and more people came to him to learn about the Thunder Fund. By the end of the dinner, he had raised $16.5 million. Although not too much, it is a good start.


    Because he knows very well that these people have their own families behind them. When his Thunder Private Fund earned more and more, and often doubled, the wealthy aristocrats would naturally invest huge sums in him.


    After the dinner was over, and after sending everyone out of the house one by one, Guo Shouyun took out his mobile phone from his pocket, found Chen Huidi''s number and dialed it.


    "Bruce!"


    "Thank you just now!"


    "Hehe, what a trivial idea! However, $500,000 is my wife''s book, so don''t lose any money. Otherwise, Hong Ying will have to kill me!"


    "Don''t worry, I promise to double the money by the end of the year!"


    "real?"


    "Let''s wait and see!" Guo Shouyun said to himself.


    "Hey, then I can put all my hope on you!"


    After a few simple exchanges, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. Then I called Qin Xiao and Cheng Tinghua again. The three of them are the ''trust'' he prepared in advance. Looking at it now, they did a really good job.


    "Lingling...!"


    The phone that had just hung up soon rang again.


    Picking it up and looking at the caller ID, Guo Shouyun quickly pressed the answer button.


    "Buddy, is something wrong?"


    "Boss The negotiation with Colombia has come to an end!"


    Guo Shouyun was shocked, "Oh? Did they agree?"


    "No. But they are willing to exchange half of the copyright of "Spider-Man" for half of the copyright of "The Da Vinci Code" in the owner''s hands. The two sides cooperate to develop!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned slightly, this result was within his expectations. But it''s always a pity not to get all the rights to "Spider-Man".


    "Talk to the people in Colombia again. If you can buy it with money, I will give you a license of 10 million US dollars. If they still don''t sell it, then according to the previous agreement, the two sides will jointly develop it!"


    "Yes!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun let out a sigh of relief. Looking at the dark night outside, he did not return to Guo''s Manor. In the next few days, he was here waiting for Jeff Bezos to arrive.


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    When Guo Shouyun called Buddy Morris, Keith Breschlaud and Paul Denilson, who had left the Hanshan Courtyard, were also talking about the party that ended earlier.


    "Unfortunately, I didn''t ask much useful information this time!" Paul Denilson sighed slightly.


    After looking at him, Keith Breschlaud said, "Paul, you should really invest some money in the Thunder Fund."


    "Put money?" After looking at him, Paul Denelson shook his head, "I''m not like you, I still have confidence in him in the face of the joint strangulation of Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America and Enron. ... However, say Two million dollars isn''t a small amount to be honest. Paris, do you care?"


    Paris Kianni, who was sitting in the co-pilot, did not look back, "I also support Case''s decision, and I also think that a talented Bruce Guo with stable cash flow is not so easy to be defeated. ."


    "Okay, you husband and wife are of the same mind. But how will we explain when we go back? We''re still waiting over there!" Paul Denelson said with deep meaning.


    "Let''s be honest. We''re just responsible for providing them with some information anyway. However, I think Bruce was a little alert when you mentioned Enron, and it seems that he also realized some kind of danger!" Keith Bray Schroeder frowned.


    "I feel this way too." Paul Denilson nodded, and after a moment of silence, "It seems that this contest between the two sides is interesting!"


    "I think you still think about how to make up for your relationship with Bruce Guo. If I guessed correctly, he has already put you out of the inner circle!" Paris Chianne said.


    "Maybe I should invest some money in his private equity fund!" Paul Denilson said, resting his chin in his left hand.


    Glancing at him, Keith Breschlaud said nothing. He understood the character of this friend, and what he said just now was just talking. However, how to strengthen the relationship with Bruce Guo is something worth considering. Because in the past six months, under the guidance of the other party, he invested in bonds, real estate, and even invested in several stocks that performed well. Such a big money lord can never be offended.


    This is also the reason why, at the banquet, as an executive of Bank of America, he was secretly explained from the top, but he did not mention the word "Enron" at the previous banquet.


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    "Boss, this is the information about Enron Corporation collected from Argentina!"


    He took the thick document that Wendy handed over and put it in front of him. Since the day he decided to short Enron, he has been collecting information about it. Over the past six months, it has spent tens of millions of dollars, and has collected more than 17,000 pieces of information about Enron from all over the world, with nearly one million words. And it has not stopped until now, because Enron''s business activities have continued.


    Now, for Enron''s understanding. Guo Shouyun is definitely no less than Jeffrey Gilling, Kenneth Lee, these Enron decision-makers. Along with this, he has a very in-depth understanding of energy, electricity, oil and other industries. This is also an unexpected gain.


    "It is said that the one who knows oneself best is always the enemy. Now, this sentence still makes sense!"


    Shaking his head slightly, after eliminating the distracting thoughts in his mind, "it''s almost time, you go to the airport to pick up Jeff Bezos on my behalf!"


    "Yes!"


    Wendy nodded, turned and walked out.


    "Oh, by the way, the island information you asked me to collect, I have sent it to your mailbox, you can take a look!"


    "understood!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and turned on his computer.


    To him, private island owner is obviously a seductive word. Moreover, with sufficient financial resources, Guo Shouyun is even more interested in private islands in the Caribbean Sea.


    However, considering their actual needs for this island, many private islands are well built, but they are excluded because of their small size.


    "Cave Island? It''s quite suitable!"


    Soon Guo Shouyun found an island that he liked. This 100-hectare island in the Bahamas has not only fresh water, but also houses left by the islanders who lived on the island before, as well as a 2,800-foot airstrip, a 35-way slide. A boat dock, plus an unrivaled white sand beach. And the 220-acre area also leaves plenty of room for renovation. It can not only be developed as a small military base, but also can take into account the needs of your own vacation, killing two birds with one stone.


    However, seeing the price marked on the back of the island made him retreat.


    80 million US dollars! Although it is not known whether the other party will accept the down payment, even if it is accepted, 20% will be 16 million. The island is not real estate in the United States. With so much money there, whether it can appreciate in the future is a question. More importantly, under the strong pressure of Enron and ****, and possibly Goldman Sachs, now he does not dare to spend every cent of the funds in his hands.


    With hesitation, Guo Shouyun read the following information. But apart from this cave island, there is basically nothing very suitable. Most of the islands that are sold are not very large.


    "Do you have to buy it?"


    Just thinking about it, Guo Shouyun found a folder named ''Islands in other areas'' at the end of the data.


    I opened my heart curiously, and more island information popped up inside. There are in Europe, North America, and the Pacific Ocean. Obviously, this is the alternative that Wendy has selected for him.


    This is also the reason why he likes Wendy. In addition to being beautiful and having good knowledge''s solid and rigorous work attitude, he has always been satisfied and relieved.


    Not long after reading the new material, two new islands caught his attention.


    Mako Island, Fiji, is an island of 21.9 million hectares. The concept of 21.9 million hectares is that it is the size of an ordinary county in China. With such a huge site, Guo Shouyun''s tossing is enough. However, the island has not been developed except for a small airport and a few houses. So the price is not higher than 15 million US dollars.


    Serravor Island in the Gulf of California, Mexico, this area is relatively small, only 60 square miles, equivalent to about 1,500 hectares. But it is closer to the United States. But after seeing the price tag on the back, Guo Shouyun quickly focused his attention on Magao Island.


    Seravor Island, which is basically in its pristine state, costs $300 million? Although it is possible to negotiate the price later, Guo Shouyun does not want to be slaughtered.


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    "If there is really no suitable one, you can only buy it first!"


    Although Ma Gao Island is too far from the United States, it is not a difficult problem to solve when there are planes. And being farther from the continental U.S. has the added benefit of being less likely to be monitored.


    After a comprehensive consideration, the price plus the area that he values ??most basically determines the ''Ma Gao Island'' as his first goal of purchasing a private island.


    However, the name Ma Gao Island is really not very pleasant. Guo Shouyun once again gave full play to his literary qualities and changed this island, which is very important to him in the future, to ''Yulin Island''!


    The ancient Chinese emperors called the army that defended their safety the "Yulin Army". Guo Shouyun never thought of being a "earth emperor" here, but he also cultivated the personal guards who he trusted the most to protect his safety. The purpose of both is the same.


    After tasting his name, Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction. Just then, the sound of a car honking came from outside.


    After looking at the time, "Looks like Wendy has brought people back. Jeff, what choice did you make?"


    "Dong dong...!"


    "Come in!"


    "Sir, Miss Wendy has brought the guest back."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said, "George, you go and ask the kitchen to prepare lunch. The taste is as I said before!"


    George Fields nodded, turned and walked out.


    Looking at his back, Guo Shouyun showed a hint of satisfaction on his face. Personal butlers trained by professional institutions, if nothing else, are absolutely professional enough in taking care of the family.


    After arranging the documents on the table and putting them in the safe next to him, Guo Shouyun put on his coat, tidied up in the mirror, and turned around and went downstairs.


    As soon as he came down the stairs on the second floor, he saw Jeff Bezos walking in with a young man who should be a secretary and a sturdy black bodyguard.


    "Jeff!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun coming up with open arms, Jeff Bezos walked forward with a smile and hugged him.


    "Bruce, I haven''t seen you for a while, you have become more stable and richer than before!"


    "People are always growing. As for being rich. Jeff, you are much richer than I am!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun turned around halfway, "Come on, sit down and talk. Besides, this time I am entertaining you. A hearty lunch has been prepared, so be sure to stay with me for lunch later!"


    "Even if I don''t say it, I will take the initiative to ask for it."


    Talking and laughing, the two sat down on the sofa next to them. When George Fields brought the coffee with his servant, and they both took a sip, "Jeff, what kind of work did you make a special trip to San Francisco for?"


    "Of course it was for the last time. The delay was a bit long, so I had to visit you in person to show my sincerity." Jeff Bezos smiled.


    "It''s my honor to have you take this seriously!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun stared at the bald man opposite, "So there is a result?"


    "Um!"


    "Hope you can tell me an exciting answer!"


    "I also hope that it is an answer that can satisfy you. But no matter what the final result is, this is the conclusion we have come to after more than three months of detailed investigation and analysis based on your last proposal!" , Jeff Bezos beckoned, and soon the casual secretary took out a document from his briefcase. Jeff Bezos took it over, took a brief look, and put it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    When he was watching, he heard Jeff Bezos say: "Amazon is willing to accept your $400 million capital injection and pay 10% of the shares. In addition, the two parties will jointly invest $100 million, each holding 50% of the shares, to establish Joint venture to develop cloud services.��


    "What about the Thorn Bird Publishing Company?" Guo Shouyun looked directly at the other party after quickly browsing the documents.


    "Sorry, Thornbird Publishing''s business is too unrelated to our Amazon. Also, we can''t afford it now."


    Jeff Bezos shook his head. Of course, all of what he said were real issues. But what really made him refuse to merge with Thornbird was the control of the company.


    According to McKinsey, which he commissioned, the company is worth about $1.5 billion. That means Jeff Bezos will lose half of his Amazon stake if he annexes it. This would seriously threaten his control of the company. As tough as he is, he never hopes that one day he will be kicked out of the company he founded by the board of directors like Steve Jobs.


    Never allow it!


    Looking at Jeff Bezos''s expression, as an entrepreneur, he probably understands the reason for the other party''s rejection. After pondering for a moment, "Jeff, I believe you are also very clear. According to the US business law, when the parent company''s controlling interest in the subsidiary reaches 80%, it can realize parallel calculation of the financial affairs of each subsidiary company. And the thorns Bird Publishing''s pre-tax profit last year was $578 million. Once the two sides merge, it means that it can contribute $578 million in cash flow to Amazon. In this way, it can not only solve the current financial difficulties of Amazon, but also have enough The funds continue to expand their business, and the funds for the development of cloud services are also sufficient!"


    Jeff Bezos raised his eyebrows. He didn''t know the benefits of annexing the ''Thorn Bird Publishing Company''. It is precisely because he is too clear that this meeting has been delayed until now. Otherwise, there will be results as early as the year before. Moreover, even he rejected Guo Shouyun. There is also some skepticism within Amazon. It was all his authority that finally suppressed it.


    "Jeff, if you are concerned about the issue of equity. Then I am willing to sign a legal authorization document with you. During your tenure at Amazon, all the voting rights represented by the stock in my hand are handed over to you to exercise. Unless one day You leave Amazon or it works forever!"


    Jeff Bezos''s pupils shrank, Guo Shouyun''s words were beyond his expectations.


    "Are you serious?" Jeff Bezos said slowly.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively, "I believe that one of the core values ??of an enterprise must have a spiritual leader who understands it and knows how to develop in the future. Jeff, you are the spiritual leader of Amazon, only you can put Amazon has taken it to a higher position. I''m not as good as you in terms of understanding e-commerce. So, I''m willing to give you the voting power of the shares."


    The sincere tone and expression moved Jeff Bezos. There are many people in this world who think they are excellent, but few people can admit their own shortcomings in front of others. Especially sitting across from him is a successful person who has achieved amazing achievements at a young age.


    "I''m honored to receive such a high rating. However, are you really so optimistic about the future of Amazon? If you leave the thorn bird in the matrix, I believe it will develop faster."


    "I''m really optimistic about Amazon''s future. As for Matrix, if I originally planned to refuse, then I will soon increase the share capital and increase Matrix''s shares in Thorn Bird to 80%, and then connect the two parties'' finances to speed up Development... Of course, if you agree, that''s another solution. Moreover, I am very confident that even without the thorns, the development of the matrix will not slow down!"


    Looking at his confident expression, Jeff Bezos nodded. Guo Shouyun''s achievements in the past year have given him the capital to say this.


    "I need some time to think about it!" Jeff Bezos said after a moment of silence.


    "no problem!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded. It can be seen from the other party''s micro-expression that the hope of success this time should be great.


    Because of themselves and others, for entrepreneurs who have reached a certain level, the importance of money has given way to the pursuit of life and the realization of ideals.


    Before, he often heard people say that when the money reaches a certain amount, it becomes a pile of numbers placed in the bank card. In a sense, this statement is correct. Because people''s pursuits are constantly changing.


    When your monthly salary is 2,000, all you want is to eat enough. When you''re making $20,000 a month, you might be thinking about enjoying a big meal a week, listening to music, or going shopping with friends. When your monthly salary is 200,000 yuan, all you want is to buy a house and a car, and you don''t care about the price when you buy things. When your monthly salary is two million or more, money is no longer used to meet the needs of life, but to pursue ideals. For example: starting a business, realizing higher life value, etc.


    Just like Guo Shouyun now, whether it is Google, LinkedIn, Matrix, or Phoenix, no company''s shares are still under his name. In addition to Guo''s Wealth Trust, there are Guo''s Charity Foundation and Bruce Scholarship Fund. Legally speaking, although he controls these companies, they are no longer his. But it doesn''t matter, because he knows that even so, he has no shortage of money to spend.


    Compared with simply making money and realizing the value of his life, he valued it more. If, in the past few decades, he can develop a super consortium comparable to Rockefeller and Morgan. Then he must be able to go down in history.


    The higher the station, the more he can understand why the super rich in the United States created a ''charitable combined trust'' wealth inheritance model When the money reaches a certain level, its value will also be reduced. weakened. Its original status began to give way to the realization of higher ideals and values ??in life.


    Guo Shouyun believes that the same is true for Jeff Bezos. He didn''t want to miss out on Amazon, not because of how much money he could make. Because he wants to absolutely control Amazon and let it help him realize the life value he pursues.


    If his control of Amazon is guaranteed, then the stake becomes a negotiable thing.


    After all, he also knows what it would mean for Amazon, which is now in trouble, to raise nearly $600 million a year.


    "Let''s go, it''s too stuffy in the room, I''ll take you out for a walk!" Guo Shouyun stood up and said.


    "Okay! It''s your first time to visit your mansion!" Jeff Bezos laughed.


    The two of them laughed and walked out of the room together.


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    Behind the main body of the villa is the common leisure and entertainment area in most manors, including gardens, tennis courts, swimming pools, golf courses, etc., and there is a dense forest on the periphery. The forest spreads along the not-so-tall mountain, and under the sunlight, it presents a green-blue color from near to far.


    This vivid picture made Guo Shouyun and Jeff Bezos, who walked out, feel their hearts widen at the same time, and their bodies seemed to be much more relaxed.


    "You''re really good here!" Jeff Bezos exclaimed sincerely.


    "This place is called Hanshan Bieyuan. It''s a place where I entertain guests. It''s also a private club. If you really like it, I''ll ask George to make you a member later. I''ll live here in San Francisco in the future!"


    "Then do I need to pay the membership fee?"


    Jeff Bezos smiled after a glint in his eyes.


    "No need. Except for my friends, I wouldn''t let outsiders live here!"


    Guo Shouyun''s emphasis on his friend''s tone made Jeff Bezos'' eyes flash.


    "Jeff, why don''t we go hunting in the back?"


    Jeff Bezos'' eyes lit up, "Is there a lot of prey in the woods this season?"


    "Unless you want to hunt a cougar or black bear, there is no shortage of prey in the woods at any time!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand, and George, who was standing next to him, immediately turned and walked down. After a short time, he came over with two shotguns in his hand.


    "Winchester m70, Remington double-barreled shotgun, which one do you prefer?"


    Looking at the two guns in Guo Shouyun''s hand, Jeff Bezos picked up the Winchester m70 without much hesitation.


    His choice was not unexpected by Guo Shouyun. In the United States, the Winchester m70 has always had the reputation of "the number one shotgun", with great power and precision!


    After choosing the gun, the two changed their clothes and walked towards the forest behind the manor with their bodyguards.


    In order to prevent large animals such as tigers and wolves from running in, there is a layer of barbed wire more than two meters high between the forest and the manor. However, the designer fully considered the hunting needs of the manor, and left a small gate between the barbed wire and the forest behind, which can accommodate two people to enter and exit at the same time.


    After stepping through the small door, there is a path that winds deep. The road is not wide, but the traces of trampling on it are still obvious. Obviously, the owner of the villa before Guo Shouyun was also a hunter.


    After walking along the path for about 100 meters, the shadow of the manor completely disappeared from sight. Overgrown with weeds, bushes, and a wild scene of trees and vines, big and small, appeared in front of them.


    The two continued to go deeper with their bodyguards, and as the distance increased, the prey in the woods gradually increased.


    "boom��!"


    With the loud gunshots and the choking smell of gunpowder, Guo Shouyun clearly saw a blood flower blooming on the head of the rabbit he was aiming at from the installed scope.


    "Boss, your prey!"


    The fast-paced bodyguard brought the hare that Guo Shouyun hit in front of him. Looking at the **** rabbit that was hit by Remington''s bullet, Guo Shouyun didn''t dislike it, and took it over with great interest.


    "At least four pounds!"


    "If it''s autumn, I''m afraid it will be heavier!" Jeff Bezos said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Those who lack food in winter will lose fat and naturally lose weight.


    After throwing the rabbit to the bodyguard beside him, "Today we have our first prey."


    "My luck is really bad, I haven''t seen any prey worth shooting!"


    "Haha, don''t worry, Jeff! Let''s just walk inside! Maybe you can hunt a deer today!" Guo Shouyun comforted.


    "I don''t want a deer anymore. It''s enough to shoot a few rabbits like you. Alas, I haven''t touched a shotgun for a long time, and my hands are all born!"


    The two talked and continued to walk towards the depths of the forest with the team. It''s a pity that their luck is not very good. They turned to noon in the woods and did not encounter any decent prey. However, a few pheasants and rabbits were barely enough.


    For lunch, Guo Shouyun specially ordered the kitchen to make Chinese food. In order to suit Jeff Bezos'' taste, he specially explained that the kitchen should be lighter.


    "Does it still taste right?"


    "Not bad!" Jeff Bezos nodded, turned his head and glanced at the opposite side, "Bruce, if I accept your suggestion. What are you going to do about cloud computing?"


    "To set up a wholly-owned subsidiary of Amazon, I want an independent director position, and I can come up with ideas occasionally. The specific management is up to you and Amazon''s management!" Guo Shouyun said after putting down his knife and fork.


    Now he has a lot of companies, Google, LinkedIn, Paypal, Matrix and Phoenix, as well as China''s Hanhua are already busy enough for him. It''s really boring, and I don''t bother to worry about cloud computing. In addition, the most important Amazon shares have been acquired, and the rest are some details.


    Moreover, after more than a year of rapid development, Guo Shouyun, who has accumulated some experience, also began to adjust his asset structure. Grasp the big and let go of the small, consolidate the capital and cultivate the yuan. Some unimportant and non-core companies will gradually give up and replace them with shares in some large companies that are destined to be brilliant in the future. What Thornbird Publishing is now to Amazon.


    Jeff Bezos''s pupils shrank slightly, "I feel like you have more confidence in the future of Amazon than me, the founder of Amazon!"


    "No!" Guo Shouyun shook his head, "To be precise, I am your confidence. Without your Amazon, I would not invest!"


    "It''s nice to have such a compliment from you!"


    Everyone likes to hear good things, and so does Jeff Bezos.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Jeff, I gave up the voting rights of Amazon shares and the investment in cloud computing. But I hope PayPal can enter Amazon''s background payment system."


    Jeff Bezos blinked, nodded after a moment of silence.


    Originally, he wanted to ask if Amazon could take a stake in paypal? But after thinking about it, he gave up. He has gotten enough of this cooperation, and a thornbird publishing company can bring in nearly $600 million in cash flow. If you continue, it will be a little too far. No one wants to cooperate with a greedy person.


    "So we have reached an agreement?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "I also have to negotiate with Amazon''s board of directors before formal negotiations can begin!"


    "Understood! It just so happens that I also need to convince the partner of Thornbird Publishing Company! ... By the way, will you attend President Bush''s inaugural speech this time?"


    "I''m not interested!" Jeff Bezos shook his head without hesitation.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, similar to what he had guessed. Silicon Valley''s tech giants favor centrist Democrats over Wall Street''s Republicans. Of course, Silicon Valley does not have the powerful influence of a decade later, but it is also a force that cannot be ignored in American politics.


    Relatively speaking, Guo Shouyun has no obvious inclination towards Republicans and Democrats. As long as anyone can bring him enough benefits, he will support whoever. And this is the most natural choice of Chinese people: pragmatism!


    "You received an invitation?"


    "Yeah!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Jeff Bezos forked a piece of tomato and put it in his mouth, after chewing for a moment, "Bruce, I got some bad news for you!"


    "Is it because of Enron?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile Jeff Bezos nodded.


    "It''s actually nothing, such rumors have been around since years ago."


    "Companies like Enron have so many connections on Wall Street that it''s hard to tell what actions they will take. Especially when their performance declines and their operations are unsustainable!"


    "The last madness?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "good!"


    "Jeff, I''m glad to have your reminder. However, since I dare to short it, I''m ready for anything."


    Looking at his confident expression, Jeff Bezos nodded and said nothing more. With the current relationship between the two, it is enough to say that it is too much.


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    Jeff Bezos stayed in Hanshan Courtyard for two days. Although the time was not long, during this time, the two had in-depth discussions in several fields such as e-commerce, cloud computing, and book publishing. Sometimes It will even involve broader topics such as the political and economic ecology of the United States and the global economic development model.


    There is no doubt that Guo Shouyun, who is standing at a historical height, gave Jeff Bezos a great inspiration for his views and attitudes on these issues. Let him have a feeling of seeing each other late, and deepen the friendship between each other. Naturally, Jeff Bezos became the first true platinum member of Hanshan Courtyard.


    When he left San Francisco to prepare for Amazon''s official acquisition of Thorn Bird Publishing Company, Guo Shouyun also started to get busy.


    Except for the second tranche of AS bonds, which are already very close. The most important thing is to persuade Christopher Ritter, and two other shareholders of Thorn Bird Publishing Company: JK Rowling and Neil Murray.


    "Bruce, we trust you very much. However, Amazon is an Internet company. Does it really have the potential to appreciate in value?" Rowling''s tone was worried.


    Next to him, Neil Murray nodded in agreement.


    One of them is a writer and the other is a university professor. Although he is not unfamiliar with investment and financial management, he is not a professional financial investor after all. Under the background of today''s Nasdaq crisis, it is inevitable that ordinary people will have the financial management mentality of "chasing up and down".


    "Christopher, you must have this concern too?"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s gaze, Christopher hesitated for a moment, then nodded.


    "Three, we are all best friends. First of all, I will not harm you. This time all my shares in Thorn Bird Publishing Company will be replaced with new shares of Amazon after the merger of the two parties. If you think there is a risk, you can put Your stake in Thornbird Publishing was sold to me at a fair price. Secondly, if you trust me, keep the shares in your hands. We have a three-year limit, if after three years your Amazon stock holdings are low Given the market price of the new company this year, I am willing to buy your shares at 130% of the market price of the new company''s stock."


    "Bruce we...!"


    "Neil, please listen to me first!" Guo Shouyun continued after waving his hand to interrupt Neil Murray''s words, "Of course, I promise to reduce the risk of investment for you, and there are certain conditions. ... Of course, this condition You don''t need to pay, you just need to put your shares in the ''new Amazon'' company in the Phoenix Trust!"


    After Neil Murray and JK Rowling looked at each other, the latter said seriously: "Bruce, thank you for thinking of us so much. But you know, we don''t have as much talent and vision in business as you do. Moreover, we also need money to hold a wedding and plan for the future of our children. So, we don''t want to take risks and invest in Internet companies. Instead, we plan to sell our shares and make a conservative investment plan. Of course, We''re willing to hand the money over to your Phoenix company to take care of it."


    Looking at the sincere expressions of Rowling and Neil Murray, Guo Shouyun gave up persuasion after thinking about it. Although he felt that let the other party exchange some Amazon shares in order to obtain greater wealth in the future. But others don''t think so. When the market fell sharply and the Internet as a whole was not optimistic, Buffett would not do the same if he smashed 80% of his entire net worth into it. As for the three-year guarantee that Guo Shouyun promised, although the risk was avoided, not everyone wanted this kind of debt.


    "Okay, I have asked McKinsey to start an asset evaluation of Thorn Bird Publishing Company. After the evaluation is completed, I will purchase the shares of Thorn Bird Publishing Company in your hands according to the evaluation results. However, my funds are a little tight, so I hope You can give me one year of grace, and before the end of the year, I will return all the funds and interest for this acquisition to you!"


    "no problem!"


    The two smiled and nodded.


    70% of the credit goes to Guo Shouyun for the Brilliant Bird Publishing Company to be today. Without his best-selling books, the company would never have achieved such a great achievement within a year. Therefore, strictly speaking, they took advantage of Guo Shouyun.


    However, business cooperation is business cooperation. In compliance with regulations, profit and loss are at your own risk. However, man is not a cold law after all. Especially Neil Murray, he is grateful to Guo Shouyun from the bottom of his heart. It is precisely because of Guo Shouyun''s persistence that he did not hesitate to lend him money, that he has assets of over 10 million US dollars today. This was something he could never have imagined before.


    Seeing them nodding, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. Although it was different from what he had planned at the beginning, the result was not bad.


    After securing Rowling and Neil Murray, Guo Shouyun focused his attention on Christopher Ritter. In the list of shareholders of Thorn Bird Publishing Company, except for Guo Shouyun himself, he has the most shares. After some series of M&A dilution, it''s still 21.8%!


    "Christopher, I discussed it with Jeff Bezos. If you agree, you will still be CEO of Thornbird Publishing!"


    "real?"


    Christopher''s eyes lit up, and after taking charge of Thornbird for nearly a year, he also has a certain feeling for this vibrant company. The most important thing is that he is reluctant to hold the power and watch the company grow little by little in his own hands.


    Moreover, he is different from Rowling and Neil Murray, one of them is a writer, the other is a university professor. It''s more of an investment for thornbirds than the main business they intend to engage in. But Christopher is different. His essence is a businessman. If he leaves the thorn bird, what can he do? Are you going to be a librarian again? Obviously not possible. Who would want to go back after seeing the big picture and running a billion-dollar company?


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "However, what you need to be prepared for is that Amazon''s acquisition of Thornbird is not because they have enough interest in the book publishing industry, but to obtain enough cash flow to develop e-commerce. Therefore, in the future, the company''s revenue will be used to balance Amazon''s book. The development of Thornbird itself will inevitably slow down! In addition, in order to parallelize the finances, the revenue of Thornbird will be used to balance Amazon''s liabilities, and the latter will hold the former''s equity. It has to be more than 80 percent. So, Christopher, you have to give up some of the equity.��


    After Christopher Ritter nodded slowly, his expression became silent.


    "I know you''re reluctant to take the stake in Thornbird, but Christopher, do you think Amazon and Thornbird are more promising?"


    "Thornbird, of course, it took us just one year to achieve more than $2 billion in revenue and nearly $600 million in pre-tax profits. In comparison, Amazon has only $2.3 billion in assets and $2.1 billion in assets. debt, $2.7 billion in sales, $1.4 billion in losses, and a market cap of less than $3 billion. Bruce, I just can��t believe that a company like this has a great future.��


    Christopher''s complaints were within his expectations, and Guo Shouyun had already figured out a strategy to deal with it.


    "Christopher, let''s put Amazon aside for now. How long do you think Thornbird''s first year of development will last?"


    "This...?" Christopher Ritter hesitated.


    "Most of the revenue of Thorny Bird now depends on me and Rowling. Rowling will prepare for the wedding and honeymoon next, and the next few Harry Potter movies will definitely be postponed!"


    Rowling nodded in agreement.


    "...and me. As I run more and more companies, the company gets bigger and bigger. I definitely need to spend more of my energy on it. I can''t publish books as fast as before. Of course, ghostwriting is a It''s a good method. But ghostwriting works are hard to come by, and this is clearly seen from the sales results of works such as "The Big Bang Theory" and "Underworld"."


    "...So, it can be expected that the development of Thornbird will become stable. The revenue of 2 billion US dollars and the pre-tax profit of 580 million US dollars are basically the norm in the next three to five years, even if the growth will be limited. In addition, Let��s zoom in to the entire international market. The largest publisher in the world is Pearson. Unfortunately, Pearson��s market value is only $6 billion so far. In other words, even if we achieve the top, it is just another It''s just Pearson. Not to mention how long it takes for the thorn bird to develop to the height of Pearson, the upper limit of its growth alone makes me lose interest in it."


    "...Let''s compare Amazon again. Amazon''s main business is e-commerce. E-commerce is a broad concept. It includes many different business models such as 2, 2C, C2C, C2, etc. Amazon''s business model is one of 2C. , In layman''s terms, it means business to individual. Excluding the factor of the Internet, Amazon is actually doing the same thing as Walmart!"


    "Walmart?!"


    Christopher was surprised.


    "That''s right. The only difference between Amazon and Walmart is the fact that they are in the virtual community of the Internet, and Walmart is all around us. Simply put, one online and one offline! Walmart is the largest offline retailer. And Amazon is the largest online retailer. Although Amazon''s market value is only less than 3 billion US dollars, compared with Walmart''s staggering US $ 231.15 billion, the gap between the two is huge, and some are even incomparable. But among them It gave me a lot of room for imagination.��


    Looking at the enthusiasm in his eyes, Christopher couldn''t help but say, "Bruce, are you really so optimistic about Amazon?"


    "I''m very optimistic, and I''m willing to bet on her future." After a pause, "Christopher, if you''re still worried about Amazon''s development, you can divide your shares in half, exchange half for cash, and keep half It will be replaced by the shares of the new company after the merger of the two parties. In this way, both safety and growth are taken into account!��


    Christopher hesitated. Although he has always been skeptical of the Internet, Guo Shouyun''s talent in business and investment makes him not want to give up.


    "Bruce, will your new book be published by Thornbird Publishing Company in the future?"


    "Otherwise, Jeff Bezos would not agree to this acquisition." Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "In this case, I am willing to liquidate one-half of the equity in Thorn Bird Publishing Company, keep one-quarter, and replace the remaining one-quarter with new company stock."


    Seeing his affirmative expression, Guo Shouyun sighed inwardly after opening his mouth. He understood Christopher Ritter''s choice. In his view, cash is equivalent to a currency fund, thornbird��s equity is equivalent to a bond fund, and Amazon��s equity is equivalent to a hybrid or stock fund. Low, medium and high, with different risks, can ensure the stable preservation and appreciation of his property.


    In the context of the Nasdaq crisis and the general underestimation of Internet companies, this choice is indeed the most appropriate. But in Guo Shouyun''s view, it is conservative. However, Christopher Ritter is not a radical businessman, and this choice is in line with his character.


    When it comes to this, the four have reached an agreement. Like Rowling and Neil Murray, Christopher also sold the thornbird equity he wanted to realize to Guo Shouyun. Of course, like Rowling and the others, he paid cash and interest a year later.


    As a result, Guo Shouyun''s equity in the thorn bird has reached 82.74%! Except for Neil Murray''s 10%. The remaining 7.26% is in the hands of some small shareholders. These stakes were ceded by Thorn Bird when it acquired other publishing companies and expanded its global network. Guo Shouyun, who has raised enough equity, is too lazy to ask them one by one. Just ask Christopher Ritter to call, and he will buy what he is willing to sell, and forget what he does not want to buy.


    Facts have proved that there are very few people who are as optimistic about the future of the Internet as he is. When Guo Shouyun promised to buy it at 10% higher than the market price, he basically sold it. There are also some that have not been sold, but they are unwilling to exchange for Amazon shares, but retain the equity in Thorn Bird.


    After all this tossing, Guo Shouyun''s stake in Thorny Bird increased to 88.2%.


    McKinsey''s assessment of the Amazon and Thornbird is still ongoing. However, Guo Shouyun has left San Francisco and came to the heart of the United States, "Washington".


    As Guo Shouyun, who had contributed nearly $3 million in huge political cash to the incoming President Bush, he naturally received an invitation from the White House.


    Moreover, for this meeting, he also came quite punctually with a different purpose. However, Xiao Bu Shi, who was busy taking office, did not meet him. Guo Shouyun, who was already mentally prepared for this, was not too disappointed. After all, he also knows that although he has a lot of political cash, it is those big financial groups and big families who really put Bush on the presidency. $3 million can only buy some incense, but even that is enough.


    With the initial contact, it is naturally much easier to strengthen the connection later.


    The inauguration of the United States has a set of established procedures, including eight parts: worship service, rush to Capitol Hill, senator''s speech, priest''s prayer, vice-presidential inauguration, presidential inauguration, presidential inauguration speech, and celebration.


    Of all these procedures, the most important is without a doubt the presidential inauguration speech. Guo Shouyun, who used to watch the broadcast on TV before, sat directly under the stage this time. Although it''s not too front row, the immersive scene combined with the memories in his mind always gave him a sense of time and space disorder.


    "President Clinton, UU Reading Distinguished guests, my fellow citizens: This peaceful transition of power is rare in history, but commonplace in America. We solemnly take the oath of simplicity We have upheld the ancient traditions and started a new course at the same time... We must work together to improve American school education, and not let ignorance and indifference swallow more young lives. We must reform the social health care and insurance systems... We must reduce taxes , restore the economy, and reward the hard-working American people. We need to prevent problems before they happen, and slack will lead to trouble. We also need to stop the proliferation of weapons and free the new century from the threat of terror...!"


    "Do you believe what he said?"


    When Guo Shouyun was distracted, a disdainful voice suddenly came from his ear. You don''t need to look at him to know that sitting on his right is a young man who is not a few years older than him. Because the two sides didn''t know each other, and the occasion was relatively serious, Guo Shouyun didn''t say hello to the other party.


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    Chapter 176 George Brokerage Company


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    "Hello, I''m George!"


    Noticing Guo Shouyun''s eyes, the young man reached out his hand.


    "Bruce!"


    After his eyes quickly swept across his hooked nose, which was easy to impress, he grabbed the right hand that was stretched out.


    "I didn''t expect to meet a well-known American writer here today, what an honor!"


    "polite!"


    "I''m a big fan of Pirates of the Caribbean and love Jack Sparrow, I can guarantee he''s the most charismatic Pirate King ever!"


    "Thank you!" Guo Shouyun responded.


    "By the way, will there be a fourth installment of Pirates of the Caribbean?"


    "Yes! But I don''t have any ideas yet, so I''m afraid it won''t be published this year!"


    "That''s such a pity!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "This year we are preparing to shoot the live-action movie "Pirates of the Caribbean", you can pay attention!"


    "That''s really good news. But who did you cast Jack Sparrow? Tom Cruise? Brad Pitt? Leonardo?"


    "The casting has just begun, we are still investigating the candidate for Jack Sparrow!" Guo Shouyun shook his head and said.


    "Aren''t you the author of Pirates of the Caribbean? Who do you think is a good fit?"


    "I don''t know! It may be decided after the audition. As for the final candidate, it depends on the opinions of the producer and director!"


    "In that case, do you need me to recommend some suitable candidates for you?"


    "you?"


    Facing Guo Shouyun''s scrutiny eyes, George flipped his hand and took out a business card and handed it over as if by magic.


    "Officially met, I am the chairman and CEO of ''George Agency''! Russell Crowe and Cate Blanchett are our artists."


    Guo Shouyun took the business card in surprise, and then looked back and forth between the business card and George for a while, "It seems that Mr. George''s economic company is very strong!"


    He didn''t know who Russell Crowe was, but Cate Blanchett was no stranger. The elf queen Galadriel played by the other party in "The Hobbit" left a deep impression on Guo Shouyun in his last life. Out of a man''s instinct, Guo Shouyun also checked her information, so she still has memories.


    "Although our company is not as good as William Morris, CAA, and ICM, it is also among the top in the Hollywood economic circle. Therefore, our company is very sincere and has the strength to cooperate with Mr. Guo and your Matrix Films. !"


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Mr. George, I can''t help but doubt the purpose of your participation in this presidential speech?"


    "Mr. Guo misunderstood. It''s purely coincidental that I can sit with you today. I didn''t expect it myself at first! However, since I met you, I don''t want to miss the opportunity!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and put the business card into his pocket.


    "If there is a suitable opportunity, I will give priority to the people from your agency!"


    "Thank you!" After a pause, "Mr. Guo, it''s almost noon, how about I invite you to lunch? I know there are several very good Chinese restaurants in Washington!"


    "I''m sorry, I''ve already made an appointment at noon."


    "That''s such a shame. But can I leave you a call so we can meet again when we get back to Los Angeles!"


    Seeing the sincerity in the other party''s expression and the respectful tone in his tone, Guo Shouyun was not good at rejecting the other party. So I left my office phone to him.


    The latter two talked about some broad topics, and after the presidential inauguration speech ended, they each left.


    After arriving at a quiet cafe, George sat down in front of a beautiful woman in a red coat and long hair with a shawl.


    "Sir, what would you like to drink?"


    "A glass of Jamaican Blue Mountain, thank you!"


    After the waiter left, the woman said, "How is it, is there any gain?"


    "Of course! But that guy was very cautious and didn''t ask too much valuable information."


    "So you ran away this time in vain?"


    "Hey, how come, I got his phone!"


    The woman glanced at him lightly, "Do you think you can make this call?"


    George was stunned, then patted his forehead angrily, "I almost forgot! Then didn''t I run away this time in vain?"


    "It''s not a waste of money. If you report today''s situation to Dad, maybe he will give you some financial support!"


    "Forget it, he knows more about Bruce Guo than I do." George shook his head angrily.


    After a pause, "Liv, in case the little sister finds out about the two of us contacting Bruce Guo...!"


    "Don''t worry, she won''t know if she didn''t follow her this time. But what if she does? As her older brothers and sisters, shouldn''t we get to know the person she loves?"


    "That''s what you said, but you also know that because of her father''s relationship, she has a cold relationship with us. She even changed her surname...!"


    "Even so, she can''t change her bloodline. Besides, after so many years, the relationship between parents is not as cold as before. Although I don''t know if they can remarry, my little sister will return to the family sooner or later." calmly said.


    George nodded. "I hope everything is as you said. We''ll be together as a family by Christmas!"


    The woman nodded, stirred the coffee in the cup, and after a while, "I''m going to see my little sister in San Francisco!"


    "Uh, what did you say? To San Francisco?"


    "Um! ... There are some things I need to talk to her face to face!"


    Looking at the serious expression on her face, George opened his mouth and shook his head slightly.


    "I won''t ask the reason. But the little girl is stubborn, so don''t quarrel!"


    "Aren''t we children?!"


    "That way I''m more worried!" George said bitterly.


    "You should still pay attention to Bruce Guo. This time the alliance between Enron, Morgan and Goldman Sachs is a huge pressure for him If he steps forward, then even if he wants to, his father will not agree to it. The little sister is with him."


    "This is a family test?" George nodded.


    "Forget it. It''s just that he doesn''t know about this test!" After a pause, the woman''s eyes revealed a touch of complexity, "Even if he knew, he might not take it to heart because of his character."


    Seeing her brother''s stunned expression, the woman shook her head, "Okay, let''s go to dinner after drinking. In the afternoon, we still have things to do!"


    George shrugged and drank the coffee in front of him.


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    Chapter 177 The Helmsman of Merrill Lynch


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    At this time, Guo Shouyun, who had left the Capitol, came to a private club in Washington in a low-key manner.


    "Mr. Guo?"


    Just as Guo Shouyun walked in, a middle-aged man in a black suit and gold-rimmed glasses responded.


    While he nodded, the other party stretched out his right hand, "Hello, I''m Jack, Mr. O''Neill''s secretary!"


    "Hello!"


    After a simple handshake, "Mr. O''Neill is already waiting for you, please come with me!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and followed the other party into the depths of the clubhouse. After he knocked on the door to open a room, he stepped in.


    Looking at the slightly obese middle-aged black man standing up from the sofa, Guo Shouyun walked over with respect. He knew very well what price a black man would have to pay if he wanted to become the CEO of Merrill Lynch in a country with obvious racial discrimination, and take charge of this capital empire that could rival the **** and Goldman Sachs!


    Especially Stan O''Neal''s background is extremely ordinary. Like many black Americans, Stan O''Neill, who was born in the plantation region of the South, has felt the coldness of the racial system strongly since childhood: picking cotton in the fields under the scorching sun, and braving the winter wind to gather firewood in the wild. Watching livestock for others for long nights... Almost all the farm work and tiring work O''Neill has done in the descendants of blacks. Guo Shouyun could not imagine such an experience.


    In addition, even though he had already achieved impressive results at Merrill in the 1970s and 1980s, it was only this year that he won the opportunity to take the helm of Merrill. It can be said that Stan O''Neal is the top elite among the tens of millions of blacks in the United States. His indomitable perseverance and outstanding talent are admired even by Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. O''Neal, nice to meet you!"


    "Mr. Guo is very polite, please take a seat!"


    After a brief greeting, the two sat down on the sofa facing each other.


    "Knowing that Mr. Guo likes to drink tea, I specially prepared ''Lu''an Melon Slices'' from Huaxia. Please try Mr. Guo to see if it suits your taste!"


    "Lu''an Guapian is one of the top ten famous teas in China, and the taste is naturally top-notch!"


    While the two were talking, Jack, the secretary who brought Guo Shouyun in, poured tea for them. After a simple courtesy, the two toasted at the same time.


    "The soup is clear in color, sweet and mellow in the mouth, it really is a good tea!"


    "Mr. Guo likes it!"


    Putting down the teacup, Stan O''Neal waved his hand, and the understanding secretary Jack greeted several bodyguards next to him and walked out.


    Seeing this, Guo Shouyun also waved his bodyguards to leave the box.


    "Mr. Guo, can you explain in detail what you said on the phone last time?"


    After there were only two people left in the private room, Stan O''Neal smiled.


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded, and after organizing the language, "Mr. O''Neill, you must know about Enron, right?"


    "Enron? Of course I do. Now the entire Wall Street knows that Mr. Guo has $3.12 billion in short-selling funds!"


    "Mr. O''Neal, that''s not what I said."


    "Oh?"


    "As the top elite in the financial industry and the manager of the underwriting agency for Enron bonds, I believe you must know more about the internal situation of Enron than I do. Once it goes bankrupt, Merrill Lynch will be criticized by investors. This is very important for the current business situation. Not a good thing for Merrill, who is not ideal."


    Stan O''Neill frowned, "Bankruptcy? Mr. Guo seems to be exaggerating. Enron has more than 70 billion US dollars in assets. Although there is indeed a crisis in her now, bankruptcy is a bit too alarmist!"


    "Enron''s assets are indeed huge. It is a pity that Jeffrey Gilling and Kenneth Lee do not have Mr. O''Neal''s management talent. Enron is just a tool for them to seek their own interests. I hope these two have secretly sold Enron''s equity and are ready to flee. It''s too unrealistic for people to save An Ran!"


    Guo Shouyun''s admiration did not make Stan O''Neal feel much better. Because, Enron itself is a very controversial project within Merrill Lynch.


    Guo Shouyun, who had already paid for the investigation company to conduct a detailed investigation of Merrill before he came, could roughly guess what Stan O''Neal was thinking at this time.


    "Mr. O''Neal, with all due respect. Merrill is no longer Merrill''s era, the Merrill Lynch that led Wall Street through financial innovation. Although it is still huge, it is bloated, staffed, and slow to make decisions. It''s like a company that has arrived. An old man in his twilight years. If you want such an ''old'' Merrill to regain life, you need a major operation from the top down. In addition, this can also help you completely establish your authority in Merrill!"


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to be so interested in our Merrill Lynch!" Stan O''Neill said after a moment of silence.


    "Merrill Lynch has always been a role model for our Phoenix, and it''s not surprising that I pay attention to her!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun continued with a twinkle in his eyes, "Mr. O''Neill, Dan Bailey, Head of Merrill Lynch International Investment Banking, Senior Analyst Donato Essie, director of Merrill Lynch''s energy investment banking business Rick Gordon, and Merrill Lynch''s director and senior partner Skyler Tierney, these people are inextricably linked to Enron, The most disgusting racists within Merrill Lynch again, they are our common enemy!"


    "Mr. Guo''s eloquence is really surprising. But I don''t think they are my enemies. Instead, they are my friendly business partners within Merrill!" Stan O''Neill said with deep eyes.


    "Mr. O''Neal, why fool yourself. Last week, Skyler Tierney publicly slammed you on the Merrill Lynch board as a ''dark idiot'' from rural Atlanta! But the Merrill Lynch board did nothing for you. Get justice!"


    The humiliation he has suffered in the past has always been something that Stan O''Neill is reluctant to bring up. Now that Guo Shouyun has revealed it in person, even if he has a good temper, he will be a little angry.


    "Don''t you think what you said just now is disrespectful, Mr. Guo?"


    Looking at the gloomy Stan O''Neal, Guo Shouyun said sincerely: "I''m very sorry, Mr. O''Neal. Those reckless words just now were not my intention. You know that the situation of our Chinese in the United States is not much better than that of black people. Therefore, I can understand it very well. The humiliation and hardship you suffered personally. It is because of this that we should help each other even more."


    After staring at him for a while, Stan O''Neal slowly said: "Since you know Merrill so well, you should know that when my foundation is not strong, it will cause Merrill''s turmoil, or even slip, then I will also Status is not guaranteed."


    Guo Shouyun was excited for a while, he knew that Stan O''Neal''s heart defense finally loosened. He quickly took a deep breath, suppressed his emotions, and ensured that his thinking was clear, and then continued: "Mr. O''Neill, if you want to come here, you also understand the situation of several of my companies. I promise here that when they go public in the future, Merrill Lynch will be the main underwriter. ."


    O''Neal''s eyes lit up, as if Guo Shouyun had deliberately got to know Merrill before meeting. He also carefully understood the other party''s information before today''s meeting. Under the command of this man are some of the most high-profile companies in Silicon Valley: Google, LinkedIn and Ayal. And the matrix group is also developing rapidly under the leadership of the other party. Once these companies go public, they will undoubtedly be sought after by capital, and as their main underwriter, Merrill Lynch will also make huge profits!


    However, in order to win over Stan O''Neal, weaken the power of their own hostile groups. The big meal prepared by Guo Shouyun was obviously more than that.


    "...In addition, this time, all the profits I made from short positions in Enron will be used to invest in Merrill Lynch. In the future, once Enron is detonated, Mr. O''Neill will transform Merrill Lynch, causing the company''s stock price to fall and when the short positions gather, I will use This money is to support Merrill."


    "Moreover, I am willing to sign a legally binding contract with Mr. O''Neal to ensure the validity of the previous promise." Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    A gleam flashed in Stan O''Neill''s eyes.


    "Excellent investors know that if you want to get something, you have to pay. Now, Mr. Guo has paid so much, what do you want from me?"


    "It''s very simple, I want to know what plan Anran has prepared to deal with me?" Guo Shouyun said with a solemn expression.


    "Sorry, I really don''t know that. Although Merrill helped An Ran a lot, they didn''t invite us to join us this time!"


    "How is that possible? Merrill underwrote $3 billion in mortgage-backed securities for Enron, and you''re a collaborator in the energy futures market. The relationship between the two of you is far worse. How did they Might exclude you?"


    "That''s the truth. They invited Goldman Sachs and turned Merrill out." Stan O''Neill spread his hands.


    Staring closely at his expression, Guo Shouyun frowned tightly until he was sure that the other party was not cheating.


    The reason he met Stan O''Neal today and paid a huge price was because of the idea of ??''knowing your enemy and knowing yourself, and you will be safe in a hundred battles''. But looking at it now, his plan is clearly going to fall through.


    "I think there must be some reason?" Guo Shouyun calmly said after calming down.


    "Because Goldman Sachs holds a $5 billion short position in Enron, Kenneth Lee, Jeffrey Gilling and other senior executives of Enron want to sell their stocks at high prices, they must clear these short positions. And Goldman Sachs is obviously not easy to mess with, Therefore, it has become the consensus of everyone to play an ''insider trading'' on it. Enron, which is in a deep crisis and has huge capital, is the best target for capital in the eyes of capital, especially in its internal senior management and its cooperation. in the case of."


    "Insider trading!?" Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank.


    "That''s right, they call their plan to deal with you ''The Hound''. And the Hound plan is just a subsidiary plan of their preparations for this insider trading. If it wasn''t for the insistence of the senior executives of Enron, and you do have a lot of enviable people in your hands Assets, I am afraid that Morgan, Bank of America and Goldman Sachs will not specifically target you!" Stan O''Neill play flavor Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed a cold light, "Hound? This time my ''dog'' must be Break out a few of your teeth!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun raised his head and said, "Since Merrill was not invited, how did you know this?"


    "I have worked on Wall Street for decades, and now I am the CEO of the second largest investment bank in the United States. It is not just business talent!" Stan O''Neill smiled.


    Looking at his confident and proud eyes, Guo Shouyun was silent. This is also the biggest gap between him and the other party. If he has a deep network of connections with Stan O''Neal, then facing Enron''s alliance this time, he doesn''t have to worry as much as he is now, and he can sit firmly on the Diaoyutai in Guo''s Manor.


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    Chapter one hundred and seventy-eight


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    Glancing at Guo Shouyun, who was frowning slightly in thought, Stan O''Neill said indifferently, "Now that you know that you can''t get what you want from me, do you still count what you said before?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively, "But now the conditions have to change?"


    "Oh?"


    Stan O''Neal''s eyes flashed.


    "I hope Merrill can connect me with a short-term loan!"


    "short-term loan?"


    "I used the equity of Matrix Group and Guo''s Business Group as collateral, and loaned 600 to 800 million US dollars for one year, and the interest did not exceed 8%! As a middleman, Merrill Lynch can draw 1.2% from it as a commission!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes narrowed, "In exchange, I hope that Mr. O''Neill can use your relationship to provide me with the help within his ability if I am attacked by the non-commercial means of the Enron Interest Alliance. Moreover, I am willing to use Phoenix to short Enron. As a white knight, I will ensure that Mr. O''Neill will crack down on short-sellers and ensure the stability of Enron''s stock price as a white knight. For this, I am willing to sign a legally binding contract with Mr. O''Neill!"


    Stan O''Neill''s eyes flickered, and his eyes were fixed on Guo Shouyun, who was facing him. "Mr. Guo is so sure that Enron will go bankrupt?"


    "Yes, I''m pretty sure."


    "Can you tell me why?"


    "There are many reasons. I believe Mr. Stan O''Neill knows no less than I do."


    "Of course I understand Enron''s predicament. But I don''t think it will bring down an international energy giant, the 27th largest company in the Fortune 500! And, do you know what it would mean for the U.S. economy if Enron went down? "


    "Of course I do. Once Enron collapses, the United States will usher in a national energy crisis. But when it is irreversible, the collapse will be inevitable. And, in business history, the last example of a seemingly huge company collapsed. Not many. There are Fairchild, Wang An Computer and Texaco Petroleum in the United States, and Daewoo Group, Barings Bank, etc. abroad." After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled, "I wonder if Mr. O''Neill would like to make a bet with me? "


    "bet?"


    "That''s right. If Enron ends up going out of business, then I''m willing to lose a bottle of Roman��e-Conti to Mr. O''Neill. If I win, how about Mr. Guo give me a shotgun from your collection?"


    Guo Shouyun''s seemingly joking words loosened the originally tense atmosphere between the two.


    Stan O''Neill smiled, "I''d really like Mr. Guo to make this bet!"


    "So it''s settled then?"


    "certainly!"


    "I think no matter who wins this bet, Mr. O''Neill should also admit one thing: Enron''s stock price is sure to fall. And I can make huge profits from shorting Enron''s action is also sure!"


    Stan O''Neal nodded.


    "In this case, we have a foundation for cooperation! All the previous conditions have been established." Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    Stan O''Neal was silent for a moment before raising his head to examine the calm and confident young man across from him.


    "Comparing Mr. Guo''s ability with your age, it''s really easy to feel emotions and delusions!"


    When the words fell, he picked up the phone and pressed it a few times to connect. After a few simple explanations, it didn''t take long before he saw the secretary named Jack who had gone out earlier and walked in with the dining cart.


    "This is the lunch I ordered ahead of time, I hope it will suit Mr. Guo''s appetite."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took a deep look at Stan O''Neal, and then focused on lunch. He understood that although the other party did not give a direct commitment in the end, his intuition told him that the cooperation was basically successful.


    Sure enough, after lunch. Stan O''Neill, who used this time to consider the pros and cons, gave a positive answer!


    "I will complete the loan that Mr. Guo wants within a month. At the same time, I also hope that the contract for the ''white knight'' can be signed after the loan is completed!"


    Guo Shouyun got up with excitement in his eyes and stretched out his right hand towards the other party.


    "Everything is according to Mr. O''Neill! I wish us a happy cooperation!"


    "Happy cooperation!"


    "Oh, yes! This is my platinum membership card in the private club of ''Cold Mountain Courtyard'' in San Francisco. I hope Mr. O''Neill can be a guest there when he comes to San Francisco!"


    After taking the silver-white card handed over by Guo Shouyun, he looked at it with great interest, "Can I know if anyone else got this kind of membership card before me?"


    "Yes!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Who?"


    "Mr. Jeff Bezos, Chairman and CEO of Amazon Group!"


    "Jeff Bezos?" Nodding clearly, looking at Guo Shouyun who stopped talking, Stan O''Neal said in surprise, "Is it gone?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I only intend to invite those top elites who are good enough and respected! Because I always believe that the good and the good are together and sharing their own experiences and ideas with each other can make everyone good. !"


    Stan O''Neal''s eyes flashed, and he turned his hand to put the card in his pocket.


    "It''s an honor to be invited by Mr. Guo. If I go to San Francisco next time, I will definitely visit your private club!"


    "It''s my pleasure!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled.


    Both of them have the need to expand their social circles, so the exchange has become inevitable.


    After having lunch and briefly chatting with Stan O''Neal for a while, Guo Shouyun said goodbye and left. He still has a lot of work to do to deal with the Enron threat.


    After returning to the hotel where I stayed, I sorted out my thoughts. After simply eating something to pad his stomach, Guo Shouyun quickly changed into his suit, feeling that it was almost time, he took four bodyguards out of the room. Ever since he sensed the threat of the Enron Alliance, for the sake of his own life, he strengthened the security around him.


    The car didn''t go fast, but it was smooth. It didn''t take long for him to arrive at the White House. To celebrate the birth of a new president, the White House tonight is full of brilliance. After going through a strict inspection and handing over his invitation letter, Guo Shouyun was put in. Of course, his bodyguards were to stay outside. That''s okay, though, the White House has tighter security.


    Stepping on the red carpet and following the indicated route, Guo Shouyun walked step by step into this center that symbolizes American rights. He has to admit that watching it on TV is a completely different experience than being in it.


    After a quick glance at the portraits of past US presidents and first ladies hanging in the White House lobby, Guo Shouyun turned east along the red carpet. At its end is the most luxurious and largest room in the White House, the East Room, where the President entertains VIPs and holds balls. This time, the dinner for President Bush''s dinner to entertain guests was also held here.


    The moment he walked through the gate and entered the hall, Guo Shouyun finally felt the appearance of a banquet in the upper class of the United States. In the luxurious hall surrounded by ornate carpets, exquisite reliefs, Swarovski crystal chandeliers, and historical oil paintings and ornaments, well-dressed gentlemen and well-dressed ladies and courtesans are in groups, holding wine glasses, Talking to each other according to their respective circles, they are either enthusiastic, or calm, or indifferent, in order to weave their own relationship network and expand their personal connections, showing a well-known, but happening all the time.


    Looking around, Guo Shouyun found that he was a little out of tune with this place. Because, he did not find that there are people who he knows or is familiar with. But since he came, he obviously couldn''t turn around and leave. Moreover, he also has the need to expand his network.


    After beckoning, Guo Shouyun took a glass of brandy from the hand of the approaching waiter, Guo Shouyun found a corner that was not a corner, held his chest in his left hand and the wine glass in his right, and observed silently. Although he couldn''t name most of them, this did not prevent him from obtaining the information he needed. After all, if you know a person''s network of relationships, you can prepare in advance when you are hostile or make friends.


    "one person?"


    The familiar voice made Guo Shouyun turn around subconsciously, and when he saw the young man standing behind him with a wine glass, he couldn''t help but wonder, "Is it you?"


    "Why, is it strange to see me?" George smiled.


    Guo Shouyun took a deep look at the guy in front of him who met by chance at the Capitol in the morning and claimed to be the CEO of George''s Brokerage Company.


    "It''s not strange, it''s just a bit of an accident!" Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly, his eyes flashed slightly, and then he stretched out his right hand towards the other party, "Let''s get to know him formally, my name is Bruce Guo! Businessman and writer!"


    "George Solo Roosevelt, Merchant!"


    "I didn''t expect you to be the queen of the famous family!"


    George waved his hand indifferently. "After hundreds of years of reproduction, the Roosevelt family has many descendants. Except for the direct descendants, most of them have made their own way! It''s not as mysterious and unattainable as you think!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Although the other party said so, the names of the four major families in American politics were not blown out. The Adams and Roosevelt families are definitely the oldest political giants in the United States. It is much stronger than the upstarts like the Bush family.


    "Look in the middle!"


    Guo Shouyun froze for a moment, then subconsciously looked in the direction of George''s finger. Soon, in the middle of the banquet hall, five middle-aged or elderly people with different looks and expressions came into his eyes.


    In fact, Guo Shouyun had discovered just now that this small group of people was the most eye-catching presence in the entire banquet hall. The crowd around them will pay attention to them subconsciously while communicating.


    "You all know each other?"


    "How about you?" George asked after nodding.


    "I know that the short, bald middle-aged man is Citibank Chairman and CEO Chris Jordan. The tall, gold-rimmed man next to him is Henry Parson, Chairman and CEO of ***** S. As for the remaining three, I don''t know each other!"


    Noticing Guo Shouyun''s eyesGeorge didn''t give a shit, "The guy with the bald head is called Richie Ford, and now he is the first executor of the Ford Family Foundation! The bald dwarf melon standing on his left is called Stephen. Brier, one of the nine federal officers now. The remaining black guy is Colin Luther Powell, the right-hand man of President Bush Jr., and the Secretary of Defense!"


    Guo Shouyun''s pupils tightened unconsciously. With the left hand holding the wine glass, the meridians on the back of the hand became clear.


    "Sure enough, they are all great people!"


    "Hey, are you envious?" George asked after looking at him.


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly. Looking at the five people who are like stars holding the moon, he couldn''t help but in his mind came up the sentence Liu Bang involuntarily shouted when he saw Qin Shihuang in "Records of the Grand Historian: The Book of Emperor Gaozu": "That''s what a man should be!"


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    Every man aspires to be respected by others, and every man desires infinite power. It''s just that the cruel reality suppresses the desires of most people. Of course, Guo Shouyun is different. He has the capital to chase power.


    "Almost everyone here envy their status and power, and want to replace them in the future, but I''m more optimistic about you than them!"


    Looking at his deep eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled, "You are more confident than me!"


    "Of course, bystanders are clear! Besides, your past achievements have already explained a lot of problems. At the same age, in the history of American business, there are not many who can reach your current height!"


    "If you take the inflation factor into account, this figure is quite a lot. However, I still want to thank you for your appreciation." After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled subtly, "If there is no other purpose. Down!"


    "Of course not, everything I said just now came from the heart!" George Solo Roosevelt shrugged and said.


    "someone is coming!"


    Just when Guo Shouyun was about to speak, George''s words made him look to the left subconsciously. Sure enough, a slightly fat, dark-skinned middle-aged woman in a red evening dress came over with a wine glass.


    Guo Shouyun is no stranger to this person.


    "Mr. Guo, nice to meet you!"


    "Hello, Ms. Winfrey!"


    Oprah Winfrey, the founder of the ace TV program "The Oprah Talk Show", which is well known in the United States. In the United States, she is even more famous than President Bush Jr. who just took office. Guo Shouyun remembers that in his past life, there was such a topic on the Internet: If Oprah Winfrey ran for the US president, then she would definitely become the first female president in US history. Although this topic is more of a joke and speculation, it can also reflect the strong influence of the other party in American society from the side.


    After the two simply shook hands, Oprah Winfrey looked at George next to her. The latter consciously grabbed before the other party opened his mouth and stretched out his right hand.


    "Hello, Ms. Winfrey, I''m a huge fan of your show and watch almost every episode."


    "Thank you! It''s my pleasure!"


    After saying hello, Oprah Winfrey turned her attention back to Guo Shouyun again, this time her main purpose for coming here was the other party.


    "Mr. Guo, with your wisdom, I think you must have guessed the purpose of my visit!"


    Looking at the shrewd eyes in front of him, Guo Shouyun nodded, and after a little hesitation, "Ms. Winfrey, Oprah''s Talk Show is a show that is both likeable and respectable. I myself often Tune in. But you know I''ve never been on any TV show...!"


    "Mr. Guo, because of this, you should come to "Oprah Talk Show". I believe that your book fans must be very eager to see you on TV and communicate with you face to face! Moreover, I think this is not only It''s only about you, and it should be a reflection of a writer''s responsible attitude towards readers. In addition, your friend, Ms. Rowling, the author of "Harry Potter", has accepted my invitation." Oprah Winfrey interrupted.


    "Rowling agreed?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise. In his impression, Rowling is also a person who does not like to be disturbed by the media.


    "That''s right!" Oprah Winfrey nodded with a smile, "We talked a lot, and she agreed to be a guest on my show. In addition, the invitation to Mr. Guo was also based on her suggestion!"


    Although it has not been confirmed by Rowling, Guo Shouyun believes that as Oprah Winfrey, the other party will not cheat on this matter.


    After a moment of silence, Guo Shouyun nodded after thinking about it in his heart.


    "Ms Winfrey, it''s an honor to be invited by you!"


    "It''s also my honor!"


    Oprah Winfrey had a wider smile on her face.


    Just then, loud applause suddenly came from the living room. When the three of them looked over curiously, they quickly understood the reason.


    Mr. Bush, who had just ascended the presidential throne, was walking in from the door with his wife. Looking at the middle-aged man who was waving his hands and shaking hands with the guests who were approaching him, Guo Shouyun read out four words from his expression: self-satisfied.


    That''s right, being able to ascend to the most glorious presidential throne in the United States is the ultimate achievement in a person''s life. Guo Shouyun is also envious of the power in his hands and his name in the history. However, he himself knew that the throne of the US president was basically impossible for him in this life.


    There is no doubt that the first person that Xiao Bu~shi wants to communicate with must be the five top powerful figures in the United States in the middle of the banquet hall. Then it''s the other people''s turn. As for whether he can chat with the president in the end, it is also unknown.


    The $3 million in political cash is still a significant weight when the other party is not on the presidency. But now, everything is hard to say. Fortunately, Guo Shouyun''s goal is not this Mr. President who everyone is flattering.


    "You two, excuse me!"


    "Mr. Guo, please!"


    Oprah Winfrey, who achieved her goal, laughed.


    At the same time, George Solo Roosevelt also smiled and nodded. However, his eyes did not leave Guo Shouyun''s body, instead he pursued the other party''s back with interest, his face full of inquiry.


    No matter what the two of them thought, after Guo Shouyun walked through the crowd with a wine glass, he found a fat middle-aged man in a black suit, with golden glasses and an amiable demeanor.


    "Karl, it''s been a while!"


    "Oh, Bruce, I was looking for you just now!" Karl Rove, who was holding a wine glass, stepped forward and gave him a simple hug in Guo Shouyun''s slightly surprised eyes. This kind of intimacy not only exceeded Guo Shouyun''s expectations, but also made the faces of the people around him look surprised.


    You know, Karl Rove is no ordinary person. This is a top talent who spent ten years turning an incompetent alcoholic into a president.


    Not only that, he has hand-picked candidates, planned the political strategies of the states, raised and mobilized funds, and became the command center of the Republican Party, from the Congress to the gubernatorial elections. He combined old-fashioned grassroots democratic political games with Internet technology to create an unprecedented political mobilization machine.


    He is also regarded as a master of "black tricks", with a group of robbers, good at "political assassination", and committing crimes without leaving fingerprints. At the same time, his political philosophy has found a grassroots political philosophy and a language for the Republican Party to communicate with the common people.


    It can be said that he is both a forward-looking strategist and a hands-on tactician, and can also act as a sapper and an assassin when necessary. He is not only the brain of Bush, but the brain of the Republican Party. His performance has transformed American bipartisan politics. In private, everyone called the fat guy the ''architect of the White House''. He has a solid network of contacts in American politics.


    The reason Guo Shouyun got to know the other party was also because of his huge amount of political cash. And Karl Rove, as the brain of the young Bush campaign team, whenever he needed funds, Guo Shouyun was almost responsive, and he was not stingy.


    Coupled with the power of the Internet in his hands, it has greatly helped the other party''s publicity. Sometimes Guo Shouyun even used his previous knowledge to give advice to the other party. Therefore, after more than half a year, the relationship between the two parties has passed the unfamiliar stage, and they have become friends under Guo Shouyun''s deliberate friendship! It''s just that the foundation of this kind of friend is not too deep.


    It is precisely because of this that Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but be surprised when Karl Rove guarded the countless famous gentlemen present to reveal the close relationship between the two.


    "I was thinking of coming to see you just now, but seeing that there are too many guests around you, I postponed it until now!" Guo Shouyun, who quickly calmed down, smiled.


    "It''s okay, I''m very happy to have you here! Come on, let me introduce you! This is David Rubinstein, the managing director and general manager of The Carlyle Group!"


    This middle-aged man with black-rimmed glasses, gray hair, and a serious expression on his face, smiled and stretched out his right hand towards Guo Shouyun.


    "Actually, I don''t need to introduce myself, I''m also very familiar with Mr. Guo!"


    Guo Shouyun, of course, understood the meaning of this sentence, and smiled after holding the other party''s right hand: "LinkedIn very much hopes to be able to cooperate with the Carlyle Group!"


    David Rubinstein''s eyes lit up, "Of course, this is what we expect too!"


    "Now that you know each other, I won''t talk too much. Bruce, this is Timothy Geithner, currently the Deputy Secretary of the Treasury for International Affairs!"


    Looking at the short middle-aged man with brown-blond curly hair and sharp eyes in front of him, Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank, and he was no stranger to this name. After the financial crisis that swept the world seven years later, Gein, the small man who served as Treasury secretary of the United States, and Federal Reserve Chairman Bernanke, former Treasury Secretary Paulson, were hailed as the ''save of the financial crisis''. The Three Musketeers'' especially Timothy Geithner''s down-to-earth style, as well as his superb financial skills, have made him highly acclaimed in American politics and economics twice.


    The "stress test" he led on banks effectively stabilized the panic in financial markets and made it a common tool for maintaining the stability of the US financial system. Geithner is also pushing for the largest financial regulation package in U.S. history, as well as playing a role in negotiations with Republicans on fiscal issues.


    "Washington Post" commented: Except for Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke, few people have provoked such a heavy burden for the US and even the global economy.


    When Guo Shouyun was an editor at NetEase, every time he wrote about the subprime mortgage crisis, Timothy Geithner''s name always appeared the most. So even if it was rebirth, he was very impressed with this person.


    "Mr. Geithner, nice to meet you!"


    Guo Shouyun''s respectful tone was surprising. After all, with his current status and wealth, he is no worse than Timothy Geithner in terms of influence.


    However, his attitude won the favor of the other party.


    "Mr. Guo is very polite. It''s also my honor to meet you. By the way, this is my wife Carol!"


    After briefly looking at the middle-aged woman standing beside Timothy Geithner, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Mrs. Geithner, it''s nice to meet you!"


    "Thank you! Mr. Guo, I am a loyal fan of your books. I especially like "The Bookstore on the Island" and "Spring in the Cattle Class". I hope you can sign for me later!"


    "It''s my pleasure!"


    After a brief introduction, several people started chatting with each other. Except for Timothy Geithner''s dullness, whether it is Karl Rove or David Rubinstein, including Guo Shouyun, they are all talkative. So the whole atmosphere is very harmonious.


    However, as the brain of Little Bush, there are not many people who want to know Karl Rove. Through his light, Guo Shouyun also met many prominent figures in American politics, business, and even the military. Among them was Colin Luther Powell, the Secretary of Defense, whom he had met for the first time.


    Of course, among these people, he was only a small person. Even, it was because of Karl Rove''s face that they had a nod to him. But this is not important, the important thing is that with this relationship, many things in the future will be possible to continue.


    As for our new president, Guo Shouyun only met with the other party in a hurry under the leadership of Karl Rove when the banquet was more than halfway through, and chatted no more than five words. The president went to deal with those with higher status and more influence.


    Although Guo Shouyun was a little disappointed to receive such treatment, it was within his expectation. There are too many people better than him at the most prestigious banquets in America.


    Just like the words he often heard in his previous life: If you don''t get to the capital, you don''t know your official position, and you don''t know how much money you have if you don''t get to the devil. The same reasoning can apply here as well. You didn''t know you were so small until the presidential dinner in Washington.


    Of course, this trip was not without him. In addition to getting acquainted with Mr. President With his contacts, he successfully developed with Timothy Geithner into a platinum member of his private club. And, of course, Karl Rove got the same treatment.


    Maybe it was God''s arrangement. This resourceful Bush think tank has been favored by him since the day he met. Not only gave him a lot of helpful suggestions in the past company operations. In this banquet, he did not hesitate to use intimacy to show the relationship between the two. It has provided great help for Guo Shouyun to expand his social circle.


    In the end, when Karl Rove happily accepted the platinum card of the Hanshan Courtyard Club when the banquet was over, Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart: If there is any noble person around him a year after his rebirth, it must be Karl Rove .


    Even he himself didn''t know where he fell into the other party''s eyes. But he can confirm that the other party''s concern for him is not deliberate, and it is definitely sincere.


    "But it''s always a good thing, isn''t it?" Guo Shouyun thought.


    Especially at such a time, having such help is very helpful to him. However, Guo Shouyun also understands that human feelings cannot be used indiscriminately. Otherwise, even the most intimate relationship will become estranged.


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    Looking at Guo Shouyun, who was laughing and leaving together with the Timothy Geithners, Blank Fein said indifferently: "It seems that this Mr. Guo is more difficult to deal with than we thought before."


    "I didn''t expect Karl Rove to have such a close relationship with him!" Henry Parsons nodded in agreement, "but it doesn''t matter too much. The hound project is Kenneth and Jeffrey''s business, we just Incidentally. The real profit maker is Enron itself. Besides, I''m more interested in the big market on the other side of the Pacific that is about to open up."


    Blank Fein nodded and glanced at his peers who dominated the **** next to him, "I think it is necessary for us to communicate each other''s goals in advance, so as not to make jokes in front of the Chinese people!"


    "OK!"


    Henry Parsons agreed after some thought. Anyway, Huaxia has a lot of goals, and his family can''t eat it.


    After lingering in Washington for a week, consolidating his relationship with Karl Rove and Timothy Geithner, and making some friends in the political and legal circles, Guo Shouyun flew to Chicago.


    This large city on the shores of Lake Michigan in the Midwest of the United States is the largest financial center in the United States outside New York. It is also the most balanced city in the United States and has a reputation as the home of skyscrapers. Here, Phoenix also has its own office.


    "boss!"


    "Are they all here?"


    Wendy, who flew from San Francisco to Chicago, nodded, "Here, I''ll be waiting for you in the conference room!"


    Guo Shouyun sorted out his clothes, turned around and walked out. And Wendy quickly followed with the information in her arms. When he pushed open the glass door of the conference room, more than 20 people stood up in a ''crashing''. However, judging from their sitting positions, they were vaguely divided into two factions. One faction is led by Michael Moretz on the left, and the other is led by William Zhang.


    Guo Shouyun knew this well. After his eyes quickly swept over everyone, he walked to the center of the conference room.


    "It''s nice to see you all here, please take a seat!"


    After speaking concisely, Guo Shouyun waved his hand and waited for everyone to sit down, "Today I have called everyone to Chicago for three main reasons. First, report your performance in the past year. Second, let me know that you will at least be in the future. Three years of planning. Third, and the most important topic of this meeting...the merger of the two companies!"


    When Guo Shouyun finished speaking, there was a moment of commotion in the conference room, but it soon subsided. After Michael Moretz and William Zhang each looked at each other, their expressions remained the same. Apparently they had expected it.


    "Michael, let''s start with your Phoenix Capital?" Guo Shouyun said.


    After Michael Moretz nodded, he stood up.


    "It has been nearly a year since Phoenix Capital was established, and the company''s funds have grown from the first three to seven now, investing in the Internet, high-tech, biotechnology, real estate, and financial fields, respectively. And No. 6 Mezzanine Fund and No. 7 Senior Bond Fund.��


    Mezzanine funds and senior bond funds, common among E corporations. Because it is often used in MO and leveraged financing.


    "... Among them, the No. 1 Fund is managed by Paul Ritter." Following his words, a middle-aged man with black curly hair nodded to Guo Shouyun and the people around him.


    The fund manager is the soul of a fund, and his ability directly determines the performance of the fund. Therefore, at this meeting, Guo Shouyun not only invited the senior management of each company, but also called the heads of each fund here.


    "...Currently, No. 1 Fund has total assets under management of US$298 million and owns stocks of 21 Internet companies including Ayal, Owl, Rotten Tomatoes, and Netflix."


    "The second fund is in charge of Bethany Lane. The total assets under management are 127 million US dollars. Currently, it owns 9 companies including Besas, Cisco and Microchip Technology."


    Bethany Lane is the only woman in Phoenix.


    "The No. 3 Fund is in charge of Peter Elkind and currently manages total assets of US$98.37 million. It has options for 7 companies including Biogen Idea and Celgene."


    Guo Shouyun gave Peter Elkind a special look, because he was very similar to the fat man who opened a bakery in the movie "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" in his last life.


    Later, Michael Moretz introduced the heads of the other four funds one by one. And report on the total number of assets under management, as well as the fund''s investment directory.


    It can be seen from the results that Michael Moritz has deeper connections than Zhang Lei on the other side of the ocean. In just one year, he has used his excellent ability. The Phoenix Capital, which had invested around US$100 million before and after Guo Shouyun, was turned into an investment institution with US$743 million.


    More importantly, Guo Shouyun combined his past life memories, most of the companies invested by the other party have great potential. However, this is also understandable. If Michael Moretz is not good, I am afraid he will not be able to replace Don Valentine as CEO of Sequoia Capital.


    Of course, in this life he will work for Guo Shouyun.


    "In the next three years, Phoenix Capital has three goals. First, to achieve at least 300% growth in the company''s assets under management. Second, to ensure an annual rate of return of not less than 15%. Third, to expand the company''s business to Europe !"


    After looking at this confident and proud subordinate, Guo Shouyun nodded and asked, "Is Netflix going to go public soon?"


    Michael Moretz was taken aback by Guo Shouyun''s sudden change of topic, but he quickly nodded his head.


    "Yes! When I communicated with Reed Hastings, they were indeed listed in the preparation room and are currently looking for an underwriting company. As for the time, there is no accurate news. But it should be around June this year!" Paused After a while, "Boss, should we take the opportunity to sell some shares?"


    When he decided to invest in Netflix, Guo Shouyun explained that if Michael Moritz wanted to sell Netflix''s stock, he must get his approval.


    Obviously, from Michael Moritz''s eyes, Guo Shouyun saw that he wanted to sell. As for Guo Shouyun himself. If it was changed half a year ago, he would definitely not sell it. UU reading www.uukanshu. com because he knows the future of Netflix very well in his heart. However, now his mind has changed.


    "Can sell 8%!"


    Michael Moretz''s eyes lit up and nodded quickly. At the current valuation of Netflix, 8% is also US$200-300 million, which is a huge sum.


    Looking at his appearance, Guo Shouyun smiled. He sold part of Netflix because he knew it. After 9/11, Internet stocks are set for their biggest drop since the Nasdaq crisis. At that time, he can buy back 8% or even more stocks at a lower price.


    In addition, when a company first goes public, it is often the time when its stock price is at its highest within half a year to a year. The price difference between the two can definitely make Guo Shouyun a fortune.


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    "Are there any idle funds on the No. 1 Fund''s books now?"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s eyes, Paul Ritter, who is in charge of managing the No. 1 Fund, said quickly, "There are still 24.8 million US dollars!"


    "Don''t use this money for now. LinkedIn is about to launch its A round of financing, and this money will be invested in it!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    In this regard, both Michael Moretz and Paul Ritter showed joy. LinkedIn is now hot in Silicon Valley investment circles. Being able to invest in it is of great help to enhance the reputation and credibility of Phoenix Capital. Of course, this is also Guo Shouyun''s original intention.


    "In addition, when Netflix is ??listed, I will raise the funds. But don''t worry, I will give it to you after I use it up."


    "Yes, BOSS!"


    Hearing that Guo Shouyun did not directly withdraw the funds, Paul Ritter was relieved. If the size of the fund is reduced, his dividends will be reduced accordingly.


    "By the way, Michael. I''ve read the report you gave me. I''ll talk to you privately in a while."


    Michael Moretz nodded.


    Next, it was naturally William Zhang''s turn to report. Because Guo Shouyun just heard it once two weeks ago, so this time there is not much change from the last time. In addition to the Phoenix Trust, the largest fund of the Phoenix Fund is ''Phoenix Currency B''. Because of the security of the currency fund, Guo Shouyun has combined the revenue of Matrix Films, the revenue of Matrix Cinema, the revenue of Matrix Games, and PayPal''s precipitation funds, LinkedIn and Google, and the revenue of almost all companies under the Matrix Business Group are placed in it for turnover.


    Anyway, they are investing in short-term government bonds and short-term bonds of large companies, which are extremely safe and liquid assets, and will not incur losses. And the average income of 4.8% is much more cost-effective than comparable banks.


    It is precisely because of this that the capital scale of Phoenix Currency B has accumulated to 689 million US dollars, 80% of which are liquid assets of Guo Shouyun''s companies.


    After listening to William Zhang''s report, Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it for a while, then nodded and then asked, "How is my account for you?"


    "According to your request, we have selected three companies that can greatly complement our business!" After putting the information in front of Guo Shouyun, William Zhang continued, "They are Oppenheimer, Anshuo Company and Allen Asset Management.��


    "Oppenheimer Company, full name: Oppenheimer Holding Company. Founded in 1881, it is an old financial company on Wall Street. It currently owns Oppenheimer Management Company, Oppenheimer Capital Company and Oppenheimer Company. , engaged in a series of financial services such as investment banking, financial consulting, wealth management, asset management, trust, etc. According to their latest data, in 2000, they managed a total of $25.3 billion in assets, with an income of $1.019 billion and a net profit of $25.1 million. The M&A investment is expected to be between $400 million and $550 million.��


    "Anshuo Company, established in 1989, is engaged in trust, mutual fund and asset management business. Currently, it owns 27 different types of funds, with assets under management of US$56.28 billion in 2000, operating income of US$836 million and net income of US$79.34 million. M&A investment is expected to be between $750 million and $900 million.��


    "Quansheng Asset Management, founded in 1924, is the world''s oldest asset management company and is known as the pioneer of ''mutual funds''. It currently manages 38 funds with assets under management reaching US$90 billion. Total revenue in 2000 was 398 million US dollars, net profit of 117 million US dollars! It is expected that the investment in mergers and acquisitions will be 1.2 to 1.8 billion US dollars.��


    While listening to William Zhang''s words and flipping through the documents in his hand, Guo Shouyun''s brain was running at high speed at the same time. Since it has been decided that the financial industry is the focus of future development, it is natural to be willing to invest. And the best way to grow is through mergers and acquisitions.


    "Which one do you think is the most suitable for us?" Guo Shouyun said after putting down the information.


    "Anshuo Corporation! ... First of all, Oppenheimer''s business is too complicated, especially investment banking and financial consulting, which is not an industry we enter in the short term. In addition, although Quansheng Asset Management fits our business, the management capital is too large , In terms of our current size, it is too difficult to integrate. Therefore, the most suitable company is Anshuo, which not only fits our business system, but also does not invest too much. The important thing is that Anshuo will not be too expensive to acquire. difficulty!"


    "Oh?"


    "Carol Lusmi, the founder of Anshuo, is about to retire. I think he will consider it as long as we come up with a suitable price!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, looked at the three documents in his hand, "Put them here first, and I''ll give you the answer in a week."


    When it comes to huge mergers and acquisitions, he has to investigate through his own channels before making a decision.


    "clear!"


    Guo Shouyun put his hands and fingers on the table, and his more and more majestic eyes quickly swept over everyone.


    "I approve of the operation of Phoenix Fund in the next three years, but I have some opinions on the investment direction of each fund, and I hope you can do it. ... First of all, Phoenix High-tech Industry Stock Fund!"


    As its fund manager, Carrie Welch''s expression instantly turned solemn.


    "In the next three years, Apple, ARM, Oracle, RIM, Qualcomm, AMD, Seagate Technology, NVIDIA, long positions, and the investment ratio of each company cannot be less than 6%! The rest of the investment direction is up to you."


    "Boss, Apple and Qualcomm''s performance is not good!" Carrie Welch hesitated for a moment, but still firmly put forward her own ideas.


    "Carrie, no stock is up for the long haul. A short-term decline doesn''t mean they don''t have a bright future."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s firm expression, Carrie Welch didn''t say anything more.


    "...Phoenix Internet Hybrid Fund!"


    Laurie Freebow quickly met Guo Shouyun''s gaze.


    "Amazon, eBay, Yahoo, Netflix, Cisco, Verizon, ATT, long positions! The investment ratio must not be less than 7%!"


    Compared to Carrie Welch, Laurie Freebow, as a fund manager, nodded rather naively.


    "...Phoenix Catering Stock Fund!"


    Zhou Wei straightened his back subconsciously. As a Chinese fund manager who had just joined Phoenix Fund Company, he managed a fund of only 15 million US dollars. He has the most shallow roots, so he wants to work hard to perform better in front of his boss.


    "Coca-Cola, Starbucks, Parkson China, Panda Express, McDonald''s, long positions. The proportion of investment must not be less than 8%!"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun ignored the following monetary funds and index funds. Index funds are passively managed funds, and the human factor is too low. Basically, they rise and fall with the market. As for monetary funds, the float is too small, the safety factor is high, and the fees for key subscription and redemption are too low.


    "Michael, Phoenix Capital is not just a VC. You can also invest in the companies I mentioned just now. But it must be a long position."


    "Yes, Bsss!"


    "The next step is the adjustment of the company structure!" After a pause, everyone''s eyes were focused, "Although Phoenix Capital, Phoenix Fund, Phoenix Trust, and Thunder Fund are all subsidiaries of Phoenix Holding Company. But there has always been a lack of a headquarters organization to coordinate the resources of various companies. This time I brought you together to solve this problem. After careful consideration, I decided that I should be the chairman and chief executive officer of Phoenix Holdings. Executive Officer, and is directly responsible for the management of Lei Ting Private Equity Fund; William Zhang is the COO of Phoenix Company and is temporarily responsible for managing Phoenix Fund; Michael Moritz is the co-CEO of Phoenix Company and is responsible for the management of Phoenix Capital; Phoenix Trust, because there is no suitable For the time being, I will take care of the candidates.��


    "In addition, the former Phoenix Capital CFO Patty Sellers was promoted to the Chief Financial Officer of Phoenix Holdings. The former Phoenix Fund CHO Tim Smith, served as the Chief Human Resources Officer of Phoenix Holdings." After promoting one, "In addition, newly joined the company Mr. David Reinisey, will serve as Chief Risk Officer of Phoenix Holdings."


    A bald middle-aged man with golden glasses and a serious expression got up and greeted everyone. This elite graduate of Harvard Business School with 15 years of financial experience was poached from First Boston Bank.

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    Chapter 182 California Energy Crisis


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    "In addition, Phoenix will implement a partner system. Fund managers and company executives who have worked in the company for seven years and have outstanding performance will receive options in their subsidiary companies and become company partners. Those who have worked for 15 years and have outstanding performance Fund managers and company executives will become senior partners of each subsidiary."


    For a fund, its soul is the fund manager. A stable and excellent fund manager can not only gain the trust of clients, but also make the fund stably increase in value. Therefore, for any fund company, the fund manager is the object of priority.


    Guo Shouyun''s words made the entire conference room boil. For a company like Phoenix, which is in a period of rapid development, the most precious thing she has is options. Guo Shouyun''s promise undoubtedly made them see opportunities in the future.


    "BOSS, won''t the head office go public in the future?"


    Michael Moretz asked.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "The only company that will go public in the future of Phoenix may be the Phoenix Fund. However, if you want to sell shares, I can buy them at the market price. Or you can participate in over-the-counter transactions yourself! I believe that many people will be interested in Phoenix shares at that time!" After a moment, Guo Shouyun looked around, "Who else has business?"


    William Zhang raised his right hand, and after Guo Shouyun nodded, "Boss, Enron''s stock price is rebounding, are we selling the short Enron we hold?"


    "No, now is not the time!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head decisively. Since the insider trading between Enron, Morgan and Goldman Sachs has been guessed, it is even more impossible to sell Enron''s short position at this time. Otherwise, wouldn''t he become an accomplice? And, I''m afraid those guys are waiting for him to do it!


    William Zhang originally planned to persuade Guo Shouyun to put An Ran''s short position in his pocket first. But after hearing the determination in the other party''s tone, he swallowed the words that came to his lips.


    After asking again, seeing that no one spoke again, Guo Shouyun said, "William, Michael, David, Paul, Patty, and Tim stay, and the others will leave the meeting!"


    After the middle-level people left, Guo Shouyun glanced back and forth between Michael Moritz and Paul Lehman, looking at the remaining company executives, "Who are you coming?"


    "Let Paul talk about it. This project was originally proposed by him, and he has led people from the PE department of Phoenix Capital to study for half a year. No one here knows better than him!"


    Following his words, everyone focused their attention on the middle-aged man sitting next to him in a black suit, with a slender face and deep-set eye sockets showing wise and sharp eyes.


    Paul Lehman, Executive President of Phoenix Capital, Head of PE Department, Master of Financial Engineering from Princeton University, Ph.D. in Economics from Harvard, former elite of Blackstone Group.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, raised his right hand slightly, and made a ''please'' gesture.


    Paul Lehman, who had been prepared for a long time, turned on the computer in front of him with a serious look. After connecting to the projector, he began to explain to everyone the first big project he had carefully prepared after joining Phoenix Capital.


    "Everyone must be aware of the California energy crisis that has not ended since May 22, 2000. During the energy crisis of nearly a year, the California Independent System Operating Company, which is ISO, was forced to implement 123 The second state of emergency, compared with 17 times in three years from 98 to 99. At the same time, electricity prices have also risen from the previous $25 to $40 per megawatt/hour to the current $250. While outside California Electricity prices have risen to $1,500 or even $5,000. Because California regulates electricity prices, power sales companies cannot pass on the cost of rising electricity prices to consumers. At the current price of $92 per megawatt/hour in California, all California Electricity sales companies lose dollars for every megawatt/hour they sell.��


    ��As a result, California��s major electric utilities have been heavily indebted over the past year or so. Except for San Diego Gas, which is in slightly better shape because of its own adequate power plants and natural gas reserves. The other two major California electric utilities: Pacific Power and Gas, and Southern California Edison, are on the brink of collapse! Pacific Power and Gas, in particular, sold most of its natural gas-fired power plants during California''s deregulation in the 1990s. The losses are particularly severe.��


    With the well-prepared slides, everyone present had a clear understanding of the California energy crisis that shook the entire United States.


    ��However, there is also an opportunity in the crisis. An opportunity to consolidate California��s electricity market!��


    With the voice, Paul Lehman''s face revealed a strong desire.


    "Paul, you mean an acquisition between the Pacific and Southern California?" William Zhao asked.


    "No, after all the mergers and acquisitions, the two are integrated into one!"


    Except for Guo Shouyun and Michael Moritz who knew in advance, everyone present was shocked by his boldness.


    "Paul, let''s not talk about the feasibility of your plan. Do you know how much capital is needed to acquire two large companies with a market value of over 10 billion? And can we come up with so much capital now?" Patty Cyrus asked wrinkly. Although the two who belong to Phoenix Capital usually have a good relationship. But out of responsibility, she has to be responsible for the company''s finances.


    ��The stock price of Pacific Power and Gas has fallen to $3, Southern California Edison has fallen to $4.8, and the combined market capitalization of both parties is less than $5 billion. And this number will continue to decrease as the energy crisis deepens. So, it''s not that we don''t have a chance."


    ��The investment needs to be profitable enough. The Pacific and Southern California combined, serving more than 10 million individual users, plus commercial users, conservatively estimate that they need more than 1.6 million megawatts of electricity per month! This means that If we took over two businesses, we would lose $425-$600 million a month, and that''s not including operating costs," said David Reiny West.


    "David, the California energy crisis can''t last forever."


    "Of course. But we don''t know when it will end. So, we have to seriously assess the risks of this project. And my role tells me that this is not the time to enter the California energy services market!"


    "Business investment is inherently risky. If we want to make huge profits, we need to be prepared to take risks. Otherwise, when it becomes clear, those competitors with better capital and shrewdness will not give us any chance."


    Subsequently, as to whether or not to enter the California energy market, David Reinisey, CFO Patty Sellers and COO William Zhang are undoubtedly opposed. And Michael Moretz also expressed his support for Paul Lehman as a matter of course. People who like to invest have a risk-taking gene in their bones. Obviously, both are the same kind of person. That''s why they can work together.


    After arguing for a while with no results, everyone involuntarily stopped and focused on Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the center and could really make the decision.


    Hearing that the surrounding arguments gradually ceased, Guo Shouyun, who was immersed in thinking, also raised his head, his deep eyes quickly swept across the crowd, and stopped on Paul Lehman.


    "The messenger behind California''s energy crisis is Enron, right?"


    "Enron, Montana Power, Baoying, El Paso were the masterminds, and they orchestrated a plan called the ''Death Star'' to cut electricity in half from the rest of the United States, as well as Canada and Mexico, into California. Miron, Duke Energy, Dalizhi and Trust are accomplices. They shut down half of the production capacity of their respective power plants in California at a critical moment in the name of maintenance, which directly reduced California��s electricity supply by a quarter. The coordinated actions of the inside and the outside have directly caused California��s electricity prices to lose control, and as of now the entire California has lost nearly 13 billion US dollars in electricity.�� Paul Lehman said solemnly.


    After a brief silence in the entire conference room, David Reinich couldn''t help but sigh: "These energy companies are so greedy!"


    "The pursuit of profit is the essence of capital, which is why we are sitting here!" Paul Lehman said.


    Guo Shouyun has no interest in investigating the greed of businessmen and capital. He cares about Paul Lehman''s projects.


    "It''s already February. But the California energy crisis still has no sign of ending, and even after California repealed the Energy Control Act, it became more and more serious." After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked directly at Paul Lehman, "Paul, you Knowing that the company''s money can''t go into a bottomless pit with no future in sight."


    "Boss, we all know that electricity prices can''t be high forever, and whether it''s the California state government or the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, they need to consider a more serious crisis when things get out of hand. After all, people''s patience is limited. In addition, I think the peak of California''s energy crisis is over now. Although electricity prices are still high, after some investigation, we will find that the external electricity price in California has dropped by $157 compared to mid-January. Not much, but it is It can be seen as a weather vane for the fall in electricity prices. Moreover, the price of natural gas, which is directly related to electricity prices, also fell slightly.��


    "In addition, the power plants of Miron and Duke Energy cannot be maintained forever. If it exceeds 12 months, it is equivalent to telling the government and the public that they are deliberately manipulating the energy market."


    ��The 2000 Nasdaq crisis not only ended the dot-com bubble, but actually ended the bull market that started in the 1990s. Today, the entire U.S. economy is in a downturn. Oil, or natural gas and electricity, are in a bear market in the long run. The California energy crisis is a man-made black swan event, and it''s not meant to last.  �� And I''m judging that the crisis will last until May, or June at most. will end."


    Looking at his confident eyes, Guo Shouyun was silent for a moment, "Let''s not mention the price paid for acquiring the two companies. If everything is according to your guess, we have to pay 1 billion to 1.5 billion US dollars if we want to survive until the electricity price falls. Loss, this is not a small amount!"


    "Boss, as a result of paying these prices we were able to get a total of $70 billion in assets, with more than 10 million customers, the largest utility company in the United States. Of course, the two companies have liabilities as high as $22 billion. But as a utility , the returns are very stable. As long as we get through this energy crisis, the combined company will generate more than $17 billion in revenue and $1.6 billion in net income.��


    ��Returns from utilities are really solid, but the debt level of $22 billion is simply too high. Also, combined, the two companies are only generating about $3 billion in annual operating income. After operating costs, taxes, the annual revenue is not enough to 220 Interest on $100 million in debt," David Reinysey denied.


    We all know that revenue and operating income are two different concepts. Revenue includes the total amount of funds to sign the contract. The operating income is only the actual funds received. The former may take several years to arrive in the account, while the latter is the real annual income and the part that needs to be taxed.


    "If this is not the case, there will be our opportunities there!" Paul Lehman said.


    "If the opportunity brings not steady gains but continual losses, it''s worthless!"


    David Reinesey is **** for tat.


    In his opinion, who has been engaged in risk control in the financial and investment industries for more than ten years, Paul Lehman is simply joking with the company''s money.


    You must know that fixed assets and debts are not the same. Assets will depreciate rapidly with the aging of equipment and debts are increasing day by day. If the proceeds from the assets fail to repay the loan and interest, the business is not far from going out of business. In fact, that''s where Pacific Power and Gas, as well as Southern California Edison, are now.


    After arguing for a while, the two turned their attention to Guo Shouyun again. In fact, Guo Shouyun couldn''t make up his mind. The stability of returns for utilities, and the high profits he coveted. But he doesn''t know when California''s energy crisis will end. Once it lasts too long, then these two companies are not opportunities but traps.


    "I''m afraid this is also what Enron, Morgan and Goldman Sachs would like to see!" Guo Shouyun thought.


    "Today''s meeting will be held here temporarily. After you go back, each of you will write a report to me based on today''s topic!"


    Guo Shouyun neither denied nor affirmed. He also needs to assess the risks of the project.


    Everyone had different expressions about his decision. Although Paul Lehman was a little disappointed. However, he also understands that this kind of high-risk investment project will not make hasty decisions on anyone. ()


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 Chapter 183： biggest political investment

    Chapter 183 The biggest political investment


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    "Wait a moment!"


    When everyone was about to get up and leave, Patty Sellers hurriedly asked everyone to stop.


    "Bosses, everyone. I think we need to address one question first before we move on to this topic: Where does the money to buy Pacific and Southern California come from? Although they are now on the brink of bankruptcy because of the California energy crisis, if we want to win More than half of the shares of the two need at least more than 2 billion funds. But now the No. 6 and No. 7 funds under Phoenix Capital are only $137 million, which is too far from the target!"


    As the former CFO of Phoenix Capital, he is very clear about the company''s internal financial situation.


    "Our financial solution was: the company itself raises a $750 million fund, then a $300 million bond is issued against the company''s future revenue, and finally a $1.65 billion or so with Netflix shares as collateral The overall financial leverage is 2.7 billion US dollars!" After a pause, Paul Lehman turned his attention to Guo Shouyun, his meaning was self-evident, "We hope to get the boss''s support on this project."


    "If you didn''t get your plan ahead of time, I really doubt if you heard that I sold the second ABS asset-backed securities before this plan came up!"


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun said quickly: "It''s okay if you want us to support you financially. But that requires a detailed M&A plan and a detailed analysis of the future energy market. And after the successful merger, the development plan of this public utility company for at least ten years! ... As long as the materials you have prepared can convince me, I will give you more support!"


    "Yes!"


    Paul Lehman''s eyes lit up and answered confidently.


    "Who has questions?"


    After everyone looked at each other, they didn''t speak again.


    "Let''s break up!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand and walked out of the conference room with Wendy.


    "Boss, did you really decide to support Paul''s proposal?" Wendy said worriedly after returning to the office.


    "As long as he can make me feel like the plan is doable, I think I should support him!"


    "But now our situation...!"


    "Wendy!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile after interrupting her, "Do you think I will fall into extreme poverty in my current state?"


    After thinking for a while, Wendy shook her head. The talent of the man in front of her was something she had only seen in her life, and this was what attracted her to him.


    "That''s it! Even if Google, LinkedIn, PayPal, and even Guo''s Business, Phoenix and Matrix are all lost, as long as I still have this brain, as long as I can still write books, I can still live as a billionaire. So, although the threats of Enron, Morgan and Goldman Sachs are very strong, and confrontation with them will even make the efforts of the past year go to waste, but as long as I am here, then there is still a chance to make a comeback. I reserved Huaxia as a retreat."


    Wendy suddenly remembered that the boss in front of her, from investing in China to now, seems to have never used his assets in the country on the other side of the world for capital operations.


    Guo Shouyun smiled confidently as he looked at the beautiful woman''s wide eyes and said, "After thinking about it for a while, I also want to understand. Instead of trembling and seeking self-protection under the threats of Enron, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan, it is better to do my best. A ''fight'' with them. If you lose, start over; if you win, I''ll get more!"


    "Boss, I will fight with you to the end!"


    Guo Shouyun''s heart was moved by the hot eyes of the beautiful woman, but he couldn''t resist. After coughing twice, he changed the subject, "Is what I asked you to prepare ready?"


    After a trace of loss flashed in her eyes, Wendy, who quickly packed up her mood, nodded, "It''s ready, put it in the office next to you!"


    "That''s good, remember to remind me tomorrow!"


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    Rose Park, an upscale neighborhood adjacent to the University of Chicago. Although the security, greenery and services are not as good as those of the top wealthy areas, they already belong to the highest level that middle-class families can enjoy in Chicago.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Guo Shouyun briefly looked at the two-storey villa surrounded by fences and had a pale yellow appearance, then pushed open the car door and walked out.


    "Karl, you stay here!"


    The captain of the black water bodyguard who accompanied him nodded. Then he took out the gift prepared in advance from the trunk. Guo Shouyun, who had been here twice before, pushed open the wooden door with ease, and took Wendy along the stone road to the door and rang the doorbell.


    It didn''t take long for footsteps from far to near came from inside.


    "Crack!"


    With a light sound, a tall black man appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Bruce, welcome!"


    "Barack, congratulations!"


    After stepping up to hug each other, Guo Shouyun handed over the gift in his hand.


    "This is a gift for Michelle!"


    "Thank you! Wendy, you are getting more and more beautiful!"


    After thanking him, "I''ll go see Michelle first, let''s talk!"


    This is not the first time Wendy has come here. With her mature communication skills, her relationship with the Ao Guanhai family is even stronger than Guo Shouyun, who can be friends.


    "She''s on the second floor!" Ao Guanhai reminded.


    "Know!"


    Wendy waved her hand, and the tall figure quickly disappeared around the corner of the stairs.


    Behind Ao Guanhai brought Guo Shouyun to the living room. After making a pot of coffee, the two sat down on the sofa.


    "Barack, how did you think about the things I mentioned on the phone last time?"


    "Sorry, Bruce. I still think the job of a professor at the University of Chicago Law School is more suitable for me!" Ao Guanhai shook his head.


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "I guessed that you would refuse. However, now that Michelle has given birth, you can''t stop it any more. Moreover, the work of charitable foundations is what Michelle is good at."


    "Bruce, you know Michelle''s personality. It''s useless for me to lobby for you if she doesn''t want to!" Ao Guanhai laughed.


    "This is also my biggest headache!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun glanced at the man sitting opposite, "But I want to use Michelle''s wisdom and talent to help my husband go into politics in the future. She will never refuse!"


    Ao Guanhai narrowed his eyes, and he never concealed his desire to enter politics, which was the main reason why he refused Guo Shouyun to be the chairman of the ''Bruce Student Aid Foundation''.


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 Chapter 184： Queen Enron

    Chapter 184: Queen Enron


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    "To be honest. Although I would like to invite you to be the chairman of the ''Bruce Charity Foundation'', I am more optimistic about your development in politics!"


    "Oh why?"


    "I can''t tell, it may be an intuition! Moreover, my intuition has always been accurate!"


    Ao Guanhai was about to continue when he heard footsteps from upstairs and stopped again. Guo Shouyun then turned his head and stood up after watching Michelle and Wendy come down the stairs.


    "Bruce, welcome!"


    "Thank you!" After being polite, Guo Shouyun took a few steps forward and looked at the little baby who was being held in her arms, clenching fists with both hands, wide-eyed curiously looking at everything in front of him, and couldn''t help but praise: "It''s so beautiful!  �� Did she take her name?"


    "Sasha!"


    "It''s a beautiful name, who got it?"


    "Of course it is the father''s right to name the child!" Ao Guanhai laughed.


    Michelle rolled his eyes at him, but did not refute.


    "Barack, Michelle, can I be Sasha''s godfather?" Guo Shouyun said.


    After the two looked at each other, Michelle smiled and said, "We were worried about how to speak, but now it seems that everything will come naturally!"


    Ou Guanhai nodded in agreement. Although they don''t have too many utilitarian ideas, if the child''s godfather is a capable person, it will be a huge benefit to both the Aoguanhai family and Sasha''s future. At this time, Guo Shouyun, who has risen like a comet in the American business world, is undoubtedly an excellent godfather candidate.


    "Haha, in the future, I will do my best to help you cultivate Sasha into a talent!"


    Guo Shouyun is very happy in his heart, Ao Guanhai''s investment in future politics has finally become clear.


    "By the way, Michelle. I was chatting with Barack about your work just now. How''s it going? Come to my Bruce Foundation, I''ll keep the chairmanship for you!"


    "Bruce, Sasha is still too young..." Michelle hesitated.


    "I know. I have taken this into consideration. After you, the foundation will provide you with special conservation staff to help you take care of Sasha. And in the early stage, you only need to do a good job of where the donation funds go. As for fundraising, you can wait for you. Do it when you have more time.��


    After hesitating for a while, Michelle finally nodded.


    "Bruce, it looks like I''m going to work for you in the future!"


    "No, no, the Bruce Scholarship Foundation is not a profit-making organization. So, you are not working for me, but for those thousands of outstanding students who can''t afford to go to school!"


    "Well, you''re always right!"


    "Michelle, what I said is the truth!" After a pause, "Sasha is too cute, can you give me a hug?"


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun took the slightly dark-skinned life from Michelle with some caution. For the first time in his life, he held a baby with a strange emotion in his heart. Warm, touching, or something else.


    Glancing at him, Michelle took her husband''s hand and smiled and said, "Bruce, if you like children, you can have one with Wendy. I think she must be very willing!"


    Wendy blushed, but her bright eyes stared at the man beside her. Facing the ''sharp'' eyes of the three, Guo Shouyun felt embarrassed, and Guo Shouyun, who did not mention Molly Bevin in front of Ao Guanhai and his wife, said: "I am still young, and after two years my career has stabilized, It''s not too late to think about it... Michelle, I''m hungry, do you have anything to eat here?"


    Everyone knows that Guo Shouyun changed the subject. The loss on Wendy''s pretty face disappeared in a flash. And Michelle and Ao Guanhai wisely did not mention it again.


    "Wait a minute, I''ll get it for you!"


    "thanks!"


    There is no doubt that today''s lunch must be left at Ao Guanhai''s house, and he lingered for three or four hours in the afternoon. Until evening, he left Ao Guanhai with a platinum membership card from Hanshan Bieyuan before Guo Shouyun brought it with him. Take Wendy back to the hotel where she stayed.


    The company executives such as Michael Moritz and William Zhang who were summoned yesterday basically left. They came this time to participate in the company''s annual meeting proposed by Guo Shouyun. After the meeting, naturally they would not continue to stay in Chicago. After all, as the direct managers of the company, they still have a lot of work to do.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun himself was very busy. After staying in Chicago for three days, after attending the baptism of little Sasha, he hurriedly flew to Seattle with Wendy and a large group of bodyguards.


    Here, Qin Zhicheng, entrusted by Guo Shouyun, and Christopher Ritter, CEO of Thorn Bird Publishing Company, have been arguing with the negotiating team representing Amazon for more than a week, and the focus is still on the price.


    ��The difficulty now is: we insist that Amazon is only worth $2.6 billion, and the other side thinks Amazon should be valued at $3 billion. At the same time, they think that the market value of Thornbird Publishing is only $750 million, and we think that has The thornbird with good development prospects should get a higher premium, so insist on 1 billion US dollars. In order to bridge the differences between the two sides, we have been arguing for more than a week. " Qin Zhicheng said with a hint of helplessness on his face.


    The first negotiation he participated in after returning from Huaxia made him feel very difficult.


    "Bruce, it seems that if you want to reach a cooperation, only you and Jeff Bezos have to talk!" Christopher Ritter said.


    "I''m here this time for this, don''t worry!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "By the way, Rowling and Neil''s wedding is set for April 7th in Hawaii!"


    "Really? I really envy them."


    "Hehe, if you really want to get married, I think many beautiful girls are willing to be your brides!"


    "I''m not as attractive as you say!"


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun stood up, "Let''s eat, I''ll treat you today!"


    "I can''t ask for it!"


    Christopher and Qin Zhicheng stood up, and the three of them came to the hotel restaurant together. After dinner, Guo Shouyun, who had bid farewell to the two, had just returned to the room when Wendy walked over with her laptop. Looking at her slightly frowning brows, Guo Shouyun said in surprise, "What''s wrong?"


    "Look!"


    Wendy turned the computer screen around, and the content on it suddenly entered Guo Shouyun''s eyes. On the familiar Yahoo News page, a piece of news was pinned to the top.


    "Jeffrey Gilling will succeed Kenneth Lee as Enron CEO!"


    Accompanying the blacked-out title is a photo of Jeffrey Gilling in a black suit staring into the distance with arms folded on the cover of the latest edition of BusinessWeek. No matter from which angle you look at the past, the other person in this photo reveals infinite domineering.


    Click on the title, and the content is full of praises for Jeffrey Gilling, and there are also a series of financial institutions such as ******, Citi, Goldman Sachs, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, Bank of America, and ABN AMRO. The praise of the giant executives. Read through the whole article, Jeffrey Gilling has become one of the most successful managers in the United States, surpassing Oracle''s Larry Ellison, and Cisco''s helm John Chambers and other business giants, only second to Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.


    "Boss, as soon as the market opens tomorrow, Enron''s stock price will probably have a very big rise!" Wendy said worriedly.


    "Those guys on Wall Street have orchestrated it for so long, and it''s not just a one-day gain. But that''s okay. As long as Enron''s stock doesn''t go above $80, we don''t care."


    Except for a few senior executives in An Ran, no one knew the situation of this mud-footed giant better than Guo Shouyun.


    In addition to the pipeline business, a handful of power plants in the U.S. and Europe, and the energy trading sector are still profitable, while water, steel, fiber optics, paper, lumber, and Enron International as a whole are all big losers. If it is still a bull market in the 1990s, then with the hype of Jeffrey Gilling''s concept and the superb capital operation skills of Andrew Fastow, Enron can continue to support it for a while.


    But now after the Nasdaq crisis, the entire U.S. economy is turning into a bear market, and Wall Street''s capital is shrinking. The monetization of Enron''s assets, along with off-balance sheet financing, prepayment deals, and lavish administrative spending by Enron''s mid- and high-level executives, had long hollowed out the energy giant. Apart from bankruptcy, Guo Shouyun couldn''t think of any other way to save her.


    Oh, right. If Enron''s $38 billion debt was cut in half, and 80% of the top management was taken out for a major top-to-bottom operation, perhaps Enron could still be saved. But this disproportionate investment and return, almost no one wants. Anyway, Guo Shouyun is unwilling.


    After returning the computer to Wendy, Guo Shouyun sat on the sofa in the living room for a while. Now that Enron and Morgan''s actions had already begun, he couldn''t sit still.


    "Wendy!"


    Guo Shouyun beckoned, and after the beauty came over, "You call Will for me, I want to know the whereabouts of Rebecca Mark."


    "Rebecca Mark?"


    "She should now be the CEO of Enron''s subsidiary, Azulix Water Company!" Guo Shouyun said with a solemn look after nodding.


    Rebecca Mark, known as the ''Queen'' within Enron, is a shrewd, hard-working and energetic superwoman. Even though I traveled for 300 days in a year, I still performed my mother''s duties perfectly, and I almost never missed the children''s parent-teacher meeting and any performances. What''s more, it took her less than a decade to grow Enron International from a small, penniless company to an energy giant with assets of more than $7 billion.


    To be honest, Guo Shouyun admires such achievements. It is a pity that Rebecca Mark and Geoffrey Gilling, who were at their peak, unfortunately lost in the competition for the CEO of Enron, and were directly kicked out of the core layer of Enron.


    The office changed from Houston to London, and he became the CEO of Azulix, a subsidiary that was restructured after Enron bought Wessex Water in the UK. Because Jeffrey Gilling''s financial restraint on Azurix restricted Rebecca Mark''s series of operational plans, the conflict between the two almost became public.


    Therefore, when Guo Shouyun planned to look for the Allies within Enron, the first thing that came to his mind was Rebecca Mark.

 Chapter 185： quid pro quo

    Chapter 185 Exchange Conditions


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    Rebecca Mark may not know much about the deal inside Jeffrey Jilin''s inner circle, but Guo Shouyun can''t think of other more suitable candidates for the time being. Of course, for Guo Shouyun, who just wanted to make a breakthrough in Enron, Rebecca Mark was enough.


    After explaining to Wendy, Guo Shouyun returned to the study. After a phone call to Molly Bevan in London, I started writing as usual. Although the things at hand have become more and more with the development of the company, most of the creations based on the excellent movies and TV series in mind are also handed over to the people of the ''Kingfisher Group'' to ghostwrite, but similar to "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" , "Pirates of the Caribbean" these have been published, and put his writing stamp on the subsequent editions, but must be written by himself.


    Of course, compared to the previous speed, it is not bad to be able to write 2000 words a day now. Despite this, Guo Shouyun still does not intend to give up this business that can generate more than 45 million pre-tax profits for himself every month.


    Busy until ten thirty in the evening, Guo Shouyun went to bed regularly. Get up on time at six in the morning. He is close to fifty years old in his heart. In addition to his physiology, his psychology and living habits are all uncompromising uncle-levels.


    After exercising for half an hour, having eaten Wendy''s well-prepared breakfast, and putting on a custom-made high-end suit, Guo Shouyun arrived at Amazon''s office on time before nine o''clock in the morning.


    Because of an appointment in advance, in Amazon''s reception room, he met Jeff Bezos in the same suit.


    "Jeff, after seeing you, I suddenly remembered someone!"


    After holding Jeff Bezos'' hand, Guo Shouyun suddenly laughed.


    "Who?"


    "Professor Snape in "Harry Potter"! Oh, I almost forgot, it''s his actor Alan Rickman!" After looking at Jeff Bezos again, Guo Shouyun smiled Even bigger, "The only difference between the two of you is here!"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to his head.


    Jeff Bezos touched his bald head with his left hand, and there was a hint of helplessness in his tone, but he was more interested: "When the "Harry Potter" movie you made is released, I must See for yourself."


    "Haha, okay. I promise you won''t be disappointed!"


    "Sit down and talk."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and the two sat down on the sofa next to them.


    Jeff Bezos beckoned, and the secretary next to him hurriedly brought over the brewed teapot.


    "I know you like to drink tea, this is the Huaxia Dahongpao that I specially prepared, first-class!"


    "Really? Then I''ll have a good taste!"


    With more and more exchanges, the relationship between the two has become more and more warm now. After a brief chat, we got to the point.


    "Jeff, what do you think about the differences between the Amazons and the thornbirds compared to you?"


    "Bruce, that''s exactly what I wanted to ask."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I believe you have also seen the sales results of Thorn Bird Publishing Company in January this year. The pre-tax profit was 72 million US dollars. Just over half of February, it has already made 43.78 million pre-tax profits. From the current development trend Looking at it, the revenue of Thornbird will definitely exceed 600 million US dollars this year. Therefore, I think the double premium is not high for us. In addition, the continuity of the publishing industry is high, and the long-tail income of a book can be For decades. So $1 billion is a reasonable request no matter how you look at it. As for Amazon��!��


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked directly at the man opposite, "In 2000, you lost 1.412 billion, and in less than two months this year, you have lost 67 million. Jeff, I am optimistic about Amazon''s future, but the future cannot be used as an estimate. The standard of value. Otherwise, the value of Thorn Bird Publishing Company will not be only 1 billion!"


    "Bruce, you should be clear. Amazon is losing money because we put all of our revenue into expanding our business. Otherwise, Amazon''s positive earnings would never be lower than Thornbird. And we have more cash flow. And, most notably, when we slowed down the expansion this year, the amount of loss decreased by 54.7%! This is the best example of evaluating the value of Amazon.�� Jeff Bezos said sternly.


    At this time, no matter how good the relationship is, it is impossible for the two to make concessions in their respective interests that are not in line with their own values.


    Staring at each other''s eyes, the two also understood their own persistence.


    "So Amazon is sticking with $3 billion?"


    "good!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, and after thinking for a moment, "Jeff, I can agree to your request, but there is one condition?"


    "What conditions?"


    "Phoenix will serve as Amazon''s financial partner! In the future, your asset management business will be handled by Phoenix! Of course, it is up to you to decide what projects to invest in. We are only responsible for providing you with investment directions and risk assessments, and Risk warning at critical moments.��


    In the United States, a highly developed financial market, any company will conduct capital operations other than revenue, and Amazon is no exception.


    However, compared to those large companies that have been in business for decades and have stable earnings. Due to the huge demand for funds, Amazon, which is growing, is engaged in more short-term bonds and currency funds that are more secure and easy to withdraw.


    "Can!"


    After thinking about it, Jeff Bezos nodded. Anyway, the autonomy of investment is still in Amazon''s financial department, and they will not invest in financial products that are too risky at present. The returns of short-term bonds and money funds are not much different, so it is the same where the money is placed.


    At the same time, a smile appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face.


    Taking down Amazon means getting at least 2 billion more funds under management every year. Even if the subscription and redemption costs are not high, it is also an income of over 10 million yuan. Most importantly, a branding effect that Amazon brings to Phoenix. Taking this as a breakthrough, many of Amazon''s affiliated traders have become objects that can be fought for one by one.


    In addition, after the successful cooperation with Amazon, PayPal will be successfully embedded in Amazon''s financial system. PayPal, which is constantly drawing nourishment from this increasingly large group, will experience explosive growth in the accumulation of funds and income.


    These invisible profits far outweigh the precarious harvest at this time.


    "Looks like we have reached an agreement!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Jeff Bezos nodded.


    "By the way, Jeff, are you interested in investing some money in my Thunder Private Equity Fund?"


    "Thunder Fund? Is that your fund that is shorting Enron?"


    "Good! But we''re not just shorting Enron. We''ve invested $500 million in gold futures now!"


    "$500 million?" Jeff Bezos was also surprised by Guo Shouyun''s generosity.


    "How many times the leverage?"


    "10 times!"


    Gold futures in New York are now trading 100 ounces a lot, and the current price of gold is $264 an ounce. Guo Shouyun''s 500 million principal and 10 times leverage means holding 189,400 gold futures contracts.


    "Where''s the security deposit?"


    "65 million! Can afford to lose 130 basis points! In fact, my margin has not lost at all so far. And gold futures are up $2.17."


    "130 basis points is not an insurance number. Also, aren''t you afraid of Enron and Goldman Sachs shorting gold futures?" Jeff Bezos said with a deep gaze.


    Guo Shouyun grinned, "When my royalties are paid in February, my security deposit will increase to $96 million, and my risk tolerance will increase by one-third. As for Enron and its allies. Hehe, they are trying to increase their risk tolerance. Enron''s stock price, and then play the ''Bo stupid theory'' with small and medium investment institutions and investors who don''t know the truth, and ignore me for the time being."


    Guo Shouyun''s investment in gold futures is the proceeds of his second manuscript fee ABS securitization. Even if all is lost, it will not shake his foundation. This obviously does not satisfy the appetites of Enron, Goldman Sachs and Morgan. Therefore, Guo Shouyun boldly guessed that he would be safe for the time being until his financial risk expanded to what Enron thought they thought.


    "Bruce, although the U.S. economy is in a downturn, safe-haven assets are sought after. But compared to last year''s Nasdaq crisis, the price of gold has stabilized now. You are investing so much in gold futures now, the risk is too high!"


    "Jeff, the financial markets of the whole world are now connected. According to chaos theory, a butterfly in the Amazon rainforest **** its wings, and it may cause a storm in Texas. UU Reading "


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s inscrutable expression, Jeff Bezos frowned slightly, "You mean South America?"


    "In the 1980s, the Latin American economies fell into the predicament of the debt crisis. The economic growth rate in Latin America was only 1.8% in the past two years, which was not only much lower than the world average, but also lower than the African region. The new economy implemented in the 1990s The policy did not improve the financial situation of Latin American countries, but instead caused inflation, imbalances in revenue and expenditure, unemployment and tax decline. The financial crisis in Brazil in 1998 and 1999 is the best example! As the largest economy in South America, Brazil, the strongest country, has fallen, and other countries will not be much better. As long as there is economic turmoil in one of these countries, under the current economic downturn in the United States, it can cause the price of gold to rise. I can also take the opportunity to make money. one."


    Although Guo Shouyun revealed his investment logic because of their friendship with each other, he did not disclose the name of Argentina. After all, no matter how good a friend is, you have to keep three points when speaking.


    After nodding clearly, "South America''s economy is indeed heading for a downturn. But what if your judgment is out of balance...?"


    "Jeff, if you want to get high returns, you have to take high risks. I believe you are equally clear about the measure between effort and gain!" Guo Shouyun interrupted.

 Chapter 186： Take a stake in Amazon

    Chapter 186 Investing in Amazon


    Jeff Bezos pondered for a moment and nodded, "Although I trust your judgment, Bruce, I''m not as rich as you. Therefore, I would invest a maximum of 10 million in gold futures investment!"


    This figure made Guo Shouyun a little disappointed. However, it is understandable that, after all, it is the first time for the two to cooperate purely on capital. It''s normal for Jeff Bezos to be worried. If it were him, he would have made the same choice. However, Guo Shouyun believes that when Argentina''s economic crisis begins, after several times of profits flow into the other party''s account, driven by interests, he will each receive more financial support.


    "Jeff, thank you for your trust. I believe that after two months, you will be very fortunate to hand over the funds to Thunder!" Guo Shouyun said to himself.


    "I''m looking forward to it too!"


    After the two looked at each other and smiled, "Bruce, come to my house for dinner in the evening. Let me show the friendship of the landlord this time."


    "I''ll go even if you don''t tell me. Besides, this time, besides business, what I want to taste the most is Mackenzie''s pasta."


    "Haha, I think she''d be very happy to hear what you said!"


    Not to mention the personal friendship between the two, on January 21, 2001, Amazon officially held a press conference, announcing the acquisition of Thorn Bird Publishing Company at a price of 1 billion US dollars, and occupying 94.37% of the shares. After the acquisition, the latter became a subsidiary of the former.


    With this acquisition, Amazon''s stake has also undergone a whole new change. Jeff Bezos, who originally held 46.27% of Amazon, dropped to 34.7%. Originally occupying the second largest shareholder, ******, was replaced by the Guo Family Wealth Trust, which accounted for 22.15% of Amazon.


    As the most high-profile ''superstar'' in the publishing industry, Wall Street and the American business community have not given a high opinion of the choice of Thorns. Even the magazine "Institutional Investor" publicly criticized Guo Shouyun''s choice of Amazon''s under the Nasdaq crisis. Internet businesses are absolutely stupid ideas.


    But no matter what the outside world is talking about, when the Thorn Bird announced its financial data for two months this year, the revenue of nearly $150 million quickly made Amazon Group''s stock rise by $12, creating the largest gain since the Nasdaq crisis. . And the market value once exceeded 5 billion US dollars.


    22.15% of Guo Shouyun''s shares quickly appreciated by a quarter, which obviously caused some people''s troubles.


    "Everyone, our goal has become stronger!"


    Geoffrey Jilin looked around and said condensedly.


    "As expected, Bruce Guo has earned more than 1 billion US dollars in wealth in the past year. With such an ability, the speed of wealth appreciation will naturally exceed ordinary people''s imagination!" Stephen Bryan, who participated in the meeting on behalf of Goldman Sachs, said calmly.


    "Having said that, if we continue to let each other grow, the price we will pay will be even greater!" Geoffrey Gilling frowned.


    "Jeffrey, things didn''t exceed our expectations. So, take it easy!"


    Glancing at Will Weiss, who came on behalf of Morgan, who was Morgan''s chief financial officer, participated in the meeting in place of John Schwartzman, who had already rushed to China.


    Of course Morgan had to listen, but Geoffrey Gilling, who had been distracted by the increasingly severe financial situation inside Enron, frowned, "We should speed up!"


    "Gentlemen, we are not short of funds. Therefore, can we start from gold futures? After all, Bruce Guo invested 500 million US dollars in it, and it is still 10 times leveraged!" Oliver, who participated in the meeting for the first time Bahrain couldn''t help but said.


    His words succeeded in attracting everyone''s attention to himself. And this kind of attention made Oliver Baring excited. After all, everyone here is a giant in the global financial world.


    "$500 million won''t hurt the other side. Moreover, under the existing financial rules, it is difficult to lose all this money. Moreover, if the price of gold falls too fast, it is easy to "jump the grass and start the snake."


    ��We can lengthen the shorting time and drop the price curve a little!�� said Grant Schiff, who sat next to Oliver Baring.


    "There are too many variables over time!" Jolia Moyin, who came from Citi, glanced at Jeffrey Gilling, who frowned. He was afraid that Enron would not be able to last for too long. However, considering the face of the other party, he did not say these words in public.


    "You don''t have to worry. We have found an interesting piece of information recently." Paul Turner, who represented Bank of America, saw everyone''s attention focused, "Bruce Guo''s Phoenix company has been collecting data recently. Information on Pacific Gas and Electric, and Southern California Edison. I think Jeffrey should know best about those two companies!"


    California Energy Crisis! These six words popped up in the minds of the people present.


    Geoffrey Gilling, who had been a little sad, quickly became excited. "Paul, is everything sure?"


    "certainly!"


    "Great!"


    Geoffrey Gilling slapped the fist, although Enron was in crisis now, but before it fell, it was still the overlord who controlled 20% of the energy transactions in the United States and was unmatched in the field of electricity and natural gas. As long as Bruce Guo dared to enter the energy field, he would be handing over his life to An Ran.


    "Everyone, we should try our best to facilitate Phoenix''s acquisition of Pacific Ocean and Southern California!" Jeffrey Gilling said quickly.


    The others exchanged glances with each other, and they naturally thought of what Jeffrey Gilling thought of. Therefore, everyone''s eyes quickly focused on Paul Turner who broke the news.


    "Guys, it''s not clear whether Bruce Kuo is actually buying two companies. And, even if it does, I don''t think we should take the initiative. Instead, we should try our best to facilitate the acquisition of Apple. As for Southern California and the Pacific. Although they are all heavily indebted by the California energy crisis, they are close to bankruptcy. But if they want to complete the acquisition, they need at least two billion US dollars of funds. Such a large sum of money is obviously not the current Bruce Guo can come up with. So, when the time comes, he will come to us for financial support himself. This effect is far better than our initiative."


    After listening, everyone thought silently for a while, and most of them showed a look of agreement on their faces.


    "In that case, hurry up and get Apple''s shares together. 40% is only, it''s not a difficult figure for everyone!" Geoffrey Jilin couldn''t help but said.


    Here, no one is more urgent than his mood.


    "Now we have raised at most 40% in two weeks." Paul Turner nodded.


    "Fortunately, Apple''s stock has been falling. Otherwise, we would not have been able to raise so many common shares in such a short period of time." Will Weiss said.


    "Hehe, so our plan is relatively smooth at present!" Stephen Bryan said.


    After everyone nodded with a smile, Paul Turner turned to look at Oliver Baring and Grant Schiff, "You two, Enron''s bulls depend on you. We will provide you with financial support. support. Just pull the stock above $70 and you can gradually exit.��


    "clear!"


    Looking at the two people who nodded, Geoffrey Gilling''s expression darkened. Although, he initiated this insider transaction with Enron stock as the main body. But he''s not entirely unsympathetic to Enron, who has worked at Enron for nearly a decade.


    "It''s just that things have gotten out of hand!"


    Jeffrey Gilling sighed inwardly.

 Chapter 187： Li Jingwei

    Chapter 187 Li Jingwei


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    After completing the major goal of becoming a shareholder in Amazon, Guo Shouyun inevitably went to the Valve studio, also in Seattle. But there is no welcome gain here. "Counter-Strike 2" has been in development for less than half a year, and "Call of Duty" has not slowed down after acquiring the 2015 studio. But it will take at least a year and a half to complete.


    In contrast, Half-Life and Left 4 Dead are faster. Especially the former, it will be released in about 4 months, which makes Guo Shouyun quite looking forward to it.


    In addition, the monthly revenue of three or four million US dollars brought to Valve Studio by several old games in the past is not as good as that of other brother companies, and even the newly established Legend Studio is worse, but the overall Not bad for that.


    After communicating with the senior management of Valve Game Studio, Guo Shouyun flew back to San Francisco.


    Coming back here again after nearly a month, Guo Shouyun realized that his days as a trapeze man may not be far away.


    Less than a week after returning to San Francisco, he received a special guest from afar at Hanshan Courtyard.


    "Boss, this is Mr. Li Jingwei from Jianlibao Group."


    In the reorganization of Hanhua Company, Guo Zhen, who replaced Zhang Lei as the CEO of Hanhua Capital after his promotion, pointed to a fat old man in a black suit and introduced to Guo Shouyun.


    "Hello Mr. Li, I''ve heard the name for a long time."


    Guo Shouyun took two steps forward, stretched out his right hand, and said in a warm tone.


    Li Jingwei looked at the young man in front of him with surprise in his eyes. Although he had a brief understanding before, he didn''t realize that Guo Shouyun was much younger than he imagined after they actually met. This not only made him more curious about the other party.


    After all, in his understanding, the other party has earned more than his lifetime wealth in one year.


    "You''re welcome, Mr. Guo is the real young talent!"


    "Thank you, please!"


    "Please!"


    While walking and chatting, the group came to the living room of the Hanshan Courtyard. After taking their seats, the housekeeper George greeted the servants to bring the tea and cakes prepared in advance.


    "I know that Mr. Li likes to drink Pu''er, so I specially prepared some!"


    "Mr. Guo has a heart!"


    "We Chinese people pay attention to being at home. VIP guests like Mr. Li who are not far away must be treated well!" After speaking, Guo Shouyun raised his teacup, "Please!"


    Li Jingwei nodded, and after a polite sentence, he picked up the teacup and took a sip.


    "Lancang ancient tea?"


    "Mr. Li is really a connoisseur, and he can taste its brand as soon as he drinks it!"


    "The more you drink, the more you''ll know. However, it''s really surprising to be able to taste Canglan Ancient Tea in Mr. Guo."


    Different from the big brands of Pu''er tea such as China Tea, Dayi, and Shimonoseki, Canglan Ancient Tea, Baichatang, and Douji are all niche high-end brands that are popular in specific circles. If you don''t have a special understanding of Pu''er tea, many Chinese people don''t understand the truth, let alone the United States, which is thousands of miles away.


    "I also love tea. Besides, you must be careful when entertaining a distinguished guest like Mr. Li! Please!"


    "Please!"


    After drinking the tea in the cup and refilling it, Guo Shouyun said, "Mr. Li, Zhang Lei and Guo Zhen must have told you about our investment strategy for Jianlibao Group before coming here. Any questions?"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun entering the topic, Li Jingwei''s expression also became solemn. After all, Jianlibao Group, as the company he has guarded for half his life, is related to his life. This is also the main reason why he flew all the way from Huaxia to the United States to meet the big boss behind Hanhua in person.


    "Although Mr. Zhang and Mr. Guo have told me many times, I still want to hear about Mr. Guo''s investment and business strategy for Jianlibao Group!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, "Jianlibao Group is currently the No. 1 brand in the field of sports picking in the Chinese market, and we are very optimistic about its prospects. Mr. Li''s stable operation over the past 20 years has also established enough confidence for us. However, to be slightly offensive, the dispute over the property rights of Jianlibao between Mr. Li and the Sishui Municipal Government has shown us an opportunity."


    Li Jingwei''s expression darkened. Although he was often reluctant to admit it, he was really not good at dealing with government departments. Therefore, countless times he planned to follow the example of TCL and Haier and take back the ownership of Jianlibao through management buyouts, but all of them hit a wall because of his honest temperament. Up to now, the Sishui Municipal Government has already said that Jianlibao will not be sold to anyone who sells it to Li Jingwei.


    "...After the successful acquisition of Jianlibao Group, Hanhua will hire a professional organization to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of its personnel, finance, and marketing strategies. Then make some adjustments according to the actual situation. The evaluation and rectification will last for one year. , we will arrange Mr. Li to study at Stanford Business School in the United States within this year. The purpose of this is: one is to reduce the tension between you and the Sishui municipal government, and provide opportunities for you to continue to take charge of Jianlibao in the future; the other is to In the later stage, Jianlibao Group will prepare for the listing. After all, a CEO with an MBA degree from the world''s top business school and a company with fully formalized management will be more favored by capital."


    "As for the operation of Jianlibao, Mr. Li can rest assured. We have no intention of expanding the product line of Jianlibao Group. During the year you came to the United States to study, its main field is still the sports drink market. New business, it depends on you and the future management of Jianlibao. . . Is Mr. Li still satisfied with my explanation?"


    After thinking for a while, Li Jingwei nodded, "Mr. Guo''s explanation is very clear."


    "That''s good. Just want Mr. Li to be a student for a while in the Jiazi year."


    "I live to learn, although I am old, but my mind is not confused." After confidently speaking, Li Jingwei hesitated, "However, I heard Zhang Lei and Guo Zhen, the two CEOs, talk about the MBO of Jianlibao Group before. During the strategy, you have emphasized that you must allow management to buy back five years after your company acquired Jianlibao Group?"


    "That''s right." Guo Shouyun nodded, "Mr. Li, we have a five-year plan for the development of Jianlibao Group. During this period, we will use Hanhua''s resources to help you develop, including listing, introducing new Investors, international development strategies and a series of content. After five years, the company''s operation has stabilized, and we will consider transferring the shares. After all, we, Hanhua, also need to consider our own interests!"


    Guo Shouyun''s sincere words won Li Jingwei''s trust.


    "I hope that what Mr. Guo said just now will be reflected in the contract in detail."


    "no problem."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun continued: "Mr. Li should be familiar with Mr. Li Ning, right?"


    Li Jingwei nodded. Li Ning, a sports brand, was established by him. It was only later that he helped the other party to separate the Li Ning Sporting Goods Company from the Jianlibao Group.


    "I hope Mr. Li can act as an intermediary to contact Mr. Li Ning for us. We, Hanhua, are very interested in Li Ning Sporting Goods Company and hope to invest in it and act as their listing underwriter."


    Li Jingwei didn''t refuse the effort. Moreover, it is very likely that everyone will work together in the future, and they cannot refuse.


    After a brief chat, a tired look appeared on Li Jingwei''s face. After all, he is a person in his 60s. He flew from the magic capital to San Francisco for more than ten hours, and his energy and physical strength are basically a matter of course. After asking George to take the other party to the room prepared in advance to rest, Guo Shouyun took Guo Zhen and sat down again.


    "How''s it going with the Sishui Municipal Government?"


    "There is still disagreement within the municipal government on how to deal with Jianlibao, but now the restructuring of state-owned enterprises is a major trend, coupled with the rigid relationship between the government and Li Jingwei, so the entire Sishui municipal government is still inclined to sell. However, this may take some time. Open up the joints." Guo Zhen said.


    He nodded clearly, "Don''t be stingy with money when necessary. In addition, it''s not just us who can discover the value of Jianlibao. Therefore, we must cut through the mess in this matter."


    "clear!"


    "There''s one more thing. Now Huaxia''s enterprises are inevitably characterized by nepotism, cronyism and financial opacity. Therefore, after the acquisition of Jianlibao is completed, the people who hired KPMG should check it out. Clean up the black sheep among them, and put the company out of business. The management system has been improved.��


    "Yes!"


    "By the way. When dealing with personnel issues, you have to keep one thing in mind: catch the big and let the small. After punishing the people with less serious but outstanding abilities, be sure to keep them. We want them to run the Jianlibao Group for us. In addition, when choosing Li Jingwei''s replacement, don''t want those ''browsy'' MBAs, what I want is ''Xiao Gui Cao Sui''." Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    He did not plan to expand in the beverage field of Huaxia. As a PE project, Guo Shouyun only intends to make Jianlibao Group stable and profitable, and then stably go public, bringing him a steady stream of income. So, conservative is more to his taste than radical.


    Of course, he didn''t want Jianlibao Group to stop completely. But he prefers to let Li Jingwei lead this development himself. After all, only the founders of a business know their business best. Moreover, from the Oriental Magic Water in the 1980s to the current Jianlibao Group, the fact that it has been standing for nearly 20 years has already demonstrated Li Jingwei''s talent in enterprise management.


    You must know that in the past 20 years, it has grown up with Jianlibao, and even the more brilliant Feilong, Sanzhu, Aiduo, etc., too many "corpses" testify to the cruelty of the growth environment of China''s private enterprises. Those who have survived until now are all strong in their respective fields.


    He respects and trusts this elite after the survival of the fittest!


    Li Jingwei did not stay in the United States for too long. Chatted with Guo Shouyun about the future development of Jianlibao. After the two exchanged some views on China''s economy, Guo Zhen accompanied him to visit San Francisco most of the time.


    As for Guo Shouyun, it''s not that he doesn''t want to, but he really doesn''t have the time.


    ��


    On February 2, 2001, the Hills Tower in Mountain View, Silicon Valley.


    LinkedIn, which has been established for more than a year and has grown rapidly, has rented the six-storey commercial building with a total office area of ??127,000 square meters.


    "...At present, LinkedIn has 24.8 million registered users, with an average monthly growth rate of 67%. The business has expanded from the initial professional social networking to eight areas full of news, blogs, forums, mailboxes, articles, instant messaging and career intermediaries. Business. A rich product matrix has greatly improved our user stickiness. In the past February, we achieved $4.39 million in revenue, setting a new record since the establishment of LinkedIn. However, I believe this record It''s going to be broken soon, as we at LinkedIn are still taking big strides."


    Guo Shouyun took the lead in applauding after LinkedIn CEO Tim George''s confident words.


    Soon, loud applause resounded through LinkedIn''s largest conference room. After more than ten seconds, Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the center of the conference room, pressed his palm. With his movements, the atmosphere gradually calmed down.


    Today''s LinkedIn executive meeting brought together all the top executives of the company, in addition to his chairman and Tim George, as well as the company''s partner and CTO Alexander Martin, CFO Dunco Verne, CHO Frank Arnell, Chief Risk Officer John Belden, LinkedIn News Head Rick Bye, LinkedIn Head of English Library Tim Arnold, and delegate Louis Bowen, who represented Phoenix at the meeting.


    Looking around, Guo Shouyun, who was in the center of everyone''s attention, said in a condensed voice, "The core topic that we have gathered to discuss today is just one: financing!"


    Because he had guessed it long ago, there was not much commotion about his words However, everyone''s eyes became brighter.


    "Everyone knows that. Although LinkedIn''s revenue is rising again and again, it will even exceed 50 million US dollars this year. However, these revenue can no longer support the company''s development needs. Especially the internationalization strategy in the second half of the year requires a lot of capital. Support. So, we need new investors.��


    "Then how much financing do we need?" Alexander Martin wondered.


    As one of the founders of the company and the second largest shareholder after Guo Shouyun and Phoenix Capital, he has far fewer scruples than those present. Moreover, the character relationship also made him more accustomed to being straight.


    "Based on the development plans reported by various departments and the form of the Internet, we initially plan to raise US$250 million in Series B financing! The specific financing targets are private equity institutions such as Carlyle Group, DFJ, Bain Capital, SoftBank, etc. Tim, You are responsible for this matter and strive for the best conditions for us."


    "clear!"


    Tim George nodded solemnly. As LinkedIn''s CEO, he has a responsibility.


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 Chapter 188： sisters meet

    Chapter 188 Sisters meet


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    "Boss, $250 million isn''t a small amount. How many shares can we give up for that?" Tim George asked.


    "No more than 20%!" Guo Shouyun said after thinking for a while.


    Although he intends to use his LinkedIn shares to win over some allies, and save his own funds to invest in highly profitable gold futures in a short period of time. But he didn''t want to lose his controlling stake in LinkedIn.


    ����Additionally, financing must be contracted by the end of the month.��


    Although it was unclear why Guo Shouyun did this, Tim George nodded obediently.


    Guo Shouyun looked around and said formally: "I know that everyone is very concerned about the issue of options. I solemnly promise here that the premise of each round of LinkedIn financing is to set up a 15% option pool in the listing to reward the company''s executives and senior employees!"


    "Whoa...!"


    Guo Shouyun''s words successfully attracted a round of applause.


    No matter when, the direct benefit is the most touching!


    "Who else has questions about financing?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Boss, the total amount of funding for Series B financing is 50 million more than the funds reported by various departments for development in the next two years. Do you have another use for this 50 million? Or do you plan to use it in times of crisis?" The chief financial officer, Dunco Verne, was primarily concerned with the company''s financial problems.


    "I plan to use 50 million to set up a new department called ''LinkedIn Wealth Network'' under LinkedIn."


    "LinkedIn Fortune?"


    Everyone was surprised.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Its main business in the future is to provide all LinkedIn customers, and all customers interested in finance, with financial information about finance, stocks, funds, futures, bonds, foreign exchange, banking, insurance, etc. With financial information, we will further enrich LinkedIn''s content and services, increase customer stickiness, and create a channel to attract new customers."


    "Boss, now LinkedIn has eight departments: professional social networking, professional intermediary, news, blog, mailbox, library, forum and instant messaging, and adding a new department and establishing a new business will not overly distract us. attention and cost money and energy?" asked Chief Risk Officer John Belden.


    After listening, Guo Shouyun quickly scanned everyone''s faces, "I know everyone will have the same doubts as John. But what I want to say is that everyone should have a clear distinction between the business content of LinkedIn. . What business is our core? What business is relatively secondary?"


    After a pause, "For my two questions. I think everyone has their own answers. But my understanding is: professional networking, career agency, news and literature are our core departments. Other blogs, emails, forums It''s less important than instant messaging."


    "Why do you say that? I can give you an analogy: now we want to eat a meal, we first need knives, forks, plates, and cups. These knives, forks, plates, and cups have nothing to do with whether a meal is good or not, but at least It has to be there, because no matter how good a meal is, we can''t taste it without it. Blogs, mailboxes, forums, and instant messaging are the knives, forks, and plates of a meal, they don''t How gorgeous technology is needed, as long as it can satisfy customer sharing, communication and communication. And professional networking, professional intermediary, news and literature are like food on a plate, whether these foods are delicious or not will directly determine the next time diners Will you come back?"


    "So, what we have to do at LinkedIn is to focus on the key points and do our core business well. Of course, it doesn''t mean that blogs, emails, forums and instant messaging are not important. On the contrary, they are important, but we need to sort out the priorities, so that When allocating energy and money, you know how to do it. So, by adding a piece of financial analysis, we just added a core business. We didn��t over-spread LinkedIn.��


    After everyone nodded thoughtfully, Tim George said, "If we follow this line of thinking, can we add LinkedIn Industrial Network and LinkedIn Agricultural Network in the future?"


    "Do not!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head firmly.


    "Finance, more than 90% of Americans will be interested, because everyone has their own fund accounts, retirement accounts, and every day wants to know whether the money in their accounts has risen or fallen. But industry, agriculture, and even other industries do not Same. No one is interested in them unless they are professionals. Like all of you here, do you care about the production of soybeans, corn, wheat in American agriculture?"


    After everyone looked at each other, they all shook their heads. They are engaged in the Internet industry and have nothing to do with agriculture. Plus it''s not that they can''t afford to eat, who cares about this!


    "That''s it!" Guo Shouyun shrugged, "Everyone, remember that we only do content that is of interest to more than 80% of Americans. These content cannot be ''eating'' or ''entertainment'', because they are related to us LinkedIn''s ''professional'' attribute is irrelevant. So what is the content related to ''professional''? It''s actually very simple, just look at ourselves. For example: I will read the news in the morning, and then look at my investments account, then go on to study or work for a day, and then exchange ideas with people in the same occupation. So you see, I just mentioned news, finance, study, work, professional networking. Of course, if I am unemployed now, I definitely care How to find a good job. �� And what we do at LinkedIn is to meet people��s needs in these areas.��


    After a pause, "After my explanation, everyone must have a certain understanding of the future development of LinkedIn. If you think that there is a business that suits us in this field, we can also do it, but we haven''t done it. , please email me. If your proposal is accepted, you will be the head of the new department."


    ����The last thing I want to say today: After the Series B round, I will restructure LinkedIn. Blogs, forums, mailboxes and instant messaging will be combined into a new division: the LinkedIn Business Unit. The original Dave Direney, the head of LinkedIn mailbox, has been appointed as the CEO of LinkedIn Business Unit. Christina White, the former head of LinkedIn Forum, has been appointed as the CEO of LinkedIn Fortune. There are six sub-contents of British News, LinkedIn Fortune and LinkedIn Business Unit.��


    Guo Shouyun''s decision, some people are happy and some are worried. Appreciating Dave Direney and Christina White are undoubtedly delighted. But the executives of LinkedIn forums and LinkedIn instant messaging were relatively less excited.


    However, as the chairman of the company, Guo Shouyun cannot compromise on such an important personnel appointment because of individual emotions.


    The following meeting ended with constant questions about the Xinshe department and exchanges on financing and listing issues.


    After returning to Guo''s Manor after handling official business, he spent half an hour on the phone with Molly Bevan, who was far away in London, as usual. Then turn on the computer and continue writing the second part of "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them".


    Under the enormous pressure of the Enron Alliance, Guo Shouyun tried every means to increase his income. Under the premise that there is no short-term improvement in the various companies under it, and the opportunity for speculation will come in the future, the most suitable and fastest way to make money is still to be a copywriter.


    With the fame he has accumulated today, as long as the quality of one book is not too bad, the results in a quarter can easily exceed one million.


    And there''s an advantage that most other industries don''t have: it has a sixty-year lifespan. During this period, it can bring a steady stream of income to the author. Therefore, for each additional book, Guo Shouyun''s later manuscript fee income will increase by a part. Under the law that quantitative changes lead to qualitative changes, his income will be more terrifying the more he goes on. Especially after the adapted film and television copyright income is received.


    It is precisely because he understands this that he is so active. Not only has the staff of the Emerald Bird Group continued to increase, but he himself has worked a lot harder than before.


    After writing the ending, and then checking it in detail, after correcting the typos and the incomprehensible parts of the sentence, Guo Shouyun saved the electronic manuscript with satisfaction, stretched his waist and stood up.


    I looked at the time, and before I knew it, it was already night. Feeling hungry, Guo Shouyun turned off the computer, pushed the door and walked out of the study.


    "gentlemen!"


    The servants who passed by greeted each other respectfully.


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun walked into the restaurant.


    "Where''s Wendy?"


    Guo Shouyun said in surprise when he didn''t see the beauty. Before this time, she had always been there.


    "Miss Wendy is out!"


    The black water bodyguard standing beside Guo Shouyun said.


    "Go out? Did you say what?"


    The bodyguard shook his head.


    Seeing this, Guo Shouyun frowned slightly and said nothing.


    ��


    While he was having dinner, Wendy Solo also parked outside a high-end western restaurant in his red BMW.


    After taking a brief look, Wendy frowned slightly, and after a little hesitation, she walked in.


    "Hello, ma''am, do you have an appointment?"


    Miss Men Ying respectfully said.


    "I''m looking for Liv Solo!"


    "Is it Ms. Liv Solo Roosevelt?" Miss Menying asked further.


    The surname Roosevelt made Wendy''s frown even tighter, but in the end she nodded.


    "Ms. Roosevelt is in private room 8, please come with me!"


    Wendy didn''t say anything more and walked behind the other party into the restaurant. Then, under the guidance of a waiter who was specially responsible for picking up customers, I came to Box No. 8 on the second floor. After pushing open the box door, one was wearing a red coat, with wavy golden hair, black pencil pants and high-waisted leather boots. His appearance was seven-point similar to Wendy Solo, with a hint of maturity and coldness between his brows. woman stood up.


    "Wendy, my dear sister!"


    "Liv!"


    After the two looked at each other, Liv Solo Roosevelt took out a $100 bill as a tip and handed it to the waiter, waving at him, "It''s none of your business here, let''s go!"


    The waiter, who was extremely satisfied with this generous harvest, said "thank you" and walked out happily.


    "You really haven''t changed at all!"


    Wendy, who saw the scene in front of her eyes, said indifferently.


    "Why do we spend more energy on things that can be solved with money? Also, didn''t you see that, he''s very happy!" Liv laughed.


    Wendy, who was obviously not speculative, changed the subject and said, "Tell me, why did you bring me here?"


    "Don''t be in such a hurry? After all, this is the first time our sisters have met in half a year. We should have a good chat no matter what. And you see, I specially ordered your favorite pasta and fried cod."


    Glancing at her, after a little hesitation, Wendy sat down in the seat next to her.


    Seeing this, Liv Solo Roosevelt smiled slightly, walked to the dining table and picked up the flask, "90-year-old Mouton, I''ve woken up!"


    Saying that, she poured some dark red wine into the high school glass in front of Wendy. After Fu poured himself another glass, he put down the glass bottle, returned to his seat and sat down, held up the glass and stretched it forward, smiling: "Toast to our sisters'' happy meeting this time."


    Wendy nodded, raised the glass to touch each other, and then they both took a sip.


    "Come on, how about these dishes?"


    Wendy didn''t hesitate, picked up a knife and fork and ate some pasta, cod, and other side dishes, "Can we talk now?"


    "Wendy, how can we say that we are also sisters with a common father, don''t you intend to have a good chat with me?"


    "What are you talking about? The Roosevelt family? Sorry, since my mother was turned away by them, I have nothing to do with them!" Wendy said indifferently.


    "Wendy, you know that your father didn''t know about it. It was the great-grandfather who didn''t want to destroy the marriage between the Roosevelt family and the Goldman family, so he kept the news of your mother hidden. Moreover, when the father learned the news later, he also tried his best to think about it. To make up, you should know what he has done over the years! And, to make up for it, he added your mother''s surname to our name, doesn''t that explain the problem?"


    Wendy was silent for a moment, then shook her head, "I don''t want to pursue everything that happened back then. Now my mother and I are living well, and I don''t want to have any connection with the Roosevelt family anymore. And I don''t want to be a victim of the family. So if you are trying to persuade me to go back to that indifferent family, please go back!"


    "You misunderstood. I didn''t mean to persuade you to return to the family. I came to you this time for two main reasons."


    After a pause, looking at Wendy''s focused eyes, Liv continued, "First, my father plans to re-marry Aunt Solo."


    "Marriage? How is that possible? Where''s your mother?"


    "My mom passed away two months ago, uterine cancer!"


    "Feel sorry!"


    Wendy apologized. What happened back then had nothing to do with the other party and the woman who replaced her mother as the fifth-generation direct-line lady of the Roosevelt family. Even the latter is a victim of a family marriage. Therefore, she does not hate each other.


    "It doesn''t matter. Life, old age, sickness and death, everyone will take this step, it''s just a matter of time." After a pause, "Father asked me to ask your attitude."


    Wendy shook her head, "I respect my mother''s opinion. If she is willing to reconsider marrying him, then I respect her choice. But this matter has nothing to do with me. I am already an independent thinker and personality. I''m an adult. I have the right to choose my future lifestyle."


    "Okay, then let''s talk about the second thing!"


    Having said that, Liv Solo Roosevelt took her Kun bag, opened it, took out a photo from it, and put it in front of Wendy.


    "Do you know the woman above?"


    After Wendy glanced at it, her face changed, "What do you mean?"


    "This woman''s name is Molly Bevan, an Englishman who is currently studying for an MFA at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in London. The most important thing is that he is the fiancee of your boss Guo Shouyun."


    The emphasis on the last three words made Wendy''s face pale and hesitant, but they disappeared after she took a deep breath.


    "It seems you know. If so, why don''t you leave him? Don''t you hate the most unfaithful in love?"


    "You don''t have to worry about my business!" Wendy said indifferently. UU reading


    "I really don''t want to. But you can''t shame the Roosevelt family!"


    "I''ll say it again, I have nothing to do with that family. I didn''t have it before, and I won''t have it in the future!" Wendy jumped up and walked out the door.


    "Even if you deny it, you can''t change your origin and bloodline. Moreover, people within the family will think so. Moreover, after you make a mistake, they will punish the person who made you make a mistake."


    Wendy Solo stopped walking to the door. The atmosphere in the box also became extremely dignified. After a long while, Wendy, whose thin and round shoulders were trembling slightly, also said with trembling voice: "Wait until the day he gets married, if the bride is not me, I will leave by myself!"


    When the words fell, he pushed the door and walked out.


    Listening to the rapidly disappearing footsteps, Liv Solo Roosevelt let out a long sigh, "Wendy, don''t blame me. Our origin and bloodline are not something we can choose by ourselves, and I am also thinking of your future."

 Chapter 189： three billion dollars

    Chapter 189: $300 million


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    "Boss, am I back?"


    Looking at Wendy who pushed the door and came in, Guo Shouyun nodded and frowned, "Is something wrong? Your face is so bad."


    Wendy''s pretty face changed slightly, she raised her hand and touched her cheek, "Maybe it''s because I''m too tired during this time!"


    "I have more and more things to do during this time, and you are indeed tired. ... Well, I will give you a few days off...!"


    "No need. These days are the critical period for your career development. How can I take a vacation. Besides, I only looked bad because I didn''t sleep well last night. It doesn''t matter!" Wendy interrupted and said quickly.


    Seeing her tone of voice affirmation, Guo Shouyun didn''t insist anymore.


    "If that''s the case, then you should go to rest early!"


    Wendy nodded, and after a moment of hesitation, she seemed to have gathered up a lot of courage, "Boss...Can I ask you a question?"


    "what is the problem?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, instinctively feeling that Wendy''s attitude was a little strange today.


    "Would you choose me without Miss Molly?"


    Guo Shouyun''s body was shocked, and a trace of panic flashed on his face. This is a question he has been avoiding. Because whether it''s Molly Bevan or Wendy Solo, they''re women he can''t live without now. They are different from Nicole Kidman, who only had an overnight love, but Guo Shouyun''s partner who intends to stay by his side for a long time.


    However, modern law and morality do not allow for polygamy. Moreover, both Molly Bevan and Wendy Solo are extremely good women, and their independence will not accept such an arrangement. Therefore, for a long time, Guo Shouyun tried his best to avoid letting them meet. But he also understood that it was inevitable.


    "Is it finally coming now?"


    After taking a deep breath and calming the tumultuous thoughts in his heart, Guo Shouyun nodded solemnly as he looked at the beautiful woman standing at the door, looking like a Venus-like delicacy, beauty and wisdom.


    "meeting!"


    Wendy turned around and walked out with a sad smile.


    Looking at her somewhat desolate back, Guo Shouyun stood up involuntarily, opened his mouth, but in the end said nothing. Because he understands that he can''t give the kind of commitment the other party wants.


    "It seems that I''m not a protagonist either! I didn''t have the life to open the harem!"


    After laughing at himself, Guo Shouyun looked at what he had just written, and no longer had the desire to write.


    Early the next morning, Guo Shouyun, who had finished running, went up to take a shower and then went to the restaurant. He was inexplicably relieved when he saw Xiu Gao Wan, dressed in black and white women''s business attire, and a radiant Wendy.


    "Boss, you are going to work at paypa1 from 9:00 am to 12:00 am today, 12:00 am to 1:00 pm is your lunch time, 1:00 am to 1:30 pm and you have half an hour to relax. 1:30 am to 2:00 pm It is your lunch break. From 2:00 to 2:15, you have half an hour to wash up. From 2:15 to 6:00, it is your business time for other companies. From 6:00 to 7:00, it is dinner time. 7:00 pm From 9:00 to 9:00, you have two hours of creative time. From 9:00 to 10:00 in the evening is your reading time. After washing, you have to go to bed on time before 10:30.��


    Guo Shouyun''s complaints may be drawn to the working hours filled by Wendy in the past. But today he suddenly felt that it was also a kind of happiness for him to have the other person by his side.


    "Just don''t know how long this happiness can last?"


    After sighing in his heart, he nodded.


    "Let''s have breakfast together, and we''ll go out after we eat!"


    Wendy didn''t refuse, and she was used to the way she got along with Guo Shouyun.


    Under the service of the servants on both sides, the two of them ate breakfast silently. Although nothing seemed to have changed, Guo Shouyun intuitively felt that something had quietly changed after Wendy''s question last night.


    The exhibition of paypa1 and other companies did not cause Guo Shouyun too much trouble. All he has to do every day is to revise his plans beyond the strategic plans he has made for each company. In contrast, the most important thing for him now is financing and the threat of the Enron Alliance.


    "Mr. Guo, we meet again!"


    "Mr. O''Neill, welcome to the Hanshan Courtyard!"


    The two shook hands, and Stan O''Neal looked at the surrounding environment and smiled, "You are really good here."


    "Mr. O''Neill thinks it''s fine, so he might as well stay a while longer."


    "I think it''s a pity that there are so many things in the company that I can''t help myself!"


    "It seems that this is the trouble of successful people!"


    "Isn''t it the same with Mr. Guo?"


    "Yeah!" Guo Shouyun smiled and turned his body sideways, "Please!"


    "thanks!"


    The two walked into the living room of the manor together, and after a few polite words and sat down, their respective secretaries and entourages also sat down.


    "According to Mr. Guo''s financing needs, I discussed it within the company after I went back, and now there are two options for Mr. Guo to choose from. First, Merrill Lynch, as a third party, contacts banks and investment institutions for Mr. Guo, and they provide you with For mortgage loans, Merrill Lynch charges an intermediary fee of 1%. Second, Mr. Guo uses the shares of the company he intends to mortgage loans to make an abs bond, which will be handled by Merrill Lynch.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after some thought, "Which plan does Mr. O''Neill prefer?"


    "Mr. Guo is a smart person and should be able to guess."


    "It seems to be the second one!"


    Compared with a simple intermediary fee, of course, there is more room for bonds to be manipulated. Of course the risk is higher.


    "The loan from banks and investment institutions, from contact, to negotiation, to the funds entering Mr. Guo''s account, takes too long. But the second type is different. Merrill can eat all of Mr. Guo''s abs bonds. , and the funds can be credited into your account within one to two weeks." After a pause, Stan O''Neill narrowed his eyes slightly, "And, if Mr. Guo needs it, Google, LinkedIn, and paypa1 can also conduct securities transactions. This is something that the bank cannot give.��


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "It seems that Mr. O''Neill intends to pack up all the belongings in my hand and take them away!"


    "Mr. Guo is wrong. I just keep it for you for a while. Besides, we are mutually beneficial."


    Facing Stan O''Neal''s deep eyes, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "I agreed, but for guarantees and ratings, I still need Merrill Lynch''s help!"


    "Of course, it''s our responsibility!"


    "Happy cooperation!"


    "Pleasant to work with"


    As the two shook hands, Guo Shouyun''s largest financing operation began.


    The Matrix Group, including Matrix Films, Matrix Cinemas and Matrix Games, has good assets and is valued at $1.5 billion. Guo Shouyun holds 97% of the shares through the Guo Family Wealth Trust.


    Guo''s Commercial Group, with 289 branches, 17 farms, 9 slaughterhouses, 121 refrigerated trucks and trucks, and a logistics and distribution system throughout California, valued at $650 million. Guo Shouyun holds 95% of the shares through the Guo Family Wealth Trust.


    Ruby Technology Co., Ltd. has the most complete cdma patents outside of Qualcomm. The hbso1 "true red" chip currently under development has already obtained an order quantity of 800,000 pieces in China. Although this number is not even a fraction of that of giants such as Nokia and Motorola, it is suitable for the Chinese market where mobile phone sales are skyrocketing because of the reserve price strategy and the relatively good quality, so the growth rate is very fast. Therefore, the overall valuation of Ruby Technology Company is 350 million US dollars. Guo Shouyun holds 92% of the equity through the ''Guo Family Wealth Trust'', and the remaining 8% is in the research team dominated by Cadiz Bell and Keith La. In the hands of executives such as Persia.


    LinkedIn, currently the most watched Internet company in Silicon Valley, is estimated at $1.2 billion by McKinsey, Accenture, Bain and others. Guo Shouyun holds 56% of the shares of LinkedIn through the "Guo''s Charity Foundation" and the "Bruce Scholarship Fund", and holds 30% of the shares through the Phoenix Trust.


    Google, which is not yet profitable, has a slightly lower valuation of $950 million. Guo Shouyun holds 59.95% of the shares through two charitable foundations.


    Paypa1 company, after catching the Amazon express, paypa1 users are skyrocketing every day, so any valuation is lagging behind reality. A slightly valuable reference is a Deloitte assessment report, which is somewhat accurate because the time is relatively recent. In this report, paypa1 is assessed at $580 million. Guo Shouyun holds a 185% stake in paypa through the "Guo Family Wealth Trust" and two charitable foundations.


    Phoenix Company, Guo Shouyun''s assets in Phoenix can be regarded as two parts. Part of it is the equity he holds in Phoenix; the other part is the assets he manages within Phoenix, including the equity of Netflix, the equity of United Real Estate, and so on.


    Counting the assets of a financial company, especially a financial company that has not yet been listed, is a troublesome job. In order to save time, Guo Shouyun gave up the statistics of Netflix and United Real Estate, and directly used the total scale and revenue of Phoenix Company''s assets under management as reference data.


    With Amazon''s revenue under management and Guo Shouyun''s investment in the Thunder Fund, Phoenix''s current balance sheet has exceeded 10 billion US dollars. Although the revenue is not high, it is also 450 million US dollars, that is, the profit is lower, only about 3400,000. In this way, the assets of Phoenix Company are also about 400 million US dollars. As a non-listed company, Phoenix''s equity is all in the ''Guo Family Wealth Trust''.


    In this way, the total value of Guo Shouyun''s seven assets has reached 4.32 billion US dollars! This was a number that was definitely beyond his original expectations. But as amazing as they are, these are not all of his assets. Amazon''s stake, and his earnings from writing the book, are not counted. In addition, his investment in Huaxia is also not included. There are two reasons, the former is that he has promised to leave it to Goldman Sachs, and the latter is the retreat he reserved for himself.


    If this time he fought his last battle and still couldn''t stand against the powerful Enron Allies, then he still had a way to make a comeback.


    After nearly half a month of statistics, after Guo Shouyun got his relatively accurate balance sheet, he also received a call from Stan O''Neill from New York.


    "Bruce, you are definitely the most talented entrepreneur I have ever met. You have transferred over 500 million dollars in wealth in just one year, except for people like jp Morgan, John Rockefeller, Bill Gates, I can''t think of anyone more talented than you!"


    "O''Neal, thank you for your compliment. But I''m still far from the world''s top entrepreneurs like Morgan, Rockefeller, and Bill Gates. If ten years from now, I''m leading these companies today. Ten times or more, and I can still grasp their word, then I''d love to accept your compliment. . . . But it''s too early."


    Guo Shouyun''s tone seemed quite calm. It''s not that he''s not happy with the results he has achieved, but he knows why he has the results he has now. The experience of two lives has made him mature, and the pressure of Enron has made him sober that he doesn''t want to be another Jayin Walker, or Gary Winnick. What he wants is the brightest star in business, not a comet that flashes by.


    Listening to the firmness in Guo Shouyun''s tone, Stan O''Neal couldn''t help but say in surprise: "I''m glad to hear what you just said, I think you will always be successful!"


    "thanks!"


    ��As for cooperation, there are two options. One is to make different asset-backed securities according to the specific situation of each company. A unified measure, and negotiation based on that.��


    "The first method feels like a stock, and the second method feels like a fund." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Hehe, that''s actually true. Among your seven assets. Guo''s Business Group and Ruby are low-risk assets, and Matrix Group, LinkedIn and paypa1 are medium-risk assetsGoogle and Phoenix are high-risk assets. .It really looks like a fund, or a portfolio of funds!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Let''s talk about it in the second way."


    "OK!"


    After agreeing, the two talked in detail about the details of their cooperation before hanging up. Then the teams of the two sides negotiated for nearly half a month and finally signed an agreement.


    Guo Shouyun used the equity of his seven companies as collateral to issue an asset-backed securities worth 300 million US dollars, with a ten-year period and an interest of 7.23%! With the help of Merrill Lynch, the bond received an aa rating from Moody''s. It''s not the top level, but it''s already very high.


    This huge financing agreement seems to have dropped a nuclear bomb in the sluggish US business community after the Nasdaq crisis. ,, and other major American media have put Guo Shouyun''s half-length photo on the front page. This time, he is no longer as a writer, but as the most successful entrepreneur, businessman, and entrepreneur in America.


    The change of roles and the sensational effect brought about by half of the Americans, and even the elites and people of many other countries, have known this Chinese American.


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 Chapter 190： Guo Shouyuns calculation

    Chapter 190 Guo Shouyun''s calculation


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    For a time, Bruce Guo, a young man who was just 20 years old, became the best representative of the American dream in the new century. Looking at the numerous and enthusiastic reports in the media, it can be described as "a few happy and a few sad".


    "boom!"


    Jeffrey Gillin slammed the newspaper on the table, looking around everyone with a livid face and said: "Everyone, when will we wait? One month? Two months? Or half a year? I''m afraid that **** Bruce Guo''s financial resources will be at that time. That''s several times the current $3 billion!"


    "Gentlemen, I think Mr. Jilin''s words are very practical. We can''t continue to watch each other''s strength expand. Otherwise, once things go beyond our control, the success of the ''Hound Project'' will be greatly reduced." Lev Balling Road.


    The words of the two did not change the expressions of the people at the ******, Bank of America, Citigroup and Goldman Sachs. These big bosses who have the initiative will not easily change their minds because of a few words from the two. Of course, what''s more important is that they have the latest news.


    "Jeffrey, Oliver, don''t be impatient." Wilweis, who represented the ****, said indifferently.


    After a pause, his deep eyes quickly swept across several colleagues around him, and then calmly said: "You must have received a cooperation agreement from Bruce Guo, right?"


    Stephen Bryan, who represented Goldman Sachs, nodded, "Bruce Guo''s Phoenix Company has officially issued an offer to acquire Pacific Power and Gas Company and Southern California Edison Company, and wants us Goldman Sachs as their financial advisor. ... Now it seems that everyone It''s all the same."


    "This cooperation agreement has been received by major investment banks and banks on Wall Street. Now everyone is fighting for this large contract with a contract value of more than 2 billion US dollars." Paul Turner, who represents Bank of America, said.


    "It seems that the previous news is accurate, Bruce Guo is indeed planning to acquire Pacific Ocean and Southern California." Jolia Mo Yindao representing Citi.


    After Wilweis nodded, his eyes turned, "Jeffrey, you should be at ease now. When Bruce Guo acquires the Pacific Ocean and Southern California, how much damage it can cause them depends on you all safely!"


    Jeffrey Gilling nodded excitedly in his eyes. He didn''t ask about the authenticity of this matter, because he knew in his heart that this kind of unsatisfactory thing must not be faked.


    "Southern California and Pacific is not a small company, can you guarantee that Bruce Guo will be able to acquire it successfully?" Jeffrey Gilling frowned.


    "It''s up to you. If you can safely prolong the California energy crisis, I think the acquisition will be easy!" Stephen Bryan laughed.


    Jeffrey Gilling nodded, with a ruthless look on his brows.


    "Gentlemen, don''t we start on gold futures? Of course, I don''t mean now, but after Southern California and the Pacific fall into Bruce Guo''s hands." Oliver Ballin said.


    After looking at him, Paul Turner said: "The daily trading volume of the international gold market exceeds 20 trillion US dollars, and no financial institution can manipulate such a large market! Oliver, as a senior financial elite, you should understand This makes sense."


    "Mr. Turner, of course I understand. However, ******, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America and Citigroup have extensive influence in the world financial market. If you issue a bearish notice in the market, I believe there will be countless individuals and Institutional investors, as well as international hot money shorting gold, will naturally deal a heavy blow to the bullish Bruce Guo. After all, his margin can only support a few hundred basis points." Oliver Baring strongly encouraged.


    It''s a pity that Paul Turner and the others are old fritters who have been playing in the financial market for decades. Naturally, they can''t be moved by his simple words. However, in order to let this British guy with huge capital in his hands work hard to raise Enron''s stock price, after a few people looked at each other, Stephen Bryan smiled: "Oliver, your suggestion is indeed worth thinking about, but, Like you said, put it after Bruce Guo has won Southern California and the Pacific, or the $3 billion in his hand can always offset all our efforts!"


    Oliver Baring nodded, "Everything is as Mr. Bryan said. Also, I think things should start for Apple, in addition to Southern California and the Pacific. Otherwise, Bruce Kuo''s 22.15% stake in Amazon is always a problem. "


    "Not just Amazon''s shares, but also the novels he has published. Damn, how long has it been since he has published six new books, and the sales are still so good...!" Jeffrey Gilling said with jealousy in his tone.


    After Wilves, Jolia Moyin and the others looked at each other, they all saw the emotion in each other''s eyes. Although they all have absolutely powerful financial power, it is not difficult to deal with a talented person who can make his assets skyrocket if he is not careful.


    "Boss, this is your last royalty income!"


    Taking the list handed over by Wendy, Guo Shouyun nodded in satisfaction, looking at the total of $47.85 million above.


    "Take 5% out of it to reward members of the Emerald Bird Team!"


    The Emerald Bird Group, which was established in October last year, officially finished the first novel that Guo Shouyun handed over to them in February this year. Three or four novels were launched on the market in a concentrated manner, which naturally ushered in the opportunity of skyrocketing performance.


    "Yes!"


    "This is the novel outline for the second part of "The Big Bang Theory", the third part of "Prison Break", the second part of "Heartbeat" and "The Hangover", you give them to them for me!"


    After taking the manuscript, Wendy nodded.


    Then Guo Shouyun looked at his watch, "It''s almost time? Let''s prepare, let''s go!"


    "OK!"


    After agreeing, Wendy did not leave.


    "Any thing else?"


    "Boss, did you really decide to acquire the Southern California and Pacific power companies?"


    "Is there any problem?" Guo Shouyun asked after nodding.


    "They are all caught in the California energy crisis. If we take over, I''m afraid that we will be caught in the trap of Enron and Goldman Sachs!" Wendy Solo worried.


    "Enron''s pressure is a crisis for us. But crisis also means opportunity. In normal times, it is impossible for us to swallow power giants such as Southern California and the Pacific with a small amount of power. But now there are Enron and Goldman Sachs, etc. The company helps us, we can not only take them, but also at a much lower price." After a pause, a faint regret flashed across Guo Shouyun''s face.


    Saying that to Wendy, but if he had a choice, it wouldn''t be Southern California and the Pacific. Instead, it should be eBay, Amazon, Marvel, DreamWorks, and even Internet and media giants like MGM and Universal Pictures. Of course, it can also be the financial industry that Guo Shouyun will focus on in the future. But the idea is good, but it is much more difficult to make it.


    Amazon has a tough leader like Jeff Bezos. On eBay, Guo Shouyun tentatively asked Goldman Sachs for his opinion, but there is no follow-up so far.


    Marvel is too small, Goldman Sachs, Morgan are not interested. DreamWorks is suitable, but for such a well-run company, the Enron allies obviously do not intend to ''capitalize the enemy''. MGM and Universal can, but now is not the best time to buy. As for the financial industry, if he goes in now, it is more dangerous than buying Southern California and the Pacific Ocean. So, for this industry, it is still good to be steady and steady.


    Therefore, after comprehensive thinking, Guo Shouyun also understood. He wanted to take advantage of Goldman Sachs, Morgan, and Enron''s small careers to turn crises into opportunities. The acquisition must be targeted at the kind of poorly run, but also large-scale enterprises.


    The industries with the largest number of such companies in the United States today are the energy and telecommunications industries. The former is struggling to sustain itself because of a sluggish economy and falling energy demand. The latter is not doing well because of the bursting of the Internet bubble, excessive investment in fiber optics, and declining demand. Next year will be second only to AT&T, and the weakness of the World Telephone and Telegraph Company, which is stronger than Verizon, is the best proof At first, he planned to seek opportunities in the telecommunications industry, after all, the Internet and telecommunications are closely related high. But he soon discovered one thing: the scale he was looking at was too big, and the funds in his hand were not enough. What he can buy, he doesn''t like. The same is true in the energy industry, but unlike the telecommunications industry, Guo Shouyun, who is well aware of future oil price surges, has a strong interest in Texaco Petroleum, one of the seven oil sisters. However, his takeover offer to Texaco''s board was rejected without hesitation.


    Although these oil giants are not doing well, the interests behind them are too complicated, and each step of the business operation has different considerations. Moreover, Guo Shouyun''s energy in the political and business circles is far from the point where he can leverage Texaco. After asking Citi, Morgan and other giants if they are willing to help, although they agreed, there is no guarantee that they will succeed.


    Obviously these **** just want to make some errands and have no intention of getting things done. Of course, this is understandable. Texaco Petroleum is too involved, and it is not worth it to set up a powerful enemy for a Guo Shouyun.


    Therefore, after turning around, Guo Shouyun found that the most suitable one was the plan submitted by Paul Lehman to acquire Pacific Electric and Natural Gas Company and Southern California Edison Power Company.


    Although this is not in line with his plan to focus more energy and financial resources on the Internet, finance and media industries, it is obviously not what he wants to let go of this opportunity. In particular, $3 billion has already been raised, and it''s just waiting to give it a shot.


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 Chapter 191： Governor of California

    Chapter 191 Governor of California


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    "But the California energy crisis...!"


    "Don''t worry, Wendy. California''s energy crisis won''t last forever. Otherwise, the 40 million people in California should riot!" Guo Shouyun interrupted with a smile and stood up, "Let''s go, it''s almost time!"


    Although Wendy was still a little worried, looking at Guo Shouyun''s confident expression, she felt inexplicably safe and an indescribable trust. In the past year, this man has always been able to solve all kinds of difficult problems.


    ��


    The Hanshan Courtyard has now become a regular place for Guo Shouyun to entertain friends and hold banquets. Just like this evening, many celebrities and gentlemen from the California political circles and investment circles gathered here.


    "Everyone, let''s raise a glass together to celebrate the cooperation between LinkedIn and you!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile. &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    "cheers!"


    "Please!"


    Carlyle Group CEO David Rubinstein, Defender CEO Tim Draper, Bain Capital Coo Mitt Romney, SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son, Blackstone CEO Steve Schwarzman He picked up the goblet in his hand.


    In LinkedIn''s just-concluded Series B financing, the five companies used $450 million to acquire 20% of LinkedIn''s shares. Among them, Carlyle Group and Blackstone have the largest shares, with 5% respectively. DFJ and Bain Capital each got 3%, and SoftBank got 4%.


    In other words, in this round of financing, LinkedIn is valued at $2.25 billion. It has passed the value when Guo Shouyun and Merrill talked about cooperation. And it is close to a multiple of the original $1.2 billion.


    Of course, this is not surprising. When LinkedIn is not listed, it has different values ??in the eyes of different people.


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    After this round of financing, Guo Shouyun''s shares in LinkedIn also dropped from 86% at the beginning to 71.67%, and he still firmly holds the absolute controlling stake in the company.


    "Mr. Guo, when does LinkedIn plan to go public?"


    David Rubinstein asked after sipping champagne in his glass. At the same time, his words also made other people''s eyes focus on Guo Shouyun.


    "The initial goal is to wait until the number of registered LinkedIn members exceeds 100 million, and of course, the general environment will be better." Guo Shouyun said.


    Everyone nodded. When they invested, they already knew about LinkedIn''s detailed development plan, as well as its profit model and channels. According to the current development of LinkedIn, 100 million registered people, it is estimated that it will take three to four years, which is not too long.


    "Regarding Google and paypa1, does Mr. Guo plan to raise funds?" Steve Schwartzman asked. &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    "Of course. Google''s D-round financing is already on the schedule, but the time has not yet been determined. As for paypa1, there is no financing plan for the time being!"


    Hearing this, many people''s faces showed disappointment. Compared to Google, they prefer to invest in paypa1 because paypa1 has a clear profit model. And Google is still an Internet concept. After the Nasdaq crisis, it is impossible to get a high amount of financing just by relying on the concept alone.


    "Everyone, don''t worry. As long as Google and paypa1 raise money, you must be on the cooperation list again." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "For Mr. Guo''s generous commitment, I think it is necessary for us to have another drink." Sun Zhengyi smiled.


    "Looking forward to working with Mr. Guo again."


    "cheers!"


    After taking a sip of champagne and noticing a few people walking in from the door, Guo Shouyun moved in his heart and immediately said, "Everyone, I''m sorry!"&1t;i>&1t;/i>


    "Mr. Guo, please do it yourself!"


    "thanks!"


    Handing the unfinished glass to the waiter next to him, and after adjusting his clothes, Guo Shouyun strode forward with a smile on his face.


    "Governor Davis, welcome!"


    Looking at the young man who enthusiastically stretched out his right hand to him, who had just achieved a great reputation on the American high street, the sadness on the face of California Governor Michael Davis also reduced a bit.


    "Mr. Guo, I''m very glad to receive your invitation."


    "You''re welcome. It''s my honor to be here." After being polite, Guo Shouyun hired a waiter, took two glasses of red wine, and handed a glass to the other party, "Mr. Governor, I''m still worried about California''s energy crisis. ?"


    After glancing at him, Michael Davis nodded. There is nothing to hide about this well-known thing. &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    ��Energy traders like Enron and Dalizhi should be punished by the law, they stole over $300 million of wealth from California. This money was supposed to expand California��s infrastructure and provide more homeless people Welfare, giving well-behaved businesses much-needed loans, and now they��re all in the pockets of Houston��s greedy people to splurge on alcohol, drugs, women, yachts, private jets.��


    Guo Shouyun''s hateful words quickly aroused the same hatred of Michael Davis.


    "They''re a bunch of robbers, thieves. But this **** country allows this blatant theft."


    "Didn''t the Energy Trading Association agree to limit electricity prices in California and surrounding states?" Guo Shouyun tentatively asked.


    "They''ve been bribed by Jeffrey Gilling and Kenneth Lee. How could there possibly be a cap on electricity prices?" &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    "This is really bad news." Guo Shouyun sighed, "In order to prevent the loss of internal server data caused by power outages, we have to invest more money in hardware, which increases the cost of corporate exhibitions. In addition, Silicon Valley is in California. There are the largest electricity consumers in the United States, and even the world, if the electricity cannot be supplied stably, it will greatly affect the economic development of Silicon Valley and California.��


    "Mr. Guo''s concern is exactly what I am concerned about, but as the governor of California, I will do my best to solve the problem of the power shortage as soon as possible."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I heard from some friends that you plan to use state finance to subsidize Pacific Power and Natural Gas?"


    "Um!"


    After glancing at him, Michael Davis nodded.


    "With all due respect, if you do this, you may incur serious criticism. After all, the government subsidizes a private enterprise with fiscal revenue, which violates the spirit of American business and is beyond the scope of the government''s rights. If it is serious, you Even...!" &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    "Did you lose your governorship?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "If you lose it, you will lose it. A governor who can''t solve the electricity needs of 40 million people in California is really boring in front of him!" Michael Davis laughed at himself.


    "As a native of California, I don''t want to lose a respectable governor." After a pause, Guo Shouyun said, "If you support me, maybe I can provide some help to the current energy crisis!"


    "Oh?"


    Facing the attention of the other party, Guo Shouyun continued: "You must also know that I just used all the assets in my hand to make a $300 million asset-backed securities transaction through Merrill Lynch."


    "Of course. Mr. Guo''s genius in business is probably known to the whole world."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I plan to use the 300 million US dollars to acquire Pacific Power and Natural Gas and Southern California Edison Power Company to jointly deal with this crisis. In addition, I still have some investments, and I also made money from writing. With some money, it should last until the end of California''s energy crisis!" &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    There was a glimmer of light in Michael Davis'' eyes, and it was not a fool to be the governor of California. Guo Shouyun''s intention is very clear, and he hopes the state government can approve or help him acquire the two largest power service providers in California, Pacific and Southern California.


    After Michael Davis nodded irrefutably, "Why did Mr. Guo suddenly become interested in the public service industry. A high-caliber computer student at Stanford University like you should not pursue high-level talents like Microsoft, Oracle, Cisco, and Amazon. Tech companies?"


    "Mr. Governor, I personally like challenges very much. An unfamiliar industry can arouse my interest even more."


    "Mr. Guo is aware of the current state of California''s energy crisis. Are you ... not afraid that after failure, all three billion dollars will be wasted and you will go bankrupt?"


    "Of course I''m afraid. But I''m only twenty years old now, and I still have many chances to come back. Even if I fail this time, I''m confident that I can succeed again!"&1t;i>&1t;/i>


    Michael Davis looked at the confident young man in front of him, nodded slowly after a while, and sighed, "Mr. Guo''s age and talent are really enviable."


    "You deserve a prize! By the way, I greatly admire Mr. Governor''s efforts in California''s energy crisis and your ability to build California over the years, so I hope you can serve as a director of the Pacific Corporation after you quit politics."


    "Pacific Company?" He didn''t remember that Guo Shouyun owned such a company.


    "This is the new name I intend to take after Pacific Power and Gas merges with Southern California Edison."


    Michael Davis'' pupils shrank, "Mr. Guo is really confident!"


    "My confidence is also related to Mr. Governor!"


    "It has something to do with me?" &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Because I understand that you are a political leader who truly thinks about California citizens and businesses!"


    Michael Davis smiled dumbly, "Mr. Guo''s compliment is really embarrassing. However, if it is really beneficial to the California Exhibition, I think I will support it!"


    "That''s the best news I''ve heard this evening. . . . to you!"


    "Ding��!"


    With the crisp sound of collision, Michael Davis and Guo Shouyun seemed to have reached some kind of tacit understanding.


    As the initiator of today''s banquet, he is also the protagonist. Guo Shouyun certainly couldn''t stay in one place all the time. After chatting with Michael Davis again, he took the glass and started chatting with the visiting guests.


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    "Principal Hennessy, Mr. Hammond. Didn''t expect Reed to be with you!"


    Reed Hastings smiled and nodded. As the founder of Netflix, he is no stranger to the company''s major shareholder, Guo Shouyun.


    "I''m also a graduate of Stanford University just nine years before you!"


    "No wonder." After nodding clearly, "Hennis, Mr. Hammond is very happy that you can come tonight."


    John Hennessy, president of Stanford University; George Hammond, executive of the Stanford University Endowment Fund, and vice president of Stanford University.


    "I received an invitation from the best students in the school, of course I can''t miss it!"


    George Hammond nodded in agreement and smiled: "Bruce, do you have time to give a speech to the students at Stanford? Everyone wants to know you!"


    "Of course my alma mater needs me. However, there are a lot of things going on recently, and I''m afraid I won''t be able to find time for a while."


    "It doesn''t matter, the door of Stanford University is open for you at any time. By the way, thank you for your donation to the school." George Hammond said.


    This year, Guo Shouyun donated 500,000 US dollars of the 5% that his two charitable foundations must donate to the Stanford University Endowment Foundation. In 2001, this was not a small number.


    "You''re welcome, Stanford is an excellent school. As a graduate of it, I have an obligation to make it better. And, I will continue to contribute to the school in the future!"


    George Hammond and John Hennessy''s eyes lit up and surprised smiles appeared on their faces.


    Seeing this, Guo Shouyun smiled in his heart. He did so not only as a charity, but as an investment. You must know that Stanford University is the top university in the world. Students from her are all over the world, and most of them occupy a high position in various industries. This vast network of people has unimaginable energy.


    Guo Shouyun, who has been nurtured by China''s "Four Irons of Life", is deeply interested in this.


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 Chapter 192： Gold Team

    Chapter 192 The Golden Team


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    "Reed, Michael told me that Netflix is ??about to go public, congratulations!" When communicating with George Hammond and John Hennessy, Guo Shouyun did not neglect Reed Hastings.


    Reed Hastings has a smile on his face, and going public is the happiest moment for any founder. This means that years of hard work have finally been recognized by the market, and of course, it will be richly rewarded.


    "Thank you. But, Bruce. If you''re going to take your company public, I think it must be a lot more than Netflix."


    "Maybe, who can decide what will happen in the future!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun quickly swept over the three and suddenly said, "Hennis, Mr. Hammond, Reed, are you interested in me? Invest some money in the Thunder Fund, and I promise to give you double the return in one year!"


    After George Hammond and John Hennessy looked at each other, the former laughed, "Bruce, did you tell Bill the same thing?"


    Bill Lockyer, the attorney general of California, was also Guo Shouyun''s guest this evening.


    Guo Shouyun nodded without hesitation and smiled: "It seems that Mr. Lockyer''s publicity effect is not bad!"


    "He''s complaining to us that the best graduates at Stanford have turned into salesmen!" joked George Hammond.


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "When Mr. Lockyer''s investment in Thunder has doubled a year later, he will thank me!"


    "Looks like you''re very confident!" John Hennessy smiled.


    "Of course! I can be worth the money I am now in a year''s time, and financial investments have helped a lot!"


    John Hennessy nodded, and after thinking for a while, "I''m just a college president, and my income can''t compare to yours, so I can only invest up to $50,000!"


    "I''m throwing fifty thousand like Principal Hennessy?" said George Hammond.


    "How about you, Reed?"


    Reed Hastings said with a smile: "Bruce, you really don''t let anyone go. However, I haven''t listed the company yet, and I don''t have much money. I can only support you with $200,000!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Soon the three of you will be glad for your decision today!"


    As he spoke, he raised his glass.


    "I''d love to see that day come sooner. When that happens, if everything goes as you say. I think I''d be more than willing to put in more." George Hammond laughed.


    "Then please wait and see the three of you, cheers!"


    "cheers!"


    The dinner lasted until 9:30 in the evening. After Guo Shouyun personally took the guests away, he counted his gains.


    With one trip down, his Thunder Fund added 57 clients and $21.8 million in assets!


    Counting the investments he had attracted before, excluding himself, the Thunder Fund''s funds finally exceeded 100 million US dollars. $103.4 million! The total number of customers of the Thunder Fund also reached 183.


    Of course, the current 100 million US dollars is not a huge sum for Guo Shouyun, even if it is doubled. But the reason why he sold his Thunder Fund so hard was not the money, but the people who invested the money. Once he made enough money in Argentina''s economic crisis, 9/11, the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, those people who invested would become powerful connections at his disposal.


    Because, no one will dislike or reject someone who can double, or even multiply, their investment every year.


    As the months of February passed, Merrill''s funds gradually arrived.


    "boss!"


    Looking at the young Chinese man in a dark blue suit in front of him and the followers behind him, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Come with me all!"


    The latter nodded, and followed Guo Shouyun into the villa with his companion behind him. Go through the living room, go up to the second floor, and come to a room on the far left.


    Guo Shouyun opened the door, and a room of about 100 square meters, with electronic displays on the surrounding walls, and a computer on the table in the middle appeared in front of everyone.


    "In the future, you will work here!"


    "It''s really cool here and the work environment is so much better than New York."


    A white guy in a black suit couldn''t help but praise.


    The others also nodded in agreement. Seeing how they escaped, Guo Shouyun just smiled and didn''t say much.


    This team, which he dug out through headhunting, has just been formed for less than three months. There are not many people, except for Zhang Shaoling, the team leader. There are three traders: Louis Kikan, Mark Koenig and Huang Xiaoping, and two analysts: Anne Yeager and Lord Wickrum.


    The "gold" team within the Thunder Fund is mainly responsible for operating his investment in gold futures for Guo Shouyun.


    When they saw the new environment almost, Guo Shouyun clapped his hands, and when everyone''s attention came to him, "You will work here in the future! If you need anything in life, you can ask George to solve it!"


    Standing beside Guo Shouyun, George Fields, the housekeeper of Hanshan Courtyard, bowed to everyone with a smile.


    "Next, let''s talk about your main work!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked around and said, "You must have read it from the newspaper. I just issued $3 billion in asset-backed securities through Merrill Lynch. The task in the next week is to put all my $3 billion into gold futures. The leverage is the same as before, ten times!"


    Everyone trembled, surprised at his generosity, and excited expressions on their faces. To be able to master such a huge investment, both the process and the outcome is exciting.


    Presumably the others, Zhang Shaoling should be calmer, "Boss, how much maintenance margin do we reserve?"


    "$500 million!"


    Guo Shouyun said the numbers that he had considered for a long time.


    Zhang Shaoling nodded clearly.


    "...But after March 2, all the maintenance deposits will be put in." Guo Shouyun said slowly.


    Although he can''t remember the exact time of the outbreak of Argentina''s economic crisis, the information channels he has now can analyze some information that can be used. For example: Argentina''s debt repayment time.


    According to Guo Shouyun''s survey, Argentina will usher in a small debt repayment peak in March, with an overall need to repay $2.19 billion in debt. The earliest date for a World Bank loan to be repaid was March 5, and the amount was $350 million.


    Combined with the real-life adjustment and the memories of his previous life, the time when the Argentine financial crisis broke out should be around March 5th. Therefore, on March 2, the maintenance margin was fully pressed in. Even a fall from behind will not penetrate his bottom line. Moreover, in three days, even if Goldman Sachs and Morgan decide to deal with him, it is impossible to react so quickly.


    "Boss, isn''t it too risky to do this!"


    Zhang Shaoling couldn''t help but persuade. Although he didn''t want to question the boss''s decision, Guo Shouyun''s investment plan was really crazy. This is no longer an investment, but a gambler''s behavior.


    Moreover, Guo Shouyun''s investment in gold is not a small amount.


    Asset-backed securities for the second copyright of $420 million. From November last year to the present, the actual income of copyright (including book publishing and film and television rights), after deducting monthly living expenses, and the investment of 10 million US dollars to Guo''s business group, the remaining 185 million accumulated in the past five months Dollar.


    If you add the $3 billion in AS bonds that have just arrived, and the $103 million that Guo Shouyun has worked hard to raise. All this adds up to $3.7 billion. With ten times leverage, he invested $37 billion in the entire gold futures.


    Although this is nothing for the entire gold futures market, for Guo Shouyun, it is true that his current net worth is nearly ten times. In the eyes of others, this is indeed a gamble.


    "If you don''t take risks, how can there be unexpected gains!"


    After patting Zhang Shaoling on the shoulder, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked out.


    "Remember what I told you before, and remember to notify in time if there is anything!"


    After listening to the lingering sound, after everyone looked at each other for a few times, Louis Kikan couldn''t help but say, "OSS is crazy, but I like it!"


    "Gamblers love gamblers!" Annie Yeager, the only woman in the group, muttered after rolling his eyes.


    "Okay. Let''s familiarize yourself with the working environment. We have a very heavy task in the future!"


    After clapping his hands and transferring the attraction of the crowd, Zhang Shaoling greeted.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun, who went downstairs, was not idle, but after finding a quiet corner, he called Zhang Lei, who was far away on the other side of the Pacific Ocean.


    "boss!"


    "I have seen the information you sent me. There is no problem with the staffing. I will call the funds on March 1, with a total of 45 million US dollars. I will call you again when the time comes."


    "Yes!" Zhang Lei agreed, "That''s right, boss. The information you asked me to check has come to fruition. At present, in gold futures, the financial company with the highest leverage is Bear Stearns, and they can give 27 times leverage. ."


    "Bear Stearns?" Guo Shouyun knew in his heart. He is no stranger to this well-known investment bank on Wall Street.


    "Understood! How is the discussion with the Sishui Municipal Government?"


    "It''s still in contact, and there is great hope of success, but we also have competitors!"


    "Who?"


    "Singapore''s first food company, they bid 380 million Chinese dollars!"


    "It''s a shrewd guy. ... Raise the stakes and work hard in the officialdom!"


    "clear!"


    "Where''s Country Garden?"


    "Mr. Li is still in contact. The progress is not too fast!"


    "why?"


    "Country Garden''s family business atmosphere is too strong, and it is a little bit resistant to our investment. However, Mr. Li is trying his best to persuade Yang Huiyan, who, because he is receiving American business education, agrees with the modern enterprise management system and the introduction of strategic investors to transform the company''s operation. The strategy of the model. However, it will take a certain amount of time to influence his father through Yang Huiyan. ... By the way, boss. Sun Chi of Shunchi found us and hoped that we could invest in his company."


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    "Shunchi?" Guo Shouyun was stunned, there was no such name in the top ten Huaxia real estate in later generations.


    "His founder is called Sun Hongbin, and the company is located in Jinmen!"


    Hearing the name, Guo Shouyun instantly remembered the past in his previous life. In the early years of the 21st century in China, the most beautiful real estate company was neither Evergrande nor Country Garden. It is Sun Hongbin''s Shunchi Real Estate Company. With its superb capital operation strategy, Sunco has created a record of only six months from entering construction to opening sales. At its peak, it created nearly 10 billion in revenue, second only to Vanke and R&F.


    It''s a pity that "unforeseen circumstances are bound to happen". In 2004, the state noticed that real estate investment was overheated and began to restrict bank credit. The capital operation model of Shunchi, which was stretched to the limit, could not be sustained in an instant. In the end, whether Shunchi went bankrupt or was sold off, Guo Shouyun can''t remember. But it''s not going to be good for sure.


    "Reject it, the risk of Shunchi''s operation is too high!"


    Zhang Lei responded, which was exactly what he was worried about.


    "One more thing: the A3 plot of Pengcheng that we liked has been photographed!"


    "How much?" Guo Shouyun said with great interest.


    Hanhua has not been established for a long time and does not have a deep relationship in Huaxia officialdom. There is no way to get land at the reserve price like other real estate companies. Therefore, the land can only be obtained at a high price through auction. But even so, compared to today''s skyrocketing real estate market in China, it is still profitable.


    "55.8 acres of land, a total of 108 million Chinese coins!"


    "Is the Equinox Fund enough?"


    "We now have 12 million, and some company shares invested by the re-mortgage fund can raise funds of about 40 million. According to the requirements of Huaxia regulations, only 30% of the land payment needs to be paid before the opening, and the rest can be paid at the end of the year and the second year. Pay separately. So we have enough money.��


    "What about the partner?"


    "Vanke, Zhonghai, and R&F are all candidates, but which one is still being discussed!"


    After nodding clearly, "This is our first order in the Huaxia real estate market. We would rather make less money and maintain our reputation."


    "clear!"


    After the two chatted about Hanhua''s business, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    After taking a deep breath, the pressure in his heart dissipated inexplicably. Hanhua''s smooth development made him more confident when facing the Enron Alliance.


    "It''s a pity that the time is too short. Otherwise, wait until "Legend" really develops. This time Hanhua can use the funds not 45 million US dollars!"


    Asia, especially China, was a weak area for the Enron allies, so he regarded the funds that Hanhua had collected as a secret chess game. It is inevitable that Goldman Sachs and Morgan were aware of his capital flow and discovered Hanhua''s actions. Guo Shouyun did not use his assets in North America.


    One bright and one dark, one with great fanfare, the other quietly entered the field. These two preparations gave him the preparation to deal with danger calmly.


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    "Mr. Guo, I haven''t seen you for two months, but you are famous!"


    After holding Stephen Bryan''s hand, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "The reputation gained from this debt is not very enjoyable. ... This is the chief operating officer of ******, John Shiva. Mr Zman?"


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    John Schwarzman, in a black suit, smiled.


    "Mr. Paul Turner, President of Bank of America, and Mr. Jolia Moyin, Chief Operating Officer of Citibank, welcome you to the Hanshan Courtyard!" Guo Shouyun extended his own words to the two American financial giants. right hand.


    "Mr. Guo''s Hanshan Courtyard has an outstanding reputation in California''s upper class, and it is my honor to be a guest here."


    After Paul Turner finished speaking, Jolia Moyin nodded in agreement.


    "Mr. Turner''s compliment is really embarrassing!" Guo Shouyun turned sideways, "Everyone, please come in!"


    A group of people walked into the living room of the villa under his welcome, and then the guests and the host took their seats. After George Fields greeted the servants to serve coffee and tea prepared in advance, Guo Shouyun went straight to the topic after a few simple greetings.


    "Everyone is here, it seems that there is good news!"


    Stephen Bryan smiled: "At the beginning, Mr. Guo said that if we Goldman Sachs can raise more than 40% of Apple''s shares, we will initiate an acquisition and hire us Goldman Sachs as independent financial advisors?"


    "That''s right. So, you''re done?"


    "Yes!" Stephen Bryan nodded, and after reaching out to the secretary, he took out a stack of documents from the briefcase handed over by the latter and put it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. Guo, look, these are the Apple equity information owned by Goldman Sachs."


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes lit up and he couldn''t wait to pick it up.


    Noticing his action, Stephen Bryan and the others exchanged glances vaguely.


    "45.7%?"


    Seeing the last number, Guo Shouyun was surprised.


    "Yes! In order to make it easier for Mr. Guo to acquire Apple, we raised some more shares! I hope you are satisfied with our work!"


    "Satisfied, satisfied, I am very satisfied. It seems that choosing Goldman Sachs as a partner is the wisest choice I made." Guo Shouyun''s face was full of surprise smiles.


    "Thank you. This is the best compliment to our work."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, his eyes quickly glanced at the three of Paul Turner, "Why are the three gentlemen here...?"


    "Mr. Guo, we know that you are planning to acquire Pacific Power and Natural Gas and Southern California Edison Power. The three of us are here on behalf of our respective companies and are very willing to provide you with financial support in this merger." John Schwarzman smiled.


    Paul Turner nodded, "We promise that Mr. Guo will get the best conditions from us."


    "Oh, I''d love to hear the three conditions?" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "We made an assessment of the assets and liabilities of the Pacific and Southern California. If Mr. Guo wants to acquire a wholly-owned acquisition, it will cost about 5 to 6 billion US dollars. According to the amount of funds in Mr. Guo''s hands, you need about 2.5 billion US dollars. financing...!"


    "Wait." Guo Shouyun interrupted Jolia Mo Yin''s words, "I''m sorry, I''m interjecting. First of all, the asset-backed securities in my hand of 3 billion US dollars will flow out 2 billion US dollars to complete the acquisition of Apple. The remaining 10 $100 million is the money for this acquisition of Pacific and Southern California. So, not $2.5 billion, but $4 billion, or more!��


    Jolia Mo Yin frowned, "Mr. Guo, Apple''s market value is currently only 4 billion US dollars, and given its current poor operating conditions, the premium will not be too high. At present, you have 3.7 billion US dollars of funds in your hands. , plus the mortgage loan on Amazon''s stock price, the amount of funds is sufficient. Moreover, the Apple shares you acquired have enough value themselves, and after repeated pledges, they are enough to raise $2.5 billion or more. And this money, you can invest On mergers and acquisitions in the Pacific and Southern California.��


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Mo Yin to know so much about my financial situation?" Guo Shouyun said, looking directly at the other party.


    "How can you make targeted financial solutions if you don''t understand the financial situation of your customers?" Jolia Moyin said with a smile.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Your suggestion is indeed correct. But you also know that the California energy crisis has not calmed down, and I don''t know how long it will last. I must release a certain amount of funds to deal with the crisis. Otherwise, I will buy What''s the point of the two companies?"


    "Mr. Guo is now making a lot of money in the stock market and futures, and he will make more as time goes on. So, you can use the gains from the financial markets to maintain operations in the Pacific and Southern California." Paul Turner Road.


    "Mr. Turner, although I make some money in the stock market and futures, I don''t want to put the company''s future in high-risk stocks and futures!"


    "Mr. Guo''s answer is really surprising. Now your image in the outside world is ''Hunter Brothers II''!" John Schwartzman laughed.


    "Brother Hunter II?" Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, then he laughed.


    He is no stranger to the brothers who have left footprints in American financial history.


    Nelson Buck Hunter and his brother William Herbert Hunter were oil tycoons in Texas in the 1970s and 1980s. What impresses them is not their wealth, but the two brothers'' speculation in silver in the late 1970s and early 1980s.


    The Hunt brothers teamed up, using margin trading, to hold 200 million ounces and more than $10 billion in silver positions. Almost the entire U.S. market was in their hands at the time. But unfortunately, they calculated the amount of silver in the U.S. market, but they were unable to calculate how much silver was stored in the U.S. private sector.


    So, when the price of silver in the United States was fired to an unprecedented $50.06 an ounce, a large amount of silverware hidden in basements and attics flowed into the market. The price of silver began to fall, and the Hunt Brothers long silver made a huge loss. Needless to say, everyone can guess the consequences. The Hunter Brothers went bankrupt.


    It was also the most famous case of precious metal hoarding on Wall Street at the end of the 20th century. UU reading The Hunt brothers have also become representatives of "financial gamblers".


    Although he does not identify himself as a financial gambler, his behavior now resembles the Hunter brothers. Because he has already invested 3 billion US dollars in gold futures, leveraging a huge capital of 30 billion US dollars.


    If it weren''t for the fact that the gold market was hundreds of times larger than the silver market, his speculation in gold would have been comparable to the Hunter brothers.


    "Several, when I was studying, I was impressed by a passage from the British financier Sir Ernes Cassel in the early 20th century: When I was young people called me a gambler; Growing up, I was called a speculator; now I''m called a banker. But I''ve been doing the same job!"


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    "Mr. Guo''s answer is really impressive!" Paul Turner said with deep eyes.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said nothing.


    "Everyone, I think we should talk about some serious things!" After Stephen Bryan finished speaking, his eyes turned to Guo Shouyun, "Mr. Guo, the main reason why we are here today is to combine the strength of our four companies. , as your M&A advisor and financial advisor on the acquisition of Apple, the integration of three companies in the Pacific and Southern California."


    "Oh?"


    Guo Shouyun''s inquiring eyes swept across the four of them one by one.


    "We are very optimistic about the future development potential of Mr. Guo, so we are very willing to cooperate with you!" Paul Turner said.


    Jolia Moyin, Stephen Bryan and others also nodded in agreement.


    Looking at their sincere expressions, Guo Shouyun might have been really moved by them if he hadn''t guessed the reason long ago.


    Unfortunately, none of the capitalists has ever been charitable. At this time, all the people sitting in front of him were ''wolves in sheep''s clothing'', and if they were not careful, they would be swallowed by their belts.


    After a glimmer of light in his eyes, Guo Shouyun said with a hint of excitement on his face: "Thank you for your attention, and I am personally very willing to cooperate with Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America and Citi!"


    After the four exchanged glances, Paul Turner smiled: "It seems that we can continue to exchange opinions on cooperation!"


    "Of course, I''m all ears!" Guo Shouyun said immediately.


    After looking at him, Jolia Moyin smiled and said, "The total value of the three companies of Apple, Pacific and Southern California is about 9 billion to 10 billion US dollars. How much does Mr. Guo plan to invest himself?"


    "You must know how much I can invest!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "$4 billion?"


    Stephen Bryan asked.


    "No! $2 billion!"


    "$2 billion?"


    This figure made the financial giants present frown.


    "Not bad! ... For the remaining funding gap, I hope to use the acquisition of shares in three companies as collateral to settle $6 billion, and the remaining $1 billion to $2 billion will be paid for by the future revenue of the two companies." Since Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citigroup Of course, he has to search hard to send money to the door with Bank of America. Guo Shouyun wouldn''t even want to pay $2 billion if it wasn''t for the fear of self-defeating and fear that they would retreat and think of other ways.


    "Mr. Guo''s remaining funds are going to be invested in the operation of the two companies?" asked Jolia Mo Yin.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I don''t know when the California energy crisis will end. Apple''s current business situation is not very good. Therefore, I must set aside enough operating funds!"


    "But most of Mr. Guo''s working capital is now in high-risk gold futures, aren''t you afraid of losing all of it?" John Schwartzman said.


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun said, "Of course I''m afraid, but I believe that gold investment can give me a good return."


    "Oh? Can Mr. Guo reveal the reason?" the former asked.


    ��The reason is actually quite simple: intuition plus a little judgment.��


    "Mr. Guo, please?" John Schwarzman asked.


    "Everyone understands the meaning of ''intuition'', and you must also understand a little judgment. After the bull market in the 1990s collapsed with the Nasdaq crisis, the current US and even the entire Western economy is in a downturn, and gold as a safe-haven product is subject to People''s favor, the price has risen significantly, in the next one to two years, gold futures will become a good investment product!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "No?" Jolia Moyin said in surprise.


    "Gone!"


    Guo Shouyun spread his hands.


    Looking at his calm expression, Jolia Moyin and the four of them looked at each other, but they didn''t let go of each other''s brows. Guo Shouyun''s explanation just now was too far-fetched. In the United States, anyone who knows a little about finance can say what he just said.


    "Mr. Guo is not kidding, right?" John Schwartzman said.


    "Of course not. Actually, my investment in gold futures is more intuitive. I believe that the price of gold will continue to rise. As for why, I think analysts at Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Citi and Bank of America can find a lot for you. , and with more detailed data and reasons than I have here."


    "Mr. Guo''s answer will allow us to improve our risk assessment of working with you!" Paul Turner continued.


    "I''ve been frank enough in front of you all. If this causes our cooperation to fail, it''s really a pity!" Guo Shouyun sighed slightly.


    "Mr. Guo, I want to know why you are optimistic about Apple, Pacific Ocean and Southern California. You must know that their current business conditions are not good, and their future does not look so bright!" Stephen Bryan asked suddenly.


    Looking at his sharp and exploratory eyes, Guo Shouyun''s thoughts turned around, and after thinking for a moment, "Does Mr. Brian know Mr. Li Ka-shing?"


    "The chairman of the board of directors of Hong Kong Hutchison Group and Changjiang Group?"


    "Not bad! ... I read one of his bios, and there was one line that struck me: No matter how many companies you invest in, you have to make sure that there is a company that will always be profitable, no matter the circumstances."


    "So Mr. Guo chose Apple, Southern California and the Pacific?" Jolia Moyin said.


    "Mr. Mo Yin is half right. Apple is a high-tech company, and I am interested in investing in high-tech companies. And the Pacific and Southern California are my practice of what I just said. The public service industry has more than others. The stability of the industry. Because in any future era, people, whether poor or rich, cannot live without electricity.��


    "Mr. Guo seems to have forgotten the California energy crisis that is not over yet!" John Schwarzman questioned.


    "I certainly will not forget the California energy crisis. However, how can there be any business in the world that is absolutely foolproof? Compared with finance, the Internet, industry, agriculture, etc., the stability of the public service industry is already very superior. The California energy crisis always has The day it ends. Moreover, I also believe that after this crisis, the government will introduce better regulations to prevent similar black swan events from happening.��


    "Mr. Guo''s way of thinking is always different from ordinary people, and he can find opportunities in crises. No wonder he can achieve career heights that others have not reached for decades in just one year."


    "Mr. Schwarzman has won the prize, and he is far worse than me!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun changed the subject and said, "I have said a lot, should we talk about financing now?"


    The four exchanged glances, and Stephen Bryan said, "Mr. Guo, although your explanation just now is sincere enough, the four of us agree with what you just thought. But the boards of Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi and Bank of America do not. Will agree. All they know is that Apple, Pacific and Southern California are doing badly right now..."


    "so what?"


    "So...if you plan to invest $2 billion upfront to finance the subsequent mergers and acquisitions of three companies, we need you to sign a supplemental agreement!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned, watching Stephen Bryan take out a document from his briefcase and hand it over.


    ����In order to ensure the investment security of our four companies, if your acquisition is successful and the new company after the integration of Pacific and Southern California loses more than $2 billion in six months, then Morgan, Citi, Bank of America and Goldman Sachs, can use the new company Buy it for half the real asset price. Similarly, if Apple''s stock is below $6 per share, then we can also buy it for half of Apple''s market value. The funds from both transactions will be the same as your financing. Subtract the total amount, if the final value is positive, then we will pay you the excess funds. If the final value is negative, then you must make up the funds you owe.��


    After listening, Guo Shouyun felt the deep malice between the lines, looking at the information in his hand, the calm expressions on the four of them, and the unfathomable eyes.


    There is no doubt that if everything is as the other side says, the final result cannot be positive at all. Even in the best-case scenario, he would owe $3 billion to $4 billion. And this debt is enough to swallow most of his other assets.


    Google, LinkedIn, Matrix, Ayal, Phoenix, Guo Shi, Ruby, he will lose most of them.


    "This is the so-called ''Hound Project''!" Guo Shouyun thought silently while looking at the thick document in his hand.


    Although he had been mentally prepared before, when everything came, he still felt the huge pressure.


    "This is a gambling agreement!"


    Guo Shouyun took a deep breath, calmed down his complicated emotions, then looked directly at the four of them and said slowly.


    "Not bad! But I think this is a fair gambling agreement. After all, Mr. Guo''s investment risk is very high, and we have to ensure the safety of investment in our respective companies! Of course, if Mr. Guo refuses, then we can only regret it. Announce that this cooperation has failed!" Jolia Moyin spread her hands and smiled.


    Under the gaze of the four people and eight eyes, Guo Shouyun became silent, and there was a deep thought on his face.


    With his silence, the atmosphere in the living room also became solemn. The surrounding secretaries and entourages also tried to hold their breath, slowing down or stopping their movements to avoid disturbing the plans of the bosses because of their own mistakes.


    "I can agree to your request, but I have two conditions?"


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun raised his head and said calmly.


    "Please say!"


    Stephen Bryan nodded.


    "First, the interest rate of this leveraged financing cannot exceed 8%. Second, when we sign the cooperation agreement, you will transfer 3 billion US dollars to my account, and I will use this money to acquire Apple''s equity. ."


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    The four exchanged glances, and after discussing in a low voice, Stephen Bryan said: "The first condition is fine. But the second condition is not valid. If Mr. Guo wants to acquire the rest of Apple''s shares, we are willing to do it for you. And we Guaranteed price will not exceed 10% of Apple''s market value."


    Listening to Stephen Bryan''s firm tone and looking at their unhesitating eyes, Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart. He originally planned to try it out to see if he could use a sum of money to continue investing in gold to reserve cash flow for the future battle, but now it seems that there is no chance. Obviously, Stephen Bryan and Paul Turner thought about this too, directly preventing him from using the money any chance.


    "Okay, can this Apple stock be transferred to me?"


    It was just a trial, and it didn''t matter if it didn''t work. At least the first one can make him have a lot of money left.


    "Of course. However, Mr. Guo cannot use this stock for any financing business including mortgage loans and AS securities!" Stephen Bryan said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, already realizing that he could no longer make cheap money, so he simply put an end to any extra thoughts. Just use the means you have established before to fight these financial giants to the end.


    After the two parties reached an agreement, a contract was signed according to the terms just agreed upon. The contract stipulates that the four companies, Citigroup, Goldman Sachs and Bank of America, will provide capital and investment services for Guo Shouyun''s acquisition of Apple, Pacific Power and Natural Gas, and Southern California Edison Power Company, at the price of Guo Shouyun''s current Huge financing with uncertain capital usage, offering a 7.82% return over the next two decades.


    According to the normal leveraged financing agreement, this rate of return must be very low. But if you count that gambling agreement. It pushed the risk of this investment to an unpredictable peak.


    As soon as the contract was signed, Guo Shouyun said again after putting down the pen: "Everyone, now let''s talk about the investment of my $2 billion of self-owned funds?"


    "Does Mr. Guo intend to sell the short position of Enron? Or the long position of gold futures?" Jolia Moyin asked.


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Neither! ... I plan to use Amazon''s equity and the income from my third batch of AS asset-backed securities this year as input for the acquisition of Apple, Southern California, and the Pacific."


    "Amazon''s equity. Speaking of which, I admire Mr. Guo very much. He is willing to sell a thriving high-quality enterprise with an annual revenue of nearly 2 billion US dollars and a profit of nearly 300 million US dollars to Amazon!" John Schwarzman said .


    Facing his exploratory eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled, "I am more optimistic about Amazon''s future than the limited publishing market. Of course, when it comes to investment, everyone has different strategies. It''s just a high-tech company!"


    After a pause, his eyes quickly swept over everyone, "Who is interested in this mortgage loan?"


    "There is no doubt that we are all interested. Moreover, we are also interested in the issuance of Mr. Guo''s third batch of AS securities!" Paul Turner said.


    "That''s right!" Jolia Mo Yin nodded in agreement.


    However, they nodded in agreement. Stephen Bryan didn''t want to. At the beginning, these were all projects that Guo Shouyun promised to Goldman Sachs.


    "Mr. Guo, when we cooperated on the Apple project last time, you promised to hand over the third batch of asset-backed securities and the equity mortgage of Thorn Bird Publishing Company to Goldman Sachs."


    "Of course. But aren''t you two?"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at the four in surprise. Of course, he was pretending. In Enron''s investment, when Goldman Sachs sold him, he lost all goodwill to the Wall Street giant. Today, if you can see their dog biting a dog here, although it can''t solve any big problem, it can be regarded as a small sullen breath.


    "Of course we are one piece!" John Schwarzman repeated, then turned his attention to Stephen Bryan, "Stephen, we are partners at this time, and Goldman Sachs should not be involved in any financing projects of Mr. Guo. Forget Morgan."


    "And we Citi!"


    "The same goes for Bank of America!"


    Looking at the three people''s unrelenting expressions, Stephen Bryan was extremely depressed. Originally, he planned to discuss these two financings with Guo Shouyun in private. Unexpectedly, he said it in front of everyone today.


    "Alas," Stephen Bryan sighed inwardly. In order to consider the overall situation of the "Hound Project" and the "Enron Project", he had to make concessions in this Amazon financing and AS securities.


    Things went smoothly after Stephen Bryan compromised.


    Guo Shouyun''s 22% stake in Amazon is worth about $1.2 billion at market value. After considering risk factors, he got a loan equivalent to 70% of the total value, or $850 million, with an interest rate of 7.37%.


    Guo Shouyun used the first volume of "The Big Bang Theory", the first and second volumes of "Underworld", the first and second volumes of "Lost", "Island Bookstore", "Spring in the Cattle Class", "Source Code", "Hangover" "The second volume, a total of seven volumes and nine volumes; got his current highest amount of copyright AS asset-backed securities.


    Ten years, $580 million, 7.18% interest rate! The reasons are not complicated: First, his books have always been a best-seller, with nearly 20 books published so far, "Waterloo" has never appeared.


    Second, the just-released "Fast and Furious" was a big hit at the box office. It achieved a box office of 30.18 million within a week. Not only did it successfully recover all the investment, but according to the previous rules, it was another successful movie with a box office of over 100 million. Moreover, including it, and "Smart: Ghost Story", which previously set the second highest revenue ratio in Hollywood, two consecutive films adapted by Guo Shouyun have achieved excellent results. Under this kind of good news, the price increase is a matter of course. thing.


    A cooperation agreement was signed, and after leaving Stephen Bryan and the four to have lunch, Guo Shouyun personally sent them out of the Hanshan Courtyard.


    "boss��?"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun who was still standing at the door staring at the road in the distance after the convoy disappeared, Wendy couldn''t help but reminded him.


    "Um?"


    "Everyone is gone, can we go back?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, turned around and just walked a few steps into the manor, then stopped again.


    "Wendy, call Qin Zhicheng when you go back and ask him to come to me."


    "Yes!"


    At the same time, in the extended Lincoln in the center of the team, the four who just left were also exchanging opinions with each other around the previous negotiation.


    "I think he should be aware of our plan!" Paul Turner said.


    "I feel that way too. Otherwise, he wouldn''t be desperate to mortgage almost all the assets in his name." John Schwarzman said.


    "Maybe he is just a gambler like John Doerr and the Hunter Brothers. After seeing the gold futures market, he wants to crush all his wealth and make the most profit." Jolia Moyin said with a smile.


    "Brian, what do you think?"


    Paul Turner asked after glancing at Stephen Bryan, who had been silent since he got into the car.


    "Bruce Guo, everyone has been in contact with him. I believe that each of our companies has hundreds of pages of analysis of his past investment style and personality characteristics. You think he is the kind of high-risk investment project. people?"


    The three frowned slightly, and after looking at each other, Paul Turner said, "What about your opinion?"


    "I feel that he did sense our plan. However, he did not intend to back down under the pressure of Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citigroup and Bank of America, but to give it a shot!" Stephen Bryan said with deep eyes.


    "Give it a go? Use gold futures?" Jolia Moyin frowned.


    Stephen Bryan nodded silently.


    "The company''s analysts submit an analysis report on the precious metal market every day. Although, the gold market is doing well in the long run because of the current US economic environment. But there is no possibility of a surge in the short term." John Schwarzman said.


    "From a global perspective, Asia has recovered from the financial crisis in 1998, and driven by China, the economy has maintained a relatively fast growth rate. Europe, North America, Australia, after the Internet bubble, the economy was limited to difficulties, But after a year of precipitation, the fastest time has passed. Africa...!" Paul Turner shook his head, this financial desert has no possibility of affecting the global market, except for South Africa.


    ����The only thing to worry about is South America. After the liberal economic system started, the economies of all South American countries became unstable.��


    "There are 21 countries in South America, and only a few have the ability to have a certain impact on the entire world economy, such as Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru." John Schwarzman said.


    "It seems that after going back, it is necessary for us to do a detailed analysis of the economies of several major South American countries." Stephen Bryan said.


    The four nodded, and Paul Turner''s expression suddenly became a little more serious.


    "Everyone, if the price of gold rises, Bruce Guo, who has invested heavily in gold futures, will definitely make a lot of profits. Our plan may fail at that time!"


    "It doesn''t matter if it fails. We''ve made enough money from Enron anyway. Plus, the Amazon equity mortgage, the financing to acquire Apple, Pacific and Southern California, and the AS bond sale add up to nearly 90 percent. It��s also a huge benefit for us to be able to take out such a large loan in these times of economic downturn,�� Stephen Bryan said.


    The three nodded, and Jolia Moyin said, "It''s just that An Ran and Oliver Balin can''t explain it."


    "Kenneth, Jeffrey''s stock has almost sold out As for Oliver Baring, it depends on whether he can close it in time. If Enron''s stock price rises to 70 US dollars as planned , they still plan to play a capital game with Bruce Guo. Then we will still support them, provided they have enough assets to pay for the losses after failure!" Paul Turner said.


    Hearing this, the four looked at each other and smiled at each other.


    So, never expect real loyalty from capitalists, other than money and profit.


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    Chapter 196 Gold Futures Speculation


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    "Boss, are you looking for me?"


    The next day, Qin Zhicheng came to Guo''s Manor.


    "How''s it going with Stan Lee?"


    After waving him to sit down and pouring him a glass of water, Guo Shouyun asked.


    "After we promised to acquire the rights to Marvel, return the copyright of Spider-Man to Marvel, and invest 400 million US dollars to start shooting, his attitude has loosened. However, the price still insists on 860 million US dollars!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly. With the film and television copyright of "The Da Vinci Code" plus 10 million US dollars, Guo Shouyun has been planning to win Marvel after buying the copyright of Little Spider from Sony. After all, in the second decade of the 21st century, there is no film company more valuable than it.


    "You can continue to talk about the acquisition of Marvel. When necessary, the offer can be raised."


    "clear!"


    "This is the documents of Arthur Andersen and WorldCom, you can take it back and have a look!" He took out two documents from the drawer and handed them to Qin Zhicheng.


    After taking a brief look, Qin Zhicheng turned his inquiring eyes to Guo Shouyun and quietly waited for his next words.


    "After reading it, you can help me check all the bonds issued by these two companies, including their ratings, and their share of ups and downs." Guo Shouyun explained.


    "When do you want it?"


    "Give it to me before the end of March!"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun patted him on the shoulder with a smile, opened the drawer and took out a bulging blue and white pot with a red cloth covering the size of a teapot.


    "I know you like to drink Dahongpao. I bought it specially from Huaxia. Take it back and drink it."


    "Hey, you are rich, I''m welcome!"


    Qin Zhicheng, who already knew Guo Shouyun''s character after getting along for a long time, took it over.


    "You guy has never been polite to me." After a pause, "Come on, it''s rare for you to come and accompany me to play tennis. You can relax after work!"


    Qin Zhicheng also refused, nodded and followed.


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    Time flies like water, and in the blink of an eye, it''s already March. Seeing that the major opportunity he planned was getting closer and closer, Guo Shouyun simply moved his family from Guo''s Manor to Hanshan Courtyard.


    Tuesday, March 2, 2001! Guo Shouyun ate breakfast early after running, and after tidying up, he brought Wendy to the innermost room on the far right of the second floor.


    When he pushed the door and came in, there was a large electronic screen hanging on it, and the red and blue curves clearly displayed the gold spot and gold futures, including forward contracts, in all gold trading markets in New York, Chicago, London, Singapore, Tokyo, etc. In all price curve rooms, everyone stood up like a spring.


    They all know that today is a big day.


    "boss��!"


    Looking at the pair of eyes full of excitement, anticipation, and tension, Guo Shouyun nodded, and his eyes slowly swept across everyone''s faces, trying to keep calm, and suddenly smiled after a while: "Although today is very important, everyone should not be too much. Seriously, according to my requirements, just do your job well."


    But unfortunately, his original plan to relieve the mental pressure of these employees failed without accident. Of course, this is also understandable. 5.2 billion U.S. dollars in gold futures full position, ten times leverage leveraged 52 billion U.S. dollars, holding 2 million gold futures contracts. If the price of gold drops by 100 basis points, Guo Shouyun will lose $200 million in his account. If the price of gold falls by $26, all of Guo Shouyun''s gold futures investments will be cleared. Of course, high risk also contains huge returns.


    Leveraged futures play a heartbeat. If you are not prepared to take risks, and you have prepared the system stop loss standard in advance, it is best not to touch it. Over the years, the risk probability of "one win, two draws and seven companionship" has never changed in the high-risk stock and futures markets. Unfortunately, no matter how severe the economic crisis is, there are still countless people who feel that they are one of ten people who make money. In fact, most people end up losing 70% of their money!


    Closer to home, after entering the door, Guo Shouyun briefly looked at each display screen.


    "Is it almost time?"


    "In another 15 minutes, the London Gold Futures Exchange will open!" Zhang Shaoling nodded.


    "Boss, sit down!"


    The obedient Lord Wickrum moved Guo Shouyun a chair.


    After nodding and sitting down, Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Everyone sit down too!"


    "How much did the price of gold drop yesterday?" Guo Shouyun looked back at the electronic display and asked.


    "Fall down 427 basis points!" Zhang Shaoling said.


    "So much?" Guo Shouyun couldn''t help frowning.


    "How much have we lost?"


    ��$754 million. But overall, our gold bulls haven��t lost anything!��


    Guo Shouyun is of course clear about this. He invested in gold twice before. A long position of $500 million started on January 15th and continued until the end of the month, so what he got was the average price in the second half of January. That''s $262.34 an ounce. The second $2.5 billion investment was on February 13, and the average price for the second half of February was $2.74 per ounce. The price of gold at the close of the London Gold Exchange on March 1 was $263.78 an ounce. So overall, Guo Shouyun''s gold futures did not lose, and even maintained a profit of more than 900 million US dollars.


    "Is there any particular reason for the fall in gold prices?"


    "It''s just a fine-tuning of the market. If there is any reason, it may have something to do with the decline in demand in the East!"


    Guo Shouyun suddenly realized that February is the Chinese New Year, and wealthy aunts like to buy some gold and jewelry during the New Year. Therefore, the off-peak seasons of big gold-demanding countries such as China and India will also have a certain impact on the international gold price. The news of "Huaxia Auntie''s victory over Wall Street investment bank" has been repeatedly mentioned many times.


    "Boss, the gold price in the London morning market is out!"


    The words of the trader Huang Xiaoping instantly attracted the attention of Guo Shouyun and Zhang Shaoling.


    "How many?"


    Guo Shouyun took two steps forward and said urgently.


    ��$263.52, down 26 basis points from yesterday!��


    "It fell!" Guo Shouyun was a little excited in his heart, because it has fallen a lot now, and when the financial crisis in Argentina breaks out, it will rise even more fiercely.


    "Boss, do you want to increase the position?" Zhang Shaoling said.


    "add!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded vigorously. Counting Amazon''s equity loans, the third batch of AS securities, and the previous position margin, he currently has $2.2 billion in his hands.


    "$800 million, split into 24 different time periods, traded in London, New York, and Hong Kong."


    There are five major gold trading markets in the world, namely Zurich, London, New York, Hong Kong and Tokyo. Because the time zone corresponding to each trading market is different. Therefore, by convention, the trading hours of major gold markets around the world are based on London time, resulting in non-stop gold trading in London, New York, Chicago and Hong Kong.


    In general, London''s daily morning pricing at 10:30 am kicks off the North American gold market. New York, Chicago, etc. opened successively. When London set the price in the afternoon, New York and other places were still trading. At this time, Hong Kong also began to trade. The last market in London affects the morning market price in the United States, the last market in the United States will affect the opening price in Hong Kong, and the last market in Hong Kong and the closing price in the United States will affect the opening price in London. market place.


    However, most of the gold invested by Guo Shouyun is gold futures rather than spot. So his main trading markets are New York and Chicago, which are the world''s largest gold futures markets. As the world''s largest gold market, London mainly trades spot gold. Of course there are futures, but not as much as New York and Chicago. But the price of gold in London affects spot gold and futures gold prices around the world.


    Guo Shouyun gave an order, and everyone got busy. Traders put funds into Thunder Fund��s trading accounts in the world��s five largest gold markets, and analysts began to look for every factor that might have an impact on gold prices from the high-priced data provided by those cooperative intelligence companies: such as dollar trends, oil prices, Gold supply and demand, and geopolitics, etc.


    Although these are not enough to change Guo Shouyun''s decision, it is something he cannot help but understand. And he''s waiting for the day when analysts hand him information on Argentina''s debt default.


    On March 2, the international gold price fluctuated by 27 basis points. On March 3, Guo Shouyun once again bought $8 billion in gold longs from the gold market, and on March 3, gold fell by 17 basis points. On March 4, Guo Shouyun invested all the funds in his hand, which means that he has all the positions from now on. On March 4, gold fell by 21 basis points.


    In three days, gold fell by 65 basis points. The continuous decline caused continuous loss of money in Guo Shouyun''s account, but fortunately, the previously profitable funds were able to support it and did not harm his principal.


    "Boss, at 11 o''clock, the price of Chicago gold futures fluctuated by 2 basis points."


    "oss, at 11:30, the price of gold futures in New York fell by 1 basis point."


    Quoting every half an hour, Guo Shouyun, who was sitting on the chair with his arms folded, frowned more and more tightly. His sharp eyes stared at the green price curve in front of him, and his anxiety was slowly accumulating.


    "ShaolingIs there any news from Argentina?"


    "No! There is no new information from Alfonso. There is no news of a debt default on the 57 major financial media in Argentina." After a pause, a hint of hesitation appeared on Zhang Shaoling''s face.


    "What''s wrong?"


    "Just half an hour ago, Argentina''s finance minister, Mario Kempas, made a televised speech announcing that they would repay investors'' debts on time."


    Guo Shouyun''s face changed, and his brows furrowed instantly.


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    "Could history have changed because of me?"


    Thinking of this, he subconsciously shook his head. Although the strength he now has in his hands is not small, a major event like the Argentine economic crisis is not something he can influence now.


    "Boss, nothing has been definitively settled yet. Argentina''s economic situation is very bad. In the first quarter of this year, the GDP was only 0.3%, the inflation rate exceeded 5.4%, the unemployment rate reached 8.3%, and the trade balance was negative 8.7 billion US dollars. The proportion of other similar government debts in GDP and the price index are not ideal. Therefore, she has a very high possibility of defaulting on its debts this year.�� Zhang Shaoling said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Looking at the slowly falling curve on the display screen, although the news of Argentina''s economic crisis did not break out on March 5 as he expected, but fortunately, the trend of the gold price falling is very slow, so far it has not caused any substantial impact on his principal. Loss.


    "What time is Hong Kong closed?"


    "10 a.m. the next day."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Tomorrow is Saturday, and the day after tomorrow is Sunday. Although the global stock exchange market is closed during this time, don''t stop collecting financial information about Argentina and South America. As soon as there is important news, notify me immediately."


    "Yes!"


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    On Saturday, Guo Shouyun spent the morning in the "Golden House" in the Hanshan Courtyard. Except for a 13 basis point drop in the gold price, there was no good news he expected. At noon, they had lunch, took a nap for half an hour after one o''clock, and took Wendy out of the villa by car at around two in the afternoon, surrounded by a group of black water bodyguards.


    The car drove slowly through the streets of San Francisco, and about an hour later stopped in front of a not-so-fancy office building.


    After getting out of the car, I glanced at the bitten Apple logo next to it, sorted my clothes, and strode towards the entrance of the office park.


    A large number of them came in, naturally very conspicuous. But for more than a year, Guo Shouyun has become accustomed to this kind of attention.


    When he was looking at the main lobby of Apple, a middle-aged woman in a black suit with short hair and ears hurriedly greeted him.


    "Are you Mr. Bruce Guo?"


    "I am!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Hello, I''m Alisha, Mr. Jobs'' assistant."


    "Hello!"


    After shaking hands briefly and saying hello, "Mr. Guo, please come with me. Mr. Jobs is already waiting for you in the reception room!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and followed. After passing through Apple''s office area and taking the elevator to the third floor, Alyssa took him to a glass door, knocked on it, pushed it open, and walked in.


    "Mr. Guo, please!"


    "Wendy, you come in with me. The others stay outside!"


    After explaining, Guo Shouyun walked in. A very ordinary reception room, with an area of ??about 80 square meters, and there is nothing too surprising or luxurious. But no amount of luxury was enough to make Guo Shouyun''s eyes move away from this black-rimmed, wise middle-aged man with deep eyes and a stern face.


    Looking at the ''gang master Qiao'' who was much younger than later generations, Guo Shouyun took two steps forward and took the initiative to stretch out his right hand towards the other party.


    "Mr. Jobs, nice to meet you!"


    Guo Shouyun''s enthusiasm was somewhat unexpected to Jobs, but this somewhat relieved him a little. After all, this young talent who holds nearly half of Apple''s equity and is even continuing to acquire through Wall Street financial giants is not difficult to contact.


    "I''ve heard of Mr. Guo''s name. And I personally like your "The Da Vinci Code" very much!"


    "That''s my honor!"


    "You''re welcome, please take a seat!"


    "Please!"


    After the two sat down, "I heard that Mr. Guo likes to drink tea, so I specially prepared some West Lake Longjing from Huaxia, I hope Mr. Guo likes it!"


    "Of course I like it. West Lake Longjing is one of the best green teas in China!"


    Jobs nodded. As a person who pays attention to efficiency, after a short chat, he intends to go straight to the subject.


    "Mr. Guo intends to buy Apple?"


    "Yes!" Guo Shouyun nodded without hesitation.


    "Can I know why?"


    "Of course! ... The reasons are not complicated. There are three main points: First, I admire Mr. Jobs'' business talent, so I firmly believe that Apple will achieve great success under your leadership. Second, I am optimistic about Apple''s insistence on innovation. Corporate culture. Although it is currently limited to a predicament, I believe this predicament is temporary. Finally, I graduated from Stanford University��s Department of Computer Science, and naturally have a strong interest in investing in high-tech companies. Now, Apple is my most interested The one that came out." After a pause, "Is Mr. Jobs satisfied with this answer?"


    Steve Jobs took a deep look at the man in front of him, and said after a moment of silence: "Thank you very much, Mr. Guo, for his attention to me and Apple, but we don''t seem to need to sell at the moment...!"


    "Mr. Jobs!" After interrupting him, "please come to your conclusion after reading what I have prepared!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun beckoned, took the lockbox from Wendy''s hand and opened it, took out some documents and handed it over.


    Jobs took it after hesitating for a while, and after flipping through a few pages, his face became shocked and ugly.


    "all these are��!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said: "These are some M3 industrial design materials that I designed in my spare time, and also include materials, as well as the functions and positions of each button. There are about 27 copies in total!"


    How could he, who has been paying attention to Apple since the day he was reborn, didn''t prepare in advance.


    "How do you know that we are developing M3?" Jobs''s face was tight, his sharp eyes were pinned to the young man opposite.


    He is not suspecting that his company''s designers have leaked company information, because Apple itself does not have these design materials. Instead, he was surprised by the amazing talent of the man in front of him.


    "I like this kind of trendy electronic technology products. I just didn''t get into it at first because of limited energy and financial resources. When I started to turn this hobby into a business, I found that Apple was a good fit for my needs. , that''s why I want to buy you guys." Guo Shouyun said after spreading his hands.


    Steve Jobs frowned tightly. Subconsciously, he squeezed the hand of the document tightly, and the blue-colored meridians protruded from the surface of the skin, which showed that his emotions were not calm.


    In fact, his heart was really struggling at this time. He resisted Guo Shouyun''s acquisition of the company because he did not want to be kicked out of the company he had worked so hard to create a second time. But the thing at hand is crucial to Apple''s new business. Especially when the sales of the MacG4Cube are not ideal, and the M3 is being developed to reverse this unfavorable situation and keep its shaky handsome position.


    "Mr. Jobs, if you are worried about your control of Apple. Then I can guarantee that after the acquisition is successful, all the voting rights of all shares will be exercised by you until the day you launch the company. And this guarantee can be implemented to have On a legally binding contract!" Guo Shouyun threw out his trump card.


    Jobs'' eyes lit up, Guo Shouyun''s promise did have a huge force to him. Because his own stake in Apple is less than 1%. So he doesn''t care who owns the rest of Apple''s equity, he only cares about whether he can take charge of the company he founded and develop according to his own plan.


    "Mr. Guo is serious?" Jobs asked.


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Not to mention that Jobs is willing, even if he is not willing, Guo Shouyun will also spend a lot of money to give him the position of Apple CEO. This is the most talented business elite of the 21st century.


    "...I think Apple should have its own legal counsel. If you get him now, I''d love to sign this license now."


    Looking at his serious look and serious tone, Jobs nodded slowly, "What about this information?"


    "Of course it belongs to Apple. However, you have to pay me the royalties!"


    Hearing this, Steve Jobs finally showed a smile on his face.


    "Alyssa, call and get Ray!"


    The latter nodded, and quickly took out his mobile phone and went to the corner to make a call.


    Jobs'' directness made Guo Shouyun, who still maintains the implicit thinking of the East, a little surprised. But that''s not a bad thing for him.


    Not long after, there was a knock on the door. After getting permission, a middle-aged man with a bald head in a suit walked in.


    "Ray, this is Mr. Guo! ... This is Apple''s lead attorney Ray Bowen."


    "Mr. Guo, it''s nice to meet you! You are younger than the outside world describes you."


    "thanks!"


    Simply shaking hands, and after Ray Bowen sat down, Jobs said everything Guo Shouyun had promised.


    "Mr. Guo, have you decided yet?" Ray Bowen asked in surprise. He really rarely sees this kind of situation where after acquiring a controlling stake in a company, the management right is given up.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Mr. Bowen, please draft the contract according to Mr. Jobs''s words."


    Looking back and forth between him and Jobs a few times, and seeing that they didn''t seem to be cheating on each other, Ray Bowen shrugged slightly and said nothing.


    As a lawyer by profession, Ray Bowen is efficient at what he does. Besides, it''s not a complicated contract. So in less than ten minutes, the two contracts were drawn up.


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    Chapter 198: Apple and Joe


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    "Mr. Guo, have you considered it? If you sign your name now, then nothing can be changed!" Jobs finally reminded.


    Glancing at him with a smile, Guo Shouyun directly picked up the pen and signed his name on the two contracts.


    Actual actions are always more persuasive than words. After signing the contract, Steve Jobs had a good impression of this young man who was first contacted and had two different evaluations of ''genius'' and ''gambler'' in the outside world.


    The other party can hand over billions of assets to him for management without hesitation. This kind of trust is far more touching than any empty words.


    "Mr. Jobs, I''m done signing!"


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for your trust!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I hope Mr. Jobs can cooperate with me in the acquisition of the remaining shares of Apple."


    "certainly!"


    With the guarantee, now he obviously hopes that Guo Shouyun can acquire more and more shares of Apple, so that his management rights can become more and more stable. So, how could they not cooperate?


    After securing Jobs and indirectly securing Apple''s management, Guo Shouyun also put down a stone in his heart. As for Apple''s remaining stake, he''s not too worried. Because Susan Wagner, who originally held the most shares, has now indirectly sold his Apple shares to him. The remaining shares are also relatively scattered, mostly held by some asset management companies and trust investment companies. As long as he can afford it, they are more than willing to sell their devalued Apple shares.


    Of course, he can be sure that Morgan and Goldman Sachs will not let his shareholding exceed 65%! Because, they have to wait until Guo Shouyun is short of funds and take the opportunity to short, and then trigger the supplementary clause to eat all his holdings at half price of Apple shares.


    However, Guo Shouyun firmly believes that he must win this duel in the end.


    "Mr. Jobs, when I came in just now, I saw a garden in the back, can I go for a walk together?"


    "Of course!" Jobs stood up with Guo Shouyun, "As a partner, Mr. Guo can call me by my name in the future, and my friends call me that!"


    "Okay. Then let''s call each other by their first names!"


    Jobs smiled and nodded.


    "Please!"


    Then the two left the room together and came to the garden behind Apple through the back door. Obviously, it has been carefully designed, with the heights of fallen leaves, broad leaves, shrubs and vines, plus fountains, sculptures and iron works, etc. Although the garden is not too big, it is quite delicate and beautiful.


    When Guo Shouyun and Jobs walked side by side, Wendy, Alisha and others followed behind by four or five steps.


    "Steve, how long does it take for the company''s M3 to come out on the market?"


    "The original plan was November. But with your beautiful design drafts, a lot of time has been saved. If it goes well, the market can be launched in June or July!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, "Is Apple''s handheld computer business still developing?"


    Surprised that he would ask this, after thinking about it, "Since the failure of the Newton handheld computer in 1993, there has been no hardware research and development except an open source operating system!"


    "Have you considered re-establishing this department?"


    "Re-establishment? Why?"


    "Because with the development of technology, the miniaturization of electronic equipment is a trend. Moreover, if you combine a handheld personal computer with a mobile phone, and replace the cumbersome mobile phone buttons with a touch screen, then Apple will become a disruptor in the entire industry. Motorola, Ericsson And Nokia will be swept into the **** heap of history by us. At that time, Apple''s future will be brighter than ever before, our market value will be dozens or even hundreds of times that of today, and we will become the representative of global technology companies."


    If Guo Shouyun stands at a historical height, for a person like Steve Jobs who pursues innovation and geek ideas, he is full of great magic that is hard to refuse.


    In addition to the bright light in his eyes, his breathing also became a little faster than before.


    "Bruce, your idea is really cool. But it''s not easy to turn it into reality!" Jobs said after stabilizing his thoughts.


    "Of course it''s not easy. However, neither touchscreens nor PCs are new. The functions of mobile phones are also becoming more and more abundant with the development of 3G networks. I believe as long as we continue to invest in R&D in software and hardware. At the current rate of technological advancement, in four or five years, we can get what we want.��


    Hearing this, Jobs had a thoughtful look on his face.


    "��this new phone, I call it a ''smartphone''. There are five core components of a smartphone: screen, camera, CU, GU and memory chip. The most important thing in software is the operating system. Now Apple The company has profound operating system research and development strength. As long as targeted development, it is not difficult to want a smartphone operating system. As for the core components, we cannot cover all aspects due to strength. Therefore, such as cameras and memory chips We can outsource the relatively minor hardware and focus on the screen, CU and GU. These three items will directly affect the performance of a mobile phone and are also the core of the core.��


    "In the CU and GU space, Intel, AMD, Nvidia dominate. But what we need is mobile chips. And in this field, the most important company is ARM, and 90% of the world''s companies use its microarchitecture."


    "ARM is doing open design!" Jobs reminded.


    "If we acquire it, it is not difficult to reverse this situation!" Guo Shouyun shrugged. Now there are many businesses under his command that can make money. So he has enough strength to make some fine-tuning of the future of some companies according to his own interests. It doesn''t matter if this adjustment fails, it doesn''t damage his roots anyway.


    "In addition, there is a ruby ??company under my banner. It is also engaged in the design of mobile chips. Due to its strength, it is mainly engaged in the design of low-end chips. Now it only has some markets in China. But despite this, she has the most comprehensive design except Qualcomm. CDMA patents. With these patents, when we sell mobile phone chips, we avoid paying patent taxes to Qualcomm, which will effectively reduce costs and increase revenue.��


    "My idea is to merge the two companies into one, specializing in module design including CU, GU, baseband chips, etc. In terms of screen design, I have a blank with Apple here, but we still have a lot of research and development time. Therefore, I intend to acquire a screen company and do research and development on this basis.��


    "According to the above needs, Apple''s management structure should be adjusted to some extent. However, I promised not to interfere with Apple''s management. So Steve, do you plan to use a ''division'' system or an ''umbrella company'' to manage , I won''t interfere!"


    "Bruce, you have chosen a development path for Apple in the next 20 years, is this still called non-intervention?"


    "Haha, Steve, I''m just recommending. If you don''t agree with what I just said, just pretend I didn''t say it."


    "No. In fact, what you said just now was very exciting. I admit, I am more and more interested in that ''smartphone'' project now." After a pause, "However, want to achieve what you just said. The plan requires a lot of capital. Although Apple''s finances are not tight now, I am afraid that it will not be able to spend much money to acquire ARM, Ruby and screen companies!"


    "How many ARM shares does Apple have now?"


    "31.8%!"


    "Reduced so much?" Guo Shouyun frowned. You must know that when arm was established, Apple''s equity accounted for half of it.


    "Apple''s business has been terrible for the past few years, and we need capital to develop new products."


    After nodding clearly, Guo Shouyun pondered for a while, "I will solve the funding issue, and strive to complete the acquisition of ARM this year, as well as the integration of the two companies. Merge the new merged company into Apple before the end of the year! Next year we are planning to invest in screen companies, step by step according to the plan!"


    Jobs nodded in agreement, and after a while he turned to glance at Guo Shouyun next to him, "I''m afraid that''s why you bought Apple?"


    Look at the inquiry in his eyes, and the confident expression on his face. Through his previous life, Guo Shouyun, who had a deep understanding of Jobs'' proud temperament, nodded.


    "I didn''t expect to be seen by you so quickly!"


    Shaking his head slightly, "After you have written such a long story, everyone knows that this amazing plan must have had a long preparation period."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Steve, in fact, the whole plan was prepared around you. In my heart, you are the best executor of this plan. The whole Apple company is not as important as you!"


    "It''s easy to stress the person being praised with such high praise."


    "Really? But why do I feel that you are more enjoying yourself?"


    "I think there must be something wrong with your feeling!"


    "Maybe!" Guo Shouyun shrugged indifferently, and a few jokes made the atmosphere between the two relax a little.


    "By the way, this is the platinum membership card of my private club. You are welcome to visit often in the future!"


    Looking at the silver-white card handed in front of him, Jobs took it and glanced at it, nodded and put it in his pocket.


    "It''s almost time How about having dinner together?" Guo Shouyun suggested.


    Jobs looked at his watch, "Come to my house, my wife Laurena''s cookies will make everyone remember them!"


    "Really, then I really want to try it. My favorite thing is to taste delicious food!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile. Jobs'' proposal could not have been better for him, who was eager to deepen their relationship.


    "Then let''s go!"


    "it is good!"


    After Jobs returned to the office to sort out, Guo Shouyun brought Wendy and his bodyguard to Jobs'' home in the wealthy area of ??Santa Clara County.


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    Chapter 199 The long-awaited default on debt


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    Dinner was under the guidance of Guo Shouyun, and everyone had a very pleasant chat. After this time, they became friends with each other.


    Returning to the Hanshan Courtyard in the evening, Guo Shouyun came to the golden room on the second floor immediately to learn about the situation, but Zhang Shaoling did not provide the good news he wanted. Argentina''s financial crisis did not unfold as he had hoped.


    As for the price of gold, because of the market closure, it still stayed at the level of $262.57 per ounce, which is the gold futures price when the Hong Kong gold exchange market was last closed.


    After chatting with Zhang Shaoling and the rest of the team in the golden room for a while, Guo Shouyun returned to his room to rest. Early the next morning, Guo Shouyun had just finished running and had not had time to eat breakfast when he saw Zhang Shaoling running towards him frantically with an excited look.


    Seeing his appearance at this time, Guo Shouyun''s eyes lit up. He ignored the towel that Wendy handed over, strode forward and grabbed his arm and said eagerly, "Is there any news from Argentina?"


    "Yes, it is!"


    Zhang Shaoling took a few breaths, calmed down his intense heartbeat, and quickly said: "Argentine Finance Minister Mario Kempas officially sent an application to the World Bank, hoping that the latter would allow Argentina to postpone the payment of the soon-to-be-expired sum of money. $350 million in loans."


    "Great, let''s go!"


    After Guo Shouyun shouted excitedly, he turned around and ran towards the main villa of the manor. Zhang Shaoling couldn''t help but smile bitterly as he watched his back quickly disappear.


    "Yes, I have to work hard again." He didn''t dare to complain about why the big boss didn''t bring his mobile phone when he was running.


    However, compared to the success that is about to be harvested, let alone running back, there is no problem for another three kilometers.


    "boss��!"


    The members of the gold trading team were surprised to see Guo Shouyun, who was wearing Adidas sportswear and sweaty .


    "This is information just sent from Argentina!"


    After taking the document handed over by Anne Yeager, after briefly glanced at it, she blurted out with an excited expression, "That''s great! ... Any other news?"


    "In the first quarter, the bad debt rate of Argentine National Bank exceeded 7.6%, with a cumulative loss of 4.78 billion pesos. In addition, Argentina''s Standard Bank and MA Bank also experienced losses to varying degrees. The bad debt rate of Argentina''s banking industry has risen, and there is the possibility of systemic risks! "Lord Wickrum handed over several other documents.


    Guo Shouyun flipped through the documents in his hand and sighed in his heart, "Although it''s two days later than expected, it''s finally here."


    "How long until London opens?"


    "12 hours and 57 minutes!" Anne Yeager said quickly.


    "There are still nearly 13 hours!" Nodding clearly, despite the urgency in his heart, he also knew that he had to wait.


    "Okay, let''s get busy!"


    After waving his hand and letting them leave, Guo Shouyun sat down on the chair next to him. Looking at the still-moving gold price curve on the electronic display, Guo Shouyun felt as if his days were like years.


    With the passage of time, more financial information related to Argentina has been passed on. All indications are that the finances of the South American economic powerhouse are at risk.


    Guo Shouyun ate lunch and dinner with the entire gold trading team in the Gold Room. Moreover, he didn''t go to rest tonight. Because everyone is staying up all night, waiting for the bell to chime in the London gold exchange, which opens six hours before New York.


    The price of the world''s largest gold trading market will directly determine the success or failure of Guo Shouyun''s bet, as well as the maximum value of the huge profit he finally grabs.


    "Boss, your coffee!"


    After taking the coffee from Wendy and saying "thank you", "Bring a cup to the others too!"


    "George has sent them!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and looked at the beautiful woman with a tired look on her face, "Go and rest, there is nothing important here."


    "It''s okay, I''m not tired!"


    Looking at her stubborn expression, Guo Shouyun opened his mouth and said nothing.


    "what time is it?"


    Guo Shouyun rubbed his face and asked.


    "1:40 AM!"


    "It''s almost time!"


    Put down the file in your hand. These are all internal business data about Pacific Electric and Natural Gas and Southern California Edison, which he bought through intelligence companies and information services companies.


    There is a saying that "know your enemy and know yourself, and you will not be imperiled in a hundred battles". Although these two companies are heavily indebted by the California energy crisis and even on the verge of bankruptcy, it is not easy to acquire them even so. time to take the initiative.


    After Wendy helped pack up the documents and locked them in the safe on one side, the two walked out of the study together and came to the golden room on the second floor. Here, the heat emitted by the computer servers filled the room with a hot and dry atmosphere.


    Under the bright lights that illuminated the entire room, the entire six members of the gold trading team were staring nervously at the computer in front of them, and were processing the information displayed on it from time to time.


    Guo Shouyun came in, and when he saw that they were about to get up to say hello, he quickly waved his hands and let these employees who had red eyes like him sit down.


    Sitting next to Zhang Shaoling, "Is there any good news?"


    "Standard & Poor''s and Moody''s downgraded Argentina''s national debt to A."


    "Two levels down in a row, this is really good news!" Guo Shouyun nodded and glanced at the tired subordinates beside him, "How is it, can you hold on?"


    "Of course. And after drinking a cup of coffee, the whole person is more energetic!"


    "That''s good. It''s going to be a little tiring these days. When you get through this, I''ll give each of you a week of paid vacation. And, during that week, you can travel around the world with your huge bonuses. go on holiday."


    "Then I''ll thank the boss in advance for them first!"


    Just as Guo Shouyun was about to nod his head, he heard Louis Kikan, the most active trader in the team, shout excitedly and nervously.


    "It''s about to start!"


    His words were like a wake-up call, instantly drawing everyone''s attention to the price curve showing the spot gold market in London.


    "Didi da da", at this moment, Guo Shouyun seemed to think of the sound of the clock''s second hand turning.


    "The market is open!"


    With the hands of the wall clock a little bit to 2:18 in the morning, this represents the opening time of the London futures market. The words ''market opened'' exploded in the hearts of everyone in the room. Immediately after that, the spot gold price curve in London, which had been falling for nearly a week, rose sharply.


    "$262.64!"


    "$262.67!"


    London Gold ran a smooth upward slash amid excited quotes from Lewis Kican, Huang Xiaoping and Mark Koenig.


    "Boss, the official price of gold in London has come out?" Zhang Shaoling said.


    "How many?"


    Among the rising quotations, Guo Shouyun did not notice that nearly three hours had passed.


    "$267.45 per ounce!" Zhang Shaoling said excitedly.


    "$267.45 per ounce?" After muttering to himself, "So at the price we put in, we made a profit of nearly $8 per ounce?"


    Zhang Shaoling nodded vigorously and said excitedly: "$7.37, and there will be more as the price of gold rises later."


    Hearing his words, Guo Shouyun seemed to hear the sound of the gold coin falling into the bag. The mixed emotions of joy, excitement and anticipation cannot be described in words. Everything turned into him clenching his right fist and vigorously swinging it in the air to express his complicated feelings at the moment.


    With this huge income, he finally has the strength to compete with Morgan and Goldman Sachs. It''s just that the current income is not enough, he needs more!


    Seeing the excited figure of the man beside her, Wendy, who was sitting beside her, also showed admiration and infatuation on her face. Good and beautiful women have a fatal attraction to men and vice versa. Wendy, who subconsciously wanted to dedicate some of her abilities to him, saw the time beside her, stood up silently, pushed open the door and went out to greet George, the housekeeper, to prepare breakfast for Guo Shouyun and the entire gold trading team.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t notice the people around him leaving, because he was used to Wendy''s presence, and he was as familiar with her as he was with his right hand. He knew that even if she left, she would come back to him soon.


    Throughout March 7, the atmosphere in the Gold Room was warm and high, and the price of gold kept climbing. By March 10, the price on the Chicago Gold Futures Exchange had grown to $273.85 an ounce! At this time, the pressure fell on Guo Shouyun again.


    "Shaoling, what price do you think gold can go to?"


    After a moment of contemplation, "It will not exceed $280. ??Because this rally is more about fears of Argentina''s debt default, not a real outbreak of the financial crisis. Therefore, the gold rally as a safe-haven product is fierce and smooth~www. novelhall.com~ In this case, gold''s decline will also be rapid."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. He also studied economics and naturally had some research on finance. Especially before doing gold futures, he has written many authoritative works on this subject.


    "So, you think we''re shipping now?"


    "Yes! ... If we don''t cut positions decisively now, I''m afraid we will have to wait until the outbreak of the financial crisis in Argentina. But we are not entirely sure whether this black swan event can become a reality."


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun''s eyes gradually became firmer.


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    Chapter 200 Gold Harvest


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    "Sell the position, turn longs to shorts, short gold spot, ten times leverage, full position!"


    Guo Shouyun clearly conveyed the order, and then Lewis Kikan, Mark Koenig and Huang Xiaoping, who were traders, quickly got busy.


    The $52 billion gold bulls sold one after another under their operations. Because gold is in an uptrend at this time, the speed of trading is fast. More importantly, in the huge international market with a daily trading volume of up to 2 trillion US dollars, although 52 billion US dollars is a lot, it does not constitute a force that affects the overall situation.


    By three o''clock in the afternoon, when the Chicago Gold Futures Exchange was closed, the $52 billion long gold had turned into a $78 billion gold spot short.


    That is to say, during the entire long process, Guo Shouyun earned more than $12 per ounce of gold after paying the handling fee. With ten times leverage, he made a total of $2.607 billion. Therefore, with the principal amounting to US$7.8 billion, the leveraged capital will naturally become stronger.


    Zhang Shaoling, who originally planned to remind Guo Shouyun of the risks, did not speak. In the previous transaction, he had established enough trust in the man in front of him.


    In fact, this time the short gold is smoother than the previous long. After a week of continuous gains, the prices of gold futures and spot gold turned down at noon on March 12, starting a one-week losing streak. Because he could not guess the extent of the gold price drop, in order to avoid risks, Guo Shouyun decisively cleared his position when the gold price fell to $263. Although in the next three days, the price of gold did not stop the decline until $260. But he was reluctant to risk losing a hundred dollars in order to make ''the last dollar''. Most importantly, he has earned enough.


    "Boss, the final result is out!"


    "How many?"


    Wendy, whose face was flushed with excitement, said in a trembling and fast tone: "We made 2.607 billion US dollars for 2 million long positions; 3 million short positions, we made 3.012 billion US dollars! After deducting handling fees, commissions, and employee bonuses We made more than $5.5 billion in profit after waiting for expenses. Boss, we made it."


    Saying that, Wendy hugged Guo Shouyun subconsciously and jumped excitedly.


    To be honest, the beauty''s chest is still very predictable. Coupled with the beautiful face so close at hand, Guo Shouyun, who has been ignorant of meat for several months, has the reaction that a man should have.


    The most sensitive parts of the body touched each other, and even through the clothes, the two of them trembled slightly from each other, and then stopped subconsciously. Facing the person she had long admired, Wendy, who had winked like silk, did not flinch. Moreover, her delicate and pretty face also moved towards the man opposite her.


    To be honest, in this situation, not many men can control it, even Guo Shouyun. Just when he was immersed in this atmosphere and couldn''t extricate himself, the knock on the door suddenly rang.


    "Cough...! Wendy, I''ll open the door!"


    With a clever fight, Guo Shouyun, who had sobered up, hurriedly pushed away the beautiful woman in front of him, and fled in embarrassment in the latter''s resentful eyes.


    "boss��!"


    Standing outside the door, Zhang Shaoling looked at Guo Shouyun with a panicked expression, and subconsciously wanted to say something.


    "Go to the trading room and talk about it!"


    After dropping a sentence, Guo Shouyun hurriedly walked towards the second floor.


    Looking at her back, and then at the resentful back in the room, Zhang Shaoling seemed to understand something.


    "Wait for me!"


    Zhang Shaoling, who was afraid that his future would be affected by the pillow wind in the future, did not dare to stay longer, and followed Guo Shouyun''s back to the ''Golden Room'' on the second floor.


    Here, the members of the entire gold trading team are excitedly communicating how to spend the next wonderful holiday. They did have reason to be excited, because Guo Shouyun gave each of the team a $5 million bonus. This is an unimaginable amount of money for them who have just entered the industry for only five or six years.


    "Boss, boss...!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun coming in, the people who were communicating immediately stopped.


    Nodding his head, Guo Shouyun sorted out his thoughts, and his majestic and sharp eyes quickly swept across everyone.


    "Everyone''s winnings will be transferred to your bank account this afternoon!"


    "thank you boss!"


    "The boss is so generous!"��


    After waving his hand to signal them to stop, Guo Shouyun continued: "This money is your well-earned reward for your hard work. However, I am here to remind you. You have already signed the non-disclosure agreement. Anyone who discloses the contents of this transaction to the outside world, then you will not only face legal punishment, but will also be brought up to the Thunder Fund Gold Trading Team."


    Hearing this, everyone''s expressions became serious. Compared with the punishment from the law, what they value more is expulsion. Because, this means that the next five million, or even ten million, and more prizes are likely to be missed in the future.


    After a few people looked at each other, "Boss, we must keep it a secret!"


    "No one should get any news about Thunder from me unless they kill me!"


    Guo Shouyun just listened to the impassioned words. He believed in his five million dollars more than the empty promises. Even if Goldman Sachs and Morgan find these people, they may not necessarily spend so much money to buy a piece of news.


    More importantly, even if Goldman Sachs took out the money, it would be a one-shot deal. And following the Thunder is a sustainable income. Having witnessed Guo Shouyun''s financial talent through this gold transaction, they know how to choose.


    "I believe in you!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "Now, I announce that your vacation starts from this moment."


    "Fantastic, Hawaiian beauties, here I come!" the active Louis Kikan shouted immediately.


    "Stupid Louis, looking for beauty should go to Copacabana Beach, which is a man''s paradise." Lord Wickrum scoffed.


    Louis Kikan''s eyes lit up, and he immediately leaned up without hesitation.


    "Lord, it looks like you are a regular customer!"


    "Of course, I tell you...!"


    Compared with the two who walked out with a shoulder to shoulder after saying goodbye to Guo Shouyun, the rest of them were much more disciplined.


    "Boss, bye!"


    "Goodbye, remember to come back in a week."��


    After saying goodbye to the others, Guo Shouyun said with a smile, looking at the last remaining Zhang Shaoling, "Why, are you still going to stay and work overtime?"


    "Of course not. In fact, I have already bought a ticket to return to China."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "As the team leader, your bonus is 8 million. Remember not to spend it all!"


    "Boss, you should know. People in Huaxia have the habit of saving money. Although I am an investment, I will also keep some money for myself!"


    "Alright then, let''s go, I''ll take you off!"


    "No, you''d better stay with Miss Wendy!"


    After saying "goodbye", Zhang Shaoling quickly disappeared at the corner of the door.


    "Wendy, what a headache!"


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    While Guo Shouyun was in the trouble of happiness, the giants of Wall Street were really in trouble.


    "Argentina defaulted on its debt, and the price of gold rose. It is conservatively estimated that Bruce Guo earned more than $1 billion from it!" Paul Turner said solemnly.


    "Is there a way to get accurate data?" Jeffrey Gilling asked with an ugly face. No one likes to see the strength of the enemy grow, and neither does he.


    "The opportunity is very small. Bruce Guo''s gold trading is not limited to a single market. In addition, he did not rely on external financial platforms, but directly traded on the platform of Thunder Fund, and there are some temporary accounts in it. It''s too difficult to find out in a short amount of time." John Schwartzman shook his head.


    "We can start with the people who deal in gold inside the Thunder Fund!" Oliver Baring said.


    After looking at him, Stephen Bryan said indifferently: "Don''t think of your enemy as an idiot. Bruce Guo can''t think of anything we can think of."


    "But we always need a countermeasure. The strength of the enemy is stronger than before!" Jeffrey Jilin said solemnly.


    Graduated from Harvard Business School and won the ''Baker Scholar Award'' that all students in the United States yearn for, then joined McKinsey & Company with a halo, then joined Enron, and became a coo with more than 10,000 people under one person, and now it is replaced Kenneth Lee, becoming Enron The smooth journey of Jeffrey Gilling has far more arrogance and conceit than ordinary people. Most importantly, he adhered to McKinsey''s belief that intelligence determines everything, and was far less slick than Paul Turner, John Schwartzman and others in the financial industry. For Jeffrey Gilling, the enemy is the enemy. He will not change his original intention unless he is in a desperate situation.


    So, in this roundtable, apart from Oliver Baring, no one was more eager to hit the short seller who put Enron in a passive position: Bruce Guo.


    "Actually, the previous Hound plan was good. We didn''t need to make too many changes to it. As for Guo Shouyun''s profit on gold, just count the monthly losses of Pacific Power and Natural Gas and Southern California Edison. You can understand that $1 billion can only last for two months." Jolia Moyin said.


    "Jolia''s words are good, things did not exceed our expectations, so it is not worth changing the plan." John Schwarzman nodded.


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    Chapter 201 Credit Default Swap


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    In fact, they had already reached an agreement on Guo Shouyun. On the premise of ensuring the interests of all parties, if the hound plan can be successfully completed, then of course hello, hello, hello everyone. But if they fail in the end, they have nothing to lose. Instead, he can reap a lot of interest from a large amount of funds loaned to Guo Shouyun.


    Of course, if they are not satisfied with the 8% rate of return, they can also securitize the loan and put it into the market as a derivative. In short, there are many ways to make money, and several major financial giants who master the advantages of customers and channels have full confidence in this.


    Driven by such interests, this roundtable meeting is destined to lead to no constructive agreement.


    When Jeffrey Gilling left the private club with a gloomy expression, Oliver Baring chased after him.


    "Mr. Jilin, can we chat together?"


    "Next time, there are still things in Enron that I need to take care of!" Jeffrey Gilling shook his head.


    What he said just now was not a shirk. Although the current An Ran looked like a flower to the outside world, the undercurrent was already surging inside. This period has been propped up entirely by the huge revenues earned from California''s energy crisis.


    But both Jeffrey Gilling and Enron CFO Andrew Fastow, who worked on California''s energy crisis, understand that this kind of gray income cannot last. If you want to continue to maintain the Enron Empire, you must find new sources of income.


    They teamed up with Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi, and Bank of America to launch the "Hound Project". In addition to attacking Guo Shouyun, the largest Enron short in the financial market, they also had the idea of ??taking the opportunity to make money, or taking Guo Shouyun''s companies with amazing profits into their hands.


    But unfortunately, Guo Shouyun sold the most profitable Thornbird Publishing Company to Amazon, much to the disappointment of Jeffrey Jilin, who was most optimistic about this piece, but fortunately, the Matrix Group is also good.


    "Mr. Jilin, I have some different ideas about the ''Hound Project'', I hope I can share with you!" Oliver Baring did not leave.


    Geoffrey Gilling''s eyes flashed, and his sharp eyes stared at the smiling and very confident Oliver Balin. After a while, he said slowly, "Get in the car!"


    "thanks!"


    Oliver Baring smiled slightly, pulled out Lincoln''s extended trunk and sat in.


    "I don''t have much time to delay, so just say what you think!" Jeffrey Gilling said quickly.


    A descendant of a declining old European nobleman, if it weren''t for the fact that the other party had a lot of money in his hands, and he was still his own ally, he would not have anything to do with the other party.


    Oliver Baring nodded, "I believe that Mr. Jilin has also seen that the four Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Citi and Bank of America, which had made enough profits in the previous increase in Enron''s stock price, were not very interested in the success of the ''Hound Project''. concerned."


    Geoffrey Gilling frowned, which was also his dissatisfaction. In the past ten years, they had sucked enough blood from An Ran to support their rapid development, but at the critical moment, none of them were really willing to help.


    But even so, Geoffrey Jilin didn''t compare to these four companies. After all, the declining Enron had a huge gap in strength compared to them, so he could only suffer by himself.


    "So...what''s your opinion?"


    "I think we can change our minds. Find the solution from the inside!" Oliver Baring''s eyes twinkled.


    "internal?"


    "Yes. ... Google, LinkedIn, PayPal, Guo''s, Phoenix, and even Apple, which has just been acquired by Guo Shouyun, each company has internal contradictions that are not known to the outside world. If we find it right, we can use our hands Make some articles with the capital in the company. Even if it cannot have a fundamental impact on the development of these enterprises in the end, it will also produce continuous chaos, disrupt their development steps, and then affect their earnings. When Bruce Guo��s industry When the chain is not so healthy, I believe that Goldman Sachs and Morgan will find it on their own like vultures without our urging.��


    After a moment of thought, Jeffrey Gilling''s eyes became brighter and brighter, "Mr. Baring, if you''re all right for a while, I think we can sit down and discuss your entire plan in detail."


    "Of course, it''s my pleasure!"


    A triumphant smile appeared on the corner of Oliver Baring''s mouth.


    If it is said that he participated in the Hound Project when he first came to the United States, it was just to take a breath, teach Guo Shouyun a lesson, and then retrieve the beauty he liked. But now this purpose has quietly changed, especially after learning about the good development prospects of Guo Shouyun''s companies.


    If he can take them as his own, it will be the most solid foundation for his great dream of reviving the Bahrain family.


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    "Boss, Qin is here?"


    "Let him in!"


    Although several days have passed, Guo Shouyun is still a little embarrassed when facing Wendy. He knew that this was the result of Eastern thinking in his bones. In contrast, Wendy was much more calm. Different cultures determine different patterns of thought and behavior.


    After glancing at the man sitting on the sofa, some dodging her gaze, Wendy smiled slightly, turned and walked out. She finally discovered the not-so-genius aspect of the man she admired.


    "boss!"


    Seeing Qin Zhicheng walk in, Guo Shouyun quickly regained his shrewd and capable look.


    "sit!"


    "OK!"


    After he sat down, Wendy handed him a glass of water.


    "thanks!"


    "You''re welcome!"


    After smiling, Wendy turned around and walked out.


    "How is it, has the investigation come to a conclusion?"


    "Have it!"


    Having said that, Qin Zhicheng took out a large stack of documents from his briefcase and put them in front of Guo Shouyun. Before the practical use of tablet computers, the office mode was relatively ''clunky''.


    ��These are the details of the bonds issued by WorldCom, and Arthur Andersen. There are 37 bonds in total, involving funds of $18.362 billion. Of these, 21 are rated AAA by Standard & Poor��s, Moody��s and Fitch, and the remaining 16 All of them are above Grade A.��


    As the second largest telephone and telegraph company in the United States and one of the five largest law firms in the world, WorldCom and Arthur Andersen are naturally the top rated among all American companies, and it is only natural that the bonds they issue have high ratings.


    Guo Shouyun flipped through the documents in his hand, and an excited smile gradually appeared on his face.


    The reason why he asked Qin Zhicheng to collect information on these bonds was to play a financial derivative product called ''credit default swap''.


    If you look at professional financial terms, ''credit default swaps'' are not easy to understand. Because it''s not really a swap product at all. It is an insurance policy, mainly for corporate bonds, with semi-annual premium payments and fixed terms.


    For example, you could pay $200,000 a year for a 10-year credit default swap on $100 million in GE bonds. The maximum amount you can lose is $2 million (200,000 per year for ten years in a row).


    The maximum you can get is $100 million if GE defaults on its debt repayments over the next ten years, leaving bondholders with nothing.


    It''s a zero-sum bet: If you get $100 million, the guy who sold you the CDS loses $100 million. It''s also an asymmetric bet, just like roulette. You may lose the chips you put on the table, but if you bet right, you will get 30, 40, or even 50 times your capital.


    Of course, it is not easy to obtain excess returns. Because the price of ''CDS'' is not determined by any independent analysis, but by the ratings of bonds by Fitch, Moody''s and Standard & Poor''s. If you want to insure a triple-A bond that is considered risk-free, known as a credit default swap, you pay 20 basis points, or 0.20%; for riskier A-rated bonds, you pay 50 basis points, That''s 0.50%; for the more insecure 3B-rated bond, you pay 200 basis points, or 2%.


    Because corporate bonds have a higher priority than stocks, the risk of default is low. Therefore, the probability of credit default swaps is also very low. That''s why, if you want to make outsized returns by buying a business''s credit default swaps, it''s best to investigate which business is facing failure. Obviously, this is a very risky job. Of course, high risk also means high reward.


    The most important thing is that this kind of speculative product, which is very risky to others, has very low risk to Guo Shouyun because he knows very well which company will fail in the future.


    Also, investing in credit default swaps requires less money than shorting a company''s stock. If he insures $10 billion in triple-A corporate debt for 10 years, then he only needs to pay $20 million a year. If the other party defaults at any point in the decade, he will reap $10 billion. Of course, the premise is that the financial insurance company he insures can afford to pay.


    Looking at the information in his hand, Guo Shouyun seemed to hear the sound of gold coins falling into the purse. He realized it was a better speculative market for him than stocks and futures. And after investing, he doesn''t need to pay attention every day, he just needs to wait for the harvest period with peace of mind. After thinking about this clearly, Guo Shouyun''s heart became hot.


    Putting down the documents, he raised his head and asked in a hurried tone, "Old Qin, how many people are in your team now?"


    "One finance, one legal, three analysts, two negotiators, one assistant, plus I have nine people in total!" Qin Zhicheng said quickly.


    "Add three financial negotiators, and then your next task is to help me buy WorldCom and Arthur Andersen''s credit default swaps. By the way, and Enron!"


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 Chapter 202： speeches at state government

    Chapter 202 Speeches at the State Government


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    The gold speculation just now allowed him to earn more than he expected, so he already has excess capital to expand his investment in ''credit default swaps''.


    "Do you buy all the rated bond swap products of the three companies?" Qin Zhicheng asked.


    "Yes, buy them all. No matter if he is 3A, A, or 3B, we all need it! The insurance period should not be too long, two years is enough! Also, go to big companies, such as American International Group, Citi, Morgan, First Boston, etc., their ability to repay is guaranteed.��


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, who had made a vow, Qin Zhicheng was a little stunned. His big boss seems to be quite sure that these three companies will default. Although not sure where Guo Shouyun''s confidence came from, Qin Zhicheng still traveled his responsibilities faithfully. ..


    After talking to Qin Zhicheng about the detailed purchase plan of the ''credit default swap'', it was noon. After leaving him for lunch, Qin Zhicheng left.


    The next day Guo Shouyun got up early. Today he is meeting with members of the California Assembly and state officials. Explain to them the original intention of the acquisition of the Pacific and Southern California companies, and the business plan after the acquisition is successful.


    As a public utility company closely related to the people''s livelihood in California, this kind of hearing-like meeting is very necessary to obtain the support of the California state government and Congress for its acquisition. As for the specific negotiations for the acquisition of Pacific and Southern California, he has entrusted Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi and Bank of America. They will provide comprehensive financial and M&A services. Guo Shouyun is only responsible for signing the final contract. Of course, the premise is that the contract can satisfy him.


    As for the Pacific and Southern California stockholders willing to sell their shares? This seems to be the last thing to worry about. After all, watching the equity in their hands depreciate every day, and when it is about to become worthless, smart people will choose to stop losses in time. Of course, there is no shortage of speculators who hold shares on the sidelines and want to profit from them, but after all, such people are only a minority.


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    The seat of the California state government is located in Sacramento in central California. This western city developed because of the gold rush is known as the "Second Port" in the mouth of the older generation of overseas Chinese. Guo Shouyun is no stranger to this city. When he was still studying, he visited the office of the state government under the organization of the school.


    Therefore, this time, although it cannot be said to be familiar, it is not unfamiliar.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looked at the beautiful building with a white dome outside, something similar to the White House, the heart of the United States, through the car window, and then pushed the door and walked down.


    "Rick, Christo, the two of you come in with me, and the others stay outside."


    It is not suitable to bring too many bodyguards here. It is enough to have the two of them and cooperate with the security personnel of the state government itself.


    Together with Wendy, the four walked to the door, went through the security check and entered the lobby. Soon, the staff arranged in advance by the state government quickly greeted them.


    "Are you Mr. Bruce Guo?"


    "I am!" Guo Shouyun nodded after briefly looking at the young man in the suit in front of him.


    "Hello, I''m Chuck Watson from the State Office, and this is my work permit!"


    "Hello!"


    After extending his right hand and shaking it, "Mr. Guo, please come with me. Governor Davis and everyone are waiting for you in the conference room!"


    "OK!"


    In response, the group followed Chuck Watson and turned left, walked through a long corridor full of murals, and entered a large room with a dome and a quaint atmosphere.


    After seeing them come in, everyone who was chatting stopped one after another and looked at the door in unison.


    They all have a strong interest in young tycoons who rarely give interviews to the outside world, are controversial in the financial world, and are somewhat mysterious.


    "Mr. Guo...!"


    Looking at California Governor Michael Davis, who beckoned over, he had already met at the banquet held at the Hanshan Courtyard last time, and the two sides had become familiar with Guo Shouyun''s deliberate friendship. Guo Shouyun took a quick glance in the hall and strode forward with a smile.


    "Governor Davis, we meet again."


    "Bruce, it''s not easy to see you now!"


    After the two hugged gently, Michael Davis smiled.


    "There have been some fluctuations in the gold market recently. For the sake of everyone''s investment, of course I have to pay close attention to it!"


    "Oh, how much did you earn?"


    Michael Davis'' eyes lit up. When he attended the banquet, he also invested $50,000 in the Thunder Fund under the entanglement of Guo Shouyun!


    "22.37% after tax!" A gleam of light flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    Obviously, for some ulterior motive, he was not telling the truth. But even so, getting such a high income in less than a month is already a very good result.


    "Haha, it seems that the decision to hand over the money to the Thunder was the most correct decision." Michael Davis said happily.


    "If Governor Davis wants to make more money, he can invest more. I promise to make your investment return more than 00% by the end of the year!" Guo Shouyun took the opportunity to say.


    Although now the liquidity in his hands has exceeded 0 billion US dollars. But the money was nothing compared to his ambitions. He needs more funds to achieve his goals.


    "This... let me think about it again. After all, the governor of me is not as rich as you!" Obviously, on the premise that the Thunder''s investment only made one profit, and there was no accurate evidence, Michael Davis made additional investments desire is not high. However, this is not beyond Guo Shouyun''s expectations. He believes that when the second quarter profit and loss report of Lei Ting Fund is sent to the other party''s mailbox. Even if he doesn''t say it, the other party will take the initiative to make additional investments.


    "Come on, let me introduce you."


    As this topic affected the relationship between the two, Michael Davis took the initiative to change the topic.


    However, no matter from the tone of voice or the subtle movements he took to hold Guo Shouyun''s left forearm, it all showed that Michael Davis had a better understanding of Guo Shouyun''s close relatives. Of course, this is also understandable. When a person has already earned more than 20% of the profit for you in less than a month, and 100% is guaranteed after a year, you can definitely offer him as a ''father''.


    "Bruce, this is Lieutenant Governor Kevin Hannon!"


    Looking at the greasy middle-aged man in the Mediterranean, Guo Shouyun smiled and stretched out his right hand towards him.


    "Mr. Hannon, nice to meet you!"


    "I have admired Mr. Guo''s name for a long time, and hope to become friends with you!" Kevin Hannon said enthusiastically.


    "This is also what I''m looking forward to. If Mr. Hannon has time, welcome to the Hanshan Courtyard!"


    "I will definitely visit as soon as possible!"


    The two have greeted each other, and under the circumstance that "the husband is in love and the concubine is interested", they are destined to become friends with interests in the future. How close it is is another matter.


    "This is Mr. Bob Kelly, Speaker of the California House of Representatives!"


    Bob Kelly is a tall, bald man in a suit and gold wire glasses. To be honest, compared to Guo Shouyun''s previous life in China, it is quite common for American men to be bald.


    "Hello, Mr. Kelly!"


    "Mr. Guo is younger than expected."


    "Thank you! In fact, I prefer to be more mature, so it seems more trustworthy." Guo Shouyun shrugged and said humorously.


    "Hehe, Mr. Guo''s words make us very jealous!"


    Young people yearn for growing up, and old people yearn for youth. Human psychology is so strange and complicated.


    "This is Mr. General Tom White, Secretary of the California Department of Commerce."


    The American political system is different from that of China. In addition to a few departments such as foreign affairs, currency, and trade, the functional departments of the federal government also exist under the state government, and there are also the Senate and House of Representatives, as well as departments in charge of commerce, taxation, and the police. To put it figuratively, the federal government of the United States is the ''Emperor of Zhou'', and the state governments are the various ''feudal states''. There will also be contradictions and antagonisms between the two. So you often see the state government and the federal government arguing over the air, and the state law violates the federal law.


    "Hello, Mr. White!"


    After the two shook hands, "every time Mr. Guo was mentioned, John said you were one of the smartest students he ever taught. He regrets that you didn''t apply for his graduate school."


    "Mr. White also knows Professor John?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise.


    John Stewart is a professor in the Stanford Department of Economics and Guo Shouyun''s university teacher.


    "Of course We were the same class of graduates of Harvard Business School, and we lived in a dormitory for three years."


    After nodding clearly, "Professor John is a respected and learned elder, and I have learned a lot from him!"


    "I think John will be very pleased to hear your comments!"


    Later, Michael Davis introduced Guo Shouyun to the president of the Senate, the California government auditor general, the California government secretary general, the California government judge, the California tax minister and other senior officials of the California state government. After greeting one by one and establishing a simple connection, everyone sat down with Michael Davis.


    "Bruce, I believe you are clear about the purpose of today''s meeting. Now, you can state to everyone the original intention of your acquisition of Pacific Power and Natural Gas Company and Southern California Edison Power Company, as well as the detailed development plan after the successful acquisition." Michael Davis Road.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and took out the prepared documents from his briefcase. Of course, he had already memorized the contents of the document. The reason why I took it out is that if I forget it, I can open it and take a look to avoid making a fool of myself.


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 Chapter 203： Widely advertising

    Chapter 203 Advertise it


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    "Gentlemen and Ladies, I know a lot of people will question my purpose in acquiring Pacific and Southern California. With the energy crisis in sight, the acquisition of two utility companies that are facing bankruptcy and are not very profitable , is not something that a smart investor should do. Because it means investing 500 million US dollars a month to purchase high-priced power supply users. Moreover, 40% of the aging lines of the two companies need at least 300 million US dollars to retrofit Upgrading. Plus, it��s not easy at first sight to bring together two companies with different corporate cultures.��


    ����But in my opinion, these difficulties are temporary. There will be an end to the California energy crisis, maybe two months, maybe three months, maybe more, and I think I can hold on to that day. , I have prepared a fund of 300 million US dollars. Even, I will draw funds from my companies to meet the operation of the two companies. In addition, I also solemnly promise you here that after the acquisition of the two companies is successful, I will We will invest in the next 2-3 years to transform aging lines, improve energy efficiency, and build new power plants to add more jobs to California."


    "Mr. Guo, you don''t seem to have explained why you acquired Pacific and Southern California? Moreover, they have nothing to do with your main technology companies, media and finance." William Bass asked. He is the secretary of the California Department of Revenue.


    "I was going to say it later, since Mr. Bass asked, then I''ll take it to the front." After a pause, "I believe everyone knows more or less that I have a bachelor''s degree in economics from Stanford University, thank you Excellent teachers such as Professor John Stewart and Professor Ron Burns have taught me the inner link between business operation, financial risk and investment."


    "...Everyone also knows a few companies under my banner. Google, LinkedIn, paypa1, Guo''s, Matrix, Phoenix, Ruby, and Apple just acquired. Among these companies, Google, LinkedIn, paypa1 is an Internet company, Apple and Ruby are technology companies, Phoenix is ??a financial company, Matrix is ??a media company, and Guo''s is a comprehensive commercial company. Except for Guo''s, the seven companies are basically asset-light operations. Apple and Ruby may be slightly less There are some exceptions, but the high-tech industry is not much more resistant to risks than the Internet industry.��


    "If we explain it in a more vivid way, we can think of all companies as a portfolio of funds. In this portfolio, Phoenix is ??the highest risk stock fund, Google, LinkedIn and paypa1 are partial stock funds, Apple , Matrix and Ruby are mixed funds. Guo��s takes into account retail, catering, and agriculture. It can be regarded as a bond fund! From an investment perspective, this combination can achieve high returns, but the risk is relatively higher. Therefore, I need to provide Add one or two currency funds to this portfolio to stabilize the returns of the entire fund portfolio and enhance its anti-risk ability!"


    "The financial concept of monetary funds must be understood by everyone, and I will not explain too much here. Then, in my understanding, companies of the monetary fund type are companies that can make stable profits even in the event of an economic crisis. This Such enterprises include public utilities, basic agricultural and animal husbandry enterprises that provide food, etc. If you think my explanation is not clear enough, it is simply an industry company that provides people with the most basic living needs, such as electricity, water, food, etc. This industry is generally characterized by low profits, but stable revenue! Pacific and Southern California are such companies, and they are also ''money fund companies'' as I understand them."


    "Mr. Guo, I''m not questioning your theory, but the reality is that Southern California and the Pacific are in the throes of an energy crisis," said California Comptroller Peter Lewis.


    ��Indeed, but if we stretch it out to a span of thirty, fifty, or even a hundred years, the probability of an energy crisis in California as a whole is much lower than the probability of a once-in-a-decade financial crisis. Also, there is never a completely safe business in the world. Compared with other industries, the stability and safety of public utilities are high enough.��


    "Mr. Guo, the total assets of the Pacific and Southern California combined are close to $700 million. Even with a lot of debt, it is not easy to acquire, especially in terms of capital. If everything is as you said before, it will invest in energy In the crisis, the debt is operating, and the aging lines of the two companies will be renovated and new power plants will be built. Then I ask, where will these funds come from? $300 million is far from enough.�� California Senate President Joe Pierce asked.


    ��In terms of funding, I was fully prepared before acquiring the two companies. First, for the acquisition of Southern California and the Pacific, ******, Citi and Bank of America will provide about $400 million in financing. .And my own 300 million US dollars, in addition to 100 million for acquisitions, the remaining 200 million US dollars will be used as maintenance funds during the energy crisis. As for the renovation of new power plants and aging lines, the new power plant after the merger of the two companies will be used. The company''s revenue is borne. In addition, I can also assure you that after acquiring the two companies, I will not take a penny from her account for at least five years. All operating profits and income of the company are Will be used as funds to improve California''s public utilities. And, I very much welcome Mr. Lewis and Mr. White to oversee this!"


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes slowly swept across the faces of everyone in the audience, and he smiled slightly.


    "If you still have doubts about my funds, then I am here to share with you a piece of news. The hedge fund I run, Thunder, has made $100 million in gold futures investments..."


    "$100 million?"


    "My God, is this true?"


    "It''s incredible, he really made so much money?"


    Guo Shouyun''s words were like a heavy bomb that fell from the sky, setting off a monstrous wave in the otherwise calm conference room. You must know that the current dollar is not the dollar that depreciated after quantitative easing after the subprime mortgage crisis. A billion dollars is bigger than three billion in two decades.


    Soon, Guo Shouyun saw Qi Shuishuan''s arms raised under the stage, and too many people wanted to confirm the authenticity of the news.


    But this is exactly what Guo Shouyun wanted. A billion dollars can both confuse Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi, and Bank of America, as well as serve as propaganda. As long as this news spreads, the amount of funds raised by the Thunder Fund will usher in another surge.


    "Mr. Guo, is what you just said true? If it is true, how did you earn such a huge amount of money? Also, how do you invest in the private equity fund you manage?"


    Before Guo Shouyun could point to someone, someone couldn''t wait to ask.


    "I believe Mr. White''s words, and it is also a question for the vast majority of people present. Let me answer them one by one. First, regarding the true and false questions, I think this is easy to confirm, because we will report the results to customers every quarter. . You can ask the earliest client of Thunder Fund, Mr. John Jamison, senior partner of Goldman Sachs, and Mr. Cheng Zhengchang, the founder of Panda Express. In addition, Governor Davis is also our client, so you can ask him. Of course , It will take a few days for the time being. Because our Thunder employees have gone on vacation around the world with huge bonuses, and they will not send emails to customers until they come back three days later.��


    "As for the way to earn this huge amount of money, I think everyone knows about gold futures. This month''s explosion of Argentina''s debt default in South America has caused the global gold price to skyrocket, and we have made huge profits from it."


    "One last question. If everyone wants to invest in the Thunder Fund, it''s actually very simple, just give me a call and prepare $100,000 in cash and a bank account."


    Guo Shouyun''s words successfully turned the original meeting of ''the rationality of acquiring two companies in Southern California and the Pacific'' into a promotion meeting to discuss the investment direction, revenue ratio, handling fee and other issues of Thunder Fund~www.novelhall. com~ Of course, this is also in line with human nature, because in most cases, people are more interested in how to make their wallets richer.


    Therefore, after this meeting, Guo Shouyun''s acquisition of two companies in Southern California and the Pacific greatly reduced the political obstacles.


    "Bruce, Thunder Fund made a billion dollars investing in gold futures?"


    On the phone, Cheng Tinghua couldn''t hide the excitement in his voice, and there was even a hint of shock.


    "What, you heard that too?"


    "It''s more than I heard. Now it has spread throughout the upper class of California. It is estimated that it will not be long before the myth of your wealth will spread throughout the United States." Cheng Tinghua envied.


    Everyone is the same age, why are you so strong!


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Have you thought about additional investment?"


    "Of course. But I''m not as rich as you, so I''ll add another $100,000 this time. ... This is my wife, you must be careful."


    "Don''t worry! Next time I will turn your one million into two million or more."


    "That''s really good! By the way, we haven''t been together for a long time, why don''t we go camping in Orke together?"


    Alk is a well-known campground in Santa Clara County, most popular with students from Stanford University, University of San Francisco, and University of California, Berkeley.


    "I really want to promise you, but I really don''t have time right now. I''m flying to Chicago tomorrow afternoon for the recording of the Oprah Talk Show!"


    The matter that Guo Shouyun promised has been delayed for more than a month because of gold speculation. Although Oprah has not urged much. But if he dragged on, he would be embarrassed himself.


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 Chapter 204： Goldmans Tentative

    Chapter 204 Goldman''s Tentative


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    "Well, it seems that we can only wait for the next opportunity!" Cheng Tinghua said disappointedly.


    "Don''t worry, we will spend a lot of time together in the future!"


    "That''s true. But you, the rich man, don''t despise our ''poor'' friends!"


    "You know I''m not someone who dislikes the poor and loves the rich!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Of course, it''s just a joke. By the way, if Lao Chen and Qin Xiao also plan to make additional investments, do they want to call you?"


    "No. Just have them register an account with PayPal and transfer the money to the Thunder Fund''s PayPal account through that account."


    In order to promote the development of PayPal as much as possible, all companies under Guo Shouyun, including shareholding companies and affiliated companies, have transferred business including salary payment and transfer to PayPal.


    After explaining the process to Cheng Tinghua, and after a brief chat, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. But soon, his phone rang again. He glanced at the caller ID, narrowed his eyes slightly and thought for a while, then pressed the answer button.


    "John, it''s rare that you have time to call me!"


    "Bruce, you said it lightly. Your speech at the California state government the other day made my phone almost explode. Everyone is asking me how much money I made from your Thunder Fund!" John Jamison laughed.


    "Then you told them?"


    "Of course! Isn''t that what you want?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, an extremely smart person like John Jamison would naturally guess his purpose.


    "Bruce, how much money did the Thunder Fund make?"


    "Didn''t you already know?"


    "A billion dollars? But my gut tells me you must have made more than that!"


    "John, intuition is not accurate!" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "Maybe. But my intuition has never been wrong." After a pause, John Jamison said slowly: "Bruce, how about an exchange? I''ll tell you the essence of the ''Hound Project'', you come Tell me the exact figure you made on this gold speculation?"


    A gleam of light flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    "The Hound Project? I don''t know what the Hound Project is. As for the investment income of the Thunder Fund, I made it very clear before. Oh, yes. ...John, I heard that you were not very happy at Goldman Sachs. It happens that we are under the Phoenix company. There is no suitable management candidate for the Phoenix Fund. If you are willing, I hope you can come to serve as the CEO. When that time comes, I am very willing to discuss the issue of gold investment with you." Guo Shouyun said loudly.


    Although he still doesn''t know the details of the so-called ''Hound Project'', he can guess a general idea. And even Guo Shouyun doesn''t know anything. With $10.7 billion in hand, he has long been invincible. In contrast, the specific amount of funds in his hands is indeed extremely important information for the Enron Alliance. If you can''t figure this out, the Hound Project is a "thank you thankless" castle in the air. So, even if he has a good relationship with John Jamison, he will not reveal such important information.


    However, Guo Shouyun''s last words of solicitation, or ''a plan of alienation'', were beyond John Jamison''s expectations. The other side of the phone was silent for a while before the voice came.


    "Okay, I see. If you change your mind, you can call me anytime!"


    "OK!"


    Hanging up the phone, John Jamison''s eyes showed a touch of complexity. After quickly sorting through my thoughts, I looked around at the Goldman Sachs executives gathered around them, including: Blank Fein, chairman and CEO; Stephen Bryan, chief operating officer; Mike Kraut, chief financial officer; Robert ��Yetick, chief analyst and other thirteen Goldman Sachs top decision-makers.


    Facing their deep and complicated eyes, John Jamison said calmly: "You have heard what you said just now. Bruce Guo is more cautious than we thought."


    "Although it''s not certain how much money the other party made through this gold speculation, we at least confirmed one thing: Bruce Guo has indeed noticed the ''Hound Project'' and made targeted arrangements. Moreover, from the current From the signs, he did a good job." Stephen Bryan said solemnly.


    "In this case, do we still need to participate in the Hound Project?" Mike Kraut said.


    ��I think we should give up. After all, we are not like Morgan, Citi and Bank of America, who have huge stakes in Enron and have to pass the losses on by pulling up Enron. We��ve made enough money from our previous shorts. profit," Jordan Gray said. He is Goldman''s chief risk officer.


    "I''m against it. I think we should be more involved. We don''t have much to lose by failing the Hound plan, and we''ve been able to get a lot of money from Bruce Kuo''s acquisitions of Apple, Pacific and Southern California as financial advisors and investment advisors. Broker fees. If the Hound program is successful, even if this may be getting smaller, we have the opportunity to participate in the loot,�� Robert Yetik said.


    His words made half of the people participating in the meeting nodded in agreement.


    "John, as you who are most familiar with Bruce Guo, do you have anything to say at this moment?" Sitting in the middle, Blank Fein, who holds the highest power in Goldman Sachs, glanced at the silent John Jamison and asked.


    Raising his head, facing the concerned eyes, John Jamison said calmly: "For Goldman Sachs, there is really nothing to lose by continuing to participate in the ''Hound Project''. If it succeeds, there will be huge gains. However, Bruce Guo is not a fool, He can distinguish between enemies and friends. If we continue to participate, it will be extremely difficult to benefit from him in the future.��


    "John, Goldman Sachs can''t be influenced by one person!" Robert Yetick retorted after frowning.


    "The interests of Goldman Sachs are of course not influenced by one person. But if the power of this person grows exponentially every year, or even every month, then the potential interests around him will be huge and unimaginable. Be sure... Goldman Sachs will give up this A AAA customer with unlimited potential?"


    3A is the level set by Goldman Sachs for the top customers. In addition, there are 12 different levels including 2A, A, 3B, 2B, B, 3C, 2C, and D. Generally, those who can get a 3A rating are companies in the S&P 500 constituent stocks of the United States, or the super rich with a net worth of more than 3 billion US dollars.


    "Bruce Guo is indeed a genius. But if he wants to develop, he cannot do without Goldman Sachs. Because we are the strongest force in the Wall Street capital world!"


    Looking at Mike Kraut''s confident expression, John Jamison frowned slightly and said nothing. These people have been in charge of the powerful Goldman Sachs for too long, and they have been at the top. They have forgotten what ''humility'' is when they control the life and death of the capital market!


    By the end of the meeting, nothing had changed. The Hound program remains one of Goldman''s priorities for the next phase.


    "John, wait a minute!"


    Stopped and looked at Stephen Bryan, who was chasing after him, "Stephen, is something wrong?"


    "It''s noon soon, let''s have lunch together? Barex Restaurant, I''ll treat you."


    Barex is a three-Michelin star restaurant not far from Goldman Sachs headquarters.


    Looking at the enthusiastic Stephen Bryan, after thinking for a while, John Jamison smiled and nodded, "It seems that I can save a lot of money for a meal."


    "Hehe, let''s go! Take my car."


    On the drive to the destination, "John, do you have any good plans for bridging the rift between Goldman Sachs and Bruce Kuo?"


    "Make up?" John Jamison asked in surprise.


    "Yes. We always have to plan ahead for every possible situation so that it can be resolved in time when it happens."


    Taking a deep look at Stephen Bryan, "Stephen, you are really a top professional manager!"


    "John, you are also the top financial partner!"


    After the two looked at each other and smiled, John Jamison thought for a moment, organized the language, and said: "Although I have met Guo Shouyun a few times, we can barely be regarded as friends. But my understanding of him is still a little vague. But I feel, He should be a smart and cunning guy who can stick to his principles and at the same time is extremely demanding about his interests!"


    "Principles? Excessive interests? Cunning? ... John, it seems that your views on Bruce Guo are a bit complicated!"


    "Because we are dealing with a guy who is always invisible to you." He sighed softly, then paused, "For such a person, you can''t set an effective plan in advance, because his taste is always Everything is changing!"


    "You mean to do nothing?"


    "Of course not!" John Jamison shook his head decisively. "In fact, you don''t need to prepare anything, you just need to reveal a goodwill. When Bruce Guo needs it, he will find us by himself. Of course, the premise is It was this kindness that was enough to impress him nodded clearly, after thinking for a while, Stephen Bryan smiled: "Thank you, John. I think I already have the answer!"


    "That''s good, then I''ll be paying for lunch too!"


    Stephen Bryan smiled, and after a while, his expression showed a strange expression: "Bruce Guo invited you to be the CEO of Phoenix Fund on the phone, are you interested?"


    "Maybe!" John Jamison''s pupils shrank.


    "Maybe?"


    "Well. When I leave Goldman Sachs, and if Bruce Guo is really sincere, I will consider it!"


    Looking at the calm-looking companion, Stephen Bryan frowned slightly and didn''t ask any more questions. Holding on to someone else''s private affairs is an offense.


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 Chapter 205： to Chicago

    Chapter 205 to Chicago again


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    "Boss, this is the financial statement of the Thunder Fund last week!"


    After taking a look at the information in Wendy''s hand, Guo Shouyun showed a smile on his face.


    "It''s up again!"


    "In addition to our own funds, the Thunder''s total purchases have reached 757 million US dollars. However, compared with some time ago, the growth rate is not so fast now!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly, "Lei Ting is a newcomer in the private equity industry after all. Although the revenue ratio is amazing, it lacks some background. It is not bad to have this result now. We will follow more later. Profits, I believe the fund''s subscription capital will have a greater increase."


    "I have full confidence in the boss!"


    I didn''t dare to look at Wendy''s fiery eyes, "Is Zhang Shaoling back?"


    "is back."


    "Go and find him!"


    After looking at him, Wendy twisted her slender waist and walked out. Looking at her tall and slender back, Guo Shouyun''s eyes showed a hint of hesitation. After a while, he shook his head slightly and sighed.


    "Boss, are you looking for me?"


    Not long after, Zhang Shaoling in a suit walked in.


    "Sit down and talk!"


    "Um!"


    "How''s it going, how''s the holiday going?" Guo Shouyun asked with a smile after he sat down.


    "Excellent. Now waiting for another big vote with the boss!"


    "Hehe, there will be opportunities, but we need to wait for the time being." Saying that, Guo Shouyun took out a stack of documents from the drawer and handed them over, "Let''s take a look!"


    "You have already put in?" Zhang Shaoling looked at the contents of the document and asked in surprise.


    "Well! When you guys went on vacation, I kept paying attention to the price of gold. During the period from March 29 to April 2, the price range of gold dropped to $254 to $25. I think this is a very rare opportunity to get into the market. Established a position of 7 billion US dollars. At present, Thunder Fund holds 2.745 million gold futures contracts under ten times leverage. By the way, I also left a position margin of 4.4 billion US dollars. Regardless of whether the gold price will be high before the outbreak of the financial crisis in Argentina There will be bigger declines and none of our investments will be completely lost." . .


    "Boss, will there really be a financial crisis in Argentina?" This is what Zhang Shaoling has always worried about.


    "meeting!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded firmly.


    Combining his vague memory and detailed and comprehensive information on Argentina''s economy, he is very sure that a crisis will break out in Argentina, but it is hard to say when it will be. Maybe May, maybe June, maybe July.


    To put it 10,000 steps back, even if the Argentine financial crisis is gone, it has disappeared. There is an even more sensational 9 in the back. As long as there is an outbreak of the two, the price of gold will rise to the sky, and he will still make a lot of money. Therefore, Guo Shouyun is very firm in his investment in gold. If it weren''t for the fact that he still needed funds to acquire Pacific Ocean, Southern California, and Apple''s excess shares; and after the acquisition was successful, he would not have left a $4.4 billion holding margin if he needed funds to help Pacific Ocean and Southern California survive the energy crisis.


    Perhaps due to Guo Shouyun''s influence, Zhang Shaoling''s heart became inexplicably firm.


    "Your task in the future is to lead the team well, and then report to me the gold price and the core news related to it on time every day at nine o''clock in the morning and six in the afternoon."


    "clear!"


    "It''s alright, go get busy!"


    "Can I take this information?"


    "Take it, it was originally for you!"


    Zhang Shaoling nodded, turned and walked out.


    After the room was quiet, Guo Shouyun sat in the chair and thought for a while, then took out his mobile phone and called Zhang Lei.


    "boss!"


    "What happened to Jianlibao?"


    "After we promised not to move the Jianlibao factory out of Sishui and raised the acquisition fund by 420 million Huaxia Coins, they have agreed and signed the contract this afternoon."


    "Has the payment method been agreed?"


    "According to what you said, pay 30% first after signing the contract, 30% after half a year, and pay after one year!"


    "That''s good!"


    "Boss, we have enough funds, why don''t we pay it all in one lump sum? If that''s the case, we can also suppress the total purchase price!" Zhang Lei wondered.


    You must know that while the Thunder Fund made a fortune through gold, Hanhua Fund also made a lot of money under the command of Guo Shouyun. Moreover, because of the small target, Guo Shouyun also suffered losses, so when speculating on gold, he directly used 20 times leverage of 45 million US dollars on platforms such as Nomura Securities and Bear Stearns. By the time Argentina''s debt default ended, the money had nearly quadrupled. After deducting handling fees, commissions, employee bonuses, and taxes, there are still about $500 million left, which is more than enough to buy a Jianlibao.


    "Because I plan to double the size of the Hanhua Fund several times in April compared to the funds of 20 to 30 million Huaxia coins."


    "How...how is this possible?" Zhang Lei was shocked.


    "Nothing is impossible, you will understand when the time comes."


    After seeing Guo Shouyun''s amazing method of turning corruption into miraculous in the previous gold speculation, when he heard such words again, although he was surprised, he didn''t say much.


    "By the way, after winning Jianlibao, let Li Jingwei act as a middleman to solve the matter of taking a stake in Li Ning Sporting Goods Company. It has great potential!"


    "Yes!"


    "Let''s do this for the time being, remember to notify me in time if anything happens!"


    "clear!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun quickly found another number to call.


    "Matthew!"


    "boss!"


    "Is there enough space on Yulin Island?"


    "Boss, this island is big enough to station an aircraft carrier formation!"


    "Hehe, you''re satisfied! By the way, how many people are being trained on the island now?"


    "At present, the scale of 20 people has been maintained, but a batch of them will definitely be eliminated in the future!"


    "How many loyal and reliable people are there?"


    Matthew was stunned for a moment and noticed the abnormality in Guo Shouyun''s tone, "What does the boss mean...?"


    "I have a mission that requires some reliable people!"


    "how much do you need?"


    "The more the better!"


    "Understood, I''ll print out the list for you tonight!"


    "No, you just need to know what you have in mind. I only need to know a total number, and then I will tell you the content of the task in detail, and you can direct them to execute!"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun''s trust is touching.


    After hanging up the phone, looking at the 2000-200 UEFA Champions League table, he muttered to himself: "It doesn''t take much, as long as you can make three or four billion dollars, you can become a killer at a critical moment. "


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    "Uncle Guo...!"


    Looking at the little guy running towards him, Guo Shouyun took two steps forward, picked her up with both hands and circled in the air.


    "Sweetheart, this is a gift that Uncle Guo brought you!" Guo Shouyun reached out and picked up the doll that was temporarily placed on the ground.


    "Wow, Woody!"


    Since the success of the two "Toy Story" films that Pixar and Disney collaborated on, the dolls of the classic characters have also become toys for children to buy.


    Looking at his elated daughter, Ou Guanhai smiled and said, "Bruce, in Maria''s heart, my father is not as close as your uncle. This is really a jealous thing."? "Haha, my temperament Naturally popular with children, you can''t compare that, Barack!"


    This is not Guo Shouyun''s boasting. Whether it is the eldest daughter of *** Maria, Rowling''s daughter Jessica, or Liu Zhixing''s daughter Liu Nan, they are all close to Guo Shouyun. Of course, this also has something to do with Guo Shouyun not being as strict as their father''s discipline, and having gifts every time.


    "Where''s Michelle?"


    "Watching Sasha upstairs!"


    After nodding clearly, Guo Shouyun put down the little guy in his arms, patted her little head, "Go play!"


    After nodding her head, Maria ran towards the second floor with her calves, "Mom, the Woody that Uncle Guo bought for me...!"


    Looking at her brisk back, Guo Shouyun smiled with a hint of sigh: "The world of children is always enviable."


    "It''s a pity that this carefree time has long since left us!" Ao Guanhai nodded.


    The mutual recognition made the two look at each other and smile, "Go to the living room and sit!"


    "it is good!"


    "Michelle knows you''re coming, specially prepared black tea, taste how it tastes."


    "Huh? Why is there a faint sweetness?"


    "I checked your Chinese tea drinking habits, so I added three red dates to the tea!"


    "No wonder!...It tastes good."


    After a few drinks, the two asked, "How many days will you stay in Chicago this time?"


    "Three days, I''m going to fly to Hawaii to attend a friend''s wedding after the "Oprah Show" recording!"


    "Rowling?"


    "how do you know?"


    "What is there to ask, there are not many reports about your relationship in the newspapers, but not a lot!"


    After nodding clearly, "Barack, if you are interested, I can introduce you to each other!"


    "is it okay?"


    A happy smile appeared on Ao Guanhai''s face For someone aspiring in politics like him, he most hoped to make friends with influential public figures like Rowling.


    "certainly!"


    "I''ll prepare a sumptuous dinner with Michelle to entertain you!"


    "Then it''s settled!"


    Ou Guanhai smiled and nodded.


    After staying at his home for dinner, Guo Shouyun came to Chicago O''Hare International Airport the next day. As the only dual-hub airport in the world, it handles more than 0 million passengers, second only to Kennedy International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport. Airport and Miami International Airport, ranked fourth.


    At the exit of the airport, Guo Shouyun, dressed in a blue suit and holding a rose in his arms, was particularly eye-catching. However, in order to avoid being recognized and causing unnecessary trouble, he wore a dark brown toad mirror on his face.


    After hearing the familiar flight landing, Guo Shouyun adjusted his clothes and looked at the passage with eager eyes. About five or six minutes later, a very familiar figure appeared in front of him.


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    Chapter 206 The Oprah Talk Show (Part 1)


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    Looking at the beautiful woman wearing a warm gray knitted jacket, white shirt, light blue skinny jeans and creamy white high heels, long hair and a shawl, with a tall figure, half of her face covered by big sunglasses, but still eye-catching. Guo Shouyun raised his arm with a smile on his face.


    "Molly, here!"


    Hearing the familiar voice and seeing the lover she was fascinated by, Molly Bevan subconsciously accelerated her pace, and then trotted, as if a swallow in her arms, immersed in the lost, envious and jealous eyes of the men around her. Guo Shouyun''s embrace.


    The two people who hadn''t seen each other for a long time hugged tightly, feeling the familiar breath on each other, conveying their feelings silently rather than loudly, and then reluctantly parted after a while.


    "For you!"


    "thanks!"


    She happily took the rose from Guo Shouyun''s hand, Molly Bevan said happily.


    "Bruce, although I really don''t want to disturb you. But Rowling is pregnant now and can''t stand for too long."


    "Neil, Rowling!" Guo Shouyun said in surprise when he saw the two standing beside him, "Why did you all come together?"


    "When I was chatting with Molly, I knew everyone was coming to Chicago, so I made an appointment." Rowling laughed.


    She nodded knowingly, looking at Rowling''s rounded abdomen, "Rowling, congratulations, you are about to become a mother again!"


    "thanks!"


    "Didn''t Jessica come with a piece?"


    "My mother has taken her directly to Hawaii," Rowling laughed.


    This time I came to Chicago just to record the show, so there is no need to take my daughter to suffer from the bumps.


    "I see. Let''s go, the car is already waiting outside!" Guo Shouyun greeted.


    As the financial center and the third largest city in the United States after New York, Guo Shouyun, who will definitely stay here often in the future, directly bought a two-storey, 2.8-hectare, 8-bedroom, 10-bathroom mansion in the suburbs of Chicago as his own. Permanent residence after Chicago.


    Because the price is not too high, Guo Shouyun directly spent 4.5 million US dollars and bought the whole amount. Now that he has a huge amount of money, although he does not dare to be too extravagant, because of the deep-rooted pursuit of a house by Chinese people, he is relatively generous in this regard.


    "It''s so beautiful here!"


    After getting out of the car, Molly Bevin and Rowling were very satisfied with the design of the house, especially the good location next to Lake Michigan.


    The aesthetic viewpoints of young men, young women and middle-aged women are still similar. The only exception is Neil Murray, an anesthesiology professor who feels that it is a bit far from the city and life is not very convenient.


    "Rowling, Neil, you live here when you''re in Chicago."


    "Thank you, Bruce!"


    "You''re welcome. Come on, I''ll show you around!"


    After taking a few people around the manor that Guo Shouyun named ''Songtao Garden'', he ordered the newly appointed butler to take them down. Guo Shouyun and Molly couldn''t wait to enjoy their two-person world.


    The next day, Guo Shouyun, who had planned to come to "the king does not go to court early", saw Molly was sleeping too deeply, so he couldn''t bear to touch her. She didn''t wake up until she came back from the run and saw that it was almost time.


    "Honey, get up for breakfast."


    "Um?!"


    Molly Bevan opened her eyes and looked at her lover after sobering up, "What time is it?"


    "It''s half past seven... Molly, you don''t look very well, do you want to sleep a little longer?" Guo Shouyun asked with concern.


    "No, maybe the relationship status is not good due to the jet lag. I''ll take a nap after I finish eating!"


    In fact, during this time, Molly Bevan has been feeling sleepy and her energy has dropped a lot. Because it is not serious, it has not been paid attention to.


    "Okay, let me get your clothes for you!"


    After helping Molly get dressed, the two came to the restaurant together. At this point, Neil Molly and Rowling were already sitting here.


    "Good morning!"


    "Good morning, Rowling, Neil!"


    After the four of them sat down, Guo Shouyun said, "Rowling, I made an appointment with Ms. Winfrey to record at nine in the morning. Let''s go together then."


    The latter nodded, "Bruce, this is your first TV show."


    "Yeah! If it wasn''t for your sake, I wouldn''t agree!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    Neil Murray on the side glanced at him and said curiously: "Bruce, young people like to show off, why are you different? Is there any special reason?"


    This sentence made the eyes of the three people, including Maury Bevin, all focus on Guo Shouyun.


    "Maybe it has something to do with my personality. I don''t naturally like that kind of lifestyle that attracts attention. In comparison, a quiet and free atmosphere is more suitable for me!" Guo Shouyun shrugged.


    "It''s hard to imagine how a character like yours can achieve such amazing success in business!" said Neil Murray.


    "Neil, whether you can see it successfully in business is here, it has nothing to do with personality." Guo Shouyun pointed to his head and smiled.


    Neil Murray spread his hands, "At least this statement of yours makes me less jealous!"


    "Ha ha��!"


    With laughter, the four finished their breakfast. Because of a little discomfort, Molly Bevan did not follow the three to the show, although she was a little curious about it. As for Neil Murray, he was a little worried about Rowling, who was pregnant.


    Guo Shouyun''s villa is located on the outskirts of Chicago. Of course, in a city with an urban population of less than one million, its suburbs are obviously not as exaggerated as the magic capital and the capital. It took less than an hour before and after driving to arrive at the office of the production company that Oprah set up after leaving WLS TV.


    As rare heavyweight guests, Guo Shouyun and Rowling naturally received very thoughtful reception.


    "Mr. Guo, Ms. Rowling, if there is anything you don''t want to be mentioned, you can tell me in advance." Oprah Winfrey said after taking out a pen and paper.


    After making a gesture for Rowling to speak first, the other party said, "Except my private life, there is nothing I can''t touch."


    "OK, what about Mr. Guo?"


    "me too!"


    "I understand. Thank you two for participating in my program. A staff member will take the two to the studio in a while. In addition, if you have any needs, please notify us in time. Everyone here will be very happy to help."


    "thanks!"


    "See you at the show later."


    "OK!"


    Looking at her back as she turned away, Rowling said with admiration, "Ms. Winfrey is such an attractive woman!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement. Oprah Winfrey does have an air of subconscious trust in her.


    "Mr. Guo, Ms. Rowling, please come with me!"


    Not long after, a young woman wearing a professional attire knocked on the door and walked in.


    After the two nodded, they stood up. As for Neil Murray, of course someone took him to the auditorium.


    "��Welcome to The Oprah Show, today is our 1500th recording. The Oprah Show has been on for fifteen years since the show started in 1986. Today is on this special day. , we are very honored to invite the best young writers in the world today to share their stories with us. They are the author of "Harry Potter" and the most talented children''s book writer Ms. J.K. Rowling , and 21 best-selling authors such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and Fifty Shades of Grey, let''s welcome them with the warmest applause!"


    "You two, it''s time for you to play!" the staff said quickly.


    "Rowling, you go first!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    Rowling nodded and walked out one step ahead. Guo Shouyun followed. The two walked into a flash of light amid warm applause.


    Although it was the first time to participate in the recording of the program, Guo Shouyun, who had seen many big scenes, was not too flustered in his heart, but felt a little novel.


    "You two, please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    After the three people were seated, the applause slowly stopped.


    "Very welcome, and thank you very much for joining our show. First of all, I want to ask Rowling for the countless fans present and in front of the TV, when will the sixth Harry Potter book be finished?"


    "The original plan was to finish it in the second half of this year, but because of some personal affairs, I have to wait until next year!"


    "Although we are a little disappointed, we are still looking forward to the future." After a pause, Oprah''s eyes shifted to Guo Shouyun next to him. Compared to Rowling, this is the focus of her interview today, because the latter''s body There are far more topics to talk about than Rowling.


    "Mr. Guo, if I remember correctly, this is your first time participating in a TV show, isn''t it?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head, "When I won the first prize in the Olympiad in mathematics in 1995, I was interviewed by Wells TV. Of course, the interview only lasted less than five minutes."


    Wells TV is a local public TV station in San Francisco similar to the TV station of prefecture-level cities in China. Except for some local influence, it is not well known.


    "Mr. Guo is really humorous. If you want, our program team welcomes you to be a guest often."


    "It''s my honor, but although my face is handsome, if I look at it often, I''m afraid the girls will get bored!" Guo Shouyun shrugged and made a joke.


    "Hehe, is this a cold joke?"


    "certainly!"


    Everyone laughed for a while, and after the atmosphere became more active, Oprah continued: "We all know that the two are very good friends. Can you share with you the process of your acquaintance?"


    "You do it!"


    After looking at each other, Guo Shouyun said.


    Rowling nodded, "The process of our acquaintance is actually very simple. Because our agents are all Ritter. So, we got to know each other."


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    Chapter 207 The Oprah Talk Show (Part 2)


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    "Christopher Ritter, now E of Thornbird Publishing, part of the Amazon Group?" Oprah said.


    "Yes!"


    "But how did I hear that you two met through Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them?"


    "To a certain extent, it can be said that Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is indeed a very good novel. When I saw it, I really wanted to know its author, and everything went as I expected, Bruce. Lots of good advice on writing Harry Potter."


    "We all know that "Harry Potter" and "Fantastic Beasts" have a similar world view and setting, and even many characters have internal connections. Therefore, many people say that this is serious plagiarism. Rowling, What do you think?"


    "Actually I don''t think it''s plagiarism. Anyone who''s seen Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them knows it''s two very different stories. It''s more of a prequel to Harry Potter. Plus, a lot of Western Magic fiction has the same elements of dragons, elves, gnomes, goblins, dwarves, magic, swordsmanship, etc., but you can''t say that every novel with these elements is a copy of Tolkien''s The Lord of the Rings!" Rowling emphasized.


    "So, you didn''t charge Bruce''s royalties?" Oprah laughed.


    "certainly!"


    After a smile, "Let''s ask Mr. Guo again. ... Mr. Guo, under what circumstances did you write Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them?"


    "It''s nothing special. It''s just because I''m obsessed with the novel "Harry Potter" and I happen to like writing very much, so I have read the first four volumes of "Harry Potter" that have been published many times. , I had the desire to start writing, and three months later I had Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: Battle for New York.��


    "Three months?"


    "Yes!"


    "It is rumored that Mr. Guo writes very fast, and now it seems to be the case." After a pause, "So did you really write 9 books in one year? And there is no ghostwriting yet?"


    "How is that possible? It''s just a rumor from the outside world. In fact, some books were written by me in advance, but they were not published."


    "Can you elaborate?"


    "Of course! I''m sure everyone is familiar with Fifty Shades of Grey. It sold well, but it also caused me to be criticized in the literary world. There is nothing wrong with these criticisms, and I myself know that the literary value of this book is not Gao. However, as my first novel in middle school, I can write it completely, and I can also receive the love of many book fans. I am already very satisfied. "


    "Fifty Shades of Grey was your work in middle school?" Oprah asked in surprise.


    Guo Shouyun nodded without blushing, "It was my work in the eleventh grade. Later it was "Fast and the Furious", "Smart: Ghost Record", "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "National Treasure", when I was in college I wrote "Finding Nemo" and "The Hangover" one after another. At that time, I had plenty of time, so I wrote a lot. Later, I started a business and put more time and energy into my career, and the number of works was not as much as before. already."


    "I see." After Oprah nodded clearly, "Bruce, we all know that most writers have a field they are good at. For example, Ms. Rowling is good at fantasy novels, Dan Brown is good at mystery novels, they All of them write in their fields of expertise and have achieved extraordinary achievements. Your writing scope seems not limited to a certain field, and you have very outstanding works in the fields of magic, emotion, reasoning, etc., which can be used for everyone. Tell me, how did you achieve this success?"


    Rowling''s eyes also fell on Guo Shouyun, and she was also interested in this issue.


    "This may have something to do with my personal interests. Also, I like to read, and at my peak I read nearly 200 books a year. Even if I''m very busy with work now, I will spare ~2 hours a day to read books. In addition, my memory is good. If it is intensive reading, I can usually remember the content after reading it three times."


    "Wow, this is an astonishing talent." After Oprah exclaimed, he continued with great interest, "If Mr. Guo doesn''t mind, can we do a little bit of the amazing memory that we just mentioned. A little quiz?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Any gentleman or lady at the scene with a book?"


    The audience under the stage was enthusiastic, and soon six or seven books appeared. "


    "Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Da Vinci Code, it seems that you are all big fans of Bruce and Rowling. But these books are not good, I want a copy with both of them. A book that has nothing to do with people!"


    "I have a copy of Salinger''s Catcher in the Rye here!"


    A middle-aged man with black-rimmed glasses and a plaid shirt stood up.


    "What''s your name, please?"


    "David, my name is David Grom."


    "Okay, thank you very much, Mr. Grom. Please give me the book now!" ..


    After taking over the "Catcher in the Rye", Oprah returned to the stage, "Bruce, is this book okay?"


    "Of course. Mr. Salinger is a writer I really like. His Catcher in the Rye is a classic, I''ve read it many times!"


    Oprah''s mind is very quick, "You mean you have memorized all the content in it?"


    "Um!"


    "In that case, please recite the contents of pages 2 to 7?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after thinking for a while, he recited the contents of his memory. He passed through the inherited Bruce Guo, and has an amazing talent in memory.


    "It''s really shocking, there are only two omissions in the entire text!" Oprah said in disbelief after Guo Shouyun finished reciting it.


    The people at the scene were also surprised by Guo Shouyun''s memory. No one thinks that there will be fraud, because if it is not amazing talent, even if it is recited in advance, there is a possibility of forgetting. On the other hand, Guo Shouyun was very fluent from start to finish.


    "Bruce, I never knew you had such an enviable talent!" Rowling was also a little surprised by her friend''s performance.


    "Rowling, this kind of thing becomes a show off."


    At this time, Oprah, who returned the book to the audience, also walked back.


    "I''ve heard many people''s comments on Mr. Guo''s genius before, and now I finally have an accurate concept of genius! Such a memory is really amazing!"


    "thanks!"


    "Bruce, what role does a good memory play in what you''ve achieved so far? Is it the foundation of your success?"


    "A good memory sounds cool, but to be successful in your career, a good memory will only help, it''s your determination and perseverance that will make the difference."


    "Can you give me a specific example?"


    "Of course! ... People who know me know that in addition to writing books, I also have some achievements in business. For example, LinkedIn, which was an Internet company I founded in 1999. At that time, the Internet was the whole Silicon Valley, and even the whole world. The world''s most popular industries, AOL, Yahoo, Amazon have all created amazing market caps. Of course, LinkedIn can''t compare to them."


    ��When the Nasdaq crisis broke out, it was still a simple website that I and my classmate Alexander Martin founded in the dormitory, focusing on professional social networking. At that time, our registered users were less than 50,000, and the active users were not many. To 000 people. No matter how you look at it, this kind of website has no future, especially during the Nasdaq crisis and the era of the Internet industry��s great ebb.��


    Guo Shouyun''s words aroused everyone present''s memory of last year''s catastrophic crisis, and the atmosphere in the studio became a little more depressed.


    "When the market is in crisis and the Internet goes bankrupt one after another, a good memory or mind is of no use. What can really work is your determination and perseverance. I firmly believe in the future of the Internet industry, so I leave my adoptive father to I mortgaged my farm and two grocery stores to Wells Fargo and used the money to get through the toughest times for LinkedIn. It was also to raise money that I thought of publishing a novel I had written earlier. At the time, there was no Thinking about how much money we have to make. I feel that as long as we can earn a little royalties, we can ease the financial difficulties of LinkedIn and allow us to go further.��


    "Didn''t expect your novel to be a huge success as soon as it was published?" Oprah asked.


    "Yes." Guo Shouyun nodded, "Here, I would like to thank every customer who has bought my novel, thank you!"


    "Whoa...!"


    Loud applause broke out in the studio, and anyone with a normal mind who bravely pursues success in difficult situations will feel heartfelt admiration.


    After a pause of applause, Oprah continued: "Bruce, we all know that you made a special trip to England to publish your novel?"


    "Yes!"


    "Then why not stay in the US? Of course, I don''t mean the publishers in the US are better than the UK, but why do you want to be far away?"


    "Because I am a fan of Rowling''s books, I have great admiration for Mr. Christopher Ritter''s discerning ability. It just so happened that I wrote a similar "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them". Funds, I decided to go to the UK. Later facts proved that my decision was correct!"


    "But the English publishers haven''t published any of your novels. Can you tell me why?"


    "Of course! Because they refused to publish Fifty Shades of Grey, but I had deep feelings for the first novel I finished. So things froze here. Later, Christopher approached me and said he was going to start a publishing company. The company, my book is the first batch of works for the company. I agree."


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    Chapter 208 The Oprah Talk Show (Part 2)


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    "This publishing house is the later thorn bird?"


    "Yes!"


    "If that''s the case, why did you sell it to Amazon again? You must know that Thornbird''s revenue last year was not much lower than that of international publishing giants such as Scholastic and Penguin Random."


    "The development of Thornbird is indeed very good. In fact, it was somewhat unexpected by me, Christopher and all the founders. However, if you look at it in ten or twenty years. Even if Thornbird has become the largest publication in the world It��s also very difficult for a company to exceed $10 billion in size. In contrast, Amazon, which is in e-commerce, is not necessarily.��


    "You mean to say that the future of the Amazon is more brilliant than that of the thornbirds?"


    "Yes! I work on the Internet, so I''m naturally more interested in Amazon."


    After Oprah nodded, "I know that Ms. Rowling is also a shareholder of Thornbird. Do you agree with Mr. Guo''s judgment?"


    "I don''t know the publishing industry, let alone the internet. But I know that Bruce is an amazing business genius. He encouraged me to invest in Thornbird, and by the time the company was sold to Amazon, I had made 100 times that investment. Return on investment, and it only took a year!" Rowling smiled.


    "Wow...!"


    There was a burst of admiration from the audience.


    "What a remarkable achievement. Bruce, I know you mentioned a while ago in your speech to the state government in California that your Thunder Fund made $1 billion in gold futures last month, is that true?"


    "Yes!"


    "Can you tell me more about the operation process?"


    ��The process is actually not complicated. After a lot of analysis, our analysts noticed the hidden dangers in the Argentine economy. It just so happened that the world economy was in a downturn after the Nasdaq crisis, and gold was sought after as a safe-haven asset. Therefore, we judge that once there is a ''black swan event'' in the market, the rise in gold prices will become inevitable. Therefore, we boldly took a long position in gold futures at a low level. Later facts proved that we were correct. Thunder Fund has achieved since its establishment. maximum profit."


    "Congratulations! Bruce, you are not only an excellent writer, but also an excellent entrepreneur and financial investor."


    "Thank you, I will work harder in the future to be worthy of these evaluations!"


    Oprah nodded, "Because of time constraints, the interview session of today''s show ends here. Next is the questioning session for the last five minutes. Please raise your hands if the audience wants to ask Bruce and Rowling questions."


    As soon as Oprah''s voice fell, Ru Lin''s arms were raised in unison.


    "The lady in the pink shirt!"


    Seeing that she was lucky enough to be selected, this 312-year-old woman looked quite excited. Before the staff handed the microphone to her, she already took it from the other party.


    "I would like to ask Mr. Guo, the headline of "The Wall Street Journal" on March 28 questioned your Leiting Fund''s exaggerated income in gold futures investment. What is your explanation for this? In addition, what is the minimum investment standard of Leiting Fund?"


    "That''s a tough question. Bruce, do you want an answer?" Oprah turned to ask.


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded and picked up the microphone, "I don''t want to say anything more about the Wall Street Journal''s questioning. Because Leiting Fund is a private equity hedge fund, I am only responsible to my clients, not a The news media is in charge. In fact, up to now, the first batch of our Leiting clients has an additional fund rate of 100%, with more than 200 new clients. If we are really cheating, I don��t think they will continue to choose us. As for Leiting Fund��s The minimum investment standard is actually not as high as everyone thinks, as long as $100,000, you can become our client.��


    "Mr. Guo...!"


    "Sorry, lady. Time is a matter of time, and each guest has only one chance to ask questions." Oprah interrupted.


    Although not reconciled, the other party did not break the rules of the show team, nodded and sat down.


    "Second and third from the left, Mr. Glasses!"


    This is a middle-aged man with black-rimmed glasses, a plaid shirt, and a serious expression.


    "Mr. Guo, do you think Argentina''s debt crisis is likely to deepen? If so, what is the basis for your judgment?"


    Guo Shouyun picked up the microphone and looked at the other party, "What''s this gentleman''s name?"


    "Michael Barry!"


    Guo Shouyun felt that the name was a bit familiar, but he just couldn''t remember where he had heard it before, "Are you also a person in the financial industry?"


    "Yes! Before 2000 I was a resident neuroscientist at Stanford University School of Medicine. I resigned in January and started my own capital management firm."


    "Michael Barry!?"


    A flash of light flashed in Guo Shouyun''s mind, and he suddenly remembered the impressive subprime mortgage crisis in his previous life that had yet to happen.


    Six years later, in the great crisis that plunged the world into recession, a handful of market-sighting geniuses made their fortunes. Among them were Michael Barry, Steve Eisman and John Paulson.


    Of course, there are another few dozen others. But Guo Shouyun only remembered these three. Because he has seen the most descriptions of these three in the "The Big Short" movie and in the movie, he naturally left the deepest impression on him. Among the three, Michael Barry is the most important to him. Because compared to the latter two, the former neurologist is a true financial investment genius, especially in value investing, and has amazing foresight of the market.


    From 1996 to 1999, he only regarded finance as an interest, and when he shared his investment experience and goals through a value investing group and blog, Fidelity Fund, Gotham Capital, White Mountain Company, Morgan Stanley and other Wall Street Many of the financial and insurance giants of his company have become frequent visitors to his website.


    In the first year, 2001, two thousand years after he quit his job to start his own hedge fund, the S&P 500 fell 11.88%, but his hedge fund''s net worth rose 55%. The following year, the S&P 500 fell another 22.1%, and his hedge fund bucked the trend and rose 16%. In 2003, the stock market successfully reversed, rising 28.69%, and Michael Barry won again, with his portfolio up 50%. Until the subprime mortgage crisis hit, in 2007, his hedge fund grew by 187%, an average increase of 31.17%, higher than Buffett''s Berkshire Hathaway.


    If Michael Barry hadn''t limited the size of his fund, and he himself was a socially awkward, even withdrawn person, then his achievements would never be inferior to those of giants such as Soros, Julian Robertson, Ray Dalio, etc. .


    Of course, Guo Shouyun can''t quite remember the amazing achievements Michael Barry has achieved. But he knew that the man in front of him was a genius in financial investment. Therefore, after understanding who the other party is, the love and solicitation in his heart instantly became stronger!


    After taking a deep look at the other party, Guo Shouyun thought carefully for a moment, organized the language and said, "I think the debt crisis in Argentina is still likely to deepen. The judgment is based on many aspects, including the growth rate of gross domestic assets, Unemployment rate, trade balance, interest rate, ratio of government debt to GDP, etc. Because of time constraints, it is not convenient for me to expand. If you are interested, you can leave your contact information and I will send a detailed information Give you!"


    After the voice fell, many people in the field glanced back and forth between Michael Barry and Guo Shouyun. They clearly felt that the latter had a very different attitude towards the former.


    Although Michael Barry is withdrawn, he is not a fool, on the contrary, he is very smart. Looking at the young man sitting on the stage with a smile and a hint of admiration in his expression. After thinking about it, he took out a crumpled cigarette case from his pocket, tore off a piece of the inner lining, borrowed a pen from the side, and wrote his phone number on it.


    "Trouble the staff to bring it for meThank you!" Guo Shouyun said.


    A young female employee finished the job, and after thanking him again, Guo Shouyun took the note and glanced at it. He put this most crappy ''business card'' he had ever seen in his suit jacket. pocket.


    After doing all this gave Oprah a ''go on'' look. The latter understood and quickly picked a young girl from the crowd.


    "Bruce, I really like "Fifty Shades of Grey" you wrote. Do you have a girlfriend?"


    "Wow, Bruce, it seems that this beautiful female fan is very fond of you?" Oprah laughed.


    Facing the ridicule, Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head gently, "Thank you very much for your love, but I already have a girlfriend, I''m sorry!"


    "Okay, thank you to all the viewers here today, as well as Bruce and Rowling, thank you. Today''s "Oprah Talk Show" is all over here, thank you for watching. Let''s look forward to more exciting content in the next issue !"


    After Guo Shouyun finished speaking, Oprah decisively ended the recording of the entire show. Because she promised not to ask the privacy of the two, although the latter question was asked by the audience, she also has the responsibility to fulfill her promise. Besides, after the three questions have been asked, it is indeed time for the show to end.


    After politely declining Oprah''s invitation to have lunch together, the three of them left here together.


    "Rowling, Neil, you all go back first, I still have something to deal with!"


    The two of them didn''t ask any further questions, nodded and then got in the car and left. After checking the time, Guo Shouyun took out the phone number from his jacket pocket and dialed it. It didn''t take long to get connected.


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    Chapter 209 Financial Genius


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    "Hey?"


    "Mr. Barry? I''m Bruce Guo!"


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    "Have time in the evening? I''d like to invite Mr. Barry to dinner at Pierrot''s!"


    Guo Shouyun''s invitation was a bit abrupt to Michael Barry, and he paused for more than ten seconds. When Guo Shouyun thought whether there was a problem with the phone, a familiar slightly hoarse voice came from the speaker.


    "What time?"


    "Seven thirty in the evening!"


    "Can you make it half an hour earlier, I usually have dinner at seven!"


    Listening to the other party''s natural tone, Guo Shouyun frowned, but he didn''t say much about it, geniuses always have a weird temper, don''t they?


    "Can!"


    "See you tonight!"


    "OK!"


    As soon as Guo Shouyun finished speaking, a blind tone for hanging up sounded in the receiver.


    "This is really a straight guy!" Shaking his head, Guo Shouyun opened the address book, found a number and dialed it.


    "boss!"


    "Will, help me check a person''s information!"


    "Who?"


    "Michael Barry, a resident neurosurgeon at Stanford University School of Medicine."


    "When do you want it?"


    "Six thirty this afternoon at the latest!"


    "Understood!"


    "I''m fine, go get busy!"


    "Okay, goodbye boss!"


    "goodbye!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun let out a sigh of relief.


    Will Harrington, who graduated with a master''s degree in information management from Columbia University, after the last chance encounter in New York, Guo Shouyun observed for half a year, plus Al Bevin''s evaluation, he was finally dug by him, Served as the leader of the strategic intelligence team directly under his secretarial department. It turned out that he was not wrong. Will Harrington has done a great job in this position.


    After finishing his own affairs, Guo Shouyun returned to Songtao Garden under the protection of bodyguards. After explaining the night to Molly, I drove out.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    The bodyguard''s reminder made Guo Shouyun come to his senses from the thick information about Michael Barry collected by Will Harrington.


    After pinching his eyebrows and relaxing his mind, he said, "A financial genius with Asperger''s disease!"


    Asperger''s disease, similar to autism, is generally characterized by social barriers, language communication difficulties, and rigid behavior. All in all, it''s lonely and out of place. But this disease also has another name: genius disease.


    Many famous people throughout history have had signs of Asperger''s, such as scientists Newton and Einstein; writers George Orwell and Wells; philosopher Wittgenstein; statesman Charles de Gaulle and US president Jefferson, etc. people. Some famous people are also diagnosed with Asperger''s disease after death, such as musician Beethoven, Mozart, fairy tale writer Hans Christian Andersen and philosopher Kant and so on.


    Glancing at the brightly lit Pierrot restaurant outside the car window, the upscale restaurant owned by the Peninsula Hotel in Chicago is clearly very popular, and through the bright tempered floor-to-ceiling glass, you can see how busy it is.


    After simply looking at it for a moment, Guo Shouyun walked down.


    "welcome!"


    Along with Miss Menying''s crisp voice, a golden beauty in a lady''s professional suit greeted her.


    "Sir, have you ever reserved a seat?"


    "Reserved! Table 16!"


    "Are you Mr. Guo?"


    "Yes!"


    "Please wait a moment, our waiter will take you there soon!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Not long after, a young girl in a white uniform walked over quickly and led Guo Shouyun to the seat of table 16.


    "Sir, would you like to order now?"


    "Wait a minute, my friend hasn''t arrived yet."


    "Okay! You can call us anytime when you order!"


    "thanks!"


    The waiter bowed slightly, then turned and walked down.


    Ten minutes before seven o''clock in the evening, Michael Barry''s figure appeared at the door of the restaurant.


    "here!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who raised his hand to greet him, the waiter gave up the question and let Michael Barry come over.


    "Hello, Mr. Barry!"


    "Hello!"


    After shaking hands, Michael Barry didn''t have any more greetings and sat down in front of Guo Shouyun. Guo Shouyun, who knew that he was not sociable, was not unhappy about it. Moreover, he also understands that the best way for this kind of person is to be straight.


    After being seated, the greeting waiter brought the menu and handed it to Michael Barry.


    "Mr. Barry, you order!"


    The latter was not polite, and ordered some dishes that he liked.


    After Guo Shouyun added a steak, he returned the menu.


    ��I didn''t expect Mr Barry to love Italian food!��


    Michael Barry nodded, "Can I look at the economic data you said about Argentina?"


    "I have brought the information, and it will be handed over to Mr. Barry when I leave in a while. Now, I''d rather talk to you about Sunshine Capital Company!"


    Michael Barry''s eyes flashed. Descendent Capital is a hedge fund he just launched in January this year. Named after a book he loved as a child, the fund''s first funding was $10,000 in compensation for his father''s misdiagnosed death in the hospital.


    However, this genius, who has long been concerned by some financial giants, has no shortage of investors. While Descendants Capital was busy looking for office space, Joel Greenblatt of Gotan Capital personally called and bought 25% of Descendants Capital��s subscription share for $100,000.


    In less than half a month, Michael Barry went from a debt-ridden medical school physician with a negative $105,000 net worth to a millionaire with a small outstanding loan, and he got insurance again. A phone call from the holding company White Mountain, whose CEO Jack Byrne invested $600,000 and promised an additional $100,000 later investment.


    Now Michael Barry''s Descendants Capital has become a hedge fund with $5.5 million in financial capital and 17 clients.


    "Mr. Guo intends to invest in us?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "What is the total share of funds raised by Descendants Capital that Mr. Barry expects?"


    "Our goal this year is 100 million!" Michael Barry didn''t hide it.


    "I personally can invest 100 million directly, and it is after tax!"


    "real?"


    Michael Barry was shocked.


    "certainly!"


    Michael Barry, though withdrawn, is no fool. After taking a deep breath, he calmed down the fluctuations in his heart.


    "Why? I didn''t know you before."


    "I really don''t know. But I have already heard of Mr. Barry''s name. Especially, I like to surf the Internet and often browse your blog. I am very impressed with Mr. Barry''s views on value investing and market analysis." After a pause , "So, I hope to have a deeper cooperation with Mr. Barry!"


    "What do you mean?" Michael Barry heard his overtones.


    "On behalf of the Thunder Fund, I invested 500,000 US dollars to acquire 80% of the equity of Sun Capital. After the acquisition, Leiting invested 100 million US dollars as the capital of Sun Capital. In addition, the operation of Sun Capital will be fully managed by Mr. Barry, unless continuous Loss of more than 20% in two years, otherwise I will not interfere with the operation of Sunshine Capital, which can be written into the acquisition contract! As for Mr. Barry''s own treatment, in addition to salary, there is also 2% of the fund''s net value every year. How about it? "


    Michael Barry became silent. Having a net worth of $500,000 in an instant is an irresistible temptation for him who has been poor for half his life. Although it is necessary to pay 80% of the equity of Sun Capital, the net assets of Sun Capital are now less than 200,000 US dollars. The deal is worth it anyway. Of course, what he needs to pay is the future of the company. But no one can predict the future, especially in the high-risk financial investment market. In addition, Guo Shouyun''s commitment to his management rights is also a moving point.


    "I hope you can add $5ooo in capital!"


    A smile appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face, "Yes! Are there any other conditions?"


    Michael Barry shook his head.


    Seeing this, Guo Shouyun took out two contracts from his briefcase.


    "This was drafted by me in the afternoon. Apart from the amount, Mr. Barry can put forward any other terms if he has any comments."


    After taking the document and opening it, Michael Barry frowned slightly, "Are you ready?"


    "I like Mr. Barry''s talent in investing, so be prepared for any opportunity to turn you into a partner!"


    Guo Shouyun''s compliments combined with his current status made him quite useful to Michael Barry.


    After carefully looking at the two contracts, everything was as Guo Shouyun said before, and there were no hidden traps, Michael Barry nodded.


    After Guo Shouyun filled in the acquisition funds and the amount of capital invested, the two signed their names on the positions of Party A and Party B respectively.


    After the two contracts were signed, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. It is indeed a joy to have this financial genius in the bag so smoothly.


    "Oh, that''s right." Guo Shouyun took out the documents in the bag and handed them over, "This is the Argentine economic information you need!"


    Michael Barry''s eyes lit up and he immediately took it.


    Seeing his impatient look, Guo Shouyun said, "Are you going to take the opportunity to buy more precious metals or oil?"


    In the futures market, gold and oil are basically positively correlated, and the magnitude of each rise and fall is basically similar.


    "No." Michael Barry shook his head, "I like to do value investing. Therefore, I am more interested in the stock and futures markets."


    After a pause, he glanced at the young man opposite, thinking that the other party would be his partner and investor in the future, Michael Barry did not continue to hide it.


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    Chapter 210 Wedding in Hawaii


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    "I need this information to estimate the probability of Argentina''s financial crisis. In addition, Argentina is the vane of the South American economy. Once her market collapses, the entire South American economy will be in turmoil. Affected by this, the US stock and futures markets also There will be an overall decline. The market will usher in an opportunity for adjustment, and whether you go short or long, you will get good returns.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, Michael Barry''s judgment was indeed correct. After the outbreak of the financial crisis in Argentina, the South American economy was indeed plunged into turmoil. Coupled with the blow of 9.11, the entire US economy was in decline until the real estate industry developed in o3.


    "What about Thunderbolt, continue to invest in gold?"


    "Gold futures investment is Lei Ting''s investment focus this year." Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Sir, your dishes are ready!"


    The waiter''s words interrupted the chat between the two.


    "OK, thanks!"


    "You''re welcome, please take your time!"


    "Wait a minute!" Just as the other party turned around, Guo Shouyun stopped him.


    "Is there any champagne?"


    "Yes. Mo?t, Veuve, Ligofia, Lansong, which one do you need?"


    "Two cups of triumph!"


    "Okay, please wait a moment!"


    Not long after, two glasses of Veuve Clicquot champagne were delivered.


    "Michael, congratulations on our becoming partners, I hope everyone can communicate with each other on investment in the future!"


    Michael Barry nodded, and after the two touched, each took a sip.


    "I prefer Coke to champagne!" Michael Barry frowned.


    "Haha, Michael, there are always occasions where Coke is not suitable!"


    After dinner, Wendy sent people to complete the details of the acquisition and investment with Descendants Capital Company the next day. Guo Shouyun, who introduced Rowling and the Ao Guanhai family, had brought Molly Bevin and the Rowling couple with him. flew to Hawaii.


    Although he has been fascinated by Hawaii as a resort for two lifetimes, this is the first time Guo Shouyun has come here.


    Compared to Neil and Rowling who were busy preparing for the wedding, Guo Shouyun only needed to be his best man, and he didn''t need to worry about the rest. Therefore, in the spare time, he and Molly enjoyed the two-person world with peace of mind.


    Of course, enjoyment is also a relative term. Every day he regularly finds time for corporate business, as well as following acquisitions of Pacific and Southern California by Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Citi and Bank of America. As for Apple, everything is as he expected. After taking a 60% controlling stake, Morgan and Goldman never sold him any more common stock. There are not many shares in the market. Although he had more funds in his hand, Guo Shouyun, who had a deeper consideration later, did not pay for the acquisition. He has no plans to buy even Amazon and eBay stocks.


    Before he can really get over the Enron crisis, he needs to ensure that he has enough liquidity in his hands. As for the opportunities to invest in Amazon, eBay, Oracle and other companies he is optimistic about, there will be many more opportunities in the future.


    "I really regret letting you be my best man!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, who looked extremely handsome and calm in a black suit, Neil Murray shook his head. Except for his height, he is really behind in all aspects in front of the opponent. The two stood together, and he instantly became a foil.


    "Haha, Neil. You insisted on asking Bruce to be the best man. You can''t regret it now!" Christopher laughed.


    The three remaining members of the best man group, who were also Neil Murray''s college colleagues, nodded in agreement. They don''t know Guo Shouyun and Christopher Ritter well, but they''d love to see their friends make some big jokes at the wedding.


    "Neil, I will occupy the back of the team when I''m on the stage, and promise not to steal your limelight!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Well, it''s too late to regret it now!" Neil Molly spread her hands and smiled.


    "Dong dong...!"


    With the knock on the door, the staff who provided services for the wedding knocked on the door and walked in.


    "Gentlemen, it''s almost time, it''s time for you to play."


    "Clap...!" Christopher clapped his hands and attracted everyone''s attention, "Everyone, let''s show our momentum and help Neil marry Rowling home!"


    "OK!"


    "no problem!"


    Amid the chorus of voices, everyone lined up according to the pre-arrangement and walked out under the guidance of the staff.


    Guo Shouyun walked last according to his words, but even so, after walking into the main wedding venue, which is the seaside church that American female writer Janet Foster loved most, he was still the focus of the female guests present. However, his eyes were all walking behind Rowling. He was wearing a long white off-shoulder dress and black lace-up high heels. He was tall and slender, with delicate facial features and smooth black length, exuding a strong classic, elegance and nobility. On the temperamental Molly Bevin.


    Although Rowling was the protagonist of this wedding, Molly Bevin, the bridesmaid, showed her charisma. When she walked out of the passage with Rowling slowly, most of the eyes were on her, and almost all the male guests present showed a look of surprise and longing.


    However, Molly Bevan''s gentle gaze was more on her lover than these attention-grabbing gifts. The two looked at each other, and after laughing at each other, they conveyed silent warmth, and everything was silent.


    "Bruce, honestly I''m jealous of you. Molly is so pretty! It''s a god-awful luck that you got her favor."


    Christopher, who was walking in front of Guo Shouyun, suddenly lowered his voice and turned around.


    Glancing at him proudly, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "I sincerely accept your jealousy and envy!"


    "You bastard!"


    Christopher pouted and said nothing.


    At this time, the priest was already officiating the wedding. The atmosphere in the church also became quiet.


    After exchanging rings and reciting their respective marriage vows, relatives and friends of both parties stood up and sprinkled some raw rice on them.


    In American custom, this means more children and more grandchildren, similar to the Chinese folk custom of sprinkling peanuts, melon seeds, longan and red dates on the newlyweds'' bed.


    Next was a grand reception banquet. After the big cake prepared by the wedding company was pushed up, Neil Molly and Rowling held a table knife and started to cut. Guo Shouyun and Molly Bevan both got a share.


    As for the later part of throwing flowers, Molly Bevin, who likes quietness and freedom, did not participate.


    "Bruce, shall we get out of here?"


    Although holding Guo Shouyun''s arm, he silently swore to the men around him that he had his own name, thus avoiding endless chats. But Molly Bevin didn''t like the naked eyes of these people. She is more eager to quietly enjoy the warm and sweet atmosphere with her lover.


    Guo Shouyun also felt the same as her.


    "Let''s go talk to Neil and Rowling."


    Molly Bevan nodded. Just after walking a few steps with my lover, my feet suddenly stopped.


    "What''s wrong?" Guo Shouyun hurriedly asked after turning his head and noticing her pale face.


    "I...wow...!"


    Molly Bevin, who was about to speak, suddenly vomited, and Guo Shouyun, who was in a panic, hurriedly helped her to the side of the flower bed, and there was no other place nearby.


    ''Papa'' patted Molly''s back rhythmically, hoping to relieve her lover''s discomfort.


    After noticing the situation here, Christopher hurried over.


    "Bruce, what happened to Molly?"


    Looking at Molly who was still vomiting, Guo Shouyun shook his head worriedly.


    "Sir, do you need help?"


    The wedding attendant also came over.


    "Please get me a glass of water!"


    "OK, just a second!"


    Not long after, the waiter came over with clear water. Guo Shouyun said thank you and handed it to Molly.


    After taking two sips, gargling, and squeezing her stomach, Molly Bevin felt much better.


    "Bruce, I''m fine!"


    The cautious and worried Guo Shouyun nodded, and immediately said: "Christopher, please tell Neil and Rowling, I''ll take Molly to the hospital Okay! Hand it over! me."


    "Bruce, I''m feeling better and don''t have to go to the hospital!"


    "No, I have to go!"


    From Chicago to Hawaii, Molly Bevin''s spirits have been bad. Guo Shouyun suggested several times to go to the hospital for a check, but she refused. This sudden vomiting made him unable to let it go.


    "Molly, let''s take a look. Otherwise, Bruce won''t be relieved!" Christopher advised.


    Hearing this, Molly Bevin''s heart warmed and she nodded at the worried look on her lover''s face.


    Seeing her promise, Guo Shouyun was also relieved.


    "Christopher, please!"


    "Don''t worry, I''ll tell Neil and Rowling."


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun helped Molly Bevin to turn and walk outside.


    Looking at their backs, Christopher stared for a moment, sighed slightly, and returned to the wedding scene to complete his entrustment.


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    Union Hospital Women''s Center, which is the second largest hospital in Hawaii after Queens Medical Center. It is a health center specializing in health examination, monitoring, health management and rehabilitation for women. Because of its professionalism, Guo Shouyun chose it.


    "Doctor, how are you?"


    The middle-aged female doctor in her forties glanced at him, "Is that your girlfriend inside?"


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded quickly.


    "Why didn''t you take her to see the doctor earlier?"


    Guo Shouyun''s heart slammed, and his face became pale, thinking that Molly had some serious illness, he stammered: "She...she...!"


    "She''s four months pregnant!"


    After seeing the tension and concern in his expression, the female doctor said directly.


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    Chapter 211 The happiest news


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    "boom��!"


    Guo Shouyun''s mind instantly exploded with a thunderclap.


    "Pregnant, you mean pregnant!"


    Excited, Guo Shouyun subconsciously stretched out his hands to grab the female doctor''s shoulder and shook it vigorously. With frequent boxing training and years of basketball career, the strength on his arms is amazing. In the case of emotional explosion, even if you don''t use all your strength, it''s almost the same.


    For a time, the middle-aged female doctor felt that her shoulders were about to be crushed.


    "Quick... let go!"


    "Sorry, doctor, I''m so excited, sorry...!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who bowed and apologized again and again, the middle-aged female doctor also knew that he was unintentional, so he had no temper. Of course, the attitude is not very good.


    "Okay, remember to pay at the front desk later. Also, bring your girlfriend to the hospital for regular check-ups."


    "Okay, okay!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded again and again.


    After the explanation, the female doctor turned around and left.


    And Guo Shouyun couldn''t wait to open the door and walked in. At this time, Molly Bevin, who had finished the examination, was already dressed. She obviously knew the news and was sitting on the bed waiting for Guo Shouyun''s arrival, or she wanted to get his attitude on this matter.


    "Molly, honey, you are amazing!"


    Excited and impulsive, Guo Shouyun instinctively wanted to pick up his lover for a few laps. But when he got close, he stopped again.


    "By the way, you have to be careful now, be careful...!"


    Seeing him staring at her belly cautiously, as if she was looking at some priceless jewels, Molly Bevin was relieved. Obviously, the father of the child is still responsible.


    "Bruce, do you like children?"


    "Of course, God knows how much I like it!" Guo Shouyun said excitedly.


    He has been over fifty years old in two lifetimes, and his love for children is from the heart. Moreover, deeply influenced by Chinese traditional thinking, he wished he could have a football team with Molly.


    "Then do you like girls or boys."


    "Girl!" Guo Shouyun blurted out. The girl is her father''s close-fitting padded jacket, so why not ask?


    "Then what if I have a boy?" Molly Bevan said beautifully.


    "Then give birth. Anyway, we can afford a few of your births."


    Molly Bevan had a happy smile on her face, and she didn''t think she was wrong.


    "Molly, you are amazing!"


    Guo Shouyun held the beauty''s beautiful face, and kissed her a few times on her smooth forehead.


    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a knock on the door.


    "Sir, ma''am, Dr. Leslie asked you to go to her office!" a female nurse said standing at the door.


    "Okay, we''ll go right away."


    After agreeing, Guo Shouyun immediately stretched out his hands to support his lover.


    "I''ll just go by myself."


    "No!" Guo Shouyun shook his head very firmly, "From today onwards, you are the key protection object of our family, and nothing is as important as you!"


    Seeing his firmness, Molly Bevan didn''t say anything more after being moved. The two supported and snuggled, and returned to the hotel where they stayed after finishing the rest of the hospital procedures.


    Shortly after returning to the hotel, Rowling, who left Neil Murray to handle the follow-up chores after the wedding, hurried in with Christopher Ritter.


    "Bruce, is Molly all right?" Christopher asked concerned.


    "fine!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head. At the same time, Rowling had bypassed him and walked directly into the room. Apparently she had planned to go to Molly to testify in person.


    "Why are you so happy?"


    Looking at his beaming look, Christopher said in surprise.


    "Haha! Christopher, let me tell you good news, I''m going to be a father soon!" Guo Shouyun, who was poked in his pride, said excitedly.


    "real?"


    After nodding vigorously, "Of course. The hospital report is still on the table in the room!"


    "That''s congratulations, Bruce!"


    "Ha ha ha ha!"


    Seeing his silly look, Christopher shook his head amusingly. But thinking about how he looked when he was a father for the first time, it seemed that he was not much better than the other party.


    Coming to the living room, Rowling, who has received the news, is happily sharing parenting lessons with Molly Bevan. They obviously have more topics to talk about.


    In the afternoon, Neil Murray, who had finished handling the wedding chores, came over. Of course, Guo Shouyun received another blessing.


    "By the way, when are you going to get married?" Rowling asked.


    After Guo Shouyun and Molly Bevan looked at each other, the latter said, "I have discussed it with Bruce, and I plan to wait until the child is born."


    "That''s fine. It will take at least a month or two to prepare for the wedding. By then, your belly will be big and it will be inconvenient to move around, so you might as well wait!" Rowling sighed after speaking, "If it weren''t for ours The invitations are all gone, and I also want to get married after giving birth to this."


    "Bruce, Molly is pregnant now, are you going to take her back to San Francisco?" Christopher asked.


    "I haven''t considered this." Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment and then shook his head.


    "Let''s stay in Exeter, so we two pregnant women can communicate with each other. Otherwise, in a completely unfamiliar environment in San Francisco, there is no one to talk to, and I will be suffocated to death!" Rowling hurriedly said.


    Looking at the desire in Molly Bevan''s eyes, Guo Shouyun clearly read out her wish to stay in the UK and in the familiar environment of Exeter.


    "Well, it looks like I''m going to be a trapeze this year!" Guo Shouyun said helplessly. He foresaw that the day when his career and family would run away from each other was coming.


    "Bruce, or... I''d better go to San Francisco!" Molly hesitated. She was reluctant to see her lover running and tired.


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Molly, now you are the most important. I''m young and in good health. Besides, the United States and the United Kingdom are not too far away."


    "Bruce, I think you should buy a private jet. With your current wealth, you''re not afraid that you can''t afford it. This will greatly save your time and energy!" Christopher suggested.


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun nodded. For a long time, he did not have much pursuit of luxuries such as private jets and private yachts. But now that he has used it, he is not stingy with money.


    "By the way, Neil, Rowling, please help us find a bigger house in Essect."


    "No problem, leave it to us! In addition, we will also contact the hospital and midwives for you." Neil Murray responded.


    "Thank you!"


    "You''re welcome. We''re good friends!"


    Compared with Rowling, Neil Murray has a better impression of Guo Shouyun. Last year, because of the insistence of the other party, he made a huge income of tens of millions from the Thorn Bird Publishing Company. Now, compared with Rowling, he finally has no shortcomings.


    Staying in Hawaii for three days, after Neil Murray and Rowling get their wedding details sorted out. In addition to Christopher returning to New York to continue to manage the Bramble Bird Publishing Company, the family and friends of the two, together with Guo Shouyun and Molly Bevin, flew to the UK.


    Because Rowling has been pregnant for more than four months, for the sake of the safety of the child in the womb, they did not choose to go on their honeymoon after the wedding.


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    "Bruce, this time I see that the house is the ancestral property of the Gray family. It was built in the 1880s, English style, marble structure, covering an area of ??12.73 hectares. There are 24 rooms and 3 storage rooms. The external facilities include gardens, swimming pools , tennis courts, golf courses and horse farms, as well as two natural lakes, a vineyard, a plantation, and a small forest. The total value is 7500000 pounds!�� Neil Murray introduced.


    After coming to the UK and settling Maury Bevan at Bevan''s house in Exeter, Guo Shouyun''s first job was to find a house. Otherwise, he would always be living with his father-in-law, and he would feel really awkward.


    However, Exeter''s city is not large and its population is not very mobile. Therefore, it is not easy to find a satisfactory property The ancestral home of the Gray family that he is looking at today is already the ninth property he has seen. The front ones are either too small, or too old, or just out of place. In addition, this Gray family ancestral home is not very suitable. As a temporary residence, it is too big. But compared to the others, this is not a big problem.


    Guo Shouyun flipped through the exquisite album provided by the real estate agency, "From this point of view, she is quite beautiful. But the house with a history of more than 100 years, I don''t know how the interior decoration is? If it is too bad, I have to rebuild it. Renovation, that''s a hassle!"


    "This is indeed a problem. Moreover, from the feedback from the intermediary company, the ancestral home of the Gray family has been listed for two years. After two years, the maintenance of the house can be imagined."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Let''s wait and see when we get there."


    The car continued to drive forward for about half an hour, and soon there was a shadow of a vast manor shaded by lush trees outside the car window. As the distance shortened, the manor became clearer, and when the car drove to the door, it finally revealed the mysterious veil covering itself.


    Perhaps because of the news in advance, when the convoy arrived in front of the manor, the black wrought iron gate with a width of more than 4 meters slowly opened to both sides. The four-meter-wide main road of the manor, which is paved with soft goose stones and leads directly to the main building of the manor, is presented in front of Guo Shouyun.


    Every three meters on both sides of this main road, there is a one-meter-high flower bed with a diameter of about 8o centimeters. Some flowers that Guo Shouyun did not know were planted inside the flower bed. They bloomed in the warm spring of Exeter, and they were colorful and attractive. Love, just because of the relationship that may be left unattended for a long time, showing a hint of wildness.


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    Chapter 212 Gray Manor


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    The scenery on both sides of the flower bed is different. On the right side are two rows of scattered, thick and tall trees, including ginkgo, triangular maple, oak, etc.; through the gap between the trees, you can vaguely see a large lawn behind, and a A large lake.


    On the left side of the flower bed on the main road is a flower wall about two meters high. However, from the information provided by the intermediary company, Guo Shouyun knew that behind it was a plant maze, a landscape that often appeared in English-style manors.


    The car drove forward along the main road paved with cobblestones. After about 50 meters, a stone bridge about 10 meters wide appeared in front of you. Below the stone bridge is a meandering river. One side of the river is connected to the lake on the right, and the other side bypasses the main building of the manor and connects to another larger lake behind.


    After crossing the stone bridge and passing through the shrub isolation zone, a marble-paved square appeared in front of Guo Shouyun with a square of about 500 square meters. In the center of the square is a large fountain with a diameter of more than 40 meters. In the center of the fountain are three marble sculptures standing on flower beds, about two meters high, each with a different image.


    One of them is a naked young woman holding a crock pot, the other two are a female sculpture holding a conch, and a female marble sculpture carrying a flower basket. The clear water flowed out from the pot, the conch and the flower basket respectively, and fell into the fountain in three different levels: high, medium and low. At the same time, eight open-mouthed fish-shaped sculptures in the corners of the fountain spew out eight crystal water columns, falling into the marble flower beds at the feet of the three female sculptures, forming a loop.


    You can imagine how heart-wrenching it is when the water reflects the sunlight and emits beautiful colorful lights in the bright spring sunshine.


    Of course, at this point it''s just imagination. Because there has long been no water flow in the entire fountain, the traces of wind and rain erosion on the three sculptures are even more obvious.


    To the inside of the fountain is the main building of the entire manor. It has a typical English style, with pale yellow exterior walls, and the marble walls do not have the gorgeous sculptures of French architecture; most of the roofs are flat, except for a few sloping roofs, unlike the Gothic style. Has that impressive spire.


    The whole main building is probably in the shape of a ''convex'', with three floors up and down, which is somewhat similar to the Lime Manor that Guo Shouyun once visited.


    After the car stopped, the intermediary company representatives who were waiting in front of the main building immediately greeted them. After Guo Shouyun and Neil Murray got out of the car, they enthusiastically stretched out their right hand.


    "Mr. Murray, Mr. Guo, you are welcome. I am William Hills, a representative of Kenton Real Estate."


    "Hello, Mr. Hills!"


    Simply shook hands and said hello.


    "Two gentlemen, this is Simpson Ward, the steward of Gray Manor. Mr. Ward has worked here for 30 years and is very familiar with every plant and tree in this manor. What do you two need to know? Just ask him."


    Guo Shouyun looked at the typical British butler wearing a black suit, a red bow tie around his neck, gray hair, and a serious expression in his expression. After thinking for a while, he asked, "Has Mr. Ward been at Gray Manor?"


    Glancing at him, "My grandfather, my father, until me, three generations of the Ward family have dedicated their time and years to Gray Manor."


    There was a touch of respect in Guo Shouyun''s expression. The position is not high or low, and people who can work in one position for decades are worthy of admiration.


    "I beg your pardon to show us the whole manor."


    Old Ward nodded, and after hearing the respect in Guo Shouyun''s tone, his expression softened a lot.


    "Are the two gentlemen going inside first, or outside now?"


    "Bruce, what do you think?" Neil Murray asked.


    "Go inside first!"


    "Please come with me!"


    Old Ward nodded and led the group to walk into the interior of the main building by stepping on the quaint steps washed by the rain for hundreds of years.


    After crossing the threshold, what appeared in front of Guo Shouyun was a magnificent hall of more than 300 square meters. The height of the hall is nearly 5 meters, there is no pillar in the middle, and the top of the hall has a unique ceiling and gorgeous crystal chandeliers. In particular, the largest set of chandeliers in the middle is more than one meter up and down and more than 1.2 meters in diameter, which is extraordinarily luxurious.


    Under the bright lights, the whole hall looks brilliantly lit. The reliefs, tapestries and oil paintings on the surrounding walls are also under the light, shining with a different charm, setting off the extra luxury and elegance of the whole hall.


    In addition, directly opposite the hall is a wide staircase connecting the second floor. On both sides of the stairs are three-meter-wide, domed corridors.


    "This hall was where the Gray family held banquets. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when the family was prosperous, celebrities and gentlemen in British politics were regular visitors here, and even Edward VII stayed here. The paintings on the walls are all around. All the ancestral portraits of the Gray family!"


    Looking at those oil paintings, Guo Shouyun felt a heavy history, and Liu Yuxi''s "Wuyi Alley" could not help but emerge in his mind: the wild grass and flowers beside the Suzaku Bridge, the sunset at the entrance of Wuyi Alley; into the homes of ordinary people. No matter how prosperous the family is, there are times when it declines.


    "Isn''t this place cleaned carefully for a long time?" Guo Shouyun asked, noticing the dust on some sculptures and tapestries.


    Old Ward nodded, "In the entire Gray Manor, including me, there are only five old servants over fifty years old who are reluctant to leave. It is our greatest ability to barely keep this place intact."


    "What about the original members of the Gray family?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "Dead, let''s go. The only person who can inherit the manor is still in the prison in London." Old Ward sighed in disappointment.


    Looking at him, Guo Shouyun frowned and turned his eyes to William Hills next to him.


    "Mr. Hills, there won''t be any disputes over property rights in this manor, right?"


    "Mr. Guo rest assured that the inheritance of the Gray Manor is in the hands of Bowen Gray, a descendant of the Gray family. He was imprisoned in London''s No. 7 Prison for theft three years ago. This manor was entrusted to us by him two years ago. , we have the complete entrustment contract and real estate certificate in hand.��


    "There is such a large manor in the name, and it is still stolen?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise.


    "Who knows, anyway, he broke into the vault of the Swiss bank and allegedly stole a priceless painting of Raphael." William Hills shrugged.


    "Raphael''s oil painting?"


    After secretly surprised, Guo Shouyun attributed it to the bad taste of the children of the shabby nobles, and did not ask more.


    Behind, under the leadership of Old Ward, a group of people visited most of the rooms in the main building. Except for a few rooms, most of them were covered with thick dust, and many beds and soft liners needed to be replaced. This situation made Guo Shouyun not very satisfied, because the decoration took a lot of time, and the formaldehyde problem was also his concern.


    However, all dissatisfaction disappeared when they came to the three storage rooms located underground. Although the red wine stored in the wine storage room does not have the famous first-class wineries such as Marg and Lafite, it is also the genuine brand of the second and third Bordeaux wineries. The key is that the years are good. Plus some champagne, brandy, etc., the number of thousands of bottles is enough for Guo Shouyun for a long time.


    Compared with the wine storage room, one of the storage rooms of about 380 square meters is the biggest surprise. Looking at the shelves filled with dazzling Chinese porcelain, plates, bowls, bottles, cans, all kinds of shapes, I am afraid there are no less than 10,000 pieces.


    "These are the collections of the Gray family. From James Gray to Wells Gray, three of the Gray family served as British consuls in the Qing Dynasty; five of them were engaged in business in the Qing Dynasty and later the Republic of China; they were all madly obsessed with Chinese The artwork, especially the porcelain, is something they''ve accumulated over the years," explained Ward Sr.


    "Can I take a look at it in detail?" Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    "certainly!"


    With permission, Guo Shouyun picked up a blue and white plum vase with a lotus pattern about 20 centimeters high from the nearest shelf Of course, his porcelain appreciation level is only at the entry level, and he cannot see it at all. out it''s true and false. So, after a brief look at it, I opened the bottom. The six-character regular script inscription "Daqing Jiaqing Year System" caught my eye.


    After putting down the plum bottle, he took some general jars, large plates, Gezun, porcelain pots, etc., and found that most of these porcelains were porcelain from the four dynasties of Jiaqing, Daoguang, Xianfeng and Guangxu. Few, even if there are some fine folk kilns. But this is also a matter of course. If it is really high-priced porcelain, I am afraid that the descendants of the Gray family have already taken it to the auction market for trading.


    But even so, Guo Shouyun was not disappointed in the slightest, but very happy. Don''t look at most of these china now between a few hundred to a thousand or two thousand pounds. Even if it all adds up to a few million to ten million pounds. But ten years later, when China''s economy develops and the collection boom is rolling in, the price of these porcelains will be dozens or even hundreds of times the current price.


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun''s determination to buy this manor instantly firmed up.


    "Mr. Ward, if I buy this manor, will these works of art also belong to me?"


    "Yes!" The latter nodded. "According to Master Bowen''s power of attorney, after the sale of Gray Manor, everything here belongs to Mr. Guo!"


    In fact, the truly valuable parts of the Gray family''s collection were gradually auctioned off in the 1950s, when the family began to decline. The rest are due to the high fees of the auction house, the large number and low value of the collection, and the limited market, so all the remaining collections are defective. Simply sell it as a tie-in to latecomers, at least without paying a high handling fee to the auction house.


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 Chapter 213： to New York

    Chapter 213 Back to New York &1t;/


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    Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction. If nothing else, the value of these porcelain wares far surpassed the entire manor in his eyes. &1t;/


    The third storage room is larger, about 800 square meters. However, compared to the previous two storage rooms, it is divided into compartments of about 50 square meters in size. There are some Chinese paintings, sculptures, jades, traditional works of art from America and Southeast Asia, as well as some European sculptures and oil paintings, and of course Egyptian and Middle Eastern works of art. There are thousands of pieces. Of course, like the previous porcelain, most of them are not very valuable now, but there is a lot of room for appreciation in the future. &1t;/


    The back side of the manor covers a wider area, with lakes, forests, plantations, gardens, horse farms, golf courses, tennis courts and basketball courts. However, most of the facilities have been dilapidated because of no repairs for a long time. The stables next to the horse farm were covered with dust, and the plantations had long been engulfed by weeds. The grass in the lawn has grown to knee-high. Standing on the steps next to it, I surveyed it. Rabbits and falcons rose and fell inside, making it a paradise for wild animals. &1t;/


    "Bruce, if you really plan to buy this manor, I''m afraid it will cost a lot of money for the renovation." Neil Murray said. &1t;/


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Mr. Hills, it seems that we need to discuss the price of the whole manor!"&1t;/


    Hearing the purchase intention in his words, William Hills showed excitement in his eyes. If Gray Manor can be sold, then his commission will be extremely rich. &1t;/


    "Mr. Guo, our Kenton company will offer you the best price!"&1t;/


    In the bargaining that followed, the two sides, of course, showed their abilities. However, it is clear that William Hills, who is on the intermediary side, lacks confidence. After all, Grey Manor is in a near-abandoned state and it hasn''t been sold for two years, and the ��7500,000 price is clearly exorbitant. After compromise and concession, the two sides finally reached a deal at a price of 4.64 million pounds. &1t;/


    "Mr. Guo, our company also cooperates with many companies in decoration, garden design and sculpture restoration. They are professional companies with rich experience in the industry for many years. If you need, I can contact you." &1t;/


    The restoration of Gray Manor is a big project, which contains huge profits, and William Hills certainly doesn''t mind earning another brokerage fee. &1t;/


    Guo Shouyun was well aware of his plans. But he didn''t have any distaste for it, because strictly speaking, he was the same person as William Hills. It''s just that the profits he is chasing are tens of thousands of times larger than those of the other party. &1t;/


    "As long as the company you introduced can satisfy me, I don''t mind handing over all the renovation work here!"&1t;/


    William Hills was overjoyed, "You can rest assured that I will find the most professional company for you."&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and turned his eyes to the lonely old Ward who was looking at the whole manor. &1t;/


    "Mr. Ward, what are your plans for the future?"&1t;/


    "Plan?"&1t;/


    Old Ward had a dazed look on his face. Having worked for the Gray family, or the Gray Manor all his life, he was used to everything here and never thought that he would leave here one day. &1t;/


    "I hope you will continue to work at Bevin Manor if you wish!"&1t;/


    "Bevin Manor?"&1t;/


    "Bevin is my fiancee''s surname, and I bought this manor for her!" Guo Shouyun said. &1t;/


    After nodding clearly, Old Ward confirmed again: "Do you mean that I can continue to work here?"&1t;/


    "Yes! Also, I would like to entrust you with the restoration of the manor. After all, you know everything here best."&1t;/


    "Thank you!"&1t;/


    Old Ward said with a hint of excitement in his eyes. &1t;/


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took out a business card from his jacket pocket and handed it over. &1t;/


    "Call the number above if anything happens!"&1t;/


    "Okay!" After nodding, after a moment of hesitation, Old Ward continued, "Sir, other people in the manor...?"&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun understood what he meant, "You can call them all over."&1t;/


    Old Ward nodded, and quickly took out his mobile phone and started calling the remaining servants in Gray Manor. It didn''t take long for the remaining six people in the huge manor to arrive. Moreover, including old Ward, they are all old guys over fifty or even sixty. &1t;/


    "Sir, this is Baggins, the gardener of the manor!"&1t;/


    A white old man wearing suspenders and jeans with a messy head bowed cautiously towards Guo Shouyun. &1t;/


    "This is Heidi, and his husband Alexander. Heidi is the cook, and Alexander is the handyman." Later, Old Ward introduced two grizzled old women who were the cleaners of the manor. ��&1t;/


    "This is Mr. Bruce Guo, and Mr. Guo will be the owner of the entire manor in the future!"&1t;/


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"&1t;/


    The five looked at the young Guo Shouyun in awe and greeted respectfully. &1t;/


    After nodding, his deep eyes slowly swept over the five people, Guo Shouyun said: "I know that you have worked for Gray Manor all your life and have deep feelings for this place. Although the entire manor has been sold to me now, but I will not drive you away inhumanely."&1t;/


    "Thank you, Mr. Guo!"&1t;/


    "Thank you for your kindness!"��&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand to calm them down, "However, if you make mistakes that you shouldn''t make in your future work, I will still punish you if you should."&1t;/


    With more than a year of management experience, Guo Shouyun, who is well versed in the management of clear rewards and punishments, announced the first rule of his new owner. &1t;/


    "...Also, each of you will have a weekly after-tax salary of 3oo pounds in the future, and Ward is responsible for the specific salary!"&1t;/


    The old servants, who had no idea what their salary was for nearly two years, once again offered their gratitude and praise to Guo Shouyun. More sincere than the previous two times. &1t;/


    After appeasing everyone, Guo Shouyun left a check of 50,000 pounds to Old Ward to let him temporarily maintain the expenses of the manor, and then returned to Kenton Company with William Hills to complete the house purchase contract. &1t;/


    Everything that followed proved how correct Guo Shouyun''s decision to keep Old Ward was. This old man who has worked in the Bevan Manor for a lifetime has very rich management experience. Under his arrangement, the restoration of the entire manor is in good order, and Guo Shouyun does not need to worry about it at all. &1t;/


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    "Sister, when was my little nephew born?"&1t;/


    Al Bevan looked at the old sister''s belly, which had begun to round, with a curious look on her face. &1t;/


    "The doctor said the due date is in September!"&1t;/


    Sitting on the chair, touching her abdomen with her hands, feeling the clearer rhythm in it, Molly Bevin''s face was filled with the radiance of motherhood. &1t;/


    "September? So you got pregnant when you were in Greece last year?" said Olivia Eisley, who followed Al Bevan to visit her best friend and boyfriend''s sister. &1t;/


    "...I didn''t expect to be on guard against all odds, but let that guy succeed!"&1t;/


    "Olivia, it''s not a good thing to speak ill of people behind your back!" With the voice, Guo Shouyun, wearing an apron and holding a porcelain bowl, came out of the kitchen. &1t;/


    "What''s behind, I''m speaking honestly."&1t;/


    Too lazy to bother with her, Guo Shouyun brought the bowl in front of Molly, "Baby, try my black chicken soup, which is specially made for you!"&1t;/


    "I already drank a bowl just now, can I not drink this bowl?" Molly frowned slightly and said delicately. It''s not that she''s full, but that the tasteless black chicken soup really doesn''t taste much. &1t;/


    "No. This bowl must be finished. You are two now." Guo Shouyun said firmly. &1t;/


    "But it''s too bland. Can''t you add some salt?"&1t;/


    "No. The soup can''t be too salty, especially for pregnant women. Be good, I''ll drink the rest after I finish the last bowl." Guo Shouyun coaxed. &1t;/


    As soon as a woman becomes pregnant, their IQ and EQ drop rapidly due to the disorder of the endocrine system. The same is true of Molly Bevan, who is afraid of the indifferent temperament. Therefore, now the two of them get along, especially when Guo Shouyun gave her food supplements according to his old Huaxia routine, he really had a sense of coaxing a child. Moreover, over time, the two have become accustomed to this way of getting along. &1t;/


    But they are used to it, the two people on the side are not used to it. &1t;/


    "Oh, when did the two of you become like this. How sour!" Although Olivia was envious in her heart, she was not polite. &1t;/


    "Sister, Bruce, I can''t stand you. Ollie, let''s go down!"&1t;/


    After Al Bevan finished speaking, he pulled Olivia and walked out. &1t;/


    After the two left, Guo Shouyun and Molly Bevan looked at each other and smiled, and tacitly finished the chicken soup in the bowl. &1t;/


    After putting the empty bowl on the table next to him Guo Shouyun sat down beside his lover, and while he stretched out his arms to wrap his arms around the other''s shoulder, Molly Bevan also naturally leaned against his. shoulders. &1t;/


    Feeling the warmth passed on silently to each other, Guo Shouyun hesitated and said, "Molly, I may have to go back to the United States tomorrow."&1t;/


    "Company thing?"&1t;/


    "Yeah!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "I will finish it as soon as possible and come back to accompany you!"&1t;/


    "I know. But you don''t have to worry too much. There''s Dad here, and Rowling, it''s all right!"&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun''s heart was moved by the beauty''s understanding, and his cheeks were pressed against the other''s show, and the two sides got closer. &1t;/


    "By the way, the Bevin Manor is almost finished. You can go and have a look when you have time. If you don''t like something, tell Ward and let him find a decoration company to modify it."&1t;/


    "I know."&1t;/


    After explaining Molly Bevin and having dinner with Al Bevin and Old Bevin in the evening, Guo Shouyun took a plane back to the United States the next morning. But instead of going back to San Francisco directly, he went to New York first. And met here with representatives of Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi and Bank of America. &1t;/


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 Chapter 214： refuse to budge

    Chapter 214 refuses to budge


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    "Whoa...!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who was flipping through the pieces, Stephen Bryan, John Schwarzman, Paul Turner, and Jolia Moyin exchanged glances with each other, and then focused their attention on the serious and serious young man again. personal. !


    After reading the complicated acquisition agreement between the Pacific and Southern California companies, Guo Shouyun put down the information, straightened out a few points of concern in his mind, and looked up at everyone.


    ��I approve of the total purchase price of Southern California Edison Electric Company of $2.2 billion. But the price of Pacific Electric Power and Gas Company of $3.58 billion is too high. Their loss value has reached $13.8 billion, and they are almost on the verge of bankruptcy. I Don''t feel like that''s what they''re worth right now. Also, both companies have a loan coming due in May, which adds up to $1.52 billion. If you count that loan, my acquisition would be more expensive. So... Pacific Power & Gas The company should have a more reasonable price point."


    After the four Stephen Bryan exchanged opinions, "What price does Mr. Guo think is more reasonable?"


    "Up to $2.5 billion, can''t go any higher!"


    Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "Mr. Guo, you need to understand that Pacific Power and Gas has 112,000 circuit miles of transmission lines, 49 transmission switching substations, 506 substations; and 15,400 circuit miles of interconnected transmission lines and 72 transmission substations. The natural gas system includes distribution pipelines. About 32,800 miles, about 5,700 miles of backbone network and local transmission pipelines, as well as various storage equipment. It has 21 power plants such as nuclear energy, hydropower, fossil fuels, solar photovoltaics, etc., and the largest electric utility in the United States with a power generation capacity of 10.37 million kwh Enterprise. Although she is facing difficulties now, the price of $2.5 billion is lower than it is actually worth, and the shareholders and management of Pacific Corporation will never agree to this price!" John Schwarzman shook his head.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun actually knew that, even if there was room to lower the price. These Wall Street giants who have been calculating themselves may not necessarily implement them seriously. However, judging from the feedback from lawyer George Davis who participated in the entire acquisition negotiation on his behalf, Paul Lehman, head of the PE department of Phoenix Capital, and Kane Warner, Qin Zhicheng''s deputy, in all negotiations, Goldman Sachs and Morgan are still considered Responsible.


    "Mr. Schwarzman, it is because of these that I made an offer of 2.5 billion US dollars. Otherwise, why would I spend huge sums of money to acquire a company that is on the verge of bankruptcy?" Guo Shouyun was unmoved.


    It is not him who is really worried now, but the shareholders of Pacific Power and Gas. Because once a company goes bankrupt, the first thing that needs to be repaid is employee salaries and pensions, followed by bank loans and corporate bonds issued by the company. As for the stock, if you are lucky, you can get some back, but if you are unlucky, it will be worthless.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s resolute attitude, John Schwarzman couldn''t help frowning. Now that it is late April, the execution of the entire Hound program has been dragged on for too long, and as the target''s strength continues to grow, the plan''s feasibility is gradually decreasing. He... has become a little anxious.


    "Mr. Guo has plenty of funds. If we can increase the base of 2.5 billion US dollars, I think we will be more confident to convince the shareholders and management of Pacific." Paul Turner said.


    "Sorry, $2.5 billion is my final price. If Pacific''s shareholders and management think they can''t accept it, then I am willing to give up Pacific and only acquire Southern California!" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    Anyway, now that he has a controlling stake in Apple, the company he values ??most, he is less anxious about Southern California and the Pacific.


    "Mr. Guo, if you give up the acquisition, you will have to pay at least $200 million in liquidated damages!" Jolia Mo Yin said.


    "I know. But from the innocent investment of nearly 1 billion US dollars, the loss of 200 million US dollars is even smaller." Guo Shouyun shrugged.


    For his lack of oil and salt, Stephen Bryan and John Schwarzman frowned together.


    The meeting is obviously not going to go on here. Stephen Bryan and others, who were going to discuss new strategies, proposed to adjourn the meeting. Guo Shouyun didn''t say much about this, and personally sent them away from the Phoenix headquarters in Manhattan, New York.


    "Boss, are you really going to give up on acquiring Pacific Ocean?" William Zhang asked.


    "of course not!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "I promised to bring changes to California''s public services in front of all California lawmakers back then. If I give up now, wouldn''t I have broken my promise!"


    "Then you just...?"


    "This is a research report of the Pacific Company made by me, you can see it!"


    After taking the information in Guo Shouyun''s hand and carefully flipping through it, William Zhang said in surprise, "Is Pacific Company already in such an embarrassing situation?"


    "The employees of Pacific Company have not been paid for three months, which means that its internal funds have been embarrassed to the extreme, and maybe the next second this public utility giant will collapse. So, if I were his shareholder, I would definitely Sell ??your stop losses while the company''s stock is still worth a bit of money."


    William Zhang nodded in agreement.


    "How about the acquisition of Anshuo Company?" Guo Shouyun asked instead.


    "Carol Lusmi has agreed to sell us 47.8% of his shares in Anshuo for $580 million. The agreement has now been initialed, and the official contract will be signed on April 28."


    "With Carol Lusmi''s equity, plus the 10.3% we currently hold, most of the acquisition of Anshuo has been completed!"


    "Yes!"


    William Zhang nodded. He knew that for Anshuo Company, Guo Shouyun wanted a wholly-owned acquisition.


    "By the way, boss. Carol Ruthmi would like to meet you!"


    "Meet?"


    William Zhang nodded affirmatively.


    "Do you know why?"


    "It''s not clear yet, but he once asked me about Thunder!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, "It seems that Lei Ting, the golden egg, is more and more attractive."


    "It''s not just the Thunder. After Carol Lusmi retires, he has more than 800 million in the money he earned from us. Obviously, this money will not be put in the bank."


    "What? You want to make an asset management plan for him?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Of course, we do this. Moreover, I also believe that the boss can pull this customer!"


    "You bastard, you always think about making ideas on me!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Hehe, who makes the boss powerful and charming!"


    "Looking at your useful tout, I agree. You can arrange the specific time!"


    "Yes!"


    After learning about the specific operation of Phoenix Company from William Zhang, Guo Shouyun returned to his residence in New York.


    Accompanied by Rudy Mueller, he walked into the underground storage room and looked at the oil painting of "Salvator Mundi", one of Daffin''s sixteen authentic works, which had been completely restored and completely transformed into that image, and his face showed admiration. color.


    "Boss, Professor Parson Fred said that the artistic level of this oil painting is very high, and it may be the original work of Da Finn, so he hopes that you can invite experts in this field to make a professional appraisal for it." Rudy Muller Road.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, of course he knew the authenticity of the painting. However, if you want to truly change the value of the painting, you need more than just his approval.


    "Professor Fred is an expert in this field. Let him recommend some scholars and experts who have in-depth research on Da Finn''s works. We will pay for the expenses!"


    "clear!"


    At this moment, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone rang. Pressing the answer button, Wendy''s voice came.


    "Boss, Qin is here!"


    "Take him to the study, I''ll be there soon!"


    "Rudy, you are still responsible for the identification and protection of The Savior. Please notify me in time."


    After nodding, there was a hint of hesitant expression on his face.


    "What, is there something else?"


    "Boss, can I go to Yulin Island after the "Savior" appraisal is completed?"


    From wasting time here all day and doing almost nothing, he prefers the life that is similar to the military on Yulin Island. What''s even more irritating is that this bastard, Matthew, sends pictures of him in his mailbox every day when he is training those newbies, and he can''t bear it.


    "Can."


    He could somewhat guess Rudy''s mind, so he didn''t refuse.


    "thank you boss!"


    "No, it''s good to finish the work I handed you carefully."


    "Don''t worry, I will protect this oil painting." Rudy patted his chest and assured himself.


    ��


    When he came to the study, the first thing he saw was Wendy standing beside him. Wearing a black business suit and a white lapel shirt, the beauty is still tall, plump and beautiful, and her expression is the same as before. But Guo Shouyun saw a trace of sadness in her eyes that she tried to hide.


    Of course he knew the source of this sadness, but he couldn''t change it. After all, there is only one person who can be his wife.


    "boss!"


    Qin Zhicheng''s greeting interrupted Guo Shouyun''s complicated emotions Sit down! "


    After waving her hand, Wendy sat down on the sofa in the reception area, and after serving tea for the two of them, Wendy turned around and walked out.


    After glancing at her back, Guo Shouyun picked up his mood and said solemnly, "How much is the amount of ''credit default swap'' bonds in your hand now?"


    "Currently, there are 2.49 billion US dollars, 1.32 billion for WorldCom, 740 million for Arthur Andersen, and the least for Enron, only 430 million US dollars. All are 3A-rated bonds with the highest credit."


    "Who is the seller?" Guo Shouyun said


    "American International Group accounts for 80%, and the rest are mainly Indymac and Wachovia."


    After nodding his head clearly, "Don''t give the rest of the ''credit default swaps'' to American International Group, but also buy more from ******, Citigroup, and Bank of America to diversify the risk!"

 Chapter 215： worst news

    Chapter 215 The worst news


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    Guo Shouyun held revenge. Morgan, Citi, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, and Enron got together to create a "hound plan" against him. Naturally, he couldn''t just passively be beaten. Of course, even if the credit default swaps of a few big companies are lost, it will only hurt them, and it will still damage the foundation of these financial giants. But it doesn''t matter, wait until the subprime mortgage crisis to settle the ledger together with them.


    Qin Zhicheng nodded, "By the way, boss, the people I sent from Goldman Sachs are also buying Enron''s ''credit default swaps''."


    "People from Goldman Sachs?" Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows.


    "Yes!"


    "These guys are really smart!"


    Guo Shouyun also finds it difficult to deal with the investment bank that is the most cunning on Wall Street and has successfully survived the subprime mortgage crisis.


    "Did they buy the credit default swaps on WorldCom and Arthur Andersen''s bonds?"


    "No!"


    Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. The CDS bonds of WorldCom and Arthur Andersen are what he really values ??compared to Enron, which already has a $3.12 billion short.


    "Accelerate action and strive to buy all WorldCom and Arthur Andersen CDS within three months."


    "clear!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun looked at the cadres who he was relying more and more on, "Old Qin, Leiting Fund already has a group focusing on precious metal futures. Now I plan to set up another one focusing on stock and bond markets, as well as financial Derivatives group. Enron''s short positions and the CDS bonds of WorldCom, Arthur Andersen and Enron you are buying now belong to this group''s assets; for each transaction in the group in the future, the group members can get 1% of the net profit as a bonus. The leader can get 0.3% of it." After a pause, "...Are you interested in being the leader of this group?"


    Qin Zhicheng is naturally interested in becoming a member of Guo Shouyun''s most mysterious and most profitable Thunder Fund. However, he can''t be the bare commander in the past.


    "Then my current team...?"


    "Naturally, I will follow you. In the future, my private equity investment and corporate mergers and acquisitions will be handled by Phoenix Corporation! You and your team will focus on high-risk speculative fields. This is a battlefield between heaven and hell. ...are you willing to accept the challenge?"


    After Qin Zhicheng took a deep breath, he said solemnly, "Boss, I am willing!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction, and then said solemnly: "Since you agreed, then I''ll be the first to speak. If you don''t do well, I will fire you without hesitation and let someone more capable take the place. "


    "Yes! However, I don''t think I will give you this chance!" Qin Zhicheng said to himself.


    "Haha, I like your confidence!"


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just then, there was a sudden knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    "Boss, Mr. Stephen Bryan, the COO of Goldman Sachs, is here!" Wendy pushed in the door and said.


    "Why is he here?" Guo Shouyun frowned, "Is there any reason?"


    "No!"


    "Where is he now?"


    "Still outside the door!"


    "Let him come in. ... Wendy, take him to the parlour on the first floor first, I''ll pack up and go down soon."


    "OK!"


    After Wendy Solo nodded, she turned and walked out.


    "Boss, I''m afraid that those who come are not good, and those who are good won''t come!" Qin Zhicheng said.


    "You''ll know when you see it!" Guo Shouyun stood up.


    "Do you need me to be with you?"


    "No. Go ahead, Stephen Bryan, and I''ll be enough. Your task is the CDS bonds of Enron, WorldCom, and Arthur Andersen, especially the latter two."


    "Yes!"


    After sending Qin Zhicheng away, Guo Shouyun tidied up his clothes before turning around and going downstairs.


    "Mr. Brian, welcome!"


    "It came suddenly, I hope Mr. Guo will not take offense!"


    "How come, Stephen Bryan is an honored guest who can''t be invited normally. I''m too happy to have you come, why would I take offense." While speaking, the two briefly hugged. If people who don''t know, see how they are warm to each other, they really think they are such good friends.


    "Please sit down!"


    "Please!"


    The two sat down to each other, and after the servant served tea, Guo Shouyun said directly, "Mr. Brian suddenly came to visit, what''s the matter?"


    "Mr. Guo is buying WorldCom, Arthur Andersen and Enron''s ''credit default swap'' bonds?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. It is impossible to hide such a thing from Goldman Sachs, the giant of Wall Street.


    "What? Goldman Sachs is also interested?"


    "I personally admire Mr. Guo''s investment talent, so I asked Goldman Sachs'' bond department to follow Mr. Guo to buy some Enron CDS products. In addition, on behalf of Goldman Sachs, I also hope to cooperate with Mr. Guo in this regard?"


    "Cooperation?"


    "Yes. As an intermediary, Goldman Sachs buys the CDS bonds of three companies for Mr. Guo, and then Mr. Guo buys them from us. We charge an intermediary fee of 1.5% for each CDS bond. ... What does Mr. Guo think about this plan? ?"


    Guo Shouyun narrowed her eyes slightly. With Goldman Sachs'' energy on Wall Street, she was much more efficient than Qin Zhicheng''s team. The agency fee of 1.5% is also in line with industry standards. Of course, he would not object to this kind of thing that can be achieved efficiently with a small amount of money. However, it is not worth a trip to Stephen Bryan, the chief operating officer of Goldman Sachs.


    "Goldman Sachs is willing to cooperate, of course we agree. However, this trivial matter is probably not worth a trip to Mr. Bryan himself?"


    After Stephen Bryan smiled, he changed the subject, "Mr. Guo is buying Marvel Comics?"


    "Mr. Bryan doesn''t mean to say that Goldman Sachs is also interested in it, right?" Guo Shouyun said with a narrowed gaze.


    The many superhero copyrights in Marvel''s hands are an indispensable and important puzzle in his future layout of the media industry. If its important stake falls into the hands of Goldman Sachs, it is not easy to buy it back with the current grievance between the two companies.


    "Goldman Sachs is not very interested in it. It is only after I occasionally know that Mr. Guo is buying its equity, I remember that Goldman Sachs PE holds 13.8% of Marvel''s common stock. Considering the good cooperation between the two of us On behalf of Goldman Sachs, I am willing to sell this part of Marvel''s equity to Mr. Guo for $120 million."


    "$120 million?"


    Guo Shouyun was shocked. Not because the price is too high, but too normal. In terms of the current share price of Marvel, the value of $120 million is almost equal to 13.8% of Marvel''s common stock, and the premium is not considered at all. That''s not Goldman''s way of doing things.


    "Mr. Brian isn''t joking?" Guo Shouyun said, looking directly at the other party.


    "Of course not. I never joke about business!"


    Looking at Stephen Bryan''s unpretentious expression, Guo Shouyun''s eyes got a little more thought.


    "$120 million isn''t an exorbitant premium for a 13.8% stake in Marvel, I wonder why?"


    After he couldn''t figure it out, Guo Shouyun simply asked.


    Stephen Bryan smiled, "As I said before, Goldman Sachs and I are very optimistic about the future development prospects of Mr. Guo. Therefore, we hope to establish a long-term cooperative relationship with Mr. Guo."


    "Long-term cooperative relationship?" Guo Shouyun repeated subconsciously.


    "That''s right!"


    Looking at the smiling man sitting across from him, with enthusiasm all over his body, Guo Shouyun thought about it: "What made Goldman Sachs, who believes in the law of the jungle, change its attitude? Or is this just a prefix of a bigger conspiracy?"


    Although I can''t figure out why, but Marvel''s equity is really what he needs.


    "I personally would love to work with Goldman Sachs!"


    "Mr. Guo has made a decision that is beneficial to both of you and me!"


    "I hope so too!" Guo Shouyun said.


    After Stephen Bryan smiled slightly, "As a congratulation to Goldman Sachs and Mr. Guo on this friendly cooperation, I personally give Mr. Guo a very valuable message."


    "Oh?"


    "The board of directors of Pacific Power and Gas is now more and more inclined towards the $2.5 billion takeover offer. Mr. Guo will be able to get the results he wants if he persists for a few more days!"


    A flash of surprise flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes, and the news of Stephen Bryan really exceeded his expectations.


    Stephen Bryan, who saw his eyes in his eyes, stood up with a smile.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s a pleasure to meet you and reach a lot of cooperation that is beneficial to both parties!"


    Holding Stephen Bryan''s right hand, Guo Shouyun said calmly, "Mr. Bryan is very polite. It has always been what I have been looking forward to working with Goldman Sachs."


    "I will give it to Mr. Guo as well." After a pause, Stephen Bryan said meaningfully: "Mr. Guo, Goldman Sachs has always cooperated with powerful people. It was like this in the past, and it will be like this in the future. !��goodbye!"


    "I''ll send Mr. Brian!"


    "thanks!"


    After sending the other party out, Guo Shouyun''s pupils gradually shrank as he watched the black Maybach he was riding on gradually drifting away. He had been savoring the meaning of Stephen Bryan''s last words from before to now. He was not sure whether the other party was full of kindness or deeper thinking. But no matter what happened in the end, for Goldman Sachs, he never let down his guard.


    Just after Guo Shouyun returned to the room with a heavy heart Wendy greeted her.


    "boss��?"


    "Oh? What''s the matter?" Guo Shouyun, who had recovered, asked subconsciously.


    "This is my resignation letter, I hope you will approve it!"


    "Resign!?"


    Looking at the white paper handed in front of him, Guo Shouyun''s heart skipped a beat. The situation he was most worried about, and the one he didn''t want to see the most, was now finally in front of him.


    "Do you have to go?"


    After taking a deep breath, Guo Shouyun said in a complicated tone.


    "You know that reality doesn''t allow me to stay by your side any longer! Also, I don''t want to be the third party who destroys other people''s families!" Wendy said sadly.


    Before, she also felt that she had enough capital to compete with Molly Bevan, who was far away in the UK, for the position of "Mrs. Guo". After all, compared to the other party, she has the advantage of "getting the moon first". But when the news of the other party''s pregnancy came from her half-sister Liv Solo, Wendy knew that she had completely lost all possibilities of becoming Mrs. Guo.


    Looking at the mourning beauty in front of him, Guo Shouyun wanted to give her a shoulder of his own. But the responsibilities of a husband-to-be and a soon-to-be father made him restrain his impulses.


    After being silent for a long time, Guo Shouyun said slowly with a hint of hoarseness in his tone: "Leave your resignation letter with me first, and when a qualified successor is found, I will allow you to leave!"


    "Shh...!"


    Two lines of clear tears flowed from the corners of Wendy''s eyes instantly. Covering her lips, she nodded quickly, trotted two steps, and walked out from Guo Shouyun''s side. Seeing her shrugged shoulders, Guo Shouyun''s mood instantly sank to the bottom.


    "Wendy, sorry!"


    An apologetic heavy sigh followed!


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 Chapter 216： Ruthmi & Sons

    Chapter 216 Lu Simie and his son


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    Starbucks coffee shop, in New York, this is the favorite place for white-collar workers to drink afternoon tea. Guo Shouyun has no special hobby here. Whether in his previous life or now, he rarely came to such a place. However, he did not refuse after Carol Lusme chose the meeting place here.


    "Mr. Guo, I''ve heard the name for a long time!"


    Holding the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "I hoped for a long time to have a chance to ask Mr. Lu Simi face-to-face for advice, and now it has finally come true!"


    "Mr. Guo is too polite. Now Wall Street does not know how many people want to listen to your experience in investment, especially gold investment. Moreover, I am one of them."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and turned to a middle-aged man in a black suit next to him, "This is...?"


    "My son, John Ruthmi, is currently an equity analyst at Credit Suisse First Boston!"


    "No wonder I think the two look alike, so they are father and son!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    "Hello!"


    After shaking hands with Lu Simie II, everyone sat down.


    After the waiter served coffee, Guo Shouyun said, "What are your plans for Mr. Lu Simi after retirement?"


    "Traveling around the world, fishing, playing golf, there are so many things I want to do. I spent most of my time at work in the first few decades, and I want to enjoy life in the following days!"


    After nodding clearly, "I agree with Mr. Lu Simi''s idea, but your Excellency is only seventy-three years old now, and has not yet reached the age of complete retirement."


    "Oh?"


    With Carol Lusmi''s wisdom and experience, it is natural to hear that Guo Shouyun has something to say.


    "I hope to hire Mr. Lu Simi as a consultant for Phoenix Company!" Guo Shouyun quickly threw out his purpose.


    After graduating from Harvard Business School, Carol Luthmi worked at McKinsey for five years, and then seven years at Goldman Sachs, where she became a partner. After the establishment of Anshuo, after 30 years of struggle, Anshuo has successfully developed into a well-known large-scale company in asset management and wealth management on Wall Street. Such an ability is naturally admirable, and the latter''s connections on Wall Street are also where Guo Shouyun hopes to draw on. In particular, his friendship with current Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan is even more enviable.


    Of course Carol Lusmi understands the role of advisors to financial firms. He can roughly guess Guo Shouyun''s purpose. After thinking for a moment, "Before agreeing, can I ask Mr. Guo a question?"


    "certainly!"


    "What is Phoenix''s future goals? BlackRock? Goldman Sachs? Or ****? Or Bridgewater?"


    "Neither!" Guo Shouyun shook his head, "We never thought about who we would be, or aiming for, we just want to be the best version of ourselves. For Phoenix, I will not set limits for its growth. Of course, I We also believe that in the future we will become a financial leader on Wall Street alongside these industry giants!"


    The somewhat general, yet ambitious answer made Carol Lusmi ponder.


    "Mr. Guo, can I ask you a question?"


    John Luthmi, who had been silent for a while, spoke up.


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    "I''ve observed that Phoenix has a different management structure than any Wall Street firm. Do you have any special considerations for that?"


    Slightly surprised, he glanced at Lu Simi II. When most of the people were staring at the Thunder Fund, which made huge profits, it was a bit unusual for this person to observe the very different management structure of Phoenix Company.


    After a moment of silence, after organizing the language, "The organizational management structure of any company has only one purpose: to maintain the long-term growth of the company. The same is true for Phoenix. However, more than 90% of the world''s largest companies have a hard time getting rid of a reality: the enterprise The management structure that was simple, efficient and well-functioning in the early days of the company became bloated and bureaucratic as the company grew. The decline of the company basically started from this. Therefore, since the day I started my business, I have been thinking about how to solve it. , or try to solve this problem as much as possible. And the current management system of Phoenix is ??an attempt of this kind of thinking.��


    "Can you be more specific?" John Lusmi''s eyes were filled with inquiry.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "This system can be simply summarized as ''the board of directors, the president''s centralized and decentralized management system''. That is: to strengthen the influence of the board of directors on major corporate decisions, and at the same time transfer the power of daily management and mergers and acquisitions of small and medium-sized enterprises. To the president of the subsidiary. ... In my plan, the board of directors of Phoenix can be divided into ''executive board'' and ''large board''."


    "The members of the executive board include: the presidents of various subsidiaries, as well as the chief financial officer, chief risk officer and chief human resources officer of Phoenix, as well as the chairman himself. influence all major decisions.��


    "The large board of directors includes all members of the executive board, plus the company''s independent directors and non-executive directors, as well as the main partners of various subsidiaries. The size is maintained at about 25 to 32 people. The responsibility of the large board of directors is to review Phoenix for half a year. And the annual financial report, share the appointment and dismissal of the company''s top management with the chairman. It can also give advice to the executive board of directors on problems that arise in the company''s operations."


    "In addition to the executive board of directors and the general board of directors, the head office will also manage the human resources of the middle and above, and the finance of each subsidiary will be managed by the head office. And the management personnel of the head office will be maintained at about 200 people. Keep it as much as possible. In addition, the management scale of each subsidiary should be reduced, the focus of each subsidiary should be maintained, and the elite management and partnership system should be adopted to strengthen the aggressiveness and creativity of each subsidiary!��


    After listening to Guo Shouyun''s brief explanation, John Lusmi thought for a moment, "Such a system strengthens the chairman''s right to manage all companies!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Any company, including the government, must have a person who makes the final decision. The chairman is the final decision-maker of Phoenix Company."


    "The result of Mr. Guo''s reform of the management structure of the Phoenix Company is more like the relationship between the White House and the state governments." Old Lu Simie thought thoughtfully.


    "Mr. Lu Simie''s analogy is very vivid. However, compared with the government''s management structure, Phoenix is ??still somewhat different. Especially when major decisions are made between seven to nine people, there will be no excessive internal friction and low efficiency."


    To be honest, Guo Shouyun felt that his reform of the management structure of Phoenix Company was more like the relationship between the central and local governments of the Chinese government than the metaphor of old Lu Simi. Of course, the same goes for Han Hua.


    After nodding in agreement, old Lu Simi said: "But how does Mr. Guo bridge the disputes between the chairman and the subsidiary manager, that is, the president''s dispute over the operation of the company? I think this should be the inevitable result."


    "It''s actually very simple. If the two sides can reach an agreement, then everything will be fine. If they can''t reach an agreement, they will be voted on by the executive board."


    "How did the chairman come into being? After all, life is not long, and Mr. Guo can''t always be in this position!" asked Lu Simi II.


    "Mr. John''s question is quite straightforward!"


    John Luthmi spread his hands, "If the problem can be expressed in the simplest words, why should we waste time making it more complicated?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement, "I appreciate this point of view. As for your question, the current tentative idea is that the board of directors votes based on the performance of the presidents of each subsidiary. Of course, this issue may not arise for decades, so There are no very detailed regulations yet!��


    Guo Shouyun is only 20 years old now, and the most conservative estimate is that he can also sit on the seat of the chairman of the Phoenix Company for 50 years. This gave him plenty of time to think about the heir.


    "Mr. Guo is very frank!" John Lusmi nodded.


    "Both gentlemen are the top elites in the financial world of Wall Street I hope to get your suggestions in such a frank exchange to improve the management system of Phoenix Company!" Guo Shouyun said honestly.


    He knows that his shortcoming is his connections, so whenever he has the chance, he wants to win over more allies. And Lu Simie and his son are undoubtedly very suitable objects.


    Plus, for the shrewd person, show-offs are the stupidest way to communicate. In the absence of a fundamental conflict of interest, Guo Shouyun is willing to use a more honest attitude and words to win the favor of the other party.


    After the father and son looked at each other, old Lu Simi said, "Mr. Guo''s structure of Phoenix Company is very complete. Before I actually experience the effect of this management structure, I won''t have too many suggestions." After a pause , he smiled, "But I am very willing to accept Mr. Guo''s invitation to serve as a consultant for Phoenix Company."


    Now the American financial community has two kinds of evaluations for Guo Shouyun: madman and genius. Old Lu Simie was also very curious about this young man who appeared in the sight of Wall Street like a comet. Therefore, after the previous exchange, he had the idea of ??observing each other closely.


    "I believe that my experience in Phoenix will bring good memories to Mr. Lu Simie." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "That''s what I expected too!"


    After the two of them finished speaking, John Lu Simie said, "Mr. Guo, can I work in the Thunder Fund?"


    "Mr. John is also interested in our Thunder?" Guo Shouyun''s heart moved.


    "That''s right!"


    "Can I ask the reason? After all, in today''s financial market, Lei Ting is not a large-scale hedge fund! With Mr. John''s qualifications, he can go to high positions in big companies such as Bridgewater and Quantum."


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 Chapter 217： Centaur Fund

    Chapter 217 Centaur Fund


    The level of the job is not attractive to me. The potential of corporate exhibitions is what I really value. As far as the vast majority of hedge funds in the world are concerned, Mr. Guo''s Thunder Fund seems to me to have the most growth potential. I hope I can join it now, use my wisdom and at the same time use Mr. Guo''s talent to bring myself a huge income and learn enough experience!


    Looking at the man in front of him with strong desire and confidence in his eyes, Guo Shouyun thought for a moment and thanked Mr. John for his attention to Lei Ting. We also desperately need talented members like Mr. John to join us. However, considering the reality, I give you two options: First, enter the Thunder''s "Solomon Group" and "Unicorn Group" as a financial analyst. The former invests in precious metal futures, while the latter invests in bonds and derivatives. Second, you should set up a group yourself, and you will raise the funds, and you will be responsible for the specific management. But your team must cooperate when I am in need of funding during a time of great opportunity. Of course, this usually happens once or twice a year.


    The choice given by Guo Shouyun is obviously not a choice. Because it is obviously impossible for John Lusmi to continue to be subordinated to anyone other than Guo Shouyun. After all, he is now in his early forties and is already a prominent figure on Wall Street.


    I choose the second one!


    Guo Shouyun showed a smile on his face and stretched out his right hand towards the opponent, welcome to join Thunder!


    Should I be called bss now?


    Casual, I don''t take this seriously!


    Mr. Guo, it seems that you have already made the idea of ??this pension in my hand! At this moment, old Lu Simi said with a wry smile on his face.


    Mr. Lusmee, John''s career has just begun, shouldn''t you, a father, support him with some funds?


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, who was smiling, and then looking at his son with longing in his eyes, old Lu Simi said helplessly: Well, I will invest 200 million US dollars. But John, if this fund loses more than 2o, I will withdraw it from the fund you manage.


    Yes, Father! John Luthmi was calm and confident.


    Old Lu Simie nodded, he still understood his son''s abilities. If it weren''t for his inherent risk-taking and low interest in Anshuo, which is less profitable for wealth management and asset management, he would definitely not sell the company to Phoenix Fund.


    Of course, entrepreneurship is also a consideration. Before starting his own business, however, he would prefer to work as an intern at a hedge fund. As for why Lei Ting was chosen over other things, apart from An Shuo''s transaction with Phoenix, the most important thing was Lei Ting''s high yield on gold speculation, which made him curious.


    As a father, I have given my son enough support. Should you, the boss, also support some funds?


    Guo Shouyun knew that with the shrewdness of old Lu Simi, he would not let himself go. After Guo Shouyun, who had already had a draft, nodded, I could come up with a fund of 100 million US dollars. But John, you have to submit an investment plan that will convince me first!


    John Luthmi nodded and took out a thick stack of documents from his briefcase.


    It looks like you are ready!


    Prepare in advance to increase the success of an event or plan. John Luthme said.


    Mr. Lu Simie, it seems that you have an excellent son!


    Hehe, John is my pride!


    Guo Shouyun nodded and took the information from John Lu Simie. Opening it, eight investment plans were printed on the second page. They are long the American beverage Coca-Cola Starbucks Nestle McDonald''s, short the Argentine national debt of Galicia Financial Corporation and the Argentine peso.


    Clearly, John Luthmi chose stocks in the food and beverage industry with higher gross margins, stable returns, strong brands and channels, and ample cash flow to hedge risk. Even if he lost money betting against Argentina, he could have made it back from gains in the shares of five food and beverage companies.


    Do you have information on American beverages? Guo Shouyun asked.


    Galicia Financial Corporation is Argentina''s largest private bank. Guo Shouyun, who often pays attention to Argentina''s internal financial information, is naturally aware of this. But the name Beverages of the Americas is a bit unfamiliar to him, who doesn''t usually follow the food and beverage industry.


    Yes, the seventh page is!


    Turning to the seventh page as John Lu Simey said, and after reading the first few hundred words carefully, Guo Shouyun''s eyes showed a hint of surprise.


    He finally knew the origin of American beverages.


    Before his rebirth, the global food industry had a very low-key, but larger food empire than Coca-Cola Nestle. That is, with the world''s largest brewer Anheuser-Busch InBev, the second largest brewer SABMiller, fast food giant Burger King, food and beverage giant Kraft and Heinz, coffee giant Tim Horton, with a total revenue of over ooo billion dollars, The investment giant ''3g'' with a total market value of over 35oo billion US dollars!


    3g Capital, and the ''Brazilian Three Musketeers'' Jorge Paul Reman, Marcel Herman Telles and Carlos Alcuto Scupira who control it, are accompanied by a series of amazing Mergers and acquisitions, and their iron-handed management of these giants, as well as their personal relationship with investment tycoon Buffett, have become a highly regarded management guru in China''s corporate world more than a decade later. Guo Shouyun once wrote a post about 3G. Although a long time has passed, he still remembers ''3g Capital'' and the memorable name of Jorge Paul Lehmann.


    Too bad I have reborn memories. Otherwise, handing over the money to them for management will increase the value quickly!


    Shaking his head slightly, after erasing this unnecessary thought, Guo Shouyun took out a pen from his pocket and ''swish'' a few times. Except for American beverages, Starbucks, McDonald''s, Coca-Cola and Nestle were all crossed out by him!


    Concentrate all of the funds to be long in these four companies in Americas Beverages, and increase the leverage five times. Eight times the leverage to short Argentina!


    Seeing Guo Shouyun looking straight and simply flipping over the investment plan he had made after a few months of abandonment changed beyond recognition, John Lu Simie''s face naturally wouldn''t look good. However, his restraint did not make him angry.


    I want to know why?


    The reason is actually very simple. After September, the U.S. stock market will have a bear market for nearly a year. At this time, it will undoubtedly lose money. And whether it is McDonald''s, KFC, or Starbucks and Nestle, as blue-chip stocks, their share prices are stable and suitable for long-term holding, but they will not have high returns.


    In contrast, American Beverages are different. With his merger with Interbrew Brewery, the stock price will undoubtedly have a period of rapid rise, followed by larger expansion moves such as the acquisition of Budweiser, which will be very important for the stock price. All are good.


    Shorting Argentina and adding leverage is naturally based on his understanding of Argentina''s financial crisis.


    However, these analyses based on the advantages of Guo Shouyun''s rebirth cannot be said to Lu Simie and his son. Of course, it is not difficult to explain.


    The reason is very simple, your investment plan is too profitable! Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    How can you be sure of something that hasn''t happened yet?


    John Luthmi obviously did not accept such a rhetoric.


    Looking at the stubborn guy who frowned tightly in front of him, Guo Shouyun smiled, John, why don''t we make a bet?


    bet?


    That''s right! It is limited to half a year. If the half-year return of my investment plan is more than double the return of yours, then I will win. Conversely, if my investment plan returns lower than yours, then I lose!


    How did you lose? What if you win? After nodding, John Lusmi asked immediately.


    If I lose, I will add an additional $200 million in capital to the investment group you manage. If you lose!


    Old Lu Simie waved his hand quickly, don''t look at me, this is a problem between the two of you, and it has nothing to do with me.


    Although he tried his best to get rid of the greedy little **** on the opposite side, Guo Shouyun was obviously not the one who gave up so easily.


    Mr. Lu Simie, don''t rush to refuse. My request is not excessive, I just need you as an intermediary to introduce me to Mr. Greenspan!


    Look at him, look at his son, old Lu Simie sighed, knowing that he would not bring John along!


    It''s too late to regret it now! After a pause, Guo Shouyun turned to John Lusmi, how about it, John. Do you agree to such a gamble?


    Gambling is fine. But before making the bet, which scenario should the $300 million I''m managing be invested in?


    Of course it''s mine!


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s reluctance to back down, John Lu Simi sighed in his heart. After all, the other party is the boss and he is the employee.


    One more thing: if you follow my investment plan, you and your team members can only share it as a bonus. If it is your own investment, you can share o! One more thing, we are a hedge fund, if you can''t get your group''s annual revenue above that, then you don''t have a bonus!


    Although he wanted to win over the Ruthmi father and son, especially their relationship, he was not a philanthropist, and since John Ruthmi was going to work under him, he had to abide by his rules.


    I believe that my team members and I can get enough prize money!


    Great, I like your confidence! After a pause, yes, from now on your group will be called ''Centaurus'', and externally it will be called ''Centaur Fund''. But it must pass the audit of the head office!


    John Luthmi nodded.


    The rest of the time passed quickly in the communication between the two, and finally the three of them chatted about their views on the financial crisis in Argentina and then dispersed.


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 Chapter 218： private plane

    Chapter 218 Private Jet


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    When he got home, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but heave a sigh of relief when he saw that Wendy hadn''t left. Although he restrained his desires and kept his responsibilities to Molly, the feelings he had been together for more than a year were not just let go. It''s just that Guo Shouyun also knew in his heart that this state would not last long. However, procrastinating on the pretext of looking for a replacement was the best he could think of.


    "boss!"


    "No rest yet?"


    Habitually, he took off his jacket and handed it over.


    "I''m sorting out some private jet information!" Wendy said while taking Guo Shouyun''s jacket and putting it in her arms skillfully.


    "Are there any suitable ones?"


    "Yes. There are two most suitable ones, namely Airbus'' a319 and Bombardier Global 5ooo. Currently, the two are new planes cancelled by customers, and their range and degree also meet the boss''s requirements."


    "What about the price?"


    "The a319 has more performance and volume, and the price is $7.5 million. The price of the Bombardier Global 5ooo is relatively low, $3.35 million."


    "What is the speed and maximum range of the Bombardier Global 5ooo?"


    "Mach o.89, 52oo nautical miles, fully meet the needs of intercontinental travel." Wendy said.


    "What about the crew?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and continued.


    "Up to 17 passengers, including 3 crew members!"


    "Enough is enough, let it be!"


    Wendy nodded.


    "By the way, how long does it take to get the plane?"


    "Bombardier''s time to give back is two weeks!"


    "It''s not too long. ... Also, don''t use the funds of various companies to buy the plane, just use my manuscript fee!"


    The separation of business and private finance is something Guo Shouyun has always insisted on. He didn''t want to sow the seeds of corporate harm to the public and private because of his own selfish desires.


    "clear!"


    Nodding, looking at Guo Shouyun''s back, Wendy hesitated for a while, but in the end she didn''t say anything. Although she wanted to leave the other person''s side, when it came time to say goodbye, her feelings were still greater than her reason.


    Back in the study, just about to open the mailbox to read the briefings of various companies, the phone suddenly rang.


    "Matthew, is something wrong?"


    After looking at the caller ID, Guo Shouyun pressed the answer button.


    "Boss, we lost another $4.48 million!" Matthew''s tone was disturbed and frustrated.


    Although it is not good news, Guo Shouyun''s tone did not change in particular.


    "what happened?"


    "In the quarter-finals of the Champions League, Valencia lost 2-1 to Arsenal. We lost the money we put on Valencia."


    "If you lose it, you will lose it, and you can bet according to the plan I gave you later."


    Compared with last year, Guo Shouyun is more prepared for Champions League betting this year. Not only did Matthew take his team to spread out early in Macau, Las Vegas, Monaco, Atlantic City and other gaming holy places, but also brought in earlier than before. Almost at the beginning of the oo~o1 UEFA Champions League, he had already placed bets on each team. Especially Bayern Munich and Valencia, who are destined to reach the final.


    Of course, the result of such bets is that there are winners and losers. However, there are definitely more wins and less losses. Guo Shouyun did this deliberately to confuse the line of sight and avoid accidental human interference. Wait until the finals, when he knows the result best, to really make the big bucks.


    After explaining Matthew, Guo Shouyun opened his mailbox. The first thing he read every time was the gold futures and spot prices that Zhang Shaoling gave him twice a day, as well as the latest news of the Argentine financial market.


    On the whole, since the outbreak of Argentina''s debt crisis in mid-March, it has temporarily avoided disaster by cutting government spending, reducing the deficit, and negotiating with foreign creditors.


    However, Argentina''s domestic demand is sluggish, the form of high debt has not been fundamentally changed, and the bubble still exists. The industrial production index and agricultural index are still falling, the stock market fluctuates, and the state of currency devaluation has not changed. The change brought about by this series of trends is that the price of gold has risen from about $256 per ounce when Guo Shouyun went long for the second time to about $265 per ounce now. On average, Guo Shouyun earned nearly $1ooo per hand.


    But even so, the price of gold futures and spot prices is still some distance away from the price he sold at $28o per ounce. So, the entire Solomon group remained motionless at his behest. However, with the money earned, the bottom line is. His nearly $4.4 billion in margin holdings can be taken out for his own use.


    "$4.4 billion, after deducting half of the principal. Twenty percent, or $440 million, is the income of the Thunder Fund. The remaining eighty percent, or $158 million of the $1.76 billion, is the client''s position margin, The remaining $1.422 billion is what I have access to."


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but sigh when he was happy. According to the U.S. federal tax law, short-term investment income of less than one year is subject to a 25% capital gains tax. He can only avoid the loss of nearly $400 million by donating all the money to charitable funds.


    Fortunately, he has two charitable funds under his own, so the control of the money is still in his own hands.


    "The acquisition of Marvel will cost 900 to 100 million yuan, and Anshuo''s wholly-owned acquisition will cost about the same. Apple''s 14.9% stake will cost 600 million U.S. dollars."


    Counting the bulk of my own expenses, the margin of 4.4 billion US dollars has basically gone by half.


    In addition, according to his gambling agreement with Morgan, Citi, Goldman Sachs and Bank of America, after acquiring Pacific Power and Gas Co. and Southern California Edison Electric Power Co., he has to pay $1.4 billion in cash after deducting Apple''s $600 million.


    In this way, the position margin of 4.4 billion US dollars, after deducting the part belonging to customers, can basically meet the needs. However, maintaining losses in the Pacific and Southern California will require his investment in gold.


    In particular, the combined monthly loss of nearly 500 million US dollars and the imminent expiration of 1.5 billion US dollars in bank loans made Guo Shouyun unhappy and also had a sense of urgency.


    "California''s energy crisis must end soon."


    The thoughts in his mind grew stronger. But unfortunately, Rebecca Mark, who had a better understanding of Enron''s internal situation, never agreed to meet, causing Guo Shouyun a headache.


    Picking up the phone, finding Will Harrington''s number and dialing it.


    "boss!"


    "What happened to Rebecca Mark?" Guo Shouyun asked directly after responding.


    "We have been in secret contact with her again, but unfortunately, they have all been rejected by the other party. Moreover, in order to avoid being prepared in advance by the people in Enron, we have not contacted the other party too often. So until now , still not much progress!" Will Harrington said guiltily.


    Guo Shouyun frowned and did not criticize the other party, he knew that Will Harrington tried his best. Rebecca Mark must have her own considerations for not agreeing to meet.


    "What do you think is the reason?"


    "This woman has extraordinary ambitions, and she should wait another chance."


    "Opportunity? What opportunity?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise.


    "A chance to replace Geoffrey Gilling and retake the supreme power of Enron!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded thoughtfully, Will Harrington''s analysis really fits Rebecca Mark''s character very well. And, if it wasn''t for the woman''s abilities and connections, Geoffrey Gilling wouldn''t have ''matched'' her to London, away from Enron''s center of domination��Houston.


    "In that case, her purpose does not fundamentally conflict with ours, and there is even a basis for cooperation. But why is she avoiding us instead?" Guo Shouyun asked with a frown.


    "She should feel that the time has not yet come to meet us!"


    "It''s time!"


    Guo Shouyun instantly had more associations.


    The more he thought about it, the more he wanted to have a face-to-face talk with Rebecca Mark.


    "Where is she now?"


    "Most of the time at the Azulicos Water headquarters in London and back home in Houston on Saturday and Sunday."


    "Pay close attention to her whereabouts, I want to know where she is at any time!" Guo Shouyun said after thinking for a while.


    "Yes!"


    Hanging up the phone and looking at his schedule, Guo Shouyun rubbed his temples with a headache, and he couldn''t care about the other party for the time being. After processing the documents of various companies, as usual, Guo Shouyun went to bed after a phone call with Molly who was far away in Exeter .


    After having breakfast the next morning, Guo Shouyun came to Phoenix''s headquarters in New York with John Lu Smi who had made an appointment in advance.


    "boss!"


    "William, this is John Lusmi. In the future, he will become a member of the company as the leader of the Thunder Fund''s ''Centaur Team''. Let''s meet you!"


    William Zhang nodded, smiled and stretched out his right hand towards John Lusmi.


    "meet again!"


    "I didn''t expect to actually work with Mr. Zhang!"


    Looking at the two shaking hands, Guo Shouyun said in surprise, "What? Do you know each other?"


    "I saw it once three years ago at Morgan Stanley''s bond presentation for Plug Energy!" said William Zhang.


    "At that time, I was very convinced by Mr. Zhang''s analysis, so I chatted more speculatively. I was also impressed."


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, "Since you both know each other, then I won''t have to introduce myself. ... William, I''ll prepare an office for John later!"


    "clear!"


    "John, you should understand that time is tight. So, I''ll give you a week to resolve personnel issues. Also, within this week, all centaur team funds must be invested as I said."


    Although Argentina''s internal financial environment is relatively stable on the surface, the internal currents are already turbulent, and no one knows if the next moment will be a crisis. Therefore, investing as early as possible in order to ensure the greatest harvest when the opportunity arises.


    John Luthmi, who also understood this, nodded immediately. Although he doesn''t quite agree with Guo Shouyun''s investment strategy, he must resolutely implement it when he decides.


    "William, come to my office later!"


    "Yes!"


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 Chapter 219： Marvel Entertainment

    Chapter 219 Marvel Entertainment


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    About half an hour later, William Zhang pushed open Guo Shouyun''s office.


    "arranged?"


    "It is temporarily arranged in the original office where Zhang Shaoling and the others left. However, when the staff of Anshuo Company arrives, the existing office space will definitely not be enough."


    "Then rent a few more floors. I don''t think there is anything that money can''t solve in Manhattan!"


    William Zhang nodded.


    "How many shares of Anshuo have been acquired now?"


    "67.5%. In order to avoid the rapid price increase when acquiring Anshuo shares, we are full of actions!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "I have read the plan you submitted to integrate Anshuo. I agree with the arrangement of setting up a wealth management department and an asset management department under the Phoenix Fund. However, several mutual funds need to be adjusted. For example, Anshuo Currency Fund B Compared with Phoenix Monetary Fund B, the investment scope and varieties are not much different, and the subscription amount and expenses are also the same. It can be combined into a B-type mutual fund.��


    "It would be better to consolidate two similar funds. But James Carr, the fund manager of ''Anchor Money Fund B'', is a tough guy, and under his helm, ''Anchor Money Fund B'' has grown at a compound annual rate. The average rate is over 5.2%. If he does not cooperate, it may affect the stability of the entire fund.��


    The fund manager is the soul of a fund. If the fund manager changes, it will easily affect the confidence of clients in a fund.


    After Guo Shouyun thought for a while, "Well, tell James Carr and Carrie Welch, who manages ''Phoenix Currency B'', that the two sides have a one-year limit. Within one year, whoever manages the fund with higher profits, Whoever wins the management of the new combined fund."


    "Yes!"


    "The same reasoning applies to index funds and open-ended funds with similar companies in both companies. Based on performance, whoever wins will get the right to manage the fund."


    After William Zhang nodded, Guo Shouyun continued: "To fire these people, my company doesn''t need to be affiliated!"


    After taking the list, William Zhang hesitated, "Boss, these people are relatives of the Carol Lusmi family. We just bought the company and fired them. Wouldn''t it be too good?"


    "Old Lu Simi is related to them, but I don''t. Besides, I think he will agree with my approach. Also, Anshuo has too many levels in the company, and I don''t need so many secretaries, drivers, and typists to waste it. Valuable revenue for the company. So, I''ll give you three months. In three months I''m going to see the Phoenix Fund''s management cut in half."


    "Yes!"


    "In addition, cancel the free New York Knicks tickets provided by Anshuo for employees, as well as the reimbursement of expenses for traveling abroad twice a year. Selling Anshuo''s luxury fleet, the company''s passenger cars will be changed to our Phoenix Fund in the future. The Toyota Camry is more fuel efficient. ... We acquired Anshuo, so all the rewards and punishments must be in accordance with our standards, if he doesn''t accept it, then ask him to find another job!" Guo Shouyun said firmly.


    Every failed business has its own reasons, but successful businesses have similarities. Looking at General Electric, Goldman Sachs, 3g, and Wal-Mart, they all have similarities in business management, that is, they advocate simplicity and efficiency in business management, and adopt an incentive system that combines meritocracy, performance-based compensation and the partnership system.


    As a graduate of Stanford University''s Department of Economics, Guo Shouyun has a very clear understanding of this. And he highly respects the most legendary CEO of the 2o century, Jack Welch, the ''2o-7o-1o'' rule. That is: in an elite environment, employees should be divided into three levels: 20% of the best performers should be rewarded; 70% of mediocre performers should stay; and 10% of underperformers should be kicked out .


    It is through this system that Jack Welch successfully brought General Electric, which was on the verge of collapse, to an astonishing scale with a market value of over 100 million US dollars, forcing Microsoft to become the largest company by market value in the U.S. financial market.


    Because of this, when Guo Shouyun knew that he was inexperienced in managing enterprises, he chose the smartest way: to follow those who succeeded.


    After hearing the determination in the big Boss''s tone, William Zhang nodded simply.


    After setting the tone for the integration of Anshuo, Guo Shouyun called a meeting of company executives. In addition to Phoenix Capital, which is headquartered in Silicon Valley, people including Phoenix Fund, Phoenix Trust, and Thunder Fund in New York have all arrived.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun did not announce any major decisions. He just listened to various executives'' comments on the department''s performance in the past six months and made some comments based on his own experience, and it ended.


    After having lunch with William Zhang at noon, Guo Shouyun came to Marvel''s headquarters in New York in the afternoon.


    At this time, Marvel''s CEO Ike Palmut has brought the company''s executives here to greet him. There was no Stan Lee among these people. This old man left Marvel more than ten years ago and started his own new company. It''s a pity that the company just went out of business due to poor management.


    "Mr. Guo, you are welcome!"


    After holding the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, Guo Shouyun said with a smile: "It''s an honor to visit Marvel, this is the place I''ve been yearning for for many years!"


    Ike Palmut understood what was being said. For any kid growing up in America. Marvel''s superheroes are all indispensable memories of their childhood.


    "It''s an honor to be complimented so much. Come in!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and walked into the company accompanied by the other party. It can be seen that although the current Marvel has gotten rid of the embarrassment of three years ago, its operating conditions are not very ideal. As one of the largest comic companies in the United States, the overall office area is only 3ooo square meters.


    However, the familiar 1ogo, as well as the large posters of super heroes plastered on the wall, evoked Guo Shouyun''s memories that seemed to be very long ago.


    Iron Man, Thor, Hulk, Hawkeye, Black Widow, Ant-Man, Spider-Man, Daredevil, Captain America, etc. Seeing them, Guo Shouyun seemed to see mountains of gold coming towards him.


    Ike Palmut looked at Guo Shouyun, who was standing still, with a streak of excitement on his face. In addition to being surprised, he understood this new rich man as a loyal fan of Marvel. Otherwise, he wouldn''t show such an expression at this moment. And, the pursuit of Marvel is so zealous.


    After a long time, Guo Shouyun, who calmed down, smiled and said, "Seeing the super hero from my childhood memories is in front of me, I am a little excited. I hope Mr. Palmut will forgive me for my rudeness!"


    "Mr. Guo is serious. When I first arrived at Marvel, I was just like you! ... There are too many people''s beautiful childhood memories here."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and when he saw the nearly two-meter-high Hulk foam sculpture displayed next to it, he stretched out his hand.


    "Mr. Palmut, can you sell me this sculpture?"


    "This is one of the first Hulk sculptures produced by the company after the success of the 1962 "Hulk" comics. It has the autographs of the two creators, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, and is very collectible ." After a pause, "But since Mr. Guo likes it, I am willing to give it to you on behalf of Marvel."


    "Thank you so much then!"


    For the next acquisition negotiation, the value of a sculpture is not even a fraction, so Guo Shouyun is not polite.


    Under the leadership of Ike Palmut, after Guo Shouyun walked around the Marvel headquarters, the two sides sat down in the conference room prepared in advance.


    "I think the basic acquisition conditions have been made very clear in the previous negotiations. Now you can raise any objections, and I will try to satisfy them on the basis of taking care of the interests of both parties!" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "Mr. Guo, we agree with the agreement to acquire 90% of Marvel''s shares for a total of $878 million plus the "Spider-Man" copyright for a total of $920 million. For the annual investment of $200-300 million to shoot one or two Marvel movies We are also very supportive of the super hero movie plan. But we hope that after the Matrix Group acquires Marvel, UU Reading can ensure the independent operation of Marvel."


    "Independently run!"


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes. This sentence reminded him of the disputes within Marvel in later generations. The main body of the dispute is between Ike Palmut, who is in charge of Marvel Entertainment, and Kevin Feige, the CEO of Marvel Studios.


    As the leader of Marvel Studios, Kevin Feige''s great achievement is to build the Marvel Cinematic Universe,


    And there are some risky decisions along the way. On the contrary, Ike Palmut, who has always been known for being stingy and powerful, is not so well-received.


    In order to control the budget, he tried to cut the cost of the film, lowered the salary of the actors, and even tried to limit the size of the cast of "Captain America 3". Marvel exerts such an influence on the movie, and Marvel Studios is not a fuel-efficient lamp, and the writers of Marvel Comics are often confused by Marvel Studios. In order to cooperate with some plot designs of the movie, Marvel Studios will also intervene in the comics and put forward some plot requirements for the comics, but this often destroys the original intention of the comics story and the coherence and consistency of the plot.


    Some comic fans often jokingly call Marvel Studios a "cancer", and they are also scared by the excessive "reverse output" of the movie.


    The feud between Ike Palmut and Kevin Feige eventually led to divisions between several companies. As long as you pay attention, you will find that between the same Marvel movies and TV series, there are basically very few identical actors, and even the cameos are some insignificant small roles.


    However, these two are also very talented, and each has created Marvel''s success in the field of film and TV series. So Disney just spun off Marvel Studios. Now, Guo Shouyun, who intends to hire Kevin Feige to be the CEO of Marvel Pictures, seems to have the possibility of having a headache in the future.


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 Chapter 220： Harvest the fruits of victory

    Chapter 220 Reaping the Fruits of Victory


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    "I can promise to let Marvel Entertainment operate independently!" Guo Shouyun said after thinking for a while.


    "real?"


    Ike Palmut''s eyes lit up. Originally, he thought it would take a lot of words, but he did not expect the other party to agree so easily.


    "Of course." Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, "But I still have a few conditions!"


    Hearing this, Ike Palmut frowned.


    "Please say?"


    "First, the financial and personnel affairs of Marvel Entertainment will be handed over to the head office. Second, if Marvel Entertainment suffers major losses, the head office has the right to intervene in the company''s management." Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    Financial rights and personnel rights are the two most important rights in business management. Now that he has taken them away, Ike Palmut must be unwilling. After all, no one wants to see the power in his hands shrink.


    "Mr. Guo, if I don''t have financial and personnel rights, my management of the company will be greatly hindered...!"


    "Mr. Palmut, if he wins the hearts of employees through authority rather than convincing business strategies, then I believe he must not be an excellent leader!" Guo Shouyun interrupted, "In addition, Matrix acquired Marvel, It''s to improve the company''s business, not purely to pursue financial growth. We are operators, not private equity funds! ... And the investment of $200 million a year, the matrix is ??not without any requirements."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun with a firm attitude, Ike Palmut also knew that it was impossible for him to master all the rights of Marvel Entertainment. It is impossible for any one company to give full power to its subsidiaries.


    "How much decision-making power can I have in terms of finances and personnel!"


    "The investment of less than 1 million US dollars, and the appointment and dismissal of middle-level and lower-level employees!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Can the financial power be improved further?"


    "Impossible. $1 million is our average requirement for corporate decision-makers, and this cannot be changed." Guo Shouyun said firmly.


    Some places can be regressed, but some places cannot be regressed, especially the crucial financial power and personnel.


    In the face of the Matrix Group, which already holds 40% of Marvel Studios'' equity and continues to acquire, Ike Palmut actually doesn''t have much power to refuse. After all, Marvel has just emerged from bankruptcy, and it is not a high-quality company that everyone desires to own. It is impossible to find a truly powerful white knight to block the acquisition of Matrix.


    Also, compare. The power Guo Shouyun gave him was actually very generous. After all, not all CEOs of subsidiaries can get independent management rights.


    After weighing the left and right, and after discussing with other Marvel executives for a while, Ike Palmut finally agreed to Guo Shouyun''s conditions. The two parties signed a formal acquisition contract with the assistance of their respective lawyers and financial advisors. As long as there are no official obstacles, this acquisition will basically be completed.


    Of course, there will be basically no surprises in the official. After all, Marvel is not involved in monopoly. The acquirer is also a US company.


    After leaving the finishing touches to Qin Zhicheng''s deputy Kane Warner, Guo Shouyun left New York non-stop and flew to San Francisco.


    Coming back after more than a month, the executives of Pacific Power and Natural Gas and Southern California Edison Power Company have been waiting for him for a long time.


    Pacific Power and Gas, in particular, has accepted his $2.5 billion offer. Because, if you don''t accept it, the company will go out of business. At that time, as its shareholder, it will lose a lot, and no one wants to see this situation appear. Moreover, the California government does not want the state''s largest utility to fail, which will affect the supply and demand of electricity and natural gas for 5.2 million California businesses and residents. Therefore, they are also very supportive, and Guo Shouyun, who has stronger capital, will acquire and integrate these two companies.


    Guo Shouyun''s meeting with them unfolded under this circumstance, and he took advantage of it ahead of time.


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    "Mr. Guo, from this moment on, Southern California Edison and Pacific Power and Gas are yours!"


    Stephen Bryan smiled when Guo Shouyun signed his name on the $4.7 billion acquisition contract.


    "Thank you. This achievement is hard-won. I would also like to thank everyone and your respective companies for their help. Without you, I don''t think these two acquisitions would have been completed so quickly." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Mr. Guo is very polite. It is our honor to be able to cooperate with you!" John Schwarzman laughed.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, although he knew in his heart that there was endless greed hidden under these kind faces. But at least at this moment, he still needs to be ignorant with the other party.


    ����This acquisition of 60.07% of Apple cost a total of $2.8 billion, plus the current acquisition of Southern California and the Pacific, the three acquisitions totaled $7.5 billion. According to our original contract, I need to pay you 20 upfront. $100 million. I keep my promise, and the funds will be credited to your respective accounts within three days at most. In addition, the remaining $5.5 billion will be repaid with the revenue of the three companies, with a ten-year term and 7.93% interest!  ��I I think you should have no doubts?"


    Stephen Bryan, Paul Turner and other four nodded. The specific numbers have long been known to them.


    "If there is no problem, I think we can sign the contract!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "certainly!"


    The four who were eager to sign the contract earlier, naturally had no opinion on this.


    Later, under the drafting and supervision of their respective lawyers, loan agreements and repayment terms were signed one by one.


    After everything was over, Guo Shouyun stood up after loading the contract text.


    "Everyone, the executives of the Pacific and Southern California are still waiting for me in the conference room, so I can''t accompany a few more!"


    "Mr. Guo, please, we can just leave by ourselves!" Jolia Mo Yin said with a smile.


    "I''m sorry. In the future, I will definitely find an opportunity to invite a few people to dinner to express my apology."


    "Then I''m waiting for Mr. Guo''s invitation?" John Schwartzman laughed.


    "OK!"


    He nodded with a smile, shook hands with everyone in turn, Guo Shouyun asked Wendy to bid him farewell, then turned and left the room.


    Leaving the original headquarters of the Pacific Corporation, the financial giants sitting in the car inevitably talked about their protagonists.


    "It seems that the Hound Project can begin!" Jolia Mo Yin said with a smile while holding the contract text.


    The other three nodded, and John Schwarzman sighed: "It''s just that compared to before, I feel more and more that this plan is tasteless at all."


    "We all underestimated his talent," Stephen Bryan said.


    Everyone is an executive of an American financial giant. Although Guo Shouyun''s strict guarding, it is impossible to know the exact return of the Thunder Fund in gold. But through powerful database analysis and some clues, some hidden things can still be inferred. Obviously, the gold income of the Thunder Fund is not at all the US$1 billion disclosed by Guo Shouyun before, but 2 billion or even higher.


    After the atmosphere in the car became silent, it didn''t take long for Paul Turner to open his mouth and said: "Anyway, the layout of the ''Hound Project'' has also brought us good benefits. Even if it fails later, the $5.5 billion The loan from the company is also very valuable. If it is made into a ''credit default swap'' product, I believe many people will be interested."


    "I think ''secured debt obligations'' are also a good idea!"


    Just when they were discussing how to use this loan to generate more derivative profits, Guo Shouyun also walked into the large conference room of Pacific company headquarters with applause.


    In the eye-catching ceremony, Guo Shouyun, who was standing in the center, looked around the executives in the Pacific and Southern California. He was excited and a little excited.


    Although the two companies are now heavily in debt, they are on the verge of bankruptcy. But they are mega-corporations with assets in excess of $30 billion, or $70 billion combined. Such companies have enormous power in the political and business circles of the United States. If it wasn''t for the unfortunate encounter with the powerful Enron Allies and the destruction of the California energy crisis to the point of near insolvency, with Guo Shouyun''s current energy, it is difficult for him to have a hand in a company of this size ,correct. With the help of Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi and Bank of America, these four powerful financial forces played an almost decisive role in this acquisition.


    From the beginning of February to the beginning of May, almost three months, it was finally time for him to reap the fruits of victory. After calming down his slightly excited mood, Guo Shouyun''s expression was calm and his eyes were confident: "Everyone, I am also a Californian. I believe that everyone has a certain understanding of me before. Therefore, in order to save time, self-introduction is omitted. If everyone If you have anything you want to know or ask, you are welcome to chat with me after the meeting. I am happy to share my life joys and life insights with everyone. In addition, I am personally very honored to be able to work with you. Let''s make our business even greater in the coming years."


    After a loud applause, Guo Shouyun continued: "The integration plan of the two companies in Pacific and Southern California is on the information in your hands. Starting today, there will be no Pacific Power and Natural Gas, and Southern California Edison Power. There are only two companies, Pan Pacific Energy Group. The main business scope of the group is energy trading, public utilities and electricity. It consists of three wholly-owned subsidiaries, Pan Pacific Power Company, Pan Pacific Energy Services Company, and Pan Pacific Energy Trading Website.��


    As soon as he finished speaking, a serious middle-aged man in a black suit, black-rimmed glasses and hooked nose raised his right hand.


    "Mr. Will, any questions?"


    "Mr. Guo, originally Pacific Ocean and Southern California Edison did not have energy trading business. Now, does Mr. Guo set up the Pan-Pacific Energy Trading website to imitate Enron and Dalizhi?"


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    Chapter 221 Pan Pacific Energy Group


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    Jonas Weir, CEO of Southern California Edison Power Company, is known for being strict and tough. Under his leadership, Southern California Edison suffered lower losses than Pacific Electric and Natural Gas in the California energy crisis. It''s a pity that the environment is bad to the extreme, and no matter how clever his business methods are, he will not be able to recover.


    "Yes, no!" After a pause, "the reason for saying ''Yes'' is mainly because the original intention of this website is indeed to do energy transactions similar to Enron, Dalizhi, and El Paso. After all, this time The lessons of California''s energy crisis are strong enough that we cannot continue to be as indifferent to the construction of energy channels as we have been before."


    After everyone digested it, Guo Shouyun continued: "The reason why we say ''no'' is mainly because our ''Pan Pacific Energy Trading Website'' is not the same as Enron, Dalizhi and El Paso. These rose in the 1990s. The energy traders of the 1990s, with their own brand and channel advantages, forced electricity and gas producers and utilities to deal with them, and then they could set the price of buying and selling electricity and gas by their own will, With this, they have made huge profits in energy trading. The California energy crisis is a ''hunting operation'' caused by the excessive greed of this trading system."


    ����We want to get rid of the second, third, and even more similar energy crises in the future. We can no longer rely on inefficient governments, but by changing the way third-party energy trades are made, we can completely control the power of energy trade. After all, after the merger of our two companies, it is the largest public utility service provider in California. There are 40 million people in California, hundreds of thousands of enterprises, and two-thirds of them are our customers. We have huge demand and channels, and have capital to rebuild an energy trading platform.��


    ����The main role of this platform is to allow gas and electricity producers, as well as gas and electricity service providers, to trade fairly on this platform. Every day at 9 am, we publish a natural gas and electricity price based on the previous day��s gas and electricity prices. The price index of electricity allows natural gas and electricity producers and service providers to trade around this index. Our platform charges 0.5~1% service fee for each transaction, depending on the size.��


    Guo Shouyun''s words fell behind, and the discussion in the conference room quickly rose. If his proposal does come to fruition, then there is no doubt that Enron''s dominance of energy trading in the United States will be shaken. Not to mention replacing Enron, at least to a certain extent, it can solve the California energy crisis that still shows no signs of ending.


    With the arguing, another hand was soon raised. After Guo Shouyun nodded, the other party said quickly.


    "Mr. Guo, the way the Pan Pacific Energy Trading website works has fundamentally changed the current energy trading landscape. If it can be successful, it can indeed enhance the company''s position in the energy market. The challenge of energy trading companies such as Paso. I am afraid that the operating environment of new companies will be more difficult!��


    "Isn''t our operating environment not difficult now? Or, Dalizhi, Enron, and El Paso will give up the opportunity to make a lot of money, treat Pan Pacific as a friend, and actively reduce the price of electricity supply?"


    Guo Shouyun''s slightly sarcastic words made the other party become silent. After the California energy crisis, it is impossible for Pan Pacific to follow the three companies as friendly partners, no matter now or in the future. They are shameless thieves in the eyes of company executives, all employees, and even the entire California energy system, who have stolen over $600 million in huge profits from California taxpayers.


    "I know it''s really difficult for Transpacific to succeed. After all, we''re not Enron, and we don''t have a 37,500-mile natural gas pipeline across the country. It''s not Dulles and El Paso, who have been through more than a dozen years of We have worked hard to build a strong energy trading platform. But I believe that many public utility companies like us, as well as energy producers, must also be fed up with the exploitation and squeeze of energy traders such as Enron. As long as we work hard, a A new and fair trading platform will be built in our hands."


    Everyone looked at each other, and the new boss paid more attention to the energy market than they expected. You know, many of them are waiting to see the joke of the new boss, who just turned 20 years old, left the stage sadly after his face was broken in the California energy crisis. But through the contact just now, although the other party is young, buying Pacific Ocean and Southern California is not purely investment or interest, but really wants to make a difference in the energy market. Especially the strategy just now is obviously the result of careful consideration.


    Guo Shouyun can roughly guess their thoughts from the faces of these people, but now is not the time to deal with them.


    ��Now take a look at the balance sheet of Pan Pacific Energy. �� The two companies have a combined total debt of $28.747 billion. Among them, current liabilities are $19.217 billion and illiquid liabilities are $9.53 billion. Two transactions, totaling US$1.42 billion. In addition, from January to April this year, the average monthly cumulative loss was US$478 million. In addition, our existing total assets are US$718.34. Liquid assets...!" Guo Shouyun shook his head, not thinking come out.


    In fact, the liquid assets of both companies, except for the monthly gas and electricity bills paid by customers, have basically dried up. Otherwise, Guo Shouyun would not have completed the acquisition so easily.


    "...Illiquid assets of US$71.834 billion." After a pause, "Everyone, it seems that the difficulties we are facing are very difficult. ... Now, can anyone give me a constructive solution to solve the current difficulties?" Guo Shouyun Look around the crowd.


    Everyone looked at each other, and most of them thought it was nonsense. Because now the most fundamental problem of Pan Pacific is lack of money, as long as there is money, everything can be solved. However, they could also guess the reason for Guo Shouyun''s question, so many people present wanted to show it in front of the future boss.


    Looking at the raised arm, Guo Shouyun randomly ordered one.


    ��I think the California energy crisis is the main cause of the company��s predicament. We should actively cooperate with the California government and hire some public companies with strong energy in Washington to lobby the Department of Energy to limit electricity prices in surrounding states. As long as the electricity price is solved, then with the company��s Revenues can gradually turn losses into profits.��


    "Good, any more?"


    "Gone!"


    "Please sit down!" Guo Shouyun nodded, showing no joy or anger on his face.


    "��Who else has a different opinion?"


    A bald man in a brown suit raised his arms.


    "Mr. Segner, please speak!"


    Rocco Segner, CFO of Pacific Power and Gas, knew from the data that Guo Shouyun was a slick and treacherous old guy.


    "Boss, I think we should use the Transpacific Energy Exchange program to talk to the people at Dalitz and El Paso, and if they''re willing to lower their electricity rates and gas prices, then we can work with them."


    "What if they don''t want to?" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "They will certainly want to, or our new website will threaten their position in the energy trade market with a more convenient and fair way of dealing. They won''t see a powerful new enemy emerge."


    "Any more?"


    "Gone!"


    "Please sit down!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s consistent expression, Rocco Segner was a little disappointed. The new boss''s city seems to be deeper than he expected.


    "Who else has a different opinion?"


    After asking, Guo Shouyun looked around, no one raised his hand, his eyes fell on the first middle-aged man on the left who remained silent all the time.


    "Mr. Vail, do you have a different opinion?"


    Jonathan Weir raised his head and looked at the new boss who had a young face, but his eyes were deep, and his temperament revealed a steady stream of years. After pondering for a while, after organizing the language, "I want to improve the company''s operating dilemma I think there are two main aspects: open source and throttling."


    "How to open source? How to save money?" Guo Shouyun said with great interest.


    "Open source is investment, to buy back or rebuild power plants that were originally sold by Pacific and Southern California after the opening of electricity trading in California. And, at least on the basis of existing 1.o37 million megawatts of power capacity. , an increase of at least 20,000 megawatts. This figure can meet the basic electricity needs of California in winter, and the electricity for peak summer electricity consumption can be purchased from the northern Canadian power company through the energy trading website, which not only improves the security of the company''s energy supply, but also reduces the It''s going to be a waste."


    "Did you know that this one plan of yours will give us an extra $200 million in investment?" Guo Shouyun said after a little thought.


    "Of course. But we can extend this plan to 6-9 years to execute. Also, the investment is not as high as you think. As long as 800-100 million US dollars, we can leverage the entire project, as for the rest The funds can be obtained from bank loans or bonds. The revenue from the power plant can then be used to repay the debt.��


    "Any more?"


    Jonathan Weir nodded.


    "In terms of cost reduction, there are mainly three aspects. First, simplify the management level of the company, change the ''headquarters-regional branch-county branch'' into a two-level system, and remove the middle layer. All county-level branches are directly governed by the headquarters. Also, adopt a variable compensation system to eliminate the unqualified 10% of the company''s employees every year to ensure the vitality of the company. . . If these can be implemented, it will cut 12.3% of the company''s staff and reduce administrative expenses by $184 million per year."


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    Chapter 222 Business Strategy


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    "Second, sell the company''s private jets and luxury fleets; cancel the free season tickets for the professional baseball team ''San Francisco Giants''; cancel the luxury restaurant that only executives can enjoy, and the executive team of no more than 100 people, but every Consuming more than 2 million US dollars a month is too wasteful. In the future, everyone in the company must dine in a restaurant. Also, reduce the proportion of business travel reimbursement. Anyone traveling on business is not allowed to travel in first class, five-star hotels, and three-star hotels. Or economy class would be nice.��


    Jonathan Weir''s suggestion of cutting the benefits of the company''s top executives without hesitation caused an uproar in the conference room.


    From frugality to extravagance is easy, from extravagance to frugality is difficult. Comfortable days are used to, and no one wants to live poor days again.


    "Mr. Ware, I agree to save money to get through the crisis when the company is in trouble. But isn''t your suggestion too much?"


    "That is, we are company executives, not beggars begging on the street."


    "If it is really implemented according to this standard, then I would rather resign, otherwise I will see my former friends again, and I will not be laughed at by them?"��


    The overwhelming majority in the room expressed disapproval. For this situation, Jonathan Weir is not surprised. Back in Southern California, his same proposal was rejected by the board because of too much opposition. This time, he brought it up because he saw hope in Guo Shouyun. Through the previous research on the other party, he is very sure that he can win the support of the other party. Because, from companies such as Phoenix and Matrix, the same traces can be seen.


    Noticing Jonathan Weir''s gaze, the others gradually calmed down and focused on the silent young man in the center. No matter how they argue, this is the one who can really call the shots.


    After realizing the change in the atmosphere, Guo Shouyun, who silently observed everyone''s previous performance and took it to heart, smiled and said, "Jonathan, didn''t you just say that you have three suggestions for throttling? What is the third one?"


    "The third one is to renovate the company''s aging pipelines. Whether it is in Southern California or the Pacific Ocean, there are many old pipelines built in the 1940s and 1950s. After long-term use, not only are they aging seriously, but there are also a lot of leakage, Risk of air leaks. This growing safety risk, if it turns into an accident, will not only cause significant losses to us, but also damage the company''s reputation. In addition, the maintenance frequency of aging pipelines is high, which increases our labor Cost and equipment cost. If a comprehensive transformation can be carried out and replaced by more intelligent, more efficient and safer pipeline equipment, although the initial investment will be larger, the benefits will be long-term.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded after thinking for a while, "Have you counted the investment in pipeline reconstruction?"


    "It''s calculated that on a three-year basis, it''s about $1.2 billion a year."


    "If all your suggestions to increase revenue and reduce expenditure are adopted, what changes will there be in terms of revenue and profit?" Guo Shouyun continued.


    "Revenues are up about 18% a year and profits are up about 24%."


    Hearing the conversation between the two, the eyes of the people around them gradually changed. They can sit in this seat, obviously they are not fools. Obviously, the new Boss agrees with Jonathan Weil''s strategy of increasing income and reducing expenditure.


    In fact, Guo Shouyun does agree. However, he also knew that if the senior management of the company were treated so harshly, if they wanted to stay at ease, they had to put a tempting sweet date in front of their mouths.


    "Clap...!"


    With Guo Shouyun taking the lead, reluctant applause broke out in the conference room.


    "Thank you all for your remarks, especially Mr. Jonathan Weir. Now I''m announcing my new appointment."


    Everyone''s expressions suddenly became serious, and what Guo Shouyun said next would undoubtedly affect their future destiny.


    ��Pan Pacific Energy Group, will form a board of directors. I am Chairman and CEO. Mr. Jonathan Weir is Executive Director, Chief Operating Officer and CEO of Pan Pacific Power; Mr. Steve Jordan is Executive Director and Pan Pacific Public Company. CEO of the business company; Mr. John Roberts as the executive director and CEO of Pan Pacific Energy Trading Network; Mr. Kevin Durant as the executive director and chief financial officer of the head office; Mr. Ricky Causey as the executive director and chief risk officer of the head office Mr. Kevin Belden will serve as the executive director of the head office and the chief human resources officer!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun said calmly: "Mr. Balbey Douglas will serve as the non-executive director of the head office!"


    The first gray-haired old man sitting on his right nodded. The former chairman and CEO of Pacific Power and Gas somewhat anticipated this outcome. After all, under his management, the Pacific is far worse than Southern California. As the leader of the company, he undoubtedly has the main responsibility.


    Also, a company can only have one voice. Obviously, Guo Shouyun''s business strategy for Pan Pacific Energy Group coincides with that of Jonathan Weir. So the result is obvious.


    In the subsequent appointments, everything was as expected, and people with more rigorous and pragmatic work usually occupied the main positions in the new company.


    Of those people, those who originally belonged to Southern California Edison made up the majority.


    However, all found that about 10% of the people on the list were not pronounced by name.


    "Those who are not on this list, I''m sorry, your cooperation with Pan Pacific Energy Group has terminated. Now... please leave!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    With the corners of his mouth pursed, his sharp eyes showed a cold expression, and a strong oppressive force was added to the original stable temperament. At this moment, all the talents present really paid attention to this young new boss. Despite his youth, he displayed the decisiveness of a business leader.


    "We are protected by labor laws, there is no reason why you can''t fire us at will!"


    A middle-aged white man with a pale face and a little panic in his eyes, but more of an angry man said.


    "Yes, we need a reason!"��


    People who were unwilling to be expelled shouted.


    "Reason? Well, I''ll give you a reason. ... Robert Manor, during your tenure as chief operating officer of Pacific Power and Natural Gas, you took advantage of the California government''s unblocking of the energy trading market, the company''s opportunity to sell its power plants, and the company''s horse power and natural gas. The two natural gas power plants of Lin and Morno were resold to a financial entity named ''Eagle Claw'' under the name of your wife at the reserve price. After holding them for half a year, they were sold to Duke Energy at a high price, and you made a profit of 12 million US dollars. "


    "Chris Elkind, when you were the general manager of Pacific Power and Gas Greater Los Angeles, you worked with Jordan McLean, the company''s chief financial officer, to embezzle $2.3 million from the company for three years!"


    "Clyde Kaminsky, during your tenure as the human resources manager of Southern California Edison''s Long Beach area, you put your relatives, friends, and a mistress into 17 middle and high-level positions in the company. Do you really think that The company is owned by your family, whoever wants to come in will come in?"


    The next 13 people who were fired were named by Guo Shouyun one by one and told their mistakes.


    Looking at these pale, terrified guys, Guo Shouyun said coldly, "If it wasn''t for the acquisition of Pacific Power and Natural Gas, I promised Mr. Douglas that you would not be held accountable. What awaits you now is not dismissal, but San Francisco Jail 37."


    Hearing this, Barbey Douglas, who was sitting on the side, couldn''t help sighing in his heart. He was not entirely unaware of the corruption within the company. However, his too weak character caused him to worry about the company''s internal turmoil and affect the company''s revenue and stock price when dealing with it.


    Later, the energy crisis in California distracted his attention from internal reforms. Until now, the interior of Pacific Power and Gas has been a mess. However, Guo Shouyun is not him. He can allow the company to still lose money due to the energy crisis, but he will never allow such a "big rat" inside the company.


    "You...you really don''t hold us accountable?"


    "I never break my word."


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun waved his hand, too lazy to talk nonsense with these bastards.


    After the guy who asked the question thanked him, he opened the door in embarrassment and walked out. The other expelled people followed in turn, and soon the conference room became quiet, no, it should be said that it became quiet.


    Because among the people who stayed, some of the bottoms of the buttocks were not very clean. They don''t know if the new bosses also have evidence of their corruption and malfeasance.


    Looking at their calm or anxious eyes, Guo Shouyun, who had long understood the truth of ''when the water is clear, there are no fish'', said: "I know that some of you have also made mistakes. However, looking at your previous contributions to the company , I can give you another chance. After the new company is formed, there will be a three-month inspection period. If you have done a good job in these three months, I can let it go."


    Hearing this, many people were relieved.


    After the big stick was over, Guo Shouyun took out the sweet dates.


    ����I pursue meritocracy, variable compensation system and partnership system. Therefore, whoever can bring more benefits to the company in the next Pan Pacific Group operation will be able to get more bonuses. Bonuses 70% will be used to buy shares in the company and 30% will be reserved for your own use.��


    "Boss, is it mandatory to buy company shares with bonuses?" Jonathan Weldau That''s right. It''s not a good thing to have too much money in your hands. I hope that the company''s elite can focus more on the company''s management, instead of spending money and time on the luxury of living. In addition, I want to keep those who agree with the destiny of the company and work hard to make it better, rather than those who just leave for money or just grab a handful. "


    The human mind is the most wonderful thing. At the beginning, Guo Shouyun faced a company with a bright future, such as Apple, Amazon, etc., and could not wait to keep all the shares in his own hands. Now with the accumulation of knowledge and rich experience, this ''miser'' style of business is also changing little by little. Up to now, Guo Shouyun still believes that equity is very important. But on the condition that he has the absolute right to operate the company, he doesn''t mind giving the rest of the shares to those business elites who can make the company grow rapidly.


    After all, only when everyone gathers firewood can the flame be high! Now is not the time to get rich alone.


    "Okay, that''s it for today''s meeting, the board members stay, and the others can leave."


    As the others left, eight people, including Guo Shouyun, stayed. Logically, the composition of the board should be an odd number. But at present, Guo Shouyun does not plan to include new members when no more suitable candidates can be found. After all, the board of directors is the most senior decision-making level in the Pan Pacific Energy Group, and everyone here must be a top business elite who agrees with the company''s destiny.


    After the door was closed again, Guo Shouyun said: "You must also understand that the board of directors will be the top management of the company in the future. All major decisions about the company must be approved by the board of directors or myself."


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    Chapter 223 Big dream


    After a pause, after giving everyone time to digest, Guo Shouyun continued: Jonathan, I have adopted your strategy of increasing income and reducing expenditure. Next I''ll give you three months to clean up the interior. In three months, I want to see a concise and efficient leadership, a clear management system for rewards, punishments and promotions, and a company atmosphere of unity and improvement. Can you do that?


    Can!


    Jonathan Weir nodded without hesitation. He is about to get a platform to display his talents, and he is more confident than ever before.


    very good! In addition to this, you will submit to me a site selection and construction plan for the new power plant. In the next three years, Pan Pacific Power will achieve 6ooo megawatts of electricity growth.


    Boss, in terms of funding? f Jeff Durant Road.


    The construction of a power plant with a 6ooo megawatt capacitor requires about 500 million US dollars of capital. Even if half of it can be solved with loans, the remaining 2.5 billion US dollars cannot be solved by the now heavily indebted Pan Pacific Group through revenue.


    I''ll talk about funding later.


    Ricky Causey, who was soon the risk officer, quickly raised his right hand. With the permission of Guo Shouyun, the boss, now the entire annual electricity consumption of California can be satisfied with only 30,000 megawatts of installed capacity. At present, the installed capacity of power plants in the whole of California is between 2.~32,000 megawatts. Considering less electricity use in winter, supplementary electricity can be obtained from surrounding states and Canada in summer. Is it too wasteful to build a new 6ooo megawatt power plant? California just can''t handle this much electricity! Of course, if the boss intends to make money through energy trading, I think it can be done after the company''s operating conditions have improved.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, I can understand that Mr. Cousy is risky, but I have never limited Pan Pacific''s business scope to California! In addition, we should also understand a trend, as the price of interconnection and personal computers declines, the user''s demand for electricity continues to rise over time. In particular, California, as the state with the largest economy and the highest concentration of technology companies in the United States, this growth trend will be more obvious. In order to avoid the situation of short supply again, it is necessary to build the power plant in advance. Of course this requires a lot of money, but I will solve this problem.


    Ricky Causey nodded. As a risk officer, he had done his duty. How to make a decision, it is up to the chairman Guo Shouyun to make up his mind.


    Steve, as the CEO of Pan Pacific Utilities, you will not only have to cooperate with Jonathan to complete the internal reorganization of the company, but also come up with a feasible plan to improve the company''s aging line. I will deal with the specific funds needed. Guo Shouyun continued.


    Steve Jordan nodded with a serious expression. Among all the people present, his position span was the largest. Before being promoted to three subsidiaries by Guo Shouyun, he was only the general manager of the San Francisco branch of Pacific Power and Gas.


    Looking at this rigorous and steady German-American who performed best among the top executives of Pacific companies during the entire California energy crisis, Guo Shouyun continued after a little thought: Unlike the construction of new power plants, pipeline reconstruction can Start immediately. In this way, we also have a reason to lose power, thereby reducing the company''s losses in the ensuing energy crisis.


    Although Guo Shouyun knows that this approach will not play a decisive role in ending the energy crisis, it can save some money.


    clear!


    Of all people, John, you have no experience in the energy industry. However, Transpacific Energy Trading seeks to have a good user experience, which I have always emphasized when I was on LinkedIn. As long as you keep it simple and easy to operate, you''re halfway there. For the rest of the energy trading part, as well as the market, there will be dedicated people to assist you!


    John Roberts nodded. He was originally the director of LinkedIn''s social department, and now Guo Shouyun mentioned him to the position of Pan Pacific Energy Trading.


    Jeff, Chuck, and Rich, you are in charge of financial personnel and risk control, and you need to cooperate with Jonathan to complete the transformation of the company''s internal affairs!


    After the three nodded, Guo Shouyun turned his gaze to the only non-executive director next to him, Barbey Douglas, the former Pacific Power and Gas Company.


    This old executive who has been in the energy industry for many years, although he screwed up the company, but because of his mild personality, he has deep connections and prestige in the American energy circle. Guo Shouyun left him precisely because he planned to use this kind of prestige and connections.


    Mr. Douglas, I need your help with something!


    After nodding the phone, I looked at the respectful young man in his voice. You have kept our original promise, so I also kept my promise and did my best to help the development of Pan Pacific. Of course, as long as you can still see my old bones!


    Mr. Douglas is being too modest. I never doubted your abilities! The crisis in the Pacific is caused by external causes, not your own fault.


    After shaking his head with a wry smile, thank you for your compliment. Even though I know this is more out of respect, I''m very grateful! After taking a deep breath, let''s talk about your plan and see where I can help.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and didn''t say any more comforting words, otherwise it would not be respect, but humiliation.


    Presumably through the previous words, you also learned. I don''t intend to limit Pan Pacific''s operations to California. So, please come forward to represent the company and organize an acquisition team to make acquisitions of electric and natural gas utilities in the surrounding states.


    acquisition? Barber Douglas was stunned.


    good. Not only California''s utilities, but their counterparts in surrounding states, have been hit hard during the California energy crisis. Now is the time to eat them at the bottom price.


    Electric and natural gas utility companies in surrounding states, affected by the California energy crisis, have not yet collapsed, but are also heavily indebted. Are you not afraid of the loss when you buy them? After calming down, Barbey Douglas stared at the young man opposite and said.


    Don''t be afraid. Since I plan to eat them, I will naturally bear the loss! Guo Shouyun said to himself with a smile.


    The huge amount of money earned from gold speculation requires an investment direction, and the interconnection cannot accommodate so much money. The financial industry is fine, but he does not intend to get involved in the securities and banking industry due to concerns about Goldman Sachs, Citi Seymour and Bank of America.


    In terms of asset management and wealth management, Anshuo has not yet digested it and is not suitable for large-scale expansion.


    In the media industry, the other party he likes will not sell it, and the one who can sell it will temporarily dislike it, or the opportunity is not there yet.


    In the high-tech industry, after winning Apple, his desire has been greatly satisfied, and he does not need to continue to expand for the time being. The most important thing is that the timing is not right.


    It is the newly entered energy industry, because of the energy crisis in California and the downturn in the US economy after the Nasdaq crisis, there are almost all opportunities. Moreover, it has great development potential, and the demand for funds is also large. The most important thing is to wait until three years from now, when energy prices skyrocket, and profits will roll in.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s confident expression and realizing that he was not lying, Barbey Douglas nodded.


    Do you have specific goals?


    not yet! However, Pan Pacific''s development direction is to build a US 50 states, including Washington, D.C., the largest electric and natural gas utility company. Mr. Douglas can negotiate acquisitions as long as it is a company that is helpful to this goal!


    When Guo Shouyun''s words fell, not only did Barbey Douglas show a shocked expression on his face, but the rest of the people around were also surprised at how huge his ambition was.


    Do you know how much money your plan will need to be realized? Barbey Douglas looked at Guo Shouyun with a look of a lunatic and asked how much?


    At least $2oo billion!


    2oo billion? Much lower than I thought! Guo Shouyun nodded.


    When the words fell, he smiled when he saw that the jaws of everyone around him were about to fall.


    Guys, don''t be so surprised. I know what I just said is a huge dream for Pan Pacific right now. But if it takes the same amount of energy to do a big dream as a small dream, why don''t we make the dream bigger? And, I also believe that as long as we strive to move in this direction, it will come true one day.


    After a pause, seeing how everyone was still speechless, Guo Shouyun continued: Since everyone still thinks it''s unrealistic, let''s make it a reality step by step! Mr. Douglas, in the next six months, please pay attention to the public utility companies in the three states of Nevada, Oregon and Washington. I will spend 400 million dollars to support the expansion of Pan Pacific in these three states!


    40 billion dollars! ?


    This is obviously a surprising number.


    Boss, you must know that there are now three companies under the group! Jeff Durant, the chief financial officer, couldn''t help but reminded.


    Of course I know. But don''t worry about funding. Whether it is a power subsidiary, a utility subsidiary, or an energy transaction that supports the funds, I will definitely support it. But one thing, if anyone wastes my investment, then he can say goodbye to Pan Pacific! Guo Shouyun was decisive.


    Well, today''s meeting is temporarily opened here. After you go back, write a work report for the third quarter and a proposal for the company''s development plan for the next three years to me.


    After explaining, Guo Shouyun stood up.


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 Chapter 224： Solomons Harvest

    Chapter 224 Solomon''s Harvest&1t;/


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    "Boss, please wait a moment, there is one more thing for you to decide!" Jonathan Weir stopped. &1t;/


    "Oh, what''s the matter?"&1t;/


    "The company''s headquarters will be in San Francisco or Los Angeles?"&1t;/


    San Francisco was originally the headquarters of Pacific Electric and Natural Gas, while Los Angeles was the headquarters of Southern California Edison. &1t;/


    "What do you think?" Guo Shouyun smiled. &1t;/


    "San Francisco!"&1t;/


    Looking at his deep eyes, Jonathan Weil said calmly. &1t;/


    "Then San Francisco!"&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun was obviously satisfied with his answer. Moving the headquarters to San Francisco is certainly a more difficult gesture than Los Angeles. The first thing he had to do was to remove the hostility in the hearts of Pacific Power and Gas employees. After all, most of the top executives of Pan Pacific are from Southern California, which will make Pacific employees feel that the company is being acquired, which will affect the internal stability of the company. &1t;/


    Now Jonathan Weir chooses to face up to this difficulty and actively solve it, which is exactly what Guo Shouyun wants. &1t;/


    "By the way, is my office ready?" Guo Shouyun asked. &1t;/


    "It''s on the third floor, I think you''ll like it!"&1t;/


    Barbey Douglas, the former Pacific Company e said. &1t;/


    In fact, Guo Shouyun''s office is his previous office. After selling the company, the place representing the chairman''s authority naturally belongs to his new owner. &1t;/


    Guo Shouyun, who knew this well, nodded and didn''t say anything more about it. Although he doesn''t care about the office environment, sometimes he has to make a gesture to show his status to the outside world. &1t;/


    "Jeff, come to my office tomorrow."&1t;/


    Jeff Durant, now the chief financial officer of Pan Pacific Energy Group, responded earnestly. &1t;/


    "Who else has anything to do? If you have nothing to do, the meeting will be dismissed!"&1t;/


    After seeing the other seven people shaking their heads, Guo Shouyun waved his hand, handed the document to Wendy in the back, turned and walked out of the conference room. &1t;/


    After the rest of the people exchanged glances, they also walked out one after another. As can be expected from today''s meeting, the future of Pan Pacific Energy Group is not destined to be peaceful. Because she has ushered in a leader who may be more genius, maybe more crazy. &1t;/


    But it''s a delight for those eager to advance in their careers. Because before, whether it was Pacific Ocean or Southern California Edison, after years of development and the public sector was too closed, there was a sense of twilight inside the company. Moreover, there are many problems such as overstaffing, inefficiency, bureaucracy, and lack of sensitivity to market changes. It is precisely because of these problems that they were caught by the loopholes of Enron and other energy trading companies and were almost closed down. &1t;/


    "Boss, are you going home?" asked the bodyguard who acted as the driver. &1t;/


    "No, go to Hanshan Courtyard!"&1t;/


    After agreeing, the driver started the car and quickly joined the busy traffic in San Francisco. &1t;/


    Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the back seat, pondered for a while, "Wendy, please make an appointment with Mr. Bill Lockyer when I go back later. I need to chat with him."&1t;/


    Now that he has taken over the Pacific Ocean and Southern California, the dilemma of California''s energy crisis has been placed in front of him, and it is time to implement some of the plans he had planned before. &1t;/


    "Yes!"&1t;/


    After leaving the downtown area of ??San Francisco, the car quickly lifted up, and about half an hour later, it stopped in the parking lot outside your main building in Fragrant Hills Courtyard. &1t;/


    "Sir!"&1t;/


    George Fields, the housekeeper, greeted him. &1t;/


    "George, prepare dinner, I''m a little hungry."&1t;/


    "Okay!"&1t;/


    After the explanation, Guo Shouyun came to the ''Golden Room'' on the second floor, where Zhang Shaoling was leading his team to pay attention to the gold price in the world''s major gold trading markets in real time, and all related news. However, the mood in the gold house is noticeably more relaxed now than it was when Argentina''s debt crisis exploded. After all, their goal is clear, not to sell until gold reaches $2o an ounce. &1t;/


    "Boss!"&1t;/


    ��bss!����&1t;/


    Seeing Guo Shouyun coming in, everyone stood up warmly and respectfully to say hello. The young and extremely talented boss has already won their hearts through generous dividends. &1t;/


    He waved his hand, motioned them to sit down, and walked to Zhang Shaoling''s side. &1t;/


    "Has the price changed today?"&1t;/


    "Yes, the price of Chicago gold futures has just risen by 7 basis points." &1t;/


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "So it''s only 23 basis points away from our selling price of US$20 per ounce?"&1t;/


    "Yes!" Zhang Shaoling nodded with excitement in his expression, "In the first week of May, the Argentine peso depreciated by 5%, the price index of major industrial products rose by 3.6%, and the overnight lending rate rose from % to 45%. And the stock market and bond market are falling, and it is a matter of time before the financial crisis explodes. Therefore, it is almost certain that the price of gold will rise to US$20."&1t;/


    "...In addition, due to the financial crisis in Argentina, the Uruguay stock market fell by 27 points, the Chilean bond market fell by 3.%, and the stock and bond markets of Brazil, Paraguay, and Bolivia all fell to varying degrees. It is expected that this It is an economic crisis that has spread throughout South America! Affected by this, as a safe-haven asset, the price of gold will definitely have a stable upward space. I think the price of gold will have a chance to break through the high point of 3oo US dollars per ounce in the next two months!" &1t ;/


    "Do you mean to wait until the gold price reaches $3oo per ounce?" Guo Shouyun asked. &1t;/


    "No, the risk of 3oo dollars is too high. But we can look forward to 25 dollars. After all, for every dollar of gold prices, we can make a profit of 293 million dollars!" Zhang Shaoling said excitedly and looking forward to it. &1t;/


    At the beginning of April, Guo Shouyun invested 700 million US dollars and leveraged 1:10 to leverage 70 billion US dollars to hold 2.73 million lots of gold futures positions. Later, he continued to invest some funds of Thunder Fund clients into it. Now The entire ''Solomon Gold Trading Team'' holds a total of 2.93 million gold futures contracts. According to the trading rules of 100 ounces of gold per lot, the Thunder Fund can earn an additional $293 million for every dollar that the price of gold rises. This is indeed an extremely moving number, and it is full of temptations that are hard to resist. &1t;/


    After all, you don''t need to do anything, just wait quietly, and you can earn profits that other industrial companies may have worked hard for a year. This kind of low investment, high return, and even making money while lying down, almost makes people subconsciously forget its dangers. &1t;/


    Looking at the beating numbers on the display, Guo Shouyun felt a little emotional. When a bountiful harvest is in sight, the greed that comes from within makes it hard to resist the temptation. &1t;/


    "But in most cases, no one knows whether there is a bottomless abyss behind the seemingly delicious harvest!"&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun, who had personally experienced the subprime mortgage crisis, shook his head under Zhang Shaoling''s expectant gaze. With his little experience in buying and selling gold futures on a certain treasure in his previous life, if he wants to lose his pants without losing money, he must set an acceptable downside space and expected profit space in advance. Once the fall in gold prices breaks down the warning line, even losses must be resolutely sold. Similarly, if the price of gold rises more than the expected profit value, it must be sold firmly even if it is still rising. &1t;/


    In the ever-changing futures market, being cautious and maintaining the bottom line and principles is always the most correct way of doing business. &1t;/


    ��Reward is proportional to risk. From a buy price of $256 an ounce, to a sell price of $2o, if all goes well, 2.93 million lots of gold is enough to earn us a huge $7o.32 billion in revenue. No need In order to take a higher risk for another 000 million US dollars, otherwise it will be a small thing to regret, and the loss of funds is the real big thing.��&1t;/


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s calm eyes revealing vicissitudes, Zhang Shaoling, who was originally excited and excited, gradually calmed down under his influence. &1t;/


    The other members of the Solomon Gold Group who heard the conversation between the two also showed admiration on their faces when they looked at Guo Shouyun''s figure. &1t;/


    Not everyone can remain calm in the face of temptation. &1t;/


    "Boss, I will follow your request and sell all my gold positions when the price of 20 yuan comes!"&1t;/


    "Yeah!" He smiled and patted his forearm, "By the way, have you done what I told you?"&1t;/


    "It''s done! Wait a minute I''ll get it!"&1t;/


    After nodding, Zhang Shaoling quickly took out a document from the safe next to his desk and handed it to Guo Shouyun. &1t;/


    "From the establishment of the Solomon Gold trading team to the present, it has taken a total of three months to receive your own investment of 5.2 billion US dollars and other customers'' investment of 230 million US dollars. If this transaction can be successfully completed at the price of 2o US dollars per ounce , then the two operations on gold futures, Leiting earned a total of 4.09 billion US dollars in huge profits, creating .2 times the amount of revenue. According to the contract we signed with our customers, if the annual revenue can exceed the investment of one percent times, then we have the right to get 40% of it as a service fee. That is to say, the capital of Thunder Fund''s Solomon Gold Trading Team will reach 4.56 billion US dollars!" Zhang Shaoling said excitedly. &1t;/


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Don''t forget the capital gains tax. We have to pay 25% of our total revenue for less than a year!"&1t;/


    "According to the federal tax code, we won''t pay taxes until April next year. The $4.56 billion is now in our hands for at least a year. A year is enough for us to double that number or more. ��&1t;/


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and said: "It''s good to have confidence, but there are not many opportunities like the ''economic crisis in Argentina''. Therefore, don''t expect a profit every time you trade. Just keep a normal mind and maintain an annual 20% You are the best team!"&1t;/


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 Chapter 225： must win bet

    Chapter 225 The sure-win bet


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    Guo Shouyun could see that the continuous success had inflated the confidence of Zhang Shaoling and his team. But this is also human nature. After all, they are all young people who have just entered the financial circle, with little experience and lack of calmness. Of course, Guo Shouyun is younger than them, but the combined experience of his two lifetimes, especially his life experience, is richer than them.


    "It seems that they have to suffer some losses!"


    Guo Shouyun secretly said in his heart. It''s easy for a complacent team to make a big mistake.


    Despite this plan, how to let the entire team learn a lesson without completely losing their confidence is also a matter of considerable thought and a test of Guo Shouyun''s management skills.


    "By the way, after this gold transaction is completed, I''m going to donate all my own investment and the money earned from this fund!" After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun smiled meaningfully.


    "Donate? All?"


    Zhang Shaoling was surprised.


    "Um!"


    "Boss, it is indeed a good thing to do charity, and I support you very much. But shouldn''t you also leave some capital for the company?" Zhang Shaoling couldn''t help saying.


    "What? The client funds of Thunder Fund reached 1.123 billion US dollars, plus the income from two gold futures investments, after deducting service fees, it is also close to 1.6 billion US dollars. Is this amount of funds not enough for you to operate?" Guo Shouyun asked rhetorically.


    The 1.6 billion capital is definitely enough before joining the Thunder, even their dream. But now that it has become a habit to operate tens of billions of positions, and then trade the 1.6 billion US dollars, even if you add leverage, it will not exceed 10 billion of funds. No matter what, it feels small. You know, what he expects is that even if Guo Shouyun wants to withdraw his investment, he will leave at least the capital from two gold investments for them to operate. Now, that hope seems to be in vain.


    Moreover, there is another thought pressing on Zhang Shaoling and all the ''Solomon Gold Trading Team''. According to the agreement they signed, if their investment buying and selling were all from Guo Shouyun''s strategy, then in the end they could only get a bonus equivalent to 1% of the total profit. But if it is their own profit, they can get 5%.


    Obviously, the profit made by 1.6 billion US dollars and the profit made by 4.56 billion US dollars are two completely different concepts.


    Looking at Zhang Shaoling who hesitated to speak, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "How about we make a bet?"


    "bet?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and continued: "It''s May 7th, and we will limit it to three months. During these three months, your team and I will trade 100 million US dollars together. If after three months, you will earn The profit from the withdrawal can surpass me. Then the $4.56 billion will be left to you to trade. If you lose, the money will be donated as I said. How?��


    "Boss, are you serious?" Zhang Shaoling''s eyes were full of light and a strong desire to challenge.


    "I never break my promise!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "That''s for sure!"


    Looking at Zhang Shaoling''s right palm that stretched out towards him, while laughing dumbly, he reached out and patted the other side.


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say. Get busy!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun turned around and left the room.


    "For the money, for the beauty, for the beautiful beaches of Brazil, we''re going to beat the boss...!"


    Listening to the faint voice inside, Guo Shouyun quickly recognized that he belonged to the most active trader, Louis Kikan.


    After a smile appeared on his face, Guo Shouyun stopped to listen for a while, but did not go back.


    "Boss, are you confident that you can win the bet?"


    Wendy asked after returning to the living room.


    "No!"


    "No?"


    Looking at her surprised expression, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Every member of the Solomon team is a financial elite that I have carefully selected. There is no doubt about their ability. After all, my strength is not as good as their entire team."


    "Then why did you make that bet just now?"


    "Just give them some encouragement!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    In fact, without including the special period of 9.11, he really has no chance of winning. But knowing the general situation, he can guarantee that he can definitely make money in gold. The reason is very simple, just ''do more''. Even if the price he bought when he opened a position would drop to a certain extent, it would also rise back at the time of 9.11.


    Of course, if the price of gold can break through his psychological selling price, then he doesn''t mind doing a few short-term trades before the 9/11 node.


    As for the bet just now. If after three months, Zhang Shaoling''s team made more money in gold than him, then it proves that they really have extraordinary talents in gold investment. Guo Shouyun can also rest assured that the 4.56 billion US dollars of funds will be handed over to them for management.


    If they fail in the end, the $100 million won''t be the amount he can afford to lose. Moreover, his income in gold can offset losses. By the way, let the entire Solomon Gold trading team learn a lesson and let them grow.


    Therefore, although Guo Shouyun is not sure of the gamble that he will definitely win. But in the long run, he must win in the end.


    "Did you ask Bill Lockyer?"


    "I asked. At 9:30 in the morning the day after tomorrow, he asked you to meet at York Arena!"


    "York Arena?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise.


    "Yes, a tennis gym near the California Attorney''s Office!"


    "Tennis?" Guo Shouyun nodded. He''s not very proficient in tennis, but he can also play twice.


    "Also, here''s a fax from Qin to you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after taking a look, his face showed satisfaction. For WorldCom, Arthur Andersen and Enron''s credit default swaps, Qin Zhicheng has purchased nearly 500 million US dollars. And this document is a copy of the contract. After he signs it, Qin Zhicheng can get the money from Wendy''s hand, thus officially making the contract effective.


    After reading it, he took the pen in Wendy''s hand, signed his name, and exchanged it.


    "Let him go over there!"


    "Yes! ... Besides, Qin has an email in your mailbox!"


    "mail?"


    After talking, Guo Shouyun got up and went back to his desk. After turning on the computer, he clicked on the mailbox. Sure enough, it showed that he had an unread email.


    After clicking it carefully, Guo Shouyun''s brows gradually wrinkled. It took more than half an hour to read this material, and after thinking for a while, he picked up the phone on the table and called Qin Zhicheng.


    Obviously, Qin Zhicheng had long thought that he would call, so the call was made very quickly.


    "boss!"


    "I read your email. Do Tyco International and Adelphia Communications really have financial frauds as stated in your information?" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "Eighty percent chance!"


    "8o%? This is not a low number. How did you find it?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Since my boss asked me to buy the credit default swaps of Arthur Andersen and WorldCom, I have been collecting information on these two companies. Now Arthur Andersen has their names on the cooperation list, and I got to know them out of curiosity. Now, these two companies have one thing in common with Enron, WorldCom and Arthur Andersen."


    "Common ground?"


    "Yes! They all adopted the ''fair value calculation method''!" When referring to the last few words, Qin Zhicheng obviously aggravated his tone.


    "Fair calculation method", Guo Shouyun''s eyes instantly became deep. As a graduate of Stanford University''s Department of Economics, he naturally understands the meaning of "fair value calculation".


    Generally speaking, the financial calculation method that everyone is familiar with is called the ''general financial calculation method''. Enterprises adopting this method of financial statistics will clearly calculate the loss, income, current assets, non-current assets, etc. of one year when making the company''s balance sheet. If you make a dollar, you will count the revenue of one dollar, and if you lose five cents, you will count the loss of fifty cents. Everything is clear.


    But this is not the case with the ''fair value calculation''. It counts income first. For example, to build a power plant. When the power plant first started construction, and sometimes it was still on the drawing sheet and not generating any revenue, it was already counted on the company''s balance sheet.


    Moreover, even in the next ten years, twenty years, or even longer, this power plant will not generate positive income, and the revenue it normally generates will be counted. To put it simply: even if this power plant does not make a dime, it is a profitable enterprise that can generate complete income under the ''fair value calculation method''.


    Some people say: tmd is this not a liar? Yes, this is a liar. This is also the reason why Enron, WorldCom, and Arthur Andersen will have financial scandals. It directly contributed to the birth of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.


    What is the source of this financial fraud? Of course, the heart of American finance - Wall Street. Anyone who knows stocks knows that the higher the revenue of a company, the more popular her stock is in the market. Especially in the 1990s, when the U.S. economy was in a bull market, all Wall Street financial giants would help you cover up financial loopholes, increase revenue, and increase stock prices. In the process of rising stock prices, they not only bought low and sold high to make a profit, but also made these companies with financial loopholes willingly sign loan orders with high interest.


    In this case, Wall Street financial giants and big business executives are happy because they are making big money. However, ordinary investors and investment institutions such as pension funds and retirement funds have become the last culprits.


    However, when the Nasdaq crisis occurred and the bull market turned bear market, the game of financial fraud could not be played. After all, ''fair value calculation'' is just a financial statistical method. If there is no real asset that can generate profits to support it, it is just a paper tiger after all!


    "Have you read their balance sheet?" Guo Shouyun continued to ask.


    "Look, I analyzed the balance sheets of Tyco International and Adelphia over the past ten years, and I have read the operating information disclosed by them in detail."


    "The results of it?"


    "Tyco International''s financial loopholes are even bigger, but Adelphia is more likely to fail by comparison!"


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, Tyco International is much stronger than Adelphia. The former has an operating income of 4o2 billion US dollars, and the number of employees exceeds 260,000, ranking 91st in the world''s top 5oo. By comparison, Adelphia is the fifth-largest cable provider in the U.S., with just under $600 million in revenue. The ability to resist risks is naturally not as good as Tyco International.


    "Strong strength does not mean ''too big to fail''. In addition, the balance sheet is only a part of the company''s true financial situation, and off-balance sheet assets are the key." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Off-balance sheet assets are the core secrets of a company. It will be difficult to find out for a while. However, there is no real data on off-balance sheet assets, and from the existing information, their situation is also very bad. In addition, now the United States The energy market in China has been sluggish. The telecommunications market has been dragged down by the Nasdaq crisis, and it has also been bankrupt and closed. Therefore, the situation of these two companies will definitely not be good.��


    After frowning slightly and thinking for a moment, Guo Shouyun continued, "How did you think about it?... Short?"


    "Short Tyco International and buy Adelphia''s default swap products!" Qin Zhi said.


    In Qin Zhicheng''s heart, UU reading www. uukanshu.com has always believed that Adelphia''s situation is worse than Tyco International.


    "How much money do you need?" Guo Shouyun said after thinking about it.


    "$300 million to $500 million. Preferably $500 million!"


    "You''re not polite at all." Guo Shouyun smiled, and after thinking for a moment, "It''s easy for me to support you. Prepare a more detailed document for me."


    "I have prepared a 200-page document, and I will fax it to you right away."


    "Looks like you came prepared!"


    "How dare I disturb you if you are not prepared."


    "Don''t do this for me. I don''t know you yet!" After scolding with a smile, "Okay, I''ll hang up. I''m just calling you, I haven''t eaten dinner yet!"


    ��Have a nice meal, boss! Bye!��


    Shaking his head slightly, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone after saying "goodbye". Turning his head to look at the unclosed emails on the computer screen, his brows furrowed again. For the fraud scandals in the American corporate world that exploded in the early 21st century, he was most impressed by the four companies Enron, WorldCom, Arthur Andersen and Vidiwang. Of course, he also knows that to have such a great influence and directly contribute to the birth of the "Sarbanes-Oxley Act", it is certainly not just these companies that have financial fraud. But it''s been a long time, and he can''t remember it.


    "Let''s talk after reading Lao Qin''s information!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun turned off the computer, turned and walked out of the study. In the restaurant on the first floor, George Fields has prepared an exquisite Chinese dinner according to his instructions.


    After dinner, I called Molly Bevan in Essex, England as usual, and after writing for a while, I went to bed on time at 10:30 in the evening.


    Then, all night long!


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 Chapter 226： Enrons connections

    Chapter 226 Enron''s connections


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    The next day Guo Shouyun came to the headquarters of Pan Pacific Group again after having breakfast. This 22-story, 180,000-square-meter commercial building in downtown San Francisco was built in the 1980s and had been the headquarters of Pacific Power and Natural Gas.


    "Boss, morning!"


    "Boss, good morning!"


    Passing employees greeted each other respectfully, and while nodding, Guo Shouyun took the elevator straight to the 22nd floor, and followed the sign on the door to find his office. The office is divided into inner and outer rooms, the outer room is about 40 square meters, which is reserved for the secretary''s office. The inner space is about 100 square meters, not too big, but enough.


    After briefly getting acquainted with the office environment, Guo Shouyun, who was not very demanding, directly asked Wendy to call and find Jeff Durant.


    The CEO, who had been notified yesterday, obviously had already prepared everything. Not long after Wendy''s call came in, he had already sat in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "boss!"


    "sit!"


    After pointing to the sofa opposite the reception area, the two sat down. Wendy served them coffee, and the atmosphere of the conversation intensified.


    "I brought you here mainly for one thing...!"


    "Solving the company''s financial problems?"


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Boss, before I start, I have to tell you some bad news. The company just got a call from Enron, Dali, El Paso, and they''re raising the price of their natural gas by $1.20 per million British thermal units, Electricity sales price increased by $0.5 per kilowatt hour. And they also said that with the increase in energy supply prices, the possibility of continuing to increase prices is not ruled out!" Jeff Durant said angrily and helplessly.


    As the former chief financial officer of Southern California Edison, he has seen this kind of thing so many times in the past year that he is close to numbness.


    "How much will the price increase bring us?" Guo Shouyun said calmly. He had expected that Enron''s allies would raise the price of natural gas and electricity after he bought two companies in Southern California and the Pacific, but he didn''t expect these guys to be so impatient.


    ��We have 10.37 million electricity customers, and 6.78 million natural gas customers. When they raised prices, they increased our monthly losses by $125 million. The most important thing is that it is now approaching mid-May, and the peak summer electricity consumption season will be approaching. Here it is. If the price of electricity and natural gas supply continues to rise, then our losses will continue to increase.�� Jeff Durant worries.


    Now Pan Pacific Energy Group''s monthly floating loss is close to 500 million US dollars, and the price increase of the Enron Allies directly increases their floating loss to 600 million. If Enron continues to increase prices, the loss value is likely to exceed 700 million, 800 million, 900 million, or even 1 billion. Although Guo Shouyun made more than 10 billion in gold futures, he couldn''t help but suffer such a large loss.


    "Enron''s looting of California''s energy market must be stopped!"


    Guo Shouyun was decisive.


    "Boss, it''s not easy to do." Jeff Durant shook his head, "It''s too difficult. We worked hard when we were in the Pacific Ocean. It''s a pity that Kenneth Lee is in Washington, especially the Federal Energy Commission''s The influence is too strong.��


    "Specifically?" Guo Shouyun said.


    After agreeing, Jeff Durant continued: "Although Kenneth Lee is the chairman and CEO of Enron, he is more focused on Washington, that is, the political world. People who know him say that he is more He is like a politician rather than an entrepreneur. However, he does have superb communication skills. With the platform of Enron, he has made many influential friends in Washington. Among them are the Walker brothers, the former bosses of Exxon Oil Company, Retired Admiral Herbert Winock, Nixon Secretary of the Interior Roger Morton, etc."


    "Particularly Pinkney Walker, one of the Walker brothers, who was appointed by President Richard Nixon to manage the Federal Energy Commission, although he had only 18 months, Kenneth Lee, who was his deputy at the time, relied on his own Impressed by his talent, he was appointed by Nixon''s White House office as Deputy Energy Secretary of the Interior Department, a position that helped Kenneth Lee amass a rich network of contacts that helped him tap into those who were influenced by the administration''s policies at the time. Natural gas and electricity trading markets, and laid the foundation for Enron��s rapid growth. And now it is because of Kenneth Lee��s influence in the federal energy system that the proposal to cap electricity prices is so difficult to pass within the government.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    "In addition to Kenneth Lee, companies that benefit from the energy crisis are also exerting their influence. That''s the key difficulty!"


    "Yes. In addition to energy trading companies such as Enron, Dalizhi, and El Paso, power companies such as Duke Energy, Myron, Canada Power, Baoying, and even some natural gas production companies are all in the energy crisis for their benefit. Played the role of looters with an astonishing network of connections. The electric and natural gas utilities they ''looted'' have limited influence in Washington because of past policies and closed state energy markets. Over the years, the loss is staggering!"


    "Are all western states affected by the energy crisis?"


    "Yes! California, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Ihoda, Utah, Arizona, the closer you get to California, the more severe the impact of the energy crisis."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Enron and Dalizhi have raised the prices of electricity and natural gas again. Will other electricity and utility companies be affected as well?"


    "Of course. It would be illegal if they treated them differently and only raised prices for Pan Pacific. That would be a better solution."


    Hearing this, after thinking for a moment, "The issue of rising electricity and natural gas supply prices will be discussed here for the time being. How to solve it, I will find a way. Now let''s talk about the company''s financial problems."


    Jeff Durant cheers up, and the biggest thing Pan Pacific lacks right now is money. A year of California''s energy crisis wiped out decades of accumulation by both companies.


    ��During the three-month corporate reorganization period, power companies only need some administrative expenses. But the utilities are the big ones. Buying the rising electricity and gas, and upgrading the aging power supply equipment and gas transmission equipment. , all require huge amounts of money. On a monthly basis, about an additional monthly expenditure of about 820 million US dollars.��


    "The construction cost of the energy trading website, as well as the entire company''s administrative, pension, logistics and other expenses, is about 123 million US dollars per month. Without accounting for mergers and acquisitions, the entire Pan Pacific company will have a revenue of 17.127 billion US dollars. On the basis, an extra $943 million per month is required to maintain the normal operation of the entire company! ��Is this calculation okay?��


    Looking at the document that Guo Shouyun handed over, and after reading it in detail, Jeff Durant nodded.


    "Before the California energy crisis, the net profit of the two companies could be maintained at about 1.8 billion US dollars, and now...!" Jeff Durant sighed.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Don''t be discouraged, the energy crisis in California will always pass. As for the funds, I have already prepared them. Three days later, the first $3 billion will be credited to the company''s account. There is also a second and third investment.��


    Now the entire Pan Pacific Energy Group shares are in his hands, and the investment is not involved in equity disputes, so Guo Shouyun can invest without hesitation.


    Although $3 billion is a lot, Jeff Durant, who knows Guo Shouyun''s financial situation, is not surprised that he can come up with so much money.


    "...1 billion of the $3 billion is kept in the company''s finances to meet the company''s normal expenses. The remaining $2 billion is used as an investment!"


    "Investment?" Jeff Durant asked in surprise.


    "Not bad!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively. According to the gambling agreements he signed with Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi and Bank of America. If within half a year, Pan Pacific loses more than 2 billion US dollars they have the right to buy all the shares from Guo Shouyun with half of the company''s actual value.


    Now that Enron and its allies are raising the price of electricity and natural gas, Pan Pacific Energy''s revenue from energy and utilities alone could cost the company more than $2 billion in losses for up to three months. Even if Guo Shouyun intends to continue to acquire other public utility companies, this loss value will come faster. So he has to create revenue for the company outside of energy and utilities to balance the bills. One of the best ways is to invest, or speculate.


    "I am personally responsible for this matter. Your task is to maintain the company''s finances and cooperate with Jonathan''s integration of the company!"


    Jeff Durant nodded. He knew the big boss''s talent in investment, so he wisely didn''t ask more.


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just then, there was a knock on the door.


    "Boss, Mr. Douglas is here!" Wendy pushed in the door and said.


    "Please come in."


    The latter nodded and turned to let Barber Douglas, who was standing outside, come in.


    "Didn''t disturb your work, did you?"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun and Jeff Durant sitting on the sofa, the gray-haired visitor laughed.


    "It''s okay, we''re done talking."


    Guo Shouyun stood up with a smile.


    "Boss, if it''s okay, then I''ll go first!"


    After nodding with Barber Douglas, Jeff Durant said.


    "Okay, remember my words. If you have any questions, give feedback in time!"


    "Yes!"


    After the latter agreed, he turned and walked out of the room.


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 Chapter 227： Furious Guo Shouyun

    Chapter 227 The furious Guo Shouyun


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    "Please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    After being polite, Barbey Douglas took out a document from his briefcase and handed it to Guo Shouyun after he sat down.


    "what is this?"


    "Aren''t you going to buy other utilities, these are lists!"


    "So fast?" Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    "I''ve been in the energy and utilities industry for most of my life and have connections with major shareholders and managers of most companies in the same industry in the United States. I don''t know how much the year-long California energy crisis has done to their businesses. Accurate data, but I also have a rough idea in my mind. Also, I can roughly guess how likely those companies are to sell. So it��s not difficult to come up with an M&A catalog.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement, looked at the information in his hand, and then looked at the gray-haired old man on the opposite side. I couldn''t help but sighed to myself: How correct the decision to leave the other party was at the beginning!


    "There is an old man in a family, if there is a treasure", no matter where it is, in most cases it is a famous saying!


    After flipping through the information in his hand and reading the brief introduction, Guo Shouyun picked up a pen and drew on it. After scrutinizing it, I felt that there was no problem, and returned the information.


    "I want to buy these companies."


    "Oregon Electric & Gas, Seattle Electric, Legend Gas...!"


    There are a total of seven companies drawn by Guo Shouyun, corresponding to the six states of Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Ihoda, Utah, and Arizona. Two of them: Seattle Power and Legend Gas are also located in Washington, respectively. is the first and second largest electric and natural gas utility in the state. The combined population of the seven states is close to 2ooo million. Although only half of California''s, it would take at least $300 million to win the largest electric and natural gas companies in these states.


    After reading it, Barbey Douglas nodded, "In the current situation, it is not difficult to acquire them. But you must be clear that once the acquisition is completed, their debts will overwhelm Pan Pacific. If the California energy crisis If it doesn''t end, the monthly loss will exceed 800 million US dollars. Are you sure you can withstand such financial pressure?"


    "Don''t worry, since I dare to do it, I can naturally bear it!" Guo Shouyun said to himself.


    The old and deep stared at the young man opposite for a moment, but did not show any wavering or hesitation, Barbey Douglas nodded and said: "In this case, the acquisition is left to me. I promise. The acquisition of seven companies will be completed at the most reasonable price."


    "I believe in your ability. In addition, I don''t mind spending a little more money. But it must be fast. Otherwise, it may not be easy to think about such a large-scale acquisition of a utility company when the California energy crisis is over." Guo Shouyun emphasized road.


    Glancing at him, "You are really special. When others are afraid of the utility company, you are so active in participating in it."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "The energy crisis in California is seen by others as a disaster that they want to escape, but it is indeed a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in my opinion. Just seize this opportunity, integrate companies of the same type as much as possible, and occupy a wider area. market, then when the crisis is over, what I get will be a brighter future.��


    Barbey Douglas nodded in agreement, "In general, this idea is correct, but the premise is that you have sufficient capital reserves. Otherwise, even if you realize the opportunity, you will not be able to grasp it. You will even be dragged down by it. ."


    "I have enough money ready. Also, if you have enough energy. All U.S. utilities can be on our takeover list."


    Barbey Douglas'' pupils shrank, and after a long time he said: "Although I know that the next question will involve some secrets, I can''t help but ask: Did your Thunder Fund make money from gold speculation? How much?"


    Everyone who knows Guo Shouyun knows that he has made a lot of money from speculation in gold futures, but no one knows how much he has made.


    "You will know when the Thunder Fund has been established for a year and announces its results." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    This kind of confidential matter, he will not tell anyone except people he really trusts.


    After sighing in disappointment, Barbey Douglas shrugged. He had expected this outcome.


    "By the way, I still have a fund in my hand, can I give it to Thunder for operation?"


    "Of course. But now we''re not accepting clients with funds under $100,000!"


    "It''s okay, I put in $2ooo!"


    "Then Thunder is very honored to be able to cooperate with you!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Barbey Douglas nodded, "The money will be credited to the Thunder''s account soon. Now, I''m going to work on this."


    He raised his hand to signal the document in his hand, and after Guo Shouyun responded, he walked out.


    After sending Barbey Douglas away, Guo Shouyun, who was just about to return to the office, suddenly rang his phone in his pocket.


    "Hey, Tim, what''s the matter? . . . what?"


    The news on the phone made Guo Shouyun suddenly change color, "I see, I''ll go over immediately!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun turned to go out with anger in his eyes.


    "boss��?"


    "Come on, follow me to LinkedIn!"


    After noticing the heaviness on Guo Shouyun''s face, Wendy felt a **** in her heart and quickly followed.


    ��


    The Hills Tower in Silicon Valley, where LinkedIn is headquartered. When Guo Shouyun walked in, he could already feel the subtle atmosphere in the company.


    After striding into the elevator to the large conference room on the top floor, LinkedIn CEO Tim George, Chief Financial Officer David Verne, Chief Human Resources Officer Frank Arnell, Chief Risk Officer John Belden, Chief Technical Officer, his partner Martin Alexander. And the heads of various departments such as LinkedIn News, LinkedIn Agency, LinkedIn Fortune Network, and LinkedIn Business Unit are all waiting for him here.


    "boss!"


    "Boss!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun with a gloomy expression and growing power, the senior officials of LinkedIn were full of respect. Although the big boss who founded LinkedIn does not come to the company very often, he has long guided the rapid development of LinkedIn through a visionary development strategy. In the past year and a half, LinkedIn has become the world''s largest professional social networking site involving 13 countries around the world, with more than 2500,000 registered users.


    "Where''s the stuff?"


    Guo Shouyun, who walked to the center of the conference room, did not sit down and asked directly.


    Tim George turned on the center projector, and soon the front page of Yahoo News appeared on the screen.


    "LinkedIn massive data breach, site security questionable!"


    The bold and enlarged font is so dazzling in Guo Shouyun''s view. No one knows better than him how badly user data leaks can affect Internet companies. Looking at Facebook''s hundreds of billions of assets, after being exposed to user data leaks, Zucker Berg, the chairman and CEO, has to personally Come forward and apologize. Not to mention now. If this incident is not handled properly and users lose their trust, LinkedIn will end up going bankrupt.


    At this moment, watching these news, Guo Shouyun''s heart was full of anger. But he also knew that anger was useless at times like this. The key was to come up with a solution to the problem.


    "Who can tell me how the customer information in the LinkedIn database got online?" Guo Shouyun said coldly after taking a deep breath and suppressing the anger in his heart.


    At this time, Tim George knew that as the CEO, he was responsible at this time.


    "Boss, it''s Suri Windrow, she is the deputy director of the data management department! Taking advantage of her position, I stole the chat records of 127 users, as well as emails, phone numbers and other information from the company''s database."


    "Suri... Windrow?"


    "Yes!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s cold as a knife, his eyes full of anger, Tim George nodded numbly. He never knew that the big Boss could put so much pressure on people when he caught fire.


    "boom��!"


    Just as Tim George''s thoughts fell, a huge voice suddenly sounded beside him, making his heart skip a beat, as if he heard the sound of the table falling apart.


    It wasn''t just him everyone around was startled by the sudden sound. But seeing Guo Shouyun''s fist on the table, everyone froze like a cicada.


    "I used to say that the company is not allowed to fall in love. You are not allowed to bring your girlfriend or the other half into the company. Do you all take my words on deaf ears?" Chief Human Resources Officer, should you give me an explanation?"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s gloomy expression and oppressive eyes, Frank Arnell knew in his heart that if he could not come up with an answer that satisfies the other party, his fate would not be good.


    "Boss, it was Martin who found me at the beginning, hoping to let Suri Windrow join the company. Considering that he is the founder and veteran of the company, I agreed!"


    "You agree? What about your principles and limits?"


    "I��!"


    After waving to interrupt him, "Secretary of Defense Joe Johnson!"


    "boss!"


    A large black man in uniform shrank his head and whispered.


    "I spend millions of dollars in your security department every year, give you high salaries, and give you the best equipment. Now you will give me such an answer sheet?"


    "Boss, we''re sorry!"


    "Sorry? Sorry if it''s useful, what do the police and the army do!" After a cold sarcasm, Guo Shouyun said directly: "Now I announce three appointments: the removal of Frank Arnell from the post of chief human resources officer of LinkedIn, Remove Martin Alexander from the post of Chief Technology Officer of LinkedIn and remove Joe Johnson from the post of Minister of Security. The above three positions are temporarily held by the deputy of the three departments. In addition, Tim George is poorly supervised as the company''s CEO, and half of the company''s options are reduced ."


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 Chapter 228： Crisis PR

    Chapter 228 Crisis Public Relations


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    After Guo Shouyun ruthlessly kicked out his college classmate and the co-founder of LinkedIn, everyone realized the seriousness of the problem and also saw the cold side of this big boss who was always very kind.


    "You three can go out!"


    The pale-faced Martin Alexander didn''t have the courage to see Guo Shouyun''s disappointed and angry expression, and hurriedly walked out of the conference room with his head lowered and his footsteps down. Seeing him like this, Frank Arnell and Joe Johnson, who looked gray and lonely, didn''t say much, and walked out together.


    "Where is Suri Windrow now?" Guo Shouyun said immediately after the three left.


    "No one has seen her since she left the company yesterday. Before Martin called her, it was always turned off. Besides, Martin said she didn''t go back all night last night." Tim George said with a hint of sadness in his eyes.


    He was cut off half of the options when the company went public, and the loss was too great for him. You know, LinkedIn is now valued at more than $3.5 billion. But no matter how distressed he was, he didn''t dare to say anything more. After all, as the CEO of the company, he does bear the responsibility for improper supervision.


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just then, there was a quick knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    After getting permission, a middle-aged woman in business attire pushed open the door and walked in, "Boss, a large number of reporters suddenly poured in from the company, and they all want to ask us about this customer data leak!"


    "Boss, should I deal with them?"


    Tim George knew that Guo Shouyun didn''t like meeting with the media.


    After shaking his head slowly, Guo Shouyun said coldly: "This matter can no longer be dealt with. We must go all out to do a good job in the public relations of this crisis. Otherwise, whether LinkedIn can continue to grow is a question. question."


    He was well aware that the LinkedIn data breach was not an isolated incident. It was the beginning of the "Hound Project", otherwise so many media could not have appeared at LinkedIn''s headquarters at the same time, let alone after he completed the acquisition of Pacific and Southern California.


    "Since we are all ready, let''s fight with real swords and guns to see who is the last unlucky person in the so-called hound plan!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun''s eyes instantly became sharper and sharper, a domineering and oppressive force formed by a strong self-confidence, so that everyone present was amazed at the young boss who usually seemed harmless to humans and animals. At this moment, he is so powerful as a leader Some determination and charm!


    "Now let''s unify the caliber... This data leak is the independent behavior of individual employees, and does not involve any senior management of the company, do you understand?"


    Limiting time to a small area and reducing its bad influence as much as possible is the strategy Guo Shouyun thought of.


    "Yes!"


    The crowd responded in unison.


    "Also, report the case to the San Francisco Police Department on the crime of ''violating trade secrets'' and arrest Suri Windrow!"


    Tim George opened his mouth, but after seeing Guo Shouyun''s cold expression, he wisely held back his words.


    Originally, he wanted to ask if he should discuss it with Martin Alexander, but in the current situation, it is better to avoid saying this sentence.


    "Go, go to the reception hall!"


    Although he is reluctant to meet with the media, as the top leader of the company at this time, he must stand up and give an explanation to the client.


    "Whoa...!"


    When Guo Shouyun stepped into the reception hall on the second floor of the LinkedIn office area, the flashing lights rushed towards him like a tide. Every media present is scrambling to reserve more images for this young genius who rarely appears in the media and is very controversial in the outside world.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun is no longer the original Wuxia Amon. The experience of more than a year in the business world, combined with his more than 50 years of life experience in two lifetimes, has long since made him calm. Damascus walked to the seat in the center of the rostrum and sat down, looking directly at the nearly 100 media present, his expression was very calm.


    Wait until Tim George, who is with him, and Lauren Moore, the director of public relations at LinkedIn, sit down. After Guo Shouyun gave Lauren Moore on the left a look, the latter understood and reached out to hold the microphone.


    "Welcome to all of you. My name is Lauren Moore, Director of Public Relations at LinkedIn. These two are our LinkedIn CEO, Mr. Tim George, and LinkedIn''s founder and chairman, Mr. Bruce Guo. In the next press conference, the three of us will answer your questions. In addition, I hope everyone can follow the order of the venue and ask questions in an orderly manner. Otherwise, we have the right to let you leave."


    After a pause, he glanced at Guo Shouyun, and after he nodded, Lauren Moore continued: "I remind everyone, because of time constraints, and there are too many media present, in order to take care of as many people as possible, pick up In the interview that comes down, each family can only ask one question. Remember, each family can only ask one question. �� Okay, everyone can ask questions next?��


    "Shh...!"


    Rulin''s arm was raised.


    "A reporter for the Los Angeles Times!"


    The female reporter selected by Lauren Moore couldn''t wait to say: "Hello Mr. Guo, I would like to ask what is the reason for this LinkedIn data leak? How will LinkedIn deal with this data leak?"


    "Ma''am, here are two questions. In order to abide by Lauren''s rules, you must choose the one you care about most and let me answer!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "Then be the first!"


    Seeing that she didn''t make a profit, the female reporter said unwillingly.


    "We have already investigated the cause of the data breach. It was the selfish behavior of an employee of the company''s internal database management department for personal purposes. This kind of violation of the company''s commercial secrets has constituted a crime, so we are ready to report to the San Francisco police. I believe the law will wake up these criminals.��


    "A reporter for USA TODAY!"


    "Hello, Mr. Guo, since this data leak is the employee''s personal claim, does that mean there is a loophole in LinkedIn''s personnel mechanism?"


    Obviously this is a very sharp and highly targeted question.


    "LinkedIn''s personnel system is very well established, and it is constantly improving as the company grows. But there is no such thing as a perfect system in this world. This data breach has exposed some problems in our re-regulation. I believe The company will make up for these loopholes soon, thereby reducing the probability of certification of this incident! In addition, we LinkedIn is a responsible company, and I am the chairman of the board of directors for the bad impact of this internal employee''s personal wrongdoing on users. And the founder of the company, I sincerely apologize to everyone here, and we will do everything possible to make up for the consequences of this incident and prevent similar things from happening in the future." Guo Shouyun said sincerely.


    "A reporter from the San Francisco Chronicle!"


    "Mr. Guo, will this data breach cause investors and users to lose trust in LinkedIn?"


    "No! LinkedIn, as the world''s largest professional social networking and intermediary, third-party finance, news and other comprehensive content website, we maintain a monthly user growth rate of 26.7%. In the past year and a half, we have had more than 25 million users, which is Everything shows that LinkedIn provides an excellent platform for all network users. This platform always puts user experience first and always solves the actual needs of users. As long as we insist on these, then LinkedIn will not lose users. And investors'' trust. As for this data breach, it was an isolated incident and not widely representative. So, it will not affect the development of LinkedIn!"


    "Wall Street Journal reporter!"


    "Mr. Guo, it is now rumored that the real profit of the Thunder Fund exceeds the US$1 billion you claimed last time. What is your explanation for this?"


    "Sorry. Today is LinkedIn''s press conference, and I refuse to answer any topics that have nothing to do with it!"


    "Ding��!"


    The crisp clinking sound made the pale yellow wine in the glass shake.


    "Polkov Ros�� Champagne tastes really good!" Geoffrey Gilling said with a smile on his face.


    "Compared to wine, what really makes me feel more comfortable is watching the genius Mr. Guo get into trouble!" Oliver Balin laughed.


    "Of course! Speaking of which, we would like to thank Miss Windrow! Without her, things would not have gone so smoothly this time!"


    Seeing the quilt that Geoffrey Gilling handed in front of her, Suri Wendrow smiled slightly, and then clinked a glass with the other party.


    "You two, what you promised me should be fulfilled now?"


    "Of course! The follow-up one million dollars will soon be credited to Miss Wendrow''s Swiss bank account." Geoffrey Baring laughed.


    "Su Li, you know I like you very much. How about being my girlfriend?" Oliver Balin said after grabbing the hands of the woman around him Mr. Oliver, as big as you The direct heir to the family is not something that an ordinary woman like me can climb. So, you should go after those women who are the right match for you! "


    After pushing his hand away, Suri Windrow drank the champagne in her glass and stood up.


    "You two, it''s time for me to leave. Otherwise, when the police restrict me from entering and leaving the country, it will be bad!"


    "Wait a minute!" Jeffrey Baring said after stopping the woman who was about to leave, "Miss Wendrow, I have always been puzzled. Compared to the $1.5 million we gave you, your boyfriend, a partner in LinkedIn Martin Alexander is significantly richer. As long as you can get married, you can easily get billions when LinkedIn goes public. Now, you have given up a rich future for a less present, you can tell me that The reason?"


    Martin Alexander, hearing this name again, Sully Wendrow''s eyes became more complicated.


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 Chapter 229： satirical headline

    Chapter two hundred and twenty nine satirical headlines


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    After a while, he took a breath, calmed down, and calmly said: "Martin is indeed a good man, but he is not a good husband. Yes, he will be rich now and in the future. But he has a greedy Family. Martin will give 80% of his monthly salary to his poor and huge family. They have even been discussing how to distribute Martin''s shares after LinkedIn goes public. There is no such thing in this plan. My name. Even if it were, I wouldn''t want it again. I don''t want my future to be taken to **** by a bunch of greedy Grandet. So, the wisest option is to get a sum of money and leave him away from that horrible future."


    Obviously, Martin Alexander is the "Phoenix Man" that Huaxia often says! Such a man is really not a good choice for a woman.


    "Mr. Jeffrey Baring, will my explanation satisfy you?"


    The latter nodded.


    "Those two, I''m taking my leave. It''s a pleasure to work with you. If you have similar things in the future, please call me or send me an email. Goodbye!"


    Looking at Suli Wendrow floating away, Oliver Balin exclaimed: "What a smart woman."


    "Why, are you really going to pursue her?"


    "It''s just a whim. Compared to the real pearl, she''s just a speck of dust!" Speaking of which, Molly Bevin''s angel-like figure appeared in Oliver Baring''s mind. However, thinking that the beautiful woman he admired was lying in the arms of another man, his originally good mood instantly turned bad.


    "Should it be time for Goldman Sachs and Morgan to act too? We made a good start for them!" Oliver Baring changed the subject.


    "They''re already making an impact, otherwise why do you think there are hundreds of media outlets pouring into LinkedIn''s offices so quickly?" Geoffrey Gilling laughed.


    "This is the best way, in a few days, the second ring can be launched!"


    Jeffrey Jilin nodded, "I don''t know if our genius Mr. Guo can survive this blow after another."


    "What kind of genius is he, he''s just a lucky yellow-skinned idiot. And soon his stupid side will be exposed to everyone!"


    Looking at Oliver Balin, who showed Guo Shouyun''s disgust the most, Geoffrey Jilin smiled and didn''t say much. Although this young and proud son of the broken British nobleman is very annoying, his methods are indeed good. Up to now, all his plans have accurately hit Guo Shouyun''s weakness.


    ��


    "Mr. Romney, please rest assured. This incident has little impact on LinkedIn. The company''s registered users have been growing. ...Okay, I will definitely call you if needed!"


    After Guo Shouyun hung up the phone, he let out a sigh of relief. In addition to dealing with the media, he has to explain to investors. In the three days since the LinkedIn customer information breach broke out, he has never felt so busy or so tired. Not only have to deal with the increasingly turbulent media comments, but also review the documents and reports of various companies every day, especially the integration of the Pan Pacific Group, which is a lot of things.


    "Boss, your coffee!"


    "Thank you, let it go! By the way, is there any news out there?"


    "It''s just some news comments... Boss, it''s half past one in the morning, you should work again tomorrow!" Wendy worried.


    "Give it to me, you know how critical time is for us right now. Any small mistake could cost us irreparably."


    Seeing the persistence in Guo Shouyun''s eyes, who looked tired, Wendy nodded and turned to go out. After a while, she took a few newspapers and put them in his hands.


    At the top is The New York Times, with a very catchy headline.


    "''Crazy genius? Or a desperate speculator?'' Looks like it was me!"


    "It''s just speculation that some media lack facts. The boss doesn''t need to take it to heart!" Wendy said quickly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, then looked up.


    ��In December 1999, LinkedIn was founded by Bruce Guo and Martin Alexander in a student apartment at Stanford University. In March 2000, Bruce Guo used assets inherited from his deceased adoptive father to bring LinkedIn. Formal. In April 2000, on the basis of Guo''s farm and two Guo''s community stores, the Guo''s business group was established on the basis of a total of about 7 million US dollars. In May 2000, the Thorn Bird Publishing House was established, "Fifty Shades of Grey" ", "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" three seven-volume novels became instant hits, and the novel''s author Bruce Guo earned sky-high royalties."


    "In June 2000, Bruce Guo held half of Google''s equity. In the same month, the Matrix Group was established. In July 2000, Phoenix was established. In August 2000, Bruce Guo''s first novel copyright abs securities was born. The same month , the money turned into a $3.12 billion Enron short held by Phoenix.��


    This text is deliberately black and bold, which is very eye-catching in the real article.


    "In September 2000, Bruce Guo acquired paypal and the cdma division of Juji Electronics, and founded Ruby Technology on the basis of the latter."


    "In January 2001, Bruce Guo issued the second abs asset-backed bond based on the copyright of the novel through Goldman Sachs, and all the proceeds were used for gold speculation."


    "February 2001, sold the potential Thornbird Publishing Company to Amazon for a 22% stake in the latter. In the case of Internet stocks being generally bearish, trade a well-developed company for a declining company''s stock , what a ''good'' idea!"


    The ironic tone in the text made Guo Shouyun unable to help frown.


    "In March 2001, Bruce Guo reached an agreement with Merrill Lynch to issue 3 billion US dollars of abs bonds with the equity of its six companies, including Matrix, Guo''s, and Ruby, as collateral. In the same month, he officially signed with Goldman Sachs, Seymour, Citi and Bank of America have reached a strategic agreement to acquire Apple, Pacific Power & Gas, and Southern California Edison Power."


    "In fact, before our ''Mr. Genius'' was officially acquired, the operations of these three companies were already in trouble. Among them, Apple was in the dilemma of falling stock prices because of the failure of the macg4 personal computer. Pacific and Southern California because of the continuous year The California energy crisis is on the verge of bankruptcy. According to the comments of Wall Street investment analysts, no reasonable person would buy three companies in today''s situation. Of course, our ''Mr Genius'' will certainly not follow the advice of ordinary people , so he put in $2 billion and owed more than $6 billion in debt to complete these three acquisitions.��


    "In addition, in April 2001, the Matrix Group under ''Mr. Genius'' also acquired Legendary Comics. It was a company that was on the verge of bankruptcy two years ago and maintained its operations by auctioning off its superhero copyrights. Obviously, this is another A terrible acquisition."


    "Finally, regarding the Thunder Fund, the fund established and managed by ''Mr. Genius'' is said to have made a huge sum of up to $1 billion in the Argentine debt crisis that erupted in late March. But this conclusion is very doubtful. Because so far, the Thunder Fund still refuses to disclose accurate revenue data to the outside world, even his clients have only received an income statement, but have been refused to extract their investment from the fund. Therefore, people have reason to suspect that, The Thunder Fund is a Ponzi scheme."


    "Also, even if the Thunder Fund does make a lot of money from the Argentine debt crisis, it still suffers when faced with the Pacific and Southern California, which are still struggling with the energy crisis, or the Pan Pacific Energy Group formed by the merger of the two companies. With losses approaching $600 million per month. With such a massive blood loss, it''s hard to wonder if ''Mr. Genius'' has enough to pay off the huge debt.  �� Contributor Phil Carter!"


    Guo Shouyun put down the newspaper, "The New York Times should not be the only newspaper criticizing us, right?"


    Wendy nodded, "The Washington Post, The Christian Monitor, USA Today, and almost all the influential major newspapers in the United States publish news that is unfavorable to us!"


    Looking at the calm Guo Shouyun, UU reads www. uukanshu. com "Boss, I think we should sue them, they''re totally trying to slander us. Because of these newspapers, the stock prices of Amazon, Apple, and the price of abs bonds backed by your assets are all down."


    "Calm down, wasn''t the current situation what we expected?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile, looking at the angry Wendy.


    "However, if this situation is allowed to continue, it may have a worse impact on our own development." Wendy worried.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "You are right. We really should fight back!"


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    His cell phone rang just at this moment.


    "Shaoling, is something wrong?"


    "Gold has broken the warning line of $280!"


    "Oh?" Guo Shouyun''s eyes lit up, "Have you started throwing?"


    "Kikan, Lao Huang, they are selling, and it can be done tomorrow!"


    "Very well, your news comes at just the right time."


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone, "Go, go upstairs!"


    Came to the study of Guo''s Manor and took out the long-lost document from the safe.


    Looking at the text on the cover, Wendy''s eyes lit up, "Are you going to...?"


    "The best way to divert the public''s attention is not to refute those false reports that are inducing. It is to replace it with another, more sensational and attractive news!"


    This is a truth that has been proven time and again in the Internet age.


    Wendy nodded convincingly.


    "Let''s go, go to the company!"


    ����������������������������


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 Chapter 230： 1 Nothing

    Chapter 230 Nothing


    ��


    After a brief tidying up, the two of them and their bodyguards drove out of the gate of Guo''s Manor in three cars. However, when they were only 100 meters away from Guo''s Manor, the car in front of them that was in charge of protection suddenly stopped.


    "what happened?"


    Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "Boss, there are reporters blocking the way!"


    The bodyguard with headphones had learned the reason for the parking ahead. After his voice fell, Guo Shouyun also saw several reporters with cameras rushing towards the car he was in.


    "Mr. Guo, do you have any opinion on the front page of The New York Times: Thunder Fund is a Ponzi scheme?"


    "Mr. Guo, what was your original intention to acquire the Pacific and Southern California companies?"


    "Mr. Guo, are you confident in ending the California energy crisis?"��


    Looking at the reporters who were leaning on the car window and shouting and asking all kinds of sharp questions, the expression on Guo Shouyun''s face also became a little ugly. He has never liked to be scrutinized like a monkey under the spotlight by the media, but the current form has clearly deviated from his original intention.


    "Hans, let someone pull them away. Let''s turn around and go back first, and then contact the company to send a helicopter over." Guo Shouyun quickly ordered.


    "Yes!"


    The sturdy bodyguard from Heishui nodded quickly and faithfully executed Guo Shouyun''s order.


    After some twists and turns, it took him nearly two hours to arrive at LinkedIn''s headquarters from Guo''s Manor. Then I immediately called Rick Bai, the director of LinkedIn News, over.


    "boss!"


    "Look at this document!"


    After nodding, Rick Bai picked up the thick document, and when he saw the title on it, his expression instantly became stunned.


    "You take it back and let the company''s best writers polish it up. According to different stories and plots, form a special report on Enron that lasts for half a month."


    Looking at the thick information in his hand, and looking at Guo Shouyun''s affirmative expression, the excitement in the eyes of Rick Bai, who has been in the media industry for half his life, gradually became stronger. He knew very well that to make news worthwhile, you had to search for big, nerve-racking events. In layman''s terms: dog bites man is not news, man bites dog is big news.


    With Enron''s detached status in the American business world, anything related to it is a great event! As for true or false, who cares? Big deal apologizing.


    "Go!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    "I promise you won''t be disappointed!" After nodding hard, Rick Baixing walked out with the information.


    After inspecting the company for a while and seeing that the atmosphere was relatively calm, Guo Shouyun was also relieved. The external wind and rain have not seriously affected the internal operation of the company for the time being. As long as internal stability and external matters are guaranteed, Guo Shouyun has enough confidence to reverse the current unfavorable situation.


    "Boss, it''s almost time!" Wendy reminded.


    "Got it, let''s go!"


    He hurriedly grabbed Guo Shouyun who was about to go straight out, "Boss, let''s cover it up. It is estimated that the reporters outside the company are waiting for you now!"


    "Almost forgot!"


    Guo Shouyun suddenly realized that he was accustomed to an unfettered life, and now he was suddenly put under the spotlight of the media by the Anran allies, and he was particularly uncomfortable. But he has no good way to do this, he can only hope that after the incident subsides, he can breathe a sigh of relief.


    Back at the office, put on sunglasses, and found another hat. After covering it up, the two and a few bodyguards drove away from the back door of the company''s underground garage.


    ��


    York Arena, located on the street next to the state government in Sacramento, is a place where government workers often come to exercise when they are resting because of the proximity. Of course, the facilities here are also very good. Because it is the afternoon, and today is a working day, there are not too many people. However, when Guo Shouyun walked in, it still attracted the attention of many people. Of course, they weren''t journalists, so they didn''t rush up.


    "Bill, I''m so sorry. I haven''t seen you until now!"


    Looking at Bill Lockyer in shorts, Guo Shouyun stretched out his right hand apologetically. Originally, it was better for him to take the initiative to meet the other party in the afternoon three days ago. However, due to the sudden situation of LinkedIn, I can only push back if I really can''t find time. Fortunately, Bill Lockyer happily agreed.


    "I also know about LinkedIn, so I don''t have to apologize." After the two briefly shook hands, Bill Lockye raised the racket in his hand, "How about we play together first?"


    "No problem!" Guo Shouyun nodded, holding the sportswear he had prepared in advance, "I''ll change my clothes."


    "Okay. The locker room is over there!"


    After seeing the locker room in the direction of Bill Lockyer''s finger, Guo Shouyun walked in quickly, changed into a Nike jersey, and walked out with a tennis racket.


    "I''m not very proficient in this, you have to let me have it!"


    "Haha, don''t worry!" Bill Lockyer nodded with a smile. Although he agreed very well, in the next game, he used his skillful skills to beat Guo Shouyun to the north again and again.


    Guo Shouyun was already sweating profusely after half an hour because he had to run out to pick up the ball often. While being abused, his physical coordination and reaction speed began to improve little by little because of the excellent basketball training all year round. Especially with the prolongation of time, Guo Shouyun, who showed his physical advantage, can also play offense and defense with Bill Lockyer in the second half.


    "No more, no more."


    More than an hour later, a breathless Bill Lockyer waved his hand.


    "It''s less than two hours, do you want to stop the meeting?" Guo Shouyun walked over with a smile.


    He rolled his eyes, "I''m not that stupid. If I fight again, you will teach me a lesson! Let''s go, take a shower, and find a place to eat dinner!"


    "I know there is a place with good steak!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "In Sacramento, are you still familiar with me?"


    "Not necessarily!"


    After chatting and taking a bath, the two found a quiet spot in a well-reputed western restaurant and sat down.


    "Bruce, I think you''re here for the California energy crisis?"


    Because the two are collaborators on the Thunder Fund, Bill Lockyer is also a platinum member of Hanshan Courtyard. In addition, they had contacted many times before, and their relationship was very close, so Guo Shouyun did not hide his words when facing the inquiry.


    "Bill, Enron is still raising the price of electricity and natural gas supplies. California''s energy crisis is stronger than it was before, not abating. If we don''t solve this problem before the peak of summer electricity use. Then the angry people will be enough to overthrow the government!"


    Bill Lockyer nodded, "We''ve been studying the California energy crisis for a year, and I know better than you how harmful it is. But the ''Federal Energy Regulatory Commission'', which holds key powers, is utterly stupid, and they take responsibility for it Blame it on the lack of electricity supply in California, and the flawed market system! Damn, these **** who bought Enron stock are all talking nonsense with their eyes open."


    If Guo Shouyun can clearly know the history, he will understand that it is precisely because of the collapse of the largest electricity and natural gas utility company in the United States, the Pacific Power and Natural Gas Company, that the California energy crisis has become unmanageable. The ''Federal Energy Regulatory Commission'' has begun to limit the price of electricity supplied to California by states around California, truly ending this absurd crisis.


    Now, because of him, history has changed. Pacific did not fail. Moreover, energy traders such as Enron, who should have been bearish on the energy market due to the downturn in the U.S. economy, actively lowered electricity and natural gas prices in May and June, not only did not lower energy prices because of the Hound Plan, but instead took the opportunity to raise them.


    These two key elements made the year-long California energy crisis with no end in sight until mid-May, when the peak electricity consumption period in California came.


    "Why don''t you take Enron to court? ... Bill, as the attorney general of the California Attorney General''s Office, you have the right to do this!" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    ��Of course we have rights. But the U.S. Constitution and attorney system were created to protect the wealthy. Enron��s energy made it easy for them to get the protection of the big law firms. In a New York State Court decision last November, We were easily beaten. The court agreed with Enron that the California energy crisis was caused by problems with the electricity supply system and a flawed market system, not by energy traders like Enron, Dali and El Paso. ."


    "...these blind-eyed bastards, I sometimes think: the Court and Enron guys should be put in a tiny 8-by-10-foot cell with a bunch of tattooed dudes, and then these Guys would say, ''Hi baby, our name is Spike''."


    Spike is the name of the ferocious bulldog in Tom and Jerry, remembered because he always beat Tom.


    For Bill Lockyer''s angry ridicule, Guo Shouyun understands his humor, but this is not the solution he wants other than venting.


    "We can appeal to the Supreme Court!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "It''s useless, Bruce!" Bill Lockyer shook his head. "Unless we can produce solid evidence of Enron''s manipulation of the market. Otherwise, even in the Supreme Court, we have no chance of winning."


    "evidence!"


    Guo Shouyun''s brows furrowed tightly.


    In his hands, he could prove that Enron was operating poorly, the revenue data lacked industrial support, and there was a lot of business-related information, such as serious waste in overseas expansion, but there was very little evidence that Enron could control the California energy market in court, even if there was It is also impossible to move a behemoth like Enron. They can easily come up with a few scapegoats.


    So, this meeting with Bill Lockyer didn''t get him anything he wanted. It just gave Guo Shouyun a deeper understanding of Enron''s strength and influence.


    "Boss, shall we go home?"


    After this simple dinner was over and Bill Lockyer was sent away, Wendy asked beside him.


    "No, go to Chinatown!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head. Although the meeting did not get any useful information for him, the things that should be done could not be pulled down.


    "Chinatown?"


    "Um!"


    Looking at the silent Guo Shouyun, Wendy didn''t ask any further questions. After instructing the driver to drive the car to China Street, he stopped next to a Chinese supermarket at Guo Shouyun''s order.


    After entering, I took a brief look at this small villa with a total of less than 80 square meters. I bought two bottles of Erguotou, two bags of Dezhou Braised Chicken, and two bags of peanuts from the shelf. He asked the store owner to cut a pound of pork head meat, mixed with two cucumbers, and asked for two pairs of chopsticks before returning to the car with the wine and vegetables.


    "Wendy, go back first, I''ll go to Martin''s place!"


    Frank Arnell, the chief human resources officer, and Joe Johnson, the secretary of security, were fired because of the leak of LinkedIn customer data, and there are plenty of people in the US who can replace them. But Martin Alexander is different. Not only because he is the founder and veteran of the company, but also because he is the only friend of his college classmates for more than two years. Therefore, he can be iron-handed and ruthless in public affairs but in private affairs, he cannot ignore the friendship of friends.


    "I''ll go with you!"


    "No. We two big men are drinking and chatting together. How uncomfortable are you as a girl? Okay, let''s go back. By the way, I will sort out the documents sent by a few companies. I''ll go back to see at night!"


    Wendy, who had been with Guo Shouyun for more than a year, who knew his character very well, saw the persistence in his words, and nodded slightly in disappointment, but didn''t say anything more.


    "Then... let Hans follow you. He can help you drive and block reporters by the way."


    Guo Shouyun did not refuse this proposal, and he also valued his own safety.


    "By the way, don''t go back to Guo''s Manor. There are too many reporters there. Let''s go to the Hanshan Courtyard. We will live there temporarily for the past few days."


    Wendy nodded, "I''ll wait for you to come back, don''t be too late!"


    "Know!"


    Nodding, watching her get into the car and go away, Guo Shouyun sighed silently in his heart. Whether it''s Wendy or Molly Bevan who is far away in the UK, they are the best women in the world, but unfortunately I can only choose one between them. And life has made a choice for him.


    Shaking his head, Guo Shouyun got into another car after driving the extra thoughts out of his mind.


    Martin''s house, Guo Shouyun, has been here several times, so he is no stranger.


    "Boss, do you need me to accompany you in?" Hans asked back after he parked the car on the side of the road.


    Looking through the car window, looking at the dimly lit house, Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "No, you can just wait outside."


    "Okay, call me anytime if you need anything."


    After answering, Guo Shouyun picked up the wine and vegetables he bought, pushed open the car door and walked out.


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    Chapter 231 Distinction between public and private


    ��


    The courtyard door was not locked. After pushing it open, he walked along the winding garden road to the door and rang the doorbell.


    "Who?"


    It didn''t take long, the familiar voice was deep and hoarse, and a voice full of urgency and anticipation came from it.


    "Me, Bruce!"


    "Crack...!"


    With a disappointed sigh and a slight door opening, the closed entrance door opened.


    Pushing it in, just two steps away, a ''guru'' sounded, as if he had kicked something. Because the lights in the hallway were not on, Guo Shouyun could only see clearly that he was kicking two black shoes just by the faint light coming from the living room. Then, the entire hallway was in a mess, and the neatly placed shoes were thrown everywhere.


    He frowned, and after walking through the hallway into the living room, a sour smell came through his nostrils, almost making him turn around and go out.


    After forcibly enduring it, he finally saw his classmate and friend who was holding a picture frame and staring at him on the living room sand where clothes, food packaging bags, and various household wastes were piled up.


    The image of the woman in the photo, Guo Shouyun doesn''t need to look to know who it is.


    Shaking his head, put the wine and vegetables in a clean place, Guo Shouyun opened the window of the living room and let the fresh air outside dissipate the bad smell in the living room, then took the trash can and simply cleaned the dining table.


    During the whole process, Martin Alexander didn''t seem to see his presence, and he didn''t even change his movements.


    After finishing everything, he walked to the sand and saw his friend who was lying on the backrest, with pale face, red and swollen eyes, and mental numbness.


    "Bruce, why did you say she left me?"


    The hoarse voice made Guo Shouyun feel a little pity for him, but also a little angry.


    However, in order to take care of his old friend''s emotions, he didn''t say anything excessive.


    "You really like her that much? Even if she took advantage of you!"


    "Su Li is not that kind of person, I believe she must have her own difficulties!" Martin Alexander shook his head. He is clearly in a state where he is completely caught up in this relationship and cannot extricate himself from it.


    At times like this, mere preaching is of no use at all. Fortunately, Guo Shouyun also expected this situation to some extent, and consulted some psychologists and love experts in advance for some ways to reverse this emotion.


    "I also believe that Su Li is indeed not such a person!"


    "real?"


    Looking up instantly, with surprise in his expression, and looking at his own Martin Alexander, Guo Shouyun nodded against his will.


    "Actually, Su Li sent me a letter after she left."


    "Where is the letter? Give it to me!"


    Martin Alexander "tumped" up from the sand and grabbed Guo Shouyun''s shoulders tightly with his arms, and said with an excited expression.


    "Sorry, I can''t give it to you now!"


    "Why? Why can''t you give it to me?"


    "Su Li said she left you because you always favored the latter in her and your family, which made her feel very insecure. She wanted to be away for a while to mature and resolve After this question, I will show you this letter again!"


    Because Martin always complained to him about the reasons, Guo Shouyun still knew something about the contradiction between them.


    "I knew it was because of this. We always quarreled about this before, but I never took it to heart." Martin said with a bitter and painful expression.


    "Don''t regret it, it''s useless." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Bruce, what do you say I should do, tell me, I know you always have a way, don''t you?"


    Seeing the excited and expectant expression on his face, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Of course I can, but now we have to have dinner before I can tell you."


    "dinner?"


    "right!"


    "Can''t you tell me first?"


    "cannot!"


    "All right!"


    Take Martin to the table, unscrew two bottles of Erguotou, and give him a bottle.


    "Is this Huaxia wine?"


    "There is a saying in Huaxia called ''borrowing your sorrows with wine''. Drinking this bottle of wine will make your heart calmer."


    Glancing at the liquor in Guo Shouyun''s hand, Martin nodded and took it.


    As for chopsticks, after two years as a classmate with Guo Shouyun, he already knew how to use them.


    "Come on, touch it. Remember, don''t drink too much at once!"


    Martin nodded, and after touching the wine bottle with Guo Shouyun, the two of them didn''t need a cup, they just put it to their mouths and drank. Guo Shouyun had drunk many times in his previous life, so he would be fine if he was prepared. But Martin is different. Because of Guo Shouyun''s words ''borrowing his sorrows with wine'', this guy took a big gulp. The 52-degree spirits went straight into his stomach, and the hot liquor made him feel as if his whole body was burn up.


    "Cough cough...!"


    Looking at Martin, who was coughing violently, Guo Shouyun hurriedly brought him some vegetables, "Just eat something and press it down."


    However, Martin didn''t go to pick up the vegetables, but quickly dropped his chopsticks, ran to the water dispenser, and took a few sips in a row, and then he felt much better.


    "Bruce, are you sure this is wine or something else?" Martin, who was crying and coughing, said in disbelief.


    "Of course, didn''t you see that I drank it myself!" Guo Shouyun pointed to his bottle.


    "It''s hard to believe that the Chinese actually drink this kind of thing. It''s stronger than the vodka I drank a long time ago!" Martin shook his head.


    "You drink too much at one time! It''s better to drink less like me!" Guo Shouyun gave a demonstration.


    "Forget it, I really can''t drink this!"


    "No, you must drink. Otherwise, you won''t want to get Su Li''s letter from me!" Guo Shouyun insisted.


    For people who are usually quiet and introverted, wine can open their hearts. He needed to have a good chat with Martin, so he had to drink.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s insistence, Martin had no choice but to pick up the bottle again. But after the last experience, he was obviously much better when he drank it again.


    "How is it, is it better?"


    "Um!"


    After nodding, Martin quickly took a few bites of dishes to eat.


    "Hehe, you''ll get used to it gradually. Come on, let''s continue. After drinking and eating, I''ll tell you the message Su Li left!"


    Encouraged by these words, Martin''s motivation became sufficient, and when he finished drinking a 3ooml bottle of 52-degree Erguotou, he let go.


    "My head is so dizzy! ... But, can you tell me now?"


    In fact, in the process of eating and chatting just now, Guo Shouyun had already learned about Martin''s psychological state.


    "Su Li asked me to tell you that in the next year, she wants you to complete a global trip. Not the kind of travel in a luxury hotel, in and out by plane, but in a SUV. And you have to stay at least three days in every place you go, and write a travel note after you leave!��


    "Global travel? Travel notes?" Martin was stunned.


    "Not bad. Travel can broaden your horizons. Perhaps Su Li hopes that after you gain more knowledge, you can find the true meaning of life and become mature." Although she said that, this is Guo Shouyun''s own attention. Travel can really relieve a person''s pain and release the anguish of lovelorn.


    At the beginning, he did this after he broke up in love after graduating from college. However, he did not travel around the world, but just joined a group of donkey friends and followed him to Lhasa.


    "Okay. Since it was Su Li''s request, then I will definitely finish it! Besides, it will be out tomorrow." Martin said confidently.


    "Su Li will be very happy to see your current state and determination!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Martin nodded. After seeing the hope of love at this time, his originally depressed mood also eased a lot, and his reason returned.


    "Bruce, I begged Arnell about the company. Now that he has lost his job, I feel very uneasy. Do you think you can get him back?"


    Looking at his friend''s pleading eyes, Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Impossible, Martin. If the wrongdoers are not punished, then no one in the company will take rules and regulations to heart in the future, and such a company will simply not survive in the highly competitive market."


    In business, he would never compromise because of anyone''s prayers However, it was my fault after all! "


    "Frank didn''t stick to his principles. As the human resources officer Xi, it was his fault that he allowed you to make mistakes." After a pause, Guo Shouyun glanced at him, "You don''t need to worry about this. Frank is from Duke University. Ph.D. in economics and law, even if he loses his LinkedIn job, there are other high-paying jobs waiting for him!��


    Hearing this, Martin Alexander nodded in agreement and said nothing more.


    "Okay, it''s late. It''s time for me to go back too. Get some rest early and plan how your global trip will start tomorrow!"


    "I''ll send you!" Martin nodded and said.


    Guo Shouyun did not refuse, and the two walked out together.


    The moment he was about to step out of Martin''s house, an excited voice came from behind him, "Bruce, thank you!"


    "No, we are best friends. Although I won''t condone your mistakes at work. But in life, I will try my best to help you!" Guo Shouyun turned around and smiled.


    After Martin nodded vigorously gratefully, "Being friends with you is the luckiest thing in my life!"


    "Me too! Goodbye and rest!"


    "goodbye!"


    "boss!"


    After nodding to Hans, Guo Shouyun let out a sigh of relief as he looked through the car window at his classmates and friends who were still standing in front of the door and looking here. Tonight''s time was not wasted in vain, at least the matter of Martin was settled.


    "Let''s go, go back to Hanshan Courtyard!"


    Hans nodded and moved the car, quickly disappearing into the warm San Francisco night.


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    The next day, just as Guo Shouyun had just finished running and was having breakfast, Martin Alexander''s phone came in.


    "Bruce, I''ve decided to start from San Francisco this morning, then down the West Coast, through Mexico, Central America, South America, Australia, Africa, Africa to Europe, Central Asia to China, Alaska to Canada, finally back to America!"


    There was excitement and anticipation in Martin''s tone. Compared with yesterday''s malaise, these are two completely different states. This is exactly what Guo Shouyun wants to see.


    "Martin, you made the right decision. I''m sure Su Li would be very relieved if she knew."


    "Bruce, if you can still get in touch with Su Li, please let me know. I will definitely do what she says and do everything I can to make myself mature and good!"


    "Okay, I''ll tell her when she calls again!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Goodbye then, my luggage has been packed and I''ll be leaving soon!"


    "Pay attention to safety on the road, and call me in time if you need anything."


    "I know!" After a moment of silence, Martin''s voice came again, "Thank you, Bruce!"


    "You''re welcome!"


    The corner of Guo Shouyun''s mouth lifted slightly.


    He hung up after the blind tone sounded.


    "Suri Windrow has contacted you?" Wendy, who was sitting at the side of the meal, asked in surprise.


    "No!"


    "Then you just...?"


    "Of course he lied to Martin. If he didn''t, he''d be in constant grief. As a friend, I couldn''t just sit back and watch."


    "But there will always be a day when lies are exposed!"


    "Of course. However, I hope this global trip will make him more mature. When the truth is unraveled, his ability to accept it will be better than he is now!" After the words were finished, Guo Shouyun smiled, "Maybe on the way to travel, He can also find a more suitable partner, and then everything will not be a problem."


    "It''s not easy!" Wendy shook her head.


    "It''s always a good thing to have expectations!" After a smile, "By the way, in the morning, you can see if there are any villas for sale nearby!"


    "Are you still planning to buy a property?"


    "Yeah! As the number of members of Hanshan Bieyuan increases, it will become more and more noisy, and it is no longer the office environment that the Thunder Fund needs. Therefore, we need a new office space." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Why not let them move to the CBD in San Francisco?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Leiting Fund is not another company, I must always pay attention to their every operation. Do our best to prevent the tragedy of Barings Bank from happening to us."


    The Thunder Fund is nothing else, it is the engine of all Guo Shouyun''s industries. Not only does she own a huge amount of money, but she also has to earn huge amounts of money from financial speculation, tens of billions, even tens of billions, and even a financial giant with hundreds of billions of funds in the future. Guo Shouyun will never allow her to break away from her own. Take control.


    "Sir, Mr. Qin is here!"


    Butler George Fields came over and reminded.


    "Understood, let him in."


    "Yes!"


    After Guo Shouyun wiped his mouth, he stood up, "I''m done eating, you eat slowly!"


    "No, I''m done eating too!" Wendy cleaned her hands and mouth before standing up, "LinkedIn news should be updated at this time, do you need to watch it?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "It''s a pity that I can''t see the faces of Jeffrey Gilling and Kenneth Lee after reading this report, it''s a pity!"


    Wendy smiled, "I found that you can be quite bad sometimes!"


    "Of course, I''ve never been nice to the enemy!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun smiled and greeted Qin Zhicheng who was walking in.


    "Old Qin, it''s so early!"


    "Since I know that the boss doesn''t like being late, of course I want to be early!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s open arms, Qin Zhicheng took two steps forward and hugged him.


    "Have you eaten breakfast? I just made it here!"


    "Ate!"


    "Hi, Wendy!"


    "You talk first, I''ll go get you drinks!" Wendy nodded and smiled.


    "thanks!"


    "Let''s go, let''s go to the study upstairs!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Qin Zhicheng nodded, and the two came to the second floor together.


    "boss!"


    Just as he was walking up the stairs, he happened to bump into Zhang Shaoling who was walking down from above.


    "Shaoling, early!"


    "Morning, boss!"


    "Let me introduce you, this is Qin Zhicheng, the leader of our Thunder Unicorn ** Yi team!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    After listening, Zhang Shaoling looked at the young man who was wearing a dark blue suit and black tie, with a smile on his thin face. He looked very friendly and gave a sense of wisdom.


    "Hello, my name is Zhang Shaoling, the leader of the Solomon Futures Trading Team!"


    Compared with Qin Zhicheng in a suit and leather shoes, Zhang Shaoling obviously has a different style. He wears a white T-shirt and black cropped trousers, and he wears zippers on his feet. This does not look like the dress of a financial elite, but more like a college student.


    "Hello. I have heard of Mr. Zhang''s name for a long time. I thought that the boss would introduce us to a formal occasion, but I never expected to meet him here."


    After seeing the two shaking hands, Guo Shouyun said with a smile, "I originally planned to introduce you both at the company summary meeting at the end of the year, but it''s not bad now. By the way, Shaoling. How many gold positions are there now?"


    "There are still 180,000 hands, which can be finished this morning!"


    "That''s good." Guo Shouyun nodded, "You go first, I have something to talk about with Lao Zhang!"


    "Okay! But, Boss, don''t forget our bet!" Zhang Shaoling reminded.


    "Don''t worry, you won''t forget it!"


    After patting his forearm, Guo Shouyun led Qin Zhicheng to the reception room on the right.


    After sitting down on the sofa, "How is it?"


    Qin Zhicheng was stunned for a moment, but he quickly reacted.


    "Although he doesn''t look like a traditional financial person in dress, but he can be valued by the boss, obviously he has extraordinary talent in finance."


    "You can talk! Well, let''s stop talking about that. Tell me about the work of the Centaurs. How many credit default swaps do we hold from Enron, WorldCom, and Arthur Andersen?"


    "$7.28 billion! However, there is not much left. Recently, many financial institutions are buying!"


    "Oh? Did the market notice it, or did someone else pay the same attention as us?"


    "It''s not clear yet. But there are more and more buyers of the ''credit default swap'' products of many energy companies and telecom companies in the market!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, the world has never lacked smart people and gamblers.


    "Buy as many ''credit default swaps'' on Enron, WorldCom, and Arthur Andersen corporate bonds as you can. Also, I read the information you sent me about Tyco International and Adelphia. Buy the former short. , the operation plan of buying the latter''s credit default swaps is no problem. However, there is an Enron on the short side."


    "Enron? Don''t we already hold $3.12 billion of Enron''s short position? Are we going to add more now?" Qin Zhicheng asked in surprise.


    "Yes, I have to add more!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively. Since it will be impossible to legally remove it for a while, he will continue to short as a retaliation for the California energy crisis, or to hedge the losses of Pan Pacific Group in the energy crisis. Moreover, now that An Ran is fighting against him, there is no need for him to be concerned.


    "But if there are too many targets, the funds will be scattered!"


    When the Centaur team was established, Guo Shouyun gave him 200 million operating funds when purchasing Enron, WorldCom and Arthur Andersen''s "credit default swap" products. Because the holding cost of CDS products above grade A is very low, it will basically not exceed 50 basis points. So the $7.28 billion CDS product costs only $3.64 million per year. So, most of the Centaur''s $200 million remained untouched.


    However, if the margin financing and securities lending shorts Tyco International, with the current credit of the Thunder Fund, it can leverage more than 10 times the leverage If all 200 million is invested, it is only a position of 2 billion US dollars. Compared to the current market value of Tyco International, this is not an amazing number. Of course it''s not too small. However, if you continue to invest in Enron''s short position, the power will be more dispersed, which will obviously have an impact on the final return.


    "Don''t worry, I will give you an additional $500 million in funds. In addition, you can also absorb funds from outside!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Qin Zhicheng shook his head, "Right now, the Centaur team has not achieved outstanding results, and it takes time for external financing but can''t get much money. Instead, it is better to wait until there is a good performance to support the financing, so as to achieve twice the result with half the effort. ."


    "You think very clearly! Well, I respect your decision. However, this time I will give you an additional $500 million to buy all of Enron''s short positions, with ten times leverage!"


    With the huge income in gold, Guo Shouyun was naturally more courageous than before when he shorted Enron again.


    Qin Zhicheng nodded, "Now that Enron''s stock price is rising, it won''t be too difficult to borrow Enron''s stock from a financial institution. However, with such a huge amount, there may be some surprises. After all, there are many smart people in this world!"


    Of course, Guo Shouyun also knew this kind of truth. After pondering for a moment, "You can borrow as much as you can. When necessary, you can raise the borrowed price. Now Enron''s tiger skin is still very bluffing. Especially in the case of the intensifying energy crisis in California."


    "Speaking of the energy crisis in California, what does the boss plan to do? After all, the monthly loss of US$5.6 billion is too huge and too heavy." Qin Zhicheng said cautiously.


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    After nodding, Guo Shouyun stood up and walked to the window, looking at the lush mountains behind the villa, and after a while, "Actually, sometimes I feel conflicted, since I want to end the California energy crisis as soon as possible to avoid losses, I plan to take advantage of the crisis. Buy more utilities and turn a crisis into an opportunity!"


    "A fight between dwarfs and giants?" said Qin Zhicheng, who was standing behind.


    "That''s right." Guo Shouyun nodded after looking at him, "One is the loss now, the other is the opportunity in the future! The dwarf made me choose the present and avoid the loss. The giant made me accept the loss and choose the future. Sometimes I also Very contradictory." After a pause, "Old Qin, if you had to choose, how would you choose?"


    "I will choose the future, and I believe the boss will make the same choice as me!"


    "How do you know?" Guo Shouyun laughed. The acquisition plan of Balbey Douglas has just started, and it is impossible for Qin Zhicheng to know the plan.


    "If you chose to avoid losses, you would not have acquired Pacific Ocean and Southern California!" Qin Zhicheng smiled.


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, then laughed.


    "I can''t hide anything from you!"


    "Is the boss shorting Enron to hedge this loss?"


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "California''s energy crisis will always come to an end, maybe two months, maybe three months, maybe half a year, but it will definitely not pass this year. With our short Enron income, it is enough to hedge against the Losses from this crisis. Take a step back and say, if not fully hedged, the amount of loss will be reduced to a smaller value!��


    After nodding in agreement, "Why does the boss firmly agree that the energy crisis will end this year?"


    "California people have endured an energy crisis for over a year, and there is no guarantee what will happen if it continues to spread!"


    Of course, this statement is just an excuse for Guo Shouyun, and the reason why he is so sure still stems from the memory of his previous life. In the last life, even with the income from the California energy crisis, Enron did not survive this year. Now that he has learned about Enron''s more detailed operating data, he is more certain. If nothing else, Enron''s administrative expenditures alone have grown to an unstoppable level.


    It is impossible to imagine an energy trading company with a market value of 100 million US dollars and a net income of only 1.5 billion US dollars. Her administrative expenses are as high as 200 million US dollars a year. Except for energy trading and pipeline business, more than 95 percent of Enron''s industries are losing money. Countless facts have proved that companies lacking industrial support lack the stamina for growth. In particular, An Ran was still an empty-shelled giant that was stolen by the ''inner thief''. He has almost nothing left but his intimidating appearance.


    Qin Zhicheng nodded, thinking for a moment, "If everything is as expected by the boss, in addition to shorting Enron to hedge losses, we should also have some evidence. Once things get out of hand, we can also use these evidences to end the situation. Energy crisis, reduce losses. Only in this way can we truly take the initiative in our own hands!��


    "You''re right. But Enron''s structure is very complicated, and it''s done carefully. It''s not easy to find evidence that they manipulate the market!" Guo Shouyun said with a slight frown.


    "Maybe the boss should find a solution from within Enron!"


    "I understand this. It''s just that there are not many high-level executives who can master Enron''s secrets. And we don''t know where to start!"


    "If the boss is embarrassed, I can recommend a person for you!"


    "Who?"


    "Tim Belden. He''s an Enron West Coast energy trader, and he must be very aware of the California energy crisis and even involved!"


    "Tim Belden!" Guo Shouyun''s eyes became deep.


    "He was my classmate when I was studying my master''s degree in financial engineering at Duke University. If the boss needs it, I can contact you!"


    After a moment of silence, a smile appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face, "Sometimes, surprises always come so suddenly."


    "No surprises, I hope this meeting will give you what you want!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Whether it is successful or not, I have written down your favor!"


    Qin Zhicheng smiled and nodded.


    "Oh, that''s right. The funds invested in shorting Enron this time are the funds of the Pan Pacific Group. Don''t make a mistake when recording it!" Guo Shouyun reminded.


    "do not worry!"


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    "�� In Enron''s annual report, the profit figure for the "Assets and Investments" project is always a mystery. The annual report notes to the division "Building power plant projects around the world, putting them into operation after completion, and selling at a profit; this division It also participates in the business of buying and selling shares and bonds of energy and telecommunications companies.�� The division��s profit in the second quarter of 1999 was $325 million, which fell to $5.5 million in the second quarter of 2ooo. Where did such a big change come from?�� LinkedIn Fortune believes that Enron is manipulating its profits through the amount of asset sales in the "Assets and Investments" program. This way, when profits in any quarter fall short of Wall Street analysts'' expectations, Enron can always increase or decrease program assets by adding or subtracting assets. The sale to meet or exceed the expected profit."??"...Despite several years of Enron''s claims to reduce debt, in the first three quarters of 2ooo, Enron issued another $3.9 billion in new bonds, bringing total debt to 2ooo Reaching $1.3 billion at the end of September, its gearing ratio (debt to total assets) rose to nearly 5o%, compared to 39% at the end of 1999. In addition, its operating cash flow was $1.6 billion in 1998, 1999 1.2 billion, compared to only $100 million in the first nine months of 2ooo. Although Enron''s operating cash flow is gradually declining, its reported net profit is rising every year, which in itself shows that Enron''s profits are not From the main business, and either from non-recurring income or from fraud����


    "boom��!"


    The water cup on the table was almost knocked over, which shows how angry the people who made such a big commotion are in the bottom of their hearts.


    "Damn, they''re slandering, these **** should be brought to federal court!"


    A strong white middle-aged man with a dense beard waved his fists and said angrily.


    "We could do that. But when the judge asked us to show proof that their press release was defamatory, we showed a lot of evidence that Enron was running a worse business than the other side said? Genius idea!"


    A yellow-skinned, dark-eyed Chinese man with gold-rimmed glasses spread his hands and said sarcastically.


    "Maybe you **** can tell us what to do?"


    "A softie is always better than a fool. At least a softie can keep the company, and a fool can only make things worse!"


    "Who are you calling an idiot?"


    "Who''s talking is who?"


    Looking at the two arguing, the senior executives around An Ran looked at their noses and noses, but Quan Dang didn''t see them. After all, one of these two guys is a close confidant of current Enron CEO Jeffrey Gilling, and the other is each other''s assistant, currently the CEO of Enron''s most favored energy services department. They are Jeffrey Gilling''s right and left hand. Except for Kenneth Lay, and Enron CFO Andrew Stowe, no one is above them.


    "Cliff, Lu, calm down for me. Now Enron is in crisis. If you feel that your personal grievances outweigh the safety of the company, you can resign. I promise to approve."


    Seeing that Geoffrey Gilling was really angry, Cliff Baxter and Lou Pei glared at each other before calming down.


    "Guys, the rising trend of Enron''s share price since March has stopped now because of the continuous negative reports on Enron on LinkedIn. Even after Bruce Guo invested a lot of money to buy Enron''s short position, the stock price fell 5.3 US dollar. If we let this situation continue, the situation will only become more and more unfavorable for us. Therefore, I hope that you can work together to come up with a solution to change the current predicament of Enron, otherwise the stock in our hands will continue to depreciate, I I believe that no one wants to see such a situation." Jeffrey Jilin said solemnly.


    "I have a question, Bruce Kuo spent close to $700 million on the acquisition of Pacific Ocean and Southern California, and three of Apple''s projects, or $800 million if you count Legendary Comics. In addition, just yesterday, he also The Oregon Power and Gas Company was acquired at a price of $800 million Now adding the funds to short us, his overall investment has reached $9.3 billion. In calculating the operating funds to maintain Pan Pacific Group, it must have been Tens of billions. Even with loans from Goldman Sachs and Morgan, his financial strength can''t be this strong!" The speaker was a bald black man, his name was Rick Causey, Enron''s accountant.


    "I heard that his Thunder Fund made a lot of money on gold speculation!"


    "No matter how much he earns, we must figure out the specific amount. Otherwise, if we don''t know the strength of the enemy, we will attack rashly, and there is little chance of winning!"


    "It''s not easy to figure out the revenue of the Thunder Fund. Especially when Bruce Guo has been strictly guarded."


    Watching the crowd arguing in the conference room, Jeffrey Gilling was upset by their quarrel. But he didn''t think of a good way for a while.


    "Andrew, what''s your opinion?"


    Andrew Fastow, a financial genius with the title of ''prodigy'' within Enron. It was his wonderful financial skills that increased Enron''s stock price step by step, and it still has a market value of more than 600 million US dollars. However, a weak foundation obviously cannot support a building that is too high. Enron, lacking industrial support, had come to an end. This is not something that can be changed simply by financial means.


    Of course, Andrew Fastow, the treasurer of Enron, knew this better than anyone. Therefore, he has been slowly selling his Enron equity since last year. After earning nearly $127 million, his stake in Enron was running out. Therefore, he didn''t care much about what happened to An Ran in the end. Even in the worst case scenario, Enron went bankrupt, and he ensured that his profits would not be damaged.


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    Moreover, in order to deal with the possible judicial lawsuits that threatened his property after Enron''s collapse, he used ''trust'', ''insurance'' and other financial management methods to isolate his assets early. Therefore, in the face of threats, he is more calm than anyone present.


    ��According to reports provided by the Information Department, Pan Pacific Energy Group has recently been acquiring electric and natural gas utilities in the western states of the United States. This acquisition activity, while making Pan Pacific Energy Group��s assets larger, has also increased their It just so happens that we, Enron, are the largest energy transaction broker in the United States, controlling 20% ??of the energy trade in the U.S. electricity and natural gas sector. We are an upstream company of the Pan Pacific Energy Group. Therefore, as long as we continue to increase our prices, we can More losses to the pan-Pacific energy downstream."


    "...To put it more vividly, the current Pan Pacific Group, or Bruce Guo, is a big tank that doesn''t know how much water it holds. We just cut a hole in the outer wall of the large tank to allow the water inside to flow. Faster people. We have to do our best to chisel bigger holes, and Bruce Guo has to make sure that there is enough water in the tank. This is a contest between our two sides, the winner eats everything, and the loser is out."


    ����So, we��re going to stick to two things: One, use all of Enron��s energy to help Pan Pacific acquire more utilities and continue to increase their financial burden. Two, keep California��s energy crisis going. Now we��re 95% The profits come from energy trade. The bigger Bruce Guo''s Pan Pacific Energy Group is, the more Enron has a huge customer with stable returns, which will continue to bring us high profits. Moreover, Bruce Guo''s Mergers and acquisitions avoided the widespread bankruptcy of public utilities caused by the California energy crisis, and reduced the pressure on us from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Therefore, the strength of Bruce Guo is not necessarily a bad thing. Of course, the premise is to ensure that in this duel , we must be the final winner!"


    His words caused the atmosphere in the conference room to fall into silent thought. After a while, Geoffrey Jilin said unwillingly: "Is there no other better way?"


    Andrew Fastow shook his head.


    "Now that Bruce Guo''s energy is big enough, some unreliable means have little effect on him. Only with strong strength and enough connections can it be possible to defeat such an enemy. Fortunately, we have a bigger share in this regard. So we should use this advantage more fully. With the help of Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi, First Boston, we can help us defeat our opponents.��


    Jeffrey Gilling nodded, and after thinking about it seriously, his eyes slowly swept across the faces of the others present. But including his most trusted Cliff Baxter and Lou Pei, they carefully avoided his earnest eyes. As for those guys who had always been opposed to their successor Enron CEO, their faces showed a gloating look without any scruples.


    Knowing that it was impossible to get any more useful news, Jeffrey Gilling felt sullen for a while, and simply waved his hand to announce the end of the meeting.


    When he came out of the conference room, secretary Christina hurriedly greeted him.


    "Boss, Mr. Bahrain has been waiting in your office for half an hour!"


    Jeffrey Baring frowned, "Got it, go meet him!"


    Although he didn''t like this arrogant and proud son of a run-down nobleman, there were indeed a lot of ''ghost ideas'' from the other side. A lot of them played a big role against Bruce Guo. Therefore, in the current situation of Enron''s difficulties, he also wanted to ask the other party if there is a better way to deal with Bruce Guo and his industry more strongly.


    In fact, instead of bringing him a solution to his problem, Oliver Baring added to the irritability in Geoffrey Gilling''s heart.


    "Mr. Jilin, Enron''s stock price has fallen by $5.9, we must reverse this!"


    They simply shook hands, and after the two sat down, Oliver Balin couldn''t wait to speak.


    The Bahrain Asset Management company he manages has bought 5.8 million shares of Enron common stock at an average price of $55 over the past three months. Moreover, after the price reached the $70 price agreed with Goldman Sachs and other financial institutions, they did not take the opportunity to realize the cash, but thought that they were familiar with Enron executives such as Jeffrey Jilin and could obtain the first-hand internal information of Enron. First grasp the news of its market changes to obtain high profits, and have been holding it until now.


    Originally, Oliver Baring''s plan was to wait until Enron''s share price crossed $80, and then take off his gloves and leave the market. But I never thought that Enron''s stock price actually turned down when it was nearly 3 dollars away from 80 dollars. And all of a sudden it lost nearly $6 per share.


    Seeing that the loss of 350 million US dollars was born on himself, Oliver Baring naturally lost the calmness when the stock price rose before.


    Rolling around in the mall for decades, the seasoned old fritter Jeffrey Baring naturally saw through Oliver Baring''s falsehood at a glance, and also guessed the reason for his anxiety now. Despite his disdain for the guy''s unstable mentality, Geoffrey Baring knew that the British man had to be stabilized now. Otherwise, if the 5800,000 ordinary shares of Enron he held are sold, it will undoubtedly cause an avalanche of Enron''s stock price. At that time, he will try his best to win over Goldman Sachs and Morgan, and the re-stabilized Enron will really be over.


    "Oliver, you and I both know it. Enron''s current predicament is not caused by operating errors. In fact, we are making huge profits from the California energy crisis. Therefore, to continue to raise Enron''s share price, the core problem is Crack down on Bruce Kwok who is making a massive short against Enron! Your advice is very effective in this regard, and we should continue."


    Apparently, the seasoned Geoffrey Gilling changed the subject after sensing Oliver Baring''s sway over the ''continuing of Enron''s stake''.


    However, Oliver Bahrain, who has a noble background, has been rigorously cultivated since childhood, and has some operational experience in the financial market, also noticed something strange in the report disclosed by LinkedIn News. Enron doesn''t seem to be as safe, stable and powerful as he thought before!


    "Mr. Jilin, can I see Enron''s quarterly report?"


    "You are also a major shareholder of Enron now, and you naturally have the right to view Enron''s financial statements and balance sheets!" Geoffrey Jilin nodded his eyes with a gleam of light.


    The reason why Enron has been brilliant to the present is that in addition to the pricing and risk management technologies she developed in energy derivatives and bonds, which laid the foundation for it to dominate the US energy trading market, the financial turmoil, It is also one of the reasons for its success. This is a set of financial systems developed by Enron CEO Andrew Fastow, which successfully covered up Enron''s losses with financial entities one by one, balanced Enron''s assets and liabilities, and with the help of Wall Street, increased Enron''s market value Pulled up to an astonishing position of 8oo billion US dollars.


    Except for a few people from Enron, such as Andrew Fastow, even many financial elites on Wall Street could not understand this financial system. Because, this is a huge financial list involving Enron''s 3ooo entities. Within a few months, none of the big five law firms could figure it out, let alone Oliver Baring.


    So Geoffrey Gilling graciously agreed to his request for access to Enron''s financial documents and balance sheet. Of course, there are off-balance sheet liabilities larger than on-balance sheet losses that Oliver Baring certainly won''t see.


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    "Mendieta shot. Oh god, why didn''t it go in again!"


    After seeing Mendieta''s shot missed the post on the TV, Al Bevin hugged his head in annoyance.


    Beside him, Olivia and the old Bevin also showed pity on their faces after Mendieta missed the opportunity to score. But they weren''t as obvious as Al Bevan had suggested.


    In contrast, Guo Shouyun and Molly Bevin, who were sitting on the same sand watching the 2ooo~2oo1 UEFA Champions League final, were much calmer Darling, eat fruit! "


    Guo Shouyun diligently peeled and diced the apple, and handed it to his lover with a fork.


    "thanks!"


    Molly Bevan, who reached out to take it, has a happy look on her pretty face that has become a little rounder. Now that she is six months pregnant, the appearance of a pregnant woman on her body is already obvious, especially her belly is bulging like a ball, and the whole person looks clumsy, and the maternity radiance on her body is also stronger.


    As for Guo Shouyun himself, it has been a week since he flew from San Francisco to Essect. Although Pan-Pacific��s predicament continues, the California energy crisis still has no end in sight, and even Enron��s blows are coming to his companies one after another, Guo Shouyun still chooses to stay with Molly Bevin around. Having no family in his two lifetimes, he cherishes this hard-won opportunity to be a father. In contrast, in the dilemma of his career, as long as it is not a last resort, he will not come forward in person.


    Of course, even in Exeter, with the current level of communication convenience, he can still remotely control all his industries.


    "The extra time is over, and the two sides are still tied."


    This is the voice of Al Bevan.


    "It seems that Valencia may still win the Champions League this year by defeating Bayern Munich." Olivia said.


    "They''ve been in the Champions League final for two years, and I don''t believe God has the heart to continue letting them go home empty-handed."


    It was old Bevin''s voice. Obviously, between the Germans and the Spaniards, there was no match between the British and the Greeks, who chose to support the underdog.


    However, Guo Shouyun, who knew the historical process, understood that they were destined to be disappointed. Valencia ZTE''s most representative two Champions League finals, all regrettably missed the gold medal.


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    Chapter 235 Champions League final


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    "...Followers, what''s next is a penalty shootout between Valencia and Bayern Munich, the second time in the championship since Juventus beat Ajax 4-2 on penalties in 1996. Penalty kicks in the cup final. ... First came the Bayern substitute Sergio. Oh mygod, he kicked the ball too high. Now Bayern, who missed a goal, are temporarily behind."


    "Looking at Valencia, the main player in Valencia''s midfield, the soul of Mendieta. Gaizka Mendieta, 27 years old, has been placed in the left midfield by Italian Ranieri. After going up, Mendieta''s potential was fully stimulated. Not only did he repeatedly provide assists, but he also scored the third most goals in the team. His offensive combination with "Bug" Claudio Lopez and "Cobra" Illier A whirlwind of attack in La Liga."


    "...Three times in 9 days in 1999, defeating defending champions Barcelona was the most memorable performance for Valencia fans in years. In addition, they slaughtered Real Madrid 6-o in the Copa del Rey that season, and 3-o in the final. Defeated Atletico Madrid and won the championship with unquestionable performance. Mendieta, Farinos, Mira and Angulo formed a midfield quartet that shocked football. They were unfortunately defeated in the Champions League last year. After Real Madrid, they are once again on the stage of the Champions League final this year, God bless them to win the championship!"


    Looking at the TV screen, Mendieta stepped on the lawn and stepped back after placing the ball. Whether it was the Bevin family or the thousands of viewers in front of the TV, they subconsciously held their breaths. The same goes for Guo Shouyun, of course, because every goal in the final determines how much money he can make in the heavily betting football.


    Under the attention of hundreds of millions of people around the world, Mendieta trotted and quickly became swift and fast. When he came to the front of the football, his flexed thigh muscles twitched, and he threw it out like a taut bow and crossbow like lightning. . With a ''bang'', it was accurately transmitted to everyone''s ears through the TV loudspeaker. Then I saw the football pushed by a powerful force flying towards the upper right corner of the goal with a white streamer.


    "The outer instep arc, the angle is very tricky! ... Oh my God, Kahn, the most reassuring goalkeeper Bayern has ever had, Kahn, he saved the curve ball that Mendieta was determined to win! What a great save!"


    Accompanied by the excited and unbelievable shouts of the commentator, the annoyed voice of the fans in Valencia shook the entire San Siro stadium in Milan, Italy! On the contrary, the fans of Bayern Munich sang and danced, thanking the team for avoiding disaster.


    "Mendieta''s outer instep arc was actually saved?" Al Bevan, who stared wide-eyed, said in shock.


    "Kahn the Lion!"


    Looking at the strong man roaring up to the sky on the TV screen, Guo Shouyun''s eyes showed a trace of memory.


    Next year''s World Cup will be the truly glorious moment for this ''Golden Lion King''. Although the German team still failed to win the World Cup in the end, the tenacious German used his excellent strength to bring the stagnant German national team to the stage of the World Cup final all the way.


    Moreover, with the world''s top offensive players such as Ronaldo, Rivaldo, and Ronaldinho, and the Brazilian national team''s attack at its peak, only two goals were lost. So, although Germany missed out on the title, Kahn took home the Ballon d''Or and the Golden Glove.


    When the Huaxia National Team participated in the World Cup for the first time, Guo Shouyun, who paid special attention to this World Cup, was deeply impressed by the performance of the Lion King Kahn. When playing live football in the future, Kahn will always be his number one in the goalkeeper position. choose.


    When Guo Shouyun fell into memory, the penalty shootout between the two sides continued. When Valencia defender Pellegrino''s penalty was saved by Kahn, everyone in Bayern Munich became excited. For a time, the San Siro stadium became a sea of ??red, or the color of the Bayern home team''s autumn clothes.


    "Valencia is such a pity. Two years into the Champions League final, the result is nothing!" Olivia said.


    "Competitive sports are so cruel. Besides, the Valencians lack a little luck!" Old Bevin sighed and said. There is no British team in this year''s Champions League, which really makes him uninspiring. However, he also admitted that the game between Valencia and Bayern is not inferior to any previous Champions League.


    "If only I had players like Mendieta and Kahn under my banner!"


    Looking at the envious Al Bevan, Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head. Owning Kahn is every football agent''s dream. But Mendieta forget it. This year''s Champions League is his final peak. Next year, after moving to Lazio with the world''s third worth of 4800,000 yuan, he quickly declined. He was unable to adapt to Serie A. He was sold off in just one year, and then retired sadly after wandering in La Liga and England for many years.


    Sometimes the state of the players is really hard to say, obviously Mendieta played very well in the Champions League against the Serie A giants AC Milan, Inter Milan, and Juventus, but it wilted in Serie A. People have to sigh.


    After seeing that the final result of the Champions League final was still his concentrated score, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. In this way, he has another 400 million US dollars in the account, and the amount of funds available to Hanhua is close to 600 million US dollars, including the gains on gold speculation. There is no need for him to draw funds from the United States any time soon. Moreover, it can also be a good backhand at critical moments.


    After turning off the TV and discussing the Champions League final for a while, we started preparing dinner.


    Because there are a lot of people, the speed is very fast. In one hour, a sumptuous dinner was placed on the table of Bevin''s family.


    "Bruce, why do you have to live here because you don''t live in a big villa yourself? Olivia and I have to go to a hotel." Al Bevan complained.


    There are only three rooms in Bevin''s house, one for Old Bevin and one for Molly Bevin. Originally, Guo Shouyun could live in the same room with her. But now Molly Bevin''s stomach is too bloated, Guo Shouyun is afraid that he will have a bump when he sleeps, which will affect the child in his stomach, so he can only sleep in a room alone. As it should be, this room that originally belonged to Al Bevan was occupied by him.


    "My house has just been renovated and has a formaldehyde standard. I don''t worry about your sister''s current state and she lives in it!"


    "Didn''t you find someone to test it, and the formaldehyde just crossed the safety line a little?" said Al Bevan.


    "That doesn''t work either, you must be absolutely safe before you can move in!" Guo Shouyun said firmly.


    In his last life, a colleague of his was in a hurry when he moved, and the child developed leukemia because of formaldehyde. Although it was finally cured, the family was burdened with huge debts of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Moreover, because of raising money, his friend who was less than 30 years old lost half of his head, and his mother also suffered from depression. Guo Shouyun still remembers the tragic lesson.


    "Bruce is also for Molly''s safety, so you can take Olivia to the hotel. Besides, didn''t you say that you made a lot of money, and you can afford to come and go to the Rose Hotel for a few nights." Wen waved his hand and said.


    Al Bevan was just complaining, and didn''t really mean to fight for a place to live.


    "Brother-in-law, you can see that your manor doesn''t live there. Why don''t we live there at night. It''s a waste if it''s empty anyway."


    "I''m afraid this is your real purpose, right?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Hey, I can''t hide anything from my brother-in-law!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Anyway, I have a room for you there. I''ll call Ward later and he will arrange for you to stay there."


    "Thank you brother-in-law!"


    "No need to thank you. As long as you don''t disturb us for dinner next time!" Guo Shouyun put a piece of steak on Molly Bevin''s plate.


    "Too greasy!"


    "Dear, for the nutrition of you and your child, bear with me."


    "Then you sprinkle some pepper on me and add more pepper, I like spicy food!"


    "Ok, no problem!"


    Looking at their loving appearance, Al Bevan not only pouted, "I really can''t stand the two of you."


    But Old Bevin was very relieved, he could see that his daughter was very happy. And this son-in-law really loves his daughter very much. However, remembering the news he saw in the newspaper, Old Bevin''s brows furrowed. But he didn''t say anything. It was not until after dinner that Guo Shouyun settled Molly Bevan to rest, he waved and called him to the end of the corridor.


    "Bruce, have you been having trouble at work recently?"


    "Why do you ask that?"


    Old Bevin handed over the newspaper in his hand. This is The Times, and its front page is a headline about itself.


    "Who are they telling the truth?"


    The news content is mainly aimed at the large amount of negative reports about Enron from LinkedIn News, and the comments of Enron CEO Jeffrey Gilling: "We have filed a lawsuit in federal court, and the false news of LinkedIn has caused the sharp decline of Enron''s stock price. , which has seriously affected our normal operations. Its behavior is no longer simple corporate competition, but a crime, and LinkedIn, including its operators, should be punished by the Federal Constitution!��


    Guo Shouyun smiled after reading the newspaper, "Don''t worry, this is just a simple corporate competition. If it is really illegal, I don''t think the US Immigration Bureau will let me leave there!"


    Old Beiwen stared at Guo Shouyun''s expression closely, and after he never saw any dodge on his face, he finally breathed a sigh of relief.


    "I don''t know much about business, so I won''t say much. But I hope you think about Molly and the child in her womb before you do anything. Your safety is related to the life of their mother and child. happiness!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded solemnly, "I assure you that Molly and the children will always be my priority at any time. I am willing to exchange anything for their safety and happiness!"


    Old Bevin nodded in relief, "I believe you can do it. Well, it''s getting late, you should go to rest early too!"


    "Okay, good night!"


    "Good night!"


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 Chapter 236： Rebecca Mark

    Chapter 236 Rebecca Mark


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    Although Guo Shouyun''s main purpose in coming to the UK is to accompany Molly Bevan, who is giving birth at home. But he didn''t give up his job entirely, either. Moreover, this time he came to the UK for another purpose.


    London, Mackendon Community. This is an upscale community in central London, not far from the City. Many financial elites and corporate executives live here. Therefore, both the environment and security are first-class.


    Sitting in the back of a custom-made bulletproof Mercedes, Guo Shouyun looked at the community outside. After a moment, "Rebecca Mark lives here?"


    "Yes! No. 57 Mackendon, unless she goes back to Houston, she will spend the night here." Will Harrington said.


    This information management expert, who was excavated by Guo Shouyun from Columbia University, has a high efficiency in collecting corporate intelligence and is now Guo Shouyun''s most important assistant in this regard.


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly, "Is the contact with her still not smooth during this time?"


    "Yes. But compared to before, her attitude seems to be less firm now!"


    "Oh? Do you know why?"


    "It''s not clear yet. But it should be related to the Pan Pacific Group. It was after the boss reorganized the Pan Pacific Group that Rebecca Mark''s attitude changed."


    "Pan Pacific Group?" Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly, and after thinking for a moment, "Give me her mobile phone number. We have been waiting on her for too long, and we can''t continue!"


    Now the conflict between him and Enron has been made public, and both sides are spraying each other through the news media. In addition, as LinkedIn CEO Tim George has received a subpoena from the Texas State Court, Enron took LinkedIn News and its parent company to court for defamation, demanding $1.2 billion in damages and a public apology .


    Of course, in response, Tim George also hired a professional team of lawyers under his advice to deal with Enron''s lawsuit. Obviously, this is an extremely time-consuming and labor-intensive thing. Guo Shouyun has made up his mind. If the lawsuit is lost, it goes to the Court of Appeals, and if it loses again, it goes to the Federal Court. Anyway, he is not afraid of a lawsuit. I''m afraid that An Ran couldn''t hold on before the lawsuit was over. So, he didn''t take it too seriously. What really worries him is the Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi and Bank of America standing behind Enron.


    He didn''t know to what extent these financial giants were involved in the Hound program. Is it to see the wind? Or are you going to stick to it? If it is the former, it is naturally fortunate. If it was the latter, he would have to be more prepared to deal with everything. Having the evidence to bring down Enron at any time is an important one, and Rebecca Mark is the key to it.


    Guo Shouyun called after remembering Rebecca Mark''s cell phone number from Will Harrington. After a short time, it was connected, and a slightly thick female voice came over.


    "Hello!"


    "Hello, Ms. Mark!"


    Different from the unfamiliar voice before, Rebecca Mark paused for a moment before saying, "Mr. Guo?"


    "Ms. Mark is really smart, I''m Bruce Guo!"


    "Mr. Guo''s voice is highly recognizable, and the most important thing is that you are very young. It will leave a deep impression on those who have heard it."


    "Really? It seems that Ms. Mark knows something about me too!"


    "Of course, as a senior executive at Enron, I will naturally have some understanding of the company''s opponents!"


    "An opponent?" Guo Shouyun smiled, "I think this is a grudge between me and Enron under the leadership of Jeffrey Jilin, not Ms. Mark''s Azuricos Water Company!"


    "Azuricos also belongs to Enron!"


    "But I prefer to see it as an independent entity. I think Jeffrey Jilin would like the same if he could," Guo Shouyun emphasized.


    "Mr. Guo, I don''t think you called me to say this, right?" After a while, Rebecca Mark''s voice sounded again.


    "Of course! ... But I''d like to be able to meet Ms. Mark face-to-face, not over the phone."


    "Okay! ... There''s a garage coffee on Mary Street in Kensington, and we''ll meet there. You can decide the time!"


    "The location is all right. How about the time in an hour?"


    "I''ll be on time for my appointment!"


    "Looking forward to meeting Ms. Mark, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After hanging up the phone and pondering the content of the chat, "Come on, go to the Mary Street Garage Coffee in Kensington District."


    After the part-time driver''s bodyguard nodded, he quickly started the car and joined the traffic in London.


    The place Rebecca Mark said wasn''t hard to find. After stopping the car, Guo Shouyun walked in with Will Harrington.


    As you can guess from the name of the coffee shop, this is a modern industrial style coffee shop, surrounded by many small handicrafts made of industrial parts, and the ceiling also has exposed pipes, which looks very interesting.


    Guo Shouyun ordered two glasses of Blue Mountain, and while savoring it carefully, he did not waste time.


    "How''s it going with Tim Belden?"


    "When we raised the offer to $10 million, he was loose. Still, this is a greedy guy. He wants more, so he''s holding on!"


    "The problem that can be solved with money is not a problem. Since he wants more, then give him a higher price. However, you have to let him understand that the room for us to increase the price is not unlimited. Moreover, his share Evidence that Enron manipulated the market must be real and valid!"


    "I see!"


    "Have you found Suri Windrow?"


    "The latest news we have found is that she left the United States and went to Australia on May 14, but where in Australia is, we have not found it yet!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "If you really can''t find it, forget it."


    "What about the San Francisco Police Department...?"


    "Don''t worry about it for now."


    He wanted to wait for Martin to come back and decide for himself. Of course, 80% he will withdraw. However, it wasn''t an important matter in the first place, and Guo Shouyun didn''t want to distract himself too much.


    "Has there been any news from Goldman Sachs and Morgan lately?"


    "They seem to have put their energy into the upcoming Chinese market. We didn''t take any targeted actions, but cooperated with Enron to carry out some media publicity. Moreover, they have not shorted Apple''s stock in the market. ."


    The quietness of several financial giants is indeed strange, but Guo Shouyun did not relax his vigilance because of this. That piece of gambling agreement was always in his heart.


    "Pay close attention to their movements, especially at the top."


    "Yes! ... Boss, here comes Rebecca Mark!"


    With Will Harrington''s reminder, Guo Shouyun also subconsciously looked towards the door. Sure enough, a woman wearing a brown lady''s business suit with half-short hair, a thin and serious face, and a shrewd and capable temperament walked in.


    Guo Shouyun had seen the photo of Rebecca Mark, and the other party obviously had the same. After entering the door, after a brief look around, he walked straight to where Guo Shouyun was sitting.


    "Ms Mark, nice to meet you!"


    After the other party walked in, Guo Shouyun stood up one step ahead and stretched out his right hand towards the other party.


    "I have admired Mr. Guo''s name for a long time, and I am equally honored to see you here!"


    Rebecca Mark seriously looked at the young man in front of him wearing a simple white shirt, dark khakis and brown leather shoes. The clean temperament of the other party was not like a management elite, but more like a young man just out of college. school gate students.


    However, thinking of the amazing achievements the other party has achieved, Rebecca Mark didn''t have much contempt, and disappeared instantly.


    "Please sit down!"


    After he greeted Will Harrington, Guo Shouyun said.


    "thanks!"


    "Waiter?"


    Guo Shouyun snapped his fingers. Soon, a fair-dressed waitress came over.


    "Sir, do you need anything?"


    "Bring this lady a coffee!"


    Just when the other party was about to ask, Rebecca Mark quickly said, "Give me a cup of Kaling, no sugar!"


    "Okay, please wait a moment!"


    After the other party left Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Ms. Mark often comes here?"


    "The coffee here comes from some small coffee plantations. Although it is not well-known, it has a unique taste. I like it very much. So when I have time, I often come over and sit down!" Rebecca Mark nodded and said.


    "...Mr. Guo, I am a person with a strong sense of time, so I don''t want to have a meaningless chat with you. I think you must be the same. So, you can now tell me why you are looking for me!"


    "OK! It just so happens that I don''t want to waste my time." Guo Shouyun squinted at the capable middle-aged woman in front of him, "I think Ms. Mark must be very clear about Enron''s current situation. Jeffrey Jilin and Enron''s board of directors Your rejection isn''t hard news for me either. So...I wonder what''s next for Ms. Mark?"


    "Plan?" Rebecca Mark raised an eyebrow.


    "That''s right. Follow the sinking ship of An Ran? Or jump out of it in advance and look for a better future?"


    "Mr. Guo, although Enron is indeed in serious business difficulties, is it an exaggeration to say that a super enterprise that controls 20% of US energy transactions will fail quickly?"


    "Exaggerating? Hehe, if it''s just that Enron''s business is in trouble, I may not be so sure. But wait for the top executives of Enron such as Jeffrey Gilling, Andrew Fastow, Lou Pei, and even Kenneth Lee. When the founders were selling its shares, I knew it was doomed. A bunch of self-savvy idiots were driving a broken boat, and I really can''t think of any reason for it to continue." Guo Shouyun shook his head disdainfully .


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 Chapter 237： Off-balance sheet assets

    Chapter 237 Off-balance sheet assets


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    After a moment of silence, Rebecca Mark said in a low voice, "After all, these are just Mr. Guo''s personal guesses...!"


    "It''s not a guess, it''s an estimate, it''s an estimate based on facts!" Guo Shouyun interrupted, "Ms. Mark, I have always admired your hard work and tenacity in your career. A woman has won you over in the U.S. energy industry. It��s almost rare to be in the current position. I don��t believe that you can��t see how dangerous Enron��s current form is.��


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled and said meaningfully: "Or do you plan to replace Enron''s plight when Jeffrey Jilin takes the blame and resigns!"


    Rebecca Mark''s body trembled, and her pupils instantly shrank. Seeing her like this, Guo Shouyun knew that he had guessed right. In fact, the more capable and conceited people are, the more proud they are in their hearts. The talent and perseverance of Rebecca Marks is evident in Rebecca Marks'' talent and perseverance in turning Enron International from a small department with only two or three big cats and kittens into an international energy giant with assets of tens of billions of dollars.


    When she was unanimously praised by the American business community and was only one step away from the throne of Enron''s coo, she was ruthlessly abandoned by the company''s board of directors, and was mercilessly matched by her competitor Jeffrey Gilling to the UK. The ''water business'' of one poor and two white.


    After being driven out of Enron''s power center Houston, the proud Rebecca Mark is always thinking of revenge, and she wants to prove to the world that Enron''s board of directors refused to let her serve as Enron''s coo was a serious mistake by them .


    And the best way to prove it is to replace Geoffrey Gilling and turn the tide and save Enron.


    If everything goes as Rebecca Marks thinks, then she will become a business legend and respected forever like Jack Welch who saved General Electric and Andy Grove who saved Intel from upside down! This is also Rebecca Mark''s highest requirement for herself, even her ideal.


    "Ms Mark, I think you should understand one thing: getting a group of people in power to admit their mistakes is sometimes even harder than getting them to give up their wealth! I''m 90 percent sure , even if Jeffrey Gilling is finally expelled from Enron, the board of directors of Enron will never invite you back to that position! They will definitely hire another professional manager from the outside to carry out a comprehensive reform of the company. No Coincidentally, as the CEO of Azuricos Water Company, you, who have never been able to change the company''s operating difficulties, will follow in the footsteps of Jeffrey Gilling."


    "I have enough confidence to reverse Azuricos'' predicament, but the management of Enron, led by Jeffrey Gilling, only knows to securitize the company''s assets and then continue to raise funds to push up Enron''s stock price, but it has nothing to do with the company''s operations. Invest a penny. Otherwise, how could Azuricos fall to the point where it is almost bankrupt now!" Rebecca Mark said angrily.


    "Enron''s fate was already doomed when it transformed from a real company into an energy trading company similar to an investment bank, and adopted the ''fair value calculation method''! Fair value made Enron always focus on book assets, and use financial speculation and the stock market to Earn income, but never work hard to run the industry, so as to obtain continuous profits. So, when an industrial company operates like an investment bank, what can happen?��


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s eloquent words, Rebecca Maxso said after a moment, "So do you think Enron can''t be saved?"


    "You know this question better than I do, but it''s just that your expectations for An Ran have made you unwilling to believe it!" Guo Shouyun stretched out his hand when he finished speaking. Will Harrington next to him quickly took out a document from his briefcase and put it in Guo Shouyun''s hand.


    After taking a look at it, Guo Shouyun turned his hand and put it in front of Rebecca Mark after it was indeed what he wanted.


    "This is some data we collected about Enron''s losses. Because of the limited time and the lack of access to Enron''s core financial secrets, we only counted about two-thirds of her 3ooo financial entities. Only this The total amount of liabilities exposed by two thirds has reached 2.5 billion US dollars. Compared with Enron''s registered assets of 7.2 billion US dollars, the total debt ratio has reached 34.7%. I believe this figure is by no means the whole of Enron''s liabilities. The number of foreign assets and liabilities is even more staggering.��


    When it comes to off-balance sheet assets, here is a brief introduction to how off-balance sheet assets are formed. Take Enron as an example. She just built a power plant. As a result, the power plant did not bring the expected profit for various reasons, but suffered a major loss. So, how do you transfer this loss so that it doesn''t show up on the balance sheet and thus affect the company''s stock price?


    The common practice was to create a financial entity separate from Enron. This financial entity negotiated with financial institutions such as Goldman Sachs, Morgan, and Citi on behalf of Enron, borrowed high-interest loans from these financial institutions, and then used this loan to buy Enron''s loss-making power plants at prices above market value. In this way, Enron recorded a profit on its books, and the loss-making power plant was successfully transferred to this financial entity.


    Enron, which is profitable on paper, naturally has a very clean balance sheet, and is favored by uninformed investment institutions and investors, and its stock price has further increased. After the stock price rose, Enron began to split shares and issue corporate bonds to collect funds. Then use the funds withdrawn from the capital market to buy the shares of the financial entity that has lost money. The financial entity then returns the money to the financial institution.


    After this circle, the loss-making power plant is still losing money, and it still belongs to Enron, but both Enron and financial institutions have made a lot of money. During the US bull market in the 1990s, this was Enron''s most common approach. But when the bull market turned bearish and investors became cautious, Enron''s trick of stealing the bell could no longer play.


    "Ms. Mark, I think you know better than me what Enron''s so-called 7.2 billion assets are. Apart from the northern natural gas pipeline and the Teesside project in the UK, how many projects under Enron can generate normal profits? I can name a lot of loss-making projects, including your proud India Dabol project!"


    Rebecca Mark''s face turned gloomy in an instant, India''s Dabor Power Plant, the first phase of a 2o15 megawatt giant power plant with a planned investment of 300 million US dollars and an actual investment of 900 million US dollars, is still standing in Maharasht The ruins of modern steel on the hills of Rabon Dabor did not generate a dime of revenue for Enron. This was the biggest scandal under her leadership of Enron International, and the biggest stumbling block for her to step into the top leadership of Enron.


    Guo Shouyun, who had no intention of ridiculing Rebecca Marks, changed the subject after seeing the effect, "I know that Enron International''s mistake lies in Enron''s ''fair value calculation'', its risk management system with many loopholes, and its quick success. Market mentality. But precisely because of these, Enron''s truly valuable assets are already less than 300 million US dollars. Under the circumstance of serious insolvency, unless fundamental changes are made and tens of billions of dollars of funds are injected, otherwise No one can save Enron!"


    Looking at the information in his hand and listening to Guo Shouyun''s well-founded rebuttal, Rebecca Mark became silent for a while. After a long time, she slowly said: "Then why are you looking for me? Is it just for me to give up the idea of ??taking charge of Enron?"


    "I want to get the evidence of Enron''s financial fraud in the hands of Ms. Mark!" Guo Shouyun said word by word.


    "What can I get?"


    Rebecca Mark said calmly.


    "$3ooo in cash. Or a chance!"


    "Chance?"


    "That''s right! In the next three years, Pan Pacific Group will build 4 to 7 power plants in the western states of the United States, with a total installed capacity of over 6ooo megawatts. I can give you the right to operate and manage one of these projects. If you do well, you will He will be promoted and become the senior vice president of Pan Pacific Energy Group responsible for developing the Chinese market."


    Noticing that Rebecca Mark frowned slightly, Guo Shouyun didn''t give her a chance to speak, "...I know what you think, but I''m not Kenneth Lee and Geoffrey Jilin, I''m fooling you with an empty shell department. Huaxia The market is the market that I value the most, and it is tied with the United States. In the next five to ten years, the company will invest 500 million US dollars, or even more, to develop the Huaxia power market!��


    Staring closely at the eyes of the man opposite, Rebecca Mark, who did not see the slightest evasion or hesitation, said with suspicion in her tone: "Let''s not talk about Huaxia Investment, it''s just a 6ooo megawatt power project. , do you know how much to invest?"


    "Of course! At current prices, it would take about $900 million to build a 6ooo megawatt plant!"


    "Now, with a monthly loss of more than 600 million US dollars, and with the mergers and acquisitions in the same industry, the Pan Pacific Energy Group, which has continued to expand its losses, can come up with such a huge amount of money?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "That''s why I came to Ms. Mark. Only the evidence in your hands can make Jeffrey Jilin give up his control of the California energy market! In this way, the huge losses will naturally disappear. The money saved is more than enough to expand the group''s business or make up for losses."


    Looking at the very confident man in front of her, Rebecca Mark''s straight face showed a slightly stiff smile, "It is rumored that the Thunder Fund managed by Mr. Guo has made a lot of money from Argentina''s debt crisis. Money, can I know the exact amount of this money?"


    "Sorry, this is a company secret!"


    "An expected answer!" After nodding, Rebecca Mark suddenly said, "It''s an honor to chat with Mr. Guo. It''s not early, so I''ll leave first!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned, the other party''s sudden farewell was beyond his expectations. However, he did not want to be at a disadvantage in the negotiation and did not stop him.


    After briefly shaking hands with the other party, he stared at the shrewd and capable woman in front of him, and said slowly: "The funds I have in hand are enough to reverse Enron''s current predicament. Therefore, after Ms. Mark returns, she should seriously consider my proposal just now. For good!"


    Rebecca Mark, whose face remained unchanged, nodded, obviously Guo Shouyun''s last words had a lot of influence on her. However, she didn''t ask any more questions. After saying "goodbye", she left the cafe with Guo Shouyun''s escort.


    "Boss, do you think she will agree to our request?" Will Harrington asked, looking at the distant car shadow.


    "I don''t know either. But this is a smart woman. I believe she will make the right choice!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun patted Will Harrington''s arm, "Let''s go, I invite you have lunch!"


    ��I know there is a good Chinese restaurant around here!��


    "Then you drive!"


    "OK!"


    The two chatted and left immediately.


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 Chapter 238： Kidnapped Goldman Sachs and Morgan

    Chapter 238 Kidnapped Goldman Sachs and Morgan


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    When Guo Shouyun was fighting for Rebecca Mark to check and balance Enron, he also became the center of discussion for some people with ulterior motives.


    "boom��!"


    With the swinging club, the white golf ball flies in a white arc toward the far hole in the warm New York morning sun.


    "John, this is not your level."


    John Schwarzman shook his head, "If it wasn''t for your invitation, I wouldn''t have the heart to play now!"


    "Isn''t the development of Seymour very smooth? What are you worried about!" Stephen Bryan laughed.


    Glancing at him, "Stephen, don''t tell me you can''t guess what I''m worried about."


    "Bruce Guo?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Looks like Jeffrey Gilling called you a lot!" Stephen Bryan laughed.


    "He is only one aspect, and the most important thing is Bruce Guo himself. It is now mid-June, and it has been nearly two months since Bruce Guo acquired Pacific and Southern California and integrated them into the Pan Pacific Group. Two months , Pan Pacific Group, instead of operating in a dilemma, has acquired a large amount of companies in the same industry. In less than two months, they have acquired 7 companies of the same type, and have penetrated into eight states in the western United States. , is still in contact with Texas Gas, Montana Electric and Natural Gas, and the pace of expansion has not stopped."


    John Schwarzman took a breath, eased his tone, and said with a serious expression, "How much liquidity does Bruce Guo, who has invested 3 billion US dollars in these mergers and acquisitions, still have? The betting plan will become a dead letter."


    Hearing this, Stephen Bryan sighed slightly and put the club away. After being mentioned by the other party that he was also worried recently, Stephen Bryan didn''t have the heart to continue playing.


    The two handed over the clubs and gloves to the assistant next to them, and started walking along the manicured lawn of the court.


    ��In addition to the acquisition, Bruce Kuo is also suffering from the huge economic losses caused by the energy crisis, which has climbed to nearly $900 million per month. In addition, he has invested $230 million in the renovation of Transpacific Energy��s aging lines. And, according to reports from Pan Pacific News from within Pacific Energy, they plan to invest 9 billion US dollars in three years to build a new 6,000-megawatt power plant, and officially start planning the site in July. All of this indicates that Bruce Guo has a flow in his hands. At least the capital is more than 5 billion US dollars!" Speaking of which, Stephen Bryan sighed, "We all underestimated him, this financial genius has made far more money in gold speculators than we imagined!"


    John Schwarzman nodded, the same data and estimates are also available inside *******.


    "Unfortunately, Bruce Guo''s protection of the gold trading team of Thunder Fund is too strict. We can''t get much valuable information at all except that it has a code name of ''Solomon''. We can''t find out whether they speculated on gold. How much did you earn? If you can''t figure this out, you will never be able to implement the original plan, otherwise you will be making wedding clothes for the other party!" Stephen Bryan said.


    "It''s our common concern. But, Stephen, do you have any good solutions?"


    After sighing, Stephen Bryan shook his head.


    "In the face of abundant funds, any economic means is useless. As for the law, it takes too long. Moreover, Bruce Guo has a good relationship with Karl Rove, deputy chief of staff of the White House, and with the relationship between him and the Bush family, It can easily win political support for Bruce Guo. In addition, the Thunder Fund has hundreds of customers now, these people are very high-status social elites, they will never allow a genius who can bring him huge income every year The financial planner was beaten down inexplicably. Even if there is a legal loophole in Bruce Guo, they will try their best to excuse him. In addition, I believe you also know the name ''Hanshan Club''!"


    "Is that private club organized by Bruce Guo?"


    Stephen Bryan nodded, "Although this club has been established for less than a year, look at its members: Karl Rove, the brain of President Bush, Deputy Chief of Staff of the White House; Timothy Geithner, United States Deputy Treasury Secretary; Michael Davis, Governor of California; Bill Lockyer, California Attorney General; John Hennessy, President of Stanford University; David Rubinstein, CEO of The Carlyle Group; Steve Jobs, CEO of Apple; Jay Bezos, CEO of Amazon! There are many people in the political, business, and legal circles. The energy that these people get together to burst out, even if we have to take it seriously!��


    "It''s unbelievable that in less than two years, Bruce Guo has made such a big situation!" John Schwartzman sighed.


    "It''s not surprising. When you have amazing wealth and have even more amazing wealth gathering ability, you will naturally gather around many people with the same ability. Although these people''s purpose is not simple, as long as they gather together, There is no doubt that such a signal is sent to the outside world: we are a group!"


    John Schwarzman nodded, "I''m afraid this is exactly what Bruce Guo wants to see. Use pure interests to unite those who desire interests and forces!"


    "That''s right. It turned out to be the most effective, and it will always work!" Stephen Bryan said.


    "Alas! It''s a pity that this is also the place where we are throwing the rat!" After a pause, John Schwarzman turned his head and said, "Stephen, I have bad news for you. Jolia and the others are ready to do it!"


    "What''s the meaning?"


    "I think you should also understand that when Citigroup represented by Jolia raised Enron''s share price before, it did not sell it at $70 as agreed, but instead took advantage of the trend to buy 30 million shares, and now they hold Enron 5.9 %, a stock worth about $4 billion. Originally they hoped to sell at a high level, but now their investment has been locked up because of a series of bad news about Enron from LinkedIn and a large short sale of Bruce Guo''s Thunder Fund. Enron shares are now down more than $10 per share on average compared to their purchase price. To avoid losses, they intend to start the second part of the ''Hound Dog'' early!"


    "Are Citi people all idiots? It''s pointless to start the second part of the Hound plan now, to suppress the stock prices of Apple and Amazon, and to take a walk on the bad news of Pan Pacific Energy and the Matrix. Bruce Guo''s abundant funds can easily be used for them. Underpinning. And, I think Bruce Guo, he would like us to do this, because he can buy more shares of these exciting companies at a lower price." Stephen Bryan said angrily.


    "The people at Citi also understand this. But they need to divert Bruce Guo''s attention from Enron, so that the funds they invested in Enron can be unwrapped. Otherwise, the loss of billions of dollars is enough to make Citi''s current The management has stepped down!"


    Stephen Bryan took a breath, and after calming his mind, his brows furrowed tightly.


    He could understand Citi''s considerations. The good or bad of companies like Apple and Amazon cannot bring her considerable profits. On the contrary, if Enron''s situation is good, it can reduce or even increase their income. As long as the comparison is easy, it is easy to decide how to choose.


    The folks at Citi, though, chose what was best for themselves. But it left a problem for the three associates of Goldman Sachs, Seymour and Bank of America. They all hold shares in Apple and Amazon, as well as the original Pacific Power and Gas, Southern California Edison Power Company; and now the corporate bonds issued by Pan Pacific Energy Group. Goldman Sachs, Seymour and Bank of America will no doubt also have big losses if Citi uses its energy to spread their bad news to the outside world and take the opportunity to short.


    No one likes to lose, especially financial people!


    "John We need to talk to Jolia or others at Citi!" Stephen Bryan said solemnly.


    "Stephen, I also hope that everyone can sit down and talk. However, with Citi''s current situation, it may be difficult for them to accept our point of view and change their strategy!"


    Stephen Bryan certainly understands this truth. No company will make its own losses as a condition to meet the requirements of other peers to make profits. This is simply digging your own grave!


    "Are we going to be stupid with Citi? This is too bad!" Stephen Bryan said with an ugly face.


    "We can also choose to hold positions. If so, the ''Hound Project'' has nothing to do with us! Moreover, judging from the current economic situation in the United States and the world, waiting for Apple, Amazon and Pan Pacific Group to improve, I am afraid it will take two or three Years. Two or three years mean that the money we invest in it will get almost no income. The utilization rate of such funds is too low, and the performance of mutual funds will be better than us!�� John Schwarzman sighed.


    "So, we have no choice?"


    If Citibank is allowed to act alone, then they will definitely use the methods negotiated by everyone to attack Guo Shouyun and its subsidiaries. Wait until they use these methods to make money and exit. Goldman Sachs, Morgan and they obviously cannot use the same method again. By then, the Hound Project would also be meaningless to them.


    "Yes!...Stephen, Huaxia on the other side of the Pacific Ocean is about to open, and there are opportunities to earn excess profits. So, put more than one billion funds on a few projects that can''t generate income in two or three years. It''s stupid! ******** won''t, and won''t allow it!"


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    Chapter two hundred and thirty nine dark tides


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    After nodding clearly, Stephen Bryan kicked angrily, "Damn Citi, Goldman Sachs will never cooperate with them again!"


    John Schwarzman shrugged, Kwon Dang didn''t hear that. Because he knows very well that when the benefits come, the capitalists are willing to cooperate with the devil!


    ��


    After having breakfast and walking around the nearby park with Molly Bevin, Guo Shouyun drove to the Bevin Manor in the suburbs. Although they were worried that formaldehyde would be bad for Molly Bevan and the child in her belly because they had just been renovated, they did not move in. But Guo Shouyun, who needed a study to work, came here every day.


    Just as he walked into the hall of the villa, the mobile phone in his pocket rang. After taking a look at the caller ID, I pressed the answer button!


    "Hey, Larry, it''s supposed to be midnight in San Francisco right now?"


    San Francisco and the United Kingdom are separated by the Atlantic Ocean and the Americas, six hours apart from each other. When it was eight in the morning in England, it was twelve in the evening in San Francisco.


    "Bruce, time doesn''t matter. The important thing is that we just received a notice from Yahoo, they officially announced the termination of cooperation with us, and Google''s search bar will not appear on Yahoo''s homepage in the future!" Larry Page quickly road.


    "Termination? Larry, we spent the money and signed the contract. In less than three years, Yahoo will pay us $150 million in liquidated damages!"


    When he signed the contract with Yahoo, Guo Shouyun dug a hole. He took advantage of Yahoo''s eagerness to seek revenue growth under the Nasdaq crisis to avoid the continuous decline of its stock price, and signed a three-year contract with Yahoo at a cost of 2 million per year. Moreover, the contract liquidated damages are deliberately set as contract liquidated damages rather than statutory liquidated damages.


    From Yahoo''s standpoint, how could such a thing of increasing its own income possibly default? Therefore, when Guo Shouyun signed a contract on behalf of Google and proposed a $150 million liquidated damages, they privately laughed at this guy who had just walked out of college as a young businessman, ridiculously stupid!


    Even Larry Page and Sergey Brin were against it, and Guo Shouyun took a lot of work to convince them.


    As a result, after just one year, it turned out to be "who is stupid who knows"!


    Terry Semel, who replaced Tim Kugel as Yahoo''s CEO, has been trying to end the Yahoo-Google partnership. In its view, this cooperation is more beneficial to Google. They only spent a few million dollars to develop themselves into the world''s largest search site through Yahoo''s global influence. The deal was too much for Yahoo. Especially after his planned acquisition of Google was rejected by Guo Shouyun, the voice of ending the cooperation occupied the mainstream of Yahoo.


    However, the $150 million liquidated damages became the final hurdle. In the context of the Nasdaq crisis, Yahoo''s operating environment is not good. If it loses another 150 million US dollars, the pressure from Wall Street investors is enough to make Terry Semel a Yahoo past tense. Therefore, the situation has been stalemate.


    "Bruce, the liquidated damages have been credited to the company''s account!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned, "What happened in the middle?"


    "The specifics are unclear, but from what we have heard, Yahoo and Citibank have been talking about a financing. Now, there should be a result!"


    "Citi!" After a pause, "since it''s a foregone conclusion, don''t worry about it. With $150 million, we don''t need to refinance the next stage of our development. Also... Larry, it''s time to make a big move. !"


    "You mean ''bid advertisement''?" Larry Page''s eyes lit up.


    "Of course! In the past, we did not come up with a profit model to develop ourselves with the help of Yahoo''s platform. Now this purpose has been achieved. There is no need to continue to cover up. Besides, the time is almost up. ... What? Are you planning to wait any longer? ?"


    "No, on the contrary, I can''t wait to make Google even greater!" Larry Page said in a cheery tone.


    "Then go ahead, I believe that the glory that belongs to Google will soon be born in our hands!" Guo Shouyun said with confidence.


    "Yeah!" After hesitating for a while, Larry Page continued: "Bruce, have you read domestic newspapers and news websites?"


    "You know, I''m in the UK now, and there''s a time difference between here and the US!"


    "Okay. I think you should take a look, now it''s full of bad news for you!"


    "It''s all my bad news?"


    "Yes! The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, the Chicago Tribune, etc., and even the Hollywood Chronicle, a third-rate tabloid that records Hollywood star tidbits, put your news on the front page. !"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun''s expression became serious.


    "Larry, thanks for the reminder, I''ll check it out online right now!"


    "Okay....Bruce, we are partners and best friends, please let me know if you need me!"


    "Don''t worry, Larry! You know, I always have a solution!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "Hehe, you are indeed an amazing guy. Well, it''s very late. I have to go to the company tomorrow to announce your decision. Hang up first!"


    "Good night, Larry!"


    "Good night, no, good morning, Bruce!"


    After putting down the phone, the smile on Guo Shouyun''s face disappeared. Quickly turn on the computer on the desk next to you and type the link to The New York Times via Google, and soon its front page pops up.


    "Apple, which has been losing money for a year, has a future?"


    The article cited Apple''s dismal revenue data and continuous decline in stock prices after the launch of the macg3 personal computer in the past year, and issued a bearish forecast for Apple. Moreover, at the end of the article, it is also clearly expressed how a huge mistake Guo Shouyun invested in Apple.


    People who play with pens do have amazing expressive skills. If they were an unrelated ordinary person, I am afraid that the first time I saw this article, I would think that Apple would be finished.


    After reading it carefully, Guo Shouyun, who frowned, switched to The Wall Street Journal! Its title, too, didn''t leave Apple.


    "$2.9 billion in debt, badly run Apple has no future!"


    "Chicago Tribune": "Apple''s board disappointed that Steve Jobs did not show his magic again."


    Fortune Magazine: "Stupid Investing, Wrong Apple!"


    "San Francisco Times": "Genius Bruce Kuo, unlucky to meet the declining Apple!"��


    Almost all influential major newspapers in the United States put Apple''s news on the front page, or the front page of the business version. And, in addition to the local media in San Francisco is a little more polite. Other media are mocking Guo Shouyun''s investment in Apple as a foolish failure.


    There is no doubt that the Enron family can never mobilize the power of most of the media in the country. Feeling the strong hostility through the computer screen, Guo Shouyun knew that Goldman Sachs and the others had taken action.


    "With the shrewdness of Goldman Sachs and Morgan, it is impossible to take action at this time." Guo Shouyun frowned.


    He anticipated the predicament he was facing now, so he had already made targeted preparations. However, Goldman Sachs launched their timing much earlier than he expected. After all, Pan Pacific Energy Group is now making a big deal of mergers and acquisitions in the same industry, and there is obviously no problem with funding.


    Launching an offensive at this time and pulling down Apple''s stock price is completely sending ''fat'' into his mouth!


    "Forget it, I don''t want to think about it if I can''t figure it out. I don''t have the guts to eat the meat delivered to my mouth, then I''ll be a sincere fool!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun picked up the phone and called Qin Zhicheng.


    "boss!"


    "Well! ... Old Qin, you must have seen those media comments when you are in the United States?"


    "Of course. It''s overwhelming, and there is a crusade. Boss, you have offended a lot of people this time!" Qin Zhicheng laughed.


    "A person who is too good will always make people jealous." Guo Shouyun said conceitedly, "Okay, the time for chatting is over. I have a task for you next!"


    "Please tell the boss!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded you keep an eye on Apple''s stock price, and once it is close to $8, you will resolutely buy it! How much is needed!"


    "clear!"


    "By the way, is there still room for An Ran to be short now?"


    "Yes. But in the current situation, we may be very expensive if we want to borrow Enron''s stock!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly. Other financial institutions are not all fools. In the more than one month public opinion war between Enron and LinkedIn, the information disclosed by LinkedIn, although Enron did not admit it, vigorously refuted it, and even resorted to the law. But many things could not stand scrutiny, as long as careful investigation, you can find problems in Enron''s operation. So, it''s obviously more difficult to continue borrowing Enron stock the way it did before. Especially when Enron''s stock price is in the process of a slow decline.


    However, Guo Shouyun is willing to try no matter how difficult it is. As long as Enron is defeated and the greedy financial groups such as Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi, and Bank of America are divided by their interests, he will be able to resolve the crisis smoothly.


    "Try it again. If the other party''s asking price is not outrageous, you can sign the contract! As for the funds, I will let Wendy transfer it to you."


    "clear!"


    "Oh, yes. Give me an eye on Amazon''s stock, and if it drops more than 5%, give me the power to buy it. Whether it''s preferred or common stock, I want it all!"


    "Yes!"


    "Okay, let''s stop here for the time being. If you have any questions, please call me in time."


    After a simple goodbye, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    After thinking about it with the phone, Guo Shouyun found Jobs'' number and dialed it.


    "Hey!"


    "Steve, there are all negative comments from Apple right now. But I feel like you''re not in a hurry at all?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


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    "I have firm confidence in Apple''s future, so why worry? Besides, the company has abundant cash flow and new products are about to be launched. Some artificial rumors will not threaten Apple''s survival at all. Besides, I''m just the CEO of Apple, The company''s stock price is something you, the chairman, should worry about."


    "You guy really can shirk responsibility. But like you said, I will solve the external difficulties of the company. You can concentrate on the development and sales of iPod! By the way, Steve, stabilize the atmosphere inside the company, don''t Let things outside affect the normal operation of the company." Guo Shouyun finally said solemnly.


    "Don''t worry, I will take care of the internal affairs of the company. However, what are you going to do? There is a lot of pressure outside now!"


    "Although it is stormy, it seems to me to be a problem. Some people plan to use the public opinion storm to pull down Apple''s stock price to make a profit by shorting. But it doesn''t matter, I have sufficient funds to support the bottom."


    "I''m afraid that the current situation is as you wish, and you can buy Apple''s shares at a low price!"


    "Haha, you still know me. Well, come here first, I have a phone call. Let''s meet and talk when I return to the United States!"


    "OK, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After finishing the call with Jobs, Guo Shouyun called back the call he had just received.


    "Ms. Mark, it''s great to hear from you. This time I''m hoping for good news!"


    "Between the good news and the bad news, it is up to Mr. Guo to judge by himself!" After a deep sentence, Rebecca Mark continued, "Does Mr. Guo have time in the afternoon?"


    "certainly!"


    "Well, I hope to have an interview with Mr. Guo around 2 pm!"


    "No problem, it''s still in the garage coffee?"


    "No, this time at my house. I think Mr. Guo must know the address of my house!"


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes, "Ms. Mark should say it again, I''m afraid I remembered it wrong!"


    "Well, in order to facilitate Mr. Guo''s memory, I will send it to your mobile phone!" There is a sense of irony in this sentence.


    "This is the best way!" Guo Shouyun said in his usual tone.


    "See you in the afternoon!"


    "See you in the afternoon!"


    After hanging up the phone, it didn''t take long for the phone to sound the prompt tone for receiving a text message.


    After taking a brief look, he closed the phone and put it in his pocket and sighed, "It''s so nerve-racking to deal with smart people!"


    After shaking his head slightly, Guo Shouyun stood up and said, "Hans!"


    Soon a tall and sturdy bodyguard pushed the door and walked in.


    "boss!"


    "Arrange the plane, I will use it in the afternoon!"


    "Okay, do you have any other orders?"


    "Gone!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    After having lunch with Molly Bevan at noon, I immediately drove to the airport in Exeter. Guo Shouyun''s private jet "Kunpeng" is parked here. Although Exeter is not far from London, it is almost two hours by car. In order not to waste time, it is natural to take a plane faster.


    This is the second time Guo Shouyun has taken his own private jet after flying from the United States to the United Kingdom. After the initial freshness disappeared, he has gradually become accustomed to this way of traveling that he envied before.


    Because there is no internet on the plane, he doesn''t want to make phone calls to threaten his safety. So, in line with the principle of not wasting time. Start using the fragmented time to complete the second "Kung Fu Panda" of your "Bruce Tales"! This is the second animated film copied by Guo Shouyun after "Finding Nemo" last year. It stands to reason that with his current income in gold, there is absolutely no need to continue to be a copywriter. However, the habits that have been cultivated for more than ten years in the past life cannot be easily changed. Moreover, he has donated all his assets to two charitable foundations and the Guo family trust, and he also needs the income from copyright to maintain his life of luxury.


    Sometimes, Guo Shouyun also found that the state of donating the ownership of wealth and retaining the right to dominate is quite good. Because there is no huge wealth in the body, you can always keep your hunger for capital and a strong enterprising spirit for the future.


    This kind of mentality can restrain laziness and slack to the greatest extent, and maintain the rapid growth of the business.


    In less than half an hour, the plane landed at London Heathrow Airport. It took another half an hour in the middle, and the car stopped steadily at Rebecca Mark''s home in London.


    As a high-end villa area, it is of course a single house. After knocking on the door, Guo Shouyun was welcomed in.


    "Mr. Guo, please sit down!"


    Simply looking at the laptop on the low table in the living room and the neatly listed documents next to him, Guo Shouyun sat down on the sofa next to him.


    "I don''t have tea here, so I can only invite Mr. Guo for coffee!"


    "Coffee is good, I''m not too particular about this!"


    "Okay, please wait!"


    After nodding, Rebecca Mark got up and made two cups of coffee. Of course, it is not quick melting, but fresh grinding. It can be seen that Rebecca Mark really likes this.


    "Some products from a small coffee plantation, how about Mr. Guo!"


    He said thank you and took it, after tasting it, he smiled and nodded.


    "Ms. Mark''s skill in making coffee is amazing!"


    "thanks!"


    After a few simple polite words, both of them realized that they were going to get to the point!


    "Ms. Mark, how did you think about my proposal that day?"


    "Mr. Guo, can I ask you a few questions before answering?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun affirmed.


    "I know that Mr. Guo is a top student in the Department of Computer Science, Economics and History at Stanford University. It is easy to understand that you are interested in the high-tech industry and the financial industry. However, the energy industry, which is a heavy asset, does not seem to be within your scope of interest. , so what was your original intention to acquire the Pacific and Southern California to form the Pan Pacific Group? Also, please don''t make money to perfunctory me, if you really intend to make money, with your talent in financial investment, it is far more difficult to run the Pan Pacific Group Easier."


    Looking at the woman who was staring at him, Guo Shouyun admitted that sometimes a shrewd woman is more difficult to deal with than a man. It''s not just because of wisdom, sometimes a woman''s brain circuit is so strange that you can''t guess what she really thinks. Just like the famous saying: A woman''s heart is a needle in the sea.


    Putting his mind back on Rebecca Mark''s question, after thinking for a moment, Guo Shouyun said, "Ms. Mark, before answering, can I ask you a question?"


    Rebecca Mark frowned and nodded.


    "What are your own ideals? In the same way, please don''t play around with me. I don''t think anyone can be a workaholic without an inner drive."


    "Before college, my ideal was to become a respected lawyer. Later, because of some things, I was extremely eager to become a respected female entrepreneur like Mary Kay Ash! ... Is Mr. Guo satisfied with this answer? "


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Mary Kay Ash is no stranger to him. She is the founder and honorary chairman of Mary Kay Cosmetics Company. She started with $5,000 and created a multinational group with annual sales of more than $2 billion and 500,000 beauty consultants. Her company is listed by the American "Fortune" magazine as one of the world''s largest beauty consultants. One of the most respected and largest consortium companies in the United States, she is also regarded as the most successful female entrepreneur in the world today.


    American "Forbes" magazine named her as the most legendary and hugely successful figure in the global business world, and she is the only woman among them.


    "It''s an awesome ideal, but what really makes me, including me, admire Ms. Mark the most is your enthusiasm and hard work in your work!"


    "Thank you! It is the greatest compliment to me to be praised by Mr. Guo!"


    Because Guo Shouyun said it sincerely, Rebecca Mark, who had always been cold and hard, also softened.


    "Now I''ll answer Ms. Mark''s question!" Guo Shouyun continued after nodding, "Ms. Mark''s ideal is to be a female entrepreneur like Mary Kay Ash. My ideal is to be like John Pierpont Morgan. Merchant!"


    Rebecca Mark''s pupils shrank, and she said solemnly, "J.P. Morgan?"


    "That''s right! If you want to do it, you have to work hard to become the greatest one!" Guo Shouyun said proudly and confidently.


    "The modern age is not the beginning of the 20th century, and it is difficult for Mr. Guo to realize his ideals!" said Rebecca Mark.


    "How do you know if you don''t try! Even if it turns out that I can''t reach his height, I believe that driven by this goal, I can achieve far beyond ordinary people."


    After looking at the man in front of him for a moment, and seeing from his expression that he was not lying, Rebecca Mark nodded, "Is this why Mr. Guo established Pan Pacific Energy?"


    "That''s one of the reasons. In fact, I''ve always been interested in the energy industry. The California energy crisis made me see an opportunity to enter this industry and quickly become a giant in the energy-related public service industry. I happen to have a comparison in my hand. Sufficient funds, so I walked in without hesitation!"


    After nodding clearly Rebecca Mark continued: "How does Mr. Guo think about the future of Pan Pacific Energy Group? Are you going to expand in other areas of the Pacific beyond that?"


    "Utilities, power and energy trading are Pacific''s unchanging core businesses. However, we will not be stuck in these three areas. Once better opportunities emerge in the energy industry, we will continue to expand upstream and downstream as much as possible!"


    "Energy industry?"


    "Yes, people''s energy is limited, and a company''s energy is also limited. Focusing on the energy industry allows us to always dig deep in the industry that we are familiar with. I personally believe in this principle: Only in the field you are familiar with is the most powerful. Possibly a huge success!"


    "Very admirable summary." Rebecca Mark nodded and glanced at Guo Shouyun, "Since Mr. Guo is so fond of the energy industry, then I think Pacific Ocean is not only in the energy-related public service industry with large mergers and acquisitions , should also consider acquiring one of the largest energy companies in America today...!"


    "You didn''t tell me about An Ran, did you?"


    Looking at her expression and voice, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help interrupting.


    "That''s right! Enron Energy Services, which owns two utilities, Houston Gas and Florida Gas, has 4.3 million electricity customers, 1.89 million natural gas customers, and 37,000 business customers in the U.S. and Europe. They are all It is a beneficial addition to the Pan Pacific Energy Group!��


    "Enron International has 89 power plants in 47 countries in the world, including the United States, Europe, South America, Asia, and Africa, with a total installed capacity of 8,237 megawatts and a value of more than $8 billion."


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    ��Enron Pipeline Company, the largest U.S. pipeline company, has 45,000 miles of natural gas pipelines around the world. Although this company is not a high-profile company under Jeffrey Gilling, it does make Enron the largest energy source in the world. An important foundation for traders.��


    "Enron Oil and Gas Company, with proven unopened reserves and proven open reserves totaling approximately 4.5 million barrels of oil, 2.2 million barrels of liquefied petroleum gas, and 29.1 billion cubic feet of natural gas; and has 10 gas processing plants, 4 Equity in 1 processing facility, 3 chemical plants, valued at $7.8 billion.��


    "Enron Renewable Energy, with 17 projects in California, Ihoda, Houston, including nuclear power, wind power, solar power, totaling 768 megawatts of power plants. And Azuricos Water Company. A total value of 3.4 billion Dollar."


    "Enron Investment Company...!"


    "Stop! ... If I''m still interested in listening to the previous companies, then Enron Investment Company and Enron Capital and Trading Company, I have no interest at all."


    As we all know, Enron is the world''s largest energy trading company. But the objects of his trade are not limited to electricity and natural gas, but also include hundreds of products such as coal, steel, wood, paper, broadband, liquefied petroleum gas, and chemical products.


    When entering a trade category, Enron''s most common approach is to acquire a company that produces the category as an entry point. For example, when Enron wants to trade coal, she first buys several coal mines, and when trading timber, she buys several timber companies first. Because when buying these companies, Anran didn''t care much about their business conditions, but simply got the admission ticket to trade this type of product and was familiar with the various rules of the product.


    Under the consideration of this kind of transaction, Enron''s acquisition of such ''experimental'' companies is often much higher than the market price, and often buys the kind of companies that are in decline, and it is not uncommon for them to fail and lose money. For example: Cape Town Paper Mill, Collett Steel Company and Thailand NSM Steel Company under Enron Investments basically lost money or even closed down.


    In particular, nsm, a steel plant in Pattaya, Thailand, lost US$650 million on this project alone.


    Under Enron Investments, there are hundreds of companies involved in dozens of categories such as paper, lumber, steel, soybean, and coal. Guo Shouyun didn''t plan to open a ''grocery store'' like An Ran did. Let alone buying this mess, he was willing to give it to him.


    Besides Enron Capital and Trading Company, this is the core business of Enron under the leadership of Jeffrey Jilin. Today, 90% of Enron''s revenue comes from this department, and the California energy crisis is also controlled by this department. According to Guo Shouyun''s view on Enron Capital and Trading Company, this is an energy investment bank. The trade is in energy bonds and derivatives. This is what Wall Street should do, and he has little interest in it. Also, he didn''t have the heart to learn GE before he brought Pan Pacific on a regular basis!


    "Why do I remember this? I never thought of jumping into the pit of Anran!" After shaking his head slightly, "Ms. Mark, although Anran''s assets are flourishing on the surface, what''s going on inside, I believe you are better than me. More clearly. The well-run Enron Pipeline Company and the Enron Oil and Gas Company were basically sold by Geoffrey Jilin Securitization. The power plants of Enron International, although they are numerous and valuable. But as far as I understand, the entire In 2ooo, they made less than $1500,000 in gross profit. If you add depreciation and wear and tear and have invested in operations, the entire Enron International is losing money.��


    "As for Enron Renewable Energy... Hehe, Azurikos Water is already insolvent, if I take over, let''s not mention anything else, it will cost 100 million US dollars to repair the water pipeline equipment in the United Kingdom. And the water industry Profits are extremely low, and Azurikos cannot match the two water giants Veolia and Suez Leon Water in terms of operational experience, customer relationships and technology.��


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun spread his hands, "So, may I ask...why should I carry more than ten billion US dollars of foreign debt for a 50% asset portfolio that has no value?"


    "Mr. Guo is wrong!"


    "Wrong? I''d love to hear where I went wrong!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "Enron''s current predicament is not a problem with assets, but a problem with how it operates. At Enron, because of the fair value calculation method, no one cares about the commercial operation of a power plant after construction is completed. What they need is a power plant, and then Andrew Fastow could use his dazzling financial maneuvering to drive up Enron''s stock price."


    "These people turned Enron from an industrial company into a trading company. But despite their lack of entrepreneurial spirit in Enron''s operations, Enron''s businesses all exist. It''s just because of Enron''s wrong corporate management methods and corporate culture. , is not well applied. It is not difficult to reverse this as long as competent managers are appointed.��


    "After all, the most difficult first step between o and 1 has been taken, and there are always ways to solve the remaining difficulties. Moreover, Mr. Guo''s expectations for the future of the Pan Pacific Group will definitely not be limited to the United States, or West. Buying Enron''s energy business can effectively fill the vacancy in the Pan Pacific Energy Group. Although it may suffer losses temporarily, it will be worth it in the long run."


    A flash of thought flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes, and the assets in An Ran''s hands were indeed heartwarming. Just thinking about the loss of each item in the Enron information he had collected made him retreat.


    "Ms. Mark''s eloquence is admirable, but the acquisition of Enron, even part of it, is too expensive. Also, it''s just the internal problems of the Pan Pacific Group that have not been resolved yet. If you add a more troublesome Enron, I don''t even have confidence in myself...!"


    Before he could finish speaking, Rebecca Mark pushed her laptop in front of Guo Shouyun. On the ord homepage of the computer screen, it was written ''Enron Dilemma Solution''!


    "this is��?"


    "Although I was kicked out of Enron HQ in Houston by Jeffrey Gilling and restricted access to Enron''s internal funds. Inside Azuricos was even more overreached by the people he sent. But it also gave me It takes time to think about ways to solve Enron''s predicament. What Mr. Guo sees now is what I spent three years writing. There are a total of 412 solutions for Enron''s 7 subsidiaries and 247 businesses. Although there is a lack of practice, However, careful data collation and technical demonstration have been carried out, and I believe that at least 80% of them can be successful!"


    Under the operation of Rebecca Mark, Guo Shouyun watched the opening and closing of folders one by one, and each folder contained hundreds of documents. Larger technical documentation supporting this solution.


    Although she drew on Enron''s connections and databases when writing these solutions, writing thousands of pages one by one is an astounding project.


    Guo Shouyun could imagine how many days and nights of hard work Rebecca Mark had spent in the past three years to complete such a huge plan. Guo Shouyun himself did not have such amazing perseverance and tenacious spirit. And he is sure that not many people in the world have it.


    Thinking of this, and looking at the woman with a short, serious expression in front of him, there was a hint of respect in his eyes. The other party can climb from a low-level employee of a company to compete with Jeffrey Gilling, who was born in Harvard and gilded in McKinsey, for the position of Enron coo, the seventh largest company in the United States, indeed has an admirable ability!


    Of course, coexisting with this ability is Rebecca Mack''s astonishing ambition. However, Guo Shouyun does not reject ambition. Because only ambitious people have much more powerful action than ordinary people.


    "Ms Mark, this is an amazing resource!"


    "Originally, I planned to implement this document when Jeffrey Jilin fell and I could control Enron. But through the last meeting with Mr. Guo, I realized that Enron The board of directors may really never put me back as coo or ceo again!"


    "So you thought of me?"


    "Yes, Mr. Guo has abundant capital, enterprising spirit in the energy industry, and excellent management talent. It''s been a year and a half since you started your business, and all your companies have been doing well, which is a very good quality. and ability. I believe working with you is far more promising than at Enron!"


    Looking at the bright-eyed Rebecca Mark, Guo Shouyun nodded, "Although I like your compliment very much. But An Ran''s current predicament is too great. However, I respect your efforts and dedication, so I will do this plan. Organize a special team to argue. If the argument turns out well, I will consider your proposal. Before that alone, I would like to know how much you know about Enron''s insider?"


    "Everything you want to know can be found here!" Rebecca Mark said to herself.


    "That could not be better!" Guo Shouyun smiled, "Is there a backup for these solutions to Enron''s predicament?"


    "Yes. Mr. Guo can directly take this computer."


    "That could not be better! ... I will organize the personnel as soon as possible, complete the evaluation of this information, and give you the answer as soon as possible!"


    Rebecca Mark nodded and paused for a moment, "If Mr. Guo wants to end the energy crisis in California caused by Enron, I can help!"


    "Thank you, but I don''t need it yet!"


    Crisis is also an opportunity, and now Guo Shouyun also needs the California energy crisis to buy power and natural gas utilities that are getting worse and worse.


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    What I got from Rebecca Mark was too unexpected for Guo Shouyun. Although he had no idea about Enron before, but out of respect for the results summed up after three years of hard work. He personally called his ''big ministers'' and summoned them to New York.


    For this surprise, a solution that will have a major impact on the Pan Pacific Group in the future. Guo Shouyun himself flew to New York from Essect after saying goodbye to Molly Bevan.


    "boss!"


    "bss!"


    In the headquarters building of Phoenix Corporation, Guo Shouyun met with the company''s president, William Zhang, who is in charge of Phoenix Fund and Phoenix Trust, the company''s co-founder, Michael Moritz, who is in charge of Phoenix Capital, and Patty Sellers, the chief financial officer. Human resources officer Tim Smith, and senior risk officer David Reinissi, all of whom sit on the Phoenix board, with the sole exception of Carol Lusmi, the ex-e and founder of Isaac Fund. , is now a consultant at Phoenix Corporation.


    After shaking hands with everyone and saying hello, after everyone took their seats, Guo Shouyun said quickly: "I gathered everyone today mainly for two things: first, half of the 2oo year has passed, and I want to know about the company''s half-year performance. Second , I have a plan for Enron here that needs to be discussed with you. Of course, the management of Pan Pacific will also participate in this discussion with you. However, they will be back tomorrow. So, our topic today is mainly Phoenix The company''s half-year summary!"


    William Zhang and Michael Moritz looked at each other. Guo Shouyun wanted to know about the company''s half-year performance and it was not unexpected, but about Enron''s plan, he had to communicate with Pan Pacific Energy Group, a new company owned by the boss. It was a bit difficult for them to understand when the members discussed it together.


    However, Guo Shouyun did not give any further explanation. After he finished speaking, he directly clicked on William Zhang''s head.


    "William, as usual, you should start first!"


    "Boss, I can''t report the overall revenue of Phoenix Company to you. After all, the Thunder Fund has not provided an accurate balance sheet to the head office yet!"


    Following his words, everyone present, including Carol Lusmi, focused their attention on Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the center seat. Now, the outside world has different opinions on the revenue of the Thunder Fund, and they also want to know the accurate information.


    Facing these gazes, Guo Shouyun, who guessed what they were thinking, nodded. Although the Thunder Fund has a need for confidentiality, it cannot say nothing when facing the top management of its own company. If you really want to do this, it is easy to cause estrangement. Not good for the company''s future.


    "I will add this at the end, you just need to report the two companies you are responsible for, the Phoenix Fund and the Phoenix Trust!"


    After William Zhang nodded, he opened the information in his hand.


    "Starting with Phoenix Fund, after the integration of Anshuo Capital in the first half of 2000, Phoenix Fund has a total of 27 open-end funds, with assets under management of 2.3 billion US dollars. Excluding the factors of mergers and acquisitions, the asset growth rate is 83%. The revenue was 3.7 billion US dollars, and the net profit after tax was 32.83 million US dollars. The largest of the 27 funds is Phoenix Currency b, with a total management asset of 300 million US dollars. The largest average increase is the Phoenix High-tech Industry Stock Fund, with an average return rate of 5734% in the first half of the year. ����


    It is not difficult to understand the huge scale of Phoenix currency b assets. Because Amazon, Apple, paypa1, Matrix, etc., all the funds of Guo Shouyun''s holding and infiltration companies are transferred inside. By analogy, Phoenix Industry b is the company''s ''Yue Bao''. Put it in when you don''t need it, and take it out when you pay.


    "Next is Phoenix Trust. At present, Phoenix Trust has a total of 892.7 billion US dollars in assets. Among them, equity assets account for 732%, fixed income assets account for 78%, and real estate, insurance, precious metals and other assets account for 9%! 2oo last year In half a year, Phoenix Trust achieved a total revenue of US$700 million and a net profit of US$4,788.32 million."


    Most of the assets of Phoenix Trust belong to Guo Shouyun. For example, Matrix, Guo''s, Google, LinkedIn, Apple, Amazon, Pan Pacific Group, etc., although the ownership is under the Guo Family Wealth Trust, the Guo Family Charity Fund, and the Bruce Scholarship Fund, the management rights are basically placed in under the Phoenix Trust. The faster Guo Shouyun''s assets grow, the more assets of Phoenix Trust will grow. However, judging from the Phoenix Trust''s exhibition, William Zhang''s management is not bad. At the very least, the proportion of equity assets is much lower than that at the end of last year, which was as high as 90%.


    "More detailed revenue data about Phoenix Fund and Phoenix Trust will be in your hands in a while. Due to time constraints, I won''t introduce more here!"


    After nodding clearly and waving him to sit down, Guo Shouyun''s eyes turned to Michael Moretz.


    Without further ado, with the prepared materials, he also began to tell the Phoenix Company''s board of directors the operating performance of Phoenix Capital for the past six months.


    "At present, Phoenix Capital has a total of two businesses, venture capital and private equity investment, that is, v and pe. In the v field, Phoenix Capital has a total of No. 2, No. 3, No. 5, No. 7 and No. 8. No. 7 funds invest in Internet sector, high-tech sector, biomedicine sector and new energy sector respectively, including 3 internet sector funds, two each in high-tech sector and biomedical sector, and only one new energy sector fund on No. 8 ."


    "According to the existing market valuation, the current total value of the 7 V funds of Phoenix Capital is 32.7 billion US dollars. Among them, the fund with the most assets under management accounts for one-third of the total value of the 7 funds."


    "Has Netflix''s listing time been set?" Guo Shouyun interjected.


    "It''s fixed, the 7th of this month."


    "Have you read Netflix''s prospectus?"


    "Look. The total share capital is 100 million shares, 2000,000 shares are sold, and the price per share is $25! Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch are responsible for the underwriting. At present, the market has responded well to Netflix''s listing, and it has generated 8 times during the roadshow. Amount of subscription!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Looking at it this way, there will be a big increase after Netflix goes public. It''s a good thing for us!"


    Originally, Phoenix Capital held a 25% stake in Netflix. Except for the 0% agreed to the management before the listing, and the 20% of the bank, Phoenix Capital still holds 923% of Netflix! Although it has decreased a lot, according to Netflix''s asking price, which is a huge sum of money worth $4.8 billion. Compared with the investment of ooo million dollars a year ago, it has achieved 8 times the return. And, that doesn''t count the room for Netflix''s stock appreciation after it goes public.


    This is the charm of venture capital. Once it is hit, the rate of return will be several times, dozens of times, or even hundreds of times.


    "continue!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    "As of now, the 7 funds of Phoenix Capital V have a total revenue of $25.88 million and a profit of $3.87 million!"


    "Already have revenue?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise.


    Half of the harvest period for venture capital is two to three years, or even longer. Phoenix Capital has only been established for a little over a year now, and most of its investments are growing.


    "Fund No. 3 invested in a biotech company called ''Bed Pharmaceuticals'' last year. They were acquired by Amgen in April this year. We hold less shares, so we simply cashed out our position!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun continued, "How many companies are there under Fund No. 3 now?"


    "Seven companies, the one with the most shares is Celgene, which holds o23%!"


    "Understood, let''s continue!"


    After agreeing, Michael Moritz continued: "As for Phoenix Capital PE, it currently has a total of $900 million in assets. It currently holds shares in 7 companies, of which ri is the largest company, holding 23%! Second Celgene holds 3% of the shares! The least is Starbucks, which holds 3%!��


    "Is Paul''s stubborn donkey still brooding that I stole his investment opportunity?" Guo Shouyun said after nodding.


    Wen Yan Michael Moretz showed a wry smile on his face. At the beginning, the acquisition and integration of Pacific and Southern California was the idea of ??Paul Lehman, the head of the pe department of Phoenix Capital! However, after keenly aware of the opportunities contained in the energy market from the information he provided, Guo Shouyun decisively gave up just making equity investment, but invested heavily and managed the energy industry as his core business. Of course, Paul Lehman''s plan was scrapped.


    "Paul keeps complaining that you robbed him of the fruits of his labor!"


    "Haha, I knew this guy would think so! However, strictly speaking, he is right. Well, I will give him an additional $200 million and let him choose his own investment target as compensation!"


    "I''ll call and tell him the news after the meeting, I think he''ll be very happy about it!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and waved Michael Moretz to sit down.


    "Everyone is doing well. Our Phoenix company is growing step by step. I believe that as long as we maintain this level for a few years, we can become one of the most respected financial companies on Wall Street!" With earnest eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled, "I am responsible for the management of the Thunder Fund, and I will tell you about its performance!"


    As soon as the voice fell, the eyes of everyone present instantly lit up. Guo Shouyun''s series of mergers and acquisitions in the first half of this year were all large-scale, involving tens of billions of dollars. Except for the loans and bonds of financial companies such as Goldman Sachs, Merrill Lynch, and Seymour, the most reliable source of funds was Thunder. Therefore, they very much want to know what kind of revenue this mysterious hedge fund has achieved in the past year or so!


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    "At present, there are three departments and one subsidiary under the Thunder Fund. They are ''Solomon'', which mainly focuses on precious metal investment and takes into account futures; The ''Centaurus'' of the money market; and the subsidiary ''Children Capital''!"


    "Children Capital, Thunder Fund holds 80% of the shares, and is headed by Michael Barry. It currently has a capital of 278 million US dollars. It was established in early 2001 and has achieved an impressive 31.27%. It has surpassed the Dow Jones Index and defeated the market! "


    "The centaur department, head John Luthmi...!"


    As soon as Guo Shouyun''s words fell, everyone''s attention was focused on the old Lu Simi who participated in the meeting.


    "Carol, you''re another excellent son. The $430 million John managed recently generated a 117.3% net gain from the Argentine market!"


    Old Lu Simie shook his head, "John is good, but you are the real outstanding one. If it were his own investment strategy, the centaur''s net income would be maintained at a maximum of 35%!"


    "35% is not an easy number to reach!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun continued: "The unicorn department currently holds five companies: Enron, WorldCom, Arthur Andersen, Tyco International, and Alfidya. $11.2 billion worth of ''credit default swaps'' and a $8.12 billion short on Enron!"


    As soon as his words fell, there was a slight commotion in the conference room. Guo Shouyun''s shorting of Enron through the Thunder Fund is something everyone has known for a long time. It''s just that they didn''t expect that the big BOSS also bet heavily on CDS bonds!


    "Boss, are there too many CDS products in the unicorn department?" As the company''s chief risk officer, David Reinissi is the most sensitive to this.


    "If you want to get high returns, you naturally have to take high risks. As for why I buy so many CDS? And why focus on these five companies? I will give you the explanatory document in a while. Give it back to me. And don''t reveal the content to the outside world!" Guo Shouyun explained.


    Everyone nodded and sat in their current positions. Their professional ethics must be much stronger than that of ordinary people. Moreover, the non-disclosure agreement was signed when they joined the company.


    "Finally the Solomon Division!"


    One sentence cheered everyone up.


    "Currently, Solomon manages a total of US$11.2 billion in client assets, and has achieved a total pre-tax profit of US$4.56 billion since its establishment more than a year ago...!"


    Guo Shouyun''s words exploded in everyone''s ears like thunder.


    "Mygod, $4.56 billion?"


    "How is it possible to achieve such a high pre-tax profit in a little over a year?"��


    Even the well-informed and experienced old Lu Simi was stunned by the astonishing numbers that Guo Shouyun spat out!


    And what shocked them even more than this figure was the capital to obtain this figure. They all understand the fees and charges of the Thunder Fund. If the Thunder Fund can make $4.56 billion in pre-tax profits, it means they have more than $18 billion in assets under management, if not more.


    If we continue to analyze in depth, the Thunder Fund has been established for a short time, and it rarely discloses its revenue to the outside world, so it will definitely not attract too much private capital. 10% of all capital is good enough. This also means that the remaining funds come from Guo Shouyun''s personal funds, or the funds of his companies. In this way, the man sitting in the middle of the conference room with a smiling face and a confident expression currently has more than 15 billion US dollars of funds in his hands.


    Thinking about this clearly, everyone''s faces changed.


    "Boss, Solomon''s revenue is really amazing. Oh... I''m sorry, I''m not questioning your words, but the pre-tax net profit of $4.56 billion is almost the size of Morgan and Goldman Sachs combined in a year, which is incredible." Tim Smith, the company''s chief human resources officer and the youngest person except Guo Shouyun, said.


    It''s just that his words were somewhat incoherent, but none of the people present made fun of him, because everyone''s mentality and ideas were similar at this time.


    Facing everyone''s astonished expressions, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Assets are always reflected on the balance sheet, so how could I fake this? If I did, I would not only get a ''stupid'' evaluation, but also to any benefit!"


    As time went on, everyone whose mood gradually calmed down also figured out the joints. Soon, everyone became excited.


    Everyone, including William Zhang, knows that Thunder Fund, as a subsidiary of Phoenix Corporation, must hand over a portion of the profits to the parent company after achieving such a dazzling revenue, even if it is only 30%, it is 1.368 billion US dollars! With this capital, Phoenix Fund, Phoenix Trust, and even Phoenix Capital have the foundation for further expansion.


    The stronger the company becomes, the more their own wealth with company options will naturally rise.


    Seeing their expressions, Guo Shouyun also guessed what they were thinking, but he didn''t say much. As for the usage of Thunder Fund''s profits, he has already made up his mind. It''s just because the ''bet'' with Zhang Shaoling hasn''t finally settled, so it''s not time to talk.


    "Boss, what is the profit growth rate of the Solomon department of the Thunder Fund?" Old Lu Simie suddenly asked.


    "Currently 1.8 times!"


    "Have 1.8 times the revenue in half a year?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "I want to invest $100 million in my boss''s Solomon division!"


    Knowing Guo Shouyun''s talent in investment through the centaur department managed by his son, and now seeing the amazing revenue level of the Solomon department, the shrewd and experienced old Lu Simi realized the opportunity to earn huge returns, so he decisively pressed on it. remarked.


    His words made the people around him react instantly. It''s a fool to have this kind of hitchhiking.


    "Boss, I put 10 million in Solomon."


    "Boss, I voted 5 million!"��


    As executives in the financial industry, they are all high-income groups, with the least worth millions of dollars. After realizing the opportunity, no one wants to miss it.


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand and signaled everyone to calm down, "As for the investment issue, you can go to Solomon''s department manager Shaoling Zhang to discuss. I believe he will be happy to receive you! ... Now we will continue the meeting."


    When the words were over, Guo Shouyun flipped through the information in his hand, "I made a brief summary. In mid-2001, Phoenix Company managed a total of 157.034 billion US dollars in assets, a total revenue of 6.067 billion US dollars, and a pre-tax profit of 4.72 billion US dollars. Operating expenses and net income after taxes were $3.54 billion."


    "Boss, we should take some debt. Otherwise, the tax bill is too high!" CFO Patti Sellers said.


    Reducing a company''s tax bill through reasonable debt is a financial tool any company will use. At present, the debt of Phoenix Company is the bank loan generated during the acquisition of Anshuo Capital. However, this part of the debt is less than $500 million, which is too low compared to Phoenix''s revenue.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Do you have any good ideas?"


    "M&A! If we eat a $6 billion financial company, we can raise the company''s debt to 32-40%, which is a reasonable position."


    Guo Shouyun guessed that he would say so. However, his original idea was also mergers and acquisitions, but his mergers and acquisitions were not the same as the other party.


    "You can go to the market to find suitable targets, but this year our task is to digest Anshuo Company, so the specific merger and acquisition actions will be put into next year!"


    Even so, Guo Shouyun still concealed something. For example, he made a "white knight" agreement with Merrill Lynch CEO Stan O''Neal! Because this involves some secrets, Guo Shouyun is reluctant to say more, and it will not be too late to say everything when things come.


    After everyone nodded Guo Shouyun continued, "That''s all for the time being about Phoenix Company, and now it''s about Enron!"


    Following his voice, Wendy began to distribute a not too thick material to every senior Phoenix company present.


    The material is not surprising, but the words on the surface of the material aroused the surprise of everyone present.


    "Enron''s Dilemma Solution!?"


    As the conflict between LinkedIn and Enron became public, all elites in the United States knew that Guo Shouyun, the CEO of LinkedIn, did not deal with Enron. So, when did he start caring about how to solve Enron''s predicament? Shouldn''t it be logical to fall into a hole?


    Guo Shouyun, who guessed their thoughts from the expressions of the crowd, did not give any further explanation, "You can take a look at this simple plan first, and make a summary based on the content. When the leadership of the Pan Pacific Group arrives tomorrow, Everyone is discussing together. By the way, everyone must keep the contents of this agreement confidential. Moreover, the documents cannot be taken out of the company! ... Well, now you can read it, and try to read it before you get off work."


    Guo Shouyun finished his words, and the people who realized that he attached great importance to this matter quickly opened the documents in their hands and looked at them. Guo Shouyun also opened the laptop provided by Rebecca Mark, and looked at the richer content about the solution to Enron''s dilemma.


    Although he has been reading this document since he got it, the content of millions of words cannot be read in a few days.


    The lights in the conference room stayed on until nine o''clock in the evening before everyone dispersed.


    Although it was very late, Guo Shouyun did not rest after returning to his home in New York.


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    "Boss, this is the information just passed from Solomon. The gold price in the Hong Kong gold exchange market has exceeded 277.39 US dollars per ounce!"


    "Did Zhang Shaoling and the others throw them away?"


    "not yet!"


    "When the London market opens tomorrow, let him throw away my share!" Guo Shouyun said.


    In May, he manipulated 700 million US dollars of funds to join the gold battlefield again, but after waiting for more than half a month, the low point of gold did not show the 260 US dollars he expected, or even below. Instead, it started to rise after a brief shock at $265. Although he didn''t wait for the price he expected, Guo Shouyun still entered the market decisively, and once again leveraged 700 million US dollars with 10 times leverage, and bought 2.62 million gold long positions at the price of 26,732 US dollars per lot.


    After a brief analysis of the law of gold fluctuations, he determined a safety margin of $27.739 billion for himself. As long as gold fluctuates within this range, he chooses to hold positions. Once gold reaches this margin, even if it is still rising, it must be resolutely sold.


    "Do you still choose to go short?"


    "Do not!"


    Guo Shouyun quickly shook his head.


    After a sudden event, the decline of gold tends to be very fast, and it is beneficial to go short at this time. But if a crisis does form, no one can predict the exact drop.


    Of course, if you look at the past rules, after a short-term rise, the price will fall back within a month or two, and you can make money by shorting. But the opportunity to enter the market is not easy to judge, and Guo Shouyun does not know what price gold will rise to before it will turn down. If it is too high, he will need to increase the margin for the position.


    But now the holding margin of the Solomon division of Thunder Fund is not only the holding margin, it also bears the capital expenditure of Pan Pacific Energy Group to acquire peer companies and maintain operations.


    Especially after acquiring a series of loss-making power and gas utility companies, Pan Pacific Group''s funds to maintain operations have climbed to 200 million US dollars. The most important thing is that pre-tax profits are not enough to cover all the expenses. Guo Shouyun must now $890 million a month to Pan Pacific to break even.


    Losing $890 million a month is a huge pressure right now. From the establishment of Pan Pacific to the present, he has accumulated losses of 1.57 billion US dollars on it.


    And that loss will continue to balloon as he acquires more electric and gas utilities.


    Coupled with the surging hostility of financial giants such as Enron, Goldman Sachs, and Seymour, he must leave ample funds to deal with the crisis.


    In addition, after a series of expenses, Guo Shouyun''s funds have also decreased a lot. For example, Apple, Pacific and Southern California cost him $200 million, the acquisition of Marvel cost him $100 million, and the capital injections of Sunrise Capital, Centaurs and Unicorns, and the pe division of Phoenix Capital are close to $100 million; Pan Pacific Energy The group''s subsequent mergers and acquisitions have spent 3.5 billion US dollars, and it has not stopped until now; it has spent 430 million for Apple''s acquisition of Amazon''s shares; coupled with the operating deficit of Pan Pacific Group; all expenditures have reached $7.93 billion.


    Guo Shouyun added the principal of 180.09 billion US dollars to the profits earned by Solomon in the two gold speculations in the first half of the year, leaving only 100.79 billion US dollars. About 200 million of this money is the principal and dividends of other customers. That is to say, the money that really belongs to Guo Shouyun is only about 800 million.


    Not to mention shorting, if he doesn''t sell his gold longs, he will be able to maintain it for a month at most, and he will face a dilemma.


    Fortunately, the gold market did not let him down.


    If he sells gold at $277.39 per ounce, he can earn $1ooo per lot, 2.62 million lots, or $2.62 billion! This money can finally make up for Pan Pacific Group''s losses, and can support it for another two months.


    But Guo Shouyun, who is still under heavy pressure from Enron and Goldman Sachs and other financial giants, is reluctant to take risks on gold shorts.


    Because if you go long, even if you lose temporarily, it will always go up. But going short is too risky. In the current situation, it is the most reasonable choice to ensure the safety of funds to deal with unknown crises.


    After nodding clearly, Wendy smiled and said, "If this is the case, I''m afraid the boss will lose to Zhang!"


    "With Zhang Shaoling''s character, he will definitely be short, but it depends on whether he can control his safety margin!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "...Forget it, let''s not talk about this! It''s not early, you have a busy day and go to rest early!"


    Wendy nodded, "You also rest early!"


    "Yeah. I''m going to sleep after reading these papers!"


    After Wendy closed the door and left, Guo Shouyun cheered up and continued to look at the documents in his mailbox. With the growth of its various companies, the complexity has become more and more. Although the coo or the president helps to handle it, there are still more things that need his chairman to make decisions than in the past.


    The lights in the study stayed on until the early morning, but Guo Shouyun didn''t stay in bed because of going to bed late the next day. Simple exercise in the morning, after breakfast, we drove to the airport. After waiting for about half an hour, the private jet Kunpeng he took out yesterday has brought the executives of Pan Pacific Energy Group from San Francisco to New York.


    "boss!"


    "Boss!"


    After briefly shaking hands with everyone, Guo Shouyun said, "The car has been prepared for you. Someone at the hotel you are staying will make arrangements for you. Now let''s get in the car and go to the headquarters of Phoenix Company. ... Let''s go!"


    Everyone nodded, several executives got into the same car with Guo Shouyun, and the rest of the secretary and entourage sat in other cars.


    There is still some distance from the airport to the company. At this time, Guo Shouyun inevitably asked about the company''s operation.


    "How''s the company integration going?"


    Jonathan Weir, the company''s coo, frowned slightly and said: "With a series of mergers and acquisitions, the situation has become more complicated than before. It takes a lot of time for the comprehensive evaluation of personnel, and subsequent promotion or tailoring. In addition, many companies have different cultural concepts, and it takes three to five years, or even longer to integrate. Moreover, what is more troublesome is that although the companies we acquired are electric and natural gas utilities, they are more or less Most of them are involved in other industries, including production plants for cables, transformers, meters and other consumables and power supplies, hydropower, thermal power, nuclear power and other power plants, as well as real estate, ski resorts, farms, and more importantly, we now have a ball team!"


    "Team?" Guo Shouyun said with great interest.


    "Yes! Phoenix Suns, the Phoenix Electric company we acquired owns 37% of the Suns! And ownership of American Airlines Field!"


    "Is it the Phoenix Suns? This is really surprising news." In fact, Guo Shouyun was wondering why it wasn''t a rocket? Because of the latter''s relationship with the Great Wall of China, in less than ten years, the team''s value has increased tenfold. From an investment point of view, this is a good choice. More importantly, being Yao Ming''s boss seems pretty good!


    "In addition to physical assets such as factories, real estate, and farms, there are also some corporate bonds and equity!"


    "I am afraid that the corporate bonds and equity that have not been sold are mostly losses, right?"


    Jonathan Weir nodded, "Most of them are Internet stocks and technology stocks, and bonds are similar. They were bought by various companies when the Internet concept was popular, and they were all stuck after the Nasdaq crash. !"


    "What is the total value of this portion of equity assets?"


    ��At current market prices, they are only $1.27 billion! That��s a 73% loss from when they bought it!��


    "Do you have detailed information?" Guo Shouyun nodded and asked.


    "Yes!" Knowing that the big boss is an expert in the field of Internet and technology companies, Jonathan Weir prepared a detailed document when he came.


    I took a look at it, and the names of eBay, Amazon, America Online, Yahoo, Microsoft, and Cisco were listed. It is not surprising that Guo Shouyun, at the height of the Internet bubble, the above companies were the most popular stocks in the entire market.


    "I''ll handle this part of the property. All the rest of the property, except for the farm and the shares of the Suns, are all sold."


    The farm can be sold to Guo, and the Suns are purely Guo Shouyun''s whim. And he himself is wearing the hat of a college basketball player, so it seems normal to play basketball.


    "Boss, do you even want to sell the cable factory and consumables factory? You must know that they are very closely related to our main business, and they are profitable. If they stay, they will be a powerful supplement to the group''s business."


    Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Sell it. Pan Pacific Energy Group is an energy and utility company. When the company''s operating conditions are not good, we must solve the main business before we are eligible to consider horizontal expansion."


    Having said that, he actually had another layer of consideration. Cables, meters, transformers are not high-tech things. If these factories are retained, it can increase a little bit of income, but Guo Shouyun believes that if these things are imported from China, the savings will be far greater than the income.


    After all, labor costs in the U.S. are too high. Moreover, he did not want to add some unprofitable enterprises to distract his little energy.


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s firmness, Jonathan Weil didn''t say anything more. After all, the current situation of the Pan Pacific Group is really not very good.


    "What are the assets and liabilities of the group now?"


    "Assets of US$100 millionLiabilities of US$5.1o.7 billion!"


    "It''s amazing!" Guo Shouyun exclaimed.


    "Boss, I think we can slow down the pace of acquisitions, otherwise the accumulated debt will drag down the company''s operations!" Jonathan Weir worried.


    "I understand your concern, but the company will not have too much time for rapid expansion. In addition, in the energy field, there may be some acquisitions in o2 and o3 years. In the past ten years after o3 years, the company will no longer Carry out large-scale mergers and acquisitions. Therefore, the company''s ups and downs will be relatively large in the past three years, and the task of integrating personnel and business will be more arduous. As the company''s manager, you must stabilize the company''s operations as much as possible, and get through this period. A period of rapid expansion!"


    "Boss, why the three-year expansion period?" asked Jeff Durant, the company''s cFo, who was sitting on the sidelines.


    "Because of the Nasdaq crisis, the delay in the U.S. economic development is only three years at most. The energy industry has generally had a hard time in these three years. It is a good time for mergers and acquisitions. The foundation of being a world-class energy giant!"


    Guo Shouyun clearly remembers that from 2003 until the oil shale explosion in the United States, international energy prices have been rising. When you buy a company when energy prices are rising, both the market value and the premium are much higher than when they are at a trough. Of course Guo Shouyun would not make such a mistake.


    After he finished explaining, Jonathan Weir on the side nodded, "I will do my best to manage the company!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and patted his shoulder, "Don''t worry, I will help you as much as possible, especially in terms of funds!"


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    Chapter 245 Internal Discussion


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    "Have you read all the information I gave you?"


    Guo Shouyun''s words instantly changed the atmosphere in the car.


    After everyone glanced at each other, Rich Kawsey, the chief risk officer of Pan Pacific Group, said first: "Boss, who came from this ''solution to Enron''s predicament''?"


    "What? Isn''t it feasible?"


    "No, on the contrary, the feasibility is too high. If you don''t have a full understanding of Enron''s internal predicament, and you are familiar with its financial, personnel, market and other inevitable factors of the company''s development, it is impossible to write such a detailed plan. . But it is so detailed and feasible that it is curious!" Rich Kawsey said.


    "The most important thing is that the relationship between the boss and Enron is now known to everyone, so you came up with such a plan to surprise everyone!" The company''s non-executive director Barber Douglas laughed.


    Among the people present, he was the oldest. During this period of time, he has been using his contacts in the US energy industry to contribute to the merger and acquisition of Pan Pacific Group, and he has also used his influence in the former Pacific Power and Gas employees to support Jonathan Weil''s integration of the company, which is a strong guarantee. The internal stability of the company, so everyone respects him, including Guo Shouyun.


    After his eyes swept across everyone''s faces, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "I will keep the author of this plan a secret. Now we are discussing: if the above content is implemented, how feasible is it based on your professionalism and industry experience?"


    "Let me say it first!"


    Seeing that everyone did not speak, Barber Douglas said: "Because the content of the data is too large and complex, and the time is relatively short, if you look at the entire solution, I can''t give a very accurate answer at present. However, from the perspective of the solution to Enron International''s dilemma, the feasibility is still very high, and the solution covers the country''s politics, economy, culture, as well as the prediction of the direction of the future decade, combined with the delivery Model, Kelly optimization and other reasoning formulas, the success rate of Enron International''s solution to the dilemma is over 80%."


    "But there is one point. The success of the whole program is based on abundant financial support. The total asset value of Enron International is close to 200 billion US dollars, and its liabilities are 13.5 billion US dollars, and more than 60% of its assets are in deficit, especially India''s Dabor. Project. From the perspective of the plan, if you want to revitalize these assets, you need to invest at least 300 million US dollars. Moreover, this is only Enron International. If you count other assets of Enron, I am afraid it will exceed 100 million US dollars. Now the largest The question is: Is it worth investing so much money on the basis of the viability of the whole plan?!��


    After listening and thinking for a moment, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Any more?"


    "This is the biggest problem I can think of right now. If this problem can be solved, it doesn''t matter whether the rest of the plan is implemented or not!" Balbey Douglas shook his head.


    "Where are the others?" Guo Shouyun continued.


    "Boss, I have some opinions on this plan!"


    "Please say!"


    After Ricky Causey nodded, "As the company''s chief risk officer, from my point of view, the risk of acquiring Enron is too great, and it is difficult to obtain a satisfactory result from the measurement of input and output. From an investment perspective, the It is also difficult to come up with a reassuring margin of safety, combining value investing theory with the Kelly model. So, from a safety and risk perspective, I am against this acquisition!��


    "I agree with Ritchie''s point of view." Chuck Belden, the company''s chief human resources officer, echoed, "Three months from the company''s establishment to the present, we have acquired seven power and natural gas companies at the same time, and we are still working with them. The Southern Company, the fifth largest energy utility company in the country, has approached the company. The negotiations are very smooth at present. If it is successful, we will have to provide at least $4.5 billion in cash and $300 million in bank loans if we do not pay equity. I don''t know how much capital the boss has in his hands, but after completing this acquisition, I''m afraid it will be difficult to afford the acquisition of Enron. Moreover, compared to Enron, Southern Company is obviously a more worthy acquisition target. The losses are not as severe as Enron!"


    Now in the field of U.S. public utilities, there is no doubt that the newly born Pan Pacific Energy Group has 18.38 million electricity users, 8.97 million natural gas users, 21,893 megawatts of installed capacity, and 178,000 miles of natural gas distribution and retail pipelines, and a total of 1.3oo billion US dollars. Assets come first.


    The second place is Duke Energy, with users and electricity production equivalent to 65% of the Pan Pacific Group.


    In third place is Exelon, with various indicators equivalent to 51% of the Pan Pacific. In fourth place is Mindoni, which is roughly equivalent to 46.7% of the Pan Pacific. The fifth place is the Southern Company, which is roughly equivalent to 40% of the Pan Pacific Group.


    "If I remember correctly, Southern Company''s main customers are located in seven southern states such as Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, etc., which are not the hardest hit areas of California''s energy crisis. They agreed to sell the company to us?" Guo Shouyunwei frowned.


    When Barber Douglas gave him the merger and acquisition information of the Southern Company, Guo Shouyun glanced at it and didn''t care too much. At the time, he thought the acquisition was not too successful. For now, it seems that everything is going well.


    Barbey Douglas, who has the most say in this matter, said: "The Southern Company has 12 subsidiaries, in addition to the production, distribution and service of electricity and natural gas, there are two companies, Southern Telecom and Southern Telephone. After the Starq crisis broke out, technology, telecommunications, and Internet companies were in recession, and the telecommunications companies under the Southern Company also suffered heavy losses. Therefore, the company''s shareholders have the vision to sell the company''s shares to stop losses, especially when we acquired it in cash. At one point, Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi, Bank of America are all actively brokering the deal, and while their unusual enthusiasm is questionable about the motives behind it, there''s no question that they''ve made the acquisition easier. "


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly. The gambling agreements he signed with Goldman Sachs, Seymour, Citi and Bank of America were kept secret, and it was normal for them to not know about Barber Douglas. However, Guo Shouyun''s motives for Goldman Sachs and Seymour are like a pattern on the palm of his hand. Likewise, they must have guessed what they were thinking.


    To put it simply, everyone is consuming the money. Goldman Sachs and Morgan want to use more companies with poor profits or even losses to consume the funds in Guo Shouyun''s hands. And Guo Shouyun hopes to take advantage of the rare opportunity, through their help, to make large-scale mergers and acquisitions, and to establish Pan Pacific Group''s position in the US energy market in one fell swoop.


    If in the end, Guo Shouyun holds the bottom line of "loss of 200 million US dollars in half a year", then he will win this "war". Correspondingly, Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi and Bank of America have no financial loss, but the consumption of time and energy is also a loss. Conversely, if Guo Shouyun does not hold the bottom line, then he will lose Pacific Energy Group. Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi and Bank of America would earn dozens of times more. This is the charm of gambling.


    Of course, this bet seems a little unfair to Guo Shouyun, and he has significantly more chips. Correspondingly, the gains are not too great. However, this is also based on the difference in strength between the two sides. Goldman Sachs, Seymour, Citi and Bank of America are far more powerful than him.


    If you want to borrow strength from the strong, you will naturally have to pay a big price, otherwise why would they help you? !


    "No matter what Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi and Bank of America have in mind, our stated strategy of acquiring Southern Bank remains unchanged. On the basis of strict scrutiny, everything will continue as usual!" Guo Shouyun continued, "Next is Enron. Question, I want you to put aside your financial concerns and discuss the feasibility of the entire plan with Phoenix executives in detail? And what price should we pay if we acquire ?"


    "clear!"


    The crowd nodded.


    "Boss, we''re here!" Wendy reminded.


    "Come on, let''s get off!"


    After bringing the senior management of the Pan Pacific Group to meet the senior management of the Phoenix company, everyone started a discussion in the conference room of the Phoenix company.


    Basically everyone has the same question: Is it worth paying billions to buy a bunch of troubled assets? After all, although Enron''s surface assets are attractive, the problems inside are too great, and the cost of revitalizing the assets is too high.


    If it is the same investment, they can build a positive return portfolio.


    "If you only consider investment and income, everyone''s concerns are fine. But one thing is, not all assets are measured in money, because there is also a time cost. An international project, from review to project approval, to funding It takes at least two to three years for preparation and construction. To revitalize an asset, relatively speaking, although the capital investment may be higher, the time cost is much lower. More importantly, not all projects All require excessive revitalization funds.��


    "In addition, there are some assets that are not even just money can solve. For example, Enron''s most valuable northern natural gas pipeline. This 3.5-mile long, nationwide natural gas pipeline is Enron''s most valuable strategic asset. It is almost It cannot be replicated! By taking it down, Pan Pacific Group will have mastered the main artery of natural gas transportation in the United States and the right to speak in the industry. From this point of view, we can pay a higher price. After all, money can be made at any time, but opportunities are not. Must be there often!"


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 Chapter 246： boundary of safety

    Chapter 246 Margin of Safety


    After listening to Guo Shouyun''s words, the people in the conference room looked at each other. William Zhang said: So, the boss is still inclined to buy Enron?


    A part of Enron to be exact! I have no interest in Enron Investments or Enron Energy and Trading. In addition, these two companies account for 95% of Enron''s revenue, and I believe that Jeffrey Gilling may not be willing to sell them to me! Guo Shouyun said.


    However, the simultaneous acquisition of Enron and the Southern Company put too much financial pressure on us!


    Jonathan Weil''s tone was disapproving.


    Jonathan, remember I told you before. I''ll find a solution for the funding issue. When I feel that the expansion of Pan Pacific Group is putting pressure on our financial security, I will call and tell you to suspend all mergers and acquisitions. Also, including this year, Pan Pacific Energy Group still has two and a half years, or two years of rapid expansion. In the past, we will enter a ten-year rest period. During this period, streamlining staff, reducing business scope and reducing corporate debt will become our highest goal. At the same time, the group will no longer have mergers and acquisitions of more than 100 million US dollars. So, cherish this time!


    After a pause, after letting everyone digest it, Guo Shouyun continued: In the next month, your main task is to review this plan, write down any objections, and discuss and formulate a plan. In order to keep secrets, the whole plan was codenamed "Zheng Guo Canal".


    Zheng Guoqu?


    Everyone tasted this tongue-in-cheek name. Most of them who lacked understanding of Chinese history did not know the meaning of it. Only William Zhang, who was Chinese, gave Guo Shouyun a thoughtful look.


    Oh, right. During this period, the normal operations of Pan Pacific Energy and Phoenix cannot be delayed! Guo Shouyun followed up.


    Looks like we''re going to work overtime again! Ricky Causey smiled wryly.


    Jonathan Ware shrugged, we''re used to it, aren''t we?


    In recent months, with the company''s internal rectification and a series of mergers and acquisitions, the entire Pan Pacific Group executives have been working hard, and overtime has become the norm. However, Guo Shouyun''s partner system has avoided their escapism to the greatest extent possible. After all, working for someone else and working for yourself are definitely two very different states.


    Don''t worry, I will also work overtime with you throughout the discussion of the plan. From now on, this conference room will be our office. Guo Shouyun said.


    This makes me feel more comfortable! Carol Lusmi laughed.


    His words won laughter from everyone present. Guo Shouyun shrugged, he liked this relaxed and efficient working atmosphere.


    Wendy, turn on the projector and let''s get started!


    Wendy Solo, who was sitting next to him, nodded, turned on the projector in the center of the office, and text that everyone could read clearly appeared on the rear-projected screen.


    The biggest loss-making project of the entire Enron Group is India''s Dabor Power Plant, a $2.5 billion power plant with an installed capacity of nearly 22oo megawatts. For political reasons and the lack of a robust investigation prior to construction, the first phase has yet to generate a single cent of revenue. The next priority for our discussion is the solution for the Dabor project.


    With Guo Shouyun''s words, the atmosphere of the discussion in the conference room gradually became stronger. Everyone expresses their opinions. Wendy is responsible for recording with the secretary. If more detailed data is needed, the information department of Phoenix Company will collect it as soon as possible. If it cannot be collected, it will be recorded temporarily.


    No one left until nine o''clock in the evening except when they were eating and going to the toilet, or when there were internal affairs of the Phoenix Pan Pacific Group that needed to be dealt with.


    When Guo Shouyun announced the end of the meeting, everyone dragged their tired bodies out of the conference room. However, when Guo Shouyun was packing up the materials on the table, Barber Douglas came over.


    Let''s go together?


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Wait a mininute!


    After putting the documents in the briefcase, he raised his hand and gestured, and the two walked out of the office side by side.


    Come on, what''s the matter?


    Barbey is not surprised that Guo Shouyun guessed his purpose.


    Now, the relatively easy-to-acquire utilities in the western states of the U.S. that have suffered badly from the California energy crisis have basically been acquired by us! The rest are either too small or too expensive to acquire. In short, there is very little room for Pan Pacific Group to expand in a short period of time. So, it''s time to end the California energy crisis! Balbey Douglas says.


    How do you know I have a way to end the energy crisis? Guo Shouyun asked with a smile after thinking for a moment.


    intuition! After a pause, Barbey looked at him and said with a smile. In addition, I think the source of the solution to Enron''s dilemma must be someone who has a very good understanding of its operations within Enron.


    Looking at Barbey Douglas with a gleam in his eyes, Guo Shouyun turned his head after examining for a moment, and continued to walk forward.


    Barbey, in our Chinese culture, shrewd people usually use the metaphor of ''fox'', and I would like to give you this metaphor too!


    fox? After a flash of surprise on his face, he followed in Guo Shouyun''s footsteps. Can I interpret this as a compliment to me?


    certainly!


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun continued: Regarding ending the energy crisis, I do have a solution. However, the time is not yet.


    Why?


    The contract to acquire the Southern Company has not yet been finalized!


    What happened to the Southern Company had little to do with the energy crisis. After all, they weren''t affected by California''s energy crisis. Speaking of which, a flash of surprise flashed across Barber Douglas''s face. Are they Goldman Sachs and Morgan?


    Guo Shouyun stopped as soon as he walked, although he recovered quickly. But it also allowed Barbey Douglas to confirm his guess.


    Sighing at the shrewdness of this old man who has spent half his life in the American elite, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    I once signed a gambling agreement with Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi and Bank of America! The specifics of the agreement cannot be disclosed to you because of the non-disclosure agreement.


    Balbey Douglas nodded, Apple Pacific Southern California, and those companies we acquired before, plus the current Southern Company, the reason why all acquisitions went so well, is Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi and Bank of America behind the scenes?


    And An Ran! They also do a lot! Guo Shouyun said.


    You are in a very dangerous situation now! Barber Douglas said with a serious look.


    After more than ten years in the positions of chairman and ceyi of the Pacific Power and Gas Company, and often dealing with Wall Street, he is all too aware of the appetite of those greedy financial giants. To get them to do their best to help, it is necessary to pay several times the fair price.


    It''s a bit dangerous, but at the moment, I have more chances to win. After a pause, looking at the old man who was still frowning, Guo Shouyun patted his arm with a smile, relax, Barbey! In fact, even if I lose the Pan Pacific Phoenix, Google, LinkedIn, Matrix, Kuo, and all other companies, as long as I can still write books, I will still be a billionaire. Winning or losing the game has no impact on my life, what really affects is the height I have reached in my career!


    It looks like you are ready for it!


    Of course! Guo Shouyun nodded. From the very beginning, I knew what the worst outcome I could accept was. Based on this, when faced with the enormous pressure of Enron, Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citigroup and Bank of America, I was more able to deal with it calmly and avoid making wrong decisions because of emotional mistakes as much as possible.


    Clearly nodded Barbey Douglas smiled and said: I feel that you are more like making a concentrated investment portfolio. The Pan Pacific LinkedIn Matrix Phoenix Google Apple Ruby Kuo constitutes a portfolio of value investments with different risks and different industries. You decide where to position each company based on the opportunities that arise in the market. And your copyright income from writing is your margin of safety. As long as you don''t threaten this margin of safety, you can operate freely within the risk you can afford! Even if it seems, the risk index of many of these operations is astonishingly high!


    After listening to this statement, Guo Shouyun froze for a moment, then nodded with a smile.


    It''s slightly different, but that''s basically what it means!


    call!


    Barbey Douglas let out a long sigh in Guo Shouyun''s surprised eyes.


    I understand what you really think in your heart, and I also know what to do next! For the acquisition of Southern Company, I will speed up the pace, and for the acquisition of Enron, if you feel safe, I vote for it! After a pause, Barbey smiled. Although I am old, I still want to go crazy at the end of my career.


    Haha, Buffett is 71 years old and has never thought about retirement. You are five years younger than him, so you should continue to forge ahead in your career.


    I''m not like that old guy who gleamed when he mentioned investing.


    do you know?


    Well, after meeting at a charity fundraiser organized by the Ministry of Finance in 1996, we have been in touch.


    Yeah? Then you can help me introduce it. For his value investing theory, I have long wanted to ask him personally!


    This is easy. I think he would love to communicate with a young genius like you too!


    The two people talking, gradually disappeared at the corner of the stairs.


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 Chapter 247： Netflix goes public (Part 1)

    Chapter 247 Netflix goes public (1)


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    "Wendy, have you seen the ''Brazil Energy Market Research Report'' I annotated yesterday?"


    Guo Shouyun asked, flipping through the documents piled up on the table. In recent days, Guo Shouyun and the others have collected more information around Rebecca Mark''s million-word report to seek the feasibility of the report. Therefore, the documents piled up in Guo Shouyun''s study room are now comparable to the archives of a small company.


    In most cases, when Wendy helped organize the documents, she was naturally much faster than Guo Shouyun.


    "I''ve put it for you in the second cabinet, the third compartment, in the special folder for the Brazilian electricity distribution field."


    Guo Shouyun, who responded, turned around and wanted to get it. But before he could take a step, Wendy stopped him.


    "Boss, you are going to Nasdaq this morning and Netflix''s reception this afternoon, have you forgotten?"


    Guo Shouyun, who suddenly remembered it, patted his forehead with a wry smile and sighed, "I forgot. Alas, these days, I''ve been busy researching solutions to the ''Enron''s Dilemma''!"


    It has been half a month since I decided to work overtime with Jonathan Weir and William Zhang. For the past two weeks, except for the occasional return to the UK to accompany Molly Bevin for the maternity check-up, most of the time he spent most of the time at the Phoenix company headquarters to study the ''Zheng Guoqu'' project with everyone. For this reason, he turned down many unnecessary invitations from the outside world. But Netflix''s invitation could not be pushed. After all, the company''s listing is a major event, and his Phoenix Capital No. 1 Fund also holds nearly one-fifth of Netflix''s shares and is the company''s second largest shareholder. In order to maintain a good cooperative relationship in the future, he must also attend this invitation.


    "You''ve been too busy these days. I just took this opportunity to take a break!" Wendy said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "What time is it?"


    "It''s nine o''clock!"


    "Let''s go. Take the helicopter over there so you won''t be late!"


    "It''s ready for you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, buckled the notebook, put it in the briefcase, and walked out the door with it. Although he can take a break today, he doesn''t want to waste all his time on socializing.


    Wendy, who was carrying a briefcase, quickly followed.


    "Boss, this is the official price of spot gold in London just obtained from Zhang!" After getting on the plane, Wendy took out a document and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    Guo Shouyun reads news about gold futures and spot goods every morning and afternoon, which has almost become his habit.


    "$278.32 an ounce, higher than what we were selling at!"


    "In the past week, gold has fluctuated in a narrow range. Zhang speculated that the support below gold is insufficient, and the time to go short has come!" Wendy said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. After gold fluctuated at a high level for a period of time, it would naturally pull back. It''s just that he''s not sure if the time for a callback has come.


    "Let Zhang Shaoling take control. This time our entry price is $266 per ounce. If there is no lower retracement within three days of this price, we will open a large position. If there is a narrow range at this price, and If there is no change in a week, we will also open a position!"


    "What about the high position?"


    "$276! If you can''t reach this price, keep your position unchanged. Even if the gold price reaches 275.99!" Guo Shouyun said firmly.


    Determining the buying and selling prices in advance can greatly avoid the psychological trap of "short-sighted loss aversion". It may not be the biggest, but it is definitely profitable.


    Guo Shouyun''s answer did not exceed Wendy''s expectations. The two had been together for more than a year, and they had already known about each other''s personalities.


    "By the way, just received the news. Kenneth Lee resigned from all positions at Enron, and now both the chairman and CEO positions of Enron are Jeffrey Gilling!"


    Guo Shouyun took a look at the document and said, "This old guy is indeed much more savvy than Jeffrey Jilin. Seeing that the situation was not good, he took the initiative to jump ship! ... By the way, his shares in Enron should also be sold. Are you done?"


    "It''s not too clear. But he''s nowhere to be seen in Enron''s list of shareholders with more than 1 million shares!"


    "As expected. What is Enron''s stock price now?"


    "$56.23!"


    Guo Shouyun said in surprise: "I remember that there was still $57.12 when the market closed yesterday? Why did it drop so much in less than half a day?"


    "The key reason is a report from Boston''s ''OS'' Securities Analysis on The profit margin of Enron was 2.08%, and it fell to less than 1% in the second quarter of 2001. In addition, they believe that Enron''s second-quarter profit came from the manipulation of the California energy crisis, as well as the Marin II Trust with two other affiliates Fund and Eagle Claw Trust Fund. Enron borrowed $3.4 billion through these two funds, but these debts were never disclosed in Enron��s quarterly and annual reports.��


    Looking at the report that Wendy handed over, Guo Siyu had a happy smile on his face.


    "Our long-running news war is finally starting to affect the financial markets!"


    Wendy nodded, "OS Securities Analysis is an economic force independent of Wall Street. Although they do not have the same worldwide influence as Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, they are relatively objective in the U.S. financial market because of their relatively objective position. , has a very strong influence among institutional investors such as public funds and pension funds. The most important thing is that their voices finally make the public opinion no longer criticize us. "


    At the beginning, when Guo Shouyun launched a public opinion war with Enron through LinkedIn News, more than 80% of the financial media in the United States sided with Enron, believing that LinkedIn News lacked the sense of responsibility of journalists, had no factual basis, and only acted as a private person. Mouthpiece tool. Do everything possible to undermine the credibility of LinkedIn News. Being caught in such a whirlpool of public opinion, although it has won a great deal of attention for LinkedIn News, its reputation is not high.


    Now, after months of perseverance, the wind is finally starting to turn!


    "Anran is a leaking ship. Although it looks gorgeous, it cannot change the fact that it is about to sink!" Guo Shouyun affirmed.


    Another effect of the study of Rebecca Mark''s "Solution to the Enron Dilemma" was to gain a deeper understanding of the difficulties Enron faced. If it was only based on memory that Enron would go bankrupt in the past, now Guo Shouyun is judging that Enron will go bankrupt 100% based on facts.


    "In a few months, maybe we don''t need any investment, we just need to hold the real balance sheet of Enron we collected, and we can win Enron at a nominal price of 1 US dollar." Wendy said optimistically.


    "Maybe, but even if Jeffrey Gilling wanted to, I wouldn''t! $38 billion in debt is too heavy!"


    At the time of speaking, the helicopter began to descend. After landing on the apron on the roof of the exchange building where Nasdaq was located, he took Wendy and the accompanying bodyguards and went down the stairs. As soon as I entered the hall, I felt a heat wave blowing towards my face.


    Large electronic trading screens scroll through the price, amplitude and rate of return of each stock, and traders in brown or burgundy ties and black suits communicate with each other or take a few phone calls to the sidelines employer communication.


    The bustling situation reminds people of a vegetable market. In some cases, everything in front of me is no different from the vegetable market. However, the vegetables and fruits are traded in the vegetable market, and the stock certificates are traded here, and they are also electronic versions.


    "Call Michael and ask if he''s here!"


    Wendy nodded, took out the phone and called Michael Moretz. The latter, as the CEO of Phoenix Capital, was naturally invited to go public on Netflix.


    "Boss, Michael said they''ll be there in a quarter of an hour!"


    "understood!"


    "Bruce...!"


    As soon as Guo Shouyun finished speaking, a familiar voice came from not far away.


    Subconsciously looking in the direction of the voice, UU reading www.uukanshu. Com saw a man and a woman, with a hint of excitement in their expressions, pushed the crowd away and walked over.


    "Case? Paris? Why are you here?"


    Keith Breschlaud and Paris Chianni are both fianc��es and members of Guo Shouyun Hanshan Courtyard, and of course they are just ordinary members.


    "You forgot, we are also shareholders of Netflix." Keith Breschlaud said happily as he approached.


    Guo Shouyun was stunned. When he was invited by the other party to join the Kratos Brotherhood, although he refused. But he also told the other party about Netflix''s investment target.


    "So, you are also invited?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Although our shares in Netflix can''t compare to yours, 1.47% of the shares are not too small." Paris Chianni laughed.


    "Speaking of which, thank you for this, Bruce. If it wasn''t for your reminder, we would not have invested in Netflix. Now it has been less than a year since the last investment, and the net investment income has exceeded the investment by nearly four times."


    "As long as you can make money, Xie is not necessary. Who made us friends!"


    "Yes, yes, we are friends, close friends!" Keith Breschlaud nodded again and again.


    Compared with a year ago, the man standing in front of him now has improved a lot regardless of his status. Not to mention him, even if the elders of the family are in front of each other, at most they are just friends.


    "cloth��!"


    "Bruce?"


    Keith Breschlaud was about to continue when he was interrupted by another voice. After turning his head to look at the person who came, he wisely did not continue to speak.


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    Chapter 248 Netflix goes public (middle)


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    "Reed!"


    Looking at the person coming, Guo Shouyun smiled and stretched out his right hand towards him.


    "Since you''re here, why don''t you go ahead? Everyone is waiting for you!" Reed Hastings, chairman and CEO of Netflix, said enthusiastically after holding Guo Shouyun''s right hand.


    "I met two friends!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Hello Mr Hastings!"


    Seeing that the other party''s gaze shifted to them, Keith Breschlaud and Paris Kianni hurriedly said.


    "Hello, welcome to Netflix''s listing!"


    "It''s our pleasure!"


    Although Reed Hastings is still enthusiastic, he can clearly feel that he has two different attitudes towards Guo Shouyun and Keith Breschlaud and Paris Chianne. Of course, this is also understandable, after all, the strength gap between the two sides is there.


    After a simple greeting, Reed Hastings turned his gaze back to Guo Shouyun again, "Come with me, some of you, it''s almost time for Netflix to go public."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and walked towards the center of the trading floor under his guidance.


    "Who is that young guy that Netflix''s CEO is so enthusiastic about?"


    "He is Bruce Guo, the guy who has been called a lunatic by the major media recently!"


    "Bruce Guo is him. I heard that his Thunder Fund made a lot of money through the Argentine financial crisis. I don''t know if it''s true or not?"


    "I thought it was fake before, but now I look at the end of the crazy mergers and acquisitions of his Pan Pacific Group, it may be true!"��


    The further you go in the middle, the more eyes are focused on Guo Shouyun, and the more topics about him become. Gradually, it seemed that the entire trading floor was talking about him more than the Netflix listing.


    Keenly aware of the changes in the surroundings, and looking at the young figure in front of him, like the stars holding the moon, Reed Breschlaud showed a strong jealousy on his face.


    Why do you have a better background than him, study better than him, and have better network resources than him, but still can''t achieve the same results as the other party?


    "Is your heart unbalanced?"


    Hearing the words of his fiancee in his ear, Reed Breschlaud took a deep breath, calmed down the complicated thoughts in his heart, and nodded.


    "Compare the age, family affairs, status, network, and achievements of the two of us. It''s strange to be able to balance!"


    "Understandable. In fact, there is no one in the circle around us who mentions Bruce Guo without jealousy and envy. However, we better not compare to such a person."


    "Why?" Reed Breschlaud frowned. Although he knew that his fianc��e''s words were correct, his inner pride did not allow him to admit defeat easily, and at least he had to fight back a little face.


    "Because that guy is a combination of genius and lunatic. And we are normal people!" Paris Kianni said in a complicated tone.


    "Can I interpret this sentence as disguised comfort?"


    "It''s meant to be comfort!"


    "Damn it!" After muttering, Keith Breschlaud calmed down. He had already walked to the center of the trading floor and had no time or space to complain.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun, who radiated his influence like a star, also encountered people whose status was comparable to him, or even higher than him.


    "Bruce, we meet again!"


    "Stephen, as the underwriter of Netflix''s listing, Goldman Sachs has attracted a good deal of business."


    Stephen Bryan smiled, "Of course Netflix is ??good business. However, we are also very eager to cooperate with Mr. Guo, especially LinkedIn and Google."


    "Stephen, good business cannot be enjoyed by your Goldman Sachs family alone!" After a middle-aged man with a bald head interjected, he stretched out his right hand towards Guo Shouyun, "Mr. Guo, good morning!"


    Bob Cunningham, president of Merrill Lynch, met several times during Merrill Lynch''s previous cooperation with Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. Cunningham, it''s a pleasure to see you again!"


    After shaking hands with the other party, Guo Shouyun turned his eyes to the side, a middle-aged white man in a brown suit and golden glasses, "Mr. Romney, I didn''t expect Bain Capital to be a shareholder of Netflix!"


    "Bain Capital''s shares in Netflix are not comparable to Mr. Guo''s Phoenix Capital. Netflix is ??listed, and you are the biggest winner!" Mitt Romney laughed.


    "If I really want to say the winner, it should be Reed, he is the major shareholder of Netflix!"


    Reed Hastings smiled, "If you''re going to take LinkedIn public, it''s already worth a lot more than Netflix!"


    "That''s not necessarily the case. LinkedIn is in trouble right now. It has a brighter future than Netflix. The way to make profits is clear, and future profits can be expected!" Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly.


    After listening to his words, the attitudes of the people present were different. Standing in the elite circle of the United States, they also know some insider information.


    "Linkedin is a little troublesome, but Bruce, you have enough money to deal with any crisis!" Stephen Bryan said suddenly.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun suddenly smiled and said, "How come everyone brings the topic to me. Today is Netflix''s listing, and it''s Reid''s big day. Everyone should congratulate him."


    Reed Hastings waved his hand, "Having said that, but now you are the **** in the entire American press, especially the recent lightning-fast expansion of the Pan Pacific Energy Group. It makes you Bruce The center of public opinion, let alone them, even if I myself have too many questions I want to get answers from you!"


    "Mr. Hastings has spoken out to everyone," Mitt Romney said.


    "Haha, I myself have long wanted to have a good chat with Mr. Guo. But I heard that you have been behind closed doors for a long time, so you didn''t go to visit. I finally got this opportunity today, I must chat with you more. Chat!" said Bob Cunningham.


    The rest of the people around nodded in agreement. Looking at their eyes, Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly and sighed, "If I had known, I would not have come to participate in Netflix''s listing!"


    "But you''ve come!" Stephen Bryan laughed.


    "Bruce, we are all friends or business partners. Getting together to chat will bring unimaginable benefits to us and to you!" Reed Hastings laughed.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him and shrugged, "I can''t refuse now anyway. Just let you guys go."


    "Just promise. ... We''ll talk in detail when LinkedIn hosts the banquet at noon."


    Nodding his head, Guo Shouyun said, "Go and entertain other guests, you are the protagonist today!"


    After saying goodbye to everyone, Reed Hastings left. After he left, Guo Shouyun did not intend to stay and continue to be questioned by others.


    "Everyone, excuse me! I''m going to see some friends!"


    Thinking of the chance to chat at noon, Stephen Bryan did not stop him.


    After leaving here, people around who want to expand their relationship circle become eager to move.


    "Boss, Michael is here!"


    She looked in the direction of Wendy''s finger. Sure enough, Michael Moretz strode over with Paul Ritter, the fund manager of Phoenix Capital Fund 1.


    "boss!"


    "boss!"


    "I thought you were going to be late!" Guo Shouyun simply hugged the two of them and smiled.


    "We also thought we would be late. Fortunately, the traffic guidance behind is not bad."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, greeted the waiter, and handed over two glasses of champagne.


    "Wait a minute, it''s almost time!"


    Although Guo Shouyun knew that with his reputation and influence in the outside world at the moment, he would not be peaceful around him, but he did not expect to come back so quickly. And the straight culture of Americans seems to make them forget what it means to "interrupt"!


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    This is a young man who looks like a few years old. His cheeks look a little thin, raised cheekbones, and deep-set eye sockets, combined with a slightly hawk-like nose tip, give him a temperament that is rarely seen in ordinary people. shrewdness.


    "Hello!"


    "My name is Jack Braverman, and I just started my own hedge fund this year. So I wanted to ask you a few questions about investing!"


    "I''m happy to share a little of my investment experience with others However, I''m not really an investment expert, and now I''m being scolded as a lunatic by the American news media. Are you sure you want to ask me?" After shaking hands, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Of course. Besides, I think Mr. Guo is a genius investor with a keen intuition about the market. As for the media reports, except for what has happened, they have never been right!" At the end, Jack Braverman shook his head disdainfully. shook his head.


    "Although I''m not sure if this is a compliment or a sincere statement, it does make me very happy, thank you!"


    "You''re welcome! Around me, although not everyone agrees with my judgment, there are still some smart people who have a positive attitude towards you. Also, you can look around. You can see everyone''s attitude towards you in the eyes of the exchange."


    After his eyes swept around, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Let''s talk about your problem now, shall we?"


    "That''s what I''m most looking forward to...!"


    "Please wait!" After interrupting the other party, "I hope you don''t have more than three questions. After all, I still have friends to communicate with!"


    Although hesitant, Jack Braverman nodded.


    "What do you think of the financial crisis in Argentina? Or when do you think it will end?"


    "I''m just an ordinary person with research on investing, not a **** who can predict the future. So I can''t tell you the exact time when the financial crisis in Argentina will end. But I''m sure that this year''s crisis will only deepen, not Finish!"


    "Then can I understand that the crisis will continue into next year?"


    "Yes!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "This only represents my point of view!"


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    Chapter 249 Netflix goes public (Part 2)


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    "Understood! Second question, do you think the US economy can get out of the trough this year?"


    "No! Also, I think after the Nasdaq crisis, the U.S. economy has not really reached the bottom!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "You mean the Nasdaq and the Dow will continue to fall?"


    "If I answer your question, you won''t have the opportunity to ask the third question. So, are you sure you want to know my answer?" Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Can''t you answer me one more question?" said Jack Braverman.


    Looking at his expectant eyes, Guo Shouyun said indifferently: "If you want to be a successful investor, you should understand that you cannot easily repent of what you have decided. Otherwise, you will not have much success in this high-risk business. !"


    Jack Braverman was shocked and took a deep breath, "Thank you for your teaching. Now my third question is: If you were asked to choose a company to invest in, which one would you choose?"


    "Berkshire Hathaway!"


    Guo Shouyun said without hesitation.


    "Why not LinkedIn, Google, Kuo, or any of your other companies?"


    "Because you''re talking about investing, from an investment point of view, I would choose companies that can beat the market and deliver stable long-term returns! And Berkshire Hathaway is the best fit."


    "Are you a value investor?"


    "In terms of pure investment... yes!"


    "But judging from your operation of the Thunder Fund, you are obviously an opportunist!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "When the opportunity comes, I don''t mind taking a risk. But before that, I must know two things: First, what is the maximum loss I can bear? Second, the expectations I long for What is the profit? Think about it, and then leave everything to time and patience, and investing is no longer a mere risk!"


    "Been taught a lesson!"


    After thinking for a while, Jack Braverman nodded.


    "What''s the name of your hedge fund?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "The Braverman Fund! Currently has an initial capital of $450,000, but I''m sure I can be a successful investor like you!" Jack Braverman said to himself.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I hope you can do it. In addition, if you can make your initial capital increase by 60% after tax this year, I can spend 500,000 to purchase your fund share!"


    "real?"


    Jack Braverman was surprised.


    If Guo Shouyun really invests, then with the help of his reputation, the management scale of his fund will definitely achieve explosive growth.


    "I never tell lies about it again."


    "Thank you for your generosity, I will definitely see you in San Francisco in a year!" Jack Braverman said excitedly.


    "looking forward to your arrival!"


    After the two shook hands, Jack Braverman turned and left.


    "The boss is optimistic about him?"


    Michael Moretz looked at the back of the other party and asked.


    "It''s too early to be optimistic. However, this guy is really interesting." After a pause, "Okay, let''s walk forward. Otherwise, it would be a great pity to come to the stock market without ringing the bell!"


    Michael Moretz nodded, and the group followed Guo Shouyun and walked to the front. Looking at Netflix executives who were standing in the most high-profile position of the entire exchange under the leadership of Reed Hastings, receiving cheers, applause and streamers, Michael Moritz suddenly turned his head. Ask: "Is the boss interested in standing in that position?"


    "No one doesn''t like the feeling of being noticed and envied by others, so do I! However, the criterion for success in running a business is not necessarily going public!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile after some thought.


    "You''re still as smart as ever. But whether you like it or not, when LinkedIn or Google go public, you''re going to be there to get the attention of global investors!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Why did you ask this all of a sudden?"


    "I felt it for a while!" After a pause, Michael Moretz glanced at the big boss beside him, "Do you think the Phoenix Capital exhibition is too slow!"


    Guo Shouyun said with a strange expression: "Are you also planning to acquire?"


    "Phoenix Fund has acquired Anshuo, and it is now one of the top 20 asset management companies in the United States. Phoenix Trust is a special case, and we will not consider it for the time being; Thunder Fund is the world''s first in terms of return on investment. Only Phoenix Capital has developed rapidly. , but it has never been able to compare with other sibling companies. It is necessary to strengthen its own strength through mergers and acquisitions.�� Michael Moretz said seriously.


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly.


    "I really regret telling you about Lei Ting''s situation. Now everyone wants to beat the autumn wind from me!"


    Michael Moritz smiled and said: "At the last regular meeting, you made a statement in person that you used acquisitions to balance the financial structure of Phoenix. Phoenix Capital is also a member of Phoenix.


    "Okay, who did you see?"


    "Idg!"


    "Idg?"


    "That''s right. They have a lot of assets that I am very optimistic about, especially the international investment channel built by Idg, which is currently lacking in Phoenix Capital. By winning Idg''s investment business, Phoenix Capital''s tentacles will be able to penetrate into China and Vietnam. , South Korea, India and other fast-growing emerging markets.��


    "You only intend to acquire Idg''s investment business?"


    "Of course, Phoenix Capital is a private equity investment company and has no interest in Idg''s media business and information consulting business!" Michael Moritz affirmed.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. If it is only the Idg investment business, the acquisition price is not very big.


    "I agree. But you''d better do your research first!"


    "certainly!"


    "Also. Try to put the acquisition time in the last quarter of the year."


    Thinking of Guo Shouyun''s expansion strategy for Pan Pacific Energy Group, Michael Moritz nodded. What he didn''t expect was that Guo Shouyun was not thinking about the expansion of the Pan Pacific Energy Group, but the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity of 9/11.


    This is a rarer opportunity than the Argentine financial crisis. Moreover, he has always been long gold in order to get this opportunity, and at the same time to avoid causing doubts.


    The two chatted while watching Netflix go public. After the time for the bell tolled, Netflix''s stock price soared as expected, rushing to $31.8 amidst enthusiastic cheers. Based on Netflix''s outstanding share capital of 100 million, the nascent internet company has created a market cap of $3.18 billion. Of course, this is not the final market value of Netflix. Guo Shouyun knows that Netflix, which has a clear profit model and sufficient profit support, will be more favored by capital in the Internet market. Of course, exaggerated price-earnings ratios and market capitalizations like those before the Nasdaq crisis are basically impossible.


    "Bruce, Mr. Moritz, congratulations. You have invested in a good company!" Stephen Bryan, who had always paid attention to Guo Shouyun, came over.


    "Thank you. I believe Goldman Sachs also made a lot of money!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Several, why don''t we go together. The Netflix banquet is about to start!" Bob Cunningham walked over and said.


    A potential funder like Guo Shouyun, as the representative of Merrill Lynch, can never see Goldman Sachs as a competitor taking advantage.


    Stephen Bryan frowned, this guy was really annoying. Originally, he planned to see if he could explore Guo Shouyun''s rhetoric on Pan Pacific Group''s expansion and Enron''s strategy from the chat. But now with the addition of a Bob Cunningham, it''s clear the plan isn''t going to work.


    After his eyes swept across the faces of the two, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "It''s also my honor to be with the two of you! Please!"


    "Please!"


    The Netflix luncheon is located in the Hilton Hotel Ballroom not far from here, and it takes less than 15 minutes to arrive by car.


    Of course, Western-style lunch is not the Chinese style where everyone sits in a row, one table after another, but an open buffet, and you can take what you want to eat. Of course, there are also tables on the side but the seats are not fixed, anyone can sit down and chat freely. Of course, the main line of the banquet is to expand your network of contacts.


    Stephen Bryan and Bob Cunningham, who came with Guo Shouyun, naturally sat with him. Together with Wendy, four people occupied a table. As for Michael Moretz, he had already gone to raise funds for Phoenix Capital for such a rare opportunity.


    "What does Mr. Guo think about the capital market trend in the second half of the year?" asked Bob Cunningham.


    "Capital market?" Guo Shouyun smiled, "Merrill Lynch and Goldman Sachs have gathered the top analysts in the United States, and I believe their judgment on the future of the capital market is definitely more detailed and clear than mine. So, you ask this question. Wrong person."


    "The truth is often in the hands of a few people, and Mr. Guo is one of those few people. Moreover, your operation in the capital market, especially precious metal futures in the first half of the year, has demonstrated this very well!"


    "Bruce, everyone is a friend who has been working together for a long time. You won''t even refuse to answer this simple question!" Stephen Brian Xun, who was also curious about Guo Shouyun''s answer, chose to stand on the side of his former opponent.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun shrugged, "Okay, since you guys want to know, then I''ll briefly talk about my opinion. ... Of course, I won''t talk too much about the data, because neither Goldman Sachs nor Merrill Lynch have it. The data must be more detailed than what I have here." After a pause, "According to the US economic data released by the Federal Reserve in the second quarter, our total GDP was 10.20 trillion US dollars, and the growth rate fell from 1.3% in the first quarter to 1.3% in the first quarter. o.2%! All major economic indicators such as domestic consumption, non-resident investment, exports of goods and services are down.��


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    Chapter 250 When Peace Is Not Enough to Solve


    Judging from the data alone, the economic downturn caused by the Nasdaq crisis has reached its trough, and it will continue for some time in the second half of this year. Of course, unexpected factors cannot be ruled out, which will delay the economic recovery! Therefore, in the second half of this year and the first half of next year, the activity of the capital market will drop to a new low in ten years. In this case, the most sensible approach is to buy more value-preserving products. Whether it''s gold or bonds. Of course, corporate stocks with sound fundamentals are also a good choice. Guo Shouyun said.


    President Bush is already considering reducing the corporate income tax rate, encouraging business owners to reinvest, and lowering the federal funds exchange rate. These measures will release liquidity, stimulate non-resident investment, and improve the economic downturn, so many Wall Street analysts are now It is believed that the U.S. economy will bottom out in the middle of this year, and after a period of shock at the bottom, it will begin to recover gradually early next year. After a pause, Stephen Bryan continued, looking at it now, Mr. Guo''s conclusion seems to be a little more pessimistic!


    If normal economic logic is followed, a recovery next year is indeed very likely. But also consider the variables in the middle!


    variable?


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Unexpected factors like the Argentine financial crisis will slow down the recovery of the world economy. Taking this unexpected factor into account, the conclusion is not as optimistic as before.


    Does Mr Guo think Argentina''s financial crisis will last long? Bob Cunningham Road.


    I think the economy of Argentina and even the whole of South America will be in a downturn this year and next.


    Listening to his affirmative tone, Bob Cunningham and Stephen Bryan looked at each other, each with different plans.


    Mr. Guo, how do you think the gold futures market will perform next? Bob Cunningham continued.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun had long expected that one of them would definitely ask this question first. Because Wall Street''s pursuit of profits is engraved in the bones and flowing in the blood.


    Remember I mentioned just now that I am bullish on precious metal investments!


    Bob Cunningham nodded. If possible, Merrill hoped to cooperate with Mr. Guo!


    Cooperation? What kind of cooperation law?


    Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    We both co-financed a hedge fund that invests in capital markets. This hedge fund can raise funds through Merrill Lynch''s platform, and Mr. Guo acts as the manager of this fund, and the profits are divided according to the shares of both parties!


    Mr. Cunningham, Merrill is a good idea. A platform intends to exchange the best minds in the world, and then get a lot of benefits?


    Mr. Bryan, Merrill Lynch owns the world''s best financing platform, which connects 47 major countries and nearly 2.5 million social elites with assets over $500,000. Any fund connected to this platform will achieve excellent results!


    Stephen Bryan smiled undeniably and turned his attention to Guo Shouyun. I think Goldman Sachs'' platform is no worse than Merrill Lynch. If you are willing to cooperate, Bruce, under the same conditions, we are willing to give 60% of the profits to Phoenix Corporation!


    Mr. Bryan, are you out of your gentility and business reputation by doing this! Bob Cunningham said unpleasantly.


    I just think Bruce deserves a fairer choice! Stephen Bryan was **** for tat.


    When it comes to competing interests, Stephen Bryan never backs down. Of course, so did Bob Cunningham.


    Mr. Guo, if you think the share ratio is too high, we can talk!


    Goldman Sachs as well!


    Alright, you two!


    Guo Shouyun quickly waved his hand to stop their growing hostility to each other.


    First of all, thank you very much for your attention to my personal investment ability. Unfortunately, my energy is limited. I won''t manage any hedge funds, especially high-risk hedge funds, other than the Thunder Fund. Of course, if Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch are willing to cooperate with the Thunder Fund, they can hand over the funds to Thunder for management.


    After listening, different changes appeared on the faces of Stephen Bryan and Bob Cunningham.


    Mr. Guo, we at Merrill don''t mind handing over the funds to Leiting. However, the difference between Merrill Lynch and the Thunder Fund is that every decision of Merrill Lynch needs to be approved by management and the board of directors. So, can Mr. Guo give us a copy of Lei Ting''s profit and loss statement? In this way, we can also convince the board and management as much as possible!


    This time Stephen Bryan didn''t interrupt. In fact, Goldman Sachs would rather have a Thunder P&L than Merrill. Otherwise, they will be blinded without accurate data when making any decision against Guo Shouyun. And blind results are often accompanied by high failure rates.


    However, Guo Shouyun is not stupid, and of course he will not reveal his core data. Moreover, although he is eager to operate more funds to make profits for himself, but that is when the wind comes. For example: the financial crisis in Argentina, 9 ��, the war in Afghanistan and so on.


    Only at this time can the highest dividend ratio be achieved through huge profits. Otherwise, relying on normal operations, only general profits can be obtained, and there is even a risk of loss. Instead, it is better to focus on the management of its subsidiaries, which will yield higher returns.


    I''m sorry, the income statement of the Thunder Fund is the core information of the company. Except for our customers, we do not disclose it to the outside world. And even corporate clients don''t receive our financial P&L documents until the end of the year! So, I can''t agree to your request!


    Bruce, I think you should think again. You must know that the two platforms of Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch are enough to provide you with over $500 million in fund shares! Stephen Bryan said.


    When his interests were aligned, he quickly changed his position.


    Sorry, Stephen. Company rules cannot be changed. Shaking his head, before the two of them continued to speak, Guo Shouyun stood up, I''ll go get some more food, and come back to chat with the two of you!


    Boss, let me join you!


    Wendy quickly stood up and said.


    Guo Shouyun, who knew that she didn''t want to be awkwardly caught between Stephen Bryan and Bob Cunningham, nodded.


    After five or six meters away from the seat, Wendy let out a sigh of relief. The two of them were both capitalists, and every word was full of greed.


    The inner driving force of economic life is self-interest! Adam Smith''s description is very incisive! So, if we really say greed, we are no different from them! Having said that, Guo Shouyun put a few shrimps on his plate. These Spanish red shrimps taste good, do you want them?


    No! Now I crave caviar and foie gras more than seafood. Be careful!


    Wendy''s exclamation made Guo Shouyun startled, but the body that was turning to the right did not stop. As a result, a plate full of various foods suddenly appeared on the right side of the body and collided with him. Moreover, the person holding the dinner plate obviously did this on purpose, and when he turned around, the dinner plate was obviously tilted towards him a lot. So much so that the soup inside, mixed with various foods, instantly stained Guo Shouyun''s suit and white shirt. The most important thing is that it is close to the chest and abdomen, so it is particularly conspicuous.


    I''m so sorry, but why don''t you look a little while walking! ?


    A frivolous voice with no sincerity in apology rang in Guo Shouyun''s ears.


    What do you mean. You clearly put the plate there on purpose just now! Wendy said angrily.


    I understand your anger, but please don''t frame good people, or I have the right to apologize even if you are a beautiful lady!


    you!


    After reaching out to stop Wendy Guo Shouyun looked at the arrogant guy in front of him, and said indifferently: I didn''t expect to meet Mr. Balin here!


    I am also an invited guest of this banquet, just not as well-known as Mr. Guo! Oliver Balin said with a smile on his face.


    The small act of deliberately making Guo Shouyun embarrassed and successful just now can be regarded as a bad breath that caused the loss of Enron''s stock price during this period of time.


    With a good family, he wouldn''t have done such a low-level thing. But just now I saw Guo Shouyun, a rival in love, adding an enemy, enjoying the praises like the stars hold the moon, and being driven by many emotions, such as being very good but not being sought after, jealousy, anger, unwillingness, and so on, my reason was finally overwhelmed.


    Noticeable? Hehe, that''s why you''re playing such vulgar tricks? Guo Shouyun sneered.


    Pussy tricks? I haven''t blamed you for knocking over my dinner plate? Oliver Baring said proudly.


    So you''re not going to apologize?


    I don''t think I was wrong in what just happened! Oliver Baring shrugged. At this time, the people around the banquet noticed the strangeness and also gathered around.


    No matter where you are, there are people who watch the fun and don''t take it too seriously!


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said with a smile on his face: Although I have always been inclined to use peaceful means to resolve disputes, if I am really bullied, then I do not reject violence.


    Oliver Baring frowned, what do you want to do?


    Before he could finish his words, he saw the man on the opposite side flick his left hand, and the dinner plate originally held in his hand flew over like lightning in an instant, and smashed into Oliver Balin''s chest with a ''bang''. The dishes turned Oliver Baring''s high-end handcrafted personalised suits into a ''soy sauce shop''.


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    Chapter 251 Breaking News


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    "Wow��!"


    After seeing this scene in the eyes of the people around, Qi Qi exclaimed, but the tone of schadenfreude was stronger.


    Oliver Baring was simply stunned. He never thought that the other party would fight back, especially in this more direct way!


    Looking at the mocking eyes around him, Oliver Balin reacted and felt like a stupid clown standing on the stage and being laughed at by everyone at the moment. This made him from a wealthy family and always proud, the only reason in his mind was instantly shattered.


    "You **** ''yellow~skin pig''...!"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes froze when he looked at Oliver Balin, who was angry, he didn''t say anything, and threw his fists at him. Whether it was Guo Shouyun in his previous life or Bruce Guo in this life, anyone who dared to insult himself Guys, he''s never polite.


    So when he saw Oliver Balin slap his fist on his head, Guo Shouyun, who had been practicing freestyle fighting for a long time, stepped forward like lightning, quickly grabbed the opponent''s arm, and then stretched his left foot, his arms were forced to the side, Driven by inertia, Oliver Balin flew out with a ''swish''. After gaining two or three meters in midair, he ''bang'' and fell heavily to the ground.


    "oh, my, god! Chinese Kung Fu!"


    "That guy is so miserable, can he still stand up?"


    "Hi buddy. Stand up like a man, you should follow through!"��


    Various voices made the originally well-dressed, etiquette and elegant luncheon instantly turn into a noisy boxing scene.


    "Damn, I''m going to kill you!"


    With red eyes and a bruised face, Oliver Baring had completely lost his mind after he got up from the ground. However, when he was about to rush towards Guo Shouyun, the surrounding security guards who were seeing unusual things also rushed over.


    "Bruce, what the **** is going on?"


    Pushing aside the crowd and walking to Reed Hastings in the center, he looked at Guo Shouyun, and then he looked even more embarrassed, and under the blocking of several security guards, Oliver Balin, who was still clamoring, was surprised and bitter. color asked.


    "That idiot needs to be cleaned up!" After a disdainful glance at Oliver Baring, who was struggling, "Reed, I''m sorry for disrupting the Netflix listing reception banquet! In addition, as you can see, I''m not suitable to stay here. Here. So let''s say goodbye first!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s messy shirt and suit, Reed Hastings nodded.


    "Why don''t I ask someone to find you a dress to put on first?"


    "no need."


    After waving his hand and saying goodbye, Guo Shouyun took Wendy around and walked outside.


    "Damn, you ''bastard'', ''yellow pig'', ''damn inferior'', this matter won''t be over!"


    The harsh voice stopped Guo Shouyun in an instant and turned around slowly, "If you dare to curse again, even if someone stops you today, I will make you pay the price."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s oppressive cold eyes and the determination in his expression, Oliver Balin''s expression stagnated, and a trace of fear appeared in his heart instinctively.


    "Bruce, give me a face. Today is the reception for Netflix after all!"


    Seeing that things were not good, Reed Hastings hurried over to stop the road. He was just smitten in his mind, what the **** was that **** who put Oliver Baring on the guest list?


    Guo Shouyun was unmoved, still staring at Oliver Balin with a cold expression.


    "It won''t end like this today!"


    Knowing that he was not an opponent from the battle just now, Oliver Balin, who had calmed down a little, was not to be outdone.


    "Okay, I''m waiting for you!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked out of the road that the crowd gave way.


    Seeing them leave, Oliver Baring also quieted down. However, the mocking eyes around him made him extremely annoyed. Feeling ashamed, he didn''t stay any longer. After a cold snort, he also left here.


    Looking at their backs, Reed Hastings frowned. Intuition told him that today''s events would not end there.


    "Interesting, it seems that there will be another good show in the next period of time! Do you think so, Brian?"


    Stephen Bryan frowned, "I don''t understand what you''re talking about!"


    After he finished speaking, he turned and left without looking at Bob Cunningham''s expression.


    There is such a hot news about the fight at the reception banquet of Netflix''s listing, and the two sides of the contest are today''s American business circles, who are known as geniuses and lunatics, and the heirs of the old British aristocratic Bahrain family. Almost without a doubt, the news spread throughout the upper echelons of the United States within minutes of the two leaving. It was reported by the newspaper the next day, and the whole of the United States knew about it. On the third day, newspapers all over the world reprinted it.


    "Wow, fighting, so exciting!"


    All in all, in a word, Guo Shouyun, whose previous influence was limited to the business or financial circles, has instantly become a well-known ''idol'' to the public!


    Soon, many third-rate tabloids excavated Guo Shouyun''s experience of playing basketball and practicing Sanda, and also excavated the fighting or sports events that Oliver Bahrain had contacted, and then openly put them in the newspapers to discuss who is more powerful. Even a Las Vegas casino took the opportunity to advertise that if Guo Shouyun had a fight with Oliver Bahrain, they were willing to offer a betting multiplier, and they were willing to bear all the costs of the fight.


    In the modern economic downturn after the Nasdaq crisis, this hype has quickly become a hot topic of discussion among the public after dinner, and its popularity is even higher than the Hollywood gossip about the romance of "Sangpo and the High Commander"!


    Looking at the empty seat on the right, Gesell Schiff frowned, "Where''s your mother?"


    "She went to see Oliver with Grant!" said William Schiff.


    Gesell Schiff nodded, picked up the knife and fork and started cutting the steak on the plate.


    Glancing at him, William Schiff tentatively said, "Father, Oliver is a relative of our family after all. Now that he has been beaten, should we also show something?"


    "What are you going to do?"


    "Isn''t Pan Pacific Group acquiring the Southern Company now? We can use the influence of the Schiff family to stir up this acquisition and teach Bruce Guo a lesson!"


    "Do you know who is driving the mergers and acquisitions?" Gesell Schiff asked after glancing at his eldest son, who he had cultivated and inherited the family business.


    William Schiff frowned. He knew his father. If the other party asks like this, then there must be something missing.


    After carefully sorting out the information I knew in my mind, I had a flash of inspiration and subconsciously said, "Could it be Goldman Sachs or Morgan?"


    After looking at his son with relief, "And Citi and Bank of America! In addition, Enron, Imperial Bank, and First Boston are all promoting this M&A project!"


    "Bruce Guo actually has so much energy?" William Schiff asked in surprise.


    "Bruce Guo is certainly not an ordinary person. However, I suspect there must be a deeper layer, and the reason we don''t know!"


    "Goldman Sachs, Morgan, and Citi have always been unprofitable guys!" William Schiff nodded, "But other than this merger, Bruce Guo doesn''t seem to have any other weaknesses that he can exploit!"


    "The world is never perfect, William! As long as you make up your mind to look for it, you can make it happen!"


    "Dad means...?"


    "You forgot, our family still owns 18.6% of the New York Gas Company!"


    The New York Gas Company is an electric, natural gas and steam utility company operating locally in New York State, as well as a small number of customers in Pennsylvania, serving about 300,000 customers in total. As an old company in the last century, the New York Gas Company, like the New York subway, faces the problems of aging equipment, high energy consumption and bloated personnel structure. Although it is still profitable, the annual growth rate of net profit is not high.


    "Although the New York Gas Company has many problems, its returns have been relatively stable...!"


    "There are many businesses with stable returns, William. Also, don''t just focus on America, the world is a big place!"


    "Would it really affect them if they sold New York Gas to Pan Pacific? It''s not debt-ridden."


    "The company''s equipment needs to be updated, and the workers'' wages also need to be mentioned!" Gesell Schiff said indifferently.


    "I see, Father!" William Schiff said suddenly.


    "Go to Goldman Sachs or Citigroup about this matter. I believe they are very willing to help. In addition, exchange our ideas with each other, and I believe they will definitely learn and apply them."


    "Yes! ... But what about the mother and Oliver? If we don''t take an attitude immediately, I''m afraid they will complain!"


    Gesell Schiff frowned, "What are your plans?"


    "Oliver''s handling of Enron is not bad. Although he lost some money in the later period, he still made a profit. Therefore, we can give him some of the funds to operate, which can be regarded as a comfort to him! "


    "Up to $200 million!" After thinking about it, Gesell Schiff nodded.


    "Yes!"


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    In order to avoid the manic media in the United States, Guo Shouyun had to return to the United Kingdom, while accompanying Molly Bevin, while dealing with the company''s affairs by phone and computer.


    The demonstration of the ''Zhengguo Canal'' project has come to an end. The feasibility of the plan, the ratio of input to output, and the difficulties that will be faced in the future, have all had a more detailed plan. Guo Shouyun, who made another profit in gold futures, began to gradually tend to implement this plan. However, it is not yet the time to actually implement it.


    First, An Ran has not reached the point where the mountains and rivers are exhausted, and the price of admission is too high. Second, when the acquisition of Southern Company was relatively smooth, it also brought financial pressure, and he also had to ensure that there was sufficient cash to maintain the operation of the Pan Pacific Energy Group, and to deal with the threats from Goldman Sachs and Morgan. Third, he needs to keep a relatively sufficient amount of liquidity and be ready to grab another big one before 9/11.


    Exeter Bevan Manor backyard garden. Molly Bevin, who is nearly seven months pregnant, has a huge belly. So that when she walked every day, Guo Shouyun had to caress carefully beside her, for fear that she would have an accident. Guo Shouyun, who was a father for the first time, was extra cautious.


    "Tired?"


    Molly Bevan shook her head, a happy smile on her motherly pretty face. Now she is extremely grateful for everything she has. Especially the doting of the men around her made her feel that she did not see the wrong person at the beginning.


    "It''s almost time, let''s go back!"


    Molly Bevan tapped.


    "Bruce, the baby is just over three months away. What do you think we should name him?"


    "Hey, I''ve already thought about this!" Guo Shouyun said with a longing and excited smile on his face.


    "Oh?"


    Molly Bevan blinked, and looked at the man beside her with questioning eyes.


    "It''s Elizabeth if it''s a girl, and George if it''s a boy! Add our last names!"


    "Elizabeth Bevin Guo, George Bevin Guo?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "As for the Chinese name, if it''s a girl, it''s Guo Ruiyun, and if it''s a boy, it''s Guo Ruigen!" After he finished speaking, he glanced at Molly Bevin''s belly, "It would be great if there were twins, so two You can use any name!"


    Hearing this, Molly Bevan glanced at him and moved her lips, but after a moment of hesitation flashed in her eyes, she finally didn''t say anything.


    The two chatted about Guo Shouyun getting a name for the child and walked slowly into the villa. Because the first floor of Bevin''s house is a bar, and the second floor is the unique structure of the living area. That means, Molly Bevan has to go up and down the stairs every time she gets home. Before, when her belly was not big, that''s all. Now with a bloated stomach, it is difficult to move, and it is even more dangerous to go up and down the stairs. Therefore, Guo Shouyun used a lot of charcoal, and finally reduced the formaldehyde index of the entire manor to a level that he could accept. At the same time, Molly Bevin also moved in from the Bevin''s house.


    After sending her back to her room and settling down, Guo Shouyun returned to the study on the second floor Generally speaking, he would accompany Molly Bevin until 9:30 in the morning, and then come to the study to work.


    Taking out the materials prepared yesterday, Guo Shouyun looked at the time, and then picked up the phone on the table. Yesterday he made an appointment to hold a conference call with Hanhua''s executives at ten this morning.


    "boss!"


    The call was quickly connected, and Zhang Lei''s voice came over.


    "Is everyone here?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "It''s all here!"


    "Alright, let''s get started!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun switched the phone to the public office, leaned his body on Sha''s backrest, and concentrated.


    ���� Next, the 2oo1 annual mid-term summary meeting of Hanhua Company will be held! In the past six months, under the wise leadership of the chairman, the company��s total assets under management have increased from US$127 million in the previous year to US$954 million now. Pre-tax The profit has increased from less than US$1000,000 last year to US$147 million now! Total assets have increased by 651.18%, and pre-tax profit has increased by 137o%��!��


    Apparently, the balance sheet of Hanhua Company is dazzling, because the amount of money made by Hanhua Fund on gold speculation and UEFA Champions League football is as high as 600 million US dollars! According to the 2o% share ratio, Hanhua can at least increase the pre-tax profit by 120 million.


    As for the remaining money, it naturally belongs to Guo Shouyun''s wealth. It is an asset managed by Han Hua, but not the net asset of Han Hua.


    After Zhang Lei introduced Hanhua''s overall revenue and profit in the first half of the year, Guo Shouyun did not speak. Therefore, according to the normal process of the meeting, Guo Zhen, CEO of Hanhua Capital, began to give a report.


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    Chapter 252: Hanhua of Change


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    "...At present, there are 15 private equity funds under Great China Capital, including VC department, PE department and M&A M&A department, with total assets under management of 203 million US dollars! The largest project operated in the first half of the year is Jianlibao Group. Currently, it holds 90 % of equity..."


    "Is Wang Pengju there?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "He went all over the country to inspect Jianlibao''s supply system, but he didn''t have time to attend this meeting!" Guo Zhendao.


    Wang Pengju is the CEO who was sent to manage the company after Hanhua acquired Jianlibao.


    "Has the rectification of Jianlibao Group started?" Then, Guo Shouyun asked closely.


    "It has already started. However, according to the boss''s explanation, we are currently focusing on personnel. Jianlibao''s corporate structure and planning strategy have not improved."


    "Huaxia''s political and business environment is very special. It is more appropriate to do it after a detailed inspection. In addition, please explain to Wang Pengju that the understanding of the supply chain cannot be limited to the surface. Everywhere you go, you have to talk to the lowest level of local newsstands and canteens. After chatting with distributors, they are often best able to grasp the tastes and needs of local customers. Also, when he comes back, he will immediately find a database software company to build a detailed real-time monitoring system for the distribution network. Distributors, we need to know how many cans of Jianlibao beverages are sold in each commissary and newsstand each day, so as to maximize the sales."


    "Boss, if you do this, I''m afraid it will consume a lot of money and time. Is it really worth it?" Guo Zhen asked.


    Guo Shouyun understands what he means, "Although Jianlibao is our PE project, PE is not only for the purpose of listing and then exiting for profit. For high-quality enterprises that can obtain substantial benefits, long-term shareholding will bring greater benefits. Jianlibao is such a high-quality enterprise. Company. Also, the best way to maximize the value of a business is to run it as our own!��


    "Understood!"


    "What plans does Hanhua Capital have in the second half of the year? I''m talking about expensive projects."


    "The VC department has many targets. After the meeting, I will send a detailed fax document to the boss. In addition to Jianlibao in the PE department, Kweichow Moutai, PCCW, Wuliangye, Evergrande, and Huayi Brothers are our plans. The target of investment is still in the investigation stage, but the specific investment ratio has not yet been determined. The M&A M&A department has two projects, one is the MBO of Midea Group, and the other is the joint venture project between Brilliance and the British Rover Motor Company. ."


    "Fax a copy of the project information of the PE and M&A departments to me! Please be detailed!"


    "Yes!"


    "Xing Zhiping, where is your Hanhua Trust?" Guo Shouyun asked instead.


    "Thanks to the popularity of "Legend" and the rapid development of Monternet, Tencent and NetEase are in good financial operation, and their businesses are developing rapidly. The value of corporate assets has grown rapidly. Although it has only been half a year, it has achieved 47.8%. The growth rate. According to market assessment, the total value of the assets of Hanhua Trust is currently US$98.2 million!��


    After that, Guo Shouyun continued: "Li Yu, you are responsible for the negotiation with Country Garden. Is there a result now?"


    "The cooperation intention has basically been reached. As long as the boss is willing to invest 240 million US dollars, he can obtain 30% of the preferred shares of Country Garden Group! However, they require a one-time full payment in cash!" said Li Yu, COO of Hanhua Company.


    "I promised to sign the contract as soon as possible!" Guo Shouyun said after thinking for a while.


    "Yes!"


    "This asset will be placed under the umbrella of Yunhua Investment. As for the management rights, Xing Zhiping, hand it over to your Sinicization Trust!"


    "Thank you boss for your trust!"


    "Yeah! In addition, I''m also very interested in Maotai, Guizhou. You can ask me if they are willing to accept financial investment. I don''t want management rights, just preferred shares!"


    Before Guo Shouyun''s rebirth, Moutai''s market value of nearly one trillion made it impressive. At the beginning, in his own investment portfolio in the stock market, in addition to China Literature Group, Moutai accounted for the largest proportion. In this life, he is even more reluctant to miss it. It''s just that Maotai is not short of money and may not accept capital injection. Moreover, looking at their financial statements, they have never raised funds in the stock market since they went public in 2001 and raised about 2 billion Huaxia coins.


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun added: "If Maotai is unwilling, you can buy it from the stock market for me. I want as much as I want. The funds do not go through the accounts of Hanhua Company, and the share management rights still belong to your Hanhua Trust."


    "Yes!"


    "Chen Dong, how is the business development of your Hanhua Securities?"


    "At present, the company is in its infancy, with only one headquarters in Hong Kong, and its business is relatively limited!" Chen Dong, CEO of Hanhua Securities, was not confident enough.


    Among all the brother companies, his Hanhua Securities has the worst performance, with less than 10,000 clients up to now.


    "Old Zhang, how have you done with Li Ning''s equity financing?" After a moment of silence, Guo Shouyun turned to ask.


    "With Li Jingwei''s help, Li Ning did not refuse, so the negotiation went smoothly, and we got 20% of Li Ning''s preferred shares!" Zhang Lei said.


    "That''s good. If you want to expand the business of Hanhua Securities, you must first build your reputation in the industry. In addition to merging companies in the same industry, the best way is to act as a securities underwriter and run those excellent companies to go public. Whether it is Jianlibao or Li Ning are both good choices. Of course, the companies we share in are also good." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Boss, our Hanhua has not been established for a long time, and we have not many customers. Even if there are excellent companies, it is difficult to maximize the value, so I think that in the near future, we will use mergers and acquisitions to increase the number of our customers first! "


    After Zhang Lei finished speaking, Chen Dong''s eyes lit up instantly.


    "Oh, what are your thoughts?"


    Hanhua Fund makes a lot of money from gold speculation and Champions League betting, so he doesn''t mind mergers and acquisitions.


    "I plan to acquire Zhejiang-Jiangsu First Bank!"


    "Zhejiang First Bank?" Guo Shouyun had never heard of this name.


    "This is a local bank in Hong Kong with 17 sub-branches, total assets of 32.9 billion Hong Kong dollars, and a market value of about 3.8 billion Hong Kong dollars! At present, the equity is in the hands of Japan''s Mizuho Financial Group! However, Daiichi Bank, Fuji Bank After the merger with the Industrial Bank of Japan, the branches in Hong Kong will also be merged. The importance of Zhejiang-Jiangsu First Bank will be reduced. If we come up with a suitable price, I believe the other party will not refuse!"


    "Old Zhang, banks are not securities!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Boss, this is not a conflict. **** is also a bank, but it is also one of the world''s largest securities service companies! In addition, after the acquisition of Zhejiang-Jiangsu First Bank, not only for the securities business, but also for the promotion of the company in Hong Kong, Even the popularity of the entire East Asian financial circle, as well as the private equity business are also very helpful.��


    "It seems that your ambitions are not small. But...I like it." After a pause, thinking of his own reform of Hanhua, Guo Shouyun continued, "Want to come to Zhejiang~Jiangsu First Bank to also have a public fund business?"


    "Yes. There are 13 funds under its wealth management and asset management division!"


    "If this acquisition can be successful, Zhejiang First Bank will be changed to Hanhua Bank, the retail banking and wealth management business will be retained, and the asset management business will be added to the Hanhua Fund. The main business of the Hanhua Fund will be assets in the future. Management, as for the hedge fund business, put it under the umbrella of the Mang Seed Fund.��


    "...that is to say, after the business adjustment, the entire Hanhua Holding Group has six branches, namely, Hanhua Capital, Hanhua Trust, Hanhua Fund, Hanhua Securities, Hanhua Bank and Mangzhong Fund, which are engaged in venture capital, Private Equity, Corporate M&A Consulting and Services, Trust, Asset Management, Economic Business, Retail Banking and Wealth Management, and Hedge Funds. In addition, Mansong Fund belongs to Hanhua, but it is directly managed by me. Every time it makes a profit, Hanhua can I get 20% of the after-tax profits as capital, and I decide the distribution and use rights of other profits.��


    "...Also, the company''s management structure has also been adjusted to some extent. From this moment on, the board of directors of Hanhua Financial Holding Group has been formally established. I am the chairman of the board, Zhang Lei is the vice chairman and CEO of Hanhua Financial Holding Group. UU Kanshu www. uukanshu.com Li Yu serves as executive director and COO, Ken Haorui serves as executive director and CFO, Zhang Kaiwen serves as executive director and CHO, Guo Zhen serves as executive director and CEO of Hanhua Capital, and Xing Zhiping serves as executive director and CEO of Hanhua Trust. Chen Dong serves as executive director and CEO of Hanhua Securities. At present, Hanhua Fund and Hanhua Bank do not have suitable professional managers. After the personnel issues are resolved, the CEOs of Hanhua Fund and Hanhua Bank will also join the company''s board of directors and serve as the executive Director."


    "...In the future, all major decisions of Hanhua Financial Holding Group will be decided by the board of directors after collective deliberation! The CEOs of each subsidiary only have the power to handle personnel appointments of medium and below, and financial decisions below 20 million Chinese currency."


    According to sociologists and psychologists, a group has a higher probability of making good decisions than the best of them, given diversity and independence.


    Comparing Huaxia''s leadership system with the US presidential system, it becomes clear which is better.


    Moreover, after applying this system to Phoenix Company and Pan Pacific Energy Group, after experimenting for a period of time, Guo Shouyun clearly felt the rationality of this system and its superiority in formulating long-term plans. Therefore, it began to gradually copy this system to its other companies.


    Gathering the wisdom of everyone can minimize the probability of him making mistakes in business operations. However, in order to ensure his independence, or to take advantage of his previous knowledge to the greatest extent, he guaranteed his direct control over the Thunder Fund and the Mang Seed Fund. In this way, he can make the best use of the previous knowledge to grab profits from the capital market and provide ample development funds for his various companies.


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    Chapter 253 Viscount Salisbury


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    After listening to Guo Shouyun''s words, everyone in the conference room had different expressions. Subsidiary eos have been relatively quiet, although at the subsidiary level, their power has declined. But at the head office level, their power has increased!


    Zhang Lei, Li Yu, Ken Howerui and others were relatively disappointed, because the original power in their hands was diluted. But they didn''t join the company for a long time, even Zhang Lei didn''t have the strength to fight against Guo Shouyun!


    "...Hanhua Company pursues a corporate culture of meritocracy, simplicity, efficiency first, equal opportunity and partnership system. Therefore, in the future, 70% of each of your bonuses must be used to buy shares in the company. If you resign or If you are fired, all the shares must be sold to Hanhua Company! The company will buy it at a 15% increase in the market price!"


    If they want to give full play to their subjective initiative, the best way is to let them become the owners of the company. This is the original intention of Guo Shouyun''s implementation of the partnership system.


    As for the culture of simplicity, it naturally corresponds to extravagance and bureaucracy. Looking at all companies that can achieve long-term success, there are all companies that advocate simplicity and use reasonable systems to ensure the mobility of personnel within the company.


    Not to mention the priority of efficiency and equality of opportunity. Without these two points, no matter how good the talents will come out.


    "Boss, everything else is fine, but isn''t the 70% buy-in ratio too high?" Li Yu hesitated.


    "If you have too much money in your hand, you can''t help spending it! Then the luxurious mansion, luxury car, and sensual life will come. A person''s energy is limited. When you pay attention to these luxury goods, you should pay attention to the company. The power will naturally decrease. As the senior leadership of the company, you care less about the company, then the company''s performance and profitability will naturally decline. This is obviously not what I want, let alone the result the company wants. ...So, if you think that enjoying life is higher than work, then you can resign from me now!" Guo Shouyun''s tone was extraordinarily resolute.


    His words silenced the conference room on the other end of the phone at Hong Kong''s headquarters in Hong Kong. Everyone is thinking silently and weighing the impact of Guo Shouyun''s decision on themselves, as well as the real choice in their hearts.


    "It seems that no one is against it, so it''s settled!" Guo Shouyun said.


    In fact, this is not beyond his expectations. When he chose Zhang Lei as the eo of Hanhua Company, when the latter was less than 0 years old, naturally he would not recruit those senior professional managers. On the contrary, they are all about the same as him. They are graduates of famous universities who have some experience in financial companies and management experience in their thirties. As young people, their pursuit of ideals and careers is naturally stronger than that of middle-aged and elderly people who have become famous.


    "By the way! Kevin, does Hanhua have a plan to train students this year?"


    "Not in Hong Kong, but Yangcheng Finance Vocational College hopes to sign a cooperation agreement with us! However, their sources of students are mixed, and their level is too poor, so I rejected them!"


    Zhang Kaiwen, the chief human resources officer of Hanhua Company, replied.


    "If you refused before, just refuse. If there is another similar cooperation, you can consider agreeing. ... We at Hanhua value the ability of the staff, not their academic qualifications. If they join the company, they can bring profits to the company, and If he has an above-average work ethic, then he is the employee we need. Otherwise, even if he is a Ph.D. from Harvard Business School or Stanford Business School, but he cannot bring us benefits, then his value to us is equal to zero! "


    "Understood, I will pay attention to this in the future!" Zhang Kevin replied.


    "In the future, when recruiting new employees, we should pay attention to those from ordinary backgrounds, or even poor people. Such people often have an extraordinary dedication to success. Under the same opportunity, they are more likely to succeed than ordinary people. And their success is the success of the company, and the success of the company is the success of everyone here. �� You are all partners in the company, so don��t let those who can add value to your wealth run away. Otherwise, it��s not Mistakes, but stupidity! And stupid people should not be in Hanhua!"


    Guo Shouyun''s words made the hearts of the people present shudder, and their thinking became heavy. Obviously, the boss who is far away in the UK has made it very clear that anyone who goes against the will of the company, or his will, will be mercilessly fired.


    "Also, the funds in the former Hanhua Fund and now the Mang Seed Fund, except for the 2.5 billion US dollars exchanged for Country Garden shares, the rest of the money will not be moved for the time being."


    "Boss, there is still a good chance?" Zhang Lei asked curiously and excitedly.


    In just half a year, he fully realized Guo Shouyun''s talent in investment. This can''t be described as a genius, but a magical magic trick.


    "There is a chance, but the specifics need to be carefully analyzed! ... Ken."


    "Boss!" Ken Howery, the fo, responded immediately.


    "You use the assets I put in Hanhua Trust to go to other banks for mortgage financing. The period is half a year, and the interest rate should not exceed 6%! The time from negotiation to the arrival of funds cannot exceed August 1!"


    "So I have 40 days left?"


    "Good. Can it be done?"


    "Can!"


    Ken Howery nodded.


    "Okay, that''s it for today''s meeting, who still has questions?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Boss, can Hanhua enter the western market in the future?" Zhang Lei asked suddenly.


    "Of course! Although Hanhua and Phoenix focus on the East and the West, I haven''t given you an absolute business scope. If you think it''s necessary, any market in the world can be involved. But I hope you can consolidate your own market first. Think about expanding outward when you have the foundation. In addition, the development speed of the Chinese market is far beyond your imagination. Therefore, although the United States and even the Western market are dazzling, don��t give up the basics in the early stage!��


    "Understood!"


    After briefly chatting about a few other questions, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    "Dong dong...!"


    "Come in!"


    The housekeeper, Old Ward, pushed the door and walked in, "Sir, the Marquis of Salisbury has an invitation letter from here!"


    "Marquis of Salisbury?"


    Guo Shouyun knew that in Britain now, with the promulgation of one after another aristocracy law, the title of nobility, which was a symbol of status and status centuries ago, has now lost most of its charm. Some small business owners, experts and scholars, and some socially influential people can obtain the title of "life aristocrat", that is, the title of baron, if they want. Its characteristic is that it cannot be inherited. Many people even gave up their titles of nobility in order to pursue politics.


    But there is one title of nobility that remains precious even today: hereditary nobility. Although power is not as good as it used to be, it is still a status symbol and has a high social status. Throughout the UK, there are nearly 700 lifelong nobles, but only 89 hereditary nobles!


    And there are very few who can hold the position of Marquis.


    Looking at the invitation letter that was beautifully packaged and stamped with the family crest, after examining it for a moment, "Ward, are you familiar with this Mr. Joseph Robert Cecil?"


    Old Ward nodded, "Mr. Cecil is a member of the British House of Lords. Although he does not hold public office, he has a very deep influence in British politics. In addition, he is also a director of Shell Oil and the Royal Bank of Scotland! "


    Guo Shouyun nodded. His knowledge of the name Salisbury was limited to the one who served as British Prime Minister three times in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, captured Burma, conquered Nigeria, Kenya and Uganda, launched the Boer War, and launched the Boer War. Take South Africa; and maintain the ''Glorious Isolation Policy'' in Europe by Robert Gascoyne Cecil.


    Because there are too many mentions of this person in the overhead novels of the Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China, it is difficult for you to remember.


    "1128 Three Rivers, Hertfordshire, at 7pm on June 22!"


    Three days later, Guo Shouyun, accompanied by a few bodyguards, followed the address posted on please. There is no doubt that the Cecil family, as an old nobleman that has been passed down for hundreds of years, also has its own manor. And the scale is larger and older than the Bevin Manor bought by Guo Shouyun.


    Handing over the invitation letter in his hand, Guo Shouyun walked into the banquet hall inside the main building of the manor under the guidance of the waiter after passing the inspection by the guard.


    The luxurious and dazzling aristocratic banquets you can imagine in film and television dramas are what Guo Shouyun sees now. However, now he is not the ''Wu Xia Amon'' who has never seen the world before, no matter how gorgeous his appearance is, it is just decoration.


    After taking a glass of red wine from the waiter, he looked around in the crowd Guo Shouyun didn''t go inside to join in the fun after seeing that there was no one he knew well, but was looking for a wine glass in the corner alone. Sit down in an empty seat.


    If it weren''t for the charity dinner, plus it was difficult to reject Joseph Robert Cecil, the old nobleman who had a strong influence in England, he would really not want to come. If you have time, it would be nice to spend time with your wife and children at home. Oh yes, he doesn''t have any kids yet. Of course, soon. Guo Shouyun is looking forward to this.


    Guo Shouyun, who was drinking silently, originally thought that no one would come to talk to him. After all, his influence was more in the United States than in the United Kingdom. But he was wrong. With the development of information in modern society and the close ties between Britain and the United States, when he was invited to come, it was already clear that he was not an unknown person in the United Kingdom.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    "Hello!"


    Looking at the middle-aged Chinese man walking in front of him with a wine glass, Guo Shouyun was quite unfamiliar, but he quickly stood up out of politeness.


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 Chapter 254： The eldest son of the Li family

    Chapter 254 The eldest son of the Li family


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    After seeing from Guo Shouyun''s expression that he didn''t know him, the visitor took the initiative to introduce: "Mr. Guo, I''m Li Zeju from Hong Kong, nice to meet you!"


    "Li Zeju?"


    Guo Shouyun suddenly realized that although the two lifetimes added up, he did not know what the eldest son of Li Jiacheng, who had a low-key nature because of the "Zhang Ziqiang kidnapping case", looked like his name.


    "I''ve heard of Mr. Li''s name for a long time, but I''ve never had the chance to meet him! It''s a blessing for three lifetimes to be able to meet your Excellency here today!" Guo Shouyun enthusiastically extended his right hand to the other party.


    The closeness reflected in his words surprised Li Zeju, but in this case, it was a good thing for the next communication between the two sides.


    "Mr. Guo, you''re welcome! I have often heard about your success in the financial investment field and the Internet industry, even in Hong Kong. I admire it very much!"


    "American media won''t give me any good comments!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "The news of the media is written for the public to see, and entertainment and hype are better than objective presentations of facts. In contrast, smart people prefer to judge based on facts."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Please sit down!"


    The latter nodded and sat down in the seat next to him.


    "Mr. Li is not in Hong Kong, why did he come to the UK?"


    A gleam of light flashed in Li Zeju''s eyes, "What does Mr. Guo think about the current telecommunications market?"


    "3g?"


    Some past events appeared in Guo Shouyun''s heart. If the memory is correct, the Li family, who made a lot of money from the 3G bubble last year, is now copying the old bottom of the European 3G industry. I have to say that they did pick a good time, the wily old head Li, and did a good business again.


    "good!"


    "If I have enough funds now, I will definitely buy the 3G licenses of all European countries." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Oh? Does Mr. Guo have any basis? You must know that due to the Nasdaq crisis, the telecom market is very sluggish. Vodafone, British Telecom, Deutsche Telekom and other communication giants have chosen to slow down their investment in the 3G industry! In addition, the current 3G commercialization does not have a convincing profit model, and it is difficult to judge its future!"


    Li Zeju stared closely at the man beside him. He wanted to know the opinion of this man who, despite being full of controversy in the outside world, seemed to him to be extremely talented in the business and financial industries.


    Guo Shouyun also understands the other party''s mind to some extent, but he doesn''t mind exchanging his views on the telecommunications industry with the other party. After all, he expects to have little interest in the telecom industry for a decade. Of course, there is also the relationship between money and personal energy.


    "Mr. Li, do you think 3G is the future?"


    "certainly!"


    Li Zeju said without hesitation. Everyone knows that 3G is the future, but no one knows if it''s time for mass adoption.


    Moreover, there is a well-known law in the business world, companies that are half a step ahead of their peers in technology succeed, but one step ahead is failure. The most famous examples are the Iridium program and Concorde.


    "According to Moore''s Law: Under the condition of constant price, the number of components that can be accommodated on an integrated circuit will double about every 18-24 months, and the performance will also double. In other words, every The performance of hardware that a dollar can buy will more than double every 18-24 months. This means that the performance of our mobile phones, computers, and TVs will double every year and a half to two years. The performance of hardware As performance increases, the requirements for communication performance will naturally be higher, and currently the most anticipated communication standard is 3g. Therefore, in the long run, which communication operator can give priority to meeting this requirement of customers, then he Will have an advantage in the future!"


    "Let''s talk about the most concerning timing issue! The reason why major European telecom giants are worried about 3G investment is that they suffered heavy losses in the early 3G bubble, and now they can''t find a reasonable and clear profit. It''s just a model. It''s the nature of people to seek benefits and avoid disadvantages, and the same is true for companies composed of people. Their choices are not surprising. However, the most important thing in business investment is opportunity. When others hesitate, build Make heavy bets under the premise of careful analysis. Only by taking certain risks can you reap considerable profits in the future. As the saying goes: be fearful when others are greedy, and be greedy when others are fearful!��


    "It seems that Mr. Guo also believes in Mr. Buffett''s theory of value investing!" After thinking for a while, Li Zeju said.


    "If a person wants to be successful, the best way is to learn from those who are successful. Mr. Buffett''s theory of value investing has proven its superiority. Why should I give up such a successful experience? Books are worse than no books''. To learn the strengths of others, you can''t just copy them. Combining your own actual situation and making the best choices for yourself is the smart way of doing things!"


    "Since Mr. Guo is so optimistic about the telecommunications industry, why not join in?"


    "I think it''s a pity that my financial resources and energy are limited." After a pause, "If I didn''t invest in the energy industry, I would definitely choose the telecommunications industry!"


    In fact, Guo Shouyun''s remarks are not without purpose. When he was holding a huge amount of money, he did wander between telecommunications or energy. After considering it comprehensively, he still chose energy, especially energy-related public utilities.


    The reason for this is mainly because the two sides in crisis at the same time, there are many giants in the telecommunications industry, the acquisition cost is more expensive, and the integration is difficult. In contrast, there are many large companies in the public sector, but all of them are regional. Unlike the telecommunications industry, national giants such as Verizon, AT&T, and WorldCom control most of the market and are heavily headed.


    Li Zeju nodded. Now Guo Shouyun''s Pan Pacific Energy Group has set off an acquisition frenzy in the U.S. public sector. On average, two major companies have made a rush in one month, and the impact has long been not limited to the United States. As far away as Hong Kong, he also knows a lot about it.


    "Mr. Li, if Hutchison wants to make a difference in the European telecommunications industry. The best way is to choose two or three major markets, buy 3G cameras at a discount, carry out commercial layout, and develop the market seriously. After the foundation is solid, the profit and loss will be realized. When the balance is reached, compete for other markets. Of course, look for opportunities!" Guo Shouyun thought for a while and then said.


    The influence of the Li family in Hong Kong, and even the entire Greater China region, is extraordinary, and there will be no shortage of places to deal with in the future. Now using your previous knowledge to give advice to the other party can be regarded as investing in favor in advance.


    "Which markets is Mr. Guo optimistic about?"


    "Haven''t He Huang already had a choice?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    If he remembered correctly, Hutchison started out with the UK, Italy and the Netherlands!


    "It seems that Mr. Guo doesn''t know anything about Hutchison?" Li Zeju said.


    "Of course, I have paid attention to every opportunity after the crisis, and telecommunications is one of them. As one of the major players in the telecommunications industry, Hutchison naturally needs to take a closer look!"


    Li Zeju nodded, "Since Mr. Guo has an understanding of the macro and micro aspects of the telecommunications industry, has he considered the profit model of 3G networks?"


    "I thought about it, but I didn''t find a good solution!" Guo Shouyun shook his head. In fact, he knew very well that 3G would not be profitable until smartphones became widespread. But of course it is impossible for him to talk about what happened nearly ten years later.


    A flash of disappointment flashed in Li Zeju''s eyes.


    "Gentlemen, may I sit here for a while?"


    Just then, a young voice suddenly interjected.


    The two raised their heads subconsciously and looked at the tall, handsome young man standing not far in front of them, Guo Shouyun just felt a little familiar. But Li Zeju suddenly stood up.


    "His Royal Highness William!"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned. He didn''t expect that the British second-in-line heir, Prince William, who would later become famous among celebrities all over the world, would actually appear at the charity auction.


    "Hello!" Prince William stretched out his hand and shook hands with the two, then pointed to the vacant seat next to him, "Can I sit?"


    "Of course!" Li Zeju nodded. Guo Shouyun is naturally no problem. After all, everyone wants to have a relationship with the British crown prince, and he is no exception.


    After the three of them sat down again, "I saw the two chatting very speculatively just now. Can I have the honor to know what you are talking about?"


    After Li Zeju and Guo Shouyun looked at each other, the former said, "Mr. Guo and I are discussing the views of the 3G telecommunications industry!"


    "Oh, Mr. Guo also wants to invest in 3g telecom business?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "I am very interested in public utilities in the UK, but although I am optimistic about the 3G business, I have no plans to enter it After all, my energy is limited, and those industries under my banner are enough. I''m busy! Besides, it''s not a good thing to be against a shrewd investor like Hutchison!"


    "Mr. Guo is joking. In the telecommunications industry, Hutchison can''t compare to giants like Vodafone and British Telecom!"


    "You two are humbled, you are both the top business elites." After a pause, Prince William continued, "How did Mr. Guo come to the UK?"


    "My fiancee is British!" Guo Shouyun didn''t hide it.


    "Oh?"


    Prince William and Li Zeju were surprised at the same time. Although the outside world has criticized Guo Shouyun a lot for his business investment, he rarely mentions his family. As for the other half, even less.


    In contrast, Prince William is more concerned than Li Zeju. After all, it is not a bad thing to be able to win over a business tycoon''s feelings for Britain.


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 Chapter 255： Charity Auction

    .. Reborn Capital Empire


    Chapter 255 Charity Auction


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    "Many people bring their female companions today. Why didn''t Mr. Guo bring your fiancee?" Prince William asked with a smile.


    "She''s pregnant, there are too many people here, it''s not suitable!"


    "Wow, that''s really congratulations!" The young Prince William couldn''t help but exclaimed. In contrast, Li Zeju is much more calm.


    "Mr. Guo, congratulations! Father''s profession is the happiest in the world!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said with an expectant smile on his face: "I think so too. In addition, when it comes to being a good father, I will ask Mr. Li for more advice in the future!"


    "Anytime you are welcome. I promise ''I can''t say enough''!"


    "I really envy you two! It''s a pity that I haven''t even found the other half!"


    "His Royal Highness William, with your charm, I believe that girls from all over the UK will fall for you. Finding a good partner, getting married, and becoming a father is just a natural thing!" Li Zeju said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement.


    "Thank you! But it''s hard to wait."


    "Hehe, then hurry up. I believe that at the age of 19, it is time to consider personal issues. Even the royal family, I believe they are very willing to see the birth of the next generation." Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "ladies and gentlemen��!"


    Just as the three were chatting, a loud voice echoed in the hall, attracting the voices of everyone present.


    In the center of the hall, an old man wearing a black suit with a red bow tie and gray hair appeared in front of everyone.


    "Welcome to this charity gala organized by myself. There will be a small auction in the following gala. The auction items will be donated by some caring people. All the auction proceeds will be donated to 43 orphanages in Greater London, UK. I hope you can actively support this auction, thank you!��Let''s welcome Mr. Steve Schiller, the white-glove auctioneer from Powerlong Birdford Auctions!"


    Amid the welcome applause of the crowd, a smiling middle-aged white man stepped up from the stage.


    Guo Shouyun doesn''t know much about Baolong Bird Rich, but he knows that the other party is one of the top five auction houses in the world. Although it is not as famous as Sotheby''s and Christie''s, it is also a large company in the international auction industry. Founded in 1793, it not only has a long history, but also has extensive influence in the art market of Western countries.


    "I am very honored to receive the invitation of Mr. Viscount Selcy to preside over this auction. I am also very happy to do my part for charity. I promise as a white glove that I will do my best to preside over this auction. Auction. Thank you!"


    "Whoa...!"


    In the applause, the host, Joseph Robert Selcy, took over, "Next, there will be a waiter who will send a sign for everyone present!"


    After his words fell, waiters in black vests and white shirts walked towards the crowd with silver-white trays. Soon, the Jingjing signs were taken out from the tray and distributed to everyone.


    Guo Shouyun got No. 7, Li Zeju was No. 25, and Prince William was No. 19. Obviously, these competition signs are not allocated according to the status of the people, but completely random. In fact, this is normal. Considering the status, it is too exhausting.


    "It seems that everyone has got the bidding card. Next, I will talk about the rules. After any friend who is present takes the auction, please make a payment to the account behind the ticket within three days. If the payment is overdue, we will cancel the book. According to the results of this auction, the lot will be transferred to the guest with the second highest price in the next auction." After introducing the rules of this charity auction again, Joseph Robert Selcy officially announced the start of this charity auction. . The first item was also taken up.


    "The first lot is the first album of the Beatles, ''pleasepleaseme'', provided by Mr. Richard Modigliani. It once set a record for 30 consecutive weeks at the top of the UK Pop Albums Chart. Most of the people have heard it. It should be noted that there are autographs of all members of the Beatles including John Lennon on this album. For those who love music and love the Beatles For friends, this is a top collection not to be missed. So...the base price is 40 pounds, and each increase cannot be less than 200 pounds, and interested friends are invited to bid."


    "Who do you like?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "When I''m sensible, it''s not the Beatles that are popular in Britain anymore!" William shook his head.


    "The Beatles are great, but I still prefer Hong Kong pop music in the 1980s!"


    Seeing that Li Zeju also refused, Guo Shouyun shrugged, "I like music, but only for listening. I don''t have any adoration for singers, and I don''t have a hobby of collecting records! Therefore, this Beatles signed record is not bad. , but not my kind!"


    "vegetable?"


    William wondered. Obviously, he did not understand the meteor language on the Huaxia network in later generations.


    "It''s just a metaphor!"


    "An interesting metaphor!" Li Zeju laughed.


    William nodded in agreement.


    While they were chatting, the Beatles record had been bought for ��27,000 by a client holding the No. 12 bid.


    "Thank you to guest number 12 for your kindness, and to Mr. Richard Modigliani who made this record! Thank you! Let''s move on to the second lot: a piece from Ms. Stephanie Shirley. A 2.3 carat ruby ??ring. The grade is true red, flawless to the naked eye, ws1 clarity, excellent cut grade, excellent craftsmanship. The base price is 128,000 pounds, and each increase shall not be less than 1,000 pounds.��


    "Stephanie Shirley, I have heard her name more than once in the United States!" Guo Shouyun exclaimed.


    "Me too in Hong Kong!"


    "She''s the best woman in Britain and she deserves the respect of all!" William revered.


    Guo Shouyun and Li Zeju nodded in agreement.


    Stephanie Shirley, as a Jew, experienced the persecution of the Nazis; as an entrepreneur, her business has become one of the most successful high-tech companies in the UK, with a market value of more than $3 billion; as a mother, she struggled to take care of her own Autistic child; as a philanthropist, she has generously donated tens of millions of dollars. Because of these, she was awarded the Knight Commander Medal by the Queen of England, was appointed as the first charity ambassador by the British government, and was named "100 Most Powerful Women in Britain" by the BBC; she also joined Steve Jobs, Gates and others. , by the United States "Computer Weekly" as "the greatest ten people in the IT world"!


    Such a legendary life deserves all respect! The ruby ??ring nearly quadrupled in price because her story was almost universally known in the UK.


    Not only because of the collection, but more importantly, her character is worthy of admiration.


    "Thank you to Ms. 21 for bidding, and also to Ms. Stephanie Shirley for her kindness, thank you!" After a round of applause, the third lot: a set of 18th-century silver tableware was brought up. Through the badge on the tableware, we know that this tableware comes from the Orleans family in France, who once belonged to the branch of the French royal family. Things with heritage are naturally expensive. The cutlery set sold for ��530,000!


    There are star-signed posters one after another, and artworks and jewelry are brought up. The value is not too high. Most are within ��10,000. Given the backgrounds of Guo Shouyun, Li Zeju and William, these little things are not their type. Therefore, after half an hour, none of the three made a move.


    "...and then look at lot 13!"


    With the voice of the auctioneer, after the red silk cloth on the tray was uncovered, a fine piece of porcelain appeared in everyone''s eyes.


    Although it is far away, when he saw the shape and decoration of the porcelain, Guo Shouyun knew that it was from China. So I was immediately interested.


    "This is a pair of court porcelain from the Qing Dynasty in China. It is a pair of ''Yellow Ground Green Color Baby Play Bowls'' used by Emperor Yongzheng of the Qing Dynasty. This pair of exquisite Chinese porcelain came from the donation of Mr. Sandy Gehman, While thanking him for his kind deeds, I announce that the starting price of this pair of imperial porcelain bowls of the Qing Dynasty in China is 40,000 pounds, and each increase shall not be less than 1,000 pounds!"


    "You two, it seems that there is something worthy of your shot!" William said with a smile.


    "Mr. Guo, I''ll give you this pair of ''Yellow Ground Green Color Baby Show Bowls'' made in the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty!" Li Zeju said.


    Although this collection is considered precious, there are many more precious items in the Li family''s collection. Therefore, there is no need to argue with Guo Shouyun on this.


    "Thank you so much then!"


    Guo Shouyun laughed.


    Although this pair of Yongzheng pastel porcelain seems to be of little value now, as long as it is put on for ten years, its value can be increased twentyfold, or even higher. Whether it is a personal collection or from an investment point of view, it is an excellent choice.


    Although he wanted to win the pair of Yongzheng imperial kilns, Guo Shouyun was not in a hurry. Instead, when its price rose to ��87,400 and there were only two competitors left, he decisively raised his sign.


    "Oh, our Mr. 7 bid ��87,500 Is there anything higher?"


    The auctioneer''s words attracted the attention of some people around to Guo Shouyun. In fact, they are not lacking in attention, because the famous Prince William is sitting there. In addition, the two Orientals sitting in the middle of a group of white people are indeed quite conspicuous.


    "��90,000, Mr. 11 offered ��90,000, is there anything higher?"


    Holding the No. 11 scripture sign was a middle-aged man in a brown suit with a proud face. When he noticed that Guo Shouyun looked over, there was a contempt on his face. It didn''t just make him frown.


    In addition, the No. 11, like him, is a sudden bidder.


    "��91,000, Mr. 7 offered ��91,000, and more...?"


    Before he could finish his question, the man holding the number 11 had raised the scripture sign in his hand and added the price to ��100,000.


    This time, Guo Shouyun clearly felt some kind of hostility.


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 Chapter 256： Hyena Bahrain

    Chapter 256 ''Hyena'' Bahrain


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    "Mr. Guo has a holiday with the other party?"


    After six rounds of bidding, Guo Shouyun bought the ''Famille Baby Play Bowl made in the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty'' for ��150,000. In the eyes of others, this price far exceeds its market price. In addition, during the previous bidding process, the two almost competed against each other, so it is no wonder that Li Zeju would ask such a question.


    Looking at the unfamiliar back in the front left, Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "I''ve never seen him!"


    "Mr. Guo, his name is Hills Francis Baring, he is the uncle of Oliver Baring. He used to be the British ambassador to the Netherlands and is currently a non-executive director of the Dutch ing group. He has a certain position in British politics and business. influence!" William explained.


    Guo Shouyun was stunned, then shrugged and said with a smile: "It seems that the younger one was beaten last time, this time the older one has come out to seek justice!"


    The news that Guo Shouyun and Oliver Bahrain had a big fight at the Netflix listing reception has long been no secret with media reports. Both Li Zeju and William knew it.


    "This man is nicknamed ''Hyena'' in British high society circles!"


    "Hyena?" Li Zeju asked in surprise.


    "Yes!" William nodded, "Although it''s not a gentleman to speak ill of people behind his back, Hills Francis Baring is indeed a guy who is not broad-minded and extremely greedy!"


    "Mr. Guo, if you look at some good auctions next, I''ll do it for you. Otherwise, I''m afraid it''s easy to lose money!" Li Zeju said.


    "Thank you. But it doesn''t matter!" After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head, "Since we are already an enemy, it is better to face the difficulties!"


    "Oh, what are your plans?" William asked with great interest. Apparently he didn''t like Hills Francis Baring very much either.


    "There is an old saying in China called ''return the way of others to their bodies''!"


    Li Zeju understood in an instant, but William was obviously worse. After all, the refined expressions that have been passed down in China for thousands of years are not so clear that ordinary English can fully explain them. However, after Guo Shouyun explained further, William also understood the general meaning.


    "The Patek Philippe limited edition watch being auctioned now is not bad, and the price of 350,000 pounds is high enough!" William said with a hint of excitement in his tone. Obviously, when he was young, he couldn''t wait to see Guo Shouyun and Hills Francis Bahrain torn apart!


    "Not in a hurry now, let''s talk about it when the finale comes up!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Wow, you played really big. But I''m looking forward to it more and more!" William said.


    "Mr. Guo, if the conflict can be resolved, it''s better not to intensify it too much!" Li Zeju persuaded.


    "Thank you. But the problem between me and the Balin family can''t be solved." Guo Shouyun shook his head. He knew the root cause of his conflict with Oliver Baring, whether it was his harassment of Molly Bevin in the first place, or his opposition to him over Enron investment, it was inexcusable, especially the former.


    Moreover, Guo Shouyun understands Oliver Balin''s character, even if he is willing to reconcile, Oliver Balin, who is naturally rebellious, will not. So instead of embarrassing yourself, it is better to fight back resolutely.


    In addition, an old British aristocrat who has been broken for a long time, in terms of strength, is not enough to make him flinch now.


    "Since it can''t be solved, we should resolutely fight back!"


    "His Royal Highness William, as a member of the British royal family, shouldn''t you speak for the other party, why does it seem to be more resentful than me?" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "Although my status makes me more sympathetic to the British. But my moral cultivation makes me stand on the side of justice!" William said with a sense of righteousness.


    Of course, when he was studying at Eton College, he was once taught a lesson by the younger son of Hills Francis Baring. He would never say anything to Guo Shouyun after suffering such a loss. It was too embarrassing!


    Although he didn''t quite believe William''s words, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much. As time passed, the charity auction, which was not very big, came to its last moment.


    "It''s about to start!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. In fact, he didn''t need William to remind him, he knew that he would fight back instead!


    "...Gentlemen and ladies, the next auction is the last lot of this charity auction!" Following the auctioneer''s words, two waiters came up with a pair of things covered with red silk. After the red silk was untied, a fine oil painting was presented to everyone.


    The oil painting is generally cold, blue and green occupy the largest space, and the center of the painting is a water lily floating on the water.


    "As you can see, this is a 19th-century French Impressionist master Monet''s "Water Lilies". Claude Monet left more than 500 sketches and more than 2,000 oil paintings in his life, of which the most famous is the Water lily series, a total of 184 pieces. And this auction''s "Water Lilies on a Rainy Day" is one of them! And this unparalleled and high-value oil painting comes from the organizer of this charity auction, Viscount Selcy, let us first Applaud for his love!"


    In the warm applause, Viscount Joseph Robert Cecil stood up to greet the crowd.


    "Thank you, thank you for your applause! This "Water Lily" comes from the collection of the Selcy family. Although it is precious, I am willing to contribute it to bring hope and gospel to those unfortunate children. At the same time, I also hope My actions can drive more people to devote their energy to charity activities, make our society more just, and make our people happier!"


    That''s it, Joseph Robert Cecil performed a standard Western etiquette!


    And his remarks, not surprisingly, drew loud applause again.


    "He is such a kind elder!" William admired.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, although he was not as excited as the other party, but people who can donate precious oil paintings worth hundreds, or even tens of millions of pounds, to charity are indeed worthy of respect.


    After the applause stopped for a while, the auctioneer said again: "Thanks to Viscount Selcy''s benevolent heart, now let''s go back to this exquisite oil painting. ... I believe everyone is no stranger to the value of Mr. Monet''s "Water Lilies" . At Sotheby''s New York auction in 1997, a painting of the same 93*99 cm sold for a high price of 18.47 million US dollars. Therefore, after comprehensive consideration, we set the reserve price of this "Water Lilies" at 6 million ��20,000 for each increase, please bid now!"


    "Mr. 38 bid 6.02 million...!"


    "Ms. 4 bid 6.18 million...!"


    Looking at the fierce bidding around, William sighed, "If it wasn''t for the lack of money in my hand, I would definitely buy this painting!"


    "What precious oil paintings can''t be found in the royal family''s collection room?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "How can this be the same, each precious oil painting is unique!" William said with a hint of excitement in his tone.


    Guo Shouyun shrugged. He has never received a Western-style, strict aristocratic elite education since he was a child, so the appreciation of art is more of an interest, and this interest is not high. In addition, so far, all the works of art he has collected are more for the purpose of investment, rather than playing in his hands. This is where he is different from William, but he understands the feelings of the other party.


    Turning his head to look at Li Zeju, who was looking at the auction table with great interest, "Why, you are also interested!"


    The latter nodded, "Of course! Monet''s fine works rarely appear on the auction stage, especially his fine works!" After a pause, Li Zeju turned his head, "Mr. Guo, how about you? Are you interested?"


    "Indeed. But it depends. If the price is too high, I won''t buy it. Of course, if that person joins it is another matter!"


    Looking at the back in front of the left, a cold light flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    After Li Zeju nodded, he hesitated for a moment and said: "Mr. Guo, with all due respect, in this case, once the price is deliberately too high due to the conflict of spirit, even if you succeed in the end, I am afraid it will be difficult for the people present. Make a good impression. After all, this is a charity auction, not a Sotheby''s and Christie''s auction."


    "Of course I know this, don''t worry, I know it!"


    Hearing his affirmative tone, Li Zeju didn''t say anything more. His responsibility has been fulfilled, and it is not up to him to decide how to do the rest.


    At this time, the price of this Monet''s "Water Lilies" has been raised to 8.74 million pounds by everyone. At the current exchange rate of sterling against the US dollar, it is equivalent to 13.11 million US dollars. Although it is not too high, it is close to the real market price. After all, Sotheby''s and Christie''s auction results have commissions in them.


    At this time, there are only five people still bidding. One of them is Li Zeju.


    "��8.8 million!"


    "Mr No. 28 bid ��8.8m, is there anything higher?"


    After careful consideration, Li Zeju raised the scripture sign again.


    "��9m��9m, Mr. 25 bid ��9m, is there anything higher?"


    "��9.1 million, Mr. 28 bid again, ��9.1 million, is there anything higher?"


    Facing the eyes of the auctioneer and the surrounding guests, Li Zeju was not raising his placard. But it didn''t take long, a guest with a brand number 2 paid 9.2 million pounds, which attracted everyone''s attention.


    "What? Give up?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Well! Looking at the current situation, the price of this Monet oil painting will obviously exceed 10 million pounds. In my opinion, this price is too high!"


    When the words fell, Li Zeju glanced at him, "Are you going to take action next?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, glanced at the front left, was holding up the scripture sign in his hand, and overwhelmed the other two competitors with a price of 9.9 million, with a smile on his face, like Hills Francis Balin who was winning, his expression gradually changed. Get cold.


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 Chapter 257： dig a hole

    Chapter 257 Digging a Pit


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    "10 million!"


    The clear voice echoed in the banquet hall, and the breakthrough price attracted the attention of everyone present. Hills Francis Baring is of course no exception, but as a competitor, his face is not very good.


    "10 million! Mr. No. 7 bid 10 million, is there anything higher?"


    Hills Francis Baring, who knew that all eyes were on him without looking, hesitated for a moment, then raised the bidding sign again, and directly added 1 million.


    "11 million!"


    "Wow...!"


    Before waiting for everyone''s exclamations to fall, Guo Shouyun picked up the competition sign again and gave a more exaggerated price.


    "12 million!"


    Hills Francis Baring''s face instantly turned gloomy.


    At this moment, the atmosphere in the hall became weird, the eyes of the guests wandered back and forth on the two of them, and the expressions of gloating and watching a good show were evident.


    With a cold hum in his heart, Hills Francis Baring, who had made some kind of decision, raised the competition sign again.


    "1500 dollars!"


    "Wow, is this guy confused?"


    "Who knows, but it''s always a good thing that they are willing to pay more!"��


    "Mr. Guo, this price is too high!" William said seriously.


    "Yeah. Once you make another bid, it''s easy to fall into the other party''s trap!" Li Zeju also persuaded.


    Guo Shouyun nodded his head, thinking about whether the price of 15 million is the bottom line of the other party, or is there a higher price?


    "15 million pounds into US dollars is 22.5 million. Although it is higher than the current market price of Monet''s oil paintings, it is not too exaggerated. If this guy deliberately wants to dig a hole for me, then 15 million will not be the last. price!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun raised the competition sign in his hand again.


    "18 million!"


    "18 million, Mr. No. 7 bid 18 million, is there anything higher?"


    Faced with this kind of fierce bidding that is rarely seen in Sotheby''s and Christie''s spring and autumn auctions, Steve Schiller, the auctioneer, has been completely aroused, his tone is enthusiastic, and full of agitation sex.


    As for the surrounding audience, the nerves that have been completely shocked by the two people''s unthinking increase in price are numb. However, driven by inertia, everyone subconsciously turned their attention to Hills Francis Baring.


    At this time, he is also facing the same concerns as Guo Shouyun: if the price increases again, will the other party follow?


    After thinking about it for a long time, the arrogant Hills Francis Baring still did not intend to give up, but considering the risks, he did not add millions or millions as before. Of course, he also wanted to get it. If the bid is low, it will undoubtedly give the other party an appearance that he wants to withdraw from the competition. If the other party is deliberately digging a hole for him, then after realizing his choice, he may not continue to follow. If the other party really likes the painting, they will definitely increase the price.


    The result of his consideration was that Guo Shouyun really liked this masterpiece of Monet''s oil painting, because according to the information he collected, the other party''s fiancee was a graduate of the oil painting department of the Royal Academy of Arts.


    Unfortunately, he guessed the beginning correctly but not the ending. Molly Bevan likes oil painting, and Guo Shouyun is also interested in her influence. However, there are many opportunities to buy good oil paintings, but there are not many opportunities to export.


    "18.5 million!"


    As soon as this price came out, Guo Shouyun instantly guessed that Hills Francis Baring was about to quit. If so, what are you waiting for. He directly buckled the competition sign on the table next to him and showed his attitude to everyone who came over.


    Hills Francis Baring, who also saw this scene in his eyes, was instantly blackened into the bottom of the pot!


    The anger in his heart made him stand up and said, "Everyone knows that Mr. Guo has made a lot of money in gold speculation, why is he so stingy in charity?"


    "Who says I''m stingy? I just want to fulfill Mr. Bahrain''s love by not buying Monet''s oil paintings. As for myself...!" Guo Shouyun turned around, "Mr. Selcy, I am also very keen on charity, and I have always been I am doing something related to this. In addition, I am willing to personally donate 10 million US dollars to support this charity auction. I don��t want anything, I just want to be able to show my love to the children in the British orphanage!��


    The high-spirited and full of boxing and loving remarks instantly gained the goodwill of everyone present. After all, giving without asking for anything in return is always the most moving thing!


    At the same time, Hills Francis Baring, who paid a much higher price than Guo Shouyun, was stole the limelight by the other party, and did not even get the reputation of charity, his face was gloomy and dripping.


    For a moment, he thought about giving up, so that according to the regulations, this Monet''s "Water Lilies" would be transferred to Guo Shouyun, the second most expensive.


    But obviously, if he doesn''t want to be ridiculed in British high society, it''s better not to do this kind of backtracking. It''s not business after all, it''s charity.


    "Thank you very much Mr. Guo for your donation. On behalf of all the orphans, I would like to thank you. In addition, I am also very grateful to Mr. Bahrain and the one who was present and participated in the auction today. Thank you!"


    After thanking him, Joseph Selsey announced the end of the charity auction.


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    "Bruce, yes, I''ve never seen that old guy get so popular!"


    When everyone stood up and prepared to leave, William laughed.


    "Being ridiculed by you in front of so many people, he will definitely not let it go. Mr. Guo, you must be careful of his revenge in the future!" Li Zeju said cautiously.


    "Li is right, this old guy likes to play some tricks behind his back the most!" William said.


    "Thank you for your advice, I will pay attention!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Today''s dinner is almost over here, how about going for a late night snack later?" William suggested.


    "My fiancee is still waiting at home, you two go!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "I really want to go, but I have a flight to Amsterdam at 5 a.m. to host a business negotiation. So I have to rest early."


    William shrugged, although he really wanted to have a good relationship with the two people with unlimited potential in China and the American business world, but since they had something to do, he naturally wouldn''t force it.


    "Well, it seems that we can only wait for the next time!"


    Looking at the two of them, Guo Shouyun took out a few cards from his pocket, "This is my contact information, and the other two are my platinum membership cards in my private club in San Francisco. If you come to the United States in the future, especially to San Francisco, be sure to contact me. ."


    The two of them took a look at each other and nodded at the same time.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    Just as the three were about to leave, a middle-aged man in a neat suit walked up to Guo Shouyun.


    "Hello!"


    "I''m Paul Kahneman, Viscount Selcy''s steward!" After introducing himself, "Sir would like to meet you!"


    "Bruce, it seems that you are destined to go home early!" William said.


    Guo Shouyun thought for a while and nodded, "You two, then I''ll go first. In the future, we will meet again when there is a chance!"


    "OK!"


    "I''ll call you!"


    After waving his hand, Guo Shouyun followed Paul Kahneman out of the hall, walked for a while in the quaint and luxuriously decorated corridor, and came to the room near the end.


    "Mr. Guo, please come in!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he walked in.


    A typical western-style office with a variety of artworks displayed around and a very chic decor.


    "Please take a seat first, after the Sir has delivered the guests, he will come soon!"


    "OK!"


    After answering, Guo Shouyun sat down on the sofa next to him.


    Not long after, Paul Kahneman came over with the brewed tea.


    "Sir knows that Mr. Guo likes to drink tea, so he specially prepared a super Dahongpao bought from Huaxia. I hope Mr. Guo likes it!"


    "Mr. Cecil has a heart! Thank you!"


    Before he could finish his words, laughter came from outside the door.


    "To entertain a VIP like Mr. Guo, of course, you have to prepare carefully."


    Soon, Joseph Robert Cecil, who had seen many times at the auction, walked in with a smile on his face. It''s just that this time it''s not just him. Behind him, there is a middle-aged man in a brown suit. Guo Shouyun didn''t know this person, but judging from his temperament, he was obviously a high-ranking person with extraordinary status and great power.


    "Sir!"


    Guo Shouyun stretched out his right hand towards the opponent.


    "I have heard of Mr. Guo''s name for a long time, but I have never had the opportunity to meet. This time I also learned from a few friends in the United States that you are in the UK, so I took the initiative to invite you in the name of this charity party. I finally invited you! "


    "Mr. Sir, you are very polite. In fact, as long as you give me a call, I promise to take the initiative to visit!" Guo Shouyun said politely.


    "By the way, this gentleman is...?"


    "Look at me. Just talking to you, I almost forgot the most important thing. . . . I''m here to introduce you, this is Vernon Johnson, president of the Royal Bank of Scotland!"


    "Royal Bank of Scotland!?"


    After quickly thinking of several possibilities in his heart, Guo Shouyun held the right hand of the executive of the financial giant.


    "Mr. Guo, UU Reading is honored to meet you here!"


    "You''re welcome, Mr. Johnson!"


    "I think we''d better sit down and talk!"


    At the suggestion of Joseph Robert Cecil, the three sat down on the sitting sofa next to them.


    "I heard that Mr. Guo''s fiancee is British?" asked Joseph Robert Cecil.


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "In this case, I can meet Mr. Guo often in the future. You know, I personally admire Mr. Guo''s talent in investment, and I have always wanted to have the opportunity to ask for advice in person!"


    Vernon Johnson nodded in agreement, "The Bank of Scotland also highly praised Mr. Guo''s financial talents!"


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 Chapter 258： ING Group

    Chapter 258 ing group


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    "You two are polite, I''m still far behind the investment masters such as Peter Lynch, Charlie Munger and Buffett!" Guo Shouyun said humbly.


    After the two looked at each other, Vernon Johnson smiled and said: "Mr. Guo is too humble. Peter Lynch, Charlie Munger and Buffett are indeed masters in the field of investment, but compared to them, Mr. Guo is not bad. In just one year, you have made a huge profit of more than 5 billion US dollars through the Thunder Fund. Looking at the history of the past few hundred years, even considering the factor of inflation, few people can do it!"


    "$5 billion? Did the Thunder Fund make so much?" Guo Shouyun said with the same expression.


    "Why should Mr. Guo hide it? Although the Thunder Fund has not released its financial information so far, Pan Pacific Energy Group has invested US$4 billion in corporate mergers and acquisitions from the end of April to the present in just two months. Moreover, it is currently acquiring the Southern Company, the fifth largest public utility company in the United States. If this acquisition is negotiated, the direct investment after deducting bank loans will be no less than 4 billion US dollars. In this way, the spending on mergers and acquisitions alone , Pan Pacific Energy reached 8 billion US dollars, and the investment in operations has exceeded 10 billion US dollars.��


    "...after deducting the funds you raised against your abs bonds with your assets, you''re left with more than $5 billion. And, that''s the most conservative calculation. If you''re buying Pacific, Southern California, Apple, Marvel The investment in entertainment will be even larger." After a pause, "It seems that the company that can spend so much money now has only the mysterious Thunderbolt under your banner!"


    Looking at Vernon Johnson, who was shining brightly in his eyes, Guo Shouyun said indifferently, "I didn''t expect Royal Bank of Scotland to be so interested in me, who is far away in the United States."


    "We are interested in Mr Guo because we at RBS share a culture of change and entrepreneurship like Mr Guo."


    "I believe this. Not to mention last year that you swallowed the National Westminster Bank, which was three times bigger than yourself. In the United States alone, you acquired more than seven banks in the first half of 2001, involving assets of 18 billion US dollars! From this point of view, you guys are somewhat similar to me!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "It seems that Mr. Guo knows us very well. In this case, we should cooperate even more if we have the same genes!" Vernon Johnson said positively.


    "Cooperation? I''m very interested in hearing about your proposal?"


    "Royal Bank of Scotland hopes to cooperate with Mr. Guo''s Thunder Fund. We provide you with a platform. Thunder Fund can attract funds from high-end customers of Royal Bank of Scotland. If the Thunder Fund uses our platform to absorb customer funds, then the Thunder Fund will be profitable. We are obliged to pay 20% of the profit to us as a fee for using the platform!"


    After listening, Guo Shouyun''s eyes showed a hint of thought.


    Today, Royal Bank of Scotland, which annexed National Westminster Bank, is the largest commercial bank in the UK and the second largest in Europe, with 15 million customers under its umbrella. If Leiting Fund can be embedded in this platform, although it cannot be promoted in an all-round way like public funds, it is only those high-end customers with rich assets, which is enough to make the funds managed by Leiting Fund expand rapidly.


    If all goes well, he doesn''t have to always use his own money as the Thunder''s capital.


    In addition, this plan is more beneficial to the Thunder than the cooperation between Goldman Sachs and Morgan.


    "Our Thunder Fund does not exclude cooperation, especially with world financial giants such as Royal Bank of Scotland. However, 20% is too high, I think 2% is a suitable number!"


    "Mr. Guo, this is too exaggerated! Many public funds share more than that." Although Guo Shouyun''s willingness to cooperate was exciting, Vernon Johnson was quite angry at the cut in proportion.


    "Royal Bank of Scotland does not take investment risks, it only provides a platform that cannot be promoted in an all-round way, and it is impossible to obtain a high dividend ratio!" Guo Shouyun said without giving up.


    "Even so, we deserve 18%!"


    "impossible!"


    Seeing that the two of them refused to give in to each other like hawkers in the wet market, Viscount Selcy, who was the middleman, quickly interrupted: "Two, when it comes to the specific share ratio, let the more professional personnel from the Royal Bank of Scotland and Thunder Fund go. Let��s talk. As for us, shouldn��t we open a bottle of champagne to celebrate after a smooth and friendly agreement?��


    After the two looked at each other, Vernon Johnson smiled and said, "Mr. Guo, I feel like what the Jazz said, let the professionals discuss the specific share ratio, and we should celebrate the achievement of our cooperation!"


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "Actually, I also hate this bargaining process. However, I don''t drink wine. My fiancee is pregnant, and she hates the taste of wine, especially now."


    "Really? Then congratulations to Mr. Guo!" Sir Selcy said.


    "Can I have the honor to know when your child is born? Prepare a gift to congratulate you at that time!" Vernon Johnson said.


    Next to him, Sir Selcy nodded in agreement.


    "The doctor said the due date is around September 15, but the real time depends on when they plan to come out!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Vernon Johnson nodded. "The due date is accurate in most cases, but there are many exceptions."


    "That''s right!" Sir Selcy nodded. "Has the child been named?"


    "Elizabeth and George, if it''s a girl, call it the front, and if it''s a boy, call it the back!"


    Sir Selcy laughed: "If I can, I''d like to be their godfather to this little fellow when he''s born!"


    Hearing this, Vernon Johnson''s eyes lit up next to him. This is the best shortcut to get in touch with the potential business genius in front of you.


    "Of course I am looking forward to him being able to get your teachings. However, someone has already taken the lead in front of you!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Oh? Who?"


    "Mr. Karl Rove!"


    "Karl Rove? Bush brain?" Sir Selcy asked in surprise.


    "Yes!"


    Sir Selcy frowned slightly and nodded, "This guy is really capable of turning that alcoholic Bush into the President of the United States within ten years. He is the right person to be the child''s godfather! However, I want to come. You can''t have only one child, when the second one is born, please let me be his (her) godfather!"


    As one of the oldest aristocrats in the UK, Joseph Robert Selcy has a profound influence in the UK and even in Europe. He is willing to be the godfather of his children, and Guo Shouyun will naturally not refuse.


    "Of course I''d be honored if you wish!"


    "Haha, then we''re done!"


    Looking at the two people who were chatting happily, Vernon Johnson next to him showed a trace of envy in his eyes. But he did not mention the same request. After all, Guo Shouyun didn''t know the year of the monkey and the month of the horse when he gave birth to his third child. Now that he said it, it was just to provoke ridicule.


    While the three of them were chatting, Hills Francis Baring, who had returned to his residence, was furious in his heart, and was pitted by a junior in public. Is there anything more embarrassing than this?


    After a few laps in the study, he picked up his mobile phone and called Oliver Baring in the United States.


    "Uncle Hills?"


    "Well! How is your nose?"


    After being thrown to the ground by Guo Shouyun last time, Oliver Balin''s nose bone was broken.


    "It''s much better!"


    "That''s good. What are you going to do with Bruce Guo?"


    Mentioning the enemy''s name, the anger in Oliver Barin''s heart ''surge'' burned, and the nose that had been healed seemed to be tingling.


    "I will make him pay a heavy price!"


    Oliver Baring said word by word.


    "That''s for sure. Balin men have never been the kind of cowards who swallowed up after being beaten up!"


    "So you promised to support me?" said Oliver Baring.


    ��Oliver, you know, our family has run out of assets since the collapse of Barings. Aside from minority stakes in some companies and a few farms, the most valuable property is the $630 million Rio Tinto 5.1 % of equity. Not even all collateral to raise $1 billion��!��


    "Uncle Hills, you don''t need to use family assets!"


    Hills Francis Baring frowned slightly and said thoughtfully: "You mean to use the assets of Baring Asset Management?"


    "This is only part of it. Under Bahrain Asset Management, the funds that can really be used by us are only 3.7 billion pounds. Other funds are restricted by supervision and cannot invest in high-risk stock markets and futures. Therefore, we want to raise enough funds. To deal with Bruce Guo, we have to find a way from the ing group!"


    "Don''t give a shit, just tell me if you have any ideas."


    "Yes! Ronald Koeman, the manager of the largest hedge fund ''Tulip'' under the ing group, has retired. I think I can compete for this position!"


    "You were just promoted to the position of CEO of Bahrain Asset Management last year. If you are promoted upwards, I am afraid it will be difficult to convince the public. In addition, as the largest hedge fund invested in the futures market under the ing group, Tulip has managed 183% of the funds. Billions of dollars. It''s hard to reassure the board and management of your abilities!" Hills Francis Baring frowned.


    "Uncle Sears, in the ten years I have been in the financial industry, the average annual return on capital has reached 17.3%, which is an unattainable achievement for ordinary people. In addition, in the previous operation of Enron, although the late loss It took me a bit, but I still generated $780 million in revenue for the company and $144 million in pre-tax profits, all of which are my capital.��


    "...Moreover, our Bahrain family has a three-hundred-year friendship with the Hope family, and as the main shareholders of the ing group, I believe they will help in this regard. In addition, you yourself and the current chairman of the board of the ing group, Ryan Vander Vaart, are not only Oxford College classmates, or in-laws. If you speak, he will not refuse!"


    Hills Francis Baring thought for a moment, "If you get the management rights of the Tulip Fund, what are you going to do?"


    "Short Gold!"


    "Short gold? Oliver, you know that the current international economic downturn, coupled with the intensifying financial crisis in Argentina, has made gold a safe-haven asset. In this case, how much risk do you have to take to short gold?"


    ��Of course I do. But gold has cycles, and after it reaches a peak, it falls. The more the crisis, the stronger the volatility. So the bears are more profitable than the bulls, as long as we can judge the decline. It is enough to set the stop loss line in advance. In addition, it is not only our family who intend to short gold this time.��


    "Oh, who else?"


    "Citi, Credit Suisse First Boston and Fastow Investments!"


    "Citi is also involved?"


    Oliver Baring gloated: "Hey, Citi holds more Enron shares than I do. Also, the price is high, so they didn''t exit with me. As Enron''s stock price fell further, Citi lost a lot of money. . Even if they make a lot of money shorting Apple, they can''t make up all the losses. So naturally they have to find another way."


    ���� Credit Suisse First Boston is the same. Enron��s stock price was able to rise so high, and its credit was not small. Now, on Enron��s balance sheet, there is also a credit Suisse First Boston issued, worth 1.8 billion. The dollar loan hasn''t been repaid. So it has to cover the losses. And this big guy was pulled over by Citi."


    ����As for the Fastow Investment Fund, Andrew Fastow has sucked nearly $900 million from Enron over the years. This guy is a financial genius, but also a personality jerk. With him, though, we��re in In the process of playing against Bruce Guo, at least the hope of victory will be greater."


    After a moment of silence, Hills Francis Baring asked: "What about Goldman Sachs, Morgan and Bank of America? Did they give up?"


    "Compared to Citi, Goldman Sachs has already made enough cheap from Enron and Bruce Guo. Therefore, they are more inclined to the side with the bigger victory, rather than betting on the chip at the beginning!"


    "When are you going to do it?" Hills Francis Baring continued to ask after pondering for a moment.


    "It has already started, but it is only through short-term operations to accumulate funds. The specific time to start depends on when Bruce Guo will enter the market! Moreover, gold is now in an ascending channel. It''s not wise to go against the trend. While we hope to bring down Bruce Kuo and make him bankrupt, we won''t joke about our assets."


    "I can rest assured that you can think like this! I will try my best to fight for you as the manager of the Tulip Fund!"


    "Thank you Uncle Hills!"


    "We are all a family, so you don''t need to say more if you are polite." After a pause, "If you are doing well with gold during this period of time, I will mortgage the family''s shares in Rio Tinto to support you. !"


    "Don''t worry, I will definitely not let you down!" Oliver Balin said excitedly.


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    After attending Sir Selcy''s charity party, the day after he returned home, he called Qin Zhicheng and asked him to negotiate the details of the cooperation between the Thunder Fund and the Royal Bank of Scotland.


    As for himself he stayed in the UK for over a week, and when the comments about him in the US subsided, he said goodbye to Molly Bevin and returned here again.


    However, instead of going to New York, he secretly came to Houston.


    Of course, he wasn''t the only one who came back this time.


    "Bruce, I''m going home first, and I''ll see you tomorrow!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Have a good rest, there are more important things waiting for us tomorrow."


    "Don''t worry, I understand!"


    After watching Rebecca Mark''s back until the other party disappeared, Guo Shouyun turned around, "Let''s go too!"


    The bodyguard who followed behind nodded and followed Guo Shouyun into the car that had been prepared by the airport.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun, who came to Houston for the first time, did not return to the hotel, but came to a club in the suburbs. Here, someone is already waiting for him.


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    Chapter 259 Clippers


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    "boss!"


    Seeing this famous, but also very strange new boss walk in, Elgin Baylor hurriedly stood up.


    After briefly looking at the NBA legend in front of him, the current Los Angeles Clippers manager, Guo Shouyun waved his hand and motioned for the opponent to sit down.


    "Why didn''t you order something to drink?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile after glancing at the empty table.


    "Just arrived, it''s not too late!"


    After nodding clearly, he recruited the waiter and motioned him to pass the list to Elgin Baylor. The latter did not answer, but said quickly: "I want a cup of Blue Mountain coffee, half sugar!"


    "Give me a glass of lemonade!"


    "Okay, gentlemen. Besides drinks, do you want to order anything?"


    "I''ll order the dishes later!"


    "Please wait!"


    After nodding, the waiter turned and left.


    "How did I do the things I explained?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "According to your instructions, this year we selected Pau Gasol from Spain with the second pick, and Memet Okur from Turkey with the second round pick."


    Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction. Although back then he preferred to watch football rather than basketball. But after Yao Ming joined the NBA, there were too many people watching basketball. His college roommates, colleagues after work, and news reports revolve around Yao Ming almost every day, and even he, who doesn''t pay much attention to basketball, knows about some of the NBA''s top stars and the Rockets'' lineup. very. Just like people who don''t pay attention to basketball know that there is Kobe and James in the NBA; people who don''t pay attention to football also know Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi, not to mention him who often watches sports channels!


    However, the NBA in 2001 was not a big year for the draft. Among the famous names in the back, he only saw three familiar names: Paul Gasol, Tony Parker and Memet Okur; The two are because they are too famous. Knowing the latter is because the opponent is a center and often confronts Yao Ming. The news and the commentator mentioned a lot, and he naturally remembered it.


    Of course, he also knows the parallel champion Kwame Brown, but he will definitely not choose it.


    "Well done. What about the other thing?"


    "The Rockets agreed to trade Cassano Mobley and next year''s first-round pick for Lamar Odom and Darius Myers. But...!"


    "But what?"


    "Coach Alvin is against this deal. After all, Lamar Odom is our main center, and Darius Myers is a very talented forward!" Elgin Baylor said. In fact, he didn''t agree with the deal either, but he''s smarter than Clippers head coach Alvin Gentry in knowing that when the owner''s will conflicts with his own, he chooses to compromise.


    Guo Shouyun frowned. While he prefers a united leadership, he can''t watch his assets miss out on opportunities to grow. Lamar Odom also knows that the cornerstone of the Lakers'' rise in the later period is the first-class strength among the centers, which is especially precious in this era when good centers are scarce. But even so, ten Odoms combined can''t compare to one Yao Ming, especially in terms of commercial value.


    In addition, in terms of strength and commercial value, he also doesn''t like a guy who smokes marijuana, fights, and drinks alcohol.


    And, the most important point is, if they don''t come up with a bargaining chip that the Rockets can''t refuse now, how can they let them give up their first-round pick next year? You must know that it represents a ''Number One Scholar'' sign!


    As for Darius Miles, who is that? Guo Shouyun had never heard of it. If he has not heard of it, he is definitely not a first-class star! Not to mention superstars!


    "In the center position, Memet Okur is very good, and Gasol can also be competent. With the two of them here, our inside line is safe enough!"


    "Boss, they are all rookies in the NBA. Although they are the best in their respective leagues, in the NBA, competing with the best players in the world, they may not perform as well as before!" Elgin Baylor said bitterly.


    "How do you know if you don''t fight? In short, I''m optimistic about their strength!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand and interrupted Elgin Baylor''s next words, "This matter is settled!"


    Hearing this, Alkin Baylor sighed in his heart, he had long expected this situation.


    "As for Darius Myers? The Clippers have accumulated too many people at small forward, not to mention Eric Piakowski, Quentin Richardson, Tyron Nesby, and a Corey Maggette who can play small forward, three or four players of similar quality competing for a spot is too wasteful and too reasonable."


    "Boss, they are all swingers, both shooting guards and small forwards are competent!" Elgin Baylor said quickly.


    "I know, but it''s still too much, especially if I didn''t count the guys guarding the water dispenser just now!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun made up his mind, Elgin Baylor didn''t say anything more.


    "Also, do we have a ''98 No. 1 pick center named Michael Olowokandi on our team?"


    "Yes! Although Michael''s performance is not satisfactory, he has made great progress recently, especially last season, in 82 games, he scored 8.6 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.2 assists in an average of 25 minutes of playing time. A powerful addition!" Elgin Baylor finally emphasized that Guo Shouyun would sell Michael Olowokandi again.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, of course he would not stay with this player he had never heard of. The Clippers'' center positions for the next ten years will be Yao Ming and Okur. If something changes, Gasol can also play.


    "With this Michael Olowokandi, and Jeff McGinnis, go ask the Suns if their Jason Kidd is willing to sell! If that doesn''t work, add Eric Piakowski."


    Elgin Baylor looked shocked, and after a while, he couldn''t help but say, "Boss, Jeff is our main guard, and Eric is our main small forward!"


    "Of course I do. But Jason Kidd is far more talented at point guard than Jeff McGinnis!"


    Jeff McGinnis, a name Guo Shouyun has never heard of.


    In addition, he also took into account that, with his previous knowledge, the Clippers definitely do not lack excellent offensive players. But how to connect these powerful basketball players, how to distribute the ball, and how to twist them together requires not only an excellent coach, but also an excellent point guard.


    In the alliance, there are not many who can meet Guo Shouyun''s requirements at present. Steve Nash counts one, Gary Payton counts one, John Stockton counts one, and Chauncey Billups counts half.


    Gary Payton and John Stockton are too old, their experience and brains are unmatched, but the stamina can support half a game at best. Steve Nash, good is enough, but Guo Shouyun worries that he may not be able to adapt to the style of the Clippers in the future.


    With Yao Ming and Gasol, the two big men, there is no doubt that the Clippers will focus on the twin-tower tactics in the future. The twin-tower tactic has the disadvantage of slow rhythm while ensuring the inside advantage and strong positional warfare. This is undoubtedly two extremes from the fast-paced "small ball tactics" of the Suns led by Nash at his peak.


    This is also the main reason why Guo Shouyun dare not choose Nash. In addition, Steve Nash''s defensive strength is also a little worse than Kidd. It is said that the offense wins the regular season and the defense wins the championship. Therefore, Guo Shouyun is more willing to choose a point guard with strong defense, weak offensive desire and strong organizational ability in the future for the Clippers, who are facing the problem of ball rights distribution. In this regard, Kidd is undoubtedly more suitable than Nash.


    Of course, just in case, he didn''t forget to let Elgin Baylor buy Chauncey Billups. Although Billups is worse than Kidd in organizing the team and controlling the rhythm, his calm and intelligent mind and his big heart at critical times also give him the strength to surpass first-class point guards.


    If Kidd and Puss are bought together, let them partner with double guns in the backcourt. As for ''Old Cat'' Mobley, this guy is a panacea type and can push him to the front line, with him and Quentin Richardson, plus the bench, is not weak at point guard, shooting guard and small forward. As for the center and power forward, if all goes well, it must be Yao Ming and Pau Gasol, and then Memet Okur will be the backup for the two.


    According to Guo Shouyun''s plan, the 48 minutes played by three people in a game are equally divided. Ensure that Yao Ming, who is not physically fit, has enough time to rest. After all, his commercial value is more worthy of Guo Shouyun''s fancy than economic value.


    "Boss, if the three transactions are completed, the Clippers will be rebuilt!" Elgin Baylor said with a wry smile.


    All the main players are sold out, doesn''t it mean to tear down and rebuild!


    "A Clippers team with 61 points and 23 rebounds by O''Neal and only 31 wins in the whole year has been rotten to the extreme, and it''s time to rebuild!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Except for Lamar Odom, the entire Clippers team does not have a player he likes. There is no reason for such a team not to rebuild. Moreover, even if the property value of the Clippers is not high, it cannot be allowed to depreciate.


    "I''m afraid it''s hard to convince coach Alvin. After all, this team has cost him a lot of effort!"


    "You are responsible for this. If Coach Alvin doesn''t agree, then ask him to find another job!"


    Alvin Gentry is not a Zen master, let alone Larry Brown and Pat Riley, and he has no ability to make Guo Shouyun step back. And even if the above three people are there, he will not change his original intention.


    "...Also, I have no interest in continuing to be a foil for the Lakers in LA. So the Clippers are leaving LA."


    "Leaving Los Angeles?"


    Elgin Baylor was shocked.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "As the third largest city in California, San Jose is not as populated as Los Angeles, but it is enough as the home of the team!"


    San Jose, the core of Silicon Valley, is less than 10 kilometers away from the Guo Family Manor and Hanshan Courtyard where he lives. Sure, San Francisco isn''t bad, but Oakland, across the sea from San Francisco, already has a Golden State Warriors team.


    Although he doesn''t mind competing in the Northern California basketball market with the Warriors with a decades-long fan base, it''s not wise to choose the harder option when there are obviously better and easier options. In contrast, San Jose, California''s third-largest city with a population of nearly one million, is closer to where you live than San Francisco.


    Saying that, Guo Shouyun took out a document from the briefcase beside him and handed it over.


    "This is the information of the San Jose Stadium, and now I have bought it. I am currently asking the construction company to prepare the blueprint. In the next two years, I will build a new one that is comparable to Staples on the basis of this old arena. The new arena serves as the home of the Clippers."


    The 15.3-acre site in downtown San Jose cost Guo Shouyun $93 million. Take the installment payment, the pressure is not too big. As for the later construction funds, I believe that 9.11 will be over by the time the drawings are designed. At that time, the funds in his hands will be rich again. It is not difficult to invest 300 to 400 million in this stadium Looking at Elgin Baylor, whose expression was full of shock, Guo Shouyun fired another heavy cannon.


    "In addition, I think it is necessary to change the name of the Clippers. ... Let''s call it the Thunder in the future. San Jose Thunder! Of course, there is no need to change it now, and it can''t be changed after the new arena is built and the team moves there. Late!" Guo Shouyun said.


    His most important company is the Thunder Fund, so it is only natural to change the Clippers to the Thunder. As for seizing the name of the Oklahoma City Thunder, Guo Shouyun didn''t take it to heart at all. That''s the future after all, and the Sonics are having a good time in Seattle right now.


    Looking at the information in his hand and the new boss in front of him, an indescribable excitement slowly surged from Elgin Baylor''s heart. He realized that the Clippers, who he had been with for nearly two decades, had ushered in a new owner with ten thousand ambitions. The most important thing was that he was rich and did not hesitate to invest.


    "Maybe I will witness the greatest moment in Clippers history!"


    Later, the two ordered lunch, talked about their vision for the future Clippers, chatted about NBA anecdotes, and ended the meeting.


    For the arrangement of the Clippers, in Guo Shouyun''s view, it is not a very important matter, so he will deal with it when he is busy. What really bothered him was the next meeting with Geoffrey Gilling and dealing with Enron''s threat.


    Without Enron''s energy manipulation, Pan Pacific Energy''s operations could quickly balance expenses and even become profitable. In this way, he not only strengthened his own strength, but also gave him more sufficient financial resources and energy to deal with the attacks of financial conglomerates such as Morgan and Citi, and also went to one of the main pillars within the group, weakening the strength of the enemy in disguise.


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    Chapter 260 A meeting full of gunpowder


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    "Sir, are you going home?"


    The driver''s words distracted Geoffrey Gilling.


    "No, go to Sears Golf Course!"


    The driver nodded, started the car, and steered Geoffrey Gilling into the busy Houston traffic.


    Sears Golf Course is one of the most famous high-end leisure and entertainment venues in Houston. Because it belongs to a membership system, coupled with a quiet environment and thoughtful service, it is one of the main venues for Houston''s famous gentlemen to meet.


    After telling the driver to park the car, Geoffrey Gilling found the private box with the detailed address Rebecca Mark sent to his phone.


    However, after walking to the box and seeing the bodyguard in black standing outside like a doorman, Geoffrey Jilin''s expression changed.


    Just when he hesitated for a while, the bodyguard who saw his figure still said respectfully: "Mr. Jilin, Ms. Mark is already waiting for you inside, please come in!"


    "Are you bodyguards hired by Rebecca Mark?" Geoffrey Gilling asked in surprise.


    The other party smiled and didn''t answer, but turned around and pushed open the door.


    Looking at them, and then at the open door, thinking that this is a public place, Rebecca Mark wouldn''t do anything to herself. So, after taking another deep breath, Geoffrey Gilling strode inside.


    After entering the door, his first reaction was to look at the internal environment. Of course, the extravagant decoration did not attract his attention in the slightest. Geoffrey Gilling cared most about the people sitting in it.


    After seeing the familiar back in the dark blue lady''s suit, Jeffrey Gilling felt relieved, and subconsciously wanted to speak. But when he saw the man who heard footsteps or the door opening, and turned his face on the other side, all the words he was about to say were stuck in his throat, and the steps he was about to take also stopped subconsciously. . Of course, the complexion also changed greatly!


    "It''s you?!"


    Guo Shouyun put down the coffee in his hand and stood up.


    "Mr. Jilin, it''s been a long time!"


    Looking at him with a smile, and then at Rebecca Mark with a calm expression next to him, Jeffrey Gilling''s heart sank instantly.


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, and the bodyguard standing outside the door understood and slammed the door shut.


    Jeffrey Gilling''s heart skipped a beat, secretly regretting why he didn''t bring a few of his own bodyguards.


    "Mr. Jilin, please take a seat!"


    At this point, Jeffrey Gilling had no other choice, took a deep breath and strode over.


    "I didn''t expect to meet Mr. Guo here. It''s really surprising! ... Rebecca, when did you meet Mr. Guo?"


    "I haven''t known Ms. Mark for a long time!" After taking Geoffrey Gilling''s words, "Besides, I asked Ms. Mark to send you this invitation today. In order to have the opportunity to talk to Mr. Jilin Let''s meet and chat by the way."


    "Chat? I''m afraid it''s more than just chatting, right?" Geoffrey Jilin said coldly.


    "Besides chatting, by the way, resolve the misunderstanding between me and Mr. Jilin!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "I have no misunderstanding with Mr. Guo before. Besides, since this invitation was not Rebecca''s original intention, then I will leave!" After the words were finished, Jeffrey Jilin turned around and wanted to go out.


    "Don''t Mr. Jilin plan to save An Ran?"


    "What''s the meaning?"


    Geoffrey Gilling''s body was shocked, and his footsteps stopped involuntarily.


    "The meaning is very deep. It takes time to explain to Mr. Jilin slowly, so we''d better sit down and talk!" Guo Shouyun pointed to the sofa opposite with a smile.


    After taking a deep look at him and quickly swept across Rebecca Mark next to him, Jeffrey Gilling frowned and thought for a moment, then sat down on the sofa next to him.


    "I still have to go home, so if Mr. Guo has anything to do with it, please hurry up and tell me. Besides, An Ran is very healthy now, and he doesn''t need any help at all!"


    "Really? If so, why did its share price fall to the current level of 40 yuan?"


    "Mr. Guo should know this best!" Jeffrey Jilin said with a cold expression.


    Guo Shouyun spread his hands, "If it wasn''t for Enron''s own problems, it would be difficult for me to suppress Enron''s stock price even if I went short."


    After a pause, he continued: "Okay, Mr. Jilin, let''s put aside the grudges on both sides and talk about some substantive issues!"


    "Okay, I''m all ears!"


    After Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, he took out a sealed document bag from his briefcase and handed it over.


    "what?"


    "Mr. Jilin, just look at it and know it!"


    Hearing this, after glancing at him, Geoffrey Jilin took the document bag, undid the thread on it, and took out the thick documents inside. After looking at Ningmei a few times, the originally cold and solemn face gradually became ugly.


    "boom!"


    With a loud bang, the document was slammed onto the table by Jeffrey Gilling.


    "These are all slanders against An Ran!" After he finished speaking with a livid face, his vicious eyes turned from Guo Shouyun to Rebecca Mark, who was on the side.


    "Rebecca, you are also a member of Enron, and you have a share in the company. Now, what''s the benefit of planting the blame on the company?!"


    Rebecca Mark is also a seasoned business elite. Facing the furious Jeffrey Gilling, her face is still calm.


    "My Enron stock sold off last month. Also, these documents were not provided by me!"


    "Who are you? Only the top management in the company has access to this!" Under the preconceived notions, Geoffrey Gilling obviously did not believe her words.


    "Mr. Jilin, don''t be impatient, these materials are indeed not given to me by Ms. Mark!"


    "impossible!"


    "Nothing is impossible! After all, people live for money and birds for food, and the Enron energy crisis is so big, there must be many people who manipulate it. As long as I am willing to spend money, I will always get evidence. Moreover, now Enron is like a broken ship that is about to sink to the bottom. Countless smart people want to make another profit before it sinks completely." After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked at the gloomy Geoffrey Jilin and smiled indifferently, "Including Didn''t all the senior executives of Enron, including you, do this?"


    "I don''t know what nonsense you''re talking about. And, I repeat, Enron''s operations are very healthy!"


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "Why is it so difficult for people to face reality!"


    When the words fell, he gave a wink to Rebecca Mark next to him. The latter understood, and put a lockbox next to him on the table to open it. There were some CDs and documents in different categories.


    "These documents are part of the proof that Enron''s CFO, Mr. Andrew Fastow, used his ingenious financial tricks to make false accounts for Enron, demonstrating more than $30 billion in financial loopholes, and of course the contents of these CDs are the same!" Immediately, Rebecca Mark met Jeffrey Jilin''s angry eyes and said, "These are the things I have provided for Mr. Guo, and you should also understand that it is not difficult to get them with my contacts in Enron! "


    "Why are you doing this?"


    "You should know why!"


    After staring at Rebecca Mark for a while, Jeffrey Gilling suddenly took a deep breath. After calming down his anger, he was calm and his complexion was much better.


    "Even if everything in your hands is real, do you really think you can hit An Ran?"


    Looking at the look he put on his body, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Of course. But I also know that with the US judicial process and Enron''s contacts, this process will take two or three years, or even longer. Wait until that At that time, the cucumber dishes were cold."


    After a pause, "Fortunately, I didn''t have to wait so long. Or, I didn''t intend to sue An Ran through these materials!"


    "What''s the meaning?"


    Jeffrey Gilling''s frown tightened.


    "It''s actually very simple. The real threat Enron poses to me is the California energy crisis that you set off through your control of the US energy market. If there was no energy crisis, would Enron collapse? When will it collapse? Do you think these materials alone can quell California''s energy crisis?"


    "Of course! The California energy crisis that has lasted for more than a year has brought the anger of more than 40 million people in California to its peak, and now it only takes a little spark to ignite this powder keg. And this well-documented evidence is the most important thing to ignite it. Good stuff. As long as I spread it out on LinkedIn News, countless news outlets will repost it. At that time, the FERC will take measures under pressure for the purpose of calming the situation, even if it thinks about it for you. , capping wholesale electricity prices throughout the West. By then, California��s energy crisis will naturally subside.��


    "All of this is your subjective guess!" Jeffrey Jilin said coldly.


    "Why does Mr. Jilin deceive himself. In addition, the U.S. economy and even the world''s economy are in a downturn. Under this state, the high energy prices in California is not normal. Moreover, the high energy prices are on the back of large and small companies in the United States. The heavy operational burden has seriously hindered their development. Previously, it was limited to the undecided presidential election and the California energy crisis was allowed to spread. Now, with President Bush taking office, he has expressed his views on the California energy crisis more than once! "


    Jeffrey Jilin was silent, although he was very reluctant to admit it, but he also understood that almost 100% of the other party''s words would come true.


    Bush, who dreams of being re-elected president in four years, is aggressively pursuing tax cuts to stimulate business growth. California''s energy crisis has been brought up by him more than once. Enron''s allies within the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission also approached him to discuss this topic more than once, because they were facing increasing pressure from the president, and they could hardly hold it.


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    Chapter 261 The failed meeting


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    Seeing Geoffrey Jilin''s changing expressions, Guo Shouyun and Rebecca Mark looked at each other, the former smiled and said, "Mr. Jilin, our previous unhappiness was just due to some unnecessary misunderstandings. Now I feel very It is necessary to solve it. Moreover, I think that the war between us can be turned into jade and silk, which will help Enron get out of the current predicament! "


    Looking at the mysterious and confident guy with a smile in front of him, Jeffrey Gilling''s frown did not relax. To be honest, he hated the situation he was in now. Because he didn''t expect Guo Shouyun to appear here, so without the slightest plan, all the conversations were taken advantage of by the other party, and he was always led by the other party''s topic, which was terrible. .


    "I hate beating around the bush, if you have anything to say, just say it!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Actually, although my understanding of Enron is not as thorough as Mr. Jilin''s, after such a long period of adjustment and Ms. Mark''s additions, I have reached almost 90%. So, what is the current situation of Enron? I know that too."


    After a pause, he glanced at Jeffrey Gilling, who had a silent expression, and then continued: "According to our statistics, the total liabilities on and off Enron''s balance sheet now reach $32.7 billion, while Enron''s total assets are only $70 billion. About US dollars, and 60% of these 70 billion assets do not generate positive profits. That is to say, 95% of Enron''s $350 million net profit in the second quarter comes from Enron energy trading, derivatives and securities products. �� In other words, if the assets of the debt are stripped off, Enron will still be a healthy company similar to Dalizhi through energy trading and derivatives trading alone."


    Guo Shouyun''s final words made Jeffrey Jilin''s eyes jump violently.


    "You want to buy Enron?"


    The slow and solemn words revealed the complex mood of the speaker.


    Looking at Jeffrey Jilin who was staring at him, Guo Shouyun slowly shook his head with a smile on his face.


    "I just want to acquire Enron''s five other subsidiaries excluding Enron Investment Company and Enron Capital and Trading Company!"


    "impossible!"


    Facing Guo Shouyun, who opened his mouth wide open, Jeffrey Jilin''s expression changed greatly, and he stood up and refused.


    "Jeffrey, are you going to drag An Ran along with you and your stupid team to bury?" Rebecca Mark also stood up angrily.


    "You''re just a **** who sells your body, so what right do you have to accuse me!" Jeffrey Jilin said angrily.


    "Snapped��!"


    A loud slap in the face blinded Geoffrey Gilling.


    After shaking his hand gently, Guo Shouyun looked at Geoffrey Jilin, who was looking at him in disbelief, with a flat expression.


    "I can''t help myself, and I''m useless with women. Geoffrey Gillin, if you really have the ability, Enron won''t be reduced to the current level."


    Covering his face, he looked at Guo Shouyun angrily, and then looked at Rebecca Mark, who was pale but angry next to him, Jeffrey Jilin said word by word, "Even if Enron goes bankrupt, I will never do it. Sell ??it to you!"


    When the words fell, he turned around and wanted to leave.


    "Wait a moment!"


    Guo Shouyun said suddenly.


    "What else do you want?"


    Geoffrey Jilin turned around, and although Guo Shouyun slapped him, he never thought of going back. Because since the other party beat Oliver Balin, the news about Guo Shouyun''s years of practice in freestyle fighting in the newspapers has long been no secret. There is a saying: A hero does not suffer immediate losses. Jeffrey Gilling, despite his anger, did not lose his mind. What''s more, in addition to his own fighting ability, the other party also had two bodyguards standing outside the door. No matter how you looked at it, he was the one who suffered the loss.


    "You should apologize to Ms. Mark!" Guo Shouyun said decisively.


    Looking at his determined expression, Jeffrey Gilling suddenly felt a sense of humiliation, but the situation was stronger than people, so after taking a deep breath of anger in his heart, he glanced at Rebecca Mark.


    "Feel sorry!"


    As if the words that took a lot of effort to utter just fell, Jeffrey Gilling turned around abruptly, as if being chased by something behind, and quickly opened the door and left.


    "Boss, I''m very sorry. Because of my relationship, I''m afraid the acquisition of part of Enron''s business is going to fail!" Rebecca Mark''s strong character made her unable to express her gratitude. But the reddish eyes and the gratitude in the words already explained everything.


    Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly, "Even if it has been fully demonstrated, the acquisition of Enron is still a risky decision. Therefore, whether it is success or failure, in my heart I don''t favor either side. It''s you, that Enron''s predicament. The solution took you nearly three years of time and effort. Now the acquisition fails, which is the real loss!"


    A look of sadness appeared on Rebecca Mark''s face. As Guo Shouyun said, the solution to the Enron dilemma contained her three years of hard work and the pursuit of her ideal in life. The current failure is a blow to her.


    "Okay, don''t think too much about it. Enron has accumulated a lot now, and when it really breaks out, Jeffrey Jilin, the CEO of Enron, will naturally take responsibility, and even be sanctioned by the constitution. At that time, we will acquire Enron, I believe it will be easier than it is now." Guo Shouyun said.


    "So you are planning to buy Enron?" Rebecca Mark''s eyes lit up.


    "I never pass up every opportunity!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, and his expression revealed self-confidence.


    At this point, today''s work is over. Although the final result was not satisfactory, or failed. But for Guo Shouyun, he is not without income. At the very least, he had the loyalty of Rebecca Mark, the shrewd businesswoman.


    "I hope my slap can be exchanged for a ''Mulan''!"


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    After separating from Rebecca Mark, Guo Shouyun flew from Houston to Atlanta. Negotiations between Pan Pacific and the Southern Company have come to an end, and it is time to sign the contract, so it is time for him, the chairman of the company''s board of directors, to show up.


    "Boss, this is the newspaper this morning!"


    He took a few newspapers that Wendy handed over to him, and the front page of the Los Angeles Times at the top was impressively related to him.


    "Big deal! Los Angeles Clippers start rebuilding under new owner!"


    The content of the article revolves around the three trades he handed to Elgin Baylor, with a few comments, but it''s generally objective.


    But when he opened the second "Wall Street Journal", his face instantly turned gloomy.


    For a long time, the Wall Street Journal never reported any good news about him, whether it was the Enron incident or the expansion of the Pan Pacific Energy Group.


    "Bruce found his new toy!"


    The content of the article is also extremely ironic, "While Pan Pacific Energy Group is still not out of the quagmire of losses, our Mr. Bruce Guo found his new toy again: a team from Los Angeles that has never won a championship. The Clippers. Of course, that''s not surprising. Everyone knows that Bruce Guo was a point guard for the Stanford Crimson in college, so he''s good enough to own an NBA team. Regardless of the dilemma of loss in the company, as a company leader, he doesn''t want to solve the dilemma, but is caught in the right way to play (a fool knows this is wrong). Just looking at his management of the Clippers, it really makes people feel I feel really stupid."


    "Looking at the first trade first, the Clippers traded lead centers Lamar Odom and Darius Myers for Houston Rockets shooting guard Cardino Mobley and next year''s first-round pick. It is said that it took Rockets owner Leslie Alexander only 5 minutes to agree to the deal. Of course, everyone who knows the NBA will make the same choice as him. After all, Lamar Odom This talented center with the title of ''Left-Handed Magician''."


    "In the past 2000~01 season He played in 76 games for the Clippers, averaging 17.2 points, 7.8 rebounds and 5.2 assists per game. On December 23, 2000, in the Clippers'' game against the Grizzlies , Odom''s defensive end contributed 9 blocks, which also refreshed the record of Odom''s career single-game blocks. In addition, he also got three triple-doubles in last year''s game. Such an all-round performance , as well as excellent talent, all prove that this is another top insider that is the most scarce in the league today. Now, Bruce Guo gave this top center comparable to Olajuwon and Divac to the Rockets. Congratulations to the Rockets, The stupidity of the Clippers allowed them to finally find the most suitable successor after Olajuwon left."


    "Also, Darius Myers is not as talented as Lamar Odom at the center position, but he is also a good player with 10 points per game, and he still has a lot of room for growth at a young age. "


    "As for Mobley and next year''s draft pick after selling Odom. To be honest, Cardino Mobley''s ability as a shooting guard is excellent within the league, but he is still a long way from the top. And , heart problems doom him not to have too high achievements. Therefore, he is an important puzzle piece for an NBA team, but he will definitely not become the inside pillar of the team like Odom! As for next year''s draft picks, in After LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, and Chris Bosh announced they would not participate in next year''s draft, neither Jay Williams nor Mike Dunleavy were the kind of superstars that were expected. The NBA draft is destined to not have too many surprises!"


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 Chapter 262： M&A Southern Company

    Chapter 262 Merger and Acquisition of Southern Company


    Check out the second trade for Michael Olowo, Candy, Jeff McGinnis and Corey Maggette for Jason Kidd of the Suns! Although there is no news that the Suns and Clippers have reached an agreement, this trade is a typical stupid idea!


    Michael Olowokandi, as the No. 1 overall pick in 1998, although his performance has always been criticized, but from the oo years of 1998 and 1999, as well as his growth trajectory in the four years of o1 years, it is clearly marked. an upward curve. At present, after four seasons of tempering, Michael Olowokandi has gradually become the No. 1 pick, with an average of 12.3 points, 9.1 rebounds and 2.2 blocks per game, which has improved a lot compared with previous years. I believe that if Lamar Odom, who is more capable, does not occupy more playing time, he will definitely get better results.


    Jeff McGinnis, the leading point guard of the Clippers, an excellent guard who can average 1o+4 per game; Corey Maggette, the most anticipated front-back swingman of the Clippers, averaging 1o+4 per game A top scorer of 18+5+4, just 21 years old, he still has enough room for growth, and his strong body, as well as rich and varied scoring methods, let everyone who knows understand that Corey Maggette is this. A forward and guard genius who has the hope of chasing Jordan''s back in the future!


    Jason Kidd, without a doubt one of the best point guards in the league. However, already twenty-eight and a half years old, and facing a knee injury, he has passed the peak of his career. Although a cool head and a wealth of experience, he is guaranteed to remain an excellent point guard. But a ''lame'' Kidd is at best the equivalent of Jeff McGinnis and Michael Olowokandi. Add in a much-anticipated Corey Maggette, and the Suns make a fortune!


    Regarding the third deal, I just want to ask who is Chauncey Billups? Someone answered me: oh, he''s the ''parallel pick'' of the Timberwolves, an essential water cooler guard, and a single-digit **** per game! Haha, this is the dumbest deal in the league this year, bar none!


    In addition, as the new owner of the Clippers, Bruce Guo bought the San Jose Stadium and intends to invest heavily to transform it into a new home for the Clippers comparable to Staples Arena. Hopefully he''ll get his investment back, though the odds of that appear to be slim in his string of deals.


    Boss, the media is used to exaggerating the facts, you don''t have to care! Wendy advised on the side.


    Of course I don''t care about the media. But I want to know more about who revealed these things!


    It has been less than two days since Guo Shouyun returned from Houston, and it has not been three days since he met with Elgin Baylor. And he once told the other party not to disclose it to the media until the dust settled. Now it''s all clearly against his will.


    Guo Shouyun''s call was quickly connected.


    Elgin, should you give me an explanation?


    Listening to the anger faintly revealed on the phone, Elgin Baylor was also sweating on his forehead. Of course he knew why Big Byiss was so angry.


    Boss, I''m very sorry, it''s my work that didn''t do a good job!


    Of course you didn''t do your job well. But I want to know more about who broke the news to the media! Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    It''s Coach Alvin! Although he has a good relationship with Alvin Gentry, since things can no longer be covered up, Elgin Baylor can only tell the truth.


    He has always been against your decision, but I didn''t expect him to reveal it to the media!


    Guo Shouyun frowned. After thinking for a while, he said coldly: How many years are there in the team''s contract with him?


    One more year left! Elgin Baylor sensed a trace of ominousness in the big boss''s tone.


    Buy out his coaching contract and let him find a next home!


    Elgin Baylor, who was trembling in his heart, said quickly: Boss, are you thinking about it? Coach Alvin has taught the Clippers for two years, and his ability is very good!


    Elgin, a coach who can''t even make the playoffs, I don''t believe how good his coaching ability is. Also, a coach who is disgruntled with the players I''ve picked can''t use the players I''ve picked. So, this is settled.


    Facing Guo Shouyun with a firm tone, Elgin Baylor sighed in his heart, he had done his best.


    Boss, without Alvin Gentry, who is the team''s head coach next season?


    Which team does Larry Brown coach now? After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun asked.


    Philadelphia 76ers, in this year''s tiebreaker, they lost to the more powerful Lakers! After a pause, the owner wants to hire Larry Brown to coach the Clippers?


    Guo Shouyun responded.


    There are only a few excellent basketball coaches in the NBA, and the most suitable one for the Clippers at present is Larry Brown. After all, the other side is known for pinching teams and making ordinary teams shine. Especially bringing the Pistons, a civilian team, to the championship position is even more impressive.


    Of course, that doesn''t mean the opposing team can''t coach teams with superstars. The current 76ers speak for themselves. Of course someone will mention the "answer" inconsistency with Larry Brown. But the Clippers currently organized by Guo Shouyun do not have a thorn like Allen Iverson.


    Boss, now that the 76ers are strong and the team is relatively intact, Larry Brown will not necessarily give up this familiar and powerful team to coach the Clippers!


    How do you know if you don''t try.


    Guo Shouyun knew he had a good chance of success because Larry Brown was leaving the 76ers soon. Otherwise, how can he take the Pistons to the top?


    I understand!


    carry on. Remember to call me if you need anything!


    Yes!


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun looked at the time and stood up.


    Let''s go!


    Wendy nodded and handed over the briefcase. After Guo Shouyun took it, the two walked out of the room together with their bodyguards.


    After driving out of the hotel in the car that had been prepared for a long time, I joined the busy traffic flow in Atlanta. As the ninth largest metropolitan area in the United States, the state capital of Georgia and the largest industrial city, Atlanta''s prosperity is unquestionable. In addition, as one of the cities with the most millionaires in the United States, the climate here ranks among the top cities in the United States.


    Looking at the surrounding scenery through the car window, I unknowingly arrived at the headquarters of the Southern Company in the city center.


    When the car was stable and he pushed open the door and walked out, the people waiting in front of the door also responded immediately.


    boss!


    After nodding to Jonathan Weir and the other Pan Pacific Group negotiators, Guo Shouyun smiled and stretched out his right hand to the middle-aged bald man in a black suit.


    Mr. Coster, it''s a great pleasure to meet you!


    Mr. Guo, it is also a great honor to meet you! Southern Company ceyi Tim Coster smiled.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he turned his attention to the financial advisors next to him, the representatives of Goldman Sachs, Morgan, and Citi who participated in the negotiation and were responsible for providing financial solutions.


    Stephen, John, Jolia, and Mr. Turner, we meet again!


    Every meeting with Mr. Guo is a pleasure! Paul Turner on behalf of Citibank first.


    certainly. However, I think it is more important to congratulate Pan Pacific Group and Southern Company for their cooperation! Stephen Bryan laughed.


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, congratulations, let''s keep it there for the time being, and it will not be too late to accept it after I have signed a formal cooperation agreement with Mr. Coster!


    Mr. Guo always puts his work first! Representative John Schwartzmandau.


    forget it. Half of the newspapers in America today are calling me ''playing with stuff''!


    Everyone has their own preferences. Although Guo''s management of the Clippers is not very outstanding in the eyes of those professionals. But in our opinion it is appropriate. It''s just a hobby, of course, it''s your own will. As for the results, it''s just a by-product of our entertainment! Jolia Moyin, representing Bank of America, laughed.


    Hehe, Mr. Mo Yin still understands me! Okay, we''ve talked about everything we need to talk about, let''s go up, don''t make Mr. Coster wait too long!


    Everyone naturally had no objection to Guo Shouyun''s words. After talking and laughing, everyone went upstairs to the conference room that had been prepared for a long time, and then divided into three parties and sat down. Pan Pacific Group Southern Company and Banking Group each have one side.


    Of course, the specific acquisition conditions have been negotiated in advance. Now, Guo Shouyun''s signature is needed for the agreement to take effect.


    Mr. Guo, this is a formal acquisition contract. If you have no doubts, you can officially sign it.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, he had read the contract documents many times. However, in order to be cautious, after taking the contract text, he still re-examined several main clauses word by word, and only signed his name after seeing that there was no problem!


    As the two parties exchanged contract texts, applause broke out in the entire conference room.


    So far, Pan Pacific Energy Group''s acquisition of the Southern Company is a settled! However, Guo Shouyun paid a high price, $4.5 billion in cash and $400 million in bank loans. Originally, he wondered if he could use the stock of the merged parent company to take on part of the bank loan, but the leadership of the Southern Company refused, they only wanted cash!


    Although I don''t know if they are not optimistic about the downturn in the energy market, or at the behest of Goldman Sachs Morgan. But as soon as the deal was finalized, half of the liquidity in Guo Shouyun''s hand instantly disappeared.


    Not counting the operating funds of Pan Pacific Energy Group, the funds under the Thunder Fund are only about 500 million US dollars. Moreover, this is also thanks to Zhang Shaoling''s gold team. During this period, they bought low and sold high, and their decisiveness in short positions increased the revenue of Thunder Fund by nearly 800 million US dollars.


    In addition, if you count the funds of other customers, Thunder can also control a huge amount of 700 million US dollars.


    After the successful completion of the cooperation, it is natural to celebrate. Guo Shouyun doesn''t need to worry about this. Jonathan Weir was already ready.


    As the host of this banquet, Guo Shouyun will naturally be surrounded by guests. Especially the financial capitalists who have different ambitions and plan to talk from his mouth at any time.


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 Chapter 263： general strike

    Chapter 263 The Great Strike


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    "Mr. Guo really surprised us. The huge fund of 4.5 billion US dollars was easily taken out!" Jolia Mo Yinyu said with a meaningful smile.


    "What''s the matter? Compared with the 4.5 billion US dollars, what is even more surprising is the series of mergers and acquisitions Mr. Guo has made since he established the Pan Pacific Energy Group. The funds involved are nearly 10 billion, and if you count the company''s operating capital, it is even more amazing. The huge amount of money. Such a huge amount of money can only show that Mr. Guo has earned an unimaginable amount of capital from gold through the Thunder Fund!"


    The person who was speaking had a gleam in his eyes, and looked at Guo Shouyun with a hint of amazement in his eyes. Of course, it was more about other thoughts!


    His name is Will Jones, one of the major shareholders of the former Southern Company. He has a lot of assets under his name, including the five-star hotel where the banquet is held today.


    "The Thunder Fund has indeed made a lot of money from gold futures. If Mr. Jones is interested, he can invest a little in it. I believe the return will surely satisfy you!"


    Up to now, although he has not disclosed the financial information of the Thunder Fund, for those who are interested, they can get a rough figure with a cursory investigation. Therefore, Guo Shouyun is no longer as strict as before.


    He''s even considering holding a reception for all of the Thunder Fund''s clients, officially announcing the revenue, and raising another sum of money before the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity of 9/11. In this way, the problem of the decline in operating capital of Thunder Fund after his series of mergers and acquisitions is also solved.


    "Actually, I have already invested $1 million in the Thunder Fund managed by Mr. Guo. It''s just that Mr. Guo has never disclosed any financial information of the fund, which makes me a little apprehensive and never dare to invest more."


    "Yeah, Bruce. I''ve actually invested $2 million in your Thunder Fund as well. I''m afraid to add more because I don''t have an accurate income statement. So, for us, and for yourself, can you fix this? "Stephen Bryan said.


    "That''s right."


    "This is also the concern of many people, including me!"


    John Stillman, Paul Lehman and others nodded at the same time.


    After his eyes swept over them quickly, Guo Shouyun nodded after thinking a little.


    "I understand everyone''s concerns. In fact, many friends have reported this issue to me recently. So, after thinking about it, I plan to hold a meeting involving all customers of Thunder Fund on July 25, which is a week later. Yes, let me explain to everyone, the recent half-year profit and loss of the Thunder Fund!"


    "Mr. Guo, this is the best news I''ve heard at this reception!" Will Jones said happily.


    However, for those who really know more about Guo Shouyun''s Thunder Fund, this news does not fully satisfy them.


    "Bruce, as far as I know, Thunder Fund has four divisions: Solomon, which focuses on futures; Are you going to report results for one of the divisions, or all four?"


    "Stephen, you really know our Thunder Fund!" Guo Shouyun said after looking at him.


    "Hehe, as a qualified financial practitioner. Sensitivity to money may be my only advantage!"


    While speaking, Stephen Bryan''s eyes did not leave Guo Shouyun''s face. Others are basically the same.


    "Since I''m talking about the Thunder Fund, it''s naturally one of the four departments!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    The eyes of the people around them instantly lit up. The question they''ve been trying to figure out for so long now finally has a chance.


    "Mr. Guo, I''m also a Thunder customer, don''t forget to send me an invitation letter!" John Schwartzman laughed.


    "Don''t worry, as long as you are Leiting''s customers, you will get an invitation letter!"


    Just as Guo Shouyun finished speaking, he saw Jonathan Ware striding over.


    "Boss, there is something in the company that needs to be dealt with by you!"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, looking at Jonathan Weir, whose expression was calm, but there was a trace of nervousness in his eyes, and a bad premonition suddenly rose in his heart.


    "Everyone, excuse me!" Guo Shouyun said goodbye to everyone as usual, and went out of the banquet hall with Jonathan Weil to the corridor outside.


    "What''s up?"


    "Just received the news. The New York Gas Company, which we acquired on July 6, went on strike, and now the plant is shut down, affecting the lives of nearly 2 million electricity and natural gas customers in New York State and Pennsylvania. In addition, we have received information from New York State and Pennsylvania. The call from the energy department of the Binzhou-State government, they hope that we can solve the trouble as soon as possible and restore the normal life order of the people in the two states." Jonathan Weil said quickly.


    Facing such bad news, even though Guo Shouyun had some preparations in his heart, he couldn''t help frowning after hearing it.


    "How are you going to solve it?"


    "Steve has brought people over, and no further news has come. So, we don''t have a very mature solution yet!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and then asked, "What''s the cause of the incident? It''s impossible for such a big strike to happen without the slightest sign!"


    "It''s mostly workers wanting a raise. The most important thing is that before our acquisition, the leadership of New York Gas had promised to increase their monthly wages by 40%."


    "40%?"


    "Yes! The current average monthly salary of the 5,700 New York Gas workers is $3,800, which is moderate among all similar industries in the United States. But if it increases by 40%, then the New York Gas company''s salary expenditure will exceed all its peers. Most The important thing is that after the acquisition of Southern Company, we had more than 80,000 workers. Once they started demanding the same treatment, just spending on wages was enough to reduce our profit by about 3%. And, this is still in When the energy crisis is eliminated!" Jonathan Weir said with a serious expression.


    After a moment of silence, Guo Shouyun squinted his eyes and said indifferently, "So we have been tricked by others?"


    "Sorry, boss, I didn''t do a detailed background check beforehand!"


    "It''s not your fault, it''s my fault. I was too quick to make a profit, thinking that as long as the balance sheet was fine, I could buy it. In just a few months, Pan Pacific has nearly tripled in size. How can there be no problem with such an acquisition without detailed investigation data!" Guo Shouyun said after waving his hand.


    He''s not the kind of person who likes to put the blame on his subordinates!


    Looking at the big boss who was thinking silently, Jonathan Weil obediently didn''t make a sound.


    After a long while, "Now you convey three things for me: First, inform Chuck and ask him to do a salary level survey of all personnel in the company, and raise the salary level of the whole company on a feasible basis, but the maximum Over 8%!"


    There is a saying that "do not suffer from the few but suffer from the unevenness." To solve the problem of the New York Gas Company, it is not just this one. The entire Pan Pacific Group needs to be considered.


    Otherwise, branches in other regions will see their colleagues in New York make a fuss and their wages will rise, and they will definitely follow suit. Moreover, coupled with those guys who are secretly planning to trick him at any time, the probability of this situation is too great. Therefore, Guo Shouyun had to guard against the slightest in the first place.


    "Second, tell Steve to talk to the New York Gas union representative, we can raise wages, but it will never exceed 8%, and 40% is impossible. Plus, they only have three days to think about it. , if I don''t see the workers coming back to work after three days. Then they won''t be there anymore!" Guo Shouyun said decisively.


    Although U.S. law stipulates that employers cannot fire employees, they can "permanently replace". This kind of word game is no different from "fired" and "fired" in translation.


    "Third, slow down the pace of the company''s expansion, and do a good job of investigating any future acquisitions. Not only finance, but also personnel, legal, and everything else Once a mistake is made, it should be remembered. Live the lesson. Guo Shouyun does not want the same thing to continue to happen to the Pan Pacific Group.


    "Understood!"


    Jonathan Weir nodded.


    "carry on!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, and after Jonathan Weir left, he did not return to the banquet hall. At this time, he clearly felt a sense of urgency from the New York Gas strike.


    The enemy has accelerated the rhythm of the attack!


    "It seems that I have to increase my strength as much as possible!" Thinking of this, he took out his mobile phone, found the number of LinkedIn News Director Rick Bai and dialed it.


    "boss!"


    "I will fax you a copy of the material this afternoon. After receiving it, let the editorial staff polish it up and send it to the website!"


    "Yes!"


    Rick Bai''s tone was full of excitement. Every time Guo Shouyun took the initiative to provide him with news, it was the kind of eye-catching big news that could shake the United States.


    And such news can undoubtedly bring a lot of attention to LinkedIn News. The most obvious one is Enron. With the exposure of Enron''s business data, although Enron refused to admit it and even sued them, the more they did, the more people paid attention to LinkedIn. Worrying about it, the number of monthly clicks on LinkedIn News has climbed to 600 million in the past few months. That means 20 million people watch LinkedIn news every day.


    Such a huge number, of course, also brought a rise in income. Although limited by Guo Shouyun''s business strategy, in order to keep the LinkedIn news layout clean, the news content is relatively small. But it still made $35 million in revenue in June.


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 Chapter 264： Katherines love

    Chapter 264 Catherine''s Love&1t;/


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    Today''s LinkedIn News, although it is not comparable to the "Wall Street Journal" and "New York Times", these century-old newspapers, but already has a certain influence in the United States and even the entire English-speaking world! &1t;/


    After explaining Rick Bai, Guo Shouyun called George Davis again. With the explosion of Guo Shouyun''s career, the status of this gold lawyer has also risen, not only as Guo Shouyun''s personal lawyer. Moreover, the formed team of lawyers is also responsible for handling a series of legal issues for the major companies under Guo Shouyun. &1t;/


    "boss!"&1t;/


    "George, have you read the information?"&1t;/


    "Look!"&1t;/


    "How?"&1t;/


    "Very detailed. This information alone is enough to convince Enron, Dalizhi, Duke Energy and other companies that operate the California energy market from April 2000 and obtain 2.2 billion US dollars in profits! But the time from prosecution to conviction It may be much longer."&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun had already learned from the lawsuit between Enron and LinkedIn about the level of the **** in American law. In extreme cases, they even struggle with wrong punctuation. Therefore, even if there is detailed evidence, it will take a year or two to achieve the goal. This is obviously not what Guo Shouyun wanted. &1t;/


    "Focus on Enron, don''t implicate Dalizhi, Duke, and other companies!"&1t;/


    "Got it!"&1t;/


    George Davis responded simply, as smart as he did not ask why. &1t;/


    "Hurry up!"&1t;/


    After explaining, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. &1t;/


    After thinking about it in the aisle with his mobile phone, he returned to the banquet hall. After dealing with today''s meeting, Guo Shouyun did not stop in Atlanta, but flew directly to New York by private jet! &1t;/


    After briefly paying attention to the progress of the strike by workers at the New York Gas Company, I came to a farm in the suburbs of New York on the first night after landing. &1t;/


    "Bruce!"&1t;/


    Looking at Katherine Lincoln standing on the steps waving at him, Guo Shouyun was surprised: "Why are you here?"&1t;/


    "This is the asset of the Guo Group, why can''t I be here as the CEO of the group?"&1t;/


    "Catherine, you know that''s not what I meant!" Guo Shouyun spread his hands. &1t;/


    Just because this farm belongs to the Guo Group, he chose this place for the party tonight. Because it is secret enough. &1t;/


    "Of course I know you don''t mean that. I was just joking!" After a pause, Catherine continued, "This time I went to New York to buy the Neisser farm, I didn''t expect When I finished the negotiation with the other party, it was a little late. I didn''t go back to the hotel at all, but stayed here!"&1t;/


    "Nessel Farm is also nearby?"&1t;/


    "The next door is 55oo acres. When the acquisition is successful and the two farms become one, we will have a large farm of 15,000 acres in New York, which is enough to support the expansion needs of Baccarat retail in New York for three years." &1t ;/


    Guo Shouyun nodded, Guo''s business group has been doing well under the helm of Catherine. Apart from monthly financial statements, and some projects involving major acquisitions, he seldom cares. &1t;/


    "By the way, how is Lao Liu doing under you?"&1t;/


    "Don''t Lao Liu, Lao Liu''s, he''s only 30 years old!"&1t;/


    Looking at Catherine''s expression and the meaning of maintenance in her words, Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, and then said in surprise: "Catherine, don''t you like him?"&1t;/


    "What? Can''t you?"&1t;/


    Catherine is not too shy and evasive. &1t;/


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes widened suddenly, and he was a little surprised: "I can''t believe that your blunt personality like you would actually like the stuffy gourd of Lao Liu!"&1t;/


    "Zhixing''s character is quiet, not dull." After glaring at Guo Shouyun, "Besides, I like talented men, and Zhixing is the best I''ve ever seen. In just one year, he not only won the Stanford University Management and Management and He has a double master''s degree in financial engineering, and has also helped the company to double its total assets, revenue and profits. Moreover, he is handsome, refined, and personable, so charming!"&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help laughing at the obsessive look on his childhood friend''s face. Of course, he knew Liu Zhixing''s talent, but his appearance was not close to being handsome, at best he was just ordinary. Of course, there is Xi Shi in the eyes of the beholder, which is understandable. &1t;/


    "Have you confessed to him?" Guo Shouyun asked with a smile. &1t;/


    With Catherine''s straightforward and daring to love and hate character, she already guessed the answer when she asked. &1t;/


    "Yeah!" After nodding, Catherine''s face showed a hint of depression, "It''s a pity that he rejected it!"&1t;/


    "It''s normal to refuse you!"&1t;/


    "What do you mean by this guy?"&1t;/


    Looking at the fierce Catherine, Guo Shouyun quickly waved his hand, "Don''t get me wrong, I''m not saying that you are not good. It''s that Lao Liu is injured here!"&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the position of the heart on his chest. &1t;/


    "Can''t you speak more clearly?" Catherine complained. &1t;/


    "Well, for the sake of us growing up together, I''ll tell you what I know." Later, Guo Shouyun shared the information he learned about Liu Zhixing, including his deceased wife, as well as the process of decadence in the middle, plus the final revelation. The result of repentance was fully told to Katherine Lincoln. &1t;/


    "Okay, that''s all I know." After looking at Catherine with a dull expression, "Do you still think he is the kind of man you like?"&1t;/


    "So touching!"&1t;/


    "Huh?"&1t;/


    It doesn''t seem to be related to my own problem. &1t;/


    "His ex-wife is the best woman in the world. Of course, although Zhixing has made very serious mistakes in the past, through his years of hard work, he has shown that he has repented of his mistakes and made up for them actively. There is nothing else. More precious than this attitude. Also, God taught us to forgive and love those who have lost their way, and I think I should do the same. Also, I feel more worthy of being with him and guiding my life He''s on the right track!"&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun looked at Catherine who was agitated, and shook his head secretly after a while. A woman''s heart is a needle in the bottom of the sea, no matter how many lifetimes he is reborn, he still can''t fully guess the woman''s brain circuit. &1t;/


    Fortunately, Liu Zhixing''s prodigal son is indeed worthless at the moment, and Catherine is really a good destination with him. It''s just that Liu Zhixing''s heart is not so easy to untangle! &1t;/


    "Catherine, I respect your pursuit of love. However, Lao Liu''s heartbreak is very heavy, and I am afraid it will take a long time for him to accept you."&1t;/


    "It''s okay, I have confidence in myself!"&1t;/


    Looking at Catherine with a confident expression, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much. &1t;/


    "By the way, I said what the **** is going on with you? You have a girlfriend, even pregnant, and you won''t let us meet. Do you still think we are your friends?" Catherine said dissatisfied. &1t;/


    "Sorry, sorry, Molly''s thing is indeed that I was not thoughtful enough. I should have taken it to the farm earlier and let everyone see it. But you also know that I have too many things at hand recently. I really can''t find time!" Guo Shouyun explained. &1t;/


    Catherine nodded, although she focused more on the Guo Group''s exhibition, but now the contradiction between LinkedIn and Enron, as well as a series of news questioning Guo Shouyun''s business strategy for the Pan Pacific Energy Group, are flooding the American business community. It''s impossible for her to know. &1t;/


    "Bruce, I know your business and financial talents are unparalleled, but is everything really okay now?"&1t;/


    Looking at Catherine who was serious and worried and concerned, Guo Shouyun smiled confidently and nodded. &1t;/


    "Don''t worry, you know, I never do anything I''m not sure about."&1t;/


    After staring straight at her childhood friend for a while, Catherine nodded, "I believe in you!"&1t;/


    At this moment, the sound of the car whistle came from outside, and soon a burly bodyguard walked in. &1t;/


    "Boss, here they come!"&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Catherine, go up and rest first. I have a few more guests here!"&1t;/


    The latter nodded, sensible not asking more. &1t;/


    "Then I''ll go up first!"&1t;/


    "Hmm!"&1t;/


    After answering, watching her back disappear at the corner of the stairs, Guo Shouyun turned around, took a breath, sorted out his clothes, and walked towards the door. &1t;/


    Under the bright lights, three or four limousines had been parked on the spacious lawn outside the original farm gate. From these cars, some people with extraordinary temperament walked down. &1t;/


    "Everyone, welcome!"&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun''s voice attracted everyone''s attention to him. &1t;/


    "Mr. Guo, why not find a place in the city center instead of choosing here?"&1t;/


    "Yeah! It took me over an hour to drive here!"&1t;/


    "Don''t you think this place is very quiet and the air is fresh, it is suitable for gatherings?"&1t;/


    In the face of everyone''s complaints, Guo Shouyun didn''t get angry and walked down the steps. &1t;/


    "Mr. Hurt, long time no see!"&1t;/


    Harry Hurt, the president of Myron Corporation, wearing gold glasses, he looked at the blurry man in the shadow of the light, held the right hand that he took the initiative to stretch out, and smiled lightly: "I didn''t expect that after President Bush''s inauguration, he smiled lightly. It''s here to see Mr. Guo again."&1t;/


    "It''s very suitable for communication, isn''t it?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile. &1t;/


    "It''s really quiet here. However, if you don''t speculate, no matter how good the environment is, I''m afraid it won''t make a difference!" Harry Hurt said with deep meaning. &1t;/


    "I believe that Mr. Hurt will not be disappointed!"&1t;/


    After a faint smile, Guo Shouyun turned his eyes to the side, a middle-aged man with a sturdy figure similar to a boxer, "Mr. Eves, welcome!"&1t;/


    Peter Eves, CEO of El Paso Power! &1t;/


    "Mr. Guo, I deliberately pushed the evening party to come to the appointment, don''t let me down!"&1t;/


    "Of course not!"&1t;/


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 Chapter 265： big reversal

    Chapter 265 The Great Reversal


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    Later, Guo Shouyun and Dalizhi Company President Steve Bergstrom, Duke Energy Company President Ben Gleason, Montana Power Company Operations Director John Rubin, Baoying Company CEO Mark Tee After Ernie greeted them, he led them into the living room of the farm villa.


    "Everyone, please sit down!"


    After everyone was seated, naturally someone served them tea and drinks.


    But their attention is obviously not on eating and drinking!


    "Mr. Guo, everyone''s time is very precious, so if you have anything to say, just say it!" Peter Eves said first.


    His words also made several people around him nodded in agreement.


    "Alright. Since everyone has a clear purpose, then I''ll go straight to the topic." After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, "I believe you have read the information I sent to you in detail, and I don''t know what it is. Feelings?"


    Several people''s faces changed slightly, and their eyes became gloomy. The reason why they will go to the appointment today is not only because of Guo Shouyun''s current status, but more importantly because of the information that is enough to make the company they represent pay a huge price.


    "Mr. Guo wants to take us to court with that information?" John Rubin said solemnly.


    "If that''s the case, I won''t invite you to come to me!"


    "Then Mr. Guo never intends to use this information to acquire a few of our companies, right?" Ben Gleason smiled indifferently.


    "I do think so. But now I want you to not sell it!"


    These power and energy trading companies that have made huge profits in California''s energy crisis are not the utilities that are on the brink of bankruptcy.


    ����Never mind, let��s get it straight. I can take this data as if it didn��t, but in exchange you want to get electricity and natural gas prices in California, and even the entire West, back to where they were before the California energy crisis in April 2000. price!"


    Several people looked at each other, and after exchanging glances, Ben Gleason said: "Mr. Guo, just relying on a piece of information that I don''t know how much value it can play, you want us to give up our huge interests, don''t you? Do you think you think too much of yourself?"


    "Is your self-esteem too high?" Guo Shouyun smiled, "Since LinkedIn News exposed Enron''s manipulation of California''s energy crisis, you must have seen the mood of the California government and the people on TV. Moreover, President Bush has publicly promised , for the steady and sustainable development of California''s economy, the energy crisis must end as soon as possible. Why do you need to fight against the people and the government? In addition, even if the US judicial system is slow and corrupt, you all know that with what I have in my hands The evidence and the financial resources at your disposal, even if you delay it for a year or two, it will be enough for you to spit out everything you eat!"


    Everyone''s expressions changed. They didn''t know how much evidence Guo Shouyun had in his hands to secretly manipulate the California energy market. But now the ones they just got from them are deadly.


    Seeing their reactions, Guo Shouyun was secretly satisfied. What is true is false, what is false is what is true, and what is true and false makes it even more difficult for people to guess that the evidence sent to them is actually all he has.


    "Of course, I don''t want to be too stiff with everyone. So, as long as you promise to give up your control of the western energy market, then I will pretend that nothing has happened. Pan Pacific Group will still be a good partner with you in the future. Let''s make money together!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun with a smile on his face, the eyes of several people flickered, obviously having their own considerations in their hearts.


    "If we agree, how do we know that Mr. Guo will not settle accounts with this evidence after he has survived this disaster?" Mark Tierney said solemnly.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Although I haven''t worked hard in the business world for as long as you guys, it''s almost two years now. I''ve never broken my promises over the past two years."


    Looking at the calm and confident man opposite, Steve Bergstrom suddenly said, "What about Enron?"


    "I will never be soft-hearted towards an unrepentant enemy!" There was a chilling coldness in Guo Shouyun''s tone with a smile on his face.


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    "We''re going to raise wages! ... We''re going to raise wages!"


    "Punish the black-hearted management!... Punish the black-hearted management!"


    "We''re going to raise wages!...We''re going to raise wages!"��


    Looking at the angry strike crowd outside, Oliver Baring put down his binoculars with satisfaction.


    "Is the slogan rhythmic?"


    "You''ll be satisfied, Master." The secretary flattered.


    "Did you come up with it?"


    The latter nodded quickly and said proudly: "At the beginning, you specifically explained that you wanted to be ingenious, so I looked for a lot of information on this, and found that there are many such scenes in Chinese TV dramas, which are quite different from the strike in the United States. The impression left by people is particularly deep, so I took it and used it!"


    "Huaxia?"


    The secretary knew that his young master hated Huaxia the most because of his hatred of Wu and Wu, so after his face changed, he quickly closed his mouth.


    Looking at his appearance, Oliver Balin didn''t say anything after he snorted coldly.


    "By the way, what happened to the Pan Pacific Group?"


    "Yesterday they made an appointment with representatives of the union to negotiate, but there is no firm news yet."


    "Pay close attention to their movements, and we must not let the people of the Pacific easily quell this strike!"


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, find the best lawyers for these workers, and let them fight the Pan Pacific Group to the end!" Oliver Baring said bitterly.


    Although more than a month has passed, as long as he thinks of Guo Shouyun and everything about him, Oliver Balin still feels the faint pain in his nose, and the shame that is more uncomfortable than the pain!


    "clear!"


    "Lingling...!"


    At this moment, Oliver Baring''s cell phone rang suddenly.


    After taking a look at it, he quickly connected.


    "Oliver, the California energy crisis is over!"


    "what?"


    Oliver Baring''s face changed greatly!


    ��


    "Extraordinary! Six large energy companies, including Dalizhi, Baoying, and Montana Power, simultaneously announced the government''s call to lower the market price of electricity and natural gas in the west!" - "New York Times"!


    "After 1 year, 4 months and 13 days, the California energy crisis has finally come to an end!" - "Chicago Tribune".


    "Persistent victory, Pan Pacific Group has waited until the market inflection point!" - "Washington Post".


    "Another victory for business genius Bruce Kuo!" ��USA TODAY.


    On July 16, major American media used their own headlines to report at length on the dramatic turnaround in the California energy market.


    Dalizhi, Baoying Company, Montana Power, El Paso Power, Duke Energy and Myron, plus Pan Pacific Energy Group, they have accounted for 60% of the western energy market share! Their changes also basically announced the end of California''s energy crisis. After all, the giants have lowered their prices, and the remaining small and medium-sized companies will naturally follow the market.


    However, when major energy companies announced price cuts, Enron, the country''s largest energy trading company, was suddenly put in the spotlight.


    "boom��!"


    A loud noise shook the conference room. The pain was not enough to dampen the anger in Jeffrey Gilling''s heart at this time.


    "These **** bastards, when they took advantage of the benefits, they clapped their chests and promised us that they would advance and retreat together with An Ran, and now they are all fucked! Damn it!"


    Jeffrey Gilling''s roar shook the entire conference room. The people on the left and right have different expressions, or the old gods are there, or they are watching the excitement, or their faces are anxious. At this moment, the office politics is in a hurry and is on the verge of an end.


    "Boss, the top priority now is to bring down energy prices. Otherwise, if only one of our companies does not reduce prices, it will be the basis for Guo Shouyun and the California government''s accusation of manipulating the California energy market. At that time, not only the California government and the public will be dissatisfied with us. , even the federal government will directly intervene in our business!" Cliff Baxter quickly advised.


    As Jeffrey Gilling''s confidant, no matter what others think, he certainly does not want his boss to be ousted by the board of directors because of some mistakes, and he will be finished in that case.


    There is also Lou Pei who has the same thoughts as him. As Jeffrey Gilling''s assistant, he can''t do without this big boss.


    "Boss, now everything is about the bigger picture! As for the other things, there will be opportunities when Enron''s operations improve!"


    "That''s right!" Cliff Baxter nodded in agreement. It''s rare that they, who are always facing each other, can abandon their previous hatred in this situation.


    Look at them, UU reading www.uukanshu. com Looking at the senior executives around An Ran, Jeffrey Jilin took a deep breath and tried to calm down his emotions.


    He also knew that the best option for Enron right now was to lower the price of electricity and natural gas. But remembering the slap that Guo Shouyun slapped, a tingling pain occurred in his heart. He had never been so humiliated by anyone since he was a child.


    In addition, in addition to this personal feud, the huge profits brought about by the California energy crisis are also difficult for him to give up. After all, Enron''s financial situation is very bad now, and it is only through the huge profits from the California energy crisis that it can barely balance its income and expenditure.


    Therefore, even if he is accused by thousands of people, he will continue to hold on.


    "I decided��!"


    Before he could finish speaking, the closed conference room was violently smashed open from the outside. Before Geoffrey Jilin spoke, the anxious secretary said quickly: "Boss, I just received news from the UK that the Teesside power plant exploded, which has caused economic losses of 1.5 billion US dollars, and 12 1 worker killed, 37 injured!"


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 Chapter 266： good news or bad news

    Chapter two hundred and sixty-six good news and bad news


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    "what?"


    Everyone in the conference room was stunned by this news! But the bad news brought by the secretary is obviously more than this.


    "In addition, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission just announced that the electricity production price in 13 western states such as California, Arizona, Oregon, and Washington is forced to be limited to 2o~9o per megawatt-hour. No company shall privately raise the price for any reason!"


    "boom!"


    Two consecutive bad news exploded in Jeffrey Gilling''s mind like thunder.


    "It''s over!"


    With a pale face, he was unprecedentedly desperate at this time!


    ��


    "Whoa...!"


    The newspaper that had been turned over was placed on the table next to it by the owner.


    "In just half a month, the U.S. energy market has changed dramatically, and now everything is different!"


    After taking a sip of the coffee in his cup, Stephen Bryan nodded, "Yeah. The one who is most proud of it now is probably Bruce Guo. The Pan Pacific Energy Group, which swallowed the Southern Company, is now the largest electricity and energy company in the United States. The natural gas utility company has a market share of 38.7%, without the constraints of the energy crisis, the Pan Pacific Group, which was already heavily indebted, will have a foundation for revitalization!"


    Blank Fein nodded. Although Pan Pacific Group has high debts, its blood-forming ability will be restored in an instant after the energy crisis subsides. With a steady stream of inflows, its liabilities can be reduced little by little. And in three or four years, maybe a little longer, to restore balance.


    "I didn''t expect that we worked so hard for so long and finally lost to Bruce Guo!" Stephen Brigham sighed.


    "Yeah, no one would have thought that he could earn such a rich cash flow from gold futures! Moreover, this kind of probability ''Five Sigma event'' cannot be speculated with past experience. So even if it fails, it is not necessary to Frustrating. After all, even though we didn''t make any profit, we made a lot of money from this series of deals!"


    Stephen Bryan nodded, "Blank, I think it is necessary to cooperate with Guo Shouyun on gold!"


    "Isn''t Bruce Guo going to hold a reception for Thunder Fund clients? After getting the detailed data, let''s officially cooperate!" Blank Fein said.


    "If this is the case, I''m afraid we will miss the opportunity. After all, Merrill Lynch, Morgan, Citi, Bear Stearns, etc. are not fools, they are as sensitive as we are about making money!"


    Blank Finn smiled and shook his head.


    "Stephen, you''ve also met Bruce Guo many times. Do you think he''s the kind of person who would give up his interests for a less valuable favor?"


    "Although it sounds sad, it''s true!" Stephen Bryan sighed after spreading his hands.


    In Wall Street, there are no friends, only interests!


    "By the way, what about Enron? Jeffrey Gilling and Andrew Fastow have called me a lot!"


    "They called me too, but now Enron''s situation is extremely bad. Funding them is too risky!"


    Stephen Bryan nodded in agreement and sighed, "It''s a pity that Enron''s stock price has dropped below $30, otherwise, you can take advantage of this time to short and make a fortune!"


    "Speaking of this, Bruce has earned it again!"


    Stephen Bryan nodded after being stunned for a moment.


    "This guy is a genius of financial speculation!"


    "With such a large population in the United States, there will always be a few very good guys!" Although he said that, Blank Fein''s tone was also full of envy, even though he is now the chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, in the United States and even The status of the world financial circle is respected.


    "It seems that it is necessary for us to continue to draw closer to this genius. After all, Goldman Sachs can be more successful with successful people!" Stephen Bryan said.


    "It''s just a pity that the ''Hound Project'' failed like this!" Blank Finn sighed after nodding.


    "We''re pretty good. The Citi guys are really bad, they lost a lot of money on Enron!"


    "What? Didn''t the funds from shorting Apple make up for their losses?" Blank Fein, who just returned from China, is not clear about the little things that have nothing to do with the big picture.


    "Humph! How is that possible. We were coerced to short Apple, used our personal connections to attack LinkedIn, and partnered to spread the negative news about Bruce Guo. In the end, not only did Enron''s share price not rise, but Guo Shouyun directly bought Apple and put the Amazon''s shareholding increased to 33.5%, and it also suppressed Enron''s share price even lower!"


    Thinking of this, Stephen Bryan was angry. If it wasn''t for Citi''s rashness, they wouldn''t have hurriedly shot without knowing Guo Shouyun''s true strength, so that the other party used the abundant funds earned from gold to not only dissolve their series of attacks and make them invisible, but also successfully The realization of their own commercial layout!


    "Okay, Stephen. Now that things have happened, there is no need to be upset! Fortunately, Goldman Sachs'' strength and position in the financial world give us a chance to make up for it!"


    After Stephen Bryan took a breath, he nodded.


    "One more thing. I got news that people from Citi have recently gathered the Bahrain family, Andrew Fastow, and the Dutch Ing Group to form a new interest group against Bruce Guo?" Blank Fein asked road.


    "I know that. However, I don''t believe these guys together can really beat Bruce Guo!"


    Blank Fein nodded, "Although I don''t have any hope for this, but even if Goldman Sachs doesn''t participate, it should keep abreast of the news inside the alliance. Otherwise, if there is an opportunity to make money, wouldn''t we miss it!"


    "Don''t worry, I have made targeted arrangements. Although there is no guarantee that we will get the first-hand information, it is definitely the first organization outside this alliance to get the news!" Stephen Bryan said to himself.


    "Stephen, you are always so reassuring!"


    "thanks!"


    "Let''s go, it''s noon, let''s eat together!"


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    At the same time, Guo Shouyun was also listening to Jonathan Weir''s excited report.


    "Boss, everything is different. Electricity prices in California and the western states have dropped to $32.7 per megawatt hour, and Pan Pacific Energy has returned to profitability!"


    "That''s good! If the current situation continues until the end of the year, how much pre-tax profit will the company make?"


    "Around $1.5 billion!"


    "So low?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    You know, before the California energy crisis, the pre-tax profits of Pacific Power and Natural Gas alone were able to get this figure, not to mention the Pan Pacific Energy Group, which is now nearly ten times larger.


    "Because the company has $2.73 billion in short-term debt due in the second half of the year. In addition, it has to pay interest on bank loans of up to $4.1 billion. In addition, after the acquisition of Southern Company, Southern Telecom''s losses have also been transferred to us. Add in operating expenses, new plants and equipment depreciation, and $1.5 billion is our best estimate!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. He was aware of the financial difficulties within the group, but the actual difficulties were beyond his original expectations.


    "...However, the boss can rest assured. After this year''s debt repayment peak has passed. Next year, the group''s short-term debt expenditure will drop to 13.8 US dollars, including bank interest, but only 400 million US dollars. In addition, through layoffs and institutional reforms, operations can be effectively reduced. Cost. The company''s finances will be significantly improved! And, it will get better and better in the future!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively, "How about the handling of assets outside the company''s business scope?"


    "Real estate, entertainment facilities, bonds and some shares have all been sold. But some mining, water, waste, technology and internet companies'' stocks and bonds, as well as telecommunications companies including Southern Telecom, remain unsold."


    "Why are there still minerals?"


    "In the 1990s, the U.S. stock market was booming Coal mines, copper mines, iron ore and other resource assets had relatively high prices and stable returns. Many companies invested in this area. Especially such resources richer state,�� explains Jonathan Weil.


    Guo Shouyun understood in his heart.


    As the bull market turned bearish after the Nasdaq crisis and the price of resource assets fell by nearly half, major mining companies are struggling to survive. It is normal that no one wants the minerals in his own hands, and even if someone wants it, Guo Shouyun will not sell it. If you keep it in your hands and wait until the economy improves, you can also hedge against losses. But if you sell it now, it''s a real loss.


    Similar to mining, there are telecommunications companies. After the collapse of the Nasdaq, the US telecommunications market collapsed like the Internet, and the prices of telecommunications companies plummeted. Telecom giants including Verizon and aT&T are having a hard time, let alone.


    "Establish the Pan Pacific Group Investment Company, and put all the assets that have not been sold under this company. You will temporarily supervise the company. As for the suitable CEO, wait until the next meeting of the board of directors to discuss and decide."


    "clear!"


    "Also, if the assets of the investment company are lower than the previous purchase price, don''t sell them for the time being, maintain operations, or even invest appropriately, and then sell them when the market improves."


    "There are no other problems. But Southern Telecom is currently ranked 8th in the US telecom industry, with total assets of nearly 1.2 billion US dollars, and maintaining its operations is probably not a small number."


    Guo Shouyun frowned. Although he is interested in the telecommunications industry, he also knows that his energy is not unlimited. Therefore, the best choice at present is to stick to the five industries that have already been involved in the Internet, technology, energy, media and finance, and it is not appropriate to continue to expand.


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 Chapter 267： Thunder Mid-Year Conference (Part 1)

    Chapter 267 Thunder Mid-Year Meeting (1)


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    "Send a letter to the telecom giants in the United States and even Europe to see which of them is interested in Southern Telecom? Then ask for their quotation, and sell it if it is suitable!" Guo Shouyun said after thinking about it.


    Although he wants to wait until the telecom market improves, the assets of Southern Telecom are too huge, and it takes too much effort to integrate. Therefore, Guo Shouyun doesn''t mind making less money if he can get rid of it sooner.


    "Yes!"


    "How''s the strike going?"


    "The union thinks a 5% wage increase is too low and they want us to increase it by 20%!"


    "20%? They''ll talk like a lion!" After a cold snort, "Let''s get the news out and say that we have raised our wages. It''s because the trade union''s asking price is too high that hinders the settlement of the matter. In addition, we officially recruit workers from outside. , both ways, don''t be afraid that they won''t give in!"


    "Boss, the workers are more emotional now. If we take coercive measures, what if there is an accident...?"


    Guo Shouyun also knew that Jonathan Weir''s concerns were not for nothing. There are too many possibilities for mass incidents to break out. Especially when these guys are instigated by someone with a heart, they can do anything when their brains are hot. Therefore, it is necessary to take precautions in advance.


    "In this way, the previous decision remains unchanged. In addition, you can ask the Buffalo police to send more police to ensure the safety of the factory, and you can spend some money if necessary. Also, find a few old workers from the factory who are familiar with the situation and ask them to Those who are easy to persuade find out for us, and then let Steve organize a few unannounced visiting teams from the personnel at headquarters, and first use higher wages to divide the workers from the inside. . . People know about this action!"


    "clear!"


    "Okay, is there anything else? If it''s okay, let''s be here for the time being today!"


    "Boss, are the company''s mergers and acquisitions continuing?"


    "Just stop for a while. When to continue, wait for my notice!" Guo Shouyun said after thinking for a while.


    Now that the end of July is approaching, there will be more than a month before the opportunity he has been waiting for. Now is also the time to start raising funds.


    "I''m all right!"


    After nodding and saying goodbye, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    After standing up and stretching, he sighed in relief while looking at the beautiful scenery outside the window. With the end of California''s energy crisis, most of the pressure on his mind has finally been relieved. Plus, as a bonus, he finally won the bets against Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Citi and Bank of America.


    "Up to now, the Hound Project has been a complete failure! However, judging from the clues collected so far, Oliver Baring seems to have a new move!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun''s brows furrowed again unconsciously.


    "It doesn''t matter, the soldiers will block the water and cover the soil. As long as I have sufficient cash flow in my hand, no matter what kind of conspiracy they use, I will be invincible!"


    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a sudden knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    "Boss, here they come!"


    Wendy pushed open the door and entered.


    "Okay, I''ll go down right now!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun took some materials from the table, turned around and went downstairs accompanied by Wendy. After passing through the long corridor, I came to the small conference room inside the manor of ''Shanglinyuan'' in New York.


    "Boss, BOSS!"


    Seeing him come in, everyone who was waiting in them all stood up.


    Nodding, striding among the crowd, his eyes quickly shifted from Zhang Shaoling representing the Solomon Group, John Lu Simi representing the Centaur Group, Qin Zhicheng representing the Unicorn Group, and Michael Barry representing Descendants Capital, and the respective ones behind them. Guo Shouyun waved his hand after sweeping over the core members of .


    "Everyone, sit down! ... Today is the most gathering time for our Thunder Fund! And the reason why I brought you all this time is not only to let everyone know each other, but also to let you all know about our company in the past six months. performance, and the focus of work for the next six months!"


    After a pause, "I''m done, do you have anything to say?"


    After a few people looked at each other, Qin Zhicheng raised his right hand, "Boss, how long is the meeting today?"


    "What? Do you have anything else to do next?"


    "Enron has defaulted on a 2B-rated bond, and I''m still waiting to go to the Financial Products Department of AIG to collect the money!" Qin Zhicheng laughed.


    "Don''t worry, it won''t delay you making money! Well, does anyone have anything else to say?"


    No one raised their hands this time.


    "If that''s the case, then let''s get to the point! Michael, how about you start first?"


    Facing Guo Shouyun''s eyes, and under the gazes of the others around him, Michael Barry nodded.


    Strictly speaking, although his Descendants Capital has 80% of the shares in the hands of the Thunder Fund, it is not the core department of the Thunder Fund. However, since Guo Shouyun invited him to the mid-year summary meeting, Michael Barry did not refuse. In fact, he was also very curious about how much money the Thunder Fund had made.


    "Since the establishment of Sunshine Capital, the company''s management capital is 378 million US dollars, the capital appreciation rate is 56.3%, and the total value of assets under management is currently 597 million US dollars! The main investment direction is the stock market. At present, there are 13 stocks in the company''s investment portfolio, and the stocks are heavily held. There are 4, namely ARM, Qualcomm, Starbucks and Oracle! In the second half of the year, the fundamentals of each company will be adjusted, but the entire portfolio will not change much. ... I''m done!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. For Descendent Capital, when he acquired it, he promised that he would not interfere with Michael Barry''s operations as long as there were no major losses. Now of course the same. However, as a boss he can still advise!


    "I have seen your portfolio and it is generally healthy, but I suggest you pay attention to Moody''s and Pixar. I think their returns are better than Qualcomm and Starbucks!"


    "When I go back, I will investigate carefully."


    Then, Guo Shouyun''s eyes turned to John Lu Simie.


    "John, next is your centaur team!"


    The latter nodded, "The Centaur team has managed a total of $437 million since its establishment. The current portfolio includes one stock in Central American Beverages, short positions in 17 bonds from three countries of Argentina, Uruguay and Chile, and short positions in the Argentine Peso. And Argentina''s stock market 100 index short. At present, these three parts of the investment account for 11%, 47%, 23% and 19% of the Centaur''s funds under management, and this portfolio has achieved a growth of 347.43%."


    Speaking of this, John Lu Simie looked at Guo Shouyun with a complex and more intense admiration in his eyes.


    Because the profitability of the investment portfolio formulated by Guo Shouyun was more than three times that of the portfolio he formulated himself.


    There is no competition without comparison, and this time John Luthmi was completely convinced.


    "Now, there is still no sign of the end of Argentina''s financial crisis, so the main investment direction of our centaur group in the second half of the year is still bearish on the Argentine financial market!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "It is true that the Argentine financial crisis is far from over, but for the financial world, this is no longer a secret that is difficult to judge. In a fact that everyone knows, there is room for excess profits. It has been compressed. Therefore, it is possible to make money by continuing to bet against the Argentine market, but it is impossible to imagine how many times it was before!��


    "what do you mean��?"


    "Sell all your short positions, and I need you to have all your funds ready by August 1."


    John Lusmi''s eyes twinkled, "Do you have a new investment plan?"


    "certainly!"


    After answering, Guo Shouyun did not explain further, but turned his eyes to Qin Zhicheng who was on the side.


    "Old Qin, it''s your turn!"


    The latter nodded, "At present, the unicorn group has a total management capital of 937 million US dollars, and its assets are mainly divided into two parts; one is the 5 times leverage of margin financing and securities lending, holding a short position of 8.12 billion US dollars in Enron stock. The second is WorldCom, Arthur Andersen, Enron, Tyco International, and Alfidya $11.2 Billion in CDS Bonds!"


    For others who don''t know the portfolio of the ''Unicorn'' group, especially John Luthmi and Michael Barry, and their members, there is a look of surprise in their expressions. Because the leverage it uses is amazing! With less than a billion dollars in funds, nearly 20 billion dollars in assets have been leveraged!


    In contrast, Zhang Shaoling''s mentality is more stable. Although the leverage used by the Solomon department he is in charge of in gold futures is not as large as that of unicorns, the capital of the trader is indeed several times, or even a dozen times, theirs.


    "How much is Enron''s stock price now?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "$28.7 per share!"


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun continued: "Sell all the short positions in An Ran in our hands!"


    "Boss, Enron''s stock price still has room to fall further, should we wait?"


    "Don''t wait! Even if Enron''s stock price can still drop, the space is limited. Instead of wasting time to earn the last ''dollar'', it is better to invest the funds in more profitable projects!" Guo Shouyun shook his head and said.


    "Yes!"


    "Shaoling, it''s your turn!"


    Zhang Shaoling nodded and took out the prepared materials. After his eyes quickly swept over everyone, he said solemnly: "The Solomon Group has been taking positions in gold futures since its establishment. Earning $14.23 billion in pre-tax profits!"


    "Wow...!"


    As soon as Zhang Shaoling''s pre-tax profit came out, it quickly caused an exclamation in the entire conference room.


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    Chapter 268 Thunder Mid-Year Meeting (Part 2)


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    It is only a year since the Thunder Fund was established, and the Solomon Group has been operating on gold for even less time. In such a short period of time, it has achieved a pre-tax profit of 300 million US dollars, which has outperformed more than 90% of the world''s top 500 companies!


    However, even if everyone was surprised. But in fact, Zhang Shaoling''s return revenue is not sufficient. It''s not the $700 million that really earns the $300 million, but only a portion of it.


    Going a step further, breaking down the $700 million can be roughly divided into three parts. The first is the capital invested by Guo Shouyun since the beginning, totaling 5.2 billion US dollars. The second is about $2.3 billion in the earliest client funds of the Thunder Fund Solomon Group. Third, the news of Thunder Fund''s huge profits in gold futures spread, and with the expansion of Pan Pacific Group, the client funds that have been further increased after being confirmed from the side are about 4.7 billion US dollars.


    At present, more than 95% of the pre-tax profit of the Solomon Group of $300 million is the result of the operation of the first two parts of the fund, and it has little to do with the last part of $4.7 billion.


    But even so, Solomon''s results are amazing enough!


    "Shaoling, I won our bet!"


    In the eyes of envy and admiration, Zhang Shaoling, who should have been proud, couldn''t help but nodded to Guo Shouyun with a wry smile.


    In the previous gambling game between him and Guo Shouyun, the two sides invested 100 million US dollars to compare their performance within two months, and then decided how to use the revenue of the Thunder Fund Solomon Group. As a result, Guo Shouyun made a pre-tax profit of US$200 million by operating US$700 million, which is still US$7.4 billion after dividing by 7.


    However, Zhang Shaoling took his members to operate 100 million US dollars but only achieved 1.3 billion US dollars in revenue. Moreover, compared to Guo Shouyun''s only one operation, they have operated 5 times in gold shorts and longs in six or seven months.


    After spending more energy but not earning as much as the boss, Zhang Shaoling could only be convinced.


    Hearing the conversation between the two, everyone except the members of Solomon''s group was very curious about what the bet was in their mouths. However, Guo Shouyun did not mean to solve their confusion at all, but continued to ask: "How many funds are currently in the hands of the Solomon team?"


    "Another $200 million!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, after deducting the client''s principal and profits, there was only 500 million remaining in the Thunder Fund!


    After remembering the numbers in his mind, Guo Shouyun''s majestic eyes swept across the crowd.


    "Soon, I will have an investment plan. So, I need you to realize all the assets that you can sell before August 1, and mortgage loans that cannot be realized. In short, I want to be on August 1. See your best efforts to raise funds in your respective accounts."


    "clear!"


    Zhang Shaoling, Qin Zhicheng and John Lu Simi, who had already seen Guo Shouyun''s investment skills and talents like magic, agreed without hesitation.


    "Boss, do we want to participate too?"


    "Michael, I have promised you that I will not interfere in any of your investment decisions unless there is a major loss in Descendent Capital. This time it will be the same. If, if you are interested in my investment project, you can participate. If you If you''re not interested, I won''t force it!"


    Michael Barry frowned slightly, and after thinking for a moment, "Can I ask your next investment direction?"


    "Of course! ... In fact, you can guess it without saying it. I am interested in gold futures. According to my analysis, gold will have a good rise this year. So, I am going to raise funds to open a long position again!"


    "Can I ask why you''re bullish on gold?" Michael Barry followed.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said: "I am bullish on gold based on four reasons: first, the uncertainty brought about by the Argentine financial crisis to the global economic development. Second, after the Nasdaq crisis, the continued economic downturn in the United States and Western markets , which has led to the rise of value-preserving products, especially the price of gold. Third, the economic growth of China, India and other countries is improving, and the demand for gold has increased. Fourth, the stable supply of gold suppliers and the variance between gold demand expand."


    "Of course, these are based on my own judgment. But the same news, different people will draw different conclusions. Michael, you can go back and analyze it and give me the answer."


    Michael Barry nodded.


    "Okay, today''s meeting will end here temporarily. Oh, by the way, in a few days will be the Thunder Fund''s client reception. At that time, the people present may be beyond your imagination, so you should also prepare in advance these days. a bit."


    "Boss, don''t worry, we promise to dress up handsomely and not embarrass you!" Zhang Shaoling said with a smile.


    After looking at him with a smile, Guo Shouyun said, "I believe what Lao Qin said, as for you...!"


    Looking at the big boss shaking his head, and then looking at Qin Zhicheng, Zhang Shaoling felt that he was indeed inferior to these two handsome men in appearance, but his eyes lit up quickly when he saw the person next to him.


    "Old Qin is indeed a little more handsome than me But I''m definitely better than John and Michael!"


    Michael Barry was stunned. He obviously didn''t expect Zhang Shaoling to burn the ''war'' on himself. However, he is naturally not interested in social interaction, and even with some obstacles, he just frowned and didn''t say much. Not so with John Luthmi.


    "Zhang, at least I''m taller than you!"


    "Uh!"


    Glancing at John Lu Simi in amazement, Zhang Shaoling shook his head helplessly after comparing himself with a height of just over 1.7 meters.


    "Ha ha��!"


    His expression, as well as the interaction of several people before, successfully caused everyone to laugh in the conference room.


    "Okay! This is the end of the joke." Guo Shouyun stretched out his hand and pressed it, signalling everyone to calm down, "Remember the reception in three days, you are all the protagonists. At that time, how much money can be solicited for your respective departments depends entirely on Your job is up!"


    "Boss, can I not attend the reception?" After everyone nodded, Michael Barry suddenly raised his hand and asked.


    "Yes. But Michael, although I understand your feelings, I still hope you can come to participate. After all, you are also part of the Thunder Fund!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, Michael Barry seemed very hesitant!


    "Michael, let''s come together. In fact, the reception is just for everyone to chat and drink together. Nothing complicated!" Qin Zhicheng said.


    "Yeah! And last time our boss fought at Netflix''s listing reception!"


    Facing John Lu Simie''s ridicule, Guo Shouyun shrugged, but didn''t say much.


    Seeing everyone''s encouraging eyes, Michael Barry hesitated for a moment and then nodded.


    "Very good. I''m officially here today, and the meeting is over!"


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    Chapter 269 Thunder Customer Reception


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    "Charlie, the guards here are too tight, we can''t get in at all."


    A young man in a black suit complained to his companion in frustration.


    "Hey, Chris, what do you think this is?"


    Charlie Hagstrom took out a beautifully packaged invitation from his pocket and handed it to his companion.


    "This is... an invitation letter from the Thunder Fund?"


    Chris Doss took it, opened it to see the contents inside, and said in surprise.


    Charlie nodded with a smile, "This time we don''t have to climb the wall, and we don''t have to be afraid of being kicked out!"


    After Chris Doss nodded vigorously, he patted his forehead angrily and said, "Why didn''t I expect to get a fake certificate? It''s so stupid!"


    His words instantly made Charlie''s expression, which had a smug look on his face, turned gloomy.


    "Damn it, Chris, you saw it clearly. This is a real invitation letter, not a Xibei that you can get for ten dollars!"


    "Impossible! You are as clean as your face, how could you be a client of the Thunder Fund?" Chris shook his head repeatedly, as if he believed in you.


    No wonder he is like this, now the minimum investment standard for Thunder Fund clients has risen to $100,000. In other words, if your one-time investment is lower than this amount, then sorry, even if you want to invest, we will not ask for it.


    "Of course I''m not Leiting''s client, but my father is. He was the first client of Leiting Fund when it was first established. At that time, Leiting''s account opening requirements were not as high as they are now!"


    "Your father?" Chris nodded knowingly, "It''s possible!"


    The two grew up together, and he knew that Chris'' father, who ran several gas stations in San Francisco, was considered affluent.


    "...However, you stole your dad''s invitation letter, in case he finds out...?"


    "I don''t care so much. Besides, he won''t lose anything even if he doesn''t participate in this Thunder''s reception. If we can get the internal information of this reception, it will be enough to sell for a sky-high price in any newspaper. At that time, we will We have the money to start our business plan!"


    Chris, who was hesitant at first, thought of the entrepreneurial plan that the two were still planning, and his attitude quickly became firm.


    He and Charlie are both graduates of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. After obtaining a double degree in electrical engineering and computer engineering respectively, they came to Silicon Valley to study electric vehicles, but because the concept is too advanced, and they also lack the necessary Funding channels, their plans are still on paper. This time, when Charlie came home to seek help from his father, he found an invitation letter from the Thunder Fund on his desk.


    After thinking about the news he saw on the news today, this plan of using chickens to lay eggs appeared in his mind like an electric shock. And it was soon put into practice by him.


    "By the way, are the pinhole camera and voice recorder ready?"


    "Of course! But how are we going to bring it in?"


    "I''ve thought about it for a long time!" With that, Charlie took off his left leather shoe under the surprised eyes of his old friend.


    "Give me something!"


    After Chris pulled out of his pocket the camera and small tape recorder he had bought for the auction. Watching Charlie take it, wrap it in a layer of aluminum foil, stuff it into a condom, then put the heel, put the insole in, and finally put the shoe on and stomp on the ground.


    "That''s it!"


    "Can this really escape inspection?" Chris wondered.


    "Of course! Inspections like this kind of banquet are more to prevent people from bringing guns in and causing danger. The inspection scope is mainly concentrated on the legs, crotch and upper body, and the soles are rarely inspected. Besides, most of our equipment The materials are all plastic, and there is no radiation or signal when the machine is turned off, and with effective isolation, unless God does not allow us to succeed, it will never be detected, don��t worry!��


    Although Chris remains skeptical, there is no better way for him now than to just let it go.


    "Okay, don''t think about it, let''s go, it''s almost time!"


    When the words fell, Chris was pulled into the car by Charlie.


    "By the way, I still got these two Armani suits from my dad, but don''t get him dirty! Otherwise, it will cost a lot of money to wash them!"


    "I know. . . . Charlie, do you think we''re going to look too low-grade in a Toyota Corolla?"


    "I want to drive a Mercedes too, but we''re out of money, Chris!"


    "Okay! ...why did the Thunder set the banquet in New York instead of Chicago? So we could use your dad''s Mercedes.


    "Chris, stop your whining. It''s affecting my driving."


    "Okay. . . . Charlie, do you think we can make it?"


    "Chris, shut up."


    "Sorry! ... Charlie, how much do you think we can sell the video for? Twenty thousand dollars? Or more?"


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    In Shanglin Garden, New York, Guo Shouyun''s only residence in the Big Apple. This 3.6-acre luxury estate on the seaside of East Hampton, a wealthy area of ??Long Island, is not top-notch, but it is enough as the venue for the Thunder Fund client reception.


    The luxuriously decorated, brightly lit hall is filled with radiance and the atmosphere is very warm.


    Because the outside world has always had different opinions on the specific revenue of the Thunder Fund, so after getting the information about the reception of this reception, they tried every means to join in to take a look! Therefore, the number of accounts opened by Thunder Fund has skyrocketed in just a few days.


    "I didn''t expect so many people to come back!"


    Looking at the crowded crowd in the hall, Zhang Shaoling, who was standing on the second floor leaning on the railing, was surprised.


    "It''s only in the hall, there''s more on the lawn outside!" John Ruthmi said.


    "Does the Thunder Fund have so many clients?" Qin Zhicheng asked in surprise.


    "I heard from the boss that there were not so many originally, but before the reception started, the number of Thunder''s customers suddenly doubled. Moreover, they are basically the kind of guys who only invest $100,000!" John Luthmi said .


    "So, these guys are here to find out the news!" Zhang Shaoling said.


    John Lusmi nodded, "But there are also many potential customers among them. In addition, 100,000 US dollars is not a small amount, and together it has added two or three billion US dollars of capital to us!"


    "Let''s go, let''s stop standing on it. We will meet these guys together, and by the way, we will get some funds for our own group. Besides, if the boss sees us resting on the top, and he is struggling below, I am afraid It won''t give us a good face!" Qin Zhicheng said with a smile.


    Zhang Shaoling and John Lu Simie nodded.


    "Those guys down there are fat lambs and I can''t wait to get more money out of their generous pockets!"


    Zhang Shaoling laughed and walked downstairs with his companions. However, his footsteps soon stopped.


    "Michael, aren''t you going to go down?"


    Standing still, Michael Barry shook his head, "You guys go! I''m not used to this kind of situation."


    He has social phobia and is naturally resistant to crowded situations. Zhang Shaoling and the others, who had already gotten to know him through their contacts in the past few days, did not push themselves too hard.


    "Alright then! If there is anything, please inform us in time!" Qin Zhicheng said.


    "OK!"


    Michael Barry nodded and watched the three go downstairs and leave.


    At this time, two sneaky guys also managed to get in.


    "Chris, are you all done?"


    "Don''t worry, I have already debugged it when I was in the toilet just now, everything is ok!"


    "That''s good, let''s get to work. We must take advantage of this rare opportunity to earn the first start-up capital for the business!"


    The two looked at each other and looked at their excited eyes. After each clenched their fists to cheer each other and themselves, they began to look around.


    "Wow, look over there, Tim Draper, the CEO of Defengjie, he came to our school to give a speech last semester!"


    "The guy standing next to him is Mitt Romney of Bain Capital!"


    "And Netflix CEO Reed Hastings, I really want to know what the three of them are talking about!"


    "Look, Ted Turner, Chairman of Time Warner!"


    "I saw Stan O''Neal, CEO of Merrill Lynch!"


    "That''s Morgan Stanley''s CEO, Walker Fairbank. I''ve seen him on TV."


    "Oh, Rich Ford, CEO of the Ford Family Foundation, didn''t expect him to be here too! .


    Too many powerful figures in the political and business circles of the United States who are usually only seen in the news media gathered here at this time, which gave Chris and Charlie a huge shock. It was not until the nerves were numb from the shock of everything in front of them that their emotions calmed down a little.


    "Where is Bruce Guo, he is the protagonist of our filming today!" Chuck said.


    "Should be outside!"


    "Come on, let''s go out and see!"


    The two walked out of the villa lobby and soon found the protagonist they wanted to shoot on the lawn in the garden outside.


    "ohmygod, is that Prince William?"


    "And the British ambassador!"


    Not to mention the two people who were already stunned, Guo Shouyun was also surprised to see William here.


    "William, why are you here?"


    "Hehe, Bruce, I''m also a client of Thunder Fund!"


    Laughing, William gave Guo Shouyun a warm hug.


    "By the way, let me introduce you, this is Mr. Markle, the British ambassador to the United States!"


    "Hello, Mr. Ambassador!"


    After briefly sizing up the tall, thin, smiling middle-aged man, Guo Shouyun greeted him politely.


    "It''s a great honor to meet Mr. Guo!"


    The two simply shook hands.


    "William, Li is here tonight, you can meet him later!"


    The Li Guo Shouyun was talking about was Li Zeju, and this time he brought Li Zekai, who is more familiar to Guo Shouyun.


    "Oh, is that so! Since the last time we separated in the UK, we have been in contact with each other on the phone a few times, but we haven''t seen each other again. I''ll have a good chat this time!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and was about to speak, but stopped because of Wendy''s words in his ear.


    "Boss, here comes Mr. Buffett!"


    With a flash of eyes, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "William, I have to greet other guests, so I won''t accompany you more."


    "Ok, you are the protagonist tonight. However, I will stay in the United States for a few days this time. You, the landlord, must be a good tour guide!"


    "no problem!"


    After a few simple and polite words, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked towards the entrance with Wendy.


    Before long, the familiar face of Warren Buffett appeared in front of him. However, in addition to Buffett himself, there is also his deputy at Berkshire Hathaway, Charlie Munger, who is also well-known in the American financial world.


    In addition, with the influence of Buffett and Munger, there will never be a shortage of people around them who take the initiative to come to the door. What''s more, there are quite a few top figures in the upper class in the United States where Guo Shouyun stands today. Many of them are acquainted with both of them. Therefore, when Guo Shouyun came over, a lot of people had gathered around Buffett and Munger. These include Goldman Sachs CEO Blank Fein, Carlyle CEO David Rubinstein, and Blackstone CEO Steve Schwarzman.


    "Mr. BuffettMr. Munger, everyone, do you mind if I come in?"


    Guo Shouyun''s voice successfully attracted their attention to himself.


    "Of course I don''t mind, in fact we very much hope to have a chat with Mr. Guo!" Warren Buffett laughed. Charlie Munger, who was standing beside him, nodded in agreement.


    "Mr. Guo is the protagonist of this evening. All of us here hope to talk to you about business, especially investment experience!" David Rubinstein laughed.


    "About investment, it is better for you to discuss with Mr. Buffett and Mr. Munger. My performance is far behind the two!" Although Guo Shouyun is confident, but standing in front of the great **** of value investment, he is also a little lack of confidence.


    "Mr. Guo is too humble! Charlie and I can''t make nearly 10 billion profits in seven months like you!" Buffett laughed.


    "It''s just a coincidence. I didn''t expect to make so much profit at first!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "All coincidences are strength plus a little luck! Moreover, I also believe that Mr. Guo''s success is not a coincidence." Charlie Munger said.


    "Mr. Guo, Charlie rarely praises people!" Buffett laughed.


    "Then I''m really honored!"


    "The three are top figures in the investment field, so don''t praise each other here. If you have time, give us some pointers!" said Blank Fein.


    "Yeah! We''re all friends, and you can''t have a good opportunity alone!" David Rubinstein laughed.


    "You both understand that if you want to make money, you should ask Mr. Guo for advice." Buffett waved his hand with a smile.


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    "I don''t dare to ask for advice. If everyone is interested, we can discuss it together!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand and said.


    "I personally look forward to having more exchanges with Mr. Guo on gold trading!" Charlie Munger said.


    "Oh? Of course there is no problem, but when did Mr. Munger give up his investment habits!"


    Anyone who invests knows that Charlie Munger and his partner Warren Buffett are true believers in the American theory of value investing. And Guo Shouyun''s gold speculation is obviously not related to value investment.


    "The collision of wisdom makes it easier to generate excellent ideas. The grid constructed by these excellent ideas can help me make a correct judgment when investing. Therefore, the exchange class does not mean that I will give up my investment method!"


    "An answer full of wisdom." After a pause, "Mr. Buffett, I really envy you for having such an excellent partner!"


    "Charlie and I are not partners, but like-minded friends who have been together for many years! Berkshire Hathaway is just a by-product of our practice of our respective ideas!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and looked at the time, "Everyone, let''s go outside, it''s almost time."


    "There has been a lot of speculation about the financial status of the Thunder Fund in the financial world, and now we finally have the opportunity to know the detailed results!" Blank Fein said.


    His words made everyone around him nodded in unison. The main reason why they came here tonight is for this.


    "Then everyone please!"


    "Please!"


    When Guo Shouyun brought Buffett and others to the lawn behind the wider garden, the staff of the Thunder Fund arranged in advance also invited the living room and other guests here.


    Under the bright lights, four or five hundred people gathered together, and it looked a bit dense in the dark.


    After simply saying goodbye to Buffett, Blank Fein and others and leaving, Guo Shouyun stepped onto the specially prepared podium under the attention of everyone.


    His eyes swept over everyone in the audience, Guo Shouyun held the microphone and simply organized the language in his heart, "Misters and ladies, welcome you to the Leiting Fund''s client reception tonight, I''m the CEO of Leiting Fund. Bruce."


    After a burst of applause, Guo Shouyun continued: "For a long time, the US economic circle, especially the financial circle, has been speculating about the financial status of the Thunder Fund. There are even radical media and commentators who say We are a Ponzi scheme. Today, I specially held this Leiting Fund client reception reception, inviting all Leiting Fund clients to get together and explain to you the business performance of Leiting in the past six months! On the other hand, it also allows you to understand how much the funds in your account are currently profitable!"


    After a pause, "In addition, for those clients who know us well, they know that Thunder Fund has three main divisions and one subsidiary. They each have their own managers. Then they will represent their respective divisions, On behalf of Thunder, we will announce the operation of their various departments in the past six months. ... Now, let us welcome Mr. John Luthmi, Centaur Department Manager of Thunder Fund, with warm applause."


    If possible, Guo Shouyun prefers to let Michael Barry and his descendants capital go first, because they manage the smallest amount of funds. Starting with them, then the centaur department, the unicorn department, and finally the Solomon department, the excitement level goes from low to high, making it easier for people to keep their minds in a state of excitement for a long time. Under the excitement, it is easier to make some emotional decisions. For example, additional investment originally in the Thunder Fund.


    But unfortunately, when he communicated with Michael Barry, he refused. Guo Shouyun, who knew his mental state and habits, did not force it.


    In the warm applause, John Luthmi stepped onto the makeshift podium. He was born in a famous family, and he was obviously able to cope with such occasions with ease.


    "It''s a great honor to stand here tonight as a member of the Thunder Fund to introduce the Centaur division''s mid-year financial situation. Before the official introduction, I''ll share some personal feelings. ... Before joining the Thunder, I always thought that investment It is based on objective data analysis and subjective control of funds, so investors should treat their own data strictly and analyze the market carefully. Up to now, although I still insist on this investment view, I also admit that, Sometimes for a few investment geniuses, their intuition is often more accurate than any data!"


    "It seems that your employees respect you very much!"


    Karl Rove, who was sitting on Guo Shouyun''s left, smiled.


    He is also a client of Thunder Fund, and due to the relationship between the two, he was naturally invited, and he was also arranged to sit next to Guo Shouyun.


    "Although I''m really happy to be praised. However, if I let everyone know that I use my intuition to invest, I''m afraid that all the clients of the Thunder Fund will run away!" Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly and smiled.


    "Bruce, the vast majority of clients vote with their feet. They care about the amount of extra money in their accounts, not how the money came from? So, the next thing you should worry about is the need for the Thunder Fund. So much money to manage that you have to adjust your investment plan!��


    Michael Spencer, Dean of Stanford University''s School of Business, tutor of Guo Shouyun''s Department of Economics, has just won the Nobel Prize in Economics, and he was placed on Guo Shouyun''s right hand.


    "If that''s the case, it would be great. I never give up on the amount of money I manage!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "...The Centaur team currently manages a total of 437 million US dollars of funds, mainly in stocks, futures, and currencies. Since its establishment, it has achieved a total growth of 347.43%...!"


    Guo Shouyun already knew about the financial status of the Centaur team when the Thunder Fund was summarizing it in the middle of the year a few days ago. So, now that he heard it, he didn''t feel much. But the people around him were not him.


    When the three-and-a-half-fold growth rate of the centaur team was reported, the crowd in the audience burst into exclamations.


    Of course, in addition to surprise, more people want to explore the story behind this amazing growth. However, because there is no microphone in hand, most people do not have this opportunity. However, the people sitting beside and before Guo Shouyun were obviously not in this group.


    "Bruce, if I remember correctly, the Thunder Fund''s centaur team should be less than three months away from its establishment, right?" asked Stan O''Neal, who was sitting on the right side of Karl Rove.


    He is the chairman of the board of directors and CEO of Merrill Lynch. In addition to the overt and secret cooperation with Guo Shouyun, he is naturally more concerned about the news of the Thunder Fund, so he knows more.


    "Indeed!" After nodding and looking at the curious eyes around him, Guo Shouyun simply explained: "The growth of the centaur department also benefited from the Argentine financial crisis. As for the more detailed content, all customers who invest in the centaur department will receive us. an explanatory document.��


    "Now I can''t wait to see this document!"


    Stan O''Neill''s words were successfully recognized by everyone around him.


    After John Lu Simey introduced the situation of the centaur team, he went to Qin Zhicheng''s unicorn team.


    Because the cds bond investment in Enron, WorldCom, and Arthur Andersen has been hidden, and the income from Enron''s short position has not been fully pocketed. Therefore, with the unicorn''s capital of nearly one billion, his revenue did not bring much shock to people.


    But when Zhang Shaoling, who was in charge of Solomon''s department, walked up, everyone cheered up.


    Anyone who comes here today is a client of the Thunder Fund, or someone who knows it. Everyone knows that among the several departments of the Thunder Fund, Solomon was the first to be established. Therefore, the income of the Thunder Fund in gold naturally depends on it.


    Facing the concerned eyes, Zhang Shaoling, who was standing on the stage, couldn''t help taking a deep breath. Since graduating from college, even if he had more confidence in himself, he never thought that he would one day stand on such a stage, facing so many famous names below, and has a wide influence in the political and business circles of the United States. Powerful top figure.


    Now, everything that used to be like a dream bubble has become so clear, Zhang Shaoling certainly understands why.


    Taking a deep look at the seat below, he was smiling and looking at his young boss with encouraging eyes, and Zhang Shaoling said in a high voice into the microphone: "Hello everyone, I''m Shaoling, the manager of the Solomon department of the Thunder Fund. �� Zhang. Today, on behalf of the Thunder Fund, I am very honored to report to you the achievements of the Solomon department since its establishment! I believe that everything I hear next will be very clear to you. Choose the Thunder Fund to take care of your business. Wealth is the most correct choice you have made!"


    After Guo Shouyun took the lead in applauding, Zhang Shaoling said again: "...Since the establishment of the Solomon department until now, we have managed a total of 9.37 billion US dollars of customer funds and accumulated a pre-tax profit of 14.23 billion US dollars...!"


    "ohmygod, really? $14.23 billion pretax profit?"


    "It''s incredible, the Thunder Fund has only been established for a year, right?"


    "incredible!"��


    After Zhang Shaoling finished speaking, there were bursts of exclamations in the audience unsurprisingly!


    Of course, Guo Shouyun also heard countless questioning questions.


    "Bruce, is this true? In just over half a year, you guys made nearly $1.5 billion?" Karl Rove was surprised.


    He is also one of the first clients of the Thunder Fund, so he naturally knows when it will start operating. After all, the Thunder Fund has only been established for one year. And the time to operate on gold is even shorter.


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    "We also caught up with Argentina''s financial crisis, otherwise we wouldn''t be able to earn so much!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "There are many opportunities, but very few people have the ability to find them and seize them! Through the operation of the Thunder Fund, we can see that Bruce, your talent in this area is really top!" Stan O''Neal said.


    His words also made the people around him nodded in unison.


    Looking at the complex eyes full of envy, even jealousy, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Thank you for your compliments. However, the money earned by the Thunder Fund also has some of you! So, if I really want to talk about the ability to seize opportunities, everyone also Not bad. Picking the Thunder out of thousands of funds in the U.S. itself speaks to your ability to take your chances!"


    Although being envied and jealous is a good experience, sometimes this emotion can also catalyze some unnecessary troubles. Therefore, Guo Shouyun emphatically reminded: everyone who has money makes money together.


    "Haha, Bruce is right! I''m part of the $14.23 billion!" Karl Rove laughed.


    The words of the two quickly made the people around them react, and the flow of traffic on their faces showed joy. They are also Lei Ting''s customers, and Lei Ting''s money naturally has a part of him. However, while some people are happy, they can''t help but have some more troubles.


    "Why didn''t I invest more money in the first place?"


    After the fact, Zhuge Liang is the mentality that everyone will have!


    "Mr. Guo, the Thunder Fund has indeed made a lot of money, but the $14.23 billion is a bit exaggerated. I believe that many people present will have the same doubts as me, so is there any way you can dispel our doubts? After all, this It''s about the safety of our funds!"


    Not far from Guo Shouyun, a middle-aged man with golden glasses asked.


    Guo Shouyun is no stranger to him.


    "Mr. Mo Yin, all of Leiting Fund''s revenue is tax-registered. In addition, we will send specific financial information to each client in the middle of the year and at the end of the year. If they plan to withdraw their funds, it will be very smooth. If Mr. Mo Yin is not satisfied with what I said, then I can only say sorry!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "Joria, Citi is also investing in the Thunder?" Stan O''Neal asked.


    "Mr. O''Neal, isn''t it the same with Merrill?"


    "It''s different, I''m me, and Merrill is Merrill. I''m a Thunder customer, but not Merrill!"


    After Jolia Moyin smiled faintly, "I am also similar to Mr. O''Neill."


    "Everyone, sit down for a while, it''s my turn to go up and clean up!" After finishing the words, Guo Shouyun waved his hand and turned to walk towards the podium. At this time, Zhang Shaoling, who had already introduced the revenue of Solomon''s department, greeted Guo Shouyun, turned around and walked down.


    "Gentlemen and ladies, I think what you want to know has been learned in the report just now. As for the rest of the more specific content, we will send you an email to explain. If you have any doubts, You can ask us by email, and we will answer according to whether the content involves the core secrets of Leiting Fund. If it involves the secret information of our operation, then sorry, for the safety of all customers of Leiting Fund and future profits, we will keep it confidential. The measures, please understand. ... In addition, because there are too many guests today, we have canceled the question and answer session. If you have any questions, please ask online!"


    After a pause, "In addition, it should be noted that in order to ensure the efficiency and management level of the Leiting Fund, we will not add too many staff, so in order to serve everyone as well as possible, we will invest in the Leiting Fund. The gate is set at $2 million, placing higher demands on the financial level of new customers. Of course, existing customers are not within the limits.��


    "Also, we will make certain adjustments to the commission ratio of each department of the Thunder Fund. When the annualized rate of return of Thunder is 6% to 10%, we will charge a 5% commission from the pre-tax profit; annualized When the rate of return is in the range of 10%~18%, we will charge 7% of the pre-tax profit; when the annualized rate of return is in the range of 18%~26%, we will charge 9% of the pre-tax profit. fee; when the annualized rate of return is in the range of 25%~33%, we will charge a handling fee of 11% from the pre-tax profit; that is to say, for every 8% increase in the annualized rate of return, we will charge a fee from the pre-tax profit. The commission is increased by 2%, and the maximum commission rate is still 40%!��


    "The last thing I want to say is that our Leiting Fund will send each client a profit and loss statement of your own investment in Leiting every six months. We will answer your questions as much as possible without disclosing the operating secrets of Leiting and without harming the interests of Leiting and our clients. In addition, the lock-up period for each client of Leiting Fund is half a year, that is to say, if you invest in Leiting, then You cannot redeem your own fund shares within half a year, no matter whether he makes a profit or a loss! If the time is half a year, you will have one month to apply for redemption. If after one month, we do not receive your redemption expression, Then you can only wait another half a year."


    "Okay, what I said above is what I want to emphasize to you on behalf of the Thunder Fund. As for the more specific content, I will have a more detailed explanation in the email sent to you. ... Finally, welcome everyone to visit Shanglin Garden, Participate in the Thunder Fund''s mid-year client reception. Next, it''s still banquet time, everyone can relax here!"


    After the words fell, Guo Shouyun nodded to the crowd, then turned around and walked off the podium.


    As the banquet resumed, the whole manor soon became lively again. However, compared to before, not only Guo Shouyun, but also Zhang Shaoling, Qin Zhicheng and John Lu Simi were surrounded by guests listening for news.


    I believe that if Michael Barry hadn''t hid and didn''t come, he would have been by his side.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun, the master, must be the busiest. And there are too many big people at this banquet, and everyone needs him to greet them in person. So, even though he didn''t talk about anything important, he was still exhausted after one night.


    Not physically tired, but mentally tired. After all, when you talk to everyone, you have to think about it in your head right now, turn a few corners, and then answer. Or, you have to figure out the deep meaning contained in every word of others. If he could, he really wanted to run 10,000 meters and was unwilling to deal with these guys with all kinds of thoughts.


    However, despite being physically and mentally exhausted last night, he woke up early the next morning guided by his biological clock.


    After running, taking a shower and coming downstairs, the dining table was not rich, but it was definitely his favorite breakfast, and there were also major American newspapers next to it.


    Without Guo Shouyun''s surprise, the front page of almost every newspaper was news of the Thunder Fund''s client reception last night. In particular, the excess revenue of 14.23 billion US dollars is emphasized in black and bold, which is so eye-catching.


    "Bruce Guo, a financial genius beyond the times!"


    "Half a year, 15 billion US dollars, Thunder, an unparalleled financial giant!"


    "The most successful Chinese speculative genius in America ever!"


    Of course, The Wall Street Journal, which has always been against Guo Shouyun, still hasn''t given any positive content.


    "Meteor, or star? Judging from Thunder''s operation, it is more likely to belong to the former!"


    After a brief glance, and found nothing new, Guo Shouyun threw the newspapers aside.


    "Boss, I received a call from Mr. Buffett and Mr. Munger this morning!" Wendy reminded.


    "I know, they mentioned it to me last night!"


    "Then do I need to make arrangements in advance?"


    "It''s enough to prepare a rich lunch without any special arrangements."


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, Wendy. Call Zhang Lei for me and ask him how the things I asked him to prepare are doing now!"


    "clear!"


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    Chapter 272 Investment from Buffett


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    Guo Shouyun finished his breakfast quickly, reviewed what he needed to do today, and started to get busy.


    At about 9:30 in the morning, Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, two guests who are valued by Guo Shouyun, let him temporarily get away from the busyness.


    "Mr. Buffett, Mr. Munger, welcome!"


    "thanks!"


    "You two, please sit down!"


    After a simple handshake, Guo Shouyun greeted the two and sat down on the sofa in the living room.


    "Mr. Buffett, I have Coke here!"


    Buffett smiled. All Americans know he loves Coke.


    "No, just like what you Chinese people say, ''do as the locals do'', I''ll drink tea with you too!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Mr. Munger, how about you?"


    "me too!"


    "Wendy, make a pot of Biluochun!"


    The latter nodded, turned and left.


    "Mr. Buffett, Mr. Munger, I''ve heard the names of the two for a long time, and I always wanted to visit, but I couldn''t find the time. I originally thought that I would wait for the busy period and let Mr. Lu Simie introduce us to know each other. I didn''t expect the two It was an honor to visit early!��


    "Mr. Guo, you''re welcome! You don''t think we''ve taken the liberty of being very good!" Charlie Munger said.


    "Hehe, Mr. Munger is serious. How could I take the liberty of two distinguished guests that no one can invite!"


    "Boss, Mr. Buffett, Mr. Munger, tea is ready!" Wendy walked over and said.


    "You two, come and have a taste, this is the top green tea Biluochun I ordered from Huaxia!"


    Buffett and Munger nodded, and the three took their teacups and took a sip.


    "Sure enough, but it feels a little sweet, have you put sugar?" Buffett asked in surprise. He knows that Chinese people drink tea without sugar.


    "I was afraid that the two of you couldn''t get used to the bitter taste of tea, so I put some red dates in it!"


    "I see! But it tastes good!"


    "You two are satisfied!"


    After the three of them took a sip of the tea in their cups, Buffett and Munger looked at each other, and after a simple exchange, they also planned to get to the point. After all, everyone''s time is precious and cannot be wasted arbitrarily.


    "Mr. Guo, can you talk about the Pan Pacific Energy Group?" Buffett said.


    Guo Shouyun moved in his heart and nodded.


    "certainly!"


    "What is Mr. Guo''s plan for the future of Pan Pacific Energy Group? I mean the business direction."


    "We have discussed this at the very beginning of Pan Pacific Group''s establishment. In the next ten years, Pan Pacific Group''s business scope will revolve around the three main directions of energy, public utilities and energy trading!"


    "Can I understand electricity production, gas and electricity services, and electricity and gas trading sites?" Buffett asked further.


    "At present, yes, but it does not rule out the expansion of upstream and downstream business!"


    "Mr. Guo means that transportation and natural gas production will be involved in the future?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "The future of Pan Pacific Group is a comprehensive energy service company."


    "Similar to Exxon Mobil or Chevron?" Charlie Munger said suddenly.


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "No, Pan Pacific Energy''s focus has always been on public services and electricity, and production will be an important puzzle piece for the group. At present, even in the next ten years, energy, especially natural gas and oil production, are not ours. The focus of attention!"


    "What about ten years later?"


    After looking at the sharp-eyed Charlie Munger, Guo Shouyun smiled indifferently: "Ten years is a long time. As for what will happen in ten years, who knows. It depends on the situation!"


    After listening, Buffett and Charlie Munger looked at each other, and the former said, "Mr. Guo, can we take a look at the current financial statements of Pan Pacific Energy Group?"


    "Mr. Buffett is interested in us?"


    "Of course!" After nodding without hesitation, "After a series of acquisitions, Pan Pacific Energy Group now owns nearly 40% of the electricity and natural gas users in the United States, far surpassing Duke Energy, which ranks second. , even more than the top five utilities combined except Pan Pacific itself. Although this can not be called a monopoly, it also constitutes a kind of strong business core. In addition, After a series of mergers and acquisitions, you also have a power production capacity of nearly 60,000 per megawatt hour, which is an excellent quality asset. Finally, building on these two assets, the energy transaction of the Pan Pacific Group There are more and more users of the website, which can be regarded as a good development. Therefore, on the whole, Pan Pacific Group is a high-quality company worth investing in!��


    After listening, Guo Shouyun thought for a while, "Thank you Mr. Buffett for his affirmation of our company. However, Pan Pacific Energy Group is now carrying more than 50 billion US dollars in foreign debt, and we have suffered heavy losses in the previous California energy crisis. , In addition, there is still a lot of aging equipment in the company that needs to be updated. ... So I am curious, in such a situation, does Mr. Buffett still think we have investment value?"


    "If I changed it before, investing in Pan Pacific Group would still make me a little skeptical. But after getting to know Mr. Guo, it has strengthened my investment confidence!" Buffett laughed.


    "Oh, I''d love to hear about it!"


    "First, the utilities and power industries are relatively closed and the competition is low. So, the performance is relatively stable. In fact, what Mr. Guo doesn''t know is that if you hadn''t acquired the Southern California and Pacific companies in the first place If so, I have a good chance of investing in them."


    "So I should be glad I was one step ahead?"


    "This is because Mr. Guo has more courage and boldness! At the beginning, I decided to invest in shares after the California energy crisis was over!" After a pause, "Second, Mr. Guo has unmatched talents in financial investment. To this day, I still remember the shocking 14.23 billion yuan last night. With this part of foreign capital investment, coupled with the return to normal profitability of Pan Pacific Energy Group itself, it can be said that its future is destined to be more brilliant than it is now.��


    "Third, despite the continuous expansion of Fan Taiping Energy Group during this period, the structure and personnel have become more and more complex. But at the same time, I also noticed that you have been constantly changing the corporate management structure, eliminating unqualified employees, optimizing Corporate efficiency and cost reduction are all behaviors that successful companies should have. So, I plan to get the preferred stock of Pan Pacific Group before anyone else notices this opportunity!��


    "... Is Mr. Guo still satisfied with my explanation?"


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Mr. Buffett''s answer was beyond my expectations."


    "Does Mr. Guo agree with our Berkshire Hathaway investment?" Buffett asked immediately.


    "With Berkshire Hathaway''s reputation, if you''re going to invest, I''m naturally willing. However, now that Pan Pacific Energy Group has been delisted. Coupled with this period of time we have been expanding, management The layer reforms have not stopped. So, there is no accurate number to assess the value of Pan Pacific Energy Group. So if Berkshire Hathaway wants to invest, it may wait until we stabilize a little bit. Row!"


    Buffett and Charlie Munger frowned at the same time.


    "Mr. Guo, nothing is as important as time. So, we don''t mind waiting, but we need an accurate time!"


    Munger''s words represent the blackface he is singing in this negotiation. However, Guo Shouyun also understands the importance of time. After a brief consideration, "Two months, two months later, we will officially start financing negotiations!"


    "Well, we can wait two months. ... Hope we can work with Mr. Guo!" Charlie Munger said.


    "Of course, that''s what I expected too!"


    At this point, the official business is over. The three chatted casually, and stayed at Guo Shouyun''s place to eat lunch together before they left Boss, do you really want to introduce Berkshire Hathaway''s investment? "Wendy, who was standing behind Guo Shouyun, frowned slightly.


    "certainly!"


    "However, we are not short of funds!"


    "We''re not short of money, but wouldn''t it be better if more money came in? Besides, Berkshire Hathaway, represented by Buffett, is a purely financial investment that doesn''t jeopardize our control over Pan Pacific. In this case, why should we push it out? Moreover, with Berkshire Hathaway''s influence in the business community in the United States and even the world, its investment can greatly enhance investors'' confidence in Pan Pacific Group. At that time , when we issued corporate bonds for financing, it was much easier than it is now." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    In fact, there was one more thing he didn''t say. Introducing Berkshire Hathaway''s investment in the Pan Pacific Group, in addition to getting a sum of money to support the development of the business, can also find a political ally for itself. When necessary, as a collaborator, he can turn to Buffett and Charlie Munger for help.


    "By the way, boss! Just received the news from Zhang Lei."


    "Oh, what did he say?" Guo Shouyun''s eyes lit up and he said quickly.


    "He said that everything you explained has been done. At present, the entire account of the Mango Seeds Fund has prepared a spare fund of 850 million US dollars for you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "$850 million? It''s pretty much what I expected!"


    At present, the shares of Jianlibao Group, Country Garden, and even NetEase are of limited value. With some miscellaneous assets, it''s not bad to be able to scrape together three or four billion dollars.


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    Since the Thunder Fund client reception, Guo Shouyun''s reputation in the U.S. financial community has been booming under a series of media reports. Invitation letters from institutions and individuals poured towards him like snowflakes. Everyone wants to meet this comet-rising financial genius!


    However, Guo Shouyun, who is in the center of the whirlpool, did not take this opportunity to actively participate in social activities to expand his network of contacts. It''s not that he doesn''t want to, but Molly Bevin, who is in the UK, is less than a month and a half away from her due date. At this time, pregnant women are already at high risk, and any accident may lead to premature birth. Therefore, even if Bush Jr. was included in these invitations, Guo Shouyun also politely declined. Then, after briefly dealing with the affairs in the United States, I flew back to the United Kingdom on my own private jet.


    However, in comparison, this time back, Guo Shouyun had a special guest by his side!


    "William, aren''t you going to stay in the United States for three days, why are you going back so soon?"


    "Originally, I planned to stay for a few more days, but my father called and asked me to report to St Andrews University in advance, so...!"


    Prince William shrugged, a helpless look on his face.


    "It turns out that it was my father''s fate! ... But it''s time for you to go to university. You''ve been off for a year since you graduated from Eton!"


    William nodded, "Actually, I''d rather go to study, so that I can meet a lot of new friends. But I prefer Oxford and Cambridge more than St Andrews!"


    "Why? Although St Andrews ranks behind Oxford and Cambridge, her teaching skills are not bad!"


    The University of St Andrews ranks third in the 2000 British University Rankings published by The Times, and also ranks third in the 2000 Complete University Guide Rankings and The Guardian, and ranks in the three most authoritative British local rankings. 1st in Scotland and 3rd in the UK, second only to Oxford and Cambridge in academic rankings. In 2001, it ranked 97th in the QS World University Rankings, and it is the top 1% of the world''s top research universities.


    "There are too few people. I like places with lots of people!" William shook his head.


    There is no doubt about the teaching ability of the University of St Andrews, but the number is too small. She is one of the smallest universities in the UK.


    Guo Shouyun knew that he could somewhat understand William''s feelings. As the heir to the royal family, he grew up under strict protection from a young age, although he has the golden clothes and jade food that ordinary people envy, but he lacks the most abundant degree of freedom in the growth of ordinary people. Just like the princess in "Roman Holiday", longing for everything outside.


    "Bruce, why don''t I want to go to Exeter for a few days with you, and then report directly to Santa Cruz, not London!" William''s eyes lit up.


    "Don''t!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand quickly, "My wife is about to give birth. I want to accompany her in the UK this time, but I don''t have time to play with you!"


    In fact, in addition to this reason, Guo Shouyun also knew that William''s itinerary was arranged. Wherever he wants to go, he has to apply for the permission of the royal security department. Therefore, Guo Shouyun is not willing to ask for trouble. Moreover, he didn''t want old Charles to misunderstand that he had kidnapped his son.


    Hearing Guo Shouyun''s refusal, the captain of the bodyguard who followed William was relieved. Protecting a prince who has just come of age but has a detached temperament is not an easy job.


    "Really boring!"


    When chatting, time often flies by quickly. From New York to London, six hours passed in an instant. After dropping William off at London''s Heathrow Airport, he arrived at his true destination, Exeter.


    "gentlemen!"


    When Guo Shouyun returned to the renovated Bevan Manor, the housekeeper, Old Ward, quickly greeted him.


    "Where''s Madame?"


    "Walk in the garden!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Help me bring my luggage to the study!"


    After explaining, he turned and walked towards the garden behind.


    At this time, when Guo Shouyun just bought it, it seemed that the back garden that was overgrown with weeds had completely returned to its original appearance.


    Slightly undulating and neatly manicured as emerald-like lawns; occasional, leafy shrubs; clusters of lavender shrubs and flowers; The lake, as well as the autumn sunshine and bright blue sky and white clouds; taken together, it is extraordinarily beautiful, like a fairy tale.


    However, no matter how beautiful the scenery is, it is not as beautiful as the beautiful figure wearing a long white dress and a light blue sun hat, walking in the picturesque scenery!


    "You... are you coming?"


    Hearing the hurried footsteps behind her, Molly Bevan turned her head to look, and she couldn''t help showing surprise on her pretty face when the figure who was thinking about it appeared in her field of vision.


    Subconsciously ran a few steps forward, came to stand in front of his lover, and held her slender hand, Guo Shouyun nodded vigorously.


    "I''ll be right back when I''m done!"


    "But didn''t you say that you will be back in two days?"


    "I miss you!"


    Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "Hey, I don''t believe it. I think you miss him!"


    Following Molly Bevan''s words, her eyes fell to her belly, which was already round like a silver basin, and her eyes became joyful and soft.


    "How is it, during the time I left, was the little guy still good?"


    "It''s as skinny as you... ah!"


    As soon as the words fell, Molly Bevan screamed.


    "What''s wrong?"


    Guo Shouyun''s face changed, and he quickly supported him.


    Seeing his nervous look, Molly smiled ''pochi'', "You''re scared, it''s the baby who kicked me."


    "call��!"


    Guo Shouyun let out a long sigh, he really scared her just now, he thought something happened to Molly Bevan Now he can react. It was fetal movement just now.


    "It seems that the little guy knows that her father is back!"


    Saying that, Guo Shouyun knelt down on one knee and gently pressed his face to Molly Bevan''s belly. After a while, he felt a small soft piece of force ''kick'' his face.


    "Ah, I feel it!  �� again!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who was happy like a child, Molly Bevan showed a happy smile on her pretty face. Nothing satisfies her more than her current life!


    "Sir, Madam has been walking outside for almost half an hour, and now I have to go back to rest!"


    Standing aside at this time, Guo Shouyun reminded the servant and nursing staff who specially invited to take care of Molly Bevin.


    "Okay, okay!" Guo Shouyun nodded quickly. After standing up, he helped Molly Bevan back to the room.


    Guo Shouyun, who returned to Exeter, responded to that sentence. The first child is raised according to the book, and the second child is raised as a pig. Guo Shouyun, who was a father for the first time, had no experience, so he strictly followed what was written in the prenatal education book. He listened to music and read stories to the unborn baby, and adapted to the life of a nursing father in advance.


    Even so, he didn''t really give up on his career. In addition to accompanying Molly Bevin every day, he will regularly set aside half a day to deal with official business, and occasionally participate in conference calls of various companies, and gradually find a balance between family and career.


    Time passed little by little, and in a blink of an eye, August 1st arrived!


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    Chapter 274 Fighting the Gold Market Again


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    Guo Shouyun ate breakfast, walked with Molly Bevan in the back garden, and sent her back to her room. After a brief chat, she came to the study on the second floor regularly and started her day''s work.


    However, at about ten in the morning, old Ward knocked on his door.


    "Sir, Mr. Zhang, they are here!"


    "Understood, put them in the room I explained before. After everything is in order, let Zhang Shaoling, Qin Zhicheng and John Lu Simi come to my place!"


    "Yes!"


    After answering, Old Ward turned and left. Not long after, the heads of the three major departments of Solomon, Unicorn and Centaur, apart from the independently operated Descendants Capital of Thunder Fund, stood in front of Guo Shouyun.


    9.11 is of great importance. As Guo Shouyun''s most certain opportunity to make money in two or three years, he attaches great importance to it. So he not only mobilized all the funds he could mobilize. At the same time, all major departments of the Thunder Fund were moved to Exeter.


    "boss!"


    "Boss!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Sit down and talk!"


    When several people sat down on the reception sofa one after another, Guo Shouyun didn''t have too many greetings.


    "How are things going with you now?"


    After the three of them looked at each other for a few moments, John Lusmi spoke first: "I''ll come first. ...According to the boss''s explanation, most of the assets of the Centaur department have been sold, and the share price of American Beverages has also been sold. Mortgage. Combined with the recent fundraising from the capital markets, the Centaur division currently has $2.17 billion in capital.��


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun''s eyes shifted to Qin Zhicheng. No need for him to speak, the other party has already introduced: "Except for the CDs bonds of Enron, WorldCom, Arthur Andersen and other companies, Enron''s $8.12 billion short contracts have been sold. After deducting handling fees and administrative expenses, a total of $5.12 billion in pre-tax profit. Including the recent capital raised by the unicorn division from the capital markets, we now have a total of $5.423 billion in funds under management!��


    "Not bad! How much is Enron''s stock price now?" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "$23.78!"


    "So low?"


    "Yes! The explosion of the Teesside power plant in the United Kingdom has completely exposed Enron''s financial predicament. So far, they have defaulted on 13 debts, and there are even rumors that Jeffrey Gilling is already seeking Enron''s acquirer, But whether this is really the case, there is still a lack of more accurate information!"


    The Teesside power plant has an installed capacity of nearly 2,000 MWh, and it generates 4% of the UK''s total electricity consumption. The accidental explosion of this power plant, which can bring a fixed huge income every year, is like the last straw, which directly broke the financial chain of Enron''s crisis. Of course, the subsidence of the California energy crisis, and the err lower profits that Enron received from energy trade was also one of the reasons that exacerbated the crisis.


    "Boss, Enron is really not optimistic now. It is also real news to seek to sell the company. Moreover, Buffett and Duke Energy have received letters from Enron." John Lusmi added.


    "Oh, is the news accurate?" Guo Shouyun asked with deep eyes.


    "Accurate. My father has some connections within Enron. He specially told me to report those words to you just now!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Old Lu Simi has been on Wall Street all his life. Guo Shouyun is not surprised that he can have such a network. However, what surprised him a little bit: Old Lu Simie, as the chief advisor of Phoenix, didn''t tell him the news directly, but through the middleman, John Lu Simie?


    "Do you want to increase the weight of his son in my heart? Or do you intend to gently remind me that it''s time to buy Enron?"


    "Boss, it''s time for that ''Enron Dilemma Solution'' to work!"


    Qin Zhicheng''s words interrupted Guo Shouyun''s thinking.


    He nodded. He didn''t tell the senior management of Phoenix and Pan Pacific Group about the conflict between himself and Geoffrey Gilling. So they don''t know that the "Enron Dilemma Solution" that they have been discussing for nearly a month has long been stranded!


    "I know. But although the Enron matter is important, it is still inferior to our next operation in the capital market! So, let''s talk about it after everything is settled!"


    "But what if someone else gets the first move...?"


    "Hehe, you all know about Enron''s situation. Even if Jack Welch came out, he wouldn''t be able to revitalize Enron without tens of billions of funds! And there are not many companies in the world that can provide so much funds. If you can take it out, you may not be willing to take over the mess of An Ran!"


    Thinking of Enron''s detailed information he had read, Qin Zhicheng thought for a moment and then nodded.


    "Shaoling, it''s your turn!"


    After Zhang Shaoling nodded, "Counting the original 11.22 billion US dollars. In addition to the recently raised funds, the total funds managed by the entire Solomon department are currently 13.34 billion US dollars!"


    This result was not unexpected by Guo Shouyun. As the most profitable department of the last wave of Thunder Fund, Solomon was undoubtedly the department that received the most foreign funds.


    After listening to the reports of the three, Guo Shouyun quickly came up with the amount of money he could put into the 9.11 operation.


    The three divisions of the Thunder Fund add up to a total of $20.933 billion. Descendent Capital, where Michael Barry pumped out $120 million himself. Hanhua''s mango seed fund has $850 million. All his current publishing income, film and television copyright share income, after deducting the spent part, currently all 249 million US dollars.


    This 22.152 billion US dollars is the funds that Guo Shouyun can directly invest in this 9.11 capital operation. Similar to the profit of each company the part of the company''s asset appreciation, he did not take it out. It is not that he is unwilling, but that the funds of 22.152 billion US dollars are sufficient. In addition, he also needs to use these funds as a guarantee at the critical moment when he "studs" at the last moment.


    After all, don��t be afraid of ten thousand, just be afraid of what happens. No matter how sure things are, you have to plan for the worst.


    "Not bad! There''s already a lot of money. The next thing you have to do is to live here, and then bring your respective teams to focus on the gold market!"


    "Yes!"


    Because Guo Shouyun had communicated with them several times before, they were not surprised by the decision to fight the gold market again.


    "Boss, do you want to enter now?"


    Zhang Shaoling said with excitement in his eyes.


    He can''t wait to repeat his last adrenaline rush!


    "No! ... The current gold market is still in the process of slow decline. We have to wait until it enters the bottom of the bell curve before taking action." Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    The current price of $275.23 per ounce in the gold market is still a bit too high for Guo Shouyun! What he thought was that when gold dropped to $270, he was considering a shot.


    Guo Shouyun only let them go after asking them about the assets of each department, and communicating with them about his views on the gold market and their respective thoughts.


    In order to balance their family and career, these Thunder elites will temporarily live in Bevin Manor for the next two months.


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 Chapter 275： Anti-Guo Alliance

    Chapter 275 Anti-Guo Alliance


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    "What are you thinking about?"


    "Grant, how many people do you think will come at night?" Oliver Baring looked out the window in a trance and didn''t look back.


    "Losing confidence?"


    Grant Schiff narrowed his eyes slightly.


    "No!"


    Oliver Balin trembled, took a deep breath, and said solemnly.


    "In fact, it doesn''t matter if there is. After all, in less than half a year, an amazing profit of nearly 15 billion US dollars can be harvested from the capital market. Even if there is an element of luck in it, there must be a very strong financial talent. In other words, In the face of such a powerful enemy, I will also have some lack of confidence. ... However, even so, we have no way out. After all, the relationship between us and Guo Shouyun has been difficult to turn around. Now the arrow is on the string, and we have to issue !��Also, Oliver. The enemy is strong, but we are not bad either!" Grant patted his cousin and friend on the shoulder.


    Facing the comfort, after a long silence, Oliver Baring turned around, his expression full of self-confidence: "Grant, you talk too much. I have never lost confidence in the next battle. I don''t need comfort!"


    "This is the best!"


    Grant Schiff smiled and nodded.


    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a sudden knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    "Master, Mr. Fastow is here!" The butler said respectfully after pushing the door in.


    "Understood, I''m going to go down soon!" Oliver Balin said.


    "Yes!"


    After the housekeeper left, "Let''s go, the next meeting will not be without you!"


    "certainly!"


    As the two went downstairs, the meeting for Bruce Guo, held in the Schiff family''s private manor clubhouse, officially began.


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    "Mr. Fastow, isn''t Mr. Jilin coming?"


    Grant Schiff asked.


    "There are a lot of things going on inside An Ran, and he can''t leave temporarily!"


    Even so, everyone knew that Enron was in a difficult situation and was approaching the end. Fortunately, even without Jeffrey Gilling, it doesn''t matter. After all, Enron was on the fringes of this puzzle of strategic alliances against Bruce Kuo to begin with.


    As for Andrew Fastow, although he is Enron''s chief financial officer, what he is really valued by this alliance is not his position at Enron, but his own abilities.


    Enron was able to double its assets and stock price within six years. In addition to the factors of the general environment and the foundation laid before, Andrew Fasto''s superb capital operation ability is also a major reason.


    "Mr. Fastow, can Enron survive the current predicament?" Oliver Baring asked.


    Although the importance of Enron can no longer be compared with before, as one of the leaders of the "anti-Guo alliance", Oliver Balin naturally hopes that his own strength can be further strengthened. Among all potential allies, Enron was the most determined. If possible, he did not want to lose this reliable ally.


    Although Andrew Fastow knew in his heart that the broken ship Enron was inevitably going to sink. But he doesn''t want too many people to know about it until it becomes a reality. In particular, I don''t want Oliver Bahrain and others to know that, after all, ''Enron CFO'' is still a very important title for him now, and it can help him win the right to speak in the ''anti-Guo alliance''.


    After nodding affirmatively, "Although Enron has encountered a lot of difficulties, it will not put us in a dilemma that we cannot cope with."


    "I believe in Enron, as well as the capabilities of Mr. Fasto and Mr. Jilin. But as far as I know, Enron has defaulted on its debts?! Of course, I have no other intentions, I just hope that if Enron really encounters a very serious situation If we are in a difficult situation, we can help, after all, we are all close allies!"


    "That''s right!" Grant Schiff nodded in agreement.


    Andrew Fasto squinted his eyes slightly, his eyes quickly swept across the faces of the two and he smiled faintly.


    "It is an honor to have two such friends, and I am very grateful for your concern for Enron. However, we can handle the current difficulties ourselves, so we do not need the two of you to come forward for the time being."


    He is also an old fritter who has been in the mall for many years. It was clear what Grant Schiff and Oliver Baring had in mind. If you really tell them about Enron''s current predicament, with the bigger goal of Bruce Guo ahead, they may not fall into the trap, but if they want to get any help from them, especially the help that Enron is most in need of funds, Absolutely don''t even think about it.


    Just as Oliver Baring was about to continue his temptation, the butler next to him came over.


    "Boss, Mr. Turner is here!"


    A flash of excitement flashed across Oliver Baring''s face, and he stood up quickly.


    "Everyone, Mr. Paul Turner is here, let''s go meet him together!"


    Grant Schiff and Andrew Fastow nodded and stood up one after another. As the president of Citibank, Paul Turner is undoubtedly the backbone of this ''anti-Guo coalition''. Without his existence, this alliance would not exist at all, and no one would see the slightest possibility of defeating Bruce Guo in the capital market.


    The three walked out of the living room quickly, and when they came down from the door steps of the villa, an extended Lincoln had already parked on the small square in front.


    When the bodyguard sitting in the driver''s seat quickly got down to open the door, Paul Turner came out. But besides him, another middle-aged man in a black suit stepped down.


    "Mr. Turner, welcome!"


    Oliver Baring hurried up to meet him.


    After shaking hands with him, Paul Turner''s eyes quickly swept over the two people next to him, "I didn''t expect the two to arrive early!"


    "We just arrived not long ago!"


    After Grant Schiff finished speaking, Andrew Fastow nodded in agreement. After the three people shook hands in turn, everyone''s eyes subconsciously focused on the middle-aged man who was obviously extraordinary and came with Paul Turner.


    "Let me introduce to you, this is Mario Kempas, the Minister of Finance of Argentina!"


    The expressions of the three changed Oliver Balin couldn''t help but feel a little more joy in his heart. Because, he has heard from Barrow Turner''s subtext, he has another powerful ally on his side!


    "Mr. Kempas, I''m very happy to see you here!" Oliver Baring immediately stepped forward.


    "Thank you! It''s an honor to meet Mr. Baring, and Mr. Grant Schiff and Mr. Andrew Fast!"


    After the four of them said hello, Paul Turner said: "Let''s go in and talk, it''s not a good thing to stand outside for a long time in this weather!"


    Of course, people did not object to this. It''s only early August, and it''s the hottest time of year in New York. Especially today, the sun is good and the weather is extraordinarily hot. So, no one wants to stay out for too long in this situation.


    "Please!...Please!"


    After being polite to each other, everyone stepped up the steps one after another and walked into the interior of the villa!


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 Chapter 276： Attack the enemys weakness with ones own strength

    Chapter 276 Attack the enemy''s weakness with one''s own strength


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    In the living room of the villa, after everyone was seated, the servants around them automatically served them drinks.


    "Mr. Fastow, why isn''t Mr. Gillin here?" Paul Turner asked.


    "The company has a lot of urgent matters to deal with, and he can''t leave temporarily. However, Jeffrey has authorized me to participate in this meeting on behalf of Enron, so I can answer any questions about Enron, and even decide!" Andrew Fastow Road.


    Paul Turner nodded and did not continue the question.


    "Mr. Baring, how is your control of the Tulip Fund?"


    Paul Turner''s question is very direct. Relying on Citigroup, the largest bank in the United States, he took over the leadership of the meeting from the very beginning.


    For his attitude and tone, Oliver Baring obviously had a grudge. However, he also understands that the success of this plan against Bruce Guo is inseparable from the support of Citi, so he did not express his displeasure.


    "Of course! However, I couldn''t have put all the money in the fund into gold in the first place."


    Oliver Baring''s subtext is that although he has mastered the tulip fund, he still lacks the foundation when he takes office, and he cannot make heavy bets in the high-risk gold futures.


    Of course, this is also understandable. As one of the largest comprehensive consortiums in Europe, ING Group of the Netherlands cannot let go of the operation of its largest hedge fund. After all, the example of the failure of Barings Bank that year has taught enough lessons.


    "How much can you put in at the beginning?" Paul Turner asked closely.


    "$8 billion!"


    "$8 billion?" After a flash of surprise in his eyes, "I didn''t expect Mr. Bahrain to have such a deep control over the Tulip Fund just after taking office!"


    Oliver Baring smiled, with strong confidence on his face. Of course, no one knew that his expression was just fake. And he''s nowhere near the level of mastery of tulips that he''ll be able to invest $8 billion in gold futures all at once. In fact, it is the best situation to have half of the funds available to him. But in order to increase his status in this alliance, sometimes deliberately falsely reporting a little number is not an unbearable thing.


    "Since Mr. Bahrain is able to provide so much capital, then with our Citigroup, the first investment in gold will exceed 10 billion US dollars when the plan starts! With everyone''s strength, this money is enough to leverage 3,000 yuan. billions of funds. Although pure money cannot affect the entire gold market, it is enough as a lever to move the earth!��


    Everyone nodded in agreement. Financial markets are a confidence game. Especially in the gold market with a daily transaction volume of more than 2 trillion US dollars, it is no doubt that the oyster may be shaking the tree if you want to rely solely on money to influence the price. Moreover, if they really fight for funds, they may not be able to fight against the current booming Thunder Fund and Guo Shouyun who do not know how much funds they have in their hands.


    Therefore, it is wise to do so: mainly to combat market confidence, supplemented by money. Compared with Guo Shouyun, they far surpassed each other in terms of contacts and influence on the financial market. This is the best way to "attack the enemy''s weaknesses with the long side".


    "Mario, it''s your turn!"


    Mario Kempas nodded. As Argentina''s finance minister, he didn''t mind exposing to these people the secret financial information he knew about Argentina''s interior. The reason is simple, he has enough money promised from Citi. In addition, it is possible to get much-needed funds for Argentina.


    Since it is something that benefits both himself and the country, he will naturally not refuse. As for Bruce Guo, people he doesn''t know have nothing to do with him.


    "At present, Argentina''s overdue foreign debt is 2.348 billion US dollars. As long as this part of foreign debt is repaid, it can restore market confidence, stabilize the entire South American financial order, and then suppress the market''s risk aversion and make gold prices fall." After a pause, Mario After Kempas quickly swept everyone''s faces, "Of course, if you can provide more funds, then the speed of subsidence of the Argentine financial crisis will be faster."


    The corners of Oliver Baring''s lips twitched.


    He was not interested in the Argentine financial crisis, nor did he want to help them calm the crisis. All he wants is news that Argentina''s financial crisis has subsided.


    "As for the funds needed to quell the crisis in Argentina, we Citi will solve it. But the main force of leveraging the gold market will depend on Mr. Bahrain and your tulip fund!" Paul Turner said.


    The difference between Citibank and Tulip Fund is that the latter is always chasing high-risk excess profits. The latter are interested in financial products with different risks and different returns.


    Although Argentina is in a financial crisis, as a country, there is no possibility of it going bankrupt. So, the money you lend to Argentina, or buy its government bonds, will always pay off.


    The most important thing is that Argentina''s national debt or borrowing does not exist, or there is a possibility of minimal losses. But gold futures are different!


    It is for this reason that Paul Turner, on behalf of Citi, took the initiative to take over the guarantee of stabilizing Argentina''s financial order. Moreover, what he didn''t say is that in the internal discussions at Citi, in case the ''anti-Guo alliance'' ends up failing like the previous ''Hound Project''. Then they won''t suffer too much loss. If successful, of course, their share will be indispensable.


    There are smart people here, and Paul Turner''s considerations can be more or less guessed. But no one doubted it. Because Citi''s strength is there, they have the greatest say.


    "Grant, as for the interior of the United States, I need to meet your father!"


    Grant Schiff nodded.


    "No problem. In fact, my father would love to have a face-to-face meeting with Mr. Turner!"


    "Okay! It seems that everyone has no doubts about the previous arrangement?" Paul Turner said after turning his eyes back and forth on everyone''s faces. UU reading


    "I have no doubts about the previous plan, but it is already August 6th. From the information obtained, Bruce Guo has also put his funds into the gold market again. So... When do we start?" Andrew Fastow asked.


    After a faint smile, Paul Turner said, "Wait until the gold price has reached its peak."


    "But we can''t accurately predict the market. What if this wave of gains lasts for half a month, or when the Thunder Fund withdraws?" Andrew Fastow frowned.


    "Mr. Fasto rest assured that in three days, we will release bad news to the gold market. If the gold rally is successfully interrupted, the subsequent short-selling funds will enter the market one after another. When it falls, we planned All good things can begin!"


    After listening to Paul Turner''s words, Andrew Fastow nodded. But looking at the calm expressions of Grant Schiff and Oliver Baring around him, he suddenly understood. It seems that within the entire ''anti-Guo alliance'', he is the latest to know the news! This could not help but cast a shadow on his heart. He instantly realized that An Ran''s fall had made him marginalized here!

 Chapter 277： Hands-on Citi

    Chapter 277 Hands-on Citi


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    "Dear, are you ready?"


    After arranging his newly bought tie in front of the mirror, Guo Shouyun shouted inside.


    "All right!"


    With the response, Molly Bevin, wearing a light blue loose dress and her long hair tied in a ponytail, pushed the door and walked out.


    Naturally, he walked over to support the potbellied and inconvenient lover, "Let''s go, I''ll accompany you to the maternity check-up today."


    "No, just let Alisha and Liv accompany me!"


    Alisha and Liv are professional medical staff specially invited by Guo Siyun to take care of Molly Bevin. In addition to taking care of pregnant women, they also have very professional knowledge in infant and child care. Having them is enough to ensure the healthy growth of Molly Bevan and the children after they speak out.


    "How can this be done? I couldn''t accompany you before because I wasn''t around. If I don''t accompany you this time, my husband will be too incompetent!" Guo Shouyun refused.


    The sweet Molly Bevan was about to speak when the knock on the door suddenly rang.


    "Come in!"


    "Sir, the car to take your wife to the hospital is ready. In addition, Mr. John, Qin, and Zhang are waiting for you in the reception room. They said that there are important things for you to decide!" Old Ward, who pushed in the door, said respectfully. .


    Guo Shouyun frowned, it was obviously not a trivial matter for John Lu Simi, Qin Zhicheng and Zhang Shaoling to come together. And most likely, there is a big move in the gold market.


    "Dear, work is important. And it''s definitely not a trivial matter for the three of them to come to you. So, you''d better go and see!" Molly Bevin said.


    "But you are here...!"


    "I''m just doing a maternity check. Besides, with Alisha and the others, plus the protection of bodyguards, it''s fine!" Molly Bevan said sympathetically.


    After hesitating for a moment, Guo Shouyun nodded. Although he is eager to fulfill his responsibilities as a husband, the huge sum of more than $20 billion invested in the gold market involves too much. He couldn''t help but be negligent for a moment.


    He took a step forward and hugged Molly Bevan into his arms for a while, then let go gently, looking lovingly at Jiao Tu who was close at hand.


    "Come back early, I will cook for you in the evening!"


    "Um!"


    After a light kiss on Molly Bevan''s forehead, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked out.


    Looking at his back, a warm and happy smile appeared on the beautiful face.


    "Ma''am, aren''t you ready to tell Mr. the truth?"


    After shaking her head gently, Molly Bevan smiled and said, "I want to surprise the child when he is born!"


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    When they came to the reception room, Qin Zhicheng, who had obviously been waiting for a while, and the others stood up in unison when they heard the footsteps.


    "boss!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun''s deep eyes swept across the faces of the three of them quickly, and after seeing a trace of worry in their respective eyes, "Is something wrong?"


    "The Argentine government announced that it has reached an agreement with the bank group led by Citi, which will purchase US$2 billion of 10-year government bonds issued by the former and provide US$1 billion in emergency loans to help the Argentine government stabilize the financial order. In addition, the Argentine Finance Minister Mario ��Kempas announced that Argentina has successfully reached an agreement with the World Bank to repay the debt of US$1.53 billion that has matured for two years with partial interest payment. Once the news was released, the Argentine stock market rose 128 points, and the total market value increased 1.3%. The Argentine peso has risen by 58 basis points. Affected by this, gold... has fallen by US$1.47!" Finally, Zhang Shaoling''s tone became solemn.


    "Citibank?"


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly. He had thought that Oliver Bahrain must have powerful financial giants in his confederate army. Originally he thought it would be Seymour, but now it seems that Citigroup is hostile to him, or its ambition is obviously greater.


    "Boss, as Argentina''s financial order tends to stabilize, the bearish voice of the gold market has prevailed. So to be on the safe side, I suggest we lighten our positions!" John Luthmi said.


    Currently, the entire Thunder Fund has invested a staggering $22.5 billion in the gold market. After deducting 30% of the margin, under the leverage of 10 times, nearly 160 billion US dollars have been leveraged to play games in the gold market. So, even a few basis points down is a staggering loss for the Thunder. And $1.47, after the leverage effect is amplified, is a loss of more than one billion dollars. Therefore, it is no wonder that John Luthmi, who has a stable mental quality and a bold style, has become conservative.


    "What''s the price of gold now?" Guo Shouyun asked after a moment of silence.


    "$274.12 per ounce, this is the latest price in the London gold market!" Zhang Shaoling said.


    "So, compared with our entry of $270.39, there is still a profit margin of $3.73 per ounce!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Yes!"


    ��That being the case, with our current position of 5.9 million lots, unless the price of gold falls by more than $15, it cannot threaten our safety line. As for the possibility of gold falling so much, in my opinion, the odds are even 100%. Not one of them. After all, an Argentine economic market cannot reverse the decline of the world economy at all. Moreover, even with the help of Citi, it is still unknown whether Argentina can stabilize the domestic economy or not!��


    ��However, if there is no boost from the economic crisis in Argentina, it will be difficult for the price of gold to exceed $271 in the short term. Therefore, even if we have enough margin to avoid the worst situation, it is relatively It''s hard to make a profit. In contrast, if we halved our position and pocketed a profit of $373 million per ounce, we would be more comfortable with any threat to the gold market with a half position. , can also guarantee a certain profit!" John Luthmi still insisted on his point of view.


    Guo Shouyun nodded nonchalantly, "How about the two of you, who hold the same view as John?"


    Qin Zhicheng nodded. He understood the cruelty of the financial market, and like John Lu Simie, he put the safety of funds first. However, Zhang Shaoling, who has been fighting with Guo Shouyun for the longest time in the gold market, has sufficient confidence in him, and the young and vigorous Zhang Shaoling obviously has different ideas.


    ��I think it��s better to sit still now. There are three reasons: First, the Argentine financial crisis is a systemic crisis. It starts with a debt crisis, but it does not mean that the debt can be repaid and it can be resolved safely. It involves many complex issues such as the adjustment of the economic and industrial structure, the restoration of the financial order, etc. This cannot be accomplished overnight. Therefore, although Citigroup''s funds will have a certain impact on the gold market, it will not have a decisive impact. .It will not cause a major decline in the price of gold!"


    "Secondly, from a global perspective, except for a few countries such as China, the entire world economy has fallen into recession due to the Nasdaq crisis. Although it has reached the bottom, there is still no sign of recovery. Therefore, as the first choice for safe-haven assets, the price of gold will not drop too much. Moreover, because of market sensitivity, once the Argentine financial crisis and other similar black swan events occur in the market, the price of gold will definitely rise for the first time!��


    "Finally, we all know that risk and return are directly proportional. If we choose to be conservative and play safe now, we may achieve a certain profit, but we will never get excess return. If we choose to wait, although the risk increases, But the odds of making excess profits will also grow. Of course, choosing the latter comes with a lot of uncertainty. But since we''ve established a margin of safety that doesn''t allow us to make big losses, why can''t we take a chance? What about future excess profits?"


    Zhang Shaoling''s words are full of radicalism compared to Qin Zhicheng and John Lu Simmi. After the two briefly pondered, Qin Zhicheng retorted: "Shaoling, your words are indeed correct from a financial perspective. However, the black swan event that you hope will make gold soar has too much time. Uncertainty. We cannot predict whether it will break out in one month, three months, six months, or even longer. Therefore, we cannot wait for this opportunity with tens of billions of funds. Otherwise, it is not investment but It''s gambling!"


    "Of course. But what I call a black swan event is not a phantom chance. It''s that I don''t think Argentina''s financial crisis will end with Citi''s money. So what I call an opportunity is a bet that the Argentina financial crisis will continue. , which in turn has a lasting impact on the South American economy and boosts the price of gold!"


    Zhang Shaoling''s words made Qin Zhicheng and John Lu Simi think a little bit on their faces. Through the Thunder''s information collection system, they have a clear understanding of Argentina''s internal economic situation. An inefficient and corrupt government, a flawed financial system, an unsupervised business market, etc., are not something that can be solved by simply investing money!


    But even so, neither Qin Zhicheng nor John Lu Smi could agree completely, and Argentina would have a worse judgment.


    Therefore, the two of them who had different opinions unanimously focused their attention on Guo Shouyun. After all, this is the big boss who really made up his mind!


    "It is true that the Argentine financial crisis will not end in a short period of time, but as to whether it is still bad, we cannot fully judge. Therefore, I decided to take two months as a time limit. In these two months, we will stay put for the time being. If two months later , if the Argentine economy is trending better, we will find opportunities to close our positions. If it gets worse, hold or increase our positions!��


    It''s already August 10th, and 9/11 is just over a month away. Two months is enough!


    However, Qin Zhicheng and the others obviously didn''t know his intentions. But after careful consideration, they did not object. Two months is not a long time for the capital market.


    "Let''s do this for now! Go back and keep an eye on any news that can cause changes in the gold market. As soon as there is any trouble, notify me immediately!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Yes!"


    After they left, Guo Shouyun took out his mobile phone from his pocket and called Zhang Lei, who was far away in Hong Kong. Among his companies, in addition to Leiting Fund, Hanhua''s Mang Seed Fund has also invested nearly US$900 million in the gold market. Now that the bad news broke out in the gold market, I believe they have long wanted to get further instructions from him.


    "boss!"


    Not as he expected, Zhang Lei''s phone was connected almost instantly. Obviously, he was already waiting for his news.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t waste any time, and said directly: "You must know the news from Argentina, right?"


    "Yes! Citi provided $3 billion to the Argentine government."


    "Yes. But how much impact this bad news can have on the gold market is still unknown. So, I''m not ready to sell the gold longs of the Mang Seed Fund immediately."


    "In this case, I am afraid that the risk of our loss will be magnified!"


    "If you want to get high returns, of course, you have to bear high risks. However, there is no need to worry for the time being, our margin is still abundant. Therefore, I decided to observe for two months before making further decisions depending on the situation!"


    "Understood!"


    "How''s the company doing recently?"


    "Relying on the general trend of China''s rapid economic development, everything is going well now!"


    "What about the acquisition of Zhejiang-Jiangsu First Bank?"


    "The big frame has been finalized, but there are still some differences around the specific acquisition amount. However, if we fight again, it should not deviate too much from the reserve price of 4.5 billion Hong Kong dollars we set!"


    "That''s good!"


    After chatting with Zhang Lei about Hanhua''s business for a while, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. Rubbing his temples, more and more company affairs made him gradually feel that his energy was difficult to support. And, he realizes that the situation will get worse as companies grow.


    "It seems that it is necessary to make some adjustments to the subsidiary company!"


    With the rise of status, the wealth of experience, and the growth of capital at hand. Looking back at the companies that were founded to make quick money, many of them were unnecessary. If it is only about making money, the Thunder Fund is obviously more suitable. Therefore, tailoring those companies with limited development space and extremely labor-intensive companies seems a bit redundant.


    However, the most important thing right now is the gold market. When he has made enough money through 9/11 and his energy has been adjusted, it will not be too late to deal with the problems of his various companies.


    In addition, since Citigroup started in Argentina, Guo Shouyun realized that their intervention in the gold market would not end so easily. But he didn''t expect the opponent''s blow to come so fast, and so fast and powerful. In just one week, the winds of the entire gold market have completely changed. Citi''s actions have fully made Guo Shouyun aware of the powerful influence of the No. 1 financial giant in the United States on the capital market.

 Chapter 278： suppress gold prices

    Chapter 278 suppresses the price of gold


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    ���� Federal Reserve Executive Tim Villafana told the media that the current rise in commodity prices has directly damaged the recovery of the U.S. economy, so he believes that the federal funds rate should be appropriately raised to increase the attractiveness of U.S. dollar assets and help Promote the development of the U.S. economy. In addition, we interviewed the chairman of the Federal Reserve, Alan Greensfan, who said that there is indeed a debate about raising and lowering interest rates within the Federal Reserve, but the specifics will depend on the actual situation of the U.S. economy!��


    Watching NBC''s financial news, Guo Shouyun was deeply dignified. There are many factors affecting gold, one of which is the Fed raising interest rates and raising the value of the US dollar.


    "Boss, since this news was broadcast, the price of spot gold in London dropped by 49 basis points immediately. If there is no favorable support point, I am afraid that gold will continue to fall!" Qin Zhicheng said solemnly.


    After a moment of silence, Guo Shouyun turned to ask, "What happened to Argentina?"


    ��Stock and currency markets have stabilized, but the impact of the financial crisis is still ongoing. There was even a strike in Buenos Aires two days ago. On the surface, however, the Argentine financial market has stabilized Down!" said John Luthme.


    "What is the price of gold now?" Guo Shouyun continued.


    "The price was $272.36 half an hour ago! But looking at the situation, it should continue to fall!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after thinking for a while, he was about to continue his inquiry, but Zhang Shaoling''s cell phone suddenly rang.


    After the latter was connected, his face suddenly became solemn, which made Guo Shouyun realize that the bad news was coming again.


    "Boss, I just received news that Canada''s Barclay Gold Corporation and the U.S. Newmont Mining Corporation have announced to increase their gold production. The former hopes to increase the company''s gold production by 5% in the next three years, while the latter says they will increase it by 3% next year. 8% increase in the next three years!��


    Buckley and Newmont are the world''s No. 1 and No. 2 gold producers, respectively. The combined output of the two parties exceeds 300 tons. Therefore, they also have a strong influence on the gold market.


    The sudden bad news made the atmosphere in the room depressed. Looking at Qin Zhicheng, Zhang Shaoling and John Lu Simi''s worried eyes, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help feeling unbearable for the pressure brought by a serious Citigroup even though he had firm confidence in his heart.


    After the victory of the "Hound Project", he originally felt that the influence of American financial giants such as Citi and Goldman Sachs was only the same. Looking at it now, the reason why he was able to win at the beginning was not only that the suddenness of the Argentine financial crisis had made him a lot of money, and he had sufficient capital to deal with the crisis, but also several financial giants who already had conflicts, because of entanglement of interests. No real power.


    And now, when Citi becomes the leader of the "anti-Guo alliance" and becomes the biggest beneficiary, she starts to exert her influence without any scruples. As a result, a series of political, economic, commercial and legal blows caused the gold price, which was still in a strong upward trend, to drop rapidly, putting huge pressure on Guo Shouyun and Leiting Fund, who were long.


    At the same time, it also fully exposed the huge gap between Guo Shouyun and Leiting Fund and Citi, a century-old financial giant in terms of contacts and influence.


    However, connections and influence cannot be accumulated overnight, so it is impossible to compete with Citi in this regard.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun did not intend to start from this aspect.


    The most important thing is that even though he was under a lot of pressure in the face of Citi''s attack, he never panicked or lost his confidence. Because 9/11 was enough to turn everything around.


    Therefore, there are two paths in front of Guo Shouyun: first, do nothing and wait for the coming of 9.11. Second, through the game with Citi, continue to overweight gold bulls. And by doing so, it can also avoid getting involved with terrorists.


    Whether to choose conservative or radical, Guo Shouyun was still undecided for a while. In normal times, he would definitely choose radical means without a doubt. But now he prefers to save time and energy by being with Molly Bevin and seeing his own baby born.


    Under the attention of Qin Zhicheng and the others, Guo Shouyun stood up after thinking for a while. After walking a few steps in the empty space of the room, he stopped in front of the window next to him.


    Looking at the reclining chair in the garden outside, she was quietly reading a book, and was pregnant with Molly Bevan. The originally hesitant heart instantly calmed down.


    Now he is rich enough, even if he does nothing now. Just relying on the copyright of those novels can also eat and drink for a lifetime. So now, money is more of a tool for him to realize his ideals. In contrast, his family and children are things he has never had in his life. Compared with the money that has more opportunities to transfer in the future, this is what he should cherish more!


    "Go back first, and keep an eye on any news that can affect the gold market. Also, don''t do anything without my order!"


    "Can��!"


    John Lu Simi was about to speak, but was stopped by Qin Zhicheng next to him. After shaking their heads at him, Qin Zhicheng and Zhang Shaoling took John Lu Simi, who was still hesitant, and walked out.


    After leaving the small conference room before, "Qin, why did you stop me just now? The current situation is very unfavorable for us, we should persuade the boss to lighten up the position!"


    "John, you haven''t been with the boss for a long time, and you don''t know much about his character. Just like just now, after listening to our advice and analysis, the boss makes a decision. Unless there is a major accident, 99% It won''t change again!"


    Zhang Shaoling next to him also nodded in agreement.


    "The boss is the kind of person who is usually easy-going, but very persistent once a decision is made! It is difficult to change his decision without a good reason."


    Looking at Zhang Shaoling, and then at Qin Zhicheng, John Lu Simi knew that the two of them had spent more time with Guo Shouyun than he did. Naturally, his understanding of the big boss is deeper than his own.


    "But we just watched the price of gold fall day by day, and the money invested by the Thunder Fund was stuck a little bit?"


    Qin Zhicheng and Zhang Shaoling also showed a hint of hesitation on their faces. You must know that the price of gold has fallen to $272.36 now, which is less than two dollars away from the starting price of the Thunder Fund of $270.39. In the current form of the gold market, two dollars is clearly not an insurance number. Maybe two days, maybe a week, and the price of gold will fall even lower. At that time, although there is still a guarantee to ensure the future, no one can guess when the opportunity to unwind in the future will come.


    "Although it is dangerous for us to wait, I believe in the boss''s decision." After a pause, facing the eyes of the two, Zhang Shaoling still said firmly: "Since entering the Thunder Fund, I have followed the boss to fight in the gold market. Kill, I have experienced many times in the middle of the decision that is extremely risky to the outside world. I was as staunchly opposed as John, but it has been repeatedly proved that the boss''s decision is correct. The reason why Solomon Fund was able to make the decision in less than half a year Turn to the excess profit of nearly 15 billion US dollars. Ninety percent of the credit is due to the boss''s accurate judgment in the gold market. This time, I still believe that the boss''s judgment will not be wrong!"


    After listening to Zhang Shaoling''s words, looking at his firm eyes, John Lu Simi and Qin Zhicheng looked at each other, thinking of Guo Shouyun''s seemingly impossible decisions before, but they were extremely wise afterwards, and the unease in their hearts gradually calmed down.


    "As a competent employee, now I can only abide by the boss''s decision!" John Lusmi smiled after spreading his hands.


    "Let''s go! It''s almost noon, so hurry up and work after lunch!"


    Qin Zhicheng clapped his hands and greeted the two of them to go down together.


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    There is a saying: The tree wants to be quiet but the wind does not stop. Just when Guo Shouyun was about to eliminate outside disturbances, take care of his wife, and quietly wait for the birth of his child, the front page of Guo Shouyun once again pushed him into the whirlpool of public opinion.


    "Thunder, who is trapped in the gold market, tens of billions of funds will soon be in vain! Where should ''Hunter Brothers II'' go?"


    Almost everyone who has an understanding of American finance knows that the Hunter brothers are speculators who failed in the last century when the United States was long in silver. At the same time, because of the tens of billions of pre-tax profits of the Leiting Fund that exploded some time ago, everyone also remembered the names of Guo Shouyun and Leiting Fund. Therefore, when the news about the Thunder Fund being trapped in the gold market was exposed, it undoubtedly caused an uproar in the U.S. financial market.


    "Haha I really want to see what Bruce Guo''s expression looks like after seeing this report, I believe it will be very exciting!" Oliver Balin laughed happily.


    Looking at him, Paul Turner said indifferently: "Don''t be too happy. Although we don''t know how much margin Guo Shouyun holds. But looking at the quiet appearance of the Thunder Fund, it is obvious that the current gold price is far from reaching them. set safety line."


    "What''s the matter? Now 80% of institutions and individuals in the world are bearish on gold. The general trend is like this. Can Bruce Guo go against the sky? In addition, although the world economy is in a downturn, it has reached the bottom. Similar to Argentina''s financial Crisis, a black swan event that can drive gold prices up, can''t always happen. So, the price of gold will be in a downward curve for the next two to three months."


    ����I don��t believe Bruce Kuo can sit still as long as we get gold down to $260. Taking a step back, it doesn��t matter if he puts enough margin. As long as we keep gold low until the end of the year When the Leiting Fund discloses its performance, the huge losses will be exposed. At that time, as long as we make a little fuss about public opinion, Leiting, who lacks background, will be abandoned by those opportunistic capitals. After killing Leiting, Phoenix, the parent company, will also The same will not be easier. As long as we have enough patience and means, we can deprive that **** of the assets little by little!" Oliver Balin said with a strong hatred in his tone.


    He could never forget the experience of being kicked by Guo Shouyun in public. This humiliation, he must pay back thousands of times.


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 Chapter 279： Bet against Citi

    Chapter 279 Against Citi


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    Just the mention of Bruce Guo makes Oliver Baring go hysterical. In this regard, everyone here is used to it. Knowing why, they don''t want to say much about it.


    "Although everything is going well now, we still have to be cautious before things are completely successful. Bruce Guo is not a guy who easily admits defeat, and the Thunder Fund is a little too quiet. The quietness makes people panic!" Andrew Fastow Road.


    "Bruce Guo is just a speculator with some good luck, just like Enron, he has a bluffing appearance, but in fact there is nothing of value inside!" Oliver Balin sarcastically said without hesitation. He was the least likely to hear the slightest compliment from others to the person he hated.


    Andrew Fasto''s brows twitched violently, and there was a hint of anger in his eyes. However, he did not get angry because of the deep city. Because, compared with half a month ago, Enron''s embarrassment has been exposed to everyone, and it has even begun to seek third-party acquisitions. Losing the backer of Enron, and relying on hundreds of millions of dollars in funds, the sense of existence in this alliance is too weak.


    "Oliver, Fasto played a very important role in shorting gold before. You should respect his efforts!" Paul Turner said solemnly.


    As the top decision maker of this small group, he must ensure the unity of the team. In addition, although Andrew Fastow has become insignificant due to the decline of Enron, his financial wisdom will still be of great help to the following alliance.


    In the face of Paul Turner, who represented Citi, Oliver Baring did not dare to confront him. After curling his lips, he hugged his arms, leaned his body on the sofa, and stopped talking.


    Feeling the silence in the room, Paul Turner knew he had to make a change, or the effect of this meeting would be greatly reduced.


    "Everyone, it''s been 5 days since the plan started, and it''s 15 days, and the price of gold has been successfully knocked down by us from $275.9 to $269.7. Everyone here has made a lot of money from shorts in gold. profit!"


    Hearing this, a smile appeared on the faces of everyone present. Even Oliver Baring and Andrew Fastow, who were still stern before, were the same. With the help of ING and Citi, they have made hundreds of millions of profits from short positions in the gold market by leveraging 20 times. The Tulip Fund, led by Oliver Baring, has made billions in pre-tax profits.


    The rich harvest makes everyone happy.


    "But the funds in our hands have been exhausted, what should we do next?" Andrew Fastow said.


    "It doesn''t matter. Now the global gold investment trend has been successfully turned into bearishness by us. Therefore, even without our funds, gold will still fall. What we have to do is to continue to use our contacts and public opinion. Continue to advocate the short position of gold, maintain the general trend of gold falling, and then find a suitable opportunity to withdraw the funds after the acquisition to the greatest benefit, and be safe!" Paul Turner said.


    Everyone around nodded in agreement, and there was a little bit of longing for the future harvest in their expressions.


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    While Paul Turner was rejoicing at the gold gain and the blow to Bruce Guo. Guo Shouyun, who got into trouble by the Wall Street Journal''s reports and the reprints and over-interpretations of other newspapers, had a hard time.


    "...Mr. Hall, please rest assured that our current investment is very safe....Sorry, you know, only at the end of the year will you have the opportunity to get your investment back, which is what we said when we signed the contract. Okay... Okay, don''t worry, we will give you feedback in time!"


    Zhang Shaoling, who hung up the phone, said to Guo Shouyun with a bit of bitterness on his face: "This is the seventeenth customer who wants a refund this morning!"


    "Seventeen is not too much, I have already received twenty-three!" John Lusmi next to him shook his head.


    "I''m a little better, only eleven!" Qin Zhicheng said.


    His unicorn department does not have outstanding performance like Zhang Shaoling, nor does it have a well-known background like John Rusmi, who has extensive contacts, so the external customers are the least, and most of the money invested in gold comes from shorting Enron and the gains from Enron Ds bonds .


    "Boss, the current situation is very unfavorable for us. If we don''t make a certain response, I''m afraid all of Leiting''s customers will ask us to withdraw their investment." Qin Zhicheng said.


    John Lusmi also echoed: "Boss, contract constraints are one aspect. But if we don''t respond, it will be very detrimental to the Thunder''s reputation and future development. Moreover, now that the gold market has fallen significantly, we should also do our part. The ability to compete with the people at Citi for the right to speak in gold investment. Even in the end, we did not get the best results we wanted, but we can muddy the water and stop the decline of gold.��


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Guo Shouyun was about to speak when the phone in his pocket suddenly rang.


    "Wait a mininute!"


    After comforting the three of John Lusmi, Guo Shouyun took out his mobile phone, glanced at the caller ID, and pressed the answer button.


    "Karl, why don''t you have time to call me. Isn''t the White House busy enough?"


    "Haha...!" Karl Rove''s loud laughter came from the receiver, "Bruce, although the White House is complicated, Mr. President and his think tank have handled it well. Although I am not idle, I have not How busy. It''s you, the United States has been arguing about you and the Thunder recently."


    "It''s just random speculation by some media, I won''t be influenced by them!"


    "Of course it''s a good thing that you can keep calm. However, under the influence of public opinion, many people do not have such a good psychological quality as you!"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, "Carl, is there anyone else who can make you condescend and call me for him in person?"


    "Of course, and I think you can guess who this guy is!"


    "Mr President?"


    "Not bad. He put $5 million into the Thunder Fund in Laura''s name!"


    Laura Welsh, Bush''s wife, Guo Shouyun certainly knows this.


    After pondering for a moment, Guo Shouyun said slowly: "Please tell Mr. President that everything about Lei Ting is under my control. Moreover, I can guarantee that he will definitely get a surprise return from Lei Ting before the end of the year."


    "I''ll tell you the truth. Bruce, call me if you need help!"


    "Of course. If that moment comes, I won''t be stingy!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "That''s good, I still have something to do, hang up first!"


    "Bye-Bye!"


    After hanging up the phone, after thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun raised his head. He soon noticed the attention of Qin Zhicheng and the three of them.


    "You go back first, after I think about it, I will give you the next action plan!"


    After the three looked at each other, they didn''t say anything. He nodded, turned and walked out of the room.


    After everything around him was quiet, Guo Shouyun''s eyes turned to the photo of himself and Molly Bevin next to him, looking at his lover who was wearing a long white dress, long hair and a shawl with a gentle smile on his face, "Originally. I want to accompany you to spend the most important and memorable moment in my life, but the reality forced me to fight back. But don''t worry, I will not miss the moment when the child is born! "


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun got up neatly and walked behind the desk, turned on the computer, and started editing a document.


    And this document took Guo Shouyun an afternoon to write, and then posted it in the most prominent position on the LinkedIn News homepage. Once exposed, it quickly caused a sensation in the world!


    Yes, the world!


    With the growth of LinkedIn, its audience is now not limited to the United States. It has more than 50 million registered users in English-speaking regions including North America, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and most of Europe!


    Therefore, when these more than 50 million people habitually opened LinkedIn News on the morning of June 6, and browsed today''s new news, the headlines that were immediately placed at the top attracted all their attention.


    "Citi, I am willing to bet on the gold market with you!"


    The black headline is particularly eye-catching and attractive. Whether it is gold, or the popularity of the United States or the world''s largest financial conglomerate Citi, it can generate enough new gravity to subconsciously open it.


    "Since the Wall Street Journal''s report titled ''Thunder is stuck in the gold market, tens of billions of funds are about to go to waste! Where should Hunter Brothers II go?'', almost all Americans believe that the Thunder Fund Lost a lot in gold investment. Even nearly 90% of Thunder Fund investors are asking if they can get their investment back? I am surprised that they trust public opinion so easily and without thinking, instead of choosing to trust an experienced professional investment investment decisions?��


    ��When I asked them why, they told me that Citi had funded the Argentine government, Citi had invested heavily in gold shorts, and Citi��s clients were all bearish on gold. Well, as the largest financial consortium in the United States, with a century of ownership The historical Citibank, their influence is indeed not comparable to the Thunder. However, despite this, I still think that the future of gold belongs to the bulls. The possibility of being bullish for high yields is far more than bearish. Maybe someone has to ask, you rely on What makes such a judgment? I would say: based on experience, based on analysis, based on my intuition.��


    ��If it were expanded and written, the technical data listed here may exceed hundreds of copies. Moreover, even if all these data are laid out, there are still people who believe that gold will continue to fall. As we have always said and believed: There are a thousand Hamlets in the eyes of a thousand people!"


    "Seeing this, you may question my lip service. But it doesn''t matter, I will use my actual actions to prove my pursuit of gold bulls. By the way, the Wall Street Journal, and even many so-called financial experts in the United States do not say that I am Speculators? Then I''ll just go crazy as they say, just speculate once!"


    "Currently, I have major equity and controlling stakes in nine companies, including Pan Pacific, LinkedIn, Matrix, Apple, PayPal, Ruby, Phoenix, Amazon and Google, although in February of this year, I used The shares of some companies issued 3 billion Ds bonds, but after more than half a year of rapid development, the value of almost all companies has increased to varying degrees, especially Pan Pacific Group, a company with assets of more than 20 billion US dollars The controlling stake is in my hands.��


    ��Now I am willing to use all of my shares in these nine companies to get an equivalent low-interest loan from Citibank after deducting the value of the $3 billion Ds bonds, which will be invested in the gold market. And I The bet against Citi is: By the end of this year, the Thunder Fund''s $100 million gold long versus Citi''s $100 million gold short, whoever makes more money from the gold market will win! If If I win, Citi will extend this loan term from one year to ten years without charging any interest. If Citi wins, I am willing to sell 20% of my equity in all companies to it and repay the loan at the same time!��


    "So, Citi shareholders, are you bullish on gold shorts willing to accept my bet?"


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    Guo Shouyun''s press release undoubtedly dropped a nuclear bomb on the world''s public opinion circles! I have never seen the excitement of the press leaving this out The reports revolve around Guo Shouyun, around his assets, around Citigroup, and more around this gambling game of the century, It quickly spread from the United States to every corner of the world.


    Guo Shouyun became popular overnight!


    He can be called a legendary family history, and as the incident spread, it quickly spread to every corner of the world.


    The mayor of Las Vegas even publicly promised the media that if Citi agreed, they would be willing to provide all services for the game for free.


    And that promise, like a catalyst, fueled the conversation on the topic. In just three days, the news, people on their way to work, and even entertainment programs are full of discussions about this gambling game. Analysis of the gold market has become a must-see for people after dinner.


    As the event brewed, more and more attention was focused on Citigroup. People are craving a little more adrenaline rush in this **** economic downturn.


    Citibank, located at the intersection of Lexington Boulevard and 53rd Street, is one of New York City''s most majestic skyscrapers. Today, there are a lot of melon eaters who are watching the fun and not being a big deal outside this magnificent landmark building. They held up signs asking Citigroup to agree to bet. This group of idlers raised by the high welfare of the United States does not care even if they face the expulsion of the security guards of Citigroup. Popular scenery!

 Chapter 280： Analysis for Gold

    Chapter 280 Analysis of Gold


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    After standing in front of the floor-to-ceiling glass in the office and seeing the crowd gathered below, the haze on Charles Prince''s face became heavier. As Citi''s chairman and CEO, he is the first to bear all the pressure on Citi from the outside world.


    "Boss, it''s time!"


    The secretary next to him reminded after looking at his watch.


    Charles Prince looked back and nodded.


    "Get the information, let''s go!"


    "Yes!"


    When the two of them left the room and came to the conference room, they were already full of senior Citibank executives.


    After striding to the middle of his seat and sitting down, Charles Prince had a serious expression, and at the same time his eyes quickly swept across everyone''s faces, and said directly: "Everyone, you must be aware of what the outside world is saying about Citi. . So, I need your opinion on this matter!"


    As soon as his voice fell, everyone''s eyes flickered. After looking at each other, everyone''s eyes fell on Paul Turner, who was sitting first on Charles Prince''s left hand. Because they all know that if anyone here knows Guo Shouyun best, it must be Paul Turner who has had the most contact with each other.


    Noticing the eyes of the crowd, Paul Turner also knew that he would definitely be the first to speak. So after a brief preparation, "From the company''s point of view, I don''t agree to accept Bruce Guo''s bet! There are two reasons: First, the enterprise value of Bruce Guo''s companies is very high, even after deducting the $3 billion The value of the CDs bonds, if the full loan is sufficient, is enough for him to obtain more than 6 billion US dollars of funds. If this money is invested in the gold market, it is enough to leverage 50 to 60 billion yuan of funds. Although this amount is relatively small relative to the overall gold market Words are not enough to make a decisive impact, but it will definitely push up the price of gold. This kind of money enemy behavior is really stupid.��


    "Secondly, gold futures are inherently high-risk speculation. Although we have the upper hand right now. Also, we don''t see any signs of gold skyrocketing. But the future is full of uncertainty. We can''t predict the future 100%. . So, once we lose, five or six billion dollars, or even more, will not get half a cent in the future! This loss is too big!"


    ����If I stand from my personal point of view, I would be inclined to agree with this gamble. Because Citigroup, as the world��s largest financial group, we have our dignity and honor. If we have the upper hand, we dare not accept a game even if we lose. It will not shake the fundamental challenge, it will undoubtedly become a laughing stock in the financial circle. In the future, when I see my colleagues again, I will probably be laughed at to death by them!��


    ��The last thing to emphasize is that if we don��t agree to bet. That means we are sending a signal to the outside world that we don��t have much confidence in the gold shorts. Once this signal is understood and spread, , then the decline of the gold market will end here, and there will even be a small or even higher rise. As a result, our efforts in the past month will shrink by more than half. I think this is what Bruce Guo is most willing to see to the situation!"


    Charles Prince mused: "So, whether we agree or not, it turns out against us?"


    "At least on the surface! And, now the world''s eyes have shifted to the right bet. No one cares whether the financial crisis in Argentina subsides, and no one cares about the US federal reserve interest rate, so the means we have prepared, Even if it is taken out again, its influence and effect will be greatly reduced.��


    Charles Prince frowned, "It seems that Bruce Guo is really not an easy guy to deal with. We worked hard for nearly a month, and when we saw the victory, we never wanted to be easily turned around by his press release. !"


    "A person who can create a fortune of tens of billions in less than two years is naturally not an ordinary person!" Paul Turner said.


    He, who has dealt with Guo Shouyun the most, knows how difficult he is to deal with. But even if he had already prepared in his heart, he never thought that the other party would put the confrontation that was in the dark directly on the stage, and dared to provoke the majesty of Citi. He had never seen such an unexpected method several times in his life.


    "Bruce Guo is indeed a genius, but the current situation is not as difficult as Paul said." A middle-aged man with a bald head and eyes in a black suit saw a sentence that drew everyone''s attention to himself He continued: "For the sake of Citi''s reputation, we will definitely agree to this bet. But the amount of chips between the two parties can indeed be negotiated. Although everything is in the public eye, Citi may not take advantage of it. How much cheaper it is, but it will never suffer. On the contrary, the most important thing to us is, from now to the end of the year, which one is more worthwhile to invest in the gold market shorts and longs, this is the core issue that we should pay more attention to than others. ."


    Paul Dempsey, Citigroup''s chief risk officer, won the approval of most of the people present.


    "Jordan, I want to hear your thoughts on the gold market for the next four and a half months?" Charles Prince said.


    Jordan Morris, chief analyst at Citigroup. The technology department he leads is Citi''s core consulting organization.


    "Before speaking, let me first emphasize one point: any analysis based on the future carries a lot of uncertainty. Therefore, all my analysis based on the current world economic, political and military situation is not completely accurate."


    "No one can accurately predict the future, everyone knows that. But I just want to know the future ups and downs of the gold market after excluding uncontrollable black swan events!" Charles Prince said.


    "OK! ... There are many factors that affect the rise and fall of gold, but in general, there are six major aspects: first, the exchange rate of the US dollar. Second, the monetary policies of various countries. Third, inflation. Fourth, wars, political turmoil and other events. Fifth, The stock market. Six, the price of oil.��


    ��Since the Nasdaq crisis, the federal funds rate has been falling. After eight cuts, it has dropped from 6.5 before the crisis to 3 now. Corresponding to the depreciation of the dollar, inflation, consumer goods, In particular, the price of oil has risen, and investors have transferred funds to safe-haven products for the sake of value preservation and safety, so the price of gold has risen. But now it has been a year and a half since the Nasdaq crisis, the United States The economy has bottomed out. As long as the federal funds rate stays flat and the Fed doesn��t continue to pump liquidity into the market, gold will move around $270.��


    "Let''s look at the world market: In Asia, after the 1997 financial crisis, all their economic uncertainties have been squeezed out. At present, benefiting from China''s economic development, the domestic political and economic situation has generally remained stable. As for the so-called The China collapse theory is even more of a joke. Therefore, there will not be a black swan event that will have a major impact on the price of gold.��


    "As for Africa, this financial desert has a limited impact on the world market. The only South Africa that can have an impact on the price of gold is currently economically stable and the output of gold is relatively stable. There are hardly any bullish factors that will increase the price of gold."


    "In Europe, North America and Australia, the economy is generally stable, and the domestic political situation has not changed much. The only thing to worry about is South America. Although the financial loans we provided have solved Argentina''s capital dilemma. But it has not affected Argentina''s domestic economic situation. Completely stabilized. Once the economic situation in Argentina is reversed, all our previous investments will be lost and the price of gold will rise again!��


    "Then do you think Argentina''s economic situation will remain stable in the next four and a half months?" Charles Prince asked with a frown.


    "To be honest, I''m not very optimistic. The Argentine government''s governing efficiency is too bad. And corruption is rampant, and economic activities are not overseen. It''s really hard to build confidence in them!"


    Charles Prince thought for a moment and then asked: "Then you mean that the gold price bulls are more optimistic about the next four and a half months?"


    "No! In fact I prefer the price of gold to remain stable! It fluctuates around $270! Although the situation in Argentina has a collapsed side, it is still stable. Most importantly, Citi It is the most powerful financial consortium in the world. We have strong financial power and contacts, which enables us to intervene in the situation in Argentina and in the ups and downs of the gold market. Therefore, if we really want to participate in gambling, it must be Citi has a bigger chance of winning!"


    After a pause, "For the gold market, I have prepared a more detailed analysis report here. You can use it as a reference!"


    Soon the surrounding secretaries handed out Jordan Morris'' report to all Citi executives present.


    After taking it over and flipping through it briefly, Charles Prince nodded.


    "Let''s go back and look at the information, let''s continue the discussion! ... If we agree to bet with Bruce Guo? Then how should we modify the conditions of the bet to make it more in line with Citi''s interests?"


    "First of all, I don''t think mortgages are possible. We can''t let Bruce Guo increase his stake in the gold market!" Paul Dempsey said.


    "Of course we should. But we also shouldn''t forget. The assets in Bruce Guo''s hands are very valuable. If he is going to take out mortgage loans or issue new asset-backed bonds, financial institutions such as Morgan, Merrill Lynch, Goldman Sachs, etc. are very valuable. The institution will not miss this opportunity!��


    Citi Chief Human Resources Officer Robert Chandler said.

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 Chapter 281： Countermeasures

    Chapter 281 Countermeasures


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    Chandler''s words silenced everyone. As he said, even without Citi, other financial institutions are more than willing to provide mortgage loans to promising companies in Guo''s hands.


    "Maybe we can drag it!" The words of CHO Will Weiss quickly attracted everyone''s attention.


    "What I mean is: we can agree to Bruce Guo''s betting request, and then try to delay the time when the two sides negotiate the conditions. The longer the delay, the better we can judge the development trend of the gold market. If the market later If the situation is unfavorable for us, then naturally give up the bet and sell short gold. If the situation is favorable for us, then naturally continue to increase leverage!��


    His words slowly brightened the eyes of everyone who understood.


    "In addition, Bruce Guo''s companies have many companies and assets are complex, and our investigation is a complicated and time-consuming matter. Therefore, even if we deliberately delay the time, it will not affect Citi''s reputation!" Will Wes continued.


    After listening, most of the people present nodded in agreement!


    But apparently some people don''t think so. It didn''t take long for Will Weiss''s voice to fall. A middle-aged man with an aquiline nose, a stern expression, and a clear face said solemnly: "Everyone, I''m very surprised why you make such a conservative or cowardly plan when facing Bruce Guo. You know We are Citi, the world''s largest financial consortium. With a history of more than 100 years, we hold over a trillion dollars in assets, and our financial influence spreads all over the world."


    "By contrast, Bruce Guo is just a business novice who has been on the rise for less than two years. Although he is indeed called a genius, this is not why we are so afraid. Now, the other party is willing to show All of our chips are betting on gold, and we Citi, a group with more wealth, greater influence, and deeper connections; and the big consortium that already has an advantage in the gold market is thinking about how to protect itself as much as possible ?...I really can''t agree with such an idea."


    "In addition, have you thought about it? If we make up our minds to delay the time, it may be nothing in a short time. But if it is a long time, it will undoubtedly reveal a signal to the outside world that we at Citi are not so optimistic about the bears in the gold market. This kind of subtle signal , in the gold market dominated by confidence, it is enough to change the outcome of both sides in an instant!"


    Jason Federer, chief advisor to Citibank. His eloquent words made the faces of everyone present show a look of thought.


    "I agree with Jason''s point of view. He is right, we care too much about Guo Shouyun''s brilliant achievements in the gold market in the past. We forget about the strength we have and the attitude that should be in line with Citi''s identity. '' Paul Turner was the first to speak.


    "I agree too. Also, I think we should agree to Guo Shouyun''s bet neatly. Everything is in accordance with normal procedures, and we can even take the initiative to promote his mortgage loan. In this way, we can just reveal to the outside world that we are optimistic. The strong hint of bears in the gold market, thereby capitalizing on Citi''s century-old influence on financial markets, has prompted more financial institutions and individual investors to bet on gold bears."


    "That''s right! The daily trading volume of the gold market exceeds two trillion US dollars. No one can influence the ups and downs of this market through capital. Therefore, even if we give Guo Shouyun a loan of ten billion US dollars, it will not be decisive for the gold market. Influence. On the contrary, if we can influence the trading confidence in the gold market, then the role played is definitely more useful than pure funds! In addition, because of that paper bet, the whole world is watching us, if we do not Show a firm attitude, then all the previous efforts may be in vain!"


    Speech after speech, gradually overturning the previous conservative decision. The decision to be inclined to agree to bet and take a firm attitude to enhance the confidence of the bears in the gold market has gradually become the consensus of most people.


    Seeing that everyone''s attitudes were basically unified, Citi CEO Charles Prince nodded, his deep eyes swept across everyone''s faces quickly, "The plan to agree to bet and to promote the contract between the two parties as soon as possible is a joint decision of everyone. I have no opinion. However, past facts have proved that Bruce Guo''s strength cannot be ignored. Therefore, we must make a stop loss plan. Once the situation changes irreversibly, we must ensure that our losses will not affect Citi''s losses. fundamental!"


    At the helm of Citi, Charles Prince tends to be conservative.


    ��Currently we are investing $5 billion in gold shorts with 20x leverage. I think $275 can be used as our safety line. As long as the price of gold does not exceed this value, we choose to hold positions. If it exceeds this value, we Just close the position! In this way, even if there is a black swan event that we cannot predict, we can guarantee that we will not lose too much.��


    $275 is the price of gold when Citi entered the market. As long as the gold is not higher than this price, Citi will make money!


    The words of Chief Risk Officer Paul Dempsey won over Charles Prince. Everyone briefly discussed it, and after making some additions in the middle, they agreed with the proposal.


    "Turner, you are most familiar with Bruce Guo here. You will be responsible for the subsequent gambling and negotiation!" Charles Prince said.


    "OK!"


    The latter nodded.


    ��


    "Niu X, Niu X, brother-in-law, you are so awesome!"


    Al Bevan gave a thumbs up and yelled at Guo Shouyun. Seeing how excited he was, those who didn''t know thought it was him who made an amazing bet with Citi!


    "Bruce, the world''s newspapers are talking about you right now. By comparison, Hollywood stars like Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Tom Hanks, etc., are weak in front of you!" Olivia Eisley, who came back with Al Bevan, also showed excitement on her face.


    After briefly swiping the two faces, Guo Shouyun shook his head secretly. No wonder they can be together, their tempers are so similar!


    "Didn''t you guys come back to see Molly? Why do I feel like you care more about me now?"


    "We saw Molly Aside from a bigger belly, isn''t everything all right! In comparison, your affairs are even more curious!" After a pause, Al Bevan rolled his eyes and smiled, "Bruce, you don''t know how many media out there want to interview you now..."


    "Stop!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand quickly, interrupting the guy''s next words. Everyone has been together for a long time, and he also understands the nature of this guy Al Bevin. As the saying goes, ''As soon as you poke your ass, I know what kind of baba you''re going to pull''!


    "Do you guys want to use this to benefit yourself again? I tell you there is no way. Now, besides work, what I want to do most is to quietly accompany your sister to give birth."


    "Hey, hey, don''t be so extreme? My sister is in good health. Besides, an interview doesn''t take long."


    "no!"


    Just when Guo Shouyun unceremoniously rejected Al Bevan, the housekeeper, Old Ward, came in after knocking on the door.

 Chapter 282： my decision

    Chapter 282 My decision


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    "Ward, is something wrong?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    The latter nodded, walked over to him with a serious expression, and said something in a low voice.


    "real?"


    "Well, the news just came from New York!" Old Ward nodded.


    A few people around looked at their mysterious appearance. Just when he was about to ask, Guo Shouyun, who was originally thoughtful, got up and took two steps forward, and took the TV remote control on the low table in his hand.


    Turn on the TV, tune the channel to NBC, and soon the picture Guo Shouyun wanted was presented in front of him.


    ����On behalf of Citibank, I formally agreed to the gambling request with Mr. Guo. We will conduct simple and quick consultations on the basis of the conditions proposed by Mr. Guo, and sign an effective gambling contract under public supervision. ��We Citi is always bullish on the bears in the gold market...!"


    The Citi press conference on TV was not long, but during the broadcast, the atmosphere in the room seemed a little depressing. After all, the pressure brought by the world''s largest financial consortium with a history of more than 100 years is more than just words.


    Even Al Bevan, who was out of character, couldn''t help but reveal concern when he looked at Guo Shouyun, the cheap brother-in-law, when he realized that the giant Citigroup had really weighed on his family.


    "Bruce...!"


    Looking at Molly Bevan, who was beside her, but she was still speechless, with a look of deep worry on her pretty face, Guo Shouyun smiled and patted her slender hand on his forearm.


    "Don''t worry, since I dare to do it, I will be sure of victory!"


    Looking at the strong confidence on her lover''s face, and thinking of his success all along, Molly Bevan breathed a sigh of relief, "I believe in you!"


    After nodding at her, "Molly, Citi has declared war, and I may be a little busy in the next period of time. But don''t worry, I will never miss the birth of our child!"


    "Um!"


    Molly Bevan nodded vigorously.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    At this moment, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone suddenly rang. After taking a look at the caller ID, he temporarily hung up the phone.


    "Al, Olivia, please accompany Molly to chat, I''ll take care of something!"


    "Okay, I know you''re busy!" Olivia waved her hand.


    "Bruce, you must win the bet with Citi!"


    Al Bevin made a fist to Guo Shouyun and cheered.


    "Do not worry!"


    After nodding at them, Guo Shouyun stood up and looked at the woman beside him tenderly, "Molly, I''m going to work first, I''ll come to accompany you later!"


    "Um!"


    After the latter responded, Guo Shouyun attached himself to his lover''s smooth forehead and kissed gently, smiled warmly, turned and walked out of the room. After the door was closed, he took out his mobile phone, found the number just now, and dialed it again.


    "Wendy, is something wrong?"


    "Boss, I just received a call from Citi COO Paul Turner. He asked us to meet at Citi headquarters in New York and start a detailed negotiation on the conditions of the bet!"


    "I see, did you tell me the exact time?"


    "He said it''s up to us to decide!"


    After thinking for a while, "You called Paul Turner for me and said that the venue for the meeting between the two sides will be at the London Hilton Hotel, and the time will be decided by them! As for the reason, I think he should know!"


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, I have sent the Kunpeng back to the United States, and it will bring you and George''s respective teams to London!"


    "Is it right for me to go?" Wendy said in a complicated tone after being silent for a while.


    Guo Shouyun understood what she was thinking, and said lightly, "It''s okay!"


    "I see! ... If you''re okay, I''ll hang up first!"


    "Um!"


    Looking at the phone, until this time, the sullenness that was suppressed in the bottom of my heart was expressed with a sigh. The existence of Wendy and Molly was always the most difficult problem in his heart, and the pressure it brought him even surpassed Citi''s betting.


    Shaking his head and temporarily pressing the problem to the bottom of his heart, Guo Shouyun turned around and went downstairs to the annex of the manor. This is also the office of the members of the Thunder Fund.


    When he walked to the room usually reserved for the members of the Thunder Foundation for meetings, and pushed open the door, Qin Zhicheng, Zhang Shaoling and John Lu Simi were all present.


    "Boss! ... BOSS!"


    "You are all here, but I''ll go to find them one by one!"


    "We knew the boss would definitely come after we saw the news on TV, so I''ll wait for you here in advance!" John Lusmi laughed.


    Hearing this, the other two nodded in agreement.


    He waved his hand and motioned them to sit down, "Since you all know the news, I won''t explain much. The next thing you have to do, in addition to continuing to pay attention to the gold market, is to use us as a deposit of 6 billion yuan. U.S. dollar, split into 20, buy $300 million a day in gold longs with ten times leverage!��


    Guo Shouyun''s words were not mentioned in Shi Potianjing''s ears. Although they knew that after Citi agreed to the bet, the big boss would definitely make a big move, but they didn''t expect the action to come so quickly and so boldly!


    "Boss, is it too early to put the margin on the gold market now?"


    "Yeah! If Citi''s funds are delayed and there is a major negative in the gold market, we will face major risks!"


    The only one among the three who did not speak was Zhang Shaoling. Having fought with Guo Shouyun in the gold market for nearly a year, he has the most confidence in his big boss.


    "I understand your concerns! But since you''ve decided to bet heavily on the gold bulls, you can''t hesitate or back down now." Guo Shouyun said firmly after his eyes quickly swept across the faces of the three of them.


    "We don''t object to the boss''s decision, but is it too urgent to invest the funds now? After all, it is only mid-August, and there are still three and a half months until the end of the year. Anything can happen in three and a half months!" John Luthme said.


    His poised personality makes him always the antagonist in the trio. However, Guo Shouyun didn''t hate his rebuttal, and was even a little happy that he had a different opinion. Because it allows him to hear different opinions and reflect on his decision!


    However, now is different from before, now he has to be arbitrary!


    ��I know my decision may be risky. But I can assure you. If there is a major bearishness in the gold market and Citi��s capital is not in place, then I will divert the operations of my companies such as Apple, Google, Kuo, etc. funds to force liquidation.��


    The three looked at each other in dismay, they never thought that Guo Shouyun would come up with such an answer. However, it also proved that his decision to continue betting on gold bulls has been irreversible. After all, the operating capital of an enterprise is the guarantee for the stable operation of the enterprise. Once this part of the capital is used, it means that the matter is at the last minute.


    "Boss, are you...really sure that the bullish factor for gold will outweigh the bearishness in the future?" Qin Zhi idiom asked hesitantly.


    He really couldn''t understand why Guo Shouyun would have such confidence in the gold bulls!


    Hearing this sentence, Zhang Shaoling and John Lu Simi''s eyes also focused on the man sitting in the middle. After discussing it countless times in private, they can''t find any more conditions that can support gold bullish!


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "I''ll explain the more specific factors to you later. For now, you should do as I say! Oh, yes. If nothing else, I will negotiate with Citigroup for gambling. It will start in London, and then you will come with me."


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    As soon as Guo Shouyun finished speaking, his cell phone rang. This was not out of his expectation, since the news of his plan to bet with Citi in the gold market came out, his phone had not stopped much. Clients of the Thunder Fund, his friends and business associates, and even curious people of extraordinary stature who didn''t know him were calling to get some inside information.


    After waving at Qin Zhicheng and the others, indicating that they could leave, Guo Shouyun pressed the answer button.


    "Old Chen, why do you have time to call me?"


    Chen Zhen''s hearty laughter came from the microphone. Since Guo Shouyun came to London for the first time, the two had a fight and the experience of squatting in the shift room. Although they never met in different countries, the connection between them has not been broken.


    "You have made such a big fuss about betting with Citi in the gold market. If I don''t call to greet you again, doesn''t it seem like I''m not enough friends?!"


    "Really? But why do I feel that your kid is here to talk to me, so as to take the opportunity to make a bargain?!"


    "Hey, I know I can''t hide anything from you. However, I''m not making cheap money. I just plan to drink soup from the side when your old man eats meat!" Chen Zhen didn''t hide his purpose.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Do you believe me that much? You must know that the current form of the gold market is that the shorts are long and the longs are long!"


    "Of course I will detail you. Isn''t there a saying: the truth is always in the hands of a few people Moreover, your previous brilliant record in the gold market is enough to explain everything!" After a while, Chen Zhen smiled slightly, "Bruce, buddy, this time you have all your money in your hands. So, can you give me the bottom line, how big you are as a gold bull this time. Are you sure you can win?"


    Chen Zhen''s question was not beyond Guo Shouyun''s expectations. Among all the people who called him before, more than 95% would ask the same question.


    "I''m 80% sure I can win, but I don''t know how much you can believe!"


    "Of course I trust your judgment 100%!"


    Chen Zhen hesitated for a while, but he didn''t say anything further. Because that involves the internal secrets of the Thunder Fund! Even if the two sides are friends, he should know the advance and retreat.


    "Bruce, thank you very much! When I make a lot of money on the Golden Mountain this time, I will definitely give you a big red envelope as a thank you!"


    "Okay! Then I''ll wait and see!"


    After a brief chat, the two hung up the phone.

 Chapter 283： negotiation

    Chapter 283 Negotiations


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    Between the turbulence, time always flies by quickly. Regarding Guo Shouyun''s change of the negotiation venue to London, Citi quickly agreed, after all, this is not an important matter.


    In addition, because the gambling between the two sides has always been under the attention of the media, when three days passed, journalists from all over the world gathered outside the Hilton Hotel in London, so many that they blocked the streets.


    "Good guy, even a head of state can hardly attract so many media!"


    Wearing a peaked cap and carrying a camera, Guo Lin, who is the videographer of China CCTV Finance Channel, got out of the car and looked at the crowd of two or three hundred people in front of him, and couldn''t help but be surprised.


    After following him down, Sun Lei, who was holding the microphone, couldn''t help but nodded in amazement after seeing the surrounding situation clearly. This is the first time she has encountered such a situation in the two years she has been in the industry.


    "It''s just a gamble, how can it attract so many people?"


    "Because the two sides of the bet are now the world''s largest conglomerate Citi, and the world''s most watched financial genius Bruce Guo, plus their bet is the gold that attracts the most attention, or Money, and the staggering amount, naturally attracts attention.��


    With the voice, Qin Ming, the leader of the interview team, got out of the car.


    After nodding her head clearly, Sun Lei frowned as she looked at the dark crowd in front of her.


    "Team leader, there are too many people in front of us, how do we get there?"


    "What else can I do, I can only squeeze! ... Lao Guo, you go ahead. Xiao Sun is in the middle, and I go behind. Let''s squeeze through together."


    Guo Lin, who is carrying the camera, is a native of Shan~dong. So after hearing the order, he nodded and walked to the front with the camera. Looking at his neat appearance, it is obvious that this kind of work has not been done less before.


    In this way, the two of them protected Sun Lei, and after a lot of hard work, they finally squeezed to the front. But before they could breathe a sigh of relief, black Rolls-Royce cars drove up on the street not far away.


    The crowd who realized something quickly roared, and the camera flashes on the scene turned into snowflakes. With the help of the security arranged by the hotel and the burly men in black suits who got out of the car, Paul Turner and Citi''s negotiating team got out of the car.


    "Mr. Turner, may I ask what conditions Citi has prepared for this bet?"


    "Mr. Turner, how do you think gold will perform in the next three months?"


    "Mr. Turner, if this bet loses, will Citi actually make a travel promise!"��


    As Paul Turner walked towards the hotel lobby step by step under the protection of bodyguards, the reporters who were clamoring around threw him strange questions one after another. So many that you can''t even hear what they''re saying.


    Still, Paul Turner isn''t ready to waste time here either. So, when he walked up to the front steps of the hotel lobby with a smile, he pressed his hands down, and after the cluttered voice subsided a little, "Thank you very much for your attention to this gambling, because of time constraints, I can''t Give detailed answers to your questions. However, please rest assured that on the day of signing the contract, we will definitely hold a press conference, and there will be special people to answer your questions in detail. "


    After the words were finished, with a flat but not friendly smile, Paul Turner turned and walked into the hotel. Citi negotiators who came with him quickly followed.


    After Paul Turner entered the hall, a middle-aged man in a brown suit greeted him with a flattering smile on his face.


    "Hello Mr. Turner, I''m Philip Christopher, the general manager of this Hilton hotel!"


    "Hello!"


    After a brief glance at him, Paul Turner stretched out his right hand.


    "Hello! Mr. Turner, thank you very much and Mr. Guo for choosing our Hilton Hotel as the meeting place. On behalf of Hilton Hotel, I express that I will provide a full range of services for this meeting. You can come to me if you need anything!"


    "Thank you! Mr. Guo, have they arrived?" Paul Turner said after nodding lightly.


    "Yes! In the conference room on the third floor! I''ll take you there!"


    Paul Turner did not refuse, and then led by the other party, came to the conference room carefully prepared by the Hilton Hotel on the third floor.


    Here, the negotiators belonging to Guo Shouyun who arrived early by helicopter were already waiting. Seeing Opal Turner push the door in, everyone in the room stood up.


    "Mr. Turner, welcome!"


    William Zhang in a black suit greeted him.


    After nodding slightly, Paul Turner''s eyes swept across the room quickly, "Is Mr. Guo not here?"


    "I''m very sorry, Mr. Turner. The boss was unable to be there in person today due to a temporary emergency, and he asked me to apologize on his behalf. Also, he entrusted me to speak with Citi as the plenipotentiary representative for this negotiation! The same goes for any decision on our side. The boss''s decision!"


    Paul Turner frowned and nodded.


    "Can I know what caused your boss to break his appointment?"


    "I think you should guess it!" A gleam of light flashed in William Zhang''s eyes.


    Paul Turner suddenly realized that, as a senior Citigroup executive, he naturally knew that Guo Shouyun''s fiancee was about to give birth, and it was precisely because he knew that, Citigroup agreed to change the meeting place to London.


    "In that case, let''s get started!"


    "Okay, please!"


    Afterwards, the two sides sat down around the long table in the middle according to their respective interests and status.


    Just when William Zhang was negotiating with Citi on behalf of Guo Shouyun, Guo Shouyun, who was far away in Exeter, did not accompany his wife in the hospital as Paul Turner thought. Instead, she took Molly Bevan to Rowling''s house.


    "Joanne, why is his little face wrinkled like a little old man!"


    Lying on the side of the cradle, Molly Bevin asked curiously, looking at the tight little guy lying inside and being wrapped.


    "It''s like this with newly born children. When your child is born in a few days, it will be the same as David!" Rowling laughed.


    "David, is his name David?"


    "Um! David Murray! ... By the way, did you and Bruce name your child?"


    Molly Bevin nodded, "Bruce said the girl''s name is Elizabeth and the boy''s name is George!"


    "Elizabeth? George? ... nice name!"


    Watching the two women chatting endlessly around the topic of children, Neil Murray and Guo Shouyun didn''t get involved.


    After seeing the children, the two exited the room and came to the living room on the first floor.


    "Bruce, thank you for coming to see us!"


    "Neil, we are friends. Isn''t it normal for friends to visit each other? Besides, you and Rowling have the crystallization of their own love, so how can I not visit as a friend?"


    Neil Murray smiled and nodded. With Guo Shouyun''s current status and financial resources, it is somewhat comforting to be able to say such words.


    "By the way, isn''t it the time for you to hold talks with Citi? You''re here, what about the negotiations?"


    "Negotiations with Citi can''t be concluded in a day or two. Besides, I have already arranged enough experienced personnel to take charge, don''t worry!"


    "That''s good. But, Bruce. Are you really that confident that the gold market will go up?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Why, you also want to invest?"


    "No no! I''m just a professor of anesthesiology, and I don''t know much about finance. Not to mention the gold market." After a pause, he looked at Guo Shouyun and said, "I''m just a little worried, after all, Citi...!"


    Neil Murray didn''t finish, but the worried tone and the look on his face said it all.


    "Don''t worry, Neil. I never do anything I''m not sure about!"


    "That''s good! ... I wish you success in advance with this glass of red wine!"


    "Good! Cheers!"


    "cheers!"


    I stayed at Rowling for lunch at noon, and after a brief chat, Guo Shouyun and Molly Bevin left.


    Return to the manor and settle Molly Bevan. After further understanding the gold market with Zhang Shaoling and a few others, he received a call from William Zhang.


    "How about it?"


    ��As you might expect, Citi doesn��t think your assets are still worth $10 billion after deducting $3 billion in CDS bonds. They think it��s only half that, which is $5 billion. And they don��t promise the full It only accepts 60% mortgage rate, and the loan interest rate is 10 years, 8.14% interest rate!��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Since that''s the case, let''s follow the original plan."


    "Yes!"


    Finally, after explaining a few more words he hung up the phone.


    Today is August 17th, less than a month before 9/11. A month is not a long time for a negotiation involving more than $5 billion. Therefore, Guo Shouyun''s idea is to delay the time and use negotiations to distract Citigroup''s attention in the gold market.


    It doesn''t matter if Citi detects his purpose. At that time, several billions of funds were obtained, which was enough as a deposit. In ten days and a half months, Citigroup can''t make the gold market collapse. Therefore, no matter whether this pair is signed or not signed, he is a sure win.


    In addition, as he had expected, when he used the gold market bet to attract the attention of the world including Citigroup, the decline of the gold market also slowed down further. Although it did not change the overall situation of the falling gold market, it also stabilized the market.


    As long as the gold market is stable, people''s hearts will also become stable. And this is what Guo Shouyun wants now!


    ����������������

 Chapter 284： stalemate

    Chapter two hundred and eighty fourth stalemate


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    "Have the betting talks between Citi and Bruce Kuo not yet come to fruition?"


    "No!"


    Stephen Bryan said after he slammed his suit billiard ball out.


    Blank Fein nodded knowingly. He went to Huaxia some time ago, so he paid less attention to the bet between Citi and Guo Shouyun. In addition, everything has a timeliness. Although the gambling between the two parties is enough to attract attention, with the extension of time, the attention of the media and the public who eat melons will inevitably decrease.


    "Has it been half a month?"


    "14 days to be exact!" Stephen Bryan said.


    "Fourteen days is not too long, not too short. Why is there no result yet?"


    "One wants more, the other wants less; maybe they have other considerations. So it is naturally difficult to reach an agreement in a short period of time. In fact, it is normal even if there is no result for a month or two!"


    Blank Fein pondered for a moment, "You''re right in your analysis. However, I always feel that this is a little bit different from Bruce Guo''s style of doing things. Didn''t he always act resolutely before? Besides, he took the initiative to provok this bet. Get up!"


    "It''s not like, maybe he didn''t intend to bet with Citi at the beginning, but just used the ''bet'' to divert Citi''s attention in the gold market and interrupt their attack rhythm. Moreover, he This trick is indeed used correctly. The gold market is still oscillating around the price of $270!��


    "Where''s Citi? They''re not fools. They should have noticed Bruce Guo''s change, right?"


    "Of course! Now the two affiliated media have become one pot! Although the influence of LinkedIn News is not comparable to that of the "Wall Street Journal"-based media, its audience base is also quite large, so public opinion is not one-sided. Towards Citi. In addition, Citi is still using its influence to push the Fed to raise interest rates. However, although the US economy has stabilized, it is still recovering weakly. Therefore, neither Washington nor the Fed agrees!��


    "So the two sides are deadlocked?" Blank Fein said.


    "you can say it this way!"


    After nodding clearly, "What about the gold market?"


    "It''s generally stable. The Argentine financial crisis is over on the surface, and there is no event in the world that can make gold fluctuate greatly!"


    After thinking for a moment, Blank Fein said with a sigh: "The original plan was to take advantage of the opportunity of the war between the two sides to intervene to make a fortune, but now it seems that the chance is not big!"


    "It can''t be said that there is no chance at all. After all, no one can accurately predict the future."


    Blank Fein nodded in agreement, "I have to go to China in a few days, so you are responsible for the bet between Bruce Guo and Citi."


    "Hasn''t the dust settled on Huaxia''s entry into the WTO?"


    As a senior executive of Goldman Sachs, Stephen Bryan naturally understood why Blank went to Huaxia.


    "Huaxia''s accession to the WTO is over, but the distribution of benefits is not over yet. It''s not an easy task to grab a piece of meat from Seymour, Citigroup, and HSBC!"


    "Snapped!"


    The billiard ball hit by Blank Finn goes straight into the net!


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    They are not the only institutions like Goldman Sachs that care about Guo Shouyun''s gambling with Citi. More on the individual. But the most important thing among them is the so-called ''anti-Guo alliance'', especially a guy like Oliver Balin who has a ''great hatred'' with Guo Shouyun!


    However, caring is caring, and it is Citigroup and Guo Shouyun who really play a decisive role.


    "Bruce, the negotiation has been going on for three weeks. There are no problems with other terms, only the loan amount. $6.5 billion is our final bottom line, and it is absolutely impossible to continue to increase!"


    Looking at Paul Turner with sharp eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled faintly, "Paul, $6.5 billion can''t reflect the true value of my assets. If I agree to sign a contract according to this standard, I''m afraid people all over the world will laugh at me. A complete fool!"


    "So we still can''t reach an agreement today?"


    "It''s up to you, as long as you can agree to sign the final loan contract according to the $9 billion standard, then I can sign the contract now!"


    "9 billion impossible!"


    "Then there is no way!" Guo Shouyun shrugged.


    Paul Turner frowned, "Bruce! You know, Pan Pacific Energy Group, despite its huge assets, has too much debt. As for Apple, most of its equity was mortgaged when you bought Pacific and Southern California. .LinkedIn, PayPal, and Google are all unlisted Internet companies, and are destined to get too high an asset valuation. After deducting the value of the CDs bonds of $3 billion, the asset valuation of $6.5 billion is a very reasonable price!"


    "Paul, you''ve said the same thing more than once. So, unless $9 billion, I can''t say yes!"


    Staring closely at the calm guy opposite, "Bruce, you proposed to bet on gold?!"


    "certainly!"


    "If that''s the case, why are you entangled and unwilling to sign a contract?"


    "Paul, I''ve made it very clear! I don''t intend to repeat the same words." Guo Shouyun''s shrewdness has also been tempered for so long. No matter what Paul Turner said, he insisted that the final conditions would not be relaxed.


    And his attitude really gave Paul Turner a headache.


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun looked at his watch and stood up.


    "Paul, I''m going to accompany my wife to the hospital for a maternity check-up, so today''s negotiation will come here first!"


    "Bruce...you didn''t mean to delay time, did you?"


    After standing up with a ''swish'' Paul Turner stared at the man opposite and said solemnly.


    "How could it be! I''m very confident about the future gold market! But, I don''t want to play an unfair game! ... Goodbye, let me know when there is good news!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked out of the door with his bodyguard.


    Looking at his back, Paul Turner''s expression was cloudy, and he sighed after a long time. After these days of contact, he has clearly felt that Guo Shouyun does not seem to be particularly enthusiastic about ''gambling gold''. But the huge sums he has invested in gold bulls don''t appear to be fraudulent. This paradoxical situation is something Paul Turner could not figure out. In the past few days, he tried repeatedly, but he couldn''t get the slightest hint from Guo Shouyun''s mouth.


    "Do you really want to do the opposite and agree to his 9 billion loan?"


    Paul Turner shook his head slowly, and he decided to wait a few more days to have a look! Three weeks is not a long time for this huge loan.

 Chapter 285： September 11

    Chapter 285 9.11


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    Time passed day by day in the stalemate between Guo Shouyun and Citi, and in a blink of an eye, the day he remembered was still fresh.


    "Hey!"


    After tearing up yesterday''s calendar, looking at the bright red mark of September 11, Guo Shouyun''s face showed a trace of solemnity!


    "What''s the matter with you, you''ve been worrying about these days?"


    Molly Bevan said with concern.


    As a lover who shares the same bed, she can naturally be keenly aware of the changes in the person beside her.


    After pulling her hand and placing it in his palm, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "It''s almost your due date, aren''t I nervous!"


    "I''m not nervous, why are you nervous. Besides, the doctor didn''t say everything is okay with me and my baby, don''t worry!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "How are you feeling today?"


    "Very good, the baby kicked me again!" At the same time as she spoke, Molly Bevan''s face showed a deep joy and love.


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just then, there was a knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    "Master, breakfast is ready!" Old Ward pushed open the door and walked in.


    "Bring it in!"


    "Yes!"


    After answering, he greeted the servant and pushed in the carefully prepared breakfast. Because it is morning, breakfast is mainly light. Jujube millet porridge, a small bowl of green vegetable noodles, chicken and mushroom soup and fruit platter, this is Guo Shouyun''s pregnant meal for Molly Bevin. As for Guo Shouyun himself, he was relatively casual. Milk, eggs, noodles, and two side dishes. Simple and nutritious without being too extravagant.


    "Come on, I''ll eat it for you!"


    "No, I''ll do it myself!"


    After rejecting Guo Shouyun, Molly Bevan took over the small bowl of millet porridge in his hand. Although her stomach was inconvenient, eating was not a problem, and she was embarrassed to appear too close to Guo Shouyun because she was guarding the servant next to her.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t say much about his lover''s persistence. To be honest, he is still very willing to inherit the good tradition of Chinese men loving their wives, especially taking care of their wives meticulously during pregnancy!


    "Um��!"


    Halfway through the meal, Molly Bevin''s brows furrowed.


    Seeing the pain on her face, Guo Shouyun''s heart also suddenly mentioned in the air.


    "Molly, what''s wrong with you?"


    "Stomach... ah!"


    Molly Bevan''s whimper sounded like someone smashed Guo Shouyun''s head hard with a hammer. All the calm suddenly disappeared. ''Bang'' dropped the bowl and quickly helped Molly Bevan.


    "Ward, go and call the doctor!!"


    "Yes, young master!"? Soon, the top ward of the best maternity hospital in Exeter became restless with Molly Bevan''s labor.


    "Mr. Guo, please stay outside!"


    "But��!"


    "Please rest assured, we will ensure the safety of your wife and children!" Michael Barry quickly assured.


    Looking at the best obstetrician and gynecologist in the UK that he had paid a lot of money for, Guo Shouyun took a deep breath and nodded vigorously.


    "Doctor Barry, please!"


    "Don''t worry, this is my duty!" The latter closed the glass door of the delivery room.


    But Guo Shouyun, who stayed outside, could not calm down when he heard Molly Bevin''s painful voice coming from inside. Being a father for the first time, he is now full of hesitation.


    "Ding ding...!"


    The clear ringtone of the mobile phone interrupted Guo Shouyun''s thoughts.


    "Hey, boss, Mr. Paul from Citi...!"


    Before the other party could finish speaking, Guo Shouyun interrupted, "You are in charge of reception, I don''t have time!" He hung up the phone. At this moment, nothing compares to Molly Bevin, who is still struggling in the delivery room.


    Just when Guo Shouyun was wandering back and forth outside the delivery room, waiting anxiously. Thousands of miles across the Atlantic, New Yorkers in the Big Apple have finished their breakfast and are ready to start their day at work. And those who are on vacation boarded their own means of transportation early to go to their favorite attractions!


    There is no doubt that Times Square, a New York landmark, is definitely one of the most popular attractions. First-time Frenchman Rafael Paval and her girlfriend Brigitte Bourquen are among them.


    Of course, taking pictures is indispensable when visiting attractions. Especially when the girlfriend dresses up beautifully, puts on a pose, and puts the look of anticipation on herself!


    Rafael Pavar was inspired by the charming eyes, so he quickly put the Leica camera hanging around his neck in front of him. But just as he adjusted the focus and was about to press the shutter, a scene inadvertently passing through the lens quickly caught his attention! Moreover, he soon gradually grew his mouth, and an unbelievable look gradually appeared on his face!


    "Raphael, what are you doing, hurry up...!...Boom...!"


    Before Brigitte Bulquan''s dissatisfaction was finished, the earth-shattering explosion interrupted everything!


    All of a sudden, it seems that the whole of New York has come to a standstill in an instant! Everyone looked at the fire and the billowing black smoke on the twin towers of the World Trade Center, a landmark building in Manhattan, New York, with expressions of shock on their faces! Even the most predictable people never imagined such a thing would happen.


    But no matter what, after being calm for hundreds of years, even during World War I and World War II, the United States, which had not suffered any losses in its homeland, bid farewell to its former glory.


    Calm, broken!


    Of course, it''s not over yet!


    "boom��!"


    The closed door opened, looking tired, but Michael Barry came out with a smile in his eyes.


    "Mr. Guo, congratulations, mother and son are safe!"


    "Really, great! Dr. Barry, thank you, thank you so much!"


    Holding each other''s hands tightly, Guo Shouyun, whose whole body was filled with excitement, held Michael Barry''s hands, and said incoherently with excitement.


    "You''re too kind This is what we should do!"


    After nodding forcefully, Guo Shouyun, who was a little calmer, said quickly, "Can I go in now?"


    "You haven''t sterilized. For the safety of the newborn, just wait here, the mother will come out soon!"


    After listening to this, Guo Shouyun didn''t act recklessly. And as the other party said, Molly Bevin was quickly pushed out.


    "Dear, how are you, how are you?"


    He walked over quickly, held his lover''s hand tightly, looked at her pale and sweat-soaked hair, and asked nervously and concerned.


    "fine!"


    Feeling the scalding temperature of the other person''s palm and the deep worry and concern on her face, Molly Bevin felt that all her previous pain was worth it.


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 Chapter 286： twin

    Chapter two hundred and eighty sixth twins


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    As Molly Bevan returned to the ward, it didn''t take long for the nurse to carry the baby over after nursing.


    "Two? Twins?!" Looking at Molly Bevin''s eyes in surprise, Guo Shouyun quickly understood.


    "You already knew?"


    "Yeah! I want to give you a surprise!" Molly Bevan''s pretty face revealed a strong tenderness.


    "Molly, thank you so much! This is the best gift I''ve ever received in my life!" After kissing his lover''s forehead in excitement, Guo Shouyun couldn''t wait to stand up and wrapped the two little guys One left and one right in his arms.


    Seeing their tender little hands clasped in front of their chests, and the blushing look on their cute little faces, a feeling of blood connection immediately rose from Guo Shouyun''s heart.


    "This is my child!"


    While thinking of this, a deep feeling filled his heart. It has been nearly two years since he was reborn, and it is only now that he truly feels that he has roots in this world! At the same time, a heavy sense of responsibility was born, and before you knew it, the whole person became more mature and more stable!


    At the same time, lying on the hospital bed and watching Guo Shouyun, who was holding the two children in his left and right arms, looking left and right, as if he couldn''t see enough, Molly Bevan also had a strong sense of happiness in her heart.


    But just when the two were immersed in joy, the little troublemakers who were held in their arms protested.


    "Wow��!"


    The loud cry quickly made the new dad become in a hurry.


    "What happened to them?"


    Although Guo Shouyun has read a lot of books on maternal and child health care before, but when it is really used, it still does not play a big role. After all, books and experience are two different things. Fortunately, he was well prepared in advance, and there are the best gynecologists and nursing staff in the UK.


    "Mr. Guo, the children are hungry! Please give them to me!"


    "OK!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded quickly, and carefully handed over the two little guys in his arms. Watching them being carried to Molly, they pumped their breast milk ''blink''! When you have something to eat, you will naturally become quiet!


    Fortunately, Molly has a lot of milk, enough for two sturdy little guys!


    "Molly...!"


    Just as Guo Shouyun was about to speak, he was interrupted by the door that slammed open next to him. An excited Al Bevan rushed in from behind.


    "Molly, have you given birth? Boy or girl? Pretty?"


    Before the barrage of questions could be answered, Olivia and the old Bevan also ran in one after another. The father-in-law and brother-in-law, and his aunt in the future, quickly occupied the ownership of the two children, and pushed Guo Shouyun, the father, to the outside. But seeing that they care so much about their children, Guo Shouyun, the father, is still very happy.


    But just as he was about to cut in and say a few words, Old Ward pushed open the door and walked in.


    "gentlemen��!"


    "What''s wrong?"


    Seeing his hesitant look, Guo Shouyun asked with a slight frown.


    "Just received the news that the United States has received a terrorist attack. Three planes hit the Pentagon and the World Trade Center!"


    At the same time as his pupils tightened, Guo Shouyun showed an extremely shocked look at the right time, "What you said is true?"


    "It''s absolutely true! Now the media all over the world are broadcasting this news!" Old Ward nodded affirmatively.


    "Go out and talk!"


    After patting him on the shoulder, the two left the delivery room. As the top ward in Exeter, there is naturally no shortage of TVs here, but it is in the outside living room rather than the inside ward.


    After gently closing the door, Guo Shouyun picked up the remote control and turned on the TV. There was almost no need to tune it, and the World Trade Center with thick smoke appeared on the TV screen!


    Looking at this tragic picture, even if it was expected, it still brought him a huge psychological impact. Moreover, Guo Shouyun also understands that starting from today, the sense of security accumulated by the United States since the two world wars has collapsed. The two ensuing wars have won ten years of golden development time for China, and also allowed the United States to gradually embark on Downhill!


    However, these have little to do with Guo Shouyun for the time being. The most important thing is that with the on-time outbreak of 9.11, he won another bet in the gold market!


    After taking a few deep breaths and calming down his complicated emotions, Guo Shouyun looked away from the TV, walked to the window and took out his mobile phone. As soon as it is opened, there are six or seven missed calls! This was not what he expected. When he was outside the delivery room before, Guo Shouyun felt the vibration from the mobile phone in his pocket which was muted. But at that time, he was completely focused on his wife and children, and he had no intention of accepting it. Now that everything has settled, it will naturally be different!


    After the phone was unlocked, I saw the first missed call and dialed it back.


    "Hey��!"


    Just as Guo Shouyun was about to speak, Zhang Shaoling''s excited voice came over, "Boss, the United States has suffered a terrorist attack. The third world war may be about to break out!"


    "I know about terrorist attacks, but who told you about the World War?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "It''s all said in the news now! Besides, the United States has lost such a big ugliness in front of the whole world, and Xiao Bu~shi is a hawk. It''s impossible not to take revenge...!" Zhang Shaoling said excitedly.


    Apparently, his enjoyment of war goes beyond financial concerns!


    "I don''t know if there is a third world war, and now I just want to know how the gold market is going?" Guo Shouyun, who knows the future trend of the world, has no interest in all kinds of messy news comments on the news.


    ��The situation is great! The gold market has been on the rise since the news of the World Trade Center crash. According to the latest London gold price, gold has risen from $267.4 before the terrorist attacks to $274.8 now. We boldly It is predicted that the price of gold in London before the close this afternoon will definitely exceed $280 and the price of gold in the next week will hit $290 and set a new record!��Boss, this time we made a big profit!!��


    Zhang Shaoling''s voice was full of indescribable excitement. No wonder he does. According to the rules of the Thunder Fund. He and his trading team can share 1 percent of the net profit from the deal. With the amount of funds in the Solomon Group''s hands, they can get at least $100 million in dividends. As the leader of the Solomon team, Zhang Shaoling can receive at least $30 million in dividends!


    No matter in 2001 or in 2019 before Guo Shouyun crossed over, $30 million was an extremely amazing wealth!


    "Making money is a good thing, but don''t take it lightly until the gains are in your pocket!"


    "I see!"


    After explaining Zhang Shaoling a few words, he then called Qin Zhicheng and John Lu Simi and told them of his decision. Guo Shouyun called the heads of his various companies and several close friends in turn. There are public affairs and private affairs. But whether it is public or private, it is a happy thing for him.


    But he was happy, and some people were furious!

 Chapter 287： powerless

    Chapter 287 Powerless to return to the sky


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    The wall-mounted TV in the conference room is still playing back the collapsed World Trade Center, billowing with gunpowder. Looking at the extremely tragic scene, I could hear needles falling in the huge conference room!


    With the depressed atmosphere, there is a deep gloom in the expressions of everyone around!


    "boom!"


    The loud noise attracted everyone.


    "Damn, why does this **** have such good luck every time!"


    Looking at Oliver Balin, who was gnashing his teeth and looking ashen, no one was surprised by his outburst! In this operation against Bruce Guo, energy aside, he invested the most money. Not only did it press half of the funds managed by the Tulip Fund, but also the assets under his name and the remaining assets of the Bahrain family were mortgaged, and they were all invested.


    All this money adds up to over $12 billion! Moreover, with the guarantee of Citibank and ING Group of the Netherlands, he got the highest leverage of 20 times in the gold futures market! Therefore, of all people, he is the most sensitive to the rise in the price of gold! Or rather... fear!


    "Mr. Turner, I think now we should sell all our short gold positions as soon as possible...!"


    If Oliver Baring can still use anger to cover up the fear of failure, then Hills Baring, who has put down most of his net worth, can no longer care so much. At this moment, he is extremely regretful, why did he have a fever in the first place and joined this **** gambling game. Moreover, the greed in my heart was detonated by the success in the early stage, so that now I am deep in the mud!


    "Mr. Bahrain, I understand your mood at the moment, but you should also understand that if you sell the shorts now, the losses on the paper will become actual losses. On the contrary, if we can get through the current crisis, wait until the gold price If you take another shot at a falling time, there will be a very high possibility of balancing the balance of payments and even making a fortune!" Paul Turner quickly interrupted.


    As a representative of Citi, the leader of the operation against Bruce Guo this time. Paul Turner knew that if he could not quickly unify his voice and re-firm everyone''s position, then a tragic failure was at hand!


    However, as a regular in the financial world, Hills Baring is obviously not so easy to be persuaded.


    "Mr. Turner, I agree with you very much. But now the price of gold has reached $274.5! According to our entry price, we have lost $153.4 per gold contract, an overall loss of nearly $1.5 billion. And in the future gold For every dollar that rises, we all lose $879 million! Looking at the current situation, the possibility of gold breaking through $280 an ounce is almost 100%! This means that we will lose half of what we put in.��


    Shils Baring''s tone was anxious! He knew very well in his heart that if the loss of assets was too heavy, the final glory of the Balin family would end in his hands! And he himself will become the laughing stock of British high society. Perhaps, he didn''t even have the qualifications to step into the upper class! In contrast, the conflict with Bruce Guo has become less important!


    Except for Hills Baring, everyone who invested in the operation is in a bad mood right now. To be more precise, it was very bad!


    "Mr. Turner, I agree with your point of view. But everyone has invested almost all their wealth in the previous actions to suppress the price of gold. If you don''t liquidate your positions quickly now, you will have to pay a huge amount of money as a margin for holding positions. I think now It''s hard for everyone to come up with this money again!"


    William Schiff, the direct heir to the Schiff family, sits here in place of his younger brother Grant Schiff. It itself represents the importance that the Schiff family attaches to this meeting.


    In fact, they can''t help but ignore it. After all, when the price of gold was suppressed before, or when the price of gold fell to take advantage of the trend, the Schiff family also invested $800 million in it! The $800 million may not be a huge amount relative to the Schiff family''s wealth. But if they lose more than half, then they will also feel the pain!


    His words quickly drew everyone''s attention to Paul Turner, who was sitting in the middle. It was clear to everyone present that by closing the position now, the paper loss would turn into a real loss of wealth. But if the position is not closed now, then the huge holding margin becomes a problem in the past. Among all the people present, the one that is most likely to solve this problem is Citibank, the world''s largest financial consortium with trillions of assets!


    "Mr. Turner, Citi is the organizer of this ''anti-Guo alliance'' and has the responsibility and obligation to help everyone at this critical moment!"


    "That''s right. We joined in at the call of Citi. Now that something goes wrong, you can''t ignore it!"��


    Representatives of some of the funds and trusts who joined later in the scene were clamoring for it!


    Paul Turner, who was sitting in the main seat, watched them perform with a cold expression. Having worked hard all his life in the financial market, he is accustomed to the dramatic scenes of "winners and losers". So he was not surprised by the appearance of the greedy faces in front of him!


    "Everyone, first of all, you have to be clear. You joined this game voluntarily, and Citi did not force you. Therefore, when you encounter difficulties now, Citi, as the initiator of the action, will provide you with some help, but we have not We are obliged to compensate you for your losses, after all, we are not babysitters!"


    After everyone looked at each other, "Mr. Turner, what kind of help is Citi willing to offer you?"


    William Schiff''s words brought all eyes back to Paul Turner.


    "Loan! We are willing to provide you with some low-interest loans!"


    "Low interest loan? Need collateral?"


    After glancing at him, and then quickly sweeping his eyes across everyone''s faces, Paul Turner nodded affirmatively.


    "Of course! The basis of Citi''s help is to ensure that you will not suffer losses. In addition, everyone is an adult and should understand the meaning of the phrase ''responsible for yourself''!"


    To be honest, seeing the attitude of these people in the face of the crisis, he really doubted whether the formation of the anti-Guo alliance was a huge mistake? !


    "boom��!"


    Just when everyone was about to say something, the door was pushed open! A young man with a document in his hand and a worried expression walked in.


    "Gable, you...!"


    "BOSS, I just got the news from the information department that the gold price in London time has broken through $280!"


    His words instantly caused an uproar in the conference room! Paul Turner''s pupils shrank, he grabbed the information in the secretary''s hand with a ''swish'' and quickly read it, his expression became gloomy again! The price of gold rose faster than he expected!


    "Boss, Mr. President delivered a televised speech two minutes ago. He announced that all U.S. military forces around the world have entered a state of first-level alert! And he himself instructed to fight back against all terrorist organizations that violated the interests of the United States!"


    The secretary''s explanation instantly calmed the atmosphere in the conference room. Everyone present felt the dark cloud of war from his words! And war has always been a booster for gold prices, so it��s no surprise that the price of gold broke through $280 in less than eight hours!


    But understanding is understanding, and the result has made it more difficult for everyone to accept!


    After taking a deep breath and calming down the complicated thoughts in his heart, Paul Turner''s condensed eyes quickly swept across the crowd!


    "Everyone, it looks like we don''t have any more options!"


    "Mr. Turner meant margin call?" asked William Schiff Of course! We all know that when the price of gold will fall, Citi is willing to wait for this opportunity to come! Paul Turner said solemnly.


    If the position is closed now, it means that the invested capital loses more than 60%. Compared with this loss, Citi, represented by Paul Turner, is more willing to look forward to a future opportunity! But not everyone has the strength of Citi to take losses!


    "Sorry, I''m not going to continue. This bad game was a mistake!"


    A fat middle-aged man in a brown suit stood up and said angrily.


    After looking at him and looking at the others, Paul Turner quickly understood that in the face of huge losses, this alliance that was united a few hours ago is already very difficult to maintain!


    "Bruce Guo, it looks like we lost to you again!"


    Thinking of this, the bitterness in Paul Turner''s heart became extraordinarily strong!


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 Chapter 288： Incoming calls from HSD

    Chapter 288 Washington''s Call


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    "Ha ha��!"


    Looking at the son and daughter who were shaking their heads in the cradle and pouting from time to time, Wang Zheng couldn''t stop the smile on his face!


    Seeing that he likes children so much, Molly Bevin''s pretty face can''t help but reveal the inseparable happiness from the inside out!


    It''s a pity that this sweet happiness didn''t last long and was interrupted by the sudden ringing of the phone!


    Taking out his phone and looking at the caller ID, Guo Shouyun frowned slightly.


    "What''s wrong?" Molly Bevin asked.


    "things related to work!"


    "Then go get busy! Alicia and I are enough to take care of these two little guys!"


    Although she has just returned from the hospital, Molly Bevin is just as clear about the big thing of 9.11, and she knows even better that her husband is busy because of this sensational event in the United States!


    After hesitating for a while, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "I''ll return soon!"


    "Um!"


    After a light kiss on his wife''s bright forehead, he kissed the little guy in the cradle who was staring at him, and then he turned away reluctantly!


    To be honest, what he wanted most at this moment was to be with his little baby. Although they can''t speak yet, as long as he sees them, Guo Shouyun feels that there are no worries! What a wonderful and happy feeling to be a dad!


    After leaving the room and walking to the adjacent study, Guo Shouyun dialed back.


    "Carl, why do you have time to call me at a time like this?"


    As the most trusted think tank of Bush Jr., Karl Rove at this time should be very busy with 9.11!


    "Calling you from a busy schedule. Congratulations, Bruce! Father is a divine and wonderful character!"


    "Thank you!" Thinking of his two children, Guo Shouyun showed a happy smile again on his face.


    "I really want to see my godson now, but unfortunately the White House is a mess right now, I really can''t get away!"


    "It''s okay, Carl. The door of Guo''s house is open for you at any time! You are welcome to be your guest anytime!"


    "This is the happiest thing I''ve heard in the past few days!" After a pause, Karl Rove''s tone suddenly calmed down, "Bruce, why don''t you ask me about New York?"


    Guo Shouyun understood what he meant. "Carl, I have seen what I should see. I have seen it in the news. As for how Washington handles this matter, it has nothing to do with me, and I don''t want to cause trouble!"


    Guo Shouyun, who has experience in his previous life, knows very well what will happen next. Therefore, he has never used his connections to spy on the White House''s handling of this matter like other consortiums, so as to make targeted arrangements in advance to obtain wealth!


    "Now Citi, Morgan, Merrill Lynch are all long oil, gold, copper and other futures, as well as Lockheed Martin, Boeing and other arms companies'' stocks!" Karl Rove pointed out.


    Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank, the other party was indirectly reminding him that the United States had absolutely committed war!


    "Carl, the previous battle with Citigroup and the others on gold futures has consumed a lot of energy, so I want to live a quiet life in the next time. In addition, rather than making money, now I hope to be a good father and reconcile Husband!" Guo Shouyun said without hesitation.


    "Really? You know this is a rare opportunity to make money?"


    "There will be more opportunities to make money in the future! But the opportunity to accompany your family to grow will be one less opportunity!"


    After hearing the determination in his tone, Karl Rove nodded.


    "Well, I respect your decision! ... By the way, I have something to tell you! Jeffrey Gilling committed suicide!"


    Guo Shouyun''s expression froze. Since the full-scale battle with Citigroup in the gold market, he has not paid attention to each other for a long time. What surprised him even more was that Jeffrey Jilin, the CEO of Enron with a high heart would choose such a way to end his life! Thinking of the way the other party was in front of you and pointed at the country back then, it was really good luck!


    After taking a breath and calming down the complicated mood, "Where''s An Ran?"


    "$33 billion in debt and no one wants to buy this mess, so ''bankruptcy'' is the only way it will end! As for the time, maybe tomorrow, maybe next month, who knows!"


    "Where''s the government? Enron is a world-class energy company with a book value of $80 billion. Could it just watch her go bankrupt?"


    "If it hadn''t been for 9/11, maybe the government would have given it some help, but now...!"


    Although Karl Rove didn''t finish speaking, Guo Shouyun was very clear that Washington''s full attention had been on the war in Afghanistan that was about to start. By contrast, the collapse of Enron has become insignificant.


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, and after thinking for a while, he didn''t ask what he wanted to ask!


    But Karl Rove is obviously an experienced guy, and he is absolutely world-class in terms of insight into people''s hearts, who can train Bush Jr. from a wealthy second-generation idler to a president!


    "Bruce, do you have any thoughts on Enron?"


    Hearing this, he pondered for a while, and after thinking of the close relationship between himself and Karl Rove, he did not hide it any more.


    "I thought about buying it a few months ago. But when I was negotiating, I had a bad time with Geoffrey Gilling, so the plan was shelved!"


    "How come I never heard of you?"


    "It''s not a good thing to be rejected. How can I tell it? In addition, it was an acquisition intention at the beginning, and it was not really put into legal procedures, so there is no need to write about it!"


    "I see. ... Now what? Now is a good opportunity to acquire Enron! And no one is competing with you!"


    "As you said before, the current Enron is a mess that nobody cares about. So, I can''t give you a definite answer whether to continue the acquisition or not!"


    "Understandable! You can think about it for a few days. If you want to acquire it, you can call me, and I will try my best to help you!"


    Even though Washington''s energies are now on 9/11 and the war that followed, they also don''t want to see Enron fail. After all, this is the top 20 company in the United States that controls 20% of the country''s energy transactions. Once it falls, it will be bad news for the national energy industry. As a representative of Bush, Karl Rove also hopes that his backyard can be as stable as possible when the war breaks out. Of course, with his personal connections and connections, he also has some personal goals. But this is normal, and who is willing to work hard for something that is not good?


    "I''ll give you an answer as soon as possible!"


    "That''s good! ... Honestly, Bruce, you should have signed a contract with Citi earlier so you can make more money!"


    "I think so too. It''s a pity that Citi''s price is too high. And things in New York are beyond my expectations!" Guo Shouyun said with narrowed eyes.


    He would not tell the other party that his gambling with Citi was just to divert the other party''s attention and disrupt the other party''s total rhythm, and he did not intend to sign a gambling contract at all.


    "Yeah, no one thought about New York!" After a pause, "But even so, you made a big profit this time!"


    "No, Carl. We all made a lot of money, to be precise!"


    Karl Rove was stunned for a moment, then laughed: "Yes, we all made money!"


    He put more than 2 million US dollars in the Thunder Fund. Combined with the current gold price, this investment has earned him two or three times the pre-tax profit!


    "If I had known earlier, I would have voted more!"


    "Karl, we still have many opportunities for cooperation in the future!"


    "Yes, yes! Bruce, knowing you is the luckiest thing I''ve ever had in all these years!"


    "Me too, Carl!"


    After the two smiled at each other, "Okay, let''s talk about that for a while today. The White House is already busy with a pot of porridge!"


    "Well! I will deal with An Ran as soon as possible!"


    "OK!"


    "goodbye!"


    "Bye-Bye!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun sat on the chair with his phone and thought for a while, then found a number in the address book and broadcast it.


    "boss!"


    A serious female voice came from it.


    "how are things?"


    "I''m basically familiar with the company''s affairs. The Redding project I''m in charge of has already started the land leveling work, and the plan is very smooth!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. The Reading project is the first major project of Pan Pacific Group''s five-year 60 million megawatt power plant construction plan. The designed power generation capacity is 2,200 megawatts, and the total investment is 2.8 billion US dollars. It is currently run by Rebecca Mark, the former Queen of Enron and now the vice president of Pan Pacific Group.


    After several months of investigation, this shrewd and capable woman is indeed very good. Have the ability to become the CEO of a top big company!


    "Do you know about Jeffrey Gilling?"


    "I know!" After a moment of silence, the other party said.


    How can it be so easy to let go of the person who once wanted to be replaced.


    "What about the Enron company?"


    "Always been following!... You mean...?"


    Such a shrewd woman as Rebecca Mark naturally heard Guo Shouyun''s overtones.


    "The factors that once prevented us from acquiring Enron have disappeared, so I want to know through you whether Enron is still worth continuing to acquire."


    "I?"


    "Yes. After all, no one around me knows it better than you!" Guo Shouyun affirmed.


    Rebecca Mark frowned slightly, and after a long silence, "Enron, as the top energy company in the United States, of course has the value of acquisition. However, if the controlling party asks too high a price, I do not recommend acquisition!"


    "What price do you think it''s at right now?"


    "$1 token buy and take charge of all of Enron''s debts!"


    "One dollar?" Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    The result was beyond his expectations.


    "Yes! Now Enron is on the verge of collapse. Once it collapses, with Enron''s current asset value, it is estimated that 60% of its $33 billion debt can be repaid! So, we can fully use this Ask for more as a condition! The token purchase of $1 is only the most basic, and we can even ask for a deferral of repayment!��


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun said with a smile, "It seems that you are the right person for this call!"


    "Boss, I am willing to be the person in charge of the negotiation team for the acquisition of Enron!" Rebecca Mark said with a hint of fiery in her tone.


    Although she has now become a senior executive of Pan Pacific Group, she has not entered the core decision-making level of the group. This obviously does not satisfy Rebecca Marks'' ideals, or ambitions! The acquisition of Enron is the best opportunity. Because, within the entire Pacific Group, she is the only one who is most familiar with Enron''s situation. Once the acquisition is successful, she is the best person to take charge of the Enron Group. Even if the Enron Group and the Pan Pacific Group merged in the end, she was enough to hold the real power of a major subsidiary and enter the core decision-making level.


    Guo Shouyun did not refuse Rebecca''s request. In fact, even if the other party didn''t say it, Guo Shouyun would explain it. After all, no one under her was more familiar with An Ran than her.


    There is a saying: ''Know the enemy and know yourself, and you will not be imperiled in a hundred battles''. The importance of intelligence is especially important in negotiations.


    "You arrange the things at hand first, and then go to New York! I will arrange for someone to meet you there!"


    "Yes!"


    Rebecca Mark said excitedly.


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun stood up. This time, the harvest from the gold market has to have a place to go. At present, the most suitable one is Enron!

 Chapter 289： lay the victory

    The 289th chapter lays the victory


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    After talking with Rebecca Mark on the phone, Guo Shouyun originally wanted to go back to the room to tease the two little guys, but considering the next work, especially the funding problem after the successful acquisition of Enron, he came back somewhat reluctantly. To the manor annex.


    This is the office of the Thunder Fund. With the occurrence of 9.11, the price of gold futures has skyrocketed. Stimulated by the expected rich harvest, the atmosphere here is even more lively than Christmas! Across the distance, Guo Shouyun heard the noise coming from it.


    "Hi, Louis, we''re going to be on vacation soon, where are you going to play?"


    "Santa Monica Beach, there are beauties from all over the world! If I''m lucky, maybe I can ''applaud for love'' with Hollywood actresses!"


    "Bah, you guys are full of disgusting ''JY'' in your head!"


    "Stop teasing, Annie! Everyone knows you like handsome guys! The biggest ideal is to have a ''one-night affair'' with Tom Cruise!~ I really don''t understand what''s so good about that bitch!"


    "Fuck, Louis is not allowed to insult my idol!"


    Hearing the laughter inside, Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly.


    "It''s nice to be young!"


    Although he is only 21 years old, in his two lifetimes, his heart and mind are already at the level of an absolute uncle. Especially after becoming a father, this feeling of vicissitudes is even stronger!


    "Squeak...!"


    The slightly hoarse sound of the door opening turned the eyes of everyone in the room.


    "boss!"


    "BOSS!"


    The ever-growing Guo Shouyun already has that kind of awe-inspiring aura that makes people involuntarily at first sight!


    After nodding with a smile on his face, he quickly glanced around the room and waved to Zhang Shaoling. The latter understood and quickly followed him out. Afterwards, the two of them went to other rooms together and called Qin Zhicheng and John Lu Simi from the other two groups, and the four of them sat in a small conference room.


    ��Gold has now risen to $287.7 and is slowly rising, so all our investments in gold have been profitable, and the returns are unexpectedly large! However, these are only gains on paper at the moment. Now, What I want to discuss with you is at what price do we sell our contracts so that the harvest is safe?"


    After the three looked at each other, Zhang Shaoling said, "I think $295 is a reasonable closing price!"


    "Old Zhang, how about you?"


    After Qin Zhicheng thought for a moment, "$293! The impact of 9/11 is world-class, but it is already extreme to make the price of gold rise by $25 all of a sudden."


    "John, how about you?"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun put his eyes on John Lu Smi.


    "I''m more conservative than both of them. I think $290 should be closed!"


    "The reason?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    ��The reason is simple, at our average buy price of $270, $290 has already made us enough. Most of the benefits of the gold price increase caused by 9/11 have been eaten by us. Completely There''s no need to take too much risk for the last little remaining value!"


    ��I think the price of $290 is too conservative, the impact of 9/11 is world-class. Also, judging from the reaction of the US government, it is a high probability event to go to war on the J~land organization! So I think the price of gold is Driven by these favorable factors, it can definitely hit $296, or even higher!" Zhang Shaoling affirmed.


    "The impact of 9/11 is big enough, from the perspective of the development of the situation. The high point of the gold market will continue for a while, maybe we can observe it before making a decision!" Qin Zhicheng said.


    Guo Shouyun thought for a moment, then said seriously: "Although your time with me is not too long, it is not too short. You should understand my habits in financial transactions - not to earn the last copper!"


    Hearing this, the three people''s eyes flashed, and they were as smart as they were, and instantly guessed Guo Shouyun''s decision. Therefore, Zhang Shaoling and Qin Zhicheng subconsciously glanced at John Lu Simi next to him.


    "$290! Close your position when gold hits $290!"


    Guo Shouyun knew that because of 9.11, the price of gold would definitely skyrocket, so under this premise, he was willing to make heavy bets, even bets. But he doesn''t know how much the price of gold will rise on 9/11, so in order to ensure the safety of his investment, he would rather choose to be conservative!


    And there are so many opportunities to make money in the future, there is no need to take too much risk!


    "clear!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s firmness, Qin Zhicheng and Zhang Shaoling didn''t say anything more.


    "Boss, how will the funds be handled after the position is closed?" John Lu Simie''s words instantly caused the eyes of the other two guys to focus on Guo Shouyun.


    "How much did I make?"


    Guo Shouyun''s ''I'' instead of ''Thunder Fund'' makes people understand what he means!


    "Our total investment in gold this time is US$22.17 billion and holds 8.15 million gold contracts! If we choose to close the position at US$290, we can earn US$16.3 billion. After deducting 40% of the Thunder Fund, including the boss you The client''s funds included are 9.78 billion US dollars! According to the boss''s investment ratio, you can get 48.6% of it, which is 4.753 billion US dollars!" Zhang Shaoling said quickly.


    His Solomon group has the most money, so it is he who speaks when the data is compiled and reported.


    After nodding clearly, Guo Shouyun turned his attention to Qin Zhicheng.


    "How many ''credit default swaps'' are still in the hands of the unicorn group?"


    "$1.27 billion in hand. $7.88 billion in CDs that haven''t defaulted!"


    Guo Shouyun thought about it, "Among the total income of the Thunder Fund this time, the income belonging to customers is 5.027 billion US dollars. This money and 11.3 billion US dollars of customer funds, a total of 16.327 billion US dollars is the funds you need to manage next! How to invest the money is up to you, I will not interfere! ... Lao Qin, I will leave you 500 million US dollars in CDs revenue of the unicorn group, and I will withdraw all the remaining money. In the future, I will not I will give you another capital injection. How far the teams you manage can grow depends on your own abilities! Of course, if I find a better opportunity, all the Thunder funds will be used together! Similar to this time. But you also Clearly, there won''t be too many opportunities like this, just once or twice a year."


    Now that the Thunder Fund has been raised, it is time for him to let go. Moreover, when it comes to investment ability, there is no doubt about the talents of the three!


    "Boss, have you withdrawn all your funds? Including the part that belongs to Lei Ting?" Qin Zhicheng was a little bit hurt!


    Guo Shouyun put the original Lei Ting''s money, plus the Lei Ting''s profit this time, as well as his own income, reaching an astonishing 22.3 billion US dollars! If you count the profits of CDs products under the unicorn, it is an astonishing level of 30 billion.


    Such a huge amount of money, if it is still placed under the Thunder''s banner, it will be handed over to them for management. Then to create a 10% increase in one year, their commissions will be tens of millions! Of course, with this staggering amount of money, they have achieved an unimaginable position in the financial world.


    Now Guo Shouyun said a word, the money is gone. Including Qin Zhicheng, none of the three were reluctant.


    But Guo Shouyun is not discussing with them!


    "Take it all away!" Guo Shouyun smiled slightly after looking at the faces of the three of them for a while, "If you don''t take it away, I will decide every investment under the Thunder Fund in the future, and you have no right to decide! ... I think so I''m afraid you are even more reluctant!"


    The three people''s eyes flashed, and after looking at each other, they understood each other''s thoughts. Although they admire Guo Shouyun''s amazing talent in investment, everyone is reluctant to become a nominal puppet. More importantly, if the initiative is in Guo Shouyun''s hands, their share will be reduced from 5% to 2%, and the income will be reduced by more than half!


    Power plus money, no one is willing to give up!


    "Looks like the resolution has been passed!"


    After seeing the faces of the three of them Guo Shouyun smiled.


    The three were silent. However, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much about it. He is not disgusted that they have ambitions, because only with ambitions can there be pursuits, and only with pursuits can they bring more wealth to the company. Most importantly, he believes he can control the Thunder and keep their ambitions within reasonable limits.


    "By the way, about the next investment. The current US stock market is a good opportunity. Especially the Internet sector, the military sector, and futures such as oil, steel, soybeans, and copper! You can pay attention!"


    "clear!"


    "Also, after the gold is closed, you can go back to the United States!"


    After this meeting, Guo Shouyun went back to see his two little babies after a brief chat. Although most of the time, the two little guys were still eating, sleeping and eating, but just looking at their cute little faces, Guo Shouyun felt extremely satisfied.


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 Chapter 290： Goldmans turnaround

    Chapter 290 Goldman''s Transformation


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    "Ding ding...!"


    The silver coffee spoon collided with the porcelain cup and made a light and somewhat pleasant sound. After stirring for a few times, Stephen Bryan took a sip, and his face quickly showed a look of enjoyment.


    "Stephen, your taste is really unique!"


    John Jamison shook his head. He really didn''t care about cat **** coffee.


    "In the words of the Chinese people, this is called ''radish and vegetables have their own love''!"


    "Okay, let''s stop for the pointless chat for now! Stephen, what''s going on with Citi?" Blank Fein asked.


    "What else? The money is lost, and the people are lost! Fortunately, they didn''t sign the bet with Bruce Guo this time, otherwise Citi''s losses would be even worse! But although the loss is huge, it can''t hurt Citi. But it is a major blow to Citi''s prestige in the financial world. If it is not handled well, Citi can easily go downhill!"


    Blank Fein nodded. They all knew about Citi''s situation. Beneath the glamorous appearance of the world''s largest conglomerate, it was the problem that the acquired Travelers Life, Smith Barney and Solomon could not be integrated. Involved in these internal factors, Citi''s development has been stumbling.


    How long it can maintain its status as the world''s largest financial group is a question of how long it will remain the world''s No.


    However, Citi''s bad luck is good news for Goldman Sachs, after all, we are competitors.


    "Compared to Citi, ING''s losses are even worse! Especially its Tulip Fund, which lost more than $4 billion!" Stephen Bryan said.


    "It is estimated that the board of directors of the ING Group has the heart to kill Oliver Baring now!" Blank Fein said.


    Stephen Bryan nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "Actually, Oliver Bahrain and even the entire Confederate army led by Citi were wronged. 9/11 came too suddenly, and the price of gold exceeded $280 in less than a day. Give them time to adjust! Without 9/11, they wouldn''t necessarily lose."


    "But there is no if in the world!" After a pause, Blank Fein glanced at John Jamison next to him, "Bruce Guo has made a big profit again this time!"


    "It is conservatively estimated that the income created by the Thunder Fund this time exceeds 10 billion US dollars! Counting their revenue in the first half of the year, I am afraid it will not be less than 20 billion!"


    Although this number has been in Stephen Bryan''s mind many times, it still amazes him every time he mentions it! The earning power is amazing!


    His words silenced everyone.


    "Do you think there is a connection between Bruce Guo and the J. Earth Organization?" Blank Finn said suddenly.


    Looking at the sharp eyes of the two, he organized the language and said slowly: "I''m just guessing. After all, without 9/11, Bruce Guo would not be able to win the Citi Alliance in the gold market. The strength gap between the two sides is too great. Big!"


    "Impossible!" John Jamison shook his head, "Bruce Guo grew up in the United States, and his life trajectory is traceable, and it is impossible to have anything to do with the J organization, otherwise the FBI would have come to the door long ago. In addition, the experience of the past two years has been enough to show his amazing talent in gold investment. Even if there is no 9/11, I still firmly believe that he will still win the Citi Alliance, but it may take some time!��


    "Too successful is always scruples, especially when he is of Chinese descent!" Stephen Bryan said indifferently.


    John Jamison''s pupils shrank, "The White House wants to do something?"


    "The White House?" Blank Fein shook his head slowly, "Now they are preparing to fight against the J organization, and they don''t have the heart to deal with Bruce Guo. Besides, he is the big sponsor of our Mr. President''s campaign, The money earned by the Thunder Fund this time also has a share of the Bush family. Therefore, the current White House has no intention of messing with Bruce Guo!"


    "Could it be Citi again?"


    "Well! Citi, the Schiff family, the Dutch ING Group, they are not willing to swallow tens of billions of losses!" Blank Fein said.


    "What about our attitude?" John Jamison said after a moment of silence.


    "Of course he refused. The current Bruce Guo''s energy cannot be underestimated. Especially his Thunder Fund, but it made a lot of money for a large group of people. No one doesn''t like money, so Citigroup is doomed to fail! And let people believe that a The super rich with tens of billions of dollars has something to do with the J organization, this idea is too stupid!" After a pause, Blank Fein continued, "John, do you still have contact with Bruce Guo? ?"


    "Just called last week!"


    John Jamison isn''t hiding either. In fact, after he realized Guo Shouyun''s increasingly powerful energy, he consciously began to deepen the relationship between the two parties. So, every week he would make a phone call to each other.


    After nodding, "Excuse me to ask him, I hope that after he returns to the United States, we will have a chance to sit down and have a meal! Also, in the acquisition of Enron, we, Goldman Sachs, are willing to help."


    After taking a deep look at Blank Finn, John Jamison understood that with the increasing success of Bruce Guo, Goldman''s attitude finally changed completely!


    But some people like it and some people hate it. For example, Oliver Balin, now he doesn''t hate Guo Shouyun anymore, but hates it to the extreme.


    He lit the cigarette in his hand tremblingly, accompanied by the light of the lighter, and reflected from the darkness was Oliver Balin''s pale and terrified face, and now he is no longer as high-spirited as he used to be. The wrinkled suit, the golden hair like a bird''s nest, and the sunken eye sockets all reveal a kind of embarrassment.


    Looking at the empty villa, Oliver Balin felt ashes at this moment. After the gold price was always hovering at a high of 290 US dollars, after allies including Citigroup could not insist on choosing to close their positions, he had to choose to close their positions without margin.


    As a result of the liquidation, he not only lost all his family property, but even the tulip fund he managed lost 4.3 billion US dollars!


    The heavy loss not only made him a pauper. Moreover, he was also kicked out by the ING Group.


    All this was something he never imagined, but now it has become a reality!


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    The phone on the table suddenly rang.


    "Oliver, the ING Group has decided to take you to court, and their ability is enough to make you sentenced to life imprisonment!"


    Uncle Hills''s words did not sound like a thunderbolt to Oliver''s ears!


    "No...impossible. They agreed to invest in gold in the first place. Moreover, our Bahrain family has a deep relationship with the ING Group, how could they...!"


    Oliver Baring''s panicked words were interrupted rudely before he could finish speaking.


    "Don''t say it''s impossible. After this time, our Bahrain family is over, completely over, understand? No one takes us seriously anymore, ING''s **** are all thinking about our assets to make up for their losses, understand? ?" The hysterical words revealed the despair and irritability of the other party at this time Huh... For the sake of our blood relationship, Oliver, let''s hurry up and escape now. Leave America, leave the West, and start a new life somewhere they can''t find it! So be it! "


    "Slap", after the blind sound rang, the mobile phone also fell to the ground. Oliver Balin was stunned for a while, his breathing gradually became quicker, and the bloodshot eyes became more and more dense, all of which made the originally handsome man look so terrifying at the moment, as if he chose someone to devour him!


    "Damn, **** bastard!"


    With the sound of infinite hatred, the furniture and decorations in the villa got moldy. Half an hour later, when Oliver Bahrain, who was exhausted, stopped, the elegantly decorated luxury villa had been turned into a garbage dump!


    "Bruce Guo, I''m going to kill you!"


    Ye Xiao''s voice was full of ferocity, and it rang in the empty villa!


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 Chapter 291： Integrate Enron

    Chapter 291 Integrate Enron


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    "Ah...!"


    Guo Shouyun, who sneezed a few times in a row, rubbed his nose, "Isn''t someone scolding me?"


    Shaking his head, he pushed the extra thoughts out of his mind. Possessed and rubbed on the tender little faces of the two little guys.


    "Yah...!"


    It is said that her daughter is her father''s lover in her previous life, and Guo Shouyun also thinks so. Among the two little guys, his daughter kissed him. No, knowing that his father was leaving, he stretched out his little hand and grabbed his father''s ear. Don''t say, small hands are not small!


    Gently took off her daughter''s little hand, looked at the two little guys intimately again, and turned to look at her lover who was wearing loose home clothes, hair shawls, and exuding maternal brilliance.


    "It may take a little longer for me to return to the United States this time, but I will definitely come back as soon as the matter is settled!" Guo Shouyun said with love.


    "Well, my child and I are waiting for you to come home!"


    With that said, Molly Bevan stepped forward and threw herself into her man''s arms!


    The two just hugged each other for a while, until the time was almost up, Guo Shouyun reluctantly pushed his lover away, glanced at the child for the last time, and turned to go downstairs.


    Leaving the manor and getting on a private jet to New York, the content of work gradually overshadowed the longing for home!


    This time, he came back mainly for An Ran! He has been following how things are going since he decided to buy the U.S. energy giant again.


    Because of his previous experience, he originally thought that acquiring giants with tens of billions of assets would encounter many difficulties. But it turned out to be smoother than he expected. In just half a month, the negotiating team led by Rebecca Mark reached an acquisition agreement with Enron''s board of directors and Enron''s creditors!


    "Pan Pacific Energy bought Enron for a nominal $1 and assumed Enron''s $33 billion in debt! And, within a week of signing the contract, paid off Enron''s $2.19 billion due and the remaining debt The repayment can be deferred for a year...!"


    The conference room of Nuoda was filled with all the Pan Pacific Group and a few executives of Enron Corporation, and Rebecca Mark''s solemn and high-pitched voice echoed in it!


    Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the main seat, listened briefly, and then focused on the information in his hand.


    This is a detailed investigation report involving Enron''s assets. Its submitter is still Rebecca Mark. Obviously, even though she was humiliated by Geoffrey Gilling and the plan to acquire Enron was shelved, she still did not give up her goals or obsessions!


    In any case, this report does give Guo Shouyun a good way to familiarize himself with Enron''s internal situation in a short period of time.


    However, Guo Shouyun''s heart was a little complicated after seeing this information. Enron''s current situation is worse than he had expected.


    Of the so-called $80 billion in assets, there are currently only about $60 billion left. And less than 30% of positive profits can be achieved. The main operating income was 11.2 billion US dollars, which has shrunk nearly tenfold from 102 billion US dollars in 2000. The most exaggerated is the net profit attributable to the company is 238,000 US dollars. Any small company can do that. Important data such as surplus reserve, capital reserve and current assets for evaluating the value of an enterprise are also terrible.


    "No wonder Enron''s board of directors and creditors are so generous. Now Enron is basically no different from an empty shell!"


    But even so, in Guo Shouyun''s heart, An Ran is not completely worthless. Its power plants all over the world, the largest natural gas pipeline network in the United States, the contacts accumulated over the years, etc., are all important assets that can enable Pacific Group to quickly reach a new level. Of course, it takes a lot of energy to make these assets regain their value.


    While thoughts were flying in Guo Shouyun''s mind, Rebecca Mark finished her speech.


    After waving her to sit down, Guo Shouyun folded his hands on the table and said to everyone''s eyes, "No matter what opinions you have about this acquisition. What I want to stress is that from now on, Enron is Pan Pacific. Part of the energy group. I hope you can cooperate sincerely as company executives to manage the company together!"


    "Of course, I also know that this is not easy, and it requires time and money, as well as detailed planning! I will give you the money, and I will arrange the time. As for the planning, we have discussed it many times before. Now, I want to be right You make three demands."


    "First, reduce administrative expenses. Enron''s $2.5 billion a year is an exaggeration. This figure is five times that of Pacific Group, which is twice the size of Enron today. Sell all the company''s luxury cars and private jets. In the future, regardless of whether the company is high-level or middle-level, all official expenditures will be implemented in accordance with the new standards of the Pacific Group!"


    "Second, reduce the administrative level and cut unnecessary administrative entities. In the future, 18 second-level subsidiaries in the United States, Greater China, North America, South America, and East Asia will be set up under the head office, and branches will be set up under the subsidiary companies, requiring all The administrative level cannot exceed level 5. In addition, the number of 3,000 subsidiaries of the original Enron is too large, and after the rectification plan is finalized, all the redundant ones will be abolished and all the extra personnel will be cut.��


    "Third, reduce the scope of business. I have emphasized that Pan Pacific Group is a company focusing on energy and public utilities. The communications business originally under Enron''s, papermaking, wood processing, coal mining and other businesses were all sold, making a profit. Sell ??first. If the loss-making business still has value for rectification, it will be sold after rectification. It is worthless and directly abolished. In a word: to ensure the best interests of the company.��


    "Boss, is the communications business going to sell now?" Jonathan Weir asked.


    Guo Shouyun understood what he meant. With more and more voices about WorldCom''s collapse, the Internet industry has really fallen to the bottom. If you sell the communication business at this time, you will not make much money.


    "That''s right. Enron''s communications business is different from that of the original Southern Company. Enron''s main focus is on optical fibers for the Internet, while Southern Company''s focus is more on fixed-line telecommunications. With the current speed of technological progress, even if the Internet goes out of its trough, Enron will still be able to do so. The equipment purchased with huge sums of money is also outdated. Since we are not going to be deeply involved in the telecommunications industry, it is better to deal with it earlier and get back a valuable sum of money.��


    "Understood!"


    "Now, the Pan Pacific Group has three subsidiaries, namely Pan Pacific Power, Pan Pacific Energy Services, and Pan Pacific Energy Exchange. With the acquisition of Enron, the original administrative structure is no longer suitable. Now I It was decided to establish two new companies under the parent company, namely Pan Pacific Oil and Gas Company and Pan Pacific Capital Company."


    ����all the power plants, power distribution, retail, maintenance, and power plant construction and maintenance businesses of the former Enron Corporation were merged into the Pan Pacific Power Corporation.��


    ����The natural gas pipelines, natural gas distribution and retailing, and natural gas equipment maintenance under Enron were transferred to Pan Pacific Energy Services.��


    "...The former trading department of Enron Corporation was included in the Pan Pacific Energy Trading website. From now on, the commodities traded on the website will be temporarily divided into seven categories: oil, natural gas, electricity, steel, metals, grains, and meat, excluding water and wastewater, optical fibers. , weather and wind direction management and other trading categories.��


    "Boss, if that''s the case, wouldn''t it be inappropriate to call it an energy trading website?"


    A young man with gold-rimmed glasses raised his right hand. Among all the executives present, John Roberts, who heads the Pan Pacific Energy Trading website, was the youngest.


    This is also understandable. After all, the Internet is a new industry, and those who truly understand this industry are also young people. And John Roberts, a cronie who Guo Shouyun personally transferred from LinkedIn, is one of the best.


    "It''s really not suitable! Do you have any good suggestions?"


    "Pan Pacific Commodity Network! Whether it''s energy, grain or meat, they are all commodities in the end. At the same time, I propose a revamp of the new site. Simplify the homepage, set up secondary submenus, and classify each commodity Design a new layout with distinct layers, and introduce an on-site search system to optimize operability and humanization!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, "I approved your proposal, write a report to me after the meeting is over!"


    "Yes!"


    "John, I want to remind you! The Pan Pacific Commodity Trading website is fundamentally a place to exchange commodities and commodities. We want to provide the most complete services for both parties of the transaction, including financial services, logistics services, legal services, etc. .The core value we provide is always service, not simple exchange, and it''s not like the original Enron company, which is doing futures for the purpose of trading, do you understand?"


    "clear!"


    "By the way, the financial cooperation with PayPal and Phoenix, especially PayPal, as a third party can ensure the safety and fairness of transactions, and also avoid the problem of handling fees for transfers between different banks."


    If the meat is to be rotten in its own pot, it is to involve Internet finance, and PayPal is definitely the first choice.


    ����As for logistics and legal aspects, you can cooperate with logistics companies and law firms!��


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "We continue the topic just now. Enron Oil and Gas Company, including all the oil and gas exploration, extraction, processing, storage and other businesses of the two companies, are all under the newly established Pan Pacific Oil and Gas Company. , CEO Corey Flewett."


    As soon as the name came out, everyone looked at a middle-aged man in a brown suit and black-rimmed glasses sitting in the crowd. Corey Frevitt, whose name was called, was stunned for a moment. Even he himself did not expect that as a veteran of Enron, he could join the core decision-making circle of the new company. After all, the relationship between An Ran and the new boss is almost well known, and coupled with the undisguised disgust for An Ran''s senior management in the other party''s tone, he almost thought that he would be swept out of the house after the meeting.


    Feeling the changes on the scene, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly and said to everyone: "I respect every talented person. As the old executive officer of Enron Group and the CEO of Enron Oil and Gas Company, Enron has The performance of the oil and gas company has steadily increased. The company''s assets have grown from 1.5 billion in the beginning to nearly 8 billion. Mr. Freiwitt''s contribution. Of all the people present, you are the most suitable leader for the new company. In addition, I also committed to invest $2.5 billion over the next three years to expand the business of the new company!��


    Enron was able to grow from a small Houston company into a world-class energy giant. Although most of them are bastards, there are also some high-quality talents with both ability and political integrity. And Corey Frevitt is one of them.


    "thank you boss!"


    There was a hint of excitement in Corey Freiwitt''s tone. Although it has been in the market for a long time, this feeling of being trusted and valued is always so touching.


    "I will invest the money for you, but the personnel and organizational adjustments of the new company cannot be lacking!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "clear!"


    The latter nodded vigorously.


    "Finally, Pan Pacific Capital, all companies under Enron that have nothing to do with the business of the previous four companies, are all included in the capital company. The capital company is responsible for rectification and sales."


    Enron has more than 3,000 companies. These companies include not only power plants, oil companies, and pipeline companies, but also steel mills, paper mills, slaughterhouses, sewage treatment plants, and so on. There are too many miscellaneous companies. These companies are not within the scope of Pan Pacific''s business, so the result of dealing with them is to sell them for money. And the most suitable person to handle these companies is Rebecca Mark, who is most familiar with Enron!


    "Rebecca The new company will be appointed by you as the CEO, and you will also serve as the executive director of the company''s board of directors, as well as the company''s vice president, and have the right to supervise and advise on the head office''s finance, personnel, and laws. "


    Wearing a black lady''s suit, with short ears and short hair, Rebecca nodded slightly. There was a ripple in his eyes. But the calm and serious expression on his face did not change in the slightest.


    The eyes of the people around her were slightly complicated, because Guo Shouyun''s words directly raised the other party''s status to the third place after Guo Shouyun, the chairman and CEO of the board of directors, and the president Jonathan Weir. bit!


    "Oh, yes. After the acquisition of Enron, the company''s registered name was changed. Pan Pacific Energy Group and Enron merged into ''Enron Pacific'', or ''Anping'' for short!"


    After a pause and let them digest it, Guo Shouyun continued: "Everyone, I will give you half a year to adjust your understanding and management structure. During this period, I will supervise and inspect your work ability. If your work ability If the results are not satisfactory to me and the board of directors, then sorry, you are not suitable for our company! So everyone, you have half a year. During this time, let me see your abilities. "

 Chapter 292： Water industry

    Chapter two hundred and ninety-two water industry


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    "Boss, what about Enron''s serious loss-making projects? Especially the UK''s Teesside and India''s Tambor, both of which have huge investments. It would be too unfavorable for us to continue to drag on!" Jonathan Weil asked.


    Although he is the president of Anping Company, he also serves as the CEO of Anping Electric Power. Naturally, he cannot ignore the serious loss-making power plant projects of Anping.


    "I have already thought about this issue. No one is more familiar with Enron''s problem than Rebecca, and I believe you have all seen her solution to the Enron problem, which is very perfect. So I''m going to let She set up a ''Enron''s major loss-making project'' resolution team, and all the loss-making projects under Enron''s investment of more than 150 million US dollars belonged to this group.


    "Understood!"


    Jonathan Weir nodded.


    "Who has questions?"


    "Boss, does the company headquarters still need to be changed?" Rebecca Mark asked.


    Guo Shouyun shook his head after thinking about it. Although Houston is the center of the U.S. energy industry, where the headquarters of energy giants such as ConocoPhillips, Halliburton, and Baker Hughes are mostly located here, it is far more suitable than San Francisco in comparison to the industrial environment, but Enron��s unscrupulous approach to achieving its goals and pleasure Guo Shouyun''s corporate culture is really not pleasing to him.


    Therefore, he will not consider returning here until he has completed the purge of Enron and turned Enron Pacific into a profit.


    Half an hour later, after answering everyone''s questions in turn, Guo Shouyun brought Rebecca Mark to his temporary office.


    "Sit down!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    "Do you know why I called you here alone?"


    "For Anping Investment Company!" Rebecca Mark replied.


    "You really are smart!" Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, took a sip of the tea that Wendy had made, "I know you want to take Jonathan''s place and control the huge Enron Pacific Company, but you are a latecomer after all, no With enough dazzling achievements to set the stage, even if I am the chairman of the board, I can''t force you to be right!"


    "So you put me in charge of Anping Investment, and put all of Enron''s loss-making projects under it?" Rebecca Mark said calmly.


    "Not bad! This is a test, a test for you. If you can solve more than 80% of the major losses in Anping within three to five years. Then after that, you will be the president of Anping! Replace Jonathan Take charge of the entire company!" Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    "And what about Jonathan Weir?"


    Rebecca Mark, who has been working hard in the workplace for more than 20 years, is not easily moved by a few promises.


    "If he can get Enron Pacific on the right track during this time and can handle the competition with you correctly, then I''ll give him a higher position!"


    "Is there a higher position than the president of Enron Pacific?" Rebecca Mark''s pupils shrank.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Of course! With so many companies under my banner, there must always be someone I can trust to advise me and steer the overall situation!"


    Looking at the man with deep eyes in front of her, Rebecca Mark had more thoughts in her heart. However, no matter what happens in the future, the first thing she has to consider now is to solve the internal problems of Anping Investment. Especially those big troubles under the former Enron, even if she knew them well and had sufficient funds provided by Guo Shouyun to back them up, she still felt troublesome.


    "Boss, do you also plan to sell the water business under the former Enron ''Azuricos''?"


    "What? Do you want to stay?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "I''ve worked there for six or seven years and have accumulated a lot of experience!" Rebecca Mark nodded.


    Looking at her affirmative expression, Guo Shouyun understood in his heart. It''s not how important the water business originally owned by Azulikos is, how much experience she herself has in this area. The real reason is that Rebecca Mark''s strong character determines her unwillingness to accept her failure here. Just as she always wanted to go back to Enron to prove her ability before, she also wanted to prove her ability in the ''Azuricos'' water business!


    He still appreciates Rebecca''s persistence in this regard. After all, there are too many people in this world who live with an attitude of indifference, and there are too few people who are persistent. There are fewer capable and persistent people.


    However, Guo Shouyun''s interest in the water industry is not very large. Profits are too low, and the requirements for technology, management and experience are high. Azuricos Water does not have an advantage in this regard, compared with those who have been immersed in this industry for dozens of hundreds of years and have accumulated rich contacts and experience. The giants are even farther apart.


    In addition, Guo Shouyun is now involved in enough industries, so much that he already feels a bit difficult with his current ability. Therefore, the real correct choice at present is to settle for a few years in the industry that has been involved, and then consider and expand after everything is straightened out. However, he also did not want to dampen Rebecca Marks''s passion for career advancement.


    After thinking about it, "Rebecca, you know I''m not very interested in the water industry!" Hearing this, a gloom flashed across Rebecca Mark''s face, but this gloom soon followed Guo Shouyun. The words disappeared quickly.


    "...However, if you can buy their ''water business'' from Vivendi Group, then I promise you to run the water industry as the core business of Enron Pacific!"


    "Vivendi?" Rebecca Mark frowned.


    Anyone involved in the water industry is no stranger to Vivendi. Among the four giants in the global municipal water industry, Vivendi, which has a history of nearly two hundred years, surpassed Suez Water, Thames Water and Berlin Water and ranked first in the world. Compared with the other party, Azuricos is not at the same level.


    "Boss, as the core industry of Vivendi, the possibility of successful acquisition is too low!" Rebecca Mark frowned.


    Although she is very confident in her abilities, she is not very confident in this acquisition. After all, Vivendi is a bigger consortium than Enron! It is too difficult to acquire their core business from such a giant. Moreover, she still has the original Enron Company, and now a large number of "difficult households" under Anping Investment need to be resolved!


    "Of course there will be difficulties, but it is not impossible to acquire it!"


    Seeing the mysterious smile at the corner of the big boss''s mouth, Rebecca Mark''s eyes immediately lit up. Although the two sides have not been in contact for a long time, she knows that this new boss will never aim for nothing.


    "I received some inside information that Vidiwang has the same financial crisis as Enron!"


    "real?"


    Rebecca Mark''s eyes widened, and a look of shock appeared on her face. In recent years, Vivendi Group has acquired Morocco Telecom, Hawass News Agency, and Universal Pictures, and has made great strides in the media field. It is not surprising that it encounters financial difficulties. But it is shockingly difficult to make a living by selling off its businesses. But considering Enron''s past glory and present loneliness, everything seems not so surprising.


    "...It is certain that Vivendi''s loss exceeds 20 billion euros, but the exact amount is not very clear at present. But even so, to make up for such a huge hole, Vivendi has to sell off its various businesses. This is your and our chance to get through this difficult time!" Guo Shouyun nodded and continued.


    Rebecca Mark''s mind quickly turned. If everything was as the big boss said, the possibility of acquiring Vivendi''s water business quickly rose from less than 5% to 50%.


    "How much support can you give me financially?" Rebecca Mark''s face was full of fighting spirit and eagerness.


    "$8 billion!"


    Rebecca nodded. Although 8 billion US dollars is not enough for the value of the entire Vivendi Water, but with this money as a foundation, financing acquisitions will become much easier.


    "Rebecca, although I allow you to try to acquire Vivendi''s water business, you must understand that your core mission is to deal with the loss-making business of Anping Investments. If I don''t see a change for a while, I will Consider dismissing your current position as CEO of Anping Investments!" Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    The acquisition of ''Vivendi Environment'' is just an innocuous attempt, and it doesn''t matter if it is successful or not. And what he really wants Rebecca to do is to solve the major loss-making projects under "Anping Investment", and must not put the cart before the horse.


    In the face of the big boss''s solemn warning, Rebecca Mark was awe-inspiring. The mind that had been somewhat fanatical quickly calmed down.


    "I will come up with an answer that will satisfy you in a short time!"


    "That''s good! ... Also, the Teesside project in the UK needs to be dealt with as soon as possible, and if necessary, the entire power plant can be bought!"


    This gigantic power plant, which accounts for 4% of the UK''s electricity consumption and has an installed capacity of nearly 2,000 megawatts, is different from Enron''s other loss-making businesses. It lost money because of that big bang in August. The blast destroyed 40 percent of Teesside''s facilities and injured hundreds of people. Therefore, the Teesside Power Plant, which was originally a golden rooster, has become the current mess. Compensation and power plant reconstruction require a lot of money, and there are not many companies willing to invest this money, because the cost recovery time is too long, which happens to give Anping an opportunity to buy at a low price.


    In addition to money, there is another inhumane reason - Prince William. This new friend, immediately after Guo Shouyun acquired Enron, called him for help. The content is also very simple. Enron, which holds 28% of the shares of Teesside, has been delayed for almost two months due to lack of funds leading to the reconstruction of Teesside and workers'' compensation. He hoped that as the new sponsor of Enron, Guo Shouyun could solve this difficulty as soon as possible.


    In this regard, Guo Shouyun will naturally not refuse. After all, the power business is the core business of Enron Pacific. At the same time, he also needs Prince William, a powerful new friend, to open up the energy market of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth countries.


    Finally, after discussing with Rebecca Mark about Teesside and other rectification plans for the loss-making projects of the original Enron, she was let go.


    "Boss Do you really plan to acquire Vivendi''s water business?"


    Wendy wondered after closing the office door.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Whether it''s successful or not, let Rebecca try it out."


    In his memory, in order to tide over the difficulties, Vivendi separated his core business and sold some shares to form the world''s largest water group, Veolia. But in the end, he didn''t know how many shares of Vivendi left in Veolia.


    In addition, compared with the water affairs, what really made him think about the game business of Vivendi, which is the Blizzard that will become a big hit in the future. Even Guo Shouyun of Universal Pictures wanted to try it. In any case, Vidiwang, who has fallen into a loss, is like a big piece of fat, and there is always another piece to be dug.


    "what time is it?"


    "Fifteen minutes to five in the afternoon!"


    Nodding, "Pack up, let''s go back, we have something to do tonight!"


    "Yes!"

 Chapter 293： Visiting Goldman Sachs

    Chapter 293 Visiting Goldman Sachs


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    Shanglin Garden, Guo Shouyun''s residence in New York. This luxurious estate in East Hampton has once again become the main venue for his banquets today.


    "Mr. Guo, nice to meet you!"


    Looking at the tall middle-aged man in front of him with a unique aquiline nose and a scrutiny in his eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled enthusiastically, "I didn''t expect to see Mr. Fein tonight!" He turned his eyes when he finished speaking. , "Stephen, as friends, you should tell me in advance!"


    "Brian suddenly called me and said he was coming together, so I wasn''t prepared!" Stephen Bryan shrugged.


    Although his expression was sincere, Guo Shouyun didn''t believe it at all. As Goldman Sachs CEO Blank Fein, his time is as valuable as a senior government official. And he is not a close friend of him, if there is no special purpose, he will take the initiative to visit?


    However, the accident also made Guo Shouyun realize that with his success in the gold market again, his status in the hearts of these big men has risen again.


    The two were brought into the living room along the way. After Wendy served them drinks, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "This time Pacific Company was able to successfully acquire Enron, thanks to the help of Goldman Sachs. Here I would like to express my solemn thanks to the two of you!"


    "You and I have always cooperated happily, so Mr. Guo doesn''t need to be polite! Moreover, only a strong person like Mr. Guo can take over Enron to get it out of the predicament!" After a pause, Blank Fein''s eyes flashed , "I''m just curious, what does Mr. Guo plan to do with Enron?"


    "Enterprises that fit the business scope of Enron Pacific will stay, and those that don''t fit will be sold. ... Why, Mr. Fein is also interested in Enron''s assets?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Blank Fein nodded, "Enron has a lot of valuable assets, and Goldman Sachs is naturally interested!"


    "Enron is online?"


    "Mr. Guo is really smart!"


    Blank Fein took a deep look at the unusually calm young man across from him.


    Guo Shouyun smiled. In fact, Goldman Sachs'' goal is not difficult to guess. Among Enron''s huge group of 3,000 companies, Enron Online is the one with the highest degree of overlap with Goldman Sachs'' business scope.


    "As I said before, our cooperation has been very pleasant in the past. So I reciprocate, and I will sell it online!" Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement after thinking for a while.


    Blank and Stephen looked at each other, and a trace of surprise appeared on their faces.


    "Mr. Guo is telling the truth?" Stephen Bryan said quickly.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    Among Enron''s many companies, Enron Online is the most profitable. Especially in the early stage of Enron, it was only by its income that Enron could support it until now. Otherwise, Enron would have fallen during the Nasdaq crisis.


    However, Guo Shouyun is not very interested in this "meritorious" department. Because Enron Online, although it is an online commodity trading system, is somewhat similar to the original Alibaba and eBay, but it is completely different from the two: Enron Online is not a platform for buyers and sellers to provide transactions. It was a futures trading platform manipulated by Enron.


    On this platform, suppliers of all commodities such as natural gas, electricity, pulp, steel, and coal can only sell them to Enron. Enron''s dealers set prices and then sell them to buyers who really need them at the prices they set.


    Therefore, as the middleman of the transaction, or the manipulator behind the scenes. Enron could arbitrarily manipulate the prices of these commodities to make huge profits. The most famous example is the recently concluded California energy crisis. Enron, which controls nearly half of U.S. natural gas transactions, successfully carried out the robbery against California.


    In addition, in the past few years, Enron has used its dominance in transactions to arbitrarily squeeze buyers and sellers for its own benefit, and blindly expand the categories of transactions. The core principle of trade has been forgotten: trust.


    In addition, one of the reasons that led Guo Shouyun to sell Enron Online was its internal employees, especially those traders who held the trading power. These guys who have a deep network of contacts, move their fingers, and operate at will on the computer, they can earn huge incomes. Inside Enron, they are like gods above others. They not only live luxuriously, but also rebellious. They are incompatible with the thrifty corporate culture advocated by Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. Guo''s Pacific Company also has a trading department, how could Enron Online be sold so easily?" Blank Fein asked.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun pouted in his heart. These guys really have been in the intrigue mall for a long time, and there is suspicion in the bones.


    ��Since Mr. Fein mentioned Pacific��s commodity trading department, it should be known that our business model is similar to eBay, providing buyers and sellers with a commodity exchange platform, and we only charge a small commission on each transaction. Enron Online acts as a futures trader. The two sides have different business models, so it''s not surprising to sell!"


    "Mr. Guo is not optimistic about the future of Enron Online?" Blank Fein''s eyes revealed a shrewdness.


    "No, it''s just that Enron Online is not within the main business scope of Enron Pacific. In addition, we also lack the management experience and contacts of Goldman Sachs in the field of futures trading!" Guo Shouyun shook his head and said.


    "Enron Online may be the key to entering the investment banking field for Mr. Guo''s Phoenix!" Stephen Bryan said.


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "In a short period of time, Phoenix has no plans to enter the investment banking field." After a pause, "Two, now Goldman Sachs wants to acquire Enron Online, why do you guys think like me selling it?"


    "We also want to figure out the status of Enron Online in Mr. Guo''s heart so that we can lower the price!" Stephen Bryan said haha.


    "Don''t worry, I''ll give you a fair price for the many times we''ve worked together happily in the past!"


    "We believe in Mr. Guo''s promise!"


    After several people took a sip of coffee, Stephen Bryan''s eyes flashed, "Mr. Guo has a lot of money now, what''s the next step?"


    "Plans? Before ''Enron Pacific Company'' turned losses into profits, how dare I have any plans!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Mr. Guo is too modest. Although Enron''s losses are staggering, it will take more than ten years to repay the foreign debt of 30 billion US dollars. It is not too much pressure for Mr. Guo. After all, the liquidity in your hands is not enough. $15 billion!" Stephen Bryan probed.


    "After paying taxes to the U.S. government, there won''t be so much!" Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, "I didn''t expect Goldman Sachs to care so much about where my money goes?!"


    After the two looked at each other, Stephen Bryan said solemnly: "We want to join forces with Mr. Guo to eat WorldCom!"


    "World Communications Corporation?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Why me?" Guo Shouyun continued to ask after pondering for a while.


    "Because now the money is in hand, and the only person who can turn the tide of the world is Mr. Guo!" Stephen Bryan spoke with admiration and appreciation.


    Of course, no one knows how much of this admiration and appreciation is true or false.


    "I''m glad to get such a high evaluation, but one Enron is enough for me to be busy. WorldCom... I''m really not interested, and I have no confidence!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Mr. Guo might as well think about it. If you agree, we can help you get the best price, even a bank loan!" Blank Fein said suddenly.


    "I''m not interested in WorldCom! ... But if Goldman Sachs is willing to cooperate, we can find another target."


    "Oh?"


    The two had expressions of interest on their faces.


    "eBay! I''m interested in it. I''d like Goldman Sachs to be the financial advisor on this acquisition if I could!"


    "eBay!?"


    Stephen Bryan and Blank Finn flashed the company information in their minds. As a company that has remained profitable after the Nasdaq crisis, eBay is not lacking in attention, even the pursuit of capital.


    "I am very interested in Internet companies, especially the best ones!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    Although according to his plan, most of the profits from the gold market this time will be invested in Anping Company. But this investment is done gradually, not all at once. Therefore, the preservation and appreciation of this money is very important!


    The goal of investment appreciation is naturally the first choice for Internet companies that were knocked down by 9.11. Like eBay and Yahoo!


    "How much is Mr. Guo willing to pay?"


    "A wholly-owned acquisition will not exceed $3.4 billion!"


    After a few hits on 9/11, eBay''s stock price fell by 15.6% compared to before, and the current market value is less than 2.6 billion US dollars. Therefore, Guo Shouyun''s $3.4 billion is quite sincere. Even so, his chances of winning eBay are slim. Because there is no shortage of smart people in the world who are optimistic about the future of the Internet. In particular, eBay is an Internet company that can remain profitable.


    The reason why eBay''s stock price has fallen so badly is more due to the selling of retail investors and small and medium-sized institutions who lack information and have no foresight. The real big institutions still hold a considerable share of eBay. Just like Goldman Sachs, according to information obtained by Guo Shouyun, they hold 11.3% of eBay shares!


    "Mr. Guo''s cooperation agreement, on behalf of Goldman Sachs, I took it!" Blank Fein nodded.


    "That couldn''t be better!"


    After the other party smiled, "Mr. Guo, some Goldman Sachs clients are very interested in your Apple stock, do you know if you want to sell it?"


    "Apple stock?"


    Guo Shouyun reacted instantly. Obviously, the iPad''s hot sales have completely reversed the decline brought about by the failure of Apple''s MacG4 product. Although under the background of 9.11, the stock price did not rise much, but for many investment institutions with a keen sense of smell, it is already a potential investment target.


    However, for this investment target, more than 80% of the shares are in the hands of Guo Shouyun''s charitable institutions and trust institutions, and there are not many tradable shares in the market. And that''s one of the reasons why Blank Finn came to him.


    "Sorry, I have no plans to sell Apple''s stock!"


    Guo Shouyun refused without hesitation.


    As the core company of his planned business empire, he will never hand over the controlling stake in Apple. In addition, even if the shareholding is reduced, now is far from the time.


    "Mr. Guo may wish to think more about it. Many investment institutions have given very high acquisition premiums...!"


    Before Stephen Bryan could finish speaking, he was interrupted by Guo Shouyun.


    "No need. I have no plans to sell Apple in a short time!"


    "What about the capital injection?" After stopping Stephen, Blank Fein''s eyes showed shrewdness, "I know that Apple is entering the field of mobile chip and OLED screen research and development in a big way, which requires huge financial support, and Goldman Sachs is willing to Fund Apple!"


    "Mr. Finn, do you think I''ll need outside capital?"


    Looking at the confident man in front of him, Blank Fein''s eyes showed a trace of annoyance and sigh. The desire for Apple has made him forget that the man in front of him holds liquid funds equivalent to half of Goldman Sachs'' market value? !


    "It was me who was abrupt!" Blank Finn said with a wry smile.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "When I plan to sell Apple stock, I will definitely leave a place for Goldman Sachs!"


    "I''m afraid we won''t be able to afford it by then!"


    "Mr. Fein is too modest. Goldman Sachs is one of the top five investment banks on Wall Street! With hundreds of billions of funds in his hands, how could he not be able to afford it?"


    After Blank Fein calmed down, he did not continue to entangle on it.


    "Mr. Guo, this time we have another purpose!"


    "Oh? I''d like to hear about it!"


    "We hope Goldman Sachs will partner with Guo''s Thunder to form a hedge fund."


    "Hedge fund?" Guo Shouyun frowned slightly, "What about the conditions?"


    "We will provide the funds, and Mr. Guo will be responsible for the management. Thunder can get 40% of the proceeds!" Blank Fein said quickly.


    Obviously, Guo Shouyun''s huge success in the gold market made Goldman Sachs compromise. This time the conditions are far more favorable than last time. And it is more similar to the current Leiting Fund''s customer access standards, so Guo Shouyun did not refuse.


    "How much money can you put in?"


    "$500 million!"


    "Too little, at least $2 billion!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head. Although 500 million US dollars is not a small number, for him now, this amount of money is not enough to work hard.


    "$2 billion?" Blank Fein and Stephen Bryan frowned at the same time.


    "This number is too high. After all, this is the first time we have worked together, and it is difficult for us to convince clients to put so much money into a new fund!"


    "Stephen, my time is precious too. If you don''t have that much money, put your money in the Thunder Fund. Centaurs, Solomons, Unicorns, and Descendants. Each of them is excellent."


    "But we prefer to trust the fund that Mr. Guo personally steers!" Stephen Bryan.


    "Then agree to my terms!" Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed with light.


    Stephen Bryan and Blank Finn were both decisive people, and after they looked at each other, they came to a decision.


    "We can agree to your decision on behalf of Goldman Sachs, but we will send someone to oversee the finances of this fund!"


    "Yes, but your people cannot interfere with my investment decisions."


    "We promise!"


    "Then wish us a happy cooperation!"


    "Happy cooperation!"


    The three shook hands. They both feel that they have gained something from each other.


    In the following time After everyone exchanged some views on the current situation in the United States and the development of the business community, Blank Fein and Stephen Bryan left.


    "Boss, the purpose of Goldman Sachs cooperation is probably more to spy on our investment goals to make profits for themselves!" Wendy frowned.


    "I know!"


    "Then why did you agree just now?"


    "It''s only $2 billion. It''s not easy for Goldman Sachs to get a glimpse of the leopard. In addition, we have too few friends on Wall Street. Goldman Sachs is a good target." Guo Shouyun said with deep eyes.


    "But what happened to Enron proved that they were not worthy of our trust."


    "I don''t believe them completely! But I believe in benefits!" Guo Shouyun turned around and said, "Okay, let''s go to rest early, there will be a lot of things waiting for us in Phoenix tomorrow!"


    "Yes!"


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 Chapter 294： left hand for right hand

    Chapter two hundred and ninety fourth left hand for right hand


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    When flying by helicopter from Shanglinyuan to the Phoenix headquarters building, Guo Shouyun saw from the sky that most of the wreckage of the World Trade Center had been cleaned up. The ferocious steel bars and the building that was blackened by the fire are still describing the tragic disaster. Although the distance between the two sides is hundreds of kilometers, the impact of the scene visible to the naked eye far exceeds the same content on the TV screen.


    "call!"


    Guo Shouyun took a deep breath. Although such a scene has nothing to do with him, his heart is still a little complicated.


    "Boss, I heard that the Council has authorized the President to use force against Afghanistan!" said Wendy, who was sitting next to him and also looked at the wreckage of the WTO.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "It was unexpected!"


    "By the way, stimulated by the war, oil and gold have begun to rise again. The stock and bond prices of Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, General Dynamics and other arms companies have all risen to varying degrees."


    "Zhang Shaoling and the others are probably too happy to keep their mouths shut now, right?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Well! If the war can last for three months, then the Thunder Fund''s investment in it can increase by at least 30%!" Wendy said with a smile on her pretty face.


    After nodding slightly, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much about it. Because, apart from him, no one in the world believes that fighting Afghanistan with the strength of the United States has been stalemate for 16 years without success!


    The helicopter landed on the apron on the roof of the Phoenix Office Building.


    "boss!"


    William Zhang greeted him with his secretary.


    "Have they all arrived?" Guo Shouyun asked after nodding.


    "It''s all here, now in the conference room!"


    "Well, let''s go!"


    After a simple exchange, the group hurried downstairs to the office area of ??the Phoenix Building. After pushing open the glass door of the conference room. Rebecca Mark and her team, Michael Moretz and Phoenix Capital''s team have sat here on the left and right sides.


    "boss!"


    "BOSS!"


    After the eyes full of majesty quickly swept across the crowd, Guo Shouyun waved to the crowd.


    "Time is precious, so we won''t say more polite words, and then go straight to the topic!" After a pause, "Michael, you are the CEO of Phoenix Capital, how much capital can Phoenix Capital use now? I mean PE department!"


    "We don''t have much liquidity. If we raise money, we can come up with around $800 million!"


    "$800 million!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and turned his eyes to Rebecca Mark next to him.


    "Rebecca, are you ready for the list of companies with rectification value that I asked you to collect?"


    "It''s ready. Now, there are 153 loss-making enterprises with rectification value under the entire Enron Pacific Company, involving 32,300 people, involving 37 industries such as paper making, wood processing, and machining, with total assets of 17.9 billion US dollars. ... This is The simple information and more detailed information of these enterprises have been organized into books and are currently stored in the company''s safe."


    After taking over the information handed over by Rebecca Mark, Guo Shouyun showed a look of satisfaction on his face. You can come up with this information in less than a week. Although Rebecca is very familiar with this factor inside Enron, it can also be seen that her work efficiency is high.


    "Have the major loss-making projects been picked out?"


    "It''s picked up! Azuricos water operations, gas pipeline operations in Colombia, Mozambique and Bolivia, power plants in Dabor, India, Cuiaba, Brazil, Teesside, UK, Cape Town paper mill, Collett Steel Manufacturing Company, Thailand NSM Steel Company, and Enron Optical Fiber Communication Network are temporarily merged into Southern Telecom. The above 11 companies with assets exceeding 1 billion US dollars and loss-making projects that meet the business scope of Anping Company or other companies under the boss''s needs are not included here. In the list!" Rebecca Mark quickly said.


    There are some farms, slaughterhouses, chain stores and transportation companies within Anping Company, all of which fit the taste of Guo''s business group, so they will be reserved for them.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and handed the list to Michael Moretz.


    "After you read it, give it to Paul!"


    "Boss, these...?"


    Looking at Michael''s inquiring eyes, Guo Shouyun nodded and said: "I will give you the funds, half price for the loss-making companies, and parity for the profitable companies, and buy them from Anping Company. Within five years from today, Phoenix Capital PE The main task of the department is to rectify and sell them! The proceeds will be used for the development of Phoenix Capital."


    While surprised, Michael Moretz secretly said "sure enough" in his heart.


    "Boss, these projects are too many. At present, our department has less than 300 people, and we can''t handle so many loss-making projects." Paul Lehman hurriedly complained.


    As the head of the PE department of Phoenix Capital, even if he has always had confidence in himself, he can''t help but feel overwhelmed when he sees the dense list of companies in his hand.


    "If you don''t have enough people, you can recruit. I will give you the money and the time. If you still feel that you are incompetent in this situation... Paul, maybe I should consider changing the director of Phoenix Capital!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s deep eyes, Paul Lehman''s scalp was numb, and suddenly he felt that the prestige on the new boss was several times stronger than before!


    "Boss, I will complete the task you gave me in the shortest time possible!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "If you encounter problems, try to communicate with Rebecca. She is more familiar with these companies than you are!"


    "Yes!"


    Rebecca Mark also nodded.


    After explaining the matter, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. It was not his whim to let Phoenix Capital undertake the rectification tasks of Anping Capital. But for three reasons. First, share the burden on Rebecca and try to get Anping out of the predicament before the subprime mortgage crisis. Second, the PE department of Phoenix Capital already has the business of integrating and selling loss-making companies. It is also a professional counterpart to give Anping''s internal losses and companies that do not meet the business scope.


    Finally, for capital considerations; this time Thunder Fund''s gains from the gold market and CDs add up to nearly $30 billion. Half of the money belongs to himself, and for this part of the money, he can avoid high capital gains tax through charitable donations. But the other half will not work. For Leiting Fund, this part of its income is called corporate income tax. The maximum donation ratio of corporate income tax is 10%, which means that the remaining 90% still have to pay up to nearly 50% of corporate income tax. . Guo Shouyun is naturally unwilling to hand over billions of dollars in corporate income tax.


    To avoid this part of the tax, the best way is to increase the debt of the Thunder Fund. Of course, the Thunder Fund has zero debt, and it''s very difficult to add to it. Fortunately, Phoenix''s shareholding in Lei Ting exceeds 80%, so the debts of both parties are calculated in parallel. Therefore, Lei Ting''s income will first deduct part of the debt, and UU reading is calculating the part of the tax.


    Phoenix''s debt isn''t too much, though. Even after deducting part of it, the remaining taxable funds are still as high as 10 billion US dollars. So, in order to reduce taxes, Thunder''s debt still needs to be expanded.


    Under such demand, Guo Shouyun thought of this method of changing his left hand to his right. Purchase of loss-making and sold companies under Anping Capital through Phoenix Capital. In this acquisition, it is easy to amplify the debt level of Phoenix Capital, and maintaining these companies also requires funds. $100 million in tax dollars down to single digits.


    In addition, after selling this part of the enterprise, Anping Capital also obtained precious working capital, which reduced the burden. In the future, there will be funds for the reconstruction of the Teesside project and the Dabor project, and Guo Shouyun will not need to continue to invest.


    As for the taxes to be paid on this part of the deal, no joke. Now the entire Anping company has more than $70 billion in debt. The annual interest is no less than 5 billion. Coupled with administrative expenses, write-down of book assets, etc., it is impossible to pay corporate income tax within two years!


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 Chapter 295： 3 investment goals

    Chapter 295 Three Investment Objectives


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    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Just when Guo Shouyun was about to continue the meeting, the phone in his pocket suddenly rang. Originally, he wanted to hang up directly, but after looking at the caller ID, he changed his mind.


    "Hey?"


    "Bruce, don''t bother?"


    A thick middle-aged male voice came over.


    "Don''t bother, you say?"


    "That''s good. I''m making this call just to ask about the agreement we made, do you remember?"


    "Of course! My funds have already been prepared. It''s just that I haven''t heard from you, so I can''t do anything. But looking at it now, Mr. O''Neal has accomplished what you expected!"


    "With Mr. Guo''s ability and connections, I must know the result without me having to say it!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly and didn''t say much.


    "According to the agreement we reached at the beginning, you should appear as a white knight!"


    "No problem. But you also know how many pairs of eyes are staring at me right now. Once I do it, I''m afraid the whole of Wall Street will know!"


    "What? Mr. Guo still cares what Wall Street thinks?"


    "Of course you have to pay attention. After all, it would be bad if people thought I was a hostile takeover!"


    The voice on the other side of the phone was silent for a moment, "You... don''t really plan to buy Merrill, are you?"


    "Yes! Mr. O''Neal, don''t you think it would be a very good idea for the two of us to work together?"


    Guo Shouyun twitched the corners of his mouth and smiled.


    The other party obviously understood that he had this ability, especially when Merrill was in a downturn.


    "You''re a good friend. But I don''t want to work with you at all."


    "Oh, why?" Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows.


    "I have worked hard for 30 years for my current status, and I don''t want to have another person pressing on my head in the last stage of my life!"


    "So there is no hope at all?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Okay! Although I didn''t get a good result. But I will abide by the original agreement and be a white knight."


    "thanks!"


    "You''re welcome, if it''s okay, I''ll hang up first!"


    After hanging up the phone, after pondering for a moment, Guo Shouyun looked up at William Zhang across the long table.


    "William, what price is Merrill''s share price now?"


    "$28.7! Merrill Lynch''s stock price has dropped by half because of Enron''s financial scandal and the impact of 9/11!" said William Zhang.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "In this way, the stock price of Merrill Lynch is less than $26 billion!"


    "$25.47 billion to be exact!"


    "No wonder Stan O''Neal can''t sit still!"


    Stan O''Neill has been working to eliminate the company''s financial ties to Enron since he took over as chairman and CEO of Merrill Lynch. At the same time, use this pretext to attack the opposition within the company and establish its own authority. But what he didn''t expect was that when Enron''s financial crisis broke out, it happened to meet 9.11, and the two blows immediately knocked the already aging Merrill Lynch to the bottom.


    Although Stan O''Neal is not in the crisis this time, he is still to blame as the company''s leader. So, less than two weeks after 9/11, he couldn''t sit still. Even after Guo Shouyun revealed his ambitions for Merrill, he still did not give up.


    Obviously, he is very clear that in the context of the collapse of the US stock market after 9.11, only Guo Shouyun can invest in Merrill Lynch with real money in a short period of time.


    My mind twitched for a moment, and countless ideas popped up in an instant. However, after noticing the eyes of everyone around him, Guo Shouyun quickly calmed down. Regardless of Merrill Lynch, the most important thing now is to arrange the issues between Anping and Phoenix Capital.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun''s task is mainly to arrange the big framework, and the details are still up to Paul Lehman and Rebecca Mark to discuss. But even this framework took Guo Shouyun two days.


    By the end of this lengthy meeting, everyone felt exhausted. However, unlike everyone else, Rebecca Mack looks smarter than everyone else. Guo Shouyun also felt that the mental state of this strong woman was somewhat inferior.


    After the meeting was announced, he greeted William Zhang and walked to his office.


    "How is the company developing recently?"


    "Very smooth! The integration of Anshuo has been completed, and I want to start a new M&A plan!"


    "Is there a goal?"


    "East Coast Fund Management Company, a small company with a value of US$600 million and assets under management of about US$15 billion!" said William Zhang.


    "This fits your character!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    William Zhang understood that BOSS meant that he was conservative. However, his prudence is innate, and after seeing the strange Yunbo in the capital market, he never felt that he was wrong in this regard. So, after a wry smile appeared on his face, he didn''t say much.


    "Don''t get me wrong, I didn''t mean to criticize you. In the capital market, prudent people survive. Also, it is easier to integrate by acquiring smaller companies."


    After taking a deep breath in his heart, William Zhang nodded in agreement.


    "Our Phoenix company has made a lot of profits this year. As the company''s president, you have to think about our financial balance. Especially in terms of debt, this is conducive to our reasonable tax avoidance!"


    "clear!"


    "Also, starting from tomorrow, I will entrust Phoenix to make an asset management plan in the name of Guo''s Charitable Foundation. This plan is expected to invest about 12 billion US dollars. The main content is acquisitions, the acquisition of eBay, Yahoo, and Merrill Lynch. Stocks, as many as you want! Until the money runs out."


    With Apple already in the bag, Google already holding the controlling stake, and Amazon getting all the equity he can get, eBay, Yahoo, and Merrill Lynch are the best investment targets he can think of at the moment before Facebook is born.


    It doesn''t take five years for eBay, which is now worth less than $3 billion, to hit $50 billion. Now that it has fallen to $8.6 in the US stock market, Yahoo, whose market value is swaying at $10 billion, will rise to $80 billion. Merrill Lynch with a market value of about $25 billion will rise to nearly $100 billion before the subprime mortgage crisis!


    In any case, he did not intend to miss these. Of course, oil and gold futures are also good options, but at the wrong time.


    After explaining, Guo Shouyun looked at the time.


    "Okay, you are tired after two consecutive meetings, go back to rest early!"


    "Then I''ll leave first!"


    William Zhang nodded.


    After he left Guo Shouyun packed up his things and left his office.


    "Wendy, go back and organize these documents!"


    "What about you?"


    "I made an appointment with Catherine to meet at Hilton tonight, and I''ll be back later! Oh, yes, give me the invitation letter for Christie''s autumn auction!"


    Wendy nodded, took the documents in Guo Shouyun''s hand, and took out two invitations from her briefcase and handed them over.


    "If it''s okay, I''ll go first!"


    "Be careful while driving!"


    "Um!"


    Looking at Qian Ying who nodded and turned away, an indescribable but clearly felt sense of distance lingered in Guo Shouyun''s heart. After sighing silently, he turned around as expected, and got into another car with the bodyguard.


    In the end, it was once difficult for the sea!

 Chapter 296： Guos

    Chapter two hundred and ninety-six Guo


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    It was the first time Guo Shouyun came to the Hilton Hotel in New York. However, he has long since lost his sense of the luxurious decorations around him. Seeing that it was still early before the auction started, I found a seat in the VIP area of ??the hotel restaurant and sat down.


    About ten minutes later, there were crisp footsteps behind him. At the moment when Guo Shouyun turned around, a white-collar beauty wearing a black lady''s business suit with a white shirt and golden hair pulled up behind his head appeared in front of him.


    The latter unceremoniously sat down on the sofa opposite him, then picked up the lemonade in front of Guo Shouyun and drank it with a few gulps.


    "Matthew, let them serve! By the way, two more glasses of lemonade!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    After the bodyguard turned and left, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Why are you so thirsty?"


    "I''ve been arguing with Mars management for a day today, and my throat is dry!" Katherine Lincoln, who put down the glass, said while wiping the corner of her mouth.


    "Really? From what you look like now, the negotiation was successful?"


    "Of course! In the future, when Baccarat sells Mars products, you can delay payment for one month!"


    "It''s only a month...!"


    Before Guo Shouyun could finish speaking, Catherine Lincoln''s eyes widened instantly.


    "It''s only been a month, so it''s easy for you to say it. You know that Mars is one of the top ten food giants in the United States. Its Mars, Dove, Snickers, Baolu, and Weijia are all hot-selling products. Win this one. A month''s delay in payment would have increased our profits by 0.6 percentage points, or nearly $2 million in profits!"


    "Okay, okay, don''t get excited. I''m just talking about it. I will definitely remember your hard work in my heart!" Guo Shouyun smiled and comforted Fa Xiao in front of him.


    After a cold snort, "Tell me, what''s the matter with me this time?"


    "You look first!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun took out a document and handed it over.


    "these are��?"


    "17 farms, 5 slaughterhouses, and 2 transportation companies, worth $2.1 billion. And they all fit within the Guo''s business scope!"


    Catherine simply flipped, "Where did it come from?"


    "I bought a lot of companies this year. They are assets that do not meet the main business after the company''s internal integration and plan to sell!"


    "Is that so? ... Is there a loss?" Catherine nodded and continued to ask while flipping through the information in her hand.


    "Only one slaughterhouse lost money, but I''ve seen it. It lost money because of old equipment and a fine from the local health department, so there was a paper loss. Also, you know, agriculture and other The related industries are all industries with low profits but stable returns, as long as they operate carefully, there will be no real losses.��


    Katherine Lincoln nodded, and after a while raised the information in Yang''s hand, "You plan to let Guo''s buy these assets!"


    "Well, as long as the market price is fine...!"


    "No money!"


    Before Guo Shouyun finished speaking, he was interrupted cleanly by the other party.


    "No money? How is it possible, I''m calling you $10 million a month, and Guo''s profitability is not low, how can there be no money!"


    "You are used to being a shopkeeper, and you don''t even know the internal financial situation of the Guo family." After pouting her lips in disdain, Catherine stretched out her slender fingers, "First of all, we are a Baccarat store, property, decoration, personnel. , products, all these are neatly arranged, and a 100-square-meter store costs 400,000 to 500,000 US dollars. Now Guo''s has 442 branches in the United States, and only these stores cost 210 million US dollars. "


    "Don''t think I don''t know, at most half of the 442 branches have properties." Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    "You don''t have to pay for a farm? There are slaughterhouses and transportation companies, and food processing plants, which cost money. The average price of a 10,000-acre farm is $80 million, and now we have 23, 92,000 acres. For a slaughterhouse that slaughtered 50,000 large livestock a year, the site, equipment and personnel would cost 50 million US dollars, and now we have 17 slaughterhouses with an annual slaughtering capacity of 270,000 large livestock.��


    "A Kenworth heavy truck is $80,000, a mid-size truck is $50,000, a Ford light truck is $20,000, and now the company has 197 heavy trucks, 423 light trucks, and 972 light trucks! In addition, we have 41 more Catering production center, each catering production center that can produce three meals for 5,000 people needs to invest 800,000 US dollars!"


    "Count all of these, is the money you invested enough? ... If it wasn''t for me and Zhixing working hard all these years, how could it be possible that Guo''s business group has an astonishing scale of nearly $1 billion in assets now."


    Seeing the proud expression on Fa Xiaoqiao''s face and the slyness in his eyes, Guo Shouyun not only smiled bitterly, "I hear you mean that all these assets are given away for nothing?"


    "It''s your company anyway, so it doesn''t matter what happens. If you''re worried about finances, that''s easy. Didn''t you just make a lot of money from the gold market? You just want to put your money on the line, In the future, when the Guo family is strong and rich, it will not be too late!" Catherine waved her hand and said arrogantly.


    "Procrastinating and talking so much, it turns out that I am thinking about the money in my hand!"


    "I heard that you Chinese people need dowry when they get married, and they also need to save some dowry money!"


    "Dowry? Liu Zhixing promised to marry you?" Guo Shouyun asked curiously.


    "Not yet!" Catherine sighed, then annoyed, "He said he couldn''t forget his wife."


    With what he knew about Liu Zhixing, he could say such a thing.


    "You still haven''t given up?"


    "Of course not. It''s rare to meet such a loving and righteous man, and I''m going to set him up!" Catherine clenched her fists, her face showing the look of "fixing Qingshan and not letting go".


    "Just be happy!" Guo Shouyun shrugged. Knowing Catherine''s character, he didn''t waste his words.


    "Oh, that''s right. You are really not enough friends. You don''t even tell me when you have children. If you hadn''t come home and met your parents, I wouldn''t even know you were the father of two children!"


    "Didn''t you be busy negotiating with Mars some time ago, so I didn''t tell you to avoid distraction. Besides, my two children can''t run, so you can watch it when you have free time!"


    "Can this be the same? I''m their aunt anyway, so I need to know the news as soon as possible!"


    "Okay, okay. Can''t I apologize?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Now as his status is getting higher and higher, there are fewer and fewer people around him who can chat without any scruples. By now, with the exception of Katherine, even a grown-up Matta Lincoln has become a bit restrained in front of him. So he enjoyed the opportunity to sit down and joke with Katherine.


    "Forgive you! ... By the way, did the two little guys have names?"


    "The girl''s name is Elizabeth. Bevin Guo, and the boy''s name is George Bevin Guo! The Chinese names are Guo Ruiyun and Guo Ruigen!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "The name is really nice! When will you bring them back for everyone to see?"


    "After a while, the child is still too young!"


    Catherine nodded, "I guess my parents won''t be able to wait that long."


    "Actually, Uncle Blair and Aunt Mary have called me and they''re flying from San Francisco to London the day after tomorrow and then on to Essect to see the kids!"


    "Hehe, I knew it! ... It''s a pity that Mata is preparing for the wedding, and Gordon is still in the military, otherwise we can all get together!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and there was also a trace of regret on his face!


    The four of them grew up together. Although they are not brothers and sisters, they are more like brothers and sisters.


    "Life is still so long, there will always be time to get together in the future!"


    "Of course!" Catherine nodded affirmatively.


    "Anything else tonight?"


    "Um?"


    Looking at her puzzled expression, Guo Shouyun took out two invitations from his pocket.


    "Invitation to two VIP seats from Christie''s! If you''re not busy at night, come with me!"


    "Christie''s autumn auction?"


    Having said that, Catherine took the invitation letter in her hand and looked at it.


    After looking through it, "Forget it, you''d better go by yourself. After arguing with Mars for a long time, I''m exhausted, and now I don''t want to do anything except eat and sleep!"


    "Okay!" Guo Shouyun didn''t force it.


    After the two of them had a few bites of dinner, "Catherine, do you still remember what I told you about Guo''s development strategy?"


    Guo Shouyun''s serious expression made Catherine in her eyes stunned for a moment! After a flash of thought in his eyes, "That radical strategy?"


    "Hmm! ... Originally I thought that the Nasdaq crisis and the Argentine debt crisis would make the U.S. economy really bottom out at the end of the year. But I didn''t expect the accident of 9.11! Therefore, Congress, the government, and the Federal Reserve intervened in the economy. Policy will come sooner than expected, especially the Federal Reserve interest rate, will be further reduced, and then the interest rate of commercial loans will also be reduced, and this is our opportunity!"


    Catherine nodded thoughtfully. Up to now, Guo''s expansion is all due to Guo Shouyun''s investment and his own profit. At the beginning, in order to raise funds for the acquisition of Apple and the principal of the battle in the gold market, Guo Shouyun used Guo as collateral and issued about 200 million US dollars of ABS asset-backed securities. Compared to Guo''s assets of nearly $1 billion, the debt of 200 million is not a big burden.


    "After you go back, you can use the assets in Guo''s hands to secure the loan, and you can borrow as much as you can, and try to choose a ten-year repayment period. Also, when the company expands, give priority to buying high-quality communities that are suitable for us, as well as downtown businesses. The storefront in the area! Even if there is no suitable staff for the time being, and the storefront cannot be opened yet, the property must be bought first! If the funds are not enough, I will make it up for you!��


    Katherine, who graduated from Harvard''s Department of Economics and Management, is also a shrewd person. She quickly heard the taste from Guo Shouyun''s words.


    "Do you think U.S. real estate will usher in an upswing?"


    "Well! It''s been ten years since the last rising cycle of real estate, and it''s time for another wave of growth And, is there anything better than real estate to drive economic growth?"


    Catherine nodded solemnly. When it comes to changes in the group''s business strategy, she cannot be careless.


    "Don''t worry, even if our judgment is wrong. We won''t lose anything if we have the property in our hands. At most, it''s just too much loan, which threatens the company''s financial balance. But do you think I''m still afraid of financial imbalance now?"


    "You damned capitalist!"


    Thinking of the growth rate of Guo Shouyun''s wealth, Catherine was also relieved.


    "I love this title!"


    After rolling his eyes, "Since you judge that the real estate market is about to rise, why don''t you take the opportunity to make a fortune?"


    "Who said I won''t go, it''s just not enough time!"


    Originally, Catherine wanted to continue to ask out of curiosity, but after thinking about it, let it go. Even friends, there are places they can''t touch each other. Moreover, one Guo Shi is enough for her to be busy, and there is still time to care about real estate matters.


    The two chatted while eating, and finished dinner in about an hour. After sending Catherine away, Guo Shouyun walked to the banquet hall on the third floor of the hotel with the invitation letter in his hand.


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    Since the rebirth, Guo Shouyun''s participation in the auction is not too many, but not too few. Basically, he is a regular at Christie''s and Sotheby''s every spring and autumn auction. Go to the scene when you have time, and trade by phone if you don''t have time. Therefore, in just two years, he has collected hundreds of works of art. Of course, the last windfall in the UK doesn''t count.


    After finding his seat with ease, Guo Shouyun, who had just sat down, did not expect to meet an acquaintance here.


    "Mr. Guo?"


    "Mr. Romney?"


    Sitting on Guo Shouyun''s right hand, the middle-aged man with an enthusiastic expression is Mitt Romney, president of Bain Capital. The two met because of Bain Capital''s venture capital investment in LinkedIn. Although it was only a few times, it was enough for people who are good at communication and artifice.


    "Mr. Guo also came to participate in Christie''s autumn auction?"


    "Isn''t it the same with Mr. Romney?"


    After smiling and shaking hands, the two sat down.


    "Which collection is Mr. Guo optimistic about?"


    "I haven''t decided yet. Let''s see. But this time the finale is good! ... What about Mr. Romney?"


    "I am also optimistic about the Renoir oil painting at the end. However, since Mr. Guo likes it, I give up. Now, there are not many people in the United States who can compare with Mr. Guo in terms of financial resources!"


    "I''m just lucky!"


    Guo Shouyun, who knew the meaning of the other party''s words, smiled and didn''t say much. He knew very well that he was the envy, even the envy of the whole United States, no, or the world, when the gold market made a fortune.


    In the context of 9.11, it is difficult to say what will happen, so in order to avoid adverse effects on oneself due to the darkness of human nature and the greed of capital, the most sensible way is to keep a low profile and be prudent.


    Mitt Romney is not a fool. From Guo Shouyun''s expression, he can somewhat guess some of the other party''s inner thoughts. So wisely changed the subject.


    "Mr. Guo, do LinkedIn and Google plan to continue financing?"


    "Mr. Romney interested?"


    "Of course!" Mitt Romney nodded without hesitation. There are not many Internet companies with clear profit models, and even fewer can achieve positive profits. LinkedIn and Google are undoubtedly the best among them. As president of Bain Capital, Mitt Romney can clearly predict the strength of the two companies.


    "We are very willing to cooperate with Bain & Company, but financing is not needed for the time being!"


    Although he expected this outcome, after hearing it with his own ears, Mitt Romney couldn''t help but feel a burst of disappointment.


    "As the world''s best corporate strategy consulting company, we also very much hope to cooperate with any of Mr. Guo''s companies!"


    Bain & Company, in addition to venture capital, is also a world-class strategic consulting firm comparable to McKinsey and Boston International. This is also the reason why Guo Shouyun said cooperation.


    "Mr. Guo, I heard that your new company is selling some non-main businesses that originally belonged to Enron?"


    Because this is no secret, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Mr. Romney is also interested?"


    "We want to buy Enron''s RAC division!" Mitt Romney nodded.


    "RAC department?" Guo Shouyun frowned slightly.


    RAC, within Enron stands for Risk Assessment and Control. RAC analysts scrutinize data, question forecasts, examine trading patterns, examine price movement curves and monitor portfolios. RAC also employs former bankers, accountants, statisticians, and people with MBA degrees��a elite group of experts who are well-versed in all kinds of business transactions.


    In the 1990s, the RAC had a budget of $30 million, a computer system worth $600 million and 150 specialists.


    Its core mission is to assess the economic, financial, credit and political risks of each of Enron''s more than $500,000 transactions!


    This is an elite strategic analysis and risk control department established by Jeffrey Gilling based on his experience and contacts at McKinsey and with the help of Enron''s huge financial resources and influence.


    It is a pity that this outstanding talent team has a mediocre leader. As the head of the RAC department, Rick Bye is big-bellied, with eyes, a gentle temper, and even a little awkward when speaking to people. For Jeffrey Gilling, Rick Bai was an obedient and loyal subordinate, but for Enron as a whole, the department that was supposed to be the bumper was all but useless.


    Therefore, under the leadership of the three giants, the talented but greedy CFO Andrew Fastow, and the CEO Ken Lay, who likes politics and communication more than the market, Enron has made One stupid deal after another!


    However, although Enron fell, it did not mean that there was any problem with RAC. On the contrary, Enron spent nearly two decades putting together a very good risk control and assessment department.


    This mature system and personnel can not only strengthen the strength of the risk control department of Enron Pacific, but also have a certain reinforcing effect on the risk control departments of other enterprises under Guo Shouyun. After all, for the risk control department, the most important thing is always experience. And Enron''s RAC division has always been the most experienced.


    Therefore, for RAC, Guo Shouyun never thought of selling it. Instead, after removing the rot and saving the essence, he continued to invest funds to further strengthen it.


    "Sorry, RAC is not for sale by Anping Company!"


    "What if we trade eBay shares in exchange?"


    Taking a deep look at the middle-aged man with a deep smile on his face, Guo Shouyun shook his head firmly.


    "Sorry! Not for sale!"


    "Okay! It seems that we can only wait for the next opportunity to cooperate with Mr. Guo!"


    Mitt Romney shrugged, but there was no other look on his face. People like him have been in the mall for many years, and they have long learned that happiness and anger are indistinguishable.


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows and was about to say something to ease the slightly tense atmosphere, just at this moment the auction started.


    Because the special auction tonight is modern oil painting. Therefore, it is an oil painting by William Turner, a famous modern British landscape painter. Because the size is small, the value is not particularly high. But in the end, the British 19th-century Romantic painter''s "The Beach" still sold for $2.37 million.


    "Mr. Guo hasn''t shot yet?"


    Six or seven oil paintings in a row passed, and Mitt Romney, who saw that Guo Shouyun had not participated in the auction, not only became curious.


    "I only like boutiques!"


    Mitt Romney smiled, "Without such a strong competitor as Mr. Guo, it would be much easier to win this ''No. 27''.


    "8.8 million!"


    "8.8 million, Mr. No. 9 bid 8.8 million, is there more?"


    When the auctioneer''s voice sounded, Guo Shouyun''s eyes also shifted to the oil painting "No. 27" displayed on the screen.


    After watching for a while, he sighed in his heart. Although the author of this oil painting is the famous American master of modern abstract expressionism, Jackson Pollock, he really cannot appreciate this oil painting composed of ink dots of various colors and messy lines.


    In fact, apart from Picasso and Matisse, he also rarely collected works by other abstract painters.


    However, Americans are very supportive of their own country''s artists. This 90*158 oil painting "No. 27" was called for eighteen rounds before it was finally picked up by Mitt Romney.


    Compared with the initial auction price, the transaction price of 12.8 million has nearly doubled.


    With the passage of time, most of the 25 oil paintings have been sold tonight, and there is no first-rate auction in the middle. This also shows that these auctions are all excellent.


    "Thank you very much for your enthusiasm. With your support, only the last of the 25 works in this auction of modern oil paintings is the finale - the pinnacle of the French nineteenth-century Impressionist master Pierre-Auguste Renoir" The Ball at the Moulin Rouge!"


    "I believe that everyone, like me, has been looking forward to this world-class work for a long time, so now let us see its true face!"


    In the high-pitched and clear voice of the auctioneer, a familiar picture appeared on the big screens on both sides of the auction table. At the moment it appeared, including Guo Shouyun, all those who participated in the auction couldn''t help but turn their eyes away.


    "The Ball of the Moulin Rouge", also known as "The Ball of the Pancake Mill", is an oil painting depicting the current situation of French society in the nineteenth century, and has now become one of France''s national treasures to display its own culture.


    "I believe many people know that there are two paintings of Renoir''s "The Ball of the Moulin Rouge", one is in the Mus��e d''Orsay in France, and the other is what everyone sees now. It comes from Mr. Saito Ryohei from Japan."


    Speaking of Saito Ryohei, this person is also a wonderful person. After buying Renoir''s "The Moulin Rouge Ball" and Van Gogh''s "Portrait of Doctor Gachet" for $78 million and $82.5 million respectively, he announced that he would burn these two priceless oil paintings for his own funeral!


    Fortunately, this guy''s company went bankrupt, and for capital turnover, these two precious oil paintings appeared on the market again.


    Compared with the one in the Mus��e d''Orsay, the "Ball of the Moulin Rouge" currently being auctioned is about 93*120 in size, which is nearly a third smaller.


    Even so, for this one of Renoir''s masterpieces, most of the people present were as determined as Guo Shouyun.


    Of course, in the end, who will this painting fall into? Everyone has to speak according to their strength.


    "...I believe that everyone knows more about this "Ball of the Moulin Rouge" than I do, so next we officially enter the auction process. ... I announce that the reserve price of "The Ball of the Moulin Rouge" is US$55 million, and each increase shall not be less than $500,000. NOW... Bids please!"


    "56 million...!"


    "57.5 million...!"


    In the blink of an eye, the price of the entire painting skyrocketed, surpassing its original all-time high of $78 million five minutes later.


    Here, although there are fewer people bidding, the intensity is higher.


    "Mr. Guo hasn''t shot yet?" Mitt Romney asked.


    "Don''t worry, just wait and talk!"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t want to waste meaningless words, so he waited for another two or three minutes until only four people were competing. He then motioned to the bodyguard next to him to raise the competition sign in his hand.


    "Mr. 3 bid $88 million, is there anything higher?"


    The auctioneer''s words instantly caused everyone''s eyes to focus on Guo Shouyun who suddenly appeared.


    After experiencing the media war with Citigroup and the unrecognized gambling, the current Guo Shouyun is not unknown in the upper class of the United States.


    "I didn''t expect it to be Mr. Guo. Since Mr. Guo likes this oil painting, let''s quit first!"


    The speaker was a middle-aged man with an East Asian face. Guo Shouyun didn''t know him, but he nodded his head and looked away.


    "His name is Ieyasu Morita, executive director of Sony Corporation! The 16th generation patriarch of the Morita family in Japan!"


    Mitt Romney explained next to Guo Shouyun.


    "Ieyasu Morita? Sony?" Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, "Akio Morita...?"


    "They are father and son!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    "$89 million...!"


    The rest of the bidders did not give Guo Shouyun much time to think, and soon a telephone auction from the outside raised "The Ball of the Moulin Rouge" to a new historical price.


    "$90 million!"


    This time Guo Shouyun did not hesitate! He has food in his hand now and is not panicking. And buying oil paintings is an investment in itself. Especially the top oil painting such as "The Ball of the Moulin Rouge", it is foreseeable that it will only increase in value with the passage of time, and will never depreciate.


    "$91 million!"


    "$92 million...!"


    When the price finally reached 103 million US dollars, there were no competitors around Guo Shouyun.


    "It seems that Mr. Guo made a fortune in the gold market while taking advantage of the worst disaster in the history of the United States. We don''t have the chance you have, so this Renoir painting is yours!"


    The sudden words instantly cooled Guo Shouyun''s originally happy mind. Turning his head and looking at the sarcastic young man not far away, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "I thought who it was, it turned out to be Mr. Schiff. Why, with Citigroup and ING Group, they have all been defeated in the gold market. No, it''s just a joke?"


    "If it wasn''t for 9/11, do you think you would have won?" Grant Schiff angrily recalled his losses on the gold short.


    "It turns out that it was me who won in the end. And, even without 9/11, I can still win you guys, because I''m just better than you!" Guo Shouyun, whose chin was slightly raised, showed a strong confidence on his face.


    Of course, the conversation between the two also attracted the attention of almost everyone around. Everyone is familiar with the strangulation battle between Citi and Guo Shouyun against the gold market in the media some time ago, so now they are particularly curious about the inside story.


    However, seeing the two confrontation, the people at Christie''s did not want to, or did not want to cause trouble. The person in charge of Christie''s who was present quickly reminded the auctioneer, and the other party responded and quickly announced, "Congratulations to Mr. No. 3 for taking Renoir''s masterpiece "The Ball of the Moulin Rouge Let us applaud his generosity" ."


    Under the leadership of the other party, warm applause broke out in the banquet hall. This applause interrupted Guo Shouyun''s dispute with Grant Schiff. And let everything return to normal.


    "Mr. Guo, I am Richard Bailey, Vice President of Christie''s. Thank you very much for coming to Christie''s Autumn Auction today!"


    After shaking hands with the other party, Guo Shouyun smiled indifferently.


    "You''re welcome, you can call me at any time when there are boutiques like "The Ball of the Moulin Rouge" in the future."


    "sure!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun turned around and said, "Mr. Romney, I''ll go first if I have something else to do. You are welcome to visit my house whenever you have time in the future!"


    "I''ll be bothering you more often in the future!"


    "goodbye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After a simple handshake, Guo Shouyun turned and left with his people. As for the paintings that were taken, after he paid all the funds, the people at Christie''s would naturally deliver them to his home in person.


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    "Mr. Guo, please wait!"


    Just as Guo Shouyun walked out of the hotel, a voice from behind stopped him. �����ܢۢ�᩿


    "It''s you?"


    "Mr. Guo knows me?"


    "I don''t know, but I have read some of your father''s writings. He is an excellent entrepreneur!"


    A smile appeared on Ieyasu Morita''s face.


    "I thank Mr. Guo for his compliment on behalf of my father. I believe he will be very happy if he hears it!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, then waved his hand to indicate that the bodyguards didn''t need to block the other party, "Mr. Shengtian is catching up, is there something wrong?"


    "Can you sit down and chat with Mr. Guo? Don''t worry, it won''t take too long."


    Seeing the desire in the other''s eyes, Guo Shouyun did not refuse after thinking for a while.


    "Go to the restaurant!"


    "Thank you!"


    The two came to the Hilton Hotel restaurant and sat down after ordering two late-night snacks.


    "Can you talk now?"


    Ieyasu Morita nodded, "Sony hopes to cooperate with Mr. Guo!"


    "Cooperation? How to cooperate? Where to cooperate?" Guo Shouyun smiled and asked with great interest.


    "Games and movies. We can cooperate in both games and movies. Mr. Guo knows that Sony is one of the top three game producers in the world. And Mr. Guo''s Matrix Games owns "Counter-Strike", "Half-Life", A series of classic games such as Call of Duty and Left 4 Dead. If we cooperate, Matrix games can use Sony''s channels to sell them all over the world."


    "In addition, Sony Pictures is one of the seven Hollywood giants, with a strong production team, publicity team, marketing channels, and contacts. And Mr. Guo has the copyright of a series of classic novels. Of course, your matrix Although the film industry is developing well, its production capacity is limited. If we cooperate with both parties, we can maximize the copyright of Mr. Guo''s novels and put them on the screen. I believe that this will not only enhance Mr. Guo''s popularity, but also greatly Increase your income!"


    Looking at Morita Ieyasu who made a promise that I am all for you, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "We have been cooperating with Ubisoft for the sales of game discs. In the field of game production and sales, its strength is not inferior to Sony, so why should we cooperate with Sony? As for movies, if Sony can put "The Da Vinci Code" If the filming is good, we may be able to go further!"


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun stood up. Originally, he agreed to sit down and talk with the other party on the basis of the other party''s voluntary withdrawal from the auction of "The Ball of the Moulin Rouge" and Sony''s reputation. Who knows that Morita Ieyasu''s so-called cooperation is just empty vernacular. This moment made him lose interest.


    "If Mr. Morita has nothing else to do, then I''ll go first!"


    "Mr. Guo, please wait!" Under Guo Shouyun''s calm gaze, Morita Ieyasu gritted his teeth, took out his mobile phone from his pocket, and pressed a few keys, "Mr. Guo, please look!"


    After taking a curious look at it, Guo Shouyun frowned slightly, "This is..."


    "Li Sheng, a famous painter and calligrapher in the Tang Dynasty, copied Wu Daozi''s "Golden Bridge", Ru kiln in the Song Dynasty, and Rembrandt''s "Saul and David" oil painting. I know that Mr. Guo likes antiques, if you should cooperate with me , these three precious works of art are all yours!"


    After looking at the somewhat blurry photos on the phone, "Do you know what you''re talking about?"


    "certainly!"


    Morita Ieyasu nodded firmly.


    "With the ability of your Morita family, I don''t doubt the authenticity of these works of art. I''m just curious, what is the benefit for you to exchange these three priceless treasures for my cooperation? After all, Sony and the Morita family It''s two different concepts."


    "Mr. Guo thinks it''s stupid for me to exchange my family''s wealth for interests belonging to the listed company Sony?"


    "No, I believe there is a specific reason behind everything. So I''m curious why Mr. Morita does this?"


    Looking at the man''s inquiring eyes, Morita Ieyasu hesitated for a while, "I put my trust in Mr. Guo, and I also hope that Mr. Guo will keep my affairs secret."


    "No problem!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    "I want to take back control of Sony!"


    "Take back control of Sony?" Guo Shouyun thought a lot in an instant.


    "Yes, I want to prove him wrong, Sony can only grow and grow in my hands. Fuka Idei is simply not up to the position of chairman of Sony''s board of directors, look at what he has done over the years, Sony has been going backwards. !"


    Seeing Ieyasu Shengtian''s excited look, Guo Shouyun thought to himself, "Is it another plan to restore the family business after a **** loses his right to inherit the family business?"


    If you look at the development history of the world''s largest enterprises, you will find that it is almost a history of the development of family businesses. According to statistics, 80% of the world''s businesses are family businesses, and 37% of the Fortune 500 are owned or operated by families. In all economically developed regions of the world, family businesses dominate. Especially in the United States, more than 75% of the enterprises are family-owned enterprises, accounting for 40% of the gross national product. The famous Johnson & Johnson, Ford, Procter & Gamble, Disney, Motorola and Disney are all included.


    Similarly, Sony in the last century was also a family business, but Akio Morita did not hand it over to his son when he was dying. Instead, like many family businesses, it catered to the trend of world reform, introduced a modern enterprise management system, and transformed the business Control is handed over to professional managers.


    Generally, when such a situation occurs, it is basically the founder of the family business who thinks that his descendants are too playful to lead the development of the enterprise, and takes changes to avoid losing his efforts.


    However, there are too few people in this world who are self-aware, and there are too many people who think they are underappreciated. So, strife comes.


    Of course, understanding is understanding, and he will not refuse the benefits that come to his door without compromising his own interests. After all, the combined value of the three works of art is nearly $200 million.


    "How do you want me to help you?"


    "I led the negotiation with the Matrix Group, and the two parties signed a copyright cooperation agreement for nine films and five games! Please rest assured that Sony''s conditions are definitely the best in the industry!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "If I really agree to your terms, do you think you can achieve your goal?"


    "certainly!"


    "I''ll go back and think about it before giving you the answer!" Guo Shouyun replied after taking a deep look at the confident Morita Ieyasu.


    "Mr. Guo, please consider carefully. Once you agree, the three works of art will be delivered to you as quickly as possible. In addition, the Morita family has been operating in Japan for hundreds of years, and the collection of fine art during this period is extremely rich. I believe there are many of them. Something that can satisfy Mr. Guo!"


    "I''m really looking forward to this!"


    After smiling and shaking hands with each other, Guo Shouyun said goodbye and then turned to leave.


    The next day, Wendy took a stack of documents and put it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Boss, this is the information about the Morita family and Morita Ieyasu in our database!"


    Markets are like battlefields, and intelligence is the top priority. Therefore, since the resources in his hands have become abundant, Guo Shouyun has consciously established an intelligence team to collect business intelligence, as well as the internal information of the major giants of various countries in the world.


    Of course, because of the short period of time, these materials are still very rudimentary, and most of them are collected from newspapers, magazines and other media, but even so, it has already played a certain auxiliary role in Guo Shouyun''s analysis.


    "Judging from the data, this Morita Ieyasu is a man of great ambition and talent. It is indeed a wise decision for Akio Morita to give up his inheritance of Sony!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "In the 1970s, Sony''s hardware division led by Ieyasu Morita insisted on using its own technology "Betamax format" in the video recorder (VCR) market, which was overtaken by the VHS format of competitors. MiniDisc and digital camera memory cards also Ignored international standards and fell into isolation. Later, when he led Columbia Pictures, there was another 7 years of losses. If it weren''t for Howard Stringer, I am afraid that Sony Entertainment would be bankrupt now. Failure after failure, If I were Akio Morita, I wouldn''t hand over the company that I built all my life to such a person!" Wendy said with a frown.


    After a pause, he looked at Guo Shouyun, who was looking at the information with a thoughtful look on his face.


    "Boss, you don''t really plan to cooperate with him, do you?"


    After Guo Shouyun glanced at Secretary Pretty, he smiled and shook his head.


    "Although I like antiques, it is more for investment. When it comes to important decisions about the future of the company, I will not let my preferences affect my judgment. However, the resources of Sony Pictures and Sony Interactive Entertainment are really good, I do not Mind working with them!"


    "you��!"


    After interrupting Wendy''s words, Guo Shouyun continued: "Don''t worry, I''m measured!"


    It doesn''t hurt for him to deal with Sony. Moreover, he also intends to cut a piece of fat from Sony through a little ''investment'' before when the mud-footed giant is in trouble. Of course, this will be ten years from now, so I won''t show it now.


    After putting down the materials in his hand, Guo Shouyun turned his head and glanced at the newspaper next to him. He picked it up and simply flipped through it. "Why are there so few newspapers today? Why aren''t The Wall Street Journal and USA Today?"


    After turning around and seeing the expression on Wendy''s face, Guo Shouyun, who had been together for two years, quickly guessed the reason.


    "Is there something unfavorable to me reported above?"


    "Boss, you don''t need to care about these media reports all day long!"


    "I think it''s you who cares. Well, take it out quickly. Except for fooling ourselves, it has no effect on the outside world!"


    Hearing this, Wendy knew she couldn''t hide it. So, he turned around and took out two newspapers from the cabinet beside him and handed them to Guo Shouyun.


    Taking the action casually and putting it in front of him, Guo Shouyun''s originally smiling face instantly froze.


    I saw that on the front page of the Wall Street Journal, it was written in bold black font: "When the entire United States was in grief on 9/11, Bruce Guo made an amazing wealth from the capital market."


    "$20 billion, while America is in grief, someone is rejoicing!" was the headline of USA Today.


    The content of the article directly links the 9.11 incident with Guo Shouyun''s profit in the gold market. Although it did not mention that the terrorist attack had anything to do with him. But at this special time, when the entire United States is in turmoil, the stock market has plummeted, and thousands of families are in mourning, these two articles are naked slapsticks.


    Guo Shouyun hardly has to guess, UU reading www. uukanshu.com Those who are grief-stricken, jealous and hating the rich will immediately turn their pain point on him after reading these two articles.


    "It''s heartbreaking!"


    After Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart, endless coldness appeared in his eyes! Reborn from the Internet age, twenty years after the explosion of information, he knows too well what "three people become tigers" and "human words are terrifying".


    "Whoa!"


    After throwing the two newspapers to the ground, Guo Shouyun said quickly: "Wendy, call William Zhang immediately and ask him to convene the major media, the more the better. In an hour, I will hold a news conference at the Phoenix headquarters. press conference."


    "Yes!"


    Seeing Wendy''s back turning away, Guo Shouyun said to himself, "It''s not my style to be beaten and not fight back!"


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    "Boss, 42 media outlets have been present now! Do you want to wait a little longer!" William Zhang said. �����ܢۢ�᩿


    "No, 42, just 42! That''s enough!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun stood up and strode towards the press conference of Phoenix Company.


    "Kaka...!"


    The moment he pushed the door in, the flashing lights went off like a flood. A scene of a leader of a major country leaving the country. However, it is also understandable that Guo Shouyun does not like the habit of giving interviews, which has made the media and the public curious about everything about him for too long. Now that I finally have the opportunity to interview me, everyone can''t let it go easily.


    "Mr. Guo, what is the purpose of your press conference?"


    "Mr. Guo, can you answer how much money you made in gold futures?"


    "Mr. Guo, how do you deal with Enron''s debt?"��


    Before Guo Shouyun could sit down, a flood of questions had already flooded him.


    "Please calm down. I have plenty of time today. I will answer everyone''s questions one by one." Guo Shouyun waved his hand and said.


    Under his comfort, the people at the scene gradually calmed down.


    "Because there are too many media present, I will answer immediately. Moreover, each media has only one opportunity to ask questions! Also, please obey the order, otherwise our security personnel will expel you!" After a pause, "Now everyone can start."


    "Shh!"


    Before his words could fall, Qi Shushua''s arm was already raised like a forest.


    After sweeping his gaze, Guo Shouyun pointed, "The lady in the red dress!"


    She seemed very excited when she got the interview rights, "Mr. Guo, I''m Emily Cotter, a reporter from The New York Times, what is the purpose of your acquisition of Enron, and what do you plan to do with Enron''s debt? "


    "Strictly speaking, these are two questions for you. But since you are a woman and the first media person to ask the question, I will answer both. First, Pacific acquired Enron because of Enron''s There is overlap in the business scope of the Pacific Company. In particular, Enron Pipeline Company and Enron Energy have a good role in promoting the development of Pacific Company. As for Enron''s debt, part of it will be resolved by selling part of Enron''s assets. The rest It will be resolved through the combined operating income of the two companies.... Please rest assured that individual investors and investment institutions holding the debts of ''Enron Pacific'' will pay off all debts and interests on time in accordance with the contract!"


    "Is Anping a new company after the combination of the two companies?"


    "Ms. Kurt, you only have one chance, please take a seat!"


    Guo Shouyun''s answer made the young female news reporter sit down rather dissatisfied. But in order to avoid being kicked out, she didn''t say much.


    "The man in the white T-shirt!" Guo Shouyun quickly glanced around and pointed.


    "Thank you. Mr. Guo, I''m Peter Charles, a reporter from The Washington Post. Could you answer the Thunder Fund''s revenue in the gold market in the last month?"


    "Sorry, this belongs to the category of company secrets. For the sake of our customers, I can''t answer you. You can change the question!" Guo Shouyun shook his head and said.


    "Okay! ... How do you decide that gold will rise, and whether it has something to do with 9/11?"


    "There are many reasons for judging gold''s rise, such as the debt crisis in Argentina, the continuous decline in the stock market in the United States, etc. These reasons can''t be said for three days and three nights. As for whether it has something to do with 9.11. It can be said that it is not, or it can be says have."


    "Can you talk about it in detail?" The male reporter, who seemed to hear some big news, asked impatiently.


    "In economics, there is a term called ''black swan event'', which refers to the risk incident brought by an unexpected crisis to investment. Such an event can easily cause the price of gold, oil, silver and other value-preserving products Up. And 9/11 is one of those ''black swan events''. That''s the connection I mentioned earlier. As for my investment decisions, it has nothing to do with 9/11."


    ��The reason why I am sure that gold will rise is because the Argentine debt crisis will have a long-term nature, and it turns out that my prediction is correct. On September 27, a large-scale strike in the Argentine capital Buenos Aires took place, which has a negative impact on Argentina��s The social and economic order has caused a major impact, and at the same time, it has caused turmoil in the Argentine stock market, currency devaluation, etc., which are good things for the gold market. If it weren''t for 9.11, these alone would be enough to make the price of gold rise. Therefore, I am on gold. Profit, there is no necessary connection with 9/11! �� Please ask the next reporter to ask.��


    "Mr. Guo, I''m Bethany Van Doren, a reporter for USA Today, what do you think of the headlines published in the Wall Street Journal this morning? And is the purpose of this press conference the same as yours? related?"


    After taking a look at the middle-aged female reporter in brown ladies'' business attire, Guo Shouyun said without hesitation: "I have ordered my lawyers to publish the news about me in USA Today and The Wall Street Journal. Filed a lawsuit in the New York Superior Court because the two news media used 9/11 to map the impropriety of my normal financial behavior without evidence, causing serious damage to my normal life, as well as my personal reputation. They need Responsible for that. . . . That''s my answer to your first question."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s gaze, Bethany Van Doren''s face was a little embarrassed. After all, she''s a reporter for USA Today. However, after years of experience in the workplace, her complexion soon calmed down.


    "As for the purpose of holding this press conference, it has nothing to do with the reports in USA Today and The Wall Street Journal. It''s just that I personally want to let the public know through the media."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun took a deep breath and said with a serious expression: "As an American, I love my country very much (forgive my ancestors). I hereby express my severe condemnation to the terrorists who created the 9.11 incident. My deepest condolences to the compatriots who died on September 11!"


    Speaking of which, Guo Shouyun, who was reborn through transmigration, felt awkward inside. Mingming felt that this matter had nothing to do with him, but he had to show a sad expression.


    "I didn''t expect that I still have the potential to be a ''player'' in my bones, maybe I should go to Hollywood to make a few cameos next time!" After murmuring a few words in his heart, Guo Shouyun took a breath and raised his voice a bit.


    "...So, I decided to donate all the $4 billion that I made in the gold market this time. As the first donation of the ''Guo''s Disaster Relief Fund'' initiated by me, the fund will be run by professionals , while maintaining its own operation, it provides assistance to individuals and families who have suffered losses in abnormal events and natural disasters in the United States. Our first assistance object is the huge loss caused by the 9.11 incident, the loss of work and basic life Capable individuals and families!"


    "Wow...!"


    After a few seconds of silence at the press conference, a huge exclamation sounded from the crowd.


    Four billion dollars is an amazing wealth at any time. The act of donating this amazing wealth is amazing.


    Not surprisingly, Guo Shouyun received wave after wave of admiration.


    "Mr. Guo, is your decision serious, do you really intend to donate $4 billion?"


    "Yes! What I said before is true And, just an hour ago, the ''Guo''s Disaster Relief Fund'' was registered in New York, and within three days, all donations will be All credited."


    "Mr. Guo, what made you make such a decision? Is it love?"


    Guo Shouyun twitched, "Yes! I am an American who grew up in the United States, and I love my country and people!"


    At the same time, his inner drama is also very full, "All the ancestors of China, what I just said was a last resort, I am still a very patriotic Chinese in essence!"


    "Whoa...!"


    Warm applause rang out.


    Looking at the hot eyes around him, Guo Shouyun let out a sigh of relief. I am quite satisfied with the result of this performance.


    After that, most of the questions revolved around Guo Shouyun''s 4 billion donations, and he also successfully established his image as a patriot and philanthropist in this question and answer.

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    "4 billion dollars, he is really willing!"


    Looking at the smiling man on TV, Grant Schiff said in a complicated tone. �����ܢۢ�᩿


    "What''s the reluctance? I''m afraid he is still eager to do it. To donate this money, as long as you pay 5% of the donation every year. If you keep the money in your hand, you have to pay 15% of capital gains. Taxes. 50% inheritance tax in a few decades. Now that money is free!" William Schiff said.


    "But even so, the money no longer belongs to him in name!" Christie Schiff said.


    "What''s the use of the name, control is the most important thing. It''s like you have 100 million dollars in name, but half a cent doesn''t work; you don''t have a penny in your name, but you have another 100 million dollars. The right to use; if it were you, how would you choose?"


    "Of course I choose the latter!" Christie Schiff finished speaking, with a hint of emotion on his middle-aged face, "I understand, but the same decision is not so easy. After all, $4 billion is not A small number, and he''s so young!"


    After hearing this, the three brothers and sisters exchanged glances, and then looked at the smiling, confident and calm young man on the TV, and their expressions became complicated.


    Even though they were all descendants of America''s top families, they also had to admit that when it came to excellence, the younger guy was ten times better than them.


    "William, you choose a top-level Chinese artwork from the family''s collection for Bruce Guo. By the way, invest 200 million US dollars in the Thunder Fund!"


    The middle-aged man who had been silent for a while, sitting on the main seat of the sofa, spoke up.


    "What? Dad, that guy is our enemy!" Grant Schiff exclaimed excitedly.


    It''s no wonder he did this. When Citigroup, ING Group, and Oliver Baring bet on the gold market with Bruce Guo, he also invested $50 million in it. Although not much, it is also half of his small vault.


    Therefore, in the entire Schiff family, except for Anne Charles Baring Schiff, who belongs to the Baring family and loves his nephew, Grant hates Guo Shouyun the most.


    "Gesell, are you confused. That guy cost us over $500 million!"


    She really didn''t understand why her husband did this!


    "Annie, I''m sober now!" Gesell Schiff said with a serious expression.


    "But��!"


    Seeing how his wife and son hesitated to speak, Gesell Schiff sighed.


    "Do you think I don''t want to destroy that guy and defend the majesty of our Schiff family? It''s just that his Thunder Fund is now mixed with the interests of too many people. Our targeting Bruce Guo is tantamount to cutting off their way of making money. It''s just you guys. You are a client of the Thunder Fund, what would you do?"


    "Help him with those troubles?" Grant Schiff said bitterly.


    Gesell Schiff nodded, "I''ve received a lot of calls from big people recently. Most of them are for Bruce Guo."


    "Father, we are the Schiff family!" Christie Schiff said proudly.


    "Our family is very strong, but there are many families like us in the United States!" Gesell Schiff quickly said.


    "Father, is there any other big family named Tibrus Guo?" William Schiff asked.


    "Yeah!" After replying, "When Bruce Guo can continue to make money for these people, no one can shake his status. On the contrary, if he fails, then no one will care about the life and death of a Chinese!"


    Gesell Schiff''s tone showed a hint of cruelty.


    "Father means we have to wait for an opportunity?" William Schiff said.


    He glanced at his eldest son with admiration, "That''s right! ... The shopping mall is like a battlefield, and no one can always be a victorious general. As long as Bruce Guo stumbles, then our chance will come! At that time, few people are willing to help him!"


    "The two hundred million dollars...?"


    "Isn''t Bruce Guo a financial genius, then let him make money for our Schiff family. Of course, if he still remembers the conflict with us and deliberately makes us lose this money. I believe that the loss will definitely be lost. It''s not just us. At that time, the Thunder Fund will lose money, and those who stand behind him may not be willing to help him anymore. At that time, our opportunity will come."


    "Father is wise!" William Schiff exclaimed.


    Looking at his father and brother with smug smiles on their faces, and at the familiar and confident young face on TV, Grant Schiff felt a little more worried in his heart. He who participated in the original "Go to Guo plan" knew better than anyone here the genius of Bruce Guo.


    Maybe the day when the Thunder Fund loses will indeed come, but I am afraid that by then, the other party has grown into a top family that can rival the Schiff family, and even surpass it!


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    "boom��!"


    After hitting the ground, the heavy bowling ball swiped in a straight line, knocked over all the plastic bottles, and disappeared into the bottom.


    "nice shot!"


    With the applause, loud applause sounded in Guo Shouyun''s ear.


    "Bruce, I didn''t expect your bowling to be so good!"


    "George is better than me!"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes were on the young man next to him, who was wearing white sports short sleeves, with a slender face and a somewhat serious look.


    George Prescott Bush, the third eldest grandson of the Bush family, doesn''t seem to have the arrogance of a big family boy.


    "I''ve been bowling since high school. It''s better than what Mr. Guo can do when he first got in touch, but it''s far worse!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I just had better luck! ... By the way, Carl, at this time, shouldn''t you be busy hitting the back of your head as the chief White House adviser? Why do you still have time to come to me?"


    "Come and see if I miss you!"


    Guo Shouyun pouted, "I don''t believe such a perfunctory excuse!"


    "Haha, I guessed you would say that! ... Actually, I should be busy with the White House affairs, and now it''s almost done. The rest is the responsibility of the military, so I only have time to come over with George. Oh, yes, George has been curious about your financial genius for a long time, you two are about the same age, and you have time to chat more." Karl Rove smiled.


    Guo Shouyun is not stupid, he naturally heard the deep meaning of the other party''s words. Still, deepening his relationship with the Bush family wouldn''t do him any harm. Even help, so Guo Shouyun is also happy to see it.


    "Okay! I''ve always liked to make friends. Especially a good friend like George!"


    "Thank you. But Guo, you are much better than me!"


    Looking at the two, Karl Rove showed a smile on the corner of his mouth. It was the decision of the Bush family to strengthen the relationship with Bruce Guo, the rising star, and it was also for George Prestko Bush, the eldest grandson of the Bush family. Paving the way for the future. And he is just a guide!


    "Bruce, do you know about the change in the top management of Citigroup?"


    After Guo Shouyun chatted with George Presteko Bush for a while, Karl Rove interjected again.


    "I heard. The CEO was replaced by Crum Pandit, and John Havens replaced Paul Turner as Citi''s COO." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "It seems that this time in the gold market, you made them lose a lot!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "It was their own choice, and it has nothing to do with me!"


    "Then if someone from Citi came to you to work with you, would you still be willing?" Karl Rove asked with narrowed eyes.


    "Why not? I have no grudge against money again!"


    "That''s easy to do!" After saying this, Karl Rove took out an invitation letter from his pocket. "This is what Pandit asked me to give you. He hopes to have dinner with you tonight!"


    After taking the invitation, he opened his eyes and said, "Karl, are you really just here to see me on vacation?"


    "Haha, of course! But there are some personal affairs mixed in while on vacation!" After laughing for a while, Karl Rove''s expression gradually calmed down, "Bruce, Citi, as the largest consortium in the United States, is improving its relationship with them, right? You have a good future!"


    "I know!" Looking at the invitation letter in his hand, Guo Shouyun nodded, "Don''t worry, I will go tonight!"


    "Okay, I''ve finished what I have to say. Come on, let''s play two more rounds!"


    "Don''t fight, or I''m afraid you will cause me problems again in a while. I want to go back to England early to see the two little guys, but I don''t want to continue to waste here!"


    "Speaking of which, I haven''t met two godsons yet!"


    "George, why don''t you go to England with me?"


    "OK!"


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    The invitation from Citi was not the only one Guo Shouyun received. The fastest update�����ܢۢ�᩿ There are more people who come to the door through various acquaintances and want to develop relationships. This kind of human relationship has never been just a patent of Huaxia, and everyone is the same in terms of human nature.


    What surprised him was the attitude of the Schiff family.


    Looking at the authentic work of Tang Yin''s "Zhongzhou Lansheng Xue" placed in front of him, Guo Shouyun couldn''t guess what kind of attention this old-fashioned family that had a conflict with him was paying attention to now?


    "Forget it, no matter what they think, with my current strength, it is enough to deal with the changes without change!"


    After the thought fell, Guo Shouyun stood up, "Wendy, put this painting in the collection library!"


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, how many people have signed that picture of Leonardo da Vinci''s "Salvator Mundi" now?"


    "There have been signatures from seven experts, including Professors Peter Robert and Charles Hamstrong of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Professor Mortimer Adler of the British Museum, and we are now seeking The signature certificate of Leonardo da Vinci''s oil painting appraisal experts in Italy, as long as there are more than 15 people, then it can be truly believed that this "Salvator Mundi" oil painting is Leonardo da Vinci''s posthumous work." Wendy replied.


    Leonardo da Vinci''s oil paintings are too valuable to be trusted without sufficient proof.


    "Pay attention to its protection. When the identification is completed, remember to notify me as soon as possible!"


    "Yes!"


    After answering, Wendy turned and walked out of the study with the rolled up Tang Yin''s original work. After Guo Shouyun sighed, he walked to the floor-to-ceiling window next to him, looking at the intoxicating autumn scenery under the bright sunshine outside, he couldn''t help thinking of his wife and children in England.


    When I returned to the United States, I originally planned to stay here for a week and then go back. Unexpectedly, dealing with the internal affairs of Anping Company, as well as social entertainment, delayed him for nearly a month. For the past month, he could only rely on phone calls to comfort his lovesickness, and he no longer wanted to stay here any longer.


    "It''s also time to go back. Listening to Molly, the two little guys have grown up a lot, and I really want to hug them now!" For first-time fathers, children are the greatest happiness.


    Meanwhile, Britain is thousands of miles away.


    "Why did you come back? Didn''t I tell you not to come back?" Hills Francis Baring scolded, looking at the pale and sullen young man in front of him.


    "My dear Uncle Hills, are you afraid that I will implicate you?"


    The young man smiled, picked up the apple on the table and took a bite, seemingly disapproving of his anger.


    "You still have the face to say. If it weren''t for you, I would have been in the current situation?" Hills Francis Baring said angrily.


    "Where are you now? You still have Simadon Manor, and a 1,500-acre farm in Great Orma. I, I have nothing right now, and I''m still wanted by the **** police...!"


    "You brought it on yourself!" Hills said coldly.


    "That''s right, I did all this by myself. But isn''t it the same for you, dear Uncle Hills?... So, don''t blame me, everything you are now is also yours!"


    "Hmph, if that''s the case, why are you coming back to find me?"


    "I want some money!"


    "I don''t have any money, and my money has already been used up in your stupid plan!"


    "Clap...!"


    Seeing the black Beretta pistol with a cold texture and murderous aura on his forehead, Hills'' face turned pale instantly.


    "What do you want to do?"


    "I want money, ��1 million!"


    Seeing the madness bursting out of the bloodshot eyeballs, Hills'' expression became tense. He realized that the proud and confident nephew Oliver Baring was no longer standing in front of him, but a desperate madman.


    "Okay, I''ll give you the money. But make sure you don''t come back to harass me after you get the money!"


    "Of course, I promise!"


    After taking a deep breath, Sears took out the checkbook from his pocket, signed his name and handed it over. "Standard Chartered''s ��1 million cash cheque, this is my last fortune!"


    After grabbing it and taking a look, Oliver Baring showed a satisfied smile on his face.


    "Thanks, Uncle Hills!"


    Looking at the back who turned away after putting down the gun, "Where are you going?"


    "Leaving England after revenge. Don''t worry, I won''t be coming back!"


    "revenge?"


    Hills shook his head, "No matter what you plan to do, it has nothing to do with me!"


    Having lost most of his wealth, he is like a falcon whose wings have been broken, and has lost the hope and confidence to fly in the blue sky. Now what he thinks most is to keep his current wealth and maintain the inheritance of the Bahrain family.


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    "I am back!"


    Back at his manor in England, he couldn''t help shouting as soon as he stepped into the bedroom.


    Molly Bevan, who was lying on the bed reading a book, looked at her husband who suddenly appeared in surprise, and quickly put down everything in her hand and greeted him.


    "Why did you come back suddenly? Don''t tell me in advance!"


    With a smile, he embraced his lover in his arms, and after passing on his warmth silently, Guo Shouyun took out the 12-carat pink diamond he bought from Christie''s autumn auction from his pocket and handed it over.


    "A present for you!"


    "Thank you! I love it!"


    "As long as you like it. By the way, what about the two little guys?" Guo Shouyun was a little disappointed by the empty crib.


    "Uncle Blair and Aunt Mary pushed them to the back garden to play!"


    "Uncle Blair, Aunt Mary? Are they here already?"


    "It came three days ago. Why, didn''t they tell you?" Molly Bevin said.


    "No!" Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Let''s go, let''s take a look at the back."


    Molly nodded, and the two turned around and walked out of the room together.


    The back garden of Bevin Manor has been repaired and decorated continuously, and it is no longer as desolate as when Guo Shouyun first met. Instead, against the backdrop of the herbs, vines and trees that have grown for hundreds of years, there is a natural beauty that penetrates the vastness of history.


    Guo Shouyun likes it here very much. Likewise, Molly Bevan likes the serenity and nature here. When the two were together before, they would take a walk along the lawn in the back garden every day to communicate their thoughts and maintain the temperature of their feelings.


    Therefore, every time I step into the back garden, I have an inexplicable sense of anticipation.


    After passing around the various flowers planted behind the house and the unique flower wall, the eyes suddenly opened up. The two soon saw two middle-aged and elderly couples pushing a cart on the lawn in the distance.


    "Uncle Blair, Aunt Mary!"


    Guo Shouyun greeted loudly.


    Guo Shouyun respects these two old couples who have nurtured him.


    When he pulled Molly to meet him quickly, the other party also came over with a stroller.


    "Bruce, are you back?"


    "Well, I''ll be back when I''m done with things in New York!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Uncle Blair, Aunt Mary, why don''t you tell me when you come, so I can arrange for someone to pick you up!"


    "You stinky boy. Looking for a wife, we haven''t told us about having children!" Blair Lincoln said with dissatisfaction in his tone.


    Guo Shouyun smiled awkwardly, "Didn''t I have time!"


    "Okay, just say a few words. Bruce didn''t do it on purpose!" After stopping her husband''s complaints, "Bruce, can Blair and I want to stay with you for a while longer?"


    "Of course, you can stay as long as you want!" Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    "That''s good! That way we can spend more time with these two little guys. Look how cute they look!"


    "These two brats look a lot like Bruce when he was a kid!"


    After patting her husband, Mary said angrily, "Guard Molly, what are you talking about!"


    "Haha, haha. Molly, don''t mind, I''m used to talking rude to those rough old men on the farm." Blair said with a hint of embarrassment on his face.


    "It''s okay! Bruce often does that too!" Molly Bevan smiled.


    "I��!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was about to defend himself, saw his wife''s expression and instantly understood.


    "That''s right, it''s okay, Uncle Blair!"


    "That''s good, that''s good!"


    "I look at the child!"


    This is what Guo Shouyun is thinking about. When he saw two babies lying in their cradles, with wide-open eyes, ''babbling'' in their mouths, occasionally waving their little fists, or kicking their little feet, all the desires and thoughts turned into love and affection .


    Children are the joy of a family. Even if they didn''t know how to speak, Guo Shouyun and the others were always full of joy.


    In the evening, Molly Bevan lay beside Guo Shouyun after breastfeeding her son and daughter.


    "Both children asleep?"


    "Um!"


    After noticing the hesitation on his lover''s face, Guo Shouyun said in surprise, "Is something wrong?"


    "I want to go to London tomorrow!"


    "To London? For what?"


    Although there is no custom of confinement in the West, Guo Shouyun, who is from the East at heart, insisted on letting Molly rest at home for a month.


    Fortunately, Molly Bevan, who has a better understanding of eastern customs, is of Chinese descent, and she obediently stopped Guo Shouyun''s words.


    "Mr. Wien called me and wanted me to participate in the annual exhibition of young painters held by Gagosian Gallery!"


    Seeing the eagerness in Molly''s eyes, Guo Shouyun nodded after thinking about it. Although he is wealthy, he does not have the idea that women must stay at home to care for their husbands and children. Instead, he was supportive of Molly Bevin''s career pursuits. Because women who have their own independent personality, thoughts and pursuits have real lasting charm. Otherwise, if you go around the kitchen at home every day, no matter how beautiful a woman is, she will become a yellow-faced woman.


    "when?"


    "the day after tomorrow!"


    "It just so happens that I''m going to London the day after tomorrow, so let''s go together!"


    "Really?" Molly Bevan exclaimed.


    "certainly!"


    "Thank youhusband!"


    "You''re welcome. But what about the child?"


    "I go in the morning and come back in the evening. I will use a breast pump to save enough milk in the refrigerator. Let Aunt Mary and Liv help take care of Elizabeth and George!" Molly Bevan said quickly.


    Apparently she had already paid attention to it.


    "OK then!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun put the company''s financial statement in his hand on the bedside table, and took off his pajamas.


    "What are you doing?"


    "Of course I have to love you well, I have endured it for half a year!"


    "No, the child is still next door!"


    "Don''t worry, Liv and Alisha will take good care of them!"��


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    Colchester, a town less than 50 kilometers from London and on the sea. Favorite this site�����ܢۢ�᩿ There are not too many people in the town, and most of them are workers in nearby factories. Eighty percent of them are employees of the Teesside Power Plant.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. After sending Molly Bevan to London, he arrived here early with Rebecca Marks and her team.


    The Teesside Power Plant, which generates nearly 2,000 megawatts and accounts for 4% of the UK''s power generation, is the destination of his trip.


    "That''s Teesside?"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the huge industrial area in the distance.


    "Yes!"


    "Let''s go and have a look!"


    "Boss, why don''t you wait for the next time. After the fire at the Teesside power plant, there was no time to repair it because of the dispute over compensation. Therefore, the situation inside is very bad now. It may be dangerous!"


    Joren Best, head of Enron at the Teesside Power Plant. Of course, with the merger of Enron by Pacific, his current position has not changed, but his immediate boss has been replaced by Rebecca Mark.


    Looking at the power plant, which was surrounded by a cordon and completely burned to black, Guo Shouyun nodded and did not force it in.


    "Then let''s take a look outside!" After leading the crowd around the power plant to make a profit, "Rebecca, how is the negotiation with Buenemen Chemical Industry Company?"


    "Still talking!"


    Guo Shouyun stopped, "The other party''s asking price is very high?"


    "Yes! Bu Neimen wants us to pay another $800 million along with another $150 million in accident damages!"


    "$800 million? The entire Teesside power plant''s investment was only $1.3 billion! Even if the depreciation of the equipment is not considered, the 50% stake cannot exceed $700 million, and we have to bear all the compensation, when we are Are you a fool?" Guo Shouyun said coldly.


    "Now the whole world knows that the boss made a lot of money on gold speculation. That''s why they shout such exaggerated asking prices!"


    "What about the Bank of Scotland and the Bartlett Fund?"


    "Their conditions are relatively reasonable, but without Bu Neimen''s consent, we can only get 50% of the shares at most, and we won''t have control over the power plant at all!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "This is really a headache. Is there any better way?"


    "In addition to continuing to negotiate to find opportunities, there is no good way!"


    "Then let''s talk about it and see who can outperform who in the end!"


    When Enron was struggling at the last moment, it had sold its original shares of Teesside Power Plant, and now Anping Company has only 28% of the shares of Teesside Power Plant. If we talk about losses, it is definitely that Bu Neimen, who is a major shareholder, has suffered more.


    "Yes!"


    "Have you spoken to Vidivan about Azurikos'' water business?"


    "We talked about it, but we still get a response." After a pause, "Boss, the British water management department has issued a rectification notice to us again, so that we can improve the aging equipment in Azuricos in time. Otherwise, they will fined!"


    After listening, Guo Shouyun''s face showed a headache.


    Azuricos'' municipal water business covers nearly half of the UK''s cities, and if all equipment is retrofitted, it will cost at least $2 billion.


    With such a huge amount of money, it is no wonder that Enron ignored it.


    "Boss, I think we should pay for the money. Equipment renovation can not only improve the efficiency of use, improve the cleanliness of drinking water, and deepen the service level, but also reduce maintenance expenses and increase the company''s assets."


    Guo Shouyun is not a fool. He is very aware of the benefits of this investment to the future of the company, but he is not as concerned about the water business of Azurikos as Rebecca Mark, and even has the idea of ??selling it. But looking at the current form, it will not work without equipment modification. Otherwise, once the ticket comes down, he will suffer the loss. As for the negotiation with Vivendi, I don''t know when it will really come to fruition.


    "If you invest now, you will be able to sell at a good price in the future. In general, it''s not a loss. It''s just that the funds originally planned to be placed in Anping Capital''s balance of payments have been misappropriated, and the capital chain has become even tighter."


    "Rebecca, I agree to the $2 billion investment in equipment transformation. But you have to help Paul Turner of Phoenix Capital, and try to sell other companies that are not within our business scope as soon as possible."


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, since the United Kingdom is here, we have started. Then don''t delay Brazil, let''s change it together!"


    "clear!"


    "Brazil is a big market, and it''s a place we can''t miss. So, in addition to commercial matters, you should pay more attention to any changes at the government level."


    Rebecca Mark nodded. With her qualifications and status, she naturally understands the importance of intelligence.


    "Is there any progress over there in India?"


    "The Tata Group is being contacted, and no accurate reply has been received yet!"


    "What about pipeline projects in Colombia and Bolivia?"


    "Colombia''s pipeline project has been built, but our exposed pipelines in the suburbs are often threatened by guerrillas and have high maintenance losses. In addition, the distribution rights of Colombian natural gas are in the hands of the Santos family''s Betancu Gas Company. He charges us a lot of fees, and the remaining profits are hard to make up for the wear and tear.��


    "Didn''t we cooperate with Columbia Energy Group originally? Why has it become this Santos family now?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "The head of the Santos family, Juan Manuel Santos, is currently Colombia''s defense minister, and he is also a die-hard supporter of Colombian President Alvaro Uribe. And this Alvaro is a die-hard rightist, so After he came to power this year, he immediately transformed many state-owned companies that originally belonged to Colombia into private ownership, among which the Santos family, the Quartas family and other powerful groups benefited the most!"


    Guo Shouyun rubbed his temples. The complicated situation in Colombia gave him a headache. At the same time, he also realized that investing in these countries where the economy is underdeveloped and the government is not authoritative enough, the political risks far outweigh the economic risks.


    "Talk to the head of the Santos family again. If they still maintain high campus fees, then they will sell our pipeline. Even if a sum of money is temporarily lost, I don''t want to be exploited like a fool. Also, Colombia is not a must-have market!��


    Guo Shouyun is very aware of his current disadvantages and advantages. Although he has money and an adequate career, his weak roots are still hard to make up for. In countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and China where the rule of law is perfect, money can also leverage capital to check and balance those big families. But in a place where Colombia''s strength decides everything, he doesn''t have much capital to overwhelm these local snakes.


    Instead of spending energy and money in such places, it is better to focus on exploring supermarkets such as the United States and Huaxia. It will not be too late to come back to clean up the old mountains and rivers when he has concentrated on development for a few years and his strength and influence have truly reached the peak.


    "Understood!" Rebecca Mark nodded.


    He didn''t ask about the pipeline project in Bolivia next. Because this project has just started and is in the stage of spending money.


    After chatting with Rebecca Mark about the company, it was almost noon. Remembering the better lunch with his wife, Guo Shouyun briefly explained Rebecca, then turned around and drove his bodyguard towards downtown London.


    York Street London Art Gallery.


    This is where Gagosian''s exhibition of youth paintings is displayed. It was also a coincidence that when Guo Shouyun opened the car door and came out, he happened to meet Molly Bevin and came out with a few female painters.


    "Molly...?"


    Looking at the beckoning lover, Molly Bevan showed joy on her face, "Bruce!"


    Looking at his lover who was rushing towards him, Guo Shouyun raised his legs and was ready to meet him. But before he could take his left foot, he was overwhelmed by the force behind him. Before he could figure out what happened, the crisp sound of gunshots suddenly rang in his ears.


    Looking at the small soil pillar that was close at hand and was hit by bullets, inexplicable fear suddenly clenched his heart. For the first time in his life he felt death so close to him.


    "Damn it, Molly!"


    Thinking of his lover, Guo Shouyun hurriedly looked up, but what happened next took all his thoughts out in an instant.


    I saw a black Volvo car rammed like a mad bull towards Molly Bevan, who was about to run towards her.


    "Molly, get out of the way!!"


    Looking at her lover who was screaming at her, Molly Bevan, who had been stunned by the car that was madly crashing towards her, fell to her side subconsciously.


    "Boom...!"


    The sound of the crash and the fluttering shadow instantly took over all of Guo Shouyun''s mind. Cold, endless cold, penetrated his heart.


    "Molly...!"


    With a hoarse roar, Guo Shouyun, like an angry beast, overturned the bodyguard who was pressing on him with a ''teng'', ran to his lover with all his strength, and fell to the ground with a ''gu dong''. But looking at the blood all over the ground, he didn''t know what to do.


    "Call an ambulance!"


    Guo Shouyun, who had regained some sanity, shouted loudly.


    "Yes!"


    The bodyguard who followed up responded.


    At this moment, the red-eyed Guo Shouyun snatched the gun from the bodyguard, walked to the side and hit the Volvo car parked by the steel street light on the side of the road, and shot frantically at the driver''s seat, even if the bullet was empty. Did not stop.


    "Boss, he''s dead!"


    The bodyguard next to him reminded cautiously.


    Guo Shouyun, panting heavily, stopped.


    "Boss, the ambulance is here!"


    Because the hospital was very close to the accident site, the ambulance arrived very quickly.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun didn''t care about anything else, and after throwing the gun at the bodyguard, he ran towards Molly. The rest of the bodyguards quickly followed. Of course, in order to maintain the scene and wait for the police to arrive, one of the four bodyguards was also left.


    After arriving at the hospital, Molly was quickly pushed into the emergency room.


    After Guo Shouyun, who was standing outside the door, calmed down a little, the captain of the bodyguard came up and said carefully: "Boss, the murderer is Oliver Balin!"


    "I know!" Guo Shouyun''s tone was as cold as ice. In fact, Oliver Baring saw Molly''s face from the front window when he was driving his car. At that time, in revenge, the **** wiped his neck.


    "Using all the energy we can use. I want to know how he came to England? And how do I know where Molly and I are? In case Molly has a problem, I will let them all be buried!"


    Seeing the murderous aura on the boss''s face, the bodyguard captain shuddered, "Yes, I''ll do it right away!"


    "Also, call your headquarters, I need more garrison forces. Especially here in the UK, I want them to increase the number of guards at Bevan Manor to 200 within an hour, and I will pay any amount!"


    "Yes! I''ll call right away!"


    "Go!"


    Looking at the hurried back of the bodyguard captain, Guo Shouyun took a deep breath. Now his mind is in a mess, and he can''t think of any better way other than strengthening his defense!


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 Chapter 303： It broke our hearts

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    The anxious waiting was the most exhausting, every minute and every second was like a hundred claws scratching his heart, making Guo Shouyun extremely irritable. �����ܢۢ�᩿ There is always something that makes him not clean.


    "Boss, this is Senior Superintendent Howard Case of the London Police Service!"


    "Hello!"


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. I want you to understand the case!"


    "Vince, you tell him. I''m not in the mood right now."


    "Yes, boss!"


    "Mr. Guo, please wait a moment. You are a party to this case, and you must have your own testimony in this shooting!"


    "Testimony? Let me tell you how I was shot, how did my fiancee get hit by a car and then lie in the emergency room with unknown life and death?"


    "Mr. Guo, please calm down. We are helping you!"


    "Thank you, I appreciate your kindness! But now I don''t have time!"


    Just then, the red light outside the operating room door suddenly dimmed. Guo Shouyun was shocked when he saw it, he walked to the door quickly, grabbed the doctor who had just opened the door of the operating room and asked anxiously, "How is she? Doctor, how is my love?"


    "You are her husband?"


    "Yes!"


    "We''ve done a checkup on her and performed an emergency operation. Your lover''s body bruise is not serious, it''s just that while she was dodging a car hit, the brain collided with an intracranial hemorrhage and she''s now in a coma. We''re going to Do a further examination on her, and then discuss the surgical plan. Go and go through the hospitalization procedures for her!"


    Hearing this, the stone hanging in Guo Shouyun''s heart finally fell. As long as people are alive, there is still a way.


    Guo Shouyun, who had completely calmed down at this time, quickly took out his phone.


    "boss��!"


    "Wendy, listen to me. You immediately find me the best hospital in the world, and invite the best brain doctors in the world to come to the UK!" Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    "Boss, what happened?"


    "Molly was in a car accident!" Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    "What?...Then she...?"


    "Intracranial hemorrhage, not life-threatening for the time being!"


    "That''s good!"


    "In addition, you can help me investigate the whereabouts of Oliver Baring in the past month. I want to know where he went, who he met, and what he did!"


    "Oliver Baring, he...!"


    "He wanted to kill me, but he''s dead now."


    "Are you all right?" Wendy said quickly.


    "I''m fine, it''s just that Molly is injured! ... Damn bastards, if you let me know who is behind the scenes, I will definitely kill them!" Guo Shouyun said angrily.


    "Bruce, calm down!"


    After nearly half a year, Guo Shouyun was stunned when he heard Wendy calling him that again, and then calmed down.


    "I''ll take care of the doctor right away, don''t worry. I''ll contact the best private detective in the United States about Oliver Baring''s whereabouts."


    "Yeah! Wendy, please!"


    "Dudu...!"


    Holding the phone with the blind tone, Guo Shouyun froze for a moment, then put it in his pocket.


    After a short time, with gauze wrapped around her head and her face pale, Molly, who was unconscious, was pushed out of the operating room. Seeing the originally gentle and beautiful lover lying quietly on the hospital bed, Guo Shouyun''s heart was very colicky. This is the woman he loves the most in his two lifetimes. As a result, he was still loving and lingering a moment ago, but now he is lingering on the sick bed, which is really unbearable for him.


    Looking at the boss who was sitting in front of the hospital bed, holding his wife''s right hand for a few hours, the bodyguards next to him looked at each other, and there was a little bit of unbearableness on their faces. During the period when Guo Shouyun was a bodyguard, the other party has always treated them well, so now that they encounter difficulties, they also have some thoughts for him.


    So, after thinking about it, the captain of the bodyguard called the relatives of the two.


    The first to arrive at the hospital were Al Bevan and Olivia Eisley, who have settled in London since the two established a relationship.


    The second thing I felt was the old Bevin. The man who hurriedly left the bar business and rushed to the hospital was angry when he saw his daughter lying on the hospital bed with a pale face.


    "Bastard, when I handed Molly over to you, how did you guarantee it?" Old Bevin grabbed Guo Shouyun''s collar and pushed him against the wall angrily.


    "Dad, let go. Bruce doesn''t want that either!"


    Al Bevan, who already knew the inside story, quickly stepped forward and pulled his father away.


    "Sorry, I didn''t take care of Molly!"


    Seeing the sadness on Guo Shouyun''s face, Old Bevin took a deep breath and temporarily suppressed the anger in his heart, "What''s going on?"


    Enduring the pain in his heart, Guo Shouyun repeated the situation at that time.


    After listening, Old Bevin''s face changed rapidly, and he snorted heavily.


    "what did the doctor say?"


    "Observe for a period of time, and then prepare for surgery. Don''t worry, I have found the best brain doctor in the world, and I will definitely restore Molly to health!"


    "It''s better, otherwise I can''t spare you this guy!"


    Immediately afterwards, Blair and Mary also hurried in. After handing over the child to the servant, they followed.


    As relatives arrived one after another, some close friends also made condolence calls one after another.


    As time passed, some things Guo Shouyun wanted to know also had answers.


    "Boss, this is the information for our investigation!"


    After taking it over and reading it carefully, Guo Shouyun''s brows furrowed.


    "So, Oliver Baring''s actions were his own idea?"


    Bodyguard captain Matthew nodded.


    "Since September 17, Oliver Bahrain has been brought to court by the Dutch ING Group and Bahrain Asset Management Company for financial fraud and failure to report losses to the company in a timely manner. In addition to confiscation of all assets to make up for the losses of ING Group and customers , and sentenced to 50 years in prison. But on the day of the sentence, Oliver Baring disappeared. Seven days later, he returned to the UK on a smuggling freighter called the ''Wigan''. He found his Uncle Charles Francis Baring, coerced at gunpoint, took ��1m from him."


    After looking at Guo Shouyun, who frowned, "We got the surveillance data provided by Charles Francis Baring, and it is true that he only took out the one million pounds under the condition of being held hostage! ... After getting the money, Ole F. Balin rented a house near the Royal Academy of Art in London. Then every day from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, he would monitor the school gate. When the lady went to the school to pick up the painting, he happened to be seen. "


    "So when he dies, this is how you understand what happened this time?"


    Looking at the deep and cold eyes of BOSS, Matthew''s scalp went numb, "It looks like this from the data!"


    "material?!"


    Looking at the papers in his hand, "I see, you go out!"


    "Yes!"


    Out of the corner of his eye, he glanced at Guo Shouyun who was more than happy and angry, and then Matthew stepped out.


    "It won''t be so easy to understand!"


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    "Doctor John, when can the operation be performed?"


    "Mr. Guo, the operation can be done now, but the risk of brain surgery is very high. So I can''t give you a 100% guarantee. In addition, even if the blood clot is removed from the brain, the patient may not be able to wake up."


    "Can''t wake up? Why?"


    Old Bevin, who cared about his daughter, had already asked Guo Shouyun in front of him.


    "The location of the blood clot is close to the brainstem, which is very dangerous. In addition, in all previous similar cases, 70% of the patients became vegetative even after the blood clot was removed."


    "Veterinous!"


    Including Guo Shouyun, everyone was shocked. Everyone knows the meaning of being in a vegetative state. In layman''s terms, it is a living dead person. If Molly really became like this, Guo Shouyun would never accept it.


    "Dr. John, you are the most authoritative expert in the field of brain medicine in the world, do you have any good advice?" Guo Shouyun asked after taking a deep breath and calming down.


    "Conservative treatment!"


    "Conservative treatment?"


    "Yes! The patient''s intracranial hemorrhage is 1.5 ml. If the risk of surgery is too high, the possibility of postoperative recovery does not exceed 20%. If conservative treatment is adopted, the risk is lower. Moreover, the patient is younger, and his physical function is at its peak. Success The chances of absorbing bleeding are high and most importantly not life threatening."


    "We take conservative treatment!"


    Old Bevin said quickly. Nothing is more important than a daughter''s life.


    "Mr. Bevin, Mr. Guo. If conservative treatment is adopted, I am afraid that the patient will be in a coma for a long time. You must be mentally prepared for this!"


    "Is there a specific deadline?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "No. Maybe a year, maybe three years, maybe ten years! Maybe...!" John Dylan shook his head.


    "For a lifetime?"


    Guo Shouyun was shocked. Looking at Molly Bevan lying on the hospital bed, a sadness rose in her heart.


    A month later, Guo Shouyun, who decided to take conservative treatment, left the hospital with Molly Bevin. Back to Bevan Manor again. Looking at his wife lying on the bed as if he was asleep, and then looking at the child next to him who was tired of crying and fell asleep because there was no milk, he was not used to eating milk powder, Guo Shouyun felt that his heart was empty. I want to cry, but I can''t cry. I wanted to calm down, but my whole mind felt frozen.


    I can''t feel the change of time and I can''t feel the fluctuation of emotions.


    At this moment, the arrogance in the gold market, the smooth sailing in the career, and the rising sky in the status seem to be less important.


    "Matthew, do you have a cigarette?"


    Guo Shouyun, who had never smoked in his two lifetimes, suddenly asked.


    "Boss, young master and young lady are here, you can''t smoke!" Matthew said carefully.


    "Thank you for reminding me, I almost made a mistake!"


    "Boss, if you feel uncomfortable, you might as well take a walk in the back garden."


    "No, you go to the storage room. Get the Maotai I put there. By the way, if you don''t know how to read, ask Old Ward to help!"


    "Yes, I''m going right now!"


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 Chapter 304： 1 year later

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    Chapter 304 A year later


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    "Sir, it''s time to eat!"


    "I don''t have an appetite, let it go first!"


    Old Ward waved to the maid, took away the barely moving lunch on the table next to him, and put the new dinner on it. �����ܢۢ�᩿


    It''s been half a month, and since his wife''s accident, the husband has been standing by his bed. In addition to drinking, eating less and less for three meals. After half a month, people became more and more haggard, and their mental state was extremely poor. In just half a month, the high-spirited Guo Shouyun seemed to disappear.


    "Still haven''t eaten yet?"


    Looking at the cold leftovers, Blair Lincoln couldn''t help asking.


    "Blair, think of a way, if it goes on like this, little Bruce''s body may not be able to hold it." Mary Lincoln next to him wiped away tears.


    She grew up watching Guo Shouyun growing up, and her feelings for him were the same as those of her other three children. Therefore, Mary Lincoln, who is not her own mother but is better than her mother, is the saddest at this moment.


    "Don''t cry, do you think I''m not in a hurry?"


    Blair Lincoln grumpy.


    "I''m going to wake that kid up!"


    Old Bevan stood up suddenly. Although he is very satisfied with Guo Shouyun''s feelings for his daughter, at the same time he doesn''t want the son-in-law who loves his daughter to be so depressed. After all, he is still the pillar of the family and the father of his grandson.


    "Rudy...!"


    "dad��!"


    Everyone was shocked, and Al Bevin, the Lincoln couple, Catherine and others who were waiting in the living room all chased after him.


    However, the old Bevin was physically strong and ran very fast when he was angry. In a blink of an eye, he came to the bedroom on the second floor. But just as he was about to push the door in, the originally closed door was opened from the inside.


    Looking at the aggressive old Bevin, and the big family who followed behind. A rather bright smile appeared on Guo Shouyun''s haggard face.


    "Father-in-law, Uncle Blair, Aunt Mary, I want to take Molly, Elizabeth and George back to San Francisco!"


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    Spring and autumn ebb and flow, winter and summer reincarnate. Time is like water, years are like songs. Days pass by inadvertently.


    Putting down "One Hundred Years of Solitude" halfway through his hand, Guo Shouyun got up and walked to the bedside, and stretched out in the autumn sunshine. After looking into the distance and relaxing the nerves in his eyes, he turned around and walked to the desk. After sorting out the manuscript of "Five People You Met in Heaven" written next to it, I rang the phone on the table.


    Not long after, old Ward, who came here from England with him, pushed the door and walked in.


    "gentlemen!"


    "This is the manuscript I wrote. You help me deliver it to Christopher."


    Old Ward nodded and took the manuscript.


    "By the way, what about Wendy?"


    "Playing with Miss Elizabeth and Master George in the back garden!"


    "I see!"


    "By the way, sir. What do you have for lunch?"


    "It''s still the same as yesterday!"


    After old Ward nodded, he turned and walked out.


    After tidying up the desk, Guo Shouyun also walked out of the study. After a short time, he came to the room at the end of the corridor.


    This room faces south, with bright floor-to-ceiling windows and plenty of light. The wall covering of pale yellow shattered purple bouquet, combined with the soft Persian rug on the floor, fills the room with a warm tone.


    Guo Shouyun, who pushed in the door and came in, didn''t care about this. His eyes immediately fell on the large brown bed inside the room, like Begonia''s sleepless lover.


    "gentlemen!"


    The servant in charge of nursing noticed that Guo Shouyun came in, and quickly got up to greet him.


    "You go out first!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    "Yes!"


    After the door was closed, Guo Shouyun sat down on the stool beside the bed. After reaching out and smoothing the messy hair on Molly''s forehead, she held her fair right hand, which could almost see the blood vessels inside.


    "Molly, George and Elizabeth are already one year old. They can already call Mom and Dad, but the articulation is not very clear. They always call my dad Baba, hehe... You don''t know how fast they grow, almost one a day. It''s a pity that you haven''t woken up, and you haven''t seen them grow up with your own eyes. Moreover, they are getting more and more sensible, and they always ask you why you have been sleeping, I... don''t know how to answer them! "


    After being silent for a moment, after calming down the emotions that surged in my heart, "But don''t worry, I will take good care of them. And I also believe that one day you will wake up. At that time, you will be able to hear them speak in person. call your mother!"


    After talking nonsense for more than half an hour, Guo Shouyun was reluctant to let go of his lover''s plain hand. He pulled the back corner for her, kissed Molly''s smooth forehead lightly, stared for a while, and then walked out lightly.


    Shortly after the door closed, two crystal tears streamed down Molly Bevan''s eyes.


    Going downstairs to the living room, the crisp laughter came from far to near, and soon came to the front. As far as Guo Shouyun could see, two little guys with pink makeup and jade carvings staggered towards him.


    "Baba...!"


    "Baba, I want to ride a big horse!"


    Looking at the little cutie hugging her thighs from left to right, all of Guo Shouyun''s negative emotions and accumulated fatigue disappeared.


    During the time when Molly just had an accident, these two little guys were the source of his happiness, and they also supported him through the darkest days.


    After possessing himself and picking up the two brothers and sisters, "Are you good this morning?"


    "Good... goose handle...!"


    The two little guys complained to each other with their teeth and claws, but unfortunately they were only a little over a year old and they didn''t have the ability to say a word neatly. Listening to Guo Shouyun''s ears is even more cloudy and foggy.


    After teasing the two little guys, Guo Shouyun put them down and handed them over to the servant next to him.


    "Wendy, thank you!"


    Guo Shouyun said sincerely, looking at the beautiful woman standing aside with a gentle smile on her face.


    This year, if anyone needs his gratitude the most, it must be the woman standing in front of him. Guo Shouyun didn''t expect that this woman, who usually looks glamorous and proud, would never give up when she was at her worst, and she played the role of a mother, taking care of her two children so well.


    "You''re welcome, and I like George and Elizabeth a lot too!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and didn''t say much thanks. Just keep this in mind.


    "Let''s have lunch together, I specially asked Ward to make your favorite tomato braised beef brisket!"


    "Okay! I''m really hungry after spending a crazy day with the two little ones!"


    Wendy didn''t refuse, and followed Guo Shouyun into the restaurant. Of course, before they eat, the two little ones need to be fed.


    "Bruce, I want to discuss something with you!"


    After eating for a while, Wendy put down the tableware.


    "What''s the matter, you say?"


    "I think you should find another secretary!"


    Guo Shouyun''s heart tightened, "Why? Are you leaving?"


    "No!" Wendy smiled, "Elizabeth and George are getting bigger and bigger, and taking care of them requires me to spend more energy. Therefore, I may not be able to take care of too much at work. In addition, the larger the company you own, the bigger the size of your company. The bigger and bigger the industry, the more and more industries, and my ability is no longer up to the job!"


    "So, don''t you want to leave?"


    Wendy shook her head.


    Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief.


    "I''ll think about the secretary. Also, I''ll let Ward share some of it for you!"


    "Um!"


    Wendy nodded, smiled and said nothing more. The two of them ate their lunch quietly.


    Over the past three years, they have become very familiar with each other. Friends, lovers, confidants, no matter what role, can find shadows in each other. But the more this is the case, the more careful the two of them are about this complicated relationship.


    Guo Shouyun knew Wendy''s feelings for him, but he had always lacked the courage to pierce this layer of window paper.


    "Boss, here comes Mr. Jobs!"


    "Steve? Please!" Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    "Yes!"


    "Bruce, I''m not going with you!"


    Looking at Wendy, Guo Shouyun nodded. Now Molly is in a coma, and for Elizabeth and George, Wendy is the mother in their hearts.


    Looking at her gentle and slender back, Guo Shouyun took a deep breath after his eyes changed rapidly. Turn around and walk out the door.


    "Steve!"


    The familiar voice made Jobs subconsciously look where the voice came from. Soon, a young man with a tall and straight figure, a handsome appearance, his sideburns turned up, and a calm temperament with vicissitudes that did not match his appearance appeared in front of him.


    "Bruce!"


    The two, who have known each other for a long time, have already become close friends. After hugging each other, they had happy smiles on their faces.


    "Your temples?"


    "Oh, I''ve been working hard for a lot of time, and the white hair can''t stop it. However, that''s fine. He looks mature."


    Steve nodded, and as a friend he knew exactly where the gray hairs came from. After sighing slightly, he patted his friend''s shoulder, "Bruce, let''s wash it. Molly will definitely get better!"


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun was reluctant to continue this heavy topic. Therefore, his eyes quickly noticed the middle-aged man standing beside him.


    "Who is this?"


    "Hello, BOSS. I''m Arthur Rubin, who just joined Apple as a design director!"


    Looking at the youngest legend in the American business world, Arthur Rubin quickly stretched out his right hand.


    "Hello!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, and simply shook hands with the other party.


    "Please come in!"


    Taking the two into the living room, after the servant served drinks, Jobs said, "This is the latest iMacG4 series computer that the company is going to withdraw, take a look!"


    "Steve, UU Reading You know that I usually don''t get involved in the internal management of the company!"


    "I know. But I think as the owner of the company. Bruce, you also have an obligation to contribute to the development of the company. Also, your shape design is the best I''ve ever seen!"


    Since the first meeting, he was convinced by Guo Shouyun''s series of iPod novel shapes, and Jobs would ask him for his opinion on every subsequent new product of Apple.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Take the documents handed by Arthur Rubin. After a brief glance, his brows furrowed quickly.


    "something wrong?"


    "Hmm! Who designed this?"


    "it''s me!"


    Arthur Rubin said, "Is there a problem?"


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun nodded. There''s nothing wrong with the iMac-shaped display in the picture in front of me, but the base is like the base of a desk lamp. Novelty is novelty, but it shouldn''t be used here.

 Chapter 305： Visiting Jobs

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    "This kind of table lamp design is very novel, but I think electronic products want to be remembered, in addition to performance, the key lies in the futuristic and technological sense of industrial design. The fastest update�����ܢۢ�᩿"


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun turned and said, "Do you have a pen?"


    "I have!"


    Arthur Rubin, who was a little unconvinced in his heart, took out the black signature pen in his pocket and handed it over. He really wanted to see if the behind-the-scenes boss, who was "touted" by the boss for being extremely talented in design, had any real talent.


    Guo Shouyun untied the pen and turned to the blank page of the material at the back. The classic crank design of Apple''s iMac computer appeared in his mind.


    His hands follow his heart, and he is a little sketchy. Although he is not as good as those professionals with strong hand-painting skills, a simple computer shape is still difficult for him.


    "How about you guys?"


    After taking a look at it, Jobs'' eyes lit up.


    "Bruce, it''s so right to come to see you today!"


    After reading it, Arthur Rubin looked at Guo Shouyun with a little more admiration in his eyes.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, not surprised by this result. It would be strange if Apple''s insistence on a classic shape that hasn''t changed in a decade still doesn''t impress Jobs.


    "It''s good to be satisfied. By the way, remember to pay me the design fee!"


    "Hey, give it!"


    Looking at the coins Jobs took out of his pocket, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help laughing and crying: "One dollar? Steve, when did you become so stingy?"


    "It''s not that I''m being stingy, it''s that your plan is too grand. Buying arm has already spent our past year''s income from iPod portable players. So, the company is now out of money! This coin is my personal investment !"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head and smiled, "Okay, I accepted this coin."


    "...No kidding, how did you think about what I told you last time?"


    Jobs'' expression resumed his seriousness, "After the mergers and acquisitions in the past few days, Ruby is really strong in chip design. If it is merged into Arm and becomes a subsidiary of Apple, the integration of resources can indeed strengthen our strength in the field of mobile chips. R&D strength. However, Ruby''s R&D direction is not just mobile chips, what do you plan to do with telecommunications and 4G?"


    "Sell it!"


    "Sell?" Jobs asked in surprise.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "When I was young, I was ignorant, and I always wanted to keep everything that made money in my hands. Only now did I realize that people''s energy is limited, and time is even more limited. In limited energy and time, put a It''s better to be the best at two things than to do everything!"


    Jobs stared blankly at the friend who had a hint of emotion on his face.


    "Bruce, you''re only 23 years old!"


    "Do you think I look like a 23-year-old now?" Guo Shouyun pointed to the gray hair on his sideburns, "Steve, this year, I have stayed at home and seldom asked about the company''s affairs. But it is precisely this A year of purification has made me want to understand a lot of questions. I have found the answer after the confusion before! The ruby ??thing is one of them!"


    Jobs nodded. He could see that this year, his boss and friend had changed a lot. Especially the whole person has become more stable and mature than before. However, it is also understandable that any person will quickly become mature after a series of things such as becoming a father, his wife being in a coma in a car accident and so on.


    "Bruce, although I agree with your merger proposal, the company''s acquisition of arm''s shares has taken out all the liquidity, and even paid some shares. If you buy ruby ??now, the funds are too tight unless you borrow. But now I''m afraid it is very difficult. Few banks are willing to lend us enough money!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. When he bought Apple, he used a leveraged buyout. This invisibly increases Apple''s liabilities. Later, the Nasdaq crisis and the failure of the new-generation iMac G4 product launched in 2000 affected Apple''s revenue. It wasn''t until the iPad was launched last year that it recovered some of the decline, so Apple''s development is not optimistic.


    In addition, under the direction of Guo Shouyun, Ruby has actively developed the markets in East Asia, Southeast Asia and India in recent years, relying on the low-cost dumping of ''true red chips'', and it has developed rapidly. Even excluding the telecommunications sector, Ruby''s assets exceed $400 million!


    "I''ve considered this. Apple doesn''t need capital, just shares!"


    Jobs nodded, "It seems that my small share in Apple is going to be compressed again!"


    "Steve, if this iMac product sells more than 1.5 million units in two years, then I''ll raise your stake back to 5%!"


    "I love challenging work!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and stood up.


    "Go out for a walk?"


    "OK!"


    After walking out the corridor leading to the back garden of China Unicom, the two took a walk on the lawn behind the Guo Family Manor.


    "Forgot to ask you, how is Finding Nemo now? When will it be released?"


    Since acquiring Apple and becoming friends with Steve Jobs, there has been no obstacle to the cooperation between Matrix Pictures and Pixar. Therefore, under the name of Guo Shouyun''s "Bruce Story Club", the best-selling children''s stories in the United States also began to become classics in his impression with Pixar''s superb computer technology.


    "It is estimated that it will be next year. As for the specific time, it depends on the progress of Pixar!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Steve, I heard that you were having trouble with Disney CEO Michael Isner?"


    "He''s too greedy! Although Disney is strong, it''s like taking 35% of the profits from distribution channels?" Jobs shook his head.


    "Which Hollywood giant is not greedy? When Matrix first started working with Warner, they were also blackmailed by them!"


    "Now your Matrix is ??the best cheese in Hollywood."


    In the past year, The Matrix''s performance can be described as brilliant, "Harry Potter and the Philosopher''s Stone" global box office reached an astonishing $ 974 million; "Pirates of the Caribbean" first global box office $ 654 million; "Fifty Shades of Grey" "The Hangover" grossed $571 million worldwide; "The Hangover" grossed $238.2 million worldwide; in addition to "Legal Blonde 2", "Fast and the Furious", "Animation: Ghost Stories 2", "Chainsaw 2" ", the global box office has basically exceeded 100 million US dollars.


    Throughout 2002, Matrix surpassed giants such as Universal, Time Warner, and Disney with a series of hit movies, and was firmly ranked first in the total box office with US$2.637 billion.


    Of course, if these alone, although enviable, are not enough to bring down the Hollywood giants. What''s really coveted about Matrix Pictures is that all of their big hits are a series. This means that in the next ten years, the revenue of Matrix will occupy the top three in Hollywood.


    In the end, the outbreak of the Matrix also made Guo Shouyun firmly establish his reputation as a genius writer. The novels he wrote have also become the most desired scripts of major film and television companies.


    Looking at Jobs'' eyes with some admiration, Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, "Steve, since the matrix is ??so popular, do you want to join in?"


    "Join in? You mean Pixar?" With Jobs'' intelligence, he instantly guessed Guo Shouyun''s purpose. Moreover, he has not heard of the other party''s interest in animation companies.


    "good!"


    "If I join, what conditions can you give me?"


    "14% and $1.6 billion in cash! Plus, you get a board seat!"


    Pixar is now worth around $2.5 billion. The Matrix has exploded in the film industry, the income of the game industry has increased, the number of five-star cinemas has increased to 20, and on the basis of holding a large number of film and television copyrights, the asset evaluation is 7 billion US dollars. Therefore, Guo Shouyun''s price is also fair. The most important thing is that in the long run, the shares of Matrix are worth thousands of dollars. If it wasn''t for the fact that it wasn''t listed, it would definitely have reached sky-high prices.


    "14% stake, $1.6 billion in cash. Yes, I said yes?"


    "You promised?"


    Seeing the surprised look on Guo Shouyun''s face, Jobs smiled, "Why, is there anything strange?"


    "Shouldn''t you haggle with me?"


    "I don''t know how valuable 14% of the original shares of Matrix Holdings are. How can I still bargain? And there is 1.6 billion US dollars in cash in the later purchase. In fact, today, even if you don''t ask, I will take the initiative to sell Pixar to Pixar. you!"


    "Oh why?"


    "Because, when Matrix Pictures is developing for a period of time, I''m afraid it won''t be easy to get a lot of original shares from you!" After a pause, Jobs looked into the distance, "Also, I am more than Pixar. I like Apple. Especially now that Apple''s development is at a critical moment, I also need to focus my energy and time."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, he looked at the young friend beside him. Jobs was taken aback by his straight eyes.


    "What''s your look like?"


    "Steve, how long have you been without a medical examination?"


    "Examination?"


    Jobs was stunned, he couldn''t keep up with his friend''s brain circuits.


    "Let''s go, it just so happens that I''m going to St. Joseph''s Hospital for an examination today, so come with me too!"


    "Bruce, I have to go back to work later, so I don''t have time to accompany you. Besides, I just finished my checkup last year and I''m in good health."


    "Isn''t it possible to squeeze in time? Besides, it''s been so long since last year''s inspection, how could it be counted!" Guo Shouyun said involuntarily, pulling Jobs towards the way he came.


    As the most talented working man under his command, he can''t let the other party die at the age of fifty-six because of pancreatic cancer like in his previous life.


    For the sake of his super asset of Apple, Guo Shouyun decided to provide Lao Qiao with a full-time doctor, and go to the hospital for a thorough examination every two or three months. Strive to let Qiao Gangzhu work for himself at Apple in a healthy and healthy life.


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    "How about it?"


    Wendy looked at the tall, handsome man in a dark blue suit with a white shirt and black striped tie. There was a hint of admiration and deep love on the pretty face.


    After stepping up to help the other party tidy his collar, he looked up at his sideburns, which were obviously different from ordinary people, and said with some distress: "It would be better if there were no white hair!"


    Guo Shouyun looked at himself in the mirror, especially in front of the ears on both sides, with short white hair about one finger tall and **** wide, "It''s not a bad thing to have this white hair, but it makes me look more mature than before! "


    "That''s what you think!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and did not continue the topic.


    "I''ll leave the house to you!"


    "Well! Don''t worry. I will take care of the two children."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, stared at the beautiful flowers in front of him, his lips wriggled a bit, but in the end he only left the sentence "I will be back soon", then turned and walked out.


    Feeling the lost eyes behind him, Guo Shouyun despised his indecision in his heart. However, now he still can''t get past that hurdle in his heart.


    "boss!"


    Matthew, the captain of the bodyguard who had been waiting outside for a long time, greeted him. Now, the bodyguards around Guo Shouyun are basically replaced by cronies trained by Rudy Mueller and Pire Li from Yulin Island. Moreover, since the last time he was assassinated, causing the person he loves to remain unconscious, Guo Shouyun''s emphasis on safety has reached the extreme.


    Not only did he increase the security personnel around him to 50 people. Moreover, Rudy Mueller and Pire Li were ordered to increase the number of training personnel for the second phase of Yulin Island from less than 100 at the beginning to 200 now. Moreover, after Guo Shouyun added a lot of military equipment, the training on the island was not just for simple bodyguards, but in accordance with the standards of elite special forces.


    He had already suffered a loss once, and he never wanted to have a second time.


    "Is the car ready?"


    "Already prepared!"


    "Let''s go!"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun himself, with sixteen bodyguards, took five cars and slowly opened the gate of Guo''s Manor. The destination of their trip is Guo Shouyun''s other villa in San Francisco, "Hanshan Courtyard". Since it was bought, it has been the place where he entertains foreign guests. The same is true today.


    "gentlemen!"


    When Guo Shouyun got out of the car, George Fields, the housekeeper who had been waiting, hurried up to greet him. Now he and the old Ward who stayed in Guo''s Manor, one outside and one inside are responsible for the trivial matters surrounding Guo Shouyun.


    "Has anyone arrived?"


    "It''s here, I''m in the reception room No. 3!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and strode inside.


    "How many people are here?"


    "Five!"


    After a few simple words of communication, Guo Shouyun came to the door of the No. 3 reception room with ease. After knocking on the door, he pushed it open and walked in.


    At this moment, all the people who heard the movement inside turned their heads subconsciously and looked towards the door. And when they saw the person coming, they also stood up subconsciously.


    After a quick glance among the five, Guo Shouyun''s eyes stayed on the middle-aged woman wearing a long black coat, with short blond hair and short ears, a serious expression, and a low-key and simple temperament.


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 Chapter 306： LinkedIn Meetings

    High-speed text first


    Mobile phone synchronous reading


    Chapter 306 LinkedIn Meeting


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    "Ms Whitman, nice to meet you!"


    Looking at the smiling young man who took the initiative to reach out to him, Meg Whitman''s eyes naturally showed a color of scrutiny. �����ܢۢ�᩿


    There are so many secrets to explore in the legend who has been silent for a year. Even people like her are just as curious. Of course, curiosity is curiosity, and she has not forgotten the etiquette and rules.


    "It''s also a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Guo!"


    The two simply shook hands, looked at each other and sat down. Under George''s orders, the manor''s waiter quickly brought coffee for everyone.


    Looking at the opponent who was slowly tasting with the mug in his hand, he had no intention of opening his mouth at all. Meg Whitman didn''t want to waste any more time waiting.


    "Mr. Guo, can you understand your positioning of PayPal?"


    "PayPal?"


    "That''s right!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and put down the cup, "Ms. Whitman is interested in PayPal?"


    "Yes! A company that can play an intermediary and guarantee role in online transactions will have a good role in promoting the development of eBay''s e-commerce!"


    "Ms. Whitman really has a unique vision. PayPal is decisive in the history of e-commerce, and its existence can effectively ensure the security of transactions. Therefore, it has been developing at an alarming rate since its inception. Today, customers served by PayPal Already more than 60 million, and the daily online transaction volume exceeds 370 million US dollars. And, this is only the current scale, as the number of people online increases in the future, Internet shopping will become more and more popular. The application of PayPal will become more and more More common!"


    Looking at the expectant look and eloquent tone of the other party, Meg Whitman couldn''t help but ask, "If eBay is going to buy PayPal, would Mr. Guo be willing to sell it? "


    "Acquisition?" Guo Shouyun smiled, "How much is eBay willing to pay?"


    "$1.2 billion!"


    Meg Whitman said solemnly.


    Under the guidance of Guo Shouyun in advance and the control of sufficient funds, PayPal''s development speed is faster than in memory. The cost of natural acquisitions has also increased accordingly.


    "$1.2 billion?" After a pause, "Ms. Whitman, how about this. I don''t want cash, you just take out the equivalent of $1.2 billion in eBay common stock, and I''ll sell you PayPal!"


    Meg Whitman''s mouth twitched. The guy on the other side had a good plan.


    According to her understanding, the equity of eBay acquired by the other party through Phoenix Company, Guo Family Trust, Thunder Fund and other institutions has approached 30% in the past year. If he is allowed to get the equivalent of 1.2 billion US dollars in eBay equity, then the other party''s shareholding in eBay will definitely exceed 50%. In this case, even if you successfully acquire PayPal, you will lose yourself.


    Of course, she doesn''t mind selling the company to each other. After all, the achievements of this man over the past few years have told everyone that he is one of the people who understand the Internet industry best in the world. But eBay''s board certainly wouldn''t agree to sell the company. Or, so easy to sell.


    They have said it many times in the acquisition negotiations with Guo Shouyun many times before. They won''t sell unless he''s willing to exchange shares in LinkedIn and Google.


    If it''s just LinkedIn shares, that''s fine. After all, he knows what the future of LinkedIn and eBay will accomplish. Strictly speaking, the two are not much different. But certainly not Google. Guo Shouyun can reduce his stake in Google, but not now.


    So, the negotiations to buy eBay that started a year ago through Goldman Sachs are basically over by now. What he didn''t expect was that eBay actually came to buy PayPal!


    Obviously, the historical inertia has not changed because of Guo Shouyun''s change.


    "Mr. Guo, I have the authority to give you 15% of eBay Class B shares."


    "Class B shares?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head. The denomination of Class B shares is usually only one-tenth of that of Class A shares, and the corresponding voting rights are only one-tenth of that of Class A shares. Selling PayPal, which he valued, for this part of the stock, is obviously a stupid idea.


    "Sorry, I have no interest in Class B shares!"


    "Mr. Guo refused?"


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    Wei Wei took a breath and adjusted her emotions, "Mr. Guo, you are eBay''s largest individual shareholder, and you should fully support eBay''s development. Moreover, I believe that with your wisdom, you should be able to find that PayPal can only cooperate with Only when eBay is combined can it maximize its value and allow it to develop rapidly."


    "I agree with you! eBay is indeed more suitable for PayPal. However, the company engaged in e-commerce is not only eBay, but also Amazon, Yahoo and AOL, and the benefits between PayPal and them are no better than selling to eBay. It��s worse, even better. �� As for the largest individual shareholder of eBay you mentioned. Sorry, I��m not a shareholder of eBay, but institutions like Phoenix Company, Guo Family Trust, and Thunder Fund.�� Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Isn''t there any chance?"


    Meg Whitman, who has a strong character, is not reconciled. In his view, PayPal''s business relationship with eBay is too high. Almost four out of every ten eBay transactions now go through PayPal. If the two sides merge, it will play a decisive role in the development of eBay.


    "Unless I agree to my initial conditions, no, can, can!"


    Meg Whitman''s face changed, and after opening her mouth, she finally said nothing.


    "I''m disturbing Mr. Guo!"


    "You''re welcome. Whether it''s a business or a private matter, I welcome Ms. Whitman''s visit here at any time." Guo Shouyun waved after the words were finished. Next to him, George Fields stepped forward quickly, took out a golden card from his pocket and put it in Guo Shouyun''s hand.


    After taking a brief glance, "Ms. Whitman, this is the gold card of my Hanshan Courtyard. When you are free, you are welcome to come and play here!"


    This time Meg Whitman didn''t say no.


    Now, with the success of Guo Shouyun''s career and the expansion of his personal network. The name of the private club under his name, Hanshan Bieyuan, has gradually become known to the upper class. Because the members here are either rich or expensive, and Guo Shouyun''s amazing financial talent, countless people are eager to be guests here. Meg Whitman is no exception.


    "Thank you!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, waved his hand, and asked George to take them out.


    After Meg Whitman and his party left, Guo Shouyun didn''t stay at Hanshan Courtyard any longer. He took a year off, and now it''s time to pick up work again.


    The Hills Tower in Mountain View, a six-story, modern office building with floor-to-ceiling windows, and the surrounding 27 acres of land have all been bought by LinkedIn. In addition, this is not just the headquarters of LinkedIn, the office of PayPal has also moved here. Together, the two companies occupy nearly two-thirds of the office space in the Sears Tower. The remaining vacant part has not been rented out, because it will be used soon.


    "boss!"


    "Boss!"


    Although Guo Shouyun has not been here for nearly a year, the old employees of LinkedIn and PayPal have not forgotten the founder and soul of this company.


    After nodding in greeting, Guo Shouyun kept walking and walked straight inside.


    "Is he the big boss? So handsome!"


    "Of course. I heard that the big boss was the school grass when he was at Stanford. However, why are his temples white?"


    "I don''t know, but I think the boss''s white hair not only didn''t reduce his points, but made him look more mature!"


    "Agree!...I wonder if the big boss has a girlfriend!"


    "Look at the "Men''s Wear" America''s top ten "Diamond King Five" list without the BOSS''s name to know that he must have!"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t know that he had become the topic of conversation among the beauties at the front desk. After simply walking around the offices of LinkedIn and PayPal, he walked into the company''s conference room.


    "Boss, you are here!"


    Peter Thiel and Tim George, who got the news, walked in one after the other.


    After saying hello, Guo Shouyun said quickly: "Call the senior management above the company department manager immediately, I want to have a meeting!"


    The two looked at each other with a hint of surprise on their faces. But in the face of the big boss''s request, they didn''t dare to neglect, they hurriedly walked out after answering.


    Not long after, more than 30 high-level executives from PayPal and LinkedIn came in one after another. Seeing the big boss sitting on the main seat and not seeing him for a year, everyone dared not neglect. After subconsciously speeding up the pace, they did each according to their positions.


    "Have they all arrived?"


    "Except for 7 business trips, the rest of the high-level headquarters are here!" Tim George said.


    "What about PayPal?"


    "Two are on business trips, and the rest are here!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, his eyes filled with seriousness in the dullness quickly swept across the crowd, "The reason why I gathered everyone today is because there is a major event to discuss about the future of the company. Of course, before that, I want to Listen to how your various departments have developed so far! �� Peter, you PayPal start first!"


    The latter nodded, opened the laptop on the table, and after connecting the projector, a PPT file appeared on the white curtain behind.


    "Boss, this is our company data at the end of October, which is already the latest and most comprehensive!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Let''s start!"


    "Yes!...As of the end of October 2002, PayPal had a total of 58,472,900 registered users. There were 13,000 cooperative business users, and the average monthly turnover was US$1.527 billion. The cumulative turnover in the first three quarters of 2002 was US$15.381 billion. The cumulative pre-tax revenue was 4.72 $308 million in net profit!��


    "In terms of Internet finance business, we have signed agency sales agreements with 37 financial companies including Phoenix and Merrill Lynch. There are currently 201 funds sold on the PayPal platform, including money funds, bond funds, and stock funds. , mixed funds, index funds, QDII, etc. Through deposit management and agency fees, in the first three quarters of 2002, we achieved pre-tax revenue of US$232 million in Internet finance business and net profit $163 million!"


    "In terms of expenditure, it is mainly about venues, personnel training, hardware, logistics, etc. for international business. In the first three quarters of 2002, the cumulative expenditure was 284 million US dollars. At present, the company''s accumulated book surplus is 217 million US dollars. According to the boss''s instructions, 30% of the surplus is purchased. Phoenix Monetary Fund B, 30% subscribed for spot gold, and the remaining 30% purchased 12 properties in New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, and handed them over to Phoenix Trust for management, and the remaining 10% was kept on the book as working capital.  �� I��m done! "


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I don''t have much to say about PayPal''s business for the time being. You have done a good job, you can continue to follow the current steps in the future. As for asset management, gold and property, without my signature, Don''t sell it."


    "Yes!"


    Originally, he also considered whether to let PayPal start the insurance agency business, but after thinking about it, let it go. Now PayPal has just laid a foundation in Internet finance, and it will not be too late to wait for them to stabilize.


    "Tim, it''s your turn!"


    Tim George nodded, and unlike Peter Thiel, he prepared documents. And he gave Guo Shouyun a copy, which was obviously prepared by him in advance.


    ��At present, LinkedIn has five major businesses including professional social networking and intermediary, LinkedIn forum, LinkedIn news, LinkedIn wealth network, and LinkedIn instant messaging. As of now, LinkedIn has a total of 86.7253 million users worldwide. 5.37 hours online. We are the largest internet company in professional networking and mediation. In online news, we are second only to Yahoo News with 137 million daily page views. In forums, we are the largest online Q&A community , has included 730,000 catalogs and 398 million valid information. In the field of Internet financial information, we are the largest company, creating 1,547 page views every day. Our instant messaging business surpasses ICQ and is second only to Microsoft''s MSN ."


    "The growth of all of these businesses generated $837 million in operating income for us in the first three quarters of 2002. However, because the company has been expanding, we currently have no retained earnings on the books, but $120 million in revenue. debt."


    Guo Shouyun is not surprised by LinkedIn''s debt. After all, LinkedIn''s business is far more complex than PayPal''s, and it has to invest much more in the early expansion than the latter.


    Guo Shouyun flipped through the documents in his hand, and after a while, "Mike?"


    "BOSS!"


    LinkedIn instant messaging director Mike Donner responded quickly.


    "What''s our market share in instant messaging?"


    "We occupy 28% of the US market and 12% of the international market!"


    "What about Microsoft''s MSN?"


    "47.8% in the US market, 29% in the international market!"


    "So Microsoft''s MSN market is twice our size?"


    "Yes!"


    Facing the boss''s calm eyes, MacDonald said daringly. I don''t know why, but seeing this new boss a year later, the oppression of the superior person on the other side is several times stronger than before. Just a look made him subconsciously tense.


    "Can LinkedIn''s instant messaging be voice-transferred?" Guo Shouyun continued to ask after pondering for a while.


    "cannot?"


    "Where''s the photo?"


    "No way! Boss, the current optical fiber speed is too slow. It can''t meet the fast transmission of photos for the time being." Mike Donner explained quickly.


    Guo Shouyun naturally knows what the current internet speed is like. When opening any website on the Internet, the most text is the text, and there are very few pictures added. It is not that the designer cannot design a better layout, but that if too many pictures are loaded, it will slow down the opening speed of the webpage and affect the user experience.


    "If you add voice transmission, it shouldn''t be too slow at the current speed, right?"


    "Yes!"


    "That''s good. When you go back, contact an engineer to add a voice button for LinkedIn Messenger. Also, design a mobile version of LinkedIn Messenger."


    Guo Shouyun is very aware of the "catfish effect" of the Internet. If he can''t get the first place in the field of instant messaging, then LinkedIn''s instant messaging will become a catfish like Alibaba''s Want Want, and it will never be able to turn over under the pressure of Tencent.


    Fortunately, Microsoft''s MSN is not yet doomed, and LinkedIn still has the opportunity to fight back. The development of voice business is one of the means.


    "There is an IP web instant messaging company in Silicon Valley called Skype, find it and buy it!"


    This surpassed MSN, the largest instant messaging company in the United States, Guo Shouyun still remembers. He wants to get ahead of eBay and take this future fat.


    "clear!"


    Tim George and MacDonald nodded at the same time.


    "If the funds are not enough issue an ABS bond!" Guo Shouyun said.


    With the current popularity of LinkedIn in Silicon Valley, there are too many companies that want equity. Bonds are naturally the same.


    "Boss, is Mr. Sachs here?"


    Just when Guo Shouyun was about to continue to say something, the bodyguard standing on the side came over and leaned over softly.


    "Let him in!"


    "Yes!"


    Not long after, David Sachs in a black suit pushed the door and walked in.


    For the folks at PayPal, David Sachs, who walked out of here, is no stranger to them.


    "boss!"


    "Go to the side and do it first, and I''ll talk to you later."


    "Yes!"

 Chapter 307： Restructuring Ruby Corporation

    High-speed text first


    Mobile phone synchronous reading


    Chapter 307 Reorganization of Ruby Corporation


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    "LinkedIn Forum is a question and answer site, and the accuracy and priority of answers are very important. Bookmark this site�����ܢۢ�᩿ Therefore, in addition to further optimizing the layout and strengthening humanization, we must continue to reform our weight screening procedures. Answer reply The measurement between different weights such as ratio, word count, and accuracy is also the focus of the next step of website optimization!"


    ��In terms of LinkedIn News, we must continue to expand our offline reporters, cameras, editors, editors, and set up more international sites. What I ask of you is not just a media website that reprints reports from other news media. And It is a news media with comprehensive ability and the ability to independently dig out major news. This is the direction of your next efforts.����


    Guo Shouyun made detailed inquiries to each department, and gave his own requirements and the direction of the other party''s next efforts.


    After more than a dozen departments of LinkedIn and PayPal have finished processing, nearly three hours have passed. It was noon now. Because there was still a meeting, everyone, including Guo Shouyun, had lunch in the staff cafeteria, and then started the afternoon meeting.


    "This is David Sachs, the CEO of Ruby Company, and the old employees of PayPal know him, so I won''t introduce him more. In the future, when we work together, you will have a lot of time to get to know each other."


    After briefly saying a few words, Guo Shouyun waved his hand and motioned for the other party to sit back.


    "The next thing I want to talk about is the reorganization of the future organizational structure of the three companies." After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s expression became solemn, "Starting today, LinkedIn, PayPal and Ruby will be merged, and the head office will be Ruby. Let''s set up four companies: LinkedIn, PayPal, Facebook, and YouTube!"


    "boss��?"


    After waving his hand to interrupt Tim and others, Guo Shouyun continued: "Listen to me first, I have already written the plans for the Facebook and YouTube subsidiaries. The personnel have also made corresponding arrangements!"


    When the words fell, he opened his briefcase and took out two documents, one of which was handed over to David Sachs.


    Facebook is Guo Shouyun''s compensation for David Sachs'' three-year hard work after selling the original Ruby telecom business and integrating the mobile chip business into Apple.


    "David, you will be the CEO of Facebook from now on."


    The latter took over the plan, but there was some hesitation in his expression.


    "Is there any problem?" Guo Shouyun frowned slightly.


    "nothing!"


    David Sachs shook his head quickly, but looking at his appearance, it was obvious that there was something unspeakable in his heart. But now is not the time to ask, Guo Shouyun temporarily put this question aside.


    "As for YouTube!"


    Holding the planning case, Guo Shouyun glanced over the many eager faces, and noticed the ordinary-looking young man with black-rimmed glasses sitting in the middle of the crowd.


    "Chen Shijun, you are the CEO of YouTube!"


    "I?"


    Chen Shijun pointed to his nose, his expression full of surprise. Although he is a veteran of PayPal, he is not outstanding among PayPal''s elite staff. Now that I can get the position of CEO of the new company, it is really unexpected. Of course, he also vaguely guessed that he can get this position, most of which are related to himself and the big BOSS belong to Chinese.


    "Yes, it''s you! ... Come and take this plan down!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    He chose Chen Shijun to be the CEO of YouTube. In addition to seeing that everyone is of Chinese descent, the most important thing is that the other person was the founder of YouTube in his previous life. Whether it is management talent, technical ability, or understanding of the Internet can meet his requirements.


    When Chen Shijun took back the plan in the eyes of everyone envious and even jealous, Guo Shouyun continued: "Take these two plans back and look at them. I require the websites of the two companies to be launched in a month. Therefore, In this month, you have to set up the frame of two companies. In addition, I will always pay attention to your progress, and if your abilities cannot meet my requirements, I will let more suitable candidates replace you."


    "Yes!"


    The two nodded hastily. However, compared to Chen Shijun''s excitement and determination, David Sachs is much calmer.


    "Next, I''ll announce the leadership of Ruby Corporation."


    The expressions of Peter Thiel and Tim George instantly became tense. Because the position of CEO of the company is most likely to be born between the two of them.


    Guo Shouyun has experienced the workplace and naturally understands their feelings, but the choice is sometimes full of cruelty.


    "Tim George, CEO and director of the company. Peter Thiel, director and CEO of PayPal." After speaking, Guo Shouyun took a quick look at the expressions of the two and continued, "John Belden, promoted to CEO of LinkedIn , concurrently serving as a director of Ruby Company. Dunco Verne, serving as the chief financial officer of the head office and a director of the company. Kelly Dorothy, serving as the chief human resources officer of the head office and a director of the company..."


    Although it is impossible to be absolutely fair, Guo Shouyun has taken into account the balance of power between PayPal and LinkedIn.


    "The above is the appointment of the management personnel of the new company. If you feel that this appointment does not reflect your ability, then you will show your ability and let me see it! Also, if you are dissatisfied with the new appointment, you can contact me in person. Explanation. But if you delay work because of this dissatisfaction, I will not be merciful! . . . Ruby, office politics is not allowed!"


    Guo Shouyun said decisively and let everyone digest it, "Kelly, you are the human resources director of the head office. So your main task next is to cooperate with Chen Shijun and David to build Facebook and YouTube as soon as possible. stand up."


    "Yes!"


    After the other party nodded, "Okay, that''s all I have to say, who do you have any questions?"


    "Boss, where will the operating funds for the new company come from?"


    Tim George opened his mouth.


    Funds are related to the company''s shares and his future interests, so it must be dealt with clearly from the beginning. Most companies fail because of problems with the financial and distribution system in the first place.


    "I invest privately. Of course, as the founder members of the company, you will get shares after the company goes public."


    After working hard in the shopping mall for three years, Guo Shouyun''s attitude towards equity is not the same as at the beginning. He believes that the more the better. Now, as long as he can guarantee his absolute control over the company, he doesn''t mind using equity to retain the company''s elite.


    "Boss, do you have any requirements for the scale of ABS bonds issued by LinkedIn?"


    asked Dunco Verne, CFO of the head office


    "No, the amount of bonds to be issued is determined according to the actual situation of LinkedIn. After the results are obtained, submit a report to me. In addition, 40% of the profits of each subsidiary will be handed over to the head office for unified use by the head office. ...who has questions?"


    No one spoke again this time. The amount of information released by Guo Shouyun is a bit large, they need to go back slowly, think about it, and then express their interests.


    "Then the meeting is over, David, come with me!"


    David Sachs nodded and followed Guo Shouyun out of the conference room.


    "sit!"


    "thank you boss!"


    "How''s it going with Alcatel?"


    "It''s been negotiated. Lucent agreed to buy our CDMA R&D department and patents for $218 million."


    "Not bad!" Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction. The price of 218 million is already a high price relative to Ruby''s CDMA division.


    "boss��!"


    "Just say anything."


    After David Sachs nodded, "I''m afraid I can''t be the CEO of Facebook."


    "Why?" Guo Shouyun had already vaguely guessed the reason.


    "I don''t think I''m capable enough of what you''re asking of a Facebook CEO!"


    "So you have to resign!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s deep eyes, David Sachs felt an invisible pressure. But after hesitating for a moment, he had already made up his mind, and then nodded.


    "Yes!"


    "What position did Lucent give you?" Guo Shouyun suddenly asked after a moment of silence.


    "You... how did you know?"


    "You have had the most frequent contact with Lucent during this time. The only one who can make you give up the CEO position of Ruby Company''s subsidiary is Lucent." After a pause, "Don''t worry, I''m just asking. Regarding your resignation, I will There will be no obstacles. But as a senior executive of the company, you signed a non-compete agreement.��


    "I understand. Lucent wants me to be their president of Asia, nothing to do with the Internet!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. He believed that the reason for David Sachs to resign must not be as simple as the president of Asia. However, since the other party has decided to leave, he doesn''t want to make useless redemptions.


    "I will approve your resignation report as soon as possible. I hope you can succeed in your new position!"


    "Thank you. If you''re okay, I''ll leave first!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. David Sachs walked out of the office after putting Facebook''s plan on the table.


    Looking at his back, Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart. David Sachs has served as CEO of Ruby for two years with excellent performance. Therefore, after he decided to sell the company''s original business and reorganized the organizational structure of Ruby Company, he handed over the Facebook that he valued most to the other party to lead. However, Guo Shouyun thought he was entrusted with an important task, but was easily rejected by the other party.


    "I hope you won''t regret it in the future!"


    Picking up the Facebook planning case on the table, Guo Shouyun''s eyebrows showed a thought. No one knows Facebook''s future value better than him. Therefore, the creators who choose it naturally have to be cautious. Of course, it''s not that he didn''t think about Zuckerberg, but this time Xiao Zha is still in high school in Baiyuan City. Make a high school student the CEO of Facebook? He didn''t want to be ridiculed by all Americans.


    Moreover, when a high school student is the CEO of a company, what will the elites of LinkedIn and PayPal think? Nor would he make an appointment that seriously endangered the company''s internal balance.


    Fortunately, in the past three years, LinkedIn''s talent pool has enough good managers for him to choose.


    "Looks like I''ll be watching Facebook more in the future."


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 Chapter 308： Else Talent

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    Chapter Three Hundred and Eighth Chapter Elected Talents


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    David Sachs'' resignation caused a stir in the fledgling Ruby Company. �����ܢۢ�᩿ but it quickly recovered, because everyone is very busy with new positions now. Moreover, without Sachs, for others, a seat at the top of the company is vacated. However, Guo Shouyun did not announce the new appointment as expected.


    "How about it?"


    "Are you asking about coffee or jobs?"


    "Ask both, but I care more about the latter!" Guo Shouyun laughed after putting down the coffee cup.


    The slightly fat middle-aged man in a black suit and white shirt sitting across from him smiled, "The top Jamaican Blue Mountain tastes good. As for the Facebook CEO position... Can I ask a few questions?"


    "certainly!"


    "Where do you position this company? What if it were more clear what kind of internet services do you think Facebook can provide?"


    "A platform to show yourself!"


    "Can you be more specific?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "For today''s young people, and even most people, everyone has a dream of becoming a star. In addition to money, the root of this dream is a very important factor, that is, people will subconsciously Want to attract the attention of others, or praise. So how do you make others praise you and recognize yourself?"


    ����an enviable trip; expensive luxury; a luxury car; or a cool idea, etc. In reality, we can tell friends and peers about these interesting things and get their attention And praise. But the Six Degrees of Separation Theory tells us that there is a limit to the amount of praise and attention you can get. But the Internet is different, it is unlimited. On the Internet, doing a cool thing can easily get a number of Hundreds of thousands, even tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of attention. No one can refuse such a thing. But the reality is that there is no such a platform on the Internet that can provide ordinary people to show themselves. The role of Facebook is to provide everyone with this a platform."


    "It''s really a great idea. But how does it make money? Online advertising?"


    "Online advertising is only a part. With enough registered users, there will be more channels for traffic to be monetized. For example, games, music, shopping, etc.! Whether we do it ourselves or cooperate with other websites, we can make profits. Or divided." Guo Shouyun said.


    After the other party nodded, "then where do you think Facebook will be in the future?"


    "Unpredictable. But I firmly believe its future will be no worse than Amazon, AOL, and Yahoo!"


    "Why no Google and LinkedIn?"


    "Comparing with my own company, doesn''t it seem that I am too unconfident!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    The other party also smiled in agreement, "The last time you invited me to be the CEO of Ruby Company, you said something similar. But now you have sold all of Ruby Company''s business."


    "Every moment, people''s thoughts are constantly changing. When I first established Ruby, I saw the brilliant future of the telecom market and mobile chips, so I did not hesitate to press Bao. But the acquisition of Apple, the acquisition of Pacific After the gas company acquired Enron and got involved in more and more industries, I began to understand. There are too many profitable industries in this world, but people''s energy is very limited. Therefore, if you want to achieve brilliant success, you must learn to give up and focus."


    "So, you sold Thornbird Publishing to Amazon. You sold your mobile chip business to Apple, and you sold your telecommunications business to Lucent?"


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun nodded. "People who succeeded in starting a business are used to doing additions constantly. When they experience some failures and become calm, they must do some subtractions wisely!"


    "As far as I know, you have never failed!"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the white hair on his temples, and said indifferently: "Failure is not only about career, but also family."


    The other party obviously understood his past experience, "Sorry!"


    "No. One year is enough time for me to come out!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled, "Let''s talk about business. How about my invitation just now? Do you agree?"


    "If I promise, what will I get?"


    "$1 million annual salary, and 3% of the shares!"


    "A stake in Ruby, or Facebook?"


    "Facebook!"


    "I promise!"


    "Don''t think about it anymore?"


    "No, I''m afraid that if I refuse now, I will miss the opportunity again!"


    Guo Shouyun stood up and stretched out his right hand towards him.


    "Eric, I believe that in five years, you will be very grateful for today''s decision!"


    "Looking forward to that day coming soon!"


    Eric Schmidt also laughed.


    Whether it is the experience of later generations or the attention of the past two years, Eric Schmidt is the kind of talent in business management, especially Internet companies. Guo Shouyun was relieved to hand over Facebook to him.


    After winning Eric Schmidt, Guo Shouyun''s transfer and appointment of Ruby''s top management basically ended. Later, as the chairman, he only needs to remind him when the other party deviates from the track set by him. It doesn''t take much effort.


    After sending Eric away, Guo Shouyun left the Hanshan Courtyard and went home. Now, as long as there''s no entertainment outside and someone else is in San Francisco. Then he basically seldom wastes time outside, because nothing can attract his attention more than the two cuties at home.


    However, after returning home today, I was quickly attracted by the laughter and noise from the villa hall.


    "Anyone at home?"


    Old Ward nodded and took his clothes, "The Lincolns, Miss Catherine, and Mr. Matta and Miss Julia are here!"


    "Oh? Did it come so neatly?"


    "Bruce, are you back?" Catherine was the first to see Guo Shouyun who entered the door.


    Soon, the two little guys who were originally held by Blair and Mary in their arms struggled down. With a happy smile on her delicate little face, like two fat ducks, staggeringly walked towards Guo Shouyun.


    "Baba, hug!"


    At this moment, Guo Shouyun felt that his whole body had melted. He hurried forward, hugged the two cuties in his arms one on the left and one on the right, and then kissed each other''s little cheeks twice. An unstoppable smile appeared on his face.


    At the same time, this warm side also made everyone around him smile happily.


    "These two little guys are kissing their father, and when you come, leave us alone!" Blair laughed.


    "Isn''t it the same for me?" Mary Lincoln rolled her eyes at her husband and smiled.


    "Uncle Blair, Aunt Mary, why are you here?" Guo Shouyun turned his head and asked, letting the two babies put their arms around his neck.


    "We came back after meeting Gordon in Hawaii," Blair said.


    "Mainly because we also miss these two cute little tricks!"


    Mary looked at the cute little diaper in Guo Shouyun''s arms tenderly.


    "Hey, Bruce, why don''t you ask us!" Catherine said dissatisfied.


    "You come every once in a while, and I''m still asking you why! By the way, Mata, Julia, congratulations."


    "thanks."


    Compared to his fianc��e''s restraint, Matta Lincoln was much more relaxed.


    "When I get married, you must be my best man!"


    "OK, no problem! But has your wedding date been set?"


    "Not yet, Julia and I are a little busy these days!"


    "Julia is a lawyer, so it''s understandable to be busy. However, what are you busy with? Isn''t there enough staff for you by the Guo''s Charity Foundation?" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "He''s running for California Senator is now giving speeches, of course he is very busy. Really, what''s so good about politics so dirty!" Katherine said.


    "It''s different, and I don''t like the business world yet!"


    "Okay, don''t look for it. I really don''t understand your brothers and sisters. As soon as you meet, you end up arguing." Mary, the mother, said dissatisfied.


    After extinguishing the arrogance of Catherine and Mata, her attention quickly turned to the two little guys.


    "Baby, can you go out with grandma? Grandma will take you to see the big butterfly!"


    After the two little guys hesitated for a while, they quickly stretched out their little lotus arms under the encouragement of their father. Soon, Blair and Mary, each holding one, happily walked into the back garden.


    With bodyguards and servants following, Guo Shouyun was not worried. After the two left, he told Old Ward to prepare dinner, and then greeted Catherine and sat down together.


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 Chapter 309： The Burger King Controversy

    Chapter 309 The debate over the acquisition of Burger King


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    "Why do you have time to come to me today?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "I have something to discuss with you, I don''t know the two of them!"


    After that, Catherine and Guo Shouyun turned their attention to Mata and Julia.


    "I''ll see Elizabeth and George!"


    Julia was quick to show her purpose.


    Mata met the gazes of the two, more precisely met Guo Shouyun''s gaze, "Bruce, I''m here to resign to you. I''m not up to the job of the executor of the Guo''s Charity Foundation."


    "Has your campaign for senator come to an end?"


    Guo Shouyun was not surprised by Matta Lincoln''s resignation. Growing up, he knew very well that his playmate was targeting politics.


    "Not yet, but Speaker John has already talked to me, so it shouldn''t be a big problem!" Mata said happily.


    "That''s really congratulations to you!"


    "Haha, actually, I would like to thank you for going so smoothly. If I didn''t have the contacts accumulated on the platform of the Guo Shi Charitable Foundation, I wouldn''t have been able to get the senator seat so easily."


    So far, Guo Shouyun has donated more than 5 billion US dollars in equity and cash to the "Guo''s Charity Foundation". Even if only 5% can be donated to charity every year, it is an astonishing scale. With so much money paving the way, if Matta Lincoln can''t win another state senator, his political career is over.


    "By the way, do you have a choice for the executor of the foundation next?" Matta continued.


    "No. Do you have the right person to recommend to me?"


    "What do you think of Julia? She is a lawyer, and she also worked on the school''s charitable foundation council when she was in college, so she has some experience!"


    "Julia?"


    Guo Shouyun looked at the woman sitting quietly beside Mata with a bit of surprise, with wisdom in her eyes.


    Having known each other for so long, he doesn''t know much about Julia. In addition to excellent knowledge and rich experience in the legal industry, the other party also has an extremely superior family background. My father and grandfather are both high-ranking figures in the American legal profession. It is indeed more appropriate for her to be the executor of the Guo''s Charity Fund.


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun nodded. Anyway, as the executor of the ''Guo Family Charity Fund'', the other party only has the right to use the 5% of the funds. As for the financial and 95% of the funds, the right to use the funds is in the hands of the ''Guo Family Trust'', which is Guo Shouyun. Therefore, he is not afraid that the other party is beyond his control.


    "Of course Julia is fine. But what do you think? Are you planning to let her go into politics like you?"


    "It''s not. It''s mainly because we''re getting married soon, and monthly travel is involved. Besides, she also likes children very much. So, she plans to change to a more relaxed job. It happens to be the executor of the ''Guo''s Charity Fund''. The salary is high, the treatment is good, and it''s easy, just as I plan to leave. In your words, ''fat water doesn''t flow to outsiders'' fields''!" Mata shrugged and smiled.


    "So that''s the case! You guys have a good plan!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Bruce, thank you!" Julia said sincerely.


    "No. Like what this guy said. Fertility doesn''t flow to outsiders, and you are indeed a good fit for this position. However, Julia, although managing Guo''s Charity Fund is easy, sometimes it is not easy, especially when dealing with Those guys who come to ask for the account!"


    Julia naturally understood who Guo Shouyun was referring to as "the guy who came to ask for the bill". No matter domestic or foreign, everyone likes money that can be obtained without any cost. Therefore, in the past two years, Guo Shouyun has received countless cases of churches, foundations, and hospitals coming to the door in various names to ''beg for alms''.


    "It''s okay. I like dealing with people like that the most."


    "Julia is a lawyer!" Catherine reminded.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and turned to ask: "What about you, why don''t you stay with your Liu Zhixing and run to me?"


    "Didn''t you say it just now? It''s the company''s business!"


    After giving him a blank look, Catherine took out a document from the briefcase next to it and handed it over.


    After taking a brief look, Guo Shouyun raised his brows, "Burger King? Are you planning to acquire it?"


    After nodding affirmatively, "Because of poor management, Burger King is now seeking to sell. At present, the most intentional one is PE Capital Group, led by Texas Pacific Group and Pioneer Capital. However, I think Burger King is more suitable for us!"


    "Just because we are also in the fast food business? ... Catherine, you know that Guo''s Baccarat''s fast food is only incidental, and it is different from a fast food group like Burger King, which has tens of thousands of branches around the world." Guo Shouyun said seriously.


    "I know. However, there is still profit to be tapped in the fast food industry. Burger King is the world''s top three fast food brands, and its popularity and recognition are second only to KFC and McDonald''s in the fast food industry. In addition, if you buy Burger King, you will be able to put Baile. The combination of our food production center and Burger King will further save labor costs and improve the revenue ratio. At the same time, we can also use our channels to make Burger King out of the loss situation, killing two birds with one stone!��


    Catherine also stood by her opinion.


    "How much money does it take to buy Burger King?"


    "Around $1.5 billion!"


    "$1.5 billion, Katherine, with that $1.5 billion, Baccarat can double in size!"


    "I know, but we should also see the improvement of the overall operating structure of the group with the acquisition of Burger King."


    "Catherine. At present, retail and agriculture are where we should really focus our efforts. Slaughtering, logistics and catering are all supplements. Moreover, now Guo''s retail and agriculture account for less than 10% of the same industry, and it is far from the dominant position. The U.S. market is far behind, let alone the world market. At a time when the foundation should be laid, distracting the catering industry is not in line with our current development strategy, let alone the future of the company, and we do not have such strength."


    "Business development needs to be based on the long-term, which is what you once told me. The acquisition of Burger King is not only a supplement to Guo''s food service. More importantly, it can get Burger King''s international experience and her experienced staff. These staff can make up for Baccarat''s lack of veteran staff with customer experience during its rapid expansion."


    Looking at the two people who were blushing, Julia, who was sitting on the side, showed a hint of shock and anxiety on her face.


    "Aren''t you persuading? They seem to be fighting!"


    "No. I''ve seen this kind of situation from childhood to adulthood. If you can''t fight, just watch the show with confidence!" After waving his hand, Mata said indifferently.


    Seeing his expression of ''it''s not a big deal to watch the fun'', Julia glared at him a little angrily.


    "Bruce, Catherine, stop arguing. In fact, if you have anything, you can sit down and discuss it slowly!"


    After all, Julia could not violate her principles.


    "It doesn''t matter!" Catherine smiled at her, and the moment she turned her head, her face returned to her previous pungency, "I must buy Burger King!"


    "I have no money for you!" Guo Shouyun said without hesitation.


    "You don''t need to give me money, we can solve the acquisition funds ourselves!"


    "It is not allowed to use the assets of the Guo Group to mortgage loans, let alone issue ABS bonds!" Guo Shouyun said again.


    "I promise not!" Catherine gritted her silver teeth.


    "Huh? This is surprising!" Guo Shouyun was surprised, "Then what are you going to do?"


    "If I say it, you will sign the acquisition contract?"


    "Do not!"


    "That''s it!"


    Looking at Catherine''s expression, Guo Shouyun thought about it a few times, "Aren''t you going to use leveraged buyout?"


    Catherine''s eyes flashed, and although she didn''t nod her head in time, Guo Shouyun knew that she had guessed right.


    "Are you really planning a leveraged buyout?"


    "Can''t you?"


    "Of course not...!" Just as he was about to refuse, Guo Shouyun took it back. After a brief thought, "it''s not impossible if you''re planning a leveraged buyout."


    "Really?" Catherine''s eyes lit up.


    "Of course. But there is a precondition!"


    "What conditions, you say?"


    "It''s very simple. After the acquisition of Burger King, subsequent debts can only be repaid with Burger King''s own revenue. The Guo Group must not be implicated. It is not allowed to use the group''s funds to cover Burger King''s own debts."


    If Catherine can really bring Burger King back to life without compromising the Guo Group''s own development funds, then it will be a good thing for the group. If not, then the acquisition of Burger King will not make Guo lose money. Because the era of skyrocketing real estate in the United States is coming soon. Land appreciation alone is enough to make up for Burger King''s capital shortfall.


    "I can agree, but as the first capital to leverage leverage, the group must invest no less than $500 million!"


    "No, at most 200 million. Otherwise, it will slow down the development of the group!"


    "It''s too few, if not 500 million, there should be 450 million!"


    After the two haggled for a while, they reached an agreement on the investment of 280 million US dollars This matter finally came to an end here.


    "It''s so boring, I thought you would refuse!" Mata glanced at Guo Shouyun and pouted.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said nothing more. In fact, at the beginning, he really planned to refuse. Because now he is thinking more about reducing the business scope of the companies he is involved in and concentrating on developing several industries. Wait until these industries become bigger before considering expansion.


    But after arguing with Catherine, he discovered that she was not wrong to buy Burger King in the first place. If it can win this global catering company, it will be very beneficial to the development of Guo. If nothing else, the improvement of Guo''s brand alone is exciting. Moreover, Burger King''s operational experience, as well as experienced staff, are beneficial to Kuok''s development. Now, the Guo family does not lack funds, but there is a shortage of experienced service personnel, especially middle-level managers such as store managers.


    In addition, in terms of his understanding of Guo''s and Guo''s development strategy, he is definitely not as good as Catherine, who is Guo''s CEO, who is far away from Guo''s operations. Whether it''s out of respect for her or Catherine''s successful experience in taking charge of Guo''s over the years, as long as it''s not the kind of project that will inevitably lose money in his opinion, he is willing to support the other party''s decision.


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 Chapter 310： Plan B

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    "What do you mean, you are disappointed to see that my proposal was not rejected?"


    Looking at Catherine with an angry face so close, Mata shuddered. The gradually forgotten shadow of childhood reappeared in my mind.


    "Hehe, how could it be. I just said it. Really! ... By the way, it''s noon, I''ll go see if lunch is ready!"


    When the words fell, Mata jumped up like his **** was on fire, and disappeared in the corner of the corridor.


    Looking at his back, Julia asked curiously, "Catherine, has Mata always been so afraid of you?"


    "Give him the guts again, and he won''t dare to flirt in front of me!"


    Catherine folded her hands on her chest, her chin slightly raised, her pretty face full of pride. I feel that all my self-confidence has been found in my brother.


    Seeing her appearance, Guo Shouyun smiled bitterly. In my last life, I said on Douyin that I want to beat my younger brother as early as possible. Not only did Catherine teach them a lesson early, but even in college, several boys were trembling under her clutches. It almost became a shadow in my heart. That is, Bruce Guo, because of his excellent performance, he can still struggle a few times under Catherine''s hands.


    "Well, if I wasn''t her boss, I''d probably be running like Mata right now."


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help thinking of Liu Zhixing. Since he knew Catherine until now, it seems that he is the only one who can convince this violent man.


    "Catherine, how are you getting along with Liu Zhixing?"


    A trace of annoyance flashed across Catherine''s face, Guo Shouyun waved his hand and stood up directly.


    "I''ll go back and see Elizabeth and George!"


    Looking at her back as she walked away quickly, Guo Shouyun said in his heart, "It seems that the relationship is not going well!"


    However, he just asked. Even he himself is hesitant now, how can he have time to care about others.


    "Bruce, thank you very much for letting me serve in the Guo Charity Foundation!" Julia said.


    "You''re welcome. Your profession as a lawyer is really suitable for this position. Besides, Mata is my brother, I trust him, so I trust you too." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Anyway, thank you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and stood up, "Let''s go, it''s lunch time!"


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    After lunch, everyone sat and chatted for a while in the afternoon, remembering that Catherine, who bought Burger King, was the first to leave. Immediately afterwards, Mata and Julia, who were more willing to enjoy the two-person world, also left together.


    However, Blair and Mary, who liked the two little guys, stayed.


    After having dinner and playing with the two little guys for a while, they were handed over to the Lincolns and Wendy to take care of them. Guo Shouyun took care of official duties in the study. At ten o''clock in the evening, he went to the bedroom next to him and stayed with Molly for half an hour before coming to Wendy''s room.


    "Are you all asleep?"


    "After playing for a day, I fell asleep as soon as I went to bed!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looking at the two little guys who were lying in the crib beside them, who had fallen into a deep sleep, with deep love in his eyes.


    After paying attention for a while, Guo Shouyun turned around and looked at the woman next to him with the same kindness in his eyes.


    "Wendy, thank you!"


    Feeling the complex emotions in the words of the man standing in front of her at this time, Wendy shook her head slightly.


    "No, I like them too."


    "I''m not just talking about this!"


    Wendy''s heart trembled, and just when she was about to say something, a knock at the door interrupted everything.


    "Uncle Blair, Aunt Mary!"


    Looking at the old couple who came in through the door, Guo Shouyun and Wendy quickly greeted each other.


    The two nodded, "Let''s see Elizabeth and George!"


    "They are all asleep!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "These two little guys are so cute!"


    "Well, it looks like Bruce when he was a kid!"


    After the old couple whispered a few words around the cot, they were reluctant to turn around and leave.


    "Bruce, come out with me."


    Blair called Guo Shouyun out by the way when he was going out.


    The two came to the living room together, "Bruce, what are your plans in the future?"


    "Intend?"


    Guo Shouyun''s expression was stunned.


    "Of course. Molly doesn''t know when she''ll wake up. Two kids can''t live without a mother!"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun''s expression fell silent.


    "Actually, I think Wendy is very good. She is beautiful and has a good personality. The most important thing is that I can see that she likes her two children very much, and they are also very dependent on her. Besides, she can tolerate Molly''s existence!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    In fact, during the year Molly lay in bed, Guo Shouyun took care of half of her personal hygiene, and Wendy took care of the other half.


    Guo Shouyun also felt that he had nothing to hesitate for a woman to pay for herself to such an extent. But now that he was allowed to marry Wendy, he still couldn''t overcome the hurdle in his heart.


    "Uncle Blair, I see what you mean. However, I want to wait a little longer. If Molly doesn''t wake up in two years...!"


    Guo Shouyun fell silent, and the atmosphere became a little heavy.


    Blair nodded, "I see. You have been a stable child since you were a child, and you have your own opinions on what you do. So, I won''t say much. But you must understand that love has a shelf life, don''t Missing the most beautiful things in this world!"


    "I know!"


    Blair stood up and patted him on the shoulder.


    "It''s very late, go back to rest early!"


    "You also rest early!"


    The latter nodded and turned to go upstairs.


    Seeing his back disappear at the corner of the stairs, Guo Shouyun lost the slightest sleepiness. What kept replaying in my mind were the clips from the past with Wendy and Molly respectively. until the phone rang.


    After looking at the caller ID, Guo Shouyun pressed the answer button.


    "Boss, the negotiation with Vidiwang has come to an end!"


    "Oh? They chose plan b?"


    "Yes!"


    On the phone, Rebecca''s voice was a little stiff. Obviously, the failure to acquire Vidiwang Water made her very uncomfortable.


    Guo Shouyun understood her discomfort. After all, it was him who worked hard for a year, but failed in the end. He would also be unhappy. However, compared to the plan a of the acquisition of Vidiwang Water, he is more looking forward to plan b.


    "Boss, UU Reading has made some changes about plan b!"


    "Modification? About what?"


    "Universal Pictures, they rejected our takeover of Universal Pictures!"


    "Universal Pictures?" This result made Guo Shouyun a little regretful. The Vidiwang financial scandal was one of his chances to touch Hollywood Seven and let Matrix Holdings completely replace it. Now this opportunity is gone.


    "What about Xue Leshan and Blizzard?"


    This is the asset that Guo Shouyun cares about most.


    "Agreed, $2.4 billion!"


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    Chapter 311 Snow Leshan and Blizzard


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    Although Xue Leshan was ruined by Vivendi, it is fortunate that the foundation is still there. As for Blizzard, let alone. Now the Diablo Big Four has not been released, and the complete Blizzard has a series of famous classic games such as "World of Warcraft", "Diablo", "StarCraft" and so on.


    Whether it''s for money or to pay homage to the green years of a previous life, Blizzard is an asset that must not be missed.


    "And, canal+ TV network, Universal Music Group, have they agreed to sell it?"


    The canal+ TV network is a pay TV network under Vivendi Universal. It has four channels and has been on the air for 16 years. Millions of customers in France, Spain, Netherlands, Scandinavia, Italy and more. Similar to Warner''s hbo. It is an opportunity for Guo Shouyun to enter the radio and film industry.


    As for Universal Music Group, not to mention, one of the four major global hegemons in the music field, overpowering Sony Records, Times Records and Warner Records, accounting for 25.6% of the global record market, and a lot of big-name stars. It is also an indispensable part of the matrix that wants to build the matrix into a comprehensive entertainment group.


    "Yes. $1.5 billion for canal+ and $2.8 billion for Universal Music Group!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, the price was similar to what he expected.


    "And what about our Azuricos?"


    "$3.3 billion!"


    Rebecca''s tone was a little reluctant. In fact, she has never agreed to sell Azulikos in exchange for the entertainment business owned by Vidiwang. Because it is the matrix that benefits from this, not the Anping company where she works. However, the plan a of acquiring Vidiwang Environment failed, and the remaining plan b became the best choice.


    "$3.3 billion is reasonable. That''s it. Sign the contract as soon as possible. After a year of delay, there should be a result!"


    "Yes!"


    "What about the Indian Dabor project, how is it going?"


    "Probably the terms have been signed, and we will jointly build a modern steel plant with Tata Steel in southern Mumbai, Maharashtra. The designed production capacity is 15 million tons, and the construction period is three years. We will invest in steel equipment and occupy 40% of the Shares, Tata Steel shares with funds, occupying the remaining 60%. After the steel plant is completed, the required electricity will be supplied by the Dabor power plant.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    The reason why the Dabor project in India is losing money is that, in addition to Enron''s great success, and hurriedly launching such a huge power project without doing a good job in the early stage, it is the low administrative efficiency of the Maharashtra State Electricity Commission and its stupid way of doing things. . If you say that you are corrupt and bribery, just embezzle and take bribes, and as a result, the whole of India is in a frenzy. As a result, in the end, according to thousands of people, Dabo was messed up.


    However, since there is no way to sell electricity to the Indian people through the Electricity Commission. So if you want Dabor to turn a profit, you must create new demand. Naturally, high energy-consuming industries have become an inevitable choice. Steel is Guo Shouyun''s first choice.


    First, India is rich in iron ore resources. Second, the former Enron had many loss-making steel mills. Instead of closing down these steel mills and selling scrap iron, it would be better to renovate them and bring them back to life in India.


    As for the old equipment environment is not up to standard, sorry, now Indians want to develop more.


    "A steel plant has not been able to exhaust the power capacity of Dabol, so during this period of time, it is necessary to communicate more with industrial and mining enterprises in India to create as much demand as possible."


    "Yes!"


    After pondering for a while, Guo Shouyun said, "Get ready, I will go to France in a few days."


    "Are you coming?"


    "Yes, the contract with Vivendi always needs to be signed by me. After France, you fly to India with me."


    Dabor''s project is so big, if he doesn''t see it with his own eyes and make a field trip, he won''t be at ease anyway.


    "Do you need me to make arrangements?"


    "No! I haven''t determined the exact time yet, and I''ll let you know when the time comes."


    "OK!"


    After a brief chat between the two, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    Quiet and thoughtful, after living in Guo''s Manor for a year, he also wanted to see the world in person. France and India are just passing by, and what he really intends to go to is the hometown he haunts.


    "When is the spring flower and autumn moon? How much do you know about the past. The small building was windy last night, and the motherland couldn''t bear to look back at the bright moon.


    The carved railings and jade masonry should still be there, but Zhu Yan has changed them. How much worry can you have? Just like a river of spring water flowing eastward. ...Is she still the hometown I am familiar with? "


    Looking at the bright moon outside the window, Guo Shouyun fell into infinite contemplation for a while.


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    The next day, Guo Shouyun brought Eric Schmidt to the Ruby headquarters and announced his appointment in front of everyone.


    From this moment on, his reorganization of Ruby is complete. With the talent of these people, they can make the enterprise develop rapidly along the path set by him as long as he leads the way.


    After stabilizing Ruby, Guo Shouyun went to Google.


    For Google, he has been able to look at it rationally. Because, for him now, money is no longer a necessity of life, but a tool to achieve ideals.


    "Looks like we''ll be on the market soon!"


    Guo Shouyun laughed after putting down Google''s third-quarter development report in his hand.


    "There is no hurry to go public. The U.S. stock market has just come out of the bottom, and the environment is not friendly to Google. Moreover, we should work hard for a few more years to consolidate the foundation and then seek listing is the right choice!" Sergey Brindau .


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him unexpectedly, the other party had always been a proper programmer''s brain in his mind.


    "Sergey, it''s rare for you to come to such a conclusion!"


    "Haha, that''s not what I said, I heard it when Larry was discussing it with Mayer!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and saw Larry Page and Marissa Mayer sitting next to them. Now one of them is the product president and the other is the chief operating officer of Google.


    "Since you have such considerations, then I don''t have to waste my words trying to convince you! It''s really not the time for Google to go public!"


    "Bruce, when do you think it''s appropriate?" Larry Page asked.


    "When Google''s operating income exceeds $5 billion!"


    "Five billion dollars?"


    Unbelievable expressions appeared on the faces of the three. To know that Google''s first three quarters of 2002 only add up to the level of 600 million US dollars, which has made them very satisfied. $5 billion is simply unimaginable.


    "Bruce, your requirements are too high." Marissa Mayer said bluntly.


    "Marissa, don''t be in a hurry to deny things before the outcome is confirmed." After a pause, "In my opinion, the Internet advertising market is a big and growing market. At the beginning, Google had no operating income at all, and all operations were Relying on venture capital, we have achieved US$600 million in just one year. If the fourth quarter ends, it is a high probability that it will exceed US$1 billion. What about next year? What about the year after? The latest Nielsen report shows that the US The mobile advertising market is $120 billion and it��s growing at 5.6% a year. With Google��s power, we��re only going to get a higher and higher percentage of that market. $5 billion isn��t the end.��


    Although Guo Shouyun can''t remember Google''s revenue before his rebirth, the revenue that can support the other party''s stock price of more than 800 billion US dollars is definitely more than 10 billion yuan Bruce, no matter when, you will always be So confident! "


    After the three were silent for a moment, Larry Page said.


    "Larry, when I got my first funding, Google was the first to invest in tens of thousands of companies big and small throughout Silicon Valley, so I''m as optimistic about its future as you are."


    "So what do you think Google''s future looks like? Can it compare to Yahoo?" Mayer asked curiously.


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun smiled, "You''ll know when the time comes."


    Properly being mysterious isn''t a bad thing.


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    Chapter 312 Guo Shouyun''s back garden


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    After briefly chatting with the three about the company''s current situation and expectations for future exhibitions, Guo Shouyun decided to leave.


    "Bruce, this is my gift to Elizabeth and George. I wanted to give it to them in person, but in the afternoon, I have to discuss cooperation with the people from WorldCom, so I can only let you do it for you."


    "I thank you for them!" After taking the fur bear that Larry Page handed over, he glanced at it briefly, "Larry, I''m sorry, I didn''t have enough time to come to the company some time ago..."


    "It''s okay, Bruce, everyone understands you. In addition, your role is more reflected in Google''s long-term strategic planning. The actual management I, Marissa, and even many senior executives in the company are competent, but we don''t have you on the Internet. Long-term vision and clear strategic planning for development and application. Therefore, the specific management of the company is handed over to us, and you, the chairman of the board, are responsible for strategic guidance!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "This is what I should do!" After pondering for a moment, "Larry, I heard Sergey say that you are pursuing Marisa."


    "Yeah! What did Sergey tell you?" It was not used in Chinese culture, so Larry Page generously admitted this.


    "Well!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun organized the language, "We are very good friends, so I can''t say some things, but I can''t help but say them. ... Melissa is not suitable for you!"


    Larry Page frowned, but was interrupted by Guo Shouyun just as he was about to speak.


    "You listen to me first, her character is too strong. She rarely listens to other people''s advice. The two of you are together, it is estimated that later, the family will be a battlefield." Guo Shouyun patted his shoulder, "I I don''t mean against you, but there are some things you have to consider. I''ll go first, call me if you have anything!"


    Larry Page nodded, frowning slightly as he watched Guo Shouyun''s retreating back.


    Back at home, the two little guys have Blair, Mary, Wendy and a group of servants, don''t worry about him. So after taking a look, I went to the study on the second floor to deal with some backlogged documents. Although, now he is only dealing with some major decisions related to the future of the company, and ordinary business management has been handed over to the managers below. But there are many companies, and it still takes a lot of time and energy to accumulate things.


    Processing files for a long time is extremely energy-intensive, so Guo Shouyun''s busy time is limited to four to six hours a day. Of course, there are exceptions in special circumstances. For example: quarterly meetings, mergers and acquisitions involving capital over 100 million yuan, etc.


    After the afternoon work, his favorite thing to do is to take the two little ones on the lawn of the manor and watch them play. But now that Blair and Mary are holding on to them, Guo Shouyun has no choice but to take a back seat for the time being.


    After stretching and changing into loose clothes, Guo Shouyun left the room and came to the greenhouse at the back. Of course, there are still differences from the general greenhouses in China. The cover is not plastic sheeting, but thick tempered glass.


    This greenhouse, which is specially built to meet Guo Shouyun''s pastoral pleasures in autumn and winter, covers an area of ??about one mu. It was divided into two parts by him. One part is planted with tulipwood, Chinese rose, gardenia and other shrubs and flowers, while the other part is planted with common vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumbers, cabbage, and leeks.


    In the place where flowers and trees were planted, Guo Shouyun deliberately put two unique mahogany tables bought from Huaxia. He occasionally drinks tea and reads books here. It is a unique place to relax.


    After entering, he looked at his field. Guo Shouyun put on his gloves and put the straw hat hanging beside his head on his head, walking around the vegetable field twice like an old farmer, beating two racks of tomatoes, and using bamboo poles to rack up the cucumbers that were left unfinished yesterday. . It was only when I walked to the open space that was leveled out next to me that I started laying cement bricks.


    Guo Shouyun planned to build a grape trellis here, and put a stone table by the way. Then get a small rockery and fish pond next to it to experience the life of an ancient hermit.


    In order to increase the fun, he did not intend to ask others to help him. Everything was to find the drawings and materials by himself, and follow his own plan. Therefore, although it was a little more troublesome and more tiring, Guo Shouyun enjoyed it. Time flies by in his busyness.


    "gentlemen!"


    Old Ward''s voice interrupted Guo Shouyun''s busyness.


    "What''s up?"


    "Here is an invitation letter for you!"


    "Invitation letter? Where did it come from?"


    "It''s signed by Howard Stringer, CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment!"


    "Sony?" Guo Shouyun''s heart moved, "Open it and see what''s inside!"


    "Yes! ...Sir, The Da Vinci Code produced by Sony Pictures is a global hit, and they are planning to hold a celebratory reception on November 2nd at the InterContinental Hotel in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and hope you can attend."


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly, and a thought appeared on his face. After a while, "you reply for me, and I will attend on time!"


    There was a hint of surprise on Old Ward''s face. When the master received a similar invitation before, he refused. Why did you suddenly change your mind now? However, good professional ethics and professional experience tell him to ask what should be asked, and never ask what should not be asked.


    "Okay, do you have any other orders?"


    "No more!" But when he was about to turn around, Guo Shouyun stopped him again.


    "By the way, help me find out, there is no better grape seedling. I want the kind that can be eaten directly!"


    "Yes!"


    "Also, hire two gardeners for me. You need to know how to grow vegetables. I''m going on a business trip in a few days, and I may not be able to come back for a while. You have to take care of me here."


    "clear!"


    After being interrupted by Old Ward, Guo Shouyun didn''t have the heart to continue. He simply packed up, put aside the straw hat, gloves, shovel, etc., and left here with him.


    He went back to his room to take a shower, and seeing that there was still some time before dinner, he was in no hurry to go down.


    Sitting at the desk in the study, looking at his work log, and then looking at the time difference between San Francisco and Hong Kong, he found Zhang Lei''s phone and dialed it.


    "boss!"


    The phone rang for a short time and it was connected.


    "have you woken up?"


    "Just got back from a run in the morning."


    There is about a 15-hour time difference between San Francisco and Hong Kong. Five o''clock in the afternoon here in San Francisco is seven in the morning in Hong Kong.


    "That''s good, I''ll go to Huaxia in a while, prepare it for you!"


    "You want to come to Huaxia?"


    Hearing the news early in the morning, Zhang Lei was still surprised.


    "Well! I wanted to go back and have a look for a long time, but I never had the chance before. Now is the time!"


    "I see. When are you coming, I''ll arrange it right away!"


    "Don''t worry, I have to go to France and India for the time being, so it won''t be too early. When I''m almost there, I''ll call you in advance!"


    "clear!"


    "By the way, you are familiar with Hong Kong. By the way, help me to see if there is a house with a good location and a good environment."


    "You want to buy a house in Hong Kong?"


    "Well! The headquarters of Hanhua is in Hong Kong I will definitely go there often in the future. So it is convenient to have a house in advance. Besides, you know, I like real estate very much!"


    "Haha, okay. I''ll find it for you right away!"


    "Well, it''s nothing else. Call me if you have the right one."


    "OK!"


    Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


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    Chapter 313 The City of Angels


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    "While I''m out, the family is all up to you!"


    Wendy nodded lightly, "Don''t worry, everything will be fine!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, stared deeply at the beautiful and elegant woman in front of him, turned around and stepped into the car next to him.


    For a man, no matter how willing he is, he can''t 100% return to the family. The responsibility on his shoulders drives him to fight for this family. As many people often say: I can''t support you when I put down the bricks, and I can''t hold you when I pick up the bricks. Although Guo Shouyun is not like this, the reason is the same. Many times, he also gave up his so-called ideals and pursuits, and lived the next half of his life in a safe and secure way.


    But no matter how he thinks about it, he also understands that this is destined to be just a fantasy. Many things are doomed once they start.


    After rolling down the car window and waving at Wendy, Guo Shouyun sighed slightly in his heart.


    "Having a year of relaxation is already good, can''t expect more!"


    The car took him out of the manor slowly and came to the apron of the Kunpeng. The private plane that had been prepared quickly took him to Los Angeles, hundreds of miles away.


    The economic status of Los Angeles in the United States is like the capital city and the capital, Mumbai and New Delhi. It is the second largest economic center in the United States after New York. Coming here again after a year, Guo Shouyun''s mind reappeared as the first time he came here.


    "I''ve been idle for too long, have I been cut off from the world? Why do I keep reminiscing about the past!" Shaking his head, after driving the extra thoughts out of his mind, "Matthew, let''s go to the Matrix headquarters in Santa Monica. ."


    "Yes, boss!"


    After nearly three years of development, Matrix is ??no longer the grass-roots team when it was first established. Now it has bought a modern 12-story office building in downtown Santa Monica. The staff of the company has also expanded from a hundred people at the beginning to more than a thousand people in the head office, all of which are more than 3,500 people.


    Guo Shouyun, who used to know more about matrix changes through phone calls, videos and photos, is now on-the-spot inspection,


    Very satisfied with what I saw.


    "boss!"


    Buddy Morris, who got the news, hurried over with his assistant.


    Guo Shouyun looked at the movie poster posted on the wall, "Is "Spider-Man" finished?"


    "The first film has been filmed and is currently in the post-production stage, ready to be released on Christmas!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Go, go to the office and talk!"


    "Yes!"


    "All sit down!"


    After coming to the office, Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    "Boss, this is the financial statements of Matrix Pictures for the past three quarters, as well as the balance sheet."


    Buddy Morris knew exactly what Guo Shouyun was interested in, so he prepared the information he wanted in advance.


    As he guessed, this was indeed what Guo Shouyun wanted to see. Of course, Guo Shouyun has already read the financial statements and balance sheet of Matrix Films for the third quarter by fax. These are the more detailed sections that Buddy prepared.


    After flipping through it roughly, Guo Shouyun clasped his hands after reading some key data.


    "I''ll take this back to watch! By the way, apart from the first "Spider-Man" movie we haven''t released this year, are there any more?"


    "There are two more, "The Hangover 2" and "Saw 3"! The former will be released on November 15, and the latter will be released on December 5."


    In fact, strictly speaking, "Spider-Man" is not a work of Matrix Pictures, but a masterpiece produced by Marvel Pictures. However, Matrix Films is one of the distributors, and the two belong to the same company. Therefore, when making a report, it will be combined and calculated.


    "Has the shooting plan for next year been made?" Guo Shouyun continued to ask after nodding his head.


    "It has already been made. The entire matrix will have a total of 11 films to shoot next year, namely "Pirates of the Caribbean 2", "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets", "Fifty Shades of Darkness", "Dancing Sweetheart", "Smart: Ghost" Movie Record 3, The Hangover 3, Underworld 1, Spider-Man 2, Fast and Furious 3, Mr. Matchmaker, and an animated film Finding Nemo: Finding Nemo."


    Looking at the shooting materials prepared by Buddy Morris, most of the 11 films are familiar to him, only "Sweetheart Dance" and "Mr. Matchmaker" are very unfamiliar. However, the total investment of the two films combined is only 40 million US dollars, which is not too high. So he didn''t interfere with Buddy''s shooting plans.


    "What about TV shows?"


    "We have just started in terms of TV series, so next year, we only plan to remake the boss''s "Prison Break" for the time being!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "It''s good to be cautious in the stage of accumulating experience. By the way, has the casting for "Prison Break" started?"


    "Not yet! The production department plans to start casting after the script is ready."


    "Yeah! ... After the character is chosen, remember to send me a copy!" Guo Shouyun said.


    As the first TV series filmed by Matrix, it is also his most impressive American TV series. Guo Shouyun doesn''t want to ruin it because of his appearance. Therefore, he hopes that the protagonists in the play will still be the original cast of Wentworth Miller and Dominic Purcell.


    "clear!"


    "By the way, after the filming of "Prison Break" starts, the partners should not rush to finalize it!"


    "Are you going to...?"


    Although Buddy is not too aware of the acquisition negotiations between Guo Shouyun and Vidiwang, he has long been very clear about the ambition of the big BOSS to build the matrix into a comprehensive top media giant in Hollywood such as Time Warner and Disney. Therefore, as soon as Guo Shouyun opened his mouth, he already had a vague guess in his heart.


    "Television is a field that we will definitely be involved in. The novel of "Prison Break" has a deep reader base. If it is made into a TV series, as long as it is above the standard, it will definitely be very popular. At that time, it will be the flagship of our TV station. It couldn''t be more appropriate."


    "I understand!"


    "Have you signed a filming contract with Warners for ''Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets''?"


    "Not yet. However, it is already in the negotiation stage!"


    "Who is responsible?"


    "Kevin, the marketing department he is in charge of has been busy with this recently!"


    "Tell him to slow down the pace of negotiation. Don''t sign the contract for now without my permission!" Guo Shouyun said quickly after some thought.


    Now Time Warner is being dragged to death by AOL, and its stock price has dropped from $200 billion at the beginning of the merger in 2000 to less than $40 billion now, which is almost described as difficult. At such a time, if you don''t take the opportunity to cut off a piece of plump meat from this giant beast whose feet are deep in mud, it will be a shame for Guo Shouyun''s identity as a reborn person.


    Moreover, the high box office and high income of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher''s Stone" are also the temptation that Time Warner, which is in deep business crisis, cannot refuse. With this as the foundation, I''m not afraid that they won''t give in.


    "Understood! ... Boss, the integration of the US theater chain has been accelerated recently. AMC, Ximanke, and Carmichael are all buying up. Do you think we should join in?"


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun said, "I remember that there are 20 theaters in the Matrix theater chain, right?"


    "21 to be exact. Our new theater in Washington just opened three days ago!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Buddy, do you still remember what I said to you?"


    "The Matrix Cinema is only a luxury cinema with more than ten halls!"


    "That''s right. The original intention of Matrix Cinemas was not that we wanted to be number one in this industry, but to avoid those Hollywood giants using their channels and connections to block us. And, with the advent of Internet streaming, It will have a certain impact on the theater chain, especially those theater chains with small flow of people, backward facilities, and few theaters, the situation will be more serious. Therefore, there is no need to follow the trend to merge more theater chains that do not conform to our business strategy. , we can be ourselves. Of course, if there is a suitable location and suitable for our independent theater chain, I have no objection to you buying it, do you understand?"


    "Understood, BOSS!"


    "Anything else?"


    "According to your request, the acquisition of Pixar requires us to take out 14% of the matrix and $1.6 billion in cash. Of course there is no problem with the shares. But in cash, $1.6 billion is too high for us." Buddy Mo Reese nodded.


    The difficulties were expected by Guo Shouyun. Although Matrix Films had a bumper harvest this year, the combined box office and surrounding revenue exceeded $4 billion. However, after deducting the production fee, deducting administrative expenses, and deducting the investment in the new theater chain, as well as the taxes that must be paid, the remaining profit is about 800 million US dollars, which is only enough to solve half of the acquisition funds.


    "Issue a US$800 million ABS bond, and I will let the ''China-US Study Abroad Charity Fund'' eat it all up!"


    Now there are six charitable foundations established under Guo Shouyun''s name, they are: Guo''s Charity Foundation, Stanford Foundation, Chinese Charity Relief Foundation, Sino-American Study Abroad Foundation, Bruce Scholarship Fund, Guo''s Disaster Relief Fund . At present, 90% of Guo Shouyun''s assets, except for Hanhua, are placed under the names of these six charitable funds. In charge of the use and distribution of these assets are his two trust institutions: the Guo Family Trust and the Phoenix Trust.


    This is the way Guo Shouyun has created for himself over the past three years to avoid tax and inherit assets. The charitable foundation has ownership of his assets, and the trust has the right to use those assets. Moreover, there will be more of these charitable funds in the future, until layers upon layers of iron curtains are formed, under which all true desires are hidden. Similar to Morgan and Rockefeller, let everyone know how much property he has, and become a super family that is really hidden under the water.


    Of course, there is still a long way to go to achieve this goal, but Guo Shouyun is still young, and he has time to complete his plan step by step.


    Writing down the explanation of the big boss, Buddy Morris showed a hint of hesitation on his face.


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    Chapter 314 Growing Ambition


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    "Buddy, say what you want. You know I''m not the kind of person who doesn''t listen to dissent!"


    "Boss, the operation of Matrix has always been decentralized. Movies, games, and comics are divided into several subsidiaries that do not interfere with each other. Do you see if you can set up a company that can lead the entire Matrix holding company like Anping, Phoenix, and Ruby. Senior management? In this way, the resources of each subsidiary can be allocated more reasonably and the development of the entire group can be accelerated.��


    Guo Shouyun glanced at Buddy Morris sitting across from him in surprise. The ambition revealed by this simple and honest black man at this time overturned the impression he had formed on the other party over the past three years.


    "Is this your own idea?"


    "Yes!"


    Looking at the big boss with white temples but more mature and stable, the originally confident Buddy Morris suddenly became a little more flustered under the majestic gaze.


    Guo Shouyun felt a little emotional at this time. Although he has long known that human hearts change over time. But in the face of Buddy Morris, who revealed his desires and ambitions, his heart was still a little complicated.


    However, under the premise that you can control it, it is a good thing that your employees are ambitious. After all, an ambitious leader is better able to lead a company forward than a vegetarian meal.


    "Since this is your idea? Have you considered how to set up the administrative structure of the head office?"


    "Have!"


    Buddy Morris took a breath, stabilized his mind, and nodded affirmatively.


    Following Guo Shouyun for nearly three years, he also understood the temper of this big boss. Knowing that he is not against the ambition of his subordinates, what he is against is that the ambition is too arrogant and lacks the ability to match it. Therefore, while making suggestions, he had already thought about the management structure of the matrix.


    "My idea is that the matrix should be the same as Anping, Phoenix and other brother companies, adopting a board of directors management system, the boss serves as the chairman of the board of directors, leads the overall situation, and is responsible for the group''s strategic planning. The CEO is responsible for the daily administrative management of the group. Each director performs his own duties. , responsible for the development of each headquarters, as well as various departments of the headquarters."


    "The Ministry of Finance, the Personnel Department, the Administration Department, and the Logistics Department are established directly under the board of directors. The company''s business is divided into more detailed divisions, such as: splitting Marvel Entertainment, incorporating film and television production into Matrix Films, restoring Marvel is the comic book industry that they are best at. For movies adapted from Marvel comics, they can get copyright fees and appropriate shares. In addition, separate the theater business and TV business of Matrix Pictures. The theater business is a separate business. The TV business and the TV station are merged into a single subsidiary that focuses on the production and broadcasting of TV, variety shows, documentaries and other programs.��


    "If everything is as mentioned above, then the Matrix Group, in addition to the directly affiliated headquarters, also has Marvel, which focuses on comics, Matrix Films, which focuses on movies, Pixar, which focuses on animated feature films, and Matrix Cinemas, which focuses on theaters. , a matrix game focusing on games, a TV company focusing on TV, variety shows and documentaries. The six subsidiaries have clear business scope and clear rights and responsibilities, which meet the long-term development needs of the head office.��


    When the words fell, Buddy Chris looked at the man sitting opposite him with bright eyes, his eyes were full of confidence and desire.


    Guo Shouyun knew what he was looking forward to, and after thinking for a while, he smiled lightly in the face of the other party''s fiery eyes.


    "Buddy, your suggestion is really good, and it took a lot of time to think about it, right?"


    At this point, there is no point in hiding and retreating.


    "Yes. As the group''s business has grown and revenue has grown over the year, I''ve been thinking about it."


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "It is your duty as a senior executive of the company to make long-term considerations for the future, and I appreciate it very much." After pondering for a while, "Give me the plan you prepared, and I will go back and have a look and give you the answer!"


    "Yes!"


    Seeing that he didn''t refuse immediately, Buddy Morris was overjoyed and quickly handed over the prepared plan.


    After taking a brief look, Guo Shouyun put it in the briefcase next to him.


    "Is there anything else?"


    "there is none left!"


    "Then I''ll go first. ... Oh, by the way, tomorrow Sony Pictures'' celebration party, you go with me."


    "Yes!"


    After leaving the matrix headquarters and returning to his home in Los Angeles, Guo Shouyun frowned when he saw the large stack of documents in his briefcase.


    "Looks like I should find another secretary!"


    As Wendy devotes more time and energy to taking care of the two children, Guo Shouyun has no one around to help him organize documents, arrange trips and other trivial matters. However, as his personal secretary, who has direct access to all his secrets, the ordinary person Guo Shouyun must be uneasy. At present, he also does not have a suitable candidate.


    "Just let it go for a while."


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    In autumn and winter, the skies in the northern hemisphere get dark very early. When Guo Shouyun looked up from the thick matrix report, the neon lights outside the window had enveloped the entire Los Angeles.


    The Xiangshan Courtyard where he was at this time is located in Beverly Hills, the top wealthy area in Los Angeles, where you can overlook the splendid night view of this metropolis.


    "Matthew, what time is it?"


    After standing in front of the window and watching for a while, Guo Shouyun suddenly asked.


    "It will be seven o''clock in a quarter of an hour!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I haven''t enjoyed a night in Los Angeles for more than a year, let''s go, let''s go out for a walk!"


    "Boss, is it not safe to go out at night!"


    As all Californians know, Los Angeles is a city of angels by day and a pit of sin by night. Especially in those neighborhoods with mostly black people, there are almost no people except homeless people at night. Especially now, the U.S. economy is abysmal, unemployment remains high, and the protracted war in Afghanistan has exacerbated domestic tensions. Therefore, it is best not to go out at night.


    "Isn''t there you guys here? Besides I''m not that stupid, I have to get into those alleys that lack security!"


    Looking at the big boss who had made up his mind, Matthew had no choice but to hurry up and arrange security work. In the end, including him, six people followed Guo Shouyun out of the Xiangshan Courtyard.


    "Boss, where are we going?"


    asked Matthew, who was driving.


    "Where?"


    Guo Shouyun also doesn''t know where to go? Going out for a walk was just a sudden thought after his work. However, since he came out now, he certainly couldn''t go back now.


    After looking out of the window for a moment, the night three years ago and the suffocating beautiful shadow involuntarily appeared in my mind.


    "Go to Santa Monica Beach."


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    The most popular beach in Los Angeles, Santa Monica Beach at the end of Route 66 never lacks visitors. Even though it is already October, the night here is still lively. Of course, this has a lot to do with the fact that Los Angeles has a Mediterranean climate and is not too cold in autumn and winter.


    Of course, even if it is not cold, no one chooses to go to the sea at this time except for some swimming enthusiasts. But that doesn''t stop people from loving the beaches of Santa Monica. Because, even at night, the amusement parks, beaches, and shops here are enough to provide people with places to play and rest.


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    Chapter 315 Five Chinese people


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    "Boss, here we are!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looking at the lively scene outside through the car window, and an urge to join it surged in his heart.


    "Matthew, you are with me. It''s enough for the others to be on guard ten meters away. Don''t come over if you are not in danger or under my orders." Guo Shouyun specifically explained before getting off the bus.


    Although he also knows the importance of his own safety, he is not willing to lose his freedom completely and become a caged bird.


    "Yes, boss!"


    "Let''s go!"


    Everyone got out of the car and acted according to his orders.


    Walking into Santa Monica Beach, the troubles accumulated at work were gradually forgotten by Guo Shouyun, and his attention was gradually attracted by the bustling flow of people and the flashing lights of the store.


    ��Diss Jet Ski Rental!��


    A familiar name suddenly came into view. The past events of seal carving in the depths of memory also emerged one after another.


    "It''s been almost three years, and I don''t know how she''s doing now?" Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart and shook his head slightly.


    The greed of the year made him remember the great beauty Nicole Kidman who amazed the world. Later, he also paid attention to her news. But since the end of 2000, after the other party announced the divorce from Qiantang, it disappeared from the public''s field of vision. So far, the entire Hollywood has no news of each other. He had asked Buddy Morris for some inquiries, but the only certainty was that he had left the United States and returned to Australia.


    He didn''t know if his appearance brought changes to the other party. In short, since that time, Nicole Kidman''s life seems to deviate from what she was familiar with in her previous life. "Moulin Rouge", which once let her get a Hollywood actress and became a big hit, also changed the protagonist.


    "It''s not the same anymore!" Guo Shouyun shook his head. After a while, he raised his hand to touch the white hair on his temples, and suddenly laughed, "Maybe I''m really old, and now I like to miss the past more and more!"


    In a way he''s right like that. Adding up his two lifetimes, his current mental age is close to sixty years old, and he is indeed an old man.


    Seeing his boss ''shaking his head'' with a complicated expression, Matthew next to him couldn''t understand the state of the big boss at the moment. However, his responsibility is to be responsible for safety. As for the psychological state of the big boss who manages all the possibilities, it is not something he can speculate.


    "Let''s go, let''s go ahead and take a look!"


    After resolving the distracting thoughts in his heart, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked towards the more lively amusement park after taking a last look at the closed store not far away.


    There were a lot of people buying tickets, so there was a long queue in front of the ticket window.


    "Boss, why don''t you wait by the side and I''ll buy a ticket?" Matthew said.


    "No. I''m not a handicapped person. Also, the occasional line is a different experience."


    He spends more time in places with fewer people, and he has a different kind of excitement for places with many people. I really want to go back to the crowded hometown in my previous life.


    However, as soon as Guo Shouyun and Matthew stood in the team, there was a noise in front of them. Soon the noise turned into a fight.


    People in any country have the attribute of watching the fun, and the United States is no exception. Soon, the originally neatly arranged team was in chaos in an instant, and the people who were fighting stood in a circle.


    "Beat him to death!"


    "Go on...!"


    "Whoever is an assistant is a TM softball!"��


    The sound of fueling the flames continued to sound, but the occasional voice of a few fighters stopped Guo Shouyun, who was about to leave.


    He strode away from the crowd and walked to the front. After seeing the situation at the scene, his brows instantly wrinkled.


    I saw four black people and two white youths beating up around two young people with Chinese looks. The three young girls next to them wanted to go up to help, but the other party rudely pushed them away, and even took the opportunity to use foul language to wipe the oil.


    "boss��!"


    "Let the others not do it!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun took a big step, and his thick right leg kicked a black man with muscles that looked like a lightning bolt.


    Although he has been in the United States for three years and has inherited Bruce Guo''s memory, he is still the Guo Shouyun who has lived in China for more than 30 years. Therefore, when one of their compatriots is bullied, they will naturally want to help with the enemy.


    "boom��!"


    Guo Shouyun moved too fast, and the opponent was unprepared, so he kicked him and flew out more than three meters, and ''Gululu'' rolled to the side of the crowd and stopped.


    This sudden change shocked everyone. Including those who are violent. But they were startled, Guo Shouyun''s hands and feet did not stop.


    He quickly changed his posture, lunged and punched with his right hand, turned his head, and slapped Baipi, who had not yet figured out what was going on, all over his face.


    When he fell to the ground holding his head screaming, Guo Shouyun took advantage of the situation and hit his knees. The black buddy who rushed up seemed to be hit by a siege cone and flew out like lightning.


    Afterwards, six strong guys, like babies in front of Guo Shouyun, were easily knocked to the ground by him.


    Those who responded were shouting "Chinese Kung Fu"! However, Guo Shouyun knew that this was not kung fu, but the free fighting that he had been practicing for three years.


    When Molly had an accident, he was in a daze and would often vent his pain by fighting. This year, he walked out of the shadows. Even with his own fighting skills, it has become even more amazing under the practice of Matthew and other fighting masters.


    "Are you all right?"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t go to see the guy who was knocked down by him. Years of practice fighting, let him know the weaknesses of the human body. Therefore, these guys who don''t have the slightest professional fighting experience and fighting ability, as long as they are hit by him, don''t even think about getting up for at least five or six minutes.


    "It''s okay, ouch!"


    A guy with a blue mouth, just about to open his mouth, but involuntarily screamed in pain. Compared to him, the guy next to him wearing a black coat with a slightly chubby body and looking a bit taciturn is tougher. His nose was bleeding, the corners of his mouth were broken, and there were a few bruises on his neck, but he actually got up without a sound.


    "Shen Yu! Liu Hongchuan, are you all right?"


    The three girls hurried over.


    "fine!"


    "Boss, let''s go quickly. Otherwise, it will be very troublesome when the police arrive!" Matthew hurriedly came over and whispered.


    "Yeah!" Guo Shouyun nodded. He also knew that his current status was not suitable for such sensitive matters as fighting. It was all right here, and the two guys who were beaten were not seriously injured, so after a reply, they left with Matthew.


    Of course, when this happens, the amusement park is impossible to go to. Fortunately, there are many places to play here.


    "Please wait!"


    Not long after the two left the crowd, they heard a crisp voice behind them.


    Turning around, it turned out that the group of people who had been beaten before were chasing after him.


    "Hello, my name is Yang Mi, I''m from Huaxia. Thank you so much just now!"


    The speaker was a short-haired girl wearing a pink coat, revealing her clean thighs.


    "You''re welcome."


    "By the way, are you from China?"


    asked another tall girl with a ponytail and beige plaid trousers.


    "No, I''m Chinese American!"


    "Chinese? You speak Mandarin so well!"


    "Thank you. I''m from elementary school!" After a pause, "Take your friends to the hospital to have a look. Although it''s not serious, it must be bandaged!"


    "Don''t, don''t go to the hospital. The Clippers-Lakers game is about to start, and I''m still waiting to see Yao Ming. If I go to the hospital now, I''ll miss the game." Liu Hongchuan refused without hesitation, holding his cheek.


    The slightly fat boy next to him also nodded without hesitation, covering his injured nose and mouth.


    "Liu Hongchuan, Shen Yu, you don''t even look at your current appearance, can you still watch the game?" the ponytail girl yelled loudly.


    "Why not. Our eyes are fine. Besides, if we hadn''t come to Santa Monica Beach to watch the sunrise with you, how could we have been beaten...!"


    "What did you say?"


    The ponytail girl was furious, she stretched out her hand and grabbed the other person''s ear directly.


    "It hurts, sweet, I was wrong."


    "Humph!"


    After Ma Tiantian snorted coldly, she quickly released her right hand. In fact, she didn''t use too much strength. After all, her boyfriend just had a fight and was seriously injured.


    But this action also made Guo Shouyun see the other''s couple relationship.


    "Friend, what is your surname?" After Liu Hongchuan was oppressed by the female vote, he saw Guo Shouyun''s eyes lit up and quickly asked.


    "Guo! My name is Guo Shouyun!"


    "Brother Yun, your kung fu just now is really great those **** and white skins are crying!" After Liu Hongchuan performed some of Jackie Chan''s and Jet Li''s signature moves, he stretched his right hand into it. Pocket, "In order to express our gratitude, here is a picture of the Lakers and Clippers game, how about we invite you to participate?"


    Looking at the tickets in the opponent''s palm, and then looking at the eager eyes of the other party, Guo Shouyun quickly guessed that this guy was mostly using him to resist the oppression of his female tickets.


    Considering that the Clippers haven''t been there since they were bought by themselves. Therefore, after a little consideration, Guo Shouyun reached out and took it.


    "Thank you so much then!"


    "Hehe, you''re welcome! We are all friends!" Liu Hongchuan said with a smile.


    "Humph!"


    Ma Tiantian snorted heavily beside her. She is not a fool either, she naturally guessed the purpose of her male ticket doing this.


    "By the way, this is...?"


    Liu Hongchuan quickly changed the subject, for fear that the female vote would speak up again to stop his plan.


    "My friend, his name is Matthew. But he doesn''t speak Chinese!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun quickly gave the other party a wink. Matthew understood and nodded cooperatively. In fact, as Guo Shouyun''s personal bodyguard, Chinese is a compulsory subject for him. Today, although he is not as good as Guo Shouyun in speaking ability, he has reached the level of application.


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    Chapter 316 NBA opener


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    "Hello!"


    Liu Hongchuan greeted Matthew in English.


    Matthew, who received Guo Shouyun''s signal, nodded, smiled and returned the salute without saying much.


    "By the way, how did you fight them?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Those **** want to harass Wen Qian, of course we can''t watch them be presumptuous!" The silent Shen Yu said a little abruptly.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him, and at the same time understood the Wen Qian in his mouth, the black long straight girl in a long white dress who looked very quiet beside him.


    "Let''s go, it''s getting late, if I delay the game, I will regret it!" Liu Hongchuan interrupted the communication of several people.


    Everyone has no opinion on his proposal.


    "By the way, Bruce, how did you get here, are you driving?" Liu Hongchuan asked.


    "No, we came by taxi!"


    Guo Shouyun''s car is a bulletproof version of a Mercedes-Benz that costs nearly $400,000. This made him subconsciously not want to show his wealth in front of these people. After all, it is rare to meet China''s compatriots, and he hopes to have an equal opportunity to chat with them.


    Matthew next to him glanced at his boss, although he didn''t know why he said that. But he was wise not to talk too much.


    "Taxi? Don''t Americans have their own cars?"


    "Our car was sent in for repair yesterday."


    "That''s it. Then you take a ride with us. We''ll drive out in two cars this time."


    "Thank you!"


    "You''re welcome. If I really want to say thank you, it should be us. If it wasn''t for your help just now, Lao Yu and I would have been beaten to death by those niggas! Tsk tsk, Lao Guo, your skills are really good. Six black and white skins, I was stunned by you being beaten and beaten by two. By the way, you can teach me too, I like fighting the most!"


    Liu Hongchuan is obviously a familiar type. Although it is the first time to meet, this guy has already put his arms around Guo Shouyun''s shoulder and started to call him brothers.


    However, Guo Shouyun, who is accustomed to intrigue in the market because of interest disputes, has not experienced this kind of simple friendship for a long time. Therefore, he did not stop the babbling Liu Hongchuan, but seemed to enjoy it.


    When they came to the parking lot, there were two cars. Guo Shouyun took Matthew and sat in one with Liu Hongchuan and Ma Tiantian, and the other three took one.


    The rest of Guo Shouyun''s bodyguards secretly drove behind him.


    When everyone drove to Staples, Guo Shouyun also learned more about the five people through chat.


    They are all international students who came to study in the United States this year. Liu Hongchuan and Ma Tiantian are at the University of Southern California, Shen Yu is at the famous Caltech, and the remaining Yang Mi and Wenqian are graduate students in management majors at the University of California, Los Angeles.


    They met on the plane to the United States, and they kept in touch more often, and gradually became friends. This visit to Santa Monica Beach was the idea of ??three girls, who wanted to see the sunset beauty of Santa Monica Beach mentioned in more than n travel diaries. The original plan was to leave after watching it, and everyone to watch the game together. But Ma Tiantian and Yang Mi suddenly became interested in the spinning car in the amusement park. As a result, the scene Guo Shouyun saw before was born when he bought the ticket.


    "Old Guo, are you about the same age as us? Are you still studying?"


    "You graduate after you get your bachelor''s degree."


    "Really, what are you doing now?"


    "Working for a technology company in Silicon Valley, doing programming!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Silicon Valley? Are there all high-tech companies as they say on TV?" Liu Hongchuan asked with great interest. He also studied programming and is very interested in Silicon Valley, the Internet technology center.


    "There are some high-tech companies. But since the Nasdaq crisis, only 12 out of 10 have survived. Why, you want to start a business too?"


    "Well. My goal is to build a company as great as Yahoo, like Jerry Yang!"


    Looking at his longing eyes, Guo Shouyun said in his heart, "If you knew what happened to Yahoo in the future, you probably wouldn''t think so."


    "I believe you can succeed!"


    "Hey, thank you! You''re the first to say that, I''ll remember it!"


    Ma Tiantian in the co-pilot pouted, glanced at her boyfriend, and didn''t say much. But it can be seen from the look that she is pessimistic about the dream of male ticket.


    Of course, not that kind of pessimism in capacity, but something else. Guo Shouyun couldn''t guess what it was. However, this has nothing to do with him.


    The car drove fast with Liu Hongchuan, and in about forty or fifty minutes, it arrived at the famous Staples Center in Los Angeles.


    Located in downtown Los Angeles, this luxurious stadium with a cost of 380 million US dollars and a capacity of 20,000 people is the arena for the Los Angeles Lakers and the Clippers today, and the opener of the NBA2oo2~2oo3 season. So, today''s game not only attracted a lot of media, but also attracted countless spectators.


    When Guo Shouyun and the others got out of the car, there was a long queue at the entrance waiting to enter.


    "Matthew, go buy another ticket!"


    "I''ll return soon!"


    Matthew nodded, and after whispering to the bodyguards who were secretly protecting him, he ran towards the ticket office.


    Of course, the tickets Matthew bought must not be the same as Guo Shouyun''s tickets. But this is nothing to worry about, there is nothing money can''t solve these days.


    $5,000 and everything is settled.


    "It''s so beautiful here!"


    Liu Hongchuan marveled at the luxury of the top golf courses in the capitalist world. However, Guo Shouyun focused more on the court below. As for the arena, the new Clippers arena that has been built in San Jose is not inferior to Staples, or even more outstanding.


    "There''s a lot of media out there today!"


    Looking at the cameras piled up around the basketball hoop, Guo Shouyun touched his chin.


    "Kevin Harlan, Mike Breen? Didn''t expect to be the two of them today, great!"


    Looking at Liu Hongchuan whose eyes were shining, Guo Shouyun said in surprise, "Do you know him?"


    "Of course, they are the most passionate basketball commentators in the NBA. I like it! ... Lao Guo, you don''t know him, do you?"


    Facing his surprised eyes, Guo Shouyun shrugged. If it''s football, he can break a bit. Basketball, apart from his previous life and those games in Bruce Guo''s memory, he basically never watched it.


    "Wow...!"


    At this moment, a huge noise interrupted the chat between the two.


    "Look, the Clippers are on the court... Yao Ming, Yao Ming, look here...!"


    Looking at Liu Hongchuan, who was jumping and jumping, waving his hands to the ground, his expression extremely excited, Guo Shouyun subconsciously wanted to leave this crazy guy.


    "Ugh!"


    Guo Shouyun sighed.


    In his two lifetimes, he couldn''t understand what those crazy star-chasing guys were thinking about in their heads!


    "Hello everyone, my friends from the audience, I''m Kevin Harlan. I''m Mike Brin. Tonight, the first game of the NBA regular season, the opener between the Clippers and the Lakers, will have us explain for you. "


    "Mike, who do you think has a better chance of winning?"


    "I think it''s the Lakers. The ok combination of O''Neal and Kobe is at its peak, and other positions are also very stable. They have rich experience, cooperate tacitly, and have a better chance of winning!"


    "Really. But I think the Clippers are more likely to win. The backcourt of Kidd and Puth, for example, averaged 38.5 points, 5.7 steals, 17.8 assists and 14.3 rebounds per game last year. . After a season of running in, they are more skilled and more threatening."


    "Looking at the Clippers'' interior, Pau Gasol was their biggest player last year, and he is also the optimist in the interior. In the o1~o2 season, he scored 17.6 points, 8.9 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 2.1 blocks, shooting An amazing 51.8% hit rate. Moreover, in his rookie data, he ranks fourth in the league in shooting percentage, sixth in blocks, and tenth in 35 double-doubles. He is the best player in the o1 draft. There is no doubt that this is a top power forward in the league that can be compared with Duncan, Garnett, and Nowitzki. With him, the Clippers will have support in the interior."


    "With the Big Three of Kidd, Billups and Pau Gasol, and good role players like Corey Maggette and Quentin Richardson, the Clippers are under the leadership of the old Brown. , Under the circumstances that everyone is not optimistic, all the way to the Western Finals. If it weren''t for the critical moment, Corey Maggette was injured, Kobe Bryant suddenly exploded, maybe the final 4:3 was close to the total. It''s them in the finals, not the Lakers."


    "In addition, they have strengthened several positions this year. Everyone knows the center position. This year''s No. 1 draft pick is Yao from China. In the preseason, he averaged 13.5 points per game, 8.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.8 blocks. His huge 7.4-foot frame gives him an unparalleled talent at the center position. As long as he can continue to gain weight and strengthen his strength, I believe he is O''Neal''s strongest opponent."


    "Also, Memet Okur, who couldn''t play for the Clippers last year because of contract issues, also played. Although his preseason results were not as good as Yao''s, he averaged 8.6 points and 5.2 rebounds in 38 minutes per game. , 1.3 assists, o.9 blocks, it is enough to show that he can strongly support the intensity of the inside line when Yao Ming is off the court. And he can also play a power forward, so that there is time for Gasol to rest."


    "Yao, Gasol, Mehmet Okur, this year or even in the next few years, the Clippers may be the strongest inside player in the league. The three of them practice, even O''Neal don''t think about being presumptuous inside."


    "I believe that after last year''s run-in and this year''s reinforcement. The Clippers are definitely at the top of the league. They are not worse than the Lakers, or even better."


    Kevin Harlan''s firm words, along with the radio, the Internet, and the cable network, spread to thousands of households watching this game at this time.


    "Kevin, I admit that this year''s Clippers are very strong. But in addition to individual ability, the most important thing in basketball is the ability to fight as a team. The Lakers, who have won three consecutive championships, are even better in this regard. And O''Neal and Kobe''s personal ability The ability is also at the top of the league. Therefore, I am still optimistic about them!"


    "Okay, how about we make a bet?"


    "How to bet?"


    "If I win, I don''t ask you to kiss Kenny Smith''s **** like that ''Flying Pig'', just kiss Tom Cruise''s ass!"


    The reborn Guo Shouyun has changed many things, but it still hasn''t changed the bet Charles Barkley placed on Yao Ming.


    "What if I win?"


    "Then I''ll kiss Keira Knightley!"


    "No no no Kevin, it''s not fair. Knightley is the beauty of England!"


    "Tom Cruise is also a handsome guy, you don''t suffer!"


    "Damn Kevin, I''m not gay, and I love Keira Knightley. Her part-time acting in Pirates of the Caribbean is amazing!"


    The two commentators teased and interrupted each other, filling the entire broadcast room with a happy atmosphere. Under this atmosphere, people don''t feel that time has passed. In an instant, the buzzer that promoted players from both sides sounded.


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    Chapter 317 Clippers vs. Lakers


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    "This much-anticipated game has finally begun, let''s take a look at the lineups of both sides. The Clippers'' lineup is No. 11 center Yao Ming, No. 19 power forward Pau Gasol, and No. 32 small forward Quentin. Richardson, it looks like Corey Maggette hasn''t recovered from his knee injury, and Larry Brown has chosen No. 19 Quentin Richardson to start." Kevin Harland said.


    "Last season, Quentin Richardson averaged 17.2 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 70 games. What''s more important is that he can make three points more effectively than Corey Maggette. Enriching the Clippers'' offense. And he''s healthier than the opponent. Larry Brown''s choice is not surprising." Mike Brin followed up.


    "That''s right. If I were the Clippers head coach, I''d make the same choice. ... Look at the Clippers shooting guard and point guard, No. 1 Chauncey Billups and No. 5. No. Jason Kidd. Needless to say, Kidd has been the best point guard in the league since he entered the league in ''94. In contrast, Chauncey such as Puth is more surprising, in the Orlando Magic , Minnesota Timberwolves and other teams, he was just a water cooler guard with a ''parallel import''. The average score in one season was only eight or nine points. But after moving to the Clippers, it suddenly broke out. Last season, 82 games averaged 12.5 points, 5.8 assists, impressive!"


    "More than that, in the first round of the playoffs between the Clippers and the Rockets last season, his buzzer-beater goal at a critical moment showed a different calm. It was this goal that allowed the Clippers to finish with a clean 4 : 0 into the second round of the playoffs."


    After a brief introduction to the Clippers players, the two commentators immediately introduced the Lakers after expressing their feelings for the Clippers.


    "The Lakers'' lineup is as expected, center Shaquille O''Neal at No. 34, shooting guard Kobe Bryant at No. 24, power forward Rick Fox at No. 18, small forward Devin George at No. 33, and guard at No. 2. Ball guard Derek Fisher. Except for the center and the point, the Lakers feel weaker than the Clippers in all three positions." Kevin Harland said.


    "Indeed, but it''s not necessarily a good thing that all five positions are top players. After all, in a 45-minute game, the ball and the number of shots are counted. If each position is strong, it will be difficult to distribute the ball. "Mike Brindow.


    "Yeah. But I don''t think it''s too much of a problem for Kidd. He''s a top point guard who likes to share the ball and can mobilize the team."


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    "On the evening of October 17th, at 20:10, the first game of the NBA regular season between the Lakers and the Clippers officially started. No accident, Yao and O''Neal stood on the midfield line together. Yao, No. 11, has a height of 226 cm. The height, O''Neal wearing the No. 34 jersey is only 216 cm, and the height difference of 10 cm is not the same level. However, whether or not to earn basketball depends on the timing of both sides in addition to external conditions!"


    "The referee threw the ball! ... Yao, Yao Li from China beat the Sharks to grab the ball. ... No. 11 center Yao Ming, he was just selected by the Clippers as the No. 1 pick this year. Judging from the performance of the opponent just now, he Be worthy of your number one spot!"


    "Yes, looking at this excellent Chinese, the Rockets should regret it now. If there was no transaction last year, this number one pick should be theirs. Yao is the most suitable successor for the Rockets after Olajuwon."


    After George Harlan nodded in agreement, "The Clippers really did a good business, look at Yao, and look at Lamar Odom and Darius Miles who were traded by them. The performance of the season. The former uses drugs, fights, and has constant trouble, and the latter has constant injuries."


    "Indeed, the Clippers made a profit from this transaction. In addition to the competition, the huge Chinese sports market brought by Yao is enough to make the Clippers management smile."


    "Yeah. Last season, The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times also ridiculed the Clippers owner for being stupid and not knowing how to run an NBA team. But look at Yao, Mehmet Okur, Jia What Sol and Billups did, it was definitely the greatest trade in league history."


    "So now they rarely publish positive news about the Clippers!"


    Mike Brin nodded and continued: "Bruce Guo is really a genius. Whether it is running a team or running a business such as the Internet and energy, he has achieved amazing performance."


    "His financial achievements are truly admirable!"


    "That''s right. But I haven''t heard any news about him in the media recently?"


    "Indeed. But such big shots aren''t Hollywood stars, and unless they want to, the media won''t be able to reach them."


    At this time, Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the stands, did not know that he was becoming the target of others talking about. After a year of seclusion in his own world, he is watching the game below with gusto. The feeling of watching football live is really different from watching it on TV. Compared with the latter, the former is more able to mobilize people''s emotions, especially when there are real fans around.


    "Yao Ming **** him, give that black fat man a big hat!"


    Glancing at Liu Hongchuan, who was dancing beside him and was more anxious than the master, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but shake his head with a smile.


    Judging from the limited duels on the court now, Yao Ming, who has just joined in, is undoubtedly a newcomer compared to the old fritters who have been in the NBA for many years. Neither side is at the same level in terms of experience or technology. Fortunately, the advantage of height and arm length does not really make O''Neal press and fight. Coupled with the help of Pau Gasol, the Clippers'' inside line is not as stable as Taishan, but it can also be on an equal footing with the Lakers who own O''Neal.


    After one quarter, Yao Ming was replaced by Memet Okur. Except for physical concerns. It is not conducive to his growth to let a rookie be always pressed and beaten.


    Kidd was also replaced with him. His foot injury was just right, and now he is in a state of search.


    After Kidd''s position, Billups moved to the point guard position, and Mobley, the best sixth man traded from the Rockets, played the shooting guard instead of Billups.


    Purely on the ball and controlling the rhythm of the court, Billups is not as good as Kidd, but he is also first-class. So things aren''t chaotic for the Clippers. The positional battle was still vigorous, and the score with the Lakers rose alternately.


    "Di Di...!"


    The buzzer rang through the audience, sounding the horn for the start of the fourth quarter.


    "The fourth quarter started, and the main players from both sides returned to the court. Now the score is 92:85, and the Lakers are 7 points behind! O''Neal left the court in the third quarter, and the Lakers'' inside line was completely overwhelmed by the Clippers. Yao and Memet Okur teamed up for 16 points! These two Clippers'' rookie insiders are amazing."


    "Yes, the Clippers'' starting lineup and the strength of their bench players are better than the Lakers. The ''old cat'' Mobley who belongs to the panacea, let Kidd, such as Puth and Quentin Richardson, get There is a rest period. Now the Clippers are at their peak in terms of physical strength and ability. In contrast, the Lakers'' main force Kobe has played three consecutive quarters, supporting the Clippers'' crazy attack alone, consuming a lot of his physical strength. Although Now that O''Neal is back, it''s questionable how much support a tired Kobe can provide to the Lakers'' perimeter!"


    Looking at the Lakers who seemed to be under pressure, Kevin Harlan solemnly said, "This year''s Clippers are really strong!"


    Although Mike Breen didn''t say anything, he nodded in agreement.


    The further back the game is, the stronger the test of the team''s overall strength. In terms of starting, the Clippers are not inferior to the Lakers. But in terms of bench depth, except for Robert Horry who can play, the Lakers are worse than the Clippers with ''Old Cat'' Mobley, Memet Okur, and Quentin Richardson Too far.


    Therefore, the result now is that the main players of the Clippers who have been fully rested are vigorous on the court, and their speed and footsteps are no less than the first quarter. But the Lakers except O''Neal and Robert Horry, who came off the bench, were all out of breath. Especially with Kobe Bryant, who played Chauncey Billups, this feeling is even stronger.


    Looking at the guy with an expressionless face, squatting down, and staring at his footsteps and hands with open hands, Kobe frowned. He could feel that the defense was stronger and harder to deal with than last season. However, he is not someone who gives up easily!


    "Clap...!"


    The speed of the basketball in his hand is getting faster and faster The right shoulder swayed, and after making a fake move to the left, the whole person jumped back like lightning, and the high basketball aimed at the basket in the distance. However, Billups was not deceived by fake moves. Of course, the difference in height, coupled with the difficulty of leaning back, makes such a shot difficult to defend. But it is not impossible.


    Just as Kobe threw the basketball out, five thick black fingers fiercely poked his eyes. People who are casual will be startled by such actions, but Kobe, who is often dealt with like this in the NBA, has enough experience and strong nerves. However, for example, Puth''s vicious aura still affected Kobe, whose physical strength was declining.


    "boom��!"


    Unsurprisingly, the basketball popped out to the left as soon as it hit the basket.


    At this time, the great shark with amazing physique was at the peak of his career, and his thick black arm firmly blocked Yao Ming from behind him.


    However, even so, the expression on his face was not easy. Because he knows very well that Rick Fox is no match for Gasol at all. This also means that if he wants to grab the rebound, in addition to dealing with the tenacious Chinese rookie behind him, he must also prevent Gasol''s sneak attack.


    "The basketball is mine!"


    The same belief drove the two huge guys to jump with all their might.


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 Chapter 318： victory

    Chapter 318 Victory


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    "Snapped��!"


    Gritting his teeth and using almost all his strength, Yao Ming, with the advantage of his height and arm length, hit the basketball at the same time when the situation was unfavorable for you.


    Under the condition of force on both sides, the basketball was shot and flew out in an instant. At this time, Gasol, who was standing on the side, instantly accelerated to shake off the entangled Rick Fox, and reached out to take off the basketball. Then, before landing, a long pass found Kidd outside, who was already accelerating when Pau Gasol jumped. By the time Gasol''s long pass came, he had already run into the Lakers'' three-second zone. At this time, the only person who can follow him is Derek Fisher, who is opposite him. Of course, there are still a large number of Lakers players who are chasing after them frantically. But they must be too late in time.


    Jason Kidd has been in the NBA for eight years, and nothing can make him lose his cool. Facing Fisher''s defense, without even looking at it, he threw the ball from behind and passed the ball to Billups, who was chasing after him, who scored two points on a jumper.


    After the cooperation was successful, the two laughed and gave high fives, then slowly ran back to their own half.


    "Kidd and Billups are getting better and better together!"


    Kevin Harlan, who saw this scene, sighed.


    "In addition to cooperation, Chauncey Billups'' strength has improved a lot compared to last season, especially his defensive strength. I remember last season, he also asked Kidd to help defend Kobe from time to time. But this game so far, he The defense against Kobe has always been very good. Moreover, when he needs to organize the team and control the rhythm, he has also done his job well. It is hard to imagine why such a good guy has been unknown before?" Mike Brin shook his head in confusion.


    "Mike, you know some people are late bloomers. Stockton, Dennis Rodman are typical representatives in the NBA."


    After Mike Breen nodded, "The Clippers are going to win this game!"


    "It''s not impossible to recover 6 points in 3 minutes. But now Larry Brown has limited O''Neal''s performance with Yao and Gasol, and he can''t shoot for Kobe. It turns out that Kobe''s physical decline shot. Accuracy has gone down as well. As long as the Clippers don''t make stupid mistakes, they''re going to win this game."


    That being said, the individual ability of a player is a variable that cannot be precisely calculated. As long as one person in the ok group breaks out, the result of the game is likely to be rewritten.


    However, this ''bug moment'' did not come up today. The Lakers were still five points behind when the referee blew the game-ending whistle! "


    115:110!


    The 2002~2003 NBA season opener, the result of the Los Angeles Lakers'' match against the Los Angeles Clippers will always be remembered!


    Guo Shouyun was about to retire, but Liu Hongchuan next to him was thinking about O''Neal, complaining that the black guy was too savage and didn''t give his idol a fair chance to play.


    "Gentlemen and ladies, good evening everyone!"


    Just as everyone was preparing to stand, an enthusiastic and full voice echoed in the stadium. Soon, everyone''s attention was focused on the middle-aged man in a black suit who was standing in the arena with a microphone in hand.


    "Hello everyone, this is Joe Douglas, Director of Operations at Staples Arena, Los Angeles Sports Corporation. Today is the third anniversary of the official opening of the Staples Arena. In return for everyone''s support of the arena, today''s snacks and Drinks are free. In addition to that, we will draw 10 lucky spectators from the 18,245 spectators who can form a temporary team and play a 15-minute exhibition game against the Clippers and Lakers United.��


    "Also, the spectator team will be able to pick the players you want to play against from the two teams as they wish. Meanwhile, the two teams will be played by Clippers head coach Larry Brown and Lakers head coach Phil J. Jackson led separately."


    "Wow...!"


    Violent noise erupted from the crowd. For all those who like basketball, being able to get in close contact with their idols and have a friendly match is simply something that they never dare to think about.


    "I want to play with Yao Ming!"


    Liu Hongchuan jumped up excitedly.


    "Be honest!"


    Ma Tiantian, who had had enough of her boyfriend''s ''crazy'', stood up without hesitation, Qian Qiansu stretched out her hand, grabbed the other person''s ear and pressed it down.


    Guo Shouyun laughed in his heart when he saw Liu Hongchuan, who was 1.8 meters tall, trembling under the female power. Speaking of which, he was quite envious of the two of them. This kind of unbridled love, he has not enjoyed it for a long time. Maybe you won''t be able to enjoy it for the rest of your life. Because his mind is no longer young.


    "...Finally, we''ll be inviting Miss Britney Spears to sing for everyone!"


    Following the other party''s voice, a thin, sweet-looking girl wearing a white camisole, with golden shawl curly hair, waved her hand and walked up.


    "Britney...!"


    "It''s really Britney, sweetie, I love you...!"


    People all over the world are the same when it comes to idolatry. As one of the most popular new female singers in the United States, Britney Spears has too many fans!


    "Now ask Miss Britney to draw the lucky audience for us! At the same time, please look at the tickets in your hands, and the person who is called to the ticket number will come down with your ticket."


    After the other party''s voice sounded, everyone began to subconsciously take out their own ticket stubs from their pockets, hoping that the lucky star who was drawn was themselves. However, this does not include Guo Shouyun. After experiencing too much being in the spotlight and living without freedom, he didn''t think it was a good idea to go on.


    However, sometimes things happen just when you don''t think it''s possible, or when you don''t need to.


    After hitting three lucky spectators in a row, the words "No. 189, Area D" appeared on the big screen in the center of the venue.


    However, what is surprising is that, unlike the first three who ran off the field happily as soon as they were drawn, ��No. 189 in Zone D�� was called several times but no one answered.


    "It''s just one number, just one number, why not me?" Liu Hongchuan said angrily.


    Compared with his rough nerves, Shen Yu had turned around and asked Guo Shouyun, "Guo Shouyun, what''s your seat number?"


    "My seat number?"


    Guo Shouyun, who was watching the excitement, turned his head subconsciously.


    "Lao Guo, it''s you. My number is ''188 in District D'', Lao Yu is ''No. 187 in District D'', then ''No. 189 in District D'' must be you!"


    Liu Hongchuan, who understood, grabbed Guo Shouyun''s arm and said excitedly.


    "I?"


    "Boss, it looks like it''s really you!" Matthew next to him also whispered.


    At this moment, a dazzling light came over. The lighting master has found him directly through the seat number. At the same time, Guo Shouyun''s image also appeared on the big screen in the center of the stage.


    "It''s him!"


    Different from the excitement of ordinary people, at this time sitting in the ho


    Many of the people in the Huabao room saw Guo Shouyun''s avatar, their expressions changed instantly, and they stood up.


    "This gentleman, our fourth lucky audience is you, please come down!"


    Facing countless pairs of eyes, Guo Shouyun felt helpless in his heart.


    "This is really an unexpected ''surprise''!"


    "Boss, do you want to go down?" Matthew said.


    "Since he was caught, there is no reason not to go!"


    "Old Guo, come on. Help me get Yao Ming''s autograph!" Liu Hongchuan said enviously.


    "Do not worry!"


    After answering, Guo Shouyun picked up the jacket he put on the chair, turned around and walked down. Matthew naturally followed behind. The other bodyguards followed quietly.


    "Damn it, Lao Guo''s aura is so great!"


    Liu Hongchuan couldn''t help but be surprised when he saw Guo Shouyun, who looked calm and confident with a faint smile on his face as he walked down the steps step by step under the eyes of all the people.


    Shen Yu, Ma Tiantian and others also nodded in agreement.


    "He''s definitely not an ordinary person!"


    Shen Yu, who was accustomed to silence, suddenly spoke up.


    "You didn''t notice that the watch in his left hand is a special limited edition of Patek Philippe. There are only 100 pieces in the world, and the unit price is 2.5 million US dollars!" Wen Qian said.


    "$2.5 million, Qianqian, can''t you read it wrong?" Yang Mi was surprised.


    "No! I''ve seen the same piece!" Wen Qian shook her head.


    Several people looked at each other in dismay. They all knew that Wen Qian''s family was extraordinary, but when it came to the issue of wearing a $2.5 million watch on their hands, they were a little confused.


    At the same time, Guo Shouyun''s identity has also become a common problem for them at the moment Mike, do you think this person is familiar? "


    Looking at the incoming person displayed on the big screen, Kevin Harlan''s face was full of suspicion.


    "It does look familiar! ... Hey, look!"


    Kevin Harlan, who had reacted, hurriedly followed Mike''s fingers and saw that Larry Brown, who was sitting in the Clippers'' rest area, had stood up at this time, and hurried to the one who was coming down the steps. around young people.


    Immediately afterwards, Clippers manager Elgin Baylor, who should be watching the game in the box, hurried over with his assistant as if his **** was on fire.


    "Bruce Guo, he is Bruce Guo, that financial genius!"


    At this moment, among the nearly 20,000 people in the audience, someone finally recognized Guo Shouyun''s identity.


    As the shouting increased, the memories hidden in everyone''s mind were gradually awakened. A violent uproar shook the entire venue!


    Compared with those basketball stars, they once shook the American business world and were called geniuses and sons of God by countless people, earning amazing wealth. At the same time, Guo Shouyun, who rarely appears in front of the media, is undoubtedly more attractive.


    No matter when, the super rich are always at the center of the conversation!


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 Chapter 319： amazing identity

    Chapter three hundred and nineteen amazing identity


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    "boss!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and held Larry Brown''s right hand, "Coach Brown, congratulations on leading the team to a dazzling victory!"


    "Thank you! This is what I should do!"


    Although Larry Brown is a few rounds older than Guo Shouyun, the other side''s achievements are too dazzling. Therefore, even if he is also subconsciously showing a respectful attitude.


    "boss!"


    Elgin Baylor also arrived with his assistant.


    Guo Shouyun nodded at him with a smile, and strode up to Joe Douglas, the director of operations at Staples, "Sir, can I borrow the microphone in your hand?"


    "Of course, Mr. Guo!"


    "Thank you! . . . Oh, by the way, Miss Britney, it''s nice to meet you. I really like your ''I Love You Again''!"


    "thanks!"


    Nineteen-year-old Xiao Tiantian seemed a little flattered when she was praised by a big boss like Guo Shouyun.


    "Hello everyone, I''m Bruce Guo. I heard everyone''s shouts just now, and I want you to say something more about me. I''m honored to be here at this special moment today. To commemorate the Clippers and Lakers match A great game, and it''s also the third anniversary of the opening of Staples Arena, and I have some goodies for you.��Today, all of you can go to Baccarat for $200 with your tickets Items as today''s reward."


    "Wow...!"


    Huge cheers rang out in the stadium. No one dislikes white taking advantage of things.


    After they calmed down a bit, Guo Shouyun said again: "In addition, I am a little uncomfortable. Therefore, I will not participate in this opportunity to play a friendly match with the superstars. Of course, this opportunity is rare and cannot be wasted. So I''m going to hand it over to the man next to me, ''188, Section D'', please come down!"


    "me?"


    Liu Hongchuan pointed to his nose.


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t hear what he said, but the action already explained everything.


    "That''s right!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun waved to him.


    Seeing this, after no hesitation, Liu Hongchuan, who was so nervous, who was already immersed in the joy of being able to face to face with idols, couldn''t wait to get up and run down from his seat.


    "Old Guo, you are amazing!"


    Extremely excited, he ran off the stage and gave Guo Shouyun a warm hug. Of course, if Guo Shouyun hadn''t secretly stopped Matthew and the others, let alone hugging, I''m afraid Liu Hongchuan would be lying there now.


    "Okay. This ticket was originally yours. So don''t thank me!"


    After pushing him away, Guo Shouyun handed over the ticket in his hand.


    "Thank you, thank you so much!" After looking at it for a while, Liu Hongchuan, who was a little calm, remembered something, "By the way, you...?"


    "There will be a chance to know! Have fun, I''ll go first!"


    After patting Liu Hongchuan on the shoulder again, and returning the microphone to Joe Douglas, Guo Shouyun turned and walked towards the player tunnel.


    Elgin Baylor and his assistants quickly followed, and soon the entire stadium was restored to its original order. It''s just that with Guo Shouyun''s episode, the atmosphere is a little different.


    "This is our locker room?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, pushed the door and walked in. After turning around and finding nothing surprising, I sat down on the chair next to me.


    "sit down!"


    After answering, Elgin Baylor sat diagonally across from him.


    "The team is doing well. Elgin, it''s all your credit!"


    "You''re welcome, I just did my duty as a team manager. If you didn''t reform the team, the Clippers wouldn''t be where they are today!"


    "Humility is a good quality, but I don''t need it now. I''m not the kind of boss who can''t tolerate others! Your grades are yours, you should be rewarded if you do well, and you should be punished if you don''t do well. So, you Are you planning to give up the reward?"


    "Of course not, boss!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled. It is normal for people who are thirsty for profit.


    "Elgin, if the Clippers can get the championship ring in the next three years, then I can give you 2% of the team!"


    "Thank you boss!" Elgin said in surprise.


    "Don''t be in a hurry to thank you, 2% of the shares are in exchange for the championship ring!"


    "I know. But our strength this year is very strong. I am confident that I can lead the Clippers to the championship ring!"


    "That''s good!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "It''s getting late, I''m leaving!"


    "You''re not waiting for Brown coaches and players?"


    "No. I''ll come back when they''re in the finals. Oh, right. You tell them if they get a championship this year, then I''ll give them $2 million each!"


    "I thank the boss for their generosity!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun stood up and patted his arm, turned and walked out.


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    Looking at Yao Ming''s autographed jersey in his hand, Liu Hongchuan, who walked out of the arena, was a little dazed when he was overexcited.


    Things that were thought to be extremely difficult at first were never realized so easily.


    Compared with him, Ma Tiantian and Shen Yu also had similar trance-like expressions on their faces. But the fundamental difference between the two sides is that the rough-hearted Liu Hongchuan is obsessed with the joy of getting the coveted gift, while the other four are that the person who has been with them for a few hours has such a prominent background and strength.


    "It''s unbelievable, I actually sat with the famous Bruce Guo for three hours!" Shen Yu whispered.


    Yang Mi also nodded vigorously, and trembled in a shocked tone: "Google Chairman and Co-founder, LinkedIn Founder and Chairman, Apple Chairman, Anping Chairman of the Board, Amazon Director, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Phoenix Company, Director of eBay Company, Director of Merrill Lynch, Director of Yahoo, and Chairman of Hanhua Bank; in September last year, he led the Thunder Fund to create an amazing income of 124.8 billion US dollars in the gold market, shocking the global financial community !"


    "The most important thing is that it took only three years for the other party to achieve these results, and now he is only 23 years old! Like, me, us, one, the same, big!" Wen Qian said almost word for word at the back.


    Shen Yu and Yang Mi looked at her. As friends, they knew very well how strong this usually taciturn girl was. Unlike them who are only studying a single subject, Wen Qian is studying for a bachelor''s degree in mathematics, computer science and information systems, and electrical and electrical engineering from UCLA in addition to her master''s degree in finance and accounting.


    To know whether it is financial participation


    Accounting, or later mathematics, computer science and information systems, and electrical and electronic engineering, are all key disciplines at UCLA, and it is not easy to get credits from strict tutors. But now during the period of enrollment, Wen Qian''s grades are already in the top few grades in her grade. You can see her abilities.


    Of course, with these abilities to lay the foundation, she is also very confident and even proud of her achievements. But all this pride and self-confidence was easily defeated when he met a peer who was stronger than himself, not even at the same level. This kind of blow was a little hard for her to accept.


    "Don''t worry too much. There are six billion people in the world, and no one can say that I can be the strongest. In addition, although we are not as good as each other now, we may not be worse than him in the future!"


    Shen Yu, who likes silence, suddenly opened his mouth to comfort him.


    Seeing the gentle look in the boy''s eyes in front of her, Wen Qian felt a touch in her heart.


    "thanks!"


    The latter nodded and said nothing.


    "Old Chen is too awesome, let''s not compare. But Lao Yu, my buddy looks down on you a little bit. If you like Qianqian, then boldly pursue a confession, what''s the big deal. Besides, I think the two of you are very good. It''s appropriate, just be together...!"


    Before the word ''ba'' could be finished, it was interrupted by Su''s hand stretched out beside him.


    "Do you think everyone is as shameless and skinless as you, and likes to stalk them?"


    "It hurts, sweet, don''t pull my ears! Let go!"


    Liu Hongchuan''s funny expression dispelled the depression in the air. There was also a smile on Shen Yu and Wen Qian''s faces.


    "Hey, I''m enough to be fed dog food by you every day." Yang Mi pretended to sigh and shook his head.


    "Hello everyone!"


    A somewhat respectful voice interrupted the laughter of several people.


    "You are��?"


    Looking at the white young man in a black suit with a cold expression in front of him, everyone''s face showed an inquiring look.


    "I''m Charlie, Mr. Guo''s assistant. ... The boss asked me to explain to you that he left temporarily. I can''t say goodbye to you in person, so I''m sorry. Also, this phone number is for you if you encounter difficulties in the United States. , you can call this phone for help!"


    After handing the business card with the phone number to Liu Hongchuan, Charlie bowed slightly, turned and left.


    Looking at the business card in his hand, and then looking at the person''s distant back, Liu Hongchuan was stunned for a moment, "Old Yu, we seem to have developed! After returning to China, he said that I was friends with the famous Bruce Guo~www.novelhall.com ~It''s so awesome!"


    "Don''t be too happy, they just gave us a business card!"


    Although Shen Yu is taciturn, it does not mean that he does not understand the importance of the word ''relationship''. At this moment, the phone number in Liu Hongchuan''s hand undoubtedly represents a direct connection to the upper echelons of the United States. As long as it is used well, it will have great benefits for everyone''s future career development.


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    "Boss, I''m back!"


    "Have you given them anything?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Give it."


    "That''s good, come up, let''s go back!"


    "Yes!"


    The car started quickly, joining the not-so-heavy traffic in downtown Los Angeles.


    Looking through the car window, watching the neon lights of Staples gradually fade away, Guo Shouyun''s calm face was filled with a hint of sigh.


    In fact, he could choose to hand over the phone number by himself, and in less than three hours, he got along very happily with his compatriots. But he really didn''t want to see that kind of flattery and flattery in his eyes after he understood the identities of the two parties.


    Although this situation does not necessarily occur, he would rather keep a good memory in his memory than block the low probability!


    In the late autumn of 2002, he once spent a pleasant evening with a group of good peers!

 Chapter 320： friends gathering

    Chapter 320 Friends Gathering


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    "Boss, have you made headlines in the media?"


    Guo Shouyun, who was having breakfast, took a brief glance at the newspaper that Matthew brought, and then threw it aside. Whether it��s the Clippers-Lakers game, or his reappearance in public after a year of hiatus, it��s a news breaking point for the news media that can attract the public��s attention. It��s no wonder they don��t report it.


    "Is the car ready?"


    "Already prepared!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, ate the last bit of breakfast on the plate, and then stood up after wiping his mouth with a tissue.


    "I''m going to change clothes and get down soon!"


    "Yes!"


    ��


    Pebble Beach Golf Course, one of the most popular courses around Los Angeles, Guo Shouyun didn''t come to much. But he did like the view and atmosphere here. Therefore, if it is in Los Angeles, he usually chooses the location here, and this time was no exception.


    "boom!"


    Watching the white golf ball draw a graceful curve and fly to the distant hole, Guo Shouyun showed a satisfied smile on his face. His golf skills are much better now than before.


    "Boss, they''re here!"


    Matthew came over and reminded respectfully.


    "understood!"


    After throwing the club to him, and taking off the glove on his right hand, Guo Shouyun looked at the convertible driving in the distance. He waved from a distance, the car came slowly, and then stopped three meters away from him.


    Timothy Geithner and Michael Davis, already in their tracksuits, came down from above.


    "Bruce, we are not late, you are early!"


    Michael Davis laughed.


    "Of course! To greet you two distinguished guests, of course you have to come earlier!"


    After hugging Michael Davis, Guo Shouyun held Timothy Geithner''s right hand behind him.


    "Timothy, congratulations! The president of the New York Fed is a great position!"


    "This is just a rumor, I don''t know if it will succeed in the end!"


    Having said that, Timothy Geithner, who was used to showing a cold face, couldn''t help but twitch the corners of his mouth.


    "I believe that the Federal Reserve will not turn a blind eye to a good financial genius! Also, our friends will not turn a blind eye, and where we can help, we will not stand by!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, who was smiling and more calm and confident than before, Timothy Geithner nodded. Although he is not very good at communication, he also understands that if he wants to go a long way in politics, he must have enough connections and financial resources to support him. Guo Shouyun, who has been with him for many years, is undoubtedly the best choice. Therefore, he does not reject tying up with the interests of the other party, which is good for everyone.


    After getting his satisfactory response, Guo Shouyun patted Timothy''s forearm and handed the club over.


    "Come on, let''s play two rounds first. ... Recently, my game skills have soared, and I must get back all the face I lost before!"


    "Bruce, I won''t show mercy!" Michael Davis laughed.


    "Michael, you won''t be complacent for long!"


    Guo Shouyun said unceremoniously.


    After knowing each other for two years, the two sides are already familiar enough with each other, so there are also a lot of unnecessary politeness in the conversation.


    The three of them put on a stance, and after you and I played for a while, the topic of chat gradually shifted from golf to their respective concerns.


    "Bruce, are you going to make another big move recently?" Michael Davis asked.


    "Why do you ask?"


    Guo Shouyun stopped.


    "You''ve been secluded at home for a year, and now you''re suddenly in Los Angeles. A lot of people are speculating that you might have a new move in the financial markets!"


    Looking at Michael, and noticing Timothy Geithner who put his club down next to him and set his eyes on him, Guo Shouyun realized that even though he lived in seclusion for a year, the attention of the outside world, especially the upper echelons, did not decrease. Michael and Timothy are just a few of these people.


    However, this is not surprising. In 2001, he stirred the situation in the gold market twice, generating $46.762 billion in revenue for the entire Thunder Fund! This number has surpassed that of Swiss banks and entered the top 60 of the world''s top 500! Compared with the foundation laid by the latter for hundreds of years, Guo Shouyun''s Thunder Fund has only been established for two years. Moreover, the profit margin is dozens of times more than the latter. No one can ignore such achievements.


    The two golden wars in 2001 made Guo Shouyun famous. In the financial world of the United States and even the world, he has received no less attention than financial giants such as Buffett, Soros, and Jim Rogers. It is only inferior to these giants accumulated over the years in terms of influence.


    Under the close attention of the two, Guo Shouyun did not rush to answer, but thumped the golf ball on the bottom of his feet first.


    "Michael, Timothy, how did you see me playing this ball?"


    "Bruce, your game has really improved a lot. But you know, we don''t even want to watch you play right now!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I want to say that I''m just here to participate in Sony''s celebration party, by the way, to see the development of the matrix, do you believe it?"


    "I believe it. But other people may not believe it. After all, you haven''t been to parties in the past few years, let alone a celebration like Sony!"


    Guo Shouyun shrugged.


    "What I''m saying is the truth. As for whether others believe it or not, that''s not something I have to consider!"


    "Well, you always do your own way!" Michael Davis laughed.


    "That''s because I don''t want to waste my time and energy on things that don''t really matter. After all, business and family matters are enough for me. ... That''s right, Michael. Your governorship, if I remember correctly. Coming soon?"


    "Well! After Christmas this year, I''m going to step down!"


    "What are your plans for the future?"


    "I haven''t made up my mind yet. Maybe I''ll travel for a while, then become a lawyer or find a university teacher!"


    Michael Davis has a Juris Doctor from the University of Washington, and it is not difficult for him to be a lawyer or to teach at a university.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and pondered for a moment, "If you want, you can come to Guo''s Charity Fund."


    "Guo''s Charity Foundation?"


    "Hmm! Mata has resigned, the foundation needs a new manager, and I think you''re a good fit!"


    The Kwok Charitable Foundation is not well known or even known to the general American public. But in high society, it was a big name. Because it owns a lot of coveted assets. Matrix, Phoenix, Apple, Merrill Lynch, Google, etc., are among the many charitable funds under Guo Shouyun''s holding the largest assets, with a conservative estimate of about 8 billion US dollars. It is conservative because many companies are not listed and cannot make detailed asset assessments.


    "Bruce, are you serious?"


    "Of course! However, as the manager of the foundation, you only have the right to use 5% of the donation. The management and use of the rest of the assets are handled by a professional trust!"


    Friends are friends, some things must be made clear first.


    Michael Davis nodded. He is not surprised by the way the ''Guo''s Charity Fund'' is managed. Because American charitable foundations operate in the same way, they are donations in name, but they are actually an investment institution set up for tax avoidance and asset appreciation.


    "I said yes. Great job!"


    "Don''t think about it anymore?"


    "Don''t think about it! For a retired governor like me, whether you are a lawyer or a teacher, you can''t make as much money as working for you. Besides, being a charity is much easier than being a lawyer and a professor."


    In fact, in addition to what Michael Davis said, being the manager of Guo''s Charity Fund can also enhance his popularity and influence. At the same time, it can also shorten the relationship between him and Guo Shouyun. After dating for more than two years, he is very optimistic about the future of this young man. Whether it is for himself or for his descendants, making good friends with each other is a choice that he will not regret.


    "Hehe, that''s good. As for the salary, it will definitely satisfy you!"


    Michael Davis invested in Guo Shouyun''s future, and Guo Shouyun took a fancy to the rich contacts accumulated by Michael Davis'' two California governors.


    "Timothy, the U.S. federal funds rate fell another 25 basis points this month!"


    "Didn''t you expect it long ago?"


    "I''m just curious to what extent it can drop." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "why?"


    Timothy Geithner cherishes words like gold. But his character is like this, whether it''s Guo Shouyun or Michael Davis, who knows him, it''s no surprise.


    "Because I don''t want to miss the chance!"


    Looking at his deep and mysterious eyes, Timothy Geithner''s eyes flashed, "Bruce, the fall in the federal funds rate has the greatest impact on the commodity market. Commodities are all-encompassing, but what interests you should be It''s finance and futures!"


    "Why? I''m also very interested in real estate!" Guo Shouyun smiled lightly.


    "You don''t have much interest in real estate if you look at the scope of your company''s business. Unless it''s... derivative bonds!"


    Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank, and he somewhat underestimated the ability of one of the "Big Three" of the Fed in the later period. Being able to lead the United States out of the shadow of the subprime mortgage crisis with his talent, Timothy Geithner''s wisdom should not be underestimated. He actually guessed his approximate goal with just a few words of his own.


    "Bruce, are you really interested in real estate derivative bonds?" Michael Davis said quickly.


    After a brief consideration, he didn''t hide it. Because what he is really interested in is the subprime mortgage in the real estate derivative bonds, and the "credit default swap" extended from the subprime mortgage, referred to as CDS! Even more poisonous compound CDS than CDS!


    "There is interest. From 1998 to the present, US housing prices have risen by 37%, and half of them have risen this year. This means that since the end of 1988, the third wave of US housing prices has come. The cycle of rising. For such an expansive market, I am very interested in participating." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Lower federal funds rate, huge amount of money flowing into the market, rising house prices. Bruce, it looks like you''re going to make a lot of money again!" Michael Davis sighed.


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "I''m just making a little tailwind money. The real moneymakers are mortgage lenders such as Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, and Northern Rock Bank, as well as investors such as Merrill Lynch, Bear Stearns, Citigroup, and Morgan Stanley. bank."


    "You also have a Phoenix company under your banner. With its strength, you can form or even acquire an investment bank with influence in the United States! Or... do you plan to take Merrill Lynch directly?"


    Timothy Geithner''s wisdom made Guo Shouyun, who was prepared, stunned for a moment.


    Looking at the clear eyes of the other party, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, then shook his head slightly, "Merrill is very good, but I don''t have such thoughts right now!"


    Timothy heard his overtones, and after the corners of his mouth trembled a few times, he did not continue to ask. After all, the future corporate strategy involves huge exchange of interests and countless wisdom considerations. Once it is leaked, it will be an irreparable loss. He can guarantee his secrecy, but he can''t replace Michael Davis. Therefore, key information is not asked for export.


    The meeting with the two lasted until four o''clock in the afternoon before leaving together. Timothy Geithner and Michael Davis have their own business, and Guo Shouyun is also going to attend the Sony Celebration Party at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills tonightHoward, congratulations, congratulations. It seems that your Sony not only has a big box office sale of "The Da Vinci Code", but today''s celebration has packed the entire Hollywood, including Disney, Universal and other giants are here! "


    Looking at his old friend walking towards him, Howard Stringer shook his head with a wry smile. Before joining Sony, he worked for CBS for 30 years, and his relationship with William Schiff, the current president of the company, was even closer, so he was more relaxed when facing each other.


    "They''re not here for Sony!"


    William Schiffer was stunned for a moment and then suddenly understood, "Is the news that the financial genius who disappeared for more than a year is coming?"


    "Um!"


    "I didn''t expect you Sony to have such a big face, and even this one is invited. He rarely attends this kind of banquet!"


    "I didn''t expect that I just sent an invitation letter out of politeness, and the other party actually agreed?"


    "Hehe, isn''t this a good thing? Usually, this person is someone who can''t be invited!"


    William Schiffer''s eyes flashed. As the president of CBS, he actually covets the financial genius. If you can invite the other party to the company for an interview, the ratings will definitely skyrocket.


    "It''s a good thing, but if there are too many people grabbing it, it''s not a good thing! Besides, it''s not just Hollywood that wants to get this opportunity!"


    "What''s the meaning?"


    "Are you looking over there?"


    Looking in the direction of his old friend''s finger, William Schiff showed a hint of surprise on his face!


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 Chapter 321： unexpected meeting

    Chapter 321 An unexpected meeting


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    "Tracy Murray, Somera Samako, when did the managers of the California Pension Fund and Paul Investments become interested in movies?"


    "People are not optimistic about the movie, but the financial genius!" Howard Stringer said.


    "...The one who hasn''t moved for more than a year, and now suddenly came to Los Angeles, many people speculate that he has seen an opportunity to make huge profits! So, except for those top financial institutions that have their own channels. Los Angeles, and even the vast majority of California The heads of some small and medium-sized financial institutions are here today."


    "No wonder there are so many people present today, it turns out that most of them are not for you Sony!" William Schiffer laughed.


    Howard Stringer didn''t care about his friend''s ridicule.


    "Two and a half years since the establishment of Thunder Fund, the average annual revenue is nearly 24 billion US dollars, and the return on investment is 179%. If it were me, I would not miss such an opportunity!"


    William Schiffer nodded in agreement.


    Just then, a young man in a black suit hurried over.


    "Boss, Mr. Guo is here!"


    Howard Stringer was shocked, and quickly said: "William, I have to excuse me first!"


    "I understand! You are the protagonist today!"


    After Howard nodded, he quickly turned and left. Looking at his back, he also understood the cause of the matter, after a little pondering, he lifted his heels up.


    Howard Stringer, who came in a hurry, saw the young man walking in surrounded by the crowd, wearing a dark blue suit and white shirt, with white temples, and a vicissitudes of life in his stable temperament, he quickly extended his right hand.


    "Mr. Guo, welcome!"


    "Hello, Mr Stringer!"


    After briefly looking at the middle-aged man in front of him, Guo Shouyun smiled and held the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out.


    "Mr. Guo can take time out of his busy schedule to participate in the celebration of Sony Pictures'' "The Da Vinci Code", it is our honor!"


    "Mr. Stringer, you''re welcome. "The Da Vinci Code" is my work. Now that it''s on the screen, it''s an honor to be loved by fans. And for that, I''d like to thank Stringer Sir and Sony."


    "The fact that "The Da Vinci Code" has such a high box office is also due to Mr. Guo''s own excellence. With such excellent performance, coupled with the cooperation of our excellent screenwriters, directors, production and distribution departments at Sony Pictures, we can Dedicate a wonderful movie to movie fans all over the world. So, Mr. Guo. We at Sony Pictures are very much looking forward to working with you again to bring more exciting movies to movie fans all over the world!" Howard Stringer''s eyes The light shines through.


    "Sony Pictures'' film production and publicity capabilities are indeed excellent, but I think Time Warner is the best!"


    Before Guo Shouyun could speak, a familiar voice came in.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s been a long time!"


    Ted Turner reached out hastily. Now is not the time when Matrix Films and Time Warner just cooperated more than two years ago. At that time, Time Warner, which had just merged with AOL, had a market value of more than 200 billion US dollars and was known as the largest media company in the world. Correspondingly, the assets of Matrix Pictures are less than 100 million. Guo Shouyun''s personal assets are only a fraction of Time Warner''s market value.


    But now, the positions of the two sides are completely reversed. Time Warner has been dragged down by AOL, and its market value has dropped to less than $50 billion today. The corresponding matrix company, because more than a dozen films such as "Harry Potter", "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Fifty Shades of Grey" and so on, have soared in asset value, and now it has a quarter of Time Warner''s level and more potential.


    Not to mention Guo Shouyun as the boss. According to McKinsey''s report, Guo Shouyun''s seven major companies, including Matrix, Apple, Google, Ruby, Phoenix, Guo''s, and Enron Pacific, are conservatively estimated to have an asset value of more than $75 billion. Even after deducting the debt, it is close to $40 billion! That number is even higher when you count those holdings in Amazon, eBay, Merrill Lynch, and more.


    In just over two years, the positions of the two sides were completely reversed. Even, in order to stabilize the market value of Time Warner, he has to compromise to win a lot of votes in Guo Shouyun''s hands, the popular film and television adaptation rights that have proven its value, especially the "Harry Potter" series.


    "It''s been a while, Mr. Turner!"


    Guo Shouyun held the opponent''s right hand.


    Howard Stringer, who heard the refutation, wanted to fight back, but the giants of Universal, MGM, Disney, and 20th Century Fox came to say hello, so he had to stop. Because he has so many enemies, it is impossible for him to target all of them.


    As more and more people gathered around, Guo Shouyun became the focus of the whole banquet.


    "I didn''t expect him to be so popular, and the Hollywood film and television giants all surrounded him!" The woman wearing a red evening dress with a hint of elegance in her temperament said annoyed.


    "Audrey, what, you also want to meet this tycoon?"


    Diane Kruger teases her girlfriend.


    "Of course. Handsome, handsome, talented and rich, and still young. It''s the best person for a boyfriend and husband!" After finishing the words, Audrey Tautou turned around, "Diane, you don''t want to know him. ?"


    "Of course. But as you can see, we didn''t even have a chance to say hello!"


    "There will always be an opportunity, the key is how to seize it!"


    Kate Winslet apparently has ideas for Aaron, too.


    However, just as they were teasing each other, they didn''t notice the female companion who was sitting beside them. She got up and walked towards Guo Shouyun in the crowd.


    "Nicole...?"


    "Nicole went straight over!"


    "My God, she''s so bold!"


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    "Hello, Mr. Guo. I''m Tracy Murray, the manager of the California Pension Fund."


    "Hello!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "I didn''t expect Sony Pictures'' celebration party to be attended by people from the financial industry!"


    "California Pension Fund is also one of Sony''s shareholders. Although it has not entered the board of directors, we have to congratulate for something like a celebration party!"


    "Really? Then Paul Investment Fund is also a shareholder of Sony?"


    Standing on the side, Paul Investment Fund CEO Somera Samak smiled slightly, "No. I heard that Mr. Guo is coming over this time, so I specially asked Mr. Stringer for two qualifications to participate in this banquet. "


    "Oh, it''s my honor to say that!"


    "Mr. Guo is polite. It''s just that I have a few questions that I would like to consult with Mr. Guo, and I hope that Mr. Guo can give me some advice!"


    "Okay! Go ahead."


    Guo Shouyun nodded indifferently.


    "Mr. Guo, now gold has been hovering around $270, do you think there will be a big rally before the end of the year?"


    "I will tell you that I am optimistic about the future of gold, but I will not tell you when it comes to the specific time. Because, I myself have no absolute certainty."


    Somerla Samak flashed lightly, "Thank you very much for your answer. Then, when you come to Los Angeles this time, besides participating in Sony''s celebration party, is there anything else? If so, our Paul Investment Fund is very willing to help. "


    "Our California pension fund will too!"


    "And our Soest Fund!"��


    The managers of six or seven foundations spoke one after another, as if they were afraid that they would lose their benefits after falling behind.


    "Everyone, I came to Los Angeles this time for no special purpose other than participating in Sony''s celebration party. So I appreciate your kindness!"


    Guo Shouyun knew exactly what these people were thinking. However, don''t say that he really didn''t have any special purpose in coming here this time, even if he did, he wouldn''t say it in public here.


    "Mr. Guo...!"


    "Mr. Guo, can I spare you a few minutes?"


    A charming voice suddenly broke in from the periphery. This is different from the hoarse and rich voice of a man, and the familiarity in it, which makes Guo Shouyun turn his eyes subconsciously.


    "is her!"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment when he saw the familiar Jiao Tu. Immediately reacted quickly, and nodded at the same time.


    "certainly."


    After noticing the crowd surrounding him, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Everyone, I''ve been chatting with you for so long. Is it time for me to chat with Miss Nicole. After all, she''s an actress I like very much, and she''s very beautiful!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun made a look on his face that a man could understand.


    "Alright, then we won''t disturb Mr. Guo!"


    "I wish Mr. Guo and Miss Nicole a nice chat!"��


    These media giants and financial tycoons are accustomed to the romance between Hollywood actresses and the super-rich. So most of them left with a smile.


    "Miss Nicole, please!"


    Nicole Kidman nodded, followed Guo Shouyun to an empty table next to him and sat down.


    Although he could feel the strong envy and jealousy in the eyes around him, Nicole Kidman didn''t take it to heart. She came this time with her own special purpose.


    Guo Shouyun was about to say something after sitting down when he saw the other party open his Kun bag and took out a few pieces of paper and six or seven photos. Then watch Nicole Kidman unfold the papers and photos in front of her.


    "these are��?"


    "These are drawings by my children on the paper, and I took the pictures for them!"


    When the words fell, Nicole Kidman''s face showed a touch of complexity, looking at the man who was looking at these graffiti and photos.


    "Congratulations, you have three very lovely children."


    "thanks!"


    "What are their names!"


    Looking at the three children in the photo with Nicole Kidman in his arms, Guo Shouyun asked subconsciously.


    "This is Kane, this is William, this is Alice. Two boys, one girl! They are triplets!"


    Speaking of which, Nicole Kidman''s face showed a tenderness unique to motherhood.


    "congratulations!"


    "Thanks! ... Can you write some words of encouragement to the north of these drawings and photos? They love you so much!"


    "Like me?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise. He is not a movie star, nor is he a political celebrity, and he is not usually in the limelight. How could these three apparently three-year-old little babies like themselves?


    But seeing the request in Nicole Kidman''s eyes, and looking at the three little babes in the photo who made him inexplicably like, Guo Shouyun nodded inexplicably.


    "What should I write?"


    "Just write ''I hope they grow up healthy I hope they will study hard in the future and become an excellent person'', and so on!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took the pen handed over by Nicole, and wrote behind these paintings and photos.


    "All right!"


    "Can you write it again in Chinese?"


    "Chinese?"


    "right!"


    Nicole Kidman nodded affirmatively.


    "All right!"


    This time Guo Shouyun did not refuse.


    After a long while, Guo Shouyun buttoned his pen, "Is this all right?"


    "OK, thank you!"


    Nicole Kidman nodded with joy, picked up each painting and photo and looked at it, then carefully folded it and reassembled it.


    Soon, Nicole Kidman, who had packed her Kun bag, stood up.


    "you��!"


    "Mr. Guo, thank you very much, farewell!"


    When the words fell, he took a deep look at the handsome and calm man in front of him, as if to imprint him in his heart.


    And her expression made Guo Shouyun even more surprised. But before he could ask, he quickly turned around and walked towards the exit of the banquet hall. His slender and plump back disappeared at the corner of the door.


    "Shh!"


    Guo Shouyun let out a breath and slowly shook his head. This time, the meeting with Nicole Kidman was completely without the tenderness and sweetness he imagined, and there was only confusion left!


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 Chapter 322： slaughtered warner

    Chapter 322 Warner who was slaughtered


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    Just after watching Nicole Kidman leave, the phone in Guo Shouyun''s pocket suddenly rang.


    After taking a look at the caller ID, he pressed the answer button.


    "Rebecca, is something wrong?"


    "BOSS, Vidiwang has changed his mind. They are willing to continue negotiating with us on the project of selling the ''Vidiwang Environment''!" Rebecca Mark''s tone was filled with uncontrollable excitement.


    "What''s going on? How did Vidiwang''s strategic development direction take such a big turn?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    If it is said that the previous crisis management plan of Vidiwang is to sell the redundant media and telecommunications business and return to traditional businesses such as water treatment, waste recycling, and energy. So now it is obvious that the plan is to sell the traditional business and directly transform into a media and telecommunications-based enterprise.


    "The original CEO of Vidivan, Jean-Marie Messier, was dismissed by the board. In his place, the CEO of Vidione was replaced by Jean-Rene Fortou, the president of Vidivan Telecom."


    Guo Shouyun was stunned.


    "No wonder there is such a big change, it turned out to be a change of ''head''!" After pondering for a while, "I see, you should continue to talk with them first."


    "BOSS, the new CEO of Vidiwang wants to talk to you in person!"


    "Talk to me in person?"


    "Yes!"


    "why?"


    "The other party didn''t say anything!"


    "Got it. I''ll go to France the day after tomorrow!" After a brief thought, Guo Shouyun quickly made a decision in his heart.


    After continuing to ask Rebecca Mark for some details, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. Vidiwang changed course, I was afraid that many media companies he wanted would not be able to continue to acquire. Fortunately, he has another new option.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s been a long time!"


    The guests who had been eyeing him for a long time did not give Guo Shouyun much time for him to think.


    "Mr. Morita!"


    Looking at Morita Ieyasu standing in front of him, Guo Shouyun showed a hint of surprise on his face.


    "It seems that Mr. Guo was surprised to see me here?"


    Saying that, Morita Ieyasu handed over another glass of red wine in his hand.


    "Thank you!" After taking it, "it''s really a bit of a surprise."


    "Do you still remember what we talked about a year ago, Mr. Guo?"


    Guo Shouyun moved in his heart and nodded.


    "of course I remember!"


    He originally planned to cooperate with the other party. After all, whether it is Wu Daozi''s "Golden Bridge", or the Song Dynasty Ru Yao pen wash, and Rembrandt''s "Saul and David", they are all top works of art he likes very much. Moreover, he also wants to use the other party to lay a wedge inside Sony for the future! It''s just that after Molly''s accident, Guo Shouyun, who was full of sadness, had no intention of doing anything else, and he left the matter behind. Now that the other party''s old affairs are brought up again, the memory of the past reappears in Guo Shouyun''s mind.


    "That''s good. I wonder if Mr. Guo is willing to continue thinking about it?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled slightly when he saw Ieyasu Morita, who had a look of anticipation in his eyes.


    "Of course I would!"


    "Great, Mr. Guo, how are we talking here?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and the two found a seat in the rest area next to them and sat down.


    Most of the people in the entire banquet hall saw this scene. After all, the one who received the most attention among all the people present was Guo Shouyun, a financial tycoon who had been concerned by the upper class in the United States for a long time.


    "What''s wrong?"


    "I didn''t expect them to know each other?" Howard Stringer frowned slightly.


    After following his gaze, William Schiffer''s face showed a hint of surprise.


    "The son who always wanted to take your place?"


    "Yeah! ... I looked down on him before!"


    After looking at him, William Schiffer smiled, "If he can really get on the line with Bruce Guo and get the business, what are you going to do?"


    "Of course it is to be perfect!" Howard Stringer smiled lightly.


    "I thought you would destroy it!"


    "Idei Fukayuki and Sony''s board of directors are not fools. Moreover, with Morita Ieyasu''s ability, the most promising place for him to succeed, or what Bruce Guo is willing to share, is the media, or movies. As long as this matter If it succeeds, it is Sony Pictures that benefits in the end. As the CEO of Sony Pictures, I will get the greatest credit. So, why should I destroy it?��


    Howard Stringer''s method is classic conspiracy, and no matter what you do, the greatest benefit goes to me.


    Looking at his friend who was winning, William Schiffer nodded slightly and continued: "Aren''t you afraid that he will set a trap for you? After all, not every movie will be popular. Once something happens, as the CEO of Sony Pictures, the You are also the most responsible!"


    "Of course it is possible. But old man, do you think I would make such a low-level mistake after working in the media industry for more than 30 years?"


    After taking a deep look at each other, William Schiffer smiled.


    "of course not!"


    No one knows the talent of this old friend better than him. If it weren''t for the solidification of CBS''s internal hierarchy, he would never have been able to give him the position of CEO, and the other party would not have jumped to Sony Pictures back then. Moreover, after he became the CEO of Sony Pictures, the experience of leading the company to turn losses into profits in less than half a year is enough to prove his talent in the company''s operations.


    "...But, that''s what you''re looking at?"


    Howard Stringer narrowed his eyes slightly, "Once I pass, the old foxes from Warner and Universal will join in as well. Just leave it to Ieyasu Morita. If he can really get a cooperation project from Bruce Guo, he will be fine with me. It''s the best thing for Sony."


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    "Mr. Guo...!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted Morita Ieyasu''s next words with a wave of his hand, and took the initiative in his own hands.


    "In terms of games, we can cooperate with Sony for the announcement of the matrix games "Counter-Strike" and "Half-Life". For movies, the announcement of the "Spider-Man" series can be handed over to you, but the production cannot be done!"


    Although Matrix is ??developing rapidly, with his presence, he also reserves a large number of scripts that can create huge profits. However, in terms of key publicity, there is always a huge gap with world-class media giants such as Disney, Sony, and Paramount, which have been established for hundreds of years.


    Therefore, whether it is "Harry Potter" or "Pirates of the Caribbean", and the upcoming "National Treasure", any blockbuster with a production cost of over 100 million will cooperate with these giants in terms of publicity and distribution. Therefore, even if it is not Sony, "Spider-Man" will have another partner. Now, since Morita Ieyasu is willing to ''destroy his family'' and give himself a greater advantage, there is no problem with cooperating with Sony.


    "...In addition, in terms of conditions, in addition to the required terms, I hope to take back the copyright of "Ghost Rider"?"


    ""Ghost Rider"?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    In the 1990s, in order to avoid bankruptcy, Marvel sold out all the classic comic characters it had created over the years. For the sake of the future Marvel universe, Guo Shouyun, who acquired Marvel, of course has the responsibility and obligation to take these characters back.


    Now, "Spider-Man", as well as the affiliated character copyrights such as Doctor Octopus, Venom, Mysterio, have been recovered as early as when the two parties exchanged the copyright of "The Da Vinci Code". The only Marvel copyright still in Sony''s hands is "Ghost Rider"!


    "I promise you!"


    Morita Ieyasu nodded quickly He doesn''t have much concept of movies. I just feel that compared to the "Spider-Man" with a production cost of hundreds of millions, a "Ghost Rider" that has never been heard of is naturally not distressed.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "After you go back, discuss it with Stringer. If you agree, you can go to the matrix with him to talk to Buddy!"


    "Oh, yes, remember what you promised me!"


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun got up and walked towards the location of the Hollywood giants. He deliberately took time out to participate in this Sony celebration, not to play.


    "Mr. Turner, can we have a chat?"


    "Of course, it''s my pleasure!"


    After Ted Turner responded, he turned around and followed Guo Shouyun to find a relatively secluded corner and sat down.


    "Mr. Guo, I would like to understand your attitude regarding the continued cooperation between The Matrix and Time Warner in the production of "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" and "Pirates of the Caribbean 2 Soul Coffin"?"


    Ted Turner didn''t make any detours, he sat down and got straight to the point. It''s no wonder he is like this. Now the entire executives of AOL Time Warner are regretting it. Why didn''t they directly sign the cooperation agreement for the entire series of the two movies?


    "Harry Potter and the Philosopher''s Stone", "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl", one is nearly 1 billion, the other is nearly 700 million, this is still just the box office, if you add video tapes, DVDs and TV-on-demand, etc. Peripheral words can also bring double or even more revenue. In the face of such huge profits, no one can ignore it.


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 Chapter 323： exchange copyright

    Chapter 323 Exchange Copyright


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    Of course, now that the world sees the value of these two films, it''s too late for Warners to regret it. I can only endure the exploitation of Guo Shouyun, a powerful ''Party A''!


    "The cooperation between Matrix and Warner is very effective. I have no objection to the cooperation between the two parties. However, compared with Warner, Sony''s conditions seem to be better!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Ted Turner frowned, he saw Guo Shouyun''s chat with Morita Ieyasu just now, so he did not doubt Guo Shouyun''s words.


    "Mr. Guo, the cooperation between our two sides has already established a certain foundation, which will save a lot of precious time and energy for the production of the sequels of the following two films. In addition, if there are conditions, the conditions that Time Warner gave to Mr. Guo will not Worse than Sony!"


    "Really? But Sony said they won''t be involved in the production of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets and Pirates of the Caribbean: Man''s Soul, as long as the distribution rights, and agreed to limit the publisher''s share to 8% of the North American box office, plus 15% of peripheral income such as North American video tapes.��


    Hearing this, Ted Turner''s brows furrowed even tighter. Generally speaking, the distribution of Hollywood distributors is not fixed. For film companies and producers who have no strength and reputation, in order to transfer risks and their own interests, of course, they must be severely exploited.


    But for producers who already have a certain strength, the distributor''s share is generally 10%~15%, and then the video tapes, DVDs, TV on demand and other peripherals are divided into about 20~35%. Of course, the exact amount depends on the outcome of the negotiations between the two parties.


    However, such a condition is not Ted Time Warner''s goal, but it is not just content to be a publisher.


    After taking a deep breath, Ted Turner said solemnly: "Mr. Guo, we can sit here, I believe everyone is sincere about cooperation. So, you can state your conditions, if you are in Warner Bros. We will meet within the permitted limits. But if it is too much, then we are sorry. We will not sign a contract that will cost us money!��


    Although as the ''Party B'' of the contract, facing a strong ''Party A'' will make Ted Turner feel extra aggrieved. But helplessly, AOL Time Warner is now facing internal and external troubles. It is extremely demanding for movie projects that can attract money, especially the best movie projects. As the company''s president, he has to compromise.


    However, in order to avoid Guo Shouyun''s lion''s big mouth, Ted Turner also toughened at the end. Of course, no one could hear how much there was a sternness in it.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and looked at the man sitting opposite him, with a depressed look in his eyes. To be honest, when he remembered Ted Turner''s aloof appearance when he first met each other, compared to the current situation where he had to bow his head in front of him, he was still very happy. There is quite a sense of success after the revenge of "30 years of Hedong and 30 years of Hexi".


    However, now Guo Shouyun has gone through a series of changes and will no longer be swaying his decisions because of his emotions. After nearly three years of layout, he will not miss a good opportunity to cut meat from the fat pig of AOL Time Warner in the quagmire.


    "I can continue to work with Warner under my previous contract. But...I hope I can buy TBS, C TV, Warner Records and DC Comics!"


    "impossible!"


    After being stunned for a while, Ted Turner, who reacted, said angrily.


    After noticing that because his voice was too loud, he attracted the attention of everyone around him, he took a deep breath and managed to calm down a lot.


    "Mr. Guo, Warner will not sell its core assets."


    "Really? If you don''t sell assets, how will Warner survive the current predicament? I heard that your loss in the third quarter has exceeded 3 billion US dollars!"


    Ted Turner''s face was ashen, and his wide eyes stared at the smiling guy opposite him, his expression as if he had eaten a dead fly and was suffocating.


    Nearly three years since the Nasdaq crisis broke out, AOL Time Warner, once the largest media conglomerate, has been crippled by AOL. Every time the board of directors, people on both sides quarrel with each other. Selling assets for self-help has also been discussed countless times. Therefore, Guo Shouyun''s words are hitting the weakest point of AOL Time Warner.


    "Warner has indeed encountered difficulties now, but we have not yet reached the point of selling assets." Ted Turner said coldly.


    "Don''t be too busy to refuse, you can go back and discuss with Warner''s executives before replying to me. However, let me remind you first. If you want to get the next contract for the two series of movies, you must give up at least two companies. It''s up to you to decide which one it is." After the words were finished, Guo Shouyun stood up, "Mr. Turner, I am waiting for your good news. Goodbye!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s back, Ted Turner''s face was a little ugly. However, when everyone was talking about it, he calmed down his mind and left in a hurry with his assistant.


    This time I came to Sony''s celebration party to meet Guo Shouyun and discuss the cooperation between the two parties. Now that there is a result, there is no need to continue to stay.


    Looking at Ted Turner, who had an ugly face and hurried away, everyone was wondering what the two sides had just talked about. However, they soon noticed that Guo Shouyun once again found John Leschel, the president of Paramount.


    "Mr. Leschel, the Matrix wants to work on two films with Paramount."


    "Oh, it''s our pleasure!"


    Seeing John Lescher smiling brightly, as if you actually delivered it to your door, Guo Shouyun also laughed along with it.


    "You know, we have a lot of options. Especially after Sony and Time Warner talked about it, they''ve made great offers."


    "Mr. Guo, please rest assured, our Paramount conditions will definitely be better than theirs!"


    "I believe this. However, Sony promised that they, as the distributor, would only ask for 8% of the North American box office, plus 15% of the North American videotape and other peripheral income as the distribution fee. They also returned the copyright of "Ghost Rider" to the matrix. And Time Warner is more generous, and they are willing to sell me TBS, C TV, Warner Records and DC Comics. By comparison, what price is Paramount willing to pay?��


    Although all the above things are unknown, this does not prevent Guo Shouyun from fooling Paramount.


    John Leschel frowned indifferently.


    He has seen the contacts between Sony and Time Warner and Guo Shouyun before. Although he had some doubts about the truth in those words just now, he did not doubt that Guo Shouyun must have received promises from Warner and Sony other than the terms of cooperation. For example: the copyright of "Ghost Rider", such as C TV and Warner Records.


    "What does Mr. Guo want from Paramount?"


    John Leschel didn''t bother to guess, but asked directly.


    "Copyright of Thor!"


    Fortunately, the copyright of "Iron Man" is now in Xinxian''s hands, and Guo Shouyun has already taken it back in advance. But the crucial "Thor" copyright is in the hands of Paramount.


    As one of the most familiar protagonists of the Marvel universe, "Thor" must not be missed.


    "Then Mr. Guo is willing to exchange those two movies?"


    "The last two of "National Treasure"!"


    A look of joy appeared on John Leschel''s face. As one of Guo Shouyun''s best-selling series, he is no stranger to the title of "National Treasure", and even read it himself. Although the first "National Treasure" co-produced by Matrix and Warner has not yet been released, based on his years of experience, as long as the other party''s finished film is above the standard, then there are accumulated fans, and this film will inevitably be a hit.


    John Leschel didn''t ask how Warners would deal with the loss of the last two National Treasures. He accidentally remembered another question.


    "Mr. Guo, taking back the copyright of "Thor" is also to arrange it into a movie, right?"


    Guo Shouyun did not hide it, and this was something that could not be concealed.


    "That''s right."


    "We Paramount are willing to cooperate with Matrix in this regard!"


    "This old fox!" Guo Shouyun thought.


    "Yes! However, the copyright must belong to the matrix! Moreover, it is limited to the first part."


    In order to get back the copyright of "Thor", Guo Shouyun doesn''t mind paying some price.


    "Mr. Guo, Paramount has a mature production department and a reliable global publicity system. I think we can cooperate in all aspects on the "Thor" series!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled faintly I have already paid for the last two volumes of "National Treasure". With only one "Thor" copyright, why should Paramount ask for more! "


    "Don''t you need it?" John Leschel smiled.


    "I need it. But I can also give up."


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun did not give the other party a chance to continue speaking.


    "You can discuss it with Paramount''s executives after you go back. I''ll wait for your answer. If you want more, pay a higher price, otherwise, just follow mine."


    After talking about Paramount, Guo Shouyun continued to attack 20th Century Fox, which has the most Marvel copyrights. In order to recover the copyrights sold by Marvel, he wasted his time all night wrangling with these old fritters.


    Fortunately, he acquired Marvel earlier, otherwise in 2005, when Marvel sold more copyrights, it would be more troublesome to acquire it again.


    It was not until the end of Sony''s celebration party that the neglected financial people and Hollywood male and female stars were unwilling to leave. Originally, they all came to see Guo Shouyun, or the senior management of major film and television companies, by the way, to build relationships and expand their network. As a result, Guo Shouyun was ''pushed away'' one by one. That''s right, it''s ''getting away'', because every time he talks with a corporate giant, the other party will leave in a hurry, with only a few exceptions.


    Those who have not talked to Guo Shouyun are very curious about what the two sides talked about. But no one gave them an answer until the banquet was over.


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 Chapter 324： 2 factions conflict

    Chapter 324 The conflict between the two factions


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    "This... Boss, will your request be too harsh, will Warner agree?"


    Buddy Morris couldn''t help being shocked after listening to Guo Shouyun.


    "TBS and DC Comics may be difficult, but C TV and Warner Records shouldn''t have much problem." Guo Shouyun laughed.


    Throwing aside America Online, which has been reduced to slag, there are now three of the most coveted assets of AOL Time Warner. They are: HBO, Turner Broadcasting and Warner Bros.


    HBO, as we all know, is Time Warner''s pay-TV network, which was founded in 1972 and has 35 million total subscribers after more than two decades of development. 90% of the U.S. pay-TV channel market. This means that at least 9 out of 10 paying subscribers to US TV channels regularly watch HBO, making it the dominant pay TV channel.


    Turner Broadcasting Corporation, an entertainment, sports and news company, produces and distributes a variety of programming. Turner owns cable channels and their brand extensions, including CNN, TBS, Turner Classic Movies (TCM), truTV, Cartoon Network and TNT. Turner''s brands and sub-brands have broad audiences both domestically and internationally.


    Especially CNN, which is a world-class TV news network in the United States that can be as famous as ABC, NBC, and CBS.


    Finally, there is Warner Bros. In addition to thousands of theaters around the world, Warner Records and DC Comics are all its subsidiaries.


    Guo Shouyun wants all these three assets. But AOL Time Warner has been dragged to the brink by AOL. It''s too expensive to save. Now, before the Enron Pacific Company was dragged out of the quagmire, Guo Shouyun didn''t want to take such a big trouble again. Moreover, the price of winning AOL Time Warner is too high, and he does not have the funds. Therefore, piecemeal and eating a little bit is the best option.


    For Guo Shouyun''s analysis, Buddy TV has been losing money all year round, and it is no secret that the infighting between AOL and Time Warner management within Warner Records is not a secret. It''s definitely easier than TBS and DC Comics.


    In fact, Guo Shouyun really wants DC comics, after all, whether it is "Superman", "Batman", "Wonder Woman" are all popular IP. However, the people at Warner are not fools, they also see the value of IP. Of course, the level of attention is obviously not the level of the Marvel Universe movie after the fire. But if you want to buy it, the price is not small.


    "Take advantage of the conflict between AOL and Time Warner management as much as possible. If you can acquire all four companies, then I will agree to your reform plan and make you the first CEO of Matrix! "


    Buddy Morris'' eyes lit up quickly. The power of ''carrot'' is fully revealed at this moment.


    "Boss, I will do my best!"


    "Also, the copyrights sold by Marvel must be recovered as much as possible. I have finished talking about giants such as Disney, Universal, and Paramount. You are responsible for the rest of Lionsgate and New Line."


    "clear!"


    "How are the negotiations with Hasbro?"


    "They agreed. But they don''t want licensing fees, they want 12% of the global box office for Transformers and Special Forces, and 21% of the movie peripherals!"


    "Hasbro people are not stupid. But 12% of the total box office share and 21% of the peripheral share is too high. We can accept the international part, but the United States has to calculate it separately."


    "What if the people at Hasbro disagree?"


    Guo Shouyun frowned. The big IP of "Transformers" must not be lost.


    "Talk about it as much as you can, and if it really doesn''t work, then so be it!"


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, I''m going to France tomorrow. I''ll leave the Matrix to you. Call me if you have anything, send me an email!"


    "clear!"


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    When Guo Shouyun and Buddy Morris were talking about AOL Time Warner, the other party was also talking about them, but the atmosphere was not very pleasant.


    "Bang! ... I disagree, Turner Broadcasting, Warner Records, C Television Network and DC Comics are not for sale by Warner!" Ted Turner slapped the table angrily.


    "There''s nothing not for sale. Also, the company needs a stable, profitable project right now. Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean, and National Treasure are all big hits. As long as we can keep those three projects At Warner, then at least $1 billion a year at the box office, plus peripheral revenue like TV-on-demand, CD sales, and video tapes, and they can double their revenue. With this more than $2 billion in annual revenue , we will be able to survive the most difficult stage of AOL Time Warner and usher in the harvest period." Gerald Levin said.


    "I recognize the value of the three franchises of Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean, and National Treasure. But if we sell Turner Broadcasting, Warner Records, C Networks, and DC Comics, leaving three Could the revenue from the production and distribution rights of the series really salvage AOL''s decline?"


    Speaking is AOL Time Warner COO Richard Parsons.


    "Richard, AOL''s current decline is caused by the deterioration of the Internet environment after the Nasdaq crisis, not AOL itself. Moreover, how many Internet companies in the world are now profitable? Amazon, LinkedIn, aren''t they all losing money? But have you seen them disbanded or abandoned by capital?"


    Bill Tim, executive director of AOL Time Warner, is in charge of the instant messaging division, which is ICQ!


    "Amazon and LinkedIn are losing money because their businesses are always expanding, and AOL is losing money because our business is declining," Ted Turner said mercilessly.


    "Ted, I think you should take a look at the company''s report. CompuServe users increased by 12% in the third quarter! ICQ users increased by 23%!"


    "Really? But Netscape''s traffic has dropped by 32%, and ICQ user traffic has not been monetized yet."


    "The problem of monetization of ICQ traffic is not just a problem of AOL. Even Microsoft''s MSN and LinkedIn''s TT have not found a monetization model, but they have never given up their operations."


    "But now AOL Time Warner does not have as much capital as Microsoft and Bruce Guo, and we are losing money. Rather than selling the company''s core assets, I think we should divest the loss-making assets first."


    "Ted, do you want to split the company?"


    "Yeah, that''s right. I''m fed up with you idiots who don''t understand the media at all but always think they''re always right!"


    "Ted Turner, you''ve been fired!" Gerald Levin said coldly.


    "Resign? If you want to dismiss me, at least the board of directors must approve it. Although you are the CEO of the company, you do not have this right."


    Now that his face has been torn, Ted Turner has no scruples.


    "Enough, do you still have me, the chairman of the board of directors, in your eyes?"


    Steve Case, who was sitting in the main seat, said angrily.


    Seeing him get angry, executives like Gerald Levine, who belonged to AOL, calmed down. But people who originally belonged to Time Warner, including Ted Turner and Richard Parsons, still look ugly. Because, since being acquired by AOL, the management of AOL Time Warner has fallen into the hands of AOL executives led by Steve Case and Gerald Levine.


    "Five Harry Potter films have been written, and judging from Rowling''s feedback, there are two more before the end. That means there are seven films in the series. If one is not much different. This means that the entire "Harry Potter" series can generate nearly 7 billion box office, as well as the same peripheral income. Winning it means that 7 billion to 9 billion will be recorded in the next ten years. "


    "Look at "Pirates of the Caribbean", there are currently three on the market. Bruce Guo said that he will write at least six. It is optimistically estimated that the whole series can create a box office of 3 billion to 4 billion, and the same or even higher peripherals. According to the previous cooperation agreement, we can get 40~50% of it!��


    "''National Treasure'' hasn''t been released yet, let''s not talk about it. But just ''Harry Potter'' and ''Pirates of the Caribbean'' can bring us over 10 billion in revenue. ... Are you willing to pay this 10 billion dollars? "


    Steve Case''s words made Ted Turner and Richard Parsons, who were originally opposed, also hesitated.


    "Of course it''s reluctant, if we give up. The whole of Hollywood will laugh out loud, and people from Disney and Paramount will definitely jump on it without hesitation." Gerald Levin said.


    "Yes, we can''t be the laughing stock of Hollywood!"


    "So, we have to talk to Bruce Guo and the Matrix about the co-production rights and distribution rights of "Harry Potter" and "Pirates of the Caribbean", and we want to stay. But we can''t let them speak out."


    Steve Case was the final word for the meeting.


    Ted Turner and Richard Parsons glanced at each other, and both saw a trace of sadness on each other''s faces. Now AOL Time Warner, call the shots is the management of America Online. What they really value is AOL''s online business. As for Time Warner, important is important, but when it comes to making a choice, it will definitely be the object they give up first.


    But while the meeting narrowly passed the fire-sale business rescue model, it intensified the conflict between AOL and Time Warner management.


    "Ugh!"


    After returning to his office, Ted Turner sighed heavily.


    "Ted, don''t mind him. After all, we''ve fought for it."


    "I know, but Richard, are we just watching the entire Time Warner being dragged into the abyss of bankruptcy by the **** at AOL?" As a descendant of the Turner family, he didn''t want to read the book. The Turner Broadcasting Company, which was founded by my father''s hard work, and Time Warner died just like that.


    "I understand your mood. But now the company is not ours after all!"


    "I know, but I''m just not reconciled. Those guys don''t understand traditional media at all, but they just look like they know everything and are on top."


    "I''m as unhappy as you are. But things won''t stay that way!" Richard Parsons blinked.


    "what do you mean��?"


    "The board is a bunch of mercenary capitalists. If the AOL guys can''t get the company out of the money, do you think the board will continue to condone Gerald and Steve?"


    "Of course not!" Ted Turner said without hesitation. He knew all too well the character of the vampires on the board.


    "So, we''d better keep silent now. When the board can''t take it anymore, it''s time for us to play!"


    Ted Turner nodded.


    "If this is the case, I am afraid that many of Time Warner''s assets will be sold by them!"


    "Everything has to be sacrificed. Besides, Harry Potter and Pirates of the Caribbean are really two gold mines, and we can''t give up!"


    "Yeah! If we could have bought their copyrights early, it wouldn''t be as troublesome as it is now!"


    "No one is God, let alone predicting the future. Instead of regretting it, it is better to think about how to win them at the least cost."


    "I see!"


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 Chapter 325： On business trip

    Chapter 325 Business trip


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    "Baba, hug!"


    Mengmeng''s son and daughter made Guo Shouyun''s heart melt. Even after hugging countless times, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help squatting down when he saw them open their little hands and staggered towards him, stretched out his arms and hugged the two little babies tightly in his arms.


    Although he really wanted to stop like this and watch them grow up slowly every day, the real life made him unable to stop.


    "Wendy, they''ll leave it to you to take care of them!"


    Looking at the beautiful woman in a long white dress standing beside him, Guo Shouyun said warmly.


    "Do not worry!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Baby, be good. Go to Aunt Wendy!"


    Saying that, he handed the two little guys in his arms to Wendy''s arms. George was very well-behaved and took the initiative to throw himself into Wendy''s arms. But Elizabeth was a little troubled, and she held on to Guo Shouyun''s shirt collar and didn''t let go. After coaxing for a long time, I finally appease this little guy.


    "Be good at home, Dad will be back soon!"


    After touching their little heads, Guo Shouyun turned upstairs and came to Molly''s room. Looking at his lover who was still asleep on the white bed full of sunshine, Guo Shouyun''s eyes dimmed, he walked over, sat down on the stool next to him, and held her naturally, his white as if translucent right hand.


    "Honey, I''m going out for a while. Maybe two or three months, maybe longer. I won''t be able to see you during this time. But don''t worry, Wendy will take care of our baby. You know, she''s a good Girl. George and Elizabeth are also very dependent on her and trust that they will be well cared for and grow up healthy..."


    It took half an hour to say goodbye to the person he loved, before Guo Shouyun left slowly.


    "Boss, it''s almost time!" Matthew reminded.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. After staring at Wendy and the two little guys for a moment, he turned around and continued to explain, "Ward, I will leave the house to you."


    "Don''t worry, sir, I will take good care of Mrs., Miss and Young Master!"


    Patting him on the shoulder, Guo Shouyun took a last look at the Guo Family Manor of Nuoda, turned and walked into the car.


    "Let''s go!"


    "Yes!"


    Matthew responded, and under his command, the convoy slowly left the Guo Family Manor.


    After rebirth, Guo Shouyun went to a limited number of countries. Apart from the UK, I stayed in Greece for a few days. It''s more for love in the UK, and the same goes for Greece. But this time away is different, purely for work.


    France, India, China, three countries, it will take at least three months, and it may be half a year. For the first time on a business trip for such a long time, and more importantly, leaving home for such a long time, Guo Shouyun would naturally feel reluctant to give up. In particular, he would miss the most important growth time for his son and daughter, making him feel a little sad.


    However, sentimentality is only temporary for Guo Shouyun, who has experienced a lot and is more mature. He soon adjusted his mentality and started a day of intense work. Of course, the place of work was on a private jet to Paris.


    "Bruce, how come you have time to call me?"


    The moment it was connected, Katherine Lincoln''s voice came over, speaking very fast, revealing the clean and neat fan of a strong woman.


    Guo Shouyun, who was accustomed to her way of communication, did not waste time.


    "How are the negotiations with Burger King?"


    "I thought you didn''t care? ... It''s been negotiated, 1.5 billion US dollars, we will buy it wholly."


    "Where''s the money?"


    "We put out $280 million in cash. For the remaining $1.22 billion, Merrill Lynch issued a $420 million asset-backed bond for us at 6.4% interest and a 10-year term. The other $800 million was mortgaged for the purchase of Burger King. Loans, **** and Bank of America are lenders, 5.4% interest, same 10-year term!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    Originally Kathryn Lincoln planned a leveraged buyout, but the interest rate of the leveraged buyout was too high. The annual interest rate of 10-12% will put a heavy debt burden on the Guo Group. Therefore, in the end, Guo Shouyun and Catherine discussed it, and Guo Shouyun still invested a sum of money to buy Burger King first, and then use his mortgage. Of course, the loaned money will be used for the overall development of the group, which is Guo Shouyun''s support for the Guo Group.


    "What are your plans for what''s next for Burger King?"


    "The first step is to rectify internal management, optimize the corporate image, and integrate Burger King''s logistics system with Guo''s logistics. The second step is to set up a ''catering laboratory'' directly under the headquarters to further optimize the food taste of ''Burger King'' and structure. The third step, ''catering + real estate'', according to your requirements, buy storefront properties in economically developed cities, reduce costs and increase assets. For underdeveloped areas, brand authorization is the main focus. ��How about, My plan is not bad!"


    "It''s really good. However, it''s not enough in some places."


    "Where?"


    "Market! The western fast food market in the United States and Europe is already saturated. But the development of Asia, especially China, has just begun. Therefore, the focus of the group''s next development is China and the Asian market. Moreover, we are behind KFC in this regard. There are a lot of McDonald''s, and Burger King needs to catch up with them as soon as possible if they want to grow significantly."


    "I am naturally aware of the importance of the Huaxia market. Moreover, I have also made plans for the Chinese market. Next year, we will open 50 branches in the Huaxia market!"


    "Too few, at least 500!"


    "500? Are you crazy, what about the funds? What about the personnel?"


    "Funds will naturally come. Also, I don''t want you to open all direct-sale stores. The best strategy is to focus on direct-sale businesses in mainstream business districts or CBDs in first-, second- and third-tier cities in China, where real estate appreciates the fastest and its value is high. The highest. Moreover, it is also conducive to enhancing our corporate image. For non-commercial areas and small cities, brand licensing is the main focus. We are responsible for the design and promotion of brand image, as well as personnel training. They only need to pay licensing fees. Such a strategy , I''m sure the money spent won''t be staggering. And, if you do it right, you''ll even be profitable early on with licensing fees."


    Think about the KFC and McDonald''s that have opened all over China, and you will know how much profit they make from it. Now that he has the same company under his own, Guo Shouyun naturally won''t watch them leave Burger King to conquer the city in China.


    On the phone, Katherine Lincoln was silent for a moment, "Is the same idea suitable for Baccarat?"


    "You''re finally enlightened!"


    "What are you talking about, am I stupid?" Catherine said dissatisfied.


    "No kidding. Baccarat is also suitable for the business strategy of ''first-, second- and third-tier city real estate + direct sales, small city authorization''. However, unlike Burger King, we have not yet won the US market, and the Chinese market cannot be taken into account. Moreover, the revenue of Baccarat requires the cooperation of the logistics system, slaughterhouse, and farm of the Guo Group. Only in this way can we gain a price advantage in the same industry. In contrast, opening a Baccarat It��s more troublesome than opening a Burger King. Rather than spending a higher price to expand into the Chinese market, it��s better to save time and effort and take down the U.S. market first.��


    "I understand, you mean that the expansion of Baccarat requires the cooperation of the entire Guo Group. The process of globalization should be developed country by country, but aimed at multiple markets?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Understood!"


    After thinking about it, Katherine replied.


    "If you understand it, hurry up and do it. 2003 and 2004 are the best expansion periods for the Guo Group. After this period, the property cost will double or even more. Therefore, even if the expansion is too fast It does not matter if the foundation is temporarily unstable. We still have time to adjust in the future. But you must remember that by the end of 2004, the scale of Baccarat branches must be increased to at least 3,000 to 4,000. And there are 30~40% direct sales.��


    "Okay, no problem. But I want money!"


    "Catherine, I''ve given you $800 million!" Guo Shouyun rolled his eyes and said.


    "$800 million isn''t enough, but I''ll let you go for the time being. I''ll find you when I''m done! ... I''ve got something else to do, I''m going to hang up. There''s a lot of things at Burger King waiting for me to work on."


    Guo Shouyun didn''t answer, and directly expressed his attitude by hanging up the phone.


    "Strong women are a lot harder than men!"


    Shaking his head and sorting out his thoughts, Guo Shouyun flipped through the documents on the table before picking up the phone again.


    "boss!"


    "Eric, have you read the Facebook website design proposal submitted by the technology department?"


    "Look."


    Eric Schmidt replied.


    "Tell me your opinion?"


    "There is no problem with the content of the website, mainly based on pictures, address book and personal status. The simplicity and fluency can also be guaranteed. But what is more controversial is whether the ''real-name system'' will be boycotted? After all, Now there is no similar website in the world that adopts the real-name system.��


    "It''s just because we didn''t have us to make the first one. Facebook''s adoption of the ''real-name system'' cannot be changed. Is there anything else?"


    "Also, the issue of open and closed. When discussing within Ruby, everyone tends to be closed. On the Facebook page, only companies under Ruby are connected. Moreover, Ruby covers online payments, news, professional social networking, and networking. Job hunting, classrooms, blogs, videos, finance, etc. have enough formats to provide every Facebook registered user with rich needs, so closed mode is more suitable for us than open mode.��


    Guo Shouyun pondered. In his previous life, he knew very well that the reason why Facebook was able to overwhelm many competitors and become the No. 1 in the world''s social field was because of her open model. Any Internet startup can put their website on Facebook''s platform, and then decide to rank, list or delist according to the user''s praise.


    Through cooperation, Facebook can get a small share fee, as well as huge advertising fees brought by traffic.


    Opening up has laid the foundation for Facebook to become the dominant social player in the future.


    But now the Facebook created by Guo Shouyun is different from Zuckerberg. Facebook has enough content and applications to retain users through Ruby, even Apple, Amazon, Google, eBay and other companies that Guo holds shares or controls. So, closed mode is indeed more appropriate than open. Of course, there is no one-size-fits-all business strategy. When closure is not enough to bring more favorable development, opening is also the natural next choice.


    "There is no problem with closing, but it must be targeted. Our existing content, such as online payment, news, professional networking, online job hunting, classrooms, blogs, videos, finance, etc., adopts a closed development strategy. But for games, online, etc. What we don��t have, we can adopt an open strategy. In addition, Google, Amazon, eBay, Yahoo, and Apple can be our cooperative enterprises.��


    "clear!"


    Eric Schmidt also knew the relationship between these companies and Guo Shouyun, so he did not ask much.


    "Finally, I''ll repeat Facebook''s website design requirements. We must focus on user experience. This is the first. The second is the ''fool'' operation. The simpler the website operation, the better." After a pause, "I have here. A word to all product managers at Ruby: don''t make me think."


    "Don''t make me think?"


    "That''s right. Telling this to all the product managers and company executives is one of the fundamental design principles of our company website in the future. Always make our website feel simple and useful to users."


    "Understood, I will convey it myself!"


    After continuing to chat with Eric Schmidt about the details of the website design, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    ��


    "Steve, I looked at the files in the mailbox, and the new Mac design is fine. ... The chips can use Intel at least until our own ARM chip designs mature. Also, iTunes multimedia playback software There is no problem with the development and design of the website. I will help you in copyright negotiations with music giants such as EMI and Sony Records! In addition, I have used the first version of the website. The fluency is good, but the simplicity is not enough. Especially the first column, no need to set Six or seven recommended spots, just put one. This is more eye-catching and the effect is better. Of course, the asking price can also be higher.��


    ��


    "William, is there any more detailed information on the Clays Foundation?"


    "Also, if you want, I will send it to your mailbox immediately."


    "Send it immediately. In addition, judging from the simple information you provided, the Clays Fund has 17 funds and an asset portfolio of $22.3 billion. The structure is still healthy. The purchase price of $650 million is not too high. However, , After the acquisition is successful, reduce the asset allocation for the industrial sector and the military sector, and strengthen the investment ratio of the Internet sector, biomedical sector and technology sector. In addition, finance and real estate are also good. You can configure it appropriately. "


    "clear!"


    "Is there any movement from Merrill?"


    William Zhang understood what Guo Shouyun meant, "O''Neal''s purge of the company has basically ended. Compared with the original, Merrill''s employees decreased by 11.2%. At the same time, Merrill''s profitability increased by 5.6%. The board was very critical of him."


    "As expected. Reform has never been warm-hearted. ... Stay tuned and let me know if there is any news."


    "Yes!"


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 Chapter 326： Forto family

    Chapter 326 Forto Family


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    "Larry, I''ve read the document that you used ''keyword'' ads to replace PPC. The commented email has been sent to your mailbox, you can take a look at it. Also, the company slogan of ''don''t be evil'' is fine. By the way, you remind Sergey, I think there are some problems with the company logo. I have sent the improvement request to his mailbox, and let him organize the technical and design departments to take a look. If there is no problem, execute it. I want to see a more concise one. , a logo with a more comfortable color match.��


    ��


    Sending emails, making phone calls, and batching documents, six or seven hours passed before I knew it.


    "Boss, the plane is about to land!" Matthew came over and reminded.


    "understood!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun pinched his brows. He didn''t feel it when he was busy before, but when he stopped, he felt groggy in his head, as if he had been poured with cement. It was really uncomfortable.


    Closing his eyes and resting for a while, Guo Shouyun only opened his eyes after feeling better.


    Looking at the open computer in front of him and the messy documents stacked on the table, he couldn''t help sighing in his heart.


    "If only there was a secretary!"


    Think about it, but only think about it. The act of organizing the files didn''t stop at all. When he filed the files on the computer and sorted out the information on the desk, the plane also began to lower its altitude. A few minutes later, it landed safely at Charles de Gaulle International Airport, the largest in France.


    "boss!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun getting off the plane, Rebecca Mark, who had been waiting for a long time, hurried up with her assistant.


    "Get in the car and talk about it!" Guo Shouyun didn''t say anything.


    "OK!"


    After leaving a few bodyguards and crew members to guard the plane, Guo Shouyun got into the convoy to pick him up and left quickly.


    "The accommodation has been arranged for you, the Presidential suit of the West Triumph Hotel...!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted her with a wave of his hand.


    "Take it back. Since you are attending the meeting as the chairman of the board of directors of Anping Company, you must abide by the company''s regulations."


    From the beginning of 2001, it started with the acquisition of Pacific Power and Natural Gas, and ended with the acquisition of Enron in the second half of the year. In order to save expenses, and at the same time cultivate the company to be simple and simple, and focus on efficiency, the management of Anping Company has formulated strict "employee travel and accommodation standards" for the business travel standards of the company''s middle and senior management. Even high-level executives such as presidents and CEOs can only live in ordinary suites in three-star hotels at most. As for the extravagant five-star hotel presidential suite, forget it.


    As the chairman of the company''s board of directors, Guo Shouyun did not want to break the rules he made by himself. Of course, if he bought the villa with his own money to live in, that''s another story.


    "Understood! I''ll make arrangements for you!"


    "Um! Where are you going next?"


    "If you don''t need a break, we''ll go to the company''s European headquarters in Paris! There are details about Vidivan and this negotiation."


    "go to company."


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, how long does it take from here to the company?"


    "Depending on the situation, if there is no traffic jam, 40 minutes. If there is a traffic jam, it may be later. But not more than an hour, unless there is an accident."


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    "I''ll take a break. Wake me up in half an hour."


    Guo Shouyun has the habit of taking a lunch break. Generally, between 1:30 and 2:00 in the afternoon, no matter what he does, he will force himself to sleep for half an hour. This can greatly improve the work efficiency in the afternoon.


    Looking at the man lying on his back after the seat was folded down, Rebecca Mark looked at her watch and began to close her eyes.


    The two bosses didn''t speak, and the other people in the car naturally became quiet.


    As the traffic rolled forward, the group came to the Paris business district. As the European headquarters of Anping Company, there is a 12-storey commercial building with more than 20,000 square meters, which declares the company''s financial strength and status.


    The logos listed by giants such as the surrounding ****, Verizon, Exxon Mobil, Peugeot Citroen, EDF, etc. also show the status of an inch of land here, and all those who can own properties here are the world''s top big companies .


    "Boss, here we are!"


    After arriving at the location, Rebecca woke up the sleeping Guo Shouyun on time.


    "Arrived?...Okay!"


    After rubbing his face and sobering up, Guo Shouyun walked out of the open car door.


    As soon as he entered the door, a middle-aged man in a black suit greeted him with a large number of Anping company executives behind him.


    "Hello, boss. I''m Alphonse Varane, president of Enron Pacific Europe."


    After briefly shaking hands with him, Guo Shouyun''s eyes quickly swept over everyone behind him.


    "Apart from Alphonse, everyone else should go back to work first. I will find you one by one when needed!"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t like this kind of time-wasting and meaningless welcome ceremony that was purely for the sake of face. Fortunately, Alphonse Varane did not engage in that kind of exaggerated welcome ceremony in red and green. Otherwise, Guo Shouyun''s face would definitely not look good.


    Everyone gave a messy response. After taking a last look at the legendary chairman of the board of directors, they left in twos and threes.


    "Go, go to the office!"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t delay, and strode towards the elevator.


    The more mature people are, the more they feel the preciousness of time and the limitation of personal energy. Therefore, compared with the past, Guo Shouyun has become more vigorous now. For meaningless propaganda, speeches, and banquets, he can push it as he can, but if he can''t push it, he makes the best use of his time to expand his relationships and contacts.


    "What floor is the office on?"


    "Top floor!" Alphonse said quickly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, pressed the 12th floor, and then pressed the button to close the elevator.


    Later, under the leadership of Alphonse Varane, four people, including Matthew, entered the office. The rest, including their assistants and Guo Shouyun''s redundant bodyguards, stayed outside. The reason for this is because the next thing to talk about involves the company''s trade secrets, so naturally too many people can''t be around.


    "sit!"


    The two nodded and sat opposite Guo Shouyun. Matthew took the initiative to pour drinks for the three of them. After following Guo Shouyun for a long time, he has become accustomed to many things.


    "Boss, this is all the information about Vivendi!"


    Rebecca Mark put the information that the secretary handed over to her in front of Guo Shouyun.


    Looking at the two-finger-thick kraft paper bag, Guo Shouyun pulled it out and simply turned it over.


    "Is the financial loss data in it?"


    "Yes! In addition, these materials are relatively important parts that I have deliberately condensed. If you want to see more complete ones, they are available in the company''s archives!"


    "Understood, I will find you if I need it!" Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, "Alphonse, you are French, do you know anything about Jean Rene Fortou, the CEO of Vidivan who just took office?"


    "At some commercial banquets, I have met several times. It is a bit of understanding!"


    "Tell me!"


    After Alphonse Varane organized the language, "Jean Rene Fortou, a direct member of the Fortou family, entered Vivendi after graduating from the Paris Institute of Technology, and used to operate it himself. He has a reputation for being shrewd and strong in the business world after Vivendi''s acquisitions of Morocco Telecom and Havas News Agency. Moreover, he is used to saving expenses, or being stingy in the company''s operations. It is the kind that employees don''t like, but the board of directors likes. Type. In addition, Jean Rene Fortou is only thirty-eight years old, which is a young and powerful type. Obviously, Vivendi hopes to use him to get rid of the current financial difficulties and reverse the company''s decline! "


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "How is the strength of the Forto family in France?"


    "The old French nobles who have been passed down for hundreds of years. The Forto family has a lot of property, but the most valuable of them is the shares of the ''North Lorraine Steel Company''. No, it is now the Arcelor Steel Group!"


    This Guo Shouyun also understands that in December last year, the European Union approved the merger plan of the French Nord-Lorraine Steel Company, the Luxembourg Albedo Company and the Spanish Acebaria Company.


    Nord-Lorraine is France''s largest steel company, and the merger is planned to be carried out by Nord-Lorraine acquiring shares in two companies, Albedo and Acebaria. Northern-Lorraine Company holds 54% of the shares in the new company, UUkanshu Albeid Company and Acebaria Company hold 22% and 24% respectively. ?The combined annual turnover of these three steel enterprises is 30 billion euros, the total number of employees is 115,000, and the annual output can reach 50 million tons. It surpassed the Japanese steel company with 28 million tons of steel production and South Korea''s Posco with 26.8 million tons, ranking first in the world.


    At the beginning, the merger of the three major companies caused a sensation in the world, even Guo Shouyun, who thanked him behind closed doors because of Molly''s affairs, was no stranger.


    "How many shares does the Forto family have in the Arcelor Group?"


    "9.4%, the largest private shareholder outside of institutional investors."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "How influential are they in French politics?"


    "It is very deep. In the 1970s, Jean-Adil Fortou was the Minister of Finance of France. Although he has been retired for many years now, with the support of his network, the direct and collateral lines of the Forto family have entered the political world. There are seven people in the legal profession. The highest ranking among them is Jean-Steven Fortou, the Speaker of the French Region of Lorraine.��


    The French administrative regions are divided into regions, departments and communes. France is divided into 22 regions, 96 provinces, 5 overseas provinces, 4 overseas territories, and 2 local administrative regions with special status. The region is managed by the regional council, and the regional speaker elected by universal suffrage every six years is equivalent to a senior official in China.


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 Chapter 327： choice of system

    Chapter 327 Choice of Institution


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    "Boss, what do you think of the Forto family...?"


    "Don''t think too much, I''m just asking. Moreover, from the perspective of negotiation, it will be more beneficial for us to know more about our opponents." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Rebecca, you have been in contact with Vivendi for the longest time and know them the most. What impact do you think this change in Vivendi''s corporate strategy will have? How many companies will be left on the previous sale list? Family?"


    After pondering for a while, Rebecca Mark replied: "The biggest impact is that Vivendi may be transformed into a mega company combining telecommunications and media in the next time. But their corporate development strategy will not change too much. , once the predicament is reversed, mergers and acquisitions expansion will follow. The reason for this judgment is also based on the feeling that Jean-Rene Fortou gives me more than the now-departed former CEO of Vivendi Jean Marie Messier is more ambitious!"


    Jean-Rene Fortou is more youthful and stronger than Jean-Marie Messier, and he will naturally not be content to be dull at the pinnacle of his integrity.


    ����Also, I think the negotiation with Jean-Rene Fortou will be relatively difficult for us. Also, although Vivendi is losing money, its business has no shortage of buyers. So, our previous acquisition list The companies on the list, Vivendi Games, Universal Music Group, NetHold Cable Network, and Canal+ Television Network, may not succeed in the end, or they may only acquire one or two.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after thinking for a moment, "Which one do you think is most likely to succeed?"


    "Canal+ TV network, which is a pay TV network under Vivendi, is somewhat similar to Time Warner''s HBO. It has about 15.7 million users in 11 countries including France and Spain. A lot worse. Moreover, the number of users of Canal+ TV network has been declining in recent years because of the popularity of the Internet. Revenue is also shrinking, and it is very likely to be sold. This is also the company we are most likely to acquire successfully. Except Outside of the Canal+ TV network, the potential acquisition is Vivendi Games.��


    "Oh, why?" Guo Shouyun said with great interest.


    "Vivendi''s way of operating the game department is to squeeze. They don''t operate games as the company''s main business or a key industry. They just see which game company makes money, buy it, and squeeze enough profits. Give up and find new goals. Xue Leshan, which once developed classic games such as "The Secret History of the King" and "Ghost Series", is the best example. Now Xue Leshan''s game development department has been closed indefinitely by Vidiwang , only the distribution department is still in operation.��


    "...There is this example before. Blizzard, which was acquired by Vivendi, also heard rumors that ''because Vivendi''s excessive extraction of game development funds to alleviate the company''s predicament, Blizzard game developers and Vivendi''s management broke out a violent conflict. ''Although this news has not been confirmed, but from the perspective of Vivendi''s consistent style, it is very likely to be true. If this is the case, as long as we pay enough price, it is not difficult to eat the Vivendi game! "


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Anyone who knew a little about the game would be familiar with the fact that the famous ''Dark Four'' left to found Blizzard North. So, the internal conflict between Vivendi and Blizzard is 100% real. Moreover, the story of ''the wolf is coming'' between Vivendi and Ubisoft in later generations is popular on the Internet, which can be regarded as a clear view of Vivendi''s urine.


    "Universal Music Group and NetHold cable network, for Vivendi, which is planning to transform into a media company, is unlikely to be sold again. In addition, regarding the Vidiwang environment, they will not sell all of them. The biggest possibility is Selling some shares to us, the controlling stake may be a challenge! It is very difficult!" Rebecca Mark finally frowned.


    "If we can''t get a controlling stake, then the Vidiwang environment doesn''t mean much to us!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "I understand! If we ask for a controlling stake, we may pay a higher price in capital. And Vidiwang, which is facing financial crisis, will ask for cash payment. With the asset status of Vidiwang Environment, we may have to pay at least $4 billion in cash to get a controlling stake. If the premium is higher, the price could be even bigger.��


    "You don''t have to worry about the funding issue, I''ll solve it! Your task is to preside over the negotiations with Vivendi."


    At the beginning, taking advantage of the opportunity of 9.11, Guo Shouyun obtained nearly 30 billion US dollars in liquidity. Half of the money was used to ease Enron Pacific''s financial woes and support its development. The other half, in addition to the $5 billion invested in Matrix, Ruby, and Guo''s, the remaining $10 billion invested in the stocks of Merrill Lynch, Yahoo, and eBay. Now, with the gradual improvement of the U.S. economy, the stock prices of the three companies that Guo Shouyun acquired through bargain hunting have soared. The stocks that were once worth $10 billion have now appreciated by 27.9% and are still rising. With this equity as collateral, it is easy to raise funds to acquire part of Vivendi''s business.


    Rebecca Mark responded, she was still very confident in the strength of her boss.


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun''s gaze shifted to Alphonse Varane next to him.


    "Alphonse, in this year''s Anping Company''s financial statements, the European part has been losing money, and there is a tendency to expand. I... Need an explanation?"


    Facing the stern eyes of the boss, Alphonse Vara sank in his heart. Although he knew that this incident would inevitably be held accountable, when the real thing came, it still made him feel deeply pressured.


    Wei Wei takes a breath and organizes the language, "Boss, Enron Pacific doesn''t have many projects in Europe, especially after selling some companies that are not related to the company''s main business. In these limited businesses, Except for a few power plants in Romania, Turkey, and Georgia that are profitable, most of the others are losing money. Especially the energy service projects inherited from Enron are the main source of losses.��


    "continue!"


    "Yes! ... At first, in order to expand their sales of electricity and natural gas, Enron cut prices and intervened in the European electricity consumption market. Based on this, they recruited large electricity users such as enterprises and universities to buy Enron''s electricity. Electricity, and undertake the maintenance of power equipment for these units. However, Enron itself does not have many power plants in Europe, nor does it have a distribution and retail network. Therefore, in order to provide electricity, Enron can only buy electricity from local power plants at the original price and sell it to consumers unit."


    "The consequence of this is that Enron bears the losses in the middle. The damage rate of power equipment is not high, and the maintenance business alone cannot make up the difference in the middle. The result is that Enron''s losses are getting higher and higher. Now, Enron is acquired by us, This part of the loss was taken over by us. Moreover, the duration of the power supply agreement is usually five to ten years. Therefore, unless we break the contract, the loss must be borne by us. This is also the main reason for the loss in the European region. In addition, the European region Unlike North America, where revenue from power plants, gas pipelines, oil development and smelting can be used to offset losses, the only UK power plant to be counted on is also being rebuilt and not yet operational. So, financially speaking, The financials of the European part of the company have been losing money.��


    "Have you thought of a solution?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "I thought about it. The most suitable way is to increase revenue. The most ideal way to increase revenue is investment and mergers and acquisitions. However, after hundreds of years of development in major European developed countries, the pattern of energy business has long been fixed. In addition to development Relatively lagging Central and Eastern Europe and Western Europe are hard to find potential businesses. And even if they are found, it may not be our turn.��


    "So, do you think M&A is the best fit?"


    "Yes! Inheriting a mature system and market takes less effort and saves time than investing in new construction."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "As a senior executive of the company, you should understand the company''s strategic development plan at this stage."


    "Reduce or terminate large-scale M&A plans to improve internal management, reduce losses, reduce non-main business, save money, and add no more than three large-scale projects each year on the basis of completing existing projects . '' Alphonse replied.


    "You just understand!"


    "I do understand. But I don''t plan to carry out large-scale mergers and acquisitions in Europe, but to focus on small projects, step by step, and gradually reverse the company''s losses." After a pause, after seeing Guo Shouyun listening carefully, Alphonse continued. , "In the power industry, there are also sub-sectors from power plants to users, including power grids, distribution, retail, and equipment maintenance. There are many companies in each sub-sector. And we, Anping Power Company, operate in addition to the power grid. Every subdivision outside of it. So, I plan to pick one of these areas, acquire some small companies, and then integrate them to reduce expenses and increase revenue. The first goal is to balance revenue and expenditure. The second goal is to make the company profitable ."


    "It looks like you''ve been thinking about this plan for a long time."


    "Yes! As the president of Anping''s European region, I am most responsible for the company''s losses, and I am most obliged to solve it!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded in approval.


    "Do you have a goal?"


    "Yes. I plan to start with the two areas of electricity retail and equipment maintenance. There are fewer giant companies in these two areas, which is convenient for us to expand."


    "Rebecca, do you know this plan?" After a moment of silence, Guo Shouyun suddenly turned his head and asked.


    "Know."


    "Boss, Ms. Mark has worked in the electric power field for many years, and her experience has given us great inspiration and supplements!" Alphonse said quickly.


    "You don''t need to explain. I didn''t mean to blame you!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


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 Chapter 328： huge vivendi

    Chapter 328 The huge Vivendi


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    "Although I approve of your plan, and if the board approves it, the company will not give you much support. Because ... you have to prove to us that your plan is feasible and beneficial to the development of the company, not just It looks like a wonderful plan!" Guo Shouyun continued.


    "I understand. I will try my best to prove it to the head office."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and stood up, "I''ve talked about everything that should be discussed. Come on, take me to the various departments!"


    "Yes!"


    Rebecca and Alphonse who responded quickly got up and took Guo Shouyun into the company''s office area. By the time I finished communicating with the employees of various departments and the middle management, it was completely dark.


    The dinner was mentioned by Guo Shouyun, and it was changed to a big dinner for all the staff of the company. After a laugh, he, the big boss who only existed in the imagination of ordinary employees, finally has a fuller image.


    "Boss, shall I take you back to the hotel?" Rebecca said.


    Guo Shouyun did not refuse. After the two got into the car, "Have Jonathan told you about the second reform of the company system?"


    "Said!"


    "Regional responsibility system and headquarters direct jurisdiction, which one do you agree more with?"


    "The region is responsible for the system!"


    "Why? You should know that this model will increase our labor costs." Guo Shouyun said.


    "I know. But you also know that the customs and customs of different regions and countries in the world are different. If the US headquarters is in charge of subsidiaries around the world, then the leadership of the US headquarters is unlikely to know, or not very well aware of Japan, The business models and operating methods of countries like China and the Middle East. Making decisions without understanding is wrong in most cases. Moreover, many key development opportunities will be missed.��


    "...relatively speaking, although the regional responsibility system increases labor costs, it effectively avoids poor geographical information and has a stronger ability to respond to emergencies. From the perspective of enterprise development, I agree more with this management model."


    Guo Shouyun nodded thoughtfully.


    Since the establishment of Enron Pacific, the internal reform of the company has not stopped. Over the past year or so, it has mainly focused on streamlining redundant institutions, laying off staff, and reducing non-main businesses. But even if all non-key businesses are sold, the remaining businesses such as power generation, oil extraction and smelting, natural gas, petrochemicals, transportation, and power services will still make Enron Pacific a giant in the energy field. Also known as the big company, it also has what is commonly referred to as the big company disease.


    How to further reform the company''s management structure, improve the efficiency of enterprise management, and avoid the disease of large companies is the focus of the second stage of internal reform.


    The key point is: the debate between the regional responsibility system and the direct jurisdiction system of the headquarters.


    Regional responsibility system: Enron Pacific is divided into seven regions, namely North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Greater China, South Asia and Asia. The North American region is directly administered by the headquarters, and the other regions are managed by the presidents of each region. The regional management has the right to approve projects with a value of less than 80 million US dollars, and the right to appoint personnel except the top management of the region.


    Headquarters direct jurisdiction system: It is to set up subsidiaries in various countries, and then with the help of developed networks and communications, the subsidiaries are directly managed by the North American headquarters in a flat manner. All power is returned to the headquarters, which is the most efficient.


    Most companies now use a combination of the two. Subsidiaries are responsible not only to the president of the region where they are located, but also to the headquarters. Even many times, the two commands will be different. This has caused internal friction in the company. There are many examples of losing the market because of this internal friction in business history.


    At first, QQ and MSN competed for the market. Originally, MSN, which had a good development and a high reputation, was finally eliminated. In addition to being unfamiliar with the current situation of Huaxia Internet, the most important reason was the confusion of the command system. The lack of communication between the headquarters in Seattle and the capital, Microsoft China, directly led to a variety of erroneous orders, ruining MSN''s prosperity.


    The big company disease caused by this rigid system is very detrimental to the development of the company. So, choose a balance between being responsible and letting go.


    "I originally thought you would choose the ''headquarters responsible system'' of flat management." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Boss, although having more power will be addictive, but my energy is not unlimited. Enron Pacific''s business is all over the world, and I myself have no confidence to handle everything!"


    After taking a deep look at Rebecca Mark, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "It''s very late, go back and rest early, we''ll visit Vivendi tomorrow!"


    "Yes!"


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    La Defense is the primary central business district of the Paris metropolitan area, located in the Haute-Seine department in the west of Paris, near Neuilly-sur-Seine. The communes it covers include Courbevoie and parts of Puteaux and Nanterre. As the largest, most prosperous and most complete business district in Europe, La Defense is a symbol of French economic prosperity. It has the largest number of skyscrapers in the Paris metropolitan area. In addition, the landmark new Arc de Triomphe is located here, with an office space of about 3 million square meters and 1,500 enterprises of various types.


    Among these more than 1,500 companies is the famous Vivendi. It''s just that this behemoth, which made a staggering $60.6 billion in revenue in 2001, is now plagued by huge losses. If the financial scandals of Enron and WorldCom shocked the United States, then the financial scandal of Vivendi made European business circles vomit blood.


    A loss of 23.3 billion euros, at the current dollar-euro exchange rate of 1:1.249, is almost as good as Enron''s. Vidiwang is better than Enron in that most of the companies she has acquired have fairly good profitability, and Enron is purely for mergers and acquisitions. One of the two is to expand their business, and the other is to push up their stock price.


    This also explains that Vivendi can sell himself to save himself, while Enron can only go bankrupt.


    "Mr. Guo, welcome to Vivendi Group!"


    When Guo Shouyun and Rebecca Mark got out of the car, Jean Rene Fortou and the company''s executives greeted them collectively.


    Today''s Guo Shouyun is no longer the unknown person he used to be.


    Apple, Google, and Ruby are all leaders in Silicon Valley and world-renowned technology companies.


    Phoenix and Hanhua are the fastest-growing financial companies in the United States and China, respectively.


    Kuok, along with Burger King''s acquisition and Baccarat''s frenzied expansion, was named by BusinessWeek as the most dynamic emerging company in American retailing.


    The Matrix, along with the series of hit movies such as "Harry Potter", "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Fifty Shades of Grey", as well as the horizontal expansion of Marvel Comics, Pixar animation, Matrix games and theaters, has faintly Hollywood The style of the seventh giant.


    Although Enron Pacific has not recovered from the Enron pit, a series of mergers and acquisitions in 2001 made her a world-class energy giant. Especially in the power industry, with 273 large and small power plants on seven continents and 37,840 megawatts of power generation, it ranks first in the same industry in the world.


    Although none of these companies, except Apple, are listed, there is no way to accurately assess their full value. But even so, their industry influence alone is enough to make young people with gray temples and calm temperament in front of them to be valued by high-level and business leaders of any country in the world.


    "Mr. Forto is very kind, it is my honor to be in Vivendi and to be so welcomed by everyone."


    Guo Shouyun, who is used to seeing big scenes, is already familiar with the current situation.


    Seeing that he didn''t have the arrogance after the success of the youth at all, Vivendi executives including Forto couldn''t help but have a good feeling in their hearts.


    After a few people shook hands briefly, "Mr. Guo, Ms. Mark, please come in. We have arranged to entertain the two of you."


    "Please!"


    After a few polite words, under the leadership of Fortu, the group walked into the headquarters building of Vidiwang.


    In the large and luxurious conference room, both parties took their seats according to their status. Sitting at the center is undoubtedly Jean Rene Fortou and Guo Shouyun, who hold the highest power in the two companies.


    "How long does Mr. Guo plan to stay in France this time?"


    "It depends on whether the negotiation with you goes well." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "We Vivendi Group very much hope to cooperate with Mr. Guo."


    "I have the same expectations. So, with regard to our previous acquisition agreement, did Mr. Fortu agree to it?"


    "Although I very much hope to agree to Mr. Guo now, the board of directors of the company feels that there are still many points for discussion."


    "Appreciate further details!"


    "We have discussed in detail the two proposals A and B submitted by Ms. Mark before. Unfortunately, it is difficult for us to agree with any of them."


    "Oh? You mean to refuse to cooperate?"


    "No, I think we can change the way of cooperation? For example: investment." Jean Rene Fortou''s eyes flashed a little.


    "Investment?" Guo Shouyun frowned for a moment, then suddenly said in surprise, "You don''t plan to let me invest in Vivendi, right?"


    "Mr. Guo is really smart! ... Although the company''s financial problems were announced, the market value has dropped from 100 billion US dollars to 12.6 billion now. But Mr. Guo knows that the value of Vidiwang is more than that. Now Vidiwang has six major industry.��


    "In the field of film and television, Vidivan owns EMI, the largest film company in Europe, and Universal, the second largest film company in the United States. The combination of the two is the world''s second largest film and television library; in addition, we also control 80% of French film production; in 2000, the global $1 billion in box office revenue; Canal+ cable network is Europe''s largest pay-TV and digital TV operator, with 15.5 million subscribers in 11 European countries."


    "In the field of music, Vivendi Universal Music owns 850,000 copyrighted products, and its business covers 63 countries around the world, accounting for 22.5% of the global music market; it is the world''s largest publisher of jazz and classical music records, accounting for about 10% of the global classical music market. 40%.��


    "In the field of publishing, the predecessor of Vivendi Universal Publishing Co., Ltd. was the French Havas Publishing Group. After the acquisition of Houghton Mifflin Publishing House in the United States in 2001, it is currently the third largest book publisher in the world and the second largest educational book publisher in the world. ;The business of the publishing company includes literature, reference books, education, educational software, games, etc. The company has famous publishing houses in France, the United States, Spain, Brazil and Argentina; it is the world''s largest educational software manufacturer, the largest Online game provider and the second largest developer of computer games."


    "In the field of Internet, Vivendi Internet Group is the second largest Internet Content Provider (ICP) in Europe and the United States, providing Internet access portal services in eight countries including France, Italy and Scandinavia."


    "In the field of communications, Vidione Global Communications owns Cegetel and SER, the two main mobile communication operators in France. The company provides fixed-line and mobile phone services in Europe, the Mediterranean coast and Africa, with 42 million customers."


    "In the field of environmental protection, Vidiwang Environment is the world''s largest environmental service company. It develops water treatment, waste treatment, energy and transportation businesses in 102 countries around the world. Among them, Vidiwang Water Treatment Company is the world''s largest water company. More than 100 countries around the world provide services for 110 million people; Onyx garbage disposal company is the third largest garbage disposal company in the world and the largest in Europe, with 151 garbage recycling stations around the world. 186 road car routes in Europe and Australia. Dalkia Energy, operating 65,000 heating systems in Europe.��


    ��In addition to this, the company holds a 55% stake in Spain��s largest water treatment company, the second largest waste water collection and treatment company. A 12.7% stake in Sky, the UK��s largest pay-TV operator. France��s largest satellite company. 14.2% stake in digital TV platform CanalSat.��


    "I believe Mr. Guo can understand that in addition to the Internet and communication fields, Vivendi''s four business areas of film and television, music, publishing, and environmental protection are at the top of the industry. With your foresight and business talent, you will definitely be able to see Vivendi. A glorious future under Diwang''s temporary loss."


    Guo Shouyun smiled faintly at the twinkling eyes of Jean Rene Fortou.


    "I can get such a high evaluation from Mr. Fortu I am really ashamed. Vidiwang is indeed a high-quality company with rich assets and coveted high-quality. However, it is a pity that in the acquisition of Enron After that, I no longer have the funds and energy to bear the loss of 23.3 billion euros in Vivendi."


    "We don''t need Mr. Guo to buy Vivendi like Enron. We only need you to come forward to buy about 15% to 20% of the shares."


    Looking at the urgency in Fortu''s eyes, Guo Shouyun somewhat understood the other party''s plan.


    "Do you want to use my reputation and funds to raise the share price of Vivendi, and then take the opportunity to withdraw funds from the bond market and the stock market to tide over the difficulties? It''s a good idea. If all goes well, Vivendi''s assets can also be To avoid the point of being a big sale, to maintain the current scale of the company, and to have a bigger platform to display after the difficulties. Jean Rene Fortu is really not easy. But things are not so simple to succeed!"


    Thinking of this, an idea in Guo Shouyun''s heart gradually took shape.


    Looking at the silent man across from him, Forto felt a little uneasy in his heart.


    "Mr. Guo, what do you think?"


    "Very good note. However, investing in Vidiwang is not my own wish unless...!"


    "Unless what?"


    There was a hint of anxiety in the involuntary flow of Jean-Rene Forto''s tone. Although he quickly noticed and made a demonstration, he still gave Guo Shouyun a hint of certainty. ()


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    Chapter 329 The Future of the Matrix


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    "Unless we can reach a wider cooperation!"


    "Mr. Guo, please explain in more detail!"


    Jean-Rene Fortou asked, with a vague suspicion in his heart.


    "It''s very simple, Universal Pictures, Vidione Games, Canal+ Cable Network and Universal Music Group, I''m buying them...!"


    "Sorry, Mr. Guo. Any of them are not for sale by Vivendi!"


    "Mr. Fortu, don''t interrupt me in a hurry. First of all, you should understand that any help comes at a price. Second, the Vivendi Group''s losses always have to find funds to solve." Guo Shouyun, who was sitting firmly on Diaoyutai, said slowly.


    "Mr. Guo, I think you are wrong. What Vivendi needs now is not help, but smart collaborators. And we do not lack generous collaborators. Mr. Guo is only one of our options, not the only one. "


    "Really? In that case, why is Vivendi''s share price still hovering at $6, and there is no sign of those generous collaborators buying the dips, or saving them?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Looking at Jean Rene Fortou with a dignified expression on his face, Guo Shouyun continued to strengthen his language offensive.


    "Okay, Mr. Fortu, let''s talk about some practical things. Many businesses of my Matrix company overlap with Vivendi Group, especially in film and television. Although there may be some gap between the two sides in terms of scale, we are in film and television. The copyright reserve is unmatched by Universal. I think Mr. Fortou should agree with this?"


    "Of course. Not to mention Marvel comics, but Mr. Guo owns 53 copyrights (series), many of which are still popular after film adaptations such as "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Fifty Shades of Grey" and "The Hangover" Series. Oh, by the way. Forgot to congratulate Mr. Guo, "Declaration of Independence", the first film in the "National Treasure" series, achieved a box office of 35.14 million US dollars. According to this trend, the North American box office exceeded 100 million and the global box office exceeded 200 million. It''s a sure thing. The Matrix is ??making a fortune again!"


    There was unabashed envy in Jean-Rene Fortou''s tone.


    No wonder he would envy that the "National Treasures" series has been written by Guo Shouyun in combination with the stolen treasures he had seen in his previous life, as well as "Charlemagne Code", "Indiana Jones 4" and other similar movies.


    The entire series is very popular and has sold more than 200 million copies in three years. With such a deep reader base, as long as there is no major problem with the subsequent adaptation and shooting. Judging from the box office of the first film, the entire "National Treasure" series can earn at least $2 billion at the box office. If you add video tapes, CDs and other peripheral sales, this is a big cake worth $4 billion to $5 billion.


    It is also a movie, and Jean Rene Fortou, who owns Universal, will naturally not be envious, even a little jealous.


    "Thank you. But "National Treasure" is only one of the many film and television series in Matrix, and we have many popular scripts." Guo Shouyun smiled lightly and paused, "If Mr. Fortu is willing to put Universal Pictures, If four companies such as Matrix Games sell to us, we are also willing to cooperate with Vivendi Group in this regard.��


    "Universal Pictures is sold, how does Vivendi cooperate with Matrix? As a pure investor?"


    There was a hint of sarcasm in Jean-Rene Fortou''s tone.


    "Is there anything you can''t do? As long as you can make money, what about pure investment? In this way, Vivendi can save more time and energy to focus on the main business. And, IMHO, although Vivendi''s assets Huge, spanning across six major industries of film and television, music, publishing, Internet, communication and environment, but you are best at the environmental field. You are not good at the other five industries, which is why you hold a good hand, but The main reason for the loss of 23.3 billion euros."


    "If Mr. Guo is at the helm of Vidiwang, how do you plan to manage the company? Or how do you get through the current difficulties?"


    After thinking for a while, Jean-Rene Fortou suddenly asked in a meaningful way.


    "If it were me, I would focus the company''s main business on two to three departments with the most potential, focus on adjusting management strategies, accumulate experience, and make the best of several industries. For example, cut off the Internet and communications. And publishing three industries, sell the excess shares of other companies, withdraw funds, and focus on developing the two industries of film and television and the environment." When the words were finished, Guo Shouyun shrugged, "This is just my personal idea, Mr. Fortu Quan Zuo refer to."


    "Thank you, Mr. Guo for your proposal!" Jean Rene Fortou said after pondering for a moment and taking a deep look at the man opposite.


    "You''re welcome. As long as you don''t think I''m cheating on Vidiwang!"


    Fortu smiled, "Mr. Guo, just like your proposal, if we operate film and television as our main business, it will be even more impossible to sell Universal Pictures."


    "Am I taking myself into the ditch?" After laughing at himself, Guo Shouyun straightened his expression, "This cooperation with Vidiwang, we mainly have two goals, one is Universal Pictures, the other It��s the Vidiwang environment. If it doesn��t work out, then this collaboration is meaningless.��


    "Then I may have to apologize to Mr. Guo. Both Universal Pictures and Vidiwang Environment are not for sale by the company."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "So our negotiation can end here."


    "I''m sorry for letting Mr. Guo go away in vain."


    "It doesn''t matter, it''s a worthwhile trip to know Mr. Fortu and all the senior management of Vidiwang." After the words were finished, he stood up, "Since we have finished talking, we will leave."


    "I''ll send Mr. Guo!"


    Guo Shouyun and his entourage left after seeing off from the high-level Vidiwang headed by Fortu.


    On the way back to the hotel by car, Rebecca Mark said: "Boss, it seems that Jean Rene Fortou is not in a hurry to reach a cooperation agreement with us."


    "It was already anticipated. Today''s meeting is just a test, and substantive negotiations will be involved later. ... Now let''s see who can be more calm." Looking at the bustling street scene in Paris outside the car window, his mind was still Details of previous negotiations with Jean-Rene Fortou are played back.


    Rebecca nodded in agreement.


    "Looking at it now, our previous guesses were all wrong. Whether it''s Universal Pictures or Vidiwang Environment, Fortu doesn''t plan to sell it." After a moment of silence, Guo Shouyun suddenly said.


    "If you choose one of the last two, Jean Rene Fortou refuses very simply." Rebecca nodded.


    "Hmm! ... Do you think it would be a good idea to acquire Vidiwang?"


    "Huh?" After giving him a surprised look, "The boss really intends to buy Vivendi?"


    "I didn''t have this idea at first, but Fortu reminded me. The most important thing is that Vidiwang''s stock price is very cheap now!" Guo Shouyun subconsciously raised his right hand and rubbed his chin.


    Seeing that he didn''t seem to be cheating, Rebecca Mark shook his head after pondering for a moment.


    "I''m afraid it will be difficult. Excluding interference from the political level, Jean Rene Fortou has just become the CEO of Vidivan, and it is when he is showing his strength and displaying his ambitions. I am afraid it is difficult to accept the boss''s interference with him. Business strategy for Vidivan.��


    "Rebecca, you know, I will never interfere with the correct management ideas of the company''s top management."


    "I understand. But Vidivan is now losing money, and from your previous response to Jean-Rene Fortou''s reform measures for Vidivan, you know that the two sides are ''leading in what way'' Vidiwang has come out of the predicament, and there are big differences in the company''s future strategic choices. If you are allowed to acquire Vidiwang, these differences will become the source of conflict between the two sides. It is very likely that the weaker Jean Rene Fortou was fired. Under such considerations, I would never let you buy Vidivan if it was me.��Unless you are willing to spend a lot of time and energy on a foundation with generous capital , Only by means of a hostile takeover can it be possible to win the controlling stake of Vidiwang.��


    After thinking for a moment, Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement.


    "What we lack the most right now is time and energy. I don''t want to waste it on unplanned things like Vidiwang."


    "So, this matter is back to our original plan, which is to selectively acquire part of Vivendi''s business." Rebecca Mark said.


    "That''s right. However, getting a cooperation agreement that satisfies both parties is enough of a headache."


    "Boss, do you really want to take down Universal Pictures?" Rebecca Mark said after a moment of silence.


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Matrix''s film and television system is relatively complete and has rich film and television copyrights, but compared with Hollywood media giants such as Disney and Time Warner, we still lack their experience in making blockbusters and a complete world-class distribution system. If we can successfully win Universal Pictures can effectively make up for the shortcomings of Matrix in this regard. Besides, in addition to film production and distribution capabilities, I also value another business portfolio under Universal.��


    "what?"


    "Universal Studios!"


    Guo Shouyun said slowly.


    At present, the world''s theme parks and resorts comparable to Disneyland, in addition to Merlin Entertainment, is Universal Studios. However, Merlin Entertainment''s projects include Madame Tussauds, London Aquarium, London Eye, etc., which are too different from Disneyland and Universal Studios. Therefore, Guo Shouyun, who understands the general trend of the future cultural tourism industry, prefers Universal Studios. Also, Universal Studios is more adult-friendly than Disney''s for kids.


    "Film, music, comics, animation, games, and publishing can be regarded as the upper end of the entertainment industry chain. Cinemas, TV stations, and online media are the mid-end channels of the entertainment industry, while the cultural tourism industry is the lower end that best fits the entertainment industry. The combination of the three can open up the upstream and downstream of the entertainment industry and support a media flagship with a market value of over 100 billion."


    "This is your future plan for the Matrix Group?"


    Rebecca Mark''s eyes widened in surprise.


    "Think grand?"


    "Um!"


    "Actually, both Disney and Time Warner are doing the same thing as me. My strategy is just imitating them."


    "That said, you''re faster and faster than Disney and Time Warner."


    "Matrix is ??younger and more dynamic, and it is normal that it will be more efficient than Disney and Time Warner. But as the company gradually expands, the ''big company disease'' of Matrix will also be inevitable." Guo Shouyun said.


    Scale and efficiency seem to be a paradox that cannot be effectively unified. This is a headache for all the big companies around the world.


    "Let''s talk about the matrix, let''s talk about Vivendi. If this negotiation doesn''t go well, Azuricos Water, I will sell it."


    "I understand! Although I really want to make it bigger, I won''t hesitate when it comes time to choose." Rebecca Mark affirmed.


    "You can think so Guo Shouyun nodded, "If possible, to facilitate the merger of Azurikos and Vidiwang Environment, and get the main equity of the new company, it is our negotiation this time. one of the tasks. "


    "If that''s the case, I''m afraid the new company will still be dominated by people from Vidiwang."


    "It doesn''t matter. The water industry has low profits and higher requirements for management experience and technology than other basic industries. Vidiwang has been immersed in this industry for hundreds of years, and their management is more suitable than us."


    After nodding in agreement, Rebecca Mark continued: "How to dispose of this part of the shares? Put it under Anping Capital?"


    "The shares of the water company, the shares of the steel plant in India and the Tata Group, have little to do with the main businesses of electricity and natural gas operated by Enron Pacific, so it is appropriate to put them under Anping Capital. Moreover, similar projects in the future may There will be more. Just below Anping, let��s set up this investment and financial subsidiary. However, the scale should not be too large, and there is no need to set up a global branch, as long as it can manage these shares.��


    "Lingling...!"


    At this moment, Rebecca Mark''s phone suddenly rang.


    "Who?"


    "Jean Rene Fortou! It seems that he is more impatient than we thought." Rebecca Mark said with a hint of excitement in her tone.


    "Don''t jump to conclusions, just listen to what he has to say." Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    "Yes!"


    After answering, Rebecca pressed the answer button.


    "Boss, looking for you!"


    "Give it to me!" Guo Shouyun reached out and took it.


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    "Mr. Guo?"


    "Wouldn''t Mr. Forto change his mind so soon?"


    "Of course not. The cooperation between Vidiwang and Mr. Guo is not determined by me alone. What happens next depends on the decision of the board of directors."


    "Then why did you call me?"


    "Mr. Guo, in addition to business cooperation, I think we still have a lot to talk about."


    "Really. Like?"


    "For example, art. I know that Mr. Guo likes to collect. There will be a charity auction tomorrow night at the ''Longe Castle'', in which many fine oil paintings and artworks from China will appear. If Mr. Guo is interested, I can Come with you!"


    "Mr. Forto, I''m really very interested in art collection, and I want to promise you. But I''m really sorry. I''m going to fly back to the United States tomorrow, so I can''t participate."


    "Back to the United States? Didn''t Mr. Guo just come from the United States?"


    "Yeah! This time I came to France mainly to cooperate with Vivendi. However, since there is no hope for cooperation now, I don''t need to stay any longer. Moreover, Matrix and Time Warner still have some cooperation to discuss, I must personally Be there." Guo Shouyun replied.


    "Time Warner? Mr. Guo is also interested in them?"


    "Of course. As we all know, because of AOL''s relationship, they are encountering some difficulties now, and they are willing to sell some of their assets to tide over the difficulties. It happens that I am interested in these assets under their umbrella, and the two sides are talking. ...Sorry, Forto Sir, I have a phone call from here, so let''s talk about it first. When you go to the United States, I will definitely entertain you in person. "


    "Okay, since that''s the case, then I won''t bother Mr. Guo any more!" There was obviously a hint of imperceptible tension in Jean Rene Fortou''s tone.


    "goodbye!"


    "goodbye!"


    Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    "Boss, do you really plan to go back to America tomorrow?"


    "I just came to France, and the negotiations with Vidivan have just begun. How can I go back tomorrow."


    "Then you... just pressured Vivendi?" Rebecca guessed.


    "Well! ... I have a lot of things to do when I come out this time, and I don''t have time to fight with the Vivendi people. Simply put some pressure on them, so that everyone can showdown sooner. The sooner the negotiation with Vivendi ends, the right The better for us."


    Rebecca Mark nodded, "What if there is still no news from Vivendi by noon tomorrow? Do you really plan to go back?"


    "No, I have already set up the framework for negotiating with Time Warner, and I will leave the rest to Buddy. However, I will go to the UK! When everything is over, if the conditions of Vivendi still remain unchanged, I will go directly to Buddy. Fly there to India!"


    "What about me? Are you still here?"


    "You stay in France for a few more days. If you don''t wait for Vivendi''s reply, go to England to join me right away, and we go to India together. ... You are more familiar than me there!"


    Enron''s market in India was originally built by Rebecca Mark. Compared to the first time he went there in two lifetimes, Rebecca was naturally more familiar, so there was no reason not to bring her.


    "Understood!"


    Back at the hotel, it was already noon. After lunch, the group went to work on their own. Guo Shouyun guarded the computer to approve the emails sent by the various companies under it. Time flies by in a hurry.


    After sending the last email about the YouTube website design, Guo Shouyun frowned, stood up and stretched.


    Looking at the lights in the room and the dark sky outside, "Matthew, what time is it?"


    "It''s seven o''clock in the evening in 20 minutes, boss!"


    "It''s already so late. Let''s go, let''s eat, I''m a little hungry!"


    Matthew nodded and hurriedly took the coat hanging on the hanger.


    Although three-star hotels also provide dinner, the taste is really difficult to meet Guo Shouyun''s requirements. He is picky about eating and wants to try a pure and authentic French meal. However, when I was about to go out, I encountered a small situation, or an accident.


    "Bruce, why are you here?"


    "Al?"


    Seeing his brother-in-law who was full of surprise and strode towards him, Guo Shouyun also showed a surprised look on his face.


    "It''s really you? I didn''t dare to recognize it just by looking at the back. However, how come you, a billionaire with a net worth of tens of billions of dollars, didn''t go to the presidential suite of a five-star hotel?"


    Al Bevan strode forward, gave Guo Shouyun a warm hug, and said happily.


    "I came out on behalf of the company this time, not myself. Naturally, I have to abide by some of the company''s rules and regulations. It''s you, didn''t you accompany Olivia in Greece last time you called? Why did you suddenly come to France?"


    "There was a bit of conflict, so I came to France to relax and inspect a few young players! By the way, have you eaten dinner?"


    "No. What, you want a treat?"


    "A treat is a treat, and it''s not that I can''t afford it. Come on, I''ll take you to a place with authentic French food."


    "OK!"


    The two went out together, Al Bevan drove, and Guo Shouyun sat in the co-pilot.


    "By the way, I forgot to ask you, how did you come to France?"


    "Does Vivendi understand?"


    "Certainly, newspapers all over Europe are reporting on this huge company with a loss of 23.3 billion euros recently! What, are you going to buy it?"


    "No, I only need part of its business."


    Al Bevan nodded, "Forget it, don''t ask. Your gigantic mergers and acquisitions that cost more than ten or two billions make me dizzy."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "How is your Bevin Sports Company doing?"


    "Hey, just sent Kolo Toure to Arsenal two weeks ago for ��12m!"


    "It seems that you have a successful career now."


    "Of course! By the way, Bruce, do you still have good seedlings, can you recommend me a few more?" Al Bevan asked with shining eyes.


    In the past few years, the Tour�� brothers recommended by Guo Shouyun, Frank Ribery, Luca Toni, Diego Milito, Marcos Senna, Didier Drogba, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Mi Loslav Klose has already played the main force in the mainstream European leagues. Against the background of these football talents, the fledgling Al Bevin has become a powerful rookie among European football agents. His Bevin sports company has also been rated as the most potential company in the same industry by European mainstream media for many times. Therefore, he, who was still dubious about Guo Shouyun''s recommendation at the beginning, has now completely worshipped him under the magic wand of the other party.


    "I''ve been busier and busier in recent years, and I don''t have the time or mind to follow news from the sports world, so I can''t help you. Besides, Al, you are now the CEO of Bevin Sports, and you have to do a lot of things yourself. To solve it. If you are too dependent on others, you and your company will never grow." Guo Shouyun shook his head and said solemnly.


    "It seems that there is nothing to gain from you here!"


    Seeing his lost appearance, Guo Shouyun hesitated for a while, but he still cared about Molly''s feelings after all.


    "Josep Guardiola!"


    "That Guardiola from Brescia?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Are you kidding me? Although he used to be brilliant, he is now a thirty-two-year-old guy. Who wants him except for the second-tier team?"


    "I didn''t ask you to sign a player contract with him, but a coaching contract!"


    "Coaching contract?"


    "That''s right! Having a good head coach under your wing is a huge benefit to the development of your players."


    "Like Mourinho?" Al Bevan mused.


    "Looks like you''re not stupid!"


    "It''s up to you, but Guardiola really has the talent to be a good manager?"


    "If you don''t believe me, I didn''t say it."


    "Don''t, I believe it''s okay? When the French side is over, I''ll go to Spain right away!" As he spoke, the car turned the corner, and a red house appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    Looking at this radiant building with a striking red windmill logo, Guo Shouyun pointed at it in surprise and said, "The place you''re talking about isn''t this place, is it?"


    "Yes, the French landmark - the Moulin Rouge!"


    Impressionist master Auguste Renoir''s masterpiece "Moulin Rouge" made this dance hall famous all over the world. The subsequent series of film and television works magnified the status of the Moulin Rouge in people''s hearts. Although more than a hundred years later the Moulin Rouge has changed from a luxurious and luxurious place at the beginning to a pure entertainment place and a famous tourist attraction. But Guo Shouyun, who had never been to such a place in his two lifetimes, was a little complicated in his heart. Both anticipation and resistance. Especially with Al Bevan.


    Looking at Al Bevin who was familiar with the road after parking, Guo Shouyun asked, "Do you come here often?"


    "As long as I come to Paris, I will choose to come here for a drink in the evening. ... Don''t worry, the lights are very dim. They won''t recognize you as a rich man, let''s go."


    Guo Shouyun, who came for the first time, followed Al Bevan into this famous dance hall. Soon, everything in front of him overturned all his previous stereotypes about the Moulin Rouge.


    Luxurious decoration, HTC stage, neatly arranged tables, and a crowd of diners in suits and leather shoes all indicate that this is just a restaurant with stage performances. There was nothing like Guo Shouyun''s impression of a crowd of people, and the appearance of singing and dancing.


    "Sir, do you want some food?"


    "want!"


    "Perry Godin salad, Norwegian salmon, Australian Wagyu grade 5 sirloin, one foie gras, creamy seafood soup, two egg rolls! Bruce, what are you drinking?"


    "Margaux in ''92!"


    French cuisine emphasizes red wine with red meat and white wine with white meat. They ordered beef tenderloin, and of course they wanted red wine.


    "A bottle of Margaux 1992! Well, let''s order these."


    After paying the tip, the waiter left happily.


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 Chapter 331： Coveted on Manchester United

    Chapter 331 Coveted on Manchester United


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    "How about this place, isn''t it?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "It''s much better than I thought before."


    Al Bevan pouted, "Molly is my sister, where do you think I''ll take you? By the way, is she okay?"


    "fine!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    Al Bevan stared straight at the man in front of him with gray temples, who was obviously much more vicissitudes than a year ago. After a long silence, he sighed deeply.


    "It''s her happiness that my sister can meet you!"


    "Don''t praise me. I just fulfilled my responsibility as a husband, and I don''t know how long I can last!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "I understand. Although our status is different, from a human point of view, we are all the same. But I hope that when you get married, you can leave Molly to my care."


    "No, I promised Molly to take care of her for the rest of my life. She will never leave my side whether I remarry or not. And you know I have the time and energy to take good care of her."


    Seeing his sincerity mixed with a determined look, Al Bevan nodded slowly.


    "By the way, how are Elizabeth and George? I haven''t seen them in a month."


    Al Bevin changed the subject.


    "Very good. They speak more and more fluently. And George misses your uncle very much." Mentioning his two cuties, Guo Shouyun also showed a gentle smile on his face.


    "Haha, I think that stinky boy misses my gift!"


    "The basketball you gave him last time didn''t get boring for a month. The Garfield doll I gave him, he threw it away in two days. Sometimes I really don''t understand, this little guy is obviously my son, how can it be Are you closer to your uncle?"


    "Haha, this is a character issue!"


    While the two were joking, the waiter pushed up the dishes they ordered.


    "Sir, do you need to open it now?"


    "Open it!"


    The waiter nodded, opened the red wine, handed the cork to Al Bevan to check that it was all right, and poured it into the decanter next to it.


    "Do you two need anything else?"


    "No more. We''ll call you again if something happens."


    "Okay, you two please take it slow!"


    After speaking, the waiter politely turned and left.


    "The wine has to wake up for a while, let''s have some appetizers first!" Al Bevin said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after eating a little, "Have you been home recently?"


    "Just went back a week ago."


    "Is Rudy okay?"


    "Like the same, still running his football bar!"


    "That''s good. I''ll go see him in a few days!"


    "Aren''t you going to buy Vivendi''s business and still have time to go to the UK?"


    "When you come to Europe, you always have to go there. Also, since the last time he left San Francisco, I haven''t seen him for almost half a year. Whether it''s for Molly or my son-in-law''s etiquette, I have to go and see! As for Victoria Wandi, someone else is in charge even if I''m not there."


    Al Bevan nodded.


    "Bruce, I remember you had a basketball team in America called the Clippers!"


    After nodding, he glanced at him, "Why, you''re just not satisfied with football, and you want to expand your Bevin Sports Company into the basketball circle?"


    "Can''t you?"


    "Of course not. I''m just asking. If you really want to, I''ll give you some help. But it''s up to you!"


    "Hey, I''ll give it a try. But the main business of Bevin Sports Economics is still in the football circle." After a pause, "Bruce, since you are so interested in sports, do you plan to buy a five-star company like basketball? League football clubs?"


    "Is this your real purpose?" Guo Shouyun said directly after looking at him.


    Al Bevan, who knew his character, was also a bachelor, and nodded quickly.


    "It''s not easy to mix in the football circle these days. Excellent player resources are controlled by those economic companies and football agents who are powerful and well-connected. If there is no relationship, it is difficult to have great development. Just like me, if there is no The players you recommended are still doing errands for those big companies to accumulate experience and connections."


    "Who didn''t come here like this, compared to ordinary people, you are already lucky enough!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "I know. But you also understand that people''s ambitions and desires are constantly changing with time, and the strong always want to be stronger."


    "So you encouraged me to buy the team?"


    "Hey, that''s right. Having a good football club behind me can make up for the fact that my foundation is weak."


    "Olivia is the daughter of the boss of Olympiacos. Isn''t it enough to have this strong Greek team to support you?"


    "Although Olympiacos is good, it is not the mainstream giants of the five major leagues. It is possible to lay a foundation, but it is difficult to climb to the top."


    Looking at Al Bevan, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Did you get hit somewhere?"


    "how do you know?"


    "It''s written on your face!"


    "Well, a very talented player I was looking for was robbed. The guy is called Daniel Levy, a guy who even has a fake agent license because he is a cousin of Valencia''s new manager. , it was easy to gain the trust of the player himself and his family." Al Bevin said.


    "Because he promised to bring that player to Valencia?"


    Al Bevan nodded reluctantly.


    At present, the strength of the top teams in the mainstream European leagues is not as strong as it was later, under the accumulation of money. Valencia, which has reached the Champions League final for two consecutive years, is still the "white ghost" that can bring a major threat to Real Madrid and Barcelona.


    Such a strong team does have an irresistible attraction for the player himself.


    "By the way, what''s the name of the player you''re optimistic about?"


    "Olivier Giroud! A 16-year-old striker, very talented!"


    "Olivier Giroud."


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun reluctantly found some information about this guy from the memory bank of his previous life.


    A forward for the French national team, in the 2011-12 season, Olivier Giroud helped Montpellier to win the Ligue 1 championship and became the top scorer of the season with 21 goals. In the summer of 2012, he joined Arsenal. In the 2013-14 season, he helped Arsenal win the FA Cup, ending Arsenal''s embarrassing record of nine years without a title.


    The 192-centimeter-tall center, who only played in the top league at the age of 24 and joined the national team at the age of 25, is considered to be a late bloomer, but his strength is among the best among European forwards.


    "It''s really a pity!"


    "Bruce, buy a football team. You can easily do it with your financial resources. Moreover, many capitals and consortia are now pursuing those excellent football teams. This is a good deal!" Al Bevin earnestly of expectation.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "From a business perspective, running a football team is not a good choice."


    Looking at Al Bevan, who looked disappointed, he changed his words, "But I really like football, so I really want to try it...!"


    "Really?" Al Bevan said in surprise.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Great, Serie A, Ligue 1, Bundesliga, Premier League, La Liga, which one do you prefer? I''ll contact you!" Al Bevin''s words popped out like a barrage.


    "...By the way, Chelsea in the Premier League has recently been rumored to be sold, we can get in touch with it. Although I am not familiar with its owner Bates, my college classmate is now an U18 assistant coach at Chelsea, and we can know something through him in advance. Inside Chelsea."


    "Chelsea, the team of the Russian tyrant ''Abu''?"


    The thought in his mind flashed, Guo Shouyun shook his head, "I''m not very interested in Chelsea."


    "What about Newcastle, Aston Villa, or Monaco, Paris Saint-Germain...?"


    "Stop guessing. You should know that I''m only interested in good stuff."


    "You mean... a wealthy family?"


    "How is Manchester United?" Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Manchester United?!"


    After being shocked, Al Bevin showed excitement on his face, "You mean you want to buy Manchester United?"


    "Be quiet!"


    After noticing the blame and some disgusted glances thrown around him Al Bevan quickly made an apologetic look. After these eyes disappeared, he lowered his voice.


    "Are you really going to buy Manchester United, Manchester City?"


    "What, is there anything I can''t do?"


    "Of course not. But you know it''s the best football club in the UK. Two years ago, the media tycoon Murdoch was richer than you and his takeover failed."


    "Because it''s the best football team in the UK, and it''s the best in Europe, that''s why I''m interested in buying it. As for Murdoch''s failure. There''s a saying, ''this is the time'', and the English football environment two years ago was the same as the It��s different now, if you failed then, you won��t necessarily fail in the future.��


    When the Russian local tycoon ��Abrahimovic�� bought Chelsea and started the golden bullet mode in Europe to collect stars, everyone will see the importance of having a well-capitalized owner to the team. By then, the opposition of British football and fans will not be as fierce as when Murdoch bought Manchester United.


    The Glazer family''s acquisition of Manchester United is the best example.


    And his strength is hundreds of times stronger than the Glazer family, who are not even second-rate in the United States. Winning Manchester United has a higher success rate than the other side. The only hard thing to deal with is that hard bone, the spiritual symbol of Manchester United, ''Sir Ferguson''.


    "Okay, you cow, you are amazing. But I support your acquisition of Manchester United. Once it is successful, I will send it!"


    Looking at the excited Al Bevan, Guo Shouyun rolled his eyes.


    His acquisition of Manchester United was not for the brother-in-law''s Bevin Sports Economics company, but a long-standing plan.


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 Chapter 332： street player

    Chapter 332 Street Players


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    He likes football more than basketball, and was also the champion of the Champions League, European Cup and World Cup that year. Especially like Manchester United and Barcelona.


    Barcelona certainly has no chance, it''s a membership system. Manchester United is relatively more feasible.


    Moreover, Manchester United has more commercial value than Barcelona. Guo Shouyun still remembers a list of the ten most valuable football clubs published by Forbes before he was reborn. Manchester United topped Real Madrid with an estimate of more than $4 billion.


    And that''s not counting the nearly ��600m the Glazers have siphoned from Manchester United over a decade to pay off their debts. Therefore, from an investment point of view, Manchester United is undoubtedly the one with the highest cost performance.


    "I plan to buy Manchester United, but not now!"


    "Not now? When?"


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly, "When the opportunity comes, I will naturally take action."


    In fact, his so-called opportunity is when the Glazers come in. At that time, Abramovich''s "Golden Dollar Offensive" had already changed the situation of European football. The football circle is more accepting of capital, and he, Guo Shouyun, obviously has stronger capital than the Glazer family. On the contrary, if you enter the market for acquisition now, you will most likely have to be sullen.


    "What kind of opportunity?"


    "You''ll find out later! ... I''m hungry, let''s eat first!" Guo Shouyun changed the subject.


    Seeing him like this, Al Bevan pouted and said nothing more.


    Midway through dinner, the song and dance performance began. Guo Shouyun doesn''t know much about dance, but the dance at the Moulin Rouge is really good and attractive. But in contrast, he still prefers Chinese-style classical dance, similar to the cancan dance in France, which shows off female faces and proud figures, and he is not too cold. But maybe it''s a cultural difference, but Al Bevin next to him watched it with gusto.


    "You like it?"


    "What do you like?" Al Bevan didn''t react at once.


    "Dance!"


    "do not like."


    "I don''t like it? I don''t like it. You still look so invested?"


    "What do you know, I''m looking at beauties!" Al Bevan gave Guo Shouyun a blank look with an expression of "you really don''t understand appreciation".


    After being stunned for a moment, Guo Shouyun looked back at the stage and nodded.


    "It''s really beautiful!"


    "Of course. Moulin Rouge actresses must be ballet-trained, at least 1.72 meters tall, and between the ages of 16 and 25. They have to have a good face, a big smile, long thighs, and a playful nose. The Moulin Rouge is the dream of many girls, because the experience of the Moulin Rouge, like the magical secret phrase "Open Sesame" in "Alibaba", makes life a miracle. Many girls who danced in the Moulin Rouge later successfully entered the film and television The world. Therefore, there are beauties from all over the world gathered here, and every time you come, you can feast your eyes.��


    Guo Shouyun understood in his heart. But looking at the rhythmically raised snow-white and straight thighs on the stage, as well as the naked body, it was difficult for him to have the urge to possess. He has seen a lot of beauties, and he prefers Molly Bevan and Wendy Roosevelt, women who have beautiful appearance, rich knowledge, independent thinking and elegant temperament, rather than pure beauty.


    "Wow...!"


    With exclamations from the thousands of people in the audience, a scantily clad actress passed over the heads of the crowd with the help of steel rings that spread throughout the space. During the whole process, she showed her proud figure unscrupulously, attracting the attention of everyone present.


    After watching it for a while, Guo Shouyun lost interest in this kind of stereotyped stuff.


    "Are you finished? Let''s go after we finish!"


    "Let''s go? The show has just started, don''t you watch it?"


    "Don''t watch it, it''s boring!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Well, I really don''t know if you''re still a 23-year-old!"


    After complaining, the two of them, together with Guo Shouyun''s two bodyguards, walked away from the exit channel lightly.


    "It''s not yet nine o''clock, let''s walk together?" Al Bevan said.


    Looking at the brightly lit and crowded Champs-Elysees Avenue, Guo Shouyun, who hadn''t gone shopping for a long time, let alone experienced this kind of market atmosphere, nodded.


    "Forgot to ask. How are you and Olivia? Didn''t I hear that you were planning to get married some time ago?" Guo Shouyun asked as he walked.


    "Alas! We had a fight just because we were married!"


    "why?"


    "I hope Molly can attend my wedding, so I hope to wait a few years, maybe she will wake up. But Olivia doesn''t agree." Al Bevin said annoyed.


    Guo Shouyun patted him on the shoulder, he could understand the other party''s thoughts. For Al Bevan, who has not received much maternal love since he was a child, his sister Molly is the one who gives him the most maternal comfort, and its importance is self-evident. Therefore, for Al Bevan, who advocates perfection, the lack of blessings from the closest people on such an important matter as a wedding is obviously an irreparable shortcoming.


    "Please explain to Olivia. Although she is stubborn, she is a reasonable girl. I believe she will understand you!" Guo Shouyun said with relief.


    "hope so!"


    After saying that, Al Bevin''s footsteps suddenly stopped.


    "What''s wrong?"


    "listen!"


    Guo Shouyun looked at Al Bevan beside him with a bewildered face, and only realized after a moment that he was referring to the sound of the piano echoing in his ears at the moment.


    In developed European countries with high welfare and slow pace of life, there will never be a shortage of music lovers or artists on the streets.


    For example, in a small square not far from the subway entrance, a middle-aged man in a black suit is holding a violin and playing melodious music emotionally. The superb craftsmanship attracted large crowds around.


    "Schubert''s "Serenade"!" Al Bevan said softly, squinting slightly. It was obvious that he was intoxicated.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Let''s go and listen. It''s rare for someone to play the violin so well."


    "You too?"


    "I learned it for a while when I was young, but I''m not proficient!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    In Bruce Guo''s memory, his adoptive father fully inherited the Chinese people''s emphasis on education. Because of his wealthy family, he has cultivated various interests and hobbies since he was a child. Compared with Guo Shouyun''s elm head, Bruce Guo is obviously the kind of "other people''s child" that ordinary people call him, and he learns quickly no matter what. Violin, piano, guitar and other musical instruments, basketball, fighting, horseback riding, rich extracurricular activities and practice are also another major advantage for him to enter Stanford. You know, going to college in the United States is not just about academic performance.


    "Things you say you are not very proficient in are often done very well!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said nothing.


    Al Bevan, who was used to him, didn''t ask again. The two walked through the crowd together to the front.


    The melodious voice of "Schubert Serenade" reverberated in the crowd. This work, which has the reputation of "King of Songs" in the history of European music, showed a strong appeal in this black night sky, making people unconsciously intoxicated. in.


    "Whoa...!"


    At the end of the song, thunderous applause broke out. Among them, Guo Shouyun and Al Bevan are naturally included.


    However, unexpectedly, after the strange middle-aged musician got up and returned the salute, Al Bevin walked over.


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t figure out what he was going to do either, so he could only watch as he made the decision.


    "Hi, my name is Al Bevan. Your violin is great!"


    "Thank you. My name is Lucas Blanco, nice to meet you!"


    After the two shook hands with each other, Al Bevin continued: "Can I use your violin?"


    "You also use it?"


    "I was the violinist of the orchestra when I was at school." Al Bevin nodded.


    "Then I can rest assured, here it is!"


    Looking at the violin that was handed to him and was well maintained by the other party, Al Bevan took it over with a bit of care.


    "thanks!"


    "No, it''s up to you next!"


    Al Bevan nodded, took a slight breath to calm down, and put the violin on his shoulder.


    After closing his eyes for a while, the melodious piano sounded again.


    "Dream Wedding, Richard Clayderman?"


    Guo Shouyun knew where the music came from when it sounded.


    "...It seems that the conflict between him and Olivia is not easy to resolve this time." Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun shook his head. How could his own troubles be easily resolved?


    Al Bevan''s piano skills are undoubtedly worse than the previous one However, the rich expressive power of the violin still renders beautiful music.


    Richard Clayderman himself is French, and as one of his famous songs, "Dream Wedding" is not unfamiliar to Parisians.


    Therefore, after Al Bevan''s more than two-minute performance ended, the surrounding audience also gave enthusiastic applause.


    After bowing to the people around him, Al Bevin waved to Guo Shouyun.


    "Bruce...?"


    Guo Shouyun was helpless and walked over.


    "Your violin is good. But it''s getting late, can we go?"


    "Don''t worry, it''s rare to have a chance to go out for a walk, so why go back so early!" After a pause, he turned around, "Blanco, my friend is also a violin player, with a higher level than me, below Can you let him play one too?"


    "Really?" Lucas Blanco looked at Guo Shouyun in surprise.


    "No. My violin level is average...!" Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    "Bruce, don''t be so polite. Here...!"


    Al Bevan involuntarily put the violin in his hand and pulled Lucas Blanco aside.


    Guo Shouyun, who was completely forced to bow by the overlord, really couldn''t figure out what the guy was thinking in Al Bevin''s head. If you are interested, that''s all, you have to pull him together.


    Looking at the violin in his hand, and looking at the expectant eyes around him, Guo Shouyun sighed inwardly. It''s not his character to pretend to be a coward, so he only goes up. Fortunately, his violin skills are not too bad.


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 Chapter 333： song in memory

    Chapter 333 The Song in Memory


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    "What to pull?"


    There are many classic violin repertoires in his head, but the natural expressiveness of human nature makes him want to come up with something a little different. Soon, a piece of pure music that he liked very much in his previous life appeared in his mind.


    "Just it, although it''s a bit short, it''s just right."


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun put the violin behind his left shoulder and closed his eyes. The melody that could not be forgotten even if he was reborn echoed in his mind, he pulled the bow and let it slowly flow out of his memory.


    With the emergence of music, the memories that had been blurred in the previous life seemed to become clear again at this moment. Past and present life, all kinds of things, appeared in front of me, and an indescribable complex feeling emerged from the bottom of my heart. Under the guidance of this abundant emotion, his music has also become more infectious.


    After one song, the surrounding atmosphere seemed a little quiet. The thunderous applause didn''t sound until the clapping sound of ''pa'' was awakened.


    "Bruce, I guessed right. Your violin is great!" Al Bevan came over and said excitedly.


    "Hello sir, my name is Lucas Blanco, I''m an independent musician, and your violin is amazing!"


    "Thank you! My name is Bruce Guo."


    The two shook hands.


    "Mr. Guo, can you tell me the name of the piece just now? It''s very beautiful."


    "Certainly. It''s called ''You Left South... Exeter, and No One Talks To Me From Now On''!"


    Guo Shouyun originally wanted to say ''Nan~jing'', but considering that he has never been there since his birth, he changed his words.


    After the name was said, Al Bevan and Lucas Blanco were stunned. Al Bevan''s eyes were a little complicated. He knew the meaning of Guo Shouyun''s words.


    "Very fancy name, I''ve never heard this piece, is it your original?"


    "Forget it!" After sighing, Guo Shouyun handed the violin back, "Thank you for your violin!"


    "You''re welcome. Can I play this piece later?"


    "Can!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun wanted to turn around and leave, but stopped after thinking about it.


    "Do you have a pen and paper?"


    "I have, wait a minute!"


    After Lucas finished speaking, he quickly took out a pen and paper from his piano case and handed it over.


    "thanks!"


    After taking them over, Guo Shouyun took them and sat on the bench to the side, thought for a while, and started writing. It took about five or six minutes before he returned the pen and paper to Lucas.


    "Okay. If you play this music in the future, please continue this text."


    "OK!"


    Lucas took it politely.


    "Let''s go!"


    Greeting Al Bevan, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked out of the crowd with a lonely expression. After Al Bevan said goodbye to Lucas Blanco, he quickly chased after him.


    After the two left, Lucas looked at the paper in his hand, and in addition to the score, he saw such a paragraph written in neat English on it.


    "Molly, I''m a year older than you. It''s natural to meet you, meet you, and know each other in a bar in Exeter. Thank you for your dedication, care and attachment to me; thank you for making my heart warm from the ice and snow ;Thank you for every promise and fulfillment you have given me. We have known each other for three years and have been in love with each other. Although we may never be able to enter the palace of marriage due to an accident now. But I would like to make a promise to you under the witness of God. The first covenant, for the rest of your life, I and the child will always accompany you until the end of your life!"


    Looking at the long gone back, Lucas Blanco muttered to himself: "What a poignant love, I hope God can treat you kindly."


    "Still thinking of Molly?"


    Al Bevan asked after a long silence.


    Guo Shouyun nodded silently. People always have unforgettable first love, and Guo Shouyun is the same. In addition, it was not only Molly that made him feel complicated, but also the humble but nostalgic life of his last life, another indelible period of his youth. There are so many unforgettable memories.


    Suddenly, the expectation of going to Huaxia to take a look immediately became particularly strong at this time.


    "Well, I don''t know how to persuade you. But you''re doing well now. Even Molly herself wouldn''t want to see you the way you are!"


    "I know. It''s just that I suddenly remembered that my mood was fluctuating. ... By the way, are you going to inspect the players tomorrow?" Guo Shouyun changed the subject.


    "Well, are you interested in going with me?"


    "Forget it, I still have work to do, so I don''t have time for now. Next time!"


    Al Bevan shrugged and said nothing.


    "It''s getting late, let''s go back!" Guo Shouyun said after looking at his watch.


    "Okay. It just so happens that I have an early rest at night."


    After receiving the signal from Guo Shouyun, Matthew immediately took out the walkie-talkie and asked the bodyguard behind him to drive the car over. Soon the group returned to the hotel where they stayed.


    The next day, each had their own business, so Al Bevin and Guo Shouyun didn''t have an appointment for breakfast.


    However, just when Guo Shouyun had breakfast and started to work, Rebecca Mark hurried over with a few newspapers in her hand.


    Before he could ask, the other party had already put the newspaper in front of him.


    "Boss, look!"


    "Finance genius secret meeting Rene Fortu, suspected of acquiring Vivendi!"


    The front page headline of Bild immediately made Guo Shouyun frown.


    The content of the next few newspapers is also similar, almost all reports of his meeting with Jean-Rene Fortou, and there are photos of the two shaking hands.


    "Boss, this should be Vivendi''s method!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Suddenly so many mainstream media are rushing to report, there are photos and texts, and they are front-page headlines. No one can do this except Vivendi."


    "What do they want? Aren''t they afraid to offend us?"


    "Offend? Well, of course they won''t be afraid. After all, we still want Universal Pictures and the Vidiwang environment!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun sighed, "This time we were taken advantage of."


    Rebecca Mark nodded, "With your fame, Vidiwang''s stock price will definitely come out a positive line!"


    "It''s what is expected, look at it, there will be more reports about our negotiations with Vidiwang later."


    "So, Jean Rene Forto''s call is coming soon!" Rebecca Mark took out her cell phone.


    Sure enough, within a minute, her phone rang.


    "You pick it up, just say I went out to exercise and haven''t come back yet!"


    Rebecca nodded, pressed the answer button, and turned on the public office by the way.


    "Hello, Ms. Mark?"


    "Mr. Forto, call me so early?"


    "Hehe, it''s early. However, I just want to inform Ms. Mark and Mr. Guo of the good news! By the way, is Mr. Guo there?"


    "The boss went out for a run and hasn''t come back yet."


    "That''s it. Then I''ll just say it directly. Last night, the board of directors has agreed to make concessions in the cooperation between Matrix and Vivendi. So, if Mr. Guo and Ms. Mark are convenient, please go up to our company today. The deal between the studio and Vidiwang Environment continues."


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun nodded to Rebecca Mark.


    "Okay. I''ll tell the boss the truth. If he agrees, I''ll call you back."


    "Alright. But please hurry. Because we have several other interested companies to discuss."


    "clear!"


    "Goodbye then, Ms. Mark!"


    "Goodbye, Mr. Forto!"


    When the words fell, Rebecca Mark hung up the phone.


    "Boss, are you still going?"


    "Of course I''m going! I also want to hear what kind of concessions Fortu can make. However, although we are one move away, we can''t let them do whatever they want." After a pause, Guo Shouyun walked back and forth in the room a few times. Circle, after thinking for a while, he stopped, "Three days, just three days. If you can''t reach an agreement in three days, you will directly announce to the outside world that you will abandon all plans for Vidiwang. We must not let them use us to sell stock prices. Pull up and get money back from the stock and bond markets.��


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, call Fortu in half an hour and say that we will be at the Vidiwang headquarters on time at nine in the morning. Also, Matthew, call the Kunpeng and bring the official helicopter in the cabin over."


    Matthew nodded and quickly went down to convey.


    "Boss, what do you want a helicopter for?" Rebecca Mark asked curiously.


    "If I guess correctly, outside our hotel and outside the Vidiwang headquarters building are already crowded with reporters who want to interview us. If they see it, wouldn''t they help the Vidiwang Group in disguise?"


    "However, as long as we are indeed negotiating with Vidiwang, all this is inevitable. Even if we evade, Vidiwang will take the initiative to provide information to the media."


    "I know, but it''s better to have less if you can. Doing it is better than not doing it well!" Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    Rebecca Mark nodded, UU Reading said nothing more.


    Matthew''s efficiency was very fast. In less than an hour, he passed the application of the Paris flight control department. And put the plane heard on the roof of the hotel.


    However, this three-star hotel does not have a dedicated roof apron. So, it took a while to go up. But when money clears the way, everything seems easy.


    "Boss, look!"


    When the plane flew to less than 100 meters from the Vidiwang headquarters building, Rebecca, who had a good eye, suddenly saw the crowd of reporters crowded below, and it seemed that she was afraid of hundreds of schools.


    "It would be troublesome if they were blocked!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded silently, looked at the figure waiting on the tarmac not far away, and said slowly, "Get ready, the show is about to begin."


    Rebecca Mark nodded, "I just don''t know what kind of concessions they will make."


    "Don''t expect too much, they will definitely choose to delay as long as possible. This will make it easier for them to move in the capital market!"


    "What if we take the initiative to suppress Vivendi''s share price in the capital market?" Rebecca Mark suddenly said.


    "Seeing that the stock price that they worked so hard to raise has been suppressed, they will definitely hate us if they lose a lot of money again!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Unfortunately we can''t do it!" Rebecca sighed.


    For the attractive companies in Vivendi''s hands, it is absolutely impossible to maliciously suppress its stock price.


    "Stop thinking about it. Here we are!"


    Rebecca Mark nodded, looking at the approaching tarmac and the clearer figures on it, her expression returned to calm.


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 Chapter 334： exchange of benefits

    Chapter 334 Interest Exchange


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    "Mr. Guo, I''m glad we meet again!"


    As soon as the helicopter landed, Jean Rene Fortou took the initiative to greet him with a smile on his face.


    Holding the right hand he took the initiative to stretch out, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "I hope we won''t get anything like the last time we met this time."


    "I hope so too. But I was surprised that Mr. Guo came by helicopter!"


    "I also wanted to drive, but Vivendi mobilized so much media and blocked the gates. I had to switch to another mode of transportation!"


    "Mr. Guo is wrong, these media are not invited by us, they have been waiting here out of curiosity about you!" Jean Rene Fortou smiled without any change in his face.


    "Really? It looks like I''m going to live up to their expectations!" Guo Shouyun said flatly.


    "I understand that Mr. Guo doesn''t like to express himself in front of the media, but sometimes accepting interviews appropriately is good for you personally and for the development of your company!"


    "I''ll take Mr. Forto''s advice, but long-established habits are not so easy to adapt!"


    "Understood. I''m just a personal suggestion....Please!"


    "Please!"


    The two bosses took the lead, and the group came to the last conference room again. After the two parties were seated separately, the atmosphere gradually became tense and quiet.


    "Mr. Fortu, you said on the phone that you wanted to tell us the good news. Now that we are here, can you tell us the good news?" Guo Shouyun said straight to the point.


    "Of course! ... My good news is that the board agreed to sell Vidione Games to Matrix."


    "That''s really good news. But what about Universal Pictures or Vidione Environment? And Universal Music Group and Canal+?"


    "Mr. Guo, the root of Vidiwang Company is Vidiwang Environment. As early as more than 100 years ago, when Vidiwang was still a general water company, the environmental industry was our main business. So you think we will sell the company. Is it fundamental? And even if we want to sell, the company''s shareholders, the government, and even users will not agree."


    "What about Universal Pictures?" Guo Shouyun continued to ask irrefutably.


    "If the Vivendi environment is our past, then Universal is our future. Vivendi can''t sell our future."


    "This is your final answer?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after a while, "Mr. Fortu is interested in listening to my proposal?"


    "certainly!"


    "Acquiring Vidiwang Environment, we can give up. But I hope we can cooperate in this regard."


    "Cooperation?"


    "That''s right. Anping Company also has sewage treatment and waste treatment businesses. Originally, we hoped to acquire Vivendi Environment and join forces to become the world''s No. 1 in this industry. However, since you refused. Let''s change it. For example, the two parties will jointly divest this business and establish a new company focusing on water treatment, waste treatment, energy, and transportation, which will be listed in Paris and New York.��


    Jean Rene Fortou''s eyes flashed, "What about the shares? How to divide the shares of the new company?"


    He naturally doesn''t mind that the strong are always strong, but who controls the key companies is the key.


    "The two parties divide the equity according to investment and assets. The controlling stake can be handed over to Vivendi, but Anping will also send senior management to the board of directors to supervise the operation of the new company!"


    "Mr. Guo is really willing?" Jean Rene Fortou continued.


    "Will be willing? Willing? Not willing to give up!" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "Mr. Guo has something to say!"


    After looking at him, he continued: "Regarding Universal Pictures, Matrix and Vivendi jointly hold shares, but Matrix wants to get 80% of the shares."


    "80% of the shares? Is this what Mr. Guo is willing to do?"


    "That''s right! If Vivendi agrees, in the future, the Matrix Group will invest more than 100 million US dollars in major productions, which will be mainly produced and distributed by Universal Pictures. For example: "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Harry Potter", " National Treasure and more!"


    There was a violent struggle in the eyes of Jean-Rene Fortou, who knew exactly how lucrative these blockbusters were, the smash hits Hollywood was all about.


    "The 20% shareholding ratio is too low for Vidiwang." After a long time, Jean Rene Fortou, who took a deep breath, said solemnly.


    Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, he knew that the Frenchman in front of him had taken the bait.


    "How much does Mr. Fortou want?"


    "49%!"


    Fortu is not stupid. He knows that if he wants to get the production rights of these popular copyrights, Universal Pictures must be dominated by the matrix. Therefore, he asked for the highest shareholding ratio that could obtain the greatest benefit for Vidiwang.


    "Sorry, the matrix can only accept 20%." After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, looking like he was winning, "unless Universal Music and Canal+ TV network also join in."


    After taking a deep look at the confident man in front of him, Jean Rene Fortou said, "Mr. Guo''s choice is really impressive!"


    "Mr Forto''s run of Vidiwang is equally impressive, especially when I saw those papers this morning!"


    The two looked at each other and smiled. There is quite a feeling of sympathy when encountering opponents.


    "Mr. Guo''s proposal is beyond our expectations, so we need to discuss it internally before we can give you the answer!"


    "Understandable. However, I only give you three days. If after three days, there is still no result, I will declare to the media that this cooperation has failed. I think Mr. Fortu must understand what this means."


    Jean Rene Forto''s pupils shrank, obviously he sensed the threat in Guo Shouyun''s words.


    "Of course I understand."


    "That''s good! Oh, yes, my Phoenix company is a financial investment. If necessary, we will acquire a certain share of Vivendi. I believe this is good news for Vivendi now. ."


    Forto''s face changed, "I hope so too."


    "Then we won''t bother anymore, farewell!"


    "I''ll send Mr. Guo!"


    Returning to the original road, Jean Rene Forto''s expression became gloomy after watching Guo Shouyun and his party board the helicopter and leave.


    "Rene, did you hear that last sentence?"


    A gray-haired old man in a black suit next to him suddenly said.


    "Of course. If I don''t hear such an obvious threat, then I can resign from my current position as CEO of Vivendi!"


    The old man nodded, "He specifically mentioned Phoenix Company, just to remind us. If the cooperation is unsuccessful, shorting Vivendi is his next plan."


    "Short? Isn''t our investment in the stock market dangerous?"


    In the crowd, a fat middle-aged man in a gray suit exclaimed in shock.


    "Yeah. Now the Phoenix Company, or Thunder Fund, has achieved huge returns in the capital market several times in the past three years, and they have become the weather vane of many investment institutions. Once they suppress our stock price, we have set a plan before. Yes, the method of raising the stock price and withdrawing funds from the stock market to survive the crisis has almost all failed?"


    "This guy is too ruthless. With Vivendi''s current situation, if the stock price falls again, we may really go bankrupt!"


    After everyone talked for a while, their eyes stayed on Fortu again. After all, he is the one who calls the shots in the current Vivendi company.


    "You don''t have to panic. Bruce Guo is not a fool. What he wants is the assets under Vivendi that he is interested in, not to break with us. Moreover, although the Phoenix company is strong, it has a century-old history and heritage of Vivendi. Stronger than them. It''s just that our main task now is to bring the company out of trouble, not to fight for a few words. So, now we need to discuss the feasibility of Bruce Guo''s cooperation plan. It''s the most urgent thing we need to do right now."


    "What about Blackstone and Bain Capital? Do we still need to talk?"


    "Of course. We never have only one choice. Moreover, more companies can form competition and send a positive signal to the outside world, so that the stock price that we have fallen to the bottom can be pulled up again." Jean Rene Forto replied.


    ��


    When discussing Guo Shouyun''s new plan inside Vivendi, he also explained to Rebecca Mark I will go to the UK in the afternoon, and you are still responsible for the negotiation with Vivendi. "


    "Understood. That condition...?"


    ��As for the shares of the new company after the merger of Azurikos and Vidiwang Environment, you can do your best. We don��t ask for a controlling stake, but we can��t suffer losses. As for Universal Pictures, if Universal Music Group and Canal+ TV network are not merged Negotiations will limit the shareholding ratio of Vivendi to 20%~30%. If it is connected in parallel, it can be accepted that the shareholding ratio of Vivendi will reach 40%. 30% and 40% are our bottom lines, and we must not give in any more. ."


    Rebecca Mark nodded seriously.


    "Is it true that you finally said that Phoenix invested in Vivendi?"


    "You also understand my words as a threat, don''t you?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Actually half and half, no, it should be said that the threat component is only 1%. Even if Vivendi rejects all our cooperation, I will not be short. Because it is not worth it."


    "Are you still optimistic about Vivendi''s future?"


    "I do have the idea of ??being optimistic about its future. After all, Vivendi has a lot of attractive and potential assets in its hands. Although it is painful for it to get through the crisis, it is not difficult. Moreover, as a Fortune 500 company, Vivendi, It is deeply ingrained in France for two sessions, and it is not worth offending a powerful economy for the little money you get by shorting.��


    "I see!"


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 Chapter 335： financial operation

    Chapter 335 Financial Operations


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    After speaking, the helicopter has stopped on the roof of the hotel. When he came down and returned to his room, the bodyguard who stayed here handed him an invitation letter.


    "Where''s the person who sent it?"


    "left already!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took a look after taking it apart, and frowned.


    "Looks like my schedule has to be changed!"


    A look of surprise appeared on Rebecca''s face. She is well aware that her young boss rarely attends private banquets.


    "Here!" Seeing her curiosity, Guo Shouyun handed over the invitation.


    Rebecca Mark took a look at it, and there was nothing strange about the content, similar to most private invitations.


    "Boss, do you know this Nicolas Sarkozy?"


    "do not know!"


    "Then why did you agree?"


    "When you come to France, you always have to get in touch with what the upper class is like!" Guo Shouyun said with a meaningful smile.


    Of course, his words were just perfunctory, and the real reason was that Nicolas Sarkozy was the later French president. This kind of top political resource still needs to make friends.


    "Okay, I''m fine here for the time being, go get busy!" Guo Shouyun said after taking back the invitation.


    "Then I''ll go first!"


    "Well! ... By the way, prepare yourself at night and go with me when the time comes!"


    "I''ll go as well?"


    "You are also a high-level executive of the company. Expanding your network is good for you and the company!"


    "Understood!"


    After answering, Rebecca Mark turned and walked out.


    Seeing her leave, Guo Shouyun went back to his room, turned on the computer and started his work.


    "Buddy, is there any news from Time Warner?"


    "Not yet! ... Boss, are you going to buy Vivendi?"


    "Where did you get the news?"


    "The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and many other newspapers and media, and most of them are on the front page!"


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes, "These guys have sensitive noses!"


    "boss��?"


    "I''m listening. Regarding Vidiwang, I''m only interested in some of his businesses, not a full acquisition."


    "Is it Universal?" Buddy Morris said with a hint of longing in his tone.


    "Hehe, Buddy, when did you become so smart!"


    "Boss, don''t make fun of me. Can Vivendi sell Universal to us?" Buddy Morris asked with concern.


    "Not sure yet, but hopefully it should be more than 60%!"


    "Sixty percent, not too low. With the acquisition of Universal Pictures, our Matrix has really become a media giant comparable to Disney, Time Warner, and 20th Century Fox!" Buddy Morris said excitedly.


    "It''s never too late to be happy when the dust settles. It''s too early to tell!"


    "I see!"


    "Continue to pay attention to Time Warner. Now that my contact with Vivendi is exposed, they must not be able to sit still! Unexpectedly, they should contact you soon! When that time comes, remember what I told you."


    "Yes!"


    "Just here for now, I''ll hang up first. Call me if you have anything."


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun thought about it for a while, and quickly found William Zhang''s number and dialed it.


    "boss!"


    "Remember what I told you about?"


    "Remember!"


    "Well then, go get ready. I''m going to see the cash in a month!"


    "Yes!"


    After 9/11, Guo Shouyun invested a third of his $30 billion principal and profits in Merrill Lynch, Yahoo and eBay stocks. Merrill Lynch''s share price fell by half due to the Enron scandal and the 9/11 attack. When Guo Shouyun invested, its market value was about $24 billion. He later invested $7 billion for a 27.8% stake in Merrill Lynch.


    Yahoo is even worse. After 9.11, it never recovered from the Nasdaq crisis, and its stock price fell by an unprecedented $8 billion. Guo Shouyun invested 2 billion US dollars and got about 24.9% of the equity. Similar to eBay, when Guo Shouyun invested, its stock price was around $3 billion, $1 billion, and it easily got a 33.8% stake.


    At the time, his large investments, in addition to Merrill Lynch, who had communicated before, spooked Yahoo and eBay management into thinking he was going for a hostile takeover. Later, he took the initiative to come forward and exchange half of his equity for Class B shares to appease him.


    Now, as the U.S. economy begins to recover, the tens of billions of dollars in investment have increased by nearly 20% in more than a year.


    Using them as collateral, even at 60%, would get you $7.2 billion. The money was enough to complete the Vidiwang deal.


    Time flies so fast, especially when working intensely, it''s even harder to notice its passing. In a blink of an eye, it was already dark.


    Guo Shouyun, who was wearing a suit, tidyed up briefly and walked out of the bedroom. Looking at Rebecca Mark in a purple evening dress outside, she smiled and said, "This dress suits you very well!"


    "Really? But I''m still more used to wearing professional clothes!"


    "Rebecca, work is not the whole of life. Sometimes it''s better to relax once in a while."


    "I will remember this sentence, but I prefer the passion and the joy of success that my work brings to me than the boring life."


    "Okay, everyone has their own aspirations!" Guo Shouyun shrugged.


    "Boss, it''s almost time!"


    Matthew reminded.


    "Understood, let''s go!"


    Rebecca Mark nodded and followed Guo Shouyun out.


    Arriving outside the door, the reporters who thought they had left long ago unexpectedly emerged from the corner.


    "Mr. Guo, I''m Enseke, a reporter from the European Times. Do you really plan to acquire Vivendi Group when you come to Europe this time?"


    "Mr. Guo, please answer your opinion on Vivendi''s losses!"


    Guo Shouyun knew very well that until the negotiations with Vivendi had a definite result, nothing related to it could be said. Otherwise, when it comes to the mouth of the media, I still don''t know how to interpret it. So, after waving the bodyguards to block the reporters, he rushed into the back seat of the Mercedes-Benz bulletproof car with Rebecca.


    "Hurry up and drive!"


    After Matthew responded, he quickly drove away. Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but let out a sigh of relief until the reporters at the back couldn''t see it anymore.


    "Reporters are even more terrifying than wolves. When they are staring at them, they can ask the color of your underwear." Guo Shouyun complained.


    Rebecca smiled, "The main reason is that you rarely give interviews to the media. When you get used to it and know how to deal with questions from reporters, they will not be so scary in your eyes."


    "You know my character, I''m afraid I have no hope in this life!" Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head.


    "...That''s right, Matthew. I''m afraid we won''t be able to stay in that hotel any longer. We''ll let those who stay there rearrange their accommodation later."


    "Boss. A high-end villa in Paris is not a problem for you. Why don''t you just buy one to live in?" Rebecca said.


    "I would like to, but I haven''t encountered a particularly suitable one for the time being."


    "If you don''t mind, I know a good one."


    "Oh?"


    "It is an old official residence in Luvichyne, Yvelines, a suburb of Paris, 20 kilometers from downtown Paris and close to the Palace of Versailles, a French royal resort. The entire land is 23 hectares, so the seller listed it for 5500. 10,000 euros. But because it is in disrepair, it needs to be rebuilt after buying it, which is expensive. So no one cares. However, this is the top wealthy area in Paris, and both the environment and the security are the best in France. Therefore, although the investment in this property is high, it has great potential for appreciation in the future.��


    After taking a few glances at the photo in Rebecca''s hand, "How did you know this place?"


    "When I first came to Paris, I was invited to a banquet of several celebrities, and someone recommended it to me. However, my financial resources are not as rich as your boss, and I have more than enough energy. So I can only give it to you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after turning over the photo in his hand, he returned it to Rebecca.


    "The house is really nice, but for me, it''s not very suitable!" Guo Shouyun smiled and continued after seeing her puzzled expression, "The place I go to frequently in the future is China, except for the United States and the United Kingdom. There are very few Paris. Come here. Buying such a big house is a waste. If you invest, the rate of return is difficult to satisfy me. So, there is no need to waste too much money If so, then the house is simple. ." Rebecca nodded.


    "As long as the environment is good, it''s enough to live in!"


    "Understood!...By the way, boss! Just received news from the UK that the repair of the Teesside power plant is complete!"


    "Really? This is good news!" Guo Shouyun said happily.


    Since a year ago they spent $1.5 billion to buy out the entire stake in the entire power plant and invested $1.05 billion in repairs and expansions, Teesside has now generated 2,580 megawatts of electricity, accounting for the UK''s annual power generation. 4.9% of the amount. Of course, these are not the point. The point is that once the power plant is operational, it can bring in nearly $900 million in annual revenue and $240 million in net profit for Enron Pacific.


    The Teesside power plant will become an important weight to support Enron Pacific''s financial balance and generate revenue. Although there is no way to fundamentally reverse Enron Pacific''s excessive debt ratio, it will undoubtedly relieve its great financial pressure. It is precisely because he understands its benefits that Guo Shouyun is so excited.


    "Teesside has recovered. The Dabor project in India has also found a way to stop losses and turn profits. Boss, under your leadership, Enron Pacific is creating a more brilliant future."


    "That''s right. But of course my efforts are involved, but your efforts are more than mine. Therefore, you have contributed to the process of Anping Company getting better little by little!" A woman, it was the wisest decision she made when she chose to keep her in the first place.


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 Chapter 336： French high society invitation

    Chapter 336 Invitation to the French High Society


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    Rebecca Mark''s careful thinking, shrewd personality, and abundant energy make her the top business talent under her.


    Among the people Guo Shouyun has met, perhaps only a few people, such as Steve Jobs, Eric Schmidt, Jeff Bezos, Zhang Lei, Ma Huateng, and Ding Lei, can compare with her. Lee Page and Peter Thiel may surpass her in Internet technology, but in terms of business talent and insight into human nature, they are all inferior to Rebecca Marks.


    "Thank you boss for your compliment! These are all things I should do."


    "There is nothing that should be done, only good and bad. So far, you have done very well. No, it should be said to be excellent!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand and said.


    After pondering for a moment, he continued: "Rebecca, you know that since Wendy started to focus on my family, I have been lacking an assistant by my side, are you willing to take this position? Of course, this is temporary, in my After finding a suitable successor, you can realize your revenge. Moreover, the position of CEO of Anping Company that I promised you before will still be reserved for you.��


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s earnest eyes, Rebecca briefly thought about it and nodded.


    "Yes. It is my honor to be the secretary of the boss for a period of time. I believe that after this period of time, I can learn more advantages from you."


    In fact, the reason why Rebecca, who has a career and future pursuits that are rare among women, agrees to Guo Shouyun, there is another consideration, that is, approaching this young boss, can you really understand what the other party is thinking about? Understand his business ideas and strategic thinking, understand his future layout, and truly become his direct line.


    This is her experience from the Enron period when she was always excluded from the top decision-making core, which led to her exile in the UK as a marginal person.


    She never wanted to experience the same situation again.


    "Let''s not talk about the advantages or not. At that time, as long as you don''t feel that the aura of my boss has faded, it''s fine." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "I don''t think so!"


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Matthew in the front co-pilot reminded.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looking out of the car window, the lights and buildings behind him were hidden by the shadows of trees.


    ��It would be nice to buy a house here!��


    "This is the 16th arrondissement of Little Paris, with the Bren Forest in the west, and the environment is good. In addition, there are more than 20 embassies here, as well as the University of Paris Ninth, many churches and museums are also here, and the security is also good. .It''s a well-known and wealthy district in Paris."


    "Is that the Eiffel Tower?"


    "Yes, from here overlooking the Eiffel Tower and the Seine!"


    "Not bad. Let''s see if there are any houses with a living area of ??more than 1,000 square meters and an area of ??more than one acre tomorrow, and buy them if there are any."


    "clear!"


    At this time, Matthew had already communicated with the guards of the manor, the gate of the manor that had been closed opened, and the convoy drove in.


    Through the car window he found that the area of ??the manor was four or five times the size of the house he had previously proposed. While not as good as his estates in San Francisco, New York, Chicago, and Exeter, they are significantly larger than those in London and Los Angeles.


    In the past three years, Guo Shouyun has seen no matter what kind of luxury. Therefore, after simply looking at the surrounding environment, he withdrew his gaze.


    By the time they parked the car on the tarmac, the place was half full, and it was obvious that they didn''t come too early.


    The venue for the banquet is not difficult to find, just walk along the red carpet. Of course, the host was very thoughtful and arranged for a waiter to lead the way in advance.


    "Sir, ma''am, please come in!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and stepped into the noisy hall.


    This is a hall with an obvious French luxury style, with a splendid ceiling, exquisite oil paintings on the walls, luxurious furniture and thick exquisite carpets, all of which declare the family background, wealth and status of the host family.


    In this nearly 200-square-meter hall, well-dressed men and women hold wine glasses and chat and laugh, each of whom has his own circle. But Guo Shouyun looked around and found that he didn''t know any of them.


    "Sir, ma''am, what would you like to drink?"


    The waiter came over with the wine.


    "Give me a glass of champagne!"


    "Bring me a drink too!" Rebecca said.


    "Sir and ma''am, your champagne!"


    "Thank you! ... Let''s go, there are vacancies over there, let''s go and sit!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "I''m afraid we have no chance now!"


    "what?"


    "You see?"


    Rebecca pointed to the back right of Guo Shouyun''s body.


    After he turned around, he saw a thin middle-aged man in a black suit walking over quickly. And after noticing his movement, he stretched out his right hand in advance.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. I''m Nicola Sarkozy. It''s a great honor for you to be invited to this evening''s banquet!"


    "Mr. Sarkozy is very polite. It is also my honor to have your invitation. By the way, this is my assistant, Ms. Rebecca Mark."


    "I''ve heard of Ms. Mark. Many of my friends say you''re the most powerful female leader in business."


    "Thank you! Compared with Mr. Sarkozy''s current achievements, my achievements are nothing."


    "Haha, Ms. Mark is very polite." After the two shook hands, "You two, can you come with me? There are many friends here who want to meet the two of you, especially Mr. Guo!"


    "Of course! I personally like to make friends, especially like-minded friends!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile I believe that Mr. Guo will not be disappointed, please!"


    "Please!"


    Under the guidance of Sarkozy, the three of them went straight to the place that attracted the most attention at the banquet. Any banquet with such a large number of people will always have a place that can attract the attention of most people present. And this place is often the small group of people with the highest status and the most eager to make friends in the entire banquet.


    When Sarkozy guided Guo Shouyun and Rebecca Mark to walk over, people''s eyes began to focus more and more on the two, and there were more and more speculations about their identities and backgrounds.


    "Everyone, our most important guest at the banquet is here!"


    Greeted by Sarkozy, the four who were sitting in the chairs stood up one after another. Then inevitably there is a mutual scrutiny.


    "I''m here to introduce to you, this is Bruce Guo, a famous genius in the American financial world, chairman of many famous companies such as Apple, Google, Matrix, etc. This is his assistant, Rebecca Mark, an excellent female business elite! "


    "This is Alain Wertheimer, director of Chanel!"


    After briefly sizing up the somewhat bald middle-aged man, Guo Shouyun politely stretched out his right hand towards him.


    "Many of my female friends are Chanel loyalists, Mr. Wertheimer, you and your family have created a great brand!"


    "Thank you. Mr. Guo''s talent in finance and Internet technology is even more admirable. Even though I am in France, I have been hearing about you all the time. It is also a great honor to meet you now!"


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 Chapter 337： network

    Chapter three hundred and thirty seventh contacts


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    "This is Jeremy Ciappa, CEO of Societe Generale."


    "Mr. Guo''s operations in the gold market are impressive, and I hope to have more financial communication with you in the next period of time."


    "That''s what I was looking forward to too!"


    After the two shook hands, Guo Shouyun turned to the tall, thin middle-aged man with black-rimmed glasses and a somewhat serious expression.


    "This is Pierre Buzan, Minister of Culture of the French Cabinet."


    "Mr. Buzan, nice to meet you!"


    The latter nodded, looked at him with scrutiny eyes, and then slowly stretched out his right hand and shook Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. Guo, are you coming to France this time to acquire Vivendi?"


    "Acquisition? No, I don''t have the ability to eat such a huge asset of Vivendi. This time, I mainly considered the possibility of cooperation between some of my companies and Vivendi''s business, so I came here in person. Of course, if possible. , I will buy the shares of Vidiwang, but the overall acquisition is fine."


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun clearly felt that the faint hostility in Pierre Buzan''s words had mostly disappeared. Although I don''t know the reason behind this, it can be guessed that most of the consortia he represents have ambitions for Vivendi. Don''t welcome yourself as a competitor.


    "Since everyone knows each other, let''s sit down and talk." Nicola Sarkozy suggested.


    No one has any opinion on this. They chose an empty seat and sat down.


    "How long does Mr. Guo plan to stay in France this time?" Sarkozy asked.


    "Three or four days, there is still a lot of work waiting for me in the United States."


    "That''s such a pity. Originally, I wanted to show the friendship of the landlord and show Mr. Guo a tour of France''s prestigious tourist destination!"


    "It''s really a pity. But there is still a lot of time in the future. As long as Mr. Sarkozy doesn''t think that I am a troublesome person, I will definitely come to bother you next time I come to France."


    "Haha, Mr. Guo, a distinguished guest like Mr. Guo who can''t usually invite me here, I''m very happy to drink, how can I feel bothered?"


    "Then it''s settled!"


    "deal!"


    The two chatted and laughed with each other, and in the case of mutual need, a few words shortened the relationship between each other. Of course, if you want to break the unfamiliarity and become a real friend, it depends on the management of both parties in the future.


    "Mr. Guo, our Industrial Bank has always been very interested in the US market, and we also hope to expand our business there. I wonder what advice Mr. Guo has on this?" Jeremy Ciappa said.


    "Suggestion? I think Mr. Ciappa is probably asking the wrong person. I''m just a rookie who has only been in the business for three years in the US financial market. I usually speculate on futures and find it difficult to buy and sell stocks. It involves a big business like expansion. Strategy, especially in the highly sensitive financial industry, really dare not show off." Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head.


    "Why should Mr. Guo be humble? Who doesn''t know that Mr. Guo is a rare genius in the entire US financial industry. He created Phoenix Corporation in just three years, and it has created over 50 billion US dollars in revenue and 280 billion US dollars in total assets. And a net profit of at least 12 billion US dollars, with an average annual growth rate of 350%, such a result that few people in the world can achieve."


    "Really? Is Phoenix Corporation already so strong? I really don''t know. To tell you the truth, I haven''t read the company''s financial statements for a year!"


    "Many of my colleagues now call Mr. Guo ''Morgan II'', comparing you to John Pierpont Morgan, who founded the Morgan consortium in the last century." Sarkozy on the side said with a smile.


    "Mr. Morgan is a senior in the financial industry. His achievements are unparalleled. I dare not compare with him." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    He has seen too many of the routines of ''you must ask for something when you bow down''. If nothing else, after some extreme praise, there will be some kind of request. Therefore, not only would he not be so excited about these compliments, but instead had some kind of vigilance.


    "Mr. Guo, you are a top genius in gold futures. Now the price of gold in the international gold market has reached about 320 US dollars, exceeding the highest value in 1998. Do you think there is still room for gold to rise?"


    Seeing Jeremy Ciappa''s gaze locked on him tightly, and the attention of the two people around him, Guo Shouyun thought for a while and said, "Mr. Ciappa, no one can accurately predict the future. Unless he is God. So if you asked me my opinion on the gold market, I would answer you that it is definitely up in the long run. But in the short term, I am not 100 percent sure. I don��t think anyone is.��


    "Of course, no one can be absolutely sure about a high-risk market. I''m just curious about Mr. Guo''s attitude."


    "My attitude?" Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "If I answer that gold will rise, will Mr. Ciappa believe it?"


    "Believe. The Thunder Fund''s performance in the gold market over the past three years is convincing!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after his eyes quickly swept over the three of them, he calmly said, "Up, this is my attitude towards the gold market."


    "Mr. Guo doesn''t seem to say a reason to be bullish on gold?" Nicola Sarkozy said.


    "The reason is very simple, half intuition and half data analysis. Unfortunately, the formulas and models for data analysis belong to the internal secrets of the Thunder Fund and cannot be told to a few." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Understandable, so the Thunder Foundation will go long on gold futures next?" Ciappa asked.


    "If Mr. Ciappa knows enough, we in Thunder have always been long in the gold market. It is now, and it will be in most cases in the future. In addition, if you are interested in gold and Thunder, we are very willing to do this with Industrial Bank. Cooperation with large institutions. The average capital appreciation rate of Thunder Fund is nearly 60%, which is the best choice for any institution and individual who is interested in this. Moreover, we also believe that in the investment of gold futures and spot, we There is no rival in the same industry. By cooperating with us, Industrial Bank can get the most lucrative profits.��


    "Mr. Guo is attracting customers for his company?" Jeremy Ciappa nodded and smiled.


    "No, I just introduced an excellent company to my friends. Share the wealth with everyone." Guo Shouyun had a smile on his face, and his expression was full of confidence.


    "I didn''t expect that in addition to finance, Mr. Guo''s eloquence is so good." Pierre Buzan, who had never spoken, suddenly said.


    "Eloquence? No, there is no need for eloquence when stating a fact! Just basic facts are enough to convince them!"


    Facing Guo Shouyun''s eyes, Jeremy Ciappa gave him a deep look, "We have always been very happy to cooperate with the Thunder Fund. However, there is a lot of funds involved, and the decision needs to be discussed by the board of directors. ."


    "Understandable. Goldman Sachs, Merrill Lynch, Bank of America also did a long investigation before working with us."


    People are very strange creatures. Sometimes the more you beg the other person, the other person doesn''t care. When you don''t pay much attention to him, he will come to the door on his own. Just like now, after Guo Shouyun finished speaking, he clearly felt the slight change in Jeremy Ciappa''s expression.


    At the same time, the expressions of Nicolas Sarkozy and Pierre Buzan next to him were also slightly different.


    From these changes, Guo Shouyun intuitively felt that the reputation accumulated by the world financial giants such as Goldman Sachs, Merrill Lynch, and Bank of America over the past century is much stronger than that of the new generation of Thunder Fund. There is still a long way to go to turn Phoenix into a giant.


    "Mr. Guo came to France this time to discuss cooperation with Vivendi? Is it going well? If you encounter difficulties, I can provide some help!"


    After a moment of silence, Pierre Buzan suddenly changed the subject.


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun said: "It''s still smooth. Matrix and Vivendi have a lot of business that can be cooperated."


    "Really? Forto is not an easy person to communicate with!"


    "Mr. Buzan is also familiar with Mr. Forto?"


    "France is big, but the upper-level business circle is very small." After a pause, "Since the financial scandal of Vidivan''s 23.3 billion euro loss was exposed, its stock price has plummeted, and most of the surrounding companies have chosen to stay away. Under such circumstances, Mr. Guo also chose to come to the door to seek cooperation, which is really curious."


    "No wonder. Vivendi has a lot of valuable assets. Part of the loss is due to the general environment, and part of it is the lack of necessary management experience for the companies it bought. As long as there is a well-functioning management, Vivendi It is not difficult for Di to get out of the predicament. According to my previous contacts Mr. Forto is the kind of professional manager that Vivendi needs most now. I believe he can lead Vivendi out of the predicament. Therefore, I am also optimistic about the future of the cooperation between Matrix and Vivendi. Moreover, cooperation with Vivendi at this time can not only deepen the friendship between the two parties, but also get enough discounts conditions, why not do it?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Compared to cooperation, I am more optimistic about direct investment. Now Vivendi''s share price has fallen by 80%, and entering the market at this time is enough to gain several times, or even a dozen times, profits in the future." Jeremy Ciappa Road.


    "For those who can firmly believe that Vivendi can get out of the predicament, this is indeed the best choice. Unfortunately, the loss of 23.3 billion euros has made most investment institutions and individuals discouraged from Vivendi''s stock. "Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "It certainly doesn''t include Mr. Guo?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, and after looking at Ciappa, his eyes shifted to Pierre Buzan on the left.


    "Not including Mr. Buzan!"


    "Me? I''m just an ordinary French cabinet official. Not as rich as Mr. Guo!"


    "But those with deep pockets would be interested in Mr Buzan''s judgment, wouldn''t they?"


    Pierre Buzan''s pupils shrank, and he seemed to ask casually, "What does Mr. Guo seem to know?"


    "Just guessing! When making investment decisions, I often consult some friends in the White House!" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "Is it Mr. Karl Rove, advisor to President Bush?" Nicolas Sarkozy changed the subject.


    "We have a good relationship, but Karl isn''t the only one."


    At this moment, the melodious waltz suddenly rang.

 Chapter 338： men are assholes

    Chapter 338 Men are bastards


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    "Gentlemen, it''s prom time next, why don''t we go to dance?" Nicola Sarkozy said.


    "Ms. Mark, can I ask you to do a dance?"


    Jeremy Ciappa smiled.


    "certainly!"


    After quickly exchanging glances with Guo Shouyun on the side, Rebecca Mark stood up.


    After the two left, Pierre Buzan also got up and left to find his favorite dance partner and walked into the dance floor.


    "Mr. Guo, don''t you want to dance for a while?" Sarkozy said with a smile.


    "I don''t know anyone here except you, so I won''t join in the fun!" Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head.


    "Really? But other people don''t think so."


    Guo Shouyun was stunned by the instructive voice, and soon he heard footsteps coming from behind him. With the unique smell of Chanel No. 5 perfume, a charming voice rang in my ears.


    "Mr. Guo, can I invite you to a dance?"


    Turning around subconsciously, a tall, tall girl wearing a long red dress, black shawl and long hair, with a classical beauty in her temperament, appeared in front of him.


    At first sight of her, Guo Shouyun felt a little familiar. After looking at it carefully, the identity of this person emerged in his memory.


    "I really didn''t expect to meet her here!" Guo Shouyun thought.


    "Mr. Guo, in romantic France, you can''t refuse a girl''s invitation!" Sarkozy laughed.


    "So, I choose to play by the rules."


    After a faint smile, Guo Shouyun stood up.


    "Please!"


    The girl nodded happily and with some restraint, and put her plain hand on Guo Shouyun''s generous shoulder. Next, I felt my slender waist tighten, and the whole person was carried up with the rhythm.


    "Do you know her?"


    Nicolas Sarkozy, holding a wine glass, looked at the two dancing in the field and said indifferently.


    "Eva Green. Someone from the Coffey Company." The butler standing on the side said respectfully.


    The banquets of the upper class are always without beauties. Therefore, in order to satisfy the interests of these talented men, as the initiator of the banquet, he always invites models from a modeling company, or third-rate female stars from performing arts companies, or students from film and television colleges to warm up the show.


    Women need connections, or a chance to marry into a wealthy family; men want relaxation interests; everyone gets what they want. This exchange of interests, no matter where in the world, is nothing more than that.


    "Eva Green? It''s a pretty and scheming woman!"


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    "you know me?"


    Looking at the woman in her arms who intentionally or unintentionally displayed her towering and tender **** in front of him, Guo Shouyun said.


    "Well! When I traveled to the United States last year, I saw a lot of reports about you in the newspapers."


    "Really? About what?"


    "The above says that you are the youngest financial genius in the United States. At the same time, the Matrix Group you founded has the potential to become a Hollywood giant." Eva Green''s eyes flickered.


    "Do you want to be an actor?" Guo Shouyun asked silently after listening.


    "Yes! My mother and aunt are both actors. I have studied acting for three years at the St Paul''s School of Drama in Paris, followed by a 10-week refresher course at the Weber School of Dramatic Art in London. Also studying directing at NYU''s Tisch School of Art . So, I aspire to be a good actress!"


    "You think I can help you?"


    "Yes. You are the chairman of the Matrix Group, and you are also many best-selling authors. Your adaptations of "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Fifty Shades of Grey" and "National Treasure" have all achieved amazing box office, and even more Newcomers like Keira Knightley and Diane Kruger are popular, and I don''t think I''m worse than them."


    Suddenly Guo Shouyun felt his lower body tighten. Looking at the presumptuous hand, Guo Shouyun said calmly, "You are playing with fire!"


    "Then please set me on fire!"


    Saying that, Eva Green stepped forward, her body tightly pressed against the other''s strong arms, and her rosy lips whispered in his ear: "It suddenly became so thick!"


    "hiss��!"


    Feeling the jerky movements of the opponent''s subordinates, Guo Shouyun gasped. The desire that has been held back for more than a year~ The fire was completely stirred up all at once.


    Pushing the woman in front of him abruptly, Guo Shouyun turned and walked towards the corridor next to him. He needed to calm down.


    Eva Green was stunned for a moment, looked at Guo Shouyun''s back, gritted her teeth, and followed with her legs. The other party is young and handsome, with an amazing net worth. At the same time, he is the behind-the-scenes boss of a Hollywood film and television giant, and is the most suitable investment object for her. Taking him down, she will be like the female stars mentioned before, one step at a time, and she will gain both fame and fortune.


    At the banquet, many people saw the two people disappearing at the corner of the corridor, but no one cared too much except Guo Shouyun''s bodyguard who followed. At this kind of banquet, they watched too much of this exchange of drama.


    "Mr. Guo, please wait!"


    Guo Shouyun stopped, turned around and said, "With your aptitude, it''s not difficult to become famous. You don''t have to trade yourself."


    "No, I think it''s necessary!"


    Eva Green stepped forward, took the initiative to wrap her arms around the other''s thick neck, and sent her cherry lips up.


    In the beginning, Guo Shouyun, who had rarely experienced this kind of experience, was a little bit reluctant to let go, but Eva Green''s words were like a lit detonator, which detonated all the backlogged desires in his heart.


    "Huh..., Mr. Guo, I''m still a virgin, you...!"


    For Guo Shouyun, who still retains the traditional Chinese thinking in his bones, there is no better aphrodisiac than this.


    "boom!"


    He kicked open the women''s toilet next to him, and the two who kissed fiercely disappeared inside. Soon, an indescribable voice rang from inside, and it didn''t finally calm down until an hour later.


    Looking at the naked and panting woman lying on the sink, the neatly dressed Guo Shouyun took out a business card from his pocket and handed it over.


    "When you''re in LA next time, take it to Buddy Morris and he''ll put you in a role you''re happy with."


    Eva Green nodded and reached for the business card.


    After looking at her with a complicated expression, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked out.


    "boss!"


    Matthew took a few bodyguards at the door, and when he saw Guo Shouyun coming out, he quickly greeted him.


    "Let''s go!"


    He nodded and greeted them from the corridor to the outside of the villa.


    At this time, Paris, which has a temperate maritime climate, also dropped below 20 degrees in early November. When the cold wind blew, Guo Shouyun''s chaotic brain also became sober.


    Looking up at the sky with few moon and stars, everything seemed quiet and beautiful.


    "Matthew, do you have a cigarette?"


    "Have!"


    "Give me one!"


    Matthew followed his words, ordered a Marlboro and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    He doesn''t usually smoke, he just took a sip and coughed involuntarily.


    "Boss, pinch it!" Matthew said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, put out the cigarette, threw it into the trash can next to him, and said with a smile, "It seems that I''m really not suitable for smoking."


    Matthew was about to answer, but stopped after noticing Rebecca Mark walking beside him.


    Hearing the footsteps behind him, Guo Shouyun looked back and said, "Is the banquet over?"


    "not yet."


    "Then how did you get out?"


    "Your boss is gone, what''s the point of me staying there."


    "Yes." Guo Shouyun nodded, "Matthew, go drive, let''s go back!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    "Don''t you say goodbye to Sarkozy?" Rebecca suddenly said.


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Forget it, let''s call tomorrow!"


    The atmosphere in the car was a little silent. Guo Shouyun looked at the slightly red night sky under the neon lights outside the window. After a while, he suddenly said, "I always thought that I was a person who was in love forever.


    "All men are philandering bastards. The reason why they have long hair is because there is not enough temptation and not enough capital! Most of the rich people I know, 90% have been married at least three times, and there are a lot of mistresses around. ." Rebecca Mark said lightly.


    Guo Shouyun smiled bitterly.


    "Rebecca, you know there''s always been a shortage of pretty beauties around me, but this year...!"


    "You haven''t moved for a year because she needs you to be responsible. The woman just now doesn''t need it. It''s just a transaction between the two of you. Without the psychological burden, few men can control their crotch!"


    Imagine your relationship with Wendy Roosevelt and previous encounter with Eva Green. Guo Shouyun found that the female assistant beside him was indeed right.


    After looking at him, Rebecca Mark said with a hint of complexity in her tone: "It''s really unfair to think about this society. You men can easily achieve career success as long as you have the ability. And we were born ordinary and have no family background. Women with different backgrounds, especially beautiful women, have to sell their bodies to get a chance."


    "Rebecca, this situation is not absolute!"


    "I know, but it''s the majority!"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t speak any more. He knew that Rebecca Mack''s past was not glorious. At that time, she also made the same choice as Eva Green. It was this exchange that gave her the opportunity to work on her own within Enron, and finally showed her talent in front of everyone.


    But it was this disgraceful past and the naked pursuit of power that made Enron''s top management keep her out of the core.


    "I''m sorry, boss. I lost my temper!"


    "It''s okay!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "It''s better to say something than to keep it in your heart."


    After a pause, "Also, I''m going to the UK tomorrow, and I''ll leave it to you here."


    "Yes!"


    "Do it well, I will see all your efforts!"


    "clear!"


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 Chapter 339： Back to Exeter

    Chapter 339 Back to Exeter


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    The next day Guo Shouyun had just had breakfast when Nicolas Sarkozy called. ?��맻.suimEnG.1a


    "Mr. Guo, why didn''t I see you at the end of the banquet last night?"


    "I''m sorry, but I left early because I felt a little uncomfortable temporarily."


    "So that''s it, is it serious?"


    "It''s just that I came to France for the first time and I was a little uncomfortable, not serious."


    "That''s good! In the future, Mr. Guo can call me if he needs anything in France, and I will try my best to help!"


    "Thank you. If there is something difficult to solve here, I will definitely ask Mr. Sarkozy for help!"


    "Haha, that''s good! ... I hope the trip to France can leave a good memory for Mr. Guo."


    "I hope so too!"


    "Then I won''t disturb Mr. Guo, goodbye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After putting down the phone, Guo Shouyun thought about it and shook his head slightly.


    "Almost forgot!"


    Picked up the phone again and called Al Bevan.


    "Hey, I''m flying to England at ten o''clock this morning, do you want to come with me?"


    "Of course! Just in time to take your private jet back."


    "Okay. I''m at the Balcari Hotel, come here, then we''ll go to the airport together!"


    "Balkari Hotel? When did you change places?"


    "last night."


    "Understood, I''ll be there in a moment!"


    After answering, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    Al Bevan came faster than he thought. Guo Shouyun had just finished breakfast when his people were already outside the door.


    "Arrived so early?"


    After walking in, "I''m fine in the hotel anyway, so I just came over earlier."


    "Where are the players you''re investigating?" Guo Shouyun asked after closing the door.


    "I saw it yesterday. The good seedlings have long been monopolized by those agents who are close to the club. The rest are either the family is responsible, or they plan to wait and see." Said, Al Bevan Shaking his head with a bit of frustration.


    Guo Shouyun also understood his loss. In Europe, especially in Western Europe, the football system has been developed for hundreds of years and has long been complete. Clubs, scouts, and agents are enough to catch all those football teenagers who have shown extraordinary talent since childhood. Even if there are occasional omissions, not too many.


    "I suggest you go to South America, Africa, or Asia to find opportunities. The football training system there is not as complete as that in Europe, and the chances of finding good seedlings are much higher!"


    "I know. But...!"


    "Don''t look at me. I don''t have any resources here!" Guo Shouyun knew what was in his mind when he saw his eyes, and waved his hand quickly.


    "Don''t refuse so quickly, you are my brother-in-law anyway. And Bevin Economics still owns half of your shares!" Al Bevin said with a bit of flattery in his tone.


    "Don''t ''fuck off'', I really don''t have any resources here. Otherwise, I wouldn''t just recommend you a coach last time!"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t deliberately not say it, but he really didn''t have a suitable candidate. Although he was a pseudo-fan in his last life. But the most memorable is Messi, Ronaldo, Di Maria and other football stars after 10 years. Although he still remembers some of the 2001 and 2002 years, most of his memories are already very vague. The ones he had told Al Bevan before were the only reserves he had. As for why he didn''t tell him what he knew, the superstars born after 10 told him.


    the reason is simple. One, he no longer intends to continue to be a ''prophet''. Second, many seedlings are the treasures of the club, and they can''t get them with Al Bevan''s ability. Third, after buying ''Manchester United'', it is easier and save energy to let Al Bevin wear this ''skin'' to contact each other.


    "All right!"


    Al Bevan sighed in disappointment.


    "Don''t be disappointed, there are still many opportunities in the future!"


    "I''m counting on you to buy Manchester United now!" Al Bevin said expectantly after nodding.


    "Will do!"


    After patting him on the shoulder, Guo Shouyun turned around, "Matthew, have you packed everything?"


    "It''s ready, and Carl has left the room too."


    Carl is another bodyguard of Guo Shouyun.


    "Then let''s go!"


    The tidy people filed out, and after they arrived at the airport by car, the private jet ''Kunpeng'', which had been waiting for a long time, started slowly. disappear into the clouds.


    Then in less than an hour, it landed at Crist Honeyton Airport near Exeter.


    "Private jets are just different, not only fast but also comfortable!" Al Bevan said enviously.


    "You can also buy one in the future!"


    "I think so. But at $18 million for a Gulfstream G400, I can''t afford it!"


    "Don''t be so depressed, Bevin Sports Economics will develop. In addition, if you have spare money, put it into the Thunder Fund. I guarantee that within three or four years, Gulfstream business jets will no longer be a high-end luxury for you! "


    Al Bevan''s eyes lit up and nodded quickly.


    In recent years, with the in-depth excavation of Guo Shouyun''s information by the media, a lot of his information has been exposed to the public eye, especially the Thunder Fund. The high profit rate is the envy of the whole world.


    "Let''s go, there''s still a long way to go home!"


    Patted Al Bevan on the shoulder. After Molly Bevan fell into a coma, it was also his brother-in-law''s responsibility to take care of this brother-in-law.


    After getting off the plane, his own bodyguard took out the car that was placed in the cabin. Guo Shouyun''s "Kunpeng" modified from a Boeing 737 has enough space to put down his special Mercedes-Benz bulletproof sedan.


    Crist Honeyton Airport is not close to the city of Exeter, and it takes more than half an hour to drive. However, this time is not too difficult, and the time to chat is over.


    Bevan''s Bar. It was still the same as when Guo Shouyun first saw it. The three years of wind and rain only added to its vicissitudes, but it did not change its color and shape.


    The logo of the Exeter team on the glass door at the entrance has been somewhat damaged because the market was touched, but the owner obviously did not intend to replace it.


    "go in!"


    After saying hello, Al Bevan, who was walking in front, pushed open the glass door. Guo Shouyun followed closely. Soon, the familiar bar space appeared in front of him again.


    A year later, seeing the same British decoration style around him again, the memory of the past quickly emerged from Guo Shouyun''s heart. Immediately afterwards, a complex mood took over his mind.


    "Bruce, come here! What are you doing standing at the door?"


    Guo Shouyun, who had recovered from the sound of Al Bevan''s summoning, nodded and strode over.


    "uncle!"


    When he walked to the counter and saw the old Bevin who was wearing a jacket standing inside, obviously thin and vicissitudes, Guo Shouyun called out a complicated name.


    Old Bevin nodded. In fact, he didn''t welcome this guy who caused his daughter to be in a coma. But thinking of his two grandchildren, looking at the white temples on both sides of him, and those harsh words that have reached his throat, he can no longer say it.


    With a dull ''um'', Old Bevin was silent for a while, "You guys go upstairs, it''s noon soon, let''s have lunch together."


    "Great, then let''s get ready! Let''s go, Bruce!"


    Al Bevan understood the source of the conflict between his father and Guo Shouyun. Without any good solution, he can only adjust the relationship between the two as much as possible.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded to old Bevin, he followed Al Bevin upstairs.


    During this process, he could feel the complicated eyes behind him who had been staring at his back. Also a father, he can understand the mood of old Bevin now. If any guy causes his precious daughter to fall into a coma in the future, he must hate the other party to death. So, all along, even though the old Bevin has been disliked to see him, and even sneered, he has never complained.


    Nothing on the second floor has changed, and everything is the same as when Guo Shouyun first came.


    "Bruce, I''ll go put my luggage. We''ll cook together in a minute!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. After Al Bevan returned to the room, he opened Molly''s room and watched it cleaned up.


    Many of the pictures of him and Molly that had been there had disappeared. The only thing left is a family photo of Molly and him holding chubby newborn Elizabeth and George, hanging by the bedside. It was the only photo of them together before Molly''s accident.


    "Molly...!"


    Memories of the past reappeared in his mind. Looking at the photo, Guo Shouyun seems to be crazy at this moment.


    "Bruce, Bruce?"


    "coming!"


    Being greeted by Al Bevan brought him back to his senses. After sorting out my thoughts rubbed her face and hurriedly walked out.


    "There are a lot of vegetables in the refrigerator. I will help you in a while, and you will take charge. My dad likes Chinese food the most. With your craftsmanship, he will definitely be satisfied!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Then let''s do it. It''s getting late!"


    With that, he took off his jacket and rolled his shirt to his elbow. In his last life, even though he was in his thirties, he was still alone. But in order to chase after the girl he liked, he once specially learned to cook. Unfortunately, no matter how good your cooking skills are, you still can''t get rid of the result of being a single dog without a car or a house. But despite this, his cooking skills have indeed been practiced.


    In this way, under the busyness of the two, a sumptuous lunch appeared on the table.


    Spicy fried chicken, green pepper fried bamboo shoots, cucumber eggs, braised prawns, plus a mushroom seafood soup. The standard four dishes and one soup are large enough for the three of them.


    As they prepared everything, there was a dull sound of footsteps from the corner of the stairs. Soon, the figure of old Bevin appeared in the eyes of the two.


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 Chapter 340： surging eve

    Chapter three hundred and fortieth surging eve


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    "Dad, come on, Bruce and I have finished lunch. �������.suimeng.l��"


    Looking at the sumptuous lunch on the table, Old Bevin''s eyes quickly swept over the two of them. Before this issue, he clearly felt the change in the man''s eyes.


    "How about it, isn''t it delicious?"


    "not bad!"


    Under the expectant eyes of Al Bevan, the old Bevin nodded.


    "Hey, you don''t know. Bruce''s cooking skills are top-notch. It smells delicious and tastes even better. Come on, try it!" With that, Al Bevan handed over the chopsticks.


    "What to taste, sit down and eat. There''s still work to do in the afternoon!"


    Old Bevin, who took the chopsticks, sat on the main seat.


    "uncle!"


    Guo Shouyun filled a bowl of rice and handed it over.


    "Um!"


    After a dull answer, Old Bevin did not refuse.


    Al Bevan, who saw these in his eyes, smiled, "Let''s eat it too!"


    He has always intended to ease the tense relationship between his father and Guo Shouyun. So far it seems to be working fine.


    Although the next three people didn''t say a few more words, the atmosphere in the banquet was not too silent. It could be seen that when he and Al Bevan came back, the old Bevan was quite happy.


    A family reunion, whether in the West or the East, is a joyous moment.


    "How are Elizabeth and George?"


    After a long silence, Old Bevin suddenly asked.


    "Fortunately, they can already call Grandpa."


    "Why didn''t you bring them together this time?"


    Guo Shouyun paused for a moment, he didn''t know how to answer. It can''t be said that his visit to the UK this time is just an incidental to his trip to France, right? If this is the case, it is estimated that Old Bevin''s face must be pulled down.


    "Dad, Elizabeth and George are still so young, not suitable for such a long plane!" Al Bevan quickly cleared the siege.


    Old Bevan thought for a moment and nodded to accept the answer.


    "Uncle, I think you should move to San Francisco. With you here, Molly is more likely to wake up." Guo Shouyun said.


    "No, I''ll stay in Exeter!"


    After some hesitation, the old Bevin rejected his proposal again.


    It was not the first time that Guo Shouyun had talked about this result for a long time. Although he was a little disappointed, he didn''t say much.


    Al Bevan glanced at his father, and he knew why his father was so attached to Exeter. Because this is not only the place where he grew up, but also the place where his mother slept with the people and environment he was most familiar with. Just like Guo Shouyun was reluctant to leave Molly Bevin, old Bevin was reluctant to leave his wife.


    After Guo Shouyun and Al Bevan looked at each other, they shook their heads and did not persuade them any further. In the process that followed, the three of them simply chatted about some household things, and the lunch time just passed.


    In the afternoon, Al Bevin stayed. Guo Shouyun returned to his Bevan Manor in Exeter.


    Although it''s been over a year. But Bevan Manor was still well cleaned by the servants he left behind. There are so many memories of his time with Molly Bevin here. Therefore, when he was immersed in grief and could not extricate himself, he chose to leave.


    Come back now, although the mood is still mixed. But the good medicine of time has healed his heartache.


    Guo Shouyun, who originally planned to go around the manor and recall his sweet past, was interrupted by a sudden call.


    "Boss! Time Warner let go!"


    Buddy Morris'' phone call shocked Guo Shouyun.


    "Oh, what do you say?"


    "They were willing to negotiate with us on the sale of Warner Music Group, tnt cable network and wb public television network. As for tbs and dc comics, they clearly refused."


    "Did you reject tbs and dc?" The result disappointed Guo Shouyun, but fortunately his main target was not these two companies. It''s great to have Warner Music Group, tnt cable network and wb public television network.


    "Did they say the specific conditions?"


    "Say, Warner Music Group $2.5 billion; tnt cable network $1.2 billion; wb public television network $900 million. 60 in cash plus 40 in debt, one month after the contract is signed, all the money will arrive. And it must be signed "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Harry Potter" and "National Treasure" three series cooperation terms. However, I think Warner''s offer is high. Now the international record market is shrinking, wb TV network has been losing money. tnt digital cable TV networks don��t have as many users as tbs. The combined share of the three should not exceed $4 billion.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    "You can talk about the specific numbers. In addition, I have already agreed to Paramount for the follow-up series of "National Treasure" in exchange for the copyrights of Marvel comics such as "Thor" and "Sea King Namor". So follow-up negotiations with Warner. "National Treasure" was picked out."


    "This may cause a backlash from Warners. In case they call off the negotiation...!"


    "Don''t worry. They miss Harry Potter and Pirates of the Caribbean!"


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, how''s it going with other companies?"


    "It''s all going well, but there''s no news from Twentieth Century Fox yet!"


    "They have tasted the sweetness from "X-Men", and naturally they will not easily give up the surprise copyright in their hands!" After pondering for a while, "Just keep paying attention, and if Fox doesn''t agree, don''t force it!"


    Although I can''t get the copyright of "X-Men" and "Fantastic Four", it is very regrettable. But fortunately, even without them, it will not affect the production of the Marvel Universe, so Guo Shouyun is not prepared to consume more energy.


    "clear!"


    Just as Guo Shouyun was about to continue his explanation, the phone suddenly vibrated again. After taking a look at the caller alert, "That''s all I want to say, is there anything else? I''ll hang up if I have nothing to do."


    "Boss, please wait. When we contacted Warner before, they wanted to join us to set up a streaming site."


    "Streaming sites? Companies like Netflix?"


    "Yes!"


    "What do you mean?" Guo Shouyun asked after thinking for a while.


    "I think we should participate. Now, the number of Internet users in the United States is increasing. Especially young people, the vast majority of them are gathered on the Internet. If there is a broadcasting website that we can control, there will be similar online theaters. Effect. Although it is uncertain whether it will be successful or not, at least it can ensure that our channel is not threatened by large companies.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded. He naturally understands the importance of video sites from later generations. So over the years, he has enough money to increase his stake in Netflix to 293! In order to avoid mandatory takeover terms, his stake has never exceeded 30. In addition, many of the shares issued by Netflix are Class B shares, and even if they hold more than 50 shares, they will not be able to obtain corporate management rights. Therefore, Guo Shouyun didn''t move any more, except for Leiting Fund to invest in some shares. But that doesn''t hinder the value of streaming.


    "...Boss, Time Warner has a rich copyright library. If you join them, you can also lay the foundation for the company''s development in the early stage!"


    "If you think it is feasible, do it. But there is one thing, our right to speak should not be relaxed."


    "clear!"


    "Any thing else?"


    "there is none left!"


    "Then go ahead and contact me if you have anything."


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun found the call he just called and called back.


    "Boss, I just received the news that the Congress unanimously approved that on the Iraq issue, the president has the right to use the military when he thinks it is necessary and appropriate. Your speculation is accurate!" Qin Zhicheng''s tone was full of excitement.


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes twitched violently. Although he had memories from his previous life, he already knew how things would end. But when I saw that the Iraq war was coming step by step, my heart was inevitably fluctuating.


    After taking a deep breath, "How is the thing I asked you to prepare now?"


    ��All the claims have been sold. Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Exxon Mobil, Chevron, Total and other companies are gradually liquidating their mortgages, and now they have completed 70. The rest 30 is a month away.��


    "Can''t wait a month. You immediately notify Zhang Shaoling, John and Michael, and the conference call will be held in five minutes."


    "Boss, John and Shaoling are on vacation...!"


    "Call them!" Guo Shouyun interrupted forcefully, "From now on, everyone in the Thunder Fund will cancel all vacations for the next three months. Also, I want to see them waiting by the phone in five minutes. Otherwise, They don''t want this year''s dividends."


    "Yes!"


    Hearing Guo Shouyun''s unprecedented stern tone, Qin Zhicheng did not dare to neglect, and hurriedly went down to inform all parties.


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun put down everything in his hand and went back to the study upstairs. Holding the watch, after five minutes, he picked up the phone.


    "Hey, tell me your name?"


    "Boss, I''m Zhang Shaoling, the leader of the Solomon team."


    "Boss, I''m Qin Zhicheng, the leader of the unicorn team."


    "Boss, I''m John Luthmi, the centaur team leader."


    "boos, I''m Michael Barry of Descendent Capital."


    "I''m Guo Shouyun. I think Lao Qin has already told you everything, right?"


    "Yes. But boss, I don''t think the chances of the United States attacking Iraq are high. After all, although the war in Afghanistan is over, Ben has not been captured. Sporadic military operations are still going on. In this case, the United States will open up another The chances of a battlefield are not great!" Zhang Shaoling said.


    "What about the others? Any thoughts?"


    "On the contrary. Congress''s authorization just proves that the Iraq war is probably already on the line!" John Lusmi said solemnly.


    "Why? Does the United States not consider the authorization of the United Nations?" Zhang Shaoling asked.


    "The United Nations? In the hearts of all American hawks, the interests of the United States come first. The United Nations is just an extension of the US government. She is the United Nations when she needs it, and she is not when she doesn''t!" Michael Barry was indifferent road.


    Naturally, the mind of the United States can only be understood by those who grew up in the United States and who have her genes and way of thinking. Just like the thinking of the Chinese government, only the Chinese people will always know it best. Although Zhang Shaoling and Qin Zhicheng have studied in the United States for many years, they are always Chinese in their bones. It is obviously not accurate enough to consider the actions of the US government with the thinking of Chinese people.


    However, compared to the young Zhang Shaoling, Qin Zhicheng, who has passed his thirties, is obviously more mature in his thinking.


    "Iraq is the world''s second largest oil producer in the Middle East after Saudi Arabia, and Sa-Dam is a staunch anti-American leader. His presence seriously threatens the ''petrodollar'', the foundation of American world domination. I am the United States. President, I also want to get rid of him. Moreover, because of the war in Afghanistan, 50% of the US military forces are in the Middle East, and there is enough time, space and strength to launch an attack. If this opportunity is missed, the resistance will be even greater in the future. Great. So, the odds of a war in Afghanistan are over 90!"


    Qin Zhicheng''s analysis silenced Zhang Shaoling and others. Disputes over national interests have always been the root cause of wars.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, and he still admired Qin Zhicheng''s analysis. After all, it is difficult for him to draw such a conclusion without knowing the future.


    "It seems that everything is inevitable!" Zhang Shaoling sighed.


    "Okay. War is not something we can control. What we can do now is to use our analysis to make money from the capital market before the war breaks out."


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 Chapter 341： layout oil

    Chapter 341 Layout Oil


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    Guo Shouyun''s words attracted everyone''s attention, and there was a little more excitement in his expression. �������.suimeng.l��


    yes. It has little to do with whether the United States will attack Iraq or not. How to make good use of this opportunity is what they should be concerned about at the moment.


    "Now report the amount of funds in your hands?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Let me go first. The Solomon Group now has $12.87 billion in capital. 21% of it is stocks, 18% is various bonds, % is gold futures and spot, and the remaining 28% is oil, iron ore, Futures products such as copper mines. At present, all bonds have been traded, only gold and oil are left in the futures, and 21% of the equity is also mortgaged. With the asset appreciation of 19.5%, the current funds available to the entire Solomon Group are 8.2 billion US dollars ." Zhang Shaoling said quickly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "How many times did you use leverage for your gold and oil futures?"


    "8 times!"


    "Where''s the security deposit?"


    "Reserved 20%!"


    "It''s all bulls?"


    "Yes! It''s all bulls. The boss''s prediction is so accurate, I don''t dare to be short!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Old Qin, you are next!"


    "Yes! ... The entire unicorn group currently has $11.7 billion in capital. 28% is in stocks, 29% in bonds, 25% in gold and oil futures, and the remaining 18% is in the currency market. Currently, 20% is pledged in stocks except for gold and oil, and the remaining 8% is still seeking lenders. With asset appreciation of 17.2%, the entire unicorn group currently has access to $7.7 billion . . . Futures leverage, I use 5 times. Margin is reserved for 20%, long!"


    It can be seen that Qin Zhicheng''s investment plan is more conservative than Zhang Shaoling. But John Ruthmi was more conservative than either of them.


    ��Currently the entire Centaur team holds $1.6 billion! 8% is in stocks, 27% in various bonds, and the remaining 5% is in gold, silver, and oil longs. Again, bonds are sold out, 27% of the stock has been mortgaged. With an asset appreciation of 1.4%, the entire Centaur team currently has $11.49 billion in capital. By the way, I also use 5x leverage and reserve 25% of the margin.��


    "$1.6 billion!? John, how did you raise so much money?" Zhang Shaoling was surprised.


    Everyone belongs to the Thunder Fund. Although they are in charge of different groups, the conditions in their hands are basically similar. John Luthmi''s money is nearly a quarter more than they are, which is astounding.


    "If you can reduce the ratio of risky assets, and then go to some social events, I believe that the funds raised will not be less than mine!" John Lusmi laughed.


    "Forget it, I''d rather face rows of numbers than socialize!" Zhang Shaoling said.


    As a science student, he also has a traditional Chinese science student''s mentality of being "fear of trouble" in social interaction.


    In fact, even if he really went to socialize like Lu Simi did, I''m afraid it would be difficult to achieve the same results as the other party. After all, although the Lu Simi family is not big and has few assets, the old Lu Simi is also an old fritter who has been in Wall Street all his life and has extensive connections. And John Ruthmi was a serious Jew. Naturally, Zhang Shaoling and Qin Zhicheng are more able to win the trust of mainstream American billionaires.


    "Michael, it''s your turn!"


    Michael Barry, manager of Descendent Capital. This financial genius with mild autism, with the support and guidance of Guo Shouyun, showed his talent.


    After replying, "Currently, the funds under management of the entire Sunshine Capital are US$5 billion. 80% are in the stock market, and the remaining 20% ??are long in gold. With the asset appreciation of 2.8%, US$900 million has been raised so far. Futures leverage 5 times, 15% margin!"


    Michael Barry''s voice was a little dull.


    Just after he finished speaking, Zhang Shaoling, the youngest and the most impatient of the four, was already surprised: "Michael, you have achieved a 25.8% asset growth in the stock market. How did you do it?"


    "The boss is optimistic about the stocks of Yahoo, eBay, Amazon, Netflix, Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch. I have done margin financing ten times!" Michael Barry said calmly.


    Zhang Shaoling, Qin Zhicheng and John Lu Simi were silent, they also believed in Guo Shouyun''s judgment, so they all voted in these companies. But the bulk is still on arms companies such as Boeing and Lockheed Martin. As a result, with the outbreak of the war in Afghanistan, the stocks of these arms companies did rise. But because everyone knew that they would go up, the price of entry was slightly higher, but it didn''t make much money.


    Compared with these arms companies, no one could have expected the strong recovery of Internet companies and financial companies. Although Guo Shouyun reminded them, they did not make heavy bets like Michael Barry, directly financing and securities lending, and it was ten times as much.


    Trust, courage and talent are indispensable to achieve Michael Barry''s high asset appreciation rate.


    Guo Shouyun interrupted their thoughts. The time is fleeting now, not the time to communicate with each other.


    "I did a calculation just now. With the four of you, the entire Thunder Fund has $1.29 billion! This money will be used as the total funding for our operation."


    "Boss, is it still gold this time?" John Lusmi said excitedly.


    Not only him, but everyone including Zhang Shaoling, Qin Zhicheng and Michael Barry raised their spirits. The experience of following Guo Shouyun in the gold market and shaking the world''s capital market last year makes me feel adrenaline quickly when I think about it now.


    "No, this time we''re doing oil!" Guo Shouyun emphasized the last two words.


    "Although the gold market is also good. But once the Iraq war breaks out, the impact on the international oil market will be the biggest. After all, she is the second largest oil producer in the world after Saudi Arabia."


    "In addition, the largest oil company in Venezuela, the world''s fourth-largest oil producer, ''Petroleum de Venezuela'', has had seven small strikes this year because of low wages and poor working conditions, causing Venezuela''s oil production to drop repeatedly. This has reduced the supply of the international oil market. Moreover, judging from the current situation, the ** Chavez government has no ability, or lack of willingness to solve the plight of the Venezuelan oil industry. The possibility of a large-scale strike by the Venezuelan state oil company Over 50%! This is bullish news for the world oil market.��


    "Finally, since the beginning of this year, the U.S. economy has recovered from the trough of the Nasdaq crisis and resumed growth. Huaxia on the other side of the Pacific is also developing rapidly. The European market also has a growth rate of ~4%. development, which intensifies the world''s demand for oil resources."


    After a pause, "We all know that when supply and demand are out of balance, prices change. So, compared to the current gold market, which is already around $20 an ounce, oil, which averages around $18 a barrel, is more investment value."


    Guo Shouyun''s analysis was well-founded, and he easily persuaded Zhang Shaoling and the others.


    "Do we need to do it now?" Qin Zhicheng asked.


    "Yes, it is now. There are many smart people in the world, and what we can think of will definitely be thought of by others. The opportunity is fleeting, and we must seize the opportunity before more people understand."


    "Which market do we focus on?" John Luthmi asked.


    There are three major crude oil futures trading markets in the world, namely Brent crude oil in London, West Texas Intermediate crude oil in New York, and Sour crude oil futures in Singapore.


    "It''s up to you. Whichever market you''re more familiar with, and you''re more sure of, you can invest in. But you need to be fast and try to hide your actions as much as possible!"


    "It''s fast and easy to do. But it''s hard to hide. Now half of the world''s financial institutions are paying attention to us. Hedge funds are paying attention to us 100%!" John Luthmi said.


    "This is the price of fame!" Guo Shouyun smiled with a sigh of relief, "Do your best, and try to grab more first moves before others react."


    "clear!"


    "What about leverage and reserves?" Michael Barry asked suddenly.


    "10 times leverage, 20% reserve. Also, Michael, do you really intend to keep the scale of Descendants Capital at 5 billion US dollars and not increase it?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "No! My energy is limited. $5 billion is the most appropriate point for me. Too high will reduce my focus on capital and investment flexibility. Too low will affect the size of capital and revenue ratio."


    "Okay. I respect your opinion!" Guo Shouyun nodded. Geniuses always have quirks that ordinary people don''t have. For example, Michael Barry''s insistence on the $5 billion scale of Descendent Capital, and the social barriers caused by his mild autism.


    "Who else has something to do, if not, today''s meeting will end here." Guo Shouyun said.


    "I want to sell Goldman Sachs!" said Michael Barry.


    "why?"


    "The growth rate doesn''t meet my requirements. I think Amgen and Gilead Sciences are more suitable than it."


    "Are you optimistic about the future of biotechnology?"


    "Yes The biotechnology industry is a technology monopoly company. Once it breaks through, it will generate tens of billions of revenue."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I originally wanted to wait until the end of the oil speculation before reminding you of your investment in biotech companies, but I didn''t expect you to find out earlier, Michael. I agree. Although the biotech industry is no better than the Internet, it is also me. I am optimistic about the second largest investment sector after the Internet. Whether it is Sunshine Capital, or Solomon, Centaurs and Unicorns, when you adjust your investment structure, you can properly allocate the equity and bonds of biotech companies.��


    "clear!"


    "Who''s okay?"


    "Can we enter the Huaxia Capital Market?" Qin Zhicheng asked.


    "Can!"


    Although there is already Hanhua in the Huaxia market, he does not mean to draw a clear boundary between the two parties. Whether it is Huaxia or the United States, how the company can develop depends entirely on their personal abilities.

 Chapter 342： Guo Shouyuns personal account

    Chapter 342 Guo Shouyun''s personal account


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    "Boss, I want to know what you think of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae?" John Luthmi asked. [WWw.SuiM��ng.l��


    "Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae?" Guo Shouyun frowned slightly, "Do you value the U.S. real estate market?"


    "Yes. I remember my boss talking about the future of U.S. real estate in a lot of public places. From the current trend, the U.S. real estate market is indeed going up. Contains excess profits.��


    "I''m not sure either. But as the fed funds rate goes down, there''s more liquidity. Right now it looks like the last thing that''s going to drive growth and there''s enough market to absorb that is the housing market. So I think it''s going to be there in the future. A substantial rise. Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae are the dominant players in the US secondary market. Their stocks have good investment value."


    "Understood!"


    After thinking for a moment, John Lusmi nodded.


    "Compared with the stock market, I am more optimistic about the futures products of gold, oil and iron ore. They are the cornerstone of the industry. With the recovery and growth of the global economy, their prices will also rise." Zhang Shaoling said.


    Speaking of which, it reflects the differences between the four. John Lu Simmi pays attention to the US real estate market; Michael Barry pays attention to the biotechnology industry; Qin Zhicheng pays attention to the fast-growing Chinese market; and Zhang Shaoling pays attention to the futures market, which he is most interested in.


    In this way, everyone has a focus, and different investment areas can not only diversify risks, but also gain more profits.


    After chatting with the four about the views and investment strategies of various markets in the next time, Guo Shouyun ended the conference call.


    Of course, things are not over here. In addition to the Thunder Fund, Guo Shouyun has other hedge funds that need to be explained.


    "Boss, you disturbed the dinner I was having!" Zhang Lei laughed.


    Hong Kong is seven hours ahead of London. When Guo Shouyun entered the afternoon, it was already night in Hong Kong.


    "I don''t want to either, but who gave the opportunity?"


    "Chance?"


    Thinking of Guo Shouyun''s previous explanation, Zhang Lei''s eyes lit up.


    "Looking for a convenient place to talk?"


    "Okay, wait a minute!"


    After a moment of murmur, "Okay, how much cash does the Mang Seed Fund have now?"


    "After selling all the bonds and part of the equity, there are now $700 million! In addition, Hanhua can also draw $2 billion in funds from within."


    "Not bad! I''ll give you another $700 million to round up to $10 billion. From now on, increase the gold market. 10 times leverage, 20% reserve!"


    Although Guo Shouyun is most optimistic about oil, eggs cannot be put in the same basket. With the oil capital of the Thunder Fund, the funds of the Mang Seed Fund were arranged by him into the gold market.


    But what puzzled Zhang Lei was not Guo Shouyun''s layout of the gold market. After all, past experience made him expect Guo Shouyun to invest in gold.


    "Boss, do you think the Iraq war will break out?"


    "That''s right! You must know the resolution of the U.S. Congress. Besides, I know Bush Jr., he is a hawk who is full of adventurism in his bones. Moreover, the major American consortia standing behind him will not tolerate Sasha. ~Dam, a powerful figure who has repeatedly undermined the hegemony of the ''petrodollar''. So war is inevitable!"


    "But the United Nations has been opposing it, and the United States will go its own way?"


    "It''s true from the perspective of ordinary Chinese people, but Americans have never put the United Nations in their eyes. Without the United Nations, the United States is still the world hegemon. But without the United States, how much authority does the United Nations have?"


    Zhang Lei fell silent, let alone a hegemon like the United States, even ordinary small and medium-sized countries did not treat the United Nations as a dish.


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say. You explain to Yu Fei and let the Mangosteen Fund start action. Once it''s too late, the profit margin left for us will be compressed."


    "Understood. I''ll call him right away!"


    "Let''s do this first, send me an email if you have something!" After nodding, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    Looking at the time, "Matthew?"


    "boss!"


    "Is everything I asked you to prepare ready?"


    "Ready! Want to get it for you?"


    "No, put it in the trunk. We''ll go out in an hour."


    "Yes!"


    After waving Matthew to leave, Guo Shouyun picked up the phone again.


    "Wendy, how are you at home?"


    "Very well. Are you at ease?"


    "What about Elizabeth and George?"


    "Uncle and Aunt Lincoln took them to the garden to play."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and then changed the conversation, "How much money do I have in my account?"


    "About $770 million, what''s wrong?"


    "$770 million, a bit too little!" Guo Shouyun thought.


    He owns a lot of assets, but Guo''s, Ruby, Enron Pacific, Matrix, Apple and other companies of great value are all under the name of the six charitable funds he founded. The property rights of seven villas, as well as the shares of United Real Estate Co-founded with Cheng Tinghua and them, plus the NBA Clippers.


    The sales share of novels and the share of film and television rights are the bulk of Guo Shouyun''s income, providing him with nearly $1.1 billion in cash over the past three years.


    Deducting the expenses, such as buying the Clippers, paying the loan installments for each villa, maintaining his 15% stake in United Real Estate, buying art, maintaining the training and equipment expenses of the increasingly large bodyguard team, etc., About $500 million is left.


    The reason why there are still 770 million yuan is naturally the credit of Guo Shouyun''s capital operation.


    "Set aside $700 million, I''ll use it right away!"


    "Got it! However, with so much money missing, our family''s financial expenditure may be tight for a while."


    "It''s not that exaggerated, it will be the end of the month soon. The sales share of Thorn Bird and the film and television copyright share of Matrix add up to 40 million US dollars, which is enough."


    "Didn''t you say you wanted the oil painting of Van Gogh''s Still Life and Poppies that Sotheby''s took in autumn? It''s just this painting that sucked up all of our income this month." Wendy chuckled lightly. .


    Guo Shouyun suddenly realized that investing in top art is something he has been doing all these years. And especially like classicism, impressionism, realism oil paintings and Chinese artworks. As a representative of Impressionism, Van Gogh''s works are naturally the focus of Guo Shouyun''s investment.


    "It really doesn''t work, let''s mortgage the artwork in our house." Guo Shouyun said after weighing it.


    After answering, Wendy asked curiously, "$700 million is a lot of money. What are you going to do?"


    "I found a good opportunity and wanted to operate in the capital market."


    Wendy understood, but she didn''t ask much. She has gradually moved away from Guo Shouyun''s career circle. She concentrates on her family. Apart from taking care of finances, she seldom cares about Guo Shouyun''s career.


    "Elizabeth and George are back, I won''t tell you yet. Otherwise, if they see me and call you again, these two annoying little guys will be arguing for you again!"


    "Wendy, thank you!" Guo Shouyun said sincerely.


    "Um!"


    After a gentle answer, the phone hung up.


    Listening to the blind tone of ''dudu'', Guo Shouyun looked at the phone with a complicated expression for a long time, and then heaved a sigh of relief.


    After dealing with some official business, Guo Shouyun took Matthew out of the house after seeing that it was almost time.


    At No. 19 Wood Street, Guo Shouyun, who has been here many times, knocked on the door.


    With the sound of distant and approaching footsteps, the closed door opened. Immediately afterwards, a little blond girl with a ponytail showed a small round head. After seeing the person standing outside the door, her little face immediately showed a look of surprise. The small body even got out from behind the door and rushed into the arms of the person who came.


    "godfather?"


    "Haha, Jessica, did you miss the godfather?"


    Guo Shouyun picked up the little girl who had now become his goddaughter, and after turning around, smiled.


    "Of course I did. But the godfather never came to see me."


    "You ghost. The godfather also has work to do. Here, this is a gift for you, do you like it?"


    "Nemo? I love Nemo!"


    Jessica was very happy with the clownfish in her arms.


    "Bruce, put her down. She''s nine years old. She''s no longer a child. It''s time to be sensible."


    "Rowling, you are always so strict!"


    After talking and laughing and putting Jessica down, "Neil, long time no see!"


    "Long time no see, Bruce!"


    After hugging Neil Murray, and looking at the little guy who was hiding behind Rowling, showing his small head and peeking at him, Guo Shouyun squatted down, "Hey, little guy. Is your name David?"


    David Murray, who is one and a half years old, is the son of Rowling and Neil Murray, about half a year older than his two children with Molly Bevin.


    The little guy seemed a little afraid of life But seeing the Garfield doll Guo Shouyun was holding in his hand, his little face still showed a longing look. Under the watchful eyes of the three adults, especially when he saw that his sister received a gift, after hesitating for a while, the little guy finally left his mother''s thigh, swayed to Guo Shouyun, and stretched out his chubby little hand.


    "Haha, David is awesome!"


    Putting the Garfield doll into the arms of the little guy, Guo Shouyun reached out and picked him up.


    "Wow��!"


    In the end, before he was happy, the cry of the little guy was already ringing in his ears.


    "Mother��!"


    Rowling smiled and took the child from Guo Shouyun, who was somewhat embarrassed. "David is a little afraid of life."


    "This kid is not as good as his sister! Bruce, come in quickly!" Neil Murray greeted Guo Shouyun, held Jessica''s little hand, and walked into the living room.


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    Chapter 343 Revisiting Rowling


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    After letting Matthew put away the gifts he brought, Guo Shouyun said with a smile, "Today I''m here to see you guys for a meal."


    "Welcome, it just so happens that we haven''t seen each other for a long time. Take the opportunity to have a good drink today!" Neil Murray laughed.


    "That''s exactly what I''m here for!"


    "By the way, Rowling, you take care of the children, and Neil and I will cook!"


    "Okay, I''m not being polite to you. Neil, help Bruce. I''ll go to the bedroom. Dave seemed to pee just now!"


    After explaining, Rowling took the two children upstairs. Neil Murray went into the kitchen with Guo Shouyun.


    Here is different from other places. We have been friends for more than three years, and we have long been friends who can talk about everything, so we don��t need to be restrained.


    "Bruce, I still can''t forget the taste of your fried chicken. There is chicken in the refrigerator, how about you make this dish?"


    "Okay. I have no problem making fried chicken. Then take out the bottle of 92-year-old Roman��e Conti in your hand!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "sure, no problem!"


    "Hey, why are you so cheerful this time?"


    "Hey, the box office of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher''s Stone" you cooperated with Warner made nearly one billion dollars, and Rowling made a lot of money through copyright sharing. So, she bought me two cases of 96 Romani from the market. Conti."


    Neil Murray doesn''t have many other hobbies, the only thing he likes is drinking red wine, especially Romanee-Conti!


    "I see, no wonder you are so generous! Feelings are new!"


    "Of course. If it weren''t for that, I would be reluctant to entertain you with the good wine I''ve hidden for three years!" Neil Murray said directly.


    "Neil, we''ve been friends for three years anyway. I''m so sad when you say that."


    "Don''t come. You are a billionaire, what kind of red wine do you want? Don''t come and raid me, a small family."


    "Small family? You have a net worth of tens of millions of pounds, right?"


    "That''s not as good as you!"��


    The two laughed and finished their lunch. In the middle, Rowling asked Jessica to take David upstairs to rest after the two children had finished eating. Then the three of them had a chance to sit down.


    "Cheers! . . . welcome Bruce to Morrie''s again."


    "thanks!"


    With the crisp clinking of glasses, the three of them took a sip of red wine and stopped.


    "By the way, Bruce. Been so busy I forgot to ask you. How is Molly?" Rowling asked. She and Molly Bevan are close sisters, closer than Guo Shouyun.


    "It''s still the same, always in a coma!"


    "what did the doctor say?"


    "The doctor said that the blood in her brainstem is absorbed very slowly, and it may take another two or three years! It may be longer." Guo Shouyun''s tone was a little melancholy.


    "What about you, are you going to wait forever?"


    "I haven''t thought about it yet!"


    Rowling nodded knowingly.


    "I believe that you are a mature and stable person who will find a good way to deal with the problem. So I will not give you any advice on this matter. However, if you need any help from me and Neil, you must remember give us a call."


    Neil Murray nodded and patted Guo Shouyun on the shoulder.


    "Don''t worry, it definitely will!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "By the way, did Elizabeth and George come with you? We haven''t seen you for a long time, and they will say Mom and Dad too, right?"


    "I came to the UK this time mainly for work, so I didn''t bring them with me. As for speaking, I can speak. It''s just a little stumbling!"


    "David is one and a half years old, so he can''t speak well. Elizabeth and George are half a year younger than them, and it''s normal for them to stumble." After a pause, Rowling sighed, "I really miss these two little guys. I really miss them. I haven''t seen them in over three months."


    "Three months and fifteen days!" Neil Murray added beside him.


    "How do you remember so clearly?"


    "You''re not the only one who likes Elizabeth and George, I like them too."


    Rowling rolled her eyes at him, "I''m going to America next week, just in time to see them!"


    "You''re going to the United States?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise.


    "Well! Thanks to your advice, the sixth Harry Potter book has been written. Christopher has prepared signings in London and New York. The London side is busy, and the rest of the New York station I must go to myself."


    "I see. Sorry, Rowling. I really don''t know about this!"


    "No need to apologize, Bruce. I deliberately didn''t notify you when I discussed it with Christopher. After all, you were in a terrible state. And we don''t want to affect you because of this."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. At first, he stayed in San Francisco to heal his heartbreak and cut off almost all contact with the outside world.


    "Bruce, seeing your state now, Rowling and I are so happy for you!" Neil Murray laughed.


    "Yeah! You don''t know. It''s so heartbreaking to look like you lost your soul! I don''t think Molly would want to see you like that even if she''s still awake."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said with a smile: "Didn''t I come out now? Besides, after going through this incident, I feel more mature."


    "You can think so. Come on. Let''s eat or we''ll get cold."


    "Yes, eat. I''ve wanted Bruce to cook fried chicken for a long time!"


    "Haha, then I''ll leave this plate to you!"


    "Don''t, I can''t eat so much by myself!"��


    From noon to afternoon, Guo Shouyun stayed at Mori''s house all the time. When you are with friends, the feeling of letting go of all the burdens is truly relaxing and enjoyable.


    Neil Murray and JK Rowling, a college professor and a writer. Without lack of money, they can ignore Guo Shouyun''s rich status and have a real equal dialogue.


    Therefore, he did not choose to leave until after dinner in the evening.


    Shortly after returning home, Rebecca''s phone called.


    "Boss, just got a call from Jean-Rene Fortou who invited us to negotiate again tomorrow."


    "Understood. I''ll be in England for a few days for now, so you can represent me."


    "clear!"


    "By the way. The acquisition of Universal Music Group can be abandoned!"


    "Give up? Why? We have done so much foreshadowing in the early stage, and it''s a pity to give up now."


    "It''s a pity. But we can, as a concession, pursue offers on the acquisition of Vidione Games, the Canal+ network, and Universal Pictures. Also, AOL Time Warner has agreed to sell Warner Music Group to us. If we acquire Universal Music Group again, our global record market share will exceed 35%, which will trigger the EU''s antitrust provisions, which will lead to the failure of the acquisition, so we must choose one or the other."


    "Even if you choose one of the two, Universal Music Group''s share of the record market is more than Warner, why don''t we give up Warner and choose Universal?"


    "Because AOL Time Warner is now run by a bunch of guys who don''t understand media It''s cheaper to buy Warner Music Group from them. And Jean Rene Fortou, who runs Vivendi, is shrewd. You have also learned the degree. It is not easy to make a profit from him. As for the market share, Universal is only two points ahead of Warner. And in the US market, Warner has an advantage. "


    Universal has not yet annexed EMI, and it is not yet the world''s number one international record giant worth nearly $30 billion.


    "Got it, I''ll take advantage of that when we negotiate tomorrow."


    "I believe you!"


    Afterwards, the two briefly communicated about the conditions and bottom line of tomorrow''s negotiation, and then hung up each other.


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 Chapter 344： Discussion on the Indian market

    Chapter 344 Discussion on the Indian Market


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    Originally, Guo Shouyun planned to stay in Exeter for a few more days to see his friends and accompany old Bevin by the way. But Rebecca Mack''s progress in France was quicker than he expected. And coincidentally, Buddy Morris'' negotiations with Warner Bros. have also accelerated.


    Obviously, his frequent contacts with companies in the same industry made Warner and Vivendi feel a certain threat. Or, their own financial situation has deteriorated to the point where a choice has to be made. No matter what kind of situation it is, or both, it is a happy thing for Guo Shouyun.


    After saying goodbye to Old Bevin, Al Bevin, and the Rowling family, Guo Shouyun once again set foot on the plane back to Paris. It is not far from the UK to France, which is across the sea, and it only takes an hour to arrive by plane.


    "Boss! These are the terms of cooperation we have reached with Vivendi, but the specific purchase amount has not yet been determined." In the car leaving the airport, Rebecca Mark took out a document and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    After taking it over and reading it carefully, he nodded with satisfaction.


    "Not bad! Vivendi Games, Universal Pictures, Universal Studios and Canal+ cable network, I have basically got what I want most."


    "But the $11.2 billion price of Universal Studios and Universal Studios is way too high!"


    Strictly speaking, Universal Pictures, which owns the world''s second largest film library after MGM, and a series of classic movie copyrights such as "Jaws" and "Jurassic Park", plus four Universal Pictures around the world. City, the value should add up to more than 11.2 billion US dollars.


    But helplessly, in addition to the two Universal Studios in the United States, the just-built Universal Studios in Osaka and the Universal Studios in the Mediterranean in Spain, Universal Studios only holds 15% and 43% of them, which weakens the actual value of Universal Studios assets. .


    "Gao can talk, it is a victory for us that Vivendi can let go!" Guo Shouyun said, "By the way, what time is the negotiation in the afternoon?"


    "15 o''clock! The location is still Vivendi''s headquarters."


    Guo Shouyun looked at the time.


    "There are still five and a half hours before the negotiation. We will have lunch later, and then communicate the details of the next negotiation. We will arrive at Vivendi''s headquarters at 3 o''clock in the afternoon. I can''t wait to meet Rene at the meeting. Fortou."


    Rebecca nodded, "By the way, boss, the villa you want has been selected for you."


    "Oh. Where?"


    "The Sixteenth District, it''s very close to where you attended the banquet last time."


    "Go and see!" Guo Shouyun said with great interest.


    Although seen before in pictures Rebecca sent him, pictures are never as real and interesting as seeing them in person.


    Rebecca reported the address to Matthew, who was driving, and half an hour later, the convoy stopped in front of a villa hidden in the shadows of trees.


    Because Guo Shouyun specially emphasized that the manor villa should not be too luxurious. Therefore, the new residence in Paris that Rebecca chose for him is not large, and the front and rear gardens and the main building add up to only 3,000 square meters. Typical French architectural style, the exterior looks beautiful. Tennis courts and swimming pools also cater for everyday relaxation needs. In addition, the eight rooms in the main body of the villa are enough for Guo Shouyun, who only lives temporarily.


    Standing on the observation deck on the top of the building, looking at the Seine River like a jade belt in the distance, and the bustling Parisian market on both sides, Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction.


    "It''s nice here, what''s the price like?"


    "The total price is 7.5 million euros, the down payment is 2 million, the interest rate is 4.5%, 20 years!"


    Although he is not short of paying the full amount of money, in terms of capital utilization efficiency, the rate of money appreciation in his hands is far more than 4.5%. So, installment payment is the best option for him.


    "Just here. I''ll have someone call you the money in a moment!"


    Accustomed to Guo Shouyun''s clear-cut way of doing things, Rebecca didn''t say much.


    "sit!"


    After waving at Rebecca, the two sat down on the lounge chairs on the balcony.


    "Although the contract with Vivendi has not been finally signed, the overall situation has now been decided. So, I want to talk to you about the Indian side. After all, among the people I know around, you are the only one who This country is most familiar to me, and I want to hear from you."


    Rebecca Mack is intelligent, experienced and observant. From Guo Shouyun''s words, she heard a different kind of charm.


    "Boss wants to expand investment in India?"


    "Well! There is a big market with nearly 3 million square kilometers and a population of 1 billion. No company in the world wants to miss it." Guo Shouyun nodded.


    In the last life, because the Internet was full of all kinds of negative news about India, Guo Shouyun had a very bad impression of this country in the subcontinent, and never thought of having any involvement with India. But this life was different. From a business perspective, he realized the importance of India.


    Although it is far inferior to Huaxia, it is still a top ten market in the world, and it has quite a bit of potential.


    "I''m not too optimistic about the Indian market!" After thinking for a while, Rebecca Mark shook her head.


    "Oh? The reason?"


    "India''s government and parliamentary system is rigid, inefficient and inefficient. The domestic legal system is lacking, the religious atmosphere is strong, and a relatively fair and reasonable business environment is lacking. In addition, India''s domestic infrastructure is backward and energy is scarce. Under the caste system, the classes are strict, Religion and race are opposed to each other, the population above middle school is small, and there is a lack of sufficient qualified human resources for enterprise development. Moreover, Indians generally lack respect for time, absenteeism and laziness are common. Therefore, whether it is politics, environment, religion, India is not a good choice for business development in terms of law, manpower, etc.��


    "It seems that you have gained a lot from a Dabor project!" Guo Shouyun nodded and smiled.


    "At the beginning, I was also attracted by India''s large population and seemingly huge market. As a result, when the project started, I found that the difficulties were dozens of times more difficult than I thought." Rebecca nodded.


    "Have you thought about giving up?"


    "I thought about it. But the CEO of Enron International is an opportunity that I finally got after I gave up a lot. The Dabor project with an investment of up to 3 billion US dollars is the star project of Enron International. If I give up, then all my efforts in Enron will be lost. I will give up all my previous achievements. Jeffrey Gilling and Lou Pei will not miss this opportunity to drive me out of the Enron management. So, even if the Dabor project is difficult, I must continue.��


    ��And the more difficult it was, the better it was for me. Because I was the only one who knew the project best, and if Enron wanted the Dabor project to succeed, I had to be in charge. Only in the end I still miscalculated the complexity of Indian politics.95 In the Indian general election in 2018, the Congress Party lost to the ''Hindu Nationalist Alliance'', and the Dabor project, which was co-operated by Enron and Maharashtra, has become the best target of the opponent because of the huge investment and high cost."


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    "This is because your funds are not in place. Otherwise, India has so many projects with foreign consortia, why did Dabor become the target of the opposition of the Congress Party?"


    "Enron was expanding all over the world at the time, and money was tight. The president who led the company, Rich Kinder, was shrewd, more experienced and more skilled than Jeffrey Gilling, who later became Enron''s president. He saw The risk in the Indian market, because Enron did not understand India at the time, and lacked the necessary contacts and information channels, temporarily slowed down the investment in the Dabor project.��


    "Originally out of prudence, I wanted to wait and see before making a decision. But I didn''t expect the situation in India to change so fast, and with the help of competitors, Dabor suddenly became the target of criticism from the entire Indian society. The whole country of India was furious, and no party dared to touch this minefield. Therefore, the Dabor giant power plant project, which could have become Enron''s second profit support point after the British Teesside project, became Enron''s largest project. Loss-making projects."


    Thinking of the predicament at that time, Rebecca Mark''s tone also became a little melancholy.


    After pondering for a while, Guo Shouyun continued: "The legal system in the third world countries is not as perfect as that in developed countries. If you want to invest here, the biggest risk is not capital, but politics. Enron''s investment in Dabol was a sole proprietorship from the beginning. Holding a controlling stake means that its future will not be ideal.��


    ��We also thought about cooperating with local Indian companies, but the chairman of the company, Ken Lay, refused. The Indian officials sent by Maharashtra to the United States to attract investment gave so many guarantees that most of them Forget the risks."


    "Indians are really sneaky!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement.


    ��Apart from politics we also lack investigation of the Indian market. The cost of generating electricity from natural gas is too high and the price of electricity is completely above the market price of electricity in India. If the Maharashtra Electricity Board buys Dubbo In order to recover the cost of the entire project, it has to pay 30 billion US dollars for the electric energy of Ernest. This has become the biggest attack point of the opposition and the Indians. It is also the officialdom of Maharashtra. The motives of Enron are impure, Best proof of exploiting India. . . . We handed the ''gun'' to the Indians and let them kill Enron, how ironic!"


    "In fact, the root cause of all these problems is within Enron. If it wasn''t for Ken Lay''s alienation from Enron''s management and strategic planning, and Jeffrey Gilling''s one-sided pursuit of scale rather than true profitability, Richie, who has the ability to control the company, Enron wouldn''t have gone bankrupt if Kinder left too soon."


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    Chapter 345 Merger and Acquisition of Universal Pictures


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    Rebecca nodded, and after a moment of silence, "Boss, I believe in your absolute control and wise decision-making over Enron Pacific. But India is not suitable for companies to show their strengths here."


    "I know. But we really can''t give up this market, especially Dabor." After a pause, Guo Shouyun continued, "Rebecca, how much do you know about the history of China?"


    "Not much. In American textbooks, there is not much space to introduce the history of China."


    "What about the period of the late Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China?"


    "I know a few things, such as the Opium War, the Sino-Japanese War, and the melee of warlords in China." Although she didn''t understand why Guo Shouyun asked this question, Rebecca still did her best to answer.


    "Actually, in my opinion. India today is like the Qing Dynasty in China at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. Officialdom is corrupt, the people are dark and hierarchical, and the people are ignorant and uneducated. If you want to make money in such an environment, The Westerners at that time used three methods. First, the strong deterrence brought about by strong national strength. Second, they were willing to spend money to bribe the officials who control political power. Third, let the ''people'' who are familiar with the local situation, commonly known as The ''comprador'' class runs the local business for them."


    "Although the times are different, the countries are different. But we can use these methods for reference. Therefore, for India''s development strategy. My thoughts are: First, make more use of the background of our American companies to strive for better investment opportunities. And conditions. Second, as long as it can protect our interests and provide us with convenience, then don��t mind spending more money in officialdom. Third, cultivate our Indian agents. The core goal is only one, as long as it can make us To make money, then in India we are willing to do anything.��


    After thinking for a while, Rebecca Mark nodded slowly.


    "I very much agree with your three solutions for the Indian market. But many times, the actual difficulties will be more complicated and more complicated than imagined."


    "I understand. Nothing is set in stone. Our strategy will also be adjusted according to the changes in the current situation in India and the world." After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes suddenly became deeper, "This world is too complicated, some We have to prepare ahead of time to make sure we don��t get off track when we make decisions.��


    After getting along for more than a year, Rebecca Mark also has a certain understanding of the young boss. Obviously, he had something else in his mind.


    "Rebecca, there are still many elites in India''s billion population, do you know?" After a moment of silence, Guo Shouyun suddenly asked.


    ��During the three years of the Dabor project, I have come into contact with many Indian entrepreneurs, academics and politicians. Although many of them are mediocre people who came to power through their families or opportunistically, many of them have real talents and practical knowledge The elite figure." Rebecca nodded.


    "After arriving in India, introduce me to the best of these people."


    "You want to meet?"


    Rebecca was a little surprised. Doesn''t this big boss hate socializing the most?


    Guo Shouyun, who could guess some ideas from her expression, smiled and said: "I once heard a sentence: When you can''t change the world, the best way is to adapt to it. I don''t like socializing and socializing, but Sometimes you have to get used to it.��


    After tasting Guo Shouyun''s words in his heart, Rebecca Mark nodded.


    After checking the time, Guo Shouyun stood up.


    "Let''s talk about ''India'' first. Come on, it''s lunch time."


    Rebecca followed Guo Shouyun downstairs. After lunch, take a break. After sorting out the materials needed for the negotiation and the acceptable bottom line for negotiation, the two went out on time with their assistants at two o''clock in the afternoon.


    Guo Shouyun, who has been here twice, is not familiar with Vivendi''s headquarters, but he is also somewhat familiar. Welcomed by Jean-Rene Fortou, the two sides sat down again.


    "Mr. Guo, we meet again!"


    "Yes. Hopefully this time we can reach an agreement that satisfies both parties!"


    "Of course, I hope so too!"


    After a brief chat, the two parties entered into the theme tacitly.


    ���� Regarding Vivendi Games, we think $1.8 billion is an appropriate number.��


    "I''m sorry, Mr. Fortu. We think $1.8 billion is a bit too high. First, the two main brands of Vivendi Games. Xue Leshan has closed the R&D department, and only the publishing department is left with no value. More than 300 million US dollars. The game rights of Snow Mountain can be valued at 150 million US dollars. Second, Blizzard. I admit that Diablo, StarCraft and Warcraft are very popular games. But only With those words, I think $800 million is an appropriate number."


    "Mr. Guo, the purchase price of 1.25 billion US dollars is too exaggerated. The annual revenue of Vivendi Games is as high as 150 million euros, and the average annual sales of game discs are 4 million sets. Selling to Matrix for 1.8 billion US dollars is already a price we see in Guo. Difficult choice made on the basis of a very worthwhile cooperation sir. Price reduction? Sorry, we would never agree!"


    "Mr. Forto, everyone is smart. We know the real value of Vivendi games. $1.8 billion is too high."


    "But Mr. Guo''s $1.25 billion asking price is too low!"


    The two of them stared at each other for a while without showing weakness, then suddenly each smiled. Both parties understand that people sitting across from each other are not easy to deal with.


    "Mr. Forto, I have a proposal."


    "Please say!"


    "We can appropriately reduce our stake in Veolia. In exchange, you have to agree to our offer for Vidiwang Games."


    Veolia is a new company established after the merger of Azuricos Water, a subsidiary of the former Enron Pacific, and Vidiwang Environment.


    "Oh? How much is Mr. Guo willing to give up?"


    "2%!"


    Jean-Rene Fortou''s eyes flickered. After the merger, Veolia is worth about $18 billion. 2% is $360 million. In addition to the previous quotation from Guo Shouyun, it is in line with the actual value of the Vidiwang game in his mind.


    Feel free to add a few more numbers. But seeing Guo Shouyun''s expression, after hesitating for a while, he finally nodded.


    "Can!"


    Turning to the Canal+ network next, the two sides have no objection to the $1.5 billion offer. But by the time Universal Pictures, the biggest disagreement broke out.


    "Mr. Guo, we are very sincere to discuss again, but your offer of US$9.4 billion for Universal Pictures is really not in line with the value of the world''s second largest film company and the second largest theme park operator, and the gap is huge."


    "Really? But I think the price of $9.4 billion is suitable. As for the second largest theme park operator? Except for the two Universal Studios in Orlando and Hollywood, and the two Universal Studios in Spain and Japan, you have the right to operate in addition to the shares. Not at all. How high is the value. In addition, Universal Music Group, which originally belonged to Universal Pictures, has been stripped out of the negotiation. Without this asset, $9.4 billion is my final offer to Universal Pictures. "Guo Shouyun Without backing down.


    "Impossible. Universal has grossed more than $1.2 billion at the U.S. box office in the past three years, and has produced "Shakespeare in Love," "American Pie," "The Mummy," "Jurassic Park," "Gladiator," Classic movies such as "The Bourne Bourne". If you count the world box office and peripheral income, it has reached an astonishing level of 3.5 billion US dollars per year. Therefore, even if Universal Studios is excluded, the actual value of Universal Pictures is 9 billion US dollars. Adding the two together, 11.2 billion US dollars is already a manifestation of Vivendi''s sincerity."


    The two quarreled for a while, and neither took a step back. Just when the negotiations were deadlocked, Rebecca Mark, who was sitting next to him, spoke up.


    "Boss, Mr. Forto, may I make a suggestion?"


    The two looked at her at the same time, and Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "certainly!"


    "Can!"


    After getting permission, "I think what Vivendi needs most now is liquidity. So, if we accept your total offer of $11.2 billion for Universal Pictures, is Mr. Wilttu willing to make concessions in terms of shares? "


    Upon being reminded by Rebecca, Guo Shouyun''s eyes suddenly lit up.


    With the future hot Marvel Universe, as well as the blessing of a series of hot copyrights such as "Harry Potter", "Fast and Furious", "National Treasure", the future of Universal Pictures is bright. Compared with the current billions of dollars, the shares are undoubtedly more valuable.


    The same is true of Jean-Rene Fortou. However, he is obviously not as confident in the future of Universal as Guo Shouyun, who has memories of later generations. And like Rebecca said, what Vivendi needs most now is liquidity to balance her finances.


    In order to avoid being too eager, he instead fell into the Fortu. Therefore, Guo Shouyun was not in a hurry to express his opinion. The look on his face was also calmer.


    After examining the young man sitting opposite for a while, Forto hesitated for a long time, and finally nodded With the terms of compromise, the next negotiation went much smoother.


    In the end, the two parties reached a condition that the value of Universal Pictures and Universal Studios was set at $11.2 billion, of which Universal Pictures was $7.5 billion and Universal Studios was $3.7 billion. Vivendi owns 20% of the shares of Universal Pictures, and can have the supervisory power conferred by the shares, but cannot interfere with the operation of Universal Pictures by the Matrix Group. As for Universal Studios, the entire stake was sold to Matrix.


    In the end, Veolia''s shares were also settled. Enron Capital holds 32% and the remaining 68% belongs to Vivendi. Similarly, Enron only has the right to supervise and cannot interfere with Vivendi''s management rights to Veolia.


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    Chapter 346 The dust has settled


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    On October 22, 2002, this negotiation, which lasted for more than half a year since Rebecca Mack contacted Vivendi, finally came to an end. ���맻��.suimEnG.1a


    Guo Shouyun signed the contract with Vivendi on behalf of Matrix and Enron Pacific. In addition to the cooperation between Anping and Vivendi, which does not involve money, Matrix acquired Vivendi Games, Universal Pictures, Universal Pictures for a total price of US$2.45 billion with US$7 billion in cash, and assumed US$5.45 billion in debt. industry and anal+ network.


    Both parties are satisfied with this result. It''s just that Vivendi is a little unwilling in addition to being satisfied. After all, after selling assets, Vivendi will inevitably be in trouble. Maybe for a while, maybe it''s getting worse.


    "Mr. Guo, in addition to these, you also promised us to invest in Vivendi."


    Guo Shouyun is now well-known in the global financial world. If he invests in Vivendi, it will inevitably lead to other capital to follow suit, thereby raising the company''s stock price, which will help Vivendi reverse the current predicament.


    "Of course! I''ve never regretted what I promised. But how many shares can you accept my control?"


    "No more than 30%, and half of that must be Class B shares."


    "K, no problem."


    Guo Shouyun simply nodded. It was originally just a financial investment, and such restrictions were nothing to him. Moreover, whether it is the memory of later generations or the contact with Jean Rene Fortou, he clearly feels that Vivendi will not sink in this. Therefore, although this financial investment cannot bring him several times the revenue, it will not lose money.


    "Mr. Guo, it is a great honor to cooperate with you. I believe this is the beginning of a good memory for both of us!"


    After signing the contract, Jean Rene Fortou stood up and held Guo Shouyun''s right hand with enthusiasm.


    "I am just as honored."


    "In order to congratulate us on our successful cooperation, I specially prepared a reception tonight. I hope Mr. Guo can participate!"


    "No problem. I''ve long wanted to have a drink with Mr. Forto."


    "Then we agreed. We will see you in the banquet hall of the Raphael Hotel at 7 o''clock tonight."


    "OK!"


    After leaving the Vivendi headquarters, Guo Shouyun went to the banquet as scheduled in the evening. After several rounds of staggering, there are more compliments and deliberate intimacy. He was not surprised by this. Similar to this kind of social cocktail party, it was originally intended for everyone to expand their social circle.


    But what surprised Guo Shouyun was that Nicolas Sarkozy, who had met once, also appeared at the banquet. But it doesn''t matter whether he came on purpose or coping with a formula. The meeting deepened the relationship between the two sides.


    Moreover, after the two banquets, Guo Shouyun finally had a certain relationship in the French upper class.


    The deal with Vivendi also requires approvals from the French and U.S. Departments of Commerce, which takes some time. However, it does not involve industry monopoly, nor does it involve major enterprises that involve the national economy and people''s livelihood, and the relationship between France and the United States is not as tense and defensive as the United States and China. Therefore, although the approval will delay time, it will not cause the miscarriage of this transaction.


    However, while this transaction is still being approved, the cooperation between Guo Shouyun and Vivendi has caused a sensation in the global business community with the reports of major media.


    "2.45 billion US dollars, and a new giant has been born in Hollywood!" - The headline of the German "Bild".


    "The huge deal between the Matrix Group and Vivendi!" - French "Le Figaro" headline.


    "Dance of the Elephants, $2.45 Billion, Huge Matrix M&A!" - The New York Times.


    "After a year of silence, the son of finance has made a shocking merger of film and television giants! - "Los Angeles Times".


    When the outside world was bustling, Guo Shouyun still stayed in France to continue his plan.


    "...Boss, the most popular news in the world right now is your news!"


    "The news is time-sensitive. There will be more sensational news in a few days, and naturally no one will pay attention to me." After a pause, "Okay, let''s stop here, I will explain your business. How''s it going?"


    "It''s basically settled. Merrill Lynch, Goldman Sachs, Goldman Sachs, and Citibank have jointly raised US$9 billion for us. The term is half a year, and the interest is 5.7%!" William Zhang said.


    "9 billion? When did these financial giants become so generous."


    "They are not generous. They realize the value of Yahoo and eBay. Moreover, Merrill Lynch itself has recovered well. That''s why they gave a high mortgage rate of 80%! In addition, the Federal Reserve has continuously lowered the federal funds rate, which is good for the market. A lot of liquidity has been injected. Financial institutions have to find a place for their money. Otherwise, the reserves on the Fed alone are a huge loss, and overnight lending rates are not comparable to commercial loans.��


    Regarding the reserve fund, here is a brief explanation. The Fed requires all financial institutions that take deposits from depositors in the United States to keep a portion of the funds at the Fed to meet the sudden withdrawal needs of depositors. This funding account is called a reserve account. As required by the Federal Reserve, each institution''s reserve account balance cannot fall below a certain percentage of the short-term deposits it takes in. This ratio is called the reserve ratio or the reserve requirement ratio.


    If a financial institution''s reserves fall below the requirements, it must find a way to raise funds to make up. Conversely, if reserves are higher than the Fed requires, the excess is called excess reserves and can be withdrawn at any time.


    Generally speaking, the part that does not exceed the proportion is called the statutory reserve, and the part that exceeds is called the excess reserve. Regardless of whether it is a statutory reserve fund or an excess reserve fund, the interest rate is very low, basically not exceeding %. Of course, the situation will change over time. But statutory reserves and excess reserves account for 20% of bank assets. So, if a bank has more deposits. The more it has statutory reserves and excess reserves. These reserves are a loss for banks if they can''t find suitable investments. After all, you have to pay depositor interest. ..


    "When can the loan be released?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Once the contract is signed! ... But, boss. Isn''t the half-year repayment period too short. After all, it''s $9 billion."


    "For me, half a year is a long time!"


    It has been less than half a year since the outbreak of the Iraq War, and the opportunities brought by this war are enough to bring him huge benefits within half a year.


    Repaying the loan at that time can also avoid paying excessive corporate income tax.


    "By the way, the subject of this loan must be Phoenix Trust, or Phoenix Company."


    "Understood. I will sign the contract in the name of Phoenix Company." After a pause, "Boss, are you... ready to make another move?"


    William Zhang is not a fool either, Guo Shouyun exposed a lot of information in half a year.


    "If you have spare money in your hand, put it in the Thunder Fund!"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t answer directly, but he made things clear in his words.


    "Yes I''ll be ready when I go back!"


    There was a hint of excitement in William Zhang''s tone. No one refuses to make money.


    "It''s a secret, don''t tell outsiders."


    "I know. But the amount of funds managed by the Thunder Fund has exceeded 40 billion US dollars, and the financial community is paying attention to it a lot, I am afraid it is difficult to hide."


    "I know this. I don''t plan to hide it for a long time, just a week or two. It''s enough to make a move before the others react. As for the future, I hope they will act quickly with the Thunder. It''s just fine. Let''s build momentum....Okay, let''s talk about it for the time being. I''ll have a meeting in a while."


    "Yes!"


    "Remember to complete the loan as soon as possible!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


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 Chapter 347： Architecture adjustment of the matrix

    Chapter 347: Structure Adjustment of Matrix


    "Dong dong!"


    There was a knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    "Boss, it''s time!"


    "Is everyone here?"


    Rebecca nodded.


    "I''ll go right now!"


    After simply packing up the items on the table, he took out a black notebook from the drawer, and took a pen from the table. Guo Shouyun strode out of the study.


    In the temporarily converted conference room, along with the integrated and interlaced wires, a dozen monitors are listed in a fan shape, and each monitor has a figure inside.


    Guo Shouyun sat in the middle seat, his eyes quickly swept over each monitor, feeling a little melancholy in his heart.


    Although video conferencing is mature now, it is limited to the current need for professional hardware support to open a smooth video conference. Moreover, the picture quality is also very bad for Guo Shouyun, who is used to enjoying the high-definition and ultra-clear of later generations. But these are all external, and it will pass after a sigh of relief. What really matters is the next meeting.


    "Everyone, from today onwards, everyone will fight for our ideals in the collective ** of the Matrix Group. As the boss, I would like to promise you that as long as you do well, I will not be stingy with options or dividends. !"


    "thank you boss!"


    "Thank you boss!"


    After a simple communication, Guo Shouyun continued: "After the acquisition of Vivendi and Warner, there are already more than a dozen subsidiaries under the Matrix. In order to facilitate management, I will make an adjustment to the administrative structure of the entire group. "


    As soon as he finished speaking, he found that everyone''s expressions, including Buddy Morris, changed slightly. But it''s understandable, who doesn''t have ambitions yet?


    "In the future, Matrix Group will have nine subsidiaries in addition to the Ministry of Finance, Editorial Department, Production Department, Logistics Department, Marketing Department and other headquarters departments. They are: Matrix Films, Matrix Cinemas, Matrix Games, and Matrix Media. , Marvel Comics, Universal Studios, Universal Studios, Warner Records and Pixar Animation.��


    "In the future, Matrix Films will focus on the production and distribution of small and medium-cost films. The company''s president, Kai Yang."


    Kai Yang is a veteran of Matrix. He has led the marketing department all the way and achieved outstanding results over the years. Guo Shouyun decided to give him a chance.


    "The Matrix Cinemas still focuses on giant luxury cinemas, and the annual goal is still 510 cinemas. The personnel and personnel remain the same!"


    "In terms of Matrix games, in addition to the existing Valve Studio, Legend Studio and Westward Journey Studio, Xue Leshan Studio, Blizzard Studio and Fantasy Studio have been added. Mike Moraimy is the manager of Xue Leshan Studio, restarting the game. R&D of Ghost series, Home series and Demon Hunter series. In addition to being the manager of Blizzard Studio, Frank Pierce is also the Vice President of Matrix Games. Blizzard Studio still focuses on the research and development of the three series of StarCraft, Diablo and Warcraft . Fantasy Studios, with Alan Adhan as manager, recruited for Pirates of the Caribbean and Harry Potter games."


    Because of the obsession with Blizzard in the past life, the personnel of the matrix game Snow Leshan, Blizzard and Fantasy are all dominated by the management of Blizzard.


    "The president of Matrix Games was promoted by Gabe Newell, and he also served as the director and senior vice president of the Matrix Group." Guo Shouyun also gave some compensation to the old minister.


    "cw public television nt pay television ana pay television and the former Universal Pictures television production and distribution division, the former Matrix Films television, documentary production and distribution division merged into a new company, Matrix Media. Matrix Media produces and distributes news, radio, and television. The main thing is to wait. In addition, I have three plans here, The Voice of America, Lost and Prison Break, one entertainment program, and two TV series. The Voice of America and Lost are handed over to cw TV, and jailbreak is handed over to tnt pay TV ana pay TV! "


    The nature of tnt pay TV ana pay TV is the same, but one is in the United States and the other is in Europe, which just constitutes a pay TV that spans North America and Europe. br>


    Also, the quality of Jailbreak is more for the paying crowd than The Voice and Lost. The first two, especially The Voice of America, can definitely be big advertisers.


    "The president of Matrix Media is concurrently held by Buddy Morris, and the performance of the three TV stations will be selected after one year!"


    The three TVs are losing money, so Guo Shouyun is not satisfied with anyone. In addition, I just bought three companies, and I don''t know much about the top management, so I couldn''t find a suitable candidate for a while. Buddy Morris can only be temporarily responsible for the management of Matrix Media, and a decision will be made after an internal inspection.


    "Marvel Comics, personnel unchanged, President Ike Palmut is also a director and senior vice president of the company."


    Taking back all the film and television projects originally promised to Marvel Comics will naturally give Ike Palmut some compensation.


    "Universal Pictures, focusing on large-scale movies with more than 100 million US dollars, in 2003, you had four missions, Harry Potter 2 The Chamber of Secrets, Spider-Man 2, Hulk, and Furious Sea: Polar Expedition In terms of personnel, the board of directors was revoked, the former chairman of the board of directors Lang Mayer served as the chief operating officer, and the former vice president of Matrix Pictures Kai Feiqi served as the president of Universal Pictures, responsible for the production of the series of films."


    Long Mayer is a veteran executive of Universal. He has served as chairman and CEO of Universal Pictures for 12 years. He is experienced and has achieved a lot. Although not as good as Warner and Fox, the Universal he led is not bad among Hollywood giants. Blockbuster series such as Legend of the Gods and Ghosts and Jurassic Park have made a lot of money for Universal.


    As for Kefic, the creator of the Marvel Universe, it is naturally not to be missed.


    "Universal Studios, there are currently four Universal Studios in the world, namely Hollywood, Orlando, Barcelona and Osaka. Chris, I would like to know the equity distribution of Universal Studios Osaka."


    Chris McClain, President of Universal Studios.


    In the face of a young but steady and serious new boss, Chris McClain did not dare to neglect.


    "At present, in addition to our 15 in Universal Studios Osaka, 39 are in the hands of Goldman Sachs, 18 belong to the Osaka city government, and the remaining 28 are held by institutions and investors!"


    "Why does Goldman Sachs hold so much?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "At the time of Universal Studios Osaka, Goldman Sachs was the financier."


    "Can you buy this part of the shares?"


    "Yes. But Goldman''s asking price probably won''t come cheap."


    Goldman Sachs'' greed and shrewdness are deeply felt by Guo Shouyun, who has dealt with them many times.


    "Do you understand the operation of Universal Studios Osaka?"


    "learn!"


    "Be specific."


    "Yes! Universal Studios Osaka has a total investment of 2 billion US dollars, most of which are loans. Currently, it has 7 areas including New York District, Hollywood District, San Francisco District, Universal Wonderland, Qinshan Village, and Jurassic Park. Since 2001 Since the opening of the year, it has received 5.78 million tourists. The total revenue in the third quarter of 2002 was 273 million US dollars! It is still in a state of loss. However, the growth rate of tourists is relatively high, with an average monthly rate of 3.2. Moreover, the surrounding Huaxia economy is growing rapidly, South Korea and Japan are also developed countries with large populations, and the future of Universal Studios Osaka is good.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded and continued: "Is there a construction plan for the fifth Universal Studios?"


    "Yes. Sydney and Singapore are still under investigation."


    "Cancel Sydney, and open three Universal Studios in Singapore, China Magic City and Beijing in the next five years. The project will cover an area of ??more than 30 hectares. Add Pirates of the Caribbean and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter to the existing Universal Studios. area."


    In the future, the larger the theme park, the more items that can be played, the more attractive it will be for tourists. Layout in advance can not only reduce land use costs, but also seize the market. In particular, it is necessary to complete the layout of China before Disney.


    Chris McClain, who first experienced Guo Shouyun''s boldness in industrial expansion, soon became excited and worried.


    "Boss, the investment of such a large project requires 3 billion US dollars, three is 9 billion yuan. Coupled with the construction of new projects, this is another investment."


    Although he didn''t say it explicitly, the meaning was already clear.


    "Where does the money come from?"


    "The project is mainly based on joint ventures, with the signboard of Universal Studios. I believe many companies are willing to cooperate with us. Therefore, the 9 billion US dollars can be halved. In addition, the time span of the three projects is five years. In this way, each year only needs to be Investing 1 billion will be able to complete the whole plan. As for how to solve the 1 billion, I will say at the end.��


    "In addition, we have too few shares in Universal Studios Osaka have no right to speak at all. Except for the newly built Universal Studios. We will increase our shares in Universal Studios Osaka later. If you can��t hold a controlling stake, you have to increase it to more than 40. The same is true for Universal Studios Mediterranean in Spain.��


    "Yes!"


    Chris McClain nodded quickly.


    "Warner Records!" Guo Shouyun deliberately paused and glanced at the middle-aged man with a beard on the right monitor, "Adam Ferguson is the CEO of the company, Paul Dempsey is the production director, and Michael Howard is the copyright director. , remove Paul Bradley as CEO, remove Wilt Prairie as director of production, and remove Morosent from director of economics!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was aware of the internal disputes at Warner Records, directly fired all the management that originally belonged to AOL''s acquisition of Time Warner.


    There is a specialization in the music industry, and AOL may be more professional in the camp, but in the traditional record industry, old people like Adam Ferguson know better how to run a company.


    Under the subtle eyes of everyone, Warner Music, which has just been acquired, has become the one with the biggest personnel changes among the many subsidiaries.

 Chapter 348： Financial Solutions

    Chapter 348 Financial Solutions


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    But just when everyone thought that Paul Bradley and others would leave with bags, Guo Shouyun continued.


    ��Paul Bradley will be involved as executive director and president of streaming company hu as Matrix Group representative��.�������.suimeng.l����


    Hu is a streaming media company similar to Netflix established by Matrix and Time Warner. It mainly broadcasts movies, TV dramas and entertainment programs on the Internet. Paul Bradley and Will Tepra are the representatives of the matrix sent to hu.


    "Thank you boss!"


    Looking at Paul Bradley, who looked calm, everyone understood at this time. No wonder he was so calm when he was fired just now, it turned out that he had a new place a long time ago.


    Because he communicated in advance, Guo Shouyun was not surprised by his performance.


    "Pixar animation, I won''t say more. Your main task is to do a good job of "Finding Nemo" and strive to release it next year!"


    "clear!"


    Lawrence Levy nodded. After Jobs sold Pixar to Guo Shouyun, he became the new Pixar CEO.


    ��The following is an announcement of changes to the management of Matrix Group. The Matrix Group Board of Directors is formed, with me as Chairman of the Board, Buddy Morris as Chief Executive Officer and Director of the Company, Tyler Adams as Chief Financial Officer and Director, Tim. Wang serves as the company''s human resources officer and director, and Gabe Newell, Ike Palmut, Chris McLean, Ron Mayer, and Lawrence Levy serve as the company''s directors and executive vice presidents."


    The board of directors is the real management of the Matrix Group and has an opinion on the major decisions of the company. In addition, in order to maintain his authority and facilitate the control of the company''s strategic direction, Guo Shouyun, as the chairman of the company''s board of directors, has three voting rights.


    After announcing the personnel affairs, Guo Shouyun continued, "The following is the company''s finances. After acquiring seven companies including Vivendi Games, Warner Music, and Universal Pictures, Matrix''s book assets reached 41.2 billion US dollars, of which liabilities accounted for 39.5 billion US dollars. , about 96. This ratio is extremely low!"


    When using eBay, Merrill Lynch, and Yahoo''s shares to mortgage the acquisition of Vivendi and Warner assets, all debts remained with the Phoenix Trust. These mergers and acquisitions were replaced by the shares of the matrix. So, the acquisitions of Warner Music and Universal didn''t add to Matrix''s debt. However, it has increased the debt of the Phoenix Trust.


    124.5 billion to acquire shares of Vivendi Games, Universal Pictures 80, Universal Studios and canal+ TV network.


    $4.2 billion to buy Warner Music, cw network and tnt network.


    If you include previous liabilities, Phoenix''s total liabilities have now climbed to $2,477.2 billion. It accounts for 413 of the total assets of Phoenix Company!


    Of course, Guo Shouyun likes to hear about it despite the large amount of debt. He wants to increase enough short-term debt to reduce Phoenix''s tax rate before the lucrative harvest of the third capital operation.


    ����So, to balance the finances, I��m going to issue a $5 billion ten-year asset-backed bond in the company��s name. This portion of the funds raised will be used to support various subsidiaries, especially Universal Studios and Matrix Cinemas. develop!"


    Kelly Dorothy and Chris McLean''s eyes lit up.


    "Boss, how will the money be allocated? What proportion does each company account for?" Tyler Adams asked quickly.


    As the company''s CFO, he had to ask. Otherwise, when everyone finds him asking for money, the headache will be him.


    "After going back, according to the actual situation of each of your subsidiaries, write a detailed three-year development plan and financial report to the board of directors for deliberation, and then allocate funds according to the specific situation."


    After the words fell, Guo Shouyun could almost predict that these people would definitely report as much as possible, looking at the expressions of everyone, so as to win funds for himself. However, it is up to them to pass their own review. If their plan can impress him, Guo Shouyun doesn''t mind investing more. After all, $5 billion is just money from the capital market. The profit of each department has not been taken into account.


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say, what else do you have to say, can you bring it up now?"


    "Boss! According to your request, Matrix Pictures will be the main body of the company''s production of small and medium-cost films. Then according to the original shooting plans of Matrix Pictures and Universal Pictures, the number of films produced next year has reached 22. Matrix Pictures Production There are not so many professionals in the department. So is it possible to divide some of the relevant personnel of Universal Pictures into the matrix? After all, they will have four movies next year, and even if they are all blockbusters, they will not need so many people." The new CEO of Matrix Pictures Kevin Yang was the first to speak.


    "Okay. You can discuss this with Buddy and Lang. The three of you must work together to allocate personnel between the two companies."


    "Yes, boss!"


    Compared to Buddy Morris'' calm, Ron Mayer''s expression was a little bitter. After separating out the TV production and distribution departments, the film production department will now be divided up by Matrix Films. Apart from history and a huge copyright library, there is not much left in the huge Universal.


    But he was unwilling to refute Guo Shouyun''s decision. This tough-minded oss, in his understanding, was a one-of-a-kind master.


    "By the way, in the future, the company''s films, distribution, especially international distribution, will be handed over to Universal Pictures!"


    Hearing this sentence, Ron Mayer''s face finally looked a lot better.


    Kevin Yang didn''t say much. He also knows that compared to the distribution channels that Universal has accumulated over a century, Matrix Films is still too immature.


    "Boss, the fantasy studio is newly built, can I transfer a group of people from Blizzard? With the skeleton, the studio can be improved faster."


    Mike Morhaime, who was in charge of reorganizing Xue Leshan next to him, also nodded in agreement. The development department of Snow Mountain has long been disbanded by Vivendi. He needs rebuilding just like Aaron Adhan.


    "Can!"


    The moment Guo Shouyun nodded, Frank Pierce turned into a bitter face again. However, the three have been friends for many years, and if Guo Shouyun agreed, he could not refuse.


    "Boss, Blizzard needs to recruit people to fill the vacancy!"


    "no problem!"


    Guo Shouyun is interested in Vivendi Games. In the future, the pillar projects of the Matrix Group will naturally not be stingy with investment.


    "Gary, now that you are the CEO of Matrix Games, you need to be equal to the six studios. Whether it is Valve Studio, Blizzard or Westward Journey, there is no difference, do you understand?"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s calm eyes, Gary Newell felt the pressure. The majesty of this **oss is getting stronger and stronger.


    "Understood, please rest assured boss, I will be fair!"


    "Don''t let me down!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "Also, separate the publishing departments of each studio and integrate them into the direct jurisdiction of the Matrix Game Headquarters. In the future, no matter which studio''s games are published, the headquarters will be responsible for publishing."


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun continued, "Who still has questions?"


    "Boss, what about projects with various companies? Like "Spider-Man" with Sony, five film contracts with Paramount?" Buddy Morris asked.


    "We naturally have to perform the contract we signed. However, depending on the investment project, it will be assigned to different companies. The blockbuster is for Universal, the small and medium investment is for Matrix, and the game cooperation belongs to Matrix Games."


    "...Anything else?"


    "Which company does $5 billion in asset-backed securities go with?"


    "Both Merrill Lynch and Goldman Sachs can, but mainly Merrill Lynch, if Merrill Lynch''s conditions are too high, you can go to Goldman Sachs."


    Phoenix Trust''s stake in Merrill Lynch 278, although it is only a financial investment, is barely closer than Goldman Sachs. But in business, if Merrill''s conditions are too high, he doesn''t mind changing a collaborator.


    "Boss, now that we have hu company, is the cooperation with Netflix terminated?" Buddy Morris continued.


    "The network is terminated, and the videotape and disc rental can continue to cooperate. In addition, a new operation department has been set up under the headquarters, which is mainly responsible for the design and development of product peripherals. Production and processing are outsourced; for sales, offline and online are combined. Go ahead. Online is based on the company��s website, movie promotion pages, blogs of main characters in movies and TV series, and hu website pages; offline is still the same, with Hasbro and Mattel retailers.��


    For film companies, product peripherals are a profit point that cannot be ignored. In the past, the strength of the matrix was limited, and it has always been outsourcing. Now that the company is stronger, and the acquired Universal Pictures also has this part of the business, Guo Shouyun intends to take the opportunity to make product peripherals.


    "By the way, has the copyright of Twentieth Century Fox been negotiated?"


    "No. The other party emphasizes that the X-Men and Fantastic Four are not for sale! Unless...!"


    "Unless what?"


    "Unless we''re willing to trade the rights to Harry Potter and Pirates of the Caribbean," Buddy Morris said.


    "Hmph. It''s a good idea. ... Forget it, since they don''t want to talk about it, let''s stop there." Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    Anyway, after winning Universal, he has already gathered all the main characters of the Marvel Universe. There is no need to agree to the harsh conditions of 20th Century Fox, do you really think that you are begging him?


    "Yes!"


    "Gabe, where is the development of Call of Duty 2 going?"


    "The map is still being designed, and if it goes public, I''m afraid it won''t be until the end of 2003!"


    "What about the way to survive?"


    "Currently on sale ~ www.novelhall.com~ has sold 2.3 million units. In addition, sales of Half-Life 3 and Counter-Strike 2 are also going on. Together with the first Call of Duty, we sold throughout 2002. 6.07 million game discs, a total revenue of 4.2 billion and a net profit of 1.3 billion."


    "Villefort is getting better and better."


    "Thanks to the boss''s planning, especially "Legend of Survival" and "Call of Duty"!"


    Guo Shouyun''s face did not show the joy of being complimented. After thinking for a while with a calm expression, "I originally wanted to wait, but seeing that you are doing well, I will give it to you in advance."


    Looking at Gabe Newell''s expectant eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly.


    "Recently, I just wrote a game plan for "Legend of Dota", and I will ask Rebecca to send you a fax in a while. If you have any questions after reading it, please consult me. If there is no problem, I will work at Villefort A new working group has been established below the room to be responsible for the development of Dota Legends!"


    "Yes! Thank you boss."


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 Chapter 349： Vivendis press conference

    Chapter 349 Vivendi''s Press Conference


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    Compared with Gabe Newell''s joy, Mike Morhaime, Frank Pierce, etc. are much calmer. ?��맻.suimEnG.1a Although Left 4 Dead and Call of Duty are really good, they are confident that their games are the best.


    "Also, now we have six studios, including first-person shooters, online games, and role-playing games, but we lack casual games. Therefore, in addition to the development of new games, Matrix has to make up for this shortcoming." After a pause Then, "Gabe, as the CEO of Matrix Games, this task is handed over to you."


    "Build or acquire?" Gabe Newell asked after nodding.


    "Acquisition, a mature team can save a lot of unnecessary work. In addition, the scope does not have to be limited to the United States. China, Japan, South Korea, Europe, as long as the target is suitable!"


    "clear!"


    "Adam, someone suggested two good female singers to me, and you sent someone to sign them."


    "Okay, boss!"


    Looking at the inquiring eyes of the other party, Guo Shouyun thought for a while, "I only know their names, they are Adele Adkins and Taylor Swift, the former one is in the UK and the latter one is in the US. More specific Go check it out, the person who recommended it only told me so much!"


    In fact, that''s all he knew. Even though I chased stars in my last life, I wasn''t a brainless fan, I just loved listening to the songs of these two people. Knowing the name is already a deep memory for him. As for male singers, sorry, who listens to pure man? Are we only interested in beautiful female singers?


    Adam Ferguson frowned slightly and nodded. Forget the British one, the United States is so big, where can he find it? The police station? But he couldn''t refuse the task that **oss personally ordered. After all, it''s too bad to leave an impression of not being able to get in touch with everyone.


    Later, Guo Shouyun communicated with the CEOs of various subsidiaries about the development details and answered their respective doubts before ending the video conference.


    By this time, it was almost dark outside. A meeting that lasted more than six hours.


    After dinner, I sorted out the minutes of the meeting, recorded the key points, and then called my home far away in San Francisco as usual, before Guo Shouyun took a shower and went to bed.


    He got up early the next day and was dressed in formal clothes. Because today is going to attend the press conference of Matrix and Vivendi. Originally he didn''t want to go, but Jean-Rene Fortou repeatedly invited him to retreat. Moreover, he also understands that Forto''s purpose is nothing more than to use his influence to increase capital''s confidence in Vivendi.


    For Guo Shouyun, who has already let Phoenix start to acquire shares in Vivendi, the purpose of the two is not conflicting, but should promote each other. After all, this is good for both Phoenix and Guo Shouyun.


    "How about it, is it okay for me to wear this?"


    Rebecca nodded and said with a smile, "Boss, if I were twenty years younger, I would definitely choose to be your lover!"


    "Haha, thank you. However, when you were 20, I wasn''t weaned yet!" After making a joke, Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Let''s go, the press conference starts at half past nine, so don''t be late. "


    Rebecca nodded and followed him out of the room.


    From Guo Shouyun''s villa in Paris to the Vivendi headquarters where the press conference is held, the journey takes about 45 minutes. But today he was also unlucky. He encountered a traffic jam on the road, and it took half an hour longer to reach his destination. Fortunately it''s not too late.


    "Mr. Guo, you are a little late today!"


    After Guo Shouyun entered the door, Jean Rene Fortou hurriedly greeted him.


    "There was a traffic jam on the road, so I came a little late. Sorry!"


    "It''s okay, hurry up and prepare, we will be on the field in ten minutes!"


    "For such an important matter, I have already prepared it in advance." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Haha, then I''m relieved!"


    "Boss, Mr. Guo, it''s your turn to play!"


    The public relations manager of Vivendi in a black suit hurried over and said respectfully.


    "Mr. Guo, please!"


    "Please!"


    The two were simply polite, and under the leadership of the public relations manager, they walked calmly into the press conference of Vivendi.


    "Kaka...!"


    Along with the snowflake-like flash, the sound of shutter rotation resounded in Guo Shouyun''s ears like a never-ending tide.


    A simple look at it, the people below are all people. It seems that there are hundreds of media at the scene today.


    "Everyone, today is a press conference on the successful cooperation between our Vivendi Group and the Matrix Group. You have also seen that, now sitting in the middle of the rostrum is our CEO of Vivendi Group, Mr. Jean Rene Fortou, And Mr. Bruce Guo, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Matrix Group. Therefore, if you have any questions today, you can ask the top management of the two groups on the spot. "


    "In addition, due to limited time, in order to try not to let every media present come home empty-handed, each media has only one opportunity to ask questions. Please consider your questions carefully, and please consciously abide by the order of the scene. If anyone Sabotage, we''ll have security take him out. Okay, now I''m announcing the press conference...!"


    Before the public relations manager of Vivendi could say ''please'', he was already familiar with their routines, or the media reporters who couldn''t wait raised their arms high.


    "Okay. Ask the lady in the blue striped shirt!"


    The female reporter who was called in, wearing a blue striped shirt and jeans, said excitedly, "Mr. Vertu, can Vivendi''s self-help this time help you get through this difficult time?"


    "First of all, I want to correct that our cooperation with the Matrix is ??not self-help as rumored by the outside world. It is the integration of the advantageous resources of both parties. Everyone knows that the Matrix Group owns the film and television copyrights of many popular novels. "Pirates of the Caribbean", " "Harry Potter" and "National Security" have created new box office records for the same type of film. The whole Hollywood believes that the future development of the Matrix Group is exciting. As a company in the same industry, Universal Pictures has the world''s top production capacity and distribution channels. Only by cooperation between the two parties can we give full play to our respective strengths and create higher value. This is the original intention of our cooperation, not simply to make up for losses.  �� Next!��


    The unwilling female reporter sat down.


    "Mr. Guo, what do you think of Vivendi Group''s loss of 23.3 billion euros?"


    "23.3 billion euros is indeed an astonishing figure. There are certain problems with Vivendi''s operation. But I believe that the reason for such a large loss is also related to the general environment. For example, the global, especially European 3G telecom business The ebb of the Internet, the recession of the Internet industry caused by the Nasdaq crisis, etc. By comparison, you will find that any telecom and Internet-related company in the world has lost money in the past three years. Vivendi is just one of them. "


    "In addition, although it is a loss. But Vivendi is not a pure telecommunications and Internet company. The two types of business do not account for a large proportion of all its assets. On the contrary, Vivendi Environment, Universal Music, etc. are more capable of creating value. Assets account for a higher proportion of Vivendi''s balance sheet. Therefore, I believe Vivendi''s difficulties are temporary. As the general environment changes and the return on advantageous assets increases, Vivendi will gradually recover from losses I have recovered. Moreover, through this period of contact, I have found that Mr. Forto is a wise and upright business manager. I believe that under his leadership, Vivendi will become great again.��


    Guo Shouyun''s ''compliment'' was smooth and natural, which made Fortu involuntarily applaud him.


    "Mr. Guo, since you are so optimistic about Vidiwang, why not buy it directly?"


    "I had thought about an acquisition, but the Vivendi board, led by Mr. Forto, rejected my proposal!"


    "Since Mr. Fortu and Mr. Guo said that Matrix and Vivendi are cooperating, please tell us in detail what aspects of cooperation between the two parties?"


    After Guo Shouyun and Fortu looked at each other, Guo Shouyun made a ''you come'' gesture. Fortu nodded and did not refuse.


    "Our cooperation with Matrix is ??mainly in film and television. In the future, Matrix and Universal''s major production films will be dominated by Universal. Matrix and Vivendi each hold shares in Universal and share profits together!"


    "Excuse me, what is the specific share of Matrix and Vivendi in Universal?"


    "Sorry, each media can only ask one question. Also, the shareholding ratio is a business secret of the company, and I can''t answer it. ... Next one."


    "Mr. Guo, this time you came to France, in addition to participating in the negotiation of Vivendi, do you have another purpose code?"


    "Of course there is. I have always longed for Paris, the romantic capital. Apart from negotiating this time, I hope I can get to know this beautiful city well." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Then do you want to have a good love with a beautiful French girl?" the other party teased.


    "I prefer Sophie Marceau, but unfortunately she is already married!" Guo Shouyun shrugged and smiled.


    "Maybe Sophie likes young and handsome super rich...!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled did not answer. He''s not stupid, of course he can''t take it if he''s obviously wearing a condom. Otherwise, I don''t know how to write in the newspaper tomorrow.


    Fortunately, the quick-witted Vivendi public relations manager called up the next questioner in time, which relieved Guo Shouyun.


    However, the subsequent media bombardment did not make Guo Shouyun feel relaxed at all. Fortunately, even the hardest things will come to an end. An hour later, the press conference was over.


    After a brief chat with Fortu, Guo Shouyun returned to his residence after rejecting the other party''s lunch invitation.


    "Let the crew prepare, we will fly to India tomorrow!"


    "India? I thought you would invite Sophie Marceau to dinner?" Rebecca teased.


    "If she was ten years younger, maybe I would still be interested!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, turned around and walked into the study, "I''ll take a rest, call me when lunch is ready."


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 Chapter 350： trip to india

    Chapter 350 A Trip to India


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    "Boss, this is the newspaper this morning!"


    "Is there any new news?" Guo Shouyun put down his knife and fork and wiped his mouth. �������.suimeng.l��


    "The headlines of 60 are the content of yesterday''s press conference!"


    After taking it over and flipping through it briefly, the front page of Le Figaro made his eyes stop for a while.


    As the newspaper with the largest circulation in France, today her front page is slightly different from other French newspapers.


    "The Big Six in Hollywood, the rising Matrix Universal, and the declining MGM."


    The article compares MGM, which has invested heavily in the filming of "Wind Whisperer", with a huge loss, with the thriving Matrix Group that has annexed the world. And then made a name for the entire Hollywood studio. Time Warner is still the undisputed number one, even if she''s in a tough spot right now. Second, 20th Century Fox, which is still huge under the blessing of News Corporation. The third is the new Matrix Global. After Matrix Universal is the future giant Disney.


    Although Disney is huge now, but without Pixar and Marvel, her current business is still limited to animated feature films and theme parks, and adult films are still a dwarf.


    Sony Columbia after Disney, and Paramount.


    MGM, losing money or even going bankrupt, is no longer called a giant.


    "Are you interested in MGM?"


    After noticing that Guo Shouyun stared at the newspaper for a long time without moving, Rebecca Mark asked curiously.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Later generations, whether it is the Chinese film and television industry or Hollywood, have fully proved a truth. The copyright holder wins the world.


    The more high-quality film and television copyrights in hand, the greater the development potential. The best example is Disney and a certain fat penguin.


    The former acquired Marvel and the latter acquired the starting point, which made the two, who were not too outstanding in the film and television industry, almost become overlords.


    Therefore, MGM''s rich film library, as well as a series of classic film and television copyrights such as "Tom and Jerry", "007", "The Wizard of Oz", "Gone with the Wind", etc. have long been put on his ''menu'' by Guo Shouyun. It''s just because the matrix was weak at the beginning, and MGM has not yet reached the limit, so all along, Guo Shouyun just didn''t do it.


    According to his original plan, it was to let MGM replace Universal''s role in the matrix. But the plans can''t change as fast, and the matrix now has a globe. MGM''s appeal in his eyes has dropped a lot. However, there is an opportunity, and Jean still does not intend to let it go.


    "Put MGM on your work schedule, and I will know about any major news about her in the future." Guo Shouyun ordered after taking the test.


    After the loss of Legally Blonde, MGM''s difficulties may come earlier than he remembers. Therefore, he can no longer wait until 2005. Of course, not now. The matrix that acquired Universal and Warner Music has doubled in size and has not yet completed the integration. So, he still wants to wait.


    "clear!"


    After simply flipping through the newspaper at the back and seeing nothing interesting, Guo Shouyun got up and walked towards the bedroom.


    "I''m going to get dressed and go to the airport!"


    After the acquisition negotiations with Vivendi ended, the French affairs basically came to an end here. According to the plan, it is also time to go to India.


    India, whether in this life or in the past, Guo Shouyun''s impression of this country is a dirty, chaotic, religious, caste system and political arena. Although he also knows that there must be bias in the media''s propaganda. But in his last life he never thought about it.


    Now, for the first time flying to this country with countless legends, Guo Shouyun is still a little curious. Of course, he was also prepared to be ''hot eyes''.


    A direct flight from Paris to Mumbai takes more than nine hours. Guo Shouyun''s private jet, the Kunpeng, has been modified to be faster. But even so, it takes eight hours to get from Paris to Mumbai. Naturally, Guo Shouyun would not do nothing for such a long time.


    "This is the status quo in India?"


    "This is just the status quo that I learned after staying in India for five years. It may be biased, or it may be more exaggerated. But this information can be regarded as a window for the boss to know India." Rebecca Mark replied.


    Looking at the information in his hand, Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly.


    "India is really a polarized and...very weird society!"


    He couldn''t think of a better adjective than ''weird''. All along, although India''s so-called democratic system has been criticized, it is a modern country. India should have the main characteristics of a modern state, such as legal unity, linguistic convergence, recognition of the concept of the state, etc.


    But after seeing Rebecca''s information, he realized that his understanding of India in his past and present life was really wrong and outrageous.


    Although India is a country in name, it is different from the federal system of the United States and the democratic countries of the United Kingdom and France. In other words, India is not a country in the modern sense, but a union of countries. More vividly, India is like the Spring and Autumn Period and Warring States Period in China.


    First of all, every state in India today, equivalent to a province in China and a state in the United States, can be regarded as a vassal state in the Spring and Autumn Period, and the central government of India is equivalent to the royal family of the Zhou Dynasty at that time. Each state has very great privileges in legislation and judiciary, especially in taxation. From one state of India, across to another state to deliver goods, that is to pay transit tax! This is equivalent to paying taxes from Beijing to Tianjin. Taxes are also payable from California to Washington state. There can be no such bizarre taxation model in any modern country.


    Second, Indian books are different in different languages, with different pronunciations, and different weights and measures.


    The official language of India is Hindi, but nearly half of the country does not speak it! Moreover, each state in India has its own official language. This is not a dialect like Cantonese and Wu dialect, but a completely different language from writing to grammar!


    Imagine if the capital of Huaxia speaks Chinese, He-Nan speaks English, and Shan-Dong speaks French, you can understand the language situation in India.


    In this case, education has become a big problem. Even if you learn Hindi, you are still illiterate in Tamil-speaking states.


    Language disunity leads to cultural disunity, and cultural disunity makes it impossible to have national unity. There could be no India in the modern sense if it weren''t for the legacy left by Britain.


    Finally there is caste and religion, and the resulting peculiar Indian culture.


    The entire population of India is religious, of which more than 70% believe in Hinduism. Unlike Huaxia''s belief in gods, it is superficial. Indians have really carved their belief in gods into their bones. For example, killing, Hinduism opposes killing and advocates animism. So, not to say 100% in India, but more than 80% of the people are vegetarian.


    This has caused industries related to killing, such as butchers and skinners, to gradually become humble and untouchable in Indian society. After a long period of cultural fermentation and political repression, it has become a system.


    This is the origin of the caste system.


    Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Sudras and Kennels are the four well-known Indian classes. But in fact there are thousands of small classes in these four classes.


    Due to the inheritance of the caste system, there is no intermarriage across classes, showing genetic segregation, surname segregation, and occupational incompatibility.


    Since many occupations have always belonged to different castes, they avoided contact or had sharp contradictions. Those within the caste will always be in similar occupations while those outside the caste will never be involved in the industry. This has led to the fact that many occupations in India are now linked to castes. For example, engineers are all from one surname, teachers are from another caste, and propaganda is from a certain caste. The ancestors of doctors are from another caste. Still untouchable.


    This stratification poses a lot of challenges to the management of Indian companies. For example, the two types of people who are engaged in finance and IT are from two different caste systems and insist on not contacting each other. How can I get them to develop a financial system together? What about management software? !


    The caste system deeply divides Indian society. Violent conflicts occur between castes of the same rank, or because of opinions of interests or superiority. This is very common in rural India. Just like the Zhang family and the Wang family fighting each other, it is reflected in many Indian film themes, forming a unique gang culture in India that relies on the caste system.


    The caste system is contagious. Even if it does not belong to Hindu believers, under the influence of the social culture of the Hindu station theme, it is inevitable to inherit the caste culture.


    Caste culture, religious estrangement, plus regional discrimination in every country, and more money worship in modern society, the complexity of Indian society is far beyond the imagination of outsiders.


    "In fact, you won''t find out until the boss actually gets there that you''ve encountered hundreds of times more weirdness than you think now!" Rebecca said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "This trip to India will be arranged by you!"


    Compared with her own black eyes, Rebecca has more than five years of understanding of India and more experience.


    "Yes. But I hope the boss can give up your insistence and change the place of stay to the ''Taj Mahal Hotel''!"


    "Taj Mahal? Is it a famous five-star hotel in Mumbai?"


    "Yes!"


    "Rebecca You know the rules of Anping Company...!"


    "Boss, of course the rules should be followed, but they should also be differentiated according to the situation." Rebecca interrupted without hesitation, "India''s security situation is very poor, especially Mumbai, where the frequency of terrorist attacks is the highest in the whole of India. In addition, ordinary There are problems with water and food in star-rated hotels. Unless you want to be in hospital on your first day in India, it''s better to stay at the Taj Mahal."


    Seeing her serious expression, Guo Shouyun, who had said something beforehand, had no choice but to nod.


    "Any more?"


    "Yes. During my stay in India, whether I''m washing my face, brushing my teeth or drinking, I only drink bottled water bought in a large supermarket, and never use tap water."


    "Nor in the hotel?"


    "no!"


    "Isn''t the Taj Mahal five-star hotel?"


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 Chapter 351： Taj Mahal Hotel

    Chapter 351 Taj Mahal Hotel


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    "Her architecture and decoration are five-star, but the drinking water still comes from the outside world, which is not much better than other star-rated hotels. ���맻��.suimEnG.1a Although it can reach the drinking level, don''t report too much about the tap water in India. Hope. Because if you are not careful, it is very likely to have food poisoning. Especially when the medical conditions here are very different from those in the United States and Europe, you should be more careful."


    "Why do I feel that you are talking about India like hell, so exaggerated?"


    "India is certainly not hell, but it is not friendly to outsiders. Any prudent means will help us survive better in this country." Rebecca calmly said.


    "Okay, okay, I''ll listen to you!"


    "Any more?"


    "Also! Bring all your bodyguards wherever you go while in India. Also, don''t go to any slums including Dharavi, don''t go!"


    "Because of safety?"


    "Yes. Your safety is the future of the entire group. As your assistant, I am responsible to you."


    "Understood." Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Also while in India...!"


    In the following time, Rebecca Mark told Guo Shouyun more than 20 rules without pause. Some are normal, some are very weird. But in any case, he is not ready to violate, who makes him inexperienced for the first time.


    The Kunpeng landed at Mumbai Airport around 9 pm.


    From the moment he stepped out of the plane, Guo Shouyun began to examine the country with his own eyes. The first is the airport, Mumbai Shivaji International Airport, which is obviously very old because it has been built for more than 20 years. Terminal 3, which was blown up by Indians on the Internet in later generations, has no shadow yet.


    Because the staff of Anping Company in India were not specifically notified, no one came to pick them up. After driving out the car in the cabin, the group drove towards the Taj Mahal Hotel that had already been booked.


    Because it was dark, and India in 2002 was not as good as it was in ten years, the lights around it seemed dim. Except for the occasional tuk-tuk passing by, the road is not congested. But when he was close to the city, the real Mumbai appeared in front of him.


    "Rebecca, what are those?"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the side of the road, and asked the small tents made of scrap iron, linoleum, and plastic sheets.


    "beggar!"


    "Is it all?"


    Although he had already guessed when he saw it, Guo Shouyun was still shocked when he heard Rebecca''s confirmation. Because there are too many of them. It continues to extend along both sides of the road, as if everywhere. He has never seen so many beggars in China and the United States.


    "It''s all!"


    Rebecca''s tone was a little heavy, "Many people in the world think that Africa is the poorest place. In fact, Mumbai is far more difficult than Africa. Because here you can clearly see the status quo of polarization. The net worth is billions. The rich and their luxurious buildings live next to more than 2,000 slum dwellings in Mumbai. The contrast between rich and poor is more extreme than anywhere in the world.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement. Although Africa is poor, everyone is poor, and it will not bring much shock to people''s hearts. But Mumbai is different. Here is the real "Jummen wine and meat stinky road and frozen bones". Under this strong contrast, the visual and psychological impact is the real shock to the soul.


    "Be careful!"


    Just when Guo Shouyun was thinking, Rebecca suddenly said. Soon there was a loud brake sound. Fortunately, he was wearing a seat belt, otherwise his body would have to be thrown out.


    "What''s going on?" Guo Shouyun asked, suppressing his anger.


    "Boss, there are cows ahead!"


    "Bull herd!" Guo Shouyun looked up, sure enough. More than a dozen cows crossed the road with dignity. Under the illumination of the headlights, not only did they not panic, but a few of them ate the grass next to them.


    It has always been heard that cows are revered ''sacred beasts'' in India. Now that seems to be the case.


    "Does this happen a lot?"


    Rebecca nodded, "Hinduism opposes killing and believes in animism. Therefore, in India you can see many scenes where humans and animals coexist. Excluding the poverty and **, all countries in the world have no Indians and animals. A picture of animals living in harmony."


    "Matthew, don''t drive too fast in India in the future!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "clear!"


    "Actually, you can''t go as fast as you want here, especially during the day!" Rebecca said.


    "why?"


    "Because the people here lack the awareness of obeying traffic rules. Private cars, taxis, tuk-tuks, etc. are in trouble, and the sidewalks and overtaking vehicles never turn on their turn signals. Except for the horn, nothing is useful here."


    Guo Shouyun was stunned, "Is there such a place?"


    Rebecca smiled, "Boss, India is a country full of contradictions. There are so many surprising things here. I believe that after your trip to India, your worldview will definitely change a lot."


    "Okay! Now I''m looking forward to it!"


    After a few simple chats, the herd finally left and the car restarted. They are getting closer and closer to the center of Mumbai. There are also fewer beggars on the road. The surrounding buildings have also undergone certain changes. The slum kilns surrounded by iron sheets and plastic sheets gradually disappeared. There are many scattered, but extremely old bungalows.


    After the bungalows are ordinary buildings, similar to the multi-storey buildings in China. But it looks more like a tube building in the 1970s and 1980s. The skin of many exterior walls has fallen off, and even the steel bars are exposed, but there are still people living there.


    However, after seeing this scene, Guo Shouyun was no longer surprised. After all, although these buildings are old, they are at least a hundred times better than the adobe and iron houses of the poor kilns.


    After looking at the dilapidated residential buildings for ten minutes, suddenly a twenty-story building that looked like a commercial building in the 1990s in China appeared in his sight without the slightest sense of design. And the closer you are to the city center, the more this happens.


    Perhaps seeing his doubts, Rebecca explained: "India''s urban planning is very casual, so there is no special division of commercial and residential areas. Commercial buildings live next to residential areas, high-end residential areas and poor kilns. Walls facing each other are common here. Of course, there are some differences in South Mumbai.��


    "why?"


    "There is the rich area of ??Mumbai, the classical buildings left by the British colony, foreigners who come to India to invest, and embassies of various countries are basically concentrated there."


    "Is the Taj Mahal hotel we''re going to also there?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Looking at the more and more neon lights around and the relatively much better buildings, Guo Shouyun knew that he was about to reach his destination.


    Sure enough, it didn''t take long, a square hotel with an obvious halal style and three colors of red, white and gray appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    After answering, Guo Shouyun pushed open the car door and walked out.


    As a prestigious five-star hotel in Mumbai, the internal facilities naturally reach the five-star standard. It is no different from similar hotels that Guo Shouyun has stayed in in Europe and the United States. The concierge was also polite and attentive, and their accommodation was quickly arranged.


    "It''s very late, you should go back and rest early!"


    "Boss, let me sleep on the sofa outside. India is not very safe!" Matthew said.


    Guo Shouyun wanted to refuse, but after thinking about it, he agreed. Having experienced one death, he knows that nothing is as important as his own life.


    After arranging everything and contacting his family in the United States by satellite phone, Guo Shouyun, who had already had dinner on the plane, soon fell asleep.


    The next day he got up according to his usual biological clock, washed briefly, and went to the hotel gym for half an hour. Then greeted Rebecca and Matthew and they had breakfast together.


    As a five-star hotel, the sanitary conditions of the Taj Mahal Hotel are OK. The only thing that makes Guo Shouyun dissatisfied is the lack of his favorite beef. Plus, he doesn''t like curry.


    After breakfast, he changed his clothes and went downstairs, preparing to go to Anping''s Indian headquarters in Mumbai.


    "Strange, why doesn''t the main entrance of this hotel face the sea like other hotels, and there is the iconic ''Gate of India'', isn''t it more appropriate?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "It is said that during the British colonial period, UU Reading Jamshetji Tata and British friends went to the hotel near the current Taj Mahal Hotel to drink tea, but because they were Indians, they were kicked out At that time, Tata was already a very successful entrepreneur and was fully qualified to be respected by people. After that incident, he secretly made up his mind to build the most luxurious hotel in India. This hotel is now the Taj The Maha Hotel. The reason why the hotel door faces the city is to express that the British colonists from the sea are not welcome.��


    "I see. It seems that there are still a lot of elites among Indians."


    "Of course there will be elites among a billion people. For example: the famous Indian Institute of Technology and Indian Institute of Management. The two best universities in India have cultivated the most elite talents in India. It is a pity that these top talents are even connected with the Indian population. Compared with the huge illiterate population, it is like a drop of water in the sea, unable to change India��s plight at all. In the end, it was just a wedding dress for developed countries such as the United States and Europe.��


    This is not difficult to understand. In the 1990s, after witnessing the prosperity of foreign countries, most of the people who studied abroad chose to stay in the local area. Even if you have a degree of 211 and 985, you are willing to brush dishes in the United States. This is also the most realistic portrayal of the country''s poverty, and even if talents are cultivated, they cannot be retained. Fortunately, before he crossed over, all this had changed. Huaxia has become a spotlight that attracts talents from all over the world.

 Chapter 352： Tata family

    Chapter 352 Tata Family


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    "The Tata family, I really look forward to meeting Ratan Tata!" Guo Shouyun thought thoughtfully. {��ww{suim��ng][l��}


    Strictly speaking, his attitude towards wealth and family inheritance is similar to that of the Tata family. As the largest consortium in India, the Tata family controls 66% of the voting rights of the Tata Group through more than a dozen "sincere funds", that is, charitable funds, which avoids the division of family wealth and ensures the inheritance of the family.


    In the past 100 years, although they have never been on the Forbes rich list like the successors of the Indian giants such as the Ambani family, the Bola family, the Birla family, and the Mittal family, they have won the envy of everyone, but they have made Tata Group. It has always been sitting in the position of India''s largest consortium.


    Such means and effects are exactly what Guo Shouyun wants and intends to follow.


    "Do I need to make an invitation to Ratan Tata now?" Rebecca asked.


    "Not for now. I''ll talk about it when I have a better understanding of Indian society!"


    Any negotiation, the most taboo is information asymmetry. If you negotiate and cooperate deeply without a deep understanding of India''s electricity market and operating mechanisms, you will definitely suffer.


    After a few simple chats, Guo Shouyun''s eyes turned to the outside again. Compared with the dark night of yesterday, now the sky is bright, and the city of Mumbai can be seen more clearly.


    Sure enough, as Rebecca said, the traffic here is not orderly at all. All kinds of vehicles are mixed together, except for the horn, the mirror does not play any role at all. Of course, the speed is no different from the turtle crawling.


    In such a state, the distance between the Taj Mahal Hotel and the Anping India headquarters was no more than 6 kilometers, and it took more than an hour to walk.


    "Is all traffic like this in India?"


    Rebecca nodded, "This is a super city with a population of 20 million, including nearly 7 million poor people. In the absence of good traffic order, congestion is the norm here."


    "Maybe I should take a helicopter when I go out in the future!" Guo Shouyun complained.


    "This is the preferred mode of transportation for most of India''s richest people, and it''s one of the reasons why they choose to build high-rise residential buildings instead of the manor-style villas that are common in the United States."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looking at the tall buildings that were clearly different from commercial buildings and had unique shapes outside the window. After a while, "I still prefer manor villas to this steel jungle. By the way, is there such a place in Mumbai?"


    "Yes! There are many similar villas in the wealthy area of ??southern Mumbai. The boss wants?"


    "Help me keep an eye on it! The staff at the hotel is too complicated, and I don''t want to be stuck on the road for an hour every time I go out!"


    "clear!"


    "Boss, we''re here!" Matthew said.


    "Well, let''s get off!"


    I simply looked at the business building in front of me, the ordinary business building on the 22nd and 3rd floors, with square, white exterior walls, plus windows with no sense of design, floor-to-ceiling windows or anything else does not exist. Seeing it, Guo Shouyun thought of those old buildings in China in the 1980s. No modern design. So, after just looking at it, I walked inside under the leadership of Rebecca.


    "The company bought a floor here, about 1500 square meters. The staff is divided into two parts, the headquarters has 257 people, and the Dabor power plant has 1288 people! It is investing in the new Dabor steel plant and rolling mill, because we only hold There are shares, and they are not involved in management, so the personnel are not counted." Rebecca said as she walked.


    "Has it always been like this?"


    "When An Ran was still there, the place was almost empty. It wasn''t until we bought it that it returned to its current level."


    While the two were talking, the elevator door opened. Guo Shouyun nodded slightly when he looked at the Enron Pacific company logo facing the door, and the well-dressed and smiling front desk. It can be seen that Rebecca has worked **** the Dabor project.


    "Is Shahrukh here?"


    Looking at the serious and capable Rebecca, the two young Indian girls looked nervous. They obviously knew Rebecca.


    "Yes, I will contact you immediately!"


    "No need. You do your own work, and I will find him myself."


    Rebecca waved her hand, and her tone showed a domineering arrogance that could not be rejected.


    Guo Shouyun, who was standing beside him, watched her performance with an interesting look on his face. To be honest, although it is not the first time to see Rebecca''s shrewd and capable work style when dealing with subordinates, it still brings him a different kind of freshness every time. Because usually, it is really difficult to see women have such a strong style.


    "Boss, this way!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Rebecca, it seems that people here are a little afraid of you!"


    "I was also forced. Indians are very emotional and can make good advertising ideas and publicity strategies. But they seriously lack respect for time and efficiency. But time and efficiency are often the foundation of a business''s success. So, for them To be able to get to work on time and get things done, I had to be tough."


    Guo Shouyun understood. Rebecca''s words reminded him of the descriptions of Indian behavior and personality that he had read on the Internet.


    From a management point of view, everything has controllable and uncontrollable aspects. For example, the market, pricing, publicity strategy, packaging, etc. are uncontrollable in China, Japan and Western countries, because no one can accurately predict the market, pricing, publicity strategy and packaging will vary with the audience, wear and tear, The market is constantly changing.


    But in contrast, factors such as production cycle, time-consuming, and employees are all controllable. These can be decided by the management of the enterprise.


    But in India, it''s all the other way around. The cycle, time-consuming, and employees have become uncontrollable. The market and publicity strategies have become controllable factors. So, when foreign companies come to India, you will find that everything is different from what you know.


    Worker absenteeism and delays in construction schedules have become commonplace.


    And under the dominance of this kind of thinking, the whole Indian society has become very strange. The most typical example is the Mumbai government. Mayor is just an honorary title with little real power at all. The real municipal power is in the hands of various committees, such as the Mumbai Electricity Commission, the Water Commission, the Education Commission and so on.


    The uncontrollability of politics has resulted in low administrative efficiency, rampant violence, and all kinds of wonderful things.


    In addition, because of ''freedom'' of speech, on political TV programs in India, you find that cricket or Bollywood star gossip is discussed throughout. Don''t think it''s unbelievable, because everything is ''uncontrollable''!


    Passing through the office area, almost all the employees here are looking at them curiously. Of course, I was curious about him, and mostly feared for Rebecca.


    "Dong dong...!"


    After passing through the office area, she knocked on the inner door.


    Soon, with the slight friction, a fair-skinned young woman wearing a black lady''s professional dress opened the door, and it seemed that she belonged to the role of an assistant.


    "Ms Mark!"


    The woman looked nervous.


    "Is Shahrukh in there?"


    "exist!"


    Rebecca nodded, took a half step back, and gave Guo Shouyun the road.


    "Boss, please!"


    Although he doesn''t care about these rhetoric, it does feel good to be respected. After nodding slightly, Guo Shouyun was not polite.


    The general manager''s office and the assistant''s office outside are separated by a layer of tempered glass. Because of the curtains and the angle, the people inside did not notice the movement outside.


    But as the tempered glass door was pushed open by Rebecca, Shahrukh Singh, the head of Anping''s Indian market, appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Ms. Mark...!"


    Just as Shahrukh Singh was about to stand up to say hello, his eyes were quickly drawn to Guo Shouyun who walked in from behind.


    Since Enron Pacific implemented the regional reform, Mumbai, India has become the headquarters of South Asia and the Middle East. As the president of the region, Shahrukh Singh is also one of the top executives of Enron Pacific. He naturally met Guo Shouyun at the company''s meeting.


    "boss!?"


    "What? Are you surprised to see me?" Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "No, why didn''t you notify me when you came to India. I can also organize a welcome at that time!"


    Shahrukh Singh is a typical Indian elite. After graduating from the Indian Institute of Management, he studied at Harvard. After receiving a doctorate, he joined Dalizhi Company. After three years of work, he joined Pacific Power and Gas Company, where he worked for eight years. Before Guo Shouyun acquired Pacific Power and Gas Company, he was the company''s senior vice president in charge of natural gas business.


    Later, with the expansion of the company, especially after the acquisition of Enron, the head office valued his Indian background and excellent work experience, and promoted him to the position of president of South Asia and the Middle East.


    "It''s okay to greet him. If you have this time, it''s better to manage the company well!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    Beckoned The three sat down on the sofa in the reception area next to them.


    "Shahrukh, you know the purpose of my coming to India, so tell me, how is the Dabor project now?" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "The first phase of the Dabor Steel Plant in cooperation with Tata Steel Group is 4 million tons, and it is still two years away from completion..."


    "Two years?" Guo Shouyun frowned. This is also too slow.


    "Boss, you know this is India. Although the construction is our own, the workers are still Indians. The three-year construction period is already very fast."


    "Okay! Does this mean that the Dabor power plant will lose another two years?"


    ��Theoretically it is. But we are negotiating with the Gujarat State Electricity Commission and there are some good developments.��


    "Oh?"


    "They agreed to buy our power for .5 rupees, but they want a 10% rebate! Also, they want us to participate in the investment in the Shahabad hydropower plant."

 Chapter 353： Dabor Project

    Chapter 353 The Dabor Project


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    "Investment in Shahabad Hydropower Station?"


    "Yes, Shahabad is a village on the upper reaches of the Krishna River in Maharashtra, and it has the conditions for hydroelectric power generation. It��s cheap, so the Maharashtra State Electricity Board wants to build a 600-megawatt power plant here.��


    "Why us?" Guo Shouyun said after some thought.


    "Maharashtra has always wanted to attract foreign investment, and the ''nationalist front coalition'', which currently holds power within the gang, also wants to win the next general election through economic development. Therefore, the Fortune 500 Anping company has become their first choice! Moreover, we also have the Dabor project, the two sides can reach an agreement on this.��


    "Dabor project? If this Shahabad is the next Dabor, won''t we be trapped again?" Guo Shouyun said sarcastically.


    "They have given guarantees. Of course, as an Indian, I know that these guarantees are not very binding. But boss, the Indian market is so big, if we give up opportunities because we are afraid of unknown difficulties, I am afraid it is difficult to have them here. What you did." Shahrukh said sincerely.


    After a long silence, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "How much is the total investment in this project?"


    "$4.5 billion!"


    "The project can be done, but there are two preconditions. First, the land acquisition for the power plant must come from the Maharashtra government, and we will buy the land from them."


    The biggest difficulty with any Indian engineering project is land acquisition. If they were asked to do it, they would undoubtedly conflict with the local villagers. This kind of conflict can easily be magnified by people with a heart and become evidence of criticism from opponents. Guo Shouyun did not want to do it again after the losses suffered by the Dabor project.


    "Second, we must be solely responsible for project investment and construction, and no one can interfere."


    The sooner the completion is completed, the profit can be realized in advance. If the Indians are involved, the low efficiency will not only bring about financial losses, but also drive people crazy.


    "Okay, I took note!"


    "Can foreign capital be involved in power transmission and distribution now?" Guo Shouyun asked instead.


    "No. This part is still under the responsibility of the Maharashtra Electricity Commission. The price of electricity in India is very low, and the government will provide a subsidy of 30 per kilowatt-hour of electricity. They will not give this opportunity to foreign capital!"


    Guo Shouyun knew it in his heart, "Go back to Dabor. With the current electricity price of 35 rupees in India, minus the 10 rebate, how long will it take for the Dabor project to recover the cost?"


    "The Dabor project has only completed one phase so far, with a power generation capacity of 7 million megawatts and a total investment of US$1.1 billion. The cost of later maintenance and modification is US$2.8 billion. According to the profit margin of Indian power generation companies 7~12, it requires at least 30 It takes years to recover the cost.��


    "Thirty years!" Even though Guo Shouyun was prepared, he was still shocked by this number.


    "Boss, this is only an approximate estimate. In fact, we can also increase returns through capital operation. In addition, if India''s power transmission conditions and electricity consumption environment improve, our rate of return will also increase!" Shah Rukh said quickly.


    He is an Indian and also hopes that foreign capital investment will promote the development of the country. Therefore, I don''t want to really scare Guo Shouyun away.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun was not so easily frightened away. He just lamented that the profit of India''s domestic power generation industry is too low. Not to mention that the Electricity Commission openly wants rebates, there is still 20% loss in the transmission link, which is the highest in the world. Plus, blatant theft of electricity nationwide!


    So much so that he often wonders, is it a mistake to enter the Indian market by himself? But thinking about Dabol''s billion-dollar investment, if you just give up, the loss is too great. So, the idea of ??perseverance prevailed again.


    "Thirty years is thirty years, as long as the cost can be recovered. The right is to open up the market!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Shahrukh, you are the president of South Asia and the Middle East. In addition to the Indian project, you also Are there any other projects?"


    "Yes! Anping Gas and Oil Company is preparing to build a petrochemical plant with an annual processing capacity of 3 million tons in Dammam with Saudi Aramco. In addition, we are also involved in the construction of two thermal power plants in Oman and Yemen. There are two thermal power plants in Funna and Khulna in Bangladesh, as well as the 10 million cubic meter natural gas storage project rebuilt using the natural gas pipeline of the Dabor project. Throughout the Middle East and South Asia, Anping Company has 7 projects under construction. project, with a total investment of $2.7 billion. �� These are the details of the project.��


    Shahrukh took out a stack of documents from the safe and put it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    After a brief look, he handed the information to Rebecca next to him.


    "I''ll take it back to see. By the way, how far is it from Dabor?"


    ��100 miles from Mumbai!��


    Guo Shouyun looked at the time, "Go, show me!"


    Shahrukh naturally did not dare to refuse the big boss''s request. After explaining the company''s affairs, he drove Guo Shouyun and Rebecca to the destination.


    100 miles, 160 kilometers, or about an hour''s drive for countries with good road conditions. But in India, there are only two lanes, and you have to avoid animals that may cross the road at any time, and you can''t pick up the speed at all. The group set off at 10 in the morning, and it was noon when they arrived at the place.


    "Boss, it''s lunch time, I''ll prepare it for you...!"


    After waving his hand to interrupt Shahrukh, "No need, I brought some fast food in the car, I can eat it later when I''m hungry, let''s go!"


    Out of anxiety about Indian food, Rebecca deliberately prepared noodles, biscuits and mineral water when she went out. Didn''t expect it to work now.


    "That''s Dabor!"


    Looking at the red rocky mountain in the distance, standing on the cliff, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help asking.


    "Yes! That''s Dabor!" Shahrukh nodded.


    "Rebecca, how did you choose this place in the first place?"


    Although facing the sea and backed by green mountains, the scenery is good. But this place is too remote. For this power plant, Enron built a two-lane road from Mumbai to it, as well as the post office, dormitory and restaurant of the attached power plant.


    "The main reason is that although it looks a bit desolate, the place is big enough. Moreover, the power plant faces a cliff and has good port conditions. Natural gas ships from the sea can directly transport gas, and there is no need to build a special wharf, which saves costs. In addition, the population in remote areas is small, which reduces the trouble caused by land acquisition and facilitates the construction of power plants as soon as possible.��


    After nodding knowingly, Guo Shouyun raised his feet and walked towards the factory. With Shah Rukh around, everything will naturally flow unimpeded. After walking around the factory area, he looked down at the factory area on the right under construction, "Is that a natural gas reserve area?"


    "No, that''s the second phase of the Dabor project. The natural gas reserve is five kilometers from here."


    "Have you found a natural gas user?"


    "It has been found, and we have signed a gas supply contract with Tata Group. In addition, we will try our best to expand the civilian market, and strive to establish a natural gas that can involve major cities in Maharashtra and Gujarat within three to five years. retail network."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "The plan is very good. But as far as I know, the price of natural gas in India is regulated by the government, and now it is 42 US dollars per million British thermal units. Compared with the international consumer market, this price is relatively low. In addition, India''s natural gas pipeline is only 130,000 kilometers, and it is controlled by the National Gas Administration. Combined with India''s consumption capacity, are you sure that it is profitable to start a natural gas sales business here?"


    "Boss, it seems that you still don''t understand India. There is nothing that money can''t do here."


    "Oh?"


    "The weakness of democracy is that capital manipulates the political situation, which is especially serious in India, where the judicial system is not perfect. We can break through from here. Moreover, there are many local capital giants in India who are as greedy as we are in the oil and gas market. We can unite them. And appropriate distribution of benefits, I believe many people will be willing."


    "Looks like you had a plan!" Guo Shouyun said thoughtfully.


    "That''s right. India''s market is too closed. It takes external forces to break this closure before the country can really develop."


    "Shahrukh, can''t you see that you are quite patriotic?"


    "Boss, the interests of patriotism and the group do not conflict!"


    "Of course! I will not interfere with your personal feelings, but the interests of the group must be guaranteed. Otherwise, I will not condone you."


    "Understood! Rest assured, I will do my best to facilitate the group''s expansion in India, South Asia and the Middle East."


    "Then I''ll wait to see your results!"


    Guo Shouyun returned to the hotel where he stayed after spending a day browsing the entire Dabor project. For the next week, he went back and forth between the company and Dabor to do research Of course, in addition to the company''s affairs, he also paid less attention to the Indian society.


    After accumulating enough information, Rebecca sent an invitation to meet with Tata Group.


    The meeting place was not elsewhere, but at the Dabor Steel Works where the two sides cooperated.


    "Mr. Guo, I have long admired the name, welcome to India!"


    "Mr. Tata is welcome!"


    When the two sides shook hands with each other, their scrutiny eyes did not stop.


    Compared to Guo Shouyun''s youth, the sixty-seven-year-old Ratan Tata looks very old. However, even so, no one will despise the 50-year-old who controls Tata. In more than ten years, this company that has gone downhill has re-emerged, and through active international expansion, he has become the head of India''s first consortium. .


    The same psychology applies to Ratan Tata at the moment. Although the person standing in front of him is very young, the other party''s brilliant achievements are not inferior to him, or even surpassed.


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 Chapter 354： Cooperation proposal

    Chapter 354 Cooperation Proposal


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    "Walk together?"


    Ratan Tata suggested. ?��맻.suimEnG.1a


    "OK!"


    After being polite to each other, the two walked in the huge factory area of ??Dabor Steel Plant. Surrounded by huge steel fabrication equipment that has been installed and is being commissioned, followed by a large number of assistants, bodyguards and staff.


    "Mr. Guo, what do you think of this steel plant?"


    "Very good. I believe that with the rich management experience and technical support of Tata Steel, ''Dabor Steel'' will become a steel production enterprise that attracts international attention."


    "I think so too. At the same time, I am very grateful to Mr. Guo for choosing Tata in this cooperation project. It is our honor!"


    "Mr. Tata is over the top. In fact, we just chose the best steel company in India to work with."


    After a simple courtesy, the two sides consciously began to get to the point.


    "Mr. Guo, what do you think of the Indian market?"


    "There''s a lot of potential. Otherwise I wouldn''t be here to invest!"


    Ratan Tata nodded.


    "This country has a population of nearly 1.1 billion. Although nearly 20% of the population is in difficulty now, this does not hinder the attractiveness of the Indian market. Also, the country has been opening up since 1991. For any plan Now is a great opportunity for companies investing in India.��


    "Mr. Tata, can I regard this sentence as an invitation code?" Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Actually, this is an invitation. ... Mr. Guo, Tata Group has many businesses, such as steel, power, IT, and chemicals. I think we can cooperate more extensively with Anping in this regard."


    "I''m very interested in cooperation. But I don''t know what kind of cooperation Mr. Tata refers to?"


    "Power and chemical industry! It can be seen from the Dabor project that Mr. Guo is very interested in the Indian power market. However, the setback of the Dabor project also makes Mr. Guo understand the complexity of the Indian power market. Moreover, for India As far as the government and the people are concerned, Anping Power has always been an outsider. No matter in terms of political influence, public sentiment, or understanding of India, Tata Power is above Anping Power. I think Mr. Guo should admit this. ?"


    "Admit! No one will argue with that."


    "Mr. Guo is very sincere." After a pause, "Tata Power has extensive influence and social foundation in the Indian market, while Anping Power has sufficient capital, combined with our respective advantages, the future power market in India will be ours. the world. The same is true for chemical, IT and steel.��


    Looking at the anticipation and enthusiasm in the other''s eyes, Guo Shouyun thought for a moment, "Mr. Tata''s ambition is really surprising!"


    "In this regard, I think Mr. Guo is stronger than me. Otherwise, you wouldn''t have created a huge Guo consortium from scratch in just three years!"


    "The consortium doesn''t dare to act. I''m just curious, if we cooperate with each other, how will the shares be distributed? Who owns the management rights?"


    "Concrete analysis of specific projects. I believe that Mr. Guo will never do anything that suffers! Of course, Tata Group has never hurt its partners in cooperation over the past 100 years since its establishment! Always adhere to fairness, justice and win-win results. The cooperative attitude of Tata is the foundation of Tata''s growth to the present."


    After taking a deep look at the old but confident man across from him, Guo Shouyun nodded slowly.


    "So Mr Tata wants us to have a long-term partnership?"


    "Yes, long-term cooperation. In the next ten years, continuous cooperation with an investment scale of no less than 10 billion US dollars!" Ratan Tata affirmed.


    Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank, "Mr. Tata, ten billion dollars is not a small amount."


    "It''s not a small number. But I believe it''s not a difficult number for Mr. Guo!" Ratan Tata narrowed his eyes, "Wall Street is now paying attention to Mr. Guo''s movements in oil futures. ."


    "If Mr. Tata is interested, I can show you a few games!" Guo Shouyun smiled lightly.


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for your kindness. However, I am old and very conservative. The capital market is turbulent, and I am afraid that I will not make any money, so I will drown in it first. Moreover, compared with the figures in the financial account, I I prefer industries that can be seen and touched, especially heavy industry!"


    "Cautiousness is a valuable quality. ... However, cooperation is no small matter, and I need time to think about it."


    "Of course! ... By the way, I heard that Mr. Guo is looking for a house in Mumbai?"


    "Mr. Ratan is really well-informed."


    "Hehe, you always have to be more concerned about the distinguished guests." After a pause, "Mr. Guo, I have a villa in the Karil community here. If Mr. Guo doesn''t dislike it, I will give it to Mr. Guo. ."


    Looking at the key that Ratan Tata handed to him, Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, and then took it.


    The Tao is the exchange of courtesy, and the exchange of interests has always been the best way to deepen the relationship. Now that it has chosen to cooperate with Tata on the Dabor Steel Plant. So whether there will be more cooperation in the future. He won''t take the other party''s good intentions.


    Seeing Guo Shouyun accept it, the smile on Ratan Tata''s face grew even more. Because it represents a signal of a willingness to deepen our connection with each other. It''s what he likes.


    "Let''s go, I''ll take Mr. Guo around here. Dabor Phase I is 6 million tons, Phase II is 7 million tons, and the accompanying steel rolling equipment is an exciting steel giant!"


    "I''ve wanted to see it for a long time, and it''s even more rare to have Mr. Tata in company today!"


    "Please!"


    "Please!"


    Guo Shouyun took Rebecca back to the hotel after earning a lap at the Dabor Steel Plant and being invited to have dinner with Ratan Tata.


    Looking at the man who turned the villa key from Ratan Tata with his fingers, his eyes were thoughtful and silent, Rebecca frowned, "Boss, for Ratan Tata''s cooperation proposal, you Are you ready to agree?"


    "Do you think I should agree?"


    After looking at her, Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "I think it should be agreed, but the depth of cooperation needs to be carefully considered!"


    "continue!"


    Rebecca nodded, "According to the group''s plan, the investment in the next ten years will focus on the Chinese market. Although the Indian market is huge, it has more potential. But when will this potential be released, no one in the world can Accurate prediction. But it is definitely impossible within ten years with India''s current state. This means that the Indian market is only a profit point for the entire Anping Company, and cannot become the focus of investment. Therefore, 10 billion US dollars The total amount of cooperation is a bit too exaggerated for us, and it is not worth it. Therefore, I think $2 billion to $0 billion is appropriate.��


    "As for the comprehensive cooperation with Tata Group, there is no problem. In the complex market of India, it is beneficial for us to have a partner who is familiar with the local market and has more experience. We also need time to accumulate development experience in the Indian market. ."


    "So your attitude is that cooperation is okay, but you need to reduce the scale of cooperation!" Guo Shouyun said after pondering for a while.


    "It can be understood in this way. In addition, the power industry is the main business of Anping Company, and it is also the key business industry of Tata Group. At the same time of cooperation, it is necessary to clearly allocate the financial rights and management rights of the enterprise."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Anything else?"


    "There''s only so much I can think of for now!"


    "If you have any new ideas, let me know."


    "Yes!...That''s right, boss. Just received the news that the Iraqi ambassador to the United Nations announced that Iraq unconditionally accepts UN Resolution 1441 requiring it to destroy weapons of mass destruction, allowing UN weapons inspectors to return to Baghdad after nearly four years away After the news was acknowledged by the UN Secretary-General Annan, the international oil price immediately fell by 55 cents. It has now fallen back to $2.19 a barrel, and it is still falling slowly. "


    After becoming Guo Shouyun''s temporary assistant, daily reporting on Iraq, oil, gold, and major international news has become Rebecca''s daily routine.


    "Is there any new news from the United States?" Guo Shouyun asked after nodding.


    "President Bush is still stressing that the Iraqi Congress is just a rubber stamp for Saddam Hussein, there is no democracy at all, that Saddam Hussein was a dictator. Insist on Iraq to be investigated by the United Nations, or he will lead a coalition to disarm Saddam Hussein by force. Damm''s force."


    "It seems that Mr. President''s tone has not changed." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Yes! So now the outside world has new doubts about the possibility of the Iraq war breaking out. The prices of value-preserving products such as oil and gold have dropped a lot." After a pause, Rebecca looked at the man beside her. "Boss, you don''t seem to be worried about this news at all?"


    "Worried? Worried about what?"


    "Your investment! According to the "Wall Street Journal" report, the Thunder Fund invested more than $20 billion in oil futures this time! The fall in oil prices will put pressure on all capital bulls."


    "It''s just pressure. I''ve been under more pressure than this, let alone now? As for oil prices, when oil prices fall back below $20, I may feel a little bit of pressure. ... However, from now on After that, it is difficult for the international oil price to fall below US$20 again." Guo Shouyun''s eyes were a little erratic.


    After a long silence, Rebecca asked, "Do you think the Iraq war will break out?"


    "You care?"


    After looking at her, Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "Yes! Iraq is not Afghanistan, she is the world''s second largest oil producer. If a war breaks out, the impact on the world economy will be unimaginable."


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "As a senior executive of Anping Company, you should be very aware of where the funds obtained from the company''s liquidation of assets over the years have been used in addition to maintaining the company''s operations, repaying debts, and a small amount of investment."


    Rebecca was silent, of course she knew.


    Over the past year through its partnership with Phoenix Capital, Enron Pacific has sold $17.9 billion worth of assets. The proceeds, coupled with Guo Shouyun''s investment, gave Anping a huge sum of $2.1 billion throughout 2002. 10% of this money, combined with Anping''s revenue, has reduced the company''s debt from nearly $70 billion when Pan Pacific and Enron merged to $61.8 billion today. Equipment depreciation fell by six percentage points and capital reserves increased to $52.9 billion.


    0% of the remaining funds are used for Enron Power Company, three power plant projects with a total installed capacity of 60 million megawatts in California, Ohio, and Arizona, as well as power projects in Dabor, Brazil, and some small power plants new construction and expansion.


    Another 10% is placed on the construction of Anping Energy Company and Anping Commodity Trading Website.


    The last 50% was used by Anping Oil and Gas Company. Therefore, in the past year, the company has bought more than 20 oil fields, and the company''s assets have doubled to nearly 0 billion US dollars.


    All this proves that Guo Shouyun attaches great importance to oil, especially crude oil.


    It is this kind of emphasis that makes the company''s assets rise rapidly with the rise in oil prices.

 Chapter 355： Disney and Universal

    Chapter 355 Disney and Universal


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    "So you think the Iraq war will definitely break out?" Rebecca asked Guo Shouyun closely. ���맻��.suimEnG.1a


    "No one can be 100% sure about the future. I just use my own judgment to think that the probability of war breaking out is high, and it''s worth taking a gamble!"


    "If you lose the bet...!"


    "Let''s talk about losing the bet, at least for now, I still win!" After a pause, "Get out of the car, we''re here!"


    Looking at the Taj Mahal Hotel covered by neon lanterns, Rebecca turned and said, "Are we going to stay here tonight?"


    "Hmm! ... Ratan Tata''s villa won''t run, let''s go and see it tomorrow! Oh, right. Rest early in the evening, and tomorrow we have to pay a visit to the Maharashtra State Electricity Commission."


    "Yes!"


    After saying goodbye to Rebecca, Guo Shouyun returned to his room. After checking the time and calculating the time difference, he first called home. Listening to the voice of the two little guys calling Dad in the microphone, the fatigue of the whole day seemed to disappear.


    But after putting down the phone, Guo Shouyun still did not forget his work. When you are away from home, work is the best medicine to forget your thoughts and loneliness.


    Considering the time difference of more than 12 hours between Mumbai and Los Angeles, Guo Shouyun called Buddy Morris without hesitation at nine o''clock in the evening.


    "Boss, good morning!"


    "Buddy, it''s night in Mumbai!"


    "Sorry, boss, I forgot that you were on a business trip in India!"


    "It''s okay. How''s the asset-backed loan going now?"


    "It''s done, $5 billion will be credited within this week, and the partner is Merrill Lynch!"


    After a reply, "I have sent the amendments to the fund application reports submitted by various companies to your mailbox."


    "Yes. Boss, I''ve seen it!"


    "That''s fine, what''s your opinion?"


    "Others are okay, mainly Universal Studios and Matrix Media. Universal Studios suddenly added three themed areas, ''The World of Tomb Raiders'', ''Harry Potter Magic Quest'' and ''Pirates of the Caribbean Treasures'', with hotels attached. , shopping street, the tourist area has increased by nearly 0 hectares, and the investment is nearly 4.5 billion US dollars. Coupled with the planned two Universal Studios in Singapore, Huaxia Jingcheng and Magic City, the matrix will invest in theme parks in the next five years. It will be over $9 billion. That''s nearly double the total investment in Universal Studios that we last discussed."


    "You don''t think it''s worth it?"


    "No! Both Disney and Merlin Entertainment have proved that the theme park industry has a very bright future. Moreover, the larger the scale, the more prominent the revenue brought by the scale effect. But I think we should gradually expand Universal Pictures. The size of the city. Otherwise, it will bring a lot of pressure on the company''s finances, and even affect the company''s financial health."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "I also know that the accelerated expansion of Universal Studios will bring financial pressure. But you should also understand that if you want to catch up with Disney, you have to put in more energy. Said. Los Angeles Disneyland covers an area of ??207 hectares and receives more than 20 million tourists annually; Orlando Disneyland covers an area of ??12,400 hectares and receives more than 16 million tourists annually; Tokyo Disneyland covers an area of ??780 hectares and receives more than 1.7 million tourists annually ; Disneyland Paris covers an area of ??1,951 hectares and receives an average of more than 12 million visitors a year. Even the Hong Kong Disneyland that is currently under construction has 126 hectares.��


    ��In comparison, our largest Universal Studios Hollywood is only 212 hectares, Universal Studios Osaka is 54 hectares, and Universal Studios Orlando and Barcelona are similar. Small footprints mean that there are fewer tourist facilities and tours. The lack of facilities will reduce the stay time of tourists in Universal Studios in disguise and reduce the revenue of the studio. Therefore, Disney''s ticket revenue only accounts for 0% of the total revenue, while ours accounts for 57%. In 2002, Disney��s four major parks have a combined revenue of more than $5.5 billion. And we, even if we count Universal Studios Osaka, which only holds a minority stake, is only $2.7 billion, which is only half of the other party��s.��


    "Boss, in terms of scale effect, Universal Studios is indeed a lot worse. But Universal Studios and Disneyland operate in different ways. Universal Studios is based on commercial blockbuster scenes such as film and television, while Disney is based on landscapes, performances, and themes. Characters are mainly Disney culture. In contrast, Disney is more suitable for children''s amusement, and Universal Studios is more suitable for adults to participate in. Moreover, too large scale is also a burden, such as Disneyland Paris, because Europeans resist American culture, plus Disneyland Paris built more hotels than needed, and the size of the park was too large. The Disneyland did not make money, but it is still losing money. We should take this as a warning."


    ��A theme park that is too large or too small is a burden. Therefore, I do not intend to make Universal Studios larger than Disneyland, but to increase the number of playable items and tour time for tourists in the park as much as possible. , which in turn increases our revenue levels. Of course this result could be achieved with a longer investment horizon, but I don��t want that.��


    "Because we are developing, and Disney is also developing. I don''t want us to always be left behind. As for the shortage of funds, if there is not enough money, we will raise funds. If there is not enough, I will continue to invest. In short, after five years, Universal Pictures will continue to invest. The city should not only surpass Disneyland in number. The number of tourists and income should also reach 75% of them! There are three pillar businesses of the Future Matrix Group: film and television, games, and theme parks. I invest in each of these three assets. Will not be stingy."


    "I understand!"


    Guo Shouyun''s undeniable tone made Buddy Morris understand the big boss''s determination.


    "Tell me what you think of Matrix Media?"


    "Yes! ... I think the integration of TV and TNT is appropriate. The TV network is a public TV station with comprehensive experience in news, entertainment, and sports coverage. And TNT TV, in our positioning, is a pay TV network, similar to Warner''s HBO. Therefore, there is no need to keep the sports content affiliated with TNT. Integrating into the public television network and optimizing the allocation of resources will help improve our competitiveness in sports content."


    "In addition, I hope the boss can agree to the channel division of the TV network. Moreover, only by separating news, sports, entertainment and film and television can a clearer and more detailed development plan be formulated. Continuing to mix together is not good for the public TV network. Expansion! Also, the NBA''s broadcast contract with ESPN expires this year. I hope you can authorize sports to win the NBA''s broadcast contract for the next three years."


    After briefly thinking about it, Guo Shouyun said with a little surprise: "Buddy, why are you so positive about Matrix Media?"


    "Boss. I believe you understand the importance of propaganda better than I do. Mastering a weighty media can not only guide the direction of public opinion, but also increase our influence on the political circle. The United States... is a ''democratic'' country!"


    Guo Shouyun certainly understands the importance of mastering public opinion channels. Last year in the gold market, Citi gave him a vivid lesson with its power in the media world. If it wasn''t for his face-to-face bet with Citi to divert the public''s attention, if it weren''t for 9/11, he would have been defeated by Citi''s continuous attacks.


    "I have no opinion on the expansion of Matrix Media. However, the personnel integration within the TV station has just begun. Large-scale expansion of the business when the internal stability is not yet stable will easily lead to a waste of funds and energy."


    "I agree with your concerns. But we can choose a single point of breakthrough first. For example, the sports channel has integrated TNT''s sports resources, and we have the strongest strength in this regard. Strengthen the advantages first, and then reform the weak after the internal integration is completed."


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Well, since you think it''s appropriate, it''s up to you to execute it."


    "Thank you boss!"


    "Well! ... Buddy, don''t put too much pressure on yourself. As long as you do your own thing seriously and complete the tasks I explained, you are the most responsible for me and the matrix!" Guo Shouyun''s shirt said after a while,


    "Thank you for your understanding. But the current matrix is ??not what it used to be. As the EO of a world-class media company, countless pairs of eyes from inside and outside are staring at you. If you make a small mistake, you will attract criticism. This is not a big company. , I am a black man again, and the pressure is indeed a bit high. But don��t worry, I will customer service as soon as possible and lead the matrix to achieve greater development.��


    "I believe in you. If you have any difficulties, remember to tell me as soon as possible."


    "OK."


    "I''m fine, you''re busy!"


    "Boss, good night!"


    "Um!"


    After hanging up the phone and briefly sorting out my thoughts, I opened my laptop, found the content page of the Matrix Group, sorted out the previous content in my mind, and recorded it in it.


    As the boss the latest moves of any of his companies are recorded in this Apple-made laptop. It is convenient for him to look up and give accurate instructions.


    Afterwards, I made another phone call to communicate with the four directors of the Thunder Fund and Yu Fei, the director of the Mang Seed Fund, about the performance of oil and gold futures, and then went to bed near 11:00.


    "boom��!"


    Guo Shouyun just lay down for two minutes when a violent explosion suddenly rang in his ears.


    In shock, he jumped up from the bed and looked around subconsciously. At this moment, Matthew, who was sleeping outside, had already knocked on the door and ran in.


    "Boss, are you alright?"


    Guo Shouyun was about to open his mouth when the sound of an explosion mixed with gunfire interrupted his next words.


    "Terrorist attacks!"


    The four words appeared in the minds of Guo Shouyun and Matthew like lightning.

 Chapter 356： Terrorist attacks

    Chapter 356 Terrorist Attack


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    Just then, the bodyguards who were sleeping in other rooms rushed over after hearing the explosion. ���맻��.suimEnG.1a


    "boss!"


    "BOSS!"


    In addition to Matthew, seven bodyguards with agile skills and strong combat power after two years of military training, Guo Shouyun''s mood quickly became stable.


    "Paul, Barry, you two go see Rebecca and take her over by the way!"


    "Yes!"


    "Remember, be careful. Don''t do anything, go back immediately."


    "Natu, Kasimov, go outside and check the situation. If there is any trouble, come back and report immediately."


    "Old Luo, Hall, take out what we prepared, it''s useful now!"


    Following Guo Shouyun''s three clear orders, the three groups acted independently. Not long after, Rebecca, who was wearing purple pajamas with a panic and fear in her expression, was brought over.


    "Boss, we have encountered a terrorist attack!" Seeing Guo Shouyun, Rebecca became calmer.


    "I know. Don''t worry, everyone will be fine with me!"


    Noticing the strong bodyguards around, Rebecca nodded vigorously.


    "Boss, I brought something!"


    Chinese Heihu Lao Luo and Tajikistan Hall, both of them walked over with a large suitcase in their hands.


    "Open!"


    The two kept their word, and after the proofreading password was opened, something that surprised Rebecca appeared in front of her.


    "With these things, our safety is somewhat guaranteed. Come on, put them on!"


    "Boss, you also brought a bulletproof vest and helmet?"


    "Since Molly''s accident, I''ve never let up on the safety of myself and those around me. Also, it''s hard to get through security in other countries without carrying rifles and grenades. Now you see more than bulletproof vests, helmets, Daggers and the like, but M16, M249 machine guns, as well as flash shock bombs, tear gas bombs, and grenades." After a pause, Guo Shouyun handed over a set of bulletproof vests, "Put it on, it can save your life at a critical moment! "


    This time, Rebecca didn''t hesitate, and quickly took over the equipment in Guo Shouyun''s hand and changed it. Nothing is as important as your own life.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Just then, the phone rang. Matthew stepped forward to connect, and hung up after a few seconds.


    "Boss, the hotel management said that they were attacked by terrorists. Now they have set up a safe house on the second basement floor and let us take the elevator there."


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said nothing more.


    "Boss, are you not going to go?" Rebecca asked quickly.


    "certainly!"


    "Why, the safe house is definitely safer than here!" There was a hint of excitement in Rebecca''s tone.


    "Rebecca. The word "safe" doesn''t mean it''s safe there. First of all, the bigger the number of people, the bigger the target, and terrorists are not fools. Would they leave so many hostages unattended? With bombs, what safe house can withstand explosives. In the end, besides you, we have eight combat-ready people here. In such a big hotel, as long as you don''t touch the enemy''s guns, staying here is far better than going to any safe house safer!"


    Guo Shouyun''s words fell, and footsteps were heard outside again. Soon, Natu and Kasimov, who went outside to investigate the situation, returned.


    "Boss, the investigation is clear. There are about 15 terrorists attacking the hotel. They are equipped with AK47, grenades, RDX explosives and IEDs. They have taken control of the lobby on the first floor and are heading for the search on the second floor. I am afraid they will be able to reach us in two minutes. Here." Kasimov said quickly.


    RDX explosive, also known as Hexokine, is a military high-performance explosive that is more powerful than TNT and picric acid. As for the IED, the scientific name is ''improvised explosive device'' and the common name is ''roadside bomb''. Powerful and simple to make, it is an essential weapon for asymmetric warfare.


    "It''s all military supplies, it seems that these guys came prepared!" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "Boss, in addition to daggers, dog-leg knives and crossbows, the weapons in our hands are Beretta pistols, and each of us only has three magazines. The number of people is only half of the other party''s, I am afraid the next situation will be very dangerous. ." Matthew said seriously.


    "I know, but the hotel is so big, it''s impossible for their people to gather together. This is our chance!" Guo Shouyun said after a moment of indulgence.


    "Are you going to take the initiative?"


    "I have this idea, but not now!" After a pause, "The Taj Mahal Hotel is the most prestigious five-star hotel in Mumbai, and access to this place is either rich or expensive, plus it is such a big thing as a terrorist attack. No matter how inefficient the Indian government is, in order to reduce international influence and pressure, it will organize a force attack as soon as possible. Now what we have to do is to try to hide ourselves as much as possible, and wait until the Indian police or special forces start to attack and contain these terrorists head-on. When the time comes, look for an opportunity to leave this place of right and wrong."


    Matthew nodded, and after hesitating for a while, "If we are discovered by terrorists...!"


    "Then fight!" Guo Shouyun said fiercely, "When there is no way out, we can only survive by ourselves."


    "Yes!"


    The crowd roared.


    "Okay, put the muffler on the gun. Those guys will be alert in advance, don''t close the door to death. If someone breaks in, kill him!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Everyone did what they said, and Matthew took six bodyguards and spread them around the room in an instant. Three of the guns were pointed at the door, and when there was a movement, they would never be soft-hearted.


    "Sit down!"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the sofa inside the bedroom.


    Rebecca nodded and looked at Guo Shouyun, who was very calm at the moment although he was young.


    "Boss, are you not nervous and afraid at all?"


    "Of course not. It''s the past year that I''ve endured so much that I shouldn''t have endured. So it''s not difficult for me to control my emotions. Also, with Matthew and the others, why am I afraid?"


    At this time, Matthew and the others had already drawn the curtains and dimmed everything in the room. But the more so, the more clearly the gunshots, explosions, and wailing sounds outside, as if they were close at hand. It made Rebecca, who prided herself on her calm mentality, extremely nervous.


    Although she is a business genius, but also experienced, extraordinary skills. But it has never encountered a situation of life and death.


    Comparing himself, and looking at the man next to him with a calm face and closed eyes, there is still a deep admiration in his heart.


    "No wonder he was able to achieve such amazing success at such a young age. Sure enough, everything has a reason!" Rebecca thought.


    Under the influence of Guo Shouyun, Rebecca''s original nervousness became somewhat calmer. However, when she heard the chaos outside getting closer and closer to her, her heart rose again.


    "Kaka...!"


    The door opened, but soon there were gunshots next door or beyond. With a few incomprehensible scolding and kicking the door, the footsteps gradually disappeared.


    At this moment, everyone in the room breathed a sigh of relief. Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the chair, also loosened his clenched fist.


    If nothing else, the first wave of danger is over. At this moment, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone suddenly rang.


    His face changed, he quickly took it out and hung up, glanced at the caller ID, and then called back with a sigh of relief.


    "Mr. Tata...!"


    "Mr. Guo, where are you now?" Ratan Tata interrupted anxiously.


    ��Taj Mahal Hotel!��


    Ratan Tata''s heart sank. This was the last thing he wanted to see.


    "Mr. Guo, I''m very sorry. We didn''t expect to encounter such a situation. The Taj Mahal Hotel has never encountered a terrorist attack in more than 100 years."


    The Taj Mahal Hotel is the property of the Tata Group. As the chairman of the group, Ratan Tata is now under no doubt the greatest pressure.


    "Mr. Tata, instead of saying sorry now, you should hurry up and think about how to rescue the hotel guests. These terrorists will kill everyone when they see it. There are gunshots and grenades outside. Your Taj Mahal Hotel has changed. A mountain of corpses and a sea of ??blood!"


    After a moment of silence in the receiver, Ratan Tata''s heavy voice came over again.


    "Mr. Guo, please rest assured. I will do my best to rescue you!"


    "hope so!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun sat on the chair for a while before picking up the phone again.


    "boss?"


    Buddy Morris was very puzzled. Why did Guo Shouyun, who just called, call again?


    "Buddy, immediately organize the Matrix Media News Department to send out the news of the terrorist attack in the five-star hotel in Mumbai, India, with heavy casualties and more than 50 casualties."


    "Boss... are you kidding me?" Buddy Morris was simply stunned. Terrorist attacks? When was the whole world a terror attack? A prelude to the outbreak of World War III?


    "When did I ever joke with you! Listen!"


    As Guo Shouyun turned on the public office, the sound of gunshots from outside came into Buddy Morris'' ears through the receiver. "I''ll take a few pictures and send them to your email."


    "Okay!" After subconsciously agreeing, Buddy Morris said instantly, "Boss, where are you, have you encountered a terrorist attack?"


    "Thank goodness, your mind finally turned around!"


    Ignoring his teasing, Buddy Morris'' voice instantly rose an octave.


    "Boss, run. That''s a terrorist attack!"


    "If I could run, I would have run. However, don''t worry, I have enough bodyguards here to ensure my life safety. Your task is to get out the news as soon as possible, to get ahead of NN, BS and NB, and put The attention of the whole of America is drawn to our station.��


    Guo Shouyun is convinced that after 9/11, the American people''s sensitivity to terrorist attacks will definitely make the TV station an instant hit.


    "But you...!"


    "Don''t be rude, do as I say. I have to call LinkedIn News, so I''ll hang up for now!"


    Seeing him hang up the phone, Rebecca next to him couldn''t help but said, "Boss, it''s time like this, you don''t forget to work!"


    "Hehe, it''s boring to sit here anyway. It''s time to relax and relieve boredom at work. Besides, I''m so unlucky to encounter a terrorist attack, this shock can''t be in vain!"


    After the words fell, Guo Shouyun called Rick Bai, the head of LinkedIn News, and suffered similar shock, worry and disbelief as Buddy Morris, and it all ended.


    However, if news wants to have credibility and appeal, only text is obviously not enough. Therefore, Guo Shouyun quickly took out the camera he was carrying.


    "You really want to take a picture?" Rebecca asked in disbelief.


    "Don''t worry, I don''t want to die yet." With that said, Guo Shouyun walked over to the bed with the camera in his arms, lifted the curtain and looked down. The mess at the entrance of the Taj Mahal Hotel came into view instantly. And, under the neon lights and post-explosion flames, it was night, but the line of sight was clear.


    That''s not much to say. Take photos and videos, and then use the hotel''s broadband to send to the United States thousands of miles away. Sure, the speed is a headache, but it works, doesn''t it?


    The attack on the Taj Mahal happened at midnight, which is exactly noon in Los Angeles. According to the basic habit of people, when eating, always look at what is happening around you or in the world. As a result, the TV station quickly attracted the attention of the entire United States with Guo Shouyun''s videos and photos.


    Soon, there were pictures and the truth about the news that the five-star Taj Mahal Hotel in Mumbai, India suffered a terrorist attack, causing heavy casualties.


    Americans who still have the tragic memory of 9/11 in their memory pay special attention to this. Therefore, the viewership rate of TV news channels that have not yet been divided has increased nearly tenfold in an instant.


    Of course, these are things Guo Shouyun doesn''t know. At this time, his attention has been attracted by the Indian police who are gathering more and more outside, and have begun to attack the hotel tentatively.


    "Why didn''t they move?"


    Looking at the hundreds of Mumbai police officers who didn''t even enter the hotel door, but were beaten a few times by terrorists, Rebecca said in disbelief and anger.


    "You expect the Indian police, who don''t even know how to fire a gun, to attack more than a dozen well-trained terrorists in addition to bullying ordinary people? Also, do they have that courage?"


    "Boss Look!"


    Matthew''s voice made Guo Shouyun look outside subconsciously. I saw that the Indian policemen who returned had piled up sandbags and barricades outside the hotel.


    "What are they doing?" Rebecca asked. She is a senior business elite, but she is a noob to the military.


    "Set up obstacles!"


    "Obstruction? Are they going to continue the attack?"


    "Of course not. They are afraid that terrorists will attack, and they can''t resist it." Guo Shouyun sneered.


    Barriers are generally used for defense, sandbags and barbed wire are common obstacles. These are the things the Indian police are doing outside now.


    "These guys are so soft!" Matthew said disdainfully.


    "Stop complaining. If you have time, you might as well take some videos for me!" Guo Shouyun picked up the camera again.


    Anyway, idle is idle, and doing something can also express tension.

 Chapter 357： Wicked Indian Special Forces

    Chapter 357 Wicked Indian Special Forces


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    I always heard that no matter what India does, it is surprisingly inefficient. Favorite this site This time Guo Shouyun is a complete insight.


    He thought that even if the police couldn''t deal with the terrorists, they should send special forces here. But from 1:30 a.m. to 6:00 a.m., standing by the window countless times, he didn''t even see a half of the special forces'' hair. Apart from the Indian police shooting at the door of the hotel as if they were on duty, wasting bullets, the situation was stalemate for more than six hours.


    "Boss, it seems to be a lot quieter outside!" Rebecca said.


    "Terrorists are also human, and they also need to eat and sleep. Moreover, killing people also requires time and energy!" Looking at her red eyes, "Go and rest, you haven''t slept all night."


    "Forget it, how can you fall asleep at this time!" Rebecca shook her head.


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun said nothing. In this case, no one can fall asleep in this situation unless it is a seasoned veteran like Matthew. His eyes were red as well.


    "Boss, the Indians are here!"


    Barry, who had been standing beside the bed, suddenly shouted excitedly.


    Guo Shouyun ran to the window, and sure enough, as several trucks drove over, a group of Indian soldiers who were obviously well-equipped jumped from it and quickly assembled.


    "Matthew, do you know them?"


    Matthew is the elite of the US Marine Corps. He is a special force himself. He has researched almost all the top special forces in the world.


    After watching for a while, Matthew shook his head.


    "do not know!"


    "do not know?"


    Looking at his surprised expression, Matthew explained: "In the database of the US Special Forces Command, there is only one Indian special force that really pays attention, which is their Marine Corps Special Forces. The rest are similar to Cabinet Special Forces, Internal Affairs The Ministry of Special Forces and Border Special Forces are basically a joke. Their combat effectiveness is much worse than that of the elites of ordinary military forces such as the United States, China, the United Kingdom, and Germany, and there is no need to pay attention. "


    "India is a big country anyway, so is its military so poor?" Although the media is full of articles that depreciate India''s military power, the media likes to exaggerate, and people understand it. Therefore, Guo Shouyun is questioning the media reports.


    "Yes or not, you can tell by looking at the weapons of this unit. ... Now they are armed with the Israeli Uzi submachine gun, the assault weapon is the American M16, the sniper rifle is the German PSG, and the self-defense weapon is the Swiss 226. The body armor is DuPont Kevlar. The whole body is full of foreign military equipment. How can such special forces have strong combat effectiveness?"


    Guo Shouyun''s knowledge of gun models is not as extensive as Matthew''s, but he still knows M16 assault rifles and PSG sniper rifles.


    "I hope these guys can contain the terrorists inside, otherwise we will be in trouble!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Matthew nodded in agreement.


    "They''re ready to attack!"


    "Boss, do you want to go out and have a look?" a bodyguard suggested.


    Although Guo Shouyun really wanted to see it, he knew that war was no child''s play. Nothing matters. After thinking about it, "Wait until they fight. Now wait!"


    "Boss, look!"


    Rebecca''s extremely surprised voice made Guo Shouyun subconsciously look up in the direction of her finger. I saw that the crowded and noisy Mumbai in the past was now crowded on the streets, and most of the people in the entire city seemed to disappear overnight. In addition, there were three or four places in the distance with black gunpowder, and there were faint gunshots and explosions.


    "It seems that it is not just the Taj Mahal that was attacked by terror!" Matthew said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Rebecca, you''ve been here for a long time, do you know what that place is?"


    After taking the binoculars from Matthew''s hand and taking a few glances, "If I''m not mistaken, it should be Victoria Railway Station on the left, Mumbai City Hall in the middle, and Nariman Building on the right, a Jewish ghetto... "


    "Boom...!"


    Before Rebecca could speak, a violent explosion suddenly rang out.


    Guo Shouyun felt the shaking under his feet, but it was not violent. But the natural reaction of his body made him subconsciously squat down and make a dodging motion.


    After a long time, he calmed down and slowly spit out a few words with a pale face.


    "damn it!"


    "Boss, judging from the intensity of the vibration and the direction from which the sound came, the explosion was not the Taj Mahal Hotel where we were, but the Oberoi Hotel next to it."


    The Oberoi Hotel is right next to the Taj Mahal Hotel, also one of the best five-star hotels in Mumbai.


    "Is this a terrorist attack or a war!" Rebecca, who had endured all night, was also a little broken at this moment. However, this is also normal. Under the pressure of life and death, anyone''s emotions will become irritable.


    But before they could slow down, the sound of intense gunshots and grenade explosions suddenly sounded from under their feet. You don''t have to guess to know that the Indian special forces in combat formation have already started to attack.


    Listening to the fierce exchange of fire below, Guo Shouyun held his breath and stood beside the bed watching the blood splattered by the bullet and the flames that were opened by the explosion. For the first time in his life he felt that the war was so close to him.


    "Going to attack?" Rebecca said suddenly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and he also saw that the Indian special forces with sufficient ammunition had begun to approach the broken hotel door, and they were about to enter the interior. But at this moment, a violent explosion suddenly sounded.


    The sound of ''boom'' was deafening, and Guo Shouyun felt that the whole building under his feet was shaking.


    He quickly held the window sill and stabilized his body, and he saw that the hotel door had disappeared. It was replaced by broken pieces of masonry and a large opening ten meters long. The attacking Indian special forces also suffered heavy losses. In Guo Shouyun''s sight, blood and mourning went straight to the bottom of his heart. The soldiers lying in the rubble, blown to pieces, made his stomach cramp.


    Unlike Guo Shouyun''s tenacity, Rebecca ran to the bathroom with a ''wow'' and vomited.


    The Taj Mahal Hotel where they are located is only five floors, and through the telescope, you can clearly see what is happening below. Therefore, the stimulation to the senses is also extremely intense.


    "Boss, are you okay?"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s blue face, Matthew asked worriedly.


    "is acceptable."


    Guo Shouyun nodded slowly.


    "The Indians are back!"


    He understood Matthew''s subtext. Without the positive restraint of the Indian special forces, they would have to find another opportunity to leave.


    "Ok, I know!"


    At this moment, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone suddenly rang. It was Shahrukh who called.


    "Boss, are you okay?"


    "Alive. How about the company?"


    "The company is okay. It''s just that the whole of Mumbai is under martial law now, and the streets are full of armored vehicles and troops. For now, everyone is staying at home."


    "It''s good that there are no casualties. By the way, have you learned about the situation outside? What''s going on?"


    "It''s not clear at the moment. But now many people are saying that it was done by Pakistanis. Also, last night including Victoria Railway Station, Mumbai City Hall, Nariman Building, Oberoi Hotel, Taj Mahal Hotel, Universal Hospital Thirteen places including it have been attacked. Now, most of them have returned to normal, only the Taj Mahal Hotel and the Oberoi Hotel, because the terrorists have taken hostages, so progress is slow!"


    "Got it. I''ll give it to you from the company. Also, if there is any new news, remember to notify me. Don''t call, send text messages!"


    "Yes! ... But, boss, are you safe now?"


    "If it''s not safe, I''ll call you? ... Well, I''ll let you know if I need anything! Come here first."


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun turned around and went back to the window. After a brief glance, "Why is there no movement?"


    "The terrorists shot a few hostages in public. The Indians did not dare to attack." Matthew said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looked at it for a while, put down the telescope, and his expression became serious.


    "Regardless of the Indians, we must leave tonight!"


    "Why? We can hide here until the whole war is over?" Rebecca, who was pale, wondered The water and food we can carry are limited, and it is the limit for nine people to last a day. If you stay here, you just look safe. If the war comes to this place, without water and food, we will not have even half of our fighting power. In complicated situations, it can only be slaughtered by others. In contrast, taking the initiative to attack is dangerous, but the chances of surviving are higher than staying here! '' Matthew explained.


    Guo Shouyun nodded in approval.


    "And the night can provide us with cover. In addition, terrorists who have been fighting for a day will inevitably become tired, and they will become better at dealing with their combat effectiveness."


    Rebecca is not stupid. After listening to the words of the two, she nodded and said nothing.


    "Matthew, organize it and arrange for everyone to take turns to rest! We will act at nine o''clock tonight."


    "Yes!"


    After he left, Guo Shouyun put down the binoculars, "Rebecca, let''s take a break too. You sleep on the bed and I sleep on the sofa, so you have enough energy to leave at night."


    "But I can''t sleep!"


    "Then close your eyes and rest!"


    Time passed by, and under the pressure of the hostages, the Indian special forces, which were not very effective, were blocked from the hotel. It completely disappointed Guo Shouyun, who had some expectations for them.


    "Sure enough, everything still depends on yourself!" Guo Shouyun said in his heart.


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 Chapter 358： change

    Chapter three hundred and fifty-eight changes


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    "what time is it?"


    "Twenty-five minutes to 19 o''clock!" Matthew replied. bookmark our website


    Looking at the dark sky outside, Guo Shouyun nodded, "Take out all the water and food. After everyone is full, prepare to go."


    Matthew nodded and took out the mineral water, instant noodles, and biscuits.


    "Fortunately, I was worried that India''s diet is not clean, so I prepared these foods in advance, otherwise we wouldn''t be able to wait now!" Rebecca said.


    "Speaking of which, thank you for this!"


    "I didn''t expect this to happen."


    After a few simple chats, after a quick dinner, the group tidied up a little, and started to pack up and prepare to go. At this moment, the violent explosion sounded again.


    Guo Shouyun, who has gradually gotten used to it, did not panic. But soon reports from the bodyguards made him realize something was different.


    "Boss, the explosion point is on the fifth floor. Judging from the fire situation, it should be the explosion of the natural gas pipeline!"


    "We must leave quickly. Otherwise, once the fire expands and becomes uncontrollable, the entire hotel will burn down!" Matthew said solemnly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Looks like we have to leave if we don''t leave this time!"


    "Kaka", put on the Beretta pistol in his hand, and said calmly: "Let''s go, get ready to go. Matthew, you will command!"


    "Yes!...Bali, Kasimov, Paul, the three of you will go to the front, and the rest will be in the rear. Boss, Ms. Mark, let''s go in the middle! In the event of an accident, shoot first."


    "clear!"


    "Set off!"


    Bally, who was walking in front, was the first to turn the doorknob and slowly opened the door that had been closed for a day. Bali is a Gurkha and is not tall, but he has the courage and tenacity of the Gurkhas in his bones, as well as the sharpness and speed cultivated in the mountains. He is the best scout in the whole bodyguard team.


    The corridor was very quiet, except for the occasional sound of gunfire and the sound of flames burning, there was no other sound. The lights at the top are also dim, and the weak light of the energy-saving lamps makes the whole corridor seem dim, but fortunately, things can be seen clearly.


    As the door slowly opened, a burning smell mixed with the smell of blood rushed into everyone''s nostrils.


    Guo Shouyun frowned and looked at Rebecca next to him.


    After reading the meaning in his eyes, Rebecca quickly shook her head and said ''I''m fine''.


    For safety, I explained it before going out, try not to make a sound. So everyone is in sign language.


    After Matthew waved, Bally, Kasimov, and Paul walked out, and then everyone followed. After leaving the safe environment before, everyone''s nerves instantly tense.


    "Walk��!"


    After Guo Shouyun gave the order, the group began to walk towards the stairs. According to their plan, go from the fifth floor to the second floor, then find a room and jump out of the window to leave.


    "Be careful with your feet!"


    The previous reminder made Guo Shouyun bow his head subconsciously, and soon two corpses appeared in his eyes. Because of the dim light, I couldn''t see my face clearly. But judging from the clothes, he should be Indian, and he has a lot of money.


    In a day''s time, the two were already dead. Moreover, the blood in the body soaked the carpet under the feet, and the pungent **** smell was accompanied by a different touch under the feet, which was nauseating.


    Guo Shouyun''s face turned blue, and Rebecca resisted vomiting, but she couldn''t hold back.


    "Yes... I''m sorry!"


    "It''s ok!"


    Although it destroyed the surrounding quiet atmosphere, in this case, no one who had not experienced bloodshed couldn''t help but lose control. As a woman, Rebecca''s performance is pretty good.


    After taking the mineral water that Guo Shouyun handed over to rinse his mouth, he nodded. Say you can.


    "Continue to go!"


    Everyone was on the road again, and when they were about to reach the entrance of the stairs, they suddenly heard hurried footsteps. Everyone''s expressions changed, and without Matthew''s explanation, except for Rebecca, everyone subconsciously spread out and pointed their guns at the stairs.


    The footsteps were getting closer, and everyone, including Guo Shouyun, was highly concentrated. Just when they opened the Beretta pistol safety in their hands and put their index finger on the trigger, a woman''s scream suddenly came from the dark staircase.


    "%&@#��!"


    A series of words that Guo Shouyun did not understand immediately came over. Although I can''t understand it, the panic, worry and fear are clearly revealed.


    At this moment, Matthew''s eyes turned. Looking at his eyes, Guo Shouyun understood the meaning.


    After a quick thought, Guo Shouyun waved his hand. Seeing him like this, all the bodyguards lowered their guns subconsciously. Obviously, since the person here is not a terrorist, there is no need to kill innocent people indiscriminately.


    As the messy footsteps got closer and closer, soon a long-haired woman in a white shirt and jeans with blood stains on her body stumbled away while supporting a pale young man in a dark blue suit with a bleeding abdomen. come over.


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s crowd, the two were stunned for a moment, and after seeing the guns in their hands, their expressions became frightened. Then, after noticing that they were decidedly different from terrorists, Qi Qi became excited.


    "&%@...!"


    The young woman was babbling nonsense, who knew what she was talking about?


    Guo Shouyun was about to speak, but his and Matthew''s expressions changed drastically. Because they all heard the sound of extremely fast heavy footsteps in the corridor. Apparently...it''s the pursuer.


    They could hear it, and naturally the men and women who had just run up could also hear it.


    "you��!"


    The women realized they couldn''t understand their own language and were just about to speak in English. But before she could speak, Guo Shouyun stepped forward and pulled him down.


    "Idiot, get down!"


    "Clap...!"


    The sound of gunfire, which was suppressed by the silencer, rang out.


    The chasing terrorists made the empirical mistake of thinking that the target had no guns, so instead of keeping their guard, they charged forward with a stab. It happened to give a head to Guo Shouyun, who was waiting for work.


    After waving his hand to be alert, Guo Shouyun grabbed the woman and said in a low voice, "How many terrorists are chasing you?"


    "Two, but one was beaten to death by my brother at the entrance of the stairs!"


    The woman replied in fluent English.


    Letting go of her, Guo Shouyun silently pointed to the entrance of the stairs. Matthew and Barry knew each other, and formed a three-person team in search formation and walked over.


    Soon, Matthew''s figure appeared again.


    "Boss, both of them are dead!"


    "Collect their weapons, let''s move on!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Yes!"


    "Please wait a moment, please help my brother, he was hit by a bullet!" The woman saw that Guo Shouyun was the leader here, so she quickly grabbed his arm and pleaded.


    "We don''t have medicine and there''s nothing we can do!"


    "We have it, we have medicine in our room! Also, I have studied medicine. As long as you help me get my brother to our room on the third floor. . . You will get the friendship of the Kadel family." The woman said quickly.


    Guo Shouyun frowned, he didn''t have that many Virgin Hearts. It''s not bad to save these two people just now, but he doesn''t want to bring two oil bottles to face the unknown danger. But watching the other party die here is also against his principles.


    While weighing what to do, Rebecca, who had been standing beside him, suddenly pulled his arm. When he turned his head, he saw her nodding. Guo Shouyun moved in his heart.


    "Paul, Kasimov, you two take him!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    "Thank you, thank you!" the woman said gratefully.


    "Where is your room?"


    "Room 3201 on the third floor!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Matthew, have you packed your things?"


    "Packed, two AK47s, 230 rounds. Plus nine egg grenades, two black Sorkin-filled improvised explosive devices."


    After a brief glance, "You pick some of these things, and leave the rest to Barry."


    Although Guo Shouyun often engages in fighting and firearms training, his real combat experience is not as good as Bally and others, and he is far from the elite Matthew of the Marine Corps. These weapons play a far greater role in their hands than themselves. Moreover, he is the boss, and for such a dangerous thing to charge into battle, of course, bodyguards should do it.


    Matthew nodded and didn''t say much. He chose an AK himself, left some grenades and bombs, and gave the rest to Barry. With these weapons, the group''s strength has greatly increased has a lot of confidence.


    Throwing the bodies of the two dead terrorists into the trash can, after a little disguise, they came to room 3201 on the third floor. The entrance door had been kicked out, and there was still a corpse of a strong man in a black suit lying at the door.


    "This is our bodyguard, who was killed by them!" the woman explained next to him.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Go in!"


    Everyone followed their words and cleaned up the corpse. After passing through the door, a suite that was far more luxurious than Guo Shouyun''s room appeared in front of everyone. Without a doubt, this is a presidential suite. However, from Guo Shouyun''s current perspective, he has seen many such rooms. After a brief look at it, he turned around and asked, "I''ve brought it here, what are you going to do?"


    "Please put me all on the table!"


    With the permission of Guo Shouyun, Matthew and others acted according to their words.


    Then the woman took out a medicine box from the room and opened it quickly to start the operation. Rebecca called Natu over, and the two helped together.


    "Boss, I have searched both inside and outside, and found no danger." Matthew said.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he turned and walked to the living room window to look outside. It is a pity that this side is close to the sea, and it is impossible to see the confrontation between the Indian special forces and those terrorists.


    Regret is regret, but looking at the ground, Guo Shouyun measured the height, "Bring the curtains and sheets!"


    Matthew guessed what he was thinking in an instant, and then acted quickly to get all the things Guo Shouyun wanted. As a five-star hotel, the bed sheets and curtains of the Taj Mahal Hotel are obviously of good quality and full of resilience. Tear into pieces without picking, and twist into a rope very strong.

 Chapter 359： royal descendants

    Chapter 359 Royal Descendants


    The distance from the window on the third floor to the first floor is about 8 meters. Only 7 meters of rope is enough. With the curtains and sheets of a presidential suite, it is enough to make such a long rope.


    "Boss, it''s alright"


    Looking at the rough rope, Guo Shouyun took it and pulled it hard, "Is it long enough?"


    "The length is definitely enough. But now there are Indian police outside, and we have firearms, plus it is night and the light is dim, if they are regarded as terrorists, we are in danger. Moreover, we are not yet Know if the room on the second floor, or a corner on the first floor, is really hiding terrorists," Matthew reminded.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. In addition to the difficulties he said, Guo Shouyun also extremely did not trust the capabilities of the Indian police or special forces. If they were mistaken, they would definitely turn into gun handles and be slaughtered by others.


    "I know it''s dangerous to go out now, but it''s just as dangerous to stay here. And two terrorists have died, and the rest will not be silent. If they find that they are glued, there will inevitably be casualties. This is something I don''t want to see. Yes. In contrast, it is safer to go down through the window. Also, don''t go to the first floor first, go down to the window on the second floor from here, and then we will continue down when it is safe."


    "clear"


    "Go get ready, rest for a while and we''ll act immediately"


    "Yes"


    After Matthew left, Rebecca came over with a tired look.


    "How about it"


    "The bullet has been taken out. Katya is bandaging him."


    "Katya is the woman just now"


    "Yes, her name is Kaja Singh Kader, the direct daughter of the Kader family"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I''m afraid you asked me to save them before for the Kader family."


    "Well, the Kader family is a political giant in southern India. Before India abolished the reign of kings and annuities in 1971, the Kader family used to be the royal family of Travan Kol, the largest state in southern India."


    In the later period of the Mughal Dynasty, there were nearly 700 large and small states in the Indian subcontinent. Especially in the southwest of Delhi and on both sides of the Ganges, small states gather and are numerous. Their territorial size and economic strength vary greatly, from small tribes consisting of only a dozen villages in the mountains, to the kingdoms of Mysore and Hyderabad occupying the Deccan Plateau, they have their own postal system, currency, railways, And an education system dominated by local languages, no less than some European countries.


    After the British East India Company entered the Indian subcontinent, it adopted a policy of differentiated treatment of these states. The British often allied themselves with some of the princely states against others, which were hostile to Britain. Such a policy made relations between the various princely states and the United Kingdom far and near.


    For those native states that opposed Britain, the East India Company annihilated them and annexed them; and for the native states that expressed submission to its own, Britain signed a contract with them, agreeing that they would continue to exist and have semi-independent sovereignty. By the time of the disintegration of British India, there were still 562 such states, covering 11.45 million square kilometers, accounting for 453 of the total area; the population was 86 million, accounting for 13 of the total population at that time. Among them, the larger and more populous states include Hyderabad, Mysore, Indore, Jammu and Kashmir, Travankol, and Junagad.


    As we all know, after the Second World War, the trend of independence broke out in India. The United Kingdom, which was drained by World War II, was unable to continue its colonial rule. Coupled with the constraints of the United States, India could only be independent. Then came the famous Mountbatten Act.


    The bill stipulates the establishment of two countries, the Federation of India and the Dominion of Pakistan, and the remaining Indian states can choose to become independent or join India or Pakistan according to their own will.


    Later, at the Federation of Native States discussing the partition plan of India, powerful princes of the native states such as Hyderabad, Mysore, Indore, Jammu Kashmir, Travan Kol, and Junagad opposed the partition plan. He has repeatedly expressed his desire to remain in the Commonwealth as a little brother.


    But at this time, a man named Patel appeared. This person was in charge of the Ministry of Homeland Affairs and was a good friend of the then Indian leader Nehru. It is undeniable that although Patal is a dogleg, he is indeed a capable dogleg. Moreover, they are well versed in the essence of American carrots and sticks.


    First, a piece of alliance agreement was used to bring the most important national powers such as national defense, diplomacy, transportation and communication to the central government. Boil the frogs in warm water, and destroy the small soil first. When India, which had annexed these states, became more powerful, it began to show its sword against the big states such as Hyderabad, Mysore, Indore, Jammu and Kashmir, and Travankol.


    It is a pity that in the Indian peninsula, except for the Sikhs and Gurkhas who are brave and good at fighting, the rest are simply a group of pustules. The native army, which was raised by the rainy tropical rainforest climate in southern India, is even more pustules to the extreme. Hyderabad, in particular, has the title of the richest native country, and the 100,000-strong army suffered less than 2,000 casualties, and was wiped out by the Indian army. Most of the other states are similar.


    India, which unified the whole country, cast aside the Mountbatten plan and directly changed the Federation of India to the Republic of India in 1950.


    In 1971, a constitutional amendment was passed on the grounds of equality of citizens. Announced the abolition of the title of the king of the native state, confiscated his private assets, and suspended the payment of annuities. 562 native states have come to an end.


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    Without private property and annuities, the descendants of the royal family of the native country have also fallen sharply. However, people are different. Those who hold the sense of superiority of the descendants of the royal family, who are not divided into grains, and who are not diligent in their four bodies, are naturally eliminated and reduced to poor people.


    Those with flexible brains and those who can bend and stretch quickly rise from the previous foundation. The original Travancore royal family, the Cadell family, is the best example of a re-emergence.


    "Now, the Kader family is larger than the Nehru Gandhi family, and it is spread all over Kerala, and is also extremely powerful in the neighboring states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Especially the family leader Suksin Gokader is the chief minister of Kerala, and his brother, Summit Singh Kader, is the finance minister of Tamil Nadu. In addition, the Kader family is often associated with Bola, one of India''s four major business giants. Family marriage. The two are the inside and outside of each other and support each other, and they are the top wealthy aristocrats in India," Rebecca detailed.


    "So it is" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "The man we rescued just now is the direct line of the Kader family, the second son of Suk Singh Kader, Vikas Singh Kader. And that woman is Kaja Singh Kader, the former''s sister. Save them. , we will get the friendship of the Kadel family, which will be very helpful for the expansion of the group''s business in India."


    "I didn''t expect you to ask so many messages in such a short period of time."


    "Katya is just a student who has just graduated from Cambridge University Medical School for less than a year. If I can''t even deal with a 23-year-old girl, I''m afraid I don''t have the ability to be your assistant, by the way. Katya is a Top Indian beauty, if the boss can seize the opportunity, it will be easier for us to develop here in the future."


    Looking at Rebecca, who was smiling but not smiling, Guo Shouyun shook his head helplessly, "When did you like pimping?"


    "pimp"


    Rebecca didn''t understand the word. Guo Shouyun didn''t say much, turned around and walked towards the restaurant. The injured person lying on the table originally had a large circle of bandages wrapped around his abdomen at this time, and his clothes had also been changed.


    "boss"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun coming, Natu said quickly.


    "Where''s that woman?"


    "Go back to the room to change clothes"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "How is he?"


    "After the bullet was taken out and bandaged, the situation has stabilized. But because of the injection of anesthesia, I haven''t woken up yet."


    "Thank you for saving my brother"


    Hearing the crisp voice behind him, Guo Shouyun subconsciously turned his head to look. Soon, a tall and slender woman wearing a dark purple t-shirt with broken white flowers, skinny jeans and white sneakers, with long wavy hair casually scattered over her shoulders, appeared in front of him.


    The genes of the royal family have been screened for dozens of generations, and there is no doubt that they are beautiful. But the beauty of this Indian woman in front of her made Guo Shouyun, who was used to seeing beautiful women, amazed.


    It is strange to say that in a country like India where women are oppressed, it is actually a powerful country that is rich in beautiful women in the world. In the Miss World over the years, almost no country can match India except Venezuela.


    "Hello, my name is Katya, thank you very much for saving me and my brother"


    Looking at Bai Nen''s palm that was stretched out in front of him, Guo Shouyun reached out and shook it briefly, "It''s just the right time."


    Although the woman in front of her is very beautiful, even stunning. And it is very similar to the Indian female doctor in the Jackie Chan movie Kung Fu Yoga that he had seen. But now Guo Shouyun is no longer an impulsive boy just because he was beautiful. UU reading


    "We are leaving here soon, are you and your brother going to stay, or are you going to come with us?"


    "you are leaving"


    "Of course there is no food, no clean water, are you staying here to die?"


    "The special forces have come, and they will be able to rescue us soon."


    "The special forces have long been blocked by the hostages in the hands of terrorists. Moreover, the fifth floor is already on fire. Maybe it will burn here soon. I don''t want to wait to die."


    "Boss, everything is ready," Matthew said.


    "Walk"


    Guo Shouyun strode to the balcony of the living room. This is the only room in the entire presidential suite that still has curtains. After looking at the situation outside through the binoculars, "Bali, Lao Luo, you two are the heaviest and fastest, and this reconnaissance mission is handed over to you. Remember, in order to avoid causing the ism of the Indian police outside, from Down the side of the balcony."


    "Yes, boss"


    "Paul, Kasimov, you two are monitoring the movement outside. Matthew, your marksmanship is the best here, so you should use this AK. If the police on the opposite side becomes hostile, shoot at us and kill him." Guo Shouyun said fiercely.


    Matthew nodded, even though he wasn''t a professional sniper when he was in the army. But the distance between the buildings outside is less than 100 meters. The line of defense set up by the police is only about 40 meters. This single distance, with the ability of the AK assault rifle and his marksmanship, is almost foolproof.


    Seeing that everyone was ready, Guo Shouyun took a deep breath.


    "action"


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 Chapter 360： Unlucky Guo Shouyun

    Chapter 360 The Unlucky Guo Shouyun


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    Following Guo Shouyun''s order, Lao Luo and Barry, who grabbed the rope, were as agile as monkeys and disappeared out of the window almost silently.


    The distance between the third floor and the second floor windowsill is no more than three meters, almost in an instant, the two reached their destination.


    After knocking on the closed window with the dagger he carried with him, the backs of the two disappeared from Guo Shouyun''s sight.


    Nervously, he listened to the movement on the second floor, but the most unexpected gunshot did not sound. About five minutes later, Lao Luo''s head appeared on the balcony again, and then made an ''OK'' gesture towards it.


    Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief.


    "Rebecca, Kasimov, the second group of you!"


    The two nodded. Although Rebecca was afraid, her years of experience in shopping malls gave her the calmness that ordinary women don''t have. Know that in this situation, follow orders to keep yourself safe.


    Seeing that there were fewer and fewer people in the room, Katya, who was standing on the side, panicked. It is human nature to make them feel that in dangerous situations, it is safer to gather together. Therefore, she subconsciously wanted to be with Guo Shouyun and the others. And these people have guns and are very skilled.


    "Please take us away, please!"


    "Maybe it''s more suitable for you to stay here and wait for the special forces to rescue you!" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "No no, I want to be with you!"


    Seeing this, Guo Shouyun didn''t find it too difficult. In fact, after learning about the situation of the Kadel family from Rebecca, he had the idea of ??saving the two.


    Guo Shouyun is a businessman, and he will do anything that can help his career.


    "It''s okay to take you away, but your actions must follow our command, otherwise I won''t be responsible for anything!"


    "We all listen to you!"


    Katya nodded hastily.


    "Matthew, you''re carrying that injured guy. You... on my back!"


    "I can go down by myself!"


    "I don''t trust you!" Guo Shouyun said unceremoniously. The further down the hotel, the more dangerous it is, and making any noise can be fatal. Therefore, he must be extra cautious. Katya, a delicate girl who had just walked out of the university, could not be trusted by him at all.


    For the belittling in his tone, Katya, who had been living in superior conditions since childhood and had a proud temperament, instantly became annoyed. But before she could speak, Guo Shouyun continued: "Remember what you just said, and follow my instructions."


    "You..., hum!"


    Looking at the man''s icy look in front of him, Katya with a pretty face snorted coldly, then walked to Guo Shouyun''s back unwillingly, stretched out her arms and ruthlessly restrained the thick neck of the man in front of her.


    "release��!"


    "Why, you asked me to come...!"


    The time was urgent, Guo Shouyun didn''t give her any more chances, and after pulling away Katya''s arm, he took off the backpack on his back and put it on his chest.


    The laptop hard drive in the backpack contains a large amount of confidential company information. As well as important events, celebrities and entertainment information in his past life memories. It is the lifeblood of Guo Shouyun. Although there are backups, its importance cannot be underestimated.


    After finishing the arrangement, Guo Shouyun turned his head and glanced at the annoyed woman behind him.


    "Okay, come on up!"


    As soon as he finished speaking, he felt a soft body ''bang'' pressing down on his back. After stably catching the soft body coming from behind, Guo Shouyun said lightly, "You should lose weight!"


    "I''m 168 centimeters and weigh 105 pounds, which is a standard figure!" Katya gritted her teeth.


    Women in any country, especially beautiful women, are very concerned about their weight and figure.


    However, Guo Shouyun did not continue to talk about this boring topic. His eyes turned to Matthew, "Are you all right?"


    "All right!"


    "Walk!"


    After grabbing the rope and stepping on the stool to climb up to the window, Guo Shouyun hung his body outwards, stepped on the outer wall of the balcony with his feet, and moved down step by step.


    With the weight of the two on him, it was obvious that he couldn''t move quickly. Fortunately, the distance between the balcony on the third floor and the balcony on the second floor is not long, half a minute is enough.


    Just as Guo Shouyun stepped on the balcony on the second floor and was about to let Katya from behind go in, a violent explosion suddenly sounded in his ears.


    Maybe because of the distance, maybe because it was more powerful, this explosion was louder and more alarming than all the explosions he had heard before. There was a feeling that the whole hotel was shaking.


    "ah��!"


    Just when he tried to stabilize his body, a scream suddenly sounded in his ear.


    "damn it��!"


    Guo Shouyun''s face changed greatly, and before he could say "shut up", he felt the arms around his neck loosen. In a critical situation, he subconsciously released his right hand and grabbed it backwards. There was a soft touch, and then a strong falling force, which caused his body to drop a little. However, he was relieved that nothing happened.


    "boss��!"


    Seeing the sudden discoloration of Bally, who was standing on the balcony to meet him, Guo Shouyun''s heart skipped a beat, as if feeling something, he turned his head and looked behind him subconsciously. I saw a terrorist with a headscarf on the balcony next to him, half of his face covered, and a terrorist with a gun in his hand was pointing his gun at them. Through the transparent tempered glass, Guo Shouyun clearly saw the other party''s hideous eyes. At such a close distance, Guo Shouyun felt a strong death threat even with the tempered glass and the bulletproof vest on his body.


    With a ''hum'' in his head, he didn''t have more time to think about it, and subconsciously let go of the left hand that was holding the rope, and the whole person fell with gravity. Then the gunshots rang in my ears.


    "Boss, boss!"


    "Clap...!"


    Although the first floor is higher, it is less than four meters away from the second floor. Plus the grass below slows down the downforce. Therefore, although the back landed first, Guo Shouyun was not injured.


    Of course, he didn''t care to check whether he was injured or not. The moment he landed, he dragged Katya, who had passed out, and rolled into the corridor inside. Dodged the sight and trajectory of the terrorists on the second floor.


    However, just when he was relieved and thought it was safe, a black thing the size of a palm fell from the second floor.


    At first sight, Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank a little, and a huge fear hit his heart.


    "It''s over!"


    "Boom!"


    With the burst of fire and the deafening sound, Guo Shouyun, who was trying his best to curl up, felt as if someone had struck his back with a giant hammer. His head also seemed to be hit hard, his eyes darkened, and he fainted instantly.


    When he woke up again, it was already two days later.


    Looking at the bandaged legs and left arm, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. The parts that were changed are all there, and the most important thing is that the life is saved.


    "Squeak." With the sound of the door, Katya in a pink dress walked in. Looking at Guo Shouyun lying on the bed with his eyes open, he walked over with a pretty face full of joy.


    "you''re awake?"


    In a word, Matthew and Lao Luo, who were dozing off on the chairs next to them, also turned their attention.


    "Boss, are you awake?"


    After his eyes swept over the three of them in turn, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Help me up."


    Before Matthew and Lao Luo could act, they were stopped by Katya next to them.


    "No, your leg and left arm are badly injured, you must lie down and recover!"


    Seeing her persistence, Guo Shouyun suddenly smiled and said, "Is this a concern?"


    "For the sake of saving me!" Although Katya''s tone was arrogant, there was a hint of shyness on her face.


    "Boss, do you need us to go out?" After Matthew and Lao Luo looked at each other, the former laughed.


    The sarcasm meant that even an idiot could hear it. Katya is not as open and straightforward as Western girls. She glanced at Guo Shouyun with a ruddy face, "Since you are awake, then I will go see my brother!" After finishing the sentence, she was about to turn away, but then quickly turned back. , "I picked these fruits, remember to eat them."


    After he finished speaking, he put his things on the bedside table, then quickly glanced at Guo Shouyun and turned to leave.


    "Boss, congratulations on getting another beautiful woman''s heart!" Matthew was more straightforward than Lao Luo, who was a Chinese.


    "Forget the joke. Tell me about my injury!"


    After Matthew nodded, his face became straight, and he told him the situation before and after Guo Shouyun was unconscious At that time, there were not one but two terrorists who were startled by Katja''s scream. The first shot was killed by the better marksman Barry. The one inside became alert and threw a grenade directly from the broken window. The grenade was originally intended to blow up Bally, who was on the second floor. As a result, the terrorist''s aim was too poor. After hitting the balcony, it rolled to the first floor. It happened that the unfortunate Guo Shouyun came across.


    Fortunately, the grenade bounced outward after being stressed, so the distance between the explosion point and him was widened. Coupled with the protection of the helmet and bulletproof vest, Guo Shouyun''s important head and torso were not injured. Instead, the exposed leg and left arm were injured. As for Katya, apart from the skin injury she suffered when she was dragged into the corridor on the first floor by Guo Shouyun, there was nothing wrong with her.


    After Guo Shouyun was injured, the furious Matthew and others killed another hidden terrorist, and left the hotel with Guo Shouyun.


    Just like that, no one was hurt. Only he, the key protection object, was in a coma for two days in the hospital. It''s unlucky enough.


    "How''s it going outside now?"


    "Mumbai is still under martial law, but order of life has been restored. The terrorist attack at the Taj Mahal Hotel lasted 78 hours, killing 52 people and injuring more than 200. The fire on the fifth floor destroyed half of the hotel, and the Tata Group suffered heavy losses. In addition, there were 12 terrorist attacks in Mumbai, killing more than 300 people and injuring more than 1,000. According to the information released by the Indian government, the attackers were the ''Deccan Mujahideen'' organization and belonged to Muslim extremists. Now , the Mumbai terrorist attack has shocked the world. In order to further avoid the resulting sectarian conflict and more attacks, martial law has been declared throughout India!"

 Chapter 361： investment and return

    Chapter 361 Investment and Return


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    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Did anyone come while I was in a coma?"


    "Ratan Tata, and Suk Singh Kader of the Kader family, the mayor of Mumbai, the chief minister of Maharashtra, and the ambassador of the U.S. embassy in Mumbai. But because you didn''t Wake up, so I was blocked by me. Oh, by the way, Miss Wendy has been calling. She is very concerned about your injury, and let me tell her as soon as you wake up. "


    "Wendy? I''ll call and tell her myself!"


    Matthew nodded quickly and handed the phone to Guo Shouyun. He could not wait to do so, after all, that Miss Wendy was also a difficult master to serve.


    Turn on the phone, and the missed call pops up. In addition to Buddy Morris, Tim George, William Zhang and other subordinates, Michael Davis, Timothy Geithner, Ao Guanhai and other friends are also there.


    For three years he has managed an enviably vast network.


    Call Wendy first, and after comforting the beauty, call back these friends and subordinates one by one. By the time everything was over, it was already noon.


    Unexpectedly, Rebecca and Katya had prepared lunch and brought them here.


    "Boss, Katja''s western food is very delicious, I think you should try it!" Rebecca laughed.


    "So I''m lucky!"


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "But my right hand is inconvenient, who is willing to do it for you?"


    "This kind of thing is of course the most suitable for Miss Katya." After speaking, Rebecca stood up, glanced at the two with a smile, and walked out.


    After the door closed, Katya picked up the lunch box, scooped a piece of tomato soaked rice with a spoon, and handed it to Guo Shouyun''s mouth.


    "Ms. Mark said you like beef, but you are not in good health. You can only eat vegetarian food for the time being. This is my tomato and egg with rice, you can try it!"


    "I didn''t expect that in addition to being beautiful, you are also good at cooking!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile after chewing and swallowing.


    "Thank you. My mother said that to be a good girl, you must learn to cook. And I like to study food myself." Katya laughed.


    Guo Shouyun was not surprised by her answer. In an unequal society like India, women must master the skills of cooking. It is as if Chinese women had to be able to cook, take care of the family, and take care of the children in the past.


    "By the way, how is your brother?" Guo Shouyun asked after nodding.


    "Already awake, but can''t get out of bed yet. And after he knew that you saved him, he wanted me to take him to thank you." After a pause, he glanced at the handsome man leaning on the head of the bed, "Your name is Bruce ��Guo?"


    "You knew already?"


    "Well, what my dad said. He said that you are the youngest financial genius and business tycoon in the world. You started from scratch for three years and founded a large number of companies such as Matrix Group, Phoenix Company, Ruby Company, etc., which are very well-known in the United States and even the world. Company!...I can''t tell, you are so amazing!"


    "Is it amazing? I have more powerful ones, you don''t know!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Really? Tell me about it?" Katya''s eyes lit up.


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just as Guo Shouyun was about to speak, there was a sudden knock on the door.


    "Please come in!"


    As the door opened, Rebecca walked in.


    "Boss, Mr. Caddell has come to see you!"


    When she stepped back to the side, a slightly fat middle-aged man in traditional Indian clothes stepped in.


    "dad!"


    Seeing the person coming, Katya happily greeted him.


    The latter smiled and nodded to his daughter, focusing on Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. Guo, I came here to express my gratitude to you. Thank you for saving my son and daughter." Suk Singh Kader walked to Guo Shouyun''s bed and said.


    "You''re welcome. I think in a situation like that, anyone with integrity would lend a helping hand!"


    Although the actual situation at the beginning was very different from the scene he said now, Guo Shouyun would never admit that he took a fancy to the forces of the Kadel family to help him.


    "Mr. Guo''s character is admirable. By the way, the situation in Mumbai is very chaotic now, and terrorist attacks may happen again. Therefore, for the safety of Mr. Guo, it is better to go to Trivandrum to cultivate. I can represent Karen The Del family promises to provide Mr. Guo with the best medical conditions!"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, and after a few thoughts in his mind, "Actually, I also want to leave Mumbai. Since Mr. Kader has invited me, I will not refuse!"


    "Haha, I believe that the decision made by Mr. Guo is the most correct one." He stood up, "Mr. Guo has just woken up and is still very weak, so I won''t bother you much. I will wait for you to arrive in Trivand in the future. Lang, we still have many opportunities to chat."


    "Okay! . . . Rebecca, give me Mr. Caddell."


    The latter nodded, "Mr. Cadel, please!"


    "Mr. Guo, farewell!"


    "goodbye!"


    Suk Singh Kader stopped again when he reached the door, "Katya, Daddy is leaving. Won''t you come and see me?"


    "Who said that? Aren''t I just about to send you off!"


    After his bright eyes swept across Guo Shouyun, he took his father''s arm and walked out with him.


    After the two left, Rebecca closed the door.


    "Boss, are you really going to leave Mumbai?"


    "Is there anything you can''t do?"


    "Of course not, aren''t you going to call on the officials of the Maharashtra Electricity Commission?"


    "Of course I do. Just looking at the current situation in Mumbai, I''m afraid they don''t have the heart to see me. And don''t you think the Kader family is more worthy of investment than Maharashtra?" Guo Shouyun said with deep eyes.


    The Kader family''s influence spreads across the three southern states of India, and even has a deep influence in the entire Indian political circle. This kind of top giant is a good investment target for Guo who wants to enter the Indian market.


    Naturally, Rebecca can weigh things too. He nodded in approval, glanced at Guo Shouyun, and said softly, "I think your attitude towards Katya seems to be different?"


    "Really? Maybe!"


    In fact, Guo Shouyun is very clear about the reasons for his attitude change. Because, engaged in finance and business for a long time. He analyzes a problem, or does everything from an ''investment and return'' perspective. Katja Singh Kader, who almost cost him his life, if such a heavy investment cannot get a sufficient return, then his loss is too heavy.


    Looking at the man''s unfathomable expression in front of him, Rebecca frowned slightly. At this moment, she felt that the man in front of her had changed again. Become deeper, wiser, and less predictable. And, more like a superior.


    "Boss, do you want to take a look at the villa that Ratan Tata presented?" Rebecca wisely changed the subject.


    "Have you been to it?"


    "I''ve been there. I brought pictures here!"


    "Show me!"


    Rebecca, who had expected such a request, took a lot of photos in advance.


    "good!"


    After taking it over and flipping through it, Guo Shouyun nodded in satisfaction. The style of the villa is American manor style. The front is lawn, green plants with high and low matching, and parking garage, and the back is tennis court, swimming pool and other leisure facilities. The main body is a red and white three-story main building, which looks very beautiful overall.


    "The whole villa covers an area of ??5,600 square meters, and the main building has an interior area of ??1,800 square meters. There are three floors above ground, one basement floor, 13 rooms, and 4 bathrooms. The interior and exterior decoration are typical American style, and the price is about 5 million US dollars. "Rebecca said.


    "Ratan Tata has a heart!"


    "For him, this effort is simply insignificant. If you can please the boss, it is undoubtedly the best for the Tata Group."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "By the way, Matthew said that Ratan Tata came to me?"


    "Yes! This hospital was arranged by him. In addition, he specially explained that boss, you must call him as soon as you wake up. Although, I have not called now. But Eratan Tata He must have received a sober message from the boss. I believe he is on his way."


    At this moment, with a ''squeak'', Katya, who had gone out before, pushed the door and walked in After looking back and forth between Rebecca and Guo Shouyun, "Are you going to chat again?"


    "Something at work. By the way, where''s your dad?"


    "He wants to arrange for you and my brother to go back to Trivandrum with me. I''m busy right now!" Saying that, Katya walked to Guo Shouyun''s side. Just as she was about to speak, there was a sudden knock on the door.


    "Dong dong...!"


    "Come in!"


    "Boss, Mr. Ratan Tata is here!"


    The bodyguard standing outside pushed open the door and walked in.


    Guo Shouyun and Rebecca exchanged glances, "Please come in, Mr. Tata!"


    The bodyguard nodded, turned to go out, and soon Ratan Tata in a black suit walked in with his assistant and bodyguard.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s great that you are sober!" Ratan Tata walked quickly to the hospital bed with a look of excitement.


    Regardless of whether the excitement and happiness on his face were fake or not, at least in Guo Shouyun''s eyes, he felt very comfortable. Of course, he, who also often does this, knows exactly what is going on.


    "I''m sorry Mr. Tata. I''m much better now!"


    "Mr. Guo is very kind. You were injured at our Taj Mahal Hotel. I have an unshirkable responsibility for this. It is the Tata Group and I who should come to see Mr. Guo and apologize." said Then, Ratan Tata waved his hand. The two bodyguards at the back carried a long package, and after opening it quickly, an oil painting was revealed.


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    Chapter 362 Indian Rose


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    "Is this Claude Monet''s oil painting "In the Middle of the Prairie"?"


    "Mr. Guo is indeed a connoisseur. This is "In the Middle of the Prairie" created by Monet based on his wife Camille."


    Looking at the woman lying in the sea of ??flowers holding a white parasol quietly reading, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Sure enough, it''s a masterpiece of Impressionism!... But what did Mr. Tata mean by bringing it here...?"


    "Since it was brought here, it is naturally given to Mr. Guo!"


    "Give it to me?"


    "That''s right. Just take it as an apology for Mr. Guo''s injury this time!" Ratan Tata showed a sincere expression on his face.


    "How embarrassing that is. My injury has nothing to do with Mr. Tata. Wouldn''t it be too narrow-minded to accept it?!"


    "Mr. Guo has been thinking too much. The Taj Mahal Hotel is the property of Tata Group. Mr. Guo was injured in a coma there. Naturally, it has something to do with us. As the chairman and CEO of Tata Group, it is also appropriate for me to apologize. Therefore, please Mr. Guo must accept this painting. Otherwise, the merciful God will not forgive me!"


    Looking at the oil painting in front of him, and then looking at Ratan Tata, whose expression and words are extremely sincere, Guo Shouyun admitted that he is still one level behind the other party in terms of expressive ability and language appeal.


    "Since Mr. Tata has said so, if I don''t accept it, I will appear unreasonable. So, thank Mr. Tata for this painting!"


    "Haha, I should be the one to say thank you. By the way, Mr. Guo, the Solande hospital I arranged for you is the best private hospital in Mumbai. You can rest assured to live here and take care of yourself. All expenses will be covered. I''m in charge!"


    "Thank you very much for Mr. Tata''s kindness. But I promised Miss Kader that I would go to Trivandrum. So, there is no way to continue living here!"


    "Trivandrum, Kader?"


    "Uncle Tata!"


    Along with the address, Katya also followed up with the etiquette of skilled Indian women when meeting their elders.


    "Katya, you are getting more and more beautiful. ... Mr. Guo, Katya is a delicate rose in the upper class of India. You should start early!"


    "Uncle Tata...!"


    Ratan Tata smiled, "Mumbai has been very chaotic recently because of the terrorist attack. It is also suitable for Mr. Guo to go to Trivandrum to cultivate. However, please tell me the address when Mr. Guo gets there, and I will smoke. Time to visit!"


    "OK!"


    "Then I won''t disturb Mr. Guo''s rest! Goodbye!"


    "Goodbye! ... Rebecca, send me Mr. Tata!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    Watching, accompanied by Rebecca, Ratan Tata and his party disappeared outside the door. The expression on Guo Shouyun''s face also relaxed. Dealing with such an old fox is quite a mental thing.


    "Wow, it''s really Monet''s oil painting. I heard that in 1999, it sold for $1.54 million at Christie''s in New York. Uncle Ratan Tata is willing to give you such an expensive thing? It''s too much. Incredible!"


    Looking at her excited and adoring eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Things are good, but what is more than ten million dollars worth to the Tata Group? Moreover, since he is willing to give me such a precious oil painting, he will definitely get more from me in the future!"


    "Since you understand, why do you agree?"


    "I have suffered such a serious injury, of course I can''t suffer in vain. And my company needs an Indian partner, and Tata Group is a good fit!"


    Katya nodded. Although she came from a wealthy family, she didn''t know much about business after studying medicine in college.


    "By the way, Katya. What are you going to do in the future?"


    "I want to open a hospital to provide medical services to the poor ordinary people in India. This is also my original intention of studying medicine."


    He glanced at her in surprise, not expecting that she had such a noble ideal from a noble background. And from the look of it, it doesn''t look like a fake.


    "Then do you have your own hospital now?"


    "Not yet! Both my father and brother asked me to work in the hospital for a period of time before they agreed to build a hospital for me after accumulating experience!" Katya said with some dissatisfaction.


    "They are also doing it for you. Running a hospital is no easier than running a business, especially if you are still a charity hospital. If you don''t have experience, it''s easy to go bankrupt."


    "I know experience is important. But I can start small."


    "It seems that you are very confident in yourself!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Of course! I''m the ''Indian Rose''!" Katya raised her neck proudly.


    Born of Aryan descent, she has a fair complexion and a smooth and tender skin that is unique to the East. At this moment, against the backdrop of the sun, Katya looks like a proud white swan. With a slender figure, it is full of thrilling beauty.


    Guo Shouyun looked at it with admiration and continued: "If you think you can do it, I can help you in this regard!"


    "real?"


    "Of course! I have established a lot of charitable funds in the United States. I like to do charity, and I don''t mind setting up one in India!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "That''s great, Bruce, thank you!" Excited, Katya, exposing her nature, put her arms around Guo Shouyun''s neck and kissed him on the forehead a few times.


    As the so-called ''that girl is not pregnant''. A few days ago, he was rescued by Guo Shouyun''s hero, and now he has learned about his extraordinary talent and status as a rich man, coupled with his handsome appearance, I believe that few women can resist such a man.


    And when Guo Shouyun was kissing himself, he raised his uninjured right hand, took the other person''s soft body into his arms, and took the initiative to kiss at the red lips.


    With the fiery atmosphere and the brewing of the ambiguous atmosphere, the actions of the two became intense.


    "Cough cough...!"


    The sudden sound, like a thunder, woke up the two who were indulging in male and female love. Compared to Katya, who got up in a panic and hurriedly pulled down her bra to cover her white and tender **** that were exposed in the air, Guo Shouyun looked calmer and calmer.


    "Boss I really don''t want to interrupt you. But here comes Maharashtra State Minister Vijay Ali Khan, and US Ambassador to Mumbai, Mr. Michael Rudy." Rebecca stood at the door, watching the two of them with a hint of ridicule in their voices.


    "You guys are busy first, I''ll go see my brother!"


    After being smashed into a good thing, Katya, who was blushing, hurried to the door.


    Looking at her back, Guo Shouyun took a few pieces of paper from the carton next to him and wiped the lip print on his face.


    "Okay, let them in!"


    Rebecca nodded, glanced at him, turned and walked out.


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 Chapter 363： Padmanabha Swami Temple

    Chapter 363 Padmanabha Swami Temple


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    Trivandrum, the capital of Kerala state. Guo Shouyun came here at the invitation of the Kader family after receiving the ambassador of the US embassy in Mumbai and the chief minister of Maharashtra.


    Kerala, located at the southernmost tip of the Indian subcontinent, has a typical tropical rainforest climate, where rivers and rivers traverse and the climate is humid. Even now it is winter, it still does not feel cold. It is very beneficial for Guo Shouyun, who is recovering from his injuries.


    Moreover, in order to repay his kindness, the Kadel family specially gave him a set of manor for convalescence. It just so happened that he didn''t have to buy a house anymore. As for hotels, after the terrorist attack at the Taj Mahal, he vowed to never stay in any hotels again in his life. Even if you spend more money to buy a house, you don''t live in a hotel.


    "Bruce!"


    Looking at the beautiful woman wearing a white floral long-sleeved T-shirt and a black skirt with a hip wrap, smiling and walking towards him, Guo Shouyun put down the book in his hand and stood up.


    "Didn''t you go to inspect the decoration of the hospital, why did you come back so soon?"


    Katya was naturally close to the man''s arms, wrapped her arms around his sturdy waist, and said with a friendly smile: "The engineering team you chose is very responsible. I don''t think there is anything to worry about, so I came back early!"


    After holding the close Ruhua Jiaotong and kissing her lightly, "I thought you missed me!"


    "You are my boyfriend, of course I miss you!"


    "Take it, let''s go exercise!"


    "Don''t. Your legs aren''t completely healed yet! Oh, by the way, it''s time for you to change your medicine!" Saying that, Katya gently pushed the man away from her arms and turned to get the medicine box.


    There is a saying that it takes a hundred days to break the muscles and move the bones. Although Guo Shouyun only has bone fractures and soft tissue damage, it also requires at least a month of recovery.


    Katya is indeed a very good doctor. She is basically responsible for Guo Shouyun''s injury recovery these days.


    "All right!"


    Guo Shouyun looked at his thighs covered with white gauze and fixed wooden boards, and said helplessly, "How long should I continue to wrap around this thing?"


    "Hee hee, it will be taken down in a week."


    "A week? Oh my God, I''ve had enough!"


    "Okay, a week is fast. Come on, I''ll take you out for a walk. Moderate exercise will help your recovery!"


    After habitually putting his left arm in Katja''s arms, Guo Shouyun walked awkwardly towards the garden behind the manor.


    This manor is located on a hill outside Trivandrum, from which you can see the city of Trivandrum, which is the size of a county-level city in China, and the turbulent Arabian Sea.


    Looking at the man with a calm expression and looking at the man in the distance, after hesitating for a while, "Bruce, will you return to the United States after your injury recovers?"


    "I will stay in India for a while, then go to China to deal with some work, and then return to the United States." After a pause, looking at the worried expression on the beauty''s face, Guo Shouyun smiled, "Don''t worry, India has I also have a private jet for a lot of our company''s business. So, I will come here often in the future. Besides, you are so beautiful, I can''t bear to leave you behind."


    Saying that, he raised his hand and scratched the bridge of the other''s pretty nose.


    Katya turned from worry to joy, and clenched her arms tightly, "This is what you said, if you can''t do it. I''ll go to the United States to find you."


    "I''ll be happier if you come to America!"


    "I want to go too, but I can''t bear the people here! Especially my parents and my ideals!"


    "It''s okay, I understand!" After touching the beauty''s head, "Katya, I''m bored here all day. Why don''t you take me out for a walk."


    "Okay, where do you want to go?"


    "go there!"


    Guo Shouyun raised his hand and pointed, in the center of Trivandrum, a magnificent building with a white appearance appeared in Katja''s eyes.


    "Padmanabhaswami Temple?"


    Katya, who belongs to the local indigenous people, quickly recognized the origin of the building.


    "Yeah! ... I found myself quite unlucky, staying in a five-star hotel can even encounter terrorist attacks, so I''m going to worship God, bless me not to be so sad in the future!"


    Looking at the deplorable expression on Guo Shouyun''s face, Katya smiled ''puchi'', "Bruce, you need to be pious to get God''s blessing. If you have obvious intentions like you, God will punish you!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Katya, in the thinking of our Chinese people. People come first, and gods are just accessories. If I worship you, then the incense, candles, paper money, and merit donations will not be missing from you. But if you are useless, I''m sorry, don''t stay where it''s cool. If you don''t demolish your temple and pour your golden body, I''m already good-natured!"


    The pragmatic worldview and the theory that man conquers nature seriously violated the morality and ethics that Katya has always followed. After listening, her head was a little short-circuited.


    Looking at the stunned Katya, Guo Shouyun touched her head with a smile, "Let''s go! Come with me to change clothes!"


    On the way back, Katya repeatedly confirmed that what Guo Shouyun said before was indeed serious and not joking, and after pondering for a long time, she said something complicated and emotional.


    "You Chinese people are so scary!"


    Now Guo Shouyun''s travel is more troublesome than before, especially after the terrorist attack at the Taj Mahal Hotel, he has further strengthened the security around him. It takes more than half an hour to prepare.


    Twelve bodyguards and five cars in front and behind protected Guo Shouyun and Katya from leaving the manor. Except for the first time, Guo Shouyun was the second time he came into contact with the market in Trivandrum.


    It has to be said that the difference between North and South in India is indeed much larger than imagined. In terms of ethnicity, because the North is often invaded by Persians, Mongolians, and Aryans from Central Asia, the skin color is generally white, and because of the mixed-race relationship, there are more handsome boys and girls. In the South, relatively speaking, they are short in stature and darker in complexion. Except for some differences in appearance, they are almost similar to black people.


    There are also differences between the two languages. Hindi, popular in the north, is rarely spoken in the south. Because India is not like China, there are few empires that truly unify the entire Indian subcontinent. Therefore, the South has its own culture and language. For example, in Kerala, its official language is Malayalam. Tamil Nadu, next door, speaks Tamil.


    In addition, compared with the north, the south is relatively wealthy. Bangalore, Chennai, and Mysore are all economically developed cities in India. Moreover, the religious atmosphere of the South, the literacy rate of the general population, the death rate, the crime rate, etc., are all higher than those of the North. In the case of Kerala, the death rate is very low, the literacy rate is among the best in the world, the birth rate is lower than that of the United States, and it is rapidly declining, and the life expectancy in Kerala is close to the level of the United States and Western Europe. In more than 900 villages with a population of 30 million, 80% of which are rural, there are more than 5,000 libraries and more than 3,000 newspapers and magazines published. Each township also has its own newspaper, which is distributed to every household.


    Except for the Hinduism that 58% of the people believe in, this place is definitely two worlds from the India in the impression of ordinary people.


    Of course, because of these differences, South and North India also have their own discrimination. Northerners think Southerners are rude, dark-skinned, and uncivilized. Southerners feel that northerners are poor and that **** and robbery destroy India''s image.


    Seeing is better than seeing, although Guo Shouyun doesn''t know what the typical northern Indian cities like New Delhi and Kolkata are like. But Trivandrum is definitely better than Mumbai. Although in his opinion, the people here are also very poor, but they are less noisy and more peaceful.


    The car was parked outside the temple gate, where there are many devout believers. They were lying or sitting, which made Guo Shouyun deeply feel the erosion of religion on Indians.


    "What''s up with him?"


    Guo Shouyun pointed at a **** man. He was lying on a stone railing, staring at the **** statue in the temple, and then inexplicably wept.


    This is simply too incredible for Guo Shouyun.


    "He''s a devotee of Lord Shiva, don''t bother him!"


    Kaja pulled Guo Shouyun''s arm and walked towards the interior of the temple under the **** of bodyguards.


    "Miss Katya!"


    After a group of people walked in, a monk in traditional Indian clothing came over and said respectfully.


    Katya folded her hands together and returned the devout salute before they continued to walk in. Then Guo Shouyun found that the monks here all made the same action after encountering Katya.


    "Do you come here often?"


    "No, except for special holidays, I rarely come here."


    "Then how do they know you?"


    "It''s very simple This Padmanabha Swami temple was built by the royal family of Travankol. Although India banned the state, this temple still belongs to our card. The Royal Family of Del. Now the management of the entire temple is done by the Khadr Foundation."


    "So, these guards and monks are all vassals of your family?"


    "You can say the same!" Katya nodded, "The front is the temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, remember to take off your shoes and go in, don''t speak, and kneel and worship with piety."


    Seeing her solemn appearance, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Do not worry!"


    Shiva, one of the three main gods of Hinduism, was formerly the "Beast Lord", the **** of reproduction in the Indus civilization era, and Rudra, the **** of Vedic storms. Weird and grotesque appearances, mainly including Linga, terror, tenderness, superman, three faces, dance king, Lijia, and half-daughter. Linga is the most basic symbol of Shiva. .


    The image of Shiva seen by Guo Shouyun has the typical image of Shiva with four heads and three eyes. He holds a three-fork in his hand, a conch, a water jug, a drum, etc.; The moon is used as decoration, the hair is coiled into horns, and the symbol of the Ganges is on it. A golden cobra is coiled around her neck, and a white bull sits next to the rosette.


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 Chapter 364： saber in hand

    Chapter 364 The Sabre in the Hand


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    The atmosphere here is the same as the atmosphere in the temple and church that Guo Shouyun has seen, mysterious and quiet. After Katya''s visit to the shrine, the two left here and continued to move backwards.


    The hall on the second floor is not the **** Vishnu thought by Guo Shouyun, but a lotus flower. The third floor hall is even more strange, and it is actually a pair of feet.


    When he followed Katya''s devout pilgrimage and toured the temple, he asked the confusion in his heart.


    "Isn''t the Padmanabha Swami Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu? Why is there no statue of him in the three main halls?"


    "Is this related to a legend?"


    "legend?"


    "Yes! According to legend, a saint prayed to the god, hoping to see him. The **** turned into a naughty little boy and swallowed the holy object used to worship the god. The saint chased the boy angrily, and the boy hid. Under a big tree. The big tree fell down and turned into a huge form of Lord Vishnu. The sage recognized Lord Vishnu and begged him to be smaller, to 3 times the size of a normal person. Vishnu After the deity narrowed down, he told the sage that he must pass through 3 gates to worship him in the future: the first gate is dedicated to Lord Shiva, the second gate leads to the lotus on the navel of Lord Vishnu, and the third gate is behind the feet of Lord Vishnu, This foot can lead believers to the salvation of God. The Padmanabha Swami temple was built according to this oracle.��


    "So it is!" Guo Shouyun was stunned!


    After chatting, after the two passed through a corridor, there were many fewer believers and monks around. The whole courtyard looked very empty. Especially at the end of the corridor, a room was locked with iron chains.


    "Katya, what is this place? It looks like it''s been locked for a long time."


    "I don''t know either. However, there are many forbidden places in the temple that even I can''t go to. This should be one of them!"


    "Forbidden land? You are the princess of the Kader family. This is the property of your family. Why can''t you go?"


    "There is so much injustice to women in this country!" Katya shook her head and did not continue. But from her expression, Guo Shouyun saw a kind of sadness and loss.


    After seeing her as his own woman, Guo Shouyun did not touch the weakness in her heart again. However, when he was supported by Katya and walked forward, Guo Shouyun turned his head and glanced at the tight door at the end of the corridor, and a dim light flashed in his eyes.


    Under the leadership of Katja, after visiting the 7,000-square-meter Padmanabha Swami Temple, the two left together and returned to the manor where he lived.


    After having dinner in the evening, Katya, who still lived with her parents, could not spend the night here with Guo Shouyun. After all, the feudal atmosphere of Indian society is too strong, and even Kaja, who is an upper-class society, must abide by some conventional moral bottom lines.


    After asking Rebecca to send her away, Guo Shouyun stood in front of the window and stared at Trivandrum, which was hidden in the lights at the foot of the mountain. After a long time, he turned around slowly, "Except Matthew, everyone else go out!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    The other bodyguard in the room turned and left the room.


    "Go and close the door!"


    Matthew nodded and did what he said.


    Guo Shouyun walked to the desk and took out a satellite phone from the drawer. After simply dialing a few numbers, it was quickly connected.


    "boss!"


    A rude but respectful voice came from it.


    "Rudy, how is the training of the second batch of inner guard troops now?"


    "After a year, I''m basically a qualified soldier. But it''s still far from the elite that the boss needs."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "How many people are left now?"


    "147!"


    "Almost half eliminated!"


    "Yes!"


    "How did the two people I handed you do?"


    "That Hua Lei and Deng Feng?"


    "Um!"


    "The two of them are the best in the second batch, especially in terms of fighting. Except for me and Lao Li who can play a few tricks with them, only a Thai named Mungo can fight with them. The rest are basically I can''t stop them from making three moves."


    Hua Lei is the black Chinese who Guo Shouyun helped in the UK three years ago. More than a year ago, after his child''s leukemia was cured with the help of Guo Shouyun, the whole family moved to the United States. He himself will become Guo Shouyun''s bodyguard. However, because Hua Lei Kung Fu was good enough, but lacked, or basically had no military knowledge in firearms, combat, etc., Guo Shouyun handed it over to Rudy Muller Chen''s Yulin Island to train with the internal guards.


    As for Deng Feng, he is Hua Lei''s junior and junior, and his family is relatively poor. Therefore, before coming to the United States, he was recommended to Guo Shouyun by Hua Lei.


    Now, the two have been training for over a year. In addition to the top fighting ability, it is now the best of the two batches of inner guard troops.


    "Is this Mongo qualified to enter the ''Saber''?"


    "Fighting ability, shooting ability, reconnaissance and counter-reconnaissance, camouflage, etc. are all qualified, but the brain is relatively stupid. What others can remember three times, he can remember ten or even twenty times. Therefore, in chemistry, Basic knowledge such as computer operation is weak.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Has his family background been checked?"


    "Investigated. My parents are still alive, and I have six siblings. By the way, this Mongo has a quarter of Chinese ancestry."


    It is not surprising that Thais have Chinese ancestry. Even more than 50% of the people in Thailand have Chinese ancestry, but after hundreds of years of assimilation, in modern times, the culture and customs that belong to the Chinese have basically disappeared, and they are not Chinese.


    "What about your relationship with your family?"


    "Very close, most of the monthly salary is sent home!"


    After pondering for a while, "Include this Mongo in the ''Saber'' reserve. If he can pass the final assessment, let him join."


    "clear!"


    In the relationship between people, there is a distinction between closeness and distance. As a successful person, Guo Shouyun, who is very concerned about his own life safety, wants to have a loyal and loyal elite. After Molly Bevan''s accident, she made up her mind and formed a "Saber" on the basis of the internal bodyguard unit.


    In the past three years, there have been only six people who have obtained the qualification of the "Saber".


    Rudy Mueller Chen, in charge of the training of the internal guards of Habayashi Island.


    Matthew Bloom, stay by his side to keep him safe.


    Pire Lee, travels the world to select qualified trainees for the Interior Guard.


    Yuri Luzhiov, the best guy in the first batch of trainees. Hunters from the Siberian wasteland. The sniper ability is comparable to that of the legendary Soviet sniper Vasily Tsaisev in "Come to the City". Now responsible for the security of Guo Shouyun Guo''s manor.


    The remaining Hua Lei and Deng Feng, although they have obtained the qualifications of "Saber", are still training on Yulin Island.


    In order to ensure the loyalty of the "Saber", Guo Shouyun gave them enough money. Moreover, they also brought all their families to San Francisco. The meaning is also very clear. I have given you enough money to ensure a superior life for your family. If you still choose to betray, don''t blame me for being rude.


    Of course, in order to avoid contrarian psychology. The conditions were spelled out in advance before these men joined the Sabre. If you do not accept, you can not join. But once you accept it, you can never go back.


    "How many are the third batch of internal guard trainees?"


    "87! Currently undergoing shooting and physical training."


    "Well, well done. ... Are there any more death row prisoners bought from the dark web?"


    "Also, but not much!"


    "How much is left?"


    "8!"


    "What about the next batch, when will it arrive?"


    "The fastest will be in two weeks."


    "several?"


    "12, all of them are Philippine drug dealers!"


    Guo Shouyun''s training of his own internal guards is not behind closed doors. Although there is no real war for the time being. However, they have been buying death row prisoners from various countries through the dark web, so that the trainees can see blood.


    "You buy another 20 from the darknet for me. Also, select the best team from the second batch of training teams, add Hua Lei and Deng Feng, and let them buy the remaining eight and the next Twelve condemned prisoners sent to Trivandrum, Kerala, India, I am useful!"


    "clear!"


    "never mind!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun waved to Matthew. After the latter came over, "You also saw the Padmanabha Swami Temple. I will give you ten days, and after ten days I will ask for all the geographic information within ten kilometers of it. Including rivers, buildings, etc. , population distribution, everything. Also, buy the largest house closest to the temple.��


    "Boss, you also know that Indians are religious. I''m afraid it''s not easy to get a house near the temple."


    "You can use some means when necessary, I don''t think I need to teach you!"


    Seeing the coldness in Guo Shouyun''s calm expression, Matthew froze in his heart.


    "Understood, then your safety...!"


    "I will stay here most of the time during the recovery period. With the protection of bodyguards outside, there will be no problem with safety."


    Matthew nodded, "Then I''m busy!"


    "Um! Go ahead. Be careful not to let anyone notice your actions!"


    "Yes!"


    When Matthew opened the door and left, Rebecca just came back.


    "Man, send it away?"


    "Yes, arrange Lao Luo and Kasimov to escort!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "I may have to stay in India for a while due to my leg injury. Therefore, the schedule to go to China is postponed. In addition, let the company''s people buy a residence in Pengcheng, Magic City and Beijing. If you want a courtyard house, the bigger the better. As for other cities, you can decide."


    "Yes!"


    Rebecca wisely didn''t ask him why he stayed in India to recuperate instead of returning to the United States? Moreover, she never believed that the other party was just for Katja Singh Kader. In fact, based on a woman''s sensitivity and her decades of life experience, she found that for Katya, the big boss was more out of possessiveness than love. Or, after his only fiancee who was planning to marry fell into a coma, only Wendy Roosevelt, who was still in the United States, could make him emotional.


    Of course, no matter why Guo Shouyun insisted on staying in India or his feelings, Rebecca, who was a subordinate, did not care. She is also wise to keep her identity and not in vain.


    "Also. In the next week, as the president of Anping Company, you will visit the Kerala State Electricity Commission and the Oil and Gas Commission to see if you can get electricity, natural gas and oil here. A business that fits our core business.��


    Rebecca nodded, "With the strength of the Kadel family in Kerala, I believe we will definitely gain something."


    "I saved him a son and a daughter, there is no doubt about that. But the most important thing in cooperation is mutual benefit. Don''t be greedy and lose this incense."


    "Isn''t there Katya? Take her down, boss, you can become an in-law with the Kadel family!"


    "Compared to fragile feelings, benefits are eternal. As for Katya, let''s talk about it after she gives me children!" After a pause, "I remember Vikas Singh Kar who was rescued by me. There''s a Kader Gas Company under Del''s name, right?"


    "Yes. Kader Gas is the largest private gas company in the three states of southern India, with more than two million customers in India! According to the survey, the reason why Vikas appeared at the Taj Mahal Hotel is to explore the gas market in Mumbai. ."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "You can cooperate with Kader Gas in business. You can consider taking a stake or a joint venture. It would be great if you can get the natural gas pipeline business in India through Vikas and the Kader family."


    "Boss, I''m afraid it will be very difficult."


    "I know it''s difficult. But I didn''t say immediately, lay the foundation first, and when we have a solid foundation in India, there will naturally be opportunities."


    "clear!"


    "Also, I remember you told me. In India you know some elite scholars of high society?"


    "You want to see them?"


    "Not bad! To make the right decision, in addition to accurate intelligence, there is a team of advisors who are wise and have a deep understanding of the reality. I think it''s time to put it together!"


    After three yearsGuo Shouyun has built an enviable career with his previous knowledge. But foreknowledge always runs out. How to ensure that he can still make correct decisions and lead the development of various companies after losing his foreknowledge has become something he needs to seriously consider. And as time went on, the question became more and more important to him.


    The way Guo Shouyun thought of was to set up his own team of consultants. Because he was starting from scratch, he wasn''t ready to eat it into a fat man. According to Guo Shouyun''s plan, first set up five groups of ''India'', ''Europe'', ''Japan and South Korea'', ''Huaxia'' and ''United States'' around him, with three or four people in each group. It is also the strategy team that will be the main investment target in the future, and will be gradually enriched in the future.


    In this way, in terms of military force, there are internal guard troops and sabres that are beginning to take shape, and in terms of literature, there is a professional advisory team.


    A good system definitely trumps a smart head at any time, over a long time span.


    "I will contact you as soon as possible!" Rebecca said.


    "I''m all right!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    "Then you rest early, I''m leaving!"


    "Um!"


    Hearing the sound of the door closing behind him, looking down at Trivandrum hidden in the darkness and the turbulent Arabian Sea in the distance, a firm voice rang out to himself.


    "After a year of silence, I finally found my passion when I started my business three years ago!... Hehe, everything has just begun!"


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 Chapter 365： Temple Treasures That Cant Be Abandoned

    Chapter 365: Temple Treasures That Can''t Be Abandoned


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    Time passed day by day as Guo Shouyun recovered from his injuries. In addition to handling company affairs on time, Guo Shouyun''s most frequent visit is Padmanabha Swami Temple. A week later, he basically figured out the approximate location of the secret room in the temple.


    After sending away the difficult and difficult-to-handle Miss Katya, Matthew pushed the door and walked in.


    "Boss, I just contacted the ''Ocean''. They arrived at Pier 2 in Trivandrum at 1 am tonight."


    "Is the border check proper?"


    "It''s been checked. They''ll relax the inspection of the Ocean."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. In a country like India, as long as there is a heart. Smuggling by sea is too simple for the powerful Guo family.


    Looking at the time, Guo Shouyun stood up.


    "Go, go to the ''house'' first!"


    The house in his mouth was a property that Matthew bought near the Padmanabha Swami Temple according to his orders. There are two floors up and down, with a yard of about 100 square meters and a basement of about 50 square meters.


    As soon as he walked into the basement, Guo Shouyun saw the shirtless bodyguards busy inside.


    "boss!"


    "boss!"


    Seeing the two coming over, the bodyguard quickly put down the bag of sand and soil in his hand and stopped to greet him.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and looked at the 1.5*1.5 meter square hole that had been dug in the southeast corner of the basement.


    "How deep is it now?"


    "Five meters down, 18 meters southeast."


    "Is it reinforced?"


    "Don''t worry, boss, it''s all been reinforced. It''s guaranteed not to collapse."


    Fortunately, it is now December, the season with the least precipitation in Trivandrum. Otherwise, if you dig the five meters, you will have to get a few water pumps.


    "That''s right. After tonight, someone will take your place!"


    A few bodyguards nodded. In fact, although they didn''t like being a groundhog, they didn''t complain at all under the promise of Guo Shouyun''s double salary.


    After simply looking at the entrance of the cave, Guo Shouyun did not go down to look. He believed that these bodyguards, and most importantly, under the supervision of Matthew, would not discount their explanations.


    Come out of the basement and help the bodyguards put the bags full of sand into the special light truck. Then these light trucks will pull the sand to another dedicated storage area on the outskirts of the city, waiting to be backfilled.


    "Boss, it''s almost time!" Matthew reminded.


    "I wash my hands!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, washed the mud from his hands, and turned around with Matthew to go out. It didn''t take long to arrive at the pier in Trivandrum.


    This is not a big international port, so it is easy to find the ''Ocean'' docked.


    Ocean is a 10,000-ton bulk carrier. It hangs under the shipping fleet of Anping Company''s transportation department. Usually, I will take some bulk cargo transportation business, but more importantly, I will do some private work for the internal guard troops under the name of Guo Shouyun. For example, this time the death row prisoners were transported to India.


    "boss!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun, Pire Li, who was in charge of the escort, quickly greeted him.


    After nodding at him, Guo Shouyun looked at the two men standing behind him. One of the two is nearly 1.9 meters tall, with a sturdy body, revealing an oppressive and aggressive temperament. The other one is only about 1.75 meters in size. Under the demonstration of a loose sportswear, his physique and muscles are not as conspicuous as the former. But the resolute face and sharp eyes make people subconsciously understand that this person is not simple.


    "Hua Lei, Deng Feng!"


    "boss!"


    The same title, for Hua Lei, who has a thick line and realizes that Guo Shouyun is very kind to his family, his tone is full of closeness and respect. And Deng Feng is more of a stylized respect.


    "Yes, stronger than before!"


    After Guo Shouyun stepped forward and patted the two on the shoulders, he took out the photos and letters prepared in advance from his pocket.


    "Here, this is given to you by your family. Hua Lei, your son is in elementary school. Deng Feng, your daughter-in-law said that your mother''s health has improved a lot, and you can get out of bed now."


    Looking at the photos through the lights on the boat, the two of them showed joy and excitement on their faces.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun didn''t forget the others when he won over the two Sabres members, and of course there are subtle differences in the treatment.


    "Everyone else''s photos and family letters are taken from Matthew. Everyone has a share!"


    "thank you boss!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and greeted Pire to step aside. Unlike these inner guard members who are still in training, he can call Pire at home at any time and does not need this kind of letter from home. And following Guo Shouyun for three years, the two sides are already familiar and loyal enough.


    "Is the road going well?"


    "smoothly."


    "That''s good. Where is the man?"


    "The secret room of the cabin, don''t worry, boss, twenty of them are all alive and kicking!"


    "Well, what do I want?"


    "Also in the cabin!"


    "Take me to see!"


    After nodding, Pires took Guo Shouyun into the cabin, and opened the partition in a hidden corner, revealing a space of about 30 square meters.


    This small space part-time job is the arsenal.


    There are ak47 of the king of individual soldiers, the enduring US military standard weapon m16, the latest aac honeypot PDW assault rifle of Pioneer; Barrett sniper rifle, Russian svd sniper rifle; rpg bazooka, c4 explosives, and various Various types of ammunition and grenades.


    All the weapons combined are enough to arm a reinforced platoon of more than 50 men. After suffering the loss of the terrorist attack at the Taj Mahal Hotel, Guo Shouyun, who was extremely disappointed with the security situation in India, began to consciously increase the strength of the armed forces around the headset. These weapons are only part of it.


    "Not bad! Deng Feng and Balbo are left as guards, and the rest bring some weapons and **** all the ''death prisoners'' away."


    "Yes!"


    In order to avoid too many people, the target is too large, causing unnecessary danger. It took three trips from the pier to the house to complete the shipment.


    "Pire, Hua Lei. You will be responsible for this in the future. Remember, all death row prisoners are not allowed to leave the basement. Otherwise...kill!"


    "Yes!" The two nodded solemnly.


    "In addition, when approaching the target location on the drawing I drew five meters, all the bodyguards withdrew from the tunnel. Only the death row prisoners were left."


    "clear!"


    "Finally, and the most important point. This is a busy city, and we must not let outsiders notice the abnormality here. Once an accident happens, if you can solve the problem, don''t hesitate!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s icy eyes, Pi Lei and Hua Lei sank in their hearts, and they understood that the boss attached great importance to this matter. Especially Pi Lei, who has known each other for three years, except when Molly had an accident, he has never seen Guo Shouyun''s murderousness as great as it is now.


    After explaining to the two of them, they took a last look at the hole in the basement before turning around and leaving with Matthew and some bodyguards.


    "By the way, you can help me find some boxes in the past two days. The volume should not be too large, and the material should be hard and strong. In addition, prepare some things for me to seal the box. I will use it in a few days!"


    Matthew''s eyes narrowed. Although he had some vague guesses about what Guo Shouyun had done, he abide by his duty and didn''t ask any further questions.


    Sitting in the back seat of the car, looking at the Padmanabha Swami Temple in the shadow of the night. Guo Shouyun''s eyes became erratic.


    In fact, on his first day in Thiruvananthapuram, he saw Padmanabha Swami Temple for the first time. It reminds me of the "Hindu Temple Treasures" that shocked the world in 2011.


    Although he did not remember the name of the temple due to his vague memory. But the appearance of the temple with a white appearance, beautiful statues all over the outer wall, and the shape of a pyramid-shaped temple, was engraved in my mind almost forever. Then after a period of understanding, he became more and more sure of his guess. So there is a later arrangement.


    Of course, given the danger involved, and the possible reputational damage later. Guo Shouyun also hesitated whether to take the treasure as his own. However, this hesitation did not last for a day and turned into firmness.


    People are selfish. Facing a fortune of over $10 billion, or even more. He couldn''t let himself give up.


    Jean is not a saint, but a capitalist who puts his own interests first! He can do charity, but to get fame. He can give up his wealth, but it will be rewarded in other ways.


    Gains and lossesGuo Shouyun has his own standards.


    "The Kader family, anyway, I also saved your two direct descendants. As for India, the wealth represented by this treasure can be turned into the investment of Anping Company here!"


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    "Boss, this is Mr. Ravi Dutt. Mr. Dutt and the boss are still alumni. After obtaining a doctorate in economics from Stanford University, he used to be a teaching assistant and lecturer at the University of San Francisco, and is currently a professor of the Department of Economics at the University of Hyderabad! "


    "So, I should call Mr. Dart Senior Brother!"


    Guo Shouyun stretched out his right hand to the middle-aged man in a suit and black-rimmed glasses, who was full of scholarly temperament.


    "Mr. Guo is very polite, it is also my honor to be an alumnus with you!"


    "...This is Mr. Nazarudin Karp, a graduate of Cambridge University Law School, who was involved in a claim against United Cyanide in the 1984 Bhopal gas leak. Currently an Indian The gold medal lawyer of the largest Landy Law Firm is good at corporate litigation, and has participated in 127 strong litigation cases over the years, with a winning rate of more than 90%!"


    Nazarudin Karp, like all the American lawyers Guo Shouyun has met, has a neat suit and almost unchanged gold-rimmed glasses, and always has a friendly smile on his face. But it is precisely these guys with unimaginable skills that can let you step into the abyss or go to heaven when you are not paying attention.


    "Mr. Karp, although I don''t know much about the legal profession, a 90% win rate is not an easy number to reach in that country. You are very good!"


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for your praise. Compared with Mr. Guo''s achievements in business and finance, these achievements of mine are not worth mentioning."


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    Chapter 366 The Bruce Foundation


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    "...This is Mr. Hrithik Ali. Mr. Ali graduated from Harvard University, majoring in financial engineering, and is also an MBA from Harvard Business School. He once served as the president of BP Asia and has retired."


    "Mr. Ali looks only fifty years old. It was when he was making big plans in his career, why did he retire?" Guo Shouyun extended his right hand.


    "Work is not the whole of life. Occasionally stopping and resting before going out will be more helpful to your future!"


    "Very incisive theory, but unfortunately I don''t have a chance to stop and rest now!"


    "I''m just a dispensable manager, but Mr. Guo is the owner of a number of world-renowned companies such as Enron Pacific, Matrix, Apple, etc. Naturally, he has to spend more energy. Moreover, Mr. Guo is now young and strong, and he has a lot of energy. Plenty, naturally you don��t need to be like me! You know, youth is a wealth that can��t be bought with money.�� &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    "Haha, Mr. Ali is really good at complimenting people!"


    "I''m just telling the truth!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Three, it is a great honor to invite you to my house today, please take a seat!"


    "thanks!"


    After the three said their thanks, they each chose a seat and sat down.


    Without Guo Shouyun''s instructions, Rebecca had already made the tea and brought it up.


    "Three, I have always had a soft spot for Darjeeling black tea in India, and I also used it to entertain the three this time, I hope you like it!"


    "Darjeeling black tea is known as ''champagne of black tea'' in India, and it has a richer taste than Assam black tea and Nilgiri black tea. It is our honor to receive such hospitality from Mr. Guo!" Nazaruddin Kha Pu laughed.


    "Darjeeling black tea is also my favorite drink!" Hrithik Ali continued. &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    Ravi Dutt has a common intellectual slur, even if he is Indian. In contrast, Hrithik Ali, who often hangs out in shopping malls, and Nazarudin Karp, who makes money by lip service, are much more slick.


    "The three are satisfied!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. The first time they met, he didn''t intend to greet each other too much. After a cup of tea, Guo Shouyun picked up the three-point document on the table and put it in front of them.


    "Please take a look at the three of you!"


    The three curious people quickly picked up their respective files and looked at them.


    Guo Shouyun waited quietly for the result with a teacup. About half an hour later, the three of them closed the documents one after another and put them on the table.


    "How about it, what do the three of you think?"


    After the three of them looked at each other, Nazarudin Kap said: "Mr. Guo''s conditions are very good. But can you give us some time to think about it?"&1t;i>&1t;/i>


    "Of course! This matter concerns the future of the three of you and your family, and it does take time to seriously consider. But I hope to get the results in a week at the longest. After all, although the Bruce Foundation India team was established at the beginning, I also Hopefully she will be up and running as soon as possible to help me with my decision-making in India."


    "We will reply to Mr. Guo as soon as possible!"


    "That''s good. You can bring these three-point documents back. If you agree, you can sign on them. If you don''t agree, you can return them. It''s all up to the three of you voluntarily!"


    After the three nodded with the same expressions, Ravi Dutt, who had been seldom speaking, suddenly said, "Mr. Guo, take the liberty to ask. You clearly think that the Bruce Foundation should be a think tank, right?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Apart from us who haven''t joined us, are there any other people among them?" &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    "At present, the Bruce Foundation is initially established, and it only has five groups: the United States, Western Europe, Japan and South Korea, India and China. Among them, there are 33 official members of the American group, including Libei, who used to be the senior vice president of Enron Group and is now the president of Enron Pacific. Miss Card; Michael Davis, former Governor of California; John Jamison, former Goldman Sachs senior partner and senior vice president; and my Kuok Business Group, Ruby, Matrix, Apple, Enron Pacific, Google CEO of the company, Phoenix, and managers of key subsidiaries."


    "Informal members include Michael Spencer, professor of business school at Stanford University and Nobel laureate in economics; Carl Rove, White House chief of staff and aide to President Bush; Senator Ou Guanhai of Illinois; Reserve Bank Governor Timothy Geithner; California Attorney General Bill Lockyer; Amazon founder Jeff Bezos." &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    These people in Guo Shouyun''s newspaper are friends who will basically not refuse his invitation.


    But even so, the three of them looked at him differently. Because apart from those senior managers under Guo Shouyun, none of the rest is easy.


    "Huaxia group, there are not many people at present. They are basically senior managers of my company. Western Europe group is similar, Japan and South Korea are still zero at present. India group, you three are the first batch of candidates I invite." After a pause Afterwards, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Mr. Dart, are you satisfied with this answer?"


    The latter nodded, "I want to know the difference between regular members and informal members?"


    "It doesn''t really make much difference. The full members, mainly for my personal advisory services. If you add the informal members, then the Bruce Foundation becomes a kind of ''American Enterprise Institute'' and ''Brookings Institution'' A non-profit organization of ideas."&1t;i>&1t;/i>


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo''s vision to be so grand!" Nazarudin Karp said in a complicated tone.


    Everyone is human, why is the other party so much younger, but still dozens of times better than you? At this moment, he, who has always been extremely confident and proud of his achievements in the past few decades, has no choice but to feel a little jealous of the young man in front of him.


    "People live for a lifetime, grass and trees last for an autumn. Apart from working to make money, you always have to do something different. Life is not in vain!" Guo Shouyun smiled indifferently.


    In this way, I talked about my vision and development steps for the future Bruce Foundation, and shared my insights on life and the future. The whole afternoon passed like this.


    "Boss, do you think they can agree?"


    Looking at the backs of the three of them, Rebecca asked. &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    "Hrithik Ali and Ravi Dutt should be fine. Not with Nazaruddin Karp."


    "Why do I think Ravi Dutt is more difficult. After all, he didn''t say a few words during the chat just now." Rebecca frowned.


    "Hehe. Who made him poor. No matter which country he is in, a professor is a high-paying profession for ordinary people. But in the eyes of the real rich, it is nothing. Also, you didn''t notice that he saw the last part of the contract. You can''t hide the joy from the look in your eyes when you get paid."


    Rebecca nodded, "A greedy professor of economics, is that really what you need?"


    "Everyone has desires, and greed is not entirely a disadvantage. As for whether he is what I need, it depends on his performance in the future. If he really has real talent and learning, I don''t mind spending money, and I don''t mind accommodating him. Innocent shortcomings. If he is only at the level of ordinary people, I can use him, and naturally I can fire him." After a pause, Guo Shouyun frowned, "Compared to Ravi Dutt, I am more worried about that person. Mr. Gold Medal Lawyer, this is a person who will not easily express his thoughts and ideas." &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    "According to our investigation, his personal assets are no less than 1000,000 US dollars, and the annual salary of 500,000 US dollars is really not easy to impress him." After some thought, Rebecca said.


    "Do you think he''s the kind of irreplaceable candidate?"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment and asked.


    "Ravi Dutt is indeed a very elite figure in the legal world. But there are not few people who can surpass him in the Indian legal world, just not many. Besides, among these few people, the only thing I know is Him. If it is replaced by other people, it may be necessary to re-invite! Moreover, these people basically have a superior life, and it is difficult to really join us."


    For truly capable people money is not what they value the most. The prospect of future career development is easier to arouse their interest than money. Just like Cai Chongxin was willing to give up the annual salary of 700,000 US dollars from the Swedish ab investment company, and joined Alibaba, which was a grass chicken, with 5oo Chinese coins. Of course, there are too few people with Cai Chongxin''s vision and courage, and the three people he invited basically do not exist. But they also belong to the elite and have similar ideas to other elite figures. &1t;i>&1t;/i>


    "Wait and see. If Nazarudin Karp refuses, we''ll invite another candidate. But one thing, the Bruce Foundation absolutely doesn''t want waste. Every one of them is better than lack!"


    The Bruce Foundation, which Guo Shouyun intends to build from scratch, belongs to his own top think tank. It is the core consulting organization that can influence its own business decisions in the future, and any one of them must be the elite of the elite.


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, how''s the talk with the Kerala State Electricity Commission these days?"


    "As you might expect, everything is going well. In the next three years, Anping Power will invest US$900 million in Trivandrum and Cochin, each building a thermal power plant with a total installed capacity of 35oMW. Moreover, the other party is still obscure. have indicated to us that if we are interested in the Tamil Nadu electricity market, they are willing to help us connect.��


    "Obviously, this is the Kadel family reciprocating!"


    Rebecca nodded, "I have been in India for six years, and this is the first time I have encountered such efficient business negotiations. This also fully proves the strength of the Kadr family in southern India, and the impact of the network on our development here. importance!"


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    Chapter three hundred and sixty seventh visit


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    "For the construction of the power plant, we will definitely seek loans and partners. My opinion is: to ensure our control and absolute management of the power plant, and then give a part of the equity to the investment fund of the Kader family. Since they have chosen to be generous, Then we can''t help but say something. Respect for exchanges and exchange of interests, so that our cooperation can last for a long time." Guo Shouyun said after a moment of indulgence.


    "clear."


    "Since the framework of the project has been negotiated, let Shahrukh Singh be responsible for the tedious procedures! As my assistant, you have a lot to do!"


    Rebecca nodded, "That''s right, boss. The Vikas Singh Khader you rescued will be discharged from the hospital tomorrow, do you want to...?"


    "Help me prepare a generous gift!"


    Guo Shouyun directly stated his attitude.


    "Okay, I''ll prepare right away."


    "Wait a moment!"


    When Rebecca turned around, Guo Shouyun stopped him again.


    "The Kadel family has been rich for hundreds of years, and the good things they have seen are loaded with loads, and things that can be measured purely with money are not in their eyes at all."


    Rebecca nodded in agreement. A big family that has been passed down for hundreds of years, the history, heritage, and wealth are completely unimaginable by ordinary people.


    Guo Shouyun thought for a while and said, "So, go to my private jet and bring the pen, ink, paper, inkstone and inkstone in the study here."


    Originally, he planned to ask Rebecca to buy it, but Trivandrum is not too big, and there may not be a traditional Chinese painting and calligraphy shop. To avoid wasting time, use your own stock. And his stock is top quality stuff. You can also get it.


    After Rebecca complied with the instructions and brought the pen, ink, paper and inkstone he wanted, Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it, splashed ink, and a piece of Meng Haoran''s famous poem "Guo Ren Zhuang" appeared on the paper.


    "The old friend has chicken and millet, and invited me to Tian''s house. The green tree village is close to the edge, and the green hills are slanted outside. Open the Xuan noodle garden, and talk about the wine and mulberry. When the Double Ninth Day, I will come back to chrysanthemum."


    After putting down his pen and briefly examining his calligraphy, Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction. After studying with Liu Zhixing for two years, he has some basics and is now quite skilled in running script. Although it is incomparable with other calligraphy, it is enough to give it away.


    After seeing that there were no flaws, Guo Shouyun left his own seal and insignia on it.


    The Kadel family is extraordinary, and the things given to them naturally cannot be fooled.


    Everything was in order. After Guo Shouyun reviewed his calligraphy again, he put away the seal and prepared to leave.


    As the night passed, the calligraphy was dry. As for the framing, forget it, the time is too short to be in time.


    Just when he walked out of the study and was about to rest in the bedroom, he saw Rebecca hurried over. Before he could ask, the other party took the initiative to say: "Boss, I just received the news that at three o''clock yesterday afternoon, the 101st Air Assault Division of the United States, the 82nd Airborne Division, the 1st Marine Expeditionary Force of the United States, and the 1st British Airborne Division. The Fourth and Seventh Armored Brigade entered the U.S. military base in Kuwait. Affected by this, the price of international gold, oil and other value-preserving products rose rapidly. At present, the spot price of gold in London has exceeded 368 US dollars, Brent crude oil, New York crude oil The prices are also over $27.3 and are rising rapidly.��


    Guo Shouyun''s footsteps suddenly stopped. The U.S. 101st Air Assault Division, the 82nd Airborne Division, the U.S. Marine Corps 1st Expeditionary Force, and the British 4th and 7th Armoured Brigades are among the most elite units in both countries. They were sent to Kuwait, apparently not on vacation.


    "When Saddam denied that Iraq had weapons of mass destruction, I guessed it would be today." After a long time, Guo Shouyun said slowly in a complicated tone.


    "It seems that Congress and the President have made up their minds to fight Iraq!" Rebecca said with a serious expression.


    "Of course! The manufacturing industry on which the United States is a strong country has basically been hollowed out. If there is no petrodollar, then the financial industry that has become the foundation will also be wiped out. Really at that time, the US economy will plummet and the country will collapse and disintegrate. It''s possible. So the political elites in Washington will definitely not allow this to happen. Whether or not there are weapons of mass destruction in Iraq, the country is doomed. Unless Sa-Dam is willing to change course and bow his head to lick Mr. President toes, otherwise...!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    Rebecca frowned and let Sa-Dam, who was full of ''holy battles'', bow down at the feet of Xiao Bu-shi? Forget it, she still thinks that when the two meet, it is more likely that Saddam will kill Xiao Bu with a single shot.


    "Then the Thunder Fund and the Mang Seed Fund need to make special explanations?"


    "No need! Just wait and see!"


    It is still far from the war, and before investing, he has discussed the upper limit of risk taking with Zhang Shaoling, Qin Zhicheng, John Lu Simie and Yu Fei. Once the prices of gold and oil reach this upper limit, they will sell without any special explanation from Guo Shouyun.


    "Understood!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun was about to turn around and leave, but stopped after thinking about it.


    "Rebecca, from now on, unless I tell you otherwise, you will keep me updated on international gold and oil prices every two hours. If there is a surge of more than 500 basis points, whether I am resting or not Let me know as soon as possible."


    "Yes!"


    "Okay, it''s getting late, go back to rest early!"


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    The next day, Guo Shouyun got up according to his biological clock, and when his legs were almost in good shape, he jogged for half an hour after not running in the morning for more than half an hour, and once again experienced the long-lost excitement of adrenaline bursting, which gave him a kind of feeling A feeling of rebirth.


    Running and fitness are indeed addictive things.


    "Boss, your clothes are ready!"


    After Guo Shouyun had breakfast, Rebecca brought over the neatly pressed suit.


    After taking a look, he put down his chopsticks and said thoughtfully, "Rebecca, wouldn''t it be better if I wore a long gown?"


    "You mean traditional Indian men''s clothing?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Very good idea. I think it will make the Kadel family feel your respect."


    If he imagines how he feels when he encounters foreigners wearing Hanfu and speaking Chinese, Guo Shouyun can experience the feeling of visiting an Indian family wearing traditional Indian clothing. Respect other people''s traditional culture and beliefs, no matter which country you are in, you can be appreciated, as well as the owner''s favor.


    "Go and help me choose a few sets. The colors are elegant and solemn."


    "Yes!...By the way, boss, would you like to choose a few more wrap dresses and headscarves for you?" Rebecca asked with a smile.


    The wrap skirt is the oldest and most indigenous garment of India. Back in Vedic times, men''s wrap skirts covered from the waist to the calf or the base of the calf. It is secured with a belt knotted at the front. The belts of men of wealth and status are balled at the ends and decorated with delicate embroidery.


    In contrast, long shirts and long-sleeved trench coats come from the Kushuang suits of the Yuezhi people, the rulers of the Kushuang Kingdom, a ruffled long-sleeved knee-length shirt with slits at the neck and simple or intricate decorations. This style originated from the nomadic civilization of horseback riding, and was also worn by most Scythians and Iranians, very similar to the clothes of the Parthians.


    The long-sleeved tight-fitting single-layer long trench coats are all made of the finest fabrics, with delicate patterns, worn over long shirts, showing the identity of the wearer. In winter, men in northern India wear a thick jacket with a layered layer, which is similar in shape to a trench coat and is also a very formal garment.


    As for the headscarf, it is a decoration that can only be worn by people of very high status in India.


    However, with Guo Shouyun''s aesthetics and habits, he is relatively more accepting of long-sleeved shirts that are somewhat similar to traditional Chinese clothing. As for some feminine wrap skirts and headscarves, thank you for not being sensitive.


    "No, I''m not used to that."


    Rebecca''s style is always so resolute, and in less than half an hour, he has sold three sets of long-sleeved shirts according to his request.


    Guo Shouyun chose a set of lavender clothes with white patterns around the neck, cuffs, and middle buttons Yes, Rebecca, the clothes you picked fit very well! "


    Looking at himself in the mirror, Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction.


    "With the boss''s figure and appearance, no matter what he wears, he is very handsome and steady."


    "Haha, I like your praise. Let''s go, it''s almost time."


    After the group went out, the convoy drove towards the downtown area of ??Trivandrum.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, who was looking at the scenery outside the window with great interest, "Boss, you have been in India for a month, you seem to be still very interested in this place?"


    "Of course! The best way to get to know a country is to get to know her city life. One month is not enough!"


    "Boss, didn''t you say: the situation in India is that 100 million Indians manage a billion slaves? If so, wouldn''t it be more efficient to understand their upper class society?"


    "Yes. But the basic needs of slaves can also provide us with a huge market, don''t they?"


    Rebecca nodded, and after a moment of silence, she suddenly sighed: "There is no rich class in any country in the world that can compare with India. They are so comfortable and at ease here!"


    Guo Shouyun understood why she had such feelings. Hinduism contains fatalism and causal reincarnation, which has shaped the top order of Indian society dominated by caste. Almost all Indians who believe in Hinduism believe that the reason why they are poor is not because of their lack of effort, but because of the cause and effect of their previous life. So in this life, you must live in peace and poverty, donate your wealth to gods and temples, in order to become rich in the next life. This kind of spiritual peace of mind has shaped India to have the most serious polarization between the rich and the poor in the world, but there has never been any revolution.


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    Chapter three hundred and sixty-eight of the Kadel family


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    Rich people enjoy their wealth without worrying about the bottom line being hostile to the rich. Poor people yearn for wealth, but feel that they should devoutly atone to the gods for their sins in this life, so that they can become rich in the next life. Therefore, the richest man in India, Mushke Ambani, can openly spend a billion dollars to build a 27-storey, 37,000-square-meter building in the center of Mumbai, bigger than Versailles in France, but only for his family of five. ''Hanging Gardens'' mansion without fear of harsh criticism from any class.


    If this were in Huaxia, it would have been attacked by the whole society.


    "Then if you were allowed to be a rich man in such a society, would you like it?"


    "Unless I was born Indian...!" Rebecca shook her head.


    Guo Shouyun understood her thoughts, but he didn''t want it either. In a highly polarized and almost lifeless society, it is too depressing.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Matthew in the co-pilot reminded.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looking at the magnificent building outside, which used to be the palace of Travan Kol, with a hint of admiration in his eyes.


    Although more than 70% of the people in India belong to the poor, the rich are still living in enviable circles.


    "Knock on the door last year!"


    After Matthew nodded, he quickly opened the door and walked out.


    With Guo Shouyun''s current relationship with the Kader family, naturally he will not be rejected. After the closed black wrought iron gate opened, the convoy drove in.


    The convoy drove along a straight garden road paved with slate, surrounded by tall buildings with three or even four stories high and with exquisite reliefs on their outer walls.


    Different from European and American manors, the Indian Royal Palace does not have too large gardens and lawns, and there is no fountain in the middle of the ''concave''-shaped building, but a square paved with flat slate. Judging from its wear and tear, it is clear that it has existed for a long time.


    When Guo Shouyun''s motorcade stopped in the square, Suk Singh Kader, who had seen him several times, had already brought his family to greet him at the door.


    "Mr. Cadel, I heard that Vikas was discharged from the hospital today, so I came here to congratulate him!"


    "It''s our honor to be visited by Mr. Guo. Vikas...!"


    Standing behind him, Vikas Singh Kader nodded, stepped forward and folded his hands and thanked Guo Shouyun: "Thank you, Mr. Guo for your help when we were at the Taj Mahal Hotel, otherwise there would be no Vikas. Singh Khader!"


    "Maybe it was God''s will that I appeared there on purpose, just to save you!" Guo Shouyun''s words seemed so sincere.


    After Vikas smiled and nodded, "This dress is very suitable for Mr. Guo."


    "I think so too!"


    After a brief exchange, Suk Singh Kader took over the conversation.


    "Mr. Guo, these are my family members. Let me introduce to you."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "This is my second brother, Summit Singh Kader, who is currently the finance minister of Tamil Nadu."


    In India, a man with a beer belly is a symbol of wealth and status, so this Samet Singh Khadr has the same condition.


    "Mr. Summitt, our company in Anping is preparing to develop the electricity and natural gas market in Tamil Nadu, and I hope you can provide some help at that time."


    "Of course. Tamil Nadu also needs a strong investor like Mr Guo."


    After the two briefly shook hands, Suk Singh Kader continued: "This is my third brother, Irfan Singh Kader, who is currently the president of Kader Group."


    Compared with the two older brothers, Irfan''s physique is slightly thinner. Moreover, his attitude and wrist in business are also more tactful. Before Guo Shouyun opened his mouth, he said, "Mr. Guo is a business upstart who is highly praised all over the world. I hope Cardel Group can have more business cooperation with you in the future."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he smiled and said, "This is exactly what I expected!"


    "This is my eldest son, Warren Singh Khader, who is currently the Director of the New and Renewable Energy Development Authority of Kerala!"


    Looking at the tall and handsome man wearing a traditional Indian wrap skirt, Guo Shouyun smiled and stretched out his right hand towards him.


    "I believe that Mr. Warren has a brilliant future in politics!"


    "Thank you. We in Kerala welcome Mr. Guo to invest in new and renewable energy here!"


    "The Indian market is a place we are optimistic about. I believe we will visit Mr. Warren often in the future!"


    Further back, Summit Singh Khader has already said hello. So Suk Singh Khader did not continue the introduction. As for the women with sari behind him, he didn''t seem to have any intention of introducing Guo Shouyun. Obviously, within the Kader family, women are still the same as the status quo in the entire Indian society, and they do not have much status. There is no part of their participation in matters involving the family''s distinguished guests and the future. Even Katya, who Guo Shouyun knew, just kept staring at the person he liked with beautiful eyes, but he didn''t dare to surpass him at all.


    After greeting each other, Guo Shouyun walked into the living room at the back surrounded by the Kadel family. The magnificent and exotic decoration was something he had long thought of, so he was not too surprised.


    After everyone sat down with courtesy, the servants served drinks. And Guo Shouyun also took out his own gift.


    "I came in a hurry this time, and I didn''t have time to prepare a good gift. So I temporarily wrote a message to Mr. Summit, as a congratulatory gift to congratulate you on your recovery!"


    He took the gift box from Matthew, opened it and handed it to the other party.


    "Can I open it now?"


    "certainly!"


    The box in which Guo Shouyun puts his calligraphy is a traditional Chinese cardboard box specially used for holding calligraphy and painting. With blue and white decorations, it looks very elegant. Of course it''s easy to take apart.


    "Is this a Chinese character?"


    Taking out the rice paper inside, and unfolding it, Summit said with joy and novelty. Of course, the rest of the surrounding people also gathered around with great interest.


    Having said that, I have to mention an interesting point. The Sino-Indian war in 1962 was a turning point in the relationship between the two countries. But what is interesting is that northern Indians hate China in various ways because of this. Southerners, on the other hand, felt nothing.


    The reason for this view is also simple. Northern India often forms a relatively unified state. South India, on the other hand, is a fragmented and independent country most of the time. In addition to modern India, even during the Mughal Empire, the south was also an independent kingdom. Coupled with differences in language and culture, North and South India have different attitudes towards China.


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "It is unimaginable that Chinese characters can write such wonderful art!" Suk Singhkader exclaimed.


    It''s not that he hasn''t seen Huaxia''s calligraphy and paintings, and even the Kadel family''s collection library has no shortage of Huaxia artworks. But even so, such a unique form of artistic expression is still amazing.


    "Any country has its own independent art and civilization. As one of the four ancient civilizations, India, I believe the culture and art here are just as splendid!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Mr. Guo, what do these words mean? Can you explain it for us?" Summit said with great interest.


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "This is a famous piece by Meng Haoran, a poet of the Tang Dynasty in China, called "Passing the Old Man''s Village." . Open the Xuan Noodle Garden, talk about the wine and sang Ma. When the Double Ninth Day, I will come to chrysanthemum.'' Meaning: The poet was invited by his friends to be a guest at his house, and received a very honorable reception. The poet is very grateful. The appointment will come later. We will visit again on important festivals!��


    Irfan Singh Kader said: "He describes a great and sincere friendship!"


    "That''s right! ... This calligraphy is given to Mr. Summit. I hope that we who have survived the danger to our lives together can become friends with sincere feelings!"


    "No, it should be my brother. When Mr. Guo was injured and saved my life I decided that Mr. Guo was my brother!" Summit said excitedly and excitedly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement. It is clear that there is a hit-and-miss for both parties who need each other in their respective relationships.


    Everyone revolved around Guo Shouyun''s calligraphy, and after a while, they all sat down.


    "Mr. Guo is an American. What do you think of the conflict between your country and Iraq, will war break out?" Sukh Singh Kader asked suddenly.


    "Mr. Caddell also cares about that?"


    "I''m afraid the whole world is concerned about whether the US-Iraq war will break out!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after thinking briefly for a moment, "I can''t be 100% sure whether a war will break out. But I am inclined to answer in the affirmative. As for the reason, Iraq, as the world''s second largest oil producer, its There is a financial structure that threatens America''s ''Petrodollar''!"


    "Mr. Guo, now the United Nations has not authorized the United States. Moreover, Saddam Hussein has also apologized to Kuwait and said that Iraq does not have weapons of mass destruction. The United Nations dispatcher has also confirmed this. Will the United States risk the world? No, insist on going to war with Iraq?" Warren Singh Kader frowned.


    Looking at him, Guo Shouyun smiled. It is understandable that young people have not been tempered too much in the world, and look at problems with too much idealism. If he did not have the experience of the two worlds, I am afraid that he would also have similar views to the other side.


    Of course, he doesn''t have much faith in the United Nations. But it is hard to believe that the United States is still opening up a second battlefield when the war in Afghanistan is not completely over.


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    Chapter 369 Simple Analysis


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    The reason for this is mainly because: whether it was China, which was a victorious country during World War I, lost Qingdao Island, or the laissez-faire of the League of Nations to Japan''s war of aggression against China during World War II, and the so-called United Nations forces in the Korean War that followed, all of them were. I told all the Chinese people a truth - in the face of real strength, the United Nations is a ''fart''!


    The rules are formulated for the weak to obey, and the strong always speak with their strength. Carrots and sticks are the eternal diplomacy of a powerful country.


    "I don''t think the United Nations can stop American action. In fact, the suspense of whether war will break out is still there, but it is not big."


    "Mr. Guo is so sure?" Warren Singer Kader asked with a raised eyebrow.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "The United States has millions of troops, most of which are conventional troops. There are not too many real elites. The most famous ones are the Marine Corps, the Delta Special Forces, the 82nd Airborne Division, and the First Armored Forces. Division, 75th Ranger Regiment, etc. Now these troops are in the US military base in Kuwait. Even the Delta Force and the 3rd Ranger Battalion were specially transferred from Afghanistan to Kuwait. These troops are not on vacation, let alone take a break."


    After a pause, he pointed out: "The possibility of war breaking out is getting bigger and bigger. If the Kadel family wants to take action in business, capital market, or politics, it must be accelerated. Leave it to Your time is running out!"


    Su Ke, Summit, Irfan, the three elders of the Kadel family looked at each other, and their expressions became more solemn.


    "I heard that Mr. Guo''s Thunder Fund has placed heavy bets on oil futures early on. It seems that with the possibility of the Iraq war breaking out, Mr. Guo will be like the gold market a year ago. I made a fortune." Sukh Singh Kader said suddenly.


    "Leiting Fund is a private placement, and the money in it does not belong to me, but to the customers of Leiting Fund. Therefore, if we really want to make money, Leiting''s customers make money, and we just earn some hard work."


    "40% profit sharing, this hard work is not a small amount!"


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Kader to know us so well." Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed.


    "As one of the most well-known private investment funds in the world, the name of Thunder Fund has long been heard in India."


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, "Mr. Cadel is also interested in Lei Ting?"


    "The investment yield of the Thunder Fund is very high, and of course our Kadel family is interested. It''s just that the United States is thousands of miles away from India, and we want to invest but lack the necessary channels."


    Thunder Fund has not set up special overseas companies and public accounts, and most of her business is currently in the United States. This may not be a big deal for clients in Europe and South America, as they are highly correlated with the US market and easy to invest in. But it becomes a big problem for customers in Asia and Africa.


    However, as for Lei Ting, Guo Shouyun has no plans to let it go all over the world.


    "If the Carder family is interested in private equity, I also have a private equity fund in Hong Kong called ''Mung Seed''. Although the scale is relatively small, it is still managed by me, and Mr. Carder can put the funds there."


    "Why not Thunder?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Leiting is in charge of the US and Western European markets. Mang Zhong is in charge of the Asian and African markets."


    "What''s the point of Mr. Guo''s division?"


    Warren Singer Kader asked suddenly.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, but didn''t say much. However, it can be seen from the blinking eyes of the three old Kadel family members, Suker, Summit, and Irfan, that they must have guessed.


    "Mr. Guo is really wise, and he thought of the development strategy and risk aversion methods decades later!" Suk Singh Kader said in a complicated tone.


    This young man who is younger than his two sons is really outstanding. He has never seen anyone at this age who has such a mature mind, a wit that is almost enchanting, as well as a person with skilled skills and long-term strategic planning.


    If he knew the saying, ''Having a son should be like Sun Zhongmou'', he would have sighed at this moment that ''Having a son should be like Guo Shouyun''.


    "If Katya marry him, it may be the best choice for the future of the Kader family!" Sukh Singh Kader suddenly had such a thought in his heart.


    "Actually, I just value China, a big and fast-growing market, just as I value the future development of India." Guo Shouyun said.


    He knew that Suk Singh Kader thought that the purpose of his separate establishment of the Mango Seed Fund was to avoid the political conflict between the United States and China. Strictly speaking, there was nothing wrong with this. Guo Shouyun really thought so at the beginning. But sometimes in front of outsiders, you have to use another set of rhetoric to cover up. After all, politics is a sensitive topic anytime and anywhere. Especially for him as a Chinese, it is never wrong to be cautious in this regard.


    "Master, lunch is ready!"


    After chatting for a long time, an older fat maid came over and said respectfully.


    After waving her down, Suk Singh Khader stood up.


    "Mr. Guo, in order to welcome you today, we have specially prepared a sumptuous lunch, please!"


    "I have long been longing for authentic Indian food, but during the time I came here, things went on and on, and unfortunately I encountered the terrorist attack at the Taj Mahal Hotel, and I never had a chance to satisfy my appetite! This time Thank you very much, Mr. Cadell, for your kindness!"


    "Haha, as long as Mr. Guo likes it!"


    "Please!"


    "Please!"


    After some simple and polite, the group came to the restaurant. To be honest, although he said it beautifully before, Guo Shouyun is not keen on Indian food. The reason is also very simple. First, although the things on the table are abundant, they are basically vegetarian. This is simply torture for Guo Shouyun, who has no love for meat. Second, Indian dishes are mostly soups, and they are not stir-fried like Chinese dishes, but like to be chopped into powder. Third, he is not used to curry. Fourth, he doesn''t like to eat with his hands. It''s too unhygienic. Even if he has washed his hands, the long-term habit will make him feel awkward.


    Even if he dislikes many things, he does not make himself too special because of the need to respect other people''s culture and customs.


    However, Guo Shouyun, who usually eats a lot, reluctantly filled his stomach and finished.


    In the afternoon, after the two sides exchanged some views and opinions on cooperation in several power plants and natural gas projects invested by Enron Pacific in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, Guo Shouyun got up and left.


    Looking at his retreating back, Sukh Singh Kader suddenly said, "Summit, what do you think if Katya is allowed to marry him?"


    "Katya?" Summit was stunned for a moment, and he soon realized that he was looking at the person''s retreating back. After thinking for a while, "He is indeed a very good candidate, but what about the Bora family?"


    "The marriage of the two families is just a habit of many years, and it does not mean that Katya must marry."


    Sammy nodded, "Is the other party willing?"


    "This is a problem, maybe we should explore his tone." Su Ke pondered.


    "I think it''s better to do some research first. For someone as good as Bruce Guo, not to mention other places, there must be many big families in the United States who are willing to marry. Although our Kardel family is considered a top noble in India, it is a In the world, there are many families and groups that are stronger than us. Maybe, people have already married people, but the outside world doesn''t know it. If this is the case, we rashly ask, won''t we change each other? have a close relationship, and are therefore estranged?"


    "Irfan''s words make sense, I think it''s better to investigate first!" Summit echoed.


    After pondering for a while, Suk Singh Kader nodded slowly.


    "Then do some research before making a decision!"


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    Guo Shouyun, who left Kader''s house, didn''t know the discussion about him at all, but in the next few days, Katja Singh Kader ran more diligently towards him A beautiful girl , revolving around you every day is really a happy trouble for the current Guo Shouyun.


    However, this trouble did not last long. The things he cared about most came to an end.


    "Boss, the ''house'' thing is done!"


    Matthew''s words made Guo Shouyun stand up from behind the desk with a ''swish'', so that he didn''t notice that his beloved pen fell to the ground.


    "real?!"


    "Yes!"


    Matthew nodded affirmatively.


    "Come on!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was excited and looking forward to it, turned around and planned to go out, but soon his footsteps stopped again.


    "No, it''s not dark yet, don''t worry!"


    After taking a deep breath and resisting the strong impulse in his heart, Guo Shouyun wondered if he should work for a while and then set off at night.


    But as soon as I sat down, my heart seemed to grow grass, and I didn''t have the patience to read the documents at all. After walking around the room for an unknown number of times, the sky outside the window finally turned dark. After hurriedly taking a few bites of dinner, he told Rebecca that no matter what happened, he should not disturb him at night, and took Matthew with him. Quietly left the manor.


    It was still the dilapidated ''yard''. After knocking on the door, the closed door opened silently, the car entered, and everything was restored as before.


    "boss!"


    The bodyguard standing in the yard on duty saw Guo Shouyun coming down and quickly stepped forward to say hello respectfully.


    After nodding his head and involuntarily glanced at the tall temple hidden in the darkness not far away, Guo Shouyun''s eyes became more eager.


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 Chapter 370： treasure hunt

    Chapter Three Hundred and Seventieth Pursuit of Treasures


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    "Look here, no one is allowed to enter!"


    "Yes!"


    "Walk!"


    Greeting Matthew into the basement, except for the bodyguards who are on duty with guns in their arms, they are the death row prisoners who brought up generations of sand under their watch.


    Because they are doing manual work, the food for these death row prisoners is quite good under Guo Shouyun''s explanation. At least there is meat to eat. Coupled with Guo Shouyun''s promise: after the matter here is over, they will be set free. So these guys are pretty honest. Sticks and sweet dates have always been the only way to go.


    "boss!"


    Pire Li, who was in charge of supervising the basement, walked over quickly.


    "Did it?"


    "Yes! The three goals have all met the boss''s requirements."


    "Good job!" After patting his shoulder vigorously, Guo Shouyun stretched out his hand, "Give me a gun!"


    After nodding, Pires handed over the Beretta 92 pistol on his waist.


    "I want an assault rifle!" Guo Shouyun took an m16 directly from the bodyguard next to him! After ''kaka'' loaded and checked the bullet again, "Pire, you stay here. Then, except Hua Lei, let all the bodyguards in the tunnel withdraw."


    "Withdraw?" Pires asked in surprise.


    "Yes, get out! Hurry up! We have limited time tonight."


    Guo Shouyun''s tone was stern, Pi Lei didn''t dare to neglect, he quickly took out the walkie-talkie at his waist, and withdrew all the bodyguards in the tunnel except Hua Lei to the basement.


    "Boss, do you want to go down in person?"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun take off his jacket, put on camouflage and military boots, and put the gun behind him, Matthew couldn''t help but ask.


    "You also come with me!"


    Saying that, he took a mask from the bodyguard who climbed up beside him, put it on his face, put the intercom around his waist, and walked to the entrance of the cave.


    "Pires, you are responsible for the security of this place. No one is allowed to enter unless I order it."


    "Yes!"


    After completing the final explanation, Guo Shouyun grabbed the rope that went vertically deep into the hole and slid down, followed by Matthew. At the bottom, a row of fluorescent sticks inserted into the wall of the cave barely illuminates this simple passage that is one meter wide and two meters high, and is reinforced with steel structures around it.


    Turning on the miner''s lamp overhead, the entire passage was instantly brightened a lot. Going forward along the passage, after about 20 meters, came to an underground space about 50 square meters. Here, two motors are running, and the space is brightened up by six or six hundred-watt bulbs on the top and four or four sides.


    In the hole, the tall and sturdy Hua Lei was holding an m249 squad machine gun, with ammunition straps all over his body, the m16 on his back, a grenade on his chest, a dog-leg knife on his left thigh, and a gun on his right thigh. The dagger, as well as the mask like a ghost on his face, his vicious appearance is just like the King of Hell in Avici Hell, which is captivating.


    Under his suppression, twenty death row prisoners squatted on the ground with their heads up and down, and no one dared to move except their eyes.


    "Boss, why did you come down?"


    Although Guo Shouyun changed his attire, he also wore a mask. But for those who know him, it is not difficult to recognize him.


    "Come down and see!"


    "Let''s go, go to Target No. 1!"


    Hua Lei nodded, raised the gun in his hand, and said in a loud voice: "Get up, work!"


    Under his urging, these arrogant death row drug dealers in the past were like well-behaved rabbits, holding the tools in their hands honestly, and walked to the next passage.


    "Why do they listen to you like that?" Guo Shouyun asked with a smile.


    "Hey, you''ll be obedient after just repairing it!" Hua Lei patted the heavy machine gun in his hand indifferently. Ten kilograms of firearms are like straw in his hands.


    "Let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and greeted the three of them to walk forward behind these death row prisoners. After passing through a narrow passage, there is another space about 4o square and 2 meters high. There are many iron boxes stacked here, as well as locks, chains and snakeskin bags used to seal the boxes.


    After passing through this space, the tunnel widened a lot, nearly two meters. And there have been three forks in different directions.


    "Boss, where do we start?" Matthew said.


    "Start from the far left."


    Guo Shouyun didn''t know the exact location of the treasures he wanted, so he could only come one by one.


    At Hua Lei''s urging, the death row prisoners went to work. When the three people in front were digging, when their physical strength dropped, the people in the back took over. After digging to a certain extent, start clearing the soil. Fortunately, Trivandrum is located in the alluvial plain of the second largest 6. The ground is full of soil and sand, and there are no hard rocks, so it is not difficult to dig.


    "Don''t carry the packed sacks out, just put them in the passage." Guo Shouyun didn''t want to waste any more time, so he directly ordered, "Also, if you dig hard things, report them immediately."


    The prisoners did what they said, and soon they were


    I found what Guo Shouyun wanted. In fact, this is also what he expected. Thanks to Bruce Guo''s memory, Guo Shouyun''s mathematical ability is not top-notch. But also the elite among them. During the period of physical cultivation, he calculated its approximate architectural structure through many field visits to the Padmanabha Swami Temple. Although the underground secret room is unknown, a simple calculation can also be made through the above-ground part, which is not completely clueless.


    "Step aside!"


    Guo Shouyun strode forward and pushed the soil away. Sure enough, the layers of stone were stacked, and the walls with obvious artificial traces were exposed.


    "Finally found! ... Quick, bring the cutting machine."


    The prisoners carried the cutting machine that had been prepared long ago, connected the electric power of the motor, and the sharp steel sheet turned like a whirlwind.


    With the harsh rubbing sound, the seemingly hard stone wall is extremely fragile under the cutting of modern technology. The front and back were only ten minutes apart, and a thirty square centimeter hole was cut out.


    "Matthew, infrared equipment!"


    Guo Shouyun did not rush in. First let the hose connected to the blower blow some oxygen inward, and then ask Matthew to take out the infrared device prepared in advance, connect the laptop, and put the end with the camera in it.


    Soon, a somewhat blurry picture appeared on the laptop in Matthew''s hand.


    "what is this?"


    The content in the picture made Guo Shouyun frown.


    "It seems to be a room dedicated to the gods!"


    At this time, Guo Shouyun also saw the **** sculpture displayed in the picture. She wears the crown of a king on her body, a wreath of gems and thick holy threads on her chest, and her four arms hold the Faluobei, the Wonderful Vision Wheel, the Gadao Hammer, and the Divine Bow. Although the color cannot be seen clearly, this image is clearly the image of Vishnu, one of the three major gods in India.


    In addition to the statue in the middle and the altar at the foot, there are also some shelves around, and obviously there are books and the like on the shelves. And there are quite a few.


    Judging from the furnishings of this room, which is about 100 square meters, it is obviously more like a library than a secret room where he wants to find treasures.


    "Take the camera back, put the stone back. This is not what we are looking for. By the way, leave seven people behind and fill the soil here. Leizi, you stay and supervise them. After backfilling five meters, take them with you. come over."


    "Yes!"


    "The rest follow me to target number two."


    Under the supervision of two guns from him and Matthew, the remaining thirteen people came to the second passage. About an hour later, the hard stone wall appeared again. Everything is the same as before. However, the pictures presented on Matthew''s laptop made Guo Shouyun excited.


    "Boss, this is a 70-square-meter stone room with a height of about 3 meters. Except for some scattered stones, there is nothing at all...!"


    "No, it''s here!" Before he could finish speaking, he was disturbed by Guo Shouyun''s excited tone. If his memory is correct, the treasure is here.


    "Someone, tear down this stone wall for me."


    The prisoners did not dare to neglect, and quickly used a cutting machine to cut a hole that was flush with the tunnel, about one meter wide and high.


    Guo Shouyun jumped in ahead of everyone. However, he didn''t ask people to remove the stones first. Instead, let those death row prisoners bring the iron boxes, iron ropes, snakeskin bags and other things that were placed outside here.


    "Boss, it''s all done!"


    After completing the task, Hua Lei rushed over with the other seven death row prisoners.


    "It came just right, everyone started, UU reading to remove these stones!"


    When the stones were half clear, a dark hole appeared in Guo Shouyun''s eyes, and his expression suddenly became excited.


    "That''s right, it''s here!"


    Soon, after all the stones were moved to one side, an arched stone cave with a width of one meter and a height of two meters, sloping downward, appeared in front of everyone.


    When Guo Shouyun was about to walk in impatiently, he was stopped by Matthew.


    "Boss, the situation inside is unknown, and it is dangerous. Let them advance!"


    Although the air flow in the secret room was much smoother after being ventilated, other than a slight feeling of suffocation, there was no abnormality such as poisonous gas. But in the unknown, Matthew remained on high alert.


    Guo Shouyun understood his good intentions, so he didn''t insist. Anyway, something has been found. Their own people blocked the exit, and no one could play the idea of ??their own treasure.


    Let the death row inmates go in, and after there was no abnormality, he followed Matthew and Hua Lei in.


    Soon, after passing through a passage that is about 2o meters long and rotates downward, under the bright lights of more than 20 miner''s lamps. A hall that is three meters high, covers an area of ??about 150 square meters, and is supported by four stone pillars appears in front of everyone. There are simple reliefs on the four walls of the hall, and on the four thick pillars there are alien animal patterns that Guo Shouyun cannot understand.


    On the opposite side of their entrance, a black iron door appeared in front of everyone. The iron gate is so dark that I don''t know how thick it is, and there are two huge cobras embossed on it. The snake''s body is circling, the scales are clearly visible, and the hideous snake head is in the form of a round carving, protruding from the iron gate, like two door handles, and like two giant snake guardians who want to break away from the iron gate and bite the intruder.


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 Chapter 371： gold treasure

    Chapter 371 Gold Treasure


    In the quiet underground, with the surrounding quaint buildings, the whole space reveals a breathtaking mystery.


    Guo Shouyun stared at the iron gate with the giant snake in relief, and strode in front of everyone. "Bang" kicked the seemingly complete wooden box under his feet.


    ''Crash'', accompanied by a melodious metal crash, under the bright first-class, a dazzling golden light bloomed from the completely decayed and collapsed wooden box.


    "gold!"


    Those who were attracted by his actions suddenly shouted excitedly when they saw the gold coins scattered in the box.


    Since the birth of human civilization, gold has been a symbol of wealth. Even now that it has withdrawn from the currency market, it is still something that can stir up greed in everyone.


    "Bang, bang!"


    With Guo Shouyun''s few feet, more and more gold coins rolled out from the rotten wooden box. At the same time, with the vibration of the dust, the things that were originally covered also surfaced.


    Next, a shocking scene appeared.


    In the entire hall, except for a one-meter-wide road in the middle, and the black iron gate leading to the embossed giant snake, nothing was placed. All around were dots of golden light.


    "Gold, so much gold! Here we are!"


    I don''t know who''s ''Ow'' voice, regardless of who threw himself into the pile of gold coins and desperately stuffed the gold he could catch into his pocket, almost completely forgetting his identity. The rest of the people also lost their minds in this fiery atmosphere, or under the shock of countless gold.


    But just as they were going to follow the man''s footsteps to load gold coins, the sound of a shooting gun rang out.


    Under the deterrence of death, all death row prisoners seemed to be equipped with a timer button and dared not move again.


    "Crack!"


    Guo Shouyun loaded the pistol, his sharp and cold eyes swept over all the death row prisoners.


    "Don''t forget your identities. If anyone dares to touch my gold, he will be your fate!"


    Looking at the unlucky guy who was lying on the pile of gold coins and was shot in the head. The dazzling blood red was like a basin of cold water pouring down on the head, making the restless atmosphere in the prisoner disappear instantly.


    "Honestly do as I say. Although you won''t get gold, you can at least regain your freedom. If you insist on asking for trouble, then this is your cemetery."


    "How do we know if you will kill someone?"


    "Yeah, what if you lied to us?"


    Looking at the clamoring crowd, Guo Shouyun smiled coldly, "Your lives are in my hands, is there any other choice besides trusting me?"


    Everyone looked at each other, as if they really had no choice.


    "You can doubt my words, and the price is that I will let you die now. Then let outsiders come in and move the gold."


    With the sound of speaking, Guo Shouyun lifted the m16 in his hand, and then pulled the bolt. Matthew and Hua Lei also followed him, and the barrage formed by the three guns was enough to send everyone here to **** in less than five seconds.


    "Don''t... don''t shoot, we''ll follow your orders!"


    Under the threat of killing, someone will always compromise first.


    "Yes, we work. We listen to what you say!"


    The death row prisoners who succumbed to reality instantly became what Guo Shouyun expected.


    "Very good, listen to my instructions now. Lei Zi, bring nine people to bring in the boxes outside."


    "Yes!"


    "The rest of the people sort the gold here and prepare to pack and pack! Hurry up, move them all for me."


    Under the supervision of Guo Shouyun and Matthew, no one dared to make trouble again, and honestly followed his instructions and began to clean up and pack the gold here.


    Soon, a huge amount of gold coins, as well as exquisite gold artworks and rough diamonds appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    More than 12oo gold chains about 2.7 meters long and weighing 2.5 kilograms; 3 gold crowns; nearly 1 ton of gold jewelry, diamond antique jewelry, gems wrapped with silk; 17 kilograms of East India Company period gold coins; 18 pieces Coins from the Napoleonic period in the early 19th century; a small elephant made of gold; a 3.5-foot-high diamond-encrusted statue of Vishnu; a 1-foot-high, about 1 kg humanoid statue, top diamonds over 2oo carats, etc. .


    Countless works of art that can shock the world are cleaned out and packed into boxes one by one. Guo Shouyun seemed to hear the sound of gold coins rolling into his pocket.


    Harvest is always happy, and happiness can make people forget the passage of time. Six hours had passed by the time Guo Shouyun and the other nineteen prisoners had packed all the gold coins and gold jewelry in the secret room into different categories and brought them to the secret room above.


    Guo Shouyun looked at his watch, it was already 3:30 in the morning, and there was not much time left for him.


    "Boss, there are more than a dozen boxes left!"


    Looking in the direction of Matthew''s finger, Guo Shouyun originally wanted to say "stay here and don''t care", but when the words came to his mouth, a thought suddenly flashed in his mind.


    "Fill the rest of the box with stones and dirt, and seal it the same way. Just mark it!"


    Although it is not clear why Guo Shouyun did this, Matthew still faithfully executed his orders.


    Loading sand and stones is obviously faster, and more than 20 people completed it in half an hour.


    "Hua Lei, take them and move these boxes to the top hole!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    After everyone was busy, Guo Shouyun patted Matthew on the shoulder, and the two came to the revolving passage leading to the treasure room again.


    "Did you explain that you brought a time bomb?"


    "Bring it, in my backpack!" Matthew patted the backpack on the back.


    "Very good. Bury them in the corners of this passage. My requirements are simple, directional blasting, in addition to blowing up the passage, and not endangering other places."


    "No problem, but I need some time!"


    "Forty minutes?"


    "A little short, probably won''t blow up the entire passage."


    "How much can be fried."


    "Yes!"


    When Matthew was busy, Guo Shouyun walked to the connection between the secret room and the revolving passage and stood still. While supervising the prisoners carrying the boxes, while waiting for Matthew to finish.


    Forty minutes passed quickly. Guo Shouyun, who was holding the watch, called Matthew up after he arrived.


    "How about it?"


    "Half collapsed is no problem."


    "That''s good!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, relieved.


    After another ten minutes, the box was finished.


    Guo Shouyun once again greeted everyone to the underground treasure room. Because of the dim light and fatigue, no one found the bomb buried by Matthew.


    Walking to the iron gate, Guo Shouyun stretched out his right hand and stroked the ferocious giant snake relief above, with a thoughtful look on his face.


    In his memory, in the two secret chambers a and b of the Padmanabha Swami temple, a huge amount of treasure was excavated in the secret chamber a. But there is no news that the b secret room, which is said to have more treasures, was not opened before his rebirth. As for the reasons, there are different opinions: some say it is because of the resistance of Hindus; others say that opening the b secret room is ''opening Pandora''s box'', saying that it will bring curses and disasters to the temple and Trivandrum; another saying is the secret room Connected to the sea, opening the secret room will lead to the backflow of sea water, submerging the entire city.


    In a word, the treasures of the secret room b, which are worth ten times more than the value of countless Indians'' guesses, and may exceed a trillion dollars, are connected with the various disasters that will occur in countless treasure-hunting novels and movie scenes.


    Guo Shouyun doesn''t know if there is really a disaster, but he must be prepared for an accident. Moreover, he also has doubts about whether there are still huge treasures in the b secret room. First of all, the productivity in ancient times was limited, the output of gold was very small, and India was not a major gold-producing area. Therefore, in a rough estimate, under the circumstance that the gold in the secret room a has exceeded 30 tons, there is more gold in the secret room b, and he does not believe it if he is killed.


    Secondly, based on his knowledge of the Indian government''s urine, it is really abnormal to leave a lot of wealth untouched.


    Finally, the Padmanabha Swami Temple, although it is still some distance from the sea, is within easy reach of the river called Boudur. This can not help but worry Guo Shouyun.


    The iron gate that was completely cast to death made Guo Shouyun feel a chill that went straight to the bottom of his heart After hesitating for a long time, he took a few steps back.


    Turning his head to look at the hot eyes of the prisoners around him, he knew in his heart that with the previous gains, everyone here except him thinks that there will be more wealth in the future.


    "Bring the cutter over here."


    The prisoners responded with a bang, quickly lifted the cutting machine to the iron gate, and began to cut the iron gate with great effort. Their enthusiasm for wealth made them unaware. At this moment, Guo Shouyun had already greeted Matthew and Hua Lei and slowly retreated to the entrance of the passage.


    "boss��?"


    Guo Shouyun raised his finger and made a silent gesture towards Hua Lei. He stared at the crowd in the distance with his eyes fixed on the light. He didn''t know what was behind him, so he temporarily chose to sit on the sidelines. If it is dangerous, it is too late to run here. If there is really a treasure behind it, then the thing is still its own.


    Because the entire iron gate is directly cast to death, that is to say, the craftsmen cut grooves in the rock, then use the soil to make a mold, and then pour the red-hot molten iron into it. In this way, the iron gate and the rock wall are integrated, and the protection is undoubtedly the strongest.


    If you want to open it with a cutting machine, the best way is not to cut the iron door, but to deal with the rock wall next to it, and then buckle it piece by piece. Without the resistance of the rock wall, the iron gate would naturally not become a barrier.


    With the harsh rubbing sound, the two cutting machines were one left and one right, and the gaps on the rock walls on both sides became larger and deeper. At the same time, Guo Shouyun''s attention became more and more concentrated.


    "Boss, did you hear that?"


    Suddenly Hua Lei turned to ask.


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 Chapter 372： necessary killing

    Chapter 372 Necessary Killing


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    "What''s wrong?"


    "I heard the sound of water just now!"


    "The sound of water?" Guo Shouyun''s ears were full of harsh rubbing sounds. What kind of water sound was there?


    Just as he was about to ask, a surprised voice suddenly sounded from the crowd in front of him.


    "Why is the water running here!"


    "Running water? It''s not your pee, right?" Someone laughed.


    "Damn, you just peeed, come and see for yourself!"


    "I also have water here, it seems to be oozing out of the rock!" The second man next to the cutting machine was also puzzled.


    Guo Shouyun, who was listening in his ears, shrank his pupils, patted Hua Lei and Matthew on the shoulders, and said in a low voice, "Go, enter the passage."


    Both of them realized that something was wrong, so they acted quickly and took the initiative to lighten their pace.


    "Matthew, give me the detonator."


    The latter nodded and handed the detonator in his pocket to Guo Shouyun.


    "That... shall we continue to cut?"


    Not all the inmates on death row were fools, there were also smart guys. After noticing the seepage of the stone wall, they realized that something was wrong and began to turn around and ask Guo Shouyun.


    But when they turned around, they found that the person who was standing behind them had disappeared at some point.


    "Damn, those three **** left us and ran away, hurry up!"


    The death row prisoners who reacted just wanted to take a step when they heard a ''boom'' behind them. A huge amount of water overwhelmed the iron gate, and the turbulent river poured into the underground secret room.


    Guo Shouyun, who was standing in the upper secret room, naturally heard such a big movement.


    Looking down the tunnel, hesitation flashed in his eyes, he gritted his teeth, and pressed the detonator in his hand. With a ''boom'', with the shaking of the feet and the flying dust, everything gradually became quiet.


    "Boss, are you alright?"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who was standing at the entrance of the passage for a few minutes without movement, Matthew asked worriedly.


    "fine!"


    Guo Shouyun took a deep breath.


    Although long before the action, there was an idea of ????killing all these death row prisoners here and keeping the treasure secret. But seeing twenty lives disappear in his hands still had a huge impact on Guo Shouyun''s psychology.


    "They are all death row prisoners, drug dealers who have ruined countless people''s lives. I killed them for good, not evil."


    Similar thoughts swirled in my mind, comforting myself, but also expelling the guilt in my heart.


    "Come on, let''s go back!"


    After glancing at the silent passage for the last time, Guo Shouyun resolutely turned around and walked towards the road.


    Hua Lei and Matthew looked at each other and quickly followed.


    "boss!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun crawling out of the tunnel, Pires hurried up and pulled him up.


    Nodding to him, he pulled up Hua Lei and Matthew below, "Lei Zi, you stay here. No one is allowed to go down without my order."


    "Yes!"


    Patting him on the shoulder, he greeted Matthew and Pires to leave the basement. At this time, it was already early morning outside, and the rising sun from the east sprinkled orange-red light all over the earth, and after driving out the darkness, everything became brighter.


    "It''s already dawn!"


    After standing on the steps and looking into the distance and muttering to himself, Guo Shouyun took back the steps he took.


    "Pires, prepare breakfast. Find me a clean room by the way."


    "Yes!"


    "Oh, that''s right. Matthew, after you take a break, go change shifts with Hua Lei."


    "clear!"


    Guo Shouyun, who had not rested all night, took a shower first, changed his dirty clothes, and ate breakfast. Then go to bed and sleep until noon. He didn''t leave here for the rest of the lunch and the afternoon.


    As the day passed, the sky darkened again. In the early morning, Guo Shouyun personally directed all the bodyguards to bring up the gold packed underground.


    Because the bodyguards were not involved in the final treasure hunt underground, no one but Matthew and Hua Lei knew what was inside these heavy boxes. Of course, there will be guesses, but after all, I haven''t seen it in person.


    "The three of you are escorted to the ship in three vehicles. Remember, no one in the middle can open them."


    "Yes!"


    "Besides, things have arrived on the boat. Hua Lei, Deng Feng, and Pi Lei, the three of you take turns on duty, and no one except you can approach. Also, do you see these boxes with a ''cross'' painted on them? Waiting on the high seas, Throw me into the sea in two places."


    The boxes marked with a ''cross'' are filled with earth and rocks. Throwing them away can also confuse ordinary bodyguards, making them guess and confuse what''s in them. Of course, I don''t know how much the effect can be, but it is certain that it will work.


    After the three nodded, Pire said, "Boss, where are the rest of the boxes?"


    "Halin Island, I have called Rudy. These boxes will be temporarily stored there."


    Such large quantities of gold jewelry are at risk of exposure, whether entering the United States or other countries. Before thinking of a proper way to deal with it, it is most suitable for Yulin Island, which is under complete control and has hundreds of paramilitary personnel stationed.


    "Oh yes. After this operation, all Sabre members will get $300,000 each!"


    Naturally, Guo Shouyun would not forget the appeasement of his cronies.


    "Thank you boss!"


    He smiled and patted their shoulders, "After transporting the boxes, remember to fill in the dug out tunnels. Don''t let people notice the traces."


    "clear!"


    "That''s all I have to say, let''s take action!"


    It took a week to fill in the previous pothole, and when everything was over, Guo Shouyun also planned to leave Trivandrum and India.


    "Boss, as you expected, Nazarudin Karp refused our invitation!" Rebecca said.


    "If you refuse, just refuse. We don''t have to! ... By the way, what about the information I asked you to find?"


    "it''s here!"


    Saying that, Rebecca took out a stack of documents from her carry-on folder and handed it over.


    "Gujarat?"


    ��Yes, the Narendra Dimo ??you asked me to investigate is currently Gujarat��s bench minister and just took office in 1o last year. A typical doer, under his leadership Gujarat has invested more in infrastructure than in the past Twice as much, economic activity, total exports have grown a lot. Well known within the Indian political class.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Looking at the information and photos in his hand, there was a touch of memory and thinking in his eyes. When I came to India, in addition to solving the dilemma of the Dabor project, another very important purpose was to visit the famous ''Modigi'' who will ascend to the throne of India''s power after a visit! As for the treasures of the Padmanabha Swami temple, it was just an accident. Just like he never imagined that he would live in a five-star hotel and encounter a terrorist attack.


    "By the way, Rebecca. What day is it today?"


    "number 22!"


    "On the 22nd, it will be Christmas in three days!"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun sighed, "Unconsciously we have been out for almost half a year."


    "Is the boss homesick?"


    "Um!"


    After nodding, the figures of two children appeared in his mind.


    "They must have grown up again!"


    "The boss can send a plane to take them to his side for Christmas!"


    Guo Shouyun showed a hint of longing on his face, but quickly shook his head.


    "Forget it. If they follow me. Then Molly is too lonely to stay at home alone." After a pause, he looked at the information in his hand, and after a moment of hesitation, he made up his mind.


    "Cancel Gujarat, let''s go back to San Francisco!"


    Career is important, but he also doesn''t want to miss his family.


    Rebecca nodded, "What about Huaxia, are we still going?"


    "Go, fly to Hong Kong after Christmas!"


    "Understood, I''ll make arrangements right away!"


    "Wait a minute!" After stopping Rebecca, Guo Shouyun took out a red sari from the drawer of the desk, "Katya should be here in the afternoon, you can return it to her for me."


    After looking at the sari in Guo Shouyun''s hand, Rebecca took it.


    "Boss, you broke the heart of a pure girl again!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled bitterly, "A momentary sadness is better than a lifetime of sadness. I can''t give her the marriage she wants Don''t provoke this kind of emotional debt!"


    "What''s wrong?"


    Noticing that Rebecca was looking at him without blinking, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help asking curiously.


    "Why didn''t I meet someone like the boss when I was young!"


    She shrugged, turned and walked out.


    Seeing the door closed, Guo Shouyun looked back, looked at the study where he had lived for more than a month, and sighed slightly: "It''s time to go!"


    ��


    At San Francisco International Airport, a Boeing plane with the simplified Chinese characters "Kunpeng" painted on its fuselage landed in the slightly cold morning glow.


    Guo Shouyun, who had flown from Trivandrum for nearly 12 hours, soon sat in the car driven by the bodyguards from the cabin and went straight to the Guo Family Manor in Atherton.


    Because when I came back, no one was notified. So, you can imagine Wendy''s surprise when she saw him appear in front of her.


    "Bruce...!"


    Almost at a speed, he rushed into the man''s arms. Guo Shouyun, who had been recuperating for more than a month due to a leg injury, and had not recovered his physical strength, was almost hit by her.


    After taking two steps back, he hugged the beautiful woman who hugged her neck tightly, as if to melt into her body, touched and comforted her, patted her back, and said with a light smile, "Come down, many people are watching you. Woolen cloth!"


    "No, let them see. I''m going to hold you!" Wendy said stubbornly.


    Looking at the naive performance of this usually gentle and intellectual woman, like a little girl at this time, Guo Shouyun knew that she must love herself to the core.


    Moved in his heart, Guo Shouyun waved his hand, and the servants and bodyguards around walked out quietly. Then he wrapped his arms around her slender waist, walked to the sand next to him and sat down.


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 Chapter 373： short christmas

    Chapter 373 A short Christmas


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    "Wendy, you seem to have lost weight!"


    "If you could be by my side, I would definitely gain weight back!"


    Looking at her resentful and joyful eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled, and under the emotion in his heart, he lowered his head and kissed her delicate lips.


    For Guo Shouyun, who was reborn in two lives, there are only two women who can''t live up to it. One is Molly Bevin, who has children for herself and is her first love. The other is Wendy Solo, who is by her side no matter whether she succeeds or fails, when she is happy or sad.


    Just when Guo Shouyun was immersed in tenderness, he was suddenly pushed away by Wendy. A lot of strength and rapid movements made him a little confused.


    "Elizabeth and George are getting up, and if they can''t see me, they''ll be crying again!"


    Wendy, who was amused by Guo Shouyun''s stunned look, explained and stood up from his arms.


    "I''ll go with you. I haven''t hugged these two little guys for a long time, and I''m about to die!"


    Wendy nodded and took the initiative to take Guo Shouyun''s hand and walked towards the bedroom on the second floor.


    "Wow wow..., Mom!"


    As soon as I opened the door, I heard ''wow'' crying inside.


    The two were anxious and ran in to take a look. I saw that Elizabeth, the elder sister, was riding on the back of her brother at the moment, spanking happily, and it seemed that she was riding him as a horse.


    "Elizabeth, come down. Why are you bullying your brother again!"


    Wendy hurried over in distress.


    "Baba...!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun who came in behind, the little guy stopped riding his brother, grabbed the railing next to him, stood up, and walked towards him swaying. In the middle, he "accidentally" stepped on his brother''s head.


    "Baba, hug!"


    Looking at the girl with open arms, Guo Shouyun''s heart melted. What else is there to say, one strode forward, and after raising her daughter high, she hugged her in her arms and kissed her fiercely a few times.


    "Cuckoo...!"


    Guo Shouyun''s stubble tickling on his face made the little guy happy.


    At this time, George stopped crying when he saw his father. In Wendy''s arms, sucking her thumb, she stared at Guo Shouyun with **** eyes, with tears hanging from her long eyelashes, looking silly.


    "Come on, Dad!"


    When Guo Shouyun stepped forward to take his son into his arms, the little guy turned his head and got into Wendy''s arms.


    "This stinky boy, I really hurt you in vain!" Guo Shouyun lightly smiled and patted his little butt.


    "By the way, do the two of them often make trouble like this?"


    After Wendy wiped her tears for George who was holding her neck, she nodded helplessly.


    "I don''t know if it''s the wrong gender. Elizabeth is more of a boy than George, and she''s very mischievous. Not only does George cry a lot, but last week, she threw flour in the kitchen all over the floor, hurting Wendy. Think they cleaned for over an hour."


    "Wow, Elizabeth. When did you get so good!"


    "Hee hee, brother is too stupid."


    "What about the kitchen?"


    "I have no idea!"


    "You little clever ghost!" Guo Shouyun gently twisted his daughter''s chubby face lovingly.


    "Let''s go, Dad will take you down to breakfast!"


    "Dad, I don''t want to eat eggs, I want meat!"


    "Rourou, what kind of meat do you like to eat?"


    "Shrimp, beef, I like them all!"


    "Okay, we Elizabeth want to eat shrimp and beef!"


    Put the little guy with the upside-down braid on your shoulders and walk in front. Wendy walked behind with George in his arms. Going downstairs, he ate Guo Shouyun''s best breakfast in the past six months.


    "You take them to play, and I''ll go upstairs to see Molly!"


    Wendy nodded and said nothing. Greeted the two little guys and walked towards the back garden. Guo Shouyun''s eyes flickered when he looked at the backs of one big, two small and three small. After a long time, he went upstairs and came to the bedroom at the end of the third floor.


    "gentlemen!"


    The doctors and nurses who were specially invited to take charge of Molly''s treatment and maintenance, saw him come in, and quickly greeted him respectfully.


    "Is she okay?"


    "All physical fitness indicators are normal, and the bleeding in the brainstem is also slowly absorbed, but the process is very slow."


    "So it''s still possible by sobriety?"


    "Yes! But time is not easy to control!"


    "Thank you, I see. You go out first!"


    After the doctor and nurse bowed slightly, they turned and walked out of the room.


    After the door closed and the room became quiet again, Guo Shouyun went to the stool by the bed and sat down. Naturally, he put a thin but soft hand behind his palm, and looked at the lover whose hair was loose on the white pillow, like a begonia sleeping in spring, and his eyes softened.


    "Molly, I''m sorry. I''ve been in France and India for the past few months, busy with work, and haven''t had time to come back to see you. But don''t worry, I''ll be at home with you this Christmas..."


    Guo Shouyun sat here and talked nonsense for more than half an hour. At work, in life, the comatose Molly seemed to be his best audience, and many of the words that were in his heart were revealed in front of his long-lost lover at this time.


    "Huh! ... Molly, I haven''t felt so relaxed in a long time. I''ve found that whether you''re awake or lethargic like you are now, it gives me a sense of relaxation that I don''t feel in other people. It fits very well."


    However, as soon as he finished speaking, the phone in his pocket rang.


    He frowned, glanced at the caller ID and hung up temporarily.


    "Molly, I''m going to take a call and come back to accompany you later!" After getting up and kissing his lover''s clean forehead lightly, Guo Shouyun turned and left the room. After coming to the study next to him, he found the previous number and dialed again. go back.


    "Bruce, have you returned to America?"


    "Carl, it''s been less than five hours since I landed, so you know so quickly?"


    Karl Rove smiled, "Your private jet is as big as you want it to be noticed. Moreover, now you are a figure that the entire Wall Street is paying attention to, and every move affects the hearts of countless people. His whereabouts have naturally become something that everyone cares about.��


    "I don''t think Wall Street cares about me, but the Thunder Fund!"


    "Isn''t the Thunder Fund you! By the way, Bruce. Congratulations, you have made a lot of money in oil futures this time!"


    "Karl, you guys made a lot of money! 60% of Thunder''s profits belong to your customers. We''re just earning hard money."


    "Haha, I knew you would say that. By the way, do you have time tomorrow night?"


    "Is something wrong?"


    "Everyone accepts your love, and your net worth has skyrocketed. So I want to organize a banquet to thank you, a financial genius, in person!"


    "That''s it! ... To be honest, I really want to agree. However, this time I went back to the United States to spend Christmas with my family, so I didn''t go to socialize. Moreover, Leiting''s income is still a fictitious figure in the futures market, and we will wait until the real delivery. When it''s safe to do so, how about everyone getting together again? I''ll host it at that time, in the Hanshan Courtyard!"


    "That''s fine! But don''t forget!"


    "certainly!"


    Karl Rove on the other side of the phone was silent for a moment, and his tone became a little serious.


    "Bruce, the Iraq war is inevitable. And it''s going to break out in two or three months. So if you''ve got something to target, you better speed it up."


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment. He didn''t expect Karl Rove to talk to him about such a confidential topic in the end.


    "Don''t worry, Carl. I''ve already done all the preparations!"


    "Hehe, that''s good. I had long expected that with your wisdom, you would be able to see through the fog and look directly at the essence. It seems that I guessed right! ... And, Bruce. Someone asked me to ask, your Google company. Still accepting venture capital?"


    "I don''t accept it. Google''s revenue is enough to ensure our operations. So, the next step will be to directly seek to go public!"


    "Going public? Google has plans to go public?"


    "Of course! We have a plan to go public for a long time, but the goal has not been achieved, and it has not been announced to the public for the time being."


    "Target? Can you tell me about it?"


    "Actually, there is nothing to hide. When Google''s revenue exceeds 3 billion US dollars, it will consider going public. Looking at the current development trend, it should be realized in 2004 or 2005!"


    "$3 Billion! Bruce Your ambitions are always astonishing and admirable!"


    "Haha, Carl. It''s a pleasure to have your compliment!"


    "I''m telling the truth. Well, let''s talk about it. You know, the White House and the Pentagon are at full capacity for Iraq!"


    "Well! Next time we meet, we will continue to chat!"


    "certainly!"


    "Bye-Bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun walked to the window and looked at the familiar garden behind, as well as Wendy and the two little guys who were playing, with a rich and warm smile on the corner of his mouth.


    Karl Rove''s call was the first, but not the last. Maybe others don''t have as sensitive a channel of information as him. But Guo Shouyun''s Kunpeng was parked there, and naturally someone would get the news. Therefore, all kinds of door-to-door invitation calls can be called an endless stream. It really bothered him, who was just planning to come back to spend Christmas with his family.


    Later, I simply handed the mobile phone to Old Ward. If it was a friend I knew, such as Rowling, Ao Guanhai, and Steve Jobs, I would hand it over to him personally. The remaining strangers can simply deal with it.


    In this way, Guo Shouyun''s ears finally calmed down a lot.


    On Christmas Eve, the Lincoln family came to the manor. This is almost the practice of the Lincoln family and the Guo family. The friendship they have formed since childhood has brought them together on almost every important festival, and this time is no exception.


    The only pity is that Gordon Lincoln, who promised to come back this Christmas, canceled his vacation because of the Iraq war that had been secretly prepared. Therefore, for three consecutive Christmases, the Lincoln family was missing one person.


    Despite this, after adding two new little guys, the atmosphere of everyone is still strong.


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 Chapter 374： under the kitchen

    Chapter 374 Under the Kitchen&1t;/


    ��&1t;/


    After Christmas, Guo Shouyun didn''t stay at home for too long. A week later, he continued his work plan and flew from San Francisco to Hong Kong. &1t;/


    Hong Kong International Airport, strictly speaking, Guo Shouyun should be the second time. In a previous life, he had traveled once when the company was expanding. But it was ten years later, and Hong Kong in 2oo3 still had a slight difference from his impression. &1t;/


    2oo3, the fourth year of Guo Shouyun''s rebirth! &1t;/


    "Boss...!"&1t;/


    Going to the plane gate, Guo Shouyun saw Zhang Lei standing below, waving at him with a smile on his face. &1t;/


    Quickly walking down the spiral staircase, the two of them gave each other a hug with a tacit understanding. &1t;/


    "You guy, you look a lot fatter!"&1t;/


    "Thanks to the boss, the company went well. In addition to the good quality of my wife''s food, I have gained almost 20 pounds in the past few years! But it is you, the boss, who is still in good shape. And your temperament is more mature and stable! ��&1t;/


    "Isn''t it better to say I''m older than I was? Still mature. ... Oh, yes. Let me introduce you, this is Rebecca Mark. Currently serving as my assistant."&1t;/


    "Ms. Mark, hello!"&1t;/


    "Mr. Zhang, it''s a great honor to meet you!"&1t;/


    Unfamiliar with each other, after a simple greeting, they each stopped. &1t;/


    "Let''s go, the airport is windy and cold, let''s go back and talk!" Guo Shouyun said. &1t;/


    Zhang Lei nodded, and the two of them got into the black Mercedes-Benz SUV next to them. &1t;/


    "By the way, in the first half of the year, I should have been there to congratulate you on your wedding [31 Novel.com update soon], but things at home were a mess. I was afraid that my bad face would affect everyone''s good mood, so I didn''t come! ��&1t;/


    "It''s okay, I can understand. And isn''t your gift here!" After Zhang Lei smiled, "Is your lover okay?"&1t;/


    "It''s still the same, always in a coma!"&1t;/


    "I don''t know how to persuade you, but I think your ability and wisdom are enough to deal with this."&1t;/


    "Of course!"&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively, "By the way, where are we going?"&1t;/


    "Of course it''s your home in Hong Kong!"&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun suddenly realized that long before he planned to travel, he asked Zhang Lei to help him find a house in Hong Kong. After a few months, with Zhang Lei''s efficiency, this matter has already been settled. &1t;/


    "No. 28, Barker Road, The Peak, with six bedrooms and four halls, with swimming pool and tennis court, 157o square meters, with a total price of 2.08 million Hong Kong dollars!"&1t;/


    After taking a brief look at the information in his hand, Guo Shouyun nodded. In Hong Kong, where there are many people and few land, this kind of villa with more than 1,000 square meters has been called a luxury mansion. Moreover, the house price in 2oo3 is not as good as it will be in the future. If it is another ten years, the value of this house can be doubled tenfold. &1t;/


    "Not bad!...Where do you live?"&1t;/


    "I''m also in the Peak District, but the house is not as big as yours!" As the CEO of Hanhua Holdings, Zhang Lei has received tens of millions of dollars in dividends in addition to his high salary. Although the housing prices in Hong Kong are high, they are still affordable for him. &1t;/


    "The size of the house is all that matters, as long as it is enough to live in. ... By the way, you are now half a Hong Konger. Should you show the friendship of the landlord when I get here?"&1t;/


    "Okay! If the boss wants to eat or play in Hong Kong, I can help!" Zhang Lei laughed. &1t;/


    "Don''t worry about it. I haven''t eaten authentic Chinese food for a long time. Didn''t you just say that your wife''s craftsmanship is very good, so how about we go to your house for dinner tonight?"&1t;/


    "That''s fine!"&1t;/


    "Rebecca, prepare me a better bottle of red wine. You can''t go to someone else''s house for dinner empty-handed!"&1t;/


    "Okay!"&1t;/


    "It''s not really necessary...!"&1t;/


    After waving his hand to interrupt Zhang Lei''s words, "Huaxia people pay attention to etiquette, so if I go empty-handed, doesn''t it seem that my friend is too unreasonable! Well, that''s it!"&1t;/


    Zhang Lei, who knew his character, didn''t say anything more. He reached out and took out a stack of documents from his briefcase and handed it to Guo Shouyun. &1t;/


    "This is the company''s operating and financial data for 2oo2, please take a look!"&1t;/


    After taking it over and flipping through it briefly, Guo Shouyun handed it over to Rebecca. &1t;/


    "I''ll go back and see. Today we won''t talk about work, we will talk about everyday life."&1t;/


    Work is very important, but Zhang Lei, as one of the most important generals under his command, also needs to maintain his relationship. &1t;/


    The distance from the airport to the mid-level luxury residential area is not too close, but an hour is enough. &1t;/


    "Boss, this is my home."&1t;/


    Guo Shouyun nodded as he looked at the two-storey villa in European style surrounded by a row of green bushes in front of him. &1t;/


    "Nice!"&1t;/


    Zhang Lei led the way, pushed open the courtyard door and walked in, a middle-aged woman in plain clothes walked out. Seeing the person coming, her expression instantly became a little nervous, but when she saw Zhang Lei in front of her, she relaxed again, but her attitude became more respectful. &1t;/


    "Sir!"&1t;/


    "Sarah, is Shuzhen back?"&1t;/


    "Madam said she has a lecture and will be back later."&1t;/


    Zhang Lei nodded, "Where are you going?"&1t;/


    "The lady said that she wanted to eat abalone porridge at night, and asked me to buy some abalone back."&1t;/


    "Is that so. How much food do you have at home?"&1t;/


    "I just bought it this morning, enough for three meals."&1t;/


    "Go and buy more. I''ll have guests tonight."&1t;/


    "Yes!"&1t;/


    "Almost forgot. Boss, what do you like to eat, let Sarah buy it?"&1t;/


    "Don''t worry about it, home cooking will do!"&1t;/


    Hearing what he said, Zhang Lei didn''t persevere. However, based on his experience of having several meals with Guo Shouyun, he quickly explained: "You go to the seafood market to buy three Australian lobsters and six hairtails. If you have sea bass, buy a sea bass. For vegetables, buy celery, leeks, mushrooms, and yam. Some."&1t;/


    "Sir, we already have celery and leeks at home."&1t;/


    "You don''t have to buy it!"&1t;/


    "Yes!"&1t;/


    "You know my hobbies very well!" Guo Shouyun smiled, "Rebecca, do you have something to eat? Tell others if you have something, and make it for you when the time comes."&1t;/


    "Forget it, I''m not a picky eater!"&1t;/


    Rebecca shook her head. &1t;/


    After waving the Filipino maid to leave, Zhang Lei greeted Guo Shouyun and Rebecca into the house. &1t;/


    "Do you want to change your shoes?" Guo Shouyun asked. &1t;/


    "No, there is no carpet in the house."&1t;/


    "Is your house well organized?"&1t;/


    After entering the door, Guo Shouyun looked at the blue and white in the living room, mainly decorated in Mediterranean style, and smiled. &1t;/


    "It''s all made by my wife, they live more delicately than me." Talking and laughing, Zhang Lei took out the tea leaves from the drawer under the coffee table in the living room, "Boss, I only have this ordinary Dianhong here, you can drink it as soon as you can. Right."&1t;/


    "The first-class Dianhong is not ordinary. However, a month ago, didn''t I just send you a jar of Yecong Dahongpao from Dongran Tea Garden? It''s finished so soon?"&1t;/


    Yecong Dahongpao is Guo Shouyun''s long-drinking black tea, and the current market price is over 10,000 yuan. As for the top-level Dahongpao produced by the three mother trees in Wuyi Mountain, the annual output is less than 40 kilograms. Even if he is rich, he can take two or three kilograms from the market in a year, which can only be used to relieve addiction or entertain. Dear guest, there is simply not enough to drink. &1t;/


    "I was taken by my wife to honor my old husband!"&1t;/


    "So it is! ... But why do I feel that your quality of life seems to have declined after you got married?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile. &1t;/


    "I used to be alone, and I could spend whatever I wanted. Now that I have a family, I have to hand over the financial power and approve the spending. Of course, the quality of life has declined. The most obvious example is that I used to like collecting stamps, see I want to buy a stamp I like. But now I don��t have the right. Last time I was on a business trip in Beijing, I happened to encounter Guardian auctioning off a monkey stamp, and I agreed to three conditions before I got permission.�� Alas, now I will I thought that if I had found a Western wife at that time, there might not be so many troubles!"&1t;/


    "I think you think too much. The cultural gap between China and the West is much more difficult than a simple financial issue!" Guo Shouyun said. &1t;/


    "Is it that exaggerated? When I was studying at Princeton, the western girls I saw were very open!"&1t;/


    "Some things on the surface and after marriage are two different concepts." Guo Shouyun shook his head. Although he and Molly were not married, they had been living together as husband and wife since the other party was pregnant. Therefore, Guo Shouyun, who has come here, still has a lot of power in this regard. &1t;/


    "It seems that the boss has suffered a lot?"&1t;/


    Having said that, Zhang Lei emptied the first pot of tea, washed away possible dust and insect eggs on the tea leaves, and then added water, pouring a cup for Guo Shouyun and Rebecca each. &1t;/


    "Of course, how could I respond to the tone of the person who came here now!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun continued, "However, seeing the happy death of your wife when you mentioned your wife, I knew that You are full of nonsense ahead of you."&1t;/


    "Haha, the boss saw it!"&1t;/


    "Hey, it''s not like I''ve never felt loved!" Guo Shouyun pouted. &1t;/


    To be honest, he still likes this kind of free and casual chat. &1t;/


    "By the way, it''s quite boring to sit and chat here. Why don''t we cook together, the food will be delicious!" Guo Shouyun suddenly suggested after putting down the teacup. &1t;/


    "You are a guest, how can I let you cook!"&1t;/


    "Why don''t we be so polite? Let''s go!"&1t;/


    With that said, Guo Shouyun got up and pulled Zhang Lei into the kitchen. After a brief glance, he opened his refrigerator. &1t;/


    "Pig''s trotters?"&1t;/


    Looking at the food that he hadn''t enjoyed for a long time, Guo Shouyun was pleasantly surprised and took out two large pig trotters that were smooth and smooth. &1t;/


    "You like this one too?"&1t;/


    Zhang Lei nodded with a smile, "The boss also likes it?"&1t;/


    "Yeah! It''s a pity it''s not sold in the US."&1t;/


    Pig trotters, pig ears, plus small intestines and pig mouths were his favorite dishes in his last life when he just graduated from college. I buy some toothbrush almost every weekend. &1t;/


    "I like it too, but my wife doesn''t like it. She said it smells like sweaty feet?! I don''t understand, what does pig trotters have to do with the smell of sweaty feet?" After shaking his head helplessly, "these two pig trotters smell like sweat. It''s been a week since I bought it!"&1t;/


    "Then let''s make it today. I think as a guest, this is the first time I''ve come here. Your daughter-in-law should give me some face!" Guo Shouyun shook the pig''s trotter in his hand. &1t;/


    "Okay. I don''t have to be criticized!"&1t;/


    After the two men finished speaking, they happily began to discuss what to do. Soon, including pig trotters, the plan of seven dishes and two soups was put on the table by them. &1t;/


    Excited, they took off their expensive suits, rolled up their shirt sleeves to their elbows, and started to get busy. &1t;/


    As a serious westerner, Rebecca, who knows nothing about Chinese food, can only stand aside and watch the two busy. However, she really doesn''t understand why cooking can make a usually serious man so excited? Finally, she glanced at the two pig trotters, then looked at Guo Shouyun and Zhang Lei, and slowly shook her head. She really doesn''t understand men, especially the friendship between Chinese men before. &1t;/


    After Sarah, who was shopping for vegetables, came back, the two made abalone porridge and fried octopus again, and the time passed by constantly busy. &1t;/


    "Crack!"&1t;/


    As the door opened, a dignified young woman in a white coat pushed the door open and walked in. &1t;/


    "Madam!"&1t;/


    Sarah hurriedly walked over to say hello, took the other party''s coat and hung it on the hanger next to her. &1t;/


    "Sarah, is there a guest at home?"&1t;/


    "Um!...Looks like Mr.''s boss!"&1t;/


    "Boss?" Pan Shuzhen was stunned. "Where are they? Who is in the kitchen?"&1t;/


    "It''s Mr. and the others, they''re cooking! ... The boss is also there!"&1t;/


    Pan Shuzhen nodded thoughtfully, "I''ll take a look!"&1t;/


    But she just walked two steps when she happened to bump into Rebecca who came out of the restaurant with the prepared dishes. The two were stunned when they met, but the older Rebecca quickly reacted. After placing the vegetable plate on the dining table, he took two steps forward and stretched out his right hand. &1t;/


    "Hello, I''m Rebecca Mark. President of Enron Pacific, and executive assistant to Mr. Guo Shouyun!"&1t;/


    "Hello...!"&1t;/


    Before she could finish speaking, Zhang Lei, who heard the movement outside the door, came out. &1t;/


    "Shuzhen, you''re back? ... Oh, yes. Forgot to introduce you. This is Ms. Rebecca Mark. This is Bruce Guo, the chairman of Hanhua, who I often mentioned to you before. Also my boss!"&1t;/


    His eyes turned to Guo Shouyun, who came out behind. Because of her husband''s relationship, Pan Shuzhen naturally had a deep understanding of him. Moreover, this business and financial wizard with a growing reputation all over the world can indeed make everyone curious. &1t;/


    "I''m sorry, you see my hands are covered with fishy fish, and I can''t shake hands with you!" Guo Shouyun raised his hands with a smile. &1t;/


    "It doesn''t matter. Mr. Guo, it''s an honor for you to be our guest." Pan Shuzhen said quickly. &1t;/


    Although the Chinese people''s concept of hierarchy is not as serious as that of Japan and Korea, she will naturally not neglect her husband''s immediate boss when he is a guest at home. &1t;/


    "You''re welcome. And although Lao Zhang and I are nominally superiors and subordinates, we are all very good friends in private. So you don''t have to be so outspoken. Besides, I''m very happy to be here after arriving in Hong Kong. of."&1t;/


    "Then you won''t be allowed to cook in my house! I''ll do it!"&1t;/


    "No need. We have prepared all the dishes that should be made. Just wash your hands and eat together!" Guo Shouyun said. &1t;/


    "How embarrassing!"&1t;/


    "There''s nothing to be ashamed of. And if you''re being more polite, then I''m really ashamed!"&1t;/


    "Shuzhen, don''t be too outspoken. The boss doesn''t have as many airs as you think in private!"&1t;/


    Looking at her smiling husband, Pan Shuzhen couldn''t help but rolled her eyes at him. The traditional thinking of the East made her naturally feel that the leaders of the world have no "frames". And her husband is too sincere. He believes what others say. But in front of people, she is not good at criticizing anything in person. .&1t;/


    Greeting Sarah quickly, the two walked into the kitchen together to help. However, as Guo Shouyun said, the dishes they were going to fry were basically finished. &1t;/


    After greeting each other, everyone sat down around the dining table. &1t;/


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    "Mr. Guo, you are welcome to visit our house, and I will toast you with Lao Zhang!"


    After a few people sat around the table, Pan Shuzhen held up the wine glass and smiled. From her appearance, it is obvious that she is also a shrewd and capable person at home. Commonly known as: get the living room, get the kitchen.


    "I should drink this glass of wine. Besides, this is my wedding wine to congratulate you on your marriage."


    "It''s not good for wedding wine. This glass of wine is just a welcome drink. You missed my wedding with Lao Zhang, but you can''t let you escape so easily!" Pan Shuzhen said quickly.


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Old Zhang, it seems that your lover is not easy to fool!"


    "She has such a temperament, and she never wants to suffer!"


    "I''m a hot girl from Hu~nan! ... Mr. Guo, how long will you stay in Hong Kong this time?"


    "It depends, maybe a week, maybe shorter!"


    "That''s great. How about you go to our Chinese University of Hong Kong to give a speech?" Pan Shuzhen said earnestly.


    "speech?"


    "That''s right! You are now a world-renowned business and financial genius, and you are also Chinese. Many students in our school regard you as an idol. If you can give a speech, I believe it will have a great impact on their future studies and jobs. Influence... By the way, how about you as a gift for my marriage to Lao Zhang?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded after briefly thinking about it.


    "Since you''ve said it all, it''s too impersonal if I don''t go."


    "So you agreed?"


    "Well! I promise!"


    "Thank you, thank you so much. I thank you for those students!" Pan Shuzhen said excitedly.


    "You''re too polite. However, I''ve never given a speech to a student, so don''t blame me if you make a fool of yourself!"


    "No. I believe that every word of yours is a good word for them!"


    "I hope so! ... By the way, I also have to deal with company affairs, so the speech may be delayed. As for the exact time, if I am ready, I will let Rebecca inform you and the school in advance. ... This is no problem. Bar?"


    "No problem, definitely no problem! Our school will definitely cooperate with you!" Pan Shuzhen said quickly.


    Now I don��t know how many universities in the world want to invite this person in front of me to give a speech, but they have not been successful. This time, I was able to get the permission of the other party by virtue of her husband''s relationship, which was a huge profit. As for the school, it must be very willing.


    "Okay, let''s talk about what we should talk about. Come and eat, or else the food will be cold and it won''t be delicious!"


    "Yes, yes, dinner. This is the result of two hours of busy work with Lao Zhang."


    After having a simple chat at Zhang Lei''s house after dinner, Guo Shouyun took Rebecca to leave. It''s very close to the villa that Zhang Lei bought for him, so it didn''t take much time to go back.


    "Boss, this is the pen and paper you want!"


    "Put it on the desk!"


    Rebecca obeyed, "Do you have anything else to order?"


    "No, it''s getting late, you go back to rest early!"


    "Okay, you also rest early!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. After the sound of the door closing behind him, he slowly picked up the wine glass in his hand, drank the rest of the red wine, and finally glanced at the splendidly lit Xiangjiang River at the foot of the mountain, then turned and sat back to the desk. Holding a pen and paper, there was a little more thought on his face.


    In two lifetimes, speech is a rarity. There is no speech in the face of college students. Therefore, Guo Shouyun, who was "a big **** the head of a sedan chair", wanted to make a plan in advance, not to talk about the flowers, but at least to have something to say, not to ruin his reputation.


    "Which aspect? The Internet? The future?"


    The choice of the topic of the speech gave him some headaches.


    "Why don''t you just pretend like ''Jack Horse''?" Thinking of this, he couldn''t help laughing. I remember reading a joke on the Internet in my last life: the ''five kings'' of the Huaxia pretending world.


    I don''t know his wife, Liu Qiangdong, and regret creating Ali Jakema;


    Wang Jianlin has nothing, ordinary family Ma Huateng;


    Peking University is still good at Sa Beining, but Tsinghua''s admission ruins his life.


    "Forget it, although it''s harmless to be ridiculed like this, it still makes people uncomfortable after all!"


    Shaking his head, after thinking for a while, he wrote the speech theme of ''Internet and the Future'' on a blank A4 piece of paper! Then start thinking about the main line of the speech, and the branches and details that follow from the main line.


    Of course, time matters. One night is like getting an article, and it is definitely not enough to be able to speak at least an hour''s speech. But fortunately, he still has more time to think about it, so he doesn''t need to worry too much for the time being.


    On the second day in Hong Kong, Guo Shouyun did not leave the house. Instead, he spent a day looking at the operating materials and financial documents submitted by Zhang Lei about ''Hanhua Holdings''. After reading this and knowing Hanhua''s inside and outside, he initiated a middle and high-level meeting of the entire Hanhua Group chaired by him on the third day. As for the location, the headquarters of Hanhua Group is also a landmark building in Hong Kong, the "Bank of China Tower".


    Guo Shouyun, who has a very clear memory of the fact that Hong Kong''s housing prices will soar in the future, bought the three-story building here as Hanhua''s office with a down payment and installments as early as when Hanhua was established. Up to now, in addition to the benefits of rising house prices, the luxury of the Bank of China Tower has also enhanced the popularity of Hanhua Group in disguise and its status in the eyes of customers.


    It has to be said that for the financial industry, a luxurious office space is really a plus, and it can also gain the trust of customers.


    "Wow...!"


    When Guo Shouyun stepped into the large conference room, everyone who had been waiting in it stood up. Except for CEO Zhang Lei, CHO Ken Howerui, COO Chen Yu and other senior executives, as well as the CEOs of various subsidiaries who have seen Guo Shouyun, most people have never seen him in person. Therefore, when standing in the center of the long table in the conference room, Guo Shouyun could feel the inquiring eyes around him with his eyes closed.


    He was so used to it that he didn''t say much. After waving his hand for everyone to sit down, he organized the language: "Hanhua has been established for three years, but as the chairman of the board, this is the first time I have come to Hong Kong to sit and chat with everyone at the headquarters of Hanhua. Our common cause. I hope everyone can speak freely in the next meeting, and if you have any questions, suggestions, or needs, you can speak out boldly. As long as it is reasonable, I will try my best to satisfy everyone.��


    "Whoa...!"


    Loud applause broke out.


    "Thank you!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand, motioning everyone to be quiet, and gave Zhang Lei on the left a "OK" look. The latter understood, and his serious eyes quickly swept over everyone, "Now I announce the start of the 2002 year-end summary meeting. All departments will speak one after another, and the Hanhua Fund will start first!"


    Great China Fund is a relatively late subsidiary of Great China Group, mainly engaged in wealth management and asset management business. The company''s CEO, Mu Cheng, is a 34-year-old intellectual and beautiful woman. Before joining Hanhua, she was the senior vice president of the Financial Products Department of Standard Chartered Hong Kong Bank.


    "Chairman, all leaders. At present, there are 11 open-ended funds under the entire Hanhua Fund. Among them, the No. 1 Fund is a Class A currency fund, and the current management capital is 12.7 billion Huaxia Coins. The No. 2 Fund is a Class B currency fund. The fund under management is 4.3 billion Chinese currency. The third fund is a bond fund with assets under management of 4.12 billion Chinese currency. The fifth is a mixed fund with 2.7 billion Chinese currency under management. The sixth is a stock fund with 2.39 billion Chinese currency under management. Fund No. 7 is a QDII stock fund with assets under management of 2.15 billion CNY. Fund No. 8 is a QFII stock fund with assets under management of CNY 1.13 billion. Fund No. 9 is a gold EFT-linked C-type fund and currently manages assets of 3.18 billion China AMC. Fund No. 10 is an S&P 500 ETF linked fund with assets under management of 3.4 billion CNY. Fund No. 11 is a Shanghai Stock Exchange 50ETF linked fund with assets under management of 2.24 billion CNY. Fund No. 12 is a S&P Global Oil Index Fund. Assets under management are 2.59 billion Chinese currency.��


    "Throughout 2002, Fund No. 1 achieved a growth rate of 4.45%, ranking fifth among similar funds in major Asian financial markets such as Hong Kong, Singapore, and Tokyo. Fund No. 2 achieved a growth rate of 5.13%, ranking No. 1 in similar markets in Asia. No. 47. Fund No. 3 achieved a growth ratio of 18.47%, ranking 106th among similar funds in Asia. Fund No. 5 achieved a growth ratio of 37.9%, ranking 18th among similar funds in Asia. Fund No. 6 achieved a growth ratio of 88.4% , ranked second among similar funds in Asia. Fund No. 7 achieved an increase of 123%, ranking first among similar funds in Asia. Fund No. 8 achieved an increase of 137%, second only to similar funds in Goldman Sachs Asia. Fund No. 9 achieved The fund increased by 94.3%, ranking 4th among similar funds in Asia. Fund No. 10 achieved an increase of 2.4%, ranking 679 among similar funds.��


    Because of 9.11, the entire U.S. stock market fell into the pit, and even the S&P index in 2002 was hovering at a low level. It wasn''t until July of this year that the Federal Reserve lowered the federal funds rate to an unprecedented 1% or lower that the stock market showed signs of recovery. So far, the S&P 500 has only recovered to its pre-9/11 level.


    She glanced at Guo Shouyun, who was sitting on the main seat, and the still calm expression made Mucheng heave a sigh of relief. She was really afraid of trouble with this big boss.


    "... Fund No. 11 achieved an increase of 33.5%, ranking 47th among funds of its kind. Fund No. 12 achieved an increase of 102%, ranking 21st among funds of its kind."


    "At present, the entire Hanhua Fund has a total of seven branches in Hong Kong, Magic Capital, Singapore, Beijing, Pengcheng, Yangcheng and Tokyo, and currently has seven departments including fund sales, management, and product design, with 187 people in total. Managed 11 funds, 40.9 billion CNY. In 2002, the total revenue was 173 million CNY The net profit was 43 million CNY. It has achieved good performance among similar companies and has a certain reputation in the Asian financial market. The future is bright! Moreover, in the next two years, we are confident to increase the asset management scale of the entire Hanhua Fund to 100 billion Chinese currency, becoming the leading large-scale financial management institution in the Asian region.  ��I��m done.��


    When Mucheng''s eyes turned to Guo Shouyun, the eyes of the rest of the people around also turned to him. I want to see how Big Boss evaluates the performance of Hanhua Fund.


    "Hanhua Fund has been established for two years, and it has grown to the present. You have done a good job. President Mu and the management of Hanhua Fund have contributed greatly. Therefore, I decided to use 2% of the profit of Hanhua Fund this year as a bonus and distribute it to All employees of the Great China Fund. The specific allocation will be determined by the headquarters of the Great China Group and the management of the Great China Fund according to their positions and contributions.��


    "Thank you boss!"


    At any time, generous rewards can quickly mobilize people''s excitement, and this time was no exception.


    When the top management of Hanhua Fund was happy, Mucheng was not too relaxed. Because based on her knowledge of the big boss, Tianzao gave it, and there must be a big stick behind it.


    "No. 6 Fund Manager Li Man!"


    "boss!"


    A middle-aged man in a black suit and golden glasses raised his arms.


    "I want to know how you valued the stock of Tianhong Group in the first place? And it accounted for 21.7% of your basket of stocks!"


    Li Man''s heart skipped a beat. What he was most afraid of was that the big boss would mention this, because Tianhong Group''s stock directly reduced the yield of Fund No. 6 by 40%.


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    "Boss, the EPS (earnings per share) of Tianhong Group has increased by 19.4% in the past two years. The return on equity has exceeded 18%. The capital surplus and profit margin are both performing well. But the market reaction did not show much increase, I thought it was a cigarette **** stock. So, decided to put more weight on it. But...!"


    "But I didn''t expect that in 2002, the water pump business of Tianhong Group declined sharply, and its market share in Southeast Asia dropped by 35%, so that its stock price fell sharply when it was listed in Singapore, right?"


    "Yes!"


    "You are also a master of financial engineering from the University of Hong Kong. You should understand that indicators such as EPS, ROE (return on equity), and shareholder earnings are relative to whether stocks are worth investing in. Companies like Tianhong Group need to invest in equipment every year. A lot of capital is spent on depreciation, wear and tear and amortization, new equipment and plant improvements are bought, and technology investments are made to keep it competitive in the market."


    "But in the past two years, Tianhong Group has equaled its capital expenditures to depreciation, and has not carried out equipment renewal and replacement at all. The result of this is the EPS, ROE, shareholder earnings, profitability, cash flow and other indicators you see. There has been growth. The company''s book is very beautiful. But in fact, Tianhong Group''s market competitiveness has declined. Why didn''t you find this? Or, your investment system is only based on a company''s financial statements, never Without considering its operational and strategic planning?"


    "Sorry, boss. I''m just so eager to deliver results that I overlooked possible risks! But don''t worry, there won''t be another time."


    "Remember what you said. Investing needs to be cautious, and any small mistake can cause us unnecessary heavy losses."


    "Yes!"


    "Since it''s your first time, I can forgive you this time. But you can''t go unpunished for your mistakes. This time Hanhua won''t have your share of the bonus."


    "Thank you boss!"


    While Li Man was distressed, he was also relieved. Although it was embarrassing to be criticized in public, it was fortunate that he kept his job.


    "No. 7 Fund Manager Zhao Chunyang!"


    "boss!"


    A middle-aged woman of about thirty-six or seven years old stood up in a lady''s suit, with short ear-length hair and a capable temperament.


    "The No. 7 Fund you manage has performed well. It has the highest growth rate among the 11 funds under the Hanhua Fund. Therefore, I personally approve that on the basis of the original bonus of the Hanhua Fund, an additional bonus of 200,000 will be given to you, and 300,000 will be awarded to you. your team."


    "Thank you boss!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "If you can keep your fund at the same level for three years, you and your team will be able to get the head office''s option reward."


    "real?"


    Zhao Chunyang said in surprise.


    As an insider, Hanhua''s strength and rapid development are naturally clearest. If you can get the option, it is definitely an unimaginable sky-high reward.


    "certainly!"


    "Boss, I must work hard!"


    Looking at her determined eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, then waved her to sit down. Then, his majestic eyes quickly swept across the expectant crowd.


    "If you have merit, you will be rewarded, and if you have failed, you will be punished! It has always been the philosophy that I have adhered to since I started my business, and it will be strictly implemented in the future. So, if you want to be successful in Hanhua, then work hard, I will not Treat anyone who creates performance for the company. Bonuses, even options, I will not be stingy.��


    "Whoa...!"


    Loud applause broke out in the conference room. Most of the people here are young people, or middle-aged people who have just passed their thirties. Visible and tangible promises are the easiest to inspire their ambitions. Moreover, the fast-growing Hanhua, the legendary boss, can also give them strong confidence in the future of the company.


    "Next, Hanhua Securities!"


    After pressing down with both hands to make the conference room quiet again, Guo Shouyun continued.


    Following his words, a middle-aged man with golden glasses and a dark blue suit nodded slightly and picked up the documents on his desk.


    "Chairman, Mr. Zhang and colleagues. Since the establishment of Hanhua Securities in mid-2001, after one and a half years of development, it has now owned Hong Kong, Magic Capital, Pengcheng, Singapore, Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Yangcheng, Beijing. Eleven branches including , Bangkok, Taipei and Rongcheng, with 674,000 registered customers and 21.7 billion Chinese yuan in assets under management. Since its establishment, it has participated in the listing and underwriting of 37 companies and the securities sales of 51 companies. As well as Thailand, Indonesia , Myanmar three countries, the underwriting of government bonds worth 4.8 billion Chinese dollars. In 2002, the total revenue was 2.74 billion Chinese dollars, and the net profit was 197 million Chinese dollars.��


    "In the next three years, we, Hanhua Securities, are confident to increase the number of customers of Hanhua by 1.5 times and the scale of assets under management by 1.5 times. The total revenue and total profit will increase by 2 times! And initially build a large city that can cover East and Southeast Asia. The securities trading network." Chen Dong, the CEO of Hanhua Securities, said from the channel.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "You really contributed to Hanhua Securities'' current scale. However, in the past year or so, the head office has invested 1.8 billion Huaxia coins in Hanhua Securities and acquired 7 companies of the same size and size. .Do you still need continued support from the head office for your three-year plan?"


    "this��!"


    Looking at the deep eyes of the big boss, Chen Dong wanted to say what he needed. But the inexplicable pressure made him unable to open his mouth. After gritting his teeth, Chen Dong said solemnly, "No need!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "That''s right. If three years later, you really achieve your goal. I will give you 50,000 stock options in Hanhua Group."


    Chen Dong''s eyes lit up quickly, the reward was too tempting. As a high-level executive, he knew that although Hanhua Group has not yet been listed, when giving high-level option awards, it is calculated based on the total share capital of 100 million, and 50,000 shares are equivalent to 0.5/1000th. According to the total assessment of 3 billion US dollars given by the outside world to Hanhua Group, one thousandth is 1.5 million US dollars. And that''s the minimum assessment right now. Three years from now, the options on those 50,000 shares are definitely worth more than they are now.


    "The same is true for the presidents of your other companies. As long as they can achieve double growth in three years without relying on the support of the head office, and the 50,000 original stock option reward, I also have your share." Guo Shouyun looked at the rejoicing people. He continued, "Don''t be too happy, the growth I want is healthy growth. If I find that any of your companies dares to be quick for quick success, or engage in some crooked ways. If the reward is small, the reward will be cancelled; if it is big, it violates the law, I will It won''t cover up!"


    After a pause, it was left to them to digest, "Jin Rong, CEO of Hanhua Bank, it''s your turn next!"


    Jin Rong, who was wearing a brown suit, nodded, picked up the documents he had prepared, and said, "As the latest subsidiary in the group, Han Hua Bank currently has subsidiaries in Hong Kong, Mainland China, Taiwan, Japan, Southeast Asia and other places. 137 branches, 2.84 million customers, accumulative deposits of 18.74 billion Chinese dollars, loans of 21.3 billion Chinese dollars, tier-one capital adequacy ratio of 13.7%, bad debt rate of 2.9%. In 2002, the total revenue of Hanhua Bank was 1.84 billion Chinese dollars, net Profit of 213 million Chinese coins. In the next three years...!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted his words with a wave of his hand, "In the next three years, the group will make a capital preference for Han Hua Bank. Therefore, your corporate development strategy needs to be redone. Of course, President Zhang will participate on behalf of the headquarters."


    "Understood!" After hesitating for a moment, Jin Rong nodded.


    Looking at his expression, Guo Shouyun could also guess what he was thinking.


    "The part about option rewards will be determined based on your performance in the next three years. If you do well, I will not be stingy with rewards!"


    "Yes!"


    After answering, Jin Rong breathed a sigh of relief.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun quickly swept across the crowd, "Although I grew up in the United States, my adoptive father has always taught me his traditional Chinese culture. Just like my fluent Mandarin now, it is for education. Part of it. So I also understand the humble character of Huaxia people, as well as their prudence and inability to express themselves when it comes to money and job issues. UU Reading ��


    "But what I want to remind you is: be brave to fight for the benefits you deserve. You should get as much money as you work; what kind of value you have, you should get the benefits that match that value. Equal amount I don��t care about other companies, but in my case, I won��t give you one less point. If it��s not yours, I won��t give one more point. "


    "Whoa...!"


    The thunderous applause suddenly sounded, and it was even more enthusiastic than the previous two times. Guo Shouyun''s theory of equal value and return is too rare in the wild commercial era of China in the early 21st century.


    At this time, Huaxia had just gotten rid of the GCist way of thinking, but the old ideas of ''sacrifice'', ''dedication'', and ''big pot rice'' have not been completely eradicated. Even Hong Kong, which has a more commercial atmosphere, still has a strong cultural tradition of Confucian modesty and prudence. Of course, this is not wrong, but sometimes it makes people afraid to express themselves and fight for their own legitimate interests when facing their superiors.


    "Be quiet!" Guo Shouyun squeezed his hands, and after a pause of applause, "It seems that everyone has a deep feeling for what I said just now, that''s fine. In the future, if you feel that your superiors have not given you a reasonable position and Salary return, then you can find Mr. Zhang. If Mr. Zhang can''t solve it, you can send me an email. My email has been posted on the company''s internal website, and you should all know it. Of course, if you are not worthy of your name, I will never I will keep the mediocre people here to eat leisurely."


    "Okay, time is a matter of time, let''s stop gossip. Guo Zhen of Hanhua Capital, it''s your turn next!"


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    The five subsidiaries of the Hanhua Group, since the Sinohua Trust became independent from the Hanhua Group, the Hanhua Capital led by Guo Zhen has become the oldest company in the entire group.


    Since its establishment three years ago, Hanhua Capital and its twenty-four private equity funds named after the traditional twenty-four solar terms of Huaxia have become a well-known presence in the financial investment field in East Asia and Southeast Asia.


    "Chairman, Mr. Zhang, everyone. After three years of development, Hanhua Capital currently has a VC department, PE department, M&A department, 24 funds, and the total value of assets under management is 73 billion Chinese yuan. Among them, Lichun, Rainwater , Jingzhe, Spring Equinox and Qingming were the earliest established funds with relatively large assets. In particular, the Lichun Fund, benefiting from the recovery of China��s Internet industry, has increased the income of portal websites such as Sina, NetEase, Kongwang, and TOM, and its assets have increased within the past year. The expansion has nearly doubled. At present, the number of Huaxia Internet companies it has invested in has reached 47, with a total asset value of 8.24 billion Huaxia coins.��


    "The capital scale and growth rate of the Spring Equinox Fund is second only to that of the Lichun Fund. The 27 real estate companies it invests in, as well as related construction, garden, building materials and interior design companies, have seen an average annual growth rate of 67% in the past three years. The total value of the company''s equity and bonds is CNY 7.18 billion."


    "The worst performer was the Frostfall Fund, which was established for a relatively short period of time, and the price of wine is closely related to the vintage. So, since the past year, the average increase was only 5.35%! The 24 funds have the lowest increase."


    "Finally, in 2002, the entire Hanhua Capital achieved a total revenue of 834 million Chinese coins and a net profit of 217 million Chinese coins."


    Hanhua Capital is different from the previous Hanhua Securities and Hanhua Bank. Before the investment is withdrawn, there is no profit. Of course, Great China Capital is not exactly venture capital. Its PE department and M&A department can get dividend income when investing in listed companies, and when participating in corporate mergers and acquisitions, they can obtain higher interest income through investment, as well as intermediary income and so on.


    Guo Shouyun flipped through the information of Hanhua Capital in his hand. After Guo Zhen finished speaking, he thought about it, and then raised his head and said, "In more than three years, Hanhua Capital has achieved the current results. It made her business a bit too complicated. So I decided to further standardize the business scope of Hanhua Capital. First, the four funds of jadeite, Hetian jade, Huaxia art, precious wood and wine were withdrawn from Hanhua Capital and placed in Under Hanhua Fund, four private equity funds have been established: No. 14, No. 15, No. 16 and No. 17."


    The areas targeted by Great China Capital are venture capital and private equity investment, mainly enterprises. Jadeite, Hetian jade, Huaxia artwork, etc., are mainly investment varieties that maintain and increase their value, and are two different concepts from venture capital and private equity financing. On the contrary, the Hanhua Fund, which simply preserves and increases its value, is more suitable for them.


    "Second, the M&A department was merged into the PE department. The new PE department consists of seven ''private equity funds'': Guyu Fund, Frostfall Fund, Xiaohan Fund, Dahan Fund, Winter Solstice Fund, Daxue Fund and Liqiu Fund; Lidong Fund, Lixia Fund Two ''Mezzanine Funds''; two ''Senior Bond Funds'', Xiaoxue Fund and Cold Dew Fund"


    "Third, the Financial Services Department was established to provide enterprises and individuals with services such as ''M&A consulting, reconstruction and restructuring consulting, and fund raising.


    With Guo Shouyun��s change, the divisions of Great China Capital have become VC divisions that are always dedicated to venture capital, PE divisions that are engaged in corporate mergers and acquisitions, MBO (Management Buyouts), equity and bond investments, and financial advisory services that specialize in providing financial advisory services. service department. Service and business boundaries are much clearer than in the past.


    "Guo Zhen, if you have no opinion, the headquarters will hand over the formal rectification plan to you!"


    "No, I obey the decision of the headquarters!"


    In fact, he already knew about this rectification plan, and many of the contents were proposed by him. The reason for the announcement here is more to give a briefing to those colleagues in the subsidiary who do not know.


    "That''s good, let''s continue the meeting."


    Hearing his words, everyone''s eyes couldn''t help looking at the slightly fat middle-aged man in a black suit sitting on the third seat to Guo Shouyun''s right.


    His name is Yu Fei, and he is currently the head of the only hedge fund under the entire Hanhua Group. In the past three years, under the behind-the-scenes operation of Guo Shouyun, the Mang Seed Fund has won nearly 2 billion US dollars of liquidity from the financial market, which has strongly supported the rapid development of the entire Hanhua Group. Now, international oil and gold prices are skyrocketing because of a possible US-Iraq war. They all want to know how much money the Mang Seed Fund makes from this.


    "At present, the entire mango seed fund has a total management capital of 83.7 billion Chinese currency, mainly investing in oil futures, gold spot and futures, stock market and other markets. In 2002, it absorbed capital of 37.3 billion Chinese currency, the growth rate of managed capital was 42.8%, and the total revenue was 39.8 100 million Huaxia Coins, net profit of 2.58 billion Huaxia Coins.��


    After Yu Fei finished speaking, the people around showed a surprised or thoughtful look. Clearly, this result was very different from what they wanted to hear.


    However, Guo Shouyun is very clear about the reason. The investment in gold by the Mang Seed Fund has not been closed until now, and naturally it will not be included in the balance sheet in 2002.


    Seeing their hesitant expressions, Guo Shouyun didn''t explain much, and now is not the time.


    "According to your report, as well as the operational and financial documents submitted by the headquarters of Hanhua Group. As of the end of 2002, the entire Hanhua Group has achieved a total revenue of 9.567 billion Chinese currency and a net profit of 3.25 billion Chinese currency. Assets under management The scale is 223.44 billion Chinese currency! The company''s total assets are 45.3 billion Chinese currency, the capital balance is 10.54 billion Chinese currency, the total debt is 17.5 billion Chinese currency, and the current liability is 8.84 billion Chinese currency. The data increased by 54.3% over last year!�� This is a Very good data, I hope you can give me an equally good answer by the end of 2003!"


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say, that''s all I have to listen to. Regarding the development plan of Hanhua Group in 2003 and the business details of each subsidiary, Mr. Zhang will evaluate you and preside over the next meeting." After falling, Guo Shouyun stood up and nodded to Zhang Lei, "Yu Fei, come out with me!"


    The latter nodded, quickly cleaned up his notebook and the documents on the table, and walked out after Guo Shouyun under everyone''s attention.


    "sit!"


    After entering the chairman''s office, Guo Shouyun waved.


    "Thank you, Chairman!"


    "You''re welcome. What''s the latest gold price?"


    "$363.47, the latest price in the Chicago gold futures market." Yu Fei said quickly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a while, "How much room do you think there is for gold to rise in the future?"


    "$15-$20! Or maybe more."


    After looking at him, "I found that you are all more optimistic than me!"


    Yu Fei knew that the ''we'' in his mouth was the American counterpart with the same nature as himself.


    "The signal of the US attacking Iraq is getting stronger and stronger, driving the price of international gold and oil and other value-preserving products to rise rapidly. In December 2002, the price of gold rose by $30 per ounce. Gold has risen by $3.6 per ounce. If this trend continues, the price of gold can at least rise to around $375 by the end of January, or even higher.��


    Looking at his hesitant expression, "Don''t you mean to say that our maximum closing price should be raised further?"


    "The boss has a clever plan. In fact, in the current situation, the price of $370 per ounce is not enough to fully reflect this wave of gold bull market, I think we can take a risk, such as ... adjust the closing price up by $5 ."


    Looking at Yu Fei''s expectant eyes, Guo Shouyun shook his head after thinking for a moment.


    "I''ve considered the same as you many times, whether to raise the closing price of gold further. But after thinking about it, I gave up."


    "why?"


    "The closing price of $370 is already the highest value we have concluded after studying the impact of wars and crises on the price of gold over the past three decades. Even I deliberately increased the risk by $3, further magnifying the risk. Although, The current global gold rally makes this price seem a bit conservative. But you and I both know that in the financial market, prudence is the highest rule of survival. Chase up and sell down, even if you make a profit this time, you may lose it next time. Terrible."


    After thinking for a moment, Yu Fei nodded.


    "What the boss taught me. It''s very torturous just to see huge profits right in front of you, but you can''t eat it!"


    "Don''t call the money you haven''t got a profit. Also, whether the market will develop as you expect is still a two-way point! Also, we entered from $318.34 even if it is flat at $370 You can also earn $5,166 per gold futures contract! �� That��s $13 billion in total revenue.��


    Yu Fei''s face also showed excitement.


    "Our Mango seed fund can get 40% of the $13 billion, or $5.2 billion. The capital gains tax in Hong Kong is 16.5%. After deducting labor and dividends, our Mango seed fund''s own capital can increase by $4 billion."


    "Have you figured out how to use the $4 billion?" Guo Shouyun smiled and glanced at him.


    "Of course I thought about it. With the U.S. economy out of the trough, Nasdaq and the New York Stock Exchange have many opportunities, especially the Internet technology companies that the boss is optimistic about. In addition, the Iraq War broke out, and the demand for oil in China''s economic development increased sharply, etc. Factors will cause oil prices to rise, so I plan to do long-term oil. In addition, China AMC enters the market and the economy is improving, which will inevitably lead to an appreciation of China AMC currency. I also want to look for opportunities in the currency market. Moreover, gold is short-term and China AMC is developing rapidly. There are good opportunities in the real estate market and the futures market for raw materials such as iron ore and copper.��


    "I can''t see that you have such a big appetite. But the $4 billion will definitely be deducted by Lao Zhang. Do you think the remaining funds can meet your requirements?"


    "Hey, of course! When the news of the huge profit of the mango seed fund in the gold market spread this time, I don''t know how many rich people are crying and shouting to hand over their spare money to us. At that time, the size of the mango seed fund can easily be reduced from It is less than 10 billion now, and it has broken through to 10 billion US dollars, or even more! By that time, I will have enough funds to operate! I believe that ''Mang Seed'' will definitely become a hedge no less than the brother company ''Thunder'' Fund giant!"


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    "Since you planned so well, then I will wait to see your results!"


    He is very reassured about Yu Fei''s investment and trading ability. After all, he can be a senior vice president of HSBC Hong Kong at the age of 34, and the two hedge funds in charge have achieved a growth rate of more than 45% for three consecutive years. Financial elites are rare. In order to dig him, Guo Shouyun spent a lot of effort.


    Of course, he will not really ignore the mango seed fund, which has an increasingly large amount of funds. Moreover, the financial and regulatory system of Mang Zhong will also check and balance Yu Fei''s fever.


    "By the way, boss. Now that the international oil price has exceeded 30 US dollars, are you not ready to close your position?"


    "You still care about oil?"


    "Of course. Once the Iraq war starts, the most affected thing is the oil price. How can it not care? And Thunder Fund is a brother company, so there must be a sense of competition!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and took a sip of the black tea that Rebecca brought, "The closing line for oil is $33."


    "$33, a bit more conservative than I thought!"


    "This is called the age of the rivers and lakes, the less courageous. I am not in the era of wearing shoes with bare feet more than a year ago! I have too many worries, and I will inevitably be conservative!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Boss, I really want to be ten years older than you, right? Shouldn''t I say this more?"


    "I am already the father of two children, and you are not married yet! When will you have a child, you will have a concern in your heart and understand the responsibility on your father''s shoulders, then you will know what maturity is!" With a hint of emotion.


    For most men, getting married and having children is definitely a major turning point in life. Until then, no matter how playful you are, you won''t feel too much pressure. But once the identity and role are changed, the whole person''s thinking will also change. The feeling that there is no support behind him, parents, wives, children, and the whole family have to carry all the food, drink, and Lhasa on their shoulders, which can quickly make a man go from naive to mature.


    This transition has nothing to do with age, status and responsibility.


    "Marriage is too much trouble! I still think it''s better to live alone. Besides, with so many beautiful women in the world, why do they have to hang themselves from a tree?" Yu Fei shook his head very simply.


    Looking at his condescending appearance, Guo Shouyun thought of the **** Iron Man in Marvel. However, he was too lazy to correct Yu Fei''s concept. Everyone has their own aspirations. Unless Guo Shouyun really meets the woman who can change him, Guo Shouyun will be a waste of words.


    "You are romantic and affectionate, I don''t want to interfere. But don''t reveal the company''s commercial secrets when you''re having **** with those women!"


    "Don''t worry, boss! Play is fun, but I''m never sloppy at work."


    "You just understand!"


    "By the way, boss. Now that you are in Hong Kong, do you want to go to Lan Kwai Fong? There is the most famous gold-selling kiln in Asia, and you can choose from countless beauties!" Yu Fei''s tone was full of temptation.


    Looking at his ''obscene'' expression, Guo Shouyun, who had heard the name ''Lan Kwai Fong'' more than once in his previous life, was also moved. But after thinking about it, he quickly dismissed the idea of ??''going here for a visit''.


    Guo Shouyun, who has not yet emerged from the shadow of the Mumbai terrorist attack, doesn''t want to go to a place like Lan Kwai Fong where three religions are mixed, because the risk is too high.


    Moreover, even if it is to vent his desires, with his status, as long as he hooks his fingers, he can choose from countless top beauties in the world who want to enter Hollywood with sharpened heads. Like Eva Green, whom I met last time in Paris.


    "I don''t have that in mind, you''d better go by yourself!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    "Okay!" Yu Fei shrugged, "If you''re okay, then I''ll take my leave!"


    "Well! ... Remember my explanation, the gold futures under Mang Zhong must be closed at $370."


    "Yes!"


    After answering, Yu Fei turned around and left the office with his briefcase.


    "Boss, is it really appropriate for him to manage the mango seed fund with tens of billions of funds?" Rebecca asked with a frown after Yu Fei left.


    "Do you think his character is not stable enough?"


    Rebecca nodded.


    "I felt the same way at the beginning. But after a long time of contact, you will find that although Yu Fei is frivolous on the surface, he is actually a financial genius who is very principled, thoughtful, and has a long-term vision. Just like the folk legend in China There is a proverb that has been used for countless years: a person cannot be seen, and the sea cannot be measured. As for the shortcomings that he looks like, in fact, all men have them, but most of them are concerned about it and will not show it. Yu Fei is just reckless. Just for that."


    "You mean lecherous?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and shrugged.


    Rebecca pouted, not bothering about this issue.


    "By the way, Xing Zhiping, CEO of Hanhua Trust, is here."


    "Oh! Let him in!"


    Not long after Rebecca nodded and turned to go out, a middle-aged man in a black suit with a peaceful expression pushed the door and walked in.


    Xing Zhiping, CEO of Hanhua Trust, is a tall and successful person in the eyes of ordinary people. But in the eyes of top financial elites like Zhang Lei and Yu Fei, he is just an ordinary person with some talent, who has been in the financial industry for a lifetime, and is only an ordinary person who plays the role of a public fund manager.


    Like William Zhang, the CEO of Phoenix, he is a relatively common middle class in the world''s financial world. These people have a common trait: they don''t have too many ambitions, they are more willing to enjoy life than career pursuits, and at the same time they have certain financial talents to guarantee them a good income.


    And such people are exactly the managers that Hanhua Trust needs. Because Guo Shouyun''s requirement for Hanhua Trust is not that it must achieve much development. Instead, he has to manage some of his investments in China and Asia. For example: shares of Tencent and NetEase.


    Therefore, he does not need Xing Zhiping to have too much ambition, let alone his amazing ability. Everything is enough.


    "boss!"


    "Sit down and talk!"


    After the other party sat down, Guo Shouyun picked up the teapot and poured a cup of tea for the other party.


    "How about a taste of Rebecca''s Dahongpao?"


    "The boss''s tea is definitely not defective!"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him, took a tea bag from the side and handed it over.


    "This is for you, Jinsi Premium Dianhong, take it back and drink it!"


    Xing Zhiping, who knew Guo Shouyun''s character, was not polite, "Then thank you boss."


    "No need to thank you. Go back to you old gluttonous eater, just treat me to a meal of authentic Hong Kong food."


    "no problem."


    Guo Shouyun put down the teacup, "Okay, let''s talk about the company''s situation first!"


    Xing Zhiping nodded with a serious expression.


    "According to the boss''s request, Hanhua Trust has invested in three new companies. Currently, it holds 8.5% of Master Kong, 7.2% of Gree Electric, and 5.8% of Wuliangye."


    There are many companies worth investing in Guo Shouyun''s memory. Master Kong, Gree and Wuliangye are just three of them.


    "Is there any room to increase the equity of these three companies?"


    "Yes! Master Kong is relatively easy. However, Gree Electric and Wuliangye are located in mainland China, and the shares used for listing and circulation do not exceed 30%! Moreover, the approved quota for our QFII fund in mainland China has been used up. Re-approval takes time. Over time, I am afraid that it will be difficult to further increase the shares in a short period of time.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly. Whether it is Hanhua Group or Hanhua Trust, the registered place is Hong Kong. If they want to enter the closed Huaxia capital market, there is only one way to do it. As for the future Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect, it will be ten years later, and it will be fully opened to foreign investors, and it will be fifteen years later. Really have to wait until then, the cucumber dishes are cold.


    "Do your best!"


    "Yes!"


    "Alibaba, Baidu and Ctrip, any announcements of a new round of financing?"


    "There is no news from Alibaba and Baidu for the time being. Ctrip intends to conduct the third round of financing and has begun preparations for the listing."


    "Listed?"


    "Yes! Thanks to the mobile company''s ''Monternet'' business, sites such as Tencent, NetEase, Sina, and Zhonghua, which were losing money, have turned their losses into profits, and have doubled their revenue and profits in the past two years. The Chinese concept stocks from China have once again become the new darling of Nasdaq. So including Ctrip, eLong, Shanda...!"


    "Wait, you said Shanda?" Guo Shouyun suddenly interrupted.


    "Yes! Shanda is an online game company established in mainland China in early 2001. With the agency of an online game called "Miracle" from South Korea, it has become a game upstart that can compare with NetEase, The Ninth City and Kingsoft.


    "Is her boss Chen Tianqiao?"


    "Yes. The boss also knows?"


    "I don''t know, I just heard about it!" Although he said so, Guo Shouyun was feeling the power of historical inertia. Even if he grabbed Chen Tianqiao''s "Legend", he could still rise with a "Miracle".


    "Okay, go ahead!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    "Since the rise of Huaxia concept stocks, a new batch of Internet companies including Shanda and eLong are planning to go public in the United States." Xing Zhiping nodded and continued.


    "A Monternet saved the entire China Internet company that was on the verge of bankruptcy!"


    Recalling the memories of his previous life, Guo Shouyun not only sighed with emotion.


    "Indeed, even mobile companies never thought that wireless value-added services would have such a huge market in China. After two years of launch, the market increased from 1.98 billion yuan in 2001 to 9.36 billion yuan in 2002, an increase of 373%. . Even if the growth rate in 2003 is only half of last year''s, the market will exceed 20 billion! This growing market is enough to support most of China''s Internet companies!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement. But what he also knows is that it is precisely because this market is growing too fast and the profits are too high that it has caused disorderly competition and encroachment by power, so that after 2006, it almost died.


    "Did Ctrip''s third round of financing talk to us?" After a simple digression, Guo Shouyun returned to the topic.


    "I found it. But they want us to participate in the third round of financing with Merrill Lynch, Blackstone, and Sequoia Capital."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Liang Jianzhang has a good idea. It seems that he wants to use the popularity of these big institutions to attract capital''s attention to Ctrip and increase Ctrip''s market value."


    "In fact, he also intends to further dilute our equity."


    "This is not surprising. After the second round of financing, our equity in Ctrip has increased to 35.7%. If he wants to keep his control over Ctrip and his future interests, it is inevitable to dilute our shares!"


    "Then do we need to intervene?"


    "No! Let him go. There are still many companies worth investing in in this world!"


    "Yes!"


    Afterwards, Guo Shouyun picked up his teacup and took a sip. This time, he invested 700 million US dollars in the mango seed fund. If nothing else, this money will increase by 1.3 times, which is 900 million US dollars. After deducting the handling fees of the Mango Seed Fund and the income tax paid, there is still about 430 million US dollars left. Two OnePlus is $1.13 billion. This is not a small amount, and Guo Shouyun did not intend to let them idle in the account. Therefore, choosing one or two suitable investment targets has become something he needs to consider at the moment Unfortunately, the China market that I most hope to invest in is still closed. In the US market, the most promising targets have already been reached. Also, I don''t want to put all of my ''eggs'' in the American basket. "


    After putting down the teacup and looking at Xing Zhiping opposite, Guo Shouyun suddenly asked, "Lao Xing, do you have any good investment goals?"


    "I?"


    "That''s right! You have worked in Hong Kong''s financial investment field for more than 20 years. You should have your own unique opinion on this?" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "The boss has won the prize. I don''t dare to be a unique opinion, but if the boss wants to invest, Taiwan''s current electronics companies are developing rapidly. TSMC, Asus, Acer, and MSI have great potential and are good investment targets."


    Guo Shouyun knew it in his heart, "I almost forgot about Taiwan."


    In fact, with the growth of the Chinese market, these large Taiwanese companies have achieved amazing growth. It is indeed a good investment object.


    "In a month, I will give you another sum of money, and you can invest it in TSMC and ASUS!" Guo Shouyun said after a moment of indifference.


    "Yes!"


    The money of 1.13 billion US dollars is not much, and he has always planned to hold it for a long time, and he has no plans to diversify his investment. Therefore, it is a long-standing habit of Guo Shouyun to select the most potential holdings.


    "Okay, let''s talk about work here. It''s almost noon, let''s go eat first!"


    Xing Zhiping nodded and asked, "Don''t you wait for Mr. Zhang?"


    "No wait. We don''t know when their year-end summary meeting will be, we eat ours."


    Hearing this, Xing Zhiping didn''t say anything more. The two walked out of the room with Rebecca.


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    Chapter 379 The Worshiped Guo Shouyun


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    The 2002 year-end summary meeting of the Hanhua Group was held for three days. Guo Shouyun only attended occasionally, and Zhang Lei hosted it more. The reason for this was because he knew very well that Zhang Lei, the actual operator of the company, obviously knew the details of Hanhua better than himself, compared to himself, who was used to being the shopkeeper.


    If you blindly direct the operation of the company just for the sake of face, or to emphasize your existence in front of employees, you will be the one who is unlucky in the end. Also, human energy is limited. With so many companies under his belt, it is impossible for him to ask them all. As long as the finances are grasped and the general direction of the company is not chaotic, there is no need to interfere too much with the management of the company by professional managers.


    "Boss, Ms. Pan Shuzhen wants to see you with several guests!"


    Guo Shouyun was processing some movie shooting documents of Matrix Company in his study when Rebecca knocked on the door and walked in.


    "Lao Zhang''s daughter-in-law? It seems to be for a speech!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled after putting down the pen.


    Rebecca nodded in agreement.


    "Where are they?"


    "living room!"


    "Go and meet them!"


    Guo Shouyun got up and went downstairs. In the living room, after hearing the footsteps above, Pan Shuzhen quickly put down the water glass and stood up.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. We meet again!"


    After simply shaking hands with the other party, he smiled and said, "I and Lao Zhang are very good friends, so you don''t have to be so polite."


    "You are now a world-renowned business genius and financial tycoon. I don''t dare to be presumptuous in front of you!"


    "What kind of genius? It''s just touted by outsiders!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand and turned his eyes to the middle-aged man who was standing behind her, wearing a brown suit with a black bow tie, gold-wire glasses and a smile on his eyes body.


    "Who is this��?"


    "Oh, let me introduce. ... This is Chen Chusheng, the vice president of the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Today, he came with me to discuss with Mr. Guo about your speech in our school."


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. It''s a great honor to meet you!"


    "You''re welcome, I''m really flattered to ask you, a great scholar, to come and see me as a businessman!"


    Chen Chusheng was stunned for a moment, and then smiled: "I didn''t expect that Mr. Guo grew up in the United States. In addition to his amazing Mandarin, he is also well versed in the traditional Chinese hospitality."


    "This is thanks to my adoptive father, who taught me not to forget my roots since I was a child. So, although I grew up in the United States, I am very familiar with the traditional culture of my hometown."


    "It''s rare!" Chen Chusheng nodded.


    "Everyone, please sit down."


    Under the greeting of Guo Shouyun, everyone took their seats. As Guo Shouyun''s assistant, Rebecca instructed the temporary hired Filipino maid to brew tea and serve it up.


    "Mr. Guo, you are also clear about our purpose. I don''t know what your opinion is on this? Or, what are your requirements? As long as we can do it, our school will do our best to meet it." After taking a sip of tea, Chen Chusheng asked.


    "Principal Chen is very polite. I don''t have any special requirements, as long as you can ensure the order of the venue and avoid safety problems."


    "Please rest assured, Mr. Guo, we will do our best to ensure your personal safety."


    "I think Principal Chen has misunderstood. It''s not my personal safety, but the safety of the students. Intensive traffic means more accidents. Once an accident occurs, it is an irreversible tragic incident. Therefore, to ensure the order of the venue, emergency relief The plan must be made in advance.��


    "Mr. Guo is still very thoughtful. Please rest assured, we will do our best to make all preparations for safety."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "That''s all I want to say, nothing else needs special explanation."


    "At that time...?"


    "Tomorrow afternoon, I will try my best to control the speech time within two hours."


    "Okay! ... By the way, after the speech, our school wants to hold a thank you dinner for Mr. Guo, and we hope that Mr. Guo can attend."


    "Yes. But you also understand that now that the year is over, various companies are holding year-end summary meetings. I have a lot of things to do, so I won''t stay for too long."


    "No problem. Anytime Mr. Guo wants to go, he can leave at any time. ... Also, can we do some advance publicity for Mr. Guo''s speech?"


    "Propaganda? Do you mean propaganda among students, or propaganda to the society?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "It''s mainly to promote it to students. But we still have many alumni who have graduated from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and I think they are also very eager to listen to Mr. Guo''s speech."


    Seeing the other party staring at him with a hint of nervousness in his eyes, Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it and nodded.


    "Can!"


    Chen Chusheng breathed a sigh of relief. He was afraid that the legend, who rarely gave interviews to the media, would refuse.


    "Thank you very much for Mr. Guo''s support for our teaching work! ... By the way, can you take the liberty of asking about the topic of Mr. Guo''s speech?"


    "I started with the Internet, let''s talk about the Internet. I believe that young people are interested in this new thing! As for the more specific content, you will know when the time comes."


    Seeing that the other party didn''t intend to say too much, Chen Chusheng also understood and didn''t ask any more questions.


    Later, after the two sides communicated about the details of the speech tomorrow afternoon, Chen Chusheng and Pan Shuzhen bid farewell.


    "I didn''t expect that this super-rich who has achieved amazing achievements at a young age is not as difficult to reach as he imagined."


    Looking at the villa far away, Chen Chusheng sat in the car and sighed.


    "I didn''t expect it either. Among the young wealthy people I''ve met before, the vast majority are polite on the surface, but are actually extremely arrogant in their hearts. Very few people can truly treat each other as equals, and make people feel comfortable and respected. Not much. Guo Shouyun is the best among them, and it''s even rarer that he is only 24 years old! It''s unimaginable!" Pan Shuzhen''s tone revealed a hint of disbelief.


    After nodding in agreement, Chen Chusheng continued: "24 years old! At the age of 24, I founded more than a dozen companies with tens of billions of dollars. In contrast, when I was 24 years old, I was still doing dishes in Cambridge and earning graduate students for myself. tuition fees." After a pause, he shook his head, "This person is really incomparable."


    "It''s the same with me. When I was 24 years old, I achieved nothing. However, someone like Guo Shouyun who has achieved such amazing achievements at such a young age is the only one who has searched all over the world. Throughout history, it can be counted in one slap. Human elites, apart from admiration and admiration, I dare not compare them."


    Chen Chusheng nodded in agreement. After a while, "Shuzhen, you did a good job this time. You can invite Guo Shouyun to come to our school to give a speech and win honor for us."


    "I''m also part of the school, and I''m willing to try anything that can make the school better."


    "I think your father will be very relieved to hear that."


    Pan Shuzhen nodded and said nothing.


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    "boom��!"


    The door of Room 308 in the male dormitory of the Chinese University of Hong Kong was knocked open. The loud noise made the seniors in the dormitory who were preparing for their graduation defense this year startled and glared at him.


    However, before they got angry or threw out their stinky socks to vent their anger, they were shocked by the news from their classmates.


    "Brothers, outside Super. Just received a notice from the teacher that Bruce Guo will give a speech in the auditorium of our school at two o''clock tomorrow afternoon!"


    "Bruce Guo, who is that?"


    Before the doubtful voice could fall, it was interrupted by the sound of ''Ow'' in the same bed next to him.


    "Li Dazui, are you telling the truth? Bruce Guo is coming to our school to give a speech?" A tall and thin boy in big pants, with eyes and hair that developed into a ''chicken coop'' stood up and took a asked in disbelief.


    Li Wei nodded vigorously, not even caring about being called a nickname he hated.


    "The Master of Juejue just called to inform you. If you don''t believe me, ask yourself."


    Mie Shitai is the ''consultant'' of their class, equivalent to the role of the head teacher of a university in mainland China, responsible for the management and guidance of students. Because he is a more serious person, and because he is middle-aged, he is privately nicknamed "Mie Shi Tai" by the students.


    Although Gao Jianchen definitely didn''t want to harass Shi Tai in his spare time, in order to determine whether his idol really wanted to give a speech, he gritted his teeth and fought hard.


    Of course, the result of the call was that the news was confirmed again.


    "Awesome! Wow, my idol''s speech! Bah!"


    Looking at the two roommates facing each other, the dance is similar to "Tarzan of the Great Ape", but it is purely random, let''s call it "dance".


    "...! Is this necessary? Isn''t it just a speech? We have listened to it hundreds of times during the four years of college, including many world-class scholars and business elites such as Li Ka-shing, Yu Yingshi, Qiu Chengtong, Zheng Haiquan, and I didn''t see you excited at that time. Like this! Besides, is this Bruce Guo famous?" Chen Guoxian said.


    Looking at the two roommates who were completely immersed in excitement and ignored him, he had to turn his eyes to the other sleeping next to him. In his impression, Fan Yi, who has always been academically excellent and aloof, should be as calm as himself.


    However, when he saw his companion with both hands clenched and his face full of joy, he knew that he was wrong.


    Noticing Chen Guoxian''s surprised eyes, Fan Yi pushed the eyes on the bridge of his nose, "Old Chen, do you use LinkedIn?"


    "Of course, I plan to rely on it to find a job!"


    "Do you use Facebook?"


    "Yes, are there still college students in Hong Kong who don''t use Facebook?"


    "Do you use YouTube?"


    "Of course. The video of Li Dazui having **** with his girlfriend that I uploaded the day before yesterday has nearly 50,000 views."


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 Chapter 380： crowd of people

    Chapter three hundred and eighty unbelievable


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    Looking at his proud face, Fan Yi twitched the corners of his mouth and continued, "Don''t you like watching ''Pirates of the Caribbean''...?"


    "Of course, but what do you mean by ''glasses''? Do they have anything to do with Bruce Guo?"


    "Of course it does. They are all companies founded by my idols!" Li Wei, who had calmed down a little, said first.


    "Silicon Valley''s most high-profile Ruby and Google companies, world media giants, Hollywood film and television giants ''Matrix Group'', retail and catering giants ''Guo'', energy giants ''Enron Pacific'', consumer electronics giants ''Apple'', Wall Street financial giants Upstart ''Phoenix'', Hong Kong''s most high-profile financial company ''Han Wah'', are all companies founded and owned by my idol. The most important thing is that he is only 24 years old. He has worked hard for more than 40 billion in just three years. Dollar worth!"


    "Three years? $40 billion? Brag?!" Chen Guoxian said in disbelief.


    There are many successful young people, but this kind of success that subverts common sense is too hard to believe.


    "Look, this is the information about him in Google Wiki."


    Fan Yi handed over the laptop in his hand.


    "Well, I didn''t lie to you, did I?"


    Seeing the growing shock and disbelief on his roommate''s face, Li Wei asked proudly. Looking at him, it was as if those amazing achievements were all his achievements. This flamboyant performance is typical of idolatry.


    "It''s unbelievable, how can there be such a perverted guy in the world."


    "In addition to his amazing talent. My idol is very low-key, rarely interviewed by the media, and has never given a speech in a university. This time he came to our school, it should be the first time he accepted an invitation to give a speech, the opportunity is too rare. "


    "Our school is too good. I heard on the Internet that he even refused invitations from Harvard and Oxford." Gao Jianchen said with joy and admiration.


    "Tomorrow, we must go early to occupy a seat, otherwise we may not even be able to get in the door of the auditorium!" Fan Yi reminded calmly.


    "That''s right." Li Wei nodded affirmatively, "Old Chen, I remember you won''t have classes for the next two classes tomorrow, right?"


    "Um."


    "Then why don''t you go get a seat for us earlier? After the event is over, the three of us will invite you to dinner!"


    "It''s okay to take up a place. But you''re going to lend me your Nintendo for a week."


    "Deal!" Li Wei said quickly.


    Scenarios similar to the 308 dormitory were staged throughout the Chinese University of Hong Kong. For those who are familiar with the Internet and finance, Guo Shouyun is the most famous entrepreneurial elite in the new era and the idol of many people. His success is palpable, even something they intend to emulate. Unlike Li Ka-shing and Fok Yingdong, who are too far apart in time, there will be respect, but it is difficult to get a sense of recognition.


    The next day, after two classes, the people in the entire 308 dormitory took advantage of the relatively long recess time to get a seat first. But when they came to the auditorium, they were dumbfounded by the crowd in front of them.


    "I''m darling, it''s only a few hours, how come there are so many people!?" Li Wei exclaimed.


    "This shouldn''t be just our school, there must be news from other schools." Fan Yi frowned.


    "Definitely. Look at the boy with the blue hat in front. He is the forward of the basketball team of the University of Hong Kong. I saw him in the school basketball game last year." Gao Jianchen said.


    "Look, it''s Qiao Yang, the school flower of HKUST!" Chen Guoxian pointed at a tall girl in a pink jacket in surprise.


    Seeing how his eyes were shining, Li Wei couldn''t help shaking his head, "This guy''s eyes can never be separated from women!"


    Fan Yi and Gao Jianchen nodded in agreement.


    "I lived in the same dormitory with you for four years, but all of them were still elm-headed. In this world, only women, and beautiful women, can arouse men''s desire to conquer, and can make men work hard to conquer her."


    Looking at his clenched fist, Fan Yi twitched the corners of his mouth, and he took a step back from the shyness of words, widening the distance from Chen Guoxian. In his opinion, what this bad friend just said was too middle-of-the-road.


    "I''m too lazy to listen to your nonsense. Glasses, Lao Gao, looking at the current situation, we can''t go to the next two classes. Otherwise, we won''t have a seat until noon." Li Wei said.


    The two nodded in agreement. Looking at the crowd at the entrance of the auditorium, there were almost six or seven hundred. But more and more people kept coming in. Moreover, it was not yet ten o''clock in the morning, if it waited until two o''clock in the afternoon, God knows how many people would come.


    "Isn''t there me? Don''t worry, I will definitely take the seats for you." Chen Guoxian said.


    "Forget it. I''m afraid you will use our position to pick up girls!" Gao Jianchen gave him a blank look and said.


    "Old Gao, you are doubting my character!"


    "Since the second year of sophomore year, when you gave Liao Hong and Chen Xiaofang the tickets we bought for the Alan Tam Red Pavilion concert, you have no character in my heart!"


    "I''m also thinking about getting rid of the single for you."


    "Hey, it''s strange to believe you!"


    When they were bickering, Fan Yi looked around and walked to the left.


    "Glasses, where are you going?"


    "It''s too far from the entrance of the auditorium. If we change to a closer position, we might be able to grab a seat when we enter."


    "Yes, wait for me!" Li Wei quickly followed.


    "Hey, wait for us!"


    With the extension of time, more and more people gathered outside the auditorium of the Chinese University of Hong Kong. By noon, the number of people waiting here had far exceeded the maximum capacity of the auditorium.


    Seeing this, not only the excited students were dumbfounded, but the teacher in charge also frowned in hatred.


    "Professor Li, why are there so many people?"


    Looking at the crowd in front of him, Chen Chusheng was shocked.


    It is said that ten thousand people win the wild, and he has seen it. Not to mention the surrounding of the auditorium, the surrounding lawns, corridors, steps, and even the nearby teaching building were filled with crowds.


    Li Haocheng, who was in charge of the venue arrangement, also smiled wryly.


    "That''s it as soon as we finish lunch."


    "Are all the students from our school here?" a teacher asked next to him.


    "No. But at least most of them are here. And there are students from other universities who also came after hearing the news."


    "I really didn''t expect there would be so many people?"


    "Yeah! I''ve been working at Chinese University for almost ten years, and I''ve never seen such a popular speech!"


    Compared to other teachers who are simply curious and amazed. Li Haocheng and Chen Chusheng are mostly worried. After all, the two of them are responsible for this speech, and if something goes wrong, it must be their responsibility.


    "Principal Chen, you see so many people, the auditorium is definitely not enough. Can you communicate with Mr. Guo and change the speech location to the playground?"


    "Can''t you limit the number of people entering the auditorium?"


    "I also want to restrict. But if you see so many people, if most of them can''t get in, they must rebel!" Li Haocheng said with a wry smile.


    Chen Chusheng looked at the crowd of people in front of him and agreed with his judgment. The young man is very angry, and if something happens, he can''t explain it.


    "Okay, I''ll talk to Mr. Guo!"


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    "Rebecca, what do you think I should wear?"


    "Nice suit!"


    "Would it be too serious to wear a suit?"


    "Then wear a shirt!"


    "Are you going to freeze me to death?"


    The corners of Rebecca''s eyes jumped, "Boss, I don''t need to remind you about wearing a thermal underwear inside!"


    "Haha, of course. Just kidding, don''t take it too seriously!"


    Rebecca pouted. As the assistant to this big boss for a long time, she has gradually become accustomed to the occasional nervousness of the other party.


    "Lingling...!"


    Just then, her cell phone rang suddenly.


    "Hello��!"


    After listening for a few seconds, Rebecca held down the receiver and raised her head: "Boss, I just received news from the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Because there are too many students who are going to listen to your speech, far more than the seats in their auditorium. Caps, so they want to move the speeches to the school playground."


    "Playground? Is it so exaggerated?"


    Rebecca shrugged. "At least that''s what the phone said."


    "Okay! I didn''t expect that I was quite popular!" Guo Shouyun said happily.


    "They''re still waiting for your message!"


    Rebecca couldn''t help interrupting.


    "Agreed, I agree! Anyway, the content of the speech remains the same, it''s the same everywhere! ... However, I should wear thicker clothes. It''s too cold in the wind and the sun on the playground!"


    Looking in the mirror for a long time, Guo Shouyun wore a navy blue cashmere jacket with a stand-up collar, a white shirt inside, black pants and brown leather shoes, and went out with Rebecca, Matthew, and Pan Shuzhen, who was in charge of guiding them. Door.


    Hong Kong is not big, and there is no peak traffic in the afternoon, so it took more than half an hour to arrive at the gate of the Chinese University of Hong Kong.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s still early, let''s go to the school reception room first."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, "You are more familiar than us here, and everything is up to you!"


    When their motorcade arrived at the school administration building, there were already many people standing outside to greet them. Obviously, they were waiting here after getting the news in advance.


    Guo Shouyun is not surprised by this way of ritual exchanges. After looking at his clothes, he opened the car door and walked out. After his eyes quickly swept across the crowd in front of him, he stood in the middle with a smile on his face, a vigorous old man with round-frame glasses and a slightly chubby figure took the initiative to stretch out his right hand.


    "Principal Jin, it''s a great honor to meet you!"


    Although this speech was not a serious business merger, Guo Shouyun had a good understanding of the main school leaders of CUHK, school strength, well-known alumni and other materials. That''s enough respect.


    "Mr. Guo is very polite." After a pause, Jin Yaoji looked up and down before sighing, "I have always heard that Mr. Guo was less than 24 years old, and he created tens of billions of dollars in assets from scratch. Really see Only after meeting, did I really understand how young and promising Mr. Guo is!"


    "You flatter me."


    "Not arrogant or impetuous, very good. Come, let me introduce you, this is Professor Qiu Chengtong!"


    Guo Shouyun hurriedly stepped forward and extended his right hand respectfully and proactively, "Professor Qiu, when I was at Stanford, I once took your class. Your achievements in differential geometry, topology and general relativity are world-class. of!"


    Qiu Chengtong, currently the world''s top mathematician, won one of the world''s top differential geometry awards, the Veblen Prize of the American Mathematical Association at the age of 32; at the age of 33, he was awarded the world''s highest honor in mathematics, the Fields Medal. He is the first Chinese winner of the award. Later, he won the MacArthur Award, the Crafford Award, the National Science Award, the Wolf Prize in Mathematics, the Marcel Gross Award, etc., which belong to the real award. world class awards.


    Such top mathematicians have naturally become guests of various national academies and top universities. He is currently the director of the Institute of Mathematics at Chinese University.


    "Guo Shouyun, I remember you. At the time I set up the differential geometry problem in my class, only you and Sheng Yanbin could answer it all. Originally, I was thinking of letting you two take my graduate studies, but I didn''t expect Sheng Yanbin to transfer to finance, and you Start a business directly and become an entrepreneur!" After he finished speaking, he shook his head regretfully. In Qiu Chengtong''s heart, what he most hopes to see is the prosperity of the mathematics world, and Guo Shouyun is one of the seedlings he is most optimistic about.


    "Professor Qiu, there are many people who are smarter than me. The world''s math talents are even more crowded, so you don''t have to feel sorry for me. Besides, I think I''m more suitable to be a businessman than a mathematician!"


    Qiu Chengtong nodded, "It''s really more appropriate to look at your current achievements. ... I hope you can make more contributions to the development and progress of the world economy in the future."


    "You must try your best!"


    This conversation between the teacher and the students has come to an end for now Later, Jin Yaoji introduced other people to Guo Shouyun. In addition to the well-known professors and scholars of CUHK, there are also business elites such as Zheng Haiquan, vice chairman and CEO of Hang Seng Bank, Liu Xiaoying, co-founder of Eagle Fund, Gan Qinglin, vice chairman and general manager of Cheung Kong Industrial, and of course most of them are board members of CUHK. .


    However, what surprised Guo Shouyun the most was that he met the eldest son Li, who had met several times.


    "Brother Guo, we meet again!"


    "It''s really surprising to see Brother Ze Ju here!"


    Li Zeju smiled, "This is Hong Kong, and I am also a ''landlord'' here. It is normal for Brother Guo to see me here. Moreover, I have always wanted to listen to Brother Guo''s high points on the spot, so I specially asked Principal Jin to reserve a place."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I see. But I don''t dare to take it seriously. If I say it too superficially for a while, don''t laugh at me."


    "With Brother Guo''s achievements, no one in the business world has the confidence to make fun of you!"


    "Haha, it doesn''t matter if it''s true or not. It really makes me happy to hear this, thank you!"


    "My words are all sincere, not touted!"


    The relationship between time, after the two briefly exchanged a few words, Jin Yaoji introduced the remaining people to Guo Shouyun. After more than 30 people shook hands one by one, it was almost time for the speech. Soon, the group came to the school playground with a simple exchange.


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 Chapter 381： The future of the Internet

    Chapter 381 The Future of the Internet


    PS: I''m very sorry, I posted two 380 chapters last night. It has now been revised. Friends who subscribed before do not need to subscribe to this chapter.


    Chapter 381 The Future of the Internet


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    "so many people?"


    As soon as he entered the playground, Guo Shouyun was also taken aback by what he saw in front of him. On the huge playground, not only the middle field, but also the surrounding stepped seats, and the middle aisle are full of people sitting or standing. Looking up, the dark clouds seem to be connecting the sky and the earth, which is shocking!


    "I heard that Mr. Guo was going to give a speech at the Chinese University, and everyone wanted to hear it. Therefore, not only our Chinese University, but also many students from other schools, as well as some social related people came." Jin Yaoji explained next to him.


    "I am flattered by such a big battle!"


    "Pick the ones you are good at, don''t put too much pressure on yourself." Qiu Chengtong patted his shoulder and comforted.


    Although Guo Shouyun did not become a mathematician as he expected, but when you are teaching the fate, let the other side also be regarded as half of his disciples. According to the traditional master-disciple relationship of the Chinese people, among all the people present, he is probably the only one who cares about Guo Shouyun the most.


    "Go and sit down with Principal Jin. Although such a scene is unexpected, I think I can control it." Guo Shouyun showed a hint of confidence on his face.


    "That''s good! Come on!"


    After patting him on the shoulder, Qiu Chengtong turned and walked towards the chair closest to the podium, where there are seats reserved for them.


    "come on!"


    After giving a thumbs up to Guo Shouyun, Li Zeju followed the crowd to the chair under the rostrum and sat down.


    After they left, Guo Shouyun walked to the rostrum, took the microphone from Pan Shuzhen, and was about to go up. After thinking about it, he took off his jacket and handed it to Rebecca next to him, then pulled up the white shirt and the thermal underwear inside. Then strode up to the podium.


    "Whoa...!"


    At the same time, tsunami-like applause followed his footsteps in the sky above the playground.


    "Thank you, thank you very much for your enthusiasm. To be honest, I didn''t expect so many people to listen to my speech at first. So, when I first came back, I deliberately wore a few more clothes. Because my assistant Mark The lady reminded me that in a place as big as a playground, in an open air environment, wearing thicker clothes can at least not be cold when not many people come to listen to my speech, but just embarrassing. I think it makes sense, so I wear it specially A padded cashmere jacket."


    "However, when I saw you, I felt like I could throw it away. Your enthusiasm made my adrenaline rush and excite the nerve endings while driving out the cold. So, I took off my coat. , become what you look like when you enter the workplace."


    "A suit and tie, a white shirt, and a standard white-collar dress. More than 80% or even 90% of the people present will wear this suit to enter the workplace in the next two or three years. But when you choose the future, I combine my own experience and thinking, Tell you something about the future that I think will help you and give you the success you desire!"


    "First of all, anyone who knows me knows that I started my business through the Internet. The company I founded is called LinkedIn, and on December 11, 1999, I was in my Stanford University dorm room, designing with my best friend. I have created a professional social networking site called ''Excellence'', which translates to ''Excellence'' in Chinese."


    "In the beginning, the website structure and design of Joyo.com was very simple. With the increase of users, the system frequently crashed. Therefore, in the first few months of starting the business, what impressed me most was writing code overnight and optimizing our website. System. Although this kind of life is very hard, we are full of hope. After all, Nasdaq Internet stocks were hot at that time, and it was easy to find VCs after a certain foundation.��


    "It''s a pity that God seemed to be playing a joke on us. When we prepared everything and started to seek venture capital, the Nasdaq collapsed! Countless Internet startups go bankrupt every day in Silicon Valley, small workshops like ours, On average, hundreds of thousands of homes are dying every week. In this situation, many people around me persuaded me to give up. They told me that the Internet was dead and that it could not have a future.��


    "But I''m a stubborn person, and I think things rarely change. And, unlike them, I think the future of the Internet is very bright. The Nasdaq crisis wasn''t a crisis, it was an opportunity that God gave me. Therefore, in order to make Joyo.com survive, I worked three jobs outside the school every day, in addition to taking classes, and all the money I earned was invested in the operation of the website.��


    "But this money is simply a drop in the bucket for the ever-increasing Joyo Network. In order to change this situation, I took out a mortgage on the farm left by my adoptive father, and then, with the idea of ??giving it a try, sent some of the novels I wrote before to the publishing house. In short , I basically tried any way that I could legally make money."


    "Fortunately, I met a guy named Christopher Ritter, who was the manager of Harry Potter author Rowling, so I wrote Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them with Harry Potter. I am very interested in novels similar to Potter''s style. I have published several novels such as "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Fifty Shades of Grey" together."


    "Fortunately, people like my novels very much, which has brought me great rewards. Of course, it has also brought continuous capital support for the website renamed ''LinkedIn''. Therefore, there are people who like to write, and there are Friends who have accumulated manuscripts must boldly publish or publish, maybe there will be unexpected harvests waiting for you. This can change the trajectory of your life.��


    "Let''s get down to business. The benefits of being a writer in the United States, especially a popular writer, are very considerable. Therefore, in order to get more money, I invested in the Internet. At that time, apart from work, I was writing behind closed doors, and social networking was basically zero. !"


    "After paying no matter the cost, it brings huge rewards. More than 70% of the money I made from writing was invested in the Internet. For example: the world''s largest search engine Google, the largest streaming media company Netflix, the largest B2C e-commerce Amazon, third-party payment platform PayPal, etc. Today, more than 30% of Internet companies in Silicon Valley have investment from me or Phoenix Capital.��


    "During the Nasdaq crisis and the Internet industry was in turmoil, I was crazy about investing in this industry, and naturally I became an alternative in the eyes of the media. Until now, I clearly remember that the "San Francisco Chronicle" once wrote ''Bruce'' on the front page. Guo, the biggest fool in Silicon Valley''!"


    "I think their evaluation is quite right. I am really crazy and stupid about the Internet industry, and I have never been shaken by rumors from the outside world. More than three years of facts have proved that I, the fool, made the most correct choice. .Now, our LinkedIn website, from the original professional social networking, has become a comprehensive website full of more than a dozen services such as news, job hunting, social networking, learning, etc., with 103 million registered people worldwide, and the annual revenue in 2002 was 7.58 It was valued at $4 billion by McKinsey, Bain and others.��


    "Google Inc., generated $1.384 billion in total revenue in 2002, with over 13 billion monthly hits. Valuation over $5.5 billion."


    "Amazon, in 2002, created a revenue of 6.378 billion US dollars, registered members exceeded 178 million. The stock price exceeded 12 billion US dollars."


    "Netflix, in 2002, created a total revenue of 2.12 billion US dollars, the registered members exceeded 80 million, and the stock price exceeded 4.5 billion US dollars!"


    "There are many similar examples, so I won''t list them one by one." After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled, "I heard a lot of exclamations from my classmates just now. Actually, what I want to tell you is that this score is in my hands. It''s just normal behavior in my heart, and it''s far from what I really expect from Google, Netflix, and Amazon."


    "Of course, when it comes to this, many people must be thinking ''you are pretending to be X''. In fact, I really am not, because I have a very clear strategic understanding of the future of the Internet. For example, now, you, and even many experts believe that The Internet, in my mind, is nothing but the era of Internet 1.0.��


    "In the era of Internet 1.0, UU Kanshu is the era of computers, and it is also the era of recklessness. It is an era of popularizing basic Internet applications for the public. In this era, there are roughly three types of Internet companies: search, e-commerce and Community. Of course, there are some applications that are the intersection of these three formats, such as portals, which are the intersection of search and community.��


    "However, even in the wild age of the Internet, it can bring profound social changes to the world. First of all, search can break the blockade of information and discourse power at the top. Now, and for a long time in the past, the power of public opinion is in the hands of In the hands of the state and the media giants, we can only know what they want the general public to know. But with the advent of search engines, we can easily find the information we want to know from the website. Even the most Ordinary people can also use the timeliness of the Internet, so that some issues that would have been covered up or concealed before quickly become social hotspots and cause heated discussions among the public. The advantage of this is that the supervision of public opinion can bring us more fair."


    "E-commerce, in my opinion, the e-commerce market in the world is still very small. People know more about it as a ''site where you can buy cheap goods from the Internet''. But what I want to tell you is that with the The development of logistics and the improvement of services. E-commerce will no longer be a supplement to the current retail industry, but will become a retail giant that can keep pace with or even surpass retail giants such as Wal-Mart and Carrefour.�� Now Amazon��s annual turnover is $6.378 billion, but ten years from now, she''s generating similar or more revenue in a week."

 Chapter 382： The concept of Internet +

    ps: Because yesterday, I posted two 380 chapters. Now one of them has been changed to chapter 381, but in order to avoid the loss of subscriptions, the editor has blocked a chapter in the background, so that the content of chapter 381 cannot be seen temporarily, please forgive me!


    Chapter 382 The concept of Internet +


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    "Under the impact of e-commerce, all retail-related industries will be affected. Manufacturers'' online channels will become the focus of their business development, 95% of middlemen will disappear, and 50% of retailers will die. Hao Under the great momentum, those who go with it will prosper, and those who go against it will perish. If anyone here is planning to enter the retail industry, please remember my words, and you will be grateful for your choice in ten years.��


    "Communities, there are many types of communities, such as forums, portals, film and television communities, etc. In the future, with the deepening of people''s understanding of the Internet, the community will become a place for content production and communication. At that time, what information people want to know, the first The response is not newspapers, but portals and news sites, or question-and-answer sites."


    "So, we will see an obvious result. 90% of newspapers and periodicals will die. Because they lack readers, they will lose the favor of advertisers. Without advertising revenue, newspapers and periodicals will fall into losses. , and this loss is irreversible.��


    "In addition, the TV industry will also be affected. Under the impact of streaming media, there will be fewer and fewer people watching TV. Especially teenagers, who use the Internet for a long time, the first reaction to any pursuit of information and programs will be The Internet, not TV. But compared to print, the life cycle of the TV industry will be longer. But decline is inevitable.��


    After a pause, "What I have said above is what I think is the general situation of Internet 1.0 and the impact of the Internet on society and industry. But technology does not stagnate, but continues to develop. Therefore, with technology Progress, the completeness and evolution of communication infrastructure, and the continuous integration of the Internet and industry will give birth to what I think is the ''Internet 2.0 era'', which we can call ''Internet +''!"


    "Why is it called Internet +? We can look at it this way. In the Internet + service industry, there will be a business form ''o2o'', that is, the combination of online and offline. We can imagine that you only need to look at the restaurant on weekends. Order a meal from the online menu, and the takeaway brother will automatically deliver the prepared dishes to you. The same service, we can extend to massage, haircut, makeup, etc. This combination will completely change our way of life , and spawned a slew of start-ups and new giants. This is an opportunity for all of you here today. I hope you will seize it in the future.��


    "Okay, let''s continue. Combining the Internet with industry, the ''Internet of Things'' was born! I believe many people are familiar with the Internet of Things, but it is a relatively broad concept. We can give a few simple Use examples to deepen understanding, such as smart home, with the development of technology and the advancement of hardware devices, all electronic devices in the home can be connected to one terminal in the future, and all home appliances can be controlled remotely through this terminal. In 2018, you may never hear words like ''your mother asked you to go home to collect clothes'', because we can control the smart robot at home through the terminal to realize simple housework such as collecting clothes, mopping the floor, and cleaning."


    "Smart home is just a small branch of IoT applications. If it expands to a city, then we can realize the concept of ''smart city'' through the connection of devices. For example: through the central computer and information system, with traffic lights and cameras Connection, real-time monitoring and dredging of traffic, the existing travel efficiency will be increased by more than ten times, and the situation of traffic jams and traffic jams will be greatly reduced or even disappear. The same reason can also be used in energy, electricity, medical care, etc. aspect."


    "If you combine the Internet with finance, Internet finance will be born. At that time, all financial institutions will find that their funds, stocks, futures, bonds and insurance will be sold more smoothly online than offline. At that time, The bottom-level practitioners in the financial industry will be drastically cut, and traditional financial institutions will be challenged unprecedentedly. In the process of their confrontation and integration with third-party payment platforms, there will be a violent chemical reaction, which will have an impact on social distance. The end result of this impact will be five words - a cashless society."


    "As the name suggests, Internet finance will gradually phase out paper money. From now on, we don''t need wallets, most thieves will lose their jobs, and counterfeit money may disappear from now on. As long as a smart terminal is big enough to buy a car and buy a house, or small to a roadside stall, there is no You need cash. Even if you are a beggar, you must have a smart terminal and use third-party payment software, otherwise you will also lose your job.��


    "Combining what I have said above, after the service industry, industry, energy, education, etc. are all connected to the Internet, our entire society will be connected to the Internet. The Internet will be as connected to our lives as electricity, water and food. Divide. No one person, business, government will be an exception, otherwise it will be eliminated.��


    "Internet 3.0 will go further. Its typical features are artificial intelligence, virtual reality, holographic technology and infinite interconnection. The most basic applications of artificial intelligence are unmanned cars, unmanned supermarkets, etc., when the pure manual workers will be Obsolete. Virtual reality technology makes schools and offices more liberal. All kinds of things that can only be seen in movies now will become reality.��


    "Of course, to achieve these, many conditions are needed. For example: hardware advancement: better chips, better memory, higher-definition cameras, etc. Software advancement: more efficient operating systems, better Database software, etc. And 3g, 4g, 5g, and even higher communication equipment and technologies. Big data, cloud computing support. In terms of time, we may need ten or twenty years, or even longer. But no matter what No matter how difficult it is, no matter how long it takes, for enterprises, the most important thing is to have a clear direction and strategic planning, as long as there is a goal, then as long as you consistently work hard, there will always be a day when you will achieve it!��


    "After hearing me say so much, some people may think I''m lying and bragging. How can something in a movie become reality in a decade or two? But what I want to tell you is that reality is often more than you think. Fast. For example, now, Amazon has been developing in cloud computing for two years, we already have a mature cloud computing architecture, operating system, computing and security systems, there are 3,000 enterprise users and 220,000 individual users, choose to use them data on our cloud.��


    "At Google, this year we will set up a Google Research Institute in Silicon Valley, officially making artificial intelligence and virtual reality technology the focus of the company''s next development. At Ruby, big data technology will be the development focus of the Ruby Research Institute. At Apple, we We will develop better mobile chips and better smart terminals. Our goal is to bring the Internet into the 2.0 era within five to ten years, making our lives more convenient, our society fairer, and our future better. bright."


    "Today, I would also like to take this opportunity to remind any ambitious and courageous individual and enterprise that the combination of the Internet, smart terminals, and industries will bring about the third technological revolution. There are infinite possibilities here, don''t miss it. Take this chance to change your destiny!"


    "Okay, that''s it for my speech, thank you!"


    "Mr. Guo, please stay." Pan Shuzhen, who was on the stage quickly stopped him, "Your speech just now was very exciting, but it involved many new concepts that we have never heard of, so many people hope to have someone who can ask you questions. Opportunity, to answer the doubts in my heart, I don''t know if I can?"


    "Of course! I know everything I can say today!"


    "Thank you for your generosity!" After a pause, Pan Shuzhen turned to the crowd of students, holding a microphone and said loudly, "Who wants to ask Mr. Guo a question?"


    "Wow...!"


    Countless people raised their arms and shouted so much that they couldn''t even hear it.


    There is no way to do this. We can only see who is favored by the staff holding the microphone at the scene, or who is more active.


    Guo Shouyun saw from a distance that when the employee with the microphone walked over, the microphone had not been handed out, and countless arms stretched out. Before he could regain his senses, his hands were empty.


    The boy who won in the end looked excited, and at the same time clenched the microphone in his hands and said loudly: "Hello, Mr. Guo, I am Yan Wei, a third-year student of the Department of Computer Science at the University of Hong Kong. Your speech just now was really deafening and wonderful. The two concepts you mentioned are still vague, so I hope you can explain a little bit more, what is cloud computing? What is big data? And what is the role of each of them in business!"


    "Thank you Please take a seat! ... I think many people present have the same doubts as classmate Yan. Then I will explain cloud computing and big data in detail! First of all, cloud computing. It is based on the Internet. Models of growth, use, and delivery of related services, usually involving the provision of dynamically scalable and often virtualized resources over the Internet. It is the product of the fusion and development of traditional computer and network technologies such as redundancy.��


    "Of course, due to the limitations of communication equipment hardware and the lack of intelligent equipment. At present, technologies such as virtualization, load balancing and hot backup redundancy are still in the exploratory stage. However, the current cloud computing can already provide large enterprises and research institutions. Relatively cheap computing resources and storage resources. This is the commercial value of cloud computing. If everyone thinks it is still a bit abstract, then we will explain it in the smallest unit, such as an individual.��


    "We ordinary people use computers and have storage and computing needs. However, the hard disk space of existing computers is limited, but the data we store is unlimited. At this time, in order to accommodate our data, we can only replace a larger one. A hard drive, or replace a computer with more storage space. Let��s say it costs us 3,000 to 5,000 Hong Kong dollars to do so.��


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 Chapter 383： Big Data and Cloud Computing

    Chapter 383 Big Data and Cloud Computing


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    "Before there was no cloud computing, or cloud storage, we could only spend $000 or $5,000 to meet the requirements. () (w?) Now that we have cloud storage, let''s say we spend 100 Hong Kong dollars to buy 100g of cloud storage space, 500g storage space is 200 or 00 Hong Kong dollars, then we will save 9/10 or even more money. When we need larger computing resources, the same is true. From people to enterprises, from The reason for the company to go to the country is also figured out.��


    "The above I briefly talked about the concept and application of cloud computing, and then we will talk about its composition. Cloud computing, cloud storage, cloud interconnection, all three words have ''cloud'', so cloud is the core, the latter two A word is a specific application. So what is a cloud? What does a cloud consist of?"


    "After our research, the cloud consists of five parts: network, server, storage, application software and services. These five parts constitute a cloud, one, two, and more clouds, which are connected to each other through the network to form a larger cloud. Cloud. All operations and information are processed, exchanged and stored in this cloud. This huge cloud can provide you with billions of computing resources per second. The cloud with such powerful computing power can simulate nuclear explosions, pre-climate Changes and market development trends. Users access the data center through computers, notebooks, mobile phones, etc., and perform calculations according to their own needs. �� This is cloud computing.��


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief, "Let''s talk about big data. What is big data? We see the big from the small. In fact, we live in a world of data. Why do you say that? Because each of us every day Countless data will be generated. It was only limited to technology before, and these data were rarely discovered and applied, and produced commercial value. But with the advancement of the Internet, cloud computing, artificial intelligence and hardware technology, this situation will be completely changed. "


    "I said just now that each of us generates countless data every day, so there are more than 6 billion people in the world. The data generated by these more than 6 billion people can be called ''big data''. Therefore, from this we A concept can be drawn: big data is a collection of huge amounts of data.��


    "So how does big data generate business value? To give a very simple example: we know that everyone''s preferences and behavioral habits are different. When you shop or search online, these differences will be reflected in data one by one, After the company obtains this data, it will analyze and manage it, and then make personalized recommendations based on your preferences and behavior habits. For example, if you like history books, when you enter the book purchase page, the recommendation list will be displayed on the previous page. There are more history books for you to choose from. This greatly saves your time in searching for books and improves efficiency. Of course, this involves user privacy, so we will ask users for this type of service before proceeding. agree."


    "Personalized recommendation is only one of the commercial applications of big data. Others include segmentation of customer groups, simulated environment, data search, and many other application methods. In addition, big data is a collection of huge amounts of data, so if you want accurate To analyze this data, it is necessary to have cloud computing that can calculate excess data. Therefore, cloud computing and big data are like two sides of the same coin.


    "The above is my simple explanation of big data and cloud computing. I hope it can help you deepen your understanding."


    Soon, the second questioner stood up. Judging from his position, he was obviously not an ordinary student.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. I''m Yang Yuzhen, general manager of the public affairs department of HK Electric Group."


    "Hello!"


    "Your speech and commentary just now were very exciting. I would like to ask you, you are not afraid to speak frankly about your experience and analysis of the future, so that more consortia will join in the big deal with Apple, Ruby, Google and Amazon. Competition in data and cloud computing?"


    "To be honest, I was really scared when I was poor and white. But now I''m happy to see this kind of competition appear. Because we all know that it''s impossible to create a great company in a closed environment. Competition is what makes a company progress. The motivation. Also, even if Ruby, Google and the others lost in this competition, although I would feel regretful, I don��t think it was a mistake. Because, rather than winning or losing a company, I care more about society as a whole progress. If more competition can make big data and cloud computing come early and mature, then I would love to hear it!��


    The third questioner was again a student.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo, I''m Fan Yi, a fourth-year student majoring in financial engineering at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. I would like to ask, what is the more detailed causal relationship between Internet finance and a cashless society? Also, you just said that Internet finance is forcing bank reforms However, as the foundation of a country, the financial industry has countless interest groups. How can Internet finance change the other party��s interests instead of being stifled?��


    After listening to Guo Shouyun deliberately glanced at the other party, but because of the distance, he couldn''t see the other party''s appearance clearly. But he remembered the name Fan Yi. Because, with such a detailed consideration, not many people dare to speak out in public.


    "I have just said the causal relationship between Internet finance and a cashless society. Of course, I didn''t go into too much detail because of the time relationship, and this is where everyone is confused. In fact, there are two differences between Internet finance and an infinite new society. Basic conditions: first, wearable devices. Second, faster 4g network.��


    "Wearable devices, or mobile devices, we can understand the miniaturization of computers, so small that their functions remain unchanged, but when the body is similar to a mobile phone or a watch, we can easily carry them around and scan codes on the street. Payment. When this payment method becomes common and widespread, the cashless society will come. As for the 4g network, it is actually very simple. Payment has high requirements for speed. After all, if you buy something with a mobile phone, If the account is not paid within a minute, the boss may be in a hurry."


    "Regarding the resistance of interest groups, I would like to say that when social change comes, it is impossible for anyone to change this historical trend. Resistance will only delay its arrival, but will never prevent its arrival. Moreover, negotiation is a A good way to resolve disputes. I believe, we will have many ways to deal with it.��

 Chapter 384： Lis house

    Chapter 384 is a guest at the Li family


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    "Mr. Guo, after listening to your speech, I am personally inspired. At the same time, I also agree with your judgment on the future of the Internet. What I want to ask is, if you want to start a business in the Internet field, which field should you choose? Or Say, search, e-commerce, and community, which one is more likely to be successful?"


    The question was about a young man in a suit and leather shoes, about 27 or 8 years old. It can be seen that he should be the kind of person who has accumulated a certain amount of social experience and contacts. people.


    "It is difficult for me to give you an accurate answer to this question, because what I think is not necessarily suitable for you. After all, everyone has different experiences and abilities. But since you asked, I will give you my answer. But I I hope you just use it as a reference and don''t make blind choices."


    ����search, e-commerce and community. My advice is, don��t touch search, because there is no opportunity. E-commerce and community have the greatest opportunity, but there are differences. E-commerce requires more capital, community Relatively speaking, it is easier to get started. And there are many types of communities, such as life, music, film and television, Q&A, etc. There are more choices and more opportunities. If you lack capital and connections, then the community is the most suitable for ordinary entrepreneurs. "


    "Thank you. What do you think is most important to an Internet company?"


    "I won''t talk about the specific administrative management, because everyone understands the truth, it''s just a matter of implementation. I''ll talk about technical issues. For a website, it''s not that you have more functions and a beautiful layout, that''s good. Simple is better. Simple enough that a person who has never been online can know how to operate at a glance, and your website design is successful. As I often emphasize to Ruby and Google product managers: Don''t Make me think."


    Because there were too many people and more people were curious to ask questions, the speech that was originally planned to end in an hour and a half ended up being nearly 3 hours. If it weren''t for the fact that the sun was setting, the sky had already become dim, I''m afraid it would still continue.


    Standing and talking for three hours, I had to use my brain in the middle. By the end, Guo Shouyun''s physical strength was basically exhausted. Therefore, after a brief exchange with Jin McGee and others, he declined the evening banquet. Everyone understood his hard work, so they didn''t force it any more.


    There is no doubt that his speech at the Chinese University of Hong Kong was extremely successful. Although limited by the dreadful Internet speed and lack of communication channels in this era, it is difficult to let the three-hour, nearly 3G video spread widely, but the clips of the video are still spread quickly.


    When LinkedIn Classroom put the three-hour video on the front page with the title ''Internet and the Future'', its impact really spread.


    "Internet 1.0, 2.0 and 3.0, his vision penetrated the next thirty years!"


    "Godfather of the Internet, the future is in his mind!"


    "Big data, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, holographic technology, Bruce Guo''s Internet landscape has surpassed this era!"


    "America''s Greatest Genius of the 21st Century!"


    "Fantasy or fantasy, let''s wait and see!"


    With the dissemination of speech videos and the headlines of major media, Guo Shouyun''s popularity has risen to a new level again. Moreover, more and more people began to call him the "Godfather of the Internet".


    "Boss, countless companies are calling us now, wanting to examine our big data technology. But we don''t have any research in this area at all. You really made us miserable!"


    On the phone, Ruby CEO Tim George complained with a smile.


    "Actually, the R&D and investment in big data is a strategic plan I plan to implement for the company after 2005. It''s just that when I spoke last time, I had to mention the Internet. However, since the words have been said, you The Ruby Research Institute was officially established under the Ruby Company, which is dedicated to the research and development of big data and cloud computing technologies. However, now the hardware and software technologies are not up to the requirements, so the initial investment does not have to be too high.��


    "Understood! Except for you, I am afraid that few people have a clear understanding of big data and cloud computing technology, so how do we start?"


    "You set up the department first, and then I''ll tell you how to do it!" Guo Shouyun said after pondering for a while.


    "clear!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. In fact, Tim was not the first person to call. Before him, many friends including Larry Page, Sergey Brin, Bezos, and Jobs called him to ask him about his speech. Those mentioned are very advanced concepts now. These people are all elites, and the depth and breadth of their questions exceeds that of ordinary people, so Guo Shouyun almost drained his previous life''s inventory to meet their needs.


    But this also brought a benefit, allowing him to have a deeper understanding of the Internet, big data, cloud computing and artificial intelligence.


    "People leave their names when they die, and geese leave their voices. Maybe I should sort out this knowledge and publish it in a book!"


    Guo Shouyun, who had deeply experienced the benefits of writing, suddenly had this idea in his mind.


    After thinking about it for a while, he felt that this was indeed a good idea. Moreover, writing a book means consulting ten times as many materials as a book, which is also a learning process. It can help Guo Shouyun to deepen his understanding of the Internet, big data, cloud computing, etc. If he encounters an elite person asking this question again, he will not have nothing to say.


    "A secretary who has something to do, and a secretary who has nothing to do is just the imagination of the bored. When you get to this position, you know how difficult it is to keep this position! My current situation really corresponds to the saying, ''It''s easy to fight the country, and it''s easy to keep it. It''s difficult." Guo Shouyun shook his head, took out a stack of manuscript papers from the drawer, and prepared to conceive.


    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a sudden knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    "Boss, it''s time!" Rebecca pushed the door in and said.


    "Almost forgot." Guo Shouyun patted his forehead. He had agreed to Li Zeju''s invitation and was going to visit Li''s house today.


    "what time is it?"


    "Eight thirty in the morning!"


    "It''s still too late. I''ll change my clothes first!"


    Guo Shouyun simply changed his suit, and after looking in the mirror there was no problem, he took Rebecca and Matthew out the door.


    In his last life, the three words Li Ka-shing heard a cocoon in his ears, so Guo Shouyun still looked forward to visiting this senior in the business world this time.


    79 Deep Water Bay Road, Hong Kong.


    After a long distance, Guo Shouyun saw the white building with a European castle style. Although among the mansions that Guo Shouyun has seen, it is not too outstanding. But in a place like Hong Kong, where there are many people and a small area, it is already top-notch to own a private house of this scale.


    The security check at the door is the highest Guo Shouyun has ever seen, but this is understandable. After all, with the incident of Li Zeju being tied up, everyone will be concerned about the safety of themselves and their families. Just like him, after going through the Molly Bevan incident, he never went out with no less than six bodyguards by his side. The terrorist attack at the Taj Mahal Hotel in Mumbai doubled that number. Although this may seem exaggerated to outsiders, no matter how much other people gossip, it is not as important as one''s own life. Life is dead, everything is false.


    Seeing the father and son of the Li family who were standing under the doorstep welcoming him, Guo Shouyun quickly opened the door and walked over.


    "I''m really ashamed to ask Mr. Li to greet him in person!"


    "Mr. Guo is very polite. Your honored guest is coming, how could my master not welcome him in person. ... By the way, you know Zeju, this is my youngest son Li Zekai."


    Looking at the man with eyes, short hair, and a smile on his face, Guo Shouyun stretched out his right hand towards him. He has been known for a long time for this well-known romantic species in Hong Kong. The speed at which the other party changed girlfriends was only comparable to the later Sicong. Therefore, many jokes in later generations are: Nan Zekai, Bei Sicong, girlfriends are never winter.


    "Brother Zekai, I am also well-known for a long time, especially the business tactics of the acquisition of Hong Kong Telecom are even more impressive. UUkanshu "


    "Mr. Guo is too famous. Compared with your layout in the Internet industry, and your management of Enron Pacific and Matrix Group, I am still far behind."


    Li Zekai in 1966 is one and a half years older than Guo Shouyun in 1980, but here, the two sides are barely a generation.


    After simply taking care of him, Guo Shouyun presented a bottle of 90-year-old Roman��e-Conti red wine as a gift. Then the group walked into the living room of the villa.


    "I heard that Mr. Guo likes to drink black tea. So, I specially prepared Dahongpao from Wuyi Mountain, please taste it."


    "Really? Then I''ll have a good taste!"


    The foreplay of tea knowledge communication, after everyone chatted for a while, they each asked about their own concerns.


    "How long is Mr. Guo going to stay in Hong Kong this time?" Li Ka-shing said.


    "This time I came mainly to participate in the year-end summary meeting of Hanhua Group. Now it''s over. I''m going to Pengcheng in a few days!"


    "Pengcheng, Tencent?" Li Zekai interjected.


    "That''s right!"


    "To be honest, after listening to Mr. Guo''s speech at the Chinese University, I now regret selling Tencent''s shares to you!"


    "The world is like a new chess game. Who can be 100% sure about foreigners? What I said in the speech before may not be able to be realized as I said. Moreover, I also have great uncertainty in my heart for the future. "


    "Although I say so. But if I want to buy the shares of Tencent held by Mr. Guo, you must not be willing?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and took a sip from the teacup. The silent refusal has clearly demonstrated his attitude.


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 Chapter 385： respected to

    Chapter three hundred and eighty fifth respected


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    "Bruce, apart from the Internet, what are you most interested in about the Chinese market?" Li Zeju changed the subject.


    "real estate!"


    Guo Shouyun said without hesitation.


    "Real estate? I thought you would say energy or entertainment media. There is not a real estate company among your many companies!"


    "The United States is different from China. The urbanization of the United States has already ended. The profits of the real estate industry are clearly divided, and I am not interested in going in and competing with a bunch of giants. Moreover, compared with real estate, many industries have better prospects. But China is different. With the rapid development of the economy, the urbanization movement is in full swing. In this case, except for the emerging Internet industry, there is almost nothing to compare it with. �� By the way, the Changshi Group is Hong Kong''s established real estate companies are excellent in management, infrastructure, sales, etc., do you want to work together?"


    "Cooperation?" Li Zeju said with interest, "How to cooperate? Joint venture? Or project cooperation?"


    "Project cooperation. Guo''s Investment Fund is willing to cooperate with Changshi to invest in land plots in the four major first-tier cities of Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen. The infrastructure construction is handed over to Changshi, and we are only responsible for the investment. In the end, the two parties will split the account according to their respective investment."


    "That''s no problem. However, since you are interested in Huaxia''s real estate market, why don''t you just set up your own real estate company?" Li Zeju asked curiously.


    "People''s energy is limited, and there are enough companies under my company. In addition, I also know a little about China''s political and business relations. If someone like me has no foundation, if they rush into it, the biggest possibility is that the benefits will not be obtained. It also caused a lot of trouble. Therefore, cooperation is the best choice. Especially a group like Changshi, which has deep connections in the mainland, is a high-quality partner. Of course, the character of Mr. Li and the two brothers Li It is also the main reason why I am willing to cooperate with you.��


    In his last life, he was from China. Although Guo Shouyun did not achieve much success in his career in the end. However, with the help of Da''s Internet, I have seen a lot of shady stories in the real estate industry. If you don''t have contacts, you won''t be able to drill camps, you don''t want to get a good plot to open. Of course, you can also simply throw money and get the auctioned land at a price that is double the market price or even higher, but this operation is equivalent to breaking the rules and offending all local real estate developers. People crowd out.


    In the past three years, Hanhua Capital''s "Spring Equinox Fund" has suffered a lot in this regard. It is precisely because of this series of lessons that Han Hua Capital and Guo Shouyun have become more cautious in investing in Hua Xia real estate. The strategy of fighting alone has been cancelled, and cooperation with powerful real estate companies has become the mainstream.


    Changshi was the first real estate company Guo Shouyun contacted himself. As for Hanhua''s Equinox Fund, Zhang Lei has his own partner, and Guo Shouyun does not intend to interfere.


    As for Guo''s Investment Fund, strictly speaking, this is a nominal company. There is no staff under it, but it holds the equity of Great China Capital and a large number of companies under Great China Trust. Now, Guo Shouyun intends to activate this company and use it as the main body of his investment in Huaxia Real Estate.


    "It''s a pleasure to get your affirmation. There is no problem with cooperation." Li Zeju said.


    "Don''t think about it any more?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "No need! For a partner with strong capital like you, Brother Guo, you don''t need to think too much!"


    "Thank you so much!"


    "It''s a matter of mutual benefit, thank you and see it!"


    "Brother Guo, I heard that Enron Pacific has been seeking opportunities to develop the power market in the mainland?" Li Zekai asked suddenly.


    "Yes, we are very optimistic about Huaxia''s future energy market and are ready to make key investments here!"


    Enron Pacific''s actions in Huaxia are very big, and these are not secrets at all for those who are interested, so Guo Shouyun did not hide anything.


    "Brother Zekai is also interested in our Anping project?"


    "Our Li family also has companies like Power Industry in the energy field, so they will naturally be interested in the energy market." Li Zekai said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly, "I am very willing to deepen the cooperation with the Li family, so if Power Industry wants to join in, I am very welcome!"


    Now he does not refuse to cooperate unless it is a project that he values ??very much, such as Google, Ruby, Apple, etc. Because the higher the station, the richer the experience, the more understand that it will never be difficult to make the enterprise bigger. Moreover, even if it is Google, Ruby and Apple, at a certain stage, he will reduce his equity in them to win more allies.


    Moreover, such a wealthy family as the Li family has deep connections and backgrounds in China and the entire East and Southeast Asia regions, which is the focus of his wooing.


    Li Ka-shing sat silently on the side, watching his two sons chat with Guo Shouyun. Apart from observing, he rarely spoke. It wasn''t until lunch that we talked about things outside of work.


    "I heard that you were lost in Hong Kong, Shouyun?"


    "Yes, Uncle Li!"


    In the case that both parties intend to deepen their relationship with each other, it is natural to go further in the name.


    "��According to my adoptive father, he picked me up at the Hong Kong pier."


    "Have you thought about finding your own family? We can help!"


    After Guo Shouyun thought about it, he slowly shook his head.


    "It''s been so many years, I don''t want to trouble myself anymore. Besides, I was adopted almost right after birth, and I have no impression of my biological parents at all. I also don''t want to climb up with someone who has no feelings for a pure blood relationship. family."


    "If you change your mind in the future, remember to ask me for help." Li Ka-shing nodded and said.


    "OK!"


    Does Guo Shouyun long for fatherly and motherly love? Of course, this is beyond doubt. In the past and present, he has never had complete family affection. Therefore, he has been hesitant to find his own parents in this life. But this idea faded away after having my own family and children. He is no longer a loner in this world, and he doesn''t want to trouble himself anymore.


    It doesn''t matter whether the parents in this life abandoned me at the beginning, whether it was helpless or intentional. After all, his orphan status cannot be changed. He doesn''t want to change anymore.


    After lunch, at the Li family''s golf course, after a round of golf, at 3:30 in the afternoon, he bid his farewell.


    Li''s father and son personally sent him out of the house. Looking at the passing team, Li Zeju asked, "Dad, what do you think?"


    "Very outstanding young man, you and Zekai will get along with each other more in the future."


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, did you make an appointment to go to the Sha Tin Racecourse tomorrow together?"


    Li Zeju nodded, "Bruce likes to ride horses, I''ll take him to play tomorrow."


    "Take the "Ladies Picture" by Tang Bohu in the library, and give it to him when you go tomorrow." Li Ka-shing nodded and said.


    "Dad, that painting is worth 1.5 million Hong Kong dollars, is it worth it?" Li Zekai said quickly.


    "The hedge fund ''Mang Seed'' under Hanhua Holdings has just made a big profit of 900 million US dollars from the international gold market. Do you think it is worth it?"


    "$900 million? How is that possible?!" Li Zekai was shocked.


    "Dad, 900 million US dollars is too exaggerated, can I make a mistake?" Li Zeju also hurriedly asked.


    "I hope I''m mistaken. But I just got an email from the Mango Seed Fund today, and they reminded me that I invested $300 million in it, an increase of $234 million, which is exactly 60% of the principal! Also, As far as I know, the fund size of the Mang Seed Fund exceeds 700 million US dollars. According to my income, it is easy to calculate that their income in the gold market is 100 million US dollars, which represents 900 million US dollars of income. "


    Hearing this, the two stopped talking. They are all smart people, and it''s easy to get results from such a simple calculation problem.


    "Ze Ju, I have seen the video of the speech you gave me. I don''t care whether the other party''s imagination on the Internet can be realized or not. But in financial investment, I have lived for more than 80 years, and I have never seen anyone who can surpass this aspect. That young man." Li Ka-shing sighed.


    "I heard that he has a bigger hedge fund in the United States called Thunder!" Li Zekai suddenly said.


    "Dad, are you investing in Thunder too?" Li Zeju asked quickly.


    Glancing at his two sons, Li Ka-shing smiled slightly.


    "Since I learned about the existence of the other party and some of his achievements from you last year, I have been paying attention to Guo Shouyun''s every move. Therefore, when the other party began to secretly deploy oil, I invested 500 million US dollars. It''s just that there is no news yet But looking at the current oil prices in the world, the Thunder Fund will definitely make a lot of money this time. ... Guo Shouyun, his financial insight is really amazing!" Li Ka-shing exclaimed again.


    "No wonder you accompany you all the way today, and you even brought out your favorite Wuyi Mountain Dahongpao to entertain guests." Li Zekai said suddenly.


    As his father''s status, even if he is a senior politician in a country, it is difficult for him to take four or five hours to accompany him all the way. Not to mention the tea leaves on the three Dahongpao mother trees in Wuyi Mountain, which are the same as the lifeblood. It was their son, and it was rare to drink it once.


    "Dad, haven''t you been teaching us all the time. Isn''t it a good thing for a teenager to be too successful? But I think you treat Bruce differently?" Li Zekai said.


    "Indeed! Young people lack experience, are impulsive, and are easily impetuous. It is difficult to control their desires in the face of this colorful world. Therefore, there are many temporary successes, but there are few permanent successes. But there are always some in this world. It is impossible to speculate with common sense. The far ones are Gan Luo and Huo Qubing, and the near ones are the Prime Minister and Marshal Lin.��


    "I didn''t expect you to be able to admire him so much after only meeting him once! It makes me a little jealous!" Li Zeju said with a smile.


    Glancing at him, "At my current age, one meeting is enough!" After a pause, "Go back, this Mr. Guo will be one of your most important friends in the future."


    The two nodded.


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 Chapter 386： real estate investment

    Chapter 386 Real Estate Investment


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    "Boss, this Mr. Li Ka-shing seems to be very optimistic about you!" Rebecca said.


    "Oh, how do you see it?"


    "Words and actions, as long as those who were there just now can see it!"


    Guo Shouyun said indifferently: "The poor are in the busy city and no one asks, and the rich have distant relatives in the mountains. It''s a normal thing! ... By the way, these days, you can help me find someone who has experience in property management, male or female. Best I have a better understanding of the situation in the mainland.��


    Rebecca nodded and asked suspiciously, "Didn''t you plan to cooperate with the Li family purely through capital investment when you talked to the Li family? Why...?"


    "Rebecca, you know, every piece of money has a purpose for every piece of money. This one''s different!"


    In addition to Ruby, Phoenix, Matrix, and Guo''s companies that have been "donated" to his own charitable fund, Guo Shouyun''s personal financial income mainly comes from two pieces. First, your own copyright income, including paper publishing, film and television copyright, peripheral copyright and so on. Second, investment income; including stock dividends and futures investment income; just like the $700 million he put in the mango seed fund this time, it belongs to this kind of income. Now, the two pieces of income, minus debt, are about $1.8 billion. This is Guo Shouyun''s personal assets.


    Now, the first piece of income, as he writes more and more books, the copyright of film and television becomes more and more valuable, and the income is getting higher and higher. In 2002, it was basically able to achieve an average monthly average of 45 million US dollars. In 2003, that would increase to $50 million, if nothing else.


    In the past, for the purpose of tax avoidance, half of this income would be donated and half kept in my own hands. This part of the donation will be used to invest in the stock market and futures to generate second income. The other half, after spending a lot of their own real estate loans, as well as the salaries of bodyguards and servants, will have to pay about 18% in taxes. What''s really left is about $18 million. The money is invested in art, or put in a money fund for petty use. If there is an opportunity like 9.11 or the Iraq War, this part of the money will be invested.


    The second part of the money, which is the income from various investments, after deducting the loan interest, can generate all the income of 28 million US dollars a year. If he waits until the $900 million he received from the Mango Seed Fund this time is invested, the final income figure can be doubled again.


    According to his plan, the second part of the money will still be invested in the stock market, futures and bond markets. He originally donated half of his copyright income, and he planned to use it to invest in Huaxia Real Estate. It stands to reason that 250 million US dollars a year is just enough to cooperate with Changshi. But don''t forget, Guo Shouyun still has a ''great wealth'' on Yulin Island.


    Although this treasure from the Padmanabha Swami temple has not been carefully counted and appraised, its value is beyond doubt. Although things like golden crowns and golden elephants are too conspicuous and can only be collected by themselves, a large number of gold coins and gems can be exchanged for cash from the black market. As for whitewashing, it is also very simple, whether it is anonymous donations or going through the banking system, it is easy for Guo Shouyun.


    This tens of billions of dollars is the focus of his investment in the Huaxia real estate market.


    Glancing at the boss with a calm expression and deep eyes, Rebecca did not delve into this issue. No matter how close the relationship is, financial matters are a sensitive point that you try not to touch.


    "Are you really that optimistic about the Huaxia real estate industry?"


    "Of course! The future is the golden age of China Real Estate''s development. Construction development, property, building materials and other related industries are flowing with gold. If it weren''t for the too many shady stories of construction development, I would have been involved long ago."


    Now the houses in the third ring road of the imperial capital are only about 4,000 yuan per square meter, which is unimaginably cheap. If you buy a set now, it will increase by 10 times in ten years, and 20 times in twenty years. Investing in gold is not as profitable as investing in real estate in China''s first-tier cities.


    After nodding his head clearly, "Didn''t you keep saying that American real estate will also usher in a rapid growth cycle? But I don''t think you are very interested in American real estate?"


    Guo Shouyun is of course not interested. The real estate in the United States has risen, and it took only six years for the average increase to less than double. From the perspective of investment income, it is definitely not as good as Huaxia. It''s just that the real estate market in the United States is relatively large in this era.


    "In America, the stock market is a better investment than real estate!"


    After chatting, the team has arrived at the villa where they are staying. After instructing Rebecca to leave, she just returned to the study and sat down when the phone in her pocket rang.


    Glancing at the caller ID, Guo Shouyun pressed the answer button.


    "Bruce, have you arrived in Hong Kong?"


    "How did you know?"


    "Your speech at the Chinese University of Hong Kong has now spread all over the world. It''s not like I don''t hear things out of the window. How could I not know? By the way, when will you be in Beijing? When the time comes, my buddy will show you around."


    "It may take a while. After my Hong Kong side is finished, I have to go to Pengcheng and the magic capital."


    "As long as you come. By the way, I have prepared the house you want. The standard old Beijing courtyard house has three entrances and three exits, with a large courtyard of more than 3,000 square meters."


    "It''s really hard for you. Such a big courtyard is hard to find in the capital."


    "Hey, it''s a little more difficult. But who made us a buddy who has squatted! Your business is mine."


    "I remember your favor!"


    "If you say this, you will be seen as an outsider. For so many years, you have directed me to make a fortune. If I really want to talk about favors, I owe you favors. ... Well, I know that you are a self-disciplined person, unlike me, a night owl, just Don''t disturb your rest. Let''s talk when you get to the capital."


    "Alright, then I''ll hang up first!"


    "Bye-Bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    Chen Zhen hung up the phone with a proud look on his face.


    "How is it, didn''t lie to you?"


    "I can''t tell, big head, you really know the famous Bruce Guo!" a short-haired girl in a red jacket exclaimed in surprise.


    "He is a ''blind cat meets a dead mouse''. He graduated from Oxford three years ago and was about to return to China. As a result, when he went to dinner, he had a fight with a Chinese and a local gangster, and then the two of them squatted together for several hours. Who would have thought that this young man of Chinese descent, who was so miserable at the time, who was no different from a college student in Huaxia except for his handsome appearance, founded Matrix Group, Phoenix Company, Ruby Company, Guo''s Group and Hanhua Holdings have acquired Apple and Google, and they have become the world''s hottest financial geniuses and business elites." Li Chengjun envied.


    "This is called different fate. At that time, I introduced you to each other." Chen Zhen said proudly.


    Li Chengjun shook his head, although he was not too domineering because of his family background and knowledge. But he is a Scorpio, and all his pride is hidden in his bones. His natural personality is not as warm and hearty as Chen Zhen Naturally, he will not be really like him, and he deliberately gets close to strangers he has only met once. Naturally, he will not become friends with Guo Shouyun, who is thousands of miles away and has the same proud and sullen personality.


    "Big head, we are all friends from childhood to adulthood. When this God of Wealth arrives in the capital, you can introduce us."


    "That''s right. The courtyard house in Mao''er Hutong is still my help. You can''t cross the river and demolish the bridge!"


    Over the years, everyone has looked at Chen Zhen in a circle, and the wealth in his pocket has turned up and up, and it is clean, so there is nothing not to envy.


    "Don''t worry, don''t worry. Wrap it up on me!" Chen Zhen patted his chest and embraced it. Of course, although he ''sold'' Guo Shouyun, he also sold it for a good ''price''.


    "Everyone has grown up with open crotch pants, and if you have my advantages, you will also have yours. But my American friend is different from us, and I don''t know any of you. So, when we come to visit, we can Can''t be empty-handed."


    "What do you mean? Want us to get a present?"


    "You said it was really festive. Are there still people who ask for help and don''t take gifts these days?"


    "Gifts are easy to say. But what does this Bruce Guo like?"


    "Antiques! This friend of mine likes art collection. So, after going back today, you can go to Panjiayuan and Liulichang to get some high-quality antiques, and then add my recommendation, and we can talk!"


    "Antiques are not difficult." The people around nodded.


    Looking at their appearance, Chen Zhenzhen was secretly proud. There are many gifts, and he also has face.


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 Chapter 387： 2 major investment plans

    Chapter 387 Two major investment plans


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    As we all know, Hong Kong people love to bet on horses, so there is the best racecourse in Asia, especially the Sha Tin Racecourse, which was built in the 1970s. Horse lovers from all over the world come.


    Guo Shouyun also likes horses. After all, everyone has a dream of a general who rides a horse with a gun, runs thousands of miles, and crosses the battlefield. It''s just that he has no interest in betting on horses. So, I deliberately chose a time when there was no competition and the sun was good, and I came to the Sha Tin Racecourse with Li Zeju to ride a horse. The quality of the track here is certainly not to be said, and the horses of the Li family are also the top. Therefore, Guo Shouyun''s nature was very high for the whole time.


    After enjoying themselves, they dismounted and handed the reins to the trainer next to them, took bottles of mineral water from each other, and sat down in the rest area next to them.


    "Young is good. You ride for an hour without blushing or panting. I''m going to be tossed to pieces on my side." Li Zeju looked at Guo Shouyun next to him and said with some envy.


    "Everyone has it when I was young, there is nothing to envy." After a pause, he changed the subject, "Brother Li, are you familiar with Zou Wenhuai?"


    "Uncle Huai? Of course we do!"


    Back then, it was Li Ka-shing who helped Zou Wenhuai resist the hostile takeover by the rich and powerful son Lin Jianyue. The two are no strangers to each other.


    "...Why do you ask this all of a sudden,...you''re not interested in Jiahe, are you?"


    With Li Zeju''s astuteness, he naturally guessed the motive behind Guo Shouyun''s question in an instant.


    "I can''t hide anything from you, I am indeed interested in Jiahe!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Don''t you have a matrix? In contrast, the Hong Kong film market has long since declined."


    "I am naturally aware of the decline of Hong Kong movies. But what I like is China, which is still in the ascendant. Moreover, as the most successful company in the history of Hong Kong movies, Golden Harvest is also the place where I like the copyright of more than 600 movies."


    Guo Shouyun, who is very aware of the growth curve of the Chinese film market in the future, naturally has to make arrangements early. It is the end of the road, but it is still a memory of a generation. Golden Harvest, which has a strong brand influence throughout China, East Asia and Southeast Asia, is naturally his first choice.


    "Bruce, your eyes are always on the future!" After pondering for a while, Li Zeju said slowly.


    "The uncertainty of the future happens to be the greatest!"


    "Yes. But you seem to have succeeded!"


    "I''m lucky too!"


    Li Zeju smiled, "I will ask you about this matter, and if there is a result, I will notify you as soon as possible!"


    "thanks!"


    "If you''re polite, you''re out. Oh, that''s right. Take a look at this information!"


    The information handed over by the assistant was handed over to Guo Shouyun.


    "what is this?"


    "Two documents of real estate projects, if you think there is no problem, we can cooperate on them."


    "Oh, so efficient?" Guo Shouyun took it with great interest.


    "It''s not as fast as you think. These two projects have been around for a long time. I have been planning to cooperate with mainland real estate developers, but there has been no suitable candidate. Now that you join in, Changshi will naturally not consider others."


    What Li Zeju said was very beautiful. Guo Shouyun glanced at him with a smile, and opened the information in his hand.


    Jade Garden and Taihe Jiayuan are the names of two communities, one is located in Modu and the other is located in Pengcheng, both of which are excellent projects located in the city center. It can be seen that Li Zeju was willing to take them out with all his heart.


    "Emerald Garden covers an area of ??80,000 square meters and a construction area of ??230,000 square meters; Taihe Jiayuan covers an area of ??288,000 square meters and has a construction area of ??724,000 square meters. The development period is four years and is completed in three phases. The total investment is 2.14 billion Chinese yuan. . The funds for acquiring the land and the first phase of development funds are 560 million Chinese dollars, and the funds can be recovered by selling off-plan in the later stage. This is the Chinese real estate development model, which is different from the United States.��


    "I know that." Guo Shouyun nodded, and pressed the two documents together, "So what percentage does Changshi hope to take in this cooperation?"


    "How about fifty-five?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "No matter what happens, there is always a person who calls the shots to be efficient. I''m just a financial investment, and I don''t need to account for 50%! On the contrary, Cheung Kong has rich experience in real estate development. We should take the initiative. Therefore, June 4 or July 3 is a more suitable choice.��


    He is only here to make money, not to develop local properties. There is no need to compete with Changshi for project dominance.


    "If that''s the case, then June 4th, everyone can earn it!" Li Zeju said with a smile.


    "No problem! ... For more specific cooperation, I will let Rebecca talk to Changshi. We will not interfere with your project development except to supervise the finances."


    After Li Zeju nodded, Guo Shouyun raised the information in his hand, "Can I take it back and look at it?"


    "certainly!"


    After handing over the information to Rebecca, Guo Shouyun stood up, "Walk together?"


    "Okay! Let''s go to Penfold Park!"


    Penfold Park is adjacent to the Sha Tin Racecourse. It covers an area of ??eight hectares and is the largest park in Hong Kong. Guo Shouyun didn''t know about Pengfu Park, but looking at the lush forest next to him and the sound of birds and apes, he was interested in outing.


    After the two walked for a while, Guo Shouyun suddenly said, "Brother Li, do you know what else you plan to do when you come to Huaxia this time, besides looking at Hanhua and several other Internet companies that have invested in it?"


    "Appreciate further details!"


    "Actually, you should have guessed."


    Li Zeju smiled, "I know it''s an investment, but I can''t guess the scale! So, let''s listen to you first."


    "Haha, you are really smart! ... In fact, this time, I mainly have two investment plans. First, in the next five years, invest in the construction of 15,000 megawatt power plants and supporting facilities in Huaxia. Second, in the next five years In 2018, two Universal Studios, Magic City and Beijing City, will be built, covering an area of ??more than 300 hectares."


    When Li Zeju stopped in his footsteps, he was dumbfounded and said, "Bruce, are you serious?"


    "certainly!"


    "Do you know how much capital you need for these two investment goals?"


    "Of course, the 15,000-megawatt power plant will cost $18 billion if it is fully built; the two Universal Studios will cost $9 billion. However, I am not going to do such a large project alone, and there will definitely be partners in the middle. ... For example, you Li Family."


    Looking at his deep eyes, the shock on Li Zeju''s face was slowly replaced by thinking.


    "Brother Li, China''s development situation is there, and the lack of energy is also the status quo. Therefore, investing in power plants will definitely not be a loss. As for Universal Studios, I think apart from Disney, there is probably no theme park brand that can compare with us. And, with classic movies like The Mummy, Jurassic Park, Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean as content, we won��t be short of tourists.��


    After Li Zeju nodded slowly, "Bruce, are you so sure of China''s future? You know, the world is full of ''China''s collapse theory''."


    "With people as a mirror, you can straighten your clothes, and with history as a mirror, you can know the rise and fall. In the past five thousand years of world civilization history, Huaxia has always been the most important power in the world, and there is no reason why she will continue to decline. On the contrary, after a century of turmoil After that, the possibility of Huaxia''s prosperity again is almost 100% in my opinion. Therefore, I am very optimistic about her future." After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled, "If it weren''t for the limited funds in my hand, the investment plan Not just two!"


    "You have a lot of money in your hands. The sum of the money earned by the Mang Seed Fund and the Thunder Fund from the gold and oil markets is probably no less than 20 billion US dollars, right?"


    "I made a lot of money, but most of it is from customers. We just earn some hard work!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "If 40% of the income is just hard work, then give me a pile of such hard work."


    "It''s very simple. As long as you follow the example of Ling Zun and put your money in the mango seed fund, it''s more than 40%!"


    Li Zeju smiled and patted Guo Shouyun on the shoulder, "How do you plan to develop such a big investment plan? You must know that investing in Huaxia is not only enough to have money, but also to pass the approval of the National Development and Reform Commission. The landing should also be carefully inspected, and in addition to the troubles encountered in the construction, it is impossible to start construction without a year or two.��


    "Of course I am aware of the difficulties. But now Huaxia is a critical period for attracting investment I don''t think there will be too many obstacles for my investment. In addition, the 15,000 megawatt power plants are not stacked together. It is relatively easier to split it into 8~15 or even more branch projects. The real difficulty is two theme parks, and the land acquisition area is too large.��


    Li Zeju said thoughtfully: "Power plants can cooperate with China''s five major power generation groups, and theme parks can cooperate with CTS and CTS, as well as local governments. This will reduce difficulties and speed up the time for projects to land."


    "This is also what we thought after evaluating the project. However, I also plan to invite you to the Li family, of course, if you are interested!"


    "Why us?"


    "Two reasons: First, we are close friends, and I can trust you as a person. Second, your Li family, especially your old man, has deep political connections in the mainland, which is of great help to the implementation of the project. "For obvious reasons, Guo Shouyun didn''t hide it.


    "Apart from us, do you plan to invite other investors?" After nodding, Li Zeju continued to ask.


    "In addition to your Li family, I have no plans to invite others to the private consortium. To be honest, apart from your Li family and ''Fourth Uncle'' Li Shau Kee, Hong Kong is not very helpful to my plan."


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 Chapter 388： Goldman Sachs

    Chapter 388 Follow-up of Goldman Sachs


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    What Guo Shouyun needs is not money, but contacts in the mainland. At this point, in the whole of Hong Kong, Li Ka-shing and Li Shau Kee are probably able to meet his requirements. As for the political family in the mainland, it stemmed from the reverence of his previous life, and he did not want to be overly contaminated. It would be really unfortunate if he was implicated when Xi Jinping''s anti-corruption storm came.


    After pondering for a moment, Li Zeju said, "If you think it is suitable, I will recommend a suitable candidate to you!"


    "Who?"


    "Singapore''s Temasek Holdings! ... When the mainland first opened up, officials were sent to Singapore to study and inspect almost every year. As a state-owned company in Singapore, they have sufficient capital and deep connections in the mainland, making them a good partner for cooperation."


    Guo Shouyun is no stranger to Temasek''s name, but he is not interested in the giant company that controls 47% of the total market value of the Singapore stock market.


    "I have nothing to do with Temasek. Besides, I don''t want to be ostracized in the cooperation." Guo Shouyun refused.


    After looking at him, Li Zeju nodded and did not continue the topic.


    "To be honest, you suddenly gave me such amazing information, and I can''t give you the answer for a while!"


    "I know. You go back and discuss with Ling Zun, as long as I stay in Hong Kong and give me a positive message."


    "That''s fine. ... However, I''m suddenly not interested in going to the park now!"


    "Haha, it just so happens that I plan to go back. Why don''t we come here today, there will be opportunities to meet again in the future."


    "Alright! By the way, this is the gift my father asked me to bring to you!" He took the beautifully packaged cardboard box from the bodyguard''s hand and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    "Can I open it?"


    "Of course, but don''t be here." Li Zeju gestured with his eyes to the tourists who were constantly looking here.


    As the largest park in Hong Kong, Penfold Park has never been short of tourists.


    "I almost forgot, then I''ll look at it when I get home. By the way, thank you Lingzun for me."


    "He''s still going to thank you. The Mang Seed Fund has made a lot of money for him."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and patted his left arm, "Let''s go."


    Li Zeju nodded, and the two left the racecourse together.


    After returning home, after opening the gift from the Li family, "Is it Tang Yin''s "Ladies Picture"? It''s not a small hand."


    Although this painting cannot be called Tang Yin''s representative work, it is considered to be the top of the second-class cultural relics.


    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a sudden knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    Looking at Rebecca who came in through the door, "Is something wrong?"


    "You asked me to find a candidate who was born in the mainland and has real estate operation experience. I have found it."


    "So fast?"


    "Thanks to LinkedIn, which has the most comprehensive job search report for senior talents in Hong Kong."


    "That''s true." Guo Shouyun nodded, "Do you have any information?"


    "Of course... I have selected three candidates for you to choose from." Rebecca took out three documents and placed them in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Tang Wenfang, female, 36 years old, director of Kowloon City of Taiying Group, a Hong Kong real estate agency. Graduated from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, from Pengcheng."


    "Dai Li, male, 43 years old, Deputy General Manager of the Market Research Department of Midland Group, once served as General Manager of Midland Group Yangcheng Property Company. A native of Zhongshan, Guangdong Province."


    "Qian Zhenglin, male, 40 years old, deputy general manager of Hong Kong Zhongtai Property Management Company, graduated from the Department of Economics and Management of the University of Hong Kong with a master''s degree, from the magic capital!"


    Guo Shouyun roughly flipped through the three resumes, "It looks good from the top."


    "Do you want me to notify them for an interview?"


    "Don''t do it for now." Guo Shouyun shook his head after thinking about it, "In this way, give them a week. Let them write a ''evaluation report on the Huaxia real estate market for the next ten years'' to me within a week. Wait for me. Make a decision after reading it.��


    "clear!"


    "Look at these two documents. After reading, let Zhang Lei prepare some assistants for you, and talk to Changshi with you as the mainstay."


    After taking a look, Rebecca nodded.


    "What about after we talk?"


    "The Global Fund will be managed by Hanhua Trust, so after the talks, let them be responsible for financial supervision. Also, during this time, you helped me register a Global Real Estate Company in Hong Kong as a subsidiary of the Global Fund. The company operates independently, and the CEO is responsible for the rest of the business except for the financial supervision of Great China Trust and Global Fund.��


    "Yes!"


    "That''s all I have to say. It''s alright, go and get busy!"


    After Rebecca left, Guo Shouyun sat behind his desk and thought for a while, then took out his mobile phone and called Universal Studios CEO Chris McClain.


    "boss."


    "Well! Has the funds allocated by the headquarters arrived?"


    "Arrived. A total of $1.8 billion has been credited to Universal Studios'' books."


    "What about the plan?"


    "Hollywood and Orlando Hollywood Studios expansion ''Pirates of the Caribbean Sea Quest'' and ''The Magical World of Harry Potter'' have been approved for the two projects, and the land acquisition is also very smooth, but the price is higher. Universal Studios Barcelona Mediterranean Expansion is still under discussion. Because we are a major shareholder, we only need to convince the Barcelona government. And Universal Studios�� attraction to tourists is enough to prompt the Barcelona city government to pass. It��s just that their administrative efficiency is too low, It may take another month or so to have results."


    "It''s not a big problem to have one more month or less, as long as it succeeds. ... What about Osaka?"


    "Osaka is very troublesome. Although we have acquired 9% of the shares of the Osaka city government and increased the shares of Universal Studios Osaka to 24%, we are still not at an advantage from Goldman Sachs'' 41%."


    "Ask Goldman Sachs? Are they willing to sell their stake?"


    "I asked. But they''re asking $1.5 billion for this stake, which is exaggerated!"


    Exaggerated indeed. The investment in the entire Universal Studios Osaka is only $2 billion. Moreover, so far it has not turned a profit. 41% of the equity, let alone 1.5 billion US dollars, 1 billion is too expensive.


    "Boss, we are currently seeking to acquire more shares of Universal Studios Osaka from other shareholders. But Goldman Sachs is also acting at the same time as us. It seems that they do not intend for us to actually complete the holding of Universal Studios Osaka!"


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes, and two familiar faces, Blank Finn and Stephen Bryan, appeared in his mind. These two, one CEO and one president, are the real brains of Goldman Sachs. Also the most cunning Wall Street banker he has ever met.


    "How much equity does Goldman Sachs have in Universal Studios now?"


    "42.4%!"


    "Oh, didn''t you say they did it? Why did it increase so much?"


    "I''m not too sure. When we stopped buying from the market, Goldman Sachs seemed to stop. We did it and they did it."


    "Has it always been like this?"


    "Yes, it has always been like this! ... Boss, I think Goldman Sachs may be waiting for you to contact them." Chris McLean has worked hard in the business world for many years and has rich experience, so he can naturally guess some clues from Goldman Sachs'' actions.


    There was a glint in Guo Shouyun''s eyes, and he could roughly guess what Goldman Sachs wanted.


    "Universal Studios Osaka will put it on hold for now and wait for my news."


    "Yes!"


    "Where are Singapore and Huaxia, have you been in contact?"


    "We have already contacted. Singapore is very willing to cooperate with us, and substantive negotiations are already underway. However, the area of ??Singapore is limited, and I am afraid that the area of ??Universal Studios will not be too large. In addition, in terms of equity, Singapore hopes to obtain more This is the main difference between the two sides at the moment.��


    "As for the area, considering the actual situation in Singapore, there is no upper limit! As for the equity, we must get 51%, and hold the main management rights of the park in our hands, otherwise we will give up cooperation. Of course, during the negotiation At times, try to be as tactful as possible.��


    Universal Studios is one of the pillar businesses planned by Guo Shouyun for the Matrix Group, and the initiative must be in his own hands.


    "clear!"


    "What about Huaxia?"


    Compared with Singapore, the magic capital and the capital are the places that Guo Shouyun values.


    "The governments of both places are willing to negotiate with us, but Huaxia''s projects with foreign investment exceeding 30 million US dollars require the approval of the Central Development and Reform Commission, which may take some time. Moreover, our park occupies a large area. If we want to really implement it, I''m afraid it will take a long time."


    "Longer time is fine, but I want to see the project move forward step by step."


    "Yes!"


    "Where are you now?"


    "Huaxia Magic City! Accompanied by officials from the Magic City government, we are choosing a site for the park."


    "How many places are there?"


    "It hasn''t been decided yet, but the alternative targets are Tang Town in Pudong New Area, Ruiqiao Town in Minxing District, and Jiangqiao Town in Putuo District."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Having lived in the Magic Capital for nearly ten years in his last life, he certainly knew that the address of Disneyland was located in Chuansha New Town, but Disneyland was built in 2009. It''s just the beginning of 2003. At this time, outside the central ring of the capital city, it is almost the same as outside the third ring road of the capital, and it is basically the suburbs. There will naturally be changes in the site selection of the park, and Guo Shouyun did not make blind decisions based on his own experience.


    "Where''s the partner? Has it been decided?"


    "Huaxia Youth Hostel and the Magic City Government. These two have been temporarily decided, but the negotiation has just begun, and we are only in contact at the moment. It will take time before the real implementation."


    "I understand. Go ahead as planned, if there are problems that can''t be solved, call me."


    "Boss. I know you''ve made a lot of money from the oil market. Can you support Universal Studios?" Chris McLean said flatteringly in his tone.


    "How do you know I made money?"


    "The media all over the world are saying this now! Especially the Wall Street Journal and The New York Times, their financial sections are almost full-time sections for you and the Thunder Fund."


    Guo Shouyun is not deaf. He naturally knows the reports of the American media, especially the "Wall Street Journal" and "New York Times", two media that he does not deal with very much.


    "Complete the tasks I gave you with peace of mind. As long as you work well and really encounter financial difficulties, I will naturally support you!"


    "Yes, thank you boss!"


    "It''s okay, hang up first!"


    "Okay, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun took the phone and thought about it, then found the familiar name in the phone book and dialed it.


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 Chapter 389： Benefit exchange and wooing

    Chapter 389 Interest Exchange and Winning


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    "Bruce, it''s rare that you take the initiative to call me."


    "Stephen, as a friend. Always call and check."


    Stephen Bryan smiled, "That''s right. How have you been in Hong Kong lately? You must be very happy to think about it. The Thunder Fund and the Mang Seed Fund have successively made a lot of money from the oil and gold markets."


    "I made some profit. But when it comes to happiness, you should be more happy. As a client of Thunder Fund, Goldman Sachs made 60% of the profit this time! I''m just working for you."


    "40% is a lot of money. Also, you make the total, and we''re only a small part of the investment. But despite that, Bruce, on behalf of Goldman Sachs, I thank you very much for working with you. And look forward to our future more in-depth cooperation.��


    "for example?"


    "For example, the listing of Google and Ruby, Matrix''s asset-backed securities, convertible bonds, etc. We are willing to cooperate with Guo''s consortium in any financial-related business."


    Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank, and after pondering for a moment, "I have a business here to raise $3 billion. If Goldman Sachs is interested, I can give it to you."


    "Oh? Of course we''re interested. But I''m more curious about the three billion dollars, how are you going to spend them?"


    "Unocal Petroleum Corporation."


    "You want to buy it?"


    "That''s right!"


    "At Unocal''s scale, $3 billion is not enough!"


    As the ninth largest oil company in the United States, Unocal Petroleum has total oil and natural gas reserves of 1.76 billion barrels, with oil accounting for 38%. It has oil and gas exploration assets and projects in the Gulf of Mexico, Texas in North America, and Indonesia, Thailand, Myanmar and Bangladesh in Asia. The company also supplies natural gas to Thailand for power generation and has thermal power plants in Indonesia, the Philippines and Thailand. But Unocal was losing money year after year because its exploration efforts did not pay off. Today''s market cap is $11 billion and net debt is $2.68 billion. Therefore, it is not difficult to acquire Unocal.


    "Didn''t I make a lot of money in oil futures, just to buy it!"


    "Considering the premium, it would cost at least $15 billion to acquire Unocal. And from what I know about you, you''re not the kind of person who would choose a full-payment purchase."


    "Stephen, you still know me. But you also know my relationship with Merrill, so you still have to take care of Stan O''Neal."


    "Hehe, as far as I know, that guy is very wary of you entering Merrill Lynch''s board of directors."


    "Believe that as we get to know each other, hostility will turn into friendship."


    "I don''t think so. But to be honest, you could have invested in Goldman Sachs in the first place. Then we''ll be colleagues."


    "I think so too. But Goldman Sachs'' stock price is too high, and there is no good chance." After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, "Stephen, you know that I am very interested in the shares of Universal Studios Osaka, so you open a price?"


    "$900 million, I think that''s a fair price!"


    Stephen Bryan is also very knowledgeable. After Guo Shouyun threw out the 3 billion US dollars in exchange, he also naturally lowered the conditions.


    "No problem. I''ll arrange for someone to sign the contract with you as soon as possible."


    "Okay! ... By the way, Bruce. I saw your speech at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Really, very exciting."


    "Really? But half the media in America is saying I''m talking nonsense!"


    "You are also in the media, and you should understand that if there is no debate, no one will read the news at all. ... However, no matter what, your predictions about the future of the Internet are very influential in high society. So now Wall Street investors are very concerned about Silicon Valley''s There''s a lot of interest from internet companies. Especially your Google and Ruby."


    There was something in Stephen''s words, and Guo Shouyun could naturally hear it.


    "Goldman was definitely one of the underwriters when Stephen, Google and Ruby went public."


    "Bruce, you know that sometimes promises aren''t totally reassuring! Plus, there''s a lot of interest in Google. For its future, I would personally suggest you try VCs."


    Guo Shouyun is not a fool. He can tell that the capital circle of Wall Street, or that Goldman Sachs coveted Google, can''t wait. If it wasn''t for the $3 billion financing business they threw out this time, then letting Goldman Sachs invest in the shares must be an exchange condition for them to transfer the shares of Universal Studios Osaka.


    "Stephen, you know that my offer for Google is not low!" Guo Shouyun said slowly after pondering for a while.


    "Bruce, Goldman Sachs has also been generous with future investments."


    After hearing what he meant by letting go, Stephen''s tone suddenly became excited. Google''s rapid development and its clear profit model made it the darling of Wall Street''s capital circle. It''s just that all the shares are in the hands of Guo Shouyun and the two founders, making it impossible for many consortia to start. Now, through hard work, Goldman Sachs has finally seized a chance.


    "I have confidence in Goldman''s ability. However, I hope this matter can be discussed after Unocal''s acquisition."


    Stephen was stunned for a moment and then quickly reacted. Through Guo Shouyun''s tone, it is obvious that helping him acquire Unocal is a condition for Goldman Sachs to take a stake in Google.


    "That''s fine. But I hope that if Google''s financing is not limited to Goldman Sachs, we will take 50% of your financing!"


    "Can!"


    "Looks like we can sign an agreement!"


    "I''m going to have Enron Pacific CEO Corey Flewett meet you. He''s working with Goldman Sachs on my behalf on the Unocal acquisition."


    "Then it''s fine!"


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s mouth curled slightly, "Seriously, Stephen. You are the most astute financier I''ve ever met. So... have you considered working for me?"


    This completely unexpected question stunned Stephen Bryan for a moment.


    "Bruce, this joke is very boring."


    "I''m not kidding. At Goldman, Blank Finn is the real leader, and you have to be able to work under his leadership. If you come to Phoenix, the CEO job is yours."


    "What about William Zhang?"


    "Zhang''s ability is limited, he is no longer suitable for the growing Phoenix. Besides, I also have a new position that is more suitable for him." After a pause, Guo Shouyun continued in a seductive tone, "Also, you know me Why does it have to be a Merrill Lynch? ... Because I''m going to buy it."


    After Stephen Bryan was silent for a while, "Bruce, Merrill can''t be bought with money."


    "Of course. But if I can make Merrill shareholders grow their wealth by 20% a year, or more, I''m sure they won''t have a hard time with the money."


    Hearing this, Stephen Bryan suddenly thought of the Thunder Fund. Its high level of profitability is indeed hard to refuse.


    Thinking of this, his originally calm heartbeat suddenly accelerated. Something called heartbeat begins to sprout from the bottom of my heart.


    "Where''s Stan O''Neal? He''s not that easy to deal with!"


    "Some time ago, his purge of Merrill has touched the interests of many people. If you can''t fundamentally change Merrill''s bloated structure and improve its profitability, do you think these people will tolerate him? ... Since ancient times, Reformers have always stood on the edge of a cliff, and if they do not succeed, they will succeed. Judging from the situation of Merrill Lynch in the past 2002, although his reforms and purges have been effective, they have not achieved immediate success. The Merrill Lynch Board of Directors also has How much patience, I think the experienced you should know better than me."


    "It''s difficult to reform Merrill Lynch''s status quo, but wouldn''t it be more difficult to merge Phoenix and Merrill and then reform?"


    "I have confidence in your ability! Moreover, if the two merge, I will be a major shareholder. With my support, you are already invincible compared to Stan O''Neal. At least you don''t have to worry about the constraints from the board of directors. ."


    "I''m glad you think so. But I''m very happy at Goldman Sachs and have no plans to change jobs for now."


    "I think you should seriously think about it After all, if you miss this opportunity, you probably won''t have it again in the future."


    "I''ll think about it seriously!" After a while, Stephen Bryan''s words came over again.


    "Don''t make me wait too long."


    After saying goodbye to each other, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    As the assets of Phoenix Company became larger and larger, William Zhang''s lack of ability became more and more apparent. As is commonly said in the history of China, he was more than successful, but not aggressive enough. With the rapid development of the Phoenix, it is increasingly showing a mismatch in ability. Moreover, even with the support of Guo Shouyun, it is difficult to really convince such talented elites as Patty Sellers, Michael Moritz, and Paul Lehman. Therefore, changing coaches became a choice Guo Shouyun had to make.


    Shopping malls are like battlefields, and there is never any tenderness. If you don��t want to drag down the development of enterprises, a qualified leader is a necessary condition. Of course, after working together for three years, he would not have wronged the old courtier, and the options that should be given would not be less. In the future, William Zhang will also become the manager of the "Chinese Charity Relief Fund" under his name and one of his staff.


    Compared with Phoenix''s coaching change, the only thing that made Guo Shouyun somewhat reluctant was Google. According to the original plan, he planned to wait until the PE round before the listing, and then spread the interests, win over the allies, and lay the foundation for the next step of Google''s development. But it seems that his speech at the Chinese University of Hong Kong has catalyzed the urgency of various investment institutions for Google shares.


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 Chapter 390： Acquired Golden Harvest

    Chapter 390 Acquisition of Golden Harvest


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    Not only Goldman Sachs, in the past few days, he has received calls from many familiar investment institutions, including eos or presidents of Carlyle Fund, Bain Capital, and Blackstone. It''s just that by comparison, they''re more of an inquiry. And Goldman Sachs directly seized his desire for a share of Universal Studios Osaka in exchange for it.


    "Forget it, since it''s all about letting go late or let go early. As long as they can agree with my valuation of Google, they should introduce strategic investment as soon as possible. Moreover, with the full help of Goldman Sachs, it is possible to win Unocal Oil. Sex is bigger."


    The next decade will be a decade of soaring oil prices. Oil that is only more than $30 a barrel now will peak at $147 a barrel in 2oo8. Therefore, buying oil assets at this time will at least triple in the next five to ten years.


    Whether it is out of the importance of the energy industry or out of making money, Guo Shouyun is now making every effort to acquire oil assets.


    He has already planned that after the acquisition of Unocal, he will spin off the oil business of Enron Pacific, and then go public when the oil price is at its peak. After cashing out, he will make a lot of money. He will buy it back when the oil shale production increases and the stock price falls. .


    Of course, this is already many years later, so let''s not press it for the time being.


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    Li Zeju''s call came faster than Guo Shouyun imagined. On the third day after the meeting at Sha Tin Racecourse, the two met again.


    "Uncle Zou has agreed to meet, and he also understands that you plan to acquire Jiahe. ... Judging from the current situation, you have a high probability of success!"


    Sitting in the car to the Zou family''s mansion in the mid-level villa, Li Zeju said with a smile.


    Guo Shouyun certainly knew that he had great hopes. The current Hong Kong film market, after going through the 1997 crisis, has long since slumped to the extreme. Influence in East and Southeast Asia has also been completely ceded to Hollywood. Not to mention these external factors, even Zou Wenhuai himself is in debt.


    First, investing in real estate lost more than 100 million yuan. Then he lost his co-founding partner, Jiahe''s "Second Master" He Guanchang. You must know that this is Jackie Chan''s godfather.


    This is not the end. In 1998, the Hong Kong government took back Jiahe''s studio on Axe Mountain Road. The new studio in Tseung Kwan O also rejoiced because of Shaw''s spoiler. Zou Chongyan, the daughter of 2ooo who has a master''s in film from Stanford, did not save Golden Harvest, but made it worse.


    In such a situation of internal and external difficulties, it is strange that Zou Wenhuai does not sell. At least you can make some money by selling it, but if you go bankrupt, you may lose a dime.


    "It''s here, it''s here!"


    Through the car window, I looked at the very quiet villa hidden behind the green hills and trees not far away. Guo Shouyun nodded secretly. Although Jiahe was engulfed in debt, Zou Wenhuai also lost a lot. But after 50 years of making movies, he still has a lot of money.


    With Li Zeju, a familiar eldest young master, it is very easy to enter the villa. When the vehicle passed through the courtyard gate and stopped in front of the steps of the villa, Guo Shouyun saw a middle-aged woman wearing a lavender coat. He knew that this was Zou Wenhuai''s daughter, Zou Chongyan.


    "You are here?"


    "Chongyan, let me introduce to you, this is Mr. Guo Shouyun from the United States."


    Li Zeju and Zou Chongyan are about the same age, so naturally they have known each other for a long time.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s a pleasure to meet you. Although I am in Hong Kong, I have been hearing about Mr. Guo and admire your amazing business achievements."


    "Thank you! It''s an honor to visit the Zou family."


    "Please come in with me, my father is already waiting for the two of you inside!"


    After a simple courtesy, Zou Chongyan led the two into the living room. After bypassing the shadow wall, Guo Shouyun saw the person he wanted to visit in a living room that was similar to the modern Chinese decoration style.


    Seeing the gray hair and thin body, like an old man on the verge of death, it is difficult for Guo Shouyun to associate him with the legendary figures in the Hong Kong film industry for half a century.


    Although he thought so, whether it was out of courtesy or respect for the elder, he subconsciously accelerated his pace and took the initiative to extend his right hand to the other party.


    "Mr. Zou, I''m Guo Shouyun, it''s a great honor to meet you!"


    Zou Wenhuai held his hand, looked up and down, and nodded with a smile.


    "It''s true that there are talents from all generations, and they have been leading the way for hundreds of years. The famous Hollywood media giant also has a share of my Chinese. Mr. Guo''s achievements really make this old man admire me."


    "You''ve won the prize. I''m just getting started in the film and television industry, and I have to ask experienced seniors like you in many places."


    "Mature and steady, ''not arrogant when you take credit'', that''s good. No wonder Jiacheng gave you such a high rating on the phone!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly and did not answer.


    "Please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    After the three of them were seated, Zou Chongyan brought over the brewed tea leaves.


    "It''s rumored that Mr. Guo likes to drink tea. Here are some Yunnan Golden Silk Dianhongs from my own collection. Please taste them!"


    "Thank you!"


    After taking a sip from their teacups, Guo Shouyun, who didn''t intend to waste time in overly polite words, said bluntly, "Mr. Zou, I must have come here. Brother Li should have told you in advance. I don''t know what you think?"


    "Before answering this question, Mr. Guo, I want to ask Mr. Guo a question?"


    "Please say!"


    "If I sell Golden Harvest to you, how do you plan to operate it? Is it as a Matrix Hong Kong Film Company? Or keep the Golden Harvest brand and continue to make movies?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Actually, the reason why I want to acquire Golden Harvest, in addition to its rich film library resources, is that I like her extensive brand influence in East Asia and Southeast Asia, especially Huaxia. So, not only will it not be incorporated into the matrix, but it will exist as an independent film company and continue to make Chinese-language films."


    Zou Wenhuai nodded.


    "I heard Mr.''s tone, the purpose of acquiring Jiahe is for Huaxia?"


    "Yes!"


    "Now that the Huaxia film market is far from Hollywood, why does Mr. Guo need to do this? Besides, he has acquired Universal''s Matrix and has a wealth of film library and shooting resources, which is enough to gain huge benefits from Huaxia. Why is Jiahe?"


    "No matter how good the matrix is, it is also a Hollywood film company. Its spiritual core is Western, and it is naturally completely different from the East. It is like Western food, no matter how good it is, it will not become steamed bread and rice, and will not become Chinese people. The staple food. But Golden Harvest is different. Its core is oriental, and it can make movies with a unique oriental style. I need a film and television company like this.��


    "The mainland''s censorship of film and television companies is very strict!"


    "Because of this, I need Jiahe!"


    Zou Wenhuai nodded thoughtfully.


    "It seems that Mr. Guo has a clear understanding of the Eastern and Western film patterns."


    "Although I am an American, my roots are in China. I have never dared to neglect the motherland in the slightest." Guo Shouyun said.


    After taking a deep look at him, "If I sell my Jiahe shares to Mr. Guo, how much are you willing to pay?"


    "250 million Hong Kong dollars and bear all the debts. In addition, I need Mr. Zou and Miss Zou to sign a non-disclosure agreement with me. Before I fully acquire Golden Harvest, I cannot disclose the transaction between us to the outside world."


    Zou Wenhuai pondered, and after a while, "Add 2000,000, 270 million Hong Kong dollars, and I will sell you all the 24.78% shares in Jiahe!"


    "make a deal!"


    Guo Shouyun did not hesitate, smiled and stretched out his right hand towards the other party. 2,000,000 is only 200,000,000, not 200 million. For him, the money is a drop in the bucket, even if he looks at the face of the Li family and his son.


    After Rebecca finished drafting the contract and both parties signed their names, Zou Wenhuai sighed deeply, "Jiahe will be handed over to you!"


    "Please rest assured, I will restore Jiahe''s past glory!" Guo Shouyun solemnly promised.


    Zou Wenhuai gave him a deep look, raised his hand and patted his right arm, "I''m getting old and my energy is low, so I''ll let Chongyan accompany you from now on."


    "Okay, go slow!"


    Whoever sells the career that he has worked hard for all his life will not be in a good mood. What''s more, Zou Wenhuai is over eighty years old.


    Seeing his hunched back all of a sudden, Guo Shouyun also felt sympathy. However, even without him, Jiahe would inevitably end up being acquired by Orange Sky Entertainment. Compared with Wu Kebo, who is better at playing capital, he is confident that he can restore the glory of Golden Harvest.


    "Miss Zou, can you tell me about Jiahe''s current situation?"


    Zou Chongyan, who was in a good mood, nodded.


    "Gold Harvest''s business is mainly divided into three parts, film production, artist management and cinema. In terms of film production, since its establishment, Golden Harvest has produced a total of 67 films, including "Fighting Heroes", "A Plan", "Police" "Story series" and other classic films. ... However, there are no shooting plans for this year."


    Guo Shouyun frowned, originally wanted to ask, but finally gave up. The reason why there is no shooting plan is actually very easy to guess, just lack of money.


    "In terms of artist brokers, we have well-known artists such as Jackie Chan, Maggie Cheung, Wu Yanzu, and Zhang Zhen."


    At this time, although Jackie Chan left for the American exhibition, the brokerage contract was still in Golden Harvest. Although Maggie Cheung had already retired, the brokerage contract was still there. But Guo Shouyun has no interest in artist management. The reason is simple, for a studio that wants to make a blockbuster movie, actors must be paid within a reasonable range. This is naturally in conflict with the artist brokerage business that strives for higher pay. Therefore, you will see that the major Hollywood film and television giants basically do not have the business of artist brokerage. Inside Huaxia, Huayi Brothers used to account for half of the artist brokerage business, but it was almost ignored later.


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 Chapter 391： plan to expand

    Chapter three hundred and ninety-first plan to unfold


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    Noon Sunshine, which owns popular stars such as Jin Dong and Wang Kai, and produced conscience dramas such as "Langya Bang", "The Pretender", and "No War in Peiping" simply disbanded its artist brokerage business because they insisted on the salary of artist stars, cannot exceed one-third of the production cost.


    Therefore, the more capable film and television companies are, the more marginalized the artist brokerage is.


    "As for the cinema chain, the company currently has 17 cinemas and 156 cinemas in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia and Taiwan. ... The three businesses account for 80% of Golden Harvest''s total revenue, and the rest also includes retail and movie peripheral income. ."


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun understands that even if it has been established for many years, Golden Harvest is far from Hollywood in terms of film peripheral development. Of course, this is determined by the environment, and it is not easy to change.


    "Can you give me a copy of Golden Harvest''s operating and financial files for three consecutive years?"


    "Sure. But it may take some time."


    "Rebecca, please contact Ms. Zou and bring me the file."


    "Okay! BOSS!"


    Then Guo Shouyun stood up, "Ms. Zou, since the matter is over, let''s take our leave."


    "Also, if Mr. Guo wants to know anything about Jiahe, you can call me at any time."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Thank you. I don''t want to disturb you there. Please say goodbye to me. Oh, yes!"


    Received the gift box from Matthew, "This is a little gift I prepared, not a precious thing, please accept it!"


    During this visit to Zou Wenhuai, Guo Shouyun prepared a 50-year-old ginseng as a gift for his door-to-door visit.


    "Then I will thank my father on behalf of me!"


    Reciprocity is a traditional Chinese etiquette, and Zou Chongyan did not refuse. And in Guo Shouyun''s identity, precious things are ordinary to him. There''s nothing to say.


    "Farewell!"


    "I''ll send you!"


    After she was sent out, Guo Shouyun got into the car and left.


    "Thank you very much this time. Without your help, I''m afraid it would not have been so easy for me to acquire Jiahe!"


    Li Zeju shook his head with a smile, "You are also aware of Jiahe''s situation. It is a matter of time before it will be acquired. Even without me, it is just as easy to acquire it with your financial resources."


    "Having said that, I still have to thank you." Guo Shouyun pondered for a while, "Well, how about I invite you to the Peninsula Hotel for dinner? It just so happens that it''s noon."


    "I really want to go. But when I came out this morning, I promised my wife that I would accompany her to lunch and listen to the concert. I can accompany her for half a day a week. I really can''t refuse!"


    "Understand, understand! But speaking of it, you and Li Zekai are really two different people. I really doubt whether you are brothers."


    Li Zeju knew that he was talking about something that his brother was too concerned about.


    "The average Chinese family is too strict with the eldest son, and relatively loose with the second son. Compared with me, he has a more relaxed temperament, and his behavior will naturally be different from mine."


    "It is!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, his expression gradually calmed down.


    "How did you discuss with Uncle Li about what I mentioned to you last time?"


    "Such a good opportunity is of course to join. However, we don''t have as much capital as you, and we can draw up to $2 billion."


    "Actual investment, or $2 billion after financing?"


    "Thanks to your Thunder Fund and Mang Seed Fund, we also made a lot of money this time. So the $2 billion is all in cash."


    "In this case, with the ability of your Li family, at least three times the amount of capital can be leveraged. The total amount is 8 billion US dollars!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled, "I think my investment plan is a little conservative. already?"


    Li Zeju''s heart skipped a beat, for fear that Guo Shouyun would come up with another world-shattering plan, so he quickly waved his hand.


    "Don''t do it, we plan to double the financing of $2 billion. And the interest on commercial loans is not cheap. At $6 billion, even if it is 5% interest, it will cost 300 million a year. This is too exaggerated. Our Li family is comparable. Without you, a financial giant, you can easily make huge profits from the capital market to make up for your capital investment."


    "Okay!" Guo Shouyun shrugged and didn''t say anything more.


    "By the way, your Li family has been operating in the energy field for many years. Which of the five domestic power generation giants has a closer relationship?"


    "I have more cooperation with Huaneng and Huadian, and I am relatively familiar."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Since that''s the case, let''s form a negotiation team, starting from south to north, right?"


    "Are you in such a hurry?"


    "I don''t have time to wait. I didn''t delay another minute, it was against wealth." Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "No wonder you are so much younger than me, yet you have achieved such amazing achievements!" After a pause, "In this way, I will organize staff when I go back, and give you an explanation for at most three days."


    "Then I''ll be waiting for your good news!"


    Li Zeju nodded, "Let''s separate from the front entrance, the Peninsula Hotel and my house are not in the same direction!"


    "Alright!"


    After watching Li Zeju leave with his bodyguard, "Matthew, drive home."


    "Boss, are you not going to the Peninsula Hotel?"


    "The guests don''t go, what else am I going to do. Go back, we still have a lot of things to do these days."


    After returning home, Guo Shouyun did not stop for almost a moment. He took out his mobile phone and called Zhang Lei and William Zhang. The purpose was also very simple, to secretly acquire Jiahe. A 30% stake is far from meeting his requirements.


    After explaining the acquisition of Golden Harvest, he called the CEO of Anping Company and also the CEO of Anping Power, Jonathan Weir.


    "boss."


    "Jonathan, is the company okay?"


    "Everything went well. In January 2003, the five subsidiaries had a combined revenue of $4.378 billion an increase of 19.4% over the previous year. The debt ratio decreased by 2.17%. Boss, we have passed the most difficult period. .The company will definitely get better and better in the future."


    "That''s great news. How about the Redding, San Juan and Chico power plants coming in?"


    These three power plants are Anping Power''s largest new plant in the United States, with an average installed capacity of more than 2,000 megawatts. Investments in each have reached $2.5 billion. It is an uncompromising super project within Anping, and it is absolutely not to be missed.


    "Reading, which started construction at the earliest, is 90% complete, and it is expected to be completed in three months with trial operation. San Juan is 73% complete, and it will take half a year before completion. Chico Power Plant is about 60% complete, about The trial operation will not be carried out until August this year.��


    "Good. By the time the three major power plants are completed, our revenue will increase by at least $4.5 billion!"


    "It is all due to the huge investment of the boss at the beginning, otherwise Anping would not be where it is today."


    "As the CEO of Anping, there is also your credit. ... By the way, deal with the business at hand, organize a negotiation team, and fly to Hong Kong tomorrow or the day after tomorrow. Our plan for Huaxia is about to start."


    "Understood! ... But our funds haven''t come in yet."


    "When you take down the investment agreement, the funds will naturally arrive."


    "Yes. I will fly to Hong Kong tomorrow afternoon!"


    "I''ll let Rebecca pick you up then!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


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 Chapter 392： oil harvest

    Chapter 392 Oil Harvest


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    The next morning, Guo Shouyun received a call from Zhang Shaoling and the others.


    "Boss, our revenue from oil futures has been calculated."


    "Oh, how much?"


    ��The Solomon Group invested $8.2 billion, with an average buying price of $18.5 per barrel and a 20% margin. Leveraged 10 times and held 355,000 Brent crude futures contracts. The average selling price was $33.46 per barrel. After closing the position Total earnings were $5.31 billion."


    ��The Unicorn team invested $7.7 billion, with an average buying price of $18.34 per barrel, with a margin of 20%. Leverage ratio 10 times, holding 336,000 contracts of New York crude oil futures. The average selling price was $33.23 per barrel. After closing the position $5 billion in total revenue."


    "The Centaur team invested US$11.49 billion, with an average buying price of US$18.42 per barrel and a margin of 20%. The leverage ratio was 10 times, and it held 499,000 contracts of New York crude oil futures. The average selling price was US$33.62 per barrel. Earnings of $7.585 billion."


    "Children Capital invested US$3.9 billion, with an average buying price of US$18.14 per barrel and a margin of 20%. The leverage ratio was 10 times, and it held 172,000 Brent crude oil futures contracts. The average selling price was US$33.26 per barrel. After closing the position Total earnings were $2.597 billion."


    After the four people finished reporting, Guo Shouyun roughly calculated in his heart. This time, the entire Thunder Fund invested 31.29 billion US dollars in oil futures, and after deducting the principal, the total income was 20.492 billion US dollars. Deduct 60% of what should be given to customers and leave it to Thunder, or Phoenix''s total revenue of $8.2 billion.


    Counting the $5.2 billion that Mang Seed Fund made from the gold market, Guo Shouyun made an astonishing $13.4 billion in profit from the capital market this time by taking advantage of the tensions in the early days of the Iraq War.


    The money will effectively support the next round of expansion of his major conglomerates.


    "You have worked hard for the past four months. After sending the asset profit statement to the client to their mailbox, you should go on vacation for half a month."


    "Boss, what is the focus of later investment?" Zhang Shaoling asked.


    "What? You don''t want to take a vacation?"


    "I think, but if I don''t figure out the investment strategy behind, I''m afraid I won''t be able to sleep well when I''m on vacation."


    "what about you?"


    Qin Zhicheng and others on the other end of the conference call also agreed: "We also want to know the boss''s next investment strategy."


    In the past three years, Guo Shouyun has won the hearts of these financial elites with his precise investment vision. Therefore, whether it is Zhang Shaoling or Michael Barry, when they are independently responsible for the fund operations of their respective groups, they are used to investing 60 to 70 percent of their funds according to Guo Shouyun''s strategy. Facts have proved that this strategy can keep their funds in their hands by 30% to 50%, or even grow at a higher rate.


    "Since you are all curious, let me talk about it. ... After the impact of the Iraq war on the capital market subsided, the futures market is dominated by long-term gold and oil! You can try short-term, but it must be long, and the leverage should not be too much. High, 3 to 5 times is more appropriate.��


    "In the stock and bond market, the US stocks are dominated by the Internet sector, technology sector, biotech sector, financial sector, and Huaxia concept sector. If it is specific to the company, those who have already held shares before deliberately increase their shareholding ratio, and later deliberately try PetroChina, Stocks and bonds of large Chinese companies such as Sinopec and China Mobile, as well as Oracle, Gilead Sciences, Exxon Mobil, Intel, Starbucks, Coca-Cola, Amgen, Toyota, Louis Vuitton and Richemont, etc. Nasdaq, Dow Jones Indices are set to rise further and futures related to stock indices are dominated by bulls.��


    "Forex and options markets are bullish on China currency and options in the medium and long term, and bearish on the dollar and euro. In addition, commodity markets, especially oil, iron ore, coal, and copper mines, are dominated by call options."


    "I think that in the next three to five years, the international market will usher in a larger period of prosperity. Major commodities and futures, as well as stock and bond markets, will all rise in varying degrees. Therefore, during this period, look at more than It��s safer to be bearish and make more money.�� After a pause, Guo Shouyun continued, ��Okay, that��s all I can tell you. How much you can hold is up to you.��


    After finally explaining a few words, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. After sitting on the sofa and briefly pondering for a while, he got up and went back to the study, taking out the notebook.


    The profit of the Thunder Fund has come out. According to his plan, 40% of the 8.2 billion US dollars will be used to make up for the debts incurred from the acquisition of Universal Pictures and Vidione Games, as well as Warner Music, and the remaining 60%, 4.92 billion US dollars, will be used to support Anping Oil''s acquisition of Unocal .


    Of course, $4.92 billion is still a lot worse than Unocal''s market value. But as a fulcrum to pry the lever is enough.


    As for the expansion of Anping Electric Power and Universal Studios in China, there are Li''s family and local companies in China as partners, and there is a five-year buffer period. As long as 10-15% of all projects are invested, the project can be started, and the construction costs in the middle and late stages can be completely solved through financing and the revenue of Anping Power. This is also the customary financial solution for large projects.


    Of course, 10 to 15% of the initial investment is not a small amount. But so far, all Guo Shouyun''s investments in Huaxia, except for Hanhua Holdings, have no debt. In the past, it was because of the lack of foundation, leaving a way out for their crazy capital operations and the mutual confrontation with the American capital group. Now he has basically established a firm foothold in the United States. There is no need for Huaxia to adopt such a conservative financial strategy. Of course, how to operate it depends on the actual situation. Finances are the most sensitive place at all times, and prudence is the most precious quality.


    "Boss, this is the information you want about the Golden Harvest Group!" Rebecca knocked on the door and walked in with a large portfolio.


    "Leave it to me! ... Oh, yes. Jonathan''s flight to Hong Kong at three o''clock in the afternoon, you''ll pick him up on my behalf. Also, book their hotel closer to us."


    "clear!"


    After waving her to leave, Guo Shouyun opened the portfolio, took out the thick documents and began to read.


    The more he looked at his frown, the more Jiahe''s situation was worse than he expected. In 1992, the market value of 3.4 billion Hong Kong dollars was basically only a fraction now. The total revenue in 2002 was 24 million Hong Kong dollars, but it was only enough to repay the interest of 530 million Hong Kong dollars in debt. Invested in four films, and the highest-grossing film was directed by Ye Weimin, a remake of the 84-year-old film "Unstoppable Love". Unfortunately, although Chen Xiaodong and Qin Hailu performed well, they still couldn''t surpass the original version of Andy Lau and Wen Bixia, which was released for two months. To the box office of 8 million Hong Kong dollars, it can only be said to be average.


    After he read all the information, he let out a long sigh. After putting down the pen and pinching his eyebrows, there was a little more thought in his expression.


    Golden Harvest''s situation is already dire. But what Guo Shouyun values ??most is its film library and brand. Therefore, as long as these two aspects are not damaged, the others can be found again.


    "To bring Jiahe back to life, there are two most critical points: First, find him a qualified manager. Second, shoot an excellent film."


    First, Guo Shouyun has several suitable candidates. However, it would be possible to implement everything after Jiahe really got into his hands.


    As for the second point, two thousand years later, although the steel sheet has declined. But it''s not without quality. "Infernal Affairs" certainly can''t catch up. But Zhou Xingchi''s several works can be involved. However, with Xingye''s golden brand name, Jiahe will definitely not be the protagonist. Therefore, if you want Jiahe to return to people''s attention, you need to make a truly influential film yourself.


    He picked up some vague memories in his mind. Guo Shouyun wrote "Sister Peach", "Slaying the Wolf", "Seeing the Dragon Remove Armor", "Ip Man", and "The Thief of the Years" in his notebook!


    After thinking about it, he crossed out "Seeing the Dragon Unloading Armor" and "Ip Man" again!


    The investment of the two films is too high and not suitable for the current Golden Harvest, and before the development of the Chinese film market, such films are not suitable.


    "Sister Peach" and "The Thief of the Years", the pinnacles of the two literary films, have basically won the Academy Award, and there are even international awards. Andy Lau and Ye Dexian, as well as Ren Dahua and Wu Junru, are famous for their acting skills Looking at the two names, Guo Shouyun weighed it and crossed out "The Thief of the Years".


    Not because of lack of money, but out of consideration for prizes. Whether it is the Hong Kong Film Awards, the Taiwan Golden Horse Awards, or even some heavyweight awards in the world, it is only once a year. When you make two excellent films, you are competing with yourself for resources, so why bother? Might as well delay it for a few years.


    "Sister Peach" and "Slaying the Wolf"!


    If there are only two, Guo Shouyun feels less. After tapping his head with his right index finger, his eyes lit up.


    "Yes, the spiritual core of East Asian cultural circles is the same, and Korean and Japanese classic movies are naturally suitable for Hong Kong."


    Thinking of this, after a moment of contemplation, the names "Late Night Cafeteria" and "Memories of Murder" quickly appeared on his notebook!


    For Golden Harvest, which has declined to the extreme, the four-film shooting plan in 2003 was enough. As for Mainland China, he has other arrangements.


    With the shooting plan, Guo Shouyun began to write the script.


    Of course, with limited time, it was impossible for him to write two or three hundred thousand words like he did. What he planned was to write an outline of 20,000 to 30,000 words, and then hand it over to the Jiahe editorial department to enrich the details, and finally make up a complete script.


    Time passed little by little when Guo Shouyun started brainstorming. Just after four in the afternoon, Rebecca walked in with Jonathan Ware, who had flown to Hong Kong.


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 Chapter 393： Split Enron Pacific

    Chapter 393 Split Enron Pacific


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    "boss!"


    "BOSS!"


    "Sit down and talk!"


    After greeting the two of them to sit down, "Are you tired of flying for more than ten hours?"


    "A little bit. But I slept six or seven hours on the plane and I felt okay," Jonathan Weil said.


    "This is the information about the HK Electric Group that I prepared for you. You should know about it. We will cooperate with them for half of our power plant projects in Huaxia in the future."


    Jonathan nodded and took the information.


    "Don''t worry now, you can take it back and look at it."


    "Yes!"


    "This time, our investment in the Huaxia power market is divided into two parts. One is the expansion of the six power projects we have already planned in Huaxia. The second is the construction of new projects. In this regard We cooperate with the Li family. For all cooperation, I have several requirements: First, the installed capacity of coal-fired power plants located in the mainland must exceed 1,000 MW, and the emissions must meet China''s environmental protection standards. Second, the power plants along the coast and along the river , all build natural gas power plants, and strive to obtain the right to import natural gas for self-use from the Huaxia government. Third, try to cooperate with local governments instead of the five major power generation groups to ensure our management rights.��


    Although Guo Shouyun does not want to play the role of a competitor in the Huaxia market, before the national legal system is perfected, he really does not trust the management level and administrative efficiency of state-owned enterprises. Therefore, although he had expressed the idea of ??cooperating with Huadian and Guodian when he was chatting with Li Zeju before, he did not want to be controlled by others if he could be independent.


    In addition, he has lived in Huaxia for more than 30 years in his previous life, and he is very clear. Domestic oil and natural gas prices and foreign countries are two worlds. If you don''t want to be exploited by several oil giants, the best way is to get the right to import natural gas for your own use.


    Only in this way can we ensure our profit margins in front of the giant State Grid, which controls the transmission, distribution and retail of electricity.


    "Boss, if we want to get these rights, especially the independent import right of natural gas for our own use, I''m afraid we have to go to the capital first." Jonathan said.


    "I know this. However, in China, we have a shallow foundation. With the Li family, we will be more confident."


    "Yes!"


    "Oh, yes. Today''s local government in China is very welcome to foreign investment. So, you take our people to visit most of the provinces in China and talk to the local government. I believe they will be happy to give you one. A cooperation agreement for a power project. It will be more tempting to wait until the contract is signed, get together, and then go to the capital after the scale is formed.��


    Now all of China is in an era of fast-paced development, and investment promotion is directly linked to the performance of local officials. It is conceivable that if Jonathan ran a lap in Huaxia according to his instructions. Not to mention billions of dollars, even tens of billions of dollars can be filled in.


    And Guo Shouyun is planning to use an attractive cake that adds up to tens of billions of dollars in five years to tempt the capital to allow him the right to import natural gas for his own use.


    "This, boss. The scale of China''s electricity market is larger than that of the United States. If you follow what you said, I am afraid the final result will exceed our actual investment by several times."


    "Don''t worry about funds. Now most of Enron Pacific''s loss-making projects have been resolved. Excessive debt has also dropped by 21.3%. Positive profit has increased by 14.5%. In the future, our financial level will get better and better. Therefore, for Huaxia The investment project can be solved with financing. As long as we invest 10% of the construction funds, the follow-up costs can be solved through financing and the revenue of Enron Pacific Power. Therefore, you can take the project with confidence and boldness. If you really encounter financial problems, I''ll fix it for you."


    "Yes!"


    "How are the financing negotiations with **** and Wells Fargo?"


    "The contract has been signed, and the $5.5 billion has been in the company''s account. But boss. Is it too dangerous to keep Anping Oil''s debt at 53%? Once oil prices drop, I''m afraid we won''t be able to fund it. Pay off the debt."


    Since the acquisition of Enron, which ended the purchase and purchase of the power industry, Guo Shouyun''s goal has been placed in the oil industry. The routine is also very simple, buy crude oil assets, and then buy mortgages. The company''s debt has been maintained at a level of 50-60%.


    As long as oil prices are rising and the company''s revenue can pay back interest on loans, this capital game can work. Moreover, this has the advantage of not having to pay high corporate income tax. However, this method is also very dangerous. Once oil prices plummet, Anping Oil will end up not much better than Enron.


    But Anping is stronger than Enron in that it has a boss who can know the trend of oil prices in the next 15 years. Guo Shouyun is very clear that within ten years, he does not need to worry about oil prices. The oil price slump in 2008 did not last for more than half a year. As the United States harvested the world to make up for its heavy losses in the subprime mortgage crisis, international oil prices quickly rose back and created new highs.


    "Jonathan, oil is not going to fall."


    "Why? I admit that the Iraq war will have an impact on international crude oil prices. But how long will it last? Maybe it will subside in half a year. Plus the time to restore the oil industry, that''s two or three years. For us, it''s not too long."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said meaningfully: "Jonathan, war costs money. A war in Afghanistan that has not been completely ended has cost the United States $150 billion. If you add the Iraq war that is already on the line, more than $400 billion is a big deal. A matter of probabilities. How does this money come from? Is it only the American taxpayer? No, American politicians are not that stupid. They just let oil prices go up and the world needs more dollars if they want to buy oil. As long as the Fed starts printing money, the whole world is paying for America''s war, what a plan."


    "As for the Iraq war you said will end in two or three years. To be honest, I''m not a prophet, and I don''t know the outcome. But the war in Afghanistan is definitely not that easy. Taking history as a mirror, in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, the British spent nearly In a hundred years, three invasions of Afghanistan have failed to conquer this mountainous country."


    "If the British-Afghan war is too far apart to represent the combat mode of modern warfare. Then the Soviet-Afghan war from 1979 to 1989 is believed to have explained a lot of problems. The Soviet Union spent ten years, hundreds of thousands of troops, relying on Overwhelming weapons and equipment have not taken down Afghanistan. Do you think the Americans will be able to conquer this belligerent country with overwhelming weapons and equipment in twelve years?"


    Jonathan Ware fell silent. He is also an elite with an MBA from Harvard Business School. Although he has never entered the political world, he has a vision and judgment that surpasses ordinary people.


    "Boss, Washington must also understand the consequences of the war in Afghanistan, why do they insist on doing it?" After a long time, Jonathan Weir asked with a serious expression.


    "Do you know what the geography of Afghanistan means?"


    "The Crossroads of Asia?"


    "That''s right! To the east of it is the rising China. To the north are the five Central Asian countries. Of course, the purpose of the United States is not them, but Russia to the north. To its south are the second most populous countries India and Pakistan, and to its west are Iran, which does not deal with the United States. If it occupies this place, it will be able to nail a solid nail to the back of Asia. It will not only strengthen the influence of the United States on the world''s largest continent, but also effectively contain the strongest United States. The attention of the great enemy."


    "In addition to military considerations, after 9.11, the anger of the people always needs a channel, and war is the most suitable choice. In addition, our Mr. President has an excellent father, and he personally demonstrated to his son that war is How to get yourself re-elected. So, there is no reason why our President Bush should not follow suit.��


    "Then do you think we can win the war in Afghanistan?"


    It can be seen that Jonathan Weir''s patriotism is still quite strong than that of Rebecca. The latter are completely uninterested in such topics.


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "Only God knows this kind of problem!"


    "...Well, politics and war are not what we should care about. The politicians and military leaders in Washington will not listen to our orders. We still do our own thing." After a pause, " What we can be sure of is that oil prices will not fall until the war is over. So there is no need to worry about the future of Enron Pacific Oil and Gas.��


    Guo Shouyun took a quick glance at Rebecca and Jonathan Weir, "However, in order to better develop the business of each subsidiary, I am going to spin off the business of Enron Pacific after the acquisition of Unocal. ."


    The two of them trembled, their eyes fixed on the man in front of them. There has always been an invisible rivalry between Jonathan Weir and Rebecca Mark. They all thought that they were the CEO of Enron Pacific, a company that managed a huge company. However, due to Guo Shouyun''s suppression and Enron Pacific''s troubles, this competition has not been made public or intensified. But they are not fools. They can hear the gossip within the group, and they are very clear in their hearts. Of course, Guo Shouyun is also very clear in his heart. He kept Rebecca by his side, except that he really lacked an assistant, so that he could oversee this competition and make it healthy.


    But Guo Shouyun also knew in his heart that his supervision could not completely solve this problem. Rather than waiting for the conflict to intensify, it is better to prepare early. It''s just that he originally planned to wait another two years to shoot. But both Jonathan Weir and Rebecca are capable, with his financial backing. It took about two years for Enron Pacific to reverse its decline, and now it has turned losses into profits and entered a state of healthy development.


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 Chapter 394： An unexpected choice

    Chapter 394: The Expected Choice


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    "After the spin-off, Enron Pacific''s oil and gas exploration, development, refining, transportation, storage and retail businesses will be merged into Unocal Oil. The company''s capital operations business will be in partnership with Phoenix."


    "Enron Pacific changed its name to Pacific Energy Group, which consists of power plant construction, operation and maintenance; power transmission, distribution and retail; natural gas pipeline construction, operation and maintenance; natural gas distribution and retail; power and natural gas energy solutions consulting and cooperation; Five major businesses. Instead of setting up subsidiaries according to the five businesses, a regional system is adopted. The executive presidents of each region intuitively determine the transfer of grass-roots and middle-level personnel in the region, as well as direct projects with less than 50 million US dollars. The right to decide. . . Unocal''s reforms are similar."


    After a pause, his eyes swept across their faces again, "After the spin-off, Pacific Energy''s assets will be reduced from the current US$145 billion to US$94.8 billion, and its liabilities will be US$41.5 billion. Unocal and the former Anping Company''s oil business After the merger, the company''s assets will increase to $66 billion and liabilities will be $22.7 billion."


    "Both companies are the focus of my business development, and they are also my biggest investment goals after earning funds from the capital market. Therefore, I have high requirements for the management level of the heads of the two companies. At present, , the two of you are the best fit. However, you have the same ability, which makes it difficult for me to choose. So I ask you now, before I make a decision, who wants to get the CEO of one of the two companies position?"


    Facing this most important choice to decide their future, Jonathan Weir and Rebecca Mark became silent at the same time.


    "Boss, if Enron Pacific''s oil business is merged into Unocal, what will happen to Corey Frevitt?" Rebecca asked suddenly.


    "Corey is sixty-five years old and he wants to enjoy life in his later years. So last Christmas he sent me a letter of resignation, which I approved. But he promised me, after the Unocal acquisition. Only really left. Oh, yes. Corey has already agreed to work in the ''Guo''s Disaster Relief Fund'', and he is happy to do charity in his later years."


    The last sentence is undoubtedly telling them that Guo Shouyun is a humane boss. Even if he leaves, he will give those who have made a significant contribution to the business a proper place.


    Of course, this sentence may not cause too many waves in Rebecca and Jonathan''s heart. After all, as company executives and with options, they are not short of money. But this kind of small favor can become a deep emotional bond over a long period of time.


    As the so-called ''accumulate more,'' and ''quantitative change leads to qualitative change'', it also works when it comes to human relations.


    After Rebecca nodded calmly, she said solemnly, "Boss, I am willing to go to Unocal."


    Hearing this, Jonathan Weir next to him showed a hint of relief on his face. Obviously, he is not willing to go to Unocal. After all, he has decades of experience in the power and gas industry. Moreover, with the financial support of Guo Shouyun, Pacific Energy has developed rapidly. Although there is still a high debt, more than 70% are benign.


    What is a benign debt? It is a liability that can increase the assets of Pacific Energy Group and increase its revenue. For example, to invest in a power plant, Pacific Energy Group invests 30%, the latter 70% is solved through financing and bank loans, and then the revenue after the power plant is completed is used to repay the loan. Then this kind of power plant construction debt that can generate positive profits is benign.


    Looking at Rebecca, a smile appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face. The final result was as he expected.


    Rebecca Mack emerged from Enron''s "money is everything" victorious corporate culture and the male-dominated high-level decision-making circle. From the fact that she has built Enron International, which is almost an empty shell, into an international energy giant with assets of nearly 10 billion, you can see the risk-taking factor in Rebecca''s bones, or her pioneering character.


    She is a firm, shrewd and capable woman with a persistent pursuit of her own future; an ideal, or a woman with amazing ambition! Seeing her, Guo Shouyun remembered "Dong Geli", the chairman and president of Gree Electric Appliances, who impressed him in his previous life! Be **** yourself, be **** others.


    Compared with Rebecca, Jonathan Weir, who has been with Pacific Power and Gas Company and now Pacific Energy Group since the beginning of her work, is less adventurous and more conservative. It is also understandable that no one is willing to give up the position of the head of a large company and go to another relatively small and unfamiliar company as CEO. Guo Shouyun is the same.


    Of course, when choosing Unocal, Rebecca Mark also had her own considerations. After being with Guo Shouyun for a long time, I will have a more or less understanding of the boss''s ideas and ways of doing things, as well as the development strategies and future investment priorities of his various companies.


    So, she knew very well. Although Pacific Energy Group''s new power plant has built one there is one. But at least within five years, Guo Shouyun''s investment focus is Unocal. For example, most of the profits of the Thunder Fund were invested in the acquisition of Unocal.


    Therefore, don''t look at the current Unocal is inferior to Pacific Energy, but the future is not necessarily.


    And indeed, as Guo Shouyun expected, Rebecca Mark is more pioneering and prefers challenging work.


    "Since you''ve all made your decision, I won''t say anything more. ... Jonathan, go back to rest first. I''ll take you to meet the people from Hong Kong Electric Group tomorrow."


    "Okay. Boss, I''m taking my leave!" Jonathan Weir stood up.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and sent him out the door in person.


    After returning to the study room again, he smiled when he saw Rebecca.


    "Your choice is the same as what I thought, and I didn''t see you wrong."


    "Boss, what would you do if I chose Pacific Energy?"


    "I will abide by the agreement and let you sit in that position in three years."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s serious expression, whether it''s true or not, Rebecca felt a little moved in her heart I have something to tell you about Unocal. "


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, Rebecca nodded and the two sat down on the sofa in the study reception area again.


    "You have been following me for a long time. You must also understand my judgment on the oil market. Therefore, for the future development of Unocal, I hope to reduce its exploration business. Sell all the retail, chemical, and storage businesses to save money. funds to buy all the oil fields.��


    It seemed like some extreme business tactics, but Rebecca did not question it. Because she knew Guo Shouyun''s plan for the oil industry.


    "clear!"


    "Also, negotiations to acquire Unocal have begun. Now that you have chosen it, go back to America. I''ll call Corey Flewett and ask her to assist you."


    "I''m leaving, what do you do?"


    "Let Matthew take it for a while. I''ll try to choose a suitable assistant!"


    Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart, he also had a headache in this matter. Matthew is a rude, and the best he can do is to carry documents for himself. As for sorting documents, outreach, and assisting himself in handling company affairs, don''t count on him.


    "Oh, I''m going to be tired again!"


    Seeing his sigh, Rebecca couldn''t help frowning. However, for the candidate for the assistant, she did not have a more suitable candidate. Therefore, this matter is still left to the big boss to have a headache.


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 Chapter 395： 7 goals

    Three hundred and ninetieth chapters seven goals


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    "Boss, where''s Rebecca?"


    The next day, watching Guo Shouyun come alone, Jonathan couldn''t help but wonder.


    "Negotiations to acquire Unocal have already begun, since she has made a choice. Naturally, she can''t stay with me anymore."


    After nodding clearly, he took out a stack of documents and handed them over.


    "This is the information on the seven power plants we have invested in Huaxia."


    "Zhu~hai, Kuaiji, Donglai, Jinmen New District, Rongcheng, Wuchang, and Jinyang all took over from Anran, right?"


    "Yes!"


    "Which one has the largest installed capacity?"


    "Zhu, Hai and Kuaiji have an installed capacity of 900 megawatts. The smallest is Rongcheng, with 350 megawatts."


    "What about equity and management?"


    "The local government holds 51%, we hold 49%, we are responsible for operation and maintenance, and the other party is responsible for supervision."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, simply flipped through the information, and returned it to him.


    "In the future, these seven projects will be the focus of our layout in the Huaxia power market. We will strive to increase their power generation capacity to more than 3,000 megawatts within five years."


    With a population of nearly 1.4 billion and the world''s factories, China''s demand for energy, especially electricity, is several times that of the United States. In the future, any one of the five major power generation giants in China will have an installed capacity of more than 100,000 megawatts. If you count China Resources, China General Nuclear Power and other four small groups, as well as local power generation companies. Huaxia''s power generation accounts for a quarter of the world''s total power generation. This is a huge market with unlimited potential.


    "Boss, is 3,000 megawatts too much?" After hesitating for a while, Jonathan Weldau.


    As the largest power group in the United States, Pacific Energy has invested in only nine giant power plants with an installed capacity of more than 2,000 megawatts in the United States. Moreover, this is combined with the three major power plants in Reading, San Juan and Chico that are under construction and have not yet been completed.


    "How much? If it weren''t for the limited funds in our hands, I think we should double the scale!"


    Jonathan was stunned and decisively changed the subject. The boss''s habit of opening his mouth seems to have become more serious.


    "Then our cooperation with HK Electric...?"


    "They only intend to invest 1 billion US dollars. Although it is not too much, it is not too little." Guo Shouyun pondered for a while, "I will give you the authority of 2 billion US dollars, within this range, you can talk freely."


    "Boss, is the $2 billion the original investment, or is it the result of the financing?"


    "$2 Billion in Cash!"


    Jonathan''s eyes lit up, "Understood!"


    "However, for the second-phase expansion of the seven power plants, I will only give you $1 billion, and you will have to finance the rest yourself."


    Jonathan nodded. All seven power plants have been built to generate electricity. With a fund of $1 billion, and Pacific Energy''s healthy finances, he can solve the later construction funds of these seven power plants.


    "Boss, it''s here!" Matthew, the co-pilot in the front row, reminded.


    "Let''s go down."


    After glancing at the towering luxury office building outside through the car window, Guo Shouyun opened the car door and walked out.


    Seeing them come down, a middle-aged man in a blue-gray suit hurried up to greet them.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. I''m Zhao Jianming, CEO of HK Electric Group. It''s an honor to meet you."


    "Mr. Zhao, you''re welcome. What about you Dong Li?"


    "Today''s Sunday, the road conditions are not very good. Therefore, Li Dong will have to wait a few minutes to arrive. He asked me to receive you for him first."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and walked in behind him. However, it was less than five minutes before he entered the conference room of HK Electric under the guidance of Zhao Jianming, and Li Zeju, who was in a hurry, pushed the door with his assistant and walked in.


    "Sorry, sorry, Bruce, I''m late."


    "I came fifteen minutes early, so you weren''t late."


    After getting up and shaking hands with Li Zeju, "Let me introduce, this is Jonathan Weir, the CEO of our Anping Group."


    The split of Anping Group has not officially started, so Jonathan''s title has not changed at this moment.


    "Hello, Mr. Li!"


    "Mr. Ware, it''s nice to meet you!"


    After the two briefly shook hands, Guo Shouyun said, "Time is running out. Since everyone has arrived, shall we start?"


    Li Zeju nodded, and the people from Hong Kong Electric Group, headed by him, sat down with the negotiating team of Anping Group brought by Guo Shouyun and Jonathan Weir.


    After the two sides were ready, Guo Shouyun gave Jonathan a look, and the latter said firstly: "I am very honored to cooperate with HK Electric Group, and I hope we can work together to achieve excellent results in the Huaxia energy market. ... First of all, for Huaxia Energy In the market, we hope to make a difference in thermal power, natural gas power generation, and new energy...!"


    Jonathan Weil talked eloquently. During the whole process, Guo Shouyun just listened, but did not speak. As the chairman of the group, he is only responsible for the strategic planning of the group, and Jonathan Weir is responsible for the details. If it weren''t for the first cooperation, both sides were not familiar with each other, he would not be there today.


    Li Zeju''s attitude is similar to his, but compared to Guo Shouyun''s silence, he occasionally adds a few words. Obviously more concerned than Guo Shouyun. This is understandable, after all, the old man of the Li family is the one who is really at the helm.


    For lunch, I naturally stayed at HK Electric. But in the evening, Guo Shouyun and Li Zeju chose the famous Peninsula Hotel.


    To be honest, Guo Shouyun didn''t intend to taste such delicious food when he came here, and the luxurious decoration didn''t appeal to him either. In comparison, the grades here are more suitable for entertaining Li Zeju.


    "Clink a glass and wish us a happy cooperation!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, picked up the glass of 1992 Latour wine and touched it.


    "There is a rough plan for cooperation in electricity. What are you going to do about Universal Studios?"


    "The person in charge of Universal Studios is now in Modu City, you can send someone to contact him. The two of us will join forces to win the approval of the two Universal Studios in Modu City and Beijing City as soon as possible. But I want to declare that Universal Studios I will not let go of the position of the major shareholder of the city." Guo Shouyun said.


    "I know. ... We are just a pure financial investment in Universal Studios. What the Li family really wants is the land around Universal Studios." After a pause, Li Zeju smiled and said, "How about it, do you want to be together?"


    Guo Shouyun is not ignorant of the concept of cultural tourism real estate. But he had no heart for it.


    "Forget it, I''m not very interested in large-scale land development. Moreover, the Anping power project and the construction of Universal Studios have already consumed my funds. Is there any money to invest there? "


    Li Zeju nodded, Guo Shouyun''s answer was within his expectations.


    "By the way, why didn''t you see Ms. Mark this time?"


    "There are things in the United States that need her." Guo Shouyun didn''t explain too much, and Li Zeju wisely didn''t ask more.


    "You two, can I sit down without disturbing you?"


    Guo Shouyun frowned slightly when he saw the bald middle-aged man in a dark blue suit with a philistine smile on his face. He didn''t know him. But when he saw the woman following behind him, he instantly understood the identity of this person.


    At this time, Li Zeju''s eyes turned around, and seeing his inquiring eyes, Guo Shouyun didn''t really want to pay attention to this 30-year-old wandering son. But out of courtesy, he nodded slightly.


    "Sure, please take a seat."


    "thanks!"


    After the bodyguard brought two chairs, Liu Ruanxiong pulled Guan Lin next to him and sat down.


    "Ze Ju, is your uncle okay?"


    "The body is pretty tough!"


    Liu Ruanxiong and Li Ka-shing are both from Chaoshan. After their acquisition of Chinese real estate, which established their status in the Hong Kong rich circle, Lao Li also made no secret of his importance to this fellow. Therefore, Li Zeju and Liu Ruoxiong are not unfamiliar. However, the two are not the same. On the contrary, Li Zekai and Liu Ruoxiong have the best relationship. It''s no wonder that they all have the habit of collecting beauties.


    "I have been busy some time ago, and I didn''t have time to visit Uncle Li. He is all well, so I can rest assured!"


    Li Zeju smiled and nodded politely.


    After greeting him, Liu Ruanxiong''s eyes turned to the young man who was holding a wine glass and drinking wine calmly This was his real target.


    "I have always admired Mr. Guo''s talent in the capital market, so after seeing you here just now, I unknowingly came over. I hope that it did not disturb Mr. Guo''s meal."


    He stretched out his hand and didn''t hit the smiling person. Although he didn''t like him very much, Guo Shouyun was not rude.


    "Mr. Liu is very polite."


    Looking at the other party''s calm expression, Liu Ruoxiong''s eyes flashed, "Mr. Guo is interested in Jiahe?"


    "Mr. Liu seems to know something?" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "I have always been concerned about the stock market, so when I saw that Hanhua started to buy into Jiahe stock, I couldn''t help but have some guesses."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, Hong Kong is just that big. Although his acquisition of Golden Harvest may be considered a secret to ordinary people, it is not a difficult secret to explore for Liu Ruoxiong, who is known as a ''stock market sniper''.


    However, if you are not a conscientious person, I am afraid that you will not be interested in the declining stock of Golden Harvest. Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun became a little curious about the purpose of this Hong Kong Huahua Taisui.


    "Could it be that Mr. Liu is also interested in Jiahe?"


    "Hehe, there are some."


    Talking and laughing, he glanced at Guan Lin beside him. The famous ''Thirteenth Aunt'', after responding to her lover''s gaze with a smile, glanced at the handsome young man next to her. Although she is not in the shopping mall and doesn''t care about finance, she has long heard of this upstart in the business world and financial tycoon who has been famous for many times in the world.


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 Chapter 396： Hua Hua Tai Sui

    Chapter 396 Flower ~ Flower Tai Sui


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    "Wealthy, handsome, and amazingly talented, if I were ten years younger, I could go after me. Now... it''s a pity!"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t guess the woman''s mind, and he didn''t care. What he was more curious about was the purpose of Liu Ruoxiong taking the initiative to mention Jiahe.


    "Mr. Liu smiled for Bo Hongyan, and he really did not hesitate to pay. But for Jiahe, I will not give in!"


    "Of course. Mr. Guo has strong capital, and I can''t compete with you. Therefore, the shares of Jiahe in my hands can be sold to Mr. Guo."


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, "You compromised so easily?"


    Of course Liu Ruoxiong will not compromise so easily, he has conditions.


    "I wonder if Mr. Guo is interested in the real estate industry in Hong Kong?"


    Not only Guo Shouyun, but also Li Zeju''s attention shifted.


    "Mr. Liu, please speak directly?"


    "Mr. Guo is really refreshing. That''s right, I want to raise a sum of money to invest in the mainland. So I plan to sell 50% of the two projects of ''Leyouju'' and ''Meier''s Garden'' owned by China Real Estate. If Mr. Guo is interested If so, I am willing to sell them to you!"


    Seeing the other person staring at him, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Why me? Isn''t it more suitable for you to find a real estate developer in Hong Kong for this kind of thing? For example, Brother Zeju''s Changshi."


    "There are indeed many people in Hong Kong who can cooperate. However, I have always admired Mr. Guo''s amazing achievements in the business and financial circles of the United States in the past three years. I met you, so I didn''t get my wish. When I met you here this time, I took the liberty of looking for you."


    "Thank you Mr. Liu for your attention. However, the cooperation involves a lot of funds, so let me think about it!"


    "Of course! ... But how long can I wait for Mr. Guo''s answer?"


    "Three days!"


    "Okay. I look forward to getting a positive answer from Mr. Guo in three days."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "If that''s the case, then I won''t disturb the two of you. Farewell!"


    "goodbye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After watching the two leave, Li Zeju said with a smile: "This is a good opportunity. Leyouju and Meier Park developed by China Real Estate are both high-quality real estate projects in Causeway Bay."


    "Really? But I didn''t plan to promise him!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "why?"


    "He''s not with us!"


    In addition to this reason, the most critical reason why Guo Shouyun does not plan to invest in Hong Kong''s real estate industry now is that in a few months, SARS, which has caused a sensation around the world and made the whole of China nervous, is about to break out. At that time, under its impact, Hong Kong real estate fell by 90% in an instant. Joining in now is equivalent to jumping into the fire pit yourself.


    Although Guo Shouyun has a lot of money in his hand, it is also what he has worked hard to earn. Not a penny can be washed away. On the contrary, after the crisis broke out, it was what he should do to take advantage of the opportunity to buy dips.


    Of course, these things cannot be told to Li Zeju. Of course, he''s not stupid either. After seeing the obvious rejection in Guo Shouyun''s words, he decisively changed the subject and did not continue to talk about anything related to Liu Ruoxiong.


    A dinner passed quickly while the two chatted and laughed with each other. In the context of both parties consciously strengthening their relationship with each other, Li Zeju and Guo Shouyun became familiar and close to each other.


    The next day, Guo Shouyun came to Hanhua''s headquarters again.


    "Looking at how happy you are, it seems that Mang Zhong''s funds have arrived!"


    "Boss, I think it''s enough to keep the 1 billion US dollars of the Mang Seed Fund, and we will use all the remaining 3 billion US dollars to invest in Standard Chartered. In this way, we can at least get more than 25% of its equity." Zhang Lei said.


    In 2003, Standard Chartered Bank, although it was one of the top 500 banks in the world, its market value in circulation was only about 9 billion US dollars.


    Guo Shouyun patted him on the shoulder with a smile, "Don''t be in such a hurry, you must be patient enough for your long-term goals. I think you know the truth of ''boil a frog in warm water''."


    After taking a breath, Zhang Lei nodded vigorously.


    "I can''t help but get excited at the thought of our chance to gobble this big guy. Wish it came sooner."


    "It will come. I can''t get anything I like!"


    Looking at the confidence revealed in his expression, Zhang Lei''s confidence also increased inexplicably.


    "By the way, how much did you receive for Jiahe''s equity?"


    "It has already withdrawn 13.7% from the market. However, because of our acquisition, Jiahe''s share price has risen a lot."


    "It was expected."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. At the same time, he calculated in his heart, adding Hanhua''s 13.7%, Phoenix''s 15.2%, and the 24.78% he bought from Zou Wenhuai, he held more than half of Jiahe shares. However, for Guo Shouyun, who intends to acquire all of them, more than half is only half of the success.


    "By the way, the financing negotiations between Anping Group''s power plant project and Universal Studios project should not take too long. Let Hanhua Bank participate in it!"


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, boss. I have an invitation letter from the Hong Kong government here. They don''t know your address, so they handed it over to me."


    After taking a look in surprise, he shook his head slightly and handed it to Zhang Lei, who was curious next to him.


    "Are you going to go?"


    "Go ahead. It''s just a charity dinner. We will continue to develop here in the future, and we always have to get to know the brains here!"


    "Then let me pass it on for you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Just then, his cell phone rang suddenly. He picked it up and saw that the caller ID was Rebecca Mark, who had already left.


    "The Unocal project shouldn''t end so soon, right?"


    "Of course, Boss. I just wanted to remind you that the three senior managers with real estate experience you asked me to find last time have written their assessments of the real estate development in mainland China in the next ten years according to your request. Reports. Now, I''ve forwarded them to your inbox, so don''t forget to read!"


    Guo Shouyun patted his forehead and sighed, "I almost forgot!"


    "Boss, personal advice, you''d better hurry up and find a qualified assistant."


    "I don''t need you to remind me of this, but in a short time, where can I find an assistant as good as you?"


    "Thank you for your appreciation."


    "Haha....By the way, where is the Unocal project?"


    "At present, we are in contact with the other party, and we are still at the stage of bargaining. In addition, the cooperation with Goldman Sachs has also been launched. As a financial partner, they are very hardworking."


    Guo Shouyun took out Google''s shares as bait, and it''s no wonder that Goldman Sachs didn''t work hard.


    "That''s good, remember to notify me in time if there is good news."


    "OK!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun left Hanhua headquarters with three emails in his mailbox.


    "interesting!"


    After reading the last email, Guo Shouyun turned around and scanned it again with great interest. After thinking for a while, he took out his mobile phone and dialed it.


    "Ms. Tang Wenfang?"


    "I am, who are you?"


    A slightly thick female voice came over.


    "My name is Guo Shouyun, I think Rebecca should have mentioned me to you?"


    "Hello Mr. Guo, I didn''t expect you to speak Mandarin so well!" The woman''s tone suddenly became a lot more serious.


    "I''m also Chinese, so there''s nothing strange about Mandarin. By the way, I read the report you wrote, and it''s very good. If you have time tomorrow, I hope we can meet."


    "I have time." Tang Wenfang said quickly. She''s not a fool, she''s shrewd, knowing that this is the most important opportunity of her career.


    "That''s good! Does Hanhua headquarters know?"


    "Yes. No. 2308, Bank of China Tower."


    "Tomorrow at half past nine, I''ll be waiting for you in its conference room!"


    "Okay, I''ll be there on time."


    "See you tomorrow!"


    "See you tomorrow!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun took one last look at the computer, took out his notebook and recorded a few questions, then ended his day''s work and called his home on the other side of the Pacific Ocean.


    After a night''s rest, Guo Shouyun dressed neatly the next day and came to Hanhua headquarters again.


    "boss!"


    Seeing him come in, Zhang Lei''s assistant, who had been waiting in advance, quickly greeted him.


    "Has anyone arrived?"


    "I''ve been waiting for half an hour!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded. In order to make a good impression on the interviewing boss, more than 99% of them will show up early. Replace him too.


    "What meeting room is scheduled?"


    "Number three, I''ll take you there!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and walked into Hanhua''s office area behind him. After the assistant pushed open the glass door of the conference room, a middle-aged woman wearing a dark blue lady''s suit with short ear-length hair and a thin face with a serious expression in her expression quickly stood up.


    "Are you Ms. Tang Wenfang?"


    After taking a quick look at the other party, Guo Shouyun smiled and stretched out his right hand towards her.


    "I am. Very nice to meet you, Mr. Guo!"


    After experiencing a little nervousness at first sight, Tang Wenfang quickly regained her calm. This made Guo Shouyun, who had been observing her, nodded secretly.


    Psychological quality is also an important criterion for evaluating a person''s abilityPlease take a seat! "


    "thanks!"


    After the two sat down, the assistant who was temporarily photographed here by Zhang Lei to do errands quickly arranged for someone to bring two cups of tea over. Obviously, he had already learned about the preferences of some big bosses from his own boss.


    Guo Shouyun got up and smelled it, and knew that the tea was Zhang Lei''s private goods. The tea that Hanhua usually uses to entertain guests does not cost thousands of yuan per catty of golden silk Dianhong.


    "This tea tastes good, let''s try it. You know, in normal times, Lao Zhang is rarely willing to take it out."


    Tang Wenfang smiled cautiously, took a symbolic sip from the teacup, and put it down.


    Seeing how she was sitting upright, Guo Shouyun also knew that the other party couldn''t let go. Of course, most people do, and that''s not surprising.


    After putting down the teacup, he consciously entered the topic.


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 Chapter 397： Universal Properties

    Chapter 397 Universal Real Estate


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    "I have read your report, and it is very good. However, I have a few questions here, and I hope you can answer them."


    "Please speak!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "First, how do you judge that China''s real estate market will continue to grow in the next ten years? You must know that your competitors generally believe that the current real estate in mainland China is too hot, and land kings are frequent. The housing prices in first- and second-tier cities It has more than doubled the monthly salary of ordinary white-collar workers, or even more. Therefore, at most three to five years, a ''Japan-style real estate bubble'' will be staged and eventually lead to the downturn of the entire industry!"


    "The changes in real estate prices are closely related to the national economy. The main criteria for judging whether a country''s economy is good or bad include: gross national assets, fixed asset investment, residents'' disposable income, consumer price index, total foreign trade, and the stock market. ."


    ��In the past ten years, China��s GDP has quadrupled, from 493.1 billion in 1992 to 14,705 in 2002, with an average growth rate of more than 12%. The total investment in fixed assets has increased from 521.7 billion CNY in 1992 to now. 3,691.7 billion Chinese dollars, an increase of 7 times! The disposable income of residents has increased from 830 Chinese dollars in 1992 to 12,037 Chinese dollars now, an increase of 15 times. Consumer price index, total foreign trade, total stock market, industrial asset investment , urban and rural income and expenditure, etc., have increased by more than ten times.��


    "In contrast, the price of Huaxia real estate has entered a six-year downturn since the Hai-Nan real estate bubble. It didn''t resume growth until 1998. In four years, compared to the annual influx of tens of millions into the city It''s still a huge seller''s market for new residents. It''s too early to say it''s crashing. In fact, in my opinion, as long as China''s economy continues to develop, this market will not collapse. And now China''s economy It is in full swing, not only there is no sign of collapse, but because of the recovery of the world economy, it is developing faster."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looked at the confident woman, and smiled: "You know that the theory of Huaxia collapse is very popular in the West now, especially after Huaxia enters the market. Even many domestic economists believe that entering the market will hit China''s local manufacturing. industry, causing the economy to collapse.��


    "No. I don''t think so. Joining the WTO reduces the import tariffs of some industrial products in China, but what you get is participation in the formulation of WTO trade rules and a fairer international trade environment. This is beneficial to the country''s exports. As for Huaxia''s industries, most of them are low-end industries that have been abandoned by developed countries. With its advantageous industrial population, Huaxia has achieved faster development at lower prices and in a fairer trade environment. One point, the past experience of South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore has proved it correct."


    "When enough capital and technology are accumulated, as well as a higher level of skilled workers, the industry will naturally climb upstream. This will change the quality of China''s economy and improve safety. ... From low-end industries to mid-to-high-end industries, this It is a transformation process that will take at least 20 years. China''s economy will enter a golden age!" Tang Wenfang said solemnly.


    "I didn''t expect you to be so confident in Huaxia''s future?" Guo Shouyun laughed after pondering for a while.


    "Man-made mirrors can correct clothes, and history can be used as a mirror to know the rise and fall. Judging from the history of China in the past five thousand years, as long as the domestic political situation remains stable, no matter how the external changes, our economy will continue to move forward. And now, it is China. The most stable period in more than 50 years since its establishment. Therefore, I have full confidence in the future of the country.��


    "So the economy is stable and the future of real estate is worth looking forward to?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Second, why do you suggest that in addition to the apartments and commercial real estate in the central city, you should also purchase industrial warehouses?"


    "When the real estate industry is developing rapidly, apartments and commercial properties in the central city are the fastest in value. If they enter a downturn, they also have the strongest ability to preserve their value. As for industrial warehouses, economic development will increase the demand for storage space in all walks of life. Demand. In addition, with the development of the city, the original suburbs will become urban areas. Therefore, the suburbs of first- and second-tier cities today have great investment value. However, if you simply hoard land, there is a risk of being reclaimed by the city government. Operating factories, It is too cumbersome. Therefore, industrial warehouses have become the best choice. They cover a large area, are simple to operate, and can gradually recover the cost of renting. The most important thing is: once the surrounding land prices rise, we will get several times more income."


    "Looks like you''re thinking a long way!"


    "Because the boss needs a long-term development strategy!" Tang Wenfang said neither humble nor arrogant.


    "Not bad!" Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement, "Third, why do you think the current real estate investment should not only consider first- and second-tier cities, but also include major third- and fourth-tier cities?"


    "Because the stage of rapid growth of a market is limited. When the first- and second-tier real estate markets grow up, funds will naturally sink to third- and fourth-tier cities. Real estate prices and potential in cities will not be as high as those in first- and second-tier cities. However, the corresponding land transfer prices in third- and fourth-tier cities are also relatively lower. From the perspective of income, the difference between the two is not much.��


    "In addition, consortia at home and abroad are now staring at the first- and second-tier cities with greater potential. Various interest groups are intertwined, and the entanglement between the government and the private sector is bottomless. In comparison, the competition in third- and fourth-tier cities is slightly smaller. Some. Moreover, they often lack foreign investment, so they are more welcome to companies like us, and they will provide certain help in policy.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a while, "It seems that you have a lot of research on real estate in mainland China."


    "Thank you for your compliment. But many of my friends think I''m too optimistic about the future of mainland real estate."


    "Things that follow others'' words often lack in-depth thinking. Instead, those real truths are the experience summary of a few elites. That''s why I asked you to meet. ... Congratulations, Ms. Tang Wenfang, from today onwards, you are CEO of Universal Properties."


    Looking at the hand stretched out in front of her, Tang Wenfang''s eyes jumped violently, desperately suppressing her inner excitement, and after taking a deep breath, she stretched out her right hand with a trembling and shook it.


    "Thank...Thank you. I will definitely live up to your expectations!"


    "I trust my own vision and your judgment." After a pause, "Please sit down. Regarding the investment strategy of Global Real Estate, I would like to explain to you."


    "Yes, please say it!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "First of all, I agree with your judgment. However, although I am interested in Huaxia Real Estate, I am not very interested in real estate development. The main purpose of my establishment of Global Real Estate is to buy mature apartments and commercial properties. The real estate is rented out, and the rental income plus the mortgage loan is used to buy more apartments and commercial real estate. From this point of view, the business of Universal Real Estate has two: first, real estate agency. Second, the maintenance of real estate. In the short term, we It only develops in first- and second-tier cities. In addition, my expectation for Universal Real Estate is that it can become the largest ''charter leader'' in China and even the world."


    "For the investment in Global Real Estate, I will basically maintain the minimum monthly level of 20 million US dollars, of course, it may be higher. If you are her CEO, your monthly salary is 100,000 Chinese dollars after tax. After three years, Depending on your contribution to the company, you will be rewarded with a 1-2% option. .


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s face became more thoughtful. If you just buy a house for rent, it feels like a waste of Tang Wenfang''s talent in this industry.


    "I appreciate your expectations and assessment of the real estate industry. So, if your operating performance within a year can satisfy me, I can hand over my ''real estate development'' investment business in Huaxia to you. ... You can''t Looking down on this part of the business, its scale is not inferior to my investment in Global Properties.��


    "Thank you for your trust, I am very honored to be in this position!"


    Tang Wenfang briefly thought about it, then nodded quickly.


    "I believe you will not regret today''s decision."


    After recruiting the staff next to him, Hanhua''s lawyer drafted an employment contract. After Tang Wenfang signed, she officially became the CEO of Universal Properties.


    The CEO of Global Real Estate was confirmed, and Guo Shouyun''s concerns were also resolved. Just as he was about to attend the charity dinner held by the Hong Kong government at night, Liu Ruanxiong, who had been forgotten, called.


    "Mr. Guo, three days have passed, you seem to have forgotten my agreement?"


    "Mr. Liu misunderstood. In fact, I was about to call you. I never thought you would be a step ahead."


    "That said, Mr. Guo and I are still very tacit. But for cooperation, what is your final decision...?"


    "I''m sorry, I don''t have much interest in the Hong Kong real estate market. So I can only live up to Mr. Liu''s kindness!" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "Mr. Guo, do you think about it? The downturn in housing prices caused by the Asian financial crisis in 1997 has passed, and the future of Hong Kong''s real estate market is bright!"


    "I hope to cooperate with Mr. Liu in other areas in the future. I have no interest in Hong Kong real estate."


    "Well, since Mr. Guo insists on rejecting it, I won''t say much more. I hope to have the opportunity to cooperate with Mr. Guo in the future."


    "Okay, bye!"


    Before Guo Shouyun''s words were finished, the other side had already hung up the phone. He frowned slightly, feeling that he was being neglected, and after shaking his head, he didn''t take it to heart. Liu Ruoxiong is just a passerby to himself.


    "Boss, your clothes!"


    After taking the coat that Matthew handed over and putting it on, he left the house with him.


    2 Tim Mei Avenue, the seat of the Hong Kong government.


    The charity dinner was obviously not the only invitee to Guo Shouyun. When he arrived, a lot of people had gathered here. However, more than 99% of them are unfamiliar, and the only two who are familiar are Li Zeju and Zheng Haiquan. Needless to say the former, the latter was when he gave a speech at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and the two sides had a brief exchange, so it was not too familiar. So, naturally, he walked towards Li Zeju.


    However, as the eldest son of the Li family, the future heir to Changshi and the Huang family consortium, Li Zeju will never lack friends.


    When he came over, there were already five people around Li Zeju. Two men and one woman, in terms of temperament, are either rich or expensive.


    "Hi, Bruce!"


    When Guo Shouyun saw Li Zeju, the latter also saw him at the same time, so he waved his hand five or six meters away.


    "I''m relieved to see you here."


    After a brief hug, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Oh why?"


    "At least there is one who can talk, otherwise it will be embarrassing!" After the words were finished, Guo Shouyun turned his eyes to the three people who were looking at him, "Won''t you introduce me?"


    "It''s getting ready! ... This is Ms. He Chaoqiong from Amigalo Group, this is Mr. Zheng Jiachun, director of New World Development Corporation, and this is Mr. Wang Wenxiang from JM Manufacturing Company in the United States."


    "Mr. Guo, we meet again!"


    The thin Wang Wenxiang took the initiative to stretch out his right hand towards Guo Shouyun.


    After shaking hands briefly, "Mr. Wang knows me?"


    "I don''t know, but I''m very good friends with Mr. Cheng Zhengchang from Panda Express. He mentioned Mr. Guo several times, and he praised him every time. I''ve heard a lot, and I''m naturally impressed. And, even without these, Based on Mr. Guo''s achievements in the United States, I am also very impressed!"


    "It turns out that. Thanks to Mr. Cheng''s attention, unfortunately I have a lot of things to do, and I haven''t visited for almost half a year."


    After a simple greeting, Guo Shouyun turned his gaze to the other two. Needless to say, Zheng Jiachun is the successor of Zheng Yutong, the older generation of entrepreneurs in Hong Kong, and the future helmsman of Zheng''s enterprises such as Chow Tai Fook Jewellery and New World Development.


    He Chaoqiong, the daughter of Macau-Macau gambling king Ho Hongcan, has the title of "Contemporary Mulan" in Hong Kong and Macau. Although he was kicked out of the He family in his early years, he turned against the trend with his extraordinary talent and professionalism. He not only became the successor of the old father''s Xinde Group, but also became Hong Kong and Macau with the shares of MGM 8 years later. The richest woman, with a net worth of more than $3 billion.


    As the so-called ''like things gather, people are divided into groups'', low-key forbearance, silently under the cover of his father''s halo, and his sharp-edged younger brother, Li Zeju''s friends who have worked hard for more than 20 years are also the kind of friends who walk in the spotlight. In addition, calm temperament, low-key and talented elite.


    "Ze Ju Since you know Mr. Guo, you should have told me earlier. I have admired Mr. Guo''s business talents for a long time and wanted to visit for a long time!" Zheng Jiachun said.


    Li Zeju smiled and didn''t say much. With his character, how could such a thing be said everywhere?


    "Mr. Zheng is polite, don''t we know each other now?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Hehe, Mr. Guo is right. We have a chance today, so we should have a good chat."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, his eyes turned to the capable woman next to him.


    "Miss He, even though I am in the United States, I have heard the name of ''Contemporary Mulan'' for a long time."


    "Mr. Guo is really good at complimenting people, how can my fame compare to Mr. Guo''s reputation!" He Chaoqiong smiled and held Guo Shouyun''s outstretched right hand.


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    After greeting each other, everyone chatted with wine glasses.


    "Bruce, everyone will take out things to shoot at today''s charity dinner, what have you prepared?" Li Zeju asked.


    "I borrowed the poem "Jiang Jin Jiu" by Li Taibai and wrote a hand scroll in running script. I hope someone will like it later."


    "Oh, Mr. Guo also likes calligraphy?" Zheng Jiachun said with great interest.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I have been practicing, but unfortunately my level is limited."


    "If you have the opportunity, you must have a good communication with Mr. Guo."


    "Mr. Zheng also likes it?"


    "I have been practicing for more than ten years under the influence of my old man! But my regular script may be better."


    Finding a point of interest that can communicate with each other has always been the only way to get closer to each other.


    "It''s boring to be with you guys. Jewelry, diamonds, bags, and cosmetics that we women are interested in, you have no interest at all, and you can''t talk about it." He Chaoqiong complained suddenly.


    "It''s not our fault. Who told you not to mention some topics that interest us." Wang Wenxiang smiled.


    "I really want to mention it, but I''m afraid Mr. Guo won''t!"


    Looking at everyone''s eyes, Guo Shouyun shrugged, "I wish I didn''t say anything about rejection."


    "Since that''s the case, I''ll just say it. ... In fact, I have always admired Mr. Guo''s investment skills. Now I also have an idle fund in my hand, so I want Mr. Guo to give me some advice!"


    "Coincidentally, this is exactly the question I want to ask." Wang Wenxiang smiled.


    "Yeah! I read the "Wall Street Journal" a few days ago, Mr. Guo''s Thunder Fund and Mang Seed Fund have made an amazing benefit of nearly 20 billion US dollars from the capital market. It is really amazing." Zheng Jiachun said with admiration. .


    Under their attention, Guo Shouyun smiled faintly.


    "I understand what everyone wants. But to get excess returns, luck, opportunity and strength are indispensable. For example, as Mr. Zheng mentioned, if it weren''t for the war between the United States and Iraq, which caused panic in the capital market, I won''t make this profit if the prices of value-preserving products such as gold and oil go up. But this kind of opportunity is rare. As for ordinary investments, ... you are the best of the best, and I believe you are all too. Have your own considerations!"


    "So, we have no chance?" Zheng Jiachun said.


    "Yes! If you want to gain income from the capital market, it is enough to put your spare money into the Mang Seed Fund. We will return you a satisfactory result. ... For example, Lei Ting and Mang Zhong mentioned by Mr. Zheng before the capital market in January. high returns.��


    Several people exchanged glances. One of the important reasons why they care about Guo Shouyun''s investment strategy is that the proportion of Lei Ting and Mang Zhong is too high. 40% is almost the highest among hedge funds and almost double that of ordinary private placements. It is also this high share that restricts the size of Leiting and Mangzhong''s funds.


    However, Guo Shouyun is not the Virgin Mary, so he will not use his previous knowledge to work for others for nothing. And he didn''t ask for 50%, or even more, because he was kind. After all, there were two gold markets in 2001, two gold and oil markets in 2003, and three capital speculations. Didn''t that time earn unimaginably rich returns for Leiting and Mangzhong''s customers?


    Besides, today is just the first time we met, why should I tell you the business secrets I know that can earn huge returns?


    Noticing that the atmosphere was a little depressed, Li Zeju spoke up.


    "Several, the dinner is about to start, let''s walk forward, shall we?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "By the way, I forgot to ask you before. What is the lot you took out tonight?"


    "A "Landscape Map" drawn by myself!"


    "Oh, I can''t see that you like painting and calligraphy too!"


    "Of course, don''t think that you are the only one who can dance and write. My skills in calligraphy and painting are not low."


    "Really, then if you have a chance, you should have a good experience."


    Looking at the backs of the two walking farther and farther, He Chaoqiong, who was deliberately full of footsteps, said coldly, "His airs are so big, the three of us don''t even care about it!"


    "It''s not a big one, but a strict mouth. However, it is understandable that if it were me, this kind of news involving the company''s interests would not be easily disclosed to outsiders."


    "Zheng Jiachun, you seem to be talking to outsiders?"


    The latter shrugged and said nothing.


    "Wenxiang, aren''t you in the United States? You should be familiar with this Guo Shouyun, what''s the best way?" He Chaoqiong turned her head and asked.


    He glanced at her lightly, "Bruce Guo, I am really familiar with him. Today, he has nearly 100 billion US dollars in assets, including US President Bush, White House brain Karl Rove, and Goldman Sachs chairman Blank Sachs. Fein, who has been among the guests of countless two-time American political and economic leaders, is someone who can fight against the financial giants Citigroup and the Netherlands ING Group. The Enron and the old British family, the Bahrain family, who were once enemies, have fallen under their feet. Outsiders, he is probably best known for his titles as business tycoon, financial genius, etc. But in the United States, he has another title - ''the ruthless and greedy Santa Rosa dragon''."


    "The ruthless and greedy Santa Rosa dragon?! Americans still have the same bad taste in giving people nicknames." After a long silence, Zheng Jiachun suddenly said.


    "Everyone who knows him calls him the ''Evil Dragon''. Santa Rosa is his hometown, north of San Francisco." Wang Wenxiang said.


    "I see, but I believe in greed. I really didn''t see the cruel words." Zheng Jiachun looked at the back not far away and touched his chin.


    "That''s because you don''t know him. You can''t look like a person, and you can''t measure the sea. Don''t look at his harmless appearance now, but more than a year ago, Ole, who used to be well-known in the American and European financial circles F. Balin died at his hands."


    Zheng Jiachun''s pupils shrank, "So...he killed someone?"


    After looking at him, Wang Wenxiang nodded.


    "It is said that Oliver Bahrain participated in the battle between Citi and Guo Shouyun in the gold market. People can tell exactly what happened at the time. ... But anyway, it''s best not to provoke such people easily."


    When the words fell, he glanced at He Chaoqiong who was silent beside him. He knows that although this woman is extremely talented in business, she also has the pride of being a second-generation son of a big family, but this pride is relatively restrained and not annoying. However, successful women are also women, and they also have more emotional characteristics of women.


    He Chaoqiong was not stupid, and naturally heard the warning in Wang Wenxiang''s words.


    "Look at me? Don''t worry, I can''t afford to provoke such a big man." After a pause, He Chaoqiong folded his arms, looked at the figure not far away, and said meaningfully, "I remember that this Mr. Guo doesn''t seem to be married yet. ...?"


    "What? Have you seen someone else?" Zheng Jiachun said with a smile.


    "Can''t you?"


    "Yes, yes. But unless you''re twenty years younger...!"


    The most taboo thing for women is their age, "You mean I''m old?"


    Feeling the strong sense of threat in her words, Zheng Jiachun shuddered in his heart and smiled awkwardly, "Why, you are more beautiful and connotative than those little girls in the 18th or 19th year. ... By the way, the charity auction is coming soon. It''s started, let''s move forward as well."


    "Is this guy''s desire to survive very strong!" Wang Wenxiang''s voice just fell, he felt two cold eyes look over, his heart trembled, and he quickly shouted to Zheng Jiachun in front, "Wait for me."


    Looking at the two who ''fleeing away'', He Chaoqiong pouted in disdain. However, when her eyes shifted to Guo Shouyun''s back, her eyes flashed quickly.


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    Guo Shouyun didn''t participate in the charity auction once or twice, and he has long lost interest. Moreover, the items in this auction are all things that the entrepreneurs, businessmen, and politicians who participated in the charity dinner took out. There are precious ones, but they can''t get into his eyes.


    Therefore, Guo Shouyun only took a symbolic picture of Mr. Jin Yong''s running script handscroll and did not shoot again.


    "How about having a late-night snack after the auction?"


    He asked a question and didn''t hear a response. In surprise, Li Zeju couldn''t help but turn his head and look around. Soon, he saw Guo Shouyun who was looking at the front left.


    Looking along his line of sight, a woman with a shawl and long hair and a pretty face appeared in Li Zeju''s eyes.


    "You know her?"


    "She was my classmate when I was studying at Stanford University!" Guo Shouyun''s tone showed a hint of complexity.


    "So it is!" Li Zeju was stunned.


    "Do you know her?"


    "Well!... I attended her wedding to Chen Jiankun a year ago! By the way, you don''t know Chen Jiankun, he is the grandson of Chen Tinghua, chairman of the board of directors of Nan Fung Group, and one of the heirs of Nan Fung Group."


    "Nan Fung Group?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded slowly. Although Chen''s Nan Fung Group is not as well-known as Cheung Kong, New World, Wharf and other established real estate developers in Hong Kong, it is also a top company in the real estate industry in Hong Kong. The entire group spans several major fields such as real estate development, investment, construction and shipping, with assets exceeding 10 billion Hong Kong dollars.


    "It''s rare to meet an old classmate, do you want to go up and say hello?"


    "Forget it, let''s talk about it later!"


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    He and Yang Lishan are not simply classmates. Strictly speaking, she was the first woman Guo Shouyun had in his two lifetimes. Although three years have passed, the week of lingering at the moment of his rebirth is still deeply engraved in his mind, unforgettable.


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    However, because the time they knew each other was too short, the feelings between the two have long since been washed away by time. Therefore, seeing her now, Guo Shouyun''s heart is more of emotion, and has no extra thoughts.


    "I think the banquet is almost over, can we go now?"


    "Are you going?"


    "Hmm! ... I''ll be calling home at this time in the evening!"


    "That''s it! ... Let''s go together."


    "Together? You won''t be here anymore?"


    "Same as you. I''d rather be with my family than the hypocritical politeness here."


    "Haha, since the heroes see the same thing, let''s leave together!"


    The two of them made an appointment, slowly withdrew from the crowd and walked towards the door. However, they don''t want to disturb others, but others are always paying attention because of their identities. So when they set off, others noticed.


    "You two, are you leaving? The dinner isn''t over yet!"


    Turning around and seeing He Chaoqiong coming from behind, after the two exchanged glances, Li Zeju said, "When I came out, I promised my wife to go back early, so it''s not good to delay too late."


    "What about Mr. Guo?"


    "I always have the habit of going to bed early and getting up early, and I have work tomorrow, so I plan to go back to rest early." Guo Shouyun said.


    "So that''s the case. It just so happens that I have to go too, why don''t we go together?" He Chaoqiong nodded and said.


    "It''s only a few minutes from here to the parking lot...!"


    "You can chat for a few minutes. Why, you don''t dislike me, do you?" She interrupted Guo Shouyun.


    "of course not!"


    Guo Shouyun shrugged.


    "Let''s go then! ... Mr. Guo, we can be considered to know each other today. Can we be regarded as friends in the future?"


    For this shrewd woman, Guo Shouyun was inexplicably cautious. But out of politeness, he nodded affirmatively.


    "In this case, I officially invite you to my dinner party the day after tomorrow." He Chaoqiong blinked narrowly, "There will be many beauties by then!"


    Guo Shouyun laughed dumbly. After three years, has he seen fewer beauties?


    Just wanted to refuse this boring banquet, but He Chaoqiong didn''t give him a chance.


    "Ah! I forgot my cell phone in the banquet hall." She turned around and walked towards the road, "By the way, Mr. Guo. 99 Repulse Bay Road at 7:30 the night after tomorrow, don''t forget!"


    "She did it on purpose!"


    Seeing He Chaoqiong''s rapidly disappearing back, Guo Shouyun was dumbfounded.


    "Chaoqiong is like this. However, after you have been in Hong Kong for so long, it is time to relax. You know, she is very prestigious in the circle of famous ladies in Hong Kong and Macau."


    Looking at his ambiguous eyes, Guo Shouyun didn''t explain much. After parting in the parking lot, the two went home.


    The next morning, Guo Shouyun was dealing with the division of the Enron Pacific Group in the study when Zhang Lei suddenly called.


    "Boss, look at the TVB financial channel, there are variables in Jiahe''s acquisition."


    "TVB? Jiahe?"


    After being stunned for a moment, Guo Shouyun immediately picked up the remote control next to him and turned on the TV in the study.


    As a benchmark in Hong Kong''s TV industry, TVB is not difficult to find. The financial industry is a pillar industry in Hong Kong, so the financial channel is also very popular, so after just changing two channels, he got the picture he wanted.


    "...Hong Kong and Taiwan reported that Liu Ruanxiong, chairman of the China Real Estate Group, who had been accompanying Guan Lin to travel in Europe before, was photographed eating at the Peninsula Hotel a few days ago. The confidante''s acting career will buy the troubled famous Hong Kong film company Golden Harvest, and said that his Chinese real estate already owns 28.75% of the shares of Golden Harvest and is currently in the process of acquiring it. Affected by this, the previously stable share price of Golden Harvest The opening price rose 6.8 Hong Kong dollars, and it has now reached 9.04 Hong Kong dollars per share, and it is still rising, and it is expected to break through the high of 11 Hong Kong dollars per share before the market closes today.��


    "Boss, it''s obvious that this ''stock market sniper'' noticed our takeover." Zhang Lei said seriously.


    Guo Shouyun nodded calmly.


    "I didn''t cooperate with you. Are you planning to make money from Jiahe? You are really bold enough."


    Thinking of this, there was more thought in his eyes. Jiahe needs a 100% acquisition, so Liu Ruoxiong''s shares must be bought.


    "You call and ask Liu Ruoxiong to see how much he wants?"


    "Boss, with that guy''s character, I''m afraid he will open his mouth."


    "I know. Just look at the present. As for the losses that have been suffered, there will always be a chance to recover them in the future." Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "Understood!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun stood in front of the window and looked at Hong Kong, which was full of tall buildings in the distance. After a long silence, he picked up the phone again.


    "Boss, I really don''t want to get a call from you while on vacation."


    Yu Fei''s complaining voice rang out.


    "I don''t want to disturb your vacation either, but there are some things you need to do."


    "Oh? What''s the matter?"


    "Short Chinese real estate!" Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    "Chinese Property Group? Liu Ruoxiong?"


    "What, you know him?"


    "Of course. How can you not know Hong Kong''s big fart. And this is the senior Huaguo that I have envied for a long time. Li Jiaxin, Guan Lin, Cai Shaofen! Tsk tsk, these are the top beauties in Hong Kong. ...However, how did he provoke you, the boss?"


    "It''s rare that you are such a hungry ghost, and you know what you care about me." After a pause, "I wanted to buy Jiahe, but this guy wanted to take it up when he saw it was cheap. I don''t care if I spend more money, but I''m being taken by others. It''s not so comfortable to put together Since he wants to play, I will play with him."


    "So that''s the case. It''s bad luck for this guy when he gets the boss. ... But the assets of Chinese Real Estate exceed 20 billion Hong Kong dollars. Although the real estate industry in Hong Kong is not as prosperous as before the 1997 crisis, it is still in the process of recovery. If you want to short it, you are afraid of it. not easy."


    "Just do as I say, and I''ll take care of the rest!"


    In two months, SARS will break out. Under the threat of this virus, Hong Kong, which is dominated by the service industry and tourism industry, will experience a recession and the property market will hit rock bottom. Under this general trend, let alone Chinese real estate, even larger real estate giants such as Cheung Kong, Wharf, and New World are also unavoidable in the dilemma of falling stock prices.


    "OK, no problem!"


    "Remember, do it secretly, don''t be too hasty. If you are noticed by the other party, I only ask you!"


    "Please don''t worry, boss, I have never done anything wrong!"


    "It''s alright! ... By the way, let''s play, but be restrained. Don''t die on a woman''s belly early!"


    "Bah ah...! Boss, I''m a real man who can''t fall for King Kong...!"


    Before he could finish speaking, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    "Since you want to play, let''s play with you reluctantly!"


    Although he thinks so, Liu Ruanxiong''s strength is not enough in his eyes. Therefore, this matter was just left to Zhang Lei and Yu Fei to solve. He is still working out the division of his company step by step. Pacific Energy and Unocal Oil are his two most important pawns in the energy field, and there can be no negligence.


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    Zhang Lei moved quickly. Just after the afternoon, his phone rang.


    "Boss, I''ve already asked. Liu Ruoxiong offered 580 million Hong Kong dollars for the Jiahe shares in his hands!"


    "Sure enough!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "Do you want to wait any longer? When this hype has passed, Liu Ruoxiong will not have the confidence to offer such a price!"


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun refused.


    "No need. There are a lot of dreams at night, and I won''t stay in Hong Kong for a long time. You tell him, 580 million Hong Kong dollars, I want all the Jiahe shares in his hands. In addition, the funds are from Hanhua Trust, so as not to endanger Hanhua The credibility of the holding.��


    "Boss, actually we...!"


    Guo Shouyun quickly interrupted: "I understand what you want to say. It''s not that I don''t trust you, but that I have other arrangements for Jiahe, which is more appropriate under the Hanhua Trust!


    "Yes, I understand!"


    "By the way, how many convertible bonds have been sold by Anping Group?"


    The shares of Anping Group are all in Guo Shouyun''s hands. They didn''t take them out before because Anping''s financial situation deteriorated and the price could not be sold. Now the group is facing large-scale business expansion, especially the acquisition of Unocal and the expansion of Huaxia Power Plant, which require huge financial support. Therefore, he intends to issue a batch of convertible bonds to raise funds. Although the convertible bonds can be converted into ordinary shares of Anping, as long as the ratio is well controlled, it is fine not to threaten their controlling stake in the group.


    Of course, going public is also a good way. But going public is too much trouble. The roadshow will take two to three months, or even half a year, and it is too late. And he has some concerns about greedy Wall Street, so convertibles are a good idea.


    "$530 million has been sold, and in a month or two, the $1 billion in convertibles will all be sold."


    "It seems that the sales ability of Hanhua Securities is still very good!"


    "The main reason is that Anping, under the leadership of the boss, has not only turned losses into profits, but also frequently invested in new projects, and the development trend is good. The electricity market is also an industry with stable returns, so Anping''s bonds are more favored by pension funds, education funds, etc. Favored by investment institutions that are more risk-sensitive.��


    "Anping''s development is really good. But Chen Dong, CEO of Hanhua Securities, and you, the behind-the-scenes boss, are equally capable. ... How many shares of Standard Chartered have you won now?"


    "4.7%!"


    "It''s going to be 5% soon!"


    When it reaches 5%, it will be officially filed with the CSRC, and it will appear in the list of shareholders of Standard Chartered. It means that Hanhua''s investment will surface.


    "Make an appointment with Xian Bode, CEO of Standard Chartered, I want to see him!" Guo Shouyun said quickly after pondering for a while.


    "Okay, what time?"


    "ASAP!"


    "Understood, I''ll do it right away!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. In fact, this kind of thing should be done by his assistant. Unfortunately, Rebecca was not here, so he could only trouble Zhang Lei.


    "Oh, yes. Find me an assistant if you have time."


    "Where''s Ms. Mark?"


    "The Anping Group is about to be split, and she will be the CEO of the new oil company."


    Zhang Lei understood, "Then do you have any requirements?"


    "Women, don''t be too young. It is best to have the experience of studying abroad, and have a certain understanding of Eastern and Western cultures. Economics and finance are preferred. Wendy and Rebecca, you have seen them, just look in their direction. "


    Zhang Lei instantly understood that the boss needed a strong woman who seemed to be gentle and intellectual.


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say. If you have nothing to do, go get busy!"


    "Boss, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun didn''t take Jiahe''s business to heart. There are so many things on his hands that are more important than that.


    "Larry, did you read the email I sent you three days ago?"


    "Look. But Bruce, didn''t you say we no longer accept venture capital before going public? Also, isn''t the $23 billion valuation too high?"


    "I originally planned not to accept venture capital before going public, but unfortunately Google is developing too fast, we need another force to let us go further. Especially in foreign markets that we are not familiar with, the introduction of those powerful capital is conducive to reducing the We''re having trouble with politics, law. Also, Google Research came up earlier than I originally planned, and we need more funding to support our research and development in artificial intelligence and virtual reality."


    "Artificial intelligence, virtual reality. Bruce, do you really think it''s wise for us to invest now?"


    "Why do you ask?"


    "I always feel that they are a bit too advanced. Maybe, it may be a better choice to wait two years." Larry Page hesitated.


    "Larry, R&D requires long-term investment and accumulation. Artificial intelligence and virtual reality are the future. If we wait until everything is ready, we may lose the opportunity to lead. You have to understand that although Google is in The search field occupies a dominant position, but we have no idea how long the technology will give us the leading edge. Therefore, the best way to ensure the long-term prosperity of Google is to continuously explore new fields and invest for ten years. New concepts that take twenty years, or even longer, to prevail. . . Sometimes goals and a sense of direction are more precious than money.��


    After a long silence, Larry Page said, "Bruce, your strategic planning has been guiding Google on the right path. So, I still believe in you this time."


    "Thanks, Larry. Time will tell!"


    "Okay. Let''s talk about VCs again. Which investors are you going to attract?"


    "Blackstone, Carlyle Fund, Goldman Sachs, HSBC, Deutsche Bank, where Google''s main market is, we need to invest! But only consider the United States and major European countries, and get them, in this Western-dominated world, just Few countries will reject us. As for the capital in South America, the Middle East, Southeast Asia and other places, after we go public, let��s share the profits to them!��


    "Understood! How many shares do we take out this time with the introduction of venture capital?"


    "15-20%, after all, there will be listings in the future, too much is not conducive to our control of the enterprise."


    "I agree with that ratio. . . . When are you going back to America? We''ve been sitting and talking for a long time!"


    "It may take a while. I still have some things to deal with on Huaxia''s side."


    "I''m going to prepare a bottle of 82-year-old Latour, and we''ll drink it together when you come back."


    "OK!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. Glancing at the documents in the mailbox, he found the phone book, and after hesitating between Ron Mayer and Kevin Feige for a while, he dialed the former. Although the intention is to replace the former with the younger and more talented latter. But now that Kevin Feige has no experience in running a large film and television company, it is a more appropriate choice for him to learn two more years behind Ron Mayer and then be promoted to the top.


    "boss!"


    "Lang, I read the filming plan for "Fight for the Furious: Polar Expedition" that you submitted, no problem, I agree. In addition, reject 20th Century Fox, the production cost of 120 million US dollars, we don''t need to find someone yet share."


    "Fighting in the Furious Sea: Polar Expedition", Guo Shouyun has seen this epic naval battle blockbuster in his last life. Although it is not as famous as "Troy", the box office will not be too bad. There is no need for other companies to share the risk. Moreover, the current matrix already has enough resources to produce and distribute a super blockbuster with an investment of over 100 million yuan. In this case, unless it is a special interest, such as the Marvel copyright he wants, there is no need to give up the film and television copyright he is optimistic about.


    "clear!"


    "Did the filming of "The Hulk" go well?"


    "It went well. Lin, it was better than we expected. His control of the entire set and the progress of the shooting make it hard to believe that he is shooting a blockbuster for the first time."


    The Lin in Ron Mayer''s mouth was Justin Lin. That''s right, Guo Shouyun didn''t let Ang Lee direct "The Hulk". Later, countless facts proved that he was best at literary films. Shooting popcorn-type commercial blockbusters is too difficult for him.


    Just like the "Hulk" he once did. Under his lens, Hulk is no longer a glamorous guardian of the people. He is almost on the opposite side of justice because of the imbalance of his own power and the benefits that this imbalanced force may bring. .


    Because he is temporarily unable to control his own power, he is a huge threat to ordinary people. Banner needs to control his inner desire for violence, otherwise he will tear everything in front of him when he is angry - where is this superhero! So "Hulk" became a "superhero" movie that was unacceptable at the time: it was long (over two hours long), serious, and didn''t have as much action as one would expect. Uncomfortable, without the excitement of "superheroes saved us and I am full of positive energy".


    What is even more frightening is that Ang Lee has changed a lot of comic content, and only took a "father-son line", as if to tell a modern Oedipus-style story, when it comes to the fight between the two men, this kind of "betrayal" makes Many American comic fans are outraged.


    "The Hulk" invested $140 million, but only made less than $250 million at the global box office. Even with the surrounding area, Universal did not recover the cost. Guo Shouyun never wanted to experience such a dilemma again.


    Therefore, he resolutely abandoned Ang Lee''s plan to make the Hulk become thoughtful and deep, focusing on the tragic experience of an unfortunate man being torn apart by forces beyond his control, then abandoning his lover and running away helplessly. He chose the image of ''weiguangzheng'' that American superheroes expect. Just like "Spider-Man", "Thor", "Iron Man", etc., the prodigal son turns back, gets confused, then becomes justice, and saves the world. This is the routine that a superhero should have.


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    Chapter 401 The Masquerade


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    But whoever chooses this routine, the box office is generally good. Anyone who abandons this routine, except Nolan''s Batman trilogy, whether it is "Hulk Hulk", "The Incredible Hulk", or "Captain 1", or "Van Helsing", either the box office is not good. Good, or lose miserably.


    For this reason, he chose Justin Lin. The latter two Fast and Furious films in three years have been very successful, earning the Matrix nearly $150 million in profits. Therefore, Guo Shouyun is willing to give him a higher platform. Moreover, in his previous life, his continuous success in directing the popcorn movie "The Fast and the Furious" can also make Guo Shouyun trust him.


    "By the way, boss. The Eva Green you recommended did well."


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows. In most superhero movies, the heroines are basically vases. Eva Green did the same in The Hulk. This kind of role that does not require too high acting skills, beautiful is enough. Eva Green is certainly not bad.


    However, no matter how he heard it, Guo Shouyun felt that Lang Mayer''s words were like saying: "Master, I took good care of your concubine."


    If the explanation is unclear, Guo Shouyun just changed the subject after a simple "um".


    "When will the film be released?"


    "This June!"


    "Spider-Man 2 in spring, Hulk in summer, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in fall, and Battle of the Seas: Polar Expedition in new year. We have our movies on several major schedules, not bad. It will be arranged like this in the future.��


    "Yes!"


    "Boss, "National Treasure 2", which is scheduled to be released in the spring of next year, is about to start filming. Do you have any recommendations for the heroine?"


    "Lang, I think you are more suitable to be Dennis Hough of ''Moonlight Rabbit Villa'' than the CEO of Universal Pictures." Guo Shouyun said quietly after a moment of silence.


    "Boss, Kevin is very capable. Universal Pictures has developed very well under his management. Therefore, in addition to using past experience to occasionally help him, I should be more able to solve problems for the boss."


    "This guy is really a shrewd old fritters!" Guo Shouyun thought.


    Hollywood is a Vanity Fair. Although it cannot be said to be filthy, but there are many handsome men and beautiful women, it will naturally breed the desires in the hearts of people thousands of times. When the high-level people with great power meet the handsome men and women who are dedicated to fame and fortune, the transaction happens. Ron Mayer has been in Hollywood all his life and knows all about it.


    So, after the Eva Green thing happened, the old guy obviously thought he had guessed the big boss''s mind, so he became active in terms of men and women.


    To be honest, although Guo Shouyun never thought of having three palaces and six courtyards in the future, he also did not want to suppress his needs. He didn''t reject it for a moment to relax. It was just that being said so nakedly made him a little uncomfortable.


    However, he still likes Ron Mayer, an old guy who can understand his own mind and is also capable. In contrast, the young and upright Kevin Feige is a little worse in this regard.


    "Now I finally understand why Qianlong likes Heshen, and at the same time cannot do without Liu Luoguo and Ji Xiaolan!"


    "Regarding the cast of ''National Treasure'', Nicolas Cage and Diane Kruger in the first film are good, no need to change!"


    "Yes!"


    "Is there anything else? I''ll hang up!"


    "No, happy new year boss!"


    "New Year? That''s right, isn''t it the Chinese Lunar New Year soon?"


    "If you don''t tell me, I forgot!"


    Guo Shouyun hung up the phone and looked out the window, his eyes full of memories revealing indescribable loneliness.


    The most profound memory about the Spring Festival is when his grandparents were still there before he was 20 years old in his previous life. As for the parents, for Guo Shouyun, they are only the monthly alimony and the two titles of parents. As for the parental affection he should have, since their divorce, he has never felt it again.


    In this life, he arranged for someone to visit his hometown in the previous life very early, but unfortunately there is no such person as Guo Shouyun, not even the relatives he once thought existed. He didn''t know if it was the law of the universe or some other reason. But it made him lonely even more lonely.


    Fortunately, now he has his own children and family.


    "Do you want to go back?"


    After thinking about it, he shook his head.


    "Forget it, the West doesn''t have the habit of celebrating the Spring Festival, so I don''t want to go back and disturb them. Otherwise, the two little guys will pester me and won''t let me go. Watching them cry makes me uncomfortable."


    As for letting them come to Hong Kong, he also thought about it. But thinking of the SARS that was about to break out, I completely dispelled this idea.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Just when Guo Shouyun was immersed in his memories, the mobile phone in his pocket suddenly rang.


    Seeing that it was an unfamiliar number, he originally planned to hang up directly, but after thinking about it, he still pressed the answer button.


    "Hello? Who is it?"


    "Mr. Guo, you won''t forget me so soon, will you?"


    "Miss He?"


    He Chaoqiong''s silver bell-like laughter came over the phone, "Thank you, Mr. Guo, for remembering me."


    "It''s only been a few days, and I''m not that forgetful yet!"


    "That''s good. However, Mr. Guo, don''t forget what you promised me."


    Thinking of the invitation he received at the charity dinner the day before yesterday, Guo Shouyun thought about it, "Sorry, I might...!"


    "Mr. Guo, you can''t go back on what you promised. Besides, I specially prepared surprises for you!" He Chaoqiong interrupted.


    "Surprise? Not many things can surprise me right now!"


    "Really? What about Miss Yang Lishan? I just found out that Mr. Guo and Miss Yang are classmates at Stanford University. Don''t Mr. Guo plan to meet old classmates?"


    "How did you know we are classmates?" Guo Shouyun frowned slightly.


    "Of course it came from Miss Yang''s mouth. We are good friends! By the way, she also hopes to meet your old classmate again and have a chat. Mr. Guo won''t refuse your classmate''s invitation, right?"


    After Yang Lishan left back then, he became silent, which was always the question he wanted to figure out in his heart. So, after thinking about it, he affirmed: "I will be there on time at night."


    "That''s good. I''ll be waiting for Mr. Guo right here. Oh, that''s right. Don''t forget that the venue for the banquet is 99 Repulse Bay Road!"


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    "99 Repulse Bay Road, it should be here!"


    Looking at the brightly lit villa outside the car window, Guo Shouyun said.


    "Boss, the door is open!"


    Looking at the courtyard gate slowly retreating to both sides, Guo Shouyun nodded, "Go in!"


    "Yes!"


    The car followed the slowly rising road, and after driving around the curve for a distance of about ten meters, it stopped in front of the villa on a small square paved with flat granite. At this time, there are already all kinds of expensive sports cars parked here. Guo Shouyun is usually a high-level Mercedes-Benz bulletproof, but at this moment, it is simply slag.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun also has a sports car, but he only enjoys it occasionally.


    "Mr. Guo, welcome!"


    When Guo Shouyun opened the car door and walked down, he had already received the news, and He Chaoqiong, who was standing on the front steps in advance, took the initiative to greet him.


    After shaking hands briefly, "Miss He, I''m here as scheduled. What about the surprise you said?"


    "The surprise is in there!"


    He Chaoqiong pointed to the inside of the villa where the explosive music was faintly heard.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, turned around and prepared to go inside.


    "Mr. Guo, please wait a moment."


    When he stopped subconsciously and had doubts in his eyes, He Chaoqiong took a Zorro mask from the report behind him and handed it over.


    "Today is a masquerade party, so I want Mr. Guo to wear this!"


    After taking a look with interest, Guo Shouyun nodded and put on the black mask that covered the upper half of his face.


    "Is this okay?"


    "Of course!" He Chaoqiong nodded, then suddenly stepped forward in Guo Shouyun''s unexpected eyes, and whispered close to his ear 80% of the people attending the banquet today were beautiful women, many of whom were women Celebrities and wealthy ladies, they all don''t mind having a ''one night stand'', so Mr. Guo wants to give me a chance. "


    Seeing He Chaoqiong''s meaningful expression, Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows. However, he didn''t say much. He simply nodded, indicating that he understood, then turned around and walked in.


    Looking at his back, He Chaoqiong smiled lightly, took another pink diamond-encrusted mask and put it on, and followed him.


    In the large living room of more than 200 square meters, the feasting and feasting may be the reason why they hide their appearance and put down their disguise. The men and women here expose their natures more thoroughly and wildly. Under the catalysis of high-pitched music and rapidly secreted hormones, Guo Shouyun can see any other intimate movements except that there is no ''papapa''.


    "How''s it going, it''s pretty nice here, isn''t it?"


    He Chaoqiong, who came up from behind, said loudly.


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, but did not join the crazy party below. Although he has a quiet and unmoved personality, he sometimes indulges occasionally, but more often he drinks, drinks, sings and sings with his close friends. Similar to this kind of naked ~naked desire to vent ~ hope, instinctively makes him a little annoying.


    After noticing his calmness, He Chaoqiong said again: "See that woman wearing a blue cat face mask?"


    Guo Shouyun looked in the direction of his fingers, and a slim and tall woman with a blue cat face mask, long black shawl hair, and a red dress with strapless straps appeared in his eyes.


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    Chapter 402 at three in the morning


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    "I see, what''s wrong?"


    "She is Li Jiaxin, the most famous beauty in Hong Kong''s entertainment industry. She likes the young and rich most. With Mr. Guo''s net worth and your handsome appearance, you will be 100% able to hold a beautiful woman tonight."


    "Really? Then I''ll give it a try!"


    When the words were over, Guo Shouyun lifted his legs and walked off the dance floor, but despite that, the direction he went was not Li Jiaxin, but a woman in a lavender dress and a witch mask.


    "Let''s go for a walk together?"


    "Who are you?" A woman in jeans, short hair, and a brass mask said in a bad tone.


    It''s no wonder that anyone who comes up and wants to grab their female companion will not be happy.


    When the woman in the lavender dress looked over, Guo Shouyun said lightly, "Remember Ivia Eve Restaurant in Palo Alto?"


    The woman''s body trembled, and the look in his eyes quickly became complicated.


    "It''s too messy here, let''s go out and talk?"


    "you��!"


    After stopping the female companion, she nodded.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at her, turned and walked outside. After the latter explained a few words to the female companion, he followed.


    "Tsk tsk, as soon as you come, you will meet the old lover in secret."


    After seeing this scene, He Chaoqiong muttered to himself, and wanted to see the excitement. But after thinking about it, forget it. Her purpose is to have a relationship with Guo Shouyun, not to see ''Romeo and Juliet''.


    "This man, there is nothing that does not steal fishy!"


    With that, she turned around and walked off the dance floor.


    He Chaoqiong''s villa is very large, and the garden behind the villa is also very wide. Compared with the noise in the living room in front, it is extremely quiet in the quiet night. A distance of more than 20 meters is like two different worlds.


    After walking a few steps on the lawn, Guo Shouyun took off the mask.


    At the same time, the woman who followed also took off her mask. A familiar face appeared in front of him.


    "How did you recognize me?" Yang Lishan asked.


    Guo Shouyun pointed to his right back shoulder, "You have a butterfly tattooed here, I remember it very clearly."


    Yang Lishan suddenly realized that her evening dress was also off-the-shoulder, which just happened to reveal the tattoo on her right shoulder.


    "I didn''t expect you to come to this masquerade too?"


    "I didn''t want to come, but when I heard you were here, I came." After a pause, "It''s been three years, how are you doing?"


    "An ordinary physician. Not as good as you. He is already a world-renowned business tycoon and financial genius who is worth tens of billions of dollars."


    Looking at the man in front of her with white temples, obviously more vicissitudes than three years ago, and also more mature, her heart was mixed and extremely complicated. In any case, she would never have imagined that, in only three years, the "ex-boyfriend" who, in her eyes, although extremely talented, had an ordinary background and a somewhat fractious personality, could achieve such amazing success.


    If she could have foreseen this in advance, maybe she should be stronger and stay with Guo Shouyun instead of breaking up and returning to Taiwan under pressure.


    "Things are unpredictable."


    "Yeah, things are unpredictable!" Yang Lishan also sighed.


    Glancing at her, "Why didn''t you contact me after you returned to Taiwan? I remember saying that I can find you as long as you wait for me for half a year."


    "My family knew that I had a boyfriend in the United States, and they were very opposed to it, so they grounded me. After half a year, I regained my freedom. Your mobile phone has been blocked and your email has been cancelled. I once wanted to go to the United States to find you, but my family People held up my passport."


    Guo Shouyun''s mobile phone was broken during a fight with local gangsters in the UK with Chen Zhen. After returning to the United States, he changed his phone number again. As for the mailbox, after having LinkedIn mailbox, he basically gave up the mailbox of Microsoft. As the chairman of the company, he always has to lead by example.


    After nodding clearly, "You will get married later under the arrangement of your family?"


    "Yes! ... Sometimes I hate my cowardice, but this shortcoming has not changed from beginning to end." After a pause, "What about you? You must be married, right?"


    "It almost ended, but it didn''t work out because of some things. But now I have my own children, a boy and a girl, twins!"


    Looking at the fatherly smile on his face, Yang Lishan''s heart was complicated, "That''s really congratulations to you!"


    "Thank you, how about you? Do you have children of your own?"


    "not yet!"


    Looking at her expression, Guo Shouyun didn''t ask any more questions.


    "By the way, I saw your speech at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, it was great!"


    "Really! After many people saw it, they said I was a dreamer!"


    "I believe you are right!"


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun nodded. Then, he took out a business card from his pocket and handed it over.


    "If you encounter difficulties in the future, make this call."


    Yang Lishan took it and looked at him with a complicated expression, "Thank you!"


    "There''s no need to be so polite between us. By the way, I have a lot of work to do tomorrow, so I''ll be leaving soon."


    "Go? You''re not going in to play? We...!"


    Looking at Yang Lishan, who hesitated to speak, Guo Shouyun shook his head with a flat expression.


    "I''m here mainly to meet your old classmate. I''ve met and talked about it now. I''m relieved to see that you''re all right. As for the masquerade, I''m not interested."


    Guo Shouyun still had a few unspoken words. He knew that with his own charm, it was easy to relive his old dream with Yang Lishan. But it''s better not to try to destroy other people''s families. Now he is no longer the young and frivolous him.


    As for the business card, it wasn''t his business card, but he brought a business card of Zhang Lei with him when he came. If Yang Lishan really encounters difficulties in the future, Zhang Lei''s ability is enough to solve it.


    In short, I came to see Yang Lishan today to say goodbye to my regrets in the past, not to start over.


    After a simple goodbye, Guo Shouyun summoned Matthew who was waiting, turned and walked outside the villa.


    Looking at his back as he walked farther and farther, Yang Lishan clenched the business card in her hand tightly, and two lines of clear tears flowed from the corners of her eyes uncontrollably. A once good marriage was ruined because of his cowardice and indecision.


    "Boss, Guo Shouyun has left!"


    "Leave? What about Yang Lishan?" After He Chaoqiong was stunned, she quickly turned around and asked.


    The assistant said respectfully, "I''m back, I''m sitting on the sofa over there, my mood is very low."


    "So, they didn''t relive their old dreams?!"


    "It doesn''t look like it!"


    After slowly nodding, He Chaoqiong hesitated: "Is there really Liu Xiahui in this world? Don''t eat the meat you put on your lips?"


    "Maybe it''s because the other party''s vision is too high, or he has a habit of cleanliness or something. None of us here has the discerning eye." The assistant replied after thinking for a while.


    "Perhaps that''s true!" He Chaoqiong nodded, looking at the bustling masquerade party in front of her. Without the big boss she wanted to make friends with, she instantly lost interest.


    "You watch it here, it will be disbanded at the time, and I will go to the rest party!"


    "Yes!"


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    At this time, Guo Shouyun had already joined the bustling traffic in downtown Hong Kong. Looking at the glittering urban night scene outside the car window, recalling the bits and pieces of getting along with Yang Lishan in his mind, he was inexplicably annoyed.


    "Turn the corner ahead and head to Victoria Harbour."


    "Yes!"


    The bodyguard complied with the instructions and quickly drove the car to Salisbury Road, and arrived at the destination Guo Shouyun wanted after ten minutes.


    Victoria Harbour is a seaport between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Peninsula. It is one of the three best ports in the world.


    Anyone who travels to Hong Kong will choose this place as their must-see at night. So, you can imagine the flow of people here.


    Plus, it''s Chinese New Year in two days. More people are traveling than ever, and employees who are on vacation have a chance to come and relax. Therefore, Guo Shouyun, who got out of the car, saw a picture that was almost shoulder-to-shoulder.


    However, this lively scene and the moist sea breeze also dispelled the boredom in his heart.


    Concerned about Guo Shouyun''s safety, Matthew and the others followed closely. But this did not prevent Guo Shouyun from relaxing. The crowded places in the city are never short of street performers. Soon, he met a young man who was holding a guitar and playing and singing Li Keqin''s "Serenade in the Midnight".


    Guo Shouyun is no stranger to this classic old song. It''s just that he can''t remember the lyrics. But this unfamiliar young man does sing well, but he doesn''t understand Cantonese.


    Waiting for a song to sing, Guo Shouyun applauded with the crowd. Then he took out a hundred Hong Kong dollars from his pocket, came out more and more, and put it in the other party''s piano box.


    The rare big bill made the young man gratefully say "thank you".


    Guo Shouyun smiled, turned around and wanted to leave, but stopped as soon as he took a step.


    "Can I borrow your guitar to sing a song?"


    The young man was stunned for a moment, but nodded quickly.


    "Of course, for you!"


    "thanks!"


    After taking it over, I plucked the strings, and after a simple tuning, I remembered the melody of a folk song that I remembered deeply in my previous life and at the same time I liked it very much, and gently sang it.


    "I also know you''re actually having a hard time, but you never say it."


    "Put your fragile heart in a corner that others can''t see."


    "Wait until late at night to be you, the real you."


    "The scars all over your body, I think you hurt too."


    "The night I woke up at three in the morning, I remembered the lost you."


    "We used to talk about being together forever, but now we don''t keep in touch anymore."


    "Even if time blurs a lot of things, I still love you deeply."


    "If we could have been less stubborn at the time, would there have been a better ending?"��


    A memorable song "Three in the Morning" contains all the stories of his first love with Yang Lishan. And the lyrics poured into emotion, although Guo Shouyun is not top-notch, but also has a good voice, it is particularly contagious.


    After the song was sung, countless people thought of the partner they had missed, and at the same time made countless people cry.


    "Thank you for the guitar! Great tone!"


    The young man quickly wiped the tears from the corners of his eyes, "You sang so well just now. What''s its name?"


    ""Three o''clock in the morning"!"


    "Three in the morning? I''ve never heard this song, is it your original?"


    "No, I heard it from a singer. However, I don''t remember his name."


    After waving his hand, Guo Shouyun turned and walked out of the crowd. Until this, the people who reacted from their memories gave their warm applause.


    After leaving the crowd, he felt much better and left after walking around Victoria Harbour for about half an hour.


    But his song "Three in the Morning" was recorded on a video recorder and posted on YouTube. That��s right, it��s YouTube. With the support of Ruby��s powerful resources, this short video sharing website that has qualified in advance has already become popular all over the world. Over 80 million registrations!


    With the number of netizens in 2003, this number is not too small.


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    Chapter 403 The famous Guo Shouyun


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    "Boss, you are now completely famous!"


    Early in the morning, Zhang Lei broke into Guo Shouyun''s house.


    "Famous? Famous for what?"


    ""Three in the morning", the short video is now topped on YouTube. It was uploaded in less than 13 hours, with more than 400,000 views and more than 15,000 comments!"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, "Is it such an exaggeration as you said?"


    "You just turn on the computer and take a look!"


    He opened YouTube''s homepage suspiciously, and sure enough, on the most conspicuous cover, there was a big headline: ''"Three o''clock in the morning" sounded in Victoria Harbour; the person I once loved but missed, are you all right now? ��.


    When I clicked on the video, it was the scene where I was playing and singing with my guitar in Victoria Harbour last night.


    "Wow, the data has gone up again. 530,000 hits, 19,000 comments!" Zhang Lei was surprised.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t expect a song he sang unintentionally to be so popular. Of course, it is not surprising to think about the popularity of "Three AM" circulating on the Internet in the past life. Music knows no borders, something that moves people''s hearts is always welcome, no matter when or where.


    "Look at the comments!... ''How many people who used to sacrifice themselves for her, now wish her a happy wedding''"


    "Forward!"


    "When I heard it for the first time, I remembered my ex and burst into tears!"


    "If I was mature enough and not so self-willed, would there be a different outcome."


    "If we could be less stubborn at the time, wouldn''t it have a better ending!"


    "Mary, I still love you dearly!"


    "Wow wow... wow wow! This singer is Guo Shouyun!!"


    "In the front row, make it clear, who is Guo Shouyun? Is he famous?"


    "Upstairs, I heard clearly. Guo Shouyun, English name: Bruce Guo, Chinese American. At the age of 11, he won the first place in the junior high school group of the California Science Competition; at the age of 13, he won the ''Intel International Science and Engineering Competition Mathematics Subject'' Gold Medal; 15-year-old won the first prize in the International Mathematical Olympiad; 17-year-old from the top private high school in the United States ''Huck Middle School'' to enter the famous ''Stanford University'' without examination. At the age of 19, he got a master''s degree in ''Computer Science'' from Stanford University, BA in Economics and History.��


    "In the same year, he founded Joyo.com, which is today''s LinkedIn. At the age of 20, he published four volumes of Pirates of the Caribbean, Fifty Shades of Grey, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and National Treasure, and sold more than 10 million copies in 39 days. It sold over 100 million copies in 373 days, setting a new record for personal book sales in the world."


    "In the same year, he used the money he earned from writing to invest in Google, and founded Matrix Entertainment, the predecessor of today''s Hollywood media giant Matrix Holdings, and the Wall Street financial giant Phoenix. If you don''t know much about Matrix and Phoenix upstairs, you can horizontally Compare Time Warner, Twenty-First Century Fox, Goldman Sachs, Lehman Brothers, etc.��


    "At the age of 21, he has twice made at least $20 billion from the capital market through the Argentine debt crisis and the U.S. stock market crash caused by 9/11. Of course, some people say 30 billion, or even more. But because there is no certainty The data of the Thunder Fund is not disclosed to the public, so the specific number is not known to the public. However, he acquired Pacific Power and Gas Company, Southern California Power Company, Southern Company and the famous Enron Company, forming the largest company in the United States now. The world''s No. 1 power giant ''Enron Pacific''! In the same year, it acquired Apple and invested in Amazon, Yahoo, eBay and other Internet companies."


    "At the age of 22, he integrated LinkedIn, PayPal, established Ruby Company, and founded Facebook and YouTube under Ruby Company. Now, LinkedIn is the world''s largest professional social networking site, second only to Yahoo''s online news platform, the largest PayPal is the world''s largest third-party trading platform; YouTube is the world''s largest short video sharing platform; Facebook is the world''s largest social networking site. The entire Ruby Company provides 378 million users worldwide, providing social media, news, 18 different services such as finance, online payment, blog, short video sharing, job search, etc.��


    "In the same year, his Guo''s Business Group acquired one of the three major fast-food chains in the United States, ''Burger King''. Today, its ''Baccarat'' community store is the fastest-growing retail enterprise in the United States, with 1,310 Branch; Guo''s Farm Company, which owns 413,000 acres of land; Guo''s Slaughtering Company is the fifth largest livestock slaughtering company in the United States. Guo''s Logistics has been named ''America''s 20 Most Promising Companies'' by Business Week for two consecutive years. ."


    "At the age of 23, he acquired Vivendi Games, Universal Pictures, Warner Records, and C Television, and formed a film and television company in Hollywood today, second only to Time Warner and Twentieth Century Fox, and the third largest media giant in the world. In addition, according to reports from financial media such as "Wall Street Journal", "Business Week", "Fortune Magazine", this time Bruce Guo, taking advantage of the conflict between the United States and Iran, the heightened international risk aversion, and the opportunity of rising oil and gold prices, once again It has made tens of billions of dollars in profits from the capital market. This money will undoubtedly further expand Bruce Guo''s corporate territory."


    "This is Bruce Guo, a twenty-three-year-old genius with a net worth of tens of billions of dollars!"


    "''International Observer''? This guy is quite familiar to me." Guo Shouyun glanced at his ID and smiled.


    "Boss, it seems that we Hanhua still need to develop further. They didn''t even mention our name."


    "Isn''t this made up!"


    Guo Shouyun swiped the mouse and released the following comments.


    "...Upstairs, most of what you said is right. But you forgot about the Hanhua Group. Although it is not as famous as the Phoenix Company, it is also the fastest-growing comprehensive financial company in Hong Kong, and even in the entire East and Southeast Asia. Its subsidiaries Nearly $40 billion in assets owned and managed.��


    "And the NBA Clippers, Yao Ming''s team. He''s the boss!"


    After scrolling down a few more, and seeing no more special comments, he closed the page.


    "Didn''t you just tell me this when you came here in the morning?"


    "Of course not!" Zhang Lei took out a stack of documents from his briefcase, "This is the Jiahe equity transfer document signed with Liu Ruoxiong, please take a look."


    After taking it over and simply flipping through it, "Not bad! With this part of the shares, we hold more than 90% of Jiahe''s shares, and we can forcefully acquire the remaining shares and delist them."


    "However, Jiahe''s current situation is not very good." Zhang Lei nodded and said.


    "I know this. However, since I can make the matrix bigger, I can make Jiahe achieve greater success." After a pause, Guo Shouyun got up and took out four documents from the desk drawer and handed them to Zhang Lei.


    ""Sister Peach", "Slaying the Wolf", "Late Night Cafeteria", "Memories of Murder"? Is this a movie script you wrote?"


    "Hmm! ... Jiahe''s shooting plan this year."


    Zhang Lei simply flipped through the pages. Seeing that the paper and handwriting were very new, he was surprised: "This is not what you wrote while you were in Hong Kong, right?"


    "In my spare time, I used the fragmented time to write it. I originally planned to write them, but the time was too short, so I only wrote a main story line of 20,000 to 30,000 words. I took it to Jiahe to make a movie first, and I will slow down the rest of the plot by myself. Slowly adding. When the movie is released, I guess I have finished writing it.��


    Zhang Lei nodded, "This creative ability is really admirable!"


    "I''ll talk about it later if I admire it, have you found the assistant I want?"


    "There is no suitable candidate for the time being!"


    After listening to Guo Shouyun, he didn''t say much. He knew that the time he gave Zhang Lei was very short, and it was not surprising that he couldn''t find it.


    "...But, although not very suitable, if the boss needs it urgently. I have two more candidates here."


    "Oh?"


    Zhang Lei took out two documents from his briefcase.


    "Wang Jue, from Handan-Dan, Hebei Province, 25 years old. Master of Economics from Huaqing University, Ph.D. in Political Economy from Oxford University, just entered McKinsey as an intern this year. Wu Xiaojing, from Yangcheng, 24 years old. After graduating from high school, he was directly accepted by Columbia University in mathematics. Department of admission. During the school, I got a bachelor''s degree in mathematics, a master''s degree in financial engineering and a bachelor''s degree in psychology, and are currently intern in the investment management department of Morgan Stanley According to the boss''s requirements for assistants, their abilities are Enough, but lack of experience."


    Looking at the two documents, in terms of knowledge, the two are about the same. Wang Jue, with long hair and a shawl, has a melon-seeded face, and his temperament is somewhat similar to that of Liu Yifei, beautiful but indifferent. Wu Xiaojing looks relatively gentle and generous, with a temperament similar to Han Xue and Yu Feihong.


    "Have you met these two people?"


    "Through the phone."


    "how do you feel?"


    "Wang Jue, probably because of the poor family conditions since childhood, and the fact that his parents are too serious about sons and daughters. He is indifferent, insecure, has an extreme desire for success, and is very professional, very similar to Ms. Mark. And Wu Xiaojing, My father is a bank leader and my mother is a high school teacher, so I have a good family upbringing, a gentle personality, intellectual elegance, similar to Miss Wendy."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "Which of them do you think is more suitable?"


    "It''s up to you, boss, after all, you''re picking an assistant." After a pause, he glanced at him, "However, if you want me, you''ll have to have both. After all, your job will follow suit. With the development of the company more and more. In addition to the usual welcome and delivery, it is too reluctant if it is only an assistant. Moreover, they lack experience, and the two together may be more suitable."


    Guo Shouyun turned over two documents, and after thinking about it, nodded.


    "The two of them. Just tell them to come to work as soon as possible. I have too many things to do here."


    "OK!"


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    Chapter 404 Standard Chartered Bank


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    "Xian Bode, CEO of Standard Chartered Bank, agreed to meet. He said that the time and place are up to you!"


    "Then at 10 o''clock tomorrow morning, I will personally entertain him here."


    Zhang Lei nodded, "I''ll inform him later."


    "Are you okay?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "It''s gone for now!"


    "That''s good, play badminton with me. We haven''t fought for a long time."


    "Okay! But I won''t show mercy."


    "Stop bragging. Let''s talk when you beat me."


    When the two were changing clothes, Zhang Lei asked again, "It''s the Chinese New Year soon, are you going back to the United States?"


    "If the West doesn''t have the habit of celebrating the Spring Festival, I won''t go back."


    "Then why don''t you go to our house during the Spring Festival?"


    "Forget it. You all have to go home to accompany your parents, so I won''t bother you. By the way, does the company have employees who don''t come home during the New Year?"


    "Of course there is. Employees from outside East Asia, such as Ken and Foster, don''t have the habit of celebrating the Spring Festival, and of course they don''t have to go home."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "You can go back and let me know in a while. I will organize everyone to celebrate the Spring Festival together at the company headquarters tomorrow night. Go if you want, and don''t force it if you don''t want to go."


    "OK!"


    "Alright, let''s go!"


    The two walked to the back lawn to play badminton for a while, leaving Zhang Lei here for lunch at noon before sending him away.


    The original plan was to visit Jiahe in the afternoon, but considering that the New Year''s Chef was coming soon, the company had a holiday, so they gave up.


    At ten o''clock in the morning, a black BMW car slowly drove in after the gate of Guo Shouyun''s villa opened.


    Looking at the young man standing on the steps in front of the door, wearing a loose dark blue knitted jacket and a white T-shirt, with a tall and straight figure, a smile on his face, and a sedate temperament showing a touch of vicissitudes. Xian Bode tidied up his suit, put on a warm smile, opened the car door and walked out.


    "Mr. Sanders, welcome!"


    Pete Sanders is the English name of Bode Sin.


    "I am very honored to be invited by Mr. Guo and come here as a guest!"


    The two shook hands warmly and politely.


    "Mr. Sanders is welcome, please come in!"


    "Mr. Guo, please!"


    When they came to the reception room, after Rebecca left, the person who brought the tea and poured water was replaced by Matthew.


    "It seems to be true that Mr. Guo likes to drink black tea."


    "Hehe, I really like drinking black tea, and only when a distinguished guest like Mr. Sanders comes to the door, will he specially bring out the special-grade Wuyi black tea that he treasures."


    "Then I''m a little flattered!"


    "Mr. Sanders is joking. Please!"


    "Please!"


    After the two of them took a sip from their teacups, Xian Bode glanced at the young man opposite and went straight to the subject: "Mr. Guo specially invited me here, what''s the matter?"


    "It''s very simple, I want to negotiate a business with Standard Chartered Bank!"


    "Oh? Can you be more specific?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I hope to get a commercial loan of US$3 billion from Standard Chartered Bank for five years, and the interest rate does not exceed 8%!"


    Xian Bode''s eyes flashed, "What does Mr. Guo want to use as collateral?"


    "Shares of Hanhua Holdings!"


    "With Hanhua''s strength, a loan of US$3 billion is indeed no problem. But what I am more curious about is that the Mang Seed Fund has gained a lot from the capital market this time. Why does Mr. Guo need a loan?"


    "Although the harvest of mango seeds is rich, it is not enough! In addition, I am different from Hanhua!"


    "If you say that, Mr. Guo has made a big move again?"


    Looking at Xian Bode who was staring at him, Guo Shouyun laughed dumbly and waved his hand, "There are many opportunities to make money, but very few can get rich returns. With the US-Iraq war almost becoming a foregone conclusion, the capital market has early opportunities. disappeared."


    Having said that, Xian Bode is still a little skeptical. It is no wonder that Guo Shouyun''s several operations in the capital market have left a deep impression on people.


    "In fact, it doesn''t matter if I say it. I am very interested in the Chinese market. I plan to invest, but the funds in my hand are not enough, so I want to get a loan from Standard Chartered."


    "Really! I don''t know which industry in Huaxia is Mr. Guo interested in? Maybe our Standard Chartered can help!"


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Electricity! ... China Economic Law is developing rapidly, and the demand for energy, especially electricity, will increase exponentially. This is a market with huge potential. It is just that our Anping Group takes the power industry as the Lord, naturally you will not turn a blind eye to the Huaxia market."


    "I see!"


    "In addition to the three billion US dollars, Anping Group itself will also raise external financing. If Standard Chartered Group is interested, it can participate."


    "Standard Chartered Bank is also exploring the Chinese market, and very much hopes to cooperate with a powerful multinational company like Anping Group." Xian Bode nodded and said.


    "It''s our pleasure!"


    After Xian Bode smiled, "Mr. Guo, Hanhua Company has recently appeared in the list of shareholders of Standard Chartered Bank, and holds 6.72% of the shares, and it continues to grow. I wonder if Mr. Guo plans to invest in Standard Chartered, or is he planning to acquire it?"


    Although he has tried his best to keep his tone calm, he still trembled slightly when he mentioned the word ''acquisition''.


    "If I say takeover, would Standard Chartered be willing?"


    Xian Bode''s pupils tightened instantly. Everyone knew that Guo Shouyun, who had just made a fortune from the capital market, was holding a huge cash flow of tens of billions of dollars. If he really planned to acquire Standard Chartered, it would be comparable to the Bank of Scotland and Buck in the 1980s. Lay Bank has dealt with it too much.


    Although the latter has more capital, the decision-making layer is bloated and inefficient, and its execution is definitely not as good as Bruce Guo, who can decide everything by himself.


    "Mr. Guo seriously?"


    Seeing the vigilance in Xian Bode''s eyes Guo Shouyun decisively changed the subject.


    "Hehe, just kidding, don''t be nervous, Mr. Sanders. The reason why Hanhua invests in Standard Chartered is that it pays more attention to the future development prospects of China, Southeast Asia, South Asia and the Middle East, and Standard Chartered''s business is mostly in these emerging regions, especially It is Huaxia, which occupies a large proportion, so we invested in Standard Chartered. In fact, in addition to Standard Chartered, we also invested in Pangu Bank in Thailand, United Overseas Bank and DBS Bank in Singapore, Maybank in Malaysia, etc. Dozens of financial institutions.��


    "I hope Mr. Guo is joking. Standard Chartered does not want to be acquired by any capital!"


    "I never try to force others to be difficult. Therefore, I respect Standard Chartered''s choice very much." After a pause, "Tonight, I will organize a New Year''s banquet at Hanhua''s headquarters. If Mr. Sanders has time, he can One piece."


    "I really want to go. But I promised my wife to go home with her, so I''m sorry!"


    "It doesn''t matter, it''s human nature. ... How long does it take for Standard Chartered to give me accurate information about the loan?"


    "A week."


    "Okay, just a week. What I''m hoping for in a week is good news."


    "I think so!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun sent Xian Bode out the door. Looking at the back of him leaving, Guo Shouyun squinted slightly.


    "It seems that this Xian Bode will be an obstacle to Hanhua''s acquisition of Standard Chartered!"


    After thinking for a while, he shook his head. It was too early to consider acquiring Standard Chartered. After all, the shareholding of Standard Chartered in Hanhua and Phoenix does not exceed 15%. It''s not too late to wait until it exceeds 30%.


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    Chapter 405 Spring Festival 2003


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    "Matthew?"


    "boss!"


    "Have you prepared everything ready?"


    "The flour, pork, onion, ginger, garlic, leeks, and cabbage are all ready and put in the car."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. He is from the north, and he must eat dumplings during the Spring Festival. Therefore, I plan to buy the materials and bring them to the company to do them on site.


    "Set off!"


    Guo Shouyun gave an order and went out with his bodyguards. Walking into the city, the streets are very lively. Crowds of people buying New Year''s goods or simply shopping in the streets crowded together, and there were also long queues of vehicles on the road. It was originally less than an hour away, but it took nearly two hours to reach the destination.


    Because during this time in Hong Kong, he came often. So both the security guard of the building and the front desk staff knew him. Seeing that he was carrying things in large and small bags, he did not stop him.


    The company''s receptionists are all locals, and they all go home for the Spring Festival. However, when Guo Shouyun came in, many people still stayed here. Apparently they were all notified.


    "boss!"


    "BOSS!"


    He smiled and nodded to the people who came to say hello. In addition to the expected foreigners, there were also many people with East Asian faces.


    "It seems that there are quite a few of us today."


    "It''s rare for the boss to spend the holidays with us, so of course everyone should cherish it." Ken Howery laughed.


    As the company''s CFO, he has the highest status among the people present.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, his eyes turned to a young man with black-rimmed glasses next to him, "Zhou Kai, why didn''t you go home for the Spring Festival?"


    Zhou Kai, who was mentioned by Guo Shouyun, is a double doctor of the Department of Economics and Financial Engineering of the University of Hong Kong. At the age of 30, he is already in charge of the operation of the private equity fund "Xiazhi" under Hanhua Capital. In 2002, the Xiazhi Fund he was in charge of invested in 21 pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore and other places, and achieved a growth rate of more than 45.8%, which impressed Guo Shouyun deeply.


    "I didn''t buy a plane ticket. The train ticket is also sold out, and I can only go back after the first day of junior high. That''s why I''m here!" Zhou Kai smiled shyly.


    "So are you the same?"


    Guo Shouyun asked the Chinese standing beside him.


    "Um!"


    "In that case, let''s spend the spring together. ... Come on, I brought pork, leeks, cabbage, fennel, and beef this time. Let''s make dumplings together for the New Year."


    After being greeted by Guo Shouyun, everyone vacated the largest office together, then took out the tables and chairs from the conference room, and began to get busy.


    Westerners don''t know how to make dumplings, so Guo Shouyun instructs them to pick vegetables and chop meat. Even if Chinese people and Chinese people can''t, they can barely use it after watching a lot at home since childhood. Guo Shouyun instructed them to roll out the dumpling skins and wrap them by the way.


    Lots of people, no matter where you are. Coupled with the festive music that is not high resistance but festive, the entire Hanhua headquarters is full of laughter.


    Forty or fifty people gathered together, and the dumplings had to be wrapped in thousands, just enough to give everyone a taste. Fortunately, there are many people, but it is not difficult.


    When the dumplings are ready, the side dishes are placed, and on the specially prepared TV, CCTV''s Spring Festival Gala begins. Although the Spring Festival Gala is not as good as a year, it has become a symbol, and it is not a New Year if you don''t watch it. Even after being reborn, Guo Shouyun has not forgotten this habit.


    Fortunately, in the more than three years since his rebirth, he has gradually become accustomed to the days without ultra-high definition and high-definition.


    On the Spring Festival Gala in 2003, we could still see Song Zuying, and although Feng Gong was no longer partnering with Niu Qun, he was still young. Guo Donglin still has no hair. The partner with Cai Ming is Mediterranean Guo Da, not Pan Changjiang. Uncle Benshan''s partner is Gao Xiumei, not Song Dandan, but unfortunately we won''t see it in a few years.


    If it is said that the people around watch the Spring Festival Gala, it is lively, while Guo Shouyun sees it as a memory.


    Looking at it, he suddenly thought of a person, "Maybe it can be saved."


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just then, there was a sudden knock on the door.


    After the employee closest to the door opened, Zhang Lei walked in with his wife. Behind them, followed by a tall, indifferent and beautiful girl.


    "Why are you here?"


    Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the middle of the crowd, stood up in surprise.


    "The two of us are spending the Spring Festival at home, and it''s quite boring, so we plan to come over and join in the fun."


    "You didn''t go home?"


    "I didn''t buy a plane ticket. My father-in-law went to Singapore to celebrate the Spring Festival with my son ahead of time. We are the only two left in Hong Kong. By the way, BOSS, this is Miss Wang Jue, an assistant recruited for you."


    Guo Shouyun had seen the photo before, so he recognized it the first time he saw it. But there were too many people here, and he didn''t ask some questions.


    "Miss Wang Jue, hello. I have read your profile, you are a very good lady, I hope we can cooperate happily in the future!"


    Looking at the right hand that the big boss took the initiative to stretch out, Wang Jue let go of the heart that he had been holding. It seems that this strongman, who is well-known in the business and financial circles of the United States and Europe, is not so difficult to reach.


    "Please take care of me in the future!"


    After briefly shaking hands, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Since you are here, let''s stay and eat dumplings together. Although the shape is not very good, the taste is still very good."


    "Haha, okay! A big reason I''m here is for it."


    Pan Shuzhen next to her couldn''t help but give her husband a blank look, "Didn''t I give you a bag when you were at home?"


    "You are a dumpling made by a southerner who is used to eating glutinous rice balls, do you think it tastes good?"


    "Okay, I dislike it, right? Why didn''t I see you dislike it when I ate it before?"


    "That''s because I''m hungry!"


    When the words fell, Zhang Lei hurriedly dragged Guo Shouyun away before his wife got angry.


    "I can''t see it, you are still a little afraid of your wife!"


    Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "Teaching by words and deeds, my dad has been like this since he was a child. I am familiar with him, and now I am just like him." Zhang Lei said with a wry smile.


    "Haha, this is a good habit." Guo Shouyun smiled and patted his shoulder. After a pause, he glanced at Wang Jue, who was led by Pan Shuzhen and joined the group of Hanhua female employees, but still couldn''t fit in, "Why did she come earlier, didn''t she come after the Spring Festival?"


    "Ask! She said that she didn''t buy a plane ticket home. After staying in Hong Kong, she came to work early. However, looking at her appearance, it was obvious that she didn''t have much sense of belonging to that family."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, although he was a boy, he had never experienced what a patriarchal family looked like. But if you want to grow up in such a family, it should be more unbearable and painful than at least the pain of your grandparents.


    "Where is her luggage?"


    "Still at my house."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I''ll let Matthew move to my place in a while. Since I''m here early, let''s work ahead of time. It happens that I am also short of manpower. The employment contract is temporarily handled by Hanhua''s legal department, and the salary is increased by 10. %!"


    "clear!"


    After watching the Spring Festival Gala, it was after twelve o''clock. After the crowd dispersed, Guo Shouyun returned to the villa with his bodyguard and Wang Jue, who arrived early.


    "Just stay in this room while you''re in Hong Kong. If you need to buy anything, you can buy it yourself, or ask Matthew for help."


    "thank you boss!"


    "Um! ... When will you go home after the Spring Festival?"


    "I haven''t made up my mind yet, let''s see the time!" Wang Jue hesitated for a while and said.


    "If you want to go back, ask me for leave in advance."


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "It''s late, rest early. By the way, although you live here, strictly speaking, your working hours are from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm, and you can take a day off on Saturday or Sunday. Make your own arrangements."


    "clear!"


    After explaining, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked out of the room.


    After his back disappeared, Wang Jue slowly closed the door. After she was left in the whole room, she leaned her back against the door and looked at the room that was more than thirty square meters, with a simple but unique decoration, and her expression showed a touch of firmness.


    "Wang Jue, you must do your best to become a superior person in the future! Let those who look down on you and hurt you regret it!"


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    On the first day of the new year, Guo Shouyun received hundreds of text messages that were centuries old. Know, don''t know As his status gets higher and higher, the wealth in his hands becomes more and more huge, ''the poor are in the busy city and no one asks, and the rich have distant relatives in the mountains'', this sentence The essence of it is vividly reflected in him.


    In the arena, Guo Shouyun cannot be exempted from the vulgarity. On the second day of the new year, I personally paid New Year''s greetings to Li Ka-shing and former teacher Qiu Chengtong. However, except for Li Zeju, he refused many invitations to banquets. Spend more time working and perfecting the few at hand.


    "Boss, this is today''s Oriental Daily!"


    Hearing the hesitation in Wang Jue''s tone, Guo Shouyun took it over, "Why, what''s the most exciting news...?"


    Before he finished speaking, his eyes were attracted by the headlines of the newspaper.


    "Jiahe changed hands! Stock market snipers fight again, and financial geniuses stumble."


    The editorial revolved around Jiahe''s acquisition, describing in detail how Liu Ruoxiong bought low and sold high, making a fortune from Guo Shouyun. The misses of Guo Shouyun in the article are full of ridicule and ''unworthy of the name'' ridicule!


    "Boss, do we need us to sue them for defamation?"


    Guo Shouyun threw the newspaper away and said with a calm expression, "What are you suing? A group of clowns jumping on the beam, if you care about them, it will be a waste of time and lower our level. There is no need! ... However, since Jiahe''s acquisition has been opened Then there is no need to wait any longer. Call all the senior management of Jiahe, and the company will have a meeting at 2 o''clock in the afternoon."


    "Understood!" Wang Jue nodded, "Do you want to inform Mr. Zou?"


    "No! Some things are difficult to handle when he is present!"


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    Chapter 406: Severely Use Strong Drugs


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    At Jiahe headquarters, all the senior officials of Jiahe who received the meeting notice were a little uneasy sitting in the conference room.


    "Bojun, what''s going on? Why was Jiahe sold without a word? What was Uncle Huai thinking? Why didn''t you inform us in advance?" Qi Jingjing complained.


    As the deputy general manager of Jiahe Pictures, Chen Bojun, the old man who Zou Wenhuai once personally designated to assist his daughter Zou Chongyan, is the most trusted one in everyone''s eyes. In the case of Jiahe being sold, everyone also wants to get from him. for a more detailed explanation.


    In the face of a pair of inquiring eyes, Chen Bojun''s face also showed a bitter look.


    "I''m not much better than you. If I hadn''t read the reports, I wouldn''t have known that Jiahe had been sold."


    "Uncle Huai''s hand is too inauthentic. After all, we have followed him for so many years, and we sold the company without even notifying us."


    "Yeah! Thanks to all these years, we followed him through life and death."


    "He must give us an explanation for this matter!"


    "Who of you know the new boss?" An inexplicable sentence quickly restored calm in the originally noisy conference room.


    "From the papers, he doesn''t seem to be very good!"


    "Newspapers lie to idiots, especially the "Oriental Daily"! Besides, anyone who knows a little about Bruce Guo will know how powerful they are. When they bought Golden Harvest, they suffered a little loss. I didn''t pay attention to the loss of this sesame mung bean, or there is a deeper transaction behind it."


    "Liang Sheng is right. Before I came here, I specifically learned about it from the Internet. The new boss is worth hundreds of millions, and he is also the boss of the Hollywood giant Universal Pictures. He is also the head of Universal Pictures, the third largest media company in the world. The boss behind the scenes, a Murdoch tycoon."


    With a burst of exclamation, "Since he already has a huge matrix, why does he still look at us Jiahe?"


    "Who knows, maybe it''s because of Jiahe''s brand or rich film library!"


    "Squeak...!"


    With the slight friction sound, the tempered glass door of the conference room was pushed open. Accompanied by Zou Chongyan, Guo Shouyun in a black suit strode in.


    Seeing him, the senior members of Jiahe in the conference room were shocked, and all stood up with a ''crashing''.


    Guo Shouyun walked to the main seat in the middle, and after a quick glance at the crowd, his brows slightly wrinkled.


    To understand a company''s operating style, look at its leadership. Companies led by young people tend to grow fast, but they are also prone to mistakes. Companies dominated by middle-aged people are relatively stable, with a balanced attack and defense. Older people are more conservative. While not absolute, most of them are.


    More than 80% of the senior management of Jiahe do not say they are old, but they are also in their 50s or 60s. It''s no wonder that this once-great old film company is in a bad mood, and its business is getting worse and worse. Their thinking is still stuck in the 1980s, and they no longer understand the needs of young people to watch movies under the growth of the Internet environment.


    "Everyone, please sit down!"


    After waving his hand and letting everyone sit down, "I''m sorry, but on the fourth day of the Chinese New Year, when everyone was still on vacation, I asked you to run. However, Jiahe''s situation is very bad, and every day of delay is a loss for us. In order to reverse this situation, I can only make certain reforms to the company''s operations as soon as possible. But don''t worry, I will make a long story short and try to save everyone''s time. "


    His sharp words, not only did not make everyone relax, but made everyone''s hearts lifted.


    "Liang Youcheng, general manager of the Cinema Department?"


    "arrive!"


    An old man with gray hair in a dark brown suit raised his right arm.


    "I learned a little bit. Except for Central and Yau Ma Tei, the cinema chains under Golden Harvest are all leases, right?"


    "Yes!"


    "Give you a week. After a week, I will know the scale of these fifteen cinemas, the internal facilities; the daily, weekly and monthly changes in passenger flow; the number and prosperity of the surrounding commercial centers and commercial streets. extent, the number and occupancy of the community; and an assessment of the future development of the area.��


    Liang Youcheng sweated on his forehead and said nervously, "Boss, isn''t it too short to investigate so many things in one week?"


    "You are the general manager of the theater chain department and have been in the job for fifteen years. Don''t you know that you are familiar with every theater chain under your control? I will give you a week to compile this information, taking into account the factor of annual leave. If you feel If I can''t finish it myself, I can find someone else to take charge!" The last sentence, the meaning of the threat was beyond words.


    "No! Rest assured, boss, I will definitely be able to complete the task on time." Liang Youcheng said quickly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Hong Fa, manager of the production department!"


    "boss!"


    A bald, thin old man responded nervously.


    "Can you tell me why Jiahe has never had a film with a box office of over 10 million after the film "The Lost City of Secret Agents" in 2001?"


    "The environment of Hong Kong...!"


    "That''s not a reason!" Guo Shouyun interrupted before he could finish speaking, "The environment is not good, why is "Infernal Affairs" so popular? If it''s a matter of money, why would a low-cost literary film like "In the Mood for Love" be so popular? fire?"


    "This, this...!"


    "I heard that Zhuang Wenqiang and Mai Zhaohui approached Jiahe after completing the script of Infernal Affairs, but they were rejected by you on the grounds that it was too risky?"


    "They asked for at least 15 million filming funds, and Golden Harvest couldn''t come up with the money...!"


    "Really? You couldn''t afford to make Infernal Affairs, but ended up investing 16 million for such a bad movie as "Marry a Rich Man"?" Guo Shouyun calmed down and said, "Thank you for your dedication to Jiahe over the past 20 years. , I will let the finance give you an extra year''s salary, you were fired!"


    Hong Fa''s expression quickly turned gray, and his dejected look made him in his sixties look a little pitiful. But related to the future development of the company, Guo Shouyun will not give up the transformation of Jiahe''s aging management because of his personal feelings.


    After Hong Fa walked out of the conference room, the atmosphere in the room dropped to freezing point, and the atmosphere became extraordinarily depressing.


    "Qi Jingjing, manager of the artist economic department?"


    "boss!"


    A middle-aged woman in her forties with short hair and black business attire responded.


    Except for Guo Shouyun and the bodyguards he brought, as well as Wang Jue and Zou Chongyan, the youngest person in the entire conference room saved her.


    "From today, the Economics Department of Golden Harvest Artists has been dissolved."


    "Why? Is it because I''m not good enough? Please give me a reason from the boss!" Qi Jingjing said angrily.


    "It''s not your problem, it''s that Jiahe will no longer set up an artist agency from today."


    Although Guo Shouyun doesn''t completely believe in the Hollywood style, it makes sense to separate production and distribution from artist brokers.


    In addition to the salary conflict between the conscience drama and its artists mentioned earlier. Sometimes, in order to support its own artists, companies often force some roles that are not suitable for him, and the result is not pleasing to both ends. Moreover, many artists jumped jobs directly after they became popular, which made the company''s investment resources and energy go to waste.


    Therefore, instead of worrying about these messy issues in the future, it is better to focus on the most important production and distribution, and the theater line from the beginning. After all, for a film and television company, it is fundamental to make a good movie that sells well. Moreover, now that Jiahe is full of anger and the crisis is deepening, it should concentrate on its main business.


    "I hope Mr. Guo will not regret today''s decision!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "I never regret any decision I made!"


    Qi Jingjing glared at him angrily, then turned around and walked out.


    The leaders of two departments were dismissed at once, and even one department was dissolved. The rest became self-inflicted.


    "Zhou Zixiong, the financial manager, and Liu Shaoan, the manager of the distribution department, you have been fired. Don''t tell me you don''t know the reason. If it weren''t for the fact that you are veterans of Jiahe, you have no credit or hard work, you are not fired now. Instead, we''re waiting for a court subpoena..."


    After about an hour of meeting, the originally full conference room was two-thirds empty. Guo Shouyun fired six of the nine department managers. Twenty-three deputy managers, and seven were left in the end.


    "Okay, that''s it for today''s meeting. Remember the task I gave you, if there is no problem, you can go!"


    Everyone who was extremely depressed, no one dared to move after being stunned for a while.


    "What? Do you want to stay here and continue working?" After asking a question, Guo Shouyun could somewhat guess what they were thinking, but he did not speak for relief. Just like the saying ''tough medicine for severe cases'', only a tough and iron-blooded hand at a critical moment can ensure the smooth progress of the reform.


    "As a boss, I don''t object to you working overtime, but I didn''t force you to do it!"


    After the words fell, Guo Shouyun got up and pushed the door out of the conference room.


    It wasn''t until he left for a while that Chen Bojun sighed in relief. Immediately, he looked much better.


    Most of the people around are similar to him.


    "This new boss is a real jerk. The first meeting opened two-thirds of the company''s management! I have never met such a ''powerful'' person in so many years of work!"


    Xiang Yun, the manager of the logistics department, Liu Tao, the manager of the publicity department, and Liang Youcheng, the manager of the theater department, are the only three remaining managers of the nine departments.


    "Xiang Sheng, speak carefully. Don''t cause yourself trouble at the critical moment!" Chen Bojun scolded lightly.


    Xiang Yun nodded and said nothing more. Chen Bojun has worked in Golden Harvest for many years. Although his ability is not very strong, he is warm-hearted, treats people kindly, and is very popular within Golden Harvest. This is also the reason why Zou Wenhuai chose him to assist his daughter.


    "Okay. The meeting is over, everyone will go back and complete their own work according to the boss''s instructions. Please remember that the new boss is not the old uncle Huai. He doesn''t rub sand in his eyes, so no one should try to be clever, and more Don''t try to get away with it. If you don''t get fired, don''t say I didn''t warn you!"


    Thinking of the scene just now, everyone who was still terrified nodded hurriedly.


    "Then do we have to work overtime?" a deputy manager asked.


    "No need! Go back!"


    Chen Bojun heard the meaning of Guo Shouyun''s words and did not let them work overtime. Of course there is no need to stay.


    "But just now...!"


    After waving his hand to interrupt him, Chen Bojun continued: "The new boss wants efficiency and sees the final result. He won''t care about the process, so now we can go."


    After saying that, he sorted out his notebook and pen, turned and walked out of the conference room. Seeing him like this, after everyone looked at each other, they also left in twos and threes with their own things. However, compared to the ease when they came before, when they left, everyone was worried and walked heavily.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the office of the general manager of Jiahe, was chatting with Zou Chongyan.


    "Have you thought about coming back and continuing to serve as the general manager of Jiahe?"


    "Me? General manager?" Zou Chongyan laughed at himself, "Aren''t you afraid that I will continue to let Jiahe go downhill?"


    He took over Golden Harvest from his father for five years, but did not lead it out of the quagmire. Naturally, Zou Chongyan was ridiculed and criticized by the media and public opinion.


    "Of course I''m afraid! However, I believe you will be a qualified candidate!" Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "why?"


    "I have investigated. When you were running Golden Harvest, you had many conflicts with your father. Most of them were due to personnel issues. You want to change the fact that the elderly Golden Harvest is not enterprising, but eats a vegetarian meal and hinders the company''s growth. I was stopped by Mr. Zou, who has been hesitant and hesitant!" After saying that, Guo Shouyun picked up the teapot and poured a cup of tea for Zou Chongyan, "There is a ''Tai Shang Huang'' on his head, let alone you, even I can''t change Jiahe The end of the fading."


    "Besides this. The reason why I still believe in your ability. Mainly in 1998, 1999 and 2000. In the past three years, Jiahe developed well and produced "Glass Bottle", "The Winner is King", "Tokyo Raiders" Waiting for a series of good films. Although it is going downhill, it is more due to the influence of the general environment.��


    "...In 2001, after you started worrying about your investment in real estate, Jiahe''s decline suddenly accelerated."


    Zou Chongyan nodded bitterly, "No one wants to work in a company that is restricted everywhere. Besides, I don''t want to always have conflicts with my dad because of these things, after all, he is so old."


    "Understandable! ... But now, what you haven''t completed, I mentioned that you have completed it. Now, you can assign your favorite candidates to various major positions in the company as you wish, and complete the transformation of Jiahe."


    Looking at the calm and confident man in front of him, Zou Chongyan couldn''t help but ask: "You leave everything to me Aren''t you afraid of my cronyism?"


    "Tell the truth, don''t be afraid!"


    "why?"


    "Jiahe is only a small branch of the whole plan in my business territory. I only value the results. As long as you can keep it profitable and financially healthy, I don''t care how you run it." Guo Shouyun smiled. , "How about it, do you want to try it? I have the greatest degree of freedom here."


    After pondering for a while, Zou Chongyan nodded suddenly, "Why not!"


    "Haha, I knew you would agree!"


    Guo Shouyun reached out and took his briefcase from Wang Jue, took out four scripts from it and handed them over.


    "This is what I wrote during my time in Hong Kong. You can ask the screenwriter to polish it up and make four scripts. They are Jiahe''s filming plan for this year. By the way, I will write the screenwriter and actors on the back, and start preparing as soon as possible. Well. In addition, I have prepared 80 million Hong Kong dollars for you to shoot, and four movies are enough."


    After taking over the script in surprise, he simply flipped through it, "I heard that yours is very popular in Hollywood, and now I finally have a chance to see it. Can I take it back and watch it?"


    "certainly!"


    After putting away the four documents, "You have made such a big move towards Jiahe, I''m afraid some of it will be written in tomorrow''s newspaper."


    "I never read entertainment newspapers. As for whether they are rumors or slanders, it doesn''t matter how they write about it. ... By the way! You are familiar with the Hong Kong entertainment industry. Send me an invitation letter to the main actors, directors and screenwriters in the circle. On January 16th, I held a dinner in the banquet hall of Shangri-La Hotel and invited them to be there. Also, I like Leslie Cheung very much, so please be sure to be there!��


    "Okay, I''ll do it right away!"


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 Chapter 407： The Departed

    Chapter 407 The Departed


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    "Did you read yesterday''s news?"


    After putting down the teacup in his hand, Guo Shouyun said, "No, what''s wrong?"


    "You changed almost the entire management of Golden Harvest, and the whole Hong Kong shook. Now countless people are waiting to see your jokes!" Li Zeju said with a smile.


    "Joke?" Guo Shouyun shook his head with a chuckle, "What if a company with a volume of only 300 million US dollars fails? Besides, I never thought that Jiahe would become a joke in my hands."


    Li Zeju nodded, "Those economic commentators and journalists are not you. In their eyes, a company worth 300 million US dollars is already very big. ... However, compared with these, I am more surprised that you still let me Chongyan is the CEO of Jiahe? Do you believe her?"


    "During this period of time, I investigated Jiahe''s operation information for the past five years. Although Zou Chongyan is not a genius-level enterprise manager, he is also qualified. I am relieved to hand Jiahe to her. Moreover, Jiahe''s personnel have changed so much. Big, the presence of her Zou family can also play a certain role in comforting. Besides, isn''t there me too!"


    After looking at him, Li Zeju smiled, "Recently, your Hanhua Holdings has been increasing its stake in Standard Chartered, and their board of directors is very nervous. ... You don''t really plan to buy it, do you?"


    "What? Xian Bode has already planned to find your Li family as a ''white knight''?"


    "That''s not true, but many people are planning to make a fortune from the stock market. Especially after Liu Ruoxiong made money on Golden Harvest, there are more people who have this idea."


    "Everyone is willing to do business without capital, and I am the same! But unfortunately, I will let them down. Hanhua''s equity acquisition of Standard Chartered is just an investment, not an acquisition. Moreover, we have stopped after the New Year. ."


    Li Zeju was clear, and after hesitating for a while, "What about Liu Ruoxiong, what are you going to do?"


    "You want to stand up for him?"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him lightly.


    "That''s not true, but my father may be more optimistic about this fellow countryman. Let me ask you, and try to resolve this conflict if possible."


    "Contradiction?" Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Actually, I don''t have any conflict with Liu Ruoxiong. He can make money from me in the capital market with his ability, and I have nothing to say. As for retaliation, I have nothing to say. Not so narrow."


    "We have known each other for so many years, and I also understand your personality. It is true that retaliation is very unlikely, but the capital market is not necessarily."


    Facing Li Zeju''s inquiring eyes, he smiled, "The capital market is like a casino. If you won this round, you can''t let me win it back in the next round, right?"


    "I guessed you would say that! It seems that Liu Ruoxiong is going to be unlucky!"


    "Don''t jump to conclusions so quickly, maybe I''m unlucky!"


    "For more than three years, I have never seen you fail in the capital market."


    After Guo Shouyun glanced at him, he smiled lightly and changed the subject!


    "When are you going to the mainland?"


    "Next week, when Zhao Jianming and the Gui province power plant investment agreement are reached, I''ll just sign the contract. How about you, stay with me, or wait?"


    "Wait a minute, I have to go to Pengcheng and go to Yangcheng, just in time to sign the contract that Jonathan negotiated."


    Since the power plant cooperation agreement was reached with HK Electric Group, the two groups of people went to two places to start projects. However, compared with Anping Group (which has not yet been split), HK Electric Group, which has invested US$500 million, only intends to cooperate with Anping Group on three large-scale power plants with an installed capacity of 1,000 megawatts. This can ensure that their shares in it are not less than 20%, and they can have a certain say in the board of directors of the future power plant.


    "So we can''t get together?"


    "Indeed. But it''s not fun to meet at work. On the contrary, chatting like this is a better choice. ... Don''t worry, we will have many opportunities to meet in the future." Guo Shouyun said.


    ��


    Time flies, and it''s already mid-February. At this time, the taste of the year is already very weak. However, on the evening of February 16, the banquet hall of Shangri-La Hotel was an unprecedented event. Well-dressed men and gorgeous and noble ladies walked in in twos and threes with invitations. The red carpet, as well as the countless flashes around, make it no less than the award ceremony of the Golden Horse and the Academy Awards.


    "I saw Chow Yun-fat walk in just now!"


    "What''s the matter, Andy Lau, Jackie Chan, Jet Li, and even the auntie who is Xiying is here. Except for the annual Academy Awards ceremony, after 1997, I have never seen a banquet that can gather so many celebrities!"


    Many cameramen nodded in agreement.


    "I heard that this evening''s banquet was hosted by Jiahe''s new boss. The energy is amazing!"


    "What''s the matter? He is rich, and he is also the boss of Matrix, the third largest media company in the world. If you stomp your bet, Hollywood will tremble. Now that you have acquired Golden Harvest, that director and star dare not give face?"


    "That''s true. But didn''t the newspapers say that Jiahe is going to close down some time ago?"


    "What''s the matter? Now the new boss has invested 80 million Hong Kong dollars. The shooting plans for four new movies have been announced on the official website. This is obviously a big effort. How could it fail."


    "Look, Maggie Cheung is here!"


    The sudden reminder made the photographers subconsciously stop chatting, grab the camera and start shooting.


    Compared with the lively outside, the inside of the banquet hall is relatively calm. In such formal occasions, everyone will try their best to show their etiquette. However, in addition to chatting with each other and exchanging feelings, everyone''s eyes are not away from the left side of the banquet hall, a tall and straight, handsome and mature young man.


    "Brother Fa, although I live in the United States, I really grew up watching your movies. Especially the three movies "The True Color of Heroes", "God of Gamblers" and "A Lang''s Story", I have a particularly deep memory!"


    "It''s my honor!" Chow Yun-fat smiled. Although the movies in the past are all stubborn, in reality, Fa Ge is still as gentle as jade, and has a gentle attitude towards people.


    "If possible, I would like to work on a movie with Fago on behalf of Matrix."


    Chow Yun-fat froze for a moment, "The Matrix? Hollywood?"


    "Isn''t Brother Fa developing in Hollywood now? If we cooperate, of course also in Hollywood."


    "If possible, I am very willing to cooperate with Mr. Guo and Matrix!" Chow Yun-fat, who was happy in his heart, quickly replied.


    Having been in Hollywood for five or six years, he knows how difficult it is to get into the world''s largest movie market. If you can cooperate with the matrix, it will be of great benefit to your future development.


    Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, "We will prepare the script immediately, and I believe we will call Fa Ge''s agent soon."


    "thanks!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Excuse me!"


    "Mr. Guo, please!"


    After leaving Chow Yun Fat, Guo Shouyun came to the two men with a glass of wine, "Mr. Zhuang, Mr. Mai, you are welcome to my dinner."


    Zhuang Wenqiang and Mai Zhaohui were stunned for a moment. They didn''t expect that they would run into the big gold lord who everyone saw as soon as they came in. The two who did not dare to neglect quickly touched the glass with Guo Shouyun, "Mr. Guo is very polite, it is our honor to receive your invitation."


    "You two are very kind. In fact, I admire the screenwriting talents of the two very much. Especially "Infernal Affairs" is very exciting!"


    "Thank you! However, in terms of screenwriting, Mr. Guo is better. Your "Pirates of the Caribbean", "National Treasure", etc. are sold all over the world, and I am also your own fan!" Zhuang Wenqiang complimented.


    "Excellent people always appreciate each other." After a pause, "Two, I wonder if you are interested in cooperating with our matrix?"


    "Cooperation? Matrix?" The two were surprised.


    "Yes. I am very optimistic about "Infernal Affairs", and I hope to adapt it into an American story and remake a Hollywood movie. The production cost will be between $50 million and $100 million. I hope that the two of you can follow The screenwriters of Matrix Films cooperated to complete the adaptation of the script."


    The Hollywood version of "Infernal Affairs" is called "Infernal Affairs", the adaptation is very successful and has created a good result of 300 million US dollars at the global box office. Therefore, when Guo Shouyun came to Hong Kong, he put the adaptation rights of "Infernal Affairs" into his own plan. It''s just that everything was complicated before, and it''s not implemented until now.


    "In addition, we will give the two of them a remuneration of $500,000. If the movie has a good response after its release, the matrix will also add an additional dividend of 300,000 to each of the two! ... I don''t know what the two will think?"


    Zhuang Wenqiang and Mai Zhaohui looked at each other, and the two agreed almost without hesitation. "Infernal Affairs" was handed over to Media Asia for filming, and their script fee was less than HK$500,000. Now, Guo Shouyun''s first shot is 500,000 US dollars per person, and there will be dividends in the later stage, so the fool will not agree.


    "We are very willing to cooperate with Mr. Guo!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, "Wang Jue, take the two gentlemen down to sign the contract."


    "Yes! You two, please come with me!"


    "Excuse me!"


    After watching them leave, Guo Shouyun glanced around the banquet hall with a glass of wine, his brows could not help wrinkling.


    "Is Leslie Cheung here?"


    Another assistant, Wu Xiaojing, who had come to work, flipped through the guest list in her hand and shook her head.


    "No! But his agent, Mrs. Chen, is here."


    Mrs. Chen, Chen Shufen, she is not only the agent of Leslie Cheung, but also the agent of Anita Mui, Luo Wen, Chen Baiqiang, Li Zhi and others. In the Hong Kong agent circle, she can be compared with today''s Huo Wenxi.


    Seeing Guo Shouyun walking towards her, Chen Shufen felt a little nervous. Although she has met, there are many rich tycoons who have worked with him. But people who can shake the global entertainment industry like the man opposite have never communicated. The huge gap in status will naturally cause tension.


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 Chapter 408： save brother

    Chapter 408: Saving ''Brother''


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    "Hello Mr. Guo, it is a great honor to receive your invitation!"


    Before the other party spoke, Chen Shufen took the initiative.


    "Hello!"


    After a brief handshake, Guo Shouyun didn''t hesitate, "Ms. Chen, I''m a fan of Mr. Leslie Cheung, why didn''t he come this time?"


    "I''m very sorry, Mr. Guo. Rong Zai is not feeling well, so he didn''t show up today. However, he respects you very much, and specifically explained that I must express his apology to Mr. Guo in person. When he recovers, he will definitely come to visit in person. !"


    "That''s it!" Guo Shouyun nodded slowly, "Since Mr. Zhang is not feeling well, that''s understandable. But I heard that the first movie "Stealing Heart" shot by Mr. Zhang himself was also due to lack of Funding isn''t done, is it?"


    "Yes!"


    "Please inform Mr. Zhang, if he wants, we Jiahe are very willing to invest. Money is not a problem."


    "You... are you serious?" Chen Shufen said in surprise.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    "Thank you so much, Rongzai has been worrying about the funding for filming during this time!"


    Acting and leading. "Stealing the Heart" is the first movie that Leslie Cheung transformed from an actor to a director. For this, he invested countless energy and personally went to Beijing and Daocheng to film scenes. When the shooting was about to start, the investor had a problem. Because of insufficient funds, the shooting plan was aborted. This is a huge blow for anyone. Affected by this, the unhappy Leslie Cheung suffered from depression and the tragedy of jumping off the building later.


    His death made countless people sigh with regret. The same goes for Guo Shouyun. In his last life, "A Chinese Ghost Story" and "Farewell My Concubine" were the most profound memories of his youth. Therefore, when I came to Hong Kong and planned to buy Golden Harvest, I had the idea of ??changing the tragedy of Leslie Cheung in my mind.


    However, because of the long-term relationship, he no longer remembers the exact time and place of the other party''s death. The final outcome of the matter can only be reversed by investing in "Stealing Heart". If that doesn''t work, then there''s nothing he can do. After all, he and the other party are not related and not related, and it is impossible to watch them 24 hours a day.


    "Please be sure to tell Mr. Zhang, I am very optimistic about his talent in directing. I hope that in addition to this "Stealing Heart", we will have more cooperation in the future!"


    "Okay, I''ll tell you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, pleaded guilty, then turned and left. As the host of the banquet, he is destined to be the busiest one today.


    However, his main purpose at this banquet was to obtain the adaptation rights of "Infernal Affairs" and to try to save Leslie Cheung''s tragedy. Both things are now done. As for film cooperation with Fa Ge, Jackie Chan, and Jet Li, that''s all incidental.


    As a well-known actor in Hollywood, Guo Shouyun, who masters the matrix, doesn''t mind supporting them.


    ��


    "Whoa...!"


    The moment the contract was signed, loud applause broke out in the room.


    Looking at the slightly pale, but smiling, spirited ''brother'', Guo Shouyun stretched out his right hand towards him.


    "Mr. Zhang, happy cooperation!"


    "Happy cooperation!"


    Two days after the banquet, Guo Shouyun received good news from Chen Shufen. Out of respect for the other party and his attitude to value cooperation, Guo Shouyun deliberately held a small press conference at Jiahe headquarters. Of course, there is no outside media, just a few people including Jiahe, Chen Shufen and Leslie Cheung.


    "Mr. Zhang, when will the movie start shooting. I can''t wait to see the movie!" After leaving the rest to others, Guo Shouyun brought his ''brother'' to the lounge next to him.


    "A month. ... Although the preliminary preparations have been completed, it has been put on hold for nearly half a year, and it will take some time to reorganize."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "If you have any difficulties, remember to call me."


    "OK!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun sent them away.


    "You seem to value him very much?"


    Zou Chongyan walked over and said.


    Looking back from the car shadow that has gradually disappeared, "There are not many people who can be called a superstar in Hong Kong, he is one of them."


    "Are you so sure that he is as successful as an actor as a director?" Zou Chongyan asked after nodding his head.


    "Not sure. But I''m willing to give it a try. Besides, I believe that a good person can always get a good return with a high probability." After a pause, "How''s it going for you to explain?"


    "Your four scripts have been completed. The director and several leading actors have been in contact with each other. They said that there is no problem. The casting of the remaining roles has also started. If everything goes well, the shooting can start in one to two months."


    "Give a copy of the script to Wu Xiaojing and take it back to me to have a look." Guo Shouyun said.


    "It''s ready for you!"


    "Have you read the information on Jiahe Cinemas that I approved?"


    "Look. But if you buy a property, the company can''t make that much money."


    "I''ll take care of the money, it''s enough for you to talk about it. Also, in the future, the development of Jiahe Cinema will focus on the mainland, and the stores will be mainly large shopping malls. The more prosperous, the more people and the larger the area. The more shopping malls we need, the more we need to focus on the layout. Other than that, don��t think about any other places.��


    "clear!"


    "That''s all I have to say, and Jiahe will be handed over to you in the future!"


    After hearing the parting in his tone, Zou Chongyan said in surprise, "Are you leaving Hong Kong?"


    "I''ve been here for almost two months, and it''s time to leave." After a pause, Guo Shouyun waved, "I''m leaving, call or send an email!"


    Looking at this man who changed his destiny, Zou Chongyan''s eyes became more complicated.


    ��


    Pengcheng, the window of China''s reform and opening up. In just 20 years, this place has changed from a small fishing village to a super city with a population of over 10 million.


    However, after more than ten years, there is still a big gap between this place and the prosperous Pengcheng in my impression. But even so, the shadow of Huaxia Silicon Valley is already looming here.


    Because of the relationship with Hong Kong, Guo Shouyun did not take his own private jet, but drove there with two assistants and bodyguards. Of course, the customs clearance took a lot of time.


    After entering Pengcheng, Guo Shouyun did not immediately go to Tencent''s headquarters, but went to his villa in Yinhu to settle down before calling Ma Huateng and the others.


    At two o''clock in the afternoon, he came to Tencent headquarters. Because it was explained in advance, it was not greeted with great fanfare. After taking a brief look, Guo Shouyun walked in with Wang Jue and Matthew after moving into the Fiyta Building two years earlier than the previous life.


    This is his rare ''light car simple follow'' in more than a year. Because only in Huaxia can he truly let go of his worries about his personal safety.


    Take the elevator to the third floor, the elevator door opens and it is the blue logo with Tencent letters and fonts.


    Although there was a beautiful receptionist, he was the first to see the "little brother" standing there wearing a black suit and gold glasses, with a calm and wise expression on his face. Next to him is Zhang Zhidong, who has met once in London and has called many times in the middle, and is already very familiar with him.


    "Lao Ma, Lao Zhang, we meet again! And it''s still in Huaxia!"


    After Guo Shouyun stepped out of the elevator, he took the initiative to stretch out his right hand and said warmly to the two of them.


    "We used to go to the United States, but now it''s finally your turn to come to China!" Ma Huateng laughed.


    "Yeah. I have never seen a boss who bought a company for more than two years, but never came to inspect it!" Zhang Zhidong said.


    "I didn''t buy Tencent, I just invested."


    Guo Shouyun only holds 49% of Tencent''s shares through Hanhua Trust, and the remaining 41% is in the hands of the "Tencent Employee Stock Ownership Foundation" headed by Ma Huateng''s senior management of Tencent. The remaining 10% belongs to Tencent founders such as Ma Huateng, Zhang Zhidong and Zeng Liqing.


    "...By the way, old Zhang. Why are you here?"


    Zhang Zhidong has not been the CEO of Tencent since he became the CEO of PayPal in 2001.


    "You forgot that PayPal''s headquarters is also in the Fiyta Building. So, after hearing that you were coming, I simply came down to greet him."


    "What to greet, it''s not the first time we''ve met. ... Let''s go, let''s chat as we go!"


    "I won''t go. After the meeting, remember to ask me to have dinner together!"


    Although they are university classmates with Ma Huateng, Zeng Liqing and others, as well as many years of entrepreneurial partners, they have a close relationship with each other. But now Zhang Zhidong is the CEO of PayPal, and no longer belongs to Tencent. Sometimes it is necessary to avoid suspicion. However, Guo Shouyun did not let him leave.


    "What are you worried about, I forgot that you are also a member of Tencent''s board of directors! Let''s go!"


    After pulling him, Zhang Zhidong didn''t say anything more.


    The group first went from bottom to top, turned around the various departments of Tencent, and then came to the large conference room. Here, a kind of high-level Tencent has been waiting for a long time.


    Although Guo Shouyun holds 49% of Tencent''s equity, he is only a director, chairman and CEO, and Ma Huateng shoulders it. In addition, after Zhang Zhidong left, he also served as CTO. But occasionally, when he is too busy, he still asks Zhang Zhidong for help. The friendship between the engineering men is indeed very iron.


    Regarding equity, it is very clear that Guo Shouyun, who will change the international political and economic situation in the next ten years, will not hinder Tencent''s development. From the very beginning, I put myself in the position of an investor and never overstepped it.


    However, when introducing, Ma Huateng still called him ''boss'' out of respect.


    "BOSS, this is Chief Operating Officer Zeng Liqing, who is mainly in charge of marketing and sales. This is Chief Administrative Officer Chen Yidan, who is mainly responsible for administrative affairs, including logistics. This is Chief Information Officer Xu Chenye, who is in charge of news media affairs and supervises the portal website. Ma Huateng introduced and Lao Zhang, Tencent''s five tiger generals, today I finally saw all of them. "Guo Shouyun stretched out his right hand towards them with a smile.


    In later generations on the Internet, no one knows the names of Tencent''s five tiger generals, and no one knows them. They have different personalities and distinct specialties. Ma Huateng is good at products, Zhang Zhidong is good at technology, and Zeng Liqing is good at marketing. The three are almost the core functions that a startup company must have. And behind Chen Yidan''s general ledger, Xu Chenye stabilized the portal. Such complementary entrepreneurial portfolios are extremely rare in China, and even in Internet companies around the world. And this is one of the foundations of Tencent''s success.


    "If it''s the five tiger generals, the boss thinks I''m more like Zhao Yun or Ma Chao?" Zeng Liqing laughed.


    "Neither, I think you and Zhang Fei are the most appropriate, as tall and strong!"


    Among the five founders of Tencent, Zeng Liqing is burly and strong, more like a northerner. Compared to him, the others are much slimmer.


    "Haha, I also like Zhang Fei!"


    Including Guo Shouyun, the rest of the people around smiled in agreement. However, Chen Yidan and Xu Chenye are not as cheerful and articulate as Zeng Liqing. Just shook hands with Guo Shouyun, politely and then finished.


    Later, Ma Huateng introduced the heads of several major departments, such as financial manager Wang Qi, administrative department manager Guo Kaitian, infinite development manager Deng Yan, basic development manager Li Haixiang, product development manager Wu Xiaoguang, etc. .


    After getting to know all the middle and senior management of Tencent, everyone sat down according to their respective positions. This time, Guo Shouyun left the middle position to Ma Huateng.


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    Chapter 409 QQ Show


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    "Boss, you should sit in the middle...!"


    After waving his hand to interrupt Ma Huateng, "You are the helm of Tencent, no one knows it better than you. In contrast, my knowledge of Tencent is more limited on paper, so don''t make a blind command. ... As the saying goes, bystanders are clear, stay out of the matter, maybe I can give you some different opinions."


    Ma Huateng is not Zeng Liqing. He is calm and wise, and he is not very good at welcoming and welcoming. After Guo Shouyun finished speaking, and he felt that there was no problem, he sat in the main seat of the conference room.


    The two big bosses made such a happy decision, and the others didn''t say much. Soon, the huge conference room became quiet. With the projector turned on, everything is ready.


    "Everyone, 2002 has become a thing of the past. Although we achieved revenue of 254 million Chinese coins and a profit of 87 million Chinese coins from advertising, digital reading and wireless value-added services last year, QQ registered users also exceeded 240 million. . But we should see the crisis under the rapid development."


    "Unlimited value-added services account for 92.7% of the company''s revenue, which is a very dangerous proportion. It means that any change in ''Monternet'' will directly affect Tencent''s revenue and even survival. Therefore, in 2003, we The main task of the company is to find new profit growth points for the company while determining the continuous growth of QQ users and wireless value-added services."


    "Based on this consideration, I think it is necessary to hold a plenary meeting to discuss the ''Avatar Plan'' submitted by the Marketing Department. ... Now I invite Xu Liang, the person in charge of the ''Avatar Plan'', to introduce it to everyone."


    After Ma Huateng finished speaking, a young man of about twenty-six or seven years old stood up. Perhaps it was the first time he had been paid attention to by so many company bosses, and he seemed a little nervous. Fortunately, the plan has been made in advance, and the content of the entire ''Avatar Plan'' is almost engraved in his mind, so although he is nervous, the explanation that follows has been smooth.


    "Ladies and gentlemen, the origin of the Avatar Project is a Korean'' community website. In 2000, this website developed a function called ''Avatar''. Users can change the appearance of the virtual characters according to their own preferences, such as hairstyles and expressions. , clothing and scenes, etc., and these ''goods'' need to be paid for. After the launch of this service, it is very popular with young Koreans. According to our research, in 2000, there were 60,000 paying users who purchased virtual props on After a year, it has surged to 1.5 million people, and the average monthly expenditure of each user is equivalent to 4.94 yuan in Huaxia currency, which is very profitable."


    "Under the guidance of the popularity of the Internet, the top five chat and community websites in Korea have all been ''avatarized'', and network avatars are widely used in chat rooms, BBS, mobile phones, E-mail, virtual communities and other network services that highlight online communication. .This is very consistent with our content from Tencent, and from the data in South Korea, among the netizens who buy ''Avatar'', the young people aged 18 to 25 are the mainstream group, and half of them are under the age of 20. The ratio of male to female The ratio is 2:1, which is very consistent with the Huaxia users who use QQ.��


    "We have a similar culture in South Korea, and avatarized virtual goods are popular in China. In addition, a domestic dating website called ''Youlian'' has launched an ''Avatar'' brand ''ixiu'' in June last year. , but the user base of Youlian is insufficient, and it did not really make the ''i show'' become popular. However, we are different from Tencent, with more than 200 million registered users, and have an inherent advantage that any community-based company and IM company in China do not have. If we combine this advantage with ''avatarized virtual goods'', the entire Tencent community will be reintegrated, and eventually the Tencent community will become a large-scale online virtual community or virtual game platform that simulates reality."


    "Based on this consideration, we developed the first function of Tencent''s ''Avatarization'', ''QQ Show'', which was officially launched on January 24. By distributing Q coins to members and other means, since the launch of the first month, QQ show users have It has exceeded 1.5 million, and the growth rate is very fast. Therefore, our plan is to wait until the end of March, after the virtual items such as fairy clothes, professional clothes, sunglasses, necklaces and other virtual items are further enriched, and then officially start charging. The initial price is 0.5 yuan to $1."


    "According to our plan, all virtual items can be replaced at any time according to your own needs, and can also be given as gifts to your QQ friends. In addition to being displayed on the QQ avatar, this specialized virtual image will also be displayed on QQ Appeared in chat rooms, Tencent community and QQ dating services. That is to say, QQ show allows a netizen to reconstruct a virtual self and way of expressing emotions in a virtual world..."


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help sighing when he saw Xu Liang who was talking eloquently. Unexpectedly, he personally witnessed the birth of the popular QQ show today.


    It should be said that Tencent''s QQ show is a remarkable innovation. Since then, QQ is no longer just a simple communication tool without temperature, but has transformed into a virtual world with virtual personality, its own values ??and ethnic norms.


    Therefore, in the next few years, almost all major Internet companies at home and abroad have launched their own instant messaging tools and launched an encirclement and suppression war against QQ, but Tencent won the victory very easily. The reason: All the competitors are from the technical level, and none of them tempt users emotionally. The ''migration'' lecturer is a very difficult task when people have completed their self-identification in a world (whether displayed or virtual).


    "...In addition, about payment. We have signed a cooperation agreement with Paypal. Users buy Q coins through Paypal accounts, and the income is divided between Tencent and Paypal. In addition, we will cooperate with more than 10,000 Internet cafes across the country to establish offline sales channels.��


    "...about the origin, development process and future evaluation of the ''Avatar Project'' and ''QQ Show''."


    After Ma Huateng nodded, he turned his inquiring eyes to Guo Shouyun.


    With the memories of his previous life, he naturally knew very well what was going on with the QQ Show, and naturally he also had a plan to make this seemingly primitive application more interesting.


    Under everyone''s attention, after pondering for a moment, after organizing the language, "it should be said that the QQ show is a great innovation, and I have no doubt that it will become Tencent''s second largest profit growth point after wireless value-added services. However, In my opinion, ''QQ Show'' can do better. Especially in terms of membership system."


    "I noticed that Tencent''s membership system is just a simple ''member'', without the design of ''privilege'', and there is no difference in level. We should recognize that everyone has the need to be recognized, so we should satisfy every QQ person demand in this regard.��


    "For example, for ordinary users, we can establish a three-level system of ''stars, moon and sun''. Users can get a star for 5 days online, a second star in 12 days, and a third star in 24 days. After 32 days, Three stars can be converted into a moon. By analogy, the stars, moon and sun will be displayed directly in the prominent position of QQ personal homepage.��


    "And for each level of promotion, add a little benefit. For example, a mobile phone ringtone, or 5 or 10 text messages for free, etc. Through this kind of small game, you can increase the playability of QQ users. and loyalty."


    Saying that, Guo Shouyun remembered the experience of opening QQ and hanging on the Internet the first time he went to the Internet cafe.


    "For QQ members, we can launch a higher-level ''Red Diamond Noble'' service. QQ members who purchase red diamonds can enjoy a ''monthly service'' in QQ Show. Users pay 10 yuan per month and can enjoy a variety of services Privileges, including: get the red diamond logo, get 5 flowers for free every day, can set up automatic dress-up every day, give friends QQ show without spending money, etc.��


    After a pause, "I thought of these for the time being, you can try it on a small scale."


    "Clap...!"


    Under the leadership of Zeng Liqing there was loud applause in the conference room.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and waved his hand, and after a pause of applause, "I support 100% about the QQ show, and I think that the members of the ''Avatar Group'' should be expanded as soon as possible, and more artists and programmers should be introduced to enrich the types of virtual goods. and scope, and develop it as a key business for Tencent.��


    "...In addition, I heard that there is a dispute within the company about whether to establish a comprehensive news portal?" Guo Shouyun continued after waving Xu Liang to sit down.


    "Yes! ... Li Qing and the others believe that QQ users are young people aged 18-25, not the mainstream consumer groups in society. Even if they make achievements, it is difficult to gain the trust of advertisers and to obtain satisfactory returns. In addition, the four major portal websites of Sina, Sohu, NetEase, and CDC have established their own reputation and user loyalty. With the popular ''28 theorem'' in the Internet industry, it is difficult for the backward Tencent.com to surpass them in this regard. , what news needs is credibility. Tencent, whose users are mostly young people, is difficult to be recognized in this regard.�� Ma Huateng said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Do you all think so too?"


    Zeng Liqing and the others looked at each other a few times and nodded.


    "In fact, we have tried to make money through advertising from a very early time. However, compared with portals such as Sina, Tencent''s advertising prices are very low, often only one-fifth of the former. Although the exposure rate is high, due to the age of QQ users It is too small, and the purchasing power of goods is doubtful, so the promotion of advertisements is not smooth. The main profit method of portal websites is online advertising. Profitability is the main reason for our opposition.�� Chen Yidan said.


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    Chapter 410 Discussion on the Portal


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    Guo Shouyun nodded, although website traffic is important, it does not equal influence and advertising value. At present, the top five industries in which Internet advertising is placed are automobiles, finance, real estate, IT digital and Internet companies. In their eyes, teenagers under the age of 25 belong to the ''low gold content group''.


    If Guo Shouyun is in charge of Tencent, he will not focus on the portal. But he is very clear about Ma Huateng''s current business strategy for Tencent: cast a wide net and catch more fish.


    Before the 3Q war and Tencent was criticized, Tencent''s horizontal development strategy would not change. In addition, Guo Shouyun has no plans to change. Because some things can only be understood after experience, intervening in advance will only have the opposite effect.


    "Old Ma, it seems that everyone is not very optimistic about your portal strategy!"


    There was a bit of bitterness on Ma Huateng''s calm face. Similar to the meeting that was rejected by all members today, it has been held four or five times.


    "...On paper, I''m not optimistic about the future of Tencent. However, after we tried it, we found that the difficulties we thought were not difficult to solve in many cases. Moreover, we should realize that, Sometimes interest is not a necessary factor for Tencent to enter the portal. We should also consider the issue of user stickiness.��


    "If we set Tencent as a ''youth portal'', specializing in reporting information that young people are interested in. For example, sports, entertainment, fashion, automobiles, etc., it can increase the retention of customers in the age group of 18 to 25 years old. time and loyalty in Tencent products.��


    "As for the problem of too low advertising revenue. It is indeed a problem now, but we should realize that the penetration of the Internet into the whole society is gradually deepening. With the growth of the Internet population and the development of society and economy, there will be More and more companies realize the importance of online advertising. At that time, Tencent��s advertising revenue will not be as small as it is now.��


    "In short, my point of view is: bravely try what you think is right. If you encounter difficulties in the middle, solve the difficulties. If you can''t solve it, and after trying hard, you find that it is really not suitable, then it is not too late to give up. "


    "So you agree with the plan of ''Tencent.com''?" Xu Chenye asked.


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "I remember I once said a word called ''Internet ecosystem'', this circle includes portals, search, e-commerce, communities, etc. In the wild era of Internet 1.0, almost all Internet giants of all sizes can��t help but move in this direction, and this horizontal expansion process will not stop until they find their respective capabilities boundaries.��


    After a pause, his eyes quickly swept across the crowd, "Tencent is at this stage now. You have already involved wireless value-added services, virtual communities, IM, and digital, and you will soon enter the portal website. By the way, there is also the Internet. Gaming. As revenue grows, the scope of the company will be more and more involved. Although many new businesses are not sane, and the future is bright enough, I still support this expansion. Because more experimentation means infinite future Possibly. Maybe the business that makes Tencent a great company in the future is in a business that may not be considered a bright future.��


    Guo Shouyun''s words made everyone present think a little more. Because the memories of his previous life always allow him to analyze problems from a broader perspective. And this happens to be the problem that the Internet elites lack the most.


    "I was fortunate enough to see your speech at the Chinese University of Hong Kong on the Internet. I admire your theories in the era of Internet 1.0 one-way communication, 2.0 two-way communication, and 3.0 multi-directional communication. For ''cloud computing'', ''artificial New concepts such as "intelligence" and "big data" are also very longing, but is it too advanced that you said that after ten years, all this will become a reality?" Chen Yidan asked suddenly.


    "No one can be 100% certain about the future. My discussion is only based on my judgment, and the actual situation may appear earlier or later than my judgment. But one thing that needs to be affirmed is that whether it is cloud computing, or Big data and artificial intelligence are both the future of technology companies. If Tencent does not want its business to be limited to Huaxia in the future, it should start making targeted investments when everyone thinks these are unreachable scientific concepts. Start research and development. Otherwise, when the tide hits, Tencent will be worried about the future. After all, technology companies must ultimately rely on technology as their foundation.��


    His words changed the direction of the original meeting. Originally, according to the process, the next discussion was the online game, that is, the 3D game "Triumph" that was imported from South Korea and could not run because it far exceeded the domestic communication hardware and broadband. But in addition to Zeng Liqing, the rest of the Tencent executives, who are all technical coffee, are obviously more interested in various new concepts in the future.


    Therefore, until nearly nine o''clock in the evening, everyone was discussing in full swing around new concepts such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, big data, and virtual reality. Fortunately, he inherited Bruce Guo''s memory, plus his previous life''s knowledge, otherwise he wouldn''t be able to restrain these guys.


    However, the benefit after some discussion was that Guo Shouyun, who was a stranger, was integrated into this young group.


    "Everyone, I think we should discuss this first. It''s nine o''clock. If you are not hungry, I will starve to death!" After checking the time, Guo Shouyun stood up and said.


    "Me too!"


    "It''s nine o''clock in the evening, can you be hungry?"


    "Let''s do it this way, I''ll treat you tonight. As long as you''re a single dog who''s enough to feed the whole family and doesn''t get hungry, or who''s not afraid to kneel down at the keyboard when he gets home late, come with me!"


    "Single dog? Kneeling on the keyboard? I didn''t expect the boss to know Chinese folk customs so well in addition to speaking Mandarin well!" Zeng Liqing laughed.


    "When we get to know each other more in the future, you will know that my understanding of China is not much worse than that of native Chinese! Let''s go!"


    A large group of people ''hula'' walked out of the conference room. Except for their respective assistants, the entire company basically got off work. Guo Shouyun, who has not eaten local barbecue for a long time, found a good indoor barbecue restaurant under the leadership of Ma Huateng and other local snakes.


    Of course, only indoors. Otherwise, even Pengcheng in the south would freeze to death outdoors in winter.


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    Guo Shouyun took a breath and tapped his still a little dizzy head.


    "what time is it?"


    "It will be nine o''clock in a quarter of an hour!" Wu Xiaojing handed over the water glass on the bedside table.


    After taking it over, after a few drinks of ''Gudu'', he felt much better.


    "It''s not a good thing to drink too much!"


    It is rare to return to Huaxia. The familiar environment and the familiar accent will inevitably make Guo Shouyun feel relaxed and happy from the inside out. In addition, Zeng Liqing, a humorous and familiar fat man, coaxes Guo Shouyun who is eating barbecue to drink high. .


    "Where''s Wang Jue?"


    "Mr. Jonathan''s final contract with the Yangcheng government has been finalized, and she is sorting out the fax of the contract."


    There was a little jealousy in Wu Xiaojing''s tone, and Wang Jue successfully used the time when she was still on duty around the Spring Festival to gain Guo Shouyun''s trust. She has taken charge of Phoenix, Matrix Holdings, Ruby and Enron Pacific, while Apple, Google, Kuo and Hanhua Holdings are assigned to her. No matter how you look at it, the company he is responsible for is not as powerful as Wang Jue''s.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t know Wu Xiaojing''s careful thinking. In his heart, each of the eight companies was irreplaceable!


    After nodding, he took the clothes she handed over and put them on.


    After washing my face and brushing my teeth, my whole body is much more awake. After having breakfast, I simply dealt with the documents of various companies, especially after reading the cooperation agreement between Anping Company and the Yangcheng Municipal Government for the 800 MW installed capacity of the Yangcheng Natural Gas Power Plant, and after I wrote my own reply, I went again in the afternoon. to Tencent.


    If we say that yesterday��s visit was just a simple understanding with Tencent��s executives. Then in the next time, Guo Shouyun went to almost every department of Tencent ~ www.novelhall.com ~ chatted with them, had a heart-to-heart talk, and exchanged views on the Internet with each other. After three days, he already had a relatively full understanding of the whole Tencent. And finally let everyone know the behind-the-scenes oss of his company.


    Of course, he also took time out in the middle to chat with Zhang Zhidong about PayPal''s development plan and future layout. However, it is too early to talk about third-party payment. After all, China''s financial market has not been fully opened to the private sector. The place where PayPal can work hard is online transfer, utility bill payment, etc. Before the introduction of the new Fund Law in 2013, PayPal''s influence was limited.


    "It seems that you are right, "Triumph" is really not suitable for the current Chinese game market."


    After pulling Ma Huateng around several Internet cafes in Pengcheng, and trying to download "Triumph" for a trial play, it was impossible to talk about the reality of fluency. Finally, this calm, wise and stubborn guy realized that he had made a mistake.


    After patting him on the shoulder comfortingly, "If you really plan to enter the game market, you shouldn''t start with online games, but casual games are a better choice. It is in line with Tencent''s community nature. Wait until you are in casual games. It is not too late for operators to enter online games after they have accumulated a certain amount of popularity and experience.��


    Ma Huateng nodded silently for a moment, "Can''t the online games developed by Matrix Games be authorized to be operated by Tencent?"


    "I knew you would ask that! However, I promised Ding Lei that the games from Legend and Journey to the West would not be available to you for the time being. However, if you are willing to wait, Blizzard''s "World of Warcraft" can be reserved for Tencent. But It will be later, I am afraid it will have to wait until next year."


    "That''s it!" Ma Huateng said immediately.


    "Haha, it''s settled!"


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    Chapter 411 The Future of PayPal


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    Ma Huateng is very clear that the Warcraft series was successful before it passed, and has accumulated a deep player base in the world. If nothing else, the "World of Warcraft" developed on top of it is definitely an explosion in the game. Getting its domestic agency rights means huge profits in the future, and it is definitely worth waiting for a year.


    "Don''t be too happy. It is indeed a good choice for Tencent to represent "World of Warcraft". However, if Tencent only meets the high profit of the agent in the future. You will not have much in this growing industry future development!��


    Ma Huateng nodded, "So, we are ready to accept your suggestion and try to acquire Lianzhong Games."


    "Smart choice! ... Now in the field of digital reading, Tencent already has a ''starting point'' for men''s frequency, ''Red Sleeves and Fragrance'' for women''s frequency, and ''Under the Banyan Tree'' for realistic literature. Wu Wenhui is a talent, and he leads , Tencent''s digital reading division will have a very good future."


    Although at the same time in the previous life, neither ''Red Sleeves with Fragrance'' nor ''Under the Banyan Tree'' appeared. But this did not prevent Guo Shouyun from instructing Ma Huateng to set up them in advance. Even the starting point is the same. As early as 2001, he dug over Wu Wenhui, who had just graduated from the Department of Computer Science of Beijing University.


    However, online literature is still in its infancy. Therefore, the three websites are also merged into Tencent''s digital reading department, rather than appearing as a separate "Reading Group".


    "Now that there is literature in the upper reaches, and games are also exerting their strength, the next thing is animation and film and television!" Ma Huateng nodded and said.


    Very early, Guo Shouyun discussed the strategy of pan-entertainment with him. In particular, the establishment of the Matrix Holding Group has also allowed Ma Huateng to see examples that can be referred to.


    "Have a goal?"


    "In terms of animation, there are really no good companies in China, so we can only do it ourselves. As for film and television, Tangren Film and Television, Enlight Media, and Bona are the three options we consider. As for which one is specific, it depends on the specifics after negotiation. result."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Why didn''t you consider Huayi Brothers?"


    "I''ve been in contact with it, but the price is too high for Tencent to eat. Moreover, Huayi is now thriving, holding the title of the largest private film and television company in China, and the Wang brothers are not willing to sell it."


    After listening, Guo Shouyun originally wanted to make some suggestions, but thought about it. Ma Huateng''s three goals are all good. Although the business scope of Tangren Film and Television is more in TV series, in China, the gap between TV series and movies is not that big. Moreover, compared to the investment risk of movies, TV dramas are relatively safe.


    "What do you think of Jiahe?"


    "Jiahe?" Ma Huateng was stunned for a moment. After seeing Guo Shouyun''s expression, he had more associations in his heart like lightning.


    "I''ll sell it to you if you see fit!"


    "Sell it to me? ... You bought it for Tencent''s ''pan-entertainment'' strategy, right?" Ma Huateng couldn''t help asking.


    "Or else? I already have a matrix. If it''s not for the future of Tencent, why would I buy a Golden Harvest?!"


    Thinking of Jiahe, Ma Huateng couldn''t help but be moved. After all, he also grew up watching Golden Harvest''s films, and he has a lot of affection for this old Hong Kong film company.


    "Golden Harvest fits Tencent''s strategy very well. But now Tencent cannot afford a film and television company like Golden Harvest!"


    There is a saying that ''a thin dead camel is bigger than a horse''. Although Jiahe is going downhill now, the film and television copyrights, cinema chains, goodwill, and connections accumulated over the past 30 years still allow it to maintain nearly 2.5 billion before delisting. The market value of Hong Kong dollars. Far from the current Tencent can win.


    "I didn''t say I''ll give it to you now. Now your goals are still Tangren Film, Bona and Guangguang Media. After two or three years, Tencent''s scale will be larger, and after a certain accumulation in the film and television circle, I will put Jiahe will transfer it to you."


    "After two or three years, I''m afraid Jiahe will become stronger in your hands!"


    "No matter how big it is, it''s just a **** in Tencent''s "pan-entertainment plan" that I originally planned. When it comes time to merge, there will naturally be a way!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    His solution is also very simple, if Tencent can''t make money temporarily. In the case of not going public, it is enough to issue a single bond. At that time, if it is sold through Hanhua Securities, even if it is not popular in the market, Guo Shouyun can authorize Hanhua Trust to buy it all. In this way, the funds are smoothly transferred to Tencent''s hands, and there is no need to destroy the Tencent''s shareholding structure stipulated by him. It''s just that Tencent''s scale and revenue are too small now, and the traces of such internal transactions are too obvious. So, just wait for a while. Knowing the future, he is very clear that Tencent''s development speed is much faster than Golden Harvest.


    Ma Huateng nodded and pondered for a while, "Only in this case, Tencent''s management structure will change."


    "It''s really going to change. But don''t worry now, you still have a lot of time to think about it!"


    "Aren''t you going to make a suggestion?"


    "I believe you!" Guo Shouyun smiled and stood up, "Okay, I''ve said everything I need to say, you can go ahead. I''ll go upstairs to see Lao Zhang! ... Oh, yes, let''s have a drink tonight. ."


    "night?"


    "Well! ... I''m going to Yangcheng tomorrow, and I may not come to Pengcheng for a long time!"


    Ma Huateng nodded, but did not do much to retain. He is also a CEO of a company, so he knows the value of time.


    "I''ll call Shang Chenye and Zeng Liqing!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "At seven o''clock in the evening, I will come down with Lao Zhang to find you!"


    After he finished speaking, he waved his hand and turned to leave Ma Huateng''s office.


    Tencent''s office area occupies the 3rd to 12th floors of the Fiyta Tower. PayPal, on the other hand, occupies floors 13-15. Compared with the growing Tencent, PayPal has developed much more slowly. It is also understandable that before the popularity of smartphones, Alipay was only a third-party payment platform, existing as an accessory of Taobao and Tmall. Although PayPal appeared earlier, it is not as good as Alipay.


    But Guo Shouyun did not intend to let PayPal develop so quietly. Otherwise, wouldn''t it be harmful for him to confuse Zhang Zhidong to leave the growing Tencent?


    Although the parties may not think so, Guo Shouyun cannot think much. Know that gossip can kill people. He didn''t want to have any misunderstanding with Zhang Zhidong because of this.


    "Dong dong...!"


    Having been here several times, Guo Shouyun, who was familiar to PayPal employees, quickly came to Zhang Zhidong''s office.


    "Please come in!"


    "boss!"


    After nodding to Zhang Zhidong who stood up, the two sat down on the sofa in the reception area of ??his office.


    "Have I read your plan?"


    "finish watching!"


    "How does it feel?"


    Zhang Zhidong''s face showed a touch of excitement, "It''s great, it''s great! It just needs money, a lot of money to burn!"


    Seeing his appearance, Guo Shouyun also showed a smile on his face. He gave Zhang Zhidong two plans, one for ''Meituan Takeaway'' and the other for ''Dianping''!


    Despite the PC era, O2O has the same market as C2C. It''s just not as big as it was later. But this also has advantages, at least the competition will not be so fierce.


    "I''ve prepared money for you. As long as I can see the development of the company, money is not a problem."


    Zhang Zhidong nodded vigorously. It feels great to be backed by a strong and well-capitalized consortium.


    "But does Meituan takeaway have to build offline distribution channels? Asset-light operation may be a good choice."


    "No. If you want to make Meituan bigger, you need an offline delivery team to connect merchants and customers. Only in this way can the user experience be guaranteed. Otherwise, Meituan''s takeaway will never be big. In addition, call centers and ground pushes should also be Pay attention to the promotion from door to door at the beginning, especially in the CBD of first- and second-tier cities, where there are many white-collar workers. The demand for takeaway is the most urgent.��


    "If we do it, I am afraid that the communication fee will be the bulk of our cost." Zhang Zhidong nodded and said.


    Now the mobile phone network speed is deadly slow, and the order can only be confirmed by calling and texting. One dime is a text message, and if the call exceeds one minute, you will have to pay extra. The specific amount varies depending on the price of different packages. But definitely more expensive than texting.


    "Does Unicom or Telecom have a monthly subscription?" Guo Shouyun asked after thinking about it.


    "Monthly?"


    "Yes. For example, pay 100 yuan a month and make any phone calls!"


    When Guo Shouyun was a salesman in his last life, he remembered that there was such a monthly service, which seemed to be China Unicom. But he couldn''t remember the time.


    "This...I don''t seem to have heard of it?" Zhang Zhidong hesitated.


    "When the time comes, ask, if not, we can cooperate with China Telecom and China Unicom."


    "Why didn''t you move?"


    "Now that Monternet is booming, and people are developing smoothly, how can they consider these small businesses!"


    Zhang Zhidong nodded, and after thinking for a moment, "Although the Internet speed is not fast, we can solve this problem through excellent programming. In this case, our expenditure on communication fees may not be so high."


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes lit up, and then he remembered that the person sitting in front of him was a real technical expert. He led the Tencent technical team to design the QQ website architecture, with the least resources, to withstand the impact of the huge network traffic generated by the rapid growth of users. Even after 20 years, this architecture is still not outdated. It can be said that Zhang Zhidong played a greater role than Ma Huateng during the difficult days at the beginning of Tencent��s founding.


    "However, using a mobile phone to surf the Internet is not cheap now!" Zhang Zhidong suddenly said.


    Guo Shouyun twitched the corner of his mouth and waved his hand.


    "This is different. We are an Internet company. If we can place orders, dispatch orders, and communicate online, even spending more money is worth persevering with than making a phone call. After all, this is the future!"


    Zhang Zhidong nodded, "Then the formation of these two new companies...!"


    "You call the shots! I''m a quiet investor, and I only need to come up with ideas occasionally. The specific implementation needs to be decided by someone who really knows the Chinese market!" Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    "thanks!"


    After taking a deep look at the man opposite, Zhang Zhidong took a deep breath.


    In many cases, enough trust is far more touching than a simple promise.


    "This trust was earned by your hard work over the past two years. Besides, I also believe in how I see people!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Then the two looked at each other with affection, and each laughed, feeling that the relationship between the two parties was a step further than before.


    "Okay, the business is over. It''s not early, let''s go to dinner. I have an appointment with Lao Ma and the others, and we will have a light meal together in the evening."


    "Are you going?"


    Zhang Zhidong quickly heard the meaning in his tone.


    "Yeah! I came to Pengcheng mainly to meet with you, and to see how the two companies are developing. Now that the task is complete, it''s time for me to leave."


    Hearing this, Zhang Zhidong, who originally wanted to persuade, did not speak rationally. Everyone is fighting for their respective careers, and no one''s time will be wasted on pure "leisure and entertainment".


    At the dinner party in the evening, although Guo Shouyun planned to drink as little as possible. But many times, after two cups of yellow soup, all worries seem to be forgotten. Therefore, he inevitably drank too much.


    Fortunately, there is no shortage of people around him to take care of him. He was carried back by Matthew at night, and after drinking some hangover soup, he was basically fine the next day.


    Leaving Pengcheng and heading north, taking the expressway, it took one and a half hours to reach Yangcheng.


    Here he also has a villa that Rebecca bought in advance. No way Ever since he personally experienced the terrorist attack at the Taj Mahal Hotel in Mumbai, he has had some psychological shadows about staying in the hotel. Although he knew that Huaxia was very safe, he subconsciously didn''t want to stay in a hotel.


    Just after settling down in the 760-square-meter villa in Hongcheng Garden in Yuexiu, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone rang.


    "Boss, the contract with Standard Chartered is over!"


    The voice of Xing Zhiping, CEO of Hanhua Trust came over.


    "Oh? What about the specific conditions?"


    "The equity of Hanhua Holdings is mortgaged, and the loan is 3 billion US dollars, with a term of 6 years and an interest rate of 6.72%!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Not bad. I''m in Yangcheng now, come here with the contract."


    "Yes!"


    "What happened to Tang Wenfang?"


    "The structure of Global Real Estate has been set up, and she is currently leading the company''s employees to find high-quality housing in Beijing."


    "Looking for it? Isn''t it obvious that the house is in a good location?"


    "She may be planning to choose the best of the best. After all, you gave her a very clear goal to strive for."


    Guo Shouyun knew that he was talking about the cooperation between Global Fund and Changshi. He once promised Tang Wenfang that if she led Global Real Estate to achieve 50% growth within a year, he would hand over the real estate business of Global Fund to her.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "After Standard Chartered''s $3 billion has been credited, you will transfer it to the account of the Mango Seeds Fund for me."


    "Are you going to...?"


    "Although this money is prepared for Anping and Universal Studios'' investment business in Huaxia, the money will not be invested all at once. First, make use of this time difference to make some money, maybe if you are lucky, you will pay the interest to Earn it!"


    Xing Zhiping, who had a deep understanding of Guo Shouyun''s financial talent, responded.


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    Chapter 412 Forward Contracts


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    "Boss, Mr. Jonathan is here!" Wang Jue walked over and said.


    After nodding at her, "Let''s talk about it this time, pay more attention to the cooperation between Global Fund and Changshi, and remember to call me if you have anything."


    "Yes!"


    After hanging up Xing Zhiping''s phone, Guo Shouyun beckoned. After knowing Wang Jue turned around and went out, he quickly brought in Jonathan Weir, CEO of Anping Power.


    "boss!"


    "Sit down and talk!"


    "thanks!"


    After the two parties sat down, "I have read the contract, and it is no problem. After signing it, hurry up and start the next project!"


    "Boss, the Yangcheng government hopes to hold a signing ceremony for the ''Jianggao Power Plant'', and I hope you can participate!" Jonathan Weir nodded quickly.


    "Signing ceremony? A gas-fired power plant with an installed capacity of 800 megawatts, still need to waste time to hold a signing ceremony?"


    Jonathan smiled wryly. In the heart of the big boss, any power plant with an installed capacity of less than 1,500 megawatts is a small project. In fact, below 1,000 megawatts is the norm for the installed capacity of power plants. Those power plants with 1,500, 2,000 or even larger capacity can be counted all over the world.


    "The signing ceremony may be just an excuse for the Yangcheng government. They may want to meet the boss and see if they can get more investment from you."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. In this era when the promotion of officials is directly linked to foreign investment and GDP, it is strange that he, a super rich man in charge of hundreds of billions of dollars in assets, passes by the local area and is not invited. In fact, when he was in Pengcheng, if his stay was not too short and he had little contact with the local government, he might have been approached by others.


    "You can arrange this. Tell Wang Jue and the others the time."


    Jonathan Weir nodded.


    "How''s Liu Renqi''s progress?"


    Liu Renqi, CEO of Anping Group Greater China, is in charge of power market expansion in China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia.


    "Very smooth. The speed of economic development in various parts of China far exceeds the growth of energy. Therefore, our proposal to expand the power plant has been supported by the local government." Speaking of this, Jonathan showed a hint of hesitation on his face.


    "something wrong?"


    "The local government is concerned that the project investment is too large, and the process of reporting to the central government for approval is too time-consuming. Therefore, in order to start the project as soon as possible, they plan to divide the second-phase expansion project into eight to twelve small projects, and the investment for each project does not exceed more than $30 million. Then put these items together into the whole project!" Jonathan nodded.


    According to the current regulations of the China Development and Reform Commission, if the investment in the mainland of China exceeds 30 million US dollars, it must be approved by the central government. But in the era of rapid economic development in China, there are too many such projects. It takes at least half a year to a year from the time of reporting to the end of approval.


    For such a long time, there are too many variables for the local government, which urgently needs a large project to promote local economic development. If you are not careful, investors may change their minds or be robbed by other brother provinces and cities. Therefore, cutting large projects into small projects, and then splicing small projects into small projects has become the usual method of local governments. As the saying goes, "there are policies from above, and countermeasures from below."


    However, although this method of brushing the ball has achieved efficiency and achievements, it can also be dangerous at times. If everything goes well, it''s fine, but something goes wrong later; for example, casualties, engineering accidents, etc.


    "Reject, we still follow the rules!" After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    Shortcuts are good, but the potential risks cannot be ignored. Moreover, he needs to use a huge investment in exchange for the right to import natural gas for the power plant''s own use from the Huaxia government. Wouldn''t it be in vain if he didn''t report it?


    After Jonathan nodded, Guo Shouyun continued: "How is the progress of HK Electric?"


    "They have completed the investment negotiation in Gui Province, and now they have arrived in Shancheng!"


    "The Li family''s decades of network accumulation are indeed much stronger than ours!" Guo Shouyun sighed.


    "It is true, but their funds are not as rich as ours!"


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, "Let Jeff Durant and Harry start contacting financial institutions such as HSBC, the World Bank, ****, etc. After the project is negotiated, it is also time to start financing. It''s gone!"


    "Yes!"


    After pondering for a while, Guo Shouyun continued: "Are you familiar with the international oil giants such as Exxon Mobil, BP, and Saudi Aramco?"


    "At several charity dinners last year, I met twice with the CEO of Exxon Mobil, but I didn''t have a deep friendship. However, now the CEO of ConocoPhillips, Ellison, is my college classmate."


    After thinking about it, "After the Huaxia incident is over, you can talk to these stone giants. See if you can sign a forward contract for oil and natural gas with them!"


    "Forward contracts?"


    "That''s right!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    A forward contract is a value-preserving tool that emerged in the early 1980s. It is a contract in which both parties agree to buy or sell a certain amount of a certain financial asset at a certain price in the future. The contract should specify the subject matter of the transaction, the validity period and the execution price at the time of delivery.


    Unlike instant transactions, which are futures, forward contracts are over-the-counter transactions. So it does not require margin, but it is more risky, especially to guard against the risk of default when the price of the underlying object rises.


    Knowing that the prices of oil, gold, iron ore and other commodities will rise, Guo Shouyun did not step into the forward contract market, which costs almost no cost. Food, I am afraid that the probability of being swallowed by them is even greater. But it''s different now. After more than three years of hard work, he has laid a solid career foundation and extensive network of contacts. Enough for the other party to weigh the consequences while breaching the contract.


    "For oil and natural gas forward contracts. 5 million tons or 10 million tons are acceptable. The more the number of agreements to be delivered, the better. The execution period is 1 to 5 years. The price is mainly based on the current market price. more than $40 a barrel."


    As for whether he can get forward contracts for oil and natural gas, Guo Shouyun is not worried. Now almost all oil companies are ramping up production because of rising oil prices. But they are also worried that the price of oil will fall again after the United States has crushed Iraq. At that time, oil prices will fall. In order to keep oil prices from falling too much, oil wells that have resumed production have to be semi-idle or simply reopened to reduce production. For oil extraction and processing companies, this is a loss they are unwilling to bear.


    Oil extraction and processing equipment is expensive and idle is the biggest waste. Therefore, for oil extraction and processing companies, stable demand is king. Forward contracts can undoubtedly provide this stable demand.


    After listening to Guo Shouyun''s words, Jonathan understood that the big boss was planning another financial adventure. However, given his long-term success. He didn''t say the original words of persuasion.


    The two chatted for a morning, and after having lunch together at noon, Guo Shouyun left the house. He did not go to NetEase because Ding Lei had already moved the headquarters of NetEase to Hangzhou. However, there is one more company here that he has to go to.


    "Mr. Guo, welcome, welcome!"


    While Guo Shouyun got out of the car, Li Jingwei led many company executives to greet him.


    Looking at Li Jingwei, who was already in his 60s, but with a red face and high spirits, as if he had just passed middle age, Guo Shouyun thought of the decadence and loss of each other when the two met for the first time in San Francisco. Comparing before and after, the two completely different states undoubtedly do not show that a successful career is the best catalyst for a man''s mental state.


    "Mr. Li, it''s been a long time!"


    After holding Li Jingwei''s right hand, Guo Shouyun smiled enthusiastically.


    "It still seems like what happened yesterday when I parted with Mr. Guo at the San Francisco Airport. But in the blink of an eye, it''s been nearly two years!" Li Jingwei nodded and smiled. Show closeness! "


    "Haha, that''s right....Come on, let me introduce Mr. Guo, this is Mr. Liang Cheng, the chief financial officer of our Jianlibao Group...!"


    After introducing the senior management of Jianlibao Group to Guo Shouyun, he walked into the Jianlibao Building, which is also the current company headquarters, surrounded by everyone. Accompanied by them, they simply walked around the company''s office area and came to Li Jingwei''s office.


    After the two sat down to each other, "Before I came, I read the data of Jianlibao in 2002. The revenue of 6.75 billion CNY and the profit of 1.32 billion CNY have created a new brilliance of Jianlibao Group. Mr. Li contributed greatly! "


    After pouring a cup of tea for Guo Shouyun, "Thanks to Mr. Guo''s help, there are no constraints from the government, corporate management is consistent, and the goodwill that Jianlibao Group has built up in the Huaxia market over the past 20 years, as long as we If you don''t make mistakes, then Jianlibao Group will still be the No. 1 beverage company in China!"


    "Mr. Li is indeed a senior who has experienced shopping malls and has a clear mind. I will toast you with tea instead of wine!"


    "Oh, thank you!"


    The two briefly touched the cups, and after each had a sip of tea, Guo Shouyun pondered for a while, "Now Jianlibao Group is developing really well, and it has accumulated a large corporate surplus. Have you ever thought about expanding the product line?"


    "I''m also thinking about this recently. I wonder if Mr. Guo has a better proposal?"


    "I don''t dare to propose, but I do have some ideas that are not yet mature, and they are only for Mr. Li''s reference." Guo Shouyun beckoned, and Wu Xiaojing, who was standing behind him, quickly took out a stack of documents and put them in his hand. (https:)


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    Chapter 413 Jianlibao Group


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    After taking a brief look, "This is a research report on the market of ''mineral water and bottled water'' in Huaxia that I have asked people to do before. The other is a research report on ''bottled functional drinks''. Mr. Li can take a look."


    Li Jingwei nodded. After taking a serious look, he suddenly raised his head and said, "Mr. Guo, what do you think of the carbonated beverage market?"


    "I''m not very optimistic! In the field of carbonated drinks, Coca-Cola and Pepsi-Cola have accumulated a very solid market foundation, not to mention the international market. Just inside the Huaxia market, Wahaha Group''s Very Coke, as well as Laoshan Cola and Fenhuang in the same industry Coca-Cola and other brands have not been able to shake the market position of Coca-Cola and Pepsi. If Jianlibao Group joins in, it will not gain much at the beginning. Unless you can deeply cultivate in the industry for five or even ten years, and you can accept the constant Otherwise, it will be difficult to build goodwill. It is as if any company that intends to enter the sports drink market cannot replace Jianlibao��s dominance in the industry.��


    "In contrast, in the mineral water and bottled water market, as well as the bottled functional beverage market, there is no absolute ruler in the Huaxia market. With the brand credibility of Jianlibao Group in the minds of consumers, it is easier to achieve success. Carbonated beverages and mineral springs Compared with water, bottled water and energy drinks, one is starting from scratch, the other is standing on the shoulders of giants, which is better and which is worse, I think Mr. Li has been in the industry for many years and must know better than me."


    Li Jingwei nodded, "Mr. Guo has a long-term vision, which is admirable. However, recently, many people are suggesting that I enter the carbonated beverage or dairy industry."


    "The truth is always in the hands of a few people. In addition, greedy can''t chew too much, and can take a leading position in one or two industries. With the huge scale of the Chinese market, it is already very amazing!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Li Jingwei pondered for a moment and then smiled: "Thank you Mr. Guo for your suggestion, I will seriously consider it!"


    "That''s good!"


    "If I list Jianlibao Group now, what does Mr. Guo think?"


    "Listing is for financing. Now Jianlibao Group is developing well, with huge profits, and there are no major acquisitions. Why rush to go public?"


    "Isn''t Hanhua Capital investing in Jianlibao Group for the purpose of going public and then withdrawing to make a profit?"


    Guo Shouyun took a deep look at the man opposite, and said with a light smile: "Mr. Li''s words are indeed correct. However, Hanhua Capital has different strategies for different investment goals. This strategy is divided into short-term operation and long-term holding. Jianlibao Group belong to the latter."


    Li Jingwei frowned without a trace, but quickly said with a smile: "I can rest assured. With a strong consortium like Hanhua as the backing, I believe the future of Jianlibao Group will be even more brilliant."


    "I think so too."


    After the two looked at each other and smiled, "Mr. Guo is a rare visit, why don''t we have dinner together at night?"


    "Okay! But first, I don''t drink alcohol!"


    "How can this work? How can you enjoy yourself without drinking?"


    "Tomorrow, we will discuss cooperation with the Yangcheng government. It is very important to keep a clear head!"


    Seeing his firm tone, Li Jingwei didn''t force it any more.


    After a brief chat between the two, they made an appointment to go to the hotel that Li Jingwei asked the secretary to book. After eating, Li Jingwei originally planned to take Guo Shouyun to experience the nightlife of Yangcheng. But he rejected it on the grounds that he still has a job tomorrow.


    Of course, work is indeed work, but there is also a hidden purpose. He wants to meet Wang Pengju. The other party is the representative of Hanhua Capital in Jianlibao Group and currently serves as the vice president of Jianlibao Group.


    "Is this information true?"


    Turning over the documents in his hand, Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "It''s absolutely true. If the boss is worried, he can ask someone to investigate!" Wang Pengju assured.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun nodded slowly.


    "It seems that he really manages Jianlibao Group as his Li family''s family business. No wonder he will test my views on the group''s listing before!"


    "Actually, he had contact with people from Morgan Stanley, but the contract he signed with us was very binding, and the success of MBO (management buyout) was not very successful, so the people from Morgan Stanley gave up." Wang Pengju road.


    After pondering for a while, "How capable are these Li family members who hold important positions in the group?"


    "Except for Li Hongge, who manages the finances, everyone else is a mediocre person! There are even black sheep!"


    "Black sheep? Who?"


    "Wang Guobiao, Li Jingwei''s brother-in-law, was originally in charge of the group''s purchase and sales, but I found out that he secretly took the dealer''s rebate, and the amount was as high as five million yuan. He was demoted to the bottling plant in Sanshui as the head of the security section."


    "Secretary chief? Why don''t you just fire such a big rat?" Guo Shouyun said angrily.


    "This is the case in China''s current environment, especially state-owned enterprises and collective enterprises, which pay less attention to management and pay more attention to human relations. Moreover, Li Jingwei has not received formal business management training, and his thinking is still in the era of planned economy. Therefore, although he has Excellent market intuition and business talent, but the idea that the ''big parent'' decides everything in his bones hinders the further development of the company."


    Guo Shouyun, who has experienced this era, understands that Wang Pengju is not talking nonsense. This was true in the business world in the early 2000s. It was not until later that with the growth of the population of higher education and the improvement of the legal system in China, this business atmosphere left over from the era of the planned economy was improved. But that was ten years later.


    "Tomorrow you will take me to the Group''s bottling plant in Sanshui."


    "Tomorrow? Don''t you want to meet the officials of the Yangcheng government tomorrow?"


    "That''s tomorrow morning, and I''ll have time in the afternoon."


    "Understood!" Wang Peng nodded.


    Looking at the information in his hand and remembering the scene he met with Li Jingwei today, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help sighing.


    "Two years can make a huge difference to a person!"


    Since the property relationship of Jianlibao Group was clarified, Li Jingwei directly excluded all the people who belonged to Shanshui Municipal Government in the group. In their place were his cronies and relatives. Even people with Hanhua Capital have been more or less marginalized.


    Such a change made Guo Shouyun begin to question whether his decision to hand over Jianlibao Group to Li Jingwei was wrong?


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who was in deep thought, Wang Pengju wisely chose to be quiet. Halfway through, after putting him at the gate of the community where he lived, the convoy drove towards Guo Shouyun''s villa in Yangcheng.


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    "Boss, here we are!"


    Wu Xiaojing, who was sitting beside her, reminded.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "By the way, I remember that your home is in Yangcheng, right?"


    "Yes!"


    "Go home and live these few days, it''s rare to be so close."


    "No, boss. Work is important, and I just went home during the Chinese New Year!" Wu Xiaojing said quickly.


    She has always been a little unwilling to take advantage of Wang Jue to work overtime during the Chinese New Year and take the lead in managing the business. So, how could it be possible to leave again.


    Guo Shouyun frowned, "The kindness of parenting is as great as the sky. I hate people who are not filial. I don''t even need an assistant who''s three times without entering the house. Do you understand?"


    "Yes!" Wu Xiaojing nodded quickly.


    After looking at her, Guo Shouyun pushed open the car door and walked out.


    Only when you lose it can you know how to cherish it, but unfortunately he doesn''t even have the qualification to lose it. Therefore, if he can choose, he is willing to give up all his wealth now, and exchange for a pair of parents who can accompany him to grow up and love him.


    Shaking his head and cleaning up his mood, Guo Shouyun strode into the villa. After coming to the study, after sitting on the sofa and thinking for a while, he took out his mobile phone.


    "boss!"


    A young but calm voice came from it.


    "Transfer a copy of Wang Pengju, vice president of Jianlibao Group, from the system to me!"


    "When do you want it?"


    "ASAP!"


    "Understood, it will be sent to your mailbox in five minutes!" Will Harrington replied.


    This elite graduated from Columbia University majoring in information management and has been in charge of Guo Shouyun''s intelligence consulting team for more than two years. With Guo Shouyun''s generous financial support, he not only established a file on the political, economic and military major figures of various countries around the world, but also included the files of the middle and senior managers of his companies. Although the former takes time to collect information due to the large number of people, it is still being improved. But the latter is relatively easy. So the data is relatively complete.


    "Is there any movement on the thing that has caught your attention now?"


    "The Schiff family has been doing nothing. Citigroup and ING Group are also busy deploying the Chinese market and dealing with investment opportunities brought about by rising oil prices, but they have not taken any action against the boss. The governmentThe Iraq war has become a reality. It''s a foregone conclusion, now we just have to wait for an order."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, if there is anything he is most concerned about, it must be the movement of the former enemy.


    "Understood! A-level targets should always be paid attention to. As for the Iraq war, it can be abandoned."


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, please help me improve the information on the First National Bank of Chicago and send it to me in two months!"


    "clear!"


    First National Bank of Chicago is one of the four major financial pillars of the Chicago consortium. Although it has declined somewhat under the exclusion of Wall Street in recent years, it is still the sixth largest bank in the United States. Such a financial giant cannot be swallowed by Guo Shouyun''s current status and connections, but he wants to give it a try.


    And its leader, Jamie Dimon, is a fine banker. If, in the end, there is no way to poach Stephen Bryan from Goldman Sachs, Jamie Dimon, who later led the bank, expanded step by step, replaced Citi as the first bank in the United States, and survived the subprime mortgage crisis without falling. The Financial Elite is another best option.


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun pondered for a while, "With my current strength, it is still too difficult to swallow the First National Bank of Chicago. I should be looking for some external help, but I am afraid that the time will be too late. ... In addition, compared to ******, although Phoenix is ??developing very fast, but with Jamie Dimon''s character, he may only be much smaller in choosing Phoenix."


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun picked up the phone again and found a number that had not been called for a long time.


    "Do you want to call? Should I communicate with Wendy in advance?"


    At this moment, he seemed a little hesitant.


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    Chapter 414: Marriage


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    "Dong dong...!"


    Just when Guo Shouyun hesitated, the knock on the door suddenly rang.


    "Come in!"


    Wang Jue, dressed in a black and white lady''s business attire, pushed the door and walked in.


    "Boss, the detailed operating information of Jianlibao Group in 2002 has been prepared for you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and frowned as he looked at the information on the table with only twenty pages.


    "Why so few?"


    "That''s all they gave."


    After picking it up and flipping through it, Guo Shouyun quickly found that the content was only a general discussion of the operation of Jianlibao. It is enough to deal with ordinary shareholders. But the details he wanted about Jianlibao Group''s procurement, distribution, distribution, and retailing were not mentioned at all.


    "It seems that he really treats me as an enemy!" Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun''s face became more thoughtful.


    "Boss, just now, Mr. Jonathan called to say that tomorrow morning at 9:30 is the time for the foundation-laying ceremony of Jianggao Power Plant. Please prepare in advance!" Wang Jue reminded cautiously.


    "Okay, I get it now!"


    "If you have no other explanation, then I''ll go down first!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, Wang Jue walked out lightly.


    After regaining calm in the room, Guo Shouyun threw the Jianlibao information in his hand aside. Although a little unhappy, Jianlibao is a trivial matter, and Phoenix, Ruby, and Anping are the foundation.


    Picking up the phone again, after thinking about it, she found Wendy''s number and dialed it.


    "Hey!"


    "Wait a second!" Wendy lowered her voice consciously, and after a while, "the children just fell asleep. Now, let''s talk!"


    "It''s nothing, I just want to call and hear your voice!"


    "You always say it nicely. ... By the way, I read that it was raining in Yangcheng. Wear more clothes, don''t catch a cold."


    "Don''t worry, I''m in great shape." After a pause, Guo Shouyun hesitated for a moment, "Wendy, Liv came to me."


    "My sister? What is she doing with you?" Wendy''s tone suddenly became much heavier.


    "She wants us to get married!"


    There was silence on the phone for a while, "What do you think?"


    "I want to marry you, but...I can''t abandon Molly!"


    "I never let you abandon Molly, and I think we are in good shape now." Wendy''s tone added a touch of sincerity, "Even if she wakes up in the future, I''m willing to support any choice you make. you."


    "thanks!"


    Guo Shouyun said sincerely.


    "I''m waiting for the day when I wear a wedding dress to marry you, rest early!"


    "Good night!"


    "Good night!"


    After hanging up the phone, after hesitating for a moment, he finally made the call that made him hesitate.


    "Hey, Bruce, you haven''t called me in a long time. What, what good characters are there to take care of me?"


    A somewhat frivolous male voice came from the receiver.


    "Isn''t your George Economic Company developing fast enough over the years?" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "Hey! It''s fast, but it''s too far behind you! ... By the way, I just signed a Colombian beauty pageant champion here, with a big chest and a raised butt. Would you like to try it? Don''t worry, the original one !"


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, "I''m not interested."


    "Don''t worry. I won''t tell Wendy about things between men."


    "She''s your sister!"


    "Aren''t you married yet, you''re not my brother-in-law!" At this point, George suddenly paused, "Aren''t you making this call to tell me that you''re going to marry Wendy?"


    "Besides, is there anything else worth calling you?"


    "Okay! I, the CEO of a Hollywood agency, really can''t compare to you, the chairman of Matrix Holdings. However, congratulations. You finally got out of that ridiculous relationship and understood the importance of cherishing the people around you."


    "George, my feelings are not funny!" Guo Shouyun emphasized.


    "OK, I was wrong! But, when are you going back to America?"


    "What''s up?"


    "Of course I''m taking you home to meet the old man. Isn''t that why you called me?" George Solo Roosevelt''s eyes shone brightly.


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly, "George, you are much smarter than I thought!"


    "Thank you for the compliment. But my mortal wisdom is far from yours!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "For the time being, I''m not sure when I will return to the United States. However, I will call you when I go back."


    "No problem! By the way, have you called Liv?"


    "No! You know, she''s always had a big opinion about me!"


    "Hehe, you are wrong. The reason why she has an opinion on you is because you never agreed to marry Wendy. She has long wanted to have a powerful brother-in-law. Only in this way can she go further in the political world. ."


    "Then what about you, are you the same as him?" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "Me? Of course! No one can refuse a super-rich brother-in-law. And you are not a simple super-rich. But I believe that the marriage with the Roosevelt family will not disappoint you."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded silently, "I have finished what I have to say, good night!"


    "Bruce, congratulations on making the right choice, good night!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun slowly stood up and walked to the window. Looking at the bustling city surrounded by neon lanterns outside, a complex emotion surged in my heart.


    He didn''t have any dislikes or liking for marriage, but he didn''t expect that the plots he just saw in or in the history books would happen to him.


    But life always goes on. Choosing Wendy is the best choice for him at the moment. The marriage is just an incidental to this marriage, not his original intention at the beginning.


    After thinking about this, his mood also became calm.


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    Jianggao is a small town located in the north-central part of Yangcheng. The terrain here is flat and the transportation is convenient. It is only 25 kilometers away from the largest Huangpu port in South China. It is adjacent to Dong-Guan, Zhong-Shan and other places, which are important industrial towns in Guangdong Province. Whether it is the input of external natural gas or external electricity demand, it is extremely convenient. This is also the reason why Anping Company chose to build a natural gas power plant here.


    When Guo Shouyun''s car stopped, he saw that Jonathan, who had arrived here in advance, was walking over with a group of middle-aged men in black suits.


    Guessing the identity of the other party, he quickly opened the car door and walked out.


    After the meeting between the two parties, "Boss, let me introduce you. This is Mr. Bai Bin, the mayor of Yangcheng City."


    "Mayor Bai, hello!"


    After holding his extended right hand, "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to be so fluent in Mandarin. I can''t hear any accent at all!"


    "This is all the credit of my adoptive father, who taught me Mandarin and Chinese culture since I was a child."


    "So Mr. Guo is also a Huaxia Tong?"


    "Don''t dare to be. The five thousand years of Chinese civilization has a long history, profound and profound. It is a blessing to know the fur, how dare you talk about mastering it!"


    Bai Bin smiled and nodded, "It seems that Mr. Guo has an excellent father!"


    "thanks!"


    "...This is Mr. Wang Chengkun, Deputy Mayor of Yangcheng City."


    "Mayor Wang, hello...!"


    Under the introduction of Jonathan, I got to know the senior officials of Yangcheng one by one. Everyone chatted briefly for a while, and when they were about to start the ribbon-cutting, a black GAC Toyota car drove over. This time it was ordinary, but the license plate was amazing.


    "It''s Senior Official Zhou''s car!"


    Without Guo Shouyun guessing, the voices of the surrounding officials had already told him the identity of the person who came.


    After the car stopped, a tall middle-aged man in a black suit walked out. The person''s face is slightly thin, and there are deep nasolabial lines on both sides of the nose, making the other person look a bit serious.


    When the other party came over, Bai Bin also took the Yangcheng officials to greet him. Guo Shouyun took two steps forward, chose a distance that was not too far or not, and stopped. It''s not that he is hypocritical or too proud, but that there is no place in front of him.


    "Boss, the person here is Zhou Qiren, a senior official in Guangdong Province!" Jonathan Weir, who was standing beside Guo Shouyun, reminded him.


    "have you seen?"


    "I just came to Guangdong Province, and I saw it once when I negotiated with the Yangcheng government for the Jianggao Power Plant."


    Guo Shouyun nodded After seeing the other side walking towards him, he took two steps forward and took the initiative to meet him.


    "Senior Zhou, it''s an honor to meet you!"


    "Mr. Guo is very polite. It is also our honor for an entrepreneur like you to invest in our Guangdong Province!"


    "My ancestral home is also Huaxia. If I have the opportunity to help the motherland develop better, I think I will be very willing!"


    Zhou Qiren nodded, "It is precisely with patriotic Chinese like Mr. Guo that our country will develop rapidly. ... I hope Mr. Guo can continue to support the development of the motherland in the future."


    "Of course! I am bound to do so."


    After shaking hands and having a brief exchange, the group walked onto the prepared podium under the leadership of the official who presided over the ribbon-cutting ceremony.


    The national anthem is played at the back, guest speeches, etc., are formulaic and long-winded, and do not say too much.


    Finally, everyone took the shovel tied with red silk flowers, and buried the iron box with the words "Foundation" inscribed in italics, various materials of the power plant, and the name of the founder, and the whole process ended.


    Compared with the groundbreaking ceremony, the lunch at the back is the big deal. Because here, we can communicate more deeply.


    "Mr. Guo has lived abroad for a long time, do you know if he is used to our liquor?"


    "I don''t care if I''m used to it or not. With Zhou''s high-ranking officials around, I''m going to sacrifice my life to accompany the gentleman."


    "It''s serious. Our task today is to eat and drink well. Let''s do our best to treat your distinguished guest!"


    With that said, Zhou Qiren picked up Maotai and poured a glass for Guo Shouyun.


    "Since the senior official Zhou said so, then I will let go."


    "Of course! You''ll be home when you get here. Even if you''re allowed to eat and drink, our Guangdong and Yangcheng governments can still manage a meal!" Zhou Qiren said with a smile.


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 Chapter 405： natural gas market

    Chapter 415 Natural Gas Market


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    "Then I would like to thank senior officials Zhou, Mayor Bai, and everyone present for their generosity." Guo Shouyun stood up, "I toast everyone."


    "cheers!"


    "cheers!"


    After everyone drank, Bai Bin smiled and said, "Mr. Guo, this Wenchang chicken is the representative of our Cantonese cuisine. The meat is smooth and tender, fat but not greasy, please try it!"


    "This time in Huaxia, apart from official duties, what I do most is to eat. Especially Cantonese food, the meal is not to be missed." Guo Shouyun put a piece of chicken in his mouth, chewed it for a while, and nodded with satisfaction , "You can''t eat such authentic Wenchang chicken in the United States!"


    "Mr. Guo, eat more if you like!" Zhou Qiren said with a smile.


    "Then I''m welcome."


    "Please!"


    It is said that Huaxia''s wine table culture is extensive and profound. But now he really felt it. Especially the sentence "Three rounds of wine, five flavors of food"! Before going through this procedure, everyone was talking about whether the wine was good or not, how delicious the food was, but it didn��t involve any business or investment. But once this was over, everyone''s attention was focused. The topic will never have anything to do with any topic outside of work.


    "Mr. Guo has a lot of outstanding companies, and the capital is even more abundant. China, especially Guangdong Province, is developing rapidly, and various industries have great potential. If Mr. Guo invests here, I believe that we will be able to get satisfactory returns in the future!"


    "Senior official Zhou, Guangdong Province is the fastest-growing province in China. Even I am in the United States. Therefore, Guangdong Province has always been the focus of our investment. Just like now, our Anping Group has invested nearly 2.2 billion US dollars. The second phase expansion of Zhu~hai Power Plant and the new construction of Jianggao Power Plant have a total installed capacity of 2,500 MW, which is not a small amount. In addition, Hanhua Holdings has provided 127 enterprises in Guangdong Province since its establishment. 17 billion Huaxia coins in venture capital and financing. These are enough to show that we are optimistic about the future of Guangdong Province!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Zhou Qiren smiled and nodded, "Mr. Guo''s investment has made outstanding contributions to the economic development of Guangdong Province. As a senior official, I want to say thank you!"


    "You''re welcome, we are mutually beneficial."


    "Hehe, mutual benefit is the foundation of long-term cooperation." After a pause, "I heard that Universal Studios under Mr. Guo has been seeking to build new sites in the capital city and the capital? However, why haven''t we considered Yangcheng or Pengcheng? "


    "Universal Studios?"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment. He did not expect that Zhou Qiren, a provincial leader, would take the initiative to ask about a project. But he reacted quickly. The scale of his own Universal Studios is huge, and the investment in each one exceeds 4 billion US dollars, which is an amazing project of 30 billion yuan when converted into Huaxia coins.


    Dropping 30 billion Huaxia coins will have a tenfold spillover effect. Employment, tourism, profits and taxes will all go to a higher level. Moreover, with the international popularity of Universal Studios, it will also become a shining city card of Yangcheng or Pengcheng, which can be said to have many benefits.


    "Yangcheng and Pengcheng are first-tier cities in China, of course we have considered it. However, because Hong Kong Disneyland has already occupied the first-mover advantage, in order to avoid competition, we temporarily gave up Yangcheng and Pengcheng. In addition, Universal Studios invested in The number is too large, and the total investment in Magic City and Beijing City exceeds 8 billion US dollars. Moreover, our Universal Studios in Hollywood, Orlando, Barcelona, ??and Osaka are also facing expansion. Coupled with the new construction of Universal Studios in Singapore, the capital has already been used. The limit. I really have no money to consider Yangcheng and Pengcheng."


    Guo Shouyun talked apologetically, but gave a great shock to the people around him.


    Mentioned him before, he was said to be a business tycoon and a financial tycoon. The scale of its enterprises is huge and has great development prospects. But the hearsay is always shocking without seeing it with my own eyes and hearing it with my own ears. Now, seeing people''s investment of billions or tens of billions of dollars at every turn, almost catches up with the annual foreign exchange income of Guangdong Province. Only then did I find out that people are really rich, and they are not ordinary rich.


    It''s just that they don''t know that Guo Shouyun''s so-called investment of tens of billions of dollars is only the total investment of the project. In fact, he only needs to invest 30%, which is 2 billion to 3 billion US dollars, to be able to leverage Universal Studios in Magic Capital, Beijing and Singapore.


    Of course, this kind of capital operation method is very complicated, and it must not be said at the dinner table.


    Zhou Qiren was also a little surprised by Guo Shouyun''s remarks.


    "Mr. Guo is really...!" Originally he wanted to say ''rich and powerful'', but considering the image of Huaxia in the world in the past and the identity of the other Chinese, Zhou Qiren was afraid to leave Guo Shouyun with the impression of ''hitting the local tyrants and dividing the land'' When it came to his lips, he changed it again, "Young and promising!"


    "You have passed the prize!" Guo Shouyun smiled slightly.


    In fact, he just said that for a reason. Because he has experienced the early 20th century in his previous life, he is very clear that now the local governments in China generally have the idea of ????greeting for the big and seeking perfection. In order to increase economic growth and GDP, in terms of foreign cooperation, the larger the scale and the larger the investment in foreign companies, the higher the preferential treatment. So in order to get better cooperation conditions, he doesn''t mind exaggerating his strength.


    "��Senior Zhou, in fact, I am very optimistic about the future development of Huaxia''s economy, so this time I came to Huaxia to implement an investment of tens of billions of dollars. Power plant investment and Universal Studios are the key points, but other than these two, we are still Seeking to enter the Huaxia natural gas distribution and retail market.��


    "natural gas?"


    Zhou Qiren raised his eyebrows slightly.


    "Yes! I know that in Huaxia, the upstream natural gas, including gas sources and pipelines, are all state-owned by Huaxia. Our Anping Company respects Huaxia''s economic system and does not set foot in upstream gas sources and intermediate pipelines before opening to the private economy. However, The downstream distribution and retail fields allow private economic and foreign capital investment. It is just that our company, Anping, has rich experience in the field of natural gas distribution and retail, and is also the world''s largest company in this field. Therefore, we are willing to cooperate with Yangcheng Gas Company. , under the name of the joint venture, to explore China''s rapidly growing natural gas distribution and retail market."


    Zhou Qiren nodded, "As long as it is a field that Huaxia allows foreign investment to enter, we very much welcome Mr. Guo''s investment."


    "Thank you for your affirmation, Senior Official Zhou, I''ll give you another toast!"


    "Alright! But let''s agree, this is the last cup. I''m not as old as you young people."


    "Senior Zhou is too modest. Your body is very good. However, since you said this is the last cup, let''s drink the last cup!"


    After eating this meal for two hours at noon, Guo Shouyun originally thought that his alcohol intake was not bad, and he was not too drunk. But he completely misjudged the situation at the dinner table. The officials of the Yangcheng City government seemed to regard him as an "attack target", and took turns to toast him.


    No way, the better thing to do with Wang Peng to go to the Jianlibao Group Sanshui bottling plant for inspection can only be pushed to tomorrow.


    Guo Shouyun, who slept all afternoon and night, the next day, although because of the good wine, his head didn''t hurt too much. But if I slept for too long, I feel that my whole body is sluggish. It wasn''t until after breakfast and half an hour on the treadmill that I felt better.


    "Those guys are all trained at the wine table, so they are really good at drinking!" Guo Shouyun shook his head, "If you encounter this kind of situation in the future, you can push it if you can. If you can''t push it, you can''t be too serious. "


    "Boss, Mr. Wang is here!" Wang Jue came over and reminded.


    "Understood, you take him to the reception room to wait for a while. I''ll take a bath and come down soon."


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, inform Matthew and let him prepare, we will go out in a while!"


    After waving her to leave, Guo Shouyun went upstairs to take a shower and changed his clothes before going downstairs.


    "boss!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun, Wang Pengju quickly stood up.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun responded and waved him to sit down.


    "Yesterday, because of my mistake, I made you run away in vain, sorry!"


    "You''re welcome, that''s what I should do!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, "I heard that you had a fight with Wang Guobiao at the executive meeting of Jianlibao last September? Why?"


    "Yes! After being reported by me at the time, this guy was a little embarrassed and angry. His words were ugly, and we started fighting!" Wang Pengju said quickly.


    "That''s it! ... Do you know Wu Hongmei?"


    Hearing the words ''Wu Hongmei'', Wang Peng raised his head with a ''hum'', and his heart suddenly became nervous.


    Looking at the deep eyes of the big boss, he instinctively wanted to deny the words, but he couldn''t say them when he came to his lips. Feeling the pressure, he hesitated for a moment before stammering: "I recognize... I know, she is my fellow... fellow."


    "Moreover, he is still the manager of the Audit Section of the Financial Department of Jianlibao Group!"


    "Boss, I was wrong! You punish me!"


    Wang Pengju is not a fool. Hearing this, he knows that the boss knows everything.


    Looking at him with sweat on his forehead, Guo Shouyun said indifferently: "You are young and poor, and you want to prove your heart in front of your first love after you are famous. There is nothing wrong with it. Even letting her be your lover willingly is your ability~www. novelhall.com~ But you shouldn''t take advantage of your position to bring her into the group. And she was also placed in such an important position as the manager of the audit department of the financial department. . . the difference?"


    "Boss, I''m just confused for a while. Please forgive me this time, just once, for the sake of my years of hard work and the development of Jianlibao Group!"


    Guo Shouyun gave him a deep look, "I can give you a chance, but what if you do it again?"


    Hearing his relaxed tone, Wang Peng raised his heart with joy and quickly assured: "If there is another next time, I don''t need you to come forward, I will resign myself."


    "Remember, you said it yourself!"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "However, although I forgive you, your mistakes must not go unpunished. ... Your options in Jianlibao will be reduced by 20%, and this year''s bonus will be fully deducted!"


    Wang Peng nodded bitterly. It doesn''t matter if the bonus is deducted, the 20% reduction in options is the real pain.


    "Okay, you go out first. I''ll go when I''m ready."


    Looking at Wang Pengju who turned around and walked out the door, Wang Jue hesitated for a moment, "Boss, why don''t you just fire him?"


    "Do you think I don''t want to? But if I fire him, where will I find someone with enough ability, who is familiar with the operation of Jianlibao Group, and who can think of Hanhua''s interests?" After a pause, Guo Shouyun His eyes narrowed slightly, "Besides, can you guarantee that the next person who replaces him will not make mistakes?"


    "Understood!"


    "I gave him a chance this time, I hope he can cherish it. Moreover, the management of Jianlibao Group has a big problem, maybe it really needs to be rectified!"


    After the words fell, Guo Shouyun''s face became more thoughtful!


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    Chapter 416 Anger


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    Sanshui, located in the central and northern part of Guangdong Province, has just been removed from the county in January this year and has become a municipal district of Foshan City. Guo Shouyun is not too unfamiliar with this future famous ''China Beverage Capital'', but he has never been there.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    The car got off the highway, and soon stopped outside a huge factory under the guidance of Wang Pengju. It can be seen that in the factory area surrounded by a half-meter-high wall and a one-meter-high Tie Shanlan, the factory building built with color steel plates is neatly planned, and the road surface hardened with cement is also very clean. The first impression of Guo Shouyun is not bad.


    The gate of the factory area is very wide, and the retractable door is open. You can see the large trucks pulling the finished products coming in and out from time to time, and it looks busy.


    "The others stay outside, Matthew, Pengju, you two go in with me!"


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun explained.


    He wants to see as much as possible the real situation of the internal operation of the factory, so he wants to reduce the target as much as possible. Beauties like Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing, as well as the luxurious motorcade, are the focus of attention, and naturally they should stay outside.


    Guo Shouyun and Matthew, who deliberately wore casual clothes, and Wang Pengju walked towards the gate of the factory 100 meters away.


    Because the door itself was open, the three easily got in. Originally, Guo Shouyun thought that someone would come and let them register. But even after he waited for a while, no one came.


    Looking at the empty post next to him, his brows could not help frowning.


    "Go and see!"


    After Matthew nodded, he walked quickly to the reception room next to him, looked inside for a while from the corner, and then walked back quickly.


    "Four security guards, gamble inside!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned deeper.


    "Pengju, go see if there is that Wang Debiao inside?"


    Wang Peng nodded, looked over and said, "No! It''s not inside."


    "Let''s go, let''s go in and have a look!" Guo Shouyun nodded and walked towards the inside of the factory.


    Wang Pengju didn''t dare to ask any more questions, and hurriedly followed.


    Guo Shouyun did not enter the factory immediately, but walked around the entire factory first. Staff in blue uniforms can be seen occasionally coming in and out in the middle. But no one came forward to ask them the identities of three people who clearly didn''t belong here. Although the bottling plant does not belong to any important industrial facility or secret unit, the vigilance is so low that it is enough to make Guo Shouyun feel uncomfortable as the boss.


    Moreover, in addition to security, the sanitation of the workshop is not up to standard, and he can clearly see the dust on the equipment from the window. Although employees are dressed uniformly, as a food industry, in addition to uniform dress, hair, hands, and feet should be treated to a certain extent, which are easy to carry dust and bacteria. Jianlibao is obviously lacking.


    "What''s that place?"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the back of the factory. The two buildings looked very old, similar to paper mills and flour mills in the 1970s and 1980s. The exterior was built with blue bricks.


    "That was the earliest factory building when Jianlibao was first established. Later, the company expanded, and this place was changed to the research institute of the group!"


    "Research Institute? You mean that Jianlibao''s formula is researched and perfected in this place?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "Yes!" After Wang Peng nodded, he hesitated for a while, "Boss, in fact, Jianlibao''s research institute is just an empty shell with less than 30 people, and the people working in it are all related households who only get paid and do not need to work. The formula of Jianlibao has not been updated since its establishment.��


    "Have you reported this to Li Jingwei?" Guo Shouyun said calmly after pondering for a while.


    "Reflected! He promised every time, but never moved."


    "How long did it last?"


    "A year and a half!"


    "Go, go and have a look!" Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes.


    Facing the big boss who couldn''t see his anger and anger, Wang Pengju, who was reprimanded in the morning, hurriedly followed.


    Following the red brick paved corridor with weeds in the gaps, I walked to the door painted with green paint. Before I could open the door, I heard voices inside, from the half-closed door gap. come over.


    "Brother Biao, Su Xue''s little girls haven''t promised you yet?"


    "No! Mad, this little saucy guy doesn''t know that the nerve is wrong. Last time I threw away all the flowers that I gave. If it wasn''t for her beautiful appearance, I would have slapped her mouth long ago."


    "Brother Biao, there are so many beautiful chicks in the factory, why should you love Su Xue alone?"


    "What do you know, a slapper on the street, does the pretty-faced little girl play less? Su Xue is different. She has **** and a raised butt, and she is still a college student. Besides, I just like her cold energy!"


    "Brother Biao is domineering, different from us!"


    "That''s right! But Brother Biao, I saw Su Xue walking very close to Chen Yiliang, the workshop director of the third workshop. Be careful, this meat that hasn''t reached your mouth will be snatched away by others!"


    "Chen Yiliang? What kind of thing is he worth comparing to me?"


    "In terms of background and ability, of course he can''t compare with you, Brother Biao, but women like handsome people. This Chen Yiliang has a good face and is very pleasing to women."


    "Yeah, Brother Biao. If you want me to tell you to do it all the time, I will find an excuse at night and get Su Xue to do it here. When you cook raw rice and cooked rice, you can do whatever you want in the future...!"


    Guo Shouyun''s face was ashen, he couldn''t listen anymore. Those damned guys in there are no longer as simple as worms, but criminals. If the guys inside succeed, it will not only ruin a girl''s future, but also ruin the reputation of Jianlibao Group. The hundreds of millions of funds he has invested are likely to be wiped out.


    "boom!"


    With a loud noise, the thick wooden door was kicked open by Guo Shouyun.


    The sudden movement shocked everyone in the room. And Guo Shouyun also saw the situation inside. In the room where the sundries were piled up in the corner and there were TVs, sofas, coffee tables and other furniture in the middle, five young men dressed in sleek clothes were staring at him.


    There were lo-mei and beer on the table, and obviously these people had been drinking here for a long time before he kicked the door.


    "Damn street boy, you are courting death!"


    A tall and thin young man wearing a gray coat with a dozen ear studs on his left and right ears scolded.


    "Boss, the one wearing the red jacket is Wang Debiao. Besides, I have recorded all the words they said just now!" Wang Peng raised in Wang Zheng''s ear and whispered.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun nodded. But before he could speak, Wang Debiao said first: "Mr. Wang, you are not staying in the office in Yangcheng, what are you doing here? Do you want to see that I, Wang Debiao, have not been treated badly enough by you? Also, Who are the two of them? You brought strangers into the factory, and you didn''t notice me, the security section chief, and didn''t take me seriously, right?"


    "You are Wang Debiao, Li Jingwei''s brother-in-law?" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "Who are you? My brother-in-law''s name is also your name?"


    Guo Shouyun was going to get angry and beat these bastards, but after seeing them, he became calm. Fighting with these **** who have no concept of right and wrong is too cheap.


    "Call Li Jingwei, let him put down everything in his hand, and rush here at full speed. ... Matthew, call Wang Jue and let them in. Also, let Lao Luo and Kasimov block the factory, there is no me today. order, no one is allowed to leave."


    "Yes, boss!"


    "Hey, you are arrogant enough, who are you!"


    Different from the clamor of a few bad friends, looking at Wang Pengju, who used to be high in the past, at this time, he behaved like a grandson in front of this strange man, and Wang Debiao, who was not stupid, knew that it was "broken"!


    "This boss, just now...!"


    Wang Debiao just planned to use his usual means to ease the atmosphere, but Guo Shouyun didn''t give him a chance at all, so he turned around and walked out.


    The burly Matthew stood at the door, dishonestly knocking him down. Soon, Guo Shouyun''s ears were clear.


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 Chapter 417： Li family

    Chapter 417: The Li Family


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    "Brother, what did Boss Guo say?"


    Just when Guo Shouyun inspected the Jianlibao Sanshui bottling plant and got angry because of Wang Debiao''s arrogant remarks, he was also being discussed by the Li family in the small conference room of Jianlibao Yangcheng headquarters.


    Li Jingwei glanced at his second brother and slowly shook his head.


    "I did not say!"


    "Didn''t say it?! Why? Hongge finally found an investment institution willing to provide funds and let us conduct MBO. Why didn''t you say anything?" Li Jinglin asked anxiously.


    "Yeah, big brother! Seeing that Jianlibao''s development is getting better and better. The ''management buyout'' is launched one day later, the less hope we have. As the leader of our Li family, you can''t help worrying!"


    Li Jingchun, the youngest in the Li family, has two older sisters who are already married. At Jianlibao, he is in charge of the overall logistics of the group.


    "Uncle, Jianlibao was developed by you and your uncles after working hard all your life. You can''t keep it in the hands of outsiders!"


    Li Hongjun, the third generation of the Li family, the eldest son of Li Jinglin, the manager of the sales department of the group.


    Looking at the anxious relatives around, Li Jingwei said with a slight anger: "You think I don''t want to take back the Jianlibao Group, which I have worked so hard to build all my life? I think more than any of you present. But is it useful? There is also a strategy." After a while, "When I met with Guo Shouyun a few days ago, I asked him side-by-side what he thought of the future of the group? He answered in great detail, and some of his thoughts were insightful. It was also in line with the reality of the current Huaxia beverage market. Apparently there was some preparation."


    "What does this mean?" Li Hongjun asked in surprise.


    "Just listen if you don''t understand, don''t ask nonsense!"


    Li Jinglin glared at his son with a "hate that iron is not steel".


    "Uncle, what do you mean: Guo Shouyun has a clear strategic plan for the future of Jianlibao, and will not sell the group easily?" asked Li Hongge with short hair.


    After glancing at the most outstanding niece in the third generation of the Li family, he slowly nodded.


    "I also asked him if he would allow Jianlibao Group to go public, but he refused!"


    Li Hongjun, who was unwilling to be robbed of the limelight by Li Hongge, thought for a moment and said quickly: "Aren''t Westerners interested in money? If we increase the MBO purchase price, I think the surnamed Guo will definitely not refuse!"


    Glancing at him, Li Jingwei nodded with a flat expression, "This is indeed a good idea. No matter when, enough money is the most moving thing."


    Li Hongjun, who was praised, glanced at his cousin next to him ostentatiously. But Li Hongge, who saw his expression in his eyes, was very disdainful.


    "idiot!"


    "But have you thought about it?" Li Jingwei continued, "How much money can our Li family spend for Jianlibao? 1 billion? Or 2 billion? This time, Guo Shouyun took the opportunity of the US-Iraq war, and was just a mango seed fund. The market has made nearly 4 billion US dollars. Not to mention, he also has giant companies with assets of tens of billions such as Matrix, Hanhua, and Phoenix. Do you think he will care about our billions of Huaxia coins?"


    "This?" Li Hongjun sneered after stunned for a moment, "Uncle, I''m just talking about it for your reference. If you think it doesn''t work, forget it."


    Li Jinglin, who couldn''t bear to see his son lose his ugliness, quickly changed the subject.


    "Brother, although it''s not enough to just spend money. But people have weaknesses. Guo Shouyun is a man, and if he is a man, he is not lewd. In addition, I heard that he likes antiques, so we can also make a fuss from here. In addition, our Li family is in Yangcheng is still somewhat related in China. If he is interested in other industries and companies, we can also help. In short, as long as Guo Shouyun owes the favor of our Li family, then Jianlibao''s MBO may not be difficult! "


    "That''s a way!"


    Li Jingwei nodded thoughtfully.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    At this moment, the phone rang suddenly.


    "Whose cell phone is it? Didn''t you mute all of them?" Li Jingchun said angrily.


    "Mine!" Li Jingwei picked up the phone and glanced at the caller ID, his face changed slightly at the same time, "Be quiet, don''t talk."


    After everyone nodded, he put on a smiley face and pressed the answer button, "Hello?...Oh, hello Assistant Wang!...What?...Okay, tell Mr. Guo, I''ll go right away!"


    "Brother, what''s wrong?"


    After the Li family hung up the phone, they hurried up to ask.


    "De Biao is in trouble again!" Li Jingwei said with an ugly face.


    "Ma De, this Wang Debiao is always causing us trouble, we shouldn''t have let him join the company in the first place!" Li Hongjun complained.


    "Okay, stop talking!" After interrupting him, "Brother, do you want us to accompany you?"


    "No need!" Li Jingwei shook his head after thinking about it, and then said with deep eyes, "I hope this time can be spent safely."


    Even though he said that, he always had an ominous premonition in his heart.


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    At 10:34 in the morning, the Jianlibao Sanshui bottling plant was taken over by Guo Shouyun''s bodyguard. Workers keenly aware of the change are also talking in private.


    "What''s the situation? Is there a big man coming to visit us?"


    "Who knows! But I saw foreigners among the bodyguards standing guard at the gate!"


    "Look, the big boss''s car is coming!" An employee near the door soon shouted.


    Everyone who heard the news ''hula'' all ran to the door. Sure enough, Li Jingwei''s Audi drove in. The car went straight back, and soon drove out of everyone''s sight. Although everyone is interested in watching the fun, but the team leader and workshop manager can let you take a look at the door, they are already good-natured. go out? Don''t want a job?


    Seeing Guo Shouyun standing at the door of the R&D room, Li Jingwei, who had a heavy expression, felt a little squeak in his heart. He knows that Guo Shouyun attaches great importance to the research and development of enterprises. Before, when the two were chatting, he had heard each other talk about it more than once. However, for some private purposes, the funds originally used by the group for research and development were misappropriated by him.


    The most important thing is that he did not expect that there are so many large-scale enterprises under Guo Shouyun, Jianlibao is just a trivial member of them, and the other party will go to its factory to inspect in person. Unprepared, he was caught off guard.


    "boss!"


    Looking at Li Jingwei who hurriedly got out of the car and trotted over, Guo Shouyun nodded slightly and took out Wang Pengju''s recording.


    Hearing his wife and brother''s arrogant, even ''criminal'' remarks, the sweat on Li Jingwei''s forehead came down.


    "I handed over the Jianlibao Group to you to run it, and you ended up using people like that? What''s the difference between this Wang Debiao and the gangster?"


    "Boss, I was wrong. I didn''t notice it for a while and let him in. But don''t worry, I''ll fire him right away and never hire him again."


    "I didn''t notice it for a while? But how did I hear that this Wang Debiao is your wife and brother? He also served as the general manager of the distribution department. It was not until he embezzled nearly 5 million dealers and was exposed by Wang Pengju that you were demoted to this place. Security manager?"


    "This... this? Boss, although this Wang Debiao is my relative, didn''t you say ''do not shy away from relatives''? And he is still very capable. The group has grown so fast in the past two years, and he has made a lot of credit, so I just gave him a chance to change. I just didn''t expect him to be so unsatisfactory...!"


    "Doesn''t shy away from relatives? A lot of credit?" Guo Shouyun smiled sarcastically, "Speaking such words from your mouth really refreshed my understanding of you."


    Looking at Li Jingwei whose expression was heavy and flustered, Guo Shouyun took a breath and calmed down, "Do you know why I came to Yangcheng?"


    "You said that it was mainly for the power plant invested by Anping Group here."


    "The power plant is just incidental, my real purpose is Jianlibao!"


    Li Jingwei''s eyes suddenly focused.


    "Generally speaking, for purely investment companies, unless there are special circumstances, I seldom go there to inspect, and the same is true for Jianlibao. When I first met you, I thought that as its founder, you are the most suitable for Jianlibao. Therefore, even if Wang Pengju increased Jianlibao��s performance by 25% during your absence, I still handed over the group to you. Because I believe that the person who understands a company best is its founder. people."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun changed his words and became a little more severe.


    "But what you did proves my decision to be wrong."


    "Could it be because of my misconduct that I was denied everything?" Li Jingwei, who had been trained for a few minutes, couldn''t help but asked.


    "Is it really just using people?"


    Looking at the deep eyes of the man in front of him, Li Jingwei felt uneasy, but he still held on, and said in a calm tone: "Besides, what else?"


    "What else? Hehe, look at the Jianlibao R&D center behind you. Is this the R&D center? I think it''s similar to a warehouse. Oh, no. The warehouse is at least clean. This is the place. With 40 million R&D funds per year, you invest in this kind of place? Do you think I have a problem with my IQ? Or do you think everyone is a fool? Oh, no. Maybe you think I am American. I can''t interfere with the operation of Jianlibao because of the Pacific Ocean. Besides, I''m just an investor, you founded Jianlibao, you are the boss here, you have the final say!"


    "Also, as far as I know. In the past two years, you have deposited nearly 50 million in your bank accounts opened abroad such as HSBC and UBS. Is this all the money that was misappropriated from Jianlibao?"


    Li Jingwei''s body trembled, and his pupils instantly tightened. Although he restrained his words and expressions, the turbulence in his heart could not be calmed down.


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 Chapter 418： The fallen Li Jingwei

    Chapter 418 The fallen Li Jingwei


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    "You think you''re doing it flawlessly. But you forgot what I do? ... Finance, I''m an expert!"


    After the words fell, Guo Shouyun gave him a cold look, "I met him, I don''t want to make too much trouble, write me a letter of resignation when I go back! Then keep five million of the embezzled money, and donate the rest. When I came to the Hanhua Charity Foundation, I thought it never happened."


    "It was written in our original contract that you can''t interfere with my operation of Jianlibao. And you said I was corrupt, do you have any evidence?" Li Jingwei said sternly.


    "Evidence?" Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Wang Jue, show him the information!"


    After answering, Wang Jue opened his briefcase, took out a stack of documents and handed it to Li Jingwei.


    "By the way, your relatives are really similar to you. When they reached out to the group''s finance, they were really not soft at all. However, please go back and tell them how to eat it and how to spit it out. Blame me for being rude."


    After speaking loudly, Guo Shouyun turned and left.


    "Wait...wait a minute!"


    Guo Shouyun stopped for a while.


    Looking at him who was half-turned, Li Jingwei said with a pale face: "If, I said, if I can return all the funds and rectify the management of Jianlibao, can everything be restored?"


    "It used to be difficult for the sea. Once trust is lost, it will never come back. You should understand this truth!"


    Li Jingwei smiled miserably, shook his body, and suddenly fell to the ground.


    Guo Shouyun jumped in his heart and ran over quickly. However, his knowledge of medicine was limited to simple wound dressing, and he couldn''t see what happened to Li Jingwei.


    "Boss, he passed out!" Matthew said.


    "Send to the hospital quickly!" Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    Li Jingwei is already 60 years old, and anything can happen to him when he is over 500 years old.


    "But don''t let anything happen!"


    Seeing Li Jingwei being carried into the car by Matthew, Guo Shouyun worried in his heart. Although his cooperation with the other party is over. But I don''t want the other party to disappear like this because of their own reasons.


    "Wang Pengju, you are the most familiar here, you show the way, let''s go to the nearest hospital!" Guo Shouyun explained quickly.


    Wang Pengju also knew that there was no time to delay. After nodding, he instructed Matthew to drive towards the First People''s Hospital of Foshan City!


    Seeing Li Jingwei being rushed into the operating room by the doctor, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief.


    "Boss, do you want to call their family?" Wang Jue asked softly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded after thinking about it.


    "Boss, you can''t fight now. If they come and start a riot here, it won''t affect us, especially you!" Wang Pengju quickly stopped him.


    "I think it''s better to call after his condition is diagnosed!" Wu Xiaojing suggested.


    "No, fight now. Life is at stake, and his family must be notified as soon as possible. As for work, there are so many storms coming, are you still afraid of this?!" Guo Shouyun calmly and confidently believed.


    He survived under the strong pressure of Enron, the Schiff family, the Bahrain family, Citibank, and ING Group, let alone now? !


    Looking at the man in front of him who exuded convincing and admirable charisma, Wang Jue nodded and called to the side to notify Li Jingwei''s family.


    But before his family arrived, the red light at the door of the operating room dimmed. Looking at the doctor who pushed out the door, Guo Shouyun hurriedly greeted him.


    "Hello, how is he?"


    "What''s your relationship with the patient?" After the middle-aged doctor quickly swept over them, his scrutinizing eyes stayed on Guo Shouyun.


    "Partnership, we are a partner of a business!"


    A look of surprise appeared in the middle-aged doctor''s eyes. He originally thought that the other party was a son or son-in-law, but he didn''t expect such a young person to be a business partner?


    "His condition is not very optimistic. Sudden cerebral hemorrhage!"


    "Cerebral hemorrhage?" Guo Shouyun said in shock.


    He was all too familiar with the name, and Molly was still asleep because of that.


    After looking at him, the middle-aged doctor nodded, "Fortunately, the amount of bleeding is very small, and there is no life-threatening situation for the time being. However, the patient is older, and if it drags on for a long time, the possibility of complications is high. So You must notify his family as soon as possible to determine the treatment plan!"


    Because of Molly''s relationship, Guo Shouyun is now half an expert on cerebral hemorrhage. Li Jingwei''s cerebral hemorrhage is not too serious, even without surgery conservative treatment can be cured. However, I am afraid that complications such as high blood pressure and arteriosclerosis will be fatal, but there is a high probability that it will lead to paralysis.


    "Doctor, is he awake?"


    "After the rescue, he is already awake. But don''t let the patient be stimulated again, or the condition will worsen and it may be life-threatening."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Thank you!"


    "No, it''s my responsibility! By the way, hurry up and go through the hospitalization procedures for him. His condition requires hospitalization."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after the other party returned to the ward, he waved to Wu Xiaojing and Wang Peng.


    "In order to prevent him from seeing my blood pressure rise, I won''t be here. Xiaojing, you look at Li Jingwei and notify me in time if there is any situation."


    "Yes!"


    "Pharaoh, go down and do the hospitalization procedures for Li Jingwei!"


    After leaving two bodyguards to accompany Wu Xiaojing, Guo Shouyun left the emergency room.


    "Boss, it''s all done! I''ve arranged for him the best ward here!" After half an hour, Wang Peng said back.


    After taking a look at the document, Guo Shouyun nodded. Just then, his cell phone rang.


    "Boss, the Li family is here! They want to see you!" Wu Xiaojing''s voice came from it. Guo Shouyun could hear a trace of worry and anxiety.


    "Understood, I''ll be there soon."


    "Boss, why don''t I go for you?" Wang Peng said.


    "Need not!"


    After shaking his head, Guo Shouyun walked to the inpatient department and went upstairs to the special ward area. As soon as he came out of the elevator door, he turned a corner and saw Wu Xiaojing and two bodyguards standing in the corridor, as well as the angry Li family members.


    Hearing the footsteps, everyone''s eyes turned.


    Seeing him, Wu Xiaojing seemed to have found the backbone, and the worry on her face disappeared. The anger on the faces of the Li family also subsided a bit.


    "Mr. Guo, you must give our Li family an explanation today."


    "What explanation?" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "My eldest brother has worked hard for the development of Jianlibao Group all his life. Why do you fire him? Besides, when you invested in Jianlibao Group, you promised to allow our Li family to carry out MBO mergers and acquisitions of it? How can you go back on your word now?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled sarcastically, "Your name is Li Jinglin, right?"


    After the latter nodded, he continued: "I originally thought that you would care about your elder brother lying on the hospital bed first. I was also mentally prepared to be questioned by you, who knows that you are most concerned about your own interests. !...However, it doesn''t matter what you do. We, Hanhua Holdings, in Jianlibao Group own the majority stake and have the final say. So don''t think about it. And even if it''s MBO, it''s Li Jingwei, what are you?"


    "Since you said eldest brother, why did you dismiss him? If it weren''t for you, he wouldn''t have been hospitalized with a sudden cerebral hemorrhage. You have to take full responsibility for this." Li Jingchun said quickly.


    "Take full responsibility? ... Do you know why I fired him? Because of you!" Guo Shouyun pointed at Li Jingchun, "From March 2001 to the present, you took advantage of your position 13 times and misappropriated 3.248 million purchase funds. You, Li Jinglin! During your tenure as the deputy general manager of the group, you privately greed for 4.37 million yuan from the ink channel merchants, and shipped them at a low price, causing the group to lose 32.9 million Chinese dollars."


    "Li Hongjun, you are more greedy than your three uncles. You have five high-end villas in Yangcheng and Modu, and you have three lovers. I admire you a little. If nearly ten million funds are swallowed up, you will Do you really think you are perfect?"


    After scolding the greedy members of the Li family one by one, Guo Shouyun''s eyes stopped on Li Hongge, who had short hair and a calm expression.


    "Your name is Li Hongge, right?"


    "Yes!"


    The latter glanced at him and nodded.


    "I''m very curious, when your relatives, friends, uncles and elders are taking control of the group''s finances, have you never been tempted?"


    "Everyone likes money. However, I don''t like the way they get money. Moreover, I believe that in my own ability, it is much easier to make money through the right way than the wrong way!"


    After taking a deep look at her, Guo Shouyun said, "You have a double master''s degree in business management and law from the National University of Singapore?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded I appreciate people with talent and moral bottom line! So, I give you a chance. As long as you can get the money back from your family''s corrupt syndicate, you are still the CFO of the syndicate. "


    "Cousin, don''t listen to him, he''s just a villain who goes back on his word!" Li Hongjun, who had nothing to do with the city, said sternly.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him lightly, too lazy to care about this idiot.


    "If I help you, can you promise not to sue them?" Li Hongge said after thinking for a while.


    "Can!"


    "How can I detail you?"


    "You can only choose to believe me. Otherwise, the money they embezzled is enough to serve ten years in prison." After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes slowly swept over the Li family. Except for Li Hongge, everyone who looked at him bowed their heads in a guilty conscience.


    "You should thank your eldest brother, if it wasn''t for the fact that he founded Jianlibao, and he is still diligent, I would not waste my words with you here, but would have called the police directly!" He glanced at Li Hongge, "Remember My words... Oh, yes. Li Jingwei''s medical expenses group will reimburse you, this is my last mercy to your Li family."


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun greeted his own people, turned and left the hospital. ...


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 Chapter 419： Wanglaoji

    Chapter 419 Wang Laoji


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    Watching him go farther and farther, until the back disappears. After Li Hongjun breathed a sigh of relief, he panicked: "Dad, what should we do? We won''t really go to jail, will we? ... Cousin, you can''t betray us!"


    "Why didn''t you think about me when you hugged the money?" Li Hongge glanced at him in disgust and said coldly.


    "Hongge, how could someone surnamed Guo know so clearly about our affairs?" Li Jinglin said suddenly.


    "Second uncle, don''t you think I''m telling the secret?"


    "You are in charge of the entire group''s finances, which will inevitably make the second uncle suspicious!"


    "Oh! Although I can''t stand what you are doing, you are still my relatives. If I really want to tell the truth, I won''t implicate my dad!" Li Hongge said coldly.


    "Hongge, you don''t really intend to listen to that surnamed Guo, will you settle with us?" Li Jingchun said.


    "Dad, do you think I''d like it? People have already checked out your parents, what can I do? Are you really going to go to jail?"


    "Of course not!" Li Jingchun quickly shook his head, "Daughter, Dad knows that you are the smartest. We used to be confused, Dad said sorry to you on behalf of everyone. Now our Li family is at the most critical moment, and you have to help us. Think of a way?"


    "Cousin, we grew up together, you can''t ignore us!" Li Hongjun said quickly.


    Seeing these greedy and mediocre relatives, Li Hongge sighed helplessly.


    "Didn''t you listen to what they said? As long as you pay back the money, Mr. Guo will let it go!"


    Several people looked at each other, and after exchanging glances, Li Jingchun sneered: "Daughter, most of the money has been spent, how can it be possible to pay it back!"


    "Cousin, now we need money for food, drink, and Lhasa. Even if we want to, we can''t come up with so much money."


    Seeing relatives who, including his father, still make plans for his own small treasury even at a critical moment, Li Hongge was furious. But the bloodline thing is constantly giving up, she can''t choose her origin, so she still has to plan for them.


    "It can be seen that Mr. Guo still cares about the uncle. If you don''t want to go to jail, go to the uncle and ask him to ask Mr. Guo for mercy."


    "That''s a good idea!"


    Thinking of Guo Shouyun''s different attitude towards Li Jingwei in his remarks just now, the eyes of Li Jingchun and the others quickly lit up.


    Seeing them rush towards the ward next to them like a treasure, Li Hongge, who was left behind, sighed deeply.


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    "Boss, do you just forget it?"


    On the car back to Yangcheng, Wang Pengju asked carefully.


    "Do you have a better way?"


    "I think they have created such a big deficit for the group and dragged down the group''s development. They should learn some lessons!"


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun said indifferently: "Being a person and doing things, you must leave a little leeway. Although the Li family made mistakes, they are not my enemies, so I don''t want to do too much. Moreover, Jianlibao''s top management will definitely reshuffle the cards. There has been a turmoil in the Huaxia business world, and the Li family and us will be caught in the whirlpool of public opinion. If they have no way out and come out to talk nonsense, whether it is correct or not, under the propaganda of the media, it will make us passive. Kill this possibility in the cradle in the first place."


    "The boss'' ''take one step and see three steps'' is really wise!"


    "My ears are not that soft, so I don''t need to say compliments. ... This time the Li family stepped down, and you are the CEO of Jianlibao. But you remember, I forgive you for your previous mistakes. But if you make it again, don''t say me I didn''t give you a chance."


    Wang Peng raised his heart and said quickly: "Yes, I will definitely keep it in my heart! I will never disappoint the boss''s expectations!"


    "I hope you can do it. In addition, regarding the development strategy of Jianlibao Group. In addition to the mineral water and bottled water business I mentioned to you, as well as the functional beverage business, I also hope to improve the product matrix of Jianlibao! In the existing On the basis of 330ml, two new products are made, 250ml filling and 500ml bottle.��


    "Yes!"


    "In addition, hurry up and improve the R&D department of the group, and don''t go back to Sanshui''s warehouse. Find a suitable address in Yangcheng. ... The first task of the R&D department is to develop functional drink recipes."


    "Secondly, Jianlibao Group is a food company, and hygiene standards are the first. Therefore, in addition to the existing professional attire, employees must wear gloves and headgear, and uniform shoes when entering the production workshop. If you do not have a specific impression, I can give You refer to an example. For example, the chief surgeon in the hospital, how to wear when they enter the operating room, you can tell me how to perform it in Jianlibao. "


    "This, will the boss be too strict? Moreover, it will increase our operating costs."


    "Some costs need to be added!"


    In the past two generations, he has seen too many examples of corporate reputation declining due to hygiene problems, and then going downhill.


    After Wang Peng nodded, Guo Shouyun continued: "Your next task is to rectify the interior, establish a more detailed corporate hygiene system, and develop new products at the same time. ... I will give you one year to do these things, and I will see it in a year. to the result!"


    "clear!"


    "By the way, contact Guangzhou Pharmaceutical Group and see if you can buy the formula of ''Wanglaoji'' herbal tea from them!" Guo Shouyun said thoughtfully.


    "Guang Yao? Herbal tea formula?" Wang Peng was stunned for a moment.


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively. Back then, the phrase "I''m afraid of getting angry and drinking Wanglaoji" allowed Jiaduobao Group to create an annual sales of 10 billion yuan, surpassing Pepsi and Coca-Cola and becoming the number one brand in China''s beverage industry. The past is vivid in his mind, and if he can, of course he chooses to let Jianlibao replicate this success.


    "If the other party sells, what about the quotation?"


    "Within 50 million Huaxia Coins, you can make your own decisions. If it exceeds, call me again!"


    Wang Pengju was a little surprised. Guo Shouyun was willing to exchange the 50 million yuan for another herbal tea brand and formula, which really made him curious about ''Wanglaoji''.


    The two parted in Yangcheng, Wang Pengju was busy rectifying the Jianlibao Group, while Guo Shouyun went home. Of course, he went home not to rest, but to deal with a lot of documents and reports from various companies.


    "Boss, Standard Chartered''s funds have arrived! It has been transferred to Mang Zhong''s account according to your instructions."


    Listening to Xing Zhiping''s voice on the phone, Guo Shouyun nodded, "Got it! What''s going on in Hong Kong?"


    Xing Zhiping knew that he was asking about shorting China Land, and quickly said: "Liu Ruoxiong seems to have sensed our move and has already acquired shares of China Land in the market."


    "As expected. Our actions are becoming more and more explicit, and it is impossible for him not to notice. However, even if he does, he will not be able to catch up with us when it comes to capital."


    "That''s true, but this person has some power in Hong Kong. I attended a friend''s banquet some time ago, and Lin Jianyue from Lixin Group actually took the initiative to find me and intercede for Liu Ruoxiong!"


    "Intercession? Oh, if I don''t make money back from the acquisition of Golden Harvest, I will spare him? ... Don''t pay attention to these people, and short Chinese Real Estate according to my instructions. If you don''t have me, you don''t have to stop."


    "Yes! ... However, 70% of the shares of Huaren Real Estate are in Liu Ruoxiong''s strength. There are not many outstanding shares. There is not much room for us to short. Even if the stock price falls, we will not be able to make much money!"


    "I can''t earn it now, but maybe in the future!"


    Listening to the meaningful words of the big boss, Xing Zhiping did not speak again. The boss''s vision in finance has long been proven by countless facts, far exceeding the imagination of ordinary people.


    "One more thing. Tang Wenfang has spent all the 210 million Huaxia coins you gave her. She asked me to ask you if I could give her 40 million in advance. She plans to buy three middle-class courtyard houses in Houhai. It''s a rare opportunity."


    "Wait! When I asked you last time, didn''t you say she hasn''t done it yet? Why did she spend all the money so quickly, and it''s not enough?" Guo Shouyun was surprised.


    "At the beginning, I was just as unbelievable as you After I got to know it, I found out that not to mention 200 million, twice as much is not enough. ... She went directly to Xidan, Sanlitun, Chaoyang, Wangjing, Wangfu Around several core business districts, 21 new mid-to-high-end communities were selected, and two buildings were purchased in each community.��


    Guo Shouyun was surprised, "This is really simple and rude! But it''s like something Tang Wenfang can do."


    "Siheyuan in the capital is a scarce resource, give him 40 million yuan! If it is not enough, temporarily transfer it from the funds for the acquisition of Master Kong and Gree."


    "Yes!"


    "Do I need to tell Tang Wenfang? If she wants it like this every day, Hanhua Trust doesn''t have so much money!" Xing Zhiping said in a defensive manner.


    After Guo Shouyun thought about it, he agreed. Everyone is greedy. If you ask for money from the head office, I believe that no CEO of a subsidiary company will refuse.


    "By the way, do you know Chen Hongdao from Jiaduobao Group?"


    "I''ve heard of it, but I don''t know it!"


    "Pay attention to this person for me, and collect his information by the way." Guo Shouyun explained.


    "OK!"


    Finally, after chatting with Xing Zhiping about the development of several companies invested by Hanhua Trust, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. ...


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 Chapter 420： Raise your hand

    Chapter four hundred and twentieth raise your hand


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    After hanging up Xing Zhiping, Guo Shouyun quickly called Yu Fei.


    "boss!"


    "Hmm! ...I see the price of gold and oil have come down these days!"


    "It is a matter of course. The U.S.-Iraq war is a foregone conclusion, the early panic is over, and the capital market will naturally return to rationality. However, as the boss said: the United States will actively raise oil prices and make the world pay for his war. Therefore, oil futures And the outlook for gold is still very exciting."


    "You just understand. What is the investment ratio of the Mang Seed Fund in gold and oil futures now?"


    "Gold $2 billion, oil futures $4 billion, 10% margin, 10x leverage!"


    "It seems that the size of the mango seed fund has grown again during this time!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Hey, thanks to the boss''s operations in the gold and oil markets some time ago, the reputation of the Mang Seed Fund has skyrocketed in the world, especially in the Asian capital market. The scale has increased by 37%! At present, the funds under our management have exceeded 10 billion US dollars, reaching 10.9 billion. There are also sovereign funds such as Temasek Holdings and Abu Dhabi Investment Authority among our clients. The funds under management for us are not more than $500 million, but it is a good increase in the goodwill of our awn seed fund."


    "Not bad! The weekend is almost here, remember to send me the investment allocation and balance sheet of this week''s Mangosteen Fund!"


    "OK, no problem."


    "Han Wah Trust just deposited $3 billion into my account in the Mang Seed Fund. You set aside 20% for me as a margin, and the rest is invested in oil futures at a leverage of 5 times!"


    "There''s no problem with investing, but how come it''s only 5x leverage? Boss, when did you become so courageous?"


    Guo Shouyun rolled his eyes, "This part of the money was given to Anping and Universal Studios to expand their business in Huaxia, and now I temporarily use it for capital operation. 5 times leverage is already high risk. Why, I If you lose, are you responsible?"


    "Hey, the boss is always so wise!"


    "Stop flattering. Just keep an eye on the gold and oil markets. If the fluctuations exceed 100 basis points, remember to notify me as soon as possible!"


    "OK, boss!"


    The funny voice made Guo Shouyun hang up the phone speechlessly. Among the many CEOs under his banner, Yu Fei and Michael Barry of Sunshine Capital are definitely two extremes. One is funny, free-spirited, and believes in ''passing through thousands of flowers, and a leaf doesn''t stick to one''s body''; the other is taciturn, unable to beat a fart with three sticks, and of course attracting the opposite **** can be imagined.


    However, despite their different personalities, their understanding of life is also vastly different. But what the two have in common is that they have their own professional ethics, and at the same time have amazing talents in the financial field that ordinary people can''t match.


    On the third day, Jonathan Weir came to Guo Shouyun''s house with a contract with Yangcheng Natural Gas Company.


    "Boss, it''s basically confirmed. We jointly invested 500 million Chinese yuan with Yangcheng Natural Gas Company to establish ''Yangping Natural Gas Service Company'' to develop the Huaxia natural gas distribution and retail market. In terms of shares, Yangcheng Natural Gas Company accounted for 51%, and we accounted for 49%. , this is a signed contract!"


    After taking it over and flipping through it briefly, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "The main business of Pacific Energy Group is the construction and operation of power plants, as well as the transportation and sales of natural gas. Therefore, developing the natural gas market in Huaxia is also an important task for the group. However, our capital is limited, and it is impossible to take care of all businesses at the same time. Therefore, In the next five years, the construction and operation of power plants will always be the focus of our Pacific Group in the Chinese market. The investment of both parties can be applied 2:1, but it is not absolute, you can adjust it appropriately."


    Before the subprime mortgage crisis, China''s economy developed rapidly and the demand for electricity increased sharply, so investing in power plants at this time was the most profitable. When electricity demand declined, China''s economy began to shift to high-quality growth, and pollution was strictly controlled, the demand for natural gas began to grow rapidly.


    Knowing this general trend, it is not difficult to formulate the development strategy of Pacific Group.


    After Jonathan Weir nodded, "Boss, Yangcheng''s business has basically come to an end, and the rest is left to the group''s Greater China team. So, tomorrow I''m going to Tanzhou to develop new business!"


    "Tanzhou, you don''t have to go, let Ricky Kaoshi be in charge. You and Liu Renqi will transfer to the capital, and formally meet with the government, the government, the development committee, and the power supervision and management committee, and strive for an early date. Get the right to import natural gas for your own use." Guo Shouyun said quickly after pondering for a while.


    Looking at the questioning look on his face, "The original strategy from local to central has too many uncertainties. It may be a better choice to strike at the same time on both sides."


    Jonathan Weir nodded. His time in China was not too short, and he gradually realized that China''s politics and economy were different from those of the United States.


    "In the future, will we first set up a cooperation framework with the local government, and then we will discuss with the central government in the capital?"


    "That''s right. Moreover, we must make full use of the local government''s contacts in the central government to provide certain assistance to our negotiations!"


    "Understood!"


    "How''s the forward contract going?"


    "I have spoken to the top of ConocoPhillips by phone, and they agreed. But for a more specific agreement, the US headquarters still needs to come forward and talk to them!"


    "This thing puts Jeff Durant in charge."


    "Okay, I''ll call him later!"


    Regarding the oil and gas forward contract, Guo Shouyun explained to Jonathan Weir carefully before sending him away.


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    "Boss, it''s time!"


    Wang Jue came over and reminded.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, went upstairs to change clothes, and took her and bodyguards out.


    In 2003, Yangcheng was not as congested as it was in the future, so it took more than half an hour to arrive at the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, where Li Jingwei had already been transferred for treatment.


    In the intensive care unit, after Guo Shouyun knocked on the door and entered, except for a nurse who was taking care of him, he did not see Li Jingwei''s family. The Li family that I saw at the Foshan People''s Hospital that day was not even half of them.


    "boss!"


    "Don''t get up!"


    Guo Shouyun stepped forward and held down Li Jingwei who was about to get out of bed to welcome him.


    "How are you feeling better?"


    "Except for the lack of strength, the rest is much better!" Li Jingwei smiled weakly.


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun sighed when he looked at Li Jingwei, who had a pale face and dull eyes, as if he had aged a lot all of a sudden.


    "Sorry, I didn''t expect it to end like this!"


    Li Jingwei smiled and shook his head, "This has nothing to do with you, it''s because my own ability to withstand pressure is too poor. Moreover, the person who really apologizes should be me. Over the years, the group has suffered a lot of losses for my own selfish desires. Moreover, He also indulged my group of relatives to control the operation and finance of the group, and made a good Jianlibao stagnated for nearly two years. Last year, it was surpassed by Wahaha and Robust, alas...! Maybe as you said , I''m really not suitable for the current Jianlibao, let alone the Huaxia business environment in the new century!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, who was slightly stunned, Li Jingwei smiled and said, "I''m surprised that I can think so, right?"


    "There are some!"


    Guo Shouyun did not hesitate.


    "Walking around on the edge of life and death, everyone will understand a lot of questions." After a pause, "I accept your decision and resign from Jianlibao. At the same time, I will return all the money that should belong to the group. But I can finally take the liberty of mentioning request?"


    "you say?"


    "Though my relatives are incompetent, they have blood connections with me after all. So, I want to ask for mercy for them, and I hope you can raise your hand and let them go."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "As long as they return the money from the corrupt group, I will not pursue it for your sake."


    Li Jingwei said with a wry smile: "They used the money to play, gamble, raise women, and even make up all of it. So, I hope you can let them pay less. Don''t worry, I will try to make up for the difference. "


    Looking at his old but earnest expression and eyes, Guo Shouyun sighed.


    "Old Li, are they really worth what you do?"


    "Whether it''s worth it or not, this is the last time I help them. When this is done, I''ll just go back to my hometown and be a farmer facing the loess and back to the sky, and never set foot in the mall again!"


    Looking at Li Jingwei who seemed to see through the world, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but feel a little complicated.


    "If I hire you as Jianlibao''s consultantwould you like it?"


    Li Jingwei pointed to his head still wrapped in gauze, "This can''t stand the toss. So, you''d better let me live two more years."


    "Well, since you''ve made up your mind, I won''t say much. Besides, I''ve agreed to your request. I won''t ask them to return all, but at least 50%!"


    "Thank you!"


    "No. They should be lucky to have you intercede for them!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Why didn''t you see your family?"


    "My wife has gone to take care of her brother who is hospitalized. One of my son and daughter is in Beijing and the other is in Singapore. They are busy with work. I didn''t let them know."


    After listening, Guo Shouyun didn''t know what to say, but such a family was not what he wanted.


    Later, after the two briefly chatted for a while, Guo Shouyun left. From this day on, Li Jingwei, the founder of Jianlibao, completely faded out of the management of Jianlibao Group. Under his instruction and Wang Pengju''s operation, Jianlibao''s senior management changed blood. However, Li Hongge completed Guo Shouyun''s account, so she is still the CFO of Jianlibao Group. Her existence is also left by Guo Shouyun, a **** to check and balance Wang Pengju.


    It has to be said that the imperial technique left by the ancestors does have a unique role in the royal family. ...


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 Chapter 421： Adoptive fathers former residence

    Chapter 421: Adoptive Father''s Former Residence


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    After solving the problems left by Jianlibao, it was time for Guo Shouyun to leave Yangcheng. No one was notified. On a good morning, I drove on National Highway 25. Instead of going to Pengcheng, he turned to National Highway No. 15, passed through Shantou, passed Xiamen, and came to Quanzhou, Fujian Province! Considering that it was getting late, Guo Shouyun found the best four-star hotel here and stayed for one night, and then drove to Shishi City, which is directly under the jurisdiction of Quanzhou ~ Prefecture, the next day!


    "Boss, Xiangyun Village is ahead!" Matthew reminded.


    Looking at the unfamiliar street outside through the car window, Guo Shouyun nodded. Like most of the towns on the southeast coast, Xiangyun Village has also become rich due to the economic development brought about by the return of overseas Chinese and Chinese capital. Therefore, although it still bears the name of a village, it is not inferior to ordinary small inland towns.


    And the reason why Guo Shouyun came here this time was to take a look at the place where his adoptive father grew up. If possible, he will move his remains back here for burial in accordance with his will.


    While Guo Shouyun was contemplating, the two cars parked outside the village committee.


    He pushed open the car door and came out. He briefly looked at the red-tiled and white-walled neighborhood committee in front of him, two stories high, and walked in with his legs raised.


    Seeing that three or four of them came in, and they were handsome and beautiful, and their temperament was obviously not that of ordinary people, the village cadre on duty in the village committee was stunned for a while, and then quickly greeted them and asked, "Hello, who are you looking for? ?"


    "Hello, I''m the person in charge of the ''Guo Jiancheng Charity Foundation'', my name is Guo Shouyun!"


    Guo Jiancheng Charitable Foundation is a charitable fund established by Guo Shouyun in the name of his adoptive father. It is under the name of Hanhua Charity Foundation and is dedicated to the support of his adoptive father''s hometown, that is, the support of the elderly orphans in Xiangyun Village, and the medical treatment for serious illnesses of the residents of Xiangyun Village. and tuition fees for poor students.


    At the beginning, he converted all the assets of nearly 6.5 million US dollars left by his adoptive father into Huaxia coins as the funds for this charitable fund. turn.


    "Hello!"


    As soon as they heard "Guo Jiancheng Charity Foundation", the cadres on duty immediately became enthusiastic. In the past two years, thanks to the donation of this charitable fund, the happiness index of Xiangyun Village has risen by countless levels, and it has become the envy of dozens of surrounding villages and towns. Therefore, every villager in Xiangyun Village is grateful to this foundation.


    "...Your foundation''s office is on the second floor, I''ll take you there."


    "thanks!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "You''re welcome, your foundation is a big benefactor of our village! With you in the past two years, all the girls in the surrounding ten miles and eight villages are willing to marry us..."


    From his words, Guo Shouyun heard enthusiasm and gratitude. So, it''s bound to be a bit rambling, but it''s not annoying either.


    "Old Liu, someone from your foundation is here!"


    It can be seen that this person is very familiar with the people in the Foundation''s office in Xiangyun Village. After simply knocking on the door a few times, he pushed it open and walked in.


    After entering behind him, in an office of about fifty square meters, a middle-aged, two young people, three people looked at the door at the same time.


    When Liu Jianming saw the tall young man with white temples walking in behind his friend, a trace of doubt appeared on his face. Among the Foundation''s management, he has not met this person. But judging from the temperament of the other party and the followers behind him, it can be seen that the other party is obviously not an ordinary person.


    "what��!"


    When everyone was unprepared, a scream full of joy and surprise suddenly came from their ears.


    Liu Jianming shivered in his heart, turned his head and scolded a young girl in a pink top with an apple face, "Xiao Zhao, what are you doing crazy!"


    The employees under him lost the chain at a critical moment, which really made him a shame as a leader. Especially in front of so many people.


    Zhao Tingting rarely paid any attention to her leader, but held her hands on her chest, took a few steps forward with a girl-like face, and stared at Guo Shouyun with gleaming eyes, making the latter''s heart tremble.


    "Are you Bruce Guo? Bruce Guo of Matrix Holdings, Ruby, Hanhua Holdings, Apple, Guo''s, Google, Phoenix, Enron Pacific, etc.??!"


    "you know me?"


    Zhao Tingting nodded her head like a chicken, "I have seen your speech at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. You are my most admired idol. Can you sign an autograph for me?"


    Looking at the pen and paper that appeared in the palm of his hand as if by magic, Guo Shouyun froze for a moment, then smiled, then took over and wrote his name and a few short words of blessing in the blank space of the notebook.


    "Boss, I didn''t expect you to have admirers here!" Wu Xiaojing, who was standing behind him, chuckled.


    At this time, after finally realizing the identity of the young man standing opposite, Liu Jianming also hurried over.


    "Hello. I am the director of the Xiangyun Village Office of the Guo Jiancheng Charity Foundation. My name is Liu Jianming. This is Zhao Tingting, our treasurer; this is Huang Xiaoqiang, our clerk. There are two other The clerk went out to learn about the situation of a poor household, and is not here for the time being." Liu Jianming said respectfully and cautiously.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, shook hands with him, and then greeted the rest of Huang Xiaoqiang.


    "Don''t be nervous, I just stopped by to have a look! ... By the way, thank you for bringing us here."


    From the previous reactions of Liu Jianming and several people, Qian Yongpei understood that these people were not ordinary, and his attitude became a little more cautious than before.


    "You''re welcome, this is what I should do. You talk first, and you can call me anytime if you have anything!"


    After waving his hand, Qian Yongpei walked out. After closing the door, he thought for a while, instead of going back to the office, he walked to the village chief''s office next to him.


    "Boss, sit down!"


    Huang Xiaoqiang obediently moved a chair over.


    "Thank you!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Don''t be so restrained, everyone sit down!"


    After he said a few words, Liu Jianming sat down.


    "Are there any elderly people in the village who know my adoptive father''s family?"


    "Yes! We visited the elderly in the village, and more than a dozen of them had an impression of Mr. Guo Jiancheng. However, none of them could tell where the Guo family went in the end!" After nodding, Liu Jianming replied.


    Over the years, he has been investigating the whereabouts of his adoptive father''s family through his own connections. But after more than half a century, coupled with the chaos at the time and the rudimentary means of communication, trying to find the Guo family in the vast crowd is tantamount to looking for a needle in a haystack!


    "Can you take me to the old site of Guo''s house?"


    "Of course! However, the former site of the Guo family is gone."


    "It''s okay, I just want to see!"


    Liu Jianming nodded and led Guo Shouyun and his group to get up and leave the office. And just when they came to the corridor, a middle-aged man in a black coat just happened to walk over.


    As soon as the other party saw Guo Shouyun, he immediately walked over enthusiastically.


    "Hello, hello! I''m Qian Zhengwei, the village head of Xiangyun Village. I am very grateful to Mr. Guo for his charitable donation to our village!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled at the enthusiastic village chief who held his right hand with both hands, "You''re welcome. If you want to thank me, you should thank my adoptive father. Everything I do is his last wish!"


    "Mr. Guo Jiancheng''s kindness will never be forgotten in Xiangyun Village. However, we must also keep your kindness in our hearts!"


    The last wish is the last wish, but the one who is willing to abide by the last wish and is not greedy for money is the real man. But what he didn''t know was that the donation to Xiangyun Village was only Guo Shouyun''s own idea, not Guo Jiancheng''s last wish at all.


    "...That''s right, Mr. Guo. I''ve already sent someone down to prepare lunch. For this lunch, whatever you say you want to eat here, it''s even a little thought from our Xiangyun Village!"


    The simplicity and enthusiasm of the rural people made Guo Shouyun, who was also born in this environment in his previous life, unable to refuse.


    "That''s annoying!"


    "You''re welcome. We are very happy to have the opportunity to thank you, our great benefactor. How can we be bothered? ... By the way, where are you going?"


    "I want to visit the old site of my adoptive father''s house!"


    "I''ll take you there, I''m familiar here!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, but did not refuse.


    The group left the village committee and did not drive. Just walking and talking, about 20 minutes later, he stopped in front of an old school at the east end of the village.


    "It''s here! ... I heard from the elders that the old Guo family used to be a wealthy family in the village, and the bricks and tiles used in the house were among the best in the village. Later, the eldest and second of their family became the Kuomintang~Kuomintang. The officers took their family to the provincial capital and never came back, so the old Guo family was left vacant. After the founding of the People''s Republic of China, the village turned it into a primary school. The fire was set on fire. The old school I see now was built on the original site in 1978. However, now that the children in the village are studying in the town, the place is empty."


    Through the gap of the closed iron gate, he looked at the old school, which was overgrown with weeds and lost its vitality. After a while, Guo Shouyun turned around.


    "Are there any relatives of the Guo family in the village?"


    "No more! Most of the surnamed Qian and Liu in Xiangyun Village are the only family with the surname Guo."


    "why?"


    "The old man in the village said that in the Qing Dynasty, Guo Wenniang, Guo Jiancheng''s father and grandmother, came to settle here with us. Therefore, there are no relatives of them in the village."


    "The Qing Dynasty? That was hundreds of years ago. Does anyone in the village remember something so far away?"


    "I don''t usually remember it. But the older generation said that the Guo family and Niang did not look like a small family. When they came, they brought an old servant with them! They bought a lot of land when they came. You think, at that time, our Xiangyun Village was not a family. Fishing is farming, and suddenly there is a rich man, how could he not remember!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, standing out from the crowd, naturally particularly eye-catching. Originally, he wanted to ask Guo Wenniang about the origins of the two, but he thought about it. I don''t even know where the Guo family went in the end, let alone this kind of ''headless koan'' a hundred years ago!


    Accompanied by Qian Yongpei, after walking around the school, Guo Shouyun also gave up the idea of ??bringing back the remains of his adoptive father. There is no one in the Guo family here. If you move back, you will be a ghost. It is better to stay in the United States. At least you and the Lincoln family will often go to worship.


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 Chapter 422： The Qian brothers and sisters

    Chapter 422 The Qian Brothers and Sisters


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    When Guo Shouyun followed Qian Yongpei back to the village committee, he was stunned to see that the originally peaceful village committee compound was now full of people, and the sky was full of boiling.


    Old and young men who come and go move tables and take benches. In the simple kitchen set up in the open air next to it, the old and young women were busy picking vegetables, chopping meat, and cooking spoons. Children of all ages seemed like a flock of happy birds, roaring between the crowd and the tables and chairs.


    The happy, festive and noisy scene reminded Guo Shouyun of the New Year''s Eve dinner in the village in his previous life. Those are the fondest memories of his childhood!


    Now that he saw this scene in front of him again, his heart was filled with emotion.


    "Mr. Guo, you are very kind to our Xiangyun Village. This meal is a little bit of our heart. If the reception is not good, I hope you don''t dislike it!"


    "The village chief is polite. In my opinion, today''s lunch is more precious than any delicacies from the mountains and seas!" Guo Shouyun said seriously.


    "Haha, as long as you like it! Come on, let''s go over and talk!"


    After taking Guo Shouyun into the compound, Qian Yongpei took a half step forward and said loudly: "Masters, stop the work in your hands first, and listen to me...!" After everyone was quiet for a while, "Everyone knows that since After the ''Guo Jiancheng Charity Fund'' was established in our village, our Xiangyun Village has become the envy of the surrounding ten miles and eight townships. Why? It''s actually very simple: in the past, there were two children in the family, and they were not allowed to enter after junior high school; Whoever has cancer, cerebral thrombosis, or leukemia, basically waits to die at home; in the past, the orphans, widows, old and weak in the village could not afford to see a doctor or eat; it was all a mess without money!"


    "Now we are not afraid, because there is a Guo Jiancheng from our village. He has developed in the United States, but he always holds us old folks in his heart. He didn''t forget us until the day he closed his eyes, and he left all the money he earned in his life. Us. Now that his son, who is the steward of this charity foundation, has come to our village, should we entertain people properly?"


    "Yes!" The crowd responded with a bang.


    "That''s right. Although our Xiangyun Village has been a fishing village for several lifetimes, not many people are literate and hyphenated, and they don''t understand so many major principles. But we have passed down our ancestors'' teachings from our elders, and we must know how to be grateful as a human being. People treat us well. , we can''t help but be righteous. I said today, whoever has any delicious food and drink at home, bring it to me. This meal must be rich for me today. Do you hear it? "


    "heard it!"


    "Don''t worry, the village chief!"


    Qian Yongpei nodded with satisfaction, "Okay, everyone applaud and welcome our great benefactor to our Xiangyun Village!"


    "Whoa...!"


    With the warm applause, everyone''s eyes turned to Guo Shouyun next to him.


    It was the first time that Guo Shouyun, who hadn''t been nervous for a long time, felt a sense of nervousness.


    "Thank you, thank you for your enthusiasm! On behalf of my father, I thank everyone!"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t know what to say on this occasion, but thanks was obviously the most appropriate.


    "Okay, let''s get busy!"


    After Qian Yongpei waved his hand, everyone continued to get busy. However, most of the eyes still look at them from time to time.


    "Come on, Mr. Guo. Let''s go and sit!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and followed him towards the central table.


    However, just when the two of them were still sitting on their butts, a young man in his early twenties ran in from outside. I saw him take a quick look in the crowd, and when he saw Qian Yongpei, he looked overjoyed and ran over quickly.


    "village head��!"


    "What are you doing in a hurry, didn''t you see that we have a distinguished guest today?"


    The visitor shrank his head, but after hesitating for a while, he quickly said: "Village Chief, Qian Tiedan beat up Zhao Liwei''s gang on the dock today, and now that grandson is looking for someone to take revenge on Tiedan, Come and have a look!"


    "what?"


    Qian Yongpei stood up in shock.


    "You make it clear, when did this happen? Why?"


    "Just now.... Tie Dan went out to the sea to get a 32kg coin. Zhao Liwei wanted to buy it for 300,000 yuan, but Tie Dan didn''t sell it. But you also know that Zhao Liwei was a ''crazy'' (madman) and stopped Tie Dan from letting him go. He left. It just happened that Tie Dan was missing a string in his head, and they started fighting."


    "It''s over!" Qian Yongpei patted his thigh fiercely, "I don''t know if you''re a bastard. Last time, I beat up brother Li Erfei from the next village and hospitalized him. This time, Zhao Liwei was 80% beaten. Hit hard."


    "The village chief, you are still wise. The six Zhao Liwei are all lying in the town hospital now!" The visitor said gloating.


    After glaring at him fiercely, "Don''t take me there soon, if it''s too late, I''m afraid this **** will make trouble again!"


    When the words fell, just as he was about to take a step, he turned around quickly, "Mr. Guo, I''m really sorry. Something happened temporarily in the village..."


    "It doesn''t matter, the village chief is busy with you, I don''t have to worry about it here!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    Qian Yongpei nodded, "Don''t worry, I will be back soon. ... Jianming, you are familiar with us, Mr. Guo will take care of you!"


    Liu Jianming responded quickly.


    "Let''s go. By the way, call Xiao Lingzi first, that **** Tie Dan listens to her the most...!"


    With the voice of the voice, the backs of the two gradually disappeared.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun, who was sitting bored, turned to Qian Yongpei and said, "Who is this guy called Qian Tiedan? Is he very powerful, six in a dozen!"


    "You don''t know. This Qian Tiedan is very famous in the nearby Shili Ba village."


    "fight?"


    After Qian Yongpei nodded, "I haven''t been here for a long time, but I heard that he once beaten him sixteen times, and he just broke a little skin on his arm!"


    "Kung Fu?" Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    "I don''t know. Some say he will, others say he''s just a croupier!"


    "Does he fight often?"


    "Not very often. But this child is not very good, and he is a little stupid. Therefore, there are always people teasing him, and sometimes he gets mad, and almost no one can persuade him except the village chief and his sister Xiaolingzi. live!"


    "Wait, you said child, how old is he?"


    "It''s more than twelve years old, it should be less than thirteen years old!"


    "Mr. Liu, are you lying? A child under the age of thirteen can beat more than a dozen adults by himself?" Wu Xiaojing couldn''t help saying beside him.


    Don''t talk about him, Guo Shouyun also doesn''t believe it. This kind of thing, he, an adult who often practices fighting, is not sure to do it, let alone a child.


    Looking at everyone''s suspicious eyes, Huang Xiaoqiang next to him quickly said: "I can prove this. That stupid Qian Tie Dan is indeed only twelve and a half years old, and he is also very good at fighting. However, he is different from ordinary twelve years old. Half of the children are different. That guy doesn''t know what he grew up with, he is only thirteen years old, and he is more than 1.8 meters tall, and he is as strong as a cow. Li Kui is alive and Zhang Fei Linfan."


    Following his words, Zhao Tingting nodded as if to prove it.


    "How could there be such a person!"


    Seeing that their expressions didn''t seem to be fake, Wang Jue couldn''t help but said.


    "There are more than six billion people in the world, and there are always some extraordinary strongmen!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun touched his chin and said with great interest, "Listen to you, I''m really curious about this Qian Tie Dan! "


    As a superior, what he likes most is this kind of genius with a skill. Being able to fight is also a talent, especially for Guo Shouyun, who likes fighting, this is also a talent he appreciates very much.


    "If the boss wants to see him, I''ll take you after dinner later." Liu Jianming said.


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun nodded, "Alright!"


    The enthusiastic villagers quickly brought the prepared meals, but until the end of lunch, Qian Yongpei did not come back. It can be seen that Qian Tiedan''s trouble this time should not be small.


    "Boss, this is it!"


    Guo Shouyun looked at the earthen house in front of him, which was obviously much more dilapidated than the surrounding houses, and said in surprise, "Is this Qian Tiedan''s house?"


    Liu Jianming nodded, "Speaking of which, it''s also pitiful. The two brothers and sisters lost their mother since they were young. Three years ago, his father went to sea and never came back. The few relatives who stayed in the village didn''t even care. Before, the village chief often gave them something to eat, and they barely survived."


    "Boss, the door is locked, no one is at home!" Matthew came back.


    "Do you have Qian Yong Bae''s phone number?"


    Liu Jianming nodded.


    "Call and ask where they are?"


    Liu Jianming moved quickly, "I asked, at the police station in the town."


    "Walk!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun who turned around and got into the car neatly , Liu Jianming didn''t dare to say anything, and hurriedly followed.


    With Liu Jianming''s old horse who knows the way, it is not difficult to find the town police station. As soon as he got out of the car, he saw Qian Yongbae standing on the side of the road. Beside him was a little girl in a red coat with ponytails.


    "Mr. Guo, why are you here?"


    "You haven''t been back for so long, and everyone is a little worried. It just so happens that I have nothing to do, so I came to see on their behalf. How is it, is the matter resolved?"


    Qian Yongpei shook his head sadly, "This time he beat a fish-collecting employee under Zhao Liwei''s hands into a concussion and was detained by the police station. They wanted him to accompany him for 300,000 medical expenses. Alas, this **** Boy, what a disaster!"


    "I remember that he caught a yellow-lipped fish that weighed more than 30 kilograms. This is a valuable thing. If you sell it, won''t you have it for 300,000?"


    The yellow-lipped fish is also known as the money scorpion, or the money fish. One of the nine most expensive foods in the world. Because the quantity is scarce, the price is high. Especially in this era when catching 10 kilograms of yellow-lipped fish required luck, a yellow-lipped fish weighing more than 30 kilograms is almost a gift from God. If there is a way, let alone 300,000, it is 500,000, and there are still people who want it.


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    Chapter 423 Adoption


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    "That''s what I said, but now the things are in the hands of the police station. They said that this is a national rare animal and cannot be bought or sold!"


    "Almost forgot about this!" Guo Shouyun thought.


    We all know that the yellow-lipped fish is valuable. You catch it privately, and you will sell it when you sell it. As long as you''re not out of your mind and yelling everywhere, no one will trouble you. But if it is in the hands of the public, it has nothing to do with you. After all, this is also a national second-class protected animal.


    "Well, I''ll pay for him!"


    "You... are you serious?"


    "Of course! It''s only 300,000 yuan, I can still get it!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "That''s great, I''ll take that **** to thank you." Qian Yongpei clasped Guo Shouyun''s right hand with both hands, and said incoherently, "Little Lingzi, thank you uncle!"


    "Thank you uncle!"


    The cold words and expressions made Guo Shouyun unable to help but look at the little girl who only reached his waist. To be honest, she was different from all the children Guo Shouyun knew before, even a few years older than her. In the black and white eyes, there is a sense of alienation from everyone, as well as intelligence and calmness that do not match his age. This should not be the look and temperament of a little girl who is only six or seven years old, but more like a young man in his twenties.


    However, there are many precocious people in this world. She''s otherworldly, but she''s not the only one.


    Follow Qian Yongpei to the police station and hand over the money, a tall man over 1.8 meters tall, with thick eyebrows and big eyes, dark complexion and a stout build. Looking at him, Guo Shouyun thought of Jin Song who played Lu Zhishen in Water Margin. However, compared to the latter, the one in front of him is obviously younger. Maybe it''s because of the rougher skin due to the wind and sun at sea. From the skin appearance alone, even if you are young, you will not be young.


    "Boss, is he really under thirteen?"


    This time even Matthew was surprised. As for Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing, when they saw each other, their mouths grew in surprise, and their faces were full of disbelief.


    "Maybe, we''ll know when the time comes."


    "Director Zhou, I''m causing you trouble!"


    "Uncle Qian, you really need to discipline him when you bring him back this time. If it goes on like this, you can only send him to the juvenile detention center."


    "Don''t worry, I will take him back this time, and I will definitely discipline him well!"


    Director Zhou surnamed nodded, his eyes quickly swept across Guo Shouyun and his party, and after pausing on him for a while, he looked at Qian Tie Dan with a black face full of depression.


    "Qian Dongpo, this is the end of the matter. But the lesson this time must be remembered. If you beat someone to the hospital next time, it will not be as simple as detaining a fine, but going directly to prison, you understand. Yet?"


    Money iron eggs. No, it should be Qian Dongpo. After subconsciously glanced at his sister who was standing beside Qian Yongpei, he nodded sullenly. It can be seen from his subtle expression that his sister has an unsurpassed position in his heart.


    "Okay, Uncle Qian, you can take him away."


    "Okay, sorry for the trouble."


    After nodding with a hint of humility, Qian Yongpei pulled the sleeve of the black strong man beside him, turned and walked outside. Seeing this, Guo Shouyun also walked out with his own people.


    The group got into the car and returned to Xiangyun Village. After sending the Qian brothers and sisters home, Qian Yongpei originally thought that Guo Shouyun would return to the village committee, but he never thought that he would walk behind the Qian brothers and sisters and walked into their house.


    The courtyard is very ordinary, with broken bricks about 80 cm wide, paved into a corridor connecting the courtyard gate and the main house. On the right side of this corridor and opposite the courtyard gate are two semi-open rooms made of red bricks, one is filled with some old fishing nets, water urns, snakeskin bags and other sundries, and the other is is the kitchen.


    On the left side of the corridor, there are two old bicycles and a three-wheeled motorcycle with peeling paint; the position against the wall is surrounded by a fence, and there are six or seven hens in it.


    Following the Qian family brothers and sisters into the room built with blue bricks and earth blocks and covered with red tiles, the light in front of him suddenly dimmed, making Guo Shouyun''s eyes slightly uncomfortable.


    This is because the windows are small and the light inside is not enough; coupled with the fading of the white ash on the surrounding walls, the light reflection is not enough; and the black paint, the roof without a ceiling absorbs not much light and many other reasons. . Of course, this is also a common problem with many old houses.


    It can be seen that the Qian family is indeed not wealthy. Except for a black and white TV of no more than 18 inches placed on the table next to it, Guo Shouyun has not seen a decent household appliance. Of course, the plug-in flashlight on the table next to you doesn''t count.


    Qian Dongpo was a little stupid, Qian Xiaoling was indifferent to people and was young, so in Qian''s house, Qian Yongpei became the one who took the initiative to greet Guo Shouyun and the others to sit down.


    Of course, in such an environment, don''t expect much better conditions. A few bowls of boiled water and a few Mazar seeds are the best conditions. Even, several of Guo Shouyun''s bodyguards were standing because of the lack of Mazazi.


    In the end, in order to avoid Qian Yongpei''s embarrassment, Guo Shouyun let people without seats go out.


    "Village Chief, you can see that you take good care of their brothers and sisters?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "My father, Qian Yonglin, and I were brothers who grew up wearing open-crotch pants. Also, when I was ten years old, I went into the sea and almost drowned. Thanks to their father, I can live to this day. So, whether as a village chief The responsibility is still a life-saving grace, and I have to take care of these two children!"


    "You are righteous!" Guo Shouyun gave a thumbs up.


    "It''s what I should do."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, his eyes swept over Qian Dongpo and Qian Xiaoling, and after pondering for a while, "Village Chief, if I adopt them, what do you think?"


    "adoption?"


    Qian Yongpei was stunned.


    "Yeah! I like to do charity very much. In addition to following my adoptive father''s last wish, I used his money to set up a charity fund to help the elders of Xiangyun Village. I also set up an orphanage in the United States to take in our Chinese orphans. Provide them with a good living and learning conditions, and cultivate them to become talents. Dongpo and Xiaoling are also orphans now, and they are still young, if they study hard, I believe they will have a better future. "


    After Qian Yongpei heard this, he looked hesitantly at the Qian family brothers and sisters who were looking at here.


    "Xiaoling is a smart child since she was a child. If she studies hard, she will definitely become a talent in the future. But this child Dongpo has been stupid since she was a child. In addition to fighting fiercely, he will fight and fish. He...!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted him with a wave of his hand.


    "Actually, you underestimate him. In fact, fighting is also a talent. And in the United States, sports are very developed, even if he may not be very good in language and mathematics, but if he plays basketball and big football, maybe he There will be great achievements.��


    "I don''t know much about this either." Qian Yongpei sneered, "However, why do you have to adopt them?"


    "I like them brother and sister better, and I don''t want two geniuses to be buried like this. They should have a better future."


    When the words fell, a light flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    "If you adopt us, will my brother be able to go to school?" Qian Xiaoling who had been standing beside her suddenly said.


    "certainly!"


    "What guarantee do you take, in case you are a human trafficker?"


    "Xiao Ling, what nonsense...!"


    After stopping Qian Yongpei''s reprimand, Guo Shouyun smiled, "I know what you are suspecting, I will show you something!"


    Having said that, Guo Shouyun took out a front page of "Yangcheng Evening News" from his right pocket. This is the newspaper he bought when he was bored on the road when he drove over. It happened that the front page reported the details of the cooperation between Anping Group and the Yangcheng government in Jianggao Power Plant, and finally gave a brief description of him. Originally, the newspaper was placed in the car, but when he came in just now, he deliberately put the front page in his pocket.


    "I think you should know the words!"


    Qian Xiaoling took it, and after looking at it for a while, a hint of surprise appeared on her face. Looking at the photos in the newspaper and comparing the person in front of him, it is hard to imagine that he is the rich man with tens of billions of dollars reported in the newspaper.


    "Xiao Ling, Mr. Guo is the boss of the ''Guo Jiancheng Charity Foundation'' in our village. He is not a liar, but a benefactor of our Xiangyun Village!"


    After Qian Xiaoling heard this, she didn''t go to see him, but stared straight at Guo Shouyun for a while, "We are willing to go with you."


    "Smart choice." He looked at Qian Dongpo next to him, "What about you?"


    "I listen to my sister!" Qian Dongpo smiled while touching the back of his head.


    Obviously, in this family, the real caller is the younger Qian Xiaoling.


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 Chapter 424： charity school

    Chapter 424 Charity School


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    In order to go through the adoption procedures for the Qian family''s siblings, Guo Shouyun stayed in Quanzhou for a few more days. In his capacity, this kind of thing is of course very simple.


    After I was busy with the things here, I followed the work plan I made and flew to the magic capital.


    In this economic capital of China, Guo Shouyun also has his own residence, which is the Yan Family Garden that once made him envious but unavailable.


    Speaking of this yard is also a legend, it was once rumored to be a haunted house because of the suicide of the first owner, the German doctor Fu Luo. Later, it was bought by a businessman surnamed Xu, hoping to take the opportunity to resell to make money. It was a coincidence that he met the Yan family who had a complex relationship with this land. It turned out that this piece of land used to be the old residence of the Yan family, and was forced to move the place because the concession crossed the boundary to build a road.


    By the way, who are the Yan family? Yan Yutang, a century-old business tycoon in China, founder of Dalong Machinery Factory, and his son Yan Qingxiang! Although they can''t be called political figures, but based on their financial resources back then, the stomping demons are probably going to tremble three times.


    After Yan Qingxiang passed away, most of the descendants of the Yan family immigrated overseas. Although the Yan family garden was still the Yan family garden, due to neglect of management and disrepair, the walls were moldy, the doors and windows and stairs were creaking, and the garden was overgrown with gray and old trees. The small building looks gloomy and dilapidated in the cluttered jungle. The haunted house feeling is back.


    In fact, according to the last wishes left by the ancestors, the descendants of the Yan family should sell their real estate to invest in entrepreneurship and revive the Yan family business. However, the 16 successors have been negotiating for more than ten years and still have not reached a consensus.


    At this time, I happened to meet Rebecca who was looking for a place for Guo Shouyun, a shrewd woman who knew her boss''s preferences, and showed it to Guo Shouyun as soon as she saw the Yan Family Garden. The latter results will not be detailed. Guo Shouyun, who was a treasure, found the descendants of the Yan family and bought it at a price of 80 million Chinese coins. After nearly half a year of renovations, this old mansion, which lasted for nearly a hundred years, has regained its gorgeous yet quaint original appearance.


    Now seeing two camphor trees that are over a hundred years old and covered with pavilions; a three-story English-style main building with a red roof and white walls; a garden with rockeries, pavilions, nurseries, and a complete range of gardens, Guo Shouyun deeply felt that he bought this 8.5 The large yard of acres is really worth it.


    Not to mention the other, it is only the use area of ??nearly 5,000 square meters, which has been searched all over the city center of all the first-tier cities in China, so there are only a handful of private gardens.


    Compared with it, villas such as Tan Palace, Ziyuan, and Sheshan Villa are far behind.


    After walking around the villa, after nodding with satisfaction, she looked as if Grandma Liu had entered the Grand View Garden with the Qian brothers and sisters, "Xiaojing, take them there to settle down. Matthew, take someone to check this place. , and put things in place by the way."


    Matthew nodded, greeted the bodyguards to start checking the room, and then placed surveillance facilities in every corner of the manor.


    After giving a simple order, Guo Shouyun went upstairs to the study. After looking around, he sat down on the sofa in the reception area next to him. He took out his phone, found Wendy''s number and dialed it.


    "Hey!"


    As soon as it was connected, Guo Shouyun heard the laughter of the child over there.


    "What''s the matter, these two children are so happy?"


    "Catherine came to see them yesterday and bought some Tom and Jerry figures. It''s going to be a lot of fun! By the way, do you want to talk to them?"


    "Wait. Are you all right?"


    "Very good!" After hesitating for a while, "Bruce, mom called me."


    "Really? What did the mother-in-law say?"


    His name made Wendy''s tone a little more happy.


    "She has remarried with that man. I hope next week, I can come over for dinner."


    "That''s a good thing!"


    "But you know, I haven''t seen him for many years. I haven''t called ''Dad'' since I was six years old. I''m afraid...!"


    "You''re afraid of embarrassing your mother, aren''t you?"


    "Um!"


    "It doesn''t really matter. Wendy, you are a kind person, just be yourself. I believe you can handle everything. And, you know? Sometimes I envy you. Although your father is not good, But since they divorced, he''s still been paying you money, and he''s done some of his fatherly duties, even though it''s not perfect. But compared to me, the happiness of both your parents is something I''ll never envy. So , listen to me, get along with him while he is still there, or if you lose it, even if you want to be filial, you won''t have a chance. That''s the most regretful thing in your life. "


    After a long silence, Wendy''s voice came again.


    "Bruce, thank you for enlightening me. I will try to overcome my mental block."


    "I''m sure you''ll do well. . . . I have something else to do on this call. I need you to supervise me."


    "What''s up?"


    "I intend for Julia to establish a charity school in Campbell that includes kindergarten, primary and secondary education."


    Julia Lescalli, fiancee of Matta Lincoln. After Mata returned to politics, Julia replaced him as manager of the Kwok Charitable Foundation.


    "Charity school?"


    "Yes!"


    "Why did you suddenly think of starting a charity school?" Wendy asked curiously.


    "Actually, I have always had this idea. Originally, I planned to prepare it after I went back. However, during this trip to China, I met a few very good and pitiful orphans, so let''s start early."


    "I see, I know! Don''t worry, I will visit often."


    "You have to be more serious. In the future, Elizabeth and George, as well as our two children, will go to school here, so the environment and teachers must not be sloppy!"


    "Didn''t you say charity school, why...?"


    Guo Shouyun pondered for a while, "In the future, Elizabeth, George and our children will definitely inherit my career. They need some loyal and reliable helpers around them. In addition, with so many companies under my umbrella, I also need some knowledgeable and capable people. Direct line managers. Therefore, although this school is a charity school, it is also a base for our family to cultivate talents.��


    Listening to what he revealed to herself about the long-term plans for the Guo family''s future, Wendy was more than surprised, but felt more warm and moved in her heart. Obviously, Guo Shouyun has already treated her as the most trusted person around her. For a man, the most trusted person around him, in addition to his parents, is undoubtedly his closest wife. And Guo Shouyun has no parents.


    "I see. Then, will I meet an outstanding orphan in the future and will I take it to school?" Wendy, who didn''t want to make the atmosphere between the two of them too heavy, chuckled lightly.


    "Of course! Maybe one of the people you bring back in the future will be the CEO of Matrix, or the president of Phoenix."


    "Then I''ll do it for you?"


    "No, it''s our family, our children!"


    "I''m glad you can say that. . . . Mom, will you talk to Dad again?"


    Before Wendy could finish speaking, Elizabeth''s crisp voice came over.


    Looking at the little guy who had come close, Wendy handed the phone over with a hint of helplessness and doting on her pretty face.


    Elizabeth was also welcome, grabbed it and said, "Dad, when are you coming back, my brother always bullies me."


    "Dad, it was my sister who bullied me. Last time, she broke the rabbit doll that Aunt Rowling gave me." George also ran over and grabbed his phone to complain.


    Seeing the two little naughty scuffles scrambling for the phone, Wendy hurried forward and separated them.


    "Don''t fight, or Dad will hang up!"


    After finally threatening the two little guys to settle down, Wendy pressed the public release of the phone.


    "...Elizabeth, George, listen to Wendy''s mother at home, don''t be naughty, do you hear?"


    "I heard, Dad. You�� when are you coming back? My brother and I miss you very much."


    Hearing the extra cry in his daughter''s tone, Guo Shouyun''s heart overflowed with fatherly love, "Dad misses you too. As long as you are good, Daddy will go back soon. At that time, Daddy will bring you a lot of delicious and fun things."


    "I don''t want food or toys. I just want you!"


    Holding the phone, Guo Shouyun was speechless. Everyone including him knows that company is the greatest happiness, but it is such a simple thing, it is indeed the most difficult to do.


    "Okay, Bruce. Let''s be here today, or they''ll be crying for a while, but it''ll be hard to coax!"


    "Well! Wendy, they''ll trouble you!"


    "That shouldn''t be said between us."


    "I know. I''ll finish my work with Huaxia as soon as possible and go back."


    "My child and I are waiting for you to come back!"


    Hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun touched the wet corners of his eyes and sighed deeply.


    "Dong dong...!"


    "Come in!"


    Guo Shouyun hurriedly said after wiping the corners of his eyes.


    Wang Jue, who pushed the door and came in, keenly noticed the strangeness in his expression, but didn''t say much.


    "Boss, I just received a call from Mr. John Roberts, Anping Commodity Trading Website has completed the financial and management cutting with Enron Pacific Company, and has now been transferred to Ruby Company, and has completed the registration of Ruby Commodity Trading Website. �� These are the documents he faxed over."


    Looking at the documents placed in front of him, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "You go out first, and I will call you after I finish reading."


    "Okay!...By the way, what do you want for lunch? I''ll prepare it in advance."


    "If you want a few local dishes in the magic capital, just make it simple!"


    Wang Jue nodded, turned and walked out.


    When the room was quiet again, Guo Shouyun, who had cleaned up his mood, turned his attention to work.


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 Chapter 425： Magic City Universal Studios

    Chapter 425 Magic Universal Studios


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    Although, Anping''s acquisition of Unocal Petroleum has not yet been completed, and the final division of the company''s two major power and oil businesses has not yet begun. But the division of Anping Commodity Trading Site has already begun. Apparently, there are now results.


    After simply flipping through it, Guo Shouyun''s face showed a look of satisfaction.


    This trading website inherited from Enron has transformed from an original financial company into a B2B heavy-asset Internet company.


    In addition to the commodity trading platform, the company also operates two major businesses of logistics and warehousing. At present, under the banner of the ruby ??commodity trading website, it has 870,000 tons of cargo ships of various types, more than 5,000 trucks of various types, 17 cargo planes, 47 terminal berths in 21 countries, and 112 warehouses.


    In 2003, the company''s total assets were US$5.7 billion and liabilities were US$1.84 billion. Total revenue in February was $336 million and net profit was $42 million. There are also 12 kinds of transaction categories on the website, including oil, natural gas, electricity, liquefied petroleum gas, iron ore, pulp, wheat, soybeans, etc., and they have increased to corn, copper ore, coal, paper products, wood, freight , 39 kinds of plastic products. The registered members of the website have also grown from more than 1,000 to 27,000 worldwide.


    Because they can ensure fairness as much as possible and avoid exploitation by large companies, small and medium-sized factory owners, miners and farmers are increasingly selling their commodities and looking for raw materials through ruby ??commodity trading websites. Even the number of registered users of PayPal Business Edition as a third-party payment has grown several times.


    Of course, commodity trading definitely involves finance, but this piece has been outsourced to Phoenix. Guo Shouyun hopes that the ruby ??commodity trading website is just an Internet e-commerce company with heavy assets, not a financial company. He didn''t want it to be the second Enron.


    After spending a day reading the entire material and writing down his comments, Wang Jue sent it to John Roberts.


    "boss!"


    "Hmm!...Have you received the fax sent by Wang Jue?"


    "I received it! But I haven''t had time to read it yet!"


    "I know, you can watch it after this call is over. There''s still a lot of time."


    "Yes!"


    "I agree with your proposal to add a legal department under the ruby ??commodity trading site. It''s a very good measure, and you''ve done a good job."


    "The boss won the prize. In fact, many users complained in the comment area that when they sold their products to foreign companies, the big law firms charged too much, and sometimes they were just consulting, and they had to pay a few hours per hour. Hundreds, or even thousands of dollars in legal fees. After investigation, in fact, the problems of many business owners are not complicated, but the cognitive barriers caused by the gap between countries have increased the cost of legal consultation.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement. The popular point of this question is: In Huaxia, even ordinary commercial lawyers are very familiar with Huaxia''s commercial laws. However, those who are familiar with American business law in China must be barristers with overseas backgrounds. The same principle applies to other countries as well.


    "Our idea is to hire international law students to join our legal service platform on our website. They have no language barriers, and besides inexperience, they are sufficient to deal with ordinary legal consultation issues. The actual contract needs to be resolved, or When holding legal aid for business negotiations, we charge a certain service fee to help them connect with offline law firms. This not only improves our income, but also increases the service level and user stickiness of the website.��


    "If people just ask for ordinary consultation, and then bypass us to contact offline law firms, wouldn''t we have no income?"


    "We can talk to the law firm, and they will give a 10% discount to the clients we provide. I believe this is enough for many users to let us provide intermediary services."


    "Looks like you''ve really thought things through! Yes. But any seemingly perfect strategy will encounter all kinds of unexpected difficulties in its implementation. You need to be mentally prepared."


    "clear!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and continued: "I''m calling you today, in addition to the question just now. I have one more thing to explain to you."


    "You say?"


    "Do you understand the forward contract?"


    "learn!"


    "In the future, in addition to managing the normal development of various businesses of the ruby ??commodity trading website, you will also sign forward contracts with various oil and mining companies. The main categories are oil, natural gas, coal, iron ore, Six kinds of copper ore and gold."


    Guo Shouyun originally wanted to talk about lead-zinc ore, tungsten ore, rare earth, titanium ore and other rare ores, but after thinking about it, other than gold, forget it. For things that are not originally produced, forward contracts are meaningless.


    "The contract period is more than 1 year and less than 5 years; the company should be above the medium scale and try to avoid default."


    "Understood. . . But, boss. Didn''t you say the company doesn''t get involved in the financial sector?"


    "Of course. So, this time you just sign the contract. The signed forward contract will be resold to the Guo Family Wealth Trust. For each contract, the ruby ??commodity trading website can get 5% of the profit after the expiration. reward."


    "Boss, can you be taller?"


    "Taller?" Guo Shouyun smiled, "Are you so sure that I can make money from it?"


    "The boss''s past achievements have explained a lot of problems, I can''t help but believe it!" John Roberts flattered.


    "Okay. If each contract can make more than 25% profit, I will give you a 3% net profit share!"


    "Thank you boss. . . . How many forward contracts do you need for six commodities?"


    "Unlimited! The more the better!" Guo Shouyun said without hesitation.


    Anyway, in the next five years, whether it is oil, natural gas, iron ore, or coal, the prices are all going up. In addition, the forward contract does not require a deposit, and it is only necessary to deliver the money according to the contract after the contract expires.


    In a seller''s market situation, Guo Shouyun would not worry about running out of money to pay the bill as long as he listed the expired goods on the Ruby website.


    "Boss, are you sure you''re not joking?"


    "When did you see me joking about serious business?" After a pause, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, "If you don''t give you a specific number, you don''t know what the goal of your efforts is. Well, $100 billion, You will sign me a forward contract with a total value of 100 billion US dollars. If you can complete this goal within one year, I will reward you with 5 million US dollars. If it is completed within two years, the reward will be halved, and it will be 500,000 within three years! Later, believe me, you will understand without saying anything."


    John Roberts certainly understands that beyond three years there are no rewards, and even implicit penalties. For example: his ability will be doubted by Guo Shouyun, thus losing the possibility of continuing to move up.


    "Boss, I must complete your task in the shortest time possible!"


    "I believe in you. But you have to remember that your first responsibility is the CEO of the ruby ??commodity trading website. The future development of the company is the first, and the forward contract is just an additional task. If you are delayed because of the latter The development of the company, even if you do well in this matter, you will lose points for me, do you understand?"


    "Yes!"


    John Roberts was bitter, the big boss was trying to squeeze every remaining value out of him. But there is no way, who made him a worker, and he is the boss. Besides, the rewards given by Guo Shouyun are also very generous. Enough to make him work for it.


    After handing over the matter of the forward contract to John Roberts, and the two chatted for a while about the next development of the ruby ??commodity trading website, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    After a night of silence, Guo Shouyun went out with his assistant and bodyguard after exercising, eating breakfast, and watching TV to learn about the current hot events in China.


    The landmark of Magic Capital, the 37th floor of Jinmao International Building, is the temporary headquarters of Universal Studios in Huaxia. However, when Universal Studios is completed, it will be at least four years, or even five years later. As a company headquarters that will work here for at least four or five years, it naturally took a lot of effort to decorate it. At the very least, if you let people come in and take a look, it has the style of a big international company.


    "The decoration is good, is this entire floor ours?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "The usable area of ??a whole floor is 2,500 square meters, and we can''t use that much. So we only rented half." Chris McLean said.


    "What about the other half?"


    "The other half was rented by Chanel!"


    "Chanel?" Guo Shouyun said with great interest.


    "Yes. They are planning to tap into the fast-growing Chinese market."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he didn''t ask any more questions and entered the office under the leadership of McClain.


    "Boss, sit down!"


    After he nodded and sat down, McClain turned on the projector next to him. Following his operation, a huge bird''s-eye view appeared on the projector screen.


    "This is Universal Studios Magic City?" Guo Shouyun asked curiously.


    "Yes! This is an aerial view of Universal Studios."


    While Guo Shouyun was examining, McClain manipulated the computer and explained the details of the entire project to the big boss through different expansion pieces.


    "Magic City Universal Studios is located in Tang Town, Pu-Dong New Area. The project covers an area of ??450 hectares, of which 250 hectares will be used for later expansion of new projects, and 200 hectares will be used for the construction of this Magic City Universal Studios. The total investment of the project is 5.8 billion. USD, the construction period is 5 years. The partners are the Magic City Government, China Youth Travel Service and Hong Kong Li Family. Among them, the Magic City Government, with land investment, accounts for 27% of the entire Magic City Universal Studios; China Youth Travel Group invested 8 billion Chinese yuan, 15.6% of the shares; the Li family invested 350 million US dollars, accounting for 7.4% of the shares; we invested 2.365 billion US dollars, accounting for 50% of the shares. At the same time, we have the management rights of the entire Magic City Universal Studios, and the remaining three have the right to supervise and advise ."


    Guo Shouyun understands, "50% equity is very interesting."


    "This is also something that can''t be helped. Now, 50% of Huaxia''s joint venture is the limit we can get. Unless there is a change in policy, it will be difficult for us to increase our shares."


    Guo Shouyun, who was a Chinese in his last life, naturally understood that what McClain said was reality. But want to change the policy. At least ten years to wait.


    "continue!"


    After McLean nodded, "There are 13 different projects in Universal Studios, Hollywood 4D Theater, Water World, Jurassic World Adventure, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Jaws, Universal Wonderland. , The Mummy��s Revenge, Fast and Furious Adventures, as well as shopping at Diagon Alley, Shipwreck Island Food World, and Hogwarts Resort.��


    Looking at the carefully designed and beautiful 3D renderings, Guo Shouyun nodded in satisfaction.


    "Okay, when will work start?"


    "We still have to wait for the approval from the Huaxia Government Council. Once we get the approval, we will start work immediately."


    "How about the capital and Singapore?"


    "Singapore has already started construction. We have invested US$2.5 billion, accounting for 51% of the shares of Universal Studios Singapore. Temasek Holdings represents the Singapore government with land and US$900 million in cash, accounting for 49% of the shares, and the management rights are ours."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "It''s a pity that it''s too small."


    "Singapore only has so much land, and it is their greatest ability to provide 48 hectares for us to build Universal Studios. Moreover, only part of the sea will be filled for these 48 hectares."


    "What about the side of the capital?"


    "The capital is still in the investigation stage."


    "Is there a goal?"


    "Yes! Shahe Town in Changping in the north, and Yizhuang in the south." After taking a look at Guo Shouyun, "When discussing within the company, I prefer Yizhuang. Because it is close to the Beijing-Tianjin Expressway, it is convenient for tourists from Tianjin to visit."


    "Don''t look at me. You can build it wherever you think is suitable. But one thing is that Universal Studios has a huge investment and a long construction period, so any decision must be made carefully."


    "Yes!"


    "There is one more point. For the two Universal Studios in Huaxia, it seems that the construction of the 200-hectare park is enough, and about 6 billion US dollars is enough. But don''t forget, Huaxia''s economy is developing rapidly, and labor costs , and material costs are constantly rising. Maybe after two or three years, the originally abundant funds will become tight or even insufficient. Therefore, it is necessary to explain the financing under special conditions at the beginning.


    "Don''t worry, we have already thought of this. It was also specifically noted when the contract was signed. There will be no problem."


    "That''s good! ... Has the expansion of Universal Studios Osaka started?"


    "The construction has already started! It is very smooth, and it is expected that the expansion of the two new projects "Harry Potter" and "Pirates of the Caribbean" will be completed by the end of next year!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he stood up.


    "Give a copy of the information about Universal Studios to Wang Jue."


    "Yes!"


    "Come on, take me to Tang Town!"


    In his last life, Guo Shouyun worked and lived in Modu for nearly five years, and he had never been to Tangzhen. However, there is really nothing to see here. Similar to all the suburban towns in China in the early 21st century rapidly changing buildings, continuously widening streets, more and more people flow, and of course more and more serious pollution.


    "After the project starts, we will build an eight-lane highway that leads directly to the urban area. It does not pass through the center of Tang Town."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, the messy urban villages really affected the travel experience too much.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Following McClain to get out of the car, Guo Shouyun saw a barren land with only a few weeds growing and most of it glowing white. Without McClain''s introduction, Guo Shouyun also knew that this was a saline-alkali land. But it is also understandable. Universal Studios covers such a large area, if all the cultivated land is occupied, it would be too wasteful, and it would be troublesome to approve it. Moreover, the land transfer fee will also exceed Universal Studios'' budget.


    Standing here for a brief look, and then driving around the entire plot to check it out, Guo Shouyun left after he knew what to do.


    "By the way, the officials of the magic city have vaguely revealed that they want to meet you. Do you think you will see them again?"


    "When did I tell you?" Guo Shouyun asked after pondering for a while.


    "last week!"


    "Who is he?"


    McClain confided a name that impressed him. ...


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 Chapter 426： Upper Normal University

    Chapter Four Hundred and Twenty Sixth Guru


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    "Wang Yi?"


    There was a flash of memory on Guo Shouyun''s face. If he remembers correctly, the vice president of the national brand will be sacked because of the Delong case that caused a national sensation in 2004. In a place with a more serious political atmosphere like Huaxia, it is not a good thing for him or his company to have a relationship with such a person.


    "Hold on, don''t refuse, don''t respond! If the other party asks, just deal with it!" Guo Shouyun thought for a while and then said.


    The other party has a very high status in China''s financial industry, and directly rejecting it will offend the other party, which is very unwise. Procrastination may be a good idea.


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, boss. I also have an invitation letter for the Bund Yacht Club in the Magic Capital, for you!"


    "Magic City Bund Yacht Club? Private club?"


    McLean nodded, "The high-end clubs built by the Nolaishi Group are basically members of the upper class in the Magic Capital."


    Guo Shouyun flipped through the delicate invitation letter in his hand. In his last life, a high-end club like this was too far away from him. Except when he was passing by a friend once, he knew about the "Yongfu Club" on Yongfu Road in Xuhui, but he didn''t know much about such a high-end place.


    "Forget it. After rejecting Wang Yi''s invitation, wouldn''t it be unpleasant to appear in such a conspicuous place again!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    Hearing this, McClain didn''t say anything.


    Later, after the two separated, Guo Shouyun returned to the Yan family garden. Oh, no, it should be renamed Guojia Garden now.


    Just in the living room, Guo Shouyun heard shouting from the back garden. Curiously, he looked over and saw that Qian Dongpo was practicing his fists and feet in an empty small square. It''s hard to believe this is the level of a child under thirteen. On the chair next to her, Qian Xiaoling seemed to be unaffected by her brother at all, holding a copy of Adam Smith''s "The Wealth of Nations" with a calm expression, and reading it quietly in the orange sunlight in the afternoon.


    Seven-year-old reading The Wealth of Nations? Guo Shouyun felt dazed. He walked over subconsciously and sat down beside her. After the little girl raised her head and glanced at him, she calmly put her eyes on the book again.


    After confirming that she was watching "The Wealth of Nations", Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but ask, "Do you understand?"


    "Most of them don''t understand!"


    "Then why are you still watching?"


    "I read it because I don''t understand it. I read it a hundred times, and I see it for myself. When I understand it, my comprehension, reading ability, and mastery of knowledge will be improved to a higher level!"


    Seeing Qian Xiaoling talking like a little adult, Guo Shouyun was surprised: "Who taught you all this?"


    "Are these still worth teaching?"


    Facing the eyes of a little girl who was less than seven years old with "caring for the mentally handicapped", Guo Shouyun twitched at the corner of his mouth. He found it really hurts his self-esteem to chat with an overly smart arse.


    "When can we go to school?" Qian Xiaoling asked awkwardly, as if unaware Guo Shouyun.


    "It will be another month or two! However, during this time, I will let Xiaojing and Wang Jue teach you basic English. In this way, you can adapt faster when you arrive in the United States."


    "America, are we going to America?"


    "Well! I''m a Chinese from the United States. You will be the same in the future!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Qian Xiaoling fell silent.


    Seeing her like this, Guo Shouyun asked, "Why, you can''t bear to go back to your hometown?"


    "Um!"


    "It doesn''t matter. The traffic is very developed now. When you grow up, you can come back often." Guo Shouyun smiled and touched her little head.


    However, the little girl seemed to hate other people''s "touching the head", and her small brows were tightly wrinkled. Although he didn''t push Guo Shouyun''s hand away, his gaze also made the latter stop unconsciously.


    "You''re really not cute at all!" Guo Shouyun sighed.


    Qian Xiaoling pouted. He seemed to dismiss the word ''cute'' in his mouth.


    "Sister, I''m done!"


    The sound was like a bell, but with a hint of greenness, it sounded in Guo Shouyun''s ear. Seeing Qian Dongpo, who was sweating profusely, was walking towards here, Guo Shouyun got up to meet him.


    "First... Sir, why are you here?"


    Noticing Guo Shouyun, Qian Dongpo asked nervously. It may be due to Guo Shouyun''s help at the police station, or the explanation of the village chief Qian Yongpei. In short, this sturdy, monster-like boy respected Guo Shouyun very much.


    "I heard that you are practicing martial arts, come and have a look." Guo Shouyun gave a thumbs up, "You did a good job with your fists just now."


    Qian Dongpo stroked the back of his head a little embarrassedly, "I practiced blindly!"


    "If I''m not mistaken, you should have practiced Hongquan just now, right?"


    "do not know!"


    "I don''t know?" Guo Shouyun was stunned.


    After Qian Dongpo nodded affirmatively, "When I was a child, the villagers bullied me, so I fought them, and then I got some rules. When I was seven or eight years old, I can''t remember. I happened to come across a boxer from the village. I used a basket of pomfrets and let him teach it for a week. He didn��t tell me what kind of boxing it was, and left after teaching.


    Guo Shouyun''s heart was greatly shaken when he looked at the burly boy in front of him. After learning it for a week, and then I practiced to the level of one against ten, who would believe such a thing if I didn��t see it in person?


    There is no doubt that Qian Dongpo is a genius in martial arts. In ancient times, it was Dian Wei, Xu Chu, and Zhang Fei, the invincible warriors who charged into battle and attacked the city.


    "It''s a pity it was born out of time!"


    I sighed in my heart, now is not the era of personal force to be king.


    "Go and wash, except for the sweating, don''t catch a cold!"


    Qian Dongpo nodded, glanced at his sister, turned and ran into the villa.


    Looking at his running back, Guo Shouyun thought to himself: "Although his mind is not very bright, he may not achieve much academically. But just based on this body, reaction speed and physical sensitivity, it is a good material for playing basketball or rugby. ...he can be encouraged to develop in this direction in the future."


    Thinking of this, he turned around and glanced at Qian Xiaoling, "As for this one, he has a very high IQ and a thinking far beyond ordinary people. If he is trained well, he must be a top wise man! Whether it is management or staff, he will become my Guo family. foundation."


    Whether in ancient China or in Europe, some powerful families adopted the practice of adopting orphans with outstanding talents, thereby cultivating cronies. Guo Shouyun also intends to follow suit, because his family foundation is too weak. Apart from himself, there is no one Guo family around whom he can truly trust.


    Compared with those big families that have been inherited for hundreds of years, this is a weakness that he urgently needs to make up for.


    "The Qian brothers and sisters are a good start, and we will consciously work on this in the future."


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    In Modu Normal University, on the third day of coming to Modu, Guo Shouyun came to his alma mater in his previous life. If nothing had changed, he should have just finished his first year of freshman year, or he should have just walked out of the countryside, with dreams and aspirations to make a career in the most prosperous city in China.


    Then he will come into contact with online novels in the next year, and then because of the pistol''s "Tan of the Devil", he has stepped into the "point of no return" of online novels. In the four-year Chinese language and literature major of Modu Normal University, half of the time was spent reading online texts, which almost wasted his studies. Later, he almost didn''t even get a graduation certificate.


    And this also led to the difficulties after he first entered the society. When the classmates around, either postgraduate entrance examinations or advanced studies in major middle schools, he had no background and had to go to a real estate agency as a salesman in order to survive. It was a day that I still remember very hard to this day.


    "Are all the familiar people still there?"


    With some kind of apprehension that is more timid than nostalgic, Guo Shouyun walked to the familiar classroom along the memory of his previous life. Chinese Language and Literature 02 Class 2, after confirming again and again that the words on the A4 paper next to it were correct, Guo Shouyun quietly pushed the front door open a crack.


    Looking at the familiar and unfamiliar figures inside, Guo Shouyun''s heart became complicated. For more than ten years, he had forgotten the names of most of these old classmates, except for a few who slept together. But Guo Shouyun remembered their appearance very clearly. Now that I see it again, it really feels like an eternity.


    Soon, a beautiful shadow with fluttering long hair caught his eye. But before Guo Shouyun could take a closer look, there was a noise behind him.


    Turning his head, he saw that Matthew, who was dressed in casual clothes, was holding a young man in a black jacket. The latter kept struggling, and was still talking about What are you doing? '', ''Sick! '' and so on.


    Of course, he didn''t resist. But it was easily subdued by the strong Matthew.


    While Guo Shouyun looked over, Matthew also looked over subconsciously. Guo Shouyun shook his head vaguely at him. Matthew understood, and after letting go of the young man in his hand, he turned and walked out.


    Of course, he wouldn''t go far, just outside the hallway. Once Guo Shouyun summons, or if there is any need, he will appear at the first time. The reason for the conflict with this person is probably because he saw his subconscious actions after walking towards Guo Shouyun again.


    "Mad, this guy is just sick! If it wasn''t for something happening today, I would have to teach him a lesson."


    After muttering unwillingly, he looked up at Guo Shouyun not far away, looked up and down, and came over.


    "Dude, you are very eye-catching, aren''t you from our class?"


    Looking at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head after a flash of memory flashed in his eyes.


    "I''m from a foreign school. I heard that there are many beautiful women in Shanghai Normal University, come and see!"


    "Tang Ya?"


    "Yeah! I heard that she is the first school flower of Shanghai Normal University!"


    The young man glanced at him, turned and walked towards the door. ...


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 Chapter 427： old classmate

    Chapter 427 Old Classmates


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    "It''s just that there are animals from the Shanghai Normal University watching every day, and now even the students from other schools are fighting for it. There is no way for us in the second class to survive. No, we must talk to the brothers, and we must not let the second class. The flowers of the class were taken away from the animals of other classes, let alone given to other schools.��


    As he said that, he pushed open the classroom door and walked in, and turned over to insert the plug, obviously with Guo Shouyun.


    Looking at his back, in addition to his memories, Guo Shouyun also had a touch of emotion on his face.


    In his last life, there were not many people who played well at school. The guy who just entered the door is one of them. His name is Xiao Yunfei, he is a man of heaven, he is bold and generous, and his personality is somewhat funny. After graduating, he followed the arrangement of his family and returned to Fengtian directly to become a language teacher in the best middle school in the area. At first, everyone still called him frequently. Later, as he got married and had children, his contacts became less and less, and he gradually became a stranger in his memory.


    Looking at the closed door, Guo Shouyun wanted to go to the back door to take a look, but after thinking about it, let it go. But just as he was about to turn around and leave, the bell for the end of get out of class suddenly rang.


    Because there is a long break between classes after two classes in the morning, most people will take this time to go out for a walk and relax, or go back to the dormitory to do something urgent. So, shortly after the bell rang, a flood of students poured out of the classroom as the teachers left first.


    Naturally, the literature department of the Normal University has the majority of female students. Therefore, when he saw Guo Shouyun, who was tall and handsome in the corridor, he turned his attention 100% to him.


    He was still a little nervous when he was "focused" by the eyes of hundreds of girls. However, fortunately, everyone was of high quality, and they didn''t stop to watch him like a ''rolling''.


    When the crowd was almost gone, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. Looking at the open classroom next to him, he had originally planned to leave after hesitating for a while and finally turned around and walked in.


    Familiar classrooms, familiar lecterns, familiar stickers of Confucius, Marx, and Mencius, and the familiar slogan of "If you don''t know your best, you will be rewarded by God"; and familiar classmates.


    Soon his eyes stopped on the third seat from the far left, a boy in a dark blue down jacket with a flat head and black-rimmed glasses. He was neither fat nor thin.


    If the previous Xiao Yunfei was just a close friend with similar tastes, then this man named Liu Pengyuan is a brother who can be friends with each other.


    In the last life, when Guo Shouyun just graduated from college, he didn''t have the support of his family, and he didn''t get along very well. Since the two recognized Guo Shouyun''s rebirth in college, they have been brothers who can eat skewers, drink beer, complain to each other, and comfort each other for nearly 20 years.


    In Modu, a steel jungle with a population of more than 20 million, it is precisely because of each other''s existence that makes those who wander here feel less cold and difficult!


    When Guo Shouyun was reminiscing about the past and his emotions were up and down, he was suddenly interrupted by another voice.


    "Dude, you are very bold. As a foreign school, it''s enough to look at the door, but you dare to come directly to the classroom to enjoy our class? You are a gentleman from the second class of our Chinese language major. Does it exist or what?" After speaking, Xiao Yunfei came over.


    However, his words reminded Guo Shouyun that in addition to the good brother Liu Pengyuan, the goddess in his mind in college was sitting here.


    His eyes followed his heart, and he looked at a figure sitting in the second row in the middle, wearing a pink coat, long hair and a shawl, with delicate and quiet facial features. She is Tang Ya, the goddess recognized among the tens of thousands of students of Shanghai Normal University, and the dream lover in the minds of all the boys in the school. Guo Shouyun, who was in the same class as him at that time, was naturally one of them. But in later words, he is just an ordinary diaosi, always looking up at the goddess to come and go, but never dare to express his love.


    It''s not because of inferiority, but because I really feel that I am not good. Moreover, there are already countless confident and brave warriors who have died in battle after confessing, and he does not want to be the next one.


    I liked each other for four years, and after graduating from college, they were directly admitted to the graduate student majoring in Chinese language at Jingcheng University, and then went all the way to master, doctoral, postdoctoral, and then stayed at the school to teach. Later, I heard that she married a third-generation celebrity, but Guo Shouyun didn''t know whether it was or not. Everyone was out of touch by then. In the class QQ group, except for the first five years after graduation, there were often people talking, and the next ten years were almost dead. For a year, except for the occasional swindle of a corpse, almost no one spoke in it.


    Of course, the current Guo Shouyun will definitely not be the same as himself when he was in college in his previous life. With decades of experience, he has become accustomed to seeing all kinds of beautiful women. Although Tang Ya is very beautiful, she is even close to the famous ''tea sister with milk''. '', Chen ~ Turin is not inferior in comparison, but simple beauty can''t impress him, the only thing that can make Guo Shouyun''s heart throb is the first love that was unattainable for four years in his last life.


    Older people often live in their memories and are moved by the ignorance and ignorance of their youth, and Guo Shouyun is the same.


    Tang Ya''s eyes were always on this strange man who suddenly broke into the classroom. After seeing him looking at her with complicated eyes, she couldn''t help but be stunned for a moment. Although she has grown accustomed to being paid attention to by all kinds of men around her since she was a child, she has seen more of the kind of greed and possessiveness that is disguised or simply naked. Such eyes that seem to be full of countless emotions have never been seen before.


    Seeing this strange and arrogant guy, dare to stare at his goddess so naked in front of half the class. Feeling offended, Xiao Yunfei subconsciously quickened his pace, but before he could get close and push this arrogant foreign student out of the classroom, a tall figure stopped in front of him.


    "It''s you?"


    Looking at this familiar foreign face, Xiao Yunfei was stunned for a moment, then immediately became angry.


    He didn''t forget the fact that he was almost planted in the hands of the opponent when he was outside just now. Although he knew that he might not be the opponent of this strong white man, the Northeasterners don''t care who you are. What''s more, fighting is not entirely based on physique, skills are also very important. Moreover, there are many helpers here.


    Guo Shouyun, who had been a classmate for four years and knew Xiao Yunfei''s ''Er Lengzi'' character very well, hurriedly stepped forward to stop him who was about to throw a punch.


    "Dude, don''t be angry. It was indeed my friend who was out there just now. I apologize for missing you!"


    "If you want to apologize, it''s him who apologizes first!"


    Guo Shouyun secretly stepped on Matthew''s foot. Matthew, who was the big boss of Victoria, said simply: "Sorry!"


    Seeing this big man, Xiao Yunfei, who thought he was going to fight, could not help but be stunned. However, since everyone has apologized, he naturally can''t hold on to it any longer.


    "Forget it, it''s not an example! However, you are not welcome here, and please leave our class!"


    "Leave? Alright! But I originally wanted to invite you to Hambavide for a barbecue buffet, but now it seems that there is no need!" Guo Shouyun shrugged and said.


    "and many more!"


    He just turned around when he heard Xiao Yunfei''s voice. The corners of Guo Shouyun''s mouth twitched involuntarily. He had been a classmate for four years, and he knew very well that this old classmate from the previous life was an authentic foodie. Especially like the barbecue buffet at Hambaweide near Shanghai Normal University.


    However, the current buffet is not as cheap as it was in the past. The price of 120 yuan per capita is not unaffordable for ordinary college students, but it is still at the level of eating steamed bread and pickles for two weeks at a time. Therefore, in the last four years of college, he could count on ten fingers the number of times he went to the restaurant to eat barbecue.


    "For your sincerity, I reluctantly agreed!"


    Looking at his expression that I gave you face, Guo Shouyun said in his heart, "This guy is still as shameless as he thinks."


    "Is it appropriate for you to eat a big meal by yourself and not bring your classmates?"


    "What do you mean?" Xiao Yunfei was stunned for a moment.


    "The meaning is very simple!" Guo Shouyun glanced at Tang Ya and said loudly, "I''m very happy to meet Tang Ya today, so I invite all of you in the class to eat Hambawei De, my treat!"


    "Wow...!"


    "Dude, you are awesome!"


    "Handsome man, are you serious?"��


    The classroom, which had been somewhat quiet at first, suddenly boiled over.


    Joke, who doesn''t want to eat free food? And still go for high-end white food!


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, "Of course! And it''s noon today!"


    In fact, the reason why he wants to treat guests is that he also has his own considerations. If you leave like this, it may be difficult to have another chance to contact Liu Pengyuan, and it is a good way to treat guests.


    At this moment, a slightly fat middle-aged man with shoulder-length hair and black-rimmed glasses walked in. After seeing the situation in the classroom for a moment, "What''s the situation, who are you?"


    "Teacher, we''re here to see our classmates, we''ll be leaving right away!"


    Ma Zaosheng, the teacher who taught Guo Shouyun''s literary history in his previous life, was a good person. But now the other party doesn''t know him. Therefore, after seeing that the other party was going to class, Guo Shouyun quickly took Matthew out of the classroom. But to his surprise, Xiao Yunfei actually followed.


    "You''re not going to class?"


    "Old Ma''s class, it''s the same whether you take it or not. However, you are taking advantage of it...!" Xiao Yunfei, who almost said what he said in his heart, quickly changed his words, "No, the bright buddy can''t go, our whole class is still counting on you to invite We''re going to Hambavide for a big meal."


    "Don''t worry, I won''t run!" Guo Shouyun smiled, "Since you came out, why don''t you go out and sit together?"


    "OK!"


    Then, the two came to the chairs outside the teaching building and sat down.


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    "Dude, which school are you from? Your pocket is quite fat!" Xiao Yunfei started chatting as soon as he sat down.


    "Ashamed, it''s all about spending my parents'' money!"


    "During college, there were a few who didn''t spend the family''s money! By the way, you haven''t answered my question yet? Wait a minute...!"


    Guo Shouyun just opened his mouth, but was interrupted by the other party.


    "Don''t say it, let me guess!"


    "OK!"


    He smiled and nodded. After this kind of rebirth, it feels quite good to chat with old classmates who have not seen for many years and are still in the second year of middle school. There is a faint sense of coercion!


    "Fudan?"


    "no!"


    "Jiaotong University?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Tongji?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Do I look like a scholar?"


    "It''s not like that. But there are foreign classmates like this, and it seems that there are more of them!" Xiao Yunfei glanced sideways at Matthew, who was standing beside him with a stern smile.


    "However, this guy looks very old. He''s in his thirties? Wait, he''s really a college student?" Xiao Yunfei glanced suspiciously at Guo Shouyun and Matthew several times, and suddenly lowered his voice, "Dude , is he your bodyguard?"


    "Why do you think so?" Guo Shouyun asked curiously.


    "It''s simple, he looks so old, you sit, he stands. You are so rich, Patek Philippe global limited edition can be worn casually, it must be a super rich second generation! ... Buddy, don''t worry, I am this People are very strict, I promise to keep a secret for you!"


    It''s hilarious to someone you know with a big mouth saying he has a tough mouth in front of you. Guo Shouyun glanced at him, raised his hand and gestured to his limited edition Patek Philippe, and said with a smile, "You read it wrong, this is not a limited edition, it''s just an ordinary Patek Philippe, not as expensive as you think. In addition, although Matthew He is old, but in fact he is only twenty-four years old, and he is currently studying a master''s degree in Chinese language at Fudan. Therefore, he is not my bodyguard. We only met occasionally and became friends."


    "real?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    Looking at his ''sincere'' eyes, Xiao Yunfei sighed in disappointment, "Okay! I thought I could meet a super rich second-generation friend as a friend, and then hug my thighs. Now it seems that there is no chance."


    "Actually, my family is not bad."


    "I know. But right now, there are too many people in the capital city with a fortune of over one million. By the way, are you from the capital city?"


    "no!"


    "Where are you?"��


    After a chat, Xiao Yunfei took him around the campus of Shanghai Normal University. After noon, the two returned to the classroom again. The person who originally thought Guo Shouyun was just talking, was somewhat surprised to see him appearing in front of him.


    "Dude, are you really going to invite our whole class to dinner?" someone asked.


    "Of course! Didn''t I say it before!"


    "Pay attention!"


    "Brother, you''re really making a lot of money for picking up girls!"


    "??, I said handsome guy, who are you? If you want to soak in our Tang Ya, you can''t just have a meal." A girl with short ears and a handsome appearance, but a bit of a pungent personality, laughed.


    "Yeah! We are sisters in the same dormitory as Tang Ya. In the future, we can rely on us to pass notes and communicate. So, you know!"


    The introverted and quiet Tang Ya quietly looked at the man on the podium and did not speak. She has experienced too much in this situation, and she is happy to earn some benefits for the sisters around her.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun, who has been a classmate with these people for four years, knows very well that these women have taken him as a slaughter. However, if you know it, you will know it, and there are still a few things to say about the scene.


    "Don''t worry, I''ll never forget you! However, today will definitely not work, wait for the next time!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Okay! Next time next time. We''re not too late."


    "Let''s go, everyone. Hambavide eats barbecue for free!" Xiao Yunfei greeted.


    Looking at the 30 classmates in the class, Guo Shouyun happily turned around and went out. Guo Shouyun, who was among them, felt a sense of relaxation that he had not seen for a long time. It''s like the carefree and carefree college days in my previous life. Every day in addition to studying, I just chat and spank, and by the way, the era of making fun of female classmates is back.


    The restaurant is about two intersections from the school, not too far. Everyone went away. Because it is not a Saturday and Sunday, there are not too many people. Guo Shouyun and more than 30 people can sit down.


    However, in the restaurant, Guo Shouyun did not sit next to Tang Ya as everyone expected, but chose a position beside Liu Pengyuan.


    Compared with the beauty, the brothers who have been with each other for nearly 20 years in the past life are the most important.


    "Dude, for the sake of you paying ten thousand yuan to invite us all to dinner, all the seats beside the beauty are vacated for you. In the end, why are you still sitting next to our group of big men?" Xiao Yunfei asked in surprise.


    "If it''s mutual love, why should you care about the day and night. Besides, it''s annoying to chase after the first time you meet."


    "Okay, it''s up to you. However, don''t say we''re not careful, we didn''t give you a chance!"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "I know you have no classes in the afternoon, so... have a drink?"


    "necessary!"


    Xiao Yunfei immediately agreed.


    "How can you eat meat without drinking alcohol!"


    In addition to Guo Shouyun, Liu Pengyuan, and Xiao Yunfei, there are four people at a table, and there is a thin southerner Zhao Tao. Liu Pengyuan did not speak, but the three agreed, and he naturally would not refuse. Soon, a box of Tsingtao beer was placed.


    After three bottles of beer, the more introverted people have become more talkative. After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun threw out his main purpose for this dinner.


    "Do you want to make some extra money?"


    "What''s the meaning?"


    The three were stunned.


    "Do you understand NetEase?"


    "Of course! Who doesn''t know NetEase in China now!" Xiao Yunfei said immediately.


    "That''s good. I have three part-time positions as NetEase news editors here, with a base salary of 500. The content of the work is not complicated. I write news releases based on hot events, two articles a week, with a word count of 1,000 to 2,000 words. If the number of clicks exceeds 10,000, There will be a 50-dollar commission."


    "real?"


    Liu Pengyuan''s eyes lit up. His family is not wealthy, part-time jobs are what he has been doing, not to mention that editing press releases is their appearance, which belongs to their professional counterparts. Similarly, Xiao Yunfei and Zhao Tao are also very excited. Although they are not for a living like Liu Pengyuan, but NetEase is a big company. If you enter the part-time job ahead of time, you will definitely be able to get a better starting point in it after graduation.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively. He wanted to bring along some of his best friends from college in his previous life, but it was definitely inappropriate to give money directly. So I thought of the position of website editor temporarily. He doesn''t know if Xiao Yunfei and Zhao Tao are suitable for them. But Liu Pengyuan will be the editor-in-chief of Tencent in the future, so he must be suitable.


    In addition, entering NetEase, Guo Shouyun can also secretly make Ding Lei give Liu Pengyuan a better chance of promotion. Avoid his future ''tragedy''.


    As for the "tragedy", of course, it is the tragedy of poor Diaosi being broken up. As the saying goes: women chase men''s interlayer yarn; men chase women, separate rooms, cars, deposits, and her mother!


    This buddy found a good local girlfriend in the magic capital in the second year of his sophomore year, but he is a good person. Xiaojiabiyu is attractive, but his personality is a little weaker. When faced with intimidation at home, he kicked Liu Pengyuan, who had been serving him for seven years. As a result, this buddy was hit hard and was depressed for four or five years. Although he has made a substantial leap in his work and has his own house and car in the magic capital, he still has been a single dog with Guo Shouyun for nearly six years. In their thirties, they are all alone.


    Recalling the agony that he was crying with tears in his nose and tears, Guo Shouyun felt that he had an obligation to help him. And it''s not difficult for him now. However, he also knows that this old classmate is very strong in his bones, so if he wants to take it slowly, he will give you money if he can''t come up.


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun glanced at his old friend who was happy because he got a better part-time job opportunity, and sighed in his heart.


    "Apart from my two children and my relatives, I have never been so obsessed with anyone. Old classmate, you must have a good life in the future Don''t lose the people around you. already."


    "Old Guo, thank you very much. But... are there only three places?" Xiao Yunfei said.


    "Well!... So you have to keep it as secret as possible, and don''t tell outsiders that this is an opportunity I gave you. Otherwise, other people will get jealous and it''s hard to tell what will happen!"


    Guo Shouyun''s admonition silenced the expressions of the three. Although they have not been polished by society and the workplace, they still understand basic human nature.


    "Okay, give me your phone number. When I confirm with NetEase, I''ll call to inform you."


    The three nodded and handed him their respective phone numbers.


    "Tangtang, is this guy really chasing you? Why haven''t I spoken to you since I left school? This is so strange!"


    "Yeah! That''s not the case with those wild bees and butterflies before."


    "This guy won''t be playing hard-to-play again, will he?"


    "It''s possible! Otherwise, who will spend nearly 10,000 yuan for no reason at all to invite our whole class to dinner? How much money is it burning?"


    Several people nodded in agreement.


    "Oh, let''s stop guessing here, we won''t know if we try it out."


    "How to test?"


    After beckoning, several heads came together and lowered his voice, "Remember Sun Gang''s second ancestor?"


    "Of course I do. That guy is disgusting, because his father is the deputy director of the Public Security Bureau, he is domineering in the school, and he is always harassing us Tangtang!"


    "Yeah. I beat Sun Shaobin last time."


    "Qiuqiu, let''s not. They invited us to a meal anyway. There''s no need to let him be entangled by the second ancestor of Sun Gang just for a test." Tang Ya said quickly.


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    Li Yunqiu glanced at her and said with a smile, "Yoyo, we''re not together yet, so we started to protect him. Tangtang, you don''t really like him, do you?"


    "No, I just don''t think it''s good...!" Tang Ya explained shyly.


    "I know, I know! Don''t worry, with me here, Sun Gang wouldn''t dare to mess around."


    Although I don''t know about Li Yunqiu''s family affairs, but thinking of Sun Gang''s fear of her before, except for Tang Ya, the other two girls in the same bed looked at each other, and their pretty faces showed eagerness to try.


    At their age, when they are officially watching the fun and it is not a big deal, there are new and exciting things, just do it, and then worry about the consequences.


    "Yunyun, go make a phone call, be smart!" Li Yunqiu said.


    Chen Yunyun blinked knowingly, "Don''t worry, wrap it on me."


    Seeing her back as she turned and walked towards the bathroom, Tang Ya always felt that something was inappropriate. But seeing a few friends eager to try, opened their mouths, but said nothing.


    Sun Gang came faster than they thought, and the second generation ancestor often had no shortage of friends who wanted to cling to. Therefore, when these uninvited guests came to Hambavide, there were seven people, and some people were quite crowded.


    "Brother Gang, where are you?"


    A sharp-eyed guy found Guo Shouyun, who was full and was about to get up and leave.


    "is it him?"


    "That''s right! It was very clear on the phone. About 1.85 meters tall, with a light blue sweater and a black and white turtleneck sweater, black trousers and brown lace-up shoes, short hair, sitting next to Liu Pengyuan, that''s right. "


    "Then what are you waiting for, give it to me!"


    Seven young and strong men rushed over, and the waiter at the door did not dare to ask. And their movements also successfully attracted the ideas of the students who were eating.


    "Broken! Sun Gang''s second ancestor is here!"


    Zhao Tao, who was sitting at the outermost position with his eyes facing the door, immediately noticed the abnormality.


    "Sun Gang?" Xiao Yunfei''s expression changed, and he quickly got up and looked at the door. Liu Pengyuan is also doing the same thing as him. They all know what kind of a messed-up devil Sun Gang was at the Guru.


    Guo Shouyun, who noticed their movements, glanced at the person who came, "It''s menacing!"


    "They are coming for you!" Zhao Tao said.


    "I know!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    He was also a student of Shanghai Normal University in his last life. How could he be unfamiliar with a guy like Sun Gang, who has a strong family background and can be called a "man of the year" at school. However, at the time he had little presence at school. Although Sun Gang is domineering and often ''beats'' Tang Ya''s suitors in various ways, to him, the opponents almost only exist in various legends and have never been in contact with them at all.


    "You know? You know him too?" Liu Pengyuan asked in surprise.


    "I don''t know! But chasing the goddess always has to do research in advance, so I know it''s not surprising!" Guo Shouyun smiled after thinking about it.


    "It''s fine as long as you understand. However, I think you''d better go first. There are so many of them, and the hero won''t suffer from immediate losses."


    "What are you afraid of, we are no less than them!" Xiao Yunfei has experienced the strength of Matthew, and he is definitely a master who can top several. Coupled with them, even if they fight, they will not necessarily suffer.


    While they were discussing, Sun Gang and several others also came to the front. However, before they could get close to Guo Shouyun, Matthew has faithfully performed his responsibilities. The tall and strong body stood in the aisle, and the aggressive temperament made Sun Gang and others stop subconsciously.


    "Get out of the way, we''re not here to find you!" Sun Gang said immediately after his expression changed.


    "Brother Gang, this is a foreigner, I don''t understand Huaxia dialect!"


    "You still need to say that?" After scolding his humiliated little brother, he looked at the sturdy Matthew with a hint of embarrassment on his face. Because he doesn''t speak English either. However, after noticing the excitement in the eyes of the classmates around him, he felt deeply ashamed. At the same time, Sun Gang, who thought he had a large number of people, simply stepped forward, stretched out his hand and pushed towards the chest of the strong white man who was blocking his way." Get out!"


    Without receiving the boss''s order to stop, Matthew knew that he had been allowed. Therefore, when Sun Gang reached out his hand, he tensed all the muscles in his body. His right hand grabbed the opponent''s arm like lightning, twisted it with his backhand, and kicked his left foot toward the bend of the opponent''s leg. Sun Gang, who was 1.8 meters tall, fell directly to the ground.


    Because the speed is too fast, everyone has not responded. A battle, no, it should be said that a child''s play is more appropriate, is already over.


    At this time, Sun Gang felt that a mountain was pressing down on him, and he couldn''t get out of it no matter how hard he struggled. He had never suffered such a loss before, and he was going to be mad. In particular, such a shameful thing happened in front of everyone''s eyes, which made him even more ashamed.


    "Are you all stupid, don''t give it to me!"


    The furious voice woke up some stunned accomplices beside him. After they reacted, they rushed up with a scream of ''woooo'', but soon fell to the ground at a faster speed.


    For Matthew, these guys who have not received professional training, fight with brute force, and have little strength in their fists, it is not too easy to deal with. Of course, in order to avoid getting into trouble for the boss, he was also very measured. Although these people are called miserable, they are actually flesh wounds.


    But this scene shocked the people around. Especially Xiao Yunfei swallowed a big mouthful of saliva. Looking at Matthew''s sturdy back, and then looking at Sun Gang and the others lying on the ground in a state of embarrassment, he was very glad that he didn''t do anything with the other party at the beginning, otherwise it might be him lying here now.


    Not only him, but even Li Yunqiu, Tang Ya and others who made this happen were stunned.


    "Isn''t this Sun Gang too bad?" Chen Yunyun asked in surprise.


    "It''s not Sun Gangcai, it''s that white man who is too powerful." Li Yunqiu frowned slightly, and after glancing at Matthew, "He should be a professional bodyguard!"


    "how do you know?"


    "Guess." Although she said that, in fact, she had seen such a person to make such a judgment, "It seems that he is not an ordinary person!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, Li Yunqiu''s eyes filled with thought and exploration.


    "What should I do now?" Tang Ya said.


    "Cold salad! Skills are not as good as others, and you deserve to be beaten. Let''s go!"


    "With Sun Gang''s character, I''m afraid he won''t just let it go!" Tang Ya worried.


    "Isn''t it better? Take his hand and probe the bottom of that guy!"


    "he?"


    Seeing the surprised eyes of her good sister, Li Yunqiu smiled, put her arms around her round shoulders, and said softly, "With such a powerful bodyguard around, do you think he would be an ordinary college student? Anyway, I don''t believe it!"


    Hearing this, seeing the mature and stable young man not far away, who is completely different from the classmates he usually sees, Tang Ya also felt a little bit of surprise in his heart.


    "Let''s go, we will always find out the origin of this guy. When the time comes, decide whether or not he wants to pursue you."


    "Oh, what did you say? You can tell he''s not interested in me just by looking at him now!"


    "Not necessarily!"


    For the time being, put aside the slapstick and ridicule of a few girls, and turn your attention to Guo Shouyun.


    "Wait a moment!"


    Seeing them leaving, Sun Gang stroked the chair next to him and got up from the ground.


    "Have the ability to leave your name!"


    Looking at his malicious eyes, Matthew smiled mockingly, "My name is Matthew Bloom, a native of Texas, you can come to me at any time."


    "Does he speak Chinese?"


    Listening to Matthew''s well-spoken Mandarin, Xiao Yunfei was surprised.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded. As a bodyguard who has been with him for more than three years, Matthew of course can speak Chinese.


    "And you!"


    "If you find him, you will find me. By the way, you are welcome to come to us!" After saying that, Guo Shouyun turned around, beckoned to Matthew, and walked out of the restaurant with his legs raised.


    The rest of the surrounding students from the Normal University also hurriedly followed. The account was settled long ago, so everyone walked out of the restaurant directly.


    At this moment, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone suddenly rang. I took it out and saw that the caller ID was Wang Jue.


    "What''s up?"


    "Boss, I just received a call from Stephen Bryan, president of Goldman Sachs. He is in the capital now and hopes to visit you."


    "Stephen!" After pondering for a while, "When?"


    "He said the sooner the better!"


    After a brief thought, "you reply to him, I will entertain him at home at three o''clock this afternoon!"


    "Okay, I''ll call right away. Do you have anything else to say?"


    "Get some good coffee, this guy loves it!"


    "clear!"


    After a few brief explanations Guo Shouyun turned around and smiled at Xiao Yunfei and the others: "I originally wanted to go to Sinan Road with you in the afternoon. But the school suddenly wanted me to go back, So only next time!"


    "It doesn''t matter, we are very grateful that you can invite so many of us to dinner!" Liu Peng said.


    After smiling and patting his shoulder, Guo Shouyun waved to the person who was looking at him, "Everyone, goodbye!"


    "Wait a moment!"


    A crisp voice stopped Guo Shouyun who was about to turn and leave.


    "Hey, didn''t you say that you came to chase us Tangtang? You''re going to leave now, don''t you say a word?"


    Li Yunqiu and Guo Shouyun naturally know each other. But this legendary classmate with a deep background, he doesn''t know much. But he knew the other party''s pungent temperament very well.


    After his eyes quickly swept over her and Tang Ya next to him, "Some words are not suitable to be said when there are many people. I believe there will be opportunities in the future."


    After the words fell, Guo Shouyun didn''t give the other party a chance to speak again, turned around and got into the taxi stopped by Matthew.


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    Chapter 430 Stephen''s Deep Talk


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    Looking at the distant car shadow, Li Yunqiu stomped his feet, "This guy is really watertight."


    Turning his eyes, he saw Liu Pengyuan and a few people next to him, "Xiao Yunfei, come here!"


    "What''s the matter, Sister Qiu?"


    Looking at the guy who ran over, Li Yunqiu said directly: "What did that guy talk to you just now?"


    "It''s all about the food and scenery of the magic capital."


    "do you have anything else?"


    Xiao Pengfei pretended to be thinking and shook his head after a while, "No more!"


    Internship opportunities at NetEase are rare, especially for them who are still freshmen. Therefore, even Xiao Yunfei, who has a big mouth, knows that this kind of thing cannot be said anywhere.


    "Really gone?"


    "It''s really gone, Sister Qiu. I don''t dare to lie to you if you lend me three courage!"


    "I don''t dare to forgive you. However, you have been drinking and eating meat for nearly two hours. You should know his name, where he lives, and at that school, right?"


    "I know, I know. His name is Guo Shouyun, and he lives on Yuyuan Road, but he didn''t say more specifically. The school seems to be Donghua!"


    "Yes, what is it like?"


    "When I asked, he didn''t deny this school, but he didn''t nod." Xiao Pengfei smiled wryly.


    "What else can you expect from you, this guy?" After she finished speaking, she turned her eyes. "Liu Pengyuan, Zhao Tao, how about you? Is there any more news about that guy?"


    After the two looked at each other, Qi Qi shook his head.


    "Every old Xiao we know knows it too."


    "Forget it, Qiuqiu, don''t ask. Let''s go back early." Tang Ya said.


    "Yeah. Go back for a run, or eat so much meat and you''ll be full length."


    "I know that I eat too much to gain weight, but I didn''t see you eating one less piece just now!"


    "Hee hee, is it a rare opportunity!"��


    Watching them walk away, Xiao Yunfei and the three exchanged glances, with a relaxed look on their faces.


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    When they went back to school, Guo Shouyun also returned to his manor by car.


    "boss!"


    Looking at Wang Jue who was approaching, "Is anyone here yet?"


    "I''m already waiting for you in the reception room!"


    "Come so fast?" Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    "I didn''t expect it either! Let him know after calling you, and he''ll be there in twenty minutes."


    After nodding his head clearly, Guo Shouyun pondered, "It seems that he is already prepared! ... Is he alone?"


    "Yes!"


    After asking clearly what he wanted to know along the way, Guo Shouyun also stood outside the reception room. After simply tidying up his clothes and calming down his emotions, he put on a smile and pushed the door and walked in.


    "Stephen, my old friend. What a delight to see you in a foreign country!"


    "Bruce, me too."


    The two smiled and hugged each other with open arms, each patted each other''s backs, and sat down. Wu Xiaojing, who was taking care of her next to her, quickly poured a new cup of coffee and tea for the two of them.


    "How are you, how are you doing recently?" Guo Shouyun asked with a smile.


    "Thanks to you, it''s not bad!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Why did you suddenly come to China?"


    "Goldman Sachs has more and more business here, and the company naturally has to pay attention."


    "So that''s the case, I thought you came here on a special trip to find me!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who was smiling, Stephen Bryan pondered for a moment, then his expression became serious, "Strictly speaking, I did have your reasons for coming to Huaxia."


    "Oh? Because of what happened last time?"


    Stephen Bryan nodded.


    "So you agreed?"


    "Before answering this question, can I confirm the answer to a few questions with you?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun spread his hands, "You can ask anything, I know everything."


    "OK! Bruce, as far as I know, Miss Wendy made a special trip back to Long Island three days ago for Mrs. Roosevelt''s birthday?"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, and said indifferently: "I didn''t expect you to know so much about the whereabouts of the people around me!"


    "Don''t get me wrong, Bruce! Mrs. Roosevelt''s birthday party is not a secret, and there are many people in the upper class. It is not surprising that news spreads. And you should also know that with your current status and wealth, every moment will be Someone pays attention to everything about you, especially Miss Wendy."


    "So, what''s your purpose in asking this question?"


    "I want to know clearly if you plan to marry Miss Wendy, and then marry the Roosevelt family!" Stephen Bryan said bluntly.


    "Does it matter?"


    "Of course!" After nodding affirmatively, "Bruce, your talent and ability are the only ones I have ever seen in my life. There is no doubt that if you develop at your current age, you will have a place in the top family in the United States in the future. But You should know better that with your skin color and thin family background, it will make this all more twists and turns. But if you can marry the Roosevelt family, then everything will be different. As the most profound political background in American politics One of the families, the Roosevelt family has an amazing influence on the political, military, and economic circles of the United States, and even the world outside the United States."


    "If you can get the help of this family, then your non-white shortcomings and the fact that your family background is weak will be greatly compensated. Your career will develop faster and more smoothly!"


    Guo Shouyun took a deep look at Stephen Bryan, who was sitting opposite.


    "If I say yes, will you agree to come and help me?"


    The latter nodded, "I think you also know an old saying in Huaxia called ''a good bird chooses a tree to perch on''. Since you intend to make me loyal to you, of course you must have the value of making me loyal."


    "Isn''t what I''m showing now enough?"


    Stephen Bryan shook his head.


    "There are only so many positions at the top of the pyramid. If you want to break the glass ceiling and climb to the top, it is not just about money. Moreover, I am now the global president of Goldman Sachs. When it comes to status and influence, except for a few positions, I''ve almost climbed to the top in the financial world. If, your identity doesn''t change, then the Phoenix CEO position isn''t a better choice for me."


    "Of course, I know you said that Phoenix can acquire Merrill Lynch to replace the latter''s position in the U.S. financial industry. But sometimes acquiring a company of Merrill Lynch''s level is not just a matter of money. The Ministry of Commerce, the U.S. financial industry regulation Political agencies such as bureaus can easily find a reason to abort your M&A plan. Of course, with your ability, I believe you can finally get through all the joints. But it will take a long time to increase your influence in the political world "Maybe five years, maybe ten years. But I''m forty-eight years old, and every year of my career is precious to me, and I can''t wait that long."


    "That''s why you dragged on for so long!"


    Stephen Bryan nodded, "Actually, it''s not just Miss Wendy who waits, I''m also waiting. Even if you never choose the Roosevelt family, I will talk to you for a long time before I really refuse. But Now it looks like it can be avoided. You have made the smartest choice."


    Guo Shouyun put down the teacup in his hand and stood up, "The heating in the room is a little stuffy, how about we go out for a walk?"


    "Okay! When I came in just now, I saw that the environment of your new residence is good, so I just took this opportunity to take a stroll."


    "Please!"


    After the two put on their coats, they came to the back garden.


    "Stephen, you are older than me, have experienced more things than me, and have more experience than me. Do you really say that a person really needs external force to achieve final success?"


    "Aren''t we using external forces all the time?"


    "What''s the meaning?"


    "It''s very simple. From the moment we were born, we used the help of our parents to take care of us growing up; when we were studying, we were helped by our teachers to make us smarter and more capable; when we were at work, we were helped by our employees and partners. , make us more successful. The Roosevelt family is the same, he is also an external force that makes you successful. So, you don''t really have to feel too much pressure. No one will laugh at you about this, even they will be jealous You, I want to replace you."


    "Bruce, don''t take the Roosevelt family too seriously, and don''t take it too seriously. You get benefits from them They also need benefits from you. Political help, what they need is your economic talent, which is money. This is an equivalent and reasonable exchange. There is no one who becomes inferior in front of whom!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. After Stephen Bryan''s explanation, he found that his oriental thinking and the idea of ??entering a family led him to always be unable to let go of the marriage with the Roosevelt family. But in fact, in the eyes of a pure Westerner like Stephen Bryan, marriage is just an exchange of interests and an alliance in the face of difficulties.


    "Thank you, your answer has made me feel a lot easier."


    Stephen smiled and patted his shoulder, "It''s because you''re too young and too successful. You''ll find out when you''re my age. Pride is something that sometimes needs to be, but sometimes it can''t. Too seriously. And, your success happens to fuel your pride! But I believe you are smarter than most people in this world, and much wiser, to make the most reasonable choices."


    When the words were over, Stephen glanced at him, "Bruce, I know the reason other than what you said. Another woman in your family is also the reason why you can''t let go. However, sometimes you have to make a choice. Besides, women always It is fickle, and the future is full of uncertainties. Hold all the interests you can grasp tightly in your own hands, and leave the rest to God to be responsible!"...


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 Chapter 431： 1st Franklin Financial

    Chapter 431 First Franklin Finance


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    "Stephen, every time I communicate with you, I always benefit a lot, thank you!" Guo Shouyun said sincerely.


    "It''s not easy to get your sincere thanks!"


    "Really? Haven''t you done it many times before?"


    "I think it used to be mostly superficial, right?"


    "Haha, who made us opponents!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "That''s right! ... But it is precisely because of this that we have a deeper understanding of each other''s abilities. This is why I will carefully consider it after receiving your invitation."


    Stephen Bryan nodded, and after a pause, he suddenly said: "I know that you always have a backhand when you do things. So I''m curious, if I decline your invitation, who will your alternative be?"


    After one look at him, "Jamie Dimon from First Bank of Chicago!"


    "He? It suits your appetite and has enough abilities. But Bruce, he won''t agree to you!"


    "why?"


    "When Jamie Dimon got kicked out of Citi, this guy''s been dreaming about going back to New York and taking back the honor he''s thrown away. So, unless you can give him a bigger platform than what he''s doing at First Bank Chicago. , otherwise he will not agree to your invitation. And now First Bank of Chicago ranks sixth in the US financial industry. In addition to Citi, ******, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Wachovia Bank, in No other bank in America is bigger!"


    "Of course, you can choose to buy the First Bank of Chicago, but unless you can get the Roosevelt family to help, there is little hope. And even if you solve the political shortcomings now, there is little hope."


    "why?"


    "According to the information I have received, ****** has begun private contact with Jamie Dimon, and the merger plan between Seymour and First Bank of Chicago has begun, and if this plan is successful, Seymour will replace Citi To become the largest financial giant in the United States, and even in the world. Jamie Dimon is the person with the best chance of becoming her leader. Do you think he will consider your invitation under this kind of temptation?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head after taking a brief test.


    "It doesn''t seem to be possible! ... But he was originally an option, and it''s nothing to lose. Wouldn''t it be enough to have you. I believe that the combination of the two of us is better than the Sandy Weir and Jamie Weir of the last century. Dimon cooperates more tacitly and is more capable of building Phoenix into a world-class financial consortium."


    "Bruce, your confidence is a very important reason why I chose you." After a pause, "So, are you ready to tell me about your big plan? For example: When will Merrill be integrated?"


    Looking at Stephen Bryan''s concerned eyes, Guo Shouyun thought about it, "If nothing else happens, it will be at the end of this year!"


    "why?"


    "Because Phoenix Capital took over the assets from Anping, it will take nearly a year to process. Moreover, I also need time to increase the capital of Phoenix, and then maintain a controlling stake in the process of integrating Merrill Lynch."


    Stephen nodded, "Bruce, Merrill Lynch is doing pretty well now. If you delay the time, its stock price will also rise, and the price will be even greater!"


    "Stephen, I believe that at the same time, my investment income must be much more than Merrill Lynch. And, like you said, Merrill Lynch is not an easy thing to do, we also need time to prepare."


    After pondering for a while, "Then after the acquisition is successful, what are your plans?"


    "There is no clear plan for the time being, but on this matter, I think it is necessary to listen to your opinion!"


    Since it was decided to let Stephen Bryan be the CEO of the company, out of respect for him, the other party''s opinion should also be consulted on this matter.


    "I want to buy ''First Franklin Financial''!"


    "First Franklin Finance?" Guo Shouyun frowned slightly, "If I remember correctly, it should be a subsidiary of National City Bank that operates subprime mortgages."


    "That''s right! First Franklin Financial''s stimulus mortgage business spans 12 south-central US states, 1.7 million customers, $55.9 billion in real estate-based AAA-rated subprime debt, and it''s a gold mine! Just people noticing it now Not too much."


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly, "Stephen, now everyone is focusing on the priority and intermediate-level real estate mortgage bonds, and not many people are interested in subordinated bonds."


    "Of course. But the number of senior and intermediate bonds is always limited, isn''t it? Bruce, I''m sure you can see that the real estate industry in the United States is about to enter a period of rapid growth, and any related The industry will be prosperous, and so will derivative bonds. If Phoenix wants to get the most lucrative, it needs to swallow the part that is most likely to generate excess returns in the future before everyone reacts.��


    "Subordinated bonds?"


    "Of course! Because there are still a lot of choices everyone is concerned about the middle class and the priority class, and there are not many financial institutions that operate subordinated bonds. Therefore, the small-scale First Franklin Financial Company owns The 3A-rated subordinated debt accounts for one-third of the total subordinated debt of 158 billion in the United States. And the price is also very low. It is a good time for us to hunt for the bottom. If the real estate appreciation tide begins, all financial institutions will pay attention When we move here, we may not have such a good opportunity.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Stephen Bryan''s eyes are still very sharp. At a time when most of the attention has been focused on senior and a small number of mid-tier mortgage bonds, he has identified hidden opportunities in subprime lending.


    If he hadn''t known that ''forward contracts,'' and the long-term gold and oil markets, had a better chance than subprime debt, he would have gotten in right now.


    However, for gold and oil, as well as the "forward contracts" of various futures commodities, it is his own strategic layout. The main business entities are Guo Family Trust, Hanhua Trust, and two hedge funds, Leiting and Mangzhong. He did not interfere too much in Phoenix''s regular investment business.


    "I think you''re telling me this not for the company''s development plan after the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch. It''s to persuade me that I should take this opportunity to acquire First Franklin Financial Company and enter the subprime bond field."


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 Chapter 432： subordinated bonds

    Chapter 432 Subordinated Bonds


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    "Haha, Bruce, I knew you would have guessed it! ... Yes, I did plan to do so. The acquisition of Merrill will take a long time. If you wait for the success to seek subordinated debt, then the opportunity will be missed."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Why don''t you just suggest me to buy National City Bank of America?"


    "Since we found that the biggest opportunity in the future is in subprime loans, then we should focus most of our energy on this. There is no need to waste precious time by making extra cuts."


    Looking at the wise and sure Stephen Bryan, Guo Shouyun secretly admired. Sure enough, it was able to make Goldman Sachs survive the subprime mortgage crisis and not fail, but instead took the opportunity to make a fortune, forcing Morgan Stanley to become the financial genius of the world''s No. 1 investment bank.


    In the entire American financial industry, he can be compared with a few except Seymour CEO Jamie Dimon, Wells Fargo CEO John Stamp, and Buffett.


    "Time, nothing is more precious than time!" After a pause, "Stephen, although the US real estate market is in the ascendant, do you think it will collapse in the future?"


    "Crash?" Stephen Bryan froze for a moment, then his pupils shrank, "Bruce, you know that in the past half century, although the US real estate industry has declined, it has never collapsed."


    "You don''t want to say that I''m ''unfounded''?" Guo Shouyun said with a light smile.


    "No! If it were someone else I might have said that. But you won''t."


    "Oh why?"


    "Because I know you. Whether it is the financial crisis in Argentina, the changes in the gold market, or the trend of the U.S.-Iraq war predicted in advance, I understand that you have an ability to predict the crisis beyond ordinary people. Therefore, I am willing to detail you! "


    "I think I should be happy to get such an evaluation from you?!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Stephen Bryan waved his hand, "These are secondary. The real estate industry collapse you said just now is what really matters. ... Bruce, are you serious?"


    "I don''t know. Maybe it''s a personal habit. Before making any major decisions that can affect the company''s future, I always habitually consider the worst-case scenario. It makes me very clear that all my Where is the bottom line of action. When I understand this, when I act again, I will become resolute and confident, and will not be influenced by the complicated information from the outside world. This helps me to obtain incredible gains from the outside world. and success!"


    "This is the secret to your success?"


    "At least part of it!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Stephen Bryan nodded. "Nice point! I think I''ve learned some useful ideas again."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Such a compliment can easily make me proud!"


    "I''m just telling the truth!"


    "Okay!" He shrugged, looked up at two horned dragon-like camphor trees not far away, and after taking a breath, "Stephen, it seems that real estate subordinated bonds are indeed a good investment direction. But I hope that when people all over America start betting on this, we''re going to think about the retreat."


    "Bruce, I also have a sense of urgency. In addition, as the chairman of Phoenix Corporation, I thought of that moment, we will work together to tide over the difficulties!" Stephen Bryan said sternly.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him, "You are wrong. It''s not about getting through the difficulties together. It''s about preparing for the hard-won opportunity given by God!"


    Stephen Bryan froze for a moment, then burst out laughing.


    "Haha, Bruce, this is you I know. And, you''re right, a hard-won opportunity."


    Guo Shouyun also smiled and stretched out his right hand towards him, "We will work together in the future."


    "Of course, it''s something I''ve been looking forward to for a long time!"


    Stephen Bryan smiled and tightly held the right hand that the man he was optimistic about took the initiative to stretch out.


    In the decades or even hundreds of years later, when countless writers wrote biographies about Guo Shouyun, they called this meeting an important turning point in the success of the Guo family. Stephen Bryan has also become one of the most famous "troika" among the many geniuses under Guo Shouyun.


    When Guo Shouyun and Stephen Bryan talked about subprime bonds, gold and oil, and Phoenix''s future development strategy, the more they chatted and speculated, some little people who he thought were not worth mentioning brought him unexpected troubles .


    "Brother Gang, this is the test result I just got. The doctor said that we just had skin trauma, and there is no major problem!"


    After taking a look at the test report in the hand of the younger brother, he thought of the unbearable pain in his chest that he had been beaten. Sun Gang, who had never suffered such a loss, threw the report to the ground angrily, and the scattered paper was scattered. one place.


    "Damn, I have never suffered such a loss!"


    "Brother Gang, we didn''t take any guys in the store before, and the aisle is too narrow, and we didn''t give full play to the advantage of our large number of people. I think, as long as we call more people next time, put the stick Bring it all together, make sure you don''t even know the **** who beat the surnamed Ma."


    "Idiot, that foreign devil''s name is Matthew, what''s his surname Ma! Besides, do you know where he lives?" Sun Gang said angrily after his younger brother slapped the back of the head.


    "We don''t know. But those who eat with him must know. Just catch a few and ask?"


    Sun Gang was heartbroken for a while, but quickly shook his head.


    "No. Li Yunqiu won''t let me touch her classmates."


    "Brother Gang, you are still afraid of a little girl...!"


    Before he could finish speaking, Sun Gang slapped him again.


    "What do you know. Do you think I''m afraid of her? If it weren''t for her father...! Forget it, tell you, your pig heads don''t understand either!"


    Although Sun Gang is an arrogant and domineering second-generation ancestor on the surface, he is not completely brainless. He is very clear that those people cannot be offended by himself, and those people can be bullied by himself. Therefore, even from childhood to adulthood, he has always acted like a demon king, and he has never stabbed his father in a big way.


    "That foreign devil and that tall man don''t look like ordinary people either." Thinking of this, Sun Gang touched his chin, and after a moment of indulgence, "Go, follow me back to school."


    After a few younger brothers looked at each other, they quickly followed. Although he was afraid of Li Yunqiu''s family affairs and did not dare to do anything to the classmates of the second class of Chinese language, as long as he did not use force, he could always get what he wanted with his "reputation".


    "Guo Shouyun? Matthew Bloom? And Yuyuan Road?" After tasting it, Sun Gang took out his mobile phone, "Hello, Uncle Liu, I''m Sun Gang. It''s been okay lately..., you Can you help me check the information of a few people?�� How can it be! Don��t worry, it��s just to help my classmates, it��s definitely not a mess.�� Their names are Guo Shouyun and Matthew Bloom, and they live on Yuyuan Road. Forgot the exact address!��What, no? How could it not?��Okay, I got it. Thank you, Uncle Liu. I��ll invite you to dinner another day!��


    After hanging up the phone, Sun Gang''s brows furrowed tightly. The one he just called was the household registration department of the Municipal Public Security Bureau, where the household registration information of all the people in the city was available. However, what he didn''t know was. Guo Shouyun''s announced name has always been Bruce Guo instead of Guo Shouyun. The name Guo Shouyun is known only to close friends. In addition, he and Matthew entered the country from Pengcheng, and of course Modu couldn''t find their information. What''s worse is the household registration department, not the immigration bureau.


    Of course, it''s not that he didn''t want to make phone calls, but Sun Gang didn''t know anyone in this area at all, so he couldn''t find out.


    "TMD, I don''t believe I can''t find them. Follow me to Yuyuan Road!"


    Sun Gang, who had fully mobilized all the strength of his men, searched back and forth on Yuyuan Road for three days, but he didn''t even look at it. Of course he wouldn''t find it. At this time, Guo Shouyun went to Hangzhou after finishing everything in the magic capital.


    "Brother Gang, this is the fourth day, when will it be a head after looking for it like this!"


    "Yeah, Brother Gang. I think that **** Lu Sen is lying to us at all. That guy surnamed Guo and that foreign devil Matthew are not on Yuyuan Road at all."


    "Yuyuan Road is now a park in addition to the old house. How can foreigners live here. I think it''s more reliable for us to go to Gubei."


    "Okay, don''t shout anymore, you''ve all been annoyed to death." Sun Gang said angrily.


    He didn''t feel happy when he couldn''t find anyone, but he also realized that it was really a needle in a haystack to search for.


    "Looks like we need to think of a way!"...


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 Chapter 433： NetEase

    Chapter 433 NetEase


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    "Liangzi, come here!"


    A young man with a short head and a red T-shirt responded and stepped forward, "Brother Gang."


    "You also know Xiao Yunfei, Zhao Tao, and Liu Pengyuan. Later, you will find a chance for the three of them to be together and fight them!"


    "Okay!" After nodding happily, Liang Zi reacted, pointing to his nose and said in surprise, "Brother Gang, do you want me to beat all three of them?"


    "Why, no?" Sun Gang stared.


    "No! The key point is that I''m afraid that I''m not their opponent, and I''ll delay Brother Gang''s affairs!" Liang Zi quickly explained.


    "That''s what I want, otherwise I''ll have to find you alone?" After patting the little brother on the shoulder comfortingly, "Don''t worry, after this is done, Brother Gang will definitely not forget your goodness!"


    Hearing what ''Brother Thigh'' said, Liang Zi could only nod his head. After all, in the future, he also counted on clinging to Sun Gang to give him a good future for this scumbag.


    "By the way, it''s best to make yourself miserable when fighting, such as bleeding. Of course, if you are afraid of pain, you can prepare pig blood in advance!" Sun Gang explained.


    "Brother Gang, what''s your plan...?"


    "Hey, according to the laws of our country, if a fight causes more serious personal injury, it will be detained for more than 15 days and fined. Isn''t that Guo Guo a friend of these three guys? Don''t be afraid when they enter. Those two guys don''t show up. We''ll just have to wait and see where they''re going."


    "Brother Gang is really smart! ... But why don''t you just arrest these three guys? With Brother Gang''s ability, it''s easy!"


    "Yeah, Brother Gang. Wouldn''t it save you time if you did these three guys directly?" Liang Zi said quickly. He really didn''t want to be beaten.


    "Idiot! Do you think the police station is run by my house? Use your head first when you speak!" Sun Gang scolded.


    He is the second generation ancestor, but he is not a **** who doesn''t understand anything. Sun Gang is very clear that the reason why he is touted and can be domineering in school is because he has an old father who is the deputy chief of the Modu Police Station. Without this, his Sun Gang would not be a fart in this society.


    Therefore, no matter what he does, the first thing he considers is whether it will hurt his father to lose his official hat and cause himself to become an ordinary person with nothing. And private use of public power is definitely a taboo that violates the bottom line, and Sun Gang is not that stupid. So even if he wants to use his father''s energy, he must be famous, instead of messing around at will.


    Looking at the few younger brothers who were just like quails who were trained by him, they were obedient and did not dare to resist, Sun Gang felt the importance of power and background more and more in his heart.


    "Made, you''re out of your mind. It''s time to listen to my father''s persuasion to take the civil service exam! As for Tang Ya, TMD, it''s a pity!" Sun Gang thought.


    Although he really wanted to find someone like Tang Ya to be his wife, he also understood that he couldn''t decide his own marriage. The family has already arranged a match for him, the youngest daughter of the director of the tax bureau in Modu to be his wife, and the two families will arrange for them to get married only after he and the future wife, who has not met a few times, graduate from college. Apart from sacrificing the relationship between him and the girl, this political marriage will benefit both parents and the future careers of juniors like Sun Gang.


    This kind of marriage is also the most common way to consolidate and enhance family power in China and the upper class of the world. Of course, in the eyes of most ordinary people, the consolidation of wealth and power may be enviable. But on the other hand, this is not a kind of cage. These people have to live carefully in the cage of wealth and power all their lives, for fear of losing!


    So many times, Jack Ma will say that what he most envies is the middle class. Pay attention to the quality of life, have a certain luxury consumption ability, have a stable life, pay attention to the pursuit of cultural and spiritual fields, etc. Of course it is true or false, the benevolent sees the benevolent and the wise sees the wisdom!


    Fighting this kind of thing, if it is intentional to find fault, it is really simple. Then there was Sun Gang''s behind-the-scenes manipulation, and Xiao Yunfei, Zhao Tao, and Liu Pengyuan were soon detained. Although they repeatedly said that Liang Zi was the first to find fault, but without evidence, they fought three times one, no matter how they looked at it, they were bullying the weak.


    With such established facts, several police officers are willing to sell the Chief Young Master a face and limit the detention period to five and eighteen days without violating the principle. As for why there is a difference. It''s very simple. If Guo Shouyun has not appeared after five days, of course, someone has to go out and report the news first. If eighteen days have passed and Guo Shouyun has not appeared, then Sun Gang can only consider himself unlucky.


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    Everything in the magic capital is not known to Guo Shouyun. I met Stephen Bryan, and continued to stay in the magic capital for a day. After visiting the places where I lived and worked, I drove to Hangzhou.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t come many times to this city that was known to the whole world in later generations. And most of them are tourism other than tourism. Niu X''s Alibaba has never been there. Of course, it''s definitely different now. You know, Hanhua Trust is a shareholder of Ali, although it does not hold many shares.


    NetEase Hangzhou headquarters, although Yangcheng is still the headquarters of NetEase in name, but now it is more business portals, mailboxes, communities and online games. Netease Mall is placed in Hangzhou, and the reason is very simple. Because of Alibaba''s relationship, it gathers the most talents in China who understand e-commerce, which is convenient for poaching. In addition, it is in the middle of the Huaxia Coastal Economic Belt, the source of the Yangtze River Economic Belt, and the transportation is also convenient. For NetEase Mall, which is also expanding in the offline logistics field, Hangzhou is a better choice.


    Accompanied by Ding Lei, after turning Netease Hangzhou headquarters down, the two sat down in the office.


    "I read the February operating data of NetEase that you sent me earlier. The revenue of 1.593 billion Chinese currency has set a new record, an increase of 4.7% year-on-year; net profit was 2.17 million, an increase of 5.3% year-on-year. Old Ding, you have contributed!"


    "This is also thanks to the support of the boss in online games. Without the two games "Legend" and "Fantasy Westward Journey", NetEase''s revenue would have to be cut by at least half, and the entire NetEase would be due to the huge investment in e-commerce. Ding Lei is in a state of loss For this, Ding Lei is too experienced. The e-commerce burning money is almost two levels with the portal website he was engaged in before. The previous NetEase, the most expensive It is the cost of servers and labor costs. Now, in addition to these, NetEase''s expenditure on building a logistics center is as high as 300 to 400 million Chinese dollars. If it is a regional logistics transfer station, for example, it can radiate large logistics such as East China and North China. In the center, the investment-level investment is one billion, or even billions of dollars. There is no place where you need to spend money on land, vehicles, personnel, system construction, etc.


    This is also the reason why NetEase can barely maintain no loss despite having two popular games, Legend and Fantasy Westward Journey, advertising revenue from portal websites, operating revenue from e-commerce, and cooperation income from Monternet. .


    After nodding, looking at Ding Lei''s expression, "Why do you look so worried. Why, you have no confidence in the future of e-commerce?"


    "One thing. But I''m more worried about the endless investment in e-commerce." After a pause, "In the past two years, we have only completed the construction of logistics systems in a few first-tier cities and second-tier cities in eastern provinces. The central and western provinces, as well as most of the third- and fourth-tier cities, have not yet been touched. The amount of capital required for this huge project far exceeds our revenue growth in e-commerce. I am afraid that the financial health of the entire company will be dragged down in the future. collapse."...


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 Chapter 434： NetEase

    Chapter 434: NetEase, which exploded the warehouse


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    Guo Shouyun understood Ding Lei''s concerns. The upfront investment in e-commerce is far more than search and community. It took 20 years for Amazon to make a profit. Even if JD.com was losing money before he crossed, it can explain the problem. And anyone who faces such an inexhaustible and almost growing investment will become hesitant.


    After briefly thinking about it, Guo Shouyun smiled, "Old Ding, remember when I was chatting with Bezos, in the first two or three years at Amazon, he also faced the same anxiety as you, and he overcame it later. The reason. It is also very simple, because he is convinced that he is engaged in a promising business. And all the losses are not due to the decline in marketing revenue, but from reinvestment. From this perspective, although NetEase''s losses are expanding, but NetEase''s total assets are indeed rising. Therefore, you can maintain a normal heart and do NetEase well."


    Ding Lei nodded, "I understand the truth, but people are so strange. They always worry about certain things."


    "Haha, sometimes I do too! But compared to the loss caused by benign investment, I am more worried about not being able to find the future direction of the company''s development. Confusion about the future is the most terrifying thing!"


    "Every time I see you and chat with you, I always feel that you are full of confidence in everything. I didn''t expect you to be anxious."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Everyone is human, how can I not have anxiety! It''s just that many times, I leave this anxiety to myself. As a strategic planner of a company, if you lose confidence in front of your subordinates, then you will Gradually affect employees across the enterprise. The so-called ''up and down effect'' also exists in this regard."


    After Ding Lei nodded, "I thought you would ask about NetEase''s development in detail at this meeting? Now things seem to be different from what I expected!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "It''s not surprising. If I''m running a company with 30 people, then I will pay attention to everything in the company. If I''m running a company with 300 people, then I will be concerned about personnel and finance. If I am running a company with 3,000 people, what I care about is the construction of the management system of the enterprise, that is, the system."


    "Now I own more than a dozen companies with more than 100,000 employees. Then I only care about one thing: whether the person at the helm of the company I choose is the one who I think can manage the company well and lead the company to continue. The right person to move forward."


    "If it is, then even if I don''t pay attention to the company, the company will continue to develop rapidly along the established track. If not, then I will choose a CEO who I think is suitable, rather than pointing out the specific affairs of the company. After all, no matter how much I know an industry. I am an outsider without being involved in the specifics of the company for a long time. The consequences of blind commanding are disastrous.��


    "The facts over the past three years have proved that NetEase has developed very well under your leadership. You Ding Lei is the right person. So why should I intervene in NetEase''s specific affairs? I should focus more on you, an excellent person. The managers of the company communicate with each other to understand your plans for NetEase; solve some of the puzzles that you are in and can''t get the answer; at the same time, they also draw nutrients from you; it is far better than going to ask the details of NetEase."


    The above are the results summed up by Guo Shouyun''s business career of more than three years and his life experience in the past few decades. Many times he finds that it is better to point fingers at the specific affairs of the enterprise than to go beyond the managers of the enterprise. Taking care of people is more important.


    As long as he manages the CEO of each company well, then the future of the company can be assured.


    After thinking for a moment, Ding Lei nodded in agreement.


    "It seems that sometimes I also need proper delegation of authority!"


    "It''s a matter of time. When NetEase becomes bigger and bigger, even if you have the diligence of Emperor Yongzheng, you can''t take everything in your own hands."


    Ding Lei smiled, "I didn''t expect the boss to know so much about the history of China."


    "I''m also a Chinese. Isn''t it normal to have a deep understanding of the history of my motherland!"


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just then, there was a sudden knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    After glancing at Guo Shouyun who did not move at all, Ding Lei quickly realized something.


    Soon, a middle-aged man in a black suit pushed the door and walked in.


    "Boss, this is Huang Xiao, the company''s vice president in charge of the book and audio-visual business sector!"


    Guo Shouyun got up and smiled and stretched out his right hand towards the other party.


    "Hello!"


    "Hi, nice to meet you!"


    As for the company''s rumored behind-the-scenes boss, Huang Xiao had only heard about it before, and he could occasionally see it on TV and newspapers, but it was the first time he saw it in reality.


    Ding Lei''s words broke Huang Xiao''s restraint.


    "Old Huang, what''s the matter?"


    "Mr. Ding, Xiaoshan''s warehouse has exploded!" Huang Xiao hesitated. Although he didn''t want the boss to slap the face in front of the big boss, he felt that this juncture was at stake, and he had no choice but to bite the bullet and report.


    "What?... Make it clear, what''s going on?"


    "Our previous businesses were mostly focused on home appliances, digital, clothes, shoes and hats, and most of the experience accumulated by the logistics department was in these areas. But the new audio and video books are different from other businesses. There are too many types of books. There are more than 600 secondary categories and thousands of tertiary categories. Before the book category was launched, our SKU (product uniform number) was several tens of thousands, but the number of books was more than 200,000 when it was launched, and it is still Rapid growth."


    "And for many books, there is no way to distinguish whether it is literature or novels, or both. This brings about the problem of sorting. In addition, books are a huge variety, and a publishing house can give us 10,000 at a time, Even more merchandise. Some major appliances don''t have that many for half a year."


    "These unexpected problems have caused many difficulties in our system operations, distribution, warehousing, IT, and finance. So...the position was burst!"


    "Then what are you waiting for, contact the person to move in soon!" Ding Lei said anxiously.


    Huang Xiao nodded quickly, "You know, you need to give the order yourself."


    "Cheng Bin, you immediately order all departments, except for the necessary left-behind personnel, all the rest will go to the Xiaoshan Logistics Center to move warehouses!"


    The assistant who was standing by the side nodded quickly, then turned around and walked out.


    "boss��!"


    Just as Ding Lei was about to turn around to explain, Guo Shouyun interrupted him with a wave of his hand. There is no shortage of warehouses and no e-commerce, which is unavoidable.


    "Are you okay?"


    "Me?" Ding Lei pointed to himself, "My plan today is to receive you...!"


    "Then let''s go!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Go, where are you going?"


    "The company needs manpower for the liquidation, do we still have to sit in the office and drink tea?" Guo Shouyun said naturally.


    Liquidation will cause loss of word of mouth due to serious delays in delivery time, which is more serious than the loss of pure funds. Many people may abandon NetEase Mall directly because of this poor user experience. Therefore, since Guo Shouyun has caught up, he naturally cannot stand idly by.


    "But��!"


    "It''s nothing. I''m not that delicate yet!" After interrupting Ding Lei again, Guo Shouyun took him out of the office.


    Seeing him like this, Ding Lei didn''t say anything more. Walking out of the office, all departments of NetEase Hangzhou headquarters are already busy. Except for the necessary left-behind personnel, most of them are women. The rest of the people all drove, would you like to take the company vehicle to drive towards Xiaoshan.


    NetEase''s warehouse in Xiaoshan is not far from Hangzhou South Railway Station. Because of the convenient transportation, it is a logistics park approved by the local government. In addition to NetEase''s warehouse, the excellent and Dangdang logos can also be seen here. However, compared to the neatness of other people''s warehouses, the larger NetEase warehouse at this time was filled with packages of various sizes, and it had spread to the outside. Many unloading and transfer vehicles are also stuck here. The sound of vehicle horns, the sound of people shouting, and the roar of the engine were intertwined, making the scene look full of people and extremely noisy.


    In this case, the car will definitely not be able to drive in. So, the group got off the car and walked to the warehouse. In the huge space, the shelves and aisles are full of dazzling arrays of large and small items, and countless employees wearing dark yellow uniforms with the NetEase logo printed on their backs are constantly shuttled through it like ants. It made Guo Shouyun feel a busy order Lao Li, Lao Li? "


    Following Ding Lei''s shout, a busy, sweaty middle-aged man with a hard hat and the same uniform hurried over.


    "Mr. Ding, why are you here?"


    "The warehouse has burst, and I''m here to help. By the way, this is the director of the company, Mr. Guo Shouyun. ... Boss, this is Li Fujun, the warehouse manager of our Xiaoshan warehouse."


    A person who can be called a boss by the boss, Li Fujun naturally understands that the identity of the other party is unusual, and he hastily stretched out his right hand to the other party.


    After shaking hands briefly, Guo Shouyun said quickly: "Everyone is busy now, so you don''t need to say polite words. Old Li, we are new here, and we are not familiar with this place. You can arrange it. Where is the shortage of people? Where are we going."


    "This...!" Li Fujun''s face showed hesitation, the warehouse work was not easy. Can this big boss with thin skin and tender meat adapt?


    However, Ding Lei gave him a positive look, "You make arrangements, we are here to help this time."


    Li Fujun, who used to be a logistics soldier, heard the two bosses say so, and he didn''t say anything more.


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    Chapter 435 Lunch


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    "Okay! The most missing person now is packing, you come with me!"


    Following Li Fujun to the corner of the warehouse, Guo Shouyun saw hundreds of people sorting out piles of books according to different orders, and then the people who packed them were wearing gloves, and the gloves were wrapped with tape around the blade to sort the books. Good books are packaged into a package, and then these packages are uniformly numbered and placed in different regions. After inspection, they are transported away by trucks after there are no errors. The whole process is like an assembly line, but it is not fast enough for customers to place orders.


    Guo Shouyun, Ding Lei, and Matthew and other bodyguards all picked up the blades and joined the packing army under the arrangement of Li Fujun. The only exception was Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing, who were wearing high-heeled shoes and looked weak and weak. They were arranged by Li Fujun to work relatively easy, such as posting logistics bills.


    At first, Guo Shouyun didn''t understand why the rest of the packing workers wrapped the blades around their hands. Isn''t it the same with holding? But after he worked for more than two hours, he found that it was a wise decision, because after a long time, the strength of the fingers was exhausted, and the hand was sore that he could not hold the blade firmly, and it was relatively easy to use the strength of the arm to wrap it around the hand. many.


    "Boss, take a rest, it''s time for lunch!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, wiped the sweat from his forehead, took off his gloves, shook his hands, moved around a bit, and sat down on the bench next to him.


    "Why are there so many foam boards on the ground?"


    "There is no heating here in Hangcheng, so in winter, when the concrete floor freezes, the employees put the leftover foam board under their feet to keep out the cold."


    Guo Shouyun frowned, "What about the body? Without heating and air conditioning, it is not as cold in winter! Especially like we are now, we are sweating all over, there is no heating, and there is nothing when working. If you sit down and your body cools down, Don''t you freeze when you try on clothes on your body?"


    "We have a special bathroom for hot showers, which may alleviate this situation. As for heating and air conditioning, one was not installed due to waterproof considerations; air conditioning consumes too much electricity, increasing costs, and the company is not rich now , can only save...!"


    He waved his hand to interrupt Ding Lei''s words, "No, this matter cannot be delayed. You have seen it and experienced it. Warehouse work is tiring and dirty. If we can''t give them a comfortable working environment, how can we keep our employees? Heart? Why let them work hard for you? Is it because of thousands of dollars? Lao Ding, I usually rarely interfere with the administration of various companies, but I have managed this matter. I''ll get the money."


    "Clap...crash...!"


    As soon as Guo Shouyun finished speaking, the surrounding applause rang out.


    Surprised, the two looked up and found that many young employees around them were looking at Guo Shouyun with excitement and gratitude, and slapped them hard.


    In fact, as the company''s CEO and general manager, Ding Lei and Guo Shouyun''s every move is attracting the attention of everyone present. When everyone sat down to rest and prepare to eat, most of their eyes were on them. Therefore, when the two communicated, they naturally attracted the attention of the warehouse managers who were closer to them.


    Guo Shouyun''s conversation with Ding Lei did not deliberately lower his voice, so naturally many people heard it.


    Looking at the surrounding sheets wet with sweat, covered with dust, but revealing excited young faces. Guo Shouyun smiled and waved to them.


    Most of these young people who came out to work after graduating from high school or technical secondary school, most of them in their eighteen or nineteen years, or in their early twenties, just when they were not afraid, looked at the boss''s call, looked at each other, and said ''hula'' All around. For safety reasons, Matthew originally wanted to step forward to make a barrier to keep Guo Shouyun behind. But he was stopped.


    Soon, dozens of people surrounded Guo Shouyun and Ding Lei.


    "I told you Mr. Ding just now to let him install air conditioners for everyone and give everyone a comfortable working environment. Now, I want to know, apart from this, what other problems do you need the company to solve for you?"


    After a moment of silence in the crowd, someone suddenly said loudly: "Can you improve the company''s meals? The lunch box ordered every time is too unpalatable!"


    "Yeah, the rice is raw!"


    "It doesn''t matter if there is less oil and water, sometimes the dishes are not cooked!"


    Almost everyone has an opinion, and it is clear that this is a salient issue.


    Just as Guo Shouyun was about to speak, he heard someone shout "Eat!"


    Soon, a few aunties who looked very agile at the gate walked in with big bags of lunches. Everyone distributed it in turn, and of course Guo Shouyun and the others also had a share. But the box lunch he received from Li Fujun, the head of the library, was obviously different from that of ordinary employees. After opening it, there is one meat and two vegetables in it, with rice, which is obviously much better than that of ordinary employees, one serving of rice and one dish.


    "Why, am I different from theirs?"


    "This...?" Li Fujun''s face showed embarrassment. Is that even a question? If he was not a leader, he would not be able to eat such a meal at all.


    Guo Shouyun understood in his heart and did not embarrass him. I found the closest young employee who was slightly fat, about 1.7 meters tall, and looked very honest, "Let''s change the two!"


    The young employees were hesitant, and after looking back and forth on Ding Lei and Li Fujun''s faces with nervous eyes, they didn''t know what to do.


    "You don''t have to look at them, except for you, Mr. Ding, I am the biggest!"


    Ding Lei smiled bitterly, looking at Guo Shouyun''s ''threatening'' look, he could only nod his head at the other side.


    The young employee who was affirmed looked a little relaxed, and handed over the lunch box in his hand.


    Guo Shouyun opened it and saw that it was very simple rice with cabbage. The amount is more than a normal box lunch. But after picking up the chopsticks and taking a few bites, he frowned. It''s not like he hasn''t eaten dry rice and boiled vegetables. In my last life, when I was in high school, I basically ate this kind of food for three years. But the food in high school was unpalatable, without oil and water, but at least it was cooked. But now, the rice is raw, and even the vegetables are half cooked.


    "Old Ding, does a meal like this cost less than a dollar?"


    Ding Lei nodded. In fact it costs only fifty cents. In addition to the labor costs of three cents, the total cost is eight cents.


    Guo Shouyun took a breath and said nothing. He turned his head, glanced at the surrounding employees, picked up chopsticks and ate. He has also suffered and suffered. Although many years have passed, the memory has always been deep in his mind and has never been forgotten.


    "Boss...!" After the two words were finished, the rest of Ding Lei didn''t know what to say. Taking a deep look, Guo Shouyun, who showed no disgust on his face, also asked Li Fujun to replace him with the same meal and finished it silently.


    The actions of the two big bosses made everyone around them feel different. The bottom-level employees are more admired and moved, while the middle and upper levels are aware of the next changes in the company.


    "Boss, I have an old godmother here. It will be delicious if you put some on it!"


    The little fat man who accepted Guo Shouyun''s lunch beside him handed over a half-eaten Laoganma''s sauce.


    "thanks!"


    The other party shyly touched the back of his head, "It''s okay."


    Guo Shouyun unscrewed it and poured some of it, then stirred it up and tasted it.


    "It''s really delicious. Do you usually eat like this?"


    The latter nodded.


    "What''s your name? Where are you from?" Guo Shouyun asked instead.


    "Liu Xiaoping, from Lu Province!"


    "Why did you come out to work so early?"


    "I didn''t go to college, I just came out!"


    "Didn''t read again?"


    "My grades are not good, my family won''t let me read it!" Liu Xiaoping''s tone seemed a little low.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Have you thought about what to do in the future?"


    There was a hint of hesitation on Liu Xiaoping''s face. Guo Shouyun can somewhat guess what he is thinking at the moment.


    "It''s okay, just say it boldly."


    "I want to earn some money to learn a craft, and then go back to my hometown to do some small business."


    "And then open another store?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Liu Xiaoping touched the back of his head, although his face was a little embarrassed, he nodded with certainty.


    "Work hard, I believe your future will be much better than now!"


    "Um!"


    After glancing at him, Guo Shouyun continued, "Have you ever thought about working here forever?"


    With the foreshadowing ahead, I feel that this leader, Liu Xiaoping, is much more courageous. Coupled with just entering the society, there is no such thing as too much scheming. So in the face of the question, after a brief hesitation, he said it.


    "I thought about it. But the house in Hangcheng is too expensive. I am a rural person with a low education. The salary is only 800 yuan a month, so I can''t afford it at all. So, what I think is to work here for a few more years, Save some money and go back to your home county to buy a house to live."


    "Buy a car then and ask for a beautiful daughter-in-law?"


    "Hey, that''s what I thought too!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and patted him on the shoulder. Now more than 60 to 70 percent of young Chinese people almost have similar dreams to this Liu Xiaoping.


    "How many years have you been in NetEase?"


    "One year and two months!"


    "One year and two months? It''s not too short. How do you feel about the company?"


    A hint of hesitation appeared on Liu Xiaoping''s face.


    "Don''t worry, just say anything boldly. I guarantee that no one will dare to bully you because of this."


    Guo Shouyun''s words gave people a lot of confidence, so after hesitating for a while, he said, "Actually, this place is better than the places I have worked in before. Except for the cold winter and hot summer, the salary is paid monthly, never The arrears are even higher than other places, and there are free dormitories to live in at night. I have been working for more than two years, and this is the best place for me. "


    Hearing what he said, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help sighing in his heart. In China now, the wealthy labor force makes the employee welfare system of many companies stay on paper. Not to mention paid leave and various incentives, wages are often deducted. However, the current social environment is like this. He cannot change the entire China, but he can change the companies that he can control, such as NetEase, Tencent, and Jianlibao. ...


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 Chapter 436： Employee Welfare System

    Chapter 436 Employee Welfare System


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    Later, during the meal, Guo Shouyun chatted with Liu Xiaoping about his views on NetEase. until the end of lunch time.


    In the afternoon, I worked as usual, and I was busy until it was close to the early morning, when I finally calmed down this liquidation incident. Everyone is exhausted. Therefore, after the end, everyone went straight to get off work and went home. Guo Shouyun also returned to his villa in Hangcheng.


    After a night of rest, Wu Xiaojing and Wang Jue usually seldom do physical exercise, so they just lie down. Guo Shouyun gave them a day off to rest. Of course, he also gave himself a day off. On the third day, I sat down with Ding Lei again.


    "I think you know what I''m going to talk to you about, right?"


    "Reform of warehouse conditions!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "The reform of warehouse conditions is only one aspect. The most important thing is the construction of NetEase''s overall employee welfare system. Five insurances and one housing fund and paid vacation are only the most basic. The improvement of the office environment; appropriate relaxation after work , such as a monthly expansion or sports competitions, etc. There are also public-funded tours organized by the company, etc.��


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand and signaled to Ding Lei to listen to himself first and then say, "I know you want to say that the company is financially strapped, which will increase the company''s operating costs. But you must understand that NetEase is composed of people with rich emotions. , If the humanized management cannot be used to stabilize the company''s personnel structure, how can the development of NetEase come from? An old employee who has been in NetEase for three years will always have higher work efficiency than a new employee who has just joined the company. This kind of invisible cost performance is something that any CEO needs to consider. Of course, financial difficulties are also a real problem. NetEase cannot go public, but it can issue bonds.��


    "As an Internet company, does anyone want NetEase''s bonds?" Ding Lei said with a wry smile.


    "Don''t be in a hurry to deny yourself. And even if others don''t want it, I want it! What are you afraid of if I give you the foundation."


    Ding Lei nodded.


    "In addition, NetEase''s three pillar industries, portal sites and e-commerce are all developing well, but online games are a bit poor!"


    "Huaxia has too few game development talents. NetEase''s game department is cooperating more with Westward Journey Studio''s maintenance of the three games "Fantasy Westward Journey", "World" and "Legend", and accumulate experience by the way. Formal game development, It only started in October last year.��


    "Oh, you already have a formal game development plan?" Guo Shouyun said with great interest.


    "Yes! The name is "Water Margin", and we plan to spend two years building it into a 2D version of a fighting online game."


    ""Water Margin"?" Guo Shouyun savored, "I will wait to see your results. However, don''t just do 2D, change it to 3D. When your game is developed, Huaxia''s computer hardware and software level is enough to run 3D games."


    Compared with Ma Yun and Ma Huateng, Ding Lei''s management style is obviously somewhat conservative. Therefore, he is still a little hesitant about Guo Shouyun''s words.


    "If you''re worried, why don''t we make a bet?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "What bet?"


    "If two years later, most of the Internet cafes in China are still unable to run 3D online games, I will transfer you 1% of NetEase''s shares. On the contrary, you will be in addition to the CEO of NetEase, and you will take up another position!"


    "Part-time job? What occupation?" Ding Lei asked curiously.


    "Pig raising!"


    "Raising pigs?!"


    Seeing Ding Lei''s wide-eyed and extremely shocked look, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help showing a smile on his face. In his last life, Ding Lei raised pigs and caused a stir throughout China. Now four years ahead of schedule seems to be no problem.


    "You...you''re not kidding, are you?"


    "Of course not!" Guo Shouyun held back his laugh, making himself look more serious and said, "Huaxia consumes 600 million pigs a year, raising, slaughtering, and processing live pigs, and the entire industry chain is worth more than 100 billion Chinese dollars. But Pig breeding in China generally has shortcomings such as small scale, free-range breeding, and inability to guarantee quality. Large-scale breeding enterprises that raise more than 10,000 pigs account for less than 1% of the total livestock production in China. Obviously, this is related to the rapid economic development of China and the rapid improvement of people''s living standards. The pursuit of safe and hygienic high-quality meat is contrary to each other. Therefore, it is foreseeable that China''s modern agriculture, especially modern animal husbandry, will have a bright future."


    After thinking about it, Ding Lei nodded in agreement.


    "The future of modern agriculture is indeed very bright. But I am an Internet company CEO to raise pigs. This... is really unheard of, I have never seen it before! Also, I don''t know how to raise pigs!"


    Seeing his wry smile, Guo Shouyun said with a smile: "I''ve made money, but I''m afraid that others will make irresponsible remarks? As for the question of whether it will be possible. Don''t worry, for agriculture, especially animal husbandry, Guo''s Business Group is an expert. We have a lot of experience and we can work together when the time comes!��


    "Looks like I can''t refuse!"


    "Haha, don''t worry. I promise you won''t regret it later!"


    After laughing, Guo Shouyun thought of another thing about himself.


    "Does the news editor of the NetEase portal have a part-time job?"


    "Yes! Mainly some newspaper reporters and freelance writers!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and handed over the information of the three Liu Pengyuan.


    "I''m asking you for favor. Give these three a part-time contract as a news editor!"


    Ding Lei took it over and glanced at it, "Still a college student?"


    "Um!"


    "You and them...?"


    Guo Shouyun''s favor is not so easy to get. Therefore, this is exactly where Ding Lei doubts.


    "I met by chance when I was in the magic capital last time Guo Shouyun didn''t say much, and Ding Lei didn''t ask much. For the two of them, it was a small matter.


    "I''ll call the HR manager of the Portal Business Unit when I get back."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. With Ding Lei''s temperament, this matter can be basically worry-free.


    "Do you know Jack Ma from Alibaba?"


    "I know, but not very familiar! Are you interested in him?"


    "There are only a few good Internet companies in China, and Jack Ma from Alibaba is one of the people I want to communicate with."


    "Am I making an appointment for you?"


    "Not for now." Rather than making an appointment, Guo Shouyun wanted to try to see how it feels to visit.


    "It''s almost time. I''m ready for lunch, let''s eat together!"


    "It just so happened that I also came here with the idea of ??eating rice."


    After nodding, Ding Lei stood up with a smile.


    "You guy, be careful to get fat again!"


    The two laughed and walked out of Guo Shouyun''s study.


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 Chapter 437： confused small group

    Chapter four hundred and thirty seventh confused small group


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    "Boss, this is the first draft of the product design of Jianlibao 250ml and 500ml sent by Wang Peng."


    After taking her laptop from Wang Jue and looking at it, "the background color of 250ML is changed to yellow, and the background color of 500ML is changed to red. By the way, ask Wang Pengju, whether the spokesperson of the two products has been selected. If not , let him go to the national track and field team and sign a 110-meter hurdler named Liu Xiang."


    Jianlibao is a sports drink, sports stars are the most suitable spokespersons for the product concept, and Liu Xiang, who is about to explode because of the Athens Olympic Games, is the most suitable candidate. And the price to sign him now is still low, which is just the right shot.


    Although Wang Jue doesn''t know who Liu Xiang is, the boss''s decision is an iron law that must be implemented.


    "Has the negotiation with Guangyao come to a conclusion now?"


    "The contract has not yet been signed, but the price has been roughly set. For 250 million Chinese coins, we have bought out the trademark ownership and right to use the red pot Wanglaoji."


    "Tell Wang Pengju to send someone to Hong Kong to contact Chen Hongdao and see if he can buy the ownership of the other half of the red can of Wanglaoji in his hand. If not, even if he breaches the contract, he must take back the ownership and use of Wanglaoji''s trademark in mainland China. right."


    The recipe and trademark of Wanglaoji in the red pot have always been divided into two parts. Part of it is Guangyao in the Mainland, and the other part is the descendant of the Wang family in Hong Kong. This division caused by historical reasons will not be discussed too much. However, some of the Wanglaoji formulas in Hong Kong were bought out by Chen Hongdao��s Jiaduobao Group. He did not buy the red cans of Jiaduobao formulas in the hands of Guangzhou Pharmaceuticals in the Mainland, but chose to lease them for 20 years, with an annual rent of 5 million Chinese dollars. This is also the source of the later legal entanglement between Jia Duobao and Wang Laoji.


    With this lesson from the past, Guo Shouyun wants to make Wanglaoji bigger in the hands of Jianlibao, and he must solve the problem of trademark. After all, this is a super herbal tea brand that can generate an annual revenue of 24 billion Huaxia Coins, accounting for 54.7% of the entire Huaxia herbal tea market. In order to eliminate those **** pink eye disease, it is necessary to clean up the patent problem from the beginning. net.


    Seeing his firmness, Wang Jue nodded and wrote down Guo Shouyun''s explanation.


    "In addition, please inform Zhang Lei that Jianlibao''s equity has been transferred from Hanhua Capital to Hanhua Trust." Guo Shouyun said after pondering for a while.


    After winning the ownership of Wanglaoji, coupled with the brand reputation of Jianlibao, the entire Jianlibao Group has the qualification to become the flagship of Huaxia beverage industry. It would be inappropriate to put it under Hanhua Capital and increase the management level by one level.


    "clear!"


    After explaining and letting Wang Jue go down, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone rang quickly.


    "Old Ding, is there anything wrong with the call?"


    "Boss. You called my Liu Pengyuan, Xiao Yunfei and Han Tao yesterday. The HR manager of the portal has already contacted me, but they couldn''t get through." Ding Lei said.


    "I can''t get through, it''s impossible!" Guo Shouyun frowned. A few days ago, he was fine when he ate together, why can''t he get through now.


    "Can''t all three get through?"


    "Yes! Don''t worry, I have already asked the personnel department to call the Shanghai Normal University to ask... Just a moment!" After a moment of silence on the phone, Ding Lei''s voice came again, "Boss, it''s clear Yes. According to the school''s feedback, Liu Pengyuan, Xiao Yunfei and Han Tao were detained by the Xuhui Branch of the Magic Capital because of a fight."


    "Detained? Or because of a fight?" Guo Shouyun said in surprise. Xiao Yunfei and Han Tao also forget about it. But Liu Pengyuan knows best that he has never seen each other fight in four years of college, and even the number of quarrels is very few. Belongs to the kind of typical good gentleman, this kind of person can fight, he does not believe.


    "That''s what the school said! Otherwise, I''ll call and ask in detail?"


    "No. Your task is to manage NetEase. Leave this to me!"


    "OK!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun''s face was a little unsightly. He has no family in China in this time and space. Therefore, in this eastern land, what he cares most about is the roommates and brothers who shared weal and woe in his previous life, especially Liu Pengyuan. In the icy big city of Magic Capital, the experience of supporting each other for nearly 20 years will not be erased with time.


    Holding the phone, Guo Shouyun''s face got more thought. Although he really wanted to come forward directly, he also knew that underneath Liu Pengyuan''s gentle appearance was a proud and stubborn disposition. Expose their identity background, Xiao Yunfei and Han Tao will choose to get closer, while Liu Pengyuan will most likely choose to stay away. Especially since he hasn''t experienced social polishing.


    After pondering for a while, he called Wu Xiaojing in.


    "You go to the magic capital immediately and bail Liu Pengyuan, Xiao Yunfei and Han Peng to the public security bureau Xu~hui branch of the magic capital as me. But remember, don''t reveal your identity in front of them, let alone reveal my existence. In addition, ask clearly about the whole case, and if you meet the senior management of the Modu Public Security Bureau, remember, don��t talk too much, and don��t ask too much.��


    With his current status, not expressing his position is the best way. I believe that the official magic capital will give him an explanation.


    Wu Xiaojing nodded.


    "You can stay in the magic capital these few days. When the time comes, I will call you back."


    "Yes!"


    Looking at the back of her turning away, Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly. In fact, he doesn''t need to guess to know who is in charge of this matter. But knowing is knowing, when you don''t know the specific situation, the most taboo is to make random shots. After all, this is China, not the United States. The power of money is not as powerful as the power of affairs.


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    "Liu Pengyuan, Xiao Yunfei, Han Peng? Why did you come out so quickly?" Li Yunqiu looked at the three classmates who entered the classroom and asked in surprise.


    "The police at the detention center said we could go, so we signed and left!" Xiao Yunfei said. The other two nodded in agreement.


    "impossible."


    "Qiuqiu, isn''t it your help?" Tang Ya asked.


    "No, I haven''t had time to go home and find my dad!"


    "That''s weird! Who else can you have, it''s impossible for Sun Gang to find out with his conscience?" Chen Yunyun said with a smile.


    "You three really don''t know?" Li Yunqiu asked again.


    The three looked at each other and shook their heads at the same time.


    "We always thought it was your help!"


    Looking at them, Tang Ya''s mind involuntarily came up with the tall and handsome figure.


    "Do you think it could be him?"


    "He? Who?" Han Ying asked curiously.


    "It''s Guo Shouyun who invited us to Hambavide for dinner that day. Don''t you say he doesn''t look like an ordinary college student!"


    Li Yunqiu rubbed his chin, recalling the mature and stable young figure with white temples in his mind, rubbing his chin with his slender right index finger, "It''s really possible that it''s him. ... Hey, do you have his phone number?"


    "No!"


    The three shook their heads almost simultaneously.


    "No? The three of you have dinner with him for more than two hours, and you don''t even have a phone number?"


    "We also asked, but he never said, what can we do!" Xiao Yunfei said helplessly.


    "You three are really...!" Li Yunqiu shook his hands angrily.


    Soon Tang Ya found that their eyes were all turned to him.


    "What do you see me doing?"


    "Tangtang, that handsome guy surnamed Guo is here to chase you. You don''t have his phone number? Or QQ!" Li Yunyun asked.


    The surrounding Li Yunqiu and Han Ying also nodded in agreement.


    "We''re together every day, do I have any idea about you?!" Tang Ya said with a wry smile.


    Li Yunqiu and the others were right when they thought about it. They ate, attended classes, and slept together basically. Two if not four. Of course they knew about Tang Ya.


    Several people looked at each other in dismay, Li Yunqiu couldn''t help but said: "This play hard to catch has been playing for too long. It''s been almost a week, and there''s no movement?"


    Han Ying and Chen Yunyun nodded in agreement.


    "Can''t you see it? People are not interested in me at all. That''s all I said that day!" Tang Ya said.


    "Then why did he come to our school?" Han Ying asked.


    "Who knows? Maybe just come and see!" Tang Ya said.


    "The teacher is here, let''s go to class first. We''ll talk about this later!"


    Everyone nodded and went back to their seats.


    But after class in the afternoon, Li Yunqiu received a call from home. She is a native of Modu, and her home is here. But most of the time she lives on campus, and only goes home on Saturdays and Sundays. But today is Wednesday, and it was the serious father who took the initiative to call her home.


    After saying goodbye to the good sisters Li Yunqiu took the subway back to the compound of the Magic City Committee. Close classmates all think that she comes from a wealthy family in Modu, but no one knows that her family background is higher than they thought, even a lot higher.


    "Dad, Mom, I''m back!"


    As the youngest child in the whole family, but also a girl. She was spoiled by her parents and two older brothers since she was a child. Therefore, her personality is outgoing, informal, and has a heroic spirit that girls rarely use.


    "Run slowly, she''s almost 20 years old, and she''s still crazy all day long. Be careful that you won''t be able to marry in the future."


    After automatically filtering out his mother''s reproach, Li Yunqiu trotted two steps, ''threw'' himself on the sofa, then put his arms around the neck of his father who was reading the newspaper next to him, and said in a coquettish tone: "My dear old man. Dad, is there a happy event for calling me back today? Did you get promoted again?"


    Facing his favorite little daughter, the little padded jacket he had grown up with, Li Jianliang''s serious face rarely showed a smile.


    "This is your home, why don''t you want a happy event to call you back? I miss you and your mother, don''t you?"


    "Okay, okay, okay. Who told you to be my father, she is my mother''s old man!" Mother Zhou Shufen is from Sichuan Province, so even Li Yunqiu has learned a lot of Sichuan dialect.


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 Chapter 438： Lis chat

    Chapter four hundred and thirty-eight the chat of the Li family


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    "...If you''re all right, then I''ll go upstairs first, and call me after dinner!"


    "Qiuqiu, wait a minute!" Li Jianliang stopped his daughter who was about to get up and leave.


    "what?"


    Opened his briefcase next to him, took out a photo and handed it over.


    "Look at this man, do you know him?"


    Li Yunqiu took it over and looked in front of his face indifferently, his eyes widened three times in an instant, and his mouth opened.


    Because the person in the photo was the guy who had invited his entire class to dinner, but disappeared without a trace.


    "Dad, how come you have a picture of him?"


    "Looks like you know each other!"


    Li Yunqiu nodded, "Last week, in order to pursue a girl in our class, he invited everyone in our class to dinner."


    "Pursue a girl in your class?" Li Jianliang smiled.


    Seeing his father''s disbelief, Li Yunqiu said unconvinced, "That''s the school flower of our Normal University, it''s very beautiful!"


    "Okay! Tell me the whole story of how you met this person." Li Jianliang didn''t refute.


    "Why? Is he important?"


    Li Yunqiu asked with bulging eyes.


    Li Jianliang, who knew her daughter''s character, knew that she would not tell herself the answer without explaining it clearly to her. So, he took out another document prepared in advance in the briefcase.


    "have a look!"


    Li Yunqiu curiously took it over and took a look. At first, he was still curious, but the more he went to the back, the more shocked he became, and at the end he was almost numb.


    "This...is this really a person?"


    "Of course! Bruce Guo, Chinese name: Guo Shouyun. It''s just that the latter name is not known much. Currently, the US financial company Phoenix, the world media giant Matrix Group, the retail and agricultural giant Guo''s Commercial, the Internet company Ruby, Google, and The technology company Apple, the world''s largest power company Enron Pacific Group, and the chairman and behind-the-scenes boss of many large companies such as the Hong Kong financial company Hanhua Group, although their own wealth is not much, but the assets he can control are worth more than 2,500 yuan. One hundred million U.S. dollars!"


    Taking a deep breath, there was a buzzing sound in his head. It was difficult for Li Yunqiu to associate that young but approachable young man with the talented business tycoon in the information.


    After taking a few deep breaths and finally calming down, "Why don''t I know him?"


    "Because this person is very low-key, he rarely gives interviews to the media. Therefore, for the general public outside the United States, there are very few people who know him and understand him. But in the business world, especially the financial world, Bruce Guo The name is like thunder!"


    "Is he really that powerful?"


    Although there is a lot of evidence, Li Yunqiu still has some doubts subconsciously.


    "Qiuqiu, Dad never jokes about this kind of thing."


    Seeing his father''s expression, Li Yunqiu, who understood his temperament, nodded. After a while, she suddenly opened her mind, "Dad, you wouldn''t let your daughter sell her looks to marry this Bruce Guo for the sake of her future, right?"


    Li Jianliang patted his precious daughter''s head in disbelief, "What are you thinking, is Dad this kind of person! Besides, they already have a fianc��e by their side, so how could it be possible to marry you!"


    "What? He already has a fianc��e."


    "Yeah?" Li Jianliang was surprised by his daughter''s reaction.


    "XXX, this guy already has a fianc��e, and he harassed us Tangtang, scumbag!"


    "Don''t speak dirty words!" Li Jianliang taught him a lesson.


    Looking at his father''s serious face, Li Yunqiu stuck out his little tongue.


    "Dad called you back today, just to ask about all his experiences in your school. You have to tell your father one by one, and you can''t leave at all."


    "why?"


    "Bruce Guo, not only of Chinese descent, but also has a very wide network of relationships in the political, economic, and even military fields of the United States. In particular, he has an amazing talent in business and is known as a rare business genius in a century. Controlling huge assets, It is a major investor that the country needs. The country and the government need to know all his information, including whereabouts, interpersonal relationships, etc." Li Jianliang said solemnly.


    "But I just had a meal with him! I don''t know anything else!"


    "Are there three students in your class named Liu Pengyuan, Han Tao and Xiao Yunfei?"


    "Yeah? What''s wrong? ... By the way, they were also put in detention for fighting, and they were just released this afternoon. Couldn''t it be...?"


    Li Jianliang nodded, "Bruce Guo, specially dispatched his administrative secretary to the Xu~hui Police Station in Modu City to bail out your three classmates in his own name. Even before your three classmates contacted the NetEase portal. He has never done anything like this in the past few years. So the government needs to figure out the relationship between your three classmates and Bruce Guo.��


    "These three guys, they got the part-time job at NetEase and didn''t dare to tell me! Let''s see how I can deal with you when I go back." Li Yunqiu muttered.


    "Qiuqiu...?"


    "Ah, uh!" Li Yunqiu who reacted quickly said, "The three of them are like me. I didn''t know this Bruce Guo before, and they just had a meal together that day. ... Forget it, I''ll give it to you from the beginning to the end. Say it again...!"


    After listening to his daughter''s vivid words, Li Jianliang frowned and said, "This is strange. Since it was just a chance encounter, why should a powerful figure standing at the top of the business world care so much about your three classmates?"


    Li Yunqiu shrugged, "Who knows? Maybe they knew each other in a previous life!"


    After automatically filtering out his daughter''s unreliable words, Li Jianliang was still puzzled.


    "Oops, Dad. It''s better to just ask instead of thinking about it here!"


    After glaring at her daughter, "Do you think you can meet people when you meet them?"


    "You are a member of the Standing Committee of Dignified Magic City, an executive vice mayor, and a major deputy provincial cadre. Haven''t seen a businessman yet?" Li Yunqiu said with wide eyes in disbelief.


    "It also depends on what level of businessman you are! Besides, they are in Hangcheng now. You asked your father to leave his job and ask him?"


    "Hangcheng? He ran to Hangcheng?"


    "You seem to be concerned about this?"


    "Of course. If you don''t know such an awesome character, it would be a big loss!" Li Yunqiu''s eyes lit up and he said excitedly.


    "Know? Do you know where they live in Hangcheng? Besides, people like your dad have to make an appointment first. Do you think you can meet them? "


    "I saw it last time, and we even ate together!"


    "Hey, I said, can you father and daughter stop chatting and help me get some dishes!" Zhou Shufen''s dissatisfied voice came from the kitchen.


    "Let''s go, if you don''t help, your mother will be mad!" Li Jianliang put down the newspaper and stood up with a smile, "By the way, don''t tell your classmates about Guo Shouyun''s true identity!"


    "why?"


    "Knowing too much is not necessarily a good thing! Besides, he doesn''t take the initiative to reveal his identity, but he hopes to associate with you like ordinary friends. If everything is opened up, what is the difference between you and those around him who want to cling to power?"


    "I didn''t want to cling to him!"


    "You didn''t think so. But not everyone has a good family like you do. Or like you!"


    Li Yunqiu fell silent. She thought of herself. In order to be able to blend in with her classmates, she also chose to hide her real family background.


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    "Boss, the matter is settled!"


    "Not bad. Have you figured out the cause and effect?"


    "The Public Security Bureau has given an investigation report on the matter, which is very clear!"


    "Tell me briefly!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Yes! ... The cause of the incident was that a man named Liang Feipeng took the initiative to provoke Liu Pengyuan, Xiao Yunfei and Han Peng, but the three of them got angry. Afterwards, Liang Feipeng called the police, and the three of Liu Pengyuan were taken to the detention center. In addition, Liang Feipeng''s subcutaneous tissue was damaged in many places, and the injury was serious. Therefore, according to the "Public Security Administration Punishment Regulations", the three were sentenced to 5 days, 10 days and 18 days of detention and fined 1,000 yuan!"


    "Unless this Liang Feipeng''s brain is broken, there is someone behind him!"


    "He insisted that he had a conflict with the three, so he did it. Therefore, it is still unclear who is behind the scenes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Even if the police station knew who was behind a fight like this, it would not really hold on to it because of Sun Gang''s background. Moreover, it will not have any impact on his family. After all, it would be strange if boys in the 18th or 19th century had never fought.


    "Okay, come back!"


    "now?"


    "Um!"


    He has already made Wu Xiaojing reveal his identity, and the purpose of knocking the mountain and shaking the tiger has been achieved. As long as the Sun family is not stupid, they know that the three of Liu Pengyuan can''t be bullied in the future. And a person who can go to the deputy hall level is obviously not a fool.


    Putting down the phone, Guo Shouyun let out a sigh of relief, this matter is over here. Looking at the time, Guo Shouyun changed into a casual outfit and came to the living room.


    "Wang Jue, stay at home. Matthew, go out with me. By the way, don''t dress too formal."


    After this big boss came to Huaxia, he seemed to be more accustomed to shopping than ever before. Because they don''t have a driver''s license, they can only take a taxi.


    "I would have driven one from NetEase''s official car if I knew it earlier!"


    "Master, does Alibaba headquarters know?"


    "Yes. Who doesn''t know Alibaba in Hangcheng!"


    "Is it famous?"


    "Of course it''s famous China''s No. 1 B2B e-commerce website. Basically, every day I can pull in non-local people who go to Xueyuan Road Chuangye Building!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Listen to the master''s accent, from the Northeast?"


    "Tie~ling! I''ve been in Hangzhou for many years! How about you, brother? Where is your hometown?"


    "Me? From Weifangfang, Lu Province!"


    "I know you guys, is it a kite festival?"


    "Apart from kites, our Wei-fang Chaotian pot is also a must!"


    "Haha, I know that. Authentic and donkey meat are the best, I can eat five in one meal!"


    "So, eldest brother has also been to Weifang."


    "I''ve been there. My sister is married to you. She goes there every year. By the way, she lives at the People''s Hospital in Kuiwen. Where do you live?"


    "I''m from a county below Weifang, not in the urban area!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    This opportunity to chat with the taxi driver made him truly feel the feeling of being home. Memories that had been buried in the corners of the past were also opened page by page in my mind.


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 Chapter 439： Alibaba

    Chapter 439 Alibaba


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    Although the topic is long, the journey is indeed limited. About 40 minutes later, Guo Shouyun arrived at Alibaba''s headquarters in 2003, the Venture Building at No. 99 Xueyuan Road.


    It is conceivable that the design of the office building in 2003 has no aesthetic sense, at least for Guo Shouyun. So, after briefly looking at the white high-rise building, he stepped inside. There was an old security guard in the hall, but after seeing the two come in, he just glanced at them and didn''t come up to ask their identities.


    Alibaba is no longer the grass-roots team it was three years ago. Under the leadership of Cai Chongxin and Jack Ma, it has become a large company with nearly 1,000 employees. Therefore, the five-story office building of the Venture Building is all Alibaba.


    Guo Shouyun knew in advance, so he took the elevator directly to the third floor. As soon as you go out, you will see the familiar Alibaba 1ogo on the front wall. Of course, there are still some subtle differences compared to later generations.


    The reception at the front desk was of good quality, and Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but think of the strong woman who was rumored on the Internet, from the front desk to the senior vice president in Alibaba, but he forgot the name.


    "I don''t know if she is among these people?"


    "Sir, do you have an appointment?"


    "No!"


    "Then who are you looking for? I can contact you!"


    "I''m looking for your chairman and CEO, Mr. Ma Yun!"


    The front desk looked a little stunned. After looking at Guo Shouyun again, he hesitated: "Do you know our boss?"


    "I don''t know, but I''ve heard of it!"


    "Then may I ask who you are...?"


    "My name is Guo Shouyun, I have a master''s degree in computer engineering from Stanford University, and a bachelor''s degree in economics and history. I have held management positions in American Ruby, Google and China Tencent. I heard that Mr. Ma Yun is eager for talents, so I came here to apply." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    His gorgeous-sounding resume made the front desk look surprised.


    "Our supervisor is recruiting Ms. Peng Lei, Director of Human Resources...!"


    "No, I only saw Jack Ma. If I don''t see him, then I''ll leave!"


    Seeing that Guo Shouyun''s identity and temperament were not like ordinary people, after hesitating for a while, she turned around and explained to the companion next to her.


    "Wait a minute, I''ll help you ask."


    "OK, thanks!"


    Seeing the other receptionist turn his gaze to Matthew next to him, before she could speak, Guo Shouyun said in advance, "He came with me. It''s my friend, not to apply for a job. You don''t have to ask him!"


    "Okay, then please register first!"


    "My friend doesn''t know Chinese, let me do it for him!"


    Hearing what he said, the front desk nodded and said nothing more.


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    "Lao Cai, this is the website structure of Taobao.com made by the technical department. What do you think?"


    Cai Chongxin looked at Ma Yun''s computer, "The layout looks pretty good, when will it be online?"


    "The technical department is still doing optimization, two months soon! ... By the way, how much money is there in the finances? Can it support the promotion and expansion of Taobao?"


    "There are still more than 5000,000 funds in the account, plus the profit of Alibaba''s b2b business, there is no problem in supporting it for a year."


    "That''s good!"


    Cai Chongxin glanced at the computer desktop, "As soon as our Taobao website goes online, it means a head-to-head confrontation with eBay. Are you sure?"


    "Of course! Although eBay has a large volume and a lot of capital, it is too ignorant of the Chinese market. Moreover, the decision-making mechanism is slow and rigid, and it is not difficult to defeat it in the C2C field."


    "You, you always seem so confident!" Cai Chongxin laughed.


    "It''s because I know enough!"


    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    "Mr. Ma, just now the front desk reported that a gentleman named Guo Shouyun came for an interview, and he insisted on seeing you!" The assistant came in and reported.


    "Insist on seeing me?" Ma Yun was stunned for a moment, and then became interested.


    "Yes! The front desk said that he claims to have a master''s degree in computer engineering and a bachelor''s degree in economics and history from Stanford University. He has held management positions in American Ruby, Google and China Tencent!"


    After Cai Chongxin and Ma Yun looked at each other, the latter smiled and said, "I''m really interested in meeting such a powerful person."


    Cai Chongxin also nodded.


    "So, go to the front desk and bring someone here!"


    "Is it here?"


    "Well, right here!"


    The assistant nodded, turned and walked out.


    "It seems that the company''s exhibition is getting better and better, and even Stanford University''s master of computer engineering has taken the initiative to apply!" Ma Yun said with a smile.


    Cai Chongxin nodded, "Let''s see what his level is in a while? Then arrange the positions in detail."


    "Yeah! Taobao.com will be launched soon, and we are in need of a lot of talent. If this Guo Shouyun does what he said, it will be a good thing for us."


    While the two were communicating, footsteps from far to near came from outside the door. After looking at each other, Cai Chongxin and Ma Yun left the desk and came to the reception area by the window in front.


    "Mr. Ma, President Cai, Mr. Guo Shouyun are here...!"


    The two nodded and looked behind the assistant subconsciously, but when they saw the appearance of the person who came, their faces showed disbelief.


    Looking at the face in front of him that was much younger than he remembered, Guo Shouyun took two steps forward with a smile and stretched out his right hand towards the other side.


    "Mr. Ma Yun, I have heard the name for a long time!"


    "You... is Bruce Guo?"


    None of the global Internet practitioners do not know Bruce Guo, the boss of Ruby and Google, and Jack Ma is of course the same, not to mention that the other party is also a shareholder of Alibaba. It just made him unexpected that the two would meet in such a situation.


    Jack Ma is Jack Ma in the end. After experiencing the initial unbelief, he quickly recovered. At least the expression on his face has returned to normal.


    "That''s right. But my Chinese name is Guo Shouyun, so I didn''t lie about the military situation before!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "If Mr. Guo really came to our Alibaba to apply for a job, then I am willing to give you the position of the company''s CEO!"


    Ma Yun''s "heroic words" made Guo Shouyun stunned for a moment, but he quickly smiled: "Thank you for your love, Mr. Ma, you are far more suitable for the position of Alibaba CEO than me!"


    "That''s a pity. I''ve always hoped to work with Mr. Guo."


    "Working together doesn''t have to be in Alibaba!"


    "So, Mr. Guo has a better choice?"


    "Of course! But I can''t say it now!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand with a smile.


    "Oh? Can I know why?"


    "Hehe, the reason for UU reading is very simple. Because the time has not yet come!" After giving Ma Yun an unfathomable smile, Guo Shouyun turned his eyes to Cai Chongxin, "Mr. Cai, Hanhua has always wanted to invite you to come. It''s a pity that Mr. Ma took the lead!"


    "Thank you! But now I am more interested in the Internet industry than in finance! In addition, I also believe that with Mr. Guo''s talent and charm, I will definitely be able to find managers better than me."


    The two smiled and shook hands.


    "Mr. Guo, please take a seat!" Ma Yun greeted.


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun and the two sat down on the sand in the reception area next to them. At this time, the assistant on the side also understood that the person who came to the door under the banner of applying for a job was not a migrant worker at all, but a hidden boss who pretended to be a pig and eat a tiger! Therefore, without being greeted by the boss, he is also busy serving tea and pouring water. ...


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 Chapter 440： Beijing trip

    Chapter four hundred and fortieth trip to the capital


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    "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to visit in this way, it really gave us a big surprise!" Ma Yun said with a smile.


    "A formal visit is always too formal, too official. If it''s someone I don''t want to be with, I''ll do it that way. But if it''s someone I admire and want to be friends with, I Prefer to visit in this more natural way, such as Mr. Ma and Mr. Cai!"


    "We are really flattered by Mr. Guo''s answer! At the same time, we are deeply honored! However, since I am a friend, I would like to ask Mr. Guo. If Alibaba needs further financing, will Mr. Guo continue to invest?"


    "There is no doubt about it. If Alibaba accepts it, I can provide any amount of funds you need in the future!"


    The affirmative tone made Ma Yun and Cai Chongxin show a little surprise on their faces.


    "What if we want to compete with eBay in the C2C field? Does Mr. Guo also invest?" Cai Chongxin couldn''t help asking.


    "Of course! Although I am a major shareholder of eBay, I am more optimistic about the future of Alibaba!"


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to have such great confidence in us. However, can we know why?" Cai Chongxin continued.


    "There are many reasons, but three are the most important. First, if a company wants to succeed, the most important thing is to have wise leaders. Mr. Ma and Mr. Cai are the most suitable leaders for Alibaba. I am optimistic about your leadership. The company''s ability to succeed. Second, the economy of China Express Development makes the potential and scale of this market more attractive. Alibaba, which is rooted in this market, as the leader of China''s e-commerce, also has amazing potential. Third, eBay, or the entire American investment community, is deeply rooted in the brains of Internet companies with American business thinking. But Huaxia is different from the United States, when everyone stands on the same starting line. The service industry, especially the Internet industry, the United States companies will not be successful in Huaxia.��


    "Having said that, but Mr. Guo''s Google and Ruby have not given up on the Chinese market?" Ma Yun said.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Although I am the chairman of the company, I am not a dictator. The management of Google and Ruby want to enter the Chinese market with amazing potential, and I will not stop it. Because without trying, they will never be interested in the Chinese market. Give up! Moreover, setbacks are sometimes a kind of training! I just need to ensure that such setbacks will not affect the health of the company. How about it? Are you satisfied with my answer?"


    "Something unexpected! ... We always thought that Mr. Guo would be a very strong type in managing enterprises!" Cai Chongxin said.


    "Oh? What made the two of you have this impression of me?"


    "People who are younger and have achieved great success always give people the impression of being confident and strong. In addition, Mr. Guo''s personnel adjustment to Jianlibao Group in Yangcheng has caused a lot of waves in the Chinese business community!" Cai Chongxin continued. .


    "So it is! But some things, some people, are not as simple as they seem!"


    "Of course! I believe that after a deep chat with Mr. Guo, we will adapt our inherent impression of you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Tea is good. But can you two show me around Alibaba? I''m very curious about this place!"


    "It''s our pleasure."


    Ma Yun and Cai Chongxin stood up with a smile.


    Accompanied by them, Guo Shouyun turned Alibaba up and down, which satisfied his curiosity. At the same time, I also understand the current level of Alibaba''s development.


    According to Chinese etiquette, the first meeting always has to leave someone for dinner, and Ma Yun and Cai Chongxin are no exception. After three rounds of wine and five flavors of food, the estrangement between Guo Shouyun, Jack Ma and Cai Chongxin, as well as the management of Alibaba melted away most of the time.


    In the next few days, in addition to going to NetEase, Guo Shouyun asked Ma Yun to take him to Hangzhou. By the end of a week, ''Old Horse'' and ''Bruce'' had become common names when they met. In addition, in addition to the closer relationship, during this week, Guo Shouyun also negotiated the issue of venture capital with Alibaba represented by Jack Ma. However, the specific financing ratio and amount have not been determined, because Alibaba''s shareholders are not the Jack Ma team themselves, but also VC institutions such as SoftBank and Fidelity. Financing requires everyone to sit down and discuss.


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    "Boss, everything is packed! Captain James called, and the Kunpeng can take off at any time. In addition, Xiaojing has checked your courtyard in the capital, and there are no problems with the safety and living conditions." Wang Jue respectfully said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and looked at the map of China hanging on the wall. More accurate is the area in the middle of the Lu peninsula, with complex eyes. He really wanted to go back to his hometown in the previous life, but the relatives who had disappeared made him feel hesitant and anxious.


    After a long time, he sighed deeply, "Forget it, why go after something that doesn''t exist? Let the memory of the last life keep it deep in my mind. Cherish the present is the most important thing!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun sighed and suppressed the sullenness in his heart.


    "Let''s go, fly to the capital in the afternoon after dinner!"


    Looking at the boss''s firm back and looking at the map of China on the wall that he had been staring at for nearly an hour, Wang Jue followed him out of the study with doubts in his heart.


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    Beijing, the capital of China. For its memory, Guo Shouyun only limited to several trips in his previous life, as well as countless scenes on TV. Even so, he should be familiar with this huge city. But when he actually got out of the plane and saw it again, a feeling of "closer to nostalgia is more timid" suddenly appeared in the depths of his heart!


    Looking at the relatively sparse traffic outside the car window, the relatively plain clothes of pedestrians, and the seemingly ordinary buildings, the long-lost sense of time-space confusion reappeared in his mind.


    The car drove smoothly under Matthew''s driving. Under the command of Wu Xiaojing, who had arrived early and was familiar with the road, he walked through the streets and alleys, and soon came to the courtyard house in Nanluoguxiang that Guo Shouyun bought.


    This is a three-in-two-span, adding up to a large yard of 35oo square meters. Although it is not as good as the "Guo Family Garden" in the magic capital, it is also a rare large-scale apartment among the courtyards in the capital. Nowadays, if you want such a big yard, you can��t buy it with money without deep background, relationships and connections.


    "Boss, this place has been renovated. It has been put on for a long time, and there is no problem with safety. If you need to change anything, I will contact the construction team for you immediately!" Wu Xiaojing said.


    "No need! The modern Chinese decoration style is very good. The materials used for the furniture are also exquisite, so don''t bother anymore, that''s it!"


    "Yes!"


    "By the way, what time is the dinner at night?"


    "Mr. Chen said it was seven o''clock in the evening, and he would come to pick you up in person!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and looked out the window at the desolate garden in winter. After a moment of indulgence, "I have prepared a case of red wine, remember to bring it at night."


    "Yes!"


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Just then, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone rang. After taking a brief look at the caller ID, he quickly pressed the answer button.


    "Boss, the negotiation with Unocal has come to an end!"


    There was excitement and excitement in Rebecca Mark''s voice.


    "Oh? Talk about it!"


    "Yes! According to the agreement we reached with Unocal, Enron Pacific will acquire all of Unocal''s assets at a premium of USD 14.437 billion with USD 12.5 billion in cash, assuming debt of USD 2.137 billion and a premium of USD 14.437 billion. Now the two parties have signed the contract. Goldman Sachs is willing to issue convertible bonds of US$4.5 billion for us based on the US$800 million you provided. However, the premise is that after the oil and gas assets of Enron Pacific and Unocal are integrated, they must be listed separately, and Goldman Sachs will be the listed entity. underwriters.��


    Guo Shouyun responded. Goldman Sachs'' conditions, Stephen Bryan had already communicated with him when he was in the capital. As for the listing of Unocal, this was his long-term plan, and it was no surprise.


    "The next step is the approval of the commercial departments of various governments!"


    "There is no problem in other countries, mainly the attitude of the US Department of Commerce and the antitrust department!" Rebecca said.


    "I will be responsible for this. You can appease the management of Unocal and prepare for the next business integration of the two companies!"


    "Yes!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun held the phone for a moment and then found a number and dialed it. Soon, a young but thick voice came from it.


    "Bruce?"


    "Oh, yes, it''s me."


    "It''s rare that you, a busy person, can call me. What, is there anything?"


    "Of course there is something! I haven''t seen you for a long time, do you want to get together?"


    "No problem. However, aren''t you in Huaxia now? Are you back?"


    "Not yet. But soon!"


    "Oh! Call me anytime when you get back. I promise to go to California as soon as I get it!"


    "George, is this what you promised?"


    "haha of course!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and organized his words, "George, I remember that your family also has an oil business?"


    "What? Do you have a good investment opportunity?"


    "I bought Unocal to integrate Anping''s oil assets and list it on the New York Stock Exchange. If you Bush family are interested, you can invest some money in it."


    As the leader of the third generation of the Bush family, George Prescott Bush is naturally not a fool. He understood that Guo Shouyun would exchange Unocal''s interests for the help of the Bush family.


    "Bruce, you know that I can''t give you the answer myself!"


    "It''s okay. You can go home and ask your father and grandpa, I''ll wait for your answer!"


    "Ok!"...


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    Chapter four hundred and forty-one network layout


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    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, then picked up the phone again and dialed out.


    "Steve, do you have time?"


    "Bruce, my time is always ready for you."


    "You must also know that I recently acquired Unocal. If you Blackstone are interested, you can get involved before it goes public."


    "Of course there is interest. However, how many shares can our Blackstone Group get?"


    "5%!"


    "Can''t there be more?"


    "Steve, you know there''s a lot of interest. In addition to your Blackstones, I''m going to set aside enough shares for the Carlyle Foundation, the Roosevelt Foundation, and the Bush Family Trust."


    Steve Schwarzman instantly understood that Guo Shouyun''s subtext was: Although you are very important, there are many forces around me that are the same as you, and even more powerful than you, so don''t go too far.


    "Okay! 5% isn''t much, but we at Blackstone are interested. Also, Bruce, is your Google looking for financing?"


    "Isn''t Blackstone doing PE? Why are you interested in VC?" Guo Shouyun didn''t answer directly.


    "In fact, we are all interested in making money. Besides, whether pe or vc, aren''t they all VCs!"


    "That''s true. However, is Blackstone interested in working with Thunder? Our rate of return has always been among the best in the industry!"


    "Hehe, forget about it. Although Lei Ting''s returns in the capital market have always been attractive. But the hedge funds in the capital field have exceeded Blackstone''s risk tolerance limit, as well as our business scope."


    "All right!"


    Guo Shouyun just said it, and did not expect Steve Schwartzman to agree.


    "Then Google''s investment...?"


    "Steve, we''re friends. So if there''s a business for Blackstone, I won''t forget you. And of course Google!"


    "Haha, Bruce. I knew you were always generous."


    "Of course. But, Steve, you owe me a favor for this. After all, we didn''t take you into account in the first place."


    "Of course! ... Bruce, I will remember this favor!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. After thinking about it, "the next one is him!"


    This time the phone rang for a while before connecting.


    "Sorry, Bruce. I was on the school board just now, so I''m a little late to answer your call. What, is there anything?"


    "Lawrence, have you received your balance sheet from the Thunder Fund?"


    "Of course! Bruce, choosing you Thunder was the best decision I''ve ever made in my life. In less than two years, the $500,000 investment has doubled 4.8 times! Even if I retire now, I don''t have to think about finances. Problem!"


    "Lawrence, retirement isn''t something you should be thinking about right now. And, even if you''re not the president of Harvard, I''d be more than happy to hire you as an independent director of any of my businesses!"


    "Haha, this is my honor!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and pondered for a while, "Lawrence, you must know about my acquisition of Unocal, right?"


    "Of course! How could I not know about the mergers and acquisitions involving two of the top ten energy companies in the United States. In fact, when Anping did Unocal, it was something that the American business community has been paying attention to recently. ... However, watching you make this call, It looks like the acquisition is complete?"


    "Good. We''ve reached an M&A agreement with Unocal management."


    "Congratulations, Bruce. Your business empire has grown again."


    "It''s too early to say congratulations. Lawrence, you know this merger will change the structure of the U.S. energy market, especially the oil market. So, there may be some unpredictable difficulties."


    "You mean the Ministry of Commerce and the Antitrust Investigation Bureau?"


    "And the National Economic Council!"


    Lawrence Summers heard the song and knew the elegance, "How do you want me to help you?"


    "Using the contacts you have accumulated over the years in the U.S. financial community to help when this merger is difficult to approve. Also, I have contacted the Bush family, the Roosevelt family, Blackstone, Merrill Lynch and Goldman Sachs, and they will also help ."


    Lawrence Summers served as U.S. Treasury Secretary from 1999 to 2oo1. He used to be the chairman of the National Economic Council of the United States and is now the president of Harvard University. He has deep connections in the U.S. financial community. This is also the reason why Guo Shouyun is looking for him. In addition, it is thanks to Timothy Geithner that Guo Shouyun got to know him and became friends. The former is the latter''s mentor in the financial world. Lawrence Summers was mentored by the famous Clinton Treasury Secretary Robert Edward Rubin.


    Timothy Geithner, Lawrence Summers, and Robert Edward Rubin have dominated or influenced the U.S. financial community for more than a decade. This is why Guo Shouyun tried his best to make friends with Timothy Geithner, and took the initiative to befriend Lawrence Summers and Robert Edward Rubin.


    Without him, the energy is too great!


    "Lawrence, I owe you a favor for this!"


    "Bruce, you''re too polite. However, it''s not easy to get you to take the initiative to owe favors, and I won''t refund it!"


    "Haha, no problem!"


    A few short sentences gave Lawrence Summers time to think.


    "Bruce, you don''t need my help to acquire Unocal with your energy. The institutions and families you listed earlier are enough."


    "I just want to maximize success. After all, ''Chevron Texaco'' is also coveting Unocal, but I am just a step ahead of me. It''s hard to say whether they will get in the way."


    "Chevron Texaco? They want Unocal too?"


    "The international oil market is doing well now. Unocal has naturally become a sweet pastry!"


    After nodding clearly, "I understand. ... Oh, right. I heard that you plan to marry the daughter of the Roosevelt family?"


    "I really think I haven''t invited you yet, how do you all know?"


    "Bruce! Although the United States is big, the upper class is very small, especially the top ones. They are also the focus of everyone''s attention, and any trouble will attract people''s speculation. Especially if you are involved. A rising star in the business world!"


    "Okay! Since you all know, then I don''t need to inform me any more."


    "Hehe, when will you give me a wedding invitation?"


    "It''s unclear. I''ll think about it when I get back from New York!"


    After Lawrence responded, "Bruce, I have to say. You made a very wise decision. The influence of the Roosevelt family in the United States, even Adams, Bush and Kennedy are inferior to them."


    After briefly thinking about it, Guo Shouyun continued: "Lawrence, choosing a big family to marry is really good for my future development. But I''m afraid that I will be swallowed by someone with a belt and bone!"


    "Bruce, don''t be so pessimistic. This society can run stably because of its rules. Even the Roosevelt family can''t mess around. However, there should be some vigilance, especially safety!"


    Lawrence Summers has said a lot, but who made Guo Shouyun his big moneymaker? To make your investment in the Thunder Fund continue to be stable and grow substantially. Then Guo Shouyun can''t have an accident. Therefore, Lawrence Summers is willing to pass on his experience and thinking to him, and act as a staff advisor to practical problems, giving more specific solutions.


    "I understand, Lawrence. Thank you for bringing this to me!"


    "You''re welcome, who made us friends. By the way, when are you going back to America?"


    "Not sure yet, let''s see how things go. But it should be back in March. Anything?"


    "Of course! I''m the president of Harvard now, and you''re one of the most famous businessmen in the world. Don''t you think you should promise me to give a speech to the students at Harvard who look up to you?"


    "Uh... well, I agreed to this matter, but I definitely don''t have time in the first half of this year."


    "If you agree, we are also willing to wait in the second half of the year!"


    "Then the second half of the year!"


    "That''s a deal?"


    "It''s settled!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Ok! Is there anything else? If it''s okay, I''ll go back to the meeting! Seeing that the senior students are about to graduate, things are piling up here!"


    "I''m all right. But, Lawrence. There''s a lot of free jobs waiting for you in Phoenix. You might think about it."


    "Okay! When I leave Harvard, I will seek a part-time job with you. Don''t despise me then."


    "I don''t think any financial institution in the United States, including Phoenix, will dislike you!"


    "Haha, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After hanging up the phone, the smile on Guo Shouyun''s face slowly disappeared, and his expression became calm.


    "With the help of these people, the acquisition of Unocal is not a big problem. As for Merrill, I am afraid that there will be more hope after the marriage between me and the Roosevelt family is fully implemented! ... No time, take your time. It should be mine, a Can''t run away!"


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    "Why don''t you go to Jianfu Palace first, why do you have to join me?"


    Chen Zhen looked at the co-pilot with a headache, wearing a red coat, with short ears, and a young woman with a goose egg face.


    "I''ve heard about Bruce Guo''s name for a long time. It''s rare to have a chance to see it. Of course, I can''t miss it." Chen Shan said as a matter of course.


    "Isn''t it the same at the party?"


    "That''s not the same! You have so many friends, and when you get there, I guess I can''t even talk."


    Chen Zhen twitched the corners of his mouth, and then rolled his eyes, "If Cheng Jun and Zhou Ya know that you put ''Hu Peng Gou Friends'' on their heads, what will happen to them if you make money?"


    "I didn''t say Sister Ya. Besides, if you dare to say what you just said, I''ll tell Dad, you go to the heaven and earth to fight with others, and you also take care of your lover!" Chen Shan threatened with a puffed face.


    Hearing this, Chen Zhen''s eyes widened instantly, and he said in shock, "How did you know? Who told you?"


    Chen Shan smiled smugly, "If you want people to not know, you have to do it yourself. Hurry up and drive!"


    Looking at her sister who ate her to death, for fear that she would really make a fool of herself, Chen Zhen was afraid!


    "I can take you there, but let''s talk about it first. Lao Guo is not an ordinary person. Don''t use your tricks against him. You must know that other people''s energy is not necessarily inferior to our Chen family."


    "You know, I''m already nineteen years old, do you still think I''m a child? I know what to do!"


    "I hope you really know Otherwise, don''t blame me, who is my brother, for cutting you."


    "How dare you? I''ll let my father and grandfather cut you together! Then we''ll see who suffers!"


    Hearing this, Chen Zhen secretly spit out a groove. It is understandable that his father loves his daughter, after all, they are father and daughter. And their three children, the younger sister is the youngest and a girl, of course, is a collection of thousands of pets.


    But the surprise is that the old girl doesn''t know what to do. There are more than a dozen of the third generation of the Chen family, and the girl is not just her, but she is the most favored by the old man. It is strange that she can''t do anything about it .


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 Chapter 442： Jianfu Palace Clubhouse

    Chapter 442 Jianfu Palace Clubhouse


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    "Send this information to Rebecca!"


    Wang Jue nodded, turned around and walked out. Soon, Matthew''s call came in.


    "Boss, Mr. Chen is here."


    "Understood, take him to the living room first, I''ll be right there."


    "Yes!"


    "Xiaojing, I have read the filming plan of "Sister Tao", no problem, you can send it to Zou Chongyan. Besides, you can tell her that she can decide this kind of thing in the future, no need to ask my opinion!"


    A movie with an investment of no more than 20 million Hong Kong dollars is really not worth his energy.


    "I''ll go!"


    "By the way, remember to remind Wang Pengju not to delay the negotiation with Jiaduobao Group for too long. I have more plans waiting for him later."


    "Yes!"


    After she left, Guo Shouyun put on his coat, straightened his clothes in front of the mirror, and pushed open the door to the living room.


    "Bruce!"


    Hearing the footsteps long ago, Chen Zhen, who stood up and looked in the direction of the sound, opened his arms and strode towards Guo Shouyun and hugged him.


    "Old Chen!"


    They patted each other on the back of each other''s backs, "Last time you left California, we haven''t seen each other for more than half a year, right?"


    Chen Zhen nodded vigorously and said with a big smile: "When I went there, it was still in mid-July last year, and now it''s the end of February, but I haven''t seen you for more than half a year! But I''m relieved to see your red face now. already."


    Guo Shouyun knew that he was talking about the nearly one year when he was frustrated because Molly Bevan was in a coma.


    "What''s with the red face, didn''t you see that my hair is white!" Guo Shouyun pointed to his temples.


    "It''s nothing like that. Besides, the addition of these two strands of white hair makes you look more mature, which is good!"


    Seeing that the two were chatting speculatively, and there was no sign of her own existence in their eyes, Chen Shan said dissatisfiedly: "Hey, didn''t you see there is a lovely invincible beautiful girl next to you?"


    "Who is this��?"


    "She is my sister Chen Shan...!"


    Before Chen Zhen could finish speaking, this young girl with short ear-length hair and delicate facial features, wearing a pink coat and indigo jeans, stepped forward to examine it, "Your name is Bruce Guo? "


    "Shanshan, you can''t be rude!"


    "It''s okay!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand and smiled, "I''m Bruce Guo. But in China, I prefer to use the name Guo Shouyun. It''s nice to meet you."


    Glancing at the right hand he stretched out in front of her, Chen Shan also stretched out her small hand and shook it.


    "They all say that you are a rare business genius, but I don''t think you are anything special except that you are older!"


    "Shanshan, it''s too much!"


    Looking at the second brother with an angry expression on his face, Chen Shan stuck out her tongue pretty and said nothing.


    "I am now 24 years old, it seems that I am indeed a little old!"


    "Bruce, don''t worry about it. My sister is just outspoken, she has no ill intentions!"


    "Old Chen, it''s okay. In fact, I quite like your sister''s character."


    "If you hear it, no one cares, why are you so anxious!" After glancing at her second brother, Chen Shan turned her head, "At what you said just now, in the future in Sijiucheng, Sister Shan will cover you!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Then I''d like to thank you in advance."


    Beside him, Chen Zhen, who saw everything in his eyes, only felt embarrassed and said quickly, "Bruce, it''s getting late. Let''s go quickly, everyone is waiting for you now!"


    "Alright!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Taking Matthew out of the house, Guo Shouyun originally planned to talk to Chen Zhen about the party later. But an eccentric Chen Shan was inserted in the middle, and the chat behind her changed completely.


    "They say that you have built a huge business empire with assets of more than 100 billion US dollars in more than three years. Is that true?"


    "Do you have a girlfriend?"


    "You are Chinese, why are you so fluent in Mandarin?"


    "Are you really an orphan?"


    The straightforward questioning without thinking made Guo Shouyun feel like he was answering ''100,000 why''. Fortunately, Nanluoguxiang was not far from their destination, otherwise he really couldn''t handle it.


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flickered as he watched the car slowly enter the city gate and cross the tall walls of the Forbidden City. In his last life, he had heard of the Jianfu Palace Clubhouse inside the Forbidden City more than once. Now is the time to finally see.


    Under Chen Zhen''s instruction, Matthew parked the car in front of a closed palace gate. Only from the outside, you can''t see any difference between this closed and unmarked palace gate and other courtyards of the Forbidden City.


    "Here, let''s go down!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and followed Chen Zhen down. Then I saw him walking to the palace gate and ringing a doorbell next to him. It didn''t take long, with the sound of footsteps and the hoarse rubbing sound of opening the door, a strong man in a black suit with a flat head and a serious expression opened the palace gate.


    "Master Chen!"


    "Open the door and let us in!"


    "Please wait!"


    The strong man quickly opened the east side of the palace gate, which had only been pushed open by a crack.


    "Please come in!"


    "Bruce?"


    Seeing the greeting, Guo Shouyun strode over.


    "Matthew, give him the car keys and he will park the car for us!" Chen Zhen said.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, Matthew gave the car key to the strong man in the suit, and then the group walked in. After passing through the palace gate, the first thing that appears in front of you is a small courtyard surrounded by corridors, with various flower pots in the middle.


    On the front and left sides of the yard, when the light is small, you can see two yellow glazed tiles and green cut-edge rolling sheds on the top of the mountain on the partition wall, with tall Chinese-style buildings under the eaves. The building on the front side is two stories, and the left side is much higher, with three stories. There are also some differences in architectural styles. The front side is a building with equal upper and lower floors, and the left side is a pagoda-style building.


    Follow the cloister on the left, around the courtyard, and through a hanging flower gate. The two-story Chinese-style wooden building seen before is presented in front of Guo Shouyun. The wooden building is surrounded by water on three sides, and the three characters "Jing Yi Xuan" are written on the plaque!


    A stone flat bridge with a width of about one meter two and a carved stigma, slightly curved, connects the Jingyi Xuan and the hanging flower gate.


    "It''s really nice here!"


    "As long as you like it."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I like it very much, you guys have bothered. However, it seems to be very quiet here!"


    "This restored Jianfu Palace clubhouse has a total of 24 rooms that can be used to entertain guests. Moreover, unless they are members, outsiders cannot enter here. And the size of the members here has not exceeded two so far. Hundred."


    Guo Shouyun understood in his heart. Those who can get the membership here must be the children of the top families and forces in China. It''s not measured in money, it''s all about your background.


    "Let''s go, in order to entertain you, we specially explained to the chef here to ensure that you can eat the most authentic Shandong cuisine!"


    "Then I''ll have a good taste!"


    The two laughed and walked towards Jing Yixuan in front. The lively and active Chen Shan has already rushed in ahead of them.


    Led by Chen Zhen, the group walked up the stairs to the second floor. Passing through the carved door, bypassing the porcelain painting screen inlaid with the theme of the four seasons of spring, summer, autumn and winter, a space of nearly 100 square meters is presented in front of Guo Shouyun. Around the space, there are long desks displaying the four treasures of the study; there are also armchairs placed side by side; ancient shelves and corners are placed with porcelain; there are also calligraphy, painting and calligraphy hanging on the wall; There is no difference in the attic of the ancient dignitaries'' family banquets.


    "Everyone, let me introduce. This is the world-famous Bruce Guo, Mr. Guo Shouyun!" Chen Zhen said.


    Apart from Guo Shouyun and his party, there are seven strangers in the room! Certainly not completely unfamiliar. When he was in the UK three years ago, he met Li Chengjun once.


    "Bruce, this is Lao Li, you know him too!"


    "Of course. In England three years ago, if Mr Lee had not been released on bail, I''m afraid I would have been in the police station in London until dawn."


    After the two shook hands with each other, "Mr. Guo is very polite. It''s a lot of work, what''s the point!"


    "This is Zhou Ya, who also studied in the UK. It''s a pity that you went to Exeter and changed your mobile phone. Otherwise, you would have known each other in the UK three years ago."


    After a brief look at the black long and straight girl in a black coat, "Really, that''s really a pity!"


    "It''s really a pity, if I could have gotten to know Mr. Guo earlier, maybe I could have achieved greater success in the business world!"


    "Miss Zhou looks at me too highly, I don''t have that much magic power!"


    "Mr. Guo is really humble."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly and didn''t say much.


    "This is He Chen."


    A young man in a brown suit took the initiative to hold Guo Shouyun''s right hand Mr. Guo, I have heard the name for a long time, and finally saw it today. You must drink a few more drinks later. "


    "It''s okay to have a few drinks, but I''m too bad at drinking, don''t make me embarrassed!"


    "Don''t worry! How about we finish?"


    "Of course it''s the best!"


    Then Chen Zhen introduced the other four to Guo Shouyun. Without exception, they are basically one of the red children in the capital. After a simple greeting, everyone took their seats. As the only guest present, Guo Shouyun was relegated to the main seat.


    "I heard from Chen Zhen that Mr. Guo likes Lu cuisine, so we specially invited the most famous Lu cuisine chef in the capital to prepare dinner for Mr. Guo tonight. I hope Mr. Guo likes it!" Zhou Ya said.


    "Yipin tofu, Jiuzhuan large intestine, braised prawns, and sea cucumbers with spring onions are all classic dishes in Shandong cuisine. Let everyone worry about it!"


    "Mr. Guo is very polite. It is worth the effort to entertain a VIP like you!"


    A fat man in a dark brown suit complimented him. His name is Liu Zhiqi, and he runs a coal mining company in Jin Province.


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 Chapter 443： Everyone asks for advice

    The four hundred and fortieth chapters everyone asks for advice


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    "You''re welcome....For tonight''s banquet, I also prepared a case of good wine, I hope you like it!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, and the bodyguard who followed brought up a box of 90-year-old Latour red wine that he had prepared in advance.


    "The 90-year-old Latour is a rare top-grade wine, and it''s hard to find it on the market!"


    A woman wearing a red slim-fitting sweater and a black curly shawl with small waves, with a mature and charming temperament, said.


    Her name is Qiu Manyun, and she is the last woman except Chen Shan and Zhou Ya among all the people present. When Chen Zhen introduced it before, she mentioned that she is a consignment of jewelry and luxury goods.


    "Miss Qiu also likes red wine?"


    "I like anything that is good for beauty, especially red wine!" Qiu Manyun said with a smile.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, this woman was somewhat similar to Yao Qianqian, both of whom were the kind of stunner who could arouse men''s desires at any time.


    "With Mr. Guo''s good wine and this table of good dishes, let''s not sit still, let''s eat?" Chen Zhen said.


    "Yes, yes. Hurry up and eat, I''ve already starved to death!" Chen Shan quickly echoed. Here she is the youngest, and her mind is the simplest. Apart from caring about his belly, he has little interest in other things.


    Guo Shouyun picked up the chopsticks, "I''m hungry too. Besides, I can''t find such authentic Shandong cuisine in the United States. So, I won''t be polite to you!"


    "Mr. Guo, please feel free!"


    Under the leadership of Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen, everyone ate. Of course, it is still the inevitable Chinese wine table culture. After three rounds of wine and five flavors of dishes, the atmosphere became a little more subtle.


    "How long is Mr. Guo going to stay in the capital?" Li Chengjun asked.


    "It depends on the situation, maybe a week, maybe half a month."


    "This time is just right. There are many delicious and fun places in the capital. For more than a week, Mr. Guo can have a sufficient understanding of this place."


    "I hope so too!"


    After a pause, Li Chengjun continued: "Mr. Guo is a top elite in the business world. So, taking advantage of today''s opportunity, all of us here would like to learn from you?"


    "It''s not necessary to learn from the scriptures, but I am very willing to exchange some immature ideas with you!"


    "Since Mr. Guo is so generous, then I''m welcome. I wonder what Mr. Guo thinks about the real estate market of Huaxia Olympic?"


    "Huaxia Real Estate?"


    "That''s right!"


    "I want to know if Mr. Li thinks Huaxia Real Estate has encountered a bottleneck?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Yes! The real estate industry in Huaxia is too hot now. Take Beijing as an example, the average salary here is only 1,200 yuan, but the average real estate price has reached 4,200 yuan, almost four times the per capita salary. Excessive housing prices have inhibited Consumption has concentrated a large amount of funds that should have been invested in industry into the real estate industry; at the same time, too high housing prices have made too many people unable to buy a house, so that public grievances are boiling and social conflicts are intensifying. No matter how you look at it, the real estate industry has also reached its peak of development. ."


    Listening to Li Chengjun''s remarks, Guo Shouyun felt a little emotional. This kind of argument is exactly the same as what he heard in the 15th, 16th, 17th years of the previous life. But the final fact proved that as long as China''s economy is still moving forward, the house price will not fall.


    "May I ask Mr. Li a few questions?"


    "Please say!"


    "First of all, what is China''s urbanization rate now?"


    "According to the latest data released by the Academy of Social Sciences, China''s urbanization rate in 2002 was 39.09%!"


    "Secondly, what is China''s GDP growth rate in 2002? What is China''s average annual GDP growth rate in the past ten years?"


    "China''s annual GDP growth rate in 2002 was 9.13%. As for the average annual GDP growth rate in the past ten years, sorry, I really don''t know this."


    "10.29%! I knew it by chance." Facing everyone''s eyes, Zhou Ya smiled.


    "The last question, if you are an ordinary person working hard in the city, and you have 500,000 funds in your hand, and you are facing marriage, what would you most like to buy?"


    "House!" Li Chengjun''s answer was almost without hesitation.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "The urbanization rate of Huaxia is less than 40% now, while the urbanization rate of developed countries exceeds 80%! The average annual GDP growth of Huaxia in the past ten years has reached 10.29%, which is unprecedented; Moreover, now that she has joined the WTO, this has many benefits for China, which is export-oriented. In addition, the current international situation is generally peaceful, and the economies of major countries are stable and developing well, which is the best environment for China. Finally. , Huaxia''s traditional concept of home, so that all Huaxia people will actively or passively buy a house when their wallets are rich."


    "...So, although China''s real estate industry seems to be overdone, in fact it has just begun to develop, and it is a good time to invest! I can assert to you that the most valuable industry in China for investment in the next ten years is the real estate industry. If You missed it, but you will regret it!"


    His words caused a look of thought on the faces of almost everyone present. Of course, Chen Shan is the only exception. Now, she is competing with a piece of nine-turn large intestine.


    "Listen to Mr. Guo, are you investing in Huaxia''s real estate market yourself?" He Chen asked.


    "Of course! I personally invest more than 2.5 billion Huaxia Coins in Huaxia Real Estate every year through Global Real Estate."


    "Global Property is Mr. Guo''s business?"


    "Miss Qiu seems to have heard of us?"


    After Qiu Manyun nodded, "Global Real Estate is a recent upstart in the real estate industry in Beijing. In less than two months after its establishment, it has swallowed up more than a dozen communities and thousands of houses near major business districts such as Xidan, Dongdan, and Chaoyang. Moreover, when buying a house, it��s all about buying a house. It��s more generous than the speculators in Wenzhou and Zhouzhou. Of course, it��s eye-catching. I just didn��t expect it to be a company owned by Mr. Guo.�� However, I��m a little curious that, Why didn''t Mr. Guo enter the real estate development industry?"


    "I think you all know better than me about the current situation of China''s real estate development industry. If I have your energy, I will definitely not miss it. But it is a pity that although I have the blood of Chinese people, I am an American after all. Huaxia is complicated. The relationship between government and business is a burden for me! In contrast, it is more in my interest to hold real estate and wait for the appreciation.��


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes quickly swept across the crowd, and he smiled lightly.


    "If you are interested, we can cooperate!"


    "Cooperation?"


    "That''s right! Everyone is related, I have money, and we can invest in Huaxia''s real estate industry together."


    To grow, you have to have connections. Although Guo Shouyun''s network resources in Huaxia cannot be said to be blank, it cannot be said to be strong. Therefore, if he can use this cooperation to connect with the children of these big families, it will also be a guarantee for his future investment in Huaxia.


    After a few people exchanged glances, He Chen said: "It is indeed our honor to be able to cooperate with Mr. Guo. But I am more interested in knowing how Mr. Guo plans to cooperate?"


    "It''s very simple. We cooperate to set up a real estate development company. The company''s shares are allocated according to the actual investment amount. Considering the network resources of all of you, when dividing the specific shares, you can increase your actual investment amount by 20%. Calculation. In addition, I will not ask for the right to manage the company, but retain the right to monitor and financial supervision, and assign independent directors to the company��s board of directors. �� How about it, are you satisfied with this answer?��


    A hint of surprise flashed in He Chen''s eyes. They originally thought that they were simply investing in the joint venture company, and Guo Shouyun was the manager.


    "Mr. Guo seriously?" He Chen continued.


    "Of course! When it comes to official business, I never joke. ... But considering the sudden incident, you don''t have to give me an answer now. Anyway, I still have to stay in the capital for a while, and when you think about it, you can always Call me."


    "We don''t have Mr. Guo''s contact information." Qiu Manyun said.


    "Chen Zhen didn''t give it to you?"


    "This guy said that he can''t give it without your permission!" Liu Zhiqi said.


    "Can''t you see that your mouth is quite strict?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Of course. As a friend, I can never betray your trust!" Chen Zhen laughed.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, "You can ask Lao Chen for it later, he has my mobile number in his hand."


    "After talking about real estate, can you ask Mr. Guo''s opinion on the coal industry?" Liu Zhiqi asked.


    Looking at this fat man, the most boss-like person among all. Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Of course! ... In fact, the price of coal will rise for sure. Because China''s economy is developing, the demand for energy, especially electricity, is almost endless. And more than 80% of China''s power plants are coal-fired thermal power plants. Demand The growth of coal will naturally lead to an increase in prices. However, it should be noted that the environmental pollution caused by burning coal is almost the highest among all major fuels.��


    "...When China''s economic growth starts to transform from the current extensive type to the technological type, the emphasis on environmental improvement will lead to a decline in coal prices. Therefore, in the short and medium term, coal prices will rise. Long-term From the point of view, the price of coal is falling. Therefore, if Mr. Liu wants to expand his business steadily, he needs to use the short- and medium-term earnings to expand new businesses and hedge against the risk of coal falling."


    "I take the liberty to ask, what is Mr. Guo''s short- and medium-term time limit...?"


    ��My personal habit is to call a year in the short term. A five-year term is a medium term. A ten year term is a long term.��


    "Understood!" Liu Renqi nodded.


    "Mr. Guo thinks that China will enter a technology-driven economy in five years?" Li Chengjun asked suddenly.


    "Won''t!"


    "Then you just...?"


    "Personally, I have always liked Mr. Li Jiacheng''s business creed: never earn the last coin! If you want to make changes when anything is at its peak, you will often miss the best opportunity. ''Prepare for a rainy day'' is the most sensible thing to do. choose."


    After nodding thoughtfully, Li Chengjun continued: "When does Mr. Guo think China will usher in a technology-driven society?"


    "It depends on the ability of Huaxia''s leadership, but I believe that day will come."


    "It seems that Mr. Guo has great confidence in Huaxia!"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively, "Speaking of this, I thought of a paragraph about Huaxia that I saw in the LinkedIn Q&A. It was written by an international student from Huaxia. The content should be: Five thousand years. Before, we faced floods like the ancient Egyptians; 4,000 years ago, we played bronze like the ancient Babylonians; 3,000 years ago, we thought about philosophy like the ancient Greeks; 2,000 years ago, we fought like the Romans; A thousand years ago, we were as rich as the Arabs; now, we are in America! For five thousand years, we have been playing mahjong at the poker table of the world, and the others have changed many rounds. "


    "Although there are many mistakes and omissions in his statement, the general meaning is correct. Huaxia has a long history. Although it will always fall into a trough after a period of glory, it can always rise from the trough and become the world again. A strong country. Therefore, I believe that Huaxia will rise again. Moreover, the achievements of reform and opening up over the past two decades are enough to explain the problem. "


    "It''s hard to believe that Mr. Guo would come to such a conclusion!" He Chen said.


    "I''m American, but I''m also from China I know the history of China, and I understand her future. So everything is not surprising.... Speaking of which, you don''t need to ask me one by one. For the future of the industry you are engaged in. In fact, China''s economy is very healthy, and there will continue to be brilliant in the future. So, in this rapidly developing environment, whether it is real estate, energy, retail, or luxury jewelry, They are all industries with great potential.��


    "But no industry can last forever. After rapid development, there will be a period of stable development. So, if you really treat the industries you are engaged in as your career in the future, it will take so long. It doesn''t matter how much money she can make. In other words, if you just plan to make money and don''t have a long-term business idea, then the best way is to change hands after three to five years and invest in more profitable industries, such as real estate. So , how to choose, according to your own heart. ... This is my advice to everyone here. Oh, right. Mr. Li seems to be in the political world?"


    Li Chengjun nodded.


    "I''m not familiar with Huaxia officialdom, so I can''t help!"


    "Mr. Guo, don''t make an assertion so early, in fact, we can still cooperate!" Li Chengjun said with deep meaning.


    "Oh? I''d like to hear about it!"


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    Chapter 444: Yuelai Villa


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    "I heard that Mr. Guo''s Universal Studios is choosing a location in the capital?"


    Guo Shouyun''s heart moved, "I didn''t expect Mr. Li to know too!"


    "There are only a few large projects involving billions of dollars in investment, so how can they not be noticeable?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Then what advice does Mr. Li have on this?"


    After taking a deep look at him, Li Chengjun said with a hint of anticipation in his tone: "I hope Mr. Guo can consider us to pass through the state!"


    "Tong~zhou?"


    "Lao Li is now the deputy head of the Tongzhou District in charge of attracting investment." Chen Zhen next to him explained.


    Guo Shouyun was stunned.


    "Mr. Li, although we are friends now. However, it involves a huge investment of billions of dollars. It is impossible for the company to make hasty decisions just because of my words. If Tongzhou is really after our rigorous evaluation Even if you don��t say it, we will build the seventh Universal Studios in the world there. But if it��s not, I��m sorry, I��m responsible to the company and shareholders.��


    "Of course! Mr. Guo''s choice was wise, but since I opened my mouth, I didn''t intend to pull this investment with just a few words."


    "Appreciate further details!"


    "First of all, transportation. Tongzhou has always been the main traffic road between Beijing and East, and there is a saying of ''one Beijing, two satellites, three Tongzhou'' since ancient times. Now, the Batong Line and the Fifth Ring Road connecting the capital will be put into use by the end of this year. .Three high-speed connections of Beijing-Harbin, Beijing-Shanghai and Beijing-Tianjin. The convenient transportation is conducive to enhancing the attraction of Universal Studios to the surrounding population.��


    "Secondly, taxation. After the opening of the first phase of Universal Studios Beijing, we will give tax incentives of ''three exemptions and two half reductions''. In addition, we can also give Universal Studios a 20% discount on land use!"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes lit up. The requisitioned land area of ??Beijing Universal Studios exceeds 400 hectares. If he can get a 20% discount, there will undoubtedly be a lot of money left. Moreover, the three-free and two-half halving is also very attractive. Two years of tax exemption and three years of tax halving will help Universal through the initial accumulation period. After all, many theme parks lost money when they first opened because of their popularity, such as Universal Studios in Osaka.


    "Finally, the environment. If Universal Studios settles in Tongzhou, we will cooperate with you to change the development direction of Tongzhou District, abandon the highly polluting secondary industry, and focus on the tertiary industry and tourism for future development to control pollution. , improve the environment and increase the attractiveness of Universal Studios to the tourist crowd.��


    "What Mr. Li said is really attractive. However, it is not easy to do these things. It requires the cooperation of the entire Tongzhou District Government and the assistance of the Beijing Municipal Government. Are you sure you have the ability to achieve it?" Guo Shouyun pondered. asked after a while.


    "Of course! If Mr. Guo doesn''t believe it, he can let Mr. Chris from Universal Studios cooperate with me for a month, and everything will be clear in a month."


    Guo Shouyun thought for a moment, if everything Li Chengjun just said can be realized, then Tongzhou is indeed more suitable than the other locations that Universal Studios is investigating now.


    "Okay! I''ll let Chris McClain cooperate with you, but only for a month!"


    "no problem!"


    Li Chengjun''s face showed a touch of excitement. If he can promote the investment of nearly 5 billion U.S. dollars in Universal Studios in Tongzhou, it will become a successful national tourism and entertainment center. So just based on this political achievement, coupled with the help of the family, he can become a senior official at the main office before the age of thirty-five. With this foundation, his future prospects will be limitless.


    Li Chengjun''s excitement was seen by the people around him. But unfortunately they are not interested in politics. The family members who were engaged in politics were not in the capital either. So it is destined to miss Universal Studios.


    "Old Li, congratulations!" Chen Zhen said.


    "It''s too early to say congratulations!"


    "Haha, hope is good!"


    "I think everyone has almost eaten the food and wine, why don''t we find a place to play?" He Chen suddenly said.


    "I have no opinion!" Liu Zhiqi said.


    "Bruce, how about you?"


    Looking at everyone''s eyes, Guo Shouyun wanted to refuse to go home and rest. However, this kind of disappointing words, think about it or forget it.


    "I also really want to see the nightlife in Beijing!"


    "OK, then let''s go!" Chen Zhen stood up first. Obviously, he also knew where he was going next.


    "Go, I won''t go! And Shanshan, I''ll take you back."


    When everyone walked out of Jianfu Palace, Zhou Ya said suddenly.


    "Sister Ya, why? People really want to play!"


    "No, it''s not for you to go there."


    "Yes, little sister. You should go home quickly. Otherwise, my mother will call to urge you!" Chen Zhen said.


    Glancing at him, Chen Shan looked at the serious expression of the always respected sister Ya, and her small mouth pouted in dissatisfaction. But in the end, it was still pulled away by Zhou Ya.


    Afterwards, everyone set off all the way. Originally, Guo Shouyun thought that the destination would be what he thought, and it was also a place like ''heaven~human world'', ''rich and powerful family~night banquet'' that he remembered deeply in his previous life But only after arriving did he discover the fundamental no.


    Not only is it far away from the city center, but it is also heavily guarded. From the outside, it is just a five-story building built in a dense forest and surrounded by mountains, with a very ordinary appearance and no aesthetic sense. Even, it is similar to the factories of many township enterprises. But when I actually went in, I found out that it was really strange.


    In addition to the five floors seen, there are four floors underground. The top and bottom floors are not open to the public. The third and fourth floors are the box areas. Second floor, leisure area. Dance hall, cinema, billiards, two tennis courts, plus a swimming pool. The first floor is the banquet hall and lobby. The negative first floor, more than 2000 square meters, is filled with jewelry, diamonds and works of art, all of which are used for trading. On the negative second floor, there are common gambling methods such as stone gambling, gambling, and horse gambling. The negative third floor is a fighting arena and a colosseum. Of course, there are no lions and tigers, but dogs.


    From the communication with Chen Zhen, Guo Shouyun learned that this place called ''Yuelai Mountain Villa'', with a very tacky name, is the most mainstream gathering place for the three generations of celebrities in Beijing. If the ''Jianfu Palace Clubhouse'' represents the ultimate in ''eating'', then this is the ultimate in ''playing'' in the capital.


    "Would you like to pick one?"


    Guo Shouyun looked at the beautiful girl in the hall who was not revealing, but looked very temperamental, and shook his head after briefly thinking about it.


    "never mind!"


    "I know you don''t like them, but when you play in this place, it''s more interesting to have a woman as a lubricant. Moreover, they are also a living map here, you can ask them if you don''t understand anything." Chen Zhendao.


    Guo Shouyun was about to speak when he heard a familiar and charming voice coming from his side.


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    Chapter 445 Qiu Manyun


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    "Let me go shopping with Mr. Guo!"


    Looking at Qiu Manyun who took the initiative to step forward, Chen Zhen and the others were stunned for a moment, and then exchanged glances with each other.


    "Since someone volunteered, then we don''t have to worry about it! Man Yun, Mr. Guo will leave it to you!"


    Qiu Manyun smiled and nodded.


    "What? You are not with me?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise.


    "They are all regulars here, so naturally they have their own people to accompany, but they won''t be with you!" Qiu Manyun said.


    Guo Shouyun was stunned. When you have huge wealth and power, you can attract beautiful women around you, and when you leave them, few men can really control them.


    "Let''s arrange things around us and come down to accompany Mr. Guo soon!" Liu Zhiqi said quickly.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Understand, understand. Let''s separate here for the time being!"


    "See you soon!"


    After they turned and left, Qiu Manyun took a step forward and took the initiative to hold Guo Shouyun''s left arm.


    "Mr. Guo, let''s go. There are many interesting places here!"


    Feeling the softness from the touch of the skin, and the fragrance lingering on the tip of the nose, Guo Shouyun, who was no longer his first brother, accepted it like a sweet treat.


    "Miss Qiu is familiar with this place?"


    "It''s not very familiar. But it''s not big here. You''ll know about it after a few visits! ... Do you want to play a few games, Mr. Guo?"


    "I''m not interested in gambling." Guo Shouyun shook his head. He doesn''t like things that are completely uncertain, especially gambling. This is all about sending money to the casino, and he has a hole in his head to do such a stupid thing.


    "This is really strange. Nine out of ten men come here, and the first destination is the casino below."


    "Maybe I''m one of the tenths. But I''m very interested in art. If Miss Qiu doesn''t object, we can go there first."


    "Of course! I was originally there to accompany you. Naturally, it''s your interest! However, we are friends now. Can we not call Miss Qiu, Miss Qiu?"


    "Then what should I be called?"


    "If you don''t dislike it, call me Manyun. My friends call me that!"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help being stunned by Qiu Manyun''s smiling face. This kind of charm from oriental women is not found in Wendy and Molly.


    "Manyun!" Guo Shouyun called after smiling indifferently.


    "Then I''ll call you Bruce!"


    "Can!"


    After a simple chat, the two came to the basement floor. Guo Shouyun originally thought that there was a dazzling array of shelves filled with luxury goods and works of art, and the situation during the flood period did not exist. Instead, it looks more like a showroom.


    Bronze ware, calligraphy and painting, porcelain, oil painting, clocks, jade ware and other works of art are displayed in the booth made of tempered glass. Under the exquisite spotlights, they are full of brilliance and temptation. In front of each booth, there are several beautiful brochures with simple explanations of artworks and rules for buying and selling.


    "Bruce, if you like something, put the price into this computer. As long as your price is the highest before the wee hours of this evening, someone will call you the next day, and after you make the payment, you take the picture. The items will be delivered to your door by someone.��


    After nodding clearly, "How do I know if this is the real thing?"


    "Don''t worry. No one dares to sell fakes here, unless he doesn''t want to continue to mix in Huaxia. And even if he leaves Huaxia, don''t think about being safe!"


    Guo Shouyun thought about it too. The people gathered here are all the top power classes in China. If you lie to them, you will offend the whole circle, and you will naturally die without negotiating.


    "The quality of the things here is quite good." Guo Shouyun took a brief look and found that most of the artworks were priced at more than 300,000 yuan.


    "...Where did they come from?"


    "There are those who lost the bet and mortgaged; there are also some who have had enough fun and put them out for sale again. Of course, there are also consignment sales by some collection agencies."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and soon a piece of work that surprised him appeared in front of him. After examining it carefully, he said in surprise, "Is this really the "Chongshan Fuling Map" by the famous Northern Song Dynasty artist Fan Kuan?"


    "Um!"


    "Is this enough to be a second-level national treasure?"


    "This painting can be considered as something that is under pressure here. However, if you really pay for it, you can take it away. But you can''t take it out of the country!"


    After Guo Shouyun responded, he looked at the bottom of the bid for the painting. It shows 80 million Huaxia coins. This is really cheap for him who is accustomed to seeing the national treasure-level classics of later generations that cost hundreds of millions, or even one billion. And most of the time it''s priceless.


    Seeing that Guo Shouyun filled in 81 million and attached his phone number, Qiu Manyun said in surprise, "Do you really want to buy it?"


    "certainly!"


    "However, the base price of 80 million has far exceeded its market price!"


    The most expensive painting and calligraphy auctioned by Huaxia in 2002 was Tang Yin''s "Ladies in Autumn Dresses", which sold for 18.9 million Huaxia coins for eight square feet. In comparison, Fan Kuan''s "Chongshan Fuling Map", although nearly 16 square feet, is older. But according to the current market price, it will not exceed 40 million at most. The base price of 80 million has been doubled. The reason why there is such a bottom bid is obviously that the seller does not really want to sell. It''s just to block those buyers with high prices.


    But Guo Shouyun is not an ordinary buyer. Knowing the price trend of Huaxia artworks in the future, he is almost never stingy with the top artworks that are truly national treasures and may never have the opportunity to get them if they miss them.


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    When Guo Shouyun was on the negative floor, accompanied by the beauties to enjoy all kinds of antiques, Chen Zhen, Wang Chen and Liu Zhiqi, who had previously left for an excuse, got together again.


    "Is it really appropriate for us to do this?" Chen Zhen hesitated.


    "Four irons in life: We went to the window together, visited prostitutes together, carried guns together, and shared dirt together. Classmates and carrying guns are definitely impossible. Dividing the spoils, people''s assets are tens of billions of dollars, and it is estimated that they will not look down on it. It''s less than 100 million Huaxia Coins'' ''small money'', and we can''t take any stolen goods. Therefore, in general, prostitution is the most suitable." Liu Zhiqi said.


    "But no matter how I look at it, I think this is a bad idea!" Chen Zhen said.


    "Then do you have a better way?" Wang Chen asked rhetorically.


    Chen Zhen shook his head after thinking about it.


    "That''s not it! Besides, what Lao Liu found was Jingying''s school beau. With that appearance and figure, if it wasn''t to win over this tycoon Guo, he would have enjoyed it himself!"


    Liu Zhiqi nodded in agreement.


    "Have you finished everything?" Li Zhijun asked.


    "Don''t worry. After it''s done, Lao He and I will pay her to make three movies, and I also introduced her to Wang Jinghua, and the future will be magnanimous."


    "By the way, is this person clean?" Chen Zhen asked quickly.


    "Hey. I''ve tested it, and it''s a chick!"


    "Old He, you''re laughing so **** lewd!" Chen Zhen complained.


    "Everyone grew up wearing open-crotch pants, who doesn''t know who? And they all come to this kind of place, so what are they pretending to be serious."


    "that is!"


    While they were shouting, Li Chengjun frowned slightly and said, "It''s almost time, why didn''t Manyun call us?"


    "That''s right! Didn''t you say before you came here that you would call us in half an hour? It''s been five minutes now." He Chen said.


    "I''ll call and ask!"


    Liu Zhiqi took out his mobile phone and dialed Qiu Manyun. After half a ring, "No one answered!"


    "No one picks up, how is it possible?"


    "If you don''t believe me, try it."


    After nodding, He Chen dialed out with his cell phone, and sure enough, within one minute of the call, blind tones sounded.


    "Wouldn''t Manyun forget?" Chen Zhen said.


    "I don''t think she forgot, but planned to ''take it all alone''!" Li Chengjun said in a condensed voice.


    "''Solo''? Doesn''t this rouge tiger like women? When did she become interested in men?" He Chen was surprised.


    "Of course she likes women, but you forgot that the women around her are all top-notch stunners. Especially that pair of sisters, no matter their appearance, body, or temperament, they are a hundred times stronger than your Beijing Film School girl!"


    "She is willing?"


    "You know Man Yun, her ambition is not inferior to ours. No, it should be said to be stronger. If you can use Bruce Guo''s financial resources and wisdom to realize her career pursuit, I''m afraid she can even give up herself." Li Chengjun said.


    Chen Zhen and the others fell silent, and Qiu Manyun was also their petite, so they also understood her temperament.


    "No, we finally set up this game. We can''t let her benefit alone!" Wang Chen stood up.


    "That''s right!" Liu Zhiqi was also a little unwilling.


    "I think you should forget it. The pair of deaf and mute brothers beside her fight against each other and only obey her orders. Do you think you can be their opponents together?"


    When Wang Chen and Liu Zhiqi heard it, they seemed to be deflated and wilted!


    "Are we just waiting?"


    "Besides, do you have any other better way?"


    "We can call Lao Guo directly!" Chen Zhen''s eyes lit up.


    "Did you forget to block the mobile phone signal in Qiu Manyun''s box? No one wants to call in except those landlines. ... Well, that''s all for today. Go back early. As for Bruce Guo, we didn''t gain anything. Besides, didn''t he stay in the capital for a week? We''ll just find another chance!"


    The others nodded.


    "we can only do this!"


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    Chapter four hundred and forty sixth snake saliva


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    "Please come in!"


    After briefly looking at the living room, which was obviously a bit greasy, Guo Shouyun walked in. Just as Matthew was about to enter, he was stopped by Qiu Manyun.


    "I have something to say between the two of you and Bruce, so don''t come in here."


    Hearing the movement behind him, Guo Shouyun turned around and gave Matthew a calm look, "Didn''t we come here to see Lao Chen and the others?"


    "Of course! But it will take some time for them to come. Taking advantage of this opportunity, I have a few private questions that I would like to ask you. Don''t worry, I am also a person of status. Although my wealth is not as good as yours, Mr. Guo, I am also worth thousands of dollars. Wan. What will happen to you?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded. He had no hatred with Qiu Manyun, and the other party''s family background was indeed extraordinary. The more such a person is, the more they will not be a threat to themselves. The bodyguards beside him really need to guard against those desperadoes and their own enemies.


    "I think you''ve misunderstood. I''m not asking this for safety, just out of curiosity!"


    When the words fell, he waved at Matthew. The latter understood, nodded slightly, and exited the door.


    "OK, can we talk now?"


    Qiu Manyun smiled lightly, and after closing the door, "Isn''t it more atmosphere to chat while drinking? ... Please take a seat."


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun sat down on the European-style sofa beside him. Qiu Manyun went to the wine cabinet on the side, took out a bottle of red wine and poured two glasses. He walked to the sofa and handed one of them to Guo Shouyun.


    "Oh, almost forgot!"


    Qiu Manyun, who seemed stunned, put down the wine glass, got up and walked to the side, opened a teak-colored sideboard, and took out a palm-sized furnace-shaped aromatherapy incense burner. Immediately after, he took out a water-cup-sized mahogany box from the sideboard, squeezed a finger-sized amount of spice with tweezers, and put it into the aromatherapy.


    Watching Qiu Manyun ignite the aromatherapy, an elegant but refreshing fragrance soon descended from Guo Shouyun''s nostrils down his throat. In just a few seconds, the originally tense body suddenly relaxed. He felt warm all over, and his head became much more relaxed.


    "What kind of spice is this, it smells good!"


    There was a strange look in Qiu Manyun''s eyes, and he smiled and said, "I made it myself according to the ancient recipe, as long as you like it."


    "I love so much!"


    Qiu Manyun sat back opposite Guo Shouyun again, picked up the wine glass and raised his hand to signal, "My 1992 Lafite tastes as good as the Latour brought by Mr. Guo."


    After picking up the wine glass and touching it with Qiu Manyun, Guo Shouyun took a sip.


    "The wine is good. But I''m more curious about your question. Can we talk now?"


    "What? You don''t want to be with me?"


    "Of course not. However, it''s getting dark now, so I''m going to go back to rest early."


    "I have a lot of rooms here. If you are tired, you can stay here anytime." Qiu Manyun said with a smile.


    Looking at this charming, charming and beautiful woman with a charming smile, suddenly a nameless ''fire'' shot from his lower abdomen straight to the heavenly spirit, making Guo Shouyun''s body hot.


    He thought that he hadn''t touched a woman for more than two months, so Qiu Manyun, who was full of femininity, aroused the desire in his heart, that''s why he did this. Embarrassed, Guo Shouyun hurriedly took a sip of red wine from his glass. But this not only didn''t solve his problem, on the contrary, it made the original desire that could be restrained even stronger.


    Seeing the man on the opposite side with sweat on his forehead and his face turning rosy, Qiu Manyun smiled slightly.


    "The heater in the room is a little hot. I''ll go inside to change clothes and come back to accompany you!"


    "Okay, please do it!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was feeling uncomfortable, nodded quickly.


    Qiu Manyun smiled charmingly, got up and walked around the sofa, walked to the closed door next to him, pushed it open, and walked in.


    As the door closed, Guo Shouyun sighed in relief. No one was there, and he felt much more at ease. He felt his body was hot, and after hesitating for a while, he took off his jacket. With only a thin black lapel sweater left, he finally felt a touch of freshness. But this refreshment didn''t last long.


    "Gudu...!"


    Guo Shouyun, who couldn''t find water and could only drink red wine to quench his thirst, had already drank a whole bottle of Lafite.


    "I feel that drinking red wine is not to quench thirst at all, but to fuel the fire!"


    Shaking his head slightly, he pulled the sweater that had been soaked in sweat, Guo Shouyun looked at his watch. It has been almost half an hour since Qiu Manyun entered. He knew that women were slow to change clothes, but he was a little impatient after waiting so long.


    After a little hesitation, he stood up and was about to knock on the door to ask about the situation. But I saw that the originally closed room was opened from the inside.


    With slender fingers, snow-white wrists, and slowly unfolding lotus arms, the tall Qiu Manyun walked out from inside.


    It''s just that when she entered, she was still wrapped in a coat and trousers, but now she has fully revealed her charm as a woman.


    The small wavy shawl has long hair hanging loosely behind the head, delicate and just right facial features, straight pink neck, round and thin shoulders, huge and plump chest, and a willow waist that is gripped; it expands rapidly, showing amazing The curved peach hips, and the straight and slender legs; the flesh and bones are even, the ankles are tied with red rope buckles, and the toes are painted with cardamom Zhudan''s rich jade feet.


    In the end, she wore a pink long skirt with hollow suspenders, which brought Qiu Manyun''s woman''s physical advantages to the extreme.


    When Guo Shouyun found that under the light, through the looming gap, Qiu Manyun was wearing nothing under his long skirt, the originally suppressed fire erupted like a landslide and a tsunami. How hard it was once suppressed, how violent it is now.


    Abandoning the only reason, one strode forward, stretched out his hand and pulled the rippling breast, the charming woman who was almost dripping with water, roughly pulled into his arms, but when he kissed him regardless, But he was stopped by Qiu Manyun.


    "Wait a moment!"


    His left hand pressed against Guo Shouyun''s chest, and his right hand pressed the big hand that was rubbing his buttocks, "Don''t worry, come with me!"


    After a charming smile she took Guo Shouyun''s right hand and walked into the room where she had changed clothes.


    At the moment of entering the door, Guo Shouyun just glanced at the warm-colored room, and in the center of the room, on the mahogany carved big bed covered by a nearly transparent pink gauze, two women sitting on their knees attracted all the attention.


    They have similar looks, and they are the opposite of Qiu Manyun''s charming temperament, one is pure and the other is cool. The glamorous one is wearing a black hollowed-out single and black stockings, and the pure one is wearing a white hollowed-out suspender and white stockings. In line with Qiu Manyun''s charm, three stunning people with stunning looks were in front of him, and the appearance of Ren Jun Caijie, I believe no man could stand it.


    "Tonight, the three of us are yours! You can do whatever you want!" With a charming voice, Qiu Manyun''s slender fingers gently drew a few circles on Guo Shouyun''s chest, trying his best to seduce him. .


    Guo Shouyun, who was already dominated by desire, used actions instead of words. After possessing himself, he hugged Qiu Manyun, stretched out his left foot and closed the door, took a few steps forward, threw her onto the big bed, and then pressed him down.


    About ten minutes later, Qiu Manyun slowly got out of bed, picked up the clothes next to him, glanced at the men and women who were rushing to death on the bed, quietly pushed the door open and walked out.


    When she came to the living room, she breathed a sigh of relief and stood in front of the mirror, looking at her naked body with traces of blue and purple, she couldn''t help frowning. Throwing the tattered red suspenders aside, putting on his own clothes again, put out the aromatherapy first.


    "This snake saliva is getting less and less, and I will save it in the future!"


    After putting the incense burner away, Qiu Manyun sat down on the sofa next to him.


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 Chapter 447： womans ambition

    Chapter four hundred and forty seventh woman''s ambition


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    At seven in the morning, the biological clock woke Guo Shouyun from his sleep on time. As soon as he opened his eyes, he realized the difference from before. Feeling the warm fragrance of nephrite jade in my arms, everything that happened last night flashed like a movie. He knew that he had fallen into the rouge trap carefully designed by Qiu Manyun.


    But I understand, I understand, but looking at the two big beauties who are sleeping in their arms one by one on the left and one on the right, with their jade bodies lying sideways, tears in the corners of their eyes, and two big beauties, and they are sisters of identical twins. I have to say that Qiu Manyun really understands a man''s mind. For Guo Shouyun, who has always wanted to be a good husband and restrained his desires, the pleasure of breaking taboos brought by such an encounter is particularly profound!


    Feeling the change in my arms, "Are you awake?"


    Two pairs of beautiful eyes slowly opened, one was shy and timid, the other seemed a little direct.


    The six eyes met, and after a brief exchange of glances, "What''s your name?"


    "Ji Hong! Ji Zheng!"


    "Are you sister?"


    Ji Hong with a cold expression nodded.


    "How many years have you been following Qiu Manyun?"


    "One year and nine months!"


    After knowing this, Guo Shouyun didn''t ask any more questions.


    "Get up, put on your clothes, and have breakfast with me."


    After the sisters spent a little bit of their heads, they propped up their bodies, and their enchanting figures almost made Guo Shouyun, who was very angry in the morning, incarnate again as ''Tian Boguang''. However, looking at the slightly pale faces of the two sisters and their respective frowns, it is clear that the trauma from last night is still serious. After suppressing the anger in my heart, "Are you all right?"


    "fine!"


    His pity and concern eyes made the two sisters who had just broken the melon feel somewhat comforted.


    "I think you should rest first, and I''ll bring you breakfast in later."


    "No, we can��!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand and interrupted Ji Hong, "Listen to me."


    After speaking, he moved his numb arms a bit. After getting dressed neatly, he glanced at the two sisters, pushed the door and walked out.


    "Sister, he looks good."


    After the room was quiet again, Ji Zheng said softly.


    After Ji Hong nodded, "Does it hurt there?"


    "Um!"


    Ji Zheng nodded with a rosy face.


    "We girls always have the first time, and the patience will pass. Moreover, Sister Manyun said, this is the best chance for us to change our destiny. If we can seize it, no one will be able to bully us in the future. There will be no shortage of money to spend! There is even a bright future!" In the end, Ji Hong''s tone was filled with excitement.


    "But...sister, I don''t want to be a junior!" Ji Zheng whispered.


    "Then you are willing to be like your mother, because you fell in love with a man by mistake, suffered hardships all your life, and finally didn''t even have the money to see a doctor. Are you despised by everyone?"


    "In no mood!"


    After thinking about it for a while, Ji Zheng quickly shook his head.


    "Xiaozheng, never forget the tragedy of my mother, and never forget how we were sold here by that devil. In this world, nothing matters. Only money and status are the most important, without these two, In the end, both of us will end up like our mother, with a bad face. But as long as we can catch that man and have a child, we will have everything, do you understand?!" Ji Hong grabbed her sister''s shoulder. Excited tone.


    "Sister, I know!"


    He stroked his sister''s long soft hair pitifully, "Xiaozheng, it''s not my sister forcing you. It''s just that we are not destined to live the life of ordinary people. Being too beautiful is not only our advantage, but also our burden!"


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    "Yo, get up! How is it, you slept well at night with beauties?"


    Facing the smiling Qiu Manyun, Guo Shouyun gave her a deep look and said, "Tell me, what is the purpose of doing this?"


    Qiu Manyun smiled sweetly, and Lian Bu shook lightly and walked over.


    "Purpose, what purpose can people have. Also, didn''t you like last night...?"


    He suddenly grabbed Qiu Manyun''s right hand and touched his chest, pulled her into his arms with all his strength, and wrapped his left arm around her slender waist, instantly pressing their bodies tightly together. The intense action made both of them breathe a little faster.


    "I really liked last night, but why did you run away in the end?"


    After the initial panic, Qiu Manyun smiled charmingly, stretched out the slender left index finger and gently slid across Guo Shouyun''s lips.


    "People are also worried that the three of you will be overwhelmed by your body. In addition, Man Yun is very clear that what you men think you can''t get is the best. Before you can''t leave me completely, how could Man Yun be like this? Give yourself to you easily!"


    Guo Shouyun let go of his hand, walked to the sofa next to him and sat down.


    "Can''t do without you? Do you think you are so attractive?"


    "certainly!"


    After answering, Qiu Manyun turned around and sat in Guo Shouyun''s arms, wrapped his fair arms around his neck, and said with a smile, "Am I not pretty?"


    "There are so many beautiful women in this world!"


    "But there are not many people who are beautiful and have a background like mine."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "But a woman like you also means trouble!"


    "For a truly capable person, he can still handle a woman like me. Besides, I think you are." After a pause, Qiu Manyun straightened her upper body, her red lips were close to Guo Shouyun''s ear, and she exhaled: "I know You men are all lustful. And you generally feel that ''house flowers are not as fragrant as wild flowers''. In the future, you can always play your good father and good husband in the United States, and when you come to me, you will be a man of your own nature. Beautiful woman Celebrities, female college students, and female white-collar workers in the workplace, as long as you want, I can let them climb into your bed and serve you at any time."


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun''s heart inevitably beat a few times. Angels and devils live in all of us. If the husband''s responsibility is an angel, then the indulgence of desire is a devil.


    Feeling the same as his buttocks, Qiu Manyun said coquettishly, "Look, your body is much more honest!"


    Guo Shouyun took a deep breath and suppressed the restlessness in his heart, "What you said, as long as I want, I can do it anytime. Why must it be you?"


    "Remember the incense that drove you crazy last night?"


    Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank, "Everything is what it does?"


    "Yes and no!"


    "How to say?"


    "It''s just an introduction. The most important thing is that your desires already exist!" After a pause, Qiu Manyun said with a smile, "You haven''t slept with a woman for a long time, right?"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, but he didn''t answer.


    "It seems so. No wonder you had an attack so fast last night. But to be honest, with your wealth and status, it is really admirable that you are able to keep yourself clean! Moreover, this just shows that you are indeed The person people are looking for...!"


    "That''s all you want to say?" Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    "Of course it''s not just these. ... What I want to tell you is that the incense last night was called snake saliva incense, which was a tribute from the Song Dynasty court. Its biggest function was not to induce people''s ***, but to promote the emperor to give birth to offspring. In addition, I think you must have learned in the physiological hygiene class that female **** will increase the probability of pregnancy. Moreover, Ji Hong and Ji Zheng are identical twins, and their risk period is the same. Finally, you Now 23 years old, both of them are 21 years old, it is the peak period of physical function, and it is also the peak period of the secretion of various hormones in the body."


    "Under such circumstances, normal people will get pregnant after a night''s sleep, let alone you?" Seeing Guo Shouyun''s changing face, Qiu Manyun smiled lightly, "Sister can''t do it, there''s still younger sister. Besides, I''m watching very much from the side. Clear. You''ve had at least four **** within an hour and a half of burning the snake incense in the room. Seriously, you''re so strong the next morning to see you so majestic."


    Leaning down with his left hand, he grabbed Guo Shouyun''s lower body, Qiu Manyun smiled charmingly, and his delicate pink tongue lightly licked his earlobe, "It will definitely need a lot of women in the future!"


    "You **** fairy!"


    Guo Shouyun rolled over and overwhelmed Qiu Manyun on the sofa, "Believe it or not, I''ll eat you now!?"


    "Of course I do. But do you know what I hate the most?... Those cowards who have no ability to conquer women, but always think of ''the overlord''s bow''!"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, looking at the contempt in Qiu Manyun''s eyes, he turned over and sat up after a cold snort.


    "Even if they are pregnant, can I take them away?"


    "Take it away? Back to America? Your fianc��e named Wendy Roosevelt is willing to live with them? Besides, they are my people. If you want to take people away without my consent, that''s kidnapping, which is against the law. things!"


    "So, you have already decided everything!" Guo Shouyun said silently.


    Qiu Manyun smiled sweetly, "If you want to find a high-quality investment target, of course you have to make a lot of preparations in advance."


    "Investment target? I''m really curious what you''re doing!"


    "The purpose is very simple. Not only you men have ambitions, but we women too. Although my family background is top in China, it is only the foundation. If you want to succeed, you have to work hard. In addition, the third generation of the Qiu family has nearly three I am just one of the ten people. My brothers and sisters have all taken up political resources, and I can hardly get much support. Besides, it takes too long to get a high position in politics. To the beauty of power. Plus, I don''t like the shackles of politics."


    "Apart from the political world, the business world is the one that can satisfy my desires. And I like the feeling of being rich. But I have worked hard to make money since I was a freshman. In eight years, I have owned three companies with assets of more than 1.5 billion Chinese yuan. I originally thought that I would It has been successful enough and is often praised by the elders, but when I got to know you, I realized that my grades are really insignificant compared to yours."


    "I can''t imagine how in less than four years, you have created tens of billions of dollars in wealth and mastered more than $250 billion in assets. You make more money in one day than I put together in eight years! And this speed is still growing as your asset scale climbs.�� I know, I don��t have your business talent, and I don��t have your long-term vision in finance. If everything goes according to plan, I will wait until I am in my forties and fifties. At that time, I may have tens of billions of Chinese currency assets, which will make me a successful person in the eyes of ordinary people. But these can''t bring what I want at all!"


    Looking at the enthusiasm in Qiu Manyun''s eyes, Guo Shouyun saw this naked ambition in a woman''s eyes for the first time. She''s worse than Rebecca Mark.


    "What exactly do you want? What kind of outcome counts as success for you?"


    Qiu Manyun smiled sweetly, "Unfortunately, the king and the emperor have become decorations now, otherwise Wu Zetian or Catherine II would be a good choice!"


    "You lunatic!" Guo Shouyun couldn''t help cursing after being stunned for a moment.


    "Crazy? Why do normal things that are put on your men become mad when we women? Is it wrong for women to pursue endless power and wealth?"


    Guo Shouyun admitted that this is indeed true. But for this conservative world Qiu Manyun''s idea is too shocking.


    Seeing his silence, Qiu Manyun smiled sweetly and hooked Guo Shouyun''s neck again.


    "I knew you could understand me. Actually, despite what I said just now, I didn''t ask for much. As long as you can check on me in terms of business operations, and then give me some financial support is enough."


    "You''ve been thinking about it until now, is that really all?" Guo Shouyun obviously didn''t believe it.


    Glancing at him, Qiu Manyun put his head on his shoulder, "Actually, I still want to be your spokesperson for your interests in China and even Asia!"


    "What''s the meaning?"


    "The meaning is very simple. For example: hand over your business in Huaxia to me to manage!"


    Guo Shouyun laughed angrily, "Do you think I''m like a fool who''s dazzled by beauty?"


    "Of course you''re not a fool! However, with all your wealth, you have to hand it over to your son, right?"


    "What does this have to do with you?"


    "Of course it does. In the future, we have a child, and I am the child''s mother. Of course, I have to do my best to our family''s business, do you think so, dear!"


    Guo Shouyun held up Qiu Manyun''s jaw, stared at her tightly, and said in a condensed voice, "Let''s not say that we have nothing to do now. Even if we do have a relationship in the future, or even have a child. My career will not pay off. Take care of it for you. Because I''m afraid you, the black widow, will eat me one day!"


    "Hee hee, you have no confidence in yourself? Wouldn''t it be nice to conquer me and make me a female slave under your crotch?"


    The seductive words one after another made Guo Shouyun take a deep breath.


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 Chapter 448： iron tiger iron eagle

    Chapter 448: Iron Tiger and Iron Eagle


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    "There are many beautiful women in the world, I don''t need to waste time and energy on you!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun pushed the woman in his arms away, got up and walked towards the door.


    "Hey, are you really so heartless? You just asked Ji Hong and Ji Zheng to be their virgins, and they are pregnant with your child. You just turned around and left without saying goodbye?"


    Guo Shouyun stopped in his footsteps, turned around abruptly, pinched Qiu Manyun''s neck like lightning, and said coldly, "I really want to kill you now."


    "I know you won''t!" Qiu Manyun still had a smile on his face.


    "I really don''t!" Guo Shouyun let go of his hand, "However, if you plan to use Ji Hong and Ji Zheng to threaten me, make sure they really have my child before you talk about it!"


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun took a deep look at the woman in front of him, then turned around again and walked towards the door.


    "What if everything is sure?"


    "Then I congratulate you on your success. I will spend my whole life playing with you. If you are really capable, let alone Huaxia, all my business can be handed over to you. But if you can''t, just like you As I said just now, An Xin is a tactful female slave under my crotch!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun opened the door and walked out.


    The room became quiet, and Qiu Manyun''s expression returned to calm.


    "Come out!"


    The bedroom door opened slowly, and Ji Hong and Ji Zheng, who were neatly dressed, came out one after the other.


    "Sister Manyun!"


    Ji Zheng whispered.


    Qiu Manyun nodded, "Remember what I said to you before?"


    "Remember!"


    After Ji Hong hesitated for a while, "But does this really work?"


    "Not necessarily for others. But it definitely works for him!"


    "why?"


    "The more people who lack something, the more they value something. Bruce Guo is an orphan, so he values ??family and inheritance more than ordinary people. If you really have his children, even if he won''t marry you, he should give Material and care, he will definitely not be less. He has no mother''s love since he was a child, and he knows this feeling better than anyone else, and he will definitely not let his children repeat his mistakes. So you can rest assured." After a pause, Qiu Manyun swept the flat stomachs of the two of them, "Now let''s see what the final result is?"


    "What if...!"


    "There is no contingency. With that guy''s wisdom and astuteness, there is only one chance. If this time doesn''t work, we won''t have a second chance!" Qiu Manyun interrupted Ji Hong roughly.


    The two sisters looked at each other and nodded.


    "Ji Hong, Ji Zheng, from today onwards, the past relationship will become history. From now on, we will be called sisters." Qiu Manyun took the hands of the two and said softly.


    "Sister Manyun, we are too high! If it wasn''t for you, we might have been reduced to prostitutes long ago. How could we have now." Ji Hong hurriedly said.


    Ji Zheng also nodded his head quickly.


    "What is high and not high, if you really think you should repay me, just listen to me!"


    Seeing her persistent expression, Ji Hong hesitated for a while before Ai Ai said: "Sister...Sister!"


    After a satisfied smile, "It''s your turn, Xiaozheng!"


    "elder sister!"


    "That''s right. ... Our three sisters work together, even if he, Bruce Guo, is a Kunpeng who soars for nine days, we can''t escape our love network."


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    As soon as he left the room, there was an ugly man in a black coat outside the door, which made him subconsciously slow down. At 187 centimeters, Guo Shouyun, who is always exercising, also looks very strong, but in front of this ugly man, he is almost two sizes smaller.


    "This big guy must be two meters tall!" Guo Shouyun thought.


    After looking at this burly but not bloated man with great interest, he exuded a fierce aura all over his body, and his arms were almost as thick as his own thighs. After Guo Shouyun looked left and right, he could not see Matthew.


    "Where did this guy go?"


    "Mr. Guo, your bodyguard is not here!"


    A hoarse and hoarse voice rang in his ears.


    "you know me?"


    "I don''t know, but that''s how the lady explained it!"


    "Miss? It looks like it''s Qiu Manyun!" Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun continued, "What''s your name?"


    "Tie Ying, my name is Tie Ying!"


    "It''s quite a domineering name! ... Well, take me to find my person!"


    Tie Ying nodded and strode forward. As you can see, this is another simple-minded guy.


    Follow the big guy down to a room on the fourth floor. After pushing in, Guo Shouyun saw Matthew with his arms tied, trapped in an iron chair, and his mouth blocked.


    Beside Matthew, there is another ugly guy who is 90% similar to Tie Ying, but also strong.


    "Woooo...!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun coming in, Matthew suddenly became excited.


    "Can you let me go?"


    "elder brother��?"


    Iron Eagle shouted.


    The ugly man standing beside Matthew nodded and untied the rope that bound Matthew. And Matthew, who was free, couldn''t help but punched the ugly guy next to him.


    Ugly is obviously not easy to deal with. Although he is the queen, he is extremely fast and powerful. With one punch, Matthew, who is 1.9 meters tall, is knocked back three or four steps.


    Guo Shouyun also contacted Fighting, and he could see that Matthew was not the opponent of the ugly man at all.


    "stop!"


    Matthew, who was about to pounce, shuddered and slowly stopped, turned around and said ashamed, "Boss, I''ve embarrassed you!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Go back and talk about it!"


    After he finished speaking, he looked at the unfamiliar ugly man next to him, "What''s your name?"


    "Iron Tiger!"


    "Iron Tiger, Iron Eagle. Are you brothers?"


    "Um!"


    "Looking at your number of ways just now, you should also know kung fu, can you tell me?"


    "We practice Xingyiquan!" Tie Hu said.


    "Xingyiquan!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "It seems that there are still talents around Qiu Manyun. ... Matthew, go!"


    Getting in the car and leaving the Yuelai Villa, Guo Shouyun said, "What happened last night?"


    "Boss, I''m incompetent. Just ten minutes after I came out of the room last night, I was knocked unconscious by that rude man named Tiehu. When I woke up, I was tied to the iron chair, and then I passed a few minutes. In an hour, you will come in. ... Boss, let''s transfer Hua Lei. His fighting ability is much better than mine, and he should be able to deal with the two ugly guys just now..."


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    "Compared to fighting, hot weapons are the most deadly. You have a lot of experience in this area, and Hua Lei still needs to be tempered. And, if you are not defenseless, I believe you will not be so easily knocked down." After patting Matthew on the shoulder, "However, this is also a lesson for you. When you return to the United States, you can go to the Yulin Island base to train for half a year!"


    "Yes!"


    After appeasing Matthew, Guo Shouyun turned his eyes out of the window with a hint of melancholy in his eyes.


    "I didn''t expect that I was smart enough to be toyed with by a woman. What a stumble!"


    "Matthew, go back later. If anyone asks, don''t tell me what happened tonight."


    "clear!"


    After explaining, Guo Shouyun turned on the phone, and there were several missed calls on it. Except for Wu Xiaojing and Wang Jue, it was Wang Chen and Chen Zhen who went to Yuelai Villa together last night.


    Guo Shouyun, who was so upset, didn''t bother to return. After putting on the phone, he quietly drove back to his courtyard.


    Seeing that his face was not good, Wu Xiaojing and Wang Jue wisely didn''t ask more. Guo Shouyun, who was hungry, simply asked someone to make breakfast for himself, and just after eating, Chen Zhen called in.


    "Bruce, have you left Yuelai Villa?"


    "Why do you ask?"


    "Isn''t it obvious? After we separated, you lost contact. Apart from Qiu Manyun leaving you at Yuelai Villa, there is no second possibility."


    "Since you guessed the result. And you called me twice last night. Why didn''t you expect to come to me?"


    "Uh, we also thought about it. But the tiger eagle brothers around Man Yun are too powerful. The people around us are not their opponents. Besides, the Spring Festival is too short, and we don''t have much to do with beauties. Go disturb!"


    Guo Shouyun took a breath Thinking of the conversation with Qiu Manyun this morning, he held his breath.


    "Anything else? If not, I''m going to have breakfast."


    "there is none left��!"


    "Bye-Bye!"


    Looking at Chen Zhen who put down the phone, Wang Chen next to him said anxiously, "Why didn''t you talk about the invitation?"


    "You heard his tone just now, obviously not in a good mood. Do you think he might agree to an invitation at this time?" Chen Zhen said angrily.


    "This is what I ate at Qiu Manyun''s place last night!" Liu Zhiqi touched his chin with great interest.


    "Shouldn''t you be happy about seduction? Besides, Qiu Manyun is charming and charming, but she is a rare beauty! Coupled with the pair of sisters with different styles, even a man will not refuse." Wang Chen said.


    "Obviously, something unexpected happened in the middle." Li Chengjun said thoughtfully.


    "It''s a pity that we don''t have anyone by her side, otherwise, we can really find out one or two!" Liu Zhiqi said.


    Everyone nodded in unison.


    "If the invitation fails, what should I do now?" Wang Chen asked.


    "For the time being, we can only wait. Fortunately, Guo Shouyun will stay in Huaxia for at least a week. When he calms down, it will not be too late for us to make an invitation." Li Chengjun said.


    "That''s all it can do now!"


    To be a successful person, the ability to control your emotions is the most basic. After a morning of counseling, Guo Shouyun''s mood calmed down in the afternoon.


    In addition, the main purpose of his visit to the capital this time is not to make friends or gather contacts. its own business.


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    Chapter 449 Site Selection


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    "Have you met the state government?"


    "I saw it!"


    Guo Shouyun put down the brush in his hand and turned around, "What did they say?"


    "Three tax exemptions and two half discounts, and 20% off the land price! In addition, they also promised to provide us with the work of ''three connections and one leveling'' at half price."


    "Where is the land?"


    "Tong~zhou Liyuan Town, mainly this one!"


    Qin Hong, who was in charge of the negotiation, post-construction, and future management of Universal Studios Beijing, took out the map he had prepared for a long time. A red line is used on it to enclose a piece of land near the Fifth Ring Road, the subway line 8 and the Jingha Expressway.


    ��The location is great!��


    To the east is the Fifth Ring Road, to the south is the Jingha Expressway, to the north is close to Metro Line 8, and it is not far from Metro Line 7, so the traffic is very convenient.


    "Boss, do you want to take the opportunity to publicize it?"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him, "Do you want to compete?"


    "Now the investment projects of our Universal Studios are the focus of competition among several districts around the capital. If we release the conditions of Tongzhou, then Daxing, Shunyi, Fengtai and other districts may give Offer more favorable conditions. In this way, our basic investment will be much smaller, and we will be able to make profits earlier!" Qin Hong nodded and said.


    "Your judgment is indeed correct. However, I am more concerned about the construction start time than reducing the investment cost. If the land approval can be completed one day earlier, I don''t mind spending a little more money. The project site area of ??Beijing Universal Studios is 530 square meters. Hectares. For such a large plot, it will cost a lot of public relations and time to take it down through the normal process. Compared with several peripheral districts and cities in the capital, only Tongzhou is most likely to let us get the land earlier. �� You should understand what I meant!"


    "Yes!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, he looked out the window and began to enter the back garden of spring. Ever since he learned about the Li Chengjun family''s connections within China, especially the Ministry of Land and Resources, he set the location of Universal Studios in Tongzhou. Because it allows him to get the land in the shortest time.


    Guo Shouyun has always felt very lucky to be able to get the land in the magic capital within a year. But changing to the capital may not be the case. If, once there is that central high-level executive, he thinks that the effect of Universal Studios in Magic City should be seen first, and if the approval is postponed, then Universal Studios in Beijing may not have results in five to ten years, which is unacceptable to Guo Shouyun. There are too many variables in the middle, and the cost of input will increase exponentially.


    After sending Qin Hong away, Guo Shouyun''s phone on the table rang.


    "Hey?"


    "Boss, I''m Wang Pengju. The negotiation with Jiaduobao Group has come to an end!"


    "Oh? Chen Hongdao agreed?"


    "Yes! But he offered a relatively high price, and he also wanted the shares of Jianlibao Group!"


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, "Tell me specifically?"


    "300 million Hong Kong dollars plus a 5.4% stake in Jianlibao Group, Jiaduobao Group sold us the formula and trademark of Red Can Wanglaoji, as well as three bottling plants in Hong Kong and mainland China!"


    "The price is indeed too high, especially the shares, press it again!"


    Although Jiaduobao Group bears the name of the group, its products are only Wanglaoji. All assets add up to no more than 500 million Hong Kong dollars. But the value of 300 million Hong Kong dollars plus the 5.4% stake in Jianlibao Group is close to 1 billion Hong Kong dollars. This has already been suspected of ''the lion''s mouth''.


    "Understood! But the bottom line we can accept is...?"


    "You can accept a 30% premium or give up!"


    The main market for herbal tea is in the Mainland, with limited markets in Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan. For this small part of the market, Guo Shouyun is not willing to pay too much price.


    "...Also, I''ll give you another week. If the matter isn''t settled after a week, there''s no need to talk about it."


    "Yes!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun thought about it, found Adam Ferguson''s number and dialed it.


    "boss!"


    "Who is the president of Warner Music Greater China?"


    "Chen Zebin!"


    "Give him my phone number and ask him to come to see me in the Huaxia capital after he is done with his work."


    "Yes!"


    "Is it okay over there in America?"


    "It went well. The Adele Adkins and Taylor Swift you recommended are very talented. We are going to let them participate in the "Voice of America" ??produced by the group this year. After accumulating a certain amount of popularity, they will release new songs. !"


    "I''ve been so busy lately that I haven''t had time to ask. How''s The Voice of America going?"


    "Preliminary selection work is currently underway, and the official recording will be held in early June, just in time for the summer vacation. For the music talent show whose main target audience is young people aged 18-30, the broadcast during this time will affect the ratings. is the most appropriate.��


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "If you find excellent music seeds, remember to sign them early. I don''t want to make wedding dresses for Universal and EMI."


    "clear!"


    After explaining a few more words, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    Not long after, Wang Jue pushed open the door and walked in.


    "Boss, Mr. Jonathan is here."


    "Got it Let him wait, I''ll change my clothes and go down immediately!"


    "Yes!"


    After Wang Jue left, Guo Shouyun returned to the room and changed into a suit. Looking at himself in the mirror, he let out a long sigh. Today is a special day for him, because he will step into the power center of China for the first time in the two decades combined. This is of special significance to him who is still a Chinese in his bones.


    Seeing that he had nothing to lose, Guo Shouyun pushed open the door and walked out. When he came to the living room, Jonathan, who was also wearing a suit, quickly greeted him.


    "boss!"


    "It''s getting late, let''s go!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    Jonathan Ware nodded and followed behind him.


    After the group got into the car, Guo Shouyun asked, "How was your contact with each other before?"


    "It''s going well. But they haven''t let go of the right to import natural gas for their own use!"


    "Understandable things. According to the habits of Chinese people, even if they agree, they will deliberately delay for a while."


    "why?"


    "It''s called ''giving charcoal in the snow''. The translation means that the harder it is to get, the more cherished it is."


    Jonathan is stunned!


    "So they actually agreed?"


    "It depends on the situation we met today!" After a pause, "By the way, Unocal''s merger and acquisition has now entered the approval stage. If nothing else happens, the results will be available this month. Therefore, in addition to our Huaxia business, you should also be distracted by the business of Enron Pacific Group."


    "Congratulations on your business expansion!" Jonathan nodded.


    "The responsibility is even heavier!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled indifferently and said.


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    Chapter 450 Power Center


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    "Boss, here we are!"


    In fact, without Matthew''s reminder, Guo Shouyun has also seen the familiar two-story vermilion attic that could only be seen on TV screens and the Internet.


    "Matthew, stay outside for a while."


    In order to ensure Guo Shouyun''s safety, the bodyguard team, including Matthew, carried pistols with them. Although this is the time of entry, the official application of Huaxia has been passed. But when it comes to the center of national power, it is not necessary. There is no safer place in the world than here.


    "Let''s go!"


    Greeting Jonathan Weir, the two walked towards the door. Seeing them coming, the receptionist who had been waiting in advance came up immediately.


    "Mr. Guo, Mr. Weir, I''m Han Ziyang, secretary of the General Office of the Government Affairs Council. I''m in charge of your reception."


    "Thank you!" After shaking hands briefly, "Can we go in now?"


    "Of course, please come with me!"


    Under his leadership, the two submitted their identity certificates. After passing the security check, Guo Shouyun entered this extremely mysterious complex to the outside world.


    On closer inspection, it is actually not much different from the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. But the special status gives it a bizarre appeal.


    Under the leadership of Han Ziyang, they came all the way to Ziguang Pavilion. This is a common place for state leaders to meet foreign guests. Different from the Ziguang Pavilion in the Great Hall of the People, it is the place where the state leaders entertain young heroes, which means that the purple energy is coming from the east, and the Xiaguang Chaoyuan.


    "You two, please sit down!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and sat down on the seat next to him. He knows that the country is now at a time of transition, and things are busy. The time and itinerary of the senior leaders are fully arranged, and of course he has to wait when he arrives early.


    But time was precious, and Guo Shouyun didn''t sit still.


    "Secretary Han, can I call?"


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took out his mobile phone and dialed Ma Huateng.


    "Old Ma, have the investment goals in media been determined?"


    "It''s been confirmed."


    Ma Huateng''s character is always calm and wise, and it is definitely a completely different type from Ma Yun''s open-mouthed "what''s the future" model, and Liu Qiangdong''s will to call him "brothers".


    "Who?"


    "Tangren Film and Television, we have now acquired 90% of her shares."


    "I didn''t expect you to start quickly?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "I don''t dare to delay the things you value for too long!"


    "how much did you spend?"


    "85 million! 20 million own funds, and the rest are asset-backed bonds issued with the help of Hanhua Securities according to your instructions. It''s just not very popular in the market."


    "Don''t worry. It''s gold that always shines. Oh, right. You asked Lao Zeng and Cai Yinong to come to the capital. I have something to tell them."


    "Okay, what time?"


    "Tomorrow and the day after tomorrow!"


    "I''ll call them later."


    After answering, "Have you talked to Lianzhong about the game business?"


    "We talked about it, but Haihong, the controlling party of Lianzhong World, refused!"


    This result was expected by Guo Shouyun. After five years of development, Lianzhong is now the largest casual game platform in the world, with more than 80 million registered users, more than 1 million members, and more than 400,000 online users. With servers in China, the United States, Japan and South Korea, its dominance in the casual game market in China looks almost unshakable.


    Moreover, Lianzhong contributed 70% of the net profit of Haihong Holdings in 2002 of 93.88 million. Even if it was Guo Shouyun, he would not sell the golden chicken that laid the eggs.


    "What are you going to do?"


    "Mark (Ren Yuxin''s English name, like Alibaba''s martial arts culture, Tencent also has a corporate culture with an English name) has been leading the technology department to develop Tencent''s game hall and chess and card games, which will be launched soon."


    Guo Shouyun understood. This is really Ma Huateng''s style. Before he experienced the 3Q war, he would never platform Tencent.


    "When Tencent''s game platform is ready, I will give you a gift!"


    "Gift?"


    "That''s right! The legendary studio of Matrix has developed two casual games "Audition" and "Bubble Hall", which are very suitable for Tencent''s game development strategy, and their Huaxia agency rights can be handed over to Tencent."


    Since Guo Shouyun established Matrix Games, it has been deployed in South Korea and China. In South Korea, in addition to continuing to develop the follow-up version of ��Legend�� after the acquisition of the Legendary team, Legend Studio has also expanded its scale to develop several games that impressed Guo Shouyun, ��Dungeon and Warriors��, ��Audience�� and ��Bubble Hall��.


    Huaxia''s Westward Journey Studio is the "World" series, "Westward Journey", "Fantasy Westward Journey" and "Running Kart".


    After more than two years, these games have basically come to the market. In addition to the online games left to NetEase, the casual game Guo Shouyun plans to give to Tencent. Tencent users are younger, and they are more suitable for games such as ��Running Kart��, ��Audio Dance Troupe�� and ��Bubble Hall��.


    "Thank you, this is the best news I''ve heard this month!" Ma Huateng said happily.


    He has been following this news since he decided to enter the casual game market. "Audience" and "Bubble Hall" have a good response in the Korean and Japanese markets, and many Chinese game companies want to get their agency rights. If this opportunity is given to Tencent, then the company''s footsteps in entering the game market will be stable.


    "It''s not easy to hear you say thank you!" After teasing, his expression calmed down, "I''ll go back to the United States in a while. I''m very relieved that Tencent will run it from you, remember what we discussed before. thing."


    "Virtual community, cloud computing and pan-entertainment strategy." Ma Huateng said.


    "That''s right! These three aspects will be Tencent''s core business for the next 20 years. We must lay a solid foundation from now on!"


    "Boss, someone is coming!" Jonathan Weir reminded next to him.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun also heard footsteps from far to near.


    "Okay, let''s talk for now."


    After hanging up, he stood up with Jonathan Ware. Not long after, a familiar face came in from outside the door.


    "What is he?"


    Guo Shouyun was a little surprised, but he was not slow. After taking two steps forward, he took the initiative to stretch out his right hand towards the opponent.


    "Mr. Wen, I didn''t expect to see you, it''s an honor!"


    Originally, Guo Shouyun was meeting with the director of the Development Committee, but what he didn''t expect was the second person who was about to take office and will be in charge of the Huaxia State Council for ten years in the future. I thought that the other party who was about to change the term should be very busy now and have no time to meet foreign guests.


    "Mr. Guo is of Chinese descent, and he is also a world-renowned entrepreneur. His achievements in the fields of finance and the Internet are admirable. Now we are also actively developing business in China. In this regard, I am very willing to communicate with Mr. Guo and gain some experience. share!"


    "You have won the prize! I am also from China. Any questions I know and can answer, I must know everything and say everything!"


    Mr. Wen smiled and nodded, "I have always heard that Mr. Guo''s Mandarin is very standard, but now it seems that the rumors are true!"


    "Thanks to my adoptive father. He has taught me the traditional culture of China since I was a child, and told me not to forget my roots. So, I am familiar with everything about China!"


    "Don''t forget your roots! Only by remembering where your roots are can you stand up straight and go far. I hope you can go back to Huaxia more often in the future."


    "must!"


    With that said, the two of them sat down separately. The people around them also took their seats.


    "Mr. Guo, I heard from Comrade Zhang Ping earlier that you want to apply for the right to import natural gas for self-use for all natural gas power plants invested by Enron Pacific Group in Huaxia?"


    Guo Shouyun was a little surprised by the directness of No. 2, but Guo Shouyun, who had already made a draft, was not flustered.


    "Yes!"


    "The energy market in China is the most important market for Enron Pacific Group. In the future plan, we plan to invest 1 billion to 2 billion US dollars here every year, and make Enron Pacific Group''s power plant in Huaxia before 10 years. The total installed capacity exceeds 25,000 MW! Natural gas power plants account for 80% of them. The remaining 20% ??are new energy sources such as hydropower, wind power, and solar energy. Based on this calculation the power generation of the entire Enron Pacific in China The plant needs to consume 2.5-3.2 billion cubic meters of natural gas every year.��


    "Although from the current point of view, Huaxia''s output of 32.7 billion cubic meters in 2002 and the consumption of 29.2 billion cubic meters is sufficient. However, China''s economic development is too fast, and the demand for energy is also growing rapidly. Now it is rich Like oil, the natural gas will also need to be imported in large quantities. This change in the energy structure and the search for gas sources will take time, and there is a high probability that there will be a short-term natural gas shortage in the middle Huaxia energy market. "


    ��Therefore, in order to avoid the stability of critical power plants in this situation, we need a stable gas source. And Enron Pacific Group itself owns and produces natural gas. Therefore, our group itself can provide a stable natural gas supply to ensure all Huaxia natural gas power plants. The stable power generation will support the energy demand of China''s rapid economic development."


    "To sum up, it is the key element for us to obtain the right to import natural gas for our own use!"


    No. 2 pondered for a moment, then nodded.


    "Mr. Guo said that the natural gas demand of 2.5-3.2 billion should be the demand after the completion of the 25,000-megawatt power plant, not the current demand, right?"


    "Yes! But now we are cooperating with the Hong Kong Electric Group to make rapid investment in the power market in mainland China. At present, there are 7 expansion projects and 13 new projects. It is expected to complete the contract for 6,700 MW of installed capacity this year. In the next year, This number will double. Therefore, we need to ensure the stability of natural gas supply to all power plants in advance. ... Mr. Wen, you should understand that energy stability is the foundation of a country''s economic development. The same principle applies to enterprises!"


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    Chapter four hundred and fifty one speak freely


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    "In addition, China''s reform and opening up is a great move. It has allowed China to develop steadily for 20 years, and it will continue to develop in the future. But as China''s economic scale becomes larger and larger, it is inevitable that you will The relatively closed business environment of China will be the object of criticism from most countries, especially capitalist countries. If China wants to become the same world economic center as the United States , then there must be some reform of your business environment, laws and openness."


    "Of course. The reform is not to abandon China''s existing business system, but to adopt an economic development strategy in which state capital dominates, and private capital and foreign capital are supplemented in the fields of energy, finance, heavy industry, aerospace, etc. From the perspective of innovation, an active market is a hotbed for the birth of new technologies. Closure cannot create a benign business environment.��


    Mr. Wen thought for a moment, nodded and said with a smile, "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to think so deeply at the national level!"


    "You have won the prize. However, after a company has developed to a certain level, if you want to go further, it is no longer a simple institutional or technical issue. It is a comprehensive judgment of global politics, economy and culture. It''s just that I am still young, in this regard The accumulation is still very insufficient.��


    "Humility is a very good quality! ... Regarding the issue of the right to import natural gas for your own use, we will discuss it before and inform you of the result!"


    "Thank you!"


    After one look at him, Mr. Wen changed the subject.


    "I have seen Mr. Guo''s speech at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. I am very interested in many concepts mentioned in it, such as cloud computing, big data, and artificial intelligence. Here are a few questions I would like to ask Mr. Guo?"


    "Would you please say?"


    "Is the Internet, as you say, capable of having a disruptive impact on a country''s economy?"


    "Yes! Let me tell you a simple example. Netease Mall, which is one of the largest b2c e-commerce companies in China. Currently, it is mainly engaged in several major fields such as home appliances, books and audio-visual products, daily necessities, and clothing. The logistics construction of NetEase is also expanding rapidly. NetEase''s business model is very simple. It directly takes goods in large quantities from manufacturers, and through economies of scale, it ensures that the purchase price can reach the lowest level. Then, through its distribution system, it is directly delivered to consumers. In this whole process, we can see such a process: manufacturers - NetEase - consumers!"


    "There are no middlemen in this transaction process. This ensures that consumers can buy what they want at a price far lower than the current market price. If the ex-factory price of a TV is 2ooo, then the consumer buys The price is 22oo, or less.��


    "Now let''s look at the traditional business model. Manufacturers - first-level agents - second-level agents - third-level agents, and even the fourth level or even more agents before reaching consumers. Agents The more tiers of merchants, the higher the price of goods reaching consumers. Especially the bottom-level agents, their commodity turnover is very slow. Take TV as an example, ten TVs may be their sales volume in half a year. The cost of rent, labor cost, time cost, and its own profit. The same TV with an ex-factory price of 2ooo may have doubled in price when it reaches consumers.��


    "Consumers are not fools. No one is willing to spend more when they buy goods of the same quality at a lower price. Therefore, except for large items such as airplanes, automobiles, engineering vehicles, etc., more than 90% of the goods will be sold at the same price. The Internet is the main sales channel. Middlemen, agents, distributors, etc., will basically disappear. This process is irreversible, and it is also a complete subversion of the business model.��


    Looking at the contemplative Mr. Wen, Guo Shouyun thought about it and decided to add some more dry goods, so that the country could be prepared as soon as possible in this regard.


    "When the transaction of commodities begins to be separated from reality and is completed on the Internet, then the payment closely related to the transaction of commodities will also be put into the Internet. As a result, there will be less and less demand for paper money. If the mobile terminal can To achieve the function of a computer, then a cashless society will become the near future.��


    "In addition, we can also see that the payment will generate a balance. Although it is not too much, even if it is a dollar, when its number of people is multiplied by tens of millions, or even hundreds of millions, it is a huge amount of money. Such a huge amount of money deposited in the account will not remain indifferent. The best way is to concentrate the money for investment. For example, money funds and bonds with higher security."


    "Financial investment is a highly specialized thing. Therefore, third-party payment institutions will enter the financial market through acquisitions or cooperation. Once the two sides merge, it will have a huge impact on banks. Because now the income of Huaxia Money Fund is higher than that of current funds. Deposits are much higher. Third-party financial institutions have a constant siphon effect on bank deposits.��


    ��When transactions and investments are transferred to third-party financial institutions, banks with fewer businesses will have to choose to downsize, lay off staff, embrace the network, etc. Once they choose to do so, it means that the entire financial sector in China has begun to become networked. ."


    "Commodity trading and finance are the foundation of a country. If both of these two aspects start to embrace the Internet,


    , the entire country''s economy is also inseparable from the Internet, which is the most profound transformation of the Internet for a country. "


    "In addition, this kind of change also needs the support of technology. There are two kinds of technology, one is software technology and the other is hardware technology. The software aspect is the cloud computing, big data and artificial intelligence you just mentioned. Hardware One aspect is the continuous iteration of chips, flash memory, memory, and hard disks. Although it seems a little far away, under the guidance of demand, technological progress will come faster than people can imagine.��


    "Finally, what I want to say is. In the Internet field, the whole world is on the same starting line. If China does not want to fall behind, it should provide support for China''s Internet companies in terms of funds, laws, talents, etc."


    This meeting, which was supposed to end within half an hour, continued until noon. The secretary of No. 2 in the middle came up to remind him several times, but he was all rejected.


    We all had lunch together at noon. Although it is the center of national power, the food is not luxurious. It''s just that the chef''s level is higher, and the ordinary dishes are more delicious.


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for your kind words, I have gained a lot!"


    "You''re welcome. Although I am an American now, my roots are in China. I also hope that China can develop better."


    Mr. Wen smiled and nodded. After thinking about it, he took out a pen in his pocket. Seeing the color, it has been used for a long time, and the black protective paint has traces of wear.


    "This pen is from 1985. Mr. Deng gave it to me when I first came to work in the central government. Now I am giving it to you. I hope you can remember your motherland in the future and come back often!"


    "No, it''s too precious. I can''t have it!" Guo Shouyun quickly refused.


    "The elders don''t dare to quit! Take it!"


    The firmness in his tone made Guo Shouyun hesitate, and finally took it with both hands. After taking a deep breath, he said with a firm expression: "Don''t worry, I will definitely remember the country in the future and come back often!"


    "Hehe, that''s good. By the way, this is my personal phone number, you can call me if you have anything!"


    This time Guo Shouyun didn''t refuse any more, he took it over solemnly and put it away.


    "Then I''ll say goodbye!"


    Mr. Wen nodded, "I still have something to do, let Comrade Ziyang send you!"


    After answering, "You take care!"


    After taking a last look at Mr. Wen, Guo Shouyun took Jonathan Weir out of the Zhongnan~hai under the leadership of Han Ziyang!


    "Mr. Guo, it seems that President ~ Li really values ??you. He actually gave you his most precious pen!"


    "I didn''t expect it either!" Guo Shouyun sighed a little while touching the pen in his pocket.


    "I hope you will treat it well. Also, it''s a pleasure to meet you today. Your previous remarks have also inspired me."


    Holding the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out After a brief shake, "Thank you! It''s also a pleasure to meet you."


    "goodbye!"


    "goodbye!"


    Getting in the car and looking back at the vermilion gate, Guo Shouyun turned around and let out a long sigh of relief after it disappeared.


    "Boss, do you think our request can be approved?"


    Jonathan Weir''s Chinese level is not very high. The conversation between Guo Shouyun and Mr. Wen was fast before, so he could not understand half of it. Therefore, he is most concerned about the current Anping Group, the future Pacific Energy''s business in Huaxia, the issue of the right to import natural gas for self-use.


    "I don''t know either. But judging from the situation of this meeting, the probability of approval will be higher. ... By the way, where is Li Zeju now?"


    "Changan. HK Electric is negotiating a 5oo megawatt power plant there."


    "You give him a call after you go back. Now is the time for his Li family to play a role!"


    "clear!"


    At this time, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone rang suddenly, and it was Wendy who saw that the call was coming.


    "Why are you calling me at this time, it''s already night in San Francisco...!"


    Before he could finish speaking, he was interrupted by the anxious Wendy.


    "Bruce, come back soon. The World Health Organization has issued a global warning against the SARS outbreak in China, and it is very dangerous there now!"


    Guo Shouyun patted his forehead. Apart from Qiu Manyun''s troubles and his busy work, he almost forgot about SARS.


    "Wendy, don''t worry. I live in a villa, I don''t go to a crowded place, it''s fine. And the weather in northern China is cold now, which will inhibit the spread of the disease..."


    After he said a lot of ''blah blah blah'', he finally calmed Wendy down.


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    Chapter 452: Digging the bottom of the property market


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    Thinking of SARS, Guo Shouyun remembered another thing! After separating from Jonathan Weir, he picked up the phone and called Yu Fei after returning home.


    "Boss, I guessed that you would call me?" Yu Fei''s tone was always so condescending.


    "I know, don''t tell me soon!"


    ��Hong Kong��s housing prices have collapsed. The six-year economic downturn after the 1997 crisis was completely crushed by the outbreak of SARS. Today, the Hong Kong property market has fallen by 70% from its peak. Real estate development companies such as Cheung Kong, Wharf, and New World have also seen their share prices. It has fallen sharply. The stock price of our short-selling Huaren Properties has fallen by 47%. If we close our position now, we can make a net profit of 1.38 billion Hong Kong dollars!" After responding, Yu Fei said quickly.


    "Aren''t Hong Kong real estate developers already panicking?"


    "Of course. It''s only halfway through March, and three suicides have occurred here because they couldn''t pay their mortgages. The transactions of new houses, second-hand houses, commercial houses, and commercial houses are almost zero. The news media is chanting Hong Kong every day. The property market. As soon as I hit the streets, the flow of people has dropped by half, and I feel that the whole city has lost hope!��


    "So the opportunity has come?"


    "Are you going to copy the bottom?"


    "Why don''t you ask! ... Now close the position immediately, and use the money you earn to make margin financing and securities lending to long the stocks of Hong Kong real estate companies!"


    "Understood! But, is it appropriate to enter the market now? What if it falls...?"


    "The Hong Kong real estate market has experienced a low ebb for six years. The outbreak of SARS is the last bottom. This is our best chance to buy the bottom."


    "Yes! ... I''ll arrange it right away!"


    "Did Gold and Oil Change?"


    "The latest price of international gold is $278.47 per ounce, and the latest price of international oil is $40.12 per barrel. Compared with last week, gold fell slightly by 18 basis points, and oil rose by 153 basis points!"


    "Oil has more momentum than gold!"


    "Compared to when we initially invested, oil has risen by 25.9%, and gold has risen by 17.3%! In comparison, oil has indeed risen more. However, the capital market is changing rapidly, especially now that the second US-Iraq war is imminent. If there is an outbreak, black swan events such as the expansion of the SARS epidemic in China will have a significant impact on the global capital market!"


    "Do you think you should adjust your investment strategy?"


    "The long-term bulls are still unchanged, but the leverage ratio should be appropriately reduced! 5 times is relatively suitable!"


    "If you think you should be cautious now, then do it! I only ask long-term longs to fill up, and you control the rest!"


    "Yes!"


    "Any thing else?"


    "Gone!"


    After saying "goodbye", Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. Remember that he called Tang Wenfang again.


    "boss!"


    "where are you now?"


    "Magic City!"


    "Have all the good properties in the capital been bought? Why did you go to the magic capital?"


    "The business and operation model in the capital has matured, and the rest will be left to the rest. I will personally inspect the magic capital!"


    "What was the result?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "If you can give me two billion, I can use it all in a week!"


    "Okay, no problem!"


    "Boss, what I said is not a joke!"


    "I''m not kidding either!"


    Feeling Tang Wenfang''s surprise, he continued, "You know about Hong Kong, right?"


    "Know! ... Are you planning to buy the bottom?"


    "That''s right. The Hong Kong property market, which was once as high as 20,000 Hong Kong dollars per square meter, has now fallen to less than 8,000, and Tseung Kwan O and Tsing Yi have even fallen by 3,000 Hong Kong dollars. How could I not see such a good opportunity. Besides, you are not in Hong Kong After working for many years, are you most familiar with the property market there, and now the opportunity is here!"


    After confirming that the big boss was not joking, Tang Wenfang immediately burst out with strong enthusiasm. Women have a natural pleasure in shopping, or in other words, scavenging. What''s more, it is not an ordinary thing, but a set of houses worth hundreds of thousands or even millions of Hong Kong dollars.


    "I''ll pack up immediately and take someone to Hong Kong!"


    "Well! ... I will call you the funds you need. You only need to buy properties for sale in Hong Kong, especially in Central, Sheung Wan, Causeway Bay, Admiralty and other core areas of Hong Kong."


    "Office buildings, shops, warehouses, residences, are all types of properties acceptable?"


    "It will be all right!"


    "How much money can I use? The two billion you just said?"


    "Two billion is just a concept, you can use as much as I give you!"


    "Understood!" Tang Wenfang said excitedly.


    "That''s all I have to say, go get ready!"


    Then he called Xing Zhiping of Hanhua Trust and asked him to mortgage all the assets of the company that could be mortgaged.


    "The remaining shares of Hanhua Holdings, plus the shares of Master Kong, Jianlibao, and Gree, can raise at least US$4 billion! With this money, it is enough for the rapid expansion of Global Properties in Hong Kong."


    After this loan, his assets in Huaxia were basically all in debt. Although it cannot be said that the use of capital has reached its limit. But at least to the edge of the safety line. In a short period of time, there will be no more large-scale capital output. Still, it''s all worth it. In the future, the trend of the Hong Kong property market will be more than 20 times in the next ten years.


    After calculating this account, Guo Shouyun had to sigh that Huaxia''s real estate is indeed a wealth-making industry that is stronger than the Internet. If it wasn''t for his confidence that he could get a higher rate of return on gold and oil, he would all want to withdraw all his investments in the capital market and invest in the Huaxia real estate market.


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    "Boss, here they come!"


    In fact, without Wang Jue''s reminder, Guo Shouyun also noticed Zeng Liqing and Cai Yinong who walked in!


    After taking the initiative to meet him, Guo Shouyun opened his arms towards Zeng Liqing, "Old Zeng, we meet again!"


    "Yeah, I didn''t expect it to be so fast."


    After a few greetings, after a simple hug Guo Shouyun looked at the woman in the purple coat beside him. She is very beautiful when she is in her prime, with a smile on her face that gives a sense of intimacy.


    "Miss Cai, nice to meet you!"


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. It''s my honor to meet you!" Cai Yinong was a little cautious. It''s no wonder that compared with the matrix in front of her, the Tangren in charge of her is unreasonable.


    "Please sit down. ... I have brought you here today, and I have a few things to discuss with you." After a pause, after organizing the language, "Old Zeng, as a senior executive of Tencent, you know the company''s future strategy, and pan-entertainment is our responsibility. The pillar industry of the company. The acquisition of Tangren Film and Television is one of the layouts based on this strategy. However, the business of Tangren Film and Television mainly focuses on the production of costume TV dramas and artist brokerage, which is not enough for Tencent. Therefore, I will be based on Tangren Film and Television. A spin-off, and a certain degree of expansion.��


    "First of all, divest the artist brokerage business of Tangren Film and Television, and set up a Tangren Artists Economic Company. The company is mainly engaged in artist brokerage, and also has film and television investment, but does not involve film and television production. Miss Cai, you are the president of the company. Secondly, in the Tangren film and television production department On this basis, Penguin Film and Television was established, which mainly produces TV dramas and entertainment programs. Lao Zeng, until Penguin Film and Television can find a suitable CEO, you will be in charge for the time being. Finally, to set up Tencent Cinema Company, I have already let Lao Ma be the candidate for the president. to consider."


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 Chapter 453： super girl

    Chapter 453 Super Girl Voice


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    According to Guo Shouyun''s past behavior, he actually doesn''t want an artist agency. But the experience of later generations shows that Cai Yinong is not a successful person in the management of film and television companies. The Tang Dynasty, who was once popular because of "Xianjian", has almost disappeared ten years later.


    Film and television are the future pillars of Tencent''s pan-entertainment strategy, and it is impossible for Guo Shouyun to entrust such an important business to her. But if you just acquired Tang Ren, it would be inappropriate to fire Cai Yinong without a legitimate reason. Simply separate out the artist brokerage business and hand it over to her. Fortunately, Cai Yinong has good experience in brokers. Hu ~ Ge, Liu Shi ~ Shi, Gu Li ~ Nazha, Lin ~ Gengxin, Jiang ~ Jinfu, are also first-line and quasi-first-line in the Huaxia entertainment circle in later generations!


    Zeng Liqing didn''t care what Guo Shouyun said. He is only temporarily in charge of the film and television business, which will not change his position in Tencent. But Cai Yinong was different. Most of the power in her hands was directly deprived.


    "Boss, why do you want to separate artist brokers separately? At present, domestic film and television companies are all developing comprehensively?"


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun said indifferently: "The reason is very simple. First, a hodgepodge of companies may be good in the early stage, but in the later stage, it is easy to become rigid in the system due to bloated, slow decision-making, and missed development opportunities. Second, in the future, Penguin Films and Television Every TV series or variety show produced by the company is an absolute boutique, including its participants. We don��t want to destroy the quality of film and television programs simply because we take care of our own actors. Finally, the artist brokerage business developed independently is more promising. "


    "In the future, Tangren''s artist brokerage business does not need to be limited to Tencent. You can earn income by investing in movies or TV dramas that are suitable for your company''s actors'' play style. In addition, if the matrix uses oriental faces, Tangren will be given priority! "


    The last sentence made Cai Yinong''s eyes light up quickly. The Matrix Group is a global media giant that can keep pace with News Corporation, Time Warner, etc. Its Universal Pictures, Matrix Pictures, Warner Music, Pixar and other brands are top three in their respective fields.


    If Tang Ren''s actors can cooperate with Matrix, even if it is only a supporting role, it will be the same as ''A Bing'', with the title of an internationally renowned actor, the popularity will soar, and then the endorsement fee and appearance fee will be doubled, earning huge profits for the company. profit. Moreover, being backed by a large group is much more attractive to high-quality actors than it is now to fight alone.


    Thinking of this, Cai Yinong''s dissatisfaction quickly disappeared, replaced by a faint happiness.


    After appeasing Cai Yinong, Guo Shouyun looked at the time.


    "In addition to you, there are two other people who will participate in today''s discussion."


    "Who else is there?" Zeng Liqing asked curiously.


    Guo Shouyun was about to speak when Wang Jue came over.


    "Boss, they''re here!"


    "It''s coming very quickly, let them in!"


    After answering, Wang Jue turned and left. Not long after, a man and a woman walked in behind him.


    "boss!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I''d like to introduce to you, this is Zeng Liqing, chief operating officer of Tencent and president of Penguin Film and Television; this is Cai Yinong, president of Tang Dynasty Artists Economic Company. These two are Chen Zebin, president of Warner Music Greater China, and Jianlibao Group. President Wu Lixuan."


    After a few people greeted each other separately, everyone sat down together.


    "To call you here today, in addition to the questions I told Lao Zeng and Miss Cai before, the main reason is to make a variety show."


    Guo Shouyun raised his hand, and Wu Xiaojing next to him hurriedly sent the previously prepared materials to Zeng Liqing and the four. After receiving it, the four black italic characters of "Super Girl" came into view.


    After they watched each, Guo Shouyun said: "This is a music talent variety show featuring young female singers. Penguin Films is the producer, the brokerage is from Warner Records, and the film and television brokerage is from Tangren and Jianlibao. ''Wanglaoji Herbal Tea'' is the chief title seller!"


    In 2004, there was no other popular entertainment program except "Super Girl". Guo Shouyun still remembers the days when he and his brothers in the dormitory went to the small restaurant behind the school to watch "Super Girl". Although from the current point of view, An You~Qi and Zhang Han~Yun are all dressed in dirt, but they looked really beautiful at the time.


    At the beginning, when he first came to Huaxia, there was no "Super Girl" in the business menu, but as Tencent stepped into the film and television industry, Jianlibao Group won the Wanglaoji brand, which changed from a simple investment project to him second only to Han in China. The fourth largest business unit of Hua Group, Tencent and NetEase. The idea of ??creating Supergirl gradually became clear in his mind.


    Moreover, "Super Girl" is indeed very suitable for Guo Shouyun to do. Warner Music has a huge advantage here.


    Sun Yan~zi, Zhang Hui~mei, Na~ying, Xin Xiao~qi, Zheng Xiu~wen jointly formed the ''Tianhou Palace'', which can be a luxurious mentor team for "Super Girl". Moreover, maybe Guo Tianwang can also make a cameo.


    In addition, the new generation of Li ~ Yuchun, An You ~ Qi, Zhou Bi ~ Chang, Zhang Liang ~ Ying and other new generations produced by "Super Girl" can also make up for the talent gap caused by the above-mentioned days after leaving Warner.


    Penguin Film and Television can make a lot of money through the production of "Super Girl", get a good start, and strengthen the confidence of Ma Huateng and Tencent''s executives in the pan-entertainment strategy.


    Wanglaoji can replicate its success in "Voice of China" in advance through the popular "Super Girl", forcing Coca-Cola and Pepsi to become the first brand in China''s beverage industry, driving Jianlibao Group to regain its glory.


    Even the Tang people with the least degree of connection can make a lot of profits by acting as the agent of these singers in the film and television economy.


    So, this is a four-in-one thing!


    "Boss, China''s entertainment industry has not yet widely adopted the separation of live broadcasts. It is possible for us to invest in "Super Girl", but the broadcast will not be smooth!" Cai Yinong said.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Huaxia''s industrial policy is like growing vegetables. At the beginning, you can grow them, but when you reach a certain level, you have to fork, tie, and pole, so that vegetables can grow according to certain norms. Taking the Internet industry as an example, the promulgation of the "Huaxia Computer System Security Protection Regulations" in 1994 marked Huaxia''s official entry into the Internet era, but the government was more of a laissez-faire attitude towards the development of the Internet. Then in 2001, due to the lack of blogs and portals In 2002, because of the Lanjisu Internet Cafe incident, the "Regulations on the Administration of Internet Access Services" were promulgated, etc."


    "This reflects Huaxia''s attitude towards the development of new industries. That is to say: develop first, and then conduct reasonable regulations and guidance according to the problems arising in the development process. This is also the main experience of Huaxia''s 20 years of reform and opening up, which is very clever. "


    "Therefore, in the absence of clear restrictions on the separation of production and broadcasting, there will always be a few boldly willing to cooperate with the more than 30 TV stations that can be listed in China! And the combined weight of our companies is enough for them to consider Just a moment!"


    After everyone nodded in agreement, Zeng Liqing said, "Then let''s contact which TV station first?"


    "Just Mango TV. At present, it seems that her business style is the most open among many TV stations in China!"


    If it is not necessary, Guo Shouyun still intends to let "Super Girl" follow its original trajectory as much as possible.


    After thinking about it, everyone nodded.


    "By the way, let''s discuss this plan first, and then rest here for two days. Then we will go to southern Hunan together!"


    "You want to go in person?" Wu Lixuan asked.


    Not only him, but the other three are also a little surprised, why bother his big driver for such a trivial matter?


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "It just so happens that I have other things to do, so let''s go with you all!"


    When the words fell, there was a flash of memory in his eyes!


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    "How''s it going, Bruce, isn''t it nice here?"


    Looking at the bustling crowd in front of him, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded. After discussing the project of "Super Girl" with Zeng Liqing and Wu Lixuan in the morning, He Chen, Liu Zhiqi, Chen Zhen and Li Chengjun invited them to Panjiayuan in the afternoon.


    Guo Shouyun had a cocoon in his ears when he heard about the largest antique market in the country. Even when I came to Beijing to travel in my last life, I once came here specially. However, despite countless dreams of making a fortune like the ''pig''s feet'' in Jianbao''s novels, he never touches anything over 100 when he knows how much he weighs purchase. When he saw passers-by with pockets and jars, he could hide as far as he could. If he was touched and took off his pants, he couldn''t afford to pay.


    Of course, it''s different now. Although he didn''t walk sideways, at least he had money in his pocket.


    "It''s really good. However, my ability to appreciate works of art is limited to the entry level. If you miss such a difficult thing, don''t drag me!"


    "We can''t pick up leaks either! But besides picking up leaks on street stalls, there are still a lot of genuine and good products here!" Liu Zhiqi laughed.


    "Oh? I really want to see this!"


    Guo Shouyun is also a writer who plays with words and ink, and his interest in art collection is stronger than before.


    "Haha, I knew you would say that. Let''s go, we''ll take you somewhere!"


    After Chen Zhen finished speaking, he walked ahead, led a group of people into Panjiayuan, and then stopped in front of a two-story antique building.


    "Xianyantang!"


    After simply looking at the red plaque hanging high, Guo Shouyun followed Chen Zhen and the others in.


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 Chapter 454： Xianyantang

    Chapter 454: Leisure Yantang


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    In the hall, which is about 70 square meters, unlike other antique shops, all kinds of art are piled up on the shelves. Except for some porcelain paintings and calligraphy on several Bogu shelves on both sides, there is the counter facing the door. At first glance, it seems a little empty. Of course it looks different.


    After they walked in, a middle-aged man in a black coat hurried up to greet him.


    "Master Chen, Master He!"


    "Old Pang, I brought you a few high-profile guests today. You should bring out some more goodies later!" Chen Zhen nodded and said.


    "Young Master Chen, don''t worry, the objects in my Xianyantang are not only 100% authentic, but also top-quality."


    With that said, the group led him down to the second floor.


    Compared with the first floor, the decoration on the second floor is more elegant, and it is divided into three elegant rooms of different sizes with screens and Bogu shelves. He led Guo Shouyun and the others to the largest one to sit down, and greeted the beautiful waitress in cheongsam to make tea for them and serve them with cakes.


    "I don''t know how many young masters like porcelain, calligraphy and painting, or other objects?"


    "You just pick the good ones, and pick the expensive ones. Porcelain, calligraphy and painting, jade, and miscellaneous items, as long as we like it, we will have a lot of money for you!" He Chen said.


    He and Chen Zhen were regular customers here, so the communication was left to them.


    "Okay, okay. In that case, the young masters, please wait a moment. I''ll come when I go."


    Chen Zhen waved his hand, and after he left, his eyes turned to Guo Shouyun.


    "The man just now was called Pang Yuchun. Since the Republic of China, his family was a veteran of the Panjiayuan antiques business. However, after the establishment of the new dynasty, it declined for 20 years after the ban on the private economy. But the craftsmanship has not been lost. After the reform and opening up, their old Pang family The ''Xianyantang'' became the first private antique shop in Sijiucheng. In addition, this Pang Yuchun is also shrewd. In the 1980s, when people didn''t pay much attention to antique collection, he began to dig out old houses and collect them. The goods, plus the training booth, really gathered a batch of good goods."


    After Chen Zhen finished speaking, Wang Chen continued: "His old man''s calligraphy and painting mounting skills are unmatched in Beijing. He has a close relationship with Li Kuchan, Fan Zeng, Li Keran and others, and he also has a lot of fine calligraphy and painting in his hands."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I didn''t expect this Xianyantang to be a small place, but there are a lot of good things."


    "Although it is not as famous as Rongbaozhai, Yidege, Huaiyin Shanfang, etc., people who know the business in Sijiucheng know that the good things here are definitely the top three in the industry!"


    "Oh? I have to take a good look at this!"


    Guo Shouyun said with great interest.


    "Chen''er, when did you become so interested in collecting antiques?" Li Chengjun asked.


    "Hey, Lao Guo is our honored guest. To entertain him, of course, we must plan ahead."


    After listening, Guo Shouyun was about to speak, but was interrupted by the sound of footsteps at the door. Pang Yuchun walked in with an entourage, and the two walked in with three wooden boxes of different sizes in their hands.


    After putting the things on the table, Pang Yuchun waved his hand and let the entourage go out.


    "Master Chen, Master He, gentlemen; these three things are my treasures for many years. If you hadn''t come to my shop in person today, I would never have taken them out easily."


    "Okay, okay. I will definitely not treat you badly on the price later, just open it up and give us a hand!" He Chen waved his hand.


    "Okay, here we come!"


    After answering, Pang Yuchun opened the smallest mahogany box. Under everyone''s attention, in the soft crimson lining, a golden-yellow translucent piece with five sides cut flat, a dragon embossed, and an imprinted stone close to a cuboid appeared in front of them.


    "Listen, among the Huaxia Yinshi, Tian Huang is the most. There has been a saying of ''one or two Tian Huang and one liang gold'' since ancient times, but now with the shortage of Tian Huangshi, even the price of ordinary Tian Huangshi has long been It is several times as much as gold. And this piece of Tianhuangyin stone not only weighs 928.26 grams, but is also the highest-quality Tianhuang frozen stone. In addition, the Jiaolong button on this Tianhuangshi is from Qi Hongguang, a master of jade carving of the Northern School, and the craftsmanship is absolutely top.��


    Because of the special status of seals in traditional Chinese culture since ancient times. Almost all Chinese men have different feelings for this kind of thing that can represent their identity. Therefore, when they saw this Shoushan Stone, everyone, including Guo Shouyun, couldn''t help but be attracted by its calm, restrained, and attractive appearance.


    "Old Pang, where are the gloves?" Chen Zhen asked anxiously.


    "Hehe, it''s already been prepared for you."


    After waving his hand, the attendants next to him handed the gloves prepared in advance to Guo Shouyun and the others, and Chen Zhen couldn''t wait to put them on, "Hey, this item is rare. I''ll get started first, and I''ll give it to you later!"


    "Come on, everyone is still waiting!" Liu Zhiqi urged.


    "Right now, now!"


    After everyone finished admiring them one by one, finally the huge Tianhuang Frozen Stone fell into Guo Shouyun''s hands. Everyone intentionally put him last, and he also understood the meaning inside.


    Guo Shouyun really likes such a beautiful top Tian Huangshi.


    "Boss Pang, how much do you plan to sell this seal?"


    "You are a friend of Chen Ye and Wang Ye, as well as my old Pang''s friend. Therefore, I won''t ask you for more. One gram and ten thousand, the total is 9,282,600. I will erase the fraction for you, 9 million!"


    "9 million? Lao Pang, don''t you think of my brother as a good child?" Chen Zhen said.


    "Master Chen, I don''t dare. But this piece of Tian Huangshi is a treasure that I have been to Shoushan for hundreds of times. Tian Huangshi has a price but no market, and 10,000 grams is not high. Last month, a piece of ''silver-wrapped gold'' of the same size but the second-class quality was sold for 7.3 million yuan, and the commission was more than 8 million yuan. So, 9 million is really a conscience price!"


    After waving to stop Chen Zhen, who was about to continue speaking, Guo Shouyun said, "9 million, I want this seal. However, I hope you can help me engrave the base!"


    "This is no problem. When Mr. Qi Hongguang carved this cross-dragon button, he left a message. In the future, whoever buys this seal can get the bottom payment from him, but Mr. Qi has a condition and hopes to complete this work. You can leave your stamp on it when you want to. Don''t worry, Mr. Qi is a master of micro-carving and will not destroy the quality of this seal."


    After Guo Shouyun thought about it, he nodded.


    "Thank you! ... There are four treasures of the study here, please leave the base money that you want to engrave on it."


    After answering, Guo Shouyun walked over to the long case where the Four Treasures of the Study were placed next to him, a look of thought on his face. Because of the frequent contact with calligraphy, he also has seals. A piece of Hetian jade''s name in white text, a piece of blood-filled stone, and a free seal engraved "Gentleman Be Careful"!


    For the style of this Tian Huangshi, he has three choices, one is Zhu Wen''s ''Alias ??Chapter'', the other is the ''Zhaiguan Chapter'', and the last one is still the ''Xianzhang''!


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun decided to ask for another free chapter. He doesn''t have a nickname, a badge is enough. Zhaiguan chapter is also not necessary. On the contrary, ''Xianzhang'' was more useful in his opinion.


    "The industry is good at diligence and idleness, and action is achieved by thinking and ruined by following!"


    Guo Shouyun was engrossed and left this famous sentence in Han Yu''s "Journey to Learning" in running script. After he finished writing, he put down the brush, and after examining it, he nodded with satisfaction.


    "That''s it!"


    "Mr. excellent calligraphy!" Pang Yuchun praised.


    Guo Shouyun knew how much he weighed. Although his calligraphy level is improving day by day, it is still far from being brilliant. Half of Pang Yuchun''s compliments are compliments.


    But Guo Shouyun didn''t pay attention to the common problems in social situations.


    "''Business is good at diligence and leisure, and action is at thought and ruined by following''. Bruce, this sentence has a profound meaning!" Li Chengjun said with a smile.


    "When I am young, I will inevitably become impetuous under the touts around me. This sentence is even a warning to myself! To avoid a big disaster in the future without knowing it!"


    Guo Shouyun''s words are not self-deprecation, but he really thinks so. Although Qiu Manyun''s small movements were harmless, they also gave him a wake-up call in disguise. Relying on the memory of a previous life to achieve great success is certainly something to be happy about. But if you don''t keep vigilance at all times, I''m afraid the real disaster is not far away.


    Seeing his serious expression that didn''t seem like a joke, Li Chengjun was stunned for a moment, and there was a touch of admiration and thought on his face. I just feel that the other party can achieve amazing results, and it is not all luck.


    Guo Shouyun did not know the psychological impact he had on Li Chengjun. After putting this character here to dry in the shade, putting away Tian Huangshi, and temporarily handing it over to Pang Yuchun for seal carving, everyone looked at the second thing.


    "This is Li Keran''s "Wanshan Red"?"


    As soon as the painting was unfolded, Guo Shouyun recognized it.


    "Sir is indeed a connoisseur. This work is one of the seven paintings "Wanshan is Red" by Mr. Li Keran. My father is a good framer and was once an old friend of Mr. Li Keran. This painting was given to my father by Mr. Li at the beginning. Works. I have been collecting them meticulously, and this is the first time I have taken them out today.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, his eyes fixed on the horizontal axis of painting and calligraphy in front of him. The reason why he knew this "Wanshan Red All" is mainly because there are not many modern calligraphy and paintings in China that exceed 100 million Li Keran''s "Wanshan Red" is one of them. Moreover, it is closer to the era he traveled through, and the memory is relatively clear.


    After a quick appreciation, Guo Shouyun said, "How much is Boss Pang going to sell?"


    "In 2000, Rongbaozhai auctioned a 3.1-square-foot "Wanshan Red" by Mr. Li Keran, and the transaction price was 5.016 million. That is to say 1.616 million square feet. My "Wanshan Red" is more than Rongbaozhai is a little bigger, with 3.6 square feet. And after two years, the price of Mr. Li Keran''s works has also risen a lot. So, I will charge you 2 million per square foot, and this painting is 7.2 million!"


    "make a deal!"


    Guo Shouyun did not hesitate too much.


    "Bruce, you should bargain!" Chen Zhen reminded.


    "It doesn''t matter. I don''t think Boss Pang will deliberately raise the price. Besides, I also hope that in addition to today''s three things, I can often cooperate with Boss Pang in the future!"


    "Of course, of course! Don''t worry, Master Chen, Master He, everyone, I guarantee this painting, and which Tian Huang just now did not deliberately ask for a high price!"


    "Okay, I bought everything, and what are you talking about. Hurry up and open the third one for us to see!" He Chen said.


    Knowing that these three red generations can''t afford to offend him, Pang Yuchun quickly opened the third wooden box. ...


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 Chapter 455： Doucai Tianzi Jar

    Chapter 455: Dou Cai Tianzi Jar


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    Because the first two things are very valuable and extremely rare. Therefore, Guo Shouyun and the others were very curious about Pang Yuchun''s third item.


    As the boxy, heavily pulped mahogany box was opened, in the soft yellow lining, a small jar with a height of about 15 cm, a round mouth, a bulging belly, a surface of red, yellow and blue, a dragon pattern, and a lid appeared in front of several people.


    Pang Yuchun carefully took out the jar with both hands, and his movements were unprecedentedly slow. At the same time, it can also be seen that the jar''s status in his heart.


    "Several young masters, please look!"


    After taking the lid off the top of the jar, Pang Yuchun said proudly.


    "Old Pang, you''re not fooling us, are you? How can you take out a broken weapon?" He Chen said.


    It is indeed a remnant, and the mouth of this color pot is about 10% less! Anyone with a little knowledge knows that the integrity of porcelain is critical to value. Once it is disabled, the price will drop by more than half.


    "Young Master He, I also want to give you a complete one. But unfortunately, this ''Chenghua Doucai Tianzi Jar'' is very rare. There are well-documented ones in the world. Counting me, there are only 13 of them. Among them, 10 There are only 3 of them in major museums, and only 3 of them can be circulated. One of them was a ''shaved head'' which sold for ��1.02 million at Sotheby''s in London in 2000. The other is in Ma Guanfu''s, but his one is not covered and has a mouth It''s more powerful than me."


    "So powerful?!" He Chen was surprised.


    In his impression, if a piece of remnant can be sold for tens of millions, wouldn''t the complete one be hundreds of millions?


    "Is it more valuable than the Chenghua Doucai Chicken Cup?" Liu Zhiqi asked.


    "The craftsmanship of the two is almost the same. The blue and white material on the white-bodied porcelain outlines the outline and then fills in the color! Generally speaking, the bottle is the most valuable in the porcelain, and the jar is second. Bowls and dishes. The jars are neither high nor low, they are considered ''squatting'', so they are not as good as the bottle, but better than the bowl. However, the Tianzi jar and the chicken pot are very famous and have a high status, so they must be It is a royal porcelain. Coupled with the rarity, the price is very high.��


    "Can this gap be filled?" Li Chengjun asked.


    "Yes! And a good restoration craftsman can make up this place perfectly, without using a magnifying glass, you won''t see that this place has been damaged at all."


    After listening, his questioning eyes were placed on Guo Shouyun.


    "Just make up for it. Incompleteness is another kind of beauty. And even with the lid on, you can''t see the defects inside. ... Boss Pang, how much is this Chenghua Doucai Tianzi jar?"


    "15 million Huaxia coins!"


    "Old Pang, is it a little taller? Things are good, but they are broken, aren''t they?" Chen Zhen said.


    "Master Chen, if it weren''t for the disability, it wouldn''t be at this price! ... Well, for your sake, I''ll give you another 500,000!"


    "12 million, we want things!"


    Pang Yuchun said with a wry smile: "Master Chen, 12 million is too low. If you sell it at such a low price, it will destroy the signboard of my ''Xianyantang'', and the business will not be easy to do in the future. Please be more considerate!"


    "Really can''t go any lower?"


    "14.5 million, no less!"


    "Bruce, what do you think?"


    "Just this price! I quite like this ''Chenghua Doucai Tianzi Jar''." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Okay, 14.5 million, we want something."


    "Thank you Master Chen and this gentleman for your understanding. I''ll pack the things for you right now!" Pang Yuchun said with a smile.


    "Hmm! ... Take the things first, and the money will be called to you later." Chen Zhen said.


    "Good!"


    "By the way, Lao Pang. Let''s talk about something in your place, no problem?"


    "No problem, no problem. I''ll go get you tea and cakes."


    "No, it''s enough to have these! Go ahead and be busy, we will greet you if you need anything. Also, don''t come to disturb you if you have nothing to do!"


    After the command, Chen Zhen waved his hand. Pang Yuchun wisely took the things and his own people and turned and left.


    "Bruce, the brothers have thought about it these days. Real estate development, let''s do it together!"


    Chen Zhen spoke first.


    "That''s right!" He Chen nodded in agreement.


    Looking at the determined expressions of several people, Guo Shouyun was not surprised by their choice. Smart people know that common interests create more lasting friendships.


    "What about the initial capital?"


    "I will give 50 million, Lao Liu and Chen''er will each give 30 million, and Lao Li will give 2 million. Everyone will distribute the equity according to the investment!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s surprised eyes, Li Chengjun said with a wry smile: "I have always been in the officialdom, and most of the money in my hands is earned from my usual financial management. 2 million is already the limit."


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly, "If you don''t have enough money, I can make it up for you, and you can return it from the company''s dividends in the future."


    "Forget it, Bruce. We''ve said the same thing, but Lao Li doesn''t need it. He''s not like us. What we''re after is the accumulation of capital and the luxury life of future billionaires. Lao Li wants officialdom. Stepping up to the sky. Money is enough for him, but too much is not good for him!" Chen Zhen said.


    Guo Shouyun understood clearly, looked at Li Chengjun''s calm expression, and said with a smile, "If that''s the case, then I won''t do anything unnecessary!"


    "By the way, how much are you ready to pay?"


    "Like you, 50 million!" Guo Shouyun replied after a brief consideration.


    For this real estate company, he is not prepared to make much money from it, it is more just a social accessory. Therefore, the scale of investment will naturally not be too much.


    "In this case, we have an original capital of 162 million. Enough to develop three projects at the same time!" Liu Zhiqi laughed.


    "Everyone, we have a special status. We seek money for a better life. Therefore, in this real estate development, quality comes first. Don''t be greedy for quickness and perfection, and only focus on making money. Otherwise, if something goes wrong, you, me, and your family will suffer. It doesn''t look good!" Guo Shouyun reminded.


    "Don''t worry! We all understand the truth, and we will definitely not mess around!" He Chen assured.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Have you thought about the company''s name?"


    "I thought about it, Huayi Real Estate, what do you think?" Chen Zhen said.


    "Huayi Real Estate?"


    "Yes, we are all Chinese, and the real estate company is our common cause, and it is also a testimony of our friendship, so it is called ''Huayi Real Estate''!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded after tasting it.


    "The meaning is good, let''s call it Huayi Real Estate!"


    No comments on the name, the next step is the most critical equity division. It is related to their core interests, even 0.1% should be careful.


    After some calculation and negotiation, the equity of Huayi Real Estate was divided into Guo Shouyun and Chen Zhen each accounting for 30.5%, He Chen and Liu Zhiqi each accounting for 18.5%, and the remaining 2% to Li Chengjun! Originally, Guo Shouyun wanted to allocate a fraction of his equity to Li Chengjun, but after thinking about it, isn''t this a disguised bribery? So it was not spoken.


    "Bruce, this time we got rid of Qiu Manyun. If she comes to the door, how are you going to deal with it?" He Chen asked suddenly.


    Hearing this sentence, several people''s expressions were different. Li Chengjun frowned. He felt that it was offensive to ask this question when he knew that the other party didn''t like it. But since He Chen has already asked, he can''t say anything else, otherwise it will be superfluous.


    As for Chen Zhen and Liu Zhiqi, both of them, like He Chen, were very curious about what happened at Yuelai Villa that day.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly. From their expressions, he could somewhat guess what Chen Zhen thought in their hearts. To be honest, after these days of thinking, most of the annoyance originally designed by Qiu Manyun has disappeared. All this woman asks for is to use his status, status and wealth to develop her career and pursue her own ideals or ambitions. There is no essential difference between Chen Zhen and He Chen. It''s just that they are more skilled than He Chen and Liu Zhiqi, and they know how to use their women''s advantages better.


    If the Ji sisters are really pregnant with their own child, then Guo Shouyun plans to cooperate with Qiu Manyun. Tiger Poison is still not eating children, he can''t ignore his own bloodline. Compared with Qiu Manyun''s grudge, his own children are thousands of times more important.


    In addition, as she said, with the existence of the Roosevelt family and Wendy, it is impossible for the children of him and the Ji sisters to return to the United States to inherit the family business, and can only stay in China. But now, Guo Shouyun has a shallow foundation in China, and the Ji family sisters are even more rootless, but Qiu Manyun''s strong family background can provide some protection.


    As for Qiu Manyun''s ambitions, he also understood. As long as she is stronger than her, this woman is the most loyal partner, subordinate, and even lover. And Guo Shouyun, who has more than ten years of future memories, is confident that he can hold Qiu Manyun firmly under him As for the longer time in the future, even if he loses the golden finger of future memories, Guo Shouyun doesn''t care. Because more than ten years is enough time for him to reach the top and become a giant at the top of the pyramid.


    "Isn''t she doing jewelry and fashion? Just help her! Come to think of it, she''d be more interested in her job than real estate!"


    He Chen''s eyes flashed, and Li Chengjun, who knew his character, didn''t give him another chance to speak.


    "Bruce, thanks for the Universal Studios thing."


    "We are also mutually beneficial, Tongzhou''s conditions are indeed better than other districts!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled and continued, "Besides, who made us friends! Friends? Isn''t it natural to help each other?!"


    "Hehe, you are right, we are indeed friends!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looked at the time and stood up.


    "Several, it''s not too early. The things we should discuss have been discussed. I still have work when I go back. Let''s go here today!"


    "Bruce, it''s just five o''clock, why rush back!" Chen Zhen said quickly.


    "Yeah! Wouldn''t it be better if we had dinner in a while and went for a leisurely walk?!" He Chen also echoed. ...


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 Chapter 456： Li family

    Chapter 456: The Li Family


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    With Qiu Manyun''s affair, Guo Shouyun is now very cautious about the three words nightlife. And he does still have a job.


    "No, the billions of dollars in funding from Universal Studios, and I, the boss, can''t ignore it. It won''t be too late for us to get together when this matter is confirmed. Right, Lao Li!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s deep eyes, Li Chengjun nodded knowingly.


    "That''s right, it won''t be too late for us to meet again after we''re done with this time!"


    "Old Li...!"


    He Chen was about to speak, but he endured it.


    Guo Shouyun looked at it and said nothing. He turned around and pushed open the door and walked out. He went downstairs and met Pang Yuchun. He first paid a deposit of 1 million Chinese coins and told him that after the seal was carved, Guo Shouyun, who settled the three items together, took Matthew and left Panjiayuan.


    "Lao Li, you forgot our plan for tonight? Not only did you not stop him, why did you help him let go?"


    After sending Guo Shouyun away, He Chen couldn''t help complaining.


    After looking at him, Li Chengjun said indifferently: "Can''t you hear the resoluteness in his tone? If the cow doesn''t drink water and press the head, the average person is fine. Bruce Guo''s character will not be at our mercy. It made everyone unhappy, and all the results of this afternoon were wasted. Also, Chen''er. Are you so curious about what happened between Bruce and Qiu Manyun? Even if you know people don''t like it, you have to ask ?"


    He Chen was a little embarrassed, "I was the fastest, I couldn''t hold back!"


    "I think he has never crossed that hurdle since he was rejected by Qiu Manyun!" Liu Zhiqi joked next to him.


    "Go away, what year is the old Huangli! Besides, who dared to say that the boys in the courtyard had no idea about Qiu Manyun?"


    "That''s you, don''t count us in. The young master has always liked innocent girls who are black and straight, and Qiu Manyun is not my thing!" Chen Zhen said.


    "I like the cute type, and I don''t like Qiu Manyun!" Liu Zhiqi also said.


    "Don''t look at me. You know my relationship with Zhou Ya!" Li Chengjun said indifferently.


    "You bad friends!"


    Gritting his teeth, He Chen turned his eyes to the outside of the car.


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    In the Xizhimen State Ministries and Commissions compound, Li Chengjun opened his door. After changing my shoes, I put my briefcase and coat away and walked into the living room.


    "Mom, where is my dad?"


    Zheng Lanxiang walked out of the kitchen with a spatula in hand.


    "In the study room on the second floor!...Wait."


    "What''s wrong?"


    "Why didn''t you come back with Xiaoya?"


    "She went home today!"


    "Oh! Come on, let''s go up. Come down for dinner with your dad later!"


    "understood!"


    Going up the stairs to the second floor, after knocking on the door and entering, a middle-aged man with black-rimmed glasses and a serious expression who looked like Li Chengjun looked over.


    "dad!"


    Looking at Ying Ting''s second son, Li Jinyun couldn''t help showing a smile on his face. He has two sons and one daughter. The eldest son is in the military and graduated from the National Defense University. At the age of 32, he is already a major battalion commander of the Jinling Military Region. The second son is 27 years old. He holds a bachelor''s degree in physics from Shuimu University and a master''s degree in physics from Oxford. After three years of working, he has been the deputy head of Tongzhou District at the deputy director level. Only the youngest daughter is still studying. Just the achievements of his two sons are enough to make him happy and proud.


    "sit!"


    After answering, Li Chengjun sat down on the sofa in the reception area next to him.


    "Dad, is there something wrong with you calling me back on purpose?"


    "This is your home, so I can''t call you back if I have nothing to do?"


    "Of course you can. But your personality is not like my mother! You have always been ''going to the Three Treasures Hall''!"


    "You stinky brat. Well, I''m calling you back, I really have something to do! ... Wait a minute!" After speaking, Li Jinyun picked up a stack of documents from the desk and handed it to his son.


    "You drafted this report on the land look of Universal Studios in Tongzhou?"


    "Yes! What''s wrong?"


    "You are also leading this project?"


    Li Chengjun nodded, "The owner of Universal Studios is Bruce Guo from the United States. I helped him when I was in the UK. Although it was only a one-sided relationship, Chen Zhen has always been very familiar with him. Through him, in Bruce When Guo came to the capital, we knew each other, this project was specially asked by him to come! ... Do you think there is a problem in this?"


    "The problem is not the relationship between you. It''s the risk of the project itself!" After a pause, "Let''s not talk about the competition problem caused by a project of the same type in Magic Capital. Have you considered the domestic market? The acceptance of Universal Studios by the masses? And whether the domestic consumption level can accept Universal Studios? If the project continues to lose money after the completion of the project, such a huge waste of land and resources, as the leader, the Universal Studios project will be yours The stains that cannot be erased from your resume will affect your career in the future!"


    "Dad, I admit that this project does carry a lot of risk. But if there is no risk, there are so many capable families and forces in China, and it may not be my turn. In addition, it is not that I have not done any risk assessment. Universal Studios Disneyland and Disneyland are the most famous theme parks in the world, receiving more than 10 million tourists every year. Moreover, I once asked my British classmates to investigate the tourist data of Universal Studios, among which tourists from Asia, especially China, Japan and South Korea accounted for 32.5%, close to one-third. It can be seen from this that there is no cultural difference in the attraction of Universal Studios to the tourist population.��


    "In addition, the park construction and attraction of Universal Studios is based on well-known film and television dramas such as "Jaws" and "The Mummy". Currently, it has "Harry Potter", "National Treasure", "Pirates of the Caribbean", etc. The matrix of well-known film rights is the most promising studio in Hollywood. And, when these films are brought into the country, they are also very popular. This builds a future visitor base for Universal Studios.��


    "Also, the domestic economy is developing rapidly. With the wealth of income, the tourist population is also increasing year by year. As one of the most famous theme park brands in the world, Universal Studios will definitely not lack tourists in the future."


    Looking at his son''s decisive eyes, Li Jinyun pondered for a moment, then smiled and nodded.


    "Looks like you''ve made up your mind!"


    "Yes! I want to build Tongzhou into an industrial center based on leisure tourism, cultural and entertainment industries, and Universal Studios is the banner!"


    "Okay! Universal Studios occupies too much land. Originally, what the Ministry considered was to temporarily suppress the land approval of ''Jingcheng Universal Studios'', and then consider the issue of approval after seeing the effect of Universal Studios in Magic City after completion. However, Since you have ambitions, then Dad will help you this time. But help Guibang, things must be done well!"


    "Don''t worry, I will never embarrass you!" Li Chengjun said excitedly.


    After nodding with a smile, Li Jinyun continued: "Mr. Wen speaks highly of Bruce Guo. Since you know him, please contact him more in the future."


    "Mr. Wen?"


    "Yeah! Three days ago, Bruce Guo went to Zhongnan~hai, and it was originally received by Director Zhao, but after Mr. Wen got the news, he temporarily modified the itinerary. Later, the meeting time for half an hour continued until At noon, and the two sides also had dinner together. Before we parted, Mr. Wen has carried himself with him for many years, and Mr. Deng gave all the pens to Bruce Guo!"


    Li Chengjun''s pupils shrank, "It seems that Mr. Wen really values ??him!"


    "Yeah! After the meeting, Mr. Wen wrote an ''Internet Development Report'' of more than 2,000 words based on today''s conversation. Preliminary discussions have been held at today''s ministerial meeting. If nothing else, it will be soon. There is an ''Internet Industry Plan'' that involves policy, finance, and law."


    "Bruce Guo is one of the most famous entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley, and many people even called him the godfather of the Internet after listening to his speech at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. I think his insights on the Internet have inspired Mr. Wen a lot. "


    Li Jinyun nodded, "That''s why I told you to contact him more. This person is indeed a rare genius, especially in the Internet!"


    "Dad, I''m not a child anymore. You don''t need to explain this kind of thing!"


    "Little brat, don''t think you won''t listen to me if you have hard wings. When you marry Xiaoya and have children, tell me you''ve grown up!" Li Jinyun scolded with a smile.


    "What''s so rare, you''ll see it soon!"


    "What? You really decided to get married?"


    Li Chengjun''s eyes showed a hint of deepness, "Family stability is also one of the indicators for the organization to promote cadres. I don''t want to be a hindrance here."


    Li Jinyun nodded in relief.


    "You''re much smarter than your brother''s elm head in this regard."


    "Isn''t my brother married!"


    "If I hadn''t pressed him, he''s still hanging out with those ''old soldiers'' in the motorcycle brigade. How can he care about starting a family?"


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just then knocked on the door suddenly. Soon, Zheng Lanxiang pushed the door and walked in.


    "Stop talking, hurry down and have dinner!"


    "Lanxiang, didn''t I have half a bottle of Maotai left last time, take it out!"


    "There are no guests today, why are you drinking it?"


    "Isn''t Chengjun here, let''s drink!"


    Zheng Lanxiang''s eyes turned a few times on the faces of the father and son and smiled: "What were you talking about just now? Look how happy your dad is!"


    "It''s nothing, it''s just homely. Mom, go get it. I just want to drink some today."


    "Okay, okay, I''ll bring it to you. However, after drinking, you are not allowed to go out at night!"


    "Don''t worry, I won''t answer anyone calling tonight, I''ll just stay here!" Li Chengjun assured.


    "It''s almost the same. By the way, you must answer Xiaoya''s call. That''s my future daughter-in-law! "


    "Okay, okay. Got it, let''s go!"


    The family walked away talking and laughing.


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 Chapter 457： goodbye friends

    Chapter 457 Goodbye Friends


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    "Boss, this is the contract that Wang Pengju just faxed."


    As soon as he got home, Wang Jue handed over a document. The content is also very simple. Jianlibao Group used 4% of the shares and 300 million Hong Kong dollars in cash to buy out the brand and formula of Wanglaoji herbal tea held by Jiaduobao Group, as well as all related production facilities and sales operations.


    Although Guo Shouyun doesn''t pay much attention to the market other than Wanglaoji herbal tea Huaxia, it is good for Jianlibao Group to make the brand complete, and it doesn''t matter if you spend more money.


    After signing his name on it, "Send it to him, I agree!"


    "Yes!"


    "Wait a minute!" After stopping Wang Jue who was about to turn away, "Did anyone come to me today?"


    "No!"


    He waved his hand, "It''s alright, you go! By the way, let Zeng Liqing and Wu Lixuan know that they will fly to Tanzhou at nine o''clock tomorrow morning!"


    After Wang Jue responded, he pushed the door and walked out.


    As the study became quiet, Guo Shouyun turned his gaze to the garden outside the window where the earth rejuvenated, with a little more thought in his expression.


    Judging from the current situation, Qiu Manyun has obviously made up his mind. I won''t bother myself again until I really determine what''s going on in the stomachs of the Ji sisters.


    But a week has passed since the absurdity of that night. With modern medical technology, by checking blood HCG. Pregnancy can be confirmed 8-10 days after intercourse. Therefore, it is not too long before Qiu Manyun finds his way.


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun felt a little uneasy in his heart. It''s not that he is afraid of Qiu Manyun''s conditions, but that he is concerned about his own children.


    If she is really pregnant, as the father of the child, he wants to ensure the safe birth of the little one and their growth in the future. This responsibility is innate, and it is what he must bear as a father! Moreover, he doesn''t want to let them grow up in the eyes of others'' discrimination in the future because of his own reasons. This will test Guo Shouyun''s skill as a father, and this is what really makes him feel uncertain.


    After thinking for a long time, Guo Shouyun sighed and slowly shook his head.


    "Forget it, worrying now won''t help. I just try to do my best and have a clear conscience!"


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    At Tanzhou Huanghua International Airport, Guo Shouyun''s private plane "Kunpeng", carrying Zeng Liqing, Wu Lixuan and Chen Zebin, landed slowly under the command of the tower. Cai Yinong, who was originally together, was arranged by Guo Shouyun to return to Pengcheng to cooperate with Ma Huateng and Ren Yuxin in the division and division of the Tang Dynasty film and television business. Moreover, in the future, Tang Ren''s business is mainly artist brokerage, which has little to do with variety shows, so there is no need to follow it this time.


    The hotel has already been arranged, and this time with everyone, Guo Shouyun didn''t do anything special and insisted on staying in a villa. Moreover, the current Huaxia is not the same as before, and the security is very high.


    "Boss, at 3 pm today, Mango TV invited us to visit their production center. In the evening, Director Wei will have dinner with us. The formal negotiation is scheduled for 9:30 tomorrow morning. Here is the detailed schedule, you take a look!"


    After taking over the documents in Wu Xiaojing''s hand, they quickly browsed them, and handed them to Zeng Liqing next to them.


    "Lao Zeng, go visit Mango TV this afternoon. I have other things to do, so I won''t go."


    "Are you still participating in the negotiation tomorrow?" Zeng Liqing asked after nodding.


    "Participate! Since we''re here, why don''t we go there. Otherwise, wouldn''t people think we''re too proud and don''t know how to behave?!"


    "If Director Wei asks about cooperation, how should I answer?"


    "We have communicated the conditions in advance. If he asks, you can tell the truth!"


    After Zeng Liqing nodded, she didn''t speak again.


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    In the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Tanzhou, Guo Shouyun and his party settled down. After having lunch together, he left with Matthew alone.


    Driving his Mercedes-Benz Bulletproof, Guo Shouyun shuttled through the streets and alleys of Tanzhou. At this time, there was no navigation, and only relying on a map and constantly asking for directions, Guo Shouyun finally found his destination.


    "Jinhu Community! It should be here!"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at the house number, then looked at the small high-rise building that clearly revealed that there was no sense of design in the residential building in the 1990s, and walked in.


    "Hey, stop!"


    Just as Guo Shouyun stepped into the community, a gray-haired uncle in an old blue coat rushed out of the reception room.


    The uncle first looked up and down Guo Shouyun and Matthew, "What are you doing?"


    "Master, our friends live here."


    "Friend? What building do your friends live in?"


    "302, Unit 2, Building 3!"


    "302, Unit 2, Building 3? Where does a foreigner live?" The uncle said to himself, "There are regulations in the community, and all foreigners must register before entering."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and took the registration book that the uncle handed over from the window.


    "Write your name, phone number, and the number of the head unit you''re going to, and you can go in."


    "Do we have to write both of us together?"


    "No! Just write one!"


    Guo Shouyun followed his words, returned the completed registration book to the responsible uncle, and walked in with Matthew.


    "Turn left after entering the door, and the third building on the right is Building 3."


    "Understood, thank you uncle!"


    After the old man waved his hand, he went to listen to the Huguang Huagu Opera on the radio.


    The community should not be built for a long time, and the various facilities still look new. After a brief survey, he followed the instructions of the gatekeeper and found Building No. 3. The rest is easy.


    "302, Unit 2, Building 3, Jinhu Community! It should be here!"


    After briefly looking at the door with the anti-theft door installed, Guo Shouyun rang the doorbell next to it. After a short time, I heard a ''click'' and the closed door opened. Then a short, thin, ordinary-looking woman in a purple floral coat appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    When they saw each other for the first time, they both froze for a moment.


    "Who are you looking for?"


    Guo Shouyun, who had reacted, quickly said, "Is this Martin Alexander''s home?"


    "You are��?"


    "My name is Bruce Guo, I''m his college classmate, this is my friend!" Guo Shouyun explained.


    Martin Alexander, Guo Shouyun''s college bedmate, and the two co-founded LinkedIn. After being hurt by love nearly two years ago, he started a global trip under the persuasion of Guo Shouyun. Originally, Guo Shouyun''s purpose was to let him relax and forget about his ex-girlfriend Suri Windrow.


    I have to say, this method is really good. Martin not only healed his emotional wounds, but also met his other half, the woman in front of him, while traveling in Hong Kong.


    When he called himself six months ago, he said that he had registered for marriage in Hong Kong. But good luck made people, at that time Guo Shouyun was immersed in the pain of Molly Bevan''s coma and did not attend his wedding. When he got better, Martin had returned to Huaxia with his wife, and then gave him his current address.


    Guo Shouyun, who was planning to come to Tanzhou to see his friend, took part in the negotiation with Mango TV!


    "Are you Bruce Guo?"


    Seeing the surprise on the woman''s face, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "I am! ... You should be Hou Hongying, right? Matthew often mentioned you in the emails he sent me."


    "That guy definitely didn''t say anything nice about me....Come in!"


    "Thanks! ... Do we need to change our shoes?"


    "Need not!"


    Walking behind her into the living room, Guo Shouyun originally thought it would be a luxurious European style, but he never thought that the furnishings inside were 100% Chinese style. Mahogany tables and chairs, antique shelves, porcelain and paintings, are simple yet modern.


    "Sit down first, and I''ll call him!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he sat down on the sofa in the living room.


    It didn''t take long to see Martin Alexander rushing out of the next room excitedly.


    "Bruce!"


    After shouting, he opened his arms and rushed up.


    Although Guo Shouyun didn''t like such a warm hug with a man, he could bear it for the sake of his happiness.


    The two patted each other **** the back and separated, "It seems that you have a good life. You are much fatter than the last photo!"


    "Haha, you''ve gained a lot of weight. But you haven''t changed at all, you''re still so young and handsome!"


    "Why hasn''t it changed, didn''t you see that the hair on both sides is white?" Guo Shouyun pointed to his temples.


    "what happened?"


    "What else is going on? If you worry too much and work hard, your hair will turn white!" Guo Shouyun didn''t tell the truth.


    "Yes! You are now a world-renowned business star. I have heard the names of Phoenix, Apple, Guo''s, and Enron Pacific in China."


    "Martin, don''t stop talking, say hello to people to sit down!" Hou Hongying walked over and said Yes, Bruce, sit down and say. "


    At his greeting, after several people were seated, Hou Hongying brought a plate of cut fruit over.


    "Mr. Guo, I don''t have anything to entertain at home. I just bought this fruit in the morning. Don''t dislike it!"


    "You''re too kind. My relationship with Martin is no better than ordinary people. Don''t care about these details!"


    "Yeah, Bruce and I are brothers who have lived in the same room for three years!"


    Looking at her proud husband, Hou Hongying couldn''t help but give him a blank look, complaining in her heart that this rough guy didn''t know how to behave. In the traditional Chinese etiquette, even if the brothers arrive home, they should be well entertained, let alone outsiders!


    "Let''s talk first, I''ll go see the children!"


    After speaking, Hou Hongying turned around and entered the room where Martin had just come out.


    "You have children?"


    Matthew nodded happily, "Just three months old!"


    "Congratulations! ... But you are too boring. Why didn''t you notify me in advance of such an important matter?"


    "Hey, didn''t you say you were coming to Huaxia? I''m going to surprise you when you come to see me, like now!"...


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 Chapter 458： Production and broadcast separation

    Chapter 458: Production and Broadcasting Separation


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    Seeing his happy look, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "I''m relieved to see that your family is now complete and your life is full of hope!"


    "Thank you, Bruce. If you hadn''t insisted on letting me travel around the world, I''m afraid I''m still living in San Francisco like a corpse. It''s even more impossible to meet Hongying and understand the true meaning of happiness in life!" Martin said sincerely.


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "If we talk about this, we will see each other! ... However, I am curious, how did you know each other?"


    "love at first sight!"


    "Love at first sight?" Guo Shouyun was stunned. Although Hou Hongying''s appearance and figure can''t be called ugly, it is by no means the type that makes people fall in love at first sight. But looking at Matthew''s happy and dying appearance, he can only understand that the aesthetics of the two sides are really different.


    "In 2001, we met on the cruise ship in Victoria, Hong Kong, and I still clearly remember that she was wearing a pink knitted sweater, brown trousers; she had short ears; Lottie Bront?''s "Jane Eyre" is read quietly, the setting sun stretches her figure, leaving pale golden light and shadow on her body...!"


    "Stop...! Those who didn''t know thought you were describing the Virgin Mary! Okay, it''s enough to know that you are very happy and that you are in love with each other! But why didn''t you stay in Hong Kong?"


    "Hongying''s father was seriously ill, and we came back. But I am very fortunate to be able to come to Huaxia. The life here is what I want, and I like it very much!"


    "Listen to what you mean, you don''t plan to go back to the United States in the future?"


    "No! The concept of family in the United States is too weak. The relationship between neighbors is far less close than that of Huaxia. Moreover, life here is more convenient than in the United States. Everyone is very warm to me, and I like it here, especially the food here. In the future , this is my hometown!"


    Judging from his appearance, Guo Shouyun knew that he was telling the truth.


    "What about LinkedIn? That''s our common cause!"


    "Bruce, I''m relieved to leave LinkedIn to you."


    "You guy can really shirk responsibility. However, how do you live in China?"


    "I am an English teacher in a middle school here! Although I don''t earn as much as I did in the United States. But Huaxia''s expenses are not large, and the teacher''s income is enough to meet our living needs. I also have LinkedIn shares to back it up!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and looked at Martin Alexander, who was smiling, content and calm.


    "Martin, to be honest, I really envy you! This kind of free and comfortable day that I can get along with my family day and night without worrying about life is also my dream, but unfortunately...!" Guo Shouyun sighed.


    "Bruce, my ability is limited. It is already God''s favor to be able to create LinkedIn with you. But you are different. You are born a genius, and your mission is to become a world-class business leader and promote the progress of the Internet and technology. and development.��


    "Your words sound more like a consolation. But it''s good, at least it can make me feel less uncomfortable!"


    What you can''t get is the best. Having tasted the rich but busy days, Guo Shouyun now seems to yearn for a free and relaxed hermit life. But he also knew that he would never have this day in his life. Although God seems unfair, sometimes it is very fair; if you gain some, you will lose others!


    "Let''s stay for dinner tonight, Hongying''s cooking skills are very good!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "You can tell this from your body shape. ... By the way, it''s still early, why don''t we buy some materials together? Just when I came, I also brought two bottles of 90-year-old Latu, I forgot it in the car when I got up, I will bring it up later."


    "Wait a minute, I''ll tell Hongying!" Martin nodded and stood up.


    "Row!"


    With permission, Martin Alexander changed his clothes and went downstairs with Guo Shouyun. Then, under his guidance, he went to the nearby vegetable market, bought some vegetables and meat, and went home to get busy.


    Hou Hongying''s craftsmanship is really good, and the local home-cooked dishes in Tanzhou are full of color, aroma and taste. Because she''s still breastfeeding, she can''t drink. So two bottles of Latour worth tens of thousands of dollars all entered the stomachs of Guo Shouyun, Matthew and Martin.


    Considering that they still have children, Guo Shouyun didn''t stay too late. After putting a piece of Hetian Yuping lock he prepared before coming to the little guy, he was sent out of the house by Martin.


    When we got back to the hotel, it was already half past nine in the evening. Guo Shouyun did not disturb Zeng Liqing and the others, and went back to his room to sleep.


    The next morning, everyone sat in the hotel restaurant for breakfast.


    "Did your visit to Mango TV go well yesterday?"


    Guo Shouyun asked casually after swallowing the soy milk mixed with the chewed fried dough sticks in his mouth.


    "Smooth!" Zeng Liqing said.


    "Wei Wenbin didn''t ask about cooperation?"


    "Simply chatted during dinner in the evening."


    "How did he say?"


    "Frankly said that he is willing to cooperate with us, but the specific conditions were not mentioned."


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, and after a brief ponder, "Eat quickly, go and pack up after eating, and leave on time at eight o''clock!"


    "Yes!"


    After breakfast, everyone went upstairs to bring the materials, and after packing up, they drove towards Mango TV. Because there was already yesterday''s first visit, this time it was a familiar one. The urban area of ??Tanzhou is far less congested than later generations, and they arrived at their destination at nine o''clock.


    Mango Terrace had obviously made preparations in advance, and when they arrived, the staff led them to the prepared conference room.


    Not long after, a middle-aged man in a black suit strode through the door and walked in. Seeing Guo Shouyun, he stretched out his right hand first, and then said enthusiastically, "Welcome Mr. Guo to visit our Mango TV station. Your presence is our honor!"


    "Mr. Wei is overrated! This time I came to ask for cooperation!"


    "You''re welcome. We can''t ask for the cooperation with the famous Mr. Guo! ... Please take a seat!"


    "Please!"


    After the two parties were seated as guest and host, Guo Shouyun, who had more important things waiting for him, didn''t want to be long-winded, and said directly: "Mr. Wei, about the cooperation, I think our staff already told you yesterday, I don''t know. Are Mr. Wei and Mango TV willing to cooperate?"


    "Of course we are willing to cooperate with Mr. Guo. However, if we want to come to Mr. Guo, we also know that there is currently no policy of separation of production and broadcasting in China''s entertainment industry, especially variety shows. Therefore, we are also very embarrassed!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Understandable! ... However, Mr. Wei is also a veteran in the Huaxia media industry for many years, and wants to know more about the industry''s past than me!"


    Wei Wenbin''s heart moved, "What does Mr. Guo mean...?"


    "It''s very simple. There is an old saying in Huaxia, ''Taking history as a mirror can tell the rise and fall, and people as a mirror can correct one''s clothes''. According to my understanding, Huaxia first realized the separation of production and broadcasting in the field of television in the late 1980s. With the emergence of private TV companies such as Run Film and Superstar Film and Television, TV stations have gradually withdrawn from the field of TV production. Moreover, classic TV series such as "Jingcheng People in New York" and "Desire" have also appeared, especially movies."


    "In addition to movies and TV dramas. In 1999, Enlight Media produced the first entertainment information program "Entertainment Live" in the mainland. Radio and TV, which led the development of the entire Huaxia media industry, have also been exploring the road of separation of production and broadcasting in the mainland. Although variety shows are now The separation of program production and broadcasting has not yet appeared, but smart people can see that this is the general trend in the future."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, and glanced at the slightly fat middle-aged man sitting on Wei Wenbin''s left, wearing a light yellow jacket, "In addition, Mr. Wei asked Mr. Ouyang to be the helm of Mango TV, and let go of Mango TV for complete entertainment. Don''t you want to make achievements in variety shows? In that case, why should Mr. Wei refuse to cooperate? Moreover, if Mr. Wei can make achievements in the separation of production and broadcasting, and provide some experience for the development of Huaxia media industry, I would like to come to you It''s good for Mango Terrace!"


    Looking at the young man with a smile on his face, confidence in his eyes, steady temperament, and eloquent conversation, Wei Wenbin couldn''t help but sigh in his heart that there is nothing wrong with his reputation.


    "Mr. Guo''s golden words are really thought-provoking, but the risks are directly proportional to the benefits. Putting aside the policy of separation of production and broadcasting, the price of 10 million for an episode of "Super Girl" created by Penguin Films is too high for us. There is no shortage of talent shows across the country, but their profits are hard to satisfy."


    "They are them. Penguin is different from other film and television companies. We can invite a luxurious mentor group including Na~ying, Guo Fu~cheng, and Sun Yan~zi for "Super Girl". Just this gimmick can help it Create enough attention!"


    Looking at the president of Warner Music Greater China sitting next to Guo Shouyun, Wei Wenbin was convinced of this. It is precisely because of this that he is willing to sit here and talk when he hears the price of 10 million per episode, otherwise such a high price would have been rejected long ago.


    "If Mr. Wei thinks the risk is high, we can also change the way of cooperation!"


    "Oh? I''d like to hear about it!"


    "We, Penguin Television, offered a price of 2 million for an episode and rented Mango TV during the golden schedule of Saturday night from 7:40 to 9:00. In this way, Mango TV can obtain a stable income of more than 20 million, and we can also increase the number of programs with our programs. The popularity and attractiveness of your TV station in the country! But as a price, the commercial income generated by "Super Girl" has nothing to do with Mango!"


    After thinking for a while, Wei Wenbin said with a solemn expression: "We need to discuss before we can give Mr. Guo an answer!"


    "Okay, I''m willing to wait! But it''s better not too long!"


    "certainly!"...


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 Chapter 459： good news

    Chapter 459 Good News


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    After talking in the morning and having lunch with the executives of Mango Terrace at noon, Guo Shouyun returned to the hotel. Luckily, I received some good news as soon as I got back.


    "Boss! Agreed, they agreed!"


    Jonathan Weir was incoherent over the phone.


    Guo Shouyun was also happy. He knew that what the other party was talking about was the right to import natural gas for its own use by Pacific Energy Group''s Huaxia Power Plant. With this right, Pacific Energy''s natural gas power plant revenue in Huaxia can be increased by at least 30%!


    "Have you received the red-headed document?" Guo Shouyun asked quickly after calming down his inner turmoil.


    "Received. The document was sent directly to our Greater China headquarters in Beijing!"


    "Great!"


    Given China''s national conditions, it is only after obtaining this kind of document that the matter is settled. Otherwise, the credibility of oral things is too low.


    "Boss, do we need to entertain the supervisor to express our gratitude?"


    Guo Shouyun thought for a while, "Of course, but pay attention to the scale."


    "Understood! ... Do you still want to participate?"


    "I''m in Tanzhou now, which is inconvenient. You are in charge of hosting the banquet!"


    "Yes!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun called up Mr. Wen''s phone number and wanted to call him. But after thinking about it, forget it. It is time for a change of office, and it is not wise to use this precious phone with such a trivial matter in the eyes of others.


    But good things always have to be shared, so he called Martin Alexander.


    "Have time? Have a drink in the evening?"


    "Forget about the others, you must have them!"


    "It seems that your words about Huaxia are good." Guo Shouyun smiled, "Tanzhou, you are also a bitch, the place will be left to you to choose."


    "No problem. Guarantee you can eat the most authentic food in Tanzhou."


    "That''s it, see you tonight and talk!"


    "OK Bye Bye!"


    "Bye-Bye!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun opened the laptop that Apple developed for himself. It stores the annual operation, financial, and personnel reports of all his companies, as well as his future plans for each company. Of course, this computer is not connected to the Internet.


    Find the folder of Pacific Energy Group and record the previous news in it.


    Seeing this, he remembered Unocal''s acquisition, and after a brief consideration, he called Rebecca.


    "boss!"


    "How''s the Unocal acquisition going?"


    "Countries in Southeast Asia, as well as the European Union, have approved our acquisition plan, and now only the United States is left."


    "No news from the Ministry of Commerce yet?"


    "I called and asked, and the answer they gave was that it was still under review!"


    "No news is good news for the time being! ... What about my account?"


    "The bidding for exploration of the pre-salt oil block offshore Brazil will be held in August in the second half of this year. Our bid has been submitted and qualified for the shortlist."


    The biggest oil discovery of the 21st century is Brazil. Before 2005, she was still wearing the hat of an oil-poor country, buying a large amount of crude oil from the international market every year for domestic demand. But after the discovery of oil in the offshore subsalt, Brazil''s oil production increased sharply, becoming the largest oil producer in South America after Venezuela.


    For this opportunity, Guo Shouyun will not let go. Even if we can''t get the dominance of oilfield development and even endure the slow inefficiency of Petrobras, as long as we have shares, when the news is exposed, it will have a decisive impact on the listed Unocal stock price.


    "Good. Keep an eye on this. The priority is second only to the Unocal acquisition and the company going public."


    "Understood! ... One more thing: Boss, Continental Petroleum Corporation has rejected our team''s application for the acquisition of the Mills Oil Field!"


    The Mills Field is a 32-year-old field developed by Continental Petroleum Corporation in Texas. It used to be a ''fat'' with reserves of more than 500 million tons, but now it is basically dusk. Although about 60% of the field''s reserves remain. But the reserves of the oil field are not equal to 100% of the oil output.


    In fact, with the current oil extraction technology, only about 30% of the oil field''s total reserves and 70% of the natural gas can be obtained relatively cheaply in an oilfield, and only a small portion of the remaining oil can be obtained due to technical reasons or the ratio of investment to output. development.


    At present, in addition to the acquisition of Unocal, Guo Shouyun is committed to the acquisition of the base price of this old oil field. When the oil price rises to the sky in the later period, these old oil fields that the big oil companies have eaten and abandoned will become a solid foundation for Unocal Oil to seize the leadership position in the energy field in the future.


    "Isn''t the preliminary intention signed before?"


    "Yes! But the recent rise in oil prices has made Continental''s management hesitant."


    "It''s okay to refuse. There are so many old oil fields in the world, just change the target!"


    "clear!"


    At this time, Guo Shouyun''s phone suddenly vibrated.


    "If it''s okay, come here first today, I have a call coming in!"


    "Boss, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    Hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun briefly glanced at the caller ID and pressed the answer button. Soon, Li Zeju''s calm and hearty voice came from it.


    "Bruce, congratulations! Enron Pacific Energy finally got the right to import natural gas for its own use!"


    "I didn''t expect you to already know. Originally, I wanted to call you later to tell you the good news. But if we want to say congratulations, we should also congratulate you. The natural gas power plant that HK Electric cooperates with us is also within this scope."


    After a positive response Li Zeju continued, "If it weren''t for the limited funds in our hands, I would have wanted to expand the scale of cooperation with you."


    "It''s a long time to come to Japan, and there will be opportunities in the future!"


    "That''s right! ... By the way, where are you now?"


    "Tanzhou!"


    "Tanzhou? Aren''t you in the capital?"


    "Just came here yesterday. There are things to deal with here!"


    "So that''s the case... It''s such a pity. I wanted to take advantage of this good news to get you a drink, but it seems that I have to wait for the next time."


    "There will always be a chance. But listen to your tone, are you in the capital now?"


    "Yeah! My father called me temporarily and asked me to represent Changshi in Beijing to participate in the auction of several plots, so I just flew over from Chang''an yesterday."


    "That''s it!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Bruce, is Universal Real Estate your property?" After a moment of silence, Li Zeju asked suddenly.


    "Yes, what''s wrong?"


    "The ''Ruyi Residence'' developed by Jardine Hongkong Land has bought the entire community! This incident has caused a sensation in the entire Hong Kong real estate industry, especially at this time!" Li Zeju said meaningfully. ...


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 Chapter 460： The opportunity of a lousy building

    Chapter 460 Opportunity for the unfinished building


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    "This is just normal business behavior!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Indeed! But you, Guo Shouyun, have a very good reputation in the financial world. Many people regard your investment as a sign of the recovery of Hong Kong''s real estate industry, especially the major real estate companies!"


    "Including Changshi?"


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "So I can be considered as contributing to the stability of Hong Kong''s economy! ... But as far as I know, not everyone is optimistic about my investment, similar to Liu Ruanxiong''s advocacy that I will fail in the Hong Kong real estate industry. There are many people!"


    "Of course a personal grievance cannot be a fair evaluation! However, Bruce, it seems that you are really optimistic about Huaxia''s real estate. In addition to the private real estate fund of Hanhua Group, two companies, Global Fund and Global Real Estate, have been established one after another!"


    Guo Shouyun''s heart moved, "Brother Zeju, there is something in your words!"


    "Brother Guo, as expected, I have deceived everything from you!" After a pause, "I wonder if Brother Guo has heard of Zhongyu Building in the capital!"


    "Zhongyu Building? Never heard of it!"


    "Zhongyu Building is a high-quality 5A Grade A office building, located at No. 6 Gongti North Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing. It is adjacent to the first and second embassy districts, and intersects with CBD and Yansha business district. The building covers a total area of ??7,497 square meters. meters, with a total construction area of ??58,000 square meters, of which the office building has a construction area of ??53,000 square meters and is nearly 100 meters high, making it the tallest office building in the surrounding business district.��


    Speaking of this, Li Zeju changed his words, "However, in the Spring Festival of 2001, Jinfengge Company, the contractor of Zhongyu Building, stopped the project due to a broken capital chain. And the problem of funding has not been solved until now."


    "In other words, Zhongyu Building is a ''unfinished building''?" Guo Shouyun understood.


    "really!"


    "Brother Zeju, you should understand that although the ''unfinished building'' is beneficial, it also means trouble!"


    Generally speaking, unfinished buildings are "dead corners" in urban construction, which not only hinder municipal planning, but also affect the appearance of the city, and are known as the "cancer" of the city. The revitalized unfinished buildings can not only help the government solve the difficulties of urban construction, but also create jobs and contribute tax revenue. Therefore, during the process of taking over and selling unfinished buildings, they usually receive a certain degree of policy support from the government.


    Secondly, most of the unfinished buildings acquired land earlier, so the location is relatively good, and many are located in the core urban areas within the second and third ring roads. When there is less and less available land in the central urban area, the acquisition of unfinished buildings with a "good location" has become a shortcut for many real estate companies to show their skills in the core urban area.


    Finally, it takes at least two or three years for a normal real estate to go from development to listing, and many unfinished buildings are already quasi-existing houses. In addition to the cost savings of "land acquisition", taking over "unfinished buildings" does not require construction application, foundation laying, etc. Upfront work saves construction costs. Usually, it only takes half a year to a year for development and a small amount of acquisition and renovation funds, but the rate of return is quite considerable.


    Pan Shiyi, the ''Bad King'', and Li VIP, the ''professional household of unfinished buildings'', basically made their fortunes by speculating and selling unfinished buildings. However, there are many benefits, as are the troubles of unfinished buildings.


    The first is the issue of age. Many unfinished buildings have gone through a period of at least a few years to as many as ten years from the acquisition of the land to the unfinished end and the re-entry into the market. Among them, the land use period is constantly shrinking, and the interests of the buyers are also constantly shrinking. be violated. In this case, the resumption of sales of unfinished buildings has become a problem.


    In addition, many unfinished buildings have been silent for a long time. Years of sun and rain will inevitably cause different degrees of damage to the buildings. Later construction may cost a lot of money. Therefore, if the problems and difficulties that will be faced by taking over the project cannot be accurately estimated, the revived unfinished building is likely to die again. Moreover, due to the backward design of unfinished buildings, the real estate prices of which are far lower than those of the surrounding high-quality real estate, there are many ��buildings��, and they will also face the problems of sales and income under the competition.


    Finally, current economics believe that the trend of unfinished properties is a weather vane for the trend of the current property market. When the unfinished buildings are eliminated, it means the arrival of a period of ��puffiness�� in real estate, and it also means that a new crisis is brewing, and then a new round of unfinished buildings emerges. If you can''t have an accurate judgment on the market trend, you may step in rashly, and you may not get the benefits, and you will fold yourself in.


    "Of course there are troubles, but they are mainly financial troubles. I have checked the quality of Zhongyu Building, and there is no problem. Its construction time is 97 years, and there are still 44 years before the 50-year service life. As for the market trend, I think you have more confidence than me."


    Guo Shouyun thought briefly, "Do you have its detailed address? I''m not too familiar with the capital."


    "I have sent you the map and some information about Zhongyu Building, you can take a look now!"


    "and many more!"


    Guo Shouyun opened the computer with his mobile phone, and found a piece of information sent to him by Li Zeju in his mailbox.


    "Sanlitun?"


    "Zhongyu Building is in Sanlitun!"


    Although Guo Shouyun was very unfamiliar with the capital, Sanlitun was absolutely reverberating. The street-style beauties on Sohu, NetEase, Sina and other websites basically come from this place. And looking at Li Zejufa''s map, Zhongyu Building is next to China World Trade Center and Dongzhimen business district. It is definitely the core of the core of the Four Nine Cities. Thinking of this, he was really moved.


    "Brother Zeju, your Li family is not short of money, how did you think of pulling me together in such a good place?"


    "There is no shortage of money before. Now because of SARS, Hong Kong''s housing prices have collapsed for six years. The board of directors hopes to repurchase shares to stabilize investors'' confidence in Cheung Kong and Hutchison. In addition to the previous cooperation with Anping and Universal Studios With the cooperation, the capital chain of the Li family has also become tense.��


    After understanding, Guo Shouyun continued: "How do you want to cooperate?"


    "I can give all the rights and interests of Zhongyu Building to Brother Guo!"


    "Let it all to me?" Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    "Not bad. But I also have one condition!"


    "This is normal!" Guo Shouyun thought. Based on his understanding of Li Zeju, he is not the kind of person who sacrifices his own interests to serve others.


    "What conditions?"


    "The reconstruction project of Zhongyu Building is handed over to Cheung Kong Industrial."


    "You''re tossing this project, and you just want construction projects?"


    "Brother Guo should be aware of the current situation of the Hong Kong property market. In addition, the real estate development in the mainland is too fast, and the real estate prices in first- and second-tier cities have exceeded twice the local average salary, which has led to a false fire in the real estate market. Therefore, the board of directors decided Suspend real estate investment in Hong Kong and the mainland."


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly. The biggest difference between Hong Kong real estate companies and the mainland is the way of real estate development. Similar to Evergrande and Country Garden, dozens of disks can be developed a year, and they can be launched quickly. And Hong Kong''s Cheung Kong, Wharf, New World, etc. prefer to win six or seven good deals, and then develop the first, second, third, and fourth phases for ten years or even longer. The former pursues scale and wins by quantity. The latter is more about enjoying the dividends of rising real estate in different periods, which is somewhat similar to the concept of buying a house to appreciate and then sell it.


    After Guo Shouyun pondered briefly, "I need to read the information of Zhongyu Building before I can give you the answer!"


    "Okay, I''ll wait for you! ... By the way, are you still going back to the capital?"


    "I was still hesitating whether to go back again? But with you, it seems that I don''t have to hesitate anymore!"


    "Hehe, it looks like we can get together once in the capital!"


    "I''ll call you when I get back!"


    "Okay, waiting for your news!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun quickly called Xing Zhiping, CEO of Hanhua Trust, after hanging up the phone.


    "Lao Xing, where are you now?"


    "Pengcheng!"


    "Lishui Fangyuan started construction?"


    Guo Shouyun quickly thought of the three mainland real estate projects that Global Fund cooperated with Cheung Kong Industrial.


    "Well, work just started yesterday morning!"


    "How about it?"


    "Changshi is an established real estate developer. It is very skilled in various businesses and there is no problem."


    "That''s good! ... Now you put down other work at hand and go to the capital."


    "The capital?"


    "Well! Li Zeju recommended me an unfinished building called ''Zhongyu Building'', which looks very good. You can do a field inspection for me, and by the way, find out the actual situation of this project. By the way, here I am The information about this project has been sent to your mailbox, you can take a look at that time!"


    "Okay, I''m ready to go now!"


    "Remember to notify me in time if there is any news!"


    "Yes!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun sent a copy of the information that Li Zeju had passed to him to Xing Zhiping''s mailbox, and then sat in front of the computer and watched it slowly.


    Time passed unknowingly, and the sky outside the window gradually dimmed.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    The sudden ringing of the phone interrupted Guo Shouyun''s work. Picking it up and looking at the caller ID, he patted his forehead, "Almost forgot!"


    After quickly pressing the answer button, Martin Alexander''s hearty voice came over.


    "Bruce, I''m off work. Which hotel are you in, I''ll drive to you."


    "No need, let me find you!"


    "Tanzhou, are you familiar with me?"


    Hearing his natural tone, Guo Shouyun felt strange in his heart. As a Chinese person in my previous life, I was actually told that by a ''foreigner''? ! However, despite this, he is not as familiar with Tanzhou as Martin.


    "I''m at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, come on!"


    "Okay, I''m not far from there, I''ll be there in twenty minutes."


    "Call me when you arrive!"


    "OK! See you later!"


    "See you soon!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun slowly shook his head. After shutting down the computer, I picked up the jacket next to it, put it on, and walked out.


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 Chapter 461： Martins Hot Pot

    Chapter 461 Martin''s Hot Pot


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    "boss!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun going out, Matthew and Wu Xiaojing in the living room quickly stood up.


    "Matthew, go out with me. The rest of the people stay here, of course you can do whatever you want." After explaining, Guo Shouyun waved and took Matthew to the lobby on the first floor of the hotel.


    After waiting for a long time, Martin Alexander in a black Santana appeared in front of him.


    "Bruce, here!"


    After striding over, "Let Matthew drive, let''s sit in the back!"


    "Does he have a driver''s license?"


    "When I came to Huaxia, I applied temporarily!"


    "OK then!"


    After the two sat down, the car drove steadily ahead under the skilled driving of Matthew.


    "where are we going?"


    "Keep it a secret now, and you''ll know when you''re there. Don''t worry, I won''t let you down!"


    "It''s still mysterious. Well, you''re the ''landlord'' anyway, we''ll listen to you tonight!"


    "Don''t worry, I''m sure I''m right!" Matthew patted Guo Shouyun''s shoulder confidently and smiled.


    Looking at his appearance, Guo Shouyun smiled and said nothing more. He wants to see what novelty this friend who has only been to China for a little over a year can come up with!


    Half an hour later, Guo Shouyun looked at the "simmering in a pot" in front of him with a funny look, "Is this the big meal you said I haven''t eaten?"


    "Bruce, I understand what you mean. But Huaxia''s ''hot pot'' is definitely different from what you eat in the United States. Compared with the improved hot pot in the United States, which is suitable for American tastes, this is the authentic Chinese food. If you don''t believe me, eat and see!"


    Looking at Martin''s determined expression, Guo Shouyun was speechless! Although judging from the trajectory of his life in this life, what his friend said is indeed true. But in my last life, I was getting tired of hot pot, ''Is it okay''!


    Under Martin''s earnest gaze, Guo Shouyun had to take some spinach that he still ate, rinsed it in the pot, dipped it in some sesame sauce and put it in his mouth to chew for a while. Although he just thought it was normal, in order to take care of the mood of his friend whom he hadn''t seen for many years, he still made a look of surprise on his face.


    "Sure enough, it''s not the same as what you get in American Chinese restaurants!"


    "Haha, I knew you would like it! Come, try the mutton stew again, this is the essence of hot pot!"


    Seeing his happy look, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Martin, I have known you for so many years, but I didn''t even know you were an authentic foodie!"


    "Food? What is a foodie?"


    Guo Shouyun suddenly realized that this hot word on the Internet has not appeared yet.


    "People who eat a lot and like to taste all kinds of food are called foodies!"


    "It turns out that I am a foodie, I like Chinese food."


    "You can tell. You are at least 20 kilos heavier than when you left the United States!"


    "What is 20 kilograms, at least I am much thinner than those obese people in the United States. And my mother-in-law said that fat people are blessed!"


    "Your mother-in-law is right!" Guo Shouyun gave a thumbs up and smiled.


    People who have already married a wife, as long as they are not fat enough to affect their health, they are not so important anymore.


    "By the way, Bruce. When are you leaving?"


    "You said to leave Tanzhou?"


    "Um!"


    "In two days, I just saw your friend who I haven''t seen for many years, why should I stay here for a few more days!"


    "This is the best way. I''ll take you to Yuelu Mountain, Orange Island, and Mawangdui Han Tomb to see it. It''s not worth your trip to Tanzhou."


    "Forget it. If you were alone, I would definitely take you as a tour guide, but it''s different now. Your wife and children still need your care. I''d better go on the tour by myself. Besides, even if you are willing to accompany me, I will There may not be time.��


    "busy at work?"


    "Otherwise, how can I say I envy your life!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Hehe, listening to you say that, I feel more balanced. You don''t know, when I was still in the United States, being friends with a good person like you put a lot of pressure on me."


    "Pressure? How come I never heard of you?"


    "How can I tell you such a humiliating thing! In fact, the reason why I wanted Su Li as my girlfriend was not only because she was beautiful and attractive to me, but also the inferiority complex in my heart. A very good woman to set off my success. So, driven by this kind of psychology, when I first met a girlfriend, and I was a woman as good as Suri Windrow, I was almost unconditional and unpaid. , she can do whatever she wants me to do."


    After a pause, Martin Alexander slowly shook his head. Although his words were sour, there was no mockery of himself on his face, only a faint nostalgia for the past.


    "It''s really stupid to think about the past me now. I just live in the evaluation of others and never think about what I really want! ... But luckily it''s not too late, I met Hong Ying. She doesn''t care. My rich and poor, just simply value this relationship, so I am very lucky!"


    Looking at his friend with a satisfied and happy smile on his face, Guo Shouyun said with admiration, "Martin, now you are finally a mature man!"


    "I think I am too, haha!"


    "To congratulate you on your maturity, we should have a toast!"


    "Forget it, Bruce! You know my situation, Hong Ying is still breastfeeding and her baby is young. So, don''t drink alcohol, let''s just have some drinks. I know their juices here are good."


    "Well, in order to satisfy your desire to be a good father and husband, let''s drink juice today!"


    The time to get together is always short. Martin, who misses his precious daughter, broke up with Guo Shouyun before nine o''clock. Watching him go home, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help thinking of his sons and daughters far away in the United States. Therefore, the idea of ??taking a walk, enjoying the night view of Tanzhou and going back to the hotel was also forgotten by him.


    But just when he returned to the hotel to make a call to the United States, the phone rang first. Curiously looking at the caller ID, his heart sank instantly.


    "It''s a blessing, not a disaster, it''s a disaster that can''t be avoided. What should come will always come!"


    Thinking of this took a deep breath and calmed down, Guo Shouyun pressed the answer button.


    "Bruce, do you remember me?"


    This charming and enchanting voice, Guo Shouyun is sure that he will never forget it in this life.


    "Of course! But what did Miss Qiu want to say on the phone so late?"


    "Why are you so outspoken. Didn''t we agree, I''ll call you Bruce, and you call me Manyun?"


    "You know that''s not what I care about!"


    "Of course they know what you care about. However, if you want to know the answer, come and find me at Yuelai Villa."


    "There are so many people there, I''m not interested. Change the place!"


    "Okay, people just listen to you! I have a villa in the Bishui Manor in Chang-ping, you can go there if you like!"


    "That''s it! However, I''m not in the capital now. I''ll call you when I get back!"


    "The people are waiting for you!"


    Guo Shouyun hung up the phone and looked at the night scene of Tanzhou under the neon lantern shade outside the window, his eyes became deep.


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 Chapter 462： Clearwater Manor

    Chapter 462: Clear Water Manor


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    "Boss, how are you...?"


    "It''s nothing, I didn''t rest well last night." Guo Shouyun rubbed his face, "Is something wrong?"


    Wu Xiaojing hurriedly handed over the documents in his hand, "This is the contract for the 1,200-megawatt increase in installed capacity of the second phase of the Jinyang Power Plant in Greater China of Enron Pacific Corporation just received!"


    "Put it on the desk first, I''ll look at it later!"


    "Yes!"


    "Is there any news from Mango TV?"


    "not yet!"


    After a brief consideration, "Xiaojing, see if Zeng Liqing and the others are up. If they are up, ask them to come see me after breakfast."


    "I''ll go right away! ... By the way, boss, what do you have for breakfast?"


    "It''s the same as yesterday. Fried dough sticks, steamed buns, soy milk, pickles and spring onions mixed with tofu."


    "After coming to Huaxia, you seem to eat this every day!"


    "This is much better than milk soy milk! Go!"


    After Wu Xiaojing responded, she turned around and walked out.


    After simple washing and cleaning, Wu Xiaojing brought the hotel''s waiter to bring breakfast in. After he had eaten, Zeng Liqing and the others also arrived.


    "boss!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he waved his hand, "Sit down and talk!"


    After the three of them sat down one by one, "There are some urgent matters in the capital that I need to go back to deal with, so the cooperation between Tanzhou and Mango TV will be handed over to you. Zeng Liqing, Penguin Film and Television is the main producer of "Super Girl". unit, so the next negotiation will be dominated by you. Chen Zebin and Wu Lixuan, you two will support. In addition, the top three of "Super Girl" this time must be signed by our Warner Records. Of course, if there are very good ones in the top ten Seeds can also be signed.��


    "Understood!" Chen Zebin nodded quickly.


    "Old Wu, your task is the lightest, but it is also the most important. Whether ''Wanglaoji Herbal Tea'' can become an instant hit across the country depends on the ratings of "Super Girl", so don''t take it lightly."


    "Yes!"


    "The specific negotiating conditions, we have discussed many times before, and will not be discussed here."


    "Boss, now Penguin Films only has the TV series production department. We have no experience in the production of variety shows, in case...!" Zeng Liqing hesitated.


    "Nothing in case! No matter how much you spend, the program must be the best. As for the production team of the variety show, I brought you to Tanzhou, not just for the negotiation of "Super Girl". Several variety shows on Mango Satellite TV The ratings in the country are good, and the production team is also very good, won''t you try to dig it?"


    "What about Mango TV?"


    "Cold salad! Wait until the contract of "Super Girl" is negotiated before starting. Even if they are angry in the later stage, but if the program broadcasts well, this dumb loss, they don''t want to eat it and they will eat it. Also, Mango TV''s "Happy Camp" "The host team is good. If possible, hire He Yu to be the host of "Super Girl"."


    Among the hosts of Huaxia, He Yu, who has a ''baby face'', has an affinity that surpasses almost everyone else. If "Super Girl" wants to become a hit, ''Mr. He'' must be an indispensable weight.


    After Zeng Liqing nodded, Guo Shouyun turned his eyes, "Old Chen, how is your communication with that ~ Ying, Zhang Hui~ sister?"


    "If you come forward in person, of course they will not refuse. In addition, Guo Fucheng also agreed."


    "Very good. With the drainage of these first-line Chinese singers, the attention of "Super Girl" will definitely increase significantly." Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction.


    "Old Zeng, I''ll give you a production fee of 100 million yuan for "Super Girl". I want every episode of it to be a masterpiece created by conscience!"


    "Tencent doesn''t have so much money?"


    "If you don''t have enough money to issue bonds, I''ll buy them!"


    Zeng Liqing had no opinion. 100 million Huaxia Coins is a huge sum of money for the current Tencent, but for the big BOSS in front of it, it is just a drizzle.


    "Also, the final finals will be held at the Jingcheng Workers Gymnasium!"


    "Will this be too much?" Zeng Liqing asked in surprise.


    "If you want to do it, you have to do your best. Also, don''t you think this gimmick is very attractive?"


    "If we don''t have that many audiences, we would be embarrassed!" Zeng Liqing said with a wry smile.


    "Have you forgotten our judges? Just let Na Ying and Guo Fucheng sing two songs, and the gymnasium is also full."


    Zeng Liqing has no comments!


    "Okay, the topic of "Super Girl" will come here first. If you encounter problems that you can''t solve during the implementation process, call me again."


    Hearing this, Zeng Liqing and the three wisely got up and said goodbye. After Guo Shouyun sent them away, he called Martin and told him that he was leaving Tanzhou.


    When Martin asked the reason, he just used his work as an excuse, and did not say the real reason.


    After arranging everything in Tanzhou, Guo Shouyun took his secretary and bodyguards in the afternoon and returned to the capital on his own private jet ''Kunpeng''.


    "I''m back, see you tonight!"


    "Okay, I''ll send the full address to your phone in a moment!"


    "Um!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun waited for a while, and soon a text message appeared in front of him.


    "Matthew, get ready. Come out with me in an hour and a half."


    "Okay, I''ll make arrangements!"


    "Need not!"


    "But last time...!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted him with a wave of his hand, "This time is different from last time, it''s alright!"


    From several exchanges with Qiu Manyun, Guo Shouyun can feel that she has got what she wants. In this case, it''s useless to bring about manpower.


    "Yes!" After answering, Matthew was still a little unwilling to say, "Then I will prepare another gun!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Time passed quickly, and an hour and a half passed in a blink of an eye. As the sky darkened, the black Mercedes-Benz drove out of the courtyard and headed towards Shahe under the cover of night.


    Bishui Manor, a villa area developed one after another in 1994, opened in the second phase in 2000. Although it was built earlier and has flaws in design, the natural properties of the villa still allow it to have superior habitability. Moreover, Huaxia has not yet introduced a bill to comprehensively restrict the development of single-family villas. Therefore, the plot ratio of the manor is less than 0.2%! Among them, the top villas have a usable area of ??nearly 600 square meters, and the garden area reaches an astonishing 3,000 square meters!


    At the beginning, Rebecca had recommended this community to Guo Shouyun, but in comparison, he still preferred the courtyard house, so he gave up.


    Because there has been communication. Therefore, Guo Shouyun''s car was unobstructed all the way, and soon stopped outside a luxurious villa with obvious American style.


    Looking at the dimly lit villa under the shadow of the trees, Guo Shouyun took a slight breath.


    "Boss, the door is open!"


    "go in!"


    After a response, Matthew turned the steering wheel and the car drove into the villa.


    After the car stopped, Guo Shouyun pushed it away. At this time, Qiu Manyun, who was standing on the steps, wearing a dark purple tunic long coat, black tight-fitting trousers and red high heels, greeted him.


    "You finally came!"


    Qiu Manyun held Guo Shouyun''s left arm with his hands like a snake.


    Looking at this charming, charming and charming woman, Guo Shouyun hesitated for a while, but did not push her away.


    "Let''s go, come with me! ... Oh, by the way, Tie Ying, Tie Hu, take the friend at the back to rest!"


    "Yes, miss!"


    Following behind Qiu Manyun, the two ugly men who once had a relationship with each other, responded with a loud voice, and walked towards Matthew.


    "You two guys better stay away from me!"


    With Matthew''s angry voice, the pistol on his waist was instantly held in his hand.


    Qiu Manyun sighed like blue, and whispered in Guo Shouyun''s ear: "Your people, you can do it!"


    After looking at her, Guo Shouyun took a breath.


    "Matthew, put the gun down!"


    "boss��?!"


    "It''s okay, I don''t think Miss Qiu has any ill will towards me!"


    "Hee hee, it''s too late for people to love you, how could there be malice!"


    "Yes!"


    After agreeing in a muffled voice, Matthew put away the Beretta pistol in his hand, "Boss, I don''t want to go with them, I''ll stay here."


    "Well! Don''t forget to rest!"


    "clear!"


    "Let''s go!" After he finished speaking, Qiu Manyun walked towards the villa with Guo Shouyun''s arms in his arms.


    After walking up the stairs and opening the door, the coldness of early spring in March was instantly dissipated by the warmth in the room. After closing the door, Qiu Manyun took off her coat and hung it on the hanger next to her. The tight-fitting thin sweater in deep red almost perfectly showed her plump breasts, fat buttocks, and curvy figure with a strong waist. UU reading


    At this moment, even Liu Xiahui will be attracted by the woman who is even more charming in front of her. Moreover, what made Guo Shouyun even more angry was that Qiu Manyun was obviously not wearing underwear under his sweater. Two bulges on the chest, almost clearly visible.


    Noticing his eyes, Qiu Manyun''s pink tongue slowly licked his lips, and his big watery eyes revealed endless charm and temptation.


    Guo Shouyun took a deep breath, "Don''t overestimate my willpower, or you can only suffer!"


    Qiu Manyun went around behind him, stretched out his arms to hug his tiger waist, leaned his body against his strong back and said with a light smile: "I''m not afraid, what are you afraid of! Besides, it can make me look at it now. There''s no one else but you!"


    Feeling the huge softness behind him, resisting the urge to turn back and overwhelm this **** goblin, Guo Shouyun pushed away the two arms around his waist and stepped forward.


    "Wait a moment!"


    After stopping Guo Shouyun, Qiu Manyun walked around in front of him, gave him a charming glance, and reached out to take off his jacket.


    "The temperature in the room was close to 25 and it was too hot to wear it!"


    Allowing her to take off her coat and hang it on a hanger, Guo Shouyun didn''t stop, and continued forward to the living room. Going around the screen, two familiar, tall and beautiful figures appeared in front of them. ...


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 Chapter 463： Ji Hong Ji Zheng

    Chapter four hundred and sixty third season red season zheng


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    Ji Hong and Ji Zheng, one of the two sisters is wearing the same style as Qiu Manyun, but in a black thin sweater and black trousers; the other is wearing a loose white plaid shirt with lapel collar and blue skinny jeans.


    Although the two have almost the same appearance, Guo Shouyun can quickly see who is the elder sister and who is the younger sister from their completely different expressions!


    When the two sisters saw the man who had taken away their virginity again, the expressions on their pretty faces became complicated. However, compared to her elder sister Ji Hong, Ji Zheng, who is simple-minded, is more shy.


    Qiu Manyun, who followed to the living room, glanced back and forth on both sides, and said with a coquettish smile: "Everyone is not an outsider, let''s sit down."


    After taking a breath and calming down his slightly ups and downs, Guo Shouyun strode over to the two sisters and gave them a deep look. Under his deep gaze, even Ji Hong, who had a cold expression, couldn''t help lowering his head. As for Ji Zheng next to him, he has long since become a ''quail'' with red ears.


    Guo Shouyun, who didn''t see the panic in his eyes, held the hands of the two sisters from left to right and let them sit on both sides of him. Now that things have happened, he is not ready to shirk responsibility. And even for the sake of the child''s future happiness, he must make a real relationship between himself and the Ji sisters. Otherwise, it is difficult to raise outstanding offspring in a cold family.


    Ji Hong and Ji Zheng, who had already accepted their own destiny, did not resist Guo Shouyun.


    And Qiu Manyun, who saw this scene next to him, was not only happy, but also jealous. However, her mind was obviously more determined and mature, and she quickly raised her hand to applaud.


    "It''s a perfect match. Bruce, you should really thank me!"


    "I''ll thank you ''well'' in the future! But now bring what I want first!" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    Although he heard the deep meaning of his words, Qiu Manyun didn''t care. After a pretty smile, he opened the drawer next to him and took out a file bag.


    "These are the test results of the three most famous obstetrics and gynecology hospitals in the capital. Take a look!"


    Guo Shouyun was not polite, took it over and opened it and looked at it from the back. The contents of the file were the same as he had guessed before.


    "If you don''t believe it, you can take Ji Hong and Ji Zheng to test it yourself!"


    "No, I believe it!" Guo Shouyun shook his head and refused.


    He is not a fool. Going to test again will undoubtedly put a knife in the hearts of the Ji sisters. Apart from increasing the difficulty of bridging the relationship between the two parties in the future, there will not be much benefit. Instead, it is better to wait for the first half of the year, when you can see the results without checking. And in half a year, even if the results of the three-point test are fake, it won''t be too much for Qiu Manyun to get some benefits.


    Compared with the loss of hundreds of millions or billions of Chinese coins, the current Guo Shouyun valued feelings more.


    After he finished speaking, he clearly felt the trembling from the two delicate bodies next to him.


    And his affirmative tone and expression also made Qiu Manyun''s eyes flash a trace of complexity.


    "Bruce, you are so strong, you actually let their sisters get pregnant at the same time...!"


    "Tell me about your conditions, don''t mention anything that doesn''t matter!" Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    "Conditions? I don''t have too specific conditions. I just hope that you, a business genius, can help me develop two companies, ''Jinyuan Jewelry'' and ''Jiabao Clothing''!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took out a pen from his pocket, wrote his email address and handed it over.


    "Send me the information of the two companies and try to be as detailed as possible. After reading it, I will give you the answer."


    "They will send it to you as soon as possible." After taking a look, Qiu Manyun said happily.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and turned his attention to the women on the left and right.


    "Since you two are pregnant, you should pay attention to your health. I won''t interfere with your work, but don''t go to the previous company. ... Ji Zheng, what do you like to do?"


    Ji Zheng raised her head and looked at her two sisters. After noticing the eyes of the man beside her, she lowered her head with a blushing face and whispered, "I...I like raising small animals!"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment and then looked at this innocent girl, and couldn''t help but feel pity in his heart. Men have never had much resistance to gentle women.


    "How about I open a pet store for you?"


    "Is it really possible?"


    Looking at her happy smile and expectant eyes, Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    "Thank you!"


    "Remember, I will be your husband in the future, so I don''t need to say thank you!" Guo Shouyun explained.


    "Um!"


    After nodding lightly, looking at the gentle and tolerant eyes of the man in front of him, most of Ji Zheng''s panic and shyness disappeared inexplicably.


    Reaching out his left hand to hold her waist, Guo Shouyun turned his head after pulling it into his arms.


    "Ji Hong, what do you want to do?"


    Compared with her younger sister, Ji Hong is obviously more mature and calm, and she is more calm when facing Guo Shouyun.


    "I want to be a strong woman like Sister Hong!"


    This answer was expected by Guo Shouyun. Because according to the data he investigated, Ji Hong, a top student in the Economics and Management Department of the National People''s Congress, did not lose his scholarship every year, and he continued to work part-time, with a stronger personality than men. Such people have a firm and persistent pursuit of success!


    "What industry do you want to be in?"


    ��Hotel and high end dining!��


    Guo Shouyun originally thought that she would talk about jewelry, clothing and cosmetics. After all, this is the favorite industry of many female entrepreneurs and the place they are most familiar with.


    "Why choose these two industries?"


    "China''s tourism industry has developed rapidly. From 1992 to 2002, the average annual tourist population growth rate was 17.8%! In 2002, it reached an astonishing 878 million person-times. If the number of inbound tourists is counted, it is close to 1 billion. Growth is an opportunity for the development of the hotel industry. In addition, with the growth of domestic per capita income, the demand for high-end catering by the wealthy population is also increasing. However, there are currently few well-known brands of high-end Western and Chinese food in China, and there is a gap between supply and demand. Balance, if we can seize this opportunity to expand this market first and form a brand reputation, then in the future we will take the lead in high-end catering and get rich returns.��


    Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment and then nodded. There are indeed good opportunities for hotels and high-end dining. In fact, now all walks of life in China are opportunities, but it is just a matter of ability and capital, resulting in that those who can seize these opportunities are often a few of the few.


    "Hotels and high-end restaurants are really good opportunities. But compared to those first movers, what advantages do you think you have to beat them in this industry? Also, do you have experience in these two industries?"


    "When I was studying, I had been working part-time at the Hilton Hotel. I was a front desk at first, and then I worked as a lobby manager and restaurant manager. I can''t say how much I know about the hotel and high-end catering industry. But at least I''m no stranger, and I am confident that I can do it well. As for the advantage, you are my advantage!"


    Looking at the calm and confident face in front of him, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "You''re not shy at all."


    "I''m already pregnant with your child, and it''s impossible for me to marry another man in my life. There''s no need to avoid anything!"


    "Since you say that, if I don''t give you support, it will make me ruthless." After a little pondering, "Well, you can write me a detailed investment report on hotels and restaurants. If I read it, there is no problem. , then I will invest in a high-end hotel for you to operate, if your performance can satisfy me. In terms of funds and talents, I will give you more support. "


    Hearing this, Ji Hong, who had always looked calm, finally had waves on her pretty face.


    "Thank you!"


    "No need to thank you. When the baby is born, we will be a family!"


    "What a sweet picture, Bruce, don''t forget me as a matchmaker!"


    Looking at Qiu Manyun across from him, "Of course I won''t forget about you. ... Well, I just came back from Tanzhou, and I''m already here. I''m already very tired. Pack a room for me, I want to rest!"


    "Welcome! But what about that stubborn donkey out there?"


    "My people will naturally be solved by me."


    Saying that, Guo Aiyun took out the phone and called Matthew. After a few simple words, he was relieved.


    "By the way, the night is long, don''t you need someone to accompany you?"


    "I don''t mind putting you to sleep if you want!"


    Qiu Manyun''s expression froze. Seeing her like this, Guo Shouyun stood up directly, pulling the Ji sisters to stand up.


    "Tonight, they accompany me!"


    Although he said that, Guo Shouyun didn''t really want to fight with Ji Hong and Ji Zheng. After all, both of them were pregnant with their own children, and he didn''t want to just try to have a good time and have bad consequences. Pull the two sisters, just chat with them to enhance the relationship. Of course, after sleeping in a bed for a long time, the feelings will naturally fall asleep.


    The next day, after having breakfast at Qiu Manyun, Guo Shouyun took Matthew and left the Bishui Manor.


    He didn''t return overnight, and Wu Xiaojing and Wang Jue didn''t dare to ask any more questions.


    "Boss, I received a call this morning claiming to be Pang Yuchun. He said that the seal you left in the ''Xianyantang'' has been engraved and asked you to pick it up. Or you can tell the address and he will deliver it to you in person."


    Guo Shouyun just wanted to say let him send it over, but he changed his words again.


    "Call and tell him, I''ll go get it myself!"


    "Yes!"


    "Matthew, let''s go!"


    "Are you going now?" Wang Jue was not only surprised when he saw Guo Shouyun who had just left home.


    "What, is there anything else?"


    "No, but you just came back...!"


    "It''s ok!"


    After waving his hand, Guo Shouyun took Matthew out of the courtyard again.


    Fortunately, the capital in 2003 was not too crowded, so Guo Shouyun took about 40 minutes to stand in front of Xianyantang again. ...


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 Chapter 464： Emerald

    Chapter 464 Emerald


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    "Mr. Guo, why bother you to come in person, please come in!"


    After receiving the call, Pang Yuchun, who was waiting at the door, saw Guo Shouyun and hurriedly greeted him.


    When he came to the second floor again, Guo Shouyun said, "Where''s the stuff?"


    "Wait a minute, I''ll get it for you right away!"


    After he nodded, Pang Yuchun came back in just five minutes. Still the same sandalwood box he had seen that day.


    "Mr. Guo, please appreciate it!"


    Pang Yuchun opened the box and pushed it in front of Guo Shouyun. When he picked up the Tian Huang seal in the box, Pang Yuchun had already smartly put the ink pad and paper on the table.


    After dipping some ink pads, Guo Shouyun expanded on the paper, and soon the running script of "professionalism is diligent and diligent, and action is accomplished by thinking and ruined by following" appeared in front of him. The font is smooth, and it is exactly the same as what he has written before. This shows the superb skills of the engraver!


    "good!"


    "Master Qi Hongguang is the master of the Northern Carving, and the seal he engraved is definitely not wrong!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, played with the Tian Huang seal in his hand, put it away again, and handed it to Matthew next to him.


    "Boss Pang, I heard that you are the antique shop with the most good things in Sijiu City?"


    "It''s all taken care of by friends. However, if I really want to say good things, apart from a few old shops such as Rongbaozhai and Yidege, I can definitely be called the ''Top Three'' at Xianyantang!"


    "That''s good! ... I want some top materials of Hetian jade and jade, do you have it here?"


    "I do have some good materials for Hetian jade and jadeite here, but I don''t know if Mr. Guo is referring to the top materials...?"


    "Hetian mutton fat jade, imperial green, pigeon''s blood red, chicken oil yellow, purple eyes of jade glass grade, and it must be a big material that can be used as a bracelet!"


    "This..., Mr. Guo, the materials you mentioned are the top grades of Hetian jade and jadeite, which are rare in the market." Pang Yuchun looked puzzled.


    "Aren''t you here either?"


    "I have a piece of emerald glass and imperial green here, but I can only make a few ring faces, and I can''t make the bracelet you want! ... However, if Mr. Guo wants it, I know a place where I might go and have a look...! "


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Then Boss Pang will lead the way. Don''t worry, if there are really good materials that I like, I will not be less of your agency fee!"


    "Look at what you said, you are my big customer. If I can help you, I will define it!"


    Despite this, Pang Yuchun did not refuse Guo Shouyun''s intermediary fee.


    After paying the remaining balance of the emperor''s seal, Chenghua Doucai Tianzi jar, and Li Keran''s "Red Mountains" Chinese painting, Pang Yuchun took Guo Shouyun and left Xianyantang.


    "Mr. Guo, I''ll show you later that this man is called ''Ghost Eyes Zhang'', who is a master in the stone gambling industry! In the 1980s and 1990s, every year in the Myanmar public market, he could cut the top glass species. The material of the emperor green level. However, because the limelight was too strong, something happened in the middle. Therefore, after 1995, he rarely shot again. But even so, the good jade material in his hand must be in the whole city of 49 the most!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and pondered for a while, "You said something happened to him, do you know what happened?"


    "It''s not very clear. But there are rumors that it has something to do with the warlords in Burma, but no one knows whether it is or not! ... Mr. Guo, please don''t bring this up in front of you, or he will just drive away. people!"


    "I understand, don''t worry!"


    "Turn over that intersection ahead and enter the second door on the left." Pang Yuchun nodded while still not forgetting to show Matthew the way.


    "right here?"


    Guo Shouyun asked after looking at the courtyard outside the car window.


    "That''s it. Wait a minute, I''ll call the door!"


    When the words fell, Pang Yuchun got out of the car quickly and came to the closed gate of the courtyard and rang the doorbell. Not long after, the vermilion wooden door that had been closed slowly opened.


    Obviously, this secluded courtyard, like his home, still retains its quaint appearance, but everything inside is modernized.


    After the courtyard door opened, Guo Shouyun also pushed open the car door and walked out.


    "Mr. Guo, please!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looked up at the surveillance camera at the oblique corner, walked up the stairs, passed through the Manzi Gate, and walked in.


    After bypassing the face embossed ''Fu'' and the shadow wall with four bats embossed at the four corners, there is a central hall with complete left and right wing rooms; a standard courtyard with bluestone paving in the patio and some green plants. Looking at the arches on the left and right sides of the main hall, it is obvious that there is a middle courtyard or a backyard behind.


    When Guo Shouyun walked in, a middle-aged man in his thirties wearing a Tang suit also walked out of the main hall.


    At this time, Pang Yuchun, who is the middleman, is naturally bound to.


    "Bao Chao, is Master Zhang at home?"


    "exist!"


    "That''s great. This is Boss Guo, an overseas Chinese, who wants to get some materials from Mr. Zhang."


    Bao Chao looked at Guo Shouyun and Matthew who was following behind him, and nodded slightly, "Please come with me!"


    "Boss Guo, please!" Pang Yuchun with a flattering expression gave way to the first.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun didn''t bother to waste his time and walked straight ahead.


    Walking behind Bao Chao into the main hall, the decoration style inside is undoubtedly Chinese. However, some modifications have been made to incorporate modern elements.


    After a brief look, he sat on the Taishi chair on the left under the host''s hospitality.


    "Please wait a moment, our gentleman will be here soon!"


    Bao Chao''s words just fell when he heard footsteps from far and near outside the door. Not long ago, a half-hundred-year-old man who wore a black coat, had a medium build, had a thin face, had a short beard on his chin, and had a ferocious scar from the corner of his left eye to his temples, which gave off a stern look, walked in.


    "Master Zhang, this is the guest brought by Boss Pang!"


    "Master Zhang!"


    After nodding to Pang Yuchun with a philistine smile on his face, the visitor focused his attention on Guo Shouyun behind him. After a brief examination, he stepped forward.


    "Old Zhang Guishan, I don''t know what to call your distinguished guests?"


    "Guo Shouyun, it''s a pleasure to meet Mr. Zhang!"


    The two shook hands, and after a brief exchange of eyes, they smiled and let go.


    "Your honored guests come to the door, my yard is also full of brilliance. ... Please take a seat!"


    "thanks!"


    After a few simple words of courtesy, everyone took their seats.


    "The guests brought by Boss Pang basically buy jade materials. Would you like to come to Mr. Guo?"


    "Not bad. But I only want the top jade material. And I can still make a bracelet."


    Zhang Guishan nodded, "The price of good materials is not cheap."


    "As long as things satisfy me, money is not a problem!"


    After taking a deep look at the young and confident Guo Shouyun, Zhang Guishan glanced at Pang Yuchun next to him, and after receiving the affirmative look in the latter''s eyes, he smiled slightly.


    "Since Mr. Guo is so generous, then I will not hide it." After the words were finished, Zhang Guishan stood up, "Mr. Guo, please come with me!"


    "Please!"


    Originally, Guo Shouyun thought that Zhang Guishan would take him to the special reception hall in the back. But he never thought that the other party just took him to the door of the side room on the right.


    After Zhang Guishan opened the wooden door of the side room, what appeared in front of Guo Shouyun was not an open room, but a silver-white password door.


    Except for him and Matthew, there was no difference in the faces of the other people present, obviously they had seen it many times before.


    With Zhang Guishan proficient in verifying the iris and palm print, the silver-white password door popped open a crack, and then Bao Chao stepped forward and pushed it open.


    "Mr. Guo, please!"


    After simply calming down the surprise in his heart, Guo Shouyun walked in behind Zhang Guishan. Inside is a secret room of about 50 square meters, all surrounded by solid steel. Such a place is not as good as a bank vault, but it is sufficient for private individuals.


    After briefly surveying the almost airtight room, Guo Shouyun was attracted by the jadeites on the display racks around him.


    I have always heard of ''red, jade and green jade'', but this time Guo Shouyun really saw it. The three-tier display shelves around the room are filled with emeralds of different colors, but under the illumination of the lights, they glitter with attractive brilliance. Among them are the rare violets, smurfs and chanterelles.


    Although Guo Shouyun has no special hobby for jewelry, he is inevitably excited to be among hundreds of high-end jadeite materials.


    "Mr. Guo, choose whatever you like, and let Bao Chao take it down for you!"


    "No, I only want the best. That is, full jade of the glass species or the same type of jade material of other colors!"


    "Mr. Guo is very persistent."


    After smiling, Zhang Guishan took two steps forward and walked to the center of the room, where Guo Shouyun thought was the booth and operated a few times. Soon the booth, 5 meters long, 2.2 meters wide and 1.3 meters high, opened slowly, revealing seven glass showcases inside. Under the illumination of spotlights, the seven jadeites inside were extremely beautiful. The moment he saw them, Guo Shouyun suddenly felt that those jadeites that had been placed on the shelf before had become worthless rubble in comparison with these seven pieces!


    "Probably these will satisfy Mr. Guo!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction, "This is what I want! However, can Mr. Zhang introduce me? My understanding of jadeite is very limited!"


    "Of course! ... These seven jadeites are all glass ground. One is purple eye, one is Smurf, these two are imperial green, and this one is pigeon''s blood red."


    After noticing Zhang Guishan''s pause, Guo Shouyun asked, "Where are the remaining two pieces?"


    "These two pieces are the most special, one is called ''Tie Longsheng'' and the other is called ''Fire Phoenix''."


    Guo Shouyun looked at the two pieces of jadeite that were translucent and flawless under the white spotlight, as if condensed fat. "With such a unique name, it should be different from the five pieces of jadeite in front of you, right?"


    After Zhang Guishan nodded, "To evaluate the quality of a piece of jade, we generally look at four aspects: seed, water, ground, and color. Seed and ground represent the internal structure of jade. The finer the structure, the older and cleaner the seed. Water is the clarity. The higher the clarity, the better the jade. The color is the color of the jade. The more correct the color, the higher the value. They are all similar, representing the transparency and clarity of jadeite. For example, the glass type is imperial green, and the ice type is full of jade.��


    "As for these ''Tie Longsheng'' and ''Fire Phoenix'', they are the top-ranked emeralds in terms of purity, transparency, and color among red, emerald, and green emeralds.


    "Are they different from the glass species Imperial Green?" Guo Shouyun asked curiously.


    "Of course it is different. The glass type imperial green has the highest level of purity and transparency, and there is no variegation in the color. But compared with ''Tielongsheng'', the jadeite color of the glass type imperial green is lighter and not rich enough."


    Guo Shouyun compared the two jadeites and found that it was exactly as the other party said. Tie Longsheng is much fuller than the two imperial greens next to him.


    "What''s the price?"


    Optimistic about something, of course, to ask the price.


    "The market price of a glass-type imperial green bracelet is around 10 million. If it is the more rare ''Tielongsheng'', the price doubles, shouldn''t Mr. Guo think it''s too much?"


    Since the promise that "price is not a problem" was promised at the beginning, Guo Shouyun did not intend to go back on it.


    "Not too much!"


    "That''s good! ... This piece of ''Tielongsheng'' can make at least three bracelets, and the rest of the material can make more than 20 ring noodles. The ''Fire Phoenix'' next to it can also make at least seven bracelets And forty ring noodles. Mr. Guo is so generous, I will give you the materials for ring noodles. Therefore, you can take all these two materials as long as you give me 200 million Huaxia coins. "


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Okay, I want something."


    Seeing that he made the decision so easily, Zhang Guishan frowned slightly Mr. Guo, do you really intend to take it all? "


    No wonder he asked that. Although he usually contacts a lot of rich people. But these people are not jewelry companies, just for their own hobbies, spending 10 to 20 million is already the sky. He had never seen someone like Guo Shouyun who didn''t frown at two hundred million. Coupled with Guo Shouyun''s youthful appearance, Zhang Guishan was inevitably hesitant.


    "Master Zhang, this Mr. Guo is of Chinese American descent. His money is in US dollars, and his net worth is tens of billions, so it''s not bad at all!" Pang Yuchun, who had some knowledge of Guo Shouyun''s identity, quickly explained.


    Zhang Guishan''s expression changed, looking at Guo Shouyun with some surprise and a hint of disbelief. After a while, he slowly said: "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to be young, and he is indeed a dragon and a phoenix!"


    "Wonderful! Can these two pieces of jadeite be sold to me now?"


    "Of course! As long as Mr. Guo can pay, I, Zhang Guishan, will naturally not break my promise."


    "Okay, please come with me. 200 million is not a small amount, we have to go to the bank to handle it!"


    "No problem. Bao Chao, take out the two pieces of material and pack them!"


    "Yes!"


    "Mr. Guo, let''s go out and wait for a while. Don''t worry, it will be fine soon!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, turned and walked out of the secret room. ...


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 Chapter 465： Zhongyu Building

    Chapter 465 Zhongyu Building


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    "Here! Let''s get off!"


    Zhang Guishan, who got off from the car behind, hurried over.


    "Mr. Guo, why don''t we go to other banks?"


    "My Huaxia currency assets are basically stored in this bank, so if I want to transfer money to Mr. Zhang, I can only come here."


    After the words fell, Guo Shouyun smiled and walked in. Looking at his back, Zhang Guishan frowned, looked up at the plaque next to "Han Hua Bank Capital Branch", and quickly followed.


    Seeing Guo Shouyun coming in, the receptionist in the lobby next to him hurriedly greeted him.


    "Sir, what business do you want to do?"


    "Transfer!"


    "Okay. Please come here to get your number first!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "The amount of funds I want to transfer is very large, and the window in the lobby can''t handle it, so let your manager come!"


    The receptionist saw that he was not dressed like a normal person, so he nodded quickly.


    "Please wait a moment!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, she quickly found a young woman wearing a black lady''s suit, with short ears, and a capable temperament.


    "Manager, it''s this gentleman."


    "Hello, I''m Chen Yue, the lobby manager of the bank. Do you need a large-value transfer?"


    "Yes!"


    "Okay, please come with me!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and followed her to the third floor from the elevator next to her. After the latter took them into a VIP room, "please wait a moment, our account manager will be here soon."


    "Let your president also come, the funds I want to transfer are 200 million!"


    Chen Yue''s eyes widened instantly. She has been working in Hanhua Bank for nearly two years, and she has never seen a customer who transfers so much money at once.


    "You... are you serious?"


    "Of course!" After nodding, Guo Shouyun took out a crystal card from his pocket and handed it over.


    "Show this to your boss and he will understand!"


    Chen Yue took it, looked at the crystal clear card in his hand, and looked a little shocked at Guo Shouyun''s expression. This was the first time she saw the legendary crystal card. Compared with the relatively clear issuance conditions of ordinary cards, gold cards and diamond cards, there are no clear regulations for the issuance of crystal cards. The only one is through the approval of all the board of directors of Hanhua Holdings Group, in order to get this kind of bank card representing identity and status.


    And this kind of card can not only overdraft 100 million Huaxia coins in Hanhua Bank, but also enjoy the top private banking services!


    Resisting the urge to go back and look at the serial number, Chen Yue nodded nervously, excitedly, and curiously.


    "Please wait a moment!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, she hurried out with the bank card in her hand.


    "Mr. Zhang, Boss Pang, please take a seat!"


    After Zhang Guishan sat down, "Mr. Guo, should this bank support inter-bank transfers?"


    "Of course! Hanhua and Huaxia, as well as the world''s major banks, can conduct inter-bank transfers, but a certain handling fee will be charged!"


    Zhang Guishan frowned, but he also knew that this was inevitable.


    "Why don''t Mr. Zhang open an account here? This not only eliminates the handling fee, but also eliminates the troublesome exchange of foreign currency when traveling and living abroad, as well as shopping. It is very convenient to withdraw money in other places. In addition, the private banking service of Hanhua Bank is The world''s top one can effectively guarantee the preservation and appreciation of Mr. Zhang''s capital!"


    Zhang Guishan nodded, "Mr. Guo seems to know this bank very well?"


    "Of course, because I''m also its customer!"


    Hearing this, Pang Yuchun next to him opened his mouth, but when he opened his mouth, he was interrupted by the sound of hurried footsteps from outside.


    When everyone was attracted by it, a middle-aged man in a dark blue suit and gold glasses walked in in a hurry.


    Li Junyi saw the figure sitting on the sofa, the same as the last time he held a meeting at the Hong Kong headquarters, and hurriedly walked over.


    "Hello BOSS, I''m Li Junyi, manager of the Beijing branch of Hanhua Bank!"


    After getting up and taking the bank card handed over by him, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "I remember seeing you in Hong Kong."


    "Yes! I am very impressed by the ''Analysis of China''s Financial Situation and Future Development'' you talked about!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I want to transfer money to this gentleman, please do me a favor."


    "Okay!"


    After answering, Li Junyi turned his eyes to Zhang Guishan.


    "Sir, do you have an account with our Hanhua Bank?"


    "No!" After glancing at Guo Shouyun next to him, Zhang Guishan shook his head.


    "I suggest that you open an account with us." With that, Li Junyi opened his own folder and handed Zhang Guishan an exquisite booklet from it.


    ����We, Hanhua Bank, is a multinational bank with branches in 23 countries including China, Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia and India. It provides financial services such as deposits and loans, asset management, and financial management to 8 million users around the world, and provides global 280,000 high-net-worth customers provide comprehensive private banking services. In the first quarter of 2003, we managed 27.3 billion Chinese currency, achieving a monthly growth of 12.8%, ranking among the top ten among thousands of banks in the Asia-Pacific region...! "


    Li Junyi talked eloquently and performed hard in front of the big boss, hoping to take the rare opportunity to win the big customer Zhang Guishan, deepen his impression on the big boss, and get better opportunities in his career.


    Guo Shouyun also saw his plan, but he was happy to see things that were good for Hanhua. Moreover, an ambitious subordinate is much stronger than a fish belly.


    Zhang Guishan looked at the information in his hand, and glanced at Guo Shouyun, who was busy beside him. He is not a fool, he can see the unusual relationship between this young man and Han Hua Bank.


    After a brief consideration, "your bank is really good. Well, I will leave 50 million with you, and you will transfer the rest to this account."


    Taking over the VIP card from the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Li Junyi was a little disappointed because he didn''t do his best, but luckily he didn''t get anything.


    "Okay. Please fill out this form, and we will plan a detailed wealth management plan for you according to your risk acceptance level!"


    After Zhang Guishan finished filling, Li Junyi began to recommend different funds based on his risk tolerance.


    Of course, these funds do not belong to Han Hua Bank, but are affiliated to Han Hua Fund and Han Hua Capital. The two are an open-end fund, a private equity fund, and a hedge fund ''Mung Seed'', basically satisfying all customers in the wealth management and asset management needs.


    Maybe it was because Li Junyi''s detailed explanations and the contagiousness of his words were strong enough, Pang Yuchun couldn''t help but open an account in Hanhua Bank, and then took out 6 million for financial management.


    By the time all this was done, it was already noon. At this time, in Huaxia''s etiquette, lunch must be indispensable. Therefore, Zhang Guishan, who made a lot of money, proposed to treat guests, and took Guo Shouyun and Pang Yuchun to find a high-end restaurant and ate an authentic Beijing meal.


    Originally, in the afternoon, Guo Shouyun planned to have Pang Yuchun take him to a jade carving master in the capital to carve ''Tie Longsheng'' and ''Fire Phoenix'' into jade ornaments. But Xing Zhiping''s phone call forced him to change his itinerary.


    Looking at the back of him leaving, Zhang Guishan turned his head and said, "Old Pang, I didn''t ask when I was at the table just now. Now you should tell me the origin of this Mr. Guo?"


    "Master Zhang, this person has a great background, and he can''t tell for a while. Why don''t we change the place, and I''ll tell you in detail!"


    "Alright. Last year''s Xianyantang, it''s also close here!"


    "Okay, please!"


    Skip Zhang Guishan''s reaction and decision after learning about Guo Shouyun''s background. After Guo Shouyun left, he drove directly to Sanlitun, where the Zhongyu Building is located.


    "boss!"


    After saying hello to Xing Zhiping, after taking the safety helmet in his hand and putting it on, he looked at the building that was surrounded by iron sheets, more than 100 meters high, built of reinforced concrete, and the main construction had been completed.


    "This is Zhongyu Building?"


    "Yes!"


    "Go, go in and see!"


    Passing through the isolation belt, there are piles of construction waste and large pieces of withered grass, mixed with all kinds of garbage, and it is almost difficult to settle. When they passed through this garbage dump with difficulty and came to the main body of the building, the situation inside was not much cleaner than the outside.


    It wasn''t until a few floors up that things got much better. But because there is no elevator, several people did not climb too high.


    Standing by the window without guardrails and briefly looking outside, Guo Shouyun turned around, "Is the situation of Zhongyu Building different from the information I gave you?"


    "Mostly the same, but one thing!"


    "what?"


    "Zhongyu Building is a dual-use office building, and 87 units have been sold by Jinfengge Real Estate Company!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned, he knew that Xing Zhiping would not lie to himself on such an important matter!


    "Boss, this is the information I investigated from the Beijing Municipal Land Bureau."


    After taking it over and flipping through it briefly, Guo Shouyun returned it to Xing Zhiping.


    "Do you think this Zhongyu Building is worth investing in?"


    "It depends on the investment goals of the boss. If you are pursuing short-term interests, Zhongyu Building is not worth investing in. But if you are pursuing long-term interests in ten or even fifteen years, then Zhongyu Building is an excellent investment. Gold item."


    "You thought it through in great detail!"


    "Actually, what I said is all nonsense. The boss has a goal in his heart!"


    Guo Shouyun looked at him and smiled, took out his mobile phone, found Li Zeju''s number and dialed it.


    "Bruce!"


    "Brother Zeju, I checked the information of Zhongyu Building and found that half of its properties have been sold?"


    "Indeed. But it also makes the whole property cheaper."


    "Oh? How much does Jinfeng Pavilion cost?"


    "220 million Chinese dollars. The entire property of Zhongyu Building is yours!"


    Guo Shouyun weighed it in his heart, "This price is indeed much lower than the market price of the entire building. Even with the properties sold, it is much lower." But considering the nature of Zhongyu Building''s ''unfinished building'', all this Also normal.


    "This price can be considered. ... Do you have time at night?"


    "Have you returned to the capital?"


    "Just got back this afternoon!"


    "I have time to meet at night?"


    "Yeah! By the way, since you know the boss of Jinfeng Pavilion Company, you should take him with you tonight. I want to talk to him face to face about something."


    "That''s fine! Besides, I''ll invite you to dinner tonight."


    "Okay! You choose the location, I''ll be waiting for you to be summoned at any time!"


    "Haha, I don''t dare to summon you. Well, I''ll send the location and time to your mobile phone later."


    "Well! See you tonight!"


    "See you tonight!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, "Lao Xing, go with me to dinner tonight!"


    "Yes!"


    "correct!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was about to turn around, suddenly stopped.


    "Has the construction quality of Zhongyu Building been tested?"


    "It has been tested by a special quality inspection unit. The reinforced concrete is a qualified product, and there is no problem with the construction quality. There are certain problems in space planning and moving line design, but these can be modified later."


    "That''s good!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. As long as there is no problem with the quality, then everything else is fine. ...


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 Chapter 466： Chengfu Banquet

    Four hundred and sixty-sixth articles of association banquet


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    Chengfu Banquet, one of the most well-known high-end restaurants in Sijiucheng, can also be said to be the top one. The chef is a descendant of the Cheng family. The Cheng family used to be the leaders of the four generations of Mao, Deng, Jiang, and Hu. Every dish has a story, and they have shown their skills in diplomatic occasions. During World War II, the famous general Montgomery visited China, and the Cheng family hosted the welcome state banquet. In 1972, when US President Richard Nixon visited China, the Cheng family hosted the dinner.


    It is precisely because of this that the Chengfu Banquet has become a representative of the state banquet that the rich and powerful are chasing after each other. However, because there were too many customers, the Cheng family only served three tables at a time, and they had to book in advance.


    Some time ago, Guo Shouyun also wanted to come over to eat. But he called and asked, but after waiting in line for more than an hour, he gave up. Time is precious, it''s a waste of time.


    But this time it was different. After he arrived, he was directly waited outside, and Li Zeju''s assistant took him in.


    "Bruce!"


    "Brother Zeju, long time no see!"


    "haven''t seen you for a long time!"


    After the two smiled and hugged briefly, Guo Shouyun''s eyes were caught by the slightly fat middle-aged man in a black suit next to him.


    "I think this is the leader of Jinfeng Pavilion, right?"


    Gao Hui hurriedly stretched out his right hand, "In front of you and Mr. Li, I don''t dare to call him ''boss''."


    Smiling and shaking hands with him, Guo Shouyun introduced Xing Zhiping, who came with him, and the four of them sat down.


    "Brother Zeju, you gave me a surprise today, it''s hard to book this Chengfu banquet!"


    "This is still Mr. Gao''s credit!"


    "Oh?"


    "The chef here is too young for me, so I specially asked him to help!" Gao Hui said quickly.


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Gao to have such a relationship. I am really envious of a delicious person like me!"


    "If Mr. Guo likes it, feel free to call me."


    "Then let me say thank you in advance!"


    "You''re welcome!"


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, "I can take over the Zhongyu Building. But there is one condition!"


    "Please tell me, as long as I can do it, I will try my best!"


    "It''s actually very simple, as long as Mr. Gao comes forward and buys back the 87 properties that have been sold before!"


    "Buy it back?"


    "Not bad! After buying Zhongyu Building, I plan to build a five-star high-end hotel. Therefore, all properties must be recycled. ... I think with the current situation of Zhongyu Building, this matter should not be difficult for Mr. Gao!"


    If the owners of unfinished buildings know that the developer is willing to refund the money, I am afraid that none of them are unwilling. However, if Jinfeng Pavilion is replaced by Guo Shouyun''s Global Fund, it may not be able to achieve full success. After all, there is no shortage of well-informed people. In the case of knowing that there is a big gold master behind it, the probability of sitting on the ground and starting the price is too high. Although Guo Shouyun doesn''t care about a small amount of money, he doesn''t like trouble. Therefore, it is most suitable for Gao Hui''s Jinfeng Pavilion to come forward to buy back the property.


    "Mr. Guo, there is no problem in recycling the property. But in terms of funds...!"


    "I will provide the funds, you just need to sign the refund contract with the previous owner."


    "It''s no problem, I can get it all done in three days!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "When this matter is completed, we can sign the acquisition contract!"


    "Thank you!"


    "You''d better thank Mr. Li. If it wasn''t for his reminder, I wouldn''t have much interest in Zhongyu Building!"


    "Yes, thank you Mr. Li for your help in this matter!"


    Li Zeju waved his hand, "Thanks, I don''t have to. I''m also trying to grow, and it just so happens that Bruce is also interested in real estate. But, when did you become interested in the hotel industry?"


    "I''m not very interested in hotels, but...you''ll find out later!"


    It''s not the time to publicize the Ji sisters'' affairs.


    "...When are you going back to Hong Kong?"


    "You want to go back with me?" Li Zeju said with a smile.


    "I''m going to transfer from Hong Kong to return to China, and I can take you for a ride!"


    "Wouldn''t it be closer if you walked from the capital?"


    "I''m going to Australia in between!"


    "Australia?"


    "Something personal!"


    Li Zeju nodded, and it was naturally inconvenient for him to ask more about Guo Shouyun''s private affairs. So he turned around and picked up the briefcase next to him, took out a stack of documents and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    "Look at these three documents!"


    "Shangqing Bridge, Huixin West Street, and Changchun Street are all potential plots. Is this the next development plan of Changshi?"


    "It''s not just Changshi, it should be us more accurately!"


    "us?"


    "Yes. Your Global Fund or Global Real Estate is responsible for development, and Cheung Kong is responsible for construction and later sales."


    "Brother Zeju, you should be clear. The reason why I cooperated with Changshi was to avoid China''s complicated political and business relationship, especially in real estate."


    "I know what you''re worried about. We, Cheung Kong Holdings, are primarily responsible for acquiring land. You can be responsible for the development of the land!"


    "Why is this? With Cheung Kong''s capabilities, you can develop it yourself?"


    "Bruce, you understand the business form of Hong Kong''s real estate industry, which is very different from mainland real estate companies."


    "This is not very good. Take a few pieces of land with great potential, develop it for a long time, and take advantage of the opportunity of rising real estate, you can earn most of the profits of those real estate companies that rely on quantity to win with very little effort. It saves time and effort, and make money!"


    "If it were you, would you also adopt this business method?" Li Zeju said.


    "Me?" Guo Shouyun smiled, "If I''m over sixty now, I wouldn''t mind taking this safe approach."


    "I have the same idea. But unfortunately I don''t have the power to control all your decisions."


    "Maybe you can chat with Ling Zun!"


    "I know my father. Also, Changshi''s board of directors won''t agree with my decision. After all...!"


    Li Zeju suddenly stopped. However, Guo Shouyun can guess his subtext: after all, he is not the chairman of Changshi nor does he have the prestige accumulated by his father for decades! The most important thing is that, as the ''Prince'' who will inherit the throne in the future, he must be mature and stable, and not do things that his father thinks are too risky. Otherwise, it is hard to say whether he will be the ''heir'' in the future.


    "I have always been optimistic about the future of Huaxia Real Estate. Therefore, there is no problem with the model of Global Development and Changshi Construction." Guo Shouyun, who had a good impression of Li Zeju, spoke in time to relieve his silence.


    "It seems that we will have a good drink in a while!" Li Zeju nodded and smiled.


    "Of course! But we''re still drinking wine bars. Otherwise, I won''t be able to get up tomorrow!"


    "Alright. I happen to have work tomorrow too."


    "Mr. Guo, Jinfengge Company is also very interested in real estate development. I wonder if we can cooperate with you in the future?" Gao Hui said suddenly.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "I am willing to cooperate with capable people. Therefore, if Jinfengge Company can prove its worth in the case of Zhongyu Building, then I am very willing to cooperate with Boss Gao in the future!"


    "Don''t worry, I will try my best to show you the value of Jinfengge Company!"


    "I am very excited!"


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 Chapter 467： changing hearts

    Chapter four hundred and sixty seventh changing hearts


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    The taste of Chengfu Banquet was indeed the top among all the national dishes Guo Shouyun had eaten, but even so, he didn''t stay too much in mind of things going on tomorrow. Just after nine o''clock in the evening, he took the initiative to bid farewell.


    On the return journey, "You will be responsible for the transaction with Jinfengge, and the funds will be transferred from Global Trust."


    After Xing Zhiping nodded, "Where is Tang Wenfang...?"


    "The support that should be given is still to be given! Moreover, Global Trust has enough assets, and a Zhongyu Building is just a drop in the bucket! Even if the scale of cooperation with Changshi expands, it will not cost 100 million Huaxia coins."


    "Boss, can I independently expand Global Fund''s investment in the real estate industry?" Xing Zhiping hesitated before asking.


    Guo Shouyun turned his head to look at him, and said with great interest, "If you have any ideas, please tell me?"


    "Yes! ... After investigating Zhongyu Building, I think the unfinished building is a good investment direction. I think Global Fund can use it as another business focus besides real estate development."


    Having said that, Xing Zhiping took out a stack of documents from his briefcase and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    "... This is the information of 14 unfinished buildings with investment value in the capital that I have investigated, namely Dongzhimen Donghua Plaza (Guosheng Center), Dawang Road Yaohui International City (Chang''an No. 8), Chaoyang Senhao Apartment (Chaoyang Mansion), Guanghua Road Minyuan Building (soho2), Chang''an Street Haitian Plaza (Guangyao Oriental Plaza), Yindu Center (Fenglan International Center), Huaxia No. 1 Shopping Mall, Heqiao Lijing, Gongzhufen Commercial Building (Guohai Plaza), Jinfei International Apartment (Platinum International Center), Andingmen Jiebao Apartment (Shengde Zique), Morgan Center (Pangu Grand View), Royal Garden Villa, Golden Palace Garden.��


    "There are 14 unfinished buildings, why are there fifteen documents here? ... World Style Garden?" Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    "World Style Garden is a man-made landscape project located in the south of Yuquan Road, Haidian District. It started construction in 1992 and has been suspended since 1998. It covers an area of ??680 acres. It is currently the largest unfinished project in Beijing except for the Wardland Amusement Park. "


    Guo Shouyun of Worldland Amusement Park knows that the ruins of the amusement park covering an area of ??123.04 hectares, the real version of Silent Hill and the ghost town, when selecting the site for Universal Studios Beijing, the Worldland Playground was one of the targets considered by the group. . But later, considering that the area could not meet the needs of the later expansion of the studio, and the design of the facilities in the park was too different from that of Universal Studios, the cost of modification was too high, so it was abandoned. But it was the first time he heard about the World Style Garden.


    "There are still such large-scale unfinished buildings in the core urban area of ??Beijing?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Tourism is not the company''s goal!"


    "I understand that if the boss agrees, we can take the land down and do some revamping."


    "Renovation? How to reform?"


    "A high-rise building like the ''World Trade Center''!"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, looking at the look in Xing Zhiping''s eyes, he suddenly felt that he didn''t know this subordinate.


    In the past, the other party gave him the impression that he completed all the tasks he had given him conscientiously, had a honest personality, and would not do anything beyond the plan. But now he clearly saw something called desire, or ''ambition'' in Xing Zhiping''s eyes.


    "Why do you suddenly have such an idea?" Guo Shouyun asked after pondering for a while.


    "You have said more than once that you are optimistic about the Huaxia real estate industry, and the World Style Park covers a huge area and is located in the core urban area of ??Beijing...!"


    "You know that''s not what I''m asking!" Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    Xing Zhiping was silent for a long time, "Boss, although the assets of Hanhua Trust are huge, it is more like a secretarial agency that handles your Huaxia assets, rather than a real enterprise. As its CEO, although there are many people A dream thing, but after a long time, it will make people feel depressed."


    "Depressed? Why?"


    Hearing these two words, Guo Shouyun was really strange. He has never treated Xing Zhiping badly in salary, and he has never disrespected him.


    "As one of your earliest established companies, although the scale of Hanhua Trust is expanding, its business has not changed at all compared with the rapid development of companies such as Matrix, Anping, and Apple, and its assets have grown more. It''s because of your investment, not the company''s decision, which has little to do with me. This makes me more of a dispensable role at High Wah Trust, which has been deeply stressful to me. When you established Universal Real Estate, separated Jianlibao Group from Great China Capital, and these two new companies expanded rapidly with your support, that pressure turned into depression."


    After a pause, Xing Zhiping''s expression suddenly became excited, "Boss, I also want to achieve a career under your leadership, not a puppet in the eyes of others!"


    Looking at the excited man in front of him, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help sighing to himself. He thought that he had chosen a talent with no ambition and fair ability. But it is only now that he has far underestimated the change that the environment can have on people''s hearts.


    "So you''re going to start with the real estate industry? And have you carefully prepared these materials?"


    "Yes! My self-knowledge ability is limited, and I can''t compare to President Zhang of Hanhua Holdings in finance, and I can''t compare to President Ma of Tencent and President Ding of NetEase in the field of technology; my understanding of the food industry is not as good as that of Jianlibao''s. Mr. Wang. However, the business model in the real estate field is not complicated. It does not require very advanced management skills, but only needs to be able to properly handle the relationship with the government. I believe that I can achieve success in this regard.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Are you really ready?"


    "Yes, I''m ready."


    "Would you like to lose the position of CEO of Hanhua Securities?"


    "willing!"


    Looking at Xing Zhiping with a firm expression, Guo Shouyun understood that he had obviously been preparing for today''s words for a long time.


    "A twisted melon is not sweet", Guo Shouyun has long understood this truth. Since Xing Zhiping is determined to change, it is not beneficial to keep him.


    "Okay, I''ll give you a chance!"


    "Thank you boss!" Xing Zhiping said excitedly.


    "Don''t be in a hurry to say thank you." Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "The real estate field seems simple, but it is actually very complicated. You have to be mentally prepared. The Zhongyu Building project is the first test I give you. If If you can do it well, then these unfinished buildings, including your ''World Style Garden'' twin tower project, I will give you support, whether it is capital or manpower. But if you can''t do it well, whether it is Hanhua Securities or Global Fund, there is no place for you anymore."


    "If you want to wear a crown, you must first bear its weight. Boss, I''m ready!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I will let Zhang Lei temporarily take over the management of Hanhua Trust, and you will be fully responsible for the management of the Global Fund."


    "Yes!"


    Looking at Xing Zhiping who was smug, Guo Shouyun nodded and said nothing more. He is willing to give a chance to this conscientious old employee who has been with him for many years. But whether he can grasp it or not depends on his own ability.


    The next day Guo Shouyun had just had breakfast when Wu Xiaojing walked in.


    "Boss, there is a man who claims to be the boss of Xianyantang outside the door. He said he made an appointment with you before!"


    "Take him to the parlour, and I''ll be there in a minute."


    "Yes!"


    After she left, Guo Shouyun changed his clothes, turned around and came to the front yard.


    "Mr. Guo!"


    Seeing him come in, Pang Yuchun quickly stood up.


    "Sit down and talk!"


    After Guo Shouyun smiled and waved, the two sat down.


    "Is the matter with Boss Pang coming to an end?"


    "Yes! I have already asked Mr. Qi, he has time today."


    "Okay then, when are we going?"


    "If it''s convenient for you, we can go now!"


    "Then let''s do it now." Guo Shouyun stood up, "Matthew, get the things you bought yesterday, we''ll go out."


    "Yes!"


    After explaining to Wu Xiaojing and Wang Jue to watch the house, Guo Shouyun followed Pang Yuchun out of the house. About half an hour later, they stopped outside the gate of another courtyard.


    Knock on the door and enter the courtyard With the introduction of Pang Yuchun, Guo Shouyun met Qi Hongguang, the master of jade carving from the Northern School that he often said.


    Originally, Guo Shouyun expected that people with great achievements in art should be the type that looks more elegant in appearance. But this Master Qi looked very ordinary, with ordinary appearance, ordinary body, and clean shaved head and beard. An ordinary black coat and old capital shoes made him look more like an old man walking and playing chess in the park.


    If there is anything that can leave a deep impression on people, it is the eyes. The eyes of the other party are black and white, full of energy. It doesn''t look like an old man over fifty years old, but more like a young man in his early twenties.


    "Mr. Qi, this is Mr. Guo Shouyun that I mentioned to you."


    "Master Qi, hello!" Guo Shouyun took the initiative to stretch out his hand.


    After the two sides shook hands, "you don''t need to call me a master, just call me Lao Qitou. My craftsmanship is far worse than the predecessors."


    "You''re welcome!"


    Qi Hongguang just smiled without repeating, "Let me see your material!"


    "bring here!"


    The two accompanying bodyguards hurried forward and put the boxes in their hands on the table. After Guo Shouyun opened them one by one, "please see!"


    "Tie Longsheng, Huo Fenghuang, this is the best material among jadeites, it''s easy to see it!" Qi Hongguang looked at the two pieces of exquisite jade material in the box, and his expression became slightly excited.


    Delicious people can''t refuse top-quality ingredients, and car lovers will also get excited when they see Maserati and Lamborghini. In the same way, the craftsmen who cut jade also like the top jade materials from their hearts.


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    Chapter four hundred and sixty-eight Guo''s family crest


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    After appreciating the whirling for a long time, the old man calmed down his emotions, "Give me these two pieces of material, and after three months, I promise to return you two unique masterpieces."


    Although he understood his desire to make good works as a craftsman, Guo Shouyun, who had his own plans for the two pieces of material, said, "Master Qi, I have already thought about the use of this piece of material!"


    "Have you figured it out? What do you want to do?"


    "This piece of ''fire phoenix'', I want to make a bracelet; this piece of ''iron dragon life'' I plan to untangle and make one-inch jade Buddha and Guanyin; the rest of the material is made into ring noodles."


    "Bracelet? An inch-sized Buddha statue?" After a moment of stunned, the old man said angrily, "This is a rare surprise, aren''t you ruining things by doing this!?"


    "But I only want these, please do it!"


    "Fuck it, let''s go, let''s go. If I do what you said and waste such a good two pieces of material, my grandfather will be mad!"


    Guo Shouyun did not expect that a seemingly peaceful old man could have such a hot temper.


    "Mr. Qi, Mr. Qi, think about it again...!" Pang Yuchun chased and shouted a few times, but the old man walked into the back hall without looking back.


    "Don''t shout, the two of you, the master''s temper is like this."


    Qi Yu, who had been standing beside him before, quickly stepped forward to stop Pang Yuchun, who was about to chase after him.


    "But our stuff...!"


    "If the two of you can trust me, I will be responsible for carving these two pieces of jade for you."


    "you?"


    Guo Shouyun looked at the middle-aged man in front of him.


    Qi Yu smiled, "I have been studying with my master since I was a child, and it has been 30 years since I was a child. Although I can''t say how high my achievements are, I am now also a director of the Beijing Jade Carving Association and a professor of jewelry design in Central America. And you It is not difficult to carve the bracelets and small Buddha statues I want to make, and I am confident that I can do it.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, "You saw your master''s attitude just now. If you take over, aren''t you afraid of his censure?"


    "Of course. So, you''re going to provide me with a place to work."


    "There''s no problem with the place of work. How much do you want to be paid?"


    "I don''t want money. After this job, I only need five ring noodles."


    "Two at most, otherwise I''ll find someone else." Guo Shouyun shook his head and said.


    Now the market price of a glass-type imperial green ring surface reaches 300,000 to 500,000 Chinese coins. He is the better Tie Longsheng and Fire Phoenix. If the five ring faces add up, the value is nearly 3 million Huaxia coins, and money is not spent like this.


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s resolute expression, Qi Yu hesitated and nodded.


    "Okay, just two. One each for Tie Longsheng and one for Fire Phoenix."


    "no problem!"


    "By the way, do you have any more specific requirements for bracelets and Buddha statues? For example, embossed or micro-engraved patterns and texts on them?"


    Guo Shouyun thought for a while, "The four bracelets are micro-carved. One is a plum blossom pattern. The seal engraves ''Molly'' in italics, and the accompanying book is "When the mountain flowers are in full bloom, she will laugh in the bushes". The second, it is a peony pattern. Seal carving The italic character ''Wendy'', with the accompanying book ''Clouds like clothes and flowers, and the spring breeze blowing the threshold to reveal Hualong''. Third, it is a lotus pattern. The seal-carved italic character ''Red'', with the accompanying book ''The mud is not stained, and it is clear and rippling. Not a demon''. Finally, it is a pear flower pattern. The calligraphic character ''zheng'' is engraved in seal, and the accompanying book is ''white brocade has no pattern and is fragrant, and the jade tree is full of snow''."


    "A Buddha statue made of ''Tie Longsheng'', with a jade Guanyin engraved with italic characters ''Root'', and the number 2001911. Another Buddha statue with italic characters ''Cloud'', and the number 2001911. Finally, on all bracelets and Buddha statues Micro-carve this pattern!"


    Guo Shouyun took out a piece of paper from his pocket, unfolded it, and handed it to Qi Yu. The pattern is not complicated. Two five-clawed dragons stand with their backs facing each other. The dragon claws on the upper left hold the seal representing power, the dragon claws on the upper right hold the sword representing weapons, and the dragon claws on the lower left hold the shield representing unity. The dragon claw on the lower right side holds the olive branch representing peace and happiness. In addition, in the oval shape formed by the two curved dragon backs, there is a striking small seal with the character ''Guo''. Finally, in the middle of the two dragon heads is a ''Ping Tian Guan'' representing imperial power.


    "This is... family crest?"


    Compared with the word family crest, Qi Yu was even more surprised by the boldness of the pattern. To know the real high society, the badge is the face, so every element of it needs careful consideration. If you design a family crest that is too exaggerated, it will only be ridiculed without the slightest respect.


    But Guo Shouyun is comparable to the royal family in Europe! Can he really carry such a family crest? Looking at Guo Shouyun''s young face, Qi Yu was very suspicious.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t care what the other party thought. But this family crest designed by himself is his future outlook for his family in the future, or the direction of his efforts.


    After nodding, "How soon can I get the finished product?"


    Qi Yu calmed down the shock in his heart. Although he felt that the design of the other party''s family crest was too exaggerated, he couldn''t control it if they had to do it.


    "Two months!"


    Qi Yu made an estimate and said later.


    "No problem for two months. But I don''t want to see any of them defective!"


    "clear!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took out a pen and business card from his pocket, wrote his current address and handed it over.


    "Go to this place tomorrow, and this will be your workplace in the future."


    After taking a look, Qi Yu nodded, "I''ll be there on time at nine o''clock tomorrow morning."


    "If that''s the case, then we''ll leave."


    "I''ll send you!"


    After leaving Qi''s house, "Boss Pang, I have written down the favor this time. If you need my help in the future, I will not be stingy."


    "You are too kind, these are what I should do." Pang Yuchun said happily.


    After these days of understanding, he is too aware of the wealth and power in the hands of the young man beside him, and can seek favor from the other party. Similar to today''s matter, he is willing to make another 20 trips.


    At the intersection, put Pang Yuchun down, and Guo Shouyun returned to his courtyard. The next day, Qi Yu visited on time, Guo Shouyun received him, and after leaving a few bodyguards to look after the house, he took his two assistants and Matthew on the ''Kunpeng''.


    "You are really extravagant, to actually use a modified Boeing 737-800 as your own private jet Qiu Manyun swayed the red wine in the glass, raised her long legs in black stockings, and looked at the opposite side with a charming look. man.


    "If you''re feeling extravagant, go for a regular flight."


    "They''re not stupid, there are spacious private jets to take, why would you want to squeeze a flight." After a pause, Qiu Manyun turned her eyes, "Now we are all in the sky, can you tell us the destination this time? Say something?"


    "What? Scared?"


    "Afraid? If I''m afraid, I won''t follow. Besides, people are so beautiful, tall and plump, are you willing to kill me?"


    "Kill you? Haha, as you said, you are so beautiful, I don''t want to kill you. Otherwise, it will be a mess." After that, Guo Shouyun put down his glass and suddenly stretched out his hand and pulled Qiu Manyun who was sitting opposite him, rudely. He wrapped his arms around her slender waist, and his right hand sank into her red one-step skirt recklessly, and went straight to the root of her smooth and delicate thigh. The sudden stimulation made Qiu Manyun straighten his back instantly, his red lips slightly opened, he took a breath, and his face turned slightly red.


    "Didn''t you always say that you want to be my woman? Why don''t you take advantage of the rare opportunity, how about we cook the raw rice first?" Guo Shouyun smiled evilly.


    Since the incident between Ji Hong and Ji Zheng, he knew that he was destined to be entangled with the woman beside him in his life. If so, then there is no need to worry about anything. Moreover, Guo Shouyun is still haunted by the fact that she was tricked once.


    "That''s not good, now is not the time!"


    After quickly holding down Guo Shouyun''s right hand that was going to go deeper, Qiu Manyun let out a sigh of relief and said firmly.


    After speaking, she sorted out her clothes and sat down on the sofa opposite.


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    Chapter 469 Apache


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    "Now that I''m on the plane with you, do you want to tell me what you think? I can wait for you, a business genius, to speak up, and then expand the scale of Jinyuan Jewelry and Garbo Clothing!"


    After looking at Qiu Manyun lightly, Guo Shouyun leaned back and slowly closed his eyes. bookmark our website


    "You''ll know soon when you get there!"


    "You''re really tempting, but it doesn''t matter. I''ve waited for a week, and I don''t care about these hours!" Qiu Manyun frowned slightly and said.


    "This is the best. Take a rest, there are still more than ten hours before the goal!"


    "Ten hours? Aren''t we going to Hong Kong?"


    "I''m going to Hong Kong, but Hong Kong is just a connecting flight, and the destination is not there." Guo Shouyun smiled indifferently.


    "Then where is your destination?"


    "I won''t repeat the same words." Guo Shouyun stood up, "I''ll go to the room to rest. Matthew, call me when you arrive!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s retreating back, Qiu Manyun opened his mouth several times, but in the end he didn''t ask again.


    "It''s only ten hours, I can still afford it!"


    The plane went all the way south, took off again after refueling at Hong Kong International Airport, and then changed course and turned southwest. After nearly fifteen hours of flight from the capital to the destination, he finally arrived at the ''Yulin Island'' that Guo Shouyun wanted to come.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after getting dressed, he walked out of the room with Matthew. Looking at Qiu Manyun who was still sitting on the sofa.


    "Why, didn''t you go to rest?"


    "It''s been a while. Besides, I''m not you. How can you sleep soundly without knowing the destination." Qiu Manyun gave him a white look and said.


    "I thought you were really fearless."


    "People are afraid of you!"


    Qiu Manyun''s eyes rolled, and he smiled.


    Guo Shouyun frowned, even though people say "a woman''s heart is a needle in the bottom of the sea", the woman on the other side seems to be more difficult to grasp. He doesn''t like this feeling.


    "Boss, please fasten your seat belt, the plane is about to lower!" Matthew reminded next to him.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Go and prepare too!"


    "Yes!"


    Qiu Manyun also waved his hand, and Tie Ying, who came with him, sat down on the plane seat next to him with Matthew, and fastened his seat belt. After a short time, I felt the plane had a clear sense of weightlessness.


    As the altitude decreased, after the plane drilled out of the clouds, the vast blue sea appeared in front of everyone''s eyes. In the sapphire-like sea, a series of islands of different sizes are dotted with green pearls. With the setting sun in the afternoon, this is a natural beauty that cannot be perfectly presented by any brilliant painter.


    The altitude of the plane is getting lower and lower, and the figure of one of the largest islands is becoming more and more clear in front of everyone. With the area of ??the island in the retina surpassing the ocean, it was time for the Kunpeng to land.


    "Stab...!"


    The violent friction between the tires and the ground quickly rang out, and then accompanied by a puff of blue smoke, the plane began to land, and after taxiing for a distance along the wide and straight runway, it slowly stopped.


    Guo Shouyun unbuckled his seat belt and stood up.


    "We''re here, let''s go!"


    Qiu Manyun looked at the Humvee military vehicle waiting outside the porthole, as well as a group of soldiers wearing US military jungle combat uniforms, with a strong temperament, and his brows could not help frowning tightly.


    "Miss, it''s not easy here. Be careful!" Tie Ying came over and reminded.


    "I know. Let''s go, let''s see what kind of medicine that guy sells in the gourd!"


    Qiu Manyun is very clear that this is not the military base of the US military. If so, it is worth exploring together.


    "boss!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who came down from the spiral staircase, Rudy Mueller Chen, who had been waiting for a long time, hurried up to greet him.


    "Haha, Rudy, it seems that you are really suitable here. You are much stronger than when you walked away from me before." After a simple hug, Guo Shouyun patted his shoulder and smiled.


    "Simple-minded people like me are really more suited to simple things like this."


    "Things in Yulin Island are not easy!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked to the side, looking at his young people curiously, "They were all trained by you?"


    "Yes! They are the third batch just selected. They have only been training for three months, and they are still very early."


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "This is the boss of our Yulinwei, the boss you must protect even if you sacrifice your life!"


    "Hi boss!"


    All the young guards in camouflage uniforms shouted at the same time.


    "The momentum is not bad." Guo Shouyun nodded, walked to stand a meter in front of the guards, and slowly swept over them with increasingly sharp and dignified eyes, "I hope you can work hard here. As long as you work hard, Then Yu Linwei can give you a high salary and a rich life. Even if it is sacrificed, your family will receive a generous pension. Do you understand?"


    "clear!"


    "I hope you can let me spend more money! ... Let''s go, go back to the station!"


    Following his order, the Humvee military vehicle waiting next to him drove over. Qiu Manyun was still sitting with Guo Shouyun.


    "Yulin Guard? Is this the base where you train your own guards?"


    "Otherwise? You thought this was a US military base?"


    "When I first came, I really had such an idea. But isn''t there a security company composed of many retired soldiers in the United States? Why not find them?"


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun said indifferently: "I only have one life, so the person who guards me must be the most loyal and reliable person. Compared with those security companies, I believe in the elites that I have cultivated myself."


    Qiu Manyun was about to speak, but was interrupted by a roar from far to near. Looking in the direction of the sound, I saw a whole formation of armed helicopters flying in the sky not far away.


    "AH-64E Apache gunship!"


    Qiu Manyun''s pupils shrank and exclaimed.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun was also looking at the four Apaches in the air. Compared with Qiu Manyun''s shock, he was more appreciative and satisfied. The purchase of these four world''s top helicopters, in addition to spending money, also took a lot of effort.


    Because even a security company cannot buy a fully armed longbow Apache in the United States. But arms companies have their own workarounds to make money. That is selling you bare metal without breaking the constitution and then buying the weapons yourself through the black market. After returning, it will be the world''s top armed helicopter. That''s how Guo Shouyun''s four Apaches came.


    Same with Apache, heavy weapons on the island, such as six M1A2 tanks, six M2 infantry fighting vehicles, including ammunition.


    After the Apache flew far away, Qiu Manyun calmed down a little, "You are really willing to spend your money, the price of these four Apache armed helicopters alone exceeds 200 million, and the maintenance fee in the later period will be even more. So. Big investment, are you really just using it to protect your own safety?"


    "if not?"


    "I think as your guards, they are only part-timers, and their real role should be mercenaries!"


    "Mercenary? Do you think I''d like that kind of money?"


    "The manifestation of money is not necessarily paper money, but also a resource!"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at her and did not answer.


    "Boss, we''re here!" Matthew, who was sitting in the front co-pilot, reminded.


    Three Humvees stopped in a small concrete plaza. The square is not too big, only about 500 square meters. To the west and south of the square are dense jungles, the east is a two-storey single building with a length of more than 50 meters, and the north is a three-storey single building with a similar length. The buildings are all rectangular, horizontal and vertical, without any extra decoration, and the exterior walls are also painted in military camouflage.


    Getting out of the car, Guo Shouyun looked at the ordinary but chilling building in front of him, nodded slightly, "Send Miss Qiu to rest, she''s been on the plane for a day, and she''s already very tired!"


    Qiu Manyun frowned, she really wanted to follow Guo Shouyun and learn more about this secret base. But the other party obviously did not intend to give her this opportunity.


    "Miss Qiu, please?" Rudy came over and asked.


    Looking at the man with a calm and dignified expression across from him, Qiu Manyun took a breath, and a smile appeared on his face again.


    "Flying for more than ten hours I''m really tired. But, Bruce. Don''t forget to promise me!"


    "certainly!"


    "Come on, arrange a room for Miss Qiu to rest!"


    Rudy gave an order, and soon two soldiers with guns ran over. He walked down with Qiu Manyun, who was unwilling in his eyes, and the bodyguard she brought.


    "Boss, this woman...?"


    "Keep monitoring her and don''t let her walk around the island!"


    "Yes!"


    Rudy responded and took Guo Shouyun into the north floor.


    In the corridor, he saw the topographic map of Yulin Island hanging next to it. The above clearly indicates the location of different facilities such as the residential area, the weapons depot, the tank training area, the hangar, and the actual combat training area.


    "I remember last time you didn''t say that our missiles were installed? Why didn''t you see it?"


    "Boss, the deployment of the missile is a military secret, of course it can''t be displayed on it." After a pause, Rudy took out the pen and pointed at the four corners of the island.


    "We bought 8 Sam 15s and 4 Sam 12s and deployed them in these four positions. Moreover, they are also not fixed, and their positions change once a month on average."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "With these missiles, Yulin Island is barely a fortress! Money is not in vain, not bad."


    "I don''t dare to neglect the task given by the boss!"


    "Um! ... By the way, where is the thing you brought back from India last time?"


    "It''s all in the underground secret vault!"


    "take me!"


    "Yes!"

 Chapter 470： Inventory treasures

    Chapter 470: Counting the Treasures


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    Although the main base of Yulin Island seems to have only three floors above ground, the underground is even larger. In addition to the two-story underground space of more than 2,000 square meters, this station also has a private space of 1,600 square meters at a depth of 20 meters.


    The treasures he got back from the Padmanabha Swami temple in India are placed here. In addition, in addition to the treasure, there is also a database that can store 5000T of content. Inside is the data of all the companies under Guo Shouyun, as well as all the data he coded based on his past life memory. Of course, these are backups.


    "Boss, everything is here!"


    After Rudy opened a secret room, a room of about 100 square meters, filled with silver-white boxes on a welded iron frame, appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    I walked in and turned around, and opened the box closest to me. Under the dazzling light of the induction lamp, the piles of gold coins burst into a golden light, which is the representative of wealth. Looking at these golden cuties, Guo Shouyun was happier than seeing tens of billions of dollars in front of him.


    Sure enough, things that can be seen and touched are easier to move people than boring numbers.


    "Whoa...!"


    Grabbing a handful of gold coins, watching them flow between his fingers, the crisp collision sounded in his heart, Guo Shouyun looked at it for a while before turning around, "Have you counted everything?"


    "It''s been counted. According to your request, it''s all Saber members." Rudy replied.


    "The results of it?"


    "1207 gold chains, 2.7 meters long and 2.5 kilograms; 3 gold crowns; 2137 gold ornaments; one gold throne set with 337 precious diamonds, as well as emeralds and opals; one 0.58 meters high and weighing 200 kilograms two gold statues of Vishnu with a height of 1.18 meters; three golden scepters, two of which are set with diamonds of about 203 carats and 137 carats respectively, and the other is set with rubies of about 25 carats. In addition, there are There are 168,000 gold coins of different sizes, including 11 types of 2,317 gold coins from the East India Company period; 7 types of gold coins from the Napoleon period, 1,477 pieces. The rest are standard gold coins with the words Trivandrum, which should only be used for Storage rather than circulation."


    "In addition to gold, there are also a large number of diamonds and red sapphires, of which white diamonds are the most at 14.574 million carats; colored diamonds including red, yellow and purple diamonds are 1.8723 million carats; rubies are 3.286 million carats and sapphires are 6.9867 million carats; In addition, there are 3.158 million carats of various gems such as jadeite, moonstone, garnet, and turquoise.��


    One carat is equal to 0.2 grams. At the beginning, Guo Shouyun found six sacks of diamonds in the secret room of Padmanabha Swami Temple. Although I haven''t weighed it, there are hundreds or even thousands of kilograms. Moreover, Indians love gold and diamonds, and Gorgunda in India, as well as Kashmir, is also a world-famous mining area rich in high-quality diamonds and sapphires.


    "The final total is about 32.67 tons of various gold products and 28.5761 million carats of various gems! The estimated total value exceeds 20 billion US dollars!"


    "Not bad!" Guo Shouyun nodded, looking at the gold coin with the words "Trivandrum" in Sanskrit in his hand, "I left 20 of these gold coins, and the rest were all melted and made into gold bricks."


    "Boss, will this be too wasteful? If you sell it as a work of art, the price is two or three times that of pure gold." Rudy said.


    "Of course I know it will cost a lot of money. But we don''t have the time and energy to deal with so much gold art. Also, even if it can be sold, the market price has come down under the impact of such a large number of gold coins. Plus, at the same time, I can make more money with this gold, which is more than enough to make up for our losses.��


    "Yes!"


    After patting him on the shoulder, Guo Shouyun opened a few more boxes, "Prepare a few boxes for me, not too big, 5L is enough."


    "clear!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and finally looked at the room where the huge wealth was stored, and walked out with Matthew and Rudy.


    The next day, Guo Shouyun got up early, jogged for half an hour as usual, and sat down in the restaurant after a brief wash. Soon, Qiu Manyun sat opposite him with milk and bread.


    "Looks like you had a good rest last night!"


    "With so many guards, I certainly rested well."


    "That''s good." After putting the last piece of steak in his mouth, he wiped his mouth and stood up, "I''m done, you eat slowly. ... By the way, after breakfast, let Matthew bring you here. My room. Don''t worry, it''s a matter of work."


    "No matter what you plan to do, people will still follow you!" Qiu Manyun said with a pretty smile.


    "Similar words, I advise you to say less. Otherwise, don''t blame me for not reminding you." After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "And I''m very interested in your body, and I wanted to suppress it for a long time. Under you, have a good time."


    Looking at his aggressive eyes, Qiu Manyun''s expression was stagnant, but he quickly calmed down and smiled coquettishly, "Last time at Yuelai Villa, didn''t you try it a long time ago?"


    "But you didn''t run away in the end, didn''t you?" Guo Shouyun supported the table with both hands, leaned forward, put his head in front of Qiu Manyun, looked at her close-knit scorpion, and sniffed the scent of roses lingering on the tip of his nose. With a smile, "Don''t you always want to use my wealth and power to gain greater power and status? But I want to tell you that unless you really become my woman and leave me children, it will never be possible. . . . Oh, right. Forgot to tell you one thing, when we left the capital, I had arranged for Ji Hong and Ji Zheng to be taken to the magic capital."


    "But they are still in China after all!" Qiu Manyun said not to be outdone Yes, they are indeed in China. However, I left twelve bodyguards in the Modu Guojia Garden. They are all elites from the island where you are now. So even if you find them when you go back, don''t even think about taking them away. "


    "The legs are on them, they can''t help you wherever they want to go!" Qiu Manyun continued.


    "You can try!"


    After the two people''s eyes exchanged fiercely for a moment, Guo Shouyun stretched out his right hand, picked up Qiu Manyun''s long hair, put it on the tip of his nose and sniffed.


    "You are indeed very capable, and you have successfully released the suppressed demon in my heart. So in order to thank you, I will play with you in the future."


    After taking a deep look at the woman in front of him, Guo Shouyun stood up straight and his expression returned to normal.


    "Don''t forget to come to my room later!"


    Looking at the back of him turning away, Qiu Manyun''s face became ugly. She had always thought that she could win over the man in front of her, but now she discovered that although this guy has the usual greed for money, lust, and love, as well as the importance of family and descendants. But his means are not as bright as he thought before. Instead, it becomes obscure and elusive.


    I don''t know if he had made such a change before, or if he was stimulated by himself. But things have come to the present, and no one can turn back.


    "Guo Shouyun, let''s see, I will never lose to you!"


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 Chapter 471： 7%

    Chapter four hundred and seventy-first seventy percent


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    Guo Shouyun''s room on the third floor of the base. This is the room that was given to him when the base was built. Therefore, the design includes two bedrooms, a study, a living room, a dining room, a reception room, and two bathrooms. Although the interior decoration is not luxurious at the request of Guo Shouyun, it is also medium and high. The classical European style looks very stable and not gorgeous.


    "Dong dong...!"


    "Come in!"


    "Boss, Miss Qiu is here!" Matthew came in first.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, watching her follow up from behind, wearing a black lady''s suit with a waist, lined with a white shirt, black trousers and silver high-heeled shoes, with high-rolled hair and a capable temperament, a woman who was completely different from the usual charming and enchanting woman. of surprise flashed by.


    "You go out!"


    Matthew nodded, turned and walked out of the room.


    "Your outfit today is beyond my expectations!"


    "Since it''s official business, I naturally have to do business affairs, including dress." After a pause, Qiu Manyun said sternly, "You took all the trouble to bring me here from the capital, now you can solve the mystery, right?"


    "certainly!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he opened the silver lockbox on the table. Then he turned the box and turned the opening towards Qiu Manyun.


    "Open it and take a look!"


    After looking at him, Qiu Manyun picked up a small black bag, untied the elastic rope, and under the sunlight outside the window, crystal clear white diamonds appeared in front of her.


    "diamond?!"


    When Qiu Manyun, who is in the jewelry industry, saw the diamonds, his eyes lit up.


    ��These diamonds are above F in color and have a minimum clarity of VVS1 and weigh between 1 and 10 carats, but most of them are not very well cut, so you have to rework them to sell.��


    Generally speaking, the quality of a diamond is evaluated by four indicators: color, clarity, weight and cut. Also known as the 4C standard. As far as color is concerned, different countries have different standards, but the most widely used internationally is the evaluation standard formulated by the Gemological Institute of America, which divides the color of diamonds into 23 grades including D to Z.


    D-F are colorless grades, G-J are nearly colorless grades, there is basically no collection significance from K down, and rings below K are also very beautiful in gold. Because diamonds will gradually turn yellow from K down, when choosing a diamond, choose a color above H, and the I-J grade is also near colorless. From J down, the color of the diamond will appear brownish yellow, and the lower the grade, The darker the color, the lower the price of course.


    The clarity of a diamond is different from the color, it is only graded 10. From high to low, it can be divided into FL, IF, VVS1, VVS2, VS1, VS2, SI1, SI2, SI3, P1, P2, P3. Carefully observe the cleanliness of the diamond under a tenfold microscope. The more flaws and the more obvious the location, the worse the quality and the lower the price.


    weight. Generally speaking, gem-quality diamonds do not weigh much. 0.1-0.24 carats are called small diamonds, which are mainly used for group setting of clothing or other gemstone accessories; 0.25-1 carats are called medium diamonds, which are mainly used for the main body of diamond jewelry. The price of rings can also be used by the public. Accepted; diamonds larger than 1 carat can be used for investment and have certain value preservation and appreciation capabilities.


    Compared with the other three indicators, the level of cut is the least, only five including EXCELLENT, VERYGOOD, GOOD, FAIR, and POOR. Huaxia is only good, good and average, these three levels.


    "real?"


    "When things are placed in front of you, is it true that you can''t see for yourself?"


    Not caring about Guo Shouyun''s ridicule, Qiu Manyun, who was completely attracted by the exquisite diamond in his hand, quickly took out a diamond from his small black pocket and put it in the sun. Without a magnifying glass, this is the most common way to tell if a diamond is good or bad.


    After changing three in a row, she exclaimed, "They are all top-notch white diamonds."


    The diamonds that can be valued by the Trivandrum royal family and stored in the treasure room are naturally not defective.


    "Are these too?"


    Qiu Manyun pointed to the four remaining black cloth bags in the box with excitement and anticipation.


    "Can you open it for yourself?"


    Before Guo Shouyun had finished speaking, she had already turned over the remaining four black cloth bags.


    "Colored diamonds, rubies, sapphires, the biggest bag contains moon stones, turquoises, and jadeites!" After reading them all, Qiu Manyun took a deep breath and calmed down his excitement, "All types of gemstones are Top stuff, where did you get so many rough gems?"


    "I have my own channel. These 119 white diamonds, 92 fancy color diamonds, 78 rubies, 83 rubies, and the remaining 143 other gemstones, the total value is about $80 million. I can be below market value. 30% will be sold to you. With the size of your Jinyuan Jewelry''s existing 49 stores, they are more than enough for you to sell for a year. And the profits earned through this batch of gemstones are enough for your Jinyuan Jewelry to expand rapidly in the industry. ...that''s my support for you."


    "Since it is support, wouldn''t it be even greater support to simply give them to me?"


    Guo Shouyun looked at her indifferently, "The result of insatiable greed is no good!"


    "That fifty percent!"


    "Only 70%, otherwise you won''t want the rest!"


    "So you have more diamonds and sapphires of this level in your hand?" Qiu Manyun''s eyes lit up instantly.


    "certainly!"


    "Can you show it to me?"


    "no!"


    "If you don''t show me, how do I know if what you said is true or false?"


    "Believe it or not, it''s your business. But I can tell you that the gems of the same level in my hand are hundreds of thousands of times more than what you see now. If it is 70%, I will leave them to you, otherwise you will Just leave with these diamonds."


    After getting along with each other until now, Qiu Manyun also has a certain understanding of the man''s temper. Seeing his expression, she knew that the other party could not let go.


    "Okay Seventy percent, but I''m going to double the current number!"


    Guo Shouyun guessed that she wanted to confirm the truth of what she just said, "Yes!"


    Qiu Manyun''s eyes flashed, and he smiled and stretched out his slender hand, "The cooperation is a pleasure!"


    Guo Shouyun simply stretched out his hand and then released it.


    "Okay! The matter of Jinyuan Jewelry is settled, what about Garbo''s clothing?"


    Guo Shouyun took out several popular women''s clothes according to his memory, and handed over the renderings he drew.


    "This is what I did with the top fashion design in Paris. In addition, I advise you that the clothing industry must not be low-end. From now on, we should pay attention to design and do mid-to-high-end."


    "why?"


    "Don''t ask why, you just do what I say. After a while, you''ll know why!"


    Qiu Manyun frowned and said angrily, "It''s really annoying to give orders like this without a head or a tail. Besides, how long do I have to wait? A few months are good, but in a few years, how will I know if you are not? Play me again?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I didn''t force you to do what I said. You can choose the corporate strategy that you think is correct."


    "you!"


    Qiu Manyun gritted her silver teeth, but she didn''t want to show weakness in front of the man on the other side, and her face soon changed to ''the rain passed the sky'' again.


    "People believe you are, but if something goes wrong, you will be responsible!"


    "You will thank me in the future!"


    Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "I hope so too!"

 Chapter 472： The outbreak of war

    Chapter 472 The outbreak of war


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    "This is the account of Hanhua Bank. All the money you pay for the rough gemstones you take from me in the future will be credited to this account."


    "This account is in Hong Kong?"


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun looked at the woman across from him with a flat expression, "Didn''t you already guess that this batch of goods in my hand is coming from the wrong way? Since that''s the case, naturally I can''t enter the mainland."


    "That''s what you said. Others didn''t say that. But since you took the initiative, why don''t you tell me their true origins?"


    "Ask what you should ask, don''t bother if you shouldn''t."


    "Hey, I knew you would say that!" Qiu Manyun picked up the paper on the table with the account number on it and glanced at it, "After deducting the tariff, my profit is not so rich, so the price of 70% is still too high."


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun continued: "Now more than 90% of China''s gem-quality diamonds are imported, and the same is true for red and blue gems. Compared with any jewelry company, your cost will not change much. So these careful thoughts Let it go."


    "You''re really insufferable."


    Qiu Manyun was unwilling.


    "Don''t always think about making the biggest profit, or your business will never be big!"


    "People understand the truth! ... But, are you caring about me?"


    Looking at her shining eyes, Guo Shouyun''s expression remained unchanged: "If you think so, so be it!"


    "Aren''t you going to pity Xiangxiyu and coax others?"


    "You don''t need it!"


    Qiu Manyun is the best person he has ever seen who is good at using women''s beauty and pretending to be gentle to gain his own interests. If you put your trust in just because of your looks and what she shows, you''re going to die miserably in the end. He has already suffered a loss, and he never wants to be fooled a second time.


    "Okay, that''s all I told you, you can go!"


    "Go? Where to go?"


    "Bring these things, I''ll let the plane take you back to Hong Kong."


    "But people still want to stay here for a few more days. After all, it is rare to find such a place where you can relax without restraint."


    "Whatever you want. However, wherever you want to go, you''d better take the people from the base, otherwise, if you go to the wrong place, the bullet won''t have eyes, and it won''t matter if you are a woman or not!"


    "Don''t underestimate me. It''s not like they haven''t touched a gun!" After a pause, "You''re not going back to China?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I''ve been in Huaxia for more than three months, and it''s time to go back to the United States. But thanks to you, I will come to Huaxia often in the future!"


    "Hee hee, don''t we Chinese people often say that more children, more grandchildren, more longevity? People are helping you. Besides, your family business is so huge, and you don''t have many sons, so how do you choose the best successor? "


    "So I should thank you?"


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head inwardly. He found that for Qiu Manyun, as long as it was something that could benefit her, face was no longer important.


    "Okay, that''s all for today, I still have something to do, so I won''t accompany you!"


    "What''s the matter? I want to participate too!"


    "I''m going to take a bath, do you want a piece too?"


    "I can wait here for you to wash up!"


    "roll!"


    Qiu Manyun pouted indifferently, turned around and walked out of the room with the password box on the table.


    "Boss, isn''t the price of 70% of these gems too low for her?" Matthew asked after Qiu Manyun left.


    "In the black market, we can only get 50%. And the things we have in our hands are all high-quality products. If we enter the market too much at once, it is easy to lower the price, which is not good for us. In addition, Qiu Manyun''s background allows her to cooperate with us. It''s safer to enter the black market."


    "The boss is wise!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, "This time, you can stay on Yulin Island to train for a while."


    "Your safety...?" Matthew nodded.


    "For the time being, leave it to Hua Lei and Deng Feng!"


    "They haven''t passed the final test yet."


    "I know, just let them make up later."


    Just as Matthew was about to open his mouth to say something, Guo Shouyun''s phone suddenly rang. He picked it up and saw that the caller ID was Wang Jue, who had been arranged by him to return to San Francisco ahead of schedule.


    "What''s up?"


    "Boss, the Iraq war broke out. Just at 5 am this morning, the United Nations forces led by the United States and the United Kingdom have officially declared war on Iraq! Now the whole world is boiling because of this."


    Guo Shouyun took a deep breath, "I see, is there anything else?"


    "there is none left!"


    Although I knew this day would come. But when it really came, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but feel complicated.


    Glancing at Matthew next to him, Guo Shouyun said indifferently, "The Iraq war broke out."


    His breathing suddenly became rapid.


    "I don''t know how many people will fall on the battlefield!"


    "Generals die in a hundred battles, and strong men return for ten years! The corpse of horse leather is the fate of soldiers! ... Let''s go, let''s go out for a walk. The room is too stuffy!"


    Guo Shouyun originally hoped to go out for a walk and let go of the sullenness in his heart, but his calls came in one by one. Basically it''s about the Iraq war, and some want to call him for comfort, such as the women around him. Some asked him about his views on the Iraq War, such as Nicolas Sarkozy, Ou Guanhai and other political friends. Others asked about the impact of the war on the economy and industry, such as Steve Jobs, Li Zeju and other business friends.


    When he finished calling these calls that could not be hung up one by one, and went out for a stroll, the plan to relax was basically gone.


    Of course, in addition to answering these calls, Guo Shouyun also called Zhang Shaoling, Qin Zhicheng, John Lu Simi and Yu Fei. Let them liquidate all their gold and oil positions. Re-enter the market after the impact of the panic caused by the Iraq war on the capital market has passed.


    Of course, because the capital market has already anticipated the outbreak of the Iraq War in the early stage, the rise in gold and oil will not be too high this time. But it is enough for Lei Ting and Mang Zhong to make a small profit at least to smooth out the interest of several mortgage loans in Huaxia.


    In addition, because of the war, Qiu Manyun left with the gemstone rough that Guo Shouyun gave him the next day. The reason is unknown, but it is most likely because of family relationships.


    But it''s okay, without this trouble, he can be more at ease.


    "Boss, this is the list of the fourth batch of trainees!"


    After taking the information from Rudy and simply flipping through it, "Including this batch, the scale of Yulinwei has exceeded 300!"


    "Yes, a total of 319. But according to past experience, after the one-year training period is over, 80% of them will be eliminated."


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Let ''Li'' recruit the fifth batch of people as soon as possible. I want to see that within two years, the scale of Yulinwei will exceed 300!"


    "Yes!"


    "Has the final assessment target for the second batch of trainees been set?"


    "deal!"


    "Tell me!"


    "The Sudanese government recruited mercenaries to clear up the rebels in Darfur. We have negotiated a price with them, $3,000 per person per day. All seizures belong to us."


    "When to set off?"


    "April 15th!"


    "25 days left!"


    "Yes!"


    "Make sure they all survive as much as possible!"


    Rudy nodded.


    People will die in war, Guo Shouyun is not a warmonger. But he also didn''t want the armed force he built with so much cost and energy to become a soft-footed shrimp.

 Chapter 473： young barracks

    Chapter 473: Young Barracks


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    Guo Shouyun put down the document in his hand, got up and walked to the window, looking at the lush jungle and distant mountains outside, a thoughtful look on his face. After a long time, he turned around halfway, "Rudy, I plan to set up a young army camp on Yulin Island!"


    "Baby Camp?"


    "Not bad. Although armed personnel recruited and trained from outside can become elites in the eyes of ordinary people through continuous training, you know that there is a big gap between them and the real powerhouses, and their loyalty is difficult to guarantee. Therefore, I plan to adopt some orphans from those war-torn areas, cultivate their combat ability and quality from childhood, and enrich the ''Saber'' in the future, as well as more departments in the later period!"


    The richer he is and the more power he has in his hands, the more insecure Guo Shouyun feels in his heart. This also prompted him to pay more and more attention to the size and capability of the elite armed forces at his disposal, and to invest more and more.


    At the beginning, he set up Yulin Wei just to have a security force that he can trust to protect himself and his family. But with Molly''s accident, the outbreak of violent incidents such as 9/11, the Afghanistan war, the Iraq war, and the fact that he was in a country with liberalization of weapons such as the United States, this made him very concerned about the scale and size of Yulinwei. Capability expectations are getting higher and higher.


    Rudy didn''t understand Guo Shouyun''s thoughts, but with the strength of his own boss and the orphans all over the world, his request was not difficult to achieve.


    "I understand! In terms of scale...?"


    "One hundred, one hundred per year!"


    "Will this be too much?"


    "Rudy, not everyone is suitable to be a good fighter. Those who are eliminated, let them be ordinary people again."


    His orphanage in California has already started operations, and those who have been eliminated from the "Baby Army Camp" can be transferred here in the future.


    "Yes!"


    "Also. I only want children from countries with excellent soldier traditions and high IQ advantages, that is, East Asians and Europeans, and not a single one."


    "Understood, what about the girl?"


    Taking into account the female relatives beside him, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "The ratio should not exceed 20%!"


    "Yes! ... Do you have any other requirements for training subjects?"


    "Military command, fighting, intelligence, makeup, assassination, psychology, give them what you learned in the Marine Corps, or even what you didn''t learn. Don''t be stingy with money, find them the best teachers from all over the world."


    "clear!"


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say. I''m going back to the US tomorrow, call me if you need anything. Also, Matthew is staying for three months to train, while he''s on Yurin Island to recover from training. I will leave my safety to Hua Lei and Deng Feng."


    "Then their assessment...?"


    "I will let them go to Sudan to join you before April 15! ... No one can escape the assessment." Guo Shouyun said firmly.


    "What about the gold in the secret room?"


    "Is it finished?"


    "It can be over in a week at most."


    "Open more accounts, deposit them in Han Hua Bank, and then donate anonymously and put them under the name of Han Hua Charity Fund. When the time comes, I will let people cooperate with you!"


    With Hanhua and Phoenix around, it was actually very simple to wash this batch of gold, which was not too large.


    "Yes!"


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    "Dad, my sister bullied me!"


    The little radish head, which was bubbling with snot, suddenly plunged into Guo Shouyun''s arms. The little girl who ran closely behind her retorted loudly, "It was my brother who broke my teddy bear first."


    "I didn''t, it broke itself."


    "you''re lying!"


    "Okay, okay, don''t make any noise!"


    Looking at the two little guys, Guo Shouyun felt a pain in his head. When they couldn''t run before, they were delicate and tender and looked extremely cute. But now that he can run and jump, and his lips are sharp, he really realizes what a ''bear boy'' is.


    The entire Guo Family Manor is hundreds of hectares, there is no place they can''t go, and there is nothing they can''t demolish. Hundreds of servants in the family were all jumped by them. Moreover, it is not only George Pi who is a boy, but also his sister Elizabeth. It''s been almost a week since I returned to the United States from Yulin Island, and Guo Shouyun''s ears have never been clear.


    "George, Elizabeth, stop arguing with Dad, come to me!" After pulling two reluctant little guys, "Bruce, Julia is here, in the living room."


    "I''m going down right now!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun squatted down, touched the heads of the two little guys and said warmly, "Listen to Aunt Wendy''s words, Dad will come back and bring you gifts."


    "Then you have to come back quickly!" Elizabeth said reluctantly.


    "Well! Dad must be back soon."


    Taking a last look at the two little babies, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked out of the study. In the living room, Julia Lescari stood up in a dark red lady''s business suit.


    "Let''s keep you waiting, let''s go!"


    "It doesn''t matter, I just arrived."


    After a brief chat, the two got into the car prepared by the bodyguard and drove out of the Guo Family Manor.


    "How''s Mata doing lately?"


    "You know him, and since he''s been a member of the San Francisco City Council, he''s put his whole mind on it."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "What about your wedding? When are you planning to?"


    "We''re not planning to hold a wedding for the time being!"


    "why?"


    Julia Lescari gently touched her still flat belly, "The doctor said I''m 8 weeks pregnant, so we''re going to wait for the baby to be born before we get married."


    "Really? When did it happen?"


    "Just checked it out two days ago!"


    "Great, congratulations, Julia!"


    "thanks!"


    "However, Mata is too boring. He didn''t tell me this kind of happy event right away."


    "He planned to surprise everyone on his birthday. But I exposed it first!" Julia chuckled.


    "Bruce, you have to keep it a secret for me, or if he finds out, you have to blame me when you go home Okay!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "It seems that I have to prepare a gift carefully."


    "Don''t be too expensive. Otherwise, we won''t want it!" Julia said quickly.


    "Don''t worry, I know what I have in mind. ... But if you are pregnant now, should the work on the Guo Charity Foundation be put aside first?"


    "No. I''m only 8 weeks old, and I''m still very early before my due date. Besides, the Foundation''s work is not heavy, I can handle it!"


    "That''s good. If you feel tired, take a break, otherwise if something happens. I can''t explain it to Mata."


    "I know! It''s okay!"


    The two chatted, and the car quickly arrived at Campbell Town near San Jose from Guo''s Manor. Not far from the east end of the town is a red building surrounded by forests.


    "This was originally a 2-acre holiday villa. At present, the villa and the surrounding 1,500 acres of land have all been bought by us. Because it is a non-profit charity school, the price is very low, and the total cost Less than $3 million. Now the school is still under construction, so there are not many children enrolled, only less than 100. When the construction of Bruce Middle School is completed a year later, it will be able to provide accommodation and meals for at least 2,000 children. full service.��


    "good!"


    Guo Shouyun looked around and nodded.


    "...Are the two children I brought back from Huaxia here?"


    "It''s all here."


    "I''m going to meet them!"


    "I''ll take you!"

 Chapter 474： Welfare school

    Chapter 474 Welfare School


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    "How many classrooms are there now?"


    Guo Shouyun asked when he followed Julia to the inside.


    "When we bought it, the villa had a total of six bedrooms, a study, a reception room, three bathrooms, a bedroom and two dining rooms. We converted the study and reception room, plus two bedrooms into a collective dormitory. There are five rooms left, one for the teachers as an office and another for the school guards as their bedrooms. The remaining three are classrooms for the children."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "The space is really tight."


    "The conditions are limited, and this is the only way to go. However, the next teaching building will be completed in three months, and the conditions will be more comfortable by then."


    "What about the academic system?"


    "Currently it''s mainly kindergarten and first grade. There are 37 children in kindergarten; there are 42 in first grade, divided into two classes."


    "How''s the quality?"


    "It''s uneven. But there are two very good kids."


    "Those two?" Guo Shouyun said with great interest.


    "One is Xiaoling Qian you brought back from Huaxia; the other is sent by Pires, a little girl named Natalie Downey, the IQ of the two is as high as 213, and the other is 196. They are all world-class geniuses!" Julia said excitedly.


    Looking at her appearance, Guo Shouyun realized that no matter what country, people prefer those smart children. However, Qian Xiaoling''s intelligence was realized by him, and this Natalie Downey surprised him a little.


    "Here, this is the classroom."


    Julia was about to knock on the door, but was stopped by Guo Shouyun.


    "Since they are in class, don''t bother."


    "Then you don''t see them?"


    "See, I''ll see you after class. By the way, bring that Natalie here too."


    Julia nodded and looked at the time. "get out of class is over in 15 minutes."


    "15 minutes is not too long, let''s go to the back and wait."


    Fifteen minutes is indeed not a long time. The two chatted for a while in the garden at the back, and the time passed. Julia returned to the classroom, and it didn''t take long before she saw Qian Xiaoling, Qian Dongpo, and a little brown-haired white girl walking behind Julia.


    Although the Qian brothers and sisters arranged for a plane to take them to the United States when Guo Shouyun first arrived in the capital. But from Quanzhou to Modu, the two sides have been together for more than half a month, so they are already familiar with each other. Seeing him again now, the Qian brothers and sisters had an obvious surprise on their faces. Especially the upright Qian Dongpo, who ran over directly.


    "Uncle Guo!"


    It feels really complicated to be called uncle by someone who is about the same height as me and looks stronger. But thinking that Qian Dongpo was less than 13 years old, Guo Shouyun had to put the hat of ''uncle'' on his head.


    "How is it, Dongpo. How are you doing here?"


    After Guo Shouyun suppressed his unnecessary thoughts of being called old, he patted Qian Dongpo''s generous shoulder and asked with a smile.


    "Very good. It''s just that I always don''t understand things in class, and English is too difficult to learn!"


    Qian Dongpo, scratching his head, said with a distressed expression.


    "You''re just getting started, it''ll take a while to get used to it. Also, I''ll take you somewhere next week."


    "Where?"


    "You''ll know then."


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun turned his attention to Qian Xiaoling, who had walked to his side. He wanted to touch her head, but after seeing the little girl''s frown and her subconscious retreat, Guo Shouyun understood this precocious little guy. I don''t like other people touching my head. But for this kind of strong little loli, shouldn''t it be the right solution to "ravage"?


    After messing up Qian Xiaoling''s tresses a little, Guo Shouyun looked at her disgusting eyes, half squatted down and said with a smile, "I think you must adapt well here."


    "The first grade thing is too simple, I want to skip a grade! Also, don''t mess with my hair next time, or I will be angry!" Qian Xiaoling said with a bulging face.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Okay, I won''t do your hair next time. But if you just skip a grade for you, what about the others?"


    "It''s not just me, Natalie also thinks the teacher''s teaching is very simple. As for the others, just let them stay in the first grade."


    Guo Shouyun glanced at her, and turned to the side wearing a blue pleated skirt, white stockings, ponytails, and a handsome appearance. At this time, he was looking at his little brown-haired girl.


    "come over!"


    Guo Shouyun waved to her.


    The little girl glanced at Julia next to her, and after receiving her encouragement, she walked to Guo Shouyun''s side.


    "Is your name Natalie?"


    The little girl nodded.


    "Then you also think the things in the first grade are very simple?"


    "Um!"


    "What grade do you think you should be in?"


    "I want to go to junior high school!" Qian Xiaoling said immediately.


    Natalie glanced at her and nodded.


    "I''ll think about this, how about giving you the answer in three days?" Guo Shouyun said after a little thought.


    The two little girls looked at each other and nodded at the same time Let''s go, I''ll take you to dinner! "


    The food at the school was good, and after having lunch with them, they let them go back to rest.


    "Bruce, are you really going to educate them ahead of time?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Their IQs are very high and their abilities are very good. It is really difficult to satisfy them with the content of the first grade."


    "But there are many drawbacks to advanced education, especially psychological and social," Julia said.


    "So, in addition to teachers, they should be equipped with the best child psychologists and educators. In addition, although they are allowed to carry out higher-level knowledge learning, they cannot buy too many steps. Depending on their achievements, they will jump One or two, but not too many. Also, don''t let them just study. Extracurricular activities such as dance, music, art, physical education and moral education should also be strengthened. At least twice a year, a month-long global trip, Visit art galleries, science and technology museums and other institutions once a month.��


    Julia paused, "So much investment in them?"


    "They are worth it!"


    "There are many very good orphans in the United States or other countries. If there is news about this, don''t be stingy with money and energy, and dig them to us. It''s just Xiaoling and Natalie, too few!"


    "What about children with parents?" Julia asked suddenly after a moment of hesitation.


    "You are a smart person, you should have guessed the original intention of my training Xiaoling and Natalie."


    "But those children with parents can also be trained as outstanding talents and become the backbone of your major companies."

 Chapter 475： ruby co.

    Chapter 475 The Ruby Company


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    "Natalie, resources are limited. Those children who have parents, have enough care, they are not lacking in resources. But these orphans have nothing. I hope my contribution will give them a better future."


    Natalie nodded.


    "After Campbell''s Bruce Middle School is completed, you can go to the east to build a middle school of the same size. In the future, the donations from the Guo''s Charity Fund will mainly be used to support these charitable schools established by us."


    "I see! I will try my best to accomplish this."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded. In fact, the reason why he is unwilling to accept those children with parents, in addition to what he said before, there is another very important reason is that children with parents can also have their parents as emotional sustenance. But the orphan can only use the school, or him and the Guo family as their emotional sustenance. The former has two options, the latter only one. In contrast, it is clear at a glance which loyalty is higher.


    "We need to hurry up to find a team of teachers for Xiaoling and Natalie, and I want the top team, and don''t be stingy with money."


    "Yes!"


    "Okay. I''ve seen everything that should be seen, you did a good job. I should go back too."


    "I send you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I have time to go to the house with Mata for dinner, I haven''t seen him for a long time."


    "Will do!"


    "goodbye!"


    "Bye-Bye!"


    After leaving here, Guo Shouyun did not go home, but came to the headquarters of Ruby Company in Mountain View. He owns five technology companies, Tencent, NetEase, Google, Ruby and Apple. What he valued most was the ruby. Because he has no controlling stake in Google, the management of the company is also constrained by the two founders, Larry Page and Sergey Brin. Although more than 80% of Apple''s shares are in his hands, Jobs is the soul of Apple. Needless to say, as for Tencent and NetEase, political factors make it impossible for him to really control these two companies.


    Therefore, only Ruby, which was born out of LinkedIn, is the technology company that he attaches the most importance to and devotes the most energy to.


    "boss!"


    "Tim, are you all here?"


    Tim George nodded, "It''s all here, I''m currently waiting for you in the conference room."


    Three days in advance, the top executives of Ruby''s companies are notified of the meeting, and no one will lose the chain at this time, especially in front of him.


    "Let''s go!"


    Wu Xiaojing and Wang Jue, who arrived here in advance, quickly followed Guo Shouyun out of his chairman''s office in Ruby.


    Ruby is not what it was three years ago when it was LinkedIn. With the continuous growth of the company''s registered members, the expansion of the business scale, and the incorporation of the ruby ??commodity trading website, the ruby ??company is now a large company with a value of more than 20 billion US dollars in the eyes of investment banks, funds and many business evaluation institutions. Of course, it''s also the fat they''re eager to share.


    "Whoa...!"


    After Tim George walked in with Guo Shouyun, in the huge conference room, more than 30 company executives all stood up.


    After Meteor strode to the main seat, his calm and dignified eyes quickly swept across the crowd, and then he simply waved his hand.


    "Sit down! ... I just read the company''s report for the first quarter of 2003, and you did a really good job. The number of registered users of LinkedIn and PayPal exceeded 100 million, and the registered users of the newly established Facebook and YouTube also exceeded 60 million! In terms of revenue, excluding the newly joined ruby ??commodity trading website, the entire company''s revenue in the first quarter was US$637 million, an increase of 37.2% year-on-year, and the performance was very good."


    After seeing the happy expressions on everyone''s faces, Guo Shouyun changed his words, "Although the results are good, we can''t be complacent. Because our competitors are still waiting for us to make mistakes, and then better than us and occupy our market, And eat us."


    Guo Shouyun moved the computer and operated the projector to release the PPT file he had prepared.


    "This is the information of Ruby''s biggest competitor in various fields that I have investigated. Let''s first look at LinkedIn. In the field of professional social networking, our biggest competitor is Joyo.com. This name must be known to everyone who knows the history of LinkedIn''s development. Familiar with this name. It was the name when LinkedIn was developed in my university dorm. As for the CEO and President of Joyo, everyone is familiar with it. Frank Arnell and Joe Johnson, 2001 because of management Made a major mistake and left the roles of Chief Human Resources Officer and Head of Security."


    Speaking of this, Guo Shouyun smiled, "I really didn''t expect that Joe Johnson, a security guard, has management talent. It seems that it was my mistake that I didn''t see this at the beginning." All the systems of the company are copied from our LinkedIn. Although I am not optimistic about its future, the current Joyo.com claims to have 15 million registered users and is the second largest website in the field of professional social networking after our LinkedIn. We have obtained 12 million US dollars of venture capital from Fidelity and Sequoia Capital. Therefore, we must pay attention to this company and must not give them any opportunity to develop....Tim, let the legal department of the company file a lawsuit in the court and sue Joyo.com Copying our business model, causing significant damage to the company''s development; suing Frank Arnell for breach of non-compete agreement."


    Tim George nodded and said, "Boss, business models do not belong to the scope of patents...!"


    After waving his hand to interrupt him, "I know this, the purpose of the lawsuit is not to really win the case, but to disrupt the pace of development of Joyo.com, to make those investment institutions become cautious in risk assessment, and to cut off those of Joyo.com. funding channels.��


    "Yes, I understand!"


    "John, as the CEO of LinkedIn, your main responsibility is to lead the company''s development. The parent company is responsible for the litigation. You just need to cooperate."


    LinkedIn CEO John Belden nodded.


    "Looking at PayPal, UUkanshu In terms of third-party payment platforms, our biggest competitor is ''''. His boss Elon Musk is a very talented guy. Although there is no advantage of our group , in the first quarter of 2003,'''' there are still more than 23 million registered users. ... Peter, you must be familiar with this person?"


    After PayPal CEO Peter Thiel nodded, "I''ve talked to Elon Musk a few times at several parties in Silicon Valley, and he is, as the boss said, a very good guy. The internet, clean energy and space technology are of great interest.��


    "Looks like you guys are talking very speculatively!"


    "In the third-party payments space, a lot of our points are aligned."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Do you have his contact information?"


    "Have!"


    "In this way, you make an appointment with him for me, and I will meet this person!"


    "You want to see him?"


    "The best way to beat a strong and good competitor is to acquire it. It''s a good company, and it would be a great addition to PayPal if it was successful."


    "Understood, I''ll call him right after the meeting."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and continued: "Let''s look at Facebook again. Eric, I really didn''t read the wrong person at the beginning. The company has only been established for a year, and Facebook has more than 83 million registrations, covering all English-speaking countries in the world. You have done a good job. "


    "Facebook wouldn''t have grown so fast without the backflow of resources provided by the group and the financial support of the boss."

 Chapter 476： 3rd adjustment

    Chapter 476 The third adjustment


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    "BOSS, I want to open up Facebook''s platform!" Eric Schmidt continued.


    "Oh why?"


    "Myspace, Instagram, VK and other social networking sites that mainly focus on photo sharing and making friends have developed rapidly. Their average registered users have exceeded 10 million. Although they are still far behind us, they are still developing. In addition, The traffic brought by LinkedIn and PayPal has played a decisive role in the leapfrog development of Facebook in the past year. But after the initial outbreak, this role has been weakened by most of it, and Facebook needs to go further and expand its relationship with other social networking sites. The best way to completely establish the dominance of the Internet social field is to open up the platform. Gather the traffic of more excellent websites and let Facebook go further.��


    "I object." Ruby CFO Dunco Verne said after raising his hand, "the company has invested a lot of money and energy in the development of Facebook and YouTube. Now they are developing better and better, it is for PayPal, And when LinkedIn''s forums, news, finance, blogs, MT and other businesses provide traffic denial. Now opening the platform is equivalent to sharing the Internet social platform that the company has devoted its energy to developing to other companies for free. If it is Amazon, eBay , Yahoo, a giant website that helps us. But sharing it with small companies with few users is a waste of company resources.��


    Those who attended the meeting soon split into two factions over whether Facebook should be open to the public. Guo Shouyun found that those who opposed it accounted for a larger proportion of those who supported it. Not surprisingly, nearly 50% of his ruby ??investment in the past, as well as head office earnings, went to Facebook. This differentiated support will naturally make other subsidiaries dissatisfied.


    Where there are people, there are rivers and lakes, especially within the company. After all, the senior management of each subsidiary has shares in their respective companies. If their own company gets more resources, it will develop better in the future, and its own interests will be more. So, the choice becomes a matter of course.


    Despite the opposition of many, Eric Schmidt was not flustered. He knows that the future development of Facebook tends to be platform-oriented.


    "Everyone has different opinions, which is good. This will help us make better decisions. But my idea is that Facebook''s platform needs to be open!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun quickly observed everyone''s expressions and continued Dao said, "The reason is very simple. If any company wants to be at the top of the industry, to build industry influence and become a real hegemon, its future must be open."


    "I''ll give a very simple example: I remember going by Roseland Street in San Francisco''s Lincoln neighborhood every day when I was in high school. Originally there were two markets there, Carlson on South Street and Harder. Lan''s Buddy Market."


    "In the beginning, because there were many high-end residential areas around Carlsson Market and residents'' spending power was strong, market managers charged each merchant entering the market a management fee of $80 per day, and restricted those smaller merchants from entering the market. . And although the Buddy market also charges, it is not a fixed $80, but adopts a flexible system based on turnover, and it is only 2~5%. In addition, she does not restrict the entry of any merchants, then I''m afraid it''s an individual vendor, as long as you don''t sell contraband, you can get a stall at Buddy Market."


    "The consequence of this is that more and more vendors enter the Buddy market, allowing her to provide customers with products that are several times or even ten times higher than the Carlsson market, and the variety is diverse, which can meet almost all the needs of customers. Therefore, more and more customers come here, and the popularity, influence and income of the Buddy market grow rapidly. In contrast, the Carlson market is declining due to the lack of sufficient customers. Although she also loosened control later , and opened its own market, but people have formed fixed consumption habits. So, when I entered Stanford University, the Carlson market was closed.��


    "Of course. I know many of you will say: physical commodity trading is different from Internet services. But what I want to tell you is: the inner logic of the service industry is the same, and the essence of social networking is sharing and attention. If I can If one website completes almost all the needs of the Internet, such as shopping, search, photo sharing, journaling, music sharing, etc., and each need has a lot of attention, then I will not choose a second similar website."


    "So, as Facebook becomes a platform and gets bigger, we''ll attract more and more ''merchants'' to come in. Similar to Buddy Market''s cut, we can get great advertising revenue. Also, for those who perform Excellent start-up website, we can also get future profits through venture capital. Based on the advantages of the platform, I think we are more successful than other venture capital funds and get more shares. Naturally, future income will be bigger."


    "If that''s the case, can LinkedIn also be platformed?" asked John Belden.


    "No!" Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Facebook is a comprehensive social networking site. It serves a large number of users and is dominated by entertainment. But LinkedIn is different. She is a website that focuses on professional social networking and job hunting. Users who log in to LinkedIn , not to come here to enjoy music, share photos and gossip about Hollywood, but to find a job, take classes or improve your professional skills, etc. LinkedIn should provide its own services according to the needs of users, especially the quality of services. So it does not Suitable as a broad open platform."


    John Belden was a little disappointed. From Guo Shouyun''s words, he already understood that Ruby''s focus is on Facebook, not LinkedIn.


    Looking at the completely different expressions on everyone''s faces, Guo Shouyun understood. It��s better to clarify the company��s focus early, so as to save too many entanglements due to the problem of resource allocation. Of course, competition will still occur, and competition will still exist, but the efficiency has been relatively improved.


    In fact, in addition to Facebook, other companies suitable for platformization include PayPal, or its group buying business. But until smartphones are fully popularized, the group buying business has never been able to become a mainstream application. So there is no need to separate it from PayPal for the time being. Otherwise, there''s not much to gain other than attracting more copycats and robbing PayPal of its first-mover advantage.


    "YouTube!" As soon as Guo Shouyun finished speaking, Chen Shijun''s expression instantly became tense.


    "At present, in the field of short video playback, there is no competitor that can compare with YouTube. But I hope you don''t take it lightly, and always remember that YouTube is essentially a social-oriented short video sharing website. It must be entertaining, pay attention to the user''s participation in the video, don''t think of yourself as a TV production organization, and don''t make any official editing of the user''s video. However, you can provide some color text editing, emoji editing and other small program."


    "Yes!"


    Chen Shijun nodded.


    "Ruby commodity trading website." Looking at John Roberts, "You are the most different Internet company within Ruby. You provide minerals, energy, manufactured goods, etc., and are essentially B2B sites. The core competencies are logistics and Supply chain, this is the eternal direction of ruby ??commodity trading website."


    "clear!"


    "Also, starting today, the ruby ??commodity trading website will be renamed ruby ??mall, abbreviated as ''RM''."


    John Roberts nodded affirmatively.


    "In addition, I have to make another adjustment to the company''s business. First of all, LinkedIn''s MT business is merged into the newly acquired Skype, and the CEO is still Mike Donner. The mainstream business is still instant messaging, and the business terminal must be from the PC side. , expanding to both PC and mobile. Also, Skype became independent and became the sixth independent subsidiary of the parent company.��


    There was more than joy on MacDonald''s face. To become an independent subsidiary means the inclination of resources and the rapid development of Skype. His euphoria contrasts with the disappointment of LinkedIn CEO John Belden. But the loss of the latter will be more today.


    "LinkedIn News changed its name to Today''s News, split from LinkedIn and became the seventh independent subsidiary of the parent company. The CEO is still Rick Bai."


    "LinkedIn Wealth Network changed its name to Global Wealth Network, split from LinkedIn and became the eighth independent subsidiary of the parent company. The CEO is still Christina White."


    "The LinkedIn business unit is cancelled, and the LinkedIn forum, together with the library, classroom, blog, career agency and professional networking, are both LinkedIn sub-businesses."


    "The ninth independent subsidiary ''Ruby Research Institute'' was established under the head office, which is mainly engaged in big data and cloud storage, providing data resources for corporate customers and storage services for individual users. The CEO of the company will be the former director of the LinkedIn business department. Dave DiRaney."


    Guo Shouyun finished his third major structural adjustment to Ruby Company in one breath. From now on, Ruby''s subsidiaries are nine including LinkedIn, Today''s News, Global Fortune Network, Skype, Facebook, YouTube, Ruby Mall, PayPal and Ruby Research Institute. Corresponding to professional social fields, and related blogs, libraries, classrooms, forums; news, finance, community, instant messaging, short video sharing, B2B, third-party payment, C2C, big data and cloud storage.


    Before everyone recovered from the shock of adding four subsidiaries at once, they heard Guo Shouyun continue: "The financial authority of the CEO of each subsidiary has been increased to 100 million US dollars, and the expenditure below 100 million US dollars can be exempted from the board of directors. Resolution. For personnel appointments, it is upgraded to the seventh level, that is, the heads of the business departments of each subsidiary can make their own appointments.��


    ��The size of the board of directors of the company will be expanded, and the CEOs of each subsidiary, as well as the head of the head office, including the CEO, CFO, and CHO, will become executive directors. The decision-making has an opinion and has the final decision-making power.��


    "In addition, in order to improve administrative efficiency and prevent the disease of large companies. For investment decisions of 1 to 300 million US dollars, as well as eighth and ninth level personnel appointments, the inspection and decision-making cycle shall not exceed seven days, that is, one week. For 3 to 1 billion US dollars The investment decision of the US dollar, as well as the tenth-level personnel appointment, inspection and decision-making cycle shall not exceed one month. Taking into account various accidents, the first case can be delayed by 1~3 days. The second case can be delayed by 3~7 days , but shall not exceed the 10-day and 37-day deadlines. If the board of directors is still unable to make a decision when the deadline comes, the CEO of the subsidiary involved will make the final decision and take responsibility.��


    "Finally, investment decisions over $1 billion, as well as tier 11 appointments, inspections, and decision-making cycles must not exceed three months."


    Ruby has a total of 11 personnel levels. At present, the eleventh level is the CEO of each subsidiary and the head of each department of the head office, that is, the members of the board of directors. This is something Guo Shouyun will directly ask. He believes he won''t let more than $1 billion in investments and 11th-level appointments create efficiency problems.


    "Boss, major corporate decisions should be more cautious. If you set a specific time, the risk is too great!" Tim George said.


    "I care more about efficiency than risk. The Internet is different from manufacturing. This industry is changing rapidly. If we can''t make decisions faster and more efficiently, we will lose to companies that are more flexible and adapt to the needs of users." After a moment, Guo Shouyun said solemnly, "Rather than waiting for the loss I am more willing to accept mistakes. ... I did it wrong, at least I won''t regret it. It is truly regrettable!"


    After Tim George nodded, "Boss, now that LinkedIn users have exceeded 100 million, can listing be put on the agenda?"


    Guo Shouyun once promised them to start the listing process when LinkedIn registered users exceeded 100 million. Since it was a question of promise, he didn''t want to go back on it.


    "Yes! Let Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch discuss this matter!"


    "Yes!"


    Tim George and John Belden, both of whom had shares in LinkedIn, had happy faces at the same time.


    "Boss, other subsidiaries...?"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted CFO Dengke Verne''s words, "Except for LinkedIn, it is not yet time to go public."


    When the words fell, he looked at the concerned eyes around him, "Any subsidiary, including Ruby, will be listed on the day, but only if you work hard and try to make it come sooner."


    "Boss, are there any specific criteria? Like LinkedIn''s 100 million registered users?" Peter Thiel asked.


    "Yes. I''ll tell you after I think about it. But 100 million registered users are definitely out of date. After all, it''s not the time for companies to start up and be poor and useless."


    "...Well, that''s it for today''s meeting. John Roberts, come with me."


    The CEO of Ruby Mall, who was called to him, hurriedly brought his work notes and followed Guo Shouyun to his office.


    "sit!"


    "Thank you boss!"

 Chapter 477： Shipping pattern

    Chapter 477 Shipping Pattern


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    "I noticed that the Ruby Mall has received a lot more customer complaints than before. What''s the matter?"


    After the two sat down, Guo Shouyun asked directly.


    "It''s our work that didn''t do a good job. Recently, the company has developed rapidly. In the first quarter, the registered users increased by 21.8% year-on-year, and the transaction volume increased by 47.4% year-on-year. As a result, the pressure on logistics has nearly doubled and surpassed ours. The logistics carrying capacity of the company has caused a certain backlog of goods, resulting in a delay in customer delivery time, which has led to an increase in the number of complaints."


    "Why didn''t it be distributed to other transportation companies?" Guo Shouyun asked after nodding his head.


    "Our own logistics company is the default on the contract documents of Ruby Mall. After signing the contract, it cannot be changed, so we can only continue these businesses. If we breach the contract, the loss will be even greater."


    The commodities traded in Ruby Mall are bulk commodities such as oil, natural gas, electricity, coal, timber, iron ore, copper ore, etc. A single default is a loss of hundreds of millions.


    "In terms of logistics and transportation, which one is the weakest?"


    "Sea freight! Although we have worked hard to expand the company''s fleet, we are still unable to cope with the fast-growing transaction volume."


    "Didn''t we just order 3 100,000-ton container ships and 12 15,000-ton ro-ro ships last year?"


    "Yes! But shipyards in South Korea and Japan will not be able to deliver until the end of the year, and China''s fastest shipping will be in July this year. Therefore, we cannot use the 480,000-ton capacity for the time being."


    "Then rent it! Satisfying customer needs is the first priority." Guo Shouyun said after a moment of indulgence.


    "The volume of leased ships in our shipping capacity has reached 627,000 tons, which has accounted for 38.4% of the sea freight volume of Ruby Mall. If we lease it again, it will exceed the 40% lease ratio you set."


    For commodity trading companies that build their own logistics, they rarely equate their own transportation capacity with the company''s actual transaction scale, because once the market falls, the spare transportation capacity will cause huge losses in idle fixed assets. Therefore, 50%~70% of the capacity is self-provided, and the rest of the capacity is leased, which is a good way to avoid losses.


    As a rebirth, Guo Shouyun, although he has not participated in logistics, is very aware of the Great Depression of the global shipping industry after the subprime mortgage crisis. It was a long, decade-long depression.


    The shipping depression that did not end until his rebirth was unbearable for a giant like Maersk. Hanjin Shipping, one of the world''s top ten maritime giants that transport hundreds of millions of tons of goods every year, was forced to go bankrupt. South American hamburgers sell themselves to save themselves, Hapag-Lloyd and Arabian shipping group together to keep warm and so on.


    Because of this, although the logistics business of Ruby Mall is developing rapidly, he has always been reluctant to let his fleet expand on a large scale, but maintains it at about 60%. The purpose is to wait until the depression period comes, so that the losses will not be too heavy.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun also has another option to completely hand over the logistics to a third party. But the core of e-commerce is logistics. If you can''t master this link, it is easy to lose credibility. Even in bulk commodities, counterfeiting and uneven quality occur.


    "It doesn''t matter if it exceeds temporarily, but the 40% lease ratio is the bottom line we stick to for a long time. Emergency can be done, but it cannot become the norm!"


    "Yes!" John Roberts continued after nodding, "Boss, our application to join the G6 league has been returned!"


    "What did they say?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "Our scale is not enough to join the club!"


    At present, the fleet capacity of Ruby Mall has reached 2.798 million tons. If the international standard 20-foot container is used, the total capacity is equivalent to 160,000 TEU.


    "Our fleet''s total capacity is currently ranked 27th in the world, why are we not eligible?"


    "They said that if we only count our own capacity, we only have 93,200 TEU. And their minimum entry standard is 200,000 TEU!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned deeper, "Is this standard true, or is it just for us?"


    "I don''t know. But the capacity of G6 members basically exceeds 200,000 TEU. But I think there must be an element of suppressing us, because the last thing vested interests want to see is our vigorous challenger."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Throughout the ages, in the absence of greater temptation, who would like to share the benefits at hand?


    "Have the other three alliances asked?"


    "Not yet, but we will act as soon as possible!"


    There are four major alliances in the global shipping industry. They are the G6 alliance formed by Hapag-Lloyd, Nippon Yusen, OOCL, US President Line, Hyundai Merchant Marine, and MOL; COSCON, Kawasaki Steamship, Yang Ming Shipping, Hanjin CKYHE alliance formed by China Shipping and Evergreen Shipping; 2M alliance formed by Maersk Line and Mediterranean Shipping; O3 alliance formed by CSCL, United Arab Shipping and CMA CGM.


    "Hurry up, otherwise our spending on logistics will never come down."


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart. These shipping giants have firmly occupied the dominant position of ocean shipping by virtue of their mutual advantages. And the shipping companies that have not joined these shipping alliances can only run regional routes. It''s not that small shipping companies don''t want to go ocean-going, it''s that losses limit their willingness. For the same ten-ton cargo, from China to Europe, the alliance of major shipping companies can ship the goods to Europe in less time and at a more economical price. But small companies do not have this advantage. They have limited customers and limited capacity, so it is naturally difficult for them to compete with large companies.


    "Boss, if we are rejected again...?"


    "Then we will do it ourselves, even if it is a loss, we must develop logistics." Guo Shouyun gritted his teeth.


    The core of e-commerce is logistics and supply chain, and he will keep Ruby Mall''s investment in these two aspects no matter what. As for cooperating with shipping giants such as Maersk and CMA CGM, allowing them to open data to themselves, and monitor the movement of goods in real time like Cainiao Network, we should wait for the development of Ruby Mall. Otherwise, if you come to the door now, open your mouth and let others share the core data with you, I am afraid that it is more likely to be blasted out.


    "clear!"


    "How many forward contracts are there now?"


    "The one-year forward contracts for nine commodities, including oil, natural gas, coal, and copper, totaled $4.73 billion. The two-year forward contract was $3.32 billion, the three-year $2.78 billion, and the four-year $2.1 billion. USD, five-year $1.73 billion. We currently hold a total of $14.66 billion in forward contracts.��


    "It''s really good that you can achieve your current results in less than half a year. Keep up the good work!"


    "Yes!"


    After asking the questions that should be asked and the things that should be explained clearly, Guo Shouyun let John Roberts leave.

 Chapter 478： visiting george

    Chapter 478 Visiting George


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    Guo Shouyun stayed at the Ruby Company headquarters all afternoon, and didn''t drive home until evening.


    "dad!"


    As soon as they entered the door, two sharp-eyed little guys rushed over.


    Guo Shouyun, who was happy in his heart, leaned over and picked up the two little guys. After kissing their smooth little cheeks, he said affectionately, "Do you miss Dad?"


    "think!"


    "It''s so cute!" Noticing the brand new Garfield dolls in the hands of the two children, "Who gave the dolls!"


    "Uncle George!"


    At this time, Guo Shouyun also noticed George Solo Roosevelt who stood up and waved to him in the living room.


    "Bruce!"


    Nodding at him, Guo Shouyun walked over with the two children and put them down first.


    "George, long time no see!"


    "Yeah. I know you''re busy with work, so I''m here to find you first!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Wendy, I''ll leave these two little troublemakers to you first. I''ll go talk to George for a while."


    Wendy, who was standing beside her, nodded slightly. She could guess what the two of them were going to talk about, but now she only hopes to live and live with her lover, and she doesn''t care much about things outside the family.


    Of course, the two little guys who finally saw their father would not let him go so easily. Guo Shouyun comforted them for a while before letting them quiet down.


    Take George upstairs to the reception room.


    "Tell me, what''s the matter?" Guo Shouyun said straight to the point.


    "I think you should be able to guess what I''m here for!" George smiled.


    Of course Guo Shouyun could guess it, and after a little pondering, "When?"


    "Anytime! But if you can hurry up, you better hurry up. Everyone in the family wants to meet you, the financial genius."


    "Then tomorrow!" Guo Shouyun said quickly after considering it simply.


    "tomorrow?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, since he had decided to marry the Roosevelt family, there was no need to hesitate any longer. It''s in your own interest to settle this sooner rather than later.


    "Can''t you?"


    After putting away the surprise on his face, George smiled and said, "Of course not, I wish you were earlier."


    "In that case, you can stay with me tonight. Tomorrow morning, we will take my private jet to New York together!"


    "OK, no problem!"


    After nodding, George glanced at the calm and confident man next to him, his eyes flashing, "Bruce, last week at Rosen''s restaurant, I ran into MGM CEO Gary Barber by chance, and it was you who met him. Matrix CEO Buddy Morris..."


    "What do you want to know?" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "Hey. I want to know the content of the cooperation between your Matrix and MGM. If it is appropriate, our George Artists Agency is also very willing to cooperate with you."


    Guo Shouyun smiled. He thought he was talking about specific film cooperation with MGM, but in fact the two sides were talking about acquisitions. Of course, it is not surprising that George Roosevelt misunderstood. Almost no one would have imagined that the Matrix, which had just annexed Universal and some Time Warner Media businesses last year, will launch a campaign against MGM, the same Hollywood film and television show leader, less than a year later. acquisition.


    However, this misunderstanding is also good. Now that the Matrix and MGM are just beginning to contact, it is better not to disclose the news that the Matrix intends to annex Hollywood''s oldest film and television giant until there are no specific details.


    "I married Wendy, and you are my brother-in-law. With a suitable business, of course I will not forget you!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Hey, that''s fine!"


    "Anything else? Come here if you''re okay."


    "You haven''t told me about your partnership with MGM...?"


    Guo Shouyun stood up and patted him on the shoulder, "When the negotiation is done, it will naturally benefit you."


    Looking at the back of him turning away, George Roosevelt frowned slightly. From Guo Shouyun''s tone, he noticed something strange, but he couldn''t understand why.


    After leaving the reception room, he briefly hesitated at the door, then stopped walking to the left, turned upstairs, and came to Molly''s room.


    "gentlemen!"


    The nurses and servants who were taking care of him here saw him coming in and quickly got up and greeted him.


    "You go out first!"


    "Yes!"


    After returning to quiet in the room, Guo Shouyun walked to the head of the bed, and saw that he had lost some weight, but still had perfect beauty, like a sleeping beauty. After staring for a moment, he lifted the blanket over her. Leaning over to pick up Molly, who was wearing pale pink pajamas, she turned and walked into the bathroom next to her. I put some hot water in the bathtub first. After I felt the temperature was right, I took off her clothes and put them in carefully.


    After carefully helping Molly take a bath, Guo Shouyun skillfully helped her dry her hair, dry her body, put on the underwear and new pajamas in the cabinet next to her, and put her back on the bed again, covered with a thin blanket.


    For Guo Shouyun, who has been taking care of Molly since she fell into a coma, he is extremely skilled in such things.


    Pushing a trace of her still wet black hair behind her ear, staring at this pretty face that made her love deep in her heart, Guo Shouyun sighed deeply after a long time.


    "I don''t know when you will really wake up? ... It doesn''t matter, no matter when you wake up or never wake up, I will always be with you! And you will always be my Guo Shouyun''s favorite woman!"


    Half an hour later, after pouring out the words in his heart, he walked out of the room.


    "gentlemen!"


    The nurses and maids waiting outside said respectfully.


    "Go in. Take care of Molly 24 hours a day and let me know as soon as she shows any signs of sobriety!"


    "Yes!"


    After explaining, Guo Shouyun turned around and went downstairs. As soon as they reached the corner of the stairs, they bumped into Wendy.


    "Are the kids asleep?"


    "Well! Just fell asleep! Are you going to take a look?"


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Forget it, let them rest." After a pause, he looked directly into the eyes of the beautiful woman in front of him, "Wendy, you can probably guess where George is coming."


    "Did you let you go to New York?"


    "I''ll go tomorrow." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "then you��?"


    "I promise!"


    Wendy''s pretty face immediately showed joy.


    Guo Shouyun reached out and pulled her into his arms, wrapped his arms around her slender waist, sniffed the lingering fragrance of the bun, and whispered in her ear: "Thank you for staying by my side for so many years, I think it''s time for me to give her. You explained it all."


    Wendy, who buried her head on Guo Shouyun''s shoulder, nodded vigorously. Soon, he felt the warmth of his shoulders. Pulling up the beautiful woman in her arms, she saw that Wendy was already in tears at this time. Feeling distressed, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help reaching out to wipe her tears, "Don''t cry, or you won''t be pretty..."


    Before he could finish speaking, Wendy suddenly stretched out her arm, wrapped her arms around the back of his neck, and kissed him actively and passionately.


    After Guo Shouyun felt the persistence, the enthusiasm in his heart was also aroused. He stretched out his hands and dragged Wendy''s soft and round buttocks, and the latter jumped up in coordination, and his slender legs caught Guo Shouyun''s sturdy waist.


    The two kissed like this, and walked into the bedroom as if no one else was there. With the tearing of the clothes, the sound that made people blush and heartbeat soon sounded, and it took a long time to rest!


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who was full of energy, George said in surprise, "Where''s Wendy, why didn''t you see her having breakfast?"


    "She''s on her period, and she''s a little uncomfortable."


    Of course, this is a lie. The real reason is that the two of them were too crazy at night, and as a result, Wendy, who had done this kind of thing for the first time, was too traumatized and is still recovering in bed.


    At first, Guo Shouyun didn''t expect Wendy to be a virgin In his impression, Western women are all open types. Later, when I asked in the morning, I learned that she had been very strict with her family since she was a child, and the private school she studied in had very strict regulations in this regard.


    Then I learned that the education of the entire western upper class is not as laissez-faire as seen in Hollywood movies and TV dramas. On the contrary, it is more like the middle school Guo Shouyun studied in Huaxia in his previous life, with strict school rules and extremely stressful study tasks. However, compared to the more cramming teaching in Huaxia Middle School, there is more practical and inspiring learning here.


    In terms of teaching level alone, the latter is obviously higher than the former. But the latter requires significantly higher monetary costs. When China is not rich and has a large population, cramming-style teaching and unified examinations are undoubtedly a fairer way to select talents.


    "Really? I''ll go see her later!" George said.


    "No. She was already asleep when I came out, so don''t disturb her. Besides, we''re going to leave after breakfast, but we don''t have time for you!"


    Although George is Wendy''s older brother, Guo Shouyun instinctively didn''t want him to know about the matter of the upside-down~Feng down~Feng.


    "Okay, listen to you!"


    Left and right is not a big deal, and George didn''t insist. Moreover, in contrast, taking Guo Shouyun to New York was the most important thing in his trip.


    After having breakfast and handing over the two little guys to the servants, Guo Shouyun took his bodyguard and secretary and went straight to the apron where the Kunpeng was located. An hour later, the group was already on the plane from San Francisco to New York.


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 Chapter 479： to New York

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    Chapter four hundred and seventy-ninth to New York again


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    From San Francisco to New York, it takes five hours between flights across the United States. Of course, Guo Shouyun couldn''t waste these five hours.


    "Liqing, how''s the cooperation with Mango Terrace?"


    "The verbal agreement has now been reached, and the contract will be signed soon!" Zeng Liqing replied.


    "Wei Wenbin accepted our conditions?"


    "Accepted. However, some modifications have been made to the conditions you originally proposed."


    "Revise?"


    "They took out the golden stall at 8 pm on Saturday in exchange for the commercial income of our Super Girl 35. In addition, they will not pay any purchase fees." Zeng Liqing said.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Wei Wenbin is more courageous than I thought. I thought they would choose the 20 million!"


    "I heard that Wei Wenbin originally planned to accept our 20 million yuan, but Ouyang Changlin of Mango TV strongly suggested that he should be bolder, which facilitated the latter conditions."


    "I see."


    Compared with Wei Wenbin, Ouyang Changlin is more familiar with Guo Shouyun. The man who has been at the helm of Mango Satellite TV for more than ten years has shaped the glory of Mango Satellite TV for ten years by closely following Qiong Yao dramas, creating Super Girl, and introducing Hallyu.


    "Since we''ve negotiated, let''s sign the contract early. Next summer, I want to see the first season of Super Girl start airing!"


    "Yes!"


    "If it''s okay, let''s do it for now!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun thought about it after hanging up the phone, and called Zhang Lei.


    "Boss, we really have a good understanding of each other, I was just about to call you!"


    "Go, I don''t want to have a little super-friendly relationship with you." After joking, "What''s the matter with me?"


    "When the Iraq war started, the Mang Seed Fund took the opportunity to make a profit of 963 million US dollars from gold and oil futures. According to regulations, 30% of Mang Seed''s profit must be handed over to the head office. As a result, Yu Fei dragged me and said that this was Your order?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "This is indeed my order. But don''t worry, what should be given to you will definitely be given to you. But it will take a while."


    "You have another big move?" Zhang Lei''s tone instantly became excited.


    "How can there be so many good opportunities. The occasional small opportunity is just a little pocket money!" Zhang Lei was not given a chance to continue to ask, "I saw the financial statement submitted by Hanhua Bank for March, and the amount of gold deposited in the bank is a little bit. Much!"


    "Indeed. Throughout March, as much as 26.7 tonnes of gold was deposited through our branches in Hong Kong and throughout Southeast Asia. This number exceeds all the gold deposits of the entire Hanhua Bank in the past, which is very strange. You said that among them Will there be a problem?"


    Guo Shouyun is very clear about the origin of the gold, but he will definitely not tell Zhang Lei the truth. It''s not that he doesn''t trust him, but that this kind of not-so-bright thing, if one less person knows, there will be less danger of exposure.


    "What could be wrong? As long as our business is legal, it doesn''t matter where it comes from."


    Zhang Lei nodded. Of the big banks in the world, which one has a clean bottom? In the process of laundering $500 billion in black money every year, almost all banks are involved. It is not only once or twice that financial giants such as Seymour and Citi have been punished by US regulators for this kind of thing.


    "This gold worth 300 million US dollars is kept in our Hong Kong vault. Unless the head of the household picks it up, we should not lend it out."


    Gold is the ballast of financial risk and will continue to increase in value over the next decade. Therefore, when the gold was deposited in Hanhua Bank, Guo Shouyun was not ready to move it.


    "clear!"


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    "Bruce, if I could, I really wish I could understand Chinese. That way, I can understand what you just said, instead of acting like a fool like I am now!"


    After hanging up Zhang Lei, sitting aside, George Roosevelt, who felt neglected, spread his hands and complained.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, if he hadn''t been sure that he didn''t understand Chinese, he wouldn''t have been on the phone with this guy just now. You know, what we talked about before was all the trade secrets of our own company.


    "If you want to learn, it''s not too late. But let me remind you that Chinese is not easy to learn."


    George shrugged, "That''s fine." That''s all he said just now.


    "...Bruce, how is your Anping acquisition of Unocal?"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him, "Aren''t you an artist broker? Why are you concerned about energy?"


    "It''s not me who cares, it''s someone who cares."


    "Your father?"


    Guo Shouyun quickly guessed.


    George nodded, "You should know that my dad is the manager of the Roosevelt family trust fund. In addition to the well-known New York real estate, we also invest in the stock market and bonds, and energy is naturally included." After looking at him, George continued meaningfully, "More importantly, don''t you plan to merge Anping''s oil assets into it and promote Unocal''s listing after the acquisition of Unocal? This is a good opportunity for investment funds. "


    His strategic planning for Unocal, including going public, is no secret. During this negotiation, many of Unocal''s original shareholders, as well as the Bush family, Goldman Sachs and other forces that he brought to help, basically understood. Therefore, it is not too surprising for George''s words.


    "I thought old Mr. Roosevelt was most concerned about Google''s pe!"


    "As the fastest-growing Internet company in Silicon Valley, of course my dad will also care. However, he is different from our younger generation after all. He still prefers those with stable returns to Internet companies with higher risks. Industry. And, now that the dot-com bubble has just passed, the tragic memory of the market crash is not so easily wiped from everyone��s mind.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly. Looking at the time, "Get ready, the plane is about to land."


    George patted the seat belt that was already fastened on his body, and said with a smile, "It''s ready!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "You are quite self-conscious."


    "Hey, safety first!"


    While the two were chatting, the plane began to have a noticeable sense of falling. Ten minutes later, the Kunpeng landed safely at JFK International Airport in New York.


    "Master, Mr. Guo!"


    When the two of them just got off the plane, an old black man with a red bow tie, a black suit, gray hair, and a gentle and calm temperament greeted them with a smile.


    "Peter, why are you here?"


    While seeing each other, George Roosevelt took the lead and walked over happily.


    "Sir let me come here to pick you up!"


    After nodding suddenly, "Bruce, let me introduce you, this is Peter, the housekeeper who grew up watching me."


    "Hello, Mr. Peter!" Guo Shouyun smiled and stretched out his right hand towards him.


    "Hello! Mr. Roosevelt asked me to come pick you up!"


    "He''s too polite!"


    After the two briefly greeted, Peter Parr guided the group to the motorcade that had been waiting for a long time, and then the group left the airport and drove towards the residence of the Roosevelt family on Long Island.


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    Chapter 480 The Roosevelt Family


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    If the Central Garden is the back garden of Manhattan, then Long Island is the back garden of the whole of New York. To the west of Long Island are Brooklyn and Queens in New York City. Surrounded by the sea on three sides, the island is covered with forests, with abundant rainfall and a humid climate. Due to its maritime climate, it is not hot in summer. It is considered to be one of the most habitable areas in the world, and it is also the most famous in the United States and even the world. one of the wealthy areas.


    Most of the upper class in New York, and even the whole of the United States, has their own residence here. The most famous of them are the Roosevelt and Morgan families. Although the people of these two big families have been scattered around for hundreds of years, the ancestral land is still here.


    The film The Great Gatsby is the truest portrayal of Long Island''s high society.


    However, what surprised Guo Shouyun was that the Roosevelt family''s mansion was not far from Shanglin Garden, his mansion in East Hampton.


    "We have arrived!"


    In the sound of George''s reminder, Guo Shouyun saw the huge manor surrounded by lush vegetation outside the car window. The decidedly English-style manor is dappled in the warm afternoon sun, and it''s clearly been through a lot of years.


    The car drove into the manor, bypassed the fountain in the center of the flower bed, and stopped on the edge of the steps in front of the central villa. When the car stopped, a middle-aged man in a black suit with a refined temperament came over. Along with him came a middle-aged woman in a red cheongsam who was six points similar to Wendy, and Liv Solo Roosevelt who had met once. In addition, a few members of the Roosevelt family, the Butler family, who had already known about it in the documentation, although it was the first time they met, were Wendy''s siblings and husband or wife.


    "Mr. Butler, it''s an honor to meet you!"


    To a certain extent, Guo Shouyun was also seeing his father-in-law this time, so his attitude was very respectful.


    Looking at the calm and confident young man in front of him, Butler Roosevelt smiled and nodded. He did not have the idea of ??white supremacy, and it was one of the best choices for the Roosevelt family to find Guo Shouyun, a talented, amazingly wealthy, and fast-rising business talent to marry.


    "Welcome to the Roosevelt House!"


    After a simple handshake, Guo Shouyun continued: "Ms. Roosevelt, hello!"


    Elizabeth Solo Roosevelt was also very satisfied with her son-in-law, "Why didn''t Wendy come with you?"


    "She wasn''t feeling well, so she didn''t follow."


    "uncomfortable?"


    "Don''t worry, she just has a cold!"


    George glanced at him, his lips moved but he didn''t speak.


    "That''s good!"


    Mrs. Roosevelt breathed a sigh of relief. Compared with her husband, she was obviously more affectionate and caring for Wendy than her husband who brought up her daughter.


    "Dad, let''s go in and talk, don''t stand outside!" Liv Roosevelt, who was standing on the side, reminded with a smile.


    "Mr. Guo, please!" Butler Roosevelt nodded.


    "You and auntie should call me Bruce, and we will not be outsiders in the future."


    A gleam of light flashed in Butler Roosevelt''s eyes, and then he smiled and said, "I''m afraid you''re not used to it. Since that''s the case, I''ll just call you Bruce!"


    "certainly!"


    After chatting for a while, the group walked into the villa, and after Butler Roosevelt briefly introduced the family to Guo Shouyun, everyone sat down in the living room.


    Guo Shouyun took out the gift he brought, and the two sides chatted briefly, but he didn''t talk too much about his work in the middle. Of course, this is not difficult to understand.


    What Butler Roosevelt wanted to chat with Guo Shouyun was basically his company''s trade secrets. With all the members of the Roosevelt family, it is natural that we can''t talk about this kind of topic.


    So it wasn''t until after dinner that the two came to Butler Roosevelt''s study that they really started to get to the point.


    "When are you going to marry Wendy?"


    "You can register at any time. But I hope the wedding will be a few more years away!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "why?"


    "Now is the rising period of my career, and this time is especially precious. Therefore, I can''t spare enough energy to prepare for the wedding. Besides, Wendy has waited for me for so many years, and I don''t want to let her marry me hastily. "


    What Butler Roosevelt valued was the marriage with Guo Shouyun, and even more so, the interests of the two were tied together. This is enough as long as the two become legal husband and wife. As for weddings, it''s a small matter.


    "If you and Wendy think there is no problem, then I won''t interfere with you."


    "Thank you for your understanding!"


    Butler Roosevelt nodded, looked at the young man sitting opposite him, and after organizing the language, "How far has the acquisition of Unocal Oil Company proceeded?"


    "Currently it is the approval of the remaining Commerce Department."


    "Is it nearly a month''s delay at the Ministry of Commerce?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "You know that too?"


    "Of course! After all, your acquisition of Unocal involves nearly 15 billion US dollars of capital. Such a huge acquisition is rare in the United States or even in the world. I will naturally pay more attention." Butler Roosevelt waved, "But these are not The point, the point is, do you know why your M&A submission is stuck in the Commerce Department for so long?"


    "Do you understand?" Guo Shouyun asked after shaking his head.


    "Robert Downey, Secretary of Commerce, is a shareholder of Chevron Texaco. And Chevron also wants to swallow Unocal to boost their crude oil reserves and markets in East and Southeast Asia. But now Chevron''s The capital is not as good as that of Enron Pacific, where you are at the helm, so they plan to slow down your acquisition pace, and after the oil price rises, after withdrawing some funds from the stock market, they will compete with you for control of Unocal.��


    Guo Shouyun frowned, why did he never know this?


    "Are you doubting the authenticity of my news?"


    Robert Downey is an old fritter, and he quickly guessed his thoughts from Guo Shouyun''s subtle changes in expression.


    Knowing that his experience is not as good as the other party''s, Guo Shouyun did not deny it, "If Texaco really intends to acquire Unocal, it is impossible for such a big project to go unnoticed."


    "Don''t underestimate the degree of confidentiality of these established companies that have been established for nearly a century. Moreover, the reason I know this information is because the Roosevelt family is also a shareholder of Chevron."


    Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank, "Why didn''t I see you in its shareholder list!"


    "It doesn''t have me on its shareholder list, but you should see a guy named Michael Vincent Roosevelt!"


    "He is also a member of the Roosevelt family?"


    There are many people with Roosevelt surname in America but that doesn''t mean they all belong to the Roosevelt family.


    "That''s right! After all, he should be my cousin!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s surprised expression, Butler Roosevelt said proudly, "The Roosevelt family has existed since the beginning of the United States. With nearly three hundred years of operation, only through family members, we have woven a brand that has spread throughout the United States and even the entire West. A huge network of relationships. Any important intelligence and news are spread in this network. When encountering difficulties, this network will also provide great help.... This is why we are called the four major families in the United States, three hundred The root cause of not falling."


    After a pause, "Of course, in addition to the above. There is another reason why the Roosevelt family is prosperous, that is, we never stand still, and are always willing to accept those outstanding geniuses into this family!"


    Facing the eyes that looked directly at him, Guo Shouyun knew that these words were meant for himself. The purpose is to make oneself aware of its power, and then rely on this huge family to better serve it.


    Guo Shouyun admitted that he was very touched, and he once again deeply realized the importance of family heritage. But this strengthened his determination to establish the Guo family and consolidate his heritage. Because of Huaxia''s century-old humiliation, it not only educated the entire country, but also educated her people.


    Depend on people, never try to be really powerful.


    He, Guo Shouyun, was busy running around, not to contribute to the prosperity of the Roosevelt family in the future!


    However, the traditional Chinese etiquette philosophy prevented him from directly denying Butler Roosevelt''s words.


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    "It is also my honor to be associated with the prosperous Roosevelt family!"


    It''s just the scene, Guo Shouyun said it with sincerity.


    Butler Roosevelt smiled, and from his experience he could naturally hear that Guo Shouyun''s words were just coping. But that''s not surprising. The person who can persuade the other party to serve the Roosevelt family at the first meeting is probably not worth his efforts to win over and invest. However, there is still time for him to use his means.


    "I believe you will be glad for your choice today." After a pause, "What are you going to do with Chevron?"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, he knew that the other party was waiting for him to ask for help.


    "I contacted some friends. But I hope you can help!"


    Since he chose to marry the Roosevelt family, it would be really stupid not to use such a relationship to help him achieve his goals. As for the coveting of the Roosevelt family, when you are stronger, you will have more strength to fight.


    Butler Roosevelt''s mouth twitched, "We will be a family in the future, of course I will help you with this matter. But I need some Unocal shares after success to open up the joints."


    Guo Shouyun is not stupid, he knows that this is the condition for the other party to help.


    "Unocal will have a PE before listing, and I will give you a portion of the shares."


    Butler smiled and nodded, "You''re smarter than I thought!"


    "You won the prize. I just know the truth of ''sharing can win.''"


    "Share to win? It''s a good point of view, and I hope you can continue to do so in the future." After a pause, "I heard that your Google company is also preparing to go public?"


    "It''s preparing, but it won''t be really possible until next year."


    "why?"


    "My valuation of Google is $24 billion, and the investment banks and financial institutions involved all think it is too high, so the negotiations have been deadlocked. But it doesn''t matter, after they see Google''s financial report next year, it will be easier to talk if they want to come. ."


    Butler frowned slightly.


    "As far as I know, in the first quarter of 2003, Google''s main business revenue was 427 million US dollars, and its net profit was 83 million US dollars, a year-on-year increase of 28.4%, 26.7% excluding exchange rate changes. According to 20 times According to the price-earnings ratio, Google''s market value should be around $8 billion, and $24 billion is three times the reasonable data. That is, a price-earnings ratio of 60 times, which is too exaggerated. After the Nasdaq crisis, no investment bank or financial institution can Accept such an exaggerated price-to-earnings offer."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Your analysis is indeed correct, but Google is not a traditional manufacturing and service industry. We are the Internet industry, and we are in a period of rapid growth. If we don''t report higher, it will hurt Google''s interests."


    "Even so, triple is an exaggeration."


    "It does sound exaggerated, but Google is not short of money. We went public not for funds, but for channels. Therefore, we have the confidence to pursue high quotations." After a pause, Guo Shouyun said meaningfully, "Goldman Sachs, US The reason why Lin, as well as investment institutions such as Seymour, Blackstone, and The Carlyle Group, are willing to talk after hearing our offer is because they also understand the value of Google."


    Butler raised his eyebrows, "It seems you are very confident?"


    "Because I know where Google''s future lies, I''m more confident than anyone."


    His confident tone and expression made Butler think a little more.


    "I saw your speech at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Can the future Internet really reach the heights you said?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, then smiled: "That''s my judgment based on my own experience in the past few years. But many people say it''s unrealistic fantasy."


    "The most I want to know is if it''s really just a ''fantasy''?!"


    "The benevolent sees benevolence, and the wise sees wisdom. I don''t have many examples to prove it, so I can only rely on personal judgment."


    Butler frowned, "This topic is like the question of ''Do you believe in God?'' There is no accurate answer."


    "Yes. Those who believe will naturally believe, and those who don''t will not believe it. So let the facts speak for themselves! Time will tell."


    After examining him for a while, Butler said, "Can the Roosevelt Trust invest in Google?"


    "Of course! We welcome all powerful investors, including the Roosevelt family!"


    The two looked directly into each other''s eyes, and a lot of complicated emotions flashed through their eye contact.


    Time passed quickly, and before you knew it, it was already late at night. Butler Roosevelt planned to let Guo Shouyun live here at night. However, his home is also nearby, considering that this time in New York, in addition to visiting the Roosevelt family, there are other important things. It was obviously more convenient in my own home, so I declined.


    Shanglin Garden, Guo Shouyun''s mansion on Long Island, New York. Covering an area of ??3.6 hectares, although not the largest, it is also a rare luxury. Although he rarely lives here, the security and cleaning of the manor never stop, so he can live in at any time.


    On the first day he moved in, Guo Shouyun convened five managers of his two hedge funds, Lei Ting and Mang Zhong, for a video conference.


    "This is Yu Fei, the fund manager of Mang Zhong; they are Zhang Shaoling who manages Solomon, Qin Zhicheng who manages unicorns, John Lu Simie who manages Centaurs, and Michael Barry who manages Descendants Capital. I believe you all know each other''s existence. , today is an informal meeting, let''s get to know each other."


    "Hi, brothers, I am Yu Fei from the mango. The rest of the ''Yu'', the ''Fly'' that flew up. My favorite person is Brigitte Lin, because she is beautiful. My favorite thing is to go clubbing, because There are the most beautiful girls there, and they are very open. The person I hate the most is the boss, because he always takes me back to work when I am dating girls!"


    Listening to his words, Guo Shouyun''s head full of black lines hung down. Although he had long expected that Yu Fei''s jumping character would definitely be the first to speak, and to say some irritating words, this **** was too presumptuous.


    "Haha, buddy, you are a jerk, the boss''s face is definitely not good-looking. ... I am Zhang Shaoling from Solomon, and I like you. When the next vacation, we will go to Ipanema Beach in Brazil together, there are all the mixed-race girls there. beautiful."


    "I''ve been there. The girl is really beautiful, but she''s too tanned. My taste is still a little whiter."


    "In this case, I recommend you to go to Hawaii, where there are the most oriental tourists, and they generally don''t like to bask in the sun. There are also many beautiful girls. By the way, I am Qin Zhicheng, responsible for managing the unicorn fund."


    "I''m John Lusmee, who runs the Centaur Fund, and as an East Coast-born American, I would say the most beautiful place in America is Miami. There''s something for every taste."


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help shaking his head. Sure enough, no matter when, women can let men who are relatively unfamiliar with each other quickly find common topics.


    Listening to these guys chatting more and more, Guo Shouyun was about to interrupt, but just as he opened his mouth, he suddenly heard a hoarse voice ringing in his ears.


    "the University!"


    The atmosphere in the room suddenly became quiet, and then Zhang Shaoling said in an unbelievable tone: "I heard it right, did Michael speak just now?"


    "Should... it seems so!" Qin Zhicheng''s tone was also full of surprise.


    "Hey, what the **** are you all doing? What tone and expression? Michael said ''university'' just now. Is there anything strange about that?"


    Although Yu Fei also knew that the manager of the descendant capital of Thunder Fund was Michael Barry, he had never worked with him before, so he didn''t know the character of the other party.


    "...I can''t tell, Michael, you are the one who really hides it. The girls in the university are beautiful and simple, and many of them are original and authentic, so pay attention!"


    "It''s unimaginable. I''ve known Michael for two years. So far, apart from work, I''ve heard nothing from him that adds up to five sentences!"


    "That''s right!"


    Zhang Shaoling and Qin Zhicheng nodded in agreement.


    "Wow, does Michael Barry speak so little? No wonder you all seemed to drop your jaws just now However, this also fully proves that women are indeed the most interesting common topic among men. ." Yu Fei said excitedly.


    After coughing and interrupting their chat, Guo Shouyun said, "Okay, let''s go here first if we''re chatting. Now it''s time to get down to business!"


    "Boss, is there another big move?" Zhang Shaoling said excitedly.


    "no!"


    "no?"


    Looking at his stunned expression on the screen, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but teach a lesson: "Do business in a down-to-earth way, don''t think about big moves all day. If there are so many opportunities, I''ll be staring at the candlestick chart every day. No need to work hard in business! But is this kind of thing possible? Ninety-nine out of a hundred who do this will die miserably, and the remaining one is on the way to ''die''."


    "If a hedge fund wants to do well, modesty and prudence are the kings; long-term vision is the right way. Long-term layout is the right way. If you can do as little as you can, do as little as possible, and it is best not to do it!"


    After he finished speaking, he didn''t care about Zhang Shaoling''s feelings either. Because he knew the other party, Zhang Shaoling, who was extroverted, was not as thoughtful as Qin Zhicheng and John Lu Simi, and would not really take his words to heart. Of course, the disadvantage of this is that what he said is basically the same as not saying it. However, fortunately, Zhang Shaoling''s financial talents and his supervision will not allow him to make big mistakes.


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes quickly swept across the five people, and his expression gradually became serious.


    "Although I''m not looking for you this time for a big opportunity, there is indeed a good opportunity!"


    Seeing their bright eyes, Guo Shouyun kept saying, "I got news that Seymour is going to merge with the First Bank of Chicago. One is a financial giant second only to Citi and Bank of America, and the other is the sixth-ranked commercial bank in the country. Banks, the merger of both parties will change the financial landscape of the United States.��


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    "Boss, such a big thing. Why can''t I hear a little bit of wind now?" John Lusmi asked.


    "The two sides have only just begun to contact, so naturally there will be no news outside. However, you don''t have to doubt the authenticity of this news. After all, I won''t joke with my own funds." After a pause, "Now you should understand me What are you planning to do?"


    "Do more Seymour and the First Bank of Chicago in margin financing and securities lending!" Qin Zhicheng said quickly.


    "Not bad!" Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Boss, you asked me to stay with the money I made from gold and oil through the Iraq war this time, just for them?" Yu Fei asked.


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Except for descendant capital, the profits you made from the rise of gold and oil this time are basically between 800 and 1.5 billion US dollars. Just use this money as the principal, and you can choose the leverage ratio. I will not interfere."


    "Selling gold and oil futures, Solomon Fund has more than $6 billion in idle funds, why not invest it all? The combined market value of Seymour and First Bank of Chicago exceeds $83.47 billion. Such a large scale is enough for us to do well. Do it!" Zhang Shaoling asked.


    "The combination of Lei Ting and Mang Zhong can come up with about 4 billion US dollars of funds, plus the leverage of margin financing and securities lending, can leverage at least 20 billion US dollars of huge funds. This money is enough to invest in this operation. More If the price of gold and oil has stabilized, it is time to sell the positions that were sold at the beginning. Make it up again."


    "More gold and oil?" John Luthmi asked.


    "That''s right! If I didn''t give you special instructions, the gold and oil bulls have always been our investment priorities for Thunder and Mangosteen." Guo Shouyun affirmed.


    "There should be a forward contract!"


    After glancing at Yu Fei, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "I haven''t asked you, how much forward contract amount do you have now?"


    "Solomon is primarily three-year and five-year oil contracts totaling $1.894 billion."


    "The Centaurs are mainly three-year oil, coal, natural gas, iron and copper mines for $2.588 billion."


    "The unicorns are mainly oil, gas and rare earths for five and five-year periods, amounting to $2.13 billion!"


    "Three-year oil for Descendants Capital, $370 million."


    "The five-year oil of the Mango Seed Fund, the total amount is 3.38 billion US dollars."


    Their financial investment style can be seen from the answers of the five people. Zhang Shaoling and Yu Fei were the most daring, and the latter was especially daring. Therefore, their investment project is only a single item of oil, and the amount is huge.


    John Luthmi''s investment style is the most conservative, so even for forward contracts, he chose the shortest three-year period stipulated by Guo Shouyun, and used five futures types of oil, natural gas, coal, iron ore and copper ore to diversify risks.


    Qin Zhicheng is neither as conservative as John Lu Simi, nor as unrestrained as Zhang Shaoling and Yu Fei. His style is more like a combination of Zhengqi and Qi, and there is no lack of flexibility in stability. Just like this time, Guo Shouyun was a little surprised that there was a relatively unpopular choice of ''rare earth'' in his forward contract portfolio. However, he is indeed very discerning. Now the market prices of more than 30 rare earth products are very low and they are bullish for a long time. And with the exponential growth in the production and demand of electronic products, the price of rare earths has also risen.


    The only downside, though, is that rare earths are rarely produced. The annual demand of the entire international market is only a few dozen tons, so making forward contracts for rare earths will make money, but it will not make too much money. Of course, he believes that Qin Zhicheng also understands the future of rare earth forward contracts, so in his investment portfolio, rare earths do not have a large share.


    Glancing at the silent Michael Barry. Among the five, he has the least investment, but Guo Shouyun is not surprised. His interest is in the stock market, and if it wasn''t for his orders, Michael Barry would not have invested in the futures market, let alone forward contracts.


    After shaking his head and pressing down his extra thoughts, "The forward contract has increased to 5 billion US dollars, then stop. As for Michael, you decide how much to invest."


    "$5 billion? I thought the boss wanted at least $10 billion!" Yu Fei said.


    "5 billion is enough. Forward contracts are good, but we can''t put too much energy on them."


    Although forward contracts are profitable, over the years, Guo Shouyun also understands the truth of ''too much is too much''. Too much greed can turn a good thing into a bad thing. Moreover, Lei Ting and Mang Zhong have a combined forward contract of more than 20 billion US dollars, which can bring him at least 30% of the net profit after the expiration of three or five years, which is 6 billion US dollars. This amount is already quite good.


    As for why he didn''t limit the size of the forward contracts for Ruby Mall, Pacific Energy and Unocal Oil. Mainly because the Ruby Mall is originally a commodity trading platform, and this is what it does. As for Pacific Energy and Unocal, the former itself needs natural gas, and the latter is also an oil developer. And they''re not just three-year and five-year long-term contracts. Instead, it includes contracts for different periods of time within 1 to 5 years, which are both investments and self-needs.


    "Now, is the scale of funds under your management still rising?"


    "It''s still rising, but John''s centaur fund must have risen the most." Zhang Shaoling said.


    This is not surprising. Compared to Zhang Shaoling and others, John Lu Simi has worked on Wall Street for many years, and the old Lu Simi is even more well-connected. With such a background, he will naturally be more trusted by the wealthy class than Zhang Shaoling and Qin Zhicheng.


    "John, how big is your centaur fund?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "If you don''t count the value-added part, it''s currently $25.62 billion!"


    "Okay, how about you?"


    "The size of the unicorn is 22.83 billion US dollars!" Qin Zhicheng said.


    "The scale of Solomon is 21.94 billion US dollars. But Lao Qin, why are you managing so many funds?" Zhang Shaoling couldn''t help asking.


    "When is it possible. I also rose a little bit."


    "Lao Mei is indeed rich. The size of the three funds you manage has exceeded 20 billion US dollars. The mango seed fund I manage is now only 17.33 billion." Yu Fei said unwillingly.


    ��The concept of wealth management in Asia, especially the riskier hedge funds, is inherently less acceptable. Moreover, the Plaza Accord smashed Japan. The 1997 financial crisis has made South Korea, Hong Kong, and Asian economies such as Thailand and Malaysia more developed and less developed. Most of the economies in the fast-growing regions have been destroyed. The rest of the countries, especially China, have only just begun to take off. It is not surprising that the growth of mango seed funds is slow." Qin Zhicheng said.


    "Okay, don''t complain. The Asian economy is developing very fast, and the size of the mango seed fund will continue to rise." After a pause, Guo Shouyun continued, "Now we have a lot of funds under management. In addition to the stock market, gold and oil Beyond futures, forex, and forward contracts, I want you to put your growing capital into a new project!"


    "New project? What new project?" Yu Fei couldn''t help asking.


    "US Real Estate Subprime Bonds!"


    "Real estate subordinated debt?"


    Michael Barry, who had been silent for a while, suddenly said.


    "That''s right." After a reply, "Michael, you don''t have it in your portfolio, do you?"


    "Not yet. But recently I noticed that real estate subordinated debt is growing rapidly. In 2002, its size was less than 30 billion US dollars. But in the first quarter of 2003, its size has increased by 47.6%. According to the current situation, By the end of the year, the scale of real estate subordinated debt will exceed 100 billion US dollars!"


    "Boss, although the return on real estate subordinated debt is very high, it is also very risky. Once the buyer defaults, we will lose everything." John Lusmi reminded.


    "I know the risk of subprime debt is high. But we are a hedge fund. If the risk is not high, where will our income come from? Also, if you pay attention, you will find that the entire US real estate market is rising now. Period The Federal Reserve''s federal funds rate has been hovering at a historical low of 1%. Citi, Bank of America, and **** are constantly lending to home buyers in order to reduce losses and increase income; Freddie Mac , Fannie Mae''s mortgage securitization is also in full swing. All of this indicates that the US real estate boom is coming. We want to grab the most lucrative profit from it, and subprime debt is the most suitable choice at present. As for Losses, at least during the upswing in U.S. real estate, we won''t lose money."


    "So, how do we judge when the crisis will come? And get rid of it in time to keep the money we earn." Qin Zhicheng said.


    "It''s not that hard. When all the media around you starts talking about real estate, when the Mexican maid in your family starts thinking about buying property, and when the banks start making home loans to the penniless, we should quit."


    "Boss, will you really come this far?" John Lusmi asked.


    "Maybe. But the greed of capital always makes people do stupid things. ... Well, that''s all I have to say, do you have any questions?"


    "Is there a limit to the investment in subordinated debt?" Zhang Shaoling asked.


    "No."


    "When will the acquisition start?" Qin Zhicheng asked.


    "You can start after the meeting."


    "I want to participate too?" Yu Fei asked.


    "certainly!"


    After answering everyone''s questions one by one, Guo Shouyun turned off the monitor. But before he could breathe a sigh of relief, relax. Wang Jue came in after knocking on the door.


    "Boss, Mr. Brian is here, in the living room!"


    "Understood, I''ll go down soon!"


    After waving Wang Jue away, Guo Shouyun stood up and straightened his clothes in front of the mirror in the study, then turned around and walked out.


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    "Stephen!"


    "Now I should call you boss too!" Stephen Bryan, who hugged Guo Shouyun and released it, laughed.


    "Just call me by my name in private, I still prefer the name Bruce!" He patted his shoulder, "The weather is nice outside today, shall we go out for a walk?"


    "OK!"


    Although the temperature in New York at the end of April is still not high, it is particularly comfortable under the warm sunshine in the morning. Moreover, Guo Shouyun''s back garden of Shanglin Garden is well maintained, especially the large green and flat lawn, which makes people particularly want to take a walk.


    "Today is a rare good weather. If I don''t have time, I really want to play golf!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Stephen Bryan nodded in agreement, "Although good weather is rare, there will be many in the future, but some opportunities are not common for us."


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him and said with a smile, "Listen to your tone, has something changed?"


    "Reubendstein is more aggressive than I thought!"


    "Oh, what do you say?" Guo Shouyun asked curiously.


    "He wants to merge his National City Bank with our Phoenix Company!"


    "Merger? He doesn''t want to be the chairman of the board of directors? Besides, the National City Bank he manages is one of the top 20 largest banks in the United States. Is he willing?"


    "Few people would be reluctant if they could get higher returns through a merger. Bruce, I know Phoenix''s position on Wall Street better than you do. From her inception to the present, every active fund has yielded in the U.S. It ranks among the top funds of its kind.��


    "Phoenix Capital, established three years ago, has grown its own assets by 15 times, and its companies with more than 5 shares have achieved excellent performance. Especially the controlling BlackBerry, which is now the most popular and the fastest growing in sales in the United States The market value of mobile phone companies has tripled compared to when they were invested. Other key investment companies such as amd, Gilead Sciences, and Amgen have also nearly doubled their market value compared to when they were invested.��


    "There is also the famous Thunder Fund, which has created an astonishing average annual rate of return of 227.8. Even the less well-known Phoenix Trust has grown at a rate of 57.4 per quarter."


    "Today, the funds under management of the entire Phoenix company have exceeded 350 billion US dollars, its own capital is 42.68 billion US dollars, and its debt ratio is 37.2. From its establishment to the present, on a quarterly basis, the average growth rate of funds under management is 144.6, and the average revenue growth rate is 87.4. The average increase in earnings is 73.9, which is nearly 2.6 times higher than that of similar companies. If it is not for Phoenix, which has not yet been listed, institutions and investors who want to invest in our stocks would have stepped on the threshold of the New York Stock Exchange. "


    "In contrast, National City Bank is the 13th largest commercial bank in the United States, with $16.7 billion in own capital and $173.2 billion in assets. But its annual revenue is only $3.42 billion, and its net profit is only $3.42 billion. $457 million, a quarterly increase of less than 6. Own capital and assets are only one-third of Phoenix''s. The more important revenue and profits are only one-tenth of ours, or even less. If I were Chairman of the board of National City Bank, I will also merge the company into Phoenix, and then take as many shares in the new company as possible, because all fools know that the rate of appreciation of this part of the shares far exceeds the growth rate of the market value of National City Bank. ."


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "The difference between you and Rubendstein is that you will ask me for the position of CEO of the new company."


    He didn''t know Rubendstein, but he knew Stephen Bryan''s career aspirations.


    "...However, I remember that when we bought the First Franklin Financial Company in Modulo, you opposed my acquisition of National City Bank of the United States? You should concentrate on subprime bonds. Why has it changed this time?"


    "Because this time it''s a merger, not an acquisition! We don''t need us to spend a lot of money, you just need to give up part of the shares of Phoenix Company!" After taking a deep look at Guo Shouyun, "Bruce, the market value of National City Bank of America. At US$11.5 billion, considering the premium, its value should be around US$13 billion. Although Phoenix is ??not listed, based on our revenue and net profit, as well as assets and liabilities, if listed, our market value will exceed $43 billion, if you add the premium factor, it will be no less than $50 billion. Even if the two sides merge, you still have more than 75 shares in the new company, and you have absolute control.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile.


    "I understand, Stephen. I don''t mind giving up the shares as long as my holding of Phoenix is ??guaranteed. But there''s one more thing you have to understand, once we merge with National City, we''re going to give up Merrill in a short period of time, Even cancel the merger plan of Merrill Lynch.��


    "I can understand why it''s called off the Merrill Lynch acquisition in a short period of time, but why cancel the Merrill Lynch acquisition?" Stephen Bryan asked, pausing.


    "For the future of Phoenix, I have two plans. One is an investment banking financial company like Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, and Merrill Lynch. The other is a universal bank represented by Wells Fargo and Seymour. If you choose now National City Bank, then the future of Phoenix is ??the path of Wells Fargo, Seymour and Citi.��


    After nodding clearly, Stephen Bryan pondered for a moment, "What about Merrill? We have invested so much money and energy in Merrill''s mergers and acquisitions. Wouldn''t it be a pity to give up?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head.


    "You''re wrong again. I said Phoenix gave up on the Merrill Lynch acquisition, but I didn''t say I gave up on the Merrill Lynch acquisition myself."


    Stephen Bryan''s pupils shrank, his eyes swept across the confident face of the man beside him, and he sighed slightly.


    "Bruce, your insatiable ambition really amazes and admires him!"


    "I just don''t want my life to be too dull. . . . Tell me about your plans for the new company. I know that when you were inclined to merge with National City Bank, you must have considered the future direction of development."


    After Stephen nodded, "You know I''m an investment bank. For the future of new companies, I prefer to be a pioneer. Start with real estate subordinated debt and seize the opportunity of rising U.S. real estate to grow as soon as possible."


    Throughout the centuries of financial history in the world, innovation and conservatism are like two sides of a coin, representing two different routes. Among them, innovative representatives such as Citigroup, conservative representatives such as Wells Fargo.


    Take the two sides as an example: Citi''s predecessor was the New York City Bank founded by the Stillman family in 1812. In the New York financial market, there are more banks than rice shops. As a small bank, how can it stand out? The City Bank of New York chose to go the overseas route and provide financing services to merchants who do business in Latin America. At that time, the mainstream of overseas trade was the import and export of Europe and North America. Relatively speaking, Latin American trade was a small business with high risk and low profit, just like the poor man who runs in Africa and the Middle East today.


    Although the starting point of overseas trade in emerging markets is low, it has a bright future. With the rise of the United States as a world power and its trade network radiating to the world, Citi is undoubtedly standing on the top of the tide. They were the first to open overseas branches to carry out foreign exchange trading business, and established branches in Modu, Manila, India, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Argentina, creating the largest overseas bank network in the United States.


    On the other hand, Citibank, which has tasted the sweetness in the adventure, has a strong interest in innovation in the financial industry.


    They were the first to use compound interest to calculate interest on savings accounts, the first to provide unsecured personal loans, the first to provide checking accounts that did not require a minimum balance, the first to invent transferable certificates of deposit, the first to launch leasing services and MasterCard credit cards, the first to launch ATM machines and online banking Serve��.


    Until today, the reason why Citigroup is called a group instead of a bank is because the bank is only a part of its business, as well as securities brokerage, investment banking, insurance, and funds. Its business is the most complex among the four major banks in the United States~www. novelhall.com~ Compared with Citibank, which has always been at the forefront of the times, the history of Wells Fargo cannot be simpler, and the conservative cannot be more conservative. To this day, Wells Fargo is still positioned as a retail bank. It is famous for its many outlets, all over the community, and many tellers. It neither goes abroad nor does it innovate.


    Wells Fargo is single-mindedly engaged in retailing, let the wind of your Internet thinking blow into the sky, I will stand still, and provide humanized services for a hundred years. When users go to other banks, they may be replaced by the cold service of ATM machines and online banking, but here in Wells Fargo, you can find the branch in the most convenient way, and there are the most tellers who serve you like a god. As a result, Wells Fargo''s service brand was launched, with strong user stickiness, a single user purchased the most financial products, and the mining of value was achieved to the extreme.


    Which of the two is more suitable? It can be summed up in a simple saying: often walk by the river without wet shoes.


    When the economy is growing, prospering, and bubbles, innovative banks usually run faster. They serve emerging industries and markets, have higher gross profit margins, and grow rapidly. For example, in the 1990s, the United States won the Cold War, the global economy penetrated, the information technology revolution broke out, and innovation was flourishing. In this era, Citibank stood at the forefront. In 1990, Citibank''s share price was $18, and it rose to $400 in 2000, an increase of 2,122, topping the list.


    Correspondingly, conservative Wells Fargo, in that decade, the stock price rose only 900, much less than Citigroup. But the tortoise and the hare race is not only a short-term sprint, but also a test of survivability under the stormy waves of the financial industry. Every time the economic bubble is burst, a group of pioneers who run ahead become martyrs.


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    Merrill Lynch, Lehman Brothers, Barings, Washington Mutual, there are so many cases like this. If the subprime mortgage crisis in 2008 was not too big to fail, the US government was forced to guarantee capital injection at the last moment, and Citibank would have already died.


    In each of these financial crises, conservative banks are often the most viable banks, they can buy a large number of bank assets at a price that is almost free, and overtake in the corner. Wells Fargo, at this point in time, has completed counterattacks time and time again, taking the opportunity to become bigger.


    Looking at it this way, is Wells Fargo''s business philosophy consistent with Buffett''s three views? It''s no wonder that the two old guys are so close, touting each other, one has become the "greatest investor" and the other has become the "best bank in the world".


    In the risky financial industry, though, being conservative seems to be the more permanent way of doing business. But Guo Shouyun didn''t want to spend a lot of time playing the tortoise and the hare. Moreover, when there is already an example of Wells Fargo, simply copying it, don''t even think about surpassing her.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun will not simply choose innovation. Compared with the dichotomy of foreigners who tend to do things in black and white, Guo Shouyun, who is still a Chinese in his bones, wants the middle way more. Be neither too conservative nor too open, but go the middle way.


    "It''s really good to take the pioneering and innovative route, and real estate subordinated debt is also a good direction, but if you want to become a big bank, subordinated debt is still too thin."


    "what do you mean��?"


    "Third-party payment platform. Phoenix has been cooperating with paypal before. Paypal users can increase their wealth through Phoenix''s wealth management platform. Of course, limited by the scale of e-commerce today, and the audience of third-party payment is not too large, the cooperation between the two parties is not enough. There were no amazing results. But it also brought Phoenix a monthly asset growth of 9.3. Moreover, this number is still growing. It can be seen that with the development of Internet shopping, third-party payment platforms are the future financial management. It is an important channel. We must firmly grasp this channel and get ahead of Seymour and Citigroup before they react.��


    Stephen Bryan, although he has only been in office soon, also understands the cooperation between Phoenix and PayPal.


    "I will take this as the main business of the new company."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Third-party payment platforms are the most suitable for small and medium-sized wealth management and consumer insurance. We in Phoenix are already very mature in wealth management, but insurance is still our gap."


    "How many insurance companies do I buy?"


    "No! Don''t touch the insurance for now."


    "why?"


    "Paypal''s network is for the entire United States, and even includes all English-speaking countries in the world, as well as Europe and South America. To open financial management, we do not need to set up too many outlets, only the network is enough. The balance of financial profit can be directly distributed to The user''s third-party account. But insurance does not work. Once the user is insured, it means that when the policyholder has a problem and needs us to fulfill the insurance obligation, offline professional insurance personnel must conduct offline verification and negotiation. This requires a large enough multinational Insurance companies are backing it up. Today we don��t have enough capital to acquire or control an insurance company of this size.��


    "Of course, we can also choose to cooperate. But cooperation that doesn''t benefit us much, why should I do it?"


    Stephen Bryan pondered for a moment, then nodded in agreement.


    "Then when will we start the insurance service?"


    "Wait. Wait until the new Phoenix Bank is strong enough." Guo Shouyun said meaningfully.


    In another five years, the subprime mortgage crisis will break out. At that time, the entire financial industry in the United States and even the world will be reshuffled, and there will be enough opportunities for him to complete his layout in the financial industry.


    "...Also, although the Internet business is the future focus of Phoenix Bank, the expansion of offline outlets cannot be relaxed. I do not pursue tens of thousands of business outlets in all cities and villages across the United States like Wells Fargo, but at least one more than 3,000, covering the US banking network."


    "I see!"


    "Finally...!" Guo Shouyun said calmly after looking at Stephen, "I want to separate the Thunder Fund from Phoenix!"


    Stephen Bryan''s face changed, the profit of the Thunder Fund was one of the most important financial resources of the Phoenix Company. If it is split out, it will directly affect the interests of him who owns shares in Phoenix.


    "why?"


    "Although I do not object to your pioneering and innovative business style. However, high-risk investment projects such as futures and foreign exchange markets should not exist in Phoenix Bank. Phoenix can provide customers with futures and foreign exchange investment platforms, but cannot enter this industry by itself. "


    Spinning off the high-risk hedge fund Lei Ting is the conservative side of Guo Shouyun''s operation of Phoenix Bank.


    "If you spin off Thunder, the valuation of Phoenix will drop a lot, which will directly affect your shares in Phoenix."


    "I know. However, the departure of Thunder will not have much impact on Phoenix''s own capital. What is really affected is Phoenix''s premium. But even so, with only the remaining Phoenix Fund, Phoenix Capital and Phoenix Trust, It''s also enough to guarantee my holding in the new company, and that''s enough!"


    As long as you ensure your absolute controlling rights and absolute control over the company. As for whether it is 60 or 70, it is a difference in funding, not a difference in power. If he really needs to increase his shareholding, with Thunder there, Guo Shouyun will use the more funds earned from above to invest in Phoenix.


    He believes that with his foreknowledge, the gains from the capital market will definitely exceed the asset appreciation rate of Phoenix Bank. Therefore, splitting the Thunder Fund is the best choice for him.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s firm expression, Stephen Bryan, who knew him, knew that he could no longer change the result.


    "Don''t worry, Stephen. Your shares in the Thunder Fund will not change with it."


    "Thank you. However, I am worried that Rubendstein will abandon this merger plan after learning of your decision!"


    "Our original plan was to only acquire the First Franklin Financial Company under the National City Bank If he gives up, we will follow the path established at the beginning and take Merrill Lynch as the next target. We have nothing to lose."


    Stephen Bryan nodded with a smile.


    "Do you still need to see him?"


    "No. You go talk to him about this. There''s a lot of things in New York waiting for me to deal with!"


    "It''s not going well with the Roosevelt family?"


    "No, it''s Unocal''s side. Chevron is also interested in it, secretly blocking my acquisition."


    "Chevron?"


    "good!"


    "Unfortunately, after I left Goldman Sachs, I lost its information advantage, otherwise I would have reminded you earlier."


    "You come to Phoenix to help me earlier, you have a stronger information advantage than this!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand and said.


    "Then what are you going to do?"


    "I sold it to the Roosevelt family, of course I have to make good use of their strength."


    Stephen Bryan nodded, "If I hadn''t left Goldman Sachs and came to Phoenix, I''m afraid this matter would have been settled by now."


    Poaching the highly capable Stephen Bryan from Goldman Sachs undoubtedly disgusted Goldman''s board of directors. Goldman Sachs, which originally assisted Anping in its acquisition of Unocal, became ineffective. But even so, Guo Shouyun did not regret it.


    Top talent is far more important than wealth, and the acquisition of Unocal did not fail, it was just delayed for a while.


    "You are more important than Unocal!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s undisguised appreciation and trust, Stephen Bryan, although he has been in the workplace for decades and the city is bottomless, can''t help but feel a little more moved!


    "Thank you!"


    "You''re welcome, let''s go! Let''s go around again."


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    The next day, Guo Shouyun came to Phoenix''s headquarters, and did not convene many people for a meeting. He just called Michael Moritz, CEO of Phoenix Capital, to his office after going around various departments.


    Phoenix Capital is headquartered in Silicon Valley, but since serving as coo and executive director of Phoenix, it has become his norm to travel between Silicon Valley and New York.


    "sit!"


    "thanks."


    "You can see from your look that Phoenix Capital has developed very well!" Guo Shouyun poured him a glass of water and smiled.


    "Without your guidance, Phoenix Capital wouldn''t have grown so fast!"


    Michael Moretz said sincerely.


    From the establishment of Phoenix Capital to the present, Guo Shouyun proposes to invest in companies, whether it is the earliest arm, namely BlackBerry, or later Gilead Sciences, Amgen, Qualcomm, Intel, Broadcom, NVIDIA, amd, GlobalFoundries, Starbucks, etc., are all among the top three in terms of market value growth in their respective industries. As for the Internet even more so.


    And these many investments have also allowed Phoenix Capital to continue to grow in size and strength. Especially after swallowing the big cake handed over by Enron Pacific, only its own capital has exceeded 24 billion US dollars. And it''s still growing rapidly at a rate of 8.93 per month.


    Therefore, no matter who is the CEO of this company and holds shares in it, he will be sincerely happy, even fortunate.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Michael, your talent is unparalleled in terms of investment. During your time as the coo of Phoenix Company, you were also outstanding. So, are you interested in another more challenging job?"


    "More challenging work?"


    "That''s right! For example, the CEO of an investment bank!"


    "You... seriously?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively, "The main work of investment banks is nothing more than securities economy, corporate investment and mergers and acquisitions, wealth management, venture capital and financial analysis, etc. You are not unfamiliar with these other than securities economy. Even Well done, and I''m sure you''ll do well in managing an investment bank as well."


    Seeing the undead look on his face, Michael Moretz couldn''t help thinking.


    After a while, "Can I know which investment bank it is?"


    Since Guo Shouyun asked that, it was definitely not the Phoenix Company.


    "Merlin!"


    "Merrill Lynch?" Michael Moretz''s eyes widened instantly.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, "Don''t you think you''re incompetent?"


    "of course not!"


    Successful people have their own pride and great confidence in their abilities. And when it comes to the speed of development and the scale of its own capital, the Phoenix Capital he manages is no worse than Merrill Lynch!


    "Aren''t you going to merge Merrill Lynch and Phoenix?"


    Guo Shouyun''s coveting of Merrill is not a secret among the top managers of Phoenix Company. And now, he intends to make himself the CEO of Merrill Lynch, which is obviously abandoning the merger plan of the two parties. Otherwise, the CEO of the new company could only be Stephen Bryan and not him.


    "If it goes well, Phoenix will merge with National Bank of America, so Merrill Lynch''s merger plan is cancelled!" Considering that he is also a senior executive of the company, he was the first to follow his own leaders, and he can trust the core management, so Phoenix and National Bank of America''s merger plan was cancelled! Guo Shouyun did not hide the merger plan.


    Michael Moritz''s eyes moved, and he instantly thought a lot from Guo Shouyun''s answer.


    "Since Merrill Lynch has been abandoned, why not withdraw the funds and strengthen the strength of Phoenix Bank?"


    "I need an investment bank to work for me. Although the merged Phoenix Bank also has an investment banking business, it cannot meet my requirements. Moreover, we have spent so much energy and financial resources on Merrill Lynch. If we give up, it will be too much. It''s a pity. I don''t want to make a loss-making business."


    Michael Moretz nodded knowingly, "What about Stan O''Neal? He is now Merrill''s CEO, and the Merrill Lynch board has no plans to fire him."


    "I will solve this problem. If the position of CEO of Merrill Lynch becomes vacant, would you like to take over?"


    "willing!"


    Michael Moretz affirmed.


    Although the Phoenix Capital he is in charge of has developed rapidly, when it comes to influence, it is far less influential than Merrill Lynch, the second largest investment bank on Wall Street after its century-old establishment. If he can take over this old investment bank, he certainly will not refuse.


    "That''s good. When this matter is successful, I will inform you as soon as possible, but before that, you have to serve as the CEO of Phoenix Capital for a while."


    "Yes!"


    As soon as Michael Moretz left, Guo Shouyun''s phone rang.


    After looking at the caller ID, "Hello?"


    "Bruce, what''s going on tonight?"


    "What do you want?"


    "Of course I''ll show you around New York."


    After hearing the ambiguity in George Roosevelt''s tone, Guo Shouyun, who guessed what he would say, said directly: "Forget it, I don''t have the energy to hang out with you right now."


    "Don''t be so quick to refuse? This time, many children of the upper class in New York will participate, and there are many stunning ones, no worse than Wendy!"


    "Anyway, you''re also Wendy''s brother. Do you think it''s glorious to tempt your brother-in-law to cheat?"


    "It''s just for fun, it''s not for you to divorce. Bruce, this kind of situation is very common in our class."


    "I''m not interested, Unocal has a lot of things waiting for me to deal with!"


    Guo Shouyun has long passed the time to expand his network by making friends with a group of rich second-generation. So, unless necessary, he doesn''t want to attend such a messy banquet.


    "Hey Don''t hang up...!"


    After hanging up, George Roosevelt called again. But this time Guo Shouyun did not pick up again.


    "Dong dong...!"


    At this moment, the knock on the door suddenly rang.


    "Come in!"


    Soon, Wang Jue in a black lady''s professional suit pushed the door and walked in.


    "Boss, this is the information you want about the New York State Teachers'' Retirement Fund and its administrators."


    After taking it over and briefly browsing, "Is there any news from the Hessman Fund?"


    "Mr. Paul Cruz has agreed to your invitation, and he will meet you at your house on time at nine o''clock tomorrow morning."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Remind me tomorrow."


    "Yes!"


    "It''s alright, you go down!"


    After the office was quiet again, Guo Shouyun picked up his phone and found a number and dialed it.


    "Hey?"


    A steady voice rang out.


    "How''s the plan going?"


    "It''s very smooth. At present, the voting shares of Merrill Lynch we have reached 13.3!"


    "Anything from Merrill''s management?"


    "not yet!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction, "Old Liu, it seems that choosing you to do this was indeed the most correct choice I made."


    "You have won the prize. In the past two years, the uninterrupted operation of hundreds of accounts has also accumulated a lot of trading experience for me, which has verified what I have learned. So I should thank you for your trust."


    "Hehe, there''s no need to be polite between us. When you and Catherine get married, the relationship between us will be kissed."


    After he finished speaking, the other side of the phone became silent.


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    "Old Liu, it stands to reason that I shouldn''t interfere in your personal affairs. But Catherine grew up with me. She is also my sister. So I should be concerned about her personal relationship. Besides, she really likes you very much. In the past two or three years with you, you must know what her character is like. So I think you should really think about personal issues."


    "...Of course, I know you are concerned about Nan Nan''s feelings, and you can''t let go of your concern for your ex-wife. But people shouldn''t always live in the past, they should look to the future. And Nan Nan lives in a boarding school now, and the time you spend together is only Saturday and Sunday, there will be even less in the future. You are only in your early thirties, do you plan to die alone for the remaining fifty or sixty years?"


    "Can you give me some more time to think about it?" After a long time, Liu Zhixing''s low voice came over.


    "Of course! I didn''t mean to force you. But you should also think about your future!"


    "I know."


    "Okay, I''m fine. I can rest assured that Merrill''s affairs are left to you."


    "Then I''m hanging up!"


    After answering, "I took Nannan to my house to play on weekends. I haven''t seen this child for a long time. I still miss her!"


    "Um!"


    Hanging up the phone, looking at the phone in his hand, Guo Shouyun shook his head and sighed lightly. The love between Liu Zhixing and Catherine is more tangled than his own.


    After spending the afternoon in the Phoenix Company''s office to handle official business, he returned home in the evening. As soon as he entered the house, he saw the figure of George Roosevelt.


    "Bruce...!"


    After looking at the white young man standing beside him, wearing a dark blue suit with an extravagance on his body, he said to the brother-in-law who came over, "Why did you come to my house if you didn''t enjoy your nightlife? "


    In the interval of speech, Guo Shouyun took off his jacket and handed it to Wu Xiaojing next to him.


    "You, the heavyweight protagonist, don''t go, what''s the point of me alone. ... By the way, let me introduce you. This is Harvey Peabody Morgan, my best friend growing up!"


    From the deliberately aggravated tone of his last sentence, it can be seen that the descendant of the Morgan family in front of him is quite important to George Roosevelt.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s an honor to meet you!"


    Looking at the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly and shook it politely. He still knows something about the descendants of America''s most famous extended family. The Harvey Morgan in front of him, although he came from the main branch of the Morgan family, was not the eldest son, but the second son with little right of inheritance, just like George Roosevelt. Not surprisingly, the Morgan Family Trust and the Morgan Family Charitable Foundation have little to do with him. But even so, the other party''s family is huge, and the respect should still be respected.


    "Welcome to my house as a guest." Guo Shouyun slightly raised his left arm and made a ''please'' gesture, "Please sit down."


    "thanks."


    After Harvey Moore followed the side position, he picked up a box on the low table next to him, opened it, and put it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "I heard that Mr. Guo likes to collect antiques, so this time I made a special trip to bring an ancient Chinese painting, I hope Mr. Guo likes it."


    "Oh?" Guo Shouyun untied the red binding rope of the scroll with great interest, put it on the table, and said in surprise, "Is this "Sakyamuni''s Journey" by the Southern Song Dynasty painter Liang Kai?"


    "Mr. Guo really collects everyone, and you can see the source of it at a glance!"


    Guo Shouyun''s appreciative eyes slowly swept across the entire painting, and he looked at Harvey Morgan, who was smiling beside him, and couldn''t help but sigh, "I used to hear people say that most of China''s national treasures are abroad. Looking at it now, Even if not all of them, there are sixty or seventy percent.��


    You know, any painting before the Yuan Dynasty is a first-class cultural relic, which is commonly known as a national treasure. This is even more so in this "Sakyamuni Traveling Map" by Liang Kai of the Southern Song Dynasty. Now it can be given to him by Harvey Morgan. It can be seen that this American wealthy family, famous for its finance and collection, must have many more precious Chinese painting and calligraphy works at home.


    "Mr. Morgan is really willing to give me such a valuable thing?"


    Although the international price of Chinese art is not high now, it is not difficult for this piece of "Sakyamuni''s Journey" from the Southern Song Dynasty to fetch three or four million US dollars at auction.


    "If you can exchange the opportunity to cooperate with Mr. Guo, even if it is the most precious, it is worth it!"


    "Cooperation?" Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "I''m curious what kind of cooperation Mr. Morgan wants?"


    "I heard that Mr. Guo is preparing to list his LinkedIn company, and I hope to get some of the original shares!"


    "Mr. Morgan is well-informed. It''s been less than a week since LinkedIn made the decision to go public, and you already know."


    "Mr. Guo has no talent in business management and financial investment. If the news is not well-informed, I am afraid that he will really be eliminated by this society."


    He glanced deeply at the smiling Harvey Morgan with a low tone and attitude. This guy who doesn''t have the dandy temperament of rich and powerful children is better than he imagined.


    "While I''d be happy to take an investment from Mr. Morgan, LinkedIn has had a bit of funding before. So we''re not ready to take another investment until we go public."


    "What about Google?"


    "I''m afraid this is Mr. Morgan''s real purpose, right?" Guo Shouyun glanced at him and smiled.


    "I can''t hide anything from Mr. Guo!"


    Harvey Morgan lowered his stance.


    "Since Mr. Morgan mentioned Google, he must also understand my valuation of it. Can you... accept it?"


    "I can accept!"


    Looking at the affirmative look on his face, Guo Shouyun said with great interest, "I''m curious about the reason?"


    "I watched Mr. Guo''s speech video in Hong Kong and was very inspired. As you said, the future of the world is the future of the Internet, and I am convinced of your judgment. Therefore, as the overlord of the Internet search industry, Google must have a bright future. , I hope to be able to seize the ''future'' opportunity before most people react."


    Harvey Morgan had a look of excitement on his face. Obviously, his answer was not simply to please Guo Shouyun, but he really thought so.


    "Aren''t you afraid that another Internet bubble will make you lose everything?"


    "I believe in Mr. Guo''s judgment! I also believe in the judgment of a genius who can double his assets ten thousand times within three years." Harvey Morgan''s eyes shone brightly.


    "Hearing this, I should thank you for your trust. However, Google''s original stock allocation has long been finalized. Although it has not been discussed yet, it is more about the price difference." After a pause, Guo Shouyun He glanced at the man on the opposite side with deep eyes, "As a member of the Morgan family, I believe you don''t need me to say, you also understand what is hidden behind the original stock transaction."


    "Of course I understand!"


    When the words fell, Harvey Morgan took his briefcase over, then took out a document from it and put it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "The Morgan Family Trust and the Morgan Family Charitable Fund hold a 5.83% stake in Merrill Lynch through its four branch funds. I am willing to exchange this part of the shares with Mr. Guo for an equivalent stake in Google."


    Looking at the equity document in his hand, Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank. After a quick turn in his mind, he put the document back on the table.


    "I already hold enough shares of Merrill Lynch. If I take this share again, it will trigger Stan O''Neill''s ''poison pill plan'' and only me will suffer. Merrill Lynch is only focusing on investment and has no plans to acquire it. This 5.83% stake is dispensable to me. So you can take it back.��


    Harvey Morgan didn''t give up because of his refusal.


    "Anyone who has achieved such achievements like Mr. Guo will set up a large financial institution in his own industry group to allocate funds. Although Phoenix has such qualifications, its background is not enough. Merrill Lynch complements the background, For Phoenix, it is the best choice for Mr. Guo. Moreover, I believe that Mr. Guo''s 27.8% stake in Merrill Lynch is not just an investment. Otherwise, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and others will be financially healthier and more profitable. It''s more suitable than the old-fashioned Merrill Lynch."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Mr. Morgan''s analysis is indeed very sharp and easy to convince. But the biggest reason why I invest in Merrill is not how much it will increase in value. It is to repay Stan O''Neal in the Enron incident. Help me. I have promised to do this, and of course I will not break my promise.��


    Harvey Morgan frowned slightly. Guo Shouyun''s calmness and affirmation in his words made him a little shaken.


    However, for Google''s shares, he is determined to win. But he didn''t want to give Guo Shouyun the impression of ''urgency''. So after thinking for a moment, he gave the friend next to him a vague look.


    "Bruce, you don''t need Merrill''s shares, you can also exchange shares in other big companies."


    "Other companies?"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s eyes, Harvey Morgan smiled and said, "The Morgan family''s foundation has invested in many large companies, especially in the top 500 companies in the United States. If Mr. Guo needs it, we can exchange."


    Speaking of which, we have to mention the survival of the American giants.


    After World War II, with the continuous changes in the economic situation. For the sake of family inheritance and to avoid the influence of hatred for the rich from the outside world, the vast majority of American wealthy families began to consciously transfer their family wealth to the trusts and charitable funds under the family, and then through the dozens of hundreds of funds controlled by charitable funds and trusts. , to invest in the top 500 companies in the US stock market.


    Then based on their judgment of the future of these companies, how many shares are held. Except for similar family-based companies, such as Seymour and Mobil, the basic shareholding will not exceed 10%, or even most of them are below 5%. Moreover, even Seymour and Mobil, they hold more shares between 20 and 30%. Very little, not even more than 40%.


    The advantage of this is to diversify risks and ensure the inheritance of family wealth. Even if a mediocre leader emerges within the family, leading to the collapse of the family''s pillar companies, such as Seymour or Mobil, it will not completely destroy the foundation of the family. And once a wise family leader appears, he can rely on this foundation to restore the glory of the family.


    Therefore, it is pure nonsense to say that Rockefeller, Morgan, DuPont and other giants control the Fed and decide the decision of the US government behind the scenes. But they do have more opportunities than ordinary wealthy people and influence the decision-making of the US government through the power and influence accumulated by their families for hundreds of years. But it is by no means what is said in conspiracy theories. The US president and the government are used as puppets It is not a certain family that can really influence US decision-making, but the interest groups united by many families, that is, the Republican Party and the Democratic Party. .


    Guo Shouyun''s mind was spinning rapidly, he knew that the Morgan family must have a lot of stocks in big companies that he was eager to invest in. But what really moved his heart was the Merrill Lynch stock still on the table. With this part of the stock, coupled with the Merrill Lynch equity he currently holds, he is less than 5% away from taking full control of Merrill Lynch.


    If he can act quickly, he can even take the 5% stake in one step before Stan O''Neal reacts. Then convene an interim board to repeal the poison pill and avoid its own loss.


    But the more you look at goals that are very achievable, even within reach, the more cautious you must be. Although the Morgan family is not as brilliant as it was during World War II, it is also a century-old heritage. Stan O''Neill can go from a small employee to the CEO of the second largest investment bank in the United States. He is extremely smart and profound.


    Once the Morgan family caught their urgency, they would only ask for more. Once Stan O''Neal gets the news and launches the ''Poison Pill Project'', then his plans for more than three years will all be put into vain.


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t afford to gamble, nor did he want to gamble! He would rather wait another year than go ahead.


    "Mr. Morgan''s proposal is indeed very tempting, but I need to think about it before I can reply to you."


    "Understandable. But when will I hear from Mr. Guo?"


    "Three days! I''ll give you an answer in three days."


    "Okay. I''m very much looking forward to Mr. Guo''s affirmative answer."


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly.


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    After leaving Harvey Morgan for dinner, Guo Shouyun sent him out of the house.


    "Aren''t you going to follow along?" Guo Shouyun glanced at the guy next to him.


    "Hey, it''s only half past eight, it''s still very early."


    When the words fell, George Roosevelt hurriedly followed Guo Shouyun who turned and walked into the room.


    "Bruce, although it is a bit presumptuous to bring Harvey to you, I have been friends with him since childhood, and it is really difficult to refuse. Besides, he has a lot of valuable assets, and there is absolutely no disadvantage in cooperating with him! "


    Guo Shouyun stopped in his footsteps, turned around halfway and said, "I didn''t blame you, why are you so anxious to explain?"


    "Phew! Just don''t get angry, or I won''t be able to explain it." George Roosevelt turned his worries into joy.


    "If you don''t get angry, you won''t get angry, but next time you bring someone to my house, you''d better give me a call first, so that I can be prepared!"


    "sure!"


    "Okay, it''s getting late, so you should go back early. I still have work tomorrow, so I won''t leave you!"


    "Hey, you have so many rooms, can''t you just let me spend the night here?"


    "no!"


    Looking at the receding figure in front of him, George Roosevelt glared angrily, but his expression soon calmed down, and a faint smile appeared on the corner of his lips.


    "This guy still has such a personality....Let''s go, let''s go back!"


    "Yes, Master!"


    After the accompanying bodyguard responded, he turned around and followed George Roosevelt and left.


    "Boss, Mr. Roosevelt is gone!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I''m fine here, go and rest!"


    "Yes!"


    After answering, Wang Jue glanced at Guo Shouyun who was thinking, turned and walked out of the study.


    After the room became quiet again, Guo Shouyun took out a piece of paper and wrote Merrill on it, followed by Morgan next to it.


    "It''s a little bit closer now, but this little bit is really hard!"


    In addition to the 27.8 he kept on the surface, and the 13.3 that Liu Zhixing kept secretly in hundreds of accounts, he now has 41.1 shares of Merrill Lynch. The Merrill Lynch stock can reach 46.93, and it only needs 3.08 to gain absolute control, thus bypassing Stan O''Neill''s poison pill plan and completely controlling Merrill Lynch.


    With his financial resources, it is not difficult to buy 3.08 shares of Merrill Lynch, and the time will not drag on for too long. But the Morgan family''s 5.83 stake is not easy to take.


    With luck, he got his wish. Bad luck, when the two sides entered the negotiation stage, the seasoned Morgan took this as a threat. If he did not want to miss Merrill, he had to give up more interests. Is Guo Shouyun willing to give up Merrill? Obviously not.


    Over the years, most of the mergers and acquisitions and financing of all his companies have been handed over to Merrill Lynch. The reason is not that the conditions given by Merrill are better than Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, but a compromise in disguise. The content of the compromise was simple: he partnered with Merrill, and Stan O''Neal would not use a poison pill to dilute his stake because of his high stake.


    It''s a balance, a contract that both parties know each other well, but not on paper.


    Guo Shouyun is concerned about the controlling stake of Merrill Lynch, while Stan O''Neill is concerned about his unlisted but promising companies.


    As long as the two sides have this need and don''t blatantly break this tacit understanding, everyone will be at peace.


    But this kind of tacit understanding is not what Guo Shouyun needs for a long time. Therefore, two years ago, he began to secretly allow Liu Zhixing, who he could trust, to operate the accounts of hundreds of companies separated from Enron, and began to continuously buy and sell Merrill Lynch shares.


    Sell ??high and buy low, always maintain the turnover rate of Merrill Lynch��s stock at a seemingly normal average value, and then solidify the excess into your own account.


    After two years, Liu Zhixing has obtained 13.3% of Merrill''s equity. But this kind of thing gets harder and harder as 9/11 passes, the U.S. real estate market recovers, and the prices of financial stocks continue to rise. The major players in the U.S. stock market, pension funds and mutual funds, have rarely sold their hands anymore. Merrill Lynch stock in . In the past two years, nearly half of the Merrill Lynch shares in private and private hands have been acquired by Liu Zhixing.


    With the lower and lower turnover rate, in order to avoid being noticed by the old fox Stan O''Neal, Liu Zhixing also slowed down the range of buying and selling.


    If you give up the 5.83 of the Morgan family, the same stock may take a year to slowly gather from the secondary market, and the cost will be even higher.


    Faster realization of the goal, and a more stable long-term plan, after a long game in Guo Shouyun''s mind, he finally chose the latter.


    "If the merger with National Bank of America goes smoothly, Phoenix will go a step further in the financial field and will be able to meet my layout requirements for the financial industry for the time being. As for Merrill Lynch, let''s wait a little longer. As long as we can make it before the subprime mortgage crisis Just take it."


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun crossed the word Morgan.


    However, considering the strength of the Morgan family, it would be a pity to give up this opportunity. Moreover, Harvey Morgan''s conditions are indeed more attractive to him. As for what kind of exchange conditions to choose, he can think about it carefully. Three days is enough for him to make the decision that is most beneficial to him.


    The most important thing is that after getting in touch with the Morgan family, the stake of 5.83 may still play a big role when you meet Stan O''Neill.


    ��


    The next day, Guo Shouyun got up very early. After simply running for half an hour, after breakfast, he was ready to meet Paul Cruz, CEO of the Herman Foundation.


    "Boss, Mr. Cruz is here."


    At the same time as Wang Jue reminded, Guo Shouyun also noticed the slightly fat middle-aged man who walked in behind her, wearing a black suit and gold-wire glasses.


    "Mr. Guo, it is a great honor to visit you!"


    Paul Cruz grabbed the front and stretched out his right hand towards Guo Shouyun.


    "You''re welcome, I''m also honored to invite Mr. Cruz! ... Please take a seat."


    "thanks!"


    "Wang Jue, bring my best coffee to Mr. Cruz."


    "Yes!"


    "Mr. Cruz, I have always admired the investment strategy of the Herman Fund. You adhere to the big blue-chip and long-term holding method, and created a compound growth rate of 13.4 in the first quarter of 2003, which is very good. I especially appreciate it. Yes, in the past two years, fund managers of many mutual funds have competed for short-term operations for their personal interests, and even used some non-sunshine information to make profits. But this is not the case with Herman funds."


    "Thank you for your compliment. We Herman Funds always take the interests of our clients as our code of conduct. Although the compound growth rate of its 13 mutual funds is not the highest in the industry, it must be the safest."


    "I believe in this. So, I specially brought you here today. One is to exchange investment experience, and the other is to invest in Herman Fund."


    Paul Cruz''s heart moved, "Mr. Guo is a well-known investment genius in the industry. It is my honor to be able to communicate with you. However, for investment, Mr. Guo has a better Phoenix company, why should we seek our Herman Fund?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Mr. Cruz is a smart person, why ask him knowingly!"


    "Mr. Guo wants shares in the Herman Fund?"


    "Acquisition to be precise!"


    "It''s impossible!" Paul Cruz shook his head quickly.


    "Don''t refuse so quickly, Mr. Cruz might as well listen to my conditions." After a pause, Guo Shouyun didn''t give the other party a chance to speak, and continued, "Hellman Fund has 13 active funds with a fund size of US$237.72 billion. The accumulated net profit in the first quarter of 2003 was US$284 million. Although you are not listed, the value of the Herman Fund is about US$7 billion, a premium of 15, and the total value is about US$8.05 billion. I would like to use Equity in Phoenix Company 8, plus $2 billion in cash, to buy equity in Herman Fund 55. What does Mr. Cruz think?��


    After a brief consideration, Paul Cruz shook his head.


    "Mr. Guo''s conditions are indeed attractive, but I''m sorry, Herman Fund has no plans to sell."


    "Really don''t think about it?"


    "Feel sorry!"


    "That''s such a pity!" Guo Shouyun shook his head and sighed.


    "Thank you very much for your attention. I hope Herman Fund can have more cooperation with Phoenix in other aspects."


    "I hope so too!"


    Afterwards, the two briefly exchanged some investment experience, and Guo Shouyun sent each other away.


    Guo Shouyun turned around only after watching the car drive out of the manor and disappear into the distance.


    "Wang Jue, call Paul Lehman and ask him to talk to Paul Cruz, and take a 4.5 percent stake in Herman Fund."


    Paul Lehman is the head of the PE department of Phoenix Capital, and Wang Jue, as the secretary, is no stranger to this person. However, letting Phoenix Capital invest means that Guo Shouyun gave up the acquisition of Herman Fund.


    Looking at her doubtful eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "There is an idiom in China called: Ming Xiu plank road, dark Chen Cang."


    "Boss, you have to count people again!"


    "It''s not a calculation, it''s a strategy. Well, by the way, make an appointment with Piers Markle from the New York State Teachers'' Retirement Fund."


    "clear!"


    Guo Shouyun, who turned and left, did not go back to the study, but came to the basement. After walking through the long corridor, he pushed open the innermost room.


    The air here is a bit sultry and surrounded by monitors placed or hanging.


    "boss!"


    Seeing him come in, a middle-aged man in a black suit quickly stood up.


    After nodding slightly, "How are they, are they still there?"


    "Still! Look!"


    The other party pointed to Guo Shouyun, a black Chevrolet sedan that appeared on the largest display screen in the middle.


    "The location seems to have changed!"


    Guo Shouyun looked at it for a moment and then said.


    After the middle-aged man nodded, "Although the location is constantly changing, they always keep monitoring within 150 meters and 220 meters from the gate of the manor."


    "Take a shot and change a place, these people are very cunning!"


    "Boss, do you want me to deal with them?"


    Hua Lei, who was standing behind Guo Shouyun, said.


    "No, maybe they are paparazzi!" Guo Shouyun held his chin in his left hand, looking at the car on the monitor, and said meaningfully.


    "...Okay, let''s continue. But no one should do anything about this car without my explanation."


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looked at the monitor one last time, turned around and walked out of the monitoring room.


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    "Dong dong...!"


    "Please come in!"


    Chris Moore came in and put the papers in front of his boss.


    "As you might expect, Bruce Guo is privately launching the acquisition of the Herman Fund and the Merrill stake held by the New York State Retired Teachers Foundation."


    Stan O''Neal picked up the document and glanced at it, "Did it work?"


    "No! Bruce Guo was rejected!"


    After looking at the boss who put down the document, he didn''t say anything, "Boss, are you giving Bruce Guo a warning? After all, the combined shares of Merrill Lynch held by the Herman Foundation and the New York Retirement Teachers Foundation reached 7.9%. If Being acquired by him is too much of a threat to you."


    Stan O''Neal nodded, "You give him a call and say I''ll invite him to dinner at Foss Restaurant tonight."


    "I''ll go!"


    After the office became quiet again, Stan O''Neal frowned as he looked at the document in his hand.


    "Bruce, don''t force me all the time!"


    ��


    "Mr. Guo, how did you think about your last proposal?"


    Asked by Harvey Morgan, who found Guo Shouyun for the second time.


    "I myself very much hope to cooperate with Mr. Morgan, but Google''s shareholding division has been determined a long time ago. If you are added in the middle, it will make everyone dissatisfied, so I am also very embarrassed."


    In business negotiations, even if you want to cooperate, don''t agree too much. Otherwise, whoever expresses urgency will be the one who suffers relatively.


    "Mr. Guo, business cooperation emphasizes fairness. If my conditions are better than other investors, I think I will be a better choice! As for the embarrassment, I think there is no one for Google financing alone. Investment institutions will make Mr. Guo feel embarrassed! After all, you are the real leader!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, and had to admit that Harvey Morgan, who came from a big family, had really high emotional intelligence. A remark is neither too flattering, but also makes the people who hear it happy.


    "Having said that, but I also have transactions with these investment institutions. If I give up, my interests will also be damaged." Guo Shouyun pondered for a while and then said.


    "If Mr. Guo thinks it''s okay, please tell me about it. I think I can help Mr. Guo achieve, or even better, your trading goals."


    After Guo Shouyun hesitated for a moment, "Okay! Now that I''ve talked about this, I''ll talk about it. I plan to acquire a part of the shares of Marathon Oil Company."


    "Marathon Oil!" Harvey Morgan''s pupils shrank.


    The top ten oil companies in the United States, the first is undoubtedly Exxon Mobil, followed by Chevron, which swallowed Texaco, followed by ConocoPhillips, Valero Energy, Marathon Oil, and Continental Oil Company. , Unocal Oil, Sun Oil, Alameda Hess, Chesapeake Energy.


    Marathon Oil, in fifth place, is an independently owned subsidiary of U.S. Steel. Today''s U.S. stock market is worth about $18 billion. It is one-third larger than Unocal acquired by Guo Shouyun. Of course, all of this is based on the unmerged business of Unocal and Anping Oil. Otherwise, the ranking will be re-established.


    Although surprised by Guo Shouyun''s ambitions in the oil industry, Harvey Morgan, who quickly calmed himself down, said, "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to be so interested in the oil industry."


    "The returns in the energy sector have always been good, and of course I''m interested."


    Without going into Guo Shouyun''s more in-depth views on the oil industry, after a brief thought, Harvey Morgan said, "How many shares does Mr. Guo want in Marathon Oil?"


    "How much does Mr. Morgan have?"


    "4.3%, if Mr. Guo wants more, I can think of a way!"


    "I want at least 10% of the shares of Marathon Oil. Also, I hope that this transaction will not be known to outsiders." Guo Shouyun said after a moment of indulgence.


    "That''s fine. But I need time to raise this stake."


    "No problem, I''m not in a hurry."


    "What about Google...?"


    "This time Google''s financing ratio is 20%! Since many people have already promised in advance, I can only give you 3%!"


    Harvey Morgan frowned and said, "Mr. Guo, is this ratio too low compared to my contribution?"


    "Google is only 3%, it can''t be more. But...I can promise you that when Ruby goes public, I''ll give you the remaining 7%!"


    Harvey Morgan''s eyes lit up, and the value of rubies in his eyes is no less than that of Google.


    "Mr. Guo must keep his promise!"


    "certainly!"


    "So we can sign the contract?"


    "Let''s wait until Mr. Morgan brings Marathon Oil''s shareholding documents."


    "Alright!" Harvey Morgan nodded after a brief consideration, "I will finish this as soon as possible."


    "I''m looking forward to seeing you next time!"


    "Me too!"


    After talking about the key content, Guo Shouyun sent Harvey Morgan out of the house.


    "Boss, I just received a call from Merrill Lynch CEO Stan O''Neill''s assistant. He said that the other party invited you to have dinner at the Foss restaurant on Seventh Avenue at 7 pm!"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, "Did you say why?"


    "No!"


    After nodding clearly, "Go and reply to him and say that I will be on time for the appointment at seven o''clock in the evening."


    "Yes!"


    "Old friend, it looks like it''s really you!"


    Thinking of this, the corners of Guo Shouyun''s mouth twitched quietly.


    ��


    Foss Restaurant, an upscale restaurant located in the middle of New York''s landmark Seventh Street, specializes in French cuisine. It is more popular with New York golden-collar workers, so during the noon and evening business hours, there are basically no empty seats here. As for the luxurious and secret boxes, this is even more so.


    Although Guo Shouyun had heard the name of this restaurant earlier, it was his first time here. The reason is quite simple. His Chinese stomach is still more used to Chinese food. As for French food, he occasionally eats it twice. If there are too many, I''m really not used to it.


    "Hello, sir. Do you have an appointment?"


    "Yes, he is in box 3!"


    "Okay, please come with me!"


    Under the leadership of the waiter, Guo Shouyun arrived at the destination smoothly, and then met Stan O''Neill''s secretary who was waiting outside, and was led in by the other party.


    "Bruce, long time no see."


    "Long time no see, O''Neal!"


    As they greeted each other, they embraced warmly.


    "For your arrival, I specially prepared a sumptuous French feast. Look, do you still like it?"


    After quickly sweeping the food on the dog''s table, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Everything is a classic in French cuisine, O''Neill, thank you!"


    "You''re too polite. Who made us friends, please take a seat!"


    After a simple reception, the two sat down on both sides of the dining table. When they looked at each other, the atmosphere became slightly strange.


    "Bruce, it''s unbelievable! I think when we first met, you were an entrepreneur with some embarrassment and unease under the pressure of Enron. Now, in just two years, you have annexed Enron and won the Universal and Warner, and became the super-rich as chairman of a dozen major corporations."


    "O''Neal, you''re flattering me too much. I didn''t annex Warner, I just bought some marginal businesses from her. As for the super-rich, hehe, my net worth is not as much as yours."


    Stan O''Neill smiled lightly, "It doesn''t matter who has the money, the most important thing is who has the control. You are smarter than many old guys who have been in the mall for many years!"


    Glancing at him, "You invited me to dinner, isn''t it just to praise me?"


    "Of course not. I just think you finally got to New York, and we haven''t seen each other for a long time. Just stop by for a meal and get in touch. But...Bruce, I heard you plan to buy the Herman Fund?"


    "Hellman Fund? How is it possible that Phoenix Corporation has been negotiating with National City Bank of the United States and intends to acquire the First Franklin Financial Company under her, so how can it be interested in Herman Fund?"


    While speaking, Guo Shouyun''s face showed a "timely" panic, but it disappeared soon.


    Of course, all this fell into the eyes of the opposite Stan O''Neal.


    "Really? But someone said he saw Paul Cruz, CEO of the Herman Foundation, walking in and out of your Long Island estate. UU Reading "


    "I think your friend must have read it wrong."


    Guo Shouyun quickly denied it.


    "I think he got it wrong too. But seriously, if you''re going to buy Merrill, we can actually talk about it!"


    "No! My interest in Merrill is limited to investment, and I don''t plan to acquire it, let alone hold a controlling stake. I remember saying this when we first met two years ago. Besides, one phoenix is ??enough for me. Headache, I''m not going to ask for another more troublesome Merrill."


    "I see." Stan O''Neal nodded with a smile, "but it''s a pity to say it. With your financial talent, if we join forces, we will definitely be able to bring Merrill to a new height and surpass Morgan Stanley. , to become the world''s largest investment bank!"


    "Forget it, I''m not good at investment banking. So I haven''t dared to expand the securities business within Phoenix."


    Despite what he said, the real reason that Guo Shouyun was reluctant to join Merrill was that he and Stan O''Neal had ''one mountain does not allow two tigers'', and neither of them wanted to give the greatest power to anyone other than himself.


    If Stan O''Neal is smart enough to take the company to a brighter future, as Apple''s Steve Jobs and Amazon''s Jeff Bezos did, he can fully delegate power. But in fact, the other party''s excessive investment in CDS and CDO bonds related to real estate directly brought Merrill Lynch to the brink of bankruptcy during the subprime mortgage crisis.


    How could someone like that make him the CEO of Merrill Lynch? Is Guo Shouyun having trouble living with his own money? So, he must take down Merrill and drive this guy away.


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    Looking at the man with a hint of panic in his expression, Stan O''Neal changed the subject with a faint smile.


    "Bruce, I heard that LinkedIn is also preparing to go public?"


    "In preparation. Rest assured, with our relationship, there must be Merrill Lynch as the underwriter."


    "Since that''s the case, why not hand over the listing of LinkedIn to Merrill Lynch? I think it''s the best choice for Merrill Lynch''s ability and your interests. And, as far as I know, you After poaching Stephen Bryan from Goldman Sachs, your relationship with Goldman Sachs is much cooler."


    "O''Neal, you know that I''m not one to go back on my word. Even if there are some changes in the middle of what I promised before, I won''t go back!"


    Stan O''Neal smiled lightly, "Okay, I respect your choice. ... Google, what are you going to do? Almost all investors now don''t accept your $24 billion valuation!"


    "It doesn''t matter." Guo Shouyun shrugged, "I''m not in a hurry about Google''s listing. Maybe they will accept it after a while."


    "You''re always so confident!"


    "Because I believe in my choices, and I believe in the future of the Internet."


    "The future of the Internet is indeed exciting. But you are not the only one who sees it. Yahoo is developing her search business, and Microsoft is also strengthening its investment in the Internet. Dozens or hundreds of new Internet companies are established in Silicon Valley every day. Can you... guarantee that in the future, in the face of more intense business competition, Google and Ruby will still be as successful as they are now?"


    "This question should not be asked of me. But do you believe that Google and Ruby will continue to be brilliant? If you doubt, I say no more. If you believe, even if I don''t explain, you will always believe!"


    After the two looked at each other for a moment, Stan O''Neal nodded slightly.


    "Looks like I''m superfluous! ... Come on, try these dishes, they taste very good!"


    "Really, I happen to be hungry too!"


    During the meal, the two did not continue to talk about work, but simply said some gossip. Later, until the end of this meeting, Stan O''Neal did not mention the matter of Merrill Lynch''s equity.


    "Boss, is this the end?"


    Stan O''Neal glanced at the figure outside the car window who was about to leave in the car, smiled and said, "He is a smart man and understands what I mean. And in the future, everyone will cooperate and talk about it, to him, me and Merrill. It''s no good."


    The assistant subconsciously glanced at the black Mercedes-Benz next to him and nodded clearly.


    "Let''s go, it''s getting late, we should go back too!"


    "Yes!"


    ��


    When Stan O''Neal was talking about Guo Shouyun, the latter was also talking about him.


    "Boss, I feel that you are giving in a little in front of Stan O''Neal?" Wang Jue asked after hesitating for a while.


    "He is an old guy who is very proud. In front of him, it is easier to solve problems by showing weakness than hitting hard." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Solving the problem? Merrill Lynch''s equity?" Wang Jue asked cautiously.


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun said indifferently: "You are very smart and your observation skills are strong enough. But if you shouldn''t ask some questions, don''t ask them, and don''t say them if you shouldn''t!"


    "Yes!"


    Looking at Wang Jue who was stunned, Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it, "There is a word called ''showing the enemy to be weak''!"


    Wang Jue was stunned.


    "The boss is wise!"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t say anything more, closed his eyes and leaned on the back of the car''s back seat.


    In fact, from the very beginning, whether it was the acquisition of the Herman Fund or the plan to buy the Merrill Lynch shares in the New York State Retired Teachers Foundation, he just made it for Stan O''Neal to see.


    In the case that both sides are very clear about each other''s purpose, in order to cover up Liu Zhixing''s actions, and also to make Stan O''Neal "reassured".


    The reason is very simple. If you know that a guy who doesn''t deal with you is always by your side, but is always quiet, then you will definitely think that he must be plotting something big, and your vigilance will be higher than ever.


    But on the other hand, if the enemy makes some hostile actions that in your opinion can be controlled or defeated by yourself, then your vigilance will be relaxed. When there are enough "little actions" that can be controlled, you will naturally think that you can control everything, and your vigilance will remain at an average value. This is the same as boiling a frog in warm water.


    Guo Shouyun is very sure that as long as his use value is still there, as long as his small moves in the acquisition of Merrill Lynch''s equity are within his control in Stan O''Neill''s view, then this balance will always be maintained. Until Liu Zhixing completed the final blow and completely achieved his goal.


    Of course, it is not easy to test Stan O''Neal''s bottom line. It took him half a year to carefully select the Herman Fund and the New York Retired Teachers Fund.


    They are both two of the top five mutual funds that publicly hold Merrill Lynch stock. The reason why they were selected by Guo Shouyun. The Herman Fund is because her CEO, Paul Cruz, is known on Wall Street as an "old stubborn." In the fourteen years he has been at the helm of Herman Fund, the size of Herman Fund has grown steadily, and it has faced more than a dozen acquisitions, many of which were rejected by large institutions such as Northern Trust and Wells Fargo.


    As for the New York Foundation for Retired Teachers, its CEO, Pierce Markle, is a veiled McCarthyist with an aversion to nonwhites.


    There is no doubt that with such two people, Guo Shouyun would never get his favorite Merrill Lynch shares from them.


    Guo Shouyun knows this, and Stan O''Neal knows this even more! That''s why he behaved so calmly when he got the news of Guo Shouyun''s contact with these two companies.


    As for whether Guo Shouyun did this on purpose? Alas, young people are always frizzy, aren''t they? And successful young people are always proud that they have no problems they can''t solve. Therefore, it became normal for the young and vigorous Guo Shouyun to contact these two "difficult households".


    "After a while make some small moves. Always keep Stan O''Neal''s attention on me." Guo Shouyun said to himself.


    ��


    Everything in the world is linked by cause and effect. When you are discussing others, others are also discussing you.


    "You really decided?"


    "Yes!"


    Frederick Peabody Morgan nodded slightly at his determined son.


    "5% of ConocoPhillips stock, I''ll help you get it together. But Harvey, you know the rules. Each Morgan family member can only have one chance to seek family help. If you don''t succeed this time, Then you don''t get any financial support other than $500,000 a year to live on."


    "I understand, Father. But I want you to help me raise as much equity in ConocoPhillips as possible."


    "why?"


    "I want to get more shares of Google and Ruby!"


    Frederick raised his eyebrows slightly, "Are you really so optimistic about their future?"


    "Yes! The future of the world is the future of the Internet. And half of the best Internet companies are in the hands of Bruce Guo. I can''t miss it." Harvey Morgan affirmed.


    "Dad doesn''t know as much about the Internet as you do. But since you''ve decided, I''ll help you too!"


    "Thank you father!"


    "Well!...If you have time, invite Bruce Guo over to the house. I really want to meet this guy!" Frederick said with great interest.


    "Don''t worry, when the cooperation agreement is signed, I will invite him to be a guest at home!"


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    The next day, Guo Shouyun received good news from Rebecca as soon as he woke up.


    "Boss, it''s passed. The Ministry of Commerce has passed the documents for our acquisition of Unocal Oil Company!"


    After half a year of hard work, the results came to fruition, and Rebecca, who had always been calm, became excited.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun was also very happy. However, after deciding to marry the Roosevelt family, he had expected this result. Therefore, compared to Rebecca, he is relatively calm.


    "Since it''s passed, hold a press conference to officially announce the news. Then integrate the company and prepare to go public."


    "Yes! ... Boss, are you still participating?"


    "You preside over the press conference, I won''t participate!" Guo Shouyun shook his head, he still had his own business to do. And he doesn''t like snowflake flashes either.


    After hanging up Rebecca''s call, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. With Unocal, he is one step closer to building his own oil empire. However, to complete the acquisition of ConocoPhillips, I am afraid we will have to wait four years later. As for the third step, it will take longer. But it doesn''t matter. In addition to being diligent, Huaxia people are best at long-term planning and waiting patiently.


    "Boss, everything is packed, do you want to go?"


    Wu Xiaojing pushed open the door and walked in.


    "Let''s go!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he simply tidied up the desk, put on his coat, and walked out.


    He had asked Lawrence Summers for help in the acquisition of Unocal, and he had promised him that he would give a speech at Harvard University after returning to the United States from China. Now that I am in New York, not far from Cambridge, Massachusetts, where Harvard is located, I have done this together by the way, and saved me from running errands next time.


    But as soon as he left the house he met George Roosevelt who was visiting.


    "Bruce...!"


    Looking at the future brother-in-law who rolled down the car window to say hello, Guo Shouyun sighed, he really didn''t want to have more contact with this annoying guy. But due to the imminent inseparability of their kinship, he still rolled down the car window.


    "What''s up?"


    "Where are you going?"


    "Cambridge, Massachusetts...!"


    "Great, I happen to be going there too, take me a piece!" George Roosevelt interrupted happily.


    "Are you going too?"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned, is it a coincidence?


    "Well! ... The company''s scouts found a high-quality target there, and are going to go there to see. By the way, should I send you a photo, he is very beautiful, and he is a top student at Harvard College of Arts and Sciences!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "You''d better keep it for yourself and enjoy it slowly!"


    When the words fell, he closed the window and let the driver drive towards the airport.


    Flying to Cambridge with George Roosevelt was not lonely in the process. In the next hour or so, Guo Shouyun arrived at his destination.


    Guo Shouyun naturally had a hotel inside the school arranged by the school, and George Roosevelt did not have this kind of treatment.


    "Bruce, I''ve been looking forward to it, and I finally got you here!"


    "Lawrence, I will never forget what I promised!"


    After a warm hug, the two sat down in the room.


    "How is it, is the speech ready?"


    "certainly!"


    Lawrence Summers'' eyes lit up, "Can you show me?"


    "I want you to give me your opinion!" After nodding, Guo Shouyun handed over the speech he had written in his spare time in New York for the past few days.


    "Search, the portal to the Internet!"


    After reading the title, I briefly glanced through the following content, "The content is more refined than when you were in Hong Kong."


    "Artificial intelligence, virtual reality and other concepts are still too advanced for the current level of technology. It''s okay to mention it occasionally. If you say too much, it will be regarded as a lie. On the contrary, Internet search, communityization, and e-commerce Concepts are more suitable for popularization.��


    Lawrence Summers nodded, then smiled: "By the way, build momentum for your Google, and fortunately, when it went public, the stock price rose higher!"


    "Lawrence, I can''t hide anything from you. But this is just a side benefit. My real purpose is more to make the best universities in the world produce more talents who are interested in the Internet. This is good for us. , there are huge benefits for the future of the entire Internet industry."


    After nodding clearly, "How about the speech tomorrow afternoon?"


    "I have no problem!"


    "I''ll have someone arrange it later." After a pause, "I heard that the Ministry of Commerce has approved Anping''s acquisition of Unocal. ... Bruce, congratulations!"


    "Thank you. But I would like to thank you for your help in this matter. Otherwise, I would not have been so successful."


    Lawrence waved his hand, "I just played a supporting role. The Roosevelt family is the one who really played a decisive role. I have to say that your choice to marry the Roosevelt family is a very correct decision. Not only this acquisition, but in the future you The expansion of many of its companies will virtually eliminate a lot of difficulties.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement, "But my father-in-law''s appetite is not small at all. It''s not easy to deal with him."


    "Understandable. But no matter what, there are pros and cons. Marriage is good enough for you at least, and that''s enough. Also, you''re only 23 years old, and time is in your favor!"


    "This is probably my biggest advantage!"


    "It''s also your most useful advantage, and there''s nothing more useful than time."


    After chatting for a while, Lawrence Summers left.


    Looking at the quiet campus outside the window, because it was still early, he had the idea of ??going out for a walk. It''s not like he hasn''t been to Harvard. But that was many years ago. As a reborn Guo Shouyun, this is the first time he has visited this prestigious world-renowned school.


    Considering that Hua Lei''s burly physique was too conspicuous, he only brought Deng Feng, and after leaving Wu Xiaojing and Wang Jue behind, the two walked out of the residence arranged by Harvard.


    As a famous school with a history of nearly 400 years, every building here reveals the vicissitudes and classical temperament of the combination of humanities and history. During the walk, the students who were in their prime and high-spirited, made new shoots grow in the vicissitudes of the building, which seemed to be full of vigor and vitality!


    Walking aimlessly, everything around made Guo Shouyun, who had been away from school for many years, feel a touch of kindness and nostalgia.


    Humans are social animals, so even subconsciously, they will go to places with many people. So is Guo Shouyun. Unconsciously, he came to an outdoor basketball court with the flow of people. Look at the figures running and jumping outside, and the crowd cheering and cheering around. Out of curiosity, he followed through the door next to him.


    The moment I stepped into the basketball court, I felt a wave of passion. Sports are the most exciting!


    What surprised Guo Shouyun in particular was that the match on the court was against an Asian with yellow skin like him, and an international team of black and white.


    Look at the scoreboard next to it, one side says Harvard Huaxia basketball team, and the other side says Harvard German basketball team. The score between the two sides is 43:40, and the Huaxia team leads by three points. However, with a three-pointer gap, for the game just over half, it is still difficult to determine the real winner or loser.


    Standing by and watching for a while, Guo Shouyun shook his head secretly. The level of these two teams is not very good, but at best it is the level of the players of the ncaa fish belly team. Of course, in the eyes of ordinary people, it is already very good.


    There was nothing left or right, he stood by and watched for a while. Apart from the occasional noise of the cheering noises, it was quite comfortable.


    "what��!"


    A sudden scream interrupted the fiery atmosphere at the scene. Guo Shouyun looked intently, and saw a thin boy wearing a No. 3 jersey, holding his ankles and fell to the ground.


    "Liangzi, how are you?"


    "tmd, you did it on purpose!"


    A tall man in a No. 11 jersey who played as a center grabbed the white center''s jersey next to him and asked angrily.


    "Pay attention to your attitude, he stepped on the back of my foot when he was falling off the rebound."


    Seeing that the two sides were about to fight, the referee in charge of the game hurried over. After finally pushing and pushing together, the two team members quickly greeted the school doctor on one side, sprayed some chloroethane spray on the injured person, temporarily anesthetized and cooled them, and carried the injured person to the school hospital. Of course, this game, which has already played in the fast three quarters, had to be temporarily interrupted.


    "What should we do, Liang Zi is our best point guard. Without him to control the overall situation on the court, we will not only lose the rhythm, but also lose a critical point of attack."


    Qin Yu , wearing the No. 8 jersey, said anxiously while wiping away his sweat.


    "It''s really impossible to let Zhao Rong go. Apart from Liang Zi, we have only one point guard here!"


    Shao Xiaojun, who played the power forward, said.


    "Don''t stop, my basketball level is too bad. It''s okay to make up for you. If you really play, it will only hold you back."


    Wearing glasses, Zhao Rong, who seemed to be gentle, shook his head quickly.


    "Old Zhao, your eyebrows are on fire, are you still shrinking back?" Shao Xiaojun hated that iron could not become steel.


    "Yeah! If we lose this basketball game, we will give up the venue of Harvard University''s Huaxia Club to the Germans. That is what our senior Chinese international students have worked hard to win back. If it is lost in our hands, it will be too much. Shame."


    "That''s right. If we''re going to lose the field, we can''t even lift our heads at Harvard."


    "But��!"


    "Okay, don''t embarrass Lao Zhao. His basketball level is really not good." After Huang Zhipei, who was wearing the No. 11 jersey and playing center, turned his head and said, "Lao Lin, why don''t you point guard and let Zhu Lin replace him? You play shooting guard, although his level is not as good as yours. But it is definitely better than letting Zhao play point guard."


    Lin Jun frowned slightly, "I play a point guard, and I''m fine if I score, but controlling the rhythm and organizing the offense is too far behind."


    "Now we don''t have a better choice!"


    Among the Chinese who can come to Harvard University to study, it is very easy for you to find a few academic masters. But if you want to find a few good basketball players, you can only pick the generals out of the dwarfs, just by chance.


    "If you don''t mind, maybe I can try it!"


    The clear voice made everyone who was frowning subconsciously turned their heads and looked over.


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    Chapter four hundred and ninety-first budding interest


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    Looking at the handsome young man in dark gray casual clothes, tall and strong, with a calm temperament and an extravagance in front of him, several people exchanged glances and found that they didn''t know each other. But the familiar Mandarin makes everyone who is studying in a foreign country feel a touch of kindness.


    "Classmate, do you also play basketball?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, glanced at the basketball next to him from the corner of his eyes, stretched out his foot and hooked it. After skillfully getting it into his hand, he flicked it lightly, and the orange-red basketball quickly spun lightly on the tip of his right index finger. .


    "I used to play a point guard on the school team, and my level should be no worse than that of your friend who had a broken foot just now."


    Huang Zhipei gave him a deep look and nodded.


    "We believe in you!"


    "Brother Huang...!"


    "Boss...!"


    After waving to interrupt everyone''s words, "Now we have no other better choice. Moreover, compared to Lao Zhao, I still think this brother is more reliable."


    "But he hasn''t cooperated with us. Can he find a rhythm by playing now?"


    "I have watched it for a while when I was on the sidelines just now, and I remember all the characteristics of your playing. No. 11 center, solid footsteps, soft touch, highest accuracy in mid-range shots and right hooks. No. 3 power forward, confrontational ability Yes, the card position is accurate; No. 8 small forward, fast, accustomed to cutting inwards on the right side, straight to the basket for layups; No. 9 shooting guard, accurate mid-range shooting." Guo Shouyun did not mention his shortcomings, because no one likes his shortcomings. , was called out in front of everyone. That''s the coach''s job, he just wants to play basketball at this time.


    "Okay, buddy. I didn''t expect your eyes to be quite poisonous!" said Shao Xiaojun, who played the power forward.


    "Let this brother play for Liang Zi, I think everyone should be fine, right?" Huang Zhipei turned his head and asked.


    The rest of the people shook their heads. They were not fools. They all understood that a guy who could see their strengths and weaknesses in a short period of time must have a good understanding of basketball, and he was an expert. Moreover, this guy who volunteered, seems to be better than the rookie bench next to him who knows the bottom line.


    "Brother, what size shoes are you wearing?"


    Seeing that he had nothing on his body, Huang Zhipei didn''t bother.


    "Size 44, clothes xxl, shorts 33!"


    After a brief consideration, Huang Zhipei turned his head, "Huizi, Huizi, go and bring Liangzi''s backpack."


    Soon a tall girl with a ponytail, a white sun hat, and a height of nearly 1.8 meters came over with an Adidas messenger bag.


    "Brother, here it is!"


    "My sister Huang Huizi, I''ll introduce you to me in the future." Huang Zhipei opened the bag and took out the white Adidas jersey inside, "You are taller than Liang Cheng, but it should be fine to wear his clothes. And your shoe size is also the same, just right A piece for you."


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun took it, glanced at it and nodded.


    "Is there a place to change clothes here?"


    "Only a few of us can help you stop it!" Huang Zhipei said.


    He also understands this point, the game is about to start, and the time cannot be delayed. After calling Deng Feng who was following, and surrounded the city with Huang Zhipei, Guo Shouyun who was inside quickly changed his clothes.


    "All right!"


    Huang Zhipei and the others turned around and looked at Guo Shouyun''s naked arms with full muscles tied together. His eyes lit up, and his face showed excitement.


    "Just move on, we''re going to play!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and did a set of stretching movements on the sidelines. After feeling his body warmed up, he followed Huang Zhipei and the others into the basketball court.


    To be honest, he hasn''t played an official basketball game since he left Stanford to start his own business. Guo Shouyun, who often exercises in the middle and occasionally plays half-time with the bodyguards, doesn''t know how much his skills have deteriorated. However, as the main point guard of the Stanford Crimson Team, a strong ncaa team, and a star player who almost entered the NBA, even if his skills are regressed, it is enough to cope with this amateur game.


    Opposite Guo Shouyun was a white young man about 185 centimeters tall with a tattoo on his arm that he could not understand.


    "Hey, Huaxia boy, in front of me Hayes, you can never score!"


    "yes?"


    Guo Shouyun, who had mastered the elasticity of the basketball in his hand, quickly dribbled the ball back under his crotch, then swayed his shoulders to the right, and stepped forward with his right footsteps. After deceiving this guy named Hayes with a very fast fake action, he felt like lightning. Withdrawing his feet, he shot towards the inside of the penalty area.


    "damn it!"


    After scolding Hayes, he quickly chased back. He asked himself that his speed was not slow, but he was obviously worse than this new guy.


    After striding into the three-second zone, Guo Shouyun jumped up and made a slam dunk with the ball in both hands.


    "This guy jumps so high But you can''t score on my Matt''s head!" As a center, he jumped up quickly. Spreading his arms almost blocked all routes for Guo Shouyun''s dunk. Hayes, who was chasing after him, also jumped up and slapped the basketball in Guo Shouyun''s hand.


    Being caught in the middle, he withdrew his hand instantly, flicked his wrist lightly, and the orange basketball was quickly assigned to Huang Zhipei, who was in the empty spot under the basket.


    Unguarded, he faced the basket, hit the basket and scored two points.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun also fell. Looking at the ugly faces on the left and right, he smiled softly, "I''m a point guard!"


    As soon as he finished speaking, Huang Zhipei''s big hand patted his shoulder.


    "The scoring just now was great!"


    "You cast well too!"


    The two praised each other and returned to their restricted area. Guo Shouyun''s defensive position is at the top of the three-point arc, and the target of letting go is Hayes just now.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun scored a goal. Feeling ashamed, he glared at the guy in front of him. He secretly decided in his heart that he must win this goal.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t care what his opponent was thinking, he took a step back and didn''t stick closely to this guy named Hayes. Because when he was observing before, he knew that this guy is very strong, fast, and his consciousness is also good. But the mid-range shot is average, and the three-point shot is even worse.


    In other words, if this guy''s mid-range shooting percentage can exceed 50, then he can be the main point guard of an ordinary ncaa team. If the three-point shooting level is also good, it can become the leading point guard of the Sweet Sixteen. It''s a pity there is no if!


    So for this guy, Guo Shouyun''s defensive strategy is to guard against breakthroughs but not against shots.


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    Chapter four hundred and ninety-two ordinary barbecue


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    "coming!"


    When this guy stepped into the three-point line and changed directions left and right, without deceiving Guo Shouyun, and started to forcibly rush past the penalty area from the left by relying on his speed, Guo Shouyun also quickly posted it. The strength of the two is half a catty to eight taels, so Hayes, who was still unable to enter the restricted area, saw his bottom line, gritted his teeth and jumped up instantly, followed by Guo Shouyun.


    He has seen his opponent''s bouncing power. In order to avoid being blocked, his body has a clear back, and the arc is also pulled very high. From the angle that I am not good at, coupled with the difficult shooting, the shooting rate is naturally not high. After the basketball hit the iron, it went wide from the left and was caught by Huang Zhipei, who was in a favorable position.


    It''s a pity that these Germans returned to the defense very quickly, and the fast break was not completed.


    After handing over the ball to Guo Shouyun, the teammates all went to the opponent''s penalty area.


    "Clap...!"


    Looking at the guy who was casually slapping the basketball and walking towards the top of the arc with a smile on his face, after a round of competition, Hayes, who had recognized the opponent''s difficulty, had a very solemn expression. Staring closely at the basketball in the opponent''s hand, he lowered his center of gravity.


    Judging from his position close to the three-point line, his lower center of gravity, and his distance of one meter from himself. Apparently this guy, like himself, has adopted a defensive strategy of guarding the ball and not guarding the shot.


    It''s a clever strategy because there are very few guys out there who can hit the 3-pointer. The basic wave cast, play handsome, and more luck.


    "But I''m not like them!"


    Looking at the basket, Guo Shouyun took a deep breath, jumped up quickly, and stretched out his body in mid-air. After he felt that he reached the highest point, his waist and abdomen were stretched, and his body was instantly stagnant in the air. Then he waved his arms, and the basketball crossed a beautiful arc. The line, accurately fell into the basket. With the white waves that appeared, the faces of the surrounding people couldn''t help showing the color of amazement.


    It''s not that they haven''t seen a three-pointer, but it''s the first time they''ve seen a three-pointer with such a graceful posture and high accuracy as Guo Shouyun.


    "Wow, that three-pointer just now was so handsome!"


    "Yeah yeah!"


    The teammates ''hula'' surrounded Guo Shouyun in the middle. Everyone''s face was full of amazement.


    "Thank you! But the game is not over yet, let''s not be too happy!"


    "That''s right! Everyone should be on the defensive, we can''t let our lead disappear!" Huang Zhipei greeted everyone to continue the game.


    However, the German team seemed to be knocked down by Guo Shouyun''s precise three-pointer. There hasn''t been a great performance since. On the contrary, on the Huaxia team''s side, under Guo Shouyun''s guidance, both attack and defense have risen to a higher level. At the end of the 40-minute game, the Huaxia team won the final victory with an overwhelming score of 25 points.


    Having lost so badly, the Germans don''t look good. So, as soon as the game was over, I hurriedly packed up and left the basketball court. Leave the Huaxia team alone to cheer.


    "Brother, thank you so much. Without you, we would have lost this game!" Huang Zhipei said.


    "I also want to thank you. If it wasn''t for you, I wouldn''t be able to get a basketball game. By the way, I''ll return this dress to you after I go back and wash it."


    "It''s just a suit of clothes, it doesn''t get in the way! By the way, I didn''t have time to ask your name after a game of basketball...?"


    "My name is Guo Shouyun, you can call me Lao Guo!"


    "Guo Shouyun, Lao Guo?" After a brief taste, Huang Zhipei continued, "Lao Guo, with your strength, you can go to the school team to compete for the main point guard. Would you like me to introduce Coach White for you?"


    "Forget it, that''s not my ambition. Playing basketball is just a hobby!"


    "You don''t think about it, it''s a shame not to play basketball at your level."


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Thank you for your suggestion, but I really have no interest in professional basketball!"


    Seeing his firm attitude, Huang Zhipei didn''t insist anymore.


    "Brother, Shao Xiaojun and the others said that everyone will have a barbecue party at 7 p.m. to celebrate the victory!"


    "Got it. ... Lao Guo, you can go with us too."


    "I''m not going...!"


    Before he could finish speaking, Huang Zhipei grabbed his wrist, "You can''t do it if you don''t go. You are the biggest contributor to our victory, so why not go! Let''s go!"


    "Yeah, you can''t stop going. Besides, everyone is from China, and they are studying together. Anyway, let''s get to know each other!" Huang Huizi said beside him.


    It is rare to come across a handsome guy who plays the ball so well, and his height, temperament and knowledge are so suitable, how could Huang Huizi not be tempted.


    These days, it''s never just men who are colored~hearted!


    "If you don''t go, what''s the point of our celebration barbecue?" Huang Zhipei nodded and said, "Also, in the future, everyone will be friends when they study in the same school. Let''s get to know each other now, and we can help each other in the future."


    Guo Shouyun did not explain that he was not a Harvard student. But he was more than happy to participate in such ordinary gatherings. Compared to those high-society banquets that are mixed with interests, it is this kind of simple and direct, entertainment that is more interesting to him than other parties.


    Especially in his current status, it is difficult to enjoy the life of ordinary people, but he is more interested in this relatively pure party.


    "Since it''s hard to be kind, then I''ll be cheeky. But my friend is also with me. I wonder if he can go with me?"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to Deng Feng behind him. UU Reading


    "Of course! I rely on my parents at home, and friends when I go out. In foreign countries, all Chinese people are one family!" Huang Zhipei said proudly.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded. He still admires Huang Zhipei.


    "Let''s go, let''s take a shower and change clothes first, and then we''ll have a barbecue together!"


    After patting him on the shoulder, Huang Zhipei greeted the rest of the team including him, and everyone found a shower room together.


    In foreign countries, there is not much else, that is, there are many bathrooms. Most Westerners have body odor. If they don''t wash their hands more often, their whole body will be rancid.


    After taking a shower and changing clothes, everyone drove to a single-family apartment outside the school. Of course, if it is changed to Huaxia, it is called a villa. But abroad, single-family villas are very common.


    From the chat with Huang Zhipei, we learned that this house was bought by his parents when he and his sister were studying. In addition to the occasional dormitory during class, most of the time, including entertainment and social interaction, is placed here.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t inquire about other people''s family affairs, but he could afford the high tuition fees of Harvard, a private university, and he could buy this villa worth more than $500,000. Obviously, Huang Zhipei''s parents were not ordinary small families.


    On the way back, I bought beef and mutton from the nearby Baccarat Fresh Store, added some vegetables, and set up the grill that I have used many times before on the lawn in the backyard. As soon as the beer is served, the music starts. , the atmosphere of the party will be strong.


    The players and their respective friends make up less than twenty people. Not too much, not too little, just right.


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    Chapter 493 Truth or Dare


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    "Hi, your name is Guo Shouyun?"


    Before Guo Shouyun had finished eating the mutton in his mouth, Huang Huizi ran over.


    "Um!"


    "Which department are you from? Why haven''t I seen you at Harvard before?"


    "I just came!" Guo Shouyun said vaguely.


    "No wonder!"


    "I''m from Tieling, Northeast Liao Province, who are you?"


    "People from Weixian County, Dongshan!"


    "Dongshan Weixian? That''s a coincidence. My father said that our family used to travel from Dongshan to Liao Province, and my great-grandfather was from Dongshan Weixian!"


    Guo Shouyun looked at Huang Huizi, who was staring at her with shining eyes. The girl''s intention to soak herself was too obvious. Sure enough, the personality of the Northeastern girls is much more straightforward than the southern girls.


    "That''s a coincidence!" Guo Shouyun responded.


    "By the way, which department did you study?"


    "I��!"


    Guo Shouyun was interrupted just as he was about to speak, "Huizi, your brother called you!"


    The visitor was leaning on a cane and had a bandage on his ankle, making it difficult to walk.


    "My brother?" He looked in the direction of Huang Zhipei in surprise. Sure enough, he turned his head reluctantly after seeing his brother beckoning to him again, "Wait a moment, we will talk later!"


    "it is good!"


    Seeing his promise, Huang Huizi hurriedly ran towards the old brother.


    "How are your feet?"


    After she left, Guo Shouyun asked Liang Cheng, a point guard who had a leg injury in the basketball game this afternoon.


    "It''s just a little strain, it''ll be fine in a few days."


    "That''s good!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, Liang Cheng hesitated for a moment before saying reluctantly: "They have told me about the basketball game, thank you for helping us."


    "You''re welcome. I''m also from China, and I just wanted to play at that time."


    Liang Cheng nodded, with a solemn expression on his face: "Although you have helped us. But I will never give you the position of the main point guard of the Harvard Huaxia basketball team, and Huizi too!"


    "You want to compete fairly with me?" Guo Shouyun laughed dumbly.


    "That''s right!" Liang Cheng looked very solemn.


    "First of all, I''m going to help you play that basketball game this afternoon. I''m just a hobby, plus a temporary itch. I have no intention of participating in any professional or semi-professional team, so you are the main point guard of the Harvard Huaxia basketball team. I''m not interested. As for the lady just now!" Guo Shouyun smiled indifferently, "Do you think that with my ability, I might not have a girlfriend?"


    "Do you have a girlfriend?" Liang Cheng said in surprise.


    The main point guards are all floating clouds, and the future girlfriend is the most important.


    "Of course. It''s even a fianc��e."


    "Huh, that''s good!" Liang Cheng, who was clearly relaxed, stretched out his right hand towards Guo Shouyun with a smile on his face.


    "Let''s get to know you formally, my name is Liang Cheng, from Xiaogan, Hubei, China, studying for a master''s degree in bioengineering at Harvard University!"


    "Guo Shouyun, his hometown Dongshan Weixian!"


    He is not a Harvard person himself, so there is no need to introduce any disciplines.


    Surprised, Liang Cheng was about to ask when he was interrupted by the voice of Huang Zhipei next to him.


    "Everyone, everyone has enough to eat and drink. I originally planned to spend the rest of the time, everyone went to karaoke in the room. But this guy Shao Xiaojun said that the old karaoke was boring, and proposed to play Truth or Dare. What do you think?"


    "Agree! Today is special. I think it''s a little exciting. Truth or Dare is just right." Lin Jun shouted.


    "I agree!"


    "Truth or Dare, I''m participating!"


    "We are also participating!"


    In an instant, except for a few people including Guo Shouyun, most of them expressed their interest in Truth or Dare.


    "Okay, then we''ll play Truth or Dare. . . Everyone comes in with me."


    Under the greeting of Huang Zhipei, everyone walked into the living room happily.


    "Boss, what should I do? Do you want to leave?" Deng Feng walked to Guo Shouyun and asked in a low voice.


    Although he has never played Truth or Dare, he also knows the risk of this kind of game. If Guo Shouyun loses, whether it is Truth or Dare, with his current status, revealing it will definitely cause a sensation in the entire United States. Lace News. He is not Hua Lei, he is as meticulous as he is, and he must also consider the reputation of the boss.


    Guo Shouyun was also a little hesitant, but as he had never played Truth or Dare, he was quite moved.


    "According to the opportunity, let''s see the situation first!"


    Looking at the big boss walking in, Deng Feng opened his mouth, shook his head secretly, and followed.


    "I hope you don''t lose face for a while!"


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    "Everyone sit in a circle!"


    Huang Zhipei, as the organizer, greeted everyone to sit down and took a basketball from the side.


    "Let''s play drums and pass the ball! ... First I''ll turn the coin. When the coin turns, we start passing the ball to each other, and when the coin falls, whoever has the ball will have to tell the truth or take a big risk. Of course, before starting, everyone has to write down a piece of paper that they want to ask the truth or the big adventure they want to let the other party do."


    Huang Zhipei raised the small note in his hand.


    "Isn''t it better to say it directly, and save the trouble!"


    "Idiot, this is more interesting. Otherwise, if you ask directly, you will have a lot of questions that you can''t ask or say." Zhu Lin tapped Qin Yu''s head and said.


    "Yeah!" Qin Yu was stunned, then moved his face forward and snickered, "Didn''t you always want to know Zhao Fangfang''s measurements, this time you have a chance!"


    "Damn, keep your voice down!"


    Zhu Lin hurriedly covered the mouth of his best friend, looked around and chatted with his best friend, and was relieved after he didn''t notice the object of his admiration.


    "If you dare to talk again, I''ll expose the last time you **** with that blond big-ass babes from Merris."


    "You are cruel!"


    "What are you two dawdling about, hurry up, everyone else has finished writing!" Huang Zhipei said.


    "almost ready!"


    The two who made the deal quickly picked up the pen and wrote down the questions they wanted to ask and the adventure they wanted to see on their own notes.


    After collecting everyone''s notes, "Okay, the notes are all written. Let''s start the game."


    "Wait a moment!"


    A girl with a ponytail in a yellow coat interrupted: "If you are not satisfied with the question or the big adventure drawn from the note, can you change it?"


    "No. Anyone has only one chance to choose truth or risk from each note."


    "OK then!"


    "Are you all ready? It''s about to start!"


    Huang Zhipei quickly glanced at everyone, and seeing that everyone was ready, he picked up the coin and twisted it with both hands to make it spin quickly on the table.


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    Chapter 494: Guo Shouyun''s Choice


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    With the rapid spin of the coins, the excited and nervous crowd wailed and passed the basketball in their hands. There is fear in my heart, but there is also a trace of expectation. In the end, it will be myself!


    Accompanied by this complicated emotion, the speed of the coin''s rotation gradually slowed down, then hummed for a moment and then stopped moving.


    "Lin Shuang, the last ball is in your hands."


    Seeing that he could not "frame" his friend, Lin Shuang, who had short hair and ears, reluctantly embraced the basketball and accepted his fate.


    "Okay, choose one of these notes?"


    Huang Zhipei smiled and took the box containing the note to the other side. Because all the notes are folded, there is no way to choose, so Lin Shuang took one of them at random, unfolded it, looked closely, and immediately said angrily, "Who wrote such a perverted question?"


    A curious person next to him stuck his head out and looked very happy.


    "Truthless: Please reveal the color of your underwear today? Big adventure: Pick any boy who is present today and kiss for three minutes!"


    "Sure enough, it''s abnormal. But the handwriting must be written by Zhao Rong!"


    Under Lin Shuang''s angry eyes, Zhao Rong, who was sitting next to Zhengle, waved his hand quickly, "Sister Shuang, it''s definitely not me, I swear to God!"


    Afterwards, Lin Shuang''s gaze shifted to Liang Cheng next to him, who hurriedly shook his head. Regardless of whether there is a girlfriend or not, all the men present understand one thing, a woman who is angry can''t afford to offend.


    "Cool, you can choose, truth or adventure?" Huang Zhipei laughed.


    As the organizer of today''s banquet, he is also the oldest among the crowd, and he is still quite prestigious among the crowd. So Lin Shuang didn''t get angry at him either.


    "Sincerely!"


    After briefly thinking about it, Lin Shuang pouted.


    "Well!"


    Shao Xiaojun, who had the most detached character, let out a strange scream full of excitement. Although he realized his mistake and covered his mouth in time, Lin Shuang''s slap was already slapped.


    "Bastard Shao Xiaojun, you must have written this question, right?"


    "Don''t, Sister Shuang. It''s not me!"


    The fight between the two added a lot of joy to the room. Guo Shouyun also felt happy. He hadn''t participated in this kind of party without any entanglement of interests, just a playful party between friends for a long time. Even though he might feel a little humiliated when it was his turn, he enjoyed this opportunity to relax more than face.


    Amid the laughter of the crowd, Lin Shuang reluctantly revealed the fact that she was wearing black lace **** today. Of course, this was inevitably canceled by everyone. Even Lin Shuang, who looked cheerful, couldn''t help blushing.


    Immediately after the second round, Shao Xiaojun, who was laughing the most before, was recruited.


    "Truthfully: Which girl have you ever lusted after? If not, which one would you choose as your YY object? Great adventure: Wear only shorts and dance on the street full of ''soul'' '' dance and shouted three times I''m ''gay''!"


    Seeing his note, Shao Xiaojun was stunned.


    "Which **** wrote this, don''t bring people like you!"


    "This is retribution, you choose quickly. Truth or big risk? I advise you to choose truth, if it''s big risk, Cambridge night at the end of April will be quite cold!" The rejuvenated Lin Shuang patted Shao Xiaojun on the shoulder in revenge. The intention is undoubtedly revealed on the pretty face.


    "Haha, Tietou, this time you are out of luck!"


    Next to him, Lin Jun patted his shoulder and laughed.


    "Choose quickly, gentlemen, hurry up!"


    Zhao Rong also agitated beside him. But the look of schadenfreude on his face made Shao Xiaojun have the urge to feel pain at this bastard.


    "Choose your choice, and I''ll see how you make a fool of yourself later!" After he finished speaking, he stood up and glanced at the cheerful Lin Shuang who was laughing next to him, "I choose the truth, I mean~ I''m more lewd than Lin Shuang!"


    "Wow��!"


    With the amazement one after another, Lin Shuang''s smile instantly froze on his face. But pretty quickly blushed, and the whole person became furious, "Damn Shao Xiaojun, get over here for me."


    How could Shao Xiaojun, who had been prepared for a long time, pass by, when he said the words, he was ready to escape. So, soon the two of them turned around the table in the middle.


    The people watching the fun didn''t want them to continue chasing like this, so soon a few girls who were watching the fun and didn''t think it was a big deal caught Shao Xiaojun who was running away.


    When the play was over, although Shao Xiaojun''s face was still normal, his long hair that was irritating had now turned into a chicken coop, and Lin Shuang had pinched a lot of places he couldn''t see on his body. So at this moment, there is a bad look on his face, which makes people can''t help but laugh.


    "Okay, okay, stop laughing. Let''s play the third game!"


    At Huang Zhipei''s suggestion, everyone sat down again. As the coins turned, basketballs began to pass from hand to hand. Guo Shouyun could never have imagined that it would be his unfortunate turn for the third time.


    Looking at the eyes of everyone looking at him, and then looking at the basketball in his hand, he accepted his fate.


    "Guo Shouyun, it looks like it''s your turn this time!"


    Looking at the box containing the notes that Huang Zhipei handed over, Guo Shouyun nodded and took one from it.


    Sitting on his left is Deng Feng, and sitting on his right is Huang Huizi. When Guo Shouyun opened the note, Huang Huizi couldn''t help but read it.


    "Truthfully: How many non-love affairs have you had with the opposite sex? Great adventure: Choose a man at the scene, snuggle in his arms, beat him on the chest, and make at least three charming expressions."


    "Wow, there is a good show to watch!" Shao Xiaojun regained his vitality.


    Since everyone just met, the atmosphere at the dinner was relatively calm compared to the first two when it was Guo Shouyun''s turn. But the enthusiasm of the melon eaters to watch the lively has not diminished in the slightest.


    Noticing the cheerful faces, Guo Shouyun also had a headache. To choose the truth, it is purely self-inflicted discomfort. With so many people present, once it''s exposed, don''t even think about cleaning up your backyard. As for the big adventure, he is also the chairman of an enterprise group that manages dozens of companies and has more than 300,000 employees. The burden in his heart makes him unable to make such coy actions, let alone expressions.


    After stopping Deng Feng, who was going to help him, Guo Shouyun said, "I choose a big adventure. But today I helped you win the basketball game anyway, so can I apply for a different way of taking a big adventure?"


    "What do you want to change?" Huang Zhipei asked curiously.


    "Isn''t there a speech in the school tomorrow? I am willing to give a speech for at least three minutes in front of the teachers and students of the whole school!"


    Tomorrow Guo Shouyun''s speech, everyone has already received a text message from the school through their mobile phones.


    "This..., do you really want this?" Huang Zhipei asked.


    "That''s right!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    "You have to think about it clearly, this is in front of the whole school''s teachers and students!" Huang Zhipei persuaded again.


    "Brother, we''re just having fun. Why do we keep people from coming down the stage, and he just helped us win the basketball game!" Huang Huizi said beside him.


    However, her words made Liang Cheng''s vinegar jar overturned.


    "Huizi, this is what others have asked for, not by us?"


    "you��!"


    "Okay, okay!" After stopping her, Guo Shouyun continued, "Since everyone is playing Truth or Dare together, I can''t be an exception, so let''s do it!"


    "You idiot, can''t you hear it for you?"


    Looking at Huang Huizi who sat down angrily after speaking, Guo Shouyun smiled and said nothing more.


    "Old Guo, since you choose to speak tomorrow, we will gather at the entrance of the auditorium at eight o''clock tomorrow morning. Can you not come?" Shao Xiaojun said.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    After this matter was finalized, everyone continued to play. A variety of questions and punishments filled the evening with joy. It was not until nearly 22:00 that everyone left and went back to the dormitory to rest.


    The next day, Guo Shouyun got up early, had breakfast, and after a simple exercise, began to prepare for today''s speech.


    "I really want to see it earlier. Yesterday, when Huang Zhipei and the others saw that the person who spoke today is your boss, what was the expression on their faces." Deng Feng smiled.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and then sighed: "It''s a pity that after today, if I meet them again, I won''t have the same relaxed and pleasant experience as last night."


    Once his identity is revealed, his wealth and status will open a huge gap between ordinary students like Huang Zhipei. Even if he deliberately gets close, the other party will become cautious. The heights are too cold, since ancient times!


    "Boss, your clothes!"


    Looking at the suit in Wang Jue''s hand, Guo Shouyun shook his head, "No need, I''ll wear this casual outfit today."


    Yesterday, he promised to meet Huang Zhipei and the others at the entrance of the auditorium, but Guo Shouyun did not intend to miss the appointment.


    "By the way, has anyone from Harvard arrived?"


    "Here, Mr. Paul West, the Vice-Chancellor, is waiting for you in the living room! Besides, Mr. Lawrence Summers called and said he would be there in ten minutes."


    Then, "You stay here and wait for them, then go to the venue with them."


    "Then you...?"


    "When the speech starts, I will naturally show up."


    Hearing the firmness in his tone, Wang Jue nodded.


    "Hua Lei, you take the others to the venue with Wang Jue and Xiaojing. Deng Feng, this time it''s you and me."


    "Yes!"


    The two responded in unison.


    After everything was arranged, Guo Shouyun left the residence with Deng Feng. When passing the living room, I simply explained a few words to Paul West, who was waiting here, and came to the auditorium of Harvard University.


    Although Guo Shouyun has only been in business for only four years, with the rapid development of many of his companies, he has become a well-known business elite and technological genius in the United States. It has a high reputation among young people, especially college students, and is almost idol level. However, because he rarely gives interviews to the media and discloses less information to the outside world, there are not many people who know him, and this exacerbates everyone''s curiosity about him. Therefore, his speech attracted more than half of Harvard students. Especially for the students in computer, financial field and business management, almost 90% or more have arrived.


    Therefore, when Guo Shouyun brought Deng Feng here, his eyes were full of people, and Huang Zhipei and the others were hardly seen.


    "Boss, are we still looking for it?"


    "They didn''t call you?"


    When everyone parted last night, in order to facilitate contact the next day, Huang Zhipei and the others took the initiative to exchange phone calls with Guo Shouyun.


    "I called. But didn''t you explain that you must answer their calls? Plus, when you called in the morning, you were taking a shower, so I didn''t bother you!"


    He nodded knowingly, reached out and asked Deng Feng for his cell phone, found the missed call and dialed it back.


    "Hey, is that Lao Guo?"


    The phone just got through when Huang Zhipei''s voice changed.


    "I''m Guo Shouyun, where are you? Why didn''t I see you?"


    "There are too many people. We have come in early to occupy a seat? Where are you?"


    "...He really came? I thought he regretted it, why didn''t he come?..."


    The voices of Liang Cheng and the others could be heard faintly on the phone. Guo Shouyun didn''t care, "I''m at the door now."


    "The door? The door?"


    Because there were too many people, the four doors on the front, back, left and right of the auditorium were opened.


    "This one in the southeast corner!"


    Guo Shouyun quickly replied after distinguishing it.


    "Wait a minute, I''ll pick you up. Or you won''t find us."


    "Okay, I''ll wait for you!"


    After hanging up the phone, he returned the phone to Deng Feng. After a short time, he saw Huang Zhipei, a tall man in a black coat, walking out.


    "Old Guo, Deng Feng!"


    After the three simply greeted, "We came early and took a seat for you. Let''s go, I''ll take you in."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he took Deng Feng, followed behind Huang Zhipei, passed through the crowd, and came to the back of the auditorium, with a row of seats on the left.


    Shao Xiaojun, Lin Jun, Zhao Rong, Lin Shuang The people who played Truth or Dare yesterday are almost all present today.


    "Old Guo, you are such a pure man!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun, Shao Xiaojun was the first to stand up and joke.


    "Yeah, we all thought you weren''t coming!" Zhao Rong echoed.


    "I won''t go back on what I promised. ... By the way, leave the outermost seat for me, and it will be more convenient when I play."


    "You really plan to go?" Lin Shuang asked in surprise.


    "certainly!"


    "Guo Shouyun, I think you should not go. There are so many teachers and school leaders here today, and there are many elites from outside the school, in case...!"


    Before Huang Huizi could finish speaking, he was interrupted by Liang Cheng.


    "Huizi, don''t worry about it. I think since Lao Guo agreed, he must have his reasons. Besides, go up and talk for a few minutes before the opening. As long as you don''t disturb the venue, I believe the school will not pursue it! ... Lao Lin , come here quickly and give your place to Lao Guo."


    Although Guo Shouyun revealed the fact that he had a girlfriend last time, Huang Huizi''s concern for him still aroused Liang Cheng''s jealousy, so he was very happy to see Guo Shouyun making a fool of himself.


    Seeing that neither side objected, Lin Jun shrugged, stood up and gave Guo Shouyun the outermost position.


    "Go and sit in there!"


    Deng Feng frowned. Although Guo Shouyun was unlikely to be in danger on such an occasion, he was reluctant to leave his boss''s side due to his role as a bodyguard. Moreover, apart from him, there is no one around Guo Shouyun.


    "No, I''ll just stand outside."


    Seeing his persistence, Guo Shouyun didn''t say anything more.


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    "Look, it''s Teradyne President Kyle Durant!"


    As soon as Guo Shouyun sat down, he heard someone shouting beside him.


    Looking forward subconsciously, a fat middle-aged man in a brown suit came into view. He does not know this person, but he is not unfamiliar with Teradyne, the world''s top semiconductor and experimental electronic equipment manufacturer. Many of Apple''s R&D devices are Teradyne products.


    "Kyle Durant is nothing, just before I came, I saw Boston Mayor Dunlon Lowell at the school gate."


    "I also saw Nate Robin, the president of Gillette."


    "I heard the governor, Mr. Rodson, will be there too!"


    "It is possible! Bruce Guo is the most mysterious and most talented ''hot chicken'' and super rich in the US financial and business circles. His speech will definitely attract a large number of successful people in the business and political circles."


    Hearing the discussions around, Guo Shouyun didn''t feel anything. In the past four years, he has become accustomed to various evaluations of himself by the outside world. But Huang Huizi, who insisted on sitting beside him, as well as Huang Zhipei and Zhao Rong, were different.


    "You''d better not go up later."


    "why?"


    Turning his head and looking at Huang Huizi who looked worried, Guo Shouyun asked with a smile.


    "Can''t you see it? How important is today''s speech! I have been studying at Harvard for almost two years, and I have heard dozens of speeches by famous people, but I have never been able to attract so many outside celebrities and elites. ...You look at the first 10 rows, it''s almost full."


    Guo Shouyun glanced at the nearly 200 people in suits and leather shoes sitting at the front, which were obviously different from ordinary students, including special guests including faculty and staff.


    "See! If you spoil such an important speech, the school will definitely expel you from your student status!"


    "Old Guo, don''t be reckless. We played Truth or Dare last night just for fun. Don''t put your student status on for something like this. It''s not worth it!" Huang Zhipei, who was beside Huang Huizi, also advised. .


    "That''s right, Lao Guo. Forget it today. The big deal is that you''re making up for the punishment of Truth or Dare when we play together next time." Shao Xiaojun also advised.


    "How can you go back on what you promised...!"


    "Shut up. ... How difficult is it to get an opportunity to study abroad at Harvard? If he is expelled from school, Lao Guo will be ruined for the rest of his life. It''s more important for us to be happy for a while, or the happiness of others'' life!" Huang Zhipei interrupted Liang angrily. If done.


    The latter pouted and said nothing. Although he has a bit of a gutsy temperament and wants to see his rival lose face in front of his beloved, he is not really ''human nature is evil''. And ruining a person''s future is a life-and-death feud!


    Facing everyone''s persuasion, Guo Shouyun just smiled and nodded, and didn''t say anything more. He couldn''t tell them that he was right or wrong.


    "Look, it''s about to start!"


    Amid the chatter of the surrounding people, everyone hurriedly raised their heads and looked forward. Sure enough, after being seated in the presence of Harvard President Lawrence Summers and several important guests, Vice President Hans Bloomberg, who was in charge of external reception, came to the rostrum.


    "Everyone, please be quiet!"


    The audio equipment in the auditorium of Harvard University is of good quality, and the sound is clearly and stably transmitted to everyone''s ears, including those students who have no seats and can only listen outside the auditorium.


    "...Today we are very honored to invite Mr. Bruce Guo, a well-known American entrepreneur, Silicon Valley elite, and a genius in the field of financial investment to give us a speech. I believe that Mr. Guo''s life is the same as me, or more familiar than me. Matrix, Ruby, Kuo, Apple, Google, Phoenix, Enron Pacific, these giant companies in retail, technology, finance, Internet, energy, etc. are all closely related to Mr. Guo."


    "...The most amazing thing is that Mr. Guo, who was only 23 years old, started LinkedIn in his dormitory at Stanford University in late 1999. In less than four years, he has achieved an achievement that no one else can match in his entire life. What kind of business logic and life wisdom are hidden behind this remarkable and dazzling achievement? Today, Mr. Bruce Guo will share with us!"


    "...Finally, let''s welcome America''s super business genius Mr. Bruce Guo with our warmest applause!"


    In an instant, thunderous applause echoed over the auditorium.


    Guo Shouyun simply straightened his clothes and stood up. His actions instantly attracted Huang Huizi, who had never forgotten to pay attention to him.


    The latter was frightened by his bold actions, "Guo Shouyun, what are you doing, sit down!"


    Noticing that Huang Zhipei, who was here, also anxiously said: "Old Guo, don''t be ridiculous, come back soon."


    Guo Shouyun turned his head and smiled at them, nodded slightly, and walked towards the rostrum along the steps next to him.


    Huang Huizi was about to chase him back, but was stopped by Deng Feng.


    "Get out of the way, I''m going to chase him back!"


    "Don''t bother, Miss Huang. What you want to hear today is the boss''s speech!"


    When the words fell, Huang Huizi, who was already stunned, turned around and chased after Guo Shouyun. He did not forget his duty.


    Looking at the smiling man who walked onto the rostrum calmly and confidently, Huang Huizi stunned, "He''s Bruce Guo? But isn''t his name Guo Shouyun?"


    In fact, it wasn''t just her, Huang Zhipei and the others, who had been with Guo Shouyun all night, were stunned when they saw the "familiar strangers" on the rostrum. In any case, they couldn''t connect the easy-going and young Guo Shouyun, who was fluent in Mandarin and authentic Chinese thinking last night, with Bruce Guo, a mature and prudent Chinese-American entrepreneur and super rich man standing on stage now. Together.


    After a few simple words of courtesy, he took the microphone from Hans Bloomberg. Guo Shouyun deliberately glanced at where Huang Zhipei and the others were. But because there were too many people, and their positions were relatively back in the middle, he could only see the figures clearly, but couldn''t see the expressions on their faces.


    "I think they must be very complicated now!"


    After a few superfluous thoughts passed through my mind, I cleared my mind. After a quick nod to Lawrence Summers sitting under the stage, Guo Shouyun started today''s speech.


    "I am very honored to receive the invitation of President Summers to let me, a person who has just graduated from college a few years ago, give a speech to everyone. I just heard President Bloomberg mention business wisdom and life experience. I think the Harvard case The content must be more detailed and in-depth than what I have said. I will not spend more time here and waste everyone''s precious time."


    "Of course, I know that the reason why everyone came to listen to my speech today is to gain some experience from me, which can help you to achieve success in your career after entering the society in the future. Then I will talk about what I think. , a successful model suitable for ordinary people.��


    "First of all, I want to emphasize that the 21st century is an era of information, especially the popularity of the Internet and mobile phones, which makes the transmission of information count in seconds. This means that all industries based on information are changing rapidly. In this rapidly changing era, choice is more important than hard work, and pattern is more important than choice!"


    "Why do you say that? Let me give you a few simple examples. Google, everyone is familiar with it. Before I joined Google, it was co-founded by Sergey Brin and Larry Page. They were Stanford University PhD in computer science. If most people choose, they will join Microsoft, IBM, HP and other technology companies to become a computer engineer after graduation, they will get an annual salary of more than $60,000, and they will step into the middle class.��


    ��If they work hard, the salary will continue to increase, their staff will continue to rise, become senior engineers, and ideally get some shares in the company. For most people, this is already a satisfaction for them. cause!"


    "But Sergey Brin and Larry Page did not choose such a safe path. They chose a more risky entrepreneurship and chose the Internet among the many possibilities of entrepreneurship! From the establishment of Google in 1998, to the present In the past six years, we have built a super enterprise with an estimated market value of more than 20 billion US dollars from nothing!"


    "Wow...!"


    The huge number, unsurprisingly, caused continuous exclamations among the students below. Even those successful people who knew Google and knew about Guo Shouyun''s life also looked at him with surprise and envy.


    "Maybe some people will question whether Google is really so valuable after hearing this number? What I want to tell you is that we are now discussing with Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch about the preparations for Google''s listing, and I believe everyone will be able to do so soon. Know if I''m talking nonsense."


    "Also, regardless of whether Google''s market cap can reach or even exceed the $20 billion I said, I think a lot of people in this room understand its value. Once it goes public, Sergey Brin and Larry Page will become Undoubtedly billionaires, and they are all only about 30 years old. And those classmates who graduated from Stanford with a Ph.D. in computer science and entered technology companies as engineers are now only the annual salary I just said is more than 60,000. Dollar engineer."


    "A middle class who chooses the engineer job that most people will do, and a billionaire who chooses Internet startups. So choice is more important than hard work. ... A cleaner, no matter how hard he works, he is just a cleaner; a truck driver No matter how hard he tries, he''s still a truck driver."


    "But if a cleaner chooses to use his experience in the industry to combine the Internet to set up a website dedicated to providing cleaning services for users, connecting users and other cleaners, then he has created an Internet c2c business; if a truck driver uses Combining his experience with the Internet, he created a website that provides services to business owners and farmers who need truck freight services. Then he also created an Internet business, but his model is B2C, which is business-to-person! By analogy, housekeeping, express delivery, catering, retail, etc., all walks of life can be Internet-enabled and create new business models.��


    "The emergence of this disruptive business model will change the existing wealth pattern. Those who are old-fashioned are destined to be eliminated, and the opportunity belongs to those entrepreneurs who can make the right choice and persevere. In the next two decades, the Internet will profoundly This is not the United States, but the whole world, including the United States. Whether you can seize this opportunity and adapt your own destiny depends on your own ability and luck.��


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun glanced at the many students who were full of emotion and looked forward to the future in their expressions, as well as the successful people in front of the rostrum who were thinking, disdain, approval and many other different and complex eyes.


    "Of course, although the Internet in the future is the industry that makes the most wealth and can change the destiny the most. But it still adheres to an unbreakable truth throughout the ages, that is, ''success always belongs to the few''. So I will say The pattern is more important than the choice. Choosing the Internet industry does not necessarily make you rich, maybe you are still an ordinary engineer.��


    "Some people will even say, I like being an engineer and enjoying a simple middle-class life. OK, no problem. But what I want to say is, don''t let your career hold you back.  �� I watched There was a news that a toll booth in New Jersey was withdrawn, and the unemployed toll collectors lost their jobs despite their efforts. When the reporter interviewed one of the women, she cried very sadly and said: ''She Thirty-six years old, with three children at home, she can''t do anything but charge''."


    "I think if this woman''s husband is also a low-income person, then their family will struggle. It''s a sad story, no doubt. But let''s put humanity aside and analyze the problem rationally. If This lady, besides her work as a toll collector, if she is also proficient in a musical instrument, then even if she loses her job as a toll collector, she can still be a tutor or a musical instrument teacher, and the income is very good. Or if she usually likes to write, you can Try submitting articles to newspapers and magazines to make a living. There are many careers and many choices.��


    "So, if she has two or three skills, I think she probably won''t be afraid of losing her job! So, for the vast majority of people, the pattern is more important than the choice. Don''t let one type of job bind you. Your future, otherwise in this changeable society, your originally enviable job may become a cause of poverty the next day. So, the pattern is more important than choice and hard work.��


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    Chapter 496 Questions


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    "The vast majority of the people who listened to my talk today are Harvard students. There is no doubt that when you entered this world-class school, you were already a big step ahead of your peers who didn''t get into a good school or even dropped out. But one step ahead does not mean one step ahead. Harvard''s degree certificate can only give you a three-year opportunity period. If you don''t get a good treatment and career in these three years, then you will be no better than ordinary people. So many differences."


    "...So at the end of today''s speech, I want to say to you: From now on, hold on to the industry you are interested in and work hard for it. Time is the most precious thing in this world, it is far more than you Faster than imagined!...Thanks!"


    "Whoa...!"


    The thunderous applause sounded again. It lasted for a long time, and as Vice-Principal Hans Bloomberg came up, the applause slowly stopped.


    "I think everyone has listened to Mr. Guo''s wonderful speech, and they have accumulated a lot of questions in their hearts, and they want to get answers in a hurry! So, the next time is the question time that you are looking forward to."


    Before he could finish his words, all the arms of the audience were raised like a forest.


    "Wow, Mr. Guo, it seems that everyone wants to ask questions. Then I''ll leave it to you to choose?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, his eyes quickly swept across the crowd, and he pointed, "That male student in blue."


    Seeing that he was picked up, the latter jumped up excitedly. After impatiently taking the microphone from the staff next to him, "Mr. Guo, I would like to know what you think of dropping out of school?"


    "Drop out?" Guo Shouyun was stunned.


    "Yes! Steve Jobs and Stephen Wozniak dropped out to create Apple, Bill Gates dropped out to create Microsoft, you dropped out to create LinkedIn, Larry Ellison dropped out to create Oracle. So Some tech forums are saying that if you want to be successful in tech, you can��t be constrained by the dogma of the university��s active mind. So dropping out of college early to start a business is the best choice.��


    "Sorry, I rarely surf the Internet recently, so I don''t know the conclusion you said. However, I don''t agree with dropping out of school to start a business. The reason is very simple, the university dormitory is the best office, if you drop out of school to start a business, then if you don''t have a If you have a garage, then the cheapest office in Silicon Valley costs more than $300 per month. Also, in college, your roommates or classmates are your employees, and they often only need a few burgers to work for you for free, while If you get out of there, you have to pay hundreds, maybe even thousands of dollars a month to hire regular employees who aren��t necessarily better than your roommates.��


    ����Starting a business is a riskier thing than investing in futures and the stock market, and it has a very low probability of one-time success. Therefore, you need to raise your fault tolerance threshold as much as possible. For ordinary people, college is the most suitable start-up Venue. My LinkedIn, Larry Page and Sergey Brin��s Google, were born in college dorms.��


    "So is it possible to drop out of school to start a business? Yes. When you feel that your business has exceeded the scope of the university dormitory, it needs a larger venue, more employees, and more funds to further expand its scale. ; or when your time is no longer able to balance study and entrepreneurship, you can choose to drop out of school. But I would like to advise you, and all the students present today, to drop out of school with extreme caution, it is not a reasonable choice, nor should it be The choice of most people."


    "Finally, I want to explain my own situation. I didn''t drop out of school. I got a master''s degree in computer science from Stanford, a bachelor''s degree in history and mathematics. I took enough credits, completed my graduation defense, and graduated early, not dropped out of school. . . . Of course, Stephen and Steve definitely are."


    After joking, Guo Shouyun put down the microphone. After the other party thanked him for sitting down, the second questioner quickly stood up.


    "Mr. Guo, since you think that the biggest entrepreneurial opportunity in the future lies in the Internet, what kind of Internet company do you think is most likely to be successful?"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at this young student with eyes and obvious oriental characteristics. After organizing the language, "Internet subdivisions other than Internet search."


    "Can you speak more clearly?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "The Internet can be applied to all walks of life. Taking e-commerce as an example, its sub-industries include C2C, B2B, B2C, O2O and cross-border e-commerce. Industrial e-commerce is divided into B2B and cross-border e-commerce. Business scenarios include precision marketing, data transactions, information security, data research and development services, data mining services, Internet public opinion, etc. The service industry can be divided into hotel reservations, travel strategies, housekeeping reservations, movie ticket reservations, and other fields. The education field can be divided into online education and educational software. The social field can be divided into social software, marriage and dating websites, Internet telephony, etc. The rest also include Internet applications in various industries such as video, finance, automobiles, and real estate.��


    "In fact, as long as you explore with your heart, you can find a suitable investment direction. The Internet is now an unexplored blue ocean, and there are opportunities for everyone with ambition. It depends on whether you can seize it."


    "Thank you so much for your answer! But I want to ask, why is internet search not an investment?"


    "Because the Internet industry is an industry with an obvious ''28 effect''. The first company occupies 80% of the market share. Today, Google is the world''s number one search company, unless there is disruptive innovation or administrative orders, Otherwise no company can beat it in search!"


    After a pause, "Of course, if you think I''m the chairman of Google who said that, then you or you can pretend that I didn''t say it!"


    "The third one, the classmate in red with curly hair!"


    Soon, a white girl in a red coat stood up excitedly. As soon as he took the microphone from the staff, he said, "Do you have a girlfriend?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled in surprise and nodded, "Yes!"


    "It''s really bad news." After pouting her lips in disappointment, the girl said sternly, "What do you think of the Iraq War that is happening now?"


    "I guess that''s something the president and the White House should consider, I''m just a business guy!"


    The girl asked persistently, "But you are a business person with great social influence. You should do your part to prevent the war from happening!"


    Obviously, she is a staunch anti-war!


    "War is indeed not a good choice. But I think President Bush and Congress must have chosen war for the benefit of the United States!"


    He is an alliance of interests with the Bush family, and of course he will not sing against Bush Jr. in public.


    "But the war has caused countless casualties and it is a shameful act to harm other countries purely for their own interests!"


    "We should respect every different opinion. Also, you should respect the right of others to ask questions."


    Under the action of the staff arranged by the school, the girl reluctantly handed over the microphone.


    In the next hour or so, Guo Shouyun experienced the ''destruction'' of various problems. Some are normal, some are weird. Fortunately, he now has a wealth of experience and a calm temperament, and he has dealt with it one by one. Until this two and a half hour speech is completely over.


    Of course, at night, it was inevitable to have a party with the high-ranking people who were present today, and after some hypocritical exchanges, it was not until nearly ten o''clock in the evening that he returned to his residence full of exhaustion.


    The next morning, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing brought the prepared breakfast.


    "Boss, the plane is ready for you, you can take off back to San Francisco at any time!"


    Thinking of the invitation he received last night, Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Wait two more days, I still have something to do."


    Deng Feng nodded.


    "By the way, you go and give this business card to Huang Zhipei, they can call me when they encounter difficulties in the future!"


    In the auditorium yesterday, Guo Shouyun was moved by the fact that they tried their best to prevent themselves from playing for their own sake. Although they are destined to become friends because of the difference in their identity. But he is willing to offer some help to these people in difficult times. It can be regarded as a commemoration of this not strange, but also very interesting encounter. After all, it was his first time playing Truth or Dare.


    He took a look at the business card in Guo Shouyun''s hand, nodded, turned and walked out.


    "Hua Lei, you will accompany me out later!"


    "Yes!"


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 Chapter 497： Kennedy family

    Chapter 497 The Kennedy Family


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    There are ten major consortiums in the United States, and the Boston Consortium is one of them. Although with the development of the times, the influence of the Lowell, Lawrence, Adams, Rocky and other families who once built the Boston consortium has been greatly reduced, but so far they are still a force that cannot be ignored in the American political and business circles. The Kennedy family, the representative of the Boston Group, is even more so.


    "Mr. Guo, please come with me!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and walked into this classical but luxurious manor under the guidance of the waiter. Going up the stairs, going through the corridor in the middle of the main building of the manor, and then to the back garden, Guo Shouyun saw Edward Kennedy, the only surviving member of the nine Kennedy brothers and sisters, in the vineyard not far away.


    At this moment, this gray-haired old man in home clothes, who is concentrating on cutting grape branches with scissors, does not have the demeanor of the leader of the Democratic Party and the greatest congressman in the United States. But serving in the U.S. Senate for nearly half a century, the politicians who have witnessed ten presidencies, including his brother, are the souls of American politics. He single-handedly directed Ao Guanhai, the first black president in American history to come to power. Called by the latter and the outside world as a ''mentor''!


    At yesterday''s banquet, he received an invitation letter from the current Massachusetts Governor Glan Anderson, and only then did he make a temporary change of schedule today.


    "Please!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and followed the other party to stand two meters away from the other party.


    "Sir! Mr. Guo is here!"


    Edward Kennedy turned around and quickly looked at the young man opposite, "Bruce, can I call you that?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "You''re a lot earlier than I expected."


    "It''s my honor to receive Mr. Kennedy''s invitation. So I came early!" Guo Shouyun said politely.


    Edward Kennedy nodded slightly.


    "My grapes will be pruned soon, can you wait for me for a while?"


    "no problem."


    "That''s good. When I finish my work, let''s go inside and talk."


    When the words fell, Edward Kennedy turned around and resumed his work. There is no doubt that this is a snub to the guests.


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, and suddenly he took off his suit and handed it to Hua Lei behind him. Then he rolled up his sleeves, picked up another pair of gloves and scissors from the shelf next to him, and walked to an unpruned vine to stand.


    "I love this Pinot Noir grape too, so I''m good at pruning, so let me help Mr. Kennedy!"


    The words fell, and the other party could not refuse. The scissors ''clicked'' a few times, and a few extra grape branches had fallen to the ground.


    Edward Kennedy frowned tightly, and was about to speak to stop the other party''s reckless actions, but stopped after seeing that his trimming was indeed well-organized. Then he looked at the young man who was standing next to him, his brows slowly unfolded, and after a simple smile, he went to work on his own.


    With the actions of the two, the remaining grapes were also pruned.


    "This grape is just like a human being. When it first grows, the roots are thick and the branches are luxuriant. It has almost infinite vitality and infinite possibilities. It is easy to lose the correct direction, and grow everywhere, but not much fruit! Therefore, there must be an experienced old gardener beside the newly grown vine, otherwise it will never be fruitful.��


    Guo Shouyun was not a fool, he could naturally hear that the other party was alluding to him. However, he did not speak immediately, but after a brief thought for a moment, he smiled lightly.


    "Mr. Kennedy''s words are indeed true. A good grape does need the gardener''s pruning and maintenance to have a higher yield. But such a grape will never exceed the height of the pole, and its abundant fruit will also be ripening. Afterwards, it was picked by the gardener. At the same time, it is only one of the many vines. On the contrary, the wild grapes that grow in the mountains and fields, although no one takes care of them, can grow arbitrarily and change in a wider space and time. It''s unique. It doesn''t have much fruit, but it makes more intoxicating wine than this pruned grape!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, who was calm and confident, whose temperament and demeanor were far superior to those of young people of the same age, Edward Kennedy smiled, "If a wild grape that has lost the care of a gardener wants to truly grow, the challenge it faces is dozens of ordinary grapes. Hundreds of times. Even if it encounters a huge flash flood or storm, it may die in an instant! Do you think it is better to live in an ordinary life? Or is it more appropriate to experience a short and beautiful life and then die?"


    "Mountain torrents and storms are scary, but as long as the root system is still there, even if there are no branches and leaves In the coming year, wild grapes will grow again." After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "In addition, wild grapes will grow again. Grapes also trade their fruit for lions, tigers, and even gardeners to help him withstand storms and flash floods."


    Edward Kennedy gave him a deep look, and then smiled: "Your opinion is really different."


    "Different opinions are more conducive to the communication between the two parties. Otherwise, if all the content is homogenized, the world will be too boring!"


    Edward Kennedy nodded, put the scissors on the shelf aside, took off his gloves and work clothes, beckoned to Guo Shouyun, and walked towards the main building of the manor in front.


    Guo Shouyun put his things away and followed closely behind.


    The two washed their hands, and after Edward Kennedy changed his clothes, the two sat down in the living room.


    "I also watched your speech at Harvard University, it was wonderful!"


    "thanks!"


    "But what I''m curious about is that you do everything possible to lure more people into the Internet and technology industries, so you''re not afraid that they will compete with you in the future?"


    "Of course I''m afraid. But rather than competition, what I would rather see is the rapid development of the entire Internet industry. Obviously, this cannot be facilitated by a few, or even dozens of Internet companies, but by hundreds or thousands of Internet and technology companies. Work together to achieve. ��Only in a larger market, the value of Google and Ruby will be higher. In addition, I believe that in the competition in the Internet industry, Google and Ruby will not lose to any person or company.��


    Edward Kennedy nodded slightly and smiled, "I appreciate your confidence!"


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 Chapter 498： press conference

    Chapter 498 Press Conference


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    "Would you agree to say that the Kennedy Family Trust was also going to invest in Google?"


    Facing Edward Kennedy''s deep eyes, Guo Shouyun said indifferently: "It stands to reason that if a powerful investor like the Kennedy family supports Google, I would naturally agree. But people always have to talk about credibility, and Mr. Kennedy joined too late. !"


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, "However, in addition to Google, LinkedIn and Unocal will also be listed for 6 consecutive years. If the Kennedy family is interested, I can decide to set aside some of the original shares to the Kennedy Family Trust Fund."


    After Edward Kennedy nodded slightly, "In exchange, what do you want from me?"


    Guo Shouyun''s unabashed words made Guo Shouyun a little surprised, but his mind quickly turned.


    "I have a friend named Barack Hussein O''Guanhai, African American, Democrat. Now a Senator from Illinois, now chairman of the state''s health and human services committee. I hope Kennedy Sir, you can work it out and get into the Bundesrat through next year''s congressional elections."


    The Kennedy family is a political family, and they can''t give Guo Shouyun much financial support after they have won Unocal. Therefore, helping Aoguanhai to pave the way has become the most suitable choice for him now.


    "Barak Hussein O''Guanhai!? I seem to have heard this name somewhere!" After a moment of recollection, he looked at Guo Shouyun, "You really decided?"


    "He''s a very politically gifted man, and I think as a friend, I should give him a little help!"


    "If this person is really as you said, a good political talent, then I will help you!" Edward Kennedy nodded and said.


    "I don''t think he will let you down!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled.


    Guiding Ou Guanhai to meet Edward Kennedy in advance not only allowed the former to learn more political common sense from the latter. It is more conducive to enhancing Ou Guanhai''s status in the Democratic Party. As for whether his own intervention will lead to the loss of the presidency of Ou Guanhai? Guo Shouyun still doesn''t think he can change this historical trend.


    Edward Kennedy nodded, and after a moment of pondering, "Bruce, what do you think of the Democratic Party?"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, "I don''t quite understand what Your Excellency means?"


    "Everyone has his own political aspirations and different views on specific issues. From politics, military, diplomacy, to simple food, housing and travel. People with the same views gather together to form a party. Democrats Emphasis on liberal socialism, pluralism and protection of trade represents the broad interests of the broad middle class and the tertiary industry. Compared with the Republican Party, which represents the interests of the social conservative class, the Democratic Party has more flexibility, emphasizes social reform, and supports new industry, especially the exhibition of the Internet industry.��


    Looking at Edward Kennedy''s eyes, Guo Shouyun naturally understood what he meant. It''s nothing more than getting yourself to support the Democratic Party, so as to provide it with more political donations in next year''s general election.


    However, Guo Shouyun is very aware of the results of next year''s general election, so he will not do anything in vain. But Edward Kennedy could not refuse at will. After all, after waiting until o8, he is still counting on him to push Ao Guanhai to **** his big plan.


    "Mr. Kennedy, from my point of view, I support the Democratic Party. And I have always believed that a ''big government'' that supports reform has more benefits for the future of the country. However, this is not a small thing after all, I It also needs to be considered. And it''s still too early for next year''s general election, isn''t it?!" Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment and then said.


    "Of course!" After Edward Kennedy nodded, "Bruce, your father-in-law, Mr. Butler, has always been a loyal supporter of the Democratic Party. I think you should listen to him more!"


    "I think I will!"


    Then the two briefly communicated on other issues, and after having lunch together, Guo Shouyun left the Kennedy family''s manor.


    On the way back, Guo Shouyun became a little silent. He realized that as his wealth accumulated and his influence continued to grow, more and more interest groups began to appear around him. Each of them has its own demands, and each of them wants to benefit from itself. How to choose? How to seek advantages and avoid disadvantages and choose the best solution? Will test their wisdom and ability more and more.


    "boss!"


    As soon as Guo Shouyun arrived at Harvard''s residence, Wang Jue greeted him.


    "What''s up?"


    "You asked me to prepare the video of Anping Group''s acquisition of Unocal''s press conference this morning!"


    Guo Shouyun patted his forehead, "I forgot about this!"


    "Then are you still watching?"


    "Of course! ... Open it!"


    Wang Jue nodded, and after a quick operation on the computer, he stepped aside.


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly when he looked at Rebecca Mark, who was wearing a black lady''s professional attire and had short ears on the screen. Compared to when he was by his side, the strong woman on the other side now has a stronger temperament. Even in the face of hundreds of media and reporters below, she could not see any tension or hesitation in her at all. Instead, she was calm and confident, looking forward to the majesty of the superior.


    One person firmly controls the entire venue!


    "Rebecca is indeed a ''handsome talent'' who is suitable to be on her own!" Guo Shouyun nodded secretly in his heart.


    "Hello everyone, I''m Rebecca Mark, President of Enron Pacific, and today is the press conference for Enron Pacific''s acquisition of Unocal Oil..."


    "Ms. Mark, what is the specific amount of Anping''s acquisition of Unocal?"


    "We will announce it on the company''s website later, you can watch it."


    "Ms. Mark, it is reported that after Anping''s acquisition of Unocal, Anping will inject the oil exploration, smelting and processing businesses originally owned by Anping into Unocal, and re-list on the New York Stock Exchange as Unocal. Is that true?"


    "Yes!"


    "What was the original intention of doing this?"


    "The company has always believed that in a rapidly changing society, focusing on one or several businesses makes it easier for us to make correct decisions and have higher efficiency. Therefore, we decided to divide Enron Pacific''s business business. The new Pacific Group will focus on the power business, as well as the distribution and retail of natural gas. Unocal focuses on the extraction, smelting, transportation and distribution of oil and natural gas.��


    "Is this decision directly related to Mr. Bruce Guo, the chairman of your company?"


    "This is the decision of the board of directors, and of course it has something to do with our chairman!"


    "Then may I ask, who is the CEO of Unocal and Pacific Energy Group?"


    "I am in charge of Unocal, while Pacific Energy remains in the hands of Mr. Jonathan Weir."


    "Excuse me, when will Unocal go public again?"


    "Our main task this year is to integrate the oil business of Unocal and the former Anping Company The specific listing time will be set next year!"


    "This year, Anping has been taking a big expansion strategy in both power and oil assets. Will Unocal continue to acquire more oil assets?"


    "We have given up horizontal expansion and will naturally invest more energy vertically. But as I said before, our main task today is to integrate the oil businesses of Unocal and Anping, so will we continue to acquire more oil assets? It also depends on the specific situation of the company.��


    "Why didn''t Mr. Guo attend today''s press conference?"


    "He thinks that I am Unocal''s CEO and should be in charge of the company''s specific affairs. It''s that simple!"


    "Ms. Mark, what do you think of Mr. Guo''s speech at Harvard University?"


    "Very wonderful! In addition, I want to emphasize that in macro aspects such as corporate development strategies and judgments on the general trend of world economic development, Mr. Guo''s conclusions are rarely wrong. So I want to say to those who are eager to succeed: listen to a historical The judgment of the most successful entrepreneur of all time is more beneficial to your future!"


    "So between the CEO of Unocal and the CEO of Google, which one would you prefer?"


    "Unocal!"


    "why?"


    "Because this is an industry I am familiar with. I know every detail of this industry from top to bottom. But I don''t understand the Internet industry. It is stupid to give up what you are good at and choose another position that you don''t understand. the behavior of."��


    After taking a last look at Rebecca Mark, who was chatting on the screen, Guo Shouyun turned off the player. Judging from her performance, she no longer needs to worry about her own press conference.


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 Chapter 499： Oscars invitation

    Chapter 499 Oscar''s invitation


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    Guo Shouyun, who turned his head inadvertently, saw the envious look on Wang Jue''s face standing on the side.


    "Why, you also want to be a strong woman like Rebecca?"


    "Of course!" After subconsciously agreeing, Wang Jue quickly shook his head, "Boss, I didn''t...!"


    After waving her hand to interrupt her, "Don''t deny it, I don''t mean to blame you. In fact, I kind of hope you have such ambitions. ... Wang Jue, our time together is not short. Through this period of observation , you are indeed a very good management talent. But if you want to become the CEO of a company, you still lack experience. So, I hope you stay with me and study for a few more years, when you feel that you are mature enough, I''ll give you a chance on your own."


    Secretaries or assistants, because they have been with their bosses for a long time, can not only understand the boss''s intentions more deeply, but also have a closer relationship than ordinary employees. They have always been the best candidates for leaders to cultivate cronies. The same mentality, Guo Shouyun is no exception.


    "Thank you boss!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Go and inform, we are going to leave!"


    "Yes!"


    After Wang Jue went out, he picked up the phone and called George Roosevelt. It rang for a while before the latter answered.


    "Hey, where are you?"


    "Waldorf Astoria Hotel, but why did you take the initiative to call me?"


    Hearing the indescribable murmur of the woman on the other side, Guo Shouyun frowned. But he didn''t ask much.


    "My business in Boston is over. I''ll leave in the afternoon. Don''t be late if you want to be with us."


    "You''re going back to New York?"


    "No, I''m done with New York. I''ll stay in Chicago for a few days, then go back to San Francisco!"


    "Forget it, I''ll go straight back to Los Angeles. I won''t be able to get on your private jet. What a pity!"


    "That''s it, I''ll hang up first!"


    "Wait! Someone asked me to give you something!"


    "What?" Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows.


    "Invitation letter for the 75th Academy Awards Ceremony!" (The plot needs to postpone the holding time to a certain extent.)


    "Why don''t you give it to me directly, but go to your place instead?"


    "You are notoriously difficult to invite, and those old-fashioned guys from the Film Academy are good-looking guys. In order to avoid the embarrassment of your rejection, I asked me to hand it over!"


    After thinking about it, "Okay, you can send it to me."


    "You promised?"


    "The Clippers made it to the finals, and I''m going to watch the game in Los Angeles. It happens that the Oscars are in front of me, so let''s join in!"


    "Clippers? I forgot you have an NBA team."


    "Apart from women, what do you remember?"


    "Hey! There are also colorful dollar bills. ... Bruce, we are still young, if we don''t play more while we are still in our prime, why don''t we have to wait until retirement to enjoy life? I''m afraid you want to play at that time. Can''t play anymore. Make so much money, don''t let your life down!"


    Different road non-phase plan. Guo Shouyun''s concept of ''career is the main thing, and life including women is just adjustment''. It runs counter to George Roosevelt''s ''life is the main thing, career is the foundation of a good life''.


    This is also related to the growth environment of both parties. Guo Shouyun, who has experienced the hardships of life in his previous life, has an unparalleled attraction to his career success. George Roosevelt was born with a golden key. Not only did he have a top family to rely on, but he had no worries about food and clothing since he was a child. No matter how hard he struggled, it was impossible to surpass the achievements of his great-grandfather and push the Roosevelt family to a higher peak. Therefore, enjoying life has become his most suitable choice.


    "You''ve said the same thing to me more than once, and I''ll be bored if you don''t bother me. Okay, I''ll hang up first. See you next time in Los Angeles!"


    "Ok, see you in Los Angeles."


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun called Lawrence Summers again to inform the other party that he was about to leave. In the afternoon, he received an invitation letter from George Roosevelt''s bodyguard for the Oscars ceremony, and came on his own Kunpeng. Arrive in Chicago, which I haven''t been to for a long time.


    "godfather!"


    As soon as Guo Shouyun entered the door, Sasha, who was almost three years old, had already rushed over in front of her sister Maria.


    Picking up the little guy, he took the small Nemo doll he prepared in advance from Deng Feng''s hand and handed it over.


    "Godfather''s gift, see if you like it!"


    "Sasha loves Nemo!"


    With the release of "Finding Nemo", the first film of "Finding Nemo" produced by Pixar, after an astonishing box office of 867 million US dollars worldwide, Nemo the clown fish has naturally become the favorite of American children. Cartoon image.


    "Uncle Guo, where''s my present?"


    "Of course I won''t forget you!" He touched the six-year-old Maria''s head and handed over another gift box.


    "iPadmini!"


    With his point, Apple''s iPad mini was launched half a year earlier than the previous generation, and its performance and human-computer interaction are also better than the previous generation.


    "Bruce, this gift is too expensive for Maria!"


    "Michelle, I''m the boss of Apple, and I can get it at cost. Also, since I haven''t seen Maria in a long time, I always have to bring something decent. Or she won''t recognize me as an uncle. !"


    "I know I can''t tell you."


    Greeting Guo Shouyun into the living room, "Isn''t Barack back yet?"


    "He took office as a new official and has been busy recently. But this time is coming back soon!"


    Saying that, Michelle poured a glass of water and put it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "thanks!"


    "Almost forgot, wait a moment!"


    Michelle, who seemed to remember something, hurried upstairs and brought a stack of documents down.


    "This is the donation received by the Bruce Charity Foundation last month, and the details of the use of the charity fund. I wanted to fax it to you. Since you are here now, let''s take a look."


    Guo Shouyun simply flipped through it, but without reading the details, he gave it to her.


    "You don''t see?"


    "Michelle, you don''t need to look at me to know that you take care of the Bruce Charity Foundation very well."


    "Bruce, I think you should read it. Our personal feelings should not be involved in specific work. This is good for you, me, and the ''Bruce Charity Foundation''."


    Looking at her serious expression, Guo Shouyun, who has a certain understanding of her character, nodded.


    "Alright then, I''ll take this information back and look at it."


    Hearing this, Michelle''s expression softened.


    "One more thing. Michelle, I hope you can lead the Bruce Charity Foundation to donate to some more charitable schools!"


    "Charity school?"


    "Yes! Charity schools including infants, primary schools, and middle schools. In the future, investment in such charitable schools will be the focus of donations from the Bruce Charity Foundation, and the proportion of funds used should account for at least 70%."


    Michelle frowned slightly and nodded. Although the content of charity has changed, the nature is the same as before. So she did not object to Guo Shouyun''s decision. It''s just that she was a little curious about why he did it. Just when Michelle was about to ask, Barack Aoguanhai pushed the door and walked in.


    "dad��!"


    After soothing the two daughters who rushed up, "Bruce, I knew it was you when I saw the car parked outside!"


    "Long time no see, Barack!"


    After the two embraced warmly, "Aren''t you in Boston, why did you come to Chicago?"


    "I heard that you were nominated to chair the Illinois Health and Human Services Commission, so I came here to congratulate you."


    "Don''t make fun of me, my growth is nothing compared to your achievements in business!" Although he said that, the joy in the corners of Aoguanhai''s eyes still revealed his true inner feelings. .


    "Sometimes I really doubt who is Huaxia, you are more humble than me!"


    "Sit down and talk, I''ll prepare dinner." Michelle stood up and smiled.


    "I eat pasta!"


    The two sides have been in contact for many years, and Guo Shouyun is not polite.


    "You eat this every time you come, needless to say I know it!"


    "Mom, I want to eat too!" Maria shouted, raising her little hand.


    "Mom, and me."


    Martha, who was accustomed to being an older sister, also said.


    "Understood, you two little troublemakers, play here obediently, don''t run around."


    "Um!"


    "Don''t worryMichelle, we''re watching!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "I''m afraid you spoil them too much."


    After joking, she came to the restaurant and greeted the servants at home to start preparing dinner.


    In the living room, Guo Shouyun was holding Masha, and Ao Guanhai was holding Maria. While they were playing with the toys in their hands, they also began to chat.


    "How is it, is the new position going well?"


    "It''s okay, it was a little hectic at first, but it''s normal after getting used to it!" Ao Guanhai replied.


    "That''s good!" After a pause, "Next year will be a new round of congressional elections, any ideas?"


    Ao Guanhai was stunned for a moment and then quickly reflected, "You mean the senator?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Occasionally thought about it. But I''m just now chairman of the Illinois Health and Human Services Commission, and I haven''t had much success. Plus I don''t have a high position in the party. Even in the election, the chance of success is not very good. too big."


    "Barack, I know you are not so forward-looking and cautious."


    "The more people experience, the more they understand, the less daring they become. Otherwise, people always say ''young and frivolous''!" Ao Guanhai said with a bit of bitterness on his face.


    "It seems that you are indeed more mature than before!"


    After Ao Guanhai shook his head, "Why do you suddenly ask this question?"


    "This time in Boston I met Edward Kennedy!"


    "Which Edward Kennedy?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, "It''s Edward Kennedy, the current leader of the Democratic Party, the only surviving one of the three Kennedy brothers!"


    Ao Guanhai was stunned for a moment, and then a strange look appeared in his eyes.


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    Seeing the anticipation in his eyes, Guo Shouyun didn''t deliberately betray him.


    "I once asked him to help you pass next year''s general election and enter the Federal Senate, and he agreed."


    "real?"


    Ao Guanhai said excitedly. No matter what country you are in, networking is the first element of making progress in your career.


    "Of course. I''m not kidding about something so important."


    "Thank you so much, Bruce!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "You''re welcome, who made us close friends. And I''m also Martha''s godfather." He touched the head of the little guy who was holding Nemo''s doll in his arms.


    "The price you must pay to be able to help Edward Kennedy is not small, right?" Ao Guanhai nodded and said.


    "The Kennedy Family Trust intends to invest in LinkedIn and Unocal, and I promise to give them some of the original stock before they go public."


    Although Ao Guanhai is in the political world, he also understands the basic business rules. The time when an investment institution can make the most profit from a company is often before it goes public. Especially those star companies, which have obtained ten times or even dozens of times of credit, can easily bring nearly double the returns to investors. Therefore, the PE opportunities of these star companies before listing are things that all big institutions are competing for. There is no doubt that LinkedIn, as well as the new company after the merger of Anping''s oil business and Unocal, are the stars of the future stock market.


    Now Guo Shouyun did not use this exchange for his own benefit. Instead, he asked the Kennedy family to support his development in the political world, which shows the depth of his friendship with the other party.


    "Bruce, having a friend like you is the luckiest thing in my life!"


    "It is also my honor to be your friend! Also, when you become president, don''t forget my friend!"


    "President?" Ao Guanhai shook his head, "There has never been a black president in American history. So, don''t make fun of me."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said nothing more. I am afraid that now, apart from him, no one in the world believes that there will be an African-American president in the United States.


    "By the way, how many days will you stay in Chicago this time?"


    "I''m here mainly to see you this time, and to see them by the way." Guo Shouyun touched Martha''s little head and continued, "I''ll discuss next year''s general election with you, so I won''t stay for too long. ... Three days at most. ."


    After nodding clearly, Ao Guanhai pondered for a moment, "The election is too sudden, I haven''t thought about it yet, and I''m afraid I won''t be able to come up with any constructive opinions for a while!"


    "Understandable. There is still more than a year before next year''s election. Even if you start preparing now, it is enough. Also, Edward Kennedy will make a visit to you later. You know better than me how rare this opportunity is. So try to impress him, and that will get you farther in politics."


    "I see!"


    Ao Guanhai nodded solemnly.


    As a member of the Democratic Party, he certainly knew Edward Kennedy''s position in the party better than Guo Shouyun. In fact, if it wasn''t for his repeated rejection of the Democratic presidential nomination, he might have become the second US president in the Kennedy family as early as the last century.


    The latter two chatted around next year''s congressional election for a while until dinner began.


    As Guo Shouyun said, this time he only stayed in Chicago for three days, and after explaining what he should explain, he returned to San Francisco.


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    "Um...!"


    With a suppressed moan, the violently shaking bed gradually became stable. Looking at Wendy, whose naked body was glowing with rosy red, her delicate body trembled slightly, and her eyes were blurred, Guo Shouyun pressed down on her lower body again, so that the two sides could stick more closely, and also let her essence become stronger. Go deeper into each other''s body.


    He wants to build a splendid family, in addition to the huge family property, extensive contacts and deep influence. Many outstanding children are also an indispensable part.


    And the base is large, and the best one can be selected from it. Therefore, whether it is out of male instinct or the need to maintain the glory of the family, two or three children are far from enough.


    Just when Guo Shouyun was about to turn over, Wendy''s white arms wrapped around her stout waist again.


    "do not!"


    Looking at her charming eyes, Guo Shouyun said in surprise, "Do you still want it?"


    "Today is a dangerous period!"


    Looking at her provocative eyes, Guo Shouyun gritted his teeth, "TMD, I still can''t believe I can''t feed you this damned goblin."


    "Come on then!"


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    "Boss...?" Wu Xiaojing, who pushed the door into the study, looked at Guo Shouyun with a tired face and rubbed his lower back with both hands, and said in surprise, "What''s wrong with you?"


    "Sitting for a long time, just stand up and move your body!"


    In front of outsiders, he could never say that he was forced to do ''morning exercise'' in the morning by Wendy who was in a dangerous period every day, and was almost drained.


    "��What''s up?"


    "Here''s the Elon Musk stuff you asked for yesterday, along with SpaceX and Tesla."


    Guo Shouyun took a look at the information and waved Wu Xiaojing out.


    Before going to New York, he told PayPal CEO Peter Thiel to ask Elon Musk to meet for him. Now this has been confirmed. But while reading the other party''s information in the middle, Guo Shouyun accidentally discovered that the famous Tesla Motors is not Elon Musk''s industry, but a company established by two electrical engineers in Silicon Valley in March this year to develop electric vehicles. Car-based company These two engineers named Martin Ahbard and Mark Tarpenning, he had never heard of. Later Tesla will be Elon Musk, just like Apple and Steve Jobs. But this didn''t affect the other thoughts that popped up in his mind after he understood the situation.


    After carefully reading the information in his hand, Guo Shouyun sat on the sofa and pondered for a while, then stood up with a ''Teng''.


    "Hua Lei, Deng Feng?"


    "Boss, the two of them have already gone to Africa to complete the final assessment task."


    Matthew, who heard the shouting, pushed the door and walked in.


    "I''ve forgotten it all!"


    Guo Shouyun patted his forehead a little annoyed. On the first day back from Chicago, with Matthew returning from a short-term training camp on Yulin Island, Hua Lei and Deng Feng embarked on the final assessment task of going to Africa to complete a year of training and officially become an army!


    "Hope they all come back safely!"


    Although the final training is only a low-intensity mercenary mission. But the battlefield is the battlefield. Even if there are not many heavy weapons involved, it is also dancing on the tip of the **** of death. If you are not careful, you may die. But if it is not tempered by blood and fire, no amount of training will be useless. Guo Shouyun doesn''t want all the soft eggs that he has invested in training to be worthless.


    After cleaning up, he turned around and walked out of the study.


    "Come out with me."


    "Yes!"


    After answering, Matthew quickly followed.


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    Palo Alto, one of the core cities of Silicon Valley. The famous Xerox Palo Alto Research Center is located here. In the 1980s, it was here that Jobs saw the mouse and graphical user interface technology that surprised him.


    Later, when the two chatted, and occasionally talked about this, Jobs would say: Through these two technologies, he suddenly saw the future of the computer industry.


    Therefore, when Jobs visited Xerox Research Center for the second time, he did not hesitate to take Apple''s most talented engineers at the time, Bill Atkinson and Bruce Horn, to take advantage of Xerox''s contempt for these two technologies , and the latter''s negligible stake in Apple, learned the core details of these two technologies, and completed the replication within Apple.


    The mouse and graphical user interface technology directly contributed to the sales miracle of Apple''s Macintosh computer.


    Apple''s theft of Xerox''s PARC graphical user interface technology was at one point described as one of the worst ''robberies'' in industrial history. In this regard, Jobs has also repeatedly admitted without shyness: "Picasso once said that ''a good artist is just copying, but a great artist can steal other people''s inspiration''. Therefore, in stealing great inspiration, I think Picasso and I are both cheeky!"


    Therefore, if you open up the shell of Steve Jobs, the godfather of Apple, the business elite, there is a person who has the ultimate pursuit of perfectionism, has a keen business sense; Power-hungry paranoid.


    There are only two kinds of people in his eyes, geniuses and idiots. He was willing to consider genius advice, but idiots only had orders to follow.


    The reason why Guo Shouyun got along well with him in the past few years, and the relationship is getting better and better. That is, he always kept his promise, never interfered in Jobs'' management of Apple, and at the same time he was able to put forward some useful suggestions for Apple''s future from time to time.


    But even so, there was something in Jobs that Guo Shouyun couldn''t bear. Especially his lifestyle.


    As we all know, this guy is a not very religious Buddhist. But even so, prefer yoga and vegetarian food. Yoga and vegetarianism are no problem. But Jobs often felt that his body was very clean after going vegetarian, so he completely gave up bathing.


    After eating a vegetarian diet for a long time, it was common for Jobs to not take a bath for a week or half a month, but after mixing with the common body odor of white people, the spicy and sour taste is really indescribable. Not only Guo Shouyun can''t stand it, but everyone who is familiar with Jobs can''t stand it.


    However, this paranoid guy never changes his hobbies even if everyone dislikes it. Therefore, unless there is something wrong, Guo Shouyun will never take the initiative to visit this guy, especially in summer.


    Off topic here for now, back to Palo Alto again.


    Recalling the address mentioned in the information, Guo Shouyun finally came to an office building that looked a little outdated on the edge of the city.


    It is said that the office building is a bit flattering. If it weren''t for the decoration around it, it would be okay, almost similar to the car repair shop in the urban-rural junction of China.


    After briefly looking at this two-story building with a pale yellow exterior wall, Guo Shouyun walked towards the door.


    Stepping up the steps, it is a very ordinary sliding door. A white plaque to the right of the door reads ''Tesla Motor Company''.


    After seeing that he had not found the wrong place, Guo Shouyun pushed open the door and walked in.


    As soon as I entered the door, I was greeted by a door with a size of about 20 square meters, but there was no one behind the slightly crude front desk.


    After a brief survey, Guo Shouyun, who heard a voice behind him, bypassed the front desk and passed through another sliding door with a rolling shutter. A space of about 200 square meters appeared in front of him.


    It''s filled with different auto parts and testing facilities, and it looks more like a large car repair site. Not far from the side, seven or eight people were arguing about something around a red car that looked very ordinary, which was being hoisted by a bracket.


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand to let the bodyguard stay behind, and walked over lightly.


    "...After the T-zero was replaced with lithium batteries, the mileage reached 480 kilometers, but the charging time was too long. In addition, more than 7,000 battery packs are connected together, like a pack of explosives. Once a short circuit or fire occurs, the entire vehicle will be damaged. It''s catastrophic for the car!"


    "So, the next focus of our research and development is to solve the safety problem of the T-zero battery pack. To ensure that any battery will not catch fire after a short circuit, and that it will not affect the normal use of the vehicle after damage."


    "Finally, try to shorten the charging time as much as possible to improve the efficiency of T-zero!"��


    "I think if you don''t develop batteries by yourself, you should also modularize the vehicle battery to ensure that when a better battery appears on the market, you can replace it in time to extend its mileage." After a while, Guo Shouyun suddenly interjected.


    The middle-aged white man''s eyes lit up, "That''s right. This is a wonderful attention. Wait... Who are you?"


    After noticing Guo Shouyun''s raw face, he asked suspiciously.


    Guo Shouyun smiled slightly and stretched out his right hand towards the other party.


    "Hello, I am the CEO of Salomon Capital. Our company is very interested in venture capital in the field of new energy. In particular, new energy vehicles have always been the focus of our attention."


    Writing here, I have to mention that Guo Shouyun''s allocation of ownership and management rights to each of his companies.


    In order to avoid the plot of hating the rich and the high inheritance tax in the future, but also for the better inheritance of the family business. From the very beginning, he established the Guo Family Trust and the Guo Family Charitable Foundation, as well as four institutions, the Hon Wah Trust and the Hon Wah Charitable Foundation.


    Under the Guo Family Trust and the Guo Family Charitable Fund, are Solomon Capital, Sapphire Fund, Red Diamond Investment Company, Stanford Charity Foundation, Chinese Charity Relief Foundation, China-US Study Abroad Charity Foundation, Bruce Charity Foundation, Guo''s Disaster Relief Charity Foundation. These investment institutions and charitable funds with only registration documents and no physical office address constitute the second tier of the pyramid.


    Then more similar investment institutions and asset management companies make up the third tier of the pyramid.


    Through nearly 100 such institutions, through mutual shareholding and mutual authorization, the shares belonging to Guo Shouyun in Guo''s Business Group, Ruby Company, Apple Company, Unocal, Pacific Energy Group, Matrix Company, Phoenix Company, and Thunder Fund have been dispersed into Dozens, hundreds.


    Of course, in order to ensure their control over these shares. All these shareholding institutions signed the same authorization agreement at the moment of establishment, that is, to permanently hand over the equity of all companies held by them to the Guo Family Trust.


    There is also a clause in the establishment agreement of the Guo Family Trust, that is, the trust manager can only be inherited by Guo Shouyun or the direct descendants of the blood designated by Guo Shouyun.


    In this way, the management rights and ownership of almost all of his company''s shares are basically locked in his own hands. It almost perfectly solves the purpose of tax avoidance, inheritance, and hiding one''s wealth.


    The same structure is also used for the Goodwill Trust and the Goodwill Charitable Foundation.


    It is precisely such a complex shareholding structure and management method that organizations such as Forbes and Hurun that rank personal wealth have not dared to include Guo Shouyun.


    So far, apart from Guo Shouyun himself and a few cronies who manage his personal income such as Wendy, few people really know how much wealth he has. Moreover, even Wendy only knew a rough idea.


    Come back and talk about Solomon Capital. It was originally an investment institution registered by Enron in the Cayman Islands. It is one of the many shell companies under Enron. Except for a few bank accounts and a registration agreement locked in a safe, Solomon There is nothing under the capital.


    Under Enron''s banner, there are hundreds of shell companies like Salomon Capital that provide cover for Enron''s financial deception. They are registered in tax havens around the world, as well as major economically developed countries.


    In 2001, Pan Pacific Group swallowed An then under his leadership, and all the shell company resources except the entity company were allotted to the Guo Family Trust and Guo Family Charitable Fund, as well as Hanhua Trust and Below are the four institutions of the Hanhua Charity Foundation. At that moment, two wealth pyramids located in the east and the west were successfully built. All of Guo Shouyun''s wealth was completely hidden behind the scenes.


    Looking at the white palm stretched out in front of him, Martin Ahbard froze for a moment, then stretched out his right hand and shook it.


    "Hello! Are you going to invest in our company?"


    "You... are you Bruce Guo? Bruce Guo who founded LinkedIn?!"


    Just when Guo Shouyun was about to say something, a young and excited voice interrupted him.


    "what?"


    "No way?"


    The surrounding engineers were in an uproar. Although Guo Shouyun rarely appears in the media nowadays, coupled with the blindness of Westerners to Easterners, there are not many people who know him face-to-face; but his popularity is almost unknown in Silicon Valley.


    Looking at the surprised or incredulous and excited expressions on the faces of the people around him, Guo Shouyun did not hide his identity. After nodding slightly, he smiled and said, "It seems that we need to get to know each other again."


    "Are you really the Bruce Guo of Ruby, Google?"


    Martin Ahbard asked hesitantly.


    "certainly!"


    After looking at it again and confirming that the guy standing in front of him was very similar to the person he saw in the newspapers and the media, or was just the same person, he breathed a sigh of relief. But soon became excited again.


    No matter what country, when an entrepreneur sees another business leader who has become a famous business leader through entrepreneurship, he will unconsciously be excited, nervous, and at the same time, he will become respectful.


    Imagine the situation when a Taobao shop owner sees Jack Ma, and you can understand the mood of Martin Ahbard when he sees Guo Shouyun at the moment.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo! I''m Martin Ahbard, CEO and co-founder of Tesla Motors Hello, Mr. Guo! I''m the co-founder and co-founder of Tesla Motors CFO Mark Tarpenning."


    "Hello, Mr. Guo! I''m Al Coney, chief engineer of Tesla Motors."��


    After shaking hands with everyone and saying hello briefly, "Everyone, I''m very interested in your electric car. Mr. Ahbard, can you introduce me?"


    "This is my honor!" After a pause, "We just created this electric car and completed seven tests. Its code name is T-zero. Length 4501MM, width 1704MM, height 1445MM, wheelbase 2604MM, 144MM off the ground, four-door hatchback and four-seater. The power part is composed of 7123 battery packs, using Panasonic NCM batteries, with an energy density of 75WH/kg. It can ensure that T-zero can travel 480 kilometers at 60-speed! One In the case of 120-speed, the mileage is 173 kilometers. The maximum speed of the current test is 183 kilometers, but the support lasts for 32 minutes.��


    "It sounds good." Guo Shouyun nodded, "How long does it take to charge after one consumption?"


    "10.5 hours!"


    "What about acceleration performance?"


    "13.7 seconds per 100 kilometers!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned, "It''s too slow!"


    This acceleration performance is almost double that of a normal gasoline car. Who wants a tortoise-like electric car?


    "It''s really slow, but we will solve this problem through research and development."


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    Under the explanation of Martin Ahbard, Guo Shouyun spent more than half an hour to understand the complete data of this T-zero Tesla sedan in detail.


    Guo Shouyun was not a car lover in his last life, and he didn''t have a car either, so he didn''t know much about cars. Electric cars are even fewer. As for the high-end luxury electric car brand Tesla, I don''t know much about the company and its very personal CEO Elon Musk. Therefore, he did not understand how far the T-zero sedan was compared with the pure electric vehicles of later generations, and at what level?


    However, even though he doesn''t understand it, he can still find a lot of T-zero''s shortcomings compared to ordinary cars.


    "After listening to your introduction, I found that there are three main difficulties in the marketization of this electric vehicle. First, the safety and reliability of the battery pack. Second, the acceleration performance is too slow. Third, the battery life at high speeds. Still not enough miles. Right?"


    Martin Ahbard nodded in agreement.


    "How long do you expect to be able to address these issues through R&D?"


    After thinking about it, Martin Ahbard said cautiously: "If it goes well, 3 to 5 years!"


    "3~5 years!" Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, "If you want to solve it within this time period, you will need a lot of capital investment, right?"


    "Yes! We need to recruit more engineers to solve technical problems."


    "I think we need to sit down and talk about investing!"


    Tesla employees, including Martin Ahbard and Mark Tarpenning, also had expressions of joy on their faces. In Silicon Valley, it is natural for startups to grow through venture capital. With money, Tesla can continue to develop. As company veterans, they have the possibility to become rich.


    "The second floor is our office. Mr. Guo, let''s go up and talk."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and led by Martin Ahbard to the second floor. Like many startups that don''t have much money in their hands, the second floor is divided into two different areas for living and working. The decoration is also very simple. Some second-hand office furniture is placed in it, and there is nothing complicated in the corner except for things related to cars. In this office, which is less than 50 square meters, the most attractive thing for Guo Shouyun is probably the Apple computer on the table.


    "Mr. Guo, please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    After the two sides sat down, Martin Ahbard said straight to the point: "Mr. Guo, although Tesla Motors has just been established, our team is all senior electrical engineers, many of whom are General Motors'' EV- 1'' Member of the automotive R&D team with deep experience in EV design and R&D. This is a talent advantage unmatched by other EV startups."


    Guo Shouyun, who has seen Tesla''s information, naturally understands GM''s "EV-1" electric car. It was developed by General Motors in 1991 and put on the market as the first mass-produced electric car. This car has a modest appearance and a cruising range of 140 kilometers. Due to the low ratio of input and output, after producing more than 2,000 vehicles, GM The car was abandoned in 2002. The incident brought GM''s infamy, and a documentary titled "Who Killed Electric Cars" made the incident widely circulated.


    Although GM gave up the research and development and production of pure electric vehicles, it has cultivated a group of engineers with deep experience in electric vehicle research and development. These engineers were recruited by Martin Ahbard and laid a solid foundation for the subsequent rise of Tesla.


    "Tesla''s talent advantage is indeed my main consideration for choosing you. However, you still don''t have a relatively mature product, the research and development cycle is too long, and the uncertainty is too high, which is my concern."


    When Martin Ahbard was about to speak, Guo Shouyun rushed ahead and continued: "However, like you, I believe that electric vehicles are the future of the auto industry, so I am willing to invest in Tesla. However, compared to VC, I have another investment plan.��


    "Appreciate further details!"


    Having said that, combined with his simple understanding of the Silicon Valley bigwig in front of him, Martin Ahbard already had some guesses in his heart.


    "It''s very simple, I will buy Tesla. Mr. Ahbard, Mr. Tarpenning, and Mr. Coney can enjoy 3-5% of the company''s original shares, and the rest of the engineers can also own the company''s shares depending on their abilities and contributions. Shares. I can promise you that until the company goes public, your shares will not change with my continued investment in the company.��


    After Martin Ahbard, Mark Tarpenning and Al Coney exchanged glances, "If it is a venture capital, what kind of conditions can Mr. Guo come up with?"


    "I just want to acquire, not venture capital." Guo Shouyun continued, seeing the sudden changes in the expressions of the three of them, "Investing in new energy vehicles is something I have been considering. Originally, I planned to set up a R&D and production company by myself. A pure electric vehicle company. However, I discovered Tesla during market research, or more precisely, your experienced talent team, which is why we have the current investigation and acquisition. If you refuse, then I will only Can give up, and then set up a company to develop according to the original plan.��


    Martin Ahbard''s expression changed. Although Guo Shouyun said it lightly, as long as he was not a fool, he could hear the threat.


    After pondering for a while, "If you buy it, how much does Mr. Guo plan to spend to buy Tesla?"


    "$3 million to acquire 88% of Tesla''s shares, and the remaining 12% to be allocated to three Tesla executives and R&D personnel. I myself will become Tesla''s chairman and be responsible for the company''s long-term planning. Mr. Ahbard is still the CEO of the company and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the company. The positions of Mr. Tarpenning and Mr. Coney will not change much."


    Three million already shows Guo Shouyun''s sincerity. After all, Tesla now has no fixed assets at all except for those R&D equipment and a few refitted but immature electric sedans. Not to mention self-developed new technologies.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s too sudden, can you give us a little time to discuss it?" Martin Ahbard asked after pondering for a moment.


    "certainly."


    "Mr. Guo, please wait a moment!"


    Martin Ahbard takes Mark Tarpenning and Al Coney into a quiet room.


    "What do you think?"


    "Besides selling, do you think we have any other options?"


    After listening to Mark Tarpenning''s words, the three looked at each other and smiled bitterly. As Guo Shouyun said before, the most valuable thing in Tesla now is her R&D team. However, the team can be easily poached with the network resources of the other party. After all, compared to Tesla, Bruce Guo, who is well-capitalized and willing to invest, is more promising no matter how you look at it.


    Without this experienced R&D team from the GM electric vehicle project, it is really unknown that Tesla, which is only a few of them, will still be attractive to investors.


    "There are still some funds in the account, can we contact other venture capital first?" Mark Tarpenning said.


    "It''s useless! The failure of GM has made all venture capital companies lose interest in pure electric vehicle startups. This point, when we contacted Sequoia, Fidelity and other investment institutions before, their attitudes have been very clear. Problem....In addition, Tesla has only been established for three months, and we don''t have any fixed assets except for a few unsuccessful concept cars. Bruce Guo''s 3 million acquisition funds are sincere enough. Moreover, he has strong financial resources and can It is easy to solve our financial problems, and quickly make Tesla expand exponentially and grow rapidly.... When the company goes public, the value of the shares in our hands will far exceed the current value of the entire company. Sla''s value," said Al Coney.


    As the company''s chief engineer and one of Tesla''s three giants, Al Coney''s stake is not as good as Martin Ahbard and Mark Tarpenning, the two real founders of the company. Therefore, among the three, he is the one who is the least resistant to acquisitions After a moment, the pensive Mark Tarpenning said: "In Silicon Valley, Bruce Guo has always had a long-term vision and an attitude towards management. He is famous for his trust. Maybe he joins Tesla and will guide us in the future development direction of pure electric vehicles. Moreover, he can also respect our management and operation of the company.��


    Hearing this, Martin Ahbard sighed in his heart. Undoubtedly, Mark Tarpenning also favored putting the company up for sale.


    Two of the three high-level executives agreed, and he also lost the reason to insist.


    "I hope this is the right choice!"


    An hour later, Guo Shouyun left Tesla''s current headquarters with satisfaction with the acquisition contract he wanted.


    "Things went better than expected!"


    Originally, he thought he would have to wait a few more days, but he did not expect to get the entire investment in less than a few hours. Obviously, as his status continues to improve, things that he thought would be difficult are becoming easier and easier.


    "Take this contract and put $10 million into Tesla''s account."


    After Wang Jue took over the acquisition contract and put it down, he nodded.


    "Boss, where are we going next?" Matthew asked.


    "Go home for lunch and pay for another appointment in the afternoon!"


    The details of lunch, of course, need not be mentioned.


    In the afternoon, Hanshan Courtyard. This clubhouse where Guo Shouyun specially came to entertain guests welcomed guests who were more interested in him.


    "Boss, this is Mr. Elon Musk, the company''s CEO." Peter Thiel introduced.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s a great honor to meet you!"


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    Chapter 503 Elon Musk


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    After holding the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, Guo Shouyun looked at the amazing guy in front of him who was familiar with the titles of ''Crazy Engineer'', ''Second Jobs'', etc., and said with a bit of emotion: "Ma Mr. Ske, it''s been a long time since I heard the name."


    "In Silicon Valley and the US tech world, Mr. Guo is the real thunderous."


    He didn''t know that Guo Shouyun was talking about the unpredictable future.


    With a faint smile, Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    "If you have to guess, when do you think humans will be able to colonize Mars?"


    "Uh?" Elon Musk was stunned. Shouldn''t the two sides meet and talk about the acquisition of PayPal? What is the inevitable connection between immigration to Mars and Internet third-party payment tools?


    In fact, it wasn''t just him, Peter Thiel next to him was also startled by the inexcusable topic of the big boss.


    Although he was puzzled, looking at Guo Shouyun was not like a joke, Elon Musk pondered for a moment, "I can''t answer this question, but I think as long as our technology continues to develop. This day will always come. ."


    "So, this is your original intention of launching the ''Mars Oasis'' project and establishing the ''Space Exploration Technology Company''?"


    Elon Musk glanced at Guo Shouyun and nodded.


    "Strictly speaking, this is only part of the original intention."


    "What about the other part?" Guo Shouyun asked with great interest.


    "In my life, in addition to making money, I always want to do something meaningful and interesting to me. Now, my purpose of making money has been achieved. The exploration of space is something I think is interesting."


    "Do you think you can succeed?"


    "certainly!"


    Elon Musk nodded without hesitation.


    Looking at his expression, Guo Shouyun nodded in his heart. Forget about the rest, in terms of self-confidence, this guy does have a match for Steve Jobs.


    "I admire your confidence."


    "thanks!"


    After Guo Shouyun smiled, "It just so happens that I am also interested in space projects. If you don''t object, I am willing to invest in your ''Space Exploration Technology Company'' privately."


    "Invest in SpaceX?" Elon Musk asked slightly surprised.


    "That''s right. ... You can rest assured that I''m just a pure venture capital investment, and I won''t ask for a controlling stake, let alone a position. SpaceX is still your company."


    Although the space exploration technology company was not profitable until Guo Shouyun was reborn, it was the only private company that mastered spacecraft launch and recovery technology besides the United States, Russia and China. For this, he is also willing to invest a sum of money.


    I don''t ask how much financial return this investment will give him. I just hope that when the new technology breaks through, he or the Guo family will not be expelled. After all, the time of his rebirth is 2019, and he doesn''t know what will happen to the world in the future.


    After pondering for a while, Elon Musk said: "SpaceX doesn''t have much to offer right now, and it won''t see benefits in a short period of time. So I''m curious why you invest in it? If only For the future, your friend, ''Blue Origin'' from Amazon''s Jeff Bezos may be more appropriate."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head.


    "Jeff and I are really good friends, but his ''Blue Origin'' is just a personal interest. His real business is Amazon. So, when he''s successful with Amazon, he starts to value ''Blue Origin'' It''s not too late for me to reinvest when it''s developing. ... As for why a space exploration technology company? In addition to my own interests, I value you more."


    "Me?" Elon Musk''s eyes widened.


    "Not bad. From the first pot of gold you made when you sold your own space game software called '''' to Computer and Office Technology Magazine and made $5 million, to zip2, and now, all three times. And it has successfully made my wealth reach nearly 300 million US dollars. I believe this success is not accidental, so I am willing to believe in you compared to those companies that don''t know the future. ... Finally, I do investment, first priority The first consideration is the people, the founders or managers of the company. Then there is the company itself.��


    Nodding clearly, Elon Musk thought for a while, "If Mr. Guo is really interested in ''Space Exploration Technology Company'', then I am willing to give up 10% of the equity."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and he didn''t think too much. After all, the first cooperation, the trust between the two parties has not yet been established.


    "What about the price?"


    "$5 million!"


    Relative to the true value of SpaceX, this price is certainly high. But Guo Shouyun, who didn''t care about this little money, nodded and agreed.


    "Is it time to talk about a PayPal acquisition?" Elon Musk asked.


    "Don''t talk. I agree to your conditions. After PayPal completes the right acquisition, you will receive $130 million in cash and 3.2% of PayPal stock."


    "accepted?"


    Elon Musk is a little surprised that what he thought was a tough negotiation was so easily done?


    "you are not willing?"


    "of course not."


    After quickly calming down, he quickly stretched out his right hand towards Guo Shouyun. There is no possibility of not agreeing to the conditions that are favorable to oneself.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s a pleasure to work with you!"


    "me too."


    After the two sides simply shook hands, "My Chinese food here tastes very good, you can try it!"


    "The Chinese food in Hanshan Bieyuan is highly acclaimed by the upper class in California. I have long wanted to have a feast, and this time I finally have a chance!"


    "Haha, it''s not easy. I''ll ask someone to give you a membership card later. You can come anytime you want."


    While eating and chatting, after nine o''clock in the evening, Guo Shouyun sent Elon Musk away.


    "Boss, you seem to value him very much?"


    Peter Thiel, who stood aside and watched the entire exchange process between the two sides, asked tentatively.


    Looking at the shadow of the car gradually disappearing into the darkness, Guo Shouyun slowly exhaled, then narrowed his eyes and said, "He reminds me of Steve. So, I''m looking forward to his future."


    Of course Peter Thiel knew who Steve was in the boss''s mouth. That is one of the two legends of the computer industry with Bill Gates of Microsoft in the 1980s and 1990s, and now the CEO of Apple.


    "Is he really that powerful?"


    Peter Thiel has always admired his boss''s strategic vision, but it is really difficult for him to see that there is something special about the South African descendant who just left.


    "Peter, the integration of PayPal and PayPal is up to you."


    "Yes!"


    Peter Thiel said excitedly. After the annexation, PayPal''s registered users exceeded 80 million, accounting for 83% of the third-party payment market in the United States, completely establishing PayPal''s dominance in this field.


    At the same time, as Peter Thiel, who owns PayPal shares and serves as CEO, there is nothing that can make him feel more excited than his wealth and status.


    "It''s getting late, let''s go too!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    Although the acquisition was right, he was equally happy. But not as thick as Peter Thiel. After all, now he has enough industries and enough wealth. Similar mergers and acquisitions involving capital of no more than 500 million US dollars have long been unable to arouse his excitement.


    When I got home, Wendy hadn''t slept yet.


    "came back?"


    "Um!"


    He took off his coat and handed it to her, and hung it on the hanger next to him.


    "Are things going well?"


    "It went well! ... Are the children asleep?"


    "Sleep! I have already boiled the hot water for you, go wash it!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. After taking a shower, he changed into pajamas, and the two lay on the bed. In the past dangerous period, Wendy was not as crazy as before.


    "By the way, Bruce. Is there something I want to ask your opinion about?"


    "What''s up?"


    "Mrs. Schwarzenegger invited me to go shopping together tomorrow."


    "Mrs. Schwarzenegger?" Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment.


    "Maria Shriver Schwarzenegger, wife of Hollywood star Arnold Schwarzenegger, whose mother was the sister of former President John F. Kennedy."


    Guo Shouyun suddenly realized that he had heard about the woman behind the famous governor before his rebirth.


    "How did she invite you? I mean, don''t they live in Los Angeles?"


    "Maria said they just moved to Sacramento last month."


    Sacramento, the capital of California, is much closer to San Francisco than Los Angeles.


    "You knew her before?"


    "We used to be in the same class when we were in high school, and we had a good relationship!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, "The Kennedy family, Sacramento, it seems that your classmate intends to let his husband enter the political arena."


    "Politics? You mean Schwarzenegger is running for the Senate?" Wendy wondered.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, Arnold Schwarzenegger''s purpose is not a senator, but the governor of the most economically developed state in the United States. Of course, there was no need to tell Wendy about this kind of thing that didn''t happen.


    "Otherwise, why did they move to Sacramento when they lived fine in Los Angeles?"


    Wendy nodded in agreement, "I won''t go shopping tomorrow!"


    "No? Why? Isn''t she your high school classmate?"


    Glancing at him, Wendy continued: "I''m not stupid. Maria went shopping with me, obviously intending to get to know you through me and expand her network of contacts for her husband."


    "I can''t see that you''re still so smart even if you don''t work. However, this kind of thing will go away, whether it is now or in the future. Especially now that we are engaged."


    Wendy understood what he meant. She was born in the Roosevelt family. Although her parents were not married, she was not really included in the Roosevelt family, but she received a real aristocratic education since she was a child. For girls from noble families, how to help their husbands develop family business through communication after marriage is a compulsory subject. Also known as ''Mrs. Diplomacy Before her relationship with Guo Shouyun was not confirmed, no one would invite her. But now the news of Guo Shouyun''s marriage with the Roosevelt family has almost spread throughout the upper class in the United States, and she naturally wants to help her husband as Mrs. Guo.


    So, the intersection with Maria Shriver Schwarzenegger is just the beginning, and there are many more similar invitations and parties waiting for her in the future.


    Looking at Wendy thoughtfully, Guo Shouyun smiled and hugged her into his arms.


    "From today onwards, as Mrs. Guo, you will deal with those noble ladies in the upper class for me. You have to get used to this kind of thing early."


    Wendy nodded, "I know. It''s just that I really hate this kind of hypocrisy, and it''s full of the so-called ''daughter diplomacy'' that exchanges benefits."


    "I hate this kind of party as much as you. But after all, we live in such a society. Although we have money, we can''t change the social culture that has been formed for thousands of years. If we don''t want to be completely marginalized by others, we can only to adapt."


    "I know, even for you, I will try my best to adapt!"


    "Hehe, this is not only for me, but also for our future children!"


    "Um!"


    Thinking of a bright future, Wendy nodded, and a happy smile appeared on the corners of her eyes and brows.


    "Okay, let''s rest early. We have our own business to do tomorrow!"


    After the words fell, the bedroom gradually became quiet after the two turned off the bedside lamps. The quiet night passed little by little in the passing of every second.


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    The next day, Wendy went to the appointment, and Guo Shouyun stayed at home to play with the two little guys for a long time. Generally, when he is not particularly busy, he will find time to play with the two children for a while. Not just love, but also the responsibility of the father. Plus, he''s going to Los Angeles soon, and he might not see them for a while.


    In the afternoon, Wendy came back with some gift boxes.


    "How about it?"


    "As we expected yesterday!"


    "Of course I know this, what I''m asking is how are you playing?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "It''s alright. By the way, I bought a tie for you, you can try it later." After Guo Shouyun nodded, Wendy looked left and right, "Where are the children?"


    "Alyssa is playing with them in the back!"


    Alyssa is a maid at home, not a cleaning maid, but a maid who has deep child care experience and specializes in taking care of infants and young children.


    Wendy nodded, and after changing her shoes, she sat down beside Guo Shouyun.


    "What are you looking at?"


    "Office documents from Matrix. By the way, I was about to tell you that I''m going to Los Angeles in a few days."


    "A company thing?"


    "It''s mainly these. In addition, the Clippers rarely make it to the finals. I plan to go and see. Also, there are some friends who need to meet."


    Wendy, who has not been too concerned about Guo Shouyun''s company affairs now, nodded and did not ask any further.


    "Bruce, Elizabeth and George will be three years old in four months, I should discuss the education of our two children first!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said with some emotion: "Time flies so fast, they are almost three years old in a blink of an eye. Looking back now, when they were first born, they were just two wrinkled little meatballs that could only cry. ."


    Glancing at him, Wendy smiled and said, "Don''t worry, you''re only 23 years old, you''re not old yet!"


    "Old age doesn''t necessarily mean age. Sometimes it''s easier to be emotionally old when you''re mentally old." Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Let''s not talk about that. You, the mother, are responsible for the education of your children. I''ll just supervise. "


    Aristocratic education is something Wendy has experienced since she was a child, and she is more experienced than Guo Shouyun.


    After Wendy nodded, "I will ask the best teachers to teach Elizabeth and George, but the cultivation of children''s values ??and the shaping of their characters are more dependent on you, the father."


    "I know this. I won''t forget my responsibilities." Guo Shouyun stood up when he finished speaking, "Okay, since you''re back, I''ll leave the house to you. I''ll go out and come back at night."


    "Do you still prepare dinner for you?"


    "no need!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head after thinking about it.


    Then, he took Matthew out of the house. Not long after, he came to a high-end residential community in Palo Alto. After driving along the street for a while, he stopped outside the door of a two-storey single-family villa.


    Following the straight garden road, across the lawn, and before and after the villa door, Guo Shouyun raised his hand and knocked.


    "Who?"


    "It''s me, Guo Shouyun."


    "Wait a moment!"


    Not long after, the closed door opened. A young man with black-rimmed glasses and an elegant temperament opened the door.


    "Lao Liu, long time no see!"


    "Long time no see! ... Please come in!"


    After the two briefly hugged, Liu Zhixing welcomed Guo Shouyun into the living room.


    "Why are you here?"


    Looking at Katherine Lincoln in home clothes, Guo Shouyun was surprised.


    "Why can''t I be here." Catherine walked over and hugged Liu Zhixing''s arm naturally.


    "You live together?"


    Seeing the happy expression on Catherine''s face and Liu Zhixing''s embarrassment, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help exclaiming.


    "certainly!"


    Catherine held her head up like a victorious rooster.


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun turned his questioning eyes to Liu Zhixing.


    "Last time I heard what you said, and I was very moved, so you saw it!" After speaking, the original embarrassment on Liu Zhixing''s face gradually disappeared, replaced by a gentle smile.


    "It''s rare that you have an elm head. Congrats, congratulations. But when are you getting married?"


    "We''re not going to get married!" Catherine said.


    "Not going to get married? Why?"


    "It''s my fault, I still can''t let go of the past." Liu Zhixing''s tone was a little low.


    "It''s really nothing. Why do we need a piece of paper to prove that we really love each other. And a large part of the reason why I choose you is because of your love for your wife. What I want is a man who is responsible and has love in his heart, and Not a husband in the legal sense." Catherine said sincerely.


    In China, couples who do not marry but live together may not be accepted by the world. But in the West, especially in the United Kingdom and the United States, such couples are very common. Even in a few years, the UK will officially launch the ''civil partnership'' system and laws to provide legal protection for the 3 million unmarried couples in the UK who have lived together for decades and even have children. Internationally this is seen as a symbol of marriage equality.


    Of course, Katherine spoke very freely and sincerely. But for Liu Zhixing, who is full of traditional Chinese thinking in his bones, his inability to commit to marriage is a guilt he can''t let go of.


    Realizing the change in Liu Zhixing''s expression in time, Catherine, who didn''t want him to feel uncomfortable, quickly changed the subject.


    "Bruce, aren''t you also engaged to Wendy? What are you doing here with us if you''re not with her at home now?"


    "I''ve known Wendy for so long, and we''ve lived together for a long time. We need to be tired of being together every day like a couple who just got together. Moreover, if we give each other space to be independent, our relationship will last longer." Guo Shouyun said that He took the gift that Matthew was holding in the back.


    "Lao Liu, this is the gift I brought you when I came back from Huaxia. ... Pastries from Daoxiang Village, sauced pork from Yueshengzhai, roast duck from Quanjude, tea from Zhang Yiyuan, pickles from Liubiju, as well as tuckahoe cakes and jade Emperor Crisp. They are all specialties of the Four Nine Cities."


    Looking at the colorful and large gift boxes, Liu Zhixing said with some emotion: "I haven''t seen these old Beijing-Beijing specialties for many years. ... Bruce, thank you!"


    "You''re welcome! ... Why didn''t you see Nan Nan? Isn''t it Sunday?"


    "The school organised a visit to the Museum of Modern Art, so she won''t be back until next week."


    Liu Zhixing was busy with work and no one at home took care of his daughter, so Liu Nan enrolled in the best boarding school in San Francisco and only went home on Saturdays and Sundays.


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, "It seems that this gift can only be handed over by you."


    After taking over the new Apple iPod mini in his hand, Liu Zhixing nodded.


    "Why don''t you have my present?"


    Catherine rolled her eyes, "Who knew you were here, and didn''t say anything in advance."


    "Bruce, sit down and I''ll make you some tea!"


    "I''ll go, you two!" After stopping Liu Zhixing, Catherine walked towards the open kitchen next to her.


    After glancing at her back, Guo Shouyun turned his head and smiled, "It looks like your cohabitation life is pretty good."


    "Catherine is a good woman!"


    "That''s why she is so gentle in front of you. If it''s me and Mata, it''s fine if we don''t fight." Guo Shouyun chuckled and shook his head.


    "Bruce, I hear you talking bad about me again."


    "How is it possible, I''m praising you!"


    Catherine, who came over with a tea set, obviously didn''t believe his words. But perhaps because of Liu Zhixing''s relationship, Catherine didn''t slap him at every turn as she did when she was a child. Guo Shouyun, who had grown accustomed to her style since childhood, was also a little uncomfortable.


    After a simple chat, Guo Shouyun paused, turned his head and instructed: "Matthew, take someone to guard outside, don''t let anyone come in casually."


    "Yes!"


    After he left with the rest of the bodyguards, Catherine said in surprise, "What''s the matter? It''s still so mysterious?"


    "What you don''t know!" Guo Shouyun turned his head and looked directly at Liu Zhixing, "How are you doing recently, is it going well?"


    "Do you want to say it in front of Catherine?"


    "She''s not an outsider!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Hey, what do you two mean? What''s the matter, can''t you say it in front of me?"


    No one wants to be left out of a group, especially those closest to them. UU Reading


    "I''m going to buy Merrill Lynch, and Lao Liu will handle it for me!"


    Catherine is not a fool either, she immediately thought a lot from Guo Shouyun''s simple sentence.


    "You mean, you asked Zhixing Secret to help you buy Merrill Lynch''s stock?"


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "I think you also know about Merrill Lynch''s influence in the business world. So I and Lao Liu know about this matter. It''s not that I''m trying to hide it from you, but someone who knows about it. Less is safer. Once exposed, I''m all done."


    "I reluctantly accept this explanation. However, have you succeeded now?"


    "It''s not that easy to get a controlling stake in Merrill without disturbing it. It''s been almost two years since I let Lao Liu do it, and it''s still nearly 10% short of absolute control."


    "It''s been two years, and there''s still so much to go? Don''t I remember that you already owned nearly 30% of Merrill Lynch?"


    "Yes! However, Stan O''Neill, who is at the helm of Merrill Lynch, is not someone who can be easily dealt with." After the words were finished, Guo Shouyun looked at Liu Zhixing.


    Liu Zhixing, who understood the meaning in his eyes, briefly thought about it, "Now if we want to hide from the sky, we need to change hands through more accounts. Opening an account is easy, but I''m afraid it''s difficult to cope with my energy alone."


    "I can help you!" Catherine said.


    "You can''t do it. Guo''s business is in a period of rapid expansion. You can''t finish the business of the company alone, let alone this matter!" Liu Zhixing shook his head and denied.


    His refusal was much better than Guo Shouyun''s refusal. Catherine pouted and said nothing more.


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    Chapter 505 Clippers


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    "What kind of help do you need?"


    "A trader with extensive trading experience."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "I will help you solve this matter as soon as possible. However, before the manpower is in place, you have to work harder."


    "Understood. I can handle it now!"


    "That''s good!"


    After listening, Guo Shouyun stood up.


    "Okay, I won''t disturb your two-person world, I''ll go back now."


    Originally, he was going to have a drink and chat with Liu Zhixing after he finished talking with Liu Zhixing, and had dinner here. But looking at the current situation, it is better to leave early.


    "Aren''t you going to listen to the recent development of Guo''s business?" Catherine got up and said.


    "It''s the end of May now. Let me know when the interim financial statements come out!"


    After visiting Liu Zhixing, Guo Shouyun stayed at home for a few more days, and only came to Los Angeles on the Kunpeng when the Oscars ceremony was about to start.


    In addition to Guo Shouyun himself, his bodyguard and secretary, he also had a special guest when he came to Los Angeles this time.


    "Sir, where is this?"


    Sitting in the car, looking at the unfamiliar city in front of him, Qian Dongpo said curiously.


    "This is Los Angeles!"


    "Los Angeles? What a strange name!"


    "It''s really strange!" Guo Shouyun smiled, "Dongpo, you can speak English well. It seems that you have put in a lot of effort during this time."


    After rubbing the back of his head embarrassingly, Qian Dongpo said with a shy smile: "Xiaoling has been helping me make up lessons, without her I can''t learn so fast. However, I''m still too stupid, there are many more students in the class than me. The classmates who came late speak better than me."


    When the words fell, a look of frustration appeared on his face.


    Since the establishment of Bruce Middle School, orphans from the United States and some foreign countries have been sent. Many of them are children with zero basic English like Qian Dongpo.


    Looking at this simple and honest big man, Guo Shouyun smiled and patted his generous shoulders, which did not match his age, "Don''t be discouraged, although you are not as good as them in your studies, you also have advantages that they are far from."


    "Advantage? What advantage?"


    "You''ll know when you get there in a while."


    The car continued to move forward, and after leaving the airport, it did not enter the city, but turned to a huge training hall on the outskirts of the city.


    Surrounded by lush trees and with a white exterior wall, this training hall is the training hall of the Clippers, which has risen like a comet this year.


    Although Guo Shouyun, the owner of the team, doesn''t come here many times, the guards here all know him. So, it was released soon.


    "boss!"


    Team manager Elgin Baylor, who was visited by the big boss, hurriedly greeted him.


    "Where''s Coach Brown?"


    "I''m leading the team in training, I''ll call him right away!"


    "By the way, get Bill too!"


    Bill Johnson is the team''s strength and conditioning coach.


    "Yes!"


    When Guo Shouyun followed Elgin Baylor to his office, a middle-aged bald white man walked in hastily.


    "boss!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun stood up.


    "Bill, take him for a physical test, I want the most detailed data!"


    Bill Johnson glanced at the tall man beside him, nodded and smiled: "Come with me, child!"


    Qian Dongpo looked at Guo Shouyun, and what he trusted most here was this ''good man'' who was very good to himself and his sister.


    "Go. I''ll wait for you here."


    Looking at his affirming and encouraging eyes, Qian Dongpo nodded and followed Bill Johnson out.


    The two had just left the door, and a stern-looking Larry Brown with golden glasses and gray hair walked in.


    "boss!"


    "Coach Brown!"


    The two have only met two or three times since taking over as the Clippers last year. However, Guo Shouyun was no stranger to this NBA champion coach in his previous life.


    After a simple greeting, Guo Shouyun continued: "Since everyone is here, let''s all sit down."


    After everyone was seated, "Coach Brown, do we have much hope of winning the championship this year?"


    After one look at him, Larry Brown shook his head.


    "Why? Isn''t the team''s performance very good?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "The team''s record this year is really good, but the members of the team have just been running in for less than a year, and they are far from mature. Fortunately, we have the best point guard in the league. Under his scheduling, our attack and defense are It won''t be out of touch. Also, the new players this year are very talented, so the Clippers can have their current results. But the bad thing is that last time in the Western Conference finals, although we beat the Lakers, the main power forward Gasol was injured. Although the situation is not serious, he is destined to miss the finals. Yao Ming and Memet Okur, who are only in their first year, can''t resist the double duo of Duncan and David Robinson, who are at their peak. Tower combination."


    "Duncan!"


    Even if Guo Shouyun doesn''t know much about the NBA, he knows that this guy nicknamed "Stone Buddha" is an indispensable cornerstone of the future Spurs dynasty. One of the best talents at the power forward position.


    As for ''Admiral'' David Robinson, although he is old, his experience and Duncan''s ability can still make the Spurs'' inside line solid.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s face, Larry Brown didn''t want his coach to appear too incompetent to the big boss.


    "However, although our inside line is not as good as the Spurs, our outside line with Kidd and Billups is better than ours. So, if our tactics are properly designed, there is still a good chance of winning the championship."


    "I don''t know much about leading the team. It''s up to you, the coach."


    "This is what I should do!" Larry Brown nodded.


    "By the way, do you have goals for this year''s draft?"


    "We want to choose Marquette''s Dwyane Wade, but there are a lot of teams in the league who want this talented swingman, and our No. 6 pick may not be able to get him." Elgin Baylor Road.


    The 2003 NBA Platinum Generation, LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony and Dwyane Wade, are the three most familiar. If it wasn''t for the solid combination of Yao Ming, Gasol, Billups and Kidd, Guo Shouyun must have planned ahead to bring the "little emperor" under his command.


    "Wade is good. But don''t we have Billups at the shooting guard position? Although the small forward is a little weak, Corey Maggette and Quentin Richardson are weak. The combination is also enough."


    "Corey Maggette is very talented, but he''s too injury-prone. He''s missed half of the 82 games this season. So when his contract expires this year, we''re not going to renew it. Quentin''s ability is good. , but there is no qualified backup behind him. Although Billups can play all positions in the backcourt, he is best at scoring; Marijuana has been detained by the LA police more than once; so Coach Brown is no longer going to want this player who spoils the atmosphere and discipline in the locker room."


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    "So you want Wade, are you going to use him as a role player?"


    "There is no more suitable candidate in the transfer market. So the draft is the most suitable choice for us to strengthen the team." Larry Brown nodded.


    "Indeed. However, what if this Dwyane Wade is talented?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Glancing at him, Larry Brown affirmed: "The main position and possession of the ball must of course be given to those with strong ability, no matter if he arrives first or later."


    "Apart from Wade, do you have a second choice?" Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement and asked.


    "Kirke Hinrich of the University of Kansas!" Larry Brown said.


    Guo Shouyun searched and scraped his stomach, but there was really no memory of this person in his mind. And there is no way for him to remember, not the top stars of the NBA.


    But it doesn''t matter, he set up the frame of the Clippers last year. All that''s left is to strengthen the role players and deepen the bench.


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 Chapter 506： Qian Dongpos physical test

    Chapter Five Hundred and Sixth Qian Dongpo''s Physical Test


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    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    With the slightly hoarse sound of the door, Qian Dongpo walked in with the physical coach Bill Johnson.


    "Boss, this is the physical test data of ''Qian'', which is very good!"


    After glancing at him, Guo Shouyun took the document and read it.


    Weight 205 pounds (about 93 kilograms), height 6 feet 3 inches (about 188.4 cm), wingspan 2.08 meters, standing reach 2.58 meters, vertical jump 95 cm, absolute jump 105 cm, run-up reach 3.65 meters, hundred Meter speed 12.03 seconds, maximum bench press 167 kg��


    With the help of the Clippers, Guo Shouyun learned for the first time how abnormal Qian Dongpo''s body was.


    "Boss, Qian''s physical condition is already considered excellent among NBA players. As long as he trains well, he has the possibility to enter the NBA." Bill Johnson said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and handed the document in his hand to Larry Brown. The latter just looked at it briefly, and then put it down. He has been a coach for many years, and he has seen many who have better physical condition than Qian Dongpo. If it wasn''t for Big Boss'' face, he wouldn''t even read this physical test report.


    Guo Shouyun was not surprised by Larry Brown''s reaction. He''s also aware that Bill Johnson''s assessment is partly based on his ownership of the Clippers. But they are not clear about one thing, that is, Qian Dongpo is only 13 and a half years old now, and he has never undergone formal training. His family was poor before, and he had not eaten any good food. His physical potential has not been fully developed.


    "Coach Brown, Bill, I hope to keep him here for a while and let you do some basic basketball training for him."


    Larry Brown frowned and was about to speak when Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    "I know that the team will be very busy to deal with the finals, but it is not difficult to assign a coach to train him. Moreover, Dongpo is only 13 and a half years old, and his future has unlimited possibilities."


    "what?"


    "This is impossible!"


    The one who reacted the most was Bill Johnson who gave Qian Dongpo a physical test.


    "Boss, how could he be only 13 and a half years old, this is obviously the physical data of a trained adult."


    Seeing his excited and unbelievable look, Guo Shouyun smiled, "I remember that the team has complete medical equipment, you take him for a suture closure test or a blood test, it''s easy to verify the truth of what I said. Fake."


    Suddenly, Bill Johnson pulled Qian Dongpo and planned to leave. As a fitness coach, he has a passion beyond ordinary people for people with extraordinary physical talent. This is a hobby formed by engaging in physical training for a long time. Just like coaches like talented players, teachers like smart students, and bosses like excellent employees.


    However, it is a little surprising that Bill Johnson did not pull Qian Dongpo. Looking at his eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Go, I''ve been waiting for you here!"


    With his assurance, Qian Dongpo followed Bill out of the office. Although he is simple-minded, he grew up in an environment that made him only willing to believe the words of those who he thought were good to him.


    "Boss, is he really only 13 and a half years old?" Although Larry Brown is not as excited as Bill Johnson, as a coach, he also understands how important physical conditions are to a basketball player.


    "Coach Brown, do you think it''s necessary to cheat on this kind of thing in my current capacity?"


    Larry Brown nodded. Yes, sitting next to him are the top Silicon Valley elites, world-class entrepreneurs, whose net worth is hundreds of times his. On top of that, he''s also the Clippers owner and really didn''t lie about one small thing.


    Thinking of this, his heart also became hot. A kid who is less than 14 years old and whose physical quality can already be compared with the average black guard in the NBA. Then wait a few more years and his future will be unimaginable.


    "He''s a top center striker!"


    Larry Brown said.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Yao Ming''s peak period is at most ten years. Ten years later, Dongpo is just 23 years old. His body is at his peak, and he has gained experience. He happens to be the backbone of our center position and lays the groundwork for the team''s glory in the next decade."


    "And he has been trained by the Clippers since he was a child, and he can seamlessly connect our technical and tactical system!" Larry Brown followed closely.


    "That''s right! ... But he still has to study, so he may only be on vacation with the Clippers."


    After nodding clearly, "The boss plans to let him go to study there?"


    "The charitable fund under my name has established several charitable middle schools, and let him spend his high school years there. In college, Stanford''s coach Dawkins is very good and can let Dongpo go there."


    "Why didn''t the boss let him go to those famous basketball schools? Like Duke, North Carolina?"


    "The strength of the Stanford Cardinals is good. The most important thing is that it is very close to the new arena of the Clippers in the future! It will also be convenient for Dongpo to train in the future." After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked at Larry Brown and smiled, "I believe Coach Brown''s coaching is no less than that of any NCAA or NBA coach."


    Larry Brown smiled confidently and said nothing more.


    As soon as the two chatted here, Bill Johnson ran in excitedly.


    "Boss, he''s really only 13 years old. It''s unbelievable how God made such an amazing monster!"


    "Bill calm down! Calm down!"


    Under the constant reassurance of Elgin Baylor, Bill Johnson finally calmed down.


    "Bill, in the future, you will be responsible for his body nutrition matching!"


    "No problem. I also really want to see what the physical fitness of the peak is like."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and stood up.


    "Come on, take me to see the team."


    "Boss, please!"


    Accompanied by Elgin Baylor and Larry Brown, Guo Shouyun came to the training venue.


    There are three standard basketball courts in the huge basketball hall. In addition to the injured Gasol, the remaining 14 members of the Clippers are doing their own training.


    After standing on the sidelines and watching for a while, he motioned to Larry Brown to call everyone in front of him.


    After the players were all standing in a row, Guo Shouyun walked among them and stood still.


    Usually I rarely see this big boss, and even the Clippers players who have never seen him, looked at this young man curiously, with all kinds of halos all over his body, and he is almost a legend in the American business world. boss.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at Yao Ming, who was standing on the far left, with a particularly conspicuous height. He has grown stronger and stronger than when he first met him. Immediately after, his eyes flashed over the remaining players, "When I was reorganizing the Clippers and selecting you, I knew you were good. But your performance this year was beyond my expectations. So , I decided that this year''s main players and Coach Brown can each get a bonus of $1 million, the main bench players are $600,000, and the rest of the players and coaching staff are $300,000 each! The rest of the staff is $100,000!"


    As soon as he finished speaking, whistles, cheers and applause rang out.


    "thank you boss!"


    "BOSS, I love you!"��


    Guo Shouyun pressed his hand, "Don''t worry, I haven''t finished. ... If we can get the championship ring in the end, the main players and the head coach will receive an additional $500,000 bonus each, and the main substitute players will receive $300,000. The rest of the players and coaching staff are $150,000 each, and the rest of the staff is $50,000."


    "BOSS, we will definitely win the championship."


    "That''s right! We are the strongest!"��


    "You are indeed the strongest team in the entire league, I have confidence in you! In addition, when the key games of the finals are in, I will personally come to the scene to cheer for you. ... Well, that''s all I have to say, Let''s keep training."


    After the players dispersed, Guo Shouyun turned his head and said, "Coach Brown, I''ll leave it to you here."


    "OK!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun greeted Elgin to leave.


    "Boss, he...?"


    Seeing Bill Johnson''s fiery eyes looking at Qian Dongpo, Guo Shouyun, who understood his thoughts, smiled and said, "Today I will take him to settle down, and tomorrow I will ask Matthew to bring him here Although I really want to Give Qian Dongpo a more detailed body examination, but Bill Johnson has to comply with the boss''s words.


    Back in the office again, Guo Shouyun asked Elgin Baylor to take out the revenue data of the Clippers this year. He just poured out a lot of money, but he didn''t want to subsidize it himself.


    NBA teams can pay the huge salaries of starting players, and the revenue is naturally not cheap. Especially now that the Clippers have Yao Ming as a ''gold sucker'', and their results are better this year.


    The first is the affiliate broadcast fee and advertising fee.


    In 2002, the NBA and Disney''s ABC, ESPN, the world''s largest sports channel, and Turner Broadcasting, also known as Time Warner, signed a six-year, $4.7 billion TV broadcast contract with three companies. With the signing of this new contract, each NBA team can get a broadcast share of 23 million US dollars.


    In addition, the NBA is becoming more and more popular overseas, so overseas broadcast rights are also rising. In addition to the sponsorship fees of brands such as Nike and Adidas, the 50% left by the league will be deducted, and the remaining half will be distributed to each team.


    This revenue alone, the 2002-2003 season, the Clippers received nearly 50 million US dollars in revenue.


    The second is the regional broadcast fee of each team.


    Each NBA team has 82 regular games in a season. If summer league, preseason and playoffs are counted, that adds up to more than 100 games. Not every one of those 100-odd games will be televised nationally on NBC or ESPN.


    For those games that cannot be broadcast nationally, another broadcaster will buy the rights to broadcast them regionally. Such as the Los Angeles area, or the San Francisco area and so on.


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    Chapter Five Hundred and Seven Clippers Finances


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    The most famous example of this is the 20-year, $3 billion regional broadcast contract that Time Warner signed with the Lakers in 2012. The Lakers get $150 million in broadcast revenue from Warner each season. That number is higher than the national broadcast cut they get from the league.


    Although the current Clippers are not as beautiful as the neighboring Lakers, they have participated in the playoffs for two consecutive years, and now they have reached the level of the finals, which has attracted more and more fans for the team. Today, Canal+ and TNT, two private TV sports channels in Europe and the United States under the Matrix Company, have given the Clippers a 25 million annual broadcast share.


    Next is ''Ticket Revenue''.


    Today, the Clippers'' game venue is the Staples Arena, which is shared with the Lakers, with a maximum seating capacity of 19,000. Proud of the Clippers'' excellent record, the Clippers'' attendance rate in the last two seasons has been very good, especially this season, basically every game can exceed 70%. Affected by this, the Clippers'' ticket revenue exceeded $50 million for the first time this season, reaching 50.13 million.


    Next is the team''s advertising revenue.


    The NBA League stipulates that the advertising of each team is operated by each team itself. And this part of advertising revenue comes from three aspects. First, the advertisements in the arena, that is, the signs placed on the sidelines. Second, the arena naming fee. The Warriors'' deal with Seymour is $300 million over 20 years, and the Rockets'' deal with Toyota is $95 million over 20 years. Of course, now without Yao Ming, Toyota''s cooperation with the Rockets has basically failed. The former is more because it is a contract signed ten years later. At that time, the price of stadium naming rights had already doubled several times.


    Finally, jersey advertising revenue. All Clippers jersey advertisements were sold to companies owned by Guo Shouyun. The Clippers can get $12 million a year from it.


    In addition to the arena naming rights, the Clippers can earn 35 million in advertising revenue from in-arena and jersey ads.


    Finally, there are NBA peripheral products, player jersey sales, consumption income in the arena, and so on. In the 2002-03 season, the Clippers earned $13.8 million from this.


    In other words, throughout the 02-03 season, the Clippers'' total revenue reached 174 million US dollars.


    As for expenditures, there are mainly three aspects, employee salaries, new venue construction expenditures and taxes.


    Among staff salaries, player salaries are undoubtedly the largest piece. Among all players, Kidd''s salary expenditure is the most, at $12 million before tax. Next is Corey Maggette with $7.5 million, followed by Pau Gasol with $6 million and then Quentin Richardson with $4 million.


    As for Yao Ming and Memet Okur, their first year salary will not be very high. The former is 3 million and the latter is 2 million. As for Billups, although now the team''s main shooting guard. But when he bought it, he was the water cooler guard for the Raptors, and his salary in his first year with the Clippers was only $2.5 million. Gasol is high because he has proven himself in the last season.


    So, even if the Clippers played well this year, beat the Lakers and entered the finals. But it doesn''t touch the $40.27 million the league has set for this year''s salary cap.


    However, given the excellent performance of the team this year, next year''s salary expenditure will definitely rise by a large amount.


    Expenditures for the construction of new venues. Now the Clippers are building a new arena and training facility in San Jose. The total investment reached 250 million US dollars.


    The expenses in the early stage were paid in advance by Guo Shouyun, and in the middle and late stages, they would naturally be deducted from the Clippers�� revenue. Otherwise, wouldn''t it be free to pay taxes to the state? !


    Finally, there are tax expenses. The most powerful agency in the United States is the IRS. Therefore, in addition to using legal loopholes to avoid tax as much as possible, Guo Shouyun will not evade tax. Because the small loses the big, the wise do not do it.


    The three aspects of spending together, the Clippers'' 02-03 season''s total expenditure is as high as 153 million US dollars. Only $21 million in profit actually fell into the hands.


    Of course, all of these numbers are estimates because the season isn''t really over yet. However, the in and out will not be too big. After all, broadcast share and advertising revenue are established, and ticket revenue can also be calculated.


    "Not bad. Both revenue and net profit this year are higher than last year."


    After reading the complete data, Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction.


    "It''s all the wise leadership of the owner that the Clippers have achieved their current achievements. Especially when you insisted on choosing ''Yao'' with the No. 1 lottery, the team''s advertising revenue was directly doubled."


    After enduring Elgin Baylor''s flattery with peace of mind, "You are also responsible for the management of the team. Don''t worry, I will not treat you badly!"


    "Thank you boss!"


    After nodding, "I forgot to tell Coach Brown about something just now. I''ll pass it on to you later."


    "OK!"


    "Didn''t the team want to cut Corey Maggette and fill the small forward position through the draft. If they can get Wade, that''s better. If they can''t, it''s better than that Kirk Hinrich. , I think Shaun Battier from the Grizzlies is a better fit for us."


    Kirk Hinrich, Guo Shouyun didn''t have an impression at all in his mind. But Sean Battier is very familiar to him. It''s not that Guo Shouyun deliberately remembered it, but was forcibly instilled by friends around him. Because this guy is Yao Ming''s teammate, every time my colleagues watch the Rockets game and chat, they are full of praise for this guy.


    Comprehensive skills, strong defense, honest, polite, Batman, etc., although not an All-Star, but the best sixth man indispensable to every team.


    Once, twice, three times, over the years, even if Guo Shouyun doesn''t watch the NBA, he repeats it in his ears a lot. As long as he''s not a fool, anyone can remember it.


    After writing down the team and name, "I will notify Coach Brown in time and be ready to engage with the Grizzlies."


    Gasol, Yao Ming, Billups, Mehmet Okur, these four newcomers chosen by Guo Shouyun, except the latter is slightly weaker, the first three are all-star players in their respective positions .


    With such experience, Elgin Baylor has almost 100% confidence in his vision for selecting players.


    "Except for Kidd, Gasol, Yao Ming, Billups, Mehmet Okur, the rest of the team, as long as Coach Brown agrees, you can trade anyone with the Grizzlies, including next year. Our first- and second-round picks."


    "Yes!"


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say. You can do it, I''ll go first!"


    "I''ll send it to the boss!"


    After leaving the Clippers'' training hall, Guo Shouyun came to his home in Los Angeles. Although it has been a long time. But the bodyguards and servants kept it well maintained.


    After settling down, he first explained to Qian Dongpo that he would continue to go to the training hall for the test tomorrow. After the training, Guo Shouyun calmed down and dealt with the company''s affairs.


    "boss!"


    "Stephen, how are things going? Does National City Bank agree to our merger plan?"


    "I''ve been talking to Ruben Durstein about this again. But he''s very opinionated about the boss''s behavior of splitting the Thunder Fund from Phoenix Bank. So, the negotiations between the two sides have been deadlocked during this time."


    "It seems that even if there is no Thunder, he still can''t bear us!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Of course! Although the Phoenix Fund and the Phoenix Trust cannot achieve too high excess returns, the revenue obtained by the Phoenix Capital is no worse than that of the Thunder Fund. Ruben Destin is not blind, he naturally sees it, and is even more reluctant. The reason for the stalemate is nothing more than trying to get better conditions from us."


    After nodding his head in agreement, "Do you think it''s a little bit of pressure on him? I don''t want to drag this on for too long. Also, I believe you can feel that the US economy is recovering, and the real estate industry is growing faster. It''s coming sooner. More and more people will notice the cornucopia of real estate subprime debt. I don''t want what we like to be shared by too many people."


    "I understand that. So I''ve already called Ruben Destin. Give him another week or we''ll give up on the merger."


    "Are there any concessions on the terms of cooperation?"


    "No! In fact, when we agreed to merge, we were already conceding. Phoenix is ??the most popular financial firm on Wall Street."


    "Haha, I like your confidence! Looking forward to your good news!"


    "Don''t worry, boss!"


    After a brief chat Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    "Dong dong...!"


    "Come in."


    Wang Jue pushed open the door and walked in.


    "Boss, what''s for dinner?"


    "Dinner?" Guo Shouyun looked up and looked out the window. He didn''t know when, the originally bright sunshine had now turned into a sunset.


    "what time is it?"


    "Another hour is six o''clock in the evening."


    "It''s so late, time flies so fast."


    After tidying up the documents on the table, Guo Shouyun, who was inexplicably agitated, stood up.


    "Where''s Matthew?"


    "boss!"


    Matthew, who was standing outside the door, heard the sound and walked in.


    "Let''s go out to eat tonight. You go with me."


    "Yes!"


    Always eat at home, although home is different from home, but he also wants to change the taste, change the atmosphere, change the environment.


    "By the way, Wang Jue, you and Xiaojing can stay at home to eat. Matthew and I will just go out."


    "Yes!"


    Wang Jue reluctantly agreed. As an assistant, the closer you stick to your boss, the better your future will undoubtedly be. But now that the big boss has spoken, she does not dare to disobey.


    "Let''s go!"


    Greeting Matthew, Guo Shouyun and the two drove out of the house.


    "Boss, where are we going to eat?"


    "Driving around, I''ll take a look first!"


    I don''t know why, every time I come to Los Angeles, Guo Shouyun always wants to look around and relax.


    Hearing his words, Matthew nodded, slowed down and drove aimlessly on the streets of Los Angeles. Of course, for the safety of Guo Shouyun, he also drove in the direction of the community or commercial center with good security.


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 Chapter 508： Guo Shouyun who was approached

    ?Chapter 508 Guo Shouyun who was approached


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    After wandering on the street for a while, Guo Shouyun was also a little tired of the almost stereotyped neon lights.


    "Matthew, find a Chinese restaurant! Look for something more authentic."


    Matthew was a little embarrassed. Having been with Guo Shouyun for a long time, he knows that Chinese restaurants in the United States are mostly sweet in order to adapt to American tastes. And that kind of pure Chinese food is often an inconspicuous street shop. Such stores are rarely located in well-policed ??neighborhoods, and most of them are located in chaotic and crime-prone neighborhoods.


    "Boss, it''s night. And it''s too dangerous for the two of us to take you to a place like that."


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun also knew that his request was a little out of time. Los Angeles at night is not as safe as it is during the day. Although both of them have great fighting skills and marksmanship, the safest thing in a gun-infested America is not how strong you are, but how careful and careful you are.


    "Forget it, let''s go to that French restaurant in front!"


    Besides Chinese food, his favorite is French food. As for Japanese and Korean dishes that are associated with Chinese food. He really can''t get used to it. The ramen noodles are tough, not even as good as Lanzhou-Zhou ramen, let alone handmade noodles. Sushi is especially unpalatable, Guo Shouyun didn''t want to eat another after eating one. Kimchi, he really doesn''t know how that thing can be eaten every day?


    The big boss''s kindness made Matthew feel relieved, and he quickly parked the car outside the ''Fabello Restaurant'' in front.


    This is a fairly high-end western restaurant. Although the dining area is only about 100 square meters, the occupancy rate is good.


    "Welcome, do the two gentlemen have a reservation?"


    "No!"


    "Okay, you two, please come with me!"


    After leading Guo Shouyun to another vacant seat, "Sir, do you want to order now?"


    "Um!"


    After answering, he took the menu from the waiter, ordered all the favorite dishes of the two, gave the waiter a tip, and let him leave.


    "Matthew, is it okay to go home this time?"


    After returning from the training camp on Yulin Island, he gave the other half a month off.


    "Hmm! My parents are in good health. It''s just...!"


    "What''s wrong?"


    "Asha''s temper is too strong, and I''m not around, she often fights in school. I''m afraid she will learn badly in the future." Matthew worried.


    Since the divorce from his wife, all his thoughts have been on his daughter. Once the daughter has any trouble, it can easily stir his nerves.


    "I didn''t expect that you, who are not afraid of bullets on the battlefield, have become anxious about your children now."


    Matthew smiled bitterly, "Boss, I think you must understand this feeling."


    "Of course, Elizabeth often gives me headaches too!"


    Father understands his father''s feelings best, and now Guo Shouyun is also a person with a baby.


    After pondering for a while, "Matthew, I''m going to hire the best teachers and set up a private school for students in primary and secondary schools. Each grade is tentatively set to have 30 to 60 students, mainly from some gifted children in charity schools. And the children of senior executives of various companies under my name are recruited. If you want, you can let Asha in."


    If it is said that the students in Bruce Charity Middle School and the similar charity schools under his name in the future are only preliminary selections. Then this private school is the essence of the selection. It is also a training institution for future direct line members of the Guo family.


    In the future, his children will also study here before they enter the university.


    "Boss, I will."


    Matthew said quickly.


    He is no fool and knows the quality of education in private schools in the United States. What''s more, the owner''s worth is amazing. With his financial resources, he can set up a top-level private school. Entering a school like this will undoubtedly have unimaginable benefits for the future of children.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "The school''s management will be very strict, and the teachers will also be very strict. So Yasha may live a more stressful life than in ordinary schools. If she complains to you then, don''t be soft-hearted as a father. ."


    "Boss, don''t worry. I know this is good for her future, and I won''t let her be willful."


    "That''s good!" After nodding, he glanced at Matthew, "Have you been divorced for 5 years?"


    "Um!"


    "Five years is enough to forget a person. And you are only 33 years old now, and you can''t live alone in the future."


    "What do you mean...?" Matthew was stunned.


    "Wendy asked me to tell you that Katie likes you very much and that you should take the opportunity to end your single life early."


    "Katie?"


    In Matthew''s mind, the figure of a Chinese girl with oriental ancestry appeared. The other party is the housemaid in Guo Shouyun''s house who is responsible for cleaning the room, a Vietnamese-Chinese who smuggled to the United States. Although he is not particularly beautiful, he is also a small family jasper with a gentle personality.


    "Why, you don''t want to?"


    "No, it''s just that I haven''t had much contact with...!"


    "It''s not easy. I''ll get the phone number for you. Just contact me."


    With that said, he took out the note from his pocket before leaving, and handed it over to Wendy. Generally speaking, Guo Shouyun will not do this kind of job of mediating and pulling fibers, it is too troublesome. But Matthew followed himself to death and was loyal. He also hopes to see each other have a better family.


    Most importantly, he is the person next to him. Finding a wife for him who can make him understand enough and be at ease is also good for his future safety.


    After taking a look at the note, Matthew said with a wry smile: "I will try to date her, but if the two sides are not suitable, you can''t force us to be tied together."


    "Of course. ... I''m just giving you a choice. Whether you want it or not is up to you. How can I force it?"


    "Sir, this is what you ordered."


    At this time, the waiter came over with the dining cart.


    After watching him put the dishes in order, Guo Shouyun picked up the knife and fork, "Come on, let''s eat."


    Matthew nodded and ate.


    When enough for five people, after being eaten by two people, Matthew suddenly frowned, "Boss, the people next to us have been paying attention to us for a long time."


    "You mean the two women on the left?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun turned his head and looked at the adjacent table, where two fashionably dressed young girls were watching them. When he turned his head to look over, one of them was wearing a red suspender slim dress, a tall girl with long blond hair raised her right hand and waved at him.


    "Hi��!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded without saying anything. However, he underestimated the enthusiasm of foreign beauties when they saw handsome guys. And he is obviously a handsome guy who is either rich or expensive.


    "Hello, can I meet you? My name is Monica!"


    The blonde beauty stretched out her right hand towards Guo Shouyun very spontaneously.


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, "Am I being approached?"


    Since the rebirth of the whole person became handsome, he has encountered a lot of cases of being approached by women. But later, as the status improved, the security around him was strengthened, and the opportunity to contact ordinary people became less and less, this kind of chatting thing became less and less.


    "Hello!"


    Out of courtesy, Guo Shouyun stretched out his left hand and shook it.


    A woman who has an innate appreciation for all kinds of luxury goods, her eyes lit up quickly after seeing the limited edition Patek Philippe on his wrist.


    "This is my friend Liv!"


    She pointed to a young girl with long brown wavy hair in a white T-shirt and blue jeans who was sitting opposite.


    "Hello!"


    "Nice to meet you!"


    After the two simply shook hands, the girl named Monica said, "Are you two together?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "That''s great. Today, four of us had an appointment to eat and watch a movie together, but our two companions didn''t come, so we added two more movie tickets. If you want, we invite you to watch it together. Movie."


    "Movie?"


    "Yes, "The Hulk" produced by Universal is very exciting."


    Guo Shouyun, who had planned to refuse, heard the name of the movie and took it back. To be honest, he still wanted to see how the "Hulk" filmed in Justin Lin''s hands was different from Ang Lee.


    In addition, he was not particularly busy tonight, so he nodded after a brief consideration.


    "Thank you so much then!"


    A look of joy appeared on Monica''s face, "You''re welcome, it''s just two movie tickets. ... By the way, are you finished?"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at the leftover plate and nodded.


    "Then let''s go, the movie is about to start."


    "Okay!" After answering, he stood up, "In return for inviting us to watch a movie, I will pay for the meal for the two of you this time!"


    After the words fell, Guo Shouyun walked to the front desk and took out his credit card without waiting for the other party to respond.


    "Thank you!"


    "You''re welcome. How did you get here?"


    "Drive, that red Chevrolet is."


    Following the direction of Monica''s finger Guo Shouyun saw a Chevrolet Cruze parked on the side of the road.


    "what about you?"


    "That black Mercedes-Benz is it!" Guo Shouyun didn''t hide it.


    Although Mercedes-Benz is a luxury car, the ordinary model is the mid-level level in the United States. Although Guo Shouyun''s Mercedes-Benz is a special bulletproof plate, unless someone has researched Mercedes-Benz models, they can''t tell what model it belongs to.


    A flash of disappointment flashed in Monica''s eyes. She originally thought that the other party was driving a sports car such as a Ferrari or a Maserati, but it was just an ordinary Mercedes-Benz SUV.


    However, despite his disappointment, when he thought of the limited edition Patek Philippe that was worth hundreds of thousands of dollars on Guo Shouyun''s wrist just now, as well as the jacket that was worth a lot of money at first glance, his heart became hot again.


    "Can we take your car?"


    "Why, don''t you have a car?"


    "Forgot to cheer up!"

 Chapter 509： Justin Lins "The Hulk"

    ?Chapter 509: Justin Lin version of "The Hulk"


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    More than four years of training in shopping malls, and the experience of rebirth in two lives, if Guo Shouyun can''t see that she is lying, she will have lived for so many years in vain. However, he also really wanted to go to the cinema to see Justin Lin''s "Hulk", so he didn''t say much.


    Take the two to their car.


    Sitting in the co-pilot, Guo Shouyun could clearly hear the deliberately low-pitched communication coming from behind.


    "Monica, why do you have to watch a movie with them? And isn''t our car in good condition?"


    "Liv, didn''t you see it? The guy in front is handsome and rich. The Patek Philippe Global Limited Edition in his hand is priced at $550,000, and even if you have money, you may not be able to buy it. His coat, at the cuff. There is a ''HDG'' logo, which is the classic logo of the top French private clothing designer ''Hubert de Givenchy''."


    "Hubert de Givenchy? The designer famous for designing dresses for Audrey Hepburn?"


    "Yeah!...I saw his private studio introduction in Harper''s Bazaar. If it weren''t for the top rich and aristocratic, even if you were rich, you wouldn''t be able to get the clothes he designed."


    "awesome!"


    "Of course! So, the person in front must be a descendant of a big family, and he looks so handsome, which suits my taste. This time I must seize this rare opportunity. ... By the way, you are not allowed to talk to me. I grab it."


    Young and golden, handsome and handsome, with an extraordinary family background, he is the dream mate of all girls. Liv was also a woman, and she couldn''t help but feel agitated. But seeing her girlfriend''s serious expression, she nodded quickly.


    "But what about Kyle? You know his personality, and if you let him know, he''ll have to fight your admirers."


    "I didn''t agree to his pursuit. It was his wishful thinking to be nice to me. As for the fight, didn''t you see the man driving the car? That''s the bodyguard."


    Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly, there are really people who love vanity. But this is also normal. If everyone is pure, I am afraid that this world is still playing in the mud in primitive society.


    Desires and desires are the fundamental internal causes that promote the development of human society.


    The theater shown on the movie ticket was not far from the place where they ate before, so they arrived in about half an hour.


    "is it here?"


    "Yes! Matrix Cinemas, the best theater in Los Angeles. Especially their 3D theater, the viewing effect is very good."


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly as he looked at the huge building with three floors in front of him and a huge neon signboard with the abbreviation of ''MX'' Matrix Company erected on the top. It is located in the bustling area of ??Los Angeles, with the Sears department store on the left and two streets on the right, which is the bustling Lynn Commercial Street in Los Angeles. The flow of people is very objective. However, it was his first time at the Matrix Cinema in Los Angeles.


    After parking the car in the parking lot outside, the group walked into the theater.


    The first floor is the restaurant, derivative store, retail store, and lounge area operated by Matrix Cinema. The second and third floors are formal cinemas. Driven by Guo Shouyun, Matrix Cinema has installed four 100-seat 3D giant screen halls in each of its two stores in Los Angeles.


    The Hulk is the first IMAX feature film produced by Matrix Pictures. Originally, this honor should belong to the "Polar Express" released by Warner Bros. next year.


    The unprecedented viewing experience also caused the box office explosion of "The Hulk", which exceeded 120 million US dollars in one week of its release. If it weren''t for the fact that the 3D giant screen halls in the United States are too rare today, I believe this number will grow.


    "Show your movie ticket!"


    After checking the tickets, the ticket inspector handed over the torn tickets, 3D eyes, and a number plate.


    "Because there are a lot of people watching the movie in the giant screen hall, please take a seat according to the number after entering the hall."


    Generally speaking, there are some differences between watching movies in American cinemas and Huaxia. The most obvious one is that most of the cinemas here do not need to be seated. Because there are enough theaters, and the number of moviegoers has been basically fixed after decades of development.


    Similar to the Matrix Cinema, the number of screens in the two luxury cinema chains in Los Angeles both exceeds twenty.


    Back to the topic. Because everyone came in together, even if they were seated, the four of them sat together. Of course, Monica chose to sit beside Guo Shouyun. In the middle, she chatted with herself many times, but Guo Shouyun dealt with it.


    After waiting for a few minutes, the movie starts quickly. The gorgeous 3D images instantly attracted exclamations. The overflow effect that pierces the screen is unique when watching movies before.


    Of course, for Guo Shouyun, who has experienced the baptism of AR and is used to seeing 3D movies, the current technology is not very pure 3D movies, and it can''t stir his nerves at all. He is more concerned with the plot than the effect of the film.


    "Justin Lin really is Justin Lin!"


    Guo Shouyun secretly said in his heart.


    Compared with Ang Lee''s "The Hulk", Justin Lin''s version directly cuts the lengthy Oedipus-style father-son story line. It''s a scene of Bruce Banner, played by Mark Ruffage, in college.


    As for his life experience, he used fragmented memories and briefly explained when he communicated with his girlfriend Betty Rose.


    After explaining his life experience, Bruce Banner, who graduated with a doctorate in biology and physics, was approved by General Ross to participate in the experiment of developing new high-energy explosives in cooperation between the military and the university, and later became the Hulk due to an experimental accident. After a lot of destruction, find his girlfriend Betty, and under her comfort, try to control the uncontrollable forces in his body.


    Of course, I have to play a few games with General Ross in the middle. Later, "absorbing people" appeared. After wreaking havoc in the city, the "Hulk" appeared gorgeously in order to defend the people and fulfilled his responsibility as a superhero.


    On the verge of death, the sanity-recovered old Banner tells Bruce Banner why he''s turned into a monster. He left on his deathbed, just like his uncle told Little Spider, "The greater the ability, the greater the responsibility", let Banner control his power and protect his family.


    Banner''s emotions exploded out of control, but he was stopped by his girlfriend Betty, and Banner ran away. But when he ran away, he took away his beautiful girlfriend Betty who voluntarily followed him away. It can be regarded as another kind of "hold the beauty back".


    General Ross saw that his daughter was taken away by a big monster, of course he refused. Just when he was in a rage, SHIELD Nick Fury''s bald head came on stage and stopped General Ross''s rampage.


    At this point, the Hulk Hulk, which laid the foundation for the second part and the Marvel Universe, ends.


    The film tells a simple story with no overly complicated plot. But people generally like "lone hero", "powerful", "resist authoritarian", "beautiful girlfriend" and other plots and routines should have. Coupled with the gorgeous special effects of 3D blessing, a pure and eye-catching popcorn blockbuster was released like this.


    From an artistic point of view, "The Hulk" is really not very good. But from a business standpoint, it was too successful.


    Guo Shouyun was very satisfied with Justin Lin''s performance.


    "The second "Hulk" is still handed over to him to shoot."


    "Boss, the movie is over, let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I''ll go to the bathroom."


    Guo Shouyun, who was planning to get rid of the gold-worshiping woman beside him who was ''unfriendly'' towards him, strode outside before the other party opened his mouth.


    Matthew quickly followed.


    "Monica, the movie is over, let''s go too."


    "No, I haven''t got his phone number yet, so I can''t just leave. Let''s go and wait for him outside."


    "Have you left yet?"


    Matthew, who was standing at the door of the bathroom, shook his head.


    "Why doesn''t she go to the bathroom after watching a movie for two hours?"


    Guo Shouyun originally planned to leave as soon as the other party went to the bathroom. Generally speaking, even if a woman urinates, it must take a lot longer than a man, and he has enough opportunities. But the reality told him that his plan was in vain.


    "Should I drive her away?"


    Matthew smiled. It''s rare to see a shrewd and steady boss having a headache.


    "Why do people invite us to watch a movie, there is no need to make it too ugly. ... Let''s go!"


    After shaking his head, Guo Shouyun turned around and walked out.


    "Bruce...!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun, Monica''s eyes lit up and she trotted up. But just as she ran to Guo Shouyun, before she could speak, she was interrupted by another voice.


    "Monica, who is he? Didn''t you say watch a movie with me? Why didn''t I see you at the beginning? Did you know I''ve been waiting for you here for two hours?"


    A young man in a black coat came over, first pointed at Guo Shouyun, and then said angrily.


    "Kyle?"


    "Answer what I just said, Monica!"


    Anyone who was put on a pigeon for two hours would be angry.


    When he turned his attention to Guo Shouyun the latter spread his hands and said indifferently: "We don''t know each other, it''s just that we happened to be sitting next to each other when we were watching a movie today."


    When the words fell, he turned around and planned to leave.


    "Bruce, wait a minute...!"


    Monica didn''t want to let the "Golden Turtle-in-law" she was optimistic about leave just like that.


    "Miss, please don''t harass my boyfriend in front of my face!"


    Although this woman with a black toad mirror covering half of her face looked familiar, Monica was still somewhat robbed of her beloved, and asked in a tone full of anger and hostility: "Who are you? "


    "You harass my boyfriend and ask me who I am!" After she finished speaking, she turned to Kyle and sarcastically said, "Be optimistic about your woman."


    After he finished speaking, he took Guo Shouyun''s arm and walked outside. Guo Shouyun did not resist in the middle. Going outside smoothly, Guo Shouyun didn''t say anything until he got into the Mercedes-Benz car, "Okay, take off your glasses, don''t you think it''s too dark?"

 Chapter 510： i want to be your lover

    ?Chapter 510 I want to be your lover


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    The woman did what she said, raised her hand and took off the toad mirror. Soon, an amazingly beautiful face appeared in front of him.


    "Mr. Guo, we meet again!"


    "Why did you come to watch a movie?" Guo Shouyun asked after nodding his head.


    "I have nothing to do at night to relax. Besides, it''s my first time starring in a big Hollywood production with an investment of more than 100 million yuan. Of course, I want to see my performance on the screen in person." Eva Green smiled but not respectfully.


    "You''re doing well."


    "Thank you. ... Thank you even more. Without your recommendation, I would not have become the female lead of "Hulk" as a newcomer." After a pause, "Mr. Guo, it''s time now. It''s still early. Why don''t you come and have a drink at my place."


    Looking at the plump career line that Eva Green deliberately brought in front of her under the black silk sling, as well as her seductive eyes and expressions. The last time he was in France, the situation of the other party groaning under him reappeared in his mind again. It made Guo Shouyun''s heart become hot.


    "The wine I store there is better."


    "That''s my honor!"


    Eva Green, who could hear Guo Shouyun''s voice clearly, wrapped his arms around him and snuggled into his arms.


    "Matthew, go home!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    A night of wind ~ flow, needless to say.


    The next day, looking at the woman lying in his arms, Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows slightly. Eva Green can make him lose his composure, and he does have his own specialties. In addition to being beautiful and having a good figure, the contradictory temperament that combines the pure face with the charming in the bones is the most deadly poppy~li for men.


    "Hey...!"


    After groaning, Eva Green, whose eyes trembled slightly for a moment, opened her eyes. After a short period of confusion, looking at the man beside her, a hint of admiration flashed on her face, her body turned over, and the tender body that was lying on her side lay on the man''s sturdy body. Then he raised his jaw, not caring that his plump upper circumference was exposed to the eyes of the other party.


    "What, there''s something on my face?"


    "No, I just want to take a closer look at what the best man in the world looks like."


    "The best?" Guo Shouyun chuckled and shook his head, "There are too many people in this world who are better than me."


    "Really? But I don''t think anyone can compare to you. ... Self-made, young and handsome, talented, tech elite, film and television giant, billionaire, you have almost all the labels that represent excellence."


    Although he had heard many similar compliments, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help feeling contented after hearing this from this woman''s mouth and seeing the obsession on his face and the admiration in his eyes. This is the basic emotion of a man conquering a woman, Guo Shouyun also has it, but he will not get carried away.


    "Can I come here often in the future?"


    Glancing at her, "Why?"


    "I want to be your lover forever!"


    "Do you know what price you have to pay for saying this?" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "Of course I do. However, I gave you my body for the first time, and my heart has long been with you. I don''t like other men, so I might as well be with you all the time. Besides not being able to have a legal marriage, We have everything that a husband and wife should have, and I am very satisfied. Besides, how can a woman be restrained by a successful man like you, who has been married all the time."


    After taking a deep look at the woman''s bright eyes, Guo Shouyun said lightly, "You are very smart."


    "One of the smartest things I''ve done is to choose to be with you." Eva Green withdrew her hand and lay on the man''s sturdy chest, listening to the strong heartbeat in her ear, and said softly, " Actually, I didn''t plan to attend the banquet in France last year. But when I saw you on the guest list, I decided to go, just to see what the most famous young talent in the world looks like. When I really saw you, I knew that you are someone I can''t get rid of in my life."


    Reaching out his hand to lift the woman''s chin, looking at this delicate and charming face mixed with innocence and charm, "Whether what you say is true or not, when you come here for the third time, you''d better do what you just said. Otherwise, you don''t have to come again. I''m not interested in women who have been defiled by other men."


    "I will always belong to you only a man!"


    Eva Green nodded and affirmed.


    Guo Shouyun''s heart moved, his head stretched forward, and after kissing the delicate lips that were close at hand, he rolled over and pressed her under him.


    After some morning exercise, Guo Shouyun took a shower, dressed and walked out.


    "Boss, breakfast is ready for you."


    After glancing at the woman following the boss, Wu Xiaojing''s eyes flashed with a trace of complexity, and then she said calmly.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he walked to the dining table and sat down. Eva Green, wearing a white shirt, sat opposite him.


    "Where are you going in a while? I''ll have someone take you off."


    "No! I haven''t worked these days. I won''t go to France with the crew until after the Oscars to promote "The Hulk"."


    After nodding clearly, "Then you can stay here! But be careful when you go out. I don''t want me to be an American talking point after dinner."


    "Um!"


    After breakfast, leaving Eva Green behind, Guo Shouyun took Matthew to the headquarters of the Matrix Company.


    100 Plaza Avenue in Universal City, California, between Los Angeles and Burbank, has moved the Matrix headquarters from Santa Monica since the acquisition of Universal.


    Because of the phone call in advance, Buddy Morris, the CEO in charge of the daily management of the matrix company, had prepared the company''s information early and waited here.


    "boss!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Sit down."


    "Here''s the latest, Matrix company''s financial information you''ve requested."


    After taking a look, Guo Shouyun handed it over to Wang Jue beside him.


    "I''ll take it back and watch it again. How is the contact with MGM?"


    "Gary Barber did not refuse, nor did UU Reading . In addition, he also wanted to work with us on "Iron Man"."


    "It seems that he still doesn''t give up!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Indeed. However, MGM''s business has become increasingly difficult to maintain. After a few months, I believe he will let go."


    "Keep an eye on it, don''t let others pick the fruit ahead of us."


    "do not worry!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "Gary Barber will also be present at this Oscars ceremony. Make an appointment with him for me, and I will meet him."


    "You want to do it yourself?"


    "Don''t delay things that can end early, otherwise there will be variables, and our previous foreshadowing will be in vain."


    "Yes, I will contact you immediately."

 Chapter 511： The Dark Universe Series and Van Helsings Modification

    ?Chapter 511: Dark Universe Series and Van Helsing''s Magic Change


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    "Has the company''s shooting plan for next year come out?"


    "In addition to "Pirates of the Caribbean 2" and "National Treasure 2" in cooperation with Universal, we are currently considering two more!"


    "Which two?"


    "Van Helsing and the second installment of "The Celestial Warriors"."


    ""Fan Haixin"?!" Guo Shouyun''s expression moved.


    "Does the boss know?"


    Of course Guo Shouyun knows that there are famous bad movies in Hollywood history. Production and promotion, the total investment is nearly 180 million US dollars, but the global box office is only 300 million. Even if the income from the movie is added, such a result will make the producer suffer miserably.


    However, "Van Helsing" lost money and lost money, but Universal had to make it, because this is one of the "Dark Universe movies" created by Guo Shouyun for the matrix.


    At the time of his rebirth, Universal''s "Dark Universe series" was very popular online. But the failure of "The New Mummy" kept Universal silent for a few years. But the booming of Disney''s ''Marvel Universe'' and Warner''s ''DC Universe'' next door, as well as the rise of Legendary Pictures'' ''Monster Universe'', made Universal once again eager to use Tom''s popularity to restart "Van Helsing".


    But at the time of his rebirth, he hadn''t seen the movie yet. But now Guo Shouyun has more advantages than the world of later generations. First, the two "The Mummy" films have sold well all over the world and have a solid fan base. Second, now


    "Van Helsing" is still a blank piece of paper. He can use his previous knowledge to fix those mindless bugs as much as possible and increase its box office.


    After shaking his head towards Buddy Morris, "I just thought the name was interesting. By the way, is there a script for this movie?"


    "Yes, I''ll get it for you!"


    Soon, Buddy Morris took a printed script from his safe and handed it over to Guo Shouyun.


    Then simply flip over. Sure enough, many of the plots in it are the same as the movies I watched in my previous life.


    "This is Stephen Sommers'' script?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, wondering if this guy burned his head after the two "Mummy" films became popular. "Van Helsing" seems to him to have established several key features of losing money.


    First, write the heroine to death. Regardless of the movie, anyone who dares to do this will in all likelihood get cold. And "Van Helsing" is not a literary film, but a "commercial film" of popcorn. What is the basis of commercial film making money? It''s not that you want to act with a lot of connotation, but to make the audience enjoy and enjoy watching it. Basically the same idea as the network. Therefore, the act of writing the heroine to death is completely killing herself.


    Second, the main line is not clear. The main line of "Van Helsing" should be a mixture of male and female protagonists to fight monsters. As a result, you first broadcast "Frankenstein" for ten minutes? To know that "Frankenstein" is a complete movie, although it is already an old movie. For those who haven''t seen this movie, the first ten minutes are completely confusing and have nothing to do with the main story. It''s too much, and 132 minutes can''t explain this story line. If Frankenstein appeared to help male and female bishops fight monsters, there are so many great people in the Holy See, and just adding one can replace his role.


    Third, the propaganda failed. How to say it is a big production of 160 million US dollars, and you spent less than 20 million publicity fees? This expenditure, let alone compared with other blockbusters with an investment of over 100 million yuan, is not comparable to ordinary medium productions. Similar to "The Hangover 2" released by Matrix Films this year, the production fee of 40 million yuan has reached 30 million yuan. These days, "the fragrance of wine is also afraid of deep alleys." If you don''t promote it, you still want to make money?


    Fourth, the atmosphere is too depressing. Originally, the atmosphere of a dark movie was depressing enough, and "Van Helsing" was even more so. When Guo Shouyun watched it, he was almost crushed to death by the medieval religious atmosphere. A commercial blockbuster of popcorn can have a depressing plot, but you also need to have a time to let the audience relax. For example, the hero and heroine are flirting, rolling the sheets, and adding a happy black man or a fat man in the middle to make a gag. But these routines commonly used in Hollywood commercial films were completely abandoned by the director.


    The reason why the routine is called a routine is that it works very well in most cases.


    Others, in Guo Shouyun''s opinion, will not mention the small mistakes that need to be corrected. In short, the entire script of "Van Helsing" needs to be changed.


    "Have you bought this book?"


    "Bought it!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took out the pen he carried with him from his pocket, thought about it, and wrote while talking on the script of "Van Helsing".


    "First of all, for the whole story, it''s too hasty to make it clear through a movie. "Van Helsing" needs to be made into a trilogy. The first part, which is this book, removes the Frankenstein plot and changes it to A brief introduction to the origin of Dracula and the three vampire brides, remove the plot of Anna Valerie''s death, and add some emotional exchanges to adjust the atmosphere. Dracula and the three vampire brides are mainly sealed, not killed , paving the way for the future.��


    "The second part, based on Van Helsing''s life experience, did not establish new vampire enemies with him. For example, the thirteen clans and the like. The last part, writing the final battle. Through tracing, Van Helsing finally learned that he and Dracula were actually Brother, their parents are a combination of gods and mortals, but the male **** who likes him as the mother of gods cursed them both out of hatred and jealousy. As a result, one became a vampire and the other became a werewolf. Understand the final life experience Van Helsing took the initiative to unblock his younger brother Dracula, and then they united to fight against the conspirators who held the power of the gods. In the end, justice defeated evil and the evil **** was sealed."


    Guo Shouyun''s words are flying, and his writing is like a god, and all kinds of classic Internet jokes emerge from the brain hole. Buddy Morris, who was next to him, was stunned.


    "Old... Boss, are you sure you want to shoot like this?" Buddy Morris asked after swallowing.


    "Can''t you?"


    "It''s not impossible. But it''s changed too much!"


    This is a whole new Zeus-style heroic story.


    "With a new story, the changes will of course be big. Also, when editing, I need to work harder on the part that involves God. I don''t want to get involved in a legal lawsuit with the church."


    "Yes!"


    Buddy Morris nodded with some difficulty.


    Looking at his masterpiece, Guo Shouyun was quite satisfied. When it comes to brain holes, he has never been afraid of anyone after 20 years in the Chinese Internet industry.


    "Also, change the book, don''t let Stephen Sommers take it?"


    "Does the boss have another candidate in mind?"


    "Christopher Nolan, the one who made "Memento"!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    As a dark movie, Nolan''s "Batman: The Rise of the Dark Knight" has a good reputation at the box office. It is a safer choice for Guo Shouyun to let him hold the computer.


    "...By the way, when editing the script, you can also listen to his opinions!"


    "clear!"


    "Is there a script for "Warrior of Heaven"?"


    "At this!"


    After taking a quick glance, Guo Shouyun had a vague sense of familiarity, but it was not too clear.


    "How was the box office of the first film?"


    "The production cost is 23 million, the publicity cost is 15 million, the US box office is 39 million, the global box office is 65 million, and the peripheral income is just over 100 million."


    "So it''s still profitable!"


    "Yes! Otherwise we wouldn''t have considered the second part."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "What about this second film? It can be handed over to Universal, at least 100 million or more."


    "$120 million! Plus, Vin Diesel, the lead actor in the last movie, wants to be a producer on this movie."


    Guo Shouyun frowned instantly. The United States is different from China. The producer is the core of a film, which directly determines the filming of the film and the choice of actors, and has the ''power to kill''.


    "Does he have any experience with this?"


    "In 1997, he wrote, directed and starred in The Man with a Thousand Faces. It participated in the Saint Denis Film Festival and was well received, but it did not perform well at the box office. Other than that, there is nothing else."


    "That is, he''s going to take $120 million from me to test the waters for his own abilities?"


    Buddy Morris, who could hear the dissatisfaction in his tone, said quickly: "Actually, I''m not too optimistic about such a huge investment in this movie, but considering the good performance of the first one, I stayed..."


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand and interrupted him.


    "Let him find another production company. Universal doesn''t want this "Tianyu Warrior"."


    But he has basically seen all the big blockbuster Hollywood movies after 2000 more than once. There is no "Senyu Warrior" figure in it. This shows that the box office of the movie is not too outstanding. In this case, why did Guo Shouyun spend so much to shoot it?


    Moreover, it is not like "Van Helsing", it is an indispensable existence to create the "Dark Universe Series", and Guo Shouyun has no intention to carefully craft it. Moreover, he has many more marketable options.


    "Yes!"


    "Apart from "Shanyu Warrior", are there other options?"


    "temporarily unavailable."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after thinking for a while, "Didn''t we buy the film and television copyright of "Transformers" from Hasbro? Let''s start shooting the first film next year."


    "OK!"


    "What about Matrix Films?"


    "At present, there are 9 confirmed films, "The Bourne 2", "The Ghost Story 3", "Underworld 1", "High Calcium Boy", "Meet the Father-in-law 2", "BJ''s Single Diary 2" , "Big Company Small Boss", "Weekend Midnight Light", "La La Little Wild Cat 2"."


    After listening carefully to what Buddy Morris said, Guo Shouyun did not ask in more detail. He has seen half of these small and medium-sized films, and the films he has watched show that at least the box office is good. Otherwise, it will not be in Huaxia. Those he hasn''t seen, even if they lose money, they won''t shake their foundations. Leave it to Buddy Morris and Matrix CEO Kevin Young to decide for themselves.


    "The sales performance of Matrix Games in the first half of the year should be good, right?"


    "Indeed! "Call of Duty" and "Legend of Survival" developed by Valve Studio continued to sell well, with 6.5 million copies sold in the first half of the year, plus "Half-Life" and "Counter-Strike", 03 In the five months of 2018, Valve sold 9.327 million game discs, setting a record for the highest revenue since the company was founded."


    A set of game CDs is generally around 60~80 US dollars. According to the sales performance of Valve, the five-month revenue exceeds 700 million. After deducting costs, channel fees, and taxes, the net profit is $190 million!


    "In addition, the legendary studio in Korea and the rare studio in China, although the revenue is not as high as that of the Valve Studio, but also has 430 million US dollars, and the net profit reaches 126 million US dollars."


    "Xue Leshan Studio is newly built, and its three game development teams, in addition to the earliest established team responsible for the development of the ''Homeland series games'', have released the first expansion piece, and the rest are responsible for the ''Ghost series'' and ''Hunting series''. The two groups of the Witcher'' series are still in the planning stage and are still far from the actual launch."


    Having been the boss of a game company for so many years, Guo Shouyun also has some basic understanding of the production of a game.


    From a game production point of view, it is mainly divided into two parts, one is the program and the other is the planning. Programming is about whether your game can be played, and planning is about whether your game is fun.


    With a good game plan, then coding, that is, programming; next is art, drawing game characters; next is UI, which is game registration, start, end, backpack, health bar, skills, etc. The various pages; finally the dubbing.


    After the whole process is finished, a game is almost done.


    It''s simple to say, but it really depends on the year.

 Chapter 512： Matrix (top)

    ?Chapter 512 The Matrix (Part 1)


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    "Blizzard Studio, with its three game development teams, is responsible for the second of "Diablo 3" and the third responsible for the development of "StarCraft 2 Wings of Liberty". The two teams are still in the game planning stage, and the first team is responsible for The developed "Warcraft 3 Frozen Throne" has entered the final testing stage, and if nothing else, it will be available globally on July 1 this year. At the same time, relying on the historical background and characters of Warcraft, the online game "World of Warcraft" is developed. 90% has been completed, and it is expected to be able to conduct internal testing by the end of the year. It will be officially released in mid-2004."


    "Fantasy Studio, its three game development teams, have little difference in progress. Relying on the three series of "Pirates of the Caribbean", "National Treasure" and "Harry Potter", the game has been planned and is currently in the process of planning. In the development stage, it is estimated that the inner side will be able to be unfolded early next year.��


    Compared with the three old studios of Valve, Journey to the West, and Legend, although Xueleshan and Blizzard were established earlier, under the ravages of Vivendi, except for Blizzard, Xueleshan almost died. Fantasy belongs to Xinjian, and it is not surprising that the two of them are behind in progress.


    "Gabe Newell plans to hold the Matrix Game Elite Invitational Tournament in South Korea?" Guo Shouyun continued to ask after nodding his head.


    "Yes! ... At present, Blizzard''s Battle.net global registration number has exceeded 10 million. In order to gather popularity, enhance brand awareness, and also to announce the company''s new games, so there will be the Korea Global Game Elite Invitational Tournament in January next year. However, , which was originally the plan of Blizzard Studio, and was later promoted to the entire matrix game by Gabe. The competition items were also composed of "Warcraft", "Diablo", "StarCraft", and added "Counter-Strike", "Half-Life". Life and Call of Duty."


    "Gabo''s eyes are sharp. I remember that the original Matrix game itself had a battle.net?"


    "Yes, but after the acquisition of Blizzard, the two battle.net have been integrated."


    "That''s not bad, I won''t bother anymore." Guo Shouyun nodded, "What''s the budget for this ''Matrix Elite Invitational''?"


    "$1.5 million!"


    "$1.5 million? This budget is too low." Guo Shouyun shook his head. He was very aware of the amazing profits of the future game market. Matrix games wanted to become the undisputed No. 1 in this industry. In addition to sophisticated games, peripheral games Publicity cannot be left behind.


    "In this way, increase the budget of this ''Matrix Game Elite Invitational'' to 10 million US dollars."


    "10 million?" Buddy Morris asked in surprise.


    "That''s right. ... In addition, the name should be changed, from the ''Matrix Game Elite Invitational'' to the ''Matrix Game Carnival'', which is held on January 5th every year. In addition to the competition, there should also be song and dance performances, a fancy dress party featuring game characters, As well as a food and game exhibition, which lasts for one week. In addition, 200 lucky spectators are drawn from Battle.net, with full airfare and room and board expenses, and let them participate in the carnival live. The game live and performance, through Canal+, and TNT TV, And the Hulu network, live broadcast to the world simultaneously.��


    With just a few words, Guo Shouyun turned an internal ''gathering party'' directed and performed by Matrix into a large-scale entertainment event for the world.


    "Boss, with such a scale, the budget of 10 million may not be enough!"


    A cabaret performance means inviting some stars to play, and their appearance fees are not cheap. Even if it is discounted in the face of the matrix, 10 million is definitely not enough.


    "Then increase the size of the budget. We have made a lot of money this year. And we can pay less tax by spending money."


    A game carnival can not only enhance the user stickiness and attractiveness of matrix games. If done well, with the exponential growth of the global gaming population, the benefits of Matrix will only increase.


    Seeing the big boss made up his mind, Buddy Morris didn''t say anything more. And he is not a fool, and he can also see the benefits of the matrix game carnival. However, compared to Guo Shouyun, he is more worried about the ratio of investment to income. If the investment yields better-than-expected returns, that''s all the better. If not, it''s a real headache.


    "How about Marvel? Is Ike Palmut still working on a new superhero comic?"


    "After the boss chatted with him last time, he changed his mind. He established the Marvel Comics website and opened the platform for all cartoonists to upload their works. At present, more than 500 cartoonists around the world and more than 3,000 different works have been included. It currently has 23 million registered users and generated $15.88 million in revenue."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. The role of Marvel Comics, like Reading and Tencent Pan-Entertainment, is the most upstream IP provider. So when transforming Marvel Comics, he told Marvel CEO Ike Palmut about the architecture of the later Tencent animation platform. Then came the Marvel Comics website. Now it seems that the other party is doing pretty well.


    Seeing that he had no more words, Buddy Morris took the initiative to say: "Pixar is currently producing two animations, one is "Kung Fu Panda 1" adapted by the boss, and the other is "The Incredibles" "."


    Hearing "The Incredibles", Guo Shouyun was unconsciously relieved. Although he changed the future of Pixar, many things were not lost with his adaptation. This is the best. The smaller the butterfly effect he creates, the more valuable the future he knows will be Is there enough money? "


    "Finding Nemo''s global box office is nearly 900 million, and the net profit belonging to Pixar is 250 million US dollars. It is enough to develop two animations at the same time."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Finding Nemo" was a big hit at the box office, making him the author a lot of money. You know, for any movie, TV series or anime adapted from him, he will charge 10% of the total box office and peripheral income as a copyright fee.


    Therefore, after a "Finding Nemo" came down, Guo Shouyun''s income exceeded 100 million US dollars.


    Moreover, his films released by Matrix this year are not only "Finding Nemo", "Spirit Ghost Record 3", "Spring in the Cattle Class", "Heartbeat" and "Fifty Shades of Darkness" are also given to him. brought in over 100 million in revenue. In addition to publishing and the income he deserves as chairman and director of various companies, Guo Shouyun''s income in 2003 is close to 500 million US dollars, excluding company assets and other companies'' equity investment income.


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    After tax avoidance, about 20% of the tax is still deducted, leaving the remaining $420 million. It is he who invests in Huaxia real estate, maintains his more than a dozen luxury villas around the world, as well as the normal expenses of the family, as well as the total expenses of Yulin Island''s equipment replenishment and training expenses.


    He will make even more next year with the release of "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "National Treasure," which already have an audience base.


    Why Rowling''s "Harry Potter" can be worth more than one billion yuan, James Patterson, Paula Hawkins and other famous people can easily earn more than 100 million yuan, because once the derivative copyright of the work is developed, the long-term income generated The tail effect is even more striking than compound interest on financial investments.


    "Matrix Cinemas, we currently have 27 ultra-luxury cinemas with more than 20 halls in operation, 55 3D giant screens and 563 ordinary screens! 9 are still in the renovation stage, and 13 are planned for investment. By the end of the year, we can still increase the number of screens by one-third. In the first five months of 2003, the total revenue was 270 million US dollars, which was 3.2 times the average profit of American theaters.��


    "The drainage of the 3D giant screen viewing experience, the gathering effect of large cinema chains, the location advantages of being located in prosperous areas and near commercial centers, and the service advantages of combining catering, retail, and leisure have allowed us to produce a cinema that far surpasses other cinema chains. income.��


    Guo Shouyun said with a smile: "In the future, this advantage will play an increasingly important role in the revenue of Matrix Cinemas. Of course, the most useful thing is the real estate of the cinemas we own."


    "It''s still the boss''s foresight. Now the price increase of many of the theater properties we bought earlier is enough for us to repay the loan."


    Although the real estate in the United States is not in the ascendant like Huaxia, and the growth of major cities has doubled, it has generally increased by 20~35% compared to the investment in Matrix Cinemas since the beginning! And, this will go even higher as U.S. real estate rises. Just the appreciation of fixed assets is enough for Matrix Cinemas to smooth out its liabilities, and compared with other cinemas, it does not have to bear the cost of renting venues. This is conducive to creating higher revenue and increasing competitiveness.


    "In terms of Universal Pictures, the "Spider-Man 2" released in March has now been drawn, with a total US box office of 373 million US dollars. The following will soon arrange a global release, with the basis of the first film and the US box office guarantee, "Spider-Man" 2'' should gross around $800 million."


    "The Hulk, which was released on May 25th, has achieved a box office of 164 million US dollars in 10 days. Although the film''s reputation is not good among film critics, it is good in the eyes of the audience. The box office curve is not comparable. The "Spider-Man 2" that was just drawn is poor, so after two months, the "Hulk" should have a box office of between 350 million and 400 million US dollars. The global box office should also be roughly the same as that of "Spider-Man 2". "


    "Sony is only afraid that the bowels of regret are all green!" After listening, Guo Shouyun suddenly laughed.


    "Three "Spider-Man", just released two and created a box office of 1.6 billion US dollars, if you add the third one, it is almost close to 2.5 billion US dollars. In contrast, relying on the boss "The Da Vinci Code" adaptation Although the movie is also very good at the box office, it is a lot worse than Spider-Man." Buddy Morris also laughed.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Because of this incident, Howard Stringer may have also suffered a lot of pressure from Sony''s board of directors."


    "That''s for sure. And many people in Hollywood are watching his jokes behind their backs!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "By the way, will he attend this Oscars ceremony?"


    "It was not certain before. But if the boss participates, I think he will not miss it."


    "Well!... It seems that I have to prepare well. Howard Stringer is not an easy guy to deal with. He has suffered a loss with us, and he will definitely find a way to get it back."


    "This has nothing to do with the boss, it''s just that his vision is not as long-term as yours."


    "For those who suffered losses, they never thought it was his own problem." Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly.


    "Then are you ready to...?"


    "The soldiers will come to block, and the water will cover the soil. Moreover, our matrix is ??not controlled by his Howard Stringer''s emotions!" After a pause, "what about the other two movies?"


    "The Furious Sea: The Polar Expedition" is scheduled to be released on August 1, and "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" will be released on November 15."


    "In terms of Matrix Films, the best box office performance is "Fake Tenjin", with an investment of 80 million, a North American box office of 243 million, and a global box office of 485 million US dollars."


    "Fake God" Guo Shouyun has been swiped on the Internet several times. The combination of Jim Carrey and Jennifer Aniston is really funny and warm. Morgan Freeman''s acting is also very sophisticated.


    It''s a pity that the second film a few years later, because of the absence of Jim Carrey and Jennifer Aniston, and the pale storyline, Universal''s nearly $140 million investment was squandered. It became a big bad movie like "Future Water World".


    "...Fifty Shades of Darkness, adapted from The Boss, was $115 million at the North American box office and $381 million worldwide."


    As soon as Buddy Morris finished speaking, he suddenly sighed after seeing the big boss on the opposite side raise his eyebrows.


    "What''s the matter with you?"


    "Knowing that I wouldn''t write ''Fifty Shades of Grey''. Now with the movie and the media coverage, all Americans think I like SM!"


    In the past, when "Fifty Shades of Grey" was only a movie it was only circulated among young people. But by the time she made it to the big screen and made an astonishing box office, most classes across the United States knew about the film.


    Soon, some tabloids who usually like to gossip started to hype with his popularity. Then it was reprinted by the "Wall Street Journal", "New York Times" and other media that didn''t like him very much in the first place. In an instant, whether Guo Shouyun had SM tendencies, or whether he was an unknown SM madman, was circulated in the public opinion.


    "Boss, this kind of thing should be brought to justice!" Buddy Morris said solemnly.


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "If I really do this, I''m in their favor. You are also in the media, so you should be very clear that if you want to stir up a hot event, you need both parties to cooperate."


    "Don''t you just ignore it?"


    "Of course not. However, I''m not going to do it now. ... There is a proverb in the East called ''to hit a snake, to hit seven inches''. It means: once you choose to shoot, you will kill the opponent. So, no more I won''t do it until I find the key and I have enough confidence." Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly.

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    "How much is the box office of Matrix now?" Guo Shouyun continued to ask.


    "At present, we have released and released 11 films, with a North American box office of 537 million and a global box office of 1.24 billion US dollars. If nothing else, our matrix will be the number one film company in the world in terms of total box office revenue this year."


    Guo Shouyun has no doubts about this. The North American box office is just over 10 billion US dollars a year, and the global box office is now about 30 billion US dollars. At present, the movies that have been released by Matrix, such as "Spider-Man 2", "Hulk", "Fifty Shades of Darkness", "Fake God" and so on, have been combined, and the North American box office has exceeded 1.8 billion US dollars, and more What''s more, there are "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" that are destined to be popular in the back, and the much-anticipated "Fight for the Furious: Polar Expedition".


    Guo Shouyun nodded and continued: "How long will the expansion of Universal Studios Hollywood end?"


    "It will be over in August this year, Orlando and Barcelona may be slower."


    Not surprisingly, Universal Studios in Orlando and Barcelona started construction later than Universal Studios in Hollywood. Certainly earlier than Universal Studios Osaka.


    "You should have confidence in the construction of Singapore, China Magic Capital and Beijing, and the three Universal Studios now?" Guo Shouyun asked with a smile.


    "The boss can see it clearly. After taking over the business of Universal and Warner, our matrix has grown into the world''s top media company, with revenue of US$5.54 billion in the first quarter of 2003. Although the second quarter has not yet ended, it has grown from According to the existing data, it is a high probability to surpass the first quarter. Judging from the growth curve of the first two quarters, the revenue of the matrix will exceed 20 billion US dollars in 2003. It is enough to support the expansion of Universal Studios. And Xinjian." After a pause, he glanced at the big boss, "But this way, we don''t have much financial surplus. In addition, other subsidiaries will have opinions if a large amount of funds are allocated to support Universal Studios."


    "Financial balance is healthier. As for the surplus, when we stop expanding, the financial surplus will naturally be there. But I don''t want to see that day come too soon. As for the dissatisfaction of other subsidiaries, it is not surprising. After all, no one wants to make their own money, but let others enjoy the fruits of their labor. But as mature professional managers, I believe that although they have opinions, they will cooperate with the scheduling of the head office. In addition, as the company''s CEO, in When this happens, you also have to play an active role in balancing the internal discord."


    No matter what stage the society develops, this kind of psychology will exist. Smart leaders should not just suppress this kind of comparison psychology, but how to use this kind of psychology to stimulate the potential of employees and let them play a greater role.


    "clear!"


    "I heard that The Voice of America, co-produced by Universal Music and Matrix Media, is about to start broadcasting?" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Yes! On June 15th, the first episode will be officially launched at 8 pm on Saturday night on C public television."


    "Hopefully get a good start."


    "I believe the boss''s creativity will definitely make this show a hit!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled. No one knows better than him the global appeal and universality of a good voice.


    "That''s right. This is the ratings data of the first season of "Lost" co-broadcasted by Canal+ and TNT. The highest single episode rating is 10.73, and the average rating is 6.89. It is by far the most popular TV series broadcast by the entire matrix media. ."


    For American dramas, the ratings of about 1.5 generally mean that they are unqualified, and renewals are worrying. 2.0 or so is qualified and can start shooting for the next season. 3.0 or so is excellent, and there is no problem in shooting the next season. And above 3.0 means extremely good, which can bring a lot of profits to producers and broadcast platforms. If the ratings break 10, it is not as simple as being excellent, but extremely popular.


    I dare not say that it is a household name, but it is also at the level of "In the Name of the People" and "Friends".


    "...a ''Lost'' that added 1.47 million pay-TV subscribers to Canal+, TNT and $127 million in revenue."


    "What about "Prison Break"? I remember that it''s finished filming, right?" Guo Shouyun continued to ask.


    Compared with "Lost", "Prison Break" is what really makes him value, making Canal+ and TNT become the classic series of mainstream pay TV channels. Of course, Fox''s brainless story of writing Sarah to death, and the two brothers can only live one **** story, Guo Shouyun had already changed it when he wrote it. Therefore, the situation of "Prison Break"''s decline in ratings for the next two seasons will no longer exist. Even if the ratings drop because of the lapse of novelty, it can guarantee that "Prison Break" will be made into a long series like "The Walking Dead" on the condition of paying for it.


    "Yes! It will officially take over "Lost" at 8 pm next Friday!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Remember to give me a call when the ratings come out."


    "clear!"


    "Is Hulu going well?"


    "With our copyright library and Time Warner''s backing, Hulu''s network registered users exceeded 25 million within 9 months, with 1.72 million paid subscribers. Revenue was $147 million and net profit was $54 million." After a pause, Buddy Morris looked at Guo Shouyun with admiration, "Everything is as the boss said, Internet video sites are really promising."


    "You want to buy 50% of Warner''s shares?" Looking at Buddy Morris'' expression, Guo Shouyun guessed what he was thinking.


    "Everything is hidden from the boss."


    After waving his hand at will, "Warners won''t sell it, and they are not fools. Moreover, if a video website wants to run well, the most important thing is resources, that is, the film library. Although our matrix is ??strong, we are only among the Hollywood giants. Only one of them. Only cooperate, or stay out of the way like Netflix. Otherwise, the video site will not be big!"


    "I understand!" After a moment of indulgence, Buddy Morris nodded.


    Looking at Buddy Morris, who was calm and confident, but also more decisive, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but think of the situation when the two first met.


    "Buddy, we first met at Starbucks on Wood Street, right?"


    This sudden question made Buddy Morris stunned for a moment and then quickly answered: "Well! At that time, I was panicking because of investment mistakes, and Morris'' company was facing bankruptcy. If it wasn''t for the acquisition by the boss, and let me continue to serve as the matrix The CEO of the company, I am afraid that I will be sleeping on the street at that time. As for the CEO of a world-class media giant like now, I didn''t even think about it at the time. In contrast, when I first met, the boss said to me , to develop Matrix into a media giant comparable to Disney and Time Warner. At the time, I only thought you were young and frivolous, but now, you are really thoughtful and admirable!"


    "A longer-term goal will motivate us to keep striving. ... However, I didn''t expect the matrix to develop to the current level so quickly."


    The last sentence, Guo Shouyun really thought so. For Matrix, his original plan was from 2000 to 2004. In these five years, he would lay the foundation and then acquire MGM and step into the ranks of Hollywood giants. Ten years later, when the wave of Hollywood mergers came again, it grabbed the acquisition of Time Warner in front of AT&T, and completely established the matrix''s status as a world-class media giant.


    But what surprised him was that he could get so much from the capital market through the Argentine financial crisis, 9/11, the war in Afghanistan and the war in Iraq in a desperate situation. With the support of the restructured capital, the original long-term plan of more than ten years has been realized in just a few years.


    After falling into his own thoughts for a while, Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Take this information and take me to inspect the various departments of the company!"


    "Okay, wait a minute!"


    After helping Buddy Morris collect the materials, the two walked around the company headquarters and had a more detailed understanding of the business details of the matrix company before Guo Shouyun left.


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    Back at his home in Los Angeles, Eva Green, who was reading a book, greeted him.


    "Later you go back and prepare an evening dress to attend the Oscars with me tomorrow night."


    Eva Green is not stupid, Guo Shouyun''s words obviously gave her some kind of promise.


    "Then I''ll go back and get ready!"


    As a rising star in Hollywood, she also has her own residence in Los Angeles. And it''s not far from Guo Shouyun.


    "Um!"


    Looking at Eva Green, who had a happy face and turned to leave after saying goodbye, Guo Shouyun stared for a while, then turned and walked back to the study.


    This woman is very smart, but he doesn''t mind giving her a little promise while enjoying the tenderness. Moreover, Eva Green''s openness between the bed and the scorpion, as well as the extreme beauty, really made Guo Shouyun a bit reluctant.


    The Academy Awards, the full name of the "Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Awards". This award, established in 1928 to encourage the development of film art and careers, has become the most watched film art award in the world with the expansion of American influence and the spread of Hollywood film and television dramas. Every year, it attracts live broadcasts from more than 100 media and networks around the world. It can be called the top art event in the world.


    This year''s Academy Awards have been postponed from March to the end of May because of the Iraq War. The venue has also changed from the Los Angeles Music Center to the newly built, 3,500-seat Kodak Theater.


    There is no doubt that the stars are destined to shine here tonight.


    "Brother Zhou, why are there so many media?"


    Qi Yunfei, who is still in the internship period, is reporting abroad for the first time. Although he has long expected that there will be many media participating in the Oscar Awards Gala, there are too many. From the entrance of the theater to the end of the red carpet, the cameras on both sides are enough to open several equipment stores.


    "This is the Academy Awards, and of course there will be a lot of media."


    Zhou Qi replied.


    Compared with Qi Yunfei, he has been working in CCTV for almost ten years, and he has already reported on the six Academy Awards, so he has long been surprised.


    After nodding clearly, "Did there be so many last year?"


    "A lot more than last year!"


    After Zhou Qi looked at his colleagues around him, he was a little surprised.


    "More than last year?"


    "Yeah! There were more than 130 media covering the Academy Awards last year, and today there must be more than 200." After that, Zhou Qi''s face became more thoughtful, "It seems that there are many Academy Awards this time. The big man is coming... Yunfei, adjust the camera later, don''t make any mistakes."


    "Don''t worry. When I came out in the morning, I checked it twice, and it was definitely fine." Qi Yunfei patted his chest and assured.


    "That''s good!"


    "Brother Zhou, how do you know that there are big people? Is it just a lot of media?"


    "Of course not!" Zhou Qiyi pointed to the camera crew not far to the left, marked ''FORTUNE'' on the cameras and microphones, "I have reported on the Academy Awards for six years, and I have only seen Fortune Magazine here twice. The first time was because the well-known Microsoft CEO Bill Gates participated in the Academy Awards at that time, and this time I am afraid he is also a figure comparable to him, attracting financial media such as "Fortune" and "Time". ."


    "I really want to know who is so attractive." Qi Yunfei couldn''t help but look forward to it.


    "Hehe, wide-eyed and stared honestly. I believe it won''t take long before we know."


    "Um!"


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    "Your evening dress is beautiful!"


    "Thank you. I ordered this specifically from Milan."


    Eva Green couldn''t help but feel happy when she saw that her lavender, diamond-encrusted and floral evening dress could be loved by admirers.


    "Let''s go!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded lightly, he got into the Rolls-Royce stretch car specially prepared for tonight''s Oscars ceremony.


    After waiting for the car to start, he glanced at the beautiful woman who was snuggling by his side, "Apart from the promotion of "Hulk", have you made arrangements for the later work?"


    "Except for the advertising endorsements of several brands, there is no new film appointment for the time being."


    "Let your agent talk to Universal. The heroines of Van Helsing and Transformers can save one for you."


    Anyway, it''s the role of a vase, and it doesn''t require much acting skills, as long as it is beautiful enough. At this point, Eva Green is no worse than Kate Beckinsale and Megan Fox. In addition, this can also be regarded as a kind of ''fertile water does not flow to outsiders'' fields''.


    "real?"


    "I never joke about work." Guo Shouyun said after looking at him.


    "Thank you dear!"


    A "Hulk" came down and let her understand the investment rules within Universal. In addition to the distribution business, the movies generally shot in its name are big productions with an investment of over 100 million yuan. If she can serve as the heroine of two such big productions in a row, even a vase can quickly raise her fame to a new height.


    "How are you going to thank me?"


    "In the way you like, of course."


    After speaking in Guo Shouyun''s ear, Eva Green gave him a charming look. Immediately, the delicately made-up head slid down his body. As the trousers were pulled open, Guo Shouyun''s brows furrowed instantly, and then he took a satisfied breath.


    When Eva Green finished wiping the corners of her mouth and started to touch up her makeup, they too had reached their destination.


    "Ok?"


    "Um!"


    After finally tidying up the corners of her clothes, Eva Green nodded.


    "Let''s get out of the car."


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun opened the car door and walked out. And the moment he went out, the snowflake-like flashing lights shone in front of him, the density of which almost blinded people''s eyes.


    Guo Shouyun is also not used to it, but fortunately, it is not the first time he has experienced such a scene.


    Reaching out his left hand, he gently helped Eva Green out of the car, and the two walked along the red carpet towards the interior of the venue.


    "Mr. Guo, look here...!"


    "Mr. Guo, what is your relationship with Miss Green? Why are you two together?"


    "Mr. Guo, do you think Matrix can win this Oscar?"


    Looking at the almost ''crazy'' reporters around, Qi Yunfei, who saw this situation for the first time, was almost stunned. This is what he saw just now, even in the face of a big bowl like Tom Cruise, is it a reporter who can talk and laugh?


    "I didn''t expect him to come!"


    Zhou Qi was also excited when he saw the person coming.


    "Brother Zhou, who is this? It looks so awesome."


    "You don''t even know him?" After giving Qi Yunfei a surprised look, "Yes, this guy is easily not interviewed by the media. There is not much news about him in the newspapers, and there are even fewer photos and videos. But as soon as I say the name You must know. . . he is the famous Bruce Guo, now the owner of Hollywood media giant Matrix, Silicon Valley technology companies Apple, Ruby, Google, and a number of big companies."


    Qi Yunfei opened his mouth and said in shock, "Is he Yao Ming''s boss in the NBA?"


    Obviously his focus is different from Zhou Qi.


    "Not bad! ... People are coming, shut up and get ready to take pictures!"


    "Ah oh!"


    After Qi Yunfei, who was slapped on the back of his head by Zhou Qi, reacted, he hurriedly picked up the camera on his chest and got ready.


    With the security of the venue and his own bodyguards isolating the media, Guo Shouyun strode forward, ignoring the surrounding reporters and media at all. He is not an actor and does not need exposure and attention to maintain his popularity, so he does not need to pay attention to these boring media.


    Seeing him like this, Eva Green naturally wouldn''t stop. For her, as long as she has the support of the man around her, even if she doesn''t have any exposure, she is still a top first-line actress in Hollywood! There will be no shortage of film appointments and rewards.


    The two who went away like the wind not only attracted almost all the media in the audience, but also attracted the guests who came to attend the Hollywood Awards.


    "The combination of Jim Carrey, Jennifer Aniston, and Morgan Freeman just didn''t attract so much media!"


    The handsome man with curly hair looked at Guo Shouyun''s disappearing back and said with envy.


    "They''re just actors, and Bruce Kuo is the boss of Hollywood giant Universal Pictures. Silicon Valley entrepreneurial elites, world-class super-rich, and influences all over the United States. The two sides are not on the same level at all."


    Compared to the jealousy and unbalanced heart of young people. Kevin Landy, who is used to seeing the dark side of Hollywood, is relatively calm.


    "I don''t think that Eva Green is very beautiful. How can she play the heroine of "The Hulk"?!" Lindsay Lohan with curly blond hair said.


    The reporters were attracted by Guo Shouyun and the others, no one was watching, and their exchanges were a lot more presumptuous.


    "It''s not that she has a good figure. Men like women with a good figure!"


    "Grain''s figure is also good. If he gets the billionaire, maybe he can become the heroine of a billion-dollar production!"


    Three women in one play, this time more than one woman was filming "The Queen of the Youth Prom".


    "Shut up, the reporters are here."


    Kevin Landy stopped everyone from talking.


    However, the scene I saw earlier produced a different stimulus for those present today. Some people may just be jealous at the time, and forget about it when they return to their established life track. But some people are ready to use their brains, intending to become the second Eva Green.


    Walking into the venue, the hall of the Kodak Theater, which was enough to seat 3,600 people, was noisy and crowded. Guo Shouyun looked at it for a while, not knowing where to go.


    Just when he hesitated, a young service staff in a black suit walked by.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. Your seat is in front. I''ll take you there."


    "OK, thanks!"


    "You''re welcome, please come this way."


    Under his guidance, Guo Shouyun walked to the front of the entire theater. At the same time, his figure began to attract more and more attention from the audience. Guo Shouyun had long been used to these gazes. But Eva Green was enjoying the attention for the first time. Especially the owners of these eyes, most of them are more valuable than her. In an instant, her vanity was greatly satisfied. And once again felt that the decision to rely on the man beside him was really the right one. Let her rise from a common girl to the sky, not only become a top female star in Hollywood, but also have the steps to enter the upper class.


    "boss!"


    While noticing Guo Shouyun, Buddy Morris stood up immediately.


    After smiling and nodding, Guo Shouyun walked over. As the chairman of the board of directors of Matrix, his seat is naturally arranged with Buddy Morris.


    "Boss, Miss Green."


    Saying ''thank you'', giving a tip, and letting the service staff leave, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Buddy, you came much earlier than me."


    "I don''t have as many things as the boss, so naturally I have to come earlier."


    Just when the two were chatting and preparing to sit down, those next to them who were planning to take this rare opportunity to expand their contacts took the initiative to find them.


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 Chapter 516： world war

    ?Chapter Five Hundred and Sixteenth World War


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    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    Guo Shouyun turned his head and saw that it was a middle-aged man with golden glasses and a slender face. Behind him, there were two people he was no stranger to, and one of them was very familiar.


    "Mr. Katzenberg, Mr. Geffen, and Mr. Spielberg!"


    Guo Shouyun paused for a moment on David Spielberg with black-rimmed glasses. In the last life, the fame of this great director in China was not a household name, but it was also widely known. In contrast, Jeffrey Katzenberg and David Geffen, two of the DreamWorks Big Three, are much weaker.


    "Can we sit?" Katzenberg asked.


    The place they were in was the VIP seat at the Kodak Theater. That is to say, the seats hanging on both sides at the front of the stand are condescending, and the view, safety and comfort are much better than those of the Hollywood stars below. Of course, there are plenty of seats available.


    "Of course, three please!"


    After greeting Buddy Morris and Eva Green, the three each sat down. After noticing that David Geffen was sitting beside him, Guo Shouyun frowned unconsciously. It''s not that he hates each other, but that this Hollywood celebrity, in addition to his talent in the film and television industry, is a well-known gay. He doesn''t discriminate against homosexuals, but he doesn''t know why, after noticing the other person''s eyes looking at him, he always feels very tired.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, who looked calm and waited for them to speak, after the three looked at each other, Jeffrey Katzenberg, one of the CEOs of DreamWorks, said: "Mr. Guo, DreamWorks and Matrix have always had good cooperation in the past. "Jurassic Park," "Schindler''s List," "A Beautiful Mind," and more have all made huge profits for you and me."


    In fact, "Jurassic Park", "Schindler''s List", "A Beautiful Mind", these Stephen Spielberg films are all the films that DreamWorks cooperated with Universal. But now that Universal is acquired by Matrix, it can be regarded as a cooperation with Matrix in name.


    "...So, we''re really looking forward to working with Matrix again!"


    "DreamWorks has always been a leader among many Hollywood production companies, and the three gentlemen are also well-known film and television elites, so I am also looking forward to the Matrix to cooperate with DreamWorks again."


    "I don''t know this one, has Mr. Guo seen it?"


    Jeffrey Katzenberg put the book prepared in advance in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "The War of the Worlds by H. J. Wells?"


    "good!"


    Looking at the book in his hand, some memories belonging to Bruce Guo emerged from the depths of his mind.


    "War of the Worlds" is the masterpiece of British science fiction writer Herr Joe Wells at the end of the last century, and the classic science fiction works "The Invisible Man" and "Time Machine" are also written by him. In the field of science fiction literature, he is known as the greatest science fiction writer after Jules Verne.


    Like "The Invisible Man" and "The Time Machine", "War of the Worlds" has been brought to the screen many times. One of the most interesting is Halloween in 1938. "War of the Worlds" was adapted as a local story and broadcast on American radio. Because the description was too realistic, the audience thought that there was a Martian invasion, causing a big panic. This has become one of the most bizarre jokes in American history.


    "DreamWorks is going to make it into a movie?"


    Jeffrey Katzenberg nodded.


    "Stephen bought the broadcast script for "War of the Worlds" very early, and it was originally planned to start shooting in 1996. But it happened that "Independence Day" directed by Roland Emmerich was released. The original shooting plan has been postponed until now. "


    Glancing at Spielberg, "As far as I know, Mr. Spielberg is filming "Happy Terminal"? Time-wise...?"


    "I only have this film in 2004. It can be completed in half a year at most. If preparations are started from now, the production of "War of the Worlds" can be completed in the remaining time of 2004, and then it will be released in 2005." Spielberg replied.


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly, and after pondering for a while, "If the filming starts, what is the budget for this movie?"


    "$140 million in production!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned slightly. As the boss of Matrix, he is also well aware of the income comparison between Hollywood film production fees and box office.


    Follow Hollywood conventions. If it is a big production with an investment of 140 million US dollars, the cost of the announcement will definitely be between 100 million and 150 million US dollars. In other words, DreamWorks produced and Spielberg directed "War of the Worlds" is a super production with a total investment of 250 million US dollars. It is no wonder that DreamWorks will find Matrix cooperation. With such a high investment, apart from the Big Six, almost no production company in Hollywood dares to invest independently. Once lost, even MGM can''t bear it, let alone DreamWorks.


    And, with an investment of $250 million, it would take at least $650 million at the box office to recoup its costs. Even if Spielberg''s film is relatively secure, $650 million at the box office is still an unattainable number. Of course, if the box office is close, the surrounding area can also make up for it. But it is also unknown how much the peripherals can sell.


    "Can I read the script?" Guo Shouyun asked after pondering for a moment.


    "certainly!"


    Jeffrey Katzenberg handed over the pre-made script.


    "The main character is Tom Cruise?"


    "Tom is a good actor, and he''s the perfect person to play Ray Ferrell," Spielberg said.


    After looking at him, Guo Shouyun nodded. Without saying much, he continued to flip through the script in his hand. After reading the general storyline, the memory of the last "World War" emerged in his mind.


    While thinking of this movie, Guo Shouyun also denied the possibility of matrix investment.


    Generally speaking, if there is a good predecessor, with the urine of major Hollywood studios, there will definitely be a sequel. "Pirates of the Caribbean", "National Treasure" and so on. Even the much-discussed "Pacific Rim" has a second part, but "War of the Worlds" did not hear the news of starting a sequel until he was reborn. From this, it can be seen that this movie is 100% lost.


    If the investment of 250 million US dollars is lost, although it cannot be said to be a major loss to the current matrix, it is also a considerable loss. Especially now that the Matrix has three new Universal Studios, four Universal Studios expansion, and a large number of ultra-luxury Matrix cinemas are investing, they themselves need a lot of money. So, every money has to be calculated carefully.


    "...War of the Worlds is a very good story, we''re going to make it into a sci-fi trilogy, all the scripts are ready. If the first one does well at the box office, the second one will be in the second Filming starts this year!" Spielberg said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, and after deducting the script and returning it, "The script is really excellent. But we need some time to consider the large production of 250 million US dollars!"


    "Of course! But you also know that such a big plan needs to start planning as soon as possible. So, how long will it take us to get an accurate answer?" Jeffrey Katzenberg asked.


    "One week, I''ll give you the answer within a week!" Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it and then said.


    "Okay, we''ll wait for Mr. Guo''s good news within a week!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Then we won''t bother anymore!"


    Jeffrey Katzenberg and two companions stood up.


    "We''ll meet again sometime!"


    After sending the three out of his box, Guo Shouyun said directly: "Buddy, send them an email in a few days, saying that we are short of funds and give up our investment in "War of the Worlds".


    "give up?"


    Buddy Morris was surprised. Seeing Guo Shouyun talking so seriously with the three, he thought he would agree?


    "Hmm! ...I don''t like Spielberg''s new movie."


    With that said, Guo Shouyun took his seat and watched with great interest the Oscars ceremony that had already started below. Seeing him like this, Buddy Morris opened his mouth and said nothing more.


    Although he felt that the big director Spielberg''s films rarely suffered losses, "War of the Worlds" might be a good opportunity, but the big boss denied it, and he couldn''t say anything more. Moreover, the big boss has always been precise and rarely misses. Since he denied it, DreamWorks'' new film is really not worth investing in.


    In 2003, the Oscar was the 75th, and the person who presided over the awards ceremony was Steve Martin, who played the owner of the football team in Lee Ann''s "Billy Lynn Halftime Battle". Although this guy is very shrewd in the show, his hosting style has a natural American humor, and he has been invited to host the Academy Awards and Emmys many times.


    "I''m delighted to see the organizers lower the bar for this awards show, even the traditional red carpet has been canceled, and I''m sending you this message by the way if you don''t already know.  �� Julianne Moore She''s never had a prosthetic nose in any of her previous films, so she''s got good luck this time with Far From Heaven. Julian, your prosthetic nose looks great!"


    Hearing the bursts of laughter from the audience, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but smile. Although he''s not a fan of American humour, Steve Martin is such a great host that he makes everyone laugh.


    "Chicago," Katherine Zeta-Jones; "About Schmidt," Kathy Bates; "Adapted Screenplay," Meryl Cattrip; "Chicago" "Queen Latifah; "The Hours," Julian Moore."


    With the various movie clips played on the big screen, the best supporting actress at the 75th Academy Awards went to "Chicago" Catherine Zeta-Jones.


    Looking at the dazzling lights and gorgeous music under the stage, the woman wearing a long black dress came on stage, Guo Shouyun said, "If I remember correctly, this time "Chicago" should have won 13 Oscar nominations, right?"


    "Yes!"


    "Miramax made a good movie." Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, "Do you know its box office?"


    "You know, 170 million in North America and $300 million globally."


    In terms of investment in feature films such box office is definitely a big profit.


    "Are our films nominated for awards?"


    "Spider-Man was nominated for Best Sound and Best Visual Effects, and ''8 Mile'' was nominated for Best Song."


    "Gone?"


    The heavyweight awards such as best picture, best director, best actor and actress, etc., do not have a matrix movie.


    "No! Oscar doesn''t like our commercials." Buddy Morris nodded.


    Guo Shouyun frowned slightly, and he had heard of Oscar''s urination. Every year''s Olympics, there are no Hollywood commercial blockbusters.


    "Forget it, if you don''t have it, you won''t have it. Making money is the most important thing!"


    After thinking of this, Guo Shouyun no longer struggled with these. Concentrate on watching the Academy Awards ceremony for the first time I saw it live.

 Chapter 517： visiting howard stringer

    ?Chapter 517 Visiting Howard Stringer


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    "The nominees for Best Actress at the Academy Awards are Charlize Theron, "All the Time," Leanne Zellweger, "Chicago"; Julian Moore, "Far From Heaven," and Sarah, "Frida" Irma Hayek, Diane Lane in "Infidelity."


    Guo Shouyun frowned slightly as he watched the clips of the five shortlisted films played on the big screen. If he remembers correctly, this time the Oscar winner should be Nicole Kidman, the heroine of "The Moment". But now the movie is still the same movie, but the heroine has changed.


    Looking at Charlize Theron, who was equally beautiful and intellectual below, and after the owner announced the award, Charlize Theron appeared on the stage to accept the award with joy, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, "Buddy, there seems to be no news of Nicole Kidman in Hollywood recently?"


    "Her agency officially announced Nicole Kidman''s retirement two years ago, don''t you know?"


    "Two years ago?!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head. At that time, immersed in the sadness of Molly Bevan falling into a coma, and taking care of two infant children, he paid little attention to what was going on in the outside world except for the company, let alone Hollywood.


    "Do you know why?"


    "Not very clear."


    "Some Hollywood gossip media said it was because Nicole Kidman needed to take care of the children, so she stopped filming!" Eva Green, who was sitting next to her, suddenly said.


    "child?"


    Guo Shouyun remembered what happened when Nicole Kidman asked him for an autograph last time he attended the Sony dinner.


    "How did you know?"


    "When I first arrived in Hollywood, there was a lot of media coverage of Tom Cruise accusing Nicole Kidman of cheating in their marriage and the reason for their divorce," Eva Green said.


    Noticing the boss''s gaze, Buddy Morris nodded, "The media did report it for a while, but with Nicole Kidman''s own silence, and the decision to leave the shadow, this matter was a month or two later. It was never mentioned again."


    Guo Shouyun, who knew it in his heart, didn''t ask much. But out of a woman''s instinct, Eva Green felt that there must be some unknown news between the man around him and the famous Nicole Kidman.


    However, she was smart and didn''t ask much. Not only is there no jealousy in my heart, but there is even some joy. As a third party, if he is facing a man who is prefect of ''rules'', then he has no chance.


    "Boss, do you need me to investigate her news?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded after thinking about it. I don''t know why, but he always has an inexplicable concern in his heart for this woman who only has one seat. In contrast, Yang Lishan, who had been lingering many times, was able to let go of it freely.


    "��Wait a minute, wait a minute, stop the music, thank you."


    When Guo Shouyun was about to continue to say something, some small situations on the stage interrupted his words.


    Taking a closer look, it turned out to be Adrien Brody, the ''brow eyebrow'', who won the best actor at the 75th Academy Awards for "The Pianist". However, compared to winning the award, this gentleman is more fond of talking about the fact that many female stars have been ''wolf kissed'' by this gentleman. Similar to Harry Berry, who awarded him this time, Charlize Theron, who won the best actress next year, and so on.


    Fortunately, the West is relatively open to kissing. If he dared to do this in the East, he would have been criticized by the newspapers long ago.


    "...The opportunity is rare, I am really very happy, but also a little sad. Because accepting this award at this moment, making this film makes me particularly deeply appreciate the suffering of wartime, the dehumanization of evil and the consequences of war. Whether you believe in God or God, may He take care of you. Pray for peace and a solution.... A friend of mine who is in the army is in Kuwait. Tommy, hope you and your countrymen will be back soon. God bless you! I Love you all! Thank you!"


    With his words, almost all the stars in the audience stood up to applaud him. Clearly, at the Oscars today, ''anti-war'' is a topic that everyone agrees on.


    In fact, Adrien Brody''s attitude is already good. Michael Moore, the director of the best documentary "Bowling in Columbine", came up with the first sentence of "Shameful President Bush", which was similar to pointing at the other party''s nose and scolding, which shocked the audience.


    "With today''s Oscars broadcast, the White House and Mr. President are probably going to have a headache!" Buddy Morris laughed.


    "Although Hollywood has a strong influence among ordinary people, it cannot shake the decision of the ruling class." Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    Although the United States often interferes in the internal affairs of other countries in the name of democracy and freedom, in its own country, the solidification of classes is almost monolithic. If it weren''t for the strong rise of the Internet industry, ordinary people, including Guo Shouyun, Jeff Bezos, Larry Page, and Sergey Brin, would not have the chance to enter the top.


    The so-called democracy and freedom are nothing but the emperor''s new clothes, deceiving ordinary people. Once the fundamental interests are involved, the shadows of the power class are all behind it. Therefore, after the end of Bush''s first term, he was still re-elected, even if the anti-war wave up and down the country increased.


    "...Buddy, don''t spend too much energy on anti-war propaganda in the company''s media. You can even cater to the White House sometimes!"


    Looking at the boss with deep eyes, Buddy Morris nodded.


    It doesn''t matter if other people don''t know the future of the United States, but he is very clear about the trend of American politics in the next ten years. He doesn''t want to do something that doesn''t do him any good to go against the Bush family. Moreover, a war in the Middle East has nothing to do with him, and even has some benefits, why should he object? In addition, for Guo Shouyun, who still believes that he belongs to the Chinese in his bones, the US war in Iraq is of great benefit to the rise of China.


    Officially, because the two wars in Iraq and Afghanistan involved most of the energy and financial resources of the United States, it gave China time for the development of the golden decade of the 21st century, and laid the foundation for its rise in the next decade.


    Therefore, no matter from the perspective of self-interest, national feelings and the future of the country, he not only would not oppose the war, but was very supportive. Of course, this kind of emotion is not enough for outsiders.


    "Boss, Mr. Howard Stringer of Sony wants to see you."


    Matthew came over and said respectfully.


    Guo Shouyun looked at the time and smiled: "I thought he would come to me after the party today, but now it seems that things are more interesting than I thought."


    "Sony''s board must have put a lot of pressure on him!" Buddy Morris also laughed.


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, "Let him come in."


    Matthew nodded and walked out of the box. It didn''t take long, and a smiling Howard Stringer walked in in a black suit.


    "Mr. Guo, long time no see!"


    While speaking, Howard Stringer gave Guo Shouyun a warm hug. When the relationship between the two parties has not yet reached this level, Howard Stringer''s deliberate closeness reveals a different purpose.


    Guo Shouyun did not show any refusal, but accepted the other''s closeness very happily. In the eyes of Eva Green next to them, the relationship between the two sides seems to be really close friends. But only they know in their own hearts that there are silent interest demands hidden behind the surface closeness.


    "Buddy, we meet again."


    "Mr Stringer!"


    "Miss Eva is very beautiful! It''s an honor to meet you."


    "Thank you! You are so kind!"


    Looking at this stomping, the respect for himself expressed in the words of a powerful figure in Hollywood trembles. While being flattered, Eva Green once again realized the admirable status of the man she was attached to in the field of film and television media.


    With the comparison of Howard Stringer, the CEO of Sony, it is far more intuitive and shocking than the information seen from the data.


    After a simple greeting, everyone took their seats.


    "Mr. Guo, what do you think of Oscar tonight?"


    "Very good. However, unfortunately there are not many films shortlisted by the Matrix."


    "The Academy of Motion Picture Arts, which is in charge of the awards, likes what they think are art films and scoffs at our commercial films. So it''s not just The Matrix, but we at Sony Entertainment also don''t have a few films that win. However, the awards and We''re just icing on the cake. As CEO, I''m more concerned about the box office. In that regard, Matrix is ??a big winner in Hollywood this year."


    ����Fifty Shades of Darkness and Fake Points of God combined by Pixar��s ��Fifty Shades of Darkness�� at the box office of nearly 900 million US dollars, and Universal��s still-hot ��Hulk�� at the box office already More than 200 million US dollars, in terms of the current box office curve, breaking 400 million is almost a certainty. Plus about 800 million US dollars of "Spider-Man 2", and "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" and "Rage" released in the second half of the year The two blockbusters Hai Zhengfeng: Polar Expedition, the global box office of Matrix this year will undoubtedly exceed 5 billion US dollars. This kind of achievement is several times that of our Sony.��


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly as he watched the other party''s twinkling eyes staring at him. Howard Stringer deliberately strengthens the tone of the two figures "Spider-Man 2" and "$5 billion", and the reminder and vague envy in them are self-evident.


    "Sony''s results are also very good, especially "Adapted Screenplay" has won four Oscar nominations for Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Actor. This won the Best Supporting Actor award. In terms of box office, Terminator 3 and Charlie''s Angels also did well."

 Chapter 518： pass the risk

    ?Chapter 518 Transferring Risks


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    "But these are too far from the matrix." Howard Stringer continued.


    "It''s also normal for Hollywood studios to have their box office ups and downs every year."


    "That''s true. But with the Pirates of the Caribbean series, the National Treasure series, the Harry Potter series, and the Matrix in hand with the Marvel series, the box-office brilliance will last a long time in Hollywood. "


    "It is indeed a joy to be recognized by Mr. Stringer. But your visit, shouldn''t it be just to chat with me?"


    "Chat is only part of it. I do have some cooperation matters that I would like to discuss with Mr. Guo."


    "Appreciate further details!"


    "I know that the film and television copyright of Tolkien''s posthumous work "The Hobbit" is in the hands of Matrix. I hope Sony can cooperate with Matrix to make this movie. I believe there is a copyright exchange between "Spider-Man" and "The Da Vinci Code" ''Zhuyu'' is in front, Mr. Guo will not refuse?!"


    Guo Shouyun, who missed "The Lord of the Rings", naturally would not let "The Hobbit" go, so as early as three years ago, before the release of "The Lord of the Rings", he let Buddy Morris from the Tolkien Heritage Fund. Will buy the film and television and peripheral copyrights of "The Hobbit" there.


    Although the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy has only just released two parts, but the combined result is close to 1.6 billion US dollars, even a fool can realize the value of Tolkien''s other works. But compared to "The Silmarillion", "The Hobbit" is obviously more suitable for film and television adaptation, and it is no wonder that Howard Stringer is eyeing it.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "The copyright exchange between "Spider-Man" and "The Da Vinci Code" has allowed both of us to achieve satisfactory returns..."


    Howard Stringer''s eyes jumped, he always felt that Guo Shouyun''s words seemed to be ironic. But now that I have requests from others, even if I feel a little unhappy in my heart, I can only endure it.


    "So, I''m really looking forward to working with Sony again, but we already have arrangements for The Hobbit."


    After a pause, before Howard Stringer spoke, Guo Shouyun continued: "If Mr. Stringer doesn''t mind, we can cooperate with Sony on another movie."


    "Another movie?"


    "That''s right! Next year we plan to make a fantasy film "Van Helsing" with vampires, werewolves and Holy See knights as the background. It is also a trilogy with an investment of over 100 million yuan. The film will soon enter the preparatory period, if Sony is interested, you can Join in."


    Howard Stringer pondered for a moment, "Is this "Van Helsing" Mr. Guo''s masterpiece?"


    "No. It''s a new script by Stephen Mossos, director and screenwriter of The Mummy. Universal bought it and made some changes."


    "Can I read the script first?"


    "Of course! But it''s definitely not possible today."


    Guo Shouyun spread his hands.


    This is the scene of the 75th Academy Awards, and no one will bring the script to such an occasion.


    "If I can, tomorrow morning I will personally go to the headquarters of the Matrix to visit Mr. Guo."


    "Mr. Stringer is really resolute." After a pause, "OK, no problem. At 10 am tomorrow morning, I will wait for Mr. Stringer to arrive at the matrix headquarters."


    "If that''s the case, then I''ll say goodbye first." Then, Howard Stringer stood up.


    "I''ll take Mr Stringer."


    "By the way, if I want to know the Matrix''s shooting plan for "The Hobbit", can Mr. Guo report it?" Howard Stringer suddenly stopped when he walked to the door.


    "We want to keep our shots!"


    Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it and said indifferently.


    Howard smiled, "As I expected, Mr. Guo is still so shrewd."


    "I think it''s up to Mr. Stringer, and you''ll make the same choice as me."


    Everyone is not a fool. It is obvious that it is about making money. In the absence of an exchange of interests, who is willing to hand it over for nothing? Just like the "Harry Potter" and "Pirates of the Caribbean" series, Time Warner sold Warner Records, C TV and TNT to the Matrix to get half of the cooperation rights. Although there are reasons why Time Warner is dragged down by AOL and needs to sell assets to save the company''s finances, if it weren''t for the high box office and bright "money scene" of the two films, Time Warner could have more choices.


    "Tomorrow at 10 am, I will visit on time!"


    After Howard smiled, he did not respond to Guo Shouyun.


    Looking at the back of him leaving, Buddy Morris said, "Boss, do you really want to work with Sony on the filming of "Van Helsing"?"


    "Any questions?"


    "I think Universal has a lot of money, and we can do Van Helsing by ourselves."


    "Buddy, although we bought Universal, we are already a Hollywood film and television giant. But we also have Sony Columbia, Time Warner, Disney, Twentieth Century Fox and Paramount around us. With our performance already dazzling enough,'' Eat alone'' but it''s easy to be besieged!"


    Of course, this sentence is just a pretext to fool Buddy Morris. The real reason is that Guo Shouyun has no idea about the box office of "Van Helsing".


    "Van Helsing" is different from "Pirates of the Caribbean," "National Treasure," and "Transformers." Guo Shouyun, who has seen the original works, will know that their box office will not be bad in the future as long as he compares the original works in his mind after the filming is completed.


    But "Van Helsing" obviously does not have this advantage. With his magical transformation and Christopher Nolan, the future of "Van Helsing" is still unknown.


    If "Van Helsing", which has invested more than 200 million US dollars in "production + publicity" next year, really loses, it is much better to have a Sony share the result than to assume all the results by Matrix.


    On the contrary, if it makes a profit, it can only be said that Sony is lucky. God wants to send money, no one can stop it.


    In addition, Guo Shouyun has already made plans. In the future, "The Hobbit", "Transformers", "2012", "Inception", "Twilight" and other movies that are sure to make a lot of money will be filmed by Matrix itself.


    The rest of the offshoots of Universal''s ''Dark Universe'' he intends to create such as "Van Helsing", "The Invisible Man", "Dracula", "Wolfman", "The Mummy", "Frankenstein", etc. He cooperates with films he is not sure about.


    In this way, the investment risk is dispersed, and the situation of always eating alone and being attacked by a group is avoided. Moreover, Guo Shouyun doesn''t believe in so many movies, can he still accompany them all? As long as a few of them make money, they can stop the mouths of other Hollywood giants and prove that they are not cheating them, but are actually cooperating. Those who lose money are just our bad luck.


    After patting Buddy Morris on the shoulder, Guo Shouyun waved to Eva Green, and after the latter came over, "Let''s go."


    "Boss, are you not watching?"


    "Don''t look at it. It doesn''t make any sense."


    Although the live feeling is indeed more intuitive and more shocking than on TV. But in the 2003 Oscars ceremony, apart from those stars, the stage effects were really bad for Guo Shouyun, who had experienced the baptism of gorgeous and shocking stage beauty more than ten years later. As soon as the freshness of watching the Oscars ceremony was over, Guo Shouyun became less interested.

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 Chapter 519： george economic co.

    Chapter 519 The George Economic Company


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    After parting with Buddy Morris, before Guo Shouyun reached the door, the phone in his pocket rang.


    I took it out and took a look, briefly thought about it, "Go back today, I still have something to do."


    Eva Green nodded obediently, "Then don''t be too busy."


    "Um!"


    "Matthew, arrange for a bodyguard to take Eva back."


    "Yes, boss!"


    After watching her leave, Guo Shouyun walked to the stairs of the VIP box next to the first floor. After waiting for less than two minutes, George Roosevelt in a blue suit came over. The blonde in the skirt, but Guo Shouyun is not familiar with it.


    "Bruce!"


    After a brief hug, "I thought you wouldn''t come back if you stayed in Boston!"


    "How is it possible, my company is in Los Angeles." After a pause, "Alizee, go back first."


    Blonde Alizee obviously knew Guo Shouyun, so after hearing George''s words, the unwilling expression on her face was so clear. However, she is obviously not a fool. She knows that if she wants to become a big star, she still needs the support of the men around her. So, even though he didn''t want to, he nodded consciously.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s a great honor to meet you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded lightly.


    After the woman said hello and left, "How is it?"


    "How about what?"


    "Don''t play stupid, Alizee is so pretty, aren''t you excited?"


    Seeing him wink, with a lewd expression on his face, Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows.


    "If you think it''s just beautiful, will there be such a woman by my side?"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun who turned and walked downstairs, George Roosevelt hurriedly chased after him.


    "Hey, just kidding. Don''t be mad!"


    "Angry? I just don''t want to keep wasting time with you!"


    "Well, let''s get down to business. I want to ask your opinion on something."


    "What''s up?"


    "Let''s talk somewhere else."


    Guo Shouyun didn''t object. There are many people here and the scene is chaotic, so it''s really not suitable to talk about things.


    "Let''s talk in the car."


    George Roosevelt nodded, and the two left the Dolby Theater. Guo Shouyun''s Rolls-Royce Extended Edition is just right for them.


    "Tell me, what''s the matter?"


    "During this time, the Matrix''s shooting plan for next year should be coming out soon, right?"


    Over the past few years, the Matrix has always started in the middle of the year to determine the specific shooting and release plans for the next year, which is a well-known thing throughout Hollywood.


    "Well!... Rest assured, if there is a suitable role, Buddy will consider your George agency as soon as possible."


    "Hey, of course I believe it. But seeing the development of the matrix so prosperous, I also have some ideas."


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows and said indifferently, "Why, you also want to invest in film and television production?"


    "Maybe in the future, but now I''m more focused on artist management." George Roosevelt shrugged.


    "Are you planning a merger?"


    Guo Shouyun quickly came to his senses.


    "Um!"


    Seeing him nodding, Guo Shouyun also became interested.


    "Tell me about your goals!"


    "What do you think of ''Endeavour Elite Brokerage''?"


    "Endeavor?"


    "That''s right!"


    "It seems that you have a big appetite!"


    There are so many Hollywood agencies, there are even more leather bags in Santa Monica. But the real Hollywood giants are still those few.


    ,, These three brokerage companies are undoubtedly the top players in Hollywood. They hold Hollywood''s top stars and various resources in their hands. It can be regarded as the top three giants in the Hollywood brokerage industry.


    William Morris is the oldest agency in Hollywood. Although it has been hit hard, the camel is bigger than a horse, such as Clint Eastwood, Denzel Washington, Natalie Poe. These veteran stars of Terman are all its customers, which shows that their strength is huge.


    Needless to say, the creative artist agency is now the number one agency in Hollywood, with an operating profit of nearly 100 million US dollars a year, and it has overturned the throne of the king. Stephen Spielberg, Will Smith, Oprah Winfrey are its clients. Of the 25 highest-grossing Hollywood films of all time, 16 were guest directors for CAA.


    International innovation management companies are also strong and should not be underestimated. These three are the only ten percent agencies in Hollywood, meaning they dare to take a ten percent commission on their clients'' compensation. From this we can see the strength of the three companies. The famous Cameron Diaz and Julia Roberts belong to ICM.


    After the three are the four emerging brokerage companies, , AMG and Endeavor. In contrast, UTA is an emerging product of the merger of two mid-sized companies that pioneered the independent film division. However, because of the harassment door incident, UTA is still in trouble, and it is far from the light of the three giants in later generations. However, with the popularity of "Pirates of the Caribbean" and the rise of Johnny Depp, UTA is also booming.


    ITA is more focused on the TV department and the music department. As for AMG, it may not be famous, but no one dares to underestimate it, because its manager is called Michael Ovitz. His bad experience at Disney brought him back into the entertainment brokerage market, and his influence remains strong.


    Endeavor, the youngest brokerage firm of Endeavor Elite, was just established in 1995, but now it has entered a period of rapid development. In addition to ICM, it has a very harmonious relationship with several other brokerage companies and has abundant resources.


    In the whole of Hollywood, the scale and influence of these economic companies are the first echelon. But George Roosevelt''s economic company is not to be underestimated. Relying on the relationship between Guo Shouyun and the Matrix, three Chinese directors, Li An, Wen Ziren, and Justin Lin, as well as Mark Farrug who played the Hulk, Toby Maguire who played the Spider-Man, and some made their debut in the Matrix movies. The new stars are all under the George Economic Company.


    Today, despite its relatively short history, it is the fastest growing of all Hollywood economics. Although the first half of 2003 has not yet ended, the revenue of George Artist Economic Company has exceeded 40 million. There is also great hope of hitting $100 million by the end of the year.


    After a brief consideration, Guo Shouyun continued: "Endeavor is indeed a good target. How much money have you prepared?"


    "$180 million!"


    "cash?"


    George Roosevelt shook his head. "I''m not as rich as you are. $80 million in cash, plus 35% of the company''s stock."


    The total assets of George Economic Company are between 80 million and 100 million US dollars, but considering the premium factor, a 15% increase is not too much. So, the $80 million + 35% new company stock approach is a rational number.


    "You have more than $250 million in the Thunder, and buying Endeavor is enough."


    "The Thunder''s $250 million is all my liquidity, and I don''t want to put it all on George Economics. If things don''t go well, I at least have a way out."


    "It seems that you don''t have enough confidence in our matrix?"


    "How is that possible? Of all the companies in Hollywood, I am the most optimistic about the future of the Matrix. But you also know that the investment is safe to spread out. This has nothing to do with the Matrix, but for the future of my personal assets."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Since you''ve made up your mind and negotiated terms with Endeavor, why do you want to discuss with me?"


    "I want you to invest in my new company!" George Roosevelt affirmed.


    "I invest?"


    "That''s right."


    "George, you should know that the US has antitrust laws."


    "Of course I know that. However, you can buy up to 10% of the George Economic Corporation in the name of Wendy or Wendy. I don''t think it would violate federal law."


    There was a twinkle in George Roosevelt''s eyes.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "It seems that you intend to completely tie the Matrix to the George Company."


    "Hey, our George Company should be tied to your matrix After all, you are our funders." After a pause, "In addition, if Wendy knew that you invested in her name, I''m sure she will be impressed."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I didn''t expect you as a brother to have the mind to plan for her. ... Don''t worry, don''t say I didn''t plan to abandon Wendy. Take a step back, even if we separate in the future, I won''t really let her go. Get out of the house."


    "I believe in your commitment. But I prefer you to be together forever."


    "I hope so too! ... So, what''s your decision?"


    Facing the concerned eyes of George Roosevelt, Guo Shouyun nodded after a brief consideration.


    "I will invest $15 million in Wendy''s name."


    "No more? I set aside 10% of the new company for you."


    "No need. Fifteen million is just right."


    The return of investing in George Economic Company is too low, far less than that of the stock market or Huaxia Real Estate. If it weren''t for the fact that George was his brother-in-law, Guo Shouyun would be too lazy to invest so much money.


    "All right!"


    Seeing that his attitude was positive, although he felt that he was still far from his goal, George Roosevelt nodded and agreed.


    Moreover, 15 million US dollars can get about 5% of the equity of the new company, which is enough for George Roosevelt, who intends to use Guo Shouyun, a symbolic shareholder, to raise the value and attractiveness of George''s company.


    "When can I sign the contract?"


    "It''s up to you, just give me the contract when you want to sign it."


    "Bruce, it''s your generosity. That''s it."


    "Um!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, George Roosevelt motioned for Matthew to stop. His main purpose was achieved, and it was time to separate from Guo Shouyun.

 Chapter 520： Cooperate with Sony

    Chapter five hundred and twentieth cooperation with Sony


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    After separating from George Roosevelt, Guo Shouyun went home. He slept well at night with his arms around Eva Green''s smooth and plump body.


    "Boss, this is today''s newspaper."


    Early the next morning, Wu Xiaojing, as usual, put several of the most mainstream newspapers in the United States, including the Los Angeles Times and The Wall Street Journal, in front of Guo Shouyun.


    Reading newspapers like this is really uncomfortable for Guo Shouyun, who is accustomed to learning news through mobile phones. But after more than four years of subtle influence, he has basically adapted to this ''backward'' way of life.


    "Oscars star-studded, French actress love Silicon Valley legend."


    Matching the black headline of the Los Angeles Times is a color photo of Eva Green in a lavender dress with her right arm slung across her shoulders as she steps into the Dolby Theater.


    Guo Shouyun had long expected that the media would publish news about this the next day, so when he saw this report, he didn''t feel much fluctuation in his heart.


    However, his mood didn''t last long. When he turned to the front page of "USA Today", which he had never dealt with, Guo Shouyun''s brows instantly wrinkled.


    "The new favorite of the rich, Hollywood where money and **** combine!"


    Explicit front page, with large photos of him and Eva Green, although no name is named, but the fool knows that the other party is talking about him.


    Compared with "USA Today", the "Wall Street Journal" also has a bad relationship with him. But the latter operates in a conservative style, and although it is also a general newspaper, it focuses more on business and finance. Therefore, the report about him is not on the front page, but on the entertainment page at the back, and the length is not large.


    Looking through the remaining newspapers, except for the "Christian Monitor", which is almost insulated from entertainment gossip, and focusing on the anti-war remarks at the Oscars, the vast majority of the remaining comprehensive newspapers It''s all related to his lustful news with Eva Green.


    Of course, even for a big newspaper like USA Today, in order to avoid really annoying him and fear of damage to his reputation, he dared not name his name in the report. But the third-rate tabloids have no such concerns. In order to attract the attention of readers, they do their best to be explicit, almost comparable to **** novels.


    "Boss, do you need to warn them?" Wu Xiaojing asked.


    "No. This kind of thing is incomprehensible. Going the legal route will only get them in their arms."


    Countless facts have proved that if you go the legal route with the media, even if you win, they won''t lose anything except an apology. On the contrary, a legal case can make something that could have been subdued become the focus of discussion after dinner among people across the country, and it will continue for a long time.


    Therefore, in response to this kind of thing, as long as it is not a personal attack, it is the best way to maintain a temporary silence and then attack from the side.


    However, now Guo Shouyun has no time to start with "USA Today" and "Wall Street Journal", and the timing is not right.


    "It is not too late for a gentleman to take revenge in ten years."


    As the Internet becomes more and more popular among people, when online advertising and media become mainstream, it is time for him to do it.


    After breakfast, Guo Shouyun came to the headquarters of Matrix. Howard Stringer cared more about the partnership than he expected. So, I arrived here before ten o''clock in the morning.


    "How about it?"


    After quietly waiting for him to read the script of "Fan Helsing", Guo Shouyun asked.


    "The script is good. But compared to a two-hour movie, the content is too much. In addition, there are not many successful cases of dark-style movies in Hollywood. Production + publicity, the investment risk of more than 200 million yuan is a bit big. ."


    Although Howard Stringer is not a screenwriter, he has been working in Hollywood for many years, and he can still distinguish the quality of a script from bad.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "This script is actually an initial script submitted by Stephen Mossos. The script for the actual Van Helsing trilogy is still being adapted in the editorial department of Matrix."


    "Can''t see it yet?"


    "Of course. ... In fact, it''s been less than a week since the decision to adapt ''Van Helsing''. Let alone you, I haven''t seen the full version myself."


    After nodding clearly, "When can I see the new script?"


    "I can''t give you a very specific answer to this. Moreover, you also know that creating this kind of thing is not an industrial assembly line, and inspiration is what determines everything."


    "Okay! ... But I hope I can see it as soon as the script is finished."


    "no problem."


    "Since it is Stephen Mossos'' script, is he still directing this "Van Helsing"?"


    "No. I''m going to enable Christopher Nolan!"


    "Christopher Nolan? ... The director of "Memento"?" After thinking for a moment, Howard Stringer remembered the identity of the other party.


    "good!"


    "Why not Stephen Mossos? His ''The Mummy'' made a lot of money for Universal. And ''Van Helsing'' was originally his script, and he should be able to interpret it perfectly."


    "No." Guo Shouyun shook his head, "You have also read the script. The religious atmosphere is too strong, coupled with the dark style of writing, the whole movie will be extremely depressing. ... Howard, what we want is to make money. A commercial blockbuster, rather than a religious feature film that tortures humanity and shows off special effects. In contrast, Christopher Nolan''s directing style tends to be rigorous, and he can make every detail without affecting the overall effect of the film. Therefore, I want to make He came to direct "Van Helsing."


    "Does it have to be so?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    The uncompromising tone made Howard Stringer frown, and he was more optimistic about Stephen Mossos than Christopher Nolan. After all, the latter wrote the script, and also has two successful experiences of "The Mummy". In contrast, Guo Shouyun insisted that Nolan, except for a moderately produced "Memento", did not have any good results at all, nor did he have any experience in shooting super blockbusters.


    "Mr. Guo, I think you should reconsider the selection of the director...!"


    After waving his hand to interrupt him, "Sorry, Mr. Stringer. We are already contacting director Nolan, and we will not consider anyone else in "Van Helsing" except him."


    Howard Stringer sighed inwardly. He is asking for others, and even if he doesn''t want to, he can''t change people''s decisions.


    "Okay, I respect your opinion! What about the hero and heroine?"


    "The male lead has not been decided yet. The female lead will be played by Ms. Eva Green."


    "I didn''t expect that Mr. Guo favored Miss Green so much!" After smiling, Howard Stringer did not object. Judging from the script, the heroine is basically the role of a vase, just enough to be beautiful, and the requirements for acting skills are not too high. That''s exactly what Eva Green does.


    For Howard Stringer''s ridicule, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much after smiling faintly.


    Seeing this, Howard Stringer, an old fritter in the mall, did not continue to hold on to it.


    "In this "Van Helsing", in addition to Matrix Universal and Sony Columbia, has Mr. Guo accepted another investor?"


    "Of course not. Our script has just begun to be adapted. If we want to attract investment, we will have to wait until the adaptation is completed. Moreover, I originally planned to leave this film for Universal to shoot. If it wasn''t for the Matrix and Sony Columbia in "Spider-Man" With the good cooperation on "The Da Vinci Code" and Mr. Stringer''s personal visit, I won''t take it out and share it with Sony." Guo Shouyun vowed.


    Guarding Howard Stringer, he will never say: When he decided to shoot "Van Helsing", he decided to find another investor to share the risk.


    After listening to Guo Shouyun''s description, although Howard Stringer thought "I believe in your ghost", he still had to look happy and grateful on the surface.


    "I believe that the cooperation between Matrix and Sony will still be successful Of course, I have always believed it!"


    The two smiled and understood that the cooperation will come to an end temporarily, and the next negotiation will not start until the script of "Van Helsing" is released.


    So, after a brief chat, Howard Stringer bid farewell.


    Guo Shouyun personally sent him out of the door.


    Back in the office, Buddy Morris came over with a stack of papers in his hand.


    "Boss, this is a message just sent from Tokyo, about Sony, take a look."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he took a look. The content is that Sony''s 2002 financial report was disclosed, the company''s huge loss of nearly 5 billion US dollars was disclosed, and past crises surfaced, causing its stock price to drop 25% in two days. At the same time, the high-tech stocks of the entire Japanese stock market also plunged, and the Nikkei index fell sharply, shaking the entire Japanese stock market.


    "Sony''s main business, Columbia, broke even in 2002; the PS2 game console was defeated by Microsoft''s XBOX, and its profits fell, with a year-on-year decrease of 2%; because the Walkman did not support the MP3 format, the market was squeezed by Apple''s iPod; in the field of consumer electronics, Because it insists too much on its unique Trinitron technology, it lags behind competitors such as Samsung and Panasonic in LCD technology, resulting in a decline in sales. The seemingly huge Sony has completely decayed inside. I think "Van Helsing" cooperated with them. Not necessarily a good choice," Buddy Morris said.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly and returned the information to him, "Sony is not as fragile as you think. As for the cooperation with her, if it is beneficial to us, why not? And you don''t think that working with a group that is going downhill, Is it better for us? Otherwise, wouldn''t it create a competitor?"

 Chapter 521： "The Mummy Three"

    Chapter 521 "The Mummy 3"


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    In fact, in the whole of Hollywood, there are only two film and television companies that Guo Shouyun can really regard as rivals. Disney and Time Warner.


    Disney has the world''s most popular Disney theme parks. Even if she temporarily loses money in film and television investment, she can recover blood through the revenue of Disney parks, and then fight the rivers and lakes.


    Time Warner owns DC Comics. All film and television practitioners in later generations agree on a truth, that is, whoever wins the copyright wins the world. The more popular IPs you have in your hands, the stronger your company''s vitality. Time Warner''s Superman, Batman and a series of popular IPs can be pulled out at any time to remake and make money.


    The remaining Sony Columbia, Paramount, and 20th Century Fox have almost no such advantage. Of course, as a veteran film and television company, they also hold some hot IPs in their hands. Like 20th Century Fox''s "X-Men" series, Paramount''s "Star Trek" and "Tomb Raider", Sony Columbia''s "Men in Black", "Charlie''s Angels" and so on. But these fragmented copyrights are far weaker than Disney''s continued financial resources and Time Warner''s copyright universe.


    Therefore, if it is not for what he wants, he is not willing to cooperate with Disney and Time Warner. Even if he''s not sure if the Van Helsing trilogy is winning or losing.


    "The boss is wise!"


    "Buddy, you know I don''t like listening to this." Guo Shouyun smiled and waved his hand, "Is there a response from Christopher Nolan?"


    "He is currently on vacation in Hawaii and promised to come back tomorrow and come to the company to read the script before making a decision."


    "Yeah! ... Hugh Jackman is good for the male lead. Of course, the final role is still left to Kevin and director Christopher to decide."


    Kevin Feige, vice president of Universal Pictures and producer of "Van Helsing".


    "Yes!" After Buddy Morris nodded, "Boss, Stephen Mossos is annoyed that we handed over his script to someone else to direct, do you need to appease?"


    Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it and nodded.


    "You tell him this: The reason why we didn''t let him direct "Van Helsing" is to start the third film of "The Mummy". The third "The Mummy" will re-polish the script with Huaxia as the main background, which requires his participation, and the film It will also be directed by him."


    "The Mummy" is one of the indispensable and important combinations of the "Matrix Dark Universe" in Guo Shouyun''s plan. And it also has a deep audience base. So he doesn''t plan to wait until 2008 to build the third part, as he did in the previous life. Instead, taking advantage of the residual heat of the second part, in early 2005, "The Mummy" 3 was put on the screen, and in 2007 or 2008, the fourth part was filmed. Really made "The Mummy" an ace sci-fi horror film series of Matrix.


    Moreover, with the historical thickness of China, it is enough to create three or four "The Mummy".


    Of course, he must get rid of those bgu''s in "The Mummy" in his previous life.


    Buddy Morris knew in advance about the **oss'' plans for The Mummy 3. So not surprised by his decision.


    "Boss, now Stephen Mossos has been planning to try some new content, and let him come back to shoot "The Mummy 3", I''m afraid he may not agree."


    "It''s just a routine inquiry. If he really refuses, then we will find a new director. ... The earth turns the same without anyone."


    "Understood."


    Guo Shouyun looked at the time, "You have an appointment with Gary Barber at 12:30 noon."


    "Yes, at 12:30 noon, Cyril''s restaurant."


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "It''s almost time, let''s go."


    After Buddy Morris simply packed up the documents in the room, he followed Guo Shouyun to open the Matrix headquarters.


    Cyril''s, one of the most popular membership-only restaurants in Los Angeles high society, is located on a bluff along the Santa Monica Bay.


    Famous for enjoying the sea view while dining, and of course the food here is also very good. At the same time, because it is far away from the urban area, privacy is also well guaranteed.


    At 12:30 at noon, in the luxurious box on the top floor of the Cyril restaurant, Guo Shouyun met Gary Barber, the current CEO of MGM.


    "Mr. Barber, nice to meet you."


    While smiling and extending his right hand, Guo Shouyun was also looking at the bald middle-aged man opposite. A neatly ironed Armani suit; sparse, but meticulously groomed hair; a delicate and expensive gold Rolex watch. No matter how he dressed up or the expression on his face at the moment, there was no sign that he was leading a Hollywood film and television company that was already on the shelves and waiting for auction.


    "It''s my honor to meet Mr. Guo!"


    Gary Barber smiled and held Guo Shouyun''s right hand. While the other party was looking at him, he was also looking at the rising rookie who had a growing reputation in Hollywood and the American business world.


    In fact, today is not the first time the two have met. In the past Sony banquets, the two sides have met. But at that time, there were many guests around Guo Shouyun, and Gary Barber just exchanged a few words with the other party, but did not talk deeply.


    "Please sit down!"


    After Gary Barber greeted Buddy Morris, Guo Shouyun said.


    "thanks!"


    "The steak here is good, why don''t we talk about business after dinner?" Guo Shouyun suggested.


    "Of course it''s the best, and I''m just hungry at this time."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, everyone ordered lunch, briefly chatted some gossip, and then put his stomach on the back.


    "Mr. Barber, are you ready?"


    "What about Mr. Guo and Mr. Morris?" Gary Barber asked after nodding.


    "certainly!"


    "me too."


    "Looks like we can get down to business."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and asked the waiter to remove the plate and exchanged three glasses of juice.


    "If you want to come to Mr. Barber, you must understand the purpose of this lunch today"


    "Actually, I''m not against selling MGM to Matrix. But your $2 billion plus 7.5% of Matrix is ??too low." Gary Barber nodded.


    "How much does Mr. Barber want?"


    Guo Shouyun''s expression remained unchanged US$100 million in cash, plus 10% of the common stock of Matrix. "


    In the face of an offer that was almost as big as a lion''s mouth, Guo Shouyun was not angry.


    "Does Mr. Barber know how much Matrix is ??worth to investment companies now?"


    "It''s not very clear. But I think it should be no worse than Disney and Time Warner."


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun said indifferently: "48 billion US dollars, and still without considering the premium."


    Gary Barber''s eyes flashed, "Mr. Guo is a bit exaggerated. I admit that the popularity of "Finding Nemo", "Hulk" and "Spider-Man 2" has increased the value of the matrix a lot. The business you are developing It is also optimistic about the outside world. But Time Warner, which has the highest market value in Hollywood, is only $53.2 billion. The matrix is ??strong, but it is impossible to surpass Time Warner in more than four years.��


    "Mr. Barber can just consult the CEOs of those investment companies and know that what I am saying is true or false. However, whether it is true or false. MGM, which is half-crippled, is not worth $3 billion in my eyes, let alone $3 billion. Matrix shares."


    If you ask for a price, of course I will not be polite to counter-offer.


    Gary Barber''s face changed, "Mr. Guo, this kind of negotiation is not beneficial for us to reach an agreement."


    "Since Barber knows this, why is he making an unrealistic asking price?"


    "Mr. Guo is wrong, that is indeed the most reasonable price in our opinion for MGM, the number one studio in Hollywood."


    Guo Shouyun shrugged and did not speak. But his actions and attitude have said it all.


    "Boss, Mr. Barber, I think since everyone is sitting here today, they should show their sincerity."


    The red-faced Buddy Morris quickly began to deal with it after the negotiation was cold.

 Chapter 522： Cash flow of vintage film library

    Chapter Five Hundred and Twenty Two The Cash Flow Of The Old Film Library


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    "Mr. Morris, I have been very sincere. MGM is the most prestigious film and television company in Hollywood. Since its establishment in 1924, we have won a total of 170 Oscar awards. Tony Heston, Clark Gable, Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant and other great actors who shine in the history of Hollywood are the undisputed symbols of American film and Hollywood, and they are the best among major film and television companies."


    "Despite the difficulties we are facing right now. MGM still has more than 4,500 feature films, more than 10,800 TV episodes, including the famous cartoon "Tom and Jerry", the enduring series "007", As well as classic movies like The Wizard of Oz, Gone with the Wind, Rocky, Singing in the Rain, Modern Times, etc.; the huge library can provide us with an annual income of about 530 million US dollars. So even if there is no With foreign capital, we can still operate normally.��


    After a pause, Gary Barber looked confident, "If it wasn''t for the sincerity of Mr. Guo and Matrix, I would not have agreed to meet today. In addition, Matrix is ??not our only partner. Sony Columbia, 20th Century Fox , and other investment institutions that are already interested in the film and television industry are all our potential partners.��


    Guo Shouyun frowned slightly. In fact, the main purpose of his acquisition of MGM was the film library. For all Hollywood film companies, the huge film library is their "invincible small treasury" and stable financial resources, which can ensure that they can provide stable operating cash flow in the event of a crisis.


    The way to develop a film library is also varied in Hollywood.


    First, upgrade and re-screen. For example, in the 1980s, Hollywood studios launched the conversion of black and white films into color replays; in 2002, imax developed an imaging technology that can convert 35mm traditional films into 70mm film through digital processing. With the deepening of the commercialization of imax screening, some classic films such as "Beauty and the Beast", "Apollo 13", "The Lion King" and other films have been converted into imax format and re-entered the theater for distribution.


    The most famous of all these films is "Titanic," which Paramount and Twentieth Century Fox paid $18 million to turn into 3D and re-release on the 100th anniversary of Titanic''s silence , has achieved a good box office, but the box office revenue in China is close to 1 billion Chinese dollars.


    Moreover, the cost of converting the film into 3D mode is relatively cheap compared to shooting directly with a 3D camera, and with the advancement of technology, there is a further downward trend. For example: In 2002, the cost of converting an old movie to 3D was $100,000 per minute; but now, for the same time, the cost has dropped to $25,000 per minute. So, using 3D technology to transfer those popular old movies in the studio is a sure-fire business.


    Second, television rebroadcasts and audiovisual distribution.


    Because the movies that can be accommodated on the big screen are relatively limited, most movies do not have the opportunity to be re-released on a large scale in theaters. But they can still create market value through other distribution channels that can accommodate more films. For example, televisions that became popular after the 1960s, videotapes in the 1980s, DVDs in the 1990s, and Blu-ray discs in the new century, each time a new distribution method appears, it will set off a wave of development of library resources.


    In the 1940s and 1950s, after TV entered the stage of history, it was once regarded as an enemy by major Hollywood studios. However, after a run-in, TV became an important source of revenue for the studios, and in the 1970s and 1980s In the 1900s, with the development of new TV networks such as cable TV and satellite TV, some special movie channels, such as hbo, showtime, moviechannel, Sundance movie channel, independent movie channel, etc., emerged one after another, and the demand for movie broadcasting was increasing. increase. The studio''s film library resources also glow with endless business opportunities.


    For example, Time Warner launched a TV service thistv in 2002, which provided TV stations around the clock with the resources of movies and TV programs in its film library, and the two sides carried out advertisement sharing. The service quickly became popular with local TV stations where the channel proliferated, and is now available to nearly 80 million U.S. households.


    In addition, audio-visual distribution is the most important way for Hollywood to develop film library resources. Although the DVD and Blu-ray discs of American movies have generally declined in recent years, the situation of audio-visual distribution of film library films is better than that of new films, because they like Old movie fans are often movie fans with higher education and income levels. They purchase audio-visual products of library movies for the purpose of collection, and their consumption is relatively stable.


    In 2002, Library Films earned $2.1 billion in distribution revenue, accounting for 44 percent of total U.S. film and video distribution revenue, 10 percentage points higher than in 2001.


    For Hollywood studios, re-release of old movies can generate higher profit margins, especially Blu-ray discs, which usually sell for more than $20, and generally a more successful Blu-ray disc can sell for 100,000-20 million. In order to increase revenue, studios began to increase the number and variety of old movies released, and they also carried out special topic planning or promotional activities, such as release kits, commemorative editions, etc. Universal Pictures, for example, celebrated its centennial in 2001, and used it as an opportunity to restore some of its best-known films for Blu-ray release, including Quiet on the Western Front, Spartacus, and 1983 "Scarface", etc., created nearly 20 million US dollars in revenue.


    Finally, new opportunities for online development.


    As Internet users grew, video sites like netflix provided a new market for studio stock footage. The Netflix website alone pays more than 1 billion US dollars in licensing fees to several major Hollywood companies every year, and most of its tens of thousands of film titles come from the resources of the Hollywood film library.


    And Hollywood studios are increasingly aware of the value of online development in the long-tail market of film libraries. For example, last year, Time Warner and Matrix jointly established the hulu company, and Amazon has already planned the primevideo company.


    In addition to online broadcasting, some companies are also targeting the online entertainment application market to tap the value of the film library. For example, under the suggestion of Guo Shouyun, Ruby Company and Matrix jointly developed a game system. By selecting some classic movie clips, technicians can erase the main characters through the computer, and users can synthesize their own images into In the scene of the movie clip, perform with the original characters of the movie. Users can say the original lines of the movie, or they can say the lines created by themselves. The game software is also equipped with an electronic teleprompter and a location prompt program. Users can try any number of times to Get satisfactory results, and upload the synthesized video to social and video sites such as facebook and youtube.


    To use these features, users need to pay $169 for a dedicated camera and buy movie clips for $1.99 or $2.99 ??each, with the original copyright owner getting a cut of each download. Through this innovative development method, Ruby Company has obtained the most desired user stickiness and increased advertising revenue; while the revenue obtained by Matrix Company through the old film library has increased by a large amount.


    Officially aware of the increasing value of the old film library, Guo Shouyun planned to rush to swallow MGM and its subsidiary United Arts before Sony Columbia and other consortia. If this deal can be reached, then the matrix that is sitting on Universal, MGM and United Arts will have a huge library of more than 9,600 feature films and nearly 20,000 TV series. He already owns three of the eight major Hollywood movie giants in the last century, and his annual cash flow from the old film library reaches 1 billion US dollars.


    In addition, it has Marvel Universe, Pixar, Pirates of the Caribbean series, Harry Potter series, National Treasure series, The Hobbit series, Transformers series, Fast and Furious series, etc. The matrix of many hit movie rights also owns the brightest future in Hollywood.


    If Hollywood''s No. 1, and also the world''s No. 1 old film library represents the past; Marvel, "Harry Potter" series and other hit movies represent the future; then Matrix will be the most brilliant film and television company in the past, present and future, This result will not change for at least thirty years.


    Of course, if you want to achieve this grand goal, you need to take the stubborn-looking MGM CEO below.


    "I admit that MGM and United Art''s film libraries do have high value. But that can only mean that you have a good past. UU reading really wants to talk about production capabilities, and now MGM is in The whole of Hollywood is second-rate. The failure of Wind Whisperer is the best example."


    Guo Shouyun''s unscrupulous words of revealing the scar hurt Gary Barber. However, Guo Shouyun did not give him a chance to speak.


    "...after the failure of Wind Whisperer, MGM''s debt has climbed to a staggering $2.73 billion. The annual debt repayments alone are close to $200 million. Although you can get about $530 million from the library The US dollar revenue, after paying off the interest and part of the debt, and deducting part of the working capital, does not have much money to invest in the shooting of new movies." After a pause, looking at Gary Barber with an ugly face, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, " And as far as I know, MGM has a debt of over $640 million due in July next year. How will Mr. Gary Barber repay this loan?"


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    "Mr. Guo really knows MGM''s financial situation very well. Since this is the case, I believe you must be aware of it. In MGM''s debt structure, at least one-third are convertible bonds..."


    "Convertible debt is also a debt that must be repaid." Guo Shouyun interrupted him, "Of course, if Mr. Gary Barber intends to pass the "Bankruptcy Law" to give MGM a new lease of life, it is indeed a good way. But I think MGM''s board wants to sell the company more than go bankrupt."


    According to Article 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, insolvent companies can obtain new opportunities through bankruptcy and reorganization; while creditors can not only reduce losses through debt-to-equity swaps, but also rely on legislation that satisfies investors first and then owners. The legal provisions formulated in principle, justifiably wipe out the interests of all shareholders of the old company.


    This means that all MGM shareholders will now be left with nothing.


    Gary Barber''s eyes flashed, "I never intended to let MGM get through the crisis through bankruptcy. I just wanted to emphasize to Mr. Guo that although MGM''s financial situation is not good, it is not like Mr. Guo. So bad. And, as one of the greatest studios in Hollywood, we can generate new revenue by making new movies. The failure of Wind Whisperer does not mean that we will always fail. Just like Mr. Guo Before the acquisition of Universal, although it failed to invest in "Water World", it also succeeded in "The Mummy" and "Jurassic Park". I believe that MGM has the same ability."


    "In the end, even if we don''t have success with filmmaking. We also have potential collaborators like Sony Columbia, Twentieth Century Fox, etc. The Matrix is ??not the only one."


    "We certainly believe in the United States, but there are still many consortiums in the world that are interested in MGM. We also believe that Mr. Gary Barber can lead MGM to move forward, but MGM''s financial difficulties are also true. If Without the injection of new capital, MGM will make a new film with huge investment, which is undoubtedly a riskier gamble on an uncertain future. Success is better, but if it fails, MGM will be in a more dangerous situation than it is now ."


    Guo Shouyun completed his task of "singing the white face", and after all the major crises of MGM were exposed, Buddy Morris sang the "red face".


    "In contrast, our Matrix owns many hit movie rights, the Pirates of the Caribbean series, the Harry Potter series, the National Treasure series, the Degrees and Passions series, the Spider-Man series, Films such as the "Hulk" series can support the Matrix for at least ten years of glory. In addition, our boss is a recognized top writer in the United States, as long as he is there, our Matrix will never lack excellent scripts."


    Hearing this, looking at the confident and steady young man sitting across from him, Gary Barber was very envious even though his face remained calm. As Buddy Morris said, the film and television adaptation of Bruce Guo''s novel has become a big hit in Hollywood through the success of one film in the past four years. As long as he is there, the matrix will never lack excellent scripts. That''s an advantage MGM doesn''t have.


    "...If we, Matrix, buy MGM, then the profits of the matrix in the future will also be distributed to MGM shareholders, including Mr. Barber."


    As the CEO of MGM, Gary Barber also owns a stake in MGM, although not much, but if multiplied by the size of MGM, it is also a huge amount of money. In the end, if you can convert your stake in MGM into a promising matrix, that stake will represent even greater gains.


    You must know that the current matrix company is not a listed company. If you want to get its shares, there is no way to get the young people on the opposite side to nod.


    This result has also contributed to the soaring prices of bonds issued by matrix companies in the bond market today.


    "The Matrix Company has a bright future. It is because of the recognition of the excellence of the Matrix that I agreed to the invitation of the two of you to attend today''s dinner and intend to merge MGM and United Arts into the Matrix Company. But the price you gave is too high. Low. Neither I, nor MGM shareholders, including me, would agree."


    "Mr. Barber, your overvaluation of MGM will not lead to a merger," Buddy Morris said.


    "We can reduce the cash ratio a little bit." Gary Barber said after pondering for a while.


    "How much?"


    Buddy Morris asked immediately.


    "$2.5 billion plus a 10% stake in the new company."


    "It''s impossible!" Buddy Morris shook his head quickly.


    "Mr. Morris, Mr. Guo, this is MGM''s final condition, and we will not back down."


    Looking at his serious expression, Guo Shouyun, who had not spoken much, nodded.


    "Cash plus a new company equity of 4.5 billion US dollars and assumes all debts is also the final condition for Matrix to acquire MGM."


    "So we can''t reach an agreement today!"


    Guo Shouyun spread his hands.


    He wanted to buy MGM, but he also didn''t want to be taken advantage of.


    "Well, since that''s the case, then I''ll take my leave. If Mr. Guo changes his mind, I welcome you to call at any time."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, neither denying nor agreeing.


    Together, the two send Gary Barber out of Cyril''s restaurant.


    Looking at the distant car shadow, "Boss, do you think it is highly likely that MGM will agree to our terms?"


    "What do you think?"


    "Judging by Gary Barber''s reaction, it''s very unlikely."


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, "Now that MGM has not reached its limit, Gary Barber naturally has the confidence to negotiate with us. However, now is not the era of independent film companies."


    In addition to movies, Disney also has theme parks, espn sports, ABC, and peripheral businesses such as games and toys.


    Twentieth Century Fox, behind the huge News Corporation. AOL Time Warner''s business spans online and offline, involving almost all media and entertainment methods such as movies, television, radio, newspapers and magazines.


    Behind Paramount is the larger media giant Viacom. Behind the Columbia company is the giant Sony, which is still standing despite its decline. Not to mention the matrix, all of Guo Shouyun''s assets are its backing.


    After nodding clearly, Buddy Morris continued to ask: "Do the negotiations with MGM need to continue?"


    "Go ahead. Just take a break for a while. It''s not good for us to be too pushy."


    "Yes!"


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    After separating from Buddy Morris at Cyril''s restaurant, Guo Shouyun drove home. However, after his participation in the Oscars revealed his schedule, his invitations here increased.


    Some he is too lazy to go, and some he needs to go.


    "Boss, do you need us to go together?"


    "No need, Matthew just accompanies me."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who had sorted out his clothes and walked out, Wu Xiaojing and Wang Jue showed a trace of disappointment on their faces.


    As an administrative assistant, **oss rarely take them out when they go out, which is not a good sign. At least in their opinion.


    After leaving the house, Matthew drove to San Marino. This is the third largest luxury residential area in Los Angeles after Beverly Hills and Malibu.


    Among the households who have passed 4ooo, Asians account for more than 53.3%, especially the rich Chinese account for the majority. And more than two-thirds of the people here are educated, and it is also the city with the highest concentration of Chinese in California.


    Plus, the view here is not as close to the ocean as Beverly Hills and Malibu though. However, in the famous Huntington Library, it is completely built with Chinese gardens as the background. It is comparable to the Humble Administrator''s Garden, a Chinese Jiangnan-style garden "Liufang Garden", which makes it full of different attractiveness.


    At the same time, because of the relationship with the world-renowned California Institute of Technology, it has a more humanistic and academic atmosphere than Beverly Hills and Malibu. The San Marino School District is also the best and the best in California, and the only school district in the United States with a full score. Elementary school, junior high school, high school, all ten schools are ten.


    Of course, this series of excellent conditions has also caused the supply of houses in San Marino to be almost in short supply, especially now that house prices in the United States have begun to rise significantly.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand after looking at the single-family villa surrounded by lush vegetation and courtyard walls.


    "Go call the door!"


    "Yes!"


    After answering, Matthew got out of the car and went to the closed iron door and pressed the doorbell. After he revealed his identity, the courtyard door opened soon. The returning Matthew drove into the interior of the villa.


    After passing through the courtyard gate is a garden, about 200 square meters. In the United States, such a scale can only be regarded as a mid-range. Half of the yard is planted with flowers and plants, and the other half is a flat hardened pavement.


    The main body of the villa is a two-storey villa with an obvious American style. Judging from the shape, there is a backyard at the back, which is still unknown.


    After Matthew stopped the car, Guo Shouyun looked around. Several obviously high-end cars had been parked next to him, making him understand that he was not the only one invited to the party today.


    "Bruce!"


    When Guo Shouyun just opened the car door and got out, a young man with a face full of surprise had already strode towards him.


    "I didn''t expect you to come."


    Cheng Tinghua, who was surprised in his heart, stepped forward and gave him a hug.


    "Of course I''m coming by my friend''s invitation!"


    "Bruce, we meet again!"


    "Qin Xiao!"


    After glancing at the man who still maintained his impression of being dark and thin, Guo Shouyun turned his eyes to the back. Wang Guozhen, who is wearing glasses, Du Hongchuan, who is blessed, Gao Jingguo, who is more mature and capable, and Yao Qianqian, who is still in a red dress and is charming and beautiful.


    "Why didn''t you see Chen Huidi and Qiu Hongying?"


    At the meeting in San Francisco, and later the establishment of the "United Real Estate Company", including Guo Shouyun, a total of nine people!


    "They went to Singapore to get married and are not here today." Qin Xiaodao.


    "Really? That''s congratulations!"


    "The specific date for the wedding has not yet been set, otherwise I will definitely invite you."


    Wang Guozhen, who was close to Chen Huidi and Qiu Hongying, was afraid that Guo Shouyun would be dissatisfied because of this, so he quickly explained.


    In fact, there was no Guo Shouyun at the party today, but after they heard that the other party was in Los Angeles, they tried to seal the invitation. They didn''t expect the other party to actually come, which was an unexpected surprise!


    "Then I''ll be waiting!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled. He could see that these people, including Cheng Tinghua, who had met him the most, had some restrained expressions.


    Also, compared to more than three years ago when the two sides first met. Compared with the past, Guo Shouyun''s identity and status are completely incomparable.


    Back then, LinkedIn and Google��s influence was limited to Silicon Valley. The matrix has just started, Phoenix and Hanhua are only inconspicuous members of the financial world, and Guo''s Business Group is only a medium-sized self-produced and self-sold farming and animal husbandry group.


    But now Ruby, which includes LinkedIn, and Google, has become a high-tech company in the world''s attention. After annexing many businesses such as Pixar, Marvel, Blizzard, Warner Records, Nett TV, Universal Pictures, Universal Studios, etc., Matrix has become the world''s largest company alongside Time Warner, Disney, 20th Century Fox, News Corporation and other giants. top media company.


    Phoenix and Hanhua have also become the two major financial centers in New York and Hong Kong with the fastest growth and the largest profit growth, and have attracted worldwide attention.


    After annexing Burger King, Guo''s Business Group has become a large-scale integrated business group with assets of nearly 10 billion US dollars with five major businesses: retail, farming, slaughtering, logistics and catering.


    In addition to these, Guo Shouyun also owns the old computer company Apple, which has once again become a high-tech company in the United States due to the hot sales of iPods.


    Pacific Energy Group, after the annexation of Pacific Power and Gas Company, Southern California Gas Company, and Southern Company has become the world''s largest power group and natural gas distribution and retail company, in 48 countries around the world and regional business.


    Unocal Petroleum is currently the fifth largest oil company in the United States after Exxon Mobil, Chevron Texaco, ConocoPhillips and Valero Energy.


    Although Huaxia''s business sector is still small, it is not very eye-catching. But just in the career map of the United States, it is already an amazing career that others may not be able to achieve in their entire lives.


    All this constitutes Guo Shouyun''s admirable, even a little fearful, prominent power.


    Although Cheng Tinghua and the others also came from a wealthy family, compared to Guo Shouyun, Qin Xiao, who had the best family affairs among them, was also far behind. This kind of psychological gap, even if Guo Shouyun deliberately made himself easy-going, could not change the delicate atmosphere of embarrassment.


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    After a simple greeting, Cheng Tinghua and the others accompanied Guo Shouyun into the villa. Everyone was seated separately, and Guo Shouyun, who was vaguely dominant, didn''t want the atmosphere to be too embarrassing, so he took the initiative to speak.


    "Is today''s dinner very rich!"


    "It''s rare to have a distinguished guest like you, so of course we have to prepare more." Cheng Tinghua smiled.


    "It looks like I can let go of my stomach and have a good meal tonight."


    "That''s the best. ... Let''s start then? Eat and chat!"


    "Is there no one else coming?"


    "No, it''s just us. Those present today are all my own people!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    Cheng Tinghua, the organizer of the banquet, greeted everyone with red wine and raised his glass.


    "Cheers to our friends together again, especially Bruce''s visit!"


    "cheers!"


    After a glass of wine, the rusty atmosphere at first faded a little. After a few people looked at each other, Yao Qianqian said, "Bruce, we plan to list United Real Estate, what do you think?"


    "Listed?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Do you have the company''s latest operating data? If so, show me!"


    When I first invested in United Real Estate, it was more about helping them because they were all Chinese. Therefore, even if he owns 14.8% of the original shares of United Real Estate, Guo Shouyun only appointed a director representing himself in the name of the Guo Family Trust to supervise the company''s finance and operations. Apart from looking at its quarterly and annual reports, and investing money to maintain his shareholding ratio when shareholders plan to expand their shares and capital, he himself has basically never participated in the operation of United Real Estate.


    "certainly!"


    Yao Qianqian nodded and looked at Cheng Tinghua, who was the real CEO of United Real Estate. Of all the people present, he is most familiar with the operating data of United Real Estate.


    After hearing Guo Shouyun''s question, Cheng Tinghua got up and brought the computer prepared in advance. After finding the operation of the company, especially the recent financial information, he put it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "As of May 2003, United Real Estate has total assets of US$437 million and liabilities of US$112 million. In the two quarters, operating income was US$85.7 million, non-operating income was US$12.05 million, and net profit was US$17.25 million! Plots currently under development and to be developed There are 21 blocks totaling 57,600 square feet����


    Looking at the information in his hand, Guo Shouyun estimated in his heart that after four capital injections and more than three years of development, the scale of United Real Estate, which had a registered fund of US$15 million, has increased by nearly 30 times.


    "I didn''t expect you to manage United Real Estate so well."


    "Speaking of which, I would like to thank you. If it wasn''t for the generous returns from Lei Ting, we wouldn''t have been able to continuously inject capital into the company. The asset management income of United Real Estate could not be so lucrative." Cheng Tinghua said.


    From the very beginning, Cheng Tinghua and the others were Lei Ting''s customers, so Guo Shouyun made several operations and they also got rich rewards. Later, they simply put some of the cash flow of United Real Estate into it. These gains have provided substantial financial support for the development of United Real Estate.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Since United Real Estate has no shortage of funds, what is the purpose of your listing?"


    Qin Xiao handed over another document.


    "This is the information of Taylor Real Estate Company, you can take a look."


    After a quick glance, Guo Shouyun understood.


    "Are you going to buy it?"


    "Hmm! ... Now that the U.S. real estate industry is in the ascendant, we intend to expand the scale of United Properties as much as possible before the real upswing period."


    "So you chose it?" Guo Shouyun raised the information in his hand.


    "Taylor Real Estate has 32 plots in the East San Francisco Bay Area such as Alameda County and Menlo Park, although it is not the core area of ??Silicon Valley like Santa Clara and Palo Alto. But with the development of Internet companies, business and Residential real estate has great potential. Moreover, the business scope of United Real Estate is mainly concentrated in the vicinity of Los Angeles. The acquisition of Taylor Real Estate will allow us to expand into northern California. At the same time, it can double the revenue of United Real Estate and buy medium-sized real estate developers. the ranks." Cheng Tinghua nodded and said his plan.


    Guo Shouyun said, "Are you sure about the acquisition of Taylor''s real estate? You must know that the rise of real estate in the United States is very obvious. As long as you are not stupid, you know that this business is very profitable now."


    ��Thomas Taylor, owner of Taylor Properties, although a shrewd businessman and entrepreneurial elite, is also a crazy gambler. He has lost more than $130 million in Las Vegas over the past five years. Flow of Taylor Properties He basically ran out of money and owed huge debts in the banking industry. Now, he has no other assets to pay his debts except fire sale companies. However, because of the rapid development of the real estate industry, we also have other competition Competitors. Therefore, there needs to be more adequate protection in terms of funds, and it seems the most reasonable way to go public at present.��


    "It''s really good to raise funds through listing. However, from the application for project approval to the roadshow to the final listing; the whole process takes at least half a year. Compared with this acquisition, half a year is too late. Moreover, it is not now. Good time to go public.��


    In Guo Shouyun''s view, the most suitable time for United Real Estate to go public is 2005 or 2006, when US real estate was at its peak and could gain more recognition in the market and a higher price-earnings ratio. At the same time, he also has enough time to maximize his interests before the subprime mortgage crisis by cashing out after the stock reaches the 6-month lock-up period.


    Seeing the big from the small is not just United Real Estate, but most of his investments and companies have this plan.


    ��We also know that going public takes a long time and the timing is not very good. But going public is the only way we can raise big money right now.��


    ��Why not try bonds? It takes less time to issue asset-backed bonds or convertibles. And you can get funding faster.��


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun quickly swept his eyes over them and smiled, "Or, are you planning to ask me to help?"


    A trace of embarrassment flashed in Cheng Tinghua''s eyes, they really planned to ask Guo Shouyun to help. With the strength of Phoenix, they can easily provide them with sufficient acquisition funds. It''s just that everyone''s relationship is not too close, and Guo Shouyun''s current status is too high, and the gap between the strengths of the two sides is too large, so they came up with an excuse to go public.


    People who don''t know much about financial markets may really think they''re going public. But for professionals, it is better to raise funds through the bond market than to raise funds. Although the latter has to pay a certain interest, it can obtain the convenience of time.


    Guessing Cheng Tinghua''s plan, Guo Shouyun was not angry. After putting down the information about Taylor''s real estate in his hand, "How much money do you need?"


    "$300 million!"


    "Taylor Properties is 20% larger than United Properties, is $300 million enough?"


    "Including the company''s own funds, it is enough. Moreover, Thomas Taylor is eager to get cash. The advantage of our all-cash payment is enough to gain a certain price advantage." Qin Xiao, the company''s CEO, said quickly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "As a shareholder of the company, I really should help with the acquisition of Taylor Real Estate. However, there is a saying that ''brothers will settle accounts'', I can come forward and let Phoenix Company buy the bonds issued by United Real Estate, but I should receive it. I will not lose interest."


    "Of course! We don''t want a situation where the public and private are not divided, disrupting the normal operation of United Real Estate." Cheng Tinghua said.


    "That''s good. ... You can go to the Phoenix branch in Los Angeles to talk about specific matters. I will explain it to them in advance."


    "Thank you so much, Bruce."


    "No, I''m also a shareholder of the company." Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "By the way, although there is no need to go public this time. But going public is indeed the best choice for companies that want to raise funds for rapid development. Therefore, there are now We need to have a good discussion."


    "Our original plan was to acquire Taylor Real Estate and start the listing preparation after a year of integration. The approximate time is at the end of 2004." Qin Xiaodao.


    "The end of 2004 was a good choice, but I hope you guys can push it back a year."


    "2005?"


    "Not bad. Now the US real estate market is just showing a precursor to the outbreak According to the past rules, there will be an outbreak period of about three years. Rapidly rising, and listing at this time, investment institutions will recognize United Real Estate��s stock more, and at the same time, you can get a good price-earnings ratio. Whether it is for the company or everyone here, it is the best choice. "


    Cheng Tinghua and Qin Xiao exchanged glances. They were not sure about the outbreak period of Guo Shouyun''s real estate industry for about three years. Because the past few US real estate rising cycles have not reflected this pattern.


    But even so, Guo Shouyun''s outstanding record in financial investment is more convincing than any words. So, even if they doubted, they did not object.


    After talking about mergers and acquisitions, Guo Shouyun clearly felt that Cheng Tinghua''s expressions were a little more relaxed. Obviously, inviting themselves this evening, ''helping'' is their main purpose.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun didn''t have much rejection in his heart. Now he has already tried the taste of ''the height is too cold''. With a small number of relatives, most of the "friends" around him are for profit, not friendship.


    However, this is the normal organization of society. As the saying goes: ''Poverty is in a busy city and no one asks, and the rich have distant relatives in the mountains. ��


    Moreover, sometimes the combination of interests is often stronger than the so-called friendship!


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    When he left Cheng Tinghua''s new villa, it was already past nine o''clock in the evening.


    "boss!"


    After nodding, he took off his jacket and handed it to Wu Xiaojing. Guo Shouyun, who was just about to go to the study on the second floor, heard the sound of playing basketball behind him.


    "Dongpo is back?"


    "As soon as I came back, I went to the back court with the basketball. It''s been almost two hours now." Wu Xiaojing nodded and said.


    "I gonna go see."


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun came outside through the corridor leading to the backyard. Sure enough, under the bright lights, a tall figure was sweating profusely on the basketball court attached to the manor.


    Guo Shouyun stood in the distance and watched for a while, then walked over.


    Hearing the sound of footsteps from far to near behind him, Qian Dongpo did not stop immediately, but used the crab step commonly used in basketball defense, from left to right, then grabbed the basketball from the bottom of the basket and walked to the free throw line. position, and shoot the basketball with a standard shooting posture. It''s a pity that because I didn''t master the strength well, the sound of ''bang'' hit the iron.


    Qian Dongpo''s face couldn''t help showing a trace of annoyance when he missed a goal.


    "Mr. Guo!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, then walked over.


    "Wipe off your sweat!"


    "thanks!"


    After speaking, Qian Dongpo took the towel and wiped it on his face indiscriminately. After pulling him to the bench next to him and sitting down, "How is it, are you tired from training recently?"


    "Not tired, I like to play basketball!" Qian Dongpo said with a naive smile after scratching his head.


    Although he is stupid, that doesn''t mean he is stupid. Qian Dongpo knew what was good for him. And for people like him, there are not many choices in life, even fewer than ordinary people. Therefore, for a "stupid person" who knows his own weaknesses and is willing to work hard to seize his strengths and keep working hard for them, he is more likely to succeed than most ordinary people.


    Just like the saying that everyone knows, ''As long as the effort is deep and the iron pestle is ground into a needle''. Anyone can become an expert in the field as long as they work hard for ten years.


    What''s more, Qian Dongpo himself has a physical advantage far beyond ordinary people. Basketball center is the occupation that needs the most physical advantage.


    "Have you contacted Xiaoling recently?" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "I just called yesterday and she asked me to train well here."


    "That''s good! Also, don''t train too late in the future. You are still growing your body, and overtraining is not good for your growth."


    "But I''m very stupid. I can''t master the basketball knowledge taught by the coach if I don''t practice much." Qian Dongpo said with shame.


    "Haha, you''ve only practiced basketball for a few days? Besides, the moves that Coach Brown has given you are the basic moves for basketball training. Even if you know it, you''ll need to practice every day in the future. Besides, you''re only 13 years old now. There is still time for training.��


    After patting Qian Dongpo on the shoulder, Guo Shouyun pulled him up.


    "Come on, go back and take a shower. Go to bed early!"


    "Um!"


    Qian Dongpo nodded obediently. With a reckless personality, apart from his sister, the man he respects the most is the man in front of him. He could feel that the other party was really good for him.


    "By the way, sir. Coach Brown asked me to tell you that the team is flying to San Antonio to play the Spurs in three days."


    "Understood, go and rest!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Although he''s been busy with the company these days, he doesn''t pay much attention to the Clippers game. But events like the Western Conference semifinals are mentioned in the major newspapers. Guo Shouyun, who has the habit of reading newspapers, also knows the Clippers'' schedule.


    After more than a week of fierce battles, the Spurs and Clippers still fought the most crucial "tiebreaker". The venue for the final game was the at&t Center, home of the San Antonio Spurs!


    "The time is right and the place is right. The game has not yet started, and the people are gone."


    Shaking his head, no matter whether he wins or loses this game, it is just a harmless life adjustment for him. Winning is better, number = losing is nothing.


    "Xiaojing, save time on the 17th, I''m going to Antonio."


    Since he promised them to be there to cheer the team on, Guo Shouyun didn''t plan to break his promise. And this time he came to Los Angeles to do almost the same things, and it was time to leave.


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    San Antonio is the second largest city in Texas after Houston and the seventh largest city in the United States. Financial services, government, healthcare and tourism are the pillars of its economy. Among the top 500 companies in the United States are Valena Energy, Tesoro Petroleum, United Services Automobile Association, Clearwater Communications and Newstar Energy. located here. In addition, it is also one of the largest military towns of the US military, and one of the twelve joint air force bases of the United States is located here.


    Guo Shouyun, who came to the city for the first time on his own private jet Kunpeng, temporarily stayed in the business suite of the Hilton Hotel.


    He had just checked into the hotel when an unexpected visitor appeared in front of him.


    "How did you come?"


    "When I originally planned to fly back to Houston, I happened to meet the boss''s private plane landing at San Antonio Airport, so I followed him all the way." Rebecca Mark smiled.


    "I see!...Sit down and talk!"


    After greeting her to sit down, "How is the company?"


    "It''s still in the integration stage, but things are going smoothly. I believe that at most half a year, the run-in period will be able to pass."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I trust your ability. However, you are not in the Houston headquarters, why did you come to San Antonio?"


    "Originally, Unocal had a supply agreement with Valole Energy. Now that we are acquiring Unocal, the agreement needs to be re-signed."


    Valole Energy is an oil company ahead of Unocal. But its strength is more in petrochemical and distribution retail, and it does not have its own oil reserves. The crude oil required by the enterprise is purchased from crude oil companies such as Unocal, Continental Oil, and Chesapeake Energy.


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, "Just in time you are here, so I don''t need to make another trip to Houston."


    When the words fell, he picked up his computer and opened it, found a document and pushed it to Rebecca Mark.


    Look at the huge tracts of southern New Mexico and western Texas circled in red on the computer screen.


    "This is��?"


    "Try to buy oil blocks within this range in the future!"


    "why?"


    "You''ll find out why later!"


    Looking at the map on the computer, a flash of memory flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    In 2018, the most sensational news in the international energy market was the discovery of a super oil field in the United States. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the Wolfcamp Shale and Bone Spring formations in the Midland Basin of Texas and the Delaware Basin of New Mexico contain about 46.3 billion barrels of oil, 281 trillion cubic feet of natural gas and 20 billion barrels of LNG.


    The two basins constitute the largest oil field in the United States, and at the current rate of oil production, the United States will be able to exploit it for 49 years. This discovery directly turned the United States from a net oil importer into an oil exporter. It can be seen that its reserves are huge.


    But also because its reserves are too huge, even if Guo Shouyun has previous knowledge, it is impossible for him to swallow it completely. Besides, he only vaguely remembered an approximate location. This approximate location is equivalent to one-sixth of Texas, or 120,000 square kilometers. No amount of money could have bought so much land.


    So the best option is for Rebecca Mark to buy land from the center point. In this way, there is the greatest possibility to buy oil fields. Moreover, it is either the Gobi or the desert, and the land price is cheap. It won''t take up too much money.


    "Do you want to buy it and explore immediately?"


    "No! Let''s talk about it when we get Brazil!" Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    In fact, he''s not going to do a large-scale development here until his power rises to the next level. Otherwise, even if he gets a big oil field, the biggest benefit will not fall into his mouth.


    Exxon Mobil, Chevron Texaco, BP, Shell, these oil giants, he can resist one or two, but together, he will definitely not be able to resist. The best way is to develop the oil fields here while supporting Ao Guanhai on the presidency. At that time, after seizing the unprecedented opportunity of the ''subprime mortgage crisis'', his power and status will undergo qualitative changes. At that time, I didn''t say I was fearless, but I could really be on an equal footing with the world''s top giants such as Morgan, Rockefeller, and Roosevelt.


    After Rebecca agreed, Guo Shouyun continued: "This time, when I go back, I can prepare for the negotiation before the company goes public."


    "Will it be too soon?"


    "No. It takes at least half a year to prepare for the listing. If it is longer, nine months is normal. Moreover, we still have a round of PE talks, and one year can only be said to be suitable, which is far from sufficient. "


    "I understand! Do you personally preside over the financing negotiation of the pe round?"


    After briefly thinking about it, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "There are some people I need to meet in person. When the time comes, you will also attend."


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun looked at the time, "Since you''re here, why don''t you go to the ball game tonight? The Clippers and Spurs tiebreaker."


    "You''d better go by yourself I''m not really interested in basketball. Besides, the integration of Unocal and Anping''s oil business has just started, and there are a lot of things in Houston waiting for me to deal with."


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "That''s fine. I''ll let the Kunpeng take you back. It''s a benefit from my boss."


    "Thank you boss!"


    "Come on, I''ll take you out!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand and got up and sent Rebecca Mark out of the hotel.


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 Chapter 526： Clippers vs Spurs

    Chapter 526 Clippers vs Spurs


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    The at&t Center Arena, a new arena where the communications giant AT&T spends tens of millions of dollars in naming fees every year, is the home of the Spurs, a powerful NBA team today.


    As the key Western Conference semifinals, and it is the tiebreaker between the Clippers and the Spurs, it is natural for the ABC, which has the broadcast rights to broadcast the event, to broadcast live across the United States.


    And responsible for commenting the game is still the NBA famous mouth Kevin Harlan and Mike Green.


    "Hello everyone from the audience, I''m Kevin Harlan; I''m Mike Green. In the 2002-2003 NBA playoffs, the Western Conference semifinals between the Clippers and the Spurs in the semifinal tiebreaker will be explained by us."


    "Mike, why is my partner always you?"


    "Kevin, I don''t mind having Harry Berry or Charlize Theron replace you at all."


    "Although I''d love to get your wish, I think the company must be reluctant to pay this salary."


    "So in the end it was just the two of us. It''s a really bad fact."


    After teasing each other a few times, "No kidding. Mike, who do you think will win tonight?"


    "I bet on the Spurs."


    "The Spurs? Why not the Clippers. You must know that in the regular season, in the 4 encounters between the two sides, the Clippers won 3 times."


    "Because in the eight-for-four game, the Clippers have already played seven games with the Lakers, which has consumed too much physical strength. And the main power forward Pau Gasol also missed this crucial half because of a foot injury. finals."


    "The Clippers, whose strength has declined and are out of physical strength, have a better chance of winning than the Spurs, which are full."


    "But I still think the Clippers have a better chance of winning. First of all, despite the absence of Gasol, Mehmet Okur, who has averaged 7.3 points, 4.2 rebounds, 0.8 rebounds in the past 24 playoff games Blocks. Yao, his partner, averaged 13.5 points, 8.3 rebounds and 1.7 blocks in 24 playoff games. Their partnered Clippers, although not as strong as the Spurs'' Duncan and Robinson, are not too bad. More. Judging from the first six games, Yao''s height and his soft touch can still be a good shield and attack point in the interior."


    "Secondly, although the Clippers lag behind in the interior. But in the backcourt, Chauncey such as Pus, who averaged 16.2 points, 3.69 rebounds, and 3.88 assists per game, and 20.1 points, 8.2 assists, and 7.7 rebounds per game. , Kidd with 1.8 steals, his strength and experience far exceed the strength of the Spurs paired by Ginobili and Tony Parker."


    "In the end, although they fought against the Lakers for seven games and were physically weak, in the matchup with the Spurs, they did not fall because of it, but they have been playing until now. They are more resilient than the Spurs."


    "So, I think the Clippers are more likely to win!"


    "Are you going to bet with me again?"


    "Betting, betting, anyway, even if you lose, you won''t lose anything...!"


    "No no, you lost and invited me to a big dinner! ...Wait, ohmygod, who did I find out? Is that Bruce Guo?"


    With Mike Green screaming in shock, almost everyone''s attention was attracted by the TV and the scene.


    Soon, as the camera lens was adjusted, sitting in the first row behind the rest area of ??the Clippers, a figure wearing a light blue shirt, black casual trousers and white sneakers appeared on the big screen and on the TV.


    "Wow, is that Bruce Guo?"


    "Bruce Guo, the super-rich in Silicon Valley?"


    "He came to the game too?"...


    "boss!"


    Without Matthew''s reminder, Guo Shouyun also noticed the movement on the scene and his own figure on the big screen in the middle.


    Now that it has been discovered, there is no need to pretend to be cold. He smiled and raised his right hand with a simple wave as a greeting. If he had a choice, he would prefer to sit in the box and watch the game, rather than make a big noise here. However, the private boxes in the at&t center arena are all long-term leases, and they have long been rented to local companies and individuals with good money. So, he can only buy the front position.


    But after this experience, Guo Shouyun will never buy such a position again next time. Because once exposed, he became a monkey in the audience, and everyone, including the camera, was chasing him. He doesn''t like this feeling.


    Fortunately, time did not make him uncomfortable for too long. As the game approached, both teams finally played. Slowly, the attention of the audience and the media also shifted to the game. But apart from the game, he is still the most watched one.


    Of course, with such a big movement, everyone in the Clippers also noticed the boss sitting behind them.


    "boss!"


    "boss!"


    Looking at the players who greeted him one by one, Guo Shouyun nodded, "Come on, I think the victory tonight must belong to us."


    "Yes!"


    "Boss, why don''t you come and sit here!"


    Larry Brown pointed to the team rest area next to him.


    "No. I''ll do it here."


    Seeing his refusal, Larry Brown didn''t insist either. After nodding, he began to greet the players to warm up.


    After warming up and returning to the field, the game will officially start. The noisy stands also gradually quieted down as the players from both sides began to stand in circles.


    Not surprisingly, it was the center of their respective teams who were responsible for rebounding, Yao Ming for the Clippers, and David Robinson for the Spurs.


    The result is of course no need to ask, the ball was easily won by Yao Ming. Even an admiral in his prime would not necessarily be able to compete with Yao Ming''s outstanding height on the jump ball, let alone an old guy who is now almost 38 years old.


    But David Robinson can''t, but it doesn''t mean that the others in the Spurs are behind. Duncan returned to his own half as soon as Yao Ming got the ball. Although Tony Parker was inexperienced, he was fast. Kidd''s planned fast break didn''t work out. However, he did not stop in the face of Tony Parker''s defense, and dribbled the ball to the Spurs'' penalty area.


    Chauncey Buzz shrugged off Spurs shooting guard Stephen Jackson and followed into the paint. As he moved into the three-second zone, Kidd''s pass arrived. For example, Puth takes the ball and shoots, the basketball hits the rebound, and the two points are in hand.


    Jason Kidd and Chauncey Billups, both are cool guards. Offense and defense are well-balanced, and has excellent playmaking skills. Their partner''s backcourt is the most solid guarantee for the Clippers to win 62 games in the regular season.


    In the playoffs, they were able to defeat the powerful Lakers, and they fought with the Spurs to Game 7 despite their poor interior strength.


    So, in the final Game 7, the backcourt of Chauncey Puth and Jason Kidd was a guarantee of victory for the Clippers.


    Switching offense and defense, the Spurs, who pursued the "twin tower tactics", are now playing the same positional battle as the Clippers. Parker dribbled the ball across the center line, facing the experienced and strong defensive Kidd. Although he had just landed in the NBA, he was not impatient. After observing the situation on the court, he took the initiative to cut inwards, after affecting Kidd to turn left, his right hand was thrown from behind, and the basketball flew like lightning to Duncan, who was on the right near the bottom line.


    This expressionless guy with the nickname of "Shi Buddha", the moment he received the ball, he carried Yao Ming to the inside line.


    Duncan, who is now at his peak, is a guy who can fight against the big shark O''Neal. The two played against each other 32 times in the regular season, and Ao Fatty won 18 games; 30 games in the playoffs, the two were evenly divided. It can be seen that, in addition to technology, Duncan''s body is also the top in the inside line.


    Of course, if you don''t have a good body, you can''t support a good inside player.


    Duncan''s sudden attack made Yao Ming take a half step back, causing the defense to dislocate. Duncan, who seized the opportunity, took a big stride and came to the basket, exerting his excellent ability of ''big basic skills'', hitting the basket and scoring two points easily.


    Seeing this scene, Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart. Although Yao Ming''s strength and stamina have been improved by more than one grade after training in the past year, it is still a little worse than the naturally strong blacks and whites.


    "He still needs to continue to grow before he can truly become a top center in the NBA!"


    Next, the two sides will come and go, and the Clippers will continue to score points by relying on the double guns in the backcourt. The Spurs relied on a strong inside line and held on tight. At the end of the half, the Clippers led by five points 48:44, but in the third quarter, Ginobili led the Spurs'' bench to bring the difference back to three points, and in the fourth quarter, Duncan put the score as soon as he played. equalized.


    "boom��!"


    Jason Kidd missed a mid-range shot and the rebound was taken off by Duncan.


    Just as he was about to launch a fast break, the courtside whistle rang for a timeout. Duncan frowned, sure enough to take the offense if he wasn''t interrupted.


    The timeout was called by Larry Brown, frowning at the gasping player. In fact, it wasn''t just him, even Guo Shouyun next to him frowned.


    He also played basketball, he could tell. Compared with when they first came on the court, the pace of the Clippers players has obviously become heavier. Even Kidd and Puth, who had good physical strength, began to pant.


    "It''s not good for the Clippers!"


    "That''s right. They played two tiebreaks with the Lakers and the Spurs in a row, and their physical reserves are far less than the Spurs. Now this physical disadvantage has been exposed. If I were Popovich, I would definitely choose to play the fast break now. "


    The voice of the live commentary made the audience in front of the TV understand the situation at the scene.


    "Jason, slow down and make the most of every shot."


    Jason Kidd nodded. As the best point guard in the league, it''s not difficult for him to control the rhythm of the team.


    "Yao, can you still hold on?"


    "Yes, coach!"


    With a towel on his head, Yao Ming, who was out of breath, gritted his teeth and nodded vigorously. Since he came to the NBA, he has not only represented himself, but also the 1.3 billion Chinese people behind him. So, he can lose, but he must not back down.


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 Chapter 527： semi-final battle

    Chapter five hundred and twenty seventh semi-final battle


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    Larry Brown patted his already strong arm, "I know you''re tired. But with Paul injured, we don''t have a solid inside to take your responsibilities. Limit Duncan''s swing, support It''s up to you and Memet to play the Clippers'' inside line."


    "Yes, coach."


    After Larry Brown nodded, his sharp and serious eyes swept across everyone.


    "Guys, I know you guys are tired both physically and mentally after playing 13 games in a row. But this is the second year in a row that we''re in the Western Conference finals. A place. That''s a disgrace to me and to you. So, today we have to win. . . to win!"


    Larry Brown clenched his fists tightly and waved a few times, then opened his palms with the backs of his hands up. Seeing this, the five main players also put their right hands up.


    "come on!"


    "come on!"


    At this time, Larry Brown, who was all focused on the court, had forgotten Guo Shouyun, the big boss who was sitting in the back. And the latter, who knew how many pounds and taels he had, didn''t mean to end up blindly commanding.


    The game restarted, and sure enough, the Spurs, who had a physical advantage, chose a fast break as soon as they came up. However, Kidd has been in the league for many years and has rich experience. The Clippers controlled by him have not been skewed by the Spurs'' fast break. Instead, he made full use of every possession time and only crossed half court in nearly eight seconds. Playing the offense nearly halfway through the 24-second violation.


    Kidd, who tried his best to buy time for his teammates to rest, made full use of his talents as a top point guard in the league. Even when his physical strength was almost bottomed out, he firmly grasped the rhythm of the team and organized every event. an attack.


    "Jason Kidd''s talent at point guard is at the top of the league, and the No. 1 player in NBA history can be better than him. I''m afraid there is no one other than Erwin Johnson. Gary Payton and Stockton was just alongside him."


    Kevin Harlan lamented after witnessing Jason Kidd''s performance.


    "This Clippers team has been able to play so far, and Kidd''s contribution is the greatest. When Bruce Guo rebuilt the Clippers, the most wise decision was to use Michael Olowokandi and Jeff McGinnis from the Suns. In exchange for Kidd. Look at how Michael and Jeff are in the Suns, look at the state of Kidd and how it works for the Clippers, you know how shrewd this trade is." Mike Green said.


    Kevin Harlan nodded in agreement, "Bruce Guo not only has extraordinary judgment in business, but also has extraordinary vision in selecting players. It''s unbelievable."


    Guo Shouyun completely ignored the praise of the two. For him now, the most attractive thing is the situation on the court.


    If they can beat the Spurs here, then in the face of the Nets, who beat the Pistons 4:2 but did not have Kidd, the Clippers have a high probability of winning and winning the final championship.


    Once the championship ring is obtained, in addition to the honor, the Clippers will be able to enhance the commercial value of the team itself.


    Although Guo Shouyun doesn''t expect the Clippers to make a lot of money for himself, if it can make this asset more valuable, why not do it.


    Of course, it''s too difficult for the Clippers to win the Spurs smoothly. Even with Kidd''s excellent skill and awareness, he controlled the rhythm and allowed his teammates to rest as much as possible. But over time, their physical weakness was inevitably exposed.


    The decline in physical strength directly caused the Clippers'' shooting percentage and defensive strength to decline significantly. In just two rounds, their two-point lead was passed by the Spurs.


    "It seems that there is no hope of winning the championship this year!"


    Looking at the situation on the field, Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart.


    "Di Di...!"


    The referee''s whistle suddenly sounded, and Guo Shouyun was shocked. He originally thought it was the final whistle, but he was relieved when he saw that there were 15 seconds left before the end.


    Now 96:92, the Clippers, who are four points behind, still have a chance. And, he just saw Kidd''s 3-pointer in, and if the penalty wasn''t an offensive violation, the split would have narrowed to one point. The suspense of victory and defeat has grown again.


    "The offense is effective! The black No. 9 thugs a foul and an extra penalty kick."


    "awesome!"


    The referee''s decision made the Clippers'' bench rejoice. The closest to Kidd, such as Puth, hugged him.


    Compared with the jubilation of the Clippers, the Spurs and the surrounding Spurs fans quit. The boos that almost overturned the stadium rang out. The Spurs players also surrounded the referee.


    However, in this case, even if the referee is wrong, it will not change the verdict on the spot. What''s more, judging from the slow motion played on the big screen, when Jason Kidd made a jumper, Tony Parker, who was defending him, obviously hit his right hand. However, when the call came, Kidd instantly switched the basketball from his right hand to his left and threw it out. The most important thing is to get in.


    Seeing that there was no way to change the result of the penalty, and Tony Parker did foul, Popovich called his players back and arranged for one last attack.


    It was indeed the last attack. There are only 15 seconds left in the fourth quarter. If you don''t make it, you can''t have a second chance. Of course, extra time counts.


    When the Spurs nervously arranged the final blow, Larry Brown of the Clippers was also constantly explaining to his disciples. However, at this time, apart from constantly repeating the defense, he has no good solution. After all, there are only 15 seconds left. Only by holding on to this offense will the Clippers have a chance to win.


    Everyone knows that the next goal is very crucial and directly determines the outcome of the game. Therefore, the originally noisy stands gradually quieted down. So much so that in the end, the friction of the players'' shoes on the court became so clear.


    Guo Shouyun was also one of the spectators who held his breath and stared at the stadium. His eyes were fixed on the basketball that was being held by Tony Parker at this time.


    "Clap...!"


    The basketball was getting faster and faster in his hands. Kidd opened his hands and stared calmly at the enemy opposite. Having played in the NBA for nearly ten years, he has long been accustomed to remaining calm at critical moments.


    After several attempts to get rid of it, Tony Parker knew that there was still a big gap between himself and the opponent in front of him. Knowing that the time could not be delayed, he changed his crotch and directly hoisted the basketball to Duncan who was inside.


    At this critical moment, it is obviously safer to use a strong inside advantage to score.


    Seeing Duncan holding the ball, Yao Ming, who was in charge of defending him, instantly became tense.


    "I must defend this ball!"


    The determined Yao Ming gritted his teeth, straightened his chest, spread his arms, and blocked all pitching routes.


    "boom��!"


    There was a loud banging of muscles. Duncan was surprised to find that the Huaxia center, who had been knocked back by him before, did not lose his position this time! Subconsciously, he looked up at and was greeted by a face that couldn''t hide his tiredness, but with a grim expression and round eyes.


    "You are indeed a good guy, but unfortunately it must be us who won today."


    After Shi Buddha finished speaking, he gathered his strength again and slammed into the opponent with a ''bang''. After squeezing half of his body, he quickly took a step back and got up to make a jumper.


    The arc of the basketball is very high, but Yao Ming, who tried his best to take off, was still 15 cm taller than the opponent, and his arm was longer, and his **** touched the lower end of the basketball.


    Although not powerful, but enough to change the ball path. Sure enough, Duncan must make a close-range shot, hit the neck of the rim and bounce out.


    Yao Ming, who knew he would not score when he encountered basketball, grabbed the offensive rebound faster than everyone else. Do not


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 Chapter 528： Hanshan Courtyard

    Chapter 528: Cold Mountain Courtyard


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    "Dad, I want to ride a big horse!"


    In the morning, Guo Shouyun had just eaten breakfast and was about to go to work in the study, when his baby daughter hugged her thigh.


    "Dad, I want too!"


    On the other side, the baby son also came up.


    Looking at the two clingy little guys, Guo Shouyun nodded lovingly considering that he usually spends less time at home.


    "Come on, get on Dad''s back."


    Seeing her father lying down, Elizabeth stepped on her father''s head and climbed up. When he stepped down, he was really not polite at all, and Guo Shouyun''s face had marks on his face.


    The best position was taken by my sister, so George had to step on his father''s thigh from behind, grab Guo Shouyun''s shirt and climb up.


    "drive��!"


    A cheerful child''s voice rang in his ears. Although I couldn''t see the expressions of the two babies, Guo Shouyun knew that they were too happy now, feeling the way they were jumping on their backs at the moment.


    Wendy next to her, looking at her lover who was usually calm and calm, who was in charge of the livelihood of nearly 100,000 people, was driven by two children to crawl around on the carpet in the living room, and the corners of her mouth could not help.


    But it was Guo Shouyun like this that made her admire him even more.


    "gentlemen��!"


    The housekeeper, Old Ward, saw the scene in the living room and hesitated before speaking.


    "What''s up?"


    "Miss Wang and Miss Wu are waiting for you outside. They said that you made an appointment to meet this morning and should be out now."


    Guo Shouyun suddenly said, "Almost forgot!"


    Wendy walked over and helped carry the two little guys down.


    "Dad, I want to play!"


    "Me too!"


    He squatted down and touched the heads of the two little guys, "Honey, I''ll play with you when Dad comes back, okay?"


    Although reluctant in their hearts, the two little guys obediently did not speak again. Looking at the small appearance of their grievances against Bara, although Guo Shouyun wanted to continue, in the end it was more important to work now. A kiss on their soft little cheeks.


    "It''s weird, Dad will be back soon."


    Standing up, "Wendy, they''ll hand you over!"


    "Do not worry!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after the two kissed each other, he turned and walked out of the room.


    In the living room, looking at Guo Shouyun who came in, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing quickly got up and greeted him. Although they were Guo Shouyun''s secretary, they did not live in Guo''s Manor at night.


    "boss!"


    "Let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and greeted the two of them out of the house.


    From Guo''s Manor, drive straight to the Hanshan Courtyard in Sunnyvale, which is the most commonly used place for Guo Shouyun to banquets.


    In addition, because people who hold Hanshan Bieyuan membership card, occasionally bring friends here. Not to disturb each other. Guo Shouyun also bought the adjacent villa. After getting through with each other, he used a new place, which he called the North Courtyard of Hanshan Bieyuan. Later, as the number of companies under his banner increased and there were more trivial things to deal with, there were more and more secretaries around him. The number of personnel in different categories such as daily government affairs, business intelligence, personal life, security guards, think tanks, etc. has now exceeded 32o.


    While not all of these people are in San Francisco, nearly half are here alone. It wouldn''t be appropriate to have an office in downtown Sunnyvale like it was before. Moreover, the most important thing about his personal affairs is to keep secrets, and it is not appropriate to put them in a crowded place.


    Therefore, after a comprehensive consideration, he simply bought the entire valley where the Hanshan Courtyard was originally located. Reconstruction and planning of buildings in the valley. In the end, it became a huge, zigzag building complex covering an area of ??over 12ooo acres.


    Although this building complex is still called Hanshan Bieyuan, it has more complete functions. The original south courtyard was the clubhouse, and the north courtyard was reserved for Guo Shouyun to entertain guests, and occasionally lived here. The largest East Court is reserved for its growing secretarial office.


    The three different building areas are divided by green belts and different recreational facilities, and together with dense guards, security and privacy are best guaranteed.


    Guo Shouyun works, unimportant things are in his study room, and important things are here. Unless there are special circumstances, he basically does not go to the specific company headquarters now.


    Even more so when it comes to entertaining guests.


    "Boss, they''re here!"


    Hearing Wang Jue''s reminder, Guo Shouyun got up and walked outside. Standing on the steps of the entrance door, I soon saw a black Mercedes-Benz car driving over.


    After parking, as the door opened, Stephen Bryan walked down with a fat middle-aged man in a black suit.


    "Mr. Destin, welcome!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was walking down the steps, took the initiative to stretch out his right hand towards him.


    "It''s my honor to meet Mr. Guo."


    At the first meeting, both parties seemed very polite.


    "Please come in!"


    "Please!"


    After nodding to Stephen Bryan and saying hello, the three of them walked in together.


    "Please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    "I heard that Mr. Destin likes coffee, so I specially prepared the first-class Jamaican Blue Mountains. I hope you like it."


    "Mr. Guo has a heart!"


    After a simple courtesy, Guo Shouyun consciously entered the topic.


    "Mr. Destin, Stephen told me that you have always had great doubts about our cooperation?"


    "I wonder why Mr. Guo split the Thunder Fund out of Phoenix? You know, this hedge fund is the backbone of Phoenix. Without it, Phoenix''s overall value would drop by a third. This makes it hard for me Convince the board of directors to agree to the merger of National City Bank and Phoenix." Ruben Durstein nodded.


    "The Thunder Fund was originally not the business scope of Phoenix in my plan. Even if there is no merger between the two parties, I will separate it from Phoenix."


    "Why? I don''t see any conflict between the two sides'' business."


    "There''s really no conflict in the business. But my strategic plan for Phoenix is ??to build it into a financially healthy fund management company with sound operations. Hedge funds are too risky."


    "The risk of venture capital is not worse than that of hedge funds. Mr. Guo''s explanation is difficult to convince." Ruben Destein''s eyes flashed with light.


    Phoenix''s open funds and trusts, private equity and hedge funds make up the iron triangle of its business income. Among them, the contribution to the China Fund is the largest. In the four years since its establishment, the revenue has exceeded 1.2oo billion US dollars. Gross profit exceeded 4.8 billion US dollars, and net profit was 28.8 billion US dollars.


    Over the years, Guo Shouyun has been able to become a tycoon across many industries such as finance, energy, media, technology, retail, etc., and Lei Ting''s contribution is a great contribution.


    It is precisely because of this understanding that when Stephen Bryan approached the door and planned to acquire the First Franklin Financial Company under the National City Bank of the United States, he came up with the idea of ??directly merging with the other party.


    But now the other party actually wants to separate Thunder from the Phoenix Company, which is undoubtedly a cut in Ruben Durstein''s original plan that he thought was perfect.


    Phoenix, without the Thunder Fund, is still a top company in the field of open-end funds and trusts, as well as private equity funds, but its attraction to him is much weaker. This is also the reason why he has been hesitant to say that now, he has not agreed to Stephen Bryan''s merger plan.


    ��Phoenix Capital invests in specific companies, while hedge funds invest in numbers in the stock market and futures market, and the latter uses leverage. In my opinion, physical companies are safer than numbers. And, than Given the irregular stock market, I am more at ease with the company." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Mr. Guo, your ability in the financial market has been obvious to all over the years," Ruben Destin reminded.


    "No one is a victorious general. It is precisely because I know enough that I truly have a sense of awe for the stock market and futures market." Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    Looking at Ruben Destin''s expression, he obviously didn''t believe it.


    In fact, Guo Shouyun''s division of the Thunder Fund is indeed not the "heart of awe" as he said. He just didn''t intend to let his foreknowledge take advantage of such greedy capitalists as Ruben Durstein.


    "I personally admire Mr. Guo''s prudence and prudence. But this cannot be used as a reason to divide the Thunder Fund. And the board of directors of National City Bank of America will not believe such an explanation."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Does National City Bank have an investment banking business?"


    "certainly!"


    "In the next 1 to 3 years, most of my companies will continue to be listed for 6 consecutive years. If the two sides merge. Then the new Phoenix Bank will be one of their main securities underwriters."


    Ruben Durstein''s eyes lit up.


    Nowadays, the companies under Guo Shouyun are all the sweet and delicious in the eyes of investment banks, and they have a bright future and are highly anticipated.


    Such as Pacific Energy Group, the world''s largest electricity and natural gas distribution retail company. Unocal Corporation, the fifth largest oil company in the United States. Guo''s Commercial, the fastest-growing comprehensive commercial company in the United States. Matrix, a world-class media giant. Google and Ruby, the leaders of the Internet industry in Silicon Valley. Phoenix, a financial upstart on Wall Street.


    On top of that, all of his companies, with the exception of Apple, remain private. And once these companies are listed in the next one to three years as the other party said, the profits contained in them will be as high as tens or even tens of billions of dollars.


    "Mr. Guo really intends to continue listing his company in the next three years?"


    "Not bad!" Guo Shouyun continued after nodding, "Phoenix, Matrix, Pacific, Unocal, Google and Ruby will all be listed!"


    "Where''s Mr. Guo?"


    "Guo''s exception!"


    Guo''s business group, mainly engaged in agriculture and animal husbandry, retail and catering. These industries are all industries with low profit margins and relatively stable operations, especially the agriculture and animal husbandry industries. And because of family inheritance, Guo''s Business Group is a real family business group left by Guo Shouyun, and it does not plan to go public in the future.


    Ruben Destin nodded knowingly. Even without Kuo, the six companies of Phoenix, Matrix, Pacific, Unocal, Google and Ruby are unparalleled gold mines!


    "In addition, after the merger of the two parties, I will transfer the financial services such as salary payment and annuity management of various companies to Phoenix. Moreover, I have business relationships with Guo''s, Phoenix, Matrix, Pacific, Unocal, Google and Ruby. There are thousands of companies, and we will try our best to make them customers of Phoenix Bank..."


    The favorable conditions were thrown out one after another, and the color of emotion on Ruben Destin''s face became more and more intense.


    After a long time, "Mr. Guo, if the two sides merge, how do you plan to arrange the management of the new company."


    "I am the chairman of the company''s board of directors, Stephen is the company''s ceo and executive director, and Mr. Destin is the executive director and coo. The rest of the staff are used according to their abilities."


    Obviously, the future Phoenix Bank will be dominated by the management of Phoenix Company. This is also understandable, who let people be the major shareholders.


    "In terms of shares...?"


    "Mr. Destin will surely get a superior ratio."


    Ruben Destin nodded and asked what he cared about again, "This time I have talked with Mr. Guo a lot, but whether this cooperation can be successful, I have to go back and discuss with the other directors of the company before I can restore you. ."


    "Of course! ... But I hope to hear back soon."


    Ruben Destin nodded He left him for dinner at noon, and the two sides briefly chatted about other topics before Guo Shouyun sent him out of Hanshan Courtyard.


    "Boss, do you think he can agree?"


    "Stephen, what do you think?"


    "There should be an 80% chance!"


    "Haha, I think so too!"


    After patting him on the shoulder, Guo Shouyun turned back to the room.


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    After sending Ruben Destin away, Guo Shouyun never heard back.


    "Stephen, what did the other party say?"


    "It''s just that the board of directors is still considering it, let''s wait. It seems that we want to raise the price on the spot."


    "Raising the price? Hmph, the US bank is not just the National City Bank of the United States. You go to Indy Mike Bank, and we have to put some pressure on them."


    Indy Mike Bank is the largest private bank in California and the eighteenth largest bank in the United States. Although it is not as large as the National City Bank, it is enough as a pawn.


    "Understood! But if IndyMac agrees to merge with us...?"


    "Stephen, you know what our main purpose is!"


    In addition to expanding Phoenix''s business, the merger with National City Bank of the United States is mainly for the real estate subordinated bonds of more than 50 billion US dollars in the hands of the other party.


    "Okay, it looks like I''m going to prepare a liquidated damages!"


    "Don''t let me lose too much."


    "Of course!"


    After hanging up the phone, Wang Jue walked in.


    "Boss, this is the listing information submitted by LinkedIn."


    After a quick glance, LinkedIn made a total net profit of $137 million in the two quarters of 2003. On this basis, at a price-to-earnings ratio of 25 times, the valuation is $6.85 billion. 200 million total share capital, 20 million shares were issued, priced at $34.25 per share.


    After a brief thought, Guo Shouyun picked up the phone and called Tim George.


    "I read the listing information of LinkedIn, there is no problem, let''s start the roadshow!"


    "Yes! ... Are you still participating in the roadshow?"


    "I''ll go in the last game. You and John will do the rest. .


    "It''s settled, Merrill Lynch and Goldman Sachs 50% each."


    "What do other shareholders say?"


    "Bain Capital and Blackstone should withdraw. The Carlyle Group, SoftBank, and Defengjie have not indicated yet."


    "How is the option reward going?"


    "It has been completed. According to your request, it will occupy 15% of the total share capital!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly. After the listing, he held only 53.75% of the shares of LinkedIn in the hands of Ruby Company. The second largest shareholder, Martin Alexander, is left with 8.75%. But it doesn''t matter, even so, he still firmly holds the controlling stake of LinkedIn.


    "Then get ready and try to be listed at Christmas time!"


    "Yes!"


    After explaining, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    "Boss, it''s almost 4 o''clock!" Wang Jue reminded.


    "4 o''clock?" Guo Shouyun, who suddenly understood, patted his forehead, "I almost forgot about the big event."


    Quickly tidying up the table, "I''m leaving now, you and Xiaojing can get off work at o''clock."


    After explaining, Guo Shouyun and Matthew left the Hanshan Courtyard in a hurry. But instead of going home, he came to San Francisco International Airport.


    Seeing that it was not time for the flight to land, he waited at the exit.


    "Hi��!"


    The familiar voice made Guo Shouyun turn his head to look subconsciously.


    "How did you come?"


    "The person to be picked up is my brother, why can''t I come!" Catherine Lincoln replied.


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "Lao Liu didn''t come with you?"


    "He''s going to pick up Nannan, and he''ll drive there by himself. What about you, Wendy and the two little guys?"


    "Of course, today is a rare big day!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Catherine nodded in agreement, "Speaking of which, I haven''t seen Gordon for five years. I wonder what he has become?"


    "I don''t know about that, but if you think about beating him like you did when you were young, you''ll definitely have no chance!"


    "Hmph, as long as he''s still my brother, I''ll beat him whenever I want to."


    Guo Shouyun looked at her arrogant look, smiled and shook his head.


    "coming!"


    Watching the landing flight, Katherine Lincoln nodded.


    About five or six minutes later, there was not too dense crowd, a tall young man wearing a US Army olive uniform and captain''s epaulets came out with the crowd with a huge luggage bag.


    Seeing him, Guo Shouyun and Catherine Lincoln showed happy expressions on their faces at the same time.


    "Gordon, here!"


    "Bruce, Catherine!"


    When Gordon Lincoln saw his sister and his best friend growing up, he strode over with excited expressions.


    A warm hug is essential. After a long time, Guo Shouyun, who let go of each other, looked at the playmate who was about the same height as him, patted his shoulder and smiled: "Gordon, it''s okay, they''re all captains!"


    "I was a soldier for five years before I became a captain. Unlike you, I am now a world-class rich man!"


    "The rich man, I donated all my money!"


    "Hey, I don''t believe it. You''ve been a money fan since you were a child."


    "It''s useless to not talk about it. We all have company. You have been in the army for five years, why didn''t you fool a female officer, a female nurse, etc. to bring it back?"


    After listening, Gordon Lincoln looked at his sister next to him in surprise, "Catherine, do you have a boyfriend too?"


    "What kind of look are you looking at, why can''t I have a boyfriend?" Catherine said angrily.


    "Your temper is so hot, that man can stand you."


    "Gordon, I think you''ve been a soldier for five years. You dare to make fun of me!"


    The furious Catherine rolled up her sleeves, ready to educate this impudent brother. However, how could Gordon, who has been accustomed to her routine since he was a child, waited to be punched, and ran away with his bag when he finished speaking.


    "You stop for me, Gordon!"


    Looking at Catherine who was roaring and chasing after him, and the two distant figures, Guo Shouyun was in a trance and returned to his childhood, when he was chasing and making trouble on the farm.


    At that time, everyone was carefree, and all they thought about most every day was eating, drinking and having fun. It''s not like now, tired of fame, doing things that I don''t like but have to do every day.


    "I''m really old, and I like to think wildly every day."


    After shaking his head mockingly, Guo Shouyun walked towards the two of them.


    After picking up Gordon Lincoln, everyone drove towards the farm.


    "By the way, Bruce. What about Elizabeth and George? My uncle brought them presents."


    "Wendy drove them to the farm first."


    He nodded clearly, "That''s good. ... I only saw photos before, but this time I finally saw the real person."


    "Gordon, how many gifts did you bring?" Katherine asked suddenly.


    "What''s the meaning?"


    "There are three kids at home today!"


    Guo Shouyun understood what she meant. In addition to Elizabeth and George, there is also a daughter of Liu Zhixing, Nan Nan.


    After Guo Shouyun briefly explained the matter, Gordon Lincoln suddenly nodded.


    "It turned out to be like this, but it doesn''t matter, I was already prepared."


    "What?" Katherine asked curiously.


    "You''ll know then."


    "Still secret?"


    "of course!"��


    The three chatted with each other, the car crossed the Golden Gate Bridge all the way, and came to Guo''s Farm along the coast road.


    To be honest, not only Chinese people are nostalgic, in fact, Americans are also the same, but some parts are not as strong as Huaxia. Just like now, although Guo Shouyun and Katherine are already rich, they can afford the most luxurious villas. But Blair and Mary still prefer the old farm where they''ve lived all their lives.


    "Wang Wang...!"


    The dog''s ears are the smartest, and the car has not yet entered the farm. Karl, the German Shepherd, has already called out. Soon, the people who were attracted came out of the room after seeing the car coming.


    "Dad, Mom!"


    Looking at his parents he hadn''t seen for a long time, Gordon Lincoln strode over after getting out of the car.


    Holding her son, Mary, who was a mother, was already in tears with excitement. Although the strong Blair did not speak, he kept patting the shoulder of his son, who was already taller and stronger than himself, with a very excited expression.


    "Uncle Blair, Aunt Mary, Gordon, let''s go in and talk about it!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile while carrying Gordon''s luggage.


    "Yes, yes, let''s go in and talk!"


    Mary nodded quickly, wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes, and dragged her son into the room. A group of people came in with a crowd.


    "Gordon, let me introduce you. This is Wendy, these two little rascals, Elizabeth and George whom you mentioned on the phone."


    After greeting Wendy first, Gordon squatted in front of the two little guys, "Do you know who I am?"


    "Yes, Dad said you were Uncle Gordon."


    "It''s so sweet, kiss uncle!"


    Elizabeth obediently ''clicked'' and kissed him on the side of the cheek.


    "Well, this is a present from Uncle Gordon, see if you like it?"


    Gordon put the conch out of the bag in front of Elizabeth.


    The edge of the conch is quadrangular, large and thick, with a diameter of about 10 cm and a length of about 16 cm. The whole body is white and looks unique.


    Seeing this unique gift, Elizabeth''s eyes suddenly lit up.


    "Dad, can I accept it?"


    Touching her daughter''s head, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, "Yes, but remember to thank Uncle Gordon."


    "Thank you Uncle Gordon!"


    "It''s so cute!"


    After handing the conch to Elizabeth, his eyes turned to George, who was looking at him with eager eyes.


    "Hi, boy, is your name George?"


    "Um!"


    "Tell uncle, how old are you?"


    "Dad said I''ll be three years old in two months."


    "Three years old, that''s already a big kid. Do you want a gift for the big kid?"


    "think!"


    "Okay. . . . What do you think of it?"


    With a backhand, Gordon revealed an AK47 bullet casing in his palm. Two English words were engraved on the surface of the casing with rough strokes. Translated into Chinese, it means "brave" and "tenacity".


    After taking a look at Dad, George picked up the bullet casing and put it in front of him curiously after getting permission.


    "what is this?"


    "You''ll understand when you''re older, but you must keep it. This is Uncle Gordon''s gift to you!"


    "Um!"


    George nodded vigorously.


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    After touching his little head, Gordon Lincoln turned his eyes to the side and saw that Elizabeth and George had received gifts, and the little girls who looked envious were on their faces.


    Seeing him walking towards her, the little girl hugged her father''s thigh in fear. However, Mengmeng''s big eyes were still staring at the uncle who came to her side and squatted down.


    "My name is Gordon, what''s your name?"


    "My name is Nan Nan!"


    After receiving encouragement from her father, the little girl said timidly. Perhaps because of the lack of maternal love since childhood, she is more introverted than the average child.


    "Nan Nan, the name is really nice." After nodding, Gordon handed over another conch shell he took out of his suitcase.


    Compared with the previous one, the current conch is larger, about 223 centimeters in length, and its color is yellow and white. The shape is also not conical, but spread out like an open palm.


    These two conch shells, he originally planned to give one to Elizabeth and one to George. Now that I have Nannan, I have no choice but to send the bullet casings I picked up on the battlefield when I was fighting in Iraq as a gift. Originally, this bullet casing was originally reserved for himself as a souvenir.


    "Like it?"


    "Like, thank you Uncle Gordon!"


    Looking at the happy little girl, Mata touched her little head and stood up, briefly looked at Liu Zhixing in front of him, and stretched out his right hand towards him with a smile.


    "Gordon Lincoln, nice to meet you!"


    "Liu Zhixing. I''ve always heard Catherine say that she has an excellent younger brother, and now I finally meet him."


    After the two shook hands, Mata looked at Catherine next to her, "She never said I was good."


    Catherine directly gave him a roll of eyes.


    "Mata!"


    "Gordon!"


    After the two brothers hugged directly, "Sorry, I didn''t have time to pick you up."


    "It''s okay. And I''m back already."


    After he finished speaking, his eyes turned to one side, "You should be the Julia that parents often mentioned, right?"


    "Julia Lescari, I often hear Matta talk about you."


    After the two briefly greeted, Guo Shouyun greeted everyone and sat down.


    "Mata, how long is your vacation this time?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "One month!"


    "So long?"


    "The frontal war in Iraq is over, my 25th Infantry Division was ordered to withdraw to Hawaii for repairs, and I applied for a one-month vacation."


    "Are you going to fight in Iraq in the future?" Mary asked quickly. As a mother, she didn''t want to see her son enter a dangerous battlefield again.


    "Probably not. Our 25th Division is a light infantry division focused on tropical operations. The main purpose of going to Iraq this time is to exercise and increase war experience. Now that the mission is completed, we will not go back."


    Of course, this is him comforting his mother. In fact, because of his outstanding performance in the Iraq War, he has been promoted to major by the U.S. military staff, and transferred to the U.S. ace unit, with the code name of "Marne Rock", the third aircraft division as the major battalion commander. Only after this vacation is over, the appointment will be officially issued to the troops, and then they will be transferred to the Iraqi battlefield to continue their service and maintain the military occupation of Iraq by the US military.


    "That''s good, that''s good!"


    Guo Shouyun, who is good at observing words and expressions, saw the hesitation in Mata''s eyes, but he didn''t pick it up.


    "It''s rare that you can take such a long vacation and stay at home for a few more days." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Let Bruce take you to Baker Beach and maybe solve your single problem!" Matta also laughed.


    "Why do you say that I really want to find no girlfriend. Anyway, I''m also a captain officer, and I''m not bad looking."


    We chatted about everyday things, and in the evening everyone had dinner together. Then Guo Shouyun mentioned that after everyone took a family photo together, they dispersed.


    Because it was very late, and the old house here was often cleaned by the Lincolns and maintained well. Therefore, Guo Shouyun''s family stayed here directly at night.


    "Are the kids asleep?"


    "Yeah!" Wendy nodded, lifted the sheet, put it on Guo Shouyun''s arms and lay down.


    "This is where you grew up?"


    "Yeah! Before I went to college, I lived here almost every day." Guo Shouyun looked around.


    Although the memory about this place belongs to Bruce Guo, but he inherited the other''s body, but he always feels that these memories are the same as what he experienced since he was a child. emotion.


    Wendy lightly nodded her head, and after a while, "Darling, do you want to go look for your family?"


    "Why do you ask that all of a sudden?"


    "After going through the party tonight, I think it is happier to have a well-rounded family!"


    "If I can have a complete family, of course it is the best thing. However, when I was a baby, I was adopted by my adoptive father, and I don''t have the slightest impression of my original family. trouble!"


    "But what if your parents didn''t abandon them on purpose, but because of other things that led you to separate? If you give up searching, wouldn''t they let them die with a lifetime of regrets!?"


    Guo Shouyun''s body was shocked, and his expression became silent.


    The reason why he didn''t want to look for his biological parents in this life was because in his last life, after his parents remarried, they had done him a lot of damage. Let him subconsciously, want to escape this kind of harm. But he also had to admit that what Wendy said was indeed possible.


    Seeing his complicated expression, Wendy said cautiously, "Why don''t you do this? Let me handle this matter. If I can find your original parents in the future, I will first find out the truth of what happened back then, and then see if they have any. Searched for you. If they didn''t search, or... then we''ll just pretend it didn''t happen."


    She originally wanted to say "abandoned", but considering Guo Shouyun''s feelings, she omitted these two words.


    "Since you''re investigating, go check it out! However, don''t reveal my identity without my permission!"


    "Do not worry!"


    "Then you can sleep now!"


    "Um!"


    After turning off the lights, I was silent all night. The next day, Guo Shouyun got up and ran step by step. Catherine, who also had the habit of running in the morning, also followed, and Liu Zhixing beside her.


    "The two of you are in the same pace, and you both came out and ran?"


    "Does life lie in movement?"


    Liu Zhixing laughed.


    "This sentence is true! ... Then let''s exercise."


    When the words fell, he overtook the two of them and accelerated towards the depths of the farm.


    "It''s like we can''t outrun you!"


    Catherine shouted and ran after him. Seeing the two people running like crazy, Liu Zhixing shook his head helplessly, and followed after him.


    After running five kilometers at a high speed of more than 13 speeds, the three of them were exhausted. In the process of walking back slowly, it was inevitable to talk about the company.


    "...In the two quarters of 2003, the total revenue of Guo''s Business Group was US$6.284 billion and the net profit was US$1.62 billion. As of the end of June 2003, the company had total assets of US$15.386 billion, including US$2.478 billion in cash assets and US$11.874 billion in fixed assets. ; The total liabilities are 6.63 billion US dollars, about 43.3%. Among them, the current liabilities are 2.89 billion US dollars, accounting for about 18.8%!��


    "...In terms of retail business, there are now 1,834 Baccarat stores in the United States, with self-owned stores accounting for 41.7%. The total revenue in the two quarters was 1.63 billion US dollars, and the net profit was 467 million US dollars."


    "...In terms of agriculture and animal husbandry, we now have 73 farms with a total area of ??1.024 million acres. There are 46 slaughterhouses with an annual slaughtering capacity of 720,000 heads. In the two quarters of 2003, the total revenue was US$1.53 billion, and the net profit was US$230 million."


    "...In terms of logistics, we now have 433 large trucks, 1,247 medium-sized trucks, 3,277 small trucks, and 13 B747-400F and B757-200F cargo planes. We have initially built a logistics network that can cover most of the United States. In the two quarters of 2003, the total revenue of the logistics business was US$1.13 billion and the net profit was US$247 million.��


    "...In terms of catering, there are 16,733 Burger King branches, with self-owned stores accounting for 12.5%, and the rest are franchise stores. In the two quarters of 2003, the total revenue was US$1.994 billion, and the net profit was US$310 millionAfter listening , Guo Shouyun nodded, "I roughly estimated that Baccarat''s profit accounted for 28%, while Burger King''s was only 15%. It seems that self-owned properties are indeed of great benefit to the future development of the company. "


    "More than 18% of Burger King''s revenue is used to pay for storefront rent. And this fee will also rise with the increase in US real estate prices." Katherine said.


    "So we need to push forward the proportion of Burger King''s self-owned properties as soon as possible."


    "We are already doing this. But Burger King has close to 17,000 branches and is still growing. In addition, property investment is an asset-heavy project and requires huge capital. Although Guo''s income is constantly increasing, it is very It��s hard to juggle Baccarat and Burger King.��


    "Do your best. After the acquisition of Unocal, I have no extra funds to help you."


    "I will find a way myself. However, Guo''s cash flow is quite large. Why don''t you operate it for us. I don''t want to double the growth, as long as it reaches 40 to 50 percent."


    "Forty to fifty percent?" Guo Shouyun shook his head, dumbfounded, "Do you think I am the Federal Reserve? I will issue as many U.S. bonds as I want? Forty to fifty percent of the net income ratio, in addition to strength, What''s more important is the opportunity."


    "No chance now?"


    "You can rest assured and follow what you said, usually put your liquidity in Phoenix, and invest in highly liquid currency assets or short-term debt. If there is an opportunity, I will inform you without you needing to say it."


    "All right!"


    Catherine shrugged.


    After returning home and taking a bath, everyone ate breakfast together. Then, Guo Shouyun took his family and Gordon to present a bouquet of flowers to his adoptive father Guo Jiancheng and cleaned the grave.


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    Chapter 531 Iraqi Oil


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    "Are you going back to Los Angeles with us, or going home?"


    After the group came down from the cemetery, Guo Shouyun asked.


    After thinking about it, Gordon said, "I haven''t come back for a long time. I want to accompany my parents first."


    Patted his shoulder, "Call me when you want to come over."


    "certainly!"


    "Let''s go back to San Francisco!" Katherine said.


    "I didn''t intend to ask you about this workaholic."


    "Damn Bruce, who do you think I''m working for!" Catherine threw her fists in a frenzy and rushed up.


    "Wait, Catherine, Lao Liu is still here. You have to keep your ladylike attitude, you know?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and dodged.


    After there are fewer and fewer friends around him who can chat and talk on an equal footing, he still enjoys laughing and sparring with Catherine.


    Glancing at Liu Zhixing next to him, Catherine said proudly, "My mother has already caught him, so what are you afraid of?"


    Liu Zhixing smiled bitterly.


    However, despite all this, Katherine finally stopped.


    "By the way, Julia, when is your due date?"


    "The doctor said it will be March next year."


    "March!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "What, is there a problem?"


    "No. I was just thinking about what present to get you..."


    While chatting about the time, the group went down to the cemetery and then went home. As soon as he entered the house, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone rang before his **** was firmly seated. He briefly glanced at the caller ID, and after a little thought, he pressed the answer button.


    "Hey!"


    "Mr. Guo, should you still remember me?"


    "How could I have forgotten, Mr. Morgan."


    "In this case, Mr. Guo must remember our transaction if he wants to come."


    "Of course!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, "Listening to Mr. Morgan''s tone, it seems that the matter has succeeded?"


    "If it doesn''t work, why should I waste Mr. Guo''s precious time. ... By the way, if Mr. Guo is not busy, can you come to New York?"


    "New York?"


    "My father wants to see you, and by the way, we can also finalize the cooperation."


    "Mr. Frederick?"


    Harvey Morgan responded, "Mr. Guo, although I shouldn''t have said it in advance. But if you come this time, in addition to the cooperation we discussed before, there are other harvests waiting for you. I think it will definitely make you satisfy."


    "Another harvest?"


    Guo Shouyun thought quickly in his heart. After a moment, he had a decision.


    "It is a great honor to receive Mr. Frederick''s invitation, and I will make time to visit New York as soon as possible!"


    "Then I am here to welcome Mr. Guo."


    "OK!"


    "goodbye!"


    "goodbye!"


    Hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun took the phone and pondered. After a long time, I found Karl Rove''s phone and dialed it.


    "Bruce, why did you suddenly call me?"


    "Karl, has the war in Iraq come to an end?"


    "The frontal battle was over in April, and there are still sporadic revolts. ... But why do you care about this all of a sudden?"


    ��Karl, you know, Iraq is the fifth largest oil storage country in the world, with 143 billion barrels, 18% of the Middle East, 9% of the world. Also there is the fourth largest natural gas reserves there, after Russia, Iran and Venezuela. Unocal and Pacific Energy happen to have a huge demand for oil and gas. Now that the war is over, I want to know how Washington is doing with these resources.��


    "Bruce, your sense of smell is still so sensitive."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Carl, it''s not that I have a keen sense of smell. It''s the things on the table that everyone can see."


    He annexed An and then slowed down mergers and acquisitions in the power industry and increased investment in the oil industry, just for now! With Unocal''s status as the fifth largest oil company in the United States today, it also has the strength to participate in and get a share of the pie.


    "Haha!" Karl Rove smiled, "Right now, Washington does not have a unified opinion on how to deal with Iraqi resources. But you should be clear that in order to maintain the image of the United States and the legitimacy of the new Iraqi government, Resource monopoly is impossible.��


    "Of course I know that. And I''m very willing to cooperate with the oil companies of the Iraqi democratic government. But before that, I think everyone should sit down and divide their interests, so as not to cause disputes at times. In addition, this It''s also good for Mr. President''s re-election next term."


    From the perspective of the national interests of the United States, the main purpose of the Iraq war is to destroy the anti-American Iraqi regime, deter the countries in the Middle East, contain Russia''s power southward, and maintain the hegemony of the "petrodollar".


    As for specific oil resources, even without Iraq, the oil supply from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Venezuela and Canada alone can meet the oil consumption of the United States. Therefore, on the premise of achieving the national goal, we might as well take out the oil field and win over the big consortium in the United States to pave the way for his next term.


    "Bruce, it seems that in addition to business intelligence, your political talent should not be underestimated!"


    "Karl, stop complimenting me. Believe the same thing, you''ve already thought of it."


    Karl Rove smiled and said, "Iraq''s oil resources do need to be divided. But this matter is not the focus of Washington at present, so I did not inform you."


    "OK, I know it''s enough to know the news. I believe that Mr. President will not forget me."


    "Of course! Now you''re a big shot!"


    "I don''t dare to be a big man. ... By the way, I will go to Washington in a few days. Let''s get together then."


    "Okay! Mr. President has wanted to meet you for a long time."


    "me too!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    Subconsciously flipping through the phone in his hand, after a long thought, he called Gordon Lincoln.


    "Bruce, why did you call me this time, didn''t you miss me?"


    "It''s possible if you''re a pretty girl. .


    "Hey, I''m not a child, and I still need you to accompany me. But you must see me off when I leave."


    "Don''t worry, when you leave, I will definitely go to the airport to see you off in person."


    "Okay. Go and help, I''ll hang up first!"


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    He simply cleaned up the documents on the desk, turned off the computer, and walked out of the study.


    "Wendy, I''m going to New York...!"


    After explaining to his family, Guo Shouyun took his Kunpeng boat to the Big Apple again. He didn''t want to waste time, and the first time he settled down, he came to the Morgan family''s mansion on Long Island.


    "Mr. Guo is really resolute. I just called in the morning, and you will be here in the afternoon."


    Looking at the chubby figure in front of him, wearing a black suit, his expression showing the majesty he had raised after being in the top position for a long time, as well as the noble middle-aged man from a wealthy clan, Guo Shouyun calmly said: "Time is the most precious thing, I don''t want to waste it. In addition, I have always wanted to visit Mr. Morgan, and also ask him about business wisdom and philosophy of life in person. I have a rare opportunity this time, so I naturally dare not neglect it."


    "Mr. Guo is very polite. If you really want to talk about business wisdom, I''m afraid I''m not as good."


    After a few words of courtesy, Guo Shouyun was welcomed into the living room.


    "I heard that Mr. Guo likes to drink tea. I specially prepared Huaxia''s special-grade Wuyi Dahongpao here. I hope Mr. Guo likes it."


    "Mr. Morgan has a heart, please!"


    "Please!"


    After taking a sip, old Morgan gave the son next to him a look. Harvey Morgan understood and took out the equity transfer documents that had been prepared for a long time.


    "Mr. Guo, this is the 5% stake in ConocoPhillips that I promised you, with a total value of $2.5 billion."


    Guo Shouyun took a look at it, and after there was no problem, "I told Mr. Harvey before that my valuation of Google is 24 billion US dollars. If you agree with this valuation, I will give you 3% of Google''s equity. "


    "certainly��!"


    Before Harvey Morgan could finish speaking , he was interrupted by Frederick Morgan next to him.


    "Mr. Guo, forgive me. It''s already the end of July. Google''s mid-year financial report should be out, right?"


    "good!"


    "If it''s convenient, I don''t know if I can disclose it?"


    Guo Shouyun understood what he meant, and after a brief thought, he nodded.


    "In 2003, Google''s main business income in the two quarters was 1.04 billion US dollars, and its non-main business income was 47 million US dollars; its net profit was 263 million US dollars, a year-on-year increase of 21.8%. As of the end of June 2003, Google had total assets of 2.37 billion US dollars; total liabilities $931 million, including $392 million in current liabilities." After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "If Mr. Morgan wants more details, I can send you a copy of Google''s interim financial statement."


    "The report is unnecessary. I believe in the authenticity of Google''s finances. But just from the net profit of Google''s two quarters, its market value is less than $24 billion!"


    "This is where the benevolent sees the benevolent, and the wise sees the wisdom! In my opinion, a price-earnings ratio of 40 times is too low for the value of Google. If it weren''t for Mr. Harvey''s sincere attitude, and I happen to need ConocoPhillips'' Shares, this 3% of Google''s equity, I will not give it up."


    Locking his eyes tightly, after a long time, what Frederick Morgan saw in it, except for firmness and confidence, there was no wandering caused by any guilty conscience.


    "Father, I agree with Mr. Guo''s judgment on Google!"


    Harvey Morgan spoke up. Unlike his father, he is extremely optimistic about the future of Google and Ruby. He is also very convinced of Guo Shouyun''s statement that the Internet will profoundly change society. Therefore, even a valuation that seems too high to the outside world is a rare occurrence in his view.

 Chapter 532： ConocoPhillips

    Chapter 532 ConocoPhillips Shares


    ��


    Knowing his son Moruofu, looking at his son''s expression, Frederick Morgan sighed inwardly, and nodded his face unchanged.


    "With Mr. Guo''s valuation of Google, 3% is worth $720 million. But 5% of Ruby''s equity may not make up for the $1.78 billion vacancy."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Mr. Morgan is wrong. After integrating the commodity trading website originally belonging to Enron Pacific, the US$1.78 billion can no longer get 5% of Ruby''s shares!"


    "why?"


    "In mid-2003, Ruby''s net profit was US$574 million, a year-on-year increase of 36.8%. If we reach the end of the year, we can achieve a net profit of US$1.2 billion for the whole year. If calculated at a price-earnings ratio of 30 times, the market value of Ruby is also 36 billion. Dollars! A 5% stake is $1.8 billion. And that��s on a premium basis.��


    In fact, the reason why Ruby''s net profit has grown so fast is thanks to his forward agreement. Since the Iraq War, international oil prices and commodity prices have been in a stage of rapid rise. To a certain extent, it is a ruby ??mall that is ��hoarding odd��, so naturally it makes a lot of money.


    "Mr. Guo, business negotiation needs evidence to support it."


    "I didn''t bring Ruby''s 2003 interim financial statement. Mr. Morgan wants to see it, and I can have them sent to my mailbox and then show it to Mr. Morgan. However, if Mr. Morgan feels that the $1.78 billion invested in ruby ??is not If it''s too worth it, then let''s change it. How about converting the $1.78 billion into Unocal equity?"


    "Unocal Oil?"


    "good!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "It can be considered!"


    "dad��!"


    Although Harvey Morgan is just a reminder, the meaning revealed in his tone is clear at a glance. In fact it is. He didn''t want Unocal, he just wanted ruby ??equity.


    Frederick secretly glanced at his son helplessly. Compared with the young man sitting across from him, the two of them were about the same age, but in terms of calmness, his son was undoubtedly more than a little weaker.


    Fortunately, he is an American, otherwise he would have sighed at this moment that "having a child should be like Sun Zhongmou".


    Of course, Guo Shouyun also has his reasons for being calm. The combined age of his two lifetimes is no worse than old Morgan. Moreover, anyone who has lived for half of his life will probably lose the restlessness of his youth.


    "Forget it, since the two of you have made an agreement in advance, let''s do as you agreed. However, I hope that when the contract is signed, I can see the mid-year financial documents of Ruby and Google!"


    "certainly!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he smiled and said, "When I came this time, Mr. Harvey said that in addition to our previous cooperation, there are other surprises. I wonder if this surprise can be said now?"


    After Frederick nodded, he looked directly at him and said, "Mr. Guo favors ConocoPhillips'' shares so much that he even exchanged shares of Google and Ruby for the purpose of acquisition, right?"


    Looking at his expression, Guo Shouyun quickly turned back and forth a few times in his heart and then shook his head.


    "I think Mr. Morgan must have misunderstood. I invested in ConocoPhillips because I was bullish on the oil industry. As for acquisitions, ConocoPhillips shares are over $50 billion, and I don''t have that much appetite."


    Frederick, who stared at him for a while, but couldn''t see anything unusual, wondered in his heart, "Am I really guessing wrong?"


    "Why does Mr. Guo keep secret? If it''s not for the acquisition, why take out the shares of Google and Ruby?"


    "I just want to make friends with Mr. Harvey. After all, having an excellent friend in the shopping mall will be very beneficial to my future, especially a friend like the Morgan family!" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    In fact, Frederick guessed right, he did have the intention to acquire ConocoPhillips, but that would be ten years later. Now, he only wants this 5% stake to achieve his other purpose. Since it''s been a long time, there is no need to admit it.


    Looking at the slightly frowning old Morgan, Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, "The surprise that Mr. Morgan said has nothing to do with my investment in ConocoPhillips, right?"


    "It does have something to do with it. The Morgan family also holds some shares in ConocoPhillips. If Mr. Guo needs it, I can sell it to you at the market price!"


    Facing old Morgan''s fleeting eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "I appreciate Mr. Morgan''s kindness. But I really only invest in ConocoPhillips. 5% is enough, no more is needed."


    He originally thought that the other party would talk to him about the allocation of Iraqi oil resources this time, but how could he know that it was only a share of ConocoPhillips? But since the other party didn''t mention it, he didn''t need to say it. I believe that with his relationship with Karl Rove, when it comes time to cut the cake, he must have his own share of it.


    "That''s it, but I''m doing it too much!"


    "I still want to thank Mr. Morgan for his kindness!"


    The two smiled at each other. But they were the only ones who knew what was in their minds.


    After staying here for dinner, Guo Shouyun left. Old Morgan personally sent him out of the house. Looking at the distant car, Harvey Morgan said in surprise: "Dad, did we guess wrong? Wasn''t he buying ConocoPhillips?"


    "At least on the surface, he didn''t lie!" Old Morgan said slowly, recalling Guo Shouyun''s expression.


    "Then do you still plan to invest in Unocal Oil and Pacific Energy?"


    "Let''s take a look and then talk about it! ... Butler''s old guy is lucky. With such a son-in-law, the Roosevelt family can keep it for another hundred years."


    "If only I could get Cousin Candice to marry Bruce!"


    "Forget it, your cousin Candice''s hot temper can''t stand it. Besides, with the help of the Roosevelt family and Bruce Guo''s own power, he no longer needs to marry."


    ��


    After staying in his villa on Long Island at night, standing in front of the balcony, looking at the dimly lit city outside and the slightly yellow night sky under the influence of neon lights, Guo Shouyun quietly pondered.


    During dinner, Frederick Roosevelt made a deliberate or unintentional probe, the purpose of which was Unocal and Pacific Energy. It can be seen that he intends to get some of the original shares in the name of the Morgan family. He did not exclude the Morgan family from joining. In industries with heavy assets and strong political background, such as energy and oil, the more powerful shareholders, the better the future development of the company.


    But rather than pure investment, he would like to get some shares of the company. To him, it was more valuable than cash. But which company to choose is a lot of thought.


    He doesn''t want financial stocks, and the chances are better during the subprime mortgage crisis than now. Although Merrill''s equity is an exception, he doesn''t want to startle the snake.


    He doesn''t want oil stocks either. Although quite an investment, he prefers actual oil fields rather than shares in oil companies.


    For tech stocks, Apple, Ruby and Google are enough. Too much greed will only become the target of public criticism.


    Media stocks, Disney, Time Warner, 20th Century Fox and Paramount are simply impossible, and Guo Shouyun can''t come up with so much money. MGM, a company that was about to go bankrupt, was not worth the exchange of shares in Unic and Pacific Energy.


    "After all the calculations, it seems that only Guo''s business is left."


    However, Guo''s own business expansion is tight, how can it be possible to take into account the new business?


    "Forget it. If it''s not suitable, then refuse. Anyway, with Harvey Morgan''s investment in ruby ??and Google, the relationship with the Morgan family can be considered to be maintained."


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun turned around. Turn on your computer, record what happened today, and go back to your room to rest.


    The next day, he had breakfast, and after a jog, changed his clothes and came to Roosevelt''s house.


    They all live on Long Island. If they ''pass the door but don''t enter'', it is not easy for my father-in-law to explain.


    "boom��!"


    Looking at the golf ball that flew out, Guo Shouyun nodded in satisfaction. After a long practice, he is now playing golf better and better.


    After playing their own ball, the two chatted while walking, "You came to New York, didn''t you come to play with me specifically?"


    "I think, but unfortunately I can''t think of you so leisurely!" After a pause, "I came here mainly to cooperate with Harvey Morgan."


    "Oh?"


    "I wanted some shares of ConocoPhillips, and it happened that he also wanted to invest in Google. We made an exchange." Guo Shouyun explained.


    "ConocoPhillips?"


    "Um!"


    "Why do you suddenly want a stake in it? Wouldn''t you be planning to buy it?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I just acquired Unocal, how can I still have such a big appetite to eat ConocoPhillips."


    "Don''t tell me you''re just an investment?"


    "Investment is only part of the purpose." After looking at his old husband who was staring at him with bright eyes, he briefly thought about it, "You should know that the frontal war in Iraq is over."


    "You''re hitting Iraqi oil attention?"


    Butler Roosevelt''s eyes flashed back.


    "I know I can''t hide it from you. I am indeed playing the idea of ??Iraqi oil. However, my family alone is not enough to compete with giants such as Exxon Mobil, Shell, BP, Chevron and Texaco. If we cooperate with ConocoPhillips Together, we can share the cake with them equally. And this 5% stake is enough for me to join the board of directors of ConocoPhillips, and it will be more convenient to talk about cooperation at that time. UU Reading ��


    Butler Roosevelt nodded slightly after listening.


    "You have a really good idea."


    "At that time, I want you to help me a lot!"


    "We are relatives, so I will naturally help!"


    Guo Shouyun is also very obedient, "This time in New York, in addition to the shares of ConocoPhillips, I also plan to hold the last round of investment bidding before Unocal Oil''s listing. Father-in-law, please remember to participate."


    "I won''t forget this. However, who did you invite for this PE round of investment?"


    "In addition to my father-in-law, there are the Kennedy Family Trust, the Bush Family Trust, the Carlyle Group and the Blackstone Group."


    Butler Roosevelt''s pupils shrank, and after a while, he smiled lightly, "I can''t tell that your connections are very broad."


    "I just want to find some more support for Unocal. Otherwise, it will not only be difficult for the Iraqi side, but also if the company wants to go further."


    Butler Roosevelt glanced at him and nodded.


    "It''s rare for you to have such a clear understanding. But you''re not afraid of losing your equity and losing control of the company?"


    "Of course I''m afraid, so half of the original shares allocated this time have no voting rights!"


    "Haha, you, you! You are so shrewd."


    After the two met each other, they each smiled thoughtfully.


    "When are you going to start this investment bidding?"


    "August 1st!"


    "Remember to send me an invitation!"


    "certainly!"


    "Wendy how''s this time going?"


    "She''s trying to conceive, and we''re going to have a baby!"


    "That''s a good thing! I''ve long wanted to taste what it''s like to be a grandpa."


    The latter two did not mention their work, and just chatted about their daily life. Guo Shouyun spent a day at Roosevelt''s house.

 Chapter 533： rejection and exchange

    Chapter 533 Rejection and Exchange


    ��


    After leaving Roosevelt''s house, Guo Shouyun called Rebecca Mark.


    "boss!"


    "Have you rested yet?"


    "No, I''m looking at the information."


    "Yeah! ... You bring your team to New York. Unocal''s PE round of fundraising is going to be held here."


    "Yes! After I deal with the internal affairs of the company, I will rush over tomorrow."


    "Don''t be in such a hurry, just arrive before August 1."


    "clear!"


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say. Get some rest early!"


    "Boss, good night!"


    "Good night!"


    Got home, turned on the computer, and sent an email to Edward Kennedy, Jeb Bush, as well as Carlyle CEO David Rubinstein and Blackstone CEO Steve Schwartzman. Inform the other party that the Unocal PE tender will be held in New York on August 1.


    Just three minutes after his email was sent, the phone on the table rang.


    "Bruce, I just read your email, are you going to finance Unocal?"


    "David, haven''t you seen it already!"


    "Hehe, I just want to confirm from you personally."


    "Well, it''s a fact. Now you can arrange your work and come to New York before the first of August."


    "Washington is no more than 380 kilometers from New York, and I can fly there whenever you feel like it."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and didn''t answer.


    "Bruce, what are your conditions for Unocal''s financing?"


    "Now that the international oil price is soaring, the stocks of major oil companies are quite popular in the market. Therefore, if Unocal goes public, it should also achieve the same price. However, considering that everyone is a friend, I will not ask for too much. 22 times earnings should not be too much!"


    Benefiting from high oil prices, companies such as Exxon Mobil, Chevron Texaco, and Continental Oil are now mostly trading at around 25 price-earnings ratios. Each company will have some differences in terms of revenue, profit, and liabilities. But it is basically maintained at this value. And it is foreseeable that with the lack of Iraqi oil supply, oil prices will generally rise as a seller''s market forms before the rest of OPEC members adjust their production. The more oil reserves you have at this time, the more popular the company''s stock will be. Obviously, in this regard, under the deliberate guidance of Guo Shouyun, Unocal, which has been expanding its oil reserves, has an advantage.


    "Bruce, you should understand that price-to-earnings ratios are only one important factor in a company''s value, not the whole thing."


    "David, of course I understand that. But it''s reasonable for me to estimate the company''s market value based on the price-earnings ratio. As for the more specific, according to a convincing assessment, wait until August 1st and you will see!"


    "Then I''m looking forward to meeting you on August 1st!"


    "it is good!"


    "One more thing. Google''s financing has been delayed for nearly half a year, aren''t you ready to let go?"


    "David, I think I''ve made this very clear. I won''t give a cent to the $24 billion valuation. Also, I''ll only wait until the end of this year, after this year it won''t be that price."


    Now Google is "a family with women seeking hundreds of families", and he naturally dares to ask for high prices. As for other pressures. After more than four years of layout and deliberate management, although his Guo Shouyun''s contacts and power are not top-notch, not everyone can grasp it. He has the confidence and ability to wrestle with these financial giants.


    "Bruce, if you''re willing to give in, we can help you in other ways!"


    "Oh? Tell me?" Guo Shouyun said with great interest.


    "I know that Phoenix is ??going to merge with National City Bank right now, and if you promise to make concessions on Google financing, the Carlyle Group can use our own influence on the National City Bank board to help you get there."


    "Carlyle is also a shareholder of CNB?"


    "We have a 3.7 per cent stake and a board seat."


    "So it is. However, it is not necessary for the time being. Phoenix is ??not just an option for National City Bank of the United States. We are also in contact with Indy Mike, Fifth Third Bank, and regional financial companies. I believe that with the qualifications of Phoenix, we will There is no shortage of collaborators."


    "Bruce, are you really not thinking about it?"


    "David, I don''t want to trade Google''s interests for Phoenix''s future. I think you should understand the ills of this way of doing business."


    "Okay!" After hearing the firmness in Guo Shouyun''s tone, David Rubinstein was angry because of his stubbornness, but for the sake of the cooperation between the two parties and the future of the Carlyle Group, he could only hold his anger in his heart. hide the depression.


    "��If you change your mind, you can call me anytime."


    "Alright!"


    Guo Shouyun did not refuse either.


    "Good night then!"


    "Good night!"


    Hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it and then shook his head.


    "As Google continues to develop, their anxiety is also increasing, and their original persistence has gradually shaken! ... Perhaps, Harvey Morgan''s stake will be a good catalyst."


    Guo Shouyun went to bed after printing out a copy of the 2003 mid-year newspapers of Google and Ruby that were stored in his computer.


    The next day, after Guo Shouyun called, Harvey Morgan arrived quickly.


    "Why, Mr. Frederick didn''t come this time?"


    "My father just advised me. Investing in Google and Ruby was my own idea."


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, and handed over the documents he had prepared earlier.


    "Here''s Google and Ruby''s 2003 interim financial statements, take a look."


    Harvey Morgan, who was looking forward to it, took it and looked at it seriously.


    Seeing that he was so invested, Guo Shouyun didn''t bother, holding his own teacup, tasting it while waiting for him. After more than half an hour, Harvey Morgan took a deep breath and said happily, "Mr. Guo, the performance of Google and Ruby is better than I expected. It is my honor to be able to invest in such an excellent company!"


    "As long as you are satisfied. However, 5% of ConocoPhillips shares can''t get 3% of Google''s shares and 5% of Ruby''s shares."


    "I can add more ConocoPhillips equity...!"


    "Mr. Morgan, I only need 5% of ConocoPhillips'' shares!" Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    "But Mr. Guo promised me that I would give me 5% of Ruby''s equity. If you think about it, what you promised will not be counted?"


    If at the beginning, he invested in Google and Ruby just because he was optimistic about the future development of the Internet industry, and they happened to be the top companies in the Internet industry. Now, after reading the interim reports of Ruby and Google, combined with the operating information of the two companies that he has learned privately, he is more determined to take more equity in the two companies.


    It''s a pity that the 5% stake in ConocoPhillips is all the family''s support for him. But it doesn''t matter, he can take credit from his father first, and it will not be too late to repay when the two companies go public in the future. In addition, even if he is rejected by his father, with the golden name of the Morgan family, he can get funds or shares from financial institutions. In short, as long as you work hard, the problem can always be solved. But if the opportunity is missed, it may not come again.


    After investigation, Harvey Morgan clearly knows the value of the original shares of Google and Ruby in the hearts of CEOs of various investment companies.


    "Of course what I said counted, but I also said I only wanted 5% of ConocoPhillips."


    "Mr. Guo, I can make up for it with other company shares. National City Bank, Blackberry, Goldman Sachs...!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted him with a wave of his hand, "Sorry, Mr. Morgan. I don''t need any of the companies you mentioned."


    At this stage, the bureau he should set up has basically been set up. The development of each company is in good condition. Except for Phoenix and Matrix, there is no need to use mergers and acquisitions to expand the company''s scale.


    As for the merger between Phoenix and National City Bank, the feedback from Stephen Bryan Since they started contacting the rest of the banks, Ruben Durstein''s attitude has shown signs of softening . I believe it is not far from the signing of the contract.


    The Matrix acquired MGM, which was already a leaking jar. Being acquired is the end of it that cannot be changed. If such a company needs Guo Shouyun to use Ruby''s equity in exchange, then he himself feels incompetent!


    And, if it really wants to expand, what better time to do than during the subprime mortgage crisis?


    Therefore, for Guo''s, Pacific Energy and other companies, Guo Shouyun''s plan is to develop step by step, accumulate funds and strength, integrate the company''s interior, improve the corporate culture and management mechanism, and wait for the time to come.


    In four years, under his leadership, I believe that the strength of each company will be improved to a higher level.


    Seeing his firm attitude, Harvey Morgan sighed helplessly after opening his mouth.


    "If I had made the decision to invest in ruby ??and Google sooner, maybe I wouldn''t have the problems I have today."


    "In the early days, the scale and future of Google and Ruby may not make you make up your mind to come up with such conditions."


    "Haha, that''s true. Speaking of which, after listening to your speech at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, I really had a clearer understanding of the future of the Internet and decided to invest in the Internet."


    "Mr. Morgan, there are many Internet companies in Silicon Valley. In addition to Ruby and Google, you can also invest in Netflix, Amazon, eBay and other companies."


    Harvey Morgan shook his head, "Mr. Guo is also a genius in the financial industry, I believe he must be clear. The most suitable time to invest in a company is its initial stage. If you miss it, you can still choose original stocks. Otherwise, wait until the listing and return It will be much lower. So, under the same conditions, I would prefer ruby ??and Google.��

 Chapter 534： rose castle

    Chapter 534 Rose Castle


    ��


    "Moreover, I am convinced of Mr. Guo''s ''the law of 28''. Compared with other Internet companies, Google, which occupies 70% of the search market, and Ruby, which occupies 65% of the social market, have more investment value."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I didn''t expect Mr. Morgan to have such a deep understanding of the Internet."


    "To be precise, I first learned about Mr. Guo before I further learned about the Internet!" Harvey Morgan shook his head and said.


    "Oh?"


    "In one year, there are not many people who can make themselves a billionaire, but there are also a lot of people. But in three or four years, there are very few people who can make their assets exceed 10 billion in the world''s business history. As one of them, Mr. Guo is naturally very curious. And my father has always taught me that if I want to succeed, the best and most direct way is to learn from successful people. Therefore, I am very interested in the career that Mr. Guo is passionate about. Naturally, study it well.��


    After taking a deep look at the man in front of him, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Mr. Morgan''s ability to praise people is really unique!"


    "My words are sincere!" After a pause, "Mr. Guo, although we have known each other for a short time, it is not short. Moreover, we will soon become business partners. Under such conditions , we should be friends, right?"


    "certainly!"


    "If that''s the case, should we drop the word ''sir'' between us. How about calling each other by their first names?"


    "Being friends with Mr. Morgan is also something I look forward to!"


    "Bruce...?!"


    "Yes, I should call you ''Harvey''." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    Although Harvey Morgan will not inherit the position of the head of the main branch of the Morgan family in the future, he is a shrewd person, has a long-term vision, and coupled with the background of the Morgan family, he can be regarded as a ''good friend''!


    During the chat, their respective assistants and lawyers drafted the documents. Guo Shouyun acquired a 5% stake in ConocoPhillips, while the Harvey Morgan-led "Harvey Investment Fund" acquired a 3% stake in Google and a 4.45% stake in Ruby.


    "Bruce, to celebrate our collaboration, how about a drink tonight?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded after thinking about it.


    "However, I''m not too fond of noisy places."


    "Don''t worry, I don''t like noisy places either." After a pause, Harvey Morgan looked at the time, "It''s still a while before evening, why don''t we play tennis with you? We talked for so long. , just relax."


    "OK, I''ll take you to change your clothes!"


    After playing tennis, the two took a shower and drove to a large estate in northern Long Island under the guidance of Harvey Morgan.


    Compared to Guo Shouyun''s 3.6-acre East Hampton Shanglin Garden, the estate is nearly double the size. Surrounded by trees, shrubs and lawns, is an English building with a beige exterior. From the mottled appearance, it is obvious that it has existed for a long time.


    Looking at the huge building in front of it with a height of nearly 20 meters and an upside-down ''concave'' shape, "Harvey, what is this place?"


    "It''s called ''Rose Castle''?"


    "Rose Castle? It''s been around for a long time by the looks of it."


    "Rose Castle used to be the mansion of the Vanderbilt family. It was auctioned by the court in the 1950s. Later, it was sold to several buyers. It was bought by Donald Trump in about 1993. With skill and several years of operation, this place has become one of the most frequented places for high society gatherings in New York."


    "Donald Trump!" Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly.


    "Why, you know him too?"


    "I don''t know! But I''ve heard the name!" Guo Shouyun smiled.


    He did hear it, how could he not know the name of the President of the United States. It''s just his controversial personality and ruling skills that impressed him.


    Harvey Morgan nodded knowingly, but didn''t say much. Guo Shouyun did not intend to let him introduce him. When Mr. Trump became president, he believed that he had already become the top conglomerate in the United States. A huge force combined with financial resources, contacts and background, what if it is the President of the United States!


    After the car stopped, the two got down, walked up the stairs, stepped on the thick red carpet, pushed open the tempered glass door at the end, and a magnificent hall appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    This is a circular hall with a high ceiling in the middle, the dance floor in the middle is about 30 meters in diameter, and the rest area at the edge is 8 meters wide. Between the dance floor and the rest area, white Roman columns with a diameter of 40 cm, a height of 4 meters and a spacing of 5 meters are used to divide into two different areas.


    Because of the line of sight, the second floor cannot be seen for the time being. However, judging from the observed place, the rest area on the second floor is also similar in size to the first floor. However, because of the height, there is no dance floor on the second floor. But sitting on the second floor is just right to overlook the dance floor on the first floor.


    On the second floor is the circular roof. Ornate crystal chandeliers hang from the roof in a circular shape, which can be divided into three circles according to size and shape, from the inside to the outside. The innermost circle is also the center with the largest crystal lamp. The diameter alone reaches eight meters, and the height of the layered bifurcations reaches six meters. It was the first time Guo Shouyun had seen such a huge crystal lamp.


    "It''s even more gorgeous than Buckingham Palace!"


    When he was in England, William once went to Buckingham Palace with him. No matter how gorgeous it was or the size of the hall, it was not as amazing here. If there''s anything Buckingham Palace can''t match here, it''s probably the value. After all, for hundreds of years, any decoration in the British royal family''s home is a rare work of art. Although it is also full of oil paintings, there are sculptures in the corners, and the level seems to be quite high, but if you really want to compare it, it is not a little bit worse.


    "Although luxury, glamour, and enjoyment are not the necessities of high society. But they still prefer this kind of place to highlight their status and power over ordinary banquet halls. That Mr. Trump grasped it shrewdly. most people''s minds."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Although I rarely come to this kind of place, it is exactly as you said. In most cases, I don''t hate it."


    "Hehe, let''s go, let''s go to the second floor!"


    Compared to the first floor, there are relatively fewer tables on the second floor. The space is larger, but there are relatively fewer people. Although there are many people coming and going, everyone seems to have made an agreement. When they arrive here, they calm down their footsteps tacitly, and the voices are only heard by the people sitting next to each other. Compared with the light singing and dancing under the soothing waltz on the first floor, the second floor is more like a secluded lounge.


    The two took their bodyguards to find an empty seat and sat down.


    "Bruce, what do you think of this place? It suits your appetite!"


    "It''s really good here." Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Harvey Morgan smiled, and after snapping his fingers, the waiter standing next to him came over.


    "What do you want sir?"


    "Bruce, what would you like to drink?"


    "A glass of Berland champagne, and a compote and pastry."


    After that, he took out a $100 tip and handed it over.


    "Okay, sir. Please wait!"


    Glancing at Guo Shouyun, who was looking at the ballroom on the first floor, Harvey Morgan smiled and said, "Bruce, if you want to dance, I can find you a dance partner. You are satisfied with your body and appearance."


    Guo Shouyun looked back, "Are there many socialites here?"


    "The place where the upper class gathers will inevitably have beauties who dream of joining the wealthy. And Mr. Trump is the co-sponsor of Miss America. He waved his hands at will, and there is no shortage of beautiful women here."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and then his eyes narrowed, "Speaking of Cao Cao, Cao Cao will be here."


    "what?"


    "look!"


    Guo Shouyun raised his chin.


    Harvey Morgan turned around, and soon he was wearing a dark blue suit, with a slightly fat body, yellow hair combed back meticulously, and a smiling middle-aged man appeared in front of him.


    "Mr. Morgan, I just heard from the doorman that you were here today, so I brought a bottle of wine. This is... Bruce Guo, Mr. Guo?"


    Although it has long been seen from the look on the corner of the other''s eyes that his purpose is not only Harvey Morgan, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much. Standing up, he stretched out his right hand to the other party with a smile on his face.


    "Hello, Mr. Trump!"


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. I admire your talent in business, especially in finance. It''s rare to see you today, but you must give me some advice!"


    "I don''t dare to give you advice. Since it is rare for everyone to get together, we can discuss with each other!"


    "Let''s sit down and talk!" Harvey Morgan said.


    "Please sit down!"


    "Please!"


    After the three of them sat down, *** opened the red wine they brought and woke up for a while.


    "I have treasured this bottle of 86-year-old Patus for a long time. If I hadn''t met Mr. Morgan, who hasn''t come to my Rose Fort for a long time, I would be reluctant to take it out."


    "So, Harvey, I''ve got your light!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Haha, if Mr. Trump knew you were there, it wouldn''t be Pattus, but Romanee Conti in 1986."


    "Mr. Morgan is joking. Both of you are distinguished guests that I can''t usually invite. No matter who comes here, I will bring out my best wine to entertain them."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, took the wine glass and put it on the tip of his nose to sniff, "It really is a good wine!"


    ��Bordeaux red wine, 1986 is one of the best vintages. Although Patus is not as famous as Roman��e-Conti, its quality is top.��


    After speaking, Harvey Morgan pushed the glass forward, "Cheers!"


    "cheers!"


    "cheers!"


    After taking a sip, tasting it in his mouth, feeling the sweetness of the wine in his stomach, Guo Shouyun slowly exhaled, looked at the dark purple wine in the glass and said with a smile: "It really is a top famous winery. , the taste is really different."


    "If Mr. Guo likes it, I still have a few bottles there. I will let them bring them to Mr. Guo to take away."


    "No. If you taste this good thing occasionally, you will feel pleasantly surprised If you drink too much, it will lose its taste."


    Just at this moment, a burst of singing came from the first floor. Guo Shouyun looked down, and in the middle of the ballroom, there was a young woman with golden curly hair, holding a microphone and singing.


    "It''s a show between dancing! Mostly singing, and occasionally magic or opera," Trump explained.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looking at the singing woman, he always felt a little familiar.


    "what is her name?"


    Apparently Trump doesn''t know either. Inviting the female singer in the middle of the show, he always told the people below to do it. However, he was very efficient. After a phone call, he quickly said: "Shakira Ripoll, Colombian. If Mr. Guo likes it, I''ll have her come up after she finishes singing."


    "No need." Looking back at the eyes of the two, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "I have an occupational disease. When I hear someone who sings well, I want to sign for Matrix Records. However, thinking about it now, since she can sing here, she must be I have my own agency."


    Shakira is no stranger to him. The theme song "TryEverything" of "Crazy Zoo", Guo Shouyun used it as a ringtone for a year in his last life.


    "Bruce, it''s better to give it a try. Although she has an economic company, the reputation of Matrix Records, the world''s four major record giants, is an irresistible temptation for singers."


    "Don''t worry, Mr. Guo, this matter will be covered by me." Trump smiled.


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun nodded. Excessive politeness is hypocrisy. Moreover, since someone took the initiative to help him, why should he refuse? If you can really win Shakira, Matrix Records will have another song queen, which is beneficial and harmless!


    "Thank you so much then!"


    "You''re welcome, Mr. Guo!"


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 Chapter 535： Plaza Hotel

    Chapter 535 Plaza Hotel


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    "Mr. Guo is a tycoon in the investment field. I don''t know what he has to say about the current economic situation in the United States?"


    Glancing at Mr. Trump, who was ''fat-headed and big-eared'', Guo Shouyun smiled, "I can''t talk about high opinions, but after the release of the risk of the Nasdaq crisis, the economic situation in the United States is now very good. Mr. Pu is currently engaged in the real estate industry with many opportunities, and if he manages it well, the annual wealth growth rate will not be less than 15%!"


    Trump''s eyes flashed, "Since Mr. Guo is so optimistic about the real estate industry, it seems that you don''t invest much in real estate stocks yourself!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Real estate investment does not necessarily require the stocks and bonds of real estate companies. If Mr. Trump pays attention, he will find that Matrix Cinemas, Guo''s Parkreju brand and Burger King brand are located in the properties of the storefront in the core area. It''s all self-sustaining."


    "That''s it! I thought that Mr. Guo was most optimistic about the Internet and energy, and he had such a careful layout of the real estate industry!" After a pause, "Since Mr. Guo is interested in real estate, I have a very good one here. Real estate business, I wonder if Mr. Guo would like to hear it?"


    "I''m a businessman, and I''m interested in making money."


    After Trump nodded, "I think Mr. Guo must be familiar with the ''New York Plaza Hotel'', right?"


    "Of course! New York landmark, century-old shop, the first choice for world-renowned gentlemen to New York. ... However, I remember that Mr. Trump sold it to the Arabs for $325 million as early as 1995!"


    "It''s Prince Walid, a member of the Arab royal family." Trump nodded and said, "But now His Royal Highness wants to sell this hotel. If Mr. Guo is interested, I can help Mr. Guo as an intermediary."


    "Why didn''t Mr. Trump buy it himself?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "His Royal Highness asked for 600 million US dollars. I can''t come up with so much cash. But with Mr. Guo''s financial resources, it is definitely not a problem."


    "So it is. But when I read the news, I occasionally noticed some reports about the Plaza Hotel. For example, the equipment is outdated, the decoration style is not new, and the hotel facilities are outdated. If you buy it, you want the Plaza Hotel to maintain it in the hotel. The status of the industry and people''s hearts, and to increase the attractiveness to customers, it is necessary to invest hundreds of millions of dollars in renovation costs. The acquisition cost plus renovation cost is close to 1 billion US dollars. The hotel industry is also a typical industry with a long payback period and low profits. Although With the location advantage and brand reputation of the Plaza Hotel, I am not worried that the investment will not be recovered, but the capital utilization efficiency of this investment is not high.��


    Generally speaking, the return on investment of a hotel with better returns is 10 years, while a well-managed hotel has an annual net profit margin of 8-10%.


    Although the Plaza Hotel is located in a prime location in the heart of New York City, future property appreciation is also expected. But in contrast, the rate of return is lower than options such as Huaxia Real Estate, Internet investment, real estate subordinated debt, gold and oil futures.


    In addition, the hotel industry is not an industry that Guo Shouyun intends to operate, and he is not willing to disperse his energy.


    "It might have been possible three years ago, but now...!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head inwardly. He has long passed the stage of investing in whatever industry he sees making money.


    "Mr. Guo, although the return of the hotel industry is not high, I believe you will be satisfied with the compound growth rate brought by the property appreciation. Moreover, since you think that investing in real estate can get a 15% annual return. 10% is 25%! Even in the stock market and futures market, few companies can do it.��


    Guo Shouyun had a faint smile on his face, "Mr. Trump, I am not rich here alone. There is Harvey on the opposite side. You can also recommend the Plaza Hotel to him."


    "No, I''m not interested in the hotel industry. Besides, I have nowhere to raise such a huge amount of money for the purchase of the Plaza Hotel property and renovations, which add up to nearly $1 billion." Harvey Morgan smiled. He waved his hand.


    "Mr. Trump, it seems that we are not interested in the Plaza Hotel. However, there are many celebrities and gentlemen in the Rose Castle, and the rich and wealthy are also on the shoulders. I believe that some of them must be interested in the Plaza Hotel!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Although there are many rich people in the Rose Castle Clubhouse, there are not many people who can raise enough funds to buy the Plaza Hotel. In addition, there are not many people like Mr. Guo and Mr. Morgan who are worthy of my visit and actively seek cooperation."


    "It is a great honor to receive such a high evaluation from Mr. Trump, and it is worth our toast!"


    Guo Shouyun raised the glass with a smile.


    "Mr. Guo''s achievements deserve any praise, cheers!"


    After putting down the wine glass, Guo Shouyun stood up.


    "You two drink slowly first, I''ll go to the bathroom!"


    Harvey Morgan nodded.


    "Mr. Guo, turn left and go in at the first intersection!"


    "thanks."


    According to Trump''s instructions, Guo Shouyun quickly found the location of the toilet. After happily draining the water and washing my hands, I was about to go back to my seat when the phone in my pocket suddenly rang.


    Taking a look at the caller ID, Guo Shouyun looked left and right, walked along the corridor where the toilet was located, and walked to the end, where there was a balcony. However, seeing the inseparable men and women who had already hugged and kissed here, Guo Shouyun frowned slightly and walked down the stairs to the first floor. It was not until after leaving the villa that he found an unoccupied bench in the back garden and sat down.


    I found the caller ID just now and dialed it back.


    "boss!"


    "Stephen, listen to your tone, it should be good news this time!"


    "Haha, nothing to hide from the boss. As you might expect, Ruben Durstein and National City Bank agreed to our merger plan."


    "Is the contract signed?"


    "The agreement was initialed, and you still need to sign the final contract."


    Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief. Although the final contract has not been signed, things are basically settled here.


    "...Also, they want you to keep your promise that any company under Guo''s company goes public, and the underwriter should have Phoenix Bank."


    "What''s there to worry about? Will my own company''s business still give priority to cheaper outsiders?"


    "Then I will fax the contract documents to you later?"


    "No. Now I''m in New York, and I''ll be at the company tomorrow. Also, submit our merger documents to the Fed for approval!"


    Although the merger plan between Phoenix and National City Bank has been negotiated here, it still needs the approval of the Federal Reserve.


    Of course, this is just a procedure. Under normal circumstances, there will be no obstacles. Besides, he is strong enough to befriend Lawrence Summers, Robert Edward Rubin, these powerful figures in the US economic field, and to win over big families such as Morgan, Bush, and Roosevelt. Although Greenspan is the supreme emperor of the American economy, he is not going to embarrass himself here.


    Moreover, it is precisely because he has too much power that he is more likely to be feared by others, and he has been somewhat retiring over the years.


    "Understood! ... Boss, there is one more thing."


    "what?"


    "******* officially launched the acquisition of the First Bank of the United States, shaking the global financial community!"


    After a moment of silence, "We already expected that, didn''t we! And this is also a good thing for us, at least no one uses a monopoly to hinder our merger with City Bank. As for the shock caused by the merger of Seymour and First Bank, I think Citigroup and Bank of America must have been shaken a lot more than us."


    "In terms of assets, I am afraid that Bank of America''s status as the second largest commercial bank in the United States will be ceded to Seymour."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and suddenly smiled, "Stephen, do you think that along with our merger with Seymour, will you dislike the mergers and acquisitions trend in the US banking industry?"


    "It''s really possible!"


    "Okay, let''s go here. See you at our company tomorrow!"


    "Um!"


    "goodbye!"


    "goodbye!"


    Hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun stood up and greeted Matthew, who was doing his duty beside him, and left the garden.


    "Mr. Guo!"


    A graceful female voice stopped Guo Shouyun who was about to go to the second floor.


    Turning his head to look subconsciously, Guo Shouyun instantly understood. Standing opposite him, the tall girl wearing a red evening dress, blond hair hanging down her shoulders, and a tall stature is the world-famous socialite I-Wan-Ka Trump who will accompany her father to the presidency in the future.


    "Did Miss Trump call me?"


    After Ivanka took a few steps forward, "Mr. Guo knows me?"


    Guo Shouyun was dumbfounded. According to his current status, it was indeed the first time the two met. And now Ivanka Trump, who is only 22 years old, is still a student at Wharton School, far from the world-renowned place of later generations.


    "I heard him mention you when I was chatting with your dad before!" After speaking vaguely, he immediately changed the subject, "Is Miss Trump looking for me?"


    "I want to ask Mr. Guo to do a dance!"


    "Dancing?" Guo Shouyun was taken aback. He was here only at Harvey Morgan''s invitation, but he didn''t think about anything else.


    In addition to being beautiful and good family affairs, Ivanka can be well-known in future generations, and her intelligence and skills are also beyond ordinary people.


    "Mr. Guo, a gentleman can''t refuse an invitation from a beautiful lady in front of guests!"


    Looking at the dignified, gentle and beautiful girl standing in front of him, Guo Shouyun burst into laughter. At this time, refusing, it seems that he is not upright enough.


    "It is also my honor to be invited by a beautiful lady, please!"


    "Please!"


    The two walked in tandem through the corridor connecting the first floor and the ballroom, and danced on the dance floor accompanied by a soft waltz.


    A handsome man and a beautiful woman will naturally become the focus of others. Sitting upstairs, Harvey Morgan and Trump, who had a wide view, also found the two. It''s just that their expressions are different because of their different identities!

 Chapter 536： Trump father and daughter

    Chapter five hundred and thirty sixth Trump father and daughter


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    "Mr. Trump, is that Miss Ivanka?"


    "Yes!"


    Glancing at the two people dancing below, Trump nodded calmly.


    "Mr. Trump has cultivated an excellent daughter who is beautiful, intelligent and dignified!"


    "Mr. Morgan has passed the prize." After a pause, "I will take my leave after disturbing Mr. Morgan for so long. When Mr. Guo returns, please take me to apologize to him."


    "Mr. Trump walk slowly!" Harvey Morgan nodded with a smile.


    ***** Trump nodded and left.


    Looking at his back and the dance floor below, Harvey Morgan smiled faintly and sat down again.


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    "Mr. Guo, I will graduate from Wharton next year, but now I want to find an internship in a company. I wonder if I can join your company?"


    "Ling Zun''s *** group is a big real estate developer in the United States, why do you want to go far?"


    "I don''t want outsiders to see my career success as my father''s Yu Meng. I want to work **** my own to create a world."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Miss Trump''s courage is admirable. However, I do not own a real estate company."


    "Mr. Guo, what Wharton gave me can completely adapt me to the operation management of all companies. And I am very willing to try different industries."


    "So, you already have a goal?"


    "If possible, I would like to become a management trainee of Phoenix Company!"


    "Financial industry? I thought Miss Trump would choose Matrix." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "I still prefer finance more than the Internet, energy, and media."


    Combined with the memories of his previous life, this woman who is only 22 years old is undoubtedly a top talent, whether in business or politics. That being the case, he didn''t need to shut him out.


    "Okay. I''ll call the head of human resources at Phoenix to add Miss Trump to the company''s management trainee program this year."


    "Thank you, Mr. Guo!"


    "No! It is also our honor to have such a beautiful and capable talent as Miss Trump to join."


    "Thank you!" After a pause, Ivanka continued, "Mr. Guo, I am also very interested in investment. Mr. Guo is a well-known financial genius in the United States, and I personally admire it very much. I wonder if Mr. Guo can Point out?"


    "Investment is a rational conclusion based on careful data analysis. Therefore, my investments are long-term investments of more than half a year. If Miss Ivanka wants to do short-term investments, I have nothing to say."


    "What if it''s a long line?"


    Looking at the deep and bright eyes of the girl who was close at hand, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly.


    "If it is the stock market, the Internet and biotechnology stocks are the most valuable for investment; if it is the bond market, convertible bonds and asset-backed bonds in the real estate and financial industries can be invested; if it is futures, gold, oil, and steel, Commodities such as copper mines can be invested, but I recommend gold and oil. I think these are enough for Miss Trump to choose.��


    Ivanka nodded, blinked, and smiled charmingly, "What if it''s a single stock?"


    "After my company goes public, Miss Ivanka can buy it." Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    When it comes to the rise and fall of a specific stock, there are large sums of interests behind it. When meeting for the first time, Guo Shouyun would not disclose such important information for free, even if you look good and there is no entanglement of interests and no benefit.


    Everyone has a love for beauty, but he can''t move his legs when he sees beautiful women, that''s not his style.


    Ivanka is obviously a smart person, and he understands his thoughts from Guo Shouyun''s feedback.


    "Then I''ll wait for Mr. Guo to list his company."


    "Um!"


    While Guo Shouyun nodded, the waltz also came to an end. As the midfield stopped, Guo Shouyun also let go of the arm around Ivanka''s slender waist.


    "It''s a pleasure to dance with Miss Trump. I still have friends on the second floor, so I''ll say goodbye first."


    "Mr. Guo, please!" Ivanka smiled.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and turned to leave.


    Looking at his back, Ivanka turned around and walked out of the ballroom after a flash of light flashed in her eyes. After declining invitations from several people halfway through, he returned to his own room.


    "dad��?"


    After seeing the old Trump sitting on the sofa, Ivanka walked over.


    "Sit down!"


    He patted the sofa beside him.


    "Um!"


    "How was your conversation with Bruce Guo?"


    "you saw it?"


    "I was on the second floor!"


    After nodding his head clearly, "It''s okay to chat, he agreed to my request to enter the Phoenix company for an internship."


    "You want to enter the Phoenix Company for an internship?" *** frowned.


    "I already told you about this in advance."


    "You said it. But you didn''t tell me that Phoenix is ??your choice."


    Ivanka shrugged, "What''s wrong with Phoenix? It''s the most promising financial company on Wall Street right now."


    "Phoenix is ??of course a good choice. But your actions today will create a different association."


    "You think I''m after Bruce Guo?"


    "I just wanted to remind you that he is married to the Roosevelt family."


    "Dad, I choose Phoenix just because it is currently the fastest growing and most profitable company on Wall Street, and it has not yet been listed. I believe that with my ability, I can get a rights issue when it goes public. This can increase my wealth. , professional ability and industry status. As for Bruce Guo, I have never thought about pursuing him. Even if I have such thoughts in the future, I am confident that I can defeat Wendy Roosevelt and become the new Mrs. Guo!"


    Looking at his daughter who looked proud and confident, Trump couldn''t help shaking his head when he was proud. My daughter is considered excellent among the younger generation. Although she has left a dignified and stable impression on the outside world because of her deliberate management, the pride of being an excellent young man in her bones cannot be changed.


    Thinking of this, the same young but more successful figure appeared in his mind. In him, Trump did not feel this kind of pride, but more of a self-confidence that had been honed.


    "Maybe that''s one of the reasons he''s so successful!"


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    "What about Mr. Trump?"


    Guo Shouyun, who returned to the second floor, looked at the empty seat and asked.


    "Just left! ... How about it, it feels good to dance around a beauty, right?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly: "Are you going to ask, have I received contact information or an invitation?"


    "Have it?"


    Harvey Morgan laughed.


    "It''s almost time, I still have work tomorrow, and I''m ready to leave now, how about you?" Guo Shouyun shook his head and stood up.


    "We came together, and of course we have to leave together."


    "Let''s go then!"


    "Bruce, you haven''t answered my question just now."


    "what is the problem?"


    "Don''t pretend to be confused. Of course it''s Miss Trump''s ''Rose Date''!"


    "Harvey, I don''t see that you''re quite a gossip."


    "Gossip? What do you mean?"


    "Gossip means ''smart''!"


    "impossible��!"


    Accompanied by the voices fading away, the brightly lit Rose Castle gradually drifted away behind the two of them.


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    The next day, Guo Shouyun got up early, washed his face and brushed his teeth, and after breakfast, he came to the headquarters of Phoenix Company.


    In the chairman''s office, Stephen Bryan handed over the merger documents between Phoenix and National City Bank to Guo Shouyun.


    After reading it carefully, Guo Shouyun signed his name on it.


    As soon as he wrote, the Phoenix Company became the Phoenix Bank. After the separation of the Thunder Fund, the equity of Phoenix Bank indirectly held by him through various charitable funds and shell companies will drop from the previous 96% to 67.8%! But even so, he still holds the absolute controlling stake in Phoenix Bank.


    After handing the contract to Stephen, "Have the senior management of the company and the senior management of National City Bank arrived?"


    "Waiting for you in the large conference room on the 16th floor."


    Guo Shouyun straightened his suit and stood up Let''s go. "


    Stephen Bryan nodded and followed him out of the room.


    No. 4 Times Square, the 16th floor conference room of the Phoenix headquarters.


    After Guo Shouyun pushed open the door and walked in, everyone''s eyes turned to him. With the continuous development of companies such as Phoenix, Google, and Apple, the name Bruce Kuo has increasingly become a legend in the American business world. And his low-key, added a layer of mystery on top of the legend. This makes everyone who sees him for the first time will subconsciously hold him with scrutiny.


    Of course, the people inside the Phoenix Company who followed him to fight the country still had more admiration in their eyes.


    Facing the complex eyes of everyone, Guo Shouyun, who was accustomed to this kind of battle, strode in. At this moment, his calm self-confidence, and the majesty honed from his many years in a high position, make people involuntarily forget that he is only a 23-year-old young man.


    After striding to the center of the conference room, he looked at Ruben Destin on the left, "Mr. Destin, we will be working together from today."


    "I think it is fortunate to be able to work with Mr. Guo." Ruben Destin smiled after holding Guo Shouyun''s outstretched right hand.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, turned sideways, and stood beside him. More than 50 senior executives of the two companies said loudly, "Starting today, Phoenix Corporation and National City Bank of the United States will be officially merged. Assets, tier 1 capital of 46.8 billion, total revenue of 21.4 billion, and net profit of 3.18 billion, the executives of Phoenix Bank.��


    "Whoa...!"


    Warm applause rang out in the conference room.


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 Chapter 537： Phoenix Bank

    Chapter 537 Phoenix Bank


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    After a long time, Guo Shouyun pressed his hands down to signal everyone to calm down, "Starting today, in terms of total assets, we are the ninth largest bank in the United States after Bank of New York Mellon, and in terms of Tier 1 capital, we are the second largest bank in the United States. Wells Fargo is the seventh largest bank in the United States. But I believe this is only the starting point for us now, not our end point. In the future, Phoenix Bank will become the top three banking giants in the United States, and our business will no longer be limited to the United States, but A true world-class banking giant. Of course, I also assure everyone that any veteran who accompanies the company''s development will be rewarded handsomely when the company goes public in the future."


    The applause was louder this time. Because Guo Shouyun''s words mean that the company will go public in the future, and everyone will have options to take.


    There is nothing more touching than naked interests.


    After signalling everyone to calm down, Guo Shouyun continued: "With the merger of the two companies, the original business structure is no longer suitable for the needs of the new company''s development, and the personnel also need to be adjusted. Therefore, the main content of today''s meeting is: reorganization of the company''s board of directors , adjust the company structure and announce new personnel appointments.��


    The atmosphere of the meeting became solemn. Although everyone has long expected that the two companies will make certain adjustments in the company''s organizational structure and personnel after the merger, they did not expect it to come so quickly.


    When it comes to their future, everyone is energized. Of course, relatively speaking, the people of Phoenix are relatively relaxed. After all, this is a merger of two companies in name, but in fact it is dominated by Phoenix. They are the direct descendants of the cronies, while the people from the city bank are outsiders, and they must be the focus of adjustment.


    "Starting today, Phoenix Bank''s business is divided into two different areas: administration and business, with a total of 18 departments. The administrative areas are divided into: administration department, planning department, personnel department, finance department, security department, legal department, strategic development and Risk Control Department, seven departments, business areas are divided into: Retail Banking Department, Commercial Banking Department, Wealth Management Department, Asset Management Department, Private Banking Department, Venture Capital Department, PE Investment Department, Investment Banking Department, Insurance Department, R&D Department , Eleven departments of the Internet Banking Department.��


    "Administration Department, responsible for daily office affairs management, office item management, document management, meeting management, travel arrangements, etc. Department supervisor: Emma Wilder."


    "The Planning Department, the full name of the Corporate Marketing Planning Department, is responsible for the company''s external publicity and promotion; as well as the research and improvement of corporate culture and management culture; market research; media public relations, maintenance of corporate image, etc. Department supervisor: Kohler Fanning."


    "The responsibilities of the personnel department, the finance department, the security department and the legal department, I believe you all know without saying. Personnel director: Tim Smith; Finance director: Patty Sellers; Security director: Dawn. Damon; Head of Legal: Michael Owen."


    ��The Strategic Development and Risk Control Department, as the name suggests, will be responsible for the company��s mergers and acquisitions, restructuring and investment business, as well as risk assessment. Any project with an investment scale of more than $30 million must first pass the risk assessment of the Strategic Development and Risk Control Department. If the business department If there is a dispute with the risk control department, it will be reported to the board of directors and I will discuss it before making a decision. David Reinissi, director of the strategic development and risk control department.��


    A middle-aged man with golden glasses nodded with a calm expression. Among all administrative departments, the strategic development and risk control department has the greatest power. It can fully intervene in every major investment of Phoenix Bank.


    In addition, it can also be seen from the personnel appointments that they are close and distant. Core departments such as finance, personnel, and risk control are all senior management of the original Phoenix company. The slightly weaker departments such as administration, planning, and legal affairs were assigned to the people from the original city bank.


    However, even if anyone was dissatisfied with such an appointment, they would not dare to say anything more. After all, in this merger, Phoenix is ??the real leader.


    Guo Shouyun felt the strange atmosphere in the meeting, but he didn''t care. If he wants to control the new company, he naturally has to install his cronies in the core department.


    "Retail Banking Department, responsible for personal deposit and loan business, credit card business, small and medium-sized enterprise loan business; department head Thomas Thaler."


    "Commercial Banking Department, responsible for the deposit and loan business of large enterprises, public institutions and social groups; Department Director: Ira Newbell."


    In fact, the commercial banking department corresponds to the business of the wholesale banking department, but Guo Shouyun thought that the wholesale banking was not good, so he changed it.


    "Wealth Management Department, responsible for individuals, institutions and enterprises, funds, trusts, private placements, insurance and other financial investment businesses with an investment scale of less than 1 million US dollars; Department Director Jaren Jackson."


    "Asset Management Department, responsible for financial investment businesses such as funds, trusts, private placements, insurance, etc. with institutional and corporate investment scales over US$1 million; Derek Tial, head of the department."


    "Private Banking Department, responsible for funds, trusts, private placements, insurance and other financial investment businesses with personal investment of more than 1 million US dollars; Department Director Shonayl Scott."


    "The Venture Capital Department, that is, the investment business in the two fields of angels and VCs, the department head: Ryan Koch. The PE investment department, as the name suggests, is mainly aimed at the financing business of enterprises in the primary market, the director: Paul Lehman."


    "Investment Banking Department, responsible for corporate IPO, investment mergers and acquisitions, bond issuance, financial intermediary and consulting and other securities businesses, the head of the department, Michael Moretz."


    After glancing at his old partner with a calm expression, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly. Let Michael Moretz be in charge of the investment banking department. He consciously tempered this talented old subordinate. If he does not live up to his trust, then he will be the most suitable CEO candidate if he wins Merrill in the future.


    "The insurance department mainly focuses on property insurance, life insurance and auto insurance. The head of the department is Samaki Walker."


    As soon as he finished speaking, a bald, middle-aged man with black-rimmed glasses raised his right hand. He was Samaki Walker, the former head of insurance at National City Bank.


    "Boss, commercial insurance has always been our main business. If we adjust the business direction now, how will we deal with the previous business?"


    "Sell it!"


    Guo Shouyun did not hesitate.


    The subprime mortgage crisis that broke out four years later was highlighted in the financial market as two major cancers, namely CDS and CDO. The former''s full name is "credit default swap" and the latter is "guaranteed debt certificate", both of which are frequent visitors in the US financial derivatives market.


    The relationship between the two will not be explained here for the time being. It only needs to be emphasized that CDO has killed a number of financial institutions that provide housing loans to the American public, including the famous Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, Washington Mutual Bank, Lehman Brothers and other banks and credit giants.


    And CDS has directly caused the world''s largest insurance giant, the world''s largest commercial insurance service provider "American International Group", to lose more than 60 billion US dollars in just one CDS business. If it weren''t for the US Treasury Department to provide it with more than $180 billion in financial support, the insurance giant would have collapsed long ago.


    The banking giant that has been harmed by CDS is also Citi, whose Traveler Group is the second largest insurance giant in the United States after AIG. If it weren''t for the US Treasury to provide guarantees for its more than $300 billion in debt and inject $25 billion in capital, Citigroup would not have existed in 2009.


    And according to some survey reports on the subprime mortgage crisis, the United States alone lost about $200 billion in CDO throughout the crisis. But CDS''s losses are ten times larger.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t want to try it even if he had previous knowledge. This is no longer a ''pit'', but a bottomless ''hell''. Jump in and you can''t get out.


    His decisive tone made Samaki Walker hold back the words he wanted to persuade.


    The company has just merged, and the future looks promising. He didn''t want to lose his job because of his disobedience.


    "The R&D Department is responsible for designing financial products and regularly releasing assessment reports on the stock market, foreign exchange market, bond market and other markets; the head of the department, Danny Ferry."


    "The Internet Banking Department is responsible for the design and revision of the company''s website, as well as technical maintenance; it connects with various business departments to carry out online banking business. Department Director, Avery Johnson."


    Compared with the administrative department, the heads of eleven specific business departments, Phoenix Company and National City Bank are relatively balanced. Businesses like retail banking, wholesale banking, and insurance that Phoenix companies do not have are basically headed by the person in charge of the former National City Bank.


    "In the future, the management of Phoenix Bank will be based on the ''business division'' system, and all subsidiaries will be cancelled. ... In addition, the company''s CEO will be Stephen Bryan, COO will be Ruben Destein, Michael Moretz Co-CEOs, the two of you assist Stephen Bryan in managing the company."


    Guo Shouyun didn''t say anything about himself, of course he was definitely the chairman of the board of directors.


    However, now the merger proposal of Phoenix Bank and National City Bank has not been approved by the Federal Reserve, and National City Bank has not been delisted from the New York Stock Exchange. The merger of the board of directors does not need to be rushed for the time being.


    In fact, if both parties hadn''t made a point of catching up with the listings of LinkedIn, Google, and Unocal, they wouldn''t have started integrating their respective businesses before the merger was approved.


    "In addition, I would also like to emphasize. Although many banks are now lowering the door bar of residential mortgage loans, we, Phoenix Bank, will not relax. We must ensure that everyone takes loans from me. of individuals have formal and stable employment, have sufficient repayment capacity, and submit a down payment of at least 20%."


    Although the subprime loan debt portfolio can be sold before the crisis, this kind of deceptive thing is not to be offended. Sometimes it''s easy to get smashed.


    Instead of dispersing your energy here, it is better to concentrate and keep an eye on the capital market. At that time, whether it is gold or oil, if you make money with your ability, you will be less hostile in the future.


    Now the U.S. housing market is in the ascendant stage, and there are not many subprime mortgage loans, so it is lower than Guo Shouyun''s explanation, and there is no objection. At most, I just think he is a little conservative in this regard.


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say, who has questions?"


    "Boss, the office area of ??No. 4 Times Square is less than 30,000 square meters. I''m afraid it cannot accommodate the entire headquarters to work here." Ruben Destin said.


    "what''s your plan?"


    "Why don''t we keep the retail banking and insurance headquarters in Cleveland and the rest in New York?"


    Ruben Durstein''s approach is not bad. In fact, many big banks in the United States do this. For example, Seymour''s Global Corporate Bank has its main headquarters in London, and its credit card service headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware.


    Guo Shouyun shook his head after thinking about it.


    "Not suitable. Separating the headquarters will increase the time cost of the office. Buy another building. I think there must be office buildings for sale in Manhattan."


    After Ruben Destin nodded, he continued: "If National City Bank is delisted, when will the new company go public?"


    "In the middle or late next year, we will set aside a year to integrate the company!"

 Chapter 538： Clear division of labor

    Chapter five hundred and thirty-eight the division of labor is clear


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    For one day, Guo Shouyun was holding the integration meeting of Phoenix Company and National City Bank of the United States. There were dozens of executives, and everyone had problems. After he answered them one by one, it was night time.


    High-intensity and long-term meetings made him physically and mentally exhausted. After a casual dinner, I went to bed. The next day, continue to work at the Phoenix Company, no, it should now be called Phoenix Bank''s headquarters.


    "boss!"


    Seeing Stephen who pushed in the door, Guo Shouyun put down the document in his hand and pointed to the seat opposite the desk.


    "sit!"


    "thanks!"


    "Stephen, although the merger between Phoenix Company and National City Bank has just started, this matter is settled. The details that follow are not a problem with your ability. So, I want to ask you about the company''s next step. Development, what are your plans?"


    As the CEO of the company, in addition to the daily affairs of the company''s management, he should also have his own thoughts and opinions on the company''s future development strategy.


    "Originally, I planned to write a document and submit it to the boss in a few days, but now that you are asking, I will briefly talk about it. ... Regarding the focus of the company''s next development, I think it can be divided into two parts: domestic and foreign. "


    "Domestic, in terms of business, we will continue to strengthen Phoenix''s investment in ''real estate subordinated bonds'' and ''real estate secured debentures''. We have an advantage in this area and should be strengthened. In terms of scale, we will continue to merge communities through continuous mergers and acquisitions. banks and small commercial banks to expand our banking presence and assets.��


    "Why Community Banks and Small Banks?"


    "Because the operating style of these two types of banks is relatively conservative, there are fewer high-risk assets, and at the same time, they are more closely connected with customers. In addition, choosing a small bank for acquisition is easy to integrate into our corporate culture and development strategy, and reduce unnecessary internal friction."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and motioned for him to continue.


    "Foreign countries, we must focus on China in business. At present, China is the country with the fastest economic development and the largest market size in the world. There are infinite possibilities here. All investment banks and financial giants are vying for business here. Moreover, China��s major national banks and industry giants are looking to go public recently, which is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for any investment bank. We must seize it.��


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but sigh in his heart after nodding his head. From 2005 to 2010, there were four state-owned banks in Huaxia, in order to introduce overseas capital to make up for the lack of their own funds; and to introduce international investment banks and financial consortiums to improve their management experience and facilitate international investment; these two purposes began to be used in magic. All listed in Hong Kong, and the underwriters are international investment banks and financial giants including Goldman Sachs, Seymour, and Citi.


    Take Goldman Sachs as an example. When ICBC went public, it purchased a 7% stake in ICBC for US$2.58 billion. After five reductions in the middle, it was fully cashed out in 2013, with a profit of nearly US$8 billion.


    Compared with Goldman Sachs'' investment return more than three times, ICBC only acquired an 80% stake in the little-known US Bank of East Asia in 2011, and then obtained the US commercial bank''s operating license.


    It is hard to say whether it is worth paying such a price for the reputation of an international bank!


    Ping An, PetroChina, Sinopec and other companies have the same choice as the four major banks. It can be said that the listing of Huaxia''s state-owned capital is the world''s largest capital feast in the first decade of the 21st century.


    Some people say that this is the price that China must pay for opening up and going international. Others say it was a decision-making mistake by management. But no matter what, from Guo Shouyun''s point of view, since the historical event cannot be changed, Phoenix Bank cannot let this opportunity pass up.


    "Do you have a goal?"


    "Huaxia Industrial and Commercial Bank!"


    Guo Shouyun touched his chin, "In this case, our competitors are probably the strongest."


    "If you want to choose, choose the best one. As for competition, the Chinese identity of the boss is our advantage. And going public can raise huge funds for us, which is also our advantage. The only weakness is that compared to Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, we have an advantage. The influence in the financial world is not as good, and it may not be able to enter the eyes of Chinese people."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and pondered for a moment, "Let''s contact the other party first to see the situation. If there is a chance, take the preferred stock first, and the price can be higher."


    "clear!"


    "Also, ICBC can be the main target, but don''t give up on the other ones. Also, since China is the focus of our international business, let Michael go to China."


    "I''m afraid you still need to call him in person."


    "I''ll cook a few dishes in the evening. You, Michael and Ruben, come and eat at my place. Let''s discuss it together." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    Before Michael Moretz takes over at Merrill, Stephen Bryan and Ruben Durstein will be the core management of the Phoenix bank he built.


    "It''s a rare opportunity for the boss to take action in person. It seems that I have to prepare a good bottle of wine."


    "If you don''t prepare, do you still want to eat free food?"


    After the two talked and laughed for a while, Stephen Bryan planned to leave. The merger of the company has just begun, and there are still a lot of things in his place.


    "Wait a minute, Stephen."


    "This is Ivanka Trump''s information. You transfer it to Tim from the personnel department and add her to the company''s intern training program this year."


    Stephen Bryan nodded and took it.


    "Wharton Business School? It''s not bad." But after looking at the photo, he turned to look at Guo Shouyun and smiled, "Boss, this Miss Trump is very beautiful and has a good figure."


    Guo Shouyun easily guessed his thoughts from his tone and expression on his face. But the matter of men and women has always been more and more dark, and he is too lazy to explain.


    "Let her choose which department to work in. ... Go get busy!"


    "OK!"


    After Stephen Bryan responded, he turned and left.


    Looking at his back, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help shaking his head.


    "With Phoenix Bank, capital turnover will be much more convenient and more secretive in the future. However, the combined network of Phoenix Bank and Hanhua Bank is still unable to cover the world, and more efforts will be needed in the future."


    ��


    At the dinner party in the evening, under the deliberate guidance of Guo Shouyun, the guests and the host naturally enjoyed themselves. The future pattern of Phoenix Bank is basically set.


    As the chairman of the board of directors, Guo Shouyun is responsible for the company''s strategic planning and major decisions of the company. Stephen Bryan is in charge of the day-to-day management of the company, and Ruben Durstein is in charge of American affairs, especially the acquisition and expansion of small and medium banks and community banks.


    In this regard, he can be described as experienced and skilled. In the last century, National City Bank of the United States was able to soar from a medium-sized bank in Ohio with total assets of no more than $40 billion to the thirteenth largest bank in the United States in terms of total assets in just six or seven years. Ruben De Stein''s ability to serialize mergers and optimize integration is a major contributor. Entrusting him with the company''s mergers and acquisitions and expansion is the best of his abilities.


    Finally, Michael Moretz is in charge of emerging markets in Asia, especially the investment banking business of Huaxia. Michael has a precise vision in the investment field and has extensive experience and knowledge in the financial field, but what is lacking is the experience of managing large companies. Entrusting the burgeoning business of Phoenix Bank to him is both a training and a test.


    In this way, the division of labor among the core leadership of Phoenix Bank was completed.


    ��


    "Boss, Time Magazine reporter Jacques Vaughan wants to interview you."


    Looking at the interview invitation that Wang Jue handed over, Guo Shouyun said with a chuckle, "This guy is really persevering. Is this his first invitation?"


    "It''s the 19th time!"


    "19 times, which is considered rare." After pondering for a while, "Where is he now?"


    "Phoenix Bank headquarters reception room."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, compared to those reporters who just sat in his company''s office, faxed him, and invited him to interview. This Jacques Vaughn had to run to his house almost every time, or to the company headquarters in the city where he was at the time. From the middle of 2001 to the present, Wang Jue has been through 19 times since he served as his assistant. But Guo Shouyun himself can''t remember how many times.


    "You reply to him, I am willing to accept his interview."


    "You... accepted?" Wang Jue asked in surprise.


    "I like those who have perseverance!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said, "Also, let him bring a set of sportswear, and I will invite him to play golf."


    "Okay, I''ll make a call right away There are some things, just use the influence of "Times" to spread it!"


    ��


    In the backyard of Shanglin Garden, there is a nearly one-acre turf that serves as both the landscape and the golf course attached to the villa. It''s not big, but it''s enough for a family.


    "Mr. Guo, thank you very much for accepting my interview!"


    Looking at the middle-aged man with a thin face and a happy expression in front of him, Guo Shouyun smiled and shook hands with him.


    "You don''t have to thank me. You moved me with your perseverance. Otherwise, I wouldn''t be interviewed."


    "Mr. Guo, forgive me. Why don''t you want to be interviewed? You must know that many celebrities use interviews as a channel to promote their companies or products."


    "I don''t like life under the spotlight. I don''t like being surrounded by monkeys like a circus. As for promoting companies or products, I think for them, what they really need to pay attention to is the management model, corporate culture and the attitude of excellence. , instead of focusing on publicity. Although the latter is important, the continuous improvement of ''internal construction and product quality'' is the fundamental guarantee for an enterprise''s longevity."


    "Is this the fundamental reason why Mr. Guo''s companies have grown so rapidly and achieved surprising levels of development?"

 Chapter 539： interview

    Chapter 539 Interview


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    "That''s just one of the reasons. The fundamental reason why I am where I am now is that I know my strengths and weaknesses well."


    "Can you tell me in detail?"


    Jacques Vaughn wondered.


    "Of course! ... I''m only 23 years old, and although I did well in Stanford, it was only relative to the average person. I really don''t know much about electronic technology as well as Apple''s CEO history. Steve Jobs; In terms of managing the company, I can��t compare to Tim George, CEO of Ruby Company, and Katherine Lincoln, CEO of Guo��s Group; in terms of knowledge and experience in the financial field, I can��t compare to Stephen, CEO of Phoenix Company. Brian; I can''t compare to Pacific Energy CEO Jonathan Weir and Unocal CEO Rebecca Mark in terms of knowledge and experience in the energy sector."


    "...the above are all my weaknesses, I understand and I know that. If I want to succeed, I must try my best to avoid these weaknesses and use my strengths. My strength is that I clearly know what to choose. I have people to manage my company. In addition, when I encounter things that I don��t understand, I like to brainstorm and use other people��s strengths to make up for my weaknesses.��


    Jacques Vaughn nodded knowingly, and after pondering for a moment, "I know that there are two words in the East, they are called ''knowing people and being responsible'' and ''being able to listen to each other''. Mr. Guo''s words should express this meaning."


    "Mr. Vaughan is very knowledgeable!"


    "You have won the prize. I just want to know more about Mr. Guo so that I can interview you more easily."


    "I appreciate people who do everything well in advance. That way they will seize the opportunity when it comes." After a pause, "Mr. Vaughan would be honored to invite you if you wish. British journalism jobs, salary and position will meet your requirements.��


    "Thank you very much for Mr. Guo''s attention, but I am very happy at Time Magazine now, and I have no plans to resign."


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "That''s such a pity."


    "Mr. Guo, is it convenient to talk about your adoptive father?"


    A trace of memory appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face. After a long time, he nodded, "My adoptive father is a very good person. Although he himself is not very educated, he has the qualities of honesty, kindness and tenacity, and he attaches great importance to education. I remember a sentence he often said to me. That is: reading is a shortcut to changing fate! It''s a pity that he passed away prematurely."


    "terribly sorry!"


    "It''s okay, go ahead!"


    "Have you thought about finding your biological parents?" Jacques Vaughn asked after nodding.


    "I thought about it, but then I thought about it and forget it."


    "why?"


    "I was taken back to the United States by my adoptive father when I was a baby and have grown up to this day. I don''t have the slightest memory of them in my memory. I don''t want, even subconsciously refuse to understand and accept a completely strange family again.  �� maybe This is God''s plan, he gave me a successful career, but he did not give me a complete family."


    "Let''s change the subject, what prompted you to choose the path of entrepreneurship."


    "You mean LinkedIn?"


    "Um!"


    "It''s also a coincidence. At that time, Internet entrepreneurship in Silicon Valley was in full swing. Stanford, as the talent pool of Silicon Valley, almost all computer science students talked about entrepreneurship every day. In this atmosphere, even people who did not intend to start a business would I couldn''t help but try. I was the same, and I was still young at the time, and I always felt that I could become a big man in the future. So I encouraged my roommate at the time, Alexander, to set up the predecessor of LinkedIn, ''Joyo Network''."


    "It turns out that you are indeed a new legend now. Plus, you are still very young at 23 years old."


    "My age does classify me as a young man, but after so much, my mental age is more than 23."


    After taking a look at the content of the question I was going to ask, "After the Nasdaq crisis, the Internet industry in the entire Silicon Valley was in depression. What makes you think this industry has great prospects in the future? In addition, Google was not profitable at that time, and its position in the search industry was also not good. Not as good as Yahoo, AltaVista, Excite and WebCrawler. What made you choose Google? Not others."


    "To answer your first question first. Mr. Buffett has a saying that I remember deeply: I am fearful when others are greedy, and I am greedy when others are fearful. Although this sentence is aimed at the investment field, I think it can also be used in business and life. In addition, I firmly believe that the birth of the Internet has its inevitability. Although it has experienced a bubble, it is also a good thing to a certain extent. It squeezed out the dross, and more than 80% of the leftovers are ''real gold'' It''s a pity that I don''t have enough funds, otherwise I would be willing to buy every Internet company in Silicon Valley that has survived the Nasdaq crisis."


    "As for why I like Google, not Yahoo, AltaVista, Excite and WebCrawler. Because they are all web portals, not pure search engine companies. And I always feel that in the early days of the company, focus is more important than horizontal expansion Since its establishment, Google has been deeply involved in the search field and has accumulated sufficient technology and experience."


    "By contrast, Yahoo, AltaVista, Excite, and WebCrawler just treated search as their subsidiary business, and portals were their main business. Although portals were good, I couldn''t buy Yahoo with the money I had at the time. According to ''28 The law'', if you can''t be number one in the field, it''s hard to be profitable even if you become number two."


    "Also, Google''s Larry Page and Sergey Brin are very good Internet engineers, and I believe they can be successful."


    Jacques Vaughan nodded, "Apart from business, you''re a very good writer. And by far the highest-paid author in the world. How do you feel about that?"


    "I don''t feel anything. I just did what I liked step by step. As for the result, that''s God''s arrangement."


    "Many people have a lot of controversy over the "Fifty Shades" series of novels you wrote. What do you think?"


    "Rowling wrote Harry Potter, you can''t think she wants to be a wizard deep down; Mario Puzo wrote The Godfather, you can''t think he wants to be a mafia; Philip Roth After writing "The Complaint of Portnoy", you can''t think that he just wants to **** every day...***!" Guo Shouyun secretly said something bad in his heart, and almost habitually said some words.


    "...Similarly, I wrote the "Fifty Shades of Darkness" series of novels, but when I was in high school, I thought it would be easier to attract readers this way."


    "You started out in a technology company, why did you suddenly become interested in the entertainment industry?" Jacques Vaughn nodded.


    "You should be asking about the matrix, right?"


    "Yes!"


    "In the beginning, I just planned to make a film from the novel I wrote myself."


    "But you can absolutely cooperate with other film and television companies."


    "That''s true. But I prefer to be in charge of everything myself. Also, when I was young and energetic, I thought I could succeed in writing novels, and I was quite successful in starting a business. gone."


    "It''s fortunate that you went to Hollywood, otherwise there would be no Hollywood Film and Television Matrix Company now."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "If it were me now, I wouldn''t be making the same choice."


    "why?"


    "Because of awe. The more you know about an industry and the deeper you understand, the more worries and awe in your heart. This is why older people are more conservative and cautious, while younger people are more cautious. The reason for fearlessness. Two very different choices for the same thing in two different age groups.��


    "Mr. Guo, listening to you say this, combined with your age, it is really full of disobedience."


    "Normal. Sometimes I feel that I should live as I should be at my age, but there are some things that you can''t forget or erase after you''ve experienced them." Guo Shouyun sighed.


    With the combination of the two worlds, his combined age is sixty, how could he still have the mind of a young man. When I was just reborn, I was fearless, but I understood too little, and my bare feet were not afraid of wearing shoes.


    "Having said that, but then you went into the energy industry and the financial industry!"


    If you think about it, these are the industries I entered before 2002. After that, I rarely set foot in new industries, and even if I did, it was mostly investment-based, rather than operating as the main business.


    Jacques Vaughn thought about it, and it really was.


    As for the Tesla car, because there is no finished product, it is now a research and development institution at best, not a company at all, so not many people know about it, and even fewer know that it belongs to Guo Shouyun.


    "What drove you to make such a big shift? If it''s experienced as you said before, it should be gradual, not sudden."


    "Something did happen. But when it comes to my personal **, I won''t say more here."


    Molly''s car accident is a sad thing Guo Shouyun doesn''t want to mention even now.


    "What was your original intention to set foot in the energy industry?" Jacques Vaughn continued to ask after nodding his head.


    "make money!"


    "make money?"


    "Well!...As I said before: I am fearful when others are greedy, and I am greedy when others are fearful. At the time of the California energy crisis, Pacific Power and Natural Gas and Southern California Natural Gas, the two major utility giants, were hit hard. The former was even on the verge of going out of business at one point. It opened my eyes to an opportunity.��


    "First, I analyzed the cause of California''s power crisis. It was not a natural disaster, but man-made. Enron used its natural gas supply network to artificially increase the price of natural gas and the wholesale price of electricity, causing this Subcrisis. Once Enron is resolved, the California power crisis will go away.��


    "Secondly, I analyzed the prospects of the electricity market. Energy is the foundation of economic development. As long as the United States continues to develop, the demand for energy will continue to rise. In addition, with the popularity of the Internet, people use computers more and more time. This will increase electricity consumption. And, with the reduction of fossil fuels, new energy sources such as tides, wind power, and solar lights will be the future.��


    "So, no matter how you look at it, the future of electricity is bright. It just so happens that I have such a good opportunity again, how could I miss it."


    "What about Unocal?" Jacques Vaughan continued after nodding.


    "Oil is the lifeblood of modern industry. After the Nasdaq crisis, the economies of major countries in the world have improved, the demand and consumption of oil have increased, and the rise in oil prices can be expected. Of course, I have no reason to give up."


    "But you didn''t choose to buy dips when the telecom industry was in crisis?"


    "My capital is limited. After choosing the two capital-heavy industries of power and oil, I have no extra funds to invest in the telecommunications industry."


    Jacques Vaughn nodded knowingly, "Many people say that you accurately predicted the financial crisis in Argentina and gained huge profits by operating gold futures, which laid the foundation for your career. Do you agree?"


    "I agree with half of it!"


    "Why half and not all?"


    "That harvest solved my lack of capital But the foundation of my career is my mind, not just money. If you have money, you can have a successful career. I don''t think there is any way in this world. There will be so many bankruptcy cases.��


    "Can you briefly describe how you predicted the financial crisis in Argentina?"


    "Sophisticated data calculations, plus some intuition!"


    "intuition?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "I trust my gut, and it hasn''t let me down so far."


    "Have you had this intuition since you were a child?"


    "Mr. Vaughan, I think you are misunderstood. The intuition I am talking about is not a prediction made out of thin air by wizards, but a decision made in my heart after reading a lot of detailed and reliable data. I think it is the most correct decision. It is the result of mathematics after a lot of calculations, not the result of science fiction after random guessing."


    "I wish I could also have Mr. Guo''s intuition!" After a pause, "In 2001, Mr. Guo and Citigroup launched a nationwide gambling game, but then it died down. Can you elaborate? "


    "Me and Citi just had different views on the gold market at that time, and there was no fundamental contradiction. So after 9/11, the market''s reaction made it unnecessary to continue this bet."


    "From 9/11 to October 2002, you almost disappeared, and it was rumored that your fiancee was in London...!"


    "Mr. Dawn, I don''t want this interview to involve my personal affairs, please forgive me!" Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    Seeing the somewhat heart-pounding seriousness revealed in his calm expression, Jacques Vaughn nodded his head hurriedly, as the interview he had finally won was in vain.


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 Chapter 540： The age of intelligence

    Chapter 540 The Age of Intelligence


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    "Mr. Guo, why did you insist on acquiring Enron when everyone is not optimistic?"


    "First, Enron is the largest electricity supplier and natural gas pipeline company in the United States, and Pacific Energy wants to be a top company in the field of electricity and natural gas, and Enron''s assets in public utilities cannot be bypassed. Second, although Enron''s liabilities It was close to $40 billion, but only one-fifth of the current liabilities was about $8 billion, and the rest were long-term debts over a year. At that time, I had enough funds to solve Enron''s financial predicament. Third , California''s energy crisis has become a thing of the past, and stable and continuous revenue from electricity can effectively balance debt."


    ��In the end, it turns out that today Pacific Energy Group, despite taking over the Enron business and carrying a lot of debt, has not slowed down the company��s development. Today we are the world��s largest electricity supplier and natural gas distributor. and retail companies, providing integrated electricity and natural gas services to 45 million individual customers and 130,000 commercial customers worldwide."


    "Pacific Energy Group has indeed achieved amazing results under your leadership. But I heard that because of Enron''s debt problems, you came close to fighting with the creditors of Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, and Northern Trust?"


    "That''s just a rumor from the outside world. In fact, we''re just arguing more intensely."


    "why?"


    "They asked me to repay Enron''s debt on schedule, and I wanted three-quarters of the current debt to be deferred, and they asked for a price concession. Because of our respective interests, we have little chance of peace."


    No one foolishly buys a company and uses their precious liquidity to pay off its debts. The most direct way is to improve the level of operation and management, reduce expenses through layoffs and streamline administration, then invest to expand revenue, and use the company��s own earnings to pay off debts.


    The benefit of this is tax relief.


    You must know that in the United States, China, and even in most countries, the comprehensive tax, including corporate income tax and deed tax, paid by the company is close to 45% of the company''s gross profit.


    The higher a company''s indebtedness, the lower the tax base it will be taxed on after paying off interest and part of the debt.


    Therefore, in order to bring a company back to life, in addition to improving the internal management level, the most appropriate way is to increase the total assets of the company by means of investment, thereby increasing its revenue, and using revenue to repay debts.


    Guo Shouyun did just that when he acquired Enron.


    "Then how did you reach an agreement in the end?"


    "Take a step back, negotiation is the best way to solve the problem."


    Even so, in fact, all of Enron''s current debts have become long-term debts, and the interest is only 6.4%! Because Enron''s creditors knew very well that if he didn''t buy it, the result of Enron''s bankruptcy would be that everyone would lose everything.


    Although the interest is now reduced, at least the investment is still profitable. Between losses and gains, anyone can choose what is in their favor.


    However, there is no need for such a thing to be made public. Be vague and leave some face for the major financial companies to face everyone.


    "Some people say that Mr. Guo''s acquisition of Universal and Warner Records was a robbery, do you agree?"


    "There is no deal in the world that is robbery. If you lose money in a deal, it can only be said that you lack the ability to negotiate favorable conditions for yourself. AOL Time Warner and Vivendi, because of bad decision-making and blind expansion That led to their financial crisis, and they needed to sell off some of their businesses to get themselves out of the woods. Even if it wasn''t Matrix, there would be another consortium buying Universal and Warner Music."


    "Can you tell me why you bought Apple?"


    "There are a lot of geniuses in this world, and Steve is one of them. He''s the most leadership, innovative, and amazingly visionary entrepreneur I''ve ever seen. I don''t invest in Apple for Apple. It''s about Steve Jobs. If Apple doesn''t have him, there''s no investment value."


    "Unbelievable that you would rate Mr. Jobs so highly! Know that in the eyes of many who have worked with him, he is a true tyrant. Stubborn, irascible, insistent, even when he is unhappy Steve Wozniak and Ro Wayne, who co-founded Apple with Jobs, both left Apple because they couldn''t stand his dictatorship. John Sculley, Michael Spindler, and Jill Amelio couldn''t coexist with Steve Jobs."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Accurately, when Michael Spindler was in charge of Apple, Steve had already left. So they didn''t have much chance to contact each other. The conflict between them is more about NEXT. product competition with Apple."


    ����Also, the reason they couldn��t coexist with Steve was because of a lack of understanding and communication between them and a lack of trust in him. In my opinion, Steve is a genius in tech and good at discovering Talent and the direction of future technology development, he needs a space to display his talents without restrictions. The success of the iPod proves this."


    "That''s why you rarely interfere with Apple''s management?"


    "Well! I''m not good at managing companies. I don''t know Apple as well as Steve, and I don''t understand the future development trend of consumer electronics. Why should I interfere with Apple''s operations?"


    "But I heard that the iPod and iMacG3, and even Apple OSX system software, iTunes music playback software, and many other software, have your designs? Even Apple design director Jonathan Ivey and software department director Avi Troni Andu praises you as a genius in both fields."


    "Internet companies are also software companies, but I am good at this. As for the appearance of hardware, I may have some unique aesthetics. But a single breakthrough does not mean you are completely good at this field."


    "Mr. Guo is too modest."


    "I''m just telling the truth."


    "Mr. Guo trusts Mr. Jobs so much, didn''t he think that Apple might repeat the same mistakes under his leadership and go into decline like Next?"


    "Next isn''t dying, it just hasn''t found a way to prove itself for a limited time. And without next''s step OS, there wouldn''t be Apple''s amazing OSX OS right now."


    "The OSX operating system, while powerful, has not shaken Microsoft''s dominance in the field."


    "I believe in Apple''s future, and I believe that OSX can become a computer operating system that rivals Windows in the future."


    After looking at your interview catalogue, "Your two speeches at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and Harvard University this year have left a deep impression on the world''s technology community. Especially your exposition of the future of the Internet, as well as cloud computing, The predictions of future technologies such as data and artificial intelligence are admirable and curious, can you elaborate?��


    "What I want to say, and what I''m sure about, was actually said in both speeches. As for the more detailed things, I''m currently working on a book to detail my understanding of the Internet and the future. I believe that time will come. , where the curious will find the answer."


    "Books?" Jacques Vaughan''s eyes lit up. "May I know the names?"


    "The Age of Intelligence!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    Big people like to write books and talk, because it can not only bring fame to themselves, enhance the influence of the industry, but even leave a name in the history.


    In 1999, Bill Gates'' "Future Speed" became famous all over the world, and Guo Shouyun also hoped that he could use a "Intelligent Age" to establish his status as the godfather in the Internet field.


    "The age of intelligence? How much has Mr. Guo wrote in this book? When will it be published?"


    "Half of it has been completed, and it will probably be published next year!"


    "I think it will be on the New York Times, Amazon bestseller lists!"


    "I hope so too!"


    "Mr. Guo Now it is rumored that Phoenix has reached a merger agreement with National City Bank, is that true?"


    "Yes. We have submitted a merger application to the Federal Reserve and the Department of Commerce, and once approved, National City Bank will be delisted from the New York Stock Exchange and the two sides will enter the integration phase."


    After Jacques Vaughn nodded, "Phoenix has far surpassed National City Bank in terms of asset size and yield. What made you choose to merge with it?"


    "Among all the big banks in the U.S., National City Bank is one of the fastest growing, and CEO Ruben Durstein is also an excellent banker. It''s a good thing in itself."


    "After the merger between the two parties, how will the equity be distributed? What is the name of the new company? How will the leadership be established?"


    "The name of the new company will be ''Phoenix Bank''; I will continue to serve as chairman of the company''s board of directors, with Stephen Bryan as CEO, Ruben Durstein as COO, Michael Moretz as co-CEO, and the rest will be Announced on the company''s website. As for the share allocation, you will know when the company goes public."


    "Mr. Guo is going to list Phoenix Bank?"


    "certainly!"


    "What about the time?"


    "The end of next year!"


    "I remember that Ruby''s LinkedIn company has now started its roadshow, and Google and Unocal have also continued to report listing news, and now Phoenix Bank is added." After a pause, "Can I understand that Mr. Guo is going to Now start to push your companies to go public?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


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 Chapter 541： 4.37 billion barrels

    Chapter 541: 4.37 billion barrels


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    "What prompted Mr. Guo to make such a decision?"


    "Of course it''s the company''s development needs. Now, whether it''s Ruby, Google, or other companies, they have all developed to a certain stage. If they want to go further, I alone are not enough for them to make bigger breakthroughs. ."


    "Mr. Guo, as far as I know, your company is not in financial trouble, and even develops well. Even if it is not listed, it can achieve rapid development only by its own profitability."


    "Mr. Vaughan, you know, sometimes time waits for no one!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, picked up the club in his hand and walked forward.


    Looking at his back, Jacques Vaughn frowned, he couldn''t guess the meaning of the other party.


    "Mr. Guo, can you tell me in detail?"


    Jacques Vaughn, who was not going to give up easily, hurriedly chased after him.


    "I''m sorry, I can''t tell you about the company''s future strategic planning!"


    "Can''t you say it at all?" Jacques Vaughn said reluctantly. He was acutely aware that it contained a shocking secret. But unfortunately, it was Guo Shouyun''s firm refusal to answer him.


    "Okay!" After sighing, Jacques Vaughn, who had packed up his mood, continued, "Mr. Guo, is it true that you have been engaged to Miss Wendy Roosevelt?"


    "I''m sorry that my private information is inconvenient to disclose to the outside world."


    Although Guo Shouyun accepted this interview, he wanted to keep the information about his family absolutely confidential. Although it may be difficult, Molly Bevin has given him enough wake-up call.


    "If I asked you what you thought about the Iraq war, wouldn''t you also answer?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "I respect President Bush''s decision. I believe that the reason why he and Congress passed the decision on the Iraq war must be out of the fundamental interests of the United States. I''m not in the seat, I don''t know its content, I have no rights, nor Incapable of making a credible assessment!"


    "Then do you agree or disagree?" Jacques Vaughn stared at the man opposite.


    "As I said, I respect Mr. President''s decision."


    Now the United States has polarized views on the Iraq war. Whether they are in favor or against, they will offend the other faction. So the best way is to have three salty mouths.


    Guo Shouyun looked at the time, "Mr. Vaughan, the interview has been going on for almost two hours. I have work arrangements later. So you can ask one last question."


    After nodding and thinking for a moment, "Mr. Guo, do you have anything to say about the US economy in the next ten years?"


    "I''m not a prophet, and I can''t see ten years that far. But I believe that the U.S. economy will continue to move forward, even with some setbacks. ... Mr. Vaughan, that''s all for today''s interview."


    Not finding anything exciting from Guo Shouyun''s answer, Jacques Vaughn''s eyes also showed disappointment. Still, he''s not a third-rate Hollywood journalist who tracks celebrity gossip. He often interviews elites in various industries. He is very clear that if he wants to get a real heavyweight interview, he respects the ** of the interviewee, and he knows how to stop.


    "Okay! Thank you very much Mr. Guo for accepting my interview! I will try my best to get the front page for today''s interview."


    "I don''t care if it''s the front page or not, I just need Time Magazine to edit the content based on my answer, instead of adding fuel to it!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun took off the collar microphone and handed it back.


    "Please rest assured Mr. Guo, as one of the most influential business weekly magazines in the world, the content we report must be true, effective and fair!"


    "That''s good! Wang Jue, send me Mr. Vaughan."


    Wang Jue nodded and walked over.


    "Mr Vaughan, please!"


    "Mr. Guo, goodbye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After shaking hands, Guo Shouyun watched him leave.


    The interview was just a small accident when he came to New York this time. What really matters is the merger of Phoenix and National City Bank, and the Unocal PE tender.


    The former has basically settled, and with his current energy, the Commerce Department and the Federal Reserve will not set up obstacles. The latter became the focus of his work during his final years in New York.


    "boss!"


    Looking at Rebecca Mark who came in through the door, Guo Shouyun got up from behind the desk and greeted him.


    "Come, sit down and talk!"


    "thanks!"


    Then the two sat down on the sofa in the reception area of ??Guo Shouyun''s study.


    After Wang Jue served tea, "Have the people brought by the company been arranged?"


    "The business suite of the Four Seasons Hotel has been arranged properly."


    "That''s good! ... Is the company information ready?"


    "It''s ready, 10 copies in total! If it''s not enough, I''ll ask them to make another copy."


    "No, it''s enough!"


    While speaking, Rebecca took out a stack of documents two centimeters thick from her briefcase and placed it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "This is the current operating information of all the company''s assets, including personnel, finance, and operations, as well as the combined monthly and quarterly statements of the two companies. It also comes with the company''s detailed development plan for the next five years."


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t finish reading such thick content for a while. However, if he only looked at the data that he was most concerned about right now, it would not take much time.


    "4.37 billion barrels of oil and gas reserves, a lot more than last time!"


    "Our acquisition of Continental and Chesapeake Energy 4 oil blocks in the Wolfcamp Basin, Texas increased our oil and gas reserves by 230 million barrels!"


    "It''s a pity that it''s still a lot worse than ConocoPhillips!"


    The top three American oil giants, Exxon Mobil, Chevron Texaco and ConocoPhillips, currently hold 24.8 billion barrels, 11 billion barrels and 7.63 billion barrels of oil and gas reserves respectively.


    In contrast, Unocal and Enron Pacific''s oil and gas business have only 4.37 billion barrels of oil and gas reserves, and this is the result of Unocal''s continued acquisition of oil blocks, otherwise the gap will be even greater.


    "Boss, we still have some refineries and distribution channels in hand, and we can also exchange some oil fields without increasing debt."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Except for oil exploration and exploration, all other businesses will be replaced by oil fields. I only need oil fields!"


    "Yes!"


    The next ten years will be a decade of wildly rising oil prices. In this decade, whoever holds more oil and gas reserves will be able to get the greatest return on profits.


    Therefore, Guo Shouyun sold Unocal''s petrochemical and distribution retail business and went all out to buy oil fields.


    Of course, a single business will inevitably magnify the risks of business operations. Rebecca Mark has also responded to Guo Shouyun several times. However, with the rising oil prices, Unocal''s net profit has been getting higher and higher because of the continuous purchase of oil fields, and her opposition has become weaker and weaker, and now she has almost completely converted to Guo Shouyun''s strategic plan.


    After reading a few data that he cared about, Guo Shouyun put the data aside.


    "Leave this information with me first. ... You are tired from the journey, so you can rest here today. The guest room has been prepared for you, and we will go to the Phoenix headquarters tomorrow morning."


    "Yes, boss!"

 Chapter 542： Majinu Oil Field

    ?Chapter 542 Majinu Oilfield


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    "Kenny!"


    Old Morgan stopped his son, "You don''t have to go to work today, I''ll go out with me later."


    The calm Kenny Morgan didn''t ask any more questions. After nodding, he sat quietly waiting for his father to finish breakfast, and then went out together.


    "Aren''t you curious where you''re going next?"


    "It should be the headquarters of Phoenix Corporation."


    "Looks like you already know!" Old Morgan said.


    "My father didn''t tell me much about the deal between Harvey and Bruce Guo. But he didn''t hide it deliberately."


    Old Morgan nodded.


    "Now that you know what happened, what do you think of Harvey''s decision?"


    After thinking for a moment, "I don''t know as much about the Internet as Bruce Guo, and what he said about the future of the Internet, as well as artificial intelligence, big data and cloud computing, may be the trend of future technology development. But is it really what he said, ten years later It can be achieved, no one can prove it. But the development of Google and Ruby is really exciting, and Harvey''s decision should be wise!"


    "Then do you think our family trust should be chasing more shares?"


    "I think we should wait a little longer!"


    "why?"


    "Although Google and Ruby are developing rapidly, the future of the Internet is still unclear. The shadow of the Nasdaq crisis has not disappeared, and it may be a wiser choice to settle."


    "You said before that Harvey''s decision was wise!" Old Morgan laughed.


    "Harvey pursues rapid financial growth. For this reason, he can take greater risks and is more flexible in his investment methods. He can pursue those industries with high risk and high return, and he only needs to be responsible for himself. But the Morgan Family Trust''s The primary goal is the stable appreciation of family wealth, and the second is risk. We need to invest in traditional industries that we understand, or technology companies that have proven their revenue. I am responsible to the entire family. With the scale of assets at our disposal, Even if it is only 8% growth per year, the return is far more than the 30% obtained by taking the risk, or even more!��


    Old Morgan nodded in satisfaction.


    "Kenny, you''ve become more mature!"


    "It''s all taught by my father! ... But didn''t Harvey say that Bruce Guo didn''t accept our application for a stake in Unocal?"


    "We had a chat last night and I promised to help him win the rights to the Majinu oil field in Iraq!"


    "Maginu Oil Field?" Kenny''s pupils shrank.


    "Bruce Guo does have a strategic vision. As soon as the war in Iraq stopped, he had already set his sights on the oil resources there. In addition to the listing of Unocal''s original stock tender, I am afraid it is more to devour more Iraq. Oil and gas resources to pave the way.��


    Kenny nodded knowingly, "The proven reserves of a Majinu oil field are as high as 12.6 billion barrels, the fourth largest oil field in Iraq, did he swallow it himself?"


    "That''s why he asked us to endorse it!" Old Morgan took out a document and handed it over. "Look, this is the institution and family that participated in the bidding of Unocal''s original shares today!"


    "Bush, Roosevelt, CapitaLand, Blackstone, Goldman Sachs, Merrill Lynch! ... None of them are weak!"


    "Not only that, he also made preparations with both hands!"


    "You mean the 5% stake in ConocoPhillips?"


    "If you can''t take it alone, you can cooperate! He is determined to participate in the fight for Iraqi oil, and he has to eat the fattest meat!" Old Morgan nodded and said.


    Looking at the document in his hand, Kenny smiled and said: "With so many powers in, the possibility of eating the Majinu Oilfield is very high. And he is also very smart, taking the Rumaila and Silguna oilfields with higher reserves. It''s a well-planned plan to leave the giants like ExxonMobil and BP out!"


    "If he''s not smart, how could he have created such a huge business in such a short period of time. ... Kenny, this time it''s up to you to represent our Morgan family to participate in Unocal''s PE round of financing."


    "Me? Then you...?"


    "I want something else."


    Seeing that his father didn''t say much, Kenny Morgan didn''t ask much. As the next head of the Morgan family, maintaining a certain respect and obedience with his father, who is still in power, is only good for his future. You know, his younger brothers are not good at all.


    In fact, old Morgan was quite satisfied with his eldest son''s strong and stable character and skill.


    "By the way, apart from participating in Unocal''s financing bidding this time, you should pay more attention to Bruce Guo!"


    "Father means to let me befriend this person?"


    "Not bad. There are not many people who can form such a huge consortium in such a short period of time. Throughout the thousands of years of business history in the world, there are not many people."


    A hint of surprise flashed across Kenny Morgan''s face. He didn''t expect his father to give him such a high rating!


    Kenny Morgan pondered for a moment after nodding, "Although Bruce Guo is outstanding, his identity is still an obstacle in the United States, and he may not reach the top in the future."


    "Race and color are indeed an obstacle, but even if it is not the top, with his connections and financial resources, it is also a must for the Morgan family to make friends! ... Also, race and color are an obstacle in the United States, but on the other side of the Pacific Ocean. That rising power has become an advantage that we don''t have."


    After a pause, old Morgan sighed slightly, with an indescribable look in his eyes, "Who can decide what will happen in the future!"


    Glancing at his father, Kenny Morgan also had a thoughtful look on his face.


    The car rolled forward, and with the silence of the father and son, the inside of the car became quiet.


    No. 4 Times Square, in the office of the chairman of the board of directors of Phoenix Bank, Guo Shouyun folded his hands on his chest, and looked down at the bustling Broadway through the floor-to-ceiling windows in front of him. Unfathomable and deep, it is elusive.


    After a long time, a knock on the door suddenly sounded, interrupting Guo Shouyun''s thoughts.


    "Come in!"


    "Boss, the guests are here!" Wang Jue pushed open the door and came in respectfully.


    "Where''s Rebecca?"


    "I''m entertaining guests with Mr. Bryan!"


    After nodding clearly, "Bring the documents, let''s go too!"


    "Yes!"


    After finishing packing, Guo Shouyun tidied up his suit before turning around and walking out the door.


    It is still the large conference room of Phoenix, but today it is not the executives of Phoenix Bank who are sitting here, but the consortiums and big families who are sitting behind and hold the financial power in the United States!


    "Brian, it looks like you''re doing a good job here!"


    "Although Phoenix is ??not as good as Goldman Sachs in the field of investment banking, it is indeed a good platform for me!" Stephen Bryan laughed.


    Blank Fein squinted his eyes, "If that''s the case, why do you insist on jumping to Phoenix? Do the positions of CEO of Phoenix and COO of Goldman Sachs have higher power and status? Or is it that Bruce Guo gave more of your equity?"


    "No, I just want to try more possibilities. After all, Goldman Sachs is only an investment bank. Phoenix is ??a commercial bank!"


    Just as Blank Finn was about to continue speaking, he was interrupted by the sudden sound of the door opening.


    "Everyone, let you wait."


    Seeing the main lord appear, everyone who had been drinking tea and chatting stood up.


    "We just arrived. ... Bruce, since you''re here, can we start?"


    Max Roosevelt spoke first.


    He is Guo Shouyun''s eldest brother, although the relationship between the two is not close, but in front of outsiders, he naturally wants to help his own people.


    The Roosevelt family has a prominent position in the United States. Although he is only the in-line heir to the Roosevelt family, it is difficult for others to say more because of his prominent family affairs. Even if Guo Shouyun poached Goldman Sachs, took away a large number of financial talents including Stephen Bryan, and made the two sides somewhat contradictory, Blank Fein, UU Reading just raised his eyebrows, He sat down with the crowd.


    "Everyone, today is the last round of financing meeting before Unocal goes public. As the chairman of Unocal''s board of directors, I am delighted that you will be able to participate in this financing, and today''s meeting will also be chaired by me."


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun waved his hand, Rebecca said, and then, with the staff next to him, distributed the pre-printed documents about Unocal''s detailed operating information, financial status and asset list.


    I thought the number of copies was small, so only representatives of various institutions and families got one. They are the heir to the Roosevelt family, Guo Shouyun''s eldest brother, Max Roosevelt; the heir to the Morgan family, Kenny Peabody Morgan; the third son of the Bush family, and the third brother of Bush Jr., Neil Mullen. Bush; John Fitzgerald Kennedy, Jr., son of Kennedy patriarch Edward Kennedy; Carlyle CEO David Rubinstein; Blackstone CEO Steve Schwarzman; Goldman Sachs director Bureau Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Blank Fein, and Merrill Lynch Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Stan O''Neill.


    Plus Stephen Bryan, representing Phoenix Bank, and Guo Shouyun and Rebecca Mark, representing Unocal Oil. The round table meeting of eleven people decided the future of Unocal.


    "Give you fifteen minutes to briefly look at the file and let''s get started!"


    After Guo Shouyun finished speaking, the sound of flipping documents rang out in the conference room. Fifteen minutes is not long, but for those who are familiar with financial statements and company operating data, it is enough for them to understand some key operating data about Unocal and draw a general conclusion.


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 Chapter 543： Unocal Financing Program

    Chapter 543 Unocal Financing Plan


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    "Fifteen minutes is over! You must have some understanding of Unocal''s operations..."


    "I have some questions?" interrupted Blank Finn.


    "Mr. Finn, please listen to me before I ask questions. There is plenty of time today, and we have plenty of opportunities to discuss our own problems."


    Blank Finn frowned slightly, but said nothing.


    "Now we, Unocal, have total assets of US$65.4 billion and liabilities of US$340 million. Among them, current liabilities are US$370 million, convertible bonds are US$5.72 billion, asset-backed bonds are US$630 million, and medium and long-term bank loans are US$3.32 billion. The financials are very healthy. Also, in the first quarter after the merger of Enron Pacific Oil and Unocal, we had quarterly revenue of $7.67 billion and a net profit of $340 million. Throughout 2003, we could achieve more than $30 billion in revenue and $3.46 billion in net income."


    ����In terms of business, Unocal is mainly engaged in oil exploration and development, and currently has 4.37 billion barrels of oil and gas reserves. It is the fourth largest oil and gas in the United States after Exxon Mobil, Chevron Texaco and ConocoPhillips. Company. We plan to acquire more oil and gas assets in the next three years, and increase investment in oil and gas exploration in Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and developing countries including Africa, and strive to make Unocal''s oil and gas by the end of 2006. Reserves exceeded 0 billion barrels."


    ����About Unocal��s valuation. Given the current situation of rising oil and gas resource prices, rising oil company revenues, and rising P/E ratios. Unocal should get a 6x P/E assessment and a market cap of $55.36 billion. Given Mobil, Chevron As far as the price-earnings ratio of oil companies is already close to multiple, my evaluation standard is not high, and it has already given you sufficient profit margins.��


    "... Regarding financing, I will give 25% of Unocal''s shares to you for your own distribution. In terms of listing and underwriting, Merrill Lynch and Goldman Sachs each have 30%, and Phoenix will bear 40%!"


    "Mr. Guo, I remember when we first talked about listing, we were the only underwriters Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch?" Blank Fein said.


    "Mr. Fein, there is a saying that ''plans are worse than changes.'' Phoenix now also has an investment banking business, so of course I have to take care of my company!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    At the beginning, he promised Goldman Sachs to be responsible for Unocal''s listing underwriting so that they would help him acquire Unocal. He chose to marry the Roosevelt family and actively ran. Whether Unocal could bypass Chevron''s obstruction and be successfully won by himself is a question.


    Based on this alone, if the two parties had not signed the contract, and he had said something in advance. Goldman Sachs was left out of this meeting long ago.


    "When the contract was signed, Mr. Guo didn''t say that."


    "The contract only stipulates the qualifications of Goldman Sachs as the underwriter of Unocal''s listing, but does not specify the specific proportion. If Mr. Fein is not satisfied, he can also break the contract. I promise not to charge liquidated damages!"


    With his current status and strength, there is no need to be afraid of a Goldman Sachs!


    What''s more, the current Goldman Sachs is not the world''s No. 1 investment bank after the subprime mortgage crisis. Now it can''t even compare to Merrill Lynch.


    After the confrontation between the two was seen by others, everyone didn''t say anything. It''s none of your business, of course it''s hanging high.


    Feeling the strange atmosphere in the room, it was not a simple matter for Blank Finn to become Goldman Sachs'' E. After a quick thought in my heart, I shrugged and smiled.


    "Mr. Guo is the chairman of Unocal''s board of directors. Of course, everything is up to you."


    No one''s going to mess with the money, and Unocal going public is obviously lucrative, if it''s because he screwed up. Goldman''s board doesn''t really turn a blind eye!


    "Thank you Mr. Fein for your understanding. In the end, this matter is my fault, so after the meeting for a while, I will definitely apologize to Mr. Fein!"


    "Mr. Guo is serious!"


    The hypocritical politeness of the two makes people feel sick! But this is the case in shopping malls. For the sake of their own face, everyone must wear a mask that suits them.


    "Any questions about what I just said?"


    "From this Unocal operating data, Mr. Guo changed Unocal''s strategy of diversifying operations, sold its petrochemical and retail distribution businesses, and all the proceeds were used to purchase oil and gas assets. Profitability is higher than other comprehensive oil companies. However, the single operation mode will undoubtedly push up Unocal''s operating risks. Once oil prices drop, Unocal''s losses will far exceed that of comprehensive oil companies such as Exxon Mobil and Chevron Texaco. Oil companies!" Kenny Morgan said.


    "Mr. Morgan''s analysis is true. But I think oil is entering a long period of growth right now. There''s not going to be a decline anytime soon."


    "Can you elaborate on the reason why Mr. Guo came to this conclusion?"


    "Of course! There are three reasons. First, because of the Iraq war, the second largest oil producer that had stably supplied the international oil market disappeared. It will take some time to rebuild the damaged oil equipment. Supply is in short supply, but OPEC has no plans to increase production. Third, the economy of the United States is recovering. The economies of emerging markets such as China, India, and Southeast Asia are also developing rapidly, especially China and India, which are oil importers. With the development of the domestic economy, the consumption of energy, especially oil, will only increase.��


    After a pause, "The supply has decreased, and the demand has increased. You are all business elites. The relationship between supply and demand and price, you can''t talk more than me!"


    "Mr. Guo''s analysis is indeed very reasonable. However, the current oil price of more than 40 US dollars per barrel has caused a lot of opposition in the country. If the oil price continues to rise, it will be even more unbearable for people with greater living pressures. For the sake of domestic Stability, Congress and the government will also force oil merchants and OPEC to increase production!" John Fitzgerald Kennedy Jr. suddenly said After looking at him, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly.


    "Everyone is smart people. Congress and the administration want oil prices to go up now more than anyone!"


    Stan O''Neal, David Rubinstein, and Steve Schwarzman all have a ray of brilliance in their eyes.


    The two wars in Afghanistan and Iraq cost nearly US$200 billion, which not only emptied the US treasury, but also judging from the current situation, the war investment will continue to be maintained.


    Where does the money to keep the war come from? If only from domestic tax, Bush Jr. don''t even think about re-election. So, the best way is to push up oil prices.


    Oil is tied to the U.S. dollar. The higher the oil price, the more U.S. dollar bills can be printed by the Federal Reserve to cut wool from countries including China, India, and Europe!


    So without the war, oil prices won''t really come down.


    Of course, having said that. But the quick victories in Afghanistan and Iraq have convinced the vast majority of Americans that the wars won''t drag on for too long.


    Even except Guo Shouyun, I am afraid no one believes that these two wars have not really ended after ten years.


    "Mr. Guo has also heard the peak oil theory? I wonder what you think about it?"


    Stan O''Neal suddenly said.


    The "peak oil" originates from the "bell-shaped curve" rule of mineral resources discovered by the famous American petroleum geologist Hubbert in 949. Hubbert believes that oil, as a non-renewable resource, will peak in oil production in any region; after peaking, oil production in that region will inevitably begin to decline. This is the heart of the peak oil theory.


    The peak oil theory is the mainstream theory promoted in the United States today, because it can raise oil prices too high and increase the world''s demand for dollars.

 Chapter 544： peak oil theory

    Chapter 544: Peak Oil Theory


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    "Peak oil does exist. However, it is difficult to determine when the peak will occur!"


    "Can Mr. Guo be more specific?"


    "It''s very simple. When people first discovered oil, they could only exploit those oil fields that were located on the surface and less than 000 meters underground. In terms of technology at that time, the oil reserves within this range were the peak. Wait until World War II. Later, with the advancement of oil extraction technology, oil resources at 2,000 meters, 3,000 meters, and even deeper underground have become new recoverable oil fields, so the peak value has changed again.��


    "Take this as an example, with the advancement of extraction technology, the peak oil is constantly being delayed! Specifically, as the Irish geologist Mr. Campbell said at the oil reserve seminar last year, the peak was reached in 200 years; or this year, Mr. Simmons The peak in 205 was said at the oil summit; I don''t know either. The future, leave it to God to consider. I just concluded that the oil will continue to appreciate in the future!"


    "It''s hard to believe that Mr. Guo, a person who judges that oil will appreciate in value, is actually skeptical of the peak oil theory!" said Stan O''Neill.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "You can''t just agree with something right or wrong just because it''s good for you. Rational thinking, thorough analysis, and accurate judgment are the keys to success!"


    In fact, 200 years later, with the beginning of the shale oil revolution in the United States, the peak oil theory has been self-defeating. If you agree now, won''t you slap yourself in the face a few years later?


    Anyway, the people sitting here now, with their status and their own intelligence channels, can basically conclude that oil prices will continue to rise. The reason for questioning is just to strive for better conditions. So he doesn''t have to expose his shortcomings.


    After Stan O''Neal, everyone''s questions came one after another, and Guo Shouyun, who was well prepared, responded to everyone''s questions with ease, and the debate didn''t really stop until noon.


    "Everyone, I''ll leave the afternoon for you to see and discuss the detailed operating information of Unocal in your hands..."


    "Mr. Guo, if you want to read such a thick document carefully, it cannot be completed without three or four days. If you add discussions, it will take at least a week. We can''t stay here all in one week. Therefore, We need to bring it back."


    "I''m sorry, Mr. Fein. Because this information involves Unocal''s commercial secrets, no one can take it away, but can only look at it here. ... Rest assured, we have prepared a room for you here. The next one Week, you can all work here! Of course, I will not restrict your freedom, just leave the information here."


    Seeing his resoluteness, everyone who did not want to miss the listing of the fourth largest oil company in the United States, although he was a little reluctant, he did not refuse.


    After the meeting was announced, everyone left in turn.


    Neil Mullen Bush, who deliberately stayed at the end, walked over to Guo Shouyun, took out a beautifully crafted invitation from his briefcase and handed it over.


    "Mr. Guo, the 3rd of next month is my father''s birthday. He personally told me to invite you to his birthday party! And send this invitation letter to you!"


    Guo Shouyun took a look and said, "I am very honored to receive Mr. Bush''s invitation. I will definitely attend!"


    "If that''s the case, then I''ll say goodbye first."


    "Mr. Mullen, walk slowly!"


    When his back was gone, Rebecca Mark said, "Boss, do you think they can agree to our terms?"


    "Stephen, what do you think?"


    Stephen Bryan smiled lightly, "Only a fool would refuse. ...Ms. Mark, I think what you should consider now is the use of $340 million!"


    Rebecca Mark frowned, she didn''t like the high-spirited tone of the other party! However, guarding Guo Shouyun, she didn''t say much.


    "Okay, let''s go eat too! It''s getting late, and there''s still work to do in the afternoon!"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but quarreled, so he said quickly.


    People who are proud in their bones really can''t work together. The meeting between Stephen Bryan and Rebecca Marks is not to say the point is to Maiman, but it is by no means a good one!


    A week is not a long time, even a short time. And things turned out exactly as Stephen Bryan said. In the context of rising oil prices, although Unocal has a single business, the risk is relatively high. But no one quit.


    25% of the shares, Morgan and Roosevelt each took 4.25%, Bush took 2%, Kennedy took .5%; Blackstone and Carlyle each took 4%; Merrill Lynch and Goldman Sachs each took .75%, Phoenix took to 2.5%. The three companies have also obtained the qualifications for Unocal''s listing and underwriting.


    With this financing, the shareholding of Unocal indirectly controlled by Guo Shouyun dropped to 6%! Another 7% belongs to the management and the remaining shareholders when Unocal was acquired!


    Of course, this shareholding is not static. When Unocal goes public next year, the shareholding in each company will fall. However, correspondingly, the remaining equity will become more valuable as the assets of Unocal increase.


    With the conclusion of Unocal PE''s financing and the merger of Phoenix and National City Bank, several goals of Guo Shouyun''s visit to New York this time have been completed, and it is time to leave.


    Next, he originally planned to go to Washington, visit George W. Bush and Karl Rove, and mention the distribution of Iraqi oil resources by the way. But now that I have promised to attend Bush Sr.''s birthday party, I don''t have to.


    "Rebecca!"


    "Boss, what are your orders?"


    "I''m going to Texas tomorrow. If you go back, you can come with me."


    "I would really like to be able to fly back to Texas on my boss''s private jet. But now I have to stay and talk to Merrill Lynch, Goldman Sachs, and Stephen Bryan about Unocal''s listing. I''m afraid I won''t be able to return for a while. went."


    "Alright! Do you remember the use of this financing?"


    "Of course! Brazil''s offshore oil field bids, Iraq''s Majinu oil field, and Felix Energy."


    "Iraq is not in a hurry. Taking Felix first, its $2.5 billion Gulf of Mexico oil and gas portfolio is a good addition to us."


    "clear!"


    "After the listing is over, the road show will be handed over to others, and you will go to Brazil to discuss it in person."


    "Are you still participating?"


    Taking into account the huge reserves of Brazil''s offshore oil fields, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    After finally explaining something to Rebecca, he hung up the phone.


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 Chapter 545： Bushs birthday party

    ?Chapter 545 Bush''s Birthday Banquet


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    Crawford Ranch is located near the town of Crawford in central Texas and covers an area of ??650 hectares. In 1999, Bush bought the ranch 160 kilometers from the Texas capital of Austin when he was governor of Texas. Since the ranch is far from the city, the environment is very empty and quiet.


    Bush returns to Crawford Ranch every year for vacation. During the vacation, the White House team moved with Bush from the capital Washington to the ranch office. So over the past few years, this little-known town has gradually gained the nickname of the "Western White House".


    Because Bush received good news here in the 2000 presidential election, Crawford Ranch is also regarded as his blessed land. And his wife Laura has repeatedly declared publicly that the White House is only their temporary home, and Crawford Farm is their permanent home.


    It is precisely because of the unique status of this farm in the Bush family that it has become the venue for the main activities of the Bush family. Things like Bush Sr''s birthday, Bush Jr''s daughter''s marriage, etc. are all here.


    Of course, in addition to family activities, during his two consecutive terms as president, he also received many visiting foreign heads of state, such as Russian President ***, British Prime Minister Tony Blair, Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Abdullah and so on.


    Guo Shouyun, who has more ties with the Bush family, is also no stranger to this ranch. But this is indeed his first time. In the past, he was not qualified, but the reality of receiving the invitation now shows that he already has a need for friendship in the eyes of the Bush family.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, rolled down the car window, and handed the invitation to the peripheral security personnel who came over.


    As the current residence of the President of the United States, the FBI, which has a high appearance rate in various film and television dramas, has long been surrounded by water, and anyone who enters here must undergo strict inspections.


    It wasn''t until he passed two inspections that he really saw the core of the farm.


    This is a two-storey American-style country house surrounded by green, covering an area of ??one acre. It''s not big, but in this beautiful place with green mountains and rivers, it looks unique!


    After parking the car, Guo Shouyun walked towards the door with the gift he had specially prepared.


    No one here specifically welcomes him, but that''s not surprising. Anyone who can come here has no status or status worse than him.


    After passing through the entrance door and entering the living room, there were about twenty people in the entire living room, including members of the Bush family.


    Guo Shouyun took a quick glance and found that there were many acquaintances among them!


    For example, old Morgan, Carlyle Group CEO David Rubinstein, Morgan Stanley Chairman and CEO Walker Fairbank.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun also knew him, but it was the first time they met. For example, former President Bill Clinton, Exxon Mobil Chairman Lee Raymond, and Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greensfan.


    Others, he didn''t know. But everyone who can stand here is a hero, and stomping their feet can cause shocks in the industry and make international news headlines!


    When Guo Shouyun quickly looked at the situation in the living room, the people inside also noticed him.


    "Bruce, here!"


    Among the crowd, Karl Rove, who was closest to Guo Shouyun, was the first to wave to him.


    After smiling and nodding, Guo Shouyun walked over under everyone''s scrutiny.


    "Mr President!"


    Bush responded to his greetings with a smile, "Thank you, Mr. Guo, for coming to my father''s birthday party in person!"


    "It is also my honor to receive the invitation!"


    After a polite and polite sentence, Guo Shouyun turned his eyes to Bush, who had just stood up with a cane, took a half step forward, picked up the gift in his hand, and said in a respectful tone: "Mr. Bush, this is a copy I wrote myself. Congratulations on your birthday, wish you a happy birthday and a long life!"


    Looking at the gift box in Guo Shouyun''s hand, Bush Sr said with great interest, "Congratulations on birthday? Is it Huaxia''s calligraphy?"


    "Yes!"


    "Can I open it now?"


    Bush served as the director of the US Liaison Office in Beijing in 1974, and made a certain contribution to the normalization of Sino-US relations. In the market, the Bush menu, including Beijing roast duck and salt-baked prawns, is even more famous. Therefore, he, who has a certain understanding of Chinese culture, is a little curious about Guo Shouyun''s gift.


    "certainly!"


    After opening the carton, with the help of Guo Shouyun and Bush Jr., after unfolding the scroll, a Chinese calligraphy in running script is impressive.


    "Although I don''t know much about Chinese characters. But the beauty revealed in this calligraphy is very attractive. Thank you Mr. Guo!"


    "As long as you are satisfied!"


    After presenting the gift, expressing his greetings, and briefly chatting with Bush Sr., Guo Shouyun consciously stepped aside.


    Today is the birthday party. The most conspicuous position around Bush is undoubtedly reserved for his family and people with more prominent status, such as Morgan Sr., Clinton, Greenspan, Karl Rove and so on. Although his status is extraordinary, he appears ordinary here. Coupled with the fact that he is young, the core position is not yet his turn. But it doesn''t matter. The purpose of Guo Shouyun''s visit this time is not to make him stand out, but to draw closer the relationship between himself and the Bush family, and by the way, make early plans for Iraq''s rich oil resources.


    "Bruce!"


    "David!"


    After several cooperations, the relationship between David Rubinstein and Guo Shouyun has become much closer.


    "If I had known you were coming, we should have come together from New York."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, "That said, but who would publicize such a highly private banquet everywhere!"


    "Bruce, now that Unocal has raised nearly $14 billion, how are you going to use this money?" David Rubinstein nodded.


    "David, with your wisdom, you should have guessed how I would use it!"


    "oilfield?"


    "Of course! Since I judge that oil prices will continue to rise, I will naturally continue to invest in oil and gas resources!"


    After Rubinstein smiled, "If you don''t mind, I have a good target to recommend to you."


    "Target? You mean acquisition?"


    "good!"


    As a shareholder of Unocal, CapitaLand will help Unocal grow as much as possible in order to continuously increase its investment. This echoes their interests. Again, this is one of the benefits of raising capital and going public.


    "which company?"


    "Burlington Resources!"


    After thinking for a while, Guo Shouyun said, "If I remember correctly, it should be an unconventional oil company?"


    The so-called unconventional oil companies refer to those oil companies that mainly develop heavy oil, oil sands and shale oil. Because this kind of oil has heavy specific gravity and many impurities, and the refining cost is high, it is very sensitive to price. At present, except for some small and medium-sized oil companies, large companies basically look down on this market.


    "David, although unconventional oil companies are easy to acquire and their prices are low, their profits are also not high. When there are better options, I don''t need to choose such companies!"


    Unconventional oil is the future, but it''s too early to deploy. According to Guo Shouyun''s original plan, 2008 was a more suitable time. It coincided with the subprime mortgage crisis, and it was on the eve of the shale oil revolution.


    "Bruce, although unconventional oil doesn''t seem to be very profitable right now. But as the price of oil continues to rise, this situation is slowly changing. If you start now, the price is not high and the price is small. Also, you don''t always emphasize Will oil prices go up?"


    "I do think oil prices will continue to rise. But now unconventional oil companies are not our target." After a pause, Guo Shouyun stretched out his hand and pointed to the side, "Look!"


    "what?"


    "Of course it''s people! The CEOs of ExxonMobil, ChevronTexaco, BP, Shell are here today, and you think they''re just here for Mr. Bush''s birthday party?"


    "You mean ''Iraq oil''?!" David Rubinstein is also smart.


    "Of course! Although the Iraq war is not over yet, it does not prevent the division of the cake."


    "Which oil field are you interested in?" Rubinstein asked.


    "Maginu!"


    "Maginu?!"


    Looking at his surprised look, "Why, do you think it''s impossible?"


    After calming down for a while, "Of course not, but are you sure?"


    "Not before, now Unocal''s shareholder list includes not only your Carlyle Group, but also prominent families including Bush and Morgan. With their support, I can''t say that I can surpass Exxon Mobil and Shell for their energy and connections. , but at least it keeps us on a level."


    David Rubinstein pondered for a moment, "Nevertheless, if you want to annex the Majinu Oil Field yourself, I''m afraid it will not be so easy."


    "Try it first and then, if it doesn''t work, I''ll join ConocoPhillips! Together, we have the Rumaila and Silguna oil fields with larger reserves for ExxonMobil and British Petroleum. There is a lot to choose from if you think about it!��


    After nodding clearly, David Rubinstein pondered for a moment, "Actually, you can try the East Baghdad Oilfield, although its reserves are not as big as Rumaila, Silguna and Majinu~www.novelhall .com~ But there are also 8 billion barrels of proven reserves, and Unocal has a high possibility to get it by itself.��


    Although the East Baghdad oil field is large, it is a collection of several small and medium oil fields, and the investment cost is much higher than that of large oil fields such as Rumaila and Silguna, so although the proven reserves of 8 billion barrels are very attractive, there are Possibly taken down by the Unocal family.


    However, the reason why Guo Shouyun was obsessed with the Majinu oilfield, rather than others, was because before he crossed the road, with the advancement of oil exploration technology, a new step in the scale of the Majinu oilfield was discovered. Directly doubled from the current scale of 12.6 billion barrels to an astonishing 23-25 ??billion barrels! And they are all high-quality oil with low extraction cost and high light hydrocarbons. According to the oil production rate of 40-50% of the Middle East oilfield, even if it wins half of the rights and interests of the Majinu oilfield, Unocal''s oil and gas reserves can be directly doubled. times.


    Moreover, it produces benefits several times that of unconventional oil. How could Guo Shouyun refuse such a temptation! Of course, such a thing is not an outsider!


    "East Baghdad is good, but I''d rather try the Majinu Oilfield!" Guo Shouyun said.


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 Chapter 546： Middle East Grand Strategy

    ?Chapter 546 Middle East Grand Strategy


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    "It''s a pity that the Kirkuk oil field with larger reserves is located in northern Iraq and is controlled by Kurdish armed forces, otherwise it will be easier for you to take down Majinu!" David Rubinstein sighed.


    Iraq''s oil resources are divided into two parts, the southern and northern parts. The five major oil fields in the south are Rumaila, Silguna, Majinu, East Baghdad and Zubair. The reserves are 17.8 billion barrels, 13 billion barrels, 12.6 billion barrels, 8 billion barrels and 4.5 billion barrels, of which Rumaila is the fifth largest oil field in the world. Northern Iraq has relatively few oil resources, accounting for about 20% of the proven reserves. The largest oil field is the Kirkuk oil field, which is second only to Rumaila with a total reserves of 24.4 tons and is the sixth largest oil field in the world.


    After listening to Rubinstein''s words, Guo Shouyun nodded slightly and did not speak.


    Putting Kurdish forces in control of the Kirkuk oil field is part of America''s grand strategy in the Middle East. The purpose is to use oil as a fund to support the establishment of the Kurdish state.


    The core strategy of the United States in the Middle East is to protect Israel, divide the Arab world, and control the oil in the Middle East, thereby maintaining the economic hegemony of the "Petrodollar".


    Today, Israel in the Middle East is weak. Although the Arab world no longer has the unity and strength of the four Middle East wars, new hostile groups have begun to form. This group is the anti-American anti-Israel group composed of Iran, Turkey, Iraq and Syria.


    Iran and Israel are old enemies, and they are clamoring for each other to wipe each other off the map. Although there is no Sa-Da-M in Iraq, the pro-Iranian Ye faction clearly has an advantage and is also in the Iranian camp. Since Turkey''s new foreign minister took office last year, it has publicly declared that it wants to restore the glory of the Ottoman Turkish Empire and promote its politics and culture to the surrounding countries.


    Not to mention the Syrian government, it has participated in four Middle East wars, and now the territory of the Golan Heights is still occupied by Israel, and the two sides have a big hatred. An anti-US and anti-Israel crescent force has formed, which greatly threatens Israel and the US''s grand strategy in the Middle East.


    From the perspective of Kurdish armed forces, Turkey, Syria, Iraq, and Iran all have Kurds, and the Kurds have a strong desire to establish an independent state. The founding of the Kurds will inevitably lead to violent conflicts with the four countries of Iraq and Turkey, and the Kurdish national founding movement will inevitably lead to wars and disrupt the normal development of the four countries.


    Israel has Kurds to share the pressure of the four countries for him, and the security situation will be greatly improved. Once the Kurds succeed in establishing their country, in order to resist external pressure, they will turn to the United States in an all-round way. At this time, the United States has the strategic fulcrum composed of Saudi Arabia, Israel, and the Kurds, and has the capital to confront the Russian-backed Group of Four.


    Moreover, 30 million Kurds are enough to provide a deep human foundation for the establishment of the Kurdish state.


    Of course, the U.S. Kurdish strategy has only just begun. In order to avoid greater resistance due to the "dividing Iraq", it is far less naked than it will be in the future. However, it can be seen from the US military''s intention to let Dehuk and Erbil go, that this strategy has already begun to work.


    When thinking of Kirkuk, Guo Shouyun thinks of BP, which is British Petroleum. It was responsible for the operation of this oil field later.


    I have to admit that the old gentleman in England has fallen. But the colonization of the Middle East for nearly a hundred years has laid a solid foundation. It was able to transport Kirkuk oil through ports in Syria and Turkey. It can be seen that BP has a network of contacts here. In contrast, Unocal is not even a star. Even if Guo Shouyun is determined, he will not be able to achieve the level of British Petroleum in a short time.


    And instead of spending so much effort here, for Kirkuk''s 200,000 barrels per day, and under the threat of war, there is a possibility of lowering the oil at any time, it is better to use your foreknowledge to make money from the capital market, Buy mature oil fields directly in the US, Canada, Gulf of Mexico and more. While the capital cost is higher, the political cost is correspondingly lower.


    "Mr. Guo, Mr. Guo? What are you thinking, so fascinated!"


    "It''s nothing, it''s just a personal matter. Anything?"


    "Let''s go, it''s time to cut the cake. It''s hard to come here, why don''t you want to eat a piece!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and walked to the front with David Rubinstein. Everyone shared the cake, drank and chatted, and at about a quarter past nine in the evening, they each said their goodbyes, and Guo Shouyun was no exception.


    The closest to Crawford Farm is Crawford Town, which has a population of no more than 1,000 households. Naturally, none of these giants who participated in today''s birthday dinner would choose to live in a town with poor conditions. Instead, they returned to Austin, the capital of Texas, 160 kilometers away by helicopter or their respective luxury cars.


    Because of Karl Rove''s parting explanation, Guo Shouyun did not leave immediately after returning to Austin. But after waiting for three days, I met President Bush who was going to return to Washington from here.


    "Mr President!"


    "I''m very grateful to Mr. Guo for coming to my father''s birthday party in person. In addition, he asked me to tell you that he liked the birthday gift you gave."


    "It is also my honor to be liked by Mr. Bush!"


    After a few simple courtesies, the two released their right hands in unison.


    "Please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    "Carl said that Mr. Guo likes tea, so I had some specially prepared!"


    Karl Rove, who was mentioned, just smiled and sat beside him without making a sound.


    "Mr. President has a heart!"


    The two gestured to each other and took a sip from their cups. "I heard that Neil talked about Unocal''s financing. Congratulations to Mr. Guo. With the support of huge funds, Unocal''s development will definitely go a step further."


    "Thank you. Speaking of which, it would be thanks to Mr. Neal''s support, otherwise things wouldn''t have gone so well."


    After Bush Jr. smiled, the conversation changed, "I wonder what Mr. Guo thinks about the current US economy?"


    "The tax cut policy implemented by Mr. President after taking office, as well as macro-control and micro-autonomous loose monetary policy, have provided a strong boost to the development of the US economy. From 2001 to the present, the average annual GDP growth rate of the US is 3.5%, and the unemployment rate is 4.9%. %, and a huge surplus in government revenue. This reverses the slump in the U.S. stock market, high unemployment, high trade deficit, and sluggish investment at the end of President Clinton��s presidency.��


    "...Moreover, the two wars in Iraq and Afghanistan stabilized the concerns of the people after 9/11, which has effectively enhanced the status of the United States in the world. These series of achievements are closely related to Mr. President''s efforts. I think , if Mr. President wants to be re-elected, many people, including me, will support it!"


    Guo Shouyun''s last sentence emphasized that he clearly expressed his attitude and made the smile on Bush Jr.''s face even wider.


    In fact, what he wanted most was Guo Shouyun''s words. Because his attitude represents the attitude of almost half of Silicon Valley. Being able to get the support of Guo Shouyun will be of great help to his re-election.


    "It is my honor to receive such a commendation from Mr. Guo!"


    "This is what Mr. President deserves. And I think anyone who knows the current situation in the United States will hold the same view." Guo Shouyun hypocritically even despised himself. But there is no way, if you want to get what you want, sometimes you have to say something against your heart!


    If it is not without desires, who can truly be themselves without worries!


    Bush smiled and nodded, "Listen to Carl, Mr. Guo is very interested in Iraq''s oil resources!"


    When he finally heard what he cared about most, Guo Shouyun cheered up, "Unocal is now the fourth largest oil company in the United States, and of course is interested in Iraqi oil resources with rich oil and gas reserves!"


    "Listen to the tone, Mr. Guo already has a goal?"


    "Mr. President is very intelligent. Yes, we are currently studying the information of the Majinu oil field!"


    "Maginu?"


    Bush frowned slightly. Before he himself ran for president, he founded the Bush Energy Company. Although it closed down due to poor management, he has been in this business for many years, and he has little experience with the international energy market, especially the world''s second largest oil-producing country. bit understand. What''s more, this time the fight against Iraq is for oil, so I know more.


    "Mr. President, the four major oil fields in Iraq, Rumaila, Kirkuk, Sirgun, Majinu. The British are coveting Kirkuk, Exxon Mobil wants Rumaila, Chevronde Skoo intends to take Silguna, and it is not too much for us Unocal to share Majinu!"


    He doesn''t care whether BP has contacted Kirkuk or not.


    "How did Mr. Guo get this information?"


    "Hehe, although I am not as busy as Mr. President, I have never let go of my attention to the oil industry, especially my peers like Exxon Mobil, who are the focus of attention. This news is naturally well-informed. Some."


    Bush smiled and nodded.


    "Mr. Guo seems to have forgotten Shell, Dorda and ConocoPhillips!"


    "It was the American army who took down Iraq, and our American companies and people also contributed to the military spending. Naturally, our own people should share the biggest part of the profits. Giving Kirkuk, the sixth largest oil field in the world, to the British has already shown us. sincerity. As for Shell and Dolda, as well as oil companies in other countries, why should we care? If they insist on joining in, give them a part of the oil fields of Halfaya and Nasiriyah. As for ConocoPhillips , I think they will be more interested in the East Baghdad oil field!"


    "It seems that Mr. Guo has calculated everything!"


    "I am the chairman of Unocal, and naturally I have to think about the benefits of Unocal shareholders!"


    Guo Shouyun deliberately emphasized the word "shareholder" to remind the other party that Unocal is now in the same boat as the Bush family. We all share common interests and weal and woe!

 Chapter 547： Jobs pancreatic cancer

    ?Chapter 547: Jobs'' Pancreatic Cancer


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    "By the way, the last round of financing before Google''s listing has already been announced. I sincerely invite Mr. Neil Mullen Bush to participate again on behalf of the Bush Family Trust and extend our good cooperation in Unocal financing to Google. company!"


    Guo Shouyun''s overweight made Bush Jr.''s heart moved! Even if he is re-elected, he will only be president for eight years. If you don''t mention your family to seek more benefits when you take office, then when you retire, wouldn''t the cucumber dishes be cold? !


    "I understand Mr. Guo''s plan." After a pause, "However, the current situation in Iraq is still unstable, the interim government has not been formed, and the domestic situation is not completely clear. There is no unified opinion on how to deal with domestic oil resources. So, Mr. Guo still needs to be calm and wait for a while!"


    "No problem. I believe that Iraq will become a democratic and free country again under the leadership of the United States and Mr. President!"


    "I hope so too! ... As for the Google financing, I will inform Neil and ask him to contact Mr. Guo."


    "Then I''ll wait for the good news!"


    Bush smiled and nodded and stood up.


    "I''m going back to the White House immediately, so I won''t entertain Mr. Guo!"


    After holding the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, Guo Shouyun also got up and said with a smile: "National affairs are the most important thing. I believe there will be many opportunities to chat with Mr. President in the future."


    "See you!"


    "goodbye!"


    "Carl, send Mr. Guo for me!"


    After Karl Rove nodded, he walked out of the hotel where Bush was temporarily staying with Guo Shouyun.


    "Karl, you heard the conversation just now. How much do you think I have of winning the Majinu Oilfield?"


    "Judging from the President''s response, it''s not a big problem with him. But the multinational oil giants like ExxonMobil, BP, Shell, and Delta have more energy than you think, especially in Congress. So, You can''t take it lightly just yet."


    "I know, and I''ve never despised them. However, the current situation is already the best I can do. If it still doesn''t work, then it''s just resignation!"


    "Give up? That doesn''t sound like something that could come out of your mouth!"


    "The strength is not as good as others, what can I do! However, even if this time is unsuccessful, I will lead Unocal to slowly surpass them in the future!"


    Karl Rove smiled and patted him on the shoulder, "This is you I know! ... Well, on the side of the president and the government, I will try my best to fight for you. But on the side of Congress, you have to think more Method."


    "Rest assured, I will actively lobby. Moreover, Unocal is not just my own company now. Morgan, Roosevelt, Carlyle Group, Blackstone, and others will help me if they don''t want assets to depreciate!"


    "...How are the two little guys, George and Elizabeth?"


    "Hmm!...Wendy is going to find a tutor for them."


    "Is it early...?"


    "Look for a while, and wait until they are three years old to officially start classes!"


    "When I''m on vacation, I''ll go see them!"


    "Take Anne with me. The two kids love pasta she makes."


    "Oh Well!"��


    As the voices got farther and farther, the backs of the two also disappeared at the corner of the hotel stairs.


    Guo Shouyun, who ended his meeting with Bush, was also preparing to return to San Francisco from Austin. But before he could pack up, the phone rang.


    "Laurenna, what''s the matter...?"


    Before Guo Shouyun finished speaking, he was interrupted by the other party, "Bruce, are you in San Francisco?"


    "I''m in Austin and I''m going back now. What''s your business? Take it slow."


    "Steve went to the hospital for a checkup last month. The doctor found a shadow on his pancreas. Later, after an endoscopy, it was found to be pancreatic cancer...!"


    "what?"


    Guo Shouyun''s heart ''squeaked''. He also counted on the gang leader Qiao to work for him all his life. Why did he suddenly have pancreatic cancer? Could it be that he reminded Jobs to go to the hospital for examination every month, but he still could not escape his fate in the end?


    "Is it diagnosed? Benign or malignant? Has the cancer spread? What did the doctor say?"


    Anxious, Guo Shouyun directly threw a series of questions.


    "It has been diagnosed! The doctors at the Mary Hospital extracted Bruce''s tumor cells. It is a rare type. It grows slowly and has not spread yet. In addition, it was discovered early, and it can be cured as long as the surgery is performed in time!"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but let out a long sigh, but luckily it was all in time.


    "Then what are you waiting for, hurry up and do the surgery!"


    "But Steve refused to undergo surgery, he didn''t want the doctor to cut his body open, and thought that taking some anti-cancer drugs would cure it...!"


    "Nonsense!" Guo Shouyun interrupted her angrily, "Cancer can be cured if you take medicine, is it still the most incurable disease in the world?"


    "We all know this kind of truth, but you understand Steve''s temper, and what he believes is difficult for others to change."


    Guo Shouyun, who knew Jobs'' temper, took a few deep breaths and calmed down, "I see. Laurenna, find out Steve''s case. I''ll go to Cupertino right away."


    "Okay. Bruce, you must persuade him well!"


    "Do not worry!"


    Hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun didn''t want to stay any longer. Apple was nowhere near where he wanted it to be, and Jobs couldn''t be happier.


    "Matthew, Wang Jue, let''s go now!"


    The Kunpeng landed at San Francisco International Airport with Guo Shouyun in a hurry. After getting off the bus, he did not care about going home, and rushed directly to Cupertino, Jobs'' home.


    After he rang the doorbell, he was greeted by Laurenna Powell Jobs.


    "Where''s Steve?"


    "He went to work at the company!"


    With Guo Shouyun''s understanding of Jobs, this is something he can do. In Jobs'' mind, Apple is more important than anything, including his life! And now is a critical period for the development of a new generation of iPod and iPhone.


    "What about Steve''s case?"


    "At this!"


    After taking it over and opening it, he simply flipped through it, and Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Why such a big smell of carrots?"


    Laurenna complained: "Steve didn''t know where to get the remedies, thinking that drinking carrot juice would drive away cancer. Plus, he''s still looking for psychic mediums, or even more exaggerated things!"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned. It was hard to imagine that a business elite who received higher education and led the creation of Apple, a Silicon Valley technology benchmark, and let Pixar reshape the animation industry, would believe such a stupid thing. But imagine Jobs'' paranoid personality, and his proud nature, and it all makes sense.


    "This guy is really unreasonable...!"


    After shaking his head, "I''ll go to the company to find him."


    Guo Shouyun went out with the case and quickly drove to Apple''s headquarters.


    The distance between Jobs'' home and Apple''s headquarters is very close, so it didn''t take long to reach the Apple campus.


    Although at the time of the acquisition of Apple he promised not to interfere in Apple''s business. But that doesn''t mean he really leaves everything behind. In the past four years, he has come to Apple headquarters no less than a hundred times. Therefore, the employees here basically know him.


    "boss!"


    "boss!"


    In the face of everyone''s greetings, Guo Shouyun, who was anxious and annoyed in his heart, did not look like the spring breeze in the past.


    Seeing his back hurriedly disappearing behind the elevator, the front desk of the company was a little confused.


    "What''s wrong with the big boss? Are you in such a hurry?"


    "Isn''t there something wrong with the company''s operations?"


    "Impossible. The day before yesterday, The New York Times also reported that we had just opened a store in New York. There was a queue to buy iPods. The company''s stock price rose by $8. How could it be an operational problem."


    "Maybe it''s something else, we don''t understand the world of big men!"

 Chapter 548： roar joe

    ?Chapter 548 Roaring Joe


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    "Bruce?"


    "Bill, where is Steve?"


    "Should be with Scott! They''ve been discussing software design for the next iPod these days. ... Bruce, what happened?"


    Bill Oppenheimer, Chief Financial Officer of Apple. It was the first time I saw Guo Shouyun who was so anxious, and instinctively felt that something had happened.


    He didn''t even tell Jobs about pancreatic cancer, obviously he didn''t intend to let more people know. Therefore, Guo Shouyun did not explain.


    "I''ll tell you later, I''ll go to Steve first!"


    Looking at the back of him leaving in a hurry, Bill Oppenheimer''s eyes flashed and he followed.


    Scott Forstall, director of Apple''s software department, most of Apple''s software design and production, including Apple''s OS graphics operating system, iTunes music store, comes from him, and is recognized as a software design genius within the company. Together with Jonathan Ivey, head of the design department, and Jonathan Rubinstein, head of the hardware department, they form the core of Apple''s product development and are called "three heroes"! If you add Tim Cook, who is in charge of product sales, the four constitute the core layer of Apple that Jobs relies on most, and he is his right-hand man.


    However, when Guo Shouyun came to Scott''s office, no one was found.


    "Where are Steve and Scott?"


    "In Project A!" Scott''s assistant replied.


    The so-called A project is the iPhone project that is still under development. In order to avoid the appearance of the last century, Microsoft obtained the graphical interface technology from Apple and became the overlord of the computer operating system again. Since his return to Apple, Jobs has tightened security levels in various departments. Especially the iPhone, which is in the research and development state, is even more important.


    Inside Apple, Project A has an independent office area, and no one is allowed to enter except for project team members and a few senior Apple executives. High-level executives like Guo Shouyun also need access cards to enter. And he came in a hurry, and did not keep his access card on him.


    Just as Guo Shouyun was about to knock on the door, Bill Oppenheimer, who had been following behind, hurried over.


    "Bruce, I have an access card here!"


    With that said, Bill Oppenheimer put the card hanging on his chest onto the sensor. The closed door opened slowly.


    "Thanks, Bill!"


    Bill Oppenheimer smiled and followed Guo Shouyun''s footsteps into the office area inside. Soon, in the R&D area on the second floor, Guo Shouyun found Steve Jobs, who was wearing a black T-shirt and blue jeans, chatting with a middle-aged man with eyes and a serious expression.


    "Bruce?"


    Hearing the footsteps, Jobs also noticed Guo Shouyun who was striding forward.


    "...You came just in time, look at the IOS system we developed, its performance is more advanced than the Motorola Linux system!"


    Looking at the excited Jobs, in normal times, Guo Shouyun would definitely be willing to study the IOX system with him, and then share the joy. But now he''s not in the mood at all!


    "Steve, we need to chat!"


    Looking at the serious expression of his old friend, Steve Jobs frowned after being stunned for a moment.


    "Bruce, you saw me at work now. Also, the company''s mobile phone project is in a critical period!"


    "Steve, it''s only a few minutes, it won''t delay your work."


    Seeing his uncompromising look, Steve Jobs nodded.


    "Let''s find a quiet place!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun went out and found an empty conference room. After letting Matthew stand outside the door and no one can approach, "Steve, why didn''t you tell me about your illness? Do you still take me as a friend?"


    Looking at the angry Guo Shouyun, Jobs, who had expected it, shrugged, "Bruce, the doctor said it was just a small problem, and I think I can handle it!"


    "Let pi! Is pancreatic cancer also a small problem? Do you know that this **** cancer can kill you? What if you die? What will happen to the company? What will Lawrence and Reed do? Are you just thinking about yourself? ?"


    Jobs, who was the only one who was used to it, was taught by someone pointing his nose for the first time, and he was still stunned at first. But after reacting, the stubbornness in his bones once again prevailed.


    "I said, I can handle it. Also, now that the development of the iPhone is at a critical stage, I can''t leave the company!"


    "In the name of the chairman of the company''s board of directors, I order you to take vacations for medical treatment!"


    "It was very clear in the contract we signed that you have no right to intervene in the management of the company!"


    "I only take care of you personally, not the company!"


    "My personal affairs are my personal freedom, and you have no right to control it!"��


    The two met like a cockfight, and neither could convince the other, so in the end, the anger on both sides became more and more intense. The quarrel could not be blocked by the soundproof glass of the conference room.


    For the first time, Apple employees were horrified to see the company''s two giants hyped up like this.


    "What''s the matter with them?" Scott Foster said.


    "I do not know either."


    Bill Oppenheimer shook his head.


    "Should we go in and persuade?"


    "Do you think I don''t want to? But look at the bodyguards blocking the door, we can''t get in at all!"


    He was more curious than anyone about the reason why the two were so angry, but Guo Shouyun didn''t give him a chance.


    "I''ll try it!"


    After hesitating for a moment, Scott stepped towards the conference room. But before he could get close, he was stopped by Matthew.


    "You heard the quarrel inside, I''ll go in and persuade!"


    "I''m sorry, Mr. Foster, the boss has explained that no one is allowed to approach this conference room without his instructions."


    "This is Apple, and I''m Apple''s senior vice president and head of software!" Scott exclaimed.


    "The boss is the chairman of Apple''s board of directors, and I think you should follow his orders!"


    "you��!"


    "Squeak!" The rubbing of the door interrupted Scott''s next words.


    "Steve, think about my words again!"


    "Bruce...!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun with an ugly face, Scott was about to say hello, but after nodding his head, he strode away.


    Watching his fast-moving back, Scott turned and walked into the conference room. Steve Jobs, who had imagined Apple''s brilliant vision after the launch of the iPhone in the future and subverting the global mobile phone market because of the smooth development of the IOX mobile phone operating system, was sitting in a chair with his head sullen at this time, and his expression looked incomparable. lost.


    "Steve...?"


    "Scott, I want to be alone for a while!"


    It was the first time he had seen Jobs so lost and helpless since he had known him. Even when Next''s computer business failed and had to spin off its hardware division, Jobs remained confident about the future. But now, there is almost no fighting spirit and anger in him!


    "Steve, we are not only colleagues, but also friends, we can negotiate and solve anything!"


    "Thank you, Scott. I want to be quiet for a while!"


    Hearing this, Scott hesitated for a moment, nodded, walked out of the conference room, and stopped Bill Oppenheimer who was going to enter it.


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    Guo Shouyun, who walked out of Apple, was still angry. The reason why he was angry was not only because he was worried about the huge uncertainty in the future of Apple without Jobs, but also because of the concern of his friends.


    Having been with Jobs for many years, this man has a rough temper and a stubborn personality, and even a little arrogant. But as long as you get his approval, you can become a true friend. Therefore, the relationship between the two is one of Guo Shouyun''s few close friends, apart from his own family and the Lincoln family who grew up together.


    "Boss, shall we go home?"


    Matthew asked carefully.


    "No, go to Stanford University Medical Center!"


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    Matthew didn''t dare to ask any more questions, and came to the Stanford University Medical Center as instructed. Throughout the United States, it is one of the authorities on the research and treatment of tumor cells. The Stanford Charitable Foundation under Guo Shouyun is the most influential among its many donor organizations and individuals.


    Just thinking of such a relationship, Guo Shouyun soon met Charles Howard, director of the Stanford University Medical Center.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    "Hello, Mr. Howard!"


    After a brief handshake, the two sat down.


    "Mr. Howard, I hope you can keep the next thing a secret!"


    After being stunned for a moment, Charles Howard quickly reacted. It''s normal for big people to have a lot of things they don''t want the public to know about.


    "Mr. Guo, please rest assured! We will keep the patient''s privacy strictly confidential!"


    Seeing his expression Guo Shouyun knew that he had misunderstood. However, he did not explain, and directly took out Jobs'' medical records and handed them over to the other party.


    "This is the medical record of a friend of mine. Now he has pancreatic cancer, which is at an early stage. I hope you can organize the best oncologists to discuss a surgical plan as soon as possible, and then tell me!"


    "Pancreatic cancer?"


    "Yes!"


    Charles Howard frowned slightly. After he took over the information and read it in detail, he realized that the patient was not the one he thought he was in front of. However, Jobs is a well-known figure in Silicon Valley, and he is no stranger to it, but he understands why Guo Shouyun asked for secrecy.


    Apple''s soul figure like Steve Jobs, once the news of his cancer spread, Apple''s stock price is bound to fall. This is what Guo Shouyun does not want to see. It''s not that he is distressed about money, but that he is unwilling to let those greedy financial institutions take the opportunity to manipulate Apple''s stock price for profit.


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 Chapter 549： Human rights violations?

    ?Chapter Five Hundred and Forty Nine Human Rights Violations?


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    "Mr. Guo, to be on the safe side, it''s best to let Mr. Jobs do a comprehensive inspection here!"


    "What? Isn''t this case detailed enough?"


    "No! I just want to minimize the risks in the operation! You know, even if it is a sure operation, there is still the possibility of an accident. Not to mention tumor surgery!"


    "I know. But my friend is very resistant to surgery, so he may not be very cooperative. Therefore, I have discussed with his family to take coercive measures against him, and there may be accidents in the middle. The whole treatment process should be as much as possible. Shortened, a comprehensive physical examination is somewhat inconvenient."


    "What? Coercive measures. Mr. Guo, you are violating human rights!"


    Guo Shouyun pouted, in his education, there is no absolute power. Instead, it is urgent to follow the right, and his life is almost gone, and he still cares about the right of a fart.


    "Although it is a bit offensive. But I think Mr. Howard should understand that it is the greatest goodwill and responsibility for him to complete the operation as soon as possible."


    Looking at the fierce eyes of the man opposite, and the huge donation of 5 million US dollars a year. After some hesitation, Charles Howard finally nodded.


    "Okay, I will immediately organize the best oncologists to discuss the surgical plan based on this case!"


    "Notify me as soon as you have the result!"


    "Please don''t worry, Mr. Guo!"


    "Also, it must be kept secret. I don''t want to cause trouble in the city before the matter is resolved!" Guo Shouyun emphasized again after nodding.


    "Yes!"


    After explaining everything, Guo Shouyun really went home.


    "dad��!"


    "Dad is back!"


    Guo Shouyun, who had just entered the house, looked at the two little guys who came running, all the tiredness and sorrow on his face turned into his father''s love and pity.


    One on the side, after taking the son and the little padded jacket into his arms, "Kiss Dad!"


    "Bah��!"


    After two beeps, his face was covered with the little guy''s sticky saliva.


    "Did you miss Dad?"


    "I thought about it, my brother didn''t!"


    "No, George misses papa, sister doesn''t!"


    "No brother!"


    "Sister didn''t!"


    "Okay, okay!" Guo Shouyun hurriedly stopped when he saw the two little guys were about to quarrel again. I don''t know if the sister and brother were in conflict in their previous lives. Ever since they entered the door of his old Guo''s house, the quarrel has never stopped.


    "...Look at the present that Dad brought you back!"


    As soon as they heard the gift, the siblings stopped arguing consciously, and looked at the father with their **** and white eyes. The desire on the little face is even more undisguised.


    Put them down, and after taking the gift he had prepared in New York from Matthew, handed it over to the two little guys.


    "One person, one bear toy, no one is allowed to grab it!"


    In order to prevent the two children from fighting, Guo Shouyun also learned well. Every time I bring back the same gift. Of course, this method can only be used for a while. When they grow up, become sensible, and develop their hobbies in different directions, they should think more about giving gifts.


    However, the future will be discussed in the future. Now, the two little babies who are less than three years old still prefer plush toys.


    "Wendy, this is for you!"


    Guo Shouyun took out a pink Hermes scarf and handed it over.


    "Thank you, I like it!"


    After being reunited with the family and going upstairs to take a look at Molly Bevin, who was unconscious, the day was over.


    The next day, Guo Shouyun did not go to the company. Instead, it was a call to Laurene Powell Jobs.


    In the afternoon, in the Hanshan Courtyard, the two sat together.


    "Laurenna, you know, the sooner Steve''s illness is treated, the better for him!"


    "Bruce, of course I know. But you also know his temper. What he believes is difficult for outsiders to change!"


    "So, we need some special means!"


    "Special means?"


    "Not bad!" Guo Shouyun nodded with a solemn expression, "I have handed over Steve''s medical records to the Stanford University Medical Center, and they are the authority in this regard. Currently, Steve''s surgical plan is being discussed based on that medical record. "


    "But Steve doesn''t agree to the surgery at all!"


    "I know. But whether he agrees or not, for the sake of his future, he must do this operation."


    "What do you... mean?" Laurenna asked in a trembling voice.


    From Guo Shouyun''s tone and demeanor, she already had a vague guess in her heart!


    "If he doesn''t want to go, he is forced to go."


    "Oh, God! ... Steve is going to go crazy!" Laurenna Powell Jobs'' eyes widened in disbelief.


    "He can''t get crazy, I''ll bring a sedative over there." Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    She was already stunned by the boldness of the man on the other side and the plan that completely exceeded her expectations.


    "...I''ll arrange for him the hospital, the doctor, and everything for the operation. But I''m just his friend, not his family. So I can''t sign for him, only you!"


    "But, but...!"


    Laurenna is a little confused. In the process of getting along with Jobs, she was accustomed to obeying that strong and domineering man. Letting her make her own decisions now not only goes against her husband''s wishes, but also involves his life and death, which is a challenge to her long-established living habits.


    "I know it''s difficult for you. But I believe you also understand that with current medical methods, there is no cure for pancreatic cancer except surgery. Moreover, if we let Steve drag on like this, once the cancer spreads, Even if he finally agrees to the operation, it''s too late. Do you want to lose your husband and make Eve, Reed and Erin lose their father?"


    "Of course I don''t want to. But you know Steve''s character, in case...!"


    "No emergency!" Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    Laurenna nodded, and after a moment of indulgence, "Bruce, Steve respects his father, maybe we can get Paul to discuss this matter together! In addition, Mona can also help."


    Paul Jobs, his adoptive father, has been his most respected family member since his adoptive mother Clara died in the 1990s.


    Mona Brennan, Steve Jobs'' half-sister, was abandoned by his parents, so the two didn''t know each other until Jobs became an adult. But even though they didn''t grow up together, the two have a good relationship. Guo Shouyun met her once when he visited Jobs on New Year''s Day last year. Because both of them were writers, they had a good conversation.


    "Do they know about Steve''s condition?" Guo Shouyun asked after pondering for a moment.


    "No, Steve won''t let me tell them!"

 Chapter 550： Give Joe a knife

    ?Chapter five hundred and fifty


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    But no matter what, Jobs is his friend, and he is also the most suitable helmsman for Apple''s future glory. He must not have an accident!


    "Don''t tell Paul and Mona for now. You know Steve''s character, and even with the two of them persuading him, he won''t easily change his decision. Wait until Mona and Paul give up hope and agree to force a deal with us. Steve''s surgery will definitely take a long time. During this time, anything can be released. Moreover, Steve still has pancreatic cancer. If the cancer spreads, we will think of more ways to do it. It''s no use!"


    "But, in case...!"


    The indecisive Laurenna Powell made Guo Shouyun frown, this woman was too undecided. But in order to avoid forcing Jobs to have an accident during the operation, he made himself bear unnecessary criminal responsibility. He had to ask the other party to sign Jobs''s agreement to undergo surgery!


    "Laurenna, there''s no case! You and I both understand that the most appropriate way to treat Steve is surgery. As for his temper, don''t worry, I''m also his friend, the chairman of Apple''s board of directors, he won''t What about me. Also, for your feelings, don''t reveal what happened to us today. You just need to pretend you don''t know anything, and leave everything to me. "


    In fact, unless there was an accident during the operation, he didn''t need Laurene Powell to come forward at all. At the current medical level, the risk of death from a pancreatectomy is very low. Laurenna was just his last insurance.


    "All right!"


    After Guo Shouyun''s persuasion, she finally nodded and agreed.


    "I will notify you the day before the surgery is ready, and then feel your home the next morning, you just need to stabilize Steve and don''t let him go to work first." Guo Shouyun explained with a sigh of relief.


    "Um!"


    Finally, after confirming the details of the operation with Laurenna Powell, Guo Shouyun sent him away.


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    Three days later, Guo Shouyun received the call he wanted.


    "Mr. Guo, the surgical plan has been determined."


    "Great, when?"


    "just now��!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted: "I asked when the surgery can be performed?"


    "Anytime from now on!"


    "Very good. I hope the operation will start at nine o''clock tomorrow morning!"


    "There is no problem!"


    After nodding, "What''s the risk?"


    "The doctor in charge is Clay Pierce, an authoritative expert in the field of oncology in the United States. He is a doctor of medicine from Stanford University. He not only has profound theoretical knowledge, but also has rich clinical experience. He has presided over 276 operations, and has never had any artificial Mistake!"


    "That''s good! The operation is scheduled for tomorrow morning. In addition, you can arrange confidential work. I don''t want to be known to the outside world before the operation is completed."


    "Don''t worry, everything will be done according to your instructions."


    "so be it!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun sent a text message to Laurenna Powell''s mobile phone, and after telling the news of tomorrow''s action early, Guo Shouyun, who was ready, brought a large number of first-class bodyguards with Matthew the next morning. Arrive at Jobs'' house.


    Fortunately, it is the Zen ideology and minimalism of life that Qiao Gang believes in, so that his family does not have the common bodyguards around rich people. Therefore, Guo Shouyun was not hindered.


    "Bruce...!"


    His wife suggested a family trip today, and the children all agreed. Jobs, who was upset because of his quarrel with Guo Shouyun and pancreatic cancer, also nodded in agreement. But just as he was about to set off, he saw Guo Shouyun breaking in.


    "Steve, did you really decide not to have surgery?" Guo Shouyun finally asked.


    "Bruce, you are my friend, and I hope you will respect my choice!" Jobs frowned.


    "Ugh!"


    Seeing that the final persuasion failed, Guo Shouyun sighed.


    "Steve, do you know what a true friend is?"


    Feeling his abnormality, Jobs hesitated: "Why do you ask this all of a sudden?"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t answer him, but said to himself: "A true friend is someone who still tries to correct when you make a wrong decision, and is willing to accompany you through difficulties!"


    When the words fell, he took a deep look at the man opposite who seemed to understand something, and waved his hand. And the bodyguard who created him, strode forward and grabbed Jobs''s arms from left to right.


    "Uncle Guo, what are you doing?"


    "Let go of Dad!"...


    When Irene and Eve saw the situation here, they shouted anxiously. And Jobs was stunned by the sudden situation. But after he reacted, he immediately said angrily: "Bruce, what are you doing, let me go!"


    "Sorry, Steve! I did it for your own good!"


    After giving Matthew a wink, the latter took out the sedative.


    Seeing the needle, Jobs struggled more and his words became more and more violent. It''s a pity that his physical quality is far from the opponents of Guo Shouyun''s bodyguards who have undergone brutal training and experienced battlefields.


    After a sedative shot, Steve struggled less and less and gradually passed out.


    "Don''t worry, Steve. When you wake up again, your body will be healthy." After that, Guo Shouyun turned to look at Laurenna Powell, who was blocking the children, "The surgery is all ready, Let''s go... By the way, take these two little guys with you!"


    Jobs and Laurenna have three children, and Reed, the eldest, is currently in boarding school and is not at home.


    Laurenna nodded, and after soothing the two children, followed Guo Shouyun out.


    The group got into the car and went straight to the Stanford University Medical Center. As soon as I got here, I was picked up by Charles Howard who was ready. After a brief examination, Jobs'' medical condition and physical condition were confirmed, and he was pushed into the operating room.


    Seeing the red light outside the door turn on, Laurenna suddenly became nervous.


    "Bruce, will Steve be okay?"


    "Don''t worry. Dr. Pierce, the chief surgeon, is an authoritative expert in the field of oncology in the United States. He has rich experience and will not have any problems!"


    Even though he said that, he was still a little nervous in his heart. How can there be absolute safety in the case of disembowelment? But now he is the backbone here, and his composure can soothe the emotions of the Jobs family.


    As time passed bit by bit, two hours passed in a blink of an eye. The dull and oppressive atmosphere outside the operating room has also become more and more serious.


    Just when Guo Shouyun comforted Laurena and the two children for the seventh time, the red light in the upper left corner of the ward suddenly dimmed. Everyone''s eyes lit up, and Guo Shouyun stepped forward to the door. After the door opened and the exhausted Clay Pierce came out, he grabbed his arms and asked anxiously, "Doctor, did the operation go well?"


    "Please rest assured, Mr. Guo, the operation went very smoothly!"


    "Great!"


    "God bless!"


    "Thank you, Dr. Pierce, thank you very much!"


    "Mr. Guo, you''re welcome, this is my duty!"


    While speaking, the closed door opened, and Jobs, who was lying on the hospital bed, was pushed out.


    "Doctor, when will he wake up?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "I will wake up in about half an hour! ... Mr. Guo, the patient has had part of the pancreas removed, so the digestive function will be affected. In the future, special attention should be paid to the diet. Do not eat greasy, spicy and other irritating food!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Don''t worry, Jobs has always been a vegetarian. The only thing to worry about is that this guy is often on hunger strikes to keep his body pure. However, compared to the healthy body after surgery, these are small problems.


    "Rest assured, we will urge him to pay attention to his diet!"


    "Then I''ll say goodbye first, and you can call me anytime if you have anything!"


    "Okay, Dr. Pierce, walk slowly!"


    After sending him away, Guo Shouyun glanced at Jobs who was still unconscious on the bed, "Laurenna, take a look at him here, I''ll go out and make a call."


    "Um!"


    Pushing open the door, Guo Shouyun took out his mobile phone and started calling Apple executives. Now that Jobs'' surgery is over, it''s time for them all to know. Otherwise, the inexplicable disappearance of the company''s most important CEO could lead to a major upheaval.


    "Tim, Steve is not feeling well and is currently hospitalized!"


    "What? Steve is in the hospital? When?"


    Even the always calm Tim Cook was stunned by the news thrown by Guo Shouyun. You must know that what he saw yesterday was still energetic and strong, and even arguing with Guo Shouyun could shake the entire A project department Jobs, why was he suddenly hospitalized the next day? !


    "It''s not clear for a while. You inform Jonathan and the others. Come to the hospital tomorrow morning to take a look."


    "Why not now?"


    "Steve just finished surgery, let him rest first!"


    "Operation?"


    Tim Cook was surprised. The ability to move a knife is obviously not a minor illness.


    "That''s right! But don''t worry, it''s all right now."


    "Okay But what''s wrong with Steve?"


    "We''ll talk about it when you come over tomorrow!"


    After hearing the determination in his tone, Tim Cook didn''t insist anymore.


    "What about the address of the hospital?"


    "I''ll send it to you in a moment! Now you''re going to notify Jonathan and the others. But don''t tell the board just yet!"


    "Understood!"


    Tim Cook is also a smart person, and instantly understood Guo Shouyun''s concerns.


    "Let''s do it first, see you tomorrow!"


    "See you tomorrow!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun thought about it and shook his head slightly.


    Originally, he planned to let Tim Cook temporarily take Jobs'' position and manage the day-to-day affairs of Apple while he was recovering. But after thinking about it, forget it.

 Chapter 551： the heart of apple

    ?Chapter 551 The Core of Apple


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    No one can surpass this guy''s affection for Apple. Likewise, no one can surpass his obsession with Apple''s power. After the incident of forcing him to the hospital for surgery, if he continues to check Apple''s management, I am afraid that the relationship between the two will really have a gap.


    Back in the ward, after waiting quietly for a while, Jobs, who was lying on the hospital bed, finally made a move.


    "Steve, are you okay?"


    He glanced at his wife and two daughters, who were holding his right hand tightly, with expressions of excitement, worry and joy, and then turned to Guo Shouyun, who was smiling and looked at him, and said in a complicated tone: "Bruce, you are such a bastard! After you''re healthy, the first thing to do is to beat you up."


    "Haha, Steve, I''m glad you can still say things like that. But don''t thank me too much, I just did what a friend is supposed to do. . Tiff will take care of you, remember what the doctor said, don''t let him eat spicy food."


    After the latter nodded, Guo Shouyun continued: "While Steve was in hospital, Irene and Eve stayed with me first, and Wendy would take care of them."


    "Bruce, thank you!" Laurenna said gratefully.


    "No, who made the two of us good friends!" After saying that, looking at Jobs who also showed a hint of gratitude in his eyes, Guo Shouyun said again: "Steve, you have a good rest today. I will bring Tim, Jonathan, they came to see you. What do you plan for Apple next, wait until tomorrow."


    "I''m like this now, is there any room for bargaining?"


    Apparently, even though Jobs understood that the other party was doing it for his own good, he still felt resentment in his heart about being forced by Guo Shouyun to be taken to the hospital for surgery.


    Guo Shouyun was not surprised by this. After smiling and nodding, he waved to the two little guys.


    "Eileen, Eve, come here."


    Two little girls, one is 8 years old and the other is 5 years old. Although they are still young, they are all old enough to remember.


    "We''re going to accompany Dad!"


    "Dad is not feeling well and needs to rest. Be obedient!"


    Under the comfort of Laurenna, the two little guys reluctantly followed Guo Shouyun away.


    "Matthew, leave two people behind!"


    After walking out of the ward, Guo Shouyun stopped and explained.


    Although he has kept the news of Jobs'' hospitalization under wraps, he hasn''t even told Apple''s executives. But don��t be afraid of 10,000, and be afraid of the unexpected. Whether it��s for Jobs�� health or safety, it��s best not to let outsiders disturb him now.


    "Yes!"


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    "Eileen? Eve?"


    "Aunt Wendy!"


    Compared with Guo Shouyun, who often travels on business and is increasingly majestic, Wendy is undoubtedly more liked by the two little girls. Moreover, because Laurenna often brought them to visit Guo Shouyun''s house, the two little girls were very familiar with Wendy. As soon as he entered the door, he walked out from behind Guo Shouyun and trotted into her arms.


    Looking at his lover''s inquiring eyes, "Steve is sick and hospitalized, and Laurena has to take care of him. So Irene and Eve stay at our house for a while."


    "Steve is in the hospital, when did it happen? Is it serious?"


    "Surgery just finished this morning. Pancreatic cancer!"


    "What? Pancreatic cancer?!"


    "Hmm!...Thanks to the early detection, the cancer cells did not spread. After the tumor was removed, it was all right. However, it will take some time to be hospitalized for observation."


    "Huh, that''s good!" After patting his chest, "Which hospital is he in, I''ll go see him tomorrow!"


    "Stanford University Medical Center, but he just had surgery and is still very weak. You better wait a few days to see him again!"


    Wendy Roosevelt thought about it and nodded.


    "Then I''ll arrange for Erin and Eve to stay first!"


    "Well, let''s go!"


    Not long after Wendy left with her two children, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone rang. Not surprisingly, all Apple executives called to learn about Jobs'' condition. Fortunately, with his explanation, Tim Cook did not tell too many people.


    After giving them the address of Jobs'' hospitalization, things calmed down.


    The next day, Guo Shouyun did not go to the hospital. He knew that this time must belong to Jobs and Apple executives.


    Therefore, it was not until the third day that he brought the fruit he bought and arrived here with Wendy.


    Putting things on the bedside, Guo Shouyun sat down next to the hospital bed while the two women were talking.


    "How are you feeling better?"


    "Much better!" Jobs clenched his fist, his face was indeed much better than when he had just finished the operation.


    "That''s good. You have the right to give yourself a vacation during this time, and have a good rest!"


    "Bruce, I don''t like hospitals. And now that I''m done with the surgery, the rest of the recuperation process can be done at home!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Steve, don''t think I don''t know what you have in mind. I advise you to give up, don''t touch Apple''s management until your body is really healthy. Besides, you stay in the hospital. But it��s not just recuperation, but more importantly, stay in the hospital for observation, to really ensure that the tumor in your body is completely removed.��


    Jobs shrugged, "I knew you wouldn''t say yes!"


    "This is also for the sake of your future. Steve, you are not yet fifty years old, and we still have a lot of time to change the world through technology in the future. Don''t be confused and miss a better future. In addition, You don''t want Reed, Erin, and Eve to get married without a father, it''s their life''s regret. In addition, I like Eve very much, and I plan to let our family George marry her in the future. Where''s the wife!"


    "Eve is my daughter, and that stinky boy George wants to be my son-in-law without my consent."


    "Then you have to let yourself live until then!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Thanks to you, my pancreatic cancer has been cured, how can I not live? Twenty years later, you will watch me fix your son!"


    "Haha, welcome, welcome. There is someone to discipline that stinky boy for me, and I am too happy!"


    Seeing that the two were chatting happily, Laurenna and Wendy who were standing on the side couldn''t help showing smiles on their faces.


    "Bruce, I asked Tim to take my place temporarily, what do you think?"


    After chatting for a while, Jobs said suddenly after being silent for a while.


    "Tim Cook? He really is the perfect fit!"


    "why?"


    "Don''t you know why?"


    "But I want to hear your opinion!"


    After looking at Jobs, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "In Apple''s core management, Jonathan Ive is responsible for the design of most of Apple''s products, and understands Apple''s core philosophy better than anyone, but he seems to be only interested in product design, and only good at this .It''s a little bit lacking in capacity to run the whole company."


    "Jonathan Rubinstein, he was your old underling at Next. He also made great contributions to the development of the iPad, and also has ambitions to run the company. It''s a pity that Apple already has you. Before you actually leave Apple, There is no place for a second strong leader. In addition, although Jonathan Rubinstein has an unparalleled talent in hardware research and development, he always adheres to the idea that the design should be changed according to the needs of hardware research and development. Coincidentally In Apple''s product strategy, the design is the first, and the hardware is a subordinate position, so he is not suitable."


    "Scott Foster, a talented software designer, is honest and down-to-earth, he is a good employee, but not a qualified leader. In him, there is no ability and charisma to be a company CEO. ."


    "Finally, Tim Cook. Cook is calm and decisive. After becoming Apple''s chief operating officer, he successfully shortened the company''s inventory period from a long two months to two days, and the shortest time was even only 15 hours. Moreover, he is a hero who is willing to be behind the scenes, rarely enters the public eye, and even deliberately restrains his edge. At the same time, he is also an excellent management and operation talent. Therefore, no matter how you look at it, he is a qualified person Helpers, and complementary to your personality. If there is someone in the company who is best suited to run the company in your absence, Cook must be the most suitable choice!"


    After listening, Jobs was silent for a while, "Bruce, I didn''t expect you to have such a deep understanding of Apple''s internal management!"


    "Steve, although I promise you to stay out of Apple''s management, that doesn''t mean I don''t care about Apple! Also, I''d like to remind you that it''s good for you to have Tim Cook temporarily in charge of the company. Choice. But for Jonathan Rubinstein, it is difficult for him to accept the result. I am afraid that he will not continue to stay at Apple.��


    "I know. But Apple has a lot of talent. Even if he leaves, we have the right person in his place!"


    "As long as you are sure! In fact, as long as you are here at Apple, I don''t care what others do."


    Jobs can hear the sincerity in his words, which is why this trust is especially touching. Of course, he is not a person who can express his feelings easily. But this trust made him feel that because Guo Shouyun was forced to come to the hospital for surgery, the accumulated depression and resentment dissipated.


    "By the way, do you want me to notify Paul and Mona for you?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "No! It''s not too late to inform them after I leave the hospital!"


    After the torment of the illness, the irascible and selfish side of Jobs'' character has diminished a lot. At the same time, it also made him realize the importance of family and loved ones!


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 Chapter 552： Time magazine front page

    ?Chapter 552 Front Page of Time Magazine


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    Although Guo Shouyun values ??Jobs, he is also busy with work and cannot stay here every day. In addition to visiting occasionally every other day, he is also busy with company affairs.


    Time passed day by day, and before I knew it, it was already mid-September. On this day, the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Federal Reserve finally approved the proposed merger of National City Bank and Phoenix Corporation. The merger of the two financial giants announced the birth of a super bank with assets of nearly 500 billion US dollars in the United States again.


    The words ''Phoenix Bank'', not surprisingly, occupied the headlines of major financial and financial media around the world.


    Time Magazine, which had interviewed him before, even featured the title "Godfather of the Internet, Financial Giant", which was published on the cover of his new North American edition, along with a half-length photo of him wearing a suit and clasping his hands on his chest.


    Under the propaganda of a series of authoritative media, Guo Shouyun''s reputation has become more and more prosperous, and he is gradually accepted by people as a technological elite who can be compared with Jeff Bezos and Steve Jobs in the American technology industry; in the financial world, he can be compared with Paul Financial tycoons compared to Turner and Blank Finn. The well-known Guo''s Business Group, Matrix, Ruby, Apple, Google, Pacific Energy, Unocal, etc. have once again become the focus of discussions among business people around the world.


    When the public opinion in the outside world was boiling, Guo Shouyun stayed quietly in his mansion in Antherton, Silicon Valley, busy with his own affairs.


    "Wendy, what do you think of me wearing this dress?"


    "Honey, you look as handsome in whatever you wear!"


    After mentioning Guo Shouyun smoothing the folds of his clothes, Wendy hugged his sturdy waist and smiled tenderly.


    After kissing her smooth forehead, "You are just as beautiful! However, it''s almost time, and we should go too."


    "Take it!"


    The delicate body turned lightly to the left, and the right hand hooked Guo Shouyun''s arm.


    After looking at her with a smile, Guo Shouyun walked out of the room.


    The car went all the way, and soon stopped outside a manor. After successfully entering the door, the lively atmosphere in the hall was filled with joy.


    "Bruce, Wendy...!"


    Seeing the two, Laurenna greeted them with joy.


    "Where''s Steve?"


    Seeing that in the living room, apart from the female family members, Guo Shouyun couldn''t see any other men at all, he couldn''t help asking.


    "It''s in the study upstairs! You know his temper, he hasn''t touched Apple''s management for half a month, and he can''t help it. ... By the way, Bruce. Today''s "Time", Steve also read it. Your comments on him above made him very happy, and he kept telling me just now that you are the only one who understands him best in this world."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "It''s rare to hear him say that. ... Wendy, you guys talk first. I''ll go upstairs to see!"


    After explaining, he turned and went upstairs. But before he could reach the door, he heard a faint quarrel inside.


    After standing at the door and listening quietly for a while, Guo Shouyun knocked on the door. After a short pause, he pushed the door and walked in.


    Like Jobs'' frugal nature and his penchant for Zen. Except for the bookshelves, there is no desk at all in the whole room, but a layer of Japanese tatami. Steve Jobs, Tim Cook, Scott Forstall, Jonathan Rubinstein and many other Apple executives just sat cross-legged on the computer.


    It can be seen that they are not like Jobs, who have long been accustomed to this way of life because they have been with the Japanese monk Hirofumi Ottogawa for many years. After sitting cross-legged for a long time, my legs and feet are numb, and it seems very uncomfortable. But Jobs is still the kind of self-centered, proud and paranoid person who doesn''t care whether they are used to such a sitting position or not, and only cares about meeting and understanding what they want to know.


    The addition of Guo Shouyun interrupted their meeting. And Jobs, who was about to get angry, saw that it was him, but he also held back.


    His eyes quickly swept across the people in the room, and after some speculation in his heart, Guo Shouyun said with a smile: "Steve, today I''m here to congratulate you on your recovery and your smooth discharge from the hospital! You wouldn''t intend to entertain me in such a scene. Bar?"


    "Bruce, I''ve been lying in the hospital for a month, and my body has long since recovered. Also, instead of wasting time on hypocritical courtesies and caring, it''s better to focus on the research and development of the iPhone. This is the real thing for me and the company. , something good for the entire tech industry!"


    "Steve, your biggest weakness is that you can''t effectively balance your life and career! But I''m used to it. In addition, I''m also the chairman of Apple''s board of directors. Can I participate in today''s meeting?"


    "certainly!"


    "Okay, what''s the point of your argument just now?"


    "It''s the design of the iPhone." Jonathan Rubinstein continued after a pause, "Steve asked for a simple design for the iPhone, with a screen instead of a keyboard. But a phone has so many functions, how can it be completely replaced by a screen ? I think we should follow the example of Blackberry, which is now the best-selling phone in the United States, and add a mechanical keyboard to the iPhone to maximize performance. This is the right way."


    "Shit! What I want to do is an epoch-making mobile phone, not an antique like Nokia and BlackBerry!" Jobs said rudely.


    "Steve, I admit that the iPhone you describe is attractive, but simply impossible with current technology."


    "Because of this, Apple should develop research and development!"


    "Okay, let''s stop arguing!" After stopping them, Guo Shouyun organized the language, "Apple has always given the impression of being an innovator and a disruptor of the industry. Just like we defined Apple1 in 1975. In 1983 we ushered in the age of the graphical interface with the Lisa computer; in 1998 we changed the dull impression of computer black; in 2001 we changed the way people entertain themselves with the iPod and iTunes.��


    ����Every step we take in the past at Apple is an innovation and a subversion of traditional industries. People have also given Apple more attention and expectations. If the development of the iPhone is just a follow-up to Nokia, Motorola and BlackBerry, Then we''ll never try to surpass them in our phone business, and that''s not what we''re about as an Apple company, and we''ve let down the fans who trust us to embrace and use our Apple products."


    Jobs took the lead in applauding, and Guo Shouyun''s words spoke to his heart.


    "Bruce is right. Apple''s positioning is industry innovation and subversion. Our products will always stand at the forefront of the industry, not the followers of the industry."


    "The corporate culture of the company is indeed very important, but we should also face the difficulties of reality!" Jonathan Rubinstein said seriously.


    After stopping Jobs who was about to get angry, Guo Shouyun said to Tim Cook, who was closest to him: "Tim, can you lend me your pen and paper?"


    "certainly!"


    After receiving it Guo Shouyun recalled the memory of the first generation iPhone in his mind and drew it on the paper.


    All along, he has seldom inquired about Apple''s management and R&D, except that he promised Jobs that he would not interfere with Apple''s management; more importantly, he felt that with the help of Joe, Apple was still the Apple in memory, and he didn''t need to spend any money. How much time and energy can be rewarded handsomely, why not do it?


    So, even if he knew the design philosophy and operation mode of the iPod, iPhone and iPad, he rarely reminded Jobs. Unless the other party comes to the door, or in a situation like today, Guo Shouyun rarely expresses his opinion on Apple''s products.


    When Guo Shouyun was concentrating on describing the performance and features of the first-generation iPhone in his memory, he was surrounded by Steve Jobs.


    With more and more manuscript paper in Guo Shouyun''s hand, the eyes of everyone around him became brighter and brighter. Especially Jobs and Jonathan Ivey, who was in charge of the exterior design, were even more excited! If it weren''t for the fear of disturbing Guo Shouyun''s thoughts, they could not help but reach out and read and study these manuscripts carefully.

 Chapter 553： stunning design

    ?Chapter 553 Amazing Design


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    Of course, Guo Shouyun didn''t draw too much either. Just some basic functions of future smartphones. But even the basic functions are amazingly talented now!


    After a dozen sketches were drawn, Guo Shouyun put down his pen when he felt that it was almost the same. Looking at the Apple executives around him, "These are the software desktop designs that I think the first-generation iPhone should have. The software on the desktop is arranged in the form of icons, and each icon is 0.8 inches (about 1 cm or so) in size. The square. Considering that the number of software icons is not enough to fit on a desktop, we can use layered, or book-style design.��


    "...Simply put, if there are 9 icons on the first desktop, then we just need to hold down the phone screen with our finger and swipe left, then just like turning pages in a book, new applications will be exposed on the second desktop. If To go back, swipe right!"


    "...Considering the high usage rate of some applications, turning pages leads to a decrease in efficiency and increases the cost of human-computer interaction. A fixed application bar can be designed at the bottom of the mobile phone, and commonly used functions, such as phonebook, making calls, The icons for text messages and Internet search functions are placed here. Of course, because everyone pays attention to different things, like business people, they may be more concerned about news or finance. Therefore, the fixed application bar applications can be changed according to personal needs!��


    "...design a drop-down menu at the top, as long as the finger is pressed and swiped down, a new page can appear. This page can display the ''mute button'', ''airplane mode button'', ''lock screen button'', '' Bluetooth button'' and other commonly used functions. As well as missed calls, missed text messages and other message information."


    "��About the page back, close, etc. We can design a left arrow in the upper left corner of the page, click the arrow to return to the previous page, design an ''X'' sign on the right, click means to close the page. Then on the mobile phone A ''He'' key is designed at the bottom, and you can directly return to the desktop of the mobile phone from the current web page by pressing it. Press it again, and it will show that the mobile phone is running, and there is no closed program. Click the program you want to enter, and you will return to the previous one again. The page you follow. This way, when users are browsing the web or surfing the Internet, they will not have to search and enter again after suddenly receiving a call or receiving or sending a text message, which improves the convenience of human-computer interaction!��


    "Bruce, you are a genius!"


    Jobs exclaimed with excitement and a hint of admiration in his expression.


    In his cognition, there are only two kinds of people in the world, namely ''genius'' and ''stupid''. The former is someone Apple needs, or is willing to make friends with. The latter he completely dismissed. As far as his family is concerned, Jobs is known to have two younger sisters, Patti Jobs and Mona Simpson. The former is the adopted daughter of his adoptive parents. The two grew up together, but their relationship was not good. In the process of getting to know Jobs, Guo Shouyun almost never saw her. It is also rare to hear him mention this sister from Jobs'' mouth.


    On the contrary, Mona Simpson, who only met in recent years, is different. The two hit it off, and Jobs once said to him more than once: Mona is his best friend in the world, and I don''t know what I would do without her.


    There is a very important reason for such a change: Mona is a well-known writer and belongs to the elite class in the mainstream evaluation of society; while Patty is just a company employee! For Jobs, Mona''s achievements and existence can better reflect the superiority of his blood.


    No one asks the poor in the downtown area, and the rich have distant relatives in the mountains. There is a powerful side in human nature, but some people can overcome and correct, and some people have strengthened a lot. Jobs undoubtedly belongs to the latter.


    His "dichotomy" of people led to many people in Apple''s early days who couldn''t stand his verbal abuse and cold violence and left. Among them was Mike Scott, Apple''s first president. This is also one of the reasons why he was kicked out of Apple later.


    "Bruce, I think in addition to the chairman of the board, you should also get a position in the design department, otherwise it will not only be a loss for the company, but also a loss for the technology world!" Jonathan Ivey looked at the design and said excitedly.


    Only those who know how to really understand what these designs mean!


    "Bruce''s design is really amazing, but what about editing? Is it swiping too?" Jonathan Rubinstein asked.


    "Of course not! ... The editing function can be solved with the numeric keyboard. Of course, there are also distinctions. For example, when entering into the search box, just tap the numeric keyboard to automatically pop up. If it is to reply to text messages, edit memos and other functions When in use, as long as the page is opened, the number pad will automatically pop up. If the user does not need to edit, but only opens the page content to read the reply, then just click on the blank space, and the number pad will be put away. Similar to this!��


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun drew a sketch again. Things that are not complicated in the first place, although his painting level is not high, he can handle them.


    "This way we don''t need a keystroke keyboard!" Scott Foster exclaimed.


    "It''s too difficult to swipe your finger to achieve the functions you just mentioned." Jonathan Rubinstein said.


    "Of course it''s difficult. To achieve the page-scrolling function, you need to develop a ''wheel technology'', and to move your fingers freely on the screen, you need to develop a ''multi-touch technology''. In addition, large-screen mobile phones need to develop ''multi-touch technology''. Breaking through the existing materials, especially the mobile phone screen. To solve the trouble of replacing the battery, increase the standby time, and improve the beauty and technological sense of the mobile phone, we must redesign the circuit. If we want to be accepted by users, we also need to cooperate with telecom operators. Let them cooperate with us to provide more content channels and broadband standards.��


    "...Everyone, what we are going to do is a new product that will subvert the mobile phone industry, which is very difficult and even unprecedented. But I think everyone is a top smart person who understands better than me that once this new type of mobile phone is launched, the entire electronic consumption can be achieved. What a shock the industry has brought! Here, I can say without hesitation that if we can make an iPhone, then our future of Apple will surpass Motorola and Nokia, and even be several times that of them! And everyone here is also Multiply your worth, and your wealth in a few years will exceed the sum of your careers in the past 20 or even 30 years!"

 Chapter 554： Petrobras

    ?Chapter 554 Petrobras


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    In terms of flickering ability, Guo Shouyun has talked a lot over the years, and he is also good at eloquence. Of course, it is still a lot worse than Jobs and Papa Ma. However, he knows the development trend of future technology, and combined with his eloquence, his appeal has grown exponentially.


    Looking at all the Apple executives, including Jobs, who showed excitement and anticipation in their expressions, Guo Shouyun still had some satisfaction in his heart.


    "Okay, all that needs to be said. Steve, can we go down for dinner now? You know I''m here today, and in addition to congratulating you on your discharge, I plan to try Powell''s pasta and blueberry cheese."


    "Bruce, I just heard what you said. I just want to get back to the company and get the iPhone out. I can''t wait to see it shock the world again!"


    "It''s not bad for a day or two to shock the world! Let''s go!"


    Under the greeting of Guo Shouyun, everyone stood up. In fact, they didn''t want to endure this seemingly comfortable way of sitting cross-legged for a long time, but with sore backs and legs for a long time.


    "Bruce, can you give me these designs?" Jobs asked.


    Guo Shouyun, who folded the last artwork and put it in his pocket, nodded.


    "Of course, but I have to register the patent first!"


    Apple is Apple, he is him, not to be confused. These designs that can be registered are all available for fixed royalties. Although these royalties may add up to millions of dollars compared to his assets, mosquitoes are meat no matter how small they are. Moreover, this is his personal income.


    Hearing his words, Jobs didn''t say much. In Europe and the United States, which pay attention to intellectual property protection, this situation is normal. Even as Apple''s CEO, he has a lot of patents. The most famous of these is the ''personal computer'' awarded by the US Patent Office in 1983.


    Because part of the pancreas was removed, Jobs'' digestive function was affected, and his appetite decreased a lot. But because everyone came to congratulate him on his discharge today, he ate a lot.


    After a lively night, at half past nine, the crowd began to disperse one after another.


    However, although Jobs'' pancreatic cancer was a near miss this time, it also reminded Guo Shouyun. The health of employees needs more attention, especially those at the top and elite level who are critical to the future of the company.


    So, a week later, he convened a video conference with executives from all of his direct companies. It is stipulated that the company will organize a physical examination every year for ordinary employees, the middle-level leaders will organize a physical examination every six months, and the senior leaders will organize a quarterly physical examination, and the required expenses will be reimbursed by the company.


    After Jobs'' episode passed, Guo Shouyun arrived in Rio de Janeiro, the former capital of Brazil, in October according to his scheduled itinerary.


    "It''s nice here!"


    Looking at the famous Bread Mountain and the blue coastline in the distance, Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction.


    He is not used to staying in hotels, so before arriving in Brazil, he asked Rebecca Mark, who arrived here in advance, to help him choose a seaside villa.


    "The boss is satisfied!"


    Glancing at her, he pointed to the sofa next to him and sat down.


    "Tell me about the current situation!"


    "This time, Brazil''s sixth round of oil exploration bidding has a total of 15 blocks. All of them are located in the Santos Basin on the southeast coast. Among them, blocks SM-E-01 to SM-E-07 are located in the shallow sea area of ??the Sao Paulo platform with a water depth of 300 meters. ~500 meters; Blocks SM-F-08 to SM-F-12 are located in the deep water area of ??the 500~1500 Sao Paulo continental shelf; SM-G-13 to SM-G-15 are located in the ultra-deep water area of ??the Sao Paulo platform with a water depth of 2 kilometers ."


    "... 7 shallow-sea exploration blocks with a total area of ??7,504 square kilometers; 5 deep-sea exploration blocks with a total area of ??6,730 square kilometers; 3 deep-sea exploration blocks with a total area of ??5,923 square kilometers. The largest is the SM-G-15 block, with more than 2871 square kilometers."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "What about the geological data I asked you to prepare?"


    "It''s all ready."


    Rebecca Mack took out a drawing marked with different colors and figures and placed it in front of him.


    "According to your request, we have marked the distribution area of ??the salt layer in the Santos Basin. The white part is the salt-free area in the shallow sea. The blank area in the middle is the transition area of ??the rock layer, and the center is the layer thickness area. Seen from the cross-section , which can be divided into three layers, namely, the non-marine bottom in the rifting period, the non-evaporite bottom in the transition period and the marine bottom in the post-rifting period. The thick evaporite divides the entire Santos Basin into two structures: suprasalt and subsalt.��


    ����From the 1970s to the present, the Brazilian Petroleum Administration has drilled 274 exploration wells in the Santos Basin, of which 55 have discovered oil and gas. Although most of them have low reserves, they are all located in the suprasalt area. So, this time Most of the oil companies participating in this bidding are concentrated in the deep water area with the F number, as for the ultra-deep water area with the G number, there are currently no other bidders except us and Petrobras.��


    Guo Shouyun understood why Rebecca said this. But even he doesn''t know much about oil. But also know the reputation of pre-salt oil in Brazil''s famous Santos Basin.


    Obviously, the real treasure trove of oil offshore Brazil is not at all in the so-called upper salt layer, but in the sub-salt layer below 2,000 meters. Of course, it was impossible to say such things to Rebecca.


    However, even knowing this, Guo Shouyun was still unable to calm down. Because even the combined area of ??the three exploration areas is the difference between mung beans and steamed buns compared to the huge pre-salt formation in the Santos Basin.


    After buying these three exploration areas, it is still unknown whether we can find the Tupi oil field that made Brazil''s presalt oil famous all over the world in 2006 completely get rid of the poor oil hat.


    Moreover, it is now 2003, although it will be 2004 in two months, but in the next two years or more, he does not know whether the Brazilian Petroleum Administration will hold the seventh round of oil bidding. If it happens, he just buys it, and the Tupi oil field that he longs for is in it, then everything will be fine.


    But if the Tupi oil field is in the three ultra-deep sea blocks in the sixth tender, then he will lose a lot.


    You must know that the Tupi oil field is the fifth largest offshore oil field in the world with recoverable reserves of 8 billion barrels.


    Therefore, Guo Shouyun did not dare to gamble. He could only maximize his chances of finding the Tupi field.


    "If deep-sea oil exploration were faster, I wouldn''t be so embarrassed!"


    Even though he thought so, he also knew that it was just wishful thinking. Under complex sea conditions, it takes half a year or even a year to hit a depth of several kilometers. Moreover, if you want to hit a semi-submersible drilling platform to find oil, it is all about luck. You can imagine how difficult it is to try your luck in an area of ??thousands of square kilometers.

 Chapter 555： Mine tax contract

    ?Chapter 555 Mining Tax System Contract


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    "When will the auction start?"


    "November 5th! The venue is in the Rio de Janeiro City Hall Auditorium."


    "How many oil companies are involved?"


    "37, Exxon Mobil, British Petroleum, Shell, Chevron Texaco and other international oil giants, as well as some domestic oil companies in Brazil!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded clearly, "Have you counted the funds for the three ultra-deep sea blocks?"


    "Forget it. Because the only competitor is Petrobras, they are also forced to bid by the Brazilian National Petroleum Administration to find oil for the country, and they will not bid too high. So if we join, it is estimated that 600 million US dollars will be We can get it. However, if our bid is successful, we still need to pay 40% of the Brazilian government''s signature fee, and use 20% of the funds in the procurement of equipment for exploration and development for Brazilian companies. Therefore, the cost of the bid is about 840 million US dollars. ."


    Now that the boom in pre-salt oil exploitation in Brazil has not yet erupted, the price of oil blocks in the ultra-deep sea area is naturally not high. However, after winning the block, the later exploration and development costs are the bulk of the investment.


    For example, for a semi-submersible drilling platform that can explore 2,000-meter-deep seas, the rent for a day is 400,000 to 500,000 US dollars, which is close to 200 million a year. The price to buy one is 500 to 700 million. In addition, deep-sea drilling, after more than 300 meters, the average cost per meter is 10,000 to 30,000 US dollars. And this does not include labor, equipment depreciation and other expenses.


    Therefore, oil exploration is a game that can only be played by real national oil companies and multinational oil giants. Even some small countries, like Bolivia, Paraguay, and Kazakhstan''s state-owned capital have no money to play.


    "What about the contract?" Guo Shouyun continued to ask.


    ��With a standard mining tax system of sharing contract, if there is oil, we will get the property rights of three blocks for 35 years. During the operation, we have to pay the Brazilian government 3% mining fee, 1% landowner cost fee, and 25% % corporate income tax, 10%~15% resource tax. In addition, if we can discover large oil fields and make huge profits, we also need to pay land use rent, about 10~5,000 reais per square kilometer.��


    "The privilege participation fee, that is: the special compensation paid by the franchise holder, depends on the profitability of the company, and is generally between 0.2 and 1.5%. The payment for oil resources shall be paid by the franchisee at 5% to 10% of the output of each stage.��


    After listening to Rebecca''s words, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help frowning. Although Brazil currently implements the international mainstream mining tax system contract, rather than the later product sharing contract, which allows foreign oil companies to get all the property rights of the oil field, instead of the 30% stake held by Petrobras, this indirect tax is too cumbersome ,Too high.


    But this is also impossible, who made you an outsider, and you have to mine resources on other people''s land.


    "Give me a copy of the information you have prepared. Let the exploration department prepare, and once the auction is successful, start mining immediately!"


    Speaking of exploration, Guo Shouyun was somewhat grateful to Enron, which had disappeared. Under the banner of many assets of Enron, there was Lone Star, the world''s top offshore oil exploration company at that time. After the integration of Unocal, the strength of the company''s exploration department has been further strengthened. Although the 2,000-meter deep-sea area is the crown of the oil exploration industry, it is not difficult for Unocal''s offshore exploration team.


    "Yes!"


    Rebecca nodded respectfully.


    "Do you understand the progress of the natural gas pipeline in Bolivia?" Guo Shouyun said after a moment of indulgence.


    "Since the completion of the business split with Pacific Energy Group, I haven''t paid attention to it anymore! However, according to the progress of the project, it should be completed soon."


    After annexing An in 2001, Pacific Energy took over its infrastructure projects in South America, with the highest investment being the two natural gas pipelines in Bolivia and Colombia.


    Bolivia''s natural gas pipeline planning is from Santa Cruz, its main natural gas producing area, to Campo Grande and Sao Paulo in Brazil. The main pipeline is 1,300 miles long, with a total length of 1,500 miles and a total investment of 3.7 billion US dollars.


    The Colombian natural gas pipeline runs from the main natural gas producing area on its eastern coast to Bogota, and then continues southward from Bogota to Brasilia in Brazil, Santa Fe in Paraguay and Buenos Aires in Argentina. The main pipeline is 2,100 miles long. , with a total length of 3,000 miles and a total investment of 7.5 billion US dollars.


    This horizontal and vertical, two natural gas pipelines are part of Enron''s ambitious "Grand Cross Plan", which aims to master the South American natural gas sales market and become a real market hegemon!


    To be honest, Enron''s stock price did rise as quickly as it had hoped when the staggeringly big plan was announced.


    It is a pity that this plan was just a play by Enron CFO Andrew Fastow in cooperation with financial institutions such as Citi, Merrill Lynch, First Boston, etc., in order to withdraw funds from the stock market to make up for Enron''s financial deficit. Of course, these financial institutions can also get a huge profit share.


    However, in order to block Yoyo''s mouth and keep its stock price from falling rapidly, Enron did invest a lot in these two plans. But it''s really nothing compared to the benefits.


    When Guo Shouyun took over Enron, he checked all of its business. Plans for two natural gas pipelines, with the exception of the Bolivian pipeline, which has been built about less than 50 miles, and the Colombian pipeline are only on paper.


    Because it had just taken over Enron, the Pacific Company''s finances were more difficult. Guo Shouyun planned to reduce the scale of the "Grand Cross Project", and the part of the Bolivian pipeline project that was supposed to extend to Brazil was changed to cross the Andes Mountains westward to the Chilean port of Iquique.


    However, after some arguments later, although this reduced the mileage of pipeline construction, the engineering difficulty of crossing the Andis Mountains did not reduce the scale of pipeline investment. Therefore, the plan to cross the Andes was scrapped, and the plan from Santa Cruz to Sao Paulo was still used.


    As for Colombia, the original 3,000-mile, 7.5 billion-dollar amazing plan has been replaced by a 200-mile main pipeline from Santa Marta to Bogota, with a total length of 320 miles, which has shrunk by more than half. The reason for this is one financial problem; the other is the chaotic law and order in the rainforest area of ??southern Colombia, which seriously threatens the safety of the pipeline.


    Now the pipeline project in Colombia has been completed after shrinking by more than half, and the pipeline project in Bolivia has been repaired to Campo Grande when he last asked. Now according to the progress of the project, it is indeed nearing the end.


    The main purpose of his visit to Brazil this time is to bid for offshore oil and to win the Tupi, the largest pre-salt oil field in Brazil in the future; another purpose is to build a natural gas pipeline.


    Pacific Group has two major businesses, one is power plant construction, electricity distribution and retailing, and the other is natural gas pipeline construction, natural gas distribution and retailing. The former takes China as its investment center, while the latter takes South America as its center.


    Of course, it''s not that Guo Shouyun doesn''t want to invest in China, but China''s natural gas market has just opened up, and the fields he can enter are very limited. The most notable example is the West-East Gas Pipeline. He once asked Jonathan Weir, the CEO of Pacific Energy Group in China, to tentatively inquire about the possibility of participating in shares, but there is no news so far.


    After a final discussion with Rebecca Mark about the oil bid, she was let go.


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    The next day, because the date of the oil bid is Nov. 5, there is still a week left. In addition, with Rebecca Mark staring at him, Guo Shouyun didn''t have to pay attention too early.


    "Wang Jue, you stay with Xiaojing to watch the house. Matthew, you go out with me."


    The first time I came to the famous Rio de Janeiro, Guo Shouyun certainly wanted to take a good tour.


    "Boss, can''t I go with you?" Wang Jue said quickly. She really didn''t want to be left at home by Guo Shouyun every time.


    "The law and order here is not very good. Your pretty face and temperament are too eye-catching. I don''t want to get into trouble for no reason when I go shopping!"


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, and after finishing speaking with a smile, he turned around and led Matthew towards the door.


    Looking at his back, Wang Jue gritted his silver teeth unwillingly!


    "Disappointed?"


    Wu Xiaojing walked over and said.


    After looking at her, Wang Jue said coldly, "Don''t tell me you don''t!"


    "Who doesn''t have an idea for such a good man? However, in this matter, we shouldn''t be enemies! So you don''t have to be on guard against me." After the words were finished, looking at the frowning Wang Jue, Wu Xiaojing smiled softly, "You Wouldn''t you be stupid enough to believe that someone like a boss who already has a fortune of over 100 billion at a young age and has more than $500 billion in assets would really fall in love with a woman?"


    "Of course not. It''s not like I haven''t seen the relationship between the boss and that Hollywood actress named Eva Green." After a pause, Wang Jue suddenly said, "Do you want to unite with me?"


    Wu Xiaojing nodded, "That''s right! Since ancient times, this harem has been fighting for favor it will not end well if you fight alone."


    After Wang Jue was silent for a moment, "With your talent and appearance, you can find a good and successful person to marry. Why do you want to go this route?"


    "Why are you?"


    "I''ve been used to seeing disgusting marriages since I was a child. From the moment I left home to go to college, I decided to live alone in this life. So marriage is not a happy choice for me. I just want money and status. , being with the boss is a shortcut."


    After being together for a long time, Wu Xiaojing also understands Wang Jue''s family background. If she grew up in an environment where sons were preferred over daughters, and her parents often quarreled over a few dollars, and even fought a lot, she would also become an unmarried family.


    After Wu Xiaojing nodded clearly, "I''m not the same as you. It''s really hard to return to ordinary after seeing the prosperity of the world."


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 Chapter 556： i want to sleep boss

    ?Chapter 556 I want to sleep with the boss


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    "What''s the meaning?"


    "It''s very simple. When we follow the boss, we see the president of the United States, the chairman of the Federal Reserve, the patriarch of the Morgan family, who are the top dignitaries who really control the world. Even those CEOs of big companies who are high in the eyes of ordinary people in the outside world, in the We will be respectful and respectful in front of us. And if we leave here, we will be at best the high-level executives of an ordinary big company. Although we are considered elites in the eyes of ordinary people, compared to now, it is really the difference between heaven and earth. I don''t want to let myself regret after experiencing this kind of gap!"


    After a pause, Wu Xiaojing folded her arms and smiled, "It is said that when a man sees a beautiful woman, it is like having a relationship with her, and when a woman sees a good man, she also thinks like this. I have been with the boss for a long time, and I want to sleep with him too."


    Looking at Wang Jue, who was staring at him with his mouth open, "Don''t be so surprised, this world is all about equality between men and women. Isn''t it normal to want to have **** with a handsome and young man? As for marriage, if you get that If you can get happiness with just a piece of paper, then I will definitely choose marriage. Unfortunately, in this increasingly open society, most people can��t survive the seven-year itch. Even if they do, how much of it is for the sake of their children in the future? "


    "So, instead of being bound by marriage, I might as well choose to be single. At least I can sleep with my boss, have children, get money and status, and have freedom!"


    "I really didn''t expect you to think like this!" After Wang Jue heard this, he shook his head in disbelief.


    "You have also studied in the United States, and you know that I have a lot of situations here. In addition, I believe that with the development of China''s economy, there will be more and more women like me in the future. In addition, although I want to sleep with the boss, I don''t think so. I''m going to pounce on like those beautiful but untalented women. In that case, I''m just a vase to the boss. It''s hard to think about him again after getting old and fading. So, I want to change To be better, to know more of his secrets, to become his indispensable right and left hand, and then to dedicate yourself and push the relationship to a higher level, then you can get a higher reward!"


    "It''s really hard for you to be so deliberate!" Wang Jue said sarcastically.


    "Aren''t you the same!"


    Wang Jue was dumbfounded. Although there may be some differences in the way the two achieve their goals, they do both want the same thing.


    "Since you have already made a plan, why are you joining me?"


    "Combination benefits both." Wu Xiaojing smiled and continued, "Although we never thought of marrying the boss, we have to make sure that there will be no new beautiful secretary by his side."


    "What if I join you? Isn''t that Eva Green in the boss''s bed?"


    "She''s just a pretty vase. She''s just a mess around the boss, so how can she compare to us?!"


    "What about the one in San Francisco?"


    "If the husband does not fight, nothing can compete with him! This is also a smart person. As long as she has the back of the Roosevelt family, her status as the real Mrs. Guo will not be threatened. So she never cares about the boss''s private affairs outside. Otherwise, you really Do you think she doesn''t know about that Eva Green?" After a pause, Wu Xiaojing sighed, "It''s a pity that we don''t have that kind of background, otherwise, as long as we take care of the children and housework safely at home; The enjoyment is endless, and the status and status are highly respected!"


    "If I hadn''t read your resume, I would have thought you studied psychology!"


    "Having time to read more "Twenty-Four Histories" will help a lot." Wu Xiaojing smiled.


    After Wang Jue nodded, "Although you have a good plan. But you have been with the boss for so long. He has never thought about us."


    "Rabbits don''t eat grass! And although we are beautiful, the boss sees too many beautiful women. If he doesn''t take the initiative, he will always maintain a relationship with us." After a pause, Wu Xiaojing turned her head and said, "Since you If you want to sleep with the boss, you already have a plan. By the way, don''t tell me ''fighting''. Not to mention shame, the chance of failure is high, and it can also implicate me. "


    Wang Jue rolled his eyes, "Although I''m not as deliberate as you are, I''m not that stupid either!"


    "so what?"


    "You''ll know then!"


    When the words fell, Wang Jue turned and walked towards the room. Looking at her back, Wu Xiaojing smiled slightly, "Hey, didn''t we agree to join forces? Shouldn''t this kind of thing be communicated in advance and do it together?!"


    Guo Shouyun, who went out, naturally didn''t know that his two secretaries were trying to get him into bed. Otherwise, they must be replaced immediately.


    "Boss, where are we going?"


    "Go for a walk on the beach first, taste local delicacies at noon, and go to Mount Bread and Monte Cristo in the afternoon!" After a brief consideration, Guo Shouyun made up his mind.


    His villa itself is not far from the sea, so it didn''t take much time to come to the sea. In addition, the urban planning of Rio de Janeiro is really not much better than that of Mumbai, India. The villa area where the rich live is separated from the poor area by a road. Therefore, in this beautiful seaside beach, in addition to tourists and wealthy people, adults and children in slums are also enjoying the beautiful beach and warm sunshine lazily.


    At the end of October, it is already cool late autumn for those in the northern hemisphere. But for Rio de Janeiro, which is in the southern hemisphere, it is spring and summer, and it is on the Tropic of Cancer, so the temperature during the day is basically around 29 degrees, which is the time to wear T-shirts and shorts.


    Guo Shouyun and Matthew bought two pairs of beach pants, and without looking for any cover, they took off their clothes and changed them. Here, what the naked women have is that no one comes to see the two men.


    "Boss, what are we playing?"


    "Of course a jet ski!"


    When he was on land, Guo Shouyun never raced because he was worried about his own life. But when he came to sea, the first project he played was always a motor boat.


    Matthew, who had expected this answer for a long time, quickly pointed Guo Shouyun to the motorboat rental office he was optimistic about in advance.


    The two changed their clothes, and after having a fast and furious addiction at sea, they lay down on the beach chair rented next to them.


    But before he could lie down for five minutes, an old football that flew from nowhere slammed into his left arm.


    Matthew, who had been paying attention to his safety, changed his face and quickly stood up, looking at the four directions with alert eyes. If something went wrong, he was ready to greet the guards waiting on the shore.


    "Relax, don''t be so nervous."


    After seeing a group of children running towards him, Guo Shouyun patted Matthew on the shoulder.


    "Sorry, we didn''t mean to!"


    A boy of about twelve or thirteen years old, with a dark complexion, a naked upper body and faint sweat, said awkwardly to Guo Shouyun.


    Behind him, there are three other children of about the same age.


    Guo Shouyun flipped the soccer ball in his hands, and said on a whim, "You guys were playing beach soccer just now?"


    "Um!"


    "Can you take me a piece?"


    "bring you?"


    The little guy looked at him in surprise.


    "What, can''t you?"


    "No!" After shaking his head, "But there are only eight of us!"


    He pointed to not far away and was looking here, and there was no companion coming over.


    "Isn''t that right, plus the two of us, it''s a lineup for an official beach soccer game!"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to Matthew next to him.


    The little guy hesitantly looked back at a few friends, and after discussing each other, "Okay, but you have to obey the rules."


    "Of course!"


    Following them back to the field, Guo Shouyun took a look and saw that there was nothing similar to the real beach football field except for the two goals made of simple plastic. But it is also normal, how can a few children have a real beach football field. Playing football... is the greatest joy for them.


    After dividing Matthew and Guo Shouyun into the two teams, everyone started kicking. To be honest, Guo Shouyun watched a lot of football in his last life and played less. He is very strong in basketball in this life, and football is basically a layman. So on the field, despite his height and long legs, he was still played by a few children.


    In order to avoid continuing to be embarrassed in the public, Guo Shouyun, who had had enough fun, decisively stopped the game.


    After buying some drinks and distributing them to the children, Guo Shouyun sat down next to the little guy who had kicked the ball on his head earlier. Because in the previous game, he had the best technique and scored the most goals.


    "What''s your name?"


    "Neymar!"


    "Pfft...cough cough!"


    "Boss, are you all right?" Matthew looked at Guo Shouyun, who was coughing with a mouthful of water, and quickly asked.


    "It''s okay!" After waving his hand, "I drank too quickly and choked! It''s okay!"


    After patting his chest and feeling much better, Guo Shouyun turned his head, looked at the bewildered little guy beside him, and asked again, "I didn''t hear you clearly, what was your name just now?"


    "Neymar! Neymar da Silva Junior!"


    Afraid that the man in front of him would make another mess, Neymar subconsciously reported his full name.


    "It''s not so coincidental, is it? Going to the beach, can you meet the future famous Barcelona ''Kill Matt''?"


    After looking at the child in front of him again, Guo Shouyun confirmed his guess. Although it is still very young, it is indeed the big face of Neymar in later generations that resembles Zhang Zhen~Yue!


    Now that you have encountered a treasure, there is no reason to let it go. In other words, he has been planning to buy Manchester United! As soon as his eyes rolled, Guo Shouyun had an idea in his heart.


    "I saw that you played very well just now, have you signed the club yet?"


    "No! But Dad said that he will take me to Santos in a while! I will join the Santos Junior Team." Children always don''t want others to look down on themselves.

 Chapter 557： Neymar

    ?Chapter 557 Neymar


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    Santos Football Club, although its strength is not as strong as Corinthians, Sao Paulo and other clubs in recent years, it has an irresistible attraction for young players in the field of Brazilian youth training. In addition to the lightning attack she implements that is more in line with the temperament of young players, it has also cultivated a team of Coutinho, Bebe, Robinho, Diego, and the king''s "Pele".


    It''s a shrine that''s hard to say no to for any young player who aspires to play football for a future.


    "I''m a football agent and scout. If you don''t mind taking me to see your father, I can talk to him and bring you to a better football club!" Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it and then said.


    "Agent? Scout?"


    Neymar''s eyes were full of suspicion, because this man''s game was so bad. But looking at his temperament at that time, it was very similar to those big men I saw on TV.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Your talent is very good, you must be a talented player on the football field in the future! Just like Kaka!"


    Neymar''s eyes lit up, and Kaka, as the star of Sao Paulo, was no stranger to him. After the latter joined AC Milan with 8.5 million euros, the news that he quickly became the main force of the family has also appeared in the newspapers many times. The latter is now the idol of almost all Brazilian children.


    "real?"


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    The child doesn''t have much fuss, and his compliments quickly cheered Neymar up.


    "Thank you!"


    After smiling, "Can you take me to see your father now?"


    "Um!"


    The little guy nodded happily and walked in front of him swiftly to guide him. Guo Shouyun changed his clothes and followed behind with ''digging treasure'' and a bit of curiosity.


    Looking at his back, Matthew felt a little helpless. Why was this boss suddenly interested in an eleven- or twelve-year-old child? Why didn''t he see that the kid named Neymar had any talent for playing football? However, after thinking about it, he didn''t dare to interfere with the boss''s affairs.


    Guo Shouyun originally thought that Neymar''s home was in the slum behind the villa. After all, he knew that Neymar''s family was very poor when he was a child. But unexpectedly, the other party took him into the villa area where he was also staying. Although a little surprised, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much.


    The other party took him around a few turns and came to the door of a small villa. Just when Neymar was about to push the door in, he suddenly stopped.


    Out of curiosity, Guo Shouyun just wanted to ask the reason. A voice suddenly reached his ears.


    "Irina, I beg you, I only need 10,000 reals. Neymar is really talented. He will become a star in the future and will repay you thousands of times."


    "Silva, don''t daydream. When you were young, you wanted to be a star, but your parents used all the money in the family for you to train with the Sao Paulo Junior Team. But what happened later? Did you become a star? Kick I''ve been playing for a few years, but I''m still not a car mechanic!... If you use this money to study, you may be as successful as I am now. So I advise you to honestly let Neymar study, he is not at all To be a football player!"


    "Irina, Neymar is different from me, he is really talented. Coach Betinho also said that his future is limitless...!"


    "Then let that Betinho coach lend you money, I don''t have it here. Well, take your things and go, I''m not welcome here!"


    Then something rang out from something still on the ground.


    With a ''bang'', Neymar, who was standing beside Guo Shouyun, pushed open the door vigorously and ran in.


    "Dad, let''s go!"


    There was boundless anger in his tender voice, and he was obviously disgusted by his father''s humiliation.


    "Neymar? Didn''t I tell you to come back at noon?"


    "When I was playing at the beach, I met a football agent and he wanted to sign me."


    "real?"


    "Um!"


    "Football agent? I think you''ve run into a liar!"


    Hearing the sarcastic voice, Guo Shouyun walked in along the open door. In a very ordinary yard, there are some gifts scattered on the ground, as well as two old leather bags of different sizes. From the open gap of the leather bags, you can see the change of clothes and some odds and ends.


    A middle-aged man wearing a slightly old black shirt, jeans and a pair of leather shoes with obvious signs of wear on the corners, with a slender face, a little messy hair, and a face cut by life''s knives and axe, showing a sad look, standing in the yard central. Neymar stood by his side, clearly the smug father from before.


    In addition, a middle-aged woman wearing a red T-shirt, dark trousers and Gramulfi''s half-heeled shoes, exuding a domineering temperament and a well-kept face, was standing on the steps of the villa.


    Obviously, she is the aloof ''Irina''.


    After taking a panoramic view of the situation in the yard, Guo Shouyun walked to the old Silva''s side, smiled and stretched out his right hand towards him.


    "Hello, I''m Shou Yun Guo, the football agent and private scout of Bevin Economic Sports Company!"


    "Hello!"


    Old Silva held Guo Shouyun''s right hand a little embarrassedly.


    "Sir, your son is an excellent football genius. I would like to sign him to our company, and if you wish, we can find a place to sit down and talk."


    "Really?" Old Silva was a little surprised and a little unbelievable.


    "certainly!"


    "Bevin Sports Economic Company, I think it''s a scam company, there is no such economic company in Brazil!" The middle-aged woman next to her suddenly sneered.


    "It''s okay to be ignorant, don''t come out and be embarrassed!"


    "you��!"


    "Matthew, pack up Mr. Silva''s things, let''s go!" Guo Shouyun interrupted directly.


    "Yes!"


    "No, I''ll do it myself!"


    He came to Rio de Janeiro from Sao Paulo this time to borrow money from his developed sister so that his son Neymar could play in Santos'' junior team. So, bring some simple changes of clothes and some temporary purchases of gifts. A few people started, and it took less than ten minutes to finish.


    "Silva, if you beg me, maybe I''ll be able to lend you the money because you''re my brother. But if you leave now, don''t even think about borrowing a penny from me in the future. money."


    Just when Old Silva was about to turn around and leave, the middle-aged woman suddenly said loudly.


    "Dad, don''t!"


    Neymar grabbed his father''s shirt and whispered. He didn''t want his father to make a fool of himself for himself.


    "Mr. Silva, please rest assured. After our company signed an economic contract with Neymar, we will be responsible for all his expenses before signing the player contract. You don''t need to pay a cent." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Really?" Old Silva said in surprise.


    "Of course! This is our company''s perk for talented players."


    "That''s great."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Let''s go!"


    After Old Silva glanced at the ugly elder sister, he gritted his teeth and followed Guo Shouyun out of here.


    "Silva, don''t you regret it!"


    His sister''s voice made his body tremble. But after taking a deep breath, his footsteps became firmer.


    Seeing his performance, Guo Shouyun smiled slightly and walked out together.


    "Sir, where are we going next?" Old Silva asked after coming outside.


    "I have a house here too, let''s chat there!"


    Compared with Silva''s sister''s house, Guo Shouyun''s villa is further inside, with a higher terrain, closer to the coastline, and of course the scenery is better. The area, decoration and price are also the top ones in the whole villa area.


    "boss!"


    As soon as they entered the house, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing responded.


    "Get them two glasses of juice!"


    The two glanced at each other with a little surprise, as if Grandma Liu entered the Silva and his sons in the Grand View Garden, then turned and left.


    "Mr. Silva, please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    Old Silva took his son and sat down on the sofa in the living room a little embarrassed. If at first he had some doubts that the football agent who claimed to be Guo Shouyun was a liar, then after seeing this villa several times bigger and more luxurious than his sister''s house, his doubts had already disappeared.


    After Wang Jue brought the juice, "Mr. Silva, let''s be honest. I''m not a football agent. But I''m a shareholder of a football company. I can make your son, Neymar, sign under our company. .UU Reading ��


    "It''s the babe you said just now...!"


    "Bevin Sports Economics!" After a pause, "perhaps our company does not have a high reputation in South America, but in Europe, we are one of the top sports companies. It owns the Toure brothers, Frank Li Berry, Luca Toni, Diego Milito, Marcos Senna, Didier Drogba, Ruud Ruud Struy, Miroslav Klose and other famous players. In addition, Manu El Pellegrini and Roberto Mancini are our signing coaches."


    Guo Shouyun originally planned to let Al Bevin sign Josep Guardiola as the coach of the company. But after not being a player, they quickly put themselves under the command of their younger brother Pere Guardiola. This made Guo Shouyun''s plan come to nothing. However, Al Bevan is also considered to be very skilled. I didn''t get Guardiola, but I got the other candidates recommended by Guo Shouyun who looked more difficult. Among them were Pellegrini and Mancini.


    "In addition, in the basketball field, we also have some NBA stars such as LeBron James, Dwight Wade and Yao Ming!"


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 Chapter 558： South America

    ?Chapter 558 South America Region


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    Perhaps out of guilt for Molly Bevan, Guo Shouyun has given Al Bevan a lot of support in recent years. Including using his influence and previous knowledge in the United States to hand over future NBA stars such as James and Wade, as well as Yao Ming''s international agency contracts to him. It''s a pity that ''Melon'' Anthony has long been won by his friend Bey Fraser, otherwise the best player of the 03 Platinum Generation will be wrapped up by Bevin Sports Economics.


    Old Silva has been a player. Although he does not know much about basketball, he is very clear about the football world, especially the top five leagues in the football world. He doesn''t know all the football players Guo Shouyun mentioned, but he does know some of them.


    When he got here, he basically believed that Guo Shouyun was indeed the owner or shareholder of a large sports economic company.


    "If my son signs up for your company, how are you going to nurture him?"


    "I have two options for you to choose from here. One, we can bring him to Europe and join those teams with better youth training facilities and training. After Neymar has enough strength and is qualified for age, we I will help him fight for a place in the first team. Second, let him stay in Brazil, as you planned before, let him enter the Santos junior team, slowly start to exercise, and grow step by step. After playing in the Brazilian league, in the into the Europa League."


    "Both methods have their own advantages and disadvantages. Going to Europe now, he can get more scientific training and growth, and compete with outstanding talents from all over the world. But again, going to Europe means that Neymar has to leave home and go to a strange place. The environment. Although our company will pay him all the costs before signing the player contract, we cannot give his family the care."


    "The latter method is a model that most Brazilian players will follow, and there will be enough experience to learn from in the future. In addition, he can also stay by your side, with your company and supervision, I believe it is also true for him. An encouragement."


    "Dad, I want to stay!"


    Neymar said quickly. Although he likes football, he is reluctant to leave his family immediately and go to Europe. And he believes he can play well even in Brazil.


    Old Silva was also reluctant to leave his son by his side.


    "Mr. Guo, we hope to choose the second option and let him go to Santos."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "With all due respect, are you living in Sao Paulo now?"


    "Yes!"


    "Then why didn''t he go to the youth team in Sao Paulo?"


    There was a hint of embarrassment on Old Silva''s face, and after hesitating for a while, Ai said: "Their supervisor and coach don''t recognize Neymar too much!"


    Guo Shouyun understood, "I believe they will regret it in the future. Neymar is an excellent football genius."


    Hearing this, Old Silva breathed a sigh of relief. He was really scared. Guo Shouyun gave up signing his son after hearing that Neymar was rejected by Sao Paulo. By then, he was really desperate.


    "...Where do you live now?"


    "We just got here this morning, and we don''t have a place yet."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Xiaojing, find a hotel for Mr. Silva and Neymar to stay."


    "Yes!"


    "You stay first, I will let the company contact you, and then arrange for Neymar to join the Santos Junior Team and the next training plan for him."


    "Thank you so much!"


    "You''re welcome! I also liked your son''s genius!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun patted Neymar on the shoulder, "I''m waiting for you to win the European Cup and the World Cup in the future. Don''t let me down!"


    "Um!"


    The little guy nodded vigorously.


    After asking Wu Xiaojing to take them away, Guo Shouyun stood in front of the door and watched for a while, then returned to the study, found Al Bevan''s phone and called.


    "What are you doing?"


    "Review the information of a few players....Bruce, why do you have time to call me? Isn''t there another good player recommended to me?" Al Bevan laughed.


    "There is indeed one!"


    "real?"


    This time it was Al Bevan''s turn to be surprised, he was only joking before.


    "Of course, otherwise why would I call you!"


    "Great, what''s his name? Where is he? How old is he?"


    The players and coaches recommended by Guo Shouyun are all excellent and powerful. Along with their growth, Bevin Sports Agency has not only gained fame and fortune, but has also become one of the fastest-growing and most high-profile economic companies in Europe.


    Therefore, now Al Bevan is a **** to the words of his cheap brother-in-law.


    "In Brazil, the name is Neymar da Silva Junior, Brazilian, now 11 years old."


    "Brazilian? Eleven?!"


    "Listen to the tone, you don''t seem to want it!"


    "Hey, how is that possible. The person you recommend, I want in my dreams. But why do you like him? Shouldn''t you be in the United States now?"


    "Unocal is going to participate in the sixth round of bidding for oil exploration by the Brazilian Petroleum Administration, and I happened to be here on a business trip. That kid named Neymar was discovered by accident. Also, let me tell you, this kid named Neymar is the one I have met. One of the best players and he has the potential to be Brazil''s next ''Pele''!"


    "Pele? Pele? Bruce, you''re not kidding anymore, are you?"


    "Do you think I''m joking now?"


    Neymar is certainly not Pele, they are the pinnacle of their respective eras. But without something shocking, how can Al Bevin really value Neymar!


    "Is he really as good as you say?"


    "Better than you think!"


    "I really want to meet this little guy after hearing what you said!"


    "I''m in Rio de Janeiro, come over if you have time. By the way, how was the last time I told you?"


    "We signed Bolt, Phelps already had an agent, we didn''t make it!"


    "It''s good to have a harvest!" After a pause, "That''s all I have to say. If you''re fine, then hang up!"


    "It''s not too late to meet and talk. I''ll let someone book a flight now!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun briefly thought for a moment and then dialed Wendy.


    "Dear, is something wrong?"


    "How are the children?"


    "Gordon took them out to play, stayed at the farm for the night, and won''t be back until tomorrow."


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, "Wendy, how much money do we have at home now?"


    "Counting the funds you entered this month, there are still 370 million US dollars!"


    Guo Shouyun''s personal income mainly includes his salary and dividends as chairman of the board of directors of various companies, copyright income from writing books, copyright income from design inventions, investment income, etc. Comprehensive income. Without calculating the company''s assets, this part of the income alone can bring him a revenue of 700 million to 900 million per year, and the tax deduction is only 300 to 500 million US dollars. Enough for his family and to fulfill some of his special needs.


    "You use the money to buy shares in Manchester United from the London Stock Exchange."


    "Manchester United? You mean the Manchester football team?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Why do you suddenly think of buying a football team?"


    "I''ve always loved football and I''ve been interested in Manchester United!"


    "Okay! But you know the atmosphere in the Premier League is very conservative. Murdoch''s acquisition of Manchester United failed, and we have little hope of success."


    "After the successful acquisition of Chelsea by the Russian tycoon, the Premier League is no longer the Premier League it used to be. Also, there is no need to rush to buy the fractional shares of Manchester United in the market. It can reach 10% by the end of the year and 30% within six months. "


    "clear!"


    "I''ll tell Stephen to find some traders for you to help!"


    After explaining to Wendy, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    Although in the original history, the Glazer family who acquired Manchester United will only enter the game next year. But since he intends to succeed in the acquisition ahead of the other party, it is time to start.


    After Neymar''s episode, Guo Shouyun has no intention of going out again. However, Al Bevan came sooner than he expected. He called him early the next morning.


    "Bruce, I''m here, where are you?"


    "You''re here? So fast!"


    "You said he was comparable to the football king Bailey, can I be unhappy?"


    After Guo Shouyun told him his address and the hotel where Silva and his son lived, "You go and sign the person first, take a test by the way, and we will meet and talk at night."


    "Okay, I''ll find you tonight!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun was no longer sleepy. After simply packing up, I got up.


    "Boss, this is the interview letter I just received!"


    While Guo Shouyun was having breakfast, Wang Jue handed over a fax.


    "John Watson, Executive Vice President of Chevron Texaco?" Guo Shouyun thought for a moment, "Call Rebecca and ask him if he is the person in charge of Chevron''s bid for Petrobras! "


    After Wang Jue nodded, he quickly asked about John Watson from Rebecca Mark.


    "Everything is as expected by the boss!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, looked at the letter in his hand, and after a moment of indifference, "Go and reply to him, I will receive him here tomorrow morning."


    "Yes!"


    After Wang Jue left, Guo Shouyun looked at the time.


    "Xiaojing, when Travis arrives later, you can take him directly to my study."


    "Yes, boss!"


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun wiped his mouth and turned to go upstairs.


    I looked at the documents sent by the various companies under it, and after processing some of them, there was a knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    "Boss, Mr. Scott is here."


    Behind Wu Xiaojing, a tall, bald middle-aged man in a black suit stepped in. He is now Travis Scott, president of Pacific Energy Group''s South America region.


    Seeing him come in, Guo Shouyun put down the pen in his hand, got up and walked around from the desk to the front, and then stretched out his right hand.


    "Travis, we haven''t seen each other for half a year, haven''t we?"


    After quickly holding the right hand that the big boss took the initiative to stretch out, "It has been four months since the last mid-year meeting."


    "Four months is not too short....Sit!"


    "thank you boss!"


    The two sat down one after the other in the reception area of ??Guo Shouyun''s study.


    After Wu Xiaojing served the tea, she consciously stood aside.


    "I read the group''s report, and your business in South America is progressing well."


    While talking, Guo Shouyun made him a cup of tea after drinking tea.


    Because of his status as a big boss, Travis, who has a certain degree of research on Chinese culture, held up the teacup. After expressing his thanks, "I would also like to thank the head office for the financial support, otherwise our business in South America would not develop that much. quick."


    "Are you still doing research on the southern extension of the Colombian natural gas pipeline?" Guo Shouyun asked after nodding his head.


    "Is it on hold for now or because of the chaotic situation in Colombia?"


    "Yes! The law and order in the urban area of ??Columbia is acceptable, but there are too many armed forces in the southern rainforest area. Our natural gas pipeline must pass through the dense forest area, and it is impossible to arrange security personnel to patrol all the time, which costs a lot of money. Too high. If left alone, I am afraid that those armed groups who are limited to financial difficulties will be happy to blackmail us with the conditions of blowing up the pipeline.��


    "So if we want to complete our natural gas pipeline network layout in South America, we can only start from the relatively economically developed coastal areas?"


    "Yes! The ''Cross Plan'' inherited from Enron is definitely not good. Instead, the layout along the coastline is more suitable. The economy here is relatively developed, the population is dense, and the public security situation is relatively good. Whether it is from a market perspective or a security perspective. is the most appropriate."


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 Chapter 559： Natural Gas Pipeline

    ?Chapter 559 Natural Gas Pipelines


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    "Is there a further plan?" Guo Shouyun nodded and asked.


    "Have!"


    Travis opened the briefcase he was carrying, took out a map manuscript from it, and put it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    ��At present, regarding the extension of the Colombian natural gas pipeline, we currently have two options. First, the southern route; that is, the main pipeline runs from Bogota to Pereira, and then extends southeast along the Cauca Valley, connecting Caralca, Cali, Popayan, Pasto, the end point is Quito, the capital of Ecuador, with a total length of 340 miles. The secondary pipeline connects Medellin, Quibudo, Ibague, Manizales and Neva, with a total length of 275 miles miles. The entire pipeline is 615 kilometers long, with a total investment of $1.8 billion and a construction planning period of five years.��


    ��The second option is the northern route. That is, the main pipeline runs from Bucaramanga, Colombia, to C��cuta. After crossing the border, in Venezuela, starting from San Cristobal, along the Andes to Brazil Rencia, and then along the coast to Guyana City, a total length of 320 miles. The secondary pipeline connects Barinas, Guanare and Bolivar City with a total length of 110 miles. The entire pipeline is 430 miles long and has a total investment of 1.4 billion US dollars. The planning and construction period is also five years.��


    "How is your contact with the governments of the three countries?"


    "Ecuador has already negotiated. Colombia and Venezuela are not yet fully determined."


    The pipeline in Ecuador is less than a section of 100 kilometers, of course it is easy to talk about.


    "Where is the difficulty?"


    "There is no problem with the government. They also hope to absorb foreign funds and improve domestic infrastructure. The main thing is sales channels. We must build the market before construction. Otherwise, if such a high investment is not profitable, then our losses will be lost. too big."


    "This kind of thing is too difficult to advance with the strength of our family alone. It is necessary to unite with local forces!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "We have negotiated the supply of gas with Petroleos de Colombia and Petroleos de Venezuela, but some local power generation companies, as well as gas distribution and retail establishments, have not agreed to our terms!"


    ��If necessary, the Colombian gas pipeline business can be spun off into a separate entity. We have a 51% controlling stake in it and have management rights, and then split the rest among the larger power plants and gas distribution. institutions, as well as two upstream companies, PETRONAS and PETRONAS.��


    Over the years, Guo Shouyun has gradually changed his habit of eating alone and enjoying all the benefits. Everyone gathers firewood and the flame is high, and the words of the ancestors are still the most reasonable words.


    For things to go smoothly, the interests of the vast majority of people must be taken care of.


    ����Also, Pacific Energy Group itself has electricity and gas distribution and retail business, and the company can expand downstream in both countries. Increase its own power generation scale, as well as distribution and retail network. In this way, we have room for negotiation Bigger and better able to secure conditions in our favor.��


    "We''re already doing it, Venezuela has got a head start, but Colombia hasn''t made any progress."


    "Why? We invested the earliest in Colombia, and we already have a pipeline from Santa Marta to Bogota. It should be easier than Venezuela." Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "Boss, the situation in Colombia is too chaotic. The extension of the Colombian natural gas pipeline we want to develop is under the control of the Colombian Self-Defense Forces, and it is difficult for them to contact them." Travis smiled wryly.


    "Colombian Self-Defense Forces?...Aren''t they in the southern jungle, how did they get to the southeast coast?"


    "The ''National Liberation Army'' that originally controlled this place was destroyed by the Self-Defense Forces and the ''Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia'', and the two sides divided their territory. The Self-Defense Forces got several provinces such as Nari?o and Cauca. The Revolutionary Armed Forces got parts of Guaviare and Meta."


    After listening, Guo Shouyun also felt a headache.


    Today''s Colombia is like the Three Kingdoms era in Chinese history. The government army, guerrillas and paramilitary organizations are in a three-legged situation, and the forces of all parties are basically equal. The guerrillas and paramilitary organizations formed a separate situation in the local area, and no one could eat the other for a while.


    Looking at the big boss''s expression, Travis continued: "Boss, given the chaotic and volatile situation in Colombia, I suggest suspending investment in Colombia, especially the southeastern extension of the natural gas pipeline."


    He has always disagreed with the company''s continued investment in Colombia. But the big boss is very keen on the official natural gas website covering South America, so he has to comply. But now with the right reasons, there is certainly an effort to dismiss the unrealistic plans of the big bosses.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him, "How is our pipeline network under the control of the government army now?"


    ��Since it was built, we have prevented 273 piracy, 158 unstopped vandalisms, and the entire pipeline network is currently at a low profit. If you count our own power plants, as well as distribution and retail operations. The entire Pacific Energy Group The net profit of the integrated business in Colombia is about 8.2%!��


    The construction of the pipeline network from Santa Marta to Bogota has only been completed in one year and two months. It is not a long time to have so many damages, which shows the chaos of the situation here.


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun completely put out the thought of building the southeast extension line. This is the control range of the government forces with the best security in Colombia. If they get out of here, they don''t know what the chaos will be like. Although he wants to build a natural gas official website across South America to change the global energy pattern and establish Pacific Energy''s dominance in the field of natural gas distribution, he also does not want to lose money.


    "Since you don''t think it''s appropriate, suspend the Columbia Pipeline Extension."


    "clear!"


    Travis nodded excitedly.


    "There won''t be so many bad things in Colombia over there in Venezuela, don''t mess up this pipeline for me!"


    Although South American countries are not very peaceful, Venezuela, which holds the big killer of oil in its hands, is relatively better. Although the new President Chavez is a staunch anti-American fighter, no matter how loud the slogan is, he dares not to shake the hegemony of the ''petrodollar'', which is just an air. And compared to Sa ~ Da ~ Mu, this Chavez is more like a politician who uses the guise of being anti-American to increase his popularity, compete for votes, and consolidate power!


    Travis nodded in agreement. Has succeeded in getting big bosses to abandon the Colombian gas pipeline. If even Venezuela gives up, then he, the president of the South American region, is too incompetent. ()


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 Chapter 560： Tukuruvi Power Plant

    Chapter Five Hundred and Sixtieth Tuku Rubi Power Plant


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    "Where is the natural gas pipeline from Santa Cruz to Sao Paulo now?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "It''s already in Londrina, and in three months you can go to Sao Paulo!"


    "Any plans for the next step?"


    After nodding, Travis said, "The next step is to build a building from Victoria, the capital of Espirito Santo, through Rio de Janeiro, Santos, Curitiba, Florian��polis, to the capital of Rio Grande do Sul. Port Regre, a 1,582-mile natural gas pipeline with a total investment of $2.1 billion. In addition, we will use a 33-mile pipeline to connect Sao Paulo and Santos, connecting all our natural gas networks in Brazil.��


    "What about the downstream facilities?"


    "At present, we are negotiating acquisitions with Paul Peter, a major power distributor and generator in Brazil''s southeastern coastal region. The two sides communicate very smoothly. If there is no accident, the contract will be signed this month."


    ''Paul Peter'' is the ninth and seventh largest electricity distributor and generator in Brazil, taking it and taking it together with the Pacific inherited from Enron, Brazil''s fourth largest electricity distributor and generator ''San Elito'', Then in the Brazilian power field, Pacific Energy will be the third largest integrated power operator after Brazil Power and Semik.


    "...In addition, we are still in talks with ''Mir��polis'', the largest domestic gas distributor and retailer in Brazil, and we haven''t made much progress yet! One more thing, currently Petrobras is preparing to launch a connection to Uzbekistan The extension of the gas pipeline from Ruguayana to Port Agre. If this agreement is passed, there will be some competition with our pipeline in the future.��


    At present, there are two main natural gas pipelines in Brazil. The first is the Bolivia-Brazil line. The partners are Petrobras and Enron. Of course, after the annexation of Enron, it was replaced by the current Pacific Energy. The other is the Argentina-Brazil line, which is transported from Parana, Argentina to Uluguaiana, Brazil. The partners are Petrobras, Shell, and BP, with a total investment of 350 million US dollars and a total length of 350 miles.


    Originally, according to the plan of the three companies, after the completion of the Paran��-Uluguaiana pipeline, an extension linking Uluguayana to Porto Alegre was built, and it was planned to be put into operation in 2002. But unfortunately, in January 1999, the financial crisis broke out in Brazil, followed by the financial crisis in Argentina, and the South American economy was turbulent, and the project was shelved until now.


    "When did this happen?"


    "Last week. When we talked to Petrobras about the Porto Alegre to Victoria pipeline, they invited us to work with Pacific Energy."


    "Working with us? What about BP and Shell?"


    Travis shook his head, "Not too sure yet."


    "You can talk to Petrobras, but we need to talk about the natural gas pipeline from Uluguaiana to Port Agre as part of our coastal pipeline extension." Guo Shouyun said after thinking for a while.


    In the long run, Brazil''s natural gas demand is growing. Moreover, the Pacific Energy Company, which has swallowed Enron, has sufficient distribution and retail networks in the Brazilian market. Both the market and the network are relatively mature and meet the requirements of large-scale expansion.


    "clear!"


    "Is the expansion of the Tukuruvi power plant complete?"


    "The final overhaul is currently underway, and we will be able to generate electricity as soon as Bolivia''s natural gas arrives." Travis nodded and said.


    Located in the north of Sao Paulo, the Tuuruvi power plant is a power plant inherited from Enron in the Pacific Ocean, with an installed capacity of 475 megawatts. But in order to meet the growing electricity consumption in and around S?o Paulo, and to take advantage of the natural gas from Bolivia. The entire power plant underwent a major expansion.


    After two years and an investment of US$930 million, the current installed capacity of the new Tukuruvi power plant is 1,358 MW. Not only Pacific''s largest power plant in Brazil, but also the largest power plant in Brazil as a whole.


    "Well done! If the coastal pipeline can pass, choose one of the power plants near Rio de Janeiro and Port Aleg to expand. We can''t let go of the natural gas market, and electricity is our main business."


    "Understood!" After nodding Travis, "Boss, Petrobras Pedro Parente has said many times that he would like to meet you. This time you have arrived in Brazil, do you need to meet him? ?"


    As a powerful figure in Petrobras, Pedro Parente plays a pivotal role in the Brazilian oil field, and it is indeed necessary to see it.


    "You arrange this matter!"


    "Yes!"


    He left after chatting with Travis Best about Pacific Energy''s business development in other countries in South America.


    In the evening, an excited Al Bevan rushed to his home.


    "Bruce, that Neymar is absolutely amazing. He is one of the best young players I have ever seen. As long as he develops well in the future, he will definitely become a superstar at the level of Pele and Ronaldo in the future...!"


    ''Blah blah blah'' said a lot of Al Bevan before stopping after five or six minutes.


    "Why aren''t you excited at all?"


    Guo Shouyun, who looked as usual, smiled lightly: "I have seen Neymar''s excellence long ago, and the time to be excited has long passed. So, what do you think?"


    "That''s right!" Al Bevan, who had calmed down from his excitement, nodded suddenly, "By the way, how did you discover this football genius?"


    "I was just outside the beach and found it when I was out for a walk."


    "For a walk?" Al Bevin said jealously, "Why, as a professional scout, never finds this level of talent on a walk? And you, a layman, can find one football talent after another."


    "This Neymar is, so is the Mesut Ozil in Germany, and so is Gareth Bale in Wales. I can''t compare to you as a scout in a company!"


    Al Bevan''s incredible tone and eyes made people laugh. In fact, let alone him, all the scouts in the world combined may not be as good as him.


    "I am the protagonist''s halo and golden finger, you can''t compare!"


    "The protagonist''s halo? Gold fingers? What do you mean? Golden fingers?"


    The second monk Al Bevin was at a loss.


    Guo Shouyun did not explain in detail, the exquisite words of Greater China lost their charm when translated in English.


    "Now that you understand Neymar''s genius, how are you going to arrange his future?"


    "Aren''t you going to let him go to Santos Football Club?"


    "That''s my plan. But you''re the owner of Bevin Sports Economics."


    "I know. But your plan is right for Neymar. Santos has the best academy in South America. And here, it''s easier for him to play more games. You know, for football players, there''s only more Only by playing games can we grow better. Moreover, Santos'' offensive football is also suitable for Neymar''s forward position. ... By the way, didn''t you say that you plan to buy Manchester United? Now that the Russian local tyrant has bought Chelsea, the Premier League has already been established. It''s a little loose, you''re not ready to start?"


    "I have my plan, don''t worry about it!"


    Al Bevan shrugged, "Is dinner ready, I''m hungry?"


    "You''re really not polite at all."


    "This is no other place, what am I being polite!"


    "Wait, dinner will be ready in a few minutes."


    "That couldn''t be better. By the way, is there a delicious spicy large intestine?"


    After trying the beauty of Chinese food, Al Bevan, who once refused to use animal offal, has now become a loyal believer in spicy large intestine and pork liver vermicelli soup.


    "I know you''re coming, I''ve asked Lao Lin to prepare it, and I''ll bring it to you when I''m done."


    Lin Zhirong, one of the chefs that Guo Shouyun recruited from Huaxia, came to Brazil this time, and he was the most important logistician besides Guo Shouyun''s secretary and bodyguard.


    For food, clothing, housing and transportation, Guo Shouyun is the most particular about food.


    "Hey, that would be better."


    After dinner, the two came to the balcony on the roof of the villa to rest.


    "Do you smoke?"


    Looking at the cigarette he handed over, Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Not interested in!"


    "Your life is really boring."


    "I want to live a few more years and take a good look at the world." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Hey! If you can''t enjoy what you want, there is no point in having a long life!"


    "Different road non-phase plan."


    "I don''t understand what you''re talking about After a pause, Al Bevin glanced at him and said slowly, "Bruce, I heard that you married the Roosevelt family? Want to marry that woman named Wendy? "


    Guo Shouyun frowned. His marriage to the Roosevelt family is not well known among the public. But with Al Bevin''s current financial status and his connection with himself, it''s not difficult to know this.


    "That''s right."


    After briefly thinking about it, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Al Bevan, who had long understood that it was impossible for him to guard his unconscious sister for the rest of his life, did not show much anger.


    In fact, in today''s impetuous society, marriages that can persist for ten years without divorce are rare, but they account for less than half of them. And this is the result of deducting those bachelors, otherwise the proportion is lower.


    "How are you going to settle Molly?"


    "Al, I remember telling you a long time ago. Although Molly and I are not married, in my heart she has long been my wife, and I will not abandon him."


    "I know. But can your fiancee accept that there is another woman in the family?" Al Bevan nodded and said.


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    "In the two years since Molly fell into a coma, Wendy has been taking care of the two children, and even she is taking care of Molly many times. This kind of performance is enough to show that she is a gentle and kind woman, and this is what I The main reason for agreeing to marry her."


    While visiting his nephews and nieces, Al Bevan saw the woman named Wendy Roosevelt. No matter how she felt when she met her or her performance in the past few years, she was indeed, as Guo Shouyun said, a gentle and virtuous lady.


    "Okay. Since you''ve made up your mind, I won''t interfere too much. Dad isn''t as talkative as I am, though. If he knew about you, he wouldn''t say yes. After all, he loves Molly so much. "


    "I know."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, this was also his biggest headache.


    "Al, please try to keep this matter a secret for me."


    "I can keep it a secret for you, but you know, in this society, nothing is an absolute secret."


    "Of course I know. But that''s the only way now."


    After sighing, there was a long silence.


    "How about you, how is it with Olivia?"


    "It''s divided!" Al Bevan muttered.


    "Divided? Why?"


    "After the initial passion faded, the contradiction began to emerge, and we didn''t step over it." Al Bevan shook his head.


    "I think you should think again, Olivia is a good girl."


    "I know. But I can''t live with her in Athens."


    "What''s wrong with Athens?"


    "Athens is fine. But Rudy is very old and Molly''s coma hit him hard. He was in hospital for a week with high blood pressure last month, and I couldn''t leave him to Athens."


    "What? Why didn''t Rudy inform me when he was hospitalized?"


    Although Guo Shouyun did not really marry Molly, in his heart, Rudy Bevin has always been his father-in-law. In terms of relationships, he was closer than Butler Roosevelt.


    "I originally wanted to inform you, but Rudy stopped it." Al Bevan said after a moment of hesitation.


    "It seems that he still hasn''t forgiven me." Guo Shouyun sighed.


    "He''s always regarded Molly as the apple of his eye...!"


    Al Bevan didn''t finish speaking, but Guo Shouyun already understood what he meant. It is said that the daughter is the father''s caring little padded jacket, and the relationship between father and daughter is much deeper than that of father and son.


    "Want to drink?"


    After a moment of silence, Guo Shouyun suddenly turned around and asked.


    "OK!"


    Al Bevan smiled, then nodded in agreement.


    "Matthew, have someone bring some bottles of brandy."


    "Yes!"


    Matthew, who was standing beside him, responded, picked up the radio and explained a few words. Not long after, the two bodyguards came with four bottles of Hennessy XO-grade cherry brandy.


    Brandy belongs to the type with longer storage years and better quality. Generally, it is called VSOP for more than 2 years, XO for more than 6 years, and Napoleon grade for higher years. The higher the year, the higher the value. Many of these well-known cognac brands have XO years of more than 20 or 30 years.


    And Guo Shouyun''s four bottles of Hennessy XO cherry brandy, although not cellared for 20 to 30 years, are well-known cognacs for ten years. The wine is amber in color and exudes a light fruity aroma when opened.


    "Come on, do it!"


    "Just drink like that?"


    Watching Guo Shouyun unscrew the cap of the bottle, without using a cup, and stretched the bottle towards him, Al Bevan asked in shock.


    "It''s fun to drink like this!"


    After seeing his persistence, Al Bevan shook his head, "Forget it, I''ll fight this time too. Do it!"


    "Ding��!"


    With the sound of clinking glasses, the two of them put the bottle to their mouth and drank.


    They drank and chatted, and two hours later, four bottles of ''Hennessy XO Grade Cherry Brandy'' worth more than $50,000 were consumed by them.


    Brandy, as a distilled spirit, has a degree of forty or even fifty degrees. Two bottles of wine are two pounds. No drinker can stand it, let alone them.


    So, in the end, the two managed to get down.


    The next day, Guo Shouyun slept until the afternoon before waking up. The original appointment to meet John Watson, executive vice president of Chevron Texaco, had to be postponed.


    "Boss, this is the hangover soup that Lao Lin made for you!"


    "thanks!"


    After taking the small bowl that Wang Jue handed over, Guo Shouyun felt that his hangover symptoms had eased a little.


    "Where''s Al, give him a bowl."


    "Mr. Bevin is gone."


    "Gone? When?"


    "At ten o''clock this morning, he didn''t bother you when he saw that you weren''t awake. Also, he said he was going to Santos, and he would go back to Europe after finishing his business, so he wouldn''t come to say goodbye to you."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Obviously, Al Bevin personally went to handle Neymar''s joining the junior team of Santos Football Club.


    "This guy can drink much better than me!"


    After sighing, Guo Shouyun suddenly remembered his own business.


    "Is John Watson here?"


    "In the morning, I already called to apologize for you and changed the meeting time to tomorrow morning." Wu Xiaojing said.


    Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief, "You did a good job."


    "This is what I should do."


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, got out of bed, took the clothes handed over by Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing, put them on, and walked out. After a short walk in the villa''s garden, my hangover symptoms have subsided a lot.


    "Boss, it''s Mr. Best''s phone."


    Wang Jue came over with his mobile phone.


    After taking it, "Hello, I''m Guo Shouyun."


    "Boss, I''m Travis. The meeting with Petrobras CEO Mr. Pedro Parente has been asked. He''d be happy to meet you face-to-face and at the time you choose."


    After answering, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, "It will be the sixth round of exploration bidding for the Brazilian Petroleum Administration. Both us and them are very busy during this time, so put the meeting time on the 9th, or later!"


    "Understood, I will notify the other party immediately!"


    "Um!"


    "Do you have any other instructions?"


    "Collect information on the extension of the Argentine-Brazil gas pipeline. I will use it."


    "Yes!"


    After explaining a few more things, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


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    "Calvin, why did the head office send you to Brazil? It''s not worth your COO''s presence just for the exploration tender of the Brazilian Petroleum Agency."


    Looking at his colleagues around him, Calvin Booth, the COO of Chevron Texaco, smiled indifferently: "John, you are still responsible for the Brazilian oil tender. I am here mainly for Pacific Energy''s presence in Brazil. built coastal gas pipelines.��


    After John Watson listened, he was relieved. As long as the head office didn''t trust his ability to work and planned to let Calvin take charge of his own work, it would be fine to fire himself by the way.


    "Brazil Coastal Gas Pipeline? Why haven''t I heard of this?"


    John Watson, who got rid of the troubles in his heart, also turned his attention to the new news he heard for the first time.


    "The Pacific Energy Group has only just discussed this matter with Petrobras. It is still in the confidential stage, and not many outsiders know about it."


    Clearly, Chevron has its own intelligence network in Brazil''s Petrobras or Pacific Group. Of course, this is not surprising. There are many companies in the world that sell information for a living. As long as you can afford it, they can get you the information you want, even if it''s the color of the US President''s underwear.


    "The company intends to get involved?"


    "Well!... The Bolivia-Brazil natural gas pipeline that Pacific Energy cooperated with Petrobras was very successful. It not only monopolized the Bolivian natural gas transmission market in one fell swoop, but also provided good conditions and bargaining power for Unocal to expand the oil industry in Bolivia. Energy itself has provided a strong boost to the expansion of the Brazilian natural gas distribution and retail market, power construction, distribution and retail market. This clustering effect has brought great profits for the future of both companies. So, if there is an opportunity, We can''t miss it either."


    "I see!"


    After nodding clearly, "However, Bruce Guo has always been domineering. He may not be willing to share the profits he has already obtained with us!"


    "No, they haven''t got it yet. Although Petrobras and Pacific Energy have successfully cooperated on the Bolivia-Brazil natural gas pipeline, it has laid a good foundation for the next cooperation between the two sides on the natural gas pipeline along the eastern coast of Brazil. But we are in Brazil The layout is no worse than that of Pacific and Unocal If you want to block it, it is not difficult. In addition, we have prepared other conditions to convince Bruce Guo."


    "Other conditions?"


    Calvin Booth nodded, "You''ll know then."


    John Watson frowned unconsciously.


    When the company is big, it is inevitable that there will be conflicts of interest and factions. Just like the classic saying, where there are people, there are rivers and lakes. Chevron Texaco is a huge company with more than 60,000 people. It is also normal for office politics to arise internally. The biggest internal dispute now is the result of the last merger. Namely, the dispute between Chevron executives and Texaco executives.


    Calvin Booth belongs to Texaco, and he was originally Texaco''s CEO. After Chevron bought Texaco for $38 billion in 2001, he became chief operating officer of the new company. Although the power has declined, it is still the third largest within the company after Chairman Alan Henderson and CEO Sean Bradley. Much higher than the executive vice president of John Watson.


    It is said that the first-level official crushes people to death. Although it is biased towards innovative technology companies such as Google and Ruby. But it works well for conservative monopoly oil companies like Chevron Texaco.


    Therefore, although he was a little dissatisfied, John Watson didn''t say much.


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    The car slowly approached Guo Shouyun''s villa in Rio de Janeiro, reported his home, and after passing the inspection by the bodyguards, their car drove in.


    "How afraid of death is he?! I don''t have to go through such a strict inspection when I see the president of Brazil."


    The unhappy John Watson couldn''t help but complained when he got out of the car.


    Calvin Booth, who was listening in his ears, glanced at him, said nothing, and opened the car door and walked out. It''s not his own, so why remind him. It would be better if John Watson made Bruce Guo furious with his inappropriate remarks in the ensuing negotiation and caused big trouble for Chevron Texaco. In this way, John Watson, who is to blame, must be fired by the board of directors. And he can arrange for someone from his own faction to take his place.


    You must know that although Chevron Texaco has a lot of executive vice presidents, they do not exceed ten fingers, and their power is quite large.


    As for angering Bruce Guo, the two sides lost the opportunity to cooperate. Anyway, Chevron Texaco has no apparent loss. With the company''s current huge scale and the general pattern of rising oil prices, even if it cannot cooperate, it will not hinder the company''s growth.


    "Mr. Guo, nice to meet you!"


    After seeing the young man in light cyan casual clothes and a white T-shirt who was walking down the steps of the villa, with a faint smile on his face, Calvin Booth took two steps closer and reached out to him in advance. right hand.


    After holding his right hand, "If I remember correctly, I should meet Mr. Watson today. Why is Mr. Booth here too?"


    "I happened to be on a business trip in Brazil. After learning about today''s appointment, I came with John. I also hope that Mr. Guo will not take me for granted."


    "Of course not. As the COO of Chevron Texaco, Mr. Booth is an honored guest that many people cannot invite."


    "Mr. Guo is very polite!"


    After the two politely said a few words, Guo Shouyun turned his eyes, "Mr. Watson seems to be a little unhappy, wouldn''t it be because of the postponement of the meeting the day before yesterday? If so, I will apologize to Mr. Watson in person, it was true that day. I made a mistake, sorry."


    "Mr. Guo is serious, and I''m not unhappy. It''s just that I''m used to being stern, so it''s easy to be misunderstood. As for the postponement of the last meeting, if Mr. Guo doesn''t say anything, I''ll also call and beg Mr. Guo to put it back together. The meeting is postponed." John Watson said quickly.


    He can become the executive vice president of Chevron Texaco, and he is obviously not a fool. The grumbling behind the back is the grumbling, and when it comes to a formal occasion, there will never be any flaws in compliments and flattery.


    "Oh why?"


    "I wasn''t feeling well that day and had a high fever."


    "Really? Then Mr. Watson is now...!"


    "It''s much better after hitting the bottle, and it''s no problem now."


    "Oh, that''s good. If Mr. Watson is not feeling well, I can ask my personal doctor to take another look at Mr. Watson."


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for your concern. I am much better now. Just take my medicine on time!"


    After a few polite words, Guo Shouyun welcomed the two into the living room.


    After the guests and the host were seated, "Mr. Booth, Mr. Watson, I don''t know why the two came to visit?"


    At this time, Calvin Booth, who has a higher status and more power, speaks first.


    "Mr. Guo, we at Chevron Texaco are very optimistic about the future development of the natural gas market in Brazil, especially the pipeline transportation. It happens that the Pacific Energy Group under Mr. Guo is the largest natural gas pipeline company in the United States, with experience in construction, operation and maintenance. Rich. At the same time, we also have rich operational experience and a strong distribution and retail network in Brazil. Therefore, we hope to cooperate with Mr. Guo��s Pacific Energy in this regard.��


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed and he said indifferently, "I wonder where your company plans to build a natural gas pipeline in Brazil?"


    "We don''t have the courage of Mr. Guo, so we plan to build a natural gas pipeline connecting Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro first." Calvin Booth smiled.


    He didn''t mention the natural gas pipeline along the eastern coast of Brazil that Pacific Energy is planning, otherwise wouldn''t he just tell people that I know your company''s secrets? I believe that no company will cooperate with a competitor who covets its own market.


    However, even if the eastern coastal natural gas pipeline is not mentioned, only the part from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro will make Guo Shouyun and Pacific Energy start to consider cooperation.


    Because the natural gas supply market in the two markets is still expanding, one pipeline can basically meet most of the demand. The competition between the two pipelines will only shrink their profits. As long as you''re not a fool, cooperation rather than confrontation will be considered.


    With the cooperation in the Sao Paulo-Rio de Janeiro pipeline, the cooperation on the entire coastal natural gas pipeline is not far away. Of course, it''s more likely that the two sides will directly work together on the entire pipeline, not just the S?o Paulo to Rio de Janeiro section, which is exactly what ChevronTexaco would like to see.


    However, Calvin Booth is shrewd, and Guo Shouyun, who has experienced many years of shopping malls, is not a fool.


    "It seems that Mr. Booth came prepared!"


    "I don''t quite understand what Mr. Guo meant!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly and said nothing. Even if this kind of thing is talked about, he won''t get any benefit, so why bother?


    "Chevron Texaco''s decision to invest in the natural gas pipeline from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro is indeed a good decision. However, our Pacific Energy Group has invested heavily in the previous Bolivia-Brazil natural gas pipeline construction, coupled with the construction of the distribution network, The expansion of the power plant, etc., the company''s finances have dried up, and I am afraid that there is no way to cooperate with your company."


    Chevron Texaco''s coveting of Pacific Energy''s secrets can''t be broken, but Guo Shouyun can hit the middle and let them speak for themselves. Whether it''s cooperation or confrontation in the future, it''s good for you.


    "Mr. Guo, why bother. The promising Bolivia-Brazil natural gas pipeline and the increased fixed assets in recent years, if Pacific Energy Group wants to raise financing, wouldn''t it be easy? Besides, Mr. Guo''s Phoenix Bank is very powerful. ."


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Booth to have such a deep understanding of the industry under my banner. But since this is the case, you also know that although Pacific Energy Group has increased a lot of fixed assets. But the acquisition of Enron that year carried a debt burden of nearly 40 billion US dollars. Such a huge We also need time to repay a debt. Otherwise, the debt ratio is too high and the normal operation of the company is jeopardized. I don��t want Pacific to become the second Enron!��


    "Mr. Guo is really humble! Last time I was at a business reception in New York, Mr. Walker Fairbank, CEO of Morgan Stanley, happened to chat about Mr. Guo and Pacific Energy, and he said that the debts your company sold through Morgan Stanley have been repaid. 27% of the debt has been cleared. The current debt ratio has dropped to 8.3% of the total debt ratio. The results are brilliant! Moreover, the price of international natural gas has been rising in recent years, and the price of electricity has also risen. Pacific Energy''s earnings are also very good. "


    After a pause, Calvin Booth smiled slightly, "Otherwise, how could your company expand on a large scale in China? In one year, the investment in power plants is close to $2.5 billion, which is a big deal. !"


    Facing the two eyes staring at him on the opposite side, Guo Shouyun thought for a moment and then smiled lightly: "It seems that Mr. Booth has really put in a lot of effort for this cooperation."


    "Only a deeper understanding can achieve a more ideal cooperation. The same reason, Mr. Guo''s wisdom must be better than me! ... Please Mr. Guo must believe that the cooperation between our Chevron Texaco and Mr. Guo has been carefully considered. And sincere results.��


    "Of course I believe in Mr. Booth and Chevron Texaco. However, the financial difficulties of Pacific Energy Group are also something I need to worry about So I can''t give you a certainty about cooperation. Answer. However, I will have a meeting with the management of Pacific Energy Group in the next few days to discuss the possibility of cooperation between the two parties.��


    "How long will it take for me to get Mr. Guo''s answer?"


    "A week to half a month, after all, we also need time to argue. By the way, if Mr. Booth doesn''t mind, can you give us a copy of your company''s plan to invest in the construction of the natural gas pipeline from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro, which will not only increase the interests of both parties The mutual trust can also save time for the later negotiations between the two parties.��


    Facing Guo Shouyun''s temptation, Calvin Booth thought for a moment and then smiled: "Mr. Guo''s request is very reasonable. I will discuss it with other executives of the company after I go back. If possible, we will quickly hand over the plan to Mr. Guo. and Pacific Energy.��


    "That couldn''t be better."


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly. If Chevron Texaco can really come up with a detailed plan, then Pacific Energy needs to take it seriously. However, he does not believe that the other party can move so quickly. After all, Pacific Energy has only been in contact with Petrobras for less than half a month.


    "Come together, apart from the cooperation on the natural gas pipeline, is there anything else?"


    After his eyes quickly swept over the two of them, Guo Shouyun asked with a smile.


    "I wonder what Mr. Guo thinks of this tender for Brazil''s offshore oil exploration?" John Watson asked.


    "Nothing special. It''s just an ordinary exploration tender. Just like Unocal''s exploration tenders in offshore Colombia, the Caribbean and various countries in Asia, we all hope to get something out of these tenders, and in the areas we get Find oil and gas in the block. ��I believe Chevron Texaco has the same intention.��

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    "However, as far as I know. Unocal only participated in the bidding of three blocks sm-g-13 to sm-g-15, the ultra-deep water block of the Sao Paulo Mesa?"


    "Mr. Watson is really observant. But we did not only participate in the bidding of three ultra-deep sea blocks. We also intend to bid for the shallow sea area of ??the Sao Paulo Mesa, but the competition for the bottom bid here is fierce, and our Unocal strength is not as good as your company, Shell, Exxon Mobil and other giants are not well-funded. Therefore, we can only choose one of the bids after careful consideration. This is why we have not done so until now. As for the three exploration blocks facing the deep sea area. Mainly to ensure that if we miss in the shallow sea area, Unocal will not have nothing to gain."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun with a calm expression, John Watson looked at it for a moment, and did not notice the slightest difference. He suddenly said: "Mr. Guo, we really want to talk about strength. We Chevron Texaco are not as good as ExxonMobil and ExxonMobil. BP, so can the three ultra-deep sea blocks be given to us as well? Let us not come back empty-handed.��


    "Mr. Watson is quite considerate. But no problem, I can give up a piece."


    The more you care, the more they will pay attention to it. Guo Shouyun understood this reason, so he agreed lightly.


    "Thank you so much then!"


    "polite!"


    Having said that, the later chat is relatively more relaxed. The two sides also did not talk about matters involving the company''s business. About half an hour later, Calvin Booth and John Watson bid farewell.


    On the return journey, communication is unavoidable.


    "When did the company say it was interested in exploration blocks in the ultra-deep waters of Brazil?"


    "I just feel that Unocal is strong, but I am only interested in the ultra-deep water area where the investment is huge and the luck is completely. No reason," John Watson replied.


    "Bruce Kwok is really smart. But John, unless he''s God. No one knows if there''s oil two kilometers under the sea!"


    Although he heard a trace of sarcasm in Calvin Booth''s tone, John Watson was not angry.


    "...Don''t make any extras, the cooperation with Pacific Energy on the natural gas pipeline is the key point!"


    "I understand that, but the company doesn''t have the design data for the natural gas pipeline from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro."


    "Bruce Guo is just doubting the determination of our investment pipeline. I have a solution to this matter!"


    Seeing the confidence on his face, John Watson smiled lightly and didn''t ask again. However, the strangeness that flashed through his eyes was not simple.


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    "Boss, do you really want to cooperate with Chevron Texaco?" Wang Jue asked.


    "Let''s see what kind of information they can give us. By the way, you immediately call Rebecca and ask him to choose any one of the seven blocks in the shallow sea area to prepare a bid."


    Compared with natural gas pipelines, Guo Shouyun is more concerned about the Tupi oil field with proven reserves of 8 billion barrels in the future. Even if John Watson is just a temptation, he must be fully prepared and can''t make any mistakes.


    "Yes!"


    Looking at Wang Jue who turned to leave, Guo Shouyun looked at the clear sky outside the window, his eyes narrowed slightly.


    "Hopefully there aren''t many oil companies like Chevron Texaco who are just trying things out, or they''re going to be in big trouble. ... No, one piece seems to be too little."


    Thinking of this, he called Wang Jue back again, and then personally called Rebecca to explain the matter in detail.


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    "Boss, Ms. Mark has arrived."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he took the clothes handed over by Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing and put them on. After a brief tidying up in the mirror, he came to the living room.


    Here, Rebecca Mark, with her assistant, is already waiting for him.


    "boss!"


    "Where are the others?" Guo Shouyun asked after nodding his head.


    "I let them go to the venue first."


    "It''s almost time, let''s go too!"


    Under the leadership of Guo Shouyun, the group walked out of the villa. Six black Mercedes drove towards Rio de Janeiro City Hall.


    November 5, the day of the sixth round of offshore oil bidding by the Brazilian Petroleum Authority. Oil majors including Exxon Mobil, BP, Chevron Texaco, and Total, as well as nearly 40 oil companies including Continental Oil Company, Finner Oil Company, Statoil and other large and medium-sized oil companies Gather here.


    Of course, this number is not a lot. Because Brazil is still an oil importer until now. Decades of exploration on land and at sea have not yielded exciting big oil fields. If it were replaced by traditional oil-producing countries such as Azerbaijan and the Middle East, the number of oil companies gathered here could quadruple or five times, and the level of competition would dwarf the NBA playoffs. And the power and money transaction is only the most basic, and the level of filth and shamelessness behind it can refresh the bottom line of all those who participate for the first time.


    However, it is precisely because of the low expectations for Petrobras, coupled with the explicit form adopted by the Brazilian Petroleum Administration, that to a certain extent, the scope of dark-box operations has been reduced. Of course, total elimination is impossible. It was Unocal itself that paid a small price to the officials responsible for the bid within the Brazilian Petroleum Authority.


    However, Unocal did not make any big moves either. Otherwise, it is easy for these treacherous oil giants to see their flaws.


    For the sake of the Tupi Oilfield, Guo Shouyun felt that he could not be too careful.


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Guo Shouyun looked at the two-storey baroque building with white exterior walls and gorgeous reliefs, then pushed open the car door and walked down.


    Obviously, the entire city hall has made a lot of preparations for this oil tender today. Not only a large number of police officers are protecting the representatives of oil giants from afar, but also service personnel are specially arranged to guide them.


    "Mr. Guo?!"


    Just as Guo Shouyun stepped into the hall on the red carpet, he heard a somewhat familiar voice from the side.


    "Mr. Marcos?"


    Looking at the middle-aged Mediterranean man in a black suit walking towards him, Guo Shouyun was surprised.


    "I didn''t expect to see Mr. Guo here!"


    After holding the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, Guo Shouyun said with a smile: "I should have said this. Compared with me, the chairman of the Unocal board of directors, Mr. Musk, as the chief operating officer of Morgan Stanley, seems to be less likely to appear in the here."


    Sean Marcos smiled, "Mr. Guo is wrong. Many oil companies need bank loans for exploration and development, and my duty is to finance them. Of course, if Unocal needs it, we can also cooperate."


    "Thank you Mr. Marcos for your help, but we''ve solved it."


    Sean Marcos said suddenly: "I almost forgot, now that Mr. Guo has Phoenix Bank, financing is naturally not a problem."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, and turned his eyes to a middle-aged man in dark blue with East Asian appearance standing next to him.


    "Who is this��?"


    "Mr. Guo, it''s a great honor to meet you. Next is Junichi Watanabe, Chief Operating Officer of Japan Nikkei Co., Ltd."


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows slightly, looking at the person in front of him who was half-bowed and stretched out his right hand. Although he doesn''t like Japanese people very much, he is not disrespectful either.


    He is not unfamiliar with Japan''s Nikkei Co., Ltd., one of the world''s top 500 oil engineering contracting companies, and has amazing strength in oil and gas development, oil processing, natural gas processing, petrochemistry, life science, medicine, etc.~ www.novelhall.com~ Especially in the field of LNG engineering contracting, it shares 90% of the world''s LNG engineering contracting share with Chiyoda Chemical and KBR.


    "Hello!"


    After the two sides shook hands briefly, "I don''t know which block Mr. Guo is interested in. If it is suitable, we can cooperate."


    Because of the high cost and huge uncertainty of oil exploration, in order to share risks, major oil companies combine with each other and bid for oil blocks in the form of a consortium. It is a common thing in the process of oil development.


    Therefore, the vast majority of oil fields in the world are jointly held by several or even a dozen companies.


    "I appreciate Mr. Watanabe''s kindness. But we already have a partner. If there is a next time, we are very willing to cooperate with Nikko Co., Ltd.


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun continued: "If time permits, I very much hope to have a good chat with Mr. Watanabe, but today is the oil bidding, and there are still forty-five minutes to start, so I can only leave it for later."


    "Mr. Guo is very kind. I believe we will have more opportunities to meet in the future."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, greeted Sean Marcos, turned around, and walked inside on the red carpet.


    Looking at his back, Sean Marks smiled and said, "This Mr. Guo doesn''t seem to like us very much."


    "It has nothing to do with Mr. Marcos, he just doesn''t like me very much."


    The contradiction between the Japanese and the Chinese people is well known and has a long history. Even overseas Chinese are mostly prejudiced against them. Sean Marcos has seen this kind of thing a lot.


    "It seems that Unocal takes this Petrobras bid very seriously, and even Bruce Guo came in person."


    Watanabe Junichi squinted his eyes slightly, looked at the back that walked further and further, and nodded slightly.

 Chapter 564： Petrobras Bidding (Part 1)

    Chapter 564: Petrobras Bidding (Part 1)


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    It is different from art auctions such as Christie''s and Sotheby''s. Because the number of participating companies is not too large, rows of seats are not common in the auction hall. Instead, dozens of round tables were set up. Companies bidding independently have separate round tables, while bidding groups that form a group of companies occupy one round table. Of course the latter one round table is not enough, but there are extra chairs for them.


    In short, everyone''s attention is on the electronic screen directly in front, and no one cares too much about these details.


    Unocal is undoubtedly an independent bid, because Guo Shouyun is not sure which of the three ultra-deep sea blocks the Tupi oil field is in. Therefore, in order to avoid huge interests in the future, independent bidding is the best choice.


    After sitting down on the chair, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help wrinkling when he felt the eyes gathered around him. He felt as if he had done something wrong in his own presence today.


    Because Brazil, which is still an oil-poor country, is currently bidding for offshore exploration, major oil companies, including ExxonMobil and BP, are led by executive vice presidents, and large and medium-sized oil companies such as Occidental Petroleum and Chesapeake Energy are dying. That is, the chief operating officer is in charge. Like Unocal, not only Rebecca Mark, the CEO, but also the chairman of the board of directors was present in person, and there is absolutely no semicolon.


    The first and second leaders of the company were present in person, which represented the importance they attached to the bidding. In the case of such emphasis, it is the unpopular ultra-deep sea block that is bidding. As long as you''re not a fool, you''ll be able to notice the difference. And those who can get into the top of the oil company are all shrewd people who have been trained in the workplace, and naturally there will be no fools.


    "Fortunately, Rebecca has prepared some tenders for exploration blocks in the shallow sea area and the deep sea area, otherwise the loophole will be too big." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Mr. Guo!"


    "Mr. Watson?"


    Seeing John Watson walking beside him, Guo Shouyun stood up and held the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out.


    "Why didn''t you see Mr. Calvin Booth?"


    "Mr. Booth is preparing the design materials for the natural pipeline from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro. I am in charge of today''s exploration bidding." After a pause, John Watson quickly swept his gaze over Rebecca and the others, and continued meaningfully. Said, "It seems that Mr. Guo really attaches great importance to this tender. You and Ms. Mark are both here."


    "Of course. ... Unocal doesn''t have as rich oil and gas resources as Chevron Texaco. So, even if Brazil is not a big market for you, it is a place you can''t miss for us Unocal. Maybe we are lucky, A big oil field can be found in the Santos Basin!"


    Since the suspected fact could not be changed, Guo Shouyun simply increased the ''gambling''. Anyway, there are many examples of oil companies making big bets on oil blocks and realizing leapfrog development. Although the vast majority of the end is not very good, but it is not without examples of success.


    Just like BP, in the 1990s, it swept nine of Azerbaijan''s 11 oil blocks, and developed the world-class super oilfield of Aziju with reserves of 4 billion barrels in one fell swoop. Beyond Exxon Mobil, Chevron, Total and Shell, it was the most beautiful oil company in the world at that time.


    In addition, his experience of betting on oil and gold futures in the capital market many times in the past few years, coupled with the fact that he is young, can easily give people the impression of being rash and aggressive, and it seems understandable that he is a big gambler.


    The corners of John Watson''s mouth turned up slightly, "We have the same expectation. But the handwriting is not as big as that of Mr. Guo."


    "If you want to say big money, I''m afraid no one can catch up with ExxonMobil. They have all bid for 7 blocks in the shallow sea area and 6 blocks in the deep sea area." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    Hearing this, after nodding, John Watson couldn''t help but look at the center of the venue, where ExxonMobil Chief Operating Officer Paul Stevenson was leading more than 20 members of the bidding team, plus the affiliated oil companies, large and small, to form A huge team of nearly a hundred people occupied the most prominent position in the center of the venue.


    As the world''s largest oil consortium, Exxon Mobil is undoubtedly the focus of the entire venue.


    "The best hope to surpass them now is Chevron Texaco. So, Mr. Watson, you have to take your chances!"


    John Watson smiled lightly, "Although our Chevron Texaco is better in scale, in terms of development speed, Unocal, which is owned by Mr. Guo, is faster. Overtaking ExxonMobil, maybe Unocal is more promising than us. "


    "Haha, I do hope that Mr. Watson''s words can come true, but rather than lofty ambitions, let''s take down the two exploration blocks No. 2 and No. 6 in the shallow sea area today."


    "No. 2 and No. 6?"


    "What? Chevron Texaco is also interested in these two blocks?"


    "We plan to bid for Block 6 independently!" John Watson nodded and smiled.


    "So that''s the case, then everyone has their own abilities!"


    "Of course! ... But despite the competition, I hope that pure commercial competition will not damage the close relationship between Chevron Texaco and Mr. Guo."


    "Commercial competition belongs to commercial competition, and personal feelings belong to personal feelings. I can still distinguish this point."


    "That''s good!" After a pause, John Watson looked at his watch, "Mr. Guo, it''s almost time, I''ll go first. After today''s affairs are over, I''ll visit the door in person and chat with Mr. Guo! "


    "Good talk!"


    "goodbye!"


    "goodbye!"


    Looking at the back of John Watson leaving, Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed with a trace of light.


    "Boss, this person has been testing our bottom line!" Rebecca Mark said.


    "He''s a shrewd guy with a great sense of smell."


    "You mean he discovered the real goal of our bid?"


    "That''s not true. It''s just that he may have some doubts and interrupt the discussion. ... By the way, don''t be polite to me when blocks 2 and 6 are released. Unless we enter the top three, otherwise do not give up."


    No. 2 and No. 6, the two shallow water exploration blocks are undoubtedly the hottest oil exploration tenders today. Because 15 kilometers away from them is the Yalma oil field discovered by Petrobras. This is a medium-sized oil field with reserves of 65 million tons. The Yalma oil field is close to the inland location, and there are some small and medium-sized natural gas fields. So, if there is oil lurking in Brazil''s offshore waters, it is most likely near Alma.


    As the time drew nearer, the representatives of the major oil companies also quieted down. When the clock reached nine in the morning, a middle-aged man in a black suit and leather shoes walked onto the central podium.


    "Bang bang...!"


    After taking a few shots of the microphone and feeling good, "Hello everyone, I''m Roberto Muric, Deputy Director of the Brazilian Petroleum Administration, and I will preside over the bidding for the 15 offshore oil blocks in the Santos Basin today.  �� It is an international oil giant, and it is very clear about the process of oil bidding. So if you have no comments, then I will announce the official start of the sixth round of Brazil''s oil bidding!"


    No one had any problems with his stylized remarks. Involving hundreds of millions or even billions of investment, as well as fierce competition, major oil companies have long been aware of the details of the bidding, and even made dozens of plans to deal with emergencies. So, unless Petrobras suddenly changes course, no one has an opinion.


    "...Well, since everyone has no problem, let''s look at the bidding for Block 1."


    As his words fell, the simple information of Block 1 immediately appeared on the big screen in the middle of the conference room. Immediately afterwards, several consecutive lines of fonts are presented.


    When the font on the screen stabilizes a little, you can see that the top display is, "Shell, $15 million signing fee, $80 million minimum work commitment, 42.2% localized procurement."


    Signing fee, minimum work obligation input and localized procurement ratio, UU read www. uukanshu. com is the three most critical weight coefficients in this Petrobras bidding, which directly determines who can bid last.


    The signing fee, as the name suggests, is money paid directly to the Brazilian Petroleum Authority.


    Minimum work obligation is a key investment parameter often used by oil companies in multinational oil and gas exploration, and determines the basic sunk cost of exploration blocks. In layman''s terms, after the successful bidding, how much money the oil company will spend on the exploration of the block. And whether or not oil can be found, that money must be spent.


    The proportion of localized procurement is the capital of equipment and services that must be purchased locally, that is, in Brazil, by oil companies in the exploration and development stage, as stipulated by the Brazilian Petroleum Administration in order to solve local employment and promote economic development in the country. ratio in .


    According to the regulations of the Brazilian Petroleum Administration, the minimum localized procurement ratio in this round is 40%, of which 15% is in the exploration stage and 25% is in the development stage. If the oil company does not reach this proportion, even if the bid is successful, it will be subject to heavy fines.


    After a delay in the emergence of a better offer than Shell, Roberto Murici said loudly: "I announce the acquisition of the No. 1 oil block for the next three years of the exploration concession period and the 35-year concession period of Shell Oil Company. ."


    Shell and the small and medium oil companies that formed a bidding group with it cheered loudly as the results were announced.


    Representatives of other oil companies around them also cast envious glances at them. Although Block 1 is not as high-profile as Block 2 and 6, it is also part of the shallow waters of the Santos Basin and has great hope of finding oil or natural gas.


    "The franchise period given by the Brazilians is really long this time!" Rebecca said.


    Generally speaking, the concession period of an oil field is 30 years, and most of them are about 25 years.

 Chapter 565： Petrobras bidding (middle)

    Chapter 565: Petrobras Bidding (Part 2)


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    "I haven''t found a big oil field in the first place. If I don''t make the franchise period longer, how can I attract investment from oil giants?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    After Rebecca nodded, "Boss, the bidding for Block 2 is about to start."


    In fact, he didn''t need to remind him, Guo Shouyun had already noticed it.


    Including him, after the bidding for Block 1 was completed, all the staff of the oil giants instantly widened their eyes and stared at the big screen.


    Even Guo Shouyun, who was more just watching the excitement, felt the tense atmosphere in the hall and heard the increasingly rapid breathing around him. Obviously, with the launch of the big hit, this time the oil block bidding is about to meet the first**.


    "I announce the official start of the bidding for Block 2...!"


    As soon as Roberto Murici finished speaking, he saw the red font on the big screen in the middle flashing like a flashing light half-quickly, so fast that people could not see clearly.


    About half a minute later, all the talents clearly saw: Statoil, 18 million US dollars signing fee, 60 million US dollars minimum obligatory investment, 43% localized procurement ratio.


    But Statoil''s conditions didn''t last long and it was replaced by Repsol. Spain''s largest oil company quoted a $20 million signing fee, a $63 million minimum commitment, and the same 43 percent localized procurement ratio.


    It is a pity that Repsol has followed suit, but it is still a lot worse than the real multinational oil giants such as Exxon Mobil, Shell, BP, Dolda, Chevron Texaco.


    However, there is only one daughter to be married, but there are many gentlemen who want to pursue. Therefore, the weaker Chevron Texaco and Dorda are out one after another, and then Shell is also out.


    In the end, that leaves Exxon and BP competing with each other.


    "That''s it!"


    Guo Shouyun pursed the corners of his mouth and said calmly.


    "Boss, do you really want to join?" Rebecca Mark hesitated.


    Now the price of the No. 2 oil block has been raised by these oil giants to an astonishing level of $45 million in signing fee and $86 million in minimum obligatory investment. It is localized procurement, and everyone has a tacit understanding and did not add much. BP''s current offer is only 1.5% more than the Norwegian. Because everyone knows the level of Brazil''s domestic oil industry. If the report is too high, it is easy to slow down the progress of exploration and increase the cost.


    "Join." Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively. "Although there are some risks, there are still ExxonMobil and BP."


    "$22 million signing fee, $65 million minimum obligation investment, 43% localized procurement ratio."


    Hearing the words of **oss, the Unocal employee who was in charge of the auction hurriedly entered his request into the computer, and it was quickly displayed on the large central screen.


    "Unocal...!"


    "Have you finally made your move!"


    At this moment, whether they knew it or not, almost everyone focused their attention on Guo Shouyun and the Unocal employees around him.


    "There''s a good show to watch next!" John Watson smiled.


    Unlike his schadenfreude, the brows of ExxonMobil Chief Operating Officer Paul Stevenson and BP Petroleum Senior Vice President Devon Johnson simultaneously furrowed.


    No one wants to kill Cheng Yaojin halfway when he is getting closer and closer to the final goal. The bottom line is that this guy just raised nearly $15 billion, and it''s not bad at all.


    "Davin, are we still adding?"


    "add!"


    In the face of a colleague''s question, Devon Johnson nodded affirmatively. No. 2 oil block, BP is bound to win. But the Exxon Mobil guys got ahead of them.


    "$23 million signing fee, $66 million minimum obligation investment, 43% localized procurement ratio."


    In terms of Brazil''s current oil development status, this investment is actually very high. So when everyone is competing, no one will add millions all of a sudden.


    "Boss, do we still add?" Rebecca asked again.


    "Plus! At least one more round. But this time, $500,000!"


    After Guo Shouyun disrupted the game twice, BP still persisted to the end.


    "The signing fee of US$30 million, the minimum obligatory investment of US$78 million, and the localized procurement ratio of 43.3%. Congratulations to BP Petroleum for obtaining the franchise exploration period of block 2 in the next three years and the franchise period of 35 years."


    Hearing this, Devin Johnson finally showed a relieved smile on his face. Although the price was a little higher than expected, the result was good.


    "It''s not his style to give up after only two rounds!"


    Looking at the tall and straight figure in the front left, John Watson frowned. He couldn''t guess Guo Shouyun''s plan.


    "I didn''t expect BP to stick to the end."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Compared to Block 2, Block 6 is more popular. Obviously this is what Exxon Mobil really wants to take. By the way, Rebecca. The activation index of Brazil''s shallow oil fields is How many?"


    "$3200!"


    The activation index is a parameter used to measure the amount of investment required for a new oil well, usually expressed in dollars per barrel per day at steady production.


    The activation index of $3,200 means that drilling a well with a daily output of 100 barrels costs $320,000.


    The oil area with an annual output of 10 million barrels means that the daily output is more than 27,000 barrels. Calculated based on the activation index of Brazil''s offshore oil fields, at least US$86.4 million is required.


    If you count the $30 million signing fee, it means that BP has to pay at least $116 million in huge cash before it sees black gold flowing. If political costs are included, the total cost to BP for taking Well No. 2 is nearly $120 million.


    The current international oil price is around $40 per barrel. The oil company''s profit is about 10 to 15%. That is to say, for every barrel of oil sold, after deducting a series of necessary expenses such as the Brazilian government''s income tax and mining tax, BP can get a net income of 4 to 6 US dollars per barrel.


    That is to say, under the condition of producing 10 million barrels per year, BP will need at least three years to recover the cost.


    But offshore oil extraction is more troublesome than land. Suppose BP can find oil in Block 2 within three years. So typically within three years of starting construction, the oil companies have little to no gain. If all goes well, the sixth or seventh year will pay off handsomely. This means that it will take at least eight to nine years for BP to recover its costs. If the bank loan interest is calculated, this figure will continue to extend further.


    The most important thing is that if there is oil in the No. 2 exploration area, its reserves must be at least 100 million barrels, otherwise it will be difficult for BP to even recover the cost.


    "It appears that the BP guys have concluded that there is at least one large oil field under Block 2 with reserves equivalent to Yalma, or larger."


    After Rebecca nodded, "What does the boss think?"


    "I''m not God!" Guo Shouyun shrugged.


    Seeing his appearance, Rebecca''s mouth twitched. You are not God, why are you biting only three blocks in the ultra-deep sea area?


    Of course, if you think about it, let it go. She had given Guo Shouyun countless opinions before participating in the bidding. But still can''t change this stubborn boss. So now she doesn''t bother to spend any more time. Of course, with Rebecca''s strong character, she chose to obey only after seeing countless magical moments of **oss and subconsciously admiring him in her heart. Otherwise, Guo Shouyun''s ears would not be as pure as they are now.


    This was followed by the bidding for Block 3.


    A consortium dominated by Dorda won this block with a ��signature fee of $18 million, a minimum obligation of $65.3 million, and a localized procurement ratio of 42.1%��.


    Chevron Texaco made an independent bid and obtained the exploration and development rights of Block 4 with a "signature fee of US$17.5 million, a minimum obligatory investment of US$71 million, and a localized procurement ratio of 42.2%".


    Suncor Energy, EOG, Chesapeake Energy and Apache, four U.S. and Canadian oil companies united for ''$16.5 million sign-off fee, $55 million minimum commitment, 41.2% localized purchase ratio''; Won the exploration and development right of Block 5.


    "Next is the bidding for Block 6!"


    Roberto Muric''s voice once again mobilized everyone''s attention and passion.


    Looking at the excited oil company representatives, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "This is known to be fat!"


    After a pause, he briefly thought for a moment and then quickly said: "Rebecca, this time we will participate in the whole process!"


    "Full participation?"


    "Well! I want people to believe that I have to act a little like it."


    "Then when do we give up?"


    "Certainly until the last few rounds."


    Rebecca Mark frowned slightly and nodded in agreement.


    The competition in Block 6 is particularly fierce, and the consortium formed by small and medium-sized companies is the first to be eliminated. The fattest meat is naturally the prey of international oil giants.


    ExxonMobil, BP, Delta, ChevronTexaco, Shell and Unocal''s six major companies saw their prices rise alternately, quickly setting new bid records.


    "Mr. Zhang, this visit is really eye-opening."


    Liu Xuefeng said with emotion as he looked at the fierce ''battle situation'' ahead.


    "This is nothing. Last year, when the international oil giants competed for the development rights of the Kashagan oil block in Kazakhstan, it was fierce. Just the signing fee, it started to exceed 50 million US dollars. Exxon Mobil, who finally won the bid, took out the $102 million in signing fees. By comparison, where is it now.��


    After a pause, Zhao Junchen, who was in charge of CNOOC''s participation in the Brazilian oil tender, said unwillingly: "Unfortunately, we have limited power. Our contacts in Brazil are also far from these oil giants, otherwise I really want to compete with them. Block 6."


    Even so, everyone understands that it is not the contacts that really restrict him, but the special personnel system of state-owned enterprises.


    Do more mistakes, do less mistakes. With such a high investment in offshore oilfield development, if no oilfield is found and huge losses are caused, who will be responsible for this?


    You must know that although China''s foreign exchange is not as scarce as it was in the last century, it cannot be spent indiscriminately.


    In addition, oil bidding information is changing rapidly, and any unexpected situation may occur. When the people at the scene sent the news back to the country, the decision-makers discussed their opinions, and then sent it back. With this efficiency, the cucumber dishes are cold.


    Therefore, in this era, most of Huaxia Petroleum''s overseas trips are mainly to acquire those ready-made oil companies and obtain stable oil reserves. Although it costs a little more money, it is more secure and stable.


    Only after the subprime mortgage crisis, Huaxia has too much U.S. dollar reserves, and has accumulated a certain amount of international development experience, does it begin to truly enter the high-risk and high-reward international oil development field.

 Chapter 566： Petrobras Bidding (Part 2)

    Chapter 566: Petrobras Bidding (Part 2)


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    Liu Xuefeng nodded and looked at the big screen in front of him. After a while, he said, "This Unocal company is really strong, and it hasn''t given up yet."


    "According to the news from Wall Street, they just raised nearly 15 billion US dollars last month, and they have money in their hands. Naturally, they are full of confidence."


    "15 billion US dollars, 120 billion Chinese currency, tsk...! If we also have so much liquidity, this time in Brazil is not just a spectator."


    Zhao Junchen sighed in his heart. Judging from the situation in the system, even if they have so much money, they will not really bid. Because risk is the natural enemy of leadership, and stability overwhelms everything.


    "By the way, the young man in the black suit in front is Bruce Guo, the chairman of Unocal''s board of directors, right?"


    Zhao Junchen glanced at the Unocal work table in front of Shell and Exxon Mobil, and the young man in a suit on the left side of the table with his arms folded on the back of the chair, looking up at the young man in front of him. Although he couldn''t see the expression on the other''s face from this angle. However, judging from some of the side faces exposed, it is clear that the other party is very calm.


    "It should be."


    "I really didn''t expect to see him here. I was there in person, I think Unocal is bound to win Block 6." After a pause, "Mr. Zhao, I heard that the government is very concerned about him?"


    Zhao Junchen turned his head and said, "Old Liu, does it seem that your news channels are well-informed?"


    "Haha, Mr. Zhao has won the prize. I''m just hearsay."


    "What is the plan above, how can people of our level really know? However, the other party is of Chinese descent, and he is also a heavyweight in Silicon Valley, Hollywood, Wall Street, and the international energy market. He has a deep relationship within the White House and has a strong relationship with Roosevelt. The Bush family and the two families are very close. It''s natural to be valued by the top!"


    "In that case, Mr. Zhao, let''s take the opportunity to get to know each other well!"


    "I''m afraid people don''t look down on us!" Zhao Junchen nodded and sighed while looking at the back in front of him.


    But the desire in his words was heard by Liu Xuefeng.


    "Can you do it? You have to try it first. Besides, isn''t the other party very interested in the Huaxia market? We can use this as a breakthrough point."


    Zhao Junchen''s eyes lit up and nodded slightly.


    Noticing his expression, Liu Xuefeng couldn''t help but smile. Although Mr. Zhao is still only one of the many deputy general managers of CNOOC, he is in charge of the company''s overseas business, and has not entered the party committee and has become a real decision-making level. But in his early forties, he not only has a prestigious school background, but also has excellent personal work ability, making him a good investment target.


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    "Boss, should we add more?"


    Looking at the numbers displayed on the big screen, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, then shook his head. He just came to fish in troubled waters, and now that the goal has been achieved, there is no need to continue to stir up. Moreover, ExxonMobil''s "$42 million signing fee, $98 million minimum obligation investment, 44.3% localized procurement ratio"; in his opinion, the conditions are too high. In addition, in addition to Unocal, there are only Exxon Mobil and Chevron Texaco who are still competing for Block 6. It is too risky to continue to compete with them.


    Hearing Guo Shouyun''s words, Rebecca Mark was relieved. Fortunately, **oss is still reasonable, and was not distracted by the hot competition atmosphere on the scene.


    "Chevron Texaco, $31 million signing fee, $98.5 million minimum commitment, 44.6% localized procurement ratio."


    At this time, John Watson''s nerves were highly tense. This condition has slightly exceeded the bottom line of the company''s bid for Block 6. But there is no way, the company''s order to him is that he must take block No. 6, so even if it exceeds, he cannot give up.


    "John, Unocal seems to have given up."


    The colleague''s words made John Watson feel a little relieved. The abandonment of Unocal at least leaves Chevron Texaco one less strong competitor.


    "Johnny, did you call the head office?"


    "It has already been fought. The head office replied that we are all ready, but now it is a clear sign. In the end, our conditions should not be too far apart, or the other party will not be able to fight for our rights."


    "I know!"


    "Exxon Mobil, $31.5 million signing fee, $99 million minimum commitment, 44.3% localized procurement ratio."


    Just when John Watson and others were exchanging countermeasures, there was a new offer from Exxon Mobil. However, this competition did not make John Watson frown, but showed a hint of joy.


    "Send a message to the head office right now."


    "Yes!"


    Johnny Dawn, who was in charge of computer operations, quickly sent the information to the head office mailbox. In less than half a minute, I saw a change in the expression of Roberto Muri?, who was in charge of hosting the auction. He nodded after holding his ear back for a moment to listen. He immediately picked up the microphone and said loudly: "I announce that Chevron Texaco has obtained the exploration and development rights of Block 6."


    Before he could finish his words, Paul Stevenson, who was in charge of the Exxon Mobil bid, stood up.


    "I have an objection. Why do we have a higher signing fee and general investment than Chevron Texaco, but give them Block Six?"


    Roberto Muric glanced at him, his expression unchanged and said: "We believe that the main purpose of oil exploration and development is to promote the development of Brazil''s oil industry and increase employment. Therefore, the localized procurement ratio is among the three evaluation projects. The most important weighting metric, Chevron Texaco beats Exxon Mobil by 0.3% in this regard.��


    Looking at Paul Stevenson with a disgruntled face, Rebecca Mark said, "Exxon Mobil has miscalculated."


    Technological advancements have clearly reduced office processes. Signatures, seals, secret notes, etc., these methods commonly used in the dark marking era are now compressed step by step by computer software programs, which greatly reduces the possibility of black box operations. Especially when a technology is just invented, its preventive effect is the strongest.


    Especially now, international oil bidding has become an electronic screen-style public bidding. All the information of companies, bidding prices, etc., will be scrolled on the electronic screen of bidding, allowing oil companies to re-bid. At this time, the chances of black box operation are very small. But that doesn''t mean there''s no black box operation possible.


    Just like now, when the prices of both sides are similar, the oil block owner who holds the final interpretation right can easily decide who has the last laugh.


    Looking at John Watson, who was hugging and cheering with his colleagues, Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly.


    "I didn''t expect him to deflate Exxon Mobil, looks like we need to be more careful."


    After Rebecca nodded, she suddenly said, "It would be great if we were still using dark bids as we did in the 1990s. Back then, when a barrel of oil was $30, oil companies could make $10. Now a barrel of oil is $40, and we are on the contrary. Only $8. A transparent bidding environment that intensifies competition, making oil-producing countries more and more profitable and less and less profitable for oil development companies.��


    **It contains huge profits, there is too much room for manipulation in the hidden bid, and naturally there are more profits. In fact, according to Guo Shouyun''s understanding, with the transparency of oil bidding, the profit of oil development will be even lower. There will even be a point where $100 only makes $5 in four or five years. Therefore, in the 1990s, only small and medium-sized oil companies were interested in the oil service industry, and more and more large companies began to enter.


    Compared with the hard work of exploration, development, and the risk of rising and falling oil prices, it only earns $5 per barrel. Fight for oil service contracts and earn $5 per barrel steadily. Of course, the latter is more suitable.


    Therefore, after entering the second decade of the 21st century, BP and Exxon Mobil simultaneously began to shrink their international business, especially in the field of oil exploration and development. ConocoPhillips had to spin off and sell off non-core businesses to improve its balance sheet because its profits were too low. At that time, even Exxon Mobil had less than 10% of its net profitChevronTexaco was only a little over 7%, and ConocoPhillips was the worst, with less than 5%.


    It used to be the third largest multinational oil company in the United States and the fifth largest in the world after crazy expansion and mergers and acquisitions, but in the end it had to face the dilemma of indigestion.


    Of course, ConocoPhillips'' lessons should also be taken as a warning by Unocal. But it''s too early to tell.


    No matter how unwilling Exxon Mobil is, it has to accept the fact that it lost to Chevron Texaco. After John Watson and the others celebrated, the bidding for the No. 7 oil block began. The last exploration block in this shallow sea area, after a moderate bidding process, fell to the joint venture between Japan''s Nikkei Co., Ltd. and Argentine Petroleum Corporation. in the hands of the consortium.


    So far, in the sixth round of Brazil''s oil bidding, seven oil blocks in the shallow sea area belong to their own owners. The happiest are undoubtedly BP and Chevron Texaco, who have respectively won Blocks 2 and 6, which are most likely to contain large oil fields. In particular, Chevron has also obtained the exploration and development rights of Block 4.


    The most lost is undoubtedly ExxonMobil, who made two shots and got nothing.


    Of course, in the eyes of outsiders, Unocal also belongs to the unlucky category. It also entered the top three in two bids, but both ended bleak.


    However, Exxon Mobil is still Exxon Mobil, the world''s largest integrated upstream and downstream oil giant. Despite missing seven blocks in the shallow waters. But the five blocks in the Deep Sea, except No. 11, which was won by Shell, all went into their pockets.


    "Next is our stage."


    Guo Shouyun took a deep breath. After Roberto Muri? announced the tender for the 13th oil exploration block, his nerves were high and his attention was focused like never before.


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 Chapter 567： Ultra deep water area

    Chapter five hundred and sixty seventh ultra-deep water area


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    Internationally, oil and gas resources in the water depth of more than 300 meters are generally defined as deep water oil and gas, and water depths above 1,500 meters are called ultra-deep water.


    The three blocks No. 13, 14 and 15 that the Brazilian Petroleum Administration put up for auction this time are located in the ultra-deep sea area. Especially in Block 15, the water depth has reached 2000 meters.


    This is just the water depth. According to the actual drilling data of the Brazilian Petroleum Administration in the Santos Basin in the past few years, two sets of source rocks containing oil and gas have been developed in the Santos Basin, namely ''lake facies dark shale'' and ''deepwater marine shale''.


    The former is the main source rock of the Santos Basin. In the diving area with a water depth of less than 400 meters, its burial depth is 7~8 kilometers, and it is already in the mature stage, so the probability of oil discovery is very high. At present, Brazil has developed offshore oil fields and natural gas. Tian Duo is located in this area. Therefore, in this tender, the 7 blocks in the shallow sea area are the most fiercely contested.


    In continental slopes and deep-water areas, the burial is relatively shallow, and the ''lake facies dark shale'' is in the immature to mature stage, and the probability of oil production is very low.


    The deep-water marine shale is the organic-rich calcareous mudstone and black shale deposited in the global anoxic environment. It is located in the deep water area of ??the continental shelf in the southeastern part of the Santos Basin and the super deep water area of ??the sub-depression. In short, the probability of discovering oil is not high.


    In addition, different source rocks have different bearing layers, so I won''t introduce them here.


    According to the information that has been published by the Brazilian Petroleum Agency, in addition to the seawater depth of nearly 2,000 meters, the three blocks in the ultra-deep water area must continue to drill down for two to three kilometers to reach the area where the containing layer is located.


    That is to say, at least 5,000 to 6,000 meters should be drilled down from the plane. What is the concept of 6000 meters? It means that drilling an exploratory well, commonly known as a ''wild cat well'' in the industry, will cost at least a few hundred, or even tens of millions of dollars.


    What is a ''wild cat''? The phrase ''a blind cat kills a mouse'' is a fitting explanation.


    Usually ten exploratory wells are drilled, and if there is one good well, nine dry wells are not bad. However, as oilfield exploration becomes deeper and more remote, it is often difficult to find a good well in the country. So, oil exploration is really burning money! The deeper the burn, the more!


    It is also because the oil-bearing layer is not high in oil production and is too deep, it is difficult to explore and develop. Therefore, most of the oil companies in the three blocks 13, 14 and 15 seem to be tasteless, tasteless to eat, and a pity to abandon.


    "The next bid is block 13!"


    "let''s start!"


    Rebecca Mark nodded, although she didn''t want these three ultra-deep water blocks at all, but she was resolute.


    "Unocal, $5 million signing fee, $50 million general investment, 40% localized procurement ratio."


    The general investment is ten times the signing fee, which is relatively much higher. This is also understandable. After all, the exploration cost of the ultra-deep sea is very high. If you only spend 10 to 20 million US dollars, you will not be able to support ten wells. do you play? Luck isn''t like that.


    You must know that now Unocal and Guo Shouyun are major shareholders, but with the participation of capital giants such as the Roosevelt family, the Bush family, and the Carlyle Group, the board of directors also has the right to supervise him. You can test the waters in the ultra-deep sea area, but you also need to take the attitude of testing the waters. Moreover, 50 million US dollars, neither too much nor too little, just happened to allow the Brazilian Petroleum Administration to see its sincerity.


    "Unocal?"


    "They''re interested in ultra-deep water?"��


    Seeing the numbers on the display, the head of the oil company present glanced at the area where Unocal was located.


    Of course, it''s just astonishing. In their view, Unocal is bidding now, but after all 12 blocks in the shallow water area and the deep water area are lost, it does not intend to return empty-handed.


    The person in charge of Petrobras saw that someone was holding the ground, so they simply stopped quoting. As a Brazilian state-owned company, they do not need to participate in this bidding at all to get the best exploration block in the Santos Basin.


    Generally speaking, if one company has made an offer and no other company has made another offer within a minute, the former will be declared the winner.


    And Unocal''s offer is neither too high nor too low. It happens to be above the psychological price of those oil companies who are trying to get a block at a low price.


    So, a minute later, there''s still only Unocal on the front-most display.


    "Congratulations to Unocal for winning the No. 13 exploration block."


    Led by Roberto Muric, there was loud applause in the hall. However, most of the people who looked at Unocal contained some mockery in their eyes.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t care about this. By winning No. 13, one third of his goal was achieved.


    "Next is the bidding for exploration block 14."


    "Unocal, $5 million signing fee, $50 million general investment, 40% localized procurement ratio."


    Looking at the big screen again, almost exactly the same content. The discussion below was much louder than before.


    "Why are they again?"


    "The exploration cost of ultra-deep water blocks is high, and the source rocks are underdeveloped, so the probability of containing large oil fields is too low. It is impossible for Unocal people to not know."


    "Maybe they want to try their luck!"��


    After John Watson glanced at the display screen, he turned to the area where Unocal was located next to him. From his position, only Guo Shouyun''s profile could be seen. On the other side''s calm side face, there is no emotion at all, and there is no way to judge the thoughts of the other side.


    After examining for a moment, a thoughtful expression appeared on his face. After a long time, he shook his head and said nothing.


    "Congratulations to Unocal for winning the No. 14 exploration block."


    Without enough competitors, Guo Shouyun quickly got what he wanted.


    However, compared to last time. This time, after the applause, everyone looked at him without the look of watching the excitement, and more exploration.


    Although two-thirds of the goal was achieved, Guo Shouyun did not relax in the slightest.


    "I''m afraid it won''t be so easy next time!"


    "Finally the bidding for exploration block 15."


    "Unocal, $4 million signing fee, $55 million general investment, 40% localized procurement ratio."


    After seeing Unocal''s bidding information appearing on the big screen again, the voice of discussion in the audience disappeared. There was a strange atmosphere in the whole venue.


    There is a saying: You can do one, you can do two, and you can''t do it again. It is obviously a tasteless rib with low value. If you take two pieces, it can also be understood as a chance. But if you get all three, does that mean you know something we don''t?


    The human mind is like that. Any normal person who encounters such a situation will involuntarily come up with such guesses.


    Moreover, those sitting here today are not just normal people, but the elites among them. Sharp thinking and careful thinking.


    "Chevron Texaco, $450 signing fee, $55.6 million one-time investment, 40% localized procurement."


    Seeing this message, Guo Shouyun frowned and sighed inwardly. What he feared the most had happened. Fortunately, he explained in advance.


    "Chevron Texaco also shot?"


    Both giants were interested in Block 15, which instantly convinced other oil companies who were still a little skeptical that there must be some tricks in the exploration block 15 that they didn''t know about. A third bidder quickly emerged to avoid losing favor.


    "Japan Nikki Co., Ltd., 480 US dollars signing fee, 55.9 million US dollars one-time investment, 40% localized procurement."


    "boss��?"


    Facing Rebecca''s question, Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Don''t worry, we''ll talk about it later."


    After the Japanese bid, ten seconds later, there was a new bidder.


    "Anadarko Petroleum, $500 signing fee, $56 million one-time investment, 40% localized procurement."


    After another ten seconds.


    "Japan International Petroleum Development Corporation, $520 signing fee, $56.3 million one-time investment, 40% localized procurement."


    Compared with the previous fierce bidding, although everyone has more doubts about the No. 15 oil block, due to the uncertain relationship the price increase is not large, and it is slow and leisurely, it seems not to be impatient or impatient .


    Of course, there are reasons for doing this. One is to prevent the price increase too much and fall into the ''pit'' after winning the bid. The other is also actively contacting the headquarters and using their connections in Brazil to investigate whether there has been clandestine exploration in Block 15, or whether there are new discoveries around.


    "The headquarters replied that only 15 exploratory wells have been drilled in the ultra-deep sea area of ??Brazil so far, all of which are dry wells."


    John Watson nodded.


    "Bruce Guo, what the **** are you thinking? Is it really just luck?"


    Looking at the young man with a calm expression, even if John Watson wanted to break his head, there was no other explanation except for the possibility of luck. Because the relationship between the headquarters can directly lead to the highest level of the Brazilian Petroleum Administration, there is no possibility of mistakes.


    After he got a reply, companies such as Exxon Mobil, Shell, ConocoPhillips, Total, and BP also basically got a reply from the headquarters. The content is similar, and basically all are negative.


    So, although they doubted Guo Shouyun and Unocal''s motives for doing so, no one made any further bids. After all, tens of millions of dollars in funding is not a small amount. No one wants the money to go to waste.


    "Okay, the signing fee and general investment will each increase by 500,000 US dollars, and localized procurement will increase by 0.1%."


    After not seeing a new offer for half a minute, Guo Shouyun said decisively.


    Rebecca nodded and did what she said.


    "Unocal, $6.2 million signing fee, $58.5 million one-time investment, 40.1% localized procurement."


    Seeing their bidding information again, everyone was still a little hesitant. But everyone who has received a reply from the headquarters did not increase the price.


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 Chapter 568： peoples question

    Chapter five hundred and sixty-eight people''s questioning


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    In fact, even Petrobras and the Brazilian Petroleum Administration were surprised by Unocal''s dedication to the deep-water block.


    But no matter what, some people are willing to spend money to contribute to Brazil''s oil exploration and development, and they are eager to see it.


    After a minute, there were no new competitors, Roberto Muric said: "Congratulations to Unocal for obtaining the exploration and development rights of Block 15."


    "...So far, the sixth round of bidding for deep-sea oil exploration by the Brazilian Petroleum Administration has been completed, and all 15 oil exploration blocks have been auctioned. Thank you!"


    After the warm applause, "In order to express our gratitude, and also to celebrate the successful completion of today''s oil bidding, we specially set up a dinner party at the Sofitel Ipanema to entertain the distinguished guests this evening. Be sure to come."


    At this point, today''s oil tender is officially over. Everyone packed up and prepared to leave.


    "Mr. Guo, I didn''t expect you to be so optimistic about the exploration blocks in the ultra-deep sea area, and you actually ate all the three blocks 13, 14, and 15."


    Looking at John Watson who came over, Guo Shouyun felt for the first time that, in addition to being smart and thoughtful, this guy was quite annoying.


    However, many years of experience in shopping malls have made Guo Shouyun become sultry, with mixed emotions and expressions.


    "If I had the courage of Mr. Watson, and the financial resources and connections of Chevron Texaco, I would have won the No. 6 block already, why should I win three ultra-deep water blocks to try my luck?!"


    "Unocal has just raised nearly 15 billion yuan. In terms of financial resources, you are much stronger than Chevron Texaco. Also, I don''t think Mr. Guo is taking a chance."


    Facing the gaze of the other party staring at him, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly.


    "Unocal''s financing has a special purpose, and the funds allocated to this Petrobras bid are only 200 million US dollars. As for the bidding of the three ultra-deep sea blocks, if it is not luck, I believe that Chevron Texaco will be in Brazil. We have already obtained the information long ago.��


    After a pause, "Mr. Watson, farewell."


    "Please wait a moment. ... Is Mr. Guo still attending the dinner tonight?"


    After briefly thinking about it, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Of course, we can''t live up to the hospitality of the host."


    "Hehe, I''m looking forward to meeting Mr. Guo tonight."


    "Thanks, bye."


    "goodbye!"


    Looking at the distant back of the other party, the smile on John Watson''s face slowly disappeared, and his brows gradually wrinkled. Although countless evidences prove that Unocal''s bid for the ultra-deep sea block is just a chance. But his intuition always reminded himself that there is a fog behind which he does not know.


    However, it goes straight to intuition. He couldn''t rely on intuition to persuade the company''s executives to invest in the huge Brazilian ultra-deepwater block with little hope.


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    After taking Unocal employees out of Rio de Janeiro City Hall, except for Matthew, Wu Xiaojing, Wang Jue''s two personal assistants, and Rebecca Mark, he drove everyone to another car.


    "You will be responsible for the payment and formalities."


    "Yes!"


    "Has the company''s exploration equipment arrived?"


    "We have dispatched three semi-submersible drilling rigs and six survey vessels, and we will be able to arrive at the port of Rio de Janeiro the day after tomorrow."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. One for each exploration block, which he specially explained. The purpose is to slow down the exploration speed. The reason is also very simple. Brazil''s pre-salt oil is the biggest oil treasure in the 21st century except for the shale oil revolution. He wants to take all the pre-salt oil development blocks auctioned by the Brazilian Petroleum Administration in the next few years as much as possible.


    In doing so, in addition to reducing competition and having more pre-salt oil resources at a lower price, it is also necessary to maximize the possibility of Tupi Oilfield in its own hands.


    You must know that in the future, the Tupi oilfield was discovered in late 2006, and it is still unknown whether there are any in the three deep-sea blocks he currently owns.


    "Boss, are three drilling rigs too few? After all, we have won three blocks, and they are the largest of all auction blocks." Although Rebecca has persuaded her, she can''t help it now. Speak again.


    "We have a three-year exploration period, and three drilling rigs are enough! Moreover, when we won the block, we promised at least 40% of the local procurement ratio. Unocal is not like ExxonMobil, BP, Shell There are enough people and bases in Brazil. If the development is too fast, we can only draw people from the United States or Asia, so how do we fulfill our commitments?��


    Hearing this, Rebecca Mark nodded and said nothing.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    At this moment, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone suddenly rang.


    After glancing at the caller ID and signaling Rebecca and the others to be quiet, Guo Shouyun pressed the answer button.


    "Mr. Kennedy, why do you have time to call me?"


    "A friend called just now and said that you led Unocal to win all three ultra-deep water blocks in the Petrobras bidding?"


    After answering, "Mr. Kennedy''s news is really well-informed. I just came out of the Rio de Janeiro City Hall, you will know."


    "Bruce, I don''t think it''s just me, your old father-in-law, Bush and Morgan, and the Carlyle and Blackstone guys all know. They must want to know why from you, I just stumbled on them. I just called you for the first time."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Then why did you make this call? Wouldn''t it be to congratulate me for not returning empty-handed and getting three blocks?"


    "Bruce, do you know why?"


    "Okay! No kidding, the reason why I won the three under-appreciated ultra-deep sea exploration blocks was not because I knew something in advance. It was just my intuition that Unocal should win them."


    "intuition?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Bruce, you should understand that no one will throw out nearly two hundred million dollars just for intuition!" Although Edward Kennedy''s tone was calm, it happened to reveal that he was already angry. But this is also understandable. He is also a shareholder of Unocal now, and the company also has a part of him. Naturally, he does not want to see the money that originally belonged to him being taken away by Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. Kennedy, many people know that I have a high winning rate in the capital market. In addition to professional knowledge, I rely on my intuition. I trust my intuition, so please don''t doubt it!"


    The Kennedy family is certainly a behemoth, but the current Guo Shouyun is not a soft persimmon either. In addition, after so many years in the United States, he deeply understands a truth. If you don''t resist when others oppress you, then you will gradually lose your status and become a puppet.


    Although Guo Shouyun doesn''t mind splitting up Unocal''s shares to deepen the company''s contacts, and by the way strive for more resources to develop himself. But he didn''t want him to become a puppet that these big families knead at will.


    "Okay. Since you trust your intuition, I also hope that in the end a result that everyone can accept."


    "Of course. ... Mr. Kennedy, I have the most shares in Unocal. If anyone doesn''t want it to go down, I think it must be me. Also, I can assure you, when my harvest in Brazil comes to light, You will definitely come to San Francisco in person to take off your hat!" Guo Shouyun was extremely confident.


    "I''m waiting for this day to come."


    "I don''t think you''ll wait too long."


    After hanging up the phone, looking at the inquiring eyes around him, Guo Shouyun said indifferently, "It''s from Edward Kennedy!"


    Rebecca Mark''s face changed. She knew better than the two foreigners Wu Xiaojing and Wang Jue the huge influence of this family in the United States!


    "You just...?"


    "Don''t worry, this old guy is still counting on me to make money for him, it''s not that easy to get angry!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Lingling...!"


    Soon his cell phone rang again.


    Looking at the label of "Old Morgan" on the caller ID Guo Shouyun smiled lightly.


    "These people can''t wait."


    Everything after that, as Edward Kennedy said, Morgan, Bush, Roosevelt, The Carlyle Group, Blackstone, Goldman Sachs, Merrill Lynch, these families and groups that invested in Unocal last time, all made calls. .


    The questions asked are also similar, all of which are why he has won the three exploration blocks in the ultra-deep water area.


    The rebirth thing can''t be said, so intuition is the best excuse.


    Fortunately, Guo Shouyun often takes this debt to cover, and now he has a lot of experience in speaking, and in the context of his repeated incredible successes, he has so much credibility. So, despite a lot of skeptics, it died down in the end.


    However, Guo Shouyun also understood that this time, these people were appeased. But if there is nothing in the subsequent exploration, when he bids again for the next round of ultra-deep sea blocks tendered by the Brazilian Petroleum Authority, they will not be so persuasive.


    After pondering for a while, "Rebecca, the money from the last financing is all in the account of Phoenix Bank?"


    "Yes!"


    "I''ll set aside $2 billion for you, and I''ll make an asset management plan for the rest."


    Kennedy, Morgan, and Roosevelt wanted nothing more than profit. Since the exploration of oil in Brazil will not satisfy them for a while, so if you want to stop their mouths and continue to take ultra-deepwater exploration blocks that are not optimistic to the outside world, you can only make up for it from other places.


    At present, the most suitable one is the capital market. With an average annual growth rate of more than 20% for gold and oil, he is confident that Unocal''s net income ratio will exceed that of all oil companies in the world, even without leverage.


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 Chapter 569： Hotel dinner

    Chapter 569 Hotel Dinner


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    "Boss, the company''s business has been expanding. And it is still negotiating mergers and acquisitions with some small oil companies. I''m afraid $2 billion is not enough."


    "I know. $2 billion is for you to keep the company running. As for mergers and acquisitions, a small amount of cash plus a stake in the new company, I think they''ll agree."


    He only needs to get 51% of Unocal''s absolute controlling stake to ensure his control over the company, and he doesn''t mind taking out the rest of the shares for trading.


    Rebecca Mark nodded. If she still has doubts about Guo Shouyun''s insistence on only three ultra-deep sea blocks in the Brazilian oil tender, then Rebecca has no intention of questioning the asset management plan he created by himself. Because in the past few years, the operation of this big boss in the capital market has been too successful.


    The dazzling results are enough to make anyone with a firm attitude become submissive.


    After the car put down Rebecca halfway, Guo Shouyun returned to the villa where he was staying. After a simple lunch, he did not continue to work in the afternoon. After taking a shower and relaxing the tense nerves in the morning, in the evening, I changed my clothes and left the villa with Matthew.


    Of course, Wu Xiaojing and Wang Jue were not brought along this time. Because this time is not a job, there is no need to bring an assistant.


    Sofitel Ipanema, one of the best five star hotels in Rio de Janeiro. The top-level decoration and luxurious accommodation conditions here have always been the preferred choice of accommodation for businessmen and celebrities who came to Brazil.


    Tonight''s ''Sofitel Ipanema'' is extraordinarily bright. In order to welcome executives from the world''s top oil giants, the hotel specially prepared a red carpet and turned on all the neon lights in the hotel to show grand.


    It is no wonder that they are like this. In all industries in the world, when it comes to influence, I am afraid that only the bankers in the financial field can compare with the oil giants.


    Oil giants stomp their feet, and global energy prices will tremble. The rise and fall of energy prices affects the revenue of all companies and the lives of almost everyone.


    Oil is the lifeblood of the global economy.


    After getting off the bus, Guo Shouyun briefly looked at the appearance of the hotel and walked in along the red carpet. He didn''t come early, so when he stepped into the hotel banquet hall, there were already many people here.


    After a brief look, he recruited the waiter, grabbed a glass of champagne, walked to the seat next to him and sat down.


    There were people he knew, but most of them were nodding acquaintances, and many were not even nodding acquaintances. Just met at some charity receptions, or industry conferences. Therefore, there is no need to take the initiative to come over. Moreover, with his current status, there is not much need to actively expand contacts at this level of banquet.


    When it comes to status, more than 95% of the people here are inferior to him.


    However, Guo Shouyun did not intend to take the initiative to know others. Those who knew him wanted to take the opportunity to develop him into their network.


    "Mr. Guo, do you mind taking a seat?"


    "It turned out to be Mr. Watanabe, please take a seat!"


    Although I don''t like Japanese very much, I can''t lose etiquette because of personal likes and dislikes.


    "thanks!"


    Sitting opposite Guo Shouyun, Watanabe Junichi briefly looked at the calm man opposite him and smiled, "First of all, congratulations to Mr. Guo for getting what he wanted in the previous oil bid."


    "I got what I wanted? I think Mr. Watanabe must have misunderstood. The exploration blocks I really want are No. 2 and No. 6, but they don''t have the abundant financial resources of BP and Chevron Texaco, so I have to choose. Just three ultra-deep water blocks.��


    "So it is. ... Mr. Guo, the exploration of the three ultra-deepwater blocks has a high demand for funds. We, Sunway Co., Ltd. have rich experience in the field of engineering, especially in offshore exploration. If Mr. Guo doesn''t mind, We are willing to cooperate with Unocal in the exploration and subsequent development of Block 15."


    Guo Shouyun sneered in his heart when he looked at this smiling, short-statured Japanese man with gold-rimmed glasses who seemed to be a good gentleman. This guy is really cunning. Until now, I am testing my attitude towards ultra-deep water blocks.


    Of course, this is not surprising. Including the shareholders of Unocal, and the people who hide behind them and let them ask about themselves through relationships; and the people of John Watson, who are not the same as inquiring about his secrets.


    In fact, this is also easy to understand. When a shrewd and successful person suddenly makes a decision that is stupid in the eyes of ordinary people, the first thing people think about is not how stupid his decision is; it is whether he has preemptively understood information that others don''t know, and got it. Biggest cake ever.


    Although there is a lot of information to prove that Guo Shouyun''s decision has no realistic basis to support. But these self-proclaimed shrewd people just don''t believe it. And there is a high probability that this suspicion will continue for a long time. It will not dissipate until Unocal has been working hard for half a year or a year in the three ultra-deep water blocks and can''t find oil.


    Then this doubt, in the face of the reality of his failure, turned into ridicule.


    And then, after Brazil''s seventh and eighth ultra-deepwater bidding starts, he will win these blocks with much less doubt and little competition.


    And this is exactly what Guo Shouyun wanted!


    The sarcasm and ridicule are uncomfortable, but they are nothing compared to the real benefits.


    "It''s only one or two hundred million dollars, but Unocal can still come up with it. Moreover, Nikki Co., Ltd. has good engineering strength. But in the field of offshore oil exploration and development, Unocal''s strength is even comparable to that of ExxonMobil and BP. It��s not inferior. So, I appreciate Mr. Watanabe��s kindness. Cooperation, no way!��


    Watanabe Junyi''s eyes flashed, "That''s such a pity. ... However, Mr. Guo seems to be very confident in his choice?"


    "My confidence comes from the fact that even the loss of 200 million US dollars in exploration costs is not a big deal for Unocal." After a pause, Guo Shouyun stood up, "I''m sorry, I have a friend here, so I''ll leave first. ."


    "Mr. Guo, please!"


    After Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, he turned and left. He really can''t be bothered to talk to this guy.


    Looking at his back, Watanabe Junichi stared at him for a while before slowly turning around and leaving.


    "Mr. Parent, it''s been a long time!"


    After leaving Watanabe Junichi, Guo Shouyun briefly glanced at the crowd at the party and walked over after seeing Pedro Parente of Petrobras.


    "Mr. Guo!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun, Parent took the initiative to stretch out his right hand towards him.


    After the two briefly shook hands, Parent pointed to the middle-aged bald man next to him, "I''ll introduce, this is George Souness, the chief operating officer of Shell Oil Company! ... George, I think this You don''t need me to introduce it to you."


    "Of course, Mr. Guo''s name, who does not know now, who does not know?"


    After holding the opponent''s right hand, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Award! Unocal is much worse than Shell."


    The two sides simply greeted each other.


    "Two people, why don''t we find a quiet place to do it, it just so happens that I have some things to talk about with the two of you." Pedro Parente said.


    "OK!"


    None of them are fools, and no one will refuse an invitation from Brazil''s state-owned oil giant.


    After searching for a while on the sidelines, the three found a seat with relatively few people and sat down. However, none of the people present were blind. After noticing the movements of the three, they unanimously divided some of their attention to them.


    "Both, Shell and Pacific Energy, which is owned by Mr. Guo, are the world''s top energy suppliers and contractors. In the past, we have cooperated with Pacific Energy on the Bolivia-Brazil gas pipeline and Shell on the Argentina-Brazil gas pipeline. Pleasant, the project is progressing smoothly, and the future is bright. So we, Petrobras, hope to have more cooperation with Pacific Energy and Shell.��


    "Mr Parente means new transnational gas pipelines?" George Souness asked.


    "In order to cope with the growing demand for energy in Brazil''s economic development, the government hopes to build a natural gas pipeline that can connect coastal cities. Connect the two pipelines in Bolivia and Argentina to form a natural gas pipeline network connecting 50% of Brazil''s major cities." Pedro Parente nodded.


    Guo Shouyun moved in his heart and asked, "I don''t know how long the natural gas pipeline that Mr. Parente mentioned is connecting the coastal cities in Brazil? Which cities are connected?"


    Pedro Parente smiled slightly after looking at him.


    "From Porto Alegre, via Florian��polis, Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Vitoria, El Salvador, Aracaju, Maceio, Recife, Joao Pessoa, Natal, ending at Fortaleza. The total length is 3,900 miles, the annual transportation volume is 10 billion cubic meters, and the total investment is 4.5 billion US dollars." After a pause, "about twice as long as the coastal pipeline project that Mr. Guo talked about last time. I don''t know. Are you interested?"


    "Pacific is interested in projects that fit our business. However, for such a large project, we also need to assess the risks involved in order to give Mr. Parent an accurate answer."


    Pedro Parente said, "Risk assessment is a matter of course. However, Unocal, a subsidiary of Mr. Guo, is now the largest natural gas extractor and supplier in Bolivia, holding 28 of the 28 natural gas blocks in Santa Cruz province. 14 hold 13.7% of Bolivia''s proven natural gas reserves of 52 trillion cubic feet, such a huge amount of natural gas requires a vast market to realize. I think nothing is closer, and the economy is fast A developing Brazil is more appropriate."


    ����Similarly, Shell is the largest natural gas developer in Argentina and a major shareholder in the Argentina-Brazil gas pipeline, so it would be the best option for Shell to monetize the gas from Shell Argentina in Brazil, the most recent market. "


    After Guo Shouyun and George Souness looked at each other, the latter smiled: "If we invest, how should the shares be divided?"


    "Of course, it is divided according to their respective capital contributions. However, in order to balance the interests of all parties, each company''s equity shall not exceed 40% at most."


    "What about the right to operate the pipeline?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "An additional independent company will be established to operate and maintain the pipeline."


    "Will Petrobras consider other partners besides Pacific Energy and Shell?" asked George Souness.

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 Chapter 570： Brazil Coastal Natural Gas Pipeline

    Chapter 570 Brazil Coastal Natural Gas Pipeline


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    "Will consider it! After all, the natural gas pipeline around the coast of Brazil is a huge investment project. But given Unocal, Pacific Energy, and Shell; Bolivia gas source and pipeline and Argentina gas source and pipeline. For the cooperation in the eastern coastal natural gas pipeline project, I hope that the three parties can form an investment entity."


    After listening to his words, Guo Shouyun and George Souness had the same thoughtful expressions on their faces.


    For Guo Shouyun, he is 80 percent sure that the coastal gas pipeline concocted by the Brazilian authorities is an enlarged version of the gas pipeline from Porto Aleg to Victoria that he has submitted.


    And it is likely that Shell, which owns the Argentina-Brazil gas pipeline, also submitted an extension, the Santa Maria to Porto Alegre pipeline, when Pacific Energy Group submitted the pipeline plan.


    Since they all have plans to invest in Brazil, Petrobras simply engages in a large pipeline program, which now covers most of the cities along the coast of Brazil.


    Although this was just Guo Shouyun''s guess, he was almost certain that this guess was correct. However, in this case, Pacific Group''s plan to be the operator and contractor of the gas pipeline, and the only partner other than Petrobras, will definitely go bankrupt.


    "How are you two thinking?"


    Pedro Parente asked.


    "We Pacific Energy Group are very interested in this pipeline. We will do a risk assessment as soon as possible and give Mr. Parente and Petrobras an answer within the shortest time after getting the results!" Guo Shouyun said quickly.


    "We Shell also have a strong interest in this pipeline. I will contact the headquarters as soon as possible and give an answer to Mr. Parent as soon as possible." George Souness also quickly replied.


    All are not fools. Once this pipeline is constructed, it will be the most critical backbone network of Brazil''s natural gas pipeline in the future. Its role is similar to that of Huaxia''s West-East Gas Pipeline.


    Participating in and mastering such a pipeline can not only gain huge profits, but also deeply participate in Brazil''s domestic economy and politics. The hidden benefits are immeasurable.


    Of course, with such a large project almost on the table with an attractive prospect, the benefits are self-evident. However, the difficulties must be investigated clearly, especially Brazil''s future energy policy and domestic political situation, which directly determine whether this pipeline will change its course halfway, or be stillborn.


    Projects like Huaxia''s Myitsone Hydropower Station in Myanmar and the high-speed rail in Malaysia must not appear in Brazil.


    "I''m relieved to hear the two of you say so. In addition, this pipeline plan is still in the paper stage, so please keep it secret for the time being and don''t disclose it to the media."


    "Certainly, Mr. Parent, don''t worry."


    After George Souness finished speaking, Guo Shouyun also nodded.


    "You two, let''s talk about this first. Oh, right. If you don''t want to be harassed, I think it''s time to leave."


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun and George Souness were stunned for a moment, then reacted immediately. Look at the eyes around you that are looking directly or indirectly here. Obviously, if they stay here, people who want to take the opportunity to inquire about the news will directly surround them.


    For profit-seeking capitalists, they will not let go of any place where secrets may be hidden. Especially three people, one represents Petrobras, one represents Shell, and the other represents many companies including Pacific Energy and Unocal. When they get together, in addition to small talk, a casual disclosure can cause a big change in Brazil''s energy industry.


    Before, the expressions and attitudes of the three of them were obviously not like small talk. It is bound to attract more curiosity and peeps.


    "It happened that I participated in the bidding of the morning, and I was physically and mentally exhausted. If I could leave earlier, it would be great." Guo Shouyun shrugged and stood up.


    "I also have a similar idea with Mr. Guo!" said George Souness.


    "Then let''s get together!"


    After the three agreed, they walked out of the banquet hall with a smile. Looking at their backs, the expressions of the people who were left behind were different, but obviously things would not end like this.


    In fact, even Guo Shouyun and George Souness know that such a large project of the Brazilian coastal natural gas pipeline project cannot be concealed from these multinational oil giants. They''re just trying to buy time for their company, and then have more advantage in projects that may be more companies involved in the future.


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    "Bang bang...!"


    Guo Shouyun held on to the railing and looked at the survey ship not far away, the sound of gunshots could be heard from time to time. This is the sound of the flanking machine gun. In offshore oil exploration, the first thing to do is seismic survey. The most common method of seismic measurement is to use a flanking machine gun to blast bubbles into the sea, and then use a seismometer to analyze the geological conditions. In the case of near-shore areas, heavy-duty trucks can also be used to ram the ground.


    Not far from the survey ship, there is a behemoth with a length of 100 meters, a width of nearly 80 meters, and a height of nearly ten stories.


    This is the sixth-generation drilling platform that Lone Star purchased from Friedgoldman three years ago, with a payload of 7,500 tons and a maximum construction depth of 3,000 meters, which is enough for the Santos Basin.


    And this semi-submersible drilling rig, named ''Lynx'' within Lone Star, is the main force of Unocal''s exploration in Block 15.


    Now the first exploratory well is being laid here.


    "If only a well could be drilled and oil could be found!"


    Wang Jue next to him sighed.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at her, smiled and shook his head.


    Although the knowledge he has acquired in his two lifetimes is not comparable to oil exploration. But this time he participated in the bidding for the Brazilian oil block, and he also made up a lot of knowledge in this area.


    According to the existing records, even in very few areas with abundant oil resources, it is a legend that the first oil exploration well sees oil. It''s like an anecdote, often circulated among oil workers, but never actually seen.


    As oil resources around the world become more and more scarce oil drilling is getting deeper and deeper, and the location is getting more and more remote, and the probability of seeing oil in wild cat wells is close to none.


    However, it is impossible to do wildcat wells without drilling, and even advanced rock evaluation operations cannot replace drilling operations. The latter is often used to negate the former, and then start the next round of drilling operations.


    If it was said that ten exploratory wells could be used to obtain oil in Texas and the Middle East in the last century, in the 1990s, dozens or even hundreds of exploratory wells were needed to have hope.


    Therefore, even if there is oil in the three ultra-deep sea blocks, it will take a year or two to find it with a semi-submersible drilling rig. Of course, this is still a case of luck. It should be noted that the total area of ??these three blocks combined is nearly 6,000 square kilometers. On the other hand, a single semi-submersible drilling platform can detect a dozen or 20 square kilometers when a preliminary well is drilled. The probability of this is too low.


    Of course, it is also easy to complete the detection within three years, as long as you are willing to spend money. Ten semi-submersible drilling platforms operate at the same time, and the efficiency can be increased tenfold. The more you rent, the higher the efficiency. However, the rent of 300,000 to 500,000 US dollars a day for each drilling rig is not a small amount.


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 Chapter 571： Exxon Mobil

    Chapter 571 Exxon Mobil


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    "Wang Jue, today is our first day out?"


    "Seven days!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "It''s been exactly a week."


    On the third day after the closing of the Petrobras bidding, he joined Unocal''s exploration ship and came to the sea 200 kilometers away from Santos. A small part of the reason is that he has not seen offshore oil exploration and plans to watch something new, and more is to avoid the top executives of oil companies who come to harass them under various banners.


    Although, with the strength of these energy giants, it is not difficult to obtain information on the Brazilian coastal natural gas pipeline. But it''s not easy to get in. Except for Petrobras, which represents the Brazilian government. Two other major players in the Brazilian coastal gas pipeline.


    Unocal controls the gas supply to Bolivia, as well as the vital Bolivia-Brazil gas pipeline. Shell controls Argentina''s gas source and the Argentina-Brazil gas pipeline. Brazilian authorities will need them if they want to build a gas grid that could extend to half of the country''s major cities.


    But other companies don''t have that advantage. Although ExxonMobil, BP, and Totala also have operations in Brazil, they are mainly concentrated in oil extraction, processing, storage, refining and distribution and retail. For natural gas, Pacific Energy and Shell, still inheriting the legacy of Enron, are better.


    If these big guys want to get involved, at least two of Petrobras, Shell, and Unocal are needed.


    "...Xiaojing, how many letters of interview you have suppressed now?"


    Standing on the right side of Guo Shouyun, Wu Xiaojing in a black OL business suit quickly replied, "There are currently sixteen copies!"


    "Which companies are there?" Guo Shouyun continued to ask.


    "ExxonMobil, BP, ChevronTexaco, Totala, Statoil..., Nippon Oil, China National Offshore Oil Corporation."


    "Huaxia Offshore Oil Company?"


    "Yes!"


    "Interesting. Did the name mention it?"


    After Wu Xiaojing nodded, "Zhao Junchen, Deputy General Manager of Huaxia Offshore Oil Company."


    "Zhao Junchen? Zhao Junchen...!" Guo Shouyun thought thoughtfully, "I always think this name sounds familiar!"


    "Do you know the boss?"


    After waving at Wang Jue to signal her to be quiet, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, then slapped his forehead suddenly, "I remember."


    Zhao Junchen, later chairman of Huaxia Offshore Oil Company. The reason why he was impressed by this person is that he led Huahai Oil''s acquisition of Canada''s Nexen Oil Company.


    Whether it is a huge capital of 15.1 billion US dollars, or the sensitive industry of oil; and the background that most of the Huaxia enterprises went overseas and failed because of inexperience. The success of Huahai Oil deserves a lot of media attention. Therefore, during that time, the words Huahai Oil and Zhao Junchen were really prosperous in Huaxia at that time for a long time. Sina, where Guo Shouyun works, also edited many news articles, including his writing.


    Turning his head, Guo Shouyun smiled at Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing''s curious eyes. The memory of the past life, naturally will not tell them.


    "Send an email to this Mr. Zhao Junchen and say that I want to meet him."


    "Okay! What time?" Wu Xiaojing nodded.


    "Three days later."


    Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it, "By the way, let him confirm the location first. If he is still in Brazil, he will make an appointment in the conference room of the Pacific Energy Group headquarters. If he has returned to China, wait for the next opportunity."


    "Yes!"


    After Wu Xiaojing turned around and entered the cabin, "Wang Jue, call the chief mate and let''s go back to Rio de Janeiro."


    "go back?"


    "Well! Except these days, some things should be dealt with."


    Following Guo Shouyun''s order, the yacht he rented began to turn around and head towards Rio de Janeiro, 200 kilometers away.


    The day after returning home, Guo Shouyun contacted ExxonMobil CEO Chris Hurt. Not sitting together face to face, of course, but video calling.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s really not easy to see you!"


    "Mr. Hurt is serious. But I am really busy these days. I hope Mr. Hurt will forgive me."


    The other party smiled and didn''t delve into this aspect. After all, compared to these minutiae, the latter things are the real focus.


    "Since Mr. Guo took the initiative to contact him, I think he should have a result in his heart?"


    "Mr. Hurt, I can support ExxonMobil about the natural pipeline in Brazil, and then we can work together. But I have something here, and I hope I can get your support."


    Chris Hurt in the video moved, "What does Mr. Guo want?"


    "Actually, even if I don''t say it, with Mr. Hurt''s wisdom, I should be able to guess it!"


    "Iraq oil?"


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    Now Iraqi oil resources are a super cake that global oil companies are paying close attention to. Undoubtedly, only Anglo American Oil Company, especially American Oil Company, can share the fattest position in this big cake. It''s just now that the war has just ended, the Iraqi interim government has just started to operate, and everything is complicated, and it has not had time to allocate oil resources. But it wasn''t long before the meal started.


    "Which oil field is Mr. Guo interested in?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said: "ExxonMobil''s status is unique, and I respect your interests, so Rumaila Oilfield is reserved for you But as the fourth largest oil company in the United States, Unocal wants to get Majinu Oil Field!"


    "Maginu Oilfield? We ExxonMobil can support you... Wait, Mr. Guo means that Unocal intends to take Majinu for himself?" Chris Hurt quickly heard the clue from Guo Shouyun''s tone.


    "Of course. If it is to share with a second party, I don''t need to seek ExxonMobil''s support."


    Chris Hurt narrowed his eyes, "Mr. Guo''s ambition is really not to be underestimated. You must know that the Rumaila oilfield is huge, but we have to share it with BP. The Silguna oilfield is also home to Chevron Texaco and Shell. Joint development. Majinu is the third largest oil field in southern Iraq, but Mr. Guo wants to swallow all the reserves of 13 billion barrels?!��


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "I can''t help it. Unocal''s oil and gas reserves are only a fraction of ExxonMobil''s, Chevron Texaco is more than three times ours, and ConocoPhillips is twice ours. And you have huge Storage, chemical, retail and distribution. So if I don''t think about it, I''m afraid Unocal is getting farther and farther away from you."


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 Chapter 572： quid pro quo

    Chapter five hundred and seventy-two exchange conditions


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    "Mr. Guo, in fact, we don''t mind you becoming a shareholder of our ExxonMobil!"


    "Could it be that ExxonMobil is still planning to acquire our Unocal?"


    "This is not very good. Once the two sides merge, Mr. Guo can become our largest individual shareholder of ExxonMobil."


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun''s expression remained unchanged, but he couldn''t stop complaining in his heart.


    In Unocal he can speak his mind. But if the two sides merge, in the best case, he can get a dozen percent of ExxonMobil''s shares. These shares are gold mines in the eyes of investment institutions, but they are tasteless in Guo Shouyun''s view.


    According to the existing commercial law, if the holding institution or individual holds no more than 30% of the total shares, there is no ''one-vote veto'' over the decision-making of the group. Without this right, he is at best a larger shareholder, a shareholder that sounds good, but there are many such shareholders on ExxonMobil''s board. Except that it will be useful to hold a general meeting of shareholders to exercise voting rights, it is not useful at all.


    As for the idea of ??increasing Exxon Mobil''s shares to 30%, unless it is a special opportunity, such as the subprime mortgage crisis and the oil crisis, it is not very likely at all. Because the power is so great, ExxonMobil''s chairman, CEO, and COO are definitely not willing to add a king to their heads. Guo Shouyun is 100% sure that once he tries to do this, ExxonMobil''s management''s stock split, poison pill plan and other ways to diversify equity will come.


    Therefore, one is to be a nominal shareholder, and the other is to be a "one word", and a fool knows how to choose.


    "Mr. Hurt, I''m still very young, and I don''t plan to retire so soon!"


    "Well, it seems that I have no chance to work with Mr. Guo." After a pause, "I would like to ask, if ExxonMobil supports Unocal''s decision, we can use it in the Brazilian coastal natural gas pipeline plan. How many shares?"


    "5%~10%!"


    "That number is a little too low."


    "If Exxon Mobil can help me get more than half of the Majinou oil field, I can give you all of the Pacific Energy Group''s shares in the Brazilian gas pipeline."


    Natural gas pipelines in Brazil contain huge profits, but how can they compare to a super-giant oilfield with proven reserves of 13 billion barrels and hidden reserves of 25 billion barrels!


    Chris Hurt smiled and said nothing.


    Support and win, the difference between the words, the meaning of which is very different. It doesn''t take much effort to support, nor does Exxon Mobil need to use its own network of connections. It only needs to not oppose Unocal''s claims when things come to an end. But winning is a completely different concept. In the situation of Iraqi wolves with less meat, even Exxon Mobil would have to use countless contacts and money to make it possible.


    Paying such a large price for a Brazilian coastal natural gas pipeline project is really not worth it.


    "Although I personally want to promise Mr. Guo, but unfortunately I can''t convince the board of directors. So, I can only apologize."


    "It doesn''t matter. As long as ExxonMobil doesn''t set obstacles in this matter." Guo Shouyun didn''t expect the other party to really agree.


    "OK! I can guarantee this!"


    Although ExxonMobil and BP share the Rumaila field. But what they got was the South Rumaila oilfield with reserves of up to 1.96 billion tons. It''s just that the reserves of South Rumaila are higher than that of the Majinu Oilfield, and they naturally have no reason to disagree.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I will pass it on to the person in charge of Pacific Energy and ask them to discuss with ExxonMobil in detail."


    After the two sides continued to communicate with each other, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    "Finally got ExxonMobil!"


    On the government side, he''s already got George W. Bush. Now ExxonMobil has almost won. Most of the factors preventing him from getting the Majinu oil field have gone.


    "Wang Jue, is there any news about Chevron Texaco?"


    "This is a document just sent from the Information Management Department. Yesterday, the Chevron Texaco board of directors officially issued an announcement on its official website, removing Calvin Booth as chief operating officer and replacing him with John Watson."


    Guo Shouyun''s expression moved, and he quickly read the result document from Wang Jue''s hand.


    "I feel unwell and resign voluntarily?"


    Looking at the reasons for Calvin Booth''s resignation written in the document, Guo Shouyun shook his head. When he met Calvin Booth a few days ago, he was full of energy and participated in Areg for Chevron Texaco. The natural gas pipeline from Ligang to Victoria, I keep fighting with myself, what kind of discomfort does it feel there?


    "Is there a more precise reason?"


    "There is no more accurate reply from the Information Management Department."


    The Information Management Department is a branch of the Guo Shouyun Secretariat and is in charge of Will Harrington. It collects global economic, political and business intelligence and provides support for all Guo Shouyun''s decision-making. After three or four years of development, this institution is now an astonishing institution with nearly 300 official staff and more than 10 million edited files. However, compared to the intelligence departments of those old-fashioned families and corporate trusts, they still lack some background.


    However, in addition to making up for the defects caused by this time, Guo Shouyun couldn''t think of a good way. Fortunately, Will Harrington is talented enough. Since he became the head of the information management department, the development of this intelligence agency has been very fast, and the information is also very timely.


    In addition, under Guo Shouyun''s huge secretariat, in addition to the Information Management Department responsible for intelligence, there are also the ''Security Department'' responsible for security, the ''Bruce Foundation'' responsible for think tanks, and the ''Finance Department'' responsible for his personal finances and investments , the ''Personnel Department'' responsible for personnel; the ''Administration Department'' responsible for document editing and processing, book proofing and publishing, the ''Logistics Department'' responsible for vehicle, ship and private jet arrangements, and the ''Legal Department'' responsible for legal aspects.


    Apart from not having a company name, it is almost indistinguishable from the management of a company.


    And this increasingly large secretariat is Guo Shouyun''s real brain, assisting him to manage all his companies, and to handle information and public and private matters from all aspects is very important!


    Although there is no more accurate information from the Information Management Department, Guo Shouyun can also guess that the reason why Chevron Texaco has such a change is nothing more than the result of internal power struggle.


    When a company is big, politics is inevitable. Even the Taizu said: There is no party outside the party, the idea of ????the emperor; It is human nature to fight for power. And it''s no secret that executives at Chevron and Texaco are battling for corporate power.


    And now with the departure of Calvin Booth, it indicates that the battle between the two factions has gradually come to an end. From later generations, Chevron Texaco took the initiative to remove the name of Texaco, and only retained the brand name of Chevron. It can be seen that the former has won this battle.


    However, these have little to do with Guo Shouyun. He didn''t want to get involved either. Moreover, Chevron Texaco''s infighting, if they can let them relax their attention on Iraqi oil, may be a good thing for him.


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 Chapter 573： big brazilian family

    The five hundred and seventieth chapters of the Brazilian family


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    "Tell me about the Information Department. After the Chevron Texaco matter is clear, notify me as soon as possible."


    "Yes!" Wang Jue nodded quickly.


    "How''s the matter you explained to you three days ago?"


    "Everything has been done according to the boss''s instructions."


    "He took it?"


    "Yeah!" Wang Jue nodded and hesitated for a moment, "Boss, is the price too high?"


    ��It��s just money, you can spend it and make more money. But our connections in Brazil can��t be sloppy. Especially Fernando Michel is the head of the Brazilian Petroleum Authority. He is too relevant to our many businesses in Brazil. It��s not a pity to spend more money.��


    The level of corruption at all levels in Brazil is staggering. Take this time as an example, in order to stabilize his relationship with Fernando Michel, Guo Shouyun secretly smashed real estate and cash of nearly 5 million US dollars.


    This is just him, the other members of Congress, judges, large and small, add up to nearly 10 million. Although this public relations expenditure is huge, it must be spent. This is because other energy giants are doing their business up and down. If you don''t do it, you will lose your chance next time.


    Of course, although corruption in Brazil is very serious and the collusion between government and business is well known, in order to avoid stepping on thunder in the future, Guo Shouyun never personally touches this kind of thing.


    "what time is it?"


    "Forty-five minutes to six in the afternoon!"


    "Matthew, pack up, we''ll go out at six!" After speaking, Guo Shouyun smiled, looking at Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing''s inquiring eyes, "I''m going to attend the Marinho family''s business dinner."


    "Boss, didn''t you refuse before?"


    "I changed my mind. These Brazilian land snake families still need to visit."


    In fact, what made Guo Shouyun change his attention was not because of the status of the Marinho family in Brazil. Instead, he saw several names that interested him on a guest invitation letter he accidentally got. It just so happened that he also had time tonight, so he simply made a trip in person.


    "By the way, the two of you will prepare a report for me tonight on the current situation of Huaxia''s oil industry and the development of Huaxia Oil. I will read it tomorrow."


    "Yes!"


    After explaining, Guo Shouyun took Matthew out of the house.


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    Although Brazil is not a Western country, it has inherited the Portuguese culture and has cultivated a large number of Western-style aristocratic classes in the hundreds of years since its founding. Among them, the fifteen most famous families are Marinho, Zafra, Demoraes, Salles, and Camargo. As the head of the fifteen major families, Marinho holds all the shares of the largest media group in South America, "Universal".


    The group''s ''Global Television Network'' accounts for about half of the Brazilian radio and television market, with sales revenue reaching US$4.8 billion in 2002 and profit reaching US$1.1 billion. Despite being Brazil''s largest media company, Universal has refused to go public and remains a family business.


    The family''s three brothers, Ilineu Roberto, Joao Roberto and Jose Roberto, have a combined net worth of $28.3 billion.


    Although the matrix gap between Universal Group and Guo Shouyun is still huge. But in Brazil, it''s already an awesome Big Mac. Therefore, today, the commercial charity reception organized by the Marinho family gathered almost most of the political and business celebrities in Brazil, especially in Rio de Janeiro.


    Getulio Filho, owner of Filho Films. Like most small film and television companies, he took a lot of trouble to get the invitation to today''s party. The purpose is to expand my network. It would be even better if we could cooperate with Media Trust "Universal".


    So, after waiting for a long time, he finally saw his opportunity.


    "Hello Mr. Roberto!"


    Irineu Roberto did not know the man in a black suit with a complimenting smile on his face. However, in the business world for a long time, he has seen many such people who took the initiative to join him. Out of courtesy, he also held the hand that the other party took the initiative to reach out to.


    "Hello!"


    "Mr. Roberto, I have always admired Universal, especially this year it has achieved amazing results under your leadership!"


    Ilineu Roberto smiled faintly and did not speak.


    Seeing that the other party didn''t say anything, Getulio Fello, who was pressed for time, gritted his teeth secretly, "Because of your influence, I also set up a film and television company. I just filmed a TV series this year. I hope to be able to cooperate with your company. On Universal Television Network!"


    "Universal will not reject any film and television company that wants to cooperate with us. As long as the quality of Mr. Feilue''s TV series passes the standard, I think the people from the company will take the initiative to discuss with you..."


    Just as Ilineu Roberto finished speaking, a middle-aged man in a black suit hurried past the guests, walked to his side, and quickly whispered a few words in his ear.


    "real?"


    Ilineu Roberto''s voice suddenly grew louder. Let the people around him, including Getulio Filho, turn their heads subconsciously.


    "Really, now the other party''s car has entered the manor!"


    The middle-aged man nodded quickly.


    "Come on!"


    Ilineu Roberto, who was originally calm, had a touch of excitement and urgency on his face. After handing it over to the middle-aged man, he strode through the living room and walked towards the door.


    Seeing the master like this, those in the banquet hall who noticed the movement here subconsciously turned their eyes away. After Ilineu Roberto''s back disappeared, there were more and more curious people, and more and more eyes were paying attention to the door. In particular, Getulio Filho, who had the clearest observation of Irineu Roberto''s entire change in attitude, was even more curious.


    After a while, Ilineu Roberto, who had gone out before, quickly came back under the eyes that were watching from time to time. But beside him, there was another young man wearing a dark blue suit, tall and straight, handsome in appearance, with a faint smile on his face, but he did not damage his calm and mature temperament at all.


    From Irineu Roberto''s attentive and enthusiastic attitude, and the young man''s easy-going demeanor, we know that this man''s identity is extraordinary.


    "I didn''t expect him to come too."


    "Mr. Goulart knows?"


    "Of course I know This person is the famous Bruce Guo. The boss of Pacific Energy Group, Unocal, Apple, Phoenix Bank, Matrix, Guo''s Business Group, Ruby, and Google."


    "He''s Bruce Guo?... I didn''t expect it to be as rumored, so young."


    "The energy of the Marinho family is really amazing, to be able to invite him."��


    Although Guo Shouyun still rarely participates in news interviews and business receptions, with the development of his various companies, his status in the industry has become more and more important, and he has been mentioned more and more times. Coupled with the interviews and reports of Time Magazine some time ago, more and more people know him.


    The vague discussion in the living room and the increasingly concerned eyes made Ilineu Roberto excited. Being able to invite heavyweight guests is a huge benefit for him and the reputation of the Marinho family!


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    Chapter 574 The Voice of America


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    "Mr. Guo is honored to meet you. It is an honor for our Marinho family to invite a VIP like you today!"


    "Mr. Roberto has won the award. The Marinho family has a strong influence and reputation in Brazil. It is also an honor for me to be invited by your family."


    After a few words of courtesy, "Mr. Guo, our Universal Group is the largest media organization in Brazil. And Mr. Guo''s matrix is ??Hollywood, and even the world''s top film and television companies. Before, we have also had a lot of business cooperation. And it has been in good shape. So, I think it is necessary for us to have a drink and celebrate together at this happy moment today!��


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, and nodded slightly after taking the champagne handed over by the other party.


    "It''s really been a pleasure working with Matrix and Universal. That''s one of the reasons I''m here today."


    After the words fell, the two of them clinked glasses, smiled at each other and took a sip of the champagne in the goblet.


    "I heard that Mr. Guo got a lot from the Brazilian oil tender a few days ago?"


    "It''s just a few blocks that others don''t like. To say that they have gained a lot, it is also BP and Chevron Texaco." After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Mr. Roberto is also interested in the oil industry. ?"


    "Hehe, how could it be. It''s just that I''ve heard about the big oil bidding, and I just asked about it today. In addition, I''m not as talented as Mr. Guo, who has become a giant in many industries in just a few years. One Universal Group company is enough for me to worry about.��


    "Mr. Roberto is too humble, the Universal Group is managed by you!"


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for the praise, but it is still far from the matrix!" After a pause, he touched the glass, Ilineu Roberto glanced at the man opposite, and smiled, "Mr. Guo, it is expensive now. "The Voice of America" ??produced by the company is booming, with an average rating of 12.33, which is almost on par with "Pop Idol" carefully produced by FOX, which is really enviable."


    "The Voice of America" ??is the "Voice of America", a music talent show carefully created by Matrix Media and Matrix Records. It started broadcasting from the first issue in June and ended in September, with an average rating of 12.33, second only to Fox TV''s "Pop Idol" has a rating of 12.67, making it the second most-rated variety in this year''s variety shows.


    With the popularity of "Voice of America", it is followed by huge income. Among them, in terms of advertising, the naming rights were sold for US$45 million; the advertising placement was US$268,000 within 30 seconds. Derivatives development, at present, the matrix has completed 15 categories and 322 different commodities. The income in this area is 220 million US dollars. , at least double. Even so, the direct revenue generated by "Voice of America" ??currently tops $800 million.


    In addition to the money, the CW public television station, which is responsible for broadcasting the program, has gained amazing attention among the mainstream audience of 18-45 years old, and the matrix records that signed all the finalists have also obtained a few with a good fan base. And the conditions are good, a singer with training potential!


    The most important thing is that with the launch of "The Voice of America", Matrix Media has a phenomenon-level pillar variety show that can hold up the table, which can bring continuous attention and huge profits in the next few years.


    From Ilineu Roberto''s eyes, Guo Shouyun saw greed and desire. This is also very normal. The ability of "Voice of America" ??to attract money is obvious to all. Any media company is eager to have it, and the same is true for Universal Group.


    "Mr Roberto wants?"


    "Of course! The Voice of America has a novel program structure, and it is also applicable to Brazilian audiences. So, I hope Mr. Guo can agree to us buying its copyright!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Matrix does not refuse to take out the copyright of "Voice of America", if Universal really wants it, you can go directly to the matrix management to discuss! I think they will give a fair and acceptable to both parties. condition."


    "Mr. Guo, I have consulted Mr. Morris, CEO of Matrix Company, and he said that this requires your consent!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded after some thought, and Buddy Morris understood how much he valued The Voice of America. So before he spoke, he didn''t dare to sell the copyright of the program without permission.


    "I''ll give him a call, I believe it''ll be fine next time!"


    "Then thank you Mr. Guo."


    "Global Group is a partner of the matrix, and mutual benefit between the two parties is also something that should be done."


    "Mr. Guo is right, our cooperation is appropriate!"


    After the words fell, the two smiled at each other, clinking glasses, and each took a sip of champagne.


    Although the strength of Universal Group is still far behind the matrix, it has a dominant and powerful influence in the media field in South America, especially Brazil. Matrix''s movies and TVs have to cooperate with each other if they want to enter here. From this point of view, befriending the Universal Group and the Marinho family is only good for him and the matrix.


    At this moment, the bald butler came over again and waited for him to whisper a few words beside Ilineu Roberto.


    "Mr. Guo, I''m very sorry. I have another distinguished guest here, and I need to greet him."


    "It''s all right. Mr. Roberto is busy, I''ll do it myself!"


    "Then I''m sorry!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded. After he turned to leave, his eyes quickly swept across the hall, and then walked to the left.


    There were three middle-aged men there, one with a slender face, half-length black and white hair, a broad forehead, and a brown suit, white shirt, and red and white plaid tie; , with deep nasolabial folds, wearing a dark blue suit, dark brown trousers, light blue shirt and dark brown tie; the last one, slightly shorter, with black-rimmed glasses, has a bushy short white beard, a Black suit and white shirt.


    The three of them stood together with wine glasses, chatting with a slightly fat middle-aged man in a black suit. When Guo Shouyun walked straight to them, these people also noticed him striding forward. After all, compared to himself, Guo Shouyun is one of the few most eye-catching focal figures in the entire banquet hall.


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    Chapter 575 3G Capital


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    "Everyone, do you mind if I join in?" Guo Shouyun stopped and smiled.


    "Of course, it is our honor to be able to chat with Mr. Guo."


    Jorge Paul Lehmann, in a brown suit, responded with a smile.


    "You''re welcome." After glancing at the obese middle-aged man next to him, Guo Shouyun smiled, "Mr. Felson and the three topics of interest must be related to beer. ... Mr. Lehman, I guessed right. Bar?"


    Jorge Paul Lehmann, Marcel, Beto, founders of 3G Capital, a famous capital in the world of later generations, the Iron Triangle. It started with the annexation of Antarctica Beer and created the beverages of the Americas, until it took down Interbrew and merged with Anheuser-Busch and South African Miller to become the world''s largest brewer; to the annexation of Burger King and Tim Horton to become a global catering company and beverage giants; to controlling Kraft and Heinz, becoming a top company in the global food industry.


    In less than 20 years, the 3G capital controlled by the three people has created an amazing business empire with assets exceeding 300 billion US dollars through superb capital operation and admirable corporate management skills.


    In the last life, Guo Shouyun had read their biographies and news more than once, and was very convinced of 3G Capital''s business philosophy. If he hadn''t known that these people could not be subservient to others, he would have recruited them long ago. However, even if they can''t be turned into their subordinates, there is still a lot of cooperation between the two sides.


    Guo Shouyun''s words changed the eyes of the four. Standing in front of him at this moment, the smiling young man is a capital crocodile with a global reputation. If he joins in to disrupt the situation, then the things planned by a few people will definitely have twists and turns, and there is even the possibility of failure.


    "Mr. Guo is also interested in the beer industry?"


    asked Claudio Filson, chief operating officer of Interbrew Brewing Company.


    "Of course! Beer belongs to the fast-moving consumer goods industry, with ample liquidity and good profits. This is especially true of top international beer companies like Interbrew and American Beverages."


    American Beverage belongs to 3G Capital, which was just established this year, and Lehman, Marcel and Beto are the largest partners of 3G Capital, not to mention Claudio Felson.


    Seeing the increasingly serious expressions on the faces of the four of them, Guo Shouyun suddenly smiled, "Although I am personally interested in the beer industry. But now I have enough companies, I really don''t have the heart to manage a large beer company, so the four Don''t be nervous."


    Lehman and the others were relieved, but they did not let their guard down. The person in front of Gein has too much financial resources, and he also likes mergers and acquisitions. Who knows if what he said is true? !


    "Mr. Guo, you had a good chat with Mr. Roberto just now, don''t know what to talk about?" Beto decisively changed the subject. It is a pity that Guo Shouyun is very clear about his purpose, and of course he will not just give up.


    "Just some entertainment. ... Four, while I don''t have much interest in managing a large beer company, I don''t mind investing. So if the four are willing, Phoenix Bank is very willing to invest in Interbrew and the Americas. drinks."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun pointed out: "Of course, if the two can merge, it would be great. I, Phoenix Bank, are willing to provide detailed financial solutions."


    "I don''t know where Mr. Guo got the news, we are going to merge?" Lehman asked after a few people looked at each other.


    "I''m just guessing, Mr. Lehman is too sensitive."


    Having said that, Guo Shouyun, who has the memory of his past life, is sure that the contact between Interbrew and American Beverages must have already started, but it is not known how far the negotiations between the two sides have progressed.


    "...but don''t the four think my proposal is a good one. Interbrew is the third largest brewer in the world, and Beverages America is the fifth largest in the world and the largest in South America; if they combine, it can be done in one fell swoop. It has surpassed SABMiller and Anheuser Busch to become the world''s largest brewer. In this way, the goodwill of both parties and the confidence of the capital market in the new company are greatly improved." Guo Shouyun continued.


    "Mr. Guo''s proposal is indeed very tempting. But you are so active, you should have your own purpose, right?" Beto said suddenly.


    Guo Shouyun smiled indifferently, everyone was smart, and he didn''t intend to hide his purpose.


    "Of course! I hope Phoenix Bank can provide support for this merger. In addition, we hope to occupy a certain share of the new company. Of course, we do not require holding, just pure investment, and the shareholding will not exceed 15%."


    "There are many excellent companies in the world, why is Mr. Guo interested in Interbrew and American beverages?" Marcel asked.


    "I am not interested in Interbrew or America Beverages, but the three, and the core talents of 3G Capital. In addition, I am personally interested in your company''s ''focus on talent, empower them with lofty ideals, and maintain meritocracy''. The corporate culture is very appreciated." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Mr. Guo''s praise is very exciting, and I am also very glad that you can agree with our business philosophy and corporate culture But our 3G investment is not always successful...!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted: "If Mr. Lehman is talking about the failure of Galantia Bank, then I don''t think it is strictly a leadership mistake, but an absence of management. If it wasn''t for Mr. Lehman''s failure at the time Sick and unable to perform his duties, Mr. Beto devotes all his energy to the Americas store, while Mr. Marcel is busy with Bolang beer operations; Haddad and Val would not have made such a bold bet on the ''stock market''s repurchase agreement ''. In addition, I think they are too unlucky, if not for the Asian financial crisis, I am afraid that Galantia Investment Bank would not have collapsed so easily!"


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to know us so well!" Lehman said.


    "Actually, I have paid attention to the three, Galantia Investment Bank, American Store, Bolang Beer, and the newly established 3G Capital. It is this kind of long-term attention that makes me pay attention to the three I have a clear and deep understanding of business talent, management level and investment strategy. If I didn''t think it was unlikely, I would have come to the door in person and dug the three into our Phoenix Bank, or under my banner, whoever you want to go company as an executive.��


    Lehman, Marcel, and Beto exchanged glances. They were unable to determine whether the value expressed in each other''s words was true or false. But no matter what, this kind of sincere words of cherishing talents are really very touching!


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    Chapter 576 Huahai Oil


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    "Thank you very much Mr. Guo for your attention! If there is an opportunity in the future, I also hope that everyone will have more in-depth cooperation!" Lehman said.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Now there is a good opportunity!"


    After his eyes quickly swept over the four of them, "...I am willing to match the merger of Interbrew and American Beverages!"


    Claudio Felson, who had not spoken much before, said: "We will seriously consider Mr. Guo''s proposal, but Interbrew and American Beverages have not made such a decision yet."


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, took out four business cards from his pocket and handed them over to the four of them.


    "Perhaps the four of you can seriously consider my suggestion. . . . If you change something, you can call me on this phone."


    The four took it, looked at it in their hands, and nodded.


    "Then I''ll say goodbye first!"


    "Mr. Guo, please!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, he turned and left. Although he really hoped to cooperate with 3G Capital, there was no need to be too pushy at the beginning. After all, today was only the first time we met, and it was not a very formal occasion. In addition, there are more opportunities in the future, he has enough time to persuade Lehman, Marcel and Beto.


    Looking at the tall and straight figure walking farther and farther, the smile on Claudio Felson''s face gradually disappeared.


    "Lehman, how did Bruce Guo know what we were discussing?"


    "Claudio, this is where I am confused! ... You don''t think we leaked it out?"


    "That''s not what I meant. I just think things are a little weird. After all, the two of us have just started contact. Only the senior management of both sides really know about this."


    "Bruce Guo has been in Brazil for no more than half a month. Unless he has been paying attention to us, as he said, it is difficult to explain that he would know about the merger of Interbrew and American Beverages." Marcel Suddenly he spoke.


    "In that case, he really values ??the three. Maybe you can consider cooperating with him!" Claudio Felson laughed.


    "Maybe, but even cooperation is a matter of the future!"


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    After leaving Lehman and Marcel, Guo Shouyun stayed at the banquet for a while before leaving. The reason why he came here this time is to take this opportunity to get in touch with Lehman, Marcel and Beto, the three pillars of the famous 3G capital in later generations, to pave the way for more in-depth exchanges in the future. Now that the goal has been achieved, naturally there is no need to continue to stay.


    "Wang Jue, send a fax to Stephen Bryan and ask the investment department to acquire a part of the shares of Interbrew and American Beverages, with a ratio of 5% to 10%!"


    The news of the merger between the two parties has not yet spread, so if you enter the market at this time, you can get relatively good income. In addition, Guo Shouyun also intends to make long-term investments in the future of InBev. Because the current Phoenix Bank is no longer a small workshop-style company that he could completely control by himself. It is the top ten international banks in the United States with total assets of nearly 500 billion US dollars.


    Phoenix Bank, which is already a behemoth, thinks that it is always on the sidelines as before, although it is feasible, but the risk is too high. And ''the combination of the odd and the right'', with the right combination, with the odd victory. Efforts to do a good job in traditional banking business and long-term investment, plus some operations in the capital market, and combination, is the winning way for Phoenix Bank. Otherwise, the pursuit of profit will not be much better than Citibank in the subprime mortgage crisis.


    After Wang Jue nodded, he handed a document to Guo Shouyun.


    "Boss, this is a fax from Ruby, Mr. George said that LinkedIn''s listing date is set for December 22."


    "Got it. You reply to him and say I''ll be there on time."


    "Yes!"


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    Time flies, and in the blink of an eye it''s another two days.


    The neatly dressed Guo Shouyun stood on the steps in front of the villa, saw the slow approaching black car, and greeted him with a smile.


    "Mr. Zhao, welcome, welcome!"


    After quickly holding the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, Zhao Junchen said politely, "I am very honored to have the opportunity to visit Mr. Guo."


    "Mr. Zhao, please come in!"


    "thanks!"


    After coming to the living room, Zhao Junchen took the things from the secretary''s hand and put them on the table.


    "I heard that Mr. Guo likes antique calligraphy and painting. This time I came here with a calligraphy of Mr. Qigong. I hope Mr. Guo likes it."


    "Qigong? But Mr. Yuan Bai?"


    "Exactly! I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to know too."


    "Mr. Yuan Bai is a famous calligraphy master in modern times. He taught and educated people all his life. He wrote books and said that I personally admire them very much. It''s a pity that the last time I went to Sijiucheng was too tight, and I didn''t come to see him. I always regret it! I didn''t expect to see his masterpiece this time."


    While speaking, Zhao Junchen helped open the brocade box and unfolded the framed calligraphy inside.


    Unfolding the heaven and earth pole, on the pale yellow rice paper, the powerful and ancient official script characters are oncoming.


    "Song of short songs. When it comes to wine, life is so long. For example, the dew in the morning, there are many bitter days in the past. ... Worry comes from it and cannot be cut off."


    Looking at Zhu Wen Ming Zhang and Bai Wen Xian Zhang, who were pressing head and tail, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Dan Ge Xing" is a classic poem by Cao Mengde in the Three Kingdoms period of ''seeking for virtuous and virtuous talents''. It is also in line with Guo Shouyun''s current state of mind that he values ??talents. Coupled with Mr. Qigong''s unparalleled calligraphy skills in the world, this horizontal-axis calligraphy with a length of nearly 2 meters and a width of 65 cm is not only deeply in his heart, but also the best masterpiece of calligraphy art.


    "Mr. Zhao has a heart!"


    "As long as Mr. Guo likes it, it''s not in vain for me to ask someone to ask for this work! Moreover, the beauty of pink and pink, and the gift of swords to heroes. This exquisite calligraphy is a perfect gift to Mr. Guo."


    Looking at Zhao Junchen with a smile on his face, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded. This person is also shrewd, expressing the difficulty of preparing gifts without a trace, aggravating his feelings and making Guo Shouyun owe more favors. By the way, I complimented him and wiped away the unpleasantness that he caused to the host''s family because of his "self-respect with gifts".


    "Please sit down!...Wang Jue, give Mr. Zhao my best tea!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    "Mr. Zhao, isn''t this time in Brazil over yet?"


    "I was planning to leave after the bidding for oil exploration in Brazil. However, when Mr. Guo was present, he stayed temporarily."


    "Well, so Mr. Zhao came prepared for today''s visit?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Indeed!" After organizing the language, Zhao Junchen continued, "Unocal is an international leading large-scale oil development company, especially with profound experience in offshore oil development. Therefore, we, Huaxia Offshore Oil Company, are very willing to cooperate with your company. ."


    "Unocal never refuses to cooperate. However, how does Huahai Oil Co., Ltd. plan to cooperate? ... Not the offshore oil fields in Brazil, right?"


    "We are interested in Brazil''s offshore oil fields, but not now. What I want to discuss with Mr. Guo is Huaxia Offshore Oil. Such as the Bohai Sea and the South China Sea."


    Now Huaxia has little experience in deep-sea oil exploration and development, and equipment is in short supply. Cooperating with a large and experienced company like Unocal is the most reasonable choice at present. In fact, this is also the same as the idea of ??''market for technology'' at the beginning of reform and opening up. Huahai Oil also wants to use deep-sea oil resources to exchange Unocal''s deep-sea oil exploration and development technology and experience.


    For Huahai Oil''s plan, Guo Shouyun''s two lifetimes of experience combined can be described as insightful. But he doesn''t mind that, because even if Unocal refuses, Huahai Oil still has many options for so many large oil companies in the world. Moreover, he was optimistic about the Huaxia market, and there is no reason to give up.


    "We, Unocal, have always been very interested in the Huaxia oil market. But I don''t know how your company plans to cooperate?"


    "We have taken out three blocks in the Bohai Sea area, and your company is responsible for exploration. If oil or natural gas is found, our company will occupy 51% of the oil field, and all the oil produced will be sold to Huaxia."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "If it is a large oil field that can produce 10 million barrels a year, there is no problem with such a product sharing contract. But if it is an oil field with less than 10 million barrels, then hand over 51% of the equity, with the high level of offshore oil development. cost, it is very difficult for us to make a profit.��


    "Mr. Guo, please rest assured, we will take your company''s revenue into consideration when cooperating. For more specific terms, we can further negotiate in the following specific cooperation."


    "Then there is no problem." Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Boss, tea is ready!"


    Wang Jue walked over with a teapot.


    "Let''s put it here! ... Mr. Zhao, this is the Dahongpao, the mother tree of Wuyi Mountain. I usually don''t want to drink it myself. Today, I will take it out to entertain your distinguished guest."


    "I''m really flattered by Mr. Zhao''s kindness."


    "Hehe, Mr. Zhao, don''t be polite I am also a Chinese. Although I grew up in the United States, I have always regarded myself as a Chinese. From this perspective, we are all of the same language and race. My compatriots. When you come to me, even if you meet me in a foreign land, you don��t have to be restrained.��


    "Since Mr. Guo said so, then I''m welcome. ... Please!"


    "Please!"


    After the two raised their teacups to signal each other, they each took a sip.


    "Sure enough, it''s a good tea, with a soft mouthfeel and sweetness in the bitterness. The reputation of the ''King of Black Tea'' is well-deserved."


    "It seems that Mr. Zhao is also a person who likes to drink tea!"


    "I''m from Fujian Province, and my favorite thing is to drink tea."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "It really is South Tea and North Wine!"


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to know so much about the eating habits of North and South China."


    "The last time I went to Huaxia on a business trip, I also felt this different regional food culture from south to north. Moreover, I like Chinese food very much, and the chefs at home are basically master chefs invited from Huaxia. By the way, I specially prepared a few Cantonese dishes at noon, Mr. Zhao might as well stay and taste it together!"


    "Mr. Guo is kindly invited, I naturally dare not refuse!"


    "Hehe, please!"


    "Please!"


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    Chapter 577 The Ruby Company


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    After entertaining Zhao Junchen, he explained the cooperation between the two sides to Rebecca Mark, and continued to stay in Brazil for a few days. After visiting several high-ranking political officials, Guo Shouyun left on the Kunpeng.


    Because he was going to participate in the listing of LinkedIn, he did not go back to San Francisco but went directly to New York.


    "boss!"


    Tim George, who came to visit Guo Shouyun Manor early in the morning, said respectfully.


    "Sit down and talk!"


    After waving their hands, the two sat down.


    "In three days it''s time for LinkedIn to go public. Are you ready for everything?"


    "Don''t worry, boss, everything is ready! By the way, this is the company''s listing information, please take a look!"


    "Well, how did the share price go up? If I remember correctly, the original offering price was $34.25."


    "The boss is not wrong, and it was true at the beginning. However, in the later public offering, LinkedIn was oversubscribed by nearly 50 times. After discussions with three underwriters, Merrill Lynch, Goldman Sachs and Phoenix Bank, the 20 million shares were sold. The issue price was raised by $4, or $38.25 as you see it now.��


    Guo Shouyun flipped through the documents in his hand and nodded.


    "Since you think it''s suitable, so be it! ... How is the company?"


    Following Guo Shouyun for a long time, Tim George could hear what he wanted to know from the tone of the big boss. Moreover, this time he also made some preparations before coming, so he was very familiar with it.


    "Throughout 2003, the entire Ruby Company achieved a total revenue of US$10.438 billion, of which the main business income was US$9.22 billion and the net profit was US$1.943 billion. Current liabilities were US$483 million and structural liabilities were US$1.88 billion."


    "LinkedIn, currently has 213 million registered users in 17 countries; in 2003, the total revenue was 1.438 billion US dollars, of which the main business income was 1.22 billion US dollars, and the net profit was 313 million US dollars. Current liabilities 83 million US dollars, structural liabilities $280 million."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "How is the discussion with the five headhunters?"


    "It has been negotiated that we will get 15% of the shares and enter the board of directors, but not participate in the management of the company."


    As LinkedIn''s capabilities in the professional social field become stronger and stronger, it has more and more resources. Gradually, the five major headhunters including Korn Ferry and Shi Binsha have formed upstream resource advantages. As long as LinkedIn chooses to support either, it''s easy to make the other a giant in the field. It is precisely because of this consideration that it is so easy when LinkedIn comes to the door and wants to buy shares and establish all-round cooperation.


    "Is there enough funding for this listing?"


    "$765 million is a little short, but the rest can be solved through financing."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. After completing this cooperation, LinkedIn will be able to extend its influence into the entire field including professional networking and job hunting, and establish industry dominance. At the same time, it can also take advantage of the powerful business capabilities of the five headhunters, which in turn strengthens LinkedIn''s position and credibility in the professional social field.


    "It''s easier to solve problems working together than working alone."


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but think so.


    With the accumulation of business experience, he feels more and more difficult to work alone, and the more important the project, the easier it is to cooperate to solve the problem.


    After making a continued gesture to Tim George, I listened to him: "Today''s News has formed 103 news editors including the United States, Britain, France, Germany, Japan, China and other 21 countries. The center has 2,104 staff members including reporters, videographers and editors, and has 24-hour news gathering and editing capabilities, as well as news content in 13 different languages ??including Mandarin, English, and Japanese. At present, our "Today''s News" network The online version has 1.272 million subscribers, and the offline version just opened this year has 123,000 subscribers."


    "Throughout 2003, "Today''s News" achieved a total revenue of $138 million, of which the main business income was $92.2 million and the net profit was $38 million. The total debt was $23 million."


    "It seems that Rick was indeed the right choice to be the president of "Today''s News". In a few years, "Today''s News" already has the style of an international newspaper." Guo Shouyun said with satisfaction.


    "Rick is indeed an excellent journalistic talent. However, "Today''s News" can develop so fast, the most important thing is the strong support of the boss, without your large inflow of funds, to help "Today''s News" to get through the initial unprofitable stage, I''m afraid it doesn''t have it now."


    "Money is only one aspect, talent is the most important thing. Just like you and LinkedIn, and now Ruby. Without your brilliant management skills, no matter how much money I invest, I will get twice the result with half the effort."


    "The boss is rude!"


    "Tim, don''t be humble. I can see your contribution. The allotment given to you by LinkedIn''s listing is not much. But when the entire Ruby is listed, I believe you will get more rewards."


    "Thank you boss, I will try my best to manage the company well!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Go on!"


    "Yes! ... Global Wealth Network, currently launched eight languages ??including English, Japanese, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Italian, as well as news, community, funds, stock market, futures, 12 different sectors including quotes, transactions, etc. And it has established business contacts with 2,289 different financial institutions around the world, including Seymour, Goldman Sachs, and Citi.��


    "Now, Global Wealth.com has 53.278 million registered users, with a total revenue of $143 million in 2003, a net profit of $43 million, and a debt of $187 million."


    Tim George paused and glanced at Guo Shouyun''s face, "Boss, Christina hopes to set up a currency fund under the Global Fortune Network!"


    "She wants to be involved in brick and mortar financial business?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun guessed that Christina''s establishment of a currency fund was just a test. If he agrees, she will continue to enrich the number of public funds under the Global Wealth Network in the future. After all, it is difficult to obtain a brighter future like LinkedIn and Facebook with the help of the subdivided platform-based financial website Global Wealth.com. If LinkedIn Wealth''s growth is limited, Christina won''t get too many shares as its CEO. It is about interests, of course, it cannot be taken lightly.


    "Reject her request. Global Wealth.com is a financial portal and platform, an entrance to guide public investment, not a financial company. Only by guaranteeing fairness can we attract those financial companies to cooperate with us. Otherwise, once financial business is introduced, we will follow suit. The other party forms competition. Even if it is just a currency fund or an index fund, it is enough to make the other party give up cooperation with us.��


    No one wants to cultivate a strong competitor, especially an institution backed by a large company like Ruby.


    "clear!"


    "Skype, which currently has 130 million registered users, had 2003 revenue of $78 million, net profit of $42 million, and no debt."


    Skype is an Internet phone application software based on the network voice transmission protocol, similar to WeChat without a circle of friends. However, in order to enrich the functions of Skype, it can send text messages in addition to VoIP services.


    In the case that there is no charge for online communication, Skype''s profit model is also very simple: all Skype users can make calls to landlines and mobile phones for a small fee.


    Because there is not much advertising revenue, Skype''s revenue is not much, but because it is an online service, it does not require too much operational investment, so the profit ratio is very high.


    In addition, because it has not yet entered the era of smartphones, he has no plans to develop Skype in the direction of WeChat for the time being, but he does not mind trying it in the future. As for whether it can achieve the success of WeChat, Guo Shouyun himself can''t guarantee it. After all, the national conditions and user habits of the United States and China are very different.


    But it doesn''t matter if it doesn''t work out. He also had the original Facebook in hand, with Eric Schmidt''s management flair, and his proper guidance. I believe it will not be worse than the Facebook in the memory of the last life.


    "After the acquisition of the company, PayPal''s individual registered users have reached 167 million. The accumulated funds of Yu''ebao are 7.74 billion US dollars. In terms of financial business, it has launched a comprehensive financial cooperation with Phoenix Bank, involving funds, stocks, Comprehensive financial business such as bonds, insurance, etc. In terms of life business, it has involved four business directions of retail, catering, entertainment, and accommodation, with 327,000 business users from affiliated merchants, and 1.328 million orders are formed every day, involving an amount of 67.3 million US dollars.  ��2003 , PayPal''s main business income is 945 million US dollars, and its net profit is 389 million US dollars."


    Tim George paused for a while, and continued after seeing that Guo Shouyun had no extra words to express has withdrawn from 13 languages ??including English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Japanese, traditional Chinese, and Arabic. It currently has 187 million registered users in 37 major countries around the world, and is growing at a rate of 37% per month, more than six times larger than the scale of similar companies, occupying a strong scale and first-mover advantage. "


    "It seems that the original ''opening strategy'' worked." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Indeed. The open platform strategy has allowed us to add hundreds of cooperative enterprises. Although it has reduced a lot of main business income, it has enriched Facebook''s functions and attracted a large number of new users. After the implementation of the open platform strategy, the In 2003, we nearly doubled the number of users we had before. �� But Facebook was not profitable, even though the number of users was growing rapidly.��


    "Is the income invested in the construction of hardware equipment?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "The boss is wise, that''s true. Because of the high growth of Facebook users and the huge demand for servers, the previous data center in San Jose is no longer enough. This year Facebook plans to build two new ones in Chicago, Sweden, and Stockholm, Europe, with 2,500 servers. New data center. By the time it��s completed next year, Facebook will have 6,000 servers in total, enough to carry data connections for 500 million people.��


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    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Although 500 million people are watching a lot now, I''m afraid it won''t be enough in a few years."


    "Please rest assured, boss, that we will plan ahead based on the development of Facebook."


    "Any decision should not only consider short-term effects, but also long-term development. This is especially true when it comes to major corporate decisions."


    "clear!"


    "continue!"


    Tim George nodded and continued: "YouTube has now developed 14 versions including English, French, Chinese, etc., with a total of 112 million registered users. In the nearly two years since its establishment, it has included 4682.4 Ten thousand short videos. In 2003, YouTube��s revenue was $220 million, and its net income was $98.4 million. However, because of excessive investment in hardware equipment, it did not generate much capital surplus.��


    "I saw Chen Shijun''s report some time ago, YouTube is planning to enter the field of long videos?"


    "Hmm! ... They are negotiating with Hollywood studios to get some classic film and television rights and open up a film and television area in the YouTube portal."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Whether it is a long video or a short video, there is a lot to do in the future, and YouTube will also have such a business in future generations. So he didn''t mind Chen Shijun''s decision.


    "However, although I agree with YouTube''s future development strategy, please remind Lao Chen for me that short videos are the essence of YouTube''s business. He should not lose sight of one and the other, and lose our leading position in this field. Otherwise, I will ask him. "


    "Yes!"


    "continue!"


    "��Ruby Mall, in 2003, the total transaction volume was 107.847 billion US dollars, the total revenue was 3.675 billion US dollars, the main business income was 2.834 billion US dollars, and the net profit was 875 million US dollars. The total liabilities were 1.876 billion US dollars, of which the current liabilities were 672 million US dollars. Among them, the commodities operated by the e-commerce platform already include 33 types of 17 categories including iron ore, oil, natural gas, electricity, coal, and copper mines, accounting for 54% of revenue; financial investments, including forward agreements, Short-term investment-based income accounted for 22%, and logistics income accounted for 24%.��


    "In terms of logistics, as of now, Ruby Mall has a total capacity of 184,000 TEU, of which its own capacity accounts for 52.4%; 47 cargo planes, of which the self-owned rate is 71.3%; 37,000 various types of trucks, of which the self-owned rate 33.4%. At present, we lease or own 87 terminal berths and 212 warehouses in 31 countries around the world.��


    Looking through the information in his hand, Guo Shouyun said: "Sure enough, the investment in logistics still occupies the bulk of the expenditure in the Ruby Mall."


    "The development of logistics directly determines the speed and quality of goods arriving in the hands of buyers, and better and more convenient logistics can win more customers. Therefore, the development of Ruby Mall is the development of logistics. More than 75% of Ruby Mall All of our revenue has been invested in this area. However, unfortunately, we developed too late, and many good port berths and logistics units are occupied by Maersk and Mediterranean Shipping. Otherwise, we will definitely develop better.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement.


    "No matter what stage of Ruby''s development, logistics will be a further constraint for us. Therefore, if we do not fundamentally change the current development model of Ruby Mall, this result will not change."


    "The boss already has a plan in mind?"


    "Yeah! ... But now is not the time to make changes. When the influence of the Ruby Mall is further improved, I will have a way!"


    If Ruby Mall intends to build a logistics network that can cover the world entirely by itself, it may not be able to achieve it in a hundred years. Therefore, the best way is to follow Alibaba''s example and use a company similar to "Cainiao Network" to centralize all bulk shipping companies into one network and open up their logistics information.


    But to achieve such a goal, the current ruby ??mall is far from enough. When it becomes the absolute No. 1 in the field of international bulk logistics and the transaction volume of Ruby Mall is large enough, it will be a good time to implement this plan.


    Although Tim George was very curious about the development model that Guo Shouyun said to solve the ruby ??dilemma, he didn''t ask much when he saw that the big boss didn''t say much. Having been by Guo Shouyun''s side for many years, he already knew the temperament of this big boss very well. If you should know, you will take the initiative to tell him without asking. But if it''s something you shouldn''t know, he won''t tell you if you ask.


    After reading Guo Shouyun''s information in his hand, "Boss, after the listing of LinkedIn, I am going to hold a celebration reception, are you still participating?"


    "Of course! LinkedIn is the first company I founded. I don''t have to participate in the roadshow, but I don''t plan to miss the final listing."


    "OK!"


    "You arrange this matter, not too shabby, but not too luxurious."


    "Yes!" Tim George nodded, glanced at him, and continued, "Boss, after LinkedIn goes public, the next listed subsidiary...?"


    Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, "Ruby Mall! In the second half of next year, start the listing roadshow of Ruby Mall, and strive to make it listed in the first half of 2005."


    Although he intends to gradually list his companies to prepare funds for the future subprime mortgage crisis, if the listed company is too small, it will not play a big role. At present, among the many subsidiaries of the entire Ruby Company, in addition to LinkedIn, the most suitable and largest one is the Ruby Mall.


    This e-commerce and logistics company that inherits from the essence of Enron Company has joined the logistics business of Pan Pacific Group, and now it has obtained a large amount of cash flow through financial investment and achieved leapfrog development. The strongest company with the most assets.


    As for the future giants or big Internet companies such as Facebook and YouTube, it is still in the early stages of development. Whether it is scale or profitability, it is not as good as Ruby Mall. In particular, the latter has a clear profit model, healthy financial status, and a large amount of fixed assets, which is the most popular among many Wall Street investors.


    "Then does it still need to raise money before going public?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded after thinking about it.


    "If there are some influential investment institutions and individuals in the shareholder list, it can also increase investors'' confidence in us, which is of great benefit to the stability of the stock price of Ruby Mall after its listing."


    "clear!"


    Guo Shouyun stood up after putting down the information in his hand.


    "Leave the information with me first. ... The time is almost up, you can stay with me and have lunch before leaving."


    "Thank you boss, I have been thinking about your Chinese food when I came here!"


    "It just so happened that I asked the back kitchen to prepare Mushu pork and spring onion squid rolls for you. Let''s go!"


    The two chatted and left the study.


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    In the afternoon, after sending Tim George away, he took Ruby''s 2003 operating data and financial report to study it several times, wrote a report, and some suggestions for various subsidiaries, and sent it to Tim George. , as well as the mailboxes of the top executives of various subsidiaries.


    After finishing this, when he rubbed his sour eyes and left in front of the computer, it was already dark outside the window. Looking at the time, it was already seven o''clock in the evening.


    Facing the quiet night outside the window and the quiet room, Guo Shouyun felt a little restless in his heart. During this time, he has been busy with the Brazilian oil tender and the natural gas pipeline along the coast of Brazil, and he has not had a good rest. Of course, with his current status and situation, it is impossible to have a long rest period.


    But even so, he plans to give himself a holiday tonight.


    "Matthew?"


    "boss!"


    Matthew, who had been standing outside the door, pushed the door and walked in.


    "Let Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing come in."


    Matthew, who went out in response, quickly brought the two in.


    "boss!"


    "Give me a light makeup, and I''ll go out tonight!"


    As Guo Shouyun''s popularity is getting higher and higher, and now he goes out to play, he has to rely on makeup to simply change his appearance to hide his identity.


    Because this is not the first time, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing didn''t ask any more questions. Soon he helped Guo Shouyun with a light makeup.


    Of course, the so-called light makeup is just putting a fake beard on his upper lip, applying a little heavier eye shadow to make the eyes look deeper; then using a contouring pen and highlighting to simply change the line of the cheeks and the straightness of the bridge of the nose , and there is no too exaggerated makeup, as long as it is enough to ensure that those who have not seen Guo Shouyun can''t recognize him face to face.


    "All right!"


    Ten minutes is enough for Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing.


    Guo Shouyun got up and stood in front of the mirror to examine it, then nodded with satisfaction.


    "Not bad. You two are getting better at makeup."


    "Since the boss needs it, of course we have to learn some skills in this area. Besides, we are also girls, and we are naturally interested in makeup." Wu Xiaojing smiled.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "That''s it. Matthew, go out with me."


    "Boss, what about us?" Wang Jue asked quickly.


    "You guys stay and deal with the listing information of LinkedIn, and rest early in the evening!"


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun got up and walked out. Looking at his back, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing didn''t say much, even though they were unwilling. Now they are just a secretary, not qualified to interfere in the boss''s actions.


    "Boss, where are we going?"


    "Just drive around and stop when you come across a place of interest."


    "Yes!"


    Matthew, who responded, quickly started the car, and soon they disappeared into the cold December night sky in New York.


    Because Guo Shouyun did not specify a clear destination, Matthew''s car did not drive fast. For safety reasons, he did not go to any remote places.


    About half an hour later, after finally admiring the bustling, quiet, or noisy night view of New York, the conductor Matthew stopped outside a bar.


    "Just here!"


    Glancing at the two-story building surrounded by neon lanterns and next to the ''Walnut Bar'', Matthew couldn''t help frowning.


    "Boss, there are many people here, which is not good for your safety."


    "Have you forgotten that we have already put on makeup? Besides, we are not those celebrities who are exposed every day. With this cover on our faces, no one will recognize us. Don''t worry."


    Looking at the big boss who pushed the door out after speaking, Matthew had no choice but to follow the push door and walk out. But when he pushed open the bar door and walked in, he was inexplicably relieved. This is not the kind of noisy and messy bar, but a quiet bar with an elegant environment.


    Different green plants and sculptures of various shapes are used around to make the whole bar look unique.


    While Matthew was looking around here, Guo Shouyun was also examining the furnishings in the bar.


    On the south side of the first floor against the wall is a large screen of about 4 square meters. Next to the big screen is a stage with a height of 30 cm and an area of ??about 8 square meters, with microphones and musical instruments placed on it. At this moment, there is a man with a short ponytail, sitting on a high stool with a guitar in his arms, playing and singing the classic song "Country Road Take Me Home" by the famous American country singer John Denver of the last century.


    Surrounding the stage are tables of different sizes that spread out radially. However, due to functional partitions and obstacles such as bar counters, decorations, toilets, partitions, etc., this radiation becomes irregular.


    Half of the first floor is elevated, so that the box on the second floor can enjoy the stage performance on the first floor through the floor-to-ceiling glass.


    "How many gentlemen?"


    While Guo Shouyun was looking at the place, the waiter at the bar took the initiative to walk over.


    "Two! ... Is there still a seat here?"


    "Also... The two of you are sitting in the lobby, or in the box on the second floor?"


    "Just in the lobby."


    I came out this evening to have some fun and relax my nerves that have been tense. In addition to putting on makeup, no one would recognize him, so Guo Shouyun naturally wouldn''t go to the box.


    "Okay, you two, please come with me."


    The waiter took the two to a table about five meters from the stage and sat down.


    "Two gentlemen, our walnut bar can not only provide drinks, but also order meal service. You can take a look at this menu and take a look at it. The content is quite rich. Guo Shouyun, who hadn''t eaten, said directly: "Two steaks, a Marseille fish soup, a Bali lobster, and a fruit salad. For drinks, a bottle of Snorian red wine. "


    Guo Shouyun didn''t order anything like Lafite or Latour. He came here this time to hide his identity and relax. If he ordered a bottle of red wine that was several thousand dollars in size, he might instantly become the focus of many people.


    "Okay, sir, please wait a moment!"


    After accepting a $100 tip, the waiter happily took the menu and left.


    "It''s a bar, but it''s actually more like a restaurant with a resident singer!"


    "Fortunately, otherwise I''d have a headache for your safety!" Matthew laughed.


    Just when Guo Shouyun was about to say something, he suddenly remembered the noise around him.


    "what happened?"


    "Look!"


    With Matthew''s reminder, Guo Shouyun turned to look at the stage behind him. On the big screen where the lyrics flashed before, two lines of text are flashing now, and the content is "Love Broken"!


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    A few simple words are the easiest to provoke sensitive nerves. Accompanied by several whistles of different heights, the 20-second "Lovelorn" that dominated the screen was replaced by "Beauty, I''m single, leave a phone call".


    "interesting!"


    Looking at the interaction between the two, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "If the boss is interested, you might as well add a few words to it."


    As he spoke, Matthew pointed to the phone number and explanation on the table. Guo Shouyun took a closer look and saw a few rules written on a piece of paper on the table. The general idea is: as long as you edit the text message and send the content you want to send to the mobile phone provided by the store, the content will appear on the big screen in the center of the stage. If you want to dominate the screen, you have to pay extra. $5 for 20 seconds, $10 for 30 seconds, $15 for 50 seconds, and $20 for 80 seconds. The fee for Baping is paid together with the meal payment.


    When Guo Shouyun was watching the rules, the interactive content on the screen changed again.


    "If you give it what you say, I''ll be embarrassed."


    "Then how do you feel good about it?"


    "If you can invite everyone present a glass of wine, I''ll give it to you!"


    "Wow, buddy, come on!"


    "Brother, I''m optimistic about you!"


    Although I don''t know who it is, this doesn''t stop everyone from arguing. Not only for a glass of wine, but also for a moment of relaxation in the evening after a busy work.


    It''s a pity that real life is not a TV drama. There are people who spend a lot of money to invite hundreds of guests here for a glass of wine for a contact method, but there are not many people. Especially not including people who were just joking before. Therefore, there was no movement at the top of the large central screen. Seeing this, the people who were clamoring for it also knew that it was impossible, and gradually calmed down.


    Guo Shouyun thought about it for a while, but he did not make a big screen, but recruited waiters.


    "Give everyone a cocktail, but don''t let them know it''s mine."


    Guo Shouyun, who is not afraid of being recognized by others, occasionally wants to pretend. But even so, he instinctively didn''t want to reveal his identity.


    Although he thought his request was strange, the waiter respectfully agreed and left.


    As the cocktails were handed out, everyone knew that someone was paying.


    "Can you take out the phone number for that beautiful woman who has lost her love?"


    "Yeah, but they invited a drink!"


    "And the guy who wants the number, we are all waiting for you!"


    But no matter how the crowd booed, the hero and heroine who should have been the story disappeared. This situation continued for a while, and after everyone''s interest went away, the scene returned to calm again.


    While Guo Shouyun was enjoying the music and food, the waiter who had left before came back.


    "Sir, this is the phone number that lady gave you!"


    "Phone number?" Guo Shouyun, who was curious, took a look and asked, "Where is she?"


    "The one in the red jacket to your left."


    Guo Shouyun looked in the direction of his fingers, and soon a woman in a red coat and long hair with a shawl came into view. However, because the lights in the room were too dim and the distance from the other party was too far, it was difficult to see her appearance clearly. But judging from the face, it should still be beautiful.


    "I see, thank you!" Guo Shouyun handed over a $100 tip.


    "You''re welcome, you can call me anytime you have any orders."


    After the waiter left happily, Matthew smiled and said, "Boss, don''t give it a try?"


    "Forget it! It''s just for fun, I don''t want to be serious."


    Just then, a six-piece band of four men and one woman came up from the stage.


    "Hello everyone, we are the Walnut Band. I''m the lead singer Christy." After the punk girl in the middle finished speaking, she pointed to the tall boy with a black hat next to her, "This is the drummer Coria. . . . Bass Kevin, lead vocals Anthony on guitar, Austin on keyboards."


    Bassist Kevin is a thin man; guitarist Anthony is wearing a hood, black sunglasses, a ripped cowboy, showing two strong arms, looking a little rough; and keyboard Austin wearing a white shirt , doesn''t look like a band member, but a Golden Collar working on Wall Street.


    These different styles of people combined, obviously they are not really a band. It''s a music lover who walks together because of hobbies and occasionally picks up business performances to earn some extra money.


    "...In the following song-ordering session, we will be responsible for singing songs for everyone." After a pause, "Before the song-ordering session officially begins, we will sing a classic Elvis Presley song "IfEveryDayWasLikeChristmas" for everyone. I wish you all in advance Merry Christmas."


    "IfEveryDayWasLikeChristmas" is translated into Chinese as "If Everyday is Christmas". Since Elvis Presley published it in 1957, it has been a classic that has been sung around the world, and it is also a classic song that is bound to sound at Christmas.


    Accompanied by the slightly hoarse voice of the female lead singer Christie, a relaxed and quiet atmosphere surrounds the entire bar. Although her voice is not as good as that of Elvis Christie, she also has a different flavor.


    "Come on, have a drink with me!"


    After pouring a glass of awake red wine to Matthew, Guo Shouyun said.


    "Boss, you know, I can only drink a little."


    As a bodyguard, Matthew must be vigilant at all times. And alcohol, which can numb the nerves and reduce the sensitivity of the five senses, naturally can''t touch it more when working.


    "Don''t worry It''s just this cup."


    Guo Shouyun, who understood his responsibilities, did not force it. After all, he was the only bodyguard he brought out, and he did not want his life to be threatened. Although this situation is very low after he puts on makeup and changes his appearance.


    The two took a sip each, and after taking the order, Guo Shouyun looked around and said, "When you go back, ask Rudy for me, how are things in Africa now?"


    "This afternoon, I just received news from Yulin Island. I wanted to sort it out and show you at night."


    "Oh? So there''s already news?"


    "Yes! This trial mission went well. Of the 98 trainees, 2 were killed, 4 were seriously injured, and 11 were slightly injured. Weapons, ammunition and finances were seized, worth $13 million."


    "It''s still the old rule. The weapons that are seized can still be used. Half of the money is shared. Half is distributed to all the trainees, and the death and serious injuries are doubled."


    "I will communicate the boss''s decision to Rudy."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Are Hua Lei and Deng Feng okay?"


    "Hua Lei was slightly injured, but he''s healed now. Deng Feng is fine."


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    "That''s good!"


    "Boss, do you need to transfer Hua Lei and Deng Feng back?" Matthew asked.


    Guo Shouyun thought for a while, "Let them recuperate on Yulin Island for a while, and then talk about it after a vacation."


    "Yes!"


    After waving his hand to stop Matthew, who was about to continue speaking, Guo Shouyun turned his gaze to the red-clothed beauty who was walking towards here with a wine glass.


    This tall woman with long brown hair, a long red skirt and a tall figure did not stop after noticing the eyes they were looking at her, and smiled slightly, "You two handsome guys, don''t mind me sitting here. down?"


    In such a situation, Matthew naturally gave the initiative to the big boss.


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun also smiled and nodded.


    "thanks!"


    After sitting down, the woman looked at Guo Shouyun opposite.


    "What, is there something wrong with my face?"


    "Of course not. I''m just curious, why did the gentleman give up my phone number at the end since he invited everyone present for drinks? Am I not pretty, or is there any dissatisfaction with your Excellency?"


    There was a hint of surprise on Guo Shouyun''s face. I didn''t expect this woman to come here for this. But it can also be seen from this that she is probably used to being complimented by the stars in her daily life. A little bit of denial to her can arouse her curiosity.


    After calming down for a while, "The lady is joking, you are very beautiful. But the man who wants your phone number is not me. As for inviting everyone to drink, it''s just that I''m in a good mood today."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s flat smile, the woman''s eyes flashed, "Don''t you want to date me when you see me?"


    Facing her glittering eyes, Guo Shouyun shook his head and laughed. Foreign women are indeed more direct than Chinese women.


    "I''m sorry, but I already have a fianc��e. I don''t think she wants me to meet strange beauties."


    Guo Shouyun shook his head affirmatively. Although he is not Liu Xiahui, he is not a hungry ghost, and he can''t walk when he sees a beautiful woman. Moreover, there is a knife on the head of the color, such a woman of unknown origin, it is better to have less contact.


    "I see. But it''s always rude for a man to refuse a woman''s sincere request. So, if you want, why not sing a song for me?" The woman said with a faint smile on her face.


    Guo Shouyun thought about it and did not refuse. Today I was just out to play, and I don''t need to put on the air of a big boss. So, even though this woman''s request seemed a bit excessive, he did not refuse.


    "What do you like to hear?"


    "I wonder if Mr. Guo has watched "Notting Hill"?"


    "Certainly. It''s my favorite classic romance movie."


    "Me too. So, I want you to sing ''nomatterwhat'' for me!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly. The most impressive place for him in the whole "Notting Hill" movie is that the hero played by Hugh Grant and the heroine played by Julia Roberts came out after dinner at a friend''s house. Then the two climbed the wall and entered the private park. Under the warm and lingering singing of "nomatterwhat", they kissed the scene.


    Although he had seen the movie for a few years, the song "nomatterwhat", accompanied by this classic scene, will forever remain in the back of his mind.


    Thinking of this song, turning his head to look at the stage not far away, Guo Shouyun felt an impulse in his heart. Before his rebirth, Bruce Guo sang well, so he often showed off his singing skills among classmates or when going to bars. He enjoyed the kind of situation that made everyone indulge in his singing.


    However, with Guo Shouyun''s rebirth. With more and more businesses, he has less and less time to relax, and he has rarely had the opportunity to sing freely in front of others. It is rare to be able to relax today, and Guo Shouyun is also interested.


    "Can you lend me your electric guitar?"


    Seeing the generous tip in Guo Shouyun''s hand, the guitarist on the stage simply gave his guitar to the other party.


    After taking it over, he simply adjusted the chords, and Guo Shouyun walked to the center of the stage. Here, he''s obviously not the first guest to sing on stage, so after seeing him in action, the rest of the band cooperated. After a while, he became the only protagonist in the scene.


    Facing the gazes of everyone at the scene, after brewing emotions for a while, Guo Shouyun sang line by line while looking at the lyrics of the teleprompter in front.


    "Nomatterwhattheytellus...Nonomatterwhat, That\''sallthatmatterstome."


    Let''s sing a song, Guo Shouyun is still immersed in his emotions, and the applause has already sounded.


    "Dude, you sing really well, let''s do another one!"


    "That''s it!"��


    Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head. He handed the electric guitar to the band members who came over. After thanking him, he turned around and stepped down.


    One song is enough to make him addicted. No need to stay any longer.


    "I didn''t expect Mr. to sing so well!"


    "thanks!"


    "My name is Alexander!"


    Looking at the right hand stretched out in front of him, Guo Shouyun simply shook it, "Bruce."


    "Here''s my phone number, you can call me anytime if you''re interested."


    After taking a quick glance at the business card in his hand, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Then I''ll leave first There are still friends over there. By the way, if you two don''t dislike it, you can join us at a table, they are all beautiful women."


    "Thank you. We have something to do tonight. We have to leave after eating, next time!" Guo Shouyun said.


    The girl named Alexander shrugged, glanced at the two, then turned and left.


    "Boss, a rare opportunity, don''t you plan to go?"


    Looking at Matthew with a mocking expression, Guo Shouyun threw the business card with the phone number on it.


    "Since you''re interested, it''s for you."


    "You''d better keep it for yourself!"


    The two smiled, and after they finished eating, they checked out and left.


    What happened tonight was just a blip, the real highlight was the LinkedIn listing.


    "Boss, Mr. George is here."


    Wang Jue pushed open the door and walked in.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he sorted out his suit.


    "Do you see any problems?"


    Wang Jue looked at it briefly, then stepped forward and helped him tidy up his bow tie.


    Smelling the delicate fragrance like orchid and musk deer, and looking at the delicate scorpion close at hand, even though Guo Shouyun was used to it, he still felt a little throbbing in this situation.


    "All right!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took a deep breath, and looked at his clothes in the mirror, "Yes, let''s go."


    Looking at the back of him turning away, Wang Jue smiled and followed quickly.


    "boss!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun, Tim George, who was waiting in the living room, quickly stood up.


    "Hmm! ... What about the others?"


    "I have already arranged for them to go to the venue."


    "Then let''s go too, we''ll talk about it on the way."


    Tim George nodded and hurriedly followed him out of the villa.


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 Chapter 582： Nasdaq

    Chapter 582 Nasdaq


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    Nasdaq, the full name of the National Association of Securities Dealers automatic quotation table. Affiliated with the Nasdaq Stock Market. Originally the National Association of Securities Dealers, a platform set up to regulate chaotic over-the-counter trading and provide financing for small businesses.


    However, from its establishment in 1971 to the present, along with the growth of technology giants such as Microsoft, Oracle, and Cisco, Nasdaq has become the second largest securities trading platform in the United States and the world after the New York Stock Exchange. . More than 5,400 listed companies attract attention from the global capital market. Every time a company goes public, it is a feast of capital.


    This time, LinkedIn, as a high-profile tech star in Silicon Valley, is almost certain to once again become the target of many investors.


    Times Square in New York, the Cond�� Nast Building, the office address of the Nasdaq Stock Exchange, more people today than any other time.


    "Boss, here we are."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, glanced at LinkedIn''s listing video on the super-large electronic screen next to him, and got out of the car.


    Walking along the red carpet into the trading floor, a boiling heat wave swept in instantly.


    In the hall full of electronic display screens, countless people in suits crowded and communicated with each other with smiles, making the hustle and bustle here almost boiling.


    Of course, Ruby and LinkedIn executives are definitely in the spotlight in these footfalls. However, the moment Guo Shouyun stepped into the hall, more and more people turned their attention to him.


    Today, he is the protagonist here.


    "Mr. Guo, long time no see!"


    "Mr. Fein." After holding Blank Fein''s right hand, "I would also like to congratulate Goldman Sachs for winning the listing underwriter qualification of ''Biogene'', which is the most popular in the field of biotechnology. one of the companies."


    "I didn''t expect that Mr. Guo still pays so much attention to Goldman Sachs, but if I want to say congratulations, I should congratulate Mr. Guo even more. I was able to invest in biogenic companies early in 2000. Phoenix Bank now controls nearly 15% of biogenic companies. Equity is worth more than $2 billion. Nearly 100 times more profit than Goldman Sachs, which has qualified as a listed underwriter.��


    Guo Shouyun smiled. Internet and biotechnology have always been his investment priorities when Phoenix Bank was still Phoenix Capital. Now with the passage of time, the economy has developed; the assets of Phoenix Bank, which now incorporates Phoenix Capital, have ballooned more rapidly than anyone expected.


    Especially with the appreciation of Yahoo''s and eBay''s stock prices and the rapid development of BlackBerry''s mobile phone, even if Phoenix Bank does nothing, the shares of the three companies can bring it a book value of 50 billion US dollars within three years. And this kind of asset is not a public asset, but its own asset, that is, its own capital or Tier 1 capital that is often used in bank evaluations.


    "Although we made more money, we also paid the cost of time. Although Goldman Sachs made less money, it didn''t waste three or four years. So we are each other." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Mr. Guo is modest. If possible, I would rather change business with Phoenix Bank."


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun released his right hand and held the right hand of the middle-aged man in a brown suit next to him.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    "Mr. O''Neal didn''t come?" Guo Shouyun nodded and asked with a smile.


    "He went to Huaxia on a business trip, so the board asked me to represent Merrill Lynch in the LinkedIn listing."


    Bob Cunningham, Merrill Lynch''s COO, is the No. 2 person within Merrill, after Stan O''Neal, who is chairman and CEO.


    "I see!"


    "How long is Mr. Guo going to stay in New York this time?"


    Guo Shouyun''s heart moved slightly, and after swiping Bob Cunningham''s face quickly, he smiled lightly: "It depends on the situation, but it should stay for a while."


    "I hope to have the opportunity to have lunch with Mr. Guo!"


    "I think there will be this opportunity."


    After the chat, Guo Shouyun''s attention shifted again.


    "Mr. Winslow, it''s an honor to meet you!"


    "Mr. Guo, you are welcome. It is also our honor to be listed on NASDAQ."


    Hassan Winslow, CEO of Nasdaq Stock Market.


    It is different from Huaxia''s stock market. In the United States, whether it is the Nasdaq or the New York Stock Exchange, it is a privately listed company, not a national enterprise. There is also competition among them, and it is more intense than the publicly owned stock exchanges. When LinkedIn was listed, both Nasdaq and the New York Stock Exchange personally sent people to fight for it, but Guo Shouyun finally chose Nasdaq, which is more suitable for technology stocks.


    "Choosing Nasdaq is a win-win choice for both LinkedIn and me," Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "certainly!"


    After a brief exchange between the two, Guo Shouyun followed up with the heads of major investment institutions on LinkedIn such as Blackstone Group CEO Steve Schwarzman, Bain Capital��s Mitt Luo After Muni waited to say hello, he walked to the temporarily set up podium in the hall, surrounded by Tim George and a group of LinkedIn executives.


    When he stepped on the red carpet, facing a group of capital market elites and preparing to give a speech, he also appeared on the super screen in Times Square in New York.


    At this moment, under the spotlight, Guo Shouyun looked extremely young and confident.


    "Hello, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Bruce Guo, Chairman of LinkedIn. I am very pleased to be here at LinkedIn''s listing, and thank you very much for your trust in LinkedIn." After the applause, "Looking back, when I first founded LinkedIn, it was still a simple program installed in my Stanford University student dormitory computer. If it runs a little faster, it may crash."


    "...But after more than four years of painstaking development, the humble computer program ''Linkedin'', which once focused on professional networking, has grown into an Internet company with 9 languages, 213 million users, and 19 countries around the world. "


    "...Moreover, in addition to professional networking, we currently have six categories of businesses, including career intermediaries, blogs, mailboxes, libraries, classrooms, and forums. The five headhunters Egon Zehnder and Luo Sheng have reached an all-round cooperation agreement, and both parties will combine their respective advantages to provide more possibilities and development opportunities in the field of high-level talent job hunting. In addition, in the field of middle and low-end talent career intermediaries, we are also The scale of cooperation has been continuously expanded, and cooperation agreements have been signed with 1,623 intermediaries in 13 countries."


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 Chapter 583： Listed on LinkedIn

    Chapter Five Hundred and Eighty-Three LinkedIn Listing


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    ����Blog and email business, LinkedIn Blog and Email is currently the largest blog and email service provider except Yahoo, with more than 30 million blog users. After four years of establishment, it has accumulated 178 million blogs and sent 1.232 billion emails. strip."


    ����Lingyuyu is currently the world��s largest electronic document sharing platform, with 117 million professional documents covering all walks of life, and it is still growing at a rate of nearly 100,000 per month. At present, it has a total of 630 VIP paying users. 10,000... LinkedIn Classroom is currently the world''s largest online education platform, with a total of 123,000 professional educational videos in music, art, physics, chemistry, etc., and 17,800 online teachers. Currently, it has a total of 3.2 million paid VIP users. ��The LinkedIn Forum is currently the world��s largest professional Q&A website. It has been established for four years and has accumulated 16.3 million VIP paying users.��


    "...In 2003, LinkedIn achieved total revenue of US$1.438 billion, a year-on-year increase of 34.4%. The main business income was US$1.22 billion, net profit was US$313 million, an increase of 30.7% year-on-year; current liabilities were 83 million USD 280 million in structural liabilities, an increase of 11.3% year-on-year. In addition, in the context of the overall recovery of the Internet industry, LinkedIn is also developing rapidly, and we are confident that we will achieve a positive growth of more than 20% in the next three years. .It was on the basis of this positive news that it was over 50 times oversubscribed during the LinkedIn listing tour."


    "As the chairman of LinkedIn, I would like to say to all investors: Thank you very much for your attention to LinkedIn. I believe that the future growth of LinkedIn will definitely bring you unimaginable returns. Thank you!"


    "Whoa...!"


    There was prolonged applause.


    "Mr. Guo, I think LinkedIn will have a brighter future under your leadership!"


    Carlyle Group CEO David Rubinstein walked over with a smile.


    "thanks!"


    "Mr. Guo, it''s almost time!"


    In fact, without Hassan Winslow reminding him, Guo Shouyun also knew that it was time to ring the bell.


    "Everyone, excuse me!"


    After finishing speaking, Guo Shouyun took Ruby and the senior management of LinkedIn to the rostrum again, accompanied by the flashing lights, and in many envious eyes, including Guo Shouyun, the elders who have grown up with LinkedIn all the way have their faces at this moment. Full of pride and excitement.


    "boss��!"


    Hearing Tim George''s reminder, Guo Shouyun didn''t ring the bell immediately.


    "Stretch out your hands!"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s flat palm, everyone was stunned for a moment, and then quickly understood.


    "...Although I am the chairman of the company, it is not my fault that LinkedIn has come to this point. So at this special moment today, the glory should not be enjoyed by me alone."


    Under his eyes, Tim George was the first to extend his palm, and LinkedIn President David Belden was the second, and then all the company executives present extended their hands.


    "Everyone, listen to me! Lift up first, then... 1, 2, 3!... Bell Ring!"


    With the pressing of the palm, a fierce bell rang throughout the hall. Soon, the festive ribbons fell from the heights, and the champagne prepared in advance for the celebration was also brought up.


    "$38.45 for 1000 shares!"


    With the opening bell, the first trade occurred.


    Not long after, Hassan Winslow came over with a trade ticket. Usually listed companies will collect the first transaction slip as a souvenir, and Guo Shouyun also knows this rule.


    "Mr. Guo, it seems that LinkedIn is very popular. In just a few minutes, the price has exceeded 40 US dollars."


    After taking the transaction slip that the other party had put on the table, "It was a bit unexpected, but it''s a good thing for both of us, isn''t it?"


    Stock exchanges, the more companies with high-value stocks, not only can they gain considerable influence, but also can get more profit sharing from the transaction.


    "Of course, it''s a win-win for us!"


    After the two sides gestured for a while, they clinked glasses and took a sip of champagne.


    Today''s listing on LinkedIn, Guo Shouyun is considered a landlord, so he is naturally indispensable for the on-site reception. Even with Tim George''s share, those distinguished guests with extraordinary status and power also need him to greet them in person.


    After the entertainment was over and everyone had lunch together, he got a moment of free time.


    "How much is LinkedIn''s stock price?"


    "$43.37!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Looking at this trend, there is a chance to approach $50 within three days!"


    LinkedIn''s total share capital is 200 million, and over $50 means it has a market capitalization of over $10 billion.


    "The company is preparing to make a wave of publicity for the opportunity to go public."


    "This is indeed a good opportunity, you can just discuss it."


    After Tim George hesitated, "Boss, in order to achieve the best results, I''m afraid you still need to come forward in person."


    "I?"


    "Because you rarely give interviews, the outside world is very curious about you and your life. Any news and magazines that report on you will get good results. Like Time magazine a while ago, because of your interviews. The current issue of magazine sales has increased by 1.3 times!" Tim George laughed.


    "Listen to what you said, already planned?"


    Tim George nodded, "The CW TV financial channel of the matrix company intends to set up an economic talk show, similar to Fox TV''s "Entrepreneurship America", which mainly invites the executives of various companies to communicate with each other based on the current economic hotspots."


    "The new program of the CW TV news channel? How did you get in touch with them?" Guo Shouyun asked curiously.


    Although Matrix and Ruby are both their own companies, there are not many connections between them.


    "Mr. Morris of Matrix Company took the initiative to find me to cooperate, and wanted to use the listing of LinkedIn to do an exclusive interview as the inaugural work of the "Dialogue America" ??program."


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    "This guy is quite secretive enough to not tell me such things."


    "Mr. Morris may also want to let you know after the results."


    In fact, it''s not that Buddy Morris doesn''t say it, but that he has the right to make decisions on matters that do not involve the company''s future development strategy and does not need to report to Guo Shouyun. Moreover, he didn''t want to get involved in such trivial matters. Otherwise, if more than a dozen companies add up to big things and small things, he won''t have to do anything else in a day.


    "I''ve agreed to this matter, you can arrange it with Morris."


    "Yes!"


    After the two sides exchanged about the Ruby Company, Tim George left.


    "Boss, everything is arranged!"


    Wang Jue walked over and said.


    "Bring out a bottle of Latour ''95."


    "Yes!"


    Looking at the afterglow of the setting sun outside the window, Guo Shouyun''s eyes became more profound. The arrival of this guest at night is quite interesting.


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 Chapter 584： Cunninghams Temptation

    Chapter 584 Cunningham''s Temptation


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    "Mr. Guo!"


    Looking at the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, Guo Shouyun smiled and shook it.


    "Mr. Cunningham, your visit made me hit a wall here!"


    "Mr. Guo is very polite. It is my honor to be a guest here."


    "Please!"


    "Mr. Guo, please go first!"


    After a few simple words of courtesy, Guo Shouyun entered the living room facing Bob Cunningham.


    "Please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    After Wang Jue served the tea prepared in advance, "Mr. Cunningham came to visit on purpose, is it not a temporary intention?"


    Cunningham smiled slightly. After putting down the teacup in his hand, he looked directly at Guo Shouyun and said, "Mr. Guo is very intelligent. This time, I came to visit here on purpose. There are indeed some things to discuss with you."


    "Oh? I''m quite curious."


    Bob Cunningham did not speak immediately, but gestured around with his eyes.


    Guo Shouyun understood what he meant, "Don''t worry, there are no outsiders here. Just say whatever Mr. Cunningham has to say."


    "If that''s the case, then I''ll speak!"


    "Please!"


    "Mr. Guo owns 27.8% of Merrill''s common stock and is the largest shareholder. However, he has always been excluded from the board of directors headed by Stan O''Neill, and has not obtained the status and power represented by the shares. Such a result would like to come to Mr. Guo. There must be some dissatisfaction, right?"


    Seeing the other party staring at him, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Of course there will be a little dissatisfaction, after all, I own the most common shares of Merrill Lynch. But it''s not as serious as what I said to Mr. Cunningham. And at the beginning, I invested in shares. When I was with Merrill Lynch, I had already talked to Mr. O''Neal that my investments were not about acquisitions, but rather the benefits of capital appreciation as a strategic investor."


    "Don''t Mr. Guo want to acquire Merrill Lynch? After all, you already hold enough shares, and it is not difficult to acquire Merrill Lynch with your capital."


    "That said. But I''m curious, what can Mr. Cunningham get from me buying Merrill or not?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "I hope to replace Stan O''Neal after helping Mr. Guo successfully acquire Merrill Lynch."


    Between the words, Bob Cunningham''s face showed naked ambition.


    "It''s a bit offensive. But what I''m trying to say is: Mr. O''Neal is Merrill''s chairman and chief executive, and your Excellency is only the chief operating officer of Merrill, how can Mr. Cunningham be sure to help me get there?"


    "I say this with certainty. ... Maybe Mr. Guo is not quite clear, my uncle Chris Cunningham served as the chairman of the board of Merrill Lynch from 1978 to 1986, although more than ten years have passed. But he still has a deep influence on the board of directors of Merrill Lynch. In addition, I have worked in Merrill Lynch for nearly 30 years, and I have also accumulated a deep network of contacts. In addition, I think that although Mr. Guo is rarely involved in Merrill Lynch The management and operation of the company, but it must also have its own power. ... On this basis, as long as the plan is properly planned, the hope of our success is very high as long as we join forces.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Mr. Cunningham is so eager to help me, isn''t he afraid that I will go back on it after it''s done? Or do I have the highest power in Merrill Lynch?"


    "It would be a lie to say that you are not afraid. But judging from Mr. Guo''s past performance, it is very safe to cooperate with you, and you are worthy of trust. As for your own power over Merrill Lynch, I am the least worried. Judging from the operations of your companies such as Matrix, Ruby, Apple, Google, etc., you seldom care about the company''s management except for the company''s strategic development and decision-making. Mr. Guo''s strategic vision in the financial field has always been impressive. Admiration, when it comes to Merrill Lynch''s strategic decision, I will not only not object to your intervention, but even strongly support it."


    After a pause, "Mr. Guo, you must be clear if you want to come. With Merrill''s current scale, if you want to make money, excellent management talent is important, but more important is the network and strength in the US financial and business circles. I believe in the strength of the Cunningham family, if I am in charge of the daily operations of Merrill Lynch, it will be more in the interests of Mr. Guo and Merrill Lynch. Moreover, Mr. Guo has outstanding talent and long-term vision in finance. The combination of our two parties, It is a perfect match, a strong alliance, and it will not be difficult for it to surpass Morgan Stanley and become the world''s largest investment bank in the future!"


    Looking at Bob Cunningham''s fiery eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly.


    "To be honest, Mr. Cunningham''s words are really heartwarming. If it was changed before, I would definitely agree. But now I have Phoenix Bank, as a comprehensive bank, it also has its own investment banking business. Although here I can''t compare with Merrill Lynch in terms of aspects, but I would rather put this investment on Phoenix Bank than the time and energy it took to acquire Merrill Lynch. Therefore, I can only refuse Mr. Cunningham''s kindness."


    "Mr. Guo, don''t think about it any more? This is a rare opportunity."


    "No. I promised Stan O''Neal that I would not buy Merrill or interfere with his management of Merrill. Not before, and now that I have Phoenix Bank, I will not."


    After taking a deep look at the man opposite, a look of regret appeared on Bob Cunningham''s face.


    "If you change your mind, you can always contact me."


    "I don''t think I''ll change my mind!"


    "Well, it''s a pleasure to meet Mr. Guo today, and I''ll leave."


    "It''s noon now, and it''s not too late for Mr. Cunningham to stay with me for lunch before leaving."


    "Thank you for Mr. Guo''s kindness, but I have already invited another person to eat. I can only wait for the next opportunity to come back to Mr. Guo to harass me."


    "I see, then I won''t delay Mr. Cunningham any longer."


    Bob Cunningham smiled and suddenly said, "Mr. Guo is not at all curious about who I dated?"


    "If Mr. Cunningham wants me to know, you will say it even if I don''t ask. If Your Excellency doesn''t want me to know, then why should I bother?!"


    "Haha, Mr. Guo is really smart." After the words were said, Bob Cunningham''s eyes narrowed, "I can''t cooperate with Mr. Guo, I always have to talk to the backup partner."


    "Then I wish Mr. Cunningham a happy cooperation!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Bob Cunningham''s pupils shrank slightly, "Mr. Guo really didn''t consider my previous suggestion at all?"


    Guo Shouyun slowly shook his head.


    "I''ve already made up my mind, so I can only say sorry to Mr. Cunningham."


    The latter shrugged, "What a pity. I hope to have the opportunity to work with Mr. Guo next time."


    "I hope so too."


    "Farewell!"


    "I''ll take Mr. Cunningham."


    Accompanied by Guo Shouyun, Bob Cunningham got into his black BMW and drove away from Shanglin Garden. About two or three kilometers away from Guo Shouyun''s mansion, he took out his mobile phone from his pocket, found the number and dialed it.


    "Hey?"


    On the other side of the phone, a slightly hoarse voice rang.


    "I `m coming out."


    "Did he agree?"


    "No, I refused!"


    "Retreat to advance?"


    "No, the rejection was very straightforward. I feel that he has lost the slightest idea of ??Merrill Lynch since the establishment of Phoenix Bank." After a pause, "O''Neal, are you a little overhearted?"


    "I also hope I''m doing it too much. But Bruce Guo is more and more confusing to me now. It''s hard to say whether he really has no interest in Merrill. And he holds nearly 30% of Merrill''s ordinary shares. Stocks are always a big threat.��


    "In this case, it is enough to issue another batch of new shares to dilute Bruce Guo''s equity. Anyway, Merrill Lynch''s power is still in our hands."


    "not that simple."


    "why?"


    "Most of Bruce Guo''s companies have not been listed, and most of them are developing rapidly and have broad prospects. Once listed in the future, it will be a huge profit that is incalculable. Merrill cannot miss this profit. If we dilute his equity in Merrill , I am afraid that he may not necessarily hand over the listing underwriter qualifications of these companies to Merrill Lynch.��


    Guo''s Commercial, Matrix, Ruby, Google, Pacific Energy, Unocal, Phoenix Bank A breakdown of these unlisted companies under Guo Shouyun, as well as their status and strength in their respective industries, Bob Canning Ann can somewhat understand the hesitation in Stan O''Neal''s heart at this moment.


    "O''Neal, this may be an opportunity. You can dilute Bruce Guo''s shareholding in Merrill a little to test whether he really still covets Merrill!"


    "I have also thought about this method, but now Merrill''s internal situation makes me very hesitant. If we lose Bruce Guo''s financial resources, our situation at Merrill will be even more tense. At that time, even if there is no Bruce Guo. The Merrill Lynch board will also let us go."


    Stan O''Neal is a black man. Although he has climbed all the way to the power core of Merrill Lynch''s chairman and CEO by his own ability, the seat under his **** is not secure. Especially after he took office, in order to change Merrill''s bloated internal staff structure and the dilemma of low efficiency, it cut personnel, merged departments, sold non-core businesses, and reduced Merrill''s business lines. Although Merrill Lynch''s situation improved slightly, it also offended many people.


    Previously, the loan and bond business of Guo Shouyun and his various companies brought a lot of income to Merrill Lynch, and also gave a lot of support to Stan O''Neill, and provided him with a solid position as the chairman of the board of directors and CEO of Merrill Lynch. Great help.


    Especially, with the rapid growth of various companies under Guo Shouyun, this kind of help becomes more and more important to him. Although Guo Shouyun alone is not the whole of Merrill Lynch''s business, without him, there will undoubtedly be a large book write-down in Merrill Lynch''s business. It just gave him the opportunity to criticize his competitors.


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    Chapter 585 The Second Base


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    "O''Neal! Bruce Guo is really important to us. But I think you have to be prepared to lose him."


    "You mean Phoenix Bank?"


    "That''s right! Phoenix is ??a comprehensive bank with all kinds of financial services. Although there is still a big gap with us in terms of investment banking, neither Bruce Guo nor Stephen Bryan is easy. Under the auspices of the two, there is almost no need to think about the continued growth of Phoenix. If I were Bruce Guo, I would gradually transfer all my financial business as Phoenix grows. After all, compared to Merrill, Phoenix is ??his true direct descendant. ."


    Stan O''Neal said after a moment of silence: "And if he does, it means he really gave up on Merrill."


    "That''s right!"


    "Where are you now?"


    "I just left Bruce Guo''s Shanglin Garden. If it goes well, I will arrive at the company in 45 minutes."


    "Well! We''ll talk more after you come back."


    "Alright. Then I''ll hang up first."


    "Um!"


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    "Boss, is this bottle of wine still open?"


    Looking at the drawing in Wang Jue''s hand, Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "never mind!"


    After watching Bob Cunningham leave, Guo Shouyun returned to the living room and beckoned Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing to come over.


    "You have heard what he said just now. How much do you think his words are true?"


    After the two looked at each other, Wu Xiaojing said, "I''m afraid there are many elements of temptation?"


    "Oh why?"


    "In Merrill Lynch, there is no news of a feud between Bob Cunningham and Stan O''Neal. Now he suddenly came to the door in the name of cooperation, and with the help of the boss, intends to replace it. Although it is not impossible, but It always seems too abrupt and unbelievable.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a moment, his eyes shifted to Wang Jue.


    "What do you think?"


    "I also think it''s a temptation! In addition to the reasons Xiaojing said before, when the boss rejected Bob Cunningham, although he repeatedly persuaded the boss to think more about it, there was not too much disappointment in his eyes. He is really a man who has ambitions to replace Stan O''Neal and wants to get the management power of Merrill Lynch. His last advice should not be taken lightly. Facing the boss''s lunch invitation, he should not refuse so quickly, but should take advantage of it. Opportunities to deepen the connection and strive for more possibilities for you to agree."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Didn''t you hear that too? He plans to meet someone else who can support him."


    "This sentence sounds a bit like ''there is no silver 300 taels here''. Besides, who has nearly 30% of Merrill''s shares in the world?! In my words, I want to be on the board. The throne of Merrill Lynch��s CEO, you who hold a large amount of equity, is an object that cannot be bypassed and must be won at any cost.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Is lunch ready?"


    "Ready!"


    "Um!"


    Looking at the big boss walking towards the restaurant after the answer, Wu Xiaojing and Wang Jue looked at each other, and a trace of doubt flashed on their faces at the same time.


    But since the big boss didn''t want to say more, they wisely didn''t ask more.


    After lunch, Guo Shouyun returned to the study. After simply wandering for a while, he found Liu Zhixing''s number and dialed it.


    "boss!"


    "Zhi Xing, how is Merrill''s plan going?"


    "Already acquired 14.9%!"


    With fewer and fewer shares of Merrill Lynch on the market, Liu Zhixing''s secret acquisition of Merrill Lynch stock became more and more difficult in order to avoid the suspicion of Stan O''Neill. Half a year later, Guo Shouyun''s shareholding in Merrill has only increased by less than 2%.


    Although he was mentally prepared for Liu Zhixing''s answer, Guo Shouyun still felt a little depressed when he heard this number.


    "Boss, unless you can increase the number of people, the acquisition of Merrill''s equity will become more and more difficult."


    "I know. I''m working on it." After a pause, "I have one more thing to tell you this call. Stan O''Neal is still doubting my true purpose with Merrill, just this morning. I sent Bob Cunningham, the COO of Merrill Lynch, to try it out, but I refused; but that old fox is suspicious by nature, and I''m afraid it''s hard to reassure him. In addition, our business has been shifting to Phoenix Bank recently, so he may Do some tricks on Merrill Lynch��s equity, not only expressing dissatisfaction, but also testing my attitude towards Merrill; so you have to prepare, don��t let him see the clues.��


    "Please rest assured, boss, he will not see any clues."


    "That''s good!" After a pause, "By the way, how are you and Catherine?"


    When it came to Catherine, Liu Zhixing instantly lost his calmness and stability, and his tone and voice became a little shy. This is a typical performance of a Chinese man, especially a man with the title of "honest man" on his head.


    "well enough!"


    "Fortunately, I heard that the two of you have already lived together!"


    After Liu Zhixing said "haha", "If you''re okay, I''ll hang up first. I still need to keep an eye on the investment department."


    The so-called investment department of Liu Zhixing is the investment department under the Guo Shouyun Secretariat. It belongs to his direct office along with the Guard, Legal Affairs Department, Information Management Department and other departments, and is responsible for the investment management of his private funds.


    "Okay, greet Catherine for me."


    "Okay, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun held the phone and pondered for a while, then opened the phone book again.


    "boss!"


    "Rudy, how was the last time you explained to you?"


    "People have been found."


    "where?"


    "Dartmoor Prison in Devon, England!"


    "Are you sure you can get people out?"


    "Dartmoor Prison is the most strictly guarded prison in the UK, and the boss wants a felon who has been sentenced to life imprisonment. If you want to get him out of prison, you can only use violence. Violence in the UK, you want to To avoid attracting too much attention, it requires careful planning, and I am afraid that it will be difficult to do in the short term.��


    Guo Shouyun also knew that Rudi was telling the truth, but this man''s financial talent made it difficult for him to refuse. Moreover, it is difficult to reassure him by recruiting people from the outside world to engage in the secret acquisition of Merrill''s shares. No matter what, this person who is still detained in Dartmoor Prison in the UK is more suitable.


    It is easy to control and has enough strength!


    "Can you give me an approximate time?"


    "Three months to six months!"


    "I see. Time can be slower, but the plan must be well-planned. Also, I don''t want to attract the attention of British intelligence, so I must be decisive when I take action."


    "Yes!"


    "Also, you handled the African mission well this time."


    "Boss, that''s what I should do."


    "Should do and do well are two different things. So, it''s your reward that I won''t forget."


    "Thank you boss."


    "Hmm!...How is the team grooming?"


    "Except for some serious injuries, the rest are ready for missions."


    "That''s good! But there''s no rush for now. You let them continue training."


    "Yes!"


    "How many new players have you recruited?"


    "Pires has recruited 134 people and has already started training."


    "Where''s the young army camp?"


    "37 teenagers aged 7-12 have been admitted, with a male to female ratio of 2:1."


    "Set up a separate area on the island as a study, training and living area for the young barracks. Don''t let the guards disturb them."


    "Yes!"


    After a pause, "Boss, there are now more than 500 old birds on Yulin Island, plus new players! Although this number is not much compared to the 2,190 hectares of Yulin Island. But for the sake of the future, I think A second base should be established outside of Yurin Island."


    "Second base?"


    "Not bad! Crafty rabbit three kilns, so that our safety can be guaranteed."


    Guo Shouyun pondered for a while, "Listening to your tone, I should have thought about it."


    "You can''t hide anything from the boss."


    "Don''t talk nonsense, we don''t need this." Guo Shouyun said angrily.


    "Yes!" After a quick response, "Boss, I plan to build the second base in Colombia."


    "Colombia?"


    "That''s right. Although Colombia maintains the unity of the surface, the internal warlords are fighting, the government forces, the opposition and the drug lords are fighting endlessly. Putting the base here will not encounter the interference of too powerful armed forces. In addition, Colombia is located in Central America, which can influence North America above, and control South America below, is ideally located. In addition, the rainforest of Colombia is also convenient for us to hide.��


    "Colombia is good, but wouldn''t the Caribbean islands be more appropriate?"


    "Boss, the islands that are being sold in the Caribbean Sea are too small and lack the fresh water needed for long-term stationing. In addition, the Caribbean Sea is under the nose of the US military. In order to avoid them, it will cause great constraints to our operations. UU Reading and stationed on an isolated island, there is no retreat, once surrounded, it is easy to wipe out the entire army. In contrast, Colombia, which is still located in the rainforest and has various warlords as cover, is more suitable for us to open up a second base. "


    "Do you have a suitable location?"


    "Not yet. However, I have sent three teams to go there to conduct practical inspections. I think there will be good news after a while."


    "You''re an expert in the military. You''re responsible for that."


    "Thank you boss for your trust. Once there is a result, I will report it as soon as possible."


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "By the way, I set up a private school in San Francisco. The teachers in it are the elites I invited from all over the world. I reserved two places for Katis and Miller."


    "I thank the boss on their behalf!"


    "You''re welcome! You are my most trusted person, and you are naturally obliged to provide the best conditions for your family."


    Candice and Miller are Rudy Mueller''s daughter and son. As long as you keep them in your hands, you won''t be afraid of Rudy Mueller getting out of your hands. Although this is a bit contemptible, the security force is about the safety of himself and his family. The loyalty of Rudy Mueller, who is stationed on Yulin Island and is in charge of the training of the security force, must be guaranteed enough. For this reason, Guo Shouyun doesn''t mind using some methods and methods that are unacceptable to ordinary people.


    Rudy Mueller is not a fool, but he didn''t say much about Guo Shouyun''s arrangement because he had no intention of betrayal. Moreover, although their children are suspected of being ''protons'', they can also receive the best education in the world, and with Guo Shouyun as their backing, the future is bound to be bright.


    To some extent, both sides are mutually beneficial!


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    Chapter five hundred and eighty-six chats at the Roosevelt family


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    "boom��!"


    With a heavy blow, the white golf ball crossed a graceful arc, flew more than ten meters, rolled half a meter after landing, and fell into the hole accurately.


    "Clap!"


    With applause, "Bruce, your game is getting better and better."


    "Unfortunately, it''s still a lot worse than you."


    The old Roosevelt smiled and said, "The game is learned. When you play my age, you will definitely play better than me." After a pause, "I heard that LinkedIn''s stock price has grown to $50?"


    "At $49.35, it''s almost $50."


    "$49.35, based on LinkedIn''s total share capital of 200 million shares, its market value is $9.87 billion. Just a subsidiary has a market value of nearly 10 billion US dollars, and the more valuable Ruby and Google can also be I figured it out."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head, "I''m not as optimistic as you are. The main reason for LinkedIn''s high stock price is that it has just been listed. If the half-year lock-up period has passed and the investment company starts to cash out, let alone $49.35, It would be nice to be able to maintain the listing price of $38.��


    "This lack of confidence is not your usual style."


    "Be prepared for the worst in everything, so that you won''t be in a hurry when things come to an end."


    After taking a look at Guo Shouyun, "What kind of stimulation does it sound like to hear you say this?"


    "It''s not too exciting, it''s just that I have experienced a lot, and I have some feelings."


    "Don''t share it with me? Maybe I can give you some advice."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Actually, you should have guessed without saying it. ... Now that the situation in Iraq is becoming more and more stable, and the oil resources are receiving more and more attention, I am worried that my plan will fail."


    "Maginu Oil Field?"


    "good!"


    "With Unocal''s strength and position in the oil industry, it is indeed difficult to swallow the Majinu oil field alone. However, your previous financing for Unocal was indeed a brilliant move. There are Bush, Kennedy, Morgan and other families. With the help of Unocal''s help, Unocal''s acquisition of the Majinu Oilfield has added three points to the possibility. But if you want to really achieve your goal, you still need your own management."


    "I understand the same reason. It''s just that even if you have tried your best, you will always feel a little uneasy in your heart before things settle down." Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Glancing at him, "Actually, it doesn''t matter if the Unocal family wins the Majinu oil field, or if you share a profit with other oil companies. Your share of the Iraqi oil industry is almost a certainty. In comparison, , I''m more worried about your investment in Brazil. The oil sector exploration in the three ultra-deep sea areas is too risky."


    "Father-in-law, now is not the past. Those easy-to-exploit oil resources have long been exhausted in the past hundred years. Almost all the remaining oil fields are buried thousands of meters deep in land and sea with harsh natural environment. The cost of exploration and development is getting higher and higher, and even if we do not win the bid for the exploration block in the ultra-deep water area, the development cost of the exploration block in the deep sea and the shallow water area is not low.��


    "...However, Brazil has been exploring and developing offshore blocks for nearly ten years, and has not found any surprising large oil fields. Therefore, rather than offshore blocks, I prefer to explore the ultra-deep water areas of the Santos Basin that have never been developed. Investment in exploration blocks.��


    "You are gambling!" Old Roosevelt said after listening.


    "Oil exploration in the 21st century is a gamble, I just took a bigger gamble."


    "What if you lose the bet?"


    "If you win in gambling, you will naturally lose!" After a pause, his eyes swept across the old Roosevelt''s face quickly, "I understand what my father-in-law means. Losses in oil exploration will make Unocal shareholders dissatisfied. However, Unocal is in the In 2003, it generated $31.47 billion in revenue and $5.34 billion in net profit. Although it is a bit worse than Exxon Mobil, Chevron Texaco, ConocoPhillips, and even Chesapeake Energy. Unocal has the highest revenue per share of net assets of any oil company."


    The old Roosevelt nodded, looked at the son-in-law in front of him, and sighed a little: "Unocal''s income from non-main business is too high. Bruce, you are indeed a genius in the financial field!"


    Unocal''s lucrative gains on oil and gas forward contracts have boosted its overall revenue level.


    "I won''t say it before the day comes. Unocal''s financial gains are enough to balance the company''s investment in exploration in the Santos Basin in Brazil. Even if no oil fields are found in the three blocks, the company will not lose money. What''s more, the exploration has just just begun. In the beginning, who can guarantee that there are no big oil fields there?"


    "Do you really have so much confidence in the Santos Basin?" Old Roosevelt said after a moment of thought.


    "Whether it is from the geological structure of the Santos Basin or the offshore oil exploration data in Brazil in recent years, it all shows that there are a lot of oil resources in its offshore areas, especially in the fault structural belt of the Santos Basin. The reason why it has not been found yet, It may still be in the wrong location. And compared to the shallow and deep water areas that everyone is keen on, there are more possibilities in ultra-deep water areas.��


    After listening to the old Roosevelt, he nodded after thinking for a moment.


    "Anyway, you are the chairman of Unocal''s board of directors. Since you are confident, then you can do it according to your own ideas. But I want to remind you, don''t let Unocal generate excessive losses, otherwise these are helping your family behind the scenes. And the group will be the first to stand up and kick you out of Unocal."


    "Including you?" Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly.


    "Including me!"


    After nodding affirmatively, "Bruce, although you are my son-in-law. But you should be clear. I represent the entire Roosevelt family. If I can''t put the family''s interests first, then I can become the head of the Roosevelt family and take charge of the Roosevelt family. The Foundation will also be kicked out."


    After a pause, Old Roosevelt patted Guo Shouyun on the shoulder and sighed: "Having a strong and profound family has both advantages and disadvantages. The biggest disadvantage is that you can''t help yourself. Of course, you still experience it now. No. But as your career gets bigger, you''ll get more clarity on that feeling."


    "...Okay, let''s not talk about these unpleasant topics. It''s rare for you to come here, so stay with me for lunch at noon. I specially let people cook Chinese food to ensure that it suits your taste."


    Together with the old Roosevelt, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded after giving the club in his hand to the waiter next to him.


    "Even if you don''t tell me, I will definitely finish my lunch today before leaving."


    "Haha, let''s go! Elizabeth has always wanted to talk to your son-in-law. By the way, how is Wendy doing?"


    "It''s good. It''s just that she is often invited to go shopping by some noble ladies, which makes her a little impatient."


    "This can''t be done. You are a husband and wife. It is her responsibility to expand your husband''s contacts and stabilize the family. ... By the way, why didn''t she come this time on LinkedIn."


    "George and Elizabeth are almost three years old. She is choosing tutors for them, and she has no time for it."


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    Chapter Five Hundred and Eighty Seven Jonathan Weil


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    "So that''s it. ... You''ve been together for a while, Wendy isn''t pregnant yet?"


    "Not yet!"


    "Then try harder. My mother-in-law and I are still thinking of hugging our grandson."


    "We must hurry!"


    As the voices got farther and farther away, the backs of the two disappeared into the villa.


    After lunch, Guo Shouyun left Roosevelt Manor under the pretense of something.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    The phone in my pocket suddenly rang.


    Guo Shouyun took a look at the caller ID and pressed the answer button.


    "boss!"


    "What''s up?"


    "I''m back in America!"


    Guo Shouyun raised his brows, "Huaxia''s business is over?"


    "Yes! Zhu~hai, Shaoxing, Tian~jinbinhai, three super-large natural gas power plant expansion projects, Yan~tai, Xi~an, Chengdu~du, Tai~yuan, four super large natural gas power plant new construction projects , as well as supporting natural gas pipelines and storage facilities, the contracts have all been signed. The partners include China''s major power generation departments such as Datang, Huadian, Guodian, and the local government. We hold 45~49% of the shares, and the total investment of the entire project is 12 billion US dollars , the construction period is 3 to 5 years, and the period for new power plants is relatively long.��


    "You did a good job."


    "The main reason is that the boss has opened up the central link. With the approval of the Government Council, the subsequent negotiations will naturally be easier."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "What about the pipeline project? Has Huaxia''s pipeline project progressed?"


    "In addition to the Guangdong Provincial Pipeline Company, we have reached cooperation agreements with natural gas pipeline companies in seven provinces including Shandong Province, Zhejiang Province and Jiangsu Province, and the two parties will cooperate on natural gas pipeline construction, natural gas supply, and distribution and retail networks. . But the current scale is not too large."


    "It doesn''t matter if the scale is small, as long as the breakthrough is opened, it will naturally develop slowly."


    "Yes!"


    "Is there any news about the second line of the West-East Gas Pipeline that I asked you to pay attention to?"


    "According to our information, the second line of the West-East Gas Pipeline is still in the demonstration stage, and it will take four to five years before the financing and construction stage."


    "Although it''s still early, don''t relax your attention."


    The West-East Gas Pipeline is the backbone of the Huaxia natural gas pipeline, and its value is of course needless to say. Guo Shouyun does not seek to occupy a dominant position in it, as long as he gets some shares, it is the most valuable core asset of Pacific Energy.


    "Yes!"


    After a moment of silence, Guo Shouyun said, "I should have given you a vacation and a good rest after finishing the mission in Huaxia. But now the matter of the natural gas pipeline project along the coast of Brazil is too important to us, so I can only bother you to make a trip."


    "Thank you for your compassion. The Huaxia Coastal Natural Gas Pipeline Project is very important to the company''s future development. As the company''s CEO, it is my duty!"


    "As long as you can understand. When you get there, call me if you encounter difficulties that cannot be solved."


    "Please don''t worry boss."


    "Well! ... Jonathan, you are the CEO of Pacific Energy, and you have a 2% option in the company, so in addition to the company''s business, you should also consider the company''s listing."


    "The boss intends to list Pacific Energy?" Jonathan Weir''s tone revealed a touch of uncontrollable joy and surprise.


    "Of course! ... The scale of investment in the energy industry is relatively huge. With the current scale of Pacific Energy, if you want to have greater development, in addition to the accumulation of time, the best way is to raise enough capital. The most appropriate method when listing ."


    "The boss is wise!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Take the time to prepare a listing plan for me. If it is appropriate, I will try to list Pacific Energy in 2005."


    "Yes!"


    "Any thing else?"


    "Gone!"


    "That''s it. Call me if you need anything."


    "clear!"


    Guo Shouyun hung up the phone and his eyes became deep.


    Pacific Energy is now the world''s largest power company, its listing, at least to raise a huge sum of tens of billions of dollars for itself. With this money, there is the capital to stir up the storm in the subprime mortgage crisis.


    Of course, one Pacific Energy is not enough. Unocal, Matrix, and Phoenix Bank are all pawns he is ready to make.


    "Boss, are you going home?"


    "No, go to Phoenix Bank headquarters."


    "Yes!"


    Matthew turned the steering wheel and drove Guo Shouyun towards the city center.


    "boss!"


    Looking at Stephen Bryan, who pushed the door and walked in, Guo Shouyun smiled and pointed to the sofa opposite him.


    "sit!"


    The latter nodded and sat down opposite him.


    "How is it, things are going well in the company recently, right?"


    "With the foundation laid by the boss before, the integration of the company will naturally go smoothly."


    After seeing the hesitation in Stephen Bryan''s tone, "You know my character, just say whatever you want."


    After the latter nodded, "The stock prices of Internet companies such as Yahoo, eBay, and Tomato.com have grown too fast. The stock price has nearly tripled since the time when the boss invested. I wonder if we can sell part of the equity first?"


    "What? Do you think the current price is too high?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile Hmm! The lessons learned from the Nasdaq crisis are not far away, and I feel a little uncertain. "


    "What are the market caps of Yahoo and eBay now?"


    "According to the latest closing prices, Yahoo''s market cap is $31.2 billion and eBay is $12.27 billion!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, recalling the memories of the stock prices of Yahoo and eBay in his mind from the previous life. After a moment, he shook his head.


    "Don''t rush to reduce your holdings, the Nasdaq crisis has just passed, and Internet companies such as Yahoo and eBay are far from reaching their peaks!"


    "I don''t know as much about the Internet as my boss. It''s just that their stock prices are rising too fast, which makes me a little worried."


    "I understand your mood. When it''s time to make a move, I''ll remind you."


    Stephen Bryan nodded and did not continue the topic.


    "How is your contact with Huaxia ICBC?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "We have established contact, but we have not yet received a reply from the other party. However, our competitors include financial giants such as Morgan Stanley, Citigroup, Goldman Sachs, HSBC Holdings, etc. It is not easy to obtain original shares and listing underwriting rights. ."


    "Do your best. How about other goals?"


    "We have established contact with Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, and the two sides are currently negotiating cooperation. If everything goes well, we can enter the board of directors as a strategic investor. However, the other party has not yet planned to go public, so the qualification of the underwriter may have to wait. a period of time."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Hua Xia''s large and medium-sized banks and investment institutions all have good investment potential. If you have the opportunity, try to fight for it."


    "Um!"


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    Chapter five hundred and eighty eighth silver and Buffett


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    "Are the 2003 financial statements and rectification materials of Phoenix Bank ready?"


    "It''s ready, now get it for you?"


    "Just leave it to Wang Jue."


    "What is the current amount of bank loans that we make, and the amount of bonds we hold in relation to that?"


    "Because we have high restrictions on individuals applying for housing loans, the growth rate is very slow compared to the same industry. At present, it is only 278.3 billion US dollars, accounting for 56% of our assets; the amount of real estate CDOs (secured debt certificates) held is 88.7 billion. U.S. dollars, accounting for 1,774 of our total assets; holding real estate cds (credit default swaps) of $104.6 billion, accounting for 21 of our total assets.��


    After briefly thinking about it, Guo Shouyun said, "The amount of cds is too low."


    "Now that the U.S. real estate industry has just begun to flourish, the amount of CDO issuance is not too high, and there are even fewer CDS bonds betting on the collapse of real estate. Our holdings of $104.6 billion exceed 80% of similar bonds in the market. And we They were also ridiculed when their business people went to insurance companies like AIG and Citi to buy the bonds.��


    After a pause, "Boss, although we predict that the real estate market will fall one day, it must be a few years away from now, and is it appropriate for us to enter the market so quickly? You must know that the annual premium for holding cds bonds is also Not a small amount."


    "Stephen, the best way to get the most lucrative returns in a big game is to take the lead before everyone reacts. Right now, the U.S. real estate industry is in the ascendant, and almost everyone doesn''t think it''s a problem; And this is our chance.��


    "...As for the premiums, the worst subprime bonds in the real estate asset-backed securities are now rated 3a. And the premiums for 3a are only 02, we are 104.6 billion US dollars, and the annual premiums only need 20 million US dollars, even if the premium is doubled. Ten times, but only $200 million. I think we can still afford this amount of money.��


    "I''m afraid our Phoenix Bank is going to be a joke in the industry for a while." Stephen Bryan nodded and said.


    "I don''t mind if being a joke can bring real benefits. ... Also, don''t you think it''s very interesting to turn from ridicule to admiration and even jealousy?"


    Stephen Bryan nodded with a smile.


    "By the way, have you investigated what I told you last time?"


    "Well! The biggest investor in the spot silver market right now is Warren Buffett...!"


    "Buffett?" Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    "Yes! He holds 200 million ounces of spot silver contracts, accounting for 42% of the entire US spot silver market."


    "This is really surprising news."


    Buffett gives the impression that he is more stable, focusing on long-term investment, mainly in the stock and bond markets, and obtaining long-term returns. I did not expect that he also has a layout in the higher-risk futures industry.


    Guo Shouyun frowned slightly. The risk of the subprime mortgage crisis will lead to a substantial appreciation of precious metals. Because the price of silver is much lower than that of gold, the price of silver almost doubled during the subprime mortgage crisis. Moreover, the size of the spot silver market is not as large as that of gold. With the amount of funds he holds, he can easily monopolize the price of silver, thereby obtaining huge benefits.


    However, now that Warren Buffett, a shrewd old fox, is standing in front, it is probably more difficult to get enough spot silver contracts from him than from the market.


    "The boss plans to enter the spot silver market?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I have this plan. Compared with gold, whose price is rising rapidly, the price of silver is relatively stable, the market size is relatively small, and it is also a precious metal. It is easier to control. I just didn''t expect Buffett to be optimistic about silver. It will take a lot of work to get enough silver futures from him."


    "Buffett is a shrewd person and has extensive experience in the financial field. It is almost impossible to deceive him. The only option is to exchange!" Stephen Bryan nodded and said.


    "What do you think he wants?"


    "Original shares of Unocal, Pacific Energy, Phoenix, Matrix!"


    "Why not Apple, Google and Ruby?"


    "The profit model of the technology and Internet industries is temporarily beyond the scope of his previous experience. Before he has more specific financial data and time for his research, he will not easily enter the market. Instead, it is the traditional energy, finance, oil, and media. The industry is more to his taste."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a while, "It seems that I will find a chance to meet this ''stock god'' again."


    "...Okay, let''s talk about it today. I won''t delay you going home today on Christmas Eve."


    "Isn''t the boss going back?"


    "Of course I have to go back! Otherwise, the two little guys will probably ignore my father. ... By the way." Guo Shouyun took out a gift box from his pocket and handed it over, "Patek Philippe limited edition, for your Christmas holiday gift."


    "Then I''m welcome!"


    The limited edition Patek Philippe watch is a luxury that ordinary people can only see, but to them, it is just a gorgeous watch.


    "Okay, I''ve also delivered the things. It''s almost time. I should go too."


    "I''ll send it to the boss!"


    "Um!"


    After leaving the Phoenix headquarters, Guo Shouyun took his private jet back to San Francisco, which he had not seen for a long time. Perhaps it is because of the fact that Chinese people are naturally hilarious. On Christmas night, Guo Shouyun brought the Lincoln family, including Liu Zhixing and his daughter; All received at home.


    The lively atmosphere and happy words made Qian Xiaoling, the cold-faced girl, also become happy.


    Seeing how they were playing with their two children Guo Shouyun showed a satisfied smile on his face.


    "Looking at your appearance, people who didn''t know it thought it was ''grandmother wolf''!"


    "Catherine, you can also have one with Zhixing."


    "In a few more years, wait until Nan Nan is older."


    After looking at her, "Nan Nan is a sensible child, explain to her and she will agree."


    There was a hint of hesitation on Katherine Lincoln''s face, and after a moment, "Forget it. I haven''t known her for too long, and it won''t be too late to have children when she can accept me for a while. In addition, now is the rapid development period of the Guo Group, and I have no time to take care of the children."


    Guo Shouyun continued the topic, and she quickly changed her mind, "I heard from Wendy that you plan to set up a private school?"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "Actually, it''s not a private school, it''s just creating a good learning environment for Elizabeth and George in the future."


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    Chapter five hundred and eighty nine Jeff Bezos


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    "Being with great people makes you better!"


    Catherine nodded in agreement, "I have a friend I know in the orphanage, do you want him to pay attention to you?"


    "No, I have arranged this matter myself!"


    Hearing what Guo Shouyun said, she didn''t say anything more.


    After everyone talked and laughed after Christmas, Guo Shouyun also took the opportunity to give himself a vacation. ��it��s winter in San Francisco, although it��s not too cold even in the middle of winter due to the Mediterranean climate. But Guo Shouyun still prefers to sit on the reclining chair in his study, basking in the sun while reading, which is extremely comfortable.


    "What about the children?"


    Hearing the footsteps behind him, Guo Shouyun turned his head to see the person who came and smiled.


    "Playing on the back lawn."


    Wendy, who was wearing a light blue sweater, sat down in the seat next to her, "With Eliza and the others watching, and with new friends like Xiaoling and Natalie, Elizabeth and George are very happy to play."


    "That''s good!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "These children are all orphans, try to take good care of them."


    "Don''t worry, it just so happens that I like them too."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, took her hand and held it in his palm, looked at each other, and said tenderly, "I have a lot of things to do during this time, and I depend on you to take care of everything at home. It''s hard work!"


    "Who made me your wife, these are all things I should do."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "When the busy time is over, our family will go on vacation. Take a break by the way."


    "real?"


    "certainly!"


    "That''s great."


    Seeing the surprise on her face, Guo Shouyun felt more guilty. It seems that the two have known each other and have never gone on vacation.


    "Where do you like to go?"


    "You can go anywhere, as long as you are with George and the others!" Wendy laughed.


    "Alright then, I''ll arrange this matter, and I''ll make sure to satisfy you at that time."


    "Um!"


    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a sudden knock on the door.


    "Come in."


    "Boss, Assistant Wang''s phone number!" Matthew pushed in the door and said.


    "Understood, you reply to her, I''ll go right away."


    "Yes!"


    After he left, Guo Shouyun turned his head, "Wendy, I want to go out right away."


    "Well! Have you prepared dinner for you?"


    "I''ll come back to eat." Guo Shouyun nodded.


    After a simple goodbye, he took Matthew out of the house.


    The meeting room of the Hanshan Courtyard. When he came, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing had been waiting here for a long time.


    "boss!"


    "Are people here?"


    "In the meeting room No. 3!" Wang Jue replied.


    "Walk!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he quickly arrived at his destination. After pushing the door in, looking at the bright bald head in a dark blue suit, with a warm smile on his face, he took the initiative to walk over.


    "Jeff, long time no see."


    "Bruce!"


    Looking at a man who was more mature than before, Jeff Bezos also walked over with open arms.


    The two patted their backs enthusiastically, "I wanted to go to Seattle to see you some time ago, but I didn''t expect you to be driven ahead."


    "Stanford University invited me to give an admissions speech for their freshmen, and just knew you were back, stop by."


    "So it is!" After nodding, Guo Shouyun raised his hand, "Come, sit down and talk."


    While the two were seated, Wang Jue had already brought up the freshly brewed tea. After the two briefly took a sip, Guo Shouyun said, "This year''s environment is good, Amazon should be developing very well, right?"


    "The main business revenue exceeded 8 billion US dollars, and the online store, subscription service and AWS cloud service increased by more than 15% over last year, especially the subscription service and AWS cloud service, which increased by more than 25%." After a pause Afterwards, Jeff Bezos had a hint of pride and joy on his face, "Bruce, it''s fortunate that I chose to cooperate with you. Otherwise, Amazon will miss out on the big cake of AWS cloud services."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "If it weren''t for ''AWS cloud service'', I''m afraid I wouldn''t be able to get an important stake in Amazon, and I wouldn''t be a partner with you. Jeff... You are a guy who''s ''no rabbits, no eagles''. "


    "Can I interpret this as a compliment to me?"


    "That would have been a compliment."


    "Gulu", Guo Shouyun picked up the teacup and filled them both.


    "Jeff, I heard that Amazon is looking to acquire the online music store ''En:CDNow''?"


    Bezos smiled, "Wouldn''t it be Jobs who told you the news?"


    "You know that guy''s personality. Unless he completely defeated Amazon''s online music store business, how could he take the initiative to tell me the news?!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun continued, "The reason why I asked this I just want to know your strategic plan for Amazon''s future."


    "Strategic planning?" Jeff Bezos narrowed his eyes slightly Jeff, a large Internet company is like a tree. The main business is the trunk, and the rest are branches; as long as the trunk is not available, no matter how many branches there are, it will not prevent it from growing into a towering tree. But if there is no distinction between primary and secondary, then even if there are more branches, the tree will not grow tall, let alone become a talent. "


    Facing Guo Shouyun''s disparate eyes, Jeff Bezos smiled.


    "Bruce, Amazon''s main business has always been e-commerce, and I don''t think this will change no matter how far it develops. Whether it''s AWS cloud services or online music stores, it''s everything you sold me. Like Thornbird Publishing, it''s the offshoot that feeds Amazon''s e-commerce growth."


    "This way I can rest assured!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "With your ability, as long as the strategic planning is correct, Amazon''s future will be brilliant."


    After glancing at him, Jeff Bezos pondered for a moment and asked: "I''m curious here, if Amazon''s main business is e-commerce, Google is web search, and Yahoo is a portal, then Ruby''s main business is e-commerce. What is your main business?"


    "You can''t tell because of your shrewdness, right?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "I originally thought it was professional networking, but from the perspective of the speed and scale of LinkedIn''s development, it doesn''t look like it. If it is e-commerce, although the transaction scale of Ruby Mall is getting more and more amazing, the influence of commodity transactions is still not as good as that. Regular e-commerce. Apart from professional networking and e-commerce, Ruby��s other subsidiaries don��t show much potential.��


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Ruby naturally has its own main business, but it''s boring to say it now, let''s wait a few years and see for yourself!"


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    "You are still the same. If you have already spoken, you still don''t take the initiative to say it. You have to guess." Jeff Bezos shook his head slightly.


    "Aren''t you the same?"


    "I''m different from you, I can tell you everything I know about Amazon''s business!"


    "Really? But, Jeff. I didn''t hear you tell me about Lab 126."


    Jeff Bezos narrowed his eyes, "Even if I didn''t say it, you wouldn''t know."


    "I only know occasionally. But don''t worry, I have my own principles. Amazon''s things, I, including all my companies, will not have any coveted."


    Hearing this, Jeff Bezos, who knew Guo Shouyun''s character very well, was secretly relieved. As long as Jobs and his Apple aren''t interested in the hardware that Amazon is working on, he can rest easy.


    "Bruce, your astute should understand. The most suitable digital mobile device for e-book readers is Amazon rather than Apple, although the latter''s research and development strength far exceeds ours. But for e-book readers, the most suitable What matters is always the software, which is the books. And Amazon, as the world��s largest online bookstore, has an innate advantage for us.��


    Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly and smiled, "Of course I understand the same principle. ... Jeff, you don''t have to convince me. I said that if you don''t covet Amazon''s research and development, you won''t covet Amazon''s research and development." After a pause, "Still. Let��s be honest, and put your mind at ease. . . I know Amazon��s approach to e-books is also by accident.��


    "accidental?"


    "Yeah! Ling English Library has produced an electronic version that can be downloaded. But most of the e-book readers on the market do not meet our requirements, so we have not enabled the download function. But we have never paid attention to qualified e-book readers. Stopped. That''s how Amazon came to our eyes."


    "So it is!" Jeff Bezos nodded knowingly.


    "Speaking of which, Jeff, should you give me some development details?"


    After glancing at Guo Shouyun, Jeff Bezos smiled, "By what you just said: It''s boring to say everything. We''ll wait until Amazon''s e-reader goes on sale."


    "Haha!" Guo Shouyun shook his head with a smile, "Jeff, you really don''t want to suffer at all. ... Well, since you don''t want to say it, I won''t ask any more. Just wait for Amazon''s e-reader to go on sale. We''ll talk about it later. However, if your product does not satisfy us, LinkedIn will not cooperate with you. After all, the user''s reading experience is also the key to the development of our website."


    "Rest assured, in terms of products, we will move closer to Apple''s standards and guarantee your satisfaction."


    "That''s good!"


    "By the way, Bruce. Is your new book finished?"


    "New book?" Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment and then suddenly understood, "You should be talking about "The Age of Intelligence", right?"


    Most of the sci-fi, urban, and romance novels he wrote were entertainment to pass the time, without much spiritual connotation. Most of the people who are interested are ordinary people. For a business tycoon like Jeff Bezos, what he can ask him is what interests him. And Guo Shouyun is currently writing such content as "The Age of Intelligence".


    "Of course! I can''t wait to read your masterpiece." Jeff Bezos had a look of anticipation on his face.


    With the development of ''cloud computing'' becoming more and more mature, the impact of the Internet on the social economy is getting deeper and deeper. Guo Shouyun once expounded on the future of ''Internet'', concepts such as artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, virtual reality, etc., are receiving more and more attention. more people''s attention. Especially someone like Jeff Bezos, who is an insider in the Internet industry, is looking forward to it.


    In the fast-changing industry of the Internet, the most fearful thing is not what the competitors are, but the fear of not finding the future direction. And Guo Shouyun''s "Intelligent Age" will be a good reference.


    Of course, the rapid development of Ruby and Google has also proved that his point is indeed correct, which increases the appeal of the book "The Age of Intelligence".


    "The final review is in progress, and it can be officially published in half a month at most!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "That''s great. Bruce, I''m going to make sure I''m one of the first readers."


    "As you like! You are the boss of the Thorn Bird Publishing Company anyway!"


    "Haha, that''s true. However, Bruce. I was tricked by you. After Thornbird was sold to Amazon, the revenue and net profit never increased by more than 8%. In contrast, the Amazon shares you got increased in value. at least three times."


    "Jeff, Thornbird''s annual profit of nearly $600 million effectively balances Amazon''s finances and provides great funding for its growth. If it weren''t for this, Amazon wouldn''t have grown so fast. From this perspective Look, you''re not at a loss."


    Jeff Bezos smiled and shook his head, "I know it''s not that easy to make some cheap money from you."


    "Aren''t you the same?"


    When the words fell, the two looked at each other and smiled, and the feeling of mutual sympathy suddenly became a little stronger.


    Although they both covet the things that are useful to them in each other''s hands, they also have their own limits and principles. It seems that the relationship is not as good as those of the so-called brothers who stick to each other, but on the whole, the relationship between friends who know how to advance and retreat will last longer.


    "Jeff, what do you think of organizing a ''World Internet Conference''?"


    Guo Shouyun asked suddenly after taking a sip of tea.


    "World Internet Conference?"


    "This is the name I came up with temporarily, and it is not rigorous; of course, it can be changed to a more appropriate name. But the main purpose of this meeting is: to bring together the CEOs and founders of major Internet companies in the world, and let''s chat , by the way, to communicate everyone''s views on technology, politics and economics. Similar to dinner parties and parties, the time is three to five days."


    After listening, Jeff Bezos''s eyes twinkled as he looked at the familiar and calm man across from him.


    "Bruce, why did you suddenly think of holding this kind of meeting?"


    "Jeff, you are a smart person, you should have guessed my purpose." Guo Shouyun smiled lightly.


    "You want industry influence?"


    "Yes. Unlike traditional industries such as steel and oil, the Internet is a new thing. Although it is developing rapidly, there is not even an influential industry association. Compared with traditional industries such as steel and retail, no organization can help We strive for favorable development conditions and interests from the White House." After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s expression condensed, "For future considerations, I think it is necessary for us to establish an industry association based on the Internet industry."


    "Your idea is indeed necessary to be implemented. But I remembered that you said ''World Internet Conference'' just now. If it is only for the establishment of an industry association, it is enough to organize Internet companies in the United States."


    "I can''t hide anything from you." Guo Shouyun smiled faintly, "The influence of the Internet is global, don''t you think it would be more interesting to gather the CEOs of all large Internet companies together?!"


    Jeff Bezos narrowed his eyes slightly, "Bruce, aren''t you going to imitate the ''Bilderberg Club''?"


    The Beardberg Club, also known as the Beardberg Group, is an elite team composed of politicians, corporate giants, and bankers from Europe and the United States, who manipulate the world "in the dark". The issues discussed in the meetings of this secret organization include globalization, international finance, freedom of migration, the formation of an international police force, the removal of tariff barriers to allow for the free flow of products, restrictions on the sovereignty of member states of the United Nations and other international organizations, etc. It is considered to be a rehearsal before the convening of important international conferences in the West. This supranational lobby group is vividly called the "Bilderberg Club".


    Among the many conspiracy theories in the world, the Bilderberg Club, along with the Trilateral Commission, the Royal Society of British Affairs, and the American Diplomatic Association, are also known as the four secret organizations that manipulate the world in the West.


    From the perspective of conspiracy theory the ability of these four organizations to almost change the world is undoubtedly an exaggeration. But with the identity, status and energy of the people involved in these gatherings, they do have the power to impact the world.


    "I''m not that ambitious yet!" Guo Shouyun smiled after taking a sip of tea, "Also, this is just a gathering in the Internet industry, even if all Internet companies are counted, it is far from affecting the world. More What''s more, I just contacted the CEOs of several major Internet companies to participate."


    "Really? But from what I know about you, if it weren''t for a major event that could affect the future, you wouldn''t put so much effort into it."


    Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart when he saw Bezos staring straight at him. It''s really not easy to hide from a smart person who understands you.


    "I can''t hide anything from you. However, I''m not as deliberate as you think. Just trying to build a network of people that can provide me with energy when the Internet can really affect the world economy. Jeff, you know. , although I grew up in the United States and can speak fluent English, but after all, I don''t have a white face and skin. If I can''t cultivate my energy and connections as much as possible, I''m afraid that one day I will be swayed by the chaebols of Wall Street. The big family in America eats them alive. That''s a bunch of guys who eat people and don''t spit out bones."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "How is it, would you like to come?"


    "Whether it is the relationship between our friends, or the reason of the Internet industry. I am bound by your invitation."


    "Then it couldn''t be better." Guo Shouyun said happily.


    "What about the time and place?"


    "When I make a decision, I will be the first to notify you!"


    "All right!"


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    Sent Jeff Bezos away and stayed at home for a week after Christmas. Guo Shouyun began to prepare for another long trip of his own.


    At the Modu International Airport, after nearly a year, Guo Shouyun came here again.


    "boss!"


    Looking at the female bodyguard walking in front of him, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Are they all at home?"


    "Mrs. Ji Hong went to the company, and Mrs. Ji Zheng was resting at home."


    "Company? It''s only a month away from the due date. Why does she still go to the company?"


    "I stopped it, but Mrs. Ji Hong''s character is too stubborn...!" The female bodyguard said with a look of embarrassment.


    Over the past year, Guo Shouyun, who has come back many times and has a better understanding of Ji Hong''s character, waved his hand. Seeing this, the female bodyguard could not help but breathe a sigh of relief. She didn''t want to lose this easy, less dangerous job because of a little mistake.


    "Let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun got into the car, and the others followed him. Soon, a long motorcade joined the increasingly prosperous traffic flow in 2004.


    Guo Family Garden, the former Yan Family Garden. It was bought by him for another year, and after some renovations, it has become a secluded place in the hustle and bustle of the city center. The most important thing is that it is the largest among all the villas and manors in the city center.


    This top-level manor that money can''t buy is the place where Guo Shouyun placed Ji Hong and Ji Zheng''s sisters.


    This time, Guo Shouyun did not inform Ji Hong and Ji Zheng sisters, and naturally he was not greeted by them.


    "gentlemen!"


    After seeing him enter the door, the servants who saw him in the manor hurried over to greet him.


    After simply nodding, "Where''s your wife?"


    "Mrs. Ji Zheng is in the piano room, and Mrs. Ji Hong hasn''t come back since she went out."


    Guo Shouyun listened to the faint sound of the piano upstairs, waved his hand to let the servants leave, and handed the coat to Wang Jue to hang up.


    "You guys clean up your room."


    "Yes!"


    Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing looked at each other, then turned around and left. As Guo Shouyun''s personal assistants, they also have their own residence in this 5,000-square-meter manor.


    After the explanation was completed, Guo Shouyun did not let anyone follow him, and went to the piano room on the second floor by himself. After standing at the door and listening for a while, he gently opened the door.


    In a size of 50 square meters; pale yellow wallpaper, dark red wood-grained floor, combined with the winter sunshine, revealing a warm piano room, a beautiful woman wearing black leggings and a beige long skirt, long hair and a shawl, but a pot belly , facing the sun, playing the famous song "Dream Wedding" by the romantic pianist Richard Clayderman emotionally.


    Maybe because she was too involved, she didn''t notice the movement behind her.


    After waving to the maid standing next to him to be quiet, Guo Shouyun stood quietly at the door, looking at the slightly bloated but gentle and elegant figure until the end of the song.


    "Clap...!"


    Not hurried, but loud applause attracted Ji Zheng''s attention.


    "You came?"


    Turning his head and looking at the figure that he had not seen for a long time, Ji Zhengqiao''s face not only showed a strong color of joy.


    "Slow down, you are now bloated and inconvenient to move. You must be careful when you go out and in."


    Guo Shouyun stepped forward and half hugged the beautiful woman who was about to walk towards him.


    Feeling the deep concern revealed in his words, Ji Zhengqiao blushed slightly, with happiness in his expression, and nodded lightly.


    "Don''t worry, I''m fine!"


    "That doesn''t work either, you are my big baby!"


    Sweet talk seems to be something that a man is born to master. Guo Shouyun has never learned it, but now he speaks it eloquently. A little girl like Ji Zheng has been completely eaten by him. However, in contrast, this trick is not so good for Ji Hong. Perhaps it was because he had experienced and seen too many relationships with the dark side of society early in the morning. No matter how sweet the empty words were, Ji Hong would not even care about it, and would even despise and despise it. Only money and career can really impress her.


    Compared with her younger sister Ji Zheng, she is pure and kind, and values ??feelings; as her older sister, Ji Hong is calm and wise, and values ??the interests of her hands.


    From a man''s point of view, there is no doubt that Ji Zheng likes Guo Shouyun even more. But from the perspective of a person with decades of social experience, Ji Hong''s choice is undoubtedly more correct.


    But understanding is understanding, Guo Shouyun still prefers his cute and cute sister Ji Zheng. Of course, the cold and proud Ji Hong is another kind of enjoyment.


    "Come and see what present I brought you."


    Guo Shouyun took out a jewelry box from his pocket and handed it over.


    "What?" Ji Zheng took it curiously.


    "open to take a look!"


    "it''s beautiful!"


    Looking at the diamond earrings that appeared in the box after the box was opened, Ji Zheng was pleasantly surprised.


    "It was custom made from France last month with the finest pink diamonds with your name and birthday on it. . . . Like it?"


    "like!"


    Looking at the gorgeous diamond earrings in the box, Ji Zheng nodded vigorously.


    Women have never been immune to jewelry!


    "Such a big diamond must be expensive, right?"


    Although Ji Zheng doesn''t aspire to be a strong woman like her sister does, it doesn''t mean she doesn''t know anything.


    "No matter how expensive you are, it''s not as precious as you! Come on, I''ll take it for you."


    Knowing that the man beside him has an amazing net worth, Ji Zheng didn''t say anything more. After nodding, he obediently turned his face to the side.


    Ji Zheng''s earlobes are delicate, fair and small, accompanied by strands of blue silk and an elegant but refreshing body fragrance, which makes people feel the urge to kiss.


    Of course Guo Shouyun also had it, but he restrained it. Take it lightly and slow down, take out the two pink diamond earrings in the box, and put them on Ji Zheng carefully.


    "How about it?"


    Guo Shouyun took two steps back, looked at her expectant eyes, smiled and nodded affirmatively.


    "Baby, these pink diamond earrings are perfect for your skin tone. Bring them on and you''ll look a whole lot more beautiful!"


    "real?"


    "Of course! If you don''t believe me, see for yourself!"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the floor mirror next to him.


    In fact, without him saying it, Ji Zheng has long had the urge to appreciate it with his own eyes.


    Women love beauty, so Ji Zheng stood in front of the mirror and looked at it for more than ten minutes, and asked Guo Shouyun countless topics about beauty and beauty, and then it was over.


    "If I didn''t have a baby, I would be prettier than I am now."


    "Of course But if you wear it now, it will have more maternal brilliance."


    "Really?"


    "certainly!"


    While Guo Shouyun was chatting with Ji Zheng in his arms, Ji Hong came back.


    The sound of high heels behind him was loud and clear, causing Guo Shouyun and Ji Zheng to turn around at the same time.


    "Sister, you are back!"


    Seeing the person coming, Ji Zheng took the initiative to greet him with a smile on his face.


    "Um!"


    Seeing her sister, Ji Hong''s cold and pretty face showed a slight smile. He took his sister''s hand and stroked her hair. Of course, his eyes inevitably stopped for a moment on Ji Zheng''s pink earrings.


    "Sister, are you beautiful? Shouyun sent it."


    Looking at her happy sister, Ji Hong nodded, "It''s beautiful."


    "You are almost due to give birth, why are you still wearing high heels?" Guo Shouyun came over and frowned and blamed.


    "It''s just half-heeled, and it''s not too casual for me to go to work. By the way, where''s my gift?"


    Facing her words that obviously changed the subject, Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, but in the end he didn''t persuade him any further. After nearly a year of getting along, he knew the character of the woman in front of him very well. Compared with the cute and cute Ji Zheng, Ji Hong''s disposition is very stubborn. It''s really hard to imagine that they are identical twins, and their personalities, temperaments, and attitudes towards life are so different.


    Guo Shouyun took out another jewelry box from his pocket and handed it over.


    "Wow! So beautiful!"


    When Ji Hong opened it, Ji Zheng, who had seen the contents clearly, couldn''t help but shout with a bit of envy.


    After picking up the ruby-encrusted bracelet and looking at it for a moment, Ji Hong handed it back.


    "Will you bring it for me?"


    Seeing her softened eyes, Guo Shouyun nodded.


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    Chapter five hundred and ninety-two two pregnant women


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    After Ji Hong glanced at him, she took off her high heels and stood in front of the mirror with her bare feet. Guo Shouyun is not Lu Nanzi, so he naturally understands the meaning in her eyes. So he followed behind her.


    Looking at the beautiful woman with delicate facial features and outstanding temperament in the mirror, Guo Shouyun, who was slightly warm in her heart, subconsciously hugged the waist of the beautiful woman in front of him. It''s just that compared to the weak Qianqian before, Ji Hong, who is about to give birth now, has obviously distended a few times in her waist and abdomen. Fortunately, Guo Shouyun is tall enough and his arms are long enough to barely hug him.


    "Are you getting fatter?" Ji Hong''s tone softened a bit.


    "It''s not fat, it''s plump. Moreover, you are more approachable and maternal."


    "Did the old me make you feel alienated?"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun sighed inwardly, looking at the frowning brows of the beauty in the mirror. Women are inherently sensual and like to associate creatures, especially pregnant women.


    "Of course not. Before pregnancy, you are like the lotus mentioned in Zhou Dunyi''s "Love Lotus", ''you can see from a distance but not play with it''; that is a kind of temperament that ordinary women do not have, rather than simple and attractive A sense of alienation."


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the woman in the mirror with her face softened and the corners of her mouth slightly upturned. Making a pregnant woman happy is not an easy task. Not only a wealth of knowledge reserves, but also sufficient eloquence and language organization ability.


    "Shouyun, you said your sister so well, what about me?"


    Ji Zheng next to him came over.


    Women like to compare, even close sisters. Especially in the presence of loved ones, this emotion will be more intense.


    "You are just like the song written by Song Dynasty poet Wang Yi''s "Chen Yueguan Two Songs", ''Walking in the wind, consciously being smart; the girl is shy, and there are no worries in the years''. It''s so cute!"


    Saying that, Guo Shouyun tapped Ji Zhengying''s delicate white nose.


    "Mr. Guo is really a master of love. A few words will make the two beauties burst into ecstasy! No wonder they all gave up on you in less than a year."


    With an infinitely soft voice in the crisp, Guo Shouyun''s movements stopped subconsciously. However, after returning to normal quickly, he did not turn around, but continued to pull up Ji Hong''s black and bright shawl long hair, and tied a ruby ??necklace around her slender and fair neck.


    "How is it, does it look good?"


    "Um!"


    Looking at the ruby ??necklace on her chest, Ji Hong nodded gently with a faint smile on her face.


    Guo Shouyun lightly kissed her right cheek, smiled, and then let her show off.


    Turning around, Guo Shouyun said indifferently, "Why are you here?"


    Qiu Manyun wrapped her arms around her. Her movements made the huge double pills on her chest instantly plump. The deep career line broke through the tenacious buttons and appeared in front of Guo Shouyun. This seductive scene, combined with Qiu Manyun''s alluring face, and the soft and charming temperament revealed from his bones, even Guo Shouyun, who was used to seeing beauty, couldn''t help but take a breath.


    Noticing the expression of the man opposite, Qiu Manyun smiled. After learning through her own channels that this man came to the magic capital, she specially rushed over from home. Halfway through, I took off my bra and put on a white camisole. So far, this trick works well.


    "I''m here to talk to Ji Hong about some company matters, and I''ll take a look at Ji Zheng." After a pause, "Why did you come to the magic capital?"


    "This is my home, why can''t I come." Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "Home? Yes, you''re going to have your own child soon, isn''t this your home!" Qiu Manyun nodded, walked up to Guo Shouyun in an enchanting manner, stared into his eyes and said with a smile, "But you Don''t you think you come to your house less often? I''ll give you the math, it''s less than twice a month on average."


    "Before, I had too many things and was too busy, so I didn''t come here. This situation will change in the future."


    Guo Shouyun said this not as a temporary reassurance, but really intended to do so. With the production of Ji Hong and Ji Zheng, there are at least two children of their own here. Even if he doesn''t have deep feelings for Ji Hong and Ji Zheng, his feelings for the two children are the same as those of George and Elizabeth who are far away in the United States. They are all his own children, and he will treat them equally. Correspondingly, there will be more time to come to China in the future.


    "real?"


    Following Qiu Manyun''s question, Ji Hong and Ji Zheng''s attention was also fixed on them. Knowing that there will be no second man in their lives, they naturally hope to spend more time with Guo Shouyun.


    Facing the three pairs of six beautiful eyes, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "certainly!"


    "Great! Shouyun, I love you!"


    Ji Zheng, who has a cute personality and no scheming, ran over happily and threw himself into Guo Shouyun''s arms.


    "Be careful, don''t touch the child!"


    He quickly supported her and felt the trembling shoulders of the beautiful woman in his arms, as well as the undisguised emotional expression. Looking at Ji Hong with slightly red eyes next to him, Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart and felt a little guilty at the same time.


    From the point of view of couples or lovers, whether it is Wendy and Molly in the United States, or sisters Ji Hong and Ji Zheng who are around now, he is ashamed of each other. But human nature is selfish, even if it is guilt, he will not let these people who have made a mark on his life leave, and throw him into the arms of other men!


    At this moment, UU reading he finally understands the state of mind when Cao Cao said, "I would rather teach me to lose the world than to teach the world to lose me"!


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just then, there was a knock on the door.


    When Guo Shouyun turned his head to look, Matthew, who showed half of his body, said respectfully, "Boss, assistant Wang Jue just came over and said that dinner is ready."


    "Understood, I''ll go down immediately!"


    "Yes!"


    After responding, Matthew exited the room knowingly and closed the door.


    He helped Ji Zheng in his arms, wiped the tears from the corners of his eyes, "Okay, it''s getting late, let''s go down to eat!"


    "Wait a minute!"


    After stopping Guo Shouyun, Qiu Manyun asked, "Shouyun, how long will you stay here this time?"


    "What do you want to do?"


    "By the end of the year, the company''s performance will of course be reported to your big boss. Moreover, the things you gave last time are almost sold now."


    After listening, Guo Shouyun pondered for a while, "I will wait until the two of them give birth before leaving when I come to Modu, so you have enough time."


    "That''s good!" Qiu Manyun nodded and smiled charmingly, "Do you mind if I have dinner here tonight?"


    "If I say you mind, will you leave?"


    "of course not!"


    Every time he came to the magic capital before, Qiu Manyun would appear in the Guo Family Garden on time, and he never missed three meals a day. Only at night will I go back to another villa that is not more than one intersection from here. It was a place she bought on purpose, so that it was close enough to the Guo Family Manor for her to do things easily.


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    Five hundred and ninetieth chapters five women''s conflict


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    Glancing at the woman next to him, Guo Shouyun walked out of the room surrounded by Ji Hong and Ji Zheng. Although Qiu Manyun is ambitious and has no plans, having her here is also a disguised protection for Ji Hong and Ji Zheng. After all, although he has Chinese blood and ideas, from an objective point of view, he is still an American.


    "boss!"


    When they came to the restaurant, Wu Xiaojing came over and took off his jacket for Guo Shouyun naturally. She often does this kind of thing, so even in front of people, she doesn''t have much shyness and hesitation. However, in the eyes of outsiders, her actions seemed too intimate.


    Ji Hong and Ji Zheng didn''t say anything yet, but Qiu Manyun, who followed him, took a step forward and squeezed **** Wu Xiaojing''s towering chest.


    "ah��!"


    Sensitive parts were attacked, Wu Xiaojing cried out subconsciously.


    Seeing the anger on her face, Qiu Manyun smiled coldly, "Little hoof, what are you making a fuss about, you don''t even wear a bra? You''re too embarrassed to show off your size?"


    "you��!"


    Wu Xiaojing glared angrily. To be honest, although her **** are not as majestic as Qiu Manyun''s, they also have the scale of C, which is not too small for Chinese women.


    "Aren''t you also wearing no clothes yourself? And even if you have big breasts, you''re still not a man like us!" Wang Jue, who was originally directing the servants to set the tableware, came over and said.


    "That''s right!"


    Wu Xiaojing nodded immediately.


    They are not fools. They know that in this situation, as Guo Shouyun''s personal assistant, they can only cooperate to ensure that they will not be ignored and bullied.


    Sweeping across the faces of the two, Qiu Manyun suddenly smiled, "Hey, I haven''t even climbed into the bed yet, and I''ve already learned to share the enemy, I really don''t know...!"


    "Okay, shut up!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted.


    In his last life, he had been immersed in so many palace fighting dramas, and now he finally experienced the disadvantages of having many women around him. Although he didn''t put Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing under him, they had followed him for a long time and knew a lot of their own secrets, so naturally they couldn''t be treated like ordinary secretaries. Although their status in his heart was not as good as Ji Zheng and Ji Hong, they were higher than Qiu Manyun.


    "I want to eat quietly, and I don''t want to see you quarreling. If you want to quarrel with you, don''t stay at my house!"


    "I''m not in the mood to quarrel with them."


    When the words fell, Qiu Manyun turned around and helped Ji Hong to the table next to him and sat down. Guo Shouyun supported Ji Zheng and sat beside Ji Hong. Of course, he sat at the head of the long table.


    While he was doing it, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing also made it to the right of the dining table. Whether it was intentional or not, they met Ji Hong, Ji Zheng and Qiu Manyun. Five people with ten eyes, staring at each other, made Guo Shouyun have a headache. Especially after seeing that Ji Zheng, who was originally cute and cute, also joined the ''battle situation'', he had to sigh that in some things, women are born.


    "When will employees be able to eat at the same table with the boss?" Qiu Manyun said.


    "The boss is sympathetic to us. Whether it''s on a business trip or at home, we all eat together." After a pause, Wu Xiaojing turned her head, "Matthew, why don''t you come over after dinner? Usually, aren''t you the most active? ?"


    Standing next to him, Matthew, who was somewhat suspicious of watching the fun, saw the flames of war on him, especially after facing Wushuang''s fiercely confrontational eyes, his heart trembled and he quickly waved his hand.


    "No, no. I ate too much in the morning and I''m not hungry now!"


    He is not a fool, adding it at this time is like putting eye drops on the three women opposite. Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing don''t have to care, because they will have the opportunity to ''regularize'' in the future, but he is different.


    "Speak less, eat!"


    After stopping the fiery confrontation of the five women, Guo Shouyun also secretly decided. In the future, when he really intends to try new things, he must not procrastinate, let alone keep seeds, otherwise, when there are too many women, his ears may not be at peace.


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s face sinking, the five women finally settled down. However, the atmosphere at the dinner table at the back was extremely strange. After a delicious meal with all the colors and flavors, Guo Shouyun had no taste at all. However, based on his food intake, he was still the last to eat on the entire table.


    "You still go to the company this afternoon?"


    "I originally planned to go, but since you''re here, I want to talk to you about something." After Qiu Manyun finished speaking, he glanced at Ji Hong, "Also, Honghong has been working as an intern at Huating Hotel this year, and she has performed very well. Not bad. I think it''s about time you fulfilled your promise too."


    Huating Hotel is one of the earliest five-star hotels in the business district of Xuhui District, Magic Capital. With the energies of Qiu Manyun and Guo Shouyun, Ji Hong could easily have an internship at every position. Even the store manager.


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "I made an appointment for something else this afternoon, and I''ll talk about this later in the evening."


    "Just don''t forget!"


    Qiu Manyun nodded and said.


    After answering Guo Shouyun turned his head, "You two, go and touch up your makeup, and we''ll set off after a brief tidy up."


    "Yes, boss!"


    After Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing turned and left, Guo Shouyun got up and walked to Ji Hong and Ji Zheng''s side, "Let''s go, I''ll help you go upstairs to rest."


    "But I want to go out for a walk!" Ji Zheng said.


    "This..., can I stay with you tonight?"


    After hearing his words just now, Ji Zheng didn''t change his temper. After nodding obediently, "Shouyun, are those two older sisters your lover too?"


    "No, they''re just my assistants, don''t worry about it!" Guo Shouyun smiled and tapped the tip of her fair and upturned nose.


    "Not now, but later!"


    With a cold voice, Guo Shouyun didn''t need to look to know who said it.


    "But you are enough to make me worry, I don''t have the heart to provoke others."


    After getting along for a long time, they naturally have feelings; not to mention that they are still pregnant with their own children. So even if they were a little unhappy, Guo Shouyun would coax them.


    "Men are all animals who think about the lower body. When they see something beautiful, they want to go up. Do you dare to say that you are not?"


    Qiu Manyun suddenly said.


    After looking at her, "If it''s really what you said, shouldn''t I have carried you to bed long ago?"


    "You''re a thief but not a thief!"


    "Boss, we''re done."


    At this moment, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing, who had finished their makeup and cleaned up, came over.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Honghong, Xiao Zheng, you all have a good rest at home. I''ll be back soon after I''m done with my work here."


    "Well, you have to go home early." Ji Zheng nodded gently.


    "Understood, don''t worry."


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    Chapter 594 Universal Real Estate


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    Compared with Ji Zheng, the calm and reserved Ji Hong obviously wouldn''t say that, but her eyes and slightly parted lips made Guo Shouyun feel quite comforted.


    After nodding at her, Guo Shouyun glanced at Qiu Manyun on the side, put on his jacket, turned around and walked outside the room.


    "Sister Yun, let''s not quarrel with those two sisters in front of him!"


    After Guo Shouyun left, Ji Zheng''s hesitant voice sounded.


    "What, are you distressed?"


    "No, I''m afraid he will get angry."


    Qiu Manyun touched Ji Zheng''s head and smiled, "Don''t worry, I understand him. Guo Shouyun wouldn''t be angry because of this, otherwise he wouldn''t be him." After a pause, "However, the two of you should take care of him. This guy is in jail. The two little hooves that saved him climbed onto his bed. Otherwise, they will compete with you in the future, don''t blame me for not reminding you now."


    "Sister Yun, how can a man like him be imprisoned by a few women? It''s better to hold on to the child in your womb instead of worrying about him."


    When the words fell, Ji Hong touched her bulging belly, and a hint of maternal brilliance appeared on her cold pretty face.


    "Honghong, you are still smart. As long as you hold the child in your hand, no matter how far the man runs, he will come back."


    Ji Hong smiled lightly and turned her eyes, "Sister Yun, it''s been a year. How about you, are you still ready?"


    The smile on Qiu Manyun''s face froze, but it quickly recovered. Su raised her hands lightly and pulled the few strands of black hair on her temples behind her head, "I''m not in a hurry, and now he''s a little short of my requirements. ... Okay, you two take a rest first, I''ll go back to the company Sort out the information and use it when negotiating with that guy at night. In addition, Hong Hong. For the future of the child in your belly, you should think carefully about the conditions at night. Remember that you have the right to not use it, but it will expire and be invalid!"


    "I know!" Ji Hong nodded.


    He glanced at her, raised his hand to touch Ji Zheng''s pretty face, and then Qiu Manyun turned and left.


    Watching her back gradually fade away, Ji Hong''s eyes showed a touch of complexity!


    "elder sister��!"


    "Huh?" Looking at her sister''s tensed face and the determined look in her eyes, Ji Hong asked in surprise, "What''s wrong?"


    "After giving birth, I also want to learn to manage the company with you!"


    "Why? Don''t you like this?"


    Ji Zheng lowered his head and said dully: "I have read a lot of books that say: ''The one who shows people with color will not last long''; so I don''t want to wait for him to abandon me when I am old. I want to have my own A career, even without him in the future, I can enjoy a prosperous life and leave a rich family for my children. Let them not fall into our current situation. "


    "Little Zheng!"


    Seeing her younger sister who was obviously more mature and stable, Ji Hong hugged her with a hint of excitement and distress in her tone.


    She thought her sister would be a child who would never grow up. But looking at it now, it is impossible for any person with a normal IQ to really understand everything forever. With the increase of age and rich experience, the whole person will become more and more mature. She is like this, and Ji Zheng, who is her sister, will do the same.


    "We will work together in the future!"


    "Um!"


    Ji Zheng, who was lying in his sister''s arms, nodded vigorously.


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    Guo Shouyun didn''t know what happened after he left at home. This afternoon he was going to meet with Tang Wenfang, CEO of Universal Real Estate Company.


    Modu Guangwen Building, the office area of ??Global Real Estate Modu Branch.


    Knowing that Guo Shouyun didn''t like the high-profile welcome ceremony, Tang Wenfang just brought his assistant, the general manager of the Magic Capital Branch and several other high-level executives to greet him outside the door.


    "boss!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun getting out of the car, Tang Wenfang quickly brought his subordinates to greet him.


    Holding the right hand that she took the initiative to stretch out, "Mr. Tang, I haven''t seen you for a long time, your style is even more prosperous in the past!"


    "Thanks to the boss''s blessing, the development of Global Real Estate is in good condition, and I, the manager, will naturally follow suit."


    "Don''t be so polite. The good development of the company is due to you, and it has nothing to do with me. ... Who is this?"


    "Introduction to you, this is Xu Shaoyuan, general manager of our company''s Magic Capital Branch."


    "Chairman, hello! I''m Xu Shaoyuan."


    "Hello!"��


    Under the introduction of Tang Wenfang, after Guo Shouyun had a brief acquaintance with the senior management of the Magic Capital Branch of Global Real Estate, a group of people surrounded him and came to the company. Walking through the office area, Guo Shouyun sat in the general manager''s office amid the curious eyes.


    Xu Shaoyuan, who should be regarded as the landlord, hurriedly served the tea that had been prepared. Guo Shouyun took a brief sip before entering the topic.


    "I also drank the tea. Mr. Tang, please introduce the company''s development in 2003."


    "Yes!"


    "With the strong support of the boss, the four businesses of Global Real Estate have achieved leapfrog development. As of the end of 2003, the company has 57,600 commercial housing units with a property area of ??6.47 million square meters; 7 commercial housing buildings~www.novelhall .com~ The total property area is 1.13 million square meters. 27 properties are under management; 7 real estate projects are jointly developed. 68.4% of the properties are located in Hong Kong, and the rest are located in the four first-tier cities of North China, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen.��


    "...Throughout 2003, the company achieved a total revenue of 595 million Chinese dollars and a net profit of 45 million Chinese dollars; of which the housing agency and leasing revenue was 294 million Chinese dollars; commercial asset leasing was 123 million Chinese dollars; property management income was 4.75 million Chinese dollars The company has 31.2 billion Chinese yuan in fixed assets, a year-on-year increase of 32% compared with the beginning of 2003. The total debt is 11.78 billion Chinese yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 14% compared with the beginning of 2003.��


    Huaxia''s real estate prices have been rising continuously. So far, Guo Shouyun''s investment of US$2 billion in Huaxia Real Estate has increased by 32%, or US$640 million. This figure far exceeds the total annual income of the four main businesses of Global Real Estate.


    Of course, this is also where Guo Shouyun really values ??Huaxia Real Estate. The appreciation of fixed assets is the most profitable place for real estate investment. There are so many companies in later generations, even the military, steel, chemical and other companies that can''t even beat the poles can''t help but join in and get a piece of the pie, knowing how attractive the profits are.


    However, the temptation is tempting, and the rapid rise in real estate prices has exceeded the current per capita income level too much. Therefore, the country''s first round of real estate price regulation will soon come. Many real estate companies closed down due to insufficient preparation, and many real estate companies took advantage of the situation to rise. Guo Shouyun came to Huaxia this time, a large part of the reason was for this opportunity.


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    "Boss, this is the detailed operating information of Universal Real Estate this year."


    After Tang Wenfang finished speaking, she put the materials prepared by herself in front of Guo Shouyun. After a brief glance, he nodded.


    "You did a great job."


    "It is also thanks to the financial support of the boss and the correct strategic development decisions you have made for Universal Properties."


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "It should be your credit that is your credit, don''t compliment me deliberately."


    He had already passed the stage where he was in a good mood after a few good words. Now, only real interests can really impress him.


    "Yes!"


    "What are your plans for Universal Properties'' development this year?"


    Tang Wenfang organized the language, "I hope to slow down the company''s pace in commercial housing properties and real estate investment."


    "Oh? Why?" Guo Shouyun smiled slightly.


    "At present, China''s real estate market has been overheated from a macro perspective. Especially in the southeast coastal cities, housing prices have been rising, which has exceeded the city''s per capita company by two to three times. As a result, a large number of people cannot afford to buy a house, which has a direct impact on The improvement of the housing conditions of urban households has affected financial security and social stability, public grievances have become boiling, and housing prices that have risen too fast have become a target of thousands of people. Moreover, the overheating of real estate directly drives the prices of production materials to rise sharply, causing macroeconomic problems. level of economic overheating."


    "In addition, there are rumors that the central government is already discussing policies to curb housing prices, and it is likely that measures will be introduced in terms of financial loans and land management. Although these news have not been confirmed yet, the intensifying housing price contradiction in China is indeed a fact. According to the past Huaxia''s handling of various hot events related to society and people''s livelihood and administrative intervention in the real estate market are also a matter of time."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. It should be said that Tang Wenfang''s sense of smell is very sensitive, and the speculation is completely correct. According to the memory of his last life, in a few months, the state will officially issue policies to control the amount of currency issuance and loan scale, strictly enforce land policies, prohibit the unauthorized occupation of arable land, and clean up and rectify projects under construction and construction. A combination of punches caused the first crisis of Huaxia real estate companies, and many real estate companies that relied on loans to acquire land and build houses went bankrupt. One of the most famous is Sun Hongbin''s Shun Chi.


    You know, if it weren''t for this crisis, Shunchi might have surpassed Wang Shi''s Vanke and became the No. 1 real estate company in China at that time. But the day does not leave the year, and his luck is too bad.


    In addition, as the backbone of the national economy, real estate has developed slowly, which has also caused a large number of raw material enterprises to go into a downturn and even go bankrupt. One of the most representative is the iron book of Dai Guofang. A large private steel group that was supposed to have a production capacity of more than 8.4 million tons, comparable to Baosteel, disappeared like a shooting star.


    Tieben''s death has left a question no one can answer to the Chinese private sector: what is politics?


    However, Guo Shouyun has his own views on this. The demise of the first private steel giant represents that at the end of the 20th century, the end of the ''grassy era'' of the private economy. There are fewer and fewer entrepreneurs who rise up through policies. , Ma Huateng, Robin Li represented by highly educated, high-tech third-generation entrepreneurs began to become the new representatives of China''s economic circles.


    "Your analysis is indeed very predictable, and I agree. But do you think China''s real estate market will plummet?"


    Tang Wenfang pondered for a moment, then shook his head.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Why?"


    "The development of the country''s economy will lead to a continuous increase in the urbanization rate. The world economy is developing well at present. Although China has experienced economic overheating, there is no sign of an economic crisis, and there is no possibility of economic regression. Therefore, the urbanization rate will continue. At present, the urbanization rate of Huaxia in 2003 is only 40.53%, which is still nearly half of the urbanization rate of 80% in developed countries.��


    ����How long it will take for this half to catch up is not to mention. But at least until the urbanization rate of China does not stagnate, the development of the real estate market will not stop. However, even if it continues to develop, it will not last forever. It''s smooth sailing, and it''s normal to have a few dips in the middle."


    "Like now?" Guo Shouyun interjected.


    "good."


    "Your countermeasure is just what you said before, suspending the scale of commercial housing and real estate investment?"


    "This is only the first step. This policy adjustment will undoubtedly be a heavy blow to those real estate companies with tight capital chains. At the same time, housing prices will also decline to a certain extent. We can reserve valuable cash flow and take advantage of this opportunity. Buy on dips.��


    Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, then smiled and nodded.


    "You have considered it very comprehensively, and it seems that I don''t need to say more."


    "You flatter me!"


    "Don''t be too arrogant. But I want to remind you, don''t expect China''s housing prices to fall too much. So, you can temporarily slow down or even stop investing in real estate construction. But there is no need to stop investment in commercial housing."


    From 2000 to 2019 before Guo Shouyun crossed over, Huaxia real estate experienced four or five ups and downs, but no matter how the state controls it, the house prices that have risen have never fallen by more than 10%. In addition, houses in good locations such as school district housing, CBD, and downtown are hardly falling.


    Therefore, for Global Real Estate, which mainly invests in commercial real estate in excellent locations such as downtown and school district housing, there is absolutely no need to stop the acquisition. Of course, it doesn''t matter if you stop. After all, when a crisis comes, its price will not rise. Moreover, there are few competitors, and you can make a little bit cheaper. Earning some money from a house is also a very objective income for Universal Real Estate.


    "I see!"


    Although Tang Wenfang had objections in her heart, seeing Guo Shouyun''s expression, she nodded and said nothing more. Because in the more than one year of contact, countless facts have proved the correctness of Guo Shouyun''s decision.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, he waved to Wang Jue on the side.


    "boss!"


    "Has anyone arrived?"


    "It''s already here. Xiaojing has arranged it in the conference room outside." Wang Jue replied.


    "Let him in."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Yes!"


    Not long after she turned around and went out, Xing Zhiping in a black suit pushed open the door and walked in.


    Seeing him, Tang Wenfang''s eyes instantly changed subtly. Of course, Xing Zhiping also had a similar performance, but he was prepared in his heart, so he was not noticed.


    "boss!"


    "Sit down!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    After he sat down, Guo Shouyun quickly swept his eyes across the faces of the two of them, and said with a smile, "I think you both know each other, so I won''t introduce more. ... Lao Xing, did I ask you to bring something?"


    "Bring it!"


    With that said, Xing Zhiping opened his briefcase, took out a thick document and put it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    After he opened it and flipped through it briefly, "I''ll take the information back and look at it again. You can briefly talk about it first."


    "Yes!" After Xing Zhiping organized the language, "Global Fund currently has 5 projects in Beijing, namely Zhongyu Building, Dongzhimen Donghua Plaza (Guosheng Center), Chang''an Avenue Haitian Plaza (Guangyao Oriental Plaza), Silver Plaza Capital Center (Fenglan International Center), Gongzhufen Commercial Building (Guohai Plaza). At present, Zhongyu Building has been renovated. As the company''s first commercial office building with complete property rights, it has a usable area of ??58,000 square meters. It has been renamed Universal Building, and in addition to some companies'' own use, foreign investment has been launched."


    "Donghua Plaza and Haitian Plaza have been under construction for half a year, but it will still take one to two years before the actual completion."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, he was not surprised, compared to the Zhongyu Building, which is only 58,000 square meters. The total construction area of ??Donghua Plaza is an astonishing 510,000 square meters. In addition to the large shopping center, there are also twin-tower office buildings, hotels and apartments.


    Although Haitian Plaza is not as big as Donghua Plaza, its construction area is also 200,000 square meters. But it is better than Donghua Plaza, when the Global Fund bought it Haitian Plaza was nearly completed. However, because of its outdated appearance and internal design in the eyes of Guo Shouyun, it had to be redesigned and rectified, which delayed its completion time.


    "�� Yindu Center has been under construction for a month, and there is still half a year to a year before completion. Gongzhufen Commercial Building has just completed the cutting of property rights and equity, and will officially start after the Spring Festival."


    "...Currently, Global Fund has total assets of 9.35 billion Chinese dollars and total liabilities of 3.573 billion Chinese dollars; in 2003, the total revenue was 1.24 billion Chinese dollars and the net profit was 12.03 million Chinese dollars."


    Glancing at Xing Zhiping, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly. He understands that the so-called revenue of the Global Fund is mostly derived from the appreciation of fixed assets obtained by the company after the rise in real estate prices. Otherwise, under the circumstance that the investment of the Global Fund is far greater than the income this year, the net profit will not be 12.03 million Chinese currency, but a negative number.


    However, to understand is to understand. He also did not guard the crowd to point out. After all, it''s everyone who wants to have a face.


    "Well done! But I remember that in the list you gave me at the beginning, there were more than ten renovation projects of unfinished buildings. Apart from the five we bought, how about the rest?"


    "Jinfei International Apartment was bought by Bogong Construction Group. Guanghua Road Minyuan Building, I''m going to give up."


    "Oh why?"


    "The steel bars of Minyuan Building are not up to standard. Unless it is completely rebuilt, there is a risk of collapse. If it is only reinforced, the maintenance cost will be higher in the later period. With the same investment, we can definitely find better investment targets. ... Except For these two projects, the remaining 7 businesses have not yet appeared to have the strength to compete with us."


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    "Although there are still 7 projects, the foundation of the Global Fund is weak now, and the experience in the renovation of unfinished buildings is not yet rich, so don''t be greedy. It''s good to work steadily, and when the 4 projects in hand are almost done, thinking about them."


    "Yes!"


    Xing Zhiping nodded respectfully.


    "Haven''t you been running the project of the World Style Park? How is it now?"


    The World Style Garden is also known as the ''Yuquan Ruins''. Covering an area of ??680 acres, it was called the largest man-made landscape in Beijing in the last century because of the investment scale of 300 million. It is a pity that the power and money transaction behind it made this half-built project die directly. Until now, it is the second largest ruin in the capital except the Wadland Amusement Park, known as the ''ghost town''.


    "We have already bought the property right to use this land. The plan for redevelopment has also been submitted to the governments of Feng-Taiwan and Jingcheng. The Feng-Tai District government has agreed to start construction, but the Jingcheng government has been working on it until now. No news. You must know that their attitude towards us was very enthusiastic before, but now it has become very ambiguous!"


    After a pause, Xing Zhiping said solemnly, "Boss, the Huaxia real estate market is about to change."


    "Haha, Mr. Tang, it seems that you are not alone in the ''Spring River Plumbing Duck Prophet''!"


    Tang Wenfang smiled reservedly.


    Hearing this and seeing the expressions of the two, Xing Zhiping said in surprise, "What does the boss mean...?"


    "When I discussed with Mr. Tang before, she also predicted the upcoming changes in Huaxia Real Estate as you did. Therefore, I plan to suspend the investment scale of the real estate industry, and buy at bargain prices when the crisis reaches the bottom."


    "It turns out that Mr. Tang really is ''women don''t let men''s men''!"


    "Boss Xing is polite!"


    After greeting each other a few times, Xing Zhiping continued to turn his head and asked, "Boss, shall we continue the project of the World Style Garden?"


    "Pause for now and focus on the remaining four projects. As for Fengqingyuan, before the policy changes, with the scale of our project, I am afraid it will be difficult to approve it."


    The style of Huaxia''s officialdom is to seek no merit but no fault. When the country is preparing to step on the brakes on the real estate market, no one dares to commit crimes against the wind. In addition, the World Style Park project covers an area of ??680 mu, and it is a super high-rise commercial office building to be built, which is a super project that will surely shock the whole country and even the world once the construction starts. The approval process usually takes a long time, let alone at this sensitive time.


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes slowly swept across Xing Zhiping and Tang Wenfang, his deep eyes made them feel an unspeakable pressure.


    "Global Fund and Global Real Estate are also real estate companies with overlapping functions. I originally hoped that through a one-year investigation, I could choose a better candidate from among you and become a new real estate company after the merger of Global Fund and Global Real Estate. CEO."


    Hearing this, Xing Zhiping and Tang Wenfang became nervous involuntarily. No one can take it lightly when it comes to their own future.


    After pondering for a moment and observing the expressions of the two, Guo Shouyun smiled slightly.


    "However, the two of you have performed very well for one year, which makes it a little difficult for me to decide." After a pause, "Well, I will give you another year. Based on your performance in two years, I will decide who is the winner. The most suitable CEO for a new company.��


    After the two breathed a sigh of relief, Guo Shouyun continued: "However, in order to avoid infighting between you two for the sake of competition, I have decided to delineate a clear business scope for your two companies. First of all, Global Fund is not allowed to engage in commercial real estate intermediaries and real estate investment. ; The business is mainly commercial real estate investment such as large and super large commercial real estate, tourism real estate. Correspondingly, Universal Real Estate is not allowed to enter the commercial real estate field.��


    "Boss, what about the commercial real estate property rights we hold now?" Tang Wenfang asked.


    "Commercial real estate not exceeding 1,000 square meters is reserved, and those that exceed it are sold."


    "You mean, we can get into small commercial real estate."


    "That''s right!"


    "Boss, can we enter the industrial real estate field?"


    "Yes, but only for logistics real estate!"


    After making a clear definition of the business scope of the two companies, talking about the future development trend of Huaxia real estate industry, and the countermeasures of Global Fund and Global Real Estate, Guo Shouyun separated from them.


    "Boss, is the one-year inspection period redundant? Based on the operational capabilities of Xing Zhiping and Tang Wenfang and their one-year performance, it is obvious that President Tang is more suitable to be the CEO of the new company."


    On the way back, Wang Jue said.


    "Why do you think Tang Wenfang is more suitable?"


    "Mr. Tang has worked in the real estate industry for many years and has rich experience. And in the past year, Global Real Estate has always maintained a healthy development, and its finances are also very healthy. In contrast, Global Fund is a little worse. Although there is a cycle of commercial real estate. Including sexual factors, but the situation of debt operation has not improved. Comprehensive evaluation, Xing is still a little worse. "


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Xiaojing, what do you think?"


    Facing the question, Wu Xiaojing''s eyes flashed.


    "I also think Mr. Tang is more suitable to be the CEO of the new company."


    "When did the two of you agree so much!" Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    Wu Xiaojing and Wang Jue looked at each other and understood each other''s thoughts. If it were before today, they would definitely have a different opinion in order to leave a different impression on the man in front of them. But now facing the oppression of Ji''s sisters and Qiu Manyun, they must maintain a tacit understanding and deal with the ''enemy'' by combining the capabilities of both sides.


    Seeing that they didn''t speak, Guo Shouyun didn''t think much about it.


    "Tang Wenfang is indeed more suitable as the CEO of a new company. However, real estate and commercial real estate are two completely different concepts. The markets on both sides are also broad enough to accommodate several hundreds of billions of companies easily. Therefore, Global Fund and Global Real Estate are in Both areas are developing well on their own.��


    "Boss... don''t plan to merge the two parties?" Wang Jue asked in surprise.


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly and nodded.


    The decision to integrate the two sides was based on his investment strategy for Huaxia. In the beginning, whether it was Tencent, NetEase, Universal or Jianlibao, what he planned was to invest to make money, not to involve their management and operation. But with the birth of the child in Ji Hong and Ji Zheng''s womb soon. Guo Shouyun had to revise his investment strategy.


    Considering the inheritance of the Guo family in the future, he had planned to leave all his property to the Guo family in the United States and had to change.


    As a father, facing his children, it is impossible for him to favor one over another. Therefore, Guo Shouyun plans to leave the assets of the European and American departments to the Guo family in the United States; leave the assets of the Huaxia department to the Huaxia Guo family; divide his assets into two!


    Out of this consideration, China AMC''s asset development plan, which is based on "return on investment", must be changed. When it comes to business, you must also intervene decisively. Global Fund and Global Real Estate are just the beginning, and the next series of plans will revolve around new investment strategies.


    "why?"


    Glancing at Wu Xiaojing, "You will find out later."


    Although Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing are close, there are some things they can''t let them know.


    Seeing him like this, Wu Xiaojing didn''t ask again.


    The car kept moving forward, and soon returned to the Guo Family Manor. There was nothing unexpected about dinner, and Qiu Manyun was still there. It''s just that dinner is much quieter than the open and secret fight between the five women at noon.


    After dinner, Guo Shouyun followed Ji Hong and Qiu Manyun to the study.


    "Okay, let''s take out the operating data of Jinyuan Jewelry and Garbo Clothing in 2003!"


    When it came to the business, Qiu Manyun didn''t hesitate, and handed over the documents prepared in the afternoon.


    "In 2003, Jinyuan Jewelry branches reached 172, with a total sales of 723 million Chinese dollars, a net profit of 92.34 million Chinese dollars, and a debt of 131 million Chinese dollars."


    "...In 2003, there were 37 Jiabao clothing stores, focusing on mid-to-high-end stores according to your requirements. The stores are mainly located in first- and second-tier cities. The total annual sales volume was 118 million Chinese dollars, and the net profit was 18.21 million Chinese dollars This is probably the case, and you can look at the information on hand for more details.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, looked at the information in his hand, flipped through it briefly, and put it down.


    "I will find time to look at the information. I promise to send you the jewelry raw materials as soon as possible."


    "This is the end?"


    "Is there anything else?"


    Qiu Manyun rolled his eyes, "The reason why I prepared the materials for you to see is that I hope you can give reasonable suggestions and opinions on the current situation of Jinyuan Jewelry and Garbo Clothing. As a result, you don''t say anything now, you Do you think I''ll be satisfied?"


    "I once said that we are just a cooperative relationship. Jinyuan Jewelry and Garbo Clothing are both your companies. I will not interfere with how you operate. As for your opinions and suggestions. Remember that we are still in Yulin Island. I''ve told you about it since then. But it''s up to you how to execute it."


    "You did say that, but any decision has to change over time. Now, a year has passed, whether some things have to change."


    "To a certain extent, what you said is true. However, there is no need to change the development strategy of Jinyuan Jewelry and Garbo Clothing."


    After staring at Guo Shouyun for a moment, Qiu Manyun nodded.


    "Seeing that your strategy has helped Jinyuan Jewelry and Garbo Clothing develop well, I believe it. But when will the next batch of jewelry raw materials you promised me arrive?"


    "Simple, if you need it, after three days, things will be in front of you."


    "real?


    "certainly!"


    "That''s great, I''ll be waiting to see something in three days!"


    "Good to say."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


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 Chapter 597： Peninsula Hotel

    Chapter 597 The Peninsula Hotel


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    Qiu Manyun rolled his eyes and said with a sweet smile: "Last time you only gave 80 million US dollars of goods. Now that the size of Jinyuan Jewelry''s branches has doubled, can the number of goods be doubled?"


    "How much do you want?"


    "$200 million in jewelry raw materials!"


    After Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, he looked at the expectant expression on her face and nodded.


    "I can give you things, but the old rule is 70% of the market price. However, you have to pay a 10% deposit first!"


    "Deposit? Why did you suddenly increase the deposit this time?"


    Looking at the woman in front of him, Guo Shouyun said indifferently, "You know the reason for yourself."


    Qiu Manyun''s expression froze, but he recovered quickly. In a charming and sultry tone: "Didn''t they tell you? The company''s expansion was too fast and funds were tight, so the final payment was delayed for a few days."


    "How many days? That''s a month for you!"


    "Oh, with the friendship between us, a month is not a long time."


    "You are very willing to go down the steps for yourself. However, I have always been clear about public and private. If you don''t pay the deposit this time, I will not deliver the goods." Guo Shouyun said firmly.


    This woman, Qiu Manyun, is too ambitious and has a deep sense of government, and will do anything to achieve her goals. He wouldn''t mind hitting her if he had the chance.


    "Are you serious?"


    "certainly!"


    Looking at his unflappable eyes, after the two looked at each other for a while, Qiu Manyun spread his hands and lay lazily on the sofa with his straight beautiful back, the huge twin peaks on his chest became even more stalwart because of the curled relationship. , The already tight shirt is at risk of cracking. Through the gap, you can vaguely see the snowy white skin inside, which is fascinating. However, Guo Shouyun was unmoved by the fragrant scene that was enough to make the man breathe faster.


    Qiu Manyun''s eyes flashed, and a look of grievance appeared on his pretty face.


    "Okay. Who let you control the channel, it''s up to you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, his eyes turned to Ji Hong who had been sitting quietly beside him, and his expression softened.


    "Ji Hong, I have seen your performance this year. You are indeed very talented in business management. So I will keep my promise. Come on, what are you going to do?" After a pause, he went further He explained, "If you plan to start from scratch, I will prepare a sum of money for you, enough to set up a five-star hotel. If you have important goals, then I will buy it for you and give it to you to manage. Second choice One, you decide for yourself."


    Ji Hong nodded her head, the first self-made plan, which tested her ability even more, and was of course more tiring. The second one is much easier by comparison. The acquisition of a hotel is equivalent to having a mature foundation, and it will be easier to expand in the future.


    "Which option do you want me to choose?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said, looking at the water-cut eyes who were paying close attention to him, "I believe you are capable enough to start from scratch, but the first plan is too time-consuming and energy-consuming. You are about to give birth, and you will also need to take care of your children in the future. It takes a certain amount of time, so I think you choose the second option."


    Ji Hong nodded, she originally thought of the second plan.


    "To be a five-star hotel, goodwill and heritage are very important. So I hope to acquire a hotel with a certain operating time and influence."


    Guo Siyu nodded, "Listen to your tone, already have a goal?"


    "Yes! ... But if you buy it, I''m afraid it will be difficult."


    "Let''s talk about it first!" Guo Shouyun said unchanged.


    ��The Peninsula Hotel!��


    Ji Hong said in a solemn tone.


    The Peninsula Hotel is the oldest surviving hotel in Hong Kong and one of the most luxurious and famous hotels in Hong Kong and the world. The location is excellent, standing in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui on the Kowloon Peninsula, with breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour, surrounded by famous shopping, commercial and entertainment centers, and the starting point of Nathan Road, the longest and most important street in Kowloon.


    The Peninsula Hotel was selected as one of the top ten famous hotels in the world. Celebrities who have stayed here include former US President Richard Nixon, movie star Kyle Kibble, NBA star Michael Jordan, etc. The Queen of England also designated to stay there. The Peninsula Hotel''s Rolls-Royce fleet is the largest Rolls-Royce fleet in the world.


    As the most prestigious hotel in Hong Kong, the Peninsula Hotel now has branches in five cities around the world, New York, Chicago, Tokyo and Bangkok, and is world-famous for its concept of building only one top luxury hotel in each metropolis. It is honored as "Five-star Peninsula" by the international hotel industry.


    "The Peninsula Hotel?"


    Guo Shouyun frowned slightly.


    "Shouyun, with your economic strength, it should be easy to buy the Peninsula Hotel."


    Glancing at Qiu Manyun, who suddenly spoke up, Guo Shouyun said, "Money can''t solve all problems. Moreover, the strength of the Kadoorie family in Hong Kong should not be underestimated. Coupled with the lessons learned by Liu Ruanxiong and Luo Xurui, they want to rely on the Kadoorie family as a pillar. It was too difficult for the Peninsula Hotels Group to win.��


    "If it''s too difficult, I can choose other goals." Ji Hong hesitated.


    "It''s not your style to give up easily without trying!"


    Before Guo Shouyun spoke, Qiu Manyun had already said it first.


    Glancing at her, facing Ji Hong''s eyes, he smiled and said, "Don''t worry. I''ll ask someone to consult first. If it really doesn''t work, it''s not too late to change the target."


    "Um!"


    Ji Hong nodded slightly.


    Guo Shouyun turned his head, "Miss Qiu, the matter is over, it''s not early now, you should go back and rest early."


    "What? You can''t wait to drive me away?" Qiu Manyun said with an enchanting smile.


    "Are you still going to spend the night here?"


    "Of course. It''s not the first time this kind of thing has happened. Besides, in a manor as big as yours, it doesn''t matter if you have more than me."


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, glanced at Qiu Manyun who had no intention of leaving, and stood up.


    "If you want to stay, just stay, I''ll go see Xiao Zheng!"


    Watching him leave, Ji Hong said with a worried expression after the door closed, "Sister Yun, are the conditions I asked for the Peninsula Hotel too high? This is an asset of nearly 1.5 billion US dollars."


    "If you don''t want to be higher, how can you test your status in his heart? Besides, even if there is no Peninsula Hotel, you can still get a large amount of assets." In order to strengthen Ji Hong''s confidence, Qiu Manyun walked over to the hotel. Beside her, he took the initiative to hold her jade hand and said softly, "Honghong, imagine the child in your belly, he will definitely not be able to inherit any big company under that guy in the future. But as a mother, you have to fight for him a good future. The future of the Peninsula Hotel Group, or other more valuable hotels, is only the first part of this plan, if it is not a last resort, don��t take the initiative to back down.��


    "I see!"


    After hesitating for a moment, Ji Hong nodded.


    Seeing her like this, a smile appeared on Qiu Manyun''s face.


    "Bruce Guo, you are always giving me problems in jewelry trading. This time, I also used Ji Hong to make you bleed too, so you can feel uncomfortable by the way.  �� Hmph!"


    ��


    As Ji Hong''s belly got bigger and bigger, she also obeyed Guo Shouyun''s instructions and stayed at home with peace of mind to give birth. Seeing that the Spring Festival in 2004 is approaching, the due dates of the two sisters are also approaching.


    Guo Shouyun, who has become a father for the second time, is not as nervous as Molly Bevin''s last time, but he is still very nervous. And for their safety, they were placed in a pre-selected high-level maternity hospital two weeks before their due date.


    "how do you feel?"


    "The little guy is a little noisy!" Ji Zheng said happily while stroking his abdomen.


    Compared with her Ji Hong, she was much quieter, but when she was stroking her belly, her former high coldness was replaced by a gentle motherhood.


    "Shouyun, do you think the little guy in my stomach is a boy or a girl?" Ji Zheng asked.


    "I like boys and girls."


    In fact, with Guo Shouyun''s ability, he could easily know the gender of the children in Ji Hong and Ji Zheng''s wombs. But he didn''t particularly care about having boys and girls. As long as it is his own child, he likes it the same. So, don''t bother to ask these questions. It''s not too late to wait until it''s born.


    "But I like boys!"


    "why?"


    Guo Shouyun said and opened the food box he brought before, and took out the light and nutritious food suitable for pregnant women.


    "Don''t you think the tiger-headed little boy is cute?"


    "It''s very cute. But people say that the daughter is the father''s little jacket. So it''s not bad to have a girl. What do you think, Honghong?"


    Ji Hong, who was suddenly mentioned, was stunned for a moment, and then quickly said, "I like boys too."


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head, "You really are sisters. ... Come on, this is the meal I specially asked the chef to make for pregnant women. It''s light and delicious, and it''s very suitable for you to eat!"


    "Aren''t you going to eat?" Ji Zheng said.


    "I''ve already eaten it, it''s specially prepared for you."


    "boss��!"


    At this moment, Wang Jue pushed the door and walked in.


    "What''s up?"


    "Mr. Zhang''s phone number from Hanhua."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded clearly, he looked at Ji Hong and Ji Zheng who were eating, "You eat first, I''ll come when I go."


    After the two nodded, he took Wang Jue out of the room. When he came to the living room of the suite, he took Wang Jue''s cell phone over.


    "Hey, old Zhang!"


    "Boss, you''ve made my question clear!"


    "The Kadoorie family refused?"


    "Yes! And the tone is very firm, it seems that there is not much hope."


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, and the rejection of the Kadoorie family did not surprise him. If they were really willing to give up, they would have given it up to Liu Ruoxiong as early as the last century. However, this time Zhang Lei''s inquiry completely dispelled the last thoughts in his heart. With the Kadoorie family holding more than 58.82% of the absolute controlling stake in Peninsula Hotel, Guo Shouyun has no chance to make waves in the capital market at all.


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    Chapter five hundred and ninety-eight add two more treasures


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    "Old Zhang, if we start with the CLP Group, do you think the Kadoorie family will give in on the Peninsula Hotel under our pressure?"


    Zhang Lei understood the meaning of his words, and after a brief thought, he said: "As another pillar industry of the Kadoorie family, if we start from the capital market, CLP Group will indeed put some pressure on them. However, the Kadoorie family is in CLP owns more than 32% of the shares. In addition, they have been operating in Hong Kong for many years, and they have intertwined forces and deep connections. It is too difficult for us to quietly overwhelm them in equity, and it is almost impossible. "


    Guo Shouyun also knew that he took it for granted, but he promised Ji Hong, and if he gave up easily without taking action, he was a little unwilling.


    "boss��?"


    Wang Jue suddenly said.


    "What''s up?"


    "Actually, if you want to buy a five-star hotel with enough influence and popularity, you don''t necessarily have to buy the Peninsula Hotel."


    Guo Shouyun looked at her and said in surprise, "Oh? Do you have other better choices?"


    "You forgot, the last time you were in New York, Mr. Depp recommended the Plaza Hotel to you. It''s more famous and influential than the Peninsula Hotel."


    "Plaza Hotel?" Guo Shouyun''s eyes lit up, and he instantly remembered that night in Rose Castle, New York.


    "Crack...ah!"


    At this moment, in the ward inside, I suddenly remembered the sound of dishes falling to the ground. Immediately afterwards, the voice of the woman''s pain also came over.


    Guo Shouyun''s expression changed, and he didn''t care to say goodbye to Zhang Lei. He grabbed the phone and stepped forward to open the door.


    "Honghong, Xiao Zheng, what happened to you?"


    Looking at the two women who were pale, clutching their stomachs and looking ugly, Guo Shouyun hurried over.


    At this time, the nurses who were invited by Guo Shouyun to take care of them 24 hours a day were already busy.


    "Mr. Guo, the two ladies are going to give birth."


    "I''m going to give birth? Isn''t there a few days before the due date?" Guo Shouyun was taken aback.


    "The due date only provides an approximate delivery time, which is not completely accurate." After a pause, the nurse hurriedly said, "Please step aside, we are going to push the two mothers to the delivery room."


    "Oh, okay, okay!"


    After reacting, Guo Shouyun hurriedly stepped aside.


    "Shouyun, sister, I''m afraid!"


    When things came to an end, compared to the calm Ji Hong, there was already a cry in the simple-minded Ji Zheng''s tone.


    "Xiao Zheng, don''t be afraid. Big sister will always be with you."


    Guo Shouyun held Ji Zheng''s slender right hand, "Don''t worry, I will always wait for you outside the delivery room! It''s alright."


    "Mr. Guo, please stay outside!"


    When he came to the delivery room, the doctor stopped him.


    "boss!"


    Matthew also pulled a hand and brought back Guo Shouyun, who subconsciously wanted to follow up.


    Looking at the closed delivery room and the red light next to it, Guo Shouyun took a deep breath. The anxiety calmed down a little. But listening to Ji Zheng''s pained shouts and Ji Hong''s muffled groans from time to time, he still felt uneasy.


    But things went more smoothly than he expected. The two sisters went in within an hour before Ji Hong gave birth to a boy, while Ji Zheng gave birth to a girl.


    "Congratulations, Mr. Guo, the boy''s baby is 7 pounds and 3 taels, and the girl''s baby is 6 pounds and 5 taels. The children are very healthy."


    "Thank you, thank you so much! Matthew, where''s the red envelope?"


    Although this is his first time giving birth in Huaxia, the rules are to inquire in advance and prepare.


    "Boss, here it is!"


    Matthew took off the backpack on his body and opened it. There were piles of red packets inside. Judging from the bulging appearance, it was obviously a lot of money.


    "Just a little bit, please accept it."


    I took two red envelopes at random and handed them to the two doctors in front of them.


    Knowing that Guo Shouyun''s worth is extraordinary, the two were not polite.


    After explaining that Matthew distributed the remaining red envelopes to the rest of the nurses, he followed Ji Hong and Ji Zheng back to the ward. It didn''t take long, and the two babies who were clearly packaged were also sent back.


    Looking at the two lying side by side in the cradle, with their wrinkled faces, small facial features, and a little guy who is six or seven points similar to himself, Guo Shouyun''s face is full of smiles.


    "Shouyun, look they look exactly like you!" Ji Zheng looked at the child and then at his lover, his face full of joy and happiness.


    "Well! ... Honghong, Xiao Zheng, we have a child."


    Guo Shouyun nodded vigorously and said.


    "What are you going to name them?"


    Ji Hong asked.


    I don''t know if it was because of the birth of a child and the reason for becoming a mother. Now, she doesn''t feel as alienated as she used to be.


    "I''ve already thought about it. Their sister and brother are called Guo Ruiyun and Guo Ruigen, so they will be called Guo Ruiqi and Guo Ruiyu."


    "Ruiqi? Ruiyu?" Ji Zheng nodded after tasting it, "I like these two names."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and turned to look at Ji Hong. After realizing the question in his eyes, Ji Hong also nodded lightly, approving the two names.


    At this moment, the sound of hurried high-heeled shoes came from far to near, and soon the door was pushed open.


    "I just heard from the medical staff outside that you gave birth...!"


    Qiu Manyun walked in in a hurry.


    Seeing the two little guys lying between Ji Hong and Ji Zheng''s beds, holding their hands in front of their chests, full of food and drink, lying soundly asleep in the crib, they stayed for a while, and then exceeded Guo Shouyun''s expectations. This woman who has always been charming and daring, actually took the initiative to lighten her steps, and even walked to the crib with a little bit of tiptoe. After watching for a while, she asked, "Honghong, Xiao Zheng, this is your child. ?"


    "Yes, Miss Hong!"


    Ji Zheng nodded.


    "But aren''t children very cute? Why are their faces wrinkled and look like little old men?"


    "The child is just born, it will be fine in a few days." Guo Shouyun said.


    Qiu Manyun nodded, and after examining it for a moment, "By the way, did the child have a name?"


    "Take it. The boy''s name is Guo Ruiqi, the girl''s name is Guo Ruiyu, and Shouyun will take it." Ji Zheng said.


    "Guo Ruiqi? Guo Ruiyu?" After a moment of savoring, Qiu Manyun turned his head, "You have a conscience!"


    "It''s all my children, I never thought about favoring one over the other."


    "Really? Then your family property is also left to them?"


    This sentence made the eyes of the three women in the room all focus.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "I said that I will not favor one over the other, so I will naturally have them in my future industry. But the premise is that they must be good enough, otherwise I will not let them lose the family business that I have worked so hard to create! "


    "Whether the child is good or not, it depends on how well you are trained as a father?" Qiu Manyun said.


    "I will give them the best educational conditions, and the most rigorous way of education."


    "I believe they will become talents." Qiu Manyun said.


    "That''s the best way." Guo Shouyun nodded, and glanced at the woman in the room confidently, "I''m not afraid that there will be no industry to share with them, but I''m afraid that these children don''t have enough talent to satisfy me."


    "It''s simple, just let Ji Hong and Ji Zheng have a few more children. With a wide range of choices, the chances of producing talents are also greater. Also, you are not afraid of being unable to support them." Qiu Manyun said with a smile.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said nothing more.


    Looking at the happy atmosphere in the room, Wu Xiaojing said softly, "Why did you mention the Plaza Hotel just now? You know its value! Moreover, if we want to climb into the boss''s bed, those two inside are our opponents. Enemy."


    "I''m just testing the scale in the boss''s heart. If he is willing to buy the billion-dollar New York Plaza Hotel and hand it over to Ji Hong to take care of it, it means that he is a man who values ??love and justice, and has a big heart, worthy of us. Be his lover. If he can''t do it, why should we offer our own pillow seats?"


    "I know you don''t take the chance. But do you think he will agree?"


    "meeting!"


    "why?"


    "The boss''s previous performances have revealed his qualities."


    "If that''s the case, what are you trying to do?"


    "People are always apprehensive before making major decisions. I want to use more reference conditions to convince myself."


    Glancing at her, Wu Xiaojing smiled lightly, "Actually, if you are worried, you don''t need to take this shortcut."


    "Don''t talk about me, if you could accept it safely, wouldn''t you have climbed into the boss''s bed already!"


    "Looks like we are one kind of people!"


    After the two looked at each other, they smiled at each other and said nothing.


    Although they have the same purpose, under pressure from the outside world, they gradually begin to let go of their conflicts and unite with each other.


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    Three days after Ji Hong and Ji Zheng gave birth in the hospital, they returned to Guo''s Manor to start confinement. Guo Shouyun, who enjoys the feeling of being a father again, spends a quarter of the day with the two little guys. Even if he cried occasionally, he felt it was a kind of enjoyment. Of course, all of this is based on having enough confinement maids and waiters to share the pressure of taking care of the two children. Otherwise, like an ordinary family, taking care of the children day and night, he probably wouldn''t enjoy it so much.


    In addition to taking care of the children, he accompanies Ji Hong and Ji Zheng in confinement. He is also busy with the hotel business. With the birth of Guo Ruiqi, Guo Shouyun, who felt a closer relationship with Ji Hong, was a little more concerned about this matter than before.


    "boss!"


    "Stephen, is the company okay?"


    "Most of them are good. The real estate CDs bond prices, which we focus on investing in, have been rising, and the stock prices of Yahoo, eBay, Amgen, Qualcomm and other companies are also in a bull market, and the mergers and acquisitions of several small and medium-sized banks are also going well. The only thing that is not smooth is that Our plans in Huaxia ~ www.novelhall.com ~ ICBC, Communications and other major banks have never given us exact information."


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, "I''m in Huaxia. After a while, I''ll go to the capital myself. Let''s see if we can turn things around in our favor."


    "Alright. But why did you go to Huaxia?"


    "There are some personal matters to settle." Guo Shouyun didn''t explain in detail, "Remember the intern named Ika Puchuan that I brought into the company last time?"


    "Remember, that''s a big beauty!"


    There was a hint of ridicule in Stephen Bryan''s tone.


    Guo Shouyun knew it well, but he was too lazy to explain.


    "How is her performance in the company?"


    "Excellent. She has brought in nearly $35 million in funding for the company in one quarter, and she is now a full-time employee of the company and a senior account manager."


    With the beauty of Ika Puchuan, it is indeed more advantageous to start a business than ordinary people. What''s more, the Puchuan family is still New York''s richest people, with deep connections and extraordinary connections. Coupled with the excellent profitability of each fund under Phoenix Bank. Based on this, it is not too difficult to attract large customers. But even so, Ika Puchuan''s excellent ability is undeniable.


    "Not bad. . . . give me her phone number!"


    "Okay. But I don''t have it here. I''ll send it to your mobile phone after the personnel find out."


    "Um!"


    "That''s all I want to say, if I have nothing to do, I''ll hang up first."


    "Wait. Boss, there will be an American investment exchange meeting in Las Vegas on the 10th of next month. Senior executives of major banks and financial institutions will go there. Are you interested?"


    "I''m not interested, you can go for me."


    After a few simple exchanges, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


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    Chapter 599 New York Plaza Hotel


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    "Hello, is that Miss Puchuan?"


    After getting the phone number, Guo Shouyun called quickly.


    "Are you... Mr. Guo?"


    "It seems that Miss Puchuan still remembers me!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Of course. I just didn''t expect Mr. Guo to call me. It''s a surprise."


    "Ling Zun asked me to take care of you, and if it''s reasonable, you should call to greet you. However, I heard from the senior management of Phoenix that you did a good job."


    "Anyway, I''m also an intern introduced by Mr. Guo to Phoenix Bank. If you don''t work hard, won''t you be embarrassed?" After a pause, "I think Mr. Guo''s calling me this is not just about me in Phoenix. There must be something else going on, right?"


    With Ika Puchuan''s intelligence, there is no need to cover up. After a brief consideration, Guo Shouyun said directly: "There are indeed some things. ... Is your current situation okay?"


    "My dad?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Of course he''s fine. He''s healthy, wealthy, and has no shortage of beautiful women around him. Apart from gaining weight every day, he probably has nothing to worry about."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly at what Ika Puchuan said half-heartedly, and went in from his left ear and out of his right.


    "That''s good. If it''s convenient, I''ll give you the phone number from Ling Zun. I have something to discuss with him."


    "Oh? Can you tell me something?"


    "Of course. But I don''t have enough time right now. Why don''t you ask Ling Zun later?"


    "Alright. I''ll send the phone number to your phone later."


    "Um!"


    "Mr. Guo, I will go to San Francisco next week during my vacation. I wonder if I can get your reception?"


    "I''m afraid this will disappoint Miss Puchuan. Now I am in China!"


    "Huaxia?"


    "On business trip!"


    "Well, it seems that we have to wait for the next opportunity."


    Guo Shouyun responded. After the two briefly said goodbye, he hung up the phone. It didn''t take long, Ika Puchuan''s phone number came over.


    After remembering, he dialed the number. After the bell rang for a while, no one answered.


    "Which one?"


    "Mr. Puchuan, do you remember me?"


    "Mr. Bruce Guo?"


    There was an unbelievable joy in his tone.


    "It seems that Mr. Puchuan is very impressed with me!"


    "Haha, Mr. Guo''s talent is unparalleled, and he left a deep impression on me after the meeting. That''s why I remember it so clearly. But Mr. Guo called me so late, did you think there was something important?"


    "I take the liberty to interrupt, there are indeed some things I want to ask Mr. Puchuan."


    "Mr. Guo speaks up, as long as I can do it, I will do my best."


    "Mr. Puchuan is serious. ... I remember when you were in Rose Castle last time, you said that a friend asked you to find a buyer for the Plaza Hotel in New York. I want to know if this matter is settled now?"


    "Mr. Guo is interested in the Plaza Hotel?"


    "After thinking about it for a while, I do have some interest in it now."


    "That''s it! ... I can help Mr. Guo to ask about this matter, but I can''t guarantee it will be successful."


    "It doesn''t matter. Whether this happens or not, I will remember Mr. Puchuan''s favor."


    "Mr. Guo is too polite. We are all friends and it is natural to help each other."


    Even so, Guo Shouyun was sensitive to the extra joy in Puchuan''s tone.


    After a few polite words, "If that''s the case, then I won''t bother Mr. Puchuan. If there is a result of this matter, you can call me at any time."


    "It''s easy to say. I''ll help Mr. Guo inquire about this as soon as possible."


    "Um!"


    "goodbye!"


    "Bye-Bye!"


    Hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, then put away the phone and walked out of the room. He came to the baby room completely subconsciously.


    Pushing the door in, Ji Hong and Ji Zheng, as well as the four confinement sisters invited, and six women were teasing the two little guys.


    "gentlemen!"


    Seeing him come in, Sister-in-law Four gave a respectful greeting, and her expression became a little more restrained.


    "Shouyun, look! The baby seems to be getting fat again." Ji Zheng waved to Guo Shouyun with a look of joy.


    "It''s normal for children to be fat."


    Saying that, he walked over. Picked up the little guy from Ji Zheng''s arms.


    "But Ruiyu is a girl, she can''t become a fat man in the future, otherwise how can she marry?"


    "How old is she, it''s too early for you to worry. Besides, my daughter will definitely be a beauty that everyone will envy in the future!"


    Saying that, Guo Shouyun tapped the little guy''s nose, but she was firmly grasped by her little hand. Round and black, his big clear eyes stared at his father like that, and when Guo Shouyun was just feeling a little "consolation", the little guy''s mouth was deflated, and he cried with a ''wow''.


    The loud voice instantly made her father lose his usual majesty and stability.


    Ji Zheng quickly took his daughter from his arms. The ability of a woman to hold a child and coax her seems to be innate. When the little guy got into her arms, the cry became smaller and smaller, and soon calmed down.


    Seeing the teardrops hanging on her long eyelashes, I saw a still pity, Guo Shouyun shook his head and smiled bitterly, "This child is not as good as her brother kissing me."


    When the words fell, he looked at Guo Ruiqi, who was hugged by Ji Hong next to him. The little guy was completely unaffected by his sister''s cry. Seeing the old man looking at him, the villain has taken the initiative to open his arms, and his small mouth exclaimed cheerfully "Wow".


    "Ruiqi is a boy, Ruiyu is a girl, how can it be the same!"


    After seeing Guo Ruiqi, who was born by his sister, being held in his arms, Ji Zheng was unconvinced.


    "Then you can have another boy in the future!" Ji Hong laughed.


    Since becoming a mother, she has become a lot more cheerful than before.


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun hugged the child, and after watching their sisters laugh for a while, put the little guy in the crib.


    "Honghong Come out with me!"


    Ji Hong nodded, followed Guo Shouyun out of the baby room, and the two came to the next room.


    "The proposal to acquire the Peninsula Hotel was rejected by the Kadoorie family."


    "In that case, let''s re-establish a five-star hotel?"


    "Why, don''t you plan to buy it?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Those well-known hotels with historical heritage and influence are difficult to acquire. The price of newly established five-star hotels is inflated. It is better for us to invest and create a hotel ourselves. Although this is a little troublesome, it is more convenient."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took out the phone from his pocket and handed it over.


    "Look at it!"


    Ji Hong, who was curious, quickly took it over.


    Guo Shouyun''s mobile phones are all specially made, and their functions are much stronger than those on the market. The speed of browsing the web is not slow.


    "New York Plaza Hotel?"


    Ji Hong was surprised.


    "You must be familiar with this name, right?"


    "Of course. A century-old restaurant, a landmark of New York, and one of the most famous hotels in the United States. In terms of popularity, the Plaza Hotel in New York is much more than The Peninsula Hotel in Hong Kong." After a pause, "Aren''t you going to...?"


    Seeing her shocked look, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "That''s right, I''m going to buy it. And let you run it!"


    Unbelievable things have become reality, even with Ji Hong''s calmness, not only is her heart moved infinitely, but her love is flourishing.


    "Thank you dear!"


    For the first time, Ji Hong threw herself into Guo Shouyun''s arms.


    Holding her plump body just after giving birth, Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart. It''s worth it if you spend a lot of money and finally get a smile on your face.


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    Chapter 600 Financial Statements of Hanhua in 2003


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    After telling Ji Hong about the Plaza Hotel, Guo Shouyun became more interested in the news of Puchuan. I can''t coax people to be happy here, but in the end it ends up in vain.


    Fortunately, **** Chuan is relatively reliable, and after a short time, he gave him a positive news.


    On this day, after playing with women and children, Guo Shouyun came to Modu International Airport in person.


    "boss!"


    "Haha, old Zhang, long time no see."


    Looking at Zhang Lei walking out of the VIP passage, Guo Shouyun laughed and walked over with open arms.


    After a brief hug, the two said, "How about it, flying over from Hong Kong, isn''t it tiring for a journey of more than two hours?"


    "Of course, I usually exercise regularly."


    "That''s good." After patting him on the shoulder, "Go, go somewhere with me first?"


    "Um!"


    The two quickly got into the car. When the bodyguard drove to the destination, Guo Shouyun turned his head and asked, "Has the financial statement of Hanhua Bank been made in 2003?"


    "It''s already made, it''s in my bag!"


    After glancing at the briefcase in Zhang Lei''s hand, he nodded, "Take advantage of the opportunity, please tell me briefly. For the specific information, I will go back and look at it."


    "...As of the end of 2003, the entire Hanhua Group has achieved a total revenue of 176.567 billion Chinese currency and a net profit of 54.85 billion Chinese currency. The scale of assets under management is 313.44 billion Chinese currency! The company''s total assets are 77.39 billion Chinese currency, and the capital The balance is 31.54 billion Chinese currency, the total liability is 31.52 billion Chinese currency, and the current liability is 11.84 billion Chinese currency. The data is an increase of 74.3% over last year!��


    Compared with 2002, Hanhua Group''s revenue and profit in 2003 undoubtedly nearly doubled. But it is also normal. The Iraq war in 2003 made Hanhua make a lot of money in oil and gold. It only makes sense to hand over a beautiful balance sheet.


    "...Han Wah Fund has 11 open-end funds and 7 private equity funds. As of the end of 2003, it has 103 branches in 17 countries in Asia, providing financial and wealth management services to 5 million customers. Currently, there are fund sales, management, product Seven departments including design, with 1,087 people, manage assets of 67.9 billion Chinese dollars in total. In 2003, the total revenue was 473 million Chinese dollars, and the net profit was 93 million Chinese dollars.��


    "... After nearly three years of development, Hanhua Securities now has 77 branches in Hong Kong, Magic Capital, Pengcheng, Singapore, Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Yangcheng, Beijing, Bangkok, Taipei and Rongcheng, etc. It has 1.674 million clients and 41.7 billion Chinese currency under management. Since its establishment, it has participated in the listing and underwriting of 77 companies, the securities sales of 241 companies, and the underwriting of government bonds worth 14.8 billion Chinese currency in Thailand, Indonesia, Myanmar, Japan, and India. In 2003, the total revenue was 4.24 billion CNY, and the net profit was 317 million CNY."


    "...Han Wah Bank currently has 337 branches in Hong Kong, Mainland China, Taiwan, Japan, Southeast Asia and other places, 6.84 million customers, accumulative deposits of 38.74 billion CNY, loans of 21.3 billion CNY, tier 1 capital adequacy ratio of 13.7%, bad debts The rate is 2.9%. In 2003, the total revenue of Han Hua Bank was 2.84 billion Chinese yuan, and the net profit was 353 million Chinese yuan.��


    "...Hanhua Capital currently has 42 branches in 9 Asian countries, with total assets worth 143.2 billion CNY. Among them, the VC department has 9 private equity funds and 137 investment companies. The Pe department has 4 funds, There are 23 investment companies. As of the end of 2003, Hanhua Capital has achieved a total revenue of 1.63 billion CNY and a net profit of 417 million CNY.��


    "...Mango seed fund, currently manages funds of 175.4 billion Chinese dollars. In 2003, the total revenue was 140.7 billion Chinese dollars, and the net profit was 40.2 billion Chinese dollars."


    After listening, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "This fellow Yu Fei estimates that his tail will be lifted into the sky."


    "The revenue of one mango seed fund accounts for two-thirds of the group''s revenue. If it were me, I would be proud."


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement, "Where is he now?"


    ��Vacation in Thailand!��


    "Thailand? Isn''t it almost New Year''s Eve? Why did he go to Thailand?"


    "I don''t know either. But you also know his personality. It is estimated that there are many beautiful women there!" Zhang Lei said with a wry smile.


    "This guy will die on a woman''s belly sooner or later! ... Forget it, let''s not talk about him. Hanhua''s performance is good this year."


    "Thank you boss for the compliment!"


    "Hmm! ... What happened to Standard Chartered?"


    "On the bright side, we have acquired 12.3%, together with some shares of offshore funds, and have acquired a total of 22.8% of Standard Chartered. However, this part of the shares is already the limit we can get now. It just takes time to grind a little bit.��


    "Boss, here we are!"


    At this time, Matthew, who was driving in front, suddenly opened his mouth and said.


    "Come on, let''s go down and talk."


    After the two pushed the car door down, Zhang Lei found that their car was parked on a dirt **** with a huge construction site in front of them. Excavators, rammers, trucks transporting cement, steel bars, and sand; wearing a yellow work cap, like ants moving diligent workers, the scene is in full swing, even if he is middle-aged, he is calm and cautious by nature. A trace of blood flow.


    "Boss, this is...?"


    "The construction site of Universal Studios in Magic City!"


    Zhang Lei secretly said, "Sure enough."


    "This is the first time I have seen such an amazing architectural scene!"


    "The total construction land of Magic City Universal Studios is 450 hectares. Even if the 250 hectares of spare land is deducted, the remaining 200 hectares of land will be a huge project to build."


    Zhang Lei nodded, "Why don''t you go down and have a look?"


    "I don''t understand engineering, and I''m just going in and seeing the flowers, so I don''t have to worry about it. It''s enough to stand here and look at it and satisfy my inner feelings. It''s just that you have to fly all the way here, and you have to join me. Take a run."


    "The boss is serious. I''ve heard about Universal Studios in the Magic City before, and this time, it''s an eye-opener to take a look. I''ll bring my family here when the construction is successful in the future."


    "Okay, then I''ll let them give you free!"


    "Thank you very much then."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "The environment here is not bad, let''s walk together?"


    "OK!"


    "Old Zhang! Remember when we met?"


    "Of course. August 15, 2000, at Cyril''s in San Francisco!"


    "August 15, 2000, it''s been more than three years now." Guo Shouyun sighed, "At that time, I was still a stupefied young man with no business experience, and everything I did depended on my aggressiveness. Looking back on that time, I feel that I His words and deeds are childish and funny."


    ��Young and frivolous is a stage that everyone goes through. Also, if an entrepreneur is not aggressive and always looks ahead to everything he does, it will be difficult for him to achieve great things.��


    "That''s why you followed me?" Guo Shouyun nodded and asked with a smile.


    "Part of the reason is. Another part is that I want to return to my country to develop independently. The boss''s opportunity is right for me, and the funds you gave me are very expensive."


    "What you said is really straightforward enough, and you''re not afraid that I''ll be angry!"


    "I say that because I know you!"


    "Haha, you, you!" Guo Shouyun clicked Zhang Lei a few times, "It is fortunate that you said so. If you are the same as those flattering people, I am afraid that I should consider your position as CEO of Hanhua Group. Please lead me to Gao Ming.��


    "So I keep my job?"


    "Of course! ... Well, no kidding. I have something to discuss with you."


    "You say?"


    "I want to borrow $700 million from Han Hua Bank!"


    "$700 million?"


    "Um!"


    "You mean to...?"


    "Acquisition of the Plaza Hotel in New York!" Guo Shouyun didn''t hide it either.


    After nodding clearly, "When did you become interested in the hotel industry?"


    "It''s not that I''m interested, it''s that someone is interested!" Guo Shouyun didn''t say much.


    Zhang Lei, who knew him very well, wisely did not continue to ask.


    "700 million US dollars is not a problem for the current Hanhua Group. When do you want it?"


    "In the next few days, I''ll let you know when the time comes!"


    Zhang Lei nodded.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart. In fact, with his financial resources, he does not need to transfer funds from Hanhua Bank at all, and his income from writing books and various copyright income is enough. However, this part of the income is supervised by Wendy and cannot be used for ''lover''s smile''.


    However, this opportunity gave Guo Shouyun a wake-up call. Except for those companies on the surface, Huaxia and American companies, especially their finances, will be separated from each other in the future, and they can no longer be mixed up as before.


    In this way, it will be easier to divide the family in the future.


    "The Spring Festival is coming soon, how are you going to spend it?"


    "Go home!"


    "I guess you''d say that. Let''s go, go to my house first. We haven''t seen you for a long time. We have a good meal today. Otherwise, we won''t know when we will wait next time."


    After Zhang Lei nodded, "Why, isn''t the boss planning to go back to the United States during the Spring Festival?"


    "Americans celebrate Christmas, and few people except the Chinese celebrate the Spring Festival. Even among the Chinese, the atmosphere of the Spring Festival is far less than that of Huaxia. It is better to stay here than to go back. It just so happens that I have some things to do."


    "So it is! However, if the boss doesn''t dislike it, why don''t you go back to your hometown with me."


    "It''s my honor, but I made an appointment with the current owner of the Plaza Hotel in New York to meet in Modu three days later. I''m afraid I won''t have time to go back with you."


    "That''s such a pity."


    "It''s really a pity, but there are still opportunities in the future! ... Get in the car, I''ve had enough."


    Greeted by Guo Shouyun, the two got back into the car and soon returned to Guo''s Manor. Introduce him to Ji Hong and Ji Zheng. At this time, Zhang Lei also understood the reason why the big boss would stay in the magic capital every time he came to China.


    Of course, it''s clear to understand that Zhang Lei wisely didn''t ask more about the boss''s family affairs. After the two had dinner while chatting about the past, Zhang Lei left the magic capital the next day.


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 Chapter 601： Spring Festival of 2004

    Chapter 601 Spring Festival 2004


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    The Spring Festival of 2004 was the second Spring Festival that Guo Shouyun spent in China. The memory of the Spring Festival in 2004 has long been blurred in my mind in my previous life. Looking at it now, it doesn''t have any flavor.


    It''s just that the sketch of Zhao Benshan that he is most looking forward to is not outstanding, but the word "feelings" is enough to satisfy his fun. However, the Ji sisters watched with relish. Just because I have to watch the children, I can''t watch the whole party.


    In addition, without Qiu Manyun''s oversized light bulb, Guo Shouyun''s Spring Festival can be considered comfortable.


    "Boss, this is the schedule for tomorrow!"


    On the first day of the new year, after teasing the two little guys, I accompanied Ji Hong and Ji Zheng. When they first arrived in the study, Wang Jue handed the document to him.


    After a quick glance, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Has the reception of Prince Walid been arranged?"


    "It has been arranged, the Four Seasons Hotel Presidential Suite."


    "That''s good!" Guo Shouyun nodded and returned the document to Wang Jue, "Just follow the above."


    "Yes!"


    "Remind me tomorrow."


    "clear!"


    "By the way, aren''t you really going to go back this year?"


    Wang Jue shook his head firmly, "I think they need the money in my pocket even more. As for whether my daughter who has been despised since childhood can''t go back, they won''t care."


    "Okay! Since that''s the case, I don''t have much to say. You can make up your own mind."


    Originally, Guo Shouyun wanted to say that parents are parents after all, and blood is thicker than water. If you can forgive him, forgive him. But after thinking about it, I am not Wang Jue, and I have never experienced what it feels like to be rejected from childhood to adulthood. To persuade people to forgive when one does not know the inside story is really a bit of a ''bad good intention'' and superfluous.


    "Yes!"


    Wang Jue nodded.


    "I''m fine here, you can go back and rest." Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    After she left, Guo Shouyun turned on the computer, read the documents in the mailbox, picked up his mobile phone and called Pacific Energy Group CEO Jonathan Weil.


    "boss!"


    "I saw the email you sent. Is there a result of the Brazilian coastal natural gas pipeline?"


    "Yes!"


    "Specifically."


    "According to the final decision, the Brazilian Coastal Gas Pipeline will run from Santa Maria to Porto Alegre, through Florian��polis, Curitiba, Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Victoria, El Salvador, Aracaju, Maceio, Recife, Natal, Fortaleza, to St. Louis, with a total length of 4,500 kilometers, the pipeline gas transmission design is 12 billion cubic meters per year, the total investment is 4 billion US dollars, and the construction period is six years. , will be supplied by Unocal''s natural gas fields in Bolivia, Shell''s gas fields in Argentina, and Brazil''s own fields."


    "The project contractor is composed of Shell, Petrobras, and our Pacific Energy Group. The project investors are Shell, Petrobras, Pacific Energy Group, ExxonMobil, BP, Chevron Texaco, Argentina It is jointly formed by national oil companies. Among them, we take 33.4% of the entire project through comprehensive investments such as investment, construction, and gas supply, Petrobras 27%, Shell 21.6%, and Exxon Mobil 8%. BP has 5.3%, ChevronTexaco has 3%, and Petronas has 1.7%.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Is this the final plan?"


    "There are still some details that have not been finalized, but if nothing else, this is the final plan. ... Do you think there is any problem?"


    "There is no big problem. However, in addition to the main pipeline plan, why is there no construction plan for the auxiliary pipeline?"


    "Because the amount of investment is too large, everyone agreed that after the construction of the main pipeline is completed, the auxiliary pipeline will be built after normal operation."


    "I see! ... What about our own facilities? Has the Brazilian side agreed?"


    "Agreed. The expansion plan of the Campina power plant has been approved, and the rest is to start construction. However, the construction of the natural gas pipeline in Brazil has not yet started. If we first increase the scale of the Campina power plant to the designed power generation capacity of 1,150 megawatts , then you can only build another 100 km pipeline to get natural gas from the sea.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "What is the installed capacity of the Campina Power Plant now?"


    "220 megawatts!"


    "Can it handle our distribution network?"


    ��It could be satisfied before, but Brazil is one of the key markets for Pacific Energy. Our electricity distribution and retail network here has been continuously expanding, and we already need to purchase electricity. In addition, the economy of Brazil is also constantly developing. , the demand for electricity is growing. If we cannot increase our power generation in time, it will affect our local reputation.��


    "What about buying a power plant?"


    "We also have the idea of ??acquiring power plants. However, most of the power plants in Brazil are coal-fired power plants, and the construction time is too long, the technology is outdated, the pollution is serious, the equipment maintenance costs are also high, and the installed capacity is generally not high. Too much purchase value. If it is a power plant that is not built for a long time, the asking price is generally higher. In contrast, it is more cost-effective to expand our own power plant.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    "How much would a 100km natural gas pipeline cost if a new pipeline was built?"


    "About $50-$80 million!"


    "This number is too high!" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    ��We can connect to the municipal pipeline in Recife, so we can get the benefits of civil gas. And we have this business ourselves.��


    "Make a report to me, and if there is no problem, do as you say."


    "Yes!"


    "Remember that Pacific Energy''s expansion, distribution and retail network expansion must always be ahead of the curve, and opening the market is the number one priority at all times."


    "Understood, as you said ''channel is king''."


    "It''s good that you know! ... Well, I''ll leave it to you about Brazil. If there is any change, please notify me in time."


    "Yes!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun held the phone and pondered for a while, then found Unocal CEO Rebecca Mark and dialed it.


    "boss."


    "The negotiation of the Pacific Gas Pipeline is about to come to an end You know this?"


    "I know. After all, Unocal provided the gas source and also participated in part of the negotiation."


    "That''s good! Bolivia is very rich in natural gas resources, don''t miss it if you have an opportunity, especially in the Santa Cruz region."


    "I understand. But boss, Bolivia''s political situation has changed recently, and the newly-appointed President Morales has repeatedly expressed his dissatisfaction with the situation that domestic oil and gas resources are controlled by foreign companies. If nothing else, Bolivia will Adopt a new decree to take back ownership of oil and gas resources."


    Guo Shouyun frowned, "Is there any news out?"


    "There is no official official news yet, just some private rumors. However, Bolivia''s economy is underdeveloped, financial means are lacking, and exploration and development technology is weak. Even if you want to recover oil and gas resources, at most, it is a controlling stake, and obtain oil and natural gas exploitation. It will not really affect our control over the oil and gas fields and the right to use the oil and gas.��


    "Don''t jump to conclusions if there is no result. However, the attention to Bolivia''s political situation and oil policy has been raised a priority."


    "Don''t worry, I will pay close attention."


    "How is exploration in Brazil''s Santos Basin currently?"


    "Five wildcat wells have been drilled, but all are dry wells, and no oil and gas resources have been found!"


    "Go ahead, over 5,000 hectares, it''s still early days."


    "clear!"


    "How is the Delaware Basin in Texas doing now?"


    "Last week we acquired 16 wells from Dexter Petroleum, and today we have 1,320 hectares of exploration blocks in the Delaware Basin."


    "good!"


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    Chapter 602 Rebecca''s Worries


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    For Unocal, Guo Shouyun pays the most attention to three areas. Brazil''s Santos Basin and Texas'' Delaware Basin are two of them. The former is related to Unocal''s future as an oil giant, and the latter is related to the company''s oil and gas development in the next 30 years. Base.


    As for the last piece that Guo Shouyun pays attention to, there is no doubt that it is Iraq''s unallocated oil and gas resources.


    "Any news from Iraq recently?"


    "There are still conflicts, but they are all local conflicts. In addition, the new Iraqi government has begun to form with the help of the White House, and it is expected that there will be a result this year. As for Iraq''s oil and gas resources, the White House has not given credible information yet. It is estimated that this matter will not be put on the agenda until the formation of the new Iraqi government is completed.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Pay close attention to the news from Iraq and the White House, and remind me of any changes."


    Before the competition for Iraqi oil and gas resources, he was doing it himself. However, where he should start, he has already prepared, and the rest is to wait for the news from the White House. This kind of thing is just right for Rebecca Marks. Moreover, there are many companies under him, and it is impossible to always focus on it.


    "Yes!" After answering, Rebecca continued, "Boss, according to your last explanation, we have contacted Huaxia Offshore Oil Company. At present, the two parties have agreed to jointly develop the oil resources in the Huaxia Bohai Sea area. The contract will be signed in March, do you...do you still need to attend?"


    Guo Shouyun thought for a while, "Forget it, I''ll leave this matter to you."


    "Yes!"


    "Any thing else?"


    "Yes! ... At present, the price of Brent crude oil in New York has risen to 47 US dollars per barrel, which has exceeded the historical high level, and there is a risk of falling in the later period. Therefore, should we invest in oil forward contracts in a timely manner? slow?"


    "How many oil forward contracts does the company hold now?"


    "1-year to 5-year terms add up to $14.7 billion!"


    Although a forward contract is a type of futures, it does not require margin and leverage like futures trading. Only need to consider the market price after expiration, and the cost of holding, that is, the cost of warehousing, insurance, and transportation.


    The real cost of the $14.7 billion oil forward contract held by Unocal is only a few hundred million dollars a year.


    But the return after maturity is dozens of times of the investment. Unocal''s ability to continue small-scale acquisitions and expansions in the oil market is due to the benefits from forward contracts.


    ��At present, China, India, Russia, South Korea and other countries are experiencing rapid economic development, and their demand for energy is growing. Although OPEC��s decision to increase oil production takes effect, it will take time to add new oil wells. Although the economies of the United States and Western Europe are not as good as those of East Asia, they It is also in the growth stage. On the whole, the international oil supply is in short supply relative to the demand. In this case, although there will be a short-term correction in oil prices, there will be no large-scale decline. Therefore, reduce the long-term oil price Although the investment scale of the contract is a good strategy to deal with the pullback, it is not necessary."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun said with a smile: "Rebecca, I believe you should have thought of what I said. But now you are giving me such a suggestion. You should have other ideas in your mind, right?"


    "It''s still a wise boss." Rebecca smiled bitterly, "I just think Unocal''s expansion is a little too fast. Brazil''s offshore oil, the substantial expansion of the Delaware Basin in Texas, Iraqi oil resources, and forward oil contracts, In just one year, the company��s assets have risen by 57.4%, and its debt level has increased by 43.1%����


    "Isn''t the money from the last financing still lying on the company''s books?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "But isn''t that money you''re going to use to invest in Brazil''s offshore oil and Iraqi oil? In addition, the company''s recent mergers and acquisitions cost nearly $3 billion."


    "Rebecca, relax! Since I dare to spend money, I won''t let things out of my control."


    Although he said so, but Rebecca Mark is not as good as he has the memory of the next ten years, and can easily see the development trend of the entire oil market and make wise decisions. Therefore, his words did not dispel the doubts in the other party''s heart.


    But despite this, Guo Shouyun is Unocal''s boss after all, and his decisions have promoted the company''s rapid development without any major mistakes. So while Rebecca is not very disapproving of his decision. But after hearing the firmness in Guo Shouyun''s tone, after hesitating for a while, he finally didn''t say anything more.


    "I understand, boss!"


    "Rebecca, I can understand your concern, but time will tell. ... Okay, is there anything else?"


    "there is none left!"


    "Then hang up."


    "Boss, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    Hanging up the phone and recalling the whole process of communicating with Rebecca, Guo Shouyun frowned slightly and put the phone aside.


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just then, there was a knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    "Boss, Qiu Manyun is here!" Wang Jue pushed in the door and said.


    "Qiu Manyun? Didn''t she return to the capital?"


    "do not know!"


    Guo Shouyun stood up after putting down the document in his hand.


    "Go, go and see!"


    When he came downstairs, he did not see Qiu Manyun''s figure. But you don''t need to guess Guo Shouyun to know that she is now 80% in the baby room or with Ji Hong and Ji Zheng. Sure enough, he found each other in Ji Hong''s room.


    "Yo, you just came to see me in a hurry!"


    After noticing Guo Shouyun''s figure Qiu Manyun handed Guo Ruiqi in his arms to Ji Hong and stood up.


    "Didn''t you go back to the capital? Why did you come back so quickly?"


    "The year is over, why don''t I come back? As for visiting relatives, I don''t need to come forward at home. But you, Guo Shouyun, are my most important supplier of Jinyuan jewelry, so I will come to visit you first."


    "Then I''m really flattered. Originally, I thought you, Qiu Manyun, ''go to the Three Treasures Hall''!"


    "Shouyun, you''re so outlandish. I usually come here at your house." Qiu Manyun smiled and changed the conversation, "But this time I''m here, I really have something to ask you about."


    "What''s up?"


    "Your Global Fund is developing the ruins of the ''World Style Garden'' in Fengtai District of Beijing?"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, "What? You''re not interested in it, are you?"


    "If I say yes, will you let me participate?" Qiu Manyun said with a smile.


    "Won''t!"


    "It''s so sad for you to say that!"


    "Okay, don''t waste your time, let''s understand your purpose!" Guo Shouyun, who has gradually become accustomed to her speaking habits and behavior, also has a certain immunity. However, Qiu Manyun, who is charming and enchanting, plump and slender, and has a peerless appearance, is still exciting.


    "You really don''t know how to pity fragrance and jade." After giving the man across from him a blank look, Qiu Manyun, who was quite bored, continued, "Someone has also taken a fancy to your renovation plan for the World Style Garden. I''ve got a word for you. He wants to meet you if you''re interested."


    "Who?"


    "A friend of mine is now the general manager of the Beijing branch of Huaxia Construction Engineering Corporation."


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    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    "Since he knows the World Style Garden, he should know about our partnership with Hong Kong Cheung Kong Group."


    Qiu Manyun smiled, "The cooperation between Universal and Changshi is indeed a well-known thing in the industry. However, the project of the World Style Park has not been approved by the Beijing Municipal Government, and the Changshi Group has not yet intervened. In this case, other companies still have opportunities. As for how they can get this opportunity, they have already considered it." After a pause, "Shouyun, I''m just a messenger, and you need to communicate with each other to decide how to do it. However, the other party said that he won''t let you disappointment!"


    A gleam of light flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes. He knows Qiu Manyun, and the person who can make her a friend must have an amazing background or extraordinary talent. In this way, he was a little curious about who the other party was, and how sure he could convince him.


    "I can see you here. I''ll arrange the time!"


    "No problem. I''m sure you won''t regret it!" Qiu Manyun nodded and said.


    Guo Shouyun left after looking at the child.


    "Boss, did you really decide to meet the person Qiu Manyun said?" Wang Jue asked.


    "Do you think anything is wrong?"


    "If the other party comes up with conditions that we can''t refuse, what should Changshi do? We must know that the cooperation agreement we signed with the other party before emphasized that the global infrastructure project should be handed over to the other party. Moreover, the Hong Kong Li family has deep roots. , and it is not easy to offend!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Your concern is indeed correct. However, when we cooperated with the Li family, the object was Global Real Estate, not Global Fund. In addition, even after this meeting, the other party offered us something that we couldn''t refuse. If the conditions are met, it is enough to take out half of the construction volume of the World Style Park renovation project and hand it over to the other party."


    Seeing the confidence on his face, Wang Jue nodded. The investment scale of the Global Fund in the renovation project of the World Style Garden is world-class. As long as you can participate in it, in addition to making money, it can also bring about a reputation boost. I believe that few companies can refuse.


    The next day, Guo Shouyun, who was ready early, arrived at the Pudong International Airport in the capital city. As a huge Airbus A380 converted private plane landed, surrounded by a crowd of tall and **** bodyguards, a middle-aged man wearing an Arabian robe and a red and white plaid turban walked down the plane ladder. down.


    At this moment, Guo Shouyun also greeted him early.


    "Prince Waleed, it''s a great honor to meet you!"


    "It''s also my honor to meet Mr. Guo!"


    After the two sides shook hands, Guo Shouyun looked at the tall and fat guy standing beside him, who was extremely familiar at the same time.


    "Mr. Puchuan, I didn''t expect you to come in person!"


    "As the middleman who brokered this deal, how could I not come? Besides, I haven''t seen Mr. Guo for a long time, so I happened to drop by."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Then I''m a little flattered. ... Two, please. The hotel has already arranged for you."


    "Mr. Guo, please!"


    The group got into the car and stopped outside the Peace Hotel on the Bund in the Magic Capital.


    "This is one of the best hotels in Modu. It was built in the 1920s. It was formerly known as Chinachem Hotel. It is a Chicago school Gothic building with a height of 77 meters and a total of 12 floors. Lou'' reputation, many celebrities including comedy master Chaplin, British playwright Sir Cahor, French Prime Minister Edgar Faure, US President Clinton and his wife Hillary have stayed here, and the Chinese government Many foreign affairs receptions and events have also been held here.��


    Waleed nodded, looked at the brightly lit hotel in front of him and smiled: "Since there is such a perfect hotel, why didn''t Mr. Guo choose to buy it?"


    "If he is in private hands, I will not be stingy!"


    Take them in and arrange to be in a room that you have already reserved.


    "How is it, are you two still satisfied?"


    "not bad!"


    Donde Puchon also nodded.


    "That''s good! The two of you have come from afar to rest for a while. I have ordered dinner in the evening, and we will chat while eating."


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun left after a brief chat. The afternoon time passed quickly. At seven o''clock in the evening, in the Jiuxiao Hall of the Peace Hotel, Guo Shouyun, Tang De Puchuan and Prince Walid sat here.


    As a high-end banquet hall, the door is decorated with top Lalique art glass, and the balcony overlooking the restaurant is the best place to view the Bund, Huangpu River and Pudong. It has received domestic and foreign heads of state and government for many times. Of course, the price is also very high. But for the three people who enjoy it here today, it''s nothing.


    "Come for the two of you from afar, cheers!"


    "cheers!"


    "cheers!"


    "Romane Conti in 1990?"


    "I''ve always heard that Prince Walid is a master of wine tasting, and now it''s true." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Mr. Guo has won the prize. The wine of Roman��e-Conti is smooth and has a unique flavor. Once you drink it, it is easy to identify."


    "Compared to the two, I''m far behind. There is a 90-year-old Roman��e Conti that can''t be bought in dollars. I almost didn''t drink it." Donde Puchuan laughed.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, put down his glass and said, "Come on, try today''s dishes. The dishes at the Peace Hotel are the most authentic Shanghai dishes."


    "I have always heard about the reputation of Chinese cuisine, and today I finally had the opportunity to eat it." Pu Chuan laughed.


    "I think today''s dishes will not disappoint the two of you."


    After Puchuan and Walid each nodded, the latter pointed forward, "This dish is quite interesting, don''t know what it''s called?"


    "Shrimp and **** ginseng. It is one of the traditional famous dishes in Shanghai cuisine. For this dish of burning paper, first of all, the black ginseng that has been simmered in water is simmered in oil, and then rice wine, soy sauce, shrimp, meat stew, broth, Put the sugar and other seasonings into the pot and simmer. In order to make the sea cucumber taste delicious, use chopsticks to poke a few holes in the sea cucumber. When the black ginseng is hot enough, put it on a large plate, continue to heat the marinade in the pot, and then pour in the Scallion oil, and finally add water and starch to collect the juice. Before serving, add a few scallions, add a little oil, and pour the marinade on the sea cucumber to make a dish.��


    "Mr. Guo can do it too?"


    "Occasionally when I have nothing to do at home, I will try it myself. But the taste is far worse than that of the chefs here. ... You two, you can try it, it is guaranteed to be delicious."


    "Then I''m welcome."


    When the words fell, Walid inserted a piece of it with a fork and put it in his mouth. Because I don''t know how to use chopsticks, the movements look a bit clumsy, but it doesn''t delay eating.


    "How?" Guo Shouyun asked with a smile.


    "Compared to Western food and our Saudi food, it does have a different flavor. But it is really delicious."


    "That''s good. ... Every dish here today is a famous Shanghai cuisine, and we can taste it as much as we like."


    Under the deliberate management of Guo Shouyun, the "landlord", the three of them exchanged cups, and soon they were full. After asking the service staff to remove the leftovers and replace them with fruit and tea, Guo Shouyun was ready to get to the point.


    "His Royal Highness, I think Mr. Puchuan has already told you about my transaction. I don''t know how you think about it?"


    "Mr. Guo wants to buy the Plaza Hotel in New York, there is no problem. There can also be a certain discount on the price."


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly. There is a saying: When you bow down, you must ask for something. The two sides are not relatives and not related, and the status and energy, the other party is not worse than him, the purpose of actively lowering the conditions at this moment is self-evident.


    "So, does His Royal Highness have other conditions?"


    "Since Mr. Guo asked, I will not deny it. Personally, I am very optimistic about the development of Apple, and I hope to acquire certain shares."


    "Apple?!" Guo Shouyun''s eyes narrowed.


    "Mr. Guo is reluctant?"


    "Of course not. But Apple is well-developed and has an extraordinary position in the technology industry. There were indeed many investment institutions and individuals who wanted to buy shares in it, but most of them were not rejected by me because the price was too low."


    "Oh, how much does Mr. Guo want?"


    "$71.4 per share!"


    Walid''s expression instantly froze. Today, Apple''s total share capital is only 630 million shares, and $71.4 per share means its market value is as high as $45 billion!


    "Does Mr. Guo want too much? Apple''s stock price on Nasdaq is only $43 now."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Although in the eyes of His Royal Highness Prince Walid, this price is indeed a bit high. But in my opinion, it is just right and can reflect the value of Apple today." After a pause, "His Royal Highness, Apple Inc. It is a technology company. As the chairman of the board of directors, I know the products under development. Although $45 billion is high, it is far from showing its true value!��


    Looking at the calm but confident eyes of the man opposite Walid was also thinking quickly in his heart.


    "I need time to think about it."


    "Of course! But I don''t want it to drag on for too long."


    Walid nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "Mr. Guo, I intend to exchange the New York Plaza Hotel for an opportunity to invest in Apple. If you agree, I am willing to sell the hotel to you now for $580 million. But I hope this opportunity to invest in Apple will give me some time to investigate and make a decision."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "I can promise you this condition. But Your Highness should understand that Apple is constantly developing. Therefore, if His Highness delays it for too long, Apple''s price will not be just the price I just mentioned."


    "Of course I understand that!"


    "That''s good! I agree to this deal!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Although Walid''s proposal was beyond his expectations, Guo Shouyun, who himself planned to sell Apple shares to provide capital for future actions in the subprime mortgage crisis, would not mind selling part of it. It''s just that the time is much earlier than he expected, and it has not reached his real psychological price.


    Still, getting the Plaza Hotel New York at a relatively low price is a good compensation. After all, now that Ji Hong gave birth to a son for him, what she promised her had to be fulfilled.


    In addition, making friends with this Prince Walid also has the basis for extending his network to the Middle East. Guo Shouyun has also been coveting the oil there, as well as a large group of rich royal tyrants.


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    After the deal was negotiated, and after a brief exchange between the two parties, Guo Shouyun left.


    When he got home, looking at the lights in the villa, Guo Shouyun handed over his coat to Wang Jue and went to the upstairs bedroom. I first went to see Ji Zheng and his daughter, and then turned around and came to Ji Hong''s room.


    "You''re back?"


    Ji Hong, who was lying in bed reading a book, saw her lover who pushed in the door, opened the thin blanket and walked down.


    "Um!"


    After answering, he walked to the crib next to him. His Excellency Guo Ruiqi, who was full of flesh inside, was sleeping soundly with a pacifier in his mouth.


    "Why didn''t you give it to them?"


    Children cry five or six times a night to avoid affecting the rest of Ji Hong and Ji Zheng who have just given birth. They all express the milk in advance and put it in the refrigerator, and then give it to the confinement lady and the childcare teacher, and feed the little ones at night when they are hungry.


    "I''m the mother of the child. If I always give it to them, wouldn''t the child be estranged from me? Besides, I''m not that delicate, so I have no problem taking him."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, stretched out his arms around Ji Hong''s slender waist, pressed his chin to the hair on her temples, and sniffed lightly. With the elegant body fragrance, his body could not help but relax a bit.


    Perhaps feeling the attachment of the man beside him, Ji Hong subconsciously leaned into his arms. Silent warmth passed between the two.


    After a while, Guo Ruiqi''s cry broke the silence and tenderness.


    "Honey, mom is here, don''t cry!"


    Ji Hong hurriedly turned around and picked up her son.


    Seeing her coaxing the child, Guo Shouyun turned around and went to the bathroom next to him to take a shower.


    "Sleep again?"


    "Um!...Why didn''t you blow your hair?"


    "I''m afraid it will affect this little guy''s sleep." Guo Shouyun looked at the fat son who fell asleep quickly after he was full in the cradle.


    "Then go outside and blow."


    "No need, let it do it naturally!" After he finished speaking, Guo Shouyun beckoned, and after half lying on the bed with Ji Hong, he showed her the agreement just signed tonight.


    "New York Plaza Hotel? Already bought?"


    Even the calm Ji Hong couldn''t help but be surprised at this moment.


    "The contract just signed tonight, $580 million, it''s yours from now on!"


    "Thank you, Shouyun!"


    Facing the woman who was clinging to his arms emotionally, Guo Shouyun hugged her and smiled: "Now we are a de facto husband and wife, so you don''t need to thank me. Let''s take a look at the contract, and by the way, consider the future business strategy of the hotel."


    After Ji Hong nodded, he picked up the document and looked at it carefully.


    "Shouyun, the Plaza Hotel in New York is indeed one of the top hotels in the world. But it is far away in the United States, so do I need to go there in the future?"


    "What? Don''t you want to?"


    "No!" Ji Hong shook her head, "The hotel industry in the United States has developed for many years, and the pattern has already been established. On the contrary, the hotel industry in China and Southeast Asian countries, especially the top-level hotel field, still has relatively large opportunities. Since the United States, I prefer to stay in China."


    "It''s really good for you to have such insight. China''s top hotels have more opportunities than the United States and Europe. So, I want you to use the Plaza Hotel in New York as a foundation and combine its international reputation to establish the Plaza Hotel Group. China��s expansion, especially in the four first-tier cities of Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen.��


    Ji Hong nodded, and after a moment of contemplation, "Does the Plaza Hotel in New York need me to manage it for a while?"


    "No need! According to my investigation, the facilities inside the Plaza Hotel in New York have problems of aging and need to be refurbished. It will take about two years. I will preside over this matter for you. You can visit occasionally. The main focus of the company is to focus on the country, and strive to develop the network of the Plaza Hotel as soon as possible.��


    "The money...?"


    "I''ll prepare the funds for you! In addition, the registered address of the group... let''s put it in Hong Kong!"


    "Um!"


    After the two exchanged ideas about the future development strategy of the Plaza Hotel for a while, they fell asleep.


    The next day, Guo Shouyun took Tang De Puchuan and Prince Walid to visit the magic capital, and after experiencing the excitement of the Chinese New Year, he sent Walid away on the third day. Until he left, he had not decided to invest in Apple. Obviously, Guo Shouyun''s high price made him hesitate. But since he was willing to give up the Plaza Hotel in New York. He is bound to get Apple''s equity, but he is not sure when.


    "No wonder Mr. Guo came to Huaxia on purpose. The Spring Festival here is indeed more lively than in the United States."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, neither admitting nor denying it.


    "Mr. Puchuan, you helped me this time, how should I thank you?"


    "Mr. Guo is too outgoing. Just a little busy."


    "real?"


    Facing his attention, Donde Puchuan smiled and nodded affirmatively.


    "Of course! ... But if Mr. Guo insists on thanking me, why don''t you give me a diamond card from Hanshan Courtyard!"


    As a private club opened by Guo Shouyun himself, Hanshan Bieyuan has a diamond card as the only entry certificate. Originally, he also planned to issue cards of different grades such as gold and silver to show the importance of the guests. But then gave up. Deliberately marking the grades is not very useful except to arouse criticism and alienate each other''s relationship. So now, the Diamond Card is still the only VIP membership card in Hanshan Bieyuan.


    Even so, with the rapid improvement of Guo Shouyun''s status, he has become more and more critical of the people around him, and the number of people who can get membership cards in Hanshan Bieyuan so far has not exceeded 200.


    This also shows the preciousness of this diamond card. But precious is precious, and Donde Puchuan''s request was somewhat unexpected.


    Thinking of the future achievements in front of him, Guo Shouyun somewhat understood.


    "I''ll have someone deliver it to you as soon as possible!"


    "Then it couldn''t be better! Oh, yes. Mr. Guo came to Huaxia. Are you planning to stay in the magic capital forever and not going to wander around?"


    "I don''t have this plan for the time being. What, Mr. Puchuan wants to take a look around?"


    "It''s a rare visit, of course you can''t miss it." Donde Puchuan nodded and said.


    "In that case, shall I ask someone to find you a guide?"


    "It''s no use, I found the guide before I came."


    "That''s it, then I wish you a good time."


    "thanks!"


    Send Tang De Puchuan back to the Peace Hotel. After the two of them had dinner together, Guo Shouyun was ready to go home. UU Reading Sitting in the car, looking at the radiant night view of the magic city outside the window, although it is not as stunning as later generations, it has begun to take shape now.


    "Matthew, stop on the side of the road!"


    Matthew did what he said, parked the car on the side of the road, and the two cars in front and behind protecting Guo Shouyun also stopped in turn.


    Guo Shouyun pushed the door and got out of the car. Looking at the flickering neon lights and crowded Nanjing Road not far away, he suddenly came in for a tour.


    After leaving a few bodyguards to watch the car, he walked over with Matthew.


    Nanjing Road, a 5.5-kilometer long street, starts from the Bund in the east and ends at West Yan''an Road in the west. It spans the streets of Jing''an and Huangpu districts. It is the earliest commercial street after the opening of the city. Since its development, it has become one of the most famous commercial pedestrian streets in China. It is known as "10-mile Nanjing Road, a pedestrian street". There are various old-fashioned shops and shopping malls along the roadside. Every holiday here is always crowded, a lively and bustling scene.


    Looking at the crowd of people around him, he was watching the excitement more than other people around him. In addition to playing and shopping, Guo Shouyun was more of a feeling and memory.


    Although he had only been reborn for four years, looking at the most familiar street in his college days, it seemed like a century had passed!


    Yanyun Building!


    Along with the aroma of roast duck, a place frequented by deep memories appeared in front of him.


    In the last life, Yanyun Building on Nanjing Road was a place where he would often come to reunite with his classmates or colleagues in the company. Especially the sliced ??duck, which is a must order every time.


    pity! He had eaten and drank enough at the Peace Hotel with Don De Puchuan before, and this Yanyun Tower can only be reserved for the next time.


    But Yanyunlou can''t do it, it''s not bad to buy some cakes from Shen Dacheng!


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    Nanjing Road is too long, and Guo Shouyun doesn''t have time to really finish the tour. He probably walked for a walk, and when his "feelings" dissipated and his interest died down, he returned home with the Shen Dacheng cakes he bought.


    He came back too late, except for Ji Zheng, who slept with him tonight, the lights in Ji Hong''s room were already dark. After brushing his teeth and taking a shower, he lay in bed and had a simple chat with Ji Zheng. After looking at his daughter, Guo Shouyun fell asleep.


    Silent all night!


    The next day, Guo Shouyun was eating breakfast with Ji Hong and Ji Zheng, and Qiu Manyun, wearing a dark purple ladies suit and black boots, knocked on the door of Guo''s house.


    She was also welcome. Seeing Guo Shouyun and Ji''s sisters who were eating, she sat down on the chair next to her. Then he grabbed the buns on the table and ate them.


    "You''re not welcome at all." Guo Shouyun glanced at her and said.


    "It''s not the first time, so you''re welcome! Cough...!"


    "Sister Yun, eat slowly! ... Ma Zhang, get some soy milk for Sister Yun!"


    Hearing Ji Zheng''s words, a middle-aged aunt next to him responded quickly and poured a cup of soy milk for Qiu Manyun.


    "thanks!"


    "You are too kind."


    After Zhang Ma finished speaking, she stepped aside.


    "Why did you come here early in the morning?" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "What do you say?"


    "If it''s a meeting with your friend, I haven''t forgotten it, so you don''t need to come here to remind me."


    "Of course I know you remember. But if I don''t go, who will introduce you? Well, don''t talk to me, I want to eat. After dinner, let''s go together."


    Looking at Qiu Manyun, who was eating and drinking heavily at the moment, without the image of a lady who chewed slowly and slowly, Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly, but didn''t say anything more.


    "Remember to call me when you''re done eating. I''m done, go see the kids!"


    After the words fell, Guo Shouyun wiped his mouth, got up and went upstairs.


    About half an hour later, Qiu Manyun finished the Guo family''s breakfast, and after finishing his makeup, he left the Guo family with Guo Shouyun.


    "Where to go next?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Will Yong Fu know?"


    "Of course! The first club of the Magic City, European Commission Vice President Palacio, Tom Cruise, Microsoft Greater China CEO Chen Zheng, movie stars Chen Long and Zhang Manyu are all its regular guests." Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    Qiu Manyun smiled and nodded, "Although it''s not as good as your Hanshan Courtyard in the United States, Yongfu Club has been through the vicissitudes of life and has been carved by wind and rain for nearly a hundred years. It is also unique to cooperate with Mr. Wang''s display of thousands of antiques!"


    "I have always heard about the reputation of the Yongfu Association, but I have never been there. This time I have a chance." Guo Shouyun nodded.


    While the two were chatting, the car crossed the street and stopped outside a quaint house after half an hour.


    Pushing the door and getting out of the car, I looked at the green iron gate, the vermilion high wall, and the three characters ''Yongfuhui'' in black and white on the left hand side.


    "Is it here?"


    Qiu Manyun nodded, "Let''s go, they should have arrived early."


    After Guo Shouyun responded, he walked in. He handed over all communication matters to Qiu Manyun, and he just looked at this famous place in Shanghai.


    "This was the former site of the British consulate, which has a history of nearly 70 years. Later, after some renovations by Mr. Wang Zheng, not only the original appearance of the British building was preserved, but also some Chinese buildings were added on the basis to make this building The three-acre mansion has become an elegant place combining Chinese and Western." Qiu Manyun walked over and said, "Of course, this place is a bit worse than your Guo Family Manor."


    "I''m just bigger, let''s go!"


    Accompanied by Qiu Manyun, the two walked through a glass corridor and entered a Chinese-style courtyard. The shadow wall of the courtyard was a granite wall with a plaque inlaid with the words "Secret Training Room".


    "It is said that in ancient times, it was a place where ''husbands and children do not speak to outsiders'', but now it has become a place to entertain guests."


    Following Qiu Manyun''s voice, the two came to the door, the fully modern automatic sensor door opened, and on the left was a bar with various antique furniture. After bypassing the bar, they entered the main hall.


    Since it is a clubhouse, there are naturally wait staff. Therefore, soon a beautiful woman in a cheongsam walked over.


    "Miss, do you have an appointment?"


    "Table 18."


    "Okay, please come with me!"


    Following behind her, the two walked up the wooden stairs, and soon came to the second floor. The second floor is also a quaint Chinese classical building. The corridors decorated with exquisite reliefs, the simple and elegant palace lanterns, the well-rounded mahogany tables and chairs, etc., combined with the meticulously embellished green plants, there is indeed an attraction for people to eat, drink, tea and take a nap!


    When the service staff brought the two over, the people waiting here, because they had been paying attention to the entrance of the stairs, spotted them at the first time, and then got up and greeted them.


    "Manyun, I''ve finally been waiting for you!"


    A tall middle-aged man in a black suit strode up to greet him.


    "I think it''s not me that you''re looking for, it''s him!"


    Qiu Manyun pointed to Guo Shouyun behind him.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s a pleasure to meet, it''s a pleasure to meet, I''m Zhou Ziqi, Tim is the deputy general manager of Huaxia Construction Corporation, and the manager of North China. I''m also Manyun''s cousin." After speaking, he deliberately glanced at Qiu Manyun.


    Everyone is smart, and Guo Shouyun naturally understands the meaning of his interesting explanation. Unfortunately, he didn''t plan to bring Qiu Manyun into the harem. Now the two sides are only in a cooperative relationship, so this explanation is optional for him.


    "I didn''t expect Ms. Qiu to have such a relationship with Mr. Zhou."


    "Why, didn''t Manyun tell you?"


    "People didn''t ask why should I say it!" Guo Shouyun gave a blank look, "Okay, since everyone is here, why don''t you sit down and talk. I''m wearing high heels, always standing, tired. died."


    "Yes, sit down and talk. ... Mr. Guo, please!"


    "Please!"


    The three of them sat down. Zhou Ziqi put a menu in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. Guo, in addition to the quiet environment and unique style of this Yongfu Club, the Shanghai cuisine is also very authentic. Chef Ding Yongqiang, who is under the tutelage of Chen Borong, the most famous Shanghai cuisine master in old Shanghai, has excellent craftsmanship, especially ''sauce duck'', ''Sauce Chicken'' and ''Jujube Crispy Cake'' are the top three here!"


    "I originally came out after breakfast, but after hearing what Mr. Zhou said was so wonderful, if I missed the food, wouldn''t I have failed Your Excellency!"


    "Haha, Mr. Guo really is an elegant man! ... Come on, serve!"


    The waiter next to him hurried over. After Zhou Ziqi ordered a few signature dishes of Yongfu Club, "Mr. Guo, there are good red wines and Maotai here, what do you like to drink?"


    "Forget the wine, we have to talk about things in a while, how about a pot of tea?"


    "The main banquet today is Mr. Guo. Since you said to drink tea, let''s drink tea. ... Bring me a pot of your best Longjing!"


    "Okay sir, do you need anything else?"


    "Manyun, what else do you eat? What do you drink?"


    "God is pitiful, you finally remember me as a middleman!" Qiu Manyun rolled his eyes in dissatisfaction, "But, I''ll forget it. I''ve already eaten breakfast in the morning, and if I eat it again, people will gain weight again!"


    "Since you don''t order, then I''ll let the master do it?"


    "Um!"


    Qiu Manyun nodded.


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    Chapter 606: White Jade Pixiu


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    "Okay, we want these!"


    "Okay, wait a minute! The dishes will be served soon."


    "Um! ... Bring us the tea and pastries first."


    After answering, the waiter turned and left.


    "I heard from Man Yun that Mr. Guo likes to collect antiques and jades?" Zhou Ziqi said.


    "A little hobby that I found for myself when I was busy."


    "So it is." Zhou Ziqi nodded and continued, "It will take a while for the dishes to come up. It happened that I just collected a good item from the Demon City Jade Hall yesterday. We will take advantage of this time and ask Mr. Guo to also Appreciate it for me."


    "Mr. Zhou, I''m just a hobby, and I''m not proficient in antique appreciation."


    "Haha, Mr. Guo doesn''t have to be humble. Everyone is just playing, enjoy it, it''s okay!"


    Having said that, Zhou Ziqi has already taken a red brocade box on the table next to her. After opening it, it was pushed to the middle of the table.


    "Mr. Guo, please see!"


    "This is Pixiu!"


    In the yellow soft lining, a palm-sized Hetian white jade Pixiu is in full bloom.


    "It''s Pixiu, Mr. Guo can play with it!"


    "Then I''ll be more respectful than obedient!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun took the Pixiu out of the box.


    Pixiu, also known as warding off evil spirits or Tianlu, is a ferocious auspicious beast recorded in ancient Chinese books and folk myths and legends. The dragon''s head, the body of the horse, and the feet of the linden are shaped like a lion, with gray-white fur and can fly.


    Legend has it that Pixiu violated the laws of the heavens, and the Jade Emperor punished him to only feed on wealth from all directions, to swallow all things without diarrhea, to attract wealth and collect treasures, but only to not get in. He has special magical powers. After this allusion spread, Pixiu was regarded as an auspicious beast to bring wealth and treasure. Many Chinese people wear the jade products of the Pixiu because of this allusion. In ancient times, people often used Pixiu as the name of the army.


    In ancient China, feng shui scholars believed that the Pixiu was a lucky beast that turned disaster into auspiciousness. Therefore, jade carvings of Pixiu are very common in both ancient and modern times.


    However, the Pixiu in Guo Shouyun''s hand, with a round jade and a thick pulp, has obviously been played with for a period of time.


    "Master Yuantong?"


    When he opened the belly of the Pixiu, an inscribed inscription in seal script appeared in his eyes.


    "Does Mr. Guo know this layman Yuantong?"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at Zhou Ziqi and smiled lightly.


    "Jushi Yuantong is the name of Xie Shifang, a master of jade carving during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. Because of his poor family, he often lived in the nearby Yuantong Nunnery, so he has this posthumous title."


    Zhou Ziqi nodded, "According to records, Xie Shifang lost his father and his family was poor, and his neighbor recruited him as an apprentice and brought him to Yangzhou to learn jade carving. He was sensitive and eager to learn, and completed it in three years. The jade carvings are exquisite and exquisite. Yang~zhou salt merchants competed to buy at high prices, and became famous. During the Qianlong period, he was summoned to the inner court of the imperial palace. One of his works, which is shaped like a half watermelon, has a green skin like emeralds, and a red inside like pearls. Those who see it are amazed. Emperor Qianlong loved it and hid it in the Yuanmingyuan. In 1860, when the British and French allied forces set fire to the Yuanmingyuan, it was acquired by the British army and sold to the magic capital. People who saw this jade article were amazed and thought it was a treasure. It''s a pity that the current situation was chaotic at the time, and the whereabouts of this exquisite jade article have been unknown to this day! It''s really embarrassing!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, picked up the Pixiu and looked at the dazzling sunlight outside. In the translucent white jade texture, there is a faint air, hazy, with a faint pink.


    "Top suet white jade!"


    Ordinary white jade, when viewed under the light, in addition to being pure white, there is also a faint yellow inside, and the yellow is light and heavy. And the top-level suet white jade has a touch of smoky air, with a faint pink color.


    In addition, the hand feel of the two is different, the white jade is slightly dry; the white jade of the suet level is soft and soft, and it feels like a girl''s soft weed.


    After playing with it, Guo Shouyun put the white jade Pixiu back in the box.


    "The top-quality Hetian suet white jade material is matched with the work of Zhou Shifang, a famous master in the Qing Dynasty. Looking at the pulp is not a clear tool. This Pixiu in Mr. Zhou''s hand is a rare good thing that opens doors!"


    "Mr. Guo has good eyesight!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, and in the face of the praise, there was not much emotional change in his heart. This white jade Pixiu has distinct characteristics, even if he is just getting started in collecting, he can still see the quality of this thing. Of course, high imitation is another matter. However, as Zhou Ziqi, it is impossible to show him a high imitation product.


    "you flatter me!"


    "I''ve seen that Mr. is so proficient in jade appreciation. Do you want to come to your house and collect a lot of good jade?"


    "There is an old saying: A gentleman is like jade. Chinese culture has a unique jade culture since ancient times. I am a Chinese, and I am naturally influenced by it."


    Zhou Ziqi nodded, looked at the young man opposite, and pushed forward the box containing the white jade pixiu.


    "I came here in a hurry this time, and I didn''t bring any gifts. Since Mr. Guo likes to collect jade, then this Zhou Shifang''s suet white jade Pixiu will be given to Mr. Guo."


    When Zhou Ziqi took out this white jade Pixiu, Guo Shouyun guessed his purpose.


    Facing Zhou Ziqi''s staring at him, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, then reached out to cover the box containing the Pixiu, and returned to the center of the table.


    "Mr. Zhou, there is a saying that there is no merit and no reward. I am a little afraid to accept such a precious thing!"


    "Mr. Guo is self-effacing. Millions of things are only a drop in the bucket compared to Mr. Guo''s net worth. How can it be considered precious!"


    "Sir, Miss, your dishes are ready!"


    At this moment the waiter who pushed the food over broke the atmosphere of mutual respect between the tables.


    After she set the dishes and left, Qiu Manyun said, "I think you should stop wasting your time here. After dinner, lay out your own terms and finish. If you can cooperate, you will accept the things. If you can''t cooperate, take the things with you. Go back. Be quick!"


    Hearing this, after Guo Shouyun and Zhou Ziqi looked at each other, they understood each other''s plans.


    "Mr. Guo, Yongfuhui''s sauce chicken is the best in Shanghai, try it!"


    "Good talk!"


    The two tacitly agreed not to mention the matter of Baiyu Pixiu.


    Because it is not a meal in itself, and there is not much to eat in the morning, Zhou Ziqi does not order many dishes. In addition, Guo Shouyun and Qiu Manyun both ate some breakfast when they came, so they simply ate some and stopped after tasting the taste.


    After the three of them finished eating, they asked the waiter to remove the leftovers, and after changing a pot of tea, Tan Xing finally became strong again.


    "Mr. Guo, I want to come to Manyun and briefly mentioned what I asked for before mentioning this meeting. Now that a few days have passed, I don''t know how you think about it?"


    Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, "As China''s top construction company, there is no problem with the strength of Huaxia Construction Corporation. However, we have been cooperating with Hong Kong''s Cheung Kong Industrial Co., Ltd., and when there is no disagreement between the two parties and the cooperation is good, we rashly change the cooperation. It will affect the goodwill of our company.��


    "Mr. Guo, Global Fund''s reconstruction plan for the ruins of the Beijing World Style Garden is extremely ambitious, and a Cheung Kong Industrial Company may not be able to swallow it all!"


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    Chapter 607 Alternatives


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    "...In addition, does Mr. Guo know why the reconstruction plan for the ''World Custom Garden'' submitted by your company has never been approved by the Beijing Municipal Government?"


    "I would like to hear the details!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "There are two reasons. First, the real estate development across the country is overheating. In order to avoid the recurrence of the Hainan-South story, the central government intends to suppress it. Second, Mr. Guo''s ''World Style Garden'' reconstruction plan is large-scale, 5A-level super high-rise office buildings More than 12 buildings, together with luxury hotels and apartments, as well as other entertainment facilities, if successful, it will become a commercial CBD with huge influence in the capital and even the whole country.��


    "...Although such a grand reconstruction plan is beneficial to the future development of the capital, the World Style Park is located in the Fengtai District of the capital, and it is outside the Fourth Ring Road. Although it is not a suburb, it is not the core business district of the capital. It is not the core business district of the capital. It is in line with the urban construction and development plan of the Beijing Municipal Government. The industrial development pattern of the three major functional areas of the capital''s economic ''first line and two wings'' as mentioned in the above does not match."


    The "first line" refers to the construction of the Olympic Village and Olympic Garden on the north-south central axis of the capital where Tiananmen, the Forbidden City and the Asian Games Village are located, and the "two wings" refer to the construction of the Zhongguancun Science and Technology Park and the Central Business District.


    Guo Shouyun also knew the architectural plan of the Beijing Municipal Government''s ''first line and two wings''. However, at first he did not see this as the reason for hindering the renovation plan of the ''World Style Garden''. But now it seems that the ambiguous attitude of the Beijing city government is likely to stem from this.


    In addition, he ignored a factor. Now it is the capital of 2004, not the capital of 2019 in his memory. Even outside the Fourth Ring Road, it is now similar to the suburbs. Putting a central business district with huge investment in a place near the suburbs, and seriously violated the established urban development plan, with the mentality of Huaxia officialdom not seeking success but seeking faultlessness, I am afraid it is really difficult to pass the construction application of the Global Fund.


    "...If it weren''t for the overheating of Huaxia Real Estate, Mr. Guo''s huge investment might have been approved by the Beijing city government. But now the central government has clearly issued a signal to curb the overheating of the economy, especially real estate, with such a huge investment by Mr. Guo , even if your Excellency finds Zhongnanhai, I am afraid it will be difficult to get approval."


    After Guo Shouyun pondered for a while, "Mr. Zhou said just now that the Central China Central Committee has made it clear that the overheating economy has been suppressed, especially the real estate signal?"


    Zhou Ziqi nodded affirmatively.


    "Mr. Guo may not be clear, but in a few days, the State Council will issue a ''re-loan floating rate system'', and the central bank will also raise the deposit reserve. And this is just the beginning."


    "real?"


    "certainly!"


    Seeing the confidence in Zhou Ziqi''s expression, Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, and the man opposite had more background than he imagined.


    "Since Mr. Zhou has determined that the Beijing Municipal Government will not agree to the World Style Garden renovation plan submitted by the Global Fund, why bother to find me to discuss cooperation?"


    Zhou Ziqi smiled lightly, "Although Global Fund''s World Style Park plan cannot be realized, if the plan is slightly reduced and the construction land is placed in the central business district of Beijing, I believe it will definitely be possible to get approval from the Beijing city government. ."


    "Oh?" Guo Shouyun became interested, "It seems that Mr. Zhou already has a plan in mind?"


    "Mr. Guo, please look!"


    Zhou Ziqi took out a document from her briefcase and put it in front of Guo Shouyun. While he opened it, Zhou Ziqi continued to introduce: "This land is located at the southeast corner of East Third Ring Road and Chaoyangmenwai Street, next to Jingguang Bridge and less than 1,000 meters from Guomao. It is the core plot of Beijing''s central business district. With an area of ??97,000 square meters, it can be built into a magnificent building like the twin towers of the World Trade Center in New York.��


    After a pause, he looked at Guo Shouyun''s expression, "If Mr. Guo is interested, I can help you take down this land and get the construction approval authority of the Beijing Municipal Government. Of course, the premise is that Mr. Guo The construction rights are handed over to Huaxia Construction Group Corporation."


    "Since Mr. Zhou has such ability, and the plot located in the core area of ??Beijing''s CBD has great potential, why do you want to cooperate with me? I believe that there is no shortage of powerful investors in Huaxia."


    "There are indeed many powerful investors in Huaxia, but there are not many people who can invest more than 5 billion Huaxia coins. Moreover, if there are investors like Mr. Guo, plus the influence of super high-rise buildings in the world The effect caused by mutual cooperation is particularly sensational!"


    Hearing this, and looking at Zhou Ziqi''s expression, Guo Shouyun was taken aback. Although the person in front of him is the vice president of Huaxia Construction Group Corporation, he is still an official after all. If you are an official, you want to be promoted, and if you want to be promoted, you need to show good political achievements. If it is an official in charge of the local area, what he needs is the improvement of people''s livelihood and economy in the jurisdiction. What leaders of state-owned enterprises like Zhou Ziqi need are real corporate profits.


    After thinking about this, Zhou Ziqi''s purpose became clear.


    "I want to know, is this land in your hands now?"


    "I''m not here yet, but I promise Mr. Guo that as long as you agree to cooperate. At most three months, I''ll definitely send the ''plot'' to the Global Fund!"


    "Then I can look forward to meeting Mr. Zhou next time." Guo Shouyun asked after pondering for a while.


    "So you agree?" Zhou Ziqi said in surprise.


    "Of course! The land in the core business district of Beijing is very popular. Now that Mr. Zhou has brought it over to cooperate with Universal, I will not disagree." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "That couldn''t be better! Come on, let''s use tea instead of wine and toast to this successful cooperation between the two parties!"


    "cheers!"


    After negotiating the main things, the atmosphere of the banquet was really relaxed.


    "How long will Mr. Guo stay in China this time?"


    "Not sure. As the proportion of my investment in Huaxia continues to rise, now I am flying at both ends of China and the United States. When to leave, it depends on the situation!"


    "I see. However, if Mr. Guo doesn''t leave in a hurry, I''ll have a place the day after tomorrow. I wonder if Mr. Guo is interested?"


    "Oh? I''d like to hear about it!"


    "To be honest with Mr. Guo, in fact, I also like collecting antiques, and I usually pay more attention to it. The day after tomorrow, there is a ghost market for antiques in Fuyou Road, the magic capital. If Mr. Guo is interested, we can pick it up together at that time!"


    "Ghost city?"


    Guo Shouyun was interested when he heard it! Before his rebirth, he had watched a lot of novels and film and television programs about treasure appraising, and he was also familiar with the episodes of digging treasures in the antique ghost market, but so far he had never seen it with his own eyes.


    "It''s rare for Mr. Zhou to invite him. It just so happens that I''ve heard the name of the ''ghost city'' for a long time, so I''ll go and see it together this time."


    "Well, I will call Mr. Guo in person the day after tomorrow."


    "Thank you!"


    "You''re welcome, come and eat, or the dish will be cold!"


    With Zhou Ziqi''s greeting, the three chatted while eating, and the few dishes were finished within an hour. Qiu Manyun took the initiative to speak and ended the gathering. It just so happens that Zhou Ziqi also needs to go back to prepare the contract with the Global Fund and the most important thing - to take down the commercial land near the Jingguang Bridge.


    After watching Zhou Ziqi leave, Qiu Manyun turned his head and said, "Where are you going next? I''ll see you off!"


    "No, I''ll just go by myself."


    Qiu Manyun shrugged and didn''t continue this topic that he didn''t care about.


    "I''m curious, since you agreed to cooperate, what do you plan to do with the land in the World Style Garden?"


    "Since there is no way to do commercial real estate, it can only be changed to residential real estate!"


    "Residential real estate? You know that''s 680 acres of land?"


    "Isn''t there already a Tiantong Garden in the capital? Why not have another one? Besides, the project area of ??the World Style Garden is more than 20,000 square meters less than that of Tiantong Garden!"


    Qiu Manyun couldn''t help rolling his eyes. They were all super-large communities with nearly 500,000 square meters. What was less than 20,000 square meters.


    "It''s up to you, you have money anyway. But now is a special period, and the state''s policy on real estate development tends to be stricter. Your plan to rebuild the ''Tiantong Garden'' is better to wait. In addition, the land of the world style garden belongs to cultural tourism. Real estate is not residential real estate, you should try to change the nature of the land first!"


    "It''s simple, I think the Beijing city government doesn''t want to see such a large piece of ruins always lying there!"


    "You are really confident. But if you need it, you can ask me for help. In addition, the old Zhou family is in the central government, especially in the field of land and construction. You can also ask him for help!"


    "I see!"


    Qiu Manyun nodded, and after the bodyguard opened the door, he waved his hand casually.


    "I''ll go first, and I''ll come to your house for dinner at night."


    "goodbye!"


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    Chapter 608 Goodbye Ding Lei


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    Watching the red Porsche carrying Qiu Manyun go all the way, Wang Jue turned her head, "Boss, it''s time for us to go."


    "Um!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and turned to get in the car. However, instead of going home, he took the Shanghai-Kunming Expressway and took more than two hours to reach Hangzhou, which is 174 kilometers away from the magic capital.


    "It''s a pity that there is no high-speed rail. Otherwise, it would be much faster than taking a car."


    It is only 2004, and there are still more than four years before China''s first Beijing-Tianjin high-speed rail is actually put into operation. He wants to take the high-speed train and has to wait a long time.


    Guo Shouyun has no residence in Hangzhou, but he is here for the company, and he doesn''t really need to live here. In addition, Hangcheng and Mo are not far away, and Guo''s Manor has his own wife and children, so it is naturally impossible to live outside.


    It is not the first time for Guo Shouyun to come to NetEase''s headquarters in Hangzhou, so it can be regarded as a familiar experience. Because he only told Ding Lei that he was coming, but didn''t tell him what time. In addition, he also knew that he didn''t like to be greeted and sent to that set, so when Guo Shouyun got off the bus, there was no welcome team at the door.


    Taking Wang Jue and Matthew into the office building of NetEase, a middle-aged man in a black suit hurriedly greeted him with a few assistants.


    "boss!"


    "Vice President Qin?!"


    Qin Han, the vice president of NetEase, said quickly, "Mr. Ding knew that you were coming, so I specially asked me to greet you here."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Thanks a lot, where is Mr. Ding?"


    "Waiting for you in the office!"


    "I''ll go up and find him!"


    "I''ll take you there!"


    Guo Shouyun did not refuse.


    When he came to Dingley''s office, the latter also looked up from his busy business.


    "It seems that I disturbed your work." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "I just want to take a break, too."


    We have known each other for a long time. Although they are subordinates in name, they are more of a friendship. So it''s easier to communicate.


    After sitting down on the sofa in the reception area next to them, an assistant naturally served them tea.


    "Looking at you, there are a lot of things going on in the company recently?"


    "Some time ago, NetEase Mall just launched the big home appliance business, coupled with the construction of the logistics system in the Southwest Region, so there are many things."


    "I read the operating and financial data of Netease Mall last year. The total operating volume of 2.46 billion Chinese currency is nearly double that of Dangdang and eBay. Very good!"


    "This is also thanks to the bumper income from the game business, otherwise we would not be able to continue to expand in logistics, without strong logistics support, there will be no good customer experience, without good customer experience, it is impossible to bring more There are many NetEase users." After a pause, Ding Lei said with admiration, "The boss''s strategy of making logistics the first development goal of NetEase Mall is indeed very wise!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly. After all, he has more than ten years of past life memories. If he didn''t know the focus of e-commerce, he would be reborn in vain.


    "No matter how good the decision is, if the execution is not in place, there is no way to succeed. Compared with my two mouths, the key to NetEase''s success or failure lies in your leadership. Therefore, NetEase has the current situation, and it is you who really need to thank you! "


    When the words fell, he picked up the teacup and gestured to Ding Lei, after the two finished drinking.


    "Boss, I''m going to develop a chat software!"


    After Guo Shouyun''s expression stagnated for a while, he looked at Ding Lei opposite, "Have you really decided?"


    "Well! The name is NetEase Bubble, and the plan has been done."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said with a smile: "I had long thought that this day would come, but I didn''t expect it to come so soon. ... You and Ma Huateng are both the top talents in China Internet. Although you have different personalities, but Similar aggressiveness in business operations! It''s a good thing, but you have to understand that not all Internet businesses are suitable for NetEase."


    "I understand. ... The three strategic businesses of portal website, e-commerce and online games, I will not have any relaxation because of opening up new businesses!"


    "That''s good!"


    "But according to what you mean, Tencent is also planning to develop new businesses?" Ding Lei asked curiously.


    "E-commerce!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "That''s it. Tencent, Alibaba, Newegg, Amazon, HC.com, which has just acquired eBay, plus our NetEase, China''s e-commerce is really a crowd of rivals!" Ding Lei laughed.


    "Isn''t this very good, competition can quickly expand the market! However, don''t lose the first-mover advantage of Netease Mall."


    "Of course! I won''t do the stupid thing of picking up sesame seeds and throwing away watermelon!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, he paused for a moment, "Have you thought about going public?"


    "Listed?!"


    A surprised look appeared on Ding Lei''s face.


    "When you were in London, didn''t you make a plan for NetEase not to go public? Why now...?"


    "This time and that time!"


    Guo Shouyun said with a bit of sigh.


    Three years ago, he only regarded the companies he held or held in Huaxia as an investment, but now with the birth of Ji Hong and Ji Zheng''s children, he must make plans early for some things that he hadn''t considered before, especially future ''separation'' thing.


    Regardless of past life or present life, there are too many companies that had a bright future, because the separation of the family was in chaos, and the opportunity for development was missed, and everyone was obliterated. He didn''t want to make the same mistake again. Therefore, you must make plans for the future when you are still young.


    "��you are not willing?"


    Ding Lei hurriedly shook his head, "Of course not. If NetEase can talk about going public What was the previous shareholding structure...?"


    "There is no need to change, Hanhua Trust still holds 49% of the shares. However, if Hanhua or myself inject capital into NetEase again in the future, or reduce its holdings, this shareholding ratio will also increase or decrease accordingly."


    Hearing this, Ding Lei breathed a sigh of relief. As long as the shareholding structure is not changed, the established interests are not changed.


    "What if I want to raise money?" After pondering for a moment, Ding Lei stared at the man opposite and said in a serious tone.


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes. Financing is to absorb foreign funds, and the consequences will dilute Hanhua Trust or his shareholding in NetEase.


    "As the CEO of NetEase, external financing is your right, as long as you ensure that the funds are really what NetEase needs. However, what Hanhua Trust needs is priority under the same conditions. Also... the shares lent to the outside world must be non-existent. Preferred stock with voting rights."


    He gave NetEase the right to go public, but he did not intend to give up control of it.


    "What if it goes public?" Ding Lei asked immediately.


    "Naturally, it follows the rules of the stock market where it is listed!"


    Ding Lei nodded, "I understand!"


    "Old Ding, although I lifted NetEase''s listing restrictions, the previous 51% equity still belongs to NetEase employees. If financing is required, it will be diluted proportionally."


    Seeing Ding Lei nod, Guo Shouyun stood up.


    "Let''s go, it''s almost time. Take me around the company, and then we''ll have dinner together!"


    "My treat!"


    "Of course it''s your treat! Who asked you to be the landlord, and who didn''t you invite?"


    The two laughed and walked out of the office.


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    Chapter 609: New Rong Ji


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    Under the leadership of Ding Lei, Guo Shouyun turned around the headquarters of NetEase, which had obviously expanded a lot. Then I went to the logistics transit center in Xiaoshan, checked the living and living environment of the logistics staff, and after a brief communication with them, I was led by Ding Lei to "Xin Rong Ji".


    This is a Chinese restaurant located in the Xixi Wetland in Hangzhou. Because of the beautiful scenery and the delicious Taizhou seafood, it has been appreciated by the upper class of Hangzhou since its opening, and it is also the first choice for many business people to have dinner together.


    "It looks like you are very interested in this restaurant?"


    Noticing that Guo Shouyun kept looking around after he came in, Ding Lei asked curiously.


    "The first time I came here, I was curious and couldn''t help but take a second look."


    Even so, the more reason is that Ji Hong has plans to enter the high-end catering industry. As her lover, he subconsciously wants to know more about this aspect. However, there is no need to tell Dingleido about this kind of thing for the time being.


    "Here are our menus, gentlemen."


    Seeing Ding Lei handing over the menu, Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    "You are a frequent visitor here. You know better than me what is there to eat. You should order food!"


    Ding Lei, who knew his informal character, did not refuse and ordered a few signature dishes.


    "I ordered the dishes, but you should order the wine?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took the menu and turned to the drinks page to have a look. It is found that the best red wines here are only the new wines of the first-class Bordeaux wines such as Latour, Lafite, and Mouton. The aging of classic years such as 86, 92, and 94 cannot be seen here.


    As for the top red wines with smaller yields such as Roman��e-Conti, Patus, and Pont Canet, let alone. But this is also normal. Including Lafite and Latour, the world''s top red wine is produced in a year. However, there are tens of thousands of high-end restaurants in the world. When there are many monks and few porridges, it is so easy to order.


    "Bring me a bottle of Mouton 2001 and wake up 45 minutes after opening it!"


    Guo Shouyun ordered their best bottle of red wine here.


    "Okay, please wait a moment."


    "Boss, take the liberty to ask. Why did you suddenly allow NetEase to go public?"


    Ding Lei asked after the waiter left.


    "It''s better to be blocked." After looking at him, Guo Shouyun continued, "As China Internet companies such as The Ninth City, Ctrip, Elong, etc. have been listed on the Nasdaq one after another, the wealth-making movement generated by the Internet is bound to happen. It will arouse the envy of all Internet practitioners in China. This desire cannot be stopped by blocking it alone. In this case, it is better to let it go."


    "...Besides, I''m not what I was three years ago. At that time, my attitude towards wealth and opportunity was: I try to hold it in my hands as much as possible, and try not to expose it if I can. But now I''ve experienced a lot more. , as my thinking becomes more mature, I understand better that when you try to grasp everything in your hand, it is difficult to grasp everything. But if you only grasp a few points, then instead Easier."


    After a pause, "If you are careful, you will find that. Since the end of 2001 to the present, I have not entered any new industry except for Unocal. Even Unocal is only an independent branch of the oil and gas business of the original Pacific Energy Group. That''s it."


    "...Lao Ding, I lift the restrictions of NetEase, which is to let you develop freely and boldly according to your own ideas. With your talent and ability, I believe that the future of NetEase will be extremely brilliant!"


    Looking at his affirmative eyes, listening to his encouraging tone, coupled with his extraordinary status and influence today. Even Ding Lei, who has experienced workplace experience, has a little more mentality in his heart that "scholars die for confidants".


    "I will do my best to develop NetEase to the best!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded. Although what he said before was not the fundamental reason why he lifted the restrictions on NetEase''s listing, it was also one of the reasons, and the effect was good.


    "Sir, your order has arrived!"


    "Put it here, thank you!"


    After the waiter put down the food and left, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Okay, now it''s time to eat. We''ll talk about work later, let''s try the food first."


    "It''s a pity that the red wine has to wait for a while before I can drink it!" Ding Lei nodded in agreement and said.


    Generally speaking, a good red wine needs to wake up for an hour before the taste can really reach the top level. But if time is not enough, half an hour or forty-five minutes is fine. Considering that after eating with Ding Lei later, he has to rush back to the magic capital, so if he can save a little time, he will save a little.


    After eating, drinking and chatting briefly, Guo Shouyun put down his glass and glanced at Ding Lei, who had become more mellow across the street, "What do you think of Ma Yun?"


    "Horse luck?!"


    Ding Lei was stunned for a moment.


    "Yeah! ... In the same city are all Internet companies, and they are involved in e-commerce. I think you have met many times, and you should have a deep impression of him!"


    Ding Lei nodded, "He is indeed a person who is easy to impress people!"


    "Tell me about it!"


    "Ma Yun is undoubtedly an excellent entrepreneur, especially his eloquence, which is the best among all the people I have ever met, and is very contagious! In addition, his foresight of the Internet is very impressive in the face of Nasda. I admire the persistence in overcoming the crisis and the perseverance in the face of adversity."


    "...Alibaba''s corporate strategy is also excellent. Not only does it take the lead in the B2B field, but Taobao.com, which has just been established for only a year, has also developed impressively. Now in the C2C field, he is already eBay''s biggest rival."


    "I didn''t expect you to rate him so highly!"


    Seeing the surprised look on his face, Ding Lei smiled and said: "Although Taobao and Netease are competitive, this does not mean that I will belittle my opponent. On the contrary, I will try to study all his strengths and weaknesses. So what is the saying, ''the one who knows himself best is always the enemy''!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. The grievances and grievances between Ma Yun and Ding Lei in later generations can be compiled into a best business war novel. He originally thought that before the eBay incident and the Alibaba VIE turmoil in 2011, the relationship between the two was not too bad. But now, since the two set foot on e-commerce at the same time, they are destined to go against each other.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and just when he was about to continue to say something, he suddenly saw the strange expression on Ding Lei''s face!


    Following the look in his eyes, he turned his head and smiled.


    "What a coincidence!"


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    Chapter 610 Internet Business Conference


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    "Mr. Guo, Lao Ding, I didn''t expect to see the two of you here!"


    Guo Shouyun stood up with a smile, looking at the little man who was striding forward, smiling but powerful.


    "Mr. Ma also came here to eat?"


    "Xinrongji''s seafood is a must in Hangzhou. I happen to be a person who likes to eat, so I am a frequent visitor here. Lao Ding must know this!" Ma Yun''s eyes turned to Ding Lei next to him.


    "Lao Ma is indeed a frequent visitor here!"


    Facing the eyes of the two, Ding Lei smiled.


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, looking around Ma Yun, "Mr. Cai, we meet again!"


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    Cai Chongxin took the initiative to stretch out his right hand.


    After the two sides simply greeted, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "You two just came?"


    "Just finished the meeting, come a little late!" Ma Yun said.


    "If the two of you don''t dislike it, why don''t you sit down together? We are just starting to eat! Moreover, this bottle of Mouton from 2001 has been awake for more than 40 minutes, and it''s just time to take a bite." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Since Mr. Guo sincerely wants to invite, he can''t refuse!"


    Seeing Ma Yun say this, Cai Chongxin smiled and did not refuse.


    After the four of them sat down, Guo Shouyun''s eyes quickly swept across their faces.


    "Speaking of which, I would like to congratulate the two of you. Following Alibaba''s break-even in 2002, both revenue and profit rose last year; Taobao, which was just launched, has also become an e-commerce website that can compete with eBay in the c2c field within a year. The two of you can''t do without!"


    "Mr. Guo has won the prize. Taobao is far from NetEase. Besides, Alibaba Group is developing well, and you are the biggest beneficiary." Ma Yun said.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, he understood the meaning of the other party''s words. Since the last time he came to Huaxia to participate in Alibaba''s venture capital investment, the shares of Alibaba he held through Hanhua Trust have increased from 7.8% at the beginning to 20% now! Because of his intervention, SoftBank and Masayoshi Son, who were supposed to be Alibaba''s largest investors, are now blocked from the door.


    "In terms of benefits, all I get is money, and Mr. Ma Yun gets ''fame and fortune''. If Alibaba becomes a world-class enterprise in the future, then compared to me as an investor, you as a founder will gain global The affirmation of the business world, so you are the biggest beneficiary of Alibaba''s development! ... Do you think so, Mr. Ma Yun?"


    "Mr. Guo''s words are refreshing! But I''m more curious, if Alibaba competes with eBay, how do you handle yourself?"


    "eBay?"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned.


    "Mr. Guo doesn''t own more than 30% of eBay, far more than your stake in Alibaba!"


    "It''s true. However, I didn''t expect that Mr. Ma would target Taobao so quickly on eBay!"


    "Having a clear strategic goal will prevent you from going in the wrong direction. I learned this from Mr. Guo."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I''m really honored. But back to Mr. Ma''s question. If Alibaba and eBay compete in the C2C field in the future, I won''t favor either side."


    "Just you, or all the businesses you control or hold?"


    "As for the shareholding in the companies I control, as an investor, I cannot interfere with the other party''s normal business activities without any reason. Just like I cannot interfere with the operations of Mr. Ma and Mr. Cai''s Alibaba."


    "What if it was NetEase?"


    Ma Yun nodded, glanced at Ding Lei, who was silent next to him, and continued.


    "It depends on Lao Ding himself. He is the CEO of NetEase, and I''m just an investor!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Although the truth was not what he said, in front of outsiders, Ding Lei had to be given enough face.


    "I''m just the operator of NetEase, and I still have to listen to your opinions for important decisions!" Ding Lei is not stupid, and he also gave Guo Shouyun enough respect.


    "The two of you said so, then I''m relieved! ... Lao Ding, we Alibaba hope to cooperate with NetEase to do some publicity for Taobao''s business."


    Ding Lei nodded.


    "As long as it is a business that NetEase can do, we will not refuse. However, we can find a time to sit down and discuss the specific cooperation."


    "Of course! It''s rare to have delicious food and wine now. I don''t want to let it down. ... Come on, Mr. Guo. Today, I will use flowers to offer Buddha a toast to you. If I have time someday, I will treat you to dinner in person."


    "Then I''ll be waiting for Mr. Ma''s invitation."


    "certainly!"


    "cheers!"


    "cheers!"


    "How long will Mr. Guo stay in China this time?" Cai Chongxin asked suddenly.


    "It''s not fixed. If the things here can be dealt with earlier, I''ll leave earlier. If it''s later, I''ll leave later. However, Huaxia is a place I often come to. Even if I leave this time, it will be very fast. Come back again."


    "It seems that Mr. Guo is very optimistic about China''s future!" Cai Chongxin nodded clearly and said.


    "Of course. Otherwise, I wouldn''t have invested a lot of money here!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun glanced at the other party, "Mr. Cai asked that, what should be the matter?"


    "Mr. Guo is right. In order to promote the future development of the e-commerce industry, Alibaba Group intends to hold an ''Internet Business Conference'' in the middle of this year."


    "Internet Business Conference?" Guo Shouyun said with great interest.


    As a reborn person, he is no stranger to Alibaba''s annual online business conference.


    Cai Chongxin nodded.


    "Over the past ten years, a large number of merchants have achieved commercial success through the Internet and e-commerce. A large group of ''Internet merchants'' has been formed, and we are preparing for this conference and hope that it will attract the attention of the public, so as to further Improve the popularity of Internet e-commerce, let more people join in, and then promote the progress of the entire industry."


    "That''s a good idea!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively. In fact, as Cai Chongxin said, the online business conference has attracted the attention of the whole society and attracted more and more people to join the ranks. In his memory, stories of becoming millionaires and multi-millionaires through the Internet were popular among the entire youth class from 2004 to 2010. Including himself, he also opened an online shop on Taobao with the crowd.


    However, he was still a step too late, and the good resources had already been occupied by the old birds. In addition, he is a part-timer, and he can''t keep up with energy, and he is reluctant to spend money on bills. After half a year, the online store became yellow.


    His failure does not prove the failure of the "Internet Business Conference". On the contrary, it is precisely because of Alibaba''s continuous publicity that e-commerce has become one of the important factors for China to lead the world in the future.


    "If I was in Huaxia at the time, I would definitely participate."


    "We must call Mr. Guo in person at that time!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    Afterwards, everyone exchanged cups, and the dinner was over at about ten o''clock in the evening In the car returning home, Ding Lei opened his mouth and said, "The Internet Business Conference, Ma Yun and the others are a good idea. As soon as this meeting opened, Alibaba''s influence in the e-commerce field has skyrocketed, which can not only bring benefits, but also get a good reputation! It''s a good way!"


    "Envy?" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "I''m really envious. But the same method is not suitable for NetEase!"


    Although NetEase Mall is also an e-commerce business, it is B2C if it is subdivided, that is, platform-to-person. Even the cooperative enterprises are all large, electronic, cultural, food and other companies that have been established for many years. They only regard Netease Mall as an online sales channel, and their importance is not as important as the offline transaction channels established for many years. It is simply unrealistic to hold a similar "Internet Partner Conference", and it is not as effective as Alibaba''s "Internet Business Conference". And pick up people''s teeth and make people laugh.


    "NetEase is not Alibaba, we just need to do B2C well."


    "I understand!" After a pause, "Alibaba''s Taobao and eBay competition...?"


    "It''s up to you to decide this matter, I won''t interfere!"


    No matter whether Ding Lei will still be like what he remembered in his previous life, because this matter parted ways with Ma Yun and Alibaba, he will not interfere.


    Today''s Guo Shouyun''s identity has reached a certain level, no matter whether the two sides will have bad relations in the future, the relationship with him will not change!


    After delivering Ding Lei to his residence, Guo Shouyun drove away from Hangcheng. By the time he took three hours to get home, it was already after the early morning.


    Seeing that the waiting room was still on, Guo Shouyun handed over his coat to Wang Jue to put it away, and then walked up.


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    Chapter 611: Household Registration Issues


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    "You''re back?"


    Seeing the lover who pushed in the door, Ji Hong lifted the blanket and walked over. The new year has just passed, and the weather is still cold, but because of the existence of heating, the room is not cold, but a little hot. Therefore, Ji Hong, who only wears silk pajamas, is particularly slender. In addition, after she gave birth, her body became plump, the cold girl temperament was much less, and the charming young woman temperament added infinite temptation.


    Looking at Ji Hong who brought the pajamas for him, Guo Shouyun''s heart became hot, and he stepped forward and hugged her waist.


    Feeling the heat in her lover''s eyes, Ji Hong''s heart throbbed and her pretty face turned red. Now, she also recognizes Guo Shouyun as her husband. Therefore, acting has become a lot less scruples.


    "Go take a shower, I''ll wait for you in bed!"


    After pushing the man in his arms, Ji Hong said softly.


    "Hey, it''ll be ready soon!"


    Guo Shouyun, who followed his words, quickly took off his clothes and walked into the bathroom. After rubbing his body, he wiped off the water stains on his body and ran back to the bedroom.


    Of course, there is no need to say much about the latter. The hibiscus tent is warm for the spring night, and the event in the world is nothing but this!


    Early the next morning, Guo Shouyun, who was just about to eat breakfast, saw Qiu Manyun striding outside.


    "Hey, do you have a seat for me today?"


    Looking at the extra tableware on the table, as well as the fried eggs, bread, and the milk next to it, Qiu Manyun smiled in surprise.


    "I knew you were coming, so I asked Ma Zhang to prepare it for you!" Ji Zheng laughed.


    After glancing at Guo Shouyun next to him, "You still have a conscience!"


    Hearing this, looking at Qiu Manyun who was sitting down by himself, he raised his eyebrows and didn''t say anything more.


    After eating the nutritious but small breakfast, Guo Shouyun drank the tea brought by the servant and took a few sips, "Qiu Manyun, I have something I hope you can help!"


    "Ask me for help?" After being stunned for a while, Qiu Manyun put down the teacup in his hand, "It''s rare that a proud guy like you can take the initiative to ask me for help!...Tell me, what''s the matter?"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t care about her tone.


    "I hope to put Ruiqi and Ruiyu''s household registration in Huaxia!"


    "what?"


    Guo Shouyun''s words attracted the attention of the surrounding women.


    "Are you serious?"


    After restraining the shock on his face, Qiu Manyun asked.


    "I''ve been thinking about this for a long time, of course I''m serious!"


    Seeing the affirmative look on Guo Shouyun''s face, Qiu Manyun fell silent. She originally thought that Guo Shouyun would move the household registrations of her two children to the United States or Hong Kong. But now it seems that he is far more surprising than he thought.


    "why?"


    After being surprised, Qiu Manyun couldn''t help but wonder. Ji''s sisters, as well as Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing next to them were also very curious, and followed her closely and set their eyes on Guo Shouyun''s face.


    "There is a saying in Huaxia that ''you can''t put your eggs in one basket''. In order to inherit the long-term inheritance, it is impossible for my Guo family to put all their hopes on the American family. After all, thousands of years of human civilization history have been countless times. Prove that there has never been an empire that lasts forever in this world. How can there be no eggs under the nest!"


    Qiu Manyun nodded, "I didn''t expect you to think so far at such a young age!"


    "Men are born like this. In addition to their own power and status, the most consideration is the inheritance of their blood!" After a pause, "How about, do you agree to what I said just now? With your strength, this should be a trivial matter. A pile."


    "It''s really a trivial matter. But if you have such a layout in the United States and China, are you not afraid that those powerful figures in the United States will exclude you from the core of power when they know about it in the future? You know, no one likes the wallists!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "The United States is not China. There, money represents everything, and politics must yield to it. Moreover, I have my own way to enter the core layer."


    "Okay!" Qiu Manyun nodded, looking at the man in front of him and continued, "I have another question, why don''t you leave the household registration of your two children in Hong Kong. It''s also in China, and it''s convenient for you. "


    "Although Hong Kong is China, the system it operates is not China''s fundamental socialism. I don''t want Ruiqi and Ruiyu, as well as my other children, to grow up in such an isolated environment in the future. This will only cause them Narrow vision and unfamiliarity with the Chinese environment are not good for their future development!"


    Regardless of the memory of the past life or the experience of this life, in Guo Shouyun''s eyes, Hong Kong is a small place with no prospects for development. Being trapped here will only make your vision narrow. The vast mainland of China is the place where his descendants can gallop. The Internet, quantum technology, space technology, 5G, etc., these industries contain infinite possibilities in the future, and there is no possibility at all in Hong Kong.


    "The last question, are you going to keep those industries in the future Huaxia Guo family?"


    Qiu Manyun''s words brought the Ji sisters, as well as Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing''s attention to him again.


    Guo Shouyun understood their thoughts, and he had already thought about it for a long time.


    "Among my companies, as long as they are headquartered in Huaxia, they will be left to the future Huaxia Guo family!"


    "Including Hanhua Holding Company and Hanhua Trust?" Qiu Manyun asked immediately.


    Compared with Tencent, NetEase and other companies that are not well-known and have not yet entered the mainstream business circle, Hanhua Holdings, which has an estimated market value of more than 30 billion US dollars, and Hanhua Trust, which has a market value of 12 billion US dollars, are undoubtedly Guo Shouyun. Doubtful giant.


    "You know a lot!" Guo Shouyun glanced at her and nodded, "Of course!"


    As soon as the two words fell, he felt that the eyes around him instantly became hot! Qiu Manyun, Ji Hong and others were nothing but Wang Jue, Wu Xiaojing, and Ji Zheng, who had always been pure, and they all became staring at him, which caused him quite a headache.


    "You are really a good father. ... I will give this matter to me, and I promise to do it for you within two days. By the way, where do you plan to keep their household registration?"


    "The magic capital, the political meaning of the capital is too strong!" Guo Shouyun threw out what he had long thought of.


    With their own circumstances, it is unlikely that the descendants of the Guo family will enter politics and gain high positions in the future. Unless after three or four generations, the Guo family is completely integrated into Huaxia, there will be such a possibility. However, Guo Shouyun feels that as long as the Guo family in the United States still exists, the possibility is not too great. In this case, it is better to work hard in the business world all the time.


    The only thing to worry about is that doing business in China is always inferior to politics. Choosing the business world means that the future Huaxia Guo family will never become a real top family.


    However, as a commoner, he was lucky enough to develop his family and become a wealthy family in the business world. As for the future generations, it depends on how his descendants worked hard.


    "It''s rare that you think so long-term. The magic capital is indeed the most suitable for your current situation!"


    After nodding his head, Qiu Manyun stood up, "I''ve finished my meal, and I''ve finished my tea, let''s go!"


    "What?"


    Guo Shouyun said.


    "Of course it''s your precious son and daughter who registered for the household registration! ... Why, you don''t plan to let me, an outsider, be responsible for the whole process, right?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and stood up.


    "By the way, you two stay at home. By the way, help me sort out the information submitted by NetEase." After taking the jacket handed over by Wang Jue, he said to his two assistants.


    After Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing looked at each other, they nodded despite some reluctance.


    "Let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun took Matthew and Qiu Manyun out together.


    Came to the car, "When you reach the intersection, you can get off!"


    "Why? Do you regret it?" Qiu Man said.


    Guo Shouyun neither nodded nor shook his head.


    "I''m not suitable to come forward now. ... Otherwise, why should I ask you to help!"


    He didn''t want to cause trouble all over the city and embarrass Wendy in America! Otherwise, the furious Roosevelt family will also put enormous pressure on themselves. Before his wings are truly full, he can''t do anything without any scruples.


    Qiu Manyun is also a smart person. She can think of Guo Shouyun''s concerns, but it''s not all of them In this case, why did you promise me to come out when you were at home just now? "


    "I just don''t want Ji Hong and Ji Zheng to be sad!"


    "I can''t see that you are still so pity and cherish jade." After a pause, Qiu Manyun leaned into his ear and said with a chuckle, "You won''t really fall in love with them, will you?"


    Smelling the seductive fragrance of the orchid like musk, Guo Shouyun suppressed the throbbing in his heart, and his expression was always calm: "They are the mothers of my children! Whether it is love or family, I will give them what they deserve. everything of!"


    "You really are a bad man who can''t be hated!"


    "hiss!"


    Guo Shouyun took a deep breath. As the woman beside him stretched his right hand between his legs, his original calm expression could not be maintained at all.


    "What do you want to do?"


    "Don''t be so nervous, it''s not that you haven''t touched it!"


    After playing a bit, before Guo Shouyun broke out, Qiu Manyun retracted his hand in time.


    "Let the guy in front stop, I should go!"


    Guo Shouyun took a deep breath and glanced at the charming and sultry woman beside him, but with a beautiful face and a hot figure.


    "Matthew, stop!"


    "Yes!"


    After answering, Matthew stopped the car steadily to the side of the road.


    "Bah!" After kissing Guo Shouyun on the face, he whispered in his ear, "If you want to put me under your body and let you ravage it, you should develop and expand your industry in Huaxia as soon as possible! ... I''m leaving. !"


    Looking at the beautiful figure who opened the car door and left with a charming smile, Guo Shouyun took a breath, suppressed the throbbing in his heart, and secretly said: "This is really a sultry fairy! If you want to come to the ancient world, Su Daji and Chen Yuanyuan are just like this! "


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    Chapter 612 Business Distribution


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    "Boss, where are we going next?"


    After Qiu Manyun left, Matthew asked.


    "Go to the branch of Universal Real Estate in Modu."


    The plan of the World Style Garden has changed, and he will notify Tang Wenfang and Xing Zhiping about this. Of course, home was more suitable than where he was going. But when he came out, he said that he would work with Qiu Manyun to solve the household registration problem of the two children. Of course it was impossible to go back so early.


    When I came to Universal''s office in Modu again, except for the staff who belonged to it, Tang Wenfang and Xing Zhiping had already left. But now that communication is developed, it is natural that they do not need to be there. It''s just that face-to-face communication is more intuitive than a conference call.


    After asking Xu Zhaoyuan, the general manager of the Magic Capital Branch of Global Real Estate, to prepare a conference room, Guo Shouyun called Tang Wenfang and Xing Zhiping.


    "boss��!"


    "Mr. Tang, Lao Xing, I came to you today to discuss something with you."


    "Please speak!"


    "Do you know Zhou Ziqi?" Guo Shouyun nodded and asked.


    "I know, this person is the vice president of Huaxia Construction Engineering Corporation and the general manager of the Beijing Branch of Huaxia Construction Engineering Corporation. It is said that he has a red background." Tang Wenfang said.


    "This person is quite capable. At the age of 37, he took the position of vice president of Huaxia Construction Engineering Corporation. He once participated in the planning of the construction of the third phase of the World Trade Center, and has deep connections in the Beijing real estate industry." Xing Zhiping said.


    Huaxia Construction Engineering Corporation belongs to a class of central enterprises. The candidates for its chairman, party committee (party group) secretary, and general manager are determined by the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, which is the same as the appointment and dismissal authority of general vice-minister-level cadres. , and are therefore considered equivalent to vice-ministerial-level cadres. The deputy position is determined by the SASAC.


    According to the administrative level of Huaxia, the deputy ministerial level is also equivalent to the deputy provincial level. The deputy positions of Huaxia Construction Engineering Corporation are equivalent to the cadres at the department level, similar to the senior officials and mayors of prefecture-level cities. Being able to sit in this position at the age of 37, Zhou Ziqi is indeed extraordinary!


    "This person asked me to meet two days ago and talked about the renovation plan of our team''s ''World Style Garden''...!" Guo Shouyun briefly described the situation after the two met.


    "Boss, I was the one who neglected my duty. At that time, I only considered factors such as funds, land, and environment when making plans, but forgot the municipal planning of the Beijing Municipal Government." Xing Zhiping said with guilt.


    "You are indeed responsible for this matter, but I am not without fault. I also made the same mistake, but fortunately things have turned around. ... Although the Jingguang Bridge is not as big as the World Style Garden, it is located in the capital city. The central business district is a rare gem. You can get in touch with Zhou Ziqi, and if conditions permit, put the construction plan of the ''Twin Towers'' there."


    "Understood! That land in the World Style Garden...?"


    "I have thought about it in the past few days. The reconstruction of the World Style Park is divided into two parts. First, take out 120 acres of land to build a large commercial center with two office buildings and hotels. Second, the remaining 560 Mu of land, all super high-rise residential quarters, that is, 33 floors, but no more than 100 meters."


    Buildings over 100 meters long will have almost strict requirements on materials, earthquake resistance, fire prevention and other facilities, and there will be more common pool area, which is really not cost-effective.


    Therefore, Huaxia''s real estate is basically 6, 18 or 33 floors. Properties with other levels are rarely available.


    "...All the residential real estates under construction are mainly small square meters, with two-bedrooms no more than 90 square meters, and one-bedrooms are mainly single apartments of 35-50 square meters. The two-bedroom apartments can be sold to the outside world, and they can stay after the investment is recovered. The rest , including the single apartment, which are all reserved as fixed assets of the company and leased out.��


    As a memory from a previous life, Guo Shouyun never planned to spend much money on real estate development, nor did he want to become a company like Country Garden, Evergrande, or Vanke. Because China''s urbanization process always has a low ebb, compared to countries such as the United States and Japan that have already completed this process. The rental market has more possibilities than real estate investment. Although it seems that the huge profits are not as good as real estate investment, it is better in the long run. Moreover, the fixed asset income obtained from the appreciation of real estate may not be comparable to the income from real estate development.


    "...Lao Xing, the commercial building will be handed over to Global Fund. The residential real estate will be handed over to Mr. Tang''s Global Real Estate!"


    "Yes, boss!"


    "clear!"


    "Boss, 560 acres of land is a bit too big for a residential community. Should we plan for several different communities?"


    "You can figure this out for yourself!"


    Although he used Tiantongyuan as an example to talk about this topic with Qiu Manyun at the beginning, it is better to leave it to Global Real Estate to be responsible for the specifics. As the company''s top leader, he is only responsible for strategic planning When it comes to specific matters, it is naturally Tang Wenfang and the others who are in charge.


    "Yes!"


    Tang Wenfang nodded.


    "Lao Xing, after your ''large-scale commercial complex'' design draft is completed, show it to me. What I want to say is: considering the location factor, it does not need to be too luxurious, with a construction area of ??500,000 to 600,000 square meters. The commercial center Highlighting the needs of shopping and catering, the occupancy businesses are mainly mid-end. The office building is for small and medium-sized companies, but it must be a formally registered company, and the occupation is inclined to the Internet and technology. Our office building cannot become a mixed place. The hotel is 4-star Well, don''t be too high-end."


    Fengtai District, where the World Style Garden is now located, is not the core business district of the capital, nor will it become a developed commercial area in the future. Therefore, there is no need to build a place that is too tall, as long as everything is suitable. This is also the lesson he learned after the failure of the first draft of the "World Style Garden".


    "Yes, boss!"


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say, do you have anything else to do?"


    "temporarily unavailable!"


    Tang Wenfang and Xing Zhiping invariably gave negative answers.


    "That''s it. Regarding what I just said, the two of you will meet early, and then make a rough plan and ask Zhou Ziqi to discuss it. By the way, remember to change the land use nature of the World Style Garden as soon as possible."


    "Yes!"


    Finally, after a brief chat between the two parties, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    Not long after, his cell phone rang suddenly. Looking at the caller ID, he couldn''t help laughing.


    "This really means Cao Cao, Cao Cao is here!"


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    Chapter 613 No. 32 on the Bund


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    "Hey, Mr. Guo, I''m Zhou Ziqi!"


    "Mr. Zhou, it''s still morning, it''s still very early before dark!"


    "Haha, it seems that my call is a waste of money. However, if you are fine at night, let''s have dinner together, and by the way, I will introduce some friends to you! After dinner, we will go to the ghost market together. "


    Considering that he wanted to cooperate with Zhou Ziqi, Guo Shouyun did not refuse.


    "Okay, where is it?"


    "Tang Pavilion, another high-end restaurant in Modu, is guaranteed to satisfy Mr. Guo!"


    "The place Mr. Zhou chose is unusual, so let''s settle it here."


    "7 o''clock in the evening, Mr. Guo, we will see you soon!"


    "Okay, see you soon!"


    After a brief chat, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. Looking at the time, it was already noon. After calling Qiu Manyun again to ask about the progress on Qiu Manyun''s side, he left the office of the Magic Capital Branch of Global Real Estate and went home.


    In the afternoon, when Guo Shouyun was reviewing company documents in his study, Ji Hong unexpectedly pushed the door and walked in. He put a stack of documents in front of him.


    "This is��?"


    "The general information of the ''Bund Source'' renovation project launched by Magic City in 2002, among which No. 32 on the Bund, the former British Consulate General in Shanghai, is very suitable as the address of the Magic City Plaza Hotel."


    As an old driver who lived in Modu for many years in the last life, he is no stranger to ''The Bund Source''. It is at the confluence of Huangpu River and Suzhou River, starting from Huangpu River in the east, reaching Middle Sichuan Road in the west, Suzhou River in the north, and Dianchi Road in the south, covering an area of ??16.4 hectares.


    From the opening of Modu to the 1850s, the establishment of foreign banks, docks, and waterfront warehouses, as well as the construction of the British Consulate, opened up the modern trade and financial industry in Modu.


    After the 1860s, with the influx of foreign financiers and professional technical service companies, Mak Huatuo, then the British consul in Shanghai, set aside most of the British consulate base for foreign businessmen to buy properties and for expatriates. Provide cultural and entertainment facilities, set up and build facilities such as museums, theaters, schools, publishing houses, churches, parks, bridges, etc., and various political, cultural, religious, commercial and other institutions and groups, making the Bund source area and the surrounding environment together. A multi-functional comprehensive community.


    Therefore, the source area of ??the Bund is one of the important birthplaces of politics, culture, western learning, finance and commerce in the modern magic capital.


    The unique geographical location and profound historical and cultural heritage make it a veritable source of the Bund and a "Pearl" on the "crown" of the magical capital of the Bund. After the rectification, the Bund International Building Group is the most beautiful city card in the city.


    Putting these aside, no one knows better than Guo Shouyun what the economic value of these "old houses" in the eyes of outsiders at the moment.


    It is not an exaggeration to describe the monks with more porridge and less porridge, and the price is not available!


    "I''ve been here in Modu for so long, I almost forgot that there is such a piece of pastry!"


    Suppressing his desire for the Bund Wanguo Building, he picked up the information on No. 32 on the Bund that Ji Hong wanted, and at a glance, he understood where it was.


    Magic Peninsula Hotel!


    In his last life, the Modu Peninsula Hotel occupied No. 32 on the Bund.


    "No. 32 on the Bund is located at No. 31, Zhongshan East Road. It was originally the British Consulate General in Shanghai, and later became the housing of the Modu Government Office Affairs Bureau. Now the property rights are under the Modu Housing Authority. It covers a total area of ??13,900 square meters. The total construction area is 92,000 square meters, 56,000 square meters above ground and 36,000 square meters underground; there are 2 towers on the ground, 15 and 14 floors respectively, which can be converted into hotel rooms and serviced apartments respectively. The three underground floors can be rebuilt into a parking garage.��


    ����In terms of the size of the hotel, 32 on the Bund is just right for us. Moreover, its location is excellent, and the building type and design are also in line with our positioning as a top hotel in the Plaza Hotel Group.��


    After listening to Ji Hong''s explanation, and then looking at the information in his hand, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "No. 32 on the Bund is indeed very good. It seems that you have prepared a lot!"


    "I''ve been working on this recently." After noticing the hesitation on her face, "Just say whatever you want, we''re not outsiders!"


    Ji Hong nodded, took another document and put it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "This is the auxiliary building of the former British Magic Capital Consulate, No. 2 on the Bund, Victorian style, with two floors up and down, with a construction area of ??1,500 square meters. Can you rent this place as well?"


    No. 2 on the Bund, if Guo Shouyun remembers correctly, this was the only residence of Patek Philippe in China in his last life. But he never went in, he just looked out the door a few times while visiting the Bund. People who have listened to it say that the things inside are very expensive, and it is very common to have tens of thousands, tens of thousands, or even hundreds of thousands. But with the Patek Philippe brand, this is quite normal.


    "Of course it''s fine to rent it, but what are you going to do with this place?"


    "I have always been interested in high-end catering. It''s just that the main energy is currently on the Plaza Hotel, so when I talked to you before, I didn''t mention it much. But now Xiao Zheng also wants to go into business, I think she can grasp it. Opportunities in the restaurant industry.��


    "Xiao Zheng?" Guo Shouyun was stunned, and Ji Zheng''s cute and cute look appeared in his mind, "She also plans to do business?"


    "Um!"


    Ji Hong nodded affirmatively.


    "It wasn''t you or Qiu Manyun who encouraged her, right?" Guo Shouyun asked after pondering for a moment.


    "Of course not. It''s just that she sees that we all have our own things to do, and she doesn''t want to be able to do anything and become dispensable."


    Seeing Ji Hong''s calm expression, Guo Shouyun nodded slowly.


    "You are her sister. Do you think Ji Zheng''s character is suitable for her to do business?"


    "Not suitable! But people can be changed. Even if she is really not suitable, if she is rejected if she doesn''t try, do you think she will feel better?" After a pause, "Also, with your strength And the forces, even if Xiao Zheng fails in his attempt, there will be no loss to you."


    This is true. To open a high-end restaurant in Huaxia in 2004, the cost of rent, labor, materials, decoration, etc. added together, it will only cost 10 to 20 million Chinese dollars. And 10 to 20 million Huaxia coins are not even a drop in the bucket for today''s Guo Shouyun.


    "...In the end, even if Xiao Zheng is not suitable, Sister Yun and I will help her. Moreover, a high-end restaurant with a floor area of ??1500 square meters needs to be well decorated and positioned, plus not too bad dishes, and excellent Location, there is basically no shortage of customers!��


    Guo Shouyun nodded after thinking about it.


    "I promise this."


    "Thank you!"


    "No need to thank you, we don''t need this." Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "By the way, where''s Ruiqi?"


    "I was taken by Xiao Zheng to the back garden to play!"


    "Let''s go, let''s go see too!"


    "You don''t work anymore?"


    "I''m almost busy, and the rest can be seen later. By the way, I have a party at night, and by the way, I have to go to the antique ghost market on Fuyou Road. I came back very late. So you don''t have to wait for me, rest early!"


    "Um!"


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    Tang Pavilion, one of the high-end dining places in Magic Capital. What Guo Shouyun knows about it the most is that in 2016, it became the first restaurant in the mainland to receive three Michelin stars, and it became famous.


    "Hello Mr. Guo, I''m Mr. Zhou''s assistant Tong Ping!"


    When Guo Shouyun first entered the hall, a young man with eyes and gentleness quickly greeted him.


    "Hello!"


    After the two sides simply shook hands, "How about you President Zhou?"


    "Mr. Zhou is waiting for you in the restaurant, please come with me!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and followed him to the box area on the second floor of the restaurant. The number plate at the door of the first box that I passed by had the three characters ''Jinsinan'' written in black font; the second was ''Red Sandalwood''; the third was ''Huanghuali''.


    Seeing this, he remembered that he had heard rumors in his previous life that Tang Pavilion had nine private rooms, all of which were named after precious trees.


    Tong Ping took Guo Shouyun to a private room marked ''boxwood'' and pushed open the door.


    In the luxuriously decorated box, the two people who were chatting originally turned around after hearing the movement, and after noticing Guo Shouyun standing in front of the door, they stood up at the same time.


    When they were a lot of themselves, Guo Shouyun was also looking at them. Needless to say, Zhou Ziqi already knew each other. It was the fat middle-aged man next to him in a black suit, with a flat head, square face, and a beard on his upper lip, which made him subconsciously examine for a moment.


    "Mr. Guo, you are here, please come in!"


    Zhou Ziqi warmly greeted him.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, he stepped into the box.


    "This gentleman is...?"


    "Let me introduce, this is Mr. Tang Wanxin, President of Delong International Investment Holdings Co., Ltd.!"


    "Delong? Tang Wanxin?" Guo Shouyun was moved.


    "Mr. Guo also knows me?" Tang Wanxin asked.


    "certainly!"


    After Guo Shouyun took a deep breath, he looked at the middle-aged man opposite and nodded. Looking at the other''s face, some memories that he had forgotten in the back of his mind resurfaced.


    Delong and Tang Wanxin are the most legendary names in the last decade of the 20th century in China; they are also the most sensational names in the first decade of the 21st century in China; they are the representatives of China''s rough economic era! They are the elites of the hot era of Huaxia''s "One Billion People and Nine Billion Merchants"!


    He led Delong from a small company in the northwest frontier to a financial and industrial empire that once controlled more than 120 billion assets in less than 20 years.


    Delong is involved in an amazing number of industries, from ketchup, cement to auto parts, power tools, heavy trucks, to seeds, mining, retail, etc.; and it controls through various direct and indirect means. Financial companies are also amazing. From trusts, securities, leasing to commercial banks, they cover almost all financial instruments. If it weren''t for his ambitions and he didn''t know how to control, I''m afraid he would be in the top of the China Rich List. Ten will have their place!


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    Chapter 614 Delong Group


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    "Mr. Tang, I''ve admired it for a long time!"


    Seeing the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, Tang Wanxin hurriedly held it up.


    "Mr. Guo is polite, I have heard about your name and deeds for a long time, and I greatly admire it!"


    To be honest, Tang Wanxin and Guo Shouyun are the same kind of people. Ambitious, when he sees the benefits, he bites and does not let go, and he does not know how to restrain himself. But what Guo Shouyun is stronger than Tang Wanxin is that he has nearly 20 years of memory and clearly knows where the boundaries of success and failure lie.


    Although he founded Ruby, Matrix, Guo''s, and Phoenix along the way, acquired Apple and Google, integrated Enron, Southern Telecom, Blizzard, and Warner Records, and got involved in entertainment, consumer electronics, finance, Internet, energy, retail, logistics, agriculture, animal husbandry, etc. The industry has always left a way out for itself. When I finally hit a wall, I also knew that I started to restrain my desires and gave up some marginal industries.


    But Tang Wanxin obviously does not have his conditions. Although he has caught up with the fiery and unrestrained era of China after the reform and opening up, he was lost in the face of too many opportunities.


    "Everyone, sit down, sit down, eat and chat!"


    Under the leadership of Zhou Ziqi, everyone was seated separately.


    "Mr. Guo, today''s order is all the signature dishes here, and it is guaranteed to be in line with your taste. In addition, this bottle of 94-year-old Patus was specially brought by Mr. Tang for you. You have been awake for an hour and it is just the entrance."


    After glancing at the red wine in the glass decanter next to him, "Mr. Tang has a heart!"


    "Mr. Guo is an honored guest who can''t be invited normally. A bottle of wine is a little bit of a sign of his feelings. It''s good that Mr. Guo likes it." He said, he personally picked up the decanter and gave Guo Shouyun a glass.


    "thanks!"


    After continuing to pour the wine for Zhou Ziqi, Tang Wanxin picked up the wine glass.


    "Both of them are distinguished guests of Tang, so this glass of wine I would like to honor both of you. I hope we can communicate more often and work together more in the future!"


    When the words fell, he gestured to the two of them, and without waiting for them to answer, he raised his head and drank the entire half of the glass of wine.


    There is a northwester''s boldness in his posture, but with the wine of Patus as a foil, it is somewhat suspicious of cow chewing peony. However, the people present were all short of money, so it didn''t matter. To sum it up in four words: rich and willful!


    "Mr. Guo, Mr. Tang drank all the wine. Should we also be concerned?" Zhou Ziqi said.


    "Of course! However, I don''t have Mr. Tang''s capacity for alcohol. So I can only drink slowly, not booze, or I will retire early for today''s dinner!"


    He doesn''t have much interest in wine, whether it''s red wine, white wine, brandy or champagne. Apart from meeting guests, I rarely drink at home, so today is the same.


    As for whether it will offend people because of refusal? Maybe, but the two people sitting here at the moment are not good enough.


    "Today is just for chatting, not for drinking, so Mr. Guo can rest assured!" Zhou Ziqi said.


    "That''s good!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun picked up the wine glass and gestured to the two, then put it to his mouth and took a sip.


    As the most popular among the eight famous chateaux, and the output is scarce, Patus has always been known as the "king of red wine" among wine drinkers. Now that it has been awake for more than an hour, the taste is soft and smooth, and the slightly sour liquor has the aroma of oak, which is aftertaste.


    "It seems that red wine still tastes like Mr. Guo, not like me, who just ruined such a good wine!"


    "Mr. Tang is serious. There is no good or bad way to drink, as long as you like it!" Guo Shouyun smiled after putting down his glass.


    "Haha, Mr. Guo is really a free and easy person." After a pause, "By the way, I heard that Mr. Guo likes to collect antiques, and it happened that I brought two pieces here. If Mr. Guo likes it, please accept it!"


    When the words fell, before Guo Shouyun made a statement, he made a move with his left hand. The young man standing in the corner, who should be his assistant, hurriedly brought over the brocade box that was originally on the table.


    "Mr. Guo, please look!"


    Noticing the brocade box on the table, Guo Shouyun originally planned to refuse. Because if he remembered correctly, Tang Wanxin and his Delong clan collapsed this year, becoming the most sensational economic event in China, and even attracted the attention of the central government for a time.


    However, Tang Wanxin didn''t know whether he found the rejection deep in his eyes by observing his words, or whether it was his attitude, and he opened the brocade box before Guo Shouyun opened his mouth to refuse.


    Seeing this, he swallowed the words that had already reached his lips. Others greeted them with smiles and prepared gifts. Even if you don''t intend to stay, there is no need to be too decisive. Give people a step down, be convenient with others, and be convenient for yourself.


    "There is a lot of time in the bureau. It''s a blessing. It''s good to go to a distance to teach and talk. It''s been three years. ... This is "The Bureau''s Post" by Zeng Gong, one of the Eight Great Masters of the Tang and Song Dynasties?"


    "Mr. Zhou has good eyesight. This is Zeng Gong''s "Bureau Post", but I bought it from a collector after a lot of effort."


    "According to legend, "The Bureau''s Posts" is a letter written by Zeng Gong when he was 62 years old to his old friends in his hometown. It has a total of 124 words. Jin, Sui, Tang and Five Dynasties and Song Calligraphy. It is also the only handed down ink inscription of Zeng Gong, "one of the eight great masters of the Tang and Song Dynasties" found so far. It can be called a national treasure!" Zhou Ziqi said excitedly.


    Guo Shouyun is no stranger to "Bureau Post". However, what he is most familiar with is not its artistic value, but the calligraphy written on the back of the printed book paper in the Song Dynasty, with a mirror heart and ink on paper, with a size of only 29��38.2cm. It will create 1.28 in the 2010 Poly Autumn Auction. The astonishing price of 100 million Huaxia coins made a sensation in the world.


    "What do you think, Mr. Guo?" Tang Wanxin asked.


    "The original work of Zeng Gong, one of the Eight Great Masters of the Tang and Song Dynasties, is naturally invaluable! But I dare not accept such a precious thing, Mr. Tang should take it back!"


    Guo Shouyun collects antiques, not only for collection, but also for investment! Zeng Gong''s genuine work of "Bureau Post" is of great value, but it does not make him give up his bottom line and principles and make promises easily.


    Moreover, there must be something to be desired by people. Tang Wanxin took out such a precious thing as a gift, and the conditions that he wanted to exchange later must not be small. Knowing the ending between him and Delong, Guo Shouyun couldn''t agree more.


    "Mr. Guo is too polite. Of course Zeng Gong''s "Bureau Post" is very valuable, but it is only tens of millions of Chinese coins, which is nothing compared to your net worth. So Mr. Guo can rest assured to accept it. In addition, I am from the Western Regions, and I also like Hetian jade, so the second gift I am going to give to Mr. Guo is a white jade of Hetian mutton fat. However, because it is not easy to carry, I asked someone to send it directly to Mr. Guo''s house. already."


    Looking at the smiling Tang Wanxin, Guo Shouyun admired the "Bureau Post" in his hand, rolled it up again, and put it back in the brocade box.


    "Mr. Tang, there is no free lunch in the world. Before accepting your gift, I would like to hear what you plan to get from me. Otherwise, you''d better take it back."


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun pushed the brocade box towards Tang Wanxin''s position.


    "Mr. Guo, this is just a courtesy exchange between friends!" Tang Wanxin''s eyes flashed. As soon as Guo Shouyun came up, he opened the skylight and spoke eloquently, which made him a little unable to guess the other party''s mind.


    "If it''s just a courtesy exchange, then this meal and this bottle of wine are enough! Forget the rest!"


    After looking at him, Zhou Ziqi suddenly said, "Mr. Tang, since Mr. Guo said so, just speak up if you have any ideas!"


    Compared with Tang Wanxin, Zhou Ziqi, who has met for the second time, undoubtedly knows Guo Shouyun''s behavior better than him.


    Looking at Zhou Ziqi, Tang Wanxin''s expression changed slightly.


    In fact, Guo Shouyun could see that although the two of them seemed unfamiliar on the surface, and they still called ''Sir'' and ''Sir'', but from the subtle expressions on the corners of their eyes and brows, they should have known each other for a long time and were quite familiar.


    Sure enough, after Zhou Ziqi''s words, Tang Wanxin''s attitude changed.


    "Mr. Guo, since you said so, then I will not deny it."


    Guo Shouyun nodded raised his left hand and made a gesture of invitation.


    "...Before I start, let me introduce our company Delong. Delong Holdings was established in 1996. Since its development, it has owned listed companies such as Xiyu Tunhe, Shenyang Alloy, Hunan Torch, Tianshan Shares, Shancheng Industry and so on. Nearly 500 companies, the group''s total assets exceed 120 billion Chinese yuan, and 300,000 employees."


    "Our companies under Delong Holdings are excellent and profitable companies. Take Tunhe in the Western Regions as an example, it is now the second largest tomato paste manufacturer in the world, and the export volume of concentrated tomato paste stands at 17% of the global trade volume. At the same time, it also solved the employment problem of 100,000 farmers in the Western Regions.��


    "In addition, Shenyang Alloy is the largest professional power tool manufacturer in China. Before Delong entered the industry, the output of Huaxia power tools has accounted for 70% of the world''s total, but the sales revenue only accounts for 10%, and the profit share is still Less than 1%; but after Delong entered the industry and integrated, the bargaining power and export efficiency in the global power tool manufacturing industry have been significantly improved."


    "Finally, Xianghuo Cabinet Company. Under the strategic guidance of Delong''s ''Big Auto Parts'', through the acquisition of MAT, the largest importer of brake systems in the United States, as well as 75% of the shares of 9 joint ventures in China, it has obtained zero auto parts in the United States. A certain share of the parts import market, and through holding Shaanxi Automobile, it has become a domestic leading enterprise in the industry. Today, Xianghuo Cabinet has more than 50 subsidiaries, and has become the largest enterprise in the three industries of Huaxia gear, spark plugs and military off-road vehicles. At the same time, it is also the second largest manufacturer of air-conditioning compressors and the largest exporter of automotive brake systems.��


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    Chapter 615 Xiang Torch


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    Delong''s third-oldest stock is the foundation of Delong''s rise. It is not only widely talked about by the outside world, but also Tang Wanxin''s proudest place. Whenever Delong is introduced to outsiders, the third-oldest stock is a model that must be mentioned, and it is the same today. However, Guo Shouyun''s calm expression made Tang Wanxin''s heart sink when he was happy after speaking. If I originally planned to introduce Shancheng Industry and Tianshan Shares, I couldn''t help but take it back.


    "Congratulations to Mr. Tang. Delong Group has developed well under your leadership and has a bright future!"


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for your compliment. But recently, we Delong need a sum of money because of the future development of Xianghuo Cabinet. If Mr. Guo agrees, our Delong Group is willing to use the group''s assets as collateral to get a sum of 2 billion from Hanhua Bank. Huaxia currency loan.��


    "Since the Delong Group is developing well, why can''t we get 2 billion Huaxia coins in cash?" Guo Shouyun said with a light smile.


    "The main reason is that we have invested too much in agriculture and animal husbandry in the Western Regions, which has led to the tight capital chain. Moreover, this time, Shancheng Automobile Group and Shaanxi Automobile Group, the two largest and most important heavy-duty vehicle manufacturers in Xianghuo, respectively set up limited companies. , and will also establish a joint venture with Dongfeng Motor Group to establish Dongfeng Off-Road Vehicle Company. It will completely transform Xianghuo Cabinet from a pure auto parts professional manufacturer into an automobile company. To realize this plan, it will require 6 billion to 10 billion yuan of funds. Now we have invested 6 billion, and we only need to get 2 billion Huaxia coins to complete the whole project. At that time, Xianghuo Cabinet will be the largest private car production company in China.��


    Looking at Tang Wanxin, who was excited and extremely confident when he talked about his business and future plans, his eyes lit up. Guo Shouyun felt a little emotional in his heart. If he has nothing and no experience in dealing with things now, or he really believes in Tang Wanxin''s pyramid scheme, which is a bit exaggerated.


    It''s a pity that he not only has memories of the future, but he has also been honed in the shopping mall for a long time. He has long been stubborn and habitually suspicious of anything, so Tang Wanxin''s set is useless at all, and it has the opposite effect.


    "Mr. Tang''s ambition is indeed admirable, but after all, 2 billion Huaxia coins are not a small amount. Hanhua and I also need time to consider. So this "Bureau Post", Mr. Tang will take it back and wait until we sign it. It''s not too late to give it to me when the cooperation agreement is reached!"


    "Mr. Guo, there is no reason to take back what has already been sent out. Although this Zeng Gong''s "Department Post" is precious, it is nothing compared to our cooperation."


    Looking at Tang Wanxin''s expression, Guo Shouyun somewhat admired his generosity. But he knew very well that Delong, who was about to collapse now, was a big hole. After taking this calligraphy, it does not mean that I have to jump into it. But definitely have a relationship with it!


    After noticing the thoughtful look on Guo Shouyun''s face, Zhou Ziqi and Tang Wanxin looked at each other and didn''t ask any further questions.


    "Since Mr. Tang is so sincere, I will accept this calligraphy!"


    Tang Wanxin was overjoyed when he heard the words, "Pink pink is given to beauties, and swords are given to martyrs. Now this invaluable Zeng Gong''s "Bureau Post", only a person like Mr. Guo who likes to collect is the most suitable place for it."


    For the compliment, Guo Shouyun just smiled lightly and didn''t say much. He naturally had his own considerations for accepting this "Bureau Post".


    "Mr. Tang, the business should be over by now, right? If it''s over, how about we have a seat. Now I''m hungry."


    "Of course, of course! This table full of delicious Mr. Guo can taste!" Tang Wanxin said happily.


    With the transaction that was not considered a transaction before, the dining table at the back is naturally full of guests. The meal ended at 10pm.


    "Mr. Zhou, you gave me a problem today!"


    After Tang Wanxin left, Guo Shouyun turned to Zhou Ziqi.


    "Where did Mr. Guo say this?"


    "Since July last year, Delong''s core companies - Delong International, China Enterprise Oriental, and Friendship Management have started layoffs and wage arrears; before October last year, Delong''s middle managers could also receive 450,000 yuan from Delong. of interest-free loans, of which 300,000 yuan was used for personal purchases of houses and 100,000 yuan for car purchases. However, after October, this policy was abruptly cancelled; on October 27 last year, the chairman of Hops fled, leading to the collapse of Hops stocks. Companies with guaranty relationships, including Delong''s Tianshan shares and Tunhe Investment, fell into the crisis of stock decline; in January this year, there was a run on financial institutions under Delong''s; a large number of Delong''s elite employees resigned during the Spring Festival this year."


    After a pause, "For any well-run company, it is impossible for so many crises to break out all at once. Now these can only prove that the seemingly huge Delong Group has reached a situation of internal and external troubles."


    When Tang Wanxin delivered another gift, that is, the Xinjiang Hetian jade rough stone he prepared, to Guo Shouyun''s house, Ji Hong called him. While telling her to accept it temporarily, he also sent a text message to Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing, asking them to use their relationship to collect information on Delong. This is why Guo Shouyun knows this. But because the time was too short, what he knew was only the fur. In order to truly understand the bottomless muddy water of Delong, he still needs to investigate carefully.


    "Since Mr. Guo understands Delong''s current situation, why did he accept Zeng Gong''s "The Bureau''s Post" before?" Zhou Ziqi said with a twinkle in his eyes.


    "The original work of Zeng Gong, one of the Eight Great Masters of the Tang and Song Dynasties, is invaluable. I was really reluctant to give up, so I stayed." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "With Mr. Guo''s financial resources, what kind of precious works of art would you want, let alone a piece of Zeng Gong''s "Bureau Post"!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "That''s right. It seems that I should ask a professional to evaluate the value of the two gifts Mr. Tang gave me, and then convert it into money and send it to him."


    Zhou Ziqi''s expression froze, and then she shook her head with a wry smile.


    "I can''t hide anything from Mr. Guo. But although I introduced Tang Wanxin to Mr. Guo today, it is entirely up to Mr. Guo to decide whether to invest or not. I will not participate! Nor will it affect both of us because of Mr. Guo''s decision. Cooperation on commercial real estate in Beijing.��


    "That''s good!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "It''s almost time to see, shall we go?"


    "I''ll lead the way!"


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    There are many theories about the ''ghost market'', one of which is that it was a place for buying and selling antiques during the late Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China. Sijiucheng was originally in the "Dongxiao Market". At that time, many dilapidated princes Belle, eunuchs and palace maids, in order to make a living, had a thin layer of noodles. I was embarrassed to go to the treasures in the sellers in the daytime and openly, so they had to wrap a cotton jacket at night. , squatting in the Dongxiao market, setting up stalls; buyers who dig treasure, lanterns, take pictures of each stall one by one, the rule is "only look at the things, not the appearance of the seller". At night, I saw lanterns one by one, and felt the ghosts shaking, forming a "ghost city".


    "From the 1980s to the early 1990s, there used to be an antique market in Beijing and Shanghai. In Sijiucheng, it was the famous Panjiayuan; in the magic capital, it was in the Confucian Temple, which was originally Kuaiji Road, and later It moved to the area around Fangbang Middle Road, Fuyou Road, because it only opened in the early morning, so the people of Modu used to call it a ''ghost market''."


    Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the car, listened to Zhou Ziqi telling himself about the past and present of the ghost city in the capital city.


    "Every Saturday and Sunday morning, there are always crowds on Fangbangzhong Road. There are big bosses who drive limousines, ''Uncle Shanghai Hai'' who rides a moped, and some people from all over the country. There are ''Tao Ke'', and even foreigners with blue eyes and tall noses, they pour in from all directions, and their destination is the same place - the fourth floor of the Treasure Building."


    "In the glorious years of the ghost market, it was when the trade of folk cultural relics and art was secretly emerging, and good things came out one after another. In your hand. Once you put it down, the thing is snatched by the person next to you."


    "At that time, most of the people on Kuaiji Road Antique Street were steady, accurate and ruthless. It wasn''t that all those who went there were ''old mages'', but because the buyers back then didn''t have to fight wits and bravery with counterfeiting groups��the most that was back then. The Republic of China imitated the previous generation, so everyone can buy it with confidence.��


    "What about now?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Not anymore. Now art collections are getting more and more popular, and there are more and more rich people. The real good things are booked before they are sold, and not many really go to the ghost market. Moreover, there are more monks than porridge. , Even the items of the Republic of China have become in demand. Although the ghost market is still lively, it is more of a guy. If you don''t have the eyesight, don''t shoot it casually."


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Zhou to be so familiar with the rules here!"


    "Hehe I like to collect antiques. Panjiayuan in Sijiucheng, Kuaiji Road in Magic City, and Fuyou Road have been around countless times now, so I''m naturally familiar."


    "Since that''s the case, I''ll get inside later. Mr. Zhou needs to help me with my palms and eyes!"


    "You and I, friends, are naturally bound to! ... The front is here, let''s get off."


    The car stopped steadily at the intersection, because there were so many people, it couldn''t get in. Simply stop next to it, which is also the usual practice of most people.


    "How is it, it''s lively?" Zhou Ziqi said.


    Guo Shouyun looked at the stalls in the opposite alley, the stalls extending backward like a long dragon on both sides, and the crowd rubbing shoulders, and nodded involuntarily.


    "It really looks like a ghost town!"


    Although the appearance is lively, Guo Shouyun found that neither the buyer nor the seller seldom spoke. So apart from the sound of footsteps and the sound of things moving, there is basically no noise. It really is like a ''ghost city''.


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 Chapter 616： Hutian Kiln

    Chapter 616 Hutian Kiln


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    "Since it''s called a ghost city, there is a reason for it. By the way, Mr. Guo. I have a few words to tell you before entering."


    "Speaking?"


    "The ghost city pays attention to ''heroes don''t ask where they came from, and babies don''t ask where they came from'', so when you go in later, no matter what you encounter, you can bid if you want, but you can''t ask random questions. There is also ''no one is recruited for taking photos'', so bring a flashlight Go in, you can''t take a superhuman face, you can only see things!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said, "Apart from these?"


    "It''s enough not to make any noise when you go in later." Zhou Ziqi shook her head. Then a flashlight was handed over.


    "Mr. Zhou is interested, but I''m ready!"


    He took the flashlight that Matthew handed over in his hand and shook it.


    "I''m doing this too much, let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and followed Zhou Ziqi into the crowd. Compared to his leisurely stroll, Matthew, who followed behind, was indeed highly nervous. In such a crowded place, the security gap is too great, and you can be in danger if you are not careful. Knowing that you can''t persuade OSS, you can only be as vigilant as possible.


    Not to mention Matthew''s nervousness, Guo Shouyun, who knows the security situation in China best, is not worried about his own safety at all. As soon as he entered the crowd, he looked around curiously.


    The large and small booths are exactly the same as what he saw in Panjiayuan. Porcelain, pottery, calligraphy and painting, ancient books, bronzes, jade carvings, wood carvings and other types of works of art are dazzling, as long as you can think of it. Unexpectedly there is also here. Of course, true or false is another matter.


    Although there are a lot of things, Guo Shouyun knows how much he has. Come here and see it, just buy it. With his level of appreciation, 90% of them will be pitted!


    But looking at him, I found a very interesting phenomenon. Most of the people who go shopping have eyes and look polite.


    After noticing his expression, "Most of the Taobao shoppers who come here are university professors. They have high incomes, have higher spiritual pursuits than ordinary people, and have some knowledge of appreciation, so they are frequent visitors here. But these years There are fewer and fewer things in ''Xinkeng'', more and more fakes, and Taobao people have become a mixed bag!"


    "What does Xinkeng mean?" Guo Shouyun noticed a new name.


    "It''s something that was just dug out of the tomb. It''s called ''new pit'' in the industry. If it is an orderly inheritance, it''s called ''old pit''. These are all terms passed down by the elders of the Chinese antiques industry."


    "I see!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    "Let''s go and have a look!"


    Zhou Ziqi took a few steps forward and squatted down in front of a booth about 3 meters long and 15 meters wide. The vast majority of the stalls are porcelain and pottery, with a small amount of paintings and calligraphy, and there are many broken pieces of porcelain in the corner on the right.


    The stall owner is a man in a thick blue coat. Because he wears a mask, his hair is covered by a hat, and the dim lights around him make it impossible to judge his age, let alone his appearance.


    While Guo Shouyun was looking at the booth, Zhou Ziqi had already taken out a flashlight and looked at a large bowl.


    This is a large bowl with a length of about 20 centimeters, oblique straight walls, blue and white glaze, with children playing and continuous floral patterns inside.


    For identification, Guo Shouyun is just getting started. Because I usually like calligraphy, I do more research on calligraphy and painting, but the categories of porcelain and jade are much worse. At this moment, Zhou Ziqi really had no clue about the name of the big bowl in his hand.


    "Boss, let''s join hands!"


    The stall owner glanced at Zhou Ziqi and stretched out his right hand. However, at the same time as it stretched over, he also put a wide, sleeve-like thing on his arm.


    Zhou Ziqi also put his right hand deep into the sleeve, and outsiders could not see what was inside. After a while, the two sides held hands at the same time. Zhou Ziqi didn''t take care of the bowls on the booth, got up and dragged Guo Shouyun away.


    "This is the end?"


    After taking Guo Shouyun three meters away from the booth, Zhou Ziqi lowered her voice and said, "The bowl just now was a Hutian kiln doll bowl. Hutian kiln, also known as Jing~Dezhen kiln, was the largest kiln system in the south of the Song Dynasty. Thousands of kilns fired at the same time in the Song Dynasty. The kiln fires all night long. The Hutian kiln uses the dragon kiln to fire, the longest can reach 200 meters, and tens of thousands of pieces of porcelain are fired at one time. So far, there are a lot of them in the world.��


    "The largest surviving Hutian kiln bowl is a bowl called "sandbag tire". Its tire is so poor that it can only be used as a burial vessel. The price of bowls is higher, depending on the quality of the glaze, the artistic level of engraving and embossing, and the size, the price ranges from several thousand yuan to tens of thousands of yuan.��


    "The Hutian kiln doll bowl just now has a color like white jade, a smooth peptide glaze, and a very thin body. It is the top grade in the Hutian kiln. Although the firing volume is large, the price is also more than 50,000. Unfortunately, it is not a pot, bottle, Respect and wait for the stand, otherwise the price will be even higher."


    "Since it''s a good thing, why didn''t Mr. Zhou take the opportunity to buy it?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "The stall owner is obviously a know-it-all. He asked for 45,000 when we approached him just now. Although it''s not even the market price of this Hutian kiln doll bowl, the profit margin is already very small. In addition to my collection There is already a Hutian kiln bowl, and although the decorations on the inside of the bowl are different, there is no need to buy another at a high price.��


    "So that''s it. By the way, Mr. Zhou just said to join hands...?"


    "Oh, this is a common transaction method in the ''ghost market''. Since ancient times, the price has been the most sensitive place in the transaction, especially many things in the ghost market are new pits that have just been unearthed, not clean, and the prices are different. . In order to avoid competition from harming their own interests, stall owners like to help each other when trading. This way, no matter whether the transaction is successful or not, they will not disclose their reserve price!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded clearly, "I don''t know how to reach out...?"


    "It''s my mistake, I forgot to tell Mr. Guo about this. ... Generally speaking, the units of transactions vary from 10, 100, 1000, 10,000, 100,000, and 1 million, but they are commonly used in antique ghost markets. That''s ten, one hundred, one thousand, ten thousand, and one hundred thousand. If the other party taps on your palm when you start to join hands, it means that what you want is in ten units, and two taps are ''hundred'' '' as a unit, and so on. If this thing is ninety, it is ''knock once on your palm, and then use your index finger to make a gesture of nine'', if it is nine hundred, it is ''tap twice on your palm, Then use the index finger to make a nine gesture'', and the same is true for the latter."


    "If it''s 950 yuan, is it possible to tap twice on the palm of your hand, make a nine gesture with your index finger, and then tap on the palm of your hand to make a ''five'' gesture?"


    "Mr. Guo is really smart, that''s it!"


    "If the two sides reach an agreement, how will it be expressed?"


    "Handshake, handshake agrees. If you refuse, make a fist."


    "It turned out to be so, thank you Mr. Zhou for letting me know!"


    "Mr. Guo is very polite. By the way, does Mr. Guo have any good things?"


    "My appreciation level is not as good as Mr. Zhou''s. It''s better to see more and buy less in a place like this!"


    "Mr. Guo doesn''t have to be too scruples. If you want to improve your appreciation level, you will have to pay tuition fees. Everyone comes here like this, so do I! Besides, being here is the most important thing. As for the final result, for you and me Instead, it''s secondary."


    Everyone is not short of money, even if it is an eye-catching, how much money can be wasted?


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Let''s go ahead and have a look!"


    The two continued to move forward. Compared with Zhou Ziqi''s frequent shots, Guo Shouyun watched more. Although he is not short of money, he hates being deceived, so even if he knows that the money lost by punching is not even a drop in the bucket for him, he still feels a little awkward. The most important thing is that this eye-catching antique art did not make him feel that something bright in front of him appeared.


    "what!"


    Just when he thought he was going to get nothing, a somewhat different booth appeared in front of him. Compared with other stalls where porcelain, paintings and jades are mixed, this stall is basically full of books. There are old-fashioned wire-bound books as well as books with modern bindings.


    Maybe it''s the reason why Guo Shouyun has a different feeling for books because he has worked as a writer in his two lifetimes.


    After striding over and taking a quick glance, Guo Shouyun''s eyes stayed on the place where the comic strip was placed.


    Comic strips are also known as comic strips, comic strips, villain books, small books, doll books, etc. It originated from the portrait stones of the Han Dynasty and the Dunhuang frescoes in the Sui and Tang Dynasties. It is an ancient Chinese traditional art. It was finally formed after the popularization of printing in the Song Dynasty It tells stories and depicts characters with continuous pictures. This form With a wide range of topics and diverse content, it is a popular reading for all ages.


    In the last life, Guo Shouyun had seen a lot of such comic strips when he was a child, such as "Chicken Feather Letter", "Railway Guerrilla", "The Romance of Sui and Tang Dynasties", etc. These are the few things in the village that he can pass the time, and it is still an impression even now. profound.


    But unfortunately, at that time, I didn''t know that comic strips would appreciate in value in the future. In Grandpa''s drawer, hundreds of comic strips were ruined by him.


    Of course, not all comic strips have room for appreciation. The quality is too poor, the quantity is too much, and the quality is too low.


    Most of what he saw at the booth at the moment were comic strips of little value. The general psychology, who will place the really precious things casually.


    Therefore, Guo Shouyun simply picked up a few copies in it, picked them up and looked at them, and then looked at the innermost position where the comic strips were placed, which was also the position closest to the stall owner. If there is anything good in this stall, it will definitely be placed in the place where the nearest stall owner is, commonly known as ''press hall''.


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 Chapter 617： Biography of Ji Gong

    Chapter 617 Ji Gong Biography


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    Generally, the things that press the hall are used by the boss or the stall owner to attract customers. There is basically no room for leaks. But if it was really a good thing, Guo Shouyun wouldn''t care about money.


    really!


    There are about a hundred volumes of comic strips that are stored separately in a long wooden box, which seems to be more valued than the comic strips listed in the front. However, what Guo Shouyun really paid attention to was putting it in the innermost row of the wooden box, wrapping it in a cardboard box of about 40 openings, with the three traditional characters "Jigong Zhuan" on the raised side.


    In fact, strictly speaking, this kind of cardboard box is called a ''box''. A set of early comic strips was basically controlled in 24 or 20 volumes, and after completion, it was put into a letter box, which was one letter. Especially long stories are published in fractional letters, in which each story is independent and complete but continuous with others, which is convenient to decide the publication choice according to the market demand.


    In the late 1930s, comic strips were no longer bound like this, replaced by a thick brick, with upper and lower volumes or simple upper, middle and lower three volumes as the mainstream. However, after the books arrived at the rental booth, in order to make more money, the boss disassembled the books into several books for rent, and then made a book cover. In this way, one book became several books, and the profit of course multiplied several times. The book cover and the letter cover of the Bookstore Publishing House are no longer the same concept, and the collection value will be affected accordingly.


    Just when Guo Shouyun stretched out his hand and was about to pick up the first letter of the ten letters "Jigong Biography" in the innermost part, he was suddenly stopped by the right hand of the stall owner.


    "Sorry, this item of mine has a long time and is a bit delicate, so I can''t handle it!"


    In the antique shop, a piece of antique is passed to each other, which is called passing. But the hand is that you can''t get started.


    He looked up at this middle-aged stall owner who was probably in his 40s, without a mask and with a national character face.


    "Boss, if it''s really a good thing, I''ll definitely buy it. Also, if you''re really worried, how about you show it to me?"


    The middle-aged stall owner scrutinized Guo Shouyun and nodded after seeing that his clothes and temperament were extraordinary.


    Different from porcelain and bronze ware, paper objects have always been difficult to preserve, and have high requirements on temperature and humidity. Especially valuable calligraphy, paintings and ancient books, outsiders can''t touch them without wearing protective equipment! The middle-aged stall owner obviously had the same concerns.


    Therefore, if you were in Antique Street, if someone ''hula'' took out a painting and told you that it was the real work of Tang Bohu, you could just smear his face.


    The middle-aged stall owner carefully took out a letter from the ten letters "Ji Gong Zhuan", and after showing Guo Shouyun the front, he then showed him the back.


    On the front of the box is the image of Jigong printed with red pigments. Just above it, there are three characters of ''Jigongzhuan'', two small characters of ''һһ'' on the top of ''Jigongzhuan'', and in the lower right corner of the entire page. There are six traditional small characters of "Fu Ji Bookstore".


    On the reverse side of the box, in the center is the circular logo of Fuji Bookstore, similar to the current company logo. The pattern is a steamship sailing on the sea, plus the four characters "Fu Ji Shu Ju".


    After Guo Shouyun finished reading, the stall owner opened the letter box, and there were 4 volumes in a set of 40 openings. The comic strips with some yellowish pages appeared in front of him. Compared with the ones that Guo Shouyun read when he was a child, the title pages of these comic strips have traditional characters, and the painters are more simple, with a strong sense of age. However, after opening the content page inside, the pattern outlined by black lines and the fonts annotated at the corners still taste the same!


    Let the stall owner turn it over carefully and found that there are no missing pages and damage. However, in the following letters, there are a few damaged, fortunately there are no missing pages. The entire ten letters, 144 volumes, the first edition of "Jigong Biography" printed by Fuji Bookstore in 1929, according to the rules, can be called "Nine Grades"!


    Like other collections, the collection of comic strips also pays great attention to the appearance. Front cover, back cover, spine and the title page, summary page, drawing page and copyright page in the inner pages are in full condition; All products are divided into 10 grades, 10 is the best, and the price is generally 50% off when the product is lowered by one grade. Of course, this is also relatively speaking. When encountering very difficult to find, those with slight defects on the front cover and back cover should also be kept. The so-called unique copy is better than the appearance!


    "Boss, things are good, let''s help!"


    The middle-aged stall owner nodded, and after finishing the "Jigong Biography", he stretched out his right hand towards Guo Shouyun.


    For the first time, Guo Shouyun felt quite novel. Soon he felt the stall owner tap five times on his outstretched palm.


    According to Zhou Ziqi, five strokes means the unit is ''100,000''. After he finished knocking, Guo Shouyun touched his hand, which was a ''one'' gesture. Immediately afterwards, the other party tapped four times on his palm, made another ''eight'' gesture, and then patted Guo Shouyun''s palm. It means that his 1929 version of the Republic of China version of "Ji Gong Zhuan" asked for 180,000!


    Guo Shouyun understands that this price is definitely expensive. So he gave a price of 100,000 according to the rules he understood.


    You come and go between the two sides, and the final deal was 150,000!


    When Guo Shouyun was shopping, Zhou Ziqi watched the whole process. However, due to the rules of the industry, outsiders cannot interject at this time. In addition, the things were indeed real, and Guo Shouyun was not short of money, so he didn''t speak.


    After the transaction between the two people was over and the thing entered Guo Shouyun''s hand, he came over and asked, "How much did it cost?"


    "150,000 Huaxia Coins!"


    "150,000!" Zhou Ziqi nodded after savoring it, "Shen Manyun was a famous comic book artist during the Republic of China, and he was known as the ''Four Famous Artists'' along with Zhao Hongben, Qian Xiaodai, and Chen Guangyi. His "Jigong Biography" has smooth lines and exquisite painting techniques. The first edition of "Jigong Biography" printed by Fuji Bookstore in 1929 has a total of ten letters and 144 volumes. After experiencing the "Broken Four Olds", most of the ones that can be passed down to today are not complete. The complete set and the quality are better. Fewer, great collection value. Although 150,000 is a little more expensive than the current market price, there is a lot of room for appreciation.��


    "So I didn''t buy the wrong thing?"


    "Of course! And the right one."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he glanced at him, "How about you, have you gained anything?"


    "I haven''t caught my eye yet, but it''s still early. Let''s take a look!"


    "Let''s go!"


    150,000 Huaxia Coins bought a set of the Republic of China version of Shen Manyun''s "Jigong Biography", although it can''t be called a leak, but it can be regarded as a gain. Guo Shouyun became more interested in the next ghost market.


    But even if Zhou Ziqi accompanied him to walk the whole street, he never encountered anything that moved his heart. If the "Jigong Biography" comic strip still has the feeling of tracing back childhood, then these porcelain, calligraphy and jade ware are pure antiques.


    However, these real antiques that appeared in the ''ghost market'' are generally not of high value. Compared with the ones he bought from the auction, not only the value is much lower, but the price is not very favorable. So after looking around for a while, he just gave up. As for the idea of ??picking up leaks, he hadn''t thought much about it since he stepped in here. For him, this thing is just like gambling, it is not reliable at all.


    On the other hand, Zhou Ziqi, relying on his own eyesight, picked up a blue-and-white plum vase from the Yongzheng folk kiln in the Qing Dynasty, which cost tens of thousands of dollars. He originally planned to give it to Guo Shouyun directly, but he refused.


    The two strolled around the ghost market for three or four hours before turning around and leaving when the sky was getting brighter.


    After returning home and having a simple breakfast, I went to bed and slept until 3:00 in the afternoon. However, he, who hardly stayed up late, still felt a little sleepy when he suddenly came here. Fortunately, he was still young and not serious. Just get used to it.


    "woke up?"


    Ji Hong, who was reading materials in the living room, saw Guo Shouyun who was going downstairs and quickly put down his things and greeted him.


    "Anything to eat?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and asked.


    "I asked Ma Zhang to warm you up in the pot. You drink some water and wait."


    After letting him sit down at the dining table, Ji Hong greeted the servants at home to bring the food. Guo Shouyun, who had already washed his hands, was not polite, and ate the rice. He eats a lot because of his regular fitness. Three bowls of rice with one meat and two vegetables, plus a large bowl of seaweed egg soup, almost finished.


    Putting down the bowls and chopsticks, feeling full of satiety in his stomach, Guo Shouyun let out a sigh of relief and was refreshed.


    "By the way, where did you put the jade you sent last night?"


    "The thing is too big, so the bodyguard temporarily put it in the garage!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I''ll take a look!"


    Guo''s manor is very large. Although it is not comparable to his mansions in the United States, it is more than 5,000 square meters. The garage is on the left side of the manor, and it takes a few minutes to walk there. However, when he got there, he accidentally saw Qiu Manyun dressed as a white-collar beauty here? "


    After hearing the footsteps behind him, Qiu Manyun looked back at him and turned to the raw jade in front of him.


    "How about it?"


    "You said it!" Qiu Manyun patted the huge jade material with a length of about 1 meter and a weight of nearly 100 kilograms.


    "...From the several windows that were opened, it was real Hetian mutton fat jade seed material, plus such a large weight. If the jade meat inside is uniform, the market price of this material is not less than 30 million Huaxia. However, the number of Hetian jade seeds is getting smaller and smaller now, and there is huge room for appreciation in the future. In addition, there are few Hetian jade materials in the industry that are so big and perform so well. This is the first time I have seen them; , its own collection value is also very high. ... By the way, where did you get such a good Hetian jade material?"


    Qiu Manyun himself is in the jewelry business, and Hetian jade is also one of the business projects. Naturally, he knows a lot about it!


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 Chapter 618： Delongs Dilemma

    Chapter 618 Delong''s Dilemma


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    "Someone sent it?"


    Guo Shouyun looked at the jade next to him and replied.


    "Send it? Who would be willing to give away such a good thing?"


    Looking at Qiu Manyun''s surprised look, "Do you know Tang Wanxin?"


    "That Tang Wanxin from Delong?"


    "Um!"


    "You dare to take his things? Do you know that Delong can''t protect himself now?"


    "If you can accept it, you can retire naturally. But it seems that you know the situation of Delong very well, why don''t you tell me?" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    After rolling his eyes, Qiu Man Yun said, "I''m in the jewelry business and have nothing to do with Delong. But good things don''t go out, and bad things spread thousands of miles. Now Delong''s Laosan alloy shares are close to the limit, and Hunan Torch and Tunhe shares are also down. After going two-thirds of the way, the entire Delong lost more than 14 billion Chinese coins in the stock market, and there is no end in sight. Moreover, I got inside information that Delong was suspected of illegal fundraising, which has alerted the central government. Tang Wanxin is afraid this time. It is doomed!"


    "So, I really can''t keep this piece of jade!" Guo Shouyun nodded after pondering for a while.


    "If you really want to stay, you can take over Delong''s mess. Don''t say one piece of jade, even ten pieces of jade, Tang Wanxin will give it to you too!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "What do I want?"


    "Give!"


    Qiu Manyun opened his handbag and took out two household registration books. While Guo Shouyun took it over and looked at it, "Only the names of Ji Hong, Ji Zheng and their two children are on it, not yours. Of course, if you don''t mind committing bigamy, I can also find someone to add you!"


    Guo Shouyun looked at it and nodded. He doesn''t mind whether he has himself on it, the key is this thing.


    "Thank you!"


    "For the sake of these two books, I have given up a lot of human favors. You just want to reveal the three words with white teeth, but that''s not good!"


    "what do you want?"


    Qiu Manyun''s eyes rolled, "I haven''t thought about it yet, I''ll tell you when I think about it. Okay, I''m going to eat, I haven''t eaten breakfast today!"


    Seeing her slender figure go away, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but smile. After a long time of contact, he found that Qiu Manyun didn''t seem to be as annoying as before.


    "Boss, do you need to put away this jade material?" Matthew asked.


    Looking at the jade in the garage, although he hadn''t made up his mind to collect it or not, it was worth tens of millions after all, and he really couldn''t just put it away.


    "Find a few people and put it in the basement storage room."


    "Yes!"


    After explaining Matthew, Guo Shouyun returned to the study.


    "Boss, this is the information about Delong Group obtained through our relationship in Huaxia."


    As soon as Guo Shouyun sat down, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing each walked in with a large pile of documents.


    "Let it go!"


    After the two women placed the documents neatly next to Guo Shouyun''s desk, they quietly left. The rest of the time was nothing but the sound of flipping pages.


    If you read hundreds of pages of information word by word, you won''t be able to read it in a few days. I can only pick the key points, this is enough for Guo Shouyun.


    After reading all the information in the afternoon, and then sorting it out in his mind, he had a general understanding of Delong''s situation.


    Speaking of which, the development process of Delong is also the development process of most domestic consortiums. The so-called Wanxiang Department, Tomorrow Department, Chinese Science Department and other thirteen major consortiums, or other large and small anonymous consortiums, but all enterprises that have come from the era of rough economy after China''s reform and opening up are more or less virtuous. Long characteristics. It''s just that they are in different situations for different reasons.


    Taking Delong Group as an example, after Taizong''s speech in the south, there was a wave of accelerated reforms across the country, and the Huaxia stock market experienced a blowout. In August of the same year, the Pengcheng Stock Exchange announced the issuance of 500 million domestic public shares, offering 5 million lottery sheets, with a winning rate of 10. Each winning sheet can subscribe for 1,000 shares.


    Tang Wanxin, who had tried his luck in Haikou and Pengcheng, was keenly aware of the opportunity, so he took out all his savings, and with the temptation of 50 yuan per day for labor, organized 5,000 people to line up for him in Pengcheng to subscribe for the lottery form. . At that time, 1.5 million people poured into Pengcheng, and Tang Wanxin''s team was the largest among them.


    There is no doubt that these 5,000 subscription forms made him a huge profit, and then he relied on the reselling of the original shares and internal employee shares of state-owned enterprises, as well as the reverse repurchase of national debt, and accumulated a huge original amount of more than 300 million Chinese coins. capital.


    The stock market and finance are the foundation of Tang Wanxin''s rise, and it also makes him fully aware that this is a place where "money is fast" and low cost. As the saying goes, "Blessed and fortune depend on, and fortune and misfortune lie in", the stock market and finance that once established his rise have also become the bane of Delong and Tang Wanxin''s demise.


    There are many reasons why China''s capital market has been repeatedly criticized. One of them is the setting of corporate equity. Different from the setting form of foreign common shares and preferred shares, domestically listed companies, especially the original state-owned enterprises, have state-owned shares, legal person shares and public shares. Generally speaking, state-owned shares and legal person shares are not allowed to be listed and traded. The number of state-owned shares and legal person shares often account for 70% of the total share capital of enterprises. This leaves room for shady deals.


    Those with connections and connections can buy enough state-owned shares and legal person shares at prices far below the market price to completely control a large company.


    In the 1990s, this was a common phenomenon in China''s capital market. This carve up feast has made countless people with courage and connections to become new rich people.


    Tang Wanxin is the top one among these people.


    Through the low-cost acquisition of state-owned shares and legal person shares, Tang Wanxin''s Delong became the largest shareholder of the three listed companies of Xin-Jiangtunhe, Shen-Yang Alloy and Hunan Torch, and completely controlled the management and operation of the three companies.


    Speaking of which, Tang Wanxin is also a capable person in industrial management. Before his acquisition, Xinjiang Tunhe, Shenyang Alloy and Hunan Torch were all traditional state-owned enterprises with outdated management and aging industries.


    But after Tang Wanxin''s acquisition, he not only carried out a comprehensive reorganization of the industry, but also spent money to hire McKinsey, Kearney and other international professional consulting companies to provide consulting for enterprises in the growth of professional managers, strategic design, and management reform, and to transform them from '''' An enterprise that cannot even receive an accurate financial statement, has ideas but no rules, has transformed into a modern company with standardized management and vigor.


    Even though Delong is now on the verge of destruction, Xin~Jiangtunhe, Shen~yang Alloy and Hunan Torch still belong to the category of high-quality companies because of their clear industrial structure and good benefits.


    Because Tang Wanxin''s integration of the three companies has been very successful, the outside world has always rated him very highly. And these three high-quality companies have become his best financing platform.


    Through the continuous release of merger and acquisition announcements, Delong Zuozhuang continued to drive up the stock prices of Xin~Jiangtunhe, Shen~yang alloy and Hunan Torch. From 1996 to 2001, the share price of Xiang Torch rose from 76 yuan to 85 yuan, an increase of 1100 ; Shen~yang alloy US stocks rose from 12 yuan to 186 yuan, an increase of 1500; Xin~jiangtunhe rose from 118 yuan per share to 127 yuan, an increase of 1100.


    Within five years, one dealer controlled 3 stocks, all of which rose more than 10 times. Delong completely established his reputation as the No.


    Because Delong once invested 10 million US dollars in 1998 to purchase the retired flagship aircraft carrier Minsk of the former Soviet Pacific Fleet and built the world''s first theme park with an aircraft carrier as the main body, Delong also has a ''Chinese private enterprise aircraft carrier'' Of course, this is mostly the self-proclaimed name of the Tang brothers.


    Of course, it''s not easy to grow three stocks tenfold in five years, even if it''s your own company. Tang Wanxin thought of two ways for this. First, through the acquisition of trusts, securities, insurance, to attract funds from the community. Second, take shares in commercial banks and obtain loans from banks.


    According to the information Guo Shouyun has seen, Tang Wanxin has acquired and combined more than 20 financial companies within a few years, especially Jinxin Trust, which has raised tens of billions of funds for Tang Wanxin.


    The Tanzhou Commercial Bank and Kunming Commercial Bank, which he participated in, also provided him with loans of nearly 10 billion yuan, but unfortunately most of them were short-term loans, which also laid the root of Delong''s collapse.


    It is impossible for tens of billions of funds to hype only three companies, Xin~jiangtunheShen~yang alloy and Hunan Torch. So later there were Delong''s "new three shares", three listed companies in Beijing Zhongyan, Shancheng Industry and Tianshan. Delong has also become the consortium enterprise with the most listed companies in the Huaxia Capital Market.


    It''s a pity that the return period of industrial investment is too long, relying solely on speculation, stock prices without industrial support are like castles in the air. Moreover, the public and investors are not all fools. When Jinxin Trust had a run-off crisis in 2001, even if Delong proposed to set up Delong Agricultural Supermarket Company, it would invest 10 billion in 5 years and invest in ten major agricultural provinces. Set up a distribution network of 10,000 agricultural supermarkets; invest 6-10 billion to build Hunan Torch into the largest heavy-duty vehicle empire in China; establish Delong Animal Husbandry Investment Co., Ltd. with an investment of 2.5 billion to develop the vast natural pastures in the Western Regions and build the Tianshan Mountains The three major industrial bases of North Slope, Ili River Valley, and Southern Xinjiang Oasis have become the largest leading dairy enterprise in China; Delong Tourism Group is established, and it is envisaged to integrate resources such as the Pengcheng Minsk Project, Kanas Lake in the Western Regions, and Turpan Grape Valley. , becoming the tourist aircraft carrier with the most scenic resources in China, etc., a series of big plans have been thrown out, but they still cannot stop Delong''s decline.


    Up to now, this private enterprise aircraft carrier, which claims to have assets of 120 billion Huaxia coins, has more than 500 enterprises and 300,000 employees, and involves more than 20 fields, is already terminally ill, and it is almost impossible to recover.


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 Chapter 619： 4 brothers of the Tang family

    Chapter 619 The Four Brothers of the Tang Family


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    Guo Shouyun let out a long sigh. Deron''s predicament was deeper than he had imagined, and the intricacies of it exceeded his expectations.


    "No wonder Tang Wanxin is willing to spend so much money. Zeng Gong''s "Bureau Post" plus the value of the piece of Hetian jade material can add up to seven or eight million! He is planning to gamble!"


    Of course, this is also the capital that he has desperately gambled. Not to mention his industry in the United States, but the assets of Hanhua Bank are as high as tens of billions of dollars. It is not easy to solve Delong''s capital dilemma, at least it is not too difficult.


    But at some cost, is it worth solving Deron''s predicament?


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    "Big brother, is it really worth giving him such a heavy gift?" Tang Wanxin asked worriedly.


    "Do we have any better options besides him?"


    Tang Wanli sighed deeply.


    Seeing the big brother''s expression, Tang Wanxin''s heart trembled. As Delong''s situation deteriorated, he has searched all domestic banks, even foreign financial institutions such as Morgan and HSBC. But no financial institution is willing to take the money to rescue DeLong from the crisis.


    "Big brother, what if the guy surnamed Guo only accepts our stuff and doesn''t do anything?"


    Tang Wanping, the third of the five siblings of the Tang family.


    "No! Bruce Guo, the top super-rich in the United States, is just a Phoenix bank with assets of more than 500 billion US dollars, not to mention the famous big companies such as Matrix, Apple, Pacific, and Google. Not to mention the mere billions of Chinese coins, even if the entire Delong is added up, it may not be able to gain the eyes of others!"


    They have read Guo Shouyun''s information, and naturally understand the situation. It''s just that after being rejected too many times and closed doors too many times, the brothers of the Tang family are inevitably apprehensive.


    "Big brother, Bruce Guo started from scratch in just a few years and built a huge enterprise empire! Such a person must be very shrewd. He will not fail to see the current situation of our Delong. Although the two things that the fifth sent him are very valuable, But I''m afraid it will be difficult for him to intervene to help us, after all, this is a deficit of billions of Huaxia coins!"


    Tang Wanchuan, the fourth elder of the Tang family, said.


    Today, apart from Tang Wanhua, the second child of the Tang family who is a doctor and the only woman in the second generation of the Tang family, she works as an ophthalmologist in the capital and does not participate in many affairs of the Tang family. Apart from her absence, the four brothers of the Tang family are all here.


    "If it was someone else, maybe because of Delong''s mess, he wouldn''t intervene, but Bruce Guo might have a different choice." Tang Wanli''s eyes flashed a ray of light!


    "why?"


    "Bruce Guo is a Chinese, and he is naturally interested in the Huaxia market. Moreover, from 2002 to the present, he has come to China more than a dozen times. Various companies such as Pacific Energy Group and Guo''s Group are actively exploring the Chinese market, investing hundreds of The US$100 million shows his interest in Huaxia! But despite this, among his many companies, only Jianlibao Group is the only one that really opened up the situation in Huaxia. Although Hanhua Holdings is strong, its foundation is in Hong Kong and mainland financial institutions. The industry is not as good as us.��


    "...Although Global Real Estate and Global Fund have developed rapidly with the support of a large amount of capital, their time is too short and their foundation is weak. Compared with Shunchi, Vanke, and Wanda, they are still far behind. The Internet is good, but it is only small. It''s a little trouble. And Ma Huateng is the master of Tencent, and Ding Lei is the master of Netease. With Bruce Guo''s appetite, he needs an opportunity to develop a career in China, and we Delong is this opportunity. ...Although our Delong Group is facing difficulties now, we have more than 500 shares in our hands, spanning dozens of industries such as finance, insurance, tourism, agriculture and animal husbandry, automobiles, beverages, and dairy industries. That''s enough."


    "Brother, you...you mean to sell Delong Group to Bruce Guo?" Tang Wanxin couldn''t help but said.


    Although the Delong Group had the help of several older brothers, most of them were established by him painstakingly. Just like his children, if they were sold, he would really be reluctant.


    "Fifth, I know your feelings for Delong. But you must know better than us how difficult Delong''s current situation is. If we don''t sell a part of the business to save ourselves, we have no way out. And Delong has the current predicament, A large part of the reason is that we are expanding uncontrollably, intervening in too many industries that we are not familiar with, and consuming too much funds that we should not consume. Therefore, if we want to lead Delong out of the predicament and sell part of the industry, we must do choice."


    "Brother, you are too optimistic. Delong''s current assets have been mortgaged by us to raise funds, and even if he wants to sell it, I am afraid that he will not be able to sell it!" Tang Wanchuan said with a wry smile.


    "Of course I know this. But with Bruce Guo''s financial resources, opportunities are sometimes more important than money...!"


    Before Tang Wanli could finish speaking, the phone in Tang Wanxin''s pocket suddenly rang.


    "Papa...!"


    He just picked up the phone and listened a few times, then his face was pale, his body trembled slightly, and the phone fell to the ground unsteadily.


    Seeing his appearance, the rest of the Tang family''s heart squeaked. Tang Wanping hurriedly asked, "Five, what''s the matter?"


    "The stocks of the old three stocks... have fallen by the limit!" Tang Wanxin said in a trembling voice.


    "What? Are you saying it again?"


    Tang Wanli, who was sitting on a chair, stood up with a ''Teng''.


    "Brother, the stocks of the three oldest stocks have dropped by the limit! The stock prices of Xianghuo Cabinet, Xin-Jiangtunhe, and Alloy stocks have fallen to less than 10 yuan...!"


    Before Tang Wanxin could finish speaking, Tang Wanli''s face flushed, and then he fell down softly.


    "Big brother...!"


    "Call an ambulance...!"


    Along with a panic, Delong''s backbone also fell completely.


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    "Mr. Guo, I''m sorry! No. 2 on the Bund and No. 2 Annex Building of the British Consulate are national key cultural relics protection units and are prohibited from buying and selling."


    Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart, he had long guessed that this would be the result. But if you don''t try it, you will feel a little unwilling in your heart.


    "Mayor Wang, since this is the case, if I only need the right to use these two buildings, there should be no problem?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Of course there''s no problem! Our original plan was to wait for the completion of the Bund source restoration project and build one of the largest cultural and commercial centers in the entire magic capital on this basis. But dare to ask Mr. Guo what he wants What are these two places used for?"


    ��Recently, I have just acquired the Plaza Hotel in New York, USA, and I intend to build a high-end hotel chain group based on this. The right to use No. 2 on the Bund is exactly where I intend to build the second Plaza Hotel in the world. As for the British Consulate 2 The auxiliary building is planning to build a high-end western restaurant!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun said with a smile, "Mayor Wang, if you want to come up with such a design, it should not contradict the renovation project of the Bundyuan in Magic City, right?"


    Wang Delin, Executive Deputy Mayor of Magic City, nodded with a smile.


    "Mr. Guo''s investment plan is completely in line with our renovation plan for the Bund."


    "So, we worked together successfully?"


    "Of course, we are very happy to cooperate with business elites like Mr. Guo!"


    "It is also my honor to be able to invest here!"


    After the words fell, the two shook hands with each other!

 Chapter 620： The miserable Delong Group (Part 1)

    Chapter 620: The Miserable Delong Group (Part 1)


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    After he was busy with Ji Hong''s affairs and won the right to use the two buildings on the Bund, Guo Shouyun just walked out of the city hall of the magic city, and Wang Jue walked over quickly. Looking at her face, Guo Shouyun knew something must have happened.


    really!


    "Boss, the stock price of Delong''s ''Old Three Shares'' suddenly fell at 9 o''clock this morning. After 3 hours of opening, it has dropped to the limit. The market value of 5.3 billion Huaxia coins is now less than 1 billion! In addition, the Tang family, the behind-the-scenes helm of Delong Group, The elder of the four brothers, Tang Wanli, suddenly fell into a coma and has now been sent to the hospital!"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment, "It seems that Delong can''t hold it anymore!" After pondering for a while, he turned around quickly, "Go, go to Delong''s headquarters first!"


    Seeing this, Wang Jue quickly followed.


    The Magic City Delong Building, which was completed in 2003 and is located in Lujiazui, Pudong, is a 5A-level modern office building with an office area of ??nearly 30,000 square meters. The building that once marked the glory of Delong Group has now fallen into chaos.


    When Guo Shouyun entered the door, he was hardly stopped by anyone. All he saw in his eyes was panic, and he didn''t know how to be a good Delong employee. The collapse of the old third stock, like the last straw, completely overwhelmed Delong, a giant who was already strong in the outside world.


    "Boss, I have already asked. Tang Wanxin''s office is on the top floor!"


    With Wang Jue''s beauty, even a normal man would not refuse to answer her.


    "Let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, turned around with his people and walked into the upward elevator. When I came out of the top floor, I found a lot of angry, regretful and panic people standing in the corridor.


    "Why so many people? What are they doing?" Wang Jue asked in surprise.


    "Of course it will be billed!"


    It was not the first time that Guo Shouyun had met the same person. In the last life, he used to work in a home improvement company. The company was not well managed. After the company collapsed, the expressions of those who came to ask for the account were exactly the same as those of the people in front of him!


    "Want an account?"


    "Seeing that Delong is about to collapse. If you don''t come to ask for the account, I''m afraid you won''t get a penny!" Guo Shouyun shook his head and continued forward.


    Their handsome guys and beauties naturally attract people''s attention, but now everyone cares about money, but no one comes forward to disturb them.


    Seeing the sign of the general manager''s office, Guo Shouyun came to the front smoothly under the tall Matthew Kailu. The door was open, and it was also full of people. Because of his height, although he couldn''t squeeze in front of him, Guo Shouyun could see the situation clearly.


    "Tang Wanxin, when I handed over 70 million of Yaxing Bus to you, Delong Financial Management, how did you guarantee it? The return rate is 15% a year, but what about now?"


    A gray-haired old man over fifty years old grabbed Tang Wanxin''s arms in tears and asked angrily.


    "Lao Li, don''t worry. I will definitely give you the money I promised you back then!"


    Tang Wanxin was sweating profusely. The philistine and calmness when he first saw Guo Shouyun turned into panic.


    "Give it to me? What do you give me? Does Delong still have any money? ... Well, I won''t ask you for interest anymore. You can only return the 70 million scriptures to me now!"


    "I will definitely pay you back the money, don''t worry!"


    "Return me? When?"


    "It''s very soon. Lao Li, if you slow me down for two more days, I''ll definitely pay back then!"


    "Slow you down for two more days, I can hear calluses in my ears. Besides, if you run away in two days, who will I go to!" Speaking of this, the old man surnamed Li looked more and more excited, his eyes widened. Red, staring at the man opposite.


    "Will not��!"


    Before Tang Wanxin could finish her sentence, she saw Li Xueqin, who had grabbed his arm, suddenly bent down, his head slammed into the desk, and hissed miserably: "If I can''t get the money back today, I will There is only one death to thank Yaxing''s 6,000 employees!"


    "Old Li, don''t do this, I will definitely pay back the money, and we Delong will definitely pay back!"


    Looking at the half-hundred-year-old man with gray hair, and his forehead was red, swollen and bleeding due to excessive force, Guo Shouyun admitted that he had never seen such a person asking for money in his life.


    "It''s convenient to ask, who was that person just now?" After being stunned for a while, Guo Shouyun turned around and asked another person beside him who asked for the account.


    "Li Xueqin, chairman of Yaxing Bus, handed over 70 million to Delong Financial Management, but now he will not come back."


    "I heard that when he blocked Tang Wanli last time, he forced him to go on a hunger strike. Now that he is like this again, it seems that he is really in a hurry!" Another person interrupted.


    "Who else is in a hurry? 70 million yuan, not 7,000 yuan! My 2 million yuan is as anxious as a hot pot ant, and his 70 million yuan will probably eat the hearts of the Tang brothers and Delong. Got it!"


    "Who said it wasn''t! Sigh, if I knew Delong would fall into this situation, I shouldn''t have given them the money in the first place!"


    "Who told us to be fooled by lard, we only remember the high profit promised by Delong, but forget the risks behind it. With a profit of ten or twenty percent a year, how can money be so easy to make!"


    "Hey, brother, how much did you let Deron get in the way?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I don''t have much. But looking at how it looks today, I''m afraid we won''t be able to make any money."


    "If you don''t come out, you have to! Our hard-earned money can''t be swindled by these grandsons of Delong!"


    "makes sense!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, glanced at Tang Wanxin, who was tightly surrounded by the crowd, then turned and walked outside.


    "Boss, we haven''t seen him?" Wang Jue followed and asked.


    "Look at today''s situation, does Tang Wanxin still have time to see us?"


    Thinking of the situation just now, Wang Jue shook his head.


    "Go back, and soon he will come to us by himself."


    "Are you still planning to invest in Delong?"


    "It depends on how the Tang brothers choose!" After a pause, seeing the worry on Wang Jue''s face, Guo Shouyun smiled and patted her shoulder, "Don''t worry, I will never do anything that is not good for me. !"


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    Tang Wanxin''s call came a little later than Guo Shouyun thought. It seems that it is not easy to get rid of the hundreds of companies that come to collect accounts.


    "Mr. Guo, how did you think about the last time?"


    There was deep exhaustion and helplessness in Tang Wanxin''s tone!


    "Mr. Tang, Delong''s situation now makes me hesitant!"


    "Mr. Guo, Delong''s predicament is only caused by over-investment and lack of funds. As long as we can get your loan and alleviate the financial difficulties, everything will return to normal, and Delong will also become the bright future of the enterprise group before. !"


    "Really? But according to the information I collected, on December 16, 2003, 100.2 million legal person shares of Xianghuo Torch were pledged to China Merchants Bank Magic Capital Branch; on January 12, 2004, 33.47 million legal person shares of Xianghuo Cabinet were pledged to CITIC Industrial Bank Quancheng Jiefang Road Sub-branch; on February 1, 2004, 55.79 million legal person shares in Tunhe, Xinjiang were pledged to Xinjiang Branch of Bank of China; on February 15, 2004, 49.82 million legal person shares in Alloy shares were pledged to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Wu~Lumu~Qi City Mingde Road Sub-branch. 80% of Delong''s most valuable old three shares have been mortgaged."


    "In addition, more than 20 financial institutions managed by Youlian Company, a subsidiary of Delong Group, have absorbed funds of 20.09 billion yuan in disguised form from 443 units and 772 individuals, and the outstanding funds have so far exceeded 7 billion Chinese dollars. From the four major state-owned banks The funds occupied by financial institutions including loans and entrusted transactions in the name of loans and entrusted transactions exceeded 35 billion Chinese dollars, and the unpaid funds have reached 13 billion Chinese dollars. Delong��s entire financial business has a deficit of 20 billion Chinese dollars.��


    "In terms of industry, from 1998 to 2000, Delong spent huge sums of money to acquire hundreds of companies, relying on the ''old three shares'' Xinjiangtunhe, alloy shares and Xianghuo cabinet to form a business that spans food and beverage processing, heavy-duty trucks, Power tools, mining, and cement are the main super-large enterprise groups. However, this scale expansion has not fundamentally contributed to the performance of the three major enterprises, except that it helped Delong get 17 billion Chinese yuan in loans from banks and financial institutions. Increase. The net income of Xin~Jiangtunhe has never exceeded that at the beginning of your stay in 1999. The net income of Alloy Shares hovers between 50 million and 100 million Huaxia coins every year; only Hunan Torch benefits. The development of China Auto Show is slightly better. However, due to rough acquisitions and expansion regardless of cost, Delong''s industrial side is difficult to generate real cash flow. "


    "Finance and industry are Delong''s everything, and you have done too badly in these two aspects. Now you have reached the point where you can''t get back to the sky. ... Mr. Tang, Delong now, but you were at the wine table with you back then. It''s not quite the same as what I said about Deron!"


    On the other side of the phone, Tang Wanxin was silent for a long time, just when Guo Shouyun thought he had hung up. The dull and hoarse voice rang in his ears again.


    "Mr. Guo, so you have given up your investment in Delong?"


    "Not yet, but I need to see Mr. Tang Wanli!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Okay! ... what?"


    Tang Wanxin was already desperate. In the past, any financial institution that knew about DeLong''s dire situation would refuse to fund or lend it.


    "You want to see my big brother?"


    "That''s right. But to be more precise, I want to meet the four brothers of the Tang family, and talk about it by the way! How is it, Mr. Tang agrees?"


    "Of course I agree. But now my eldest brother is hospitalized with high blood pressure I''m afraid it''s not convenient for the time being!"


    "It''s okay, I can wait a few days!"


    "Okay, I''ll give Mr. Guo news as soon as possible!"


    "I look forward to your good news!"


    "goodbye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun played with his mobile phone and pondered for a while after looking at the green garden outside the window.


    "Wang Jue?"


    "boss!"


    "Call Zhang Lei and ask him to arrange the work at hand, and bring Hanhua''s audit department to Modu. In addition, get Yu Fei back."


    "Yes!"


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 Chapter 621： The miserable Delong Group (middle)

    Chapter 621: The miserable Delong Group (middle)


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    For the Delong Group and the Tang brothers who have come to an end, Guo Shouyun''s promise is their last straw.


    Therefore, Guo Shouyun thought it would take a few days to get a reply, but the result was the next day!


    In the senior ward of Renji Hospital in the capital, Guo Shouyun met the four brothers of the Tang family here. However, although only the eldest Tang Wanli was lying on the bed, Tang Wanping, Tang Wanchuan, and Tang Wanxin didn''t look relaxed. Anxiety, sadness, and many other negative emotions made these former tycoons much older and ill.


    "Mr. Guo...!"


    After taking two steps forward and pressing Tang Wanli''s shoulder, "Mr. Tang is not feeling well, just lie down!"


    "Mr. Guo has a distinguished status and should have received Mr. Guo in a more formal setting. But unfortunately, I am sick, so I can only choose the meeting place here!" Tang Wanli said with a wry smile.


    "Mr. Tang is very polite. It doesn''t matter where the meeting place is, what we talk about is the key!"


    "What Mr. Guo said is very true, but I don''t know what is the purpose of Mr. Guo''s insistence on this meeting...?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled faintly, his eyes slowly swept over the four brothers of the Tang family, and placed them on Tang Wanli.


    "Mr. Tang, you know Delong''s situation best. Do you think it can be saved?"


    "What do you mean by Mr. Guo?" Tang Wanli''s pupils shrank, his expression unchanged.


    "I got the news, because Delong Group''s financial transactions involved more than 63 billion Chinese coins, and the deficient funds exceeded 20 billion Chinese coins. The amount is staggering, involving many institutions and individuals, which has a huge impact and caused an earthquake in the industry. Central China has ordered the establishment of a steering group. , and thoroughly investigate the Delong Group." After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Mr. Tang, even if I can save you now, Delong is not destined to survive."


    Tang Wanli and the three surrounding Tang brothers instantly changed color!


    "Mr. Guo, is the central government really going to investigate Delong?"


    "That''s right!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    "But why didn''t we get such news?" Tang Wanxin couldn''t help asking.


    "I have my own channels. If you don''t believe it, wait a few more days to believe that there will be results!"


    Tang Wanxin''s expression changed a bit in an instant. If Delong was investigated, he was almost destined to walk behind bars!


    "Big brother...?"


    After Tang Wanli waved his hand to stop Tang Wanxin''s words, he looked directly at Guo Shouyun, and said with a solemn expression, "Mr. Guo told us this news, I guess it''s not just to see our brothers'' jokes?"


    "Of course! I don''t have the habit of getting into trouble, let alone receiving such a generous gift from you!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun organized the language, "The current Delong Group, if it is in the hands of your Tang brothers. , there must be no help. But if it were me, Delong would still be saved!"


    "Mr. Guo wants to acquire Delong as a whole?!"


    Tang Wanli was shocked.


    His original plan was to sell or mortgage some high-quality assets in exchange for funds from Guo Shouyun to help Delong tide over the difficulties. But I never thought that the young man opposite him had a bigger appetite than he imagined! More importantly, Delong as a whole is a mess that leaks everywhere. After the stock price of the old three stocks collapsed, others are afraid to avoid it, but the other party has to face the difficulty?


    "I have this plan. But before that, I hope Mr. Tang can give me the most detailed operational and financial information inside Delong! I want to find out the inside story of all Delong''s transactions from its establishment to the present!" Guo Shouyun affirmed.


    The Tang brothers exchanged glances. Guo Shouyun saw hesitation and rejection from it. It''s no wonder that Delong can grow rapidly. In addition to the extraordinary talents of the Tang brothers, there must be a lot of gray transactions and violations of law and discipline. If it was really handed over to Guo Shouyun, wouldn''t this become evidence of their crimes?


    "Four people, you know my identity, and you also know a little bit about my net worth. Do you think that with my identity and status, I can use those so-called evidence to send you to prison?... I am a businessman, and I am only interested in making money. Catch criminals and maintain social order, that''s what the police should do!"


    "Then why does Mr. Guo want Delong''s information?" Tang Wanping asked.


    "Delong is a mess right now. If I can''t fully understand it, how can I save it? And my money is not blown by the wind. Before investing, of course, I must have a full understanding of the object I will invest in."


    "Mr. Guo, Delong Group is the result of our Tang family''s efforts for more than ten years. We have no plans to sell it!" Tang Wanchuan suddenly said.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Mr. Tang, you know Delong''s current situation better than me. Do you think your Tang family can keep Delong now?"


    "We... of course we can keep it!"


    The further back you go, the less confident Tang Wanchuan becomes! Obviously, he himself does not have much confidence in keeping the Delong Group!


    "Mr. Guo, open the skylight and speak eloquently. Now that Delong is worried about internal and external troubles, there is really no hope of keeping it...!"


    "Big brother!"


    "Brother, what did you say!"


    After waving his hand to interrupt the words of his younger brothers, Tang Wanli said with a serious expression: "But I believe that Mr. Guo came to visit today. Shouldn''t it be just for Delong''s business information?"


    "It''s still Mr. Tang Wanli! That''s right, business information is only one of my goals. What I value more is actually the four!" Guo Shouyun''s eyes quickly swept over the four brothers of the Tang family.


    "us?"


    Tang Wanping said in surprise.


    "That''s right! To be able to start from scratch and develop Delong to the present day is undoubtedly a leader among people, especially in the field of industrial management. If it weren''t for the fact that there were too many opportunities for Huaxia to make it difficult to control, I am afraid that Delong would not be the same. There will be the current ending. But it doesn''t matter, eat a lot of money and gain wisdom, I believe you can do better in the future."


    "I don''t quite understand what Mr. Guo meant?" Tang Wanchuan said.


    "Actually it''s very simple. I hope that the four can serve as my staff to help me rectify the Delong Group. After the completion of the matter, I can choose one or two of the Delong companies to operate. If you do a good job, I can allow it in the future. You take ownership of the business in an MBO (management buyout)."


    "Mr. Guo''s words are true?" Tang Wanli said with joy.


    He knew in his heart that with Delong''s current predicament, the Tang family was definitely over. Moreover, with so many people in debt, even if the Tang family wanted to make a comeback in the future, it would still be difficult. But if there is a platform that he understands, coupled with the support of Guo Shouyun, a top elite in the business world, the Tang family will still be able to keep their wealth in the future!


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    After the four brothers of the Tang family exchanged glances with each other, Tang Wanli said again: "Mr. Guo, the stakes are very important. I hope you can give us some time to think about it!"


    "No problem! But let me remind you all. You know better than me how Deron is now. So it''s better to make a decision as soon as possible, so that I also have enough time to formulate a plan to save Deron!"


    "Please rest assured, Mr. Guo, we will discuss a result in the shortest possible time and report it to Mr. Guo!" Tang Wanli said.


    "That''s good, I''ll say goodbye first. Come see Mr. Tang in a few days!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he walked out of the ward with his own people!


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    The magic capital Guo''s Manor!


    The time is already the beginning of April 2004, the weather has become very warm, the blooming smiles, peonies, rhododendrons, along with lush shrubs and vines, with a small number of trees, the whole Guo family is decorated with spring.


    Coupled with a light rain last night, the air in the garden was extraordinarily fresh. With the clear sunlight and crisp birdsong the next morning, the Guo Family Manor, which has been around for nearly a century, is particularly elegant and moving.


    ��The weather today is so good!��


    Guo Shouyun sniffed the exceptionally fresh air and nodded.


    "That''s why I pulled you out to yo and bend!" After a pause, "How do you see Delong''s information?"


    "After half a month, I have basically seen it. The important content has been compiled and handed over to you in a few days!" Zhang Lei said.


    "What do you think?" Guo Shouyun nodded and continued.


    "In terms of industryXin~Jiangtunhe, Alloy Co., Ltd. and Hunan Torch, the old three stocks are doing well. As for the rest, it''s almost a mess! In terms of finance, it''s a ''Ponzi scheme''. Tang The brothers first used the old three shares to mortgage loans, first used a small part of the funds for industrial expansion, and stimulated the stock market with good news, and then used most of the loans to establish themselves in the stock market through several financial institutions controlled by themselves, artificially pushing the old three shares. On the surface, the financial institutions under the Delong Group have made substantial profits. Then they use this profit to attract funds from other companies and individuals under the guarantee of 12% to 15% in the name of asset management. "


    "...This part of the funds is also divided into two parts, one part is used to expand Delong''s industry, and the other part is used to promote the stock price of Delong''s listed companies. Then the cycle goes on and on. The loans that Delong Group gets from banks and the funds it absorbs from society. The number is increasing. If the Tang brothers have the long-term vision and financial talent of the boss, this situation may be maintained for a while. Unfortunately, their investment in the industry lacks focus and is too extensive. Most of the investments are Based on the creation of social influence, rather than the real needs and long-term development of enterprises."


    "...In this way, it is difficult for industrial investment to generate enough cash flow to maintain the situation. The stock price promoted by Zhuangzhuang is like a castle in the air. Once it encounters a crisis, it will be revealed! In turn, the Delong Group''s financial system will fall short and completely collapse! It is also the reason why Delong collapsed completely when the stock price of Delong''s ''Old Three Stocks'' fell some time ago!"

 Chapter 622： The miserable Delong Group (Part 2)

    Chapter 622: The Miserable Delong Group (Part 2)


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    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "You need to say a little less. Delong''s ''Ponzi scheme'' is too difficult to maintain. Wealth management''s 12% to 15% investment income is guaranteed to be guaranteed. I have searched all over the world, but there are not many financial investments. Institutions and investors can do it. Even if Delong Group does a good job in the industry, this financial investment policy that seeks quick success and instant profits does not change, and it will inevitably collapse!"


    Zhang Lei nodded with a smile, "The boss''s investment rate of return has exceeded 40% for four consecutive years. If it were you, Delong would become stronger than he is now!"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him with a smile. In fact, from a certain point of view, Delong Group is still very similar to his Guo family. It also rose in a short period of time. It also used the funds obtained from the financial industry to develop industries, and used industrial mortgage loans to promote finance. The difference is that Delong and the four Tang brothers have messed up. However, Guo Shouyun did well because of his previous knowledge. In just over four years, a super business empire worth tens of billions of dollars has been operated!


    "Don''t brag about me! Talk about Deron, how much do we need to invest if we want to bring it back to life?"


    "Are you really going to take it?"


    "Otherwise, why would I work so hard? Did I bring you, a busy person, from Hong Kong?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "But Delong is in a mess now. Not only has he lost nearly 20 billion Chinese coins, but his assets have already been mortgaged. Except for the old three stocks in the industry, the others are half dead. I really can''t see the value of winning it? Moreover, if the same Invest in other industries to generate more returns in the same amount of time!��


    "...In addition, 20 billion Huaxia coins are only Delong''s deficit. If you want to get back the mortgaged Delong assets, you need 15 billion more funds. If you want to resume operations of hundreds of Delong''s companies, in addition to Qualified business managers are needed, and billions of Chinese coins need to be invested. This means that if we want to revitalize Delong, time and energy aside, capital investment alone requires at least 40-50 billion Chinese coins. Converted to US dollars, it is 5 billion to 6 billion. Is this�� really worth it?��


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "What do you think about whether it''s worth the points? ... Old Zhang, do you think I''m short of money?"


    "Of course not!" Zhang Lei shook his head affirmatively.


    Not to mention those giant companies in the United States, the assessed value of the assets of Hanhua alone exceeds 20 billion US dollars. How could he be short of money!


    "If it takes four to five years to withdraw 5 billion US dollars of funds from Hanhua, do you think it will affect the normal operation of Hanhua?"


    "Do not!"


    As a financial institution, Hanhua is not as good as the Phoenix Bank in the United States, but with the support of Mang Seed Fund''s continuous large-scale profits from the financial market and the substantial appreciation of venture capital companies, it has been continuously operating in East and Southeast Asian financial markets over the years. Acquisition to expand own business. Today''s assets under management have exceeded 80 billion US dollars!


    Therefore, not to mention that it takes four to five years to take out 5 billion US dollars, even if it is taken out now, it will not cause danger to the normal operation of Hanhua!


    "In this case, why should you worry about money. If it is only from the perspective of investment and returns, although Delong is not a good investment object on the bright side. But its invisible assets are more valuable in my eyes. !"


    "Hidden assets?"


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively, "Over the years, the four Tang brothers have acquired 67% of the absolute controlling stake in the ''Jinxin Trust'' through acquisitions, financial management and other means; , Tianshan Co., Ltd., controlling 38% of the equity of ''Oriental Life Insurance Company''; with Xinjiang Delong, Xinjiang Lifehong Technology, Modu Xiyu Industry and Xinjiang Tunhe jointly participating, and accumulatively holding 54.5%'' The equity of New Century Financial Leasing Company has achieved absolute control; Alloy Investment, Tunhe Electric, Tianshan Shares, Xinjiang Tunhe and Xinjiang Delong respectively hold 39.69% of the shares of ''Xinjiang Financial Leasing'', We have gained control of the company! Similar companies include 19 financial companies including DeHeng Securities, Xiamen United Trust, Hengxin Securities, and DJI.��


    "...These series of financial companies make Delong Group''s tentacles in various financial fields including securities, insurance, trust, and financial leasing. Except for commercial banks, Delong has almost no shortcomings in finance! You know this means that what?"


    "Financial license!" Zhang Lei said solemnly.


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun''s eyes twinkled, "There are 24 most important financial licenses in the Huaxia financial market (the Internet payment license has not yet appeared), and Delong has almost all of them except commercial banks. It, although it will cost a little more money, saves us a lot of time and energy. . . Time and energy are far more precious than money!��


    Zhang Lei nodded and pondered for a moment, "Boss, although you are Chinese, you are indeed American. Although Hanhua is a Huaxia company, its headquarters is in Hong Kong. In the Mainland''s financial policy, even if we acquire Delong, we will still May not be able to really grasp Delong''s financial assets."


    "...And I have seen that many of the 19 financial institutions that Delong controls are held on behalf of others. Take Deheng Securities as an example, because Xinjiang Chuangyuan Company holds 4.59% of Deheng Securities, so Delong and Chuangyuan hold 4.59% of the shares of Deheng Securities. The company has reached an agreement that Chuangyuan will give Delong the voting rights of 4.59% of the shares held in Deheng Securities, and Delong will guarantee that the capital of 12 million Huaxia coins given by Chuangyuan will return at least 15% of the annual investment return. This kind of transaction has high financial risks in itself, and it is on the edge of Huaxia financial laws. It is very unstable and easy to leave people''s tongues. With the boss''s worth, it is really difficult to take such a method! "


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "You''re right! Although I''m Chinese, I''m American, and legally I''m an outsider. Delong''s way of controlling financial institutions is also extremely unacceptable! But it''s not that it can''t be changed. !"


    Zhang Lei frowned, "You mean...?"


    "look!"


    Guo Shouyun stopped. After Zhang Lei stopped, he looked in the direction of his gaze. Two young women with babies appeared in his eyes!


    He is a smart person, and since he came to the magic capital, it is not the first time he has come to Guo''s Manor, so he quickly understands.


    Noticing the stunned look on his face, Guo Shouyun continued: "It was neither me nor Hanhua who bought Delong, but a pure Chinese with Chinese nationality!"


    "Looks like you''ve already made up your mind!"


    "It is better to make a decision now than to intrigue in the future!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    Regarding the housework of **oss, even Zhang Lei, who is most trusted by him, wisely did not intervene. After all, it is difficult for a clean official to cut off housework!


    "If you buy Delong, what are you going to do in the industry?"


    "Focus on the big and let go of the small, and concentrate on your energy! Even if you are afraid of losing money, sell the unimportant assets such as dance halls and Internet cafes, withdraw some funds, and focus all your energy on no more than 10 companies to become bigger and stronger!"


    Zhang Lei nodded and approved Guo Shouyun''s transformation plan for Delong.


    "Are you going to manage these ten companies yourself?"


    "How can I have so much energy! In addition to finance, I also add one or two companies that I may be interested in. After conducting detailed investigations on the rest, I invited professional consulting companies such as McKinsey and Kearney to redesign the current situation of various industries in China. The management structure, personnel training plan, and sales system are handed over to professional managers to manage the company.��


    Although Huaxia today is no longer the era when products were scarce, materials were scarce, there were many opportunities, and people could make money in anything they did in the 1960s, it was not an era when competition was fierce and it was difficult to make money in everything they did ten years later. I believe that as long as there is a good management system, accurate market positioning, and strict quality inspection standards, it is not difficult for an enterprise to develop!


    "...When these companies develop and get back on the right track, we will package them up for the market, and we will take the opportunity to exit! In this way, the money we make can not only make up for the loss of acquiring Delong, but also get a lot of money. At the same time, it can also increase the popularity of Hanhua in the securities industry!��


    "The boss has foresight!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, and after walking forward for a while, "Old Zhang, do you know how much Delong owes to the Big Four?"


    "According to the records on the data, a total of 15 billion Huaxia coins!"


    "That''s right! 15 billion Huaxia coins! Although the four major banks are state-owned and have deep pockets, if the 15 billion Huaxia coins are not enough, I believe they are definitely not willing!"


    Looking at the deep eyes of **oss and the slightly narrowed eyes, Zhang Lei, who has been with him for more than four years and already knows him very well, instantly understands that **oss is the idea of ??the four majors!


    "You mean to...?"


    "If we acquire Delong and promise to repay the money, do you think we can get some original shares from the big four banks? And let Hanhua Securities and Phoenix Bank become their listed securities companies?"


    "I''m afraid it''s very rare!"


    After pondering for a while, Zhang Lei said. The four major state-owned banks have the country''s bottom line, and their assets under management are in the trillions. They are too huge!


    "Although it''s difficult, it''s not impossible isn''t it?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Now is not more than ten years later, but at the beginning of 2004, according to the financial information disclosed by ICBC, in the whole 2003, its total operating profit was only 63.544 billion Chinese dollars, and its net profit was only 2.658 billion Chinese dollars! If there is a book write-down of billions of Huaxia coins, although it will not threaten the normal operation of ICBC, it is a big mistake for the leaders of ICBC, and it is a deduction for promotion.


    In addition, in 2004, the Huaxia currency did not want to depreciate so much in the future. 15 billion is not a small amount!


    Of course, Guo Shouyun didn''t plan to rely on the loan of 15 billion Chinese coins to achieve his goal, he also prepared other conditions!

 v2 Chapter 1： some words!

I''m sorry that the update has been unstable these months! However, an unbearable relationship finally ended, and Dongren returned to the ranks of single dogs. In the next period of time, in addition to writing books, there is nothing else!


    The content of this chapter is being updated...

 v2 Chapter 623： A thorough investigation from the center

    Chapter 623: A thorough investigation from the central government


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    Just as Guo Shouyun and Zhang Lei were walking in the garden, Wu Xiaojing hurriedly caught up from behind.


    "Boss, I just received the news. The public security and law departments of 13 provinces including Modu, Qilu, Inner Mongolia, and Western Regions have fully seized Delong''s assets. The central government ordered Wu Xiao, deputy governor of the central bank, and Xie Xiaoping, director of the Financial Stability Bureau, to form a special case. The team will jointly deal with the Delong issue. In addition, the Ministry of Public Security has also set up a ''506'' task force to investigate Delong''s criminal behavior! Delong... is completely over!"


    "Where are the four brothers of the Tang family? Is there any news about them?" Guo Shouyun asked quickly.


    "Tang Wanli is still in Renji Hospital, Tang Wanping and Tang Wanchuan are not in the capital and the capital, and Tang Wanxin is missing."


    "Missing? It seems to have run away!"


    Zhang Lei nodded in agreement, "Delong''s apparent principal has always been Tang Wanxin. If there is a judicial investigation, he is most likely to be sentenced. Of course, he must run early! As for Tang Wanli, Tang Wanchuan and Tang Wanping, Tang Wanli has been hiding in the Behind the scenes, Tang Wanchuan and Tang Wanping are both working hard in Delong''s industrial field, and Delong''s financial violations are not counted on their heads. However, Tang Wanxin''s run made things a little more complicated. The entire Delong Group, except for He, I am afraid no one can really understand this giant with 500 companies and nearly 300,000 employees!"


    "Maybe! However, now that Delong is down, it''s time for us to do it!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "What are you going to do?"


    After Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, "Wang Jue, Wu Xiaojing, you two immediately sent an invitation letter to the presidents of the four major banks in Huaxia, saying that I was waiting for them in Modu! In addition, let Phoenix Bank CEO Stephen Bryan come to Modu. Finally, count the list of major shareholders of Delong''s 19 financial institutions, as well as the list of customers who cannot return the principal and guaranteed income, prepare an invitation letter in my name, and wait for my news!"


    After thinking about it at last, I felt that there was nothing missing, "Okay, that''s all, go get busy!"


    "Yes!"


    Looking at the two women who left in a hurry, Zhang Lei said with a smile: "I haven''t seen the boss in high spirits for a long time. It seems that this time you are ready to work hard!"


    "This time, I will take the opportunity of Delong to completely open up the situation for the Guo family in China!" Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed with a shocking light!


    "Looks like I''m busy too!" Zhang Lei nodded.


    "To sort out Delong''s accounts as soon as possible, to find out the operational status and personnel structure of Delong''s companies, is the most important thing for you now! Of course, when Stephen arrives, the two of you will go with me to see those capital cities. Coming comrades!"


    "Yes!"


    Just then, Matthew strode over.


    "Boss, is someone asking to see you outside the door?"


    "Who?"


    "He said his name was Wu Feng, and he was Tang Wanli''s nephew!"


    Guo Shouyun knew that the five siblings of the Tang family, the eldest Tang Wanhua was the only girl, and was an ophthalmologist in the capital, and did not participate in the business operations of the Tang family. However, before the Tang family and Delong were wealthy and powerful, it made sense to let their son defect to his uncle to seek development.


    "Tang Wanli didn''t let his son and daughter come, but let a nephew come to see me. What kind of medicine is sold in this gourd?"


    "He is now being investigated in isolation, and both sons and daughters will be implicated. Instead, it is this nephew, who can reassure him, is not easy to attract attention, and has enough ability!" Zhang Lei said.


    "What, you know him?"


    "He was included in the personnel information sent by the Tang family. He just obtained a double master''s degree in business management and financial engineering from the University of Pennsylvania last year. He used to intern at the Pioneer Fund for half a year. After returning to China, Tang Wanxin arranged for him to be in Delong''s external liaison department. For half a year, Long has brought in more than 150 million Chinese coins for Delong Jinxin Trust, and he just resigned from the position of Deputy General Manager of Delong Jinxin Trust in January this year!"


    "Resign? Interesting. Do you know the reason?" Guo Shouyun asked with great interest.


    "Delong''s personnel information says that the employee himself is not satisfied with the salary conditions, but with Wu Feng''s background, this is obviously impossible!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, thought for a while and asked with a smile, "Are you interested in meeting this Wu Feng with me?"


    "certainly!"


    "Matthew, bring people to the living room!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Yes!"


    There are two main buildings in Guo''s Manor, one is a place for meeting and banqueting guests, and the other is the host''s private residence; the two buildings are connected by a veranda, forming a capital ''L'' shape! The L-shaped structure divides the Guo''s Manor surrounded by green trees into two gardens, one front and one back. The front is dominated by a small number of trees and large lawns, while the back is dominated by flowers, shrubs, water bodies and lawns. Except for a small number of trees in the corners, there is no other place to block the sight.


    Guo Shouyun took Zhang Lei from the back garden, following the stone-paved garden road straight into the front parlor. At the same time he came in, Matthew also brought Wu Feng in.


    This is a young man in a brown suit, with a spirited sizing, with gold wire glasses, a tall and straight figure, and a refined temperament. Because of his high cheekbones and slightly wide chin, he doesn''t look very handsome, but his deep eyes and the confidence in his expression are more prominent and more attractive!


    When Guo Shouyun and Zhang Lei looked at Wu Feng, he was also looking at the two opposite. Bruce Guo, a well-known name in the U.S. financial industry, Wu Feng, who had planned to resign and no longer wanted to be involved with Delong, heard from his uncle that he was visiting, and agreed. In order to be able to see with his own eyes, this financial giant who has been praised by countless people in the financial industry and has the nickname of "Son of God" is the real face of a mountain!


    But not to mention other things for the time being, when Wu Feng saw the other party for the first time, the first impression that popped up in his head was ''young''.


    "It''s really too young! Although I already knew that the other party was just 24 years old, but seeing it with my own eyes, there is still a huge gap with the information on paper!" Wu Feng thought.


    As for the gentle and steady man in his thirties who stood beside Guo Shouyun, after knowing who he was visiting, Wu Feng, who had done his homework, also knew the identity of the other party.


    "Mr. Guo, Mr. Zhang Lei, it''s a great honor to meet the two of you!" Wu Lei said respectfully.


    Although he is very confident in his knowledge and ability, but the two in front of him are well-known in the world''s financial industry, of course he does not dare to be presumptuous!


    After briefly looking at the young man in front of him who looked twenty-seven or eight-year-old, Guo Shouyun exchanged glances with Zhang Lei.


    "You''re welcome, please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    While the servant was serving tea, Guo Shouyun asked, "Your uncle asked you to come to me?"


    "Yes! He asked me to bring this letter and this gift to Mr. Guo!"


    After taking the things Wu Feng handed over, Guo Shouyun opened the letter first. In today''s days when the Internet is not very developed, writing letters is still a common thing. Especially for someone like Tang Wanli who is over fifty years old and used to communicating by letter. Of course, it''s more convenient to make a phone call, but given Tang Wanli''s current surveillance situation, he definitely can''t make a phone call. Especially the phone call with Guo Shouyun about the secret transaction is impossible to make again.


    The content of the letter is very simple, just hope Guo Shouyun will not forget the previous transactions between the two parties. Plus a few minor things, no need to go into details.


    As for the gift, Guo Shouyun looked at the photo, which showed four tall ''tree jade''.


    Tree jade is jadeized silicified wood, and it is different from ordinary silicified wood because of its crystal clear appearance. In the long process of geological history, large tracts of virgin forests were buried underground by the vast natural forces. In the environment of high pressure, low temperature and anaerobic immersion in silica, the carbon element in the tree is gradually replaced by silica, and some of the original characteristics of the tree are partially retained, and some mineral elements of the surrounding rock layers are incorporated , forming a colorful material, which is petrified wood, also called wood fossil. Then in the long geological period, in the constant changes of temperature and pressure, the silicified wood underwent different metamorphisms, recrystallized, and the main component was converted into opal chalcedony, which is tree jade, also called woody jade.


    The formation of tree jade requires extremely harsh geological environmental conditions. The probability of paleontological fossils forming is only one in a million, and the probability of forming tree jade is even lower. Due to the particularity of the non-renewable nature of natural fossils, one is mined in the world, and one less is stored underground, so the price of tree jade is extremely high, and is often higher than the price of jade. Therefore, this kind of strange stone, which was regarded as a tribute in ancient times, has a very high collection value!


    Moreover, the formation period of tree-like jade is hundreds of millions of years. In addition, the combination of trees'' ''vitality'' and ''prosperity'' and jade''s meanings of ''exorcising evil'', ''suppressing demons'' and ''dissolving evil'' is often used as a town house. precious! It means longevity or health and longevity.


    "Your uncle is willing to give them to me?"


    The last time Guo Shouyun saw these four jade trees, they were placed in the lobby of the headquarters of Delong Modu, representing the four brothers of the Tang family! That''s why he has this question.


    "Uncle said that only Mr. Guo is worthy of these four rare stones! Moreover, he reassured Mr. Guo that these four pieces of tree jade are not Delong''s property and will not cause any trouble to Mr. Guo!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded after looking at the photo in his hand. These four pieces of tree jade are worth tens of millions of Chinese coins, but now Tang Wanli gave them to himself without hesitation, plus the previous picture of Zeng Gong''s "Bureau Post" and Hetian Jade Seed Materials, he was really afraid He broke his promise and took out his old bottom.


    Of course, having said that. These things are nothing but generosity. If he doesn''t give it to himself, he may not be able to keep it under the background of Delong''s collapse and the central government''s thorough investigation. It''s better to give it directly to yourself, since you gain favor, you won''t lose anything.


    As for the future inventory of Delong''s assets, will someone come to the door to ask for it? Guo Shouyun believes that as long as they are not in Delong''s asset list, as Tang Wanli said, the public security and law department of China will not come to the door. After all, he now has an extraordinary status and has extraordinary influence in the world. As long as it is not a blatant illegal crime, no one will trouble themselves.


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 v2 Chapter 624： 3 white horse stocks

    Chapter six hundred and twenty-four three white horse stocks


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    After putting the letter and photo on the table next to him, he briefly looked at Wu Feng next to him.


    "Your uncle recommended you to me in the letter. He said that you have a broad vision, clear thinking, and great talent in business management. At the same time, you also have unique insights into the financial industry. Let me help you find a job!" The calm Wu Feng, Guo Shouyun said with great interest, "What do you think?"


    "When I was studying in the United States, I heard that Mr. Guo is a meritocracy, not based on age and qualifications, but on talent, vision and courage. Mr. Zhang Lei, CEO of Hanhua Holdings, Tim George, CEO of Ruby, Thunder Fund Zhang Shaoling, head of Solomon Fund, and Qin Zhicheng, head of Unicorn Fund, are both young and typical representatives! Therefore, it would be my honor to be able to work for Mr. Guo!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Old Zhang, someone mentioned you!"


    "Looking back now, I was really lucky to meet the boss!" Zhang Lei said.


    "Fortunately, it should be me. It didn''t take much effort to network you as a business talent, otherwise Hanhua would not be able to develop so fast!"


    "The boss is rude!"


    At this point, Guo Shouyun turned to look at Wu Feng.


    "As you said, I do value individual talent over age and experience, but that doesn''t mean the latter two are not important. Sometimes experience is more important than talent, especially in the high-risk financial industry!" Afterwards, "But I''m curious, why did you choose to leave when you were the deputy general manager of Jinxin Trust? With your relationship with the Tang family, you will almost certainly enter the core layer of Delong in the future! Give up the bright future, and the previous Is it worth the effort?"


    "Maybe it was not worth it at the time. But judging from the ending of Deron today, my choice was right!"


    "So you expected Delong''s ending?" Guo Shouyun asked curiously.


    "I just thought Deron wasn''t for me, I didn''t expect it to fall apart so quickly!"


    "continue!"


    Wu Feng nodded, "After I got a double master''s degree in MBA and financial engineering at the University of Pennsylvania, I entered the Pioneer Fund as an intern, and I am most familiar with fund investment. The original plan was to use the platform of Jinxin Trust to make a project. It''s a pity that the funds I raised with my efforts were all used to maintain the stock price of Delong''s top three shares. However, the cash flow of Xinjiang Tunhe, Alloy Shares and Xianghuo Cabinet itself is not outstanding, and it is impossible for the company to make a profit. Supporting dozens of times the price-earnings ratio. This kind of thing that goes against the law of the market can only be successful for a short time, and it cannot last for a long time. Therefore, after repeatedly proposing to use funds to invest in the stock market in companies with healthy financial reports, reasonable operations and bright futures, I knew that there was not a stage for me to display my talents, so I resigned!"


    "Since you said that you should use your funds for promising companies in the stock market, in the current stock market, which ones do you think are suitable for investment?"


    Wu Feng is very smart, he knows that this is the other side testing him. After running quickly in my mind, I combined the information I knew in the past and organized the language.


    "I think there are currently three companies that are most suitable for investment in the stock markets of China and Shenzhen: Maotai, Wanxiang Qianchao and Tongrentang!"


    "why?"


    "Combining the stock markets of Shanghai and Shenzhen, the 50 companies with the best returns in the past ten years have been bought and held since they were listed. 7 companies (14%), food and beverage companies (10%), 5 real estate companies (10%), 4 mining companies (8%), 4 materials (8%), retail 2 businesses (4%), 1 finance company (2%), 1 daily necessities (2%), 1 public utility (2%), 1 software (2%) )."


    "...Pharmaceuticals and food and beverages account for nearly 50%, and the same situation occurs in U.S. stocks and other financial markets around the world. It can be seen that pharmaceuticals, food and beverages are hotbeds of excellent companies. Similarly, the performance of the manufacturing industry is also very good."


    "...In the field of medicine, since its listing in 1997, Tongrentang has continuously distributed dividends of 270 million Chinese coins, accounting for 35.36% of the accumulated net profit in the same period. After six years of listing, the market value has increased by 5.3 times! Moreover, Tongrentang, as a time-honored brand of traditional Chinese medicine, represents High market recognition and good prospects. Whether it is long-term or short-term, it is a high-quality stock that cannot be missed.��


    "...In addition, with the passage of time and the implementation of family planning, the age of China''s population is getting closer and closer. I believe that in the future, the future of the medical and health industry will be very bright, and Tongrentang, as a long-established brand, should not be missed. ."


    "In the field of food and beverages, Moutai is undoubtedly the most suitable investment. First of all, it is the originator of Huaxia Daqu sauce-flavored wine, and is respected as the "national wine". It is one of the world''s three famous distilled wines, which is as famous as Scotch whisky and French cognac. At the same time, it is one of the three famous wines in China, "Mao Wujian", with a history of more than 800 years. In 1996, Moutai craftsmanship was identified as a state secret to be protected. In 2001, the traditional craftsmanship of Moutai was included in the first batch of national material cultural heritage. "


    "...All of these have given Maotai a great reputation. Combined with the culture of citing liquor that has been passed down by the Chinese for thousands of years, Maotai, as a leader in liquor, has huge room for growth in the future. This is only two years since its listing, and its market value has risen. Nearly 4 times, we can see the market''s expectations and optimism for it. In addition, with the continuous development of China''s economy and the improvement of the income level of the Chinese people, the demand for Moutai will only increase. Now investing in Moutai in the future will gain invaluable Fei''s harvest."


    "In the field of machinery, Wanxiang Qianchao has a bright future. In 2003, Huaxia Automobile sold 10,000 vehicles, a year-on-year increase of 34.7%, rising for 12 consecutive years. Compared with the sales in 2000, 2001 and 2002, the annual growth rate has increased. It can be seen that with the continuous development of China''s economy, the auto industry has great prospects in the future. Wanxiang Qianchao has developed for more than 30 consecutive years and has now become China''s largest auto parts manufacturer, and it just became the United States last year. GM''s spare parts suppliers, the business prospects are good."


    "...In addition, as the chairman and CEO of Wanxiang Qianchao, Lu Guanqiu has a stable and old-fashioned business strategy. After many major changes after China''s reform and opening up, he has led Wanxiang to develop to the present, known as the ''evergreen tree in the business world''. In the field of investment, sometimes people play a more important role than enterprises. The combination of Lu Guanqiu and Wanxiang has ensured that Wanxiang Qianchao has grown by 24.75% every year since its listing in 1994, and it is also a very worthwhile investment target!��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a while, he turned to look at Zhang Lei next to him.


    "Old Zhang, what do you think of other people''s analysis?"


    "Very exciting! Maotai, Tongrentang and Wanxiang Qianchao are indeed worth investing in. But what I am more curious about is that these three objects selected by Mr. Wu Feng are stable in operation and financially healthy, which are favored by most people in the stock market. Whitehorse stocks are suitable for long-term investment. But from the perspective of return, they do not seem to be the most suitable!��


    White horse stocks refer to stocks with long-term performance, high returns and high investment value. Because the relevant information has been disclosed, the performance is relatively clear, and at the same time, it has the characteristics of excellent performance, high growth, and low risk, so it has high investment value and is often favored by investors.


    Similar technical terms are blue chip stocks, dark horse stocks, demon stocks and so on.


    Wu Feng is not a fool, he can hear the hidden meaning in Zhang Lei''s words; that is, as long as the professionals know what you said, it does not show your talent!


    "In the stock markets of Shanghai and Shenzhen, there is not one white horse stock. The three I chose are the top three in the fields of beverage and food, machinery, medicine and health. In addition, I have more experience in the field of public funds. , so I analyze it from the perspective of public fund managers and long-term holdings. If I choose dark horse stocks from the perspective of profit, I need enough time to explain my point of view and convince the two gentlemen. "


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looked at Wu Feng''s calm expression, smiled, and changed the subject.


    "If you were asked to choose among the nineteen financial institutions under Delong''s, which one would you choose?"


    "The Sea Association Trust!"


    Wu Feng thought for a moment and then said.


    "What am I not Jinxin Trust? Didn''t you stay there for half a year? You should be most familiar with it." Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Although Jinxin Trust is familiar with it, it manages more than 20 billion Chinese currency; and the personnel structure is complicated. Although I stayed there for half a year, I could not integrate into its corporate atmosphere. In contrast, ARATS Although the trust manages not many funds, the personnel are relatively simple. As a professional manager, I can build the company according to my philosophy and management method and lead the company to grow.��


    "It''s easier to draw on a piece of white paper!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Yes!"


    Wu Feng nodded.


    Guo Shouyun took a deep look at him and said, "I already know your intentions. Go back and tell your uncle, that I will never break my promise to him."


    "Yes!"


    Wu Feng stood up and responded. He knew that the other party was chasing people, so he took out the last thing he prepared.


    "Mr. Guo, this is an analysis and investment report on the Huaxia stock market that I wrote based on my experience working in Jinxin Trust for more than half a year. I hope you can give some opinions after reading it!"


    "Oh, is it? I want to take a good look at this!"


    With that said, he took over the solid documents in Wu Feng''s hand.


    "Then I''ll say goodbye!"


    "Matthew, give me Mr. Wu!"


    "Yes!"


    Wu Feng took one last look, holding his own information in his hand, the business tycoon with a gentle smile on his face, turned around and walked out under the leadership of Matthew.


    He only hoped that the things he had written so painstakingly for more than a month could leave some place in the other party''s heart, seek a good platform for his future development, and show revenge in his heart!


    Until Wu Feng''s back disappeared at the corner, Guo Shouyun turned his head and asked with a smile, "What do you think?"


    "The head is splendid! Reminds me of when I just graduated from Yale!" After a pause, UU Reading "How does the boss plan to arrange him?"


    "I haven''t made up my mind yet, let''s take a look at his profile first! ... But I think you seem to be very interested in him?"


    "It''s really a bit! There are not many young people who can express their views at such a young age."


    "I''m not a tiger or a lion. I''m afraid of what I''ll do. If you are talking about the majesty of your leadership, you, the CEO of Hanhua, are much stronger than me!"


    Zhang Lei spread his hands and said with a smile, "Boss, I''m working for you now."


    "Damn part-time job, now you are also a shareholder of Hanhua, and we are partners!" After a pause, "Okay, since you like him, let him follow you to sort out Delong''s information first, and help by the way. I will investigate. When the matter of Delong is settled, I will arrange specific positions according to his performance!"


    Zhang Lei nodded.


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 v2 Chapter 625： 4 big lines

    Chapter 625 The Four Great Actions


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    "Boss, this is the receipt from Hua Xia Bank. President Zhu said that he will meet you on time in the Magic Capital on March 15th. ... This is the fax of the receipt!"


    While Guo Shouyun took it over and looked at it, Wu Xiaojing continued: "In addition, the head of the Agricultural Bank of China, Fu Pingping, accompanied No. 1 on an overseas inspection and was unable to come to the meeting. I apologize to you."


    "Going abroad for inspection?" After nodding clearly, "Who is the replacement candidate?"


    "Vice President Qi Xiaoguang!"


    After tasting the name, Guo Shouyun continued: "Have you chosen the meeting place?"


    "According to your requirements for privacy and quietness, we have chartered a luxury yacht. At that time, we will depart from Shiliupu Pier and enjoy the night view of the Magic City while swimming along the Huangpu River. In addition, we also invited the most famous one in the Magic City. The chef of Shanghai cuisine guarantees the taste of the dinner. The drinks are 5-year-old Maotai and Wuliangye, and 92-year-old Margaux and Mouton. In terms of safety, Matthew has taken a bodyguard to thoroughly inspect the yacht and did not find any Security risks."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Has the place to live been arranged?"


    "It has been arranged, the luxurious suite of the Peace Hotel!"


    "What about reception?"


    "We have borrowed some reception staff from Hanhua, Universal, and Matrix from the Magic Capital Branch. Wang Jue and I are responsible for the leadership and are responsible for reception!"


    After thinking that there were no other problems, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "That''s it, remember, don''t make any mistakes."


    "Yes!"


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    It was already in the middle of March, and the night was still cool in the magic capital, but the wind was much less cold and cold in winter, accompanied by a touch of water vapor hitting the face, which made people feel comfortable. And in this comfortable evening wind, enjoying the night view of the Magic City is a kind of enjoyment for most people!


    "The neon is shining and the light is shining. It seems that the magic capital has developed very fast in these years! In just half a year, the scenery of the city center has changed again!" Wearing a black suit, the forehead is broad and the face is wide. Hua~xia Bank President Zhu Guangshi said with a smile.


    "Magic City is the economic center of the country after all! Coupled with its superior geographical location and policy support, it is a matter of course that the development is fast. ... But I am more curious about the purpose of Mr. Guo who invited us here than Modu City. ?"


    The speaker was Xie Pengcheng, President of China Construction Bank. He was not tall in his hometown of Xiamen, Fujian Province, and he looked very energetic with his modesty, but his tight mouth and unsmiling expression made him look a little serious.


    "Phoenix Bank has been discussing cooperation with us recently, hoping to get original shares and listing underwriting rights. As the behind-the-scenes helmsman of Phoenix Bank, Guo Shouyun personally invited us, 80% of which is for this!" Qi Xiaoguang said.


    Although he is only the vice president of the Agricultural Bank, he is the senior among the four. In his late sixties, he has worked in the banking system all his life. Although he is inferior to the three peers around him in level, he is the most respected among the four!


    "It is indeed possible. However, Bruce Guo has been in the capital for nearly two months. Why didn''t he find us before, but waited until now?" said Zhou Peide, President of ICBC.


    "Still don''t need to spend this god, when we meet, the answer will naturally be revealed!" Xie Pengcheng said.


    "Too!"


    The other three nodded in agreement.


    "I''ve always heard of Mr. Guo''s famous name, but this time I can finally see it with my own eyes!" said Qi Xiaoguang.


    "I came here this time, half of the purpose is for this!"


    Zhu Guangshi''s words caused the other three to nod in unison! Guo Shouyun, who has risen like a comet in more than four years, is not only curious about the Americans. In China, there are countless people who are very curious about him because of his Chinese identity!


    "Four presidents, our boss is here, please come with me!" Wang Jue came over and said respectfully.


    "Lead the way ahead!"


    "Please!"


    When she led the crowd to the yacht parked at the dock, Guo Shouyun also brought Stephen Bryan and Zhang Lei to greet her.


    "Four presidents, thank you very much for being invited by Guo to travel thousands of miles to the banquet. It is a great honor!"


    After the four exchanged glances, Qi Xiaoguang spoke first: "You''re welcome! For the establishment of well-known companies such as Ruby, Matrix Group, Phoenix Bank, etc., they have a net worth of tens of billions of dollars in time, and they are a leader in the global business community and financial market. Mr. Guo, we are also very curious. Even without your invitation, if we know that you are in the capital, we will take the initiative to visit!"


    Zhu Guangshi and the three also nodded in agreement.


    "President Qi is very welcome! Let me introduce... This is Stephen Bryan, CEO of Phoenix Bank;... This is Zhang Lei, CEO of Hanhua Holdings Group!"


    "Phoenix and Hanhua''s reputation has long been known to our ears, and we have been well-known for two gentlemen for a long time. It''s an honor to meet here today!"


    "You''re welcome, it''s my honor to be able to meet you!"


    After a few polite greetings, they boarded the yacht he specially prepared under the leadership of Guo Shouyun. Because today''s people are either rich or expensive, the size of the yacht certainly can''t be petty.


    "Legend", the 50-meter mega yacht built by the second largest luxury yacht manufacturer in Italy, was chartered by him!


    In fact, with his current wealth, buying a yacht is easy. But yachts are different from private jets, which he needs to use regularly. The former is just a luxury for rest and play! Not only can not appreciate, but always depreciate! For Guo Shouyun, who doesn''t use it once or twice a year, buying a yacht and putting it there to get moldy really goes against his wealth of financial and investment knowledge.


    In Guo Shouyun''s view, it is enough to rent one when needed, and it is not expensive anyway!


    The back deck of the Legend is very large, a round table and seven chairs can easily be put down!


    "Please take a seat. Tonight, I specially invited the famous Shanghai chef from Tang Pavilion to cook for us. In addition, I also prepared aged Moutai and 1992 First Growth Bordeaux red wine; under this quiet night, we can accompany us. The Huangpu River and the Magic City are full of brilliance, enjoy delicious food and wine!" said Guo Shouyun, the owner.


    "Mr. Guo has a heart! Sitting on the yacht, enjoying the scenery and tasting wine, is different than sitting in a hotel box!" Xie Pengcheng laughed.


    The others nodded in agreement.


    "Mr. Guo, delicious wine, delicious food, and a sultry night are very good. But I am an impatient person. Could you briefly explain the purpose of inviting us here, otherwise this delicious food may be lost in your mouth. Smell, wasting things in vain!" Zhu Guangshi said.


    "Lao Zhu''s words really speak to me! Mr. Guo, I want to know more about the purpose of your invitation to us today than to eat?" Qi Xiaoguang said.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, and his eyes quickly swept across the four of them.


    "Look at the faces of the gentlemen, if I don''t explain it in advance, I''m afraid this meal will not be delicious today!" After a pause, "Alright, since you want to hear it, I''ll briefly talk about it first. Bar."


    "...The ''Delong case'' that has been up and down in China recently, I think all four of you should have heard of it?"


    The four exchanged glances, and each could see a trace of surprise in their eyes! They all thought that Guo Shouyun would ask for the original shares and listing underwriting rights of the four major banks, but what the other party never revealed was Delong, who was "unable to fight with eight poles"!


    "The Delong Group involved a huge amount of money, and even the central government was alarmed. It''s impossible for us not to know! ... However, I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to be so interested in this?" Xie Pengcheng said.


    Facing the pair of exploratory eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled and said: "There is indeed a bit of interest. Although Delong Group is in deficit, its industry is still very good, and the direction is very accurate. The only pity is that the Tang brothers are too concerned about finance. , neglected the investment and management of the industry, otherwise it would not have reached this stage!"


    "Mr. Guo wants to annex Delong?" Qi Xiaoguang suddenly asked.


    "It does mean that, but before that, there are still a few conditions that need to be improved!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Oh? I don''t know what conditions are there?" Zhou Peide asked.


    "Delong Group owes up to 16.3 billion Chinese dollars in loans to the listed banks. Among them, ICBC 5.7 billion, Agricultural Bank 2.8 billion, Hua Xia Bank 4.3 billion, and China Construction Bank 3.9 billion. Although the four major banks are big, but 16.3 billion Chinese dollars It is not a small amount, if it becomes a bad debt, I am afraid that the financial report of the bank managed by you will have a negative growth this year!"


    "The matter is not as serious as Mr. Guo thought. Even if Delong still can''t pay the loan of 16.3 billion Chinese coins, after auctioning Delong''s assets, this hole can be closed." Xie Pengcheng said.


    "President Xie is too optimistic. Delong owes more than the four major banks. Its 19 financial institutions also owe nearly 200 companies and more than 700 people nearly 13 billion Chinese yuan in wealth management funds. With the funds of financial institutions such as Guangfa Bank and Shenzhen Development Bank, Delong''s money loophole is close to 35 billion Chinese coins! After Delong''s collapse, it would be good to pay back 15 billion yuan. The remaining 20 billion Chinese currency, if no one If you take over, each family can only admit that they are unlucky. ... Even the four major companies are the same!"


    All the old fritters were present. After the four of them were silent for a while, Zhou Peide asked, "Since Mr. Guo took the initiative to mention this problem, I think there is a solution!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "I do have some solutions. It''s just for the reference of the four! ... I won Delong, and I will pay for the money Delong owes the four major banks. But I will not immediately pay for the money. To you, but to change a form: the funds of 16.3 billion Huaxia coins, the right to be the wealth management fund of the four major banks in Delong, I will give you a guaranteed return of 7.5% per year, and after five years, the principal will be paid with interest at one time. Pay off!... In exchange, Hanhua and Phoenix will get 15% of the original shares of the four major banks and get a seat on the board of directors. In addition, when the four major banks are listed, Phoenix and Hanhua will automatically become your listing underwriters, and at least Qualified to underwrite 50% of the stock!"


    "Mr. Guo''s appetite is really amazing!"


    They are all elites who have been trained in half a lifetime. Guo Shouyun''s conditions are staggering, but Xie Pengcheng and the others have not lost their calm!


    "16.3 billion Chinese coins, 7.5% of the guaranteed return, after 5 years, the income of 19.6 billion Chinese coins. Without my intervention, your money will cause at least 12 billion Chinese coins to be deducted from the book, this time and again That��s 31.6 billion Chinese currency!�� I helped you earn 31.6 billion Chinese currency, and now you only need 15% of the original stock and 50% of the IPO��s underwriting rights. Is this appetite amazing? I think it��s better than Morgan, HSBC, Citi and Goldman Sachs. How much?"


    After the four exchanged glances, Zhou Peide said, "Mr. Guo, if you eat so much at once, aren''t you afraid that Morgan and Citigroup will be jealous behind their backs and hinder the development of Phoenix and Hanhua?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled indifferently, "If I was really afraid, Phoenix, Hanhua, even Matrix, Ruby, etc. would not have today. And I will not have now!"


    "Mr. Guo''s arrogance is admirable! However, although your conditions are attractive, the conditions of Morgan, HSBC, and Citi also make us unable to give up. In addition, in order to ensure absolute control, whether it is financing or IPO, we cannot let Guo''s conditions are not acceptable to us!" Qi Xiaoguang said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. He had expected long before he started that if he only used money, it would be difficult to get what he wanted. After all, behind the four major banks with financial hegemony is the country!


    "What if I exchange equity?" Guo Shouyun said slowly.


    The eyes of the four of them lit up, and Zhu Guangshi quickly said: "Mr. Guo means the equity of Phoenix and Hanhua?"


    "No, only Hanhua!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    The foundation of Phoenix is ??in the United States, and the foundation of Hanhua is in China. When neither side was listed, it was not easy for the names of the four major banks to appear in Phoenix''s shareholder list. Hanhua is very suitable for introduction. With the equity of the four major banks, it is also a help for Hanhua to expand its business in the mainland!


    "How many shares of Hanhua is Mr. Guo planning to transfer?"


    Although it is somewhat disappointing to not be able to obtain the original shares of Phoenix, if you can obtain the original shares of Hanhua, which is second to none in East Asia, and is the fastest growing comprehensive financial group, it is also worth a thousand dollars!


    "According to everyone''s conditions, each family does not exceed 3%!"


    "Mr. Guo, 3% seems a bit too little, right? You are planning to take 15% from us!" Zhou Peide said.


    "President Zhou, you seem to have forgotten the terms of exchange for my more than 30 billion Huaxia coins!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    Zhou Peide didn''t feel embarrassed at all and smiled and didn''t continue!


    After the four exchanged glances again, Qi Xiaoguang said: "Mr. Guo, you know. Our four major banks belong to the state, and any decision must be convened by a board of directors and passed by a vote. Therefore, we can''t give you one today. The exact answer!"


    "I understand. Today we are just chatting briefly, and it won''t be too late to tell me after everyone has discussed it! I�� can afford to wait!"


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 v2 Chapter 626： Yunfan Investment

    Chapter 626 Yunfan Investment


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    "Boss, do you think they will agree?"


    Watching the presidents of the four major banks leave, Zhang Lei, who was standing beside Guo Shouyun, asked.


    "Yes, but our conditions must be compressed!"


    The four major banks are definitely going to be listed, and they have already entered the agenda. In this context, it is also a favorite thing for the other party to have a partner with superior conditions. Moreover, Guo Shouyun did not swallow all the benefits in one bite. They still have enough space and cards to fight for more benefits with Morgan and Goldman Sachs!


    "What kind of conditions do you expect to get in the end?" Stephen Bryan asked.


    "It''s hard to say, it depends on whether the four major banks have their own unique requirements!" Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes and said, "That''s right, Stephen. This time, the original shares of the four major banks were exchanged with Hanhua''s original shares. So for the sake of fairness, it will not be distributed to Phoenix. However, except for Hong Kong, the stock underwriting rights of the four major banks in the international capital market can be handed over to you! But in principle, it will not exceed the total amount of stock underwriting that the four major banks have handed over to us. half!"


    Stephen Bryan nodded.


    "No problem, I can accept it!"


    Hearing this, Zhang Lei was also relieved! Although this negotiation, somewhat borrowed the influence of Phoenix Bank itself. But it is Hanhua who pays the price. If Hanhua''s interests are distributed to Phoenix, even if it is a brother company, he is not willing. Fortunately, the big boss has already talked about this matter, so that he will not be embarrassed!


    "Okay, it''s getting late, let''s leave too!"


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    When they got home, Ji Hong and Ji Zheng had not slept because it was still early. After changing clothes, he walked over to the two of them and sat down, looking at the two little guys in diapers. As an old father, Guo Shouyun wanted to hug them, but the smell of alcohol on his body was too strong, which made the "four-legged gold-swallowing beast" cry.


    "How are the two babies today? Are you good?"


    "Rui Shu is very good today, Rui Qi cried for a while at noon!" Ji Zheng said.


    After nodding and teasing the two little guys, "Give them to Auntie, you two come to the study with me, I have something to tell you!"


    After the two sisters looked at each other, they nodded. Following the words, after handing the child over to Yuesao, follow Guo Shouyun to the second floor!


    After closing the door, there were only three of them left in the entire study! Looking at Guo Shouyun''s face, Ji Hong and Ji Zheng, who were smart and ice-snow, clearly felt the difference today, and couldn''t help but mention it in their hearts.


    "Shouyun, you... don''t you want us?"


    Seeing Ji Zheng worried and about to cry, Guo Shouyun was dumbfounded and immediately smiled: "Don''t think about it, I don''t want you. I just have something to tell you!"


    "Really?" Ji Zheng said quickly.


    "Of course, when did I lie to you!"


    His affirmative tone and expression made the two sisters'' expressions relaxed.


    Seeing this, Guo Shouyun took out a document from his briefcase.


    "Look at it!"


    "Yunfan Investment Company?!" Ji Hong read it subconsciously after taking a look at it.


    "I asked Zhang Lei to do this. The registration place is in Magic Capital. Plaza Hotel Group and Qilin Restaurant are the first companies it invested in. In addition to giving you 5% of the equity, the rest 90% of the company is owned by Yunfan Investment! We are the three shareholders of the company, I own 40%, and you two each own 30%! However, Ji Hong is the chairman of the board. On the bright side, this company It''s the two of you!"


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun took out a document from his pocket again!


    "Look at this agreement, if you have no opinion, sign it together!"


    The content of the agreement is not complicated, Ji Hong and Ji Zheng finished it quickly. Contrary to Guo Shouyun''s expectations, Ji Hong, who originally thought he should question him before signing, picked up the pen and signed his name on the agreement soon after reading it. Seeing her sister like this, Ji Zheng, who had a simple mind, naturally followed suit.


    "Don''t look any more?"


    "Ruiqi is my child, I will not object to things that are beneficial to him!" Ji Hong said directly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. The content of his agreement is very simple. After the three children become adults, including but not limited to Guo Ruiqi and Guo Ruiyu. The shares of Yunfan Investment Company held by Ji Hong and Ji Zheng should be distributed equally among the three children!


    Why do you want to do this?


    Because Guo Shouyun and the Ji sisters lacked the marriage contract. Without the protection of the law, although he is sure to control the Ji sisters, there is an accident in everything. In order to avoid the hard work of oneself in the future from cheapening others, the best way is to eliminate this possibility at the beginning!


    As for relying on emotional maintenance, hehe!


    "Shouyun, you have so many companies under your banner, why do you want to register this Yunfan investment?"


    Compared with Ji Hong, Ji Zheng, who has been learning company management from her sister recently, is still a layman in the business world.


    "I think many industries in China are different from foreign businessmen and mainland businessmen!" Guo Shouyun said.


    If nothing else, as far as the financial industry is concerned, after private financial companies in the Mainland have become commonplace, wholly foreign-owned or controlled financial companies did not appear until 19 years ago, before he crossed over! Guo Shouyun obviously couldn''t wait so long.


    As for Hanhua, although it is registered in Hong Kong, it is impossible to break through this boundary due to "one country, two systems". Therefore, for Guo Shouyun, who intends to receive Delong''s financial assets, a Huaxia company registered in the mainland and controlled by a pure Huaxia nationality is very necessary!


    However, he is not of Chinese nationality. When his two children were born less than half a year ago and do not meet the conditions for civil liability, only Ji Hong and Ji Zheng are the most suitable legal persons for this company. Out of this consideration, there is today''s scene.


    After a brief explanation, "The lease agreement for No. 32 on the Bund and No. 2 Annex Building of the British Consulate has been signed. From tomorrow, you can prepare for the decoration and preparation of the Magic Plaza Hotel and Qilin Restaurant."


    "I can not wait any more!"


    Ji Hong nodded, although his expression was still calm, but his eyes were full of fire! Obviously she can''t wait to show her ambitions!


    But compared to the strong woman''s sister, Ji Zheng was a little uneasy!


    "Shouyun, is it too early? I just started learning business management, in case...!"


    "Don''t worry, Xiao Zheng. I''ll help you." Ji Hong interrupted.


    Guo Shouyun also smiled and nodded, "Ask me if you don''t understand anything. And learning in practice is much better than just reading textbooks! Don''t worry!"


    "Um!"


    Looking at her husband and then at her sister, Ji Zheng nodded vigorously.


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    The next day, Guo Shouyun brought Stephen Bryan over. It is not the first time that he has come to Guo''s Manor, and he is quite familiar with it!


    "Have you met President Bush?"


    "I have met and expressed our Phoenix Bank''s support for his re-election, and the $2 million campaign funds have also been transferred to the account of the presidential campaign! ... However, after the two wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, the current domestic anti-war sentiment in the United States Thick, are you really sure that Bush will win this election?"


    "If in four years, Kerry may really be able to defeat Bush and win this presidential election. Unfortunately, there is no if in the world. Now, only three years later, the haze of the 9/11 terrorist attacks has not yet dissipated, Iraq and Afghanistan. The two wars are not completely over, and American voters are now more inclined to choose a strong president. Compared with the Democratic candidate Kerry, who was vacillating in the Iraq War, Bush Jr., who is determined to fight and promises to carry out economic reforms, is undoubtedly More likely to win the election!"


    If today''s Americans knew that the two wars in Iraq and Afghanistan started by George W. Bush were protracted and directly pushed the US economy into the abyss, I am afraid they would not choose that tough guy. It''s a pity that they are not the reborn Guo Shouyun!


    After a moment of contemplation, Stephen Bryan nodded in agreement!


    "The boss''s strong support for Bush''s re-election this time, when he really succeeds, the boss''s hope of winning the Iraqi oil field will be even greater!"


    "Returning the favor, if Bush Jr. can''t even get this in return, who will support him if his Bush family wants to become president in the future?" Guo Shouyun said.


    Capitalists spend their money looking for a return. Bush ran for president twice in 2000 and 2004, and Guo Shouyun was his biggest supporter! Although he rarely cheers for Bush in the newspapers, the money he spends is real!


    After Stephen Bryan nodded, he changed the subject.


    "Now the real estate market in the United States is getting hotter and hotter. Compared with the same period in 2003, the current real estate real estate index has increased by 22%. The fastest growing states of Florida and California have increased by 31.5% and 38.5% respectively. In order to win more Customers, including Citi and Seymour, more than 95% of banks in the United States have lowered the review standards for home buyers. Even the relatively aggressive Citi has adopted a zero down payment strategy, and the real estate market in the United States is hot!"


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun said, "Aren''t you going to follow up with Phoenix as well?"


    "Even if I have this idea I''m afraid you won''t agree!"


    "You understand! The repayment cycle of housing loans is long and the amount is relatively large. Once a bad debt occurs, it will affect the overall operation of Phoenix!"


    ��We can pack and sell all our home loans before the U.S. housing market deteriorates! And securitization is a way out!��


    ��Selling as a package is good, but the multi-billion dollar asset package and the protracted negotiation are too risky to do so without an accurate judgment on the U.S. real estate cycle. As for home loan securitization, instead of focusing on that, It''s better to keep an eye on the two! Real estate-based CDOs and credit default swap products, as bonds, they have a broad market and a high turnover rate! It is convenient for us to sell in time when the market is high!  ��Stephen , don''t pay attention to the voices of the world, put half of the Phoenix''s energy on these two pieces, and when the opportunity comes, the money we make is enough to buy half of the Phoenix now!"


    Stephen Bryan nodded after pondering for a moment.


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 v2 Chapter 627： call from brazil

    Chapter 627 The call from Brazil


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    "It seems that when my confidence is shaken in the future, I should come to you in time to learn from you!" After a pause, "And when it comes to housing loans, we will be regarded as ''idiots'' in the eyes of others for a few years!"


    "As long as we can make money in the end, it''s okay to be a fool for a few years? ... How much money do we have now?"


    "CDO has reached 65.3 billion US dollars, accounting for 18.54% of the total real estate CDO issued in the United States; CDS has reached 23.73 billion US dollars, accounting for 75.84% of the total US real estate CDS issuance!"


    "It seems that we are all buying credit default swap products for real estate subprime loans!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "U.S. real estate is in the ascendant now, and the market is hot. Except for lunatics and fools in the eyes of others, who would ''bet'' that U.S. real estate will be finished within five years!" Stephen Bryan shrugged and complained.


    "It seems that these two things make you very depressed!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "When you are always being pointed at at the banquet, or even mocked in private, there is a time when you can''t hold back your calm mind!" Stephen Bryan said with a wry smile.


    "How can it be smooth sailing if you want to grab the richest fruits. Compared with the weird waves in the financial market, cynicism is relatively better to bear!" After patting him on the shoulder, "I believe in you, as a Wall Street financial One of the greatest helmsmen in the business, some pressure is nothing to you!"


    "I don''t seem to have anything else to say now except nodding in agreement!" Stephen Bryan laughed.


    "It''s good that you understand! However, if you feel really depressed, you might as well stay in Huaxia for a while, and it''s better to relax your mind!"


    "Forget it! Now, after Seymour''s annexation of the First Bank of Chicago, its strength has greatly increased; not to be outdone, Citigroup is actively expanding in emerging Asian markets; after Bank of America annexed Futura Boston, it has begun to secretly contact the world''s largest bank. The independent credit card issuer ''Credit Bank''; Washington Mutual Bank is making great strides in real estate mortgage loans; the most conservative Wells Fargo is also constantly merging community banks and expanding its own banking outlets. If we Phoenix don''t work hard to expand our business, wait until This round of bank consolidation has passed, and we may not have our name among the top ten banks in the United States!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Since that''s the case, I won''t keep you any longer. After this negotiation with the four major banks has come to an end, you can go back by plane with me!"


    "Are you going back to America?"


    "Now I''m a trapeze, often flying back and forth between San Francisco and the Magic City!"


    Even so, Guo Shouyun stayed in the magic capital for a longer time. After all, the Ji sisters have just given birth, so they must be more concerned about it.


    Stephen Bryan nodded. He is not a fool either, he is also a man, he understands Guo Shouyun''s current situation. But this is someone else''s housework, and he didn''t say much.


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    After sending Stephen Bryan away, Guo Shouyun originally thought that the leaders of the four major banks would come first. But never received a call from Brazil.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. Do you remember me?"


    "Mr. Lehman?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise.


    "Yes!"


    "It''s a real honor to receive a call from Mr. Lehman. However, your call is not purely for greetings, right?"


    3G Capital''s Lehman is a notorious workaholic!


    "Expressing greetings to Mr. Guo is only one aspect. If you don''t mind, I hope we can meet and chat in person!"


    "Of course it''s fine to talk. But I''m more concerned about what we''re going to talk about!"


    "Just talk about what Mr. Guo mentioned when he was in Brazil last time!"


    "In this case, I''m very interested! But I''m in China now, so I''m afraid it will be delayed for a while!"


    "It''s very coincidental. Mr. Guo, I am also in China, and in the magic capital!"


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, "I think it shouldn''t be a coincidence, right?"


    "Our trip to China this time originally planned to return from the magic capital after a trip to the Western Regions. But after knowing that Mr. Guo was here, we deliberately stayed for a few days!"


    "So it is! Where do you live now?"


    ��Hilton Hotel!��


    Guo Shouyun said, "I''ll send a car to pick you up in a while. I''ll be the host in the evening and invite Mr. Lehman to dinner. Let''s chat while we eat!"


    "Can!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, then put away the phone.


    "Interesting, 3G Capital is ready to start! ... Wang Jue."


    "boss!"


    "Let''s check, how many shares of American Beverage and Interbrew are held by Thunder and Phoenix?"


    The investment in American beverages was two or three years ago. After visiting Brazil last time, Guo Shouyun specially explained that Thunder and Phoenix have increased their equity investment in American Beverage and Interbrew. As can be seen from Lehman''s previous phone calls, the harvest time is coming.


    Wang Jue moved quickly, "Boss, it''s been checked. Phoenix holds 11.2% of the common stock of America Beverage and 6.17% of the common stock of Interbrew. Thunder holds 3.2% of the common stock of America Beverage. stock, 4.7% preferred stock, 2.6% common stock in Interbrew!"


    After listening, Guo Shouyun calculated silently in his heart. Based on the current market value of both parties, the total value of these four equity stakes is about $2.8 billion!


    "...In addition, the Thunder Fund holds 9.8 million long options on Americas Beverages and 14.9 million long options on Interbrew."


    Thunder''s four hedge funds, in addition to Michael Barry''s management of Sunshine Capital, Centaur, Unicorn and Salomon''s main business are high-risk futures, options. Therefore, after Guo Shouyun explained, they began to absorb the long options of the two companies. However, because the time was too short, and it was too eye-catching, it was deliberately full of footsteps, so there were not too many warehouses.


    "With this capital, I can talk to Lehman and the others about the conditions!" After a pause, "Let Matthew come in!"


    After handing him the responsibility of picking up Lehman, Guo Shouyun asked Wang Jue to book a place to meet in the evening.


    Tang Court!


    Since having eaten here with Tang Wanxin and Zhou Ziqi last time, Guo Shouyun has been satisfied with the dishes and privacy here. So tonight he put the place where he met Lehman again here.


    Lehman, Marcel, Beto!


    Originally, Guo Shouyun thought that one was coming, but he never thought that the three giants had arrived.


    "Mr. Guo!"


    "Mr. Lehman, Mr. Marcel, Mr. Berto! It was a pleasure to see the three again after the last year''s farewell in Brazil. Especially here!"


    After several people shook hands in turn, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "We are also honored to see Mr. Guo again!"


    After a few simple polite words, "Everyone, please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    "This is a Chinese meal that I specially prepared for the three of you. I hope you guys like it!"


    "It has always been our desire to be able to enjoy the world''s top delicacies. Especially Marcel, his favorite is Chinese food!"


    With a slender face and high cheekbones, Marcel has a classic ''gourd head'' appearance. When he laughs, the nasolabial lines are deep, which belongs to the category of ''ugly'' in Chinese aesthetics, but this The soul of 3G Capital cannot be judged by his appearance alone.


    "If I eat too fast for a while and lose my etiquette, I hope Mr. Guo will not take offense!" Marcel nodded and said.


    "My favorite is a person with a sincere attitude! So how can you blame it!" After a pause, "Since everyone likes this food, why don''t we eat it first? After eating, there will be enough time for us to talk about things later. !"


    "I know a Chinese idiom: the guest follows the master. Therefore, today we will focus on Mr. Guo''s request!"


    "I didn''t expect that Mr. Lehman also studied Chinese culture!"


    "Mr. Guo has won the prize. I just heard it occasionally when I traveled to China this time. I just took it and learned it and used it now!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and picked up the chopsticks, "If you are not used to chopsticks, there are also knives and forks nearby!"


    "Besides Marcel here, I''m afraid Beto and I will both be using knives and forks!"


    "Haha, no matter what, just be late!...Please!"


    "Please!"


    On the premise that Guo Shouyun, the host, deliberately enlivens the atmosphere, a dinner party can be regarded as a happy guest and host. In order not to affect the subsequent negotiations, Guo Shouyun did not eat too much. After consciously feeling full, he put down his chopsticks voluntarily.


    Lehman, Marcel and Beto obviously have the same concerns as him!


    If you eat too much, blood pools in the stomach to help digest the food. At this time, it is easy to get dizzy in the case of head ischemia, which leads to unclear thinking. Usually that''s all, in critical situations, no one wants to make such a low-level mistake.


    After asking the waiter to remove the leftovers and put on tea, everyone realized that it was time to get to the point.


    "Mr. Lehman, can you finish what you left on the last phone call now?"


    Jorge Lehmann nodded.


    "With Mr. Guo''s wisdom, I believe it has long been guessed. American Beverage is preparing to merge with Interbrew, and we hope Mr. Guo can support it!"


    Everyone is smart, so there is no need to test each other. Going straight to the topic saves time and allows everyone to be sincere with each other, making it easier to reach an agreement.


    "Of course there is no problem with support, but I want to know the specific merger plan! And the depth of the merger negotiations between you two!"


    The three looked at each other and made eye contact.


    "I can say this, but I hope Mr. Guo can keep it a secret for us. After all, this matter has not been disclosed to the outside world!"


    "Of course. We can now sign a nondisclosure agreement if you''re worried!"

 v2 Chapter 628： Interbrew

    Chapter 628 Interbrew


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    "This is not necessary, we believe in Mr. Guo''s character and business reputation!"


    "Thank you so much for such a compliment!...Please!"


    After Lehman nodded, "According to the initial agreement, we will sell 52% of the shares of America Beverages held by Brecco to Belgian Interbrew Brewery. In exchange, Brecco will receive 25% of Interbrew. At the same time, Interbrew transferred Canada''s Rabat Brewing Company to America Beverages, which was responsible for Rabat''s nearly $1.5 billion in debt. Americas Beverages will continue to operate as a separate company and continue to operate as a public company in the Listed in the stock market and has its own management.��


    "25%?!" Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, this number was lower than he expected.


    "What about the management?"


    ��Control is shared by both parties, as stipulated in the shareholder agreement. The board of directors will consist of 4 members representing Brecco, 4 members representing the former Interbrew, and 6 independent directors. The CEO of the new company will be the one who already manages Interbrew. John Bullock, an American for nearly two years. In addition, after the acquisition is completed, a committee will be established to agree on the corporate culture of the two companies and regulate the operation, which will be headed by Marcel. The headquarters of the new company will be located in Leuven, Belgium , which is where the original Interbrew was located!"


    After listening, Guo Shouyun took a sip from the teacup. After taking the opportunity to organize his thoughts, his eyes quickly swept across the three of them, and finally settled on Lehman.


    "The three sold American beverages to Interbrew!"


    The three of Lehman remained silent. They could hire a PR firm and coax investors in Brazil into making the deal an acquisition of Interbrew by American Beverages. But it''s clear to any sane person that Interbrew actually bought Beverages Americas.


    With a 25% stake, the former Interbrew CEO continues to serve as CEO of the new company, plus the unchanged corporate headquarters, the results are clear at a glance.


    "...But I''m more curious, how much did Interbrew cost you to sell American beverages!"


    "Mr. Guo, the specific transaction content is Brecco''s business secrets!"


    "Since it''s a secret, why did you take the initiative to find me this time?" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "We hope that Mr. Guo will vote in favor of this transaction after the board meeting of Interbrew and American Beverages. Also, if Mr. Guo believes in us, please sell the shares of American Beverages this morning." Lei Man calmly said.


    Guo Shouyun''s thoughts turned around, "It seems that you all ''sold'' American beverages!"


    He is not a fool, from Lehman''s words, he understands. In this transaction, the minority shareholders and shareholders of American Beverages were deceived. Brazil''s stock market laws are not as complete as those in the United States and Europe. The "following rights" stipulated by the law do not involve companies and individuals who own preferred shares of listed companies.


    That is to say, if Interbrew acquires the stake in Americas Beverages at a premium of $10 per share, then for those investment institutions and investors who own preferred shares of Americas Beverages, it can use 80% of the premium, or per share The preferred shares were acquired at a premium of $8.


    There is no doubt that in this case, the interests of minority shareholders have been violated. But this situation happens to be legal in the Brazilian stock market!


    Of course, at the expense of minority shareholders and investors, Lehman, Beto and Marcel''s 3G Capital, also known as Brecco Investments, must have gotten more lucrative returns from Interbrew.


    The reason why they told themselves the news was that apart from his Phoenix and Leiting being the major shareholders of American Beverages, their position in the financial world and Guo Shouyun''s own influence also made them not dare to be too presumptuous.


    The influence of small shareholders is too weak. Financial predators like Guo Shouyun can kill Breco Investments with money!


    "Mr. Guo, we just conducted a normal business transaction!" Lehman calmly said.


    "Normal business transactions? If so, why don''t you tell me the details? In addition, I believe you must be clear. With my ability, even if you plan to hide this kind of thing, you are destined to hide it for a long time."


    Hearing this, the three of Lehman exchanged glances, "I hope Mr. Guo can keep our secrets!"


    "certainly!"


    "Interbrew paid $4 billion worth of InBev shares to Brecco for this deal!"


    Guo Shouyun''s pupils shrank.


    The market value of American Beverages is only about $4 billion. The American Beverages owned by Brecco is only 52% of the shares.


    "At nearly double the premium, three people are really good!"


    Brecco Investments doubled its stake in Interbrew, but let American Beverage take over $1.5 billion in debt from Canada''s Rabat Brewing Company.


    "Mr. Guo is wrong. Compared with Your Excellency in the financial market, we are still far behind!" Lehman said.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "You are so sure that the small shareholders will swallow the bitter fruit of their own interests? If they make trouble, are you not afraid to repeat the story of ''Antarctic Beer''?"


    In the 1990s, when American Beverage was still Bolang Beer, Lehman and the three planned to unify the South American beer market by acquiring the only other beer brand ''Antarctica'' that could compete with them in South America, but this transaction almost It was destroyed by Kaiser Beer, the third largest beer in the Brazilian beer market, under the pretext of anti-monopoly.


    "We have prepared enough good lawyers and PR teams!" Beto said suddenly.


    Guo Shouyun spread his hands, "Okay! As long as my interests are not damaged. I have no problem with how you can promote the merger of Interbrew and American Beverages!"


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for your support!" Leiman said.


    "Besides, I''m curious, what does that old man Buffett say? I know he''s also an investor in Interbrew!"


    "Mr. Buffett, like Mr. Guo, approves of this deal!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly, "It seems that he likes you very much! But think about it, the world''s third largest Interbrew and the world''s fifth largest beverage in the world, the successful merger of the two sides means that the new company will exceed 100 Wei, become the world''s largest beer company. And drive the stock price to rise, as a shareholder of Interbrew, of course he will support!"


    "Mr. Guo is also a shareholder of Interbrew!" Marcel laughed.


    "I''m not, Phoenix and Thunder are! By the way, I support this deal. Should you do me a favor as well?"


    "We are very happy to help Mr. Guo to the best of our ability!" Lehman said.


    "You are cautious! Don''t worry, my request is not excessive!" After a pause, "Is the CEO of America Beverage Brito?"


    After the three looked at each other, they didn''t understand why the boss mentioned the elites of Breco Investments!


    "Exactly!"


    There is no possibility of concealment of such a public matter!


    "Lend him to me for half a year, and return it to you after half a year!"


    "Mr. Guo, Brito is a partner of Brecco and an indispensable member of the company...!"


    Guo Shouyun interrupted Lehman with a wave of his hand, "Of course I know that he is a partner of Brecco Investments. ... I remember I mentioned it to you last time when I was in Brazil. I appreciate Brecco''s business operation style very much. The next time I bought a company in Huaxia that was not very well-run, I hope Brito can serve as my advisor. It''s that simple! ... Of course, if any of the three are free, they can stay!"


    The three of them frowned in unison. Now is a critical period for Interbrew to acquire American Beverages. As the core characters, how can they have time to stay and serve as staff advisors to Guo Shouyun?


    "Mr. Guo has a lot of talents, so why bother with a Brito?" Lehman said.


    "I like him!"


    Guo Shouyun said simply.


    Seeing his firm attitude, after the three exchanged glances, Lehman nodded.


    "After I leave today, I will personally call Brito to fly to Modu to see Mr. Guo!"


    "Thank you so much! I will vote in favor of the cooperation between Interbrew and American Beverages. In addition, in the new board of directors after the integration of the two sides, I will support Breco!"


    The eyes of Lehman, Beto and Marcel lit up instantly!


    They went to great lengths to offend the many minority shareholders of American Beverages in order to have Interbrew, a big platform facing the world. Then go one step further and create a beer empire with a global presence! If they can win the support of Guo Shouyun, then they can take control of Interbrew in less time!


    "Thank you, Mr. Guo!"


    "Although I have no interest in the beer industry. I don''t want my investment to lose either!"


    Lehman nodded, "Please Mr. Guo sell the preferred shares of America Beverages as soon as possible!"


    "I know!"


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for your hospitality We will say goodbye first!"


    "I''ll send you!"


    Put the three people in the car in person, and then watch them leave.


    "Wang Jue, immediately call Ruben Destin and Qin Zhicheng, and ask them to sell all the preferred shares of America Beverage held by Phoenix and Leiting. Also, instruct Qin Zhicheng to sell all of Leiting''s long positions in America Beverage. Close the position!"


    "Yes!"


    Originally, he thought it was an ordinary merger, but he never wanted to be played by Lehman, Beto and Marcel so much. They exploited the loopholes in Brazilian law, but buried hidden dangers for American beverages. When the news spreads, what awaits Guo Shouyun is probably not a big rise, but a green pit!


    Fortunately, the rumors of Interbrew and American Beverages have caused the stock prices of both parties to rise a lot. Even if the position is closed now, Lei Ting can make a lot of money.


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 v2 Chapter 629： Generals talent

    Chapter 629 The talent of the general


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    Guo Shouyun originally thought that the arrival of Brito would be delayed for a while. But he never thought that in less than a week, the 44-year-old middle-aged bald Brazilian stood in front of him.


    It seems that Lehman, Beto and Marcel, in order to gain his support for the merger of Interbrew and American Beverages, did not neglect his request!


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    "Haha, hello! Welcome to Huaxia!"


    After holding the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out, Guo Shouyun looked at the thin man in front of him, with long and narrow eyes and a hooked nose, who looked rather serious.


    In later generations, this person promoted InBev after the merger of Interbrew and American Beverages, and annexed Anheuser-Busch, the largest brewer in the United States, at an astonishing price of $23.5 billion, which is the parent company of Budweiser; and created With a market value of 160 billion US dollars and a turnover of more than 40 billion US dollars, Anheuser-Busch InBev, the world''s largest beer empire!


    If the talents of Lehman, Beto and Marcel are mainly reflected in finance, then the man in front of him is the top business management talent in the world!


    In the future 3G capital, half of its assets are under its jurisdiction. Moreover, his excellent leadership ability has been praised by the media many times, and he has always been a frequent visitor in the top rankings of major professional managers, known as the "dream team".


    Of course, in addition to these, the reason why Guo Shouyun wanted him from Lehman, in addition to his outstanding business management talents, was his ability to bring loss-making companies back to life!


    This ability is most clearly manifested in Interbrew. In just six months after Brito became Interbrew CEO, its operating profit increased by 11% year-on-year and sales increased by 5.4% year-on-year! After he mastered Anheuser-Busch InBev, within a year, his sales increased by 12.7%, net profit increased by 4.27%, and the market value of the group''s stock increased by 227%.


    Guo Shouyun needs this ability to rectify Delong for him!


    When Guo Shouyun was looking at Bo Ruituo, the other party was also looking at him. Bruce Guo''s name, along with his ups and downs in the financial market, as well as the development of many companies such as Guo''s, Matrix, Apple, Pacific Energy, etc., has already spread all over the world. As the CEO of America Beverages, he is no stranger to Guo Shouyun. Even when he came, he deliberately looked for a lot of information about the other party.


    But compared to these, what surprised him the most was why the other party brought him? If it was just what Lehman said, let him be the consultant for corporate bankruptcy and restructuring, wouldn''t it be more appropriate for professional companies such as Roland Berger, Kearney and Accenture?


    After shaking hands, the two sides briefly looked at each other, Guo Shouyun stretched out his hand and pointed to his side, "This is Zhang Lei, CEO of Hanhua Holdings!"


    "Hello, Mr. Zhang!"


    "Hello!"


    "Please sit down!"


    After the three sat down, Guo Shouyun continued: "Mr. Brito has been exhausted all the way. If necessary, I have already arranged a hotel here!"


    It took more than seven hours from Rio de Janeiro to take a plane to Frankfurt, and then transfer from there to Modu. After turning around, the journey exceeded 20,000 kilometers and took nearly 24 hours. Coupled with the jet lag, no one can stand it.


    "Thank you for Mr. Guo''s kindness. I slept for a long time on the plane before, and I don''t feel tired now! Besides, I am more curious about why Mr. Guo let me come to China than to rest?"


    "Why, didn''t Mr. Lehman tell you the reason?"


    "Said. But Mr. Guo''s team is full of talents, and I don''t think I can be better than professional consulting agencies like Roland Berger and Kearney!" Brito said calmly.


    "Roland Berger and Kearney can make small businesses successful, but they can''t make successful small businesses become industry elites!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked at the calm middle-aged man opposite, and did not hesitate to express his admiration. , "But you can!"


    Brito''s eyes moved. Although he was the CEO of American Beverages, he was indeed sitting opposite to the Matrix, one of the six Hollywood giants, the Wall Street giant Phoenix Bank; the well-known Internet companies Ruby and Google; Unocal, one of the five largest oil companies in the United States, the world''s largest oil company. The helmsman behind a series of giant corporations including power and gas company Pacific Group!


    With the blessing of so many large and even giant companies, Guo Shouyun''s identity is far beyond his age. Brito also felt happy to be recognized by the other party.


    Of course, nearly two decades of business experience have tempered his character. Even if he was recognized by his identity far beyond his own, there was not much change in expression on his face.


    Guo Shouyun and Zhang Lei, who was sitting on the side, saw this self-restraint and steadiness, and nodded secretly.


    "Mr. Guo has won the prize!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand and continued: "I admire Breco Investment Company, PDCA''s management model."


    The management mode of PDCA, P means plan (), D means execute (do), C means check (check), A means correct (act).


    This standard quantifies enterprise management standards and replaces the standards that can only be determined by experience and workers'' technical ability with accurate figures and procedures. The Brecco Investment Company, which founded this model, successfully used it to unify the production standards of Bolang Beer, and the product qualification rate increased from less than 50% at the beginning to more than 95% after one year, and the corporate profit increased by 11.4% %, laying the foundation for the future acquisition of the old rival Antarctic Beer.


    "That''s the credit of Falconi and Lehman!" Brito said.


    "Nevertheless, you have not grasped its essence and created an efficient sales system for Bolang Beer!"


    In the beginning, Bolang Beer��s sales system, like many FMCG companies, was based on statistics by province, state, city, and county. However, Brito was uncharacteristically, skipping the middle link and directly placing the statistical points in specific bars and supermarkets. Know exactly how much they sold? What is the profit? What is the customer feedback?


    There is no doubt that doing so will increase the cost of the company, especially the cost of sales, but it allows the company to accurately grasp the company''s sales, and arrange production according to sales, which greatly reduces the inventory cycle and improves profit margins.


    "...Mr. Brito, from Bolang Beer to American Beverages, and now Interbrew, you have contributed a lot! It just so happened that I also acquired a company in Huaxia that had a bright future but lost money due to poor management. Enterprise, I hope you can use your ability to help it out of the predicament!"


    After being complimented, the grievances that Brito had accumulated from afar also disappeared!


    "Thank you very much for Mr. Guo''s attention, but can I look at the information of that company?"


    "Of course! But the situation is a bit complicated! Let''s wait until Mr. Brito has rested and refreshed himself before watching!"


    Brito nodded. Although he did sleep for a while on the plane before, the 44-year-old is not as energetic as young people. After flying to Huaxia for a day, he is not exhausted physically and mentally, but it is similar. After understanding Guo Shouyun''s attitude towards himself, he no longer insisted.


    Looking at the back of Wang Jue leading away, Guo Shouyun turned his head and said, "What do you think?"


    "Only from the data, he is undoubtedly a top management elite. Judging from the previous meeting, he can also be called calm and calm! More specific observations will be required! ... But I am very curious, why the boss put He wants to come from Brecco? If it is just because of his management talent, there is no shortage of such people in the world. With the partnership between LinkedIn and the top five headhunters, it is not difficult to get management elites from China!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. On a global scale, there is indeed no shortage of management talents, but there are not many "master" management elites who can manage a market value of 160 billion US dollars and make it continue to move forward.


    The most important thing is that he is always a victorious general, Bolang Beer, American Beverage, InBev Group, and finally Budweiser InBev. Some of these companies are losing money, some are in the sunset, and some are trapped in various aspects such as reality and law. Factors were hesitant to move forward, but they all got out of the predicament under the leadership of Brito. Not many people have this ability.


    Of course, most of these things didn''t happen now, so Guo Shouyun certainly couldn''t tell Zhang Lei about it.


    "I spent some time in Brazil in the second half of last year and found that her business environment is somewhat similar to that of Huaxia. The laws are imperfect, there are many family businesses, the enterprise management system is superficial, the quality supervision system is weak, etc. In such an environment Under the leadership, Lehman and others have been able to achieve a series of successes in many companies such as Galantia Investment Bank, America Store, America Beverage, Submarine Website, etc. Their wisdom, especially the way of business management is unique. Elites The system, the performance-based reward and punishment system, the simple and efficient office method, and the emphasis on and training of talents, I also agree very much. Therefore, I want Brito to try it in Delong. If we can, we will get a company Excellent company and a general talent!"


    Facing one of his most trusted ''officials'', Guo Shouyun revealed his plans to Zhang Lei!


    "The boss intends to make him the CEO of Delong?"


    "No! Delong''s business is too complicated. Finance, mechanical and electrical products, agriculture, cement, automobiles, entertainment culture, tourism, spanning dozens of industries, without its own focus and characteristics, it is destined to not last long, and it needs to be re-divided. dismantling and building a different industrial system.��


    "You already have a plan in mind?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Excluding Delong''s financial assets, there are mainly eight companies that are still under its control in terms of industry, Xiyu Tunhe, Alloy Co., Ltd., Hunan Torch, Shancheng Industry, Tianshan Co., Ltd., Delong Agriculture, and Delong. Long Animal Husbandry Investment Company, and Delong Tourism. In the past few days, you have led Hanhua people to focus on these eight companies to sort out a rough corporate development plan, including main and subsidiary businesses, and the required funds. After that, we will discuss together."


    "Yes!"


    Zhang Lei nodded.


    "Also, let Brito join in!"


    "clear!"


    "How is Wu Feng''s condition?" Guo Shouyun changed the subject.


    "The ability is good, but the lack of experience!"


    "What position do you think he is suitable for?"


    "It depends on how you use the boss. If it is an industry, you can let him go to those medium-sized companies that are in trouble, such as Delong Agriculture. With his ambition, ability and daring, coupled with his connections, he has a great Probability to develop the enterprise. If it is finance, the boss can let him be in charge of a public fund with a scale of 100-200 million Huaxia coins is the best.��


    Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment and then nodded.


    "Let''s transfer some people from Hanhua to visit Delong''s companies on the spot!"


    "I''m already doing this. But there are so many companies under Delong''s company, I''m afraid it will be difficult to find out in a while!"


    "It''s okay, we still have time!"


    "clear!"


    "Boss, do you know that Tang Wanxin went to Myanmar?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "This guy is smart!"


    "His run made things more complicated. The Delong Group Asset Custody Agreement you signed with him before may have ramifications!"


    "Do you think Yi Delong''s current mess Who else can eat it besides us?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Having said that, I heard that the Sanlin Group of the family of Lin Zhaoliang, the richest man in Indonesia, is also interested in taking over Delong!"


    "It''s more than the Sanlin Group. It''s not a family or two who have called me these days. Morgan China Asset Management, Japan''s Ruihui, HSBC Hong Kong, FAW Group, Weichai, Wanxiang and other hundreds of companies are planning to start from Germany. Ryu, the fallen giant, has a piece of the pie!"


    "So we have quite a few opponents!" Zhang Lei said.


    "Humph! They are only going to make some cheap money. There is no other company except us who can really eat Delong!"


    At this moment, Wu Xiaojing hurried over.


    "Boss, Xie Pengcheng, President of China Construction Bank, is here and will meet in the living room in front."


    After the two looked at each other, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "As expected!"


    "Do you need me to accompany you?" Zhang Lei nodded with a smile.


    "No need! The most important thing for you now is to do a good job in the investigation of Delong, and then sort out an integration plan for Delong! As for the rest, I will deal with it!"


    "Then I''ll go to work first!"


    "Um!"


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 v2 Chapter 630： The world is all for profit

    Chapter 630 The world is all for profit


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    "President Xie, welcome, welcome!"


    "Mr. Guo, I came to the door without prior notice this time. I hope you will bear with me!"


    "President Xie for your kindness, the distinguished guests came to the door, I''m too happy to be happy, how can I blame you!"


    The two shook hands with each other as if they were affectionate, and then sat down. Over the years, Guo Shouyun has been accustomed to the Western-style single-handed approach, so he is not polite to Xie Pengcheng.


    "Is President Xie here because of what happened last time?"


    "Of course! We CCB are very willing to cooperate with Mr. Guo." After a pause, "But I still have a few things I want to ask Mr. Guo before we cooperate."


    "Okay! I know everything I can say!"


    "Mr. Guo is serious, it''s just a few questions!" Xie Pengcheng''s eyes narrowed, and after organizing the language, he said solemnly, "Mr. Guo is going to eat all the Delong Group?"


    "That''s the plan. But it depends on the situation!"


    "How to say?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I''m used to being the master of the house, and I don''t like others interfering with my company''s operations. Therefore, if I can get absolute control over those companies under Delong''s banner, I''ll stay. No, just give up!"


    As early as when the four brothers of the Tang family agreed to his conditions and handed over all the operational and financial information of Delong Group to Guo Shouyun, they signed an asset custody agreement. Now, Hanhua Fund has the right to dispose of all the assets of Delong.


    Of course, having the right of disposal does not mean that Delong''s debts are borne by Hanhua Fund. It just does its best to handle Delong''s asset liquidation.


    "Most companies under the Delong Group are heavily indebted and even insolvent. As long as Mr. Guo offers an acceptable price, neither the individual nor the local government will refuse to transfer the equity to you!"


    With the development of the state-owned enterprise restructuring policy of ��the state advances and the private sector retreats��, the privatization of small and medium-sized state-owned enterprises has become commonplace. The shareholding reform of large state-owned enterprises is also frequently reported in the newspapers. Moreover, the former state-owned enterprises such as Alloy Shares and Tunhe in the Western Regions are basically not big companies. The legal person shares and state-owned shares were originally controlled by Tang Wanxin and Delong. In addition, with so many losses now, the business operations are also deadlocked. Except for Guo Shouyun, I am afraid that no one wants to be a pick-up man.


    "I also hope that everything is as President Xie said!"


    Xie Pengcheng smiled and continued: "Mr. Guo, how do you plan to rectify the financial assets of Delong? Also get the controlling stake as you said before?"


    "If there is a chance, of course I want to get a controlling stake. In addition, Delong''s financial institutions are too scattered, and their brand influence and recognition are far less than those of large financial institutions. Therefore, if I can control, I will put The integration of inter-industry companies has formed a financial group dominated by six business units of securities, financial leasing, asset management, hedge funds, trust and insurance!��


    Xie Pengcheng''s eyes trembled, "Mr. Guo is so bold!"


    He originally wanted to talk about ambition, but the words felt inappropriate and changed.


    "I''m just being timid and making trouble. It''s comparable to the China Construction Bank, which is backed by the country and has great wealth!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Although CCB is big, Mr. Guo''s Hanhua is no worse than ours! If you add Delong, with Mr. Guo''s talent in the financial industry, a super-large financial consortium that is comparable to Phoenix Bank will definitely be integrated!" Xie Pengcheng''s eyes Brilliant.


    Just when Guo Shouyun was about to answer, Matthew walked in hastily. After taking a look at Xie Pengcheng, he quickly said, "Boss, Zhou Peide, President of Industry and Commerce, Qi Xiaoguang, Vice President of Agricultural Bank, and Zhu Guangshi, President of Huaxia Bank are visiting."


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun also subconsciously glanced at Xie Pengcheng next to him! But after years of experience in politics and shopping malls, even if he noticed his eyes, Xie Pengcheng looked like an old **** was there!


    "What a coincidence!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, and said with a deep meaning: "It''s really a coincidence! ... Matthew, let the three presidents come in!"


    "Yes!"


    "President Xie, the visitor is a guest. As the host, I want to go out to greet you. How about you? Wait here, or come with me?"


    "I''ll be with Mr. Guo. It''s all old acquaintances!" Xie Pengcheng stood up and laughed.


    "Please!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Please!"


    The two came outside, and three black Volkswagen cars stopped along the park road to the small square in front of the door. Zhou Peide, Qi Xiaoguang and Zhu Guangshi pushed the door to get off. Guo Shouyun, who was walking down the front steps, responded.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s been a long time!"


    "Long time no see, President Zhou!"


    After everyone shook hands in turn, Zhou Peide''s eyes turned to Xie Pengcheng next to him, "Old Xie, the action is really fast! If everyone agreed to talk together, it would be inappropriate for you to come first."


    Xie Pengcheng was depressed. Originally, he planned to bypass these opponents quietly and reach an agreement with Guo Shouyun that was beneficial to CCB. Never thought that these old buddies were so shrewd that they didn''t give him a chance at all.


    "Yeah, old Xie! If we hadn''t happened to find you, we wouldn''t know you''d come to Mr. Guo!" Zhu Guangshi said.


    "Three, I''m not here today to discuss cooperation with Mr. Guo, but to visit with friends."


    "Friend? Visit?" Qi Xiaoguang''s face showed the expression of ''I believe you a ghost''.


    "I like antiques, especially calligraphy and painting. I heard that Mr. Guo has Zeng Gong''s "The Bureau''s Post", Lang Shining''s "Yao Tianhuan Pei Tu", Zhao Mengfu''s "Xi Xianxiang" hand scroll and many other fine paintings and calligraphy by famous ancient and modern masters. Come to visit, I plan to appreciate it. What, do you have any opinions?"


    Although everyone was in different units, they did not meet too often when the Central Committee held a meeting. So in public, everyone is a competitor; in private, they are also called friends! Of course, there are also close and distant relatives.


    "Okay, everyone. We are here as guests, especially if you are a distinguished guest that you can''t usually invite. It''s because of my Guo family''s glory that everyone can gather here today. Why don''t we go in and talk?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Okay! I heard that Mr. Guo likes to drink tea, and he has a lot of good tea leaves. Don''t be stingy this time!" Qi Xiaoguang laughed.


    "President Qi, don''t worry, good tea has been prepared for everyone....Please!"


    "Please!"


    Back in the living room again, the five people were seated separately, and Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing directed the servants to bring tea and cakes.


    "President Qi, everyone. Try my Biluochun, this is the new tea that was just served this year."


    The four nodded, and together with Guo Shouyun, lifted the teacup on the table.


    After each took a sip, Qi Xiaoguang smiled and said, "The taste of this special-grade Biluochun before Ming is really extraordinary."


    "President Qi likes it, I''ll give you a pound later!"


    "Then thank you in advance!"


    Although Biluochun, a super-class before the Ming Dynasty, was expensive, it was not considered a bribe for them, so Qi Xiaoguang did not refuse.


    "Everyone, it''s been almost a week since the last time we met. I don''t know what happened last time. How are you thinking?"


    Guo Shouyun doesn''t care about the filth and differences between the four major banks, he only cares about his own affairs. The four major banks with the most debts in the Delong debt crisis will be settled as soon as possible, and the remaining investment institutions and individuals will be easy to say.


    "Cooperation with Mr. Guo is a matter of mutual benefit. We will not refuse it, but there may be some deviations in the conditions!" Zhou Peide laughed.


    "Understandable. There is always a bargain when it comes to buying and selling. But what are ICBC''s conditions?"


    "Don''t worry about the specific conditions." There are several colleagues here, how could Zhou Peide report his family, wouldn''t it make others gain a lot of money.


    "I heard that Mr. Guo plans to eat all of Delong, so our ICBC plans to take a share when Mr. Guo rectifies Delong''s financial assets!"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun''s eyes quickly swept across Xie Pengcheng''s face. Although he didn''t see anything unusual, Guo Shouyun used his **** to think and knew that the old man must not be very happy.


    But it can also be done immediately. Although Guo Shouyun has a lot of cards in his hand, there are only so many on the bright side. CCB can see it, and so can the leaders of ICBC and several other banks.


    As for their idea, Guo Shouyun was very clear in his heart. It is nothing more than the doctrine of starting to attack Delong''s financial assets when seeing that it is impossible to obtain more equity in Hanhua Holdings.


    "Mr. Guo, please rest assured, our ICBC does not intend to compete with Mr. Guo for the management rights of Delong''s financial assets. We only need the right to distribute dividends!"


    There is no such term as preferred shares in China AMC, but contracts can be used to define the rights and obligations of both parties.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "How many of you have similar thoughts to President Zhou?"


    "Mr. Guo, this is a matter of mutual benefit." Qi Xiaoguang nodded and said.


    Having said that, the reason why they did everything possible to get the equity of Hanhua and Delong''s financial assets was the bright future of the two companies, or Guo Shouyun''s outstanding talent in finance. UU reading not to mention the Phoenix Bank in the United States!


    Since the establishment of Hanhua Holdings Group in Hong Kong, its subsidiary ''Hanhua Fund'' has managed more than 30 funds. The annual increase of hybrid funds exceeds 32%, the annual increase of stock funds exceeds 45%, private equity funds and hedge funds. The annual income is more than 70%.


    Venture capital and PE are even more exaggerated. In 2000, the Nasdaq crisis broke out. China''s four major portals, Sina, NetEase, Sohu, and CDC all fell below the distribution line, and even were on the verge of delisting. At that time, Hanhua Capital acquired 21% of Sina, 24.7% of Sohu and 15.2% of CDC for less than US$30 million. Now that four years have passed, the market value of Sina has exceeded 600 million US dollars, Sohu has a market value of 780 million US dollars, and CDC has a market value of 340 million US dollars. The initial investment of Hanhua has increased nearly 20 times compared to the past!


    There are many such examples. Hanhua Holdings has been able to expand from a small company that was just established in 2000, only doing venture capital, to now operating commercial banks, asset management, wealth management, securities, trusts, venture capital, hedge funds, etc. A financial group with assets of more than 80 billion US dollars and more than 25.7% of its own capital in ten businesses, Zhang Lei''s operation is of course indispensable, and Guo Shouyun standing behind it is the real behind-the-scenes hero!


    Nowadays, I don��t know how many people are eager to get on the relationship of this financial genius and become his partner. Now that they have this opportunity, of course, they have to pave the way for their respective banks. Of course, it is also paving the way for their future political career.


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 v2 Chapter 631： Cooperation

    Chapter 631 Cooperation


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    Guo Shouyun, who had thought about this issue for a long time, smiled briefly after seeing the bright or dark earnest eyes in the eyes of the four of them.


    "Everyone, I only need 51% of the equity in the new company after the integration of Delong''s financial assets. It''s no problem to use the rest to cooperate with you. But since it''s a cooperation, I''ll give it a peach, and you should return it with a li!"


    There are no good men and women in business!


    "Mr. Guo, if CCB can get a 15% stake in Delong Financial Assets, then we agree to all your last conditions!" Xie Pengcheng said first.


    "He was preempted!" The three of them frowned and said to themselves.


    "Mr. Guo, our Agricultural Bank also needs 15%. We agreed to all your conditions before."


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Don''t worry, everyone, we can discuss the conditions slowly! However, in addition to the conditions we have discussed before, I hope to add one more!"


    "Mr. Guo, please speak!"


    After a slight stun, Qi Xiaoguang said.


    "I invested in an Internet company called ''Paypal'', which is mainly engaged in transactions between business websites and customers, which can also be called third-party payment. I hope Paypal can cooperate with the four major banks to reduce intermediate links , to make the flow of funds between PayPal and the bank smoother!"


    Now, to recharge money from bank card to PayPal, you need to enter the bank card number and password, which is time-consuming and laborious, and seriously affects the user experience!


    Now there is a rare opportunity to resolve this matter together. After winning the four major banks, we basically won 90% of Huaxia''s customers. And with them as an example, it will be much easier to take down the remaining banks.


    "Paypal?"


    The four of them looked at each other, Guo Shouyun had many companies, they all knew about Hanhua and Jianlibao, but they had never heard of this PayPal.


    "Third-party payment? Sounds like a financial company?" Zhu Guangshi said.


    "Accurately speaking, it should be a guarantee company! Previously, the distrust between Internet sellers and buyers led to the latter being afraid that they would not receive the goods after they made the payment, or that they would not be satisfied after receiving the goods and wanted to return the goods. Not returning the money, which hinders the development of e-commerce. So we set up PayPal to act as a third-party payment, which means that when an e-commerce is completed, the buyer''s money first enters our account and waits until the seller After the goods are delivered to the buyer, and the buyer is satisfied, we will hand over the money to the seller." Guo Shouyun explained.


    "That''s it!" The four of them were stunned!


    "Now that e-commerce is developing very fast, I think Mr. Guo''s company called Paypal must have made a lot of money, right?" Qi Xiaoguang asked.


    "Just a little money!" Then he changed the subject, "Everyone, we want to sign our agreement, and there is one more thing that needs to be resolved?"


    "What''s up?"


    Zhou Pengcheng asked.


    "Shares! The shares of Delong''s 19 financial institutions, there are still many legal person shares, state shares and tradable shares that are not in Delong''s hands. If you want to integrate them, if you want to get your favorite shares, you must first put Buy them all and then we can distribute them!"


    "Mr. Guo, I don''t think it is necessary to buy all financial companies, securities, insurance, trusts, financial leasing, funds, it is enough for us to buy one company for each business. This will also reduce the loss of your acquisition of Delong. !" Qi Xiaoguang said.


    The main borrowers of the four major banks are many industrial companies in Delong. The debts of financial companies are the wealth management funds of investors and investment institutions, and it has nothing to do with them! They just need to guarantee that Guo Shouyun will bear the debt of the industrial company.


    "Everyone, Delong''s financial assets lack banks, and in the absence of public deposits, if you want to develop the company, you must attract more wealth management customers, so that we can have enough money and enough money to pry Move more financial leverage! Now, because of Delong''s loss, these 19 financial companies have suffered serious losses, but this has made them better acquisitions. By acquiring them, we will have thousands of institutional investors and two More than 100,000 individual investors. If we give up, we will lose at least three-quarters of the number of customers!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun said calmly, "Everyone, 100 million capital will increase by 20 million in one year, and 10 billion in one year. Earning 1 billion, although the rate of return of the latter is only half of the former, but reflected in the financial statements are two completely different results.��


    "Mr. Guo, although some financial institutions that give up Delong''s losses will lose some customers. But if we can make positive profits as soon as possible, we can also use this to attract new customers to join, which is not necessarily worse than accepting Delong''s financial assets. !" Qi Xiaoguang said.


    "It is indeed possible. But it takes time to attract new customers. In contrast, I am more willing to give up money and save time! ... President Qi, if you miss some opportunities, you will be gone!"


    Guo Shouyun''s meaningful words made Qi Xiaoguang''s eyes instantly dignified!


    "Mr. Guo has a new investment direction?" Zhou Peide asked subconsciously.


    Qi Xiaoguang, Zhu Guangshi and Xie Pengcheng also looked over instantly.


    With the rise of Guo Shouyun, even if he consciously concealed his past, some things were still dug up by curious media reporters. Such as his speculation on the financial crisis in Argentina, and speculation on the war in Afghanistan. A series of stories of manipulating tens of billions of dollars in the gold and oil markets and earning tens of billions of dollars are legendary!


    Looking at the expressions of the four, Guo Shouyun was somewhat confused. The same expression, he has seen too many.


    "There are investment directions, but it''s not the same as what President Zhou thinks." After a pause, "I just think that many industries in China have great opportunities in the future, and I just want to invest, but I don''t plan to invest too much in the high-risk futures market! "


    After Zhou Peide nodded, was a little disappointed. After all, gambling is also human nature. In the futures market, using leverage, operating billions of dollars, and fighting tens of billions of dollars in it, thinking about it makes his blood boil. Unfortunately, the Huaxia system made it impossible for him to do this.


    "Mr. Guo, according to the information we have obtained. Delong''s 19 financial institutions have unrepayable debts of up to 15 billion Chinese dollars, of which unsecured debts are 7 billion Chinese dollars. Such a huge black hole of funds is all on ourselves. This There''s too much pressure."


    "To repay so much debt, we can certainly put forward some conditions. For example, we can re-sign the financial management contract, extend the payment period to 5 years, use the benchmark interest rate as the guaranteed minimum rate of return every year, and not withdraw the principal for the first two years. In addition, We also have the right to use the funds freely."


    "Mr. Guo is sure to repay the money within 5 years?" Qi Xiaoguang said.


    "Of course. If it goes well, maybe we can make a lot of money!" Guo Shouyun said to himself.


    Now the remaining assets of Delong''s 19 financial institutions are worth about 8 billion Chinese coins. With the things in his head, if he can''t earn 10 billion Chinese coins in five years and block the holes, he is really worthless. Live this.


    After the four exchanged glances, "We trust Mr. Guo''s judgment!"


    In terms of finance, Guo Shouyun''s dazzling achievements and his extraordinary achievements in business are full of convincing!


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 v2 Chapter 632： meeting in the auditorium

    Chapter 632 Meeting in the Great Hall


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    After reaching a verbal agreement, Guo Shouyun left the presidents of the four major banks to finish lunch at his own home. After chatting for a while in an atmosphere of intention to make friends with each other, he personally sent the four out of the house.


    "boss!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun beckoning, Wu Xiaojing hurriedly stepped forward and said respectfully.


    "Inform Zhang Lei and ask him to hand over Delong''s business integration work to Zheng Wenjun, and he leads the team to immediately start negotiations with the four major banks and the other twelve banks! Then notify Stephen Bryan and Michael Moretz, Let them form a joint negotiation team with Zhang Lei and start negotiations with the four major banks!"


    "Yes!"


    "Also notify Zhang Yu that we can start the equity acquisition of Delong''s industrial assets. We want as much as we want!"


    Zheng Wenjun is the head of the PE department of Hanhua Capital. He formulates integration plans for loss-making enterprises and sorts out the enterprise management system. And Zhang Yu is the chief operating officer of Hanhua Holdings. Guo Shouyun is also relieved that she has come forward to acquire Delong''s loss-making company.


    Seeing Wu Xiaojing leave in a hurry with his orders, Guo Shouyun sighed.


    "There''s still a tough battle to fight!"


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    "Zhou Yang, Lao Zhou?"


    Zhou Yang, who was walking with his assistant towards the auditorium of the City Hall of the Magic City, heard a familiar voice and turned around subconsciously to look behind him.


    "Old money?"


    Looking at the bald middle-aged man in a jacket hurriedly catching up, Zhou Yang was surprised.


    Qian Wenqiang walked in a hurry, and after standing beside his old friend, he calmed down a little bit of rapid breathing.


    "Old Zhou, did you get the invitation too?"


    "You got it too?"


    Qian Wenqiang nodded with a hint of excitement on his face.


    "Looks like we have a chance to get our money back this time."


    "I think we should not be too happy! Although Hanhua Holding Group is a well-known conglomerate in the world, it has strong strength. But Delong''s hole is too big this time, and the deficit of tens of billions of Huaxia coins. It''s no good, who wants to take over?"


    Hearing this, Qian Wenqiang nodded in agreement.


    "I originally thought there was still some hope, but now that I hear you say that, the hope has become slim again. ... Alas, our Red Star Machinery Factory is not as good as your Xinyuan Foods, with slower capital turnover and lower profits. If there is no such 5 million funds, I have done it for nothing in the past ten years!"


    "The competition in the food industry is too fierce now, especially for biscuits. Our Xinyuan Foods has been out of date in recent years, and the new products we have developed have not received a good response from the market. Like you, I am all pointing to the ability to invest in Germany. Take out Long''s money to save lives!" Zhou Yang said with a wry smile.


    "Speaking of which, I''m sorry, brother. If I hadn''t introduced Jinxin Trust to you, you wouldn''t have been caught in it!" Qian Wenqiang said apologetically.


    "I don''t blame you for this, it''s because of my lack of determination that I was fooled by the guaranteed income of more than ten points. I thought of taking this opportunity to make a fortune and upgrade the company''s food processing equipment. It''s all folded in!"


    "I hope this time we didn''t run for nothing!" Qian Wenqiang said after a moment of silence.


    "Yeah! Hanhua is also a multinational financial group. Today, such a big scene will not be aimless!"


    Qian Wenqiang nodded and said, "Looking at it like this, I am afraid that there are not six or seven hundred people present today. The major clients of Delong Financial Management should be here!"


    "Come on, let''s go in too!"


    "Um!"


    ��


    "Boss, Delong''s nineteen financial institutions, institutions and individuals with financial investment of more than 1 million Huaxia Coins, a total of 737, are now all present!"


    After simply flipping through the list Zhang Lei handed over, Guo Shouyun put it aside.


    "You preside over today''s meeting! The conditions are what we agreed on before!"


    "clear!"


    "Have the bank talked about it?"


    "It''s negotiated! Except that all Delong Group''s loans will be repaid after a 5-year extension, and the interest will be the basic interest rate. ICBC will use 8.5% of the equity, plus 50% of the stock underwriting rights after listing, in exchange for 3% of Hanhua Holdings and Dongfang. 9% of the group''s equity; China Construction Bank will use 10% of the equity, plus 55% of the stock underwriting rights after listing, in exchange for 2.8% of Hanhua Holdings and 8.5% of Dongfang Group''s equity; Agricultural Bank uses 12% of the equity, plus after listing 50% of the stock underwriting rights in exchange for 2.7% of Hanhua Holdings and 9.3% of Dongfang Group; Hua-Xia Bank exchanged 15% of the equity, plus all the stock underwriting rights after listing, in exchange for 3.5% of Hanhua Holdings and Dongfang Group 11% of the equity; in addition, we also obtained 50% of the listing and underwriting rights of China Guangfa Bank, Shenzhen Development Bank and China CITIC Bank on the condition of repayment.��


    Dongfang Group is a new company that Guo Shouyun intends to set up after integrating Delong''s financial assets. The equity composition is Hanhua Holdings 25%, Yunfan Investment 30%, ICBC 9%, China Construction Bank 8.5%, Agricultural Bank 9.3%, Bank of China 11%, and the remaining 7.2% of the scattered shares belong to those who are unwilling to sell. guy. After all, there are 19 financial institutions and hundreds of shareholders. There will always be some guys who will not die until the Yellow River after losing money. However, this time they did seize the opportunity.


    Ignoring them and not mentioning, Guo Shouyun, through Hanhua Holdings and Yunfan Investment, has mastered the absolute controlling stake of Dongfang Group, and has become the behind-the-scenes controller of this new company.


    In addition, after this exchange, the shareholding structure of Hanhua Holdings has also changed. In addition to the 75% he holds through Hanhua Trust, Zhang Lei''s 3%, and Hanhua''s management holding about 10%, ICBC 3%, China Construction Bank 2.8%, Agricultural Bank 2.7%, Bank of China 3.5%, The shareholding structure is richer.


    Of course, the hard work pays off. In addition to delaying the financial crisis for the Oriental Group and obtaining at least half of the listing and underwriting rights of the four major Huaxia banks, they also obtained about 10% of their respective shares. As long as the development trajectory of Huaxia remains unchanged in the future, the stake will be worth 500 billion Huaxia coins ten years later. Even if it is diluted in the next ten years, even if only half of it will be left in the end, there will be 250 billion.


    Therefore, although this transaction seems to be a bit of a loss now, not only to fill the hole in Delong, but also to give up the equity of Hanhua and Dongfang Group, but it will definitely make a profit in the future, and it will make a big profit!


    "Sign the contract as soon as possible. The longer Deron''s matter drags on, the greater the loss when we take over in the future."


    "Understood! I will do it as soon as possible!" Zhang Lei nodded.


    "Boss, it''s almost time!"


    Wang Jue on the side reminded.


    "Let''s go, after today''s work, it''s time to rectify Deron!"


    Guo Shouyun stood up and strode outside. Later, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing, as well as Zhang Lei, Zhang Yu and other senior officials of Hanhua quickly followed.


    The group took several cars and came to the Great Hall of the Magic City Government. Because there are too many people invited today, there is no other place to sit except here.


    "President Wu, Director Xie, it''s been a long wait!"


    "We just arrived too!"


    Wu Xiao, deputy governor of the central bank, and Xie Xiaoping, director of the Financial Stability Bureau, are the main persons in charge of handling the Delong incident under the central government. Now that Guo Shouyun intends to take over Delong, he cannot avoid them.


    "Mr. Guo, the central government agrees with Hanhua''s initiative to take over Delong. In addition, the Prime Minister personally instructed, let us try our best to cooperate with you!" Wu Xiao said with a smile.


    "Thank you two! Please also reply to Mr. Prime Minister, Hanhua will definitely handle Delong''s affairs!"


    "With Mr. Guo''s ability and Hanhua''s strength, I believe that Delong will once again become a benchmark in the Huaxia business community!"


    "I''ll try my best!"


    At this moment, another wave of people walked into the back hall of the Great Hall of the Magic City Government. Seeing them, Guo Shouyun, Wu Xiao and Xie Xiaoping hurried over.


    "Secretary Chen, Mayor Han!"


    The senior officials and the mayor of the magic city, the former is a deputy national level, and the latter is also a senior official. It is very likely that they will become the seven giants in the future, or even the number one and number two. In the face of such a person, especially in a social structure like Huaxia where officials are more important than business, even Guo Shouyun did not dare to neglect.


    Another point, perhaps because of his long-term subconscious as a Chinese. Let Guo Shouyun always unconsciously feel a little nervous when facing the big bosses of Huaxia officialdom. This kind of emotion has never appeared in the United States. Even in the face of President Bush, he can talk and laugh freely!


    Maybe when he was reborn, it was Bruce Guo''s memory that dominated, maybe this kind of emotion wouldn''t exist!


    "Mr. Guo, I''ve heard the name for a long time! When I see it now, it really is a hero!" Secretary Chen held Guo Shouyun''s hand, looked at it for a while and smiled Mr. Guo is only 24 years old, but he is already Hanhua , Matrix Company, Pacific Energy, Unocal, Phoenix Bank and many other world-class companies, their talents in business and finance are amazing! " Mayor Han also laughed.


    "I am ashamed! The achievements of Hanhua, Matrix, Pacific Energy, Unocal and other companies are not due to me alone! It is the crystallization of the joint efforts of thousands of employees under their respective companies!"


    "Take credit without being arrogant! No wonder Mr. Guo has achieved what he has achieved now. This mentality alone surpasses most people." After a pause, "I believe that with Mr. Guo coming forward this time, Delong''s affairs will definitely be successful. solution!"


    How could Guo Shouyun be so embarrassed to say something else after so many people were beaten for a while.


    "Of course, I believe that Delong in the future will still be one of the outstanding companies in Magic Capital!"


    Both Secretary Chen and Mayor Han had smiles on their faces. Before the Delong Incident broke out, it had always been a major taxpayer in the capital city. Of course, such a company did not want to disappear or move elsewhere!


    "Mr. Guo, I don''t know how you plan to deal with Delong''s problem?" Mayor Han asked.


    "In terms of industry, Delong''s business is too much and too complicated, we will split and restructure it to a certain extent. For financial business, we have jointly established a financial company with ICBC, ABC, CCB and Bank of China. The five parties jointly deal with Delong''s debts!"


    Due to time constraints, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much. But just what he revealed was enough to calm the heart of the city government.

 v2 Chapter 633： Amazing Hanhua Holdings

    Chapter 633 Amazing Hanhua Holdings


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    "Boss, it''s almost time!"


    Zhang Lei whispered in Guo Shouyun''s ear.


    After nodding clearly, "Secretary Chen, Mayor Han, in order to settle Delong''s debts, today we have negotiated with 737 Delong wealth management customers who owe more than 1 million yuan, and it is only 10 minutes before the meeting starts. , why don''t we go to the front first and talk about it after the meeting is over?"


    "Business is important!" Secretary Chen nodded.


    "Secretary Chen, please!"


    "Please!"


    Under the leadership of the two, the government and Hanhua walked out of the back hall of the auditorium with the bigwigs from both sides. Seeing them, the originally noisy auditorium fell silent for a moment, and then whispered again!


    "Who is that young man? To be able to walk with Secretary Chen!"


    "I don''t know, it''s probably a red third generation!"


    "How is that possible?! That''s a high-ranking official in the magic city, a dignified deputy national leader, not to mention the third generation of red, and even the second generation of red, there are not many who are more juxtaposed with him!"��


    Facing thousands of scrutiny eyes, Guo Shouyun calmly sat in the middle of the first row, with Secretary Chen on his left and Zhang Lei, CEO of Hanhua, on his right. Of course, this seat is now empty, and he himself has walked to the rostrum.


    "Don''t Mr. Guo plan to go up?" Secretary Chen asked.


    "No need! As the CEO of Hanhua, today is Zhang Lei''s home court, and his ability is enough to deal with today''s problems!"


    Secretary Chen nodded and didn''t ask any more!


    ��


    "Everyone, good morning. I''m Zhang Lei, CEO of Hanhua Holding Group! Although I should say that I''m very happy to meet you, but in fact, I''m not at all excited to see you on an occasion like today. One person means that we Hanhua will have to pay more money after taking over the Delong Group!"


    Han Hua took over Delong and added the words "compensation", causing a little commotion in the crowd below the rostrum!


    "...Please be quiet. After I finish speaking and enter the question-and-answer session, you can put your questions to me, and I will answer them one by one. But now, please listen to me first, this is related to your personal interests. Benefit!"


    His words successfully made the venue quiet again!


    "...I believe that many of you sitting here have heard the name of our Hanhua Holding Group. But there are also many who don''t know us, or don''t know much about us. Taking this opportunity today, I will brief you here. Introduce our company."


    "...On August 15, 2000, Great China Capital, the predecessor of our Great China Holdings Group, was established in Hong Kong with a registered capital of US$100 million. Its main businesses are asset management, venture capital, private equity investment and hedge funds! During the year, we invested in 23 Internet companies such as Sina.com, Sohu.com, CDC, Soufun.com, and Ctrip.com, and 17 entities including Minsheng Bank, Mengniu, and SF Express, and invested USD 200 million in the gold market. "


    "...a year later, on August 15, 2001, our asset management business scale was 2.3 billion CNY, both venture capital and private equity investments grew by 37.8%, and hedge fund revenue was $2.35 billion, exceeding $18 billion. Huaxia Coin!"


    As soon as this number came out, there was an uproar in the field! In China in 2004, the investment of over 10 billion yuan was basically invisible to private companies except at the national level.


    At this time, even those who knew Hanhua couldn''t help but envy Guo Shouyun who was sitting off the court with complex eyes. Even Secretary Chen, who was sitting beside him. Naturally, at his level, he has read the detailed report on Hanhua. Hanhua''s sway in the gold market and the situation of making huge profits with the help of Argentina''s debt crisis was the most concerned thing in the international financial market in 2001. It directly laid the foundation for the crazy expansion of Phoenix, Hanhua, and Guo Shouyun''s industries.


    Compared with the amazement of outsiders, Hanhua''s people are naturally proud!


    Glancing at the boss who was still calm and calm, Zhang Lei took a breath and suppressed the pride in his heart.


    ����In 2002, we acquired the First Bank of Jiangsu and Zhejiang, and entered into commercial banking. We established Hanhua Securities and entered the securities industry. The asset management business was separated from Hanhua Capital and became one of the main businesses of the group. We also acquired 60% of the National Bank of Thailand. It acquired all the shares of Jaban Bank of Indonesia, 78% of the shares of Gem Bank of the Philippines, and 50% of the shares of Puchang Bank of South Korea, and entered the financial industry of Shikoku.��


    "...In 2003, we reorganized Hanhua and established Hanhua Holding Group, which governs the five subsidiaries of Hanhua Capital, Hanhua Bank, Hanhua Fund, Hanhua Securities, and Mangzhong Fund, and has become a commercial bank, asset management company , venture capital, financial consulting, securities underwriting and other 27 types of comprehensive financial institutions."


    "...As of now, Hanhua Holdings Group has entered 23 Asian countries such as South Korea, Japan, Indonesia, and India, and has 573 branches of various types. The scale of assets under management is US$91.28 billion, of which self-owned capital is 21.16 billion. In the first quarter of 2004, the revenue was 4.27 billion US dollars and the net profit was 1.17 billion US dollars. The compound annual growth rate of its various types of assets exceeded 54.8%! It has repeatedly made headlines in international business media such as "Time" and "Business Week". In 2004, it ranked 437th in the world''s top 500! Ranked 183rd among the world''s 4,000 banks selected by the British "Banker" magazine!"


    When Zhang Lei finished speaking, the whole venue was silent! Almost everyone was stunned by the Xuanhe number he revealed!


    Even though I had heard the background of Hanhua more or less when I came here, but because it was not listed, there was not much financial data revealed. Now, Zhang Lei took the initiative to speak out, and they really understood what kind of company Hanhua is!


    powerful!


    Amazingly strong!


    Incredibly strong!


    Words like this appear frequently in everyone''s mind!


    "It took four years to build a Fortune 500 company. Mr. Guo''s talent is really amazing!"


    "You flatter me!"


    Looking at the faint smile on his face and the calm expression, Secretary Chen couldn''t help but sigh, "To be able to achieve amazing achievements in such a short period of time and to be a guest of dignitaries from all over the world is truly extraordinary. This calmness and steadiness surpassed the vast majority of people present!"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t guess what Secretary Chen was thinking. Facing the subconscious amazement of the people around him, he was really happy and proud in his heart. However, after seeing many big scenes, plus the even more amazing Phoenix Bank, and facing the current scene, it is natural to be able to hide the joy and anger.


    "Whoa...!"


    I don''t know who started, but when Zhang Lei was about to continue, applause ranging from sparse to thunderous sounded throughout the auditorium.


    Many people even had happy smiles on their faces! The reason is also very simple. The stronger the strength of Hanhua Holding Group, the stronger the capital, doesn''t it mean that everyone has a chance to get back the money Delong owes you!


    "Mr. Guo, you can see everyone''s confidence in you from the warm applause!" Secretary Chen laughed.


    After Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, he didn''t say much!


    After a pause of applause, Zhang Lei continued: "We, Hanhua Holdings Group, are absolutely capable of repaying everyone''s funds. However, we are a public-facing private company, and all business activities require sufficient returns. Therefore, For the benefit of both of us, Hanhua Group hopes to reach the following requirements with you. First, all financial management contracts should be re-signed; second, if you want to recover the financial management money immediately, then we will only pay you the principal, not the payment. Interest; third, if you continue to hand over your funds to us for management, then we guarantee you a guaranteed minimum rate of return of no less than 8% per year within five years!��


    After a pause, Zhang Lei said with a condensed expression: "It needs to be emphasized that all the financial businesses of our Hanhua Group have never promised customers a guaranteed bottom line. This time, due to the special circumstances and the explanation from our chairman, all of you can Obtained this qualification. If you choose to withdraw the funds from the Oriental Group, then even if you go back the next day, you will no longer enjoy such qualifications. Therefore, how to choose, please be sure to consider carefully before making a decision!��


    "...In addition, let''s talk about Dongfang Group. After our negotiation with Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Agricultural Bank of China, China Construction Bank and Bank of China, the five parties reached an agreement to fully integrate the 19 financial institutions under the Delong Group and jointly establish a comprehensive Orient Financial Group, namely Orient Group. It consists of five subsidiaries: Orient Securities, Orient Trust, Orient Financial Leasing, Orient Insurance and Orient Fund, operating securities, asset management, wealth management, financial leasing, insurance, trust, venture capital, funds 21 kinds of financial businesses such as , corporate consulting, insurance brokerage, etc., and Ms. Chen Yu, chief operating officer of Hanhua Holding Group, serves as the CEO of Oriental Group! He is fully responsible for all financial businesses before Delong, including the repayment of your wealth management funds."


    At this moment, Chen Yu stood up and waved to everyone behind her. She left a good impression on everyone with her graceful manner.


    "...Ms. Chen Yu, holds a double bachelor''s degree in finance and mathematics from Tsinghua University. She obtained a doctorate in financial engineering and a master''s degree in business administration from Yale University in 1994. She once worked in the venture capital department of Merrill Lynch and worked as an analyst. In 1997 Entered the Vanguard Fund as a fund manager, and was awarded the "Top Ten Fund Managers in America" ??by the New York Times in the same year; during her tenure, the average compound annual growth rate of the No. 8 and No. 17 stock funds under her management exceeded 23.4%. 2001 She joined Hanhua in 2009 as the Chief Operating Officer, responsible for company operation and management. She has rich management and financial experience and is familiar with the business environment of China. She is the most suitable candidate to serve as the CEO of Oriental Group. I believe Oriental Group will achieve success under her leadership. Faster development!"


    After introducing Chen Yu, "Everyone, that''s all I have to say. Anyone who has questions can raise their hands now!"


    As soon as his words fell, hundreds of people raised their hands. But there are fast and slow, and there are before and after.


    "Mr. Li, Chairman of Yaxing Bus!"


    The gray-haired Li Xueqin stood up and took the microphone from the staff next to him.


    "Jinxin Trust, a subsidiary of Delong, owes us 70 million wealth management funds from Yaxing Bus. When can we take it out!"


    Watching Tang Wanli, who had been on a hunger strike to collect debts, slammed his head against the conference table, and forced Tang Wanli to cry in front of the media, he even said, "I can''t stand it anymore, Li Xueqin has given me too much stimulation. , Delong never touches finance again.�� Zhang Lei also admires his steadfastness!


    "We are sorting out the financial assets of Delong. At most, Mr. Li can go to the nearest Jinling branch of Oriental Trust Company to get back the wealth management funds belonging to Yaxing Bus!"


    After the old man nodded, he directly changed the microphone to the staff. It can be seen that after this Delong incident, after suffering a big loss, he no longer wants to touch finance.


    "Mr. Chen Wei from Jianhuafang Machinery Company!"


    After Zhang Lei finished speaking, a middle-aged man in a brown suit with eyes stood up.


    "Mr. Zhang, Delong owes our Jianhua Machinery Company 15 million yuan. Can I withdraw 5 million yuan first, and then use the remaining 10 million yuan for financial management? And enjoy an annual guaranteed return of 8%?"


    "sure!"


    "Then what if I want to continue investing in Oriental Trust? Can I also enjoy a guaranteed return of 8%?" Chen Wei asked.


    "I''m sorry. The guaranteed income is limited to your previous wealth management funds in Delong. Newly invested funds are not within the scope of this discount!"


    "Mr. Zhou Qi of Baofeng Machinery!"


    A bloated middle-aged man took the microphone in the hands of the staff Mr. Zhang, in addition to our Baofeng Machinery having a wealth management fund of 12 million in Hengxin Trust, we are also in Shancheng, a subsidiary of Delong. Under the guarantee of the industry, 8 million bridge loans were lent to the Western Regions Hop Company! Now the hops company is struggling and cannot repay the loan after the expiration of the three-year period. I would like to know whether Hanhua is responsible for the compensation for this part of the money? "


    "I''m sorry, Mr. Zhou. Today is dealing with Delong Financial''s arrears. Regarding her industrial assets, we haven''t started sorting out, and we don''t have any specific advice on how to deal with it. Therefore, I can''t give you an answer now!"


    "When will we get the results? After all, our Baofeng Machinery is just a small company, not as big as the Hanhua family!"


    "Up to two months, up to half a year." Zhang Lei replied after pondering for a while.


    "Is half a year too long?"


    "Delong has 457 entities and more than 300,000 employees. The relationship is complicated. We need time to sort it out. Please understand Mr. Zhou!"


    Although he was not satisfied with his answer, Zhang Lei''s peaceful attitude and serious statement made Zhou Qi sigh and sit down.


    Seeing Zhang Lei handle the questioners at the scene one by one with his skillful hands and a spring-like attitude, soothing their restless emotions, Guo Shouyun nodded secretly below.


    After four years of training, the general who he relies most on in China has become more mature!

 v2 Chapter 634： Derons 6 major scourges

    Chapter six hundred and thirty fourth Delong''s six major disasters


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    The meeting, which was specifically held to resolve DeLong''s financial assets and liabilities, lasted about an hour and a half and ended.


    "Mr. Guo, I heard that the people who participated in today''s on-site meeting are all wealth management customers who owe more than 1 million yuan?" asked Secretary Chen, who invited Guo Shouyun to his office after the meeting.


    "Yes! There are more than 1,000 client institutions in Delong Financial Management, and there are hundreds of thousands of investors large and small, and they are distributed all over the country. There is no way, and it is inappropriate to call everyone to the magic capital!"


    Secretary Chen nodded and continued: "What are you going to do with the remaining small customers? Do you adopt the same strategy as you said at the meeting before?"


    "Of course! As long as it is Delong, no, it should be said that it is a customer of the Oriental Group, and we all treat it equally!"


    "Equal treatment is good! Only with equal treatment can the influence of Delong be minimized!"


    Secretary Chen nodded in agreement.


    "We Hanhua are a responsible company, and compensating customers for their losses is not only a corporate responsibility, but also our social responsibility!"


    Looking at the admiration on the faces of Secretary Chen and Mayor Han, Guo Shouyun''s purpose has been achieved. Being able to leave a good impression in the eyes of future bosses will benefit his Guo family''s development in China without any harm!


    "Mr. Guo, I didn''t have time to ask when the meeting was short. Now that everyone sits down, there is plenty of time. Can Mr. Guo talk about how to deal with Delong Industrial''s assets?" Mayor Han asked.


    Secretary Chen''s eyes also looked over. The Delong Group is a major taxpayer in the Magic Capital. As the direct leaders of the Magic Capital, they hope more than anyone else that Delong can continue to exist in the Magic Capital.


    "How to deal with Delong''s industrial assets is something we have been thinking about recently." Guo Shouyun said after organizing the language, "If you want to solve the problem, you must first find the root cause of the problem. According to our analysis, Delong, the owner of The reason why a giant enterprise with 120 billion assets and 300,000 workers will come to an end. There are six main reasons..."


    "Mr. Guo, please wait a moment!" Mayor Han interrupted him temporarily, and took out a small notebook and a black hero pen from his pocket. Both the small book and the pen have fading around the edges, and it has obviously been used and turned over for a long time.


    "The Delong Incident is the largest corporate bankruptcy event in my country''s economic development so far. It is a typical case of China''s 20 years of reform and opening up. If it can be summed up well, it will have a great impact on the improvement of our country''s laws and regulations, as well as the corporate system. Good influence!"


    Seeing his serious expression, Guo Shouyun nodded secretly. To be able to become one of the seven giants of China in the future, if nothing else, the seriousness and foresight of the work alone is worthy of recognition.


    "Mayor Han''s words reminded me that Delong''s affairs should really be learned from experience and lessons!"


    Secretary Chen also brought a notebook and a pen from the drawer of his desk.


    Seeing them like this, Guo Shouyun also took a few points seriously. However, the reason for Delong''s failure was the issues he had been discussing with Zhang Lei, Chen Yu, Brito and Stephen Bryan these days.


    "The reason for Delong''s failure, the first one, is ''expansion too fast''. There is a saying in China called ''Eat the bowl and look at the pot''. This is the case with Delong. After 2000, Delong has acquired hundreds of consecutive acquisitions. It is a domestic and foreign company, which has led to the tight cash flow and hematopoietic function of the company. In order to solve the problem of insufficient funds, financing rather than enterprise management ability has become the only indicator of Delong''s assessment of rewards and punishments, which has led to poor internal management and poor financial business. Violation of the rules. Due to the occupation of the funds of the production enterprises in the self-rescue of financial institutions, coupled with the influence of media hype and the lock-up of money, the debt crisis occurred in the relevant financial institutions of Delong, and then spread to the industrial assets of Delong. And finally caused the collapse of the Delong Group now."


    "The second rule is, ''I didn''t resist too many temptations''. After China''s reform and opening up, the large market of more than one billion people has filled every industry with opportunities. And in most cases, no good corporate management is needed. The level and product quality can win the market. Under such temptation, Delong is greedy for more and faster, and blindly expands, so that he loses his judgment on the macro environment. "


    "Article 3, ''Strategic Idealization''. A company''s strategic development plan is a collective effort. After numerous discussions and summaries, it is a clear and long-term strategy that can be recognized by the owners of the company. All decisions of the company, including mergers and acquisitions, should revolve around However, the development of Delong lacks strategic planning, and all mergers and acquisitions are decided by Tang Wanxin based on his own subjective thinking. This is most clearly reflected in the development process of Alloy.��


    "...The predecessor of Alloy Shares was Shenyang Alloy Company, which is one of the largest nickel alloy production enterprises in China. It was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange after the shareholding system reform in 1990. The company''s assets were 130 million Huaxia coins and its annual turnover was 40 million Chinese coins. The main products are nickel alloy materials, electric vacuum alloy materials, spark plug electrode alloy materials, nickel-copper alloy materials, with an annual output of about 1,000 tons, and it is a regular material enterprise."


    "...If you acquire such a company, the most appropriate development strategy should be to invest money to improve the company''s aging equipment and outdated technology, and increase the company''s net profit. Then consider expansion. Expansion is divided into horizontal and vertical. Horizontal expansion is Utilizing the technology and strength accumulated by Shenyang Alloy in the material industry, it has developed into the field of high-priced alloy materials such as copper alloy and special steel, and has become a world-class material company such as SGL and DSM through technology accumulation. Vertical expansion can Purchase upstream nickel mines to save material costs; acquire downstream production companies, such as heat treatment industrial products, or automation devices, etc., to open up the entire nickel alloy industry chain and increase corporate turnover and net profit."


    "...But after Delong Group acquired Shen-Yang Alloy, it did not choose horizontal or vertical, but established Jingcheng Titanium Alloy Dynamic Film Complete Equipment Company to develop space shuttle project. From the perspective of the market at that time, space shuttle Just in time for the development period of Huaxia Theme Park, it is a profitable project, and it has indeed made a lot of money for Shenyang Alloy Company. But it has nothing to do with the main business of Shenyang Alloy before.��


    "... Then Delong valued the power tool market again, and invested heavily in successive acquisitions of Magic City Xingtehao, Suzhou Taihu Power Tool Company, Magic City Meihao, Suzhou Black Cat Group, and Shaanxi Xingbao Electromechanical Company. It has become the largest manufacturer and exporter of electromechanical products in China, and has opened up the international market through cooperation with the three major garden machinery manufacturers in the United States. It has nothing to do with Shenyang Alloy''s other two major businesses, space shuttles and nickel alloys, and the three parties cannot form a joint force."


    "... Next, Delong''s expansion of Shenyang Alloy seems to be more casual. Invest 60 million yuan to establish a cooperative enterprise with Shancheng Machine Tool Factory, acquire Jinling No. 2 Machine Tool Factory, and enter the machine tool industry. Acquire the world''s three largest regional passenger aircraft manufacturers in Germany'' Fairchild Dornier''s company, entered the aircraft manufacturing industry. Acquired the flagship of the Soviet Union Pacific Fleet ''Minsk aircraft carrier'' and entered the tourism industry!"


    "...This pile of acquisitions is not only unrelated to Shenyang Alloy''s initial alloy material industry, but also has almost nothing to do with each other. As the saying goes: a single wire can''t make a thread, and a single tree can''t make a forest. Shen~ These mergers and acquisitions of Yang Alloy are full of the subjective will of the managers and have not formed a joint force. As a result, the sales revenue of Shenyang Alloy has increased from 370 million in 1998 to 1.13 billion in 2003, but the net profit has not increased but decreased. , from 110 million in 1998 to less than 70 million Chinese coins in 2003. The return on total assets also fell from 13.7% in 1998 to less than 4% in 2003.��


    "...Except for Shenyang Alloy, Delong''s Western Regions Tunhe and Xianghuo Cabinet are all like this. In comparison, Tianshan Co., Ltd. is better, and its main business is cement and building materials. But the entire Delong Group has already collapsed! "


    Having said that, Guo Shouyun paused for a while and took a breath.


    "The fourth reason for Delong''s failure did not grasp the investment rhythm. Delong did not do enough in the long-term, medium-term and short-term investment portfolios and the grasp of the investment rhythm. The proportion of long-term investment is too large and ignored. It affects the return cycle of industrial investment and affects the liquidity of funds. More people just see attractive investment opportunities and industrial integration opportunities, but ignore the potential risks brought by the company''s rapid growth."


    "The fifth reason for Delong''s failure is that the macroscopic judgment is wrong. Since the establishment of Delong, the development has been very fast and very smooth, and the government, banks and other aspects have also been very supportive, especially the credit line given by the bank is also very large, this is a German Long has an illusion that as long as there are good industries and good projects, they will not be short of funds. But I didn��t expect that the shrinking of credit would have such a huge impact on the whole society, and directly caused the break of Delong��s capital chain.��


    "The sixth reason for Delong''s failure is to use poison to detoxify the antidote. In the financial industry, using the method of hyping up the company''s stock price can certainly make money, and it is easy to make money, which will make the company ignore the importance of the industry. It is necessary to focus more attention on the stock market where it is easier to make money. But the stock market without industrial support is destined to be just a castle in the air. Once it encounters a crisis, it will be revealed.��


    "...In 2001, the Xinjiang-Xinjiang Hops Company''s debt crisis broke out, causing a run on Jinxin Trust, the flagship company of Delong Financial Assets, which was responsible for providing guarantees, resulting in a deficit of nearly 4 billion Chinese coins. In order to make up for this hole, To save Delong''s capital chain that is about to break. The cash flow of Delong''s industrial companies alone is obviously not enough, and the time is too long. In contrast, the financial market with fast money has become Delong''s only choice. "

 v2 Chapter 635： Reasons for success and failure

    Chapter 635 Reasons for Success and Failure


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    "...Delong, led by Tang Wanxin, made his fortune in finance and the stock market, and he is very familiar with it. Next, he used a series of means, including guaranteeing the minimum investment return of customers in the marketing of financial enterprises, and using a number of enterprises to control financial enterprises. , out-of-scope operations, mutual lending between financial companies, using ''shell companies'' as the main body of investment and transfer, and concealing related transactions, etc., so that although a large amount of funds have been obtained, Delong relies on being a businessman rather than relying on honesty. It is a serious mistake in itself to improve the value and stock price of the enterprise by conducting real operations. It is also a mistake to use a series of illegal means to obtain funds later. Solving the mistake in the wrong way will naturally have no chance of success!��


    "The above are the six reasons we have summarized about the collapse of Delong Group. Of course, this is just a statement from one family. Delong involves dozens of industries, complex internal relationships, and a short period of time, there may be many more that we haven''t seen. crisis.��


    Secretary Xie said with a smile after putting down his pen: "Mr. Guo''s summary is detailed enough, and his words are straight to the point. I believe that Delong will develop again under the leadership of Mr. Guo."


    "I will try my best!"


    "Mr. Guo, as far as I know, your own development process is similar to that of Delong. In the beginning, you followed the method of mutual promotion between finance and industry, and both adopted a strategy of substantial expansion. Why did you succeed, Delong? But failed? Apart from personal talent, what other factors have caused such different results?" Mayor Zhou asked after closing the notebook.


    "Mayor Zhou''s eyes are so bright that he can see the similarities between me and Delong." After a pause, Guo Shouyun organized his language, "There are several reasons why I am successful. First of all, I got the first bucket The gold is writing, and the characteristic of writing is that I don��t need to pay any cost except for the mind. And writing can generate a lot of cash flow, and it can generate continuous returns. At the same time, it can also obtain a wide range of peripheral benefits.��


    "...On this basis, I established the Matrix Film Company, which can be regarded as a downstream enterprise of my works and has a very high correlation. If the film is popular, in addition to the box office and peripheral income, it can also promote my work in turn. The sales of the work. The two promote each other, giving me a huge cash flow to support my investments in the Internet, retail, animal husbandry and financial markets.��


    "...Although I, like DeLong, get income through financial investment, DeLong is through trading and illegal trading. And I entered the high-risk futures market, and even if I lost all the funds I invested in finance, as long as I My works are still there, as long as the movies based on my works are still popular, I will be able to continuously obtain positive cash flow. In addition, Guo''s main business retail and animal husbandry are both low-profit but stable returns. , there is no possibility of major losses. Although the Internet is in trouble due to the Nasdaq crisis, it has found a profitable direction."


    ����I was prepared for the worst financial failure, so I was able to look at every opportunity with a calm attitude. In the end, I made a huge profit of more than 4 billion US dollars through the financial crisis in Argentina!��


    As soon as this figure came out, Secretary Xie and Mayor Zhou were also moved. 4 billion US dollars is 32 billion Huaxia coins, so much money can completely create another Delong.


    However, Guo Shouyun used his previous knowledge to make far more than $4 billion in the gold market through the Argentine financial crisis. But considering that it was too shocking, and he also had a good face period, he cut off two-thirds.


    "Such a huge amount of money, no matter if it goes into any of my companies, far exceeds their size and needs. If they are acquired externally, it will be the result of snake swallowing elephants, and there are too many variables. And there was no suitable opportunity at that time. At this time, the California energy crisis is in full swing, and the stocks of Pacific Power and Natural Gas and Southern California Power, two of California''s largest utilities, have plummeted, and the former has even been on the verge of bankruptcy."


    ��Utilities have stable returns, and Pacific Power and Gas, as well as Southern California Power, are good assets. Although they are in trouble because of the California energy crisis. But the difficulties are temporary, and once the crisis is over, the old situation can be restored quickly. Plus I had enough funds at the time, so I decisively initiated the acquisition. Then there was the Pan Pacific Energy Group.��


    "Later I bought Southern Company, and even took over the bankruptcy of Enron, all because of the stable returns from utilities and the energy industry, which could generate enough cash flow to solve the crisis."


    "Of course, the rapid expansion inevitably strained my capital chain. It also distracted me from being able to control the future of the business. To solve this situation, I sold the Thornbird Publishing Company and quit publishing. Industry. Sold Juji Electronics and exited the chip industry. Sold Enron Water and exited the water industry. There are many similar examples.��


    "After sorting out, Guo''s main business is retail, farming, slaughtering, catering and logistics, and they can cooperate with each other to jointly promote and increase the net income of total assets. Ruby''s main business is Internet community, e-commerce and cloud computing. .Google��s main business is Internet search and big data. Apple��s main business is consumer electronics, software and chip design. Phoenix��s main business is the financial industry. Pacific Energy Group��s main business is public utilities and natural gas. Unocal��s main oil industry mining and processing. Matrix main The media industry. Every company has its own main business, even if it expands, it is an upstream and downstream affiliated enterprise. It will never waste money and energy on industries that it does not understand and has nothing to do. All decisions must be made around the corporate strategic development plan. conduct."


    After a pause, "In addition to a clear industrial plan. The mature business environment in the United States is also a major reason. Especially the existence of professional managers, they can help me manage the daily affairs of the company, so that I can have more time to think about the company. strategy and avoid mistakes.��


    "A clear corporate strategy, a professional manager system, a sound business environment, and a broad domestic market are all factors that have enabled me to succeed. In contrast, Delong does not have a clear corporate strategy; Huaxia currently does not have either. There are enough and good enough professional managers, and most corporate executives are family members; Huaxia has achieved amazing economic development for more than 20 years of reform and opening up, but laws, talents, concepts and other aspects have Incomplete; the potential of China''s commodity market is stronger than that of the United States, but because the economy has not developed to a certain level, this potential has not fully exploded."


    "Secretary Xie, Mayor Zhou, everything takes time. The United States has developed something that has been developed for two hundred years. It is impossible for China to do it head-on after 20 years of development. This goes against the law of natural development. But I I believe that with the continuous progress of Huaxia''s economy, these shortcomings will be filled one by one. I believe that the future of Huaxia will be very bright! This is also the fundamental reason why I continue to increase investment in the Huaxia market! "


    "There is a saying: Listening to your words is better than reading ten years of books. Mr. Guo started from the Delong incident and talked about the overall business environment of China, which is thought-provoking and admirable!" Secretary Xie said.


    "You''ve won the prize. I''m talking about some big-picture issues. Many economics masters in Huaxia have deeper insights than me."


    "Mr. Guo''s insight into Delong''s shortcomings and my country''s business environment is truly admirable. But back to the original question, what does Mr. Guo plan to do with Delong''s industrial assets?" Mayor Zhou said.


    Compared with Secretary Xie, who also has to take care of party affairs, he is the real leader of the magic city government. It is his duty to lead the economic development of the magic city!


    "About Delong''s industrial assets, it can be summed up in eight words!" Guo Shouyun said after thinking for a moment.


    "I don''t know what those eight characters are?"


    "Strong stems and weak branches, strengthen the base and cultivate the yuan! Simply put, it is to focus on one or two main businesses, and sell the rest of the sub-businesses that are not related to the main business; in order to save expenses, save energy, and focus on key points! Take Shenyang Alloy as an example, retain the two main businesses of power tools and garden machinery, and sell off non-related businesses such as nickel alloys, space shuttles, machine tool factories, and aircraft manufacturing The funds are used for similar companies The mergers and acquisitions, as well as R&D investment, strive to become the top three in power tools and garden machinery in the world."


    "In this case, the revenue and scale of Alloy Shares may be reduced by half!" Mayor Zhou said.


    "Severe medicines are used for severe diseases. And the forcible merger of unrelated businesses is a disaster rather than a blessing for the company. It is better to operate independently, or sell to strengthen the main business!"


    "Old Zhou, operating the company, both of us are laymen. We should leave professional things to professional people. With Mr. Guo''s business talent, I believe Delong will get a new life in his hands!"


    After Guo Shouyun smiled slightly, he didn''t speak again.


    "Okay, it''s almost noon. If Mr. Guo is not busy, why not stay and have lunch together? Although the canteen of our municipal government is not comparable to a five-star hotel, the Shanghai cuisine is still very authentic! "


    "Okay! It just so happens that I''m a little hungry too!"


    "Then let''s pack up and go!"


    Secretary Xie got up with a smile, put the notebook and pens back in the drawer of the desk, and took Mayor Zhou and Guo Shouyun downstairs.


    Guo Shouyun, who was eating in the canteen of the Magic City Government for the first time, felt quite fresh. It''s just that the countless pairs of curious and scrutinizing eyes around him made him a little uncomfortable.


    After having lunch, he briefly chatted with the two top and second leaders of the magic city for a while, and then he said goodbye.


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 v2 Chapter 636： Oriental Group

    Chapter 636 Oriental Group


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    After the meeting in the Great Hall of the Magic City Government, Guo Shouyun returned to the United States with Stephen Bryan. After staying at home for a week to accompany Wendy and two children, he flew back here again, concerned about the integration of Delong.


    "Boss, this is the consolidated report of Delong''s financial assets."


    After taking over the information handed over by Zhang Yu, he simply flipped through it, "I''ll read it later, you can briefly tell me the key points first."


    "Yes!...According to the previously formulated integration plan, DeHeng Securities, Hengxin Securities, Zhongfu Securities, Northeast Securities, and Taiyang Securities merged into Orient Securities. At present, the company has 42 business outlets in 30 cities across the country. Institutional customers 379 There are 679,000 investment clients. It owns 1.85 billion Chinese currency including treasury bonds and corporate bonds.��


    "...New Century Financial Leasing Company and Xinjiang Financial Leasing Company merged into Dongfang Financial Leasing Company. At present, the company has branches in 19 cities across the country. It has assets of 5.67 billion Chinese dollars, but 56.4% of which are related transactions of Delong. loss-making assets.��


    "...Jinxin Trust, **** Trust, DJI Investment, and Haixie Trust merged into Oriental Trust. At present, the company has 83 branches in 67 cities across the country, with assets of 14.85 billion Huaxia coins. The stock prices of its three oldest shares, Alloy Shares, Western Regions Tunhe, and Xiang Torch have collapsed, and the assets of Orient Trust have shrunk by half. Out of connected transactions and funds taken away by customers, Orient Trust currently has only 1.23 billion operational funds left. Huaxia coins! There is another debt of 5.78 billion Huaxia coins."


    Compared with the other companies, Orient Trust is the real difficulty of Delong, and almost all the losses of customers are here.


    However, there are many storms and waves. Although nearly 6 billion Chinese coins are a lot, for Guo Shouyun, who once manipulated tens of billions of dollars to fight in the international financial market, this amount of money is just a drizzle. If it weren''t for the mismanagement of the enterprise caused by his excessive intervention, he would have mobilized funds to fill this hole.


    "...Dongfang Life Insurance, changed to Oriental Insurance Company, mainly engaged in life insurance and medical insurance, has 42 branches in 35 cities in Huaxia, has 294,000 insurance customers, and receives 350 million Chinese dollars in advance in insurance money every year. However, due to poor management, The current loss is 870 million Huaxia coins."


    "...Oriental Fund, mainly engaged in private equity investment and hedge funds, will open branches in four first-tier provinces and cities in China this year. Currently, the fund license is still in the application stage, but with the help of the four major banks, this matter will not be too difficult. ."


    "Have you discussed the investment quota of the Oriental Fund?"


    Unlike several other companies, Orient Fund was established to obtain high profits. So as to make up for the black hole of nearly 15 billion Huaxia coins that Delong once owed! However, Guo Shouyun did not intend to take the initial capital needed by the Oriental Fund.


    "It has been negotiated. ICBC will invest 500 million yuan, CCB and ABC are both 300 million yuan, and the Bank of China will invest 200 million Chinese yuan."


    "1.3 billion Huaxia Coins is still too little. There are more and more rich Chinese people, please contact me more. You can use my name when necessary!"


    Zhang Yu looked happy and nodded quickly. Today, Bruce Guo''s influence in the international financial community is no less than that of international investment giants such as Jim Rogers, Soros, Buffett, and Julian Robertson. Although he is not as well-known in China as the United States, he can easily pull in billions of dollars in funds.


    "The person in charge of the Oriental Fund is temporarily vacant, and the fund management is handed over to Yu Fei of the Mang Seed Fund!"


    High returns are often accompanied by high risks, and the person in charge of it must be cautious. It''s just that Guo Shouyun has not yet figured out who will be in charge of the Oriental Fund.


    "Yes!"


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun took out a pen and took a piece of A4 paper from the side, on which he wrote several names.


    "If the wealth management funds of trust and insurance are used for stock investment in the future, invest in these companies!"


    Zhang Yu took a look and saw that it was written in fair simplified Chinese characters: Gree Electric, Hikvision, Yili, Pien Tze Huang, Kangtai Bio, Kweichow Moutai, Fangda Special Steel, China National Ping An, Vanke , Wanda, Wuliangye, Midea Group, Shuijingfang, Focus Media, Oriental Garden, a total of 15 companies!


    Benefiting from the influence of many financial management sentences such as "you don''t manage your money, you don''t care about you", Guo Shouyun has also paid attention to stocks and funds, and is no stranger to the so-called list of the most worthwhile stocks in the decade. The things he wrote are basically the companies with the highest compound growth in the China AMC Shanghai and Shenzhen stock markets in the future.


    As for the question of whether the enthusiasm of the fund managers will be suppressed because of his explanation, it will not be too late to consider this issue after the debt of the Oriental Group is wiped out.


    Zhang Yu, who solemnly collected this A4 paper, nodded quickly. She has been the COO of Hanhua Holdings in recent years. She has seen Guo Shouyun''s talents in investment and stock selection countless times. Therefore, there is no objection to this list.


    "How much is the wealth management fund under Oriental Trust?"


    "From the application submitted, we have to pay 4.28 billion Chinese coins."


    "4.28 billion? A little less than we expected!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "It is a little less, but the liquidity of Oriental Trust is not so much. Many funds are stuck because of the bear market. If we close our positions at this time, we will lose nearly 800 million Chinese coins!"


    "Let Hanhua Holdings support part of it! I will tell Zhang Lei about this."


    "Yes!"


    "Dong dong...!"


    With the knock on the door, Wang Jue walked in.


    "Boss, President Wang of Jianlibao is here!"


    "I see, you let him wait in the living room for a while!"


    "Yes!"


    After she left, "That''s all I want to know. If you have nothing to do, go and do your work first!"


    Zhang Yu nodded, turned around and walked out with the information.


    Coming to the reception room, Wang Pengju, who had been waiting for a while, hurriedly stood up after hearing the movement.


    "Wait?"


    "No, I just arrived too!"


    "Sit down!" After waving Wang Pengju to sit down, "I have already arranged a place for you to live, it will be at the nearby Guanghua Hotel. This time you will stay in the magic capital for a while longer."


    Wang Peng nodded.


    "How is Jianlibao''s performance?"


    Speaking of this, Wang Pengju''s face showed an uplifting look.


    "Proud of the super girl voice that exploded last year, our Wanglaoji red canned herbal tea became a hit in the national beverage market. In the first quarter of this year, Wanglaoji''s sales alone exceeded 500 million cans, and its revenue reached 3 billion Chinese dollars. If Continue to get the naming rights of this year''s Super Girl. Throughout 2004, Wanglaoji''s sales alone can exceed 10 billion. In addition, the slogan of ''drinking Wanglaoji for fear of getting angry'' personally formulated by the boss has become the most praised advertisement this year. "


    Seeing Wang Pengju''s reverent expression, Guo Shouyun smiled and didn''t say much. The popularity of Super Girl is combined with Wang Laoji, and it is normal for the revenue to increase significantly. Otherwise, why did he put so much effort into buying the two brands Jiaduobao and Wanglaoji? !


    "Where''s Jianlibao?"


    "We have redesigned the packaging and adopted a new promotion plan. The Jianlibao brand of functional beverages has a revenue of 2.5 billion Chinese yuan in the first quarter of this year. In addition, with the help of our sales channels, the newly launched ''Kunlun Mountain'' mineral water in the first quarter of It received 480 million Chinese dollars. The ''Jia Duo Bao'' series of juice is still in the research and development stage, and if all goes well, it will be officially launched in the market in August this year."


    "How is the development of foreign channels?"


    "Branch offices have been established in 11 countries in Southeast Asia. Currently, we are looking for agents and building a sales system. The revenue in the first quarter was 67 million Huaxia coins, and we are still at a loss."


    "Consumption habits are not cultivated overnight. Fortunately, Southeast Asian countries do not want developed countries such as Japan and South Korea. They already have a lot of products, and it is relatively easy for us to enter. In addition, when expanding abroad, don''t stick to the company''s existing products. , and can also acquire excellent foreign brands under the right circumstances.��


    "Yes!"


    Jianlibao''s three products sell either ''sweet water'' or ''white water'', with an average gross profit margin of 45% and a net income of nearly 20%. That is to say, out of the nearly 6 billion revenue in the first quarter, there was a net profit of nearly 1.2 billion Huaxia coins.


    With the abundant financial support, Jianlibao has swept away the conservative and old age of Li Jingwei''s era, and while continuously expanding its product line, it is also actively exploring the international market!


    "The Jianlibao Group has developed well under your leadership in the past two years." Guo Shouyun said with appreciation.


    "The main reason is that the boss''s corporate development strategy is well formulated. I just follow your instructions!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Don''t flatter me deliberately, it should be your credit. I still say that, if you do well, you will be rewarded, and if you don''t do well, you will be punished."


    After a pause, he handed over a contract that he had brought with him.


    "This is a transfer letter for 1% of Jianlibao''s equity. Sign it, and it''s yours. If you can make Jianlibao grow steadily by more than 15% for three consecutive years, and the subsequent 2%, I will gradually transfer it to you!"


    Looking at the equity transfer document, Wang Pengju suddenly became excited.


    The bustling world is for profit, and the bustling world is for profit. He has worked hard day and night in Jianlibao for the past two years, not only for the hard-won opportunity to prove his ability, but also for a large part of the equity that Guo Shouyun promised him when he left Yangcheng last time.


    3%! Although it doesn''t look like much, based on the current assets, revenue, net profit, goodwill and other factors of Jianlibao Group, its price is close to 400 million CNY. And it will continue to appreciate with the continuous development of Jianlibao Group.


    "Thank you boss, I will work harder in the future. Under your leadership, I will bring Jianlibao Group to a more brilliant future!"


    Looking at the impassioned Wang Pengju, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded. Under the reward, there must be a brave man, and this is what he wants.


    "I hope you can always remember this sentence!"


    "Yes, I will always keep it in my mind!" Wang Peng nodded vigorously Take a look at this information! "


    "Xin~ Jiangtun River?"


    "Aren''t you unfamiliar?" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Of course! This is one of the largest fruit and vegetable product processing companies in Huaxia." Wang Peng moved in his heart when he thought of the rumored news that Hanhua planned to take over all the assets of Delong.


    "What does the boss mean...?"


    "What do you think of having Jianlibao integrate the assets of Xinjiang Tunhe?"


    After secretly saying ''Sure enough'', "Of course there is no problem. However, Jianlibao is a beverage manufacturer, while Tunhe is a fruit, vegetable, agricultural product and dairy industry. The businesses of the two companies are not very complementary. If they merge, I am afraid it will be a short time. It��s hard to see a bright combined benefit.��


    ��If Jianlibao wants to become a world-class company, it cannot just stick to the beverage industry. Just like Nestle, the world��s largest food company, its product line includes instant coffee, candy, bottled water, baby food, milk, chocolate Dozens of food products; PepsiCo also produces corn flakes and potato chips, as well as Pizza Hut and KFC in addition to Coke; Cargill, in addition to agricultural products, also produces food, and even industrial products.��Pharaoh, don��t let your inherent thinking limit you vision."


    "I understand! I will take this information back and take a serious look!" Wang Pengju said seriously.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I will organize a discussion on the asset disposal plan of Delong Industrial in a few days. You can also participate in it!"


    "Yes!"

 v2 Chapter 637： Tunhe in the Western Regions

    Chapter 637: Tunhe in the Western Regions


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    In mid-April, the impact of the collapse of Delong has been replaced by an endless stream of new news at home and abroad. Especially after Hanhua took over Delong and began to integrate Delong''s financial assets in an orderly manner, and compensated financial customers who suffered losses, the impact of the Delong case on the society was further reduced.


    However, doing so also had another effect. Tang Wanxin, who originally went to Myanmar in time and space and then returned to China to surrender, is still in Myanmar today.


    But no matter how the outside world changes, Guo Shouyun is still advancing his transformation of Delong Group as planned. Especially the transformation of industrial assets.


    "I brought you here today to discuss the asset disposal plan of Delong Industrial and its future development strategy." After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked at Zhang Lei from Hanhua Holdings, Chen Yu, CEO of Oriental Group, Wang Pengju, CEO of Jianlibao, and Chief Operating Officer of Tencent. , Zeng Liqing, who is in charge of the entertainment plan, Brito, the former CEO of American Beverages, Bill Maguire, Minister of Finance of Guo Shouyun''s Private Secretary Department, George Davis, Minister of Law, two secretaries Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing, plus a Tang family four Wu Feng, the brother''s nephew, quickly scanned the 10 people who participated in today''s meeting.


    "Wang Jue!"


    After receiving the boss''s eyes, she nodded. She and Wu Xiaojing are responsible for the introduction of today''s meeting.


    "Delong Group, the full name of Delong International Strategic Investment Co., Ltd. was established in 2000 and developed on the basis of Delong Industrial Company established by Tang Wanxin in 1992. From 1992 to 2004, after twelve years of expansion Later, Delong Group became a giant group with nearly 500 subsidiaries, assets of 120 billion Chinese dollars and 300,000 employees."


    "...under Delong''s banner, six major listed companies, including Xinjiang Tunhe, Alloy Shares, Xianghuo Cabinet, Shancheng Industry, Tianshan Shares, and Jingcheng Zhongyan, have been formed, as well as Delong Agricultural Group, Delong Tourism Group, Delong Animal husbandry company, with nine companies as the core. Western Regions 3D Mining Co., Ltd., Western Regions 3D Wool Textile Co., Ltd., Western Regions Tunhe Hotel, Western Regions Meihuada Hotel, Great Western Tourism Company, Jingcheng Xiyangyang Culture, Jingcheng JJ Disco Plaza, Minsk Aircraft Carrier 37 companies such as Theme Park, Denong Seed Industry, Jingcheng Guowu Sports Co., Ltd. are affiliated, and 25 companies including Feicai Co., Ltd., Renfu Seed Industry, CYTS, Kunming Commercial Bank, Shenzhen Development Bank, Corolla Technology, Guangming Furniture, and Foton Motors An industrial asset system dominated by important shareholding companies!��


    "...First of all, Xinjiangtunhe. The predecessor of Xinjiangtunhe was a collective enterprise established in 1983--Xinjiangchang~Jihui Autonomous Prefecture Tunhe Cement Factory, which was restructured into a joint stock company in 1993. In October of that year, Xinjiang Delong acquired some collective shares and entered Tunhe as the fourth largest shareholder.��


    "In 1997, Xinjiang Delong acquired three small state-owned factories under Tunhe Industry and Trade Company; in the same year, Tunhe Co., Ltd., Tunhe Industry and Trade and Tunhe Agriculture and Animal Husbandry jointly established Tunhe Group; in 1998, Xinjiang Delong also controls Tunhe Group and is the largest shareholder of Tunhe Group, directly and indirectly holding 40% of the shares of Tunhe. Xinjiang Delong International Industrial Corporation in May 1997 transferred its holdings in Xinjiang Tunhe. 600,000 shares of Hehe were transferred to the Xinjiang Petroleum Administration Bureau. In March 2000, Delong increased the proportion of Xinjiang Tunhe holdings, owning nearly 28% of the shares of Xinjiang Tunhe.��


    "After Delong entered the Xinjiang-Jiangtun River in 1996, through technological transformation and mergers and acquisitions, Xin-Jiangtunhe quickly developed into the second largest cement enterprise in Xinjiang with an annual production capacity of over 1 million tons. In March 2000, Under the coordination of Delong, Xinjiang Tunhe sold 51% of its physical assets with an annual output of 1 million tons of cement to Tianshan, a listed company, the leader of the Xinjiang cement industry, and registered and established a new "Xinjiang Tunhe Cement". After the integration, Tianshan Co., Ltd. can optimize the allocation of market resources, reduce production and operating costs, improve the technological content of products, and enhance market sales and competitiveness. 60%, Tianshan has thus established its position as the third largest cement company in China and the largest in Northwest China.��


    "Because Xinjiang is one of the few areas in the world that is most suitable for tomato cultivation, the tomato yield is high and the quality is good. After gaining control, under the operation of Delong Group, Xinjiang Tunhe, which has taken off the gray cement shell, has been invested in successively. Hundreds of millions of yuan of funds have been concentrated on the development of a "red industry" centered on the processing of tomato, safflower, carrot, wolfberry and other characteristic fruit and vegetable resources. At present, an annual output of 240,000 tons of tomato paste, 10,000 tons of tomato powder, and 10 tons of tomato powder has been formed. The production capacity of lycopene ranks first in Asia and second in the world, and the products are mainly exported to Europe, America, Russia, South Korea, Japan and Southeast Asia and other countries and regions. And through the acquisition of tomato paste sellers in the United States with more than 20 years of experience in tomato paste business'' Xinrui Company'' and Italian ''Gandover Company Sales Company'' have successfully entered the international market. At present, the market share of Tunhe tomato sauce accounts for 75% of the country and 17% of the world."


    "In addition to tomato sauce, Tunhe Group is also one of the largest apricot jam manufacturers in the world. It has 5 apricot jam processing plants and 200,000 mu of orchards in Kashi, Hetian, Aksu and other places, with an annual output of 100,000 tons of fresh apricot jam. Apricot processing capacity, 18,000 tons of apricot pulp processing capacity per year, Tunhe apricot jam, dried apricots, almonds and canned food are exported to Europe, America, Japan, South Korea, Central and Western Asia, Russia and Arab countries, accounting for 40% of the international apricot pulp market trade volume, ranking first in the world. A well-known supplier of apricot milk products.��


    "Tunhe Group is also the largest sugar beet planting and sugar production enterprise in the country. It has 450,000 mu of sugar beet production areas in Yanqi Basin and Ili area, and 9 sugar factories in the Western Regions and Jin Province. The daily processing capacity of sugar beet is 25,000 tons and the annual output is The production capacity of 470,000 tons of sugar, 183,000 tons of granulated meal, and 42,000 tons of edible alcohol. Sugar production accounts for 80% of Xinjiang''s total output and 36% of national beet sugar production."


    "Tunhe brand tomato products, Tunhe brand apricot jam, Tunhe brand and Sifang brand sugar products, Tunhe brand safflower, jujube, wolfberry, and Yuehuo juice from Tianyi Fruit Industry, a subsidiary of Tunhe, are all A brand with a very high market share in Huaxia Foods!��


    "However, due to the poor management of Delong Group, excessive extraction of Tunhe Group''s profits for financial investment, illegal guarantees, resulting in untimely equipment updates, low efficiency, bloated personnel structure, overstaffing, and rampant corruption, so that Tunhe Group has over 63.4 100 million assets, the main income of 700 million Huaxia coins, but only 120 million net profit, the main business growth rate was 11.58%, a year-on-year decrease of more than 30%; the net profit growth rate was 5.49%, a year-on-year decrease of 15%, and A debt of 3.28 billion Huaxia coins has been generated!"


    After Wang Jue finished speaking, Guo Shouyun flipped through the information in his hand. Turning to look at Wang Pengju.


    "Pharaoh, Tunhe Group''s main food industry, although there are loopholes in the management structure and a high level of debt. But the assets are very high-quality, and it will be merged into your Jianlibao Group in the future."


    "Yes! ... Is Tunhe an independent subsidiary of Jianlibao Group, or is it split up and reorganized?"


    "Reorganization! Now Jianlibao''s business is managed by a beverage affairs department. Tomato paste, apricot jam, sugar, and fruit products in Tunhe are classified as food affairs department, and farms and orchards are classified as agricultural affairs department. Lord, clean up the management structure of Tunhe Group, streamline personnel, strengthen the quality supervision system, adopt a reward and punishment system, and reshape the corporate culture of Tunhe. I will give you one year, and I will see a brand new Jianlibao Group in one year. ."


    "Understood!" Wang Pengju nodded earnestly, "Boss, what about the ''shell'' of Tunhe Shares...?"


    Guo Shouyun understood what he meant. Tunhe shares are listed companies, especially under the existing financial system of Huaxia, this ''shell resource'' is particularly precious.


    "Jianlibao does not need to be listed yet, so let''s keep this shell resource."


    Guo Shouyun didn''t plan to list Jianlibao in the United States. Nowadays, "bankers" are rampant in China. The stock market is completely equivalent to a casino. Hong Kong seems to be the most suitable now, but after winning the loss-making Tunhe, Guo Shouyun does not plan to go public until it is completely integrated.


    Although Wang Pengju was a little disappointed in his decision, he didn''t say much.


    "Boss, I see that Tunhe Group also has polyester business and Sunway Linen Company. Are these also merged into Jianlibao Group?"


    "No! The main business of Jianlibao in the future is beverages, food and related agriculture and animal husbandry. Among all businesses under Tunhe, businesses that do not belong to this category are all sold."


    Having said this, Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart. Originally, Tunhe held a 51% controlling stake in Huiyuan Juice, but in June 2003, it was bought back by Zhu Lixin, the founder of Huiyuan Juice, for 250 million Chinese dollars.


    If Huiyuan''s equity is still in the hands of Tunhe, with this brand in hand, Jianlibao will immediately become the number one in the domestic juice industry.


    After answering, Wang Peng sat down.


    "continue!"


    Wu Xiaojing nodded, this time she replaced Wang Jue.


    "The predecessor of Alloy Co., Ltd. is China''s largest nickel alloy material manufacturer. It was established in Shenyang Alloy Factory in 1956; it was restructured into Alloy Co., Ltd. in 1990; it was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in 1996, and Shenyang Asset Management Co., Ltd. was established in 1997. The company signed an agreement with Xinjiang Delong International Industrial Corporation to transfer its 15 million state-owned alloy shares (accounting for 29.02% of the total share capital) to Xinjiang Delong International Industrial Corporation at a price of RMB 3.11 per share , the nature of the equity is legal person shares. Xinjiang Delong took over Shenyang Alloy and became its largest shareholder.��


    "At that time, the total assets of Alloy Co., Ltd. were 130 million yuan, the net assets were 70 million yuan, and the share capital was more than 50 million yuan. The main product was nickel alloy, with a market share of 80%, the business was relatively stable, and the sales income was more than 40 million yuan~www.novelhall.com ~10,000 yuan in profit. However, the nickel alloy market is too small, and the national total demand is only more than 100 million yuan per year. Alloy shares are destined to be a small company. After Delong took over, he focused on the downstream products of alloy materials�� Power tools. In 1998, Alloy Co., Ltd. invested 90 million yuan to acquire 75% of the equity of Magic City Xingtehao Enterprise Co., Ltd. and entered the power tool production industry.��


    "Then successively acquired or built a number of power tool manufacturing enterprises such as Suzhou Taihu Power Tool Group Company, Suzhou Black Cat Group Company, Magic City Meihao Electric Co., Ltd., and Shaanxi Xingbao Electromechanical Co., Ltd. The shares have become China''s largest manufacturer and exporter of power tools and garden machinery. And it has formed a strategic alliance with the American Maury Company to enter the world market with its sales network."


    "In addition to expanding in the power tools and garden machinery industries, under the operation of Delong, in 1997, Alloy Co., Ltd. and Jingcheng Space Shuttle Entertainment Equipment Co., Ltd. jointly established Jingcheng Taijin Dynamic Movie Complete Equipment Development Co., Ltd., accounting for 80% of the shares. space shuttle."


    "In 2000, Alloy Co., Ltd. invested 200 million Huaxia Coins to acquire Jinling Second Machine Tool Factory and entered the machine tool manufacturing industry. In 2003, it invested 60 million yuan to establish a joint venture with Shancheng Machine Tool Factory, and held 80% of the shares."


    "In June 2003, Delong acquired the R&D department and the 728 passenger aircraft project of "German Fairchild DORNIER", one of the world''s three largest regional aircraft manufacturers."


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    "In July 2003, Alloy Co., Ltd. announced that it would acquire its partner, Maury Corporation, the three largest garden machinery manufacturers in the United States. However, due to the lack of funds in the later period of Delong, the project is currently in a state of stagnation."


    "In addition, under the auspices of Delong, Alloy Co., Ltd. also acquired the flagship ''Minsk'' aircraft carrier of the Soviet Pacific Fleet, and invested 500 million Chinese dollars to establish the first aircraft carrier-based beach on Shatoujiao Beach, Dapeng Bay, Pengcheng City. Theme parks. However, when Delong integrated its tourism resources and established Delong Tourism Group, the project was separated from Alloy Shares.��


    "At present, Alloy Shares has total assets of 8.7 billion Chinese dollars, liabilities of 3.25 billion Chinese dollars, operating income of 2.23 billion Chinese dollars and net profit of 150 million Chinese dollars in 2003. Similar to the Tunhe Group, Alloy Shares also suffer from mismanagement and excessive The profit of Tunhe Group was extracted for financial investment, and the guarantee was violated in violation of regulations, resulting in untimely equipment update, low efficiency, bloated personnel structure, overstaffing, and rampant corruption. Since Delong took over to the present, the main business income of Alloy Co., Ltd. has reached 6 It expanded to 22.15 times over the past year, but the net profit margin dropped from .18% to 6.29% in 2003."


    After signaling Wu Xiaojing to rest, Guo Shouyun said, "Compared with Tunhe Company, the situation of Alloy Shares is a bit more complicated. There are two most critical issues; first, what are the main businesses of Alloy Shares to keep? How should the business be handled?"


    Everyone looked at each other, but no one spoke first.


    "What? Are you embarrassed to say it? Since that''s the case, I''ll order it!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun quickly scanned the crowd, "Wu Feng, can you tell me?"


    "I?"


    Wu Feng was stunned. Although he is very confident in himself, there are so many big guys here. And each one is closer to the big boss than himself. No matter how you look at it, you shouldn''t speak first.


    "Afraid?"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun''s smiling expression and the scrutiny eyes of everyone around him, Wu Feng took a deep breath, calmed all the distracting thoughts in his heart, and said solemnly, "Of course not."


    "Then talk about it!"


    After Wu Feng nodded, "My idea is to keep the nickel alloy business, the power tool business and the garden machinery production business, and then sell the rest of the business. In addition, we should be thrifty in corporate management, eliminate redundant personnel, and increase investment in research and development. Optimize production equipment. Secondly, for machining enterprises, the quality of workers is also very important. We should set up reward and punishment conditions and a training system to improve the technical ability of workers!"


    There is no doubt that he carried some private goods among the questions asked by Guo Shouyun. Its purpose is self-evident, it is nothing more than wanting to show more in front of Guo Shouyun and strive for the opportunity to become the CEO of Alloy Shares.


    In this regard, Guo Shouyun didn''t say much. It is normal for young people to love to behave! It was the same when he was young. Of course, now he just has a youthful appearance, but inside is a middle-aged mentality.


    After waving Wu Feng to sit down, "What do you think?"


    "I think the nickel alloy business, power tool business and garden machinery production business can be retained in the alloy shares. However, the Jingcheng Taihe Gold Company and Jinling Machine Tool Factory should be separated from the alloy shares and operated independently, and only sell the Fairchild Dornier aircraft. Company." Chen Yu said.


    "The reason?" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "From the information provided by Delong and our on-the-spot inspection. Jingcheng Taihe Gold Company has assets of 179 million yuan, net assets of 93 million yuan, main business income of 42 million yuan, and net profit of about 7 million yuan. Jinling Machine Tool Factory, which owns Jinling and Shancheng With two branches, the company has total assets of 478 million Chinese dollars, net assets of 298 million Chinese dollars, main business income of 89 million Chinese dollars, and net profit of 14.7 million Chinese dollars. The CNC lathes, CNC milling machines and machining centers produced by them are in the domestic market. With a certain market share, gear hobbing machines, gear shaping machines and gear shaving machines are also popular in the domestic market.��


    "If the liabilities caused by Delong''s illegal occupation of the company''s net profit are excluded, Taihe Jin and Jinling Machine Tool Factory are high-quality assets with stable returns and good development prospects. In addition, Delong''s additional liabilities to the two companies are about 190 million yuan. Huaxiacoin, under the condition of huge debt, we will not get too much income from selling the two companies. Secondly, now Huaxia is reducing credit, restraining the overheating of the economy, the macro environment has caused most companies to shrink, expand mergers and acquisitions The size of the company has been reduced by two-thirds compared to last year, and if we sold at this time, our loss would be even greater.��


    "Therefore, I don''t think the two companies can be sold at this time. Instead, we should choose a suitable professional manager and invest a certain amount of money to allow them to develop independently. The shares should be entrusted to the Oriental Trust until the repayment is completed. With its own debt, it will achieve better performance and the macro environment will improve, and it will not be too late to sell when there is a more suitable price."


    "As for Fairchild Dornier Aircraft Company, I think it should be sold immediately." After a pause, "Although Fairchild Dornier is the world''s top three regional aircraft company, it has invested too much in the 728 aircraft project and had to sell itself to save itself. Delong Group attaches great importance to the development potential of the domestic regional passenger aircraft market, and with the support of the Shaanxi Provincial Government, jointly bid for the Fairchild Dornier 728 aircraft R&D department and this project with Changan Aircraft Company.��


    "However, due to Fairchild Dornier''s 1,500 engineers, there were only less than 200 left at the time of sale, and the R&D strength was seriously insufficient, resulting in a delay in the construction period of the 728 project; the high investment in the Fairchild Dornier 728 project caused the sale of this model. The price is too high, and it is not competitive compared with the same type of aircraft in the international market; and the 728 aircraft has fewer seats, which is not suitable for the Chinese market; in addition, Fairchild Dornier does not have all the intellectual property rights of the 728 aircraft, and it has to supply suppliers. Businesses bought excess property rights to produce, resulting in high costs and other reasons, the Shaanxi Provincial Government and Changan Aircraft Company both withdrew and abandoned the project.��


    Guo Shouyun doesn''t know much about the future prospects of the China Airlines market. But regional airliners are small planes of less than 100 seats specially designed for short trips between cities, which he still understands. It is precisely because he knows him that he has doubts about the future market of regional airliners in China. After all, he has experienced the great development of high-speed rail ten years later.


    Unless it is in a hurry, few people fly in China, especially for short-distance traffic between eastern cities. The most important thing is that the speed of high-speed rail will continue to increase, which will further squeeze the market that originally belonged to aircraft. So he didn''t have much enthusiasm for Fairchild Dornier Aircraft.


    "...In addition, according to experts'' estimates, if we continue the Fairchild Dornier project, we need to continue to invest 400 million US dollars in the project. It is not worth investing such a high amount of money into a project with an uncertain future." Chen Yu finally road.


    "If the Fairchild DORNIER project is abolished, then the 20 million euros invested by Delong will all be wasted." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "A strong man can only struggle to survive if he breaks his wrist. Compared with the subsequent 400 million, the loss of 20 million euros is large, but he has to choose. And now Delong Industrial has suffered a serious loss of assets, and we don''t have so much money to put on this uncertainty. future projects." Chen Yu said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "What about you guys, do you have any other opinions?"


    Brito raised his hand.


    "I think the nickel alloy business should be separated from the alloy shares."


    "Tell me the reason?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "From the information, the market for nickel alloys is not large, but the income is stable, and it can be regarded as a high-quality asset. However, compared with the power tools and garden machinery industries with a broad market, putting nickel alloys with little development prospects into them will take time. Over time, it will cause division within the company, which is not conducive to the long-term development of the company.��


    Do not suffer from widowhood but suffer from inequity. If I eat 10 yuan of rice every day, but your food is getting better and better, everyone belongs to the same company, why are you better than ours? This kind of mentality for a long time will definitely cause problems.


    "Although the market for nickel alloys is not large, we can make copper alloys and special steels and develop horizontally." Wu Feng said.


    "The purpose of enterprise development, especially mergers and acquisitions, should be able to promote the overall progress of the enterprise. If Alloy Shares expands into the material field, although it will make money, it will not have much impact on Alloy''s main business, power tools and garden machinery. A big help will not be able to exert the effect of mergers and acquisitions. In addition, Alloy Shares is currently in debt close to 400 million US dollars, and in the case of insufficient revenue capacity, unless funds are invested from outside, it is impossible to expand at all.�� Brito said calmly.


    Wu Feng frowned and thought for a moment, then glanced at Guo Shouyun and didn''t speak again.


    "Are there any different opinions?" Guo Shouyun said again.


    "I agree with Mr. Brito''s proposal to separate the nickel alloy business from the alloy shares, but I don''t think it is necessary to operate independently. There is not much room for the development of the nickel alloy business. Even if we operate independently, unless we invest money to expand the product line, its future There won''t be much change. In this case, we should sell it directly, and we can''t waste time with an asset that cannot appreciate in value. Moreover, the Oriental Group has just been established, and there are many things waiting to be done, so we can''t waste too much energy on it. Input and output are completely disproportionate.��


    After Zhang Lei finished speaking, he paused, "Also, since Alloy Shares intends to increase its investment in power tools and garden machinery, the acquisition of Maury Company should be completed. With the help of the other party''s technical strength and channels, Alloy Shares will be strengthened. technological capabilities and international market share.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Who else has an opinion?"


    I asked it again, and after seeing that everyone did not speak again.


    "Based on everyone''s opinions Alloy shares retain the two main businesses of power tools and garden machinery manufacturing, and sell the nickel alloy business. Jinling Machine Tool Factory and Taihe Gold Company operate independently, and the equity is managed by Oriental Trust. Considering When Orient Trust was just established and was still in the integration stage, the management of the two companies was selected by the PE department of Great China Capital, and was formally appointed after discussion and approval by Zhang Lei and Chen Yu.��


    ����Selling the nickel alloy business of the alloy shares; abandoning the 728 passenger aircraft project of the German Fairchild Dornier Aircraft Company and minimizing losses as much as possible; completing the acquisition of Maury Company; another investment of 2 billion Huaxia coins by Yunfan Investment as alloy shares working capital.��


    "...Alloy shares do not need to be delisted for the time being. As for its management, let the Tang brothers be in charge!"


    "Tang Wanli, Tang Wanchuan, Tang Wanping?" Chen Yu asked in surprise.


    "When I acquired Delong, I promised the Tang Brothers that they would leave a way out."


    In fact, if it weren''t for this, Guo Shouyun, who has no interest in power tool and garden machinery manufacturing at all, would also let Alloy Shares operate independently and sell it after its financial recovery.


    Hearing what the big boss said, everyone didn''t say anything. However, his faithful promise made Brito and Wu Feng, two people who had little contact with him, showed surprised expressions on their faces.


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 v2 Chapter 639： Hunan Torch

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    "Wang Jue, continue!"


    After answering, she turned to the information of ''Xiang Torch''.


    "The predecessor of Hunan Torch was a state-owned enterprise founded in 1961��Zhuzhou-Zhuzhou Spark Plug Factory in Hunan Province. It was restructured into a joint stock limited company in 1993 and listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in the same year. It was the first listed company in Hunan Province. In November 1997, Delong International Industrial Corporation acquired 25.71% of the state-owned shares of Hunan Torch held by Zhuzhouzhou State-owned Assets Administration Bureau and became its largest shareholder. While injecting 70 million funds into Hunan Torch and increasing its shareholding, Germany Long also injected the concept of developing "big auto parts" into it. And formulated a three-step strategic plan."


    "The first step: In 1999, it acquired a 75% stake in MAT, the largest brake system importer in the United States and its 9 joint ventures in China, thereby gaining a 15% share of the U.S. auto parts import market. And with the United States DELPHL Company, DURA Company in the United States, DELPHI Company in Korea, Daewoo Company in Korea, EATON Company in the United States, ZF Company in Germany, MAN Company in Germany and other internationally renowned companies have formed strategic alliances.��


    "The second step: In 2001, Shaanxi Fast Gear Co., Ltd. was established as a joint venture with Shaanxi Automobile Gear General Factory, and Hunan Torch held 51%, and thus became a leading enterprise in the domestic automobile gear industry, controlling the key to domestic vehicle manufacturing. Parts company."


    "The third step: Starting from July 2002, Hunan Torch released announcements one after another, investing huge sums of money into the field of automobiles, extending the industry chain of Hunan Torch to the upstream and downstream. In July 2002, Hunan Torch announced that it would invest 36 million yuan and Dongfeng Motor established a joint venture Dongfeng Off-Road Vehicle Company, accounting for 60% of the registered capital. It introduced American Hummer technology to produce ''Tiejia'' off-road vehicles. In September 2002, it established a joint venture with Shaanxi Automobile Group to establish Shaanxi Heavy Vehicle Co., Ltd. In the month of cash contribution of 250 million yuan, accounting for the registered capital, Shancheng Heavy Duty Truck Group and Delong International signed a contract to jointly establish Chongqing Hongyan Automobile Co., Ltd., and Hunan Torch invested 255 million yuan in cash, accounting for 51% of the registered capital of the joint venture company. %, Delong International invested 20 million yuan, accounting for 4%.��


    "In addition, in January 2003, Delong International Holdings acquired two vehicle manufacturing plants under the former Sanjiang Aerospace Brilliance Automobile Co., Ltd. - Sanjiang Renault and Guizhou Aerospace Automobile Manufacturing Co., Ltd. for 379 million Chinese dollars. We have three production lines for welding and final assembly, with an annual output of 150,000 ''Tafik'' light commercial vehicles."


    "By the end of 2003, Hunan Torch had become China''s largest military off-road vehicle production base, China''s largest R&D and production base in China''s gear industry, China''s largest spark plug production base, China''s largest piston pin manufacturer, and China''s second-ranked air-conditioning compressor. China''s largest export manufacturer of automotive brake systems to the United States. The domestic market share of spark plugs, gears and other products has reached 40%; the annual output of EATON gearboxes is 100,000, accounting for 85% of domestic large-tonnage heavy-duty gearboxes The annual output of ZF gearbox is 50,000 units, accounting for 90% of the domestic market share of mid-to-high-end vehicle gearboxes. The annual production and sales of heavy-duty trucks exceeds 30,000 units, with a domestic market share of nearly 50% of heavy-duty trucks over 15 tons. "


    "Up to now, Hunan Torch has 72 subsidiaries at home and abroad, the company''s total assets are 17.9 billion Chinese dollars, the total liabilities are 3.27 billion Chinese dollars, the main business income is 3.76 billion Chinese dollars, and the company has achieved a net profit of 230 million Chinese dollars. The return on assets is 12.7%, which is the company with the best financial performance among the core companies of Delong."


    "This Hunan fire cabinet is an authentic Tang monk meat. More than 20 domestic and foreign companies such as FAW, SAIC, China National Heavy Duty Truck, Yutong Bus, XAC International, Modu Electric, Sany Heavy Industry, JP Morgan, Wanxiang, Weichai, etc. Every company is constantly asking for our opinions on the handling of Xianghuo cabinets." Zhang Lei said with a smile.


    "Needless to say about them, apart from valuing its financially rich photographic resources, another important reason for my acquisition of Delong is the automobile empire, which accounts for one-third of its industrial assets!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    No one knows how big China''s auto market is. That was the No. 1 global sales volume for ten consecutive years. At its peak, it was close to 30 million annual sales, accounting for an astonishing one-third of the global auto market. Moreover, she also accounts for 26% of BMW''s global sales, 27% of Mercedes-Benz''s global sales, 37% of Audi''s global sales, 39% of Volkswagen''s global sales, 50% of Volkswagen''s global sales, and GM''s global sales. 40% of sales. How could Guo Shouyun not covet this supermarket with a scale of trillions of Chinese coins.


    If it hadn''t been for a better acquisition target, he wouldn''t have waited until now.


    "Although Hunan Torch operates well, it still has a lot of non-performing assets. The biggest one is Sanjiang Renault. It has a manufacturing capacity of 150,000 5-door light commercial vehicles. As a result, from 1994 to 2001, only more than 4,000 towers were sold. Fick Motors is now close to bankruptcy."


    "What''s the reason? Has it been investigated?"


    Zhang Lei nodded, "According to our investigation, there are five main reasons. First, the price is high. Now the best-selling Jinbei sea lion in China is priced at around 60,000, while the Tafik of the same model is sold for 150,000. Second, in the case of high prices, Tafiq, like most French cars, has constant minor problems. Once there is a problem, the required parts have to be shipped from France, which takes too long and the repair price is too high. Third, technical barriers. In order to avoid technology theft, 75% of Tafiq''s components are imported from abroad, which not only increases the price of the whole vehicle, but also causes a shortage of suppliers."


    "...Fourth, the first car manufacturers to enter the Chinese market were German cars and Japanese cars. Compared with them, many designs of French cars are not pleasing, such as: non-turning steering wheel decoration, gear position, headlights, etc. The problem is that Chinese people who are accustomed to German cars are not used to it. Fifth, publicity. Compared with the advertising investment of German cars and Japanese cars in the Chinese car market, I rarely see French car advertisements. I am afraid of the fragrance of wine here. In the age of deep alleys, such a marketing strategy is undoubtedly self-defeating."


    "What''s the solution?" Guo Shouyun nodded and continued.


    "Buy another 45% of the shares from the French and get the right to operate independently. Give up the ''Tafik brand'' and redesign a light commercial vehicle, using all domestic components. Moreover, Hunan Torch is the largest in the country. It can also increase our market and revenue in disguise.��


    "If it wasn''t for Hanhua, I would really like you to be the CEO of Hunan Torch."


    Zhang Lei always sees the problem sharply, and he does not hide his appreciation for the handsome talent he relies most on in China.


    Zhang Lei smiled and said nothing. Although Xiang Torch is good, it is nothing compared to Han Hua. Of course, Guo Shouyun is just talking about it, Zhang Lei''s talent is still in finance.


    "The rectification plan for Hunan Torch is as follows: First, reorganize Hunan Torch into Hongxing Automobile Group, with three directly-administered subsidiaries: Red Star Automobile Company, Hunan Torch and Hongyan Heavy Truck Company. Among them, Hongxing Automobile Company is mainly engaged in light commercial vehicles and sedans. and off-road vehicles; Hunan Torch is mainly engaged in auto parts; Hongyan Heavy Truck is mainly engaged in medium-duty trucks of 8-15 tons, and heavy-duty trucks of more than 20 tons. Second, end the cooperation with Dongfeng and sell the ''Tiejia'' military off-road vehicles to them !"


    Even if the behind-the-scenes holding company of Red Star Automobile Group is Yunfan Investment and registered in Huaxia. But as long as you involve yourself, it is not easy to contact Huaxia''s sensitive industries, especially the military field.


    All the smart people present, coupled with their familiarity with Chinese politics, no one objected to his decision.


    "...Third, the acquisition of British Rover Motors!"


    "With all due respect, Rover Motors is not worth buying!" Brito said, while everyone looked at it, "Although Rover used to be brilliant, it has lost 30% since it was acquired by BMW Group in 1994. It has become BMW''s biggest burden. In 2000, Ford paid 3 billion euros to buy Land Rover off-road vehicles from BMW Group, including Range Rover, Discovery, Liberty, Defender and other brands. So far, Rover Motors The company only has two brands of ''Rover'' and ''MG'', which were brought back to the UK by the Phoenix Group, a British private investment institution, at a symbolic price of 10 euros at the end of 2000. However, as a British car company, Rover still has no It can change its decline, and it is now close to the brink of bankruptcy."


    "Mr. Brito, I didn''t expect you to be so familiar with Rover Motors!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "After my MBA from Stanford University I joined Lehman Investments and participated in the acquisition of Land Rover off-road vehicle series by Ford."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I bought Rover Motors, not because of its sales in Europe. I only intend to make up for the lack of Red Star Motors in the design, manufacture and technology of sedans and off-road vehicles. The products are mainly aimed at the Chinese market. In addition, With the help of Huaxia��s low labor costs, if the Rover cars made by Huaxia are returned to Europe, and with the help of price concessions, maybe Rover can be brought back to life in Europe.��


    "With Mr. Guo''s strength and ability, why not buy American Chrysler?"


    "Chrysler is too big, and I can''t come up with that kind of capital. And as the third-largest auto company in the U.S., acquisitions take a long time. It doesn''t match my strategic plan for Red Star Motor Group. Instead, Rover Motors is more suitable."


    The first car Guo Shouyun bought was the MG GS. Although this car has problems such as loud noise at high speed, too hard shock absorption, and obvious frustration when accelerating, people always remember the first time, and the same is true of the car. The most important thing is that although the Huaxia auto market is developing rapidly now, he is not ready to spread the stall too much. Although Rover is 108,000 miles worse than Chrysler, it is suitable for the current Red Star Motor Company.


    "If we buy Rover, where will we build the processing plant?" Zhang Lei asked.


    "This is not in a hurry, let''s do some investigation." Guo Shouyun said, "As for the candidate for CEO, I don''t have a suitable candidate yet, and I will inform you after I inspect it."


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    Chapter 640 Zhongyan Holdings


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    When Guo Shouyun had arranged things about Xiang Torch properly, Wu Xiaojing had already replaced Wang Jue and continued to introduce without him telling him.


    "Jingcheng Zhongyan, formerly known as the Jingcheng Pinggu Yanshan Down Products Factory, was a township enterprise founded by the father of Xiao Jun, the chairman of the company. The three joint ventures of the club became a dazzling Sino-foreign joint venture in Beijing at that time, and was successively rated as an advanced enterprise and a star enterprise in Beijing. In 1990, this enterprise was promoted to a national second-class enterprise, and the institute was included in the national large and medium-sized enterprise, and was rated as a national large and medium-sized enterprise. A star enterprise.��


    "Jingcheng assigned the listing indicators to Zhongyan in 1995, and started the restructuring and packaging work before listing. The assets of the original township enterprises became state-owned legal person shares overnight, and they were included in the Jingcheng Zhongyan Industrial Group Company established for listing. , and several other affiliated companies, Jingcheng Hongsida, Zhongtu Animal Feather and Down Products Import and Export Company, Jingcheng Agricultural and Industrial Development and Trading Company, and Jingcheng International Economic Cooperation Company have also evaluated their assets and invested in shares in different ways.��


    "In 1996, Jingcheng Zhongyan went public at the same time as the acquisition of Southern Securities. It issued 33.6 million public shares, and actually raised more than 100 million yuan after deducting the issuance costs. The more than 100 million yuan only stayed on the account of Jingcheng Zhongyan. Within a few months, several major shareholders proposed their own investment projects, and divided the raised funds proportionally in different ways. It did not bring any substantial help to Beijing Zhongyan.��


    "In 1999, when Jingcheng Zhongyan was listed for three years, the company was in trouble. The production of down jackets, duvets and other products was backlogged, and the company''s management was unable to do anything about it. Facing the pressure of hundreds of layoffs and information disclosure by listed companies , Ping-gu county government has held several meetings to compare and analyze different rescue plans. The government does not want to lose control, and is afraid that when new shareholders enter, it will disclose unfavorable information to the outside world, which will affect the reputation of the government. The question of the whereabouts of funds. In order to make a smooth transition, Pinggu County gave up the idea of ??introducing foreign capital, chose the original shareholder ''Jingcheng International Economic Cooperation Company'' for restructuring, and agreed to transfer 38 million state-owned legal person shares from the largest shareholder, Tokyo Chengzhongyan Industrial Group. To the capital and the country."


    "In August 1999, Jingcheng International Economic Cooperation Company acquired 38 million state-owned legal person shares of Zhongyan Group, and then became the largest shareholder of "Jingcheng Zhongyan". However, the merger of Jingcheng and Guo did not intend to seriously operate Jingcheng Zhongyan. I was just optimistic about this shell resource and planned to make some money and left. However, it triggered a dispute with the second shareholder of Beijing Zhongyan, ''Zhongyan Group''. The Zhongyan Group, which is a local snake, has obtained substantial control over the capital Zhongyan."


    "But after that, Beijing Zhongyan, under the management of Fang Zeping, the general manager of Zhongyan Group, ushered in even heavier losses. He successively registered Dames Investment Company, Sifangyi Investment Company, and Sanlei Investment Company in Beijing. , and quickly guaranteed bank loans in the name of "Jingcheng Zhongyan", and also discounted and misappropriated bank acceptance bills, involving an amount of up to 150 million yuan. And added 115 million to Jingcheng Zhongyan''s debt."


    "During this period, Jingcheng Guohe, which was vying for the control of Jingcheng Zhongyan, has sold all its shares to China Economic International Leasing Group, and China Economic International acquired 42% of Jingcheng Zhongyan''s shares through the acquisition of the original shareholders'' shares. Equity is the largest shareholder. However, because of Fang Zeping��s report, the boss of China Economic International was detained for financial fraud, and China Economic International immediately closed down.��


    "At this time, the main business of Beijing Zhongyan has completely come to a standstill, and it relies on renting out the factory to survive. Moreover, there is still a book loss of 115 million Huaxia coins, of which the major shareholder accounts for 77.43 million Huaxia coins."


    "In July 2001, Delong became a shareholder, but due to the constraints of the ''second shareholder'' Zhongyan Group, Delong''s transformation of the capital Zhongyan could not be carried out. Until 2003, Fang Zeping, the general manager of Zhongyan Group, was arrested by the court for financial fraud, illegal After being sentenced to life imprisonment for embezzlement of state-owned assets and other charges, Delong finally obtained the actual control of Beijing Zhongyan. Entering the capital, Zhongyan."


    "Originally, according to Delong''s rectification plan for Jingcheng Zhongyan, the linen production and sales business of Tianyi Industrial, a subsidiary of Tunhe, and the Tunhe Polyester Company will be merged into Jingcheng Zhongyan, and a company will be built to produce cotton and linen, polyester, The synthetic fiber-based material company gradually expanded to downstream fields such as garment manufacturing, and became a comprehensive enterprise group spanning raw material production, processing and manufacturing. However, due to the shortage of funds in the later period, the transformation of Beijing Zhongyan was stagnant. Even in order to raise funds, Delong has been negotiating with Zhejiang Baoqun Company, but the contract between the two parties has not been signed, and Delong''s crisis has completely erupted, and it has been acquired by us until now."


    "I didn''t expect Zhongyan in the capital to have such a tortuous past. It can be compiled into a shopping mall novel." Zeng Liqing laughed.


    "Actually, I''m very interested in that guy named Fang Zeping. It''s really not easy to be able to play with six or seven companies, including Delong." Zhang Lei laughed.


    "If he''s in America, he must be a successful businessman!" Brito couldn''t help but say.


    The laws of the United States have always been that "the rich cannot be punished". As long as you have the money, you can hire the best lawyer, fight the lawsuit for a few years, and eventually get bail even if you lose. As long as it''s not out of anger and resentment, it''s rare to actually enter the bars.


    "Boss, the situation of Jingcheng Zhongyan is not complicated. The assets are also simple. If we plan to run our own business, we will continue Delong''s plan and transfer the cotton, linen and polyester business of Tunhe Group to Jingcheng Zhongyan. , sell it to Baoqun Company!" Chen Yu said.


    "Although the Tang brothers have average financial skills, they still have a few brushes in business operation and strategy." After a pause, "Just follow Delong''s previous plan!"


    Selling the business directly to recover losses is the last resort. This is like holding a stock that has already lost money. If you close the position at this time, the temporary loss will become a permanent loss, but if you put it in your hand and wait for the market to improve, you may not only be able to make up for the loss. Still make some money.


    "...As for the CEO''s man?"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes quickly swept across the crowd, and then stopped on Wu Feng''s body.


    "Wu Feng, if you were asked to be the CEO of Beijing Zhongyan, what would you do?"


    Hearing this sentence, Wu Feng''s heart jumped instantly. He has seen the information of Tunhe Group and Zhongyan. If the cotton, linen and polyester businesses of Tunhe can be integrated into Zhongyan, then even if nothing changes, Zhongyan''s assets will be close to 300 million. Huaxia Coin! Although Zhongyan still has a book loss of 115 million Huaxia coins, he believes that his ability will definitely bring the capital Zhongyan back to life in the future.


    And the temptation to become the CEO of a listed company is too great.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s deep eyes, Wu Feng quickly organized the language in his heart.


    "First, abolish the already nominal down product business and lease out the factory in Pinggu. Second, move the company headquarters from Beijing to Xinjiang, where Tianyi Industrial, Tunhe Polyester, and Sanwei Cotton Spinning are all factories and production sites. Here, it is convenient to move the headquarters to Xinjiang to manage its assets. Third, rectify the management system of Beijing Zhongyan, streamline personnel, cut off a series of unnecessary expenses, strengthen employee vocational training, and build performance-based career promotion Fourth, with the advantage of Xinjiang��s superior natural environment, we will continue to strengthen the company��s market share and market position in the fiber material industry.��


    "Not bad!" Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, "Why not just sell the factory in Pinggu, so that you can get a lot of operating funds."


    "I have seen the information of Beijing Zhongyan. Their factory in the center of Pinggu District covers an area of ??238 acres, and it has increased by 4.8 times since it was listed in 1996! Delong Real Estate Company, a subsidiary of Delong International, plans to build residences here. However, due to lack of funds, it was stagnant for a time. Therefore, I plan to rent this land temporarily, and wait until the domestic real estate industry recovers and then choose an opportunity to develop real estate, which will definitely be more profitable than simply selling the land. More."


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun was a little surprised.


    "I didn''t expect you to have such a long-term vision, not bad!" After applauding, "When you plan to develop real estate, you can go to Tang Wenfang from Global Real Estate!"


    "Yes!"


    "Mr. Chen, Beijing Zhongyan has changed its name to Zhongyan Holdings, and is supervised by the Orient Trust Asset Management Department."


    Guo Shouyun also has little interest in the fiber material industry. When Chen Yu agreed, Wu Feng was both happy and disappointed. I am happy that I have the opportunity to become the CEO of a listed company, and I have taken a big step in my career. The disappointment is that Zhongyan Holdings is supervised by Oriental Trust, which means that it will not become a core company under Guo Shouyun. In the future, there is a risk of being sold!


    "I will definitely prove it to you that the future of Zhongyan Holdings will be no worse than that of Jianlibao and Hongxing Automobile Group!" Wu Feng vowed secretly in his heart.


    Guo Shouyun noticed the strange expression on his face, but he didn''t care. In this acquisition of Delong Group, he took a fancy to two of the assets. One is Delong''s relatively rich financial licenses, and the other is Hunan Torch, which has already laid a solid foundation in the auto industry. As for the rest of the company, it''s better to turn a profit in the end, and it doesn''t hurt if it doesn''t. Except this time, he will rarely ask questions in the future.


    "continue!"


    After hearing the order, Wang Jue stood up.


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 v2 Chapter 641： Shancheng Industry

    Chapter 641 Shancheng Industry


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    "Shancheng Industry was formed by the merger of Shancheng International Passenger Transport Company and Shancheng Yutong Highway Construction and Development Co., Ltd., and was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in 1997."


    "The company''s highest-quality asset is the 55% property right of the section from Xiquan to Tongliang, Shancheng, National Highway 319. This is the section of the road from Modu to Rongcheng that must pass through Shancheng. The total investment is 94.1 million yuan. Tolls were implemented in August 1997, and the annual return on investment is The rate was 18.4%, and in 1998, the toll for this section was 7.65 million yuan.��


    "On March 11, Jingcheng Zhongjing Stone Information Technology Development Co., Ltd. signed an equity transfer agreement with China Shancheng International Economic and Technological Cooperation Co., Ltd. to acquire 11 million state-owned legal person shares of Shancheng Industrial, accounting for 18.33% of the total share capital of Shancheng Industrial, and the transfer amount 39.6 million yuan in Huaxia coins, becoming the largest shareholder of Chongqing Industrial."


    "Since then, Shancheng Industrial''s second and third largest shareholders, Shancheng Development and Investment Co., Ltd. and Pengcheng Huajianxin Investment and Development Co., Ltd., transferred their respective 6 million shares, or about 10% of the equity, to Moduwan. Puhe Shancheng Huangfeng Company, Zhongjing Stone, Magic City Banpu, Shancheng Huangfeng and other companies are all affiliated companies of Delong. As of this month, Delong has actually mastered the controlling rights of Shancheng Industrial through these affiliated companies, while Shancheng has The industry has also become a subsidiary of Delong, the fifth listed company after Tunhe Group, Alloy, Hunan Torch and Jingcheng Zhongyan."


    "For Shancheng Industry, Delong did not give a specific integration plan, but in the later stage, in order to raise more funds, he acquired some medium-sized companies with good revenue levels. These include Shancheng Jinlong Electric Power Company, Southern Water Company, Yishi Special Technology Co., Ltd., Jingcheng Ruiskangda Technology Co., Ltd. Through a series of mergers and acquisitions, the assets of Chongqing Industrial increased to 274 million Huaxia coins now, but Delong took advantage of fraudulent allotment, illegal guarantees, inflated profits and other methods, with the help of Nearly 30 affiliated companies have taken away a huge amount of 1.1 billion Chinese currency from Chongqing Industrial, of which only 511 million Chinese currency is illegally guaranteed. ... Because of the excessive debt, Chongqing Industrial has completely lost money."


    "This mountain city industry has been completely escaped by Delong Group into an empty shell!" Zeng Liqing said.


    "After dismantling Delong''s complex financial structure and cleaning up the debts of all affiliated companies of Shancheng Industrial, Chongqing Industrial''s debt has dropped to the current 937 million Chinese currency. However, compared with the total assets of 274 million Chinese currency, and about 65 million a year, Revenue, it is too difficult to repay all debts with the existing assets of Shancheng Industrial." Chen Yu said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "How is the operation of these companies under Shancheng Industry?"


    "Except for the loss of the holding company of Shancheng Industry, the operations of its holding subsidiaries are very healthy. ... The operation of Yutong Highway has been stable, and the annual revenue has increased to 10.39 million Huaxia dollars; Shancheng International Passenger Transport Company, which owns various types of passenger transport. There are 257 vehicles, operating county-level passenger transport, long-distance buses, and car leasing. The annual revenue of assets is 8.32 million Chinese dollars, an increase of 13.4% over 2002. Shancheng Jinlong Electric Power Company, which is mainly engaged in small hydropower, is located in Fuling and Pengshui areas of Shancheng. It has three small hydropower stations with a total installed capacity of 4,500 kilowatts; the company''s total assets have an annual operating income of 7.2 million and a net profit of 1.5 million Chinese dollars in the same year!"


    "...Southern Water Company, which is mainly engaged in sewage treatment projects, currently has 7 sewage treatment plants in Guangdong, Gui Province, Modu and Fujian Provinces, with a daily sewage treatment capacity of 1.2 million tons, and has a Class-A qualification for environmental pollution control facilities."


    ����Jingcheng Resconda Technology Co., Ltd. focuses on the field of optical fiber broadband access, and is committed to the integration of optical fiber technology, Ethernet technology and broadband access technology. In 2003, the three-tier carrier-grade optical fiber access switch project was approved by National Science and Technology The Ministry was listed as the ''2003 National Torch Program Project''; in July of the same year, it was rated as one of the top ten companies in the country''s best communication companies. This year, it plans to set up a branch in Pengcheng. It is the company with the most development potential under Chongqing Industrial. In 2003 The revenue was 24.3 million Chinese currency and the net profit was 5.38 million Chinese currency."


    "Jingcheng Resconda Technology Co., Ltd.!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "The development is not bad. Who is his founder?"


    "Gao Lei, ''PhD in Information and Engineering'' and ''Master of Electronic Engineering'' in Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, once participated in the research work of two national laboratories of Beijing Post''s ''Network and Switching Technology'' and ''Information Photonics and Optical Communication''. He owns 19 technical research and development patents in the field of communication engineering, and is an elite among the younger generation in the field of communication in China! The most important thing is that in addition to technical ability, this person also has some talents in enterprise management. After its establishment in 1999, it has developed rapidly. In just four years, it has grown to an annual revenue of about 25 million Huaxia Coins. It can be called a young man! Of course, it cannot be compared with the boss." Chen Yu said.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly. Although he is only 24 years old now, because of his achievements, few people will really treat him as a younger generation.


    "This Gao Lei is indeed a talent. Tang Wanxin''s vision for acquiring companies is really good. If he hadn''t gone to Myanmar, it would be good for him to be the head of the leveraged buyout or venture capital department of Oriental Trust."


    "Boss, Tang Wanxin has returned?"


    Wang Jue reminded in a low voice.


    "You''re back? When did it happen?" Guo Shouyun asked after being stunned for a while.


    "News this morning!"


    Zhang Lei said on the side.


    "This morning?" Guo Shouyun was taken aback. This morning, he and Ji Zheng were absurd in bed, and got up a little late. Remembering today''s discussion, he didn''t read the news and newspapers.


    "Did he come back by himself or was he captured?"


    "The news said that he came back and surrendered himself!" Zhang Lei continued.


    Guo Shouyun looked at Wu Feng, who shook his head.


    "Uncle didn''t tell me about this."


    "Forget it, leave it alone." Guo Shouyun waved his hand after thinking about it. The Tang family''s affairs will be dealt with in the future, but now the most important thing is to determine the future of Delong Industrial''s assets first. Otherwise, it will continue to drag on for a long time, and it will be you who will suffer the loss after all!


    "How about the last ''East Technology Co., Ltd.''?"


    Chen Yu continued: "East Technology is an electronic enterprise registered in Yangzhou in 2001. It mainly produces batteries, circuit boards, and hardware appliances. The company''s existing assets are 57 million Chinese dollars, and its revenue in 2003 is 7.35 million Chinese dollars. , the net profit is 1.27 million Huaxia Coins.��


    "What about Shancheng Industry''s rectification plan?" Guo Shouyun asked after nodding his head.


    "At present, we have prepared three sets of plans." Zhang Lei said, "First, keep the Yutong Highway as the main business. Today, the sales volume of Huaxia Automobile is increasing, and correspondingly, the demand for high-quality highways is also increasing. In addition, in order to promote economic development, Huaxia is investing more and more in highways, especially high-quality highways, and there are many preferential policies for private capital to enter the high-speed industry. The investment in highways is a blue ocean, and it is worth doing Main business to develop.��


    "...Shancheng International Passenger Transport Company, divested the inter-county transportation business, retained the long-distance passenger transportation business, and merged into Delong Tourism Group. Independently operated Jinlong Hydropower Company, Nanfang Water Affairs and Jingcheng Resconda Technology Co., Ltd., and sold East Technology Company. The reason for selling the latter is that although it is profitable, it is more due to the rapid development of China''s economic environment, and its own products are not very competitive unless we are willing to invest huge amounts of money in research and development, but It takes a lot of time, and it''s not worth it when we''re not ready to make a difference in the electronics industry."


    "The second plan is to sell Yutong Highway, merge Shancheng Industry and Nanfang Water, and focus on water treatment. Huaxia itself is a water-scarce country, and the rapid economic development has spawned a huge increase in water resources. It is precisely because of this that the Central Government of China formulated the South-to-North Water Diversion Project. However, such a large-scale project has a long cycle and the other cannot meet all the demands for water resources in the entire north. Therefore, the demand for sewage treatment will With the development of social economy, it has been gradually enlarged. Moreover, Huaxia has also liberalized municipal water affairs, and private companies can also enter this field in the future. In short, Huaxia''s water treatment industry has a bright future and a bright future."


    "The third plan is to merge Shancheng Industry with Jingcheng Ruiskangda Technology Co., Ltd. UUkanshu The latter has laid a good foundation in the field of communication equipment and has extremely high growth potential. In addition, with the With the continuous development of the Internet and the growth of the number of netizens, the market demand for communication equipment will also increase. However, communication equipment is a high-tech industry. If we want to make a difference in this industry in the future, we must invest a lot of money. R&D funds and operate as a core enterprise.��


    Guo Shouyun thought about it, "Although highway investment is good, the initial investment is large, the construction period is long, and the capital recovery period is longer, which is not suitable for Shancheng Industry, which is burdened with huge debts. Although communication equipment is a blue ocean, it requires investment. There is a huge investment in research and development, and I have no plans to enter the industry at present.��


    Excluding the first set and the third set of plans, it can only be the second set.


    "Let Shancheng Industry merge with Nanfang Water, change its name to Huitong Water Company, which is mainly engaged in sewage treatment business, and replace the listing status of Shancheng Industry. In addition, I will introduce the overlord of the international sewage treatment industry ''Veolia'' to cooperate with it. With Veolia''s technology and experience, Huitong Water will develop faster."


    "Although Huitong Water is good, it is far worse than the international water industry giant Veolia. How can they be allowed to cooperate with Huitong?" Wu Feng frowned.


    "The boss is a shareholder of Veolia!" Zhang Lei reminded with a smile. He is the one who has followed Guo Shouyun for the longest time among the crowd, so he naturally knows the relationship between Veolia and the big boss.


    Wu Feng was stunned, looking at Guo Shouyun with awe in his eyes.


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 v2 Chapter 642： Tianshan shares

    Chapter 642 Tianshan Shares


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    The Guo family trust holds the management rights of 32% of Veolia Water, and is the second largest shareholder after France''s Vivendi Group. As long as Guo Shouyun comes forward, Veolia will naturally not refuse such a small thing.


    Looking at the slightly changed expressions of everyone, Guo Shouyun didn''t say anything more. He was used to this look and expression.


    "Shancheng International Passenger Transport Company was merged into Delong Tourism Group. The Yutong Highway was sold, and the proceeds were used to reinvest in Huitong Water."


    Although Shancheng Industry owes a huge sum of nearly 1 billion Huaxia coins, and Guo Shouyun has enough funds to smooth the losses, it is impossible for any business operator to directly invest money to balance the finances. The most common method is to put excess funds into production and use the increased pre-tax profits to repay the loan.


    The advantage of this is that the huge corporate income tax that should have been paid is now used to repay the loan. Moreover, the scale and efficiency of the enterprise have also reached a new level.


    "The Golden Dragon Hydropower Company is sold!"


    "Boss, there is a general shortage of electricity in China, especially in the southwest region. The installed capacity of Jinlong Hydropower is medium, and the profit is not bad. Wouldn''t it be a pity to sell it?" Chen Yu said.


    "Huaxia''s economy is developing rapidly now, and the demand for electricity is also growing. Electricity belongs to the seller''s market. The benefits of a small power generation company like Jinlong Hydropower are not bad. But the market cannot continue to grow, it has a peak. , we should also see that the price of small hydropower is too low, the price of electricity per kilowatt hour is less than 30 cents, which is much lower than the 0.5 yuan of thermal power, 0.61 yuan of wind power, and 1.13 yuan of solar power. At such a low profit In the event of a market crisis, it is difficult for small hydropower to persist. In addition, the policies and regulations of small hydropower in various places are not perfect, and the transmission, distribution and other facilities are also in the hands of others, which is too restrictive and not suitable for large-scale investment. "


    Unless it is a large-scale power plant with an installed capacity of gigawatts like the Pacific Energy Group and has sufficient anti-risk capabilities, Guo Shouyun is not interested.


    Seeing that the rest had no comments, Guo Shouyun continued: "Sell ''East Technology Co., Ltd.'' and Jingcheng Ruiskangda Technology Co., Ltd. will operate independently and be supervised by Oriental Trust. All the debts of Shancheng Industrial, as well as its subsidiaries The operations of each company are handled by Chen Yu and Oriental Trust."


    "Yes!"


    Chen Yu nodded with a serious expression.


    "Wu Xiaojing, continue!"


    After nodding, she took out the information of Tianshan shares.


    "Tianshan Co., Ltd., formerly known as Xinjiang Tianshan Cement Co., Ltd., is the largest cement manufacturer in Xinjiang. It has a cement production capacity of nearly 2 million tons."


    "At the same time, after Delong entered into Xinjiang Tunhe in 1996, through technological transformation and mergers and acquisitions, Xinjiang Tunhe quickly developed into the second largest cement enterprise in Xinjiang with an annual production capacity of over 1 million tons. In March 2000, Tianshan Co., Ltd. and Xinjiang Tunhe reached a cooperation agreement, and the two parties jointly established a "Xinjiang Tunhe Cement Co., Ltd." with a registered capital of 350 million yuan. Tianshan Co., Ltd. purchased it with the funds raised in 2000. 51% stake, Xinjiang Tunhe will invest 49% stake in the new company with physical assets for production equipment with an annual output of 1 million tons of cement.


    "The establishment of Xin~Jiangtunhe Cement has made Tianshan and Xin~jiangtunhe no longer life-and-death competitors, but become partners in joint development of the market. Tianshan has obtained ready-made production capacity, ready-made market, and possessed The absolute controlling rights of the new company and the interests of shareholders have been guaranteed, and it has become the third largest cement production enterprise in the whole country and the largest cement production enterprise in Northwest China, accounting for 60% of the cement production in Xinjiang. to agriculture."


    "In January 2001, Xinjiang Tianshan Building Materials Group, the major shareholder of Tianshan Shares, transferred the legal person shares held by Wanzhou to Xinjiang Tunhe, accounting for 32.18% of the total share capital. This made Tianshan Shares the controlling shareholder of Xinjiang Tunhe. At the same time, Tianshan Co., Ltd. acquired 44% equity of Xinjiang Tunhe Cement Company held by Xinjiang Tunhe, and merged it into Tianshan Co., Ltd. At the same time, Tunhe Group also acquired 30% of Tianshan Building Materials Group. The shares were assigned to the assets of ''Tianshan Shares''. Tianshan Shares became the sixth listed company of Delong, in addition to Tunhe Group, Alloy Shares, Xianghuo Cabinet, Jingcheng Zhongyan, and Shancheng Industry. to synthesize ''Delong''s new three strands''."


    "Now, Tianshan has a cement production capacity of 5 million tons, its main business income is 1.57 billion Chinese dollars, and its net profit is 138 million Chinese dollars; its total assets are 4.14 billion Chinese dollars, and its total liabilities are 2.77 billion Chinese dollars. It has the second largest market share in the country. in Conch Cement and Huaxia Building Materials.��


    The situation of Tianshan shares is not bad, at least not like Shancheng Industrial was almost hollowed out by Delong.


    However, Guo Shouyun thought more than everyone cared about the operation of Tianshan. Now Tianshan has a production capacity of 5 million tons, second only to Luohe and Huaxia Building Materials. It is the third largest cement manufacturer in the country, but why has he never seen the name of Tianshan in the top ten cement companies of later generations? Obviously, although the Tang brothers have little talent in financial investment, they still have some ability in integrating enterprises and operating companies.


    "It''s easy to say that the industrial system of Tianshan is not as complicated as other companies. In addition, the 30% of Tianshan Building Materials Group shares held by Tianshan are sold, and the proceeds will continue to strengthen Tianshan''s share in the national cement industry." Guo Shouyun said .


    In the next ten years, China''s infrastructure and real estate industries have developed greatly. As a basic material, the demand for cement is booming. Suitable for long-term holding. In addition, as the top three in the industry, it cannot be taken lightly. In addition, Tianshan''s stable returns, Delong''s ability to support for such a long time, Tianshan''s stable revenue is a major contributor.


    After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun continued: "Old Zhang, Tianshan shares are temporarily placed under the banner of Hanhua Capital, you usually pay more attention."


    "Yes!"


    There is no doubt that companies under Hanhua will receive different levels of attention from companies under Orient Trust. The latter is optional. The sale of the former requires the consent of Guo Shouyun.


    Of course, if it''s just cement, it won''t make him pay attention. He has other plans for Tianshan Cement.


    "Wang Jue, continue!"


    After answering, Wang Jue took over from Wu Xiaojing and continued to introduce.


    "In January 2002, Delong established Delong Animal Husbandry and Dairy Industry Group, invested 400 million Chinese yuan, and began to integrate the Xinjiang-Xinjiang dairy market. And made a five-year plan of ''ideology and development of Delong''s involvement in animal husbandry industry'' ."


    "Delong believes that although Xinjiang is a large animal husbandry region, the overall milk production is scattered, small-scale and technologically advanced.


    The content is low, the production cost is high, and the quality of raw milk varies. Therefore, entering the dairy industry is the key. "


    "In terms of pasture planting, Delong has invested in the construction of high-quality pasture planting bases, of which 30,000 mu of pasture and 48,000 mu of silage corn are planted."


    "In terms of high-yield dairy cow breeding, Delong adopts the model of ''company + government + farmers'' to cultivate and build breeding communities distributed in the three bases of the northern **** of Tianshan Mountains, the Ili River Valley, and the oasis in southern Xinjiang. Establish 2 high-quality breeding bases and 5 dairy cattle breeding demonstration areas, each of which has 5 plots and 500 cattle in the plots, with an annual growth rate of 30%-35%. By 2008, 11 high-yield dairy farms will be established. Dairy cattle breeding demonstration center, cultivating 600 breeding communities."


    "In terms of variety improvement, Delong selected Yi-li as the embryo transfer experimental base in 2001, and transplanted 500 bovine embryos within the year. As a pilot for the industrialization improvement of high-quality varieties, it can produce 10,000 embryos of excellent varieties and 500,000 frozen **** each year. agent."


    "In terms of production and processing, Delong has built a new dairy factory in Chang-Jimanas County with an annual processing capacity of 220,000 tons of fresh milk. Together with the State-owned Assets Company of the Corps, the 12th Agricultural Division of the Corps, Xinjiang Tianrong Investment Company, and Shihezi Development Zone Bingdi Tianyuan Dairy Co., Ltd. was established, and Delong Animal Husbandry and Dairy Co., Ltd. accounted for 50% of the shares. At the same time, three new dairy processing plants were invested in Manas, Shihezi and Yining. The Manas Dairy Factory was put into operation in May 2003. Processing 200 tons of fresh milk. And plans to build or integrate or reorganize 8 dairy processing enterprises in 2008, with an annual processing capacity of 1 million tons of fresh milk.��


    "At present, Delong Animal Husbandry and Dairy Group has 17,000 mu of forage grass, 23,000 mu of green corn, and 47 breeding plots in Xinjiang ~ www.novelhall.com ~ 23,500 cows. Fresh milk processing plant 5 home, with an annual processing capacity of 293,000 tons.��


    "Pengju, what do you think of Delong''s investment plan for the dairy industry?" Guo Shouyun asked after Wang Jue stopped.


    "The production and processing links are very detailed, but the market positioning, sales crowd, sales channels and brand building of the product are almost completely absent." Wang Pengju briefly thought about it.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. It''s not that Delong and Tang Wanxin are unaware of their shortcomings in this regard. They just plan to make up for the deficiencies in products and channels through acquisitions after the production and processing links are completed. This is also their most common method. Hunan Torch, Tunhe Group, Alloy Co., Ltd. and other companies are all like this. However, in 2003, the huge deficit in the financial industry made the original acquisition plan aborted due to financial reasons.


    In the original time and space, COFCO Group, which inherited Delong''s assets in the fields of food, agriculture and animal husbandry, established the brand "Tenghuan" on the basis of Delong Dairy, but it was difficult to open the market. Later, this part of the assets was merged with Mengniu, and got a 28.09% stake in the latter.


    "Product construction and sales channels happen to be Jianlibao''s strengths, so I''ll leave it to you for Delong Animal Husbandry and Dairy Group."


    Wang Peng, who had expected this for a long time, nodded.


    "Also, don''t integrate it into the beverage business unit, but become independent and become the fourth independent business unit under Jianlibao - the dairy business unit."


    "clear!"


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 v2 Chapter 643： Kunlun Jue

    Chapter 643 Kunlun Decision


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    "In May 2002, Denong Agricultural Materials Supermarket Co., Ltd. was registered and established in the State Administration for Industry and Commerce with a registered capital of 50 million yuan. Agricultural supermarket chains and chain convenience stores are retail formats, and are committed to building a large, modern and efficient agricultural distribution network in rural China. Strategic investment and management company. Business scope: fertilizers, feed, seeds, pesticides, Agricultural film, agricultural machinery and other six categories of commodities.��


    "...In August 2002, Delong Agricultural Supermarket established a branch in Lu Province in Quancheng, and took Shouguang, the hometown of vegetables, as the starting point to establish the first batch of 50 agricultural supermarkets. By the end of 2003, Delong had a total of 580 agricultural supermarkets. An agricultural supermarket has been built in Qilu Province, covering 11 cities and 60 counties."


    "Monthly, Delong Tourism Group was established, formerly affiliated to Alloy Corporation''s ''Minsk Aircraft Carrier Theme Park'', and the former Delong International''s Great Western Tourism Company, plus two Xinjiang-Xinjiang Kanas Lake and Xinjiang-Xinjiang Grape Valley All of these projects are included in the Delong Tourism Group. In August 2003, it negotiated cooperation with Jinggang Mountain, Longhu Mountain in Jiangxi Province, and Huangguoshu Scenic Spot in Guangxi Province, intending to cooperate in the development of tourism resources in the scenic spot. stagnant."


    "Sanwei Mining Co., Ltd. was established in 1998. It mainly has three subsidiaries, which are responsible for the development of Lop Nur potassium sulfate, Turpan potassium nitrate and Bazhou vermiculite. Among them, Lop Nor potash industrial reserves are 200 million tons, accounting for the national industrial reserves. And it has better quality and higher economic value than ''Qaidam Basin'', the largest potash production area in China. Therefore, Lop Nor Potash Technology Development Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Sunway Mining Co., Ltd., is the largest among the three subsidiaries. , the one with the most investment.��


    "...According to Delong''s development plan, the Lop Nur potash project will be constructed in two phases. The first phase of the project is divided into two steps: the first step is to strive for an annual production capacity of 200,000 tons of potassium sulfate in 2004; the second step , adding 1 million tons of production capacity in 2006, making the first phase of the project form a potash fertilizer production capacity of 1.2 million tons per year. Depending on the resource situation, the second phase of the project in 2010 will add another 1 million tons of production capacity, and the company''s overall annual output of potash fertilizer will reach 2.2 million tons or more.��


    "��Due to insufficient capital investment of Delong, the RSP-2 potash project linkage test was started in 2002, and the overall cycle test of processing, salt fields and internal processes was completed. On July 25, 2003, the potash project was officially commissioned and produced. The potash project was officially put into operation on August 26, 2004, and only 16,000 tons of production scale was completed by the end of the year. In 2004, the output was only 38,000 tons, which only completed 19% of the development plan. In the past five years, Delong has successively invested in the Lop Nur potash project. With a capital of about 120 million yuan, the company has carried out preliminary exploration, environmental impact assessment, project approval, industrial pilot test, pilot test and commissioning. The company has overcome the unresolved technical difficulties and salt field construction caused by water shortage in potash production around the world. It has the core technology and a number of intellectual property inventions.��


    After listening to Wu Xiaojing finish, Guo Shouyun flipped through the information in his hand.


    "I remember that Delong also has a ''Denong Seed Company'', right?"


    "Denong Seed Industry is mainly responsible for the development and sales of flax seeds and cotton seeds." Wu Xiaojing replied.


    "Merge Denong Seed Industry and Denong Agricultural Supermarket and change it to ''Funong Agricultural Group'', focusing on agricultural supermarket and seed development, and the shares are entrusted to Dongfang Trust. Chen Yu, you choose the management, I Just look at the final result."


    "Yes!"


    "About Delong Tourism Group...?" Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, then "changed ''Delong Tourism Group'' to ''Tuniu Tourism Group'', which consists of Tuniu Travel Network, Tuniu Hotel, Tuniu Tourism, Tuniu Park, Tuniu Tourism Group There are five business companies in Niubi. Among them, Tuniu Travel Network takes Ctrip.com as a template to develop online travel services. Tuniu Hotel integrates Tunhe Hotel and Meihuada Hotel under Delong to expand offline hotel business. Niu Tourism, integrates Delong''s Great Western Tourism Company to develop offline travel business. Tuniu Park, integrates Delong''s Minsk Aircraft Carrier Theme Park, Xinjiang-Xinjiang Kanas Lake and Xinjiang-Xinjiang Grape Valley. Responsible for the development and operation of tourism resources. Tuniu Bus, which integrates Shancheng International Bus Company, which originally belonged to Shancheng Industry, mainly provides passenger car and self-driving vehicle services.��


    "The business of Tuniu Tourism Group is divested as a whole, and the shares are managed by Hanhua Trust."


    As soon as Guo Shouyun finished speaking, Zhang Lei and Chen Yu, the two people who knew about his industrial layout in China, were stunned. Being hosted by Hanhua Trust means entering the core layer of Guo Shouyun''s industrial layout, and entering the core layer means the greatest resource tilt.


    At present, in addition to pure investment companies, such as Baidu, Country Garden, Gree Electric, etc.; only 8 companies can get this treatment. Hanhua Holdings, Jianlibao, Global Fund, Global Real Estate, Tencent, NetEase, PayPal, and the newly reformed Red Star Auto; Tuniu Travel is the ninth.


    There should have been an Oriental Group, but financial issues were too sensitive, so it was temporarily placed under Yunfan Investment and Hanhua Holdings.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun did this because he saw the explosion of China''s tourism market in the next ten years. This is an amazing market that can reach 6 billion people in the future, and the annual tourism revenue will exceed 5 trillion Chinese dollars, which is even bigger than the car market.


    But at the beginning, he did not intend to enter the tourism market. But after reading a report on the integration of Delong Travel Group, he changed his mind.


    "The management of the group is personally selected by me and will be announced later."


    "Sanwei Mining Co., Ltd., given the extremely high economic value and huge reserves of Lop Nur potash, we cannot give up Chen Yu, it will be managed by your Oriental Trust in the future, but without my documents, you It can''t be sold."


    "Yes, boss!"


    Chen Yu nodded quickly. There is no doubt that 3D Mining is more important in the heart of Big Boss than Alloy Shares, Southern Water and other companies.


    And the fact is the same, if it is not for the concern that Lop Nur''s potash reserves are too large and the sensitivity is high, he will not hand it over to Chen Yu, but Zhang Lei''s Hanhua Capital will be responsible.


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun looked at Zeng Liqing and said with a smile, "Do you think today''s meeting has nothing to do with the Tencent Entertainment business you manage?"


    "There is a point, but with your personality, you won''t aim for nothing."


    "You know me." After a pause, Guo Shouyun said sternly, "There are two companies under Delong''s banner, ''Guowu Sports'' and ''Jingcheng Xiyangyang Culture''. Originally I planned to sell them all. But in the data Seeing that Delong used them to organize a ''National Wushu Championship'' reminded me."


    Saying that, Guo Shouyun took out a stack of documents and handed it to Zeng Liqing.


    "Kunlun Judgment?"


    The three words on the cover made him subconsciously read them out.


    "The United States has WWE, Japan has sumo, and Europe has boxing and horse racing. In contrast, China lacks this kind of fighting sports program. I plan to use ''Free Fighting'' and ''Mixed Martial Arts'' as projects to do a fighting class. ''s variety show is the ''Kunlun Battle'' you see now."


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 v2 Chapter 644： Beijing No. 1 Ballroom

    Chapter 644: The First Ballroom in the Capital


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    Guo Shouyun was a big fan of Kunlun Jue in his last life, and watched almost every issue. That kind of punch to the flesh is the only thing that can make waves in his stagnant life. It is also the best consolation for his martial arts dream since childhood.


    "Now 32 boxers are selected from the whole country, then 32 go to 16, 16 go to 8, 8 go to 4, and finally the round final. For the top three, the champion will receive a bonus of 1.5 million, the third place will be 1.2 million, the third place will be 1 million, and the fifth to eighth will receive a bonus of 600,000. , the 32 participants in the finals will each receive 300,000 Huaxia Coins!"


    "The boxers who enter the top eight will sign with Guowu Sports, and we will be responsible for hiring the top fighting coaches for training. Wait until next year for the "Chinese-Foreign Contest", that is, China vs. Thailand, China vs. Japan, China vs. Russia, and China vs. the United States. I believe The sense of national honor will make the audience interested in this kind of game."


    "Wait until 2006, there will be a round of trials, and then let the newcomers challenge the old people. In short, there are many rules, you can also discuss by yourself."


    Zeng Liqing''s face is full of excitement. Last year''s "Super Girl" made Tencent earn 200 million from it. So he was very interested in "Kunlun Jue", which was also produced by Guo Shouyun.


    "Do you still cooperate with Mango Taiwan?"


    "Look at Ouyang Changlin''s conditions. If it doesn''t work, Mango is not the only TV station in the country that can be listed as a star!"


    "With the lessons of the last "Super Girl", I''m afraid Ouyang Changlin won''t let go of anything." Zeng Liqing laughed.


    Because it was worried that Tencent''s investment in "Super Girl" would be too high and it would be difficult to recover the cost in the end, it chose the most conservative method, and Tencent contracted Mango TV''s prime time at 8 o''clock on Saturday at the price of 2 million per episode. Although the popularity of Super Girl in the end made Mango Channel several times the ratings, but most of the profits were made by Tencent. Compared with Tencent''s total revenue of nearly 500 million and a net profit of more than 200 million, the rent of Mango Channel of 20 million is pitiful.


    So when the second phase of Super Girl was held in 2004, Ouyang Changlin insisted on revising the contract. He is no longer willing to work for Tencent with 20 million "hard money".


    "Talk to Ouyang Changlin with "Kunlun Battle", the contract can be modified, but we have to take the lead!" Guo Shouyun said.


    Zeng Liqing nodded.


    "Back to the question of Delong. In addition to Delong''s industry, he also holds shares in many companies. For example, Delong has used six shadow companies including Yunnan Honghe Pharmaceutical and Magic Capital Development Co., Ltd. , indirectly holds a 29.73% stake in Kunming Commercial Bank and is its major shareholder."


    "In addition, it also indirectly holds 11.73% of Zhuzhou-Zhou Commercial Bank; 12.74% of Nan-Chang Commercial Bank, which is its third largest shareholder; Chang-Sha Commercial Bank 19%; Shenzhen-Shenzhen Development Bank 1.7%. "


    Looking at these bank shares, except for Shenzhen Development Bank, the others are the top three major shareholders. If it wasn''t because of the financial policy that China does not allow private banks to appear, Guo Shouyun really wanted to take advantage of the foundation laid by Delong to acquire them all and merge them into a big bank. At that time, he also had financial support for his domestic business. Unlike now, the transfer of funds from Hanhua to China has to be approved by the State Administration of Foreign Exchange. There are a lot of procedures, which are time-consuming and labor-intensive.


    "...and Renfu Technology 9.78%, Ning-Xia Hengli 8.43%, Yahua Seed Industry 11.37%, Hongdu Aviation 8.34, Hun Sen Chemical 6.32%, Tuopai Qujiu 15.37%."


    "Chen Yu, these shares are all managed by your Oriental Trust."


    "Yes, boss!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, flipped through the documents on Delong''s asset disposal plan, and stopped after a while.


    In fact, apart from Delong''s financial assets, Xiang Torch, which he had been optimistic about before, and Tuniu Tourism, which he planned to focus on on a whim, he did not want any other companies. But now, if it is sold, Delong''s huge debt can only be repaid by himself, which is really not worthwhile. Integrating with other companies in the industry, under the condition of huge debts, can not get any good conditions. You can only stay in your hands, operate for a period of time, and then try to sell off or merge and merge after the debt is almost repaid.


    "Okay, let''s start today''s meeting here. Who among you still have questions?"


    "This morning''s news, a fight broke out at the JJ disco in the capital, killing one person and injuring three others. The public security department told us to suspend business for rectification." Chen Yu said.


    "Then rectify it!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "However, the gross profit of JJ disco in Beijing is as high as 30 million Chinese dollars a year. If it is closed for rectification, it will affect our normal operations. I am afraid it will be difficult to reach the current level in the future."


    "The gross profit is 30 million Chinese coins, does the disco make so much money?" Guo Shouyun asked curiously after nodding his head.


    "Jingcheng JJ Disco is the first super-large ballroom in Beijing, with an operating area of ??3,000 square meters. It is the No. 1 brand in the Beijing disco industry, with a large audience, and the income from tickets and drinks is very rich."


    "So it is." Guo Shouyun pondered for a while, "If you sell it, how much can it sell for?"


    "Sell it?"


    Chen Yu was stunned. How can such a profitable project sell?


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively. It is now 2004, and with the rise of KTVs, bars and Internet cafes, discotheques, which are doomed to be behind the times, must of course be sold while they are still valuable.


    "Yes! Although the revenue and profit of discotheques are indeed attractive. But it was limited to the 1980s and 1990s when people had less entertainment. Today, KTV, bars and Internet cafes are more suitable for young people. The rise will inevitably affect the revenue and profit of the disco. In addition, we have no plans to enter the entertainment industry, so there is no need to keep it. If it is just for making money, finance is more suitable than it.��


    "Understood!" Chen Yu nodded, and after a brief consideration, "With the scale and revenue of the JJ disco in the capital, it should be able to sell for about 300 million Chinese dollars!"


    "Then sell it, and the proceeds will be used for reinvestment in Zhongyan Holdings, Huitong Water, Funong Agriculture, and Sunway Mining."


    "Yes!"


    "Who has other questions?"


    "The candidate for the CEO of a company that operates independently...?" Zhang Lei said.


    "In addition to Red Star Automobile Group and Tuniu Tourism Group, there are other companies that have not yet determined their final management, including Tianshan Shares. You, Chen Yu and Brito will form a three-person team to be responsible for the screening. After the results are obtained , I sign and approve."


    "clear!"


    Guo Shouyun asked around again, and after no one spoke, he announced the end of the meeting.


    So far, the huge Delong Group has completely disappeared in history. Waiting to rise is the Oriental Group of financial items. Alloy shares of the industrial project, Jinling Machine Tool Factory, Taihe Gold Company, Zhongyan Holdings, Huitong Water, Funong Agriculture Group, Resconda Technology and Sunway Mining, as well as Red Star Automobile Group and Tuniu Tourism Group, a total of eleven companies company.


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    "Ruiqi, call me Auntie...!"


    "He''s less than one year old, you''re wasting your time!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "What do you know? I call it nurturing from a young age. Only when they grow up will they get close to me." Qiu Manyun gave him a white look and said.


    "Didn''t you win the Delong Group? With such a big mess, plus Delong''s tens of billions of losses, why don''t you see that you are in a hurry, instead you are a dad at home every day?"


    Guo Shouyun changed the position of the little guy in his arms, "If I have so many companies under my umbrella, if I have to do everything by myself, then I will be exhausted. As for Delong, I have already arranged the integration strategy. The next step is execution, with Zhang Lei, Chen Yu and their abilities, enough to deal with these problems."


    Qiu Manyun nodded and glanced at Guo Shouyun, "I really didn''t expect you to buy Delong."


    "why?"


    "With more than 35 billion losses and an insolvent industry, with your character of never losing money, how could you be interested in it?" Qiu Manyun said in surprise.


    "There is an old saying in China that suffering is a blessing!"


    "Hey, you have to find a reliable reason to lie to me!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "I''m telling the truth, it''s just that you don''t understand it yourself." After a pause, after organizing the language, "Although I am from China, in terms of nationality, I am an American. As far as China is concerned now, I am an outsider. In this case, if everything is compared with money, every investment requires the maximum profit. After a long time, it will be annoying. If I am willing to take some losses, I will impress others, especially the Chinese government, and gain benefits from other places. For example, this time Germany In the Long incident, although I suffered a loss of 35 billion Huaxia coins, I successfully obtained the financial license I wanted. Otherwise, even with the help of the four major banks, the integration of more than a dozen financial institutions under Delong would not be possible. If it goes so smoothly, the establishment of the Oriental Group will not be so fast."


    "...and through this Delong incident, my impression of Guo Shouyun''s ''destroying family is difficult'' will remain in the minds of the central leaders. If I participate in large-scale national investment projects in the future, under the same conditions, It will definitely be easier than other companies to get the opportunity.��


    I saw the confident expression of the man beside him, and the gleam in his eyes. After looking at it for a while, Qiu Manyun couldn''t help but say with a little admiration: "I didn''t expect you to think so deeply, you are really cunning!"


    "What cunning, this is called strategic thinking!"


    "Okay, strategic thinking! But 35 billion Huaxia coins are not a small amount. How are you going to pay them back?"


    "Of course, the company''s debts must be repaid with the company''s pre-tax net profit."


    "You are not short of money, it would be nice to pay it back directly."


    "I''m not as stupid as you, how could I do this!"


    "Guo Shouyun, who are you calling stupid...!"


    With the close relationship between the two, now this kind of laughter also appears among them.


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 v2 Chapter 645： Characters that cannot be bypassed in the history of Chinas auto industry

    Chapter 645: Characters that cannot be bypassed in the history of China''s auto industry


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    "Boss, President Zhang is here!"


    Wang Jue walked over and said.


    "Let him wait in the living room, I''ll change clothes and go over immediately." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    Wang Jue responded, glanced at Qiu Manyun, turned around and walked out.


    "This little hoof is uneasy and kind to you!"


    "Compared to her, I should be more guarded against you!"


    With that, he handed the child in his arms to the servant next to him.


    "Guo Shouyun, I''ve been helping you...!" Qiu Manyun said lightly and angrily.


    "Then help me, let me see your sincerity!"


    After he finished speaking, he didn''t look at Qiu Manyun''s expression, turned around and walked towards the living room in front.


    "This **** is really getting more and more liked!"


    Looking at the distant back in front, the anger on Qiu Man Yunqiao''s face disappeared.


    "boss!"


    Hearing the movement, Zhang Lei, who saw Guo Shouyun coming, stood up.


    "Let''s go, take you somewhere!"


    After patting him on the shoulder, the two left Guo''s Manor by car together. After arriving at the airport, they boarded the Kunpeng, Guo Shouyun''s private jet parked here.


    After Wang Jue poured a cup of tea for the two, Guo Shouyun asked, "Old Zhang, do you know Brilliance Group?"


    "I know, the former giant of Huaxia Automobile Manufacturing!"


    "Tell me!"


    After Zhang Lei nodded, "Brilliance Group''s predecessor was Fengtian Jinbei Bus Factory. Fengtian Jinbei, on the other hand, was brought together by Fengtian Agricultural Machinery and Automobile Administration to put together more than 50 small auto repair and parts factories. It is conceivable. In order to save the company, the Fengtian Municipal Government adopted the most common method in that era, that is, listing the Fengtian Jinbei Bus Factory.��


    "However, because Fengtian Jinbei was sparsely staffed, outdated equipment, and lacking in funds, it was almost useless. Therefore, almost no one wanted its shares. At that time, the director of Fengtian Jinbei Bus Factory, Zhao Xiyou, tried his best to sell only 27,000 shares. At this time, a person named Yang Rong appeared."


    "In 1991, Yang Rong bought 46 million book-entry stocks of Fengtian Jinbei at the original price. Then he brought these stocks to the United States, and with the help of Merrill Lynch analyst Wang Fanchou, he took them to First Boston. To be a listed underwriter. It is said that Fengtian Jinbei at that time was a manual workshop, 99% of the parts were imported from Japan, and the factory toilets were leaking everywhere, and even female accountants from international accounting firms were reluctant to enter.��


    "But at that time, China was reforming and opening up, and the US capital market was very fond of the ''China concept'', and they didn''t know much about this country, so the Fengtian Golden Cup that was presented to the door became the selected object."


    "In order to go public, Yang Rong quietly set up a project company in Bermuda, a small Pacific island known as a ''tax haven'', Brilliance China Automobile Holdings Co., Ltd. He injected all 40% of the shares he held in Fengtian Jinbei into it. Then On the grounds of ''only 40% of the shares do not meet the conditions for an independent listing in the United States'', a share swap was arranged to expand Brilliance''s holding ratio to Jinbei Bus to 51% and become the controlling party.''"


    "In 1992, Jinbei Automobile A shares were listed on the Magic Capital Stock Exchange. In October, Brilliance Corporation with Jinbei Bus as its main asset was listed on the New York Stock Exchange. It was a big sensation, it was oversubscribed 85 times, and raised $72 million. The Wall Street Journal at the time even wrote a report on it. There is a sentence on it that I still remember very clearly, ''This is a symbol Sexual incidents, perhaps from today, SH China has truly integrated into the game of capitalism''. Afterwards, Harvard Business School also included Brilliance''s listing prospectus as a classic case textbook."


    "After the successful listing of both the Magic City and the United States, Jinbei Bus, a car factory made up of agricultural machinery departments, has become a well-known enterprise with the most optimized property rights in China. Yang Rong became famous in this battle. He originally only planned to copy Jinbei. The story of Chinese companies brought them to the United States for listing, but they died because of the central government''s prohibition. However, at that time, the two major Chinese auto brands ''Hongqi'' and ''Modu'' stopped production, and the national ministries decided to scrap all 1974 cars within 4 years. The old cars produced before, the market vacated after scrapping, is a big cake that any car company cannot refuse.��


    "Yang Rong discovered the profits contained in the automobile industry and began to actively deploy. And in a short period of time, he developed the ''Hiace bus''. As a layman in the automotive industry, Yang Rong''s marketing method is very novel. Selling price, eliminating the manipulation among dealers, implementing a unified national discount price, and preventing internal personnel from collusion with dealers to make profits; introducing the acceptance bill system of the financial industry into the automobile industry company''s sales volume 60% of the use of acceptance bills, greatly reducing the working capital occupancy rate.��


    "Through these means, Fengtian Jinbei has made great progress all the way, and has quickly become the leader of the domestic light bus market. Its annual sales have increased by 50%, leading its peers and setting an industry record of 30% return on investment. In 2000, Fengtian Jinbei''s sales volume increased by 50%. Over 60,000!"


    "After winning the first battle, Yang Rong became more and more interested in the auto industry, so he turned his attention to the more lucrative family car industry. At that time, there were huge profits in the auto industry. The Volkswagen Beetle with the same performance, the price in China is the United States. 3.36 times, Buick is 2.36 times, Toyota Corolla is 2.8 times. But after the domestic ''Hongqi'' and ''Modu'' brands were cleverly eliminated, there is no large-scale car industry."


    "Yang Rong is also very ambitious. In the wasteland of Huaxia, he began to build Brilliance''s car industry. In 1999, he acquired Shenhua Industrial, an old listed company in Magic Capital, and changed its name to ''Brilliance Group''. Introduced German technology to create a car industry. A production line of 100,000 cars."


    "In addition, he has also cooperated with five major international automobile companies: with BMW, a joint venture to produce the world''s best-selling BMW 3-series and 5-series sedans; a $230 million joint venture with GM to produce Chevrolet trucks and SUV; accept Sanjiang Renault, hold 55%, introduce Renault family economy sedan ''Ganguo'', acquire Fengtian Aerospace Mitsubishi, and cooperate with Mitsubishi to produce sedan engines; cooperate with Toyota to develop Toyota economy sedan suitable for the Chinese market. Brilliance has also jointly developed gasoline engines with Delphi, the world''s largest auto parts supplier. ... Yang Rong called the five cooperation projects ''five golden flowers''."


    "Five golden flowers made Brilliance stand with the world''s auto giants. But he was not satisfied, and later hired the world-renowned design master George Yarrow to preside over the model design, and the performance verification of the whole vehicle was tested by the international authoritative organization - British MIRA Company. Appraisal, stamping, welding, painting, and final assembly are all provided by world-renowned automobile equipment manufacturing companies. All of them finally converged into the ''Zhonghua'' brand sedan that he named himself."


    "At this time, Yang Rong can be described as a spring breeze. Under his leadership, Brilliance has embarked on the same corporate development path as Delong Group. He first invested 410 million and subscribed for 334 million shares of Guangdong Development Bank; then with 440 million Huaxia Coin participated in the establishment of Minsheng Investment Credit Guarantee Co., Ltd. and then acquired 26.41% of the state shares of the listed company Zhongxi Pharmaceutical, becoming the company''s largest shareholder. With a series of acquisitions, Brilliance''s business expanded rapidly, and in 2001 and 2001 , has become a huge ''Brilliance Department'' with a market value of up to 24.6 billion Huaxia coins. It has five listed companies, namely Brilliance Group, Brilliance Jinbei, Zhongxi Pharmaceutical in mainland China, Brilliance China in Hong Kong, and Brilliance Auto in New York. There are 158 affiliated companies, of which 138 are controlled.��


    "Brilliance owns 8 automobile production lines and more than 10 complete automobile and component factories, forming an unprecedented ''financial and industrial'' hybrid system in the Huaxia automobile industry. Brilliance will form three major sectors of automobile, finance and infrastructure under a financial holding company, of which 80% of the total output value of the bus station will achieve production and sales of 1.5 million vehicles by 2010, operating income of 200 billion yuan, and 20 billion yuan in sales. profit and become China''s largest auto company."


    "It''s such a great spirit!"


    Hearing this Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but said.


    "That''s true. When Brilliance first announced it, there was an uproar across the country!"


    After waving Zhang Lei to continue, "At that time, Yang Rong was very beautiful. Not only did he get the title of Fengtian''s ''Honorary Citizen'', but Brilliance also achieved revenue of 6.3 billion Chinese dollars in 2001, accounting for 60% of the light bus market. , the net profit after tax is 1.8 billion Chinese yuan, second only to Magic Capital and FAW-Volkswagen. In addition, the Zhonghua Automobile built by Brilliance has also begun to roll off the assembly line.��


    "However, Yang Rong immediately found that the engine of Zhonghua Automobile and Mitsubishi did not match, and Mitsubishi refused to upgrade the engine. Under the introduction of BMW, Brilliance began to contact Rover. At that time, Rover was looking for buyers around the world because of losses. Therefore, the cooperation between Brilliance and Rover quickly rose from engine to comprehensive cooperation. According to the cooperation agreement signed by the two parties later: after the joint venture, all Rover products will be moved to China for production, and the Rover UK R&D center and European sales system will be maintained. Among the products produced in China, the products exported to Europe use the Rover brand, and those sold in China and the Asia-Pacific region use the Zhonghua brand. Rover helped Brilliance me to upgrade the engine and put the ''Zhonghua'' trademark on it."


    "The negotiation between the two sides was conducted in secret, and Rover was very cooperative. But Yang Rong made a major mistake at this time! He decided to put the Rover project in Ningbo-Bo, Zhejiang Province instead of Fengtian."


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 v2 Chapter 646： Ruins left by Brilliance

    Chapter 646 The ruins left by Brilliance


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    "On the surface, Ningbo-Bo is indeed a good choice for building a factory. There are the best deep-water ports in the country, and there are many auto parts companies in the surrounding area. The Ningbo-Bo municipal government also showed strong interest and granted Brilliance 3,000 at one time. The sale price per mu of land is only 50,000 yuan per mu. What makes Yang Rong even more tempted is that he is allowed to invest in the Ningbo-Bo Sea-Crossing Bridge, which is said to bring tens of billions of cash flow.��


    "Yang Rong and Brilliance''s plans are not inaccurate, and strategic decisions are closely linked. But he ignored the attitude of the Fengtian Municipal Government. Fengtian has always regarded the automobile industry as the most important pillar industry in the province, and has never given up on becoming a'' '' Huaxia Detroit''s plan; in the past ten years, they have been responsive to Brilliance''s needs and spared no effort to support him, but not for him to ''marry a good girl''. In the words of a Fengtian city leader at the time, ''For Brilliance, we even bought underwear acridine The money has been advanced''. So, when he was going to put the Rover project in Ningbo, instead of Fengtian, the contradiction between the two sides intensified."


    "In order to persuade First Boston to be listed in the U.S., Yang Rong once put the ownership of Brilliance under the banner of a ''China Education Development Foundation'', which is a public welfare organization and a state unit, so from In this respect, Brilliance is a state-owned enterprise.��


    "When Brilliance and Fengtian Municipal Government cooperated well before, both parties tacitly avoided this issue. But when the conflict intensified, due to the nature of Brilliance''s state-owned enterprise, in June 2002, Brilliance Group was dismissed from the positions of chairman and president of the board of directors. He cashed out his shares in Hong Kong and went to the United States."


    "After Yang Rong was out of the game, his four assistants, Su Qiang, known as the ''Four King Kong'', took over as President and CEO of Brilliance China; Wu Xiaoan took over as Chairman of Brilliance China, and Hong Xing and He Tao served as Brilliance China Vice-Chairman and He Tao respectively. Chief Financial Officer. Then all the projects of Brilliance Group were concentrated in Fengtian, the Rover project in Ningbo and Bo, Sanjiang Renault in Xiaogan, Hubei Province, and a large number of parts suppliers were all abandoned. Brilliance lost more than 500 million as a result. Huaxia Coin."


    "After that, with the background of China''s car sales blowout, Brilliance went downhill. In 2003, China''s car sales fell to 13,400 units, a year-on-year decrease of 15%, and an operating loss of 600 million Chinese yuan. Gold Cup ''Sea Lion'' The sales volume also fell rapidly to 61,000 units, a year-on-year decrease of 18%, losing the national sales champion that had been maintained for 5 years. None of the five golden flowers bloomed during the Yang Rong period. In addition, according to the news just received, Brilliance Su Qiang, Wu Xiaogang started to sell the Brilliance stock in his hand, and the stock prices of Brilliance A-shares, Brilliance Jinbei, and Chinese and Western Pharmaceuticals all plummeted.


    After listening, Guo Shouyun slapped his mouth.


    "It was originally a good pot of soup, but it was ruined by a few mice!" After a pause, "What do you think of this person Yang Rong?"


    "Super brave, good at corporate strategy, and principled at critical moments. This can be seen from his refusal to cooperate with Delong and Zhongke, and to give up using bank loans to speculate in stocks. In this era of bookmakers rampant, there are few similar Brilliance. Such a big group that sticks to the bottom line. However, this person is too immature in politics to deal with the relationship with the government, and finally caused the final collapse of Huachen. In addition, he is too obsessed with power. If he and Fengtian in 2001 After the conflict between the city government broke out, if they were not eager to use equity swaps to turn Huachen from a public company into a private company, I am afraid he would not end up leaving the United States, and now he has been arrested by the Fengtian city government globally for economic crimes."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and then sighed: "If you accidentally lose everything!"


    "Boss, the plane is about to land!"


    Wang Jue came over and reminded.


    "understood."


    After answering with a sound, after fasting the seat belt, the plane began to lower its altitude, and it didn''t take long to land at Ningbo~Bo Airport.


    Originally, Guo Shouyun planned to come here by car, but now the Ningbo-Bo sea-crossing bridge has not yet opened. It takes more than four hours to walk from the magic capital to here, which is a waste of time.


    After getting off the plane, Wu Xiaojing, who arrived here ahead of time, walked over. Under her leadership, everyone drove to an industrial area on the outskirts of Ningbo and Bo. As one of the core cities in the Yangtze River Delta region and with good port conditions, there is naturally no shortage of factories here. However, surrounded by many factories roaring with machines, there was a vast ruin surrounded by blue iron sheets.


    "It''s here, it''s here!"


    After Guo Shouyun got out of the car, he looked at the reinforced concrete frame that stretched several hundred meters in front of him. Surrounded by large weeds, he looked like a giant with deep mud feet, standing alone under the setting sun, Zhang Lei couldn''t help but feel a bit of desolation. .


    From the place where they got off the bus to the factory building, there was a hardened concrete road, which prevented them from going to the dense grass that was taller than the waist and infested with snakes, rats and mosquitoes.


    Stepping on dead branches and fallen leaves and walking to the factory building, although human and animal dung, as well as domestic garbage and dead branches and leaves are scattered on the ground, the continuous reinforced concrete structure with a height of more than ten meters and a length of hundreds of meters can not help but marvel at the grandeur of this place.


    "This should be the factory built after Brilliance and Rover cooperated?" Zhang Lei asked after looking around.


    "Not bad! According to the original design scale, it can accommodate 6 production lines with an annual output of 300,000 cars. Unfortunately, with Yang Rong''s departure, after Brilliance''s withdrawal of capital, the Ningbo-Bo municipal government has been looking for other institutions willing to take over, but I haven''t been able to find a suitable car company for the past two years, and this place is deserted. I also noticed it when I was looking at Rover''s information."


    "After two years of sun and rain, can these factories still be used?" Zhang Lei said.


    "I have asked Wu Xiaojing to take people to do a test in advance. Brilliance''s people use solid materials, and these factories can continue to be used!"


    Zhang Lei nodded, "The boss plans to put the site of the Red Star Motor Company here?"


    "Not bad! Half of Hunan Torch''s auto parts factories are located around the capital, and putting the Hongxing Automobile Factory here can also save costs to the greatest extent. And with the foundation before Brilliance, we can build 3 production lines within a year. The remaining land also leaves us enough room for expansion. In addition, we acquired Rover, they are also familiar with the place, which reduces the preliminary preparation work.��


    "The boss''s considerations are indeed very thorough!" Zhang Lei nodded and said.


    "What do you think of letting Yang Rong be the CEO of Red Star Auto Group?" Guo Shouyun asked suddenly.


    "Yang Rong? Boss, now he is carrying a wanted warrant? How dare he go back to China?"


    "If he wasn''t convinced and complained after being kicked out of Huachen, he wouldn''t have caused trouble. This is a complete farce. If he bowed his head and admitted his mistakes, he might be able to get rid of his troubles."


    "Boss, you are an American. You may not be very familiar with the situation of Huaxia. It is not like the United States, where money can solve everything. In addition, if the Huachen Group is doing well now, maybe your previous plan may still be realized. But now the Brilliance Group is going downhill, Yang Rong is the biggest object of anger, and he can''t be forgiven no matter what!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and smiled bitterly: "I take it for granted!" After sighing, "I originally planned to use Yang Rong''s successful experience in the Jinbei ''Sea Lion'' to revitalize the 150,000 light vehicles of Sanjiang Renault that we took over. The production capacity of commercial vehicles seems impossible now."


    "Boss, you can actually hire Yang Rong as a consultant for the Red Star Auto Group. I think with your influence in the American business community, he will not refuse!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I''ve been thinking about who should be the CEO of Red Star Auto Group these days. If Yang Rong doesn''t work, who do you think is suitable?"


    "Bruituo!" Zhang Lei said after thinking about it.


    "Why?" Guo Shouyun asked, narrowing his eyes slightly.


    "When sorting out Delong''s information and discussing the Delong Group''s reorganization plan later, this Brazilian can get to the core of almost every suggestion or question, and his eyes are sharp, which shows that he has rich experience and outstanding talent in business operations. Moreover, after getting along for more than a month, I found that this person is very thoughtful. He only gives advice after careful consideration of everything. He is prudent in life and is an excellent enterprise manager. The business environment in Brazil is quite similar to that of China, where he can successfully manage Bolang Beer, and I believe he can also show his strength in China!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and pondered for a while, "But he has no experience in the automotive industry."


    "Yang Rong was also a layman in the corporate industry at the beginning, but didn''t he also make the Brilliance Group''s management successful?! Before becoming the CEO of Bolang Beer, Brito had been an investment banker in Breco, but after entering the industrial field , didn''t it also succeed?!" After a pause, he looked at Guo Shouyun and smiled, "The boss tried so hard to dig him out of Brecco''s hands, do you still plan to let it go?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "In the beginning, I just admired Brito''s talent and Brecco''s business philosophy, and wanted him to help us deal with Delong''s problems, and then train the executives of various companies. Now it seems that it is necessary to put He stayed."


    "Then the boss has to think carefully about what reason to use. According to my contact with him these days, Brito is not someone who can easily persuade him!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after taking Zhang Lei to earn a lap here, led by Wu Xiaojing, he arrived at the seat of Ningbo-Bo municipal government. After discussing the acquisition of the former factory of Brilliance Rover and the follow-up investment matters, after initialing the contract, he flew back to the magic capital with Zhang Lei.


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 v2 Chapter 647： Are you selling beer or changing the world with me

    Chapter 647 Are you selling beer or changing the world with me


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    "Are you looking for me?"


    "sit!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun pointed to the seat next to him.


    After Brito nodded, he sat down.


    "This is the coffee that just arrived yesterday, taste how it tastes!"


    Brito took a sip from the coffee cup next to him, frowned slightly, and said with a bit of surprise and joy in his tone: "Is this Bourbon coffee from Milas, Brazil?"


    Brazil is now the No. 1 coffee producer in the world, and the quality of its beans is also at the forefront. However, most of the coffee grown is Robust. Only in some estates in the Cerrado district of Milas state in southeastern Brazil are some old bourbons grown. Because of the small production, it is difficult to buy even locally in Brazil. It is often reserved for high society citations.


    "Vista Allegel Manor''s new product this year. Knowing that Mr. Brito likes to drink it, I specially had some airlifted from Brazil."


    With the words, Wang Jue put a bag of coffee beans on the table next to Brito.


    "...Mr. Brito can take it back and drink it, and I''ll let someone buy it after drinking it."


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for taking care of you!" Brito said in a complicated tone. Although Brazil does not have the phrase ''one who is courteous must ask for something'', there are similar proverbs. With Brito''s shrewdness, one can naturally guess Guo Shouyun''s plan. But now that he is here, it is no better than rejecting these benefits.


    "Mr. Brito is my honored guest. During this period of time, helping Delong Group''s affairs can be described as exhaustive. As a landlord, I naturally have to express myself."


    "Mr. Guo is very polite. I have benefited a lot from dealing with Delong''s affairs!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and continued with a smile: "Mr. Brito has outstanding talent in business management. I wonder what you think of the future strategy of Red Star Auto Group?"


    "Red Star Auto Group?" Brito''s eyes moved.


    "That''s right!"


    "Mr. Guo, when I formulated the Hunan Torch Reform Opinions, I already wrote all my opinions on it. If you forget, you can take it out and read it again."


    "Of course I won''t forget such important things. It''s just a matter of time. The reform opinion only records the Hunan Torch management system, personnel evaluation, corporate training, financial system and other aspects, but it does not involve too much how to make The specific management method of Sanjiang Renault light commercial vehicle coming back to life, as well as the methodology of how to expand the Huaxia sedan market." Guo Shouyun stared at the man opposite with twinkling eyes.


    After pondering for a while, Brito shook his head slowly.


    "Mr. Guo, I have never worked in the auto industry, nor have I done any research on the auto industry in Huaxia. I have done any research on the market situation, technological development, sales system, and buyer preferences here, and I have no actual data. In the case of experience and experience, any opinions expressed about the specific operation of the company are inaccurate. Therefore, I can''t answer you!"


    Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "Zhang Lei said that you are calm and wise, and you are prudent and cautious. Recommend you to be the CEO of Red Star Automobile Group. Now it seems that he is right!"


    "CEO of Red Star Auto Group?"


    "good!"


    Brito shook his head, "I''m sorry, Mr. Guo. Thank you very much for your trust, but I am the CEO of America Beverages and cannot be the CEO of Red Star Auto Group."


    Guo Shouyun was not surprised by his refusal. All successful people have one characteristic in common, that is firmness! It will not change easily for the identified goals. Brito has been the CEO of American Beverage for five years and made it the fifth largest brewer in the world. How could he give up the position and career he had been fighting for for five years just because of him?


    "Mr. Brito, in another 100 years, will there be any changes in the beer industry other than mergers and bankruptcy?"


    Brito shook his head. The taste of beer hasn''t changed much in the past 100 years. All that has changed is the demise and success of one beer company.


    "Compared to the beer industry, which has remained unchanged for a century, since the car was born in the hands of the German Karl Benz in 1885, it has gone through the era of ''Harry Earl'' who introduced art and design into the automotive industry," said Ferdinand Porsche. ''The era of simple and durable national cars, the era of Mario Gandini''s right-angle styling, and now the era of ''a hundred flowers blooming'', the design, manufacture and technology of automobiles are constantly advancing. It not only changes people''s travel methods, changed the pattern of warfare, and had far-reaching socioeconomic consequences.��


    "...Nowadays, due to the depletion of the world''s oil resources, the power of automobiles has been transformed into electric drives. This will be the biggest technological innovation in the century since the automobile was invented. Once successful, it will not only change the pattern of the automobile industry, but also affect the society. The economy has a profound impact on the international situation. So... do you want to continue to go back to Brazil to sell beer, or stay and change the world with me?!"


    "Do you want to keep going back to Brazil to sell beer, or stay and change the world with me?!"


    This sentence was like a thunderclap, which made Brito''s originally sober mind become chaotic. Looking at Guo Shouyun''s sharp eyes, he opened his mouth. Those familiar rejection words seemed to be blocked by something, and he couldn''t say anything.


    Seeing his expression, Guo Shouyun was ready to take out his final blow.


    "This is a report on the production and sales volume of Huaxia Automobile in the past ten years. From 10,000 to 3,700, Huaxia''s sales have tripled, with an average annual growth rate of nearly 20%. And with the continuous development of Huaxia''s economy, Car sales are still on the rise, and this is a hypermarket that is expanding dramatically and far from reaching its limit. The profit contained in it goes far beyond the beer industry.��Mr. Brito, you are a smart person and you should understand that when the opportunity arises If you miss it, you will never have it again.��


    Brito''s breathing suddenly became rapid, and there was a little more struggle in the originally calm expression. Obviously, he was going through a drastic change in the depths of his heart at this time.


    Seeing this, Guo Shouyun did not speak again. He has said everything that needs to be said, and it depends on how the other party chooses in the end.


    After a long time, Brito, who was staring at him, took a deep breath and his expression became calmer.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s a big deal, can I think about it for a few more days?"


    "Of course! But I can only give you one day. You have seen the information of the Red Star Automobile Group and know that its current situation cannot be delayed for too long."


    "I see!"


    Brito nodded, "Then I''ll leave first!"


    "Um!"


    "Boss, do you think he will agree?"


    After Brito''s back disappeared into the corner of the corridor, Wang Jue, who was standing on the side, asked.


    "meeting!"


    Guo Shouyun affirmed.


    "How do you know?"


    "His eyes tell me he''s moved!" A smile appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face.


    "In that case, why didn''t he just promise you directly?"


    "What do you say?"


    "Me?" A look of confusion appeared on Wang Jueqiao''s face. After thinking for a while, her eyes lit up, "He''s going to play hard to get?"


    "Haha Clever! ... Brito has seen the information of Red Star Automobile Group, and he knows very well whether it is to continue to consolidate the position of Red Star Automobile Group in the heavy-duty vehicle industry, or to expand Hunan Torch in the auto parts industry. In the end, it requires a series of external conditions to help Red Star Motors, especially funds! If the promise just now was too happy, why would you be so embarrassed to ask me more conditions later.��


    "Then are you ready to agree to his terms?"


    "Promise! Why don''t you agree! This is a top talent in the field of corporate management. If you miss it, it will be hard to find."


    Globally, there are not many professional managers who can lead a company with a market value of $160 billion and keep it growing.


    "What if his conditions are too extreme?"


    "No! Brito is a smart person. After these days of contact, he should know a little bit about me. He knows where my bottom line is, and he won''t talk randomly!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "By the way, Wang Jue. You can help me prepare a gift. It doesn''t need anything too expensive, but it must be unique and not make us seem too stingy."


    Wang Jue nodded, "Who are you going to give it to?"


    "A controversial figure in China''s modern business history!"


    There was a flash of memory on Guo Shouyun''s face.


    Wang Jue recalled the business history he had learned when he was studying, but he couldn''t remember who the boss was talking about!


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 v2 Chapter 648： Guo Shouyuns management method

    Chapter 648: Guo Shouyun''s Management Method


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    Everything was as Guo Shouyun expected, and the day after he talked to Brito, he came to the door again.


    "Mr. Guo, I can agree to your invitation to be the CEO of Red Star Auto Group, but I have three conditions."


    "Please say!"


    After Brito organized the language, "First, the Red Star Automobile Group, which was reorganized with the Delongxiang Torch, has a good industrial foundation, but its personnel composition is complicated and its structure is bloated. In order to save expenses and improve efficiency; personnel rights, and the power to adjust the industrial structure.��


    "Secondly, the re-development of the original Sanjiang Renault light vehicle, as well as the construction of the Ningbo-Bo car factory and the research and development of new cars will require a lot of money. I hope you can provide at least US$1.5 billion to Red Star Auto Group in the next three years. , and the first funding cannot be less than $600 million.��


    "Thirdly, if I can balance the finances of Red Star Auto Group within one year, it will achieve an annual growth of more than 20% in three years. I hope to get a 3% equity reward from the group after three years."


    "If you agree to these three conditions, I will accept your invitation."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I can give you the personnel rights of Dongxing Automobile Group, except for the chief financial officer. But you can rest assured that I will let him cooperate with your work, but I will supervise financial security."


    There are two core powers in a company: personnel and finance. Without these two, even if you have a CEO hat on your head, you''re just a figurehead puppet.


    Brito hesitated and nodded.


    "Yes, but I need less than $5 million, without the approval authority."


    Guo Shouyun did not refuse. The core of negotiation is compromise and concession. He wants financial power to check and balance Brito''s position in Red Star Auto Group, supervise corporate finances, and ensure that his control over Red Star will not fall by the wayside. Of course, he must also be given some power to mobilize funds, otherwise he will not be able to sit as CEO. stable.


    "There is no problem with the second point. The third point is also fine, but if you can achieve an annual increase of 30%, I will give you a 5% equity reward after the completion of the matter."


    Slamming the drum with a heavy hammer, if Brito can double Red Star''s assets and revenue in three years, he doesn''t mind rewarding more shares, and it is himself who will get the most benefit after all.


    "...Also, I hope that the growth of Red Star Auto Group is benign growth, relying on the quality and reputation of products, and the establishment of sales channels, rather than marketing at a reserve price. Otherwise, you will not get the company''s original shares."


    "Don''t worry, I don''t bother to do such a thing!" Brito said proudly.


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, got up and stretched out his right hand towards him.


    "We will be friends and colleagues working together in the future!"


    "Of course, boss!"


    After holding his hand, Brito also laughed.


    Let Wang Jue draft an employment contract and let Brito sign it.


    "I will go back to Brazil immediately to apply for the resignation contract. If possible, I hope to bring a few people with me to work in the Red Star Automobile Group. Please rest assured, they are all excellent corporate management talents."


    "I said that I only want financial supervision. So it''s fine as long as you think it''s suitable. Also, Brito. From now on, you should study Chinese and Chinese culture well."


    "Of course. I have bought a few textbooks of Chinese as a foreign language online, and they will arrive in a few days. I hope Miss Wang can help me collect them."


    Wang Jue nodded with a smile.


    "It''s too slow to rely on textbooks alone. These days, I''ve found a teacher who is proficient in English and Chinese. When you come back, I can not only serve as an interpreter for you, but also teach you Chinese and Chinese culture!"


    "If you''re all right, I''ll leave first." Brito nodded.


    "Um! ... When you come back from Brazil, dig some more talents for me from Brecco."


    "I will!"


    When Brito''s back disappeared outside the door, he saw Wang Jue hesitate to say anything, "Just say what you want to say, there are no outsiders here!"


    "Boss, isn''t the power you gave him too much? What if he has bad feelings for the Red Star Auto Group after he is full of wings...?"


    "Wang Jue, have you read "Zizhi Tongjian"?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    The latter shook his head. There might be some among the women who were interested in tomes of history books, but she wasn''t.


    "In "Zizhitongjian", there is a dialogue between Liu Bang, the emperor of the Han Dynasty, and his ministers. What is the world? Why did the Xiang family lose the world?''. Gao Qi and Wang Ling said to each other: ''Your Majesty sent people to attack cities and land, so that they would share the same benefits with the world. Doubt it, this is why the world is lost.''. Gaozu said: ''One of them is known to the public, and the other is unknown. In strategizing and planning, the decisive victory is thousands of miles away, and I am not as good as the ovary. I am not as good as Xiao He in terms of rations and inexhaustible supply of food. Even an army of one million will win in battle and capture in attack. Xiang Yu had Fan Zeng but he couldn''t use it, that''s why he was captured by me.''. The ministers persuaded him."


    "Although a company is not a country, it has jurisdiction over hundreds, thousands, or even tens of thousands of people, just like managing a country. If you want to make it prosperous, you need to do two things like Liu Bang: first, clear rewards and punishments. The two know good people.��


    "So, whether it is Brito or Zhang Lei, or even Apple CEO Steve Jobs, Ruby CEO Tim George, Phoenix Bank CEO Stephen Bryan, etc., as long as they do well, I will not hesitate to put the original I will give them shares. To support them as CEOs of these companies, I am not stingy with my own trust. As long as I seize the financial power and supervise the future development of the company so as not to deviate from my predetermined strategic track, then I will not care how they manage the company. . As long as I hold the absolute controlling stake in the company, I am not afraid that they will turn the world upside down in the future."


    The longer he has been reborn and the more things he has experienced, the more accurately Guo Shouyun can grasp his own strengths and weaknesses. In his last life, he was just a small person who lived for more than 30 years and finally entered the wealthy class by writing. Although he has inherited the talent of Bruce Guo, the elite of Stanford University, he is not a peerless genius. His biggest reliance is the 19 years of advanced memory brought by his rebirth. The biggest benefit this brought him was the strategic thinking far beyond this era.


    Since this is an advantage, he will try his best to grasp this advantage and make the most of it. Hand over the business management that you are not good at to those talented business managers. This can not only avoid showing timidity, or bring irreparable losses to the company due to temporary negligence; it can also save energy, promote strengths and avoid weaknesses, and achieve enviable success!


    This is the most suitable future career plan that Guo Shouyun has figured out four years after his rebirth.


    "Rewards and punishments are clearly defined, and people are well-mannered. Since this year, you have been strengthening the staff of the secretariat of the Hanshan Academy, and you have continued to refine it. Is this the reason?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Although I do not participate in corporate management, I want to ensure that it will not deviate from my intended track. The power of the CEO cannot be unchecked. Therefore, the finance, lawyers, and auditing under the Secretariat are the three major companies that I supervise the company. Department. Moreover, there will be more people and departments directly under my secretariat in the future.��


    "...Okay, this topic will come here first. Have you prepared what I asked you to prepare?"


    "Already prepared!"


    "Tell me!"


    "Chengxintang paper, Shuangyanghu pen, Rongbaozhai''s Duan inkstone, Yidege''s five old pine smokes. There are no antiques, but they are also old objects produced after the founding of the People''s Republic of China."


    In order to prepare the gift that Guo Shouyun asked for, Wang Jue went back to ponder for a long time before he understood who Guo Shouyun was referring to as the "controversial figure in the modern business history of China". Then I bought these things through the people in the Beijing Office and the Magic City Office of the Hanshan Bieyuan Secretariat.


    "Not bad." Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction, "Call James and ask him to prepare, we will fly directly to Kun~Ming tomorrow!"


    "Yes!"


    Early the next morning, I looked at Qiu Manyun, who was wearing a dark red lady''s business attire, a white T-shirt, and black high heels, with the secretary and bodyguard behind him, each pulling a suitcase. Guo Shouyun couldn''t help frowning and said, "What are you doing?"


    "Aren''t you going to Kun~ming? Just in time, take me there, too? With your private jet, you can save more time and energy for business class."


    "You''re going to Kunming too?"


    "Accurately speaking, it should be Teng~Chong. A batch of jadeite purchased by Jinyuan Jewelry from the Myanmar public market will enter from there. I will pick it up."


    Guo Shouyun understood, nodded and did not refuse.


    After the two got on the plane together, "By the way, I forgot to ask you why you are going to Kunming~Ming?"


    "I''m going to meet someone!"


    "Who? Kun~Ming, or even in the entire Yunnan Province, who can work for you, the big boss Guo, and go to meet him in person?" Qiu Manyun asked curiouslyChu Shijian! "


    Guo Shouyun said with a touch of memory in his eyes.


    "Chu Shijian?" After a moment of confusion, Qiu Manyun suddenly realized, "The former director of Hongta Group, who was later sentenced for corruption?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Why are you interested in him? Is he out of prison?"


    "In 2002, because of severe diabetes, Chu Shijian was released on medical parole! Now he grows oranges in Ailao Mountain, Yu-Xinping County, Yunnan Province."


    After a clear answer, "Why did you think of going to see him? Did you know each other before?"


    "I don''t know. But I''m very interested in this person!"


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 v2 Chapter 649： business legend

    Chapter six hundred and forty-ninth business legend


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    Chu Shijian is a legend in the Chinese business community. He has worked in Hongta for 18 years, making "Hongta Mountain" a famous brand in China, and making Yuxi Cigarette Factory the largest modern tobacco company in Asia and the forefront of the world. The profits and taxes created for the country are as high as 99.1 billion, plus the brand value of Hongta Mountain is more than 40 billion, and the profits and taxes contributed to the country are at least 140 billion. Become China''s veritable "Cigarette King". But because of the current situation, corruption and bribery went to prison.


    The most important thing is that at the age of 74, he contracted the barren hills to start a second business. At the age of 85, "Chu Orange" began to be sold, and because of its high quality, it was very popular, and the supply exceeded demand, and he became the "China Orange King".


    In this era of rambling together, it would be impressive to say that Mou Zhong is because of his big mouth of "changing cans for planes" and "exploding the Himalayas to solve the drought problem in Xinjiang." That Chu Shijian is an admirable representative of the old wing, but still able to win thousands of miles.


    In this world, there are many people who can still recover after failure, such as Shi Yuzhu of the Giant Group and Fred Smith, the founder of FedEx. But at the age of 74, there is no one who can start a successful business except Chu Shijian.


    Such people are admirable!


    Later, more than half of Chinese entrepreneurs such as Wang Shi, Yanagawa Zhi, and Ma Yun praised him, and they visited him frequently, which shows his status in the Chinese business community.


    When dealing with Delong''s problem before, Guo Shouyun read a lot of information about China''s major enterprise groups in the 1980s and 1990s. When he turned to the Chu Shi key, he remembered all the legends of this big man in later generations, so he had this visit.


    "You''re not going to let him come out again to help you, are you?" Qiu Manyun said in surprise.


    "I think so. But people may not want to!"


    It is said that successful people are all alike. Chu Shijian can have a long-lasting career, and naturally he has his reasons. For such a person, Guo Shouyun certainly does not shy away from opportunities. However, in the memory of the past life, so many people have visited this fossil-level figure in the Huaxia business world, and many people must have invited him to come out again. One step, it can be seen that they have been rejected by others.


    "You''re so optimistic about him? If I remember correctly, he''s in his seventies now!"


    "Some people are mediocre all their lives, but some people will succeed in the future even if they fail temporarily! Chu Shikey is the latter."


    "You haven''t seen him, how can you be so sure?"


    "I haven''t met him. But I have seen his operating materials for Hongta. He is a man who can do it himself and is willing to share weal and woe with the workers. He is serious and prudent in his work, and runs a hand workshop into the largest modern tobacco company in Asia. Certainly worth affirming.��


    Seeing his expression, Qiu Manyun was stunned for a while, "I''m also a little curious after hearing what you said. Why don''t you take me with you?"


    "Aren''t you going to Teng~Chong to pick up the goods?"


    "Someone is in charge over there. I just supervised in the past. And it''s still early, it doesn''t matter a few days later."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Then you have to sit down and get ready. There is no airport in Yuxixi. It will take two hours to drive there, and we have to go into the mountains. Maybe we will stay there at night."


    "Don''t worry, I''m not as delicate as you think!"


    "As you wish, but I remind you that you''d better change your shoes. It''s not a good idea to climb mountains in high heels."


    "Of course. They''re not fools. But how about you accompany me to buy things after getting off the plane?"


    "I''m not interested, you can go by yourself!" Guo Shouyun decisively refused.


    "Hey, I really don''t understand Lianxiangxiyu!"


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    After the five-hour flight from Daokun to Ming, the capital of the devil, it was already afternoon. Guo Shouyun, who had already eaten lunch on the plane, was not hungry. However, after accompany Qiu Manyun to buy sportswear and put them on in the afternoon, it was almost evening. Considering the difficulty of the mountain road, if you want to go to Ailao Mountain, you can only wait until tomorrow.


    The group found a hotel to stay, and drove straight to Yu~xi the next day. Yu~xi is less than 80 kilometers away from Kun~ming, but it is more than 100 kilometers from Yu~xi to Xinping County, and the infrastructure of China in this era is not as developed as that of later generations, and the mountain road is difficult to travel. They left in the morning and did not arrive in Xin~ping County until noon.


    After lunch in the county seat at noon, it took another hour in the afternoon to arrive at the foot of Ailao Mountain. However, even with advance preparations, in this era of no Gaode map and Baidu, Guo Shouyun also frayed his mouth and asked all the way to finally find the right place.


    "It''s here! The Chu Shijian you''re looking for lives here."


    Following the direction of the peasant''s finger, Guo Shouyun saw three tile-roofed houses surrounded by green trees.


    "Thank you, uncle!"


    "You''re welcome." The simple and honest peasant uncle waved his hand, and then looked at Guo Shouyun and his party curiously, "Why are you looking for Lao Chu? Didn''t you come to take a photo with him?"


    "Group photo?" Guo Shouyun was stunned for a moment.


    "That''s right! Since Old Chu lives here to grow oranges, decent people will come to see him in a few days. Usually, they take a few pictures and leave after asking. We''ve seen each other a lot."


    "I see. But you call him Lao Chu, do you know what he does?"


    "I don''t know. But I heard from the people in the village that Old Chu was a high-ranking official before. Later, he was arrested for corruption. .


    Guo Shouyun smiled and did not continue.


    "Matthew!"


    The latter understood, and once again took out two hundred Huaxia coins from his pocket and stuffed them into the hands of the farmer''s uncle.


    "Oh, how embarrassing this is. I''ve already charged you once before."


    Even so, the hand holding the two hundred dollars didn''t let go.


    "This is our additional thank you!"


    "Hehe, hehe. At first glance, you are a big man from outside, and you have money. If that''s the case, then I''m welcome." After putting two hundred yuan in his trousers pocket, "If you still need to lead the way later, come find me. , give you a bargain!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "You are too generous. It cost three hundred to lead the way!" Qiu Manyun said.


    "It''s okay. I think it''s fun!"


    "Fun?"


    Looking at her stunned eyes, Guo Shouyun shook his head. In his memory, the profession of leading the way seems to have been a matter of the last century. Now that he sees it again, he has a feeling of reunion after a long absence. Of course, Qiu Manyun didn''t understand this feeling, and Guo Shouyun couldn''t say it either.


    "Let''s go, since we have found a place, let''s not waste time."


    Following the dirt road paved with cinders, Guo Shouyun came to the front of the tile house.


    This is a typical rural courtyard. There are three tile-roofed houses in the middle, and the front is surrounded by a fence. Most of the fields are about 200 square meters, and most of them are planted with some seasonal vegetables, and a small number of them are enclosed to raise two pigs.


    After briefly surveying the yard, Guo Shouyun walked to the front of the yard simply tied with bamboo strips. The courtyard door was not locked, but was simply bent a few times with iron bars to make a simple hook together, which could barely close the door. As for preventing outsiders from entering, it was impossible.


    Of course, even if the iron general held the door, the fence that only reached the adult''s chest would not be able to prevent people at all. Obviously, the owner did this because he felt that there was nothing valuable in his home, and he was not afraid of thieves.


    "anyone there?"


    Guo Shouyun shouted inside.


    After a long silence, Matthew said, "Boss, why don''t I go in and take a look?"


    "We are visiting. If we don''t get the permission of the master''s family, how can we break into other people''s homes?" Guo Shouyun shook his head and said.


    "I don''t think they are at home." Qiu Manyun said.


    Guo Shouyun turned to look at the lush orange trees behind, almost full of orange trees on the top of the hill. In such a big place, there were only a few of them, how could they find it.


    Just as he was about to go up the mountain, voices could be faintly heard from the orange grove not far away. Immediately afterwards, a faint figure appeared in front of Guo Shouyun, but before he could look at it, a fierce dog bark was heard.


    Not long after, two black-and-yellow dogs rushed out of the orange grove. Matthew stepped forward with a few bodyguards and blocked Guo Shouyun behind him. He had a suffocating aura that was difficult for outsiders to detect, but he could feel it for sensitive animals, so he listened to Guo Shouyun and the others five meters away.


    However, the barking of the two local dogs reminded the people who came down from the mountain.


    "Old Chu There seems to be someone at home?" The old woman asked in surprise when she saw the vague figure at the foot of the mountain.


    With a straw hat, an old navy blue tunic suit, and some mud on his rolled up cuffs, Chu Shijian answered calmly with a **** on his back. In the two years since he was released on medical parole, countless people have come to the door under various pretexts. Some come to visit with sincerity in consideration of many years of feelings. Some just want to pick up on his reputation hype. For the former, he naturally welcomed them, and for the latter, he naturally dealt with them and sent them away.


    Following the sheep intestines path down the mountain to the front of his house, Chu Shijian also saw someone coming. The first thing that catches the eye must be the sturdy bodyguards standing in front. But looking at their appearance, I know they are foreigners. Although his old Chu''s friends were also foreigners, they were only business partners when he was the general manager of Hongta Group, so they were not real friends. Now that he has a lawsuit on his back, these friends have long since broken up. In the two years since I came out, I have never seen a yellow-haired one.


    Looking around them, Chu Shijian saw a man and a woman standing behind. The man was tall, wearing a gray sportswear, with a pair of sneakers under his feet, and a head of broken hair. From his appearance, he looked about twenty years old, but his temperament However, he was extremely calm, and his eyes revealed a vicissitude that was rarely seen in this age group. Although it was just standing there casually, it revealed a majesty that had been in the top for a long time.

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    Chapter 650 Questions


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    Looking at the woman standing on his left side, she had black and beautiful half-curly hair casually draped over her shoulders, and the facial features of the standard melon seed face were exquisite, and it was unbelievably stunning! Looking further down, she was wearing a mix of pale pink and high-grade gray Nike sportswear, but it was difficult to hide her bumpy figure. Although she was only wearing sneakers on her feet, her height was over 1.7 meters, which made her feel the slightest bit around men. Does not appear short. And the two of them stood together, handsome and handsome, to the point that they had the demeanor of a golden boy and a girl.


    Without a doubt, the main guests today are these two young men and women. However, when Chu Shi searched his stomach, he didn''t have the slightest impression of the two in his mind.


    "Maybe it is the descendant of an old friend!"


    When Chu Shijian looked at the two, Guo Shouyun and Qiu Manyun were also looking at him.


    After the two sides examined for a while, the old woman who followed Chu Shijian down the mountain had already stopped the two dogs. But they are also loyal. He followed the old woman closely, staring at Guo Shouyun and the group of strangers with vigilant eyes, looking like he was going to pounce at any time.


    "Excuse me, are you Chu Shijian, Mr. Chu?"


    Guo Shouyun separated from the bodyguard in front of him, took a few steps forward and asked.


    "I am! Are you...?"


    "We came from the magic capital and admired Mr. Chu''s deeds for a long time, so we came to visit!"


    "Thank you for remembering me. But I''m just an old farmer at the foot of Ailao Mountain. I''m seriously ill and I''m in prison. I can''t help you, so please go back!"


    "Mr. Chu is too modest. Even though you are old and Lian Po, you can still fight again. In addition, I came from a long way this time, not asking for anything. I just want to visit the seniors in the business world. And I am thousands of miles away. All the way, ask Mr. Chu for a glass of water, isn''t it too much?"


    After glancing at the smiling young man across from him, Chu Shijian nodded.


    "It''s my rudeness. Please come in with me. But I''m simple here, and I can''t compare to the big city of the capital. I hope you don''t dislike it."


    "Mr. Chu is polite!"


    They followed the two old men through the courtyard and entered the main hall. Like many halls of ordinary Chinese families, the floor was paved with red bricks, the walls were painted with white ash, and the ceiling was hung with snakeskin bags.


    Directly opposite the door is an old table of the Eight Immortals, with two old wooden chairs with backs on each side. There is no central hall on the wall, but a simple portrait of the ancestor is posted.


    On the left side of the Eight Immortals table is an old black leather sofa, the stuffing inside is exposed in many places, but it is stained with tape. In front of the sofa is a glass coffee table, and some cups and sundries are placed on the partition below. To the left of the sofa is a bed, and the bedding on it is neatly tidied up, quite a bit of military standards. Opposite the sofa, there is a 21-inch color TV from Sanyo on the table. Plus the kitchen in the corner. These are the big things in the whole hall.


    Although the house is simple, it is very clean.


    "Come on, I''ll give you stools, sit down and talk." The old lady brought two stools over.


    "Thank you!"


    Smiling and nodding, she brought a few stools to the bodyguard for the two of them. Matthew didn''t want to sit, but he sat down with Guo Shouyun''s eyes.


    Seeing the old lady taking care of them with tea and water, Qiu Manyun took the initiative to help. Seeing her diligent appearance, Guo Shouyun''s impression of her has changed a lot.


    "Your surname?"


    "My name is Guo Shouyun, this is my friend Qiu Manyun!"


    After nodding his head clearly, "Since you said that you came to visit me on purpose, and you want to make you come here from the magic capital, there must be something wrong?"


    "I just came back from studying abroad last year, and my family planned to let me inherit the family business. But because I had no experience, they gave me some scattered assets. I sorted them out and planned to integrate them into a company." Guo Shouyun took the briefcase from Matthew''s hand and took out a document from it.


    "...This is the integration plan I made and the future development plan of the group. Mr. Chu is a senior in the business world. He has been in business for many years and has rich experience. I hope you can help me take a look and find out the shortcomings."


    Chu Shijian did not immediately pick up the information in Guo Shouyun''s hand.


    "I can see this information, and I can also give my opinion. But one thing is that I have been away from the business world for many years, and the situation has changed a lot when I was with me, so the opinion I give you may not be completely correct. Don''t blame me if something goes wrong."


    "Mr. Chu, please rest assured!"


    Chu Shijian nodded, and then took the information in Guo Shouyun''s hand and looked at it.


    "What information did you show him?"


    While serving the brewed tea to Guo Shouyun, Qiu Manyun whispered in her ear.


    "Delong''s tourism assets!"


    "Aren''t you afraid he''ll see it?"


    "I changed my name!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "You are so cunning. But why did you ask him this question?" Qiu Manyun asked curiously.


    "First, I really want to ask him how to develop the tourism business. Second, I also want to see how good this old Mr. Chu is?"


    In later generations, Chu Shijian was passed down as a miraculous and was called an entrepreneur among entrepreneurs. Guo Shouyun has been famous for a long time, but he also wants to see if he is really as powerful as the Internet in later generations!


    About half an hour later, Chu Shijian read the information given by Guo Shouyun. Then after a long silence, he looked over.


    "What do you think?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "These assets are of high quality. Tourism companies, bus companies, scenic spot development, networks, and hotels almost cover the upstream and downstream of the tourism industry. This is a very complete tourism industry chain. There is no problem in integrating them. The development report is also very detailed. But dividing the whole group into five subsidiaries is a bit too cumbersome.��


    "How do you think it should be?"


    "Consolidating the travel company, the bus company and the network into one subsidiary can be divided into an online department, an offline department and a bus department, so that the online business and the offline business can be operated in one company, and the arrangement of vehicles can also be more convenient. It is convenient, reduces many intermediate links, increases efficiency, and reduces disputes between companies.��


    "...Also, the development of scenic spots should not be like this. Pengcheng, Xinjiang, Jiangxi and Guangxi provinces are scattered, and the development of tourist routes should be the main focus. For example, focus on developing four to five scenic spots in Pengcheng. , which can form a tourist route and generate continuous profits. In addition, the construction of hotels should also be prioritized around the scenic spots, which can not only improve the occupancy rate of the hotel and generate comprehensive benefits, but also improve the service quality of the scenic spots and attract more tourists. Lots of tourists."


    "...Since what you want to build is a tourism group, you shouldn''t just chase profits, with a hammer in the east and a stick in the west. Instead, you need to let all departments cooperate with each other, and to seize a province, you must lay a solid foundation. Then Consider other things. Otherwise, even if you have the name of the group, you will only be a wanderer, and it will not become a big climate!"


    After a pause, Chu Shijian frowned and pondered for a moment, then slowly shook his head.


    "That''s all I can think of, I hope it can help you!"


    "Clap...!"


    Guo Shouyun applauded.


    "Mr. Chu is really a senior in the business world, and he sees the problem to the point."


    In fact, when he decided to set up Tuniu Tourism Group, Zhang Lei also suggested this to him! It''s just that he didn''t bring the proposal. Showing this to Chu Shijian, this is a development plan originally belonging to Delong Tourism Group.


    Chu Shijian waved his hand indifferently, "It''s good to be able to help you."


    Guo Shouyun was about to speak, but was interrupted by the sound of hurried footsteps from outside.


    "Dad, Mom, is there someone at home?"


    As he spoke, a middle-aged man with thick eyebrows and big eyes, wearing a plaid shirt, big pants and slippers, strode in.


    The moment he stepped into the house, he naturally looked at the guests. For Matthew and the others, he was just surprised and passed. Out of a man''s instinct, he glanced at Qiu Manyun with a stunning appearance. But when his eyes turned to Guo Shouyun, he was stunned.


    "Impossible, how is it possible? How could he come to such a place?"


    Seeing his son being dumb and talking to himself, the old father, who felt ashamed of guarding the guests, not only sank, but said in a low voice, "Yi Bin, what are you doing? Come over quickly."


    Chu Yibin, who grew up under his father''s strong patriarchal style, is usually very respectful to his father and rarely goes against his wishes. But this time it was beyond Chu Shijian''s expectations, and his son seemed to turn a deaf ear to his words. Just when he was angry and ready to step forward.


    "Excuse me, are you... are you Mr. Bruce Guo, chairman of the board of directors of Phoenix Bank?"


    "you know me?"


    In fact, when he saw his eyes, UU reading Guo Shouyun guessed the result. After all, from the information he got, Chu Shijian, the only son, was engaged in equity investment when he was in Singapore, and he often went to and from major investment banks. And as long as it is someone who is related to finance, no one does not know his name!


    In the past four years, the name Bruce Guo has followed him in two battles and two victories in the gold market during the Argentine debt crisis; on the eve of 9.11, he won a big bet on gold with Citi; during the Iraq War, in gold He has made huge profits in the oil market and has become a ''great god-level'' figure that all investors, bankers, respect and even worship in the financial market!


    Even his reputation in the financial industry is better than his reputation in the business world.


    Chu Yibin was excited all the time.


    "I know, no, I don''t know!" He took a deep breath incoherently before exclaiming excitedly, "I have seen your photos in the newspaper, and I have also seen your speech videos at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and Columbia University. You is my idol!"


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 v2 Chapter 651： kill without mercy

    Chapter 651: Kill Without Amnesty


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    It''s a strange feeling to be called an idol by someone who''s bigger than you!


    Guo Shouyun nodded, stood up and stretched out his right hand towards the other party, "I''m Bruce Guo, nice to meet you."


    Chu Yibin just wanted to reach out to hold it, but he reached out halfway and quickly took it back. After rubbing his shirt twice, he carefully reached over and held Guo Shouyun''s right hand.


    "Me too, nice to meet you!"


    At this time, even a fool could see that Guo Shouyun''s identity was unusual. And Chu Shijian is not only not a fool, but also a rare smart person.


    Looking at his questioning eyes, Guo Shouyun said with a smile: "Mr. Chu, I''m sorry. I didn''t tell you my real information before. In fact, I''m from the United States and of Chinese descent. I have several well-developed companies under my banner. This is the second time I came to Yunnan Province. One is to admire Mr. Chu��s reputation and sincerely visit; the other is to invite you out of the mountain. If you want, you are the CEO of Tuniu Tourism Group mentioned in this document. I It can be guaranteed that I will not interfere with your management and operation of the group except for the financial supervision power. Moreover, I will invest no less than 3 billion Chinese currency in the next three years as the development fund of the group. Finally, if you can make the group scale I can give you at least 3% of the original stock if it triples in three years. As for your annual salary, it won��t be less than six figures.��


    He thought that his conditions were already excellent, and even if Chu Shijian wanted to refuse, he should at least hesitate before making a decision. Who knows that just after he finished speaking, people shook their heads.


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for your attention. But I am 76 years old this year, and I have diabetes. A handful of old bones can''t do anything other than farming. Mr. Guo is very ambitious in the tourism industry, and my energy is really incompetent. , so let''s ask Gao Ming."


    "Dad, you should think more about it, what a great opportunity, it''s not much better than planting fruit trees...!"


    "What do you know!"


    The old man glared, Chu Yibin pursed his lips, and didn''t dare to say anything more.


    "Mr. Chu, don''t think about it anymore?"


    "No need! I have made up my mind!"


    Seeing his firm attitude, Guo Shouyun gave up. He didn''t originally have the intention of inviting the other party. Give it a try, and forget it if it doesn''t work. Anyway, he has another candidate.


    "Since Mr. Chu doesn''t want to, then I''m not reluctant. But it''s already evening. I want to invite Mr. Chu and Mrs. Chu to dinner in the county town tonight, and I hope you two will appreciate it."


    "That''s fine. But can we change our clothes!" Chu Shijian nodded happily.


    "Of course. We''re waiting for two outside now!"


    With a smile on his face and behind him, Guo Shouyun walked out with Qiu Manyun and the two bodyguards. Originally, Chu Yibin also planned to follow, but was stopped by his father. Obviously, he wanted to inquire more about Guo Shouyun from his mouth.


    Glancing at the farmyard behind him, Qiu Manyun smiled and said, "Are you going to take a look at the cottage, or leave with me?"


    "Leave!" Guo Shouyun replied after a brief consideration.


    "Give up so soon? That''s not your style."


    "You can also see Chu Shijian''s previous attitude. His eyes and attitude are very firm, but he doesn''t seem to be playing hard to get!"


    After recalling for a while, Qiu Manyun nodded.


    "Then let''s stay in the county town tonight and leave tomorrow?"


    "The mountain road is difficult, it''s better not to take risks!"


    "I can''t see that you are quite shy!"


    "Of course! I haven''t enjoyed enough of this wonderful world of flowers!"


    After the two chatted for a while, Chu Shijian and his wife, who had changed into clean clothes, and Chu Yibin, who was also completely new, came out. Everyone took the car to the county seat and found a restaurant that was considered a high-end restaurant for dinner. After chatting for a while, Guo Shouyun sent bodyguards to send them back.


    Guo Shouyun, who stayed here for one night, rushed back to Yuxixi the next day. Originally, he planned to go directly to Kunming, and then divert back to the magic capital. But Qiu Manyun was soft and hard, and asked him to accompany a piece to turn the direction and go to Tengchong. Of course, he didn''t come here entirely because of Qiu Manyun''s request, but also because of his own business.


    But all the way down, Guo Shouyun regretted it. The nine-hour drive, and the winding mountain road that goes up and down, almost made him vomit.


    "Why is there no airport here?" Guo Shouyun couldn''t help sighing when the shadow of Tengchong County appeared in his sight.


    In fact, Tengchong Tuofeng Airport has already started the project, but it will not start construction until 2005, and it will take at least four or five years to complete.


    Guo Shouyun, who was tired all the way, didn''t even bother to enjoy the night view when he arrived in Tengchong. After eating, he went back to his room to rest. Of course, at his current age, he is not really tired like this, the key is that there are still people waiting for him.


    "boss!"


    Looking at the young man in front of him with obvious mixed features of the East and the West, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Pire, how long have we not seen each other?"


    "It should be half a year!"


    "Half a year, it''s really not too short!" Guo Shouyun nodded and pointed to the seat next to him, "Sit down and talk."


    "Yes!"


    "Why did you come to Huaxia?"


    "The boss''s young army needs seeds with excellent qualifications. Yunnan Province is located in the frontier. There are many villages in Dashanli for generations. Although they are not connected to the outside world, because they work and hunt in the mountains all the year round, their physical fitness is very good, which is good for mountain infantry. So, I''m going to come over and see if I can find some orphans with superior physical fitness to take back."


    "Huaxia is not Southeast Asia. It is well-organized here, and it is not easy to take people away!"


    "Don''t worry, boss, I will be careful!"


    "Is it just you this time?"


    "I am the only one who came to China. The goal is small and it is convenient to do things. There are two other teams staying in Myitkyina."


    According to the standard of Guo Shouyun''s internal guard troops, a combat team consists of six people and two teams of twelve. They were trained by Rudy as a special force on Yulin Island for a year, and then participated in actual combat and saw blood. Although I can''t say that it is comparable to Alpha and the Marine Corps, they are also elite professional soldiers.


    But after hearing his words, Guo Shouyun frowned.


    Now, after four years of development, Guo Shouyun''s inner guard force on Yulin Island is no longer the grass-top team at the beginning. Not only has the personnel been greatly expanded, but also the equipment has become stronger and more elite, and various functional departments have also become complete.


    Just like now, Rudy Mueller Chen, the head of the internal guard force, is in charge of the affairs of Yulin Island, and is personally responsible for the formation and training of the young army camp; Saber member Yuri Luzhiov is in charge of military training; Saber member Hua Lei Commanding the combat brigade of Yulin Island; Sabre member Deng Feng is responsible for the development and construction of the Columbia base; Matthew, also a Sabre member, is responsible for Guo Shouyun and the security of his family; All over the world, he recruits personnel for Yulin Island and is also responsible for espionage work. In recent years, he has personally recruited and trained 13 espionage personnel to form the black spy team of Yulin Island. It is bright and dark with the information management department of Guo Shouyun''s secretariat, forming Guo Shouyun''s two ears.


    Of course, four years is not a short time, but it is not a long time, and these two ears are still very primitive. But it has also begun to take effect.


    "Why bring the combat troops? If it''s just recruiting personnel, shouldn''t it be your black spies'' business?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "That''s true. But a week ago, we collected 11 orphans with good qualifications in northern Myanmar and Laos. We were going to take the Mekong waterway to Vietnam, and then back to Yulin Island from there, when we encountered robbers. Two black spies. One member was killed and one injured, and the orphans we spent two months collecting were all robbed."


    "Who did it?"


    "Nukang Group!"


    "Nokang Group?" Guo Shouyun felt that the name was familiar.


    "Yes! The leader of this group, Nuo Kang, was originally a member of the Burmese drug lord Khun Sa. After Khun Sa surrendered to the Burmese government army in 1996, he also surrendered. However, he bribed the senior officials of the Burmese government army and colluded with the Lahu militia. , the drug trafficking gang under him is called the ''Nuo Kang Group''. It is active at the border of Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand. Later, it incorporated the old part of Khun Sa and became the largest drug lord in the Golden Triangle."


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun finally remembered who this Nuokang was.


    In October 2011, the Mekong massacre shocked the world. All 8 sailors were killed except one missing. Because of this incident, Huaxia cooperated with the countries along the Mekong River to conduct a thorough investigation, and finally found out the real culprit behind the scenes is this Nuokang. A few years later, "Operation Mekong", which was adapted from this, also created a high box office of nearly 1.2 billion.


    "...In addition to selling drugs, this Nuokang group also robbed merchant ships on the Mekong River for ransom! Our ship should be targeted by them because of this!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said calmly, "What are you going to do?"


    "Kill! Don''t leave one!" Pire Li said coldly.


    "Since we have decided to do it, we must cut the weeds and roots. I don''t want to encounter similar troubles in the future!"


    Whether it is his future behavior or his current drug trafficking behavior, he is not worthy of sympathy. The most important thing is that he should never provoke himself!


    "clear!"


    "Are two combat teams enough?"


    "These two combat teams are the seeds for saving the 11 young army camps. The real large force needs your approval from the boss!"


    "I agree. I''ll call Rudy in person later and ask him to send Mungo''s Falcon team over."


    At present, Guo Shouyun''s internal guard troops consisted of three battle brigades, Long Ya under the command of Hua Lei, Heihu under the command of Deng Feng, and Falcon under the command of Meng Ge.


    However, with these 300 people, Guo Shouyun is not going to continue to expand the scale, as long as the normal replacement is maintained. The reason is simple: not enough money.


    The food, drink and Lhasa of 300 people, plus wages and pensions, as well as weapons and ammunition, etc., if it is not for the rich treasures of the Indian temple, and they occasionally earn money as mercenaries in Africa, I am afraid that these 300 people will not be able to support them. Get up Of course, Guo Shouyun is rich and has many companies, and it is no problem to raise an aircraft carrier combat formation. But it is an asset on the bright side, and there are people watching it all the time. It is too difficult to transfer money financially without being discovered. In order to avoid the discovery of the saber that was still hidden in the dark, he could only use the black money as much as possible to cultivate this Yulinwei.


    "Thank you boss for your support. In half a month, I will use Nuokang''s head to pay homage to our black spy brother!" Pi Lei''s eyes were slightly red, and he said with hatred.


    Every member of the black spy was personally selected and trained by him, and his feelings were naturally far deeper than Guo Shouyun''s.


    After nodding and patting him on the shoulder, "Huaxia, Myanmar, and Laos also pay a lot of attention to Nuokang. So once you start, you will be extremely violent. No matter who gets in the way, you will run over, even if he is just a civilian!" Guo Shouyun finally emphasized.


    He didn''t want the soldiers he had trained so hard to lose their lives just like the policeman in the movie because of his kindness.


    "Please rest assured, boss, as long as we are enemies, kill, no, and amnesty!"

 v2 Chapter 652： Grain Rain Fund

    Chapter 652 Grain Rain Fund


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    Pire Li, who came quietly, left quietly in the dark of night. With his departure, a **** storm will be inevitable.


    The next day Guo Shouyun got up on time, and at eight in the morning, Qiu Manyun was already waiting for him in the restaurant. Although this woman sometimes unscrupulously achieves her goals, she has to admit that in addition to her outstanding appearance, she does have a lot of admirable things about her. In addition to the etiquette and respect for the elderly shown in the Chu family before, self-discipline is also extremely valuable.


    I have known Qiu Manyun for so long, especially in the past few months in the magic capital. Guo Shouyun almost never saw her sleep late. Almost always get up at 7:00 in the morning, wash up after half an hour of exercise, eat breakfast, and then arrive at the company before 9:00.


    "Look at what I do?"


    Qiu Manyun took out a small mirror from Kun''s bag and looked at her pretty face, there were no flaws on her thin face.


    "There''s nothing on your face!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun took a sip of millet porridge.


    "That''s it! You''re not... in love with me, are you?"


    Guo Shouyun rolled his eyes, "Although my impression of you has changed slightly, I still can''t talk about liking it! ... But if you''re going to go to bed, I''d be happy to accompany you!"


    "Stinky man! Humph!"


    "Okay, no kidding! Finish breakfast early and go to your company. I have to rush back to Modu. There is still a lot of things about Delong waiting for me to make a decision. I don''t have time to spend here with you."


    "I know! Really, I finally came out once, and I don''t know how to spend more time with others!"


    Guo Shouyun pretended that he didn''t hear it, otherwise, based on his understanding of Qiu Manyun, this guy would have to babble endlessly.


    After the two finished breakfast, they left the hotel and went straight to their destination.


    Teng-Chong has always been known as the ''Emerald Capital'' and the ''Jade City''. As early as more than 500 years ago, Teng-Chong merchants pioneered jade processing. During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, a large number of Teng-Chong people came to Myanmar to "go to factories", which greatly increased the output of jade in Myanmar and brought about the prosperity of the jade trade. At that time, the line from Yong-Chang, Teng-chong to Myitkyina in Myanmar used to be called "Jade Road" and "Baojing Road".


    Due to the unique geographical location of Teng-Chong, it is only 358 kilometers away from the jade producing area. In a long historical period, Teng-Chong has almost become the only channel for Burmese jade to enter China, and the transaction volume of jade accounts for almost 90% of the world. Although it has declined in modern times due to various reasons such as war and politics, with the rapid development of China''s economy, Teng-Chong has a special geographical location. The trade of jade, especially jadeite, flourished again, and it became the largest jadeite distribution center in the southwest. Almost all domestic jewelry companies set up branches here, and even set up processing factories directly here.


    Qiu Manyun''s Jinyuan Jewelry also opened a jade processing factory in the suburbs of Teng-chong.


    "I bought this place in August last year. The place is not big, only 8,000 square meters. Part of it is a factory for storing jade. The other part is a factory for calcite and processing."


    Following Qiu Manyun''s introduction, the car drove in after the electric door was opened. Then stopped on a small square paved with cement.


    After she got out of the car, a middle-aged man in a black suit hurried over.


    "Mr. Qiu!"


    Qiu Manyun nodded and pointed to the man beside him, "This is Mr. Guo!"


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    Wang Zusheng has been following Qiu Manyun for several years, and he has some understanding of this young lady''s background and personality. In the past, it was rare for her to bring men her age here. Therefore, Wang Zusheng couldn''t help but glance at each other a few more times.


    "Pharaoh, have all the ingredients we bought from the public market arrived?"


    "It arrived the day before yesterday, and it''s all in the warehouse!"


    "Take me to see!"


    "Mr. Qiu, Mr. Guo, please come with me!"


    Wang Zusheng led the way in front, and took the two to the front of a warehouse with a length of about 50 meters and a height of about 5 meters.


    After greeting the workers, Wang Zusheng opened the two doors, which were four meters high and three meters wide and covered with steel plates. Wang Zusheng turned on the light switch in the corner. The warehouse that was originally pitch-dark suddenly turned into two trips. On the ground hardened with cement, it is divided into different areas, and there are about a thousand or more gambling stones large and small.


    "Mr. Qiu, this time we bought a total of 1,847 pieces of wool material from the public market. Among them, 157 pieces of fully blocked material, 739 pieces of semi-blocked material, and 951 pieces of open material. ... Here are the fully blocked materials, which performed well. 27 pieces are placed on the shelf over there alone. In the middle are semi-blocking materials, 217 pieces of high-quality materials for ice, water and egg white, and medium and low-grade materials for dry white, cyan, oil green, and horse tooth. 542 pieces. The rest on the left and the back are clear materials, 331 pieces of high-quality materials for ice, water, and egg white, and 720 pieces of medium and low-grade materials for dry white, cyan, oil green, and horse tooth."


    "Didn''t we buy a piece of glass seed material? Where did we put it?" Qiu Manyun said after walking around the warehouse.


    "Keep it alone in the safe! I''ll show you!"


    "Let''s go later!" Qiu Manyun waved his hand, "How much did this year''s Biaowang sell for?"


    "This year''s public bid king is a 7.8kg piece of semi-blocking material from the Pagan factory, glass violet, which sold for 9.99 million euros and was bought by Hong Kong''s ''Gu Yu Fund''."


    "It''s them again!"


    Qiu Manyun glanced at Guo Shouyun, who seemed to have nothing to do with him, and smiled.


    Wang Zusheng didn''t notice the boss''s strangeness, and his tone was full of envy and a trace of resentment, and continued: "Yeah! ... From 2001 to the present, half of the top jade materials of glass and Gaobing that appeared in the Myanmar public market have entered the market. Their pockets. And not only jade, but also the red, sapphire and tree jade that are traded on the public market every year, the top materials are also eaten by half of them, they are really rich."


    "Yes! It is indeed rich and powerful!"


    Looking at Qiu Manyun''s eyes staring at him with a smile, as well as the tone of voice he had previously pointed. Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, but didn''t say anything.


    "Do you like gambling stones?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "I''m not interested."


    "I''m not interested, you''re still making a big deal on the public market? ... After three years, the Guyu Fund has invested almost 400 million US dollars in high-end jewelry materials, right?"


    Guyu Fund is a private equity fund under Hanhua Capital that invests in high-end jewelry raw materials. Over the years, the funds in high-end jewelry raw materials such as jadeite, Hetian jade, red and sapphire, high-grade diamonds, emeralds, Tianhuangshi, and bloodstone have reached 437 million US dollars. Although I buy only six or seven pieces every year, and sometimes no more than 20 pieces, they are all top-quality jewelry materials!


    Because of the rapid development of the Asian market economy, the sales of the luxury goods industry have been continuously increased, and the annual growth rate of Guyu Fund has exceeded 30%. A 20% profit share and a 1.5% handling fee have allowed Hanhua Capital to make money every day.


    Of course, in addition to making money, the fierce Gu Yu Fund has become the most troublesome existence for major jewelry companies!


    "Maybe! I rarely ask about the specific operating figures of its subsidiaries!" Guo Shouyun said flatly.


    Qiu Manyun took two steps forward, grabbed his arm, and said charmingly: "Anyway, you are investing in jade to make money. Why don''t you hand over these high-end materials to Jinyuan Jewelry, I promise to invite the best designers to make top-quality products. , I''ll sell you a high price then!"


    "I never interfere with the normal operation of Hanhua, so if you want to get the materials of the Grain Rain Fund, you can talk to them yourself."


    As a private equity fund, the lock-up period of Guyu Fund is one year. When the one-year period expires, it is inevitable that customers will withdraw funds. For capital turnover, the Grain Rain Foundation occasionally sells a piece or two of jewelry, but such opportunities are rare. Because Guo Shouyun��s investment strategy for Guyu Fund, Frostfall Fund, which invests in art, Xiaohan Fund, which invests in high-end wood, and Dahan Fund, which invests in high-end wine and liquor, is to hoard, and obtain ten, twenty years, or even after a long time. long-term benefits.


    However, in Asia, except for Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Singapore, the economy is generally underdeveloped, and the concept of wealth management is not popular, so there are not many customers willing to invest in art, high-end alcohol, jewelry and jade. Therefore, the main funds of these four funds mainly come from Guo Shouyun''s own black money. For example, he realized the funds after realizing the treasures of the Indian temple, and realized the money and loot earned by the inner guard troops as mercenaries. The latter may not be too much. But the former, excluding those hard-to-realize works of art, is worth more than $8 billion in gold plus jewelry and diamonds alone. One-third of this money has been realized, and the rest is slowly realized through Qiu Manyun''s golden jewelry, except that it will be taken out for emergencies when the funds of the inner guard troops on Yulin Island cannot be turned around; most All the time is stored in Han Hua Bank for financial management.


    In this way, the value can be quickly appreciated, and it can also be slowly washed away with time. Moreover, the four powerful private equity funds can also attract new customers. In this way, the changes of the four funds are very low, and the hoarded jewelry materials, art, and high-end alcohol are rarely realized. Naturally, there is no need to cooperate with outside jewelers.


    As for why it is also jewelry, why should the jewelry of the Indian temple treasure be sold, and the new jewelry should be hoarded instead? The reason is quite simple. Anything that is not whitewashed has no value at all except that it can be played at home. At best, it is just a beautiful stone.


    "Of course I will talk about it, but can''t you say hello to me?" Qiu Manyun was not someone who was dismissed so easily.


    "Our deal doesn''t include this!"


    Guo Shouyun, who already knew this woman''s cunning very well, didn''t like her at all.


    Looking at the back who turned and left, Qiu Manyunqiao didn''t show any frustration of failure on her face, instead she smiled and took the initiative to follow.


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 v2 Chapter 653： government invitation

    Chapter 653 Government Invitation


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    On the way from the warehouse to the processing workshop, Wang Zusheng looked suspiciously at the tall young man next to him, dressed in plain clothes but with a calm demeanor. He could never have imagined that the "Guyu Jewelry Investment Fund", which has strong strength and stirred up the Asian jewelry market in the past three years, is its asset!


    The capital of hundreds of millions of dollars, combined with the appearance of the other party in his early twenties, caused a strong visual impact.


    However, I can''t believe it and I can''t believe it. Thinking about the identity and background of her own boss, people who can make her treat each other as equals, and even have a bit of flattery between their words and deeds, are of course not ordinary!


    Compared with Wang Zusheng''s uncertainty, Guo Shouyun was more interested in the jewelry processing workshop here.


    Watching the workers untie the pieces of jade raw material and throw away the waste. Lines are drawn on the flat jade material, a sharp knife cuts the flat jade material into cylinders, the cylinders are then cut into jade pieces of equal thickness, and then polished into bracelets, a complete set of procedures, fast and simple.


    "Are all jade raw materials processed in this way?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Medium and low-end jadeite materials are machine-processed. High-end materials are machine-cut and then hand-polished."


    "Also here?"


    "No, the processing factory here only processes low-end jadeite, and Jinyuan Jewelry also has a processing factory in Modu, where high-end materials are processed."


    "Why split into two different factories? Wouldn''t it be more convenient to manage if they were all in one?"


    "The land route to the north of Myanmar is not safe. Therefore, I always airlift high-end wool materials to Modu, where they are processed, and there are many skilled jade carving masters there. In addition, the amount of medium and low-end wool materials is relatively large, and it is in Teng~ It can also save shipping costs after the punch is processed directly.��


    "Why not go by sea, wouldn''t it be safer?"


    "Not all of my wool comes from the stock market!" Qiu Manyun said with a smile.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at her, and with this woman''s ability and skill, it was really not difficult to get goods directly from the origin of jadeite.


    "Is all the wool bought this year processed here?"


    "No! As usual, half of the ingredients will be stored." Qiu Manyun replied.


    "store?"


    "Yeah!... Jadeite is a non-renewable resource. After the excavation was completed that day, the remaining materials can last for a while, and they will be even more valuable." After a pause, Qiu Manyun smiled, "Shouyun, you have an investment vision. Not only you, but others too!"


    "You''re not stupid!"


    "Hate, of course they are not stupid!"


    Ignoring Qiu Manyun''s slight anger and anger, Guo Shouyun went around the production line, "Then what about these scraps, don''t bother."


    "Jadeite processing, the first must be to make bracelets. If it can''t be made into bracelets, or the leftover scraps of bracelets are made into Buddha statues; or they are polished into beads and made into bracelets or necklaces. The remaining scraps can be made into Necklace embellishment; the remaining jade powder will also be stamped into jewelry and pendants and sold to small vendors in tourist attractions; in short, not a single bit will be wasted!"


    Sure enough, capitalists will not miss any opportunity to make money. It is necessary to develop the value of every means of production to the extreme. However, Guo Shouyun is not surprised by this, because he is doing the same now.


    Under the leadership of Qiu Manyun, Guo Shouyun exhausted his curiosity and wanted to leave after earning a lap in the entire jade processing factory.


    However, Qiu Manyun still has to check the accounts of the jade processing factory, as well as the inventory and storage of jade materials for the public plate, and he has to stay here for two more days. Considering that the two came together and the other party accompanied him to Ailao Mountain, he was too embarrassed to abandon the other party and go back alone. Guo Shouyun stayed in Teng~chong and waited. But when he waited, something else happened.


    Looking at the middle-aged man standing in front of him with respect and closeness on his face.


    "Are you the director of the General Office of Yunnan Province?"


    "Exactly! On behalf of Secretary Qin and senior officials, I invite Mr. Guo to our provincial government!" Qian Qingfeng, director of the Health Office of Yunnan Province, said respectfully.


    With the increasing number of Guo Shouyun''s visits to China, his name and deeds have appeared more and more on the desks of senior officials all over China. Especially in this Delong incident that shook the whole country, the debt of nearly 35 billion and the loss of 20 billion Huaxia coins affected the whole body. Even the central government has made emergency plans to prepare for the economic impact of the collapse of Delong. . But I never thought that after Guo Shouyun intervened, the crisis was wiped out lightly.


    Delong''s crisis is still there, but the name Guo Shouyun and his giant companies that are well-known in the global business world are like a needle in the sea, instantly calming almost everyone''s anxiety.


    No one doubted that he could not pay back the money. Although the loss of 35 billion Huaxia coins is astronomical in the eyes of the Chinese business community, it is placed on Guo Shouyun, who is a financial genius. If a company in the United States chooses any one, its annual revenue will exceed this figure.


    If it is said that the previous image of Bruce Aaron Kwok is the same as Bill Gates, it can only be viewed from a distance and cannot be mocked. Then this Delong incident made him truly stand in front of all walks of life in China, and made his talent, wealth and power displayed more clearly and impressively.


    Today, he is no longer just a symbol of wealth on the other side of the ocean, active on TV and newspapers, but a super tycoon with world-class influence who can really cooperate.


    It is precisely because of this change in image that when Guo Shouyun''s Kunpeng applied for a flight permit to Kunming Airport, the Yunnan Provincial Government, which learned that he was coming, really took it seriously.


    Originally, they thought, out of courtesy and respect, to let Guo Shouyun, who came from afar, take a day off in Kunming and Ming, and invite him at the door the next day. But I never thought that people would leave early the next morning. Qian Qingfeng, who was instructed to prepare to invite him, was in vain.


    After finding the license plate number of Guo Shouyun''s vehicle through the Sky Eye system, he learned that he went to Yu~xi. By the time he arrived at Yu~xi, Guo Shouyun had already gone to Xinping, and when he felt Xinping, Guo Shouyun had already left for Teng~chong.


    Just chasing and chasing all the way, and finally blocked the super rich in Tengchong ~ stopped! In a few more years, Qian Qingfeng might not need such trouble. But the Sky Eye system in 2004 was not as dense as later generations. It takes a certain amount of time for the information to come back, so he failed to block the other party several times.


    Fortunately, people are still in Yunnan Province and have not left. Otherwise, he may lose his job.


    "Director Qian, how did you know I was in Tengchong?"


    "This?... We only knew you were here by tracking Mr. Guo''s license plate number!" Qian Qingfeng said with a bit of a scalp.


    "I see!"


    Seeing that he was not angry, Qian Qingfeng was also relieved.


    "...So you ran with me all the way from Kunming to Ming!" Guo Shouyun quickly guessed the whole story.


    "Yes!"


    Qian Qingfeng is a little embarrassed!


    "It''s hard for Director Qian to follow me all the way. In fact, you just need to make a phone call in advance. When I get back to Kunming, I will naturally visit!"


    "Mr. Guo''s identity is extraordinary. Only by visiting in person can we show our sincerity!"


    "It makes me feel ashamed! But I still have to stay in Teng-chong for a day. If Director Qian doesn''t dislike it, how about we meet in Kun-ming tomorrow?"


    "No problem, of course no problem! Mr. Guo is busy with his own business first."


    Guo Shouyun was invited, and he completed the task. As for going back a few days later, it was not a problem.


    The next day, Qiu Manyun, who had dealt with the jade processing factory, rushed back to Kunming along with Guo Shouyun.


    "They took so much trouble to invite you, they must be asking for cooperation."


    "Such a simple question, of course I want to get it." Guo Shouyun said.


    "So what? What are you going to do?"


    "I haven''t thought about it yet, why don''t you give me an idea?" Guo Shouyun turned his head and asked.


    "Why, are you going to test me?"


    "Even so!"


    "I helped you, what''s the reward?" Qiu Manyun blinked and asked charmingly.


    "Don''t say it!"


    "Humph! I don''t even know how to make people happy!" After a pause, Qiu Manyun''s expression straightened.


    "Dian Province is located in the southwest border, and the transportation and economy are not developed. The only geographical advantage is that it is close to Southeast Asia and India. Unfortunately, none of Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam have a climate, and there is not even a decent railway between them. As for India, being across the Himalayas doesn��t help much either. So, for a long time, the basis for developing large-scale heavy industry has not existed here, and finance is even more impossible.��


    "...Retail and agriculture are suitable. However, if the two main leaders of a province receive you in person, if you just open a few retail stores or build a few farms, you can''t explain it."


    "...Technology industry There is no talent base here. Entertainment industry, unless you invest in building a Universal Studios here, but the economy of Yunnan Province cannot support such a large project."


    "In this case, those companies under your banner are most suitable for real estate and tourism in Yunnan Province! So, are you going to develop a commercial complex, or invest in a few tourism projects?"


    Looking at Qiu Manyun''s graceful and shrewd eyes, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment and then smiled, "I can''t tell, you still have the potential to become a female Zhuge."


    "Of course! Although Miss Ben is not as successful as you in business, she has been in this industry for many years, and she always has experience. Besides, Miss Ben is naturally beautiful and extremely smart. If the problem is difficult, it is really laughable and generous!" Qiu Manyun proudly held his head up, his pretty face full of self-confidence.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at her, smiled lightly, and said nothing more.


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 v2 Chapter 654： Tourism Development Plan

    Chapter 654 Tourism Development Plan


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    "Hey, I said so much, why didn''t you even say anything?"


    Guo Shouyun''s quietness made Qiu Manyun extremely dissatisfied.


    "What do you want to express?"


    "At the very least, you should compliment others. Anyway, I will help you come up with ideas!"


    "Didn''t I step over you before?"


    "not enough!"


    "Then what else do you want?"


    Qiu Manyun rolled his eyes, "I want a jade bracelet, the kind you gave to Ji Hong and Ji Zheng during Chinese New Year!"


    Guo Shouyun said calmly: "If there is none, I will make two!"


    "You lied to me! I''ve already asked, your piece of ''fire phoenix'' jade material, let Master Qi Yu in the capital make seven bracelets."


    "How did you know?" Guo Shouyun frowned.


    "You forgot, I''m in the jewelry industry, how could this kind of news hide from me!" Qiu Manyun said with a smug smile.


    Guo Shouyun knew that, with Qiu Manyun''s family background and influence in the jewelry industry, it was really not difficult to understand this matter that he did not deliberately keep secret.


    "My bracelets are all useful, so I can''t give them to you! Besides, you just want to exchange my tens of millions of glass species of red jade with just a few words. Do you think it''s possible?"


    "What a few words, I am a business consultation, there is no consultation without payment!"


    "Your consultation is worthless!" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    Seeing his disgust, Qiu Manyun gritted his teeth in anger.


    "Will you give it?"


    "No! Since you call yourself smart, you should have guessed what those bracelets mean to me. So, it can''t be given to you."


    Those bracelets are reserved for his lover, he has nothing to do with Qiu Manyun, of course he can''t give them.


    "Boss, we''re here!" the part-time driver''s bodyguard reminded.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, pushed the door and walked down.


    "This guy is an elm head, or intentional! But no matter what you think, don''t try to get rid of me."


    I heard footsteps behind me and saw someone coming.


    "Why did you keep up?"


    "Why can''t I come?"


    Looking at her appearance, Guo Shouyun frowned, "Do whatever you want, but the people you meet in a while are extraordinary, don''t talk nonsense!"


    "Don''t worry, I know what to measure!"


    At this time, he had no time to guess Qiu Manyun''s thoughts.


    "Mr. Guo, Secretary Qin and senior officials are waiting for you in the reception hall, please come with me!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, followed Qian Qingfeng up the stairs, and walked into the seat of the Yunnan Provincial Government.


    The reception hall of the Yunnan Provincial Government is simple and elegant in decoration. When Guo Shouyun walked in, the person who was sitting inside also got up and greeted him.


    "Mr. Guo, welcome, you are our honored guest!"


    "Secretary Qin is polite, I should have come to visit earlier."


    "Mr. Guo, are you busy?"


    After the two shook hands, "Senior official, it''s nice to meet you!"


    "It''s our honor for Mr. Guo to come to our Yunnan Province to investigate and invest!"


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, but this high-ranking official would pre-empt him, and he would set him up when he came up. With so many people guarding him, he didn''t have much to say. After a faint smile, he shook hands with the surrounding government officials and greeted them one by one, and then the host and guests were seated.


    Qiu Manyun stood beside Guo Shouyun. Although he was beautiful and charming, he acted more like a secretary. Besides, isn''t it normal to have a beautiful and charming female secretary beside a young rich man? Therefore, no one asked any more questions.


    "Mr. Guo made a special trip to our Yunnan province this time, and he turned around, wondering what project he would like to invest in?"


    Just as Guo Shouyun was about to speak, he heard the senior official say: "Please rest assured, Mr. Guo, our Yunnan provincial government is very willing to cooperate with Mr. Guo''s investment and provide preferential policies as much as possible."


    His eyes swept across the faces of Secretary Qin and the high-ranking officials. The two of them sang together and did not give him a chance to refuse. But since that''s the case, he doesn''t need to be polite.


    "I came to Yunnan Province this time for two main purposes: First, to visit Chu Shijian, Mr. Chu. Second, to inspect the business environment of Yunnan Province."


    "Chu is always the banner of our business community in Yunnan Province." After the words fell, the high-ranking official''s style changed, "Mr. Guo, what do you think of the business environment of our Yunnan Province?"


    ��Excellent, especially tourism!��


    "Mr. Guo wants to develop the tourism industry in our Yunnan province?" asked the senior official.


    "Not bad! The mountains and rivers in Yunnan Province are magnificent, Ailao Mountain, Wuliang Mountain, Bangma Mountain, and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain are majestic and magnificent; the Nujiang River, Lancang River, and Jinsha River flow side by side, stretching for thousands of miles. , Dali, Lijiang, Jianshui, Huize, Weishan, six famous cultural cities, as well as rich minority cultures, are brilliant; Yunnan Province has too many tourism resources, and most of them are of very high quality. It''s a pity that it wasn''t planned well, it''s really embarrassing!" Guo Shouyun''s face was full of regret, and he almost slapped his thigh.


    "...As a returned overseas Chinese, I also hope to see the prosperity of the motherland''s economy, so I have been increasing investment in the mainland over the years. When I come to Yunnan Province this time, I also plan to invest in the development of tourism resources here."


    "Mr. Guo is right. Our Yunnan Province is indeed very rich in tourism resources, but because it is located inland, it is not as popular as the coastal provinces, and it has some economic deficiencies, so it has not been well developed. If If Mr. Guo is willing to invest, it would be great. Please rest assured, Mr. Guo, that we will cooperate with all of Mr. Guo''s investment in Yunnan Province." The senior official assured.


    "Thank you high-ranking officials! This is a plan for developing tourism resources in Yunnan Province that I have prepared these days in Yunnan Province. Please review it with Secretary Qin and senior officials!"


    He recruited Matthew, took out a copy of the plan he had prepared by the secretariat far away in the magic city from the briefcase he took and handed it over.


    After a while, Secretary Qin frowned and said in surprise, "Mr. Guo, is this all part of the plan?"


    "That''s right! After receiving the assets of Delong Group this time, we integrated its tourism resources and formed Tuniu Tourism Group. Now the group also operates three major hotels, scenic spot development and maintenance, Internet online and offline tourism companies. In order to increase our popularity in the tourism industry in China, we plan to invest heavily, select a province as the core, and give priority to concentrated development. Yunnan Province is our top priority.��


    ����After reviewing the tourism resources of Yunnan Province, we have formulated the information that Secretary Qin and senior officials are seeing now. In the next five years, we plan to invest 12 billion Chinese dollars to develop development in 16 prefecture-level cities in Yunnan Province. Two to three tourist routes, 30 to 50 scenic spots or folk scenic spots, 150 to 200 resort hotels, and 800 to 1000 double-decker buses! Thoroughly tap the tourism potential of Yunnan Province and make it a major tourism province in the country. Strong province!"


    "Mr. Guo, are you serious?" the high-ranking official said suspiciously.


    Even if the person sitting opposite is the world-famous Bruce Guo, the plan is too shocking for them. At present, there are tens of billions of projects across the country, and there are also larger investments than this. But the tourism industry is unique. Not to mention tens of billions, there are no more than one billion Huaxia coins.


    "Of course! If it''s not true, why would I have to travel all the way from the Devil''s Capital to Kunming, and even take the time to go to Yu~xi, Teng~chong and other places to investigate!"


    Guo Shouyun made a promise, and Qiu Manyun next to him rolled his eyes when he heard it. No one knows better than her what the guy next to him is coming to Yunnan Province this time. But with so many people guarding her, she wouldn''t dismantle each other.


    "But...!" Guo Shouyun changed his style, showing hesitation on his face.


    "Mr. Guo, please speak bluntly!"


    High official said.


    "Secretary Qin, high-ranking officials, you must also know that I acquired Delong Group. And I took on its 35 billion Huaxia currency deficit. In order to repay this huge amount of money, my capital chain is already very tight. Although it can still help Yunnan Province The tourism development plan has allocated funds, but it is still a lot worse than the investment of 3 billion Chinese dollars in the first year of the plan. Therefore, we hope to obtain 30% of the loan from the local commercial banks in Yunnan Province.��


    30% is 900 million!


    "Mr. Guo, the largest of our local commercial banks in Yunnan Province is Kunming Commercial Bank. It happens that Delong is its major shareholder, so in the Delong case, Kunming Commercial Bank lost a lot of money. If not If Mr. Guo takes over, I am afraid that the money will be subsidized by our government finances. Therefore, we really can''t get the 900 million fund." The senior official said quickly.


    "900 million is indeed a lot, but if it is less, it will not help." Guo Shouyun''s shirt after a while, "Why don''t we do this, the land payment paid by Tuniu Tourism Group for the development of Yunnan ProvinceWe 5 How about paying after the year? In this case, the Yunnan provincial government does not need to pay, and we can use less funds to build all the projects as soon as possible.��


    "Five years?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "After five years, all projects will be officially put into operation, and we will have enough income to repay the loan. Otherwise, we will not only have to bear the losses of Delong, but also be responsible for such a huge investment in the tourism development plan of Yunnan Province. It''s not enough! After all, assets are not equal to liquidity. Although I have a lot of companies, it is impossible to allocate five or six billion US dollars all at once!"


    "Mr. Guo, we can actually slow down the development plan. For example, the number of 16 prefecture-level cities will be reduced to 8, and the number of scenic spots, resort hotels and passenger cars will also be reduced by half!" Secretary Qin said.


    "Although Secretary Qin''s idea is good, it also relieves our financial pressure. But it is not in line with our group''s plan. The reason why we invest such a huge amount of money to develop tourism resources in Yunnan Province In addition to the expanding tourism market, we also want to use this huge investment project to increase the popularity of our Tuniu Tourism Group in the tourism industry and establish our dominance in the industry. The vibration effect is not as great, which is not what we want."

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    Secretary Qin and the senior officials looked at each other, "Mr. Guo, we need to discuss this matter before we can give you a specific answer!"


    "No problem. I will stay in Kunming for three days. I hope we can reach a cooperation in the end!" After speaking, he stood up.


    "Mr. Guo has worked hard all the way to investigate, so we won''t delay much." Secretary Qin said.


    "goodbye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After the two sides shook hands, Guo Shouyun left the provincial government office with the other party''s farewell. The senior officials originally planned to let him live in the government guest house, but Guo Shouyun refused.


    "Are you really going to invest 12 billion Chinese dollars in tourism development in Yunnan Province?"


    Back in the car, with only the two of them left, Qiu Manyun, who could no longer hold back his doubts, immediately asked.


    "Didn''t you hear and see just now!"


    "But when did you make such a grand tourism development plan? Didn''t you come to Yunnan this time to visit Chu Shijian?"


    "After receiving Delong''s tourism assets, I plan to develop China''s tourism industry, but I haven''t decided where to invest yet. This time, the Yunnan provincial government took a chance and talked to them first." Guo Shouyun said .


    After nodding clearly, "But isn''t this plan too big?"


    "Do you really think it''s big?" Guo Shouyun asked rhetorically.


    "Isn''t 12 billion Chinese dollars not big? The investment in the Gezhouba Hydropower Station is only 5 billion, and the investment in the main project of the Three Gorges Dam is only 50 billion, what do you think?" Qiu Manyun rolled his eyes.


    "I don''t think it''s a lot. 12 billion Chinese coins in five years, which is equivalent to 300 million US dollars a year. In my current capacity, a contract that I personally negotiate with is a small investment!"


    "Then you were crying just now!"


    "I''m a businessman, so of course I must strive for my best interests." Guo Shouyun said of course.


    "Then what if they don''t agree to your terms?"


    "Actually, I hope they don''t agree!" A smile appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face.


    "why?"


    "According to international management, the actual investment of large-scale project investors is basically 20% to 30%, and the rest is raised by bank loans and bonds, and then the pre-tax net profit after the completion of the project is used to repay the loan. This can not only reduce the amount of corporate income tax, but also maximize the use of financial leverage to achieve investment goals. The same is true for my investment in Yunnan Province. Therefore, I don��t care about the nine companies in the hands of Phoenix Bank and Hanhua Holdings. 100 million in loans. Don''t care about those land payments."


    "Then why did you mention this condition just now?" Qiu Manyun asked curiously.


    "Hard to play! ... If they don''t agree to the fact that I have delayed paying the land payment after five years, plus the 900 million loan was rejected before, it means that I have taken two steps back in a row. There are only three things, wait until I really When the conditions are presented, it is not easy for them to refuse." Guo Shouyun said to himself.


    "You are really cunning, but I''m more curious about what conditions do you want?"


    Looking at her curious eyes, Guo Shouyun pointed to his lips.


    "what?"


    "Secret, secret!" Guo Shouyun said slowly.


    After Qiu Manyun was stunned for a moment, he quickly reacted. Immediately, her pretty face was full of anger, and she leaned on Guo Shouyun with her teeth and claws open.


    "Shit cloud, you are playing with me!"


    "What **** cloud, it''s Guo Shouyun! I warn you, hurry up, or don''t blame me for being rude to you."


    "I''m rude to you!"


    Qiu Manyun rode onto his thigh and bit Guo Shouyun''s nose.


    "Are you a dog...?"


    Before he could finish speaking, his soft lips were blocked. With the dexterous tongue and teeth, Guo Shouyun''s original idea of ??resisting quickly declined.


    Aware of the strangeness behind, Matthew quickly found a secluded park path and instructed the driver to drive over. After parking, the two got out of the car and joined the surrounding bodyguards to alert.


    Although the two people in the car were immersed in beauty, the change could be noticed. After the car became quiet, Qiu Manyun''s movements instantly became bolder. While gasping for a deep kiss, he kept his hands and took off his coat.


    It is now the end of April and the beginning of May. Kunming is located in the southwest. The temperature near noon is already 26 or 7 degrees. Qiu Manyun is wearing a white lady''s tunic. At this time, when she took it off, only a red lace bra was left on her upper body.


    After she unbuttoned the front button, two papayas jumped out instantly. Guo Shouyun, who saw this scene out of the corner of his eyes, his breathing suddenly became rapid.


    Aware of his change, Qiu Manyun smiled proudly, took his hand and put it on his chest. The soft touch instantly penetrated all the defenses in his heart.


    Everything after that happened naturally, but because there was no small umbrella, when Guo Shouyun wanted to withdraw at the last moment, he was stopped by Qiu Manyun''s slender legs.


    "I want to have a baby for you!"


    For a man, this sentence does not mention the most violent aphrodisiac medicine, especially when combined with Qiu Manyun''s charming and sultry demeanor and peerless appearance.


    There was nothing to say, with the different humming and screaming of the two, the shaking car finally quieted down. The surrounding bodyguards looked at their noses and cared, and none of them moved a dozen meters away.


    After glancing at Qiu Manyun, who was still recovering his strength beside him, "Why? Don''t you hate me very much?"


    "You really don''t understand a woman''s heart at all. When a woman says she hates you but is still with you, it means she likes you!"


    Qiu Manyun turned sideways, and his slender fingers drew circles on the chest of the man beside him.


    "You know my situation, we are not destined to become husband and wife!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Husband and wife? You want me or I don''t want to!"


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t figure out the brain circuit of the woman who planned to give him a child just a moment ago.


    After noticing his questioning expression, Qiu Manyun said with a smile: "How much long-term love can there be in the world? No matter how much love is there, the person who loves deeply will not feel the same after a long time? At that time, a paper marriage contract became a bondage, I don''t want to do that. What I yearn for is to be together when we like it, and to separate when we don''t feel it. It''s good to be free, so that maybe we can maintain the relationship between us for a longer time."


    "Then why didn''t you find one of you before?"


    When he inserted it just now, he clearly felt a layer of obstruction. Guo Shouyun is no stranger to this feeling.


    "The most precious thing for a woman is this layer of film. With such a precious asset, of course I want to find a good investment object!" He stretched out his hand and pulled the face of the man beside him to him, looking at his eyes, Qiu Manyun smiled, "After so many years , you are the only young man who can make your aunt want to conquer, so it will be cheaper for you."


    "Cheap me? But why do I feel like I''m falling into a trap?"


    "Don''t be cheap and still be good. How many men want to climb on my aunt''s bed and have no chance! Now that you have it, you can have fun!" After a pause, "Can you give me the bracelet now? "


    "I''ll give it to you when I return to the Demon City, I didn''t bring it with me."


    "Also, if I have a child. Yunfan Investment must also have the shares of our mother and wife!"


    "Ji Hong told you?"


    "Um!"


    "I can promise you this."


    "Okay, help me get dressed, I have to go back and take a good bath. My body is sticky and uncomfortable."


    Guo Shouyun did not refuse, considering that he had just broken her body.


    After the two got dressed, Guo Shouyun called the bodyguards back and found a five-star hotel to stay.


    Although the car shook Qiu Manyun for more than half an hour just now, he didn''t feel too tired. After taking a hot bath, my strength returned. Because of the breakthrough in their relationship, the two live together this time.


    After cleaning up briefly, Guo Shouyun called Wang Jue.


    "Let Tang Wenfang and Xing Zhiping put down their work and come to Kunming, I will wait for them here!"


    Just after the call, Qiu Manyun, who had changed his clothes, came out.


    Looking at her wearing a blue-gray soft hat, a bright blue floral loose T-shirt, pale yellow khaki pants, and a pair of white sneakers on her feet, revealing her white bare feet; she has long hair and a shawl, dressed in casual clothes. look.


    "Where are you going?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise.


    "It''s hard to come to Kunming~Ming. Of course, I have to go out for a walk. Hurry up, you also go to change your clothes."


    "You can go by yourself Why do you pull me."


    "Isn''t it just right for a man to go shopping with a woman? How can you refuse!"


    "I really regret not being so impulsive before!"


    "It''s too late to say anything now, hurry up." After being pushed into the room by Qiu Manyun, Guo Shouyun, who changed into a casual outfit, was dragged out of the hotel by her again.


    It was already evening, and although the lights were not yet on, the delicious and interesting stores around had already passed the leisurely afternoon, and began to prepare for business in the evening, and the streets gradually became lively.


    Kunming in 2004 was far less prosperous than later generations. But in Guo Shouyun''s view, this nostalgic scene made him feel a little nostalgic.


    But nostalgia, nostalgia, after a long time, after the enthusiasm in my heart passed, time became boring. Seeing that Qiu Manyun was in high spirits, he didn''t bother. However, after looking at the street scene in the center of Kunming, he gradually became interested.


    After noticing that Guo Shouyun''s feet were speeding up, and that he had clearly started to look around, Qiu Manyun also drew his attention from the snacks and women''s goods on the street.


    "What are you looking at?"


    "How do you see it there?"


    Looking in the direction of Guo Shouyun''s finger, an old cultural palace appeared in front of her.


    "What''s there to see, if you like it. The Palace of Culture in the capital is bigger than this, and has more historical and cultural value!"


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    Chapter 656 Traffickers


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    "I don''t see cultural values!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly.


    "Then what are you looking at?"


    Looking at her curious eyes, Guo Shouyun, who was a step closer to the relationship between the two, did not hide it.


    "Of course it''s commercial value! If the old Cultural Palace is demolished and the surrounding low buildings are added. At least nearly 15 hectares of land can be vacated. If commercial renovation is carried out here, at least 23 5a buildings can be built. Super high-rise office buildings, plus commercial complexes of more than 300,000 square meters, affiliated pedestrian streets, hotels and other facilities. If the red building next to it can be demolished, a residential area can be added.��


    He pointed to a six-storey red old office building next to the Palace of Culture.


    Seeing Qiu Manyun''s surprised look, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Didn''t you always want to know the purpose behind my negotiation with the Yunnan provincial government? Well, that''s it!"


    "estate?!"


    Qiu Manyun is not a fool either.


    "That''s right! In the contract I negotiated with the Yunnan Provincial Government, there is a construction plan for a resort hotel. The resort hotel may not be entirely in the scenic area, but also in the urban area. Building a hotel in an urban area requires land. If I properly build a hotel If they want to expand their land and invest in a large-scale commercial complex with residential quarters, high-end hotels, commercial centers, office buildings, and leisure plazas that integrate commerce, tourism, and culture, they will not refuse. After all, this is a prosperous city. The economy can be their achievement in their upward movement.��


    "You don''t want to develop the sixteen prefecture-level cities in Yunnan Province, plus Kunming, do you?" After being stunned for a while, Qiu Manyun said in shock.


    "certainly!"


    "You''re crazy, do you know how much it will cost? Goodbye and your tourism development plan, two 12 billion may not be enough."


    "It seems that you have been in the business environment of Huaxia for a long time. You can''t get rid of the traditional financial concept of Huaxia that you can eat as much money as you want. In fact, investment, especially investment in real industries, does not Have you invested all of your own money? Even if there is, it won''t be like this."


    "Okay, like you said, you can take out loans or issue bonds. But for such a high loan, the annual interest is not a small amount. What if you lose money?"


    "Loss?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head and laughed. It is impossible for Huaxia to invest in real estate in the next 20 years.


    "Go back and I''ll give you an investigation report of Huaxia Real Estate. You won''t ask that question when you read it!"


    Of course, the financial concepts and business methods that have been formed for more than ten years cannot be easily changed with a few words from Guo Shouyun. However, just when Qiu Manyun was about to continue speaking, he was interrupted by an unexpected situation.


    "Brother, sister, let''s do it!"


    The childish words made the two of them turn their heads subconsciously to look over.


    I saw a unkempt, shabby-looking boy with bare arms, half-exposed elbows, no shoes on his feet, and dirty all over. He was about six or seven years old, holding his hands in his arms and looking earnestly. look at them.


    Such a scene, as long as people who are not hard-hearted, will be touched when they see it.


    After giving Matthew, who was already approaching his side, a worry-free look, Guo Shouyun squatted down. At this time, Qiu Manyun had taken out all the money from her Kun bag and put it into the little boy''s hand.


    "I just bought something, and I don''t have much money. How much do you have?" Qiu Manyun, who still thought it was not enough, turned around and asked.


    In his previous life, Guo Shouyun was used to mobile payment, and when he was in the United States, he was used to swiping cards. After coming to Huaxia, he seldom went shopping, so there was also not much money in his pocket. He touched all the pockets up and down, but only managed to collect less than a thousand dollars.


    "Why is that so?" Qiu Manyun said dissatisfied.


    "How about I go to the ATM to get some points?" Guo Shouyun said with a wry smile.


    Considering that the ATM was far away from here, Qiu Manyun shook his head.


    "Here, these are all for you."


    "Thank you sister, thank you brother!"


    The little boy looked at the money in his hand that he might not be able to get for a month, and his dirty little face was full of surprises.


    After Qiu Manyun nodded, "What about the adults in your family? Why are you here alone?"


    The little boy''s expression darkened, his thin little hands tightly clutching the money in his hand, and he whispered, "There are no adults in my family!" After a pause, "Thank you brother and sister, you are good people, and there will be good rewards in the future!"


    After he finished speaking, he turned and ran. Only then did Guo Shouyun realize that his right leg was not very flexible. Running limping, the speed is not very fast.


    Guo Shouyun and Qiu Manyun are handsome men and women, and they are the focus of people''s attention when they walk on the street. In addition, they gave so much money to the little beggar before, and it naturally fell into the eyes of everyone.


    "Girl, you have been deceived. That little beggar has a family, but his dead ghost father is not a human being. He forced him to beg here every day, and he took all the money."


    The middle-aged aunt who opened a clothing store next door said loudly to the two of them.


    "Yeah! I''ve seen it a few times at the front of the alley. Every time this little beggar asks for money, he will go there and give it to his father."


    "I''ve seen it too."


    "How can there be such a father in the world, who actually let his children go out begging to earn money to support himself?"


    "It is estimated that it is the stepfather, who is the father like this!"


    Soon, everyone''s enthusiasm for gossip outweighed their attention to Qiu Manyun.


    But listening to their discussions, Guo Shouyun had a strange feeling in his heart, remembering some reports from his previous life. He immediately waved to the side.


    "Matthew?"


    "boss!"


    "Send someone to follow you!"


    After Matthew nodded, he greeted a bodyguard and gave a few words, and the latter quickly chased in the direction where the little beggar left.


    "What are you doing?" Qiu Manyun also noticed the situation around him.


    "It''s nothing, let''s go!" Guo Shouyun smiled, and continued to move forward with Qiu Manyun, secretly said, "I hope I''m overhearted."


    The two walked less than 100 meters forward, and the micro radio that Matthew hung on his ear rang.


    "boss!"


    "How about it?"


    "As you might expect, this is indeed a scam."


    Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows, "Go, go and have a look!"


    They were originally going in the direction Xiao Qier left, so there was no need to turn back.


    "What''s wrong?"


    Qiu Manyun asked.


    "We encountered some accidents, let''s go and see!"


    The situation is unclear, and Guo Shouyun did not say much. However, the time the two have spent together is not too short now, and Qiu Manyun knows very well that the man around him is not an eventful person. Since he said that, something must have happened.


    Following behind Guo Shouyun, the group walked forward for about 70 to 80 meters, turned into an alley, and at the corner at the end of the alley, they met the little boy they had seen before.


    Compared to the first time I saw him before, there was a red palm print on his face. Judging from the size, it was obvious that it was hit by an adult.


    The bodyguard sent by Guo Shouyun before was holding a young man in his early thirties, with a thin face, triangular eyes and a fierce look.


    "Boss, the money given by you and Miss Qiu was stolen by this man!"


    Seeing them, especially when he noticed Matthew and the others, who were strong and agile, the triangular-eyed man showed a trace of fear on his face. However, Guo Shouyun hated the possessiveness on his face when he saw Qiu Manyun. It was nothing before, but now this woman has her own label, how can she allow others to covet her? ! However, he couldn''t do anything to others just because of one look, he just didn''t like it very much.


    "Who are you? Why are you robbing him of his money?" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "I''m his father, and his money is mine. I take my son''s money right and right! Who are you? Why are you beating me? I want to call the police? Let you pay for my medical expenses and mental damages?"


    The triangular-eyed man became more and more confident as he spoke, and his body continued to struggle. Unfortunately, beside Guo Shouyun, under the hands of these elite soldiers who had been on the battlefield and had been trained for a long time, his arms were locked behind him, like a chopping board waiting for him. The dead fish that was killed had no hope of breaking free except for the futile struggle.


    "You said he was your son?" Guo Shouyun crouched down and said in a low voice, "But why do I see you as a trafficker!"


    The triangular-eyed man''s face changed, and his pupils instantly shrank. Although it quickly returned to normal, it undoubtedly confirmed Guo Shouyun''s guess.


    "You are the trafficker, this kid is Lao Tzu''s seed. Let me go, I will sue you for slander."


    "Defamation? Ha!" Guo Shouyun stood up after a mocking smile.


    "Shouyun, how do you know he is a human trafficker?" Qiu Manyun asked curiously.


    "Guess!"


    "Guess what?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. He had seen this kind of case on the news more than once in his last life. Usually traffickers abduct children, break their legs, or blind their eyes, and then let them go begging in the streets, which is easier to win people''s sympathy, and of course let these poor children earn money for them to more money.


    Compared with these scumbags, the traffickers who sell their children to the mountains are equally abhorrent, but they still have a bottom line.


    Without explaining more to Qiu Manyun, he turned around and looked at the little boy who covered his face and stood quietly, looking at the young man with hatred in his eyes.


    "Do you have a name?"


    The boy glanced at him and nodded, "My name is Guo Jing!"


    "Guo Jing? What a good name!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun continued, "Now I''ll give you a chance. If you identify him as a human trafficker and take us to their hiding place, I''ll help you get them all. Catch them, then rescue your companions and help you get home. If you don''t want to, I''ll just pretend that I haven''t encountered anything today."


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    Chapter 657 Police Station


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    "Shouyun...?"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand and motioned Qiu Manyun not to say more. The woman was broken behind by him, and he didn''t know if she had turned sex. Much respect for his explanation.


    "How about it?"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun, and then at the triangular-eyed man who was knocked to the ground, there was a hint of hesitation on the boy''s face. For people who have been oppressed for a long time, it is not easy to get them to resist. People who are submissive are used to living under oppression, and they don''t even know that resistance is a terrible thing. Guo Shouyun suddenly wanted to study this child in this way.


    "Stinky boy, don''t talk nonsense, be careful of you...!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, and the bodyguard who knew it instantly pressed the triangular-eyed man''s head to the ground. He was naturally speechless after eating a mouth full of dust.


    Seeing this scene, and looking at Guo Shouyun, the tall man in front of him, and the many bodyguards around him, the little boy gritted his teeth, "I''ll take you there, but you have to rescue my sister."


    "Can!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "But I don''t know how to get there?"


    "Um?"


    "Every time we go out to beg, they will cover our eyes, and when we get to the place, they will take it off and let us get off the car. The same is true when we go back. But because of this, I secretly listened to them, the place is called Wangjiaying Village! "Guo Jing, the little beggar, explained quickly.


    "Shouyun, do you want to call the police first?" It was the first time that Qiu Manyun had encountered such a situation, and habitually thought of the police.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at the child in front of him, who was with his own family and had a big head.


    "I promised to rescue his sister, but it''s impossible to break my promise. And the police are too noisy. If the guys are disturbed and they run away in advance, it will be bad."


    "Can it be done with just the few of us?" Qiu Manyun was a little skeptical. The bodyguards around them add up to eight people.


    "enough!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded confidently. Those responsible for the security around him are the elites of the inner guard. If they are fully armed, they are all elites of special warfare. Even with bare hands, dealing with some traffickers is easy. Moreover, the bodyguards around Guo Shouyun all applied for a gun license in Huaxia.


    "Matthew, find a quiet place and get me the bottom of this guy."


    Matthew, who once served in the Marine Corps, is not an elite in terms of torture, but he has no problem dealing with an ordinary person. Sure enough, it took less than five minutes for Matthew to drag this guy into the car and everything was done.


    "Boss, there are 9 people in this gang, the eldest is a man named ''Dog Ge'', who is currently renting at No. 32 Wangjiaqiao Village, Phuket Street. They have about 20 children, each of whom is responsible for two to three Every day at 8:00 in the morning, I drive to the bustling area of ??Kun-Ming for begging, and go back around 9:00 in the evening.��


    "So if we go to the door now, we won''t be able to catch it all in one go!"


    "Yes!"


    Just when Guo Shouyun was annoyed because he couldn''t immediately "act as a chivalrous man", or play a more interesting game of "cat and mouse", a middle-aged man in a plaid shirt and a young man in a white T-shirt. The man walked over with a look of surprise.


    Without Guo Shouyun saying hello, Matthew has automatically blocked in front of Guo Shouyun.


    The middle-aged man at the head looked at Guo Shouyun and the others, glanced at Guo Jing, the little boy next to him, and touched his left pocket with his hand.


    "Whoa...!"


    The nervous bodyguards instantly took out the pistols from their waists. The atmosphere in the alley instantly became tense. A guy who was riding a bicycle passed by, glanced curiously, his face paled instantly, shouted ''Mummy'', and then ran away.


    With four or five pistols pointed at their heads, the faces of the middle-aged and young people also turned pale, and their expressions were full of horror. Presumably they were all experiencing this for the first time. But middle-aged people are obviously more calm.


    "I''m Liu Hongjun from the Criminal Investigation Brigade of the PL Branch of KM City. This is my colleague Zhao Zhen. Don''t get me wrong!"


    Guo Shouyun knew that these bodyguards under him were used to staying in a country like the United States where guns are legal. In this case, they will subconsciously draw a gun to ensure their own safety. But China is clearly not the United States.


    "Okay, put away your guns!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, and Matthew and the others did what they said.


    "Are you the police?"


    "Yes! We are all from the Municipal Criminal Investigation Team, responsible for investigating a case of child abduction! Just now I found out that the object of our secret investigation was arrested by you, so I came to ask."


    The reason why Liu Hongjun is so happy is because he can see the extraordinaryness of these people in front of him. Especially a man and a woman who are guarded by everyone, both in appearance and temperament are the best choices, and they don''t dress like the accomplices of human traffickers, plus so many guns, as long as he is not a fool, he can guess. something.


    "I see, that''s really a misunderstanding. Wang Shuang, give them that guy just now."


    Wang Shuang, the bodyguard who caught the trafficker just now, nodded and quickly took out the triangular eye from the back seat of the car. However, compared to before, this person is now pale, his eyes are blank, and the road is unsteady. It is obvious that he was taken care of by Matthew just now.


    After Liu Hongjun and Zhao Zhen looked at each other, the latter took out a pair of handcuffs and covered the triangular eyes. It was only then that Triangle Eye regained some energy. Seeing the handcuffs on his wrists, he was stunned for a moment, and then burst into tears.


    "Comrade police, you must save me. That guy just tortured me in a different way. It''s really uncomfortable. I''ll sue them for abuse, no, intentionally hurt, woohoo...!"


    The tragic sound really makes those who hear it cry and those who see it sad.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t know whether to laugh or cry: "What did you do to him just now?"


    "I just gestured under him with the knife a few times, how could I know he was so unscared!" Matthew said helplessly after the corners of his mouth and eyes jumped.


    The eunuch''s ''high status'' among the Chinese people, it is no wonder that he has become like this.


    "Everyone, in view of the current situation, please return to the police station to cooperate with our investigation!"


    Guo Shouyun knew that the case handling procedure was like this, so he nodded cooperatively. And they have multiple guns, and they always have to give an explanation.


    "Old Liu, who are you talking about! There are guns! It scared me to death just now."


    Looking at Guo Shouyun and others walking in front, Zhao Zhen whispered.


    "Who knows, it''s not an ordinary person anyway! ... Be smart, you kid, don''t cause trouble for our sub-bureau''s criminal police team!" Obviously, Liu Hongjun noticed Zhao Zhen''s dishonest look.


    "How can it be!"


    After smiling awkwardly, Zhao Zhen was reluctant to look away from Qiu Manyun. For a person his age, it was the time when the hormones were bursting, and it was normal to see a beautiful woman unable to look away.


    Guo Shouyun had a large number of them, so naturally it was impossible for them all to take the police car. Fortunately, Liu Hongjun didn''t say much. He drove his own car and led the way, and took Guo Shouyun and the others to the PL branch.


    In Huaxia, as long as it involves guns, no matter what the reason is, it cannot be taken lightly. Therefore, after Liu Hongjun asked Zhao Zhen to take Guo Shouyun and the others to make a transcript, he hurriedly reported the matter to Wang Jian, the captain of the Criminal Investigation Brigade. Wang Jian soon found Li Mingcheng, director of the PL branch.


    "Director, when we were investigating the 703 case just now, a group of people were accidentally involved, and they all had guns..."


    "What? With a gun!"


    Li Mingcheng suddenly stood up. This is a big case.


    "Then what are you waiting for, contact the SWAT team and let them take down this gang of gangsters!"


    "Director, don''t worry. They all have legal gun licenses issued by the Ministry of Public Security." Wang Jian said quickly.


    "Gun license? Really?"


    "Really, we have verified that it is true!"


    Hearing this, Li Mingcheng breathed a sigh of relief, "Wang Jian, you have been an old criminal investigator for many years, can you finish your speech in one breath?!"


    "Can you blame me? You interrupted yourself."


    Of course, he just complained in his heart.


    "There is actually a legal gun license, it seems to be a lot of money!"


    "Not small indeed. All expats except one woman."


    "Foreigners?" Li Mingcheng instantly remembered that at noon today, he was called to the city bureau, and Director Xiao explained his own affairs in person.


    "What are those people''s names?"


    Wang Jian, who heard the nervousness in his boss''s words, was puzzled, but he didn''t dare to be slighted in his words.


    "The leader is Bruce Guo There are a few others named Matthew Bloom, Wang Shuang...!"


    Having said that, he couldn''t say any more, because the Director had already sweated on his forehead and rushed out of the office with a nervous face.


    "Guru...!"


    Hearing the voice, Guo Shouyun smiled and touched Guo Jing''s small head.


    "hungry?"


    After the latter shook his head nervously and embarrassedly, he covered his stomach and nodded lightly.


    "Comrade police, do you have anything to eat here?"


    "I still have instant noodles here." A young policewoman stood up and said.


    As long as they are not fools, it can be seen that Guo Shouyun and the others are not criminals, and their identities are extraordinary. So, the police in the office respect them too.


    "thanks!"


    After saying thanks, Guo Shouyun originally asked Wang Shuang to take it over. However, this policewoman was very diligent, so she got into it herself.


    "Why don''t I make a phone call, we can''t spend all our time here." Qiu Manyun said.


    Guo Shouyun was also hesitating whether to call Secretary Qin or a high-ranking official.


    But before he could make a decision, there were chaotic footsteps from far and near, and soon a middle-aged man with a significantly higher police rank hurried in.


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 v2 Chapter 658： 4 mansions

    Chapter 658 The Four Great Mansions


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    "Director...!"


    When the other police officers in the office saw the person coming, they quickly got up and shouted respectfully.


    Not bothering to say hello to his police officers, Li Mingcheng saw the young man surrounded by black bodyguards like stars holding the moon, and he was exactly the same as the young man in the photo that Director Xiao gave him at noon. Trembling, he walked over quickly.


    At the beginning, Director Xiao made three orders and five declarations, and he must ensure the safety of the other party in his own jurisdiction. Unexpectedly, just after this noon, the other party appeared in the branch under his jurisdiction in the afternoon. For a time, Li Mingcheng was also a little flustered.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. I''m Li Mingcheng, director of the PL branch."


    "Director Li, hello!"


    After shaking hands, Guo Shouyun said: "Now we have finished the transcript, and you have also checked the gun license and passport. If there is no problem, can we leave?"


    "certainly!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he glanced at Guo Jing who was eating instant noodles next to him.


    "Although I know that I should not interfere with your case in my capacity. But I promised the child to save his sister. So, can I know the progress of your handling of this ''children abduction case''?"


    "Mr. Guo wants to know, of course there is no problem. In fact, it has been a month since we solved this case. Now that we have figured out the situation, even if Mr. Guo does not appear, we are ready to do it tonight. When the thunder strikes , and rescue all the abducted children."


    "So that''s it. Speaking of which, we are superfluous!"


    "Mr. Guo''s chivalrous heart is understandable."


    After Mr. Guo smiled, "In this case, this child will be handed over to you. When the case is over, I hope Director Li can tell me. After all, he promised that he will always fulfill his responsibilities!"


    "Mr. Guo, please rest assured. When the case is over, I will definitely come to the door to let me know."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and walked to Guo Jing''s side, "Just stay here. These police uncles and aunts will help you rescue your sister and then take you home."


    Before the little guy could finish listening to him, he threw the fork in his hand and hugged Guo Shouyun''s thigh tightly with both hands, not letting go.


    After waving Matthew and the others back.


    "You want to come with me?"


    The little guy nodded vigorously, staring at Guo Shouyun with earnestness in his eyes!


    To be honest, Guo Shouyun also liked this little guy with the same surname as himself and a big head.


    "Director Li, do you see...?"


    "Since he is willing to follow you, Mr. Guo. If Mr. Guo doesn''t dislike it, take him back. When the case is over, just send him back. After all, we still have to find parents for these children!" After the show, Li Mingcheng said.


    "Then many thanks to Director Li. When the time comes, I will definitely bring him back in person."


    "Good talk!"


    In this way, when Guo Shouyun left the police station, there was a small tail on the back of his butt.


    "Shouyun, let''s go buy him some clothes first, then take a shower and get a haircut! Otherwise, the way he looks is really unsanitary." Qiu Manyun said.


    "Alright! Let''s find a few children''s clothing stores first."


    After Guo Jing took a shower, cut his hair, and changed his clothes, his image changed drastically. It was originally a unkempt, dirty little beggar. Now he has become a handsome boy with thick eyebrows and big eyes and three-dimensional facial features.


    Qiu Manyun touched the other''s fleshy face, and said with a hint of doting in his words: "I can''t tell, the little guy is so cute! ... Shouyun, I''ll accompany him to the hospital tomorrow to have a look at his legs. As long as it''s not congenital Sexual disease, plus he''s still so young, there should be a good chance of returning to normal."


    "Then I''ll leave this matter to you!" Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Do not worry!"


    Back at the hotel, Guo Jing slept in Matthew''s room at night. As for why not follow Guo Shouyun? Hehe, after breaking through the bottom line with Qiu Manyun, he seemed to have completely let go of his worries. Begin to enjoy this plump and sultry woman, who is extremely open between the bed and allows him to enjoy various poses!


    At nine o''clock the next morning, Xing Zhiping and Tang Wenfang, who received his news, flew over from the capital at the same time.


    "boss��!"


    "Sit down and talk!" He waved his hand, and after the two of them were seated, Guo Shouyun continued, "The last time I explained to you, how is it now?"


    "Ms. first, let Mr. Tang come first!" Xing Zhiping said with a smile.


    Tang Wenfang was not polite. After nodding, she took out the documents brought in the briefcase and put them in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Regarding the plot of the World Customs Garden, we have now changed the nature of the land to residential land. The planning and design have also been completed. In addition to the large-scale commercial complexes that need to be built, the remaining 560 acres of land in the original World Customs Garden will be prepared by us. Four large-scale residential communities in the east, west, south and north will be constructed, named Qingshan Mansion, Bailu Mansion, Maple Leaf Mansion and Shoushan Mansion. Each mansion is further divided into four districts, A, B, C and D. There are 36 33-storey super high-rise residential quarters in each district, each building has 5 units, and each unit has 5-8 households. The apartment type ratio is 4:6. The community has a total of 304,128 single apartments and 285,120 small apartments. The plot ratio of the entire project is 3.5%, and the greening rate is 30%. Once completed, it will be the second largest residential community in Beijing after Tiantongyuan.��


    "The whole project will officially start on August 1st this year. In addition to Hutchison Group, the builders also have Huaxia Construction Corporation The construction period is five years. As an inherent asset of the group, it is only rented and not sold. The remaining half of the small-family houses will be sold at market prices. In addition, according to your instructions, the off-plan houses will not be sold. All the required funds are raised from the financial market through bank loans and bonds.��


    After listening, Guo Shouyun flipped through the thick document in his hand and put it aside. If it weren''t for the repayment of bank loans, bonds and construction funds, he even planned to keep all the houses in the four major communities of Qingshan Mansion, White Deer Mansion, Maple Leaf Mansion and Shoushan Mansion in his hands for rental purposes only.


    At that time, only the profit from the appreciation of the house will far exceed the net profit from the hard work of developing dozens of real estate communities. Moreover, the former hardly needs to invest any labor cost and time cost, and can make money while lying down. The latter is much more difficult in comparison.


    Guo Shouyun thought for a moment in his heart, and a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth. After ten years, if the housing price can reach 41,000 square meters, the total value of the single apartment in the four major mansions will exceed 500 billion Chinese dollars. If you add other houses, just the assets of Universal Real Estate are comparable to some world-class banking giants.


    "Have you thought about the name of the commercial complex?"


    "After thinking about it, it''s called Universal Plaza!"


    "Universal Plaza?" Guo Shouyun nodded after tasting it, "It also matches the name of our group, so let''s call it this."


    "Yes!"


    Seeing the big boss''s gaze turned to himself, Xing Zhiping also took the documents out of the briefcase.

 v2 Chapter 659： Universal Twin Towers

    Chapter 659 Universal Twin Towers


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    "Boss, after nearly four months of construction bidding, a total of two design schemes have been reserved. They are the ''dragon-shaped scheme'' from SOM architectural design firm, and the ''zun-shaped scheme'' from Beijing Architectural Design and Research Institute. "


    "SOM Architectural Design Office''s ''dragon-shaped plan'' adopts a spiral design with a total height of 633 meters and a main building height of 582 meters, with a total of 119 floors, 6 floors of podiums, and 6 floors of basements. In the case of the twin tower design , the two buildings add up to a total of 864,783 square meters. The total construction investment is 10.8 billion Chinese dollars.��


    "The ''Zun Type Plan'' of the Beijing Architectural Design and Research Institute has a total construction area of ??887,000 square meters, including 724,000 square meters above ground and 163,000 square meters underground. Six floors, 7 floors underground. The total investment of the building is 9.8 billion Chinese dollars.��


    Guo Shouyun looked at the beautiful renderings in the two photos. The dragon-shaped plan is similar to the later-generation Magic Capital Center Building, and the respect-shaped plan is similar to the headquarters building invested by Beijing CITIC Group. However, they are all single-family buildings, and Guo Shouyun here is a stacked ''Twin Towers''.


    "The plan is really good, and the renderings are very beautiful, but it''s too high!" Guo Shouyun put down the information and said after a moment of thought.


    "Boss, according to the information we have received, the Modu World Financial Center has decided to increase the height of the building to 492 meters. If we lower the height, we may lose the opportunity to compete for the reputation of the world''s tallest building." Xing Zhiping advised.


    "The tallest building in the world?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head. In a few months, the gang of local tyrants in the Middle East will start the construction of the ''Burj Khalifa'', and they will pile up the height to ''insane'' meters. Therefore, whether it is the "Dragon-shaped Plan" of SOM Architectural Design Office or the "Zun-shaped Plan" of the Beijing Architectural Design and Research Institute, it is necessary to say "goodbye" to the "world''s tallest building".


    "Look, this is the information I just got."


    "Burj Dubai?"


    After taking a look at the information in Guo Shouyun''s hand, Xing Zhiping''s face showed a look of surprise.


    "The Dubai government intends to expand tourism beyond the oil industry, and intends to attract global attention by building the ''world''s tallest building''. The Burj Khalifa was passed under such a plan. And in order to avoid being overtaken by latecomers, they The design requirements for the Burj Khalifa are as high as possible. In terms of current engineering technology, the height of the Burj Khalifa is 700 meters or even more than 800 meters. The Dubai government, which has abundant oil resources, also has enough funds to support it. such a construction.��


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked directly at Xing Zhiping, "But we are different from Dubai. The construction of the Twin Towers by the Global Fund requires both a sensational effect and a balance of economic interests. If the height of the Twin Towers is set below 460 meters , the height of 88 floors, the investment amount will be cut in half, while the construction area will only drop by 164,200 square meters. In addition, although our height is not as high as the Modu World Financial Center, it is also the second tallest building in China, and we are still twins Tower. The shock and sensational effects are not weak.��


    Xing Zhiping and Tang Wenfang looked at each other, and they clearly remembered that when Guo Shouyun talked to them about the Twin Towers project in Beijing, he also swore to make it the tallest building in the world. It''s only been half a year, how could it have changed? Is it really because the Burj Khalifa is too difficult to surpass?


    Guo Shouyun noticed the changes in the expressions of the two, and could somewhat guess what they were thinking.


    Although there are factors such as the difficulty of surpassing the Burj Khalifa and the balance of economic and practical value to reduce the total investment of the ''Jingcheng Twin Towers'' project, the core reason is the issue of money.


    Since the decision to separate public and private, he has been able to use funds from his own investments, mainly income from writing books; copyright income from novel adaptations of movies; design fee sharing income, such as the iPodookPro shape designed for Apple; and salary income, as an Apple director There are more than a dozen positions such as the chairman of the bureau and the chairman of the ruby ??board of directors, all of which have annual salaries and dividends, which add up to an annual income of tens of millions of dollars; and investment income, when the above income is not temporarily used, it will be put into some lower-risk positions in bond funds. In the case of not counting the black income of the internal defense force, he can earn about 500 million to 600 million US dollars a year through these channels.


    After tax cuts in various ways, about 400 million US dollars can be used for investment.


    This part of the money, in addition to maintaining family expenses, can be used to invest about 350 million US dollars in a year.


    350 million US dollars is equivalent to about 2.7 billion Chinese currency at the current exchange rate. Although it looks a lot, compared to Guo Shouyun''s series of investment plans, these money can only be used to revitalize Delong''s loss-making assets.


    As for Global Real Estate and Global Fund, the main investment is the US$4 billion he borrowed from Standard Chartered Bank with Hanhua Holdings, and the US$500 million that he privately invested in previous years. Now, after purchasing 58,000 sets of commercial housing and 2.187 million square meters of commercial real estate, about 60% of the money has been spent, and the remaining 40%, or US$1.8 billion.


    In 2004, the housing price in the urban area of ??Beijing was around 5,000 Chinese dollars. Because of the country''s suppression of housing prices and the fact that the World Style Garden is far away from Xiaotun Road in Fengtai District, although it is not a suburb, its geographical location is relatively remote, so the housing price is low, only about 3,000 Chinese dollars.


    In the housing price of one square meter, the land fee, preliminary engineering fee, construction and installation project fee, municipal public facility fee, management fee, and various miscellaneous fees are added together, accounting for about 70% of the housing price. That is to say, the total investment of Global Real Estate in the construction of Qingye Mansion, White Deer Mansion, Maple Leaf Mansion and Shoushan Mansion is 88.34 billion Chinese dollars, equivalent to 10.42 billion US dollars.


    Because the construction period is divided into five years, it means that only 2.08 billion US dollars need to be invested in one year. And because the real estate investment model is basically 30% of its own funds, and the remaining 70% relies on bank loans and bonds, the investment in the first year has dropped to 625 million US dollars.


    If the Unicorn Plaza is included, the initial capital required for the entire project this year is $700 million.


    As for the ''Jingcheng Twin Towers'' project, the proportion of construction costs is higher. However, if the height is set below 460 meters, the construction funds of the entire project will be maintained at about 5 billion Chinese coins. The three-year construction period means that only about 1 billion Chinese coins need to be invested in the first year to be able to leverage. the entire project.


    But this year, there are at least 5 unfinished buildings under the Global Fund, a commercial complex renovation project of about 1.2 million square meters, and Guo Shouyun''s tourism + real estate comprehensive development project in Yunnan Province.


    The US$1.8 billion loan reserved by Global Real Estate and Global Fund is not exhausted, but only US$200 million to US$300 million can be left as liquidity for risk prevention.


    As for the second batch of investment by Global Real Estate and Global Fund next year, in addition to hoping that their revenue can be strong, they can only continue to mortgage the stocks in the hands of Hanhua Trust.


    If it doesn''t work, sell the small-sized off-plan houses of Qingye Mansion, White Deer Mansion, Maple Leaf Mansion and Shoushan Mansion. But this is the last resort.


    Thinking about Guo Shouyun, he feels a little embarrassed now! There are more than ten giant companies under his hands, but the liquidity in his hands is not enough.


    "If I had known this earlier, I should have cashed out a sum of money when LinkedIn went public." Guo Shouyun said.


    For more interests in the future, but also to maintain his absolute controlling position in the company. After LinkedIn executives and investment institutions cashed out half of the equity, he passed up the opportunity, so he didn''t get any income from the stock market.


    "Boss, if we revise the plan, what about Huaxia Construction Corporation...?" Xing Zhiping said.


    "I''ll tell them myself."


    Seeing that the big boss had a firm attitude, Xing Zhiping didn''t say anything. I just feel a little pity. During this time, he was intent on making the world''s tallest building a reality in his own hands. However, thinking of the rich Middle Eastern tyrants, he also knew that this idea was basically impossible.


    "Also, take a look at these two documents!"


    "Tuniu Tourism Development Plan?"


    "Master Plan for Real Estate Development in Yunnan Province?"


    The two of them took over to see the covers of the two documents in their hands and they all showed a surprised look.


    "Tuniu Tourism Group is a company established after I took over Delong''s tourism assets. At present, it has three subsidiaries: Tuniu Tourism, Tuniu Park and Tuniu Hotel. Tuniu Tourism is divided into online websites and offline outlets. As well as three business departments of passenger cars; Tuniu Park is mainly engaged in the development and maintenance of tourist attractions; Tuniu Hotel, as its name implies, is a hotel investment.��


    "After receiving the assets of Delong, the online website part of Tuniu Travel Company is mainly the website built by the original Delong Travel Group, but it is still very simple. I have instructed people to re-develop it according to the model of Ctrip Travel. Construction of a call center in Nantong, Jiangsu Province; offline outlets, after taking over the Great Western Tourism Company, currently has 579 stores in major first-, second- and third-tier cities across the country; the bus department is integrating the international bus company of Shancheng Industrial and the Great Western Tourism Company. After the company''s passenger car department, it currently has 327 tourist buses."


    "Tuniu Park currently owns three assets: Pengcheng ''Minsk Aircraft Carrier Theme Park'', Xinjiang Kanas Lake Scenic Area and Turpan Grape Valley Scenic Area; it is developing Jinggang Mountain and Longhu Mountain in Jiangxi Province with the local scenic spot management department. , and the Huangguoshu Scenic Spot in Gui Province.��


    "At present, there are mainly two Tuniu hotels, namely Tunhe Hotel and Meihuada Hotel under the former Delong. They are four-star and three-star respectively. According to the plan, Tuniu Hotel will be divided into five levels. There are also five different brands, namely Tuniu Five-star Hotel, Tuniu Four-star Hotel, Tuniu Three-star Hotel, Tuniu Resort Hotel and Tuniu Hotel. Except Tuniu Hotel is a budget hotel, that is, an express hotel, the rest of the Corresponding to star and service standards.��

 v2 Chapter 660： Tuniu Tourism

    Chapter 660 Tuniu Tourism


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    After a pause, Guo Shouyun glanced over the two of them.


    "Now let''s talk about the Tuniu tourism development plan. According to the plan, in the next three to five years, Tuniu Tourism Group will develop two to three tourist routes in each of 8 provincial cities and 8 autonomous prefectures in Yunnan Province; and 30~ 50 scenic spots or folk scenic spots; a resort hotel of different stars, a tourist bus. It has completely established our leading position in the tourism industry in Yunnan Province. The total investment scale is 100 million Chinese yuan.��


    "The tourism development plan of Tuniu and Yunnan Province originated from the invitation of the Yunnan Provincial Government. Therefore, in order to seize the opportunity and expand our interests in Yunnan Province as much as possible, we have this master plan for real estate development in Yunnan Province. 16 commercial complexes and 64 residential quarters will be built in 16 prefecture-level cities in the province.��


    "Commercial complexes include hotels, commercial centers, pedestrian streets and office buildings. In addition to the Kunming-Ming commercial center with a construction area of ??600,000 to 800,000 square meters, the hotels are Tuniu five-star hotels and Tuniu economy hotels; the remaining 15 commercial complex buildings The area should be 200,000 to 300,000 square meters, and the hotel should be a Tuniu four-star or three-star hotel, as well as a Tuniu budget hotel. That is to say, each commercial complex must include a star-rated hotel and an economy hotel. 64 residential quarters That is, each prefecture-level city will build 4 communities, namely Qingye Mansion, White Deer Mansion, Maple Leaf Mansion and Shoushan Mansion under Universal Real Estate.��


    "In addition, the hotel property will return to Tuniu Hotel, and the rest will belong to Global Real Estate. I will be responsible for all investment in the tourism development plan of Tuniu Tourism Group in Yunnan Province. However, the construction funds for commercial complexes and residential quarters will be handled by Global Real Estate."


    Seeing the two people who were hesitating to speak, especially Tang Wenfang, Guo Shouyun smiled and continued: "In view of the huge investment in the Qingye Mansion, Bailu Mansion, Maple Leaf Mansion and Shoushan Mansion in the capital. Therefore, the first phase of the development of 64 communities in Yunnan Province I am responsible for the funds, and the remaining development funds, as well as the development funds for commercial complexes, will be recovered through the sale of off-plan properties."


    "In the 64 residential areas, except for the fourth area of ??Kun-Ming, where some self-occupied properties can be reserved for rent, all the residential areas in prefecture-level cities are sold, and none of them will be reserved!"


    As the capital city of Kun~ming, the growth rate of real estate and the preservation rate of real estate are undoubtedly much stronger than other prefecture-level cities. In contrast, houses have retained value.


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say, what questions do you have?"


    After taking a deep breath, Guo Shouyun looked at Erren Dao.


    At this time, even though Tang Wenfang and Xing Zhiping had good psychological qualities, they were shocked by Guo Shouyun''s two amazing big plans, and it took a long time to calm down.


    "Boss, your plan is too big. In addition to the funds, we may not have enough staff in Global Real Estate!" Tang Wenfang said slowly after calming down his complicated inner thoughts.


    "We subcontract construction projects, and we are only responsible for supervision, which can also reduce the demand for our manpower. If it is not enough, now the university is expanding its enrollment, and there are millions of college students graduating every year. You can use the old to bring the new way. , train more company employees.��


    "In addition, I want to remind you that whether it is a residential area or a commercial complex, I will only give you the basic funds for the first phase of the project, which is equivalent to about 10% of the total project investment, so you must ensure that the net profit from the sale of residential off-plan can support The follow-up development of the second and third phase projects, as well as the commercial complex at least 90% of the total investment. Therefore, the scale of Qingye Mansion, White Deer Mansion, Maple Leaf Mansion and Shoushan Mansion should be planned early. I would rather plan the scale of the community. Bigger, more money; can''t save trouble, or reduce the area of ??community planning because of personnel problems."


    After Tang Wenfang nodded, he hesitated: "Boss, shouldn''t commercial real estate belong to the Global Fund? If the profits from our residential assets are used to support the commercial real estate development of the Global Fund, I am afraid that the two companies will have financial problems."


    Guo Shouyun smiled faintly, "So in order to avoid this problem, I decided to merge Global Fund and Global Real Estate Company to form a new flagship company in the real estate industry, ''Global Group'', to coordinate Guo''s real estate industry in China and the future of the international real estate industry. development in.��


    Tang Wenfang and Xing Zhiping''s expressions changed instantly, they had long expected such a day. Guo Shouyun also talked to them about this issue when they were established in Global Real Estate and Global Fund. But when this day really comes, I can''t help but feel nervous!


    After seeing the changes in their expressions, Guo Shouyun smiled and took out two documents and handed them to them again. When the two took it over, they looked curiously.


    "Huaxia''s annual per capita GDP in 1993 was 3,027 yuan, and in 2003, its per capita GDP was 10,666 yuan, which has tripled in ten years, with an average annual growth rate of more than 10%. In terms of the current development trend of China, this kind of stable and rapid growth will continue for a long time.��


    "...During the past ten years of rapid economic development in China, the number of domestic tourists in China has more than doubled from 410 million to 870 million at the end of 2003. It received 41.52 million foreign tourists, which increased to 9,166 at the end of 2003. The tens of thousands of people have also doubled. The market size has increased from 86.4 billion Chinese coins to 344.2 billion Chinese coins at the end of 2003, a nearly four-fold increase. If it weren��t for SARS, I believe this figure will be even higher.��


    ����Compared with the past, we have reason to believe that with the rapid economic development of China and the growth of people��s income, the tourism industry will also experience a period of rapid growth. Ctrip.com was listed on Nasdaq and was oversubscribed by 84 times. , and the nearly doubling of the stock price after the listing shows that the international capital market is optimistic about the Huaxia tourism industry.�� Huaxia''s tourism industry is a super blue ocean with a future of over one trillion yuan and a derivative market scale of several trillions. Its future is not comparable to that of China. The real estate industry is inferior, so I don��t plan to miss it. The tourism development plan in Yunnan Province is just the beginning, and I will continue to invest in Tuniu Tourism Group in the future.��


    Seeing the big boss who had his eyes on him intentionally or not, Xing Zhiping knew very well that he had no choice now. So, instead of letting the big boss speak out at the end, it''s better to speak early. This can also leave a good impression on the big boss, and strive for some benefits for the Tuniu Tourism Group that he will manage in the future.


    "It''s just not reconciled! The Beijing Universal Twin Towers, this is my hard work for three months! There are also Universal Plaza, Universal Yindu Center, Universal Center, Oriental Plaza, and Universal Building. How many legs have I run and how much wine have I accompanied, How many good things were said to take them down!"


    Although Xing Zhiping was unwilling, he was also a decisive person.


    "The boss has foresighted, and the future of Huaxia Tourism is indeed exciting." After a pause, "If there is still a vacancy in the management of Tuniu Tourism Group, I am willing to resign as CEO of Global Fund and work at Tuniu Tourism Group. ."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, Xing Zhiping was more obedient than he thought.


    "It saves me from talking."


    "Do you want to go to Tuniu Tourism Group?"


    "Yes! ... Mr. Tang has worked in the real estate industry for many years and has more experience than me. Over the years, Global Properties has developed rapidly under her leadership. If Global Fund and Global Properties merge, Tang is always the best choice to be the CEO of Global Group. !"


    Hearing this, Tang Wenfang, who was relieved because he kept his seat, said quickly: "Mr. Xing has won the prize. Global Real Estate can develop so quickly, thanks to the boss''s unremitting financial support and strategic guidance. I really dare not take credit!"


    This sucks! Guo Shouyun is quite useful!


    "Okay. The company''s development is good, and the direct management of the leadership must be the biggest credit!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked at Xing Zhiping, "Lao Xing, have you thought about it? I really want to work in Tuniu Tourism Group. ?"


    "Think about it!"


    Xing Zhiping had no way out for a long time.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said with a smile: "I was still having a headache about who should be the CEO of Tuniu Tourism Group. Since you are willing to go, the CEO position will be handed over to you!"


    "Thank you boss for your trust!"


    Xing Zhiping breathed a sigh of relief. Although he left the Global Fund, which he had been working hard for for nearly two years, it was hard to let go. But being able to become the leader of Tuniu Tourism seems to be good now. At the very least, without Tang Wenfang, a powerful competitor, I don''t have to worry about it every day I am worried that she will lose her position and lose her status.


    The most important thing is that the tourism industry is indeed an industry with profound development potential, whether it is his usual understanding or from the information in his hand.


    With the foundation of Delong and the generous investment of the big boss, Xing Zhiping believes that he will soon make Tuniu a top company in the Chinese tourism industry.


    Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction.


    "Many of the commercial properties under Universal Group are suitable for hotel investment, and they are reserved for Tuniu Hotel for operation!"


    Tang Wenfang nodded immediately. She also doesn''t want to worry that she will be compared every day because of Xing Zhiping''s fierce competition. So now, she listens to what the big boss says, and she will never let him change his mind again.


    "Boss, is the property also handed over to Tuniu Hotel?" Xing Zhiping asked.


    Tang Wenfang didn''t want to mention it, but he couldn''t help but ask, after all, it was worth more than one billion yuan. When you hold it in your hands, you can also get more development funds for Tuniu Tourism Group when financing.


    Noticing the expressions of the two, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Mr. Tang, the Universal Group is also Lao Xing''s natal family. Now he, the ''bride'', is going to marry Tuniu. I think the business buildings suitable for hotels in the four existing commercial complexes under the Universal Group are all given to him. Be a ''dowry''!"


    "Everything is at your command!"


    Although Tang Wenfang felt a little pity to lose some assets, these were insignificant compared to what he got.

 v2 Chapter 661： next 3 years

    Chapter 661 The next three years


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    "About Universal Group. In the next three years, the Universal Twin Towers, the four major mansion projects in Beijing, and the real estate development plan in Yunnan Province will be the focus of your efforts. Financial and human resources should be carried out around these three projects. Other real estate development projects are suspended." Guo Shouyun plans the development strategy of the Universal Group in the next three years.


    "Will the real estate project with Changshi continue?" Tang Wenfang asked.


    "How many real estate projects are we cooperating with Changshi?"


    "Eight! Four are in Pengcheng, two are in Magic Capital, and two are in Yangcheng."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he pondered for a moment, "When the eight projects are completed, the real estate development will not cooperate with Changshi for the time being, and the infrastructure can be handed over to them. In addition, if the development of the eight projects encounters funding problems, these can be Project sold."


    Hearing this, Tang Wenfang''s heart sank. According to the original plan, in these eight projects, Universal and Cheung Kong each own half of the equity. Those belonging to Changshi are naturally at their disposal. But those belonging to Universal are prepared to stay as their own assets, only rented and not sold.


    Now Guo Shouyun has changed his mind, apparently intending not to inject capital into the Universal Group on a large scale, except for the Twin Towers, the four major mansion projects in Beijing and the real estate project in Yunnan Province.


    This made Tang Wenfang, who had received the commercial real estate of Global Fund, calm down instantly. Although there will be no competition from Xing Zhiping in the future, the difficulties faced by Universal Group have not diminished. The huge amount of funds required for the four major mansion projects in the capital alone, without the support of the big boss, is a great test for her to control the financial balance of the group.


    Seeing the rapid change of expression on Tang Wenfang''s face, Guo Shouyun understood how much she had guessed her purpose. This is also impossible. The funds he can use for private investment are limited after all. The annual investment of 350 million US dollars is to revitalize the property left by Delong, especially the Red Star Automobile Group. In addition, support Tuniu Tourism Group from time to time. There is not much left at all, and naturally it is impossible to support the Universal Group.


    As for the other assets of Hanhua Trust, he has other uses.


    "Mr. Tang, it''s been almost three years since Universal Real Estate was established, right?"


    "It''s been two years and five months!" Tang Wenfang said.


    "Two years and five months is not too short. In the past two years and five months, I have handed you more than 2.5 billion US dollars. In the next three years, the Universal Twin Towers, the four major residences in Beijing, and the Yunnan Province Real estate development plan, I will give you another 1 billion US dollars of support. These funds are enough to make Universal Real Estate a real estate giant comparable to Vanke. But how far Universal Group can develop depends on your own ability. I can''t be forever Be your crutch."


    "Please rest assured, I will do my best to make Universal Group a world-class real estate group."


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Let Universal Group develop with peace of mind for three years. Three years later, Universal''s assets will at least double in value. At that time, the Universal Twin Towers and the real estate development plan in Yunnan Province were basically completed, and the rest was pure income, and the four major mansions in Beijing were also coming to an end. Global Group, which has accumulated abundant capital, can quietly wait for the subprime mortgage crisis in the United States to break out, and then use its abundant working capital to hunt down the real estate market, and then another round of big expansion will completely establish the status of the world''s real estate giant.


    Of course, this strategic plan, he certainly can not say now.


    "Lao Xing, the same is true for your Tuniu Tourism Group. I will also give you 3.5 billion US dollars in financial support, but how far you can develop Tuniu depends on your ability."


    "Yes! You must not be disappointed!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "The development plans of Tuniu Tourism Group and Universal Group in the tourism industry and real estate industry in Yunnan Province are all in the information I gave you. You will use this as a basis to discuss with the Yunnan Provincial Government instead of me."


    The master has something to do with the disciple. The same principle applies here as well.


    However, handing over the negotiation to Tang Wenfang and Xing Zhiping does not mean that Guo Shouyun really can sit back and relax.


    In order not to favor one another over another, he promised to give Xing Zhiping''s Tuniu Tourism Group $3.5 billion in financial support. Even though the money is given over several years, it is also given. Coupled with the revitalization of Delong''s assets, especially the capital investment of Red Star Automobile Group. It is really difficult to get together without using the book finances of its various companies.


    Guo Shouyun grabbed the assets under his Hanhua Trust.


    NetEase, Tencent, Tuniu Travel, Global Real Estate, Red Star Auto, Oriental Finance, PayPal, Hanhua Holdings, and Jianlibao Group, these nine core companies must not be sold.


    Alibaba has finally increased its stake to 20%. It is still very early before the harvest period, and it cannot be sold. Baidu''s 25.6% stake is also a lot, and it will go public next year. Considering that Du Niang''s potential is not as good as that of Ma''s father, Guo Shouyun decided to harvest part of it after it was listed.


    35.7% of Ctrip.com, Guo Shouyun decided to let Wang Jue appear on his behalf first, and asked the four gentlemen of Ctrip for their opinions. If they are willing to sell, Guo Shouyun will take advantage of the situation to acquire Ctrip and integrate it into Tuniu Tourism Group. If they are unwilling, then they will gradually release these shares in the next three years to support the development of Tuniu Travel and Hongxing Automobile.


    Country Garden 30% preferred stock, Gree Electric 7.2%, Huayi Real Estate 30.5%, Moutai 12.8%, Wuliangye 5.8%, Master Kong 8.5%, these are some of the companies with great potential that Guo Shouyun invested in in the early years. Except Huayi Real Estate is a bit special It is a real estate company established by him and Wang Zhen, He Chen, Li Chengjun, Liu Zhiqi, the three generations of the famous. In addition to making money, it is more like a bond to maintain mutual relations, and cannot be sold. outside. For the rest, he intends to gradually sell before the subprime mortgage crisis.


    In other words, Hanhua Trust''s assets, except for his core company, and 20% of Alibaba and 30.5% of Huayi Real Estate, he is not going to keep the rest.


    Think before the subprime mortgage crisis, the Shanghai Composite Index once exceeded the level of 6,000 points. Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but said to himself: "Selling all these, it may be difficult to raise 7 billion US dollars, but 5 billion should still be possible. In addition, there is a three-year recovery period, presumably Tianshan shares, alloy investment, and alloy investments inherited from Delong. These assets of Funong Agriculture have also become a climate. When China��s economy is still relatively friendly to real assets, it is quite possible to collect the remaining 2 billion US dollars. The 350 million US dollars of Jianlibao is also enough to make up for the shortfall. In this way, neither Brito nor Xing Zhiping can find faults. When the time comes, Wang Pengju of Jianlibao will make up for it. Before the subprime mortgage crisis, Huaxia''s real asset investment was basically like this. already."


    The small abacus in Guo Shouyun''s heart was "crackling", and the investment pattern in Huaxia was almost sorted out by him. The rest is to prune the branches at the right time, so that the nine core companies of NetEase, Tencent, Tuniu Travel, Global Real Estate, Red Star Auto, Oriental Finance, Paypal, Hanhua Holdings, and Jianlibao Group can develop along their established strategic directions.


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 v2 Chapter 662： core assets

    Chapter 662 Core Assets


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    On May 9, the Kunpeng landed again at Modu Airport. After handing over the affairs of Yunnan Province to Xing Zhiping and Tang Wenfang, Guo Shouyun left. But compared to when I went, this time I came back with two more little guys.


    "Shouyun, I''ll take Guo Jing and Xiaoyun to the hospital first, their injuries should be treated as soon as possible!" Qiu Manyun said.


    After the child trafficking case was solved, Guo Jing''s sister was also rescued. A six-year-old girl had her arm broken by a trafficker.


    Originally, according to the procedure, after they were treated, they should be temporarily arranged to the local orphanage until the family members claimed them. But Guo Jing and Liu Xiaoyun were orphans themselves, and Guo Shouyun also liked the cleverness of this family, so they adopted him and his unrelated sister Liu Xiaoyun.


    "I''ll ask Wang Shuang to accompany you." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "No! Just have Iron Eagle with me!"


    Tie Ying and Tie Hu were Guo Shouyun''s bodyguards. When the two first met at Yuelai Villa, he had seen how powerful they were, so he did not refuse.


    "Okay, call me if you need anything."


    After nodding, Qiu Manyun left with himself and his two children.


    Looking at her back, Guo Shouyun focused for a moment, then turned to get into the car. There are more things at home waiting for her to deal with.


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    "Mr. Guo, when I promised you to second Brito for half a year, I didn''t promise you to poach!"


    After receiving a complaint call from 3G Capital CEO Lehman as expected, Guo Shouyun said with a smile: "Mr. Lehman, Mr. Brito''s voluntary work in Red Star Auto Group is his personal decision, and has nothing to do with me. After all, I also There is no way to imprison his personal freedom, right?"


    "But you poached my best professional manager. He was supposed to be the CEO of InBev and led the company to greatness. But now it''s all over because of your intervention, Mr. Guo. Besides, Brito , we also lost three very good employees."


    "Almost forgot. Congratulations to Mr. Lehman for becoming a shareholder of InBev Group. With your ability, it is only a matter of time before you become the CEO of InBev. Please rest assured, I will let Phoenix Bank support you at the shareholders'' meeting!"


    "Mr. Guo, you are changing the subject!"


    "Is there? I''m just stating a fact." After a pause, Guo Shouyun pointed out, "I heard that Mr. Lehman is very familiar with Anheuser Busch III?"


    Lehman was instantly alert.


    "We''ve only met a few times at some commercial receptions, so we don''t know each other very well!"


    "That''s a pity. If I were Mr. Lehman, after taking control of InBev, I would definitely launch a leveraged buyout of Budweiser Group as soon as possible. To win Budweiser, which accounts for 46.7% of the US beer market, InBev has become the world''s No. 1 beer group that no one can shake. Revenue and profit will grow by leaps and bounds, and the stock price will also be sought after by investors. In addition... Mr. Lehman. Do you think that compared with InBev, Or is the name Anheuser-Busch InBev better?!��


    Guo Shouyun didn''t see the other side of the phone. After he finished talking about this topic, Lehman''s expression changed instantly. Why are all his plans clearly guessed by the other party!


    Feeling the silence on the other side of the phone, Guo Shouyun smiled. Reborn, he couldn''t be more clear about the merger and acquisition process of 3G Capital.


    "I am very grateful to Mr. Guo for his advice for InBev, but unfortunately I am not the CEO of InBev!"


    "It''s okay, I''m sure Mr. Lehman will be there soon! Oh, right. I''ve had the investment arm of Phoenix Bank and Hanhua Holdings buy Budweiser common stock, if Mr. Lehman is interested in what I said earlier. , you are welcome to call me anytime. Phoenix Group and Hanhua Holdings are also very happy to fund the InBev acquisition."


    "Thank you Mr. Guo, if there is such a possibility, I will definitely contact you!"


    Although the plan in his heart was repeatedly guessed by the other party, Lehman was frustrated; the most important managerial talent was poached by the other party, which also made him resentful. But the situation is stronger than the people. Mastering the two major capital groups and controlling nearly 10% of InBev''s common shares, if the other party is really buying the common shares of Budweiser Group, then the support of the other party is far better than the benefits of offending such a capital giant. The best thing about Lehman as a businessman is knowing how to weigh the pros and cons.


    "I look forward to Mr. Lehman''s call."


    After saying a few words of goodbye, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    "The boss is sure that InBev is interested in Budweiser Group?"


    Zhang Lei, who was sitting next to him and heard Guo Shouyun''s call, asked.


    "InBev is certainly not interested in Budweiser now. When Lehman replaces John Bullock at the helm of InBev, Budweiser will be his next target."


    "John Bullock is a Belgian confidant. And the board of directors is also dominated by the former Interbrew people. It''s not easy for Lehman to replace him."


    "Of course it''s not easy. However, 3G Capital has a 25% stake in InBev, and with our support, Lehman has nearly 40% equity support. I believe it is not difficult to move the remaining part with his ability. arrive."


    After pondering for a moment, Zhang Lei nodded seriously.


    "Then we''re taking Budweiser shares now?"


    "No. It''s too early. It won''t be easy to beat John Bullock. It will take time for Lehman to master InBev, wait!"


    According to Guo Shouyun''s estimation, it will take at least two to three years for Lehman to take the helm of InBev to confirm the acquisition of Budweiser. By that time, the subprime mortgage crisis was almost here. Against the backdrop of this global stock market rout, Budweiser shares are far less expensive.


    "Boss, this is the list of professional managers of Delong''s remaining assets that we have discussed!"


    In addition to the most valued by Guo Shouyun, and he personally selected professional managers, Red Star Auto and Tuniu Travel, and Dongfang Group. As well as the alloy shares that are not used for adjustment, are controlled by the Tang brothers, Zhongyan Holdings is controlled by Wu Feng, and Tang Lei, general manager of Resconda Technology Company, who has not changed, the rest Jinling Machine Tool Factory, Taihe Gold Company, Professional managers from the six companies of Funong Agriculture Group, Tianshan Co., Ltd., Huitong Water and Sunway Mining have all made changes.


    After Guo Shouyun briefly glanced at it, "the professional managers of Tianshan have not changed?"


    "Yes! The CEO of Tianshan Co., Ltd. is called Zheng Dong. He holds a master''s degree in economics and management from Tsinghua University. He has been the president of Tianshan Co., Ltd. for 7 years. The company''s performance has grown steadily. And in the past seven years, under his vigorous promotion, Tianshan Co., Ltd. has established the only national-level enterprise technology center and post-doctoral mobile workstation in the building materials industry in Xinjiang, which allows the company to organize the development and production of various grades of cement according to market demand. "


    "...Under his auspices, Tianshan has developed more than 20 varieties of cement in the past seven years, 18 products have filled the domestic gap, and daily production capacity of more than 30 varieties has been stored. And Tianshan has a total of various types of cement. There are 34 types of rotary kiln cement production lines and 46 cement mills, accounting for 71% of the total output of rotary kiln cement in Xinjiang and 90% of the output of Xinjiang''s new dry process cement production process line."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "So, this Zheng Dong is still a talent in enterprise management!"


    "But this talent has also been spotted by others!"


    "other people?"


    "After the accident of Delong Group, more than a dozen cement production companies in the country have been eyeing him. In particular, Conch Cement is the most active, offering an annual salary of 2 million Chinese dollars and 1.2% of the shares to poach people! And promised that if he can Let Conch achieve an average annual growth rate of more than 15% in the next five years, and can also obtain higher shares." After a pause, Zhang Lei said with a smile, "Domestic companies, especially joint-stock companies that have been restructured from state-owned enterprises, can afford such a There are not many people who have the conditions to poach people.��


    In 2004, the annual salary of 2 million was not a small amount, not to mention the shares.


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement. If he remembered correctly, Conch Cement has always been the No. 1 brand among Huaxia Cement manufacturers in the future. The big blue chip in the Shanghai Stock Exchange 50!


    "You kept him?"


    "I promise not to take any profits from Tianshan shares within five years, and invest 500 million Huaxia coins every year to help Tianshan shares expand production capacity. UU read " Zhang Lei nodded.


    Guo Shouyun once said that the management of Tianshan shares would be handed over to Hanhua Holdings, and the management rights of Jinling Machine Tool Factory, Taihe Gold Company, Funong Agricultural Group, Huitong Water and Sunway Mining were handed over to Chen Yu of Dongfang Group. Naturally, it will not interfere after the fact.


    "Are you planning to use Tianshan shares as Hanhua''s core assets?"


    After Zhang Lei nodded, "I talked to Zheng Dong, he is indeed very good. I believe Tianshan will develop very well under his leadership. In addition, Tianshan is an A-share listed company, and it is relatively easy to withdraw in the future. ."


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement.


    "It''s up to you to control this, I trust your vision."


    Apart from Hanhua, Dongfang, Hongxing Automobile, Tuniu Tourism, and Global Real Estate, which are the core enterprises of Huaxia built by themselves, he will not care about other subsidiaries, such as Funong Group, Huitong Water, and Tianshan Co., Ltd.


    Human energy is limited, focus on the big and let go of the small, and give full trust to professional managers, so that they can actively display their talents and create more value for them.


    "One more thing... Boss, I want to open a museum in Modu!"


    "Museum?" After a moment of surprise, "Why do you suddenly have this idea?"


    "It''s not sudden. It has been brewing before, but there has been no suitable opportunity. Now the boss has established Tuniu Tourism Group, and he has developed the domestic tourism industry with a lot of money, so I see the opportunity to set up a museum."

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    Chapter 663 Museum


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    "Tell me about it specifically?" Guo Shouyun was also interested.


    After Zhang Lei nodded, "Hanhua Capital''s four funds are Guyu, which invests in jewelry materials, er frost, which invests in art, Xiaohan, which invests in precious wood, and Dahan, which invests in high-end wine. Except for the last wine fund, Dahan, the other three funds are here. Over four years, thousands of precious artworks, jewelry materials and wood have been accumulated. It would be too wasteful to leave them in the vault of Hanhua Holdings. So I plan to open a museum and take them out for exhibition , by the way, in exchange for a portion of the income.��


    "Considering that although every piece of our stuff is fine, it is still far less than large museums with tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of collections. In addition, the museum is newly opened and has no popularity. Within a few years, I am afraid that Not only will you not make money, but you will lose money. So I have not implemented this idea.��


    "But it''s different now. With Tuniu Tourism Group, the museum can be added to the tourist route planned by Tuniu as an attraction. In this way, we can guarantee the maximum profit, and even if we are lucky, we may get it as soon as it opens. Profitable."


    After listening, Guo Shouyun said with a smile: "You guy is really a good idea! Besides, you are not going to let go of any opportunity to make money!"


    "Although a small and sophisticated museum can''t achieve too high revenue, a few million Huaxia coins a year is also an income that cannot be missed. At least it can meet the salary expenses of the managers of the four funds."


    After he finished speaking, his eyes turned to Guo Shouyun again, "Boss, don''t you also like to collect? Besides, there is no shortage of "Bureau Post", Chenghua Doucai Tianzi Jar, Tang Dynasty'' The great sage''s relic''Fuxiqin, Dong Qichang''s "Collection of Chrysanthemums and Looking at the Mountain" hand scrolls are such fine works. No, it should be said that the works of art that enter the boss''s collection are fine works."


    Over the years, Guo Shouyun has been collecting Chinese artworks. There are relatively few Western artworks. The reason is simple, two words: cheap.


    An oil painting by a top Western modern painter can easily cost hundreds of millions of dollars. And the same Xu Beihong, Qi Baishi and other fine works are only four or five million Chinese coins. The collection of Dong Qichang''s "Pickling Chrysanthemums and Looking at the Mountains" was the finale of last year''s Jiade autumn auction of ancient paintings, and it was only 7.81 million Chinese coins.


    In the porcelain market, the top-grade official kiln wares such as the Qing Dynasty Qianlong Ji-blue glaze painted gold-colored ruyi ear vase, and the Qing Dynasty Kangxi blue-and-white carmine red-entangled lotus-patterned vase are only one or two million. After ten years, none of the top Qing palace multicolored porcelains will cost less than 10 million yuan.


    Therefore, every year Guo Shouyun spends 20 to 30 million US dollars from his own income to scan the domestic art market. Whether it is painting, calligraphy, porcelain, jade, or miscellaneous items, as long as it is a fine product, he will not refuse. Over the years, there are five or six hundred Chinese artworks accumulated in the Guo Family Manor in the Magic Capital and in the American Guo Family Manor''s collection. And this is not counting the nearly 10,000 pieces of official kilns from the late Qing Dynasty, such as Jiaqing, Daoguang, Xianfeng, and Guangxu, that he received when he purchased the British Bevan Manor three years ago.


    "Looks like you''ve got the idea of ??my collection." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "It''s better to be happy when you are alone. Instead of letting those precious artworks lie in the boss''s collection library, it is better to take them out and make money."


    Guo Shouyun collects works of art, and he likes it is only one aspect, and the most important thing is investment. Therefore, he has no objection to Zhang Lei''s proposal.


    "Where are you going to put the museum?"


    "No. 20 Huqiu Road, Magic Capital!"


    "The Bund?"


    After Zhang Lei nodded, "It was originally the ''Asian Cultural Association Building'' built by the British in 1932. The style is a combination of east and west, with five floors up and down, with an internal construction area of ??about 9,587 square meters. It used to be one of the earliest museums in China. The magic capital The location of the museum. In 1952, the museum was closed, and its 20,328 natural specimens, 6,663 historical relics and art collections accumulated over the years constitute the collection foundation of today''s Magic City Museum of Natural History and Magic City Museum; its library has more than 14,000 volumes. Books in both Chinese and Western languages ??have been incorporated into the Catholic Library in Xujiahui and become a special collection of the Magic Capital Library."


    "The old building on the Bund, plus it was originally a museum!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "That''s right. ... However, the building area is less than 10,000 square meters, isn''t it too small?"


    "If it''s just works of art invested by Hanhua, the exhibition area of ??nearly 10,000 square meters is enough. If the boss is willing to put his own collections in, I can even connect the building of China Industrial Bank, Meifeng, Abe and Yuanmingyuan next to it. Apartment, YWCA Building, Hami Building, Xiejin Building, Lanxin Building, Zhenguang Building, Guangxue Building, covering an area of ??16,900 square meters, with a construction area of ??115,000 square meters, all 11 modern buildings in Block 2 of Bundyuan are rented down."


    "It seems that you have negotiated a big project in the past few days when I was not in the capital?" Guo Shouyun heard Zhang Lei''s overtones.


    "Magic City is in the process of repairing the Bundyuan! It is divided into two phases. The first phase is mainly No. 33 Bundyuan, which is the main body and ancillary buildings of the former British Consulate. The second phase is ''Yuanmingyuan Road - South Suzhou Road - Huqiu Road - North ~Jingdong Road'' enclosed, covers an area of ??16,900 square meters, including the Industrial Bank of China Building, Meifeng & Co., Abe & Co., Yuanmingyuan Apartment, YWCA Building, Hami Building, Xiejin Building, Lanxin Building, Zhenguang Building, The Bundyuan No. 2 project including 11 buildings including the Guangxue Building; and the Yifeng Yangxing Building, an excellent historical building with an area of ??6,480 square meters and a total construction area of ??29,025 square meters after renovation. The representative project of No. 3 on the Bund; finally, the new Plaza Hotel by the owner is the No. 4 project on the Bund.��


    "New Huangpu Group, the developer of the Bundyuan project, originally planned to complete the first phase of development and start the second phase of development in 2005. But the Plaza Hotel project invested by the boss made the whole plan ahead of schedule. So New Huangpu Group has The plan to develop the second phase of the project ahead of schedule, but due to the state''s suppression of the real estate industry and the tightening of real estate loans, the funds originally used for the second phase of the Bundyuan project have been delayed, so the New Huangpu Group came to us. Originally they We only planned to take out a loan, but Hanhua''s asset appraisal department gave a high evaluation of the overall Bundyuan project and was very optimistic about its future. We began to negotiate with the New Huangpu Group, and finally agreed to jointly develop the second phase of the Bundyuan. Hanhua Investment 1.5 billion Chinese currency, accounting for 49% of the Bundyuan No. 2 and No. 3 projects."


    "Haha, old Zhang! Your vision is still so original, not bad. In the future, the 49% interest in the second phase of the Bund Yuan will be the core asset of Hanhua Holdings, and no one will sell it!" Guo Shouyun said happily.


    After winning the Bund Yuan No. 4 project to build a new Plaza Hotel and renting the annex building of the British Consulate to open the first physical store of Kylin Restaurant, Guo Shouyun also planned to see if he could get some benefits from it. But what happened next to the Delong Group attracted almost all of his attention. The Bund source was forgotten by him. Now that Zhang Lei''s old story is brought up again, it has given him a big surprise.


    "The boss doesn''t blame me for making an opinion!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "I said that you are in charge of the specific operations of Hanhua Holdings, and I only take care of corporate strategy and financial supervision."


    After Zhang Lei nodded with a smile, "The art that you have collected, boss...?"


    "For you, for you! I will give you Huaxia and the United States, including the Huaxia artworks placed in the Guo Family Manor in the UK. In addition, some artworks from Europe, the United States and other parts of the world, as long as they are not restricted from exporting, will be handed over to you. For your museum exhibit!"


    "Thank you boss for making it happen."


    "Don''t be too happy. Public is public, private is private. I have to share the revenue of the museum. But I don''t want too much. At that time, it will be calculated as a percentage based on the number of artworks I provide, from the net profit. Just leave it to me."


    After experiencing the investment in Yunnan Province, he is now seriously short of funds. The original source of profit of the museum''s income, which belongs to the level of ''mosquito legs'', can not be let go now.


    Zhang Lei nodded and agreed.


    He understands that Guo Shouyun''s collection must be more abundant than that of Hanhua Holdings. With this part of the art, can it create greater influence, attract more tourists, and generate more income. This is a mutually beneficial thing.


    "Boss, someone is asking to see you outside!"


    At this moment, Wang Jue walked inWho? "


    "They claimed to be technical experts of the 3D Mining Research Institute, and they came from Lop Nur, Xinjiang."


    "Technical expert of 3D Mining Research Institute?" Guo Shouyun asked in surprise.


    "After Delong won the potash development project in Lop Nur, Tang Wanxin hired Li Hao, a well-known domestic potash chemical expert and minister of chemical industry, in 2000, as the deputy dean of Sha Design Institute, to take over the responsibility. The head of the potash project. This person has served as the head of the Qing-Hai potash project for 12 years, and at the age of 38, he was appointed as the Minister of Chemical Industry ~ Vice President of the Sha Design and Research Institute. The elites of the young Zhuang faction. Later, under his leadership and the efforts of Tang Wanxin, a large number of potash experts, including Tang Zhongfan, Liu Chuanfu, Tan Changjing, etc., joined the Lop Nur project. These young strong factions in the field of potash research in China formed the Sunway Mining Potash Research Institute The main body." Zhang Lei, who has been researching Delong Group''s data for more than three months, is undoubtedly more familiar with Delong''s assets than Guo Shouyun.


    After a pause, Zhang Lei turned his head and continued: "They have traveled thousands of miles from Xinjiang to Lop Nor, most of them for the potash project!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after a little pondering, "Where are they now?"


    "I''m still waiting outside the door." Wang Jue replied.


    "Take them to the living room below."


    "Yes!"


    "Old Zhang, you also go down with me to see!"


    Zhang Lei nodded and followed Guo Shouyun out of the reception room.

 v2 Chapter 664： sincere northwestern man

    Chapter 664 The sincere northwest man


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    "Old Li, this Bruce Guo is an American, do you think he can listen to us?" Tang Zhongfan asked his companions worriedly.


    "Always give it a try! We have worked hard for the Lop Nur project for four years, how much energy have we put into it? We can''t just let it delay indefinitely." Li Hao said firmly.


    "Haozi is right. In order to find potash in Lop Nur, Mr. Peng left his life there, and the body has not been found. We younger generations should inherit his legacy and solve the problem that 70% of China''s potash depends on imports. Dilemma!" Liu Chuanfu with eyes also firmly said.


    While the three were chatting in a low voice, footsteps from far to near came from outside the door. Not long after, a tall young man appeared in front of them.


    Although I have heard from various channels that Bruce Guo, a world-class rich man, is only 24 years old. But when they actually saw the other person who was not a few years older than their own son, the faces of these middle-aged men with tanned skin in the scorching hot and dry environment in Lop Nur showed surprise at the same time.


    After briefly looking at the three men in front of him who looked more like farmers than intellectuals, Guo Shouyun took a step forward and stretched out his right hand.


    "Hello, I''m Bruce Guo!"


    "Hello, Mr. Guo. My name is Li Hao. I''m the person in charge of the Lop Nor Potash Research Institute. They are Tang Zhongfan and Liu Chuanfu. They are the vice presidents of the institute and are responsible for the research on the production process of potassium sulfate."


    Guo Shouyun introduced Zhang Lei to them, and after everyone shook hands in turn, the guests and the host took their seats.


    "I heard that the three came directly from Lop Nur. I don''t know what to do with me?"


    "Mr. Guo, I''m doing research and I''m not very good at speaking. If you say something that makes you unhappy, please don''t mind." Li Hao said.


    "I have always respected the three researchers who went to the front line, so Mr. Li can rest assured. If you have anything to say, please feel free to say it."


    "That''s good." After Li Hao organized the language, "Mr. Guo, China is a country that is seriously lacking in potash. The global reserves of potash resources are about 17 billion tons, and the total amount of potash resources in China is currently only 475 million tons. It only accounts for 2.6% of the world''s total. The external dependence of added salt resources is as high as 70%. In order to solve this problem, in the 1960s and 1970s, famous biochemists visited Xinjiang and Xinjiang 15 times, entered Lop Nur 3 times, and even sacrificed their lives there. Now, Lop Nur potash has finally been found, and the reserves are as high as 200 million tons, the purity is over 51%, and the industrial reserves account for 63% of the total reserves of potash in China."


    Speaking of this, Li Hao''s face showed excitement.


    "Although Lop Nur''s potash has a good prospect and contains hundreds of billions of profits. But it is far away from people, more than 300 kilometers away from the nearest city Hami; and fresh water is extremely scarce, only a small amount of salt water and brackish water; there are no roads, There is no electricity and no communication facilities. Facing such difficulties, many state-owned companies are discouraged. However, Mr. Tang Wanxin from Delong invested hundreds of millions of Chinese dollars in development. He solved the problem of roads and water shortages within three years and solved the problem. Exploration, environmental impact assessment, project approval, industrial pilot test, pilot test and production, etc., the company has broken through the technical difficulties caused by water shortage in potash production and the technical problems of salt field construction that have not been solved in the world, and has core technologies. A number of intellectual property inventions.��


    "Although due to funding problems, the production of 200,000 tons of potassium sulfate originally planned to be completed before the end of the year has only completed 38,000 tons. However, according to the unique brine composition of Lop Nur and the local water shortage conditions, we developed the potassium sulfate production line by ourselves. The production process, the purity of the product reaches more than 97%, the total recovery rate of potassium ions reaches 50%, and the water consumption is less than 7 tons of fresh water. As long as the follow-up capital investment can keep up, the company can continue to make profits. "


    "So, I hope that Mr. Guo can pay attention to our Lop Nur potash salt, invest funds in time, and complete the 200,000-ton potash salt production project. Don''t let the 37 researchers and 573 workers of our Lop Nur potash salt research institute work hard for four years. A waste of time!"


    Guo Shouyun saw the deep sincerity in Li Hao''s eyes. There is no doubt that he and his colleagues are all intellectuals who regard their careers as their lives and truly have big minds! This is also the most common feature of researchers who have come from the most difficult times in China.


    This is a group of people who serve the country and the people!


    "Mr. Li, please rest assured. Regarding Lop Nur potash, we have decided to invest 358 million Chinese dollars to complete all the facilities required for the 200,000-ton potash project. Then we will continue to invest 2.6 billion Chinese dollars next year. And by the end of 2006 The annual production capacity of 120 tons of potassium sulfate will be formed. Then, depending on the resource exploitation, the second phase of development will be completed in 2010, and the annual production capacity of Lop Nor potash will be increased to 2.2 million tons. Delong''s original development plan will be completed."


    "Really?" Li Hao said excitedly.


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively, "I think since you can find me, you should know something about me. I don''t think I''m short of funds to develop Lop Nur potassium salt."


    Li Hao nodded vigorously. Of course they know the powerful economic strength behind the young man in front of them.


    "Thank you Mr. Guo, on behalf of all the staff of Lop Nor Potash, I thank you for your generosity."


    "Mr. Li is very polite. By the way, I look at you, you shouldn''t have lunch yet, right?"


    "We took the train from Wu ~ Lumu ~ Qi to this place for a day, and we haven''t had time to eat." Liu Chuanfu said.


    Li Hao and Tang Zhongfan showed a hint of embarrassment on their faces, and their companions were too straightforward to speak up!


    Guo Shouyun didn''t think so.


    "Wang Jue, take the three gentlemen down for dinner. Book a hotel for them by the way, and when they go back, book a flight back to Ulu-Muqi for them."


    "Yes!"


    "Mr. Guo, in fact, we can go back by train. There is no need to take a plane, the air ticket is too expensive!" Li Hao waved his hand quickly.


    A plane ticket from Modu to Ulu ~ Muqi almost catches up with his monthly salary. This made him a little uncomfortable, who had always disliked the benefits of income.


    "Mr. Li don''t have to mind. In the future, the employees of Luoka Company will travel by plane if the distance is too far. The company will reimburse the airfare and room and board expenses. This is also the treatment that all companies under my company will have. It is not just for the three Sir." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    Hearing this, Li Hao breathed a sigh of relief.


    "Thank you so much! Farewell!"


    "I''ll send three!"


    Guo Shouyun personally sent them out, and watched them get into the car arranged by Wang Jue and gradually leave.


    "With people like this working so hard for this country, how could China not be revived!"


    "I think if they can hear the boss''s comments in person, they should be very happy!" Zhang Lei said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, "It seems that Chen Yu should be called to ask."


    "Do you plan to increase your investment in Sanwei Mining?"


    Zhang Lei directly participated in the planning of Delong''s asset disposal plan. He clearly knew that, in addition to investing 356 million Chinese coins to improve the annual production capacity of 200,000 tons of potassium sulfate in Lop Nur, there was no follow-up plan to increase the production of potassium sulfate by 1 million tons. At least not during the last discussion.


    "Promised things are never broken!"


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    "Boss, are you looking for me?"


    Chen Yu, who was working in the headquarters of Dongfang Group, that is, the former headquarters of Delong Group in Modu, rushed here after receiving a call from Guo Shouyun.


    Nodding, after Chen Yu sat down, "Looking at your appearance, you must be very busy recently, right?"


    "Delong''s financial assets and industrial assets are so complicated that I''m afraid I won''t be able to rest this year."


    Guo Shouyun knew that she was telling the truth. Although he had already parted with some assets from Deron, the remaining ones were still chaotic and exhausting.


    "I have read the list of professional managers in various companies that you submitted to Zhang Lei, and there is no problem. I believe you can breathe a sigh of relief when they take office."


    "This is the best!"


    Guo Shouyun glanced at her and nodded.


    "At noon today, three chemical experts from the Lop Nur Potash Research Institute, a subsidiary of Sunway Mining, approached me. They asked me to pay attention to the development of Lop Nur potash, and I agreed to their request. I promised to realize Lop Nur potash before the end of 2006. The salt company''s annual production capacity of 1.2 million tons Chen Yu''s brows furrowed instantly, "Boss, according to our assessment, we want to increase the annual production capacity of Lop Nur Potash Company to 100% under the existing conditions. 1.2 million tons, at least about 3 billion Chinese coins will be invested. With many of Delong''s assets highly indebted, we couldn''t come up with that much money. "


    Now Delong''s assets have just begun to be cleaned up, and those companies that are ready to sell have not yet found their next home, so they simply can''t come up with so much money.


    "I understand the plight of Dongfang Group. I will take out this money through Yunfan Investment! For the convenience of subsequent investment, I will consider taking Sunway Mining Co., Ltd. out of Dongfang Group."


    In the equity structure of Dongfang Group, Yunfan Investment, established by Guo Shouyun in the name of the Ji family sisters, owns 30% of the shares, Hanhua Holdings owns 25%, the remaining ICBC has 9%, CCB has 8.5%, Agricultural Bank has 9.3%, China Banks have 11%.


    When Delong''s industrial assets were put into it before, the five parties discussed it in advance. The Oriental Group only has management rights, but the actual value of these Delong companies is determined according to the amount of capital invested by the five parties.


    For example: Alloy Shares has a debt of 2 billion yuan and a revenue of 300 million yuan. It needs to invest 1 billion yuan to be revitalized. At this time, everyone sit down and discuss, calculate the total assets of the alloy shares, and then see how much each of the 1 billion revitalization funds will be contributed. Naturally, those who have issued more will have more shares, and those who have issued less will have less shares. In addition, no matter how many alloy shares you have, these shares will be handed over to the asset management department of Orient Group instead of executive management.

 v2 Chapter 665： 3D Mining Shares

    Chapter 665 Three-dimensional Mining Shares


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    However, the capital of Sunway Mining Co., Ltd. is too small, and the total asset value of its three subsidiaries does not exceed 300 million Huaxia coins. Guo Shouyun invested 3 billion yuan at once, and almost completely acquired the company. The shareholding ratio is infinitely close to 100%.


    "This..., Boss. Didn''t you say that the assets of Sunway Mining Co., Ltd. should be placed under the name of Dongfang Group?" Chen Yu said cautiously.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Why, are you still planning to earn a management fee?"


    Chen Yu smiled awkwardly. She did have such an idea. After all, although the Dongfang Group has a strong background, it has too much debt. She doesn''t intend to let go of any channel that can make money.


    In addition, she did not want to hand over the three-dimensional joint stock company, but also because she also valued the future of the Huaxia capital market. Although the asset management business based on corporate inheritance is almost non-existent in China, it is very common in Western countries. After a decade or two, the old generation of entrepreneurs has become a thing of the past, and when China begins to face the inheritance of family businesses, in order to avoid the end of three generations of wealth, Western-style family trusts will definitely become popular.


    But not all family businesses are capable of adopting this method of wealth inheritance.


    If the asset management department of the Orient Group, that is, Orient Trust, owns some well-run enterprises and has accumulated profound experience in this area, it will definitely attract those heirs who are not excellent in the future, and the cost of setting up a trust alone is too high. Small and medium family business.


    "Okay, since I promised you before, I don''t want to go back on it right away. But you can ask the four major banks to see if they want to invest. If so, you are responsible for talking to them on my behalf! If not... Forget it, let''s talk about it later." Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    Although the potential of Lop Nor potash is very good, if the annual production capacity of 1.2 million tons can be realized. Then this is a large company with a revenue of more than 4.5 billion Chinese currency and a net profit of 1.5 billion Chinese currency. But from Guo Shouyun''s point of view, a company with a revenue of less than US$600 million is still a "small business" and is not part of his core industry layout.


    Since it is not a core industry, it does not matter how many shares, as long as you ensure that your own interests are not damaged. Instead of the core enterprise, there is no capital for him to personally pay attention to.


    "Yes!"


    "Also, regardless of the four major banks, the first fund I handed over to Sanwei Mining Co., Ltd. will gradually arrive in the account in a week''s time. Therefore, you have to give priority to finishing the affairs of Sanwei Mining, especially It''s a matter of equity changes."


    Guo Shouyun has never been ambiguous on issues related to his own interests.


    Chen Yu nodded.


    "Out of the 400 million Chinese coins, 365 million Chinese coins were handed over to Lop Nur Potash Company, and the remaining 35 million Chinese coins were handed over to Lop Nur Mining Company."


    "Lop Nor Mining?" Chen Yu asked in surprise.


    "I plan to merge Turpan Potassium Sulfate Company and Bazhou Mining Company into Lop Nor Mining Company." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    Sunway Mining Co., Ltd. has three wholly-owned subsidiaries, namely Lop Nur Potash, Turpan Potassium Sulfate and Bazhou Mining. Among them, Lop Nor Potash Company is responsible for the development of Lop Nor Potash with the greatest potential and the most assets; Turpan Potassium Sulfate Company is responsible for the development of 200 million potash in Lop Nor. The development of natural potassium nitrate mines in the Turpan Basin; Bazhou Mining is responsible for the development of vermiculite and andalusite in Bazhou, because the natural deposits of potassium nitrate, vermiculite and andalusite are not large, and the annual mining volume each does not exceed 50,000 tons. The annual output of body andalusite does not exceed 5,000 tons, so although the two companies are profitable, they are only small companies, which is different from Lop Nur potash.


    It is precisely because of their small scale that in Guo Shouyun''s view, there is no need for them to exist alone.


    "Boss, even if it is a merger, 35 million Chinese coins are too much for the Lop Nor mining company, and the same type of mines in Xinjiang are too scarce. Even if you want to expand, you can only go abroad to find a way."


    For vermiculite, the global annual output in 2000 was only 500,000 tons. Potassium nitrate is similar, and andalusite as a high-grade refractory material is less, and the annual output of Huaxia is only 8,500 tons. South Africa, which has the most abundant andalusite deposits, also produces only 250,000 tons a year, France, which is the second, has only 65,000 tons, and China is the third.


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "The 35 million Huaxia coins are not invested in vermiculite, potassium sulfate and andalusite, but rare earth mines."


    "Rare earth mines?"


    Huaxia rare earth reserves are the largest in the world, accounting for 70% of the global rare earth ore content. In later generations, news about Huaxia rare earth mines being monopolized by foreign companies and losing countless profits was often reported in the newspapers. Among them, the most criticized is that Huaxia Rare Earth accounts for 90% of the global rare earth export, but it has never been able to obtain the pricing power of rare earth, commonly known as the right to speak. This situation didn''t change until Guo Shouyun crossed over because of the state''s intervention.


    Of course, Guo Shouyun''s involvement in rare earth mines is not because he wants to change this situation. Although he is powerful now and can even influence the decision-making of the US government, he cannot change the status quo of Huaxia''s rare earth industry. He wants to intervene now, the purpose is just to promote the development of Northwest Mining.


    "In the future Northwest Mining''s main business is the mining of various rare minerals. For example, rare earths, such as tungsten, antimony, tin, niobium and tantalum, etc. It is not as big as a sudden development, as long as every year Investing tens of millions, coupled with the revenue of these companies, can be developed step by step.��


    "Yes!"


    Chen Yu nodded.


    With the ever-growing 3D mining company, when he is interested in mining, he can also borrow her foundation to expand rapidly. If he is not interested, as rare metal mines become more and more valuable in the future, he can also make a lot of money from this investment.


    After explaining Chen Yu, Guo Shouyun let her leave.


    In order to raise funds for Sunway Mining, Red Star Auto and Tuniu Tourism, Guo Shouyun mortgaged the 8.5% equity of Master Kong held by Hanhua Trust to Hanhua Bank. This part of the shares worth 2.5 billion Huaxia coins is almost enough to support Sunway Mining. After all, the investment is also given annually, which does not mean that all the investment will be credited to your account immediately.


    In addition, the way of mortgage loans can also allow Guo Shouyun to enjoy the dividends of rising stock prices. At least, Master Kong''s increase is definitely more than the 6.42% interest on bank loans. In this way, both ends will not be delayed. When the interest is paid, sell some stocks.


    In the end, Guo Shouyun also removed Zhang Lei from the position of CEO of Hanhua Trust and took its management back into his own hands.


    Just like the Guo Family Trust, Han Hua Trust will also be his command center for managing his Hua Xia assets. With the establishment of his family in Huaxia and the repeated investment of heavy investment, the status of Hanhua Trust has not been the same as before.

 v2 Chapter 666： Senior Technician

    Chapter 666 Senior Technician


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    In addition to work, another thing happened around Guo Shouyun. After returning from Yunnan Province, he originally thought that Qiu Manyun would move to Guo''s Manor. But to his surprise, she didn''t come and still lived in the villa she bought next to Guo''s manor.


    "why?"


    "Living together, we will have no secrets from each other. The price of being too familiar with each other is a complete loss of attraction to each other. So I would rather be separated from you and have independent space for each other, and this relationship can also be maintained. longer!"


    Well, Guo Shouyun doesn''t understand this woman''s quirky brain circuit. But after all, she lives next to her, and it''s not too far away, just follow her.


    "What does the doctor say about Guo Jing and Xiaoyun''s injuries?"


    "It''s a little troublesome!" Qiu Manyun frowned, "After their leg bones and forearm ulna were broken, they did not receive timely treatment, resulting in dislocation of growth, which is also the reason for their disability. If they want to recover, they must let The bones are re-disconnected from the wrong place, corrected and then restored. Fortunately, they are still young, and there is a possibility of full recovery. It��s just that the whole treatment process will be very painful, and I��m afraid they will be unbearable.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    "Treatment is a must for the sake of health. Also, when their injuries are healed, I think they will be brought to the United States."


    "Bring to America? Why?"


    "Of course it''s education. I started a charitable educational organization ''Bruce Middle School'' there, and there are already two campuses in Campbell in Silicon Valley and Mivinston in Chicago, including preschool, kindergarten, primary and secondary schools. , the teachers are all excellent teachers I hired from the United States, where they can receive the best education. Moreover, the admission is mainly for orphans, and there are more Chinese Americans, they will not be discriminated against there.��


    After nodding clearly, "Charity education institution? Do you still have such assets in your name?"


    "There are dozens of charitable foundations under my name that donate 5% of their income to charity every year, and Bruce Middle School is just one of them."


    "Is it for tax avoidance?"


    Qiu Manyun said with great interest.


    "Besides that, do you think there are other possibilities?" Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Okay, it''s getting late. After dinner, you should also go to work earlier, I still have things to do."


    "Wait a minute. As I said last time, the high-end jewelry materials under the Grain Rain Fund will be reserved for us Jinyuan Jewelry."


    "If it''s time to sell, I''ll let them inform you as soon as possible. However, the Grain Rain Fund is a long-term business, and the things it buys won''t be sold in a short time, and it may even be held for ten years. Therefore, If you''re serious about buying more high-end jewelry materials, don''t stare at it. Next time I''ll ask a company in South Africa to scour you for some more high-end materials."


    "real?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. He is short of money now. It is a waste to keep a large number of jewelry materials in the treasures of the Indian temple. It is better to wash them quickly and exchange them for usable funds. Although increasing the volume of shipments will lose the profits of the future appreciation of jewelry materials; but these money can also be exchanged for more benefits in their own hands, and there is no loss between the addition and subtraction. If the operation is good, you may still earn more. More importantly, the black gold was washed white.


    "It''s great, with your batch of goods. We Jinyuan Jewelry can compete with Xie Ruilin for the top five status!" Qiu Manyun said excitedly.


    Seeing her like this, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly. When the mercenaries of the internal guards are making extra money and tempering their combat effectiveness by the way, African employers usually pay their salaries with diamonds and gold.


    Of course, this is also a matter of mutual benefit. Jinyuan Jewelry obtained low-cost raw materials, and the inner guard troops also received higher income. In the past, these things were sold on the black market, and they could only get a profit equal to 50% of the market price. And Qiu Manyun can get at least 70% here.


    "Honghong, how is your Plaza Hotel going now?"


    "The design drawings have been completed, and construction will officially start on May 16." Ji Hong replied.


    Noticing her husband''s eyes looking at him, Ji Zheng said first: "The decoration of the Kirin Restaurant has started for a month, and now it is mainly about the exterior facade and the internal relocation; in another month and a half, these will be completed. June 20 The interior decoration will start around No. 1, and we will strive to officially open on October 1."


    "I can''t see that Xiao Zheng also has the aura of a strong woman."


    "Sister Yun, don''t laugh at me. They are still far from you and my sister."


    Facing the praise, Ji Zheng''s pretty face blushed slightly. However, the proud look on his face could not be concealed.


    "It really did a good job, Xiao Zheng made me a little bit impressed." Guo Shouyun was quite amused when he saw her little head raised so high. She was too proud, and Guo Shouyun had to beat him at the right time. Of course, for the newcomers who are new to the mall, praise is the main thing, and her enthusiasm cannot be cooled. So even if it is beating, pay attention to the scale.


    "The decoration of the restaurant is only one aspect, the most important thing is the dishes. Therefore, it is very important to find a good chef." After a pause, "Xiao Zheng, have you made any progress in this regard?"


    Ji Zheng''s expression was stagnant, and he became a little hesitant when his pride was gone, and then shook his head in distress.


    "I interviewed many chefs, but unfortunately none of them are senior technicians!"


    There are 5 levels of chefs in Huaxia, namely elementary, intermediate, advanced, technician, and senior technician. Generally, students who graduate from chef schools should basically be at the intermediate level and have intermediate-level certificates. When working as a chef 4 Years, you can get an advanced qualification certificate. After working for more than 7 hours, you can obtain a technician qualification certificate. After working for more than 10 years, you can get a senior technician qualification certificate, which means that if you want to change from a junior apprentice to a chef with a senior technician qualification certificate, you need to study and work for at least 20 hours.


    And if you have a senior technician certificate, then you have the qualifications to publish a book, be a gourmet judge, set up a chef school, and establish your own sect, because you already have your own world in the field of cooking!


    The positioning of Kirin Restaurant is high-end Chinese food. If the price is to go up, of course, there must be a chef at the level of senior technicians. But there are very few senior technicians, and they are often pits for each turnip. Of course, it is not that easy to find.


    "During this time, we asked headhunters to contact several chefs with senior technician certificates, but they were all rejected." Ji Hong said.


    "The reason why we were rejected is because our conditions were not satisfactory to the other party." Qiu Manyun said.


    "If the strength is really good, you can use the restaurant''s shares to win over. In addition, look for chefs who have a technician certificate. I believe that many of the dishes are of good quality, but because the age has not yet arrived, so I did not get the senior level. A top chef with a technician certificate." Guo Shouyun said.


    "I will contact the headhunter!" Ji Hong said.


    "Let Xiao Zheng participate more in this matter and exercise her!"


    Glancing at her sister who was nodding her head vigorously, Ji Hong smiled and nodded.


    After breakfast, the three women went about their own business. Guo Shouyun received Brito, who had resigned and returned, in the front living room.


    "Because of your resignation, Lehman personally called and complained to me."


    After pouring him a cup of tea, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "When he promised to let me come to China for half a year, he was actually ready for me to leave Brecco Investments. Now I''m calling my boss to complain, I just hope to get more support from you. For future control InBev is just laying the foundation," said Brito.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. If there is no memory of future generations, maybe he will agree with the other party. However, whether it was his own memory or Lehman''s tone of voice when he called, it all confirmed that the other party did not really value Brito. I believe that when Brito resigned, Lehman must have persuaded him. It''s just that successful people are generally more confident or conceited in their hearts, and they rarely change their course for what they believe in before they experience failure.


    Coupled with Guo Shouyun''s sentence: Are you willing to sell beer for a lifetime or change the world with me. It was like an iron wall, and Lehman''s persuasion was useless.


    Moreover, in order to gain more equity in InBev, Lehman sold the interests of many minority shareholders of American Beverages. As the CEO of America Beverages, Brito, who has spent countless efforts to build a company that has become a critical presence in the entire Brazilian capital market, and who has not gained much benefit from this acquisition, is undoubtedly resentful.


    In addition, after the acquisition was completed and he lost his position as CEO of Americas Beverages, Lehman asked him to serve as the CEO of the Canadian Coman Brewing Company, which is not even comparable to Americas Beverages. Although Lehman assured that Coman Brewing Co. was only transitioning; let him become CEO of InBev a year later. But looking at it now, it''s more like an empty promise to keep him! After all, Lehman himself is now excluded from InBev''s management system.


    Therefore, the attractiveness of the ready-made CEO position of Red Star Automobile Group overrides everything.


    Guo Shouyun has no intention of correcting Brito''s opinion on Lehman''s decision. After all, the relationship between the two has deteriorated, which is a very favorable thing for him.


    "I believe you have not been idle during the time you returned to South America to resign. How about it? Do you have any new ideas for the rectification of Red Star Auto Group?"


    At the beginning, Wang Jue and Xu Xiaojing told themselves that before leaving, Brito asked them to prepare a lot of information about Red Star Auto, Huaxia Auto, and the European auto industry, especially Rover Auto. After reading so much, of course There will be gains.

 v2 Chapter 667： Amazing Brito

    Chapter six hundred and sixty seventh marveled Brito


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    "The Huaxia auto market is indeed as the boss said, with huge development potential in the future. And Red Star Auto has all the potential to become a giant in the Huaxia auto industry."


    After a pause, "Of course, before revitalizing this potential, we have to rectify some situations within the Red Star Auto Group."


    Guo Shouyun made a quiet listening gesture.


    "The first is Hongyan Heavy Truck Company, which currently has two production bases in Huaxia Shancheng and Chang''an. Shancheng''s production base is in cooperation with Shancheng Heavy Truck Group, which can get the support of the other party in technology, channels and personnel, plus Our advantages in gearboxes, gears, spark plugs, etc., can focus on the development of heavy truck business, and focus on the production and research and development of 15 tons, 25 tons, 35 tons, three heavy truck market segments. Especially 15 tons heavy trucks, currently Our main sales force is 15,800 vehicles in the whole year, accounting for 40.3% of Huaxia''s 15-ton heavy truck market. We must maintain this advantage. In the 25-ton and 35-ton markets, Hongyan Automobile only sold 5,823 vehicles and 2,210 vehicles last year. Compared with the traditional big factories such as FAW and Dongfeng, it is much worse, and this is where we will focus on strengthening in the future.��


    "...Hongyan Heavy Duty Automobile Chang''an Plant, mainly integrates Baoji Vehicle Plant in Shaanxi Automobile Manufacturing Plant, unites Shaanxi Donglong Group Co., Ltd., Shancheng Kafu Parts Co., Ltd., and the predecessor of our Red Star, Germany Long Group, together with Shaanxi Automobile, jointly established a heavy-duty vehicle company. However, compared with the Shancheng Plant, the core of the Chang''an Plant is the Shaanxi Automobile Manufacturing Plant and the Baoji Vehicle Plant, and these two enterprises are Huaxia military off-road vehicles. In the factory, after the boss decided to sell this part of the assets to Shaanxi Automobile and sell the production technology of the ''Tiejia'' off-road vehicle to Dongfeng Group, the strength of Hongyan Heavy Duty Chang''an factory has been weakened by most. Therefore, I think Chang''an factory should give up For the production of heavy trucks, the existing production lines and technologies will be used to produce large and medium passenger cars and medium and light trucks."


    There is no doubt that according to Brito''s plan, Hongyan Automobile Mountain City Plant will be the focus of the company in the future, and now almost all of the company''s main revenue heavy trucks are produced here.


    However, if Guo Shouyun remembers correctly, in the ranking of Huaxia heavy truck production brands in later generations, Shaanxi Automobile ranks fourth in China after FAW Jiefang, Dongfeng, and Sinotruk. In contrast, Shancheng Heavy Truck could not even find its name.


    "I have no objection to Hongyan Heavy Truck''s entry into the production of large and medium-sized passenger cars and medium and light trucks. However, the heavy-duty truck business cannot be placed in Shancheng. There are two reasons: First, Shaanxi Automobile''s automobile production capacity and technical reserves are far superior to those of Shancheng. There are enough parts manufacturers here to facilitate our production and operation. Second, Chang''an is the city with the highest density of colleges and universities and the largest number of people with higher education in China. It has an important position in the country and is one of the five largest education and scientific research in China. One of the centers. It has 63 colleges and universities, 46 postgraduate training units, more than 60 academicians of the two academies, 1.2 million college students, and more than 300,000 graduates every year. There are 2 ''985 Project'' universities, ''211 There are 7 engineering'' colleges and universities. In comparison, Shancheng is much worse."


    "Brito, you have also read the information of Hongyan Automobile, although we now occupy a certain position in the heavy-duty truck industry in China. But compared with the world''s mainstream heavy-duty truck companies, the technology we use is more than a generation behind them. In the future, if Hongyan Auto wants to occupy the international market, the technological gap is a shortcoming that we have to make up for. If we want to improve automotive technology, talent comes first. And Changan''s foundation in this respect far exceeds that of Shancheng. Moreover, in addition to scientific research talents, the skilled workers needed for car manufacturing are also abundant here. Therefore, the Changan plant cannot be weakened, but must be strengthened. Not only the ability to build cars, but also research and development should be strengthened.��


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun solemnly explained: "In the future, Hongyan Heavy Truck''s annual R&D investment will account for 10% of its total revenue. Especially in terms of engines."


    Before his rebirth, ZTE and Huawei, one negative and one positive, fully proved the importance of technology research and development. The former was sanctioned by the United States, and it fell badly, with both stock prices and revenue falling. However, the latter has made U.S. sanctions a free propaganda because it has too many core technologies on 5G equipment. Huawei, which was originally only well-known in China and the field of communication equipment, suddenly became a world-renowned communication equipment giant under the propaganda of the US imperialists, and it became more active and chic.


    There is no example that can make Chinese people understand the importance of technology patents more than this.


    As a top professional manager, Brito naturally understands the importance of technology research and development. Regarding Guo Shouyun''s proposal, he nodded after thinking about it for a while.


    "In the future, the Chang''an Plant will be the core of our Hongyan heavy-duty vehicle production and research and development. The Shancheng Plant will only be a production base."


    "Anyway, after selling the production equipment and technology of off-road vehicles, we already hold 100% of the shares in Chang''an Plant. Although the foundation is weaker, there are also fewer constraints from other companies, and we can invest and develop wholeheartedly." Guo Shouyun said.


    Brito nodded in agreement.


    "Huang Torch''s main business is auto parts. It is currently the largest manufacturer of spark plugs and piston pins in China, the second largest manufacturer of air-conditioning compressors in China, and the largest manufacturer of China''s auto brake systems exported to the United States. Spark plugs and other products are sold in China. The market share has reached 40%. However, compared with world-class auto parts giants such as Bosch, Magna, and Continental Group, Hunan Torch does not have its own technical reserves, and the auto parts produced are not systematic, with low profit margins and low added value. question."


    "Therefore, I think Hunan Torch should shift from pure auto parts production to systematic R&D and production, which is also the practice of international auto parts industry giants. For example, we can extend from spark plugs to include spark plugs, high-voltage wires, ignition coils, ignition The entire ignition system, including spare parts such as switches and ignition modules, extends from the production of gears and piston pins to the crank connecting rod mechanism including gears, piston pins, connecting rods, crankshafts, connecting rod bushes, crank bushes, and piston rings , and the entire engine system; from the A/C compressor to the vehicle A/C system full of compressors, condensers, dryer bottles, A/C pipes, evaporators, blowers, A/C fans."


    "Systematic R&D and production can bring more profits and stronger industry influence. Moreover, among these systems, we have established a certain foundation, and it is relatively easy to develop. Therefore, I think Hunan Torch should give up the non-core auto parts business and focus on the ignition system, engine system, air conditioning system and brake system that we already have a certain foundation for. Continue to invest money, time and energy in research and development, and through appropriate international mergers and acquisitions, become the field in this field A world-class company!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "The fragmented and unsystematic auto parts business is indeed less profitable and has no industry influence. I completely agree with your opinion on the reform of Xianghuo Cabinet."


    "Red Star Motor Company, currently we have two production plants. The first one is the former Sanjiang Renault factory in Xiaogan, Hubei Province, and the current Red Star Motor Xiaogan factory has the capacity to produce 150,000 light commercial vehicles. Today It has been fully acquired by us and is 100% controlled."


    "Although the Huaxia MPV market is developing rapidly, the demand for light commercial vehicles is not large. In 2003, the total sales volume of similar models was 478,000, including imported models. Therefore, I think we should pay attention to the Xiaogan factory''s The production line will be modified to retain the production capacity of 50,000 light commercial vehicles, and the remaining two production lines will be changed to produce the Chinese version of the Rover 75 sedan."


    "As for the Ningbo-Bo factory in Zhejiang Province, I suggest dividing Rover''s production line in Longqiao, UK into two. The production capacity of 50,000 vehicles will be retained. The remaining five production lines will be relocated year by year. ~ The Bo factory has a production capacity of 100,000 vehicles. Then, depending on the sales situation of Dongxing Automobile Group, it is decided to relocate or sell the remaining production lines.��


    When he said the last two words, Brito''s tone became heavy. No matter how confident he is in his abilities, he doesn''t think he can turn a car company with almost zero production and sales of family cars into a large car group with sales of more than 450,000 in two years.


    Guo Shouyun can understand his concern. In the eyes of outsiders, it is indeed impossible for a car company that has never produced a family car to sell more than 450,000 cars within a year or two. No, it''s totally impossible.


    But in Guo Shouyun''s view, this is not impossible. First off, Rover Motors is broken now though. But after all, it is a large-scale automobile company that has existed for more than 100 years, and has a very high brand awareness in Europe, strong research and development capabilities, and perfect sales channels. Just because there is no good product, it looks old, and now it is almost on the verge of bankruptcy, and it has been sold many times.


    Perhaps in the eyes of outsiders, Rover has no value at all except for technology, factories, and sales channels. But in Guo Shouyun''s eyes, these are the most valuable things. He has the ability to reach the sky, and there is no way to conjure these things in a short period of time. But he has the ability to make Rover come up with good products in a short time.


    Under Brito''s surprised eyes, Guo Shouyun got up and hugged his laptop. Open it, and after a few simple operations, he waved to Brito.


    "Come and see!"


    With a strong curiosity, Bo Ruituo did what he said, but when he stood behind Guo Shouyun and saw the computer screen clearly, his eyes widened instantly, his mouth was O-shaped, and his face was full of shock!

 v2 Chapter 668： Red Star, Rover, MG

    Chapter 668 Red Star, Rover, MG


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    A full-body red car with a tiger''s mouth-like grille, sharp and continuous headlights, a nearly parallel front hood, two ridges, curved front windows, a smooth rear body, and Raised trunk. The wheels are no longer simple horizontal and vertical, but a bifurcated design, which looks more sci-fi.


    Since he decided to become the CEO of Red Star Automobile Group, Brito has been reading information on automobiles, and he likes to drive, and has a certain understanding of the flagship products of major global automobile groups. But in his memory, no other car can be as beautiful and impressive as the one he sees now.


    "Mygod! It''s so pretty!"


    Hearing his almost moaning exclamation, the corners of Guo Shouyun''s mouth twitched up. After all, he is also a reborn person. He has driven cars for five or six years, and he knows too much about the styling of popular cars in later generations.


    Just like the car design drawing that Brito sees now, it has the tiger roaring grille from Adam''s house, which will become standard with sharp headlights, low front compartment, and hatchback design, and The bifurcated wheel that BMW often uses.


    In addition, in the interior of the car, Guo Shouyun also made significant changes to the shape of the car backrest, center console, steering wheel, doors and other parts based on his later experience. Of course, he did not come up with such advanced designs as the button-type steering wheel, LED lights, floating central control, and LCD display. But just what he has come up with is enough to shock the world.


    Look at the "box cars" that are running all over the street now, in Guo Shouyun''s eyes, they are stupid, dark, and without the slightest sense of beauty. Compared with it, Guo Shouyun''s design drawing of this car does not mention the difference between cloud and mud.


    "And that''s not all!"


    Saying that, Guo Shouyun dragged the mouse, and soon another design drawing came out.


    Compared with the red set, Guo Shouyun''s newly opened blue car design is generally similar to the former, but the air intake grille is horizontal, the bottom is smooth, and the Rover logo is in the middle, similar to the Buick Yinglang.


    After Bo Ruituo read it, Guo Shouyun opened another set of black car design drawings, which were basically similar to the previous two models, with minor changes in the corners, the air intake grille was a hexagonal mesh, and the middle was MG''s. Logo.


    The last set of yellow car design drawings is MG''s sports car series. Although Jinling Automobile did not acquire MG''s sports car series when it acquired Rover in 2007, the MG TS is the best-selling sports car in the UK.


    For the reputation of the MG sports car series, Guo Shouyun took out the classic shark face and scissor door.


    By the time Brito had read all the blueprints, his nerves were completely numb.


    "How is it? Are you confident about the future of Red Star now?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Brito nodded vigorously, took a deep breath to calm his inner excitement, and then said in a slightly trembling tone, "Boss, where did these car design drawings come from? It''s really outstanding!"


    "They are all from me!"


    Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "you?"


    Brito''s eyes widened instantly. He doesn''t feel like he''s been shocked as much in the past year as he is now.


    "That''s right!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively, "I took over the Hunan Torch, but I wasn''t completely unprepared."


    Having said that, these car design drawings were made by the people in his secretariat who were proficient in industrial design after he took down the Hunan Torch, using drawing software according to his own requirements.


    Because of Apple''s relationship, Guo Shouyun copied many designs of electronic products such as iPhone, iPod, iPad, MacBookPro, etc. from his memory, but he only knew what it looked like, but he couldn''t draw, so he specially asked Wang Jue to find a few people. A special drawing department has been formed under the Secretariat. There are not many people, only four or five, but it is enough for him.


    Guo Shouyun is not busy. According to the agreement he reached with Steve Jobs, he used the iPod designed by him, and he had to pay him a design fee of $2 for every one sold. Today, hundreds of millions of iPod series have been sold, and Guo Shouyun has collected more than 200 million US dollars for the design fee alone. Computer products such as the more expensive MacBook Pro are expensive, and the patent fee he wants is also higher. When Apple sells one, he wants $5.


    Of course, if it weren''t for the fact that he is the chairman of Apple''s board of directors, Jobs would not have signed such a contract with him because of his tough character! So, in the vast majority of cases, power and money go hand in hand.


    Now Guo Shouyun''s income from patent fees, although not as good as writing books and film copyrights, is also rising.


    Therefore, he spared no effort in designing the car this time. I have thought of all the advanced exterior designs that I can think of. In a few months, the drawing group expanded four or five times, and drew 27 sets and thousands of drawings according to his requirements. The secretariat''s patent application team has also added hundreds of automobile appearance patents to Guo Shouyun''s name.


    In the future, no matter which car company wants to develop new models, it will not be able to bypass him. All have to pay him patent fees. The revenue from royalties will exceed his copyright.


    Of course, this is after the shock release of the new car of Red Star Motors.


    "Boss, you are truly a genius!" After a long time, Brito said with admiration.


    "Let''s not talk about it for a while, do you think these designs will make Hongxing''s new car an instant hit?"


    "Of course, no doubt." Brito nodded affirmatively. Even though he just entered the auto industry, as a person who likes cars, each of these four cars has the urge to buy them.


    The design is really great!


    Thinking of this, he couldn''t help but look at the man beside him with admiration again! At the same time, he also felt for the first time what a correct decision he had made to promise the other party to be the CEO of Red Star Auto Group.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "According to my plan for Red Star Motor Company, there should be three brands under its banner, Red Star, Rover and MG."


    "The Red Star brand has two series: H series and K series, corresponding to sedans and SUVs respectively. Among them, the H series is divided into two levels, namely H1 light commercial vehicles, 1.2~1.5 displacement, and the price range is 40,000~60,000. H3, a compact sedan, with a displacement of 1.4~1.5, and a price range of 80,000~120,000.��


    "K series, there is only one model for the time being. That is K1, a compact SUV, with a displacement of 1.5~2.0, and a price range of 90,000~150,000."


    It is not yet ten years later, and there are still people who want purely domestic medium-sized cars in ten years. Now purely domestic medium-sized cars, if the quality is not too bad, how can it cost more than 150,000. With so much money, most people buy joint-venture cars, and few want purely domestic ones. Therefore, Guo Shouyun doesn''t bother, and will go directly to electric in the future.


    "The Rover brand has only one series, namely R25, a compact car, with a displacement of 1.5~2.0, and a price range of 160,000 to 250,000 Chinese dollars; R45, a medium-sized car, with a displacement of 2.0, with a price range of 250,000 to 300,000; R75, medium and large Sedan, displacement 2.0~3.0, price 400,000~650,000; R85 large and medium-sized station wagon, the price is similar to R75.��


    In fact, the four brands of Rover are Rover25, 45, 75, and 75Tourer, but Guo Shouyun doesn''t like letters. He likes BMW''s simple and clear classification method of letters and numbers, so he used it here according to his own preferences. .


    "The MG brand has two series, namely the M series and the S series. The M series is an SUV model with four grades: M1 compact SUV, with a displacement of 1.5~2.0, and a price range of 230,000~350,000. M3 Medium SUV, 2.0 displacement, price range of 400,000-550,000. M5 large and medium SUV, 3.0 displacement, price range of 760,000 to 850,000. M6 large and medium SUV, 3.0 displacement, price range of 770,000 to 880,000."


    "The S series is a sports car model with two levels. They are S3 small sports car, 2.0~2.5 displacement, and the price range is 550,000~900,000 Chinese dollars. S5 medium-sized sports car, 3.0~4.0 displacement, the price is 1.2-3.8 million yuan Huaxia Coin."


    Like Rover, MG''s brand and lineup were originally MGZR, ZS, ZT, ZT-T and the UK''s best-selling MGTF sports car. Guo Shouyun also changed everything according to his own preferences.


    "Of course, I set the price according to China''s situation. As for the international market, you can decide according to the actual situation. But Rover and MG are both luxury brands, and this positioning cannot be changed."


    As a century-old British brand, Rover was once a car brand loved by the upper class such as the Queen and the Pope, as well as the middle class, and it can also support the positioning of luxury.


    "The four cars I designed, red corresponds to the H series and K series of the Red Star brand, blue corresponds to the Rover brand, black corresponds to the M series of the MG brand, and finally the yellow sports car design naturally corresponds to the MG S series. This year, we will use the H1 , R25, M3 and S3 are the key development targets. We will try to launch them at the Geneva Motor Show in March next year. We will wait until the Frankfurt Motor Show in September to launch 4 models, and the rest will wait until Geneva next year.��


    "Also I agree with your proposal for the modification of the Xiao~gan factory, but the content should be changed. Three production lines, producing H1, H3 and K1 respectively. Ningbo~Bo factory, two new production lines, R25 and M1 are produced respectively. The six production lines of the Longbridge factory in the UK will not be relocated for the time being.��


    "Boss, if you follow your plan, in two years, our production capacity of Red Star will reach 550,000 vehicles, isn''t it too much?" Although the designs of the four cars are amazing, the production capacity of 550,000 vehicles is too high. .


    "So you have to work harder!" Guo Shouyun patted his shoulder.


    Brito smiled bitterly, "I''ll do my best!"


    "Don''t be so unconfident. Maybe you won''t think that this capacity is too much, but you will find that it is not enough."


    No one knows better than Guo Shouyun how fast China''s auto market will develop in the next ten years. And the newbies are more interested in the appearance of the car. If not to avoid too much opposition from Brito. He also wants to expand the size of the Xiao-Gan factory.


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 v2 Chapter 669： Tang family

    Chapter 669 Tang Family


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    After discussing with Brito about the Red Star Auto, he left. Although I can''t bear the exquisite car shape design in Guo Shouyun''s computer. However, due to the need for confidentiality, and the acquisition of Rover has not been finalized, it cannot be handed over to him.


    Leaving aside Brito and going deep into the Red Star Auto Group to launch a new round of investigation, not to mention preparations for the group''s reform. Guo Shouyun is still busy with the group''s affairs. In particular, the negotiations between Universal Real Estate and Tuniu Group and the Yunnan Provincial Government.


    "Boss, we have signed the contract with the Yunnan provincial government. Tourism + real estate will invest a total of 24 billion Chinese dollars in Yunnan Province in the next five years to develop 48 tourist routes, 50 scenic spots, 80 hotels, and 1,260 tourist buses; There are also 17 comprehensive commercial centers and 64 residential communities. All land required for investment is exempted from paying land fees within one year, 30% in the second year, 40% in the third year, 20% in the fourth year, and 10% in the last year. .In terms of scenic spot development, the two parties set up a joint venture company. The local county and city tourism management department takes the corresponding shares in the company on the condition of scenic land, scenic spots, and original tourism facilities. The specific share division is calculated according to the input of both parties. We are responsible for the scenic spot management. , the government is responsible for oversight.��


    "Good. When is the press conference?"


    "At 9:00 am on May 18, in the small auditorium of the Yunnan Provincial Government!"


    "So it''s three days later?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, and after pondering for a moment, "You should pay more attention to the project, and don''t make any mistakes. I have prepared for you the funding issue. Call Wang Jue when you need it, and I will sign and approve it. Also, have you asked Ctrip.com?"


    "I have already asked. But Shen Nanpeng rejected our acquisition!" Xing Zhiping said.


    "It is expected. If you refuse, just refuse. We will develop Tuniu.com with peace of mind. There is room for a few Internet travel companies in such a large tourism market as China."


    "Yes!"


    "Boss, Hutchison Group asked us if we can participate in the Beijing Twin Towers project?" Tang Wenfang said.


    "I will go to Hong Kong in a few days, and I will tell them about this."


    "Yes!"


    "Have other local governments approached you about cooperation recently?"


    "Yes! ... Gui Province, which is adjacent to Yunnan Province! Director of their Provincial Investment Promotion Office!" Xing Zhiping said.


    "I didn''t get a call here."


    It''s not surprising that Tang Wenfang couldn''t receive it. There are too many real estate development companies in the country, and it''s not bad for Global Real Estate.


    "In response to the invitation from Gui Province, we can agree to develop two or three projects, but we cannot invest on a large scale within two years."


    Xing Zhiping understands the plan of the big boss. Although there are many projects in Yunnan Province, there will always be a day when they will be completed. Maintaining the relationship with Guangxi Province will also lay a solid foundation for further in-depth cooperation in the future.


    "That''s it for the time being, if there is anything that needs me to deal with, just call me!"


    "clear!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun checked the time and left the house with Matthew.


    Tangchen Yipin, the magic capital, has been the representative of luxury houses in Shanghai since its opening due to its strategic location. However, Guo Shouyun, who was used to living in villas, was really not interested in such high-rise buildings. Today, he is mainly visiting a few friends who are not friends.


    "Mr. Guo, you are able to visit, it really makes our Tang Family Peng brilliance!" Tang Wanli''s tone showed a hint of compliment.


    Although Delong Group collapsed, Tang Wanli''s spirit was much better after he no longer had to worry about Delong''s financial affairs that could collapse at any time. After staying in the hospital for more than half a month, after controlling his high blood pressure, he returned to his home to recuperate.


    "Mr. Tang is very polite!" Guo Shouyun smiled faintly, "I think Wu Feng has already told you my opinion on how to deal with Delong?"


    "Yes! ... Mr. Guo''s handling of Delong is very worth learning. In the past, Delong had problems. The biggest reason is that we were too greedy and wanted to do everything, but we didn''t do anything well. In the future, we will Just as Mr. Guo said, put all your energy on power tools and garden machinery, dig deep in this industry, and lay a solid foundation."


    Tang Wanli''s oath is more like a commitment and obedience. Obviously, he was very afraid that Guo Shouyun would go back on his word and take back the alloy shares originally handed over to the Tang family for management.


    Guo Shouyun is not a fool. From his expression and eyes, he can guess some of Tang Wanli''s thoughts. However, he did not think that anyone who experienced such a big change in life would become suspicious.


    "I feel relieved when Mr. Tang said this. In the early stage of the company''s development, it is better to focus on this industry, to be fine, and to be deep."


    "What Mr. Guo said is very true!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, he took out a check from his pocket and handed it over.


    "This is a registered check of 100 million Huaxia coins that I asked Hanhua Holdings to write to Mr. Tang. Mr. Tang can use this money to revitalize the assets of Alloy Shares."


    Looking at the check handed in front of him, Tang Wanli hesitated for a while before carefully accepting it. After taking a look and confirming the authenticity, I couldn''t help but say excitedly, "Thank you, Mr. Guo, for your generosity. Thank you so much."


    He originally thought that he could keep the alloy shares so that the Tang family would not sink completely. It was already a fortune. I didn''t expect to get 100 million capital in the end. With this money, coupled with the funds that the Tang family still has in their hands, it is much easier for Alloy Shares to develop.


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "No need to thank you. The authentic Zeng Gong and tree-like jade you gave me are very valuable, and this money is regarded as my favor."


    "How can this be possible, how can a gift be sent out...!"


    After interrupting him, "I didn''t say that the money was transferred to you for free. It''s just that you don''t have to pay interest for three years."


    Hearing this, Tang Wanli breathed a sigh of relief. In the traditional concept of Chinese people, if you receive a gift, it means you are willing to cooperate with me, or work together. If you return the gift, it means ''how far away we are, we are not suitable, goodbye! ��


    Regardless of whether the Tang family can become independent from the shadow of the Guo family in the future, he does not want to lose contact with this huge international giant. This is a connection that many people can''t ask for.


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for your generosity!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Mr. Tang, you will be responsible for the alloy shares in the future. Oriental Trust is only responsible for financial supervision and operational supervision, and will not interfere with your management of the alloy shares. Therefore, in the future, can your Tang family buy back the equity of the alloy shares from me. , it depends on your own business ability.��


    "clear."


    Guo Shouyun stood up.


    "I''m here today, and that''s what I said. Mr. Tang, I hope that when we meet again in the future, we can still sit down and chat calmly as we do now. Instead of going to court in court."


    Holding his outstretched right hand, looking at his sharp eyes, over fifty years old, how could the experienced Tang Wanli not hear the threat in the other party''s words?


    "Mr. Guo, please rest assured. Delong has made too many mistakes before, and we have learned enough lessons. This time, we will use solid main income to prove the value of the company. Even if we finally launch a management buyout, it will still be worthwhile. It must be based on the financial health of the company.��


    "I hope Mr. Tang can remember today''s words and say goodbye!"


    "I''ll send Mr. Guo."


    Watching the black Mercedes-Benz go away, Tang Wanli, who returned home, told his family and entered the study.


    "Hey, big brother!"


    On the phone, Tang Wanchuan''s voice rang.


    "Are you still used to staying in Suzhou?"


    Since Alloy Co., Ltd. was downsized, it only has two businesses of power tools and garden machinery processing. It moved the company''s headquarters from Fengtian to Suzhou. It is close to several of the company''s most important production bases, and it is more convenient to manage.


    "There''s nothing inconvenient except for the humidity in winter."


    Tang Wanli nodded, "Guo Shouyun came to me just now."


    "Guo Shouyun? How did he come? I won''t go back and take the alloy shares back from us, right?" Tang Wanchuan''s voice suddenly rose.


    "Be quiet! Are you going to shock me to death?"


    "Okay! Brother, what is Guo Shouyun doing here?"


    "He gave me 100 million Huaxia coins, interest-free funds for three years."


    "One hundred million Huaxia coins? Interest-free for three years?" Tang Wanchuan''s tone was full of shock.


    In 2004, 100 million Huaxia coins was a huge sum of money! For houses within the third ring road of Beijing, 100 square meters can buy 200 sets!


    "Bruce Guo''s mind is much bigger than we thought!" Tang Wanli said with emotion. During this time, what they feared most was that the management rights of the alloy shares were taken back by the Oriental Group. As a result, the Tang family didn''t even have a platform to re-emerge.


    "He is a world-class super-rich, and there are more than a dozen large companies with assets of hundreds of billions of Chinese dollars. If you pluck a hair from your body, it is thicker than our legs. With a hole as big as Delong, we are all worried. Three to five and two to solve it. Big brother, this person is really incomparable." Tang Wanchuan sighed.


    "Guo Shouyun is really not comparable to us, and it is impossible for the Tang family to reach one-tenth of the others in this life. However, after today''s incident, I am not worried about the management rights of Alloy Shares. It can be seen that as long as we manage well , he does intend to let us take back the ownership of the alloy shares through the MPO after the financial health of the alloy shares is restored."


    "I said so long ago. People don''t look down on our assets, so you and the fourth child have to wait and see. Otherwise, let''s invest the money from the Swiss Bank earlier, maybe the company is on the right track now~ www.novelhall.com~ The money from the Swiss Bank is the last foundation of our Tang family, what if we were not careful?" After a pause, "But now I''m relieved."


    "Then let''s do it now? It just so happens that I also plan to acquire Maury and expand our market in the United States."


    "Okay! But let''s use the money given by Bruce Guo first, and let''s wait for our own funds."


    Even with Guo Shouyun''s assurance, Tang Wanli was still not at ease.


    "...Also, Delong''s incident has taught us a profound enough lesson. From now on, we will run the industry honestly, treat alloy shares as the foundation of our Tang family, and never touch finance, especially the stock market. You Remember it for me."


    "Brother, don''t worry! Once bitten by a snake, I will be afraid of the rope for ten years. I don''t want to enter the stock market anymore."


    "That''s good! We must keep the last hope of the Tang family!" Tang Wanli sighed deeply, with determination in his words!

 v2 Chapter 670： ripped cowboy

    Chapter 670 Hole Cowboy


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    When he got home, Guo Shouyun was quickly called over by several women.


    "Shouyun, look. Are we beautiful?" Qiu Manyun stretched out his proud figure, looking at Guo Shouyun with hope in his eyes. Next to her are Ji Hong and Ji Zheng who have recovered their bodies.


    Among the three, Qiu Manyun was wearing a white T-shirt with a slender hem slashed at the lower abdomen, then matched with a pair of khaki trousers and creamy white half-heeled sandals. Ji Hong''s height is a little shorter than Qiu Manyun, but she is also 168 cm. She wears a loose light brown long-sleeved T-shirt with a tube top, and her entire shoulders are exposed at the same time. The lower body is a loose black dress with a pair of black under her feet. High heel. Ji Zheng''s height is similar to that of her sister Ji Hong, but her style is sporty, with a pink upper body, a sweater with a colorful elk pattern on the front, white shorts on the lower body, revealing two fair and slender thighs, and white sneakers under her feet, revealing youthfulness Lively atmosphere.


    There are three women in professional wear, one female casual wear, and one cute sportswear. Everyone has a different style. But in Guo Shouyun''s view, they are all the same "earth".


    "Is this the women''s spring clothing that you Garbo is promoting this year?"


    Qiu Manyun nodded and said happily: "This year, our three garments were shortlisted for the ''Chinese Apparel Brand Annual Style Award'', and the one worn by Ji Hong also won the annual innovation award!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun shaking his head with a smile, she said in surprise, "What? Do you think it looks bad?"


    "If you designed these women''s clothing five years ago, it would have been considered trendy. But now, it can only be regarded as ordinary. Garbo''s main focus is high-end clothing. If the products you design can''t stand out from many brands, how can you make it so? Consumers willingly pay a few hundred more to buy it?��


    "Isn''t it pretty? But we all think it''s pretty!" Ji Zheng said.


    Ji Hong also nodded in agreement.


    "I''ll ask you to draw some clothing renderings later, you can take a look."


    Seeing the hesitant appearance of several people, Guo Shouyun decided to speak with facts.


    "Don''t wait, I think it''s now. Anyway, it''s still a while before dinner." With that said, Qiu Manyun stepped forward, no matter what, he took his arm and walked towards the front yard. She knew that recently, in the guest room in the front yard, there was a design team brought by Guo Shouyun from the United States.


    Ji Hong and Ji Zheng also followed.


    Unable to beat them, Guo Shouyun came to the front. Although it''s clothing design, the software used for rendering and graphics is similar. Under the command of Guo Shouyun, the clothing design drawings were soon released. Doing this is much easier than drawing car renderings.


    "How is it, not bad?"


    Looking at the three amazed women, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    Although he was not involved with clothing design in his last life, after he made a girlfriend, he spent a lot of time shopping with him. So he sees too many styles of women''s clothing. Just copying a few sets is enough to be amazing. After all, 2004 and 2019 are more than ten years apart.


    Of course, it takes many factors for a very beautifully designed womenswear to become popular. But being fashionable enough and eye-catching enough is definitely the first element. The rest of the publicity, as long as you are willing to invest, is naturally not a problem.


    "These two are really good, but does anyone really want this one?"


    I saw the one Qiu Manyun was referring to. Guo Shouyun had long known that she would ask this question. In fact, from today''s perspective, ripped denim is indeed too avant-garde and bold.


    "Looking at the clothing brands all over the world, the ones that really go to the top have their own unique and impressive products. For example: Chanel''s little black dress, Armani''s wide-shouldered jacket, Dior''s Corolla collection, etc. . Hollow cowboys are avant-garde and bold. This is the characteristic that can catch people''s attention. If it is popularized, people will think of Garbo when they mention it in the future. It will greatly improve the company''s brand building and attractiveness. , Now Garbo has established 317 high-end brand clothing stores across the country, the market potential has been tapped almost. It''s time to consider the international market, and ripped denim is the best breakthrough!"


    Qiu Manyun fell into contemplation. She has worked hard in the clothing industry for many years and has rich experience. She naturally understands that Guo Shouyun''s words are indeed the focus of Jiabao Clothing''s next consideration.


    "Shouyun, can you help me design these three outfits into a collection? I want to participate in this year''s Milan Fashion Week! Then open Garbo''s first foreign branch in the Champs-Elysees in Paris."


    Guo Shouyun looked at the woman in front of him admiringly. What he liked most was this kind of enterprising spirit.


    "I will let Matrix, Golden Harvest and Penguin Films start to film several modern urban films this year for the costume sponsorship of female characters in the film. In addition, I will also help you apply for the opportunity of Milan Fashion Week."


    "real?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively, "I also want to see the clothes I designed become popular all over the world."


    "Thank you, Shouyun!"


    The slightly excited Qiu Manyun quickly rushed over and offered a sweet kiss. With Ji Hong and Ji Zheng beside him, he couldn''t be too involved. Although the three parties have acquiesced to each other''s existence, Guo Shouyun still feels a little uncomfortable.


    "By the way, I''ll be away for a while in a few days."


    "Why?" Ji Zheng said quickly. Qiu Manyun and Ji Hong also had doubts on their faces.


    "I''m going on a business trip to Europe. Also, to hide!"


    Guo Shouyun can imagine that after the exposure of his cooperation with Yunnan Province, the investment amount of 24 billion Chinese currency is a huge temptation for those provinces that are eager to invest. The most important thing is that attracting investment is a government task, and the level of economic development in their respective jurisdictions is directly related to their future careers. Therefore, through the Delong incident and the investment in Yunnan Province, after the top officials of the provinces have an intuitive understanding of Guo Shouyun''s financial strength, how can they still hold back?


    He could totally imagine it. On the day the news was announced, that is, when his phone was blown up and the threshold was stepped on. In order to keep the ears clean, and to avoid the deterioration of the relationship and the loss of future investment opportunities. Guo Shouyun might as well just leave. Moreover, there are indeed a few things in Europe that he needs to solve.


    "Then when will you come back?" Ji Zheng asked.


    "Not sure yet. But I have a plane myself, and I''ll be back when I have time. Don''t worry. Ruiqi and Ruiyu can''t be called Dad yet. I can''t bear to miss my presence when they grow up."


    After comforting the three women, Guo Shouyun also began to prepare for the trip. Although it is good to go to Europe, it is not a direct flight. Before that, he has to go to Hong Kong first.


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    The mansion in the middle of the mountain, although Guo Shouyun has not been here for more than a year. However, under the protection and care of the internal guards, the environment of the whole villa is still excellent.


    "Matthew, how long has it been since we left Yunnan Province?"


    "It''s been 22 days!"


    "In 22 days, it seems that things in Myanmar should have come to an end." Guo Shouyun took himself out. The contact information with the inner guard is all recorded in his mind, not the address book of his mobile phone. Although his phones are specially made to prevent eavesdropping, there is still a risk of loss. In order to avoid all accidents and expose the existence of the internal guards, Guo Shouyun has always been very cautious.


    It didn''t take long for the call to connect.


    "boss!"


    Rudy Mueller was a little hoarse, but a more robust and steady voice came from it.


    "What''s going on in Myanmar?"


    "Just received Pire''s report last night, and the matter is over. The Nuokang Group has been defeated. Most of the group members and the mob who helped them have been killed, and a small number of prisoners are currently being held at the Nuokang headquarters in the Golden Triangle. How? Dispose of it, and ask the boss to show it!"


    "How many prisoners are there?"


    "279 people!"


    "What about the ingredients? Most are women, children and children, and a few are members of the Nuokang Group who surrendered."


    "Except for the women, children and children, the others will not be kept. Also, screen out those children. Anyone who is directly related to the members of the Nuokang Group... Kill!" Guo Shouyun thought about it, then gritted his teeth.


    Although he didn''t want to kill people, it was inevitable that the other party would come back from the ashes to seek revenge on him in the future.


    "clear!"


    For Rudy Mueller, who has experienced countless life and death killings on the battlefield, Guo Shouyun''s decision could not be more correct.


    "How many have we lost ourselves?"


    "Eight died, 17 were seriously injured, and 29 were slightly injured."


    Kill one thousand enemies and lose eight hundred. Although the combat sequence of the internal guard troops are all true elites, comparable to the special forces of some second-rate powers, but in the end there is no eye for swords and guns, and death on the battlefield is inevitable.


    "Let''s give pensions according to the previous management!"


    "Yes!"


    "What about the spoils?"


    "Very rich! In addition to guns and ammunition we seized 3.52 tons of gold; 180 million US dollars and 80 million euros in cash; 5.89 tons of various gems, mainly emeralds, rubies, sapphires and diamonds; 2.8 tons of all kinds of drugs! In addition, we also seized the account books, as well as the list of bribes of military and political officials in Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos by the Nuokang Group.��


    "It seems that the drug lord''s family is solid!" Guo Shouyun said to himself. He originally thought that Nuokang''s cave where the gold was hidden in the movie was the screenwriter''s brain hole, but now it seems that it is true.


    Of course, in this military operation, the seized property must be more than these, and some of the soldiers who performed the mission were divided up. However, Guo Shouyun is not ready to pursue it. For thousands of years, whether Chinese or foreign, it has been an unwritten rule that the property seized by soldiers on the battlefield belongs to private individuals. Moreover, the greatest benefit has fallen into his hands. He is not going to pursue the rest of the soup.


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 v2 Chapter 671： gold triangular base

    Chapter 671 Golden Triangle Base


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    "Destroy the drugs on the spot, and bring back the property, account books and lists. Especially the account books and lists, I am very interested."


    Although the value of drugs is higher, this thing has too many negative effects. He doesn''t need to do anything for money. Naturally I don''t like this.


    After responding, Rudy continued: "Boss, Pires applied to set up a base for us at the headquarters of the Nuokang Group."


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly, "Why?"


    "Southeast Asia, especially the Indo-China Peninsula near China, has always been one of the main sources of our internal guard troops, and the quality is also relatively good."


    The poorer the place, the stronger the perseverance of people. Life is not easy, lazy people have long been eliminated naturally. Moreover, the northern part of the Indo-China Peninsula is full of dense forests and high mountains. People living here are used to the life of climbing mountains and mountains, and their physique is far better than those who live on the plains. Similar to the ancient history of China, there were Xuzhou Danyang elite soldiers in the Three Kingdoms period, Guizhou wolf soldiers in the Ming Dynasty, and the Seventh Guijun Army, known as the "Steel Army" in modern times, are all well-known elite troops.


    "In addition, we have always followed the boss''s instructions to collect orphans for the young army camp. Southeast Asia and Southwest China are frequent places. If a base is installed here, it can prevent similar things from happening next time. Otherwise, the Golden Triangle''s Chaos, poured a glutinous kang, and more glutinous kang will appear in the future."


    "In the end, many of those seriously injured soldiers have lost their ability to live. They will also be discriminated against when they return home. It is not suitable to arrange for them to go to Yulin Island. After all, there is no peaceful life suitable for them. Therefore, I want to put them Arrange it in a stockade near the base. At that time, we can not only get a certain amount of money to support the army by sheltering the village, and reduce the burden on the boss, but also obtain a stable base, so that the soldiers of the inner guard can fight more bravely!"


    Guo Shouyun said slowly after being silent for a long time, "Is this your true opinion?"


    "Yes!"


    Rudy affirmed.


    A bright light flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes. There is no doubt that Rudy is a very smart guy. He knows that if the big boss spends all his time and money to build the elite armament, it will be in his hands alone. After a long time, it is inevitable to worry that he will lose control. So he took the initiative to build a base in the chaotic Columbia Rainforest, and then asked Deng Feng to go there with a brigade.


    To put it nicely, it is the three kilns of the cunning rabbit, to avoid the destruction of the entire inner guard force due to external attacks. In fact, it is through this operation that the power in his own hands is divided, and the big boss is more at ease.


    Just like now, although the Columbia base is nominally under the jurisdiction of the head of the internal guard force, Rudi, but because of the reality that the emperor is far away, in fact, the entire base is still running according to the orders of Deng Feng, the head of the Columbia base.


    Now that the Columbia base is stable, does he want to separate another combat brigade from Yurin Island?


    "If the Golden Triangle Base is established, who do you think is suitable to be the head of this base?"


    "Hua Lei of the Dragon Tooth Brigade!"


    "Why not Mungo from the Falcons? He''s Thai!"


    "Because he is Thai, he can''t go to the Golden Triangle base. Otherwise, in a familiar environment and with the support of the surrounding villages, it is easy for him to lose his tail!"


    "It''s still your consideration. In that case, let Hua Lei be the director of the Golden Triangle Base. Also, the property seized this time is very rich. I authorize you to form a fourth combat brigade on Yulin Island, named ''Wolf Warriors'' '', and put Michael Young in charge."


    Michael Young, Colombian Chinese, is also a member of the Sabre.


    "clear!"


    "In terms of weapons: no Apaches, buy Black Hawks. No main battle tanks, change to infantry fighting vehicles, and wheeled ''Strikes'', the number remains the same."


    In the past, Guo Shouyun equipped each combat brigade of the Internal Guard with one Apache helicopter, two Huey helicopters, and three M1A1 main battle tanks. Later, in actual combat, it was found that in small-scale encounters, infantry fighting vehicles are far more suitable than bulky tanks. The Apache is too expensive, and the Black Hawk is cheap to buy or maintain. In addition, their opponents are basically tribal armed forces with little firepower, as well as armies from countries that are not in the mainstream. The combat power of the Black Hawk is enough. For the higher-performance Apache, it is good to have a few ballast bottoms. All equipment is too luxurious. It''s too hard to keep up.


    After asking some details about the Golden Triangle battle, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone.


    Looking at the sparkling Victoria Bay under the sunset, he let out a long breath. I found Li Zeju''s phone and called.


    "If you have time in the evening, let''s have a meal together, I''ll treat you!"


    "Bruce, I originally thought that you would take a night''s rest and contact you tomorrow, but I didn''t expect you to call in now."


    With Guo Shouyun''s strength getting stronger and stronger, his popularity is getting higher and higher. His car ''Kunpeng'' has also become the focus of attention of all major forces! With the energy of the Li family in Hong Kong, when it landed at the international airport, the news almost reached the ears of the Li family.


    Guo Shouyun was not surprised by this. He is doing the same thing. Because, no matter what the age, accurate and timely information is a necessary guarantee for success.


    "It''s only two hours and ten minutes from the magic capital to Hong Kong. I''m not too tired because of this voyage."


    "That''s good. But as a landlord, I can''t let you as a guest."


    Both of them didn''t miss the money for a meal, so Guo Shouyun didn''t refuse.


    "Okay, anyway, you know better than me what''s delicious here. You''re the one who invites you for dinner. When you go to San Francisco next time, I''ll show you the friendship of the landlord."


    "Oh Well!"


    After a few simple exchanges, Li Zeju hung up the phone after deciding where to eat in the evening.


    On the fourth floor of the Four Seasons Hotel in Hong Kong, there is a Cantonese restaurant called "Long King Heen". This stylish and sophisticated restaurant is the first Cantonese restaurant in the world to be awarded three Michelin stars.


    So you can imagine how popular this place is among the many Hong Kong gluttons. However, with Li Zeju''s energy, he naturally does not have to worry about not having a seat. Even his seat is the best. Sitting by the window, you can enjoy the panoramic view of Victoria Harbour and Kowloon Mountain.


    "Dragon Prince''s Steamed Dumplings, Abalone Chicken Crisp, Pine Nuts and Char Siew Pineapple Buns and Long Dai Yu Pear Fragrance are the signature dishes here. You can try it for your first time here!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after looking around for a while, "The environment here is really good."


    "What''s better than the environment is the food. Three Michelin stars is not a vain name!"


    "You won''t know until you''ve eaten it." Guo Shouyun was a northerner in his last life, and his taste was heavier. Although it has since been affected by many healthy eating tweets, the taste has faded a lot. But he is still not used to light Cantonese food. As for what this Long Jingxuan is like, it depends on whether its dishes suit his taste.


    I glanced at the smiling, peaceful man across the face, "Although I have been in Hong Kong during this time, I have heard a lot of your stories in the mainland, especially the Delong Group and the capital''s investment!"


    At present, the press conference about the cooperation between Universal, Tuniu and Yunnan Province has not yet been held.


    "The real estate investment in Beijing was last year, and it only really started to operate recently. As for Delong, it was a coincidence. I happened to be in the capital city, and a friend recommended me. I happen to have some property in Delong. Interested, so I added it in."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled faintly, "But your Li family is not bad. He Huang just won the 1036.47 mu ''Chengnan Land King'' in Rongcheng for 2.135 billion yuan, creating the highest price of land auction in Rongcheng. And listen to some People say that Hutchison intends to use this land to develop a ''Hong Kong City''? This is a lot bigger than my real estate project in Beijing."


    "Rongcheng is the focus of our development with Huang, but didn''t you also take pictures of the 666 acres of land in the East Third Ring Road of Rongcheng?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, although in the next five years, real estate projects in Beijing and Yunnan Province will be the focus of Global Real Estate. But if he didn''t take advantage of the fact that China''s land prices were still cheap, he would have lived in vain for a while.


    The 666 acres of land in Rongcheng is just the beginning. The four first-tier cities of Beijing, Modu, Yangcheng, and Pengcheng, as well as the quasi-first-tier cities such as Jinmen, Hangzhou, Jinling, Wuchang, Chang''an, and Rongcheng, are the next ones to be hoarded by Global Real Estate. The point So, let''s not waste time on this. If you really talk about it, my investment in Huaxia is compared to your Li family��s investment of 2.3 billion to build AVIC Plaza in Pengcheng, 10 billion to build Yan~Taiwan and Hong Kong, 1.5 billion to build Yangcheng Toy City, and Yun~Nan Baiyao and Tongrentang invested in the traditional Chinese medicine industry. In less than half a year, your Li family''s actions are no less than mine. "


    Guo Shouyun had a faint smile on his face. The Li family always pays attention to him, and why is he not! Compared with the deep-rooted Li family in the mainland, Guo Shouyun has almost no roots in the mainland, and he can only wait for the official announcement for many investment opportunities that Lao Li can discover. Therefore, sometimes following Lao Li, you can still pick up a lot of foreign drops. Especially in real estate.


    "Bruce, it seems that you are very concerned about us and Huang and Changshi!" Li Zeju laughed.


    "Isn''t everyone the same. And you can make yourself better by walking with the best. Brother Ze Ju, you told me this sentence when we first met in the UK!"


    "So, in the infrastructure of the ''Jingcheng Twin Towers'', would you like to cooperate with our excellent company, the Yangtze River Infrastructure?"

 v2 Chapter 672： behind the exchange

    Chapter six hundred and seventy-two behind the exchange


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    "Brother Zeju, since you know so much about my investment in Huaxia, you also know how to come here. How did the Jingcheng Twin Towers project come about. Therefore, we cannot cooperate on this project. However, the infrastructure business of the Jingcheng real estate project , I can keep half of it for you."


    Li Zeju nodded, which was basically the same as what he expected.


    "What about Rongcheng, how do you plan to develop the 666 acres of land?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Brother Zeju, didn''t you find that the land in Rongcheng is similar in size to Universal Real Estate''s ''World Style Garden'' renovation project in Beijing?"


    "Are you planning to copy the Beijing project of Universal Real Estate?" Li Zeju asked suddenly.


    "Of course. With a ready-made template, why not use it?" Guo Shouyun said as a matter of course.


    "It seems that you plan to apply this template to all the land development projects of Global Real Estate in the country?"


    "If you can save some energy, why not!"


    After Li Zeju nodded with a smile, he pondered a little, "Bruce, if you still want a good real estate project, I have one for you here!"


    "Oh?" Guo Shouyun raised his right hand with great interest in a gesture of invitation.


    "The Management Committee of Chang''an Qujiang New Area intends to develop the first large-scale theme park with royal style in mainland China, ''Datang Furong Garden'', with a total development area of ??670,000 square meters and an investment of about 1.2 billion Chinese dollars. A 1,000-acre plot of land in Nanhu will be included to develop a residential community." After a pause, "If you are interested, I can make the decision to let the two projects to the world!"


    "Qujiang New Town and Nanhu Lake are also considered the elite plots of Chang''an, and it is rare to have such a large area. At the same time, it is also in line with the main business of the Hutchison Group. ... So I am curious, why did you transfer it to me?"


    "Hutchison has already won a piece of land of 727 acres in Chang''an High-tech Zone. In addition, the company has already invested in many projects in the mainland this year. The capital chain is tight, and it is temporarily unable to consider such a large project. For a long time, it was a pity to give up, so I found you."


    Seeing Li Zeju''s expression, Guo Shouyun remembered a movie "The Flower of the Heart" that he had seen in his previous life. One of the lines Guo Shouyun remembers deeply.


    "I''ve already chewed this, just swallow it!"


    Although Xu ~ Zheng said to Huang ~ Bo that it was the killing Matt Zhou Dong ~ Yu who played the owner of the barber shop. But now the two are talking about a super real estate project that invests tens of billions of Huaxia coins.


    Xu~Zheng let Zhou Dong~Yu, who had been bitten and chewed to pieces, let him out because of his friendship with Huang~Bo''s buddy. But in the business field, Hutchison took out the ''Datang Furong Garden'' project that he had bitten into pieces and chewed to pieces. There was only one purpose, and there could only be one. He... valued what he had in his hands with the same value.


    "Datang Furong Garden is a tourism real estate, suitable for my Tuniu Tourism Group, and the Nanhu plot is my favorite large-scale real estate. Brother Ze Ju really likes it." After a pause, "But I am more curious. , what can I have in my hand that can make He Huang come up with such attractive conditions in exchange?"


    Li Zeju was about to speak, but was interrupted by Guo Shouyun raising his hand.


    "Don''t say that you have no money with Huang. Although your relationship with HSBC is not well known to everyone, it is not a secret in the business world."


    "Bruce, it''s true that we gave up the Tang Furong Garden and Nanhu plots because our funds are tight. Of course, there is another reason that we and Huang plan to invest in Qingdao Island Port together with Ruby Mall."


    "Qingdao Port?"


    This answer surprised Guo Shouyun.


    "Qingdao Port Group intends to develop the Qianwan Container Terminal with a total investment of US$887 million. If completed, the Qianwan Terminal will have 11 special berths for deep-water container ships, with a shoreline of 3,400 meters and a total yard area of ??225 meters. 10,000 square meters, the land area is 1.5 kilometers deep, and the berth water depth is minus 17.5 meters. It can load and unload super-large container ships of more than 10,000 TEU all day long, and the annual container throughput can reach more than 6.5 million TEU. It has become a global cargo in the Bohai Rim region of China. The distribution center is also one of the largest container terminals in the world. Of course, it also contains huge profits.��


    After a pause, Li Zekai looked at Guo Shouyun''s expression on the opposite side, "Now this project is in the process of selecting partners around the world. The logistics department of Ruby Mall has its own and registered individual shipowners with a total capacity of more than 2.7 million TEU, and the port department has 37 of the global total. There are more than 127 dock berths owned and leased in each country. ... Therefore, we and Huang Xiang cooperated with Ruby Mall to jointly participate in the bidding for the Qingdao-Dao Qianwan Wharf."


    "Port affairs is one of Hehuang''s two main businesses other than real estate, and it is very powerful. Why don''t you go directly to Qingdao Port Group to cooperate? Instead of pulling me?"


    Guo Shouyun is not a fool, he immediately heard that there must be a reason behind Li Zeju that he does not know.


    "Bruce, I can''t hide anything from you!" Li Zeju shook his head with a wry smile, "Qingdao-Qianwan Wharf development scale is too large, so they hope to cooperate with companies that can bring international routes. . That is, world-class shipping giants such as Maersk and Mediterranean Shipping. We and Huang are just a port company, not involved in shipping business."


    Guo Shouyun was stunned, no wonder the shrewd old Li family was willing to take out the ''Datang Furong Garden'' and the Nanhu real estate project that he had chewed up and was about to swallow to cooperate with him. It turned out that if they didn''t have themselves, they would never have the chance to intervene in the Qianwan Wharf project of Qingdao Port Group.


    "How do you want to cooperate?" Guo Shouyun asked after thinking for a moment.


    "If possible Hutchison hopes to get 10~20% of the shares of the joint venture company!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I don''t know about this, so I have to go back and ask. In addition, it''s not up to you and me to decide how many shares you can get. It depends on how the ''landlord'' is allocated!"


    "Of course! But I hope Ruby Mall can make a decision as soon as possible. According to the information I have received, Maersk, British Railway Port Company and COSCO Group have sent their own negotiating teams. If we signed the contract, we would have completely missed out on this top-notch infrastructure project.��


    "I''m not in a hurry at this moment. Let''s wait until we finish today''s dinner. I''ve been hungry for a long time after patronizing and talking." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Haha, after talking so much, I''m a little hungry too."


    Guo Shouyun picked up his chopsticks, "Let me often tell me how Michelin-starred Cantonese food tastes!"


    A sumptuous dinner was finished in the hearts of the two of them.

 v2 Chapter 673： Proposal to operate independently

    Chapter 673 Proposal for Independent Operation


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    After returning home, Guo Shouyun considered Li Zeju''s proposal and called John Roberts, the CEO of Ruby Mall.


    "Boss!"


    "John, how''s the company doing recently?"


    "Fortunately! ... With the company''s large investment in logistics, more and more small and medium-sized companies have registered in our mall. As of now, the mall''s transaction volume has exceeded 23 billion US dollars, and the overall transaction volume this year is expected to exceed 50 billion. .The group''s income in logistics is also growing, of course, the highest income is still finance. Semi-annual forward agreements for commodities such as oil, iron ore concentrate, copper concentrate ore, coal, etc., with a yield of 12.4%; one-year yield The rate is 24.84%. It is impossible to estimate for more than one year, but from the current level of global economic development, it must be higher.��


    "Good job! Logistics is the basis for the rapid development of Ruby Mall, and the proportion of investment should be increased."


    "clear!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and pondered for a while, "I heard that the Huaxia Island City Port Authority plans to invest 887 million US dollars to build the Qianwan Wharf and make it a special berth for 11 deep-water container ships, with a shoreline of 3,400 meters. The total area of ??the yard is 2.25 million square meters, the land area is 1.5 kilometers deep, and the berth water depth is minus 17.5 meters. It can load and unload super large container ships of more than 10,000 TEU all-weather, and the annual container throughput can reach more than 6.5 million TEU, the world''s largest container ship. One of the container terminals."


    "...And the island city is strategically located. It is one of the largest passages facing the ocean in eastern China, and it is also a maritime transportation hub in Northeast Asia. It not only meets the business needs of our company, but also has excellent investment value. So...why did I not See the name of Ruby Mall on the project''s cooperation directory?"


    "Boss, I can naturally see the investment value of the Qianwan Wharf in Huaxia Island City. I am also going to participate in the bidding, but this matter was rejected by George!"


    When he came out of the hall, there was a hint of exasperation in John Roberts''s tone.


    "No? Why?" Guo Shouyun raised his eyebrows.


    "In recent years, Ruby Mall has invested heavily in the logistics field, and has acquired berths, warehouses, various types of freighters, and different types of vehicles in debt, which once made the company''s debt ratio exceed 70%. Now Ruby Mall is about to go public. The scale of logistics investment should be reduced, the debt ratio should be reduced, and the financial statements should be improved, so as to win the favor of more investors after listing.��


    ����But Ruby Mall��s liabilities are benign. Our investment in logistics has increased the company��s total assets, and it has also contributed to the rapid development of the company��s business. The path we have taken is similar to Amazon��s. If we want to go public and cater to investors , in order to come up with a beautiful balance sheet and reduce our investment in the company''s main business, the development speed of Ruby Mall will inevitably slow down. In the Internet field, the catfish effect is obvious, and the first company occupies More than 60% of the market. If we take the initiative to slow down the development speed, it will be tantamount to chronic suicide, and we will take the initiative to give the latecomers the opportunity to work head-on.��


    After stating his point of view, John Roberts took a deep breath and said solemnly: "Boss, the main business of Ruby Mall''s e-commerce is completely different from the Internet community business of the rest of Ruby''s subsidiaries. Moreover, we are not engaged in b2c. Or c2c, but commodities and logistics that are not associated with individuals at all. Therefore, I suggest that Ruby Mall should be independent from Ruby and exist as a separate company.��


    "Let the Ruby Mall operate independently?"


    John Roberts'' proposal was beyond Guo Shouyun''s expectations.


    "Yes! Ruby Mall and other subsidiaries of Ruby Company have no business intersection at all. Putting the two together, there is no cluster effect at all. There will even be mistakes in the company''s strategic development due to wrong decisions. Therefore, independent operation is A choice that must be made for the rapid development of Ruby Mall in the future."


    John Roberts was firm. Apparently he had been thinking about it for a long time.


    "I''ll give you an answer on this matter. In addition, you are ready to bid for the Huaxia Island City Qianwan Wharf project. I will tell him from Tim''s side."


    "Yes!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun showed a thoughtful look on his face.


    At the beginning, the Ruby Mall was separated from the Pacific Group and merged into the Ruby Company, just because of the same Internet attributes. Looking back now, this decision was indeed hasty. As John Roberts said, Ruby''s main business is the Internet community. It is a platform based on LinkedIn and Facebook, covering music, finance, video, voice, news, blog, mailbox, library and many other functions. A comprehensive virtual network society, this society is based on individuals, and all businesses and functions are also closely related to individuals.


    But Ruby Mall is different. Although it is also e-commerce, it is different from Amazon and eBay. Ruby Mall trades international bulk commodities, such as grain, coal, oil, natural gas, steel, copper, timber, etc., and serves small and medium-sized enterprises that lack sales channels and customers; it builds a bridge between raw material producers and processors. Bridge, so that they can find customers around the world, reduce intermediate expenses such as consulting fees, legal fees, and the exploitation of large companies, and improve their revenue and performance.


    Ruby Mall has invested heavily in the field of logistics and opened certain stores offline, which also serves the above purpose.


    But whether it is commodity trading or logistics, it has little or nothing to do with the main business Internet community run by Ruby.


    "Maybe it''s a good idea to let Ruby Mall operate independently." Guo Shouyun said to himself.


    However, this matter involves the structure of the ruby ??company. Even if it decides to operate independently, it should be considered in the long run. And he''s going to call Tim George and ask about the Island City Front Bay Pier project. With what he knows about Tim George, he is no stranger to the debt-driven ruby ??mall development model, and he has explained to him that John''s proposal has no reason to be rejected.


    "Is it really just because of the listing?"


    Such a question flashed in Guo Shouyun''s mind, after thinking for a moment, he called Tim George directly with nothing to gain.


    "boss!"


    "Didn''t disturb your morning sleep?"


    Hong Kong is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco, so when Guo Shouyun''s side is still ten o''clock in the evening, it is 7 o''clock in the morning in San Francisco.


    "You know, I have a habit of running in the morning. I just got back from outside and I''m getting ready to go to work after breakfast."


    "Then let''s make a long story short." Guo Shouyun nodded and said, "Did Ruby Mall submit a document to the head office to participate in the bidding for the Qianwan Wharf project in the island city?"


    Tim George, on the other side of the phone, visibly paused after hearing his words.


    "Yes! Considering that Ruby Mall will start pre-IPO preparations before the end of the year. At that time, financial health will be an important indicator for evaluating its listing price, so I have not approved this investment project. And I think Ruby Mall should shrink. This year''s investment scale, create a beautiful balance sheet to cater to investors. After the company goes public, gets a better rating, and achieves a higher market value, it can raise more funds from the market, and then expand to a larger scale During the period before listing, Ruby Mall can start negotiation with some favorite acquisition targets. This will not delay too long due to capital shrinkage.��


    "Tim, your consideration is really comprehensive. But I don''t want Ruby to miss out on investment opportunities that shouldn''t have been missed because of the listing. As for financial health, that''s really important. But as an Internet company, customers and market share are what The most important thing. Now, in the field of commodity trading, although Ruby Mall is in the lead, there are still companies such as Myron and Atlantic Business that are catching up. Therefore, even if Ruby wants to go public, it cannot stop investing in the logistics field. "


    "Boss, it''s not the 1990s anymore. Since the Nasdaq crisis, Wall Street and investors have regarded the financial health of Internet companies as an important criterion for whether a company is worth investing in. I talked to investment bankers before. , according to the financial situation of ruby ??mall, if listed, the total share capital of 1 billion, the issue price will not exceed 30 US dollars. While the transaction volume is similar to ruby, the assets are even less than ruby ??eBay, the price per share is 43 US dollars, and Their total share capital after the stock split on May 3 this year was 1.34 billion shares, and the company��s market value was nearly double ours, so that��s the gap!��


    After listening, Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, "Tim, when the company was still on LinkedIn, you followed me. You should know my style. Although it is good to go public, I will not limit the development of the company for the sake of going public."


    "Boss, only by listing can we better raise funds from the capital market, and we can get stronger capital to promote the future development of Ruby Mall. Also, haven''t you noticed? Although Ruby Mall is still developing, the gains in commodity futures are also It is very rich, but for the capital-intensive logistics industry, it has gradually become insufficient. Without the addition of new capital, the development of Ruby will slow down for at most two months. Of course, if you do not want to delay the development of the company due to listing , we can also seek venture capital.��


    "Is this what you think?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Yes! But these are for your reference only."


    Tim George respectfully said.


    "The listing time is too long, I don''t want to delay the development of Ruby Mall, so let''s raise money! Take out 20% of the original stock, I believe many venture capital institutions will be interested."


    Now is not the time, as long as he has absolute control, Guo Shouyun doesn''t care about giving up some shares.


    "Yes!"


    "The investment documents for the Huaxia Island City Qianwan Port Project are approved as soon as possible and handed over to John. We can''t miss this."


    "I''ll do it right after I arrive at the company!"


    "Well! ... That''s all I have to say, do you have anything else?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Gone!"


    "Then go for it! I''ll go back in a week."


    Guo Shouyun decided to return to the United States on the way to discuss with Tim George about letting the Ruby Mall operate independently.


    "I haven''t played golf with the boss for a long time. When you come back, let''s have a good comparison."


    "It seems that your game has improved a lot during my absence, and you have become so confident in your speech!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Compared to business, finance, etc., this may be the only place where I have a chance to surpass my boss!" Tim George smiled with a slight compliment.


    "I''m not as powerful as you said. ... Well, let''s talk about it. I''m going to hit eleven o''clock in the evening, and I won''t be able to sleep if I miss the biological clock."


    "Okay, boss, good night!"


    "See you!"


    "goodbye!"


    After hanging up the phone, Tim George held the phone for a moment, took out a piece of paper from his suit jacket pocket, and looked at the phone on it. After hesitating for a moment, he gritted his teeth and walked to the trash can, holding the The paper was thrown out.


    After I called Li Zeju the next day, and informed John Roberts and Tang Wenfang of Universal Real Estate, they would naturally do the rest.


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    The Peninsula Office Building on Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, where the Golden Harvest Film Company is located.


    In addition to Hanhua, among the many companies under Guo Shouyun, only Jiahe is headquartered in Hong Kong. Originally, according to his plan, it was to merge Golden Harvest into Tencent and become a part of its pan-entertainment strategy film and television business matrix But now Tencent''s pan-entertainment plan has just begun. Coupled with the acquisition of Tangren Film and Television, some foundations have been accumulated. But it is still a lot worse than Golden Harvest, a veteran film company in Hong Kong.


    Especially with the help of Guo Shouyun, Jiahe, who has once again become the leader of Hong Kong film and television, is even worse. It will cause the consequences of snake swallowing elephants, resulting in indigestion. The merger of the two parties has not moved forward.


    Of course, as Guo Shouyun''s assets of the same type, the two sides are not without cooperation at all. Especially in terms of artists, Tang Ren, who integrated the film and television production department into Penguin Film and Television, has now taken over artists such as Jackie Chan, Maggie Cheung, and Zhang Zhen under Jiahe. And backed by a big tree, especially the global media giant Matrix Company, all the veteran artists who plan to develop in Hollywood, such as Chow Yun-fat, Jet Li and others, have transferred some of their brokerage contracts to the Tangren Artists Economic Company. In just over two years, the number of stars under Tang Dynasty has nearly tripled, from the mainland to the entire Greater China region including Singapore and Malaysia. It really made Cai Yinong realize what it means to lean against a big tree to enjoy the shade.


    The name Matrix is ??so useful in the entertainment industry!


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 v2 Chapter 674： Golden Harvest, 2004

    Chapter 674 Golden Harvest 2004


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    "Boss, this is our filming plan for this year. In the first half of the year, "See the Dragon Unloading Armor" and "Ip Man", the second half is "The Thief of the Years" and "Anti-Corruption Storm". Currently, "Seeing the Dragon Unloading Armor" and "Ip Man" " has been released, the former starring Andy Lau and Sammo Hung. It was released for two months, with a domestic box office of 69.58 million and an international box office of 6.8 million US dollars. The total box office is 124 million Chinese yuan. After deducting distribution fees and costs, our net profit before tax was 55.8 million. Wanhua Xia Coin."


    "Ip Man, which was released in April this year, was released in China for two months, with a box office of 120 million Chinese dollars. The international side is actively cooperating with the matrix company to make announcements, plus it is a tough kung fu film that foreign audiences prefer, the box office should be good. Over $10 million!"


    If a movie wants to sell well, although quality is the first, the importance of publicity is self-evident. As a media giant in the world second only to Time Warner and News Corporation, Matrix can reach almost every corner of the world through its publicity channels. With the help of such a system, these originally high-quality Chinese films have achieved higher box office than Guo Shouyun remembered.


    Especially "Slaying the Wolf", which was banned from the mainland for being too violent and bloody. Because it is suitable for American tastes and has the nature of a kung fu movie, the United States alone has achieved a box office of 15.8 million, and the global total is close to 30 million!


    "Anti-Corruption Storm, starring Gu Tianle, can be filmed in another month and is scheduled to be released in September. The Thief of the Years starring Wu Junru and Ren Dahua is expected to be filmed in October and released at the end of the year."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "What about the shooting plan for next year?"


    "At present, two films have been finalized, "Slaying the Wolf 2" starring Wu Jing, and "Memories of Murder 2" starring Liang Jiahui and Aaron Kwok. In addition, the editorial department has released several scripts, which are currently being perfected, and there is no final shooting plan yet. Settle down."


    Guo Shouyun, who has the memory of the last life, naturally has a better impression of Wu Jing, so he is the protagonist of "Slaying the Wolf". As for the protagonist of "Memories of Murder", he did not interfere, and the director chose Liang Jiahui and Aaron Kwok according to his requirements for the characters.


    Looking at Zou Chongyan, who was full of high-spirited and strong women. Obviously, the rise of Golden Harvest has not only won him wide acclaim from the Hong Kong business community, but has also given her back her self-confidence.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Have you seen the two movies, "The Demon Sect Leader" and "The Legend of Shushan"?"


    "Seen!"


    "I''m going to shoot their sequels!"


    Many regrets in later generations will no longer have sequels in the classic movie rankings. In the domestic part, "The Demon Sect Leader of Heaven and Dragon Slayer" and "Shushan Biography" are both regulars on the list.


    Especially the latter, compared to Xu Laogua''s "Shushan Biography", what will the domestic Xianxia movies be in the future? Not to mention the artistic conception of Huaxia Xianxia flying in the sky and escaping the ground, carrying mountains and seas, facing the North Sea and twilight Cangwu, even the special effects in Jin Yong''s martial arts can''t keep up.


    What makes people complain the most is that most of the so-called immortals in the future will be in love in the skin of immortals. Especially "Three Lives, Three Worlds, Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms", "Jazz Traces" and the like. Only after experiencing these unappetizing films did I realize that Xu Laogua''s "Shushan Biography" is the real work of conscience.


    "Boss, the box office of these two films is not good. And the copyright is not in our hands." Zou Chongyan said.


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand. With his current status and wealth, how much can he lose even if the two movies are lost? The most important thing is to make up for the regrets of your past life.


    "Copyright is not a problem, just buy it. If you don''t want to, make it jointly."


    The big boss is not bad for money, so Zou Chongyan naturally no longer objected.


    "By the way, apart from Old Monster Xu, who is the director of "The Demon Sect Leader of Heaven and Dragon Slayer"?"


    "Wang Jing!"


    Guo Shouyun was stunned, "I didn''t expect it to be him! But thinking about the somewhat funny Zhang Sanfeng played by Sammo Hung above, it really fits Wang Jing''s style."


    "You make an appointment with them for me." Guo Shouyun said after thinking for a while.


    "You want to see them?"


    In Zou Chongyan''s view, how could such a trivial matter interest the big boss?


    "Um!"


    Among the many film directors in Hong Kong, apart from Lin Chaoxian, Guo Shouyun is most interested in Xu Laogua and Wang Jing. Anyway, I have to stay in Hong Kong for a few days, just in time to meet them.


    "I''ll arrange it right away!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "In the cinema section, how many of Jiahe''s branches are there now?"


    "Thanks to the company''s revenue growth, we now have 37 cinema chains with 412 screens in the entire Greater China region, including mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia. The property ownership rate is 41%, and the rest of the cinema chains have also signed long-term contracts. We got an appointment and got a more favorable rental price.��


    "In the future, the layout of mainland theaters will be the key point. Theaters in first- and second-tier cities should hold properties as much as possible, and if it is not possible, sign long-term contracts. Third- and fourth-tier cities will mainly lease theaters, but they must be in prosperous urban areas. In addition, we should not relax the layout of theaters in Southeast Asia, but we only need theaters in central urban areas and areas with good economic development, even if we spend a little more money."


    "clear."


    Nowadays, film shooting and cinema chain are the only ones of Golden Harvest, and they are also their two main businesses, and naturally they will not relax.


    ��


    "Old Monster Xu, what are the big men from America looking for us to do?"


    Wang Jing looked at the furnishings that were not luxurious, and felt a little uneasy in her heart.


    Tsui Hark glanced at him. The two met when they entered the door. The place where the palm of your hand is big in Hong Kong is in the same industry, and Wang Jing is naturally familiar with it. Coupled with the fact that the two of them received invitations at the same time, they naturally seemed to be watching and helping each other.


    "You, Fatty Wang, have times when you have no confidence in your heart?"


    Wang Jing rolled her eyes, "Damn, this is a Bill Gates-esque figure, and he is the boss of Universal, a big Hollywood company. People who just pluck their hairs are thicker than my waist, can''t they be bottomless?" , after glancing at Tsui Hark beside him, "Don''t tell me you''re not nervous!"


    Tsui Hark smiled bitterly, although he was considered a hero in the Chinese film and television circle. But compared to the Lord who invited them today, it was like the difference between Haoyue and Chenxing, the difference was too great.


    "The gossip said that this guy who fell in love with "The Demon Sect Leader of Heaven and Slaying the Dragon" and "The Legend of Shushan" that you and I filmed before, intends to let Jiahe buy the copyright to make the second film. Most of us came here today for this." Wang Jing leaned to the side of Xu Ke''s body and whispered beside Xu Ke.


    "The grapevine, where did you hear the grapevine?" Xu Ke frowned.


    "Hey, you know my relationship with Uncle Huai. He called me last night and asked me to pay attention to today''s meeting. Of course, I missed a little bit." Wang Jing smiled smugly.


    Compared with Wang Jing, who was simply a director, Tsui Hark was a partner of Jiahe''s old enemy, Xinyicheng, so it was impossible for him to have a good relationship there. Of course, it is impossible to get news from the Zou family.


    "Dong dong...!"


    Just when Tsui Hark was about to ask questions, the sound of footsteps from far and near interrupted his words.


    The two looked at each other, stood up almost at the same time, and looked in the direction from which the voice came.


    The fat Wang Jing and the thin Tsui Hark stand together, and the contrast is especially great. The directing styles of the two are also different. Wang Jing tends to be funny and nonsensical, and Tsui Hark tends to be weird and freehand. However, after entering the new century, both of them have changed. "Chasing the Dragon" and "Taking Tiger Mountain by Wisdom" are both eye-catching. The good box office also shows the two people''s ability to control different styles of films.


    "Mr. Xu, Mr. Wang, I grew up watching two movies!"


    After shaking hands, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "You''re welcome, that''s our honor."


    Seeing that the two of them were somewhat restrained, Guo Shouyun didn''t take it seriously. As his status continued to improve, he saw this situation more and more.


    "You two, please sit down!"


    After asking Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing to serve tea, "Although I am in the United States, as a Chinese, I have always been interested in Chinese films, especially Hong Kong films. Mr. Xu''s "A Chinese Ghost Story" and "Once Upon a Time" series, and Mr. Wang''s "God of Gamblers" series, "New Shaolin Five Ancestors", etc. are all movies that I am familiar with. However, among the many movies that the two filmed, my favorites are "The Demon Lord of Heaven and Dragon Slayer" and "Shushan Mountain" Biography". This time, the two of you are invited to discuss the sequels of the filmmakers'' two films."


    After Tsui Hark and Wang Jing looked at each other, the former said: "Mr. Guo, "Shushan Biography" has invested 100 million Hong Kong dollars, but the final box office in Hong Kong is only 11.75 million The total box office is less than 30 million, and the word of mouth is not satisfactory. So since it was released in 2001, there has been no sequel."


    "The same is true for my "Eternal Dragon Slayer: The Demon Sect Leader", although there is no old monster Xu..." Wang Jing, who noticed that he had said something wrong, quickly changed his tune, "The box office of "Eternal Heaven Slaying the Dragon Slayer: The Demon Sect Leader" also failed, and the investment of 5,000 10,000 Hong Kong dollars, but only more than 10 million points were recovered.��


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand and interrupted the two of them.


    "I am naturally aware of the failures of "The Demon Lord of Heaven and Slaying the Dragon" and "The Legend of Shushan". But now is different from the past. In the past, Hong Kong films could only rely on overseas markets such as Southeast Asia, Japan, and South Korea. Now, in addition to Southeast Asia and Japan and South Korea, as well as the broader mainland market. I have already received news that the mainland is considering lifting the quota restrictions on Hong Kong films. Therefore, the fast-growing mainland film market will bring more revenue to new films. In addition, I Matrix will be ordered to use its distribution channels around the world to help the publicity of "The Demon Lord of Heaven and Dragon Slayer" and "Shushan Biography". I believe it can help the two films to achieve higher income."


    "Moreover, I always believe that as long as we polish the script seriously and shoot the film with heart, the final result will not be bad." Guo Shouyun said solemnly.

 v2 Chapter 675： Old Monster Xu and Fatty Wang

    Chapter 675: Old Monster Xu and Fatty Wang


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    Tsui Hark and Wang Jing looked at each other, and after exchanging glances, the former said, "I have been preparing for "The Legend of Shushan" for three years. It took 1600 special effects shots to make the final film. If it wasn''t for the unsatisfactory box office, I would naturally be reluctant to give up this series. Therefore, if Mr. Guo plans to restart this project, I am personally very willing to be the sequel to "The Legend of Shushan". director."


    He is not a fool. Backed by Guo Shouyun and Matrix, the financial resources are not lacking, and the publicity is top-notch. The sequel of "Shushan Biography" will undoubtedly be a super blockbuster, and becoming its director is a dream for anyone who is interested in the directing industry. Xu So does gram. So how could he refuse?


    "I am also very happy to be the director of the sequel of "Eternal Dragon Slayer". The reason why I spent 50 million pens to shoot was to strive for excellence and create a classic martial arts movie with the main story line of "Eternal Dragon Slayer". It''s a pity that the Hong Kong film market is too small , the external market is shrinking again, causing losses that no one wants to see. However, I believe that with Mr. Guo��s ability and the strong publicity channels of Matrix, if the film reopens, it will definitely make a lot of money in the future.�� Wang Jing vowed.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Mr. Xu, if the second part of "The Legend of Shushan" is filmed, have you considered its main storyline?"


    "I have considered it. In the original plan, the second part was originally about the relationship between Xuan Tianzong and Li Yingqi, and the villain of Xuanyuan, the villain, to write the second part of the script. But then it was cancelled because of the box office. ."


    Guo Shouyun has read "The Legend of Shushan Swordsman" by Huanzhu landlord many times, and he naturally knows who the old monster Xuanyuan is.


    "Why not follow the main line of "Shushan Swordsman Biography"?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "I thought about this too. But the entire series of "The Legend of Swordsman of Shushan" has 309 episodes and more than 5 million words. It is too long and there are too many characters. In addition, the film space is limited, so only a part of it can be adapted for adaptation."


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, "The length of the film also has the advantage of being long. In my opinion, we can shoot "The Legend of Shushan Swordsman" according to the original story line. For example, the second part can be changed to "The Legend of Shushan" The third part revolves around the battle of Daijiachang. The fourth part is about the battle of the ''Qingluoyu'' Snow Mountain Sect. The fifth part revolves around the opening of a mansion in Emei. The similar climaxes of the whole "Shushan Swordsman Biography" include: More than a dozen, we can use Li Yingqiong and other Emei disciples as the protagonists to advance the whole story and form a film of about two hours."


    "You mean to adapt the entire "Shushan Swordsman Biography" and shoot more than a dozen movies?" Tsui Hark said in shock. This is far beyond the concept of the second part of "Shushan Biography" that he originally thought. At the beginning, he thought that the reason why Guo Shouyun wanted to film "The Legend of Shushan 2" was just out of feelings. After all, there are lessons learned from the first film. If you invest in film and television, who will take a fancy to this "Shushan Biography", which once lost the investment variance to your grandmother''s house? Only Guo Shouyun, a super-rich who is not bad for money and wants to find his feelings in old movies, will not value the return on investment of the film.


    But it can be seen from the other party''s words just now that the other party is not what he thought at all. He filmed "Shushan Biography" for his feelings, but for investment and to make money.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I do plan to adapt the entire "Shushan Swordsman Biography", but it''s not about shooting a dozen movies." After a pause, "Does Mr. Xu know anything about Marvel?"


    "Of course!" Tsui Hark nodded.


    "I''m talking about comics not movies!"


    "Cartoon?" After thinking about it, Tsui Hark shook his head slightly, "My understanding of Marvel basically comes from his movie adaptations, and I don''t know much about animation."


    He is in Hong Kong, and he has no special interest in the straight-forward American comics, so naturally he will not understand it. Except for movies.


    "Understandable! In Marvel''s comics, characters such as Hulk, Captain America, Thor, etc. have their own stories. But in the end, they were all concentrated in one comic, which is called "Avengers". After the acquisition of Marvel, we at Matrix planned to do this by shooting individual superhero movies first, and then bringing them together to shoot The Avengers.��


    After a pause, "I think we can learn from the adaptation of "Shushan Swordsman Biography". For example, Emei Sanying Eryun and Qi Diao, we can choose four or five from them, and shoot a film based on them first. The protagonist''s movie, so that the audience can have a full understanding of the characters. After these four or five movies have been filmed, we will make the ''Ciyun Temple War''. After that, we can make a sequel movie of a single character, Add one or two new character films to keep the audience fresh. Then make ''Battle of Qingluoyu'', and the cycle goes on and on."


    There is no doubt that Guo Shouyun intends to create a huge "classical Xianxia universe" in the form of Hollywood superhero movies, with the help of the excellent "Shushan Swordsman Biography".


    He felt that his plan was good, and he was a little excited. But Tsui Hark and Wang Jing next to him were completely stunned. They have lived half their lives and have never seen a movie like this. If everything goes according to what the other party says. A "Shushan Swordsman Biography" is not finished in a dozen movies, but dozens, or even hundreds.


    "Why, does Mr. Xu think this plan is not good?"


    Facing the inquiry, after taking a deep breath to calm down the violent fluctuations in his heart, Tsui Hark said in a trembling tone: "Mr. Guo has a grand plan, which is really admirable. However, there are too many special effects shots in the filming of a movie like "The Legend of Shushan". The huge scale of investment, coupled with its cultural specificity, determines that the audience for "The Legend of Shushan" is more from the East Asian cultural circle. However, the scale of the film market here is not as large as that of the United States and Europe. If the filming starts, it is unknown whether the cost can be recovered. Moreover, dozens of films have been put into the market all of a sudden, and they are all homogeneous classical immortals, will it cause the audience to experience aesthetic fatigue?"


    If Guo Shouyun looks directly at the second part of "The Legend of Shushan", which is a ticket-playing nature, then Tsui Hark doesn''t care how he wants to be a demon. But now people are serious investments, and they are suddenly dozens of super plans. As a director, how could he have no worries in his heart? !


    "It depends on Mr. Xu''s skill in filming and adaptation! One to two single-person films a year, and one large-scale collection film in three to four years. The investment in each film is no less than 100 million Chinese yuan. If the currency is in the future Devaluation, or the increase in production costs in the film market, will naturally increase investment. So, does Mr. Xu have the guts to be the director of this "Shushan Swordsman Biography" series?" Guo Shouyun looked at the opposite side with hesitation on his face. man.


    Among the many directors in Huaxia, Tsui Hark can be said to be the most suitable director for making classical movies. From "A Chinese Ghost Story" to "Swordsman", from "New Dragon Inn" to "Di Renjie" series, his films truly capture the "immortal" flavor of Chinese classical culture. Guo Shouyun was deeply impressed. Therefore, if he were to create a classical Xianxia universe with "Shushan Swordsman Biography" as the main line, among the directors, Tsui Hark would be his first choice.


    For Tsui Hark, there is no doubt that this is a rare opportunity. Even missed opportunities that will never come again.


    Abundant shooting funds, can reach every corner of the world''s publicity system, coupled with a strong production background. All the outside conditions of a hit movie are there. Of course, there are many challenges ahead. But he wanted to miss the opportunity more than the challenge.


    "If I am the director of the "Shushan Biography" series, what rights can I get?"


    When he first felt that he was playing tickets, he didn''t care. Guo Shouyun shoots whatever he wants. But it is different now. Since it is a serious film and television investment, it is natural to determine the rights and obligations at the beginning.


    "Mr. Xu has the final say in the selection of filming and actors. Jiahe Film Company assists and is responsible for financial supervision and ensures the smoothness of the entire filming process. Mr. Xu is the main source of script adaptation, and Jiahe''s script editing department is supplemented. , I personally suggest that the choice of the main actors should be as young as possible. After all, we have to shoot for ten or twenty years, and we will not have to change roles until the end. In addition, the film contract should be signed more, not to the end. Shooting was delayed because of salary increases and things like that.��


    "As for Mr. Xu''s director fee, 2 million Chinese dollars plus 3% of the net income share! If the box office of the movie exceeds 200 million Chinese dollars, for every 30 million extra dollars, Mr. Xu can get 1% more of the net income! So, what can How much money you get depends on Mr. Xu''s ability."


    Guarantee 2 million Huaxia Coins, plus 3% of the net income share, this price is a proper high salary in the Chinese film industry in 2004. To know that a movie now has a box office of over 100 million, it is almost rare.


    Zhou Xingchi''s "Kung Fu" just released at the box office of 173 million Chinese yuan has already made people feel that it is difficult to surpass, so what else is there to say.


    Moreover, after deducting the production cost, publicity cost and the cinema chain share of a movie, the pre-tax net profit that can finally go to the film company may be around 40 million. After the business tax and value-added tax are paid, a blockbuster with a box office of more than 100 million yuan will have a net income of more than 20 million yuan. The director fee of 2 million is one-tenth of the box office, plus 3% of the net income share, and you can get an extra 600,000.


    Therefore, even if the total box office does not exceed 200 million, for every 30 million increase in the box office, the director will get a discount of 1% of the net income, and Guo Shouyun''s conditions are good enough.


    In contrast, although Tsui Hark got a lot, it was Guo Shouyun who really got the most benefit. Because what really makes money for a movie is not the box office, but the peripheral income. Although China is far less developed than Hollywood in this regard, it is enough to make a fortune after recovering the cost.


    As for whether "Shushan Biography" can exceed 200 million, Guo Shouyun is not worried. The film has invested 100 million Chinese coins, and it is called a blockbuster this year. Xu Laoguai''s reputation and directing ability are not inferior to Chen Kaige and Laomouzi, and even such bad films as "Wuji" and "Golden Armor in the City" can get 180 million and 291 million box office. It makes no sense that he invested 100 million yuan, and the "Shushan Biography" that the Matrix Company cooperated and released could not reach it.


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    Chapter six hundred and seventy-six had to


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    Sufficient film production funds, strong publicity channels, and top-notch backgrounds. Moreover, there is the stimulation of superior conditions, and Old Monster Xu is not only excited. As a director, who doesn''t want to make a blockbuster? If he succeeds, he will have fame, status and interests. If he fails, he will have nothing to lose. The reputation is not good at most, but it is also profitable.


    After weighing the pros and cons, Tsui Hark nodded.


    "Mr. Guo, I am very willing to cooperate with Jiahe to shoot the sequel of "Shushan Biography"."


    "Very wise decision." Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, "I have already explained Zou Chongyan. After you leave me today, you can go to her directly. She will cooperate with you to complete the preparatory work for the movie."


    "OK!"


    Finally, when the two of them finished talking, the anxious Wang Jing who had been provoked by Guo Shouyun''s superior conditions one by one, looked at him and said quickly, "Mr. Guo, I am personally very willing to be the director of the sequel of "Eternal Dragon Slayer". director."


    Fatty Wang, who values ??income more than Old Monster Xu, never thought of rejecting Guo Shouyun''s invitation. This guy even dares to mix in a third-level film like "Jade Futuan", which shows that his lower limit is much lower than that of Old Monster Xu.


    "That''s the best way. We Jiahe are also very willing to cooperate with Mr. Wang."


    Wang Jing rubbed her fingers unconsciously, looked at Guo Shouyun earnestly and said: "Mr. Guo, in fact, "Eternal Dragon Sword" is also very suitable for making a series. And there are many Jin Yong martial arts dramas. In China, even overseas Chinese groups have very deep influence. We can shoot multiple series based on that.��


    Guo Shouyun''s grand vision for "The Legend of Shushan Swordsman" also stimulated this fat man.


    "As long as I can make money, I don''t mind realizing Mr. Wang''s idea!" Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Don''t worry, Mr. Guo, I will do my best!"


    Wang Jing patted her chest and believed in herself.


    "So we have reached a cooperation?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Wang Jing and Xu Ke looked at each other and nodded at the same time.


    "In order to congratulate us on our successful cooperation, how about a toast with tea instead of wine?"


    "Respect is worse than obedience!"


    The two held up the teacups, and after touching Guo Shouyun, the three drank it all in one go.


    Putting down the teacup, Guo Shouyun raised his head, his deep eyes slowly swept over the faces of the two in front of him.


    "Two gentlemen, I have given you enough funding for this cooperation, and you are in charge of the screenwriters and actors. I will also let Golden Harvest, Penguin Films and TV in the Mainland, and Matrix in the United States jointly distribute the film for you. From production to release, all the conditions are top-notch. Moreover, for the director fees of the two, I believe they are also top-notch in the industry." After a pause, Guo Shouyun put on a full tone, "So, I hope that the two of you can Treat this cooperation well, put out all your energy, keep improving, constantly sculpt the script, and come up with an excellent movie. But if you two wantonly squander my money, just want to pile up special effects, and don''t consider the rigor of the plot. A bad movie. I promise to make it difficult for you in China and the world in the future."


    Looking at the pressure in the man''s deep eyes, listening to the strong threat revealed in his tone, combined with the background and power of the other side, Fatty Wang and Old Monster Xu froze in their hearts. They all know that the other party has the qualifications to say this.


    "Mr. Guo, please rest assured, we must devote 100% of our energy to making this movie well."


    Old Monster Xu also nodded in agreement.


    "This is the best way. As long as the two of you are attentive, we will have opportunities for cooperation in the future."


    "Of course, of course!"


    Thinking of what I should have said, I have almost finished. The combination of sticks and sweet dates works well. So after a brief chat, Guo Shouyun asked Wu Xiaojing to send them away.


    "Boss, with so much content in "The Legend of Shushan Swordsman", are you really going to let Xu Kequan film it?" Wang Jue asked curiously.


    "Of course I don''t mind if I can make money. If I can''t... my money is not from the wind. I won''t hesitate when it''s time to give up."


    Wang Jue nodded, which matched her image of the boss in her impression.


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    "Look at these materials!"


    Zhang Lei picked up the documents on the table and simply flipped through them, "Are these the assets of Hanhua Trust?"


    Ctrip 35.7%, Country Garden 30% preferred stock, Gree Electric 7.2%, Moutai 12.8%, Wuliangye 5.8%, Master Kong 8.5%, Alibaba 20%, Baidu 25.6%, Huayi Real Estate 30.5%!


    Under Hanhua Trust, apart from the nine core assets of Tencent, NetEase, PayPal, Jianlibao, Hanhua Holdings, Red Star Auto, Tuniu, Global Real Estate and Oriental Group, the rest of the non-core assets are basically placed in Zhang Lei''s in front of it.


    "You figure out what the total value of these assets is, and then take out a mortgage from Hanhua Bank."


    "A mortgage loan?" Zhang Lei asked in surprise.


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Red Star, Global and Tuniu all need a lot of money. Especially for Global, the opportunity is rare now!"


    Zhang Lei understood the big boss''s plan.


    After entering 2004, in order to limit the overheating of the macro economy, especially the overheating of real estate investment. Policies to curb real estate continued one after another.


    First, in March of this year, the Ministry of Land and Resources and the Ministry of Supervision jointly issued a document requesting to deal with the remaining issues of the land, otherwise the Bureau of Land and Resources has the right to take back the land.


    What are legacy issues? For example, the capital had a ''temporary state-owned land use certificate'' before that. With this certificate, you don''t have to pay the land fee immediately when you get the right to develop the land. You can develop first, sell the house, and then pay the land fee when you have money.


    You must know that in the total cost of the house, the cost of acquiring the land accounts for at least 30%. That is to say, for a house of 5,000 yuan per square meter, the land payment will account for 1,500 yuan, and this is the least. In many cases, 40% or even 50% of the land payment is possible.


    In the past, land payments could be paid later, which meant that developers could leverage more capital with less money. But not anymore. You must pay the land fee in full when you get the right to develop the land. This means that the leverage of real estate has been reduced. You used to be able to pry 100 bucks with a dollar. Now you have to pay 30 bucks before you can move 100 bucks. Those high-risk, high-leverage real estate companies will be eliminated from the market.


    This is how Sun Hongbin''s Shunchi was eliminated. You must know that before this policy, Shunchi''s one-year turnover is almost surpassing that of China''s largest real estate developer, Vanke.


    In addition to reducing real estate leverage. In April this year, the deposit reserve interest rate was raised, from 7% to 7.5%.


    In May of this year, projects such as golf courses, convention and exhibition centers, logistics parks, and large shopping centers were cleaned up, and strict control of land management was carried out to curb the rapid growth of real estate investment.


    Moreover, it is reported that the central government is already considering raising the deposit and loan interest rates that have not been raised for ten years.


    Coupled with last year''s ''8.13'' deadline, and local governments continue to crack down on real estate investment in response to the central government''s call. Under this series of big moves, the entire real estate market is mourning! Purchasing power has declined rapidly, and the volume of property market transactions has shrunk rapidly.


    Those real estate development companies that rely on bank loans to acquire land for development and play the capital chain to the extreme have never imagined that the country just listed real estate as a pillar industry last year, and this year they will wave a knife at her. The outcome is predictable.


    However, mergers and acquisitions often culminate when an industry enters a recession. And it is also a good time for those big conglomerates with strong capital to pick up leaks at low prices. Just like the Hutchison and Changshi of the old Li family, in 2004 they frantically hoarded land in China. Just like Rongcheng, the old Li family set up here very early, and negotiated with the Rongcheng government many times, but they did not reach a cooperation because the conditions were too high. This time, taking advantage of the shrinking real estate industry, he made a big move and won the land king in the south of the city, which covers an area of ??1,036.47 mu, with a bid of more than 2 billion yuan.


    In addition to the old Li family, other established consortiums in Hong Kong are not alone. Wharf, New World, Wheelock, and Sun Hung Kai have all shot. Chinese consortiums in Singapore, Thailand and other places also raised placards one after another. In an instant, along with the downturn in the real estate sales market, the competition in the field of land bidding has intensified.


    Faced with this situation, looking at Tang Wenfang''s emails about which piece of land was auctioned off at a high price and which real estate company was acquired, he originally planned to manage the two major real estate projects in Beijing and Yunnan Province within five years. Guo Shouyun, who took three or four plots of land in first- and second-tier cities to pave the way for subsequent development, couldn''t sit still.


    Although China''s cities benefit from rapid economic development, they continue to expand around. But the inner core plots are counted. If someone else takes it, you will lose your chance.


    If Universal Real Estate missed this wave of mergers and land hoarding. UU reading www.uukanshu. com estimates that it can only go to the development zone or get land in the suburbs in the future. Or beat other competitors with higher prices. No matter what kind of situation occurs, Guo Shouyun does not want to see it.


    Although, he does not want Universal Real Estate to follow the path of Country Garden and Evergrande and win by quantity. Instead, they want to enjoy the capital appreciation brought about by rising real estate prices to a greater extent. However, he is unwilling to miss the elite land in the urban core area and the land with the greatest potential for future appreciation.


    Therefore, Guo Shouyun, who originally planned to slowly mortgage the non-core assets of Hanhua Trust and injected funds when Universal, Red Star and Tuniu needed it, had to speed up his pace.


    "Country Garden, Huayi Real Estate, Alibaba and Baidu may not have accurate valuations because they are not listed. The total value of the shares of the remaining 5 companies should be between 12 billion and 14 billion CNY. Take the median value of 13 billion and 80 % loan ratio, you can get 10.4 billion Huaxia currency. If you count Country Garden, Huayi Real Estate, Alibaba and Baidu, they will be evaluated based on their total assets, main business income, return on equity and other data in the first quarter of 2004. , the total value of the shares held by Hanhua Trust should be between 15 billion and 18 billion Chinese currency. Taking the middle value, if you take a commercial loan, you can get 13.2 billion Chinese currency. "

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    Chapter 677 The Solution


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    In fact, it is mainly the shares of Alibaba and Baidu that are valuable, with the Nasdaq crisis becoming a thing of the past. The stock prices of eBay, Yahoo, Amazon, and LinkedIn have risen to varying degrees, and Chinese Internet giants have also become optimistic about Wall Street investors. Take Ctrip.com as an example. Its stock price has grown by 43% since it was listed on Nasdaq at the end of 2003 only half a year ago. Sina, Sohu, and CDC, which were listed before, also rose to varying degrees.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Zhang Lei just stepped down as CEO of Hanhua Trust last month. He has been part-time before, so the value judgment of these assets is relatively accurate.


    "A total of 23.6 billion Huaxia coins, can Hanhua Bank take out so much money now?"


    Commercial banks have many businesses, including industrial loans, commercial loans, agricultural loans, technology loans and consumer loans, not to mention overnight lending, bill discounting, etc. Every business needs capital, so the bank has a lot of deposits, but not much money allocated to a business. 23.6 billion Chinese currency, which is US$3 billion at the current exchange rate. Compared with Han Hua Bank''s total assets of 21 billion US dollars, it is obviously impossible to take out all of it.


    "It can only solve one-fifth at most." Zhang Lei shook his head and said.


    "What if it''s ABS?"


    "Han Wah Fund can solve 400 million US dollars. If the boss can give a two-month grace period, Han Wah Securities and Orient Securities can sell all these ABS (asset-backed securities)."


    Guo Shouyun thought for a moment and then nodded.


    "Just do as you say!"


    In fact, he can use these assets to go to Phoenix Bank. With Phoenix''s total assets of nearly 600 billion US dollars, he can easily get a full loan of 3 billion US dollars.


    However, this part of the assets in the hands of Hanhua Trust is all in Huaxia, and he hopes to use this asset to raise money in Hanhua and Dongfang Group, which can also benefit them. Otherwise, Hanhua and Dongfang will always fall to the Phoenix, which is not the result he wants to see.


    "Boss, the loan of 23.6 billion Chinese currency is fine if it is in Hong Kong, and the annual interest is about 1.5 billion. If it is in Huaxia, even if only a part of the funds are issued bonds, I am afraid that there will be an extra 200 to 300 million in interest. "


    Hua Xia''s current deposit rate is 7.5%, and the yield from issuing bonds cannot be lower than this. Therefore, whether it is commercial loans or issuance of bonds in Huaxia, it is not a good choice.


    By contrast, the U.S. federal funds rate is now less than 2 percent. The money in the bank flows to the market in a ''rush'', and the price of real estate is the same every day. You can imagine how much less interest you pay on loans here than in Huaxia.


    The Hong Kong dollar is pegged to the US dollar, so the deposit and loan interest of Hong Kong banks are also not high.


    "Let Dongfang Group earn some money. Otherwise, Chen Yu would be working too hard with a Delong mess. Also, although 45% of Dongfang Group''s shares belong to the four major banks, we are the ones who control it. It''s impossible. The benefits are not given." Guo Shouyun smiled, "We gave the benefits and made the Dongfang Group make money. As shareholders, the four major banks cannot express nothing at all."


    Zhang Lei also nodded in agreement.


    "By the way, have you met the directors sent by the four major banks to the company?"


    When Guo Shouyun sold the shares of Hanhua to the four major banks, they proposed the conditions for the formation of the board of directors. In this regard, Guo Shouyun did not object, anyway, he did not regard Hanhua Bank as his private treasury. Just like this mortgage, everything is going by the rules. And only by operating according to the rules, Hanhua has the possibility to grow. Otherwise, who wants to put money in your bank if you want to take it?


    "See you! The quality is not bad!"


    "That''s good. . . . What about our people?"


    Since it is dispatching directors, of course it is impossible for only the four major banks to send directors to Hanhua, and Hanhua also sends its own employees to the four major banks. Moreover, both parties are non-executive directors who are only responsible for supervision, not operation.


    "It''s been inaugurated. There''s nothing major that deserves our attention at the moment."


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "With this money, it should allow Universal to have about 1,000 to 1,500 acres of land in first- and second-tier cities across the country."


    "Are you going to give all this money to Universal?"


    "Well! ... Now you have seen the dynamics of the domestic real estate industry in Huaxia. I am afraid that if we go too late, all good plots will be occupied by others. Also, land is also a real asset, and when Universal takes over the land, Hanhua Securities will use this batch of land to issue another ABS bond. At that time, it will be able to leverage nearly double its assets.��


    "If you don''t think it''s enough, you can continue to use the second batch of land to leverage the third asset!" Zhang Lei said with a smile.


    "No need!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "The second batch of land has been obtained, and the amount of land we hold in first- and second-tier cities across the country will be around 2,500 mu. Compared with the amount of land hoarded by other real estate companies, this number is not too small. If there is more, I am afraid the government will not be able to explain it. After all, we are hoarding land, not developing it immediately. In addition, unlike other real estate companies, the real estate in the first and second tier cities of Global Real Estate, the income from selling the house can balance the expenditure. I don''t plan to sell the rest of the property."


    Zhang Lei was not surprised by Guo Shouyun''s idea. He is also very clear about the corporate strategy of Global Real Estate.


    "Do you plan to develop all of them in accordance with the standards of the four major mansions in the capital?"


    "Um!"


    "In this case, the number of houses held by Universal Real Estate will probably exceed 10 million!" Zhang Lei said with a hint of exclamation in his tone Guo Shouyun smiled, "Almost so. Although some land needs to be Commercial. But based on the 30% gross profit of the real estate industry, plus the premium factor after one year, we can leave 12 to 13 million units. After deducting commercial real estate, a part must be subtracted. In the end, it really falls to us There may be about 8 million to 10 million sets in hand.��


    He didn''t intend to be like the old Li family, purely to hoard the land and sell it for money. But thinking about the future when it is completed, it will become the world''s largest charter company. Therefore, he will only hoard land for one year, and Global Real Estate will be able to generate a net profit of around 1 billion in one year. With this money, it is definitely not enough to fully develop 47,500 mu of land, but laying foundations is almost enough. And as long as there is this step, the off-plan house can be sold, and then the house can be built step by step until the entire project is completed.


    10 million sets of small-sized houses, even if according to the minimum standard, the rent of 1,500 yuan a month and the occupancy rate of 70%, the revenue of Global Real Estate in this area can reach an annual income of about 10 billion yuan. But after more than ten years, the current second-tier cities, the new first-tier cities in the future, how can the monthly rent of a small apartment in the city center be so cheap.


    And it''s real estate that''s more valuable than rent.

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    Chapter 678 Four Seasons Fund


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    Although the houses Guo Shouyun intends to build are all small units and single apartments of less than 100 square meters, in the core urban areas of the new first-tier cities, the price of these houses will basically be between 1 million and 2 million after ten years. Not to mention Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Hong Kong.


    Ten million of these small units will be worth more assets ten years later than Amazon��s market value at its peak. Thinking of this, even Guo Shouyun is now a world-class rich man with a lot of excellent assets. Hearts are also surging.


    Nothing was said. In the future, the core goal of Global Real Estate is to achieve it in the shortest possible time, and have 10 million small units in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and at least ten second-tier economic power cities.


    "Boss, you gave all the funds to Universal, I''m afraid Lao Xing will make trouble. Red Star Motors is also waiting for your funds to acquire Rover and revitalize its assets. You used the equity of Hanhua Holdings to borrow 4 billion US dollars from Standard Chartered Bank, The annual interest is 2 billion Chinese currency. In the past, 4 billion US dollars was gradually injected into the accounts of Global Real Estate and Global Fund. During the buffering time, the remaining funds can be used to obtain income in the capital market through the Mang Seed Fund, and the loan interest can be repaid by the way. Now, I am afraid that all this money will be used to support the world and start Tuniu''s project in Yunnan Province. This means that the interest of the 2 billion Huaxia coins in the next three years will have to be your own way."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Old Zhang, I never asked. How much money does Hanhua Trust make from the money it put in the mango?"


    Since around the Spring Festival of the previous year, after receiving a loan of 4 billion US dollars from Standard Chartered Bank, he set aside 1 billion to give it to Global Real Estate to take advantage of the downturn in Hong Kong''s real estate market and purchase assets in large sums. The remaining three billion are put into the mans seed fund, mainly the long futures of gold and oil. Leverage is not much, just five times. Later, with the continuous development of Global Real Estate and Global Fund. After a portion of the funds are cashed out, they are handed over to the two companies for use. There is also a portion of cash repayment of loan interest. There are still 1.8 billion US dollars of this fund lying in the account of the awn seed fund.


    In the past year and a half, gold has grown from US$340 per ounce to US$400, a growth rate of 17.45%; oil has grown from US$28 per barrel to US$40 now, a growth rate of 42.85%.


    "From last year to now, this money has received a total return of 1.45 billion US dollars. After deducting 40% of the agreement share and 2% of the management fee, Hanhua Trust can get 841 million US dollars!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, which was a lot more than the information he read last time. Moreover, there is no capital gains tax and dividend tax in Hong Kong, and only 0.1% transaction stamp duty is required for both buyers and sellers. The $841 million is almost entirely at his disposal.


    "With this 841 million US dollars, we can temporarily deal with Tuniu and Hongxing Auto! It''s just that we need to find a way to repay the principal and interest of Standard Chartered Bank at the end of the year." Guo Shouyun said.


    The $4 billion loan is based on an agreement he signed with Standard Chartered Bank for five years at 6.4% interest. The first year requires repayment of 800 million in principal and $256 million in interest.


    Guo Shouyun used the assets of Jianlibao, a subsidiary of Hanhua Trust, to issue an ABS bond worth US$800 million to repay the principal. The interest is the remaining US$3 billion wealth management income after deducting the US$1 billion handed over to Global Real Estate.


    At the end of this year, another $800 million in principal and $200 million in interest will need to be repaid.


    "Boss, there is something I want to discuss with you." Zhang Lei hesitated for a moment and said.


    "What''s up?"


    "I want to change the share of the Mang Seed Fund to 37%, 30% for us and 70% for customers."


    Guo Shouyun frowned slightly, "Why?"


    "Now the funds managed by the Mang Seed Fund have reached 17.9 billion US dollars, but in the past six months, it has only increased by less than 2.3 billion US dollars. And many customers report that our proportion is too high, but the rate of return has not exceeded in the past year. 25%. Many private equity funds with similar yields as ours have only 30%, or even 20%!��


    The reason why the Mang Seed Fund will set a dividend ratio of 46 to 60 that far exceeds that of the same industry is entirely based on Guo Shouyun''s previous knowledge.


    The Argentine debt crisis, 9.11, the war in Afghanistan, and the war in Iraq, these crises that are likely to cause financial market volatility are basically within a year. By taking advantage of these opportunities repeatedly, Guo Shouyun has harvested tens of billions of dollars from the capital market, laying the foundation for his fortune. And those investors who made excess profits through his hands also accepted his dividend ratio far exceeding that of their peers.


    But with these opportunities in the past, if you want to make such huge profits, you will have to wait until the subprime mortgage crisis three years later. As for the money-making opportunities left between the Iraq war and the subprime mortgage crisis, the so-called black swan events, he really can''t remember.


    Even if he wants to invest himself, it is the Internet, gold, and oil that are long-term. Or the ''Oil Forward Agreement'' that Ruby Mall, Pacific Energy Group and Unocal Oil are all investing in.


    But if you only invest in these, it will lose support for the high share of the mango seed fund. Whether it is the Internet, gold, or oil, the one-year yield rate is difficult to exceed 35%. Not to mention that Guo Shouyun used the black swan event to almost double the annual average return almost every year.


    In contrast, the Mang Seed Fund is much less attractive than the Medallion Fund, which has an average annual return of nearly 40%, Bolong Asset Investment Management Co., Ltd., which has an average annual return of 32%, and Element Capital, which has an average annual return of about 22%. .


    Because the management fee is only 2%, and the share is only 20%, which is half less than the mango.


    "Old Zhang, private equity funds just retreat if they don''t advance. If we take the initiative to lower the share ratio, I''m afraid it will be difficult for the mango seed fund to grow on a large scale. Even if it is not handled well, there will be a recession."


    Zhang Lei nodded. The essence of private equity funds is high risk and high return. If the mango seed actively reduces the share ratio, it is easy to cause the outside world, and the rate of return cannot be guaranteed. It can only attract the impression of customers by reducing the share ratio.


    Once this impression is formed, those customers who are already investing in the mango will worry about the safety of their funds and choose to take them out and wait and see for a while after the funds are unsealed, and then decide whether to continue investing.


    During this period of time, if there are competitors of the Mango seed fund to help fuel the flames, make up some rumors that are not conducive to the mango seed. So no matter how true or false these rumors are, it may not be easy for the Mang Seed Fund to restore its current scale.


    "Boss, maybe you can...?"


    Seeing the expectation in his eyes, Guo Shouyun shook his head, "It''s not that easy to get doubled excess returns. Haiyan Heqing is not mentioned in the international arena, but it is generally calm. In addition to the long-term stock market and futures varieties, I also Couldn''t find any good opportunities."


    Although he had already guessed that this would be the result, when Guo Shouyun said it, Zhang Lei couldn''t help but feel disappointed.


    According to past practice, if Guo Shouyun really found a good investment opportunity, he would have already started preparations, and he will not remain silent until now.


    "If you can''t get the excess returns that far exceed Tongji, I''m afraid the size of the mango seed fund will drop a little bit, which is equivalent to chronic suicide." Zhang Lei said.


    "The share and management fee of the Mangosteen Fund can''t be changed. But you can set up another private equity fund. Use the current internationally popular 2% management fee and 20% revenue share. Over time, slowly transfer Mangosteen''s money to in this new fund."


    "But how do we explain to our clients the purpose of this fund?"


    "You can say that this is our newly established private equity fund that focuses on long-term investment in the stock market and futures. The risk factor is lower than that of the mango seed fund, so the handling fee and share are only half of the other party''s."


    Zhang Lei thought for a moment and then nodded, "You can name this fund."


    Guo Shouyun did not refuse.


    "It''s called the Four Seasons Fund! The investment direction is China AMC and Internet companies in the United States, the red chips of mainland state-owned companies in the Hong Kong stock market, as well as gold and oil long-term. In terms of management, you choose a stable and experienced fund manager."


    "Don''t let Yu Fei supervise it?"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "That guy likes to play risk. Long-term investment is not suitable for him."


    "Understood!"


    "By the way, sign this document!"


    He took a look at it, especially when he noticed the ''Executive Director of Hanhua Trust'', there was a hint of understanding on his face.


    "In the future, all companies headquartered in Huaxia, including the current Hanhua Holdings, Jianlibao, PayPal, Tencent, NetEase, Red Star Auto, Universal Group, Tuniu Group, and Dongfang Group, will be managed under this trust. I am the executive. Manager, you are the executive director, and the entire council will be composed of 7-9 people in the future."


    There is no doubt This is Guo Shouyun preparing for the future inheritance of the Guo family. Zhang Lei, who has already been to Guo''s Manor in the Magic Capital, and who has seen Ji''s sisters, is not surprised by this. The mutual cooperation between family trusts and family funds is also an effective means for the inheritance of wealth of large families in the world today.


    Especially in the United States, where the inheritance tax exceeds 50%, the founders of the family business will leave a small amount of shares to their descendants, and then put most of the shares into the family fund established by themselves, and then pay the income generated by these shares through the family trust. to their descendants.


    In order to avoid the situation of being rich for three generations, the management of family funds is usually composed of three family members, three professional managers, and three social leaders, who are responsible for the management of the family business.


    Because foundations have legal personality under modern commercial law, the transfer of shares to the foundation does not require high estate taxes.


    In addition, in order to avoid paying taxes, avoid social hatred of wealth, and at the same time increase their own influence, many families will set up family funds as family charitable funds.


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 v2 Chapter 679： Sell ??Yahoo and eBay

    Chapter 679 Sell Yahoo and eBay


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    Although doing so requires 5% of the total assets to be used for charity every year, in order to resist inflation, the fund must guarantee an annual rate of return of 8% to ensure that the assets will not shrink. But in fact, for family foundations with huge social resources and professional financial talents, 8% is not a difficult figure to achieve. Bill Gates & Melinda Family Fund, Paul Allen Family Fund and other common annual returns are above 10%.


    In addition, the trust plan set up through the company''s shares can also ensure that family members live a superior life through the dividends of these shares. At the same time, it also avoids the situation that there is no good heir, which leads to the decline of the company.


    Family trusts + family charitable funds constitute the general model of modern large family inheritance. However, because China has no inheritance tax. So family charitable funds can be saved. Only the family trust remains, and this trust is different from Western trusts. It has the nature of a legal person and can exist as a company, exclusively responsible for the management of all its assets.


    Hanhua Trust is such an existence.


    However, separation is never easy. It is also impossible for a trust to settle completely. But now Guo Shouyun''s children are still young. When they grow up, they can decide on a more detailed asset inheritance plan based on their abilities and personalities.


    The current Hanhua Trust is just a preview.


    Regarding the position of executive director of Hanhua Trust, Zhang Lei did not hesitate to sign his name behind it. As long as you''re not a fool, you can understand that you can get this position and enter Guo Shouyun''s core decision-making circle. It is not only Hanhua who is involved in the management, but also the huge oriental assets of the Guo family, as well as the future inheritance of this family, and even the asset management and inheritance of the American Guo family. No matter it is good for him or for his career.


    "Is it just the two of us in the entire council?"


    "For the time being, there are only the two of us. As for the follow-up personnel, I will decide after I inspect it!"


    Zhang Lei nodded. He can''t say much about this kind of thing, it''s better to leave it to the big boss to make his own decisions.


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    Guo Shouyun stayed in Hong Kong for a week. He originally planned to go to Pengcheng next door to see Ma Huateng and Zhang Zhidong, but the news from the United States forced him to change his schedule.


    "Are you really pregnant?"


    Seeing his happy look, Wendy smiled and pointed to the test sheet in his hand.


    "Isn''t it clearly written on it!"


    "Haha, it''s very clear. I''m just so happy!"


    After reading the laboratory test list several times, Guo Shouyun threw it away, saving the mature and charming woman in front of him.


    "Great, Wendy. We finally have a baby!"


    During this time, although Guo Shouyun spent most of his time in the magic capital, he would fly back to San Francisco for a few days every other week. After all, he also had his family here. When staying, it is a matter of course to discuss with Wendy the avenue of human relations.


    In fact, Wendy was happier than Guo Shouyun. The two have been together for so long, and she has never been able to get pregnant. Although Guo Shouyun didn''t say anything, she always felt very stressed in her heart. And now that''s all in the past. She is not worried that she will lose the better and better man in front of her in the future.


    "By the way, when is the due date?"


    "The doctor said March next year!" Wendy said sweetly.


    "Are they twins?"


    Guo Shouyun had some expectations. Because among his children, there are already two sets of twins. So he felt that he should have this gene.


    "no!"


    Wendy''s tone was a little lost.


    "It doesn''t matter, we are still so young, there will be opportunities in the future! Come, let me hear the heartbeat of my daughter."


    Saying that, Guo Shouyun''s ears moved towards Wendy''s still flat stomach.


    "It''s only two months old, how can you hear the baby''s heartbeat without the aid of a stethoscope."


    Even so, Wendy did not stop her lover''s movements. Instead, he stroked his slightly stiff hair, and his pretty face was full of maternal tenderness.


    "Although I can''t hear it, it''s good to feel it!"


    Just when Guo Shouyun was working hard, there was a dense and small sound of running outside.


    "dad��!"


    With the childish voice, Guo Shouyun, who had just turned around, was not ready. Two small figures had already rushed into his arms.


    "Haha, Elizabeth, George, do you miss Dad?"


    He picked up the two children on the left and the right, and kissed their tender little cheeks twice. Guo Shouyun, who was disliked because of the hard stubble, asked with a smile.


    After the two little guys nodded at the same time, Elizabeth quickly asked, "Dad, I want to eat champion cake."


    "Dad, I want to eat pear paste candy." George was not far behind.


    The champion cake and pear paste candy are both famous snacks of Modu. When I came back to see them last time, Guo Shouyun brought some. As a result, the two little guys fell in love completely, and every time he came back he had to ask this.


    "Go to your Uncle Matthew, he has it there!"


    The eyes of the two little guys lit up, and after struggling to get down from Guo Shouyun''s arms, they whistled and ran towards Matthew.


    Looking at their small backs, Guo Shouyun folded his arms, and there was a touch of love on his face.


    "They''re all so big in a blink of an eye."


    Wendy hugged his sturdy waist from behind, her round chin rested on his shoulder, and said in a gentle tone.


    Holding her hand and putting it in his own, Guo Shouyun nodded slightly and said, "When the child in your belly is born, this family will be even more lively."


    "Bruce, do you like children very much?"


    "Of course! We Chinese people have always said that they have more sons, more grandchildren and more longevity. As a traditional Chinese people, I also hope that the second generation of the Guo family can spread branches and leaves, and can get the care of brothers and sisters, instead of being like me from beginning to end. It''s one person!"


    Wendy nodded lightly, "I will definitely give you many, many children in the future."


    "We will work together in the future!"


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    Wendy''s pregnancy is naturally a happy thing. Guo Shouyun specially invited the Lincoln family and his old husband who was far away in New York to get together in San Francisco. Everyone celebrated together.


    In the middle, it was inevitable to discuss with my father-in-law Roosevelt about the election of the current US president. As one of the leaders of the Democratic Party, it is embarrassing that his son-in-law is a die-hard supporter of the Republican candidate. Even so, the old Roosevelt did not persuade Guo Shouyun to change his ways. From the current election situation, the current atmosphere in Congress, and the perception of the upper class, Bush is obviously more favored.


    After entertaining relatives, Guo Shouyun also started to work. As for friends, it would be more appropriate to entertain after the child is born.


    Hanshan other courtyard, backyard. The office of the secretarial department.


    "The secret acquisition of Merrill Lynch shares has stalled." Liu Zhixing said.


    "Funds should be enough!"


    Guo Shouyun said.


    To buy Merrill''s shares, he authorized Liu Zhixing to issue several ABS with stakes in Yahoo and eBay, both owned by the Guo family trust. With the current market value of Yahoo''s US$65 billion and eBay''s US$58 billion, let alone acquiring a 20% stake in Merrill Lynch, a 100% premium, a wholly-owned acquisition is enough.


    You know, it was only this year that Merrill Lynch benefited from the recovery of U.S. real estate, with its share price exceeding $50 billion. This figure was reached by Yahoo and eBay in mid-2003.


    "The funds are sufficient, but Merrill Lynch''s outstanding shares in the market are not enough. Now, financial stocks are rising rapidly, and investment banks such as Morgan Stanley, Merrill Lynch, Goldman Sachs, Lehman Brothers, etc., are rising every month. Under the stock rally, few investment institutions have released their Merrill Lynch shares. Compared with 2003, the turnover rate of Merrill Lynch shares this year has dropped by nearly 10 percentage points. If we continue to acquire, Merrill Lynch is likely to There will be splits in order to increase the liquidity of the stock. If we do, we will be in trouble.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "How many Merrill Lynch ordinary shares do you have now?"


    "13.9%!"


    "Can it exceed 23% in a week if it''s a surprise acquisition?"


    "It''s difficult!" Liu Zhixing slowly shook his head.


    Guo Shouyun frowned. Blitz is the best way if you can''t do it slowly. Otherwise, with what he knows about Stan O''Neal, if the takeover takes more than a week, he''ll face a sharp counterattack.


    Wall Street has been established for hundreds of years, and there are too many anti-takeover strategies. Guo Shouyun didn''t want to let the results of his four years of hard work go to waste, so he would rather be slower than act blindly.


    "Then pause first!" Guo Shouyun''s tone was a little helpless.


    "Benefiting from the favorable environment, the U.S. financial industry is developing rapidly. If the acquisition of Merrill Lynch is stopped, it will cost more in the future."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "So, do you have any good suggestions?"


    "Among Merrill Lynch''s institutional investors Fidelity Fund holds 9.45%; the second largest is the Morgan family fund, holding 5.83%; if the boss can buy any of them, we will The acquisition of Merrill Lynch can be completely completed through a blitz."


    "Have you ever thought about it. If we abuse our shortcomings, we may have to give up the cost of several times our target? There is even a risk of exposing the target and causing the entire operation to fail?"


    "Of course I thought about it. But compared to the price paid, or even the risk of exposure, there are more variables dragged down!" Liu Zhixing said firmly.


    Guo Shouyun looked at Liu Zhixing, who had been cultivated by himself and depended on him as a think tank, and the firmness in his eyes. After pondering for a while, "I''ll think about this first."


    Liu Zhixing also knows that the acquisition involving tens of billions of dollars is not a trivial matter. Moreover, the two have been working **** this matter for nearly three years, and no small mistakes can appear. Deliberation is the best way.


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 v2 Chapter 680： Inventory of trust assets

    Chapter 680 Inventory of Trust Assets


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    "By the way, from now on, slowly get rid of our Yahoo and eBay shares."


    "The operating income and net profit of Yahoo and eBay are both growing, and the stocks of the two companies are also appreciating. Is it too early to sell now?" Liu Zhixing frowned.


    "It''s early, but we have too much stock in Yahoo and eBay. If we don''t do it now, I''m afraid it will be more troublesome later."


    Yahoo''s stock price is now around $65 billion, while eBay''s is around $58 billion. Although in Guo Shouyun''s impression, they will have higher performance. But Guo Shouyun no longer intends to wait any longer.


    He holds 33.8% of eBay''s total share capital of 1.341 billion, or 453 million shares. He owns 24.9% of Yahoo''s 1.432 billion shares, or 357 million shares. The monthly trading volume of the two stocks is only about 20 million shares. To avoid selling too much and stressing both stocks, you lose your money. Guo Shouyun needs at least a year, or even more time, to sell all his Yahoo and eBay stocks.


    According to his expectation, after eBay and Yahoo sell out at the end of 2005 or early 2006, he will not only get a lot of money, but also prepare for the upcoming subprime mortgage crisis.


    However, Guo Shouyun intends to sell more than just eBay and Yahoo.


    "You contact Tata Group on my behalf to see if we can sell them our 40% interest in the Dabor Steel project."


    Dabor Steel is a super-large steel project jointly constructed by Hanhua Trust and Tata Group, with a total investment of 2.5 billion US dollars. The first phase can reach a production capacity of 6 million tons; Has an annual production capacity of 13 million tons of steel.


    The project relies on the superior iron ore resources in Maharashtra, India, and the Dabor Power Plant with an installed capacity of 2,350 MW established by Pacific Energy Group in Dabor, India. At present, the first phase of the 6 million-ton steel project has been completed, and the second phase has also started construction at the end of 2003. It is expected to wait until the middle of 2005 to be fully completed. Proud of Tata Steel''s global sales system, the products of the steel mill are not worried about sales. Therefore, when issuing bonds to finance this project, the rating agency gave 3A!


    But even so, even if Tata Steel is the most profitable steel company in the same industry in the world, Guo Shouyun never thought of owning its shares for a long time.


    At the beginning, he would not have invested in such a large steel plant if it hadn''t been to avoid the failure of the billion-dollar investment in the Dabor power plant.


    Now is not the 19th century, the glory days of the steel industry are long gone. In addition to high value-added special steel, the crude steel industry is basically making hard money. Moreover, hard-earned money can��t be earned for a few years. After the subprime mortgage crisis, the global steel industry recession will come, and it��s not bad to make a profit without losing money.


    "Dabor Steel?"


    Looking at Liu Zhixing''s frown, Guo Shouyun could guess what he wanted to say.


    "Don''t persuade me. The profit margin of the steel industry is too low, I really have no interest. Moreover, I now have better projects that need funds. Try to sell the interests of Dabol Steel. I believe that the tower is actively expanding around the world. Tower Steel would be interested."


    Liu Zhixing nodded.


    After explaining Yahoo, eBay and Dabor Steel, Guo Shouyun looked at the rest of the assets under the Guo family trust. In addition to the core assets of Guo''s, Ruby, and Matrix.


    Bevin Economics Sports Company is an asset operated by brother-in-law Al Bevin. Although he owns 51% and has no interest in sports economy, this asset cannot be sold.


    SpaceX is the future of Musk''s industry, known as Jobs'' second, and he holds 10% of the original stock and has the right to invest. Moreover, this company is still a relatively popular private aerospace company ten years later, and it may be useful to keep this part of the shares in the future.


    Amazon''s 33.2% stake, which is certainly not for sale. At the beginning, he spent a lot of effort, so he didn''t hesitate to come up with the idea of ????Thornbird Publishing Company and cloud computing to get this part of the equity from the "hard-hearted" Jeff Bezos.


    He doesn''t plan to sell until Amazon''s stock price exceeds $500 billion.


    United Real Estate is a real estate development company established by him and the second-generation Chinese rich in the United States. He owns 15% of the equity. Proud of the recovery of the real estate industry in the United States in recent years, coupled with the contacts of a group of rich Chinese, the company has developed relatively smoothly. Three years later, the original investment of 100 million US dollars has now doubled by 5 times. Although Guo Shouyun didn''t like it very much, he also wanted to sell it. But considering that he is a Chinese, he cannot exist without this group. In order to maintain contact between the two parties, it is better not to sell this part of the shares.


    Speaking of which, the nature of United Real Estate is similar to that of Huayi Real Estate under Hanhua Trust, which is the consequence of building connections. However, behind Huayi Real Estate is a group of three generations of red in the four and nine cities.


    Netflix''s 29.3%. As a streaming media company, Netflix''s business is similar to Hulu, a company jointly established by Matrix and Time Warner. Now Hulu is the second largest streaming media company in the United States after Netflix, and Matrix holds a 50% stake.


    However, Guo Shouyun is more inclined to Netflix than Hulu. One is from the memory of a previous life, Netflix has always been the largest streaming media company in the world. Hulu is also good, but Matrix made several tentative offers to Time Warner, but they were all rejected by the other party. Obviously, although this old-fashioned media company has made a big deal on AOL, it is still unwilling to give up on the power of online media Therefore, Guo Shouyun keeps the shares of Netflix, if he can''t take Hulu In his arms, he acquired Netflix and perfected the streaming media platform of Matrix.


    Veolia, after integrating the water business of Pan Pacific Group, is now a well-deserved giant in the global water industry. Moreover, it has also become a favorable competitor in the solid waste business, waste incineration, and energy fields. In the second quarter of 2004, the main business income was US$6.139 billion and the net profit was US$288 million. Total assets of 44.37 billion US dollars, net assets of 9.126 billion US dollars, one of the world''s top 500. If it weren''t for the low net profit, its market cap should exceed $10 billion.


    Guo Shouyun, through the last cooperation with Veolia''s parent company Vivendi, now holds a 32% stake in Veolia. After Vivendi reduced its 65 million shares in Veolia last November, Hanhua Trust has become its Undisputed major shareholder.


    However, now he is thinking about acquiring Veolia. But water treatment, environmental services and energy are all blue oceans of the future. Guo Shouyun did not intend to give up easily, so this part of the equity was temporarily left in his hands.


    Finally, there is Merrill Lynch. There is no doubt that this part must not be given up.

 v2 Chapter 681： use of funds

    Chapter 681 Use of Funds


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    "How should the withdrawn funds be used?" Liu Zhixing asked.


    A thought appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face. Selling Yahoo''s shares will allow him to withdraw $16.2 billion from the capital market, and selling eBay''s shares will allow him to withdraw at least $19.6 billion. The acquisition of bonds issued by Bank of Merrill Lynch will cost about $6 billion with interest. His own loans and bonds were about to mature in earlier years, leaving $4 billion to repay.


    This reduction leaves $15.8 billion in the end. Selling 40% of Dabor Steel''s equity should be able to return about 600 million US dollars. After all, the second phase of the project has not been completed. That should be $16.4 billion.


    Regardless of whether the acquisition of Merrill is successful in the end, the money will definitely not be used. According to his principle of earmarking funds, unless it is a crisis, he does not want to use the funds under the Guo Family Wealth Trust to develop his property in Huaxia Olympic. Because the former are both charitable funds and the latter are assets under his own name, once the funds of the former enter, the equity structure of the latter will change. In order to avoid changes to his family business in the future, he does not want to see such changes appear.


    As for the repayment of the loan from Standard Chartered Bank, as well as the development funds of Red Star Automobile Group and Tuniu Tourism, there are more than 800 million US dollars returned from the mango seed fund, which can be supported for a while. The big deal is to use Hanhua''s shares to issue an ABS. Although the funds may not be as timely as the loans, the injection of funds into Red Star Auto Group and Tuniu Travel is not easy, and the loan repayment from Standard Chartered is only once a month.


    In short, although the financial needs of Orient Assets are huge, the financial system is still very healthy.


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun said, "It''s still the old rules!"


    The so-called old rule is the long-term investment in gold and oil.


    Because as early as the beginning, Guo Shouyun put all his assets in the ''Stanford Charity Foundation'', ''Chinese Charity Relief Foundation'', ''China-US Study Abroad Charity Foundation'', ''Bruce Charity Foundation'', '' Guo''s Disaster Relief Charity Foundation'' is under the name of these five charitable funds.


    Because it is a charitable fund, he has made tens of billions of dollars in the capital market while avoiding paying high dividend taxes and capital gains taxes. Guarantee the rapid expansion of Kuo, Apple, Google, Ruby, Pacific Energy Group, Unocal and other companies.


    But there are advantages and disadvantages. The rule of the charitable fund is that you must use 5% of your assets for charity every year.


    Obviously, it is impossible for Guo Shouyun to directly sell his shares for charity. The workaround is asset-backed securities, or ABS!


    In this way, he does not need to sell his equity directly, he can withdraw funds from the capital market, and then invest in the gold and oil futures markets that he knows will rise rapidly in the future.


    Because this part of the investment needs stable value preservation and appreciation, he did not use too high leverage. After calculating the risk tolerance, three times is a good choice. Unless the price of gold falls by one third, it is not would jeopardize his support line. In fact, even if gold fell after the Argentine debt crisis and the sharp rise on 9.11, it only returned to the price before the rise, and at most fell slightly by two or three dollars. So the money has been growing steadily.


    From 2001 to the present, the price of gold futures and spot has increased by 65%; the price of oil futures has increased by 80%. Guo Shouyun''s average annual return on the money invested in it over the years has reached about 60%.


    After deducting 5% of his annual donation and about 6% of the bond''s interest, he was left with 49%. Charitable funds are not taxed. He only needs to pay the salaries and bonuses of less than 50 employees in the Ministry of Finance, the secretariat, which is headed by Liu Zhi.


    With the continuous growth of its various companies, the scale of this money has now exceeded 250 billion US dollars! Become the top financial force in the international capital market! Except for some sovereign wealth funds, there is nothing bigger than the money.


    "The funds we have invested in gold and oil are already huge. Should we consider allocating equity assets? For example, the equity of large companies in the S&P 100?" Liu Zhixing said.


    "It''s not the time yet."


    Guo Shouyun shook his head. The subprime mortgage crisis is imminent. If you carry out equity allocation at this time, you are completely looking for abuse. Might as well wait until the crisis hits, when gold and oil''s rally is almost over.


    Liu Zhixing did not object after thinking about it. Gold and oil are really good right now.


    "One more thing!" After Liu Zhixing looked over, "After setting up several sub-funds, the scale of our single charitable fund should not be too large."


    Now it is under the names of five charitable foundations: ''Stanford Charity Foundation'', ''Chinese Charity Relief Foundation'', ''China-US Study Abroad Charity Foundation'', ''Bruce Charity Foundation'', and ''Guo''s Disaster Relief Charity Foundation''. There are also 37 sub-funds, but even so, with $250 billion spread out, the size is still staggering. Due to the traditional Chinese plot of hiding wealth, Guo Shouyun did not want the outside world to easily know how much money he had.


    Liu Zhixing nodded.


    "Where are the donations from these sub-funds invested?"


    250 billion US dollars, the annual donation is 12.5 billion US dollars, this amount of money is so huge, how to spend it in the name of charity and gain benefits for yourself is also a lot of thought. matter.


    "Huaxia! Let more Chinese people study and work in the United States, and strive to keep them." Guo Shouyun said without hesitation.


    As a Chinese-American, he was inevitably branded as an ethnic group. The strength of the ethnic group will also bring him some benefits in all aspects. Therefore, since the establishment of the charitable fund, half of his donations have been used to provide charitable donations to Huaxia international students and migrant workers to help them obtain green cards and jobs; and to adopt Huaxia orphans. While the Chinese population in the United States continues to increase, it also helps the motherland China reduce the population pressure.


    A small goal he set for himself is to make the Chinese population in the United States exceed 20 million in his lifetime!


    Although this goal seems a bit big now, he still has fifty or sixty years to work hard.


    "Looks like we''re going to buy more farms!"


    Liu Zhixing shrugged, and he agreed with the proposals and actions to increase the Chinese population in the United States. However, except for international students, many Chinese who come to the United States are basically illiterate. So arranging them to go to farms has become the only realistic option.


    Just over $4 billion has been spent on land sales over the years. By the way, it provided a richer supply to Guo''s Business Group.


    In addition, the United States has a very interesting phenomenon. The more urban the population, the lower the fertility rate. The more agricultural the population, the higher the fertility rate, and generally more than 2%.


    Guo Shouyun only hopes that these land-owning Chinese can line up for the football team. Moreover, when he donated the land to these new Chinese, he promised that his charitable fund would cover all the money these children need to go to school in the future.


    At the end of the 20th century, with the idea of ??having more children, more grandchildren and more longevity in the minds of rural people, and facing a large area of ??land, the situation of six or seven aunts and a dozen uncles in each family will be reproduced in the United States.


    Moreover, these new American Chinese from the countryside have a series of relatives in the countryside. As soon as the homecoming is promoted, the number of immigrants to the United States has definitely increased dramatically. Taking advantage of the relaxed immigration policy in the United States, it is relatively easy to get a green card, Guo Shouyun decided to work harder.


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    After dealing with the secretariat, Guo Shouyun came to Ruby''s headquarters. Gather the top management of the company together. Beginning of the Ruby 2004 mid-year conference.


    Although Guo Shouyun does not participate in the internal management of the company, it does not mean that he does not know anything. He knows most of the development of Ruby''s nine subsidiaries in 2004. It''s just that some details are delegated to the CEOs of various companies, and they don''t pay much attention.


    And this 2004 Ruby mid-year meeting, listening to the company''s half-year development is just incidental, the real purpose is the division of Ruby Mall.


    "��The Ruby Research Institute has used the company''s idle computing resources to provide cloud services to 2,700 institutions and 2.38 million individuals across the United States. In mid-2004, the total revenue from main business was US$238 million and net profit was US$28.7 million."


    After Dave Direney, CEO of the Ruby Research Institute, finished speaking, Guo Shouyun gave a simple compliment, and then looked at John Roberts, the last ruby ??mall that he deliberately left behind.


    The latter understood and took out the materials that he had prepared for a long time.


    "Ruby Mall, the total transaction volume in the first half of 2004 was 27.847 billion US dollars, the total revenue in the first half of the year was 4.675 billion US dollars ~ www.novelhall.com ~ logistics business income was 2.834 billion US dollars, financial investment income was 1.273 billion US dollars, including e-commerce. The intermediary service income is US$568 million. The net profit for the half year is US$53 million. The company has total assets of US$15.78 billion and total liabilities of US$10.476 billion, of which current liabilities are US$1.672 billion.��


    "In the three major businesses of e-commerce, logistics and financial investment, there are already 21 commodities operated by e-commerce platforms, including iron ore, oil, natural gas, electricity, coal, copper ore, grain, soybean, and edible oil. 73 categories of commodities; platform revenue, legal intermediary services, logistics intermediary services, financial intermediary services, etc., accounting for 12.4% of total revenue; financial investment, including investment income based on forward agreements and short-term investments, accounting for total revenue 31.73% of the total revenue; the direct revenue of ports, terminals, shipping and other logistics accounts for 54.67% of the total revenue.��


    "In terms of logistics. As of now, the shipping department of Ruby Logistics has registered and managed 1,023 freighters of various types, with a total capacity of 1.104 million TEU, of which its own capacity accounts for 31.4%; the aviation department has registered and managed 77 cargo aircraft, of which The self-owned rate is 51.3%; the land transportation department registers and manages 97,000 trucks of various types, of which the self-owned rate is 33.4%. The terminal department currently has 103 terminal berths in 42 countries around the world, of which 37 are owned; owns warehouses and stackers There are 612 fields. Among them, there are 157 of them, with a total area of ??319,800 square meters.��

 v2 Chapter 682： Conflict at the meeting

    Chapter 682 Contradictions at the meeting


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    "The above is all the financial data and operating information of Ruby Mall in the middle of 2004." After a pause, John Roberts'' calm gaze quickly swept across the faces of the Ruby executives present.


    "Chairman, everyone! Ruby Company now has three major businesses, mainly e-commerce, intermediary services including legal consultation, logistics, and third-party guarantees; logistics, especially the income of its own logistics; income from financial investment. In the total revenue of 4.675 billion US dollars of Ruby Mall in the first half of the year, the income of e-commerce-based intermediary services is only 568 million US dollars, accounting for the lowest among the three major businesses. Compared with the head office, strictly speaking, we are not an Internet company. It��s a logistics company with internet services.��


    "In addition, in the field of e-commerce involving the Internet, Ruby Mall is mainly engaged in the transaction of bulk commodities, which is completely different from the personal-oriented Internet community services engaged in by other brother companies, and it can even be said that it is completely different. No affiliation. Since Ruby Mall was assigned to Ruby Company, we have not had any business affiliations with any of our sibling companies except in human resources.��


    After a pause, John Roberts said solemnly: "So, I think. Ruby Mall should be separated from Ruby Company and run independently! ... I hope the chairman and everyone can seriously consider and agree with my opinion."


    Not surprisingly, John Roberts'' words caused a commotion in the field. Everyone has the idea of ??being the master of the house, but bringing it up in public is another matter.


    "What do you think of John''s proposal?"


    Guo Shouyun quickly swept his eyes from the crowd, and asked in a calm tone.


    Faced with the question, the expressions of everyone present were different. The oldest Skype CEO, Mike Donner, bowed his head as if asleep. Today''s News CEO Rick Bai stares at the cup in front of him, as if something terrifying is going on inside that grabs all his attention. The CEO of YouTube, Chen Shijun, perfectly interprets the Chinese tradition of listening more and talking less. He looks calm, his eyes are on Guo Shouyun, but his mouth is tightly closed.


    PayPal CEO Peter Thiel looks like it''s not his business. Facebook CEO Eric Schmidt smiled, but no one could guess what he was thinking.


    "I object!"


    Global Fortune.com CEO Christina White raised her arm.


    "Chairman, Mr. George, everyone. Since Ruby Mall was incorporated into the company, it has received a lot of resources from the head office, especially in advertising. It not only saves money, but also gets the best recommendation position. When the mall was developing the fastest. Now that you have grown, you don��t rely on the company as much, and you want to operate independently? If this is the case, today��s news is not related to the company��s main business, can you also operate independently? Global Can Fortune Network also do it?"


    "Ms. White, I think you are exaggerating. The main business of Ruby Mall is really not related to the head office. As for today''s news and global wealth network, who doesn''t watch the news now? Who doesn''t manage money? It is because of today''s news and global wealth. The existence of Fortune.com made the LinkedIn platform more attractive to white-collar workers and the middle class. The existence of YouTube and PayPal deepened Facebook''s appeal to ordinary people and made it the most popular social platform for young people. Therefore, Ruby Mall can operate independently, but other subsidiaries do not have this need."


    Dunco Verne, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.


    "Deng Ke, I don''t think it''s a good idea to operate independently. Although Ruby Mall does have more attributes as a logistics company in terms of revenue. But in the final analysis, he is still an e-commerce website. Only if this website develops well, can it bring Derived legal, logistics, financial and other services. If the design, structure and operation of this website are too poor, then the derivative business of Ruby Mall will be affected.... As the world''s top Internet company, Ruby also has The top talents in website design, architecture and operation can continuously help Ruby Mall optimize its website content, increase its attractiveness, and increase its transaction scale and registered merchants, thereby generating a series of derivative business income. , In this regard, the Ruby Mall should not be divided!"


    Tim George''s tone was calm and his words were slow and clear.


    "Site optimization is really important. But so far, we have been doing a good job in this area. Even if there is a problem, we will seek more professional companies to cooperate with. In contrast, staying in the company, because the main business The differential understanding caused by the difference reduces the decision-making efficiency of the ruby ??website. I think the importance of efficiency is higher than the design of the website!��


    As soon as John Roberts finished speaking, everyone''s eyes focused on him. Even Rick Bai and MacDonald, who were in the old god''s presence, couldn''t help but glance at him.


    Speaking of decision-making efficiency, this is obviously giving Tim George eye drops, saying that he does not understand the business strategy of Ruby Mall.


    Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the main seat, could not help frowning, and John Roberts'' fierce reaction surprised him. This kind of completely ripped-off behavior seems to have made up his mind, completely disregarding the face of the CEO of the company, Tim George.


    Noticing the gloomy expression of Tim George next to him and the strange atmosphere in the conference room, Guo Shouyun decisively terminated the meeting. If you continue to open it, it is estimated that it will become a pot of porridge.


    "Today''s meeting will be held here first. You can go back and think about the independent operation of the Ruby Mall. Write your own opinion and give it to me tomorrow. ... The meeting is over!"


    Everyone packed up their belongings, greeted Guo Shouyun, and left the conference room.


    Looking at their backs, Guo Shouyun said in his heart, "It seems that during my absence, there have been factional disputes in the company."


    He wasn''t surprised by that either. Up to now, Ruby has developed nine subsidiaries, including LinkedIn, News Today, Global Fortune Network, Skype, YouTube, Facebook, PayPal, Ruby Mall, and Ruby Research Institute, with more than 5,000 employees and a valuation of US$45 billion. It''s a big company in every way. And the bureaucracy that big companies are accustomed to is beginning to emerge. This is especially true when the founder Guo Shouyun is not often in the company, and the second founder, Martin Alexander, has left the company.


    "Boss, do you want me to ask?" said Wang Jue, who also saw the situation just now.


    "No, now is not the time!"


    Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment and then shook his head.


    At 6 o''clock in the afternoon, the employees of the Ruby Company who had already finished get off work walked out of the Sears Building in a hustle and bustle. Of course not everyone can leave you. Those engineering positions, commonly known as code farmers engineers, also need to complete the work of the day. Although not every day ninety-six, but working overtime is also common. Of course, the company''s executives must be much more leisurely. Unless I still have things left unfinished, I get off work at six o''clock.


    Eric Schmidt had just opened the door of his Mercedes Benz, and before he could get in, the phone in his pocket rang.


    I took it out and took a look, didn''t dare to neglect, and hurriedly pressed the answer button.


    "Boss!"


    "If you have nothing to do at night, come to the Hanshan Courtyard, I will wait for you here!"


    "OK!"


    "See you soon!"


    "See you soon!"


    After hanging up the phone, Eric Schmidt pondered for a moment, then quickly started the car and came to the Hanshan Courtyard. As an executive at Ruby, he also has a membership card here.


    However, he did not enter the clubhouse of the west courtyard, but Wu Xiaojing, who was waiting there at the door, took him into the place where Guo Shouyun specially received guests in the east courtyard.


    Seeing the big boss sitting on the sofa in the living room, Eric Schmidt hurried over.


    "boss!"


    "Sit down and talk!"


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun pointed to the seat opposite him. After Eric sat down, "With your wisdom, why did I find you, you should understand in your heart?"


    "About this morning''s meeting?"


    "That''s right!...John''s words will be so fierce, I think the contradiction should not accumulate in a day."


    Eric Schmidt nodded.


    "Mr. George has always been very opposed to John''s business strategy for Ruby Mall. He hates high-debt operations. Following the rejection of Ruby Mall''s acquisition of two container terminals in Jakarta''s No. 3 area at the end of 2003, he also rejected Ruby Mall in February this year. The proposal to build 3 new 100,000-ton container ships, in March, rejected Ruby Mall''s acquisition of Western Australia Storage and Transportation Co., Ltd. rejected Ruby Mall''s investment in Huaxia Island Chenggang Qianwan Wharf in March. As a matter of fact, John and Mr. George had a big fight in the office, and the conflict between the two has become semi-public."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after thinking for a while, "I saw that Deng Ke seemed to be very supportive of John at today''s meeting. Are they familiar?"


    Eric Schmidt''s eyes flashed, "I don''t know very well. But many people in the company said that the two of them had dinner together several times, and they talked very happily."


    "Really!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun suddenly smiled, "Then do you have anyone you know well in the company?"


    "Miss Kelly is very familiar with me, and many Facebook employees are recruited by her, but many of them are not very suitable, so I often find her to adjust. Over time, the relationship will become closer!" Ke Schmidt spread his hands and smiled.


    Kelly Dorothy, Chief Human Resources Officer at Ruby.


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 v2 Chapter 683： Secret meeting with Eric

    Chapter six hundred and eighty third secret meeting Eric


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    Guo Shouyun nodded, "If you were asked to serve as the CEO of Ruby Company, how would you handle the situation today?"


    "You are referring to the issue of the independent operation of the Ruby Mall?"


    "That''s the heart of everything, isn''t it?"


    After Eric Schmidt nodded, he thought for a moment, "If it were me, I would let the Ruby Mall operate independently."


    "why?"


    "First, the business of Ruby Mall does not have much contact with other subsidiaries, and there are conditions for independent operation. Second, I don''t want one of my partners to have a guy who is always contrary to me in terms of business ideas. Unless He can justify his approach."


    "Then do you think John''s business method is right or wrong for Ruby Mall?" Guo Shouyun continued to ask.


    ��I agree with his business strategy for Ruby Mall, logistics is indeed critical to the trading of commodities. But if it were me, I would probably make the company break-even and indebted appropriately, but not the debt level of the company. More than 70%, this will seriously jeopardize the company''s financial balance and reduce the company''s ability to deal with danger. Compared with the risk of bankruptcy, I would rather let the company develop a little slower."


    This answer fell within Guo Shouyun''s expectations. Eric Schmidt is not a young entrepreneur who has just walked out of college and is fearless. He has a career of more than 20 years and has served as CEO of Sun Microsystems and Knoller.


    Sun Microsystems was once brilliant in the 1980s and 1990s. It was the most powerful technology company in Silicon Valley. It kicked Intel, punched Microsoft, and even IBM was crushed by Sun Microsystems at its peak, and almost Acquired Apple.


    It''s a pity that there are unforeseen circumstances. The founder McNealy only focuses on the enterprise-level operating system and hardware market, ignoring the personal computer. As a result, Microsoft and Intel have turned the tables. After the Nasdaq crisis dealt its fatal blow, the once-$200 billion tech giant has fallen. If all else remains the same, it will be acquired by Oracle in 2009 for $7.4 billion.


    Knoller also shares similarities with Sun Micro. It was the first company to dabble in network operating systems. In the 1980s and 1990s, it grew very rapidly and almost monopolized the entire Internet market. However, after Microsoft''s Windows software added Internet functions, Knoller''s business was affected, and it was on the verge of bankruptcy during the Nasdaq crisis.


    But even so, Knoller provides a wide range of users with the first and only technology company to obtain a C2-certified network architecture from the National Computer Center.


    In 1991, the National Computer Center established seven security levels for database systems. They are D, C1, C2, B1, B2, B3 and A1, increasing in turn. D represents minimal protection, C1 represents autonomous security protection, C2 represents controlled security protection, B1 marks security protection, B2 represents structured protection, B3 represents security domain, and A1 represents verification design.


    D-level is the lowest level, and the early personal operating systems and databases are basically this level. It only has basic operating system functions, such as file system, process scheduling, etc., and there is no special security mechanism.


    C1 provides very rudimentary autonomous security protection, enabling the separation of data and users. Some commercial systems are at this level.


    At the C2 level, although the protection level is still not high, it can be used for government departments and some medium-sized enterprises. For individuals, this is enough, or even far more.


    However, for a company, whether the products it provides can be recognized by the market, its technological advancement is often not a decisive factor. It is the king that meets the needs of the market and is humanized enough. The most famous examples are Iridium and Concorde. Satellite phone signal transmission is not subject to geographical restrictions, and the call quality far exceeds that of terrestrial base stations. But the high cost and excessive size make it unable to meet the needs of ordinary people at all.


    As a supersonic aircraft, the Concorde is far faster than the current wide-body aircraft and saves travel time. But unfortunately it is too noisy, and the passenger capacity is too small, the economy is too poor, naturally it will not be popular.


    Knoller has the same problem. But the upside is that tech companies have a wide field, not a one-shot deal like Concorde. So even if you miss the right direction of the operating system, if you just do software research and development, Knoller''s excellent scientific research ability still allows it to live comfortably. It just doesn''t have the status of dominating the world in the field of network operating system.


    After experiencing the training of these two companies, Eric Schmidt''s business style tends to be stable and orderly, just like Facebook, with the support of other Ruby companies, although it has grown rapidly, it has a solid foundation. It''s not profitable now, but it doesn''t incur too much debt.


    It can be seen that John Roberts'' aggressive business style is obviously not to his taste.


    "Eric, you should know that John is operating the Ruby Mall according to my request."


    After he nodded, "Although I may win your favor by saying something I agree with, I would like to express my opinion more clearly."


    "Then why do you think Tim has repeatedly blocked John''s investment application when he knows my business strategy for Ruby Mall?" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    At this time, Eric Schmidt had a hint of hesitation on his face.


    "It''s just the two of us here, so there''s no need for taboos."


    "No, I''m not taboo. I just don''t know how to speak."


    "Oh why?"


    "You''ll understand after I''ve said it." After a pause, Eric Schmidt continued: "Mr. George, as the business manager who has followed you the longest, has acquired shares in LinkedIn, but as Ruby''s manager, Mr. The CEO, but never got its equity. As a subsidiary of Ruby Mall, UUkanshu has the most assets and the highest level of revenue among the nine subsidiaries of Ruby. Its valuation is comparable to that of LinkedIn. Bright company."


    "If such a company operates independently. With your equity in Ruby, it is likely to have nothing to do with Ruby. This is equivalent to weakening Ruby''s assets and reducing Ruby''s future market value. As Ruby''s CEO, the future is certain For Mr. George, who will take equity in the company, this is the last thing he wants to see. Because ... it could cost him tens of millions, if not hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue."


    After a pause, Eric Schmidt shrugged, "I don''t want to be in my position in Mr. George. However, when I really have to make a choice, I will definitely let the Ruby Mall operate independently. ."


    "The reason?"


    "Forcing a company to leave a company that has already made up its mind will cause internal conflicts in the company. Internal instability will undoubtedly lead to divisions at the top of the company. How can a divided management be able to cultivate a successful company?! Therefore, let On the surface, the independence of Ruby Mall will make me lose a lot of assets that I may get in the future. But I believe more that a company that eliminates instability and is internally united can achieve greater achievements. At that time, my Profits are bound to be higher.��

 v2 Chapter 684： 4 types of real estate projects

    Chapter 684 Four types of real estate projects


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    "What do you think of his statement just now?"


    Standing on the steps, watching Eric Schmidt leave, Guo Shouyun asked in a calm tone.


    "I have followed your wishes and expressed my different views. Mr. Schmidt really has a big heart." Wang Jue replied.


    Guo Shouyun smiled. Eric Schmidt has worked hard in the workplace for more than 20 years. If he doesn''t even have this ability, he is really a waste.


    "How are you going to deal with this matter?" Wang Jue asked carefully.


    "Tim has been with me for so many years, and his face must be taken care of. And whether he is out of his own interests, or whether he really does not agree with the development strategy of Ruby Mall, or both, it is still uncertain. As for John Roberts, this guy is really pampered and arrogant. I just asked him to put forward the independent opinion of Ruby Mall at the meeting, but I didn''t ask him to force the palace. Now I don''t want to let the Ruby Mall operate independently. .Otherwise, Tim''s prestige within the company will be over, and he will not be able to lead the company in the future."


    "You''re going to fire John Roberts?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, narrowed his eyes slightly and continued: "He left, and Tim''s face has been taken care of. At that time, he will no longer oppose the independence of Ruby Mall."


    "John Roberts has worked diligently in the Ruby Mall for three years. Under his leadership, the company has grown rapidly. If he is fired like this, I am afraid it will attract criticism from the outside world." Wang Jue said.


    "He is really conscientious, but he didn''t forget to enjoy himself!" Guo Shouyun took out a folded document from his pocket and handed it to Wang Jue, "Look, this is what Will passed to me."


    Will Harrington, Director of the Information Management Department of the Secretariat. Wang Jue is not too familiar with the other party, but not unfamiliar either.


    After taking it over and briefly browsing, Wang Jue''s eyes instantly widened.


    "This...this is too much!"


    "John Roberts does have the ability, so I don''t mind him fulfilling some of his own selfish desires. I still understand the truth that when the water is clear, there are no fish, and I don''t expect all business managers, including Tim George, Egypt Rick Schmidt, Rick Bye, they are all Hai Rui with no sleeves. However, this guy, John, stuck his head over for me to chop, so I can only do it for him."


    "If John Roberts is gone, who are you going to be the CEO of Ruby Mall?" Wang Jue asked curiously.


    "Are you willing to go?" Guo Shouyun suddenly turned his head and smiled.


    "I don''t want to!"


    Wang Jue shook his head without hesitation.


    "Why? Although the debt ratio of Ruby Mall is high, its prospects are good. After it operates independently, I will invest more in it. In a few years, it will be a company with assets exceeding 10 billion yuan and a transaction volume of nearly 1,000 yuan. A billion-dollar conglomerate. You don��t want to be the CEO of such a large company, with a reputation in the global business world?��


    "Of course I do. But I know that my strength is not enough to manage such a super-large enterprise group. It is better to study with you for two more years." Wang Jue said calmly.


    Glancing at her, Guo Shouyun nodded and said nothing more.


    "Call John Roberts and ask him to come to me tomorrow morning!"


    "Yes!"


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    Back in the study, Guo Shouyun turned on the huge projector on the wall. After a while, Tang Wenfang''s figure appeared on it.


    In order to be able to keep abreast of the company''s situation when you need it, teleconferencing equipment is an indispensable thing for every core company.


    "boss!"


    "Chang''an''s project, have you been in contact with Huang?"


    "Have already been contacted."


    "How about it?"


    "The quality is very high. Nanhu Lake, also known as Qujiang Nanhu Lake, was the location of one of the eight scenic spots in Chang''an, Qushui Liujing, during the Sui and Tang Dynasties. It was just damaged after the war in the late Tang Dynasty and has not been repaired until now. However, the Chang''an Municipal Government , has drawn up a plan to build the ''Qujiang Ruins Park''. The plan is designed by academician Zhang Jinqiu, a famous architectural design master in China. Relying on the surrounding rich tourism and cultural resources, the restoration and reconstruction of Qujiang Nanhu, Qujiang Liuyin, Hanwu Historical and cultural landscapes such as springs and Huangqu Bridge reproduce the landscape and humanistic pattern of "repeated green forests and permeated green waters" in the Qujiang Pool area in history."


    "After the completion of the Qujiang Pond Relics Park and the surrounding Qujiang Hanyao Relics Park, Qin Ershi Mausoleum Relics Park, Tang City Wall Relics Park, etc., an urban ecological landscape belt of 1,500 mu will be formed. 1000 mu of residential construction land will become a real golden treasure. We can rely on this huge plot to build a large-scale urban complex integrating residence, commerce, culture, entertainment and tourism. It can even be used as a condition , and strive for larger plots and better conditions from the Chang''an Municipal Government."


    It can be seen that Tang Wenfang is very excited, and Guo Shouyun also understands her feelings. The quality of the 1,000-mu land in Nanhu is indeed very high. If it wasn''t for the infrastructure project of Daocheng Port that Hehuang wanted, if it wasn''t for the fact that they had a high-quality plot of more than 600 mu in Chang''an High-tech Zone, if it wasn''t for the fact that they had to take into account real estate projects in other cities, I''m afraid such a good construction plot Nor does it fall into the hands of Universal Real Estate.


    "The future of the Nanhu plot is bright, you can control it yourself! In addition, I have a few questions for you about the development and design of the four major mansions."


    "Please speak."


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "First of all, regarding the design of parking spaces, I know that the current housing construction requirement in Beijing is 1:0.3. But this old standard formulated in 1994 does not apply to the situation after ten or twenty years. As a residential developer, For future property managers, we have to plan ahead.��


    Guo Shouyun, who knew how nervous the parking spaces in the capital would be in the future, naturally had to plan ahead.


    "In the future, the number of parking spaces and units in the four major mansions in the country will reach 1:0.8!"


    "This...will it be too much? And our four major mansion projects are all small apartments, even single apartments. Coupled with the factor of the vacancy rate, 1:0.8 is afraid that it will cause a waste of parking spaces."


    Although she feels that the 1:0.3 parking space ratio does not meet the needs of the future development of the city. However, the decision of 1:0.8, which was nearly tripled, also exceeded Tang Wenfang''s estimation. She thinks 1:0.5 should be an appropriate number.


    "According to 1:0.8, in the future you will understand that this is not only not much, but also less."


    When more than 20 million new vehicles are added every year, the whole of China is crowded, and the value of parking spaces is truly reflected. At that time, 1:0.8 was too little. Moreover, the reorganized parking spaces will also become an unparalleled attraction for the rental houses of the four major mansions, effectively reducing the housing vacancy rate.


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun''s tone was firm, and she didn''t dare to contradict the big boss.


    "There is also a 1:0.8 parking space requirement that is only suitable for the four first-tier cities of Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen, and the remaining cities must reach 1:1."


    In first-tier cities, parking spaces are difficult, and it is even more difficult to get a license. Sometimes I can buy a car, but I can''t afford a license plate. So the 1:0.8 parking space ratio is enough. However, it is not so difficult to list new cars in cities outside the first tier, and the cars are also cheap. There should be enough natural parking spaces.


    "...In addition, including the Universal Twin Towers, the ratio of parking spaces in all our office buildings in the future will be 4 parking spaces per 100 square meters, and the parking space requirements for commercial complexes will be 5 parking spaces per 100 square meters. 1.5 parking spaces for each household.��


    At present, the standard of commercial facilities parking spaces in Huaxia is: an office building has an index of 0.5 motor vehicle spaces per 100 square meters of construction area, an index of 1.5 to 2 for an entertainment building, and 2.5 for a restaurant. Guo Shouyun directly doubled it several times.


    Tang Wenfang frowned, looking at the big boss''s tone, she did not speak after several times of hesitation. However, Guo Shouyun''s request did not end here.


    "Finally, leave enough parking space for electric vehicles. Plan according to 1:0.5."


    At this time, the annual sales of Huaxia electric vehicles have exceeded 4 million, and there will be more in the future. Guo Shouyun still remembers the dilemma that when he rented a house, because of insufficient parking spaces for electric cars, he could only put them in the corridor.


    "If this is the case, the green belt will probably be reduced in size." Tang Wenfang said.


    "We are building small-sized and single-family apartments. Accommodation and travel are the factors that need to be considered in the first place. As for greening, let''s put it aside for the time being."


    Tang Wenfang nodded.


    "Boss, there is something I want to discuss with you."


    "What''s up?"


    "The scope of our land hoarding and development should not be limited to first- and second-tier cities!" After organizing the language, Tang Wenfang continued, "On the whole, the national real estate market can be divided into four categories: first-tier, third-tier Small land plots in cities can quickly realize cash flow and have high profit margins; the second category, mid-to-high-end projects in major cities, are small in scale and can be developed in the first phase; the third category is medium-sized land belonging to target cities. The fourth category is large-scale land plots in target cities, which are in line with the company��s long-term strategic goals and can enable the company to become a regional leader in the future.��


    ����From a comprehensive perspective, our four mansion development projects in prefecture-level cities in Yunnan Province belong to the first category, pursuing cash flow and profit margins. The four major mansions in Beijing, the Rongcheng project and the Chang��an Qujiang Nanhu project belong to the fourth category. Pursue to be an urban regional leader. But we don��t currently have a second and third category of projects, and I think we should work harder on that.��


    "Mr. Tang, you know what the future positioning of our global real estate is. Although real estate development is the main business, what I want to pursue is to realize the improvement of the company''s total assets by holding real estate in core cities and relying on future house price rises, and become a national The largest real estate leasing company. So, I only need the first and fourth types of projects, the fourth is the core, the first type can provide ample cash for the construction of the fourth type of projects. As for the second and third types , we don''t need it."


    "Since you said so, then I will follow your decision." Tang Wenfang unexpectedly did not have any rebuttal.


    After Guo Shouyun thought about it, he laughed dumbly and said, "I didn''t expect that I would fall into your trap by accident."


    The so-called first-class projects are real estate investment projects in prefecture-level cities in Yunnan Province. However, in addition to Yunnan Province, Guo Shouyun did not intend to replicate in other provinces. The funds handed over to Tang Wenfang of nearly 42 billion Huaxia coins are mostly hoarding land in first- and second-tier cities, which is the fourth category of projects.


    Now that she is using the method of advancing as retreat, she is self-defeating.

 v2 Chapter 685： Global Realtys Plan

    Chapter 685 The Plan of Universal Real Estate


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    "Boss, the leverage of Huaxia''s real estate industry generally exceeds 70%. And unlike the United States, you can also withdraw funds through the sale of off-plan properties. In this case, why do we only guard the core plots of first- and second-tier cities? Like you said Yes, it is a perfect real estate development process to support the construction of first- and second-tier core blocks by collecting funds from off-plan house sales in third- and fourth-tier cities. In this way, we can not only leave more residential assets in first- and second-tier core cities for rent , but also to obtain more community properties.��


    "Boss, although property services are not as good as real estate development and housing intermediaries, they are also a powerful complement to our group''s business. In addition, real estate development always has a low ebb. When we have enough income from residential property services, we will obtain lasting capital income and effectively to make up for the deficit in real estate development.��


    "As for the shortage of personnel you are worried about. We can hand over the construction to Huaxia Real Estate Construction Corporation and professional construction companies such as Hutchison. The sales can be outsourced to specialized housing sales companies, and we only need to be responsible for design and investment. .Although the profit margin will be lower, it also saves us time and energy.��


    "You have your own ideas, and I don''t object to your plan to make a big splash in the real estate development field, but you must fulfill my requirements. ... The capital has Dongcheng, Xicheng, Chaoyang, Haidian, Fengtai, Shijingshan, six core urban areas, and the magic capital. There are Huangpu, Xuhui, Jing''an, Changning, Yangpu, Hongkou, Putuo, seven core urban areas. Pengcheng has Futian, Luohu, Nanshan, Yantian, Baoan, Longgang, six core urban areas, Yangcheng has Yuexiu, Haizhu District, Liwan, Tianhe , Baiyun, Huangpu, Nansha, seven core urban areas.��


    "Jinmen, Jinling, Wuchang, Hangzhou, Suzhou and Hangzhou, Daocheng, Fengtian, Shangdu, Tanzhou, Shancheng, Rongcheng, Chang''an, Ningcheng, Guancheng, Xinwu, Quancheng, Dalian, Chuncheng, Luzhou, Luzhou Island, a total of 20 second-tier cities, each city has 2 to 4 core urban areas, a total of 75. Counting the 26 first-tier cities, a total of 101!"


    "I require that the real estate development area of ??each core urban area is no less than 600 mu, which can be developed in a decentralized manner or concentrated together, and it can be a residential area or a commercial complex full of hotels, apartments, and shopping centers. It depends on the surrounding location factors.��


    "Currently, the land transfer price in first-tier cities is 1.6 million to 2.5 million per mu; the land transfer price in second-tier cities ranges from 400 to 1.5 million. Taking the median value, first-tier cities need 15,600 mu of land and 31.98 billion in land acquisition funds. Second-tier cities need 45,000 mu of land and 4.275 million land acquisition funds. 24 cities, 60,600 mu of land, need a total of 74.73 billion Chinese dollars. I will give you 42 billion, and then let Hanhua and Dongfang Group issue 80% for you ABS, so you can have land purchase funds of 75.6 billion Chinese dollars. The extra part can be used as a supplement to cope with emergencies. The income of Universal Group can be used as funds for land leveling and foundation construction in the early stage of the project, and subsequent construction. Funds are expected to be recovered from the sale of houses.��


    "The sale of off-plan properties can be stopped after the three-month construction investment is met. I will let Hanhua Trust and Oriental Group use the total real estate of all projects as collateral to issue a second ABS to meet the follow-up project development funds. That is to say, before the entire project is developed, you only need to withdraw half a year''s investment in project development through the sale of off-plan properties."


    "After the entire project is completed, all the ABS bonds and interest can be repaid through the income from the sale of existing houses. According to my calculations, after all the projects are completed in three to five years, the price of the property will increase by 1-1.5 times. At that time We can keep more properties and properties and maximise profits.��


    "In addition, this year, and the first year after the project starts, all net income of Universal Group will be invested in the core projects in these 24 cities. However, subsequent years, and the additional income generated by all funds circulating in the account, can Leave it for your own use."


    Now the daily interest of Huaxia deposits is as high as 2/10,000. The 42 billion funds deposited in Huaxia''s bank for one day is 8.4 million, and a month is 252 million Huaxia coins. In addition, the construction funds of the project are not all transferred to the account of the construction company at once. With such a large development project, Universal Group can completely strive for more favorable conditions for itself. There are so many things, the money saved will be very considerable, enough for Tang Wenfang to be able to work in third-tier cities.


    "Mr. Tang, as long as I complete my development plan of 101 districts and 60,600 mu within three to five years. How far the rest of Global Real Estate''s business can develop depends on your ability. I won''t ask. But there is one point, However, any real estate project developed by Global Real Estate cannot have any quality problems.��


    "clear!"


    Tang Wenfang nodded solemnly. Although the big boss has given her a lot of space to display her talents freely, the 60,600 mu and 40.36 million square meters of real estate development projects are also a huge pressure.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, stood up and walked closer to the projector.


    "I''m not a harsh and stingy boss. You can get 1.5% of the net profit as your personal return for the projects you develop yourself, and the project team can share 3.5%. As for the core projects in the 24 first- and second-tier cities, wait for them to be completed. , and after paying off all the bonds and interest, on the first year of net operating income, you get 1% and the project team gets 4%.��


    Tang Wenfang''s eyes suddenly lit up.


    If the real estate development projects covering 60,600 mu and 40.36 million square meters in 24 cities are all leased to the outside world, then the operating income of Universal Group will exceed 100 billion. The net profit will also reach tens of billions. One percent is 100 million Huaxia coins, and this is the most conservative estimate.


    A bonus of 100 million, compared to his current annual salary of 2 million, is really too much, a completely astronomical figure.


    "Thank you boss!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly, "Work hard, I will not treat any employee who has worked hard and made outstanding contributions to the company."


    "Yes!"


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say, do you have anything else to do?"


    "there is none left!"


    "Let''s go here first for this meeting. Remember what I said today."


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun cut off the contact After taking a deep breath, looking at the dim night outside the window, not only a trace of fatigue appeared on his face. Although he has done his best to hand over the day-to-day management of the company to the top executives he has hand-picked. But there are still many things that he needs to personally check every day.


    "Global Group doesn''t need to worry about it in three to five years. It just needs to pay attention to it. Although the Huaxia real estate industry is in deep water, we do not eat alone, but only share a little profit. The development volume of more than 40 million square meters is not comparable to that. Country Garden and Evergrande have a lot of land in their hands. With my background, sufficient funds, and the contacts I have built in China over the years, I think I won��t encounter too many obstacles.��


    After a pause, he rubbed his eyebrows.


    "The next step is ruby. It was a bad decision to merge the ruby ??mall into the ruby ??company! But John Roberts does need to be beaten."


    ��

 v2 Chapter 686： outside temptation

    Chapter 686 The temptation of the outside world


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    "Wow��!"


    Loud cries broke the silence of the night, and there were quarrels in this luxurious manor in Atherton.


    "Tim, why did you hit him?"


    Emily put her arms around the child and glared at her husband opposite.


    "Look, he made a mess of my study, and I can''t find many of my documents. Those are important documents that I will use for work tomorrow, important documents, understand?" Tim George said angrily.


    "Chris is only three years old and he doesn''t know anything. By comparison, you are already an adult, shouldn''t it be your responsibility to put away important documents?...Come on, Chris, let''s go out!"


    Looking at the back of his wife turning away, Tim George took a deep breath and suppressed the surging anger on his face.


    "Huh...! What''s wrong with me?...Tingling."


    Hearing the ringing of the phone, he turned around and took the phone on his desk into his hand. However, when he saw the caller ID, there was a hint of hesitation on his face. After hesitating for a while, he pressed the answer button.


    "Hey!"


    "Mr. George, I heard that you were offended by your subordinates at the morning meeting?" A thick, hoarse voice rang on the phone.


    "How did you know?" Tim George''s face changed.


    "At Ruby, you''re not the only person we know!"


    "If that''s the case, why did you come to me?"


    "As a veteran who has followed Bruce Guo since the beginning of his business, and has been in charge of LinkedIn and the later Ruby Company, you know his development strategy and industry layout best. We need such a you to help us run the company."


    "You can''t buy ruby ??and end up trying to create the same, is that possible?" Tim George quipped.


    "Mr. George has no confidence in his abilities?"


    Tim George instantly fell silent. Does he have confidence in himself? Of course, there is no doubt about that. But if compared to the figure that shrouded the Ruby Company from beginning to end, like a giant pillar, he really didn''t have the slightest confidence that he would be stronger than the other party.


    The man behind the phone apparently sensed the change in his mood, too.


    "Mr. George, although Ruby is developing very well, the future is also highly anticipated. But people will think that it is the credit of Bruce Guo. As for you, you are just an ordinary executor. No one will care that you have worked hard for Ruby all these years. How precious is the hard work and dedication for the development of the company. Even Bruce Guo doesn''t care, otherwise you wouldn''t have gotten even a share of Ruby''s original stock up to now."


    "Before the company goes public, it will receive equity rewards, and he has never broken his promise." Tim George said coldly.


    "Really? If Ruby is not listed for six years, seven years, or even longer, are you willing to wait? Not to mention the variables in the middle, when the top executives of other Internet companies are already worth billions and enter the upper class, You''re still waiting for the company to go public with a salary of $1.2 million a year, and you may even be kicked out of the company at some stage. Gee... Your loyalty is really cheap, Mr. George."


    Tim George''s face changed, showing his inner restlessness.


    "��we''re on a much better deal by comparison. Not only is the salary of $2 million a year, but you''re also getting 5% of the original stock. Plus, you''re getting plenty of financial support. And, you know, Our energy is no worse than Bruce Guo, and we even surpass him in terms of connections."


    "I''m sorry. I was very happy at Ruby Company, and I have no idea of ??changing jobs. You should go to someone else!" After thinking for a while, Tim George refused.


    "The position of CEO of Ruby Company is really worth nostalgic. But I hope Mr. George can give more consideration to our conditions. We look forward to your joining at any time!"


    Tim George put down the phone, a gloomy look on his normally calm face.


    ��


    "Boss, this is the progress of the Huaxia Island City Qianwan project."


    After taking a brief look, Guo Shouyun asked, "How much share do we estimate we can get?"


    "It''s hard to get over 10 percent," John Roberts replied.


    "so little?"


    "The investment scale of the Qianwan Wharf project is huge. Daocheng Port Group hopes to bring more international routes through cooperation. So they will expand the scope of cooperation as much as possible. Together with Hutchison Group, the five parties share 49% of the equity, and 10% is the most likely outcome.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, put down the document in his hand, and looked at the man sitting across from him.


    "From the time when the company was a Pacific Commodity Trading website to the current Ruby Mall, you have been the CEO of the company. By now, it should have been three years!"


    "Three years and two months," John Roberts replied.


    Although he didn''t know the purpose of the big boss''s question, looking at his deep eyes, John Roberts was inexplicably a little flustered.


    "Three years and two months. The company has grown from a pure Internet company with less than $1 billion in assets and more than 50% debt to the present with a total transaction volume of more than $50 billion, total assets of $15.7 billion, and net assets of $5.29 billion. As a comprehensive enterprise group in e-commerce, logistics, intermediary services, financial investment and other businesses, you have indeed contributed greatly.��


    "This is also thanks to your strong support, boss."


    Having said that, John Roberts had a smug look on his face.


    "I see your efforts, and I don''t intend to give you less rewards. But... this does not mean that you can use your power to violate the company''s rules and regulations and act recklessly!"


    "Boss, I have never abused my private power...!"


    Just as John Roberts was about to defend himself, he was interrupted by a document bag thrown by Guo Shouyun.


    "Look for yourself! ... You maintain an ambiguous relationship with the company''s female staff. For the sake of your significant contribution to the company, I will not hold you accountable. But you openly used your private power without going through the personnel department. I have to say that you are really a reliable lover. But as the CEO of the company, where do you put the company��s interests?��


    "Also, I made three orders and five declarations that the company''s management should be concise and efficient. What''s the result? I used the company''s finances to buy senior members of the country club; in the name of maintaining customer relationships, I bought various high-end products, but I ended up getting rich! In order to avoid attracting my attention, you must have bought luxury cars and private jets with public funds, right?"


    "Old... Boss, this is Tim George''s slander, he is a blatant slander!" John Roberts said with a pale face and stern anger.


    "Tim George? How do you know this is his slander against you?" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "The whole company knows that I don''t deal with him. As early as when I was the executive president and chief operating officer of LinkedIn, I had conflicts with him. Now, he is using his power blatantly, ignoring your explanations, the chairman, repeatedly. Rejected Ruby''s investment in the logistics sector. Our conflict has been made public, so he is openly slandering me, and he is the only one who wants me to leave the company."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I know it''s a good choice to divide the relationship between me and Tim, and to distract me from your crap. However, who told you that these things were given to me by Tim? Besides, Do you really think what you''ve done can stand the test?"


    With that said, Guo Shouyun opened his drawer, took out a few CDs, put them on the computer and turned the screen toward John Roberts.


    "Look at it for yourself, your old lovers have already sold you for their own benefit."


    Looking at the images flashing on the computer screen, John Roberts'' face became even paler in an instant, but he soon became furious.


    "This **** bitch, I''m so good to her!"


    Looking at the hysterical John Roberts, Guo Shouyun frowned slightly.


    "Don''t splash on me."


    If John Roberts was struck by lightning, the fury on his face disappeared, and he quickly turned around and said: "Boss, I know I''m wrong, please give me another chance, I will run the company wholeheartedly, and never make the same mistake again. , please!"


    "If you take the initiative to admit your mistake when you see that document, maybe I''ll consider giving you another chance. But now it''s too late." After a pause, "It seems that you have done a lot for the company. For your contribution, you can receive an extra three months'' salary. As for your bad things, I will not publish them to the outside world. You can resign yourself!"


    After being stunned for a while, John Roberts looked extremely ugly, and said solemnly: "Did you choose Tim George and give up on me?"


    "You gave up yourself It has nothing to do with anyone!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "Myself? Hehe, I don''t believe Tim George has done anything against corporate law."


    "This is where he is better than you." After a pause, "In terms of management ability, the two of you are on a par. But compared to you, he understands the distinction between public and private, and never uses public power to satisfy his own desires. !...Okay, you can go!"


    After John Roberts opened his mouth, he turned around in dismay and walked towards the door.


    "You''re going to regret quitting me. And Tim George would never be a submissive guy, he''s an Orwellian guy at heart."


    After leaving this sentence, John Roberts opened the door and walked out.


    Looking at his lost back, Guo Shouyun''s face became more complicated.


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 v2 Chapter 687： Chief Operating Officer

    Chapter 687 Chief Operating Officer


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    Three days later, another senior office meeting of Ruby Company. Guo Shouyun, who was sitting on the main seat, clearly noticed the impact of John Roberts'' voluntary resignation. Compared with the previous mid-year meeting, the atmosphere was a bit depressing.


    Everyone glanced at Guo Shouyun and Tim George''s faces from time to time, but the calm expressions of the two did not reveal any secrets they expected to see.


    "I believe everyone has heard that Mr. John Roberts, the CEO of Ruby Mall, voluntarily resigned. I have agreed. I wish him a better future in his new job." Guo Shouyun said.


    Everyone looked at each other, although they all wanted to know what happened behind this. But seeing the big boss''s face, it was wise not to ask.


    "I have read all the opinions on whether the Ruby Mall is independent or not submitted by everyone these days. Most people tend to let the Ruby Mall, which has little to do with the company''s business, operate independently. Therefore, I have followed suit and officially notified that from From this moment on, Ruby Mall operates independently and no longer has any affiliation with Ruby Company."


    Hearing this news, most of the people present looked at Tim George subconsciously. But the latter''s calm face did not reveal much information.


    "I agree with the boss''s decision!"


    In the surprised eyes of everyone, Tim George was the first to speak.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I have always believed that the company''s business should be kept pure, and only with sufficient understanding will we not make wrong decisions at critical moments. Ruby is an Internet-based company, and e-commerce is not ours. The main business of Ruby is not logistics, nor is finance. Therefore, the independent operation of Ruby Mall is a good thing for improving the purity and future development of Ruby.��


    Everyone nodded in agreement. At the same time they understood. The independent operation of Ruby and the voluntary resignation of John Roberts were an exchange between the big boss and Tim George.


    I fired John Roberts, who was in conflict with you, and upheld your majesty as Ruby''s CEO in front of all corporate executives. You should also take the initiative to take a step back and agree to the independent operation of Ruby Mall.


    "Boss, since John Roberts has voluntarily resigned, do we need our personnel to be responsible for the selection of the CEO of Ruby Mall?"


    Carrie Dorothy, Ruby''s director of human resources, said.


    "No, I''ll take care of it myself!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head. Ruby Mall is no longer a small company. As its CEO, not only must he have sufficient Internet thinking, but he also requires a certain understanding of logistics and finance. This candidate will not be decided in a short time. Also, he doesn''t plan to choose from within the Ruby Company, especially until something is finalized.


    "Will the Ruby Mall listing work continue?"


    asked Dunco Verne, executive vice president and chief financial officer of Ruby.


    "Stop for now, wait until the new CEO of the company takes office, and then start again. In addition, Ruby Company will not pay any more attention to this matter."


    Hearing this sentence, the expressions of most people, including Tim George, changed a little.


    There is no doubt that after the independent operation of Ruby Mall, its shares no longer belong to Ruby Company, but to many charitable funds under Guo Shouyun. This is equivalent to directly cutting off a large chunk of Ruby''s assets, which directly affects the company''s valuation and stock price when it goes public in the future, which is equivalent to reducing their equity in disguise.


    Although they didn''t want to, they couldn''t change the big boss''s decision. Because at present almost all the equity of Ruby Company is in the hands of Guo Shouyun. Although the equity incentive plan for them to share the company''s interests has been signed, it involves financing before listing, so the shares have not yet fallen into their hands.


    "Boss, there is no problem with the independent operation of Ruby Mall. But in fact, it can still be placed under the Ruby Company''s banner, which will also facilitate the sharing of website resources between the two parties." Christina White said cautiously.


    "I think you are wrong." Guo Shouyun said with a smile after quickly swiping over everyone''s faces, "I let Ruby Mall operate independently, and it is not under the control of Ruby Company, which does not mean that I will put Ruby Company in Ruby Mall. All the shares of the company are divided. In the future, Ruby Company will appear on the board of directors of Ruby Mall as an institutional shareholder. Ruby Company can also share the benefits of the listing of Ruby Mall and its future development.��


    Down to an ordinary family, up to a country, including a company. As long as you are in a group, if you want your decision to pass, the best way is to unite the majority and attack the least.


    Guo Shouyun wants to maintain the stability of Ruby''s management, and naturally it is impossible to make corporate decisions that everyone is opposed to, unless it is related to the life and death of the company. So, the way to completely cut the ruby ??mall from the assets of the ruby ??company. Not even if he could. After all, he is only the chairman of the company, and the day-to-day management of the company relies on the presence of professional managers. Maintaining everyone''s centripetal force towards the company is more important than the simple asset issue.


    Sure enough, after he finished speaking, the atmosphere in the field was obviously relaxed!


    "In addition to dealing with the ruby ??mall in today''s meeting, I have another news to announce."


    Everyone''s attention returned to him again.


    "From the end of 2002 to the present, within a year and a half, Facebook''s registered users have exceeded 120 million. Among them, there are 34.5 million US users and 86.5 million international users. The monthly page views are 34 billion. And in the process of the company''s development , has always maintained a financial balance, and created a profit of $1.8 million last month. Comprehensively evaluating various values ??such as development time, debt, number of registrations, fund usage, revenue, etc., Facebook has achieved a year and a half. The performance ranks first among the nine subsidiaries of Ruby. So, in recognition of Facebook employees, I decided to double the bonus for all Facebook employees this year. In addition, Facebook CEO Eric Schmidt also serves as the head of the company. Operations Officer. Let''s congratulate Mr. Schmidt."


    Under the leadership of Guo Shouyun, everyone applauded. It''s just that everyone''s expressions are different. There is admiration, jealousy, and dissatisfaction.


    Eric Schmidt''s abilities have been demonstrated through Facebook''s development over the past year and a half. He became the company''s chief operating officer and no one said much. It just jumped to become the third person within the company after Guo Shouyun and Tim George. His promotion made Tim George feel a little worried, and it also made Dunco Verne, executive vice president and CFO, unhappy. Originally he was the company''s No. 3 person, but now Eric Schmidt, who entered the company later, has climbed on his head.


    "Thank you for the trust of the chairman, I will do my best to help the company achieve better development!"


    Eric Schmidt, the former CEO of Sun Micro and Knoller, has seen too much wind and waves. So in the face of people''s eyes with different meanings, he can handle it calmly.


    "That''s exactly why I made you COO of the company!  ��Okay, please take a seat!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    After Eric Schmidt sat down again, Guo Shouyun continued: "Okay, I''ve finished all the questions I want to talk about today, any of you still have business?"


    After everyone looked at each other, no one spoke again.


    "Since it''s all right, let''s adjourn the meeting. Come to my office, Tim."


    After greeting Tim George, Guo Shouyun walked out of the conference room in the eyes of everyone.


    "boss!"


    "sit!"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the opposite side of the sofa in the reception area of ??his chairman''s office. After Tim George sat down, "I remember when we first met, it was like this, a cup of tea, you sat across from me."


    "At that time, it was just in time for the Nasdaq crisis, and two-thirds of the Internet companies in Silicon Valley went bankrupt. If you didn''t hire me at that time, I''m afraid I might have left the Internet industry, and I wouldn''t be where I am today." Tim George said with a hint of emotion in his tone.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "At that time, Ruby was still LinkedIn, and LinkedIn was just established. The number of registrations was only 100,000, and the business was only professional social networking, and it couldn''t even make a profit. ... And five years later, Ruby has already It has eight subsidiaries and is an unparalleled giant in the global Internet social field, comparable to giants such as Yahoo, Amazon, AOL, Microsoft, etc. The company''s valuation has also increased from less than 500,000 US dollars at the beginning to nearly 40 billion now. ."


    After a pause, he looked at Tim George, who showed a hint of emotion in his expression.


    "...Tim, the company can achieve its current achievements, and no one can ignore your contribution!"


    "You''re over the top What really matters to a business is strategic decision-making and funding. Without you at the helm and always investing in Ruby''s growth, we wouldn''t be where we are today. ."


    "So we''re ''willing to meet'' and we have built a great company together?!" Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "I''m just acting on your baton," Tim George said modestly.


    Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Tim, your most valuable qualities are modesty and prudence. However, I will not ignore your contribution to the company. When the company goes public, I will not be stingy with your share of the income."


    Nodding, after a moment of silence, Tim George suddenly raised his head and asked, "Boss, when are you going to let Ruby Company go public as a whole?"


    "Why, can''t you wait to lead a listed company?" Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed.


    "No. I just want to know more about the company''s long-term plans."

 v2 Chapter 688： Blackrock and Carlyle

    Chapter 688 Blackstone and Carlyle


    ��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, thought for a moment and said, "If nothing else happens, the Ruby Company will be listed at the end of 2006."


    "End of 2006?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Why this time?"


    "Because during this time period, subsidiaries such as Facebook and YouTube have been able to generate enough exciting profits. Subsidiaries such as Today''s News and Global Fortune Network have also achieved considerable development, and it is in the company''s interest to go public at this time." Guo Shouyun said.


    "I see!" Tim George nodded.


    Glancing at him, Guo Shouyun pushed a box beside him to the opposite of him.


    "open to take a look!"


    After nodding, Tim George opened the brocade box in front of him, and took out a palm-sized jade carving. The jade carvings were in the shape of a boy holding a lotus flower and a girl holding a box.


    "How is it, do you like it?"


    "Great! But does it have a name?"


    Looking at his questioning eyes, Guo Shouyun explained: "This jade carving is called ''Hehe Erxian'', which symbolizes the harmonious coexistence of family and husband and wife in oriental culture. It is a gift I brought back to you and Emily from Huaxia. I forgot to give it to you last time we met."


    "Thank you, Bruce!"


    In private, the two call each other by their first names, representing the closeness of their relationship.


    "As long as you''re satisfied." After a pause, Guo Shouyun said with deep meaning, "Tim, it''s already July 2004, and it''s not far from the launch of Ruby at the end of 2006. I hope we will stand together then. Ring the bell on the Nasdaq."


    "Of course, I''m looking forward to that moment too!"


    Guo Shouyun gave him a deep look and nodded with a smile.


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say. You can leave now with my present."


    "I can''t wait to share this wonderful gift with Emily."


    With that said, Tim George stood up.


    "By the way, if you have time in the evening, bring Emily to my house for dinner. Wendy hasn''t seen her best friend for a long time."


    "OK!"


    After sending Tim George out of the office, Guo Shouyun squinted slightly at the back of him leaving, and said to himself, "I have already given you the answer, I hope you don''t make a mistake!"


    Back at the desk, opened the safe, took out a stack of documents, flipped through it again, turned on the shredder, and put it in.


    As the pieces of paper fell like snowflakes, Guo Shouyun''s expression became a little more uncertain.


    ��


    "Boss, this is the newspaper this morning!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took the newspaper in Wu Xiaojing''s hand and flipped through it briefly, then frowned immediately.


    On the front page of the "San Francisco Chronicle" it was written: ''John Roberts resigns as Ruby''s top management changes. ��


    The content of the article turned the departure of John Roberts into a political struggle for power and profit at the top of Ruby. This news writer named John Hurley does have some literary talent. The whole press release is full of flowers, coupled with people''s long-term attention to Ruby Company, Guo Shouyun can almost predict the impact of this article.


    However, now that the Ruby Company has become a general trend in the field of Internet social networking, as long as it does not make a fool of itself, no one can threaten its status. For Guo Shouyun, who has been reborn for more than ten years and has seen how various Internet companies are torn apart, naturally he will not make major mistakes in business operations.


    After briefly browsing the newspaper, Guo Shouyun put it aside.


    "Is there any results for the information I asked you to collect?"


    Wu Xiaojing nodded and put the two documents in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "This is a profile of the world''s major terminal operators. This is a profile of the world''s major shipping companies."


    "Let it go!"


    After Wu Xiaojing put the information in Guo Shouyun''s hand, "Boss, do you want to carry out mergers and acquisitions in the shipping industry?"


    "Do not!"


    After shaking his head, he looked at the curious woman beside him, "Although the core of Ruby Mall is Internet e-commerce, its main business is logistics, especially shipping. I know about e-commerce, but I know almost nothing about logistics. Now Ruby The mall has no CEO, of course I have to find a qualified manager for it.��


    "From these terminal operators and shipping company CEOs?"


    "I want to see which company develops well. As its CEO, the ability of the company''s core operators must be very good. Such a person is also suitable for the CEO of our Ruby Mall."


    "Are you going to poach?" Wu Xiaojing was a little surprised.


    "Can''t you?"


    "Of course not, I''m just curious."


    "Okay, go out and get busy!" Guo Shouyun nodded and waved at her.


    "Yes!"


    ��


    However, Guo Shouyun didn''t watch it for long, and the phone ringing that he suddenly remembered interrupted his thoughts.


    "Steve, why do you have time to call me?"


    "Bruce, the issue of Google''s investment has dragged on for too long, and I think it''s time we talk about it and fix it!" Blackstone CEO Steve Schwartzman said on the phone.


    "Okay! But if you''re on the same terms last time, I don''t think we need to waste each other''s time."


    "We can make one step, but I hope you can consider our long-term cooperation and make certain concessions."


    "I can take a step back on the basis of mutual benefit, but if you want me to suffer. Steve, even if we are good friends, I will not agree!"


    "Didn''t we already know each other very clearly in the previous negotiation?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "The meeting place is in the Hanshan Courtyard, at 7:00 pm. As for David, please let me know. I believe the connection between you must be very close."


    David Rubinstein, CEO of The Carlyle Group. The Carlyle Group and Blackstone Group were the two PEs selected by Guo Shouyun before Google went public. They were chosen not because Google needed money, but because of the Carlyle Group''s deep political connections and Blackstone''s extraordinary influence on Wall Street. Having them in the shareholder list can not only enhance the confidence of shareholders, but also facilitate the future development of Google.


    Originally in this PE financing list, there were also KKR and Apollo Global Management Company, but they were later deleted by Guo Shouyun. It is enough to have him behind Google, as well as the Carlyle Group and Blackstone to **** them, and there is no need for another person to share the benefits.


    "We''ll be there on time!"


    "See you tonight!"


    "See you tonight!"


    Hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun pondered for a while, then cleaned up the documents on the table.


    "Go to Google with me!"


    Wu Xiaojing nodded quickly and followed him out of the study.


    Mountain View, Google headquarters. It was originally an industrial park, but it has now been bought by Google as the company''s headquarters in Silicon Valley.


    Guo Shouyun had already been here when he came back from the magic capital last time. But that was half a month ago. Google''s development is changing with each passing day, and half a month is enough to see the difference. Especially those newly recruited employees, many of whom he did not know.


    Greeting old employees along the way, Guo Shouyun knocked on Larry Page''s office. The latter became Google''s CEO after Guo Shouyun left the company''s daily management and was only in charge of strategic planning.


    "Bruce?"


    "Larry, you look a lot fatter than before!" Guo Shouyun walked over with a smile.


    "Really? Have I eaten too much this month?"


    Talking and laughing, Larry Page stepped forward and hugged Guo Shouyun.


    "I heard you''re going to be a dad again, congratulations, man!"


    "Thank you. You have to hurry up too. I''m still waiting for you to become in-law in the future!"


    Larry Page shrugged and said helplessly: "I also want to get married, but unfortunately not every girl is suitable!"


    "Where''s Marissa? Haven''t you been talking all the time?"


    "She''s too strong!" Larry Page shook his head. "Don''t talk about me. You are so busy that you rushed to the company, didn''t you think you came here to see me?"


    "Looking at you is only part of it. What''s more important is Google''s listing talks!"


    "Have the Carlyle Group and Blackstone responded?"


    Larry Page was shocked and asked quickly.


    "Well! They promised to take a step back. But the specific conditions will not be known until we meet tonight."


    "What time is it at night?"


    "Seven o''clock! Cold Mountain Courtyard."


    "I''m going to call Sergey!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and sat down on the sofa in the reception area next to him. Not long after, Sergey Brin, who got the news, hurriedly pushed the door and walked in.


    "Bruce, Larry!"


    "Sergey, long time no see!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, and the two embraced.


    "It''s been a long time indeed. But what about my gift, what about the ''Beijing relying on duck'' that you promised to bring me from Huaxia?"


    Didn''t correct Sergey Brin''s pronunciation of ''Beijing Roast Duck'' because it was bound to be a big project, and even if it were corrected, the guy would be back to his old ways again next time. Guo Shouyun, who has had several experiences, has long since given up. But what surprised him was that Sergey, a guy who likes to eat fat ducks and is a workaholic, is still so thin.


    "It''s in my car. I''ll take it to your house when I''m done with my business at night!"


    "Thanks, Bruce. You really are my best friend!"


    "If I can get your compliment, it''s not in vain for me to make a trip to the capital to buy these 20 roast ducks." After a pause, he patted his shoulder, "Sit down, tonight is a big day. It''s directly related. When the company goes public, we need to discuss countermeasures in advance.��


    "You know, I''m not good at this, you can decide with Larry." With that, Sergey sat down on the sofa next to him.


    Compared to Larry Page, who has a certain management talent. Sergey Brin is the kind of pure tech guy, technically brilliant, and doing things emotionally. His office is full of things, basketballs, ping pong rackets, skateboards, Rubik''s cubes, paddles, and models of Japanese geisha.


    Of course, all of this isn''t all Sergey Brin likes, it''s his booty.


    Google organizes an outdoor outreach campaign every once in a while. Basketball, golf, boating, rock climbing, etc., in order to increase everyone''s participation, relax tension, and improve work efficiency, some gadgets will be specially prepared as prizes. Guo Shouyun also participated several times, winning a boxing glove and a water bottle.


    "Sergey, as one of the three founders of the company, don''t be lazy!" Larry Page said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Sit down and listen. If there is anything we didn''t expect, you can also give your opinion."


    "Okay! But you better not expect too much from me." Sergey Brin shrugged.


    The three have known each other for almost five years, and they already know each other very well. So seeing him like this, Guo Shouyun and Larry Page didn''t say anything more.


    "The reason why Blackstone Group and Carlyle Group took the initiative to speak this time is that they know our interim financial report this year!" Larry Page said.


    "Our interim earnings report is only a week old, how did they know?" Sergey asked.


    "Among all the unlisted Internet companies in Silicon Valley now, in addition to Ruby, Google is the most valuable and most anticipated, and it is also the focus of attention of major investment companies and financial institutions. Coupled with the connections and influence of Blackstone and Carlyle Group , it''s just too easy for them to find a senior inside the company who is willing to inform them."


    Larry Page nodded in agreement.


    "We should find out this leaker!" Sergey said angrily.


    "It''s useless. There are more than 30 executives who participated in the company''s 2004 interim report, and it''s too much work to find out. And it''s just a temporary solution. As long as Blackstone and The Carlyle Group are willing to make an offer, even if we clear this, There will be another one in the future." Larry Page shook his head and said.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Actually, this is a good thing to some extent. If it wasn''t for the leak of information, Blackstone and the Carlyle Group would not have taken the initiative to find us. Now that they come to the door themselves, the initiative is in our hands. Today In the evening negotiations, we can negotiate more favorable terms for Google.��


    Larry Page and Sergey Brin nodded in agreementBruce, if we continue to negotiate, do we still stick to the last terms? '' asked Larry Page.


    "In the two quarters of 2004, Google''s revenue has exceeded 3.78 billion US dollars, and its net profit has reached 423 million US dollars. In terms of the 30-40 times price-earnings ratio that is commonly used by Nasdaq Internet companies, Google''s valuation should be 270. Between $100 million and $36 billion. We start from high and gradually compress the price. But our bottom line is $30 billion, and Google��s valuation must not be lower than $30 billion.��


    "What if they don''t agree?" Larry Page asked after a moment of thought.


    "They will definitely agree. Otherwise, Google will become more and more dazzling, and their competitors will become more and more. The Carlyle Group and Blackstone want to get Google''s PE qualification, and the price paid is also It''s going to get bigger."


    Looking at his confident expression, Larry Page and Sergey Brin nodded. Over the years, Guo Shouyun''s judgment has never been wrong. Therefore, they are also accustomed to relying on his opinions on such major decisions.

 v2 Chapter 689： Googles financing talks

    Chapter 689: Google''s Financing Negotiations


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    At seven o''clock in the evening, in the West Garden of the Hanshan Courtyard, Guo Shouyun reserved the banquet area for himself. Compared with the brightly lit East Garden, which has become the most famous private club in San Francisco and even the entire western United States, the West Garden is much quieter. As for the secretariat in the backyard, although the lights are also bright, it is much quieter.


    "Bruce!"


    "Steve, David!"


    Looking at Steve Schwarzman and David Rubinstein who strode after getting out of the car, Guo Shouyun greeted them with a smile and hugged them.


    "I heard you''re going to be a dad again, congratulations!" Steve Schwartzman laughed.


    "Thank you! When the child is born, be sure to invite the two of you to a glass of wedding wine!"


    "Okay, then we can wait!"


    "Larry, Sergey, long time no see...!"


    After a few simple chats, the two greeted Larry Page and Sergey Brin behind, and a group of five came to the pre-arranged reception room.


    "Steve, David, everyone''s purpose is very clear, in order to avoid wasting precious time, let''s start directly?" Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "Of course, I don''t like wasting time either!" David Rubinstein said.


    Steve Schwarzman nodded in agreement.


    "That''s good!"


    After speaking, Guo Shouyun gave Larry Page a wink next to him. The latter meeting, walked to the projector that had been erected next to it, and opened the PPT about Google on the computer.


    "Google was founded in 1998 and currently has more than 2,500 employees worldwide, with an interface available in more than 100 languages, displaying search results in 35 languages, and a database of 3 billion web documents, enabling users to access a database containing more than 80 It has indexed hundreds of millions of websites, and provides back-end web page query services to other directory indexes and search engines such as Ruby, Amazon, and AOL.


    "At present, Google has three types of businesses: keyword advertising services, affiliate website advertising services, and cloud computing services. From 2001 to the present, Google has grown at a rate of 234% per piece, and achieved 37.8% in the two quarters of 2004. Revenue of US$ 423 million and net profit of US$ 423 million, a quarterly increase of nearly 25%. With the gradual penetration of Internet applications and promotion, Google''s development has a trend of faster and faster."


    "From the perspective of revenue structure, Google''s website itself, the advertising revenue obtained by Google''s related network sites around the world, and cloud computing are the main sources of Google''s operating income. At the same time, product licensing rights and other businesses also make Google''s business Income has been harvested. From 2003 to 2004, while Google''s own website supported Google''s main income, Google''s worldwide network site business gradually expanded, and its proportion in the income structure increased from 24% in 2002. % increased to 39% in 2004. In 2003, cloud computing and big data services gradually grew, and now account for 12% of Google''s revenue structure."


    "In addition to revenue, changes in Google''s total assets show a trend of rapid development. In 2001, the total assets were 287 million US dollars, and in 2004, it increased to 4.313 billion US dollars. Among them, Google''s real assets also increased from 54 million in 2002. USD increased to $379 million in 2004."


    "Google''s operating cash flow nearly quadrupled between 2001 and 2003, with operating cash flow of $255 million, $595 million, and $1.177 billion in three years, respectively. In the two quarters of 2004, it was $1.435 billion. For the full year, operating cash flow is expected to be $3.058 billion."


    "Regarding the IPO, Google''s net profit in the two quarters of 2004 was $3.78 billion, with a net profit of $423 million. Calculated at a price-earnings ratio of 40 times the Nasdaq large Internet company, it should be valued at $37 billion. Google plans to use 500 million total shares, Issued 80 million shares to the capital market and raised $5.92 billion."


    "In addition to consolidating the original web search and enterprise service businesses, half of the funds raised will be used for big data, digital imagery and satellite positioning services to help companies obtain more accurate data for development, and to help individuals obtain access to the United States and Canada. , Australia and other countries, and all Google Maps users to get accurate location information."


    After Larry Page finished his introduction, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "You two, this is the current status of Google and some plans for future development. If you have any questions, you can ask them now."


    "$37 billion is the market value of Google''s IPO? Have you talked to Phoenix and Merrill?"


    Bank of Phoenix, Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch are the underwriters of Google''s listing. The former is fine, after all, it is Guo Shouyun''s own company, but David Rubinstein really doubts whether Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch can accept such a high valuation of Google.


    In his impression, Stan O''Neal is not a generous person, and Goldman Sachs CEO Blank Fein is even more calculating.


    "They took it, and they had to take it. Otherwise, I''d just hand over the entire underwriting of Google''s listing to Phoenix."


    If he hadn''t reached an agreement with Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch before, he would not be willing to share with each other even 25% of Google''s listing of such big fat.


    After David Rubinstein and Steve Schwartzman looked at each other, the latter said, "If that''s the case, what price can we get if we raise money?"


    "$38 per share, 20 million shares each." Guo Shouyun said without hesitation.


    "Bruce, are you kidding me? We talked for a year, and the two sides agreed to take a step back, but you gave us this condition?" David Rubinstein wanted to vent his dissatisfaction.


    "Bruce, your listing price is $40, if we invest 20 million shares at $38, and even if you go public, how much can we make? $40 million? We''ll do it ourselves To meet you in San Francisco, just to make $40 million, The Carlyle Group and Blackstone will become the laughing stock of Wall Street and even the global financial world." Steve Schwartzman said seriously.


    Guo Shouyun took two pieces of toilet paper from the table, and calmly wiped the spittle that was sprayed on his face by the two of them. He has been in the business world for nearly five years, and he has seen a lot of wind and waves, and he has also experienced business negotiations with rolling up his sleeves and fighting. The dissatisfaction between the two was as early as he expected, so there was no fluctuation in his heart.


    "Then according to the opinions of the two of you, what kind of conditions do you want?"


    "At $30 per share, Blackstone and Carlyle each receive 50 million shares of original Google stock."


    David Rubinstein nodded in agreement.


    "If this is the condition given by the two of you taking a step back, then our negotiation today can be declared over." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Bruce, from 2003 to now, Blackstone and Carlyle''s investment talks with Google have dragged on for a year. Now everyone doesn''t want to continue wasting time. So, there''s no need to test each other. Let''s be direct. What do you want? How much?" Steve Schwartzman asked.


    "The same thing is what I want to ask, how much do Blackstone and Carlyle want to pay?"


    "$35 per share, 50 million shares!"


    After Guo Shouyun thought for a moment, "$35 is acceptable, but 50 million shares are too many, at most 22 million shares."


    Google''s original shares are too precious, and every share is worth fighting for. In the same way, Steve Schwarzman and David Rubinstein understand. Soon, the living room became a battleground for the three of them to compete.


    With the extension of time, the content of the agreement is gradually determined.


    Blackstone and Carlyle each received 32 million original shares of Google at a price of $35 per share. At the same time, the three parties agreed to take out 15% and 75 million shares as an equity incentive plan for the management, and the board of directors composed of the three parties will decide how to allocate it.


    Regarding the board of directors, Guo Shouyun serves as chairman, Larry Page and Sergey Brin serve as executive directors, and Blackstone and The Carlyle Group each appoint a non-executive director to the company''s board of directors.


    With the signing of the contract, Google''s shareholding distribution has also changed, with Blackstone and The Carlyle Group each owning 6.4%. Harvey Morgan was reduced from 3% to 2.62%; Larry Page and Sergey Brin''s shares were reduced from 39% to 34.01%; Guo Shouyun''s shareholding was reduced from 57.95% to 50.65% .


    If you take out another 75 million shares to reward management. Then everyone''s holdings will be reduced again, Blackstone and Carlyle Group will be reduced to 5.44%, Harvey Morgan will be reduced to 1.69%, Larry Page and Sergey Brin''s holdings will be reduced to 28.91% , Guo Shouyun''s shareholding will also be reduced to 43.05%.


    In addition, if 80 million shares are to be issued in the listing, then the management shareholding will be reduced to 12.6%; Blackstone and Carlyle will be reduced to 4.57%; Harvey Morgan will be reduced to 1.42%; Larry Page and Sergey Boo Lin will be reduced to 24.29%; Guo Shouyun''s shareholding will be reduced to 36.16%!


    According to the contract signed by both parties , the company has 180 days after listing, which is a half-year lock-up period. Within half a year, there will be no change in this shareholding structure.


    In addition, according to the initial investment agreement, 12.05% of Guo Shouyun''s 36.16% shares are Class B shares without voting rights. In this way, only 24.11% of the shares that can really support his exercise of power on Google''s board of directors.


    As soon as Google went public, his stake in the company nearly halved. But this is also impossible. Even if he didn''t want Google to go public, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, and many of Google''s top executives, wouldn''t. Likewise, capital eager to share in Google''s victory won''t agree.


    However, with the increase of its assets. Now Guo Shouyun''s demand for Google is no longer as urgent as when he was poor and poor at the beginning. The reduction of shareholding is also within the range of his heart. In addition, after Google went public, he decided to sell all the Class B shares he held before the subprime mortgage crisis, and then took advantage of the subprime mortgage crisis and the NASDAQ stock market as a whole plummeted to buy another 10% of ordinary shares. stock, keeping its stake in Google above 30%.


    According to the US securities law, holding more than 30% of the shares can have a veto power over major company decisions. Guo Shouyun wanted this power.

 v2 Chapter 690： Abandoned listed Pacific

    Chapter 690 Abandoning the listed Pacific


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    In addition, Google will also be separated from its core business group in the United States. Like Amazon, it only exists as a key investment target, rather than a foundational business. After all, tech companies are too risky. Sun Microsystems went from a market value of $200 billion to being sold off for $7.4 billion in less than 20 years; Yahoo went from a market value of $100 billion at its peak to being acquired by Verizon ten years later for $4.8 billion.


    Although Google''s lifespan is longer than both of them, it''s also difficult to determine how long its lifespan will last. In addition, Guo Shouyun already has Ruby, an Internet company founded by himself and has decision-making control, so there is no need to hold on to Google.


    And he also has Apple, which has absolute control. He doesn''t want Apple to repeat the mistakes of Nokia and Motorola. So the necessary attention is indispensable.


    In the field of technology, it is enough to have these two core companies.


    Guo Shouyun has already planned to withdraw decisively after ten years, when the market value of the two companies, Amazon and Google, has reached its peak. Reduce the proportion of his investment in the technology industry, learn from Bill Gates, diversify investment, increase the security of capital, and lay a solid foundation for the future inheritance of the Guo family.


    "Bruce, Larry, Sergey, have a great time working together!"


    As the contracts were signed, David Rubinstein and Steve Schwartzman softened, and smiles returned to their faces.


    "Happy cooperation!"


    After the two sides shook hands, David Rubinstein continued: "Bruce, now both Google and Unocal have entered the listing process, and they are expected to be successfully listed by the end of this year. Then Ruby, Pacific Energy Group, Phoenix Bank and Matrix When are you going to go public?"


    The two did not ask Guo''s business group, because Guo Shouyun revealed that Guo''s business group would not be listed very early on.


    The main business of Guo''s Commercial is agriculture and animal husbandry, retail, logistics and catering, all of which are industries with relatively stable operation and returns, especially agriculture and animal husbandry, which can generate certain returns even in economic crisis. Therefore, this is a company that Guo Shouyun will definitely not sell, and it is also the core of the core of the Guo family in the future.


    "As soon as you won Google, do you miss my other companies?"


    "Who made Blackstone and Carlyle''s business like this!" David Rubinstein shrugged and laughed.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "Ruby and Phoenix Bank officially started listing in 2006. Phoenix is ??arranged in the middle of the year, and Ruby is at the end of the year. The listing of Matrix is ??temporarily postponed, and Pacific Energy Group cancels the listing."


    "The Matrix Company is postponed? It is understandable, after all, there are Phoenix and Ruby in front. But why did Pacific Energy Group cancel the listing?" Steve Schwarzman frowned and asked quickly.


    If it is said that Guo Shouyun''s company is the most promising company, it is probably Pacific Energy Group.


    Although Phoenix Bank is now the sixth largest commercial bank in the United States; Unocal is second only to Exxon Mobil, Chevron Texaco and ConocoPhillips; Matrix is ??a media giant comparable to Time Warner and News Corporation; but Pacific Energy Group leads the world in utility companies!


    According to what they learned through their respective information channels. In mid-2004, Pacific Energy Group had 373 power plants in 47 countries around the world, of which there were 27 super power plants above 1,000 megawatts, covering all fields of wind power, thermal power, nuclear power, and solar lights, with an existing installed capacity of 6.484 10,000 MW, with 32 rebuilt and expanded power plants, with an expected increase in installed capacity of more than 50,000 MW in the next three years. It is currently the world''s largest power generation group, 59% more than the second-ranked Duke Energy. And the gap is widening rapidly.


    In addition to generating electricity, Pacific Energy is the world''s largest electricity distributor and retailer, providing electricity to 180,000 commercial customers in 47 countries, and more than 120 million individual customers.


    In addition, Pacific Energy Group is also a major power equipment operator and power plant contractor in the world.


    Natural gas integrated business is also one of the main businesses of Pacific Energy, especially the construction and maintenance of natural gas pipelines, natural gas distribution and retail.


    Pacific Energy Group, with 25,000 miles of natural gas pipelines in North America, is the largest operator of natural gas pipelines in the United States. In South America, it has a 49% interest in the 1,500-mile Bolivia-Brazil gas pipeline and a 100% interest in the 320-mile Colombian gas pipeline. It also owns a 33.4% interest in the 4,500-mile Brazilian coastal natural gas pipeline.


    In the field of natural gas distribution and retail, Pacific Energy Group is not only the largest natural gas distribution and retail company in the United States, but also the second largest natural gas distribution and retail company in Canada and the third largest natural gas distribution and retail company in Brazil. Cooperation to enter the natural gas distribution and retail market. At present, Pacific Energy Group serves more than 120,000 corporate users and 87 million individual users worldwide.


    In the two quarters of 2004, Pacific Energy Group generated operating income of US$49.37 billion and net profit of US$8.04 billion. The company has total assets of $129 billion, net assets of $46.7 billion, and a return on equity of 11.8%.


    While Google tends to more than double its annual operating and net income growth rates compared to Ruby, Pacific Energy''s returns are much lower. But compared to the high-risk high-reward technology industry, especially Internet companies. Pacific Energy Group, which is engaged in infrastructure, public utilities and energy, has stable returns, flat stock price fluctuations and abundant cash flow. It is an indispensable stock for many funds and investment companies to build investment systems. It is also very popular in the investment market. If listed, there is absolutely no shortage of buyers.


    Blackstone and The Carlyle Group, as top PE institutions, naturally coveted them.


    However, Guo Shouyun also attaches great importance to the power and natural gas utility companies with abundant cash flow, stable income, and strong anti-risk capabilities, and has no plans to list them.


    In the future, it will become the core non-listed enterprise of the Guo family together with the Guo Family Business Group, which also has the characteristics of abundant cash flow and stable income, and will become the foundation of family inheritance.


    "The purpose of listing financing is to raise sufficient funds for corporate development. Pacific Energy Group currently has abundant cash flow and does not need financing for the time being."


    "And after that?" David Rubinstein asked.


    "If you need it in the future, it''s not too late to say it!"


    Seeing his resolute attitude, David Rubinstein and Steve Schwartzman looked at each other and said nothing.


    But the two did not intend to give up.


    "Bruce, you have invested a lot in Huaxia, especially the Hanhua Holding Group, which is the leading financial consortium in the Asian financial industry..."


    Before David Rubinstein could finish speaking, he was interrupted by Guo Shouyun.


    "David, I know your plan. If the rest of my assets are really going to be listed, I think I will notify you as soon as possible."


    David Rubinstein''s eyes lit up and nodded.


    "Then I''m looking forward to good news from you."


    "Bruce, we are old friends who have been working together for many years. You also understand Blackstone''s ability. Don''t forget us then!" Steve Schwartzman said quickly.


    "certainly!"


    "Okay, let''s part here!" Guo Shouyun said while standing in the square outside the main building of Hanshan Courtyard.


    "Let''s go first."


    "goodbye!"


    When the car carrying David Rubinstein and Steve Schwarzman left, Sergey Brin let out a sigh of relief.


    "It''s finally over. I''m most reluctant to deal with these capitalists, it''s too tiring!"


    "Sergey, signing an agreement doesn''t mean it''s over. Google is about to start pre-IPO preparations. As the company''s executive vice president and chief technology officer, you must also take your team to roadshows in major cities in the United States to win Let Google''s stock price skyrocket after its listing, so that the equity in the hands of the three of us can exchange for more wealth." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "I''ll leave this to you and Larry. I''d rather work overtime writing code at Google!"


    Guo Shouyun and Larry, who had known his character for a long time, smiled and didn''t say much.


    "Let''s go, let''s go back for a drink and celebrate today''s victory!" Guo Shouyun suggested.


    Sergey and Larry nodded. The three of them went back to the reception room together, opened a bottle of champagne, and after chatting, they went home before ten o''clock in the evening.


    The dust settles with Google. Guo Shouyun did not rest. After staying at home for half a month and accompanying my wife and children, I flew to Los Angeles again.


    100 California Plaza Avenue, the headquarters of the Matrix Corporation.


    "...In the second quarter of 2004 Matrix achieved operating income of US$18.94 billion and net profit of US$21.37, a year-on-year increase of 17.4%. The company has total assets of US$67.68 billion, net assets of US$42.74 billion, and a return on equity. 14.3%.��


    Matrix CEO Buddy Morris reported to Guo Shouyun the company''s financial and operational situation in 2004.


    "Among them, in terms of film, television and game entertainment, the total revenue for the two quarters was US$3.745 billion. In the first half of the year, "Pirates of the Caribbean 2" and "National Treasure 2", which cooperated with Time Warner, generated US$1.066 billion and US$457 million respectively. In terms of box office, "Pirates of the Caribbean 2" is the champion of the global box office so far this year, second only to "Titanic" and "Lord of the Rings 3" released last year in global film history."


    Although after becoming CEO of Matrix, Buddy Morris has seen many big scenes. But he was still very excited to see a super-movie from his company that could reach the top three at the global box office.


    Guo Shouyun was equally happy. But after all, after seeing those blockbusters with a box office of more than one billion in ten years, I am not surprised by the box office of "Pirates of the Caribbean 2".

 v2 Chapter 691： 2004 matrix

    Chapter 691 The Matrix of 2004


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    "In terms of TV dramas, the second season of "Lost" and "Prison Break", and the first season of "The Big Bang Theory" all have ratings above 10 points. Among them, the second season of "Lost" has more than 7 million viewers, and "Prison Break" is the second Season viewership exceeded 9.5 million, and the newly released "The Big Bang Theory" was the most popular with 11.5 million viewers, surpassing the first season of "Prison Break" with 10.8 million viewers."


    "In addition to TV dramas, the "Voice of America" ??we produced and "America''s Got Talent", which produced the first season of this year, have become phenomenal variety shows. The former has a rating of 22.3, and the latter has also exceeded 17.4."


    ��Because of the broadcast of a series of excellent TV series and variety shows, the CW public television, Canal+ and TNT are two paid TV stations in the United States and the world, especially in Europe, the audience is increasing. Canal+ currently has 3.37 million paid subscribers in Europe and Africa. , TNT has 4.1 million paid subscribers in North America. In the two quarters of 2004, we received advertising revenue and paid subscription revenue from TV and variety shows, totaling $1.134 billion."


    ��In terms of games, Valve Game Studio, Counter-Strike, Half-Life, Left 4 Dead, and Call of Duty continue to generate revenue, especially the second part of ��Call of Duty��, which currently sells more than 7.59 million copies. "The second part, created a peak of 900,000 simultaneous online users in China. "Audition" and "Bubble Hall" are also one of the most popular casual games in China. The development of "Dungeon and Warriors" has been completed. , the official public beta test early next year.��


    "The Tianxia Studio in Huaxia Jingcheng, "The World", "Fantasy Westward Journey", "Westward Journey", three online games are currently one of the most popular games in Huaxia, especially the "Fantasy Westward Journey" which just launched this year has created 310 million The number of registrations, the peak of 2.7 million simultaneous online."


    "Xue Leshan Studio, the second part of "Ghost" is expected to be officially tested in October this year, and will go on sale in the middle of next year. The third part of the "Homeland" series is expected to be officially tested at the beginning of next year, and will be available for sale in late 2005 or early 2006. As for the second part of the "Witcher" series, it is still in the development process, and when it will be released, Mike has not given exact information."


    Mike Moraimi, the general manager of Xue Leshan Studio, one of the original Blizzard three giants, who came from Blizzard, also inherited the old habit of Blizzard''s three years of sharpening a sword. Although the three development teams of Ghost, Homeland, and Demon Hunter have been established for nearly two years, they have yet to come up with a mature game.


    "Blizzard Studio, "World of Warcraft" was officially tested in March this year, and the market has responded well. The specific release will not be until November. The third "Diablo" and "StarCraft" second "Wings of Liberty" are still under development In the process, according to the plan given by Frank, Wings of Liberty will not be officially tested until the middle of next year. There is no more detailed plan for the third part of "Diablo"."


    Frank Pierce, general manager of Blizzard Studios, one of the Blizzard Big Three.


    "Fantasy Studio, the first edition of "Pirates of the Caribbean" has been launched, and has now achieved 1.47 million sales. "Harry Potter" has launched the first version of the public beta, which is expected to be officially released by the end of the year; "National Treasure" is currently still In development, Allen responded, it will be in beta early next year and go on sale in the middle of the year."


    Alan Adhan, general manager of Fantasy Studios, may be the fastest-developing of the "Big Three." Three games can basically be completed in a year and a half. In particular, "Pirates of the Caribbean" has been listed and sold well.


    "...The animation and music business generated US$1.73 billion in operating income in the two quarters of 2004. In terms of animation, Marvel surpassed DC to become the world''s largest comic platform. Currently, it has 2,733 registered comic artists and 29,000 new comics. 23.78 million registered users. The online subscriptions of works such as "Red Flame Battlefield", "Midnighter" and "Spawn" exceed 1 million."


    "Pixar''s "The Incredibles" and "Kung Fu Panda", the former has been completed, and is currently in the pre-release publicity work, which is expected to be released in September. "Kung Fu Panda" is scheduled for Christmas."


    "Matrix Music, thanks to the promotion of The Voice of America, new signings Adele and Taylor Swift, with multiple songs on the Billboard charts, is currently the most popular female artist in North America and the UK The business in China is also progressing rapidly. "Super Girl" helped us to acquire four high-quality singers with a deep fan base. At present, Matrix Music is the company that has signed the most female singers in the world among the four major record companies in the world. In 2004 In the mid-term, it surpassed Universal Music and held a 24.9% share of the global music market."


    "...The main park and theater business, the expansion of the four Universal Studios in Hollywood, Orlando, Osaka, and Barcelona, ??has been completed. In the two quarters of 2004, it generated an operating income of 5.14 billion US dollars. In the theater chain, through acquisitions and New construction, we have 46 luxury cinema chains in North America and Europe, and another 5 new constructions, with a total of 623 screens, and generated operating income of 360 million US dollars in the two quarters of 2004."


    "...streaming media business, in the second quarter of 2004, Hulu had 37.9 million registered users, 3.32 million paying users, main business revenue of $223 million, and net profit of $64 million."


    "...Consumer products business, in the two quarters of 2004, received a total of 1.57 billion US dollars in film and television peripherals."


    After flipping through the information and listening to Buddy Morris''s introduction, Guo Shouyun was quite satisfied. The Matrix developed faster than he expected. It has not been in vain that he has worked hard for the past five years to copy those well-known film and television dramas and games in his memory, as well as a series of painstaking layouts.


    In terms of revenue, among the six major Hollywood giants, it has surpassed Disney, and Time Warner, which has been implicated by the giant pit of America Online, is second only to News Corporation.


    "How did ''Van Helsing'' go?"


    Guo Shouyun is still looking forward to the magical revision of "Van Helsing" co-produced with Sony Columbia. After all, the main line is set according to his brain hole, but the sub-line plots are different.


    "It is currently in post-production and is expected to be officially released in September." After Buddy Morris finished speaking, he paused and glanced at Guo Shouyun''s expression, "Boss, Director Michael Bay said, the special effects of "Transformers" There are too many scenes, and I am afraid that the plan to be released at the end of this year cannot be realized.��


    Guo Shouyun frowned, and after thinking about it, he nodded.


    "Okay! ... By the way, let Michael director, put the shots of Bumblebee and Jazz in the final production. Also, give up the cooperation between these two characters and the car manufacturer."


    He knows better than anyone how high the box office of "Transformers" is, such a good advertising opportunity, if he does not own a car company. How can it be given to others when there is already a Red Star car?


    If it weren''t for the poor technology of Hongyan heavy-duty trucks, the market in the United States and Europe is almost zero; there are no pickup trucks and rescue vehicles in the company, and he is not even willing to let the Optimus Prime, ambulance and iron models. go out.


    "Yes!"


    "The Fast and the Furious is coming out next year?"


    Buddy Morris nodded, "The plan is to complete the production in the second half of this year and release it early next year. But Lin plans to take a break after working on "National Treasure". I''m afraid we have to choose another director."


    "How long does Justin Lin plan to rest?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Three months!"


    "Three months is not too long. And I''m not optimistic about other people at the helm of the filming of "Fast and the Furious", so let Justin Lin direct it."


    "Fast and the Furious" is better than "Transformers" to promote the new car of the Ruby Motor Group. After the launch of the stunning Rover sedan series, MG SUV series, and the absolutely eye-popping scissor door and shark-faced MG sports car series, the box office of "Fast and the Furious" will go to a higher level. Of course, it has a century-old brand building. The Rover will also be given a new lease of life.


    "Also, temporarily suspend the bidding for vehicle advertisements for the third part of "Fast and Furious"."


    As the CEO of Matrix, Buddy Morris is somewhat aware of the news that his boss has invested in an automobile group in Huaxia. Although he does not think that the products of the car company in Huaxia are worthy of the classic "Fast and Furious" series under Matrix and "Transformers" with an investment of more than 100 million yuan, the big boss''s tone is very firm, he doesn''t want to get bad luck .


    Especially now that the high-level struggle of Ruby Company and the exit of John Roberts are being fueled by many media and continue to ferment in the United States. Although this kind of thing is not necessarily your own turn, it is better to be cautious in front of the big boss.


    "The MGM acquisition has changed?"


    After reading the Matrix''s annual report, Guo Shouyun turned the information to Buddy Morris.


    "We had already negotiated with Gary Barber to buy all of MGM''s shares at $12 per share. But suddenly Sony Columbia stepped in, bringing together Providence Equity Partners, Texas Pacific Capital Fund, Comscat, DLJ Commodity Banking Partners, Foursquare Group, LBO to acquire MGM.��


    "LBO?"


    "Yes! At present, the consortium formed by Sony has formed a ''MGM Holding Company'', and intends to use this company to acquire all the shares of MGM Pictures."


    "What about the price?"


    "$13 per share!"


    "At $13, these guys really know how to calculate. ... Gary Barber, Sony must have given him a lot of benefits, right?"


    "This is currently unknown. But leveraged buyouts will definitely require the cooperation of management. With the scale of MGM Pictures, he has at least obtained more than $50 million in revenue from this acquisition. Otherwise, he would not be in close contact with us. Break the contract when it is signed.��

 v2 Chapter 692： LBO

    Chapter 692 Leveraged Buyout


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    "Have you contacted Howard Stringer?" Guo Shouyun asked after pondering for a moment.


    "Contacted. But he said the Sony U.S. board was very interested in the MGM brand."


    "Interested?" Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, took out his mobile phone to find the other party''s number and dialed it. After a short time, the phone was connected.


    "Bruce, I haven''t heard from you in a long time. How are you doing?"


    "Thank you for your concern, I have a good time. However, Howard, the cooperation between Matrix and Sony, from "The Da Vinci Code" to "Van Helsing", the two sides agreed to cooperate very happily. But I don''t know why, you have to halfway Intervene and pry away the M&A business that Matrix has been talking about for almost a year? This is not something a friend can do." Guo Shouyun went straight to the topic.


    "Bruce, I''m sorry about MGM. But this is a direct order from Sony headquarters in Japan. I''m just a part-time worker, and I can''t resist Mr. Deibuka''s decision."


    "Is it impossible to change?"


    "Yes!" Howard Stringer tried his best to sound resolute.


    "That''s it! But I''m curious, where are you in your negotiations with MGM?"


    Howard was instantly alert, "Bruce, this is the company''s secret, I can''t reveal it to the outside world, I hope you can forgive me."


    "Forgive, of course forgive, who made us friends!"


    Guo Shouyun''s tone was full of relaxation and a hint of a smile. But the more so, the more worried Howard Stringer felt. After meeting for so long, he knew exactly what kind of person the guy sitting opposite was. Coupled with the huge amount of funds in the hands of the other party, he will never eat this boring loss in vain.


    "Bruce, the Matrix is ??already very strong. From 2002 to the present, you have been the highest-grossing film company in Hollywood, with smooth progress in TV, variety shows, music, etc. The number of Universal Studios has also reached 7 in the world. It''s in good condition. There''s really no need to keep an eye on MGM, a declining film and television company..."


    "Howard!" Guo Shouyun interrupted him, "Although Matrix is ??developing well, our foundation is still very weak, so I am very interested in MGM''s film library. If you are willing to give MGM''s film library to If you give it to Matrix, how about its production department will be acquired by you Sony?"


    "I''m sorry, Bruce! I''m afraid that won''t work."


    The most alluring thing MGM has right now is its library. If there is no revenue from the film library to support, as early as 2002, after the investment of "Wind Whisperer" failed, it should have closed down.


    Therefore, like Guo Shouyun, Sony also values ??MGM''s film library and the copyright it represents, especially the classic "007" series.


    "Don''t have to talk?"


    "Bruce, maybe I can get it from the head office!"


    "Okay, I''ll wait for your news! Goodbye!"


    There was no time to answer Howard, he hung up the phone directly.


    "Boss, do you really have to wait for Sony''s reply?"


    Guo Shouyun''s phone turned on the speakerphone, and Buddy Morris, who was next to him, naturally heard the conversation between the two.


    "Wait? Hmph, Howard Stringer just doesn''t want to turn against us directly because of this matter, and just find an excuse to delay the time. If we really believe him, what we will be waiting for in a few days is not Sony''s reply, but them. The successful press conference of the acquisition of MGM!" Guo Shouyun said coldly.


    Buddy Morris nodded and said angrily: "This matter is my responsibility. If I didn''t care about the purchase price and signed the contract earlier, there might not be these troubles."


    Guo Shouyun knew this subordinate who had been with him for five years. When it comes to management skills, Buddy Morris is just the middle of the pack. But he is more loyal, able to carry out his orders meticulously; and he is diligent in his work, and he never makes an opinion on things he does not understand. This is Guo Shouyun''s fancy.


    In addition, it may be the habit of running a small film and television company from scratch in the early years. When it comes to finances, he''s good at crunching the numbers, and the same goes for mergers and acquisitions. This can''t be said to be a disadvantage, but sometimes things change because the negotiation takes too long, such as this acquisition of MGM.


    "It''s not your problem. Since I agreed with your M&A strategy, now that something happens, the biggest responsibility lies with me." Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Howard and Sony want to get MGM out of our hands. It''s not that easy to steal."


    "A direct invitation to buy?" Buddy Morris quickly guessed what the big boss was thinking.


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Send an offer to MGM''s board and say we''re going to buy MGM for $15 a share."


    Under U.S. securities laws, a company''s board of directors must respond to a takeover offer within ten days of receiving it.


    Buddy Morris just wanted to say whether the price would be too high, but he thought that it was because of his own scrutiny and hesitation that the acquisition of MGM had changed, so he took back what he said. .


    "What if Howard and Sony raise the purchase price?"


    "If they can raise the price above $18, let MGM go to them." Guo Shouyun thought about it and said.


    MGM''s real value is now around $3.5 billion. If the price per share is raised to $18, according to MGM''s total share capital of 400 million, the price of the wholly-owned acquisition will reach an astonishing $7.2 billion. The premium has nearly doubled.


    Everything has value, although MGM''s film library is highly valued by Guo Shouyun. But doubling the premium is already too high. Although in the future era of entertainment to death, the value of copyright will be higher and higher. But doubling the premium for MGM''s library is simply too high.


    More importantly, Sony''s revenue only improved slightly after 1999 under the leadership of Howard Stringer. They were robbed by Guo Shouyun in the middle of the "Spider-Man" that made them earn money, and now Sony is just tepid.


    Such Sony, why let Providence Equity Partners, Texas Pacific Capital Fund, Comscat, DLJ Commodity Bank Partnership, and Sifang Group believe that they can lead MGM back to life? Not only to recover the cost, but also to repay the high interest of the leveraged buyout.


    Unlike ordinary buyouts, leveraged buyouts are all about excess returns. Without a return of more than 20%, how can capital support you?


    If Sony buys MGM for $7.2 billion, with the way they operate, it''s unclear if they can deliver a 20% annual return on investment. Looking at the performance of Sony Pictures over the years, this hope is too slim.


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    Howard Stringer, who received the news, hurried into the MGM conference room. At the same time he came in, representatives of Providence Equity Partners, Texas Pacific Capital Fund, Comscat, DLJ Commodity Banking Partners, Foursquare Group, five PE partners were already sitting here. Coupled with the MGM executives represented by Gary Barber. A total of 17 people are eligible to attend the meeting.


    However, compared to before they sat together and dreamed of making a fortune through the acquisition of MGM, the atmosphere here is now extremely depressed.


    If it is said that among the people, who is in the worst mood. In addition to Howard Stringer, I am afraid it is Gary Barber.


    According to the acquisition agreement he reached with Howard, after Sony bought MGM, he would receive $25 million in cash and 50 million in MGM stock. However, these shares have a six-month lock-up period. Gary Barber can cash out after half a year.


    But even so, that''s a huge fortune that adds up to $75 million! That''s nearly ten times more than his salary and bonus for eight years at MGM.


    In the face of rich interests, the father-son relationship is bullshit, not to mention the M&A contract that has not been fully signed with Matrix? !


    "I think everyone already knows. The Matrix has made an offer to MGM''s board of directors for $15 per share. Unless our offer is higher than $15, all our previous deals are void!" Gary Bar Bo said with a serious expression.


    The vast majority of U.S. listed companies are publicly held, with management and institutional investors rarely holding more than 20 percent of the shares. Therefore, the board of directors elected by them represents the interests of these investors. If they rejected Matrix''s $15 per share offer, they agreed to Sony''s $13 offer. That would mean the board members broke the law in this deal. Afterwards, it is inevitable that the investee will go to court. At that time, even the completed acquisition will be declared invalid by the court.


    "Has this acquisition offer been handed over to MGM board members?"


    A middle-aged man with gold-rimmed glasses, thin cheeks and pursed lips, who looked a bit mean, asked.


    Gary Barber knew what he meant.


    "The Matrix''s executive vice president and chief financial officer, Tyler Adams, came to MGM in person to hand over the offer to MGM Chairman Carl Bass. He also sent a gift to every MGM board member got one."


    Hearing this, everyone immediately understood. It is impossible to use the time difference to sign the contract if you want to hold on to the acquisition invitation of the matrix company.


    "If I had known, I should have signed the acquisition contract earlier."


    A burly middle-aged white man with a beard reminded him annoyed.


    His name is Jim Chanos, MGM''s chief operating officer, and one of the MGM executives involved in the merger. In addition to him and J. Barber, MGM participated in the LBO and benefited from it, as well as Chief Financial Officer Donato Essie and Chief Legal Officer Garth Gary. In this leveraged buyout, all four received a lot of cash and equity. So they are more hopeful that the acquisition will succeed than the investment team led by Howard Stringer. That way they can get a big payout that will allow them to retire early.


    "If you guys weren''t so greedy, now we''re drinking champagne to celebrate this perfect acquisition!" a bald black man said coldly.


    His name is Dan Bailey, the representative of Providence Equity Partners in the LBO.


    "We are greedy, why aren''t you stingy? If you could agree to our conditions earlier, the negotiations would have ended long ago." Donato Essie said not to be outdone.


    "As the producer of ''The Wind Whisperer,'' who directly made MGM the laughing stock of Hollywood, I think he''s worth the $5 million and 800,000 severance package."


    "What did you say��!"


    "Okay!" Howard Stringer roared interrupted the complaints and dissatisfaction of the two, "Everyone, now we are people in one camp, our interests are related, we share weal and woe, don''t we still To hate each other because of a fact that cannot be changed?"


    Although he is also dissatisfied with the greed of MGM''s management, the negotiation time has been prolonged, which has caused the current variables. But what makes him stronger than Donato Essie and others is his ability to accept reality and find a solution to the problem in the first place, rather than wasting precious time on pointless complaints and regrets.


    Dan Bailey and Donato Essie also realized everyone''s dissatisfaction, so they quickly closed their mouths.


    "Now that things have happened, the quarrel is pointless, the key is to come up with a solution to the problem." Howard Stringer continued.


    "Actually, everyone knows that after Matrix intervenes in this acquisition, we have only two options left. First, to buy MGM at an offer that exceeds Matrix. Second, persuade Matrix to give up the acquisition, or let Matrix quit the acquisition. They also joined in."


    Sharon Watkins is the representative of the "Texas Pacific Capital Fund", with a typical Texan accent, which makes people sound a little different. But no one cares about that now.

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Regarding Guo Shouyun''s sub-production distribution plan, the author made some changes after considering it. If you are interested, you can read Chapter 681.


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 v2 Chapter 693： scramble for MGM

    Chapter six hundred and ninety-third fight for MGM


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    "The question is how high an offer can we make?"


    Conscart''s remarks on behalf of Carl Corey made almost everyone present frown.


    Regarding MGM''s assets, revenue, net profit, return on equity and other data, they have studied countless times before they decided to launch the leveraged buyout plan.


    Now, in MGM''s asset system, the most valuable is that it has a library of 4,100 films and 10,600 TV episodes, as well as the copyright of the most dazzling jewel in the crown, "007" series, which has already shot 22 episodes. The film series, which has now created a box office of 12.2 billion US dollars, is a big cake that all film companies and capital are envious of.


    As for facilities such as studios and locations, they were sold out during MGM''s downturn.


    As for its 1,440-person production, distribution, logistics and other departments, the revenue contributed by this year is 160 million US dollars, mostly through the production of some small-budget films and the distribution of other companies'' films. While this revenue is decent, it''s not enough to keep the company afloat, but not enough to pay off the principal and interest on MGM''s $1.8 billion in debt.


    "Based on MGM''s assets and revenue, $13 per share is the highest offer that Providence can accept!" Dan Bailey said, after his eyes quickly swept over the crowd, he said slowly, "Moreover, If you really want to talk about the capital, who can compare to Bruce Guo who owns the Phoenix Bank!"


    The frowns of the crowd deepened. People like Gary Barber, who are eager to get huge benefits from this leveraged buyout and retire with the trend, look even more ugly. But the MGM folks haven''t given up hope entirely.


    "Mr. Corey, MGM owns the largest film library in Hollywood and the highest-grossing film series, 007, and it''s totally worth the high price Comscart has to pay!" Gary Barber said.


    Hearing his words, the eyes of MGM''s participants in the negotiation lit up, and they all focused on Carl Corey, Chief Operating Officer of Conscart.


    Howard Stringer, Dan Bailey and others also looked over subconsciously.


    Although the acquisition of MGM was led by Sony, the most important part of this consortium is Comscat. Everyone still remembers the shocking acquisition of Walt Disney proposed by Comscart in February this year with an actual investment of US$54.2 billion and a debt of US$11.9 billion for a total price of US$66 billion. Although it was rejected by Disney''s board of directors on the grounds that the price was too low, Conscart''s determination to form a super company that spanned "transmission + content" was known by the whole Hollywood and the American media industry.


    More importantly, Comscat''s 21.5 million cable TV subscribers, 5.3 million broadband subscribers, 1.3 million telephone subscribers, 2003 total revenue of $18.3 billion, and a transcript of $6.4 billion in net profit, let people know that this company is the second largest company in the United States. Big telecommunications companies are not bad money. If anyone here can compete with the wealthy and powerful Bruce Guo for MGM, there is no second one except Conscart.


    Carl Corey is not a fool. After noticing the eyes of everyone, he understands what they are thinking. But while Comscart intends to form a major company that spans transmission and content, MGM isn''t worth the high price they''re paying. And according to the company''s assessment, the real value of MGM is about 3.5 billion to 4 billion US dollars, and the quotation of 13 US dollars per share is equal to 3.055 billion US dollars. Add in MGM''s $1.8 billion in debt. The total price of the entire acquisition is $4.855 billion.


    In fact, if this offer far exceeds the actual value of MGM, if they simply let Conscart come out, they will definitely not be willing. But it''s different if you pull in Providence Equity Partners, Texas Pacific Capital Fund, DLJ Commodity Banking Partners, Foursquare and Sony Pictures. They only need to pay 20% of the funds, which is 600 million US dollars, to get the right to use MGM''s library of 4,100 films and 10,600 TV series, providing rich content for their own pay TV, Internet and other channels , thereby deepening customer stickiness and attracting more new customers.


    Considering this aspect, although $600 million is much higher than the actual value of MGM, the implied economic benefits are enough to make up for the losses and get higher returns. In addition, if Sony really revitalizes MGM, the dying movie giant, the 20% stake can still make them a fortune.


    It is for this reason that even if he knew that MGM''s price was inflated, he did not immediately deny Gary Barber''s words.


    "Everyone, Conscart is only a part of the consortium. If we are willing to pay a high price, then what about you?" After swiping across the faces of everyone, his eyes were fixed on Howard Stringer, "Sony is this time. Advocates of takeovers. Mr. Stringer, if you want to raise the takeover offer, should you, Sony, also show your sincerity?"


    After a quick thought in his heart, Howard Stringer nodded in front of everyone''s eyes.


    "Of course! The annual revenue of MGM''s film library is close to 600 million US dollars. The copyright value of the "007" series is amazing. It is worth a higher price from Sony!"


    Although whether to buy MGM at a higher price, it still needs a meeting of the company''s board of directors to vote before there is a result. But as the organizer of the consortium, he has to keep the group stable, at least until Sony makes a real decision.


    Representatives of Providence Equity Partnership, Texas Pacific Capital Fund, DLJ Commodity Banking Partnership, and Foursquare Group exchanged glances. Compared to Sony and Konstadt who had other plans. They are simply investments with the aim of getting a good return. If they continue to raise the offer, there is no doubt that the risk of the MGM project will also increase rapidly, so their expressions are hesitant.


    "We need to go back to the board meeting before we can give a formal answer!"


    Dan Bailey pondered for a moment and then said.


    "The same goes for the Texas Pacific Fund!"


    Representatives of DLJ Commodity Bank Partnership and Sifang Group nodded in agreement.


    At this point in the meeting, everyone understands that it is impossible to reach a unified agreement today. Although Gary Barber and MGM representatives were not satisfied. But in this meeting they were just underdogs, and in MGM''s distressed operating environment, they didn''t have much to do with Sony Pictures, Comscart, Providence Equity Partners, Texas Pacific Capital Fund, DLJ Commodities The bargaining costs of large institutions such as bank partnerships and the Sifang Group.


    After the meeting was announced, everyone left. Back in the car, Howard Stringer sat in the back seat of his Lincoln stretch sedan for a moment and took his phone out of his pocket.


    "Bruce, shall we meet tonight?"


    "Howard, I''ve been waiting for your call."


    "Seven o''clock tonight, Shamrock Country Club, I think you should know there."


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun replied affirmatively.


    Society is a big dye vat in which there are distinct classes, and each class has its own social circle. And country clubs all over the United States are where the upper class often meets.


    Shamrock Country Club is one of the top private clubs in Los Angeles. It gathers Hollywood''s biggest names, as well as business, legal and sports elites. It is the best place for people who are interested in furthering their careers to expand their contacts.


    "See you tonight!"


    "See you tonight!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly. This phone call, combined with the information he collected, allowed him to roughly guess the content of Howard Stringer''s meeting this evening.


    "boom��!"


    The amazing movement made Guo Shouyun subconsciously look up at the basketball court not far away. With the violent shaking of the basketball hoop, a huge figure was releasing his hands holding the basket and his feet fell on the floor. Next to him are some annoyed and fearful teammates.


    "Clap!"


    Larry Brown clapped lightly and looked at Yao Ming who was returning to defense with admiration, "He is the only super center I have seen in the past years who can rival Olajuwon in the interior! With Yao''s presence, hurry up! The fleet will not have to worry about its internal problems for at least ten years.��


    "Compared to competition, Yao''s economic value is more worthy of our joy. Since he joined the team and became the main force, the Clippers'' advertising revenue has tripled." Compared with the coach who pays more attention to game performance, as a team The manager''s Elgin Baylor is clearly more focused on the team''s revenue.


    Noticing the admiration in the eyes of the two looking at him, Guo Shouyun was also secretly proud. Yao Ming is China''s best sports star who has combined competitive and commercial value for so many years. Although he pays more attention to football, he has also heard many classmates and colleagues around him share the situation when they watched the Rockets play.


    One of the most impressive is that when I was just working, a buddy of a team said that they had a 20-minute break in the morning in high school, and each class had a 10-minute break. It takes two minutes to run from the classroom to the dining room, and four minutes back and forth. Just to be able to watch the six-minute ball, on every Rocket game that is broadcast, hundreds of people rush to the dining hall from recess. Rockets into a simple ball will be applauded by the audience.


    Roommates and girls in the class who never watch football can recite the names of Alston and Scola backwards.


    The discussion of "The Rockets point guard is too bad, when will Frederick come back" became an early Nikkei topic. Weaver, Bunch Wells, Novak are all hot spots at a certain time. I can''t worry if I don''t lead by 20 points in the fourth quarter.


    Outside the school, all restaurants that can''t watch Yangwu have bad reviews. On weekends, in order to watch the whole game, the restaurant waited at the door before it opened. And many students who never go to Internet cafes simply broke their precepts and went to Internet cafes to watch.


    All kinds of crazy behaviors made Yao Ming and the Rockets the most profound memories of their adolescence.


    It is this madness that makes the economic value of the Rockets and Yao Ming soar. In ten years, the value of the Rockets has increased tenfold. That doesn''t even count what Alexander takes from the Rockets'' earnings for private investment in real estate and wine estates.


    "Coach Brown, congratulations. This year the team can defend the title, you should take the lead." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    Last year, after defeating the Spurs led by Duncan in the semifinals, the Clippers swept the Eastern Nets 4-1 and won the first NBA championship in team history.


    This year, also in the semifinals, they defeated the Lakers, who had a luxurious lineup but had internal discord. The finals swept the Pistons without Billups and won their second NBA championship.


    Consecutive success has also made the Clippers the top championship team in the entire NBA.


    "The most important thing is that the players bought by the boss are amazing, otherwise I won''t be able to lead them to consecutive championships!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile, "Is there anything else that needs to be added about the team''s lineup?"


    "The main lineup of the team has been running in for more than three years There is no need to make too many changes. It is just a matter of strengthening in individual positions."


    "That''s good! I believe the Clippers will be able to create a strong dynasty under the leadership of Coach Brown."


    "I''ll do my best!" Larry Brown said confidently.


    "By the way, our arena and training base in San Jose will be completed and delivered by the middle of next year. So this year is our last season in Los Angeles, in order to leave a deep impression on everyone. In order to give new The use of the venue is the foundation. I think three consecutive championships is a good idea!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "We think so too!"


    Larry Brown and Elgin Baylor looked at each other and laughed at the same time.


    After patting the arms of the two of them, "Okay, you heard it just now. I still have a party at night, so I will leave first."


    "Boss, bye!"


    "goodbye!"

 v2 Chapter 694： exchange of benefits

    Chapter 694 Interest Exchange


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    After leaving the Clippers'' training base, Guo Shouyun returned home and dealt with the accumulated work. Before it got dark, he changed his clothes and went to the Clover Country Club in the suburbs of Los Angeles.


    Guo Shouyun is not a member of it, but with his current status and ability, it is very easy to get membership.


    What''s more, when he arrived, Howard Stringer had already arranged for his secretary to greet him outside the door.


    "Bruce, long time no see!"


    Seeing Howard Stringer hugging him with open arms, Guo Shouyun responded with the same enthusiasm. They are all old foxes who have been in the market for a long time. Even if they are market opponents who want to die now, they are still very warm on the surface.


    This sickening scene is also the norm in malls.


    "Howard, it''s been a long time!"


    After saying hello, the two sat down.


    "Bruce, with your cleverness, can you guess the reason why I invited you here today?" Howard Stringer went straight to the point.


    "Of course! But if you''re going to persuade me to give up on the MGM acquisition, I think today''s meeting can be declared over now."


    "Bruce, after the annexation of Universal, the Matrix not only has a sufficient film library, but also a good script that you have created. Why did you have to buy MGM?"


    "Then why did Sony acquire MGM?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "We''re not like The Matrix, without the lucrative franchises of Pirates of the Caribbean, National Treasure, Harry Potter, Underworld, Fast and Furious, and a whole bunch of other lucrative franchises like you. Talented screenwriter. So, we wanted to buy the rights to MGM, especially 007.��


    "I''m sorry, Howard. I want MGM''s library, especially the rights to "007"!"


    Guo Shouyun still remembers the popularity of "007: Skyfall" at the global box office of more than 1.1 billion US dollars. In addition, its first two "007: Quantum of Solace" and "007: Casino Royale" also performed very well at the box office, but I forgot how much. But no matter how much, the "007" series of movies have endured for more than 50 years, and James Bond and Bond Girls have almost become the most classic screen images in Hollywood. This can no longer be said to be an evergreen tree, this is a completely enhanced version of the money printing machine.


    No Hollywood franchise has been a hit for more than half a century. Therefore, Guo Shouyun did not want to let go of such a gold mine.


    Looking at the firm eyes of the man opposite, Howard Stringer could not help frowning.


    "Bruce, if we give up the copyright of "007", what about MGM''s film library?" Howard Stringer said again after pondering for a while.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Howard, in fact, you know better than me what the fundamental reason for Sony''s acquisition of MGM is. So, rather than a pointless waste of time. I have a more constructive proposal."


    Howard Stringer''s heart moved.


    "Appreciate further details!"


    "I know that Sony is competing with Toshiba for the video disc recording format. If Sony abandons the acquisition of MGM, then I can sign a cooperation agreement with Sony, and all MGM movies, including Matrix Universal, are recorded in DVD format. "


    Howard''s eyes lit up. Similar to Comscott''s coveting MGM''s film library to enrich its cable TV content and attract more pay-TV subscribers, Sony''s coveting MGM also has its own purpose.


    It intends to bet the future of the enterprise on its own Blu-ray HD DVD format, and it needs to get support for the HD DVD format from other major studios in order to deal with the format war with Toshiba.


    At the time, deep-pocketed giants such as Toshiba and Microsoft used lucrative cash to get other major studios to exclusively copy movies out in HD-DVD. If Sony can copy MGM''s library exclusively on Blu-ray, coupled with its existing Columbia Samsung library, it''s no longer possible to win the format war, no matter how generous the incentives Toshiba and Microsoft can offer.


    "Plus the copyright of "007"!"


    Howard Stringer is now the CEO of Sony America, not the CEO of Sony as a whole, so he must first consider the interests of his own film company, so he really doesn''t want to give up the lucrative "007" movie series.


    "impossible!"


    Guo Shouyun refused without hesitation, "Howard, the cooperation content I am talking about has been sent to Sony headquarters this afternoon. I believe they will inform you in person what to do soon."


    Hearing this, Howard Stringer sighed in his heart.


    There is no doubt that Sony headquarters will give priority to promoting the Blu-ray DVD mode.


    "Bruce, you win!"


    "No, this is a win-win situation!" Guo Shouyun shook his head and smiled.


    To be honest, he really doesn''t agree with Sony''s choice. Because the Internet era is coming soon, in addition to being used for collection, DVD discs will be withdrawn from the market within a few years. Sony''s current efforts cannot be said to be in vain. But they also failed to obtain the huge benefits they hoped for.


    "Howard, I think you should take a longer view!" Guo Shouyun said suddenly.


    "What''s the meaning?"


    Howard Stringer frowned slightly, and he noticed the strangeness in the tone of the man opposite him.


    "In the three major businesses that Nobuyuki Idei has high hopes for, in addition to the good performance of Sony Columbia under your leadership, the sales of PS2 began to decline with the launch of Microsoft''s XBOX, and the profit decreased by 2% year-on-year; the network connection card was sold for several hundred Ten thousand copies, the total sales are only 2.8 billion yen, and the input and output are disproportionate. Now the Sony board of directors and management have a lot of opinions on Idei Nobuyuki, and it is even rumored that the Sony board of directors has proposed to let him resign. This is for you It''s an opportunity."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun took a sip of the coffee on the table, and continued, "Sony Columbia under your leadership has developed well over the years, and coupled with the support of MGM and Matrix Universal for high-definition DVD, Defeated the alliance of Toshiba and Microsoft. With this success story, you have every chance to be the CEO of Sony Corporation.  �� Isn''t the CEO of a Fortune 500 more worthy of respect and respect than the CEO of Sony Columbia Pictures Are you valued?"


    Guo Shouyun''s words seemed to touch the sensitive nerves of Howard Stringer, making his heart beat faster involuntarily.


    The CEO of Fortune 500 is certainly more attractive than the CEO of Sony Columbia! He also had this desire when he dreamed back countless times in the middle of the night. It is also for this reason that the MGM acquisition is promoted at any cost. But... he couldn''t reveal his deepest secrets in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. Guo, Mr. Nobuyuki Idei has been very effective in Sony''s reform. The Sony board of directors has great confidence in his ability, and there is no news of his dismissal."


    Howard Stringer tried to keep his tone calm.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Maybe! But the transaction between us should have a result now, right?"


    "I follow the decision of the head office!"


    "OK, I hope to receive your reply within three days!" After the words were finished, he stood up, "Howard, thank you very much for today''s dinner, it was very delicious."


    "It''s still early, Mr. Guo won''t sit for a while? As friends, what we talk about is not necessarily about work." Howard Stringer said after holding Guo Shouyun''s outstretched right hand.


    "Another day! You led Sony to form a powerful capital alliance. I want to defeat you and take back MGM. Of course, I also need to find some allies!"


    Howard Stringer moved in his heart and was about to ask. Guo Shouyun did not give him a chance.


    Looking at the fast-moving back, Howard''s thoughts flooded into his mind, but he never gave to his allies including Providence Equity Partners, Texas Pacific Capital Fund, Comscart, and DLJ Commodity Bank Partnership. Call up.


    "Boss, where are we going next?" Wang Jue asked.


    "Go home to sleep!"


    "Sleep? You just now?"


    "In the past few days, I have been worried about a few white hairs because of MGM. Of course, it is only fair that the guy Howard should be the same as me." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Looking at Wang Jue''s stunned expression, "I lied to you, send an email to Carl Bass, chairman of the board of directors of MGM, when I go back, and UU said that I would invite him to Pebble Beach at 10 am tomorrow. play golf."


    "This... Boss, I''m afraid you won''t have time to play golf tomorrow morning." Wang Jue said.


    "why?"


    "While you were negotiating with Howard Stringer just now, we received a letter from Carl Corey, Chief Operating Officer of Conscat. He hopes to visit you at Matrix headquarters tomorrow morning."


    "Conscarter? ... Hehe, it''s really interesting. They couldn''t buy Walt Disney, nor did they buy MGM. Could it be that they''re eyeing the Matrix?"


    "The other party didn''t say it!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "put my meeting with Carl Bass until the morning after tomorrow. The time and place remain the same!"


    "Yes!"


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    Chapter 695 Net Neutrality


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    "Mr. Guo, it is a great honor to visit Matrix Company!"


    Seeing the young man who was standing in front of the door to greet him, although it was the first time he had met him, but he was very familiar with it through the newspapers and media, Karl Corey hurriedly took two steps forward and stretched out his right hand in front of the other party.


    "You''re welcome, Mr. Corey, Comscart is our partner."


    Matrix''s telecom service provider is Comscat, but the most critical cable service provider is Time Warner Cable, which was an additional condition for the acquisition of The CW and Warner Records.


    Carl Corey understood the meaning of Guo Shouyun''s words, but after changing his mind, he smiled: "In my opinion, Conscat should have more cooperation with Matrix Company, we are complementary enterprises, able to communicate with each other. Create greater value for each other.��


    "I think so too!" Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, half turned around and made a gesture of invitation.


    The two men walked into the office building of the Matrix Company. Soon Carl Corey was attracting attention with movie posters hanging in the halls and hallways.


    Jaws, Jurassic Park, Tomb Raiders, Harry Potter, National Treasure, Pirates of the Caribbean, Hulk, Batman, Finding Nemo and more Wait, the large posters of Matrix Films, including the representative films of Universal and Pixar, are hung in the most conspicuous positions in the lobby and corridors, highlighting the company''s brilliance and attracting the envy of visitors.


    "Mr. Guo, under your leadership, Matrix Company has achieved amazing results, which is really enviable."


    "Comscat has made great strides in the telecom market in recent years, especially the $47.5 billion acquisition of AT&T''s broadband business, which is even more thrilling. In contrast, our matrix''s actions are much smaller."


    "Matrix has concentrated on its core business in the past two years. Film and television entertainment, games and theme parks have grown by nearly 20% each year, which has accumulated rich cash flow for Matrix. If Mr. Guo is willing, it is easy for Matrix to launch mergers and acquisitions. things." Carl Corey complimented.


    After speaking, the two came to the reception room prepared in advance.


    "Please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    "Matrix has been consolidating its main business in the past two years, integrating Universal Pictures and the Warner assets it bought. The only external acquisition was MGM Pictures, but Conscart took the lead."


    "If Mr. Guo agrees to license the TV rights of MGM''s film library and the TV rights of Matrix''s future films to Conscart, and sign an exclusive agreement, we are willing to withdraw from the MGM acquisition. , and negotiate with the matrix company."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Conscarter is really a good idea. You haven''t paid anything yet, you just want me to exclusively license the MGM film library and the TV rights of the new movies released by Matrix to you. ?"


    "Mr. Guo, we now have the upper hand in the acquisition of MGM Studios. If Mr. Guo wants us to give up, of course he has to pay certain conditions."


    "You got a head start on MGM? Mr. Corey, did you sign a deal with Gary Barber?"


    "This... Of course not!" Carl Corey frowned slightly.


    "In that case, where does Mr. Corey''s confidence come from?" After a pause, "Or, do you think you are fully capable of exceeding my offer of $15 per share?!"


    Just as Carl Corey was about to speak, he was interrupted by Guo Shouyun: "Oh, I almost forgot. With Conscart''s revenue and your $66 billion acquisition of Disney, you can really get a higher price. , but what about Sony Pictures? Providence Equity Partners, Texas Pacific Capital Fund, DLJ Commodity Bank Partners, Foursquare Group, Wall Street capital?��


    ����Maybe Sony will continue to bet on promoting their own DVD standard. But the guys on Wall Street are more risk-aware than Sony and Comscart, and they��re just focused on getting enough returns on their investments, not like Sony and Comscott, and the hidden need to promote DVD standards and enrich the channel content. �� So, how likely do you think they will follow Constat to raise the offer?"


    "By the way, one more thing. I have sent a letter to Sony headquarters that if they give up the acquisition of MGM, then all the movies in our matrix library will be recorded on Blu-ray HD DVD as standard. From Mr. Nobuyuki Idei''s Judging from the tone, they will most likely agree to my request. Therefore, if MGM''s merger is not unexpected, it is a competition between Conscart and Matrix."


    Looking at the smiling and confident young man in front of him, Karl Corey''s face was full of surprise. Although there is no way to verify the truth of what I just said. But if the Matrix really intends to support Sony''s DVD standard, then in exchange, they will probably abandon the acquisition of MGM.


    If Sony, which is the organizer of this acquisition, withdraws, the entire acquisition consortium, in addition to Providence Equity Partners, which has always been interested in the media, entertainment, communications and information industries, Texas Pacific Capital Fund, DLJ Commodity bank partnerships and Sifang Group will most likely withdraw.


    In the end, the acquisition of MGM is really likely to be a competition between Conscart and Matrix.


    And can Conscart win the Matrix? Carl Corey was really in the dark. Not only because Matrix is ??currently the media giant on Wall Street after Time Warner and Disney, it has become Hollywood''s highest-grossing film company for three consecutive years, with abundant cash flow and huge profits. More importantly, there is a Bruce Guo who can cause a financial earthquake by stomping his feet behind it.


    The Bruce Foundation, the Kwok Family Charitable Foundation, and the even stronger Phoenix Bank. This is a financial giant with $800 billion in assets. Although Citigroup, Seymour, Merrill Lynch and other institutions will have more assets than this consortium, or even double. But they can''t have as much cash flow as Bruce Guo.


    Although the Bruce Foundation is a private institution, it is unclear how much money it holds. However, the Guo Family Charity Fund, because of its charitable nature, needs to disclose its financial affairs to the society every year, so everyone knows that it...is a powerful organization with nearly 60 billion US dollars in assets. As long as Guo Shouyun is willing, he can easily use the money for his own acquisitions. Just some workarounds are needed in the middle. For example, buying bonds or original shares issued by matrix companies, etc. These are all investments permitted by law.


    And, even if Conscart gets enough money. Carl Corey is also very skeptical that the board will not be isomorphic to buy MGM.


    After all, MGM is not Disney, let alone Matrix, News Corp and Time Warner. This century-old movie giant is already a real rundown.


    Although the "007" series is tempting, no matter how tempting the copyright is, it is useless for a movie that cannot be made into a high-box office. Comscat is different from Matrix, which has produced more than 80 films in five years, each of which has no loss, proving to the world their ability in the field of filmmaking. As a layman in the film and television industry, Conscat, who does not have the ability to distribute globally, does not have such confidence.


    After thinking about all the possibilities in his mind, Carl Corey predicted that the company''s bid for MGM this time around would probably fail.


    "Mr. Guo, if we give up the acquisition of MGM as a price, then the TV rights of MGM''s film library; and the copyright of the film and television programs newly filmed by Matrix Company, can we authorize the exclusive TV broadcasting rights to us? "


    Knowing that Matrix owns Hulu, he wisely didn''t ask for the rights to broadcast the network.


    "Yes. As long as Conscart agrees to give up MGM, then your conditional matrix can completely agree."


    When we first cooperated with Time Warner Cable, it was only the film library of Matrix and Universal, which did not include newly released movies, TV, MV and variety shows.


    Carl Corey nodded. Such cooperation is probably the best condition that Conscat can obtain.


    "What does Mr. Guo think of the ''net neutrality'' principle?" Carl Corey said after pondering for a while.


    "Net neutrality?"


    Guo Shouyun smilednet neutrality'' concept can be traced back to the telecommunications law of the United States in the 1930s. At the time, the law required no telephone company to block access to calls to non-company users. After the rise of the Internet, the concept of "net neutrality" has been automatically extended, and operators are not allowed to set restrictions on data from non-company users, such as emails and videos.


    The Internet is open to everyone from the beginning of its design. Users can use network resources through simple and reasonable pricing and charging standards, and easily send and receive network content without worrying that the network traffic level of these content will be reduced.


    As the Internet has grown in popularity, treating all traffic equally is also one of the reasons why the Internet is attractive: individuals, startups, and industry giants are equal to each other. For example, people build a highway, and then require all vehicles to obey certain traffic rules, whether it is a Mercedes-Benz or a Santana, can drive on this highway.


    ''Net neutrality'' means making sure that all website content or videos will load at the same speed. ''Net neutrality'' will allow small internet companies to level the playing field with internet giants. In the US, high-speed network operators, including AT&T, Comscat, and Verizon, are looking for a legal basis for two-tier network services.

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    Chapter 696 Merger Proposal


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    In a two-tier network service model, network operators can charge additional fees to website owners who enjoy preferential locations and faster speeds. In other words, if you spend more, you can enjoy higher speed broadband and provide a better Internet experience. Just like 5G and 4G, in the same online environment, Internet companies that provide 5G broadband services are definitely more popular than Internet companies that provide 4G broadband services.


    This also means that rich big Internet companies can use their strong capital to crush small and medium Internet companies, and the strong will become stronger. At the same time, users have to pay for the expenses of big Internet companies. And the real benefits are AT&T, Comscat, Verizon and other telecom service providers.


    "''Net neutrality'' doesn''t matter to me if it''s just Matrix. But from ruby ??and Google''s point of view. I support ''net neutrality'', otherwise we''ll have to do more than just serve our customers better To please you operators."


    Carl Corey smiled, "Although Mr. Guo doesn''t like it. But network operators, all telecom companies including Comscat, AT&T, Verizon, will try their best to overturn ''net neutrality''. Although it seems that the law and Public opinion is inclined to support the principle of ''net neutrality''. But in the future, when Google, Amazon, Ruby, etc. have stabilized their leading positions, in order to suppress later competitors, they may not be so opposed to it. When it falls, the principle of ''net neutrality'' There won''t be. AT&T, Comscat, Verizon are all going to get big gains."


    Carl Corey''s words were far-sighted. Before Guo Shouyun''s rebirth, he clearly remembered that the FCC voted to overturn the "net neutrality" regulations introduced by the CCP government. Under the new regulatory scheme, broadband Internet access and mobile networks are no longer classified as ''public utilities'', but are reclassified as ''information services'' and ''private mobile services''.


    In this contest, Comscat, AT&T, Verizon and other telecom operators won!


    "Mr. Corey''s words may become a reality in the future, but for now. It is not easy for telecom companies to overthrow net neutrality." Guo Shouyun said.


    "In a few years, Conscart can still afford to wait. But Mr. Guo has always planned for the long-term. Haven''t you thought about planning for the future?"


    "What''s the meaning?"


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes.


    ��Like investing in telecom companies!��


    Looking at Carl Corey''s dazzling eyes, Guo Shouyun said indifferently: "You don''t mean to let Conscart acquire Matrix, right?"


    "No, it''s not an acquisition, it''s a ''merger''!"


    Carl Corey said the last two words with emphasis.


    "The market value of Comscott is now 62.46 billion US dollars. Although the matrix company has not been listed, its estimated market value will not be weaker than Disney''s 48 billion US dollars. Once the two parties merge, Mr. Guo''s shares in Matrix will undoubtedly become Constellation. Major shareholder of Carter Matrix. Mastering a huge company with a market value of more than $110 billion, combined with content and channels, and truly invincible in the media and telecommunications industry.��


    The merger of media and telecommunications almost became the mainstream of Hollywood before Guo Shouyun passed through. And knowing that the telecommunications company''s revenue will continue to grow with the popularity of the Internet and mobile Internet, he doesn''t mind the merger of Conscart and Matrix, but he must get absolute control of the new company.


    "Is this merger proposal Mr. Corey''s own attention, or is it the decision of Comscart management?"


    Seeing that he didn''t immediately refuse, Carl Corey''s expression immediately became uplifted.


    "Although it is my own decision now. However, Mr. Guo understands that Conscat''s acquisition of Disney some time ago, although it failed in the end, but the company''s determination to enter the media industry and enrich the content side is also well known to the outside world. Matrix It is a more promising media company than Disney, especially in the field of film and television. If Mr. Guo agrees to the merger. I guarantee that the management and board of directors of Comscat will seriously consider it and finally implement it!"


    "I am very willing to believe in Mr. Corey''s ability and assurance. However, once this matter is implemented, it will involve a huge transaction of hundreds of billions of dollars. Everything has to be considered in the long run. In addition, I hope to see this matter in the acquisition of Migao by Matrix. Start after Mei, otherwise the consequences of distracting your energy are often not very good." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    Carl Corey nodded after a brief consideration. Regardless of whether the final merger between the two parties is successful or not. Without Sony Pictures, a key ally, it would be too risky to buy MGM, a mud-footed giant, at a premium of nearly 40%. After all, Comscart has no experience in the film and television industry, and MGM''s three consecutive years of losses make it difficult to generate enough trust.


    Regarding the merger of Matrix and Comscart, Guo Shouyun and Carl Corey reached an oral agreement and assured each other that they would not disclose any news about the merger to the media until the matter finally settled down. Carl Corey Li then left in a hurry with Guo Shouyun''s escort.


    "Boss, do you really decide to merge with Conscarter?"


    Back in the office, Buddy Morris, who had been with him before, asked.


    "Do you think it''s inappropriate?"


    After waving him to sit down, Guo Shouyun asked.


    "Matrix is ??a media company, while Comscat is a telecommunications company, and the two companies are not in the same field. If they merge, it will be difficult for them to integrate into one company in the face of two unfamiliar industries. In addition, Matrix is ??now in the High-speed expansion period, "Pirates of the Caribbean", "National Treasure", "Harry Potter", "Fast and Furious", "Marvel Universe", "Dark Universe", and the "007" series after the acquisition of MGM , coupled with the film and television copyrights such as "Transformers", "Smart Ghost Recording" and "Underworld", we can get more than 7 billion US dollars in revenue every year from the movie box office and peripheral product income."


    "Matrix Games has been established for five years, and its annual revenue has increased by more than 67%. Pixar, Marvel Comics, and Matrix Records are vigorous, and our annual revenue from them has exceeded 2.4 billion US dollars. Matrix Cinema has become the world''s most luxurious cinema chain. After the expansion of Universal Studios, the revenue has also continued to grow. And in another two to three years, three giant Universal Studios in Singapore, Huaxia Magic City, and Beijing will also open. At that time, we will obtain from the theme park. revenue will more than double today.��


    "In terms of radio and television, The Voice of America and America''s Got Talent continue to be popular, and Prison Break, Lost, and the just-released The Big Bang Theory have become phenomenal TV shows in the United States. After five years of NBA broadcasting rights, CW Sports Channel has obtained the broadcast rights of the Premier League, Bundesliga, and 11 events such as Wimbledon Tennis Open and World Athletics Championships. Although the current influence of CW public television is not as good as that of NBC, CBC, ABC, Fox, but also the fifth largest public television network in the U.S., and one of the fastest growing right now. Canal+, TNT, two pay TV stations, and Hulu streaming, are also increasing subscribers.��


    After a pause, Buddy Morris calmed down and said, "Boss, we are not Comscart, their telecom business has developed to the top, and they can only rely on continuous mergers to meet the growth of performance. We are different, We still have a lot of room for improvement. Merger is not the best option for us.��


    Guo Shouyun looked at the subordinates he was already very familiar with with some surprises.


    "Buddy, it seems that you have really grown a lot in the position of CEO of Matrix Company over the years. You never said that before!"


    Buddy Morris had a hearty smile on his dark face.


    "The matrix company is growing day by day. If I, as a manager, can''t keep up with its pace and improve my ability quickly, I am afraid that even with your support, I will not be able to stay in this position for long!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, his subordinates never wanted mediocrity.


    "The Matrix company has a lot of room for improvement, but this does not prevent us from negotiating a merger with Comscat. At that time, we just need to quote our premium a little higher. Moreover, if the two sides merge, we can get the new company. control, so what''s the difference between Matrix Comcast and Matrix?"


    "But in the long run, you will suffer!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Although I may lose some capital gains in the long run. But the industry influence and social influence brought by a powerful company with a valuation of 110 billion US dollars and still growing But it effectively makes up for this lossBuddy. Money, I have no shortage of money. But industry influence is not easy to build."


    "In addition, with the increasing number of Internet users in the United States, as a broadband provider in the United States, Comscat''s business is also growing, and our merger with the other party may not be as economical as you might expect."


    "And if you look at Time Warner, if it weren''t for Time Warner Cable''s huge revenue every year, Time Warner would have been fooled by AOL long ago."


    Buddy Morris nodded.


    "How much will we pay if we merge with Comscat?"


    "As long as we guarantee that we can get 51% of the absolute controlling stake, then this premium is the most appropriate premium!"


    There was a merger of America Online and Time Warner, but the two sides were fighting infightingly, dragging down the company''s performance. Guo Shouyun definitely doesn''t want to make the same mistake in the merger of Matrix and Comscat. Either he holds the power of the company, sweeps out all the guys who dare to challenge his authority, has no ability, and ignores the overall situation, and governs with an iron fist; or, he is willing to give up this merger.

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    Chapter 697 Golf Course Negotiations


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    Buddy Morris nodded knowingly, "I''m afraid the management of Conscart may not be able to agree."


    "It can be appropriate to raise the offer. But if they still do not agree, abandon the merger."


    Although the future of the telecommunications industry is very bright, similar to electricity, transportation, etc., it belongs to the category of lying and making money, but so far he has not had much interest in entering the industry. One is that the matrix company still has huge room for development, and the other is that he thinks that the subprime mortgage crisis is a good opportunity to sweep the goods at a low price.


    Of course, if Comscat''s board and management really agreed that he would take control of the company, he wouldn''t mind moving ahead.


    "Understood!"


    Guo Shouyun got up and patted him on the shoulder, "If you have time to learn more about telecommunications, even if the merger with Conscat fails this time, we will still enter the telecommunications industry in the future."


    "Yes!"


    "Also, you are in charge of the preliminary negotiation with Conscart, and I will ask the secretariat to help you. If there is something you can''t decide, remember to contact me."


    After explaining Buddy Morris, Guo Shouyun left the company.


    The next day, Pebble Beach Golf Course.


    Guo Shouyun, dressed in white sportswear, received Carl Bass, the chairman of MGM''s board of directors, who was over 60 years old.


    "Mr. Guo, it is a great honor to receive your invitation."


    "Mr. Bass is very kind, please!"


    "Please!"


    After the two walked to the teeing area in the middle of the field, "I have always heard that Mr. Bass''s golf skills are amazing and he has won the California Golf Championship. This time you have to be merciful."


    "That''s all from when I was young. Now my energy and physical strength are not as good as before. In addition to being busy with work and playing less, my skills have regressed too much. However, Mr. Guo should be more sympathetic to my guest, and don''t let me It''s too embarrassing for me to lose." Carl Bass smiled after waving his hand.


    "You are too modest, please!"


    Karl Bass nodded, took a simple aim, twisted his body to the right, twisted his body into a bow shape, and slammed his arms down.


    With a ''bang'', the white golf ball flew into the sky like a shooting star with the flying grass clippings. In the Mediterranean climate of California, even in a sunny summer morning, it does not appear to be hot. The graceful curve fell less than half a meter away from the entrance of the cave.


    "Clap...!"


    Guo Shouyun gently applauded.


    "Mr. Bass is really skilled, and he hit a beautiful birdie as soon as he got started."


    They played the ''par three'', the par three from the shot to the hole. But now Carl Bass''s first shot is less than one meter away from the hole, and the second shot is 100% able to make the hole. One stroke below par is called a ''birdie'' in golf lingo, and two strokes below par is called an ''old win''. One stroke over par is called a ''Bokie''.


    Carl Bass also had a little more smile on his face.


    "Finally, some standards have been maintained. ... Now it''s time for Mr. Guo."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, walked to the serve point, took aim briefly, raised his arms for a while, and hit it with a ''bang''.


    The white golf ball slid across the sky and landed about ten meters away from the hole.


    "Looks like I''m still not as good at the game as Mr Bass."


    "The first shot hit the green, the second shot was advanced, and the third shot was a hole! Mr. Guo''s shot was more secure than mine."


    "Mr. Bass''s words make me a little ashamed! Please!"


    "Mr. Guo, please!"


    The two got into the convertible car next to them and came to the green.


    Green is a term in golf, which refers to the lawn where the hole is located. The grass of the green is short and smooth, which is helpful for putting the ball.


    Greens do not have a fixed size and shape, and it can be said that there are no two identical greens in the world. The area of ??each green on a standard course is generally more than 600 square meters. Green lawns are more delicate and slender than grasses in other areas of the golf course, and are more prone to disease, so they require more careful maintenance.


    Came to the green, Carl Bass hole-in-two, hit a birdie. Guo Shouyun made a hole-in-three, par.


    After the two played five holes, they took a bottle of water and sat down in the rest area next to them.


    "Mr. Guo specially invited me to play golf today, I''m afraid there is another reason?" Carl Bass, who had not waited for Guo Shouyun to speak, couldn''t help it.


    Guo Shouyun''s right hand that was drinking water paused for a while, then nodded.


    "With the wisdom of Mr. Bass, I want to understand the purpose of my invitation to come here this time."


    "MGM M&A?"


    "That''s right!"


    "Mr. Guo, you should talk to the management represented by Gary Barber on this matter. The purpose of the board of directors is only to ensure the interests of shareholders and to supervise the management to make them work for the development of the company."


    "Of course I know that. But now MGM management is not thinking about the interests of MGM shareholders, they just want to get a money from the leveraged buyout consortium formed by Sony and Comscart. Huge returns, take the opportunity to leave the sinking ship of MGM." After a pause, Guo Shouyun said calmly and unquestionably, "So, I think Gary Barber can no longer represent the interests of MGM shareholders. He...should abdicate and make way for the virtuous."


    Carl Bass'' pupils shrank, he didn''t expect Guo Shouyun to react so fiercely to Gary Barber. After thinking about it, he said cautiously: "Mr. Guo, changing the CEO of MGM requires the approval of nearly two-thirds of the entire board of directors, so even if I promise you, this matter will hardly succeed."


    "I will contact MGM board members one by one. The key is the attitude of Mr. Carl Bass."


    Seeing that this incident was inevitable, Carl Bass pondered for a moment, "Can I ask Mr. Guo a question?"


    "certainly!"


    "After acquiring MGM, what is the Matrix going to do with it?"


    "It seems that Mr. Bass still has deep feelings for MGM!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "I have worked in this company for 20 years, and there are not many 20 years in my life. If it were Mr. Guo, I think you would be the same as me!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "I understand your feelings." After a pause, "After Matrix acquires MGM, it will streamline some of its staff, and then combine its production department with that of Universal Pictures and Matrix Pictures. Integrate into one, and the distribution departments of the three companies will also be integrated. In the future, in addition to Matrix Pictures, Universal and MGM will exist as brands under the distribution department, making full use of their influence among fans, for Matrix Pictures, and Outside studios release more films."


    "Can''t it exist as an independent film company?"


    "No!" Guo Shouyun shook his head with certainty, "After I acquired Universal, the reason why I kept its production department was to avoid internal turmoil caused by the eager integration, which would then affect the company''s development. It has been two years now. It��s too much. The various departments of the company are very familiar with each other, and the problems are almost exposed. It��s time to carry out a more thorough integration, streamline personnel and institutions, eliminate the barriers formed after rapid expansion, and truly integrate the matrix into one. ."


    Guo Shouyun''s firm attitude made Carl Bass face a deep disappointment.


    "Mr. Guo, if this is the case, I would be inclined to sell MGM to a consortium led by Sony. At least they can ensure the integrity of MGM and exist as an independent film and television company."


    "I''m afraid Mr. Bass will be disappointed!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "What''s the meaning?"


    "After I announced that Matrix''s library supports Sony''s DVD standard, they have abandoned the acquisition of MGM. Matrix agreed to launch this leveraged buyout of MGM after they exclusively licensed the cable rights to their new movies and TV series."


    "How much of Wall Street''s institutional investors such as Providence, Texas Pacific Fund, and Foursquare Group are left may be willing to buy MGM at a premium of 40%? Gary Barber has been more than three years old. The failed operation of the industry has fully demonstrated that they have no talent at all. With the shrewdness of the guys on Wall Street, do you think they will be willing to invest $4.8 billion in MGM''s film library?"


    Originally, investment institutions such as Providence, Texas Pacific Fund, and Sifang Group were willing to join the acquisition. One is to take a fancy to the entertainment industry that is in full swing in the United States now, and want to take a piece of it. The other is because Howard Stringer has led Sony Columbia to develop well in recent years, so they feel that with the leadership of Howard Stringer, they should be able to pull MGM just like he led Columbia out of the quagmire of losses. ashore.


    In addition, Comscat, a giant on the "path" side, can provide a richer market and stronger channel support for MGM''s film library.


    It is because of these factors that Providence, the Texas Pacific Fund, and the Foursquare Group agreed to take a risk. Now the two most important acquisition props are all gone. The risk suddenly soared to an unbearable level, how could they continue their previous investment.


    Carl Bass is not a fool to be the chairman of MGM''s board of directors. Thinking about the cause and effect, his face instantly turned gray.


    There is no leveraged buyout consortium led by Sony. Then MGM''s candidates for acquisitions are only the Matrix, Walt Disney and Time Warner. But Walt Disney is only willing to pay $4 billion, and Time Warner is even lower, giving only $3.5 billion. Only the price given by the matrix company is higher.


    In addition, whether it is The Matrix, Disney, or Time Warner, they will no longer let MGM continue to exist as an independent film and television company, but, like The Matrix, let it give full play to the influence it has established in the hearts of movie fans over the past century. force to become an issuer.


    "Since Mr. Guo has cleared all the obstacles, why come to me? Wouldn''t it be better to go directly to Gary Barber? After all, he has no second choice other than Mr. Guo."


    "Of course I''ll go look for Gary Barber. But I''m not going to give them the terms that the Sony consortium promised in the LBO! Four people sharing $240 million is outrageous. They are not worth the price at all. So, for the sake of To avoid these guys getting into new trouble on impulse, I need to be prepared."


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun turned his head and said, "I am willing to give the nine members of the MGM board of directors, including Mr. Bass, a pension equal to your five-year salary."


    Money is the most moving thing at any time.


    Carl Bass'' eyes also lit up after hearing his words. His current annual salary as chairman of MGM''s board of directors is $500,000, and five years'' extra salary is $2.5 million, which is a huge amount of money.


    "I need to think about it before I can answer you!"


    From the movement in Carl Bass'' eyes, Guo Shouyun knew that this matter was inseparable, so he simply nodded.


    "But I hope Mr Bass can keep this matter a secret and not tell anyone for the time being."


    "And the rest of the MGM board of directors...?"


    "I will solve this of course!"


    Hearing this Carl Bass nodded and didn''t ask any more questions. He could guess that Guo Shouyun''s solution was to make money.


    But this is really the best way.


    Because of the nature of leveraged buyouts, it is always the management of the company who will get the most benefit, and the board of directors is just a "rubber stamp" that they must choose to agree to after they reach an agreement. After all, it is the management who really run the company. The board of directors is only responsible for supervising and ensuring the interests of shareholders, and does not have much connection with the actual management of the company.


    So when management puts the LBO ''gun'' at their head, no one will refuse, and can''t refuse to sign an LBO agreement.


    Unless they decide that the acquisition agreement does not reflect the true value of the company, which is rarely the case.


    After talking about the substantive content, the two played a few more rounds and then left.


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    Chapter six hundred and ninety-eight


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    Jim Chanos in a black suit pushed the door angrily and walked in.


    "Gary, I still can''t get in touch with Howard Stringer, that **** **** said he was on a business trip to Japan. So a fool would believe that at such a critical moment as the acquisition of MGM, he would actually go to Japan on a business trip?"


    The cursing Jim Chanos sat down on the sofa next to him. His sturdy and fat figure made the whole sofa sway with his huge weight. In normal times, Gary Barber would definitely make fun of this old guy, but now the strange external situation has made him have no intention of opening his mouth.


    "Carl Corey replied that there is a lot of controversy within Comscat about raising our leveraged buyout, and there is no accurate result yet, so let''s take it easy." Donato Essie said.


    "Providence Equity Partners, Texas Pacific Capital Fund, DLJ Commodity Bank Partnership, and Sifang Group are also very ambiguous. They said that they will wait for the results of Comscart and Sony Pictures before considering the next step. Whether to continue the leveraged buyout of us." Jason Parsons said.


    Looking at Gary Barber with a gloomy expression next to him, Donato Essie couldn''t help but say, "Gary, it''s been a week, do we have to wait any longer?"


    "Gary, something must have happened in between. Otherwise, the attitudes of Sony and Conscart wouldn''t have changed so quickly!" Jason Parsons said with a serious expression.


    "Of course I know there must be something wrong in the middle, but what''s the point?"


    Gary Barber said irritably.


    "Maybe it has something to do with the matrix...!"


    Jim Chanos'' words successfully attracted the attention of the three, but before he could finish speaking, there was a knock on the door of the office.


    "Come in!"


    "Boss, Mr. Bruce Guo, Chairman of Matrix Company, is waiting for you in the reception room!" Carrie, who was dressed in a straight lady''s business attire, pushed the door and said.


    "Who are you talking about? Bruce Guo?"


    Gary Barber''s violent reaction surprised Carrie, who had just become his assistant. At the moment, he nodded quickly.


    "It sure is him!"


    Gary Barber said in a complicated tone.


    "Gary, do we want to see him?" Donato Essie asked.


    "Do you think it''s possible for us to avoid seeing it now?"


    Donato Essie hesitated for a moment, then shook his head dejectedly. The most promising Sony and Conscart consortium now has an ambiguous attitude. Then of all the agencies in Hollywood interested in MGM, the highest bidder was the Matrix.


    "If we accept the matrix''s offer, all our previous efforts will be in vain!" Jim Chanos'' face showed a trace of unwillingness.


    Compared to Matrix, Sony''s leveraged buyout gave them nearly ten times the benefit.


    "Everything can be discussed, since the Matrix is ??interested in MGM, then we can fight for the best conditions for us!" Jason Parsons said.


    Hearing this sentence, the faces of the four of them improved a lot. However, Gary Barber, who had the most contact with Guo Shouyun, was not at ease. He is very aware of the difficulty of the young man, and if he is not absolutely sure, he will not come to the door to negotiate with himself.


    But no matter what, since people have come, they can''t be seen without too many choices.


    In MGM''s best reception room, Guo Shouyun took a fancy to Monet''s oil painting hanging on the wall and the extravagant decorations around him, and sighed to himself, "It''s really extravagant!"


    Unlike him, the first-generation entrepreneur, after a hundred years of MGM''s heritage, professional managers have long lost their ambition to lead the company forward. They just want to commute to get off work from 9 to 5 every day, have two days off a week, receive a high salary in peace, and take a private jet purchased with the company''s public funds to spend a pleasant weekend in a villa in the suburbs, or Driving a limousine, which was also purchased with the company''s public funds, to participate in extravagant banquets at the country club, as well as various golf and tennis games.


    When the company can''t afford this luxury, they can choose to leave with a generous pension and leave the mess to their successors. It''s even better if there''s an acquisition, and their bonuses are even bigger. In many large companies in the United States, there are too many such professional managers exist.


    Gary Barber is just one of them.


    Guo Shouyun shook his head. If his professional managers dared to spend their precious working capital on luxury cars, private jets, and senior membership cards and personal enjoyment of country clubs, he would have let them get out of the way.


    Hearing the cluttered footsteps from far to near outside, Guo Shouyun turned around and looked at the door. Soon, Gary Barber walked in with a group of MGM executives.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo, it''s a great honor to meet you."


    After briefly shaking hands with Gary Barber, "Mr. Barber, I''m not asking you to be natural, and I hope it doesn''t disturb your work."


    "Of course not, Mr. Guo is a distinguished guest that we can''t usually invite."


    "you flatter me!"


    "Please sit down!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and sat down on the sofa in the reception area next to him.


    "Mr. Guo, I came to the door in person this time, I don''t know if it was...?"


    After putting down the teacup, "The purpose of my coming here, Mr. Barber should be able to guess."


    "Acquiring MGM?"


    "Not bad!" Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively.


    "Mr. Guo, I''m very sorry, we have already agreed to the joint acquisition of Sony, Comscat, Providence Equity Partnership, Texas Pacific Capital Fund, DLJ Commodity Bank Partnership, and Sifang Group, and I am afraid we can no longer agree. You." Gary Barber shook his head.


    "Really?" Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, raised his hand to signal, and Wang Jue, who was sitting next to him, quickly took out two copies of the documents and handed them over to him.


    "I''ve got something here, Mr. Barber will see when he sees it."


    Looking at the two documents handed in front of him, Gary Barber''s heart skipped a beat, and there was an inexplicable sense of foreboding. But when he saw the contents of the file, his face suddenly became ugly.


    "After I agreed to support Sony''s DVD standard with Matrix''s film library, they have made it clear that they will give up the acquisition of MGM. On the other hand, Comscat, after I succeeded in acquiring MGM, put the film library''s exclusive TV. After the broadcasting rights were granted to them, Comscart also gave up the acquisition of MGM, leaving Providen with an interest in the entertainment industry, which could not support the overall situation. As for Texas Pacific Capital Fund, DLJ Commodity Bank Partnership , Sifang Group, without Sony''s leadership, the loss-making MGM is not worth the 40% premium in their eyes." After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled, "So, now, the only thing that can be discussed with Mr. Barber about mergers and acquisitions is I''m the only one left!"


    Putting down the information, Gary Barber stared at the man who was chatting and laughing with anger in his eyes.


    "Mr. Guo is really a good trick. He disintegrated the alliance between Sony and Conscart in a week."


    "A week is a long time."


    After a moment of silence, Gary Barber said, "I know how to accept reality. Now that Mr. Guo has prepared everything, what kind of conditions does he intend to give us?"


    "Didn''t Mr. Barber reach a verbal agreement with us before?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Don''t Mr. Guo think this agreement is too stingy?" Gary Barber said in a slightly angry tone.


    The condition he reached with Matrix CEO Buddy Morris at the beginning was that Matrix would invest $2.4 billion and take on MGM''s $1.8 billion in debt to acquire MGM as a whole at a purchase price of $4.2 billion. As MGM''s management, Gary Barber will receive three months, $3 million in salary, and $5 million in retirement compensation, for a total of $8 million. This treatment is good enough for normal acquisitions. But compared to the leveraged buyout, Sony''s promised $50 million is too far behind.


    From frugality to extravagance is easy, from extravagance to frugality is difficult. With $50 million in pearls up front, he would of course be reluctant to make Gary Barber accept the $8 million condition. More importantly, his chances of getting $50 million might have been destroyed by the person on the other side, which added to the resentment in his heart.


    "Excessive? But I think it''s normal! Even compared with the mergers and acquisitions of loss-making companies by other companies in the United States, the conditions given by our matrix to MGM''s management are already superior enough."


    Gary Barber certainly knew that $8 million in compensation was superior enough, but now he''s thinking more than $50 million. Even if Guo Shouyun and the matrix won''t give them so much in the end, they should add one or two more times.


    "Sorry, Mr. Guo, I don''t think the $8 million condition is enough for us to agree to the Matrix merger."


    "Mr. Barber, don''t think about it any more?" Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly.


    "No, Mr. Guo, please come back!"


    Gary Barber shook his head resolutely.


    In the face of rejection Guo Shouyun bent down and took the information on the table and handed it to Wang Jue.


    "Mr. Barber, I came with a cooperative attitude at first, hoping to reach a result that can satisfy both parties. Since Your Excellency does not agree, then I have to ''meet each other'', I hope Mr. Barber will not later. I''m sorry!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand.


    And seeing Wang Jue who was on the phone and Guo Shouyun who showed confidence in his tone and demeanor, Gary Barber had a bad premonition in his heart again.


    As if to confirm his guess, it wasn''t long before the closed door was pushed open from the outside.


    "Carl?"


    Looking at Carl Bass, the chairman of the MGM board of directors, Gary Barber stood up in surprise.


    After Karl Bass glanced at him, he did not respond. Instead, he turned around and walked to Guo Shouyun''s side, and stretched out his right hand.


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    Chapter 699 Acquisition of MGM


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    "Mr. Guo!"


    "Mr Bass!"


    They shook hands briefly, and after the two exchanged eye contact, Carl Bass turned around and took out a folded document from his pocket and handed it to Gary Barber.


    "Gary, this is the latest resolution of the board of directors. In view of the fact that you have been the CEO of the company for five years, you have not been able to lead the company to profitability, and in the past three years, the losses have become more and more serious. The board of directors has decided to remove you as CEO of MGM Studios. Board Executive Director. You can be compensated for March and then pack up and leave. The MGM Board of Directors and myself sincerely congratulate you on finding a new job that is more suitable for you."


    Looking at the dismissal letter that Carl Bass handed to him, Gary Barber was stunned. He thought about countless ways that Guo Shouyun might acquire MGM, but he didn''t expect that he would have a ''drawing from the bottom of the pot'' in his backyard.


    "You can''t do this, Gary has contributed so much to the company in the past five years." Jim Chanos roared.


    Compared to him, Donato Essie and Jason Parsons, the two **** supporters of Gary Barber within MGM, have the same ugly faces, but are relatively calmer.


    "It''s you, you caused all this?"


    Facing Gary Barber''s questioning, Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head.


    "This is the resolution of the MGM board of directors, and it has nothing to do with me!"


    He is not a fool. After so many people admit that he is involved with Carl Bass again, doesn''t he admit that Matrix''s acquisition of MGM is insider trading? He wouldn''t do this kind of stupid thing.


    Gary Barber took a deep breath, knowing that he had no way of getting any useful information from the cunning Bruce Guo.


    "Karl, I own 580,000 shares of MGM common stock, and I''m asking for the board to reopen...!"


    Carl Bass interrupted: "I''m sorry, you are no longer a member of the board of directors. And you hold less than 1% of MGM''s total share capital and have no derivative action rights. You can''t bring the board of directors and the board of supervisors. investigation."


    After a pause, Carl Bass said with a hint of complexity in his tone: "Gary, thank you very much for your contribution to MGM. Now you can pack your things and go through the resignation procedures. Al is already waiting for you. "


    Al Barton, Chief Financial Officer of MGM.


    "Mr. Bass, since MGM has to deal with internal affairs, I will not stay as an outsider. After the new MGM CEO takes office, we will discuss the mergers and acquisitions in detail."


    "Okay, Mr. Guo, please walk slowly!"


    "goodbye!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looked at the pale Gary Barber and walked towards the door.


    "Please wait a moment. Like... What if I agree to your acquisition conditions?"


    He stopped and looked at the hopeful look in Gary Barber''s eyes. Guo Shouyun slowly shook his head, "I''m only the chairman of Matrix now, and I can''t influence the decision of MGM''s board of directors."


    When the words fell, Gary Barber pushed the door and walked out. Wang Jue and Matthew quickly followed, and the group quickly left.


    Coming outside, Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the Golden Lion logo of MGM. If nothing else, the acquisition of MGM will not change again.


    The fact is exactly as he expected, without Gary Barber''s obstruction, the newly appointed CEO has long been bribed by him with money, so the matrix company actually invested 2.4 billion US dollars and assumed 1.8 billion US dollars of debt, the total price Acquired MGM Studios as a whole for $4.2 billion.


    That price was lower than the $15 he had offered to MGM''s board to thwart Sony Pictures'' leveraged buyout. But also more expensive than Disney and Time Warner. Without the leveraged buyout from Sony and the Constance Carter consortium, Matrix''s $4.2 billion offer is already the highest among MGM''s many potential acquirers.


    After the deal was really settled, Matrix actually held a press conference to officially reveal the deal to the much-discussed outside world.


    Along with "the end of a century of glory", "the last independent film giant disappears", "Matrix acquires MGM Studios, the tide of Hollywood consolidation intensifies" and other headlines from various media, as well as almost similar content, Matrix has The MGM acquisition became one of the biggest buzz in the business world in July 2004.


    Just when the outside world was talking about Matrix''s acquisition of MGM, Guo Shouyun, who stayed in Los Angeles, held a Matrix company manager-level meeting.


    The content of the meeting was not complicated. After briefly discussing the development of Matrix Company, Guo Shouyun officially announced that Matrix Pictures, Universal Pictures and MGM Pictures would be integrated into a unified film company - Matrix Pictures. The company consists of eleven departments, including the production department, the publicity department, the logistics department, and the post-production department. The CEO is Kevin Yang, the former CEO of Matrix Pictures, and the president is Kevin Feige. Ron Mayer, the former CEO of Universal Pictures, was promoted to chief operating officer of the company. Universal Pictures and MGM Pictures are no longer independent film companies, but brands managed by the publicity department.


    With such an integration, the ten subsidiaries of Matrix Company were reduced to nine, which improved the efficiency. At the same time, Vivendi''s 20% stake in Universal Pictures has also been compressed to only 8%.


    Finally, Guo Shouyun ended the meeting after discussing the filming plans of Matrix Films this year and next year.


    "Whoa...!"


    With the surging waves, Guo Shouyun walked out of the swimming pool.


    "Bruce, your figure is really enviable!"


    He took the bath towel handed over by Wang Jue, wiped his muscular body, and sat down on the reclining chair under the umbrella next to him.


    "If you''re willing to spend your time picking up girls and exercising, I think you''ll have a body like mine too!"


    "There are so many beauties waiting for me to spoil them. If I refuse, wouldn''t it hurt their hearts? I''m a person who cherishes fragrance and jade! Besides, if you don''t take advantage of your youth, communicate with beauties a lot, Do you have to wait until you are old enough to just watch and not be able to enjoy yourself?"


    Guo Shouyun was not surprised by what George Roosevelt said. He has always done this and said so. In addition, there are too many beautiful women who are eager to become famous in Hollywood. In such an environment, even if he wants to control, there will be a steady stream of women climbing on his bed.


    "Whatever you want, be careful not to die on a woman''s belly!"


    "Bah! Can''t you say something nice to me?"


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, and after lying down, "You didn''t deal with your woman, why did you come to me?"


    "Of course, congratulations to you. The acquisition of MGM has made Matrix stronger. According to your current development momentum, in a few years, it will surpass Disney and Time Warner to become the world''s largest media company, which is a high probability event!"


    "Really just congratulations?" Guo Shouyun rolled his eyes coldly and glanced at him. Having known each other for more than two years, he has long understood the temperament of this American brother-in-law.


    "Hey, I know I can''t hide anything from you." George Roosevelt acted with enthusiasm and attentiveness, "I heard that you are planning to make the 21st "007"?"


    "You are very well-informed. Matrix Films just passed the resolution to prepare for the filming of "007" at the meeting. The company''s website has not been announced yet, you will know it here."


    "If you want to make a name for yourself in Hollywood, of course you need to be well informed." After a pause, "Bruce, I don''t want to be the hero of "007". How about leaving the role of Bond Girl to me?"


    "Didn''t I already give you the heroine of "Van Helsing"?"


    "Of course, more of this kind of thing is better. And the heroine of "Van Helsing" has higher requirements for the role''s acting skills. "007" as long as beautiful is enough, which is just right for me." George Roosevelt paused, his tone suddenly changed He said ambiguous, "You wouldn''t plan to leave her to your little lover named Eva Green, would you?"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t care about the joke in the guy''s mouth, "Since you want it, I''ll give it to you. But if the person you recommend can''t pass the review of the director team, don''t say I didn''t help you!"


    "Don''t worry, I still know the rules!" George Roosevelt assured, patting his chest.


    Favors belong to human feelings, Guo Shouyun will not ruin his career because of human feelings.


    "It''s getting dark. How about having dinner together? I''ll treat you!"


    "Next time. I''m still entertaining tonight!"


    "Okay!" George Roosevelt shrugged, "I''ll go first then."


    Ballroom of the Waldorf Astoria Los Angeles ~ www.novelhall.com~ Bush hosted a dinner here today to raise funds for his campaign. As his die-hard supporter, Guo Shouyun was also invited.


    Today''s Guo Shouyun is no longer a small person who has just entered the business world for two thousand years. Now under his banner, there are the sixth largest bank in the United States ''Phoenix Bank'', the fourth largest oil company ''Unocal'', the world''s largest electricity and natural gas company ''Pacific Energy'', the world''s third largest media company ''Matrix'', Ruby, Apple, Guo''s Business Group, and Google have also become important companies in their respective fields.


    This series of achievements made this 25-year-old young man become the focus of attention the moment he stepped out of the car.


    It''s just that Guo Shouyun lives in a secluded place on weekdays and rarely participates in dinners and dances in the upper class, so not many people know him here, and no one comes up to greet him rashly.


    Of course, when he came to the banquet hall where the crowd gathered, there were more and more familiar people.


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    Chapter 700 A Dinner Party


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    "Hi, Bruce!"


    A middle-aged man with golden glasses walked towards him with a smile.


    "Mr. Stevenson, I didn''t expect to meet you here!"


    Paul Stevenson, President and Chief Operating Officer of Exxon Mobil.


    After the two simply shook their right hands, "After saying goodbye to Mr. Guo at the Brazilian oil tender last time, I didn''t expect to meet again after a year."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Time flies so fast, it''s already a year in a flash. If I had known that entering the mall would be so busy, I should feel at ease as a writer. I have nothing to write about, and spend time with my wife and children on Saturdays and Sundays. the end of a lifetime.��


    "Mr. Guo is joking. If this is the case, I am afraid that there will be one less legend in the business world and one less genius in the financial world."


    "Mr. Stevenson has won the prize. There are billions of people in the world, and there are so many talented people. I just picked the right time, and I just had a bit more luck than them!"


    "Mr. Guo is too modest." Paul Stevenson''s eyes flashed after a pause, "This year, in the seventh round of oil bidding by the Brazilian Petroleum Agency, the four ultra-deep sea blocks have all fallen into the hands of Unocal Petroleum Corporation. It seems that Mr. Guo really has a soft spot for exploration in the deep water area of ??the St. Paul Basin."


    Facing the temptation, Guo Shouyun''s face was calm, "It''s not that I have a soft spot for it. It''s just the shallow water area and ordinary deep water area of ??S?o Paulo. In the past ten years of exploration by the Brazilian Petroleum Bureau, no large oil fields have been discovered. So I also Don''t want to waste time here. Plus I''m a bit of a gambler, so I''m going to try my luck in ultra-deep water."


    "Is it really just a matter of luck?"


    "Then what else does Mr. Stevenson think? ... Or do you think I''ll be witchcraft and be able to know in advance that there are large oil fields in the ultra-deep waters of the St. Paul Basin?"


    "Mr. Guo really knows how to joke!"


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "So, I just want to gamble, it''s that simple."


    "Mr. Guo is really generous. In the past year, Unocal has spent more than US$300 million on exploration and development in the ultra-deep water area of ??Sao Paulo! It is hard to imagine that Unocal''s board of directors will also agree to your continued exploration and development in the ultra-deep water area of ??the Sao Paulo Basin in Brazil. invest."


    "Although Unocal''s exploration in the deep water area of ??Sao Paulo in Brazil has not yielded much, its own revenue has not been dragged down, has it?"


    Paul Stevenson nodded, "Unocal has been investing heavily in oil and gas forward agreements. With the rise in oil and gas prices over the years, your company has indeed gained a lot of returns. However, Mr. Guo believes that How much room is there for oil and gas prices to rise? When will the peaks occur?��


    "Exxon Mobil is also interested?"


    "Exxon Mobil is an oil company, and we''ve always been financially conservative. Forward agreements are too risky for us."


    Although Unocal, Ruby Mall, and Pacific Energy, under the command of Guo Shouyun, have made a lot of money by investing in forward agreements for bulk trading products. But there are not many big groups that really follow suit. Because no one can accurately judge the prices of commodities such as oil, natural gas, iron ore, coal, etc. one year from now, two years from now.


    There are too many variables in the middle, once a black swan event is encountered. The loss is not a single star, but billions, or even billions of dollars.


    The CEOs of Exxon Mobil, Chevron, Vale and others, under the constraints of their boards, dare not take such risks. That is, Guo Shouyun, who has absolute controlling rights in each of his companies, can let them follow his baton and invest in high-risk financial products.


    In addition, these large oil and gas companies and mining companies like Guo Shouyun''s adventure, because the price he gives is often higher than the market price. At least for now, it looks profitable. And to ensure that they don''t lose equipment depreciation because of production cuts.


    "If you don''t take risks, how can you get excess returns!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Unfortunately, not everyone has absolute control over the company like Mr. Guo."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Call me over there!"


    He pointed to Karl Rove who was waving at him not far away.


    "I hope to have a chance to chat with Mr. Guo later!"


    "certainly!"


    After the two shook hands and said goodbye, Guo Shouyun took champagne and walked towards the middle circle.


    "Bruce, you''re late!"


    Before Karl Rove, Mr. George Bush took two steps forward and took the initiative to take Guo Shouyun''s left arm. This kind of intimacy clearly sends a signal to the outside world - we are friends, very close ones.


    In this regard, Guo Shouyun is not surprised. Five years later, he''s not what he used to be. In the face of huge capital and an increasingly astonishing network of connections, even dear Mr. Bush Jr. will deliberately win over.


    "Just met and chatted with Mr. Exxon Mobil Stevenson for a while." After hugging Bush Jr., Guo Shouyun turned around and opened his arms to embrace Karl Rove.


    "Carl, you seem to have lost a lot of weight!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "You know, it''s a busy time recently!" Karl Rove laughed.


    "Bruce!"


    "Arnold!"


    Now Schwarzenegger is no longer a tough guy on the Hollywood screen, but became the governor of California with the support of the Kennedy family.


    As the most economically developed state in the United States, the political status of the governor of California has always been at the forefront in the United States. It is not surprising that he is in Bush''s inner circle today.


    The relationship between the two is not unfamiliar, or even familiar. Because Schwarzenegger''s wife Maria Shriver is Wendy''s best friend, the two often go shopping with each other and visit each other''s homes, so they have become familiar with each other.


    However, the person standing next to Schwarzenegger surprised Guo Shouyun.


    "Mr. Fleurin Yusen, it is an honor to meet your Excellency."


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to get to know me. It''s really nice." Pete Fleelingyusen stretched out his right hand with a smile.


    "Mr. Frelin Yusen is a director of Occidental Petroleum Corporation, how could I be unfamiliar with it!"


    Occidental Petroleum was once the fifth largest oil and gas company in the United States, but as Unocal continued to expand, its position slipped back to where Unocal used to be.


    However, Guo Shouyun knew each other not only because he was a director of Occidental Petroleum Corporation, but also a director of a Fortune 500 company in his eyes, but the real reason was that Pete Fleuringyusen was an American political leader. A direct member of the family, the Fleilling Yusen family.


    Perhaps for most Chinese people, when it comes to political families in the United States, the most familiar ones are often Roosevelt, Bush, Adams, Kennedy, Harrison, etc., but the Fralin Yusen family is no less than their top American political family. family.


    In this family, there have been four federal senators, two federal representatives, and a federal cabinet minister. Unlike other big families in the United States, the Fleilling Yusen family has never extended their dynasty to the east and west coasts of the United States, but has always focused on the place where they lived - New Jersey.


    From the first generation of members of the Fleeling Yusen family to participate in the American Revolutionary War and serve as a senator from New Jersey, this family dynasty in New Jersey politics has lasted for six generations and is unmatched by other big families in American politics. .


    To this day, Rodney, the sixth-generation member of the Frieling Yusen family, is still a member of the House of Representatives. He and his father, Pete, continue to serve as members of the House of Representatives from New Jersey for nineteen terms. The U.S. House of Representatives is re-elected every two years, which means that today''s Fraering Yousson dynasty has been inherited for 38 consecutive years.


    Judging from the current development of the Fralin Yusen family, this big family can still continue to pass on its influence in New Jersey and even the entire United States.


    As the youngest son of the contemporary Fleeling Yousen family, Pete Fleeling Yousen is naturally qualified to stand beside Bush Jr. And their family is also the Optimus Prime in the Republican Party, an ally that Bush needs to strive for re-election.


    The two greeted each other and shook hands. "Forgot to congratulate Mr. Guo. After the acquisition of MGM Studios, the strength of Matrix has increased to a higher level, and your influence in the media industry has become stronger!"


    "MGM''s debt level is not low. I only hope that this acquisition is not a Waterloo of Matrix." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    When the words fell, he changed the subject, "George, is Mr. Herbert okay?"


    "Father has always been obsessed with you. If you go to visit, I think he must personally entertain you with the Mouton that he has treasured for 20 years!" Bush said with a smile.


    He is happy to show his close relationship with Guo Shouyun, who is more and more like a business tycoon and financier, and is about to become the founder of a top business family in front of everyone.


    "Looks like I''m going for a trip. The 20-year-old Mouton is very attractive!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Close ties with the Bush family are also what he would like to see. So both sides get what they want.


    "Bruce, you are still the best. When I usually go, Herbert is reluctant to take out his treasured red wine to entertain me." Karl Rove smiled.


    "Isn''t this normal? Everyone knows that you are an alcoholic. If you are concerned about it, I am afraid that Mr. Herbert''s treasure will not be preserved."


    The three people chatting and laughing freely indeed reminded the outside world a lot. Guo Shouyun was not used to staying at such banquets for too long, so he had a brief exchange with Bush Jr., Karl Rove, and some friends he knew. After leaving $10 million in political donations, he left.


    Now he is eligible to retire early.


    But the next day he received bad news.


    "Boss, former MGM Studios CEO Gary Barber sued Matrix in Los Angeles Superior Court, arguing that the company used improper means in the process of acquiring MGM Studios. And bribed MGM Studios. The board of directors, forcing him to resign. Now this case has been accepted by the Los Angeles Superior Court." Wang Jue spoke while holding his mobile phone.


    "Gary Barber, this guy is really unsafe!" Guo Shouyun frowned slightly and thought for a while, "Tell Buddy to hire the best commercial litigator in the United States to deal with this case. "


    "Don''t mediate privately? After all, this matter will affect the company''s reputation!"


    "No need." Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Gary Barber wants nothing more than money. If we contact him privately so quickly, it will make him feel that there is a chance of ''the lion''s mouth'', and he has to take an inch. Moreover, the acquisition of rice Gaomei Pictures, Matrix''s offer is the highest. As for bribing the board of directors, it is nonsense. We just increased the retirement compensation of board members. This is a method that many companies use in the acquisition process. So , even if this lawsuit is fought, we will not necessarily lose."


    "Understood!"


    Wang Jue noddedIs there any news from Xiaojing? "


    "Now she has contacted Rover with representatives of Red Star Auto Group, and is still in the negotiation process. However, given Rover''s current bad situation, this acquisition should be easy."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Let James prepare, we''ll go to Austin tonight!"


    "Austin, we''re not going back to San Francisco?"


    "I won''t go back for the time being. After seeing Bush Sr, I will fly directly to London!"


    "I''ll call right away!"


    Wang Jue nodded and turned to leave.


    Guo Shouyun put down the document in his hand, and there was a deep thought in his eyes. Bush''s four years on stage are still crucial, and the relationship between the Bush family cannot be relaxed.

 v2 Chapter 701： Red Star Autos Reform

    Chapter 701: The Reform of Hongxing Automobile


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    London Heathrow Airport ranks seventh in the world for airport passenger transfers. After visiting Bush Sr. in Austin, Texas, Guo Shouyun came here on his own private jet, the Kunpeng.


    Revisiting the old place, seeing this city that once carried his countless memories, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but feel a little emotion in his heart.


    No. 196 Park Street, this is a 389-square-meter three-storey street-facing apartment, and the only apartment under Guo Shouyun. It is located in central London, just one block from the Royal Academy of Arts.


    When Molly Bevin was studying here, the apartment was their frequent date love nest. Today, the people are still in a coma. The apartment they named ''Rose'', although cleaned by the servants, is not as sweet as it used to be. Only the photos of the two people''s voices and smiles placed in the corners are still telling the story of the past.


    "Boss, this is the information you want about Rover Motors."


    Wang Jue interrupted Guo Shouyun''s meditation with some caution.


    "I know, let it go!"


    Putting the documents on the table, Wang Jue, who was about to turn around and leave, stopped again. After hesitating for a while, "What do you want for lunch?"


    "As usual, home-cooked food is enough!"


    Noticing her strangeness, Guo Shouyun turned around and said with a smile, "Don''t worry about me. After so many years, no matter how serious the heartbreak has been, it has long since healed. It''s just that I can''t help but have more memories when I come back here again."


    "Then I''ll go to work first!"


    Wang Jue said with a sigh of relief.


    "Go!"


    After sending her away, Guo Shouyun turned around and looked through the window at the Royal Academy of Arts in the distance shrouded in the rain, with a trace of sadness in his eyes.


    However, Guo Shouyun will not let his feelings affect his work.


    Two days after Guo Shouyun arrived in London, Brito also flew here from the capital.


    After handing the brewed coffee to Brito, Guo Shouyun sat down on the sofa opposite him.


    "In the past few months, you have been moving a lot. I heard that the staff under you even gave you the nickname of ''Iron Masked Foreigner''?"


    Brito smiled, put down the coffee cup and said, "Actually, I quite like the nickname they gave me!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "The rumor of Xiangtorch''s collapse some time ago caused some turmoil within the company. In addition, Delong has been making mergers and acquisitions within the automotive industry in recent years. Although the scale has increased, the integration work has not been done properly. In this case, the implementation of iron fist management is very necessary."


    "In the past three months, through comprehensive evaluation, Red Star Auto Group has streamlined 1,873 unqualified employees, accounting for about 10% of the total number of employees in the group. Work efficiency has increased by 13.4%, and wage expenses have decreased by 43 million Chinese dollars."


    ���� passed the new employee rating system, from the group CEO to the newly recruited employees, a total of 11 different levels. Each level corresponds to different salaries and bonuses, which effectively improves the work efficiency of employees. In addition , We have set up technical training courses in various factories to provide free technical training to the incoming workers to improve their work ability, and also cultivate excellent technical workers for the group. In addition, we have also established automobile research and development institutions in Wuchang and Chang''an, Improve the weak R&D system and R&D facilities of Red Star Automobile Group.��


    "...In terms of business, we sold the iron armor off-road vehicle production business, as well as several parts factories in Fengtian and Quancheng. We have formed heavy vehicle production bases mainly in Chang''an and Shancheng, and auto parts production mainly in Zhuzhou and Modu. Base, a family car production base mainly in Xiaogan and Ningbo, with six business blocks.��


    "In the next three to six months, the main task of Hongxing Automobile is to upgrade the automobile production equipment and improve the production efficiency and quality of the whole vehicle. Establish new production standards and quality inspection systems, and conduct research and development for new models."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said with a smile: "It seems that you are right to choose you to be the CEO of Red Star Automobile Group. In three months, you have sorted out the management, production and R&D systems of the entire group very clearly, and laid a solid foundation. Good foundation."


    "I couldn''t have done so much without your full financial support."


    "It seems that after staying in China for a while, you have also learned to be humble." After a pause, Guo Shouyun briefly thought for a moment, "You have no problem with the transformation of Red Star, I only have a few things to add here. First, the automotive industry belongs to In technology-intensive enterprises, executives, R&D personnel and technical elites are the core talents that we cannot ignore. If we want to retain these talents and not be poached by other companies, money alone is not enough. We must use shares and options. It is planned to take out 49% of the shares of Red Star Auto and set up an employee stock ownership club with 500 million preferred shares. In the future, the middle-level and above employees of Red Star Auto Group can get part of the options and enjoy the annual dividends of this part of the options. At the time of Red Star, the employee stock ownership will recover the option at the market price.��


    It is said that there are similarities in success. Guo Shouyun intends to learn Huawei''s management methods: retaining talents with high salaries, and attaching importance to R&D.


    Of course, this also means that Red Star will not be listed in the future.


    After leaving some time for Brito to digest, "There is also the sales system of Red Star Auto. I don''t want to cooperate with dealers, but all direct sales. In the next year, Red Star Auto will set up 4S in 334 prefecture-level cities in China. In the second year, 4S stores will be established in 363 county-level cities in China. In the third year, the 4S stores directly operated by Red Star Motors will be expanded to all counties with a population of more than 300,000 in China. The international market is temporarily dominated by cooperation. In the future, our main market will be Huaxia."


    "Boss, doing this will consume a lot of our time and money!" Brito frowned slightly.


    "But it can also increase our income, right? Moreover, facing customers directly allows us to understand their feedback on the use of vehicles in a timely manner, and timely handle customer complaints and improve service levels, which is very important for shaping the image of Red Star Auto. It''s important!" Guo Shouyun said firmly.


    Before his rebirth, the video of the female owner of a Changan Mercedes-Benz crying while sitting on the hood became popular on the Internet. Several similar rights protection cases followed, which not only uncovered the dark side of the auto industry, but also made the high-end luxury that Mercedes-Benz has built in China for decades. The goodwill of the car fell to the ground in an instant, and it fell to pieces.


    The catchphrase ''drive a Mercedes, ride a BMW'' has become ''Mercedes made women cry in the car'', ''did your Mercedes leak oil'', etc. It is certain that Mercedes is slow on this matter, And the stupid handling of the 4S store directly destroyed the high-end image of Mercedes-Benz in the minds of consumers.


    This fact fully shows that it takes decades or even longer to build a brand; it may only take a few hours or even a few words to destroy a brand.


    Therefore, Red Star Motors, which also intends to enter the field of high-end luxury cars, must not make mistakes in sales. The best way is to establish a direct-operated 4S store with unified standards for sales and after-sales. Because distributors only care about profits, they never care about the reputation of cars among consumers.


    "You don''t have to worry about funding, I will support you. All you have to do is train enough qualified employees for the 4S store!"


    "clear!"


    Without financial constraints, Brito is confident to do this well.


    "In addition, for mature automotive platforms, such as our Hongyan heavy truck, and the Rover 25, 45, 75 and other models to be acquired, we should make a small change every year, a change every three years, and a major change every five years. Change, run fast, and iterate quickly. Keep up with the most cutting-edge technologies and always be at the forefront of automotive design and manufacturing.��


    Building a car is different from the Internet. If the Internet starts from nothing, it can develop through rapid iteration, but the car is different. It must be a mature model when it is launched to the market.


    From scratch, a model needs to go through market research, conceptual design (general layout, styling design and clay model), engineering design (general layout, body data design, engine engineering design, body-in-white engineering design, site engineering design, interior Decoration engineering design, electrical engineering design), prototype test (wind tunnel test, proving ground test, road test, crash test before entering mass production stage, namely: stamping, welding, painting and General assembly.


    Such a process requires a team of thousands of people, investment of more than one billion yuan, and three to five years of research and development to do it. Although with the advancement of new technologies, especially the use of modular assembly methods, this process is much shorter than in the past, but the development of a new car also needs to be measured in years.


    Of course, improving on a mature car platform takes less trouble and takes much less time. Modification and replacement are two completely different concepts.


    Brito originally wanted to talk about the issue of funds, but when the words came to his lips, he remembered the generous investment of the big boss in the sales system, and swallowed it back.


    After explaining what he thought to Brito, he changed the subject again.


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 v2 Chapter 702： Rovers problem

    Chapter 702 Rover''s Problem


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    "Have you been looking at Rover''s information?"


    "Tell me briefly."


    Brito nodded and organized the language, "In 1994, after BMW acquired Rover, it invested more than 3 billion US dollars to transform its production line and R&D system, although it failed to reverse Rover''s predicament in the end. , but its stamping, welding, painting, final assembly, as well as engine and chassis production lines are the world''s top, research and development capabilities and technical reserves are also very good, K series engines are durable, fuel-efficient and noise. One of Ward''s top ten engines."


    ��In terms of assets, 580 acres of industrial land in two Rover factories, 6 production lines and 2 engine production lines, and an office area in Birmingham, worth about $2.5 billion. Technology, Rover 25, 45, 75, 75 Tourer models As well as MGZR, ZS, ZT, ZT-T and the best-selling MGTF sports car in the UK, the full technology of the XPOVER road car is worth around $400 million. Also the Austin brand, but after losing the mini we want to get into the minicar space , can only be developed from scratch. To sum up, the assets of Rover Motors are now about 3.2 billion US dollars.��


    "In terms of debt, Rover owes $3.94 billion in bank loans and institutional financing, $780 million in loan payments to suppliers, $130 million in wages for workers, and a total of $4.85 billion in accumulated liabilities. The largest of which was provided by BMW in 2000. A 10-year interest-free loan of ��427m."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said, "Instead of debt, I''m more concerned about why Rover has fallen to where it is now? Even BMW Group didn''t save them."


    "I''m afraid we have to start from the root. ... The birthplace of the modern industrial revolution is the United Kingdom, but the British are conservative, and have a lot of doubts about this new thing from the moment the car was named. Not long after the invention of the car, the European continent was very concerned about it. Cars were produced and used with an enlightened policy, and the UK, on ??the other hand, started to implement ''red flag laws''."


    "The law, which was enacted under great lobbying by Britain''s powerful railway group, prohibits cars from going faster than walking speed and requires a signalman with a red flag in front of cars when driving in town. A serious obstacle. In 1896, this unpopular law was abolished, and the British automobile industry, which relied on strong economic strength and excellent talents, ushered in a golden age, and famous car brands such as Rolls-Royce and Bentley emerged."


    "But after the end of World War II, the British government began to implement tariff protection for the domestic auto industry. Due to this reason, Britain''s efforts to join the European Community suffered many setbacks. In the end, the British government made a compromise and canceled the tariff. Barriers. The UK auto industry, while not facing a fundamental shake-up, is starting to face competition from foreign products.��


    "In addition, since 1952, the United Kingdom began to implement a policy of installment and credit sales, but the United Kingdom is an importing country. In order to improve the balance of payments, the British government often adopted a policy of reducing the domestic economic growth rate and restricting domestic demand to encourage exports. 1952-1973 In 2008, the Installment Payment Act was amended 18 times, resulting in fluctuations in domestic demand. British car manufacturers did not dare to increase production rashly because they could not grasp the pulse of domestic demand. For example, in 1961, the production capacity of British car factories was 3 million vehicles. Only 1 million were actually produced. At a time when British cars turned to export, the British government introduced a policy of protecting the pound in the late 1960s, which made British car exports unprofitable.��


    "With both domestic and external demand weak, the production and sales of the UK auto industry can only be maintained at a low level, which affects the innovation capacity of the UK auto industry and further aggravates the backwardness of the UK auto industry."


    "The ups and downs of British policy over the past century have resulted in British cars never entering real mass production. So, whether it''s Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Rover, Land Rover, Jaguar, or Aston Martin, Austin , they are all high-end luxury cars that strive for perfection, led by stubborn and conservative British people, like a conservative old aristocrat, never designing cars from the user''s point of view. What they want is to design cars that they think are excellent, so that The market has come to accept them. So the British car has always been a royal car, a noble car, an art that has been tempered, not a means of transportation for people to travel."


    "Under this ideological guidance, the performance and comfort of British cars are certainly satisfactory. However, compared with their counterparts such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Toyota, etc., there is a slow update and iteration, which is not suitable for the real market demand. , advertising and marketing strategies are low, and even the level of coping, will naturally be eliminated by the market."


    "As for why BMW lost nearly 3 billion US dollars after acquiring Rover. In fact, many investigation agencies have different conclusions, but in summary, it is BMW''s positioning problem at the beginning. BMW''s acquisition of Rover is to use Rover''s century-old accumulation. He improved the popularity, technology, and products of luxury cars, and perfected his car series. So he updated Rover''s production plant and developed the Rover 75 sedan, which was popular in the market, but did not fundamentally change Rover''s organization. structure, management method, reward and punishment system, corporate culture and marketing model.��


    "Rover is still the same Rover, although it has become a subsidiary of BMW, it has not changed its core. Naturally, losses will not change easily. Therefore, if we acquire Rover, in addition to using its technology to improve our new car Research and development, use his brand and channels to develop the international market, especially the European market. But the first thing to do is to carry out an all-round and thorough transformation of its management, marketing, especially the corporate culture from the top down. If Otherwise, our acquisition of Rover would not be very different from BMW''s."


    "In addition, the transformation of corporate culture cannot be achieved overnight. It may take us several years, or even more than ten years. Coupled with the current atmosphere of the British auto industry, our transformation may not be successful."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and pondered for a moment, "Bruituo, I believe in your ability. So how to transform Rover and how to develop Red Star Automobile Group, you can follow your ideas with confidence and boldness on the basis of my suggestions. You can find the best managers, R&D and sales people in the world, and I''ll give you plenty of money. If BMW can bring Rolls-Royce back to life, and VW can bring Bentley back to life, there''s no reason we can''t. I always believe that things are done by people, and people will conquer the sky!"


    Guo Shouyun''s words were full of self-confidence and had a strong appeal, which made Brito, who was sitting next to him, also momentarily frustrated.


    "To have a talented designer like the boss, who is full of imagination and prolific in terms of car shape, interior, aerodynamics, etc., I believe that it is not a dream to revitalize Rover and make Red Star Auto Group become the world''s top car manufacturer!"


    Now I think of the exquisite and beautiful car design drawings Guo Shouyun showed him, and my heart is still full of excitement. This is his greatest confidence to reverse the decline of Rover.


    "I also believe that the Red Star Auto Group will have such a future!" Guo Shouyun took out a bunch of keys from his pocket and handed it over.


    "This is?"


    "You may have to run between China and the UK in the future, so I ordered a Boeing business jet for your use, take it!"


    Looking at the medicine spoon handed in front of him, Brito had a surprised look on his face The Bracco Investment Company where he worked before had never been treated like this.


    "Is this... appropriate?"


    "Although I agree with the frugal and efficient company management methods and culture advocated by Lehman, I don''t think it is the right thing for senior executives to waste their precious time on waiting and transferring. Companies with more business will have a business jet for senior management to travel on business. So you are not an exception, and you don��t need to excuse yourself!��


    Hearing this, Brito sighed in relief and took the medicine spoon over. He has worked for many years in Breco Investments, the predecessor of 3G Capital, and has become accustomed to its thrift for senior officials. Now it has suddenly changed, which is really uncomfortable.


    "Okay, you just flew to London from the capital, so take a good rest. We''ll go to Birmingham Long Bridge tomorrow morning."


    "Yes!"


    "I go first!"


    After Guo Shouyun waved his hand, he turned and left the hotel where Brito was staying.

 v2 Chapter 703： Conversation with Sir Alex

    Chapter 703 Dialogue with Lord Ferguson


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    After leaving the hotel where Brito stayed, it was already evening. Guo Shouyun did not go home, but came to a private club near Hyde Park.


    After sitting in the reserved box for a while, Wang Jue walked in with a gray-haired old man pushing the door.


    Seeing the person coming, Guo Shouyun put down the things in his hand and greeted him with a smile.


    "Sir Ferguson, it''s a pleasure to meet you!"


    Alex Ferguson, Manchester United manager.


    Guo Shouyun liked football very much in his last life, so the acquisition of Manchester United is what he has always wanted to do. However, in order to avoid repeating the story of Murdoch''s failure in 1999, it was not until the local tyrant Abramovich bought Chelsea, which made all British fans feel the huge improvement effect of "Golden Dollar Football" on the team''s lineup and performance.


    During this period of time, he has acquired more than 40% of Manchester United''s shares through his various branches, and he is about to pool these stocks, officially appear in the media''s field of vision, and initiate a formal acquisition of Manchester United.


    Of course, before that, he still has a lot of work to do, such as the Lord Ferguson in front of him.


    Winning the support of this Manchester United soul has an immeasurable effect on appeasing fans and reducing obstacles from the outside world.


    "Mr. Guo, I am also honored to meet you!"


    Holding the opponent''s right hand, Ferguson also subconsciously looked at the young man opposite. Although his main focus is football, he is no stranger to Bruce Guo''s reputation. After all, this one is too well-known in the business world. In addition, Bevin Sports Economics, which has been flourishing in the sports world in recent years, is also said to have this backing.


    "Please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    "The steak here is very good. I have ordered one for your Excellency. In addition, this bottle of Patus 98 is my own collection, and I gave it to Sir Alex Ferguson as a gift for this meeting."


    "Mr. Guo''s gift is really exciting, but before that, I would like to know the purpose of your invitation?"


    This time he came to London for a transfer and received an invitation from Guo Shouyun halfway through. Although the double-reverse has never been involved before, the invitation of this world-class rich man is not easy to refuse. And Bevin Sports Economics also has many stars he is optimistic about.


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "With Mr. Ferguson''s smart thinking, he should have guessed the purpose of my invitation to you this time."


    "You want to buy Manchester United?" Ferguson''s pupils shrank.


    The only thing in himself that can interest the super-rich seems to be Manchester United.


    "That''s right! I''ve always been very interested in football, and I''ve always wanted to own a football club. But I don''t like inferior products. I''ve searched 20 teams in the Premier League, and only Manchester United is my favorite. As a team owner The manager, the indispensable soul of the Manchester United team, I hope Sir Alex Ferguson can help me with this acquisition."


    After secretly saying "sure enough", "I think Mr. Guo must have found the wrong person. When you buy Manchester United, you should go to the stock market, or find Magnier and Dobson, who are both major shareholders of Manchester United."


    "No no!" Guo Shouyun shook his head, "Magnier and Dobson are businessmen, as long as the price is sufficient, they will not refuse. But Mr. Ferguson is different, your presence is crucial to Manchester United''s performance. So, I have to get your consent first. After all, I want a strong Manchester United team, not a soft persimmon."


    Guo Shouyun''s words made Ferguson, who was stubborn and proud, quite proud. It is a pleasant thing for everyone to be affirmed by a big man.


    Noticing the change in Ferguson''s expression, Guo Shouyun decided to strike while the iron was hot.


    "Since Mr. Ferguson knows me, he wants to know more about my situation. For Manchester United, I am just purely interested, and I have no idea of ??making money from it. So, I can provide sufficient financial support to the team. In addition, I can guarantee , give you at least 50 million pounds every season to strengthen Manchester United''s lineup. Moreover, it is up to Mr. Ferguson to decide which player to buy or sell, and I will not interfere."


    Ferguson naturally knew about Guo Shouyun''s wealth. After all, the Forbes list is there every year. The list of the world''s top 500 companies is also not difficult to check.


    However, in his cognition, all successful people have sufficient confidence and pride in their actions and decisions. Can he really resist not interfering in the management of the team? Ferguson was heartbroken.


    "Since Mr. Guo doesn''t care about anything, why did you buy the Manchester United team? In addition, as far as I know, you decide the main lineup of your NBA Clippers team yourself."


    "It seems that Sir Alex Ferguson really knows me well. The Clippers'' main lineup was indeed decided by me, but the Clippers were the bottom in the NBA and lacked a good coach like Your Excellency. Playing in person. And after Coach Brown''s success, I seldom asked. ... As for the purpose of buying Manchester United, it''s actually very simple. I love football and have always wanted to own a giant football team. Buying Manchester United is for that purpose.��


    After a pause, "Of course, I also understand Mr. Ferguson''s concerns. As the owner of the team, it is really hard to believe that he will never intervene in the management of the team. But I can guarantee that as long as the team does not have a season I won''t get into the team''s management. After all, I''m different from Magnior and Dobson. I own Phoenix Bank, Matrix, Pacific Energy, Hanhua Holdings and other world-class companies. I''m busy with my day-to-day business, and I don''t have much time to focus on Manchester United."


    The last sentence is obviously easier for Ferguson to believe. Guo Shouyun, who has many large companies under his banner, really has the qualifications to regard Manchester United as a pastime.


    "For Mr Ferguson''s contract at Manchester United, I can raise your salary to ��4.5 million a year, and I promise you are Manchester United manager as long as Mr Ferguson doesn''t want to retire."


    Hearing this, Ferguson couldn''t help but be moved.


    Because of the issue of the distribution of the ''Rock of Gibraltar'' horse, after the standoff with Magnier, the major shareholder of Manchester United, the contradiction between the two sides is constantly intensifying. Coupled with the unsatisfactory performance of Manchester United in the 2003-04 season, in addition to an FA Cup championship which is considered a little weight, they only won a somewhat tasteless Community Shield Cup championship. The most important league title was lost to the season-undefeated Arsenal; the Champions League was knocked out of the quarter-finals and was swept away by the Portuguese giants Porto 2:1.


    Because of the poor performance, it directly led to Magniir''s fire on the renewal of Sir Ferguson''s contract. Coupled with the issue of Saha''s contract renewal, the transfer of American goalkeeper Howard, the salary of Rio Ferdinand, etc., a total of 63 questions have been asked, which directly made Sir Alex embarrassed in front of the media and the Manchester United board. He had to accept a two-year short-term contract offered by the Manchester United board, and then decide whether to stay or go depending on the team''s performance.


    What��s more, the Irish also put pressure on the club to disclose to the public the specific content of Sir Alex��s new contract, such as the amount of income, duration and contract renewal conditions. The high annual salary of 4 million pounds is compared with the poor team performance. , Coupled with the media reports, Sir Alex also felt shameless.


    So now, with the right conditions, he doesn''t mind letting the damned Irishman get out of the Manchester United board.


    It''s so annoying!


    "If Mr. Guo can vouch for what you just said, then the entire Manchester United team, including myself, and the majority of Manchester United fans, are very happy that they have a rich owner who really loves football."


    Guo Shouyun had a smile on his face, and that was what he was waiting for.


    "That''s the happiest thing I''ve heard tonight."


    When the words fell, he took the document prepared next to it, "It stipulates Mr. Ferguson''s responsibilities and obligations during his tenure as head coach of Manchester United. You can read it first, and if you have no opinion, you can sign it."


    After taking it over and reading it carefully, Ferguson said, "There is no transfer fee involved."


    Just now he remembered that Guo Shouyun said that he would be given at least ��50 million in transfer fees every season.


    "Mr. Ferguson, I don''t think that ��50 million will be of any concern to me with my wealth and ability. And when I really need money, ��50 million won''t help much."


    Ferguson briefly considered and nodded in agreement. In the face of a super rich person with billions of dollars in personal wealth, hundreds of billions in family wealth, and hundreds of billions of dollars in capital mobilized in his hands. ��50 million is really just a small amount of money.


    Inertial thinking made him subconsciously ignore Guo Shouyun''s identity and wealth.


    He took out a pen from his jacket pocket, signed his name on the document, and handed it back.


    "Mr. Guo, happy cooperation!"


    "Happy cooperation!"


    After successfully finishing Ferguson Guo Shouyun was also relieved. As for Magnur and McManus, who hold a 28.9% stake in Manchester United, they are just two speculators. As long as their prices are high enough, they naturally won''t really hold Manchester United. And, just as Ferguson hated Magnur, Magnur also hated this proud and selfish old Scottish stubborn after the "Rock of Gibraltar" incident.


    After a brief chat, after dinner, Guo Shouyun personally sent Ferguson out the door.


    "Alright!"


    Wang Jue took the document and put it in his bag.


    "Wang Jue?" Guo Shouyun continued while she looked over, "You came forward on my behalf to buy the shares of Manchester United held by Magnur and Gibson. The price can be generous, but it must be resolved quickly."


    After she nodded, "Where is the Rover...?"


    "Isn''t Xiaojing there? She''s been following this matter for so long, so there won''t be anything wrong."


    "Yes!"

 v2 Chapter 704： Rovers production line

    Chapter 704 Rover''s Production Line


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    The next day, Guo Shouyun asked Matthew to drive to pick up Brito and his party in the morning.


    "How are you, are you resting?"


    "not bad!"


    "That''s good." Guo Shouyun nodded, "The weather is good today, suitable for visiting. Matthew, let''s go!"


    After a response, the car started and soon left London for Birmingham, 160 kilometers away.


    Birmingham, the second largest international city in the UK after London, is also the center of heavy industry in the UK, accounting for 25% of all industrial products in the UK. .


    However, the production center of British cars is not in the urban area of ??Birmingham, but in the city''s Long Bridge below it. Because he had been informed long ago, Kevin Howard, CEO of Phoenix Group, who mastered Rover Motors, had already led the group''s senior management to line up outside the Longqiao Rover Automobile Factory to greet him.


    "Miss Wu, where is Mr. Guo now?"


    An anxious Kevin Howard asked the tall, tall and beautiful woman in black ladies business attire with a calm expression next to her.


    "Mr. Howard, isn''t it the appointed time yet?"


    "I just wanted to make sure."


    Seeing this middle-aged man with anxiety and sadness in his expression, Wu Xiaojing understood his inner feelings very well. Since Phoenix Group took over Rover from BMW Group at a nominal price of 10 pounds, although the latter secured a long-term interest-free loan of 475 million pounds, it has cooperated with Tata Group to develop a new ''City''. Wanderer'' models.


    However, the ugly appearance and the "urban wanderer" with no British temperament not only failed to usher in the sales boom expected by the Phoenix Group, but instead caused a lot of scolding in the UK. Hundreds of millions of pounds of investment went to waste and completely ruined the Phoenix Group''s confidence in saving Rover.


    Now, Rover Motors, which has nearly $5 billion in debt, has a monthly net loss of nearly ��20 million, or nearly $40 million. Inside the Phoenix Group, they want to sell this mess as soon as possible, even if they don''t want a penny.


    It is a pity that the consortiums and car manufacturers that they recruited interested in Rover Motors were all deterred by its huge losses after cleaning up the assets of Rover Motors. Guo Shouyun''s Red Star Automobile Group is the only company that is still interested in Rover after learning about its losses.


    Therefore, the Phoenix Group seems to have seized a life-saving straw. It is eagerly hoped that the rich man can collect the "losing money" of Rover Motors, so that they can be liberated from the quagmire of losses. Kevin Howard, chief executive of the Phoenix Group, is particularly pressing. Because the board of directors has given him a death order, if he can''t solve this problem within a month, he will be swept away.


    Under the threat of losing a great job, it''s no wonder he''s so active, even anxious.


    "arrive!"


    When Wu Xiaojing was about to say something, out of the corner of his eyes, he saw a familiar car at the corner of the intersection.


    With the four BMWs guarding the middle Rolls-Royce stretched sedan slowly drove in and stopped. Kevin Howard did not need Wu Xiaojing to say hello, but took the initiative to greet him.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s a pleasure to meet you. My name is Kevin Howard, CEO of Phoenix Group!"


    As soon as Guo Shouyun got out of the car, he saw the hands stretched out in front of him. After taking a brief look at the thin-faced man in front of him, lying with silkworm eyebrows and a slightly hawk-like nose, he stretched out his right hand in his smile with a hint of flattery.


    "Mr. Howard, it''s also a pleasure to meet you. But I''m a little flattered by such a glorious scene!"


    "Mr. Guo is a top business elite and a world-class financial genius. Everyone hopes to meet you."


    For Kevin Howard''s deliberate approach, Guo Shouyun smiled and pointed to Brito, who was walking beside him.


    "This is Mr. Brito from our Red Star Auto Group."


    "Mr. Brito, hello!"


    "Hello!"


    Brito''s expression was serious, but it wasn''t that he didn''t like seeing Kevin Howard, it was just his habitual coldness.


    Kevin Howard didn''t take it seriously either, and introduced the senior management of Phoenix Group and Rover to the two of them.


    "I heard that Mr. Guo likes to drink tea. I have already prepared tea in the reception room." Kevin Howard said.


    "Mr. Howard has his mind. But you can drink tea anytime. Time is precious. Let''s go to the factory first."


    Seeing Guo Shouyun insisting, Kevin Howard nodded.


    "Mr. Guo''s work-oriented style is really admirable!"


    "Mr. Howard likes it in seconds. ... Shall we go?"


    "Okay, please come with me."


    Under the leadership of Kevin Howard, the group walked into the factory area, bypassed the front office building, and then really entered the back factory area.


    Since Ford began to produce cars on the assembly line, the auto industry has truly entered the era of big industry. With the advancement of technology and the improvement of processing capacity, the automobile production line has become larger and more complete. Up to now, almost all major car companies have done it, from the steel plate to the whole process of the car rolling off the assembly line. The entire stamping, welding, painting and final assembly workshop has also been increased to a length of nearly one kilometer.


    "Mr. Guo, Rover''s production lines are state-of-the-art. Just like the 4,000-ton stamping press you see now, it''s easy to process higher-quality car shells."


    Stamping equipment is an indispensable and important equipment for industrial production, especially automobile manufacturing. Wearing a safety helmet, Guo Shouyun looked at this big guy with a height of more than three meters and a length of more than ten meters. With the help of various computer parameters, Guo Shouyun easily pressed sheets of thick steel plates into car shells, which were then smashed. The hoisting equipment and transfer equipment are transported to the machine tool area, and the workers use sharp machine tool cutters to cut out the position of the windows, the position of the lights and so on. Let people truly appreciate the beauty of industry, especially heavy industry.


    Continuing along the production line, one process of automobile production comes into view.


    "Mr. Guo, this is the most advanced welding robot from ABB in Switzerland that we have introduced. It adopts laser welding. Compared with manual work, its welding seam is more uniform, the structure is stronger, and the efficiency is three times higher than that of manual work!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looked at it for a while, then turned around, "What do you think?"


    "Swiss ABB''s welding robot can indeed improve the strength of automobile welding and improve the safety of the whole vehicle, but its price is as high as 240,000 US dollars per unit, and it does not include the cost of post-maintenance. It is used in Europe where the salary level is higher. No problem. But in Huaxia, I am afraid that labor is cheaper."


    "However, the yield of manual labor is not as good as that of machines, right?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Yes! Workers have different levels of welding, and they don''t work around the clock like robots do."


    "I still use welding robots. I would rather make less money and ensure product quality! Moreover, over time, good quality will become the reputation of our company. This is a wealth that cannot be measured by money!"


    When it comes to Japanese cars in later generations, people will subconsciously think of fuel-efficient and durable; when they think of BBA, they will subconsciously think of excellent quality and face, and of course the Mercedes-Benz behind them will be smashed; when they think of American cars, they are rough and powerful. Oil cost. Specific to different car companies and car series, there are also different labels. This label is the standard for people to buy a vehicle.


    What Guo Shouyun hopes is that people''s impression of Red Star cars is that they are durable, solid, high-quality and cost-effective. Rover and MG are luxury cars, and sports cars are of course needless to say.


    It''s just that this impression cannot be achieved in a short period of time, and it must be possible after a long period of market precipitation. However, such a corporate culture and product pursuit must be established in all aspects from the beginning, and then deeply engraved on the bones of every Red Star employee.


    After explaining Brito, Guo Shouyun walked ahead and continued along the production line. The whole process is over in no time.


    "Mr. Howard, is this the Rover 75?"


    Guo Shouyun asked, pointing to the classic car that just rolled off the assembly line, with a golden body and a retro shape, full of British aristocratic style.


    "The Rover 75 is currently the most popular model produced by Rover Motors, with nearly 10,000 units sold so far!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. He had seen the information on the Rover 75, which was a new model developed by BMW after the acquisition of Rover. Using a 2.0 diesel engine, it has sufficient power and a solid chassis. The McPherson independent suspension and Z-type suspension have excellent handling performance.


    Therefore, this car performed well in the market after it was launched in 1996, but the British made the old aristocracy''s old-fashioned problem again. This car has been on the market until now Except for several small changes in the middle, it has been eight years. There are no updates! This is simply unimaginable. In an age of rapid change in car design and technology, one year without change can lead to obsolete, let alone eight years.


    After visiting the factory, when Guo Shouyun was about to go to the next one, he was stopped by Kevin Howard.


    "What? Are there any precious things in this factory that can''t be seen by outsiders?"


    "No! It''s just... This factory has been shut down. Except for the production line, there is really nothing to show Mr. Guo." Kevin Howard said with an embarrassed look.


    Although he didn''t want to expose his shortcomings, Rover''s embarrassment has long been known to the outside world, and it is definitely impossible to hide it.


    "So it is!" Guo Shouyun nodded. Rover Motors has a total of three production plants in Longbridge, Oxford and Coventry. Longbridge mainly produces Land Rover, Jaguar and MG series, as well as Rover Seven and Five. After Land Rover and Jaguar were sold to Ford, now only MG is left. and Rover Seventy Five. The Oxford factory and Coventry mainly produce the Rover series, as well as Austin and the City Wanderer, but apart from Rover, the latter two have only brands left, and the other has no market at all.

 v2 Chapter 705： bargain

    Chapter 705 Bargaining


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    Rover Motors, which at its peak had six production lines, 300,000 cars a year and 25,000 auto workers, is now on the brink of bankruptcy. Even the production line that Guo Shouyun looked at before was still working, but it was barely maintaining operation, not at full capacity at all.


    "Then ask Mr. Howard to take us to the front reception room!"


    "Okay, Mr. Guo, Mr. Brito, please this way!" Kevin Howard said quickly.


    Rover''s reception room is well decorated, typical of British classical style, with sculptures, oil paintings and brown sofas, as well as heavy Persian carpets, making it not at all like the reception room of a run-down company, but more like a big boss. The rich man''s study.


    After a brief survey, Guo Shouyun and Brito sat down on the sofa.


    Kevin Howard picked up a brocade box that had been on the table before and opened it in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "We know that Mr. Guo likes to collect works of art, and this Chinese Qianlong enamel is a special gift from us!"


    Among the porcelains of the past dynasties, enamel-colored porcelain is the most expensive, and its artistic level is also highly condensed. It is known as the "official kiln in the official kiln" and the "crown of overglaze colors". In the three dynasties of Kang, Yong and Qian in the Qing Dynasty, there were very few enamel-colored porcelain. Even if it is Qianlong who is very happy, there are only more than 400 pieces of enamel-colored porcelain recorded.


    At this moment, the small bowl in the box is about the size of an adult''s palm, the body is small and exquisite, the enamel poppies are painted, the flowers are in full bloom, the stone is half-covered, the butterflies are lingering, and the patterns are exquisite; and inscribed with a poem by Xu Gui, a scholar in the Ming Dynasty: "The wind is like singing. , Su Yu''s classic dance sleeves hang down", chanting Yu Meiren''s graceful appearance dancing with the wind. The whole is very beautiful, and Guo Shouyun really likes it.


    If it is in Huaxia, there is a high probability that no one will be willing to give such a good thing as a gift. Not only because of its scarcity and high artistic value, but also because of its high price. At the current market price, the auction price of such a small bowl is no less than 30 million Chinese coins.


    But in the eyes of the British it is not so precious. Something in the early 2 million pounds is only a fraction of the current Rover Motors loss of more than 20 million pounds per month. If they can coax Guo Shouyun to be happy and take over the mess of Rover Motors from the Phoenix Group, even if it is 20 million, they will definitely do it.


    "...In addition, if Mr. Guo can cooperate with us. We also prepared a gift as a gift for our successful cooperation with Mr. Guo!"


    With that said, Kevin Howard handed me a photo!


    After taking a look, Guo Shouyun''s face changed slightly, "Dragon Head of Yuanmingyuan?"


    "Mr. Guo really has good eyesight, this is the dragon head in the Chinese zodiac!" Kevin Howard said with a smile, "As long as Mr. Guo is willing to cooperate with us, it will be yours!"


    "Mr. Howard, I''m afraid you made a mistake. I''m an American!" Guo Shouyun said with flashing eyes.


    "But you are also Chinese! Dedicate this dragon head to the Chinese government. I believe you can easily exchange it for a cooperation project that is more valuable than this dragon head."


    "It seems that Mr. Howard really understands China."


    "From Brilliance in 2002, to the current Nanjing Automobile, SAIC, and Mr. Guo''s Red Star, so many car companies want to acquire Rover, we will naturally attach importance to the partners from Huaxia."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "What about your conditions?"


    "We don''t need any acquisition funds from Red Star Auto Group, we just need you to take on all the debts of Rover Motors."


    The Phoenix Group took the Rover back from the BMW Group at a nominal price of ��10. Although it has been losing money in recent years, the money lost is all counted on Rover Motors, as is the ��475 million credit granted by BMW.


    Therefore, as long as Guo Shouyun is willing to bear all the debts of Rover Motors, the Phoenix Group can smooth the losses.


    Of course, this is only a paper loss. The energy and manpower expended cannot be saved.


    After listening, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, and put the Qianlong enamel bowl on the table back.


    "Mr. Howard, Rover Motors has book assets of only $3.2 billion, less than $2.3 billion after depreciation of equipment. It has $5 billion in debt and is losing nearly $40 million a month. Now you only want to use two works of art, and you intend to make me bear all the losses, isn''t it too whimsical? And, with Rover now on the brink of bankruptcy, is it worth the premium?"


    "Then what kind of conditions does Mr. Guo want?"


    "I take on $3.5 billion in debt and own all the assets of Rover Motors!"


    "This is impossible!"


    Kevin Howard shook his head directly. According to Guo Shouyun, Phoenix Group still has to bear the loss of 1.5 billion US dollars, which is too far from the requirements of the board of directors.


    "Impossible? I have already paid a 50% premium on the basis of 2.3 billion US dollars. I am afraid that no one can offer such favorable conditions except me?"


    "Mr. Guo, Rover''s equipment is brand new and is currently the highest in the automotive industry. It can be used for ten years without worrying about falling behind the times. 70% of equipment depreciation is too exaggerated. There are many models, and there are independent engines, chassis technology, and excellent research and development systems, which are also very valuable."


    Guo Shouyun spread his hands, "Well, even if what you said is true. Then the value of Rover cars will not exceed 3 billion US dollars. What about the remaining 2 billion US dollars?"


    "Mr. Guo, a lot of Rover''s debt is the interest after the bond matures. So, if you take it over, you can restructure the debt, and then invest money to turn Rover into a profit~www.novelhall. com~ I believe that with your money, management skills and wisdom, it is not difficult."


    "Mr. Howard, I admit that your compliments are indeed pleasing. But I''m not going to add $2 billion to my debt just because of them."


    "We can guarantee Mr. Guo an interest-free long-term commercial loan of not less than $500 million."


    "If I take over Rover, do I still need a business loan?"


    Hearing this, Kevin Howard suddenly remembered that he holds the sixth largest commercial bank in the United States and one of the largest financial groups in Hong Kong, Hanhua. It''s really easy to get financing.


    After waving to interrupt what Kevin Howard was about to say, "I can buy Rover and take all the debt, but I have one condition."


    "What conditions?" Kevin Howard''s eyes lit up and he said quickly.


    "I want 22.4% of the ordinary shares of Scottish Power Group held by Phoenix International Group!" Guo Shouyun said slowly but firmly.

 v2 Chapter 706： buy Manchester United

    Chapter 706 Acquisition of Manchester United


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    Phoenix Financial Group, as a well-known large-scale financial investment group in the UK, not only has Rover cars, but also real estate, industry and financial investment.


    As for Scottish Power, it is currently one of the six vertically integrated power companies in the UK. All aspects of production, distribution and retail are involved. In central and southern Scotland, North Wales, and Cheshire and Shropshire, it provides electricity to 5.2 million UK households and has 7430.5 megawatts of generating capacity. It is a well-deserved giant in the UK public sector, especially the power sector.


    "Mr. Guo, I can''t give you an immediate answer on this matter. And the value of Scottish Power far exceeds the value of Rover''s assets."


    After a long time, Kevin Howard, who recovered his composure from the shock, said immediately.


    "I know. You can communicate my request to the senior management of Phoenix International Group, especially Mr. Anderson. If you have any news, just call me. As for the beyond, I can pay." After the words were finished, Guo Shouyun stood up. , "Let''s be here first today, I hope to get a reply from Phoenix International Group as soon as possible."


    "Mr. Guo, your present."


    I glanced at the small Qianlong enamel bowl that was still in the box. Such a good thing cannot fall into the hands of the ignorant guys like the British. It just so happens that Hanhua is still preparing for the museum in the magic capital. As a heavyweight collection, this Qianlong enamel color is just right for use.


    "Thank you!"


    After waving to Wu Xiaojing to put it away, the group left the Rover factory accompanied by Kevin Howard.


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    "Do you think Phoenix Financial Group can agree?"


    asked Brito, sitting on the way back to Birmingham from the Rover factory. He still remembers Kevin Howard''s inexplicable shock after listening to Guo Shouyun''s words.


    "It''s okay to agree or not. Our conditions should always be higher. Otherwise, we will suffer more than $2 billion in losses for them. Even if I really want Rover, I can''t agree."


    Brito nodded.


    "However, the Rover thing drags on for too long, and I''m afraid it will delay the development of our new car."


    "This is indeed a problem." Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, "You ask Renault Motors to see if they can sell us the technology of their ''Tafiq'' light commercial vehicle! If they agree, we will use the Tafiq The first-generation H1 series light commercial vehicle was developed and launched on the market by making certain adjustments to the appearance and interior of the car.��


    As a veteran industrial powerhouse, the French have solid car-making skills. It''s just that in the crucial industrial design, Tafik really has no friends.


    Obviously it is a light commercial vehicle, but it has the same ''skin'' as the Brilliance Jinbei van, and the key price is still two or three times that of the Jinbei. The real price is not pleasing, the appearance is not pleasing, and the market is naturally not good.


    This is the same as a blind date between men and women. Although you are talented, you can cook with **** and tenderness, and you have a good job, but if you are not good-looking, then the girls are not interested in understanding your inner self.


    Guo Shouyun thought about using the inner part of ''Tafik'' to change it''s skin. Doing so can save a lot of development time and get new cars to market as quickly as possible. Of course, the result of such a hasty market launch will inevitably affect the driving experience of the H1 series light commercial vehicles. But even so, compared with most local auto companies in Huaxia, the method that is commonly used now is to buy engines and parts from abroad, and put together a model like building blocks and launch it to the market, but it is much stronger. At least Tafik''s engine, gearbox, chassis and other technologies have undergone a lot of experiments, completely matched, and the failure rate is lower.


    Brito nodded. During this time, he has been doing research on China''s auto industry and market, and naturally he knows the situation inside.


    "Also, representatives of twenty-three creditors of Rover Motors will go to London tomorrow afternoon. According to the plan we discussed before, you should talk to them first."


    "Will this affect our negotiations with Phoenix?"


    Brito was afraid that its own performance on Rover was too urgent, and the discounted price of Phoenix International Group was lower than expected.


    "If we don''t settle Rover''s debt first, when we reach an agreement with Phoenix, I''m afraid these creditors will also raise their conditions."


    "I think we can still negotiate the merger of the acquisition of Rover and its debt. This will help us strive for better terms in this negotiation."


    Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it and then nodded.


    "Just do as you say!"


    "Yes!"


    After returning to London and temporarily handing over the Rover affairs to Brito, Guo Shouyun was concerned about the acquisition of Manchester United.


    As the most influential club in the Premier League at present, Manchester United''s shareholders are full of diehard fans who have no reservations about the team, but this group of people definitely does not include the Irish horse racing tycoon Magnier. After becoming Manchester United''s largest shareholder, he has never been at Old Trafford, and watching a Manchester United game is very telling.


    Therefore, after Wang Jue, who came to the door with Guo Shouyun''s order, quoted a high price of 300 pence, he had long been disgusted with Ferguson and sold all his 75.7 million Manchester United shares, holding the Bruce Fund''s 227 million Sterling to find better investment opportunities.


    Irish mining tycoon Harry Dobson, who holds a 6.5% stake in Manchester United, also did not reject Guo Shouyun''s acquisition.


    We are all businessmen, as long as the price is right, nothing is not for sale.


    As for the Glazer family, although they started to buy shares in Manchester United in 2003, because of Guo Shouyun''s disruption, Manchester United''s share price has risen, and their shareholding has not exceeded 10%.


    After the Bruce Fund, which represented Guo Shouyun, bought the shares of Manchester United held by Magnier and Dobson, and concentrated the shares that were scattered in various shell companies and belonged to Manchester United. Guo Shouyun''s stake in Manchester United exceeded 70% in an instant.


    The Glazer family, who had no hope of acquisition, simply sold their stake at a high price and withdrew from this competition that they had not had time to really participate in. There are twenty teams in the Premier League, and they have other options besides Manchester United.


    At this time, Guo Shouyun, who held more than 80% of the shares, continued to acquire scattered shares in the market in the name of the Bruce Foundation. With the cooperation of Ferguson, the soul of Manchester United, the Manchester United board did not set up obstacles to his acquisition. In just half a month, Guo Shouyun obtained more than 90% of Manchester United''s equity, meeting the conditions for forced delisting.


    On August 17, 2004, after 13 years of listing on Manchester United, it was officially delisted from the London Stock Exchange.


    Carrington base, the true heart of Manchester United.


    The office of former board chairman Sir Roy Garnard became Guo Shouyun''s office. Standing in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows here, you can overlook the entire Carrington base, both in terms of vision and location.


    At this moment, Guo Shouyun also had a ripple in his heart!


    In the hearts of many Manchester United football fans, Carrington Base is an undisputed holy place. In addition to being able to see it on TV and the Internet, it is a luxury to touch its lawn in reality. And now, not only did he stand at the very core of it, but he actually owned it.


    Guo Shouyun also has a sense of satisfaction in his heart at this moment!


    David Gill stood at the back, looking at the tall figure standing in front of the French window with arms folded not far away. Just half a month ago, this was a businessman, a genius in the financial world, and a world-class super-rich who was still out of reach for him. The gap between the two sides seems to be a lifetime that will not allow them to have any communication. Who would have thought that in just a few days, he would become the other party''s subordinate.


    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a knock on the door.


    "Please come in!"


    Guo Shouyun turned around and saw Ferguson, who had gray hair and a serious expression, pushed the door and walked in.


    "Sorry, I''m late!"


    "There are still two minutes, so strictly speaking, it is not late." After waving for the two of them to come and sit down, Guo Shouyun also sat down on the sofa next to him.


    "David, how was the financial situation of the team last season?"


    David Gill has served as Manchester United''s financial director, vice president, general manager of the board of directors, and chief executive officer. It has been nearly seven years since he joined Manchester United in 1997. He can be described as a veteran. Guo Shouyun also took a fancy to his ability when he left him. Manchester United''s ability to beat Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, which is supported by local tycoons in the Middle East, and Bayern Munich, the crown of German football, David Gill''s management has contributed greatly. Of course, in addition to his business ability, he can get along well with the stubborn Lord Ferguson, which is also something Guo Shouyun likes.


    Nothing is more important than internal harmony!


    "In the 2003-2004 season, the club''s revenue was 171 million pounds. Among them, the commercial revenue from 17 companies such as Nike and American International Group was 54.39 million pounds."


    Guo Shouyun remembered that Manchester United was called a ''Sponsorship Maniac'' in his previous life, and the income from commercial sponsorships only overwhelmed the major giants.


    "How long is the contract with AIG?"


    American International Group, also known as AIG, is Manchester United''s current shirt chest sponsor.


    "Three years left!"


    "After it expires, don''t renew it. I have a more suitable choice!"


    David Gill nodded, the new owner has many companies. And Manchester United has tens of millions of fans around the world, and hundreds of millions of people watching Manchester United games. Such good advertising resources, of course, give priority to their own people.


    After Guo Shouyun signaled to continue, "the broadcast fee share income is 48.7 million pounds! However, the contract expires next year. I believe the new broadcast contract can bring our income to a higher level."


    Now the Premier League''s annual broadcast contract is 500 million pounds per year, which rose to 1.3 billion pounds in 2005, and nearly doubled to 2.3 billion pounds in 2013; the Premier League broadcast contract before Guo Shouyun''s crossing was already A staggering ��5.1 billion.


    Of course, Manchester United''s ��48.7 million broadcast revenue is not just the Premier League, but also the broadcast revenue of the Champions League.


    However, the broadcast fee is not all of the club''s income.


    "��Match day ticket receipts, shirts and memorabilia at Old Trafford totalled ��36.67 million. Player transfers were ��31.24 million."


    Manchester United''s Old Trafford stadium is the most popular stadium in Europe, with 68,217 seats, it is currently the largest stadium in England, with an occupancy rate of 99%, and has the title of "Dream Theater".


    "In terms of spending, player and staff wages were ��81.39 million."


    Generally speaking, it is healthy and reasonable for football clubs to maintain a player salary expenditure of around 50%. Obviously, Manchester United has done a good job in this regard.


    "Additionally, we bought Wayne Rooney from Everton for ��27m and Alan Smith from Leeds for ��7m. ... Last season, the total balance was ��55.6m, net profit after tax ��33.4 million. It currently has a cumulative surplus of ��113 million on the books.��


    In 2000, Manchester United had just completed the expansion of the Old Trafford stadium, and the result is still a surplus of 113 million pounds. It can be seen that Manchester United''s commercial operation ability is strong, and it is no wonder that Murdoch and the later Glazer family have been eyeing.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Although it is a good thing to keep so much surplus on the books, it is not a good thing in terms of capital utilization.


    "Is there room for expansion at Old Trafford?"


    David Gill nodded can be expanded in the southeast and northwest corners. "


    "Make a stadium expansion plan and increase the number of seats in the stadium to about 80,000 seats within the scope of the team''s financial support!"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun turned to look at Ferguson, "Alex, is there anything else you need to adjust about the team''s lineup? Keane is 33 years old. Although he is in good shape, he no longer has the ability to play the main force for a full season. The midfielder position is the key to the team, and we have to make plans early. In addition, the goalkeeper Howard, who was introduced last year, is good, but his ability is not up to the requirements of Manchester United.��


    In addition to the midfielder and goalkeeper, Guo Shouyun still has some dissatisfaction with Manchester United''s lineup. For example, Saha, who moved to Manchester United from Fulham for a top striker worth 18 million euros, did not show the ability of a top center at all. Although he performed well in the later period, compared with the Fulham period, he scored nearly 20 goals in a season. The performance is too far off.


    However, because I promised that Ferguson would not interfere with his operation of the team, it is not good to interfere too much with his arrangement, but the positions of the midfielder and the goalkeeper are too critical. Even if Guo Shouyun has previous promises, he can''t really ignore anything.


    "The positions of the midfielder and the goalkeeper are very critical. I haven''t found a suitable candidate yet." Ferguson said after a moment of hesitation.


    "Alex, if you don''t have a good candidate. I have two people here for your reference." While Ferguson''s eyes looked over, Guo Shouyun continued: "Xavi Alonso of the Spanish Real Sociedad, And the main goalkeeper of Ligue 1 Rennes Football Club Peter Cech!"


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    Although Van der Sar has performed very well at Manchester United, and the transfer price is also very cheap. But he has a problem that cannot be ignored is age.


    No matter how good the condition of the ''Ice Rabbit'' is, he is already thirty-four years old. For a professional football player, this is the end of his career. By contrast, Peter Cech, born in May 1982, is only 23 years old and has just entered the prime of his career. One can only be bought for a few years, and one can guarantee that the team will not need to worry about the goalkeeper position for the next ten years. It''s easy to see how to choose.


    As for Xavi Alonso, Long is known as one of the top midfielders in football. Unparalleled overall situation and ability to control rhythm, precise long pass, strong lateral interception ability, strong defensive ability, and the ability to shoot from a long distance. If there is a disadvantage, I am afraid that the speed is not fast enough, and the ability to plug in the rear row is not so conspicuous. But this is not a big problem for the back.


    Compared to Brother Long who can attack and defend well, although Carrick also has outstanding long passes, a cool head, and the ability to control the game, his thin body is destined to have no strong defensive ability. In the Premier League, which emphasizes physical confrontation, Carrick''s physical fitness limits his performance.


    "I haven''t heard of Peter Cech, but Xavi Alonso is indeed a good midfielder. But I prefer another player from Bevin Sports Economics."


    Guo Shouyun''s mind flashed, "Yaya Toure?"


    Ferguson nodded, "Last year we met the Greek team Olympiacos in the Champions League group stage, Yaya Toure''s ability is impressive. Outstanding large-area defensive ability, active in fighting, with a good overall view and organization Ability, except for his charisma, his ability is almost identical to Keane. His presence can protect our midfield when Paul inserts an assist. Compared to Xavi Alonso, Yaya Toure is more suitable Our lineup!"


    Guo Shouyun knows that Paul Scholes is indeed very good. The ginger-headed organization ability, forward thrusting ability, and precise long-range shooting make him the most formidable master in the midfield. But he is 30 years old. Although there are still a few years of his peak period, with injuries, Ginger Head will inevitably go to the end of his career. But from Ferguson''s eyes, he also saw the other party''s feelings for his disciple.


    After a brief thought, he smiled and nodded.


    "Yaya Toure is indeed suitable for Manchester United''s system. I will inform Bevin Sports Economics and ask them to contact David, but you can negotiate the price yourself, I will not interfere."


    "In addition, I want to buy Chloe Toure." The old man said slowly.


    Guo Shouyun was not surprised by this request. Manchester United''s central defenders can''t satisfy him with the ability of Brown, Sylvester and O''Shea. The most important thing is that these people are old and he has to consider the future of the team.


    "Alex, I think Nemanja Vidic, the main defender of the Russian Spartan club, is more suitable for Manchester United than Kolo Toure!"


    Kolo Toure and Vidic are the top centre-backs in football. In terms of ability, they are all qualified for Manchester United''s main position. But compared to Vidic, Kolo Toure also has the shortcomings of African players, such as greed for money, lack of collective honor, poor discipline, and infighting.


    In the Ivory Coast national team, the infighting between Drogba and Toure has become the laughing stock of world football. And Kolo Toure''s doping scandal not only ruined his personal image, but also caused trouble for Arsenal.


    In contrast, Vidic is much better. Not only is he outstanding in his personal abilities, but he also takes on the responsibility of taking care of his late friend''s father.


    As the owner of Manchester United, he naturally prefers the latter. In fact, if it weren''t for the promise of not interfering with Ferguson''s management of the team, he would have preferred Long brother to Yaya Toure.


    Seeing the thought on Ferguson''s face, Guo Shouyun further explained: "Alex, you have coached the team for many years, and you believe that some problems in African players are better than I do. If there is a central defender with sufficient ability, why bother? Are you asking for trouble?!"


    Sir Alex could feel the respect for himself in the tone of the new boss. In return, he didn''t want to get into a deadlock with the new boss because of the player transfer. After all, what happened to Magnier once was disgusting enough, and he didn''t want to do it a second time. Moreover, the new boss is not Magnier, and now Manchester United has become the other side''s personal favorite. Even with the previous non-interference agreement between the two sides, the other party has the ability to let him go.


    He was reluctant to fight for Manchester United for half his life.


    "Okay, I will let Bass examine it carefully. If Vidic''s ability is qualified for Manchester United''s main position, I will consider introducing him!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Of course, you have the final say in the introduction of the team."


    After a pause, "By the way, I have introduced a new commercial director for the team, and he will be responsible for the sponsorship of the team in the future."


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun waved his hand, and Wang Jue took out his mobile phone in understanding. After making a call, a middle-aged man with a round face and a beard walked in.


    "I introduce you to Ed Woodward, Manchester United''s trusted deputy general manager and commercial director. ... Ed, this is Manchester United general manager David Gill, this is the team''s manager Sir Alex Ferguson ."


    Seeing the three of them shaking hands and saying hello to each other, a smile appeared on Guo Shouyun''s face. Although he bought Manchester United more to fulfill his dream of watching football in his previous life. However, since the acquisition, it is natural to be responsible for the team''s performance and revenue.


    Ed Woodward, affectionately known as ''Sandezi'' by Chinese fans, is Manchester United''s terrible performance. When he could not even participate in the Champions League, he still pressed Real Madrid to keep Manchester United No. 1 in football in terms of revenue and commercial value. The biggest hero, known as ''Ronaldo in the club CEO''. Such talent cannot be ignored.


    In addition, in order to ensure their influence on Manchester United, it is also appropriate to place a few of their own people.


    "The next three are the core of the Manchester United club. I hope you can support each other and jointly bring Manchester United to a new peak!"


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    After dealing with Manchester United, Guo Shouyun rushed back to London from Manchester. After half a month, the negotiations between Red Star Automobile Group and Rover and Rover''s creditors were almost carried out.


    "According to our agreement with creditors such as HSBC, Royal Bank of Scotland, Barclays, etc., we issued a $7 billion, 3.25% ten-year fixed rate bond to cover all previous debts. The bond does not need to pay principal and interest for the first three years. , the interest will be paid every six months starting from the fourth year, and the principal will be paid upon maturity.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, the 3.25% interest rate is not high, and it is more than half cheaper than ordinary commercial bonds. Moreover, Brito has also obtained an additional $2 billion in liquidity from creditors such as HSBC and Royal Bank of Scotland to support the development of Rover, which can be said to be very generous.


    "Can we continue talking?"


    Brito shook his head, "If it wasn''t for their fear that after Rover went bankrupt, the initial investment would not be recovered. Coupled with the fact that the boss is escorting the Red Star Auto Group behind the scenes, I''m afraid they would not agree to such conditions."


    Guo Shouyun understood. In fact, at the beginning, he also thought that if the concessions of creditors such as HSBC and Barclays were not big enough, he tried to let the Bruce Foundation acquire the debt of Rover Motors. But after thinking about it, he rationally gave up.


    In case he can''t use his previous life knowledge to turn Rover Motors into profit, wouldn''t he have to pay the huge debt of more than 5 billion US dollars?


    Moreover, Phoenix Financial Group has agreed to his request and can sell him the shares of Scottish Power Group. If so, a takeover of the British power giant is on the cards. And if you want to win the power giant, which has one-fifth of the UK population as its users, it will take at least 7 billion pounds to deduct debts! At the current exchange rate of 1.83 pounds to the dollar, that''s $12.8 billion. Such a large sum of money, combined with the nearly ��800 million to buy Manchester United, also consumes most of the money made from the sale of Yahoo and eBay shares. There''s no room left to acquire Rover''s debt.


    "That''s it! It just so happens that Phoenix has agreed to our conditions." Guo Shouyun said.


    After Brito nodded, "If you have no other questions, I put the official signing time in tomorrow morning?"


    "Um!"


    "Are you still participating?"


    "Of course! This is a big day for Red Star Motors."


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    The reception room of the headquarters of Phoenix Bank London Branch. Guo Shouyun met with Paul Anderson, Chairman and CEO of Phoenix International Group.


    After the two parties signed each other''s names on the contract, "Mr. Guo, you have purchased an asset with unlimited potential. If it wasn''t for the Phoenix Group''s mistaken purchase of Rover Motors, we would not have sold this part of the shares. "


    After handing over the contract to Wang Jue for collection, Guo Shouyun said with a smile: "It should be Mr. Anderson who made a good deal. Not only did he get rid of Rover Motors'' debt of nearly 5 billion US dollars, but he also made a profit from the shares of Scottish Power. Pen."


    "We just sold 22.4% of Scottish Power''s shares to Mr. Guo at the market price, but there is no premium for the plus point!"


    "Having said that, Scottish Power''s share price has increased by 56.8% compared to when Phoenix Financial Group invested six years ago, plus the dividends you have received over the years. You have not lost any money on this deal. Below, we are in danger. If we can''t revitalize Rover Motors, I will have to pay back the $5 billion in losses."


    "Mr. Guo is serious. Since Mr. Guo founded LinkedIn in 2000 to the present, no matter what industry you enter, it is always beneficial. LinkedIn, Google, Matrix, Phoenix, and Pacific have become industry giants under your leadership. Once on the brink of collapse, the Pacific Power and Gas Company, and the larger Enron Corporation, are all back to health under your management. So if there is anyone in the world who can lead Rover out of trouble, there is no one better than you, Mr. Guo !"


    "Heng is glad to be praised by Mr. Anderson. If I invite Phoenix Investment Group to become a shareholder of Red Star Auto, would you like it?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Haha, of course I do. It''s just that the company''s board of directors has passed another investment plan, so we don''t have any extra funds to invest in Red Star Auto." Paul Anderson smiled slightly, "Of course, if we have a future More funds, and if Mr. Guo also needs it, we are very happy to invest in Red Star Auto Group."


    Guo Shouyun pouted inwardly. This guy really has a good idea. If you wait until Red Star Auto''s finances are profitable and the company returns to profitability, do you still need you to invest?


    Of course, he was just thinking about it in his own mind. On the surface, it''s still hello and hello everyone. Phoenix Financial Group holds a lot of high-quality assets, and maybe it will cooperate with the other party at some point. It is very important to ensure the kindness on the face!


    After securing Paul Anderson and asking Wang Jue to send him away, Guo Shouyun quickly came to the conference room of Phoenix Bank. Signed a debt restructuring contract with the creditors of Rover Motors.


    So far, Rover has completely fallen into the hands of Guo Shouyun.


    The next day, as the CEO of Red Star Motors, Brito hosted a press conference on the acquisition of Rover Motors. Guo Shouyun didn''t like the time under the flash, so he just stayed at home and watched the live broadcast on YouTube.


    "Mr. Brito, as the CEO of a Huaxia Automobile Company, what confidence do you have in being able to save a British car company like Rover from bankruptcy?"


    "Our confidence stems from our full understanding of the auto industry, as well as the confidence of Red Star Auto Group in the future development of the auto industry and the determination of the management of Red Star Auto."


    "Can you tell me in detail?"


    "Of course! ... Rover Motors has accumulated a solid technical foundation and brand recognition in the past 100 years of development, which is the most valuable asset of an automobile company. In addition, with the rapid economic development of Huaxia, the people who have become wealthy quickly have a strong interest in automobiles. Growing demand. According to our survey, from 1994 to the present, Huaxia''s annual car sales have increased by 6 times, and it is still growing at a rapid rate of 40% every year. We predict that in the next five years, the annual sales of Huaxia''s car market will be Will exceed 10 million; in the next ten years, it will become the world''s largest automobile consumer market If we connect Rover''s technology and brand with China''s growing automobile market, then we will create a great car manufacturers.��


    "Mr. Brito, do you mean to move Rover''s production line to Huaxia and keep only the R&D department in the UK?"


    "No! We will keep Rover''s production line and R&D department in the UK. Although we value the future of the Chinese car market, we will not give up the UK and Europe. We are confident that Rover will become one of the best-selling car brands in Europe again. one."


    "Mr. Brito, as far as I know you were previously CEO of Americas Beverages. Do you think your success with beer can be applied to the automotive industry?"


    The reporter''s tone was clearly ridiculed! However, Brito has worked hard in the business world for many years, and he has also encountered more tricky and ugly problems, so naturally he will not be out of balance because of this.


    "Although beer and cars are two completely different commodities, in my opinion, there are many similarities between the two. And I always believe that whether it is beer or cars, as long as we always stand from the perspective of consumers, Seriously polish our products, improve our sales system and after-sales service, and treat each of our consumers with an honest, serious and trustworthy attitude. I think we will also be successful in the automotive industry!"


    "Mr. Brito, as far as I know, the Red Star Automobile Group was established on the basis of a loss-making car company in China, and you have never had any experience in producing family cars, let alone the market and technology. So, what makes you With so much confidence to succeed in the auto industry?"


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    "What does this reporter think of Rover''s car-making skills?" Brito asked.


    As a British reporter, he still has the arrogance of the declining old aristocracy in his bones.


    "Rover''s automotive technology, especially engine and chassis technology, is unquestionably the best in the world!"


    Brito nodded with a smile, "Exactly, we think so too. With Rover''s technology, coupled with our sales channels in China, and rich financial resources, I believe that our Red Star Auto Group can reproduce Rover''s technology. brilliant!"


    Hearing this, everyone suddenly remembered that standing behind the Red Star Auto Group was Bruce Guo, who was praised by countless people as a business wizard and financial giant. From the founding of LinkedIn in 2000 to the present, the other party''s wealth and career have maintained exponential growth, and they have never suffered too much failure. There is such a figure standing behind the Red Star car at the helm. Red Star''s acquisition of Rover Motors doesn''t seem so absurd anymore.


    "Is the acquisition of Rover by Red Star Automobile Group at the behest of Mr. Guo?"


    "certainly!"


    "So what specific plans does Mr. Guo have for the future development of Rover?"


    "Of course there are specific plans. We do not do anything out of liking, but based on rigorous analysis and investigation. However, because corporate strategic planning is a business secret, I won''t reveal too much. But I can talk to you about it. We promise that Red Star Rover will appear at next year''s five major auto shows including Geneva, Frankfurt and Tokyo. We will invest 3 billion US dollars to launch four brands of Austin, Rover, MG, and Red Star, and 12 models! We will become an international A force to be reckoned with in the automotive industry."


    There was an unexpected uproar among the reporters. With 3 billion US dollars and 12 models, the Red Star Motors team''s ambitions for the auto industry were clear. Regardless of whether it was successful or not, this kind of revelation is too much for the reporters on the scene. They like this kind of big news that can attract public attention.


    "Mr. Brito, will all 12 models be launched next year?"


    "Of course not. It takes enough time to develop a new car. So we will push 12 new cars to the market in the next three years."


    "May I ask what level does each of the 12 models belong to? Do you have a plan now?"


    "Actually, everyone from the brand can judge the level of cars that the 12 models of Red Star Rover are aimed at. As for the plan, of course we have, and we have even prepared all the car design drawings. The next step is the research and development stage. As for more, I am inconvenient to disclose. As long as you always pay attention to the official website of our Red Star Rover, I believe there will be news you are looking forward to.��


    Brito used this press conference to advertise its own vehicle first.


    Having worked hard all his life in the business world, the experienced Brito''s ability to deal with reporters is naturally no problem. Soon, the hour-long press conference passed.


    After closing YouTube and opening the webpages of Internet media such as LinkedIn News and Yahoo News, as expected, on their front pages, I found the report of Red Star Automobile Group''s acquisition of Rover Motors.


    Simply flipping through it, basically it is written around the content disclosed in the Brito press conference. Seeing that there was nothing new, Guo Shouyun turned off the computer.


    "Any news today?"


    Wang Jue replied: "Mr. Morris reports that he has hired Kobre & Kim to deal with Gary Barber''s lawsuit."


    Kobre & Kim is best at resolving all kinds of commercial disputes and investigations. It would be appropriate to have them deal with the Gary Barber lawsuit.


    "What about the merger of Matrix and Conscart?" Guo Shouyun asked further.


    "The two sides are still in secret contact, and there is no further news for the time being."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Is there anything else?"


    "General Manager Tang from Global Real Estate reported that she intends to acquire China''s second largest real estate development company, Shun Chi, and hopes to get your approval."


    "Shunchi? Sun Hongbin?"


    When he decided to enter the Huaxia real estate industry, Guo Shouyun had a good understanding of it. Now the real hegemons in the Huaxia real estate market are neither Evergrande nor Country Garden, but Vanke and Shunchi.


    Especially Shunchi, in 1995, Sun Hongbin took 500,000 Huaxia coins borrowed from Liu Chuanzhi to Jinmen. It has only been 9 years. The Shunchi he founded has already crossed the intermediary and real estate, with an annual revenue of 4.5 billion. Huaxia Coin, second only to Vanke''s Huaxia real estate giant.


    Even Guo Shouyun admired Sun Hongbin''s understanding of the Huaxia real estate market and his extreme mode of operation of capital. However, as often seen on the Internet, God does not bless Sun Hongbin. In 2004, the Central China crackdown on the real estate market directly cut off the capital chain he built on bank loans. In just two or three years, Shunchi, which has acquired more than 30 pieces of land and hoarded more than 10 million square meters of land, has become shaky.


    However, Sun Hongbin��s acquisition of land has its own characteristics. They are all located in the urban fringes or sub-centers, such as Daxing Huangcun in Beijing, Zhengdong New District in Zhengzhou, and Qingpu and Fengxian in the magic capital. They are generally the birthplaces of more than 1 hour��s drive. These raw sites are often not favored by local developers who focus on short-term benefits, the competition is relatively less intense, and there is potential for future appreciation. The local government is eager to sell, which is easy to obtain support, especially financial support; basically there is no remaining demolition problem, which is conducive to rapid start and delivery; the land area is generally large, suitable for the construction of large-scale low-end residential buildings.


    The characteristics are very clear, and the future appreciation potential is not small. However, Guo Shouyun pays more attention to the potential and value of urban core plots. Given that there is still room in the urban core today, there is naturally no interest in the suburbs.


    After a brief consideration, Guo Shouyun picked up the phone, found Tang Wenfang''s number and dialed it.


    Obviously Tang Wenfang knew that he would make a call, and was connected a short time after Guo Shouyun made the call.


    "Hello, boss!"


    "Are you planning to acquire Shunchi?"


    Guo Shouyun didn''t waste any time and asked directly.


    "Yes!"


    "Tell me about your plans!"


    Although Guo Shouyun himself was not optimistic about this acquisition, he did not reject it at the beginning. After all, it is Tang Wenfang who really manages Global Real Estate. She knows more about the company than herself, and she also understands the future development direction of Global Real Estate.


    Obviously, Tang Wenfang came prepared. After answering, he opened his mouth in a clear and organized manner: "First, there are 15 undeveloped lands under Shunchi Real Estate, covering 12.38 million square meters, of which nearly 4.5 million square meters are located in the Yangtze River Delta region. And the plots are generally larger. , suitable for our long-term development, and the return of funds to support the development of core businesses in 25 cities."


    "Secondly, there are 77 properties under development or completed by Sunco, of which 30 are in Tianjin, accounting for 20% of the real estate stock in Tianjin. If they can be won, the properties managed by the property service department of Global Real Estate will be will reach 257, with a 35% increase in revenue and net profit."


    "Thirdly, in addition to real estate, Shunchi is also one of the largest real estate agencies in the country, with 459 stores in Tianjin, Beijing and other places. If it can be integrated into Global, our Global Agency''s stores will reach 1,527. A real estate agency network covering major first- and second-tier cities across the country."


    "Fourth, in 2000, Shun Chi established the earliest real estate agency website based on the Internet in China. At present, the website with the website '''' is the largest real estate service website in Tianjin, and with the development of Shun Chi, it has become the forefront of the country. The real estate comprehensive website. I hope our global real estate website can integrate it and consolidate our leading position in the real estate agency field.��


    "Fifth, Sunco currently has more than 10,000 employees, of which 35% are college graduates or above, and generally have rich experience in real estate work; winning Sunco can effectively make up for our personnel gap."


    "Sixth, Sunco''s total assets are about 8 billion CNY, and its debt is 3.56 billion yuan. Considering its current situation, I am confident to acquire all of Sunco''s assets with 4 billion CNY and pay it in installments. In addition, Sunco''s rigid funding gap is 600 million Chinese coins. That is to say, as long as we take out 2 billion Chinese coins, we can swallow up the second largest real estate company in mainland China and replace it. Regarding the source of funds, the boss invested in the global The funds for the core real estate projects are as high as 50 billion Huaxia dollars in the first phase. Although the cost of purchasing land is very large, the remaining part, with Huaxia''s current deposit interest of nearly 8%, is enough for us to acquire Shunchi and maintain Shunchi. The operation of its projects. Even if there are some deficiencies, it can be recovered through real estate sales. ... As long as we have dealt with the first investment, it will become easier for us in the future.��


    Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment, "It seems that you have been thinking about this for a long time."


    "Yes! I''ve been thinking about it since the break of Sun Hongbin''s Shunchi capital chain was exposed. Because Shunchi''s business and personnel are really suitable for us. If it can be annexed, Global will become a leading domestic leader. As a real estate development company, we are stronger than Vanke when it comes to commercial real estate.��


    "Are you sure? And I know that Sunco is now in contact with Morgan. If there is Morgan''s investment, the funding gap of 600 million Huaxia coins is not a big problem."


    "I have already inquired about it. What Morgan gave to Shunchi was a gambling agreement: Morgan bought 20% of Shunchi''s shares for 750 million Chinese coins. Profits are less than 16%, and Morgan''s 20% stake will be doubled, or 40%."


    "...Morgan is obviously planning to take advantage of the situation. With Sun Hongbin''s character, how could he agree to such a condition? Moreover, in order to avoid the complicated local government-business relationship, Shunchi often acquires land at a much higher price than the market, sometimes even higher than the market. The price is close to 30%; this has inadvertently pushed up the cost of land acquisition and compressed profit margins.��


    "...16% of the net profit, although it seems that it is not difficult to achieve now, but everyone knows that with the Chinese government''s suppression of real estate, the operation of real estate enterprises will become difficult, and the profit rate will also decline, 16% The risk is undoubtedly too high for Sun Hongbin to bear. Although he is called a ''madman'' and ''fool'' in the outside world, he is never stupid when it comes to his own interests."


    Guo Shouyun thought for a while and said, "How sure are you about this matter?"


    "80%!"


    "Well, since you feel sure, then I won''t stop you. But you should remember what I said at the beginning?"


    "Yes! ... You can rest assured that I will definitely complete all the core projects of Universal Real Estate within three to five years according to your requirements!"


    "Just remember it!"


    "Boss, the core plots in first- and second-tier cities are often not large, and once there are large plots, the competition will be fierce. Therefore, the funds you provide may not meet the initial requirements."


    "Just follow my request to get the land, and let me know if there is a funding gap."


    "clear!"


    Guo Shouyun ended the call after asking some questions about the operation of Global Real Estate.


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    "Boss, this is the invitation letter we just received."


    Seeing the exquisite letter that Wang Jue handed over, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but be stunned after seeing the badge of the British royal family above.


    "Mr Bruce Guo is cordially invited to participate in the participation of the Prince of Wales and the Earl of Chester, the Duke of Cornwall, the Duke of Rothesay, the Earl of Carrick, the Baron of Renfrew, the Lords of the Outer Isles, the Prince of Scotland and the General Office of the Scottish Royal Family Officer, Knight Companion of the Most Noble Order of the Garter, Oldest and Nobleest Knight of the Order of the Thistle, Most Honored Master and Chief Knight of the Grand Cross of Bath, Member of the Order of Merit, Knight of the Order of Australia, Member of the Order of the Queen''s Service, Her Majesty the Queen Dinner at Clarence House on the 23rd of this month by HRH Prince Charles Philip Arthur George, Most Respected Chancellor of the Royal Privy Council and Her Majesty''s Attach��."


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t help but smile when he saw this invitation letter, which only took up most of the space with honors and titles. Whether it is a previous life or a future life, the outside world does not have a high evaluation of this Prince Charles. In particular, his marriage with Princess Diana and his affairs with many mistresses have become an enduring gossip classic in Western society. So much so that according to folklore, the annoyed ****** even planned to bypass this son and pass the throne directly to Prince William. Of course I don''t know if it''s true or not.


    "Call the Patek Philippe store in London and ask them to bring a high-end Patek Philippe limited edition watch."


    "Patek Philippe watches?" Wang Jue was stunned. In her impression, Guo Shouyun''s gifts were always his calligraphy, or red wine, and he rarely gave watches.


    "His Royal Highness Charles likes things that are valuable and easy to sell!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    In addition to peach news, Prince Charles is also known for his greed for money. In addition to tax evasion, which has not yet been exposed, the heir to the British throne also likes to sell the gifts he receives from political and business people around the world for money. And, in addition to the royal inheritance, the Prince Charles also runs a food company and a real estate business. Compared with his eldest son William, who donated all his income, he made a lot of money.


    After agreeing, Wang Jue went down to prepare what the big boss wanted. Guo Shouyun glanced at the invitation card in his hand and put it aside temporarily. Prince Charles'' invitation is tomorrow, and now he has other things to do.


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    Horseback riding is the favorite sport of British gentlemen. Therefore, there are many horse farms with excellent facilities up and down the UK. Like golf in the United States, there are both large-scale golf courses for the public and membership-based, small and refined courses. Winston Stables is such a membership-only private horse farm. It is located in the northern suburbs of London. It has excellent lawns and beautiful scenery, as well as excellent horse trainers and excellent horse breeds from all over the world.


    Guo Shouyun also likes to ride horses, but he simply likes the feeling of riding a horse. There is no interest in those horse races that cost tens of millions, or even tens of millions of dollars.


    Guo Shouyun stopped after renting an Arabian horse from Winston Stables for a lap.


    "My own level is limited, but it makes Mr. Grubman laugh."


    A tall middle-aged man with a beard in a standard knight''s uniform said with a smile, "Mr. Guo is too self-effacing. Your riding skills are not bad at all."


    "Walk together?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled after handing the reins to the trainer.


    "OK!"


    The warm sunshine, soft lawn, and green eyes make people feel comfortable, but the two protagonists are mostly not in this beautiful scenery.


    "I heard that Mr. Grubman was not having a good time at Maersk?"


    Richard Grubman, President and Chief Operating Officer of Maersk, is the third person within the Maersk Group after CEO West Martin and Chairman Jim Hageman.


    "It seems that the information Mr. Guo got is not accurate. I had a very pleasant time at Maersk."


    Guo Shouyun glanced at the calm man beside him, and was not surprised by his answer and behavior. After all, he is a business elite who has been in the shopping mall for half his life. If he loses his composure by a few words, he will waste his time trying to collect information about him.


    "Really? But I heard that Mr. West Martin has rejected the proposal submitted by Mr. Grubman in several meetings of the Maersk Executive Committee that the development of the logistics base should be given priority. Even, if not Grubb According to Mr. Man''s recommendation, Maersk will not invest in the Daocheng Qiangang Wharf project, but will buy the shipping department of the iron company Zhahua." Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "It is not good to cooperate with a superior who is at odds with his own strategic decision. matter."


    Richard Grubman frowned slightly, "Mr. Guo, anyone will have a different view on the future development of the company, the difference lies in whether they can reach an agreement through discussion and analysis. Although I and West There are differences in the future development direction of Maersk, but we can solve this problem through communication. This is the case with the Qianwan Wharf project in the island city, and this time I personally came to the UK to have a meeting with the Iron Bank Jawa Company.��


    "I am very willing to believe Mr. Grubman''s words, but if there is a chance, wouldn''t it be better to find a company that fits my career ideals?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "I don''t understand Mr. Guo''s words very well!" Richard Grubman said after a jump in his heart.


    "With Mr. Grubman''s wisdom, he must be able to guess what I will say next." After a pause, Guo Shouyun said solemnly, "I hope Mr. Grubman can serve as the CEO of Universal Corporation!"


    "really!"


    Richard Grubman thought to himself.


    From the Pacific Commodity Exchange website to the Ruby Mall, and then to the recent Universal Corporation, for this fast-rising large company involved in commodity trading, shipping, logistics, terminals, warehouses, and shipping, Richard Grubman has always been very concerned. Clearly, the CEO position has been vacant since its previous CEO, John Roberts, left. When he received the invitation letter from Guo Shouyun, he guessed that it would be such an invitation. It was just a guess before, and now a certainty.


    "Although the business line of our global company involves bulk commodity trading, shipping, logistics, terminals, warehouses, shipping and finance, the core business is still the construction of bulk commodity trading and logistics systems, and in logistics, special emphasis is placed on terminals. Expansion of assets and warehouse assets.��


    "...In the past five years, our own shipping capacity has only been 34.67TEU, and our land transportation capacity has only been 648,000 tons, which is basically not among the top five in the same industry. However, we have grown from zero in terminals and warehouses to now owned by 42 countries around the world. It has 103 berths and 612 warehouses and yards, ranking fourth in the world after Hutchison Whampoa, China Merchants International and Singapore Port.��


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 v2 Chapter 710： global strategy

    Chapter 710: Strategies for Universal


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    "Mr. Grubman, I think it''s better to work for a company that better fits my career aspirations than to waste my precious time on pointless arguments, don''t you think?"


    Looking at the smiling and confident young man beside him, Richard Grubman''s face became more thoughtful.


    After a long time, "Mr. Guo, if I say that I take over Universal, I will reduce or even temporarily stop the investment in container ships. In addition, I will sell some terminal berths and warehouses. Will you agree?"


    "Before answering this question, I would like to know the reason why Mr. Grubman did this." Guo Shouyun said.


    Richard Grubman nodded and organized the language, "In 1862, the French physician and economist Clement Jugella wrote in "On Commercial Crises and Cycles in France, England, and America". The book first proposed that the market economy has 9-10-year cyclical fluctuations, and this medium-length economic cycle was later called the ''Jugla Cycle'', also known as the ''Jugla Medium Cycle''."


    ����The change cycle of the heavy industry chain, including steel, manufacturing, shipping, electric power, metal mines, coal, ports, building materials, etc., is undoubtedly a typical ��Jugla cycle��. Under normal circumstances, the cycle change is about In 10 years, the ratio of the length of the rising period to the falling period is about 4:6. Although not absolute, it roughly maintains a 10-year cycle change.��


    "...The last ''Jugla mid-cycle'' of the shipping industry was from the third quarter of 1992 to the fourth quarter of 2001. The next shipping industry cycle, if there are no surprises, should be from the fourth quarter of 2001 to the fourth quarter of 2011 or the first quarter of 2012. Quarterly. According to the Jugla cycle of rising for 4 years and falling back for 6 years, from the fourth quarter of 2001 to the fourth quarter of 2005, the shipping industry was in a stage of rapid development, and then began to enter a downward cycle from 2006.��


    ����It is now the third quarter of 2004, and one more year will be the peak of the Jugella cycle. If Universal invests heavily in shipping, it will undoubtedly be in time for the high point of the market, not only spending a lot of unnecessary money, but also Bearing high operating costs after the shipping industry has entered a down cycle. So if Universal is really going to invest in the shipping industry, around 2009, when the shipping industry reaches the bottom of the down cycle is more appropriate.��


    "...According to the survey data of Reuters and Bloomberg, the world''s 20 large shipping groups added an average of 37,000 TEUs each year, and the global shipping industry added 3.15 million TEUs each year, with an annual growth rate of 8.6%. The new demand for transport capacity is 2.87 million TEUs, a growth rate of 7.9%! Although excess capacity is the norm after competition in the shipping market, once it becomes long-term, the excess capacity will inevitably overwhelm the market.��


    ����Universal is not a traditional shipping company, but a comprehensive company established around commodity trading, involving finance, shipping, logistics, terminal operations, etc. There are a large number of small and medium shipping companies and Freight companies provide services for them, so in addition to ultra-large container ships, ultra-large LNG carriers, very large oil tankers, and chemical tankers, etc., these small and medium-sized shipping companies will not be involved. In addition to ultra-large and professional ships, There is absolutely no need to invest. This way Universal is less affected by the shipping cycle and has higher profit margins.��


    ����In addition, with the continuous development of the global shipping industry, the large-scale ship has become more and more mainstream. This is conducive to saving freight and maintaining profitability during the shipping recession. With the large-scale ship, the requirements for terminals and supporting facilities are also increasing. Higher, small and medium-sized terminals will become more and more marginalized. Therefore, increasing the number of berths in the terminal is not the best development measure. Concentrating financial resources to deepen investment in large terminals and optimizing supporting facilities is a long-term strategy. Take the United States as an example, Global and There is no need to invest in dozens of terminals, it is enough to focus on three or four main terminals on the east coast, west coast and Caribbean Sea. This will not only improve the utilization of the terminals, but also increase the net profit of the terminal operation. ."


    "...The operation of the terminal is the same, and the operation of the warehouse is also the same. It is meaningless to pursue the number, but should increase the radiation area of ??the core warehouse, increase the utilization rate, and improve the profit margin. Terminals, warehouses, but lack of railways and cargo airports. Universal wants to build a large platform that spans all aspects of the logistics industry, and railways and airports are indispensable parts.��


    After Richard Grubman finished speaking, he exhaled. After noticing his eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled and said: "Mr. Grubman''s words have made my understanding of the logistics industry more in-depth. Moreover, I also agree with your analysis very much. Therefore, now I am more than ever. I hope you can take on the role of CEO of Universal Corporation."


    "Mr. Guo, in addition to what I said before. If I were CEO of Universal, I would reduce the variety of commodities on the Universal Commodity Exchange."


    "I want to know why."


    After Richard Grubman nodded, "Since it is a commodity trading website, there must be buying and selling of commodities. Pacific Energy is the world''s largest electricity producer and supplier, as well as the world''s top natural gas transportation, distribution and retail. business, Unocal is the fourth largest oil and gas producer in the United States and the top 20 oil and gas producers in the world. Therefore, on the global commodity trading website, the trading volume of electricity, natural gas and oil is the largest. Over the years, with Guo''s business group, With a large investment in agriculture and animal husbandry, the trading volume of soybeans, corn and fresh food is also increasing.��


    "...In contrast, steel, copper, coal, lumber and other trading types, because Mr. Guo''s company does not have similar support, under the competition of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and the New York Mercantile Exchange, it has never been able to form a scale. So , I think we should give up trading in small categories and focus on the seven major categories of electricity, natural gas, oil, soybeans, corn, wheat, and fresh food. Only when there is enough trading volume and a market can be formed can it be attractive enough futures market, increasing our financial revenue.��


    Commodity trading is naturally accompanied by the formation of the futures market. When the global commodity trading website was not big, futures trading was not very noticeable or even developed. However, as Pacific Energy''s power production scale becomes larger and larger, Unocal continues to grow in the oil and gas field through continuous mergers and acquisitions.


    In addition, Guo Shouyun''s Guo''s Charity Fund and several affiliated charitable funds have invested almost half of it in buying land.


    The United States has more than 2 million farms and 1.669 million square kilometers of arable land, ranking first in the world. In recent years, Guo Shouyun''s charitable methods include donating to Stanford University; the United States going to Huaxia, or Chinese students coming to the United States; and several of his own charitable schools, most of them have purchased land. The land is then given to those who are homeless and willing to engage in agricultural cultivation in the form of charitable donations. The vast majority of these people are Chinese, with a small number of Hispanics and Hispanics.


    In order to take care of more rural men from China who can''t read and only farm the land, Guo Shouyun dismantled the large farm he bought into small farms of more than ten acres.


    The general situation in the United States is that small farms will work intensively and grow cash crops such as sugar beets and spices to obtain higher incomes. However, these require a high level of knowledge and experience, and are really not suitable for Chinese farmers who have just arrived. So, they simply planted simple corn, wheat, and soybeans from the very beginning. Every year, Guo''s Farm Company makes these farms grow corn, wheat and soybeans by order, and then purchase them together and sell them on the Guo''s Commodity Trading website.


    With accumulation year after year, the Kuok Charitable Foundation has invested more than $5 billion in agriculture. At the same time, the trading volume of corn, wheat and soybeans on the global commodity trading website has become larger and larger, and the influence has become stronger and stronger.


    Coupled with the investment of Guo''s Farm Company in animal husbandry, the trading of beef on the global commodity trading website has also increased.


    Today, electricity, natural gas, oil, corn, soybeans, wheat and beef have nearly constituted the largest trading variety on the global commodity trading website.


    Of course, someone might ask. Since the land has been donated, the owner of the land can plant whatever he wants, and he doesn''t have to sell it to Guo''s farm. OK, my friend, if you don''t sell it to Guo''s Farm, in the future your children will not be able to get donations from the sub-funds of the Guo''s Charitable Foundation. Don''t expect to get donations when you are seriously ill.


    By contrast, Cargill, Bunge, and LDC don''t give you that. It''s obvious how to choose.


    ���� Fewer categories will help Universal become more specialized in storage, transportation, sales, etc. This will further improve Universal��s service level, market share and influence. Mr. Guo has abundant capital. In order to strengthen Universal��s trade in the field, Dominance in agriculture, in particular, should pick one acquisition from ADM, Cargill, Bunge and Louis Dreyfus.��


    ADM, Cargill, Bunge and Louis Dreyfuss are the world''s four most famous grain merchants, and they control 80% of the world''s grain trade. The annual transaction volume is hundreds of billions of dollars. If it can win one of them, the global commodity trading website will become one of the real leaders in the global agricultural and animal husbandry field.


    ����for the transformation of the logistics system. In terms of shipping, I hope to sell container ships under 10,000 tons of TEU; tankers under Suezmax and all single-hull tankers; LNG carriers under 200,000 cubic meters. Because small and Although economical ships are the mainstream of shipping now, they are also the most vulnerable to losses once they encounter a shipping cycle. On the contrary, super-large ships can obtain orders at low shipping times by virtue of their economy.��


    ����In terms of air freight, I would like to sell all the cargo planes. We are in the commodity business and the price of cargo planes is clearly not for us.��


    "...On the terminal side, strengthen the stake and interests of the hub port, expand the throughput capacity of the hub port through investment, and win more orders."


    ����In terms of land transportation, it is mainly railway, road transportation, as well as the construction of warehouses and storage and transportation equipment. We can acquire one of the six Tier 1 railroad companies in the United States.��


    American Freight Railroad is divided into 3 categories according to the annual turnover. Those with an annual turnover of more than 250 million US dollars are Class I railways, and those with an annual turnover of 20 million to 249 million US dollars are Class II railways (regional railways). ), the annual turnover of less than 20 million US dollars is a class III railway (local railway).


    There are currently six Tier 1 railroad companies: Pacific Union, North Burlington-Santa Fe, CSX, Norfolk Southern, Illinois Mid-Gulf, Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad . All six railroads are national railroad companies, and their transportation network can reach all states in the United States, as well as Canada and Mexico.


    ����If all this happens, we will be the world��s largest integrated logistics and commodities trader.��


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he pondered for a moment and said, "Building a world''s top comprehensive logistics and commodity trading platform is also my expectation for Universal. However, in your envisaged development plan, I agree to sell the aviation business. Indeed, the high shipping costs of air transport are too high compared to larger commodity transactions, and there is no need to keep the aviation department after reducing the categories of the global exchange website.��


    ����Also, I don��t agree with the strategy of selling container ships below 10,000 TEU; Suezmax and all single-hull tankers; LNG carriers below 200,000 cubic meters. Because Pacific Energy, Unocal, Guo��s Business itself requires a large number of specialized ships to provide logistics services. This is a business that Universal will not lose, and there is no need to give this money to other shipping companies to earn.��


    "About port investment It''s okay to focus on investing in core hub ports, and investing in expansion is also what it should be. It''s just that the assets of the six major US railway companies are huge. I agree with your acquisition strategy, but it will wait until next year. "


    "next year?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively. It will take time to sell eBay and Yahoo shares, and this year''s has been used to acquire 22.4% of Scottish Power''s shares. The rest won''t be possible until at least next year. In addition, the assets of each of the six major US railway companies are as high as tens of billions of dollars. It is obviously not enough to sell the shares of eBay and Yahoo, and even the sale of 40% of the shares of Dabor Steel Phase I is not enough. So, to buy one of the six major railroad companies, you need to use the Bruce Fund, which has $180 billion in capital reserves.


    At present, the 180 billion US dollars are all invested by Guo Shouyun in oil futures and spot gold. There is a clearing in March of each year.


    The purpose of liquidation is to comprehensively evaluate the total value of assets under the Bruce Fund, such as Kuo, Pacific Energy, Unocal, Matrix, and Phoenix Bank, and then issue a new asset-backed securities to cover the previous batch of asset-backed securities and repay interest.


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    Chapter 711 Clarence House


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    The reason for issuing bonds once a year is mainly considering that the businesses of Guo''s, Pacific Energy, Unocal, Matrix, and Phoenix Bank are all developing continuously, and they will achieve at least 10% growth every year. Matrix, Unocal and Phoenix Bank, along with With the continuous boom of the movie market, rising oil prices, and the exponential growth of real estate-based CDO bonds, it is also growing rapidly.


    Moreover, the acquisition of Scottish Electricity Company was able to issue one more bond.


    "Each of the six major U.S. railroad companies is worth more than $30 billion, and I need time to raise funds."


    Richard Grubman nodded knowingly.


    "So... do you have any other questions?"


    "If I become CEO of Universal, how much autonomy do I get? And how do I get paid?"


    "You can decide on any transaction under $100 million, as well as the power to appoint personnel other than executives. As for your compensation, you only have an annual salary of $2 million in the first year, and if you can guarantee the steady growth of Universal for the next two years, And if you can achieve more than 20% growth, you can get 1% equity; then if the annual global ROE can grow more than 10%, then you can get 0.2% more common stock every year, until 3%! In addition, whether you are in the company or after you leave the company, the shares in your hand cannot be sold to the outside world, but only to Universal.��


    "Why?" Richard Grubman asked, frowning.


    "I don''t want Universal''s development to be scarred by external hostile takeovers. There have been too many examples of this in the past. I don''t want the story of Martin, Marathon Oil, Reynolds Nabex Group to happen to Universal. "


    The biggest fear of listed companies is to encounter stock market snipers, that is, hostile takeovers. Such people are not only disgusting, but they can also damage the company''s vitality by competing for control of the company. Therefore, now not only the United States, but also listed companies in other countries have contingency plans against hostile takeovers. This is true of poison pill plans, pension agreements, and more.


    "In fact, there are better ways to prevent hostile takeovers. For example: cross-shareholding."


    "However, I still prefer share repurchase!" Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    Noticing the firmness in his tone, Richard Grubman nodded. He was just curious and had no objection. Moreover, the conditions given by Guo Shouyun are already excellent enough.


    "If Mr. Guo really supports my business strategy for Universal, then I am very honored to accept your invitation."


    Although his position on Maersk''s executive committee is second only to the company''s chief executive citrullamine West Martin and chairman of the board Jim Hagerman. But even so, it is not more tempting to lead a company by yourself. The idea of ??''it is better to be a chicken''s head than a phoenix''s tail'' is equally applicable to foreigners. What''s more, Universal''s strength is not much worse than Maersk.


    After holding Richard Grubman''s right hand, Guo Shouyun said with a smile: "I think in the future we will also become partners like Charlie Merrill and Win Smith, Buffett and Charlie Munger, who will lead the company to glory. ."


    "certainly!"


    After the two shook hands for a long time, Richard Grubman suddenly asked, "Mr. Guo, I''m very curious. In the United States, you should be able to find many candidates who are suitable for the CEO of Universal, but why did you find me?"


    Looking at his curious eyes, Guo Shouyun certainly wouldn''t say that after he became the CEO of Maersk in the future, he not only led the company to maintain profitability in the trough of the shipping industry. He also persuaded the board of directors to agree that he sold Maersk''s oil business, and cooperated with ibm to develop a blockchain logistics platform to build a large logistics platform that spans shipping, terminal operations and freight integrated services, which fits him very well. The strategic plan for the future development of Universal, so this meeting and poaching came about.


    "There are many people who are suitable for being CEO of Universal, but in my opinion, there are very few people who have extensive experience in the logistics industry and can lead the company to success. And you ... is one of the few that comes to my mind."


    "I''m glad to have your attention!"


    "Because you have such abilities!"


    After chatting with Richard Grubman about his resignation and Universal''s development plans, the two sides separated.


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    "Boss, this is the Patek Philippe watch you want, 5002p series white gold limited edition, priced at ��150,000!"


    After taking the box that Wang Jue handed over and opening it, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Yes, that''s it!"


    After putting the box in the pocket of the suit, he turned around halfway, "How is it, is there a problem?"


    "With the boss''s figure and status, no matter what suit you wear, you will look tall, handsome, stable and noble."


    "Guess you would say that. But speaking of it, you are really beautiful tonight!"


    As Guo Shouyun''s female companion attending today''s dinner, Wang Jue is also dressed up. Silver-white high-heeled shoes with diamonds; light blue sleeveless tunic dress with hollow shoulders; milk-colored English top hat, matched with her delicate facial features, as well as her tall figure, as well as specially selected and matched jewelry and jewelry, let her She looked radiant and beautiful.


    Noticing the admiration in his eyes, Wang Jue couldn''t help but feel happy. It''s not worth her time and effort to dress up.


    "The time is about the same, let''s go." Guo Shouyun said.


    Wang Jue nodded with a smile.


    Under the **** of bodyguards, the group left Guo Shouyun''s residence in London and drove towards the Clarence Palace in the city center.


    Clarence House, also known as Clarence House is a British royal palace built in 1825. The famous Buckingham Palace is within 3 km. Named after the Duke of Clarence, son of then King George III. Later King William IV of England lived here from 1830 to 1837.


    During World War II, it was used as the headquarters of the Red Cross and was bombarded by artillery. After the Queen''s coronation, the Queen Mother moved into Clarence House, where she lived the rest of her life for half a century until her death in 2002.


    In August 2003, Charles spent millions of pounds redecorating Clarence House, and then moved in with the two princes and lover Camilla. In order to please Camilla, Charles even took out 1.6 million pounds from his own pocket to decorate two rooms specially for Camilla.


    Leaving aside the anecdote of the mistress turning positive for the time being, the sprawling Clarence House has now become the most popular venue for a banquet held by Prince Charles, who has a mixed reputation in the UK. Naturally the same is true tonight.


    After sending the pilgrimage and being inspected by the guards, Guo Shouyun walked in with Wang Jue.


    Although Prince Charles has a bad reputation among the British people because of his loveliness and many stories with Princess Diana, it is too common for nobles to cheat and cheat in the upper class. Coupled with the status of Charles, so Today''s banquet is not said to be crowded, but it can also be called lively.


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 v2 Chapter 712： Prince Charles dinner

    Chapter 712 Prince Charles'' Dinner


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    Guo Shouyun doesn''t know many people in the UK. As the protagonist of today''s banquet, Prince Charles is naturally not lacking in clinging, so Guo Shouyun didn''t bother. After taking two glasses of champagne from the waiter, he stepped aside.


    But now he is not the little guy he was when he first made his fortune three or four years ago. As a world-class business tycoon, he has recently acquired the Manchester United football team with fans all over the UK. He doesn''t know anyone else, but more and more people know him. And people who insert a few Chinese faces among the many white people are themselves eye-catching.


    "Hi, Bruce!"


    "William?" Guo Shouyun was surprised when he turned around and saw the person walking behind him, "Didn''t you say you were still at St Andrew''s University when you called last time?"


    "Haha, of course I want to surprise you as a friend!"


    "Well, this surprise is really good!"


    The two smiled and hugged. In addition to the Rowling family, in the UK, Prince William is his best friend. The two have been in constant phone contact with each other since they met for three years.


    "Wang, you are so beautiful today!"


    "Thank you!" Wang Jue smiled.


    As Guo Shouyun''s personal assistant, she is no stranger to Prince William.


    "Bruce, did you really buy Manchester United?"


    "It looks like you are a Manchester United fan too!" Guo Shouyun nodded and smiled.


    "Of course, most of the entire British royal family are Manchester United fans. But why did you suddenly think of buying Manchester United?"


    "Why, I''m afraid that I don''t understand football, so I just use it as a money making machine?"


    "Of course not! You have so many more valuable and more profitable companies than Manchester United!"


    Even so, Guo Shouyun still saw a hint of hesitation in his eyes. Obviously Prince William has this concern. As a true football fan, no one likes a team they admire being bought by a businessman. This year, the golden dollar football wave that Abu has set off around the world has just begun, and it will take time before it truly changes the entire European football world.


    "William, I like football more than basketball, and I''m a Manchester United fan myself. That''s why I bought it!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "Really? Weren''t you the main force of your basketball team in college?"


    "Playing basketball is a hobby, and watching football is also a hobby!"


    Seeing the smile on his face, Prince William nodded, "Okay, I believe you!" After a pause, "Bruce, Manchester United is my favorite team, don''t screw it up. ."


    "Don''t worry, I have invested nearly 800 million pounds anyway, how can I screw it up!"


    "Come on, I''ll take you to see your father!"


    "I''m here!" Prince Charles walked over with a glass of wine in his hand and smiling. In fact, as the top guest invited at this banquet, a servant had already told Guo Shouyun when he first entered Clarence House. Originally, he planned to meet Guo Shouyun after appeasing the guests who were chatting at the time, but he didn''t expect to be robbed by his son.


    "His Royal Highness, it is a great honor to meet you!"


    The gifts were handed over to the royal administrators who were responsible for registering and receiving gifts when they entered the door, so there was no need to take them out here.


    "It is also my honor to invite such a distinguished guest as Mr. Guo!"


    When they met for the first time, they simply shook hands.


    "This beautiful lady is...?" Charles looked at the beautiful woman next to him with shining eyes.


    "Wang Jue, I''m the boss''s assistant!"


    "It turns out that Ms. Wang is the most beautiful oriental woman I have ever seen!"


    As he said that, he took Wang Jue''s right hand and gave a standard western kiss. The lascivious crown prince probably also knew that Guo Shouyun''s status was extraordinary, and did not pursue Wang Jue for contact information.


    "After Mr. Guo came to the UK, he made frequent moves in the corporate world, especially the acquisition of Rover Motors, which is even more surprising!"


    "Surprise? I''m afraid there will be more people waiting to see my joke!" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    "Mr. Guo is joking. Who doesn''t know that since Mr. Guo entered the business world five years ago and founded LinkedIn, he has been brilliant, especially when he acquired Enron, which was on the verge of bankruptcy, and reorganized it into the world''s largest public utility company. It is admirable and deeply thoughtful. I believe that with the acquisition of Rover Motors, Mr. Guo will also create the story of Enron back then. And I have read the BBC news, the development of twelve new models is really bold , apart from Mr. Guo, I am afraid that there is no second person in the world who dares to step into the auto industry with such a large amount of money."


    "His Royal Highness''s words are really embarrassing, but I will do my best to bring Rover back to life and become the flagship of the British automotive industry!"


    "I think we should have a toast to this exciting goal!" Charles nodded and raised his glass.


    "certainly!"


    Accompanied by the clinking sound of glasses, the two, including Wang Jue and Prince William, took a sip of the champagne in their glasses.


    Charles looked at the time, "Mr. Guo, I have to excuse me for the time being!"


    "Your Highness, please do it yourself."


    "William, Mr. Guo is our honored guest, you must take good care of it!"


    "Yes, father!"


    Charles nodded, turned and walked to the inside of the hall. After taking a black microphone from his butler, he stood on the steps and said, "Everyone, I''m Charles, and I''m very happy that you can accept the invitation and come to this evening. For the dinner held at Clarence House, I would like to thank Baron Leon Lambert, Chairman of the Board of Directors of HSBC, Lord James Raiple, Deputy Secretary of State of the United Kingdom, Mr. Bruce Guo, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Phoenix Bank, Pacific Energy and other companies, Swiss National Bank Chairman of the Management Board Dr. Pierre Langorton, Economist Mr. Otto Graf Rambsdorf!"


    After introducing six or seven guests, who were probably the highest-ranking guests at the banquet, Charles said, "...Thank you very much for coming to Clarence House during your busy schedule. I hope you can have a pleasant night."


    Accompanied by not too loud applause, the band next to them played a melodious waltz. Looking at the men and women walking onto the dance floor in twos and threes, Wang Jue''s eyes showed longing.


    "Boss, let''s go dance too!"


    "William...!"


    "It doesn''t matter, I just have to find a dance partner!" Prince William waved his hand.


    "Then we''ll talk later!"


    "OK!"


    After saying goodbye, Wang Jue took his hand and put it on his waist. Half-armed Wang Jue''s slender and soft willow waist, and met her bright and deep eyes, "Don''t you usually don''t like dancing this kind of ballroom dance?"


    "Of course I don''t like it without your boss."


    "Why do you want me here!"


    "Aren''t you asking knowingly?"


    Her fiery eyes made Guo Shouyun, a veteran lover, a little bit unbearable.


    "Following me is doomed to fail, you know that!"


    "Of course I know. But are you willing to hand me over to another man?" Wang Jue moved forward deliberately, so that the two of them could stick closer.


    This is the most contradictory question in Guo Shouyun''s heart. As a married man, reason tells him that he shouldn''t mess around and should take on his responsibilities as a husband. But in fact, when he met Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing, who not only possessed extraordinary wisdom, but also had the beauty of the city, when he came into his arms, his desire made him unable to control himself.


    It has to be said that power and money are the amplifiers of people''s hearts. With a high probability, in a society full of money and money, successful men seldom end in one go.


    "In fact, not long after I became your secretary, I knew I couldn''t live without it. I know so many secrets of you, I have experienced the top power in the world, and I have seen the best man in the world. How could I accept it again? An ordinary man, living an ordinary life of washing his hands and making soup? ... And compared to Qiu Manyun and Ji''s sisters, Xiaojing and I are no worse than them in terms of appearance and appearance, right?"


    Looking at the watery eyes of the Iraqi in his arms, Guo Shouyun sighed in his heart. But just as he was about to say something, the song was over.


    Release Wang Jue''s waist, "Let''s go back and talk about this matter!"


    Wang Jue nodded somewhat unwillingly.


    The two found an vacant seat next to them and sat down But the one who came to the door earlier than Prince William was a middle-aged but well-maintained old man in a black suit. .


    "Mr. Neff?"


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to recognize me too!"


    The man smiled and stretched out his right hand.


    Guo Shouyun got up and held the opponent''s right hand, "Of course, Thomas Neff, chairman and CEO of Scottish Electricity, is a heavyweight in the UK public sector!"


    Facing the praise, Thomas Neff smiled, "Can I sit down?"


    "Of course! Please!"


    There were four stools around the square table, and Guo Shouyun and Wang Jue occupied two. Thomas Neff sat down beside him.


    "With Mr. Guo''s wisdom, you must be able to guess my purpose."


    "My 22.4% stake in Scottish Power from Phoenix International Group?"


    "That''s right! We want to know the real purpose of Mr. Guo! Investment or acquisition?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "What do you think?"


    "Acquisition!" Thomas Neff affirmed.


    With Pacific Energy Group, the world''s largest energy and utility company, no one thinks Guo Shouyun''s acquisition of Scottish Power''s shares is just for investment.


    "Since Your Excellency understands, what is the opinion of Scottish Power''s management and board of directors on my acquisition?"


    "Mr. Guo, as long as there is a reasonable price, I personally have no objection to Mr. Guo''s acquisition of Scottish Power!"


    A hint of surprise flashed in Guo Shouyun''s eyes. Although there is no absolute not-for-sale product in this world, as long as the price is right, everything can be negotiated. But Thomas Neff also agreed a little too happily.


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    "This is the best news I''ve heard today! But I''m curious what offer your Excellency and Scottish Power management can accept?"


    "It''s too early to say this. It''s really meaningful to wait for the asset appraisal team of Pacific Energy Group to conduct a comprehensive assessment on us before making an offer! ... What do you think, Mr. Guo?"


    Looking at the smiling man across from him, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "I will ask Pacific Energy to send an asset appraisal team to contact Scottish Power as soon as possible, and I hope your Excellency will cooperate with us at that time."


    "Of course! ... If possible, we would like Mr. Kwok to be there in person. Many of us at Scottish Power look up to you as an idol. Especially your entrepreneurial story is widely circulated within the company. I think if they knew The company will be a part of the Pacific Energy Group and must be excited!"


    "I personally also look forward to being friends and colleagues with Scottish Power staff! Including Mr Neff!"


    "It''s my honor! ... By the way, congratulations to Mr. Guo for the acquisition of Rover Motors and Manchester United Football Team, they are both very high-quality assets, the former only encountered a little difficulty temporarily. I believe that under the leadership of Mr. Guo, Rover will definitely will once again become the world''s top car brand."


    "Thank you! I will do my best to make Rover a success!"


    After Thomas Neff nodded, "How long will Mr. Guo stay in the UK?"


    "Probably another week or so. . . . is there something wrong with Mr. Neff?"


    "I heard that Mr. Guo likes art collection. There will be a Bonhams auction three days later. There are many porcelains from China. The finale is Picasso''s "Woman Running by the Sea"!"


    Since the first half of this year, the Bruce Fund paid a sky-high price of 101.46 million US dollars to buy Pablo Picasso''s masterpiece "The Boy with a Pipe" from Sotheby''s auction, setting the world''s highest art auction record, Guo Shouyun. The large-scale investment in art has also begun to be known to the world.


    Now, whether it is Sotheby''s, Christie''s, China''s Guardian, Poly, or auction houses in other countries, whenever there is any auction event, they will send him an invitation.


    Bonhams apparently did too. However, Bonhams'' popularity is not low. This auction house, founded in the British Georgian period, has become one of the top ten auction houses in the world since it merged with Philipson and Neal three years ago. In particular, he has extensive experience in the field of books and porcelain. Of course, after the company has expanded over the years, it has also begun to involve more categories.


    "I''ve always been interested in collecting art. But the CEO of Bonhams is so well-connected that he could ask Mr. Neff for help!"


    "I''m afraid Mr. Guo doesn''t know that my son Ronan is the CEO of Bonhams!" Thomas Neff did not hide it, and there was no need to hide this kind of thing that could not be verified. Say it earlier, but it seems to be more magnanimous.


    "That''s it!" Guo Shouyun was stunned.


    "Mr. Neff has an excellent son!"


    "Thank you! It''s a pity that compared with Mr. Guo, Ronan is still far behind!"


    For a while, this well-maintained old man looked at Guo Shouyun with the emotion of "having a child like Sun Zhongmou".


    Guo Shouyun smiled, it was not appropriate to say more at this time.


    "Mr. Guo, I had a very pleasant chat with you this time. I hope I will have the opportunity to discuss with you in more depth next time!"


    After holding the right hand that the other party stretched out, "Mr. Neff is in such a hurry to leave?"


    "I also hope to chat with Mr. Guo for a while, but people around me don''t want to see this situation!"


    Guo Shouyun understood what he meant. With his status and influence today, and the reason why he rarely attends banquets, how could those who want to know him miss this rare opportunity. From the vague or naked eyes around him, he knew that he was destined to have a not-so-quiet night today.


    Of course, he thought of this situation long ago when he came, but he didn''t think so.


    "I''ll be on time for the Bonhams auction in three days, and I hope to be with Mr. Neff!"


    A happy smile appeared on Thomas Neff''s face.


    "It''s a great honor to be with Mr. Guo. ... See you in three days!"


    "See you in three days!"


    Looking at his back as he turned away, Guo Shouyun showed a smile in his eyes. He chose to buy Scottish Power not only because he added when dealing with the Phoenix Group for Rover cars. Instead, it was noted that Thomas Neff, the company''s chairman and CEO, was preparing to retire. For such a person, as long as you come up with a good offer, plus a sufficient pension guarantee, he will not mind selling the public company Scottish Power to Pacific Energy Group.


    This is the main reason why he chose Scottish Power over the other five of the UK''s top six power companies.


    Company acquisition, management is always the biggest obstacle, but also the best assistant.


    No one asks the poor in the busy city, and the rich have distant relatives in the mountains!


    There is never a shortage of clingers beside the successful ones! Soon after Thomas Neff left, someone else came over. There are only two types of people who come here; one is to take the opportunity to expand their network; the other is to seek cooperation opportunities.


    Guo Shouyun dealt with them one by one. He had already said goodbye to his youthfulness, and he won a lot of admiration or respect with his skilled social skills until the banquet ended tonight.


    There is no need to say much about the Bonhams auction in three days. Guo Shouyun will not miss the artworks he is interested in, especially Chinese artworks.


    But whether it''s a dinner at Clarence House or an auction at Bonhams, it''s all trivial matters. Even the Manchester United football team is just out of their own hobby, the real key is Rover. If you count the $2 billion that has just been raised and has yet to be used, the entire Rover''s debt has reached $7 billion!


    While $1.2 billion of that is interest-free, the rest is less than 4 percent, and repayments begin three years later. But it''s also an astonishingly large sum of money.


    Under the pressure of such a large sum of money, Guo Shouyun naturally hopes to make Rover profitable as soon as possible. So, after dealing with things in London, he brought Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing to Birmingham again.


    At this time, Brito''s reform of Rover had already begun.


    "Boss, this is Mr. Peter Hirel, now the chief designer of Red Star Motors!" Brito said.


    Looking at the German who was wearing a black suit, red tie, and black-rimmed glasses, with a stern expression on his face and a curious look in his eyes, Guo Shouyun stretched out his right hand with a smile.


    "Mr. Cyril, the world''s top car design master, I have heard your name for a long time!"


    If Guo Shouyun is most dissatisfied with any department of Rover Motors, in addition to sales, it is industrial design.


    Beauty is justice, although this sentence is somewhat general. But it also fully illustrates the importance of appearance. What are those cars that Rover designed before! Especially the ''Rover City Discoverer'' designed in cooperation with Tata Group in 2003 has the same face as a van, and dare to sell it for 90,000 pounds? ! Not only did it make the whole UK scolded, it also damaged the goodwill of Rover luxury cars, but also caused a loss of more than 100 million pounds! This collaboration was a complete disaster for Rover!


    So, after acquiring Rover, the first thing he asked Brito to do was to reorganize Rover''s design department, and he spared no expense to remove Peter Hillier, the three major European auto industrial designers, from the chief designer of the Volkswagen Group. The post was dug over.


    He designed many well-received models such as the new Beetle, Audi A6, and Audi TT, and subsequently served as the chief designer of Audi and Volkswagen, leading the design language of Audi in an era. After becoming the chief designer of Kia, he successively launched a series of highly subversive design models such as Sumai, Zhipao, Sauer, K5, K2, K3, K9, and reshaped Kia into an impressive brand in the world. The world''s fifth largest car manufacturer, can be described as a great achievement!


    The tiger roaring grille designed by Guo Shouyun for Red Star Motors is from this man.


    "Mr. Guo won the prize! But I want to know, those car design drawings I saw really came from Mr. Guo''s handwriting?"


    Guo Shouyun knew what he meant. In order to pull this guy from Volkswagen, he authorized Brito to take out the design drawings of the classic models he copied last time. Anyway, he has registered patents, and he is not afraid of being pirated. Of course, during the period of prudence, a non-disclosure agreement is still to be signed.


    The effect of taking out these design drawings is also obvious. Peter Hirel, who was instantly shocked, after receiving a superior salary, he couldn''t hold back his curiosity and came to the UK.


    "Of course! I think Brito should have made this very clear!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "It''s unbelievable! Such an excellent industrial design comes from someone who has nothing to do with the shape of the car!" Peter Hillier shook his head repeatedly.


    "...Mr. Guo really hasn''t been in contact with the design industry before?"


    "I took a sketch class for a while when I was in middle school!" Guo Shouyun shrugged.


    "Sketch class?"


    Peter Hillier is stunned Although sketching is the basis for cultivating aesthetics, it is also far from design.


    "Mr. Cyril, art comes from life. I just turned the style of my favorite car into an actual blueprint, no fuss!"


    "No no no, art does come from life. But these automotive industrial designs are indeed unparalleled classics. I believe that as long as we can successfully launch the market, Rover, no, Red Star will create a new glory!"


    Looking at the excited Peter Cyril, Guo Shouyun said with a smile, "I have to ask Mr. Cyril!"


    "Actually, Mr. Guo doesn''t need me, and he can use these design drawings to complete the transformation of Red Star Rover...!"


    After waving his hand to interrupt him, "These designs of mine can only be used for a while, and if Red Star Rover wants to become a great car company, an excellent automotive industry design department is indispensable. Mr. Cyril is the best in this era. He is the most suitable person to be the chief designer of Red Star Rover.��


    "Thank you for your attention, I will do my best!"


    "I look forward to good news from you!"


    "Boss, this is Lauren Cunningham, chief engineer of Red Star Rover."


    The middle-aged man in a dark blue suit was the original chief engineer of Rover Motors and the only one of Rover''s many executives who remained. Rover''s famous K series engine comes from his hands.


    "...This is Maurice Green, Marketing Director of Red Star Rover, who is responsible for sales in Europe and the US."


    Red Star Motors has two marketing directors, one is Zhang Ruidong, who is in charge of the Chinese market, and the other is Maurice Green, a German who just poached from BMW in front of Guo Shouyun.


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    Brito, CEO of Red Star Rover, Peter Hirell, Chief Designer of Red Star Rover, Lauren Cunningham, Chief Engineer of Red Star Rover, Maurice Green, Marketing Director of Red Star Rover Europe, and Red Star Rover Europe District President Elgin Mack, plus Guo Shouyun, chairman of the board of directors of Red Star Automobile Group. Six people became the protagonists of today''s meeting.


    "Regarding the reform plan of Red Star Rover Motors, I think Brito has already told you about it before. What''s your opinion?" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Boss, semi-variable wage system, and flexible work system reform, are they too radical for the current British labor market?" Elgin Mack asked with some concern.


    The so-called semi-floating wage system is to change the previous fixed wage system to two-thirds of fixed wages, and the remaining one-third to be appropriately increased or decreased according to individual performance and company profits.


    The semi-floating wage system, or even the full-floating wage system, is not uncommon in today''s American business world, and Guo Shouyun''s memory of Chinese summer is probably the same. However, in the conservative Britain, the new system of fixed workers still dominates. It was not until the European debt crisis that the British government made the semi-floating wage system popular in the form of decrees in order to reduce the burden on enterprises and stimulate the economy.


    As for the reform of the flexible work system, it is mainly aimed at the reform of the system of ''9 to 5''. Guo Shouyun has read an Accenture survey report. Compared with ''9 to 5'', the vast majority of blue-collar and white-collar workers prefer ''8 to 4'' or even ''7 to 3'', which account for the number of respondents respectively. of 37% and 21%, compared to 6% who prefer a ''9-to-5''.


    "Elgin, now Red Star Rover has 6,329 employees, and we have to pay them ��2.1 million a week, which is a very big pressure for us, who are not really profitable yet. The semi-variable wage system can reduce the expenditure by 700,000 pounds. In addition, the semi-variable wage system is conducive to mobilizing the enthusiasm of employees. I hope Red Star Rover is a dynamic and competitive car company, not a dead one Old gentleman."


    Lifeless is the Rover that has not been acquired by Guo Shouyun before. Guo Shouyun would never want such a Rover company.


    "The advantages of the semi-variable wage system are obvious, and it is indeed suitable for us now. It''s just that the current more than 6,000 employees of Red Star Rover can rarely accept the fact that their income has dropped. Once we announce reforms, large-scale departures, or even Litigation is unavoidable!"


    Elgin expressed his concerns.


    "I know. But this is the pain we have to go through. And it''s our best chance to implement this reform."


    Everyone understood the meaning of his words. Red Star Rover, except for the Rover 75 and MGTS sports cars, which still have some sales, other models have long been sold. The workforce of more than 6,000 workers was a complete burden before Rover''s new car was developed.


    It would be great if it could be subtracted.


    "The current Red Star Rover is like a sick giant, and our system reform just replaced him with a smarter brain. But if you want to restore him to health, you need to dig out the rotten flesh on his body, so that the New meat has room to grow."


    After pondering for a moment, everyone nodded in agreement.


    "Everyone, the corporate culture of Red Star Rover is different from that of most companies in the UK. We advocate Darwin''s law of fierce competition and survival of the fittest, rather than making the company a warm family. Therefore, compared to those who have become accustomed to warmth It is more suitable to introduce new employees to implement our corporate culture. In addition, the flexible work system can not only allow employees to do a job for a longer time, but also give employees more choices to facilitate them to balance family, life and work, which will enhance the appeal of Red Star Rover to staff."


    ����Semi-variable wage system and flexible work system, like positive and negative poles, not only reduce our burden, mobilize the enthusiasm of employees, but also do not make us uncompetitive in the human resources industry. As long as we spend a At the beginning of the difficult period, after Red Star Rover really started to make profits, these two systems will play the effect of one plus one more than two, and truly become the foundation of Red Star Rover''s performance growth! I am very much looking forward to that day, and I absolutely believe it. That day will come."


    "Whoa...!"


    Applause broke out in unison.


    Guo Shouyun pressed his hands together and signaled everyone to be quiet, "That''s how the reform of the system is. Now let''s talk about the company''s future products."


    "Currently, Red Star Motors has four main operating brands, Austin, Rover, MG and Red Star."


    Originally, Guo Shouyun did not intend to prop up the Austin brand, but considering the skyrocketing spending power of Chinese women, the mini developed by BMW with Austin technology, and the sales of the Volkswagen Beetle in the Chinese women''s car market, he still intends to use this brand. stand up. And it took so much time to choose the mini and the Beetle to accompany the ''ex-girlfriend'' of the previous life, and it can''t be wasted.


    ����The Austin brand is mainly aimed at the female market, developing micro and small cars. The price is between ��15,000 and ��20,000.��


    At the current exchange rate of Chinese currency and British pound, it is about between 200,000 and 300,000 Chinese currency.


    ����The Rover brand focuses on the development of luxury cars and station wagons, based on the Rover 25, Rover 45, Rover 75 and Rover 75 station wagons, and develops three-level models of A, B and C, respectively. Corresponding to the three markets of 20,000 pounds, 35,000 pounds and 45,000 pounds, and mainly the new R25, R45 and R75 series. In addition to the R85 station wagon, the price range of the station wagon is 30,000 to 45,000 pounds.��


    "...The MG brand focuses on developing luxury SUVs and sports cars, corresponding to the M and S series. The M series temporarily has three levels, which are M1 for the A-level, M3 for the B-level, and M5 for the C-level; corresponding to 20,000 GBP, GBP 35,000 and GBP 45,000 three market segments. The S series is a sports car, based on the MGTS sports car technology, two levels of S1 and S3 are developed, corresponding to small sports cars and medium-sized sports cars. The price is 30,000 pounds, and 5 Mainly priced at 10,000 pounds, it mainly focuses on low-end sports cars. Different levels are divided into at least 3~5 different models according to the engine and configuration, as well as soft-top convertible and hard-top convertible.��


    "...The Red Star brand focuses on low-end SUVs, MPVs and sedans, corresponding to the K, G and H series respectively."


    Originally, Guo Shouyun planned to combine the light commercial vehicle such as MPV with the sedan, but after discussing it with Brito, he decided to separate it out. After all, light commercial vehicles are also divided into five seats, seven seats, nine seats, and even twelve seats and more. Subdivision is more conducive to expanding the development of Red Star in light commercial vehicles.


    "At present, the three series of K, G and H have only one model, that is, the A model. The price is controlled between 7,000 and 10,000 pounds, mainly for China and other developing countries!"


    "...In general, we have 4 models in the Rover series, two levels in the MG series, and 5 models, we all have a mature technology platform, so my opinion is to slightly improve the technology platform to match our current dominant position. Automotive industry design, limited launch of new models at next year''s Geneva Motor Show and Paris Motor Show, making Red Star Rover profitable, and then a small change every year, a major change every three years, and a new generation every five years, making Rover and MG truly become A mainstream model in the global automotive market.��


    "��Austin and Red Star, two brands, four models need to be developed from scratch, I can give you two years to polish the product, but I hope that after two years I see four perfect models. As for the perfect standard, Not complicated, low failure rate plus eye-catching appearance; of course, the materials, especially the interior, can be lowered appropriately!��


    Perfection is relative. Since Guo Shouyun wants to follow the design concept of low fuel consumption and low failure of Japanese cars, he must give up luxurious interiors.


    Seeing the eyes of the big boss, chief designer Peter Cyril and chief engineer Lauren Cunningham nodded in unison.


    "Lauren, you are the chief engineer of the company and the main developer of the K series engine. The engine is the heart of the car, so in the future I hope that our K series engine will be more fuel efficient and low failure rate. Work hard. In addition, I promise you that in the future, 15% of Red Star Auto Group''s revenue will be invested in research and development. The US$2 billion and US$500 million from the bond issuance will be invested in research and development, and this is only for the next year. Invest and we will have more in the future.��


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun, who was sitting in the center seat, swept his majestic eyes across the crowd quickly, and continued in a confident tone: "Although the current Red Star is still weak, I believe that we will be strong in the future! "


    "Whoa...!"


    With applause, smiles appeared on everyone''s face. For anyone who has his own pursuits in his career, no one likes a boss without ambition.


    After waving for everyone to calm down, "Do you have any questions about model development?"


    "The company lacks CDV models in the development of the company''s car line. Is the company planning to abandon this market segment?" Peter Hillier asked.


    CDV is a van based on a sedan platform, and later derived different extended meanings in different countries and different periods. In Europe, it is basically called Car-basedDeliveryVehicle (car platform-based logistics vehicle), or urban logistics vehicle; in China, CDV=business-family vehicle, CDV is extended and deduced as (business) + (family) + Vehicle (vehicle). ), ''Shangjiache'' took the lead in enriching CDVs in an innovative way in the world, further strengthening the market segmentation of CDVs and meeting the needs of both commercial and household markets.


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    "It takes enough time and money to develop a new car from scratch. The four brands of Austin, Rover, MG and Red Star, even with the support of Rover''s existing technology and car series, 12 models are enough for us to work hard. For a long time. At the same time, they also cover the mainstream models that are popular in the world. When we get a firm foothold in the automotive industry and let the debt fall below 20%, we will consider expanding new series and models.��


    "...That is to say, in the next three to five years, or even longer, the main task of Red Star Rover is to improve the corporate management system, keep up with the trend of the times to develop 12 models, and repay debts."


    After a pause, seeing Peter Hirel nodding clearly, "Who else has a problem?"


    "Many car companies are now deploying electric vehicle research and development. Should we start research in this area in advance?" asked chief engineer Lauren Cunningham.


    "The key battery technology of electric vehicles is still far from the standard of marketization. At present, it is not necessary, and there is not enough funds and energy to put it on it. The task of Red Star Rover''s engineering department is to do Good engine and chassis development and tuning."


    Guo Shouyun did not incorporate Rover''s engine R&D and production, as well as chassis R&D and production into Hunan Torch. Hunan Torch has weak technical strength and its foundation lies in China. Forcibly merging with the Rover engineering department with strong technical accumulation is too troublesome and time-consuming to integrate. Might as well leave it at Rover, specializing in diesel and gasoline car engines, as well as chassis development and production.


    As for the Hunan Torch, Guo Shouyun also thought about it. Accumulating engine technology and chassis technology from scratch, with Huaxia''s existing scientific research level and technical personnel capabilities, even if it takes ten years, it may not be able to catch up with the old Europe, Japan, South Korea and the United States, which have accumulated rich technological powers.


    In this case, learn from BYD, overtake on curves, and focus on the research and development of batteries and electric drive systems. In this regard, everyone''s starting point is the same. Now they are investing heavily in research. After 20 years, when the electric vehicle market breaks out, Red Star Rover will be able to take the initiative.


    After asking again, and after everyone had no problem, Guo Shouyun started the next topic.


    "About the issue of sales. Now the car sales industry is dominated by the dealer model. However, the dealer model has obvious shortcomings. For example: high inventory pressure, serious internal competition, difficult process management, high assessment indicators, etc.; in this Under the predicament of the series, in order to pursue performance, they often adopt sales methods such as bundled sales, opaque prices, and frequent harassment of customers. This will not only cause a poor user experience, but also when dealing with a crisis, the first thing to consider is The dealer''s own interests, not the goodwill and future of the car brand."


    "...A company''s brand and goodwill take decades, even decades to build. But if it is destroyed, it may only take a few days or even a few hours. We want to reduce this probability as much as possible. Therefore, In the future, we will build our own directly-operated stores! Of course, considering the high investment in opening a directly-operated store and the time required, we will temporarily adopt the direct sales and dealership models. Expand the scale of our directly-operated stores. ... Brito?"


    "Boss!"


    "China''s direct store development model, I have already told you, this time Europe is still expanding with a cascade model of big cities, medium-sized cities, and small cities."


    "Boss, are we going to start now?"


    "right!"


    "But most of our car series will not be listed until next year. If we start to expand the scale of directly-operated stores now, I am afraid it will cause a certain degree of waste."


    "Of course I know this. But I would rather let the store wait for the car than let the car wait for the store. Moreover, the car distribution system in Europe is relatively complete. Unlike Huaxia, most of the directly-operated stores need to be built by ourselves. The European region is dominated by acquisitions. With the amount of capital we have now, you can measure the specific acquisition targets to contact, and let me know when there is a result.��


    Brito nodded knowingly.


    "Okay, that''s all I have to say, who has any questions?"


    Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads.


    "Since there is no problem. Then I hope you can transform the departments you lead according to the content of the meeting just now. I will ask you about your achievements every other month. If you do well, I will not be stingy with rewards and equity. And options have your share. But if you can''t meet my requirements for a consecutive quarter, then sorry, please leave, Red Star Rover doesn''t need lazy executives. This is what I ask of you, and I hope you To demand your subordinates with such a standard....Everyone, do you understand?"


    Facing the dignified eyes of the big boss, these people who have worked hard in the workplace for many years feel a heavy pressure.


    They understood that Red Star Rover was very different from the company they had worked for before. More emphasis on efficiency and wolf culture here.


    "clear!"


    "Okay! I''ll wait to see your performance. Brito, you stay, the others can leave."


    Everyone didn''t dare to stay any longer. After packing up their belongings, they turned around and left the conference room.


    "I think your condition is not very good, don''t make yourself too tired. We still have a lot of time!" Guo Shouyun turned his head and said after only two people were left in the room.


    "I know. But there are too many things about Rover, and there are so many things, even if you want to rest, there is no chance. Fortunately, I am used to this kind of life when I was in Brecco." Brito smiled.


    "It''s good to know what you have in mind!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun organized the language, "The reason why I left you alone this time is mainly to discuss the issue of Xiang Torch with you. According to our previous plan, Hunan The torch is to be a leader in R&D and spare parts for ignition systems, engine systems, brake systems and air conditioning systems. But I think this goal is a bit out of date after we acquired Rover.��


    "...The reason is very simple. Compared with Rover, which has strong technology accumulation, Huaxia''s industry, especially the automotive industry''s mechanical processing and technology research and development system is very weak. It is a waste of money and unnecessary to catch up from scratch. Therefore, my plan is Remove the research and development of the engine system from the research and development system of the Torch, and focus the funds and energy on the vehicle battery and the electric drive system."


    "Didn''t you say before that it''s too early to conduct research in this area? And with Rover''s technology accumulation and European R&D strength, is it more appropriate to put research on vehicle batteries and electric drive systems here? ?" Brito frowned slightly.


    "The reason why I was too early was because I didn''t want to distract Rover too much when they were not out of the quagmire of losses. As for the research and development of vehicle batteries and battery drive systems in Europe." Guo Shouyun smiled, "It is precisely because Europe has a strong accumulation of technology in internal combustion engines and machining, which is an advantage they are proud of. If they let them give up this advantage and focus on electric vehicles, which have not yet been proven feasible , do you think they would?"


    Brito pondered for a moment and then shook his head slightly.


    When an enterprise occupies an absolute advantage in a field, its instincts will become arrogant and rigid, and its vigilance and emphasis on new things will decrease accordingly, and those who are good swimmers will die of drowning. The most typical example is the mobile phone industry. When Motorola, Nokia and Blackberry were in their prime, they never imagined that they would be subverted by Apple''s epoch-making mobile phone innovation.


    In fact, Apple''s first-generation iPhone wasn''t great. Motorola and Nokia have every opportunity to use their strong mobile phone technology accumulation to go head-to-head. It is a pity that the rigid system, the pride and persistence in their strong technical accumulation, made them miss the opportunity. On the contrary, the grass-headed army in China, without any ideological baggage, chased after Apple''s **** to copy and imitate, and did everything possible, and finally became a giant in the world''s mobile phone industry. Among the top ten mobile phone giants in the world, Huaxia occupies seven seats.


    The same goes for the electric vehicle industry. The key to electric vehicles is the battery, which accounts for 40% of the cost of the entire vehicle. Before he crossed the road, all the top ten automotive battery manufacturers in the world, except for Panasonic, Samsung and LG Chem, were all Huaxia battery companies.


    Among the world''s leading electric car companies, the eldest is Tesla and the second is BYD. Behind Weilai, there are a bunch of Huaxia electric vehicle companies.


    Of course, BMW and Toyota are also on the list. But they are more of a hybrid model. Pure electric vehicles are still Tesla and a lot of Chinese car manufacturers.


    Bypassing the strong technical accumulation of engines and gearboxes in old Europe and Japan, a large number of electric vehicle companies in the United States and China have risen, breaking the pattern of the global automobile industry.


    Of course, in terms of vehicle manufacturing technology, even Tesla is a rough man compared to BMW and Mercedes-Benz. However, in the research and development and manufacturing of vehicle batteries and the research and development of electric drive systems, China and the United States have already caught up with them by virtue of their first-mover advantage. Whether traditional car companies such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Toyota can continue to maintain their dominance in the auto industry over the past few decades is unknown.


    It is quite interesting to say that the international electric vehicle market in 2018 and 2019 is similar to the mobile phone market in 2007 and 2008. Elon Musk and Tesla are comparable to Jobs and Apple, while a large number of pure electric car companies in China are similar to Huawei, Xiaomi, OPPO, etc. in the ignorant era. At that time, old giants such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Motorola and Nokia were also eyeing them. Whether the electric vehicle industry will end up as disruptive as the mobile phone industry, no one knows. But at least Alibaba, Tencent, Google, and Apple have a large number of Internet companies entering the electric vehicle industry, which can not help but create infinite associations!


    ��No one, or any company, will give up their advantages and focus on something whose future is uncertain. BMW can��t, VW can��t, Daimler Benz can��t either. Of course, they think they can Relying on its own technology accumulation, sales channels and brand recognition, on the eve of the real development of electric vehicle companies, it established its own existence through acquisitions. However, without previous accumulation, a clear development direction and firm determination, in the ever-changing new technology How can they possibly stay ahead?"


    "...Of course, everything I say now is based on speculation. However, I prefer to develop electric vehicles from now on to establish sufficient technical advantages. Otherwise, only with the current capital of Red Star Automobile Group, Although there is an opportunity to become a world-class car manufacturer, it is very difficult, or not at all, to surpass Volkswagen, Toyota, and Daimler Benz to become the world''s largest car company."


    Brito looked at him with some surprise and admiration, and sighed: "The boss is really amazing, I originally thought that making Red Star Auto Group a top ten auto manufacturer in the world would be considered a success, but I never thought of surpassing it. Volkswagen or Toyota."


    "If you want to do it, you must be the best one. Otherwise, with my current identity and status, what''s the point of entering a new industry!" Guo Shouyun said It seems that I have to work harder. Otherwise, it is not worthy of the current position! '' said Brito with a smile.


    "I believe you deserve it, and it will be surprisingly good!"


    "I hope so too!"


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    On September 5, 2004, the Bevan estate in Exeter, England.


    Guo Shouyun has rarely come here since Molly Bevin''s accident. The feeling of seeing things and thinking of people is not good. However, it will be the birthday of the old man. Although he has no name, his actual son-in-law cannot be missed.


    "Yaya Toure''s transfer made you a fortune, right?"


    While his attention has been on the transformation of the Rover car during this time, there has also been occasional concern about the Manchester United move.


    In particular, the 22 million pounds transfer fee, the news that Yaya Toure joined the Premier League giants Manchester United from Olympiacos, Greece, is a rare big deal in football in 2004.


    "Haha, a small profit. There must be no comparison with you, the super rich who bought Manchester United for 800 million pounds." Al Bevin laughed.


    Looking at the smugness on the corners of his eyes, you can see how happy he is now.


    "By the way, Bruce. Manchester United''s back line and central defender position, Sylvester''s ability is obviously unable to meet the requirements of Manchester United''s main force, you should introduce a younger and stronger central defender. In addition, left back Ao Although Xie has comprehensive ability, comprehensiveness also means mediocrity. You also need a left-back. And Kolo Toure''s strength at center back and Marcelo''s strength at left-back are the best in football today. Top."


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    "Kolo Toure is really good at centre-back. But Ferguson already has a more suitable candidate. I promised him not to interfere with the management of the team, so you should go to him about this matter. As for Marcelo, do you think Ferguson will let a 17-year-old young future play the main left-back?" Guo Shouyun rolled his eyes and said angrily.


    A defender is no better than a striker. In addition to personal ability, experience is the most important thing, especially in key games.


    "I originally expected that after you acquire Manchester United, it would bring greater development opportunities to Bevin Economics. Now it seems that there is no hope."


    "Really? Then I will tell Coach Ferguson directly that Manchester United will not need to consider the players of Bevin Economics in the future!"


    "Don''t, I''m joking." Al Bevan waved his hand quickly.


    After Guo Shouyun acquired Manchester United, although on the surface it only facilitated the transaction of Yaya Toure. But privately, all the genius seeds in Manchester United''s echelon have become potential signing targets of Bevin Economics. And with the skin of Manchester United, it will be easier for Bevin Economics to sign when they are looking for teenage talent.


    The word giants has an irresistible attraction for any child who loves football.


    Guo Shouyun, who had known this brother-in-law''s temperament for a long time, didn''t bother to bother with him. After returning to the room to pack up, they came to the old Bevin''s house together.


    Originally, Guo Shouyun had planned to let him move to Bevin Manor, but his father-in-law was reluctant to open a football bar for half his life. In addition, Bevin Manor was too large and too far from the city of Exeter. He was also reluctant to own The old house that he lived in for decades rejected Guo Shouyun''s proposal.


    "Happybirthdaytoyou! Happybirthdaytoyou...! Rudy, happy birthday!" Rowling laughed.


    Because of their relationship in Exeter, the Rowling family and the Bevin family also became friends because of Guo Shouyun''s relationship. In addition to Guo Shouyun and Al Bevin, Rowling, Neil Murray and their three children were also present at Rudy Bevin''s birthday party.


    "Thank you, thank you!" Old Bevin''s old face was filled with joy and excitement, but after a while, he said in a sad tone, "If only Molly was here!"


    The atmosphere at the dining table was silent, and the smile on Guo Shouyun''s face disappeared. Molly Bevan is a pain in his heart that will never be erased.


    "Dad, I believe my sister will get better!"


    "Rudy, Molly is a good girl, God bless her!" Neil Murray comforted.


    Facing everyone''s comfort, Old Bevin''s mood was much better. After he cut the cake, the atmosphere of the birthday party finally became strong.


    Everyone chatted and described the friendship after a long absence, and the sky gradually became darker.


    "Bruce, you don''t seem to write much during this time?" Rowling asked with a smile.


    "There are more and more things in the company, plus the time to spend with my family, I don''t have time to write!"


    Having said that, the more reason is that the more popular movies in his memory have been published in the form of novels in the past five years. If there is no stock, Guo Shouyun will not write any more. Although he is now confident in his ability to write a best-selling novel, the same energy is far too low for business and investment. It is no longer necessary.


    "...How about you? "Harry Potter" is finished, do you have any new plans?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    Inspired by him, Rowling finished writing the entire Harry Potter book earlier than she can remember in a previous life.


    "No. Besides, I don''t want to write for the time being!"


    "With David and MacKenzie, you probably won''t have much time in the past few years."


    Rowling and Neil Murray''s three children, except for Jessica, who was born to her ex-husband, David was just three years old, and MacKenzie was less than one year old. When she needed mother''s care, Rowling couldn''t help it. distracted. Moreover, through the book "Harry Potter" and their previous investment in Thorn Bird Publishing Company, Rowling''s net worth has exceeded 1 billion US dollars. They don''t need to worry about money. They have no jobs. If necessary, you can arrange your work and life completely according to your own will.


    Rowling smiled and nodded before holding her husband''s right hand.


    Looking at the harmonious and happy family and relationship between her and Neil Murray, she couldn''t help sighing: "Rowling, Neil, I really envy you."


    "Bruce, everyone has their own way of life that is different from others. Isn''t your achievement and your life the envy of countless people around the world?" Neil Murray laughed.


    "Yeah! There are countless people around the world who envy the life of the super-rich. Unfortunately, they don''t know that a family with an upper income is happier than a super-rich!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Okay, Don''t talk about that. If you have time tomorrow, let''s play golf together?"


    "Go with Neil, Gary''s little guys still need someone to look after them!" Rowling laughed.


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Al, why didn''t Julia come with you?" Neil Murray asked.


    "we broke up."


    "Break up? Why?"


    "She wants to be in Athens, I want to live in London, and neither wants to compromise for the other. Add in the endless bickering, and we''re all fed up with each other. So...!" Al Bevin shrugged.


    Although he said it casually, there was a trace of pain in his eyes. Yes, after all, the relationship of more than three years cannot be completely cut off.


    "That''s it." After Neil Murray nodded clearly, "We''re going to go on a trip in a week. Why don''t you join us and let''s relax!"


    "Thank you very much, Neil. I have already prepared for this matter. Besides, I will go to South America to inspect some players in a few days, so I should be traveling to relax."


    "Okay! I think there are many good girls out there waiting for you!"


    "certainly!"


    Everyone chatted about their daily life, and after nine o''clock in the evening, Guo Shouyun and Al Bevan sent off the Rowling family. Back upstairs, Guo Shouyun was just about to go back to Bewen Manor with old Bevin, but was stopped by his old husband.


    "How are Elizabeth and George?"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, "They have already started preschool education, which is why I didn''t bring them here this time."


    "I know!" Old Bevin became silent for a while, and after a while, "Are you married to that woman named Wendy?"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes changed, he knew that given the level of information development in modern times, and that he was also a public figure, there was no way to hide this kind of thing for a long time. He was also ready to be known by the old Bevin. But at this moment, Guo Shouyun still couldn''t help but feel uneasy when he heard this matter coming out of his mouth.


    "not yet!"


    "What about after that?"


    Looking at Old Bevin''s sharp eyes, Guo Shouyun nodded slowly after being silent for a while.


    "She was by my side when I was most helpless and needed comfort the most. Over the years, Elizabeth and George were also taken care of by her and gave them maternal love. So, I have to give her an explanation no matter what!"


    "Explain? You can indeed give her an explanation. What about Molly? How are you going to explain to her?"


    "I promised Molly to take care of her for the rest of my life, so I won''t leave her, never!" Guo Shouyun said firmly.


    "You already have that woman named Wendy, and Molly should return it to me!"


    "Impossible!" Guo Shouyun refused without hesitation. "Although Wendy has been taking care of Elizabeth and George for the past few years, they all know that their mother is Molly. Are you going to separate their mother and son?"


    Hearing this sentence, Old Bevin''s expression suddenly became silent.


    Seeing this, Al Bevan, who was standing on the side, quickly persuaded: "Dad, although Molly is still in a coma, maybe she will wake up in the next moment. I want to wait until that moment, which will make her the most gratified and happy. Yes, your child must still know her mother. Besides, you are the only one at home, and Molly is in a coma. How can you take care of her?"


    Old Bevin''s expression changed, he didn''t say anything after looking at Guo Shouyun, he turned around and went back to his room.


    "Am I mean enough?"


    After the living room was quiet again, Al Bevin walked to Guo Shouyun and suppressed his voice.


    "Thanks!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    Al Bevin waved his hand, "Bevin Economics has been able to grow so fast over the years, most of which are you helping me. And the only place I can help you is probably only at home."


    "The family matter is your greatest help to me! It''s more important than a few Bevin economic companies." Guo Shouyun said without hesitation.


    "...Well, it''s getting late, I should go back too!"


    "I send you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and went downstairs accompanied by Al Bevan. Matthew opened the car door and stopped again just as he was about to get in.


    "I will let David Gill use Manchester United''s scouting network to help you select good players, and I will buy another baseball team to help you further open up the American sports market." After taking a deep look at Al Bevin , "This is the only place I can help you."


    "I know!"


    Al Bevan smiled and nodded, "If I really need help, I''ll be the first to call you."


    "Well! ... I''m leaving, you go back!"


    "goodbye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After a week in Exeter, Guo Shouyun returned to London again. Jonathan Weir, CEO of Pacific Energy Group, and the company''s negotiating team are already here waiting for him.


    "How are the negotiations with Scottish Power going?"


    "Very smooth! If we can accept 7.5 billion pounds in cash, and take on 3.2 billion pounds of debt, the total purchase price of 10.7 billion pounds, then the other party can now sign the contract." Jonathan Weil said happily.


    Scottish Power was a complete surprise when it was hit on the head with a pie by the big boss almost without warning.


    Once the UK''s third largest power company is swallowed, Pacific Energy will not only add 5.2 million electricity users, 2.42 million natural gas users, and nearly 8,000 megawatts of installed capacity, but also add $13 billion in high-quality assets.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Is the other party''s asking price high?"


    ��According to our calculations, Scottish Power��s total assets are $12.84 billion. If acquired at a price of ��10.7 billion, taking into account liabilities, the premium will be 43.2%. Although slightly higher, Scottish Power��s annual revenue The revenue was 3.84 billion pounds, and the net profit was 783 million pounds. Compared with past acquisitions in the same industry, this price is not high.��


    "In that case, buy it at this price! Sign the contract as soon as possible."


    "Yes! Funding...?"


    Pacific Energy itself was established on the basis of a large number of loss-making companies. From the earliest Pacific Power and Natural Gas Company to Enron Company, at the end of 2002, Enron''s debt ratio was as high as 70%. Later, Guo Shouyun invested a large sum of the money he earned from gold futures, selling non-performing assets; updating power generation equipment and power grids to reduce wear and tear; streamlining personnel and saving administrative expenses. With the increased demand for energy, Pacific Energy has come back to life and its profitability has been greatly enhanced.


    However, with Guo Shouyun''s large investment in the United States, China, India, and South America, especially Brazil, half of Pacific Energy''s profits have been filled in these projects. Therefore, although the profitability of Pacific Energy is getting higher and higher, the debt ratio is still as high as 47.3%. The cash flow is also much richer than before, but the ��10.7 billion acquisition of Scottish Power is really out of reach. Of course, if Guo Shouyun allowed the trading of shares in Pacific Energy, then he would not need so much cash. But with what Jonathan Weir knows about big bosses, he probably won''t allow such a deal.


    "I will solve some of the funds for you!"


    Guo Shouyun thought for a while and then said. Originally, he planned to buy the Scottish Power Company with the funds from the sale of eBay and Yahoo shares.


    However, the rapid liquidation of positions caused the decline of eBay and Yahoo stocks to affect their own interests, and it would take more than a year for the stocks worth 25.8 billion US dollars to be sold.


    Therefore, now Guo Shouyun can only temporarily solve the part.


    "But you don''t have to worry about it. Including the cash reserves of Pacific Energy Group, there is no problem in raising $8 billion. Then I will ask Phoenix Bank to finance you, and the acquisition of Scottish Power will be enough."


    Jonathan Weir nodded.


    "Now that September is over, has Pacific Energy Group''s third-quarter financial report come out?" Guo Shouyun asked instead.


    "It''s still being sorted out. But I''ve seen the approximate data."


    "Tell me!"


    "Yes!" Nodding, Jonathan Weir organized the language, "In the third quarter of 2004, Pacific Energy Group generated $26.12 billion in revenue and $3.47 billion in net profit. Excluding Scottish Electricity Company, The group''s existing total assets are 135 billion US dollars, and the debt ratio is 47.3%, 63.855 billion US dollars."


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    "Including Scottish Power, Pacific Energy would have total assets of $171 billion, with a 7.2 percentage point decrease in gearing and a 1.2 percentage point increase in net profit to 12.76%."


    "At the same time, the number of power plants owned by Pacific Energy will increase to 173, of which the number of super power plants above 1,000 megawatts will increase to 29, and the installed capacity will increase to 72,840 megawatts. The proportion of new energy including wind power, solar energy, etc. It increased by 4 percentage points to 9.4%; the installed capacity of nuclear power increased by 5.7 percentage points, accounting for 14.2%; the installed capacity of thermal power increased by 7.8 percentage points, accounting for 23.94%, and the installed capacity of natural gas power generation increased by 11.4 percentage points, accounting for 52.46%.


    "In electricity distribution and retail, we will have 28,700 commercial customers and over 40.28 million individual customers."


    With excitement in his tone, after quickly talking about Pacific Energy''s assets, revenue, and business scale after the acquisition of Scottish Power Company, Jonathan Weil continued to report on the company''s financial and operating conditions in the third quarter.


    "At present, we have 5 power plants expanded in Huaxia, and 12 expanded power plants, with a general installed capacity of more than 1,000 megawatts, all of which are natural gas power plants, with a total installed capacity of 28,000 megawatts. Equity installed capacity is 15,800 megawatts. watt."


    Most of the power plants invested by Pacific Energy in China are joint ventures, holding about 50% of the shares.


    "In India and Southeast Asia, there are 3 new power plants and 11 expansion power plants, with an installed capacity of 300-500 megawatts, with natural gas power plants accounting for 53%, coal-fired power plants 41%, and new energy accounting for 6%. The total installed capacity is 19,000 megawatts. watts, with an attributable installed capacity of 11,530 MW.��


    "In the Middle East and Africa, there are 6 new power plants and 14 expansion power plants with an installed capacity of 100-300 MW, of which natural gas power plants account for 23% and coal-fired power plants 77%. The total installed capacity is 9,580 MW, and the equity installed capacity is 6,598 MW. watt."


    "In North America, there are 4 new power plants and 7 expansion power plants, with an installed capacity of 300-1,000 MW, of which natural gas power plants account for 73%, nuclear power 16.5%, and new energy 10.5%. The total installed capacity is 16,000 MW, all of which are self-developed. establish."


    "In South America, there are 3 new power plants and 13 expansion power plants with an installed capacity of 300-800 MW, of which natural gas power plants account for 52%, coal-fired power plants 27%, nuclear power 13.3%, and new energy 17.2%. The total installed capacity is 11,000. megawatts, with an attributable installed capacity of 93.6 million megawatts.��


    "In Europe, there are 3 new power plants and 9 expansion power plants, with an installed capacity of 800-1200 MW, of which natural gas power plants account for 54.2%, nuclear power 23.4%, and new energy 22.4%. The total installed capacity is 14,500 MW, with equity installed capacity. 9340 megawatts.��


    "As of now, the installed capacity of Pacific Energy under construction is 98,000 MW, of which the equity installed capacity is 6.89 MW, the total investment is 143.2 billion US dollars, the net investment is 21.48 billion US dollars, and the average annual net investment is 4.296 billion US dollars. The average annual increase is 1.39 billion US dollars. 10,000 megawatts of installed capacity.��


    Pacific Energy invests in new and expanded power plants every year, but it''s more aggressive and bigger than other power investors. In the next five years, its own power generation capacity will double. In addition, the future emerging markets where Huaxia and Southeast Asia are located account for half of the investment in Pacific Energy''s power projects.


    ����All of the above projects are undertaken by Taiping Energy��s energy engineering department. According to the agreement, 74.3% of the projects will be operated by us after completion.��


    ����In addition, we acquired Obi, the second largest electricity distributor in Chile, and S?o Paulo, the third largest electricity distributor in Brazil, 27 electricity distribution and retail establishments in 14 countries.��


    Each country''s electricity business environment and policies are different. Similar to Huaxia''s power transmission field, the State Grid is the absolute leader, and the electricity produced by the power plant can only be sold to him. State-owned and private companies are only allowed to operate in the power generation, distribution and retail sectors.


    However, in some countries, such as Brazil and Chile in South America, and the United Kingdom in Europe, the electricity market is completely liberalized, and power generation, transmission, and distribution can be vertically integrated. Of course, there are also companies that are only involved in a certain segment. Similar to the British North West Power Company acquired by Li Ka-shing, it is only a pure distribution network operator, not involved in the field of power generation and transmission.


    Pacific Energy is investing heavily in power generation, and of course finding enough markets for that power. Therefore, acquisitions in the transmission and distribution links are inevitable.


    "...In the power sector, Pacific Energy earned a combined operating income of $7.872 billion in the third quarter of 2004 and a near profit of $1.3 billion."


    "In natural gas, we currently operate 25,000 miles of trunk natural gas pipelines in North America and 1,820 miles of trunk gas pipelines in South America. We have 12,000 industrial gas users and 12.8 million personal customers."


    "In addition, we invest and own 33.4% of the 4,539-mile coastal natural gas pipeline in Brazil. Construction has started. From Colombia''s ''San Cristobal'' to Venezuela''s ''Guyana City'', the total length is 430 miles, with an investment of 1.4 billion US dollars The natural gas pipeline has signed a cooperation agreement and is expected to officially start construction on October 3 this year."


    ����Huaxia has agreed to our investment in the second phase of the West-East Gas Pipeline, totaling US$4 billion, and Pacific Energy will have a 21.4% stake, but no management is involved.��


    "It took nearly a year before and after, and I finally got it!" Guo Shouyun not only sighed with emotion.


    "The boss solved the economic turmoil that may be caused by the collapse of Delong Group, and the Huaxia government reciprocated, so that we have the opportunity to join it, and we also got an important 21.4% stake." Jonathan Weil laughed.


    "That''s why it''s said, ''Sai Weng loses his horse, how can you know it''s not a blessing''!"


    Seeing the questioning look on Jonathan''s face, he knew that he didn''t understand Huaxia''s idioms, and he didn''t mean to explain. After waving his hand, "Okay, you can continue!"


    "Currently, we are negotiating with the Indian government to build a 160-kilometer natural gas pipeline from Mumbai to Pune."


    "India''s political risk is too high, and their economic development is too low, can we make a profit?" Guo Shouyun said with concern.


    "It is precisely considering that the political risk in India is too high, so we plan to cooperate with the Indian Oil and Gas Company, each of which will hold 50% of the equity. In addition, from the Dabor project to the present, for more than ten years, we have been in the India, especially Maharashtra, has accumulated enough contacts in the political circles to make sure that the engineering project will pass.��


    ����As for profitability, Pune, the second largest city in Maharashtra, has a population of 1.2 million in the urban area. Even if only a tenth can afford natural gas, there are 120,000, plus industrial users The average annual demand is 15 million cubic meters. In addition, the entire state of Marashtra has a population of 120 million. Compared with the natural gas demand in the urban area, the gas distribution and retail market in the surrounding towns is even greater.��


    ����According to our statistics, in 2003, the demand for natural gas in the whole of Maharashtra was 547 million cubic meters. If this pipeline can be built, then retailers in the whole of central and eastern Maharashtra will be We will get gas from our nearest source, and we will also open up the gas distribution and retail market in Maharashtra and India as a whole.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and it could be seen that Jonathan Weir had thought about this matter very carefully, thinking about all aspects.


    "What about the specifications of the piping design?"


    "The annual gas transmission capacity is 5 billion cubic meters."


    "It seems that your plan is quite long-term." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "This is also influenced by you." After a pause, "if the pipeline from Mumbai to Pune operates well, and after gaining some experience, we are ready to extend from Pune to the south, where the economy is more developed in India. Sholapur , Hyderabad, Bangalore, Nagpur and other cities are worthy of our development.��


    "It seems that you are very interested in the Indian market!" Guo Shouyun said.


    After Jonathan nodded, his tone was a little excited: "India has had an average GDP growth rate of more than 5% for five consecutive years. Although it is not as good as China, it is also a supermarket with a population of nearly 1.2 billion. The most important thing is that this is still a very large market. It''s a virgin land that few big foreign companies have set foot in, and it''s worth investing in."


    "Jonathan, you are optimistic about the Indian market, I have no objection. You plan to invest in the Mumbai to Pune gas pipeline, and I agree. But you know that no one is a fool, EDF, Italy Power companies, General Electric, they all have natural gas businesses, why don��t they dare to invest heavily in the Indian market? Don��t they really see the potential in it? I think even if I don��t say it, you know the answer.��


    Jonathan Weir nodded. When he planned to invest in the natural gas pipeline from Mumbai to Pune, he had done enough research, and naturally he was very clear about the drawbacks of the development of public utilities in India.


    "Boss, I know that the Indian market has many problems such as political corruption, unsound legal system, serious poverty, backward infrastructure, difficulty in land acquisition, and strong local power. But developing international projects, especially in third world countries, has many problems. None of the projects will be easy. India is only relatively more difficult. But with the experience and lessons of the Dabor project, I believe that we can solve these problems one by one and accumulate more experience for developing the Indian market.��


    "I appreciate you having such an idea. However, I would also like to stress that the construction of the follow-up pipeline must not be carried out until the Mumbai-Pune natural gas pipeline project is determined to be profitable. For the development of the Indian market, we must take it step by step. Step on the ground firmly, and never go ahead. Let alone make the mistakes of the Dabor project again.��


    "Yes!"


    In fact, Guo Shouyun''s explanation is also Jonathan Weir''s own idea. After careful investigation, he is more aware than Guo Shouyun of the difficulties in the development of public utilities in the Indian market. This is why he is only willing to invest in the 160-kilometer natural gas pipeline from Mumbai to Pune.


    Be aware that Pacific Energy''s pipelines in Colombia are longer than this.


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    Of course, Colombia has a more chaotic political and economic situation than India, but there is a reason why Pacific Energy has invested in longer gas pipelines than India.


    Although the "third brother" often drinks a glass of Ganges water and forgets who he is, India is indeed a big country, not a country that a company or family can easily shake. But Colombia is different. If Guo Shouyun is willing, it is not impossible to use the secret arrow in his hands to subvert the political situation in Colombia. So he is not worried that someone is here to make trouble for himself. And even if he encounters trouble, he can get him back with both soft and hard means.


    "In the field of natural gas distribution and retail, Huaxia is the focus of development. In addition to Yangcheng Natural Gas Company, which signed a cooperation agreement in 2003, we have successively signed cooperation agreements with 17 first- and second-tier cities in central and eastern China, including Hangzhou Gas Group and Jinling Gas Pipeline Company. A joint venture will be formed, each holding 50% of the shares, and Unocal will provide natural gas sources."


    "In Japan, we signed a cooperation agreement with Toho, Japan''s three largest natural gas distribution companies, to jointly develop the natural gas distribution market in Japan."


    "In Southeast Asia, except for the Philippines, other countries, except Singapore, have no room for us to enter, the natural gas industry policies of other countries are not perfect, whether it is cooperation or acquisition, the progress is very slow. At present, except for the acquisition of an Indonesian company Distribution companies, and there is not much gain.��


    Guo Shouyun was not surprised by this situation. In the 1970s and 1980s, all countries in the world were in a state of control over the price of natural gas, and the degree of marketization was not high. Later, with the increasing use of natural gas, Europe and the United States began to gradually become market-oriented, and natural gas trading was gradually separated from the accessories of oil trading and became a separate market. The global commodity trading website, which is currently the largest in the United States, is also The world''s largest natural gas trading website.


    In addition, compared with Europe and the United States, Asia, including Japan, which has the most developed economy, has a relatively low degree of natural gas marketization. Even in many countries, natural gas is still a regulated energy source, so it will take time for Pacific Energy to make a difference in the Asian natural gas distribution market.


    "In the third quarter of 2004, Pacific Energy achieved a total revenue of US$5.248 billion from the fields of natural gas pipeline transportation, construction and distribution, and a net profit of US$6.47, with a return on equity of 12.48%, 17 higher than that of the same industry. percentage point."


    After Guo Shouyun listened, he pondered for a moment.


    "With Pacific Energy''s current assets, net assets, total revenue, net profit and return on equity, what is our approximate market value?"


    "The price-earnings ratio of integrated utilities in the electricity and gas category on the NYSE is generally around 18, and in the first three quarters of 2004, the total profit was 4.13 billion US dollars. With the addition of Scottish Power, the net income in the fourth quarter should be OK. Reaching US$1.8 billion, which means that we can get a net profit of US$5.93 billion throughout 2004. Using the most common valuation method of multiplying net profit by price-earnings ratio, as of the end of 2004, our estimated market value of Pacific Energy Group $106.74 billion."


    ����But because our debt ratio is too high, and nearly half of our investments are in developing countries with greater political risk, the market will lower expectations for us. This is because Moody��s only gives us bond A. The investment rating can be seen. Therefore, if it is listed, the most likely market value of Pacific Energy Group will be between 85 billion and 90 billion US dollars.��


    Jonathan Weir looked at the big boss in surprise, because he had long known that the company would not go public. And the annual asset appraisal is far from the start.


    "How many employees does Pacific Energy have now?"


    "Excluding joint ventures, we have 56,700 regular employees in 47 countries around the world."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and smiled: "Jonathan, I want to launch an equity incentive plan for employees of Pacific Energy next year."


    "Equity incentives?"


    "That''s right! Pacific Energy Group has a market value of 85 billion US dollars, a total share capital of 2 billion, and has taken out 500 million Class B shares, which can be freely subscribed by all employees. In order to benefit everyone as much as possible, in principle, ordinary employees should not subscribe for more than 5,000 shares. , the middle management shall not exceed 50,000 shares, and the senior management shall not exceed 500,000 shares. After the first subscription, the remaining part shall be freely subscribed by the company.��


    "In addition, the company''s equity transactions and market value evaluation will be entrusted to Phoenix Bank, and financial auditing will be entrusted to PricewaterhouseCoopers. Phoenix Bank will release an evaluation of the company''s market value every quarter. If any employees want to sell their stocks , will be recovered by Pacific Energy based on Phoenix''s assessed market value."


    "Jonathan, what do you think of this plan?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Excellent! All employees of Pacific Energy Group will truly become a whole, and everyone will work hard for the future development of the company!"


    Although they are Class B shares with no voting rights and only dividend rights, the value of the shares is no different from that of Class A shares. If the company develops well and the market value increases, the Class B shares held can also be sold for a higher price.


    "BOSS, the level of economic development and the acceptance of equity in each region is different. The 56,700 employees of Pacific Energy may not be buying our stocks very much from their own pockets."


    "We can''t force this kind of thing, let them be free!"


    Jonathan Weir nodded, "If it''s an ordinary employee, we don''t need to care. But if it''s a core employee, we can''t really let it go. Otherwise, under the contrast of interests, it is easy to cause internal divisions and excellent employees. resignation.��


    After Guo Shouyun thought about it for a while, he nodded in agreement.


    Put yourself in your shoes, and if you are concerned about the risk, you are not in the bull market. But my friends around me bought it boldly and made a lot of money. Even if it was his own reason, he would still be dissatisfied in his heart. As the saying goes: do not suffer from widowhood but suffer from unevenness.


    "Do you have any idea?"


    "I think the equity incentive plan should cooperate with the equity incentive plan. The former issues Class B shares for all employees, while the latter issues Class A shares to reward outstanding employees who have contributed to the company for free. Excellent employees It is the company''s greatest wealth, and rewarding them with Class A shares will help enhance their sense of mission and responsibility to the company, allowing them to grow together with the company. In addition, the general meeting of shareholders composed of outstanding employees can also make suggestions for the company''s development. many favorable opinions and oversee the development of the company.��


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "You know I don''t like those hostile takeovers."


    "Just add one item to the equity award plan: after employees leave, they must sell the Class A shares they hold to the company at the market price. This will not only ensure that we have enough stocks to reward new outstanding employees, but also ensure that The board of directors of the company has absolute control over the company.��


    "After you go back, convene the board of directors to discuss it, and come up with a detailed plan for me." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "Yes! ... How will the funds obtained after the equity incentive plan be used?"


    The market value of 85 billion US dollars, 500 million shares, can return 21.25 billion US dollars. Such a large sum of money, of course, requires planning in advance how it will be spent.


    "As CEO of Pacific Energy Group, where do you think we should go?"


    "In emerging markets such as Asia and South America, we have invested enough money that it is time to expand our presence in Europe." Jonathan Weir firmly.


    "So you already have goals?"


    "Eon Group!"


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    Guo Shouyun is no stranger to E.ON Group, one of the four major integrated power groups in Germany, an integrated power company involving power generation, transmission, distribution and retail. Before the reform of the power industry in Germany, it was listed as the four major monopoly groups in the German power industry along with Baden-W��rttemberg Energy Company, Rheinland Energy Company and Great Falls Company.


    "Eon Group, as one of the largest power groups in Germany, has an installed capacity of 43,500 megawatts, accounting for 26.5% of the total installed power capacity in Germany. Far more than with Baden-W��rttemberg, Rheinland and Great Falls. In addition, E.ON is one of the six largest power companies in the UK, and acquiring it will further strengthen our position in the UK power industry.��


    "As for capital, although the market value of E.ON Group is 43.27 billion euros, the market value of the integrated power business is around 20 billion euros, excluding chemical, petroleum, trading, transportation and service industries. With our capital reserve of 21.25 billion U.S. dollars, Coupled with some bank credit, the acquisition of E.ON''s power business is enough." Jonathan Weil said in his channel.


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Compared with the Great Falls Company wholly-owned by the Swedish government and the Baden-W��rttemberg Energy controlled by the Baden-W��rttemberg government, 71.37% of which are coal-fired power plants Rhein Energy, E.ON Group is indeed more Suitable for the acquisition of Pacific Energy.


    "Remember what I told you about Pacific Energy''s development strategy in the US and Europe?"


    "Increase the scale of natural gas power plants and new energy power plants, and expand the power transmission, distribution and sales network." Jonathan Weir nodded.


    "As a developed country, Europe''s infrastructure is much better than that of developing countries. But this also brings a serious problem. When new technologies start to be gradually applied, the elimination of backward production capacity will cause serious losses. Due to energy 71.23% coal-fired power plants, 23.16% nuclear power; E.ON Group 61.27% nuclear power, 26.14% coal-fired; Great Falls 88.94% lignite power plants; Except for Baden-W��rttemberg Energy, which owns 30.12% The remaining three companies, nuclear and coal-fired power plants, account for the vast majority of renewable energy plants, which means that if we acquire their power business, the huge loss of phasing out outdated capacity will fall on us.��


    "So, the best power development policy for developed countries such as Europe, North America, Australia and New Zealand is to actively deploy power transmission, distribution and sales links, and to deploy renewable energy power plants. Taking advantage of major European power groups , when hesitant to invest in new energy, actively seize the market.... In the acquisition of Scottish Power, what I really value is not its 13 power plants with a total installed capacity of 7,000 megawatts, but its central and southern Scotland and northern Wales. , as well as the transmission, distribution and sales networks in Cheshire, Shropshire, Worcestershire, and Leicestershire in northern England, especially the 5.2 million electricity users. The UK has a total of 26 million households, and Scottish electricity accounts for five 1/1, that''s what makes them most attractive."


    "Boss, I admit that coal is indeed the goal of being phased out in Europe in the future, but nuclear energy is safe and efficient, and should not belong to the outdated production capacity being phased out." Jonathan Weldau.


    "Since the Chernobyl incident in the Soviet Union, there has been a huge controversy over the construction of nuclear power plants in Europe, which has increased industry uncertainty. Moreover, the European nuclear energy industry belongs to the second generation. After 30 years of use, it needs to be Equipment renewal and maintenance, these all require huge investment.��


    Guo Shouyun didn''t say anything, that was the Fukushima incident in Japan in 2014. The leakage of the Fukushima nuclear power plant directly led to the German government''s nuclear abandonment policy, and stipulated that all power generation companies in the country must phase out all nuclear power plants by 2022. At this time, taking over the E-On Group, it is necessary to pay for the dismantling of the nuclear power plant and the storage of nuclear waste of up to 16 billion euros in the future.


    Jonathan Weir doesn''t know what will happen in the future, but Guo Shouyun can''t step into this giant pit by himself.


    However, Guo Shouyun''s explanation is obviously far-fetched, and there is no way to really convince Jonathan Weir. But he also explained more.


    "I think British Grid is a better buy than E.ON. The Warwick-based company owns 7,200 kilometers of high-voltage overhead lines in England and Wales, 1,500 kilometers of underground cables, a power transmission system for 342 substations; and 7,660 kilometers of Natural gas high-pressure gas pipelines, 133,600 kilometers of natural gas distribution pipelines, and 10.6 million natural gas users in the UK."


    ����In addition to UK assets, NGG operates more than 14,000 km of electricity transmission network, 116,600 km of distribution network; 781 km of natural gas pipelines, 56,300 km of natural gas distribution pipelines in the Northeast United States; The state and the northeastern region of Rhode Island provide electricity and natural gas, providing electricity to 3.3 million customers and natural gas to 3.4 million customers."


    ����If we succeed in acquiring UK Grid, Pacific Energy will have three-quarters of the UK��s high-voltage transmission network, one-sixth of the distribution network, and one-fifth of customers; one-half gas transmission network, three-fifths of the gas distribution network, and one-half of the users. We will be the largest utility company in the UK. And it will greatly enrich our business in the northeastern states of the United States.��


    "...NGG''s assets totaled ��21.74 billion, market value was ��11.2 billion, and liabilities accounted for 42.34%. The amount of funds we raised is sufficient to acquire all the assets of the British Grid Corporation."


    After pondering for a moment, Jonathan Weir said, "If we initiate the acquisition of the British grid company, I am afraid that we will encounter an investigation from the British antitrust department."


    "Even if we acquire the British grid company, it is far from being a monopoly. In addition, we can promise that if we acquire the British grid company, we can invest 10 billion pounds in the next 10 years, enter the field of new energy power generation, and effectively improve the UK electricity supply structure.��


    "Boss, the cost of new energy power plants is too high, the profits are meager, and the technology is far from mature. Is it too early to enter?"


    "That''s really something we should be concerned about. But, Jonathan, do you know why I''m reluctant to take Pacific Energy public?"


    "Pressure from Wall Street investors?"


    "That''s right!" Guo Shouyun nodded, "The cash flow of public utilities is very rich and the return is stable, but the return on equity is very low, and it is not bad to maintain 7%. And it is very easy to be affected by policies. The investment in business projects has a large proportion and a long payback period, so it is naturally not liked by those Wall Street investment bankers who are chasing short-term interests. Therefore, I would rather invest my own money to develop Pacific Energy Group than give the company shares to those people. Only the speculative Wall Street **** are left. Otherwise, under the control of capital, Pacific Energy Group, which starts chasing short-term revenue, will not end up much better than Enron.��


    In the history of American business, there are too many listed companies, in order to create a beautiful balance sheet to please Wall Street and investors, they gave up their stable business strategies and long-term corporate goals, and eventually collapsed. Nearby are Enron, WorldCom and Consecco, and farther are Chrysler and Texaco. However, the latter two were more fortunate than the former, and did not completely collapse at the time.


    ����For Pacific Energy, the best way to invest is to focus on the long-term development of the group. Obviously, with the increasing global attention to environmental issues, fossil energy is being phased out. If natural gas is used for power generation, it is also because If it exists as a clean energy source and exists as a rich energy mix, then coal will be slowly phased out. Nuclear energy is also slowed down by accidents and external threats.��


    "...It is foreseeable that in the future, with the continuous subsidies of various countries for green energy, the real need to improve the environment, and the advancement of technology, new energy power plants will become the main force in the power supply of major countries in the world in the future. We invest now, it is equal to Occupy the market ahead of time. In addition, the energy pattern of developed countries such as Europe and North America has basically been solidified after hundreds of years of development. Expansion through acquisitions will not only cost a huge amount of money, but also face the review of government agencies, and undertake old power plants. equipment maintenance and updates.��


    ����But if we enter the market with investment in new energy power plants, the government of the host country will become our helper. Moreover, most European countries have implemented market-oriented power policies. Even Rheinland Energy, Baden-W��rttemberg Energy, etc. The vertically-integrated power operators in China must also open up their transmission and distribution networks to us. In addition, if we use new energy as a selling point can also attract more power users.��


    ����compared to the benefits that can be obtained in the future. The current difficulties do not constitute a reason for us to hesitate to enter the new energy field. Although the profit of new energy power plants is very small, it is not completely unprofitable. Invest now, take the lead The developer advantage will help us make more profits in the future.��


    Jonathan Wells nodded after a moment.


    "When I go back, I will hold a management meeting to discuss the boss''s point of view and formulate a corresponding investment plan."


    "Jonathan, what I admire most is your resolute attitude. But before the specific new energy investment plan comes out, you must first do a good job of the employee equity incentive plan and the employee equity incentive plan. Otherwise, we will have no money to buy the UK. Grid Corporation."


    "Yes! ... Employee equity incentive plan, how many shares are you going to set?"


    "Tentatively set 15%! But this requires a long-term plan, rather than setting up an option pool with 15% of the shares in advance."


    Guo Shouyun still needs this part of equity financing to invest in the future, especially the subprime mortgage crisis three years later, and of course he will not give up his equity early.


    As for the employee equity incentive plan, this is the same as the listing. The funds raised expand the business of Pacific Energy, which is equivalent to a disguised increase in the value of the remaining shares in his hands. This is completely different from the equity award plan, which distributes shares to outstanding employees without asking for return.


    Jonathan Weir nodded, as he expected. Guo Shouyun will guarantee his absolute controlling stake in Pacific Energy Group.


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    Leaving Jonathan Weir to deal with the acquisition of Scottish Power Company, Guo Shouyun, who had already arranged everything properly, returned to the United States on his own Kunpeng.


    4 New York Plaza, now Wall Street, and New Yorkers prefer to call it the Phoenix Building. Since the merger of the Phoenix Corporation and National City Bank of America, the name has become more and more accepted by more and more people.


    In the chairman''s office on the top floor of the Phoenix Building, Guo Shouyun looked down at the bustling Fifth Avenue through the floor-to-ceiling windows. For a moment, he felt as if he had stepped on the entire Wall Street. Shaking his head slightly to drive this illusion out of his mind, he turned around after taking a last look at the bustling heart of American finance.


    "Stephen, it seems that choosing you to be the CEO of Phoenix Bank was the most correct choice I made. In the third quarter of 2004, Phoenix Bank''s operating income was US$9.249 billion, a year-on-year increase of 10%, and its net profit was US$2.071 billion, a year-on-year increase. Growth rate of 9.3%, return on equity was 19.57%, return on total assets was 8.73%, capital adequacy ratio was 12.07%, of which the tier 1 capital adequacy ratio was 8.41%. The non-performing loan ratio was 0.55%. The $496.5 billion of the total has increased to the current $658.37 billion, more than one-fifth. You�� have a great deal of credit!"


    "Boss, you are over the top! Half of Phoenix Bank''s revenue comes from the foundation laid earlier by Phoenix. Especially BlackBerry, Gilead Sciences, Amgen, Qualcomm, Intel, Broadcom, NVIDIA, AMD, GlobalFoundries, Texas Instruments, Starbucks, Oracle, these twelve companies spent less than 15 billion US dollars when the stock market was in the downturn in 2001 and 2002, and they got more than 8~54% of their shares, and now, this part The value of the equity has nearly quadrupled compared to the past.��


    "...especially BlackBerry, a company that we own 54% of and directly control, the market value has grown from 572 million in 2001 to $20.3 billion now, with nearly 40 times the income, becoming the most profitable bank in Phoenix. An investment." Stephen Bryan''s expression was full of excitement.


    For equity investment, an annual return of more than 20% has already surpassed the average state of the market. But 40 times the income is enough to be recorded in business history.


    However, Guo Shouyun was not surprised by such a situation. To this day, he still receives a post he read in 2003.


    In the "911 Incident", almost all communication equipment in the United States was paralyzed, but the BlackBerry mobile phone of US Vice President Cheney was successfully connected wirelessly, and it was able to receive real-time information about the disaster scene anytime, anywhere. During the recess of the U.S. Congress due to the 9/11 incident, each member of the Congress was allocated a copy of the """ so that they could use it to handle state affairs.


    There''s no better advert than this, so the BlackBerry is on fire.


    2006 was the brightest moment for BlackBerry phones. It once occupied 48% of the US market. Because of its iconic full keyboard and superior security, BlackBerry phones were favored by a large number of politicians and business people. Even in 2009, when the iPhone 4 had become popular all over the world, the shipment of BlackBerry phones was still as high as 50 million units, claiming to account for 20% of the global smartphone market. The annual revenue is also close to 20 billion US dollars, and the market value once reached 83 billion US dollars.


    Even Guo Shouyun bought one, but it was eventually replaced by a Meizu.


    As Huawei, Xiaomi, Apple, and Samsung compete to dominate the global market, BlackBerry is also dying silently. As for whether it has also fallen to the point where Motorola is being sold off, he does not know. Back then no one cared about BlackBerry phones.


    But in any case, in the first decade of the 21st century, BlackBerry phones are indeed more popular. It is an investment project that cannot be missed. But after buying Apple, he ceded the project to Phoenix Bank. With the backing of BlackBerry''s management, it acquired a 54% stake in the company on the condition of investing, but not involving operating rights. This is also the company with the most shares held by the PE department of Phoenix Bank.


    In contrast, Gilead Sciences, Amgen, Qualcomm, Intel, Broadcom, NVIDIA, AMD, GlobalFoundries, Texas Instruments, Starbucks, and Oracle, which are also affiliated with the PE investment department, have the most with only 16.8%. .


    What makes Guo Shouyun so important is the famous patent hooligan Qualcomm in later generations! It was hit hard by the Nasdaq crisis, and its market value was only about US$6 billion during the bottom period. Of course, Guo Shouyun would not miss such an opportunity.


    With the recovery of the U.S. economy in recent years, the market value of these companies has also grown upwards. It is also to their credit that Phoenix Bank has the highest return on total assets on Wall Street. You know, ****''s return on total assets is only about 2%, Wells Fargo is only 1.7%, and Phoenix Bank is 4 times that.


    Looking at Stephen Bryan''s excited face, Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it.


    "Stephen, the growth of BlackBerry is really exciting. But when it was the most popular, it was time for us to get out."


    "Exit? Why?"


    Guo Shouyun knew that Stephen Bryan was not someone who could be easily persuaded. So after thinking about it, he still told him the truth.


    "Apple is working on a new phone. Once launched, it will profoundly change the current mobile phone industry. BlackBerry phones, even Nokia and Motorola will become obsolete products. Instead of waiting for them to lose value, let our investment lose Terrible. Might as well start selling now and pocket the profits.��


    "Are you sure you''re not joking?" Stephen Bryan asked in surprise.


    "Stephen, April Fool''s Day has long passed. And you know me, I never make any jokes about matters involving the company''s major operations." Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    With his help in this life, Apple''s research and development of the iPhone is faster than in the previous life. According to Jobs feedback. Now they have completed the most critical multi-touch technology research and development. If all goes well, the prototype will be launched in the second half of 2005. If there is no problem with the verification, the first generation iPhone will be launched in the first half of 2006. It was nearly a year earlier than Guo Shouyun remembered.


    Although the BlackBerry mobile phone is still brilliant for a few years after the introduction of the iPhone. But Phoenix Bank owns too much BlackBerry stock. There can only be a gradual sell-off without affecting the market, which will take several years. So, get ready now. Fight for the highs of the market and dump all BlackBerry stock.


    Looking at Guo Shouyun''s solemn expression, Stephen Bryan still had a hint of disbelief in his expression.


    "Isn''t Apple a computer company? When did it start making phones?"


    "Stephen, don''t let your emotions affect your brain. Since 2001, Apple has ceased to be a pure computer company, but a consumer electronics and software company with businesses involved in computers, portable music devices, Internet sites, and computer software. And chips. Mobile phones are the focus of the company''s research and development in the past three years."


    "Okay, okay! But what kind of phone could make BlackBerry, Nokia and Motorola obsolete? I can''t imagine it. Is there really such an electronic product in the world?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded, and after thinking for a moment, "Well, when this New York incident is over, I''ll take you to Apple''s R&D center. You''ll understand when you get there."


    "Then I''m really looking forward to it!" Stephen Bryan nodded.


    He was really curious about what Guo Shouyun said about Apple''s new mobile phone that could change the entire industry In addition, sell the shares of Intel and AMD! "


    In the PC era, Intel is the unquestionable overlord in the field of computer chips. Except for AMD, it can compete with one or two. There is no rival in the world. This also created the glory of Intel''s peak of more than 500 billion US dollars. But as the PC era came to an end, Intel, like Cisco, never returned to its peak.


    In fact, after the Nasdaq crisis, there is no other technology giant that can truly surpass the market value of its peak, except for Microsoft. But Microsoft''s stock price is too high, even after the Nasdaq crisis, it is still as high as 200 billion US dollars, which completely makes Guo Shouyun not interested in investing at all, and the rate of return is too low.


    Now Intel''s market value is around $200 billion, and AMD is around $23 billion. Although they will still occupy an important position in the field of computer chips in the future, there is little room for growth, or even nothing. The value of continuing to hold is not large, so after letting go, chasing more profitable investment projects has become an inevitable thing.


    "Intel and AMD are now the undisputed king and second competitor in the world of computer chips. No matter how you look at them, their stocks should not be abandoned. However, I have a hunch that this decision must have something to do with Apple''s new phone. relationship." Stephen Bryan said.


    "Now I can''t convince you no matter how much I say. I''d better wait until you get to Silicon Valley and see Apple''s research and development results." Guo Shouyun nodded with a smile.


    Stephen Bryan nodded in agreement.


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    "In another week, Unocal will be listed. As an underwriter, what price do you think the market will give?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    Since Unocal completed PE financing in 2003, a large number of powerful investors have been added to the shareholder list. After six months of rapid development and six months of roadshows, it finally reached the juncture of listing.


    After a brief consideration, Stephen replied: "In the context of the sharp rise in oil prices, Unocal''s asset value has increased by 18.6% compared with last year, revenue has also doubled to US$36.6 billion; net profit has increased by 76.4% , reaching 3.88 billion US dollars. Among the top ten oil companies in the United States, Unocal has the highest total asset appreciation rate and return on equity.��


    In 2003, Unocal received nearly $12 billion in financing from the Morgan Family Fund, Blackstone Group, Roosevelt Family Fund, The Carlyle Group, Goldman Sachs PE Investments, Kennedy Family Funds, Bush Family Funds, Merrill Lynch and Phoenix PE Investments.


    The money has largely been spent on acquisitions of oil assets, especially the Permian Basin portfolio in Texas, where half of the $12 billion has been invested.


    In 2003, Unocal''s oil and gas reserves were only 4.37 billion barrels, ranking behind Exxon Mobil with 24.8 billion barrels, Chevron Texaco with 11 billion barrels, and ConocoPhillips with 7.63 billion barrels, with a total asset value of about US$66 billion. , and saddled with $18.3 billion in debt. And the vast majority of oil and gas reserves are located in Asia.


    Now, after many mergers and acquisitions of various sizes, Unocal''s assets have increased to US$93.6 billion on the basis of rising oil and gas prices, and oil and gas reserves have increased by 1.83 billion barrels, which not only narrowed the gap with ConocoPhillips, but also increased by 43.9 billion barrels. % of the oil and gas reserves are located in North America, and the company''s asset structure is more balanced.


    Of course, the debt has also increased from the previous $18.3 billion to the current $31.7 billion.


    ����But Unocal��s main business is oil exploration and development, as well as financial investment. Compared with Exxon Mobil, Chevron, Texaco, Shell, etc., it involves upstream and downstream integration of oil exploration and development, petrochemicals, retail and energy. The company''s ability to resist risks is undoubtedly much lower. Moreover, it has invested heavily in the ultra-deep water area of ??the Sao Paulo Basin in Brazil for two years and achieved nothing, which will also become a place for investors to worry."


    "...Fortunately, the rising oil price has now become a consensus recognized by the investment community. Coupled with the support of the much-watched investment institutions in the shareholder list, Unocal''s IPO has also generated subscriptions that are nearly double the market average. If there is no accident If the company goes public, the stock price will hover around $65 billion to $70 billion!"


    The average IPO subscription ratio of US companies over the past decade was around 18.4, while Unocal''s IPO subscription ratio was 34.7. higher than the market average.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, which was similar to what he expected.


    "This time, the ordinary shares of Unocal held by Phoenix will not be cashed out, and if you are rich, you can buy some."


    When Unocal raised the financing, Phoenix Bank bought 2.5% of Unocal''s common stock.


    Stephen Bryan knew Guo Shouyun''s coveted oil resources in Iraq. After more than two years of layout, the Majinu oil field is like a ripe fruit, just waiting for the U.S. government to announce the start of picking. 12.6 billion barrels of Iraqi oil. The fourth largest oil field will triple Unocal''s oil and gas reserves. Against the backdrop of rising oil and gas prices, Unocal''s share price will undoubtedly skyrocket. Stephen Bryan, who knew this kind of insider information, certainly wouldn''t sell Unocal.


    "I''m afraid it''s not that easy to buy!" Stephen laughed.


    "why?"


    ��The allocation of Iraqi oil resources is no secret to the big guys like the Morgan family fund, the Blackstone Group, the Roosevelt family fund, the Carlyle Group, Goldman Sachs, the Kennedy family fund, the Bush family fund. Even if they don��t continue to buy, they will We will not cash out the shares in our hands. Moreover, the shares of Unocal��s financing this time are only 15% of the headquarters, or 150 million shares. With a 35 times oversubscription, we may not get much.��


    Guo Shouyun did not expect that the reason why he let Phoenix increase its holdings of Unocal shares would be so understood by Stephen. However, he also admitted that Iraqi oil is indeed a huge boost to Unocal''s share price. But he really let Stephen do it, more because of the Brazilian pre-salt oil.


    Compared with the Iraqi oil, which is still in constant war and has huge reserves, but cannot be substantially realized. Brazil''s pre-salt oil will undoubtedly be Unocal''s largest gold mine.


    In two years at most, this gold mine has truly blossomed into its brilliance. Against the backdrop of rising oil prices, Unocal has become the brightest star in the international oil market. However, there is definitely no way to tell Stephen in this situation.


    "It''s okay, just do your best!"


    The latter nodded.


    "Are you going to continue to wait for the Merrill Lynch acquisition?"


    Guo Shouyun frowned slightly, "Has the situation of Merrill changed?"


    "Merrill Lynch has acquired two mortgage companies in a row this October, and they are now approaching the Everest Group, a Hartford, Connecticut-based company that operates primarily in private clients with 230 $100 million in mortgage loans, and a $17.5 billion CDO option pool. In addition, I just got the news that O''Neal fired Jeff Kronthall, the head of Merrill Lynch''s mortgage business unit, who was extremely capable of doing business. There are rumors that O''Neal had a big fight with Merrill Lynch''s chief risk officer, Greg Fleming, at the weekly office meeting because the latter objected to Merrill''s aggressive real estate mortgage business."


    ����But considering the fact that since O��Neal replaced Dave Komansky as Merrill��s CEO in 2002, the company��s net profit has risen from $2.5 billion to $57 today, and Merrill��s board will likely support O��Neal instead of Ditch Greg. That means Merrill''s exposure to real estate mortgages and their associated CDO bonds will continue to expand."


    After a pause, Stephen Bryan frowned and said: "In addition, the risk of real estate in the United States is already very high. Before 2003, the CDO scale based on real estate mortgage bonds was only more than 50 billion US dollars, but only three in 2004. The size of the CDO increased by $153.7 billion in a quarter, which is insane. Also, banks and real estate mortgage lenders can make instant money as long as they continue to bring money to home buyers and then package the loans to investment banks. Huge profits."


    "And investment banks sold these A-rated bonds to pension funds, mutual funds, and other investment institutions that didn''t think there would be massive losses in U.S. real estate."


    "This chain of interests is like a golden road paved with dollars, and everyone is making a lot of money. But the foundation of this pyramid is American home buyers. As banks and lending institutions continue to lower their qualifications for home buyers Censorship, people who can��t repay at all are also starting to buy houses, and people who can afford to mortgage their houses to buy more properties.��


    "As the scale of real estate mortgage loans becomes larger and larger, the scale of CDOs becomes more and more amazing, and the risk of the entire real estate collapse will gradually increase!" After a pause, Stephen Bryan looked directly at Guo Shouyun with a solemn expression, "Boss , we used to predict that the final collapse of U.S. real estate will start in 2007, but looking at the development of the market now, I feel that it may implode in 2006. Merrill Lynch��s exposure to real estate mortgage loans and CDOs is becoming more and more Big. If the acquisition is successful, you need enough time to fire off these toxic assets.��


    "As the world''s largest broker, the size of the bonds held by Merrill Lynch will be staggering. O''Neal will also continue to pursue higher profits, consolidate his position, and eliminate the criticism of him from the outside world, especially conservatives within Merrill Lynch. Go deep in this spree that doesn''t look like there''s going to be any problems. Once the acquisition is successful, you don''t necessarily have enough time to sell these assets before the market collapses."


    "Did Merrill Lynch not hedge these assets?" Guo Shouyun asked after pondering for a moment.


    "I did But when the entire market collapses, the commercial insurance institutions in the United States may not be able to insure themselves!"


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun thought of AIG. The world''s No. 1 insurance giant with a market value of US$180 billion and total assets of US$1 trillion, although it did not repeat the ending of Lehman Brothers. But it was also used by the U.S. government for surgery, with heavy losses!


    "So, what''s your opinion?"


    "Sell Merrill''s shares. Or talk to O''Neal in exchange for some of Merrill''s assets. I think with his vigilance towards your boss, he will definitely be happy for you to withdraw from Merrill''s board of directors."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "After working hard for so long, it would be really unwilling to give up like this."


    "Then you''d better take down Merrill Lynch within half a year, otherwise, if you play again, the acquisition may not be worth it."


    "Hmm! It seems that it''s time to take the initiative." After a pause, Guo Shouyun turned his head, "When do you think we will sell the CDO in our hands?"


    "The middle of next year!"


    "It''s too early." Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "The total value of the CDO bonds we hold has reached $95.34 billion. Such an amazing amount of money will take time to be realized." Stephen Bryan sighed, "I originally thought that if you hedge these CDOs, you can We will wait until the peak of the crisis, but looking at the current state of the U.S. real estate market, I am afraid that hedging is not enough to recover our losses when the crisis occurs. Therefore, it is better to exit early and keep the funds safe. Nearly 100 billion yuan Losing one-tenth of dollars in dollars would jeopardize our liquidity, and one-fifth would shake the foundations of the Phoenix. One-half would be enough to make us insolvent. �� The risk is too great.��


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    Chapter 722 Toxic Assets: Synthetic CDO


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    Stephen Bryan has worked **** Wall Street for half his life, with a lot of experience and knowledge. But he has never seen U.S. real estate expand like this. He believes that more than one person can see the risks, but everyone is reluctant to make profits at their fingertips, and they all believe that they can cash out before the crisis. In the end, it turns out that no one is God and wants others to be the pick-up man. In the end, everyone became a pick-up man.


    Although Guo Shouyun agreed with Stephen Bryan''s caution, he did not want to leave the field so early. You must know that the nearly 100 billion US dollars of CDOs held by Phoenix Bank are all equity bonds, which are often referred to as subordinated bonds. The interest is around 6-8%.


    Don''t think that''s not high, since the Fed lowered the federal funds rate below 1% after 9/11, conventional loan interest has not exceeded 2%. Compared with Huaxia''s deposit interest and loan interest of nearly 8%, it is simply incomparable. Therefore, it seems that CDOs with stable and high returns have become the best choice for investment institutions.


    Buyers are huge and one of the main reasons for the subprime mortgage crisis.


    The nearly 100 billion CDOs held by Phoenix Bank can bring in more than 5 billion US dollars in operating income every year. This money is not a small sum. If you sell it, there will be no more.


    Of course, in Guo Shouyun''s view, gold, futures, and stocks have higher returns than CDOs. However, bonds are needed in the asset pools of bond funds and hybrid funds under the wealth management department and asset management department of Phoenix Bank. Compared with corporate bonds with moderate interest and high risk, real estate CDOs are more suitable. As for government bonds and local government bonds, the interest rates are too low.


    "Stephen, the prudence in dealing with high-risk issues is indeed commendable. But I don''t think mid-2005 is an appropriate time." Seeing Stephen Bryan''s disapproving look, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Stephen, know What is a synthetic CDO?"


    "Synthetic CDO?"


    This new term not surprisingly aroused Stephen''s curiosity.


    "That''s right!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. It is still November 2004, more than half a year before Lehman Brothers invented the highly toxic asset such as synthetic CDO.


    ��CDOs based on real estate mortgages are divided into senior, intermediate and subordinated. Originally, the price of subordinated CDOs was very low, but as the U.S. real estate derivatives market became hot, these subordinated CDO bonds also became popular. These low-priced sub-prime CDOs are sold at the priority price. Real estate mortgage lenders and commercial banks once again divide these sub-prime loans into priority, intermediate and sub-prime according to different risk levels.��


    "But it is divided into different levels of CDOs, which are essentially subprime loans. Rating agencies will still not give high ratings, and banks and real estate mortgage lenders will not get the benefits they want. Therefore, Bear Stearns thought for everyone. One solution: find a commercial insurance agency like AIG to insure these bonds.��


    "AIG and other commercial insurance institutions have found that the real estate market in the United States is very hot, and there is basically no possibility of being unable to repay. Looking at the history of real estate development in the United States over the past 100 years, even during the low tide of real estate, there has never been an entire market. Collapsed situation. So, commercial insurance agencies including AIG provide different levels of guarantee for first, intermediate and subordinate CDOs.��


    "With these guarantees, the risk of these bonds is undoubtedly greatly reduced. When commercial banks and real estate mortgage lenders found the three major rating agencies, Moody''s, Standard & Poor''s and Fitch, they got different grades such as A, B, and C. rating."


    "A-grade and B-grade are quickly bought by investment institutions such as mutual funds and large pension funds because of their relatively low risk. But C-grade CDOs have low market demand because of their high risk. This is also the general trend of the US real estate industry. Happening."


    Stephen Bryan nodded, looking forward to what Guo Shouyun said next.


    "Financial institutions don''t want any losses in their hands, especially when the U.S. real estate market is so hot, they should squeeze every cent of profit from it. But if the C-level subprime mortgage doesn''t change the risk, few people will invest. So what should we do?" Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed with a trace of light, "At this time, the synthetic CDO will appear."


    Guo Shouyun brought his coffee, and then took the sugar bowl that was on the side into his hand, took out a sugar cube and gestured to Stephen Bryan.


    "I assume this sugar cube is an A-grade subprime loan insured by an insurance agency, and this cup of coffee is a C-grade subprime loan."


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun threw the sugar cube into the coffee cup, and then began to stir with a spoon. Noticing his movements, Stephen Bryan''s eyes lit up, and a flash of enlightenment flashed in his mind.


    "After such a mix, the situation of the entire asset pool is very different. The C-grade subprime loans that were originally high-risk and could not be sold, now because of the lower-risk A-grade bonds, the risk of the entire asset pool is The level is greatly reduced. Except for the investment bank that designed this financial model, no one knows the specific situation of this asset pool. Insurance institutions, including investment institutions and investors, only see the overall rate of return and risk of this asset pool. Therefore, the original selling The C-level subprime loans that did not go out were so smoothly sold at the price of B and even A-level bonds. This is ... synthetic CDO. But we all know that CDOs based on subprime loans are garbage, and synthetic CDOs are CDOs are garbage in garbage, ice in drugs. When the entire market collapses, synthetic CDOs will be the first to collapse, and then the entire market!��


    Guo Shouyun flicked the coffee cup with his right hand, and with a ''bang bang'', the coffee cup was dumped instantly, and a piece of coffee inside was also sprinkled.


    Although it was coffee, Stephen Bryan was thinking of the real estate market in the entire United States, the financial institutions of the United States as the crisis spread, and the world.


    In an instant, even Stephen Bryan, who had experienced half his life on Wall Street, felt startled.


    He knows the urine of those Wall Street counterparts very well. If they know the news of synthetic CDO, they will definitely design it and bring it to the market. Wall Street can do anything for profit. As for the risks, shareholders and 300 million Americans pay the bill anyway. They will leave with their generous bonuses and pensions.


    Stan O''Neal buried Merrill and got a $160 million pension. AIG''s management, represented by Edward Liddy, received $165 million in compensation, but buried the world''s largest insurance group.


    Against the background of the subprime mortgage crisis, the management of financial groups that suffered heavy losses or collapsed such as Merrill Lynch, AIG, Lehman Brothers and Citigroup could retire with generous funds, which directly led to the subsequent ''Occupy Wall Street'' movement. occur.


    After chatting afterward, Stephen Bryan''s heart was filled with shock because of Guo Shouyun''s words.


    "If so, the subprime mortgage crisis will be bigger than we thought before, no, bigger than the economic crisis that has happened in the past few decades!"


    "Only God knows this kind of thing." After a pause, Guo Shouyun wiped the coffee spilled on the table with a tissue, "Stephen, the real estate industry is the backbone of the American economy, and this is a trillion-dollar market. And as a In a global financial center, the profits from U.S. real estate derivative bonds will attract the attention of almost all investment institutions in the world. Now all this is just dessert before dinner. The real climax has not yet begun, and we do not need to rush out of the market.��


    Stephen Bryan nodded, and after calming himself down, he said, "It''s just that this will make us take more risks!"


    "If you want to get more profits, of course you have to take more risks. However, I won''t really let Phoenix Bank go to the end, don''t worry!"


    With a response, Stephen Bryan stared at Guo Shouyun and said solemnly, "Can I know who came up with the idea of ??synthesizing CDO?"


    "I promised the other party to keep it a secret, so I''m sorry, Stephen!"


    He is not a fool, how can such a **** pot be deducted from himself Looking at Guo Shouyun''s apologetic expression, Stephen Bryan doubts that this kind of bond he has never heard of is from the other party''s handwriting . And with his own understanding of the other party, he completely has this ability and talent. But since the other party denied it, as a business partner, he couldn''t really pursue it. This can damage the intimate relationship between the two parties, and it can be harmful to anyone.


    "Stephen, the idea of ??synthesizing a CDO is not difficult, it''s easy to come up with. I believe that even without our conversation today, someone on Wall Street, where the world''s best financial talents are concentrated, will definitely have the same idea." Guo Shouyun read He glanced back.


    Stephen Bryan nodded slowly after a moment of contemplation.


    "Bruce, as a friend, how big do you think this crisis is? Does it compare to the Great Depression?"


    The so-called Great Depression is the economic crisis in 1929, which spread from the United States to the world, directly led to Japan''s invasion of China, the rise of the Communist Party, and changed the political and economic situation of the world. It remains in the minds of Americans and is hard to forget.


    "Stephen, I''m not God. I don''t have an answer for this kind of future, and I can''t possibly have an answer. ... Also, it''s not like your usual you."


    Stephen Bryan also knew that he was not calm, after taking a deep breath, he smiled bitterly: "As we accumulate more and more data, the sense of crisis brought about by US real estate mortgage bonds is getting heavier and heavier. The feeling of the sword of Damocles hanging above your head is really hard to calm down."


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    Chapter 723 Unocal Listing


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    "I understand how you feel. But even we can''t stop this kind of thing, and Paul Volcker has proven it for us."


    Guo Shouyun was referring to an article published last month by former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker on his blog to be wary of the U.S. real estate bubble.


    As a giant in the American economic circle, he was praised by the current Fed Chairman Greenspan as the "father of American economic vitality in the past two decades". He failed to attract the slightest attention from the political and financial circles through his influence. If Stephen Bryan wants to turn things around, that''s probably how it works.


    Not to mention that Guo Shouyun didn''t intend to stop it at first, and even if he stopped it, it would just be a man''s arm.


    He got up and patted Stephen Bryan''s shoulder, "Okay, relax. With the current economic situation in the world, even if the United States has another economic crisis like the Great Depression, it will still not be able to shake the United States'' position in the world. Therefore, we Don��t worry, wait for the crisis to come, and then in a few years, watch it pass. The world is still there and the U.S. economy will recover again.��


    Stephen Bryan nodded and stood up.


    "Let''s go, let''s eat, it''s just noon. Besides, I''m hungry too after talking so much."


    Guo Shouyun, who patted his belly, took Stephen and walked out.


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    On November 5, 2004, an advertisement for Unocal''s listing appeared on a large screen outside the New York Stock Exchange.


    At this time, in the trading floor, Guo Shouyun and Unocal CEO Rebecca Mark were surrounded by Wall Street financial bigwigs.


    "Bruce, congratulations. You have another company listed successfully." George Prescott Bush laughed.


    He represented the Bush family to participate in the Unocal listing.


    "Tong Xi, Tong Xi. The Bush Family Fund is also an investor in Unocal, and everyone benefits from the listing of the company." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "We small shareholders can''t compare to you, the founder of the company. However, Bruce, when will Phoenix Bank go public?" Kenny Morgan, the sixth generation of the Morgan family, is also the heir to the Morgan family fund. Represented father Frederick Morgan in Unocal''s listing.


    Looking around him, representatives of the Bush, Morgan, Kennedy, Roosevelt families, as well as representatives of the Carlyle Group, Blackstone Group, Goldman Sachs, and Merrill Lynch, Guo Shouyun knew very well what they had in mind.


    "Please rest assured, the financing before Phoenix Bank''s listing will definitely not be missing you."


    The current Guo Shouyun is no longer five years ago. At that time, he could not wait to hold all the interests in his own hands, and not give a cent to outsiders. But now, he understands that if he wants to keep his wealth, he must have his own connections and power, and money has become a secondary thing.


    The Bush, Morgan, Kennedy and Roosevelt families are the focus of his investment. Once you get to know them, you will truly occupy a place in the top social circle in the United States. In addition to the identity of the son-in-law of the Roosevelt family, it will also dilute his Chinese identity.


    "...As for the specific time, it will be placed after Google."


    Kenny Morgan and the others nodded, but they didn''t ask Google. For family funds that focus on value preservation and appreciation, the Internet is not a reassuring investment target. At least for now. However, investment institutions like Carlyle who pursue high yields obviously don��t think so.


    Just as Goldman Sachs COO Joe Smith was about to ask something, Rebecca Marks got ahead of him.


    "Boss, it''s almost time."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Everyone, I''m going to ring the bell, so I left first."


    "Hehe, a rare moment, of course not to be missed." Joseph Kennedy II laughed.


    Everyone nodded in agreement.


    "See you soon!"


    "See you soon."


    When Guo Shouyun took Rebecca to the New York Stock Exchange Management Company to prepare the podium for Unocal, the company''s executives were already waiting here.


    Seeing the happy eyes they looked at him, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    As the focus of the audience, as he walked to the center of the podium, the atmosphere under the stage gradually became quiet.


    Guo Shouyun, who has participated in the listing of LinkedIn, is very clear about the next process. After taking the microphone from Rebecca, facing the attention of hundreds of pairs of eyes from the audience, he said without stage fright: "Everyone, as the board of directors of Unocal. Chairman, I am very pleased and sincerely thank you for being here and participating in Unocal''s IPO."


    "As an oil company developed based on Enron''s oil business, Unocal has experienced three years from 2001 to the present. Over the past three years, we have always adhered to the corporate culture of integrity, customer first, and social responsibility, and actively engaged in oil exploration. And the development field continues to progress.��


    "Unocal now has grown from a small oil company with assets of less than 10 billion three years ago to a total asset of 93.7 billion US dollars, operating income of 36.6 billion US dollars, net income of 3.88 billion US dollars, total return on assets 5.73%, net assets Yield 12.34%, with 6.3 billion barrels of oil reserves, large oil companies with operations in 19 countries around the world."


    "We firmly believe that Unocal''s development will become more and more visible as global oil prices increase. We will also strive to build a world-class oil company that will bring great returns to all Unocal shareholders~www .novelhall.com~ Thank you all, thank you again for being here today, thank you!��


    "Whoa...!"


    Loud applause broke out in the halls of the New York Stock Exchange.


    Along with applause, Guo Shouyun greeted Unocal executives including Rebecca Mark and pressed the button to ring the bell.


    Accompanied by the huge bell, colorful ribbons fell from the sky, red, blue, green and purple, embellishing the whole scene with joy.


    Soon, the first transaction order for Unocal stock was born. 500,000 shares, from Fidelity Funds investment.


    Hassan Winslow, chairman and chief executive of the New York Stock Exchange, handed the paper stock transaction slip to Guo Shouyun.


    In fact, since the advent of the personal computer on Wall Street, the paperless office has become popular. The stock transaction receipts of the last century have said goodbye to the stock market.


    Modern people only need to click the trade button on their account through the computer to buy or sell their own stocks. There''s no need to keep a list of stock trades in the safe like cash.


    However, it has also been a rule of the New York Stock Exchange for many years to hand over a list of the company''s first transactions after going public to the company''s founder as a souvenir.


    "Mr. Guo, this should be your second stock trading list, right?" Hassan Winslow laughed.


    "I also have a list of transactions on LinkedIn." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Hopefully next year I can personally hand over the third, fourth, and even more to you."


    The subtext of this sentence is to hope that Guo Shouyun''s company will be listed on the New York Stock Exchange.


    "I think so! ... Also, I''ll keep these stock trading lists as heirlooms of the Guo family."


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    Chapter 724 Future Investment


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    When Guo Shouyun was chatting with his friends, he did not forget to pay attention to Unocal''s stock price. The upward curve is pleasant.


    By the time the New York Stock Exchange closed at 3 pm, Unocal''s $62 issue price had risen to $73.4, an increase of 18.39% in one day. This growth rate is modest compared to when companies such as Microsoft, Apple, Amazon, Yahoo and others went public. However, Guo Shouyun is very satisfied. Unocal is just a traditional oil company, not a technology company. It''s not a much-anticipated investment for Wall Street, which is now focused on short-term gains and fickle with real estate. The ability to rise so much all at once is also thanks to the background of rising oil prices.


    But in any case, with the stock exchange closed, Unocal''s market value of one billion shares increased to $73.4 billion.


    "Time", "Business Week", "Bloomberg" and other business media have used their own front pages to report Unocal''s listing in detail.


    Guo Shouyun, who has always been low-key, has once again become the focus of the global business community.


    As Unocal, which entered the top 100 of the world''s top 500 as soon as it went public, was known to everyone, it once again raised the question of how much wealth this Chinese rich man has.


    Kuo Business Group, Phoenix Bank, Thunder Fund, Unocal, Universal, Matrix, Pacific Energy Group, Ruby, Apple, Google, not counting Tesla Motors, which is still in the research and development state, and has not been listed on the market. , Among the many well-known assets of Guo Shouyun, LinkedIn is listed as an independent subsidiary of Ruby and now has a market value of 13.7 billion US dollars, ranking after Microsoft, Yahoo, eBay, AOL and Amazon. It is the United States and the sixth largest Internet in the world. company.


    Unocal, with a market value of $73.4 billion, is the fourth largest U.S. oil company after Exxon Mobil, ChevronTexaco and ConocoPhillips. However, there are many giants in the oil field, and Unocal is not in the top ten in the world. But even so, in the oil field, it is also a giant-level existence.


    Just looking at the list of shareholders announced by Unocal, people can''t find any information about Guo Shouyun''s shareholding. What the **** is Red Diamond Fund and Recco Investments?


    Of course, as long as people with certain financial knowledge know that some of these holding institutions must be shell companies controlled by Guo Shouyun. However, these shell companies are not listed and do not need to disclose information to the public. So how many of them belong to Guo Shouyun, and how many are real investment companies, I am afraid no one knows except Guo Shouyun himself and a few people.


    This has also created enormous difficulties for business survey agencies, especially Forbes.


    Because more than 95% of Guo Shouyun''s assets in the United States are under the names of two public welfare funds, Bruce Foundation and Guo''s Charity Fund, they no longer bother to investigate Guo Shouyun''s American assets, which are covered by many mists, but only for his Assets in Asia are ranked after they are assessed.


    Guo Shouyun''s assets in Asia are also not listed, and the scale is far from comparable to that of the United States. Therefore, after a conservative assessment, in 2003, his wealth on the Forbes list in the United States was 9.83 billion US dollars.


    Such a ranking is naturally unsatisfactory when compared with the huge scale and influence of Guo''s Business Group, Phoenix Bank, Thunder Fund, Unocal, Universal, Matrix, Pacific Energy Group, Ruby, Apple, and Google.


    However, Forbes also made a certain explanation, but the effect was very limited. Of course, the Forbes rich list is full of loopholes, and no one would really think that the rankings represent real personal wealth, except for the people who eat melons to watch the fun and have a real understanding of the inside story.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t care about the disturbance from the outside world. After receiving phone calls from many friends and thanking them one by one, he began to push forward with the things he really cared about.


    "Boss, this is the hiring list for outside directors."


    He took over the document in Rebecca''s hand and glanced at it, "Have you communicated in advance?"


    "It has been confirmed that there are no strong figures, and they are all business elites who have some knowledge of the oil industry or who have worked in oil companies."


    According to the U.S. Securities Act, public companies must establish external boards of directors, boards of supervisors and other institutions to oversee the operation and management of the company.


    In addition, the financial scandals of Enron, WorldCom and other companies in 2001 and 2002 directly contributed to the promulgation of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, according to which outside directors have more participation and prosecutorial powers in company operations .


    This means that Guo Shouyun''s management of Unocal will be subject to more external constraints. Although he still holds 57.78% of Unocal''s shares, he has absolute control and absolute control of the board of directors, but he also needs to consider the opinions of the board of directors and outside directors. This is the price of listing, to obtain public funds, but also to accept public, or external supervision.


    "Since there is no problem, just follow this list."


    "The funds raised in this listing are 9.3 billion US dollars. Have you thought about how to use it?"


    Rebecca nodded, "Boss, the rapid development of the global economy, including the United States, has increased the demand for oil. In the context of rising oil prices, the price of acquiring oil companies is too high, and the premium is too high. So I suggest temporarily abandoning mergers and acquisitions of oil companies in favor of oil exploration and investment in refined oil options."


    Generally speaking, there are more mergers and acquisitions in the industry during periods of industry downturn. When the industry booms, M&A activity decreases. The main reason is because of the premium. During the boom period of the industry, acquiring a company often pays a premium of more than 20% on the basis of the company''s market value, which will cause great financial pressure for the acquiring company.


    Unocal started from its predecessor, Enron Oil, and has been focusing on mergers and acquisitions until now. As he said when Unocal went public, the company''s assets have soared from less than $10 billion to nearly $100 billion in three years.


    And this period was also a downturn in the U.S. economy, and the premium for mergers and acquisitions was very low. But since 2004, things have changed.


    "How much Unocal is investing in futures now?"


    "The principal of US$3.47 billion, and the oil futures contract of US$10.41 billion held under 3x leverage, has achieved a total net income increase of 43.78% over the past three years."


    According to Guo Shouyun''s request, Unocal will invest 20% of its net income into oil futures every month, and now this fund has accumulated to 3.47 billion US dollars. If the position is closed, it will receive a net gain of $4.56 billion, and after deducting capital gains, Unocal has doubled its gain in three years.


    From an operational point of view, financial investment can yield much higher returns and rates of return than oil development. That''s why Rebecca wants to put all $9.3 billion into oil futures.


    What''s more, she knows her boss well, who has been a staunch supporter of long-term rising oil prices. Her suggestion is in line with Guo Shouyun''s investment philosophy, and the probability of being allowed is huge.


    Guo Shouyun shook his head slightly after thinking about it.


    "It is not appropriate to invest all in oil futures. If all goes well, Iraq''s oil resources will be officially allocated next year, and we will most likely get the Majinu oilfield, but the war has destroyed the oilfield''s extraction facilities, we need to reinvest, and I plan to To increase the daily production of the Majinu field to 500,000 barrels, which requires us to invest at least 4 billion US dollars. In addition, I am ready to expand the exploration speed of the ultra-deep water blocks in Brazil. If we find oil, we also need to invest heavily in extraction, These all require a large amount of capital, and the revenue of Unocal alone may not be enough.��


    "Then how much capital reserve are you going to keep?" Rebecca nodded.


    "Make up the company''s investment in futures by 10 billion US dollars, and put the rest in the company''s currency account." Although we are not going to invest it, we must ensure that the money will not depreciate.


    "I understand."


    "Will there be any prospecting tenders for Petrobras this year?"


    "No news yet!"


    "Keep an eye out if they keep bidding you know what I''m asking."


    Looking at the majestic eyes of the big boss, Rebecca nodded. She really couldn''t figure out why Guo Shouyun was so interested in the ultra-deep water area of ??the Sao Paulo Basin in Brazil. Perhaps as rumored, he is betting that there is a large oil field in the ultra-deep water area offshore Brazil. But the stakes are too high. In the past year, Unocal has invested 150 million US dollars in Brazil''s ultra-deepwater exploration, but it has not seen a single oil seed. If the scale of exploration is expanded this year, the investment will double several times. If you can''t find oil fields again...!


    Thinking of this, after hesitating for a moment, "Boss, we will expand investment in oil exploration in Brazil. I am afraid that the board of directors will have great opinions. After all, we have not made any surprising discoveries there in the past year or so."


    "I''ll handle the pressure on the board of directors, you just need to do as I say." After a pause, Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes and said slowly, "Rebecca, I trust my intuition, that place There is oil, and there are big fields! God will give us a big surprise as long as we keep at it.��


    Looking at the big boss''s determined expression, Rebecca sighed in her heart, and she guessed that the big boss would answer like this. In the past year, Guo Shouyun said the same every time he talked about this issue. In fact, Guo Shouyun didn''t have much to say. I can''t tell the other person directly, I am a reborn person, and there was a big oil field there in my previous life. We must seize the pit as soon as possible, and not let others rob it.


    Guo Shouyun reckoned that Rebecca regarded him as a neurotic.


    By contrast, pushing everything to your own intuition is a more reliable answer. Anyway, this is not the first time he has used this to prevaricate other people''s questions, it can be said that he is familiar with it.


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    After discussing Unocal''s future development strategy with Rebecca Mark, Guo Shouyun checked the time. Grabbing his jacket, he turned and walked out of the room.


    The Plaza Hotel in New York, after getting out of the car, Guo Shouyun felt a sense of satisfaction in his heart when he saw this luxury hotel that has been famous in the United States for hundreds of years. Because you are its owner.


    "Guo... Mr. Guo!"


    Seeing the young man walking out of a black Rover extension, Ken Cross, general manager of the Plaza Hotel in New York, grew his mouth in shock. The new boss only asked him to come out to greet one person, but he didn''t tell him that he would be greeted by a top business tycoon who became famous in the United States because of Unocal''s listing.


    "Hello!"


    Looking at the right hand stretched out in front of him, Ken Cross, who came back to his senses, quickly grabbed it, and was flattered: "You... hello, it''s a great honor to meet you." The tone asked again, "Are you Mr. Bruce Guo?"


    "So you know me?"


    This sentence has already revealed his identity.


    "Of course! I also bought some Unocal shares the day before yesterday."


    "So we are partners!" Guo Shouyun nodded and smiled.


    "It''s my pleasure!"


    "Then, Mr. Partner, where is the person I''m looking for?"


    "Ms. Ji is already waiting for you inside, please come with me."


    "No need, I''ll just go by myself. ... Matthew, take Mr. Cross to rest!" Guo Shouyun didn''t want more people outside to know about his family affairs, especially in the United States.


    "Mr. Cross, please come this way."


    Looking at the stout Matthew with a grim expression, Ken Cross obediently shut his mouth.


    Guo Shouyun sorted out his clothes and walked towards the hotel with his feet raised.


    Since the Plaza Hotel was renovated in 1943, neither Depp nor Prince Waleed have completely renovated it for half a century. So that this prestigious five-star hotel has fallen behind its peers in interior decoration and facilities after entering the new century. Therefore, after Guo Shouyun took over, the first thing was to close the hotel for renovation.


    Over the past year, more than $100 million has been invested. And over the next two years, $300 million will be spent to complete the decoration of the entire hotel. Fortunately, as a hotel with a history of nearly 100 years, many of the oil paintings, sculptures and ornaments inside are already at the level of cultural relics. Through the auction, the hotel returned nearly $50 million and saved some expenses.


    After stepping into the hotel door, you can see that the lobby is extremely empty. The old and luxurious wallpapers and decorations have been removed, leaving only empty walls.


    Looking at the tall woman standing in the empty hall, wearing a burgundy women''s coat, black women''s trousers and high heels, with long hair and a shawl, Guo Shouyun walked over with a smile.


    After hugging, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "How come you have lost so much weight?"


    "Don''t you guys like women with slender bodies!" Ji Hong looked at him and said.


    "I still prefer plumpness. I''m too thin to touch all the bones, and I don''t even have the least touch here." He glanced at the other''s plump chest. However, because of the heavy woolen coat, there is no seductive spring light at all.


    Ji Hong gave him a white look, "Smooth tongue!"


    After smiling, Guo Shouyun looked around, "Why don''t you just go home and let me come here? And it''s all building materials and bare blanks, what''s so good about it!"


    "You come with me!"


    Ji Hong took Guo Shouyun to the elevator, all the way to the 9th floor. As soon as he got out of the elevator, he was full of scaffolding. Obviously, this floor was being renovated. Just because today is the weekend, there are no workers here.


    Walk down the corridor to a guest room that has been decorated with walls and floors. Except for the lamps, skirtings, curtains and other parts, the hard decoration of the entire room has been completed.


    "look!"


    Following the direction of Ji Hong''s finger, Guo Shouyun saw a wall covered with high-grade wallpaper.


    "Very good, what''s the problem?"


    "You touch it!"


    Guo Shouyun stepped forward according to the words and reached out to touch the wallpaper. At first, he didn''t feel anything, but when he touched a slightly larger area, he clearly felt the slight ups and downs on the wallpaper.


    Ji Hong walked to the side, squatted down and grabbed the wallpaper and pulled it up, and she pulled off a piece of the pasted wallpaper in an instant. What was exposed was a blue-grey cement wall.


    Guo Shouyun didn''t know much about interior decoration projects, but he knew that Ji Hong would not aimlessly.


    "Considering that the Plaza Hotel in New York is being renovated, I specially learned about the various processes of the interior decoration project, the materials used and the quotation. It turned out that the wallpaper that should have been pasted on the cement wall after scraping and smoothing it with putty was actually pasted directly. ... and $2 million in putty powder and latex paint was recorded in the hotel��s submission to the headquarters for renovations.��


    "This is just one of them. When I reviewed the hotel decoration costs, I found that the quotations for baseboards, wallpapers, and floors were generally five to ten dollars more expensive than the market price. Although they were inconspicuous in a single project, they combined , we spent an extra $8 million in decorative materials!��


    "It seems that no matter where you are, there are people who are unwilling to be lonely!" Guo Shouyun sighed with narrowed eyes.


    "It''s just human nature! It''s not the same there!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Have you investigated? Where is the problem?"


    "If there is no cooperation from the person below, I don''t think this matter can be concealed until now."


    Guo Shouyun thought of Ken Cross who was left in the hotel lobby.


    After nodding in agreement, "What are you going to do?"


    "Of course it is to sue, and then recover our losses. Otherwise, they would think that our Huaxia company is easy to bully." Ji Hong said coldly.


    When acquiring the Plaza Hotel in New York, no one knew that Guo Shouyun had anything to do with the acquisition except for the middleman, Depp, and Prince Walid, the previous owner of the hotel. The signed acquisition contract is Yunfan Investment represented by Ji Hong.


    A Huaxia company has acquired the best hotel in the United States. In addition, Ji Hong has just started production. She has to take care of the children and is also busy with the construction of the Plaza Hotel. As for the renovation project of the Plaza Hotel in New York, the attention is naturally not as close as the one close at hand. Magic City.


    The lax supervision, coupled with the contempt for Huaxia, will naturally allow people with ulterior motives to take advantage of the loopholes.


    In fact, in this era, there are too many examples of Huaxia Company being tricked because it is not familiar with the rules of the international market, resulting in heavy losses in international investment.


    "It''s up to you. As the CEO of the company, you also need to establish your own prestige within the company."


    Ji Hong nodded.


    "Don''t worry, I will help you with this!"


    "Um!"


    "Anything else?"


    "I originally wanted to go shopping and buy some gifts for Xiao Zheng and Sister Yun to bring back. But seeing how popular you are in the United States now, I guess you can''t go."


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "If you had come half a month earlier, you might be fine. But now even those who don''t know me will look at me more because of your relationship."


    "why?"


    "Who told you to look so beautiful!" He said, taking Ji Hong''s jade hand, "Let''s go, go home! I want to eat Sichuan cuisine you made at night."


    Xiaobie wins the newly married, the sweetness and restlessness between the two naturally need not be repeated.


    While helping Ji Hong deal with the embezzlement of the Plaza Hotel, Guo Shouyun also stayed in New York to deal with his own affairs.


    For example, the one sitting in front of him now, wearing a fair blue suit, reminds the slightly fat middle-aged man.


    "Mr. Smith, it''s a pleasure to meet you."


    Winthrop Smith Jr. looked at the young man in front of him who became famous because of Unocal''s listing, and after holding the other''s hand, he sighed a little: "Mr. Guo is unbelievably young! Especially! In front of the amazing career you''ve achieved."


    "Pass the prize, please take a seat!"


    "thanks!"


    After the two sat down, Wang Jue served them coffee.


    After thanking him, Winthrop Smith Jr. said, "Mr. Guo, I''m curious why you set the meeting place on this farm outside New York?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Mr. Smith, you are a smart person, you should have guessed my purpose."


    Thinking of some rumors he knew, he frowned slightly and stared at the other party closely: "Do you want to buy Merrill?"


    "That''s right!"


    "As the most successful financial institution in the past 100 years, Merrill Lynch has brought investment from Wall Street to Main Street, profoundly changing the financial habits of Americans. Merrill Lynch''s tenth is customer first, respect for individuals, teamwork, civic responsibility and integrity. Commandments'' international reputation has made the company founded by Merrill, Peter Lynch, and Mr. Winthrop Smith the most successful financial company in the world!"


    ���� Merrill Lynch achieved a record net profit of $3.8 billion in 2000 Pre-tax profit margin of 21.3% and return on equity of 24.2%. Merrill Lynch ranked 48th in a row in the global underwriting business rankings In the first quarter of 2018, with a market share of 13.3%, Merrill Lynch ranked third in the global M&A business rankings. You ranked first in the world in terms of financial research and dominated the global equity secondary market transactions. ."


    ��Meanwhile, Merrill Lynch��s personal wealth management totaled $1.5 trillion in assets, and its global asset management business totaled $557 billion. Merrill has 72,000 employees, 21,200 financial advisors, and 44 There are 975 branches in 100 countries and regions. The global presence and good reputation make Merrill Lynch an enviable presence for financial institutions around the world.��


    "But!" Guo Shouyun changed the subject, "...with Stan O''Neal becoming Merrill''s 12th CEO. He formulated the so-called ''New Merrill'' plan, which not only sold the United States such as Canada, Japan, Malaysia, etc. The business that Lin has built over the past half century has also cut 33% of Merrill''s workforce. This goes directly against the core culture of the ''Merrill family''."


    ��Especially when Merrill was implicated in the Enron scandal, he scapegoated Robert Foster, William Foss, James Brown, and Dan Bailey, the head of investment banking, but completely Disregarding the fact that the Department of Justice abused its power by sending them to the Southern Virginia Commonwealth Penitentiary."


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    ��Especially when Merrill was implicated in the Enron scandal, he scapegoated Robert Foster, William Foss, James Brown, and Dan Bailey, the head of investment banking, but completely Disregarding the fact that the Department of Justice abused its power by sending them to the Southern Virginia Commonwealth Penitentiary."


    "Up to now, Merrill''s culture and professional ethics that it has adhered to for nearly a hundred years have been completely abandoned by Stan O''Neill. Now Merrill is no longer a great cause that Merrill people work together, struggle for, and maintain, but Stan O''Neal''s tool for his own personal gain."


    Having said that, Guo Shouyun handed a piece of information to the other party, "Now Merrill Lynch''s exposure to real estate mortgage loans and high-risk bonds has surpassed that of Lehman and Bear Stearns, with a leverage ratio of more than 22 times. Since Stan O''Neill took office in 2002, it has doubled, and with the prosperity of the US real estate industry, Merrill Lynch''s risk exposure is still expanding. But no one can accurately predict the market, blindly expand debt, only It will push the company to the brink of destruction.��


    After a pause, "Mr. Smith, I have worked for Merrill Lynch for 28 years, and as the founder of Merrill Lynch, the son of the respected Mr. Winthrop Smith, I think it is very necessary for you to stand up and help Merrill Lynch get back on its feet. to its right track."


    After reading the information that Guo Shouyun gave to himself, Winthrop Smith Jr. said: "Mr. Guo, I really don''t agree with Stan O''Neal''s management of Merrill, but now I have left Merrill for a long time. All Lin shares have also been sold. Therefore, I can''t help you with the acquisition of Merrill Lynch."


    He changed his words, "Also, why do you convince me that you, who owns Merrill Lynch, are not the second Stan O''Neal? As far as I know, Phoenix Bank is the largest investor in the United States based on real estate CDOs. Speaking of danger, You are far more dangerous than Merrill."


    "Although Mr. Smith has left Merrill, it does not mean that you have lost influence within Merrill. As far as I know, there are many of your friends on the board of directors of Merrill, especially Ms. Jill Conway. ... As for If Mr. Smith did a detailed investigation of the CDOs held by Phoenix Bank you just mentioned, he would find that we have hedged every CDO investment. Even if the entire market collapsed, it would not allow Phoenix Bank to operate. There is a systemic risk."


    "In addition, many facts in the past five years have proved that I still have certain experience in investing in the financial field, and I am confident that the company will not suffer excessive losses."


    "Mr. Guo is very kind. Your achievements in the field of financial investment in the past five years can be described as ''brilliant''."


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Does Mr. Smith agree to help me? After this is done, I promise that you will return to Merrill Lynch and become our President and Chief Operating Officer, helping Merrill Lynch regain its lost culture."


    Little Winthrop Smith thought for a moment, then shook his head with a wry smile.


    "Although it''s a bit humiliating to say it now, Mr. Guo''s frankness makes me feel that I shouldn''t hide it. In fact, when I left in 2000, no one on the Merrill Lynch board sent me an email or a call. Phone calls. Including Ms. Jill Conway, who I have worked with for more than 20 years, as you mentioned. And from what I''ve heard, Merrill''s management and board have been completely separated under O''Neal."


    ����In 2000, there were 23 people on the Merrill Lynch executive committee. But after O��Neal became Merrill��s CEO in 2002, 18 people were resigned or left on their own. By 2003, Tom Patrick and Assad Zhaka Ria has also been fired, and Tarry and Komansky, along with Jerry Kenney, the company''s chief strategy adviser, have lost influence over the company."


    "... Now Merrill''s management is all the cronies cultivated by Stan O''Neal. In addition, because Merrill''s stock price has rebounded, the board of directors is also very satisfied with O''Neal''s decision. So, unless you can get O''Neal''s approval, or get the company''s absolute Controlling stake. Otherwise it''s hard to beat him by influencing the board."


    Guo Shouyun frowned. He didn''t expect that Stan O''Neal''s control over Merrill had reached this level.


    "Although I don''t agree with Stan O''Neal''s business strategy, his political skills are really admirable. If it weren''t for the fact that there has never been a black person in the president of the US government, I think he is eligible to run for election, and there is a very high possibility success."


    Looking at his sigh, Guo Shouyun wanted to say that the United States will soon usher in the first black president in the history of the founding of the country. But the thought disappeared as soon as it crossed my mind. Now the most critical is the acquisition of Merrill Lynch.


    "So, if I want to buy Merrill Lynch, I have to find a way to do it in equity?"


    "At least from the current situation at Merrill Lynch!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded knowingly, "Mr. Smith, I am very pleased to meet you today. If I succeed in acquiring Merrill Lynch, I hope you can return to Merrill Lynch to continue your employment."


    "I didn''t help much, you still need me?"


    "Of course! As a descendant of the company''s founder, your return is more representative of the return of Merrill Lynch''s culture. Moreover, your excellent working ability is also what we are interested in."


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for your praise. If you can succeed, I am very willing to continue to serve Merrill Lynch In addition, if Mr. Guo needs to know some internal situation in the process of acquiring Merrill Lynch, I am very happy Provide everything you know."


    "Then let me say thank you in advance. Also, I hope Mr. Smith can keep today''s meeting and what we mentioned before."


    "certainly!"


    After asking Wu Xiaojing to send him away, Guo Shouyun couldn''t help sighing as he watched the distant car shadow: "It seems that there is no chance to win the support of Merrill Lynch''s board of directors."


    Wang Jue nodded in agreement.


    "Is it too risky to let him go like this? If he leaks the news of our secret acquisition of Merrill to O''Neal, I''m afraid all our previous efforts will be in vain."


    "No! Winthrop Smith Jr. has expressed his dissatisfaction with O''Neal on multiple public occasions over the past five years. It is also true that he sold his stake in Merrill. If this hostile attitude is a Performing, then there are not many people who can perform for five years in a row. Especially when he is still a representative of Merrill Lynch conservatives."


    "What are you going to do next?" Wang Jue nodded.


    "Of course we are seeking more shares of Merrill Lynch. It''s just that those major shareholders of Merrill Lynch are all greedy wolves. If we want to settle them, we will have to bleed a lot ourselves." Guo Shouyun said with a headache.


    "I believe that with your ability, even if you lose something now, you will earn it back several times in the future."


    Looking at her smiling face and determined expression, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, his eyes became deep.


    "Time is the best helper!"


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    Ji Hong stayed in New York for a week before leaving. There are still children in the magic capital to take care of, and it is impossible for her to leave for too long. As for the New York side, there is naturally a special person in charge to pay attention to, she only needs to pay attention to the progress and do a good job of inspection.


    And Guo Shouyun took Stephen Bryan to Apple''s headquarters in Cupertino, California. Compared to the amazing spaceship of later generations, the current Apple headquarters is just an ordinary industrial park.


    Guo Shouyun, who has been here many times, can be said to be familiar with the road.


    "Why don''t we go to the R&D area?"


    After following Guo Shouyun into his office at Apple, Stephen Bryan said in surprise.


    "Steve regards the development of the iPhone as his life. The security work in the R&D area is the best he can think of. Therefore, even the chairman of the board cannot bring people in. So we still wait. Well, I''ve already called him."


    Stephen Bryan nodded and sat down on the sofa next to him.


    "By the way, Steve, you should be familiar with it, right?"


    "Apple used to be a Goldman Sachs client, but I don''t have much direct contact with Steve Jobs, so I don''t know much about it. ... As for now, I know Bill better."


    Bill Oppenheimer, Chief Financial Officer of Apple. Apple''s ''401 (K) pension'' asset investment planning, the company''s salary payment, and the company''s liquidity management, the partners are Phoenix Bank. And these questions are basically communicated by Bill Oppenheimer and Phoenix Bank. Naturally, the two sides will not be unfamiliar.


    "...But I heard that Steve Jobs is a stubborn and eccentric guy!"


    Noticing the look in his eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "Geniuses always have temperaments and hobbies that are different from ordinary people. However, such people''s minds are usually not that complicated. As long as you identify his personality traits, getting along with them is not as difficult as the outside world thinks."


    Just as Guo Shouyun finished speaking, footsteps from far to near came from outside.


    "Probably here!"


    Stephen Bryan stood up with Guo Shouyun, and turned his head to look in the direction of the door.


    "boom!"


    The closed door was pushed open directly.


    This rude behavior directly made Stephen Bryan frown. However, Guo Shouyun didn''t care. He was accustomed to Jobs'' self-serving style and personality.


    Looking at the guy wearing a black turtleneck sweater and gold glasses with an excited face on his face, Guo Shouyun opened his arms to meet him.


    After the two sides hugged hard, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Steve, after the surgery, your body is as strong as a bull again."


    "Bruce, my body has always been strong. I was the one who climbed Mount Everest back then!"


    Seeing his smug look, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded. He knew about Jobs'' life, he knew he was a big fan of Zen, and he was a big believer in vegetarianism. After dropping out of Reed College in 1974 and working for Atari for a while, Jobs made a pilgrimage to India. He even shaved his head.


    However, compared with Wang Shi, who actually climbed Mount Everest, Jobs only stayed in Manali town, which is close to Huaxia West Z, India for two weeks, and did not really make the matter of climbing Mount Everest a reality. But that didn''t stop Jobs from bragging about it. After all, only a few people knew the real inside story. The reason why Guo Shouyun knew was that Wendy told him. And Wendy''s source is her best friend, Jobs'' wife Laurena.


    "Steve, this is Stephen Bryan, CEO of Phoenix Bank. Bryan, this is Steve Jobs, CEO of Apple."


    Guo Shouyun introduced the two.


    "Mr. Steve Jobs has always been a big name in the American technology industry. Under your leadership, Apple has launched a series of amazing products, and I am a loyal Apple user. Even now, I still remember my first A computer is Apple''s Apple 2. It''s very good."


    Although I didn''t like Steve Jobs'' rude behavior, it didn''t stop Stephen Bryan from complimenting him with a smile.


    This is Stephen Bryan''s communicative skills and superb emotional intelligence honed over twenty years on Wall Street. Of course, there is also the excellent education he received from a young age.


    Compared with his parents who are just ordinary people, Jobs who has risen from the grassroots and has a somewhat weird personality. Stephen Bryan is one of those children of a traditionally white elite family. Strict family education, aristocratic private schools, and Williams College, the traditional top aristocratic university.


    After graduation, he entered Wall Street. Because of his outstanding contacts, he could quickly gain a firm foothold in investment banking. Then you can get everything that ordinary people need dozens of times of hard work and talent to get.


    Two of the easiest words to describe Jobs and Stephen Bryan. Guo Shouyun will choose ''Phoenix Man'' and ''Gao Fushuai''.


    After holding Stephen''s right hand, Steve Jobs smiled and nodded. After being kicked out of Apple, coupled with the experience of almost returning to Buddha''s arms, it changed Jobs'' character somewhat. Make him less extreme and arrogant.


    "Bill has told me many times about Mr. Bryan''s talent in finance. Especially since you became the CEO of Phoenix Bank, Apple''s wealth management revenue increased by 13%."


    "Getting more capital returns for our clients is what we should be doing."


    After the two complimented each other, they politely released their right hand.


    Guo Shouyun is still very satisfied with their harmonious coexistence.


    "Steve, I brought Stephen this time, mainly to see the development of the iPhone."


    As soon as he finished speaking, Jobs frowned.


    "Don''t worry, Stephen is my own. Besides, I have almost made him sign a non-disclosure agreement. If he discloses the news of the iPhone to the outside world, he will lose all the money he makes in his life to Apple."


    After taking the non-disclosure agreement from Guo Shouyun and reading it, Jobs nodded.


    "Come with me."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and followed Jobs out of the office. The group walked through the corridor and came to Apple''s R&D area.


    "Bruce, you know the rules!" Jobs stopped and said.


    "certainly!"


    After Guo Shouyun nodded, he took out his mobile phone, keychain, etc., and put them in the barcode safe on the side.


    Seeing him like this, Stephen Bryan naturally took out his own things. Matthew, Wang Jue, and Wu Xiaojing are of course the same.


    But this is not the end. After going through two security gates, they really entered the Apple R&D area.


    "It''s getting more and more exciting!"


    Stephen Bryan looked at everything around him and said with excitement.


    Guo Shouyun glanced at him, smiled and said nothing.


    After passing through the security gate is a long corridor. The offices on both sides of the hallway were constantly moving in and out. Jobs came to the end, pushed open the door and walked in. Everyone entered one by one, and in front of them was a room with a size of 150 square meters.


    Not as well-organized as in sci-fi movies, and full of technology. On the contrary, because of the placement of many different types of components, it appears to be a bit messy.


    "Jonathan!"


    Steve shouted, a slightly thin, middle-aged man with a bushy beard on his lower jaw looked up and looked up.


    "Steve! ... Bruce?"


    "Hi Jonathan!"


    Guo Shouyun waved to the other side.


    Jonathan Rubinstein, head of Apple''s hardware R&D department, along with Scott Foster, head of software R&D, and Jonathan Ivey, head of design, called Apple''s troika of core R&D positions.


    "How did you come?"


    Jonathan asked as he put down what was in his hand.


    "I heard that your work has made a breakthrough, so I rushed over to take a look."


    During the time the two were talking, Stephen Bryan kept looking around. Soon he was placed by Jonathan Rubinstein''s hand and attracted his attention with what looked like a cell phone.


    In fact, it wasn''t just him, Guo Shouyun also saw it.


    "This is the finished product you made?"


    Guo Shouyun asked while looking at the phone on the table, the size of an adult''s slap, with a black casing but a thickness of nearly two centimeters.


    After nodding, Jonathan Rubinstein excitedly picked up the black phone on the table, opened the button and handed it to Guo Shouyun.


    "Multi-touch technology, one-key return technology, manual page turning technology, we have all achieved it."


    After getting it in his hand, Guo Shouyun looked at this silly, black and thick iPhone that looked more like a brick than a mobile phone. Although very primitive, a pass-through screen, different from a button phone, has begun to take shape. Guo Shouyun tried multi-touch technology, one-key return technology, and manual page-turning technology, but it didn''t feel very smooth. The software in the mobile phone goes back and forth, and there are only a dozen or so of them are Apple''s own products.


    Of course, to be able to do this is very good.


    "When will the thickness of the iPhone be reduced to only a quarter of its thickness. We can officially launch the market."


    "Steve said the same thing. But with the current level of hardware development, I''m afraid we won''t be able to do it in a short time."


    "I''d rather wait. I don''t want to put a flawed product on the market!" Jobs affirmed.


    Guo Shouyun nodded in appreciation.


    "If Apple wants to lead the development of the consumer electronics industry in the future, of course, it must strive for perfection and bring the most perfect products to the market!"


    Jonathan Rubinstein shrugged. The two bosses said so, of course he would not object.


    "Boss, can you show it to me?"


    "certainly!"


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    "If Apple wants to lead the development of the consumer electronics industry in the future, of course, it must strive for perfection and bring the most perfect products to the market!"


    Jonathan Rubinstein shrugged. The two bosses said so, of course he would not object.


    "Boss, can you show it to me?"


    "certainly!"


    After learning the charm of this iPhone prototype through the simple demonstrations by Guo Shouyun and Jonathan Rubinstein, Stephen Bryan''s eyes were full of anticipation and excitement, as if he had picked up something precious and incredible, all the Actions are revealing a cautious.


    "Unbelievable, this is amazing, what an epoch-making product!"


    Under Jonathan''s guidance, as he learned more and more about the functions of the phone, the more interjections in Stephen Bryan''s mouth, the more shocked his face became.


    After Guo Shouyun and Steve Jobs looked at each other, proud smiles appeared on their faces at the same time. But compared to Jobs, he felt that he had developed a product that changed the entire mobile phone industry. Guo Shouyun is proud that he has turned Apple into his own pocket.


    "Bruce, Mr. Jobs, Apple has developed a great product. I believe that once this phone is launched, it will profoundly change the current global mobile phone industry."


    After taking a deep breath and calming down his excitement, Stephen Bryan was still speechless.


    "That''s what we''re looking forward to as well."


    "Then when will it be launched on the market?" Stephen asked immediately.


    "I can''t provide Mr. Bryan with the exact time, because the development progress is restricted by hardware. But I think it should be no more than two years before the launch." Jobs said after a moment of indulgence.


    "Two years? Why? Isn''t there a finished product now?"


    Stephen raised his hand and gestured to the prototype iPhone in his hand.


    "This is just a test machine we made to verify the multi-touch technology that has just been developed. It is too big and too thick compared to a full-fledged mobile phone."


    "The epoch-making products are not always mature products when they are first introduced to the market. The Motorola 3200 is so much larger than this prototype, and it is not successful. Apple can launch the market first, and then step by step. Improve!"


    Motorola 3200 is the big brother that Chinese people often say. A typical representative of stupid, black and rough, but it has changed the pattern of the communication industry and profoundly affected the social way of modern society.


    Jobs shook his head, "When the Motorola 3200 was launched, there was nothing in the market that could compete with them. But now it''s different, there are many small and excellent mobile phones. If we can''t surpass them in industrial design and user experience, Then it will not be enough to disrupt the entire mobile phone industry. The impression of Apple''s reformers will not be deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. ... Mr. Brian, the iPhone means more than money to us, but to stand in the hearts of everyone in the world that Apple is the world''s top company. It is a geek in the technology industry! It is a disruptor of the industry! It also represents the future of technology!"


    Looking at Jobs'' proud and confident expression, Stephen Bryan took a deep breath and exclaimed: "Mr. Jobs'' pattern is deeper and broader than I imagined."


    "Actually, Bruce helped me a lot with this. He''s the real designer for Apple''s strategic planning!"


    Stephen Bryan nodded and smiled: "The Age of Intelligence is regarded as a standard by the global technology community."


    Guo Shouyun did not deny the praise of the two.


    "Let''s go out and talk and leave this to Jonathan! He doesn''t like wasting time listening to us chat."


    Jonathan Rubinstein shrugged. As a typical engineering man, in addition to the women he is interested in, he prefers to roam in the world of hardware.


    Everyone nodded, left the Apple R&D area, and came to the small park next to it. As we all know, Jobs has always liked an open work environment, and enough space to relax. Therefore, there will always be a part of the park surrounded by green trees around Apple''s headquarters.


    Of course, in addition to Jobs, this has also become the favorite place for Apple employees to come to when they take a break. Occasionally, some company executives put their own business meetings here. Therefore, when a group of people came over, although the place was quiet, it was not empty.


    "Steve, how''s the iPhone chip development going?"


    After acquiring the chip divisions of ARM and Ruby, and obtaining some baseband patents from Qualcomm, Apple, which has greatly enhanced its own research and development capabilities, began to develop its first mobile chip.


    "It''s still in the experimental stage, and it will take a long time to launch the market."


    "Can it catch up with the iPhone launch?"


    "Ross assured me there was no problem."


    Ross Parker, head of Apple''s chip division. Now ARM no longer exists as a separate subsidiary, but is integrated into Apple, and like the hardware department and software department, it has become the chip department directly under the leadership of Jobs. The British company was changed to Apple''s British chip research and development department.


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly.


    Because of the foundation of ARM and the addition of the original chip department of Ruby, the current Apple chip department is not starting from scratch.


    Therefore, the design requirements for iPhone mobile chips will naturally be much higher than the previous generation.


    After more than four years of development, Apple''s chip division has developed two versions of the chip licensed to mobile devices such as mobile phones around the world.


    A1 chip design standard is 90nm process, ARM926 CPU architecture, 125 Hz core frequency.


    The A2 chip design standard is 90nm process, ARM11 CPU architecture, 220Hz core frequency, WCDMA, GMS baseband.


    The performance of the A3 chip under development is naturally higher than that of the A2. The 65nm process, the single-core A8CPU architecture that is still under development, the core frequency of 600 Hz, and the GPU and memory that have not been added in the past will also become necessities. The baseband adopts WCDMA, GMS.


    Because there were too many steps between A2 and A3 at once, it also led to the difficult production of the A3 chip. Especially GPU, whether it is giants such as Intel, ATI, NVIDIA, or small and medium-sized GPU companies such as PowerVR, most of their energy is now on the PC market, and the GPU architecture based on mobile chips is far from meeting the needs of Apple''s iPhone.


    Therefore, the GPU required by the A3 chip is now being developed by Apple itself. Of course, the acquisition is inevitable. It''s just that it did not touch those giants that were difficult to acquire, but only integrated some small GPU companies with outstanding R&D strength. Moreover, Apple is not preparing to develop a GPU architecture on the PC side, but only for the mobile side. This can relatively save energy and improve the speed of research and development.


    As for memory, we can only wait for Toshiba, Micron, and Texas Instruments to make breakthroughs. After all, no one of the global chip companies can dominate the world. Samsung claims to be one-stop mobile phone manufacturing, but it also uses ARM''s CPU architecture.


    According to the development strategy of Apple''s chips agreed by Guo Shouyun and Jobs, the CPU and GPU architectures were developed by themselves, and the memory and baseband were patented by others. This also means that the famous Qualcomm tax in later generations is definitely inevitable. But fortunately, after Ruby acquired the CPU department of Juji, and Ruby transferred its chip department to Apple, the CDMA patents are all ready, which can undoubtedly take some initiative in negotiating with Qualcomm.


    "Steve, judging from Apple''s Q3 data, the margin between Apple''s retail stores and distributors has nearly doubled. So I think we should further increase the size of retail stores. Also, it''s good for Apple to maintain reputation, increase revenue, reduce unnecessary conflicts, especially user experience.��


    In the third quarter of 2004, Apple''s total sales revenue was $2.139 billion, including $1.253 billion in the US and $856 million in the international segment. Among them, the sales revenue of iPad, iBook and iMac series hardware products accounted for 71.3%. Among them, the revenue of directly-operated stores accounts for 33.5% of the total revenue of hardware sales, and the average quarterly revenue of a single store exceeds 12 million US dollars.


    This shows the importance of offline direct sales stores to Apple''s sales. Moreover, Guo Shouyun still has a deep memory of the struggle of offline sales channels by many mobile phone manufacturers in China in later generations.


    Huaxia, the world''s number one in Internet sales, is still like this. The importance of offline channels in the United States, Europe, Japan and other countries does not need to be said.


    "Bruce, now we have 157 direct-operated stores in the US, Japan and Europe, which is a lot. And we also need time to find the right stores and train qualified salespeople. After all, Apple is a technology company, not a super company. In addition to our better service quality, Apple''s employees must have good professional quality and level. In addition, the reason why Apple''s direct-operated stores are now more profitable than distributors. In addition to our better service quality, it is more important that the relatively broad market in large cities provides Apple with enough customers."


    "If we expand direct-sale stores to small and medium-sized cities, and the sales market will shrink, it will inevitably increase the cost of sales, especially the cost of human resources. Therefore, the best way is to set up direct-sale stores in big cities and transfer sales in small and medium-sized cities. To the distributor agent."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Instead of agents, I hope that Apple should cultivate franchisees by itself. This will facilitate our comprehensive management of the image, service and design of all Apple stores."


    "I''ll consider this matter." Jobs nodded after a moment of indulgence.


    "You two, Apple is doing well and has a bright future, have you considered bringing it back to market?" Stephen Bryan asked.


    He is the CEO of Phoenix Company, and naturally he has to consider the problem from the perspective of Phoenix. If Apple IPOs, with its annual sales revenue of $8.279 billion, a return on total assets of 4%, cash flow of $5.456 billion, and total assets of $8.087 billion, it will undoubtedly become the new darling of Wall Street. Phoenix Bank, the underwriter, will also make a fortune from Apple''s listing.


    "Listed?"


    After Guo Shouyun and Jobs looked at each other, they shook their heads.


    For Guo Shouyun, when Apple''s iPhone has not been successfully developed and the company''s position in the smartphone industry has been completely established, he will not consider relisting Apple.


    As for Jobs, in the 1980s when he was kicked out of the company he founded, he was fed up with the board''s control over him. Money, he is not short of now. I don''t want a board of directors pointing fingers at him above my head.


    Not everyone can fit his understanding of future technology like Guo Shouyun, can make accurate and valuable suggestions for the future development of Apple, and give him complete management rights of the company.


    "Why? Doesn''t Apple''s development, especially R&D, need to invest more capital?" Stephen Bryan said.


    "Stephen, Apple is not short of money." Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Yes, we''re not interested in going public!" Jobs agreed.


    Looking at the firm expressions on the faces of the two Bosses who hold the power to manage and operate Apple, Stephen Bryan sighed helplessly.


    "Okay, just pretend I didn''t say it!"


    Stephen Bryan shrugged.


    "Stephen, now you have seen Apple''s new product. Now what do you think of what we discussed before?"


    "I will sell BlackBerry and Intel as soon as possible."


    Stephen Bryan answered affirmatively. Although Apple''s iPhone is still only a prototype, it already has the prototype of an epoch-making communication product. In contrast, no matter how advanced BlackBerry''s key-press mobile phone technology is, it will inevitably be eliminated.


    "Not just BlackBerry, but also the stakes in Motorola, Nokia, all of the mobile phone companies that our asset management division and wealth management division hold."


    Stephen Bryan nodded.


    Guo Shouyun looked at the time, "It''s almost evening. It''s rare for us to get together and call the executives who have nothing to do with the company tonight. Let''s have a meal together."


    "I have no opinion!" Stephen Bryan said.


    Jobs also nodded immediately.


    "Where are we going? Avenue?"


    Avenue is the name of a restaurant 2 Michelin star restaurant and Apple''s favorite place to go from top to bottom.


    "I miss the steak and French-style foie gras there." Guo Shouyun laughed.


    There is no need to say much about the dinner party in the evening. Apple executives, including him and Stephen, are family members. It is impossible to play late and play so many tricks like the executives of Google and Ruby. So, everyone sat together for a simple chat, communicated about work and feelings, and then left at around 9 o''clock in the evening.


    After arranging Stephen Bryan in the Hanshan Courtyard, Guo Shouyun returned to his home.


    The two little ones, Elizabeth and George, had already gone to bed, and only Wendy was waiting for him while reading on the bed in the bedroom.


    It was late November and Wendy''s belly was already pregnant and huge.


    "why are not you sleeping?"


    "Waiting for you. Besides, it''s not too late now!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and kissed her forehead lightly, then glanced at the books on the bedside table next to him.


    ""Scietik Prenatal Education 40 Weeks", didn''t you read this book?"


    "Since I got pregnant, I feel that my memory is much worse than before, so I have to read it several times so as not to miss any key details."


    Seeing her serious look, Guo Shouyun suddenly laughed.


    "why are you laughing?"


    "I suddenly remembered a sentence: the first child is raised according to the book, and the second child is raised as a pig! When a woman is pregnant, the first child is always careful and follows the book, for fear of doing something wrong. When the second child is born, there are Once you get the experience, it doesn''t matter."


    "yes?"


    "You''ll know when we have our second child."


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    I really regret that I wrote this book when my head was hot. I never expected that writing a commercial novel would require so much research. And a lot of information is not available on the Internet, or is incomplete, you need to buy books to read. It is no exaggeration to say that there are more than 100 books on finance, business history and biography on my bookshelf. On average, to write a chapter of a 3000-word novel requires at least 50 online sources.


    I write for eight hours a day, and half of my time is spent looking up materials.


    And the more information I checked and the more books I read, the more I felt that the previous writing was full of loopholes, and I also made a lot of plot design mistakes.


    Therefore, after careful consideration, I hereby open a single chapter to explain, I, want, major, repair, it. And start from scratch, change chapter by chapter.


    Because it is necessary to maintain stable updates, the speed of modification will not be too fast. It will cause differences in the data and plot before and after, please understand.


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    Chapter seven hundred and twenty nine sorting out assets


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    "why are you laughing?"


    "I suddenly remembered a sentence: the first child is raised according to the book, and the second child is raised as a pig! When a woman is pregnant, the first child is always careful and follows the book, for fear of doing something wrong. When the second child is born, there are Once you get the experience, it doesn''t matter."


    "yes?"


    "You''ll know when we have our second child."


    "Maybe. But for every child, I give them the same love."


    Looking at her determined expression, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded, his eyes focused on her bulging belly again.


    "Wendy, I''ve already thought about my son''s name."


    With Guo Shouyun''s energy, it is naturally easy to figure out the gender of his child.


    "Really?" Wendy''s eyes lit up.


    "William, William Solo Guo. The Chinese name is Guo Ruishan." Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "William Solo Guo? Guo Ruishan?"


    "Like it?"


    Wendy nodded, "Little William must be a man as good as his father in the future!"


    "In the future, we will cultivate him into an excellent man together!"


    "Um!"


    The night was spent while the two snuggled up and chatted with each other warmly.


    The next day, after playing with the two children for a while, and watching them reluctantly be taken by the teacher to early morning education, Guo Shouyun packed up and came to the Hanshan Courtyard.


    Compared to his home, this is his real office.


    Stephen Bryan, who lives here, got up early. After Guo Shouyun arrived, after exercising and having breakfast, he also found him.


    "When are you going to go back to New York?"


    "Tomorrow!" After a pause, Stephen continued, "Bruce, there is something I want to discuss with you."


    "What''s up?"


    "Blackberry mobile phones are developing well, although in the long run there is no value to continue to hold. But at least from the perspective of the current mobile phone industry structure, it is indeed a high-quality asset. If it is fully cashed out, it will take a long time, and it will not be possible. Get the highest return. So I think we can work around it and sell our entire holdings and get some of the premium.��


    Guo Shouyun was interested, "If it is possible, this is of course a good choice. But now the market value of BlackBerry phones exceeds 20 billion US dollars, if the shares we hold plus a premium, it will be at least 13.5-15 billion US dollars, such a large amount of money can be It is not something that a small company can provide. Even equity investment funds such as Blackstone and Carlyle may not be able to provide so much money.��


    "Of course not financial institutions like Blackstone, Carlyle, Goldman Sachs, these guys are masters of negotiation, and we can''t get too high a premium."


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement, "Then who do you want to sell to?"


    "Microsoft or Cisco!"


    "Microsoft and Cisco?"


    ��Last year at the annual Wall Street Entrepreneurs Conference, Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer asked me about the possibility of Microsoft buying BlackBerry? I turned it down at the time. As for Cisco, its CEO John Chambers They have been considering expanding new businesses to expand the company''s revenue channels and reverse the trauma caused by the Nasdaq crisis. The rapid development of BlackBerry is a huge temptation for them."


    ����Of course, we could have other options. But right now, Microsoft and Cisco seem to be the best fit. They have enough interest and enough liquidity to complete this acquisition.��


    "If you think it''s appropriate, then do it." Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it for a moment and then nodded, "I''m afraid that after Apple''s new mobile phone is exposed, we will face legal proceedings."


    "It''s none of our business. They can''t adapt to the new changes in the industry themselves. Even if it''s a lawsuit, the court won''t accept it." Stephen Bryan shrugged.


    An investment banker, he has always put his own interests first, and Microsoft and Cisco are not customers of Phoenix Bank.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, he didn''t care either. With their current status, Bill Gates and John Chambers pose little threat.


    "By the way, how do we use the funds from the sale of BlackBerry?" Stephen Bryan asked.


    "You haven''t thought about it?"


    "Of course I thought about it. But your return on investment is significantly higher than mine, and the BlackBerry is the best example. So why should I not consult with a better option?" Stephen said of course.


    "All right!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after thinking for a moment, "In addition to BlackBerry, Phoenix''s equity investment is mainly concentrated in the pharmaceutical industry, technology industry and food industry. Among them, Gilead Sciences 14.8%, Amgen 12.9%, Qualcomm 16.8%, Intel 4.5%, Broadcom 5.9%, Nvidia 14.8%, AMD 11.4%, TSMC 3.4%, Starbucks 5.4%, Oracle 3.4%, InBev 15.7%. In order to facilitate our management, equity investment companies should not be too many, nor should they be too scattered.��


    "So my thinking is, UUkanshu , after selling stakes in BlackBerry, Intel and AMD, increased its holdings of Broadcom, TSMC, Starbucks and Oracle to bring our stake to more than 10%. Increase Phoenix Bank in influence on its board."


    Guo Shouyun didn''t talk about the Internet, because the real Internet giants have long been in his pocket. The remaining Tomato.com, Owl, etc. have also become the Phoenix Venture Capital Department, which is the key investment target of VC, and there is no need for equity investment.


    Stephen Bryan nodded, "I think we should also choose an investment among Sharp, Epson and Samsung Electronics. As the main suppliers of global mobile phone panels, each of them has a share of more than 10% in the international market. "If Apple''s new phone goes on sale, the demand for phone panels will undoubtedly surge, which in turn will drive the stock prices of these three companies up."


    Looking at his serious expression, Guo Shouyun realized that Apple''s new mobile phone really gave Stephen Bryan a huge impact. Let him start consciously planning ahead in this regard.


    "Although Sharp, Epson and Samsung all produce panels, Sharp''s main business is home appliances, Epson is office equipment, and only Samsung''s main business is semiconductors. So we invested in Samsung."


    Stephen Bryan nodded.


    "Gilead Sciences, Amgen, Qualcomm, Broadcom, Nvidia, TSMC, Starbucks, Oracle, InBev and Samsung, two pharmaceutical companies, six technology companies, two food companies, these ten companies are the future shares of Phoenix Group. investment focus.��


    Although there are only ten companies, if the investment is completed, the assets under management of the PE arm of Phoenix Bank will exceed 90 billion US dollars. Among them, 33.2% are the own assets of Phoenix Bank, which can be counted as its core capital.


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    Chapter 730 Thunder Fund


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    After discussing the future development direction and steps of Phoenix Bank with Guo Shouyun, Stephen Bryan left San Francisco the next morning.


    Around the low hills extending from the San Francisco Peninsula, Hanshan Bieyuan has built three different manors in the east, west and rear. The three courtyards are divided into different parts by a mound about fifty meters high and surrounded by green trees, which are connected with each other by a surrounding hardened road.


    After five years of construction, Guo Shouyun, the brain that controls his global business empire, not only has a beautiful environment, but also has become a place with higher security than the US military base.


    Especially in the backyard of Hanshan Bieyuan, the three major institutions of Bruce Foundation, Guo Family Foundation and Thunder Foundation, plus Guo Shouyun''s office location, the security level is strict, and even a fly and mosquito don''t want to fly in, but it''s not much different. Every year Guo Shouyun invests more than 5 million US dollars in it, which is naturally infallible.


    The front building of the backyard of Hanshan Bieyuan, the office area of ??Thunder Fund.


    Zhang Shaoling, the head of the Solomon department, Qin Zhicheng, the head of the Centaur department, Michael Barry, the head of the descendants capital, John Lu Simi, the head of the unicorn department, and four core members of the Thunder Fund are sitting next to Guo Shouyun.


    After reading all the financial statements, Guo Shouyun nodded with satisfaction.


    "You have done a very good job. The net return rate of 23.4% in the third quarter outperformed almost all investment institutions in the world. The total assets of the fund climbed to 119 billion US dollars! Own capital accounted for 21.9%, reaching 26.061 billion US dollars. Therefore, from Are you free today?"


    The four looked at each other, and John Lusmi tentatively asked, "What do you mean?"


    "Why, don''t you think it''s too crowded here?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    With his complete decentralization and the continuous expansion of the fund scale, Zhang Shaoling and the others need more and more analysts, traders, lawyers and other professionals. Today, the official employees of the entire Thunder Fund have exceeded 600 people. Letting them squeeze into the office area of ??less than 2,000 square meters in the front building of Hanshan Bieyuan is really not worthy of their achievements.


    "You mean we can move the office to another place?" Zhang Shaoling asked in surprise.


    "What, do you really want to leave?"


    "This, haha!"


    Facing the deep eyes of the big boss, Zhang Shaoling shrank his neck and smiled embarrassingly. But even so, his expression said it all.


    In fact, it''s not just him, except for Michael Barry, who is withdrawn by nature, no one likes the backyard of Hanshan Courtyard, which is strictly managed and has to go through two or three inspections.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Okay, I won''t tease you." He picked up a document and handed it to the four of them, "A total of 8,600 square meters of office space on the sixth, seventh, and eighth third floors of the Pan American Pyramid Building, Xiaojing has already helped you. It''s negotiated, you pay the rent yourself, and move the company over this weekend."


    "Pan American, this is the CBD of San Francisco, the boss is really willing!" Zhang Shaoling laughed.


    "You earn the left and right. Of course, if you don''t like it, I can choose another location for you."


    Including Michael Barry, the four shook their heads in unison.


    For a private equity investment institution, the corporate headquarters is the face of the company. If you tell a new client that I am a top 10 private equity investment firm in the United States, but the company is headquartered in a fringe area of ??the city, how can you convince others that you have the strength of the top 10?


    This is why large companies, especially financial institutions, like to locate their headquarters in the core business districts of cities.


    "Okay, I called you here today, mainly about the relocation of the headquarters of the Thunder Fund. If you have no problem, you can leave now to prepare." Guo Shouyun said.


    After the four of them looked at each other, Qin Zhicheng said, "In terms of investment, do you have any medicine to explain?"


    In normal times, Guo Shouyun will communicate with them about the investment focus of the next stage, the positions of gold, oil and futures, as well as the warning line and so on.


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "The reason why you are allowed to leave here is because you already have enough ability. I don''t need to say anything else, you can also complete the investment very well. Therefore, unless there is a big , or if I have any major actions that need your cooperation, otherwise I will not interfere with the operation of the Thunder Fund. In addition, starting today, Solomon, Unicorn, Centaur and Descendants Capital are the four sub-funds of the Thunder Fund. , you are responsible for your respective companies and enjoy independent jurisdiction. In the future, how you develop and how much you get in return depends on you."


    The four of them looked at each other and were silent for a while.


    "Why, how to hold more power and have more autonomy over your own business, isn''t this what you have been longing for? Now that you have it, why have you become silent instead?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "It was so sudden, I was completely unprepared!"


    Qin Zhicheng said.


    The three nodded in agreement.


    "Well, just get used to it." After speaking, Guo Shouyun stood up and started chasing people, "Okay, go back and prepare if you have nothing to do. I have other work here waiting for me to do."


    "Boss, I have a question here that needs your consent."


    Michael Barry said suddenly.


    The crowd looked at him in surprise, accustomed to the withdrawn Michael Barry being silent in group meetings. It''s a little surprising to speak suddenly now.


    Guo Shouyun also said in surprise: "It''s rare that you take the initiative to speak up, what''s the matter?"


    "I plan to sell all the gold, futures and other assets held by Sunshine Capital."


    "why?"


    "The U.S. real estate market is developing very fast, and I want to put my money into CDOs and CDS bonds based on real estate loans."


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes narrowed slightly as he looked at the man standing in front of him with a stern expression in silence. He knew the name Michael Barry because of the subprime mortgage crisis that shook the global economy three years later. During this crisis, his Descendants Capital doubled its net gain. Although the scale of Descendants Capital is limited, it is not comparable to the well-capitalized Goldman Sachs, but only in terms of net return on investment, Descendants Capital far exceeds Goldman Sachs Don''t you think it is still a bit early? "Guo Shouyun pondered for a while, then suddenly raised his head and asked.


    "Earlier, you have a better chance!"


    Michael Barry shows a serious wit.


    Based on his knowledge of Michael Barry, Guo Shouyun is better than Qin Zhicheng, Zhang Shaoling and John Lu Simi in terms of financial talent. This can be seen from the 44.7% net return of Sunshine Capital in the first three quarters of this year.


    If it weren''t for the fact that he limited the size of the fund of Sunshine Capital he managed to US$5 billion, then the Thunder Fund would have made the most money and had the highest rate of return.


    "I agree. But you have to figure out how to explain it to your client!"


    Michael Barry nodded. In fact, needless to say, just looking at the money he has made for these clients over the past few years is enough to convince them of his investment sense.


    Qin Zhicheng, Zhang Shaoling and John Lu Simi, who saw the full name of the conversation between the two, showed a look of thought on their faces. They are all experienced top financial elites. It is possible to analyze some different news from the conversation between the two. But they didn''t even ask. After all, although everyone is a colleague, they are also competitors of each other who manage a fund. The matter of picking people''s teeth and wisdom, unless it is profitable, no one wants to.


    Watching the four of them leave in turn, Guo Shouyun touched his chin and smiled and said, "I really look forward to their next performance. However, that''s for the future. Without Lei Ting here, the backyard of Hanshan Bieyuan would be much quieter."


    "Boss, we should go!"


    Wang Jue came over and reminded.


    "Almost forgot!" Guo Shouyun turned around and walked out of the room after taking the coat that Wang Jue handed over and putting it on.


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 v2 Chapter 731： unexpected change

    Chapter 731 Unexpected Changes


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    1078 California Avenue, Palo Alto, is a two-story commercial office area covering an area of ??5,000 square meters. It has moved here since Tesla was acquired by Guo Shouyun. The first floor is for the research and development of electric vehicles, and the second floor is for the research and development of vehicle batteries.


    "squeak��!"


    With the sound of the brakes, Guo Shouyun walked down from the test car that Tesla had just developed.


    "The handling and stability are good. However, as a high-end sports car, its acceleration performance from 100 kilometers to 100 kilometers is still less than 5 seconds, which is still unqualified. In addition, the trip of 250 kilometers on a single charge is still a bit short."


    After Martin Ahbard nodded, "As for the acceleration problem caused by the gearbox, we are currently developing a multi-pole motor. However, there is no systematic research and development between the high-voltage and high-power electronic control system and the coordination of the gearbox, and there is currently no such aspect in the world. We can only do research and development from scratch, which will take time to resolve.��


    "As for vehicle mileage, we are currently using the world''s most advanced vehicle batteries. Unless we can make breakthroughs in battery technology, it will be difficult to increase the mileage on a single charge."


    "So, it also takes time. And of course enough money!"


    Guo Shouyun''s tone did not know whether he was happy or angry, and Martin Ahmed nodded silently in his ears.


    "How far has our own battery technology been developed now?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "1.7AH!"


    AH means the number of hours and is an indicator of battery capacity. Its meaning is the discharge time according to the specified current, and the battery with the same voltage has a large capacity with a large number of ampere hours.


    "It seems that you have made a big breakthrough in battery research and development during this time."


    Although this data is far less than the battery performance ten years later. But now, it has been called advanced. Nowadays, the mainstream car battery capacity in the world is around 12V/1.5AH.


    "But we still can''t solve the wear and tear of lithium batteries in low temperature environments."


    The wear and tear of lithium batteries at low temperatures, especially below zero degrees Celsius, could not be solved even before Guo Shouyun crossed, let alone now. Moreover, electric vehicles are just beginning to sprout, and the batteries used in vehicles are mostly lead-acid batteries. Lead and its oxides are made as electrode materials, and sulfuric acid solution is used as electrolyte. It has the advantage of low cost, but the disadvantage is also obvious, low energy density and short service life. Therefore, in the next few years, except for electric bicycles, which are still in use, vehicle batteries are basically eliminated.


    Then there is the nickel-metal hydride battery. The positive electrode is a nickel-hydrogen compound, and the negative electrode is a metal hydride. Compared with lead-acid batteries, its energy density and number of charge and discharge are greatly improved, and the electrolyte is non-flammable and safe. The manufacturing process Mature, BYD was the world''s second largest manufacturer of nickel-metal hydride batteries before it built cars. However, because the charging efficiency of nickel-metal hydride batteries is general, there is charging and memory effect, and high-voltage fast charging cannot be used, it is not suitable for the single power source of the car, and is suitable for assisting the engine to work.


    Now, because the technology of lithium batteries for vehicles is not mature, including lead-acid batteries and nickel-metal hydride batteries, the three have different vehicle battery companies and institutions for research and development. However, with the prior knowledge of Guo Shouyun, he has already reversed the research and development direction of Tesla and Xiangtorch''s vehicle batteries to the field of lithium batteries.


    However, although they are both his companies, the research and development directions of the two companies are not the same. Hunan Torch developed a lithium iron phosphate battery, while Tesla developed a ternary material battery.


    Compared with lithium titanate, lithium manganate and lithium cobaltate batteries, lithium iron sulfate and ternary material batteries have the advantage of low cost because they do not use rare metals in positive and negative electrode materials, and have gradually become the widest choice for vehicle batteries. .


    As for how to make up for the disadvantages of lithium batteries, and to further develop solid-state lithium batteries, it is still too early to choose graphene batteries or hydrogen fuel cells.


    "Technology research and development takes time! Step by step, first improve the energy density and service life of lithium batteries."


    Martin Ahbard nodded and glanced at the big boss''s face, "We... our research and development funds are somewhat insufficient."


    He is a little lacking in confidence, because since Guo Shouyun acquired Tesla, he has burned more than 20 million US dollars in research and development, but he has not seen any results for more than a year. The most important thing is that the burning of money will continue, and when and how much it will burn, Martin Ahbard has no idea.


    However, Guo Shouyun doesn''t seem to care about Tesla burning money. After listening to his words, his expression remained unchanged: "In the afternoon, I will ask someone to call the company''s finances 30 million US dollars, and the research and development of new cars and lithium batteries should not stop."


    "Yes!"


    Martin Ahbard, who was relieved, nodded quickly.


    "Okay, I''m leaving. Remember to notify me of any new achievements!"


    After the inspection of Tesla was completed, Guo Shouyun left. But when he returned to the Hanshan Courtyard, the first thing that greeted him was not good news.


    "Boss, I just received a call from Richard Grubman. He declined your invitation. He doesn''t want to leave the Maersk Group to become the CEO of Universal. He apologizes to you." Wang Jue hurried in with his mobile phone in hand. road.


    Years of business experience have made Guo Shouyun calm. Even the sudden receipt of such bad news did not cause him to lose his composure.


    "Do you know why?"


    "I don''t know yet." Wang Jue shook his head.


    "Give me the phone!"


    Guo Shouyun''s work phone is usually kept by Wang Jue.


    After receiving it, I found Richard Grubman''s phone and dialed it. It didn''t take long to get connected, but it was not Grubman who was waiting for him, but the latter''s assistant.


    "Mr. Guo, I''m sorry. Mr. Grubman is in a meeting."


    "I have something very important to find him, and I hope to talk to him on the phone now."


    "I''m very sorry, Mr. Guo. It is an internal Maersk policy that no one can answer the phone during a meeting. Mr. Grubman, as a member of the executive committee, must also abide by this rule."


    "Then when will he leave the meeting?" Guo Shouyun asked after a moment of silence.


    "It''s not clear. But Maersk''s Monday office will be very long, and it''s normal to be open until 22:00."


    "Okay, I understand! You tell Grubman, I respect his choice. I hope there will be opportunities for cooperation in the future. That''s it!"


    Guo Shouyun hung up the phone before giving the other party time to answer. He didn''t say anything threatening, and with his current status, talking about such hooligan words when children were fighting would have no effect at all except to be laughable and generous.


    If you really want to make Richard Grubman regret, the best way is to develop Universal into the world''s largest logistics company.


    Of course, now Guo Shouyun wants to understand the reason why Richard Grubman changed his mind halfway. You must know that when he was in the UK, he had already agreed to be the CEO of Universal Corporation. This time he met Maersk headquarters in Denmark to resign.


    "Get Will!"


    Wang Jue nodded and left quickly. Not long after, a thin, wiry young man in a black suit with glasses and not-so-big eyes walked in.


    Will Harrington, Director of Guo Shouyun''s Information Management Department, collects, compiles and analyzes business intelligence and information from around the world for him.


    In the four years since the establishment of the Ministry of Information Management, the latter has established 37 large databases according to different countries, and different databases are divided into different subsystems according to business, politics and personalities. Different subsystems will continue to be enriched according to social development.


    Today, more than 100 people in the entire Information Management Department are analyzing, summarizing, and building files according to mainstream newspapers around the world every day. Let this huge information management department continue to improve.


    As the data analysis model of the Information Management Department becomes more and more accurate, the content becomes more and more abundant. It has increasingly become an indispensable institution for Guo Shouyun''s decision-making.


    Knowing the enemy and knowing yourself can be invincible in a hundred battles. Guo Shouyun has never been less invested in the information management department.


    "boss!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said directly: "Has there been any major changes in Maersk?"


    He asked himself that the treatment of Richard Grubman was not low. And on such a basis, he can still overturn his previous decision, there must be a greater temptation waiting for him. And this temptation is most likely the CEO of Maersk.


    "There is no such news yet. However, the Danish "Izvestia" exposed an unconfirmed news two days ago. Maersk CEO West Martin, and chairman of the board Jim Hagerman quarreled at the board meeting A fight. The former greeted the latter''s mother, and the two sides fought a lot. Of course, when confronted by reporters, both sides denied the content of the news report and said that there was no problem with their friendship. But from the exposure Judging from some of the videos of each other, their subtle facial expressions appear stiff when referring to each other, so it is certain that there must be something wrong with their relationship. But whether it is as big as the "Izvestia" exposed at the board meeting The shot, it is still uncertain for the time being.��


    There are not only psychology experts, but also micro-expression experts in the Information Management Department. So Guo Shouyun did not doubt Will Harrington''s analysis.


    "If this is true, then everything makes sense." Guo Shouyun nodded and whispered.


    According to his knowledge, Maersk chairman Jim Hagerman holds a 13.5% stake in the company. And because of West Martin''s strong leadership style, the relationship between the two sides has not been very friendly. Last year, news broke that the two sides had a row at the company''s annual meeting Although it was the same as this time, both sides denied each other''s media reports. But if you look carefully, you will find that wherever there is West Martin, there is definitely no Jim Hageman. Unless it''s the kind of situation where both parties must be present, such as a board meeting.


    "Boss, the things you asked me to pay attention to have changed." Will Harrington handed a stack of photos to Guo Shouyun.


    After taking it over, Guo Shouyun frowned more and more tightly. He didn''t calm down until after turning over and letting out a long breath.


    "Isn''t anyone found out?"


    "We used state-of-the-art equipment and filmed by people who have been in the business for many years, so the whole process was safe."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, scanned the photo in his hand, and after a moment of indifference, "Continue to pay attention to this matter, and don''t make any public announcements for the time being."


    "clear!"


    After waving Will Harrington to leave, looking at the photo in his hand, Guo Shouyun''s expression became heavy.

 v2 Chapter 732： Liu Zhixings proposal for integration

    Chapter 732: Liu Zhixing''s Integration Proposal


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    "Boss, the negotiations with Comscart are still deadlocked, both parties want to get 51% of the new company and keep the CEO position in their hands, so there is no new progress. "


    The next day, in Guo Shouyun''s office in the Hanshan Courtyard, Buddy Morris, CEO of Matrix Holdings, was reporting to Guo Shouyun the results of the negotiations with Conscart on the projector.


    "You reply to Comscat, the controlling stake of the new company can be handed over to them, but we must get the CEO position of the new company. Otherwise, the two companies are of the same size. When the matrix company is developing well in the media field, we can rely on Why give them all the initiative?" Guo Shouyun thought for a moment and then said.


    "Do we suffer too much? In fact, we can ask for 51% of the equity, and then cede the CEO position to Conscart."


    "Buddy, I promised you that if the two sides merge, I will make you the CEO of the new company. I don''t want to break my promise." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Boss... Actually, I''m pretty good as the COO. I can familiarize myself with the operation of the communication company." Buddy Morris was moved.


    He feels very happy to have such a boss who thinks about himself. He also looked a little excited.


    Guo Shouyun smiled and waved his hand, "I''ve made up my mind. Let''s talk to Conscart''s people on this condition."


    "You...really don''t think about it anymore?"


    "When did you become such a mother-in-law, go ahead. I have other things here, so I won''t entertain you!"


    After waving goodbye to Buddy Morris, Guo Shouyun cut off contact.


    After the room became quiet again, the smile on his face gradually faded. How could he really be willing to give up the control of the company he founded himself and spent so much energy on to Conscat.


    After sitting in the chair for a moment of silence, he picked up the phone on the table.


    "Let Liu Zhixing come to my place."


    Wu Xiaojing from the secretariat outside quickly found Liu Zhixing, the head of the private investment department directly under Guo Shouyun.


    Like Will Harrington''s Information Management Department, Liu Zhixing''s Investment Department is also a secretarial agency directly under the leadership of Guo Shouyun. Manages the operations of the Kwok Family Foundation and the Bruce Foundation''s funds. is the core of the core in all departments.


    It is precisely because it is too important that Guo Shouyun is particularly willing to match the love between Liu Zhixing and Catherine Lincoln. Although the latter is not his sister, the two grew up together, and their relationship is no different from that of a biological sister. Therefore, the union of Liu Zhixing and Katherine Lincoln is like a marriage to some extent. In addition to Liu Zhixing''s outstanding financial talents, his status as "brother-in-law" is more worthy of Guo Shouyun''s trust.


    "Are you looking for me?"


    "Sit down and talk!"


    Guo Shouyun pointed to the reception area next to him. While Liu Zhixing sat down, he poured two glasses of water and brought it to him.


    "thanks!"


    After Liu Zhixing took the cup, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "Look, you have gained a lot of weight than before. It seems that your married life with Catherine is much better than when you were single."


    "Although Catherine is strong on the outside, she is a gentle and good woman on the inside!" Liu Zhixing nodded and smiled.


    "That''s for you. When she was with us, she never showed a soft side. ... Okay, let''s get down to business." Guo Shouyun''s face turned sour, "How much did eBay and Yahoo sell?"


    "About 120 million shares or so."


    "It''s a lot faster than expected!" Guo Shouyun said in surprise.


    "eBay and Yahoo''s stocks have become more and more popular with the growth of the Internet user base, the ubiquity of Internet services, and the development of the US economy. If we put our stocks in public auction, we can get far more than market prices. More returns."


    Of course, Guo Shouyun knows that there are many companies and investment institutions interested in Yahoo and eBay in the world. With the significant equity held by the Bruce Foundation, it can be sold at a high price in the form of bidding. But it will take a long time to do so, and Guo Shouyun is in urgent need of funds to complete the acquisition of Scottish Power and repay the debt that will come due. Especially in the early days of his career, the ABS bonds issued with the copyright he wrote.


    In addition to these, another important reason is that the Bruce Foundation holds too many eBay and Yahoo stocks. If it is sold publicly, a huge transaction of tens of billions of dollars can instantly attract the attention of the global media. Let the Bruce Foundation, and those shell companies affiliated with the Bruce Foundation, be exposed to the world. This is not in line with Guo Shouyun''s thinking and strategy of making a fortune in silence.


    "Old Liu, I don''t want too many flashes to pay attention to this transaction. Therefore, it is more appropriate to withdraw funds through the stock market than public sales." Guo Shouyun emphasized.


    This answer was not beyond Liu Zhixing''s expectations. He just did his duty to give Guo Shouyun a choice, and how to choose is his business.


    "Also, sell some of the money from the sale of eBay and Yahoo stock to buy a stake in Comscat."


    "Conscott?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded affirmatively, "As for the question of how much. ... As long as it doesn''t exceed the 5% mark line. In addition, this matter should not attract too much attention from the outside world."


    Although he agreed to hand over the controlling stake of the new company to Comscat, Guo Shouyun did not intend to give up control of the new company. As long as there is a 4% stake in Conscat, even if the two parties are diluted after the merger, it is enough to ensure Guo Shouyun''s absolute control of the new company.


    If Conscart''s people dare to obstruct his business strategy for the new company, he will concentrate these shares, completely control the board of directors, and complete absolute control of the new company.


    "How long have I been doing this?" Liu Zhixing nodded.


    "The sooner the better, as long as there isn''t too much volatility in the market."


    Although Guo Shouyun does not know when the merger between the two parties will really be settled, completing his own layout ahead of time must have only advantages and no disadvantages.


    After Liu Zhixing nodded, "One more thing. ... Now Merrill Lynch''s share price is getting higher and higher. If the acquisition of it cannot be completed next year, I suggest giving up Merrill Lynch."


    "Just because the stock price is high?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Of course there are risks. The false fire in U.S. real estate is too high, and the risk exposure on Wall Street is getting higher and higher. I think you must see the increasingly alarming crisis. So prepare to sell risky assets early and do a good job of hedging. It''s a royal act."


    "I can rest assured that you have such concerns. As for Merrill, I will try to make this matter come to an end before June next year."


    Liu Zhixing nodded.


    "How is the Dabor Steel project with Tata Steel? Are they willing to take over?"


    "They are willing to pay $600 million to buy out our stake in the first phase of the Dabor Steel project. But they want to sign a supplemental agreement with us."


    "Supplementary agreement?"


    "Affordable access to electricity from the Dabor power plant within five years."


    The iron and steel industry is a high-energy-consuming industry, and stable and cheap electricity is the basis for its development. Therefore, most steel companies will sign forward agreements with power companies to obtain stable power guarantees. Of course, this applies to electricity market-oriented countries. This is certainly not the case in Huaxia, where State Grid monopolizes all electricity distribution. Unless it is self-sufficient, companies can only buy electricity from the national grid.


    "Promise them!"


    Guo Shouyun agreed without hesitation.


    Not only Dabor Steel needs a stable power supply, but the Dabor Power Plant with an installed capacity of 2,350 MW also needs stable customers to ensure its own profits.


    Liu Zhixing nodded.


    "Is there anything else?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    After flipping through the notebook he carried with him, he shook his head.


    "Come on, go out and play tennis with me. It''s too boring to stay in the room like this!"


    The bad news from Europe and the troubles around him made Guo Shouyun anxious. Exercising to vent is a method he often uses to vent his emotions.


    "My tennis level is very poor, you have to let me play later." Liu Zhixing said.


    "Do not worry!"


    Even so, Guo Shouyun didn''t release any water when he was fighting.


    "Don''t fight, don''t fight! You''re completely abusing vegetables!"


    The panting Liu Zhixing looked at the tennis ball rolling away, threw his Qiu Pai, and chose to strike. And emotionally, he also gave up the calm and wise image of the past.


    Guo Shouyun touched the sweat on his forehead. After some activities, he felt that his hormones were bursting, his annoyed mood was vented, and his thoughts became clear. Compared to before, now he can be said to feel comfortable from the inside out.


    After taking a bottle of water and handing it to Liu Zhixing, he sat down beside him.


    "Okay, your tennis skills have improved a lot compared to before."


    He rolled his eyes at him, unscrewed the mineral water bottle and took a sip. After taking a breath, "I''m not a fool. I''ve been abused by you so many times, how can I make progress. ... But you should be in a better mood now?"


    "How do you know I''m in a bad mood?"


    "We''ve known each other for so many years. Although I don''t fully understand many things about you, after four years of getting along, I still know something."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after taking a sip of water, "When the stall is big, there will be all kinds of troubles."


    He briefly told Liu Zhixing about Richard.


    "Do you plan to build Universal into a logistics, trade and finance integrated company?"


    "No, it''s just logistics and trade, and finance can only be regarded as a sideline. In the future, it will be gradually entrusted to Phoenix Bank to operate."


    Liu Zhixing nodded, "If that''s the case, why not merge Universal and Guo''s Business Group?"


    "Guo''s?"


    "Yeah! ... Guo''s business group now has five main businesses, agriculture and animal husbandry, food processing, retail, catering, and logistics, and also involves certain trades, but they are only incidental, not the main business. So you see, Universal''s business is closely related to There is a certain overlap in the business of Guo''s Commercial. The two companies can fully merge and combine the advantageous resources of both parties to expand the market in the field of logistics and trade."


    "This is something I didn''t expect before!" Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment and said.


    "So you can think about it now!"


    "If the merger Guo''s main business will reach six, this will inevitably distract the management''s attention. You know, I never advocate excessive horizontal expansion." Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "Six main businesses are not many for a large company like Guo''s. GE has seven business units, and they are far less interconnected than Guo''s. Therefore, I think whether the cross-industry operation can be successful. It��s not about the size of the industry, it��s about the ability of the management and the proper management of the company. Otherwise, even if you only operate one business, you will still fail. There are countless examples of this in the business world.��


    Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment and then nodded.


    "Looks like I should have a good chat with Catherine."


    "Let''s go then! It''s better sooner rather than later, just as I''m going to pick her up from get off work."


    "Then you cook tonight."


    "I guessed you would say that."

 v2 Chapter 733： family dinner

    Chapter 733 Family Banquet


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    "Honey!"


    Wearing a dark red lady''s professional attire, Katherine Lincoln, a strong woman, instantly transformed into a gentle little woman when she saw Liu Zhixing. m. Not only did Ruyan dive into each other''s arms like a forest, but also offered a long, hot French kiss in public.


    This made Guo Shouyun, who was accustomed to her strong and domineering character, stunned to the side!


    "Emmm..., this is the one I am familiar with. Growing up together, is it the violent girl who likes to referee the competition for little boys?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head inwardly, women are indeed actors by nature, especially in front of men and the men they love have completely different performances.


    Compared with the unscrupulous Catherine, Liu Zhixing''s traditional oriental thinking is still difficult for him to accept intimacy in public. Although things have changed after living in the West for many years, what is at the root is not something that can be changed for a while. So, after kissing Katherine for a while, he pushed away the daughter-in-law in his arms.


    "Catherine, Bruce is here too."


    "Hi, Catherine!"


    After her eyes looked at him, Guo Shouyun said hello.


    "What are you doing with this light bulb?"


    Holding Liu Zhixing''s arm, Catherine said in a disgusting tone.


    At work, she takes Guo Shouyun as her boss. But after work, this guy is as nasty as Matt Lincoln.


    Guo Shouyun, who had known her character for a long time, did not agree.


    "Lao Liu invited me to eat at your house, so I followed."


    "Dear, is it?" Catherine changed her face instantly.


    "Yeah! ... It''s been a long time since everyone sat down to eat together. I''m going to cook a few good dishes, just in time to get together in the evening."


    Catherine nodded, "Where''s Wendy, have you called her? And my two lovely little nieces and nephews?"


    "I have asked Matthew to pick it up!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "It''s not too bad." Catherine nodded, "By the way, you can''t let our old Liu work in the kitchen alone!"


    "Catherine?"


    "What''s wrong?" Catherine asked in surprise, looking at Guo Shouyun''s awe-inspiring expression.


    "I think what Mata said is quite right. Since you and Lao Liu were together, it feels like the sibling relationship we grew up with is completely over."


    "Really?"


    Catherine stepped forward and grabbed Guo Shouyun''s ear quite skillfully.


    "Oh, it hurts. Pay attention to the image, your old Liu is watching!" The serious look on Guo Shouyun''s face instantly collapsed.


    "Humph! Don''t think that you can be presumptuous in front of my sister when you become the big boss."


    After letting go, Catherine arrogantly turned around, and instantly took her husband''s arm again as gentle as water and walked towards the waiting Rover car.


    Since Guo Shouyun acquired Rover Motors, he sold all the Rover cars in the company''s inventory to brother companies such as Guo''s, Matrix, Hanhua, etc., as their utility vehicles. Fertilizer water does not flow into the field of outsiders. Rover cars are not very good except for the industrial design, performance, quality and goodwill are enough.


    After Liu Zhixing smiled apologetically at Guo Shouyun, he got into the Rover car driven by Catherine. Guo Shouyun covered his ears and looked at their backs, but he was not annoyed at all, but rather happy.


    People always need some sincere friends to live in this world. But as his status became higher and higher, his net worth became more and more rich, and there were fewer and fewer friends around him. Now there are few people who can laugh and scold together, except Catherine. Therefore, Guo Shouyun cherishes the friendship between the two sides.


    "Hey, why are you stunned there, hurry up, I''m still waiting to go home!"


    "I''m coming!"


    After promising a few words, Guo Shouyun hurried over.


    After returning to Catherine and Liu Zhixing''s residence, Wendy and her two children also arrived in a short time. The originally deserted house turned into a happy place in an instant. The children''s noise adds to the countless warm family atmosphere here.


    When Catherine accompanied Wendy to learn about pregnancy, Liu Zhixing and Guo Shouyun started their journey of ''cooking husband''.


    The two worked together to make a sumptuous dinner.


    Of course, the first thing to take care of is the little guys Elizabeth and George. However, Wendy''s stepmother is very qualified and trains them very well, especially at the dinner table.


    He glanced at the two children who were holding their own small bowls, eating with their mouths full of oil, and Wendy''s bulging belly. Catherine sighed and said with a bit of envy: "Bruce, in five years, you are the father of three children at the age of twenty-four. Thinking about when we were young, everything seemed like a dream."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, he was not the father of three children, but five. Ji Hong and Ji Zheng also gave him a child each. Of course, these words are definitely not appropriate to say on this occasion.


    "Old Liu, Catherine, you can have a child too! I think Nan Nan is so well-behaved, she will understand you." The two sides communicated for a long time, and Wendy also called Liu Zhixing the same name as Guo Shouyun.


    There was a hint of longing in Catherine''s eyes, but she still shook her head.


    "We''re going to wait until Nan Nan goes to middle school."


    Liu Zhixing''s words surprised everyone. Holding Catherine''s right hand, Liu Zhixing smiled and said, "Nan Nan is very sensible. And she also hopes to have a younger brother and sister."


    "Old Liu, you are finally enlightened!" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    After so many years, Liu Zhixing finally came out of the guilt of the death of his ex-wife.


    "Congratulations!" Wendy also smiled.


    After Katherine nodded vigorously, she gave her husband a warm hug.


    "My dear, thank you so much."


    Patting Catherine''s junior, a smile appeared on Liu Zhixing''s face. The human heart is full of flesh, and he has been with Catherine in the past few years. The latter''s accommodation to him and his usual meticulous care have already melted the ice in his heart.


    He finally had happiness again, and he didn''t want to repeat the previous mistakes. Stubborn in the sadness and guilt after the death of his ex-wife, missing the good woman in front of him!


    "Catherine, I''m sorry. I should have woken up sooner."


    "It doesn''t matter, I have always felt very happy with you!"


    Seeing how they were hugging each other, Guo Shouyun took a look at Wendy beside her and held her right hand.


    There are only two little guys who can''t figure out the situation, shaking their little heads and watching the adults cry and laugh, wondering why they put so many delicious food but don''t eat it?


    "Aunt Catherine, I want chicken legs."


    After eating the dishes in her small bowl, Elizabeth''s mouth was smeared with rice grains, and her oily little fat finger pointed to the fried chicken in the center of the table, which was Guo Shouyun''s masterpiece after cooking tonight. Because I can''t eat too much meat when pregnant, this plate of fried chicken is the closest to Catherine.


    "I also want!"


    Children love to fight for things, even if they don''t like it.


    "Okay, Aunt Catherine will get it for you!"


    Catherine, who was happy in her heart, served two small things with chopsticks.


    Because Guo Shouyun and Liu Zhixing are Chinese, chopsticks appear more frequently than knives and forks in their families.


    The episode of the accident book made Catherine even more excited to discuss the child''s problem with Wendy. Even after eating, she did not see the slightest decrease in her enthusiasm.


    Seeing this, Liu Zhixing and Guo Shouyun looked at each other and shook their heads. It seems that it is impossible to discuss the merger of Guo''s Commercial and Universal with her tonight.


    After a brief communication between the two, they changed the time to tomorrow morning. Then Liu Zhixing briefly discussed this matter with Catherine.


    "I object!"


    The next day, in the conference room of Guo''s Business Group, Catherine expressed her opinion in a clear-cut way.


    "why?"


    Guo Shouyun said in surprise. With her knowledge of Katherine Strong Woman''s character, she should be more than happy to acquire Universal.


    "Nan Nan will be in the sixth grade this year, and I have to prepare for pregnancy, so I don''t have enough energy."


    Looking at the plausible Catherine, Guo Shouyun was stunned. He never thought that the other party would come up with this reason.


    "Don''t be kidding Katherine, with your personality, even if you are pregnant, you will still not relax the management of the company. But to be honest, considering the imbalance of hormone levels after your pregnancy, emotionality leads to mistakes in management. In the later stages of your pregnancy, I I should really consider letting you take a break."


    "No problem, it just so happens that I can also wait in peace!"


    "Hey, two. What we are discussing now is the merger of Universal and Guo''s, not the many issues of women''s pregnancy." Liu Zhixing interrupted quickly.


    Of course you have to listen to what your baby husband says. Catherine, who had complained, said sternly: "If the two companies merge, we will change the company''s organizational structure I think that according to different business areas, set up logistics, agriculture, animal husbandry, food processing, There are six business units of trade, retail and catering. Each unit is managed by the executive vice president, and then including me, six executive vice presidents, plus the chief operating officer, chief financial officer and other executives, forming a thirteen The executive committee of people, responsible for the company''s major affairs."


    "It looks like you''ve been thinking about this for a long time."


    "Of course. With the rapid growth of the company, no matter how energetic I am, it is impossible for me to cover everything in the company. Moreover, setting up an executive committee can also use the wisdom of everyone to make the company less mistakes when faced with major decisions. The probability."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "The strategy of the executive committee is indeed suitable for the current Guo''s business, I agree with this."


    Catherine continued: "Continuing to talk about the specific operations of the company, although Burger King has developed very fast under our operation over the years, the share of its own stores has risen from less than 10% at the beginning to 39.5% now. The total number of stores has also increased from 2002. The 16,773 stores in 2018 have increased to 19,200 now. Especially in Huaxia, we have 460 directly-operated stores and 1,700 franchise stores, and the market share has caught up with KFC and McDonald��s.��

 v2 Chapter 734： The future of Kwoks business

    Chapter 734: The Future of Guo''s Business


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    When Burger King was acquired by Guo''s, it was one of the top three fast food brands in the United States, with 16,000 stores. But most of them are franchise stores. Since being taken over by Guo''s, Burger King in North America has not opened up many new stores, but the proportion of self-operated stores originally less than 10% has increased rapidly. With the continued popularity of real estate in the United States, Burger King''s investment in real estate has not only eliminated rent expenses, but also increased cash flow. At the same time, it also allows its own return on fixed assets to grow at a rate of 20% per year.


    Since the acquisition of Burger King in 2002, it has increased the scale of its own stores in the form of almost 100% debt. The intensity was so great that the media once ridiculed that Burger King had changed from a fast food restaurant to a real estate company.


    But now there are 7,584 Burger King self-operated stores around the world, and the real estate value of 1.896 million square meters exceeds 24 billion US dollars, and it is still improving with the continuous development of the global real estate market. The high debt ratio, along with the excellent performance of Burger King''s balance sheet, has become a classic case of Harvard''s business class.


    "Katherine, the Huaxia market is no better than the United States. With a history of 5,000 years, it has formed a unique dining culture. Therefore, in addition to the sufficient number of stores, Burger King also provides more abundant meals according to the tastes of the Chinese people. For example, the Chinese people Frequently eaten soy milk, steamed buns, etc. Don��t be stubborn about traditional burgers, fries and fried chicken, otherwise it will be difficult for us to really gain a firm foothold in the Huaxia fast food market.��


    "...In addition, the qualifications of franchisees must be strictly reviewed. For any franchisee, they must go through our strict training before they can officially open for business. In addition, it is necessary to check the quality of food supply and service quality of franchisees from time to time. The annual franchise fee of tens of thousands of dollars will deplete the goodwill of Burger King.��


    "Don''t worry, Bruce, I know all this."


    Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "In the retail business, after five years of development, we now have 6,370 Baccarat branches in the United States. Among them, 2,329 are our own stores, accounting for 36.56%. Although there are still 20 days in 2004, Baccarat''s operation this year is still 20 days. The total revenue will exceed 13 billion US dollars, and the net profit will be 1.927 billion US dollars.��


    "Next year, we plan to have more than 8,000 Baccarat stores and officially enter the entire North American market. In the next three years, the number of stores will exceed 13,000, making it the largest community supermarket chain in the Americas."


    Looking at the ambitious Catherine, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "It''s a grand plan, but I hope that in the next three years, in addition to Burger King''s China business, including Baccarat, we can give up investment in self-operated stores."


    "Abandon the self-operated store, why?"


    "Katherine, real estate prices in the United States are already too high. Compared with 2002, the real estate prices in the central urban areas of major American cities such as San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Houston have increased by 94.7% compared with the past, nearly doubling. Such rapid growth has made the United States The potential of real estate has been completely overdrawn. Moreover, financial institutions in the United States are constantly lowering their loan review standards, and even they have no standards. As long as they are American citizens, no matter whether they have income or not, they can borrow money to buy a house. This is ridiculous. already."


    Guo Shouyun shook his head and continued: "Although no one knows when the ever-expanding real estate bubble in the United States will burst, there is no need for us to run in at this time to be a ''pan man''. Temporarily abandon the expansion of self-operated stores and reserve more The more cash flow is to buy the bottom when the real estate inflection point comes after the crisis, and the price we pay at that time will be much lower.��


    ��In addition, in November this year, the Fed��s federal funds rate has been raised to 3.75%. Continued high debt expansion will put us under huge repayment pressure. Therefore, a temporary hibernation is necessary, and we are for a better future. "


    Catherine, who graduated with a master''s degree in business administration from Harvard Business School, has become an excellent business manager after five years of experience in the business world. Guo Shouyun''s words gave her a lot of inspiration, and some issues that she didn''t pay much attention to usually reappeared in her mind, giving her more hints.


    "Then why separate the Huaxia market?"


    "Old Liu, it''s up to you."


    The latter did not refuse, "because compared with the fully mature real estate market in the United States, Huaxia''s real estate is an incremental market. With the large-scale urbanization movement generated by the rapid economic development of Huaxia, new citizens migrating to the city will need to Tens of millions of commercial houses. Her real estate price index will not drop until the high-speed development of China''s economy is over. Judging from the current global development situation, China''s economy will not encounter setbacks in at least three to five years. Therefore, There is no need for Guo''s to stop the expansion of its self-operated stores in Huaxia."


    Now Liu Zhixing has completed his Ph.D. study in economics at Stanford University, and his graduation thesis "The Contribution and Efficiency of Finance in Economic Development" has also appeared in the top economics magazine "US Economic Weekly" in the United States. Just received dozens of invitations from top universities in the United States and research institutions of Wall Street financial companies.


    Not to mention Guo Shouyun. Over the past five years he has used his success in the financial sector to gain numerous reputations. "Son of God", "Financial Wizard" and other nicknames, Catherine has already heard the cocoon in her ears.


    Both believe that the U.S. real estate industry is facing a crisis and naturally has enough persuasion.


    "Real estate is the backbone of the U.S. economy. Once the turmoil will inevitably lead to a stock market recession and economic stagnation. If this is the case, should we slow down the development of all businesses, or even maintain the current scale, and first reduce the debt ratio through profitability. come down."


    After 9/11, the U.S. federal funds rate dropped to around 1%, and commercial loan interest rates dropped to an unprecedented level. Seizing this opportunity, Guo''s Business Group is expanding its business with almost 100% debt.


    In addition to the Baccarat and Burger King already mentioned. Now more than two years later, Guo''s Farm has owned 5.06 million acres of land; there are 173 non-owned franchise farms with a land size of 3.79 million acres; all over 50 states in the United States.


    Guo''s business is now the world''s 12th largest private landowner, behind Jeremy Bayard''s Ace Agriculture, which owns 3.28 million hectares of land in Australia and is engaged in dairy farming.


    And the world''s largest non-government landowner is the Roman Catholic Church, with an incredible 71.6 million hectares in countries such as Germany and India, an area larger than France.


    Therefore, Guo''s Farm still has huge room for growth.


    With the rapid expansion of agriculture and animal husbandry, the number of Guo''s slaughterhouses has also been greatly improved. After more than two years, through acquisition and new construction, the number of Guo''s slaughterhouses has increased from 46 before 9/11 to the present. 157; the annual slaughtering capacity has increased from 720,000 in the past to 3.19 million now, covering all large livestock including cattle, sheep and pigs.


    Moreover, additional services such as segmentation and vacuum packaging have been added.


    Of course, such a slaughtering scale is immeasurable compared to the Crown, Brazil **s and other multinational giants with the capacity to slaughter tens of millions of large livestock at every turn. But it meets the daily demand for fresh meat products in Baccarat''s 6,370 stores.


    In addition, the current Guo''s fresh food processing is not only the slaughtering business of large livestock. After the acquisition of Sanderson Farms, Guo''s fresh processing business has the latter''s 8th in the world and 5th in the United States, with an annual poultry slaughtering capacity of 476 million. And it has also entered into a company that produces and manages raw eggs, egg products, breeding eggs and chicks.


    In addition to slaughtering, Guo''s Fresh Processing has also acquired some oil refineries, flour processing plants and grain storage institutions, expanding a richer fresh processing industry chain.


    In the field of logistics, except for the shipping business that has not been involved in. Guo''s logistics focuses on the development of land, currently has 3,733 large trucks, 27,000 medium-sized trucks; 132,700 small trucks, including refrigerated trucks; 113 b747-400f, b757-200f cargo aircraft.


    There are 379 warehouses in fifty states in the United States.


    In just over two years, the size of Guo''s Business Group has nearly tripled!


    Assets have increased from $15.386 billion before 9/11 to $62.745 billion now. The total revenue of the group has also increased from US$6.23 billion before 9/11 to US$26.173 billion now, and net profit has increased by 2.5 times, from US$1.62 billion before 911 to US$4.05 billion now.


    Such rapid expansion also comes at a price. 81.37% of the total assets of the Kuok Business Group of US$62.745 billion are liabilities. It is also fortunate that the US real estate has been rolling upwards in recent years Otherwise, the debt ratio of Guo''s business will be higher.


    Of course, the high debt is also due to the abundant cash flow of Guo''s business. Most of its assets are farms, slaughterhouses, real estate, vehicles, warehouses and other heavy assets. With enough collateral, it is of course easier to borrow enough funds to expand the business chain.


    In addition, the existence of Phoenix Bank also provides some support for Guo''s rapid expansion.


    Facing Catherine''s question, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "It is no longer a wise move to continue borrowing to expand when the federal funds rate has risen sharply. What Guo should do now is to consolidate the assets obtained after these years of rapid expansion, integrate the internal, improve the enterprise management system, increase cash flow, reduce Liability ratio. Dormant, wait until the U.S. economy is turbulent and the stock market turns at a turning point, and then enter the market to hunt for the bottom. At that time, the federal funds rate will fall again. During the crisis, the price of assets will also be very cheap. Whether it is mergers and acquisitions, the industry Expansion is a rare opportunity for us.��


    "This kind of understanding is good. But the key is when will the market inflection point appear? We can wait a year or two. But in three or four years, should we continue to wait?" Katherine asked.

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 v2 Chapter 735： Americas Godfather of Finance

    Chapter 735 The Godfather of American Finance


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    "Catherine, what I mean by waiting is not to keep Guo from developing. The apex is to give up the strategy of borrowing to develop. In the first three years, Guo''s focus was on telling expansion and occupying the market. I hope that in the next three years, Guo will The focus of the company has changed to integrating the internal structure, optimizing the management structure and distribution system, and improving profit margins. We will strive to reduce the debt ratio to less than 50% in the next three years.��


    Catherine thought for a moment and nodded.


    "What about Universal? How are you going to integrate?"


    "Integrating Global''s logistics business with Guo''s logistics business has become Guo''s fifth business unit, which is divided into five different business types: sea transportation, land transportation, air transportation, port services, and warehouse management. Global business website as Guo''s business. The sixth largest business unit, integrating Kuo''s trading division, is mainly engaged in the online and offline transactions of electricity, oil, natural gas, grain, cash crops, livestock and fresh products."


    "I originally wanted to acquire Dunkin'' Donuts next year to expand our market in the catering sector. Now it seems that there is no chance." Catherine nodded and sighed.


    Dunkin'' Donuts is a fast-food chain brand specializing in the production of donuts and providing freshly ground coffee and other baked products. It is headquartered in Massachusetts, and is one of the top ten fast-food chain brands in the United States. Today it has 7,239 franchise stores in 31 countries around the world.


    "Catherine, I think Starbucks is a better buy than Dunkin'' Donuts."


    Although Dunkin'' Donuts is evenly matched with Starbucks in the United States, its internationalization is too poor. When Starbucks became a check-in destination for Chinese petty bourgeoisie, Dunkin'' Dulle was just preparing to expand the Chinese market. Even Guo Shouyun had never heard of this name.


    And Guo Shouyun has no interest in acquiring food brands that miss China''s huge catering market.


    "do you agree?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and shook his head, "It''s not the time yet."


    In another 20 days, we will enter 2005. Under the leadership of real estate subordinated bonds, the US economy will enter a period of prosperity, and the stock market will be booming. At this time, mergers and acquisitions are too expensive.


    "I guessed you would say that!" After a pause, Catherine continued, "However, the company''s scale has expanded too quickly during this period of time, and we do need a period of time to integrate the internals. In addition to integrating Universal and Guo It also takes time, so I agree with the strategy of slowing expansion.��


    "So, let''s discuss the details of the merger of the two companies!" Guo Shouyun continued with a smile.


    Although the assets of Universal Corporation are not as large as that of Guo''s Business Group, the total assets are also nearly 16 billion US dollars. When the two are merged, the new Guo''s Business Group will become Guo Shouyun''s second only to Pacific Energy, with total assets of 80 billion US dollars. The third largest company after Unocal. Of course, Phoenix Bank''s assets are higher, but as a bank, it is fundamentally different from the way industrial companies'' assets are calculated.


    The internal integration of a company with $80 billion in total assets and $56 billion in liabilities is also cumbersome. So in the last period of 2004, except for a break on Christmas day, Guo Shouyun was busy with this matter.


    In 2005, it was a new beginning. After temporarily putting aside his work, he took the Kunpeng to Washington.


    January 5 is the time for Bush''s inaugural speech after his second re-election. As one of his staunch supporters, coupled with the close cooperation between the two sides for many years, Guo Shouyun was naturally invited.


    Compared to when he first came in 2000, he could only stand on the fringes, watching business dignitaries and political leaders chat. Now, he is also standing at the center of power and has become the envy of others.


    "Mr. President''s inaugural speech this morning was really heartening. The humiliation that 9/11 brought to the United States should be washed away by war. ... I believe voters will be more supportive of maintaining our military presence in Iraq and Afghanistan after listening to Mr. President''s speech. Importance and necessity. And America will be more prosperous under Mr. President.��


    Guo Shouyun said a lot of good things, and Bush Jr. was naturally elated. After all, who doesn''t want to be recognized? In particular, the other party is a person who has a huge influence in the business world, especially the financial world!


    "Thank you Mr. Guo for your appreciation. I just fulfilled the responsibilities and obligations of an American who loves this country, especially an American president."


    "I believe that the United States of America will become even more brilliant under the leadership of Mr. President!" Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    "I will do my best!"


    After the two clink glasses, they each took a sip of the champagne in their glasses.


    "Mr. Guo also supports us in punishing Iraq?"


    The slightly hoarse words attracted Guo Shouyun''s attention.


    Richard Bruce Cheney, a grey-haired, stocky, middle-aged white man with gold-rimmed glasses, had a stern look despite his smile. He was the vice president of the Bush administration and also the Republican whip.


    The party whip first appeared in the British parliamentary system in the 17th century. By the end of the 19th century, the two parties in the U.S. Congress, drawing on the British experience, began to establish this position in the Senate and House of Representatives one after another. Its main responsibility is to coordinate within the party. It does not represent its own party in congressional affairs, and it seldom dominates exchanges and negotiations with opposing parties or the White House.


    In terms of status, within the House of Representatives, he is the third largest after the speaker and party leaders. When it comes to rights, anyone who has watched the American TV series "House of Cards" must have been impressed by Underwood''s ruthless wrists, who has turned upside down in the political arena and exerted great influence in national affairs.


    As the Democratic whip Richard Bruce Cheney, has no less power than Underwood in "House of Cards".


    The generally accepted view of Washington reporters is that he instigated Bush Jr. to carry out the Iraq War for the sake of oil, so he was likened to the dark knight Count Darth Vader, the big villain in the "Star Wars" movies.


    In fact, Vice President Cheney was indeed the main driver of the Iraq War. In the words of the previous Secretary of Defense, Colin Powell, he saw an incomprehensible "fanaticism" about the Iraq war. When Bush Jr. was still hesitating about the Iraq war, he personally persuaded Bush Jr. to launch the missile that was going to kill Sa-Dam and his son, igniting the war in Iraq.


    Therefore, even Guo Shouyun, who is now influential all over the world, has become cautious when he is considered by the outside world as the ''most powerful vice president in American history''.


    "I endorse any act of war that is in America''s interest and that is just!"


    "Does Mr. Guo think the Iraq war is just?" Richard Bruschney immediately asked.


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes slightly, looking at the guy in front of him. When the domestic public opinion in the United States has been quarreling because of the Iraq war, Guo Shouyun always feels that there is something hidden behind the other side when he asks such a question on such an occasion.


    "I believe in the decision of the Congress and the President. Since the Congress and the President believe that the Iraq war is just, it is a just act of war." Guo Shouyun said after a quick thought.


    In any case, standing next to Bush at this time is the safest way.


    "Mr. Guo is indeed wise!" Cheney smiled.


    "thanks!"


    The two touched the champagne in their hands.


    Bush looked back and forth on the faces of the two and smiled: "Richard, Bruce, I have to visit other people. After today is over, we will find another opportunity to chat."


    The two nodded.


    After watching Bush leave, Richard turned his head, "Mr. Guo, the Majinu Oilfield is so large, does Unocal have any idea of ??seeking a partner?"


    "Partner? Who is Mr. Richard referring to?"


    "Halliburton Energy, they have a very solid foundation in the energy field in the Middle East, and I believe they can help Mr. Guo to open up the situation here."


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed with surprise. Richard Bruce Cheney was CEO of Halliburton Energy in the last century.


    "I can''t answer Mr. Cheney right away. You know I''m not alone in Unocal right now."


    "There are other people who share the risk. I don''t think Unocal''s board of directors will have an opinion. Moreover, Mr. Guo occupies the majority of Unocal''s shares."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "The shareholders of Unocal can''t be easily persuaded just by virtue of their equity. Mr. Cheney knows this better than me."


    After the two exchanged eyes for a moment, Richard Bruschney smiled slightly.


    "What Mr. Guo said is very true. But I still hope that this matter will have a good outcome."


    "I hope so too!"


    "I want to see other friends, so I''ll say goodbye first."


    "goodbye!"


    Looking at the back of him leaving, Guo Shouyun''s eyes narrowed slightly. At the stalls where Iraqi oil resources are to be allocated, more and more ghosts and demons want to pounce on it.


    "Mr. Guo...!"


    The voice from behind made Guo Shouyun turn around subconsciously. The middle-aged man who appeared in front of him with slightly bald hair, large black-rimmed glasses, and an indescribable smile on his face made him subconsciously respect him.


    "Mr. Greenspan!"


    During the Clinton era, the United States created a "zero-inflation" economic miracle under his leadership. If he sprays, the global economy will ''rain''.


    When it comes to status and influence, as many media have said: it doesn''t matter who is the president, as long as Greenspan is the chairman of the Federal Reserve.


    It is precisely because he realizes that he has too much influence, in order not to have too much impact on the market, Greenspan''s speech has always been vague, and his famous words came into being: "If you think you understand me exactly. The meaning of the speech. Then, you must have misunderstood what I said."


    In 2007, Guo Shouyun did not dare to neglect the old fox who stepped down as the chairman of the Federal Reserve before the subprime mortgage crisis and left the mess to his successor, Ben Berkenan.


    After the two shook hands, Greensfan glanced at the glass in Guo Shouyun''s hand.


    "Mr. Guo, do you want a change? The waiter is over there. I can call him over for you."


    After glancing at the champagne that was almost bottoming out in his hand, he smiled and shook his head.


    "Forget it. Talking to Mr. Greenspan, a clear head is the most important thing!"


    "Oh why?"


    "If you can analyze some future US financial policy trends from your words, Phoenix Bank will be able to prepare early and maybe make a fortune." Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Haha! Mr. Guo is very funny. However, I wouldn''t easily say such an important thing in social situations."


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "It doesn''t matter. Getting to know Mr. Greensfan is the biggest gain today!"


    "This kind of evaluation really makes me feel a little ashamed! ... Knowing a business genius like Mr. Guo is also my biggest gain tonight."


    "Now I think I should call the waiter over here."


    With that said, Guo Shouyun followed his words and really called the waiter to fill his glass.


    "Mr. Greensfan, I hope this glass of Mo?t & Chandon is the beginning of a good friendship between us!"


    "I hope so too!"


    "Ding��!"


    Accompanied by the light and pleasant collision sound, the two smiled at each other and drank the champagne in their glasses.


    "Mr. Guo is an elite in the financial world. What do you think of the current state of the U.S. economy?" Greensfan asked after letting the waiter refill his glass.


    "Very good. Driven by Mr. Greensfan''s loose credit and financial policies, the United States has come out of the economic trough brought about by the Nasdaq crisis and 9/11. The growth rate in 2004 has shown a lot of problems."


    "It is true that gdp is growing. But the industrial production index, capacity utilization rate, sim manufacturing index, have increased by less than 2%, and the government deficit has increased by 5.7%. This is not a good phenomenon!"


    "Maybe this is just a temporary change brought about by the war." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "War? Maybe! But I''m curious, why does Mr. Guo insist on allowing Phoenix Bank to implement such a strict real estate loan review policy? You must know that financial institutions across the United States are now vying for home loans. Moreover, Wall Street''s leverage on real estate bonds is constantly increasing. rise."


    "I''m just following the most basic business principles. Reviewing the repayment ability of lenders and providing loans reasonably are just the most basic principles of commercial banks."


    "Of course it is good to have principles. However, if it remains the same, I am afraid that profits will flow to competitors."


    "Maybe. But Phoenix''s 2004 financial statements were no worse than competitors like Wells Fargo and Citigroup. So we don''t need to change anything."


    Greensfan looked directly into his eyes and said in a erratic tone, "But why do I always think that Mr. Guo noticed something?"


    Looking at the deep eyes of the other party, Guo Shouyun froze in his heart, and secretly said: "This guy''s intuition is really sharp."


    In the face of the living fossil figures in the American financial industry, Guo Shouyun put away all his thoughts and dealt with it with all his strength.

 v2 Chapter 736： Greensfan

    Chapter 736 Greenspan


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    "Mr. Greensfan is too suspicious. This is a normal business activity for me. Isn''t this the same as the rules of banks in the past hundred years?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    Looking at the man in front of him, Greenspan, who couldn''t see the same after a while, nodded.


    "I hope Phoenix Bank can always adhere to this principle."


    "Of course, I can guarantee it!"


    "I wish Mr. Guo a higher achievement in business."


    "Thank you! Also wish Mr. Greenspan the ability to use your talents to bring the United States to a more brilliant future!"


    After Greensfan nodded, "I had a very pleasant chat with Mr. Guo. I have other friends over there, so I will leave first."


    "Bye-Bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    After glancing at Greenspan''s back for the last time, Guo Shouyun turned his head and looked around for a while, then walked towards another small circle not far away.


    "Several, do you mind if I come in?"


    The three people who were chatting heard the words and turned their heads to look at them subconsciously.


    "Of course, Mr. Guo is a distinguished guest who is usually difficult to invite!"


    The white old man with a slightly fat body and a genial smile on his face smiled. Ned Johnson, Chairman, CEO and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity, the world''s largest mutual fund. The Fidelity Fund is now one of the largest private financial companies in the world, managing an astonishing wealth of trillions of dollars. Most importantly, it is the Johnson family''s property. Ned Johnson and his wife have absolute control.


    "Mr. Johnson is not a distinguished guest that I usually rarely see!"


    After the two sides shook hands, Guo Shouyun turned to the tall but thin middle-aged man with golden glasses.


    "Mr. Ryan! Mr. Frank!"


    Anthony Ryan, Assistant Secretary for Financial Markets at the Treasury Department.


    Barnett Frank, Congressman, Democrat, chairman of the Financial Services Committee.


    The two men, including Ned Johnson, were powerful figures in the American financial world.


    "I saw Mr. Guo and Mr. Greensfan chatting so happily just now. I didn''t expect you to have such a deep friendship."


    Facing Barnett Frank''s temptation, Guo Shouyun smiled.


    "Ellen is a kind elder. Communicating with him will not only make you feel happy, but also learn a lot of useful knowledge."


    "As the best financier in the history of America, Mr. Greensfan is indeed worthy of respect and learning." Barnett Frank nodded.


    "Mr. Guo, I heard that Google is going to go public this year?" Ned Johnson asked.


    "Mr. Johnson''s Fidelity Fund is also interested in investing?"


    "Of course!" After Ned Johnson nodded, his eyes flashed, "If Google needs to raise funds before going public, we Fidelity Fund are very interested in participating."


    "Unfortunately! Google''s pre-IPO financing has ended, so I can only say sorry to Mr. Johnson."


    "What about the Ruby Company?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I didn''t expect Mr. Johnson to be interested in rubies."


    "As the most anticipated Internet company in Silicon Valley, our equity investment fund under Fidelity Fund of course hopes to invest. ... But I just don''t know if Mr. Guo is willing to accept it?"


    "Of course I would."


    Guo Shouyun''s quick promise surprised Ned Johnson. After all, he has rejected too many venture capital investments in recent years. Even Fidelity''s previous emails were bounced back. So even if he asked that just now, he was prepared to be rejected. But Guo Shouyun agreed unexpectedly?


    "real?"


    "Of course!" Guo Shouyun nodded. "However, Ruby Company''s current financial position is very abundant, and there is no need for external financing for the time being. When we need to invest, we will definitely send an invitation letter to Fidelity Fund."


    "When financing is needed? Mr. Guo won''t be evasive, right?" Ned Johnson stared into his eyes and smiled.


    "How? If Mr. Johnson had known, he should have known that I never make any jokes in serious business."


    Ned Johnson nodded.


    "Then we can wait for the good news from Mr. Guo."


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, paused for a moment, and then shifted the topic to other matters. After chatting with Anthony Ryan and Barnett Frank for a while, he took the initiative to leave.


    Today''s presidential inauguration dinner brought together hundreds of elites from the military, political and business circles of the United States. He also needs to use this top-level banquet to maintain and expand his personal circle.


    The day after the party, he secretly invited Ned Johnson to his carefully prepared suburban farm.


    "Mr. Guo, if I hadn''t personally received the call from you, I would never have imagined that you would put the meeting place here."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Isn''t it nice here? A vast farm, green lawns, fresh air, and endless farms. Compared with the conference room built of reinforced concrete, this place is suitable for living and communicating. ."


    "It''s a nice place to be on a farm compared to an office in the city centre. But I think I''d enjoy it more if it wasn''t for the smell of cow dung."


    Guo Shouyun smiled apologetically. This farm belongs to the Guo Group, and its purpose is to raise livestock as much as possible and increase revenue. Instead of just using it for their Saturday and Sunday vacations like many rich farms. It is inevitable that there are more cattle and sheep raised, so in the case of a downwind, it is easy to scrape the stench of cow dung and cattle and sheep.


    "I''m sorry, I was negligent. If Mr. Johnson is very mindful, we can move to another place?"


    Ned Johnson waved his hand.


    "No need. I also raise some cattle and sheep on the farm in Connecticut, and these tastes are nothing to me." After a pause, he looked directly at Guo Shouyun and said, "In comparison, I am more I''m curious why Mr. Guo invited me here in private."


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly and stretched out his left hand, "Let''s go in and talk!"


    Ned Johnson nodded and followed Guo Shouyun into the only house on the farm. This was originally a residence for farm employees. After cleaning up, it was temporarily used by Guo Shouyun as a negotiating place to receive Ned Johnson.


    "It''s a little rough here, I hope Mr. Johnson doesn''t dislike it."


    "If I can have the opportunity to sit down with Mr. Guo, even if the environment is worse, I will not have any objection! What''s more, what Mr. Guo has furnished here is not much worse than the luxury suite in the hotel."


    While the two were talking, Wu Xiaojing and Wang Jue brought the prepared coffee.


    "Don''t Mr. Guo like to drink tea?"


    "I didn''t expect that I like this, and Mr. Johnson understands it. ... But today is to entertain Mr. Johnson. Of course, you must choose your favorite coffee."


    "Mr. Guo has a heart, thank you!"


    "Mr. Johnson is satisfied!"


    Ned Johnson smiled, stirred the cup of coffee with a spoon, and took a sip.


    "Pure Jamaican Blue Mountains! I didn''t expect Mr. Guo to know so much about my preferences."


    "If you want to satisfy the guests, of course, you must prescribe the right medicine!"


    After Ned Johnson nodded, "the coffee is now too. Shouldn''t Mr. Guo also tell me why he invited me here today?"


    "Not in a hurry!"


    Guo Shouyun beckoned, and Wang Jue next to him immediately took out a document and handed it to him.


    After taking it over and taking a brief look, Guo Shouyun pushed it in front of Ned Johnson.


    "Non-disclosure agreement?"


    "Before the formal negotiations begin, please sign this confidentiality agreement, Mr. Johnson." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    Looking at his expression, Ned Johnson suddenly smiled and said, "Now I''m more and more interested in what Mr. Guo is going to talk about today."


    "I believe Mr Johnson will make a worthwhile trip today!"


    "I am looking forward!"


    When the words fell, he signed his name at the end with a few ''shushu'', reviewed it several times and handed it over to Guo Shouyun.


    "Should be able to do it now?"


    After taking it over and examining it again, Guo Shouyun smiled and nodded.


    Hand over the non-disclosure agreement to Wang Jue, "Is Mr. Johnson interested in eBay shares?"


    "eBay?"


    "That''s right!"


    "As the Internet company with the highest market value now, I am certainly interested in its shares."


    After entering 2005, eBay''s market value has exceeded 60 billion US dollars, is currently the world''s most valuable Internet company. The market value of the second Yahoo is 53.2 billion US dollars, and it has no longer dominated the world before the Nasdaq crisis!


    Guo Shouyun nodded slightly and continued: "Mr. Johnson must also know that I invested in eBay in 2001 and got a lot of shares. Therefore, if Fidelity Investment is interested, I am willing to put the eBay I hold in my hand. Shares sold to Fidelity.��


    A glimmer of light flashed in Ned Johnson''s eyes Mr. Guo is a globally recognized investment genius. You didn''t notice something, did you? "


    All successful people basically have a common trait, that is, suspicious. Of course, caution and thoughtfulness can also be used instead.


    In view of Guo Shouyun''s repeated miracles in the financial world in the past five years, it is no wonder that Ned Johnson thinks so much. Moreover, during this period of time, the Bruce Foundation continued to sell Yahoo and eBay shares not unnoticed.


    "Mr. Johnson is over-hearted. If Fidelity hadn''t had what I wanted, I wouldn''t have traded my eBay stake."


    "Really! But I''m curious, what kind of assets does Mr. Guo like about Fidelity?"


    "5.4% of Merrill Lynch''s common stock held by Magellan Fund!" Guo Shouyun said slowly and condensedly.


    Looking at his deep and sharp eyes, Ned Johnson froze for a moment, and then his expression soon became serious.


    "Mr. Guo intends to acquire Merrill Lynch?"


    "That''s right!"


    The affirmative answer made Ned Johnson take a deep breath and calm down the sudden fluctuations in his heart.


    As Wall Street''s second-largest investment bank after Morgan Stanley, news of the acquisition spread. It must be an explosive news that is sensational around the world. Now he understands why Guo Shouyun asked him to sign a non-disclosure agreement as soon as he came up.


    After calming himself down, Ned Johnson stared at the man opposite him.


    "Mr. Guo''s ambition is really shocking! But Phoenix Bank is already huge enough. Are you sure that the Treasury Department will agree to your acquisition? And MG Chase, Citi, and Bank of America may not be willing to see Phoenix come to the top."


    "That''s my business. Mr. Johnson, the deal between us is an equity stake in eBay, and an equity stake in Merrill Lynch."

 v2 Chapter 737： Fidelitys rejection

    Chapter seven hundred and thirty seventh Fidelity''s rejection


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    "OK, how does Mr. Guo want to trade?"


    "Of course it''s a fair deal at the market price of the two companies!"


    Ned Johnson nodded, "I can agree, but I have one condition."


    "Please say?"


    "Fidelity must participate in the final PE financing before Ruby''s listing. And hold no less than 10% of the equity."


    Ned Johnson, the old fox, knows his advantages from this trade. So he was not polite at all.


    "Up to 5%!"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "No, it''s too little!"


    "Mr. Johnson, my promise to let Fidelity participate in Ruby''s pre-IPO financing is the biggest concession for this transaction." Guo Shouyun said in a serious tone.


    "Mr. Guo, I can refuse this deal!" Ned Johnson said without showing weakness.


    "Of course, that''s your power. But there are a lot of people with Merrill stakes aside from Fidelity, and I''m not without a second option."


    "Mr. Guo certainly has a second choice. However, the higher the degree of confidentiality in the acquisition of Merrill Lynch, the better. If Mr. Guo contacts more institutions, the risk of information leakage will be uncontrollable. In case Stan O''Neill knows about it. , with his character, I am afraid that the plan to prevent hostile takeover will be activated at the first time. At that time, if Mr. Guo wants to buy Merrill again, he will not face a blitz, but a protracted war of Verdun style. .Even if you succeed in acquiring Merrill Lynch in the end, the lost profits are far more than 5% of Ruby''s shares!"


    Looking at Ned Johnson''s confident expression, Guo Shouyun smiled lightly.


    "Mr. Johnson, since you know Stan O''Neal. You also know his vigilance about my acquisition of Merrill. You should understand that if it is not the end, how can I find you in person?"


    Ned Johnson''s expression changed.


    ����Let��s be honest, I��ve come to the end of the Merrill Lynch acquisition. The Merrill Lynch shares in Fidelity Fund are just the last guarantee of my pursuit of success. If it wasn��t for you, I could have gotten it from the stock market. I think The equity I want is somewhat risky, but if I have no choice, that''s all I have."


    "So Mr. Guo owns nearly half of Merrill''s shares?"


    "Since I became a shareholder of Merrill Lynch in 2001, I have been planning to acquire it. It was only due to the lack of strength at the time and the obstruction of Stan O''Neal that I did not directly initiate the acquisition. But in the past few years, I have not It really died down."


    Staring closely at Guo Shouyun''s eyes, after a long time, Ned Johnson did not see even the slightest timidity and concealment in it except for his confidence.


    "How much Merrill Lynch stock does Mr. Guo hold now?"


    "47.53%! If I can''t get the Merrill stake in Fidelity today, I will launch a lightning acquisition as soon as I leave here. It is not difficult to acquire a 5% stake in Merrill within three days. Moreover, I am also prepared Well enough money."


    It is backed by Phoenix Bank and its many giant-level companies. Of course Ned Johnson knew that Guo Shouyun wasn''t bad money.


    "Can I take a look at the Merrill Lynch stock warrants held by Mr. Guo?"


    "certainly!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after waving his hand, Wu Xiaojing opened the lockbox that had been prepared for a long time, and took the documents in it to Ned Johnson''s hands.


    In order to avoid being noticed by Stan O''Neill, in addition to the 27.8% held by the Bruce Foundation in 2001; the remaining 13.9%, which was secretly acquired by Liu Zhixing, was placed in the hands of more than a dozen offshore shell companies. So Ned Johnson saw a lot of stock warrants. But the authenticity is beyond doubt.


    "Why is there only 41.7% here?"


    "The remaining 5.83%, we just acquired from the Morgan family fund two hours ago, so there is no here for now."


    "Mr. Guo, don''t you only have this 41.7%?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Mr. Johnson is going to bet with me. But are you sure you can really win?"


    "I don''t quite understand what Mr. Guo meant!"


    "My point is simple. I''m already on the verge of a Merrill Lynch takeover. So if Mr Johnson feels I don''t have the 5.83% stake and want to delay it so I can raise the price. I''m sorry. , I don''t have time to spend with Mr Johnson."


    Looking at his determined look, Ned Johnson became hesitant. Guo Shouyun''s meaning is obvious, if he does not agree to the transaction today, then Fidelity''s opportunity to invest in ruby ??is in vain. And eBay''s shares naturally don''t have to be thought about.


    But the key is, is Guo Shouyun''s stake in Merrill only 41.7%, or is it really 47.53%?


    Although 5.83% of the equity is not much, it is very important at this moment!


    Ned Johnson scrutinized the expression of the man opposite, trying to find the answer to make up his mind Unfortunately, the calm self-confidence did not have any information to use.


    "I''m sorry, unless Mr. Guo agrees to my terms, I won''t sell Merrill''s shares!"


    After Ned Johnson hesitated for a while, the most important thing was to decide to gamble!


    Guo Shouyun''s heart ''tickled'', but his face did not change at all. This is the tolerance and shrewdness he has cultivated in the shopping malls for more than five years.


    After nodding, Guo Shouyun stood up and extended his right hand to Ned Johnson.


    "Although I have not reached a cooperation with Mr. Johnson, I am very happy to have today''s meeting. I hope we will have the opportunity to cooperate in the future."


    "I hope so too! However, Mr. Guo really doesn''t think about it anymore. Ruby''s 10% original stock is only, it will not threaten your control of the company. And I can guarantee that Fidelity will not invest less than any institution. ."


    Guo Shouyun shook his head, "I''m sorry, 10% is too much."


    "That''s a pity, farewell!"


    "I''ll send Mr. Johnson!"


    The two walked out of the room one after the other. Ned Johnson has been looking forward to Guo Shouyun''s retention, but even in the end, he didn''t get what he wanted. But if he gave up this rare opportunity, he was a little unwilling.


    In the constant struggle, Ned Johnson left the farm.


    "Boss, do you really not agree?" Wang Jue asked.


    Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    "Why? Ruby''s 10% original stock is obviously more important than the successful acquisition of Merrill Lynch!"


    "Johnson and Fidelity Funds are not worth Ruby''s 10% original stock."


    "what do you mean��?"


    "Let the Kunpeng go back to San Francisco, let''s take the train to New York!" Guo Shouyun replied instead.


    "By train?"


    Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing were stunned.

 v2 Chapter 738： Morgan by night

    Chapter 738: Night Visit to Morgan


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    The United States has the longest rail network in the world at 220,000 kilometers. But the equipment is old and the electrification is only 1,600 kilometers. The huge aviation market and strong automobile culture have made railway companies pay more attention to freight. In the whole of the United States, except for the American National Railroad Passenger Corporation, there is hardly a decent railroad passenger company.


    In addition, before the well-known California high-speed rail, the United States was not really a high-speed rail desert. Amtrak has a high-speed rail line called the ''Acceler Express''.


    This high-speed rail line that runs through the Northeast Corridor of the United States, connecting Washington, D.C. and Boston, and passing through Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York is the first high-speed train in North America in the true sense, with a top speed of 240 kilometers per hour, but due to the Northeast Corridor railway line The facilities are seriously aging, and the Acele Express can only travel at full speed on a part of the road. It usually travels at an average speed of about 115 kilometers per hour, only about half of its top speed.


    Even so, it was enough for Guo Shouyun. After all, Washington is no more than four hundred kilometers from New York. It''s not a waste of time to take out 4 hours to experience a different kind of American railroad.


    "Boss, we''re in New York!"


    Wang Jue reminded in the luxury two-bedroom sleeper of Amtrak.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and put away "The Barbarian at the Door" co-authored by Brian Burrough and John Hillier. This is not the first time he has read this book, but every time he reads it, he has a different harvest. The takeover battle over Reynolds Nabex brought together all the financial powers of Wall Street. Although it has been more than ten years, the financial life in it can still give him a lot of inspiration. Therefore, this book is also one of the few books that Guo Shouyun''s desk often reads.


    When leaving Washington, Guo Shouyun only brought Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing, and four bodyguards including Matthew. The light car is simple, so it is very convenient to get on and off.


    Because of the light makeup and the Americans'' blindness to Asians, no one would recognize that this tall and sturdy Chinese is the top big man in the American business world!


    As for Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing, from what Americans think of Chinese beauties exposed by the media, you know that in their eyes, a slender figure with delicate facial features is definitely not a beauty! Kardashian-style stunners with **** and big hips and **** mouths are their favorites.


    Although the Kunpeng had already diverted his attention, Guo Shouyun still chose to keep it as secret as possible when he came to New York this time. So after leaving the train station, he did not call the company or the bodyguard of the Long Island Villa to send a car to pick him up. Instead, he took a taxi and stayed at a three-star hotel in New York City.


    "Matthew?"


    "What''s your order?" Matthew, who heard the call, hurried over to answer.


    "Arrange a car...!"


    Guo Shouyun explained it seriously. Knowing Matthew quickly left to prepare.


    "Boss, why don''t we just go back to the villa on Long Island?" Wang Jue asked curiously.


    "Of course I want to go back. But I don''t know how many eyes are staring at it. As soon as I entered the house, I think all the dignitaries in New York will know that I am in New York. By then, the four hours we spent on the railway will probably be in vain. ."


    As Guo Shouyun''s wealth and power continue to increase, his schedule has become the intelligence that countless institutions want to know. In particular, Mr. Stan O''Neill, Merrill''s chief executive, sent a car to follow him every time he came to New York from outside Woodland on Long Island.


    Although he was about to start a fight with this guy for control of Merrill Lynch, Guo Shouyun still admired his perseverance.


    Of course, in addition to Stan O''Neal, there are many people who are interested in him. Such as the Schiff family, Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, etc.


    "Wang Jue, Xiaojing, Merrill Lynch''s acquisition has reached a critical period now. We must complete the acquisition of it before Stan O''Neill notices the change. Before realizing this goal, any caution cannot be overdone."


    "Yes!"


    After the two responded at the same time, Wu Xiaojing said, "Then what should we do now?"


    "Wait!"


    "Wait?"


    Guo Shouyun looked at the scorching sun at noon outside, and nodded slowly with a calm expression.


    A little bit of time passed, and the night of winter came much earlier than that of spring and summer. When the neon lanterns covered the whole city and Guo Shouyun had dinner, he finally got the answer he wanted.


    After the phone rang, Guo Shouyun pressed the answer button immediately.


    "Boss, the target has gone home."


    "Do you need anyone else to visit besides the target?"


    "Apart from the target''s family, no suspicious individuals have been noted at this time."


    "Got it, where are you waiting. I''ll be there soon."


    "Yes!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun took out his suit and put it on. These old nobles attach great importance to etiquette, and he doesn''t want to make mistakes in this regard and make the negotiation this evening any possibility of failure.


    "Boss, are you going out?"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun in a neat suit, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing said in surprise.


    "Yeah! Go out temporarily, you can stay here, I''ll be back soon."


    After he finished speaking, he didn''t explain much, and turned around and went downstairs with Matthew.


    After leaving the hotel in the car Matthew had prepared in advance, follow East Houston Street to merge into Park Avenue, then head south, cross the Manhattan Bridge and enter Long Island.


    As the destination gets closer, the traffic around it also thins out. After the car turned the corner, another car that had been waiting here followed. The two cars came one after the other and came to the outside of a vast manor.


    After looking through the car window at the manor shrouded in darkness, Guo Shouyun took out his mobile phone, found the number in the phone book, and pressed it.


    After the bell rang a few times, it was quickly connected.


    "Hey?"


    "Mr. Morgan, I hope this call didn''t disturb your rest!"


    "Is it bothering you, but to my surprise, Mr. Guo will call me at night."


    "And something more surprising to Mr. Morgan!"


    "Oh? What?"


    "I want to meet Mr. Morgan."


    "Okay, when?"


    "Now!"


    "What? Now?" Old Morgan was surprised, "Mr. Guo, do you know it''s nine o''clock in the evening? Besides, you''re not going back to San Francisco... Wait, are you in New York now?"


    "Not only am I in New York. I''m outside Mr. Morgan''s right now!"


    While speaking, Guo Shouyun waved to the window, and the bodyguard who was instructed walked to the gate of Morgan Manor and rang the doorbell.


    "...I think Mr. Morgan will soon be asked by the housekeeper."


    "Dong dong...!"


    Through his mobile phone, Guo Shouyun faintly heard a knock on the door over there.


    "Mr. Guo really gave me a big surprise. But I''m more curious about the purpose of your late-night visit."


    "After we meet, Mr. Morgan will naturally understand."


    "That''s right!...Wait a minute, I''ll ask someone to open the door for you."


    "Okay, see you later!"


    "See you soon!"


    After hanging up, Guo Shouyun waited for about five minutes. The originally closed courtyard door slowly opened to both sides. Looking at the hardened road in front of the manor, without Guo Shouyun''s instructions, the bodyguards have already started the car and drove in along the way.


    After the car went around a fountain square, it stopped in front of the main villa of the manor.


    After Guo Shouyun got out of the car, an elderly Huafa man in a neat suit and meticulously dressed up greeted him with a smile.


    This person, Guo Shouyun, had already met once when he visited Morgan Manor last time.


    "Mr. Brown!" Guo Shouyun greeted.


    Charles Brown, the old housekeeper of the Morgan family has been working here for nearly 40 years, taking care of the Morgan family for three generations. Respected within the Morgan family.


    "Mr. Guo, the master is waiting for you in the reception room. May I come please."


    "thanks!"


    Under the leadership of Butler Charles, Guo Shouyun came to the living room of the main building of the Morgan family. This is Guo Shouyun''s second visit.


    "Please!"


    After he opened the door, Guo Shouyun stepped in. At this time, Frederick Peabody Morgan, who was already neatly dressed, got up with a smile and greeted Mr. Morgan Mr. Morgan, it is an honor to have the opportunity to visit again. "


    "It is also my honor to receive such a distinguished guest as Mr. Guo! ... Please take a seat!"


    "thanks!"


    After the two were seated, Charles Brown served them prepared tea.


    "Mr. Morgan has a heart, thank you!" Guo Shouyun said, smelling the long-lost tea fragrance.


    "Mr. Guo likes it!" After examining his expression, Old Morgan said straight to the point, "I don''t know the purpose of Mr. Guo''s visit late at night. Can you tell me now?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, stared at each other and said, "I want to acquire the 5.83% stake in Merrill Lynch held by the Morgan family fund."


    "Merrill Lynch''s equity?" Old Morgan thought, "Mr. Guo intends to buy Merrill Lynch?"


    At this time, hiding is completely unnecessary.


    "That''s right!"


    "I remember last year, Harvey wanted to use this part of the equity in exchange for investment opportunities in Google and Ruby, but was rejected by Mr. Guo? Why is he taking the initiative to buy it now?"


    Harvey Peabody Morgan, second son of Morgan Sr. He is also the core member of the Morgan family who has the closest relationship with Guo Shouyun.


    "Because I wasn''t ready to buy Merrill at the time. Accepting this deal rashly would only make Stan O''Neal wary and completely lose the possibility of buying Merrill. So, even if I wanted to, I would only can refuse."


    "I see!" After a pause, "So, Mr. Guo is now ready to acquire Merrill Lynch?"


    "Yes!"


    "Can you tell me briefly?"


    "I already own 46.7% of Merrill Lynch!" Guo Shouyun nodded and smiled.


    Old Morgan''s pupils tightened instantly, this news is really amazing!

 v2 Chapter 739： right to vote

    Chapter 739 Voting Rights


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    This time Guo Shouyun directly took out the Merrill Lynch shares he owned.


    "There seems to be only 41.7% here."


    Old Morgan asked the same question as Ned Johnson. And Guo Shouyun also came up with the same answer.


    "We just acquired 5.4% of Merrill''s shares held by Fidelity Fund, but the time is too short, and the stock certificate has not yet been obtained." Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    He had already made up his mind that if the Morgan family''s terms were too high, he would go and do a deal with Fidelity. Choose one of the two, there is always one that suits you. Therefore, he is not afraid to expose his trump card.


    Looking at his expression, old Morgan, despite his scheming, did not see any favorable factors for this negotiation.


    "If the deal, what will the Morgan family get?" After a moment of contemplation, the old Morgan did not study the issue of equity. In his view, 41.7% is already an astonishing figure. On this basis, as long as you are willing to spend money, it is not difficult to get a controlling stake in Merrill Lynch. Therefore, whether 5.4% of Fidelity Fund''s shares are really in Guo Shouyun''s hands is not important to the old Morgan.


    "I''m going to push for the Phoenix-Merrill Lynch merger. If Mr. Morgan is willing to help with this, you can get no more than 20 percent of the original stock in the new company."


    Old Morgan squinted his eyes, this temptation is really big enough! With the respective assets of Phoenix Bank and Merrill Lynch, once the two sides merge, they will inevitably surpass Citigroup and become the largest bank in the United States. Certainly the largest bank in the world. If you can get 20% of the original shares of the bank, and when it goes public, the Morgan family can get billions of dollars in returns, even tens of billions of dollars.


    Of course, the difficulty will be extraordinarily amazing. At least these competitors, including Citi, Bank of America, ****, do not want to see a big guy climb on their heads.


    "Mr. Guo''s appetite is still as shocking as before. However, if you want to promote the merger of Phoenix and Merrill, you and I may not be able to succeed!"


    "Of course, so I plan to repeat the story of Unocal''s financing after the successful acquisition of Merrill."


    Hearing this, several prominent names such as the Bush family, the Roosevelt family, the Kennedy family, the Blackstone Group, and the CapitaLand Group appeared in the mind of the old Morgan.


    If you add Morgan and Guo Shouyun''s own influence, it is indeed promising to promote the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch.


    "You pulled so many people to invest, and promised Morgan at least 20% of the original stock. What? You don''t pursue controlling the Phoenix Bank?"


    Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    ��Phoenix now has about $700 billion in assets and Merrill Lynch has $1.85 trillion in assets. If the two merged, the new Phoenix Merrill Lynch would have a combined total of $2.55 trillion, according to Merrill and Phoenix��s 2004 balance sheets. Assets, 120 billion core capital, 80 billion US dollars in total revenue, and 15 billion US dollars in net profit, surpassing Citigroup and becoming the world''s largest comprehensive financial institution. Such a huge financial institution is destined to become private property. Otherwise, even if we are all together With force, Congress will not approve the Merrill Lynch-Phoenix merger proposal."


    Old Morgan nodded in appreciation, "It''s rare that you have such a clear understanding."


    Guo Shouyun smiled slightly. He gave up the absolute controlling stake in Phoenix Merrill Lynch Bank. Although there are factors to reduce the obstacles set up by Congress, it is more for the subprime mortgage crisis three years later.


    In this financial crisis that started on Wall Street and spread to the world, even Phoenix Merrill Lynch didn''t lose much on subprime bonds. But also because of the stock market crash, the stock price will fall sharply. This is determined by the general environment, not Guo Shouyun personally can change.


    Therefore, under this systemic risk, the more Phoenix Merrill Lynch shares are held, the greater the loss. Therefore, the best way is to hold a certain amount of shares, and then get more than half of the voting rights to ensure control of the company. Wait until the worst of the economic crisis to enter the market and buy the dip.


    "Although I won''t ask for absolute control, I hope that I can control no less than 35% of the shares and have at least 51% of the voting rights." Guo Shouyun said.


    "This is no problem for me. I believe other people will agree. After all, your management of Phoenix in the past five years has been enough to reflect your financial talent and business talent far beyond ordinary people."


    "Your affirmation is the greatest compliment to me!"


    After the old Morgan smiled, "After the merger, when do you plan to relist Phoenix Merrill Lynch?"


    "If the merger goes well, I need about a year for internal business integration and personnel adjustments. So the middle of next year will be the right time to go public!"


    After nodding his head in agreement, "Since it is the merger of Merrill Lynch and Phoenix, then there is no need to sell the 5.83% of Merrill Lynch shares held by the Morgan family fund to you. I can write a license agreement to transfer this part of the shares. The voting rights are authorized for your use."


    Guo Shouyun briefly thought about it and then nodded As long as he has more than 50% of the voting rights in the stock, he can completely control Merrill Lynch. As for whether the specific stock is in his own hands, it is secondary. .


    Now that the agreement was reached, Morgan and Guo Shouyun soon signed a one-year equity management transfer agreement.


    Guo Shouyun breathed a sigh of relief when both parties signed and made the agreement truly legal. With this 5.83% authorization, the voting shares he owns reach 47.53%. As long as 2.48% of Merrill Lynch shares are acquired from the secondary market, the absolute controlling stake of Merrill Lynch can be completely grasped. Victory was in his hands.


    Merrill Lynch''s current total share capital is 1.517 billion US dollars, 2.48% of the shares are 37.63 million shares. Merrill Lynch''s trading volume in one day is close to 20 million shares, and Guo Shouyun can get this part of the equity from the secondary market within three days at most, but no more than four days.


    Compared to his speed, Stan O''Neal wants to buy back the stock first to get the approval of the board, and then to raise funds. It will take at least two to three days for him to really start working. During this time, Guo Shouyun had already obtained the equity he wanted.


    However, don''t be afraid of ten thousand just in case. Whether it is the blessing of Centennial Merrill, or Stan O''Neill''s personal connections on Wall Street, he can use external funds to compete with Guo Shouyun for the equity of Merrill. In case of any white knight, Guo Shouyun''s acquisition of Merrill Lynch may fail. Although this possibility is very small, he can''t ignore it.


    Therefore, after getting the authorization of Old Morgan, Guo Shouyun returned to the hotel non-stop. But he did not rest, but took Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing to check out, and left New York quietly.


    Of course, instead of going back to San Francisco, he came to Washington again.


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 v2 Chapter 740： late night visit

    Chapter seven hundred and fortieth late night visit


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    "Why don''t you go to rest?"


    Looking at his wife who came in through the door, Ned Johnson looked at the time, and it was almost midnight before he knew it.


    "Is it so late?"


    Kelly Johnson sat down, put the poured warm water on the table, took a vitamin C and a vitamin B tablet and handed them to her husband. For people who stay up late, taking vitamin C helps to remove dark circles and protect the immune system; while vitamin B helps to expel toxins from the body and protect the optic nerve.


    After taking the pills and taking them with warm water, Ned Johnson thanked him.


    "Have you made up your mind yet?"


    "How could I have made up my mind so quickly with a multi-billion dollar deal involved," sighed Ned Johnson.


    "If you''re really having a hard time making up your mind, we can walk away from the deal. Merrill is doing well after all, and we can still make a lot of money by holding it long-term."


    "Kelly, you are wrong. Merrill Lynch is a traditional financial stock, although its stock will continue to rise with the development of the US economy, but its potential is limited after all. Continuing to hold will not allow us to obtain excessive revenue. But the Internet is different. The Nasdaq crisis squeezed the bubble of the Internet industry. With the continuous growth of the number of Internet users around the world, Internet services have become more and more widespread and deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. This is a blue ocean still hidden in the fog. There is huge growth in the future.��


    ����And Ruby is the giant that is currently on par with eBay and Yahoo among many Internet companies in Silicon Valley. Although it has not yet been listed, the evaluation agency has given a valuation of 40 billion US dollars. But as the world��s largest Internet community, content Involving more than a dozen businesses such as professional social networking, life social networking, news, email, financial information, third-party transactions, etc., the future of Ruby Company, which has penetrated into every aspect of the lives of countless netizens, is bound to be even more amazing than the present. Therefore, we must not miss it. "


    There is amazing firmness in Ned Johnson''s tone!


    "Then why didn''t you agree to the other party''s conditions when we met this morning?"


    "I wanted to get 10% of the original shares, but Bruce Kuo was only willing to give 5%. I thought he didn''t have stock warrants and 5.83% of Merrill Lynch''s common stock was just bluffing, so I planned to take the opportunity to squeeze it. I didn''t expect his The attitude is so firm." After sighing, Ned Johnson shook his head slightly, "I really don''t understand, with his ingenuity, can''t he understand, what is the difference between Ruby''s 10% original stock financing conditions and the complete acquisition of Merrill Lynch? Is it light or heavy?"


    "Maybe he actually got that 5.83 percent of Merrill?" Kelly Johnson said.


    Ned Johnson shook his head after pondering for a moment: "It''s impossible. If he really owns the 5.83% stake, why didn''t he take out the stock certificate? Even if he just acquired it successfully, when it comes to such an important transaction, He should also use a fax to boost his negotiating leverage. Plus, Washington, D.C. is only an hour away from New York. If he does win the Merrill stake held by the Morgan family fund, he can completely Delay the meeting for a while."


    "Maybe he has another reason?" Kelly Johnson said.


    "Maybe, but I''d rather take a gamble!"


    "What if you fail?"


    "That just means that God didn''t arrange for me to get this wealth." Ned Johnson shrugged.


    Kelly Johansson smiled and stroked her husband''s hair, the way they used to be intimate.


    "Since you''ve figured it out, can we go to bed now?"


    "certainly!"


    As soon as Ned Johnson finished speaking, his cell phone on the table rang.


    Picking it up and looking at the caller ID, he was shocked, and after he quickly signaled his wife to keep quiet, he pressed the answer button of his new Nokia.


    "Mr. Guo, it''s a surprise to receive your call so late!"


    "I hope it doesn''t disturb Mr. Johnson''s rest!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "If the call is good news, I don''t think I''d mind."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "I can''t think of anything unexpected, it should be good news!"


    "Oh? So Mr. Guo agreed?"


    "Mr. Johnson, how about we meet and talk?" Guo Shouyun didn''t answer directly.


    "Meet and chat?"


    "That''s right! I''m right outside Mr. Johnson''s house now."


    As soon as he finished speaking, the phone on Ned Johnson''s desk rang. He quickly picked it up and put it to his ear, and sure enough, he confirmed the contents of the phone call from his housekeeper.


    "Sir, a guest rang the doorbell!"


    "Understood, open the door to let them in, and arrange to be in the living room. I''ll go down soon."


    "Yes!"


    "Welcome Mr. Guo to visit. I''ll change my clothes and go down to see you soon."


    "Okay, see you later!"


    "See you soon!"


    Hanging up the phone, Ned Johnson took a deep breath and stood up.


    "Bruce Guo is really here?" Kelly Johnson asked in surprise.


    "Well, here we come!"


    "How did he choose to come at this time, it''s almost early morning now."


    "I don''t know. But something must have happened. Come on, I''ll change."


    "Do you still need me to accompany you?"


    "No. We signed a non-disclosure agreement at the beginning, and you are not suitable to come forward."


    Kelly Johnson nodded and said nothing.


    Back in the bedroom, with the help of his wife, he took off his pajamas and put on a suit. Ned Johnson, who was tidy, got up and went downstairs. After entering the living room, I saw the tall figure also wearing a neat dark blue suit.


    "Mr. Johnson, please forgive me for disturbing you late at night!"


    Holding the right hand that the other party took the initiative to stretch out in front of him, Ned Johnson smiled and said, "If I hear good news in a while, then even if it is a little later, I will be happy to receive Mr. Guo."


    "Of course it''s good news!"


    "That''s not to disturb."


    The two smiled at each other.


    "Please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    After Ned Johnson''s butler served coffee, the two tacitly cleared out all those who had not participated in the negotiation in the morning.


    With the faint aroma of coffee lingering, Ned Johnson said directly: "Can Mr. Guo speak now?"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, and after a slight wave of his hand, Wang Jue, who was standing on the side, directly put the 5.83% voting rights transfer agreement that he had just obtained from the Morgan family in front of Ned Johnson.


    After picking it up and taking a quick glance, his expression changed instantly.


    "Is this what Mr. Guo called good news?"


    "With this agreement, we can successfully reach a cooperation agreement. Isn''t this good news?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    After listening, Ned Johnson had the urge to punch him. Of course, it''s just impulsive.


    After taking a few deep breaths, Ned Johnson calmed down.


    "Since Mr. Guo has got what he wants, why did he come back to me?"


    "Because I want to be foolproof " after a pause, "continue this morning''s negotiation, in exchange for eBay''s equity, and then Fidelity''s VC fund can get 5% when Ruby goes public. original stock. "


    "What if I refuse?" Ned Johnson said after a moment of thought.


    "The agreement between us is invalid. Tomorrow I will buy Merrill''s shares directly from the secondary market. It''s only 2.48% of the shares. In terms of Merrill''s turnover rate of about 5%, I will be able to get my own in two to three days. want something."


    "Mr. Guo is really resolute!"


    Ned Johnson, who has realized that he has lost the bargaining chip, sighed.


    "I just don''t want to have an unexpected twist on this."


    Ned Johnson nodded, "I promise your terms!"


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes brightened with joy.


    "Sign the agreement now!"


    "Can!"


    Ned Johnson is also a decisive person. After realizing that he has no room to bid, he immediately intends to put what he likes in his pocket.


    According to the agreement between the two parties, the value of 3.2 billion US dollars, 5.4% of Merrill Lynch stock. Guo Shouyun replaced it with eBay shares of the same value. In addition, before Ruby''s listing, Fidelity Fund has the right to obtain 5% of the original shares of Ruby''s company at market price.


    Seeing the black and white agreement in his hand, Guo Shouyun finally breathed a sigh of relief.


    With Fidelity''s 5.4% stake in Merrill, his stake in Merrill has reached 47.1%. Plus 5.83% of the voting rights of the shares. 52.93% of the voting rights have completely obtained the absolute controlling interest of Merrill Lynch.


    "After a busy day, everything is finally settled!"


    At this moment, although the body is very tired, Guo Shouyun''s spirit is extremely excited!


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 v2 Chapter 741： House of Cards (Part 1)

    Chapter 741 House of Cards (Part 1)


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    Because of staying up late, Guo Shouyun got up a little late the next day. But after he got dressed and got up, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing greeted him worriedly.


    "What happen to you guys?"


    "Boss, look!"


    Wang Jue handed over a stack of newspapers in his hand, all of which were the latest today.


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    At the top is the New York Times, which is also Guo Shouyun''s must-read newspaper every morning when he eats breakfast. Newspapers are one of the most convenient sources of important information about the country in a time long before smartphones became commonplace.


    After opening it, I saw that the front page of the New York Times read "Silicon Valley Rich Supports the Hot War in Iraq" in black and enlarged font.


    What follows seems to paint him as a staunch supporter of war.


    Not only the New York Times, but the Christian Monitor also published similar content on the front page with the headline ''I Support War''.


    In addition, the typical conservative media, the "Wall Street Journal" and "Washington Times", which usually slander him in the newspapers, sang his praises uncharacteristically this time.


    The Wall Street Journal openly wrote in the newspaper, "All Americans should learn from Bruce Guo, firmly support Washington''s military operations in Iraq, and safeguard the interests of the United States of America."


    "The New York Times, The Christian Monitor, The Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Times, four national newspapers, as well as a dozen local media outlets have covered your support for the Iraq War. Disseminated with modern information Speed, this will soon become national news. It will even spread to the world." Wang Jue said firmly, "Boss, we must take certain measures to prevent this risk."


    Wu Xiaojing nodded in agreement, "Now, as President Bush begins his second term and the war in Iraq continues, there has been a fierce debate in the United States over war and anti-war. At this critical moment, it is obvious to push the boss out. Someone wants you to get involved in this whirlpool and become a target for people to vent their emotions."


    After listening, Guo Shouyun sighed inwardly while looking at the newspaper in his hand.


    "This is really a wave of unresolved waves!"


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    The phone in his pocket suddenly rang.


    After taking a look at the caller ID, he pressed the answer button.


    "Hey, Wendy...!"


    "Bruce, have you read this morning''s newspaper?" Guo Shouyun was interrupted by the impatient Wendy before he could finish speaking.


    "Look!"


    "It''s all about your pro-war remarks. When pro-war and anti-war confrontation is fierce, they publish this kind of news, obviously with bad intentions. We should go to court to sue them." Wendy''s emotional response road.


    "Okay, Wendy. Calm down for a moment. Court prosecution obviously won''t solve the problem, and now more than half of the people in the United States support war. If we deny war, it means that we are on the opposite side of them. We also stand. The opposite of Washington, which is not desirable."


    "��Also, you understand the nature of news dissemination. Our prosecution will only accelerate the dissemination of this information, not inhibit it at all."


    "Don''t you care about that?"


    "Of course you have to manage it, but you can''t solve it with a lawsuit." After a pause, "Don''t worry, I will have a solution."


    "Well, I believe you!"


    "How is it today, is your body okay?"


    "Dr White just checked me out yesterday and the kids are all healthy!"


    "That''s good. Leave the outside affairs to me, and you can just wait for the delivery in peace."


    After explaining, Guo Shouyun hung up the phone. After a brief consideration, Guo Shouyun called Karl Rove.


    "Karl, did you see today''s paper?"


    "I see! What are you going to do?"


    "I haven''t figured it out yet. But I want to find out who is behind the push." ??Guo Shouyun said in a serious tone.


    "I''ll help you investigate this matter. But didn''t you notice it before?"


    "I noticed some, but I didn''t expect them to attack it. Also, I''m not sure how many people are standing in the dark."


    "What are the forces that you already know?"


    "The Schiffs and Bear Stearns."


    "Bear Stearns?"


    "Charles Prince left Citigroup and became President and COO of Bear Stearns."


    Karl Rove suddenly realized that although Guo Shouyun''s bet with Citigroup in 2001 was finally resolved because of 9.11, Citigroup suffered a huge loss in gold futures, losing billions of dollars. Directly let the then Citi CEO Charles Prince be expelled from the board of directors.


    Later, after a year of silence, he became the president and chief operating officer of Bear Stearns, the fifth largest investment bank on Wall Street, at the invitation of Jimmy Cain.


    Jimmy Cain is Chairman and Chief Operating Officer of Bear Stearns.


    "It seems that Charles Prince really misses you!" Karl Rove laughed.


    "Understandable, after all, I made him lose the Citi CEO throne."


    "Since you know who the enemy is, why didn''t you act sooner?"


    "You have to get rid of the disease, otherwise it will only recur in the future. So I have to wait for all these guys to jump out before I do it. And with the scale of publicity seen today, the Schiff family and Bear Stearns alone can''t do it."


    Karl Rove nodded in agreement.


    "I will investigate and help you as soon as possible."


    "Thank you, Carl!"


    "Bruce, we''ve been friends for many years, you''re welcome!"


    After hanging up the phone, Karl Rove''s smile disappeared, looked at the two people sitting in front of him, and said coldly, "I think you heard the call just now, should you be satisfied?"


    "Karl, don''t say that. We''re all in the same boat!"


    A middle-aged man with a slender face and slightly curled hair smiled.


    "Jerry Middledell, if I had a choice, I shouldn''t have gone to that **** banquet at all! I wouldn''t have blinded you as a friend."


    Looking at his fire-breathing eyes, Barclays Capital President Jerry Middledell smiled shyly. To be honest, if he hadn''t brought Karl Rove to the well-built wine bureau of the man behind him, and used the next trick to stun the other party and take pictures, I''m afraid this college roommate wouldn''t be so easy to compromise.


    "Karl, even without a picture of Jerry. If we broke the news of your betrayal of Valerie Prime''s identity to the press, you''d be ruined too."


    "Richard Bruce Cheney, do you really think that just ''selling out Valerie Prime''s spy status'' will make me compromise?"


    Meeting his icy gaze, Vice President Richard Bruce Cheney shrugged.


    "Probably not. But now you have no choice, don''t you? And, if Bruce Guo knew that it was you who disclosed to us his plans to acquire Merrill Lynch, and it was still at the stage when his acquisition plan was about to be implemented, If he is destroyed by us, do you think he will trust you as a friend again?"


    A trace of pain flashed in Karl Rove''s eyes. He has done everything in his life to help countless Republicans enter the political arena, and even personally sent George W. Bush to the presidency, but in the end he himself fell into a trap carefully laid out by others.


    This is the biggest joke God has ever given him!


    "I have helped you get the information you want, and now you can go!" Karl Rove waved his hand tiredly.


    Jerry Middledell and Richard Bruce Cheney looked at each other and stood up at the same time.


    "Carl, Bruce Guo has violated the interests of too many people. And a yellow-skinned infidel is not allowed on the American table. So even without you, this operation will not be cancelled. Your good friend , will become insignificant in the future.��


    Karl Rove stood up and looked directly at Richard Bruce Cheney and said, "In 2001, people from Citi, ING, the Bahrain family, the Schiff family, and the Enron Alliance were as confident as you, and the result was Enron. And the Bahrain family fell apart, and Citi, the Schiffs, and ING lost a lot. Do you really think Bruce is so easy to deal with?��


    Richard Bruce Cheney smiled faintly, "Our current alliance is ten times stronger than the Citi Alliance three years ago. UU Reading "


    "Bruce Guo''s strength is ten times stronger than three years ago!"


    Richard Bruce Cheney''s expression instantly turned gloomy. To be honest, with their entangled forces, the reason why they used the tricks to harass Karl Rove is not a sign of lack of confidence? !


    "I hope Bruce Guo can live up to your expectations! Goodbye!"


    Looking at the two who turned and left, Karl Rove''s face became gloomy. After a while, he shook his head with a wry smile, "Bruce, I''m sorry! After all, I still love myself more!"


    ��


    "Richard, what are the chances of our success this time?"


    Sitting in the car on the way back, Jerry Middledell asked suddenly after a long silence.


    Glancing at him, "Why do you ask that?"


    "We are dealing with a business giant that can mobilize hundreds of billions of dollars and is supported by more than a dozen large companies, and Bruce Guo''s strength and wisdom have been vividly demonstrated in the past five years..."


    After the voice gradually faded, Jerry Middledell slowly shook his head.


    "Since you don''t have enough confidence in yourself, why are you still involved?"


    "I needed money, and they gave me that! Barclays also covets Bruce Guo''s property." Jerry Middledell shrugged.


    "I''m the same as you! But the success or failure of this matter has little to do with us. We''ve got our share, as long as we get what we need to do. As for the rest, it''s Wall Street and those Something for business tycoons to think about."


    Jerry Middledell nodded.


    The car pulled into a manor outside Washington. After they were brought into the parlour by the servants, the people who were waiting here stood up.

 v2 Chapter 742： House of Cards (middle)

    Chapter 742 House of Cards (middle)


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    If Guo Shouyun is here, he will be surprised, there are really many acquaintances here. For example, Jon Winkreed, Co-President and Co-COO of Goldman Sachs, Steven Volcker, Vice Chairman of Citigroup, Daniel Trotter, President and COO of ING Group in the Netherlands, and President of Bear Stearns and Chief Operating Officer Charles Prince, and Merrill Lynch Chairman and Chief Operating Officer Stan O''Neill.


    Heir to the Schiff family, William Schiff, director of the Schiff family fund; John Watson, president and chief operating officer of Chevron Texaco; Carl Corey, CEO of Comscat; Steven, CEO of Halliburton Energy Vin Liping; General Electric Executive Vice President Gary Schwartz; Maersk Group Chairman Jim Hagerman.


    If you add US Vice President Richard Bruce Cheney, and Barclays Capital CEO Jerry Midell. There are 13 people in the whole room, representing the most powerful forces in the financial, industrial and political circles.


    "How about it?"


    Stan O''Neal asked first.


    "The other party does not know that his plan to acquire Merrill has been leaked. At present, as we expected, his energy has been attracted by today''s press release, and the hostile targets are mainly Bear Stearns and the Schiff family fund."


    "We''re really unlucky to be treated like the first bird every time!" Charles Prince laughed.


    William Schiff, who was represented, frowned slightly and didn''t say much. In fact, he didn''t want the Schiff family fund to get involved in a showdown that he didn''t think had a good chance of winning. But helplessly, my father was very interested in this, and my mother was also resentful about the fact that Bruce Guo destroyed the Balin family and completely made his mother''s family a historical garbage. Therefore, even if he didn''t want to, he had to rush to Washington to participate in this huge "Kuo movement".


    Stan O''Neal breathed a sigh of relief. He was the most nervous of all, because once Bruce Kwok started, it would be a battle for the management of Merrill Lynch. Despite the support of many allies here, as long as he thinks that Guo Shouyun has been preparing for the acquisition of Merrill for more than three years, his scalp tingles.


    What really scares you is not the kind of enemy who stands in the clear and has strength but is reckless; it is the kind of enemy who is forbearing and cautious, and after raising enough chips, sees the opportunity to strike a deadly enemy.


    Guo Shouyun obviously belongs to the latter, and he is very powerful!


    "We should act now, we can''t wait any longer," Stan O''Neal said.


    "O''Neal, don''t be impatient. As long as Bruce Guo has not acquired Merrill''s shares on a large scale in the secondary market, it means that the Merrill shares he holds are far from meeting the criteria for acquiring Merrill." Steven Walker Road.


    "It''s been more than three years, who knows how many shares of Merrill has been acquired by Bruce Guo secretly in the past three years? In case he intends to be only 2%, 1%, or even less than the absolute controlling stake of 50.1%. When will I start? I''m afraid that when I realize that something is wrong, I won''t be able to return to the sky. "


    After a pause, Stan O''Neal sneered: "I think you are planning to let Bruce Guo spend as much of his liquidity as possible on the acquisition of Merrill Lynch, so that he will not have enough capital to support the market and save himself. . So you can make a lot of money unscrupulously."


    "O''Neal, you know, we won''t allow Bruce Guo to buy Merrill, otherwise, with Merrill''s strength, it will only give him more cash flow." Daniel Trotter said.


    "You better understand that."


    Seeing that there was some silence and rigidity in the atmosphere, Jon Winkreed changed the subject.


    "Silicon Valley is ready. Now that the media has heated up the Iraq War and Bruce Guo''s topic, we can do it. In addition, O''Neal''s concerns are also very reasonable. After more than three years of preparation, we don''t know what Bruce Guo is in the hands of. How many shares of Merrill Lynch do you hold, so you can''t wait any longer. Merrill Lynch must issue new shares immediately to dilute Bruce Guo''s equity in Merrill. ... The next step is to short LinkedIn, forcing Bruce Guotoshi and tightening him Chain of funds. . . . The matrix is ??next.��


    "Karl, it''s time to throw out the Conscat-Matrix negotiation."


    Cal Gary nodded. "The reason I joined this negotiation was to get the Matrix Company. I hope you all keep that in mind."


    "Of course! Everyone has their own goals! That''s why we can all come together. I''m sure we''ll all abide by the contracts we made with each other!" Jon Winkreed said.


    "Then get ready to start!"


    ��


    Guo Shouyun didn''t know that he would face a bigger dilemma than he now expected.


    Although the reports fueled by the newspapers made him entangled in the whirlpool of war and anti-war, he was in a good mood when he had already succeeded in the competition for Merrill.


    "The global economy is improving, and many lines of gold are blocked!"


    "Bear gold, the big trend on Wall Street."


    "OPEC''s production expansion was successful, and oil prices fell below $42 per barrel."


    "Wall Street analysts are bearish on oil!"


    Major U.S. financial media such as The Wall Street Journal, Fortune, and Barron''s are full of long-term bearish reports on gold and oil futures. And analysts at Merrill Lynch and Goldman Sachs are promoting these claims. Despite positive signals on gold and oil futures issued by Forbes, Ruby''s LinkedIn News and Global Fortune, and Phoenix Bank, the price of gold and oil futures is still unavoidable. fell.


    Of course, the decline is not too big. Far from touching the warning line set by Guo Shouyun on gold and oil futures.


    So, after just paying attention to these financial news, I turned my attention to other aspects.


    It is already the fifth day since he returned to San Francisco from Washington, and he is not in a hurry when he is sure to take absolute control of Merrill Lynch. Ready to wait for a week to spend the 2005 Chinese New Year of the Rooster. With the importance he attaches to the Chinese New Year in his bones, he plans to go home first to pass the Spring Festival, and then go to New York to let Stan O''Neal get out of the way!


    But there are always things that he didn''t expect.


    "Boss, Conscart has rejected our conditions. They want to get 51% of the equity in the new company, as well as the CEO seat." Buddy Morris said angrily on the phone.


    Guo Shouyun frowned, "I remember last time, didn''t they agree to share the controlling stake and CEO seat of the new company with us? Why did they suddenly change their minds?"


    "They replied that it was the decision of the Constadt board because they felt that the assets and future of Matrix were not worth the high price they paid."


    Guo Shouyun thought for a while, "Since their asking price is too high, let''s reject it. It''s not like we can''t do it without Conscart!"


    "Yes!" After replying, "Boss, I always feel that this time is a bit strange. In the three months we negotiated with Don Scarter, they have suddenly raised the offer three times when the two sides were about to reach an agreement. It seems to be dragging us on purpose!"


    "What do you think Conscart''s purpose is?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "I don''t know. I can''t think of a reason for them to do this! But normal business negotiations don''t do this." Buddy Morris said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement. After thinking for a moment, "No matter what the purpose behind Comscat is, as long as we ensure that our business develops normally and has sufficient cash flow, the Matrix will not suffer any crisis."


    "Um!"


    "Is the Gary Barber lawsuit now settled?"


    "It''s still deadlocked!"


    This is the case with commercial litigation in the United States. It is normal for a lawsuit to last five or six years. Similar to the patent battle between Apple and Microsoft for the graphical interface of the operating system, it took nearly a decade before the two sides reached a settlement under the pressure of Jobs. However, the lengthy legal proceedings are too time-consuming and consume the energy of enterprise managers. If it is not necessary, Guo Shouyun is willing to spend some money to reach an out-of-court settlement.


    "Gary Barber''s conditions are still the same?"


    "Yes. He''s still asking us to pay him $70 million in retirement money!"


    "It''s just wishful thinking. If he wants to fight a lawsuit, then satisfy him!"


    "Yes! ... Boss, there is one more thing."


    "what?"


    "Robert Cohen refused to direct ''The Mummy 3: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor'', and Rachel Weisz also turned down the female lead."


    "Why? Didn''t we all talk about it at the beginning?"


    "He... they said they don''t want to cooperate with a company that supports the war!" Buddy Morris said in a timid tone.


    Guo Shouyun''s brows furrowed instantly, and the anger in his heart soared. However, the calm skills he had practiced for a long time made him calm down again after taking a few deep breaths.


    "Since they don''t want to, we don''t have to force it. Hollywood has directors and actors who are willing to cooperate."


    "Yes!"


    "Also, I don''t want to see them in the Matrix Company''s movie production list in the future!" Guo Shouyun said coldly.


    Openly tearing up the signed contract means that almost all the preparatory work for "The Mummy 3" has to be completely overturned. This at least cost Matrix millions of dollars, and it''s good not to sue them.


    "...In addition, when the company signs another contract in the future, the liquidated damages will be doubled!"


    "clear!"


    Guo Shouyun hung up after Buddy Morris said there was nothing else to do. But he just hung up when a new call came in.


    "Boss, just received the news. Richard Grubman will replace West Martin as Maersk Group''s Trusted CEO!" Will Harrington said.


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 v2 Chapter 743： House of Cards (Part 2)

    Chapter 743 House of Cards (Part 2)


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    "Sure enough, everything is as we guessed!"


    At the beginning, Richard Grubman rejected his invitation after the two sides had negotiated the terms. The biggest reason could only be the CEO position of Maersk Group.


    Compared with the nascent Universal company, it is obvious that the Maersk Group, whose business involves container transportation, logistics, terminal operations, oil and gas exploration and production, has assets as high as 45 billion US dollars, which is almost three times that of the Universal company. Bouman''s temptation is even greater. Moreover, he is more familiar with the operation of Maersk than Universal, who has worked here for more than ten years. In Guo Shouyun''s position in Richard Grubman, I am afraid he will make the same choice as the other party.


    "Focus on Richard Grubman for now. Any other news from the Information Management Department?"


    "Around Target Nine was Paul Hughes, executive vice president, head of Goldman''s PE business unit."


    "Goldman Sachs? It seems that no matter where they go, they are not alone!"


    "Any more?"


    "Target 3 was in Washington on January 27 of this year, coincidentally, Target 7 and the eldest son of Target 2 were there, and we also found Jon, co-president and co-COO of Goldman Sachs. Wincred, Citigroup Vice Chairman Steven Volcker, and ING Group President and Chief Operating Officer Daniel Trotter."


    ����John Watson, President and COO of Chevron Texaco; Carl Corey, CEO of Comscat; Steven Liping, CEO of Halliburton Energy; Gary Schwar, Executive Vice President of General Electric Maersk Group Chairman Jim Hageman. Vice President Richard Bruce Cheney and Barclays Capital CEO Jerry Midell all in the same place.��


    Guo Shouyun stood up with a ''teng'', and his face was full of shock as he was short of breath!


    "Is the news accurate?"


    he asked hastily.


    "Exactly, we checked the license plate number of each car and tracked the destination of all the cars. It is guaranteed that there will be no mistakes."


    Guo Shouyun took a deep breath and calmed down a little in his heart that was pounding.


    "Will, you gave me a big ''surprise'' this time!"


    "Boss, I think this is bad news."


    "No, this is good news! The enemies lurking in the dark are even more terrifying. Now, although our opponents are amazing, as long as we know who they are, we can find a solution earlier." After a pause, Guo Shouyun thought deeply. After a while, "re-order these people according to their importance, and then scatter all our secrets. From now on, I want to know where these people are every day, and what they do."


    "Yes!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun no longer had the thought to pick up the chair and sit back again. With all kinds of thoughts spinning in his mind, he once again experienced the tension and excitement of the confrontation with Citigroup before 9/11.


    ��All the mists have been lifted, Conscart��s negotiation delay is a distraction; bullish bullishness in gold and oil markets is to make it difficult for me to draw investments in gold and oil futures; I get involved in war and rebellion Is the whirlpool of public opinion about the war for the ruby?"


    Before he could finish what he said to himself, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing hurriedly pushed the door and walked in.


    "The boss, Ruby CEO Tim George, Global Fortune CEO Christina White, PR Director Lauren Moore, and 23 middle-level executives all resigned."


    When Wang Jue was talking, Wu Xiaojing had already turned on the TV on the wall and found Fox News.


    Soon, Tim George, Christina White and other ruby ??executives appeared on it.


    "Mr. George, as CEO of Ruby, what prompted you to resign?"


    "There are some problems with Ruby''s operations that I can''t solve. Also, I don''t approve of the US government''s war on Iraq. It was a massacre. So I don''t want to work for a boss who supports the war!"


    "Ms. White, what is the reason for your resignation?"


    "My reasons are similar to those of Mr. George. I also don''t want to work for a pro-war boss."


    "Mr. George, may I ask what you said before about the intractable problems of Ruby Company? What are the reasons that make these problems difficult to solve?"


    "It''s mainly about business management. My boss at Ruby Company, Mr. Bruce Guo, because he is an entrepreneur, prefers aggressive corporate development policies and does not hesitate to make the company highly indebted; and as a professional manager, I balance Earnings and expenses, keeping the business healthy is my main job. It��s hard for us to really reconcile in this area, and that��s one of the reasons why I left.��


    "Ms. White too?"


    "Yes��!"


    Looking at the picture broadcast on TV, Guo Shouyun''s face was unexpectedly calm.


    "I didn''t expect you to end up on this road in the end."


    The phone rang quickly.


    "Boss, it''s Eric Schmidt''s call!"


    After taking it over, "Boss, I think now you have received the news that Tim George, Christina White and others have left."


    "Hmm! ... LinkedIn''s market value has also begun to fall, right?"


    "There''s been a lot of shorts on LinkedIn in the market!"


    After nodding clearly After a brief consideration, Guo Shouyun immediately said, "You inform the heads of various departments to have a meeting, and I will be at the company in ten minutes."


    "Yes!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun picked up his clothes from the hanger next to him, put them on, and hurried out of the room.


    After realizing that Tim George had the intention of penetrating foreign enemies, Guo Shouyun became decisive and supported Eric Schmidt as the president and chief operating officer of Ruby Company. In later generations, he was able to manage Google prosperously, and he would naturally be handy in managing the Ruby Company.


    Therefore, when Guo Shouyun entered the headquarters of Ruby Company, he still saw a tight and orderly work scene, and there was no sign of panic because of the departure of executives such as Tim George and Christina White.


    After secretly nodding with satisfaction, he strode into the elevator. Coming to the large conference room on the fifth floor, under the leadership of Eric Schmidt, the executives of Ruby Company who are currently not traveling in San Francisco have all gathered here.


    Under a scrutiny, Guo Shouyun walked to the center. With a confident look, he quickly swept across the faces of everyone.


    "Everyone sit down!"


    Everyone took their seats.


    "Now that Tim George, Christina White and others have left, we congratulate them on finding more suitable jobs. In the future, the CEO position of Ruby Company will be assumed by Eric Schmidt, President and Chief Operating Officer By Peter Thiel. PayPal CEO by Marcos Levchin, Global Wealth Network CEO by Monroe Pahlavi. PR Director by Ross Brown. The remaining vacancies are screened by Human Resources , after being reviewed and approved by the Executive Committee, I will sign and appoint."


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 v2 Chapter 744： deal with it calmly

    Chapter seven hundred and forty fourth calm response


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    "Removal of Eric Schmidt as Facebook CEO and replaced by Randy Hammer. LinkedIn CEO John Belden, News Today CEO Rick Bye, Global Fortune CEO Monroe Balle Wei, Skype CEO Mike Donner, PayPal CEO Marcos Levchin, Facebook CEO Randy Hamer, YouTube CEO Shijun Chen, Ruby Research Institute CEO Dave Direney. Ruby CEO Eric Schmidt, President and COO Peter Thiel, CFO Dunco Verne, Chief Human Resources Officer Kelly Dorothy, CTO Chris Zhang; including me Including, 13 people make up the LinkedIn executive committee, which is responsible for all major decisions in the company."


    Listening to Guo Shouyun''s series of reforms to the company''s management structure, everyone looked at each other in dismay. Obviously, the big boss was prepared for the departure of Tim George and others. Otherwise, the other party will not just leave, so quickly fill in the vacancies in various departments. It also reformed the company''s management structure again.


    "Deng Ke! How much liquidity can the company use now?"


    "We can use $1.59 billion to repurchase LinkedIn stock without jeopardizing the normal development of various subsidiaries."


    "Then repurchase. We will take as much as the market sells. If the funds are not enough, I will inject capital into the company. When Ruby''s stake in LinkedIn exceeds 90%, it will be forced to buy and then delist."


    "Delisting?"


    Seeing everyone''s surprise, Guo Shouyun nodded.


    "In the future, LinkedIn, as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ruby, will no longer be listed independently. Your previous shares in each subsidiary will also be converted into shares of the parent company after conversion based on the total assets of Ruby. In the future, Ruby will It is the only listed entity.��


    "Okay, now we have the 2004 Ruby Company year-end meeting. ... Eric, as the company''s CEO, it''s up to you to host this meeting!"


    Guo Shouyun is very clear that he wants to downplay the impact of the resignation of Tim George and others. Apart from the calm and calm response of his big boss, the best way is not to take this matter too seriously.


    January 2005 is nearly over, and Ruby''s 2004 total revenue has already been made.


    "Do you want to remove the share that originally belonged to the Ruby Mall?"


    Eric Schmidt asked.


    Ruby Mall was removed from Ruby Company by Guo Shouyun in the third quarter of 2004, and is now integrated with Guo''s industry.


    "Um!"


    After receiving a positive answer from Guo Shouyun, Eric Schmidt said: "Without the Ruby Mall, the total revenue of Ruby in 2004 was US$7.438 billion, the net revenue accounted for 34.5%, and the research and development expenses were 0.53. USD 1.289 billion in fixed asset investment, USD 47 million in depreciation, USD 373 million in general and administrative expenses, USD 28 million in interest expenses, and USD 808 million in net profit after tax.��


    "...company total assets of $21.39 billion, total current liabilities of $983 million, long-term loans of $578 million. Deferred tax of $143 million. Other long-term liabilities of $432 million. Total liabilities of $2.136 billion!"


    Through the financial statements of Ruby, it can be found that after excluding the Ruby Mall, all aspects of the company''s data have declined to varying degrees. Revenue, in particular, was down about 20 percent compared to 2003. However, the corresponding depreciation expense has also dropped by a large amount.


    Previously, the hundreds of container ships and tens of thousands of trucks under the shipping department of Ruby Mall had an annual depreciation fee of US$470 million.


    In addition, in the expansion stage of Ruby, the investment in fixed assets is very high, mainly the expenditure of new data centers.


    Now Ruby has 9 data centers around the world, and each data center has 5,000 servers. And it''s still expanding. Because Guo Shouyun''s requirement is that the server allowance is always 30% larger than the actual demand.


    There is also a reason for this. At present, the Internet is still in a stage of rapid development, and the Internet population is constantly increasing. Maybe in two or three months, the number of registrations and visits to the website will increase by 50%, or even double.


    For the best user experience, of course, the data center should allow enough headroom.


    Similar to Friendster, the originator of Internet social networking, when Facebook was first established, it was already the leader of American social networking sites, with 40 million registered users. But because of the surge in the number of registrations, it exceeded the server load. Friendster, the leader of the social field, is not thinking about optimizing the website or raising funds to increase the server, but starting to restrict user behavior, resulting in fewer and fewer functions of the Friendster website. Such a foolish move is self-defeating.


    It also gave Facebook this latecomer a chance.


    As for another competitor, Myspace, after being acquired by the wealthy News Corporation, because the latter is a listed company, there is pressure on performance. Cumbersome ads create an extremely poor user experience. In addition, Myspace allows users to customize and modify their own web pages, but due to technical defects, some defective codes often appear, resulting in very slow opening of the website.


    And after being acquired by News Corporation, Myspace became bloated, which lost the fast and flexible characteristics of Internet companies, and was trapped by cumbersome approval processes and fierce personnel battles.


    Just like ICQ acquired by AOL, the original good hand was smashed!


    The survival experience of these well-known Internet companies is now faithfully implemented by Guo Shouyun in various subsidiaries and sub-sites of Ruby.


    Whether it��s LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, or LinkedIn��s sub-sites such as blogs and libraries, they all pursue simple pages, and every month, they will optimize their website based on user experience.


    Moreover, assigning specific responsible persons to each subsidiary must not appear to be buck-passing.


    "How many people are registered in Ruby Company now?"


    "Combining all subsidiaries, there are currently 1.179 billion registered users and 8.5 billion monthly visits!"


    LinkedIn currently has the highest number of registered users, with 215 million registered users worldwide. Next is Facebook, with 167 million registered users. The third is Skype, with 159 million registered users worldwide. Fourth is YouTube, with 132 million registered users. Fifth is PayPal, with 113 million registered users. Global Fortune Network, LinkedIn News, and the Ruby Research Institute, which is engaged in big data and cloud services, all have less than 100 million registered users.


    "What about the revenue structure?" Guo Shouyun continued to ask.


    "Online advertising accounted for 67.4%, platform sharing accounted for 19.33%, and wealth management and investment income accounted for 13.27%."��


    It is not surprising that online advertising accounts for more than half. Whether it''s Facebook or Google, advertising revenue will always be the bulk of a company''s revenue. The platform share is mainly the share fee of the Internet applications embedded and connected on the various platforms of Ruby. As well as the sharing fee of various copyrighted and even patented documents in the library.


    In the United States, patents, especially copyright patents, are expensive. An ordinary book costs about 20 US dollars, and if it is a professional book such as business or instruction, it can easily cost hundreds of dollars. This is also the reason why people who eat melons in later generations bought second-hand books when they went to college in the United States, and envied the cheapness of Chinese books.


    Financial management and investment income are easy to understand. Today, LinkedIn holds 15% of Shi Binsha and Korn Ferry International, and can get dividends. In addition, Facebook also invests in some promising application Internet companies on its own platform, acting as angels and VCs.


    This is a development strategy often used by platform-level Internet companies, and there is no reason ruby ??would miss it.


    After Eric Schmidt introduced the revenue of the head office, it was the turn of the branch companies to introduce them. Just as LinkedIn CEO John Belden took out the documents and was about to report, there was a sudden knock on the closed door. Judging by the urgency, it was clear that something very important had happened.


    Guo Shouyun felt a little uneasy in his heart. After he waved, Wu Xiaojing, who was closer, got up and opened the door.


    Entering was a young woman with eyes. Guo Shouyun knew her, Mary Morgan, Eric Schmidt''s assistant.


    Seeing her, Eric also seemed a little surprised.


    "Mary, what''s wrong?"


    "Boss! Chairman!"


    After greeting Eric Schmidt and Guo Shouyun respectively, Mary Morgan said in a hurried tone with concern: "...LinkedIn''s customer information has been leaked. Now CNN news channel has exposed the news, and our customer service has received Hundreds of calls have been made to complain."


    Guo Shouyun frowned and asked, "When did this happen?"


    "Just ten minutes ago!"


    At this time, Wang Jue, who knew his thoughts very well, had turned on the TV on the wall in the conference room with the remote control and found the CNN news channel.


    "...Currently, the information of 1,200 users of LinkedIn has been leaked, including key information such as phone numbers and social security numbers. Let us have to put a question mark on Internet security In addition, there is no link The executives of British company or Ruby company came out to explain. We don��t know whether this user data leakage incident is a technical loophole of the LinkedIn website or a hacker attack. But we can see from our previous interviews. The LinkedIn users whose information was leaked are very Angry. I hope that the executives of LinkedIn or Ruby can give you an explanation sooner."


    Guo Shouyun and others only watched one ending. But the leakage of 1,200 user data is enough to show the importance of the matter in the privacy-conscious society of the United States.


    "Boss, I will find out about this as soon as possible!"


    Looking at the big boss''s sharp eyes, LinkedIn CEO John Belden''s scalp was numb, and he quickly assured.


    "I''ll give you a day."


    "Yes!"


    Originally wanted to say that a day is a bit short, but looking at the big boss''s cold eyes, John Belden swallowed the words that were on his lips.


    "The leakage of 1,200 user data is not only a problem of LinkedIn, but also a problem of the entire Ruby company. If this matter cannot be solved smoothly, it will affect the trust of 1.179 billion registered users of Ruby''s eight subsidiaries. Therefore, at the end of 2004 The meeting is on hold. From now on, an ''emergency response team'' will be formed, with Eric Schmidt and PR Director Ross Brown as the deputy team leader, to deal with this leak!"


    Guo Shouyun''s firm words made everyone understand the importance of this matter in his heart.


    "Your offensive is really wave after wave. But I wasn''t defeated so easily."


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun turned his head, "Deng Ke, the Ministry of Finance immediately prepares funds and prepares for stock repurchase at any time."


    "Yes!"


    Dunco Verne nodded quickly.


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 v2 Chapter 745： Business Department System Reform

    Chapter seven hundred and forty-five business department system reform


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    Although there has been the departure of Tim George and the leakage of customer information, these are bad things that seem to the outside world to make Ruby suffer a big loss, or even fall out of it. However, although Guo Shouyun paid attention, he did not worry too much.


    Ruby now has an absolute advantage of scale in the social field. As long as the business doesn''t make mistakes, no one can beat it.


    The most obvious example is that the 3Q war was in full swing back then, and Tencent was scolded for piracy and overbearing in the industry, but it was not the same. Facebook''s Oxford leaks have tarnished its reputation, and not only did the stock price drop a little, but there are many users.


    Baidu''s conscience-less medical advertising incident; Google leaked information about users'' ** and slapped in the face, don''t they also live comfortably? !


    Therefore, it is never the leakage of user data or the anti-monopoly investigation that can defeat the Internet giants; it is the subversion of the industry model. Just like QQ and >


    What''s more, Ruby Company has passed LinkedIn, ube, Ruby Research Institute, LinkedIn News, Global Wealth Network, al; plus Matrix''s Hulu, Marvel Comics website and Matrix games; Apple''s iTunes music website; Amazon, eBay shopping, etc. etc.; formed a comprehensive closed-loop industrial ecology covering users chatting, making friends, obtaining information, and gaming and entertainment.


    When the era of mobile intelligence has not yet arrived, no one can get rid of it as long as they are used to the convenient, rich and diverse Internet services provided by Ruby.


    Strong user stickiness is no joke.


    Therefore, Guo Shouyun is not worried about the future of Ruby Company.


    "Boss, it has been checked. This LinkedIn user leak was carefully planned by former CEO Tim George. He used the vulnerability reported by the company''s technology department, but still remembered to fix it in the future, and he teamed up with external hackers to steal the lead. ** data on 1,200 users in the UK customer database!" John Belden said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded clearly. The facts were similar to what he had guessed. In order to ensure the safety of the user, even if he wants to access the user''s data, it must be signed by the president of the department, the chief security officer, and the CEO of the company. And any operation and access to Ruby''s data must be present by a third party.


    Under such a strict security system, no one can steal the company''s key data without alerting the company''s security department.


    Therefore, the website vulnerability becomes the only way. In particular, every time a website vulnerability is patched, a document will be delivered to the headquarters. With Tim George''s status, it''s easy to get such news.


    "Is the bug patched now?"


    John Belden nodded.


    ��The website has been updated. But the company��s stock price fell 12% because of the user data breach. And LinkedIn��s stock price is still falling under the reports of the Wall Street Journal and Business Week. Also, Tim George''s sell-off of LinkedIn has also weighed on the company''s stock. Rating agencies have downgraded LinkedIn to Neutral."


    In the eyes of rating agencies, neutral means that companies should observe cautiously and are not optimistic about its outlook. Compared with the previous buy rating, LinkedIn has undoubtedly become an outcast in the capital market.


    "Deng Ke, start the repurchase operation, don''t wait any longer!"


    CFO Dunco Verne nodded.


    Corporate buybacks are not investments, and there is no need to wait until the company''s stock has hit rock bottom.


    "In addition, for this leak of customer information, we put all the blame on the hackers. Don''t have anything to do with the departure of Tim George and others for the time being. I don''t want the internal disputes at Ruby to become a joke in the media and the public."


    "Yes!"


    The crowd responded quickly.


    "Everyone, this is an extraordinary time for the company. Everyone must brace up to deal with this crisis. Eric, especially you. As the CEO of the company, you have to show your ability to let the outside world know that the company chooses you. It''s because you''re better than Tim George, not simply an alternative."


    "Yes!"


    Eric Schmidt nodded.


    "After this crisis, I will hold an all-ruby employee meeting at the end of this year. At that time, I will announce the company''s option reward plan for senior executives and outstanding employees. I hope you can use better performance to earn more for your future. A lot of capital!"


    Everyone''s eyes lit up immediately. No matter what time of year, the interests are always the most touching. There is no doubt that everyone, including Eric Schmidt, is full of energy now.


    "Although the resignation of Tim George and others, and the leakage of LinkedIn customer data, have had a certain impact on the operation of Ruby, as long as we do not make mistakes, no one can shake us in the Dominance in the Internet community."


    After consolidating everyone''s confidence, Guo Shouyun continued: "So, there is no need to be too distracted in this regard. The future development of the company is what we should be most concerned about. Therefore, I decided to restructure the company''s business again. "


    After a pause, he looked at everyone''s concentrated eyes again, "After the successful privatization of LinkedIn, Ruby will no longer set up an independent subsidiary, but will adopt an independent ''business division'' system. According to the existing business divisions For ''al, YouTube, Ruby Research Institute, Skype, LinkedIn, News Today, and eight business units of Global Fortune."


    "...In addition, the classroom and library divisions were separated from LinkedIn to form an independent online education division. Bethany Foster, the head of the division. The LinkedIn English library is still aimed at the sharing of professional technical documents and papers. LinkedIn Classrooms are aimed at adult language education, advanced technical training and university education. In the future, the Internet education market is very broad, and we have a certain foundation in this field. We must be ahead of all companies and become the leader in online education. There will be huge investments in this.��


    "...Eric, don''t ignore the attention and investment in the online education department. Internet social networking is the core of the company, but we also need to explore more potential performance growth points."


    Eric Schmidt nodded.


    "Anderson Cooper!"


    Hearing Guo Shouyun''s voice, he had been sitting in the back making soy sauce. Anderson Cooper, the head of LinkedIn''s blogging department, who watched the big bosses speak, was shocked, and quickly looked at the big boss.


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    Chapter 746: Spin-off LinkedIn


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    "Give him this information!"


    After Wendy nodded, she took the information from Guo Shouyun and handed it to Anderson Cooper.


    "This Twitter business development plan, you can take it back and read it. Write a summary to me after reading it."


    "Yes!"


    As one of the most common social channels on the Internet in later generations, Guo Shouyun will not forget it. After facebook and youtube are on the right track, it''s time to roll it out too.


    "Separate the blog business and the forum business from LinkedIn, and set up an independent Twitter business unit, which has three business departments: Twitter, blog, and forum, and the head of the department is Anderson Cooper!"


    Compared with the surprise that Anderson Cooper stepped from the head of the department to the core management of the company, John Belden, the head of the LinkedIn business unit, was not very happy. LinkedIn originally had eight core business departments, but now Wenku and Classroom have established a new "Online Education Division"; blogs and forums, coupled with the new Twitter business, have established a "Twitter Division".


    Up to now, what remains on LinkedIn is professional networking, headhunting and intermediary, and email. Income and power have plummeted, and no one will be happy. But at this time of drastic changes within the company, the big boss obviously doesn''t mind taking action on the company''s internal personnel structure. In order to avoid losing this precious job, although he was dissatisfied, he did not dare to oppose the decision of the big boss.


    Guo Shouyun saw John Belden''s dissatisfaction, but now is not the time to comfort this old minister. The resignation of Tim George and others, although turbulent at the top of Ruby, also gave Guo Shouyun an opportunity to completely reform the company''s management structure and personnel structure.


    "In the future, the head of each business unit will also serve as the company''s executive president, directly responsible for the administrative management of each business department, and join the company''s executive committee. ... Since the independent subsidiary system has become a business unit system, finance and personnel will be handled by the head office''s finance department and personnel department. Straight."


    Chief financial officer Dunco Verne and chief human resources officer Kerry Dorothy had beams of joy on their faces. The power in their hands increased.


    At this point, Guo Shouyun''s reform of the company''s personnel structure and management system has basically ended. The remaining option rewards will take time to complete step by step.


    Subsequently, after the 2004 year-end meeting of Ruby Company and the analysis meeting of the 2005 development goals under his auspices, the interior of Ruby really began to return to normal step by step. Eric Schmidt did not live up to his expectations, even now outside the company because of the departure of Tim George and others, the leakage of LinkedIn customer information, coupled with the help of the dark, it looks precarious, but It is always developing in accordance with the established direction planned by Guo Shouyun.


    The stability of Ruby Company finally gave Guo Shouyun enough time to clean up the outside.


    "Boss, this is the news just received! Tim George joins Joyo.com as chairman and CEO."


    He took over the document handed over by Wang Jue and looked at it, "Now he has finally achieved his goal, and he has the power."


    The reasons for Tim George''s resignation are not hard to guess. It is nothing more than that he is not willing to accept Guo Shouyun as a second-in-command. After getting along for more than five years, he asked himself that he had a clear understanding of the old subordinate''s psychology. But even if he understood, he could not solve this almost unsolvable contradiction.


    Because Tim George is not Steve Jobs, let alone Larry Page and Sergey Brin, Guo Shouyun completely delegated them to manage Apple and Google because history has proved that they have enough strength and talent to lead the company to become great. But Tim George is clearly not in that category.


    Guo Shouyun couldn''t give the leadership of Ruby Company to someone who was not absolutely sure of himself. And now, although Ruby has established its dominance in the field of Internet social networking, there is still a mobile Internet era behind it. In the period of drastic changes in the industry, once the pulse of the times is not allowed, then the huge companies will also be eliminated. He doesn''t want Ruby to repeat Baidu''s mistakes.


    "Boss, I think we should sue Tim George and Christina. They signed a non-compete agreement with us." Wu Xiaojing said.


    "It''s useless. Yesterday, I received a call from Eric, and their liquidated damages had already been sent to the company''s finance department." Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    Originally, the liquidated damages were not high, with the support of so many consortia behind it. Ten to twenty million dollars is not a problem at all.


    "Is there any other news?"


    "It is rumored that Joyo.com is second only to our yspace and friendster in the social field. However, no more detailed news has come out yet."


    "Does Tim George plan to make Joyo.com into another ruby?" Guo Shouyun smiled with interest.


    "Boss, should we fight back?" Wang Jue said with a taut face counterattack? Need not. "Guo Shouyun shook his head.


    Although this news looked bad to outsiders, Guo Shouyun didn''t care much. Because he is very clear that the Internet field is a winner-take-all industry. Ruby Company has a lot of business synergy and has established its own deep moat. As long as you don''t make mistakes, you will gradually attract more users over time.


    "...I know Tim George. He is indeed a good professional manager, but not a good strategist. It is good to use his ruby ??experience to manage the excellence network, but ''Learn me to live, like me to die'' , the more JoyoNet resembles a ruby, the less likely it will have a chance to surpass us."


    After a pause, "How much has LinkedIn''s stock price dropped now?"


    "At $393, the decline in LinkedIn''s share price has stopped after we started buying back our shares. ... By the way, here''s what we saw in your mailbox this morning."


    After taking the document and seeing the contents above, Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes.


    "Stan O''Neal invited me to Merrill Lynch''s shareholders meeting!"


    "Boss, the previous Merrill Lynch shareholders meeting rarely invited you. Did he already know...?"


    Wu Xiaojing didn''t finish speaking, but the meaning of the words was already revealed very clearly.


    Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment and then slowly shook his head, "I don''t know either, but I''ll understand after I go. ... But no matter what, this is an opportunity. It''s also time to divert people''s attention from Ruby. When the news is released, it will definitely give those guys a big ''surprise''!"


    No matter what medicine Stan O''Neal sells in the gourd. Guo Shouyun, who has absolute control of Merrill Lynch''s board of directors, has secured the victory!


    "Jingle Bell!"


    At this moment, Guo Shouyun''s cell phone on the table suddenly rang.

 v2 Chapter 747： Matrix of Rating Downgrades

    Chapter 747 The Matrix of Rating Downgrade


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    The call was from Matrix CEO Buddy Morris, and his tone was a little heavy.


    "Boss, Comscart disclosed to the media about our merger talks. And the reason for unilaterally admitting failure is that Matrix''s debt ratio is too high, which aroused the concern of Conscart''s management about Matrix''s solvency. In addition , I got a call from Fitch and they asked us about Matrix''s financials based on information released by Comscart. Despite my repeated assurances that the company is profitable, cash flow rich and has sufficient debt servicing capacity. But they still Downgraded Matrix''s rating."


    The debt of the matrix company is indeed very high, especially in the past two years, Guo Shouyun has built three new Universal Studios in Singapore, Magic City and Beijing, with a total investment of nearly 15 billion US dollars. It also acquired the remaining shares of two Universal Studios in Osaka and Barcelona, ??plus the cost of expanding the two Universal Studios in Hollywood and Orlando. The three together cost $24 billion.


    Fortunately, after 9/11, the Federal Reserve lowered the federal funds rate to around 1%, otherwise Guo Shouyun would not have dared to borrow like this.


    In addition to Universal Studios, a large borrower, the expansion of the matrix theater line is also not easy. There are about 15 to 20 screens in 103 seats, and at least one third of them are 3DMAX giant screens, with restaurants, bars, lounges, and ultra-luxury cinemas with properties, which cost the matrix nearly 6 billion US dollars.


    Universal Studios and the Matrix theater chain have added $30 billion to the company''s debt. Of course, the profitability of both is good. Coupled with the high returns of Matrix Corporation in movies, games and peripheral derivatives, after three years, the foreign debt of 30 billion US dollars has been repaid 10.9 billion US dollars. But the rest still makes the debt ratio of the matrix company fluctuate around 40%.


    However, with the gradual decline of investment, the company''s profitability has grown, and this number has also slowly declined. In Guo Shouyun''s view, the company''s cash flow is abundant and its balance sheet is very healthy. But in the eyes of outsiders, it is probably another matter. After all, matrix companies are not listed companies and do not need to disclose financial reports to the outside world. Coupled with the acquisitions of Time Warner and Universal over the years, and the big expansion in Universal Studios and the theater business, it is easy to give the impression of borrowing for development.


    "How much has Fitch downgraded us?"


    "A+ grade has been lowered to A-!" Buddy Morris said gloomily.


    Guo Shouyun was not in a good mood either. The two-notch downgrade means that if the matrix company refinances, the interest rate will be raised by at least 50 basis points. When financing in units of 100 million, the matrix company has to pay millions of dollars more each year, or even tens of millions of dollars in interest. This undoubtedly increases the cost of shooting the company''s films, TV series and variety shows.


    In recent years, the cost of loans is very low, and the profits of matrix companies are put into the capital market to earn higher returns. The production costs are all loans. The spreads earned, return Matrix companies hundreds of millions of dollars each year.


    Because of the downgrades of Matrix''s ratings, coupled with the hike in the federal funds rate, returns on this block have clearly dropped a lot. In addition, because of the low oil and gold prices, some of the money invested by the Matrix Company in gold and oil futures is temporarily unavailable.


    "Boss, I think it''s necessary for us to disclose our financials. Get the lost ratings back."


    Guo Shouyun shook his head after thinking about it.


    "No. Now that Fitch has downgraded us. Even if we make our financials public, it''s hard to change anything."


    He''s not a fool. Fitch''s rating downgrade would have been a real ghost if it wasn''t for Citi, Goldman Sachs, ING, and Conscat. Now that they''ve chosen to downgrade, it''s not something that public finances can solve at all.


    "But I''m afraid S&P and Moody''s will follow in Fitch''s footsteps. We''d be too passive."


    "You can talk to the CEOs of Standard & Poor''s and Moody''s. If necessary, you can disclose our financial affairs to them. This is far more efficient than public disclosure." Guo Shouyun said after thinking.


    "Yes!"


    After finally communicating with Buddy Morris about the company''s current situation, he hung up.


    The downgrade of the matrix is ??obviously the result of the actions of conspirators such as Citi, Goldman Sachs, Conscart, and Schiff. Although it seems that shorting LinkedIn, downgrading the rating of the matrix company will not jeopardize his fundamentals. But it''s like a noose, if he doesn''t fight back, it will only get more and more deadly in the future.


    This is the truth of boiling frogs in warm water.


    "You are at every step, and I will not sit still!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun took out his mobile phone, found Zhang Lei''s number and dialed it. But soon he hung up again. With Vice President Cheney''s name on the list of conspirators, the question of whether the phone will be insured is questionable. He hasn''t forgotten about the ''Prism Gate'' in later generations. In these extraordinary times, it is better to be careful.


    By contrast, mail is a little more insured. His computer is protected by the top security personnel at LinkedIn and Google, and unless it''s guys like Kevin Mitnick and Dennis Leach, don''t even think about getting into his computer.


    And these days, guys who are sexually free are obviously unlikely to be hired by Wall Street, let alone go into government departments.


    I sent a text message to Zhang Lei, and the chat between the two was transferred to the mailbox.


    "Old Zhang, how many shares of Standard Chartered Bank do we hold now?"


    "31.3%!"


    In order to acquire Standard Chartered and expand Hanhua''s strength in the financial field, it has been slowly increasing its stake in Standard Chartered over the years. Of course, Hanhua also encountered the same problem as Bruce Fund. As more and more shares are held in its hands, it has become very difficult to increase its holdings from the secondary market.


    "Do you think there is a possibility of an acquisition before the end of this year?"


    "This... I''m afraid I won''t know until I contact the management of Standard Chartered."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Let''s start secret contact with Standard Chartered Bank now, there is no need to keep hiding."


    "If they reject our takeover...?"


    "Close the position! Sell all the Standard Chartered shares!"


    "Sell it? The rate of return of Standard Chartered in recent years is generally higher than the market average. It would be a pity to sell it." Zhang Lei said.


    Compared with traditional British banks such as Barclays and Royal Bank of Scotland, Standard Chartered''s customers are mainly in emerging markets such as East Asia, Southeast Asia, India and Africa. Thanks to the rapid economic development of emerging markets in recent years, Standard Chartered Bank''s yields are generally higher than those of financial institutions such as Barclays, HSBC Holdings, and Royal Bank of Scotland. Therefore, in the global financial market, Standard Chartered Bank also has the title of "the most popular acquisition target".


    But even so, when the subprime mortgage crisis came, no financial institution could escape. Therefore, if it is not possible to acquire Standard Chartered this year, it is the best choice for Hanhua to close the position when the market is high.


    "Selling the stake in Standard Chartered may seem a pity on the surface, but it will be beneficial in the long run."


    "Southeast Asia and East Asia have benefited from China''s rapid growth since the 1997 financial crisis, and their economies have developed rapidly. There is no sign of a crisis at present."


    Zhang Lei''s answer revealed three words - why?


    "Although the economic development of East Asia and Southeast Asia is in good shape, the global economic barometer is the United States. Once the US economy encounters a crisis, the global market will experience large fluctuations."


    "Do you think the US economy is in crisis?"


    "Not bad! ... The real estate industry, the backbone of the US economy, is showing signs of overheating. Credit institutions have issued too many subprime loans. And Wall Street has created several times the derivative bonds on the basis of these subprime loans. Very few Some people think it''s a problem, but a castle on the beach, no matter how gorgeous it is, can''t change the loose foundation. Once the big wave hits, everything will be gone."


    After posting this, Guo Shouyun did not receive a reply for a long time. He could feel Zhang Lei''s unbelievable expression across the computer.


    "Boss, are you a little too worried? The past several ups and downs of U.S. real estate have not caused a systemic crisis in the U.S. economy."


    "I also hope I''m too worried. But now the size of subprime mortgages in the United States has ballooned to $300 billion. And in 2005, it increased by 18 billion in less than two months, and the bubble has expanded faster than subprime mortgages in the past decade. According to a model constructed by analysts at the Phoenix, Thunder and Bruce Foundation, if nothing changes, the size of subprime loans will expand to $450 billion by the end of this year. And, compared to subprime debt, it is more worrying Derivative bonds. Now CDOs and CDSs have ballooned to $1 trillion. And every time I see those numbers, my heart skips a beat.��


    After Zhang Lei was silent for a while, UU read www. uukanshu.com "Boss, haven''t you thought about revealing this to the society?"


    "Someone has expressed concerns about the fast-growing subprime mortgage before me. Unfortunately, no one can resist the temptation of high profits. No one can take back the financial voice from Wall Street. I don''t want to waste my efforts to provoke right and wrong. !"


    "When do you think this crisis will break out?"


    "Old Zhang, no one can accurately predict the future. But I think with the economic situation in the United States, if nothing changes, it can last up to two years."


    "Understood, I will deal with Standard Chartered as soon as possible."


    "Also, except for the shares of the four major banks, Tianshan Co., Ltd., and 49% of the equity in the Bundyuan project of the Magic Capital, all other equity investment projects were sold before 2007."


    The shares of the four major state-owned banks are too valuable, and it is far from the harvest period. It is a pity to sell them. Tianshan Co., Ltd., currently the third largest cement company in China, has at least a ten-year dividend period along with the tide of real estate development and China''s infrastructure construction. In addition, Hanhua Holdings has invested several Huaxia coins for the expansion of Tianshan shares. There is no reason to sell this company directly controlled by it before the harvest period.

 v2 Chapter 748： Mitigate risk assets

    Chapter seven hundred and forty-eight reducing risk assets


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    The Bund source project of the magic city is better understood. If the land in the center of the magic city is worth a thousand dollars, then the Bund project is a thousand-dollar project. Unless Hanhua Holdings encounters a devastating disaster, the Bundyuan project will never be launched.


    "If the acquisition of Standard Chartered Bank fails, how will the returned funds be used?" Zhang Lei asked.


    "Old Zhang, I know you never aim for nothing. Tell me, who do you like?"


    "I can''t hide anything from the boss! I want to invest my funds in China ~ Guoping Ping An! This company listed in Hong Kong in 2004 is a Huaxia monopoly financial institution, involving various financial businesses such as insurance, finance and investment, and The leadership is determined to forge ahead, the company''s return rate has risen steadily, and the stock price has increased by 121.5% within half a year of listing. There is huge room for growth in the future, and it is the most suitable equity investment target. "


    "Ping An Group is really good!" Guo Shouyun nodded in approval. In his memory, many of the most profitable stocks in the next ten years have the name "Ping An" in the rankings. But what also impressed him was the painful experience that Ping An Group lost nearly 24 billion Huaxia coins due to the acquisition of Fortis during the subprime mortgage crisis, which was almost the limit.


    Obviously, investing in Ping An is not a good choice right now. And the opportunity is not right.


    "Old Zhang, don''t forget what I told you about the U.S. subprime mortgage. Before the crisis detonated, investing in financial stocks was too risky. So compared to equity investment, long-term gold spot or solid income products are more suitable. Of course, I also recommend that you increase your investment in Tianshan, not only in terms of scale, but also in research and development. Try to make it the No. 1 cement company in China, or even a world-class top three cement company."


    "Understood, I will seriously consider this matter!"


    "One last thing. Starting next year, by the end of 2006, have the investment arm of the company sell any U.S. bond products based on subordinated debt; sell all IFC, especially U.S. common stock, Preferred stocks and bonds; remember, I''m talking about everything! All the international financial giants including Chase, Goldman Sachs, Merrill Lynch, and Phoenix. This is non-negotiable and must be done as I say. Also, The returned funds are long-term gold spot, China AMC government bonds, and preferred stocks of big blue chips in the Hong Kong stock market.��


    From Guo Shouyun''s email, Zhang Lei felt his attention. You must know that in the more than five years that the two have been together for more than five years, Guo Shouyun has rarely directly interfered with the company''s operations. Straightforward decisions like this one, no more than three times since he became the CEO of Hanhua Holdings!


    "Will this crisis be serious?" Zhang Lei''s words also became heavy.


    "I''m also not sure how big the crisis will be, but every time I see the pyramid risk model that the Bruce Foundation does at my request, based on the size of U.S. subprime and derivative bonds, it''s getting bigger and bigger. , I felt my heart skip a beat. Zhang, I always trust my instincts. I haven''t had a crisis in more than five years that made me feel so strong. So, it''s okay to be careful!"


    Zhang Lei was a little surprised by the content of Guo Shouyun''s dignified email. In more than five years of dating, it was the first time he saw Guo Shouyun so worried that he almost lost confidence.


    Of course, there are some elements that Guo Shouyun deliberately exaggerated in order to strengthen Zhang Lei''s attention.


    After a long silence, Zhang Lei''s email was sent again.


    "I will order Hanhua Research to do a detailed survey of the U.S. subprime debt and derivatives market, and take action according to your request. However, our actions will certainly not be concealed from the outside world. If they ask us, what should be done? Reply?"


    "Let''s be honest. Express our concerns about U.S. subprime debt and derivatives. This is a good opportunity to raise Hanhua''s reputation in the global financial community, especially in the financial community of Huaxia. If we can accurately predict the crisis, then we will become The authority in the financial field has the right to speak. Lao Zhang, you understand the importance of the right to speak better than I do.��


    ''All the mouths of gold, the accumulation of destruction and destruction of bones''. The power of language has been awe-inspiring since time immemorial!


    "We benefit greatly from success, but if the prediction fails, we will become the laughing stock of others!"


    "Old Zhang, we have been dating for more than five years, and you know me. I will never do anything that is aimless."


    "Of course, you are a recognized genius in the world''s top financial investment! You are the "Son of God" who has traversed the gold and oil futures markets and has returned more than 80 billion US dollars in five years!"


    "Haha, I have accepted your compliment! Remember my words, go back and prepare well. If our estimates are correct, then the opportunity for Hanhua will come. Maybe Standard Chartered will take the initiative to come and sell the company to us."


    "I''m looking forward to this!"


    After a brief chat between the two, Guo Shouyun closed his mailbox.


    He stood up and looked at Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing next to him, "Get ready, we''ll go to New York tomorrow."


    "Yes!"


    "I''m going to have a good meeting with Stan O''Neal this time!"


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    Manhattan No. 4 is the north tower of the famous "World Financial Center" in the steel jungle of New York, and the south tower is the headquarters of another American financial giant, American Express. Between the two towers is a ten-story, glass-and-marble atrium, also known as the ''Winter Garden''.


    Because the World Financial Center is adjacent to the World Trade Center, some losses were also caused by the collapse of the World Trade Center on 9/11. However, Merrill Lynch was lucky. The shock wave of the collapse of the World Trade Center was mostly blocked by the nearby American Express Building. Merrill Lynch''s headquarters was only shattered by some glass, which damaged a lot of office supplies.


    By comparison, the maintenance cost of a winter garden is much higher, at $50 million. And Express is even more unlucky.


    However, it has been nearly three years since 9/11. In addition to the two square foundations that have been cleaned of debris, it is still a reminder of the tragic situation at the beginning, and busy New Yorkers have gradually become accustomed to its existence.


    Guo Shouyun''s car turned from the intersection of Broadway Street and Church Street in lower Manhattan.


    Although his strength is strong enough after five years, he still does not have much ability to interfere with such natural and man-made disasters!


    "Boss, here we are!"


    Wang Jue''s words interrupted Guo Shouyun''s contemplation Seeing that the Merrill Lynch headquarters, which he had visited three times, was in front of him, Guo Shouyun simply tidied up his suit and bow tie, opened the car door and walked out.


    After he entered the lobby of Merrill Lynch''s headquarters, a young man in a brown suit and white shirt strode up to greet him.


    "Hello, Mr. Guo!"


    "Jack, where''s O''Neal?"


    Jack Brown, O''Neal''s assistant. Guo Shouyun has seen it more than once.


    "BOSS is already waiting for you in the office!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and followed him to the elevator. Guo Shouyun came to Stan O''Neal''s office. It is very large. In addition to the office space, it also includes a guest room and a gym, which add up to nearly 200 square meters. In Guo Shouyun''s view, this is too wasteful.


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 v2 Chapter 749： Merrill Lynchs Big Change (Part 1)

    Chapter 749: The Great Change of Merrill Lynch (1)


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    "Bruce!"


    Seeing Guo Shouyun who pushed in the door, Stan O''Neal strode up to greet him with a smile. Looking at his open arms, Guo Shouyun also smiled and hugged him.


    "We haven''t seen each other for almost a year?" Stan O''Neal laughed.


    "I remember the last time we met at the annual meeting of entrepreneurs organized by the Ministry of Finance." Guo Shouyun nodded and said.


    "After so long, you''re still so handsome. But you''ve become more mature and stable."


    "Haha, such a compliment makes me a little embarrassed!"


    After Stan O''Neal smiled, he pointed his left hand towards the reception area next to him.


    "Please sit down!"


    "Please!"


    After the two sat down, O''Neal''s assistant Jack had brought the tea prepared in advance.


    "Knowing that you are coming, I specially prepared the ''Dahongpao'' from Huaxia, I hope you like it."


    "Of course! The super Dahongpao is the top black tea in China. It''s rare that you buy it to entertain me."


    "As long as you are satisfied! Come!"


    After holding up the teacup and signaling to O''Neal, the two took a sip each.


    "To be honest, I still prefer to drink coffee. It has a mellow taste and sweetness in the bitterness. It can also make me more energetic throughout the day and ensure high work efficiency."


    "Everyone has their own different tastes, that''s normal."


    "Then why do you like tea?"


    "Maybe it''s because of drinking it for a long time! My mouth is used to the softness of tea soup! Coffee is too intense for me." Guo Shouyun pointed at his lips casually.


    Stan O''Neal nodded knowingly.


    "Sure enough, each has its own advantages! But for Merrill, we seem to like it."


    "The second largest investment bank in the United States and the largest securities broker in the world. No one can dislike it." Guo Shouyun said.


    "Don''t you already have a Phoenix? Why do you still want Merrill?"


    Facing Stan O''Neal''s staring eyes at him, Guo Shouyun calmly took a sip from the teacup, "Who told you that I plan to buy Merrill?"


    "Bruce, there''s no need to hide things now. Your ambitions for Merrill started as early as when you entered Merrill''s board of directors three years ago. I can guess, it''s just to win over a big client like you and improve Merrill''s reputation. To make a profit, and then to ensure that my transformation of Merrill can be carried out smoothly, I have to endure. Now the appearance of Phoenix has given you a better choice. And my transformation of Merrill has been completed, it is time for you to leave Merrill , to keep this great company out of your hands."


    "O''Neill, I have always invested in Merrill Lynch, but I never thought of **** it from you!" Guo Shouyun continued.


    "If it wasn''t for Merrill Lynch, how could you covertly acquire close to 13% of it in three years?"


    Looking at O''Neal''s mocking and winning eyes, Guo Shouyun''s eyes jumped violently. His acquisition of Merrill Lynch is undoubtedly a top secret among top secrets. From the beginning to the present, the number of people who know about this is definitely no more than the number of palms. So who exactly leaked the news?


    "Bruce, aren''t you going to admit it?"


    "O''Neal, I don''t know where you got the news from. But I''m sure the initiator of it intends to alienate our partnership. Don''t be fooled!"


    Guo Shouyun would not easily let go just because the other party said a few words. And he also wants to know the source of the news from the other party''s mouth, and then find out the spy buried beside him.


    However, Stan O''Neal is obviously more sophisticated, and although he is proud, he has not lost his mind. In addition, Guo Shouyun''s always calm performance made him inexplicably uneasy.


    "Bruce, I trust my judgment. So, I am going to issue new shares!"


    When it came to the last few words, O''Neal stared at the look of the guy opposite, but unfortunately, apart from the usual calm, he couldn''t see the slightest panic.


    This made his heart suddenly hang.


    "Issue new shares?" Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "Why? Is it just to dilute my equity in Merrill Lynch?"


    "That''s one reason we also need to expand Merrill Lynch''s real estate investment."


    "O''Neal, Merrill should have their own investment strategy. It''s not a good thing to keep up with Goldman Sachs and Lehman."


    Stan O''Neal''s pupils shrank. The other party is criticizing his business strategy for Merrill Lynch.


    After he became the CEO of Merrill Lynch, he won ''Maura O''Neill'' for himself through merciless layoffs, and made the Merrill Lynch management team centered on him a ''Ta-Lee-Ban Organization'' in the mouths of employees. At the same time. In terms of specific business operations, he chose to keep an eye on Goldman Sachs, followed in Goldman''s footsteps, and used his own account funds to conduct high-risk and high-return risk transactions. In just a few years, he has become a big player in private equity investment. Merrill Lynch has brought huge benefits.


    But this did not satisfy O''Neal. Driven by greed, he took a fancy to Lehman, who made a fortune through mortgage investment. Then it began to follow Lehman''s footsteps into the mortgage field. In just two years, Merrill Lynch became Wall Street''s largest issuer of CDOs by poaching the mortgage-backed securitization star ''Christopher Liciardi'' from Credit Suisse.


    Like other banks, structuring and issuing CDOs has brought Merrill lucrative benefits. But the money poured in further whetted O''Neal''s appetite. Merrill began to hope that it could become a full-line manufacturer: the business included issuing mortgage loans, packaging the loans into securities, and then splitting them up to generate CDOs, etc., and began to acquire mortgage servicers and commercial real estate companies on a large scale. .


    Merrill''s increasingly aggressive strategy in the real estate field finally made Guo Shouyun, who originally planned to wait, wait until he had a better grasp of Merrill, and couldn''t help it.


    Now Merrill''s exposure to real estate and related fields has reached 12 billion US dollars, and it is still expanding rapidly. If it is delayed, he is afraid that Merrill''s disaster will be out of control.


    "Bruce, what you think is the wrong business strategy has brought Merrill Lynch $14 billion in revenue over the past three years. Also, the Thunder Fund has been making high-risk investments under your auspices, and the exposure is the United States Lin''s several times. As long as you can choose a better deal for yourself, can''t the Merrill I lead?"


    Looking at O''Neal''s eyes and expressions, Guo Shouyun knew that he couldn''t convince him at all. Of course, this is also expected. If O''Neal was that easy to persuade, he wouldn''t have to wait until now to buy Merrill.


    "It seems that it is still the same as before, none of us can submit to the other''s opinions!" Guo Shouyun shrugged.


    "If it wasn''t for work, we could have been good friends!" Stan O''Neill also sighed.


    "It''s a pity that God''s arrangement is like this. We all have no other choice, don''t we?"


    Looking at the man opposite, after a long silence, Stan O''Neal suddenly asked, "If I choose to issue new shares, will you continue to acquire Merrill Lynch''s equity?"


    "No!" Guo Shouyun shook his head, "My interest in Merrill is just investment!"


    "Even now, are you still not letting go?"


    "O''Neill, from the beginning to the end, my interest in Merrill was just investment, and I didn''t intend to acquire it. Don''t be used by outsiders." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    As long as the dust doesn''t settle, he won''t take the initiative to solve the mystery.


    "Okay, I respect your persistence to the end." O''Neal looked at the watch on his left hand. "It''s almost time, and the other members of the board should have arrived. Let''s go."


    "OK!"


    After Guo Shouyun responded, he stood up after him.


    Stan O''Neal, who was always watching his expression, felt dull in his heart. Because he did not see the slightest panic and loss in Guo Shouyun. This is really abnormal for a person who "is about to usher in three years of painstaking planning, but fails in the end". He didn''t believe that Guo Shouyun had such a good psychological quality, and he could achieve ''Taishan collapsed in front of him without changing his face''.


    "Maybe he still thinks I''m testing his bottom line!"


    This is what Stan O''Neill thinks is the most plausible explanation. He was always reluctant to believe that the other party had already mastered the absolute control of Merrill Lynch. Or he subconsciously wanted to avoid this possibility.


    As the two got closer to the conference room, Guo Shouyun''s calm expression made Stan O''Neal feel the pressure.


    "Squeak...!"


    With the slightly hoarse sound of the door opening, the whispering voices in the conference room suddenly stopped.


    Facing everyone''s attention, Guo Shouyun and Stan O''Neal strode in.


    As Merrill Lynch''s chairman and chief executive, the middle seat undoubtedly belongs to him. Guo Shouyun rarely participates in Merrill Lynch''s board of directors, and basically sends representatives to participate through the Bruce Foundation. So after a brief look at the situation, I chose a vacant seat at the end and sat down.


    Merrill Lynch''s board of directors has 23 people, except for two people who have not arrived, the rest have basically arrived.


    "Why didn''t the representatives from the Morgan family fund and Fidelity show up?"


    Looking at the vacant seat, Stan O''Neal asked with a slight frown.


    "I''ve called to ask, and they said they''re not participating in today''s board of directors!"


    Assistant Jack Brown replied quickly.


    "Not participating, why?"


    "The Morgan Family Fund and Fidelity have no answer!"


    Hearing this, Stan O''Neal subconsciously glanced at Guo Shouyun who was sitting at the end.


    "Keep calling and be sure to ask why."


    "Yes!"


    The assistant hurriedly went out to make a call. Stan O''Neill looked at the eyes of everyone focused on himself, and suddenly became uneasy.


    Taking a deep breath, he suppressed the extra complicated emotions in his heart, and now he has no choice but to shoot.


    "Everyone, since Merrill Lynch experienced a downturn in the early 2000sIn the three years from 2002 to 2004, we have achieved remarkable results. Not only has Merrill been consolidated as the largest securities dealer on Wall Street, And also achieved an average annual growth of 28.3%. This shows that our reform of Merrill Lynch is very effective and successful!"


    "Clap...!"


    The applause ranged from sparse to strong, and O''Neal was very satisfied with the initiative of board member Ahmes Fakahani. The board member he had hand-picked to manage Merrill''s exposure was undoubtedly a direct descendant of his trust.


    After smiling and waving to calm everyone down, Stan O''Neill continued: "Merrill Lynch''s success is largely due to our investment in real estate. But in the current market, in real estate mortgages and derivative bonds, we It''s still behind Lehman and Bear Stearns. We should try to change that. So I decided to issue a 150 million share, raise $5.3 billion, and put it into real estate mortgages and derivatives."


    After he finished speaking, he still saw Guo Shouyun at first glance, but the latter seemed to be none of his business. What he planned so hard was to destroy the other party''s plan for more than three years in public, and to use the other party''s panic, anger, and despair to satisfy his inner desire for power.


    This wasn''t the script he wanted to see.

 v2 Chapter 750： Merrill Lynchs Big Change (Middle)

    Chapter 750 The Great Change of Merrill Lynch (Part 2)


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    "I''m not against Merrill Lynch''s investment in real estate mortgage loans and derivatives. But is it appropriate to use the means of issuing new shares?" After everyone looked at each other, an old man in a black suit said.


    His name is Harold Finner, and he is an independent director of Merrill Lynch.


    "If we don''t issue new shares, we can only increase Merrill Lynch''s financial leverage, or expand the risk exposure of real estate investment. Either way will increase Merrill Lynch''s financial risk, which I think you don''t want to see. "


    Tom Christie, Chairman of Merrill Lynch International, a member of the Executive Committee, and a director of the Merrill Lynch Board of Directors. Of course, is also a die-hard supporter of Stan O''Neal.


    "We can raise money by issuing bonds!"


    "Issuing debt will increase Merrill Lynch''s financial burden!"


    The debate continued, but it was clear that the atmosphere on the board was in Stan O''Neal''s favor. This is also understandable. As the chairman and CEO of Merrill Lynch, he has long built Merrill Lynch''s most critical executive committee into a "one-word hall" centered on himself.


    In addition, he has been in charge of Merrill Lynch for more than three years, and it has indeed reversed the dilemma of Merrill Lynch''s rapid expansion of international business at the end of the last century and the decline in revenue levels caused by the impact of Internet finance. Throughout 2004, Merrill Lynch''s revenue of $37.7 billion and net profit of $5.43 billion also created a new record in Merrill Lynch''s history.


    On Wall Street, where money trumps everything, revenue and profits represent power. So when O''Neal made up his mind to do one thing, not many on the board would object. Unless you suffer unbearably huge losses.


    "Since everyone has different opinions on this matter, let''s vote!" Stan O''Neill said directly.


    Since he convened this board of directors and proposed to issue additional shares, he naturally has absolute certainty.


    Sure enough, after a round of show of hands. Among the 21 board members present, except for three abstentions and Guo Shouyun''s only Miao opposition, the rest are in favor of expanding shares and increasing capital.


    "17 in favor, 1 against, 3 abstentions. The results are already clear, so I declare...!"


    "Wait a moment!"


    A clear voice interrupted Stan O''Neal''s words, and also made everyone present look away.


    Seeing everyone''s eyes on him, especially Stan O''Neill''s complicated eyes, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "I object! ... In addition, I think Mr. O''Neill''s investment in real estate mortgage loans and the securitization of related products contains too much. Risk. As an honest Merrill shareholder, I cannot allow Mr. O''Neal to drive Merrill into a loss. Therefore, I don''t think he is enough for the position of Chairman and CEO of Merrill Lynch, I It is recommended that the Board remove him and select a suitable successor!"


    "Wow...!"


    His words shocked everyone like a bolt from the blue.


    In the past three years, Stan O''Neal has used Merrill''s continuous growth to make his position in Merrill a rock! Those conservatives at Merrill were forced to resign constantly by him, and the rest were basically marginalized. Therefore, the current Stan O''Neal has absolute control and powerful authority over Merrill Lynch.


    Now Guo Shouyun publicly challenges that authority. No, it should be said to overthrow his rule. It was a rough sea for a Merrill Lynch board, accustomed to Stan O''Neal''s dictatorship.


    "Mr. Guo, you are only a shareholder of the company. There is no power to change Merrill Lynch''s management."


    Merrill Lynch''s chief financial officer, Stan O''Neill''s first dogleg, and board member Ahmes Fakahani said angrily.


    "I think I have this power!"


    Guo Shouyun stood up, looked around and said, "As we all know, the Bruce Foundation owns 28.7% of the shares of Merrill Lynch. Also, aren''t you curious why the board representatives of Fidelity Fund and Morgan Family Fund didn''t show up today? Because Fidelity Fund has already They sold their Merrill Lynch shares to me. The Morgan family fund also delegated their 5.83% voting rights to me. In addition, I have other companies that hold shares in Merrill Lynch, and the grants are 13.9% % of the voting rights represented by Merrill Lynch��s equity.��


    After a pause, Guo Shouyun swept over the pale and ugly Stan O''Neal, as well as the incredible crowd.


    "...I think everyone here is an elite in the financial field with strong mathematical ability. You should understand the shareholding I hold in the total share capital of Merrill Lynch. 53.13% gives me enough power to control Merrill Lynch. Everything, including its management. So, Mr. Stan O''Neill, Mr. Ahmes Fakahani, from now on, you are fired."


    "You can''t do this, I''m a veteran of the company. I have made great contributions to Merrill Lynch''s growth in the past three years!" Ahmes Fakahani said anxiously.


    "I''m sorry, I have enough power to do this." Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "I don''t think it is suitable for Merrill Lynch Bank to use the company''s helicopter to transport turkeys by air to serve the CFO of his family."


    News that Ahmez Farqahani used the company''s business helicopter to airlift turkeys to his family for Christmas has long spread within the company. And it''s no secret that he lives lavishly on his Martha''s Vineyard mansion.


    After being blocked by Guo Shou Genting for a while, Ahmes Fakahani blushed: "How do we know if your so-called 53.13% stake is true?"


    "It seems that Mr. Fakahani has lost his mind under his anxiety. I don''t think anyone will joke about the change of shareholding in public. Of course, in order to convince everyone, I have prepared enough documents. copy."


    When the words fell, he took out his mobile phone and called Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing who were staying outside. Not long after, they pushed the door and walked in.


    The two each held a lockbox. After opening it, the authorization documents and equity change documents were handed over to everyone one by one.


    Seeing the changes in everyone''s expressions, Guo Shouyun folded his arms and smiled, "Now everyone should have no doubts, right?"


    Looking at the document in his hand, Stan O''Neal''s heart sank to the bottom. What he feared the most had happened.


    It is impossible to describe the annoyance, depression, unbearable and many other negative emotions in Stan O''Neal''s heart at this moment. This kind of feeling is like being slapped in the head when I was most proud, and when I was extremely excited, I was poured a bucket of cold water at minus ten degrees, and I was stunned when I looked at the document in my hand.


    With Stan O''Neal''s silence, the atmosphere in the entire conference room dropped to freezing point. No one could imagine that what was just an ordinary board meeting would turn into a prelude to a major change in Merrill Lynch''s management. Everyone can imagine what kind of impact it will have on the U.S. and even the global financial community when the content of the conference spreads!


    You must know that Merrill Lynch is now the second largest investment bank on Wall Street after Morgan Stanley. It manages $1.75 trillion in global assets, is the world''s largest securities brokerage, and the largest private wealth management institution. At its peak, one out of every three people in the United States was a Merrill Lynch customer. Even the unstoppable Goldman Sachs succumbed to it.


    Its every move directly affects the pattern of Wall Street, and even the financial pattern of the United States! It is conceivable that when Stan O''Neal and Ahmez Fakahani are swept out of the house, what kind of stormy waves will be set off in the outside world!


    "Bruce, are you really going to expel me?"


    After a long time, Stan O''Neill, who had calmed down a little, turned pale and said with a very heavy tone.


    "O''Neal, there is no personal conflict between us. But you should be clear that our personalities cannot coexist. And your business strategy with Merrill is something I will never agree with. So you... can only leave. ." Guo Shouyun said solemnly.


    "Why? In the past three years, I have doubled Merrill''s share price and increased Merrill''s revenue and net profit by 1.5 times. Why do you deny my reform of Merrill?" Stan O''Neill said excitedly .


    Merrill Lynch''s success over the past three years is what he is most proud of, and no one can question it.


    "I''ll admit, you''ve managed Merrill successfully for three years. But your headstrong personality has been carried away by the profits. Use the company''s precious profits to buy G-4 planes and helicopters, put expensive wine The company''s wine cellar is full, but it is only for your personal use. In order to take a vacation with your family, waste your precious time and move the company''s annual meeting to South Africa. As long as you agree, no one can interfere. Just the administrative expenses for the top management are as high as 50 million US dollars. The guys at Enron didn''t have as much luxury as you!"


    "Of course, what I can''t approve of more than your extravagant spending on your personal life is your operational strategy at Merrill Lynch. Blindly following Goldman Sachs and Lehman without your own opinion. Taking big strides in high-risk projects Investing, but more and more negligent in hedging risks, so that Merrill Lynch''s risk exposure in equity investment, real estate mortgage loans and derivative securities is getting higher and higher. I really don''t know, once the real estate down cycle comes, you guys Is there enough money to pay?"


    "But it''s also true. You are only the operators of the business. The company loses money, and you can still leave with a generous pension. Therefore, you only need to ensure that the company''s profitability is high enough to ensure your luxury, so that you can take It would be nice to get more salary and equity rewards. As for the crisis, it is just a loss for shareholders and shareholders!"


    "But I''m sorry, I don''t agree with this kind of business strategy. I don''t like that you use the company''s funds to provide your own luxury. Therefore, we can''t coexist and work together."


    Stan O''Neal looked gloomy. After a long time, he stared at Guo Shouyun and threatened: "Bruce, the company has a ''golden parachute'' plan for anti-takeovers. If you fire me, you will pay me $120 million in pension and retirement. $85 million for Ahmez Farkhani. And $475 million for the entire Merrill Lynch management!"


    The golden parachute means that as the senior management of the enterprise, after losing their original jobs, the company provides them with financial protection. "Gold" means generous compensation, and "parachute" means executives can make a smooth transition that avoids the shock of a change in control of the company.


    This strategy of causing the acquirer to "bleed a lot" is one of the "poison pill plans" for anti-takeovers. The principle can be extended to apply to the termination compensation for various reasons of the operator. These compensations include stock options, bonuses, severance pay, etc. Of course, in addition to anti-takeover, the golden parachute plan is also one of the effective ways to retain talents. 20% of companies ranked within 1,000 in the United States have signed such plans with management.


    Since 2000, a total of 21 CEOs have received more than $100 million worth of stock, severance, pensions and other payments upon retirement or departure from the company The famous top one is Jack Welch Jr., former CEO of GE, ended his 20-year career at the group in 2001 with a $417 million compensation package.


    Of course, Jack Welch led GE out of its slump and became America''s top big company again, and no one would say anything about his high pension. But like Hank McKinnell, CEO of Ruihui Pharmaceuticals, who has been in charge of the company for 5 years, Ruihui has lost $140 billion in market value, and he can still leave with nearly $200 million in compensation when he leaves. Rather hated.


    And people like Hank McKinnell will be repeated on Wall Street after the subprime crisis. Similar to the current Stan O''Neal, after selling Merrill to Bank of America, he left with a $160 million pension. And Ahmes Fakahani got $120 million.


    The US government used the taxes paid by citizens to save financial institutions such as Merrill Lynch, AIG, and Bear Stearns. But the management gates that brought these companies to the brink of bankruptcy lived out their wealthy days with generous pensions unscathed. Such a tragicomedy led directly to the outbreak of the Occupy Wall Street movement.


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 v2 Chapter 751： Merrill Lynchs Big Change (Part 2)

    Chapter 751 The Great Change of Merrill Lynch (Part 2)


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    "I know Merrill Lynch''s golden parachute plan. Since I decide to acquire it, I will implement it according to the contract. So O''Neal, you will get your pension." Guo Shouyun smiled.


    Although the golden parachute plan will make him suffer a certain loss, but in fact the money is borne by the finance of Merrill Lynch, if according to the shareholding, he actually only loses less than half. The remaining half is naturally borne by other shareholders of Merrill Lynch.


    After staring at him, Stan O''Neal took a deep breath. As the chairman and CEO of Merrill Lynch, O''Neal''s psychological quality is naturally far superior to ordinary people. Although this fight for Merrill Lynch''s control has failed, he has not completely lost his composure.


    "Bruce, I hope you won''t regret it!"


    "I never regret it!" Guo Shouyun said indifferently.


    Glancing at him one last time, Stan O''Neal turned sharply and strode out of the conference room.


    "Mr. Fakahani, you should leave too!"


    The chief financial officer is the company''s big housekeeper, second only to the CEO in importance. Guo Shouyun will not give this position to someone he doesn''t trust.


    "You won''t be complacent for long!"


    "It''s my business, don''t worry about Mr. Raufakahani!"


    After a cold snort, Ahmes Fakahani, like Stan O''Neill, left with his last stubbornness.


    In the blink of an eye, the two core giants of the company''s management were swept out of the house, which shocked the directors of Merrill Lynch present so much that they still haven''t come back to think about it all.


    Of course, there is no need to think about it, because Guo Shouyun, who has absolute control, has already mastered everything about Merrill Lynch.


    "Okay, everyone, let''s elect the chairman and CEO of Merrill Lynch!"


    Guo Shouyun smiled and walked to the seat that originally belonged to Stan O''Neal and sat down.


    MMP, you already have the controlling power, so choose a fart!


    Of course, it''s good to think about this in your heart. No one who wants to keep this job dares to say it.


    Of course, it goes without saying that Guo Shouyun became the chairman of the board of directors of Merrill Lynch, and Michael Moretz, who was nominated by him, also successfully became the CEO of Merrill Lynch!


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    "Merrill Lynch changed hands, Wall Street changed dramatically!"


    "Bruce Guo, the new owner of Merrill Lynch!"


    "Merrill Lynch has been hostilely acquired!"


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    The clenched fist slammed on the stack of newspapers, and even though it had a shock-absorbing effect, it still caused a huge shock in the entire conference room. Moreover, the strength of the master''s fist can be seen from the faintly blue knuckles, and his anger at the moment can also be seen.


    "O''Neal, calm down!"


    "Calm down! I already said that I should start early, you have to wait. Now, Merrill has fallen into the hands of Bruce Guo! Damn, why should I cooperate with you guys, you guys What is the use!"


    The tall Stan O''Neal looks like an enraged lion at this time! His roar shook the entire conference room.


    Jon Winkreed, president and chief operating officer of Goldman Sachs, who was sprayed in his face, was also angry. But more is the shock and sorrow brought by the sudden change of Merrill Lynch.


    "O''Neal, Merrill''s change is a foregone conclusion. No matter how angry you are now, it won''t help. And rather than pointless emotional catharsis, how to reverse the current situation that is not good for us is what we should be most concerned about!" Jon Wincred Road.


    Stan O''Neal, who had vented his emotions, took a deep breath, his face was still ugly, but he had calmed down and said, "I''m not interested in anything except getting Merrill back!"


    Feeling the coldness exuding from his whole body, Jon Winkreed, who made a fortune short of LinkedIn, was re-entered into the ice cellar by Merrill''s accident before he could enjoy the joy of victory.


    "Everyone, you all know. As the second largest investment bank on Wall Street, Merrill Lynch has the best financial research department in the world, and has a strong influence on the investment field, especially public opinion. If it is mastered by Bruce Guo, plus On Phoenix Bank, Global Fortune Network, and the CW TV station of the matrix, our advantage in public opinion will be greatly weakened."


    "Don''t forget Bloomberg News, Merrill owns 20% of its shares! Michael Bloomberg will be subject to Bruce Guo as long as he doesn''t want to lose his property!" Stan O''Neal reminded coldly.


    The influence of Bloomberg News in the financial world is well known to everyone. As one of the world''s three largest financial consulting companies, standing alongside Reuters and Thomson Group, its clients are all over the world, including traders, investment banks, the Federal Reserve, and other U.S. official institutions. and major central banks around the world.


    If Bloomberg News switches to Guo''s camp, then they will try to influence public opinion, and then the possibility of grasping the rise and fall of oil and gold futures will be greatly reduced. If they can''t let oil and gold futures fall and lock up the money that Bruce Guo has invested in them, then their plans after that will be meaningless.


    "...So, Bruce Guo must never get Merrill!" Jon Winkreed said solemnly after nodding.


    "The key is that Bruce Guo has obtained the absolute control of Merrill Lynch, and his acquisition does not violate the constitution!" Citi Vice Chairman Steven Walker said.


    "Although Bruce Guo''s actions are not against the Constitution, we can stop him from controlling Merrill Lynch in the name of a monopoly!" William Schiff laughed Monopoly? "


    Everyone was surprised.


    "That''s right! Phoenix Bank, controlled by Bruce Guo, is now the fourth largest bank in the United States after Citi, Bank of America and MG Chase, with 37.2 million customers and $700 billion in total assets. Merrill Lynch is second only to Morgan Stanley, the world''s second largest investment bank, has custodial assets of US$175 million. We lobbied both the Senate and the House of Representatives on the grounds that "individuals hold too many large financial institutions in the country and are suspected of monopolizing and interfering with fairness in the financial sector." Get Bruce Guo out of Merrill Lynch through political power!"


    Hearing this, everyone''s eyes lit up immediately.


    Business skills are not good and there is politics. Although they were caught off guard by Bruce Guo, they did not completely fail.


    Seeing the expressions on everyone''s faces, William Schiff continued with a smile: "Everyone, we have a first-mover advantage in politics. Mr. Richard Bruce Cheney, Vice President of the United States and President of the Senate, is ours. ally."


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 v2 Chapter 752： Conflicts

    Chapter 752: Intensification of Contradiction


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    "Then what are you waiting for, hurry up. The longer it takes, the worse it will be for us!" Stan O''Neal said excitedly.


    He wants more than anyone else to take back control of Merrill.


    "There is one more problem. If we start lobbying at full strength, then our alliance will be exposed, and we will lose our current advantage against Bruce Guo in the open." Bear Stearns President and Chief Operating Officer Charles Prince.


    "Charles, nothing is the best of both worlds. And Bruce Guo''s ability may not have been unaware of our existence." Halliburton Energy CEO Steven Lippin said.


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    "I''m afraid the other party has already noticed it."


    After finishing speaking, John Watson, President and Chief Operating Officer of Chevron Texaco, looked at the eyes that were all focused on him, "My bodyguard discovered that in the past two weeks, there was a gap between my residence and the company. There are people who are tracking and monitoring. Although there is no evidence that these monitoring guys are from which side. But from the time we started targeting Bruce Guo and comparing the time of their appearance, it is not difficult to guess who is behind."


    "I''m afraid he also sensed our existence and decided to take action against Merrill!" said Jerry Midell, CEO of Barclays Capital.


    "If that''s the case, then there''s nothing to hesitate."


    Steven Lippin Road.


    Everyone nodded in agreement.


    "Let''s start after the meeting, mobilize the forces of all parties, and lobby the Senate and House of Representatives!"


    The battle from dark to light will undoubtedly become more intense. However, at this time, Guo Shouyun was still immersed in the joy of acquiring Merrill Lynch, and did not notice much about what was about to happen. Of course, the monitoring staff of the Ministry of Information still gave feedback. The news that his enemies were gathering in New York made Guo Shouyun wary of these guys.


    Of course, now he is more concerned about the management of Merrill Lynch and the subsequent integration with Phoenix Bank.


    "How is it? How different is it from the information we collected about Merrill Lynch?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    For more than three years, he has been thinking about acquiring Merrill Lynch, and naturally he will not relax his investigation and research on it. Not only Phoenix Bank, but Will Harrington''s Information Department also collected a lot of information about Merrill Lynch''s operations. Of course, information is just information. If complex financial transactions are not personally involved, no one can thoroughly understand the real situation of the enterprise.


    "There are some differences, but not much."


    Guo Shouyun nodded and waved for him to continue.


    "Among all categories in the financial sector, Merrill Lynch is involved in almost every category of business except taking deposits from the public. Including investment banking, private wealth management, insurance, venture capital, leveraged buyouts, etc."


    Merrill Lynch''s full name is Merrill Lynch-Pearce-Fenner-Smith Company, or Merrill Lynch for short. It has also long been called ''Merrill Lynch'' by the outside world. The reason is that Merrill Lynch is involved in the loan business that commercial banks are engaged in.


    Anyone who knows the US financial industry knows the Glass-Steagall Act, which divides the business scope of commercial banks and investment banks. But under the leadership of Merrill Lynch''s seventh CEO, Donald Regan, Merrill Lynch has continued to erode the business of commercial banks.


    In order not to touch the Glass-Steagall Act, they figured out a way to only lend money in the United States and not take deposits from the public, which is not a violation of the Act. However, new businesses have been added and new revenue points have been developed.


    And in the international market where there is no Glass-Steagall Act, they, like British banks, have done everything that the financial industry can do, including deposits and loans, despite the name of an investment bank.


    After the US repealed the Glass-Steagall Act in 1999, Merrill''s business no longer had blind spots.


    "As of the end of 2004, Merrill Lynch had total assets of $175 million, of which the private client business had total assets under management of $130 million, the global asset management business held a total of $557 billion, shareholders'' equity of $22.78 billion, and net income of $37.7 billion. , with a net profit of $5.43 billion.��


    "At present, Merrill Lynch has 975 branches and 48,000 employees in 44 countries around the world. The company has a total of 49 business units, which are divided into six business segments: private clients, asset management, insurance, investment banking, debt markets and equity markets. , by six executive vice presidents."


    "Now Merrill Lynch has equity assets of US$450 billion, with a leverage ratio of 19 times. The largest proportion is investment in different industries and derivatives, accounting for 28.9%, reaching US$130.9 billion; the second is private equity investment, accounting for 13.7% , reaching US$61.65 billion. There are seven heavyweight stocks in private equity, namely Bloomberg with 20.7%, Verizon with 7.4%, Cisco with 5.3%, Huaxia Telecom with 4.5%, Mexico Telecom with 4.2%, and Modu Petrochemical 4. %, Berkshire Hathaway 3.4%.��


    "The third largest futures investment, accounting for 9.37%, reached $42.2 billion. Gold spot and oil futures accounted for the most, accounting for 73%, and triple leveraged long positions. According to Merrill Lynch''s documents, gold spot and oil futures It''s the Thunder Fund. It''s clear that Merrill is behind the boss."


    Guo Shouyun smiled. He was not surprised by Merrill Lynch''s choice at all In fact, the investment strategy of Thunder Fund, especially the investment strategy in gold and oil, has used super high returns for five years. proved his strength. No matter whether it is Merrill Lynch or Goldman Sachs, financial giants such as MG Chase and Citigroup will focus on Thunder Fund when investing in spot gold and oil.


    "In the end, Merrill''s exposure was much larger than we had previously known. Real estate and derivative securities in particular, at $18.9 billion, exceeded our previous estimate of $12 billion."


    Risk exposure is a financial term. Simply put, it''s unprotected risk. To give a simple example: You buy a group of ABS bonds backed by real estate. Since the bonds have credit risk, and you have not done any hedging transactions, you have an exposure to credit risk.


    If the real estate market prices fall, then you will suffer losses. This is also the main reason for the subprime mortgage crisis.


    But if you buy a ''credit default swap'' for this group of ABS bonds, the part of the loss from the fall in real estate prices will be compensated by the insurance company or financial institution that owns the ''credit default swap''.


    Credit Default Swap, or CDS. When the subprime mortgage crisis occurred, the size of the US CDO was only about 2 trillion, but the CDS was as high as tens of trillions. It is the real culprit behind the subprime mortgage crisis!


    In addition, the specific concepts of CDO and CDS have been mentioned before, so I won''t mention them here. In addition, I will explain in detail when I write about the subprime mortgage crisis later.


    Hesitating that Guo Shouyun intervened earlier, Merrill Lynch''s risk exposure in the real estate and derivative bond fields continued to increase.

 v2 Chapter 753： financial leverage

    Chapter 753 Financial Leverage


    "Sell all Merrill Lynch''s assets in the real estate field. Besides, in addition to retaining the shares of Bloomberg and Verizon, the remaining private equity investments should also be closed." Guo Shouyun said after thinking for a while.


    "The growth of Berkshire Hathaway''s stock has always been good. In addition, Huaxia Telecom and Modu Petrochemical have an annual return of more than 15%. If they sell now, would it be a pity. And the boss is not always optimistic about Huaxia enterprises. future?!" said Michael Moretz.


    "It''s optimistic. But you know my attitude towards the rapidly developing real estate in the United States, especially real estate financial derivatives."


    Guo Shouyun has been bearish on the U.S. real estate industry for a long time, and not many people in the outside world know it. But it is no secret at the top of Phoenix Bank and Hanhua Holdings. But Michael Moretz thought he was a little too alarmist.


    "Boss, the cyclical nature of the real estate industry is indeed something to be vigilant about. However, U.S. real estate has just entered a boom period. According to the past, it will be at least three to four years before it will enter the downward range. It is not too much to start preparing now. Early? And it will also make us miss out on a lot of great opportunities!��


    "There are many channels for obtaining income, not necessarily real estate and derivative products. In addition, it has been 20 years since the last real estate cycle, and it is doubtful how much reference value is still there. In addition, more than 99% of the United States is now of financial institutions have entered the real estate and derivative products field, and the scale and growth rate are far more than before. In just two months in 2005, the scale of real estate derivative bonds, including CDOs and CDS, increased by nearly 76 billion US dollars. If By the end of the year, this scale will increase by at least 500-700 billion US dollars. This scale is too terrifying, I can''t let Merrill take this risk." Guo Shouyun said firmly.


    "...When I can''t see the road ahead clearly, I''d rather be safe!"


    Michael Moretz nodded after a moment of thought.


    "If most of the investment in private equity is liquidated, where will the return money be used?"


    "Gold spot! Under the premise that it is safe enough, triple the gold spot. This is also a hedge against future risks!"


    During the subprime mortgage crisis, although toxic assets were concentrated in real estate and derivative financial products, as the largest financial crisis that broke out in the United States after 1929, it harmed the entire market. At that time, whether it is treasury bonds, corporate bonds, or stocks, there will be various degrees of decline.


    As an investment bank, it is impossible for you to liquidate all the financial products that are falling left and right, which is also unrealistic. Therefore, the best way is to hedge from value-preserving products such as gold. Of course, CDS is also a good choice. However, with the lessons of American International Bank, whether it can get a claim at that time is a problem. Therefore, after much deliberation, gold is the safest. The market is large enough, the room for growth is also ideal, and the payment is fast.


    "...But the opportunity is not very good now. The returned funds are temporarily placed in the company''s account and reinvested when the node of the gold market comes."


    In view of their current plans with Citi and Goldman Sachs, it is better to keep more liquidity in their own hands at this time.


    Michael Moretz nodded. Practice in the past five years has proved that Guo Shouyun''s ability to invest in futures products such as gold and oil far exceeds his own.


    "Should we sell all of the real estate derivatives in the portfolio currently held by Merrill Lynch?"


    Merrill Lynch manages $1.3 trillion in wealth, much of which is derived from real estate. And that''s only part of it. In order to increase revenue, Merrill Lynch also uses its own cash flow as the basis to hold hundreds of billions of dollars in financial products through high leverage. At least one-third of them are real estate CDOs and CDSs.


    Of course, this is also what the five major investment banks on Wall Street, and even all banks with investment banking business, including Citi and Chase, will do. Commonly known as ''arbitrage''.


    The principle is also very simple.


    Because banks take deposits from the public and make loans at the same time, they make profits by earning interest rate differentials. But the difference between public deposits and withdrawals cannot be quantified, sometimes more, sometimes less. To avoid a run that threatens the bank''s survival, the bank must keep enough cash. But leaving enough cash flow would reduce the bank''s revenue and would require paying more reserves to the Fed.


    Therefore, in order to maximize their own interests, inter-bank lending and overnight lending markets have emerged in the financial market.


    Overnight borrowing is easy to understand, that is, borrowing today and repaying tomorrow. Interest rates move up and down with the Federal Reserve''s federal funds rate.


    The largest institution that absorbs the bank''s overnight lending funds is the investment bank. Investment banks have rich high-risk, high-return investment channels and experience, a sound risk management system, deep connections and a flexible and complete information network. Make sure they can engage in arbitrage trades.


    If the interest rate for overnight lending is 1%, the return on real estate ABS is 7%, and the investment bank can still get 300-400 basis points of revenue after deducting the insurance paid when hedging risks.


    When the investment bank uses the funds raised, plus its own funds, the purchased financial products as collateral, and receives more overnight borrowing funds to purchase financial products with higher returns, which forms leverage. In this cycle, the scale of leveraged financial products becomes even larger.


    Just like now, Merrill Lynch''s leverage ratio is 19 times, and Goldman Sachs, Dharma, Lehman Brothers and Bear Stearns are basically around 20 times.


    By the time of the second major crisis, the leverage ratios of the five major investment banks were basically around 30 times.


    What is the concept of 30 times? If the five largest investment banks have a principal of $10 billion, then they hold a position of as much as $300 billion. Obviously, the Big Five''s own funds are obviously more than $10 billion. It can be seen that the scale of funds they leverage will be staggering.


    But this massive asset built on overnight lending is like a castle on the beach. If there is a lot of money in the market during good times, maintenance is easy. In the event of an economic crisis, the cost of borrowing money will be higher, and it may even be difficult to borrow money.


    During the subprime mortgage crisis, the shrinking of the overnight lending market was a major cause of the crisis.


    Of course, the root cause is the decline in real estate and derivative bond prices.


    Financial institutions such as Lehman, Bear Stearns, Merrill Lynch, etc. held too many positions in real estate derivative bonds. Once the real estate market fell, the prices of financial products built on these real estates also fell. Transactions that used to be arbitrage, now not only fail to make money, but lose money instead. If the investment bank''s own funds are not enough to compensate, it means that it has a liquidity crisis.


    So, Lehman went bankrupt. Bear Stearns and Merrill were acquired.


    A bank that lends out overnight loans and can''t get its own funds back now means it has suffered a loss. If the scale of the loss exceeds its own funds, it will also have a liquidity crisis. If the bank fails because of this. It means that there is a crisis in the entire financial system, which is called a systemic crisis!


    The subprime mortgage crisis is a crisis in investment banks, banks, credit institutions and insurance companies in the United States. The representatives of investment banks are the Big Five, the representatives of banks are Wachovia, the representatives of credit institutions are Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, and the representatives of insurance are the world''s largest insurance institution, American International Group.


    The collapse or bankruptcy of these giant-level financial institutions directly induced the crisis of the entire US financial system. Because the trigger is the subprime mortgage of real estate, it is also called the ''subprime mortgage crisis''.


    The scale of the subprime mortgage crisis was staggering. Guo Shouyun, who had personally experienced it, felt his scalp go numb just thinking about it. He didn''t want Merrill to get involved in it like the previous life.


    "Sell the real estate derivative bonds, as well as investments related to different properties. This process can be relaxed until the end of next year."


    Considering the high yield of subordinated bonds, Guo Shouyun did not act immediately. It is enough to leave this pit a year early.


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    After Michael Moretz nodded, "What about the lever, does it need to be adjusted?"


    "No need, just follow the trend of the whole market to increase and decrease."


    Arbitrage trading is one of the main sources of profits for investment banks. Although high leverage is very risky, it cannot be done directly. If it doesn''t invest in the hottest real estate financial products, at most it will get some complaints. But if the income of Phoenix Merrill is reduced by one piece, I am afraid that the shareholders who he wants to draw over to merge the platform for Phoenix Merrill will not agree.


    "...Although leverage does not need to be adjusted, risk exposure, especially risk exposure of real estate investment, must not exist. There is no room for negotiation on this point." Guo Shouyun said directly.


    "What about futures investments in gold and oil?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Michael, I am very confident in the future of the gold and oil markets. But if you want to do short-term trading, you must hedge. If it is long-term, you can open as much exposure as you like."


    The future of gold and oil has at least six years of upside. So long-term trading will not cause too much loss. Of course, in the early stage of the subprime mortgage crisis, there will be a brief drop in oil prices due to the economic collapse. When the United States turns on the money printing press and uses the ''petrodollars'' to pass on its losses to the world, oil prices will rise to the sky again.


    So in the long run, oil prices are still rising. As for how to get through the short window period of the subprime mortgage crisis. It''s not too late to say. The oil futures trading scale is enough for Guo Shouyun to sell his position to close it.


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 v2 Chapter 754： CNBCs report

    Chapter 754: CNBC''s report


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    CNBC, the full name of the American Consumer News and Business Channel, is a global financial cable and satellite news station owned by the NBC Universal Group of the United States. Its seven channels provide real-time financial market reports and business information to 385 million households around the world. A leader in global business journalism.


    Almost all financial practitioners in the United States use it and Bloomberg News to learn about financial information, and so does Guo Shouyun. CNBC''s four major programs, including ''Financial Forum'', ''Market Watch'', ''Market Roundup'' and ''Business Central'', are one of his regulars.


    "Dr. Rosen, how do you think the acquisition of Merrill Lynch by the Bruce Foundation or Mr. Bruce Guo will affect the financial markets in the United States?"


    Erin Fink, the host of CNBC''s Market Watch program, graduated from the Columbia Journalism Department. She not only has a beautiful appearance and a hot body, but also has a keen observation and wisdom to the core of the problem. She also became CNBC Market Watch. The main reason why the show is hosted and popular with the audience.


    "I personally don''t think this is a good phenomenon. We all know that the Bruce Foundation is a major shareholder in the fourth largest bank in the US, ''Phoenix Bank''. The latter has more than $30 billion in annual revenue and nearly $750 billion in assets. Its tentacles Covering all 50 U.S. states, and entering Canada and Mexico this year. It is the largest super financial institution in North America, second only to Citi, Bank of America and MG Chase.��


    ����Compared with Phoenix, Merrill Lynch, a financial institution that has been established for nearly a century, has more influence and strength. It has 975 branches around the world and manages a huge asset of 1.75 trillion US dollars. It is second only to Wall Street. Morgan Stanley is a comprehensive investment bank, which is unique in the field of financial research and private wealth management. It is also the largest consulting institution in Washington, the World Bank, and the world''s major financial institutions and government financial departments. Its every move directly affects the United States and the United States. Stability in global financial markets."


    ����If Phoenix Bank merged with Merrill Lynch, it would create a world-class financial institution with annual revenues in excess of $65 billion, total assets under management of a staggering $2.5 trillion, and operations in all financial fields. Or ''financial'' Trust''! This is a very scary thing!"


    Mitchell Rosen, professor at Harvard Business School, Ph.D.


    "Dr Rosen, why do you think the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch is a very scary thing? If it''s just because of their size, Citigroup is also over $2 trillion in assets, also has a global footprint and involves all the financial sector.��


    "Citi is fundamentally different from Phoenix Merrill." Mitchell Rosen shook his head.


    "Can you elaborate?"


    "Of course! ... First of all, I am against the emergence of super-large financial institutions. Because these huge financial trusts will harm consumers'' rights, breed corruption, hinder fair competition in the financial industry, and stifle economic freedom. Second, compared to Citi, Bank of America and other large financial institutions. The merger of Merrill Lynch and Phoenix, the nature of monopoly is more obvious.��


    ����In Citi, Bank of America and MG Chase, while the CEO has a lot of power, it is also constrained by the board of directors and the board of supervisors. This is not the case with Phoenix Merrill Lynch, where the Bruce Foundation and Bruce Kwok own it. Absolute control. This means that the oversight role of the board and supervisory board will become very limited. And the absolute power of a $2.5 trillion financial entity is in one hand, which is suffocating to think about it.��


    ����Absolute power means absolute corruption. The merger of Merrill Lynch and Phoenix will not only profoundly change Wall Street, but also affect the safety and stability of the U.S. financial market, especially the stock market.��


    ���� Therefore, I recommend that the Antitrust Committee of the Treasury Department firmly cannot agree to the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch. And urge Congress to pass legislation to limit the shareholding of individuals and large institutions in super-large financial institutions. In order to maintain the integrity of the US financial market Safe and stable."


    "Boss, it''s almost time."


    Wang Jue walked over and whispered.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, took a last look at the picture on the TV, picked up the remote control and turned it off.


    It has been a week since Merrill was acquired by him. The euphoria of success has died down amid the clamor for the Merrill Lynch-Phoenix merger and restrictions on private and large institutions'' stakes in big financial firms.


    He could imagine who was operating behind this. In fact, with the expansion of these opposition voices, hostile institutions such as Citi, Goldman Sachs, and the Dutch ING Group have already stood on the table.


    "Let''s go!"


    Guo Shouyun put on his coat with a calm expression. Since this ''battle'' is unavoidable, and it has reached the point of fighting with open flames, he also wants to back down.


    "Since you want to fight, let''s fight. The big deal is to start all over again!"


    With boundless confidence and determination, Guo Shouyun quickly boarded the helicopter inside the villa.


    It takes about 15 minutes by helicopter from the "Shanglin Garden" on Long Island to Merrill Lynch''s headquarters.


    "Boss, look!"


    In fact, Wang Jue''s reminder is not needed. Through the hanging window of the helicopter, Guo Shouyun also saw the gathering outside Merrill Lynch headquarters, holding various signs in his hands, protesting against Merrill Lynch being acquired by him, protesting against Merrill Lynch and Phoenix merger, and even under the name Crowd of racist slogans.


    The scale is not large, only a few hundred people.


    For the United States, where demonstrations of all kinds are frequent, this is nothing. In addition to not being able to save face, Guo Shouyun didn''t take them to heart.


    Compared with these protests for protest''s sake, with ulterior motives, or by being used for protests; what he should really worry about is the upper class in the United States. This is the core of the real power in this country.


    "Don''t worry about that. They''re just small characters, they can''t make waves!" After a pause, "Brent, land at St. Laurent Airport, don''t go to Merrill."


    After the helicopter pilot responded, Guo Shouyun turned his head, "Matthew, call Smith and drive to St. Laurent Airport."


    "Yes, boss!"


    The helicopter originally intended to land on the top floor of Merrill Lynch''s headquarters turned a corner and flew over eastern Manhattan.


    St. Laurent Airport in the Upper East Side of New York is an airport dedicated to parking helicopters for CEOs and executives of major companies.


    After Guo Shouyun parked the helicopter here, it didn''t take long for the car to pick him up. After the two parties converged, they came to the ''Hanshan Bieyuan New York Branch''.


    The reason why he opened the Hanshan Courtyard in New York was that he learned it from his father-in-law''s family.


    As one of the top conferences in New York, the Roosevelt Club is well-known all over the world, and in addition to the United States, London, Magic Capital, Tokyo and other top global cities have its branches, and it is the top private club in the world. The presence.


    With the prestige of the Roosevelt family, the Roosevelt Club has not only become the first choice for high society gatherings in various countries, but also contributed a lot of income from membership fees and catering, and also laid the foundation for the Roosevelt family to consolidate their status and develop more contacts.


    Guo Shouyun followed suit. When his status was high enough and there were enough registered members in Hanshan Academy, he also opened it to New York.


    As the financial heart of the United States, it is also a place where he often comes. The existence of Hanshan Courtyard really provides great convenience in terms of banquets.


    2039 Fifth Avenue, Upper East Side, New York, this is a baroque high-rise building built in the 1940s, with exquisite reliefs and beige exterior. facade.


    Although on the east of Fifth Avenue, the place where the wealthy gathers does not look the most brilliant, but the architectural style and quality of the wheel is definitely the top grade in high-rise buildings.


    Originally it was a four-star hotel called ''Bacchus'', but due to poor management, the high cost of interior decoration and the expiration of bank loans, the owner had to sell himself to save himself. At the end of 2003, Guo Shouyun spent $250 million to buy it. It later invested $85 million to renovate, and it was not officially put into use until the end of last year.


    Of course, compared with his investment, the price of this building has nearly doubled as the real estate industry in the United States is hot.


    After asking the driver to park the car, Guo Shouyun got down and walked over.


    There are two entrance doors to the New York Branch of Hanshan Bieyuan. The first one is similar to most hotels, a very ordinary revolving door. After entering, it is the second door in charge of the hotel security staff. You must have a membership card of Hanshan Bieyuan to swipe your card to enter. Each membership card can bring two uncarded persons to enter.


    In addition to membership cards, every visitor must undergo a security check for safety. Dangerous goods such as guns and explosives are prohibited from being brought inside.


    In addition, the bodyguards of Hanshan Bieyuan are not hired from outside, but from the internal guards trained by him, and their loyalty and ability are trustworthy.


    After passing the inspection, Guo Shouyun walked into the lobby and soon a beautiful waiter came up to greet him. However, the lobby manager who had already received the news had already rushed over in front of him.


    "Boss, the guests are arranged in Box No. 9 on the second floor."


    After smiling and nodding, "Understood, you should be busy first!"


    "Yes!"


    It was not the first time that Guo Shouyun came to the second floor by elevator. Compared with the open restaurant on the first floor, the box on the second floor is undoubtedly more private.


    Inside the clubhouse, the first and second floors are dining areas. The third floor to the seventh floor is a comprehensive entertainment area, including indoor swimming pool, indoor tennis court, indoor basketball hall, indoor golf, etc. The eighth floor is a banquet hall, as well as several meeting rooms of different sizes, or reception rooms.


    The remaining ninth to twelfth floors are 36 luxury suites. Half of them are long-term rentals, and half are part-time rooms.


    Although the New York branch of Hanshan Bieyuan has only opened for one quarter in the world. But thanks to Guo Shouyun''s increasingly popular popularity and influence. Although it is a new building, the number of registered members here is rising steadily. Naturally, the income of Hanshan Bieyuan has continued to grow.


    In addition to the annual fee of up to 30,000 US dollars per year, the income of various food, drink and accommodation appears to be higher. In just the first quarter, the main income of the New York Branch of Hanshan Bieyuan has exceeded 22 million US dollars without calculating the annual fee. ...


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    And compared with ordinary clubs, the gross profit margin of such top-level high-end clubs is much higher. Taking his Hanshan Courtyard in San Francisco as an example, in 2004, the combined return of various expenses such as membership fees and catering income was 118 million US dollars, and the gross profit rate was as high as 51.3%.


    Of course, the generation of such high income and high gross profit relies heavily on the personal connections and relationships of the club owner. If Guo Shouyun didn''t have his current status, Hanshan Bieyuan would be nothing.


    "Squeak!"


    When Guo Shouyun pushed open the door of Box No. 9 on the second floor, the people inside also looked at the door subconsciously. As soon as their eyes met, Guo Shouyun smiled and walked over to the middle-aged man who was about to get up, dressed in a black suit, with sharp eyes and a serious expression.


    "Mr. Bloomberg, it''s an honor to meet you."


    "Mr. Guo is very polite. It is also my honor to meet such a young talent as Your Excellency."


    Michael Bloomberg surveyed the young man in front of him. Although he was mentally prepared for a long time, thinking of the achievements of the other party, and looking at his face younger than his own son, this visual and psychological impact still made his heart a bit complicated.


    If there is one sentence to describe his current state of mind, it would be more appropriate to have a child like Sun Zhongmou.


    After Guo Shouyun smiled, "Please sit down!"


    "thanks!"


    After Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing greeted the service staff and served tea.


    "Mr. Bloomberg has always been a business predecessor I respect very much. Bloomberg has been able to rise rapidly in less than three decades, and overwhelm Thomson and Reuters (the two have not yet merged) to become the The world''s largest business finance company, Your Excellency''s leadership and management skills are admirable. The most amazing thing is that in addition to business, Mr. Bloomberg has an amazing talent in politics."


    "...Since Your Excellency took office as mayor of New York City in November 2001, it has not only effectively appeased citizens who were panicked by 9/11, but also created tens of thousands of jobs for New York City in the following years, bringing A $6 billion deficit turned into a multibillion-dollar surplus. And led a city government that increased New York''s high school graduation rate by 40 percent, reduced crime by a third, and made New York the safest in the world One of the cities. Reduced carbon emissions in New York City by nearly 20% and increased life expectancy by three years.��


    "��Mr. Bloomberg has achieved more in business and politics than I have!"


    Humans are animals that need affirmation. Even emperors like to hear good things, and so does Michael Bloomberg. What''s more, it is Guo Shouyun, who has risen rapidly and has an amazing position in the global business world, especially the financial world.


    "Mr. Guo is very polite. Although I have some achievements in politics, I am far behind Mr. Guo in business. If nothing else, Merrill Lynch''s strength and influence are much more than Bloomberg''s." Michael Bloomberg laughed.


    "It''s really a pleasant thing to be recognized by Your Excellency!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, "Does Mr. Bloomberg think the merger of Merrill Lynch and Phoenix is ??a monopoly?"


    Looking at his gaze, Michael Bloomberg''s heart moved.


    "Mr. Guo, I''m afraid I can''t answer this question. Your Excellency needs to convince the American public that the merger of Phoenix and Merrill is not a monopoly on the financial industry."


    "Of course! But if you want to convince the American public, you need an opportunity or channel to let them know the truth about the merger of Phoenix and Merrill." Guo Shouyun stared at Bloomberg.


    The latter''s eyes flashed. Before he came, he thought of the reason why Guo Shouyun met him. Now that everything is as he guessed, there is no need to keep the good answer. Before that, though, he still has some questions to ask.


    "Mr. Guo, Merrill Lynch has been selling its private equity holdings for a while now. I''m curious about the reason? You must know that the U.S. stock market has been rising recently, and the U.S. economy is also very healthy."


    "We just need some capital to reduce Merrill''s exposure and invest in emerging industries with higher returns. Also, private equity I prefer to concentrate rather than cast a wide net, so you see, Bloomberg and Veri We did not sell Sen''s shares." Guo Shouyun replied.


    After Michael Bloomberg nodded clearly, he looked directly at him and said, "What if Bloomberg also opposes the merger of Phoenix and Merrill?"


    "Because of the huge amount of private equity investment, I have always been very cautious. In addition to knowing the details of its operations, the leadership of the company is also something I value. In particular, a leader with a good relationship is easier to gain my trust." After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "I think Mr. Bloomberg understands what I mean!"


    "Mr. Guo has said it so clearly, how could I not understand!"


    Merrill Lynch holds more than 20% of Bloomberg''s shares. With such a heavy proportion, if it sells on a large scale, it will definitely cause panic in the market. If Merrill Lynch takes the opportunity to go short again, he is very sure that if he rejects Guo Shouyun''s cooperation, then Merrill Lynch, Phoenix, even Thunder and Hanhua Holdings, which is far in the East, will join in the action of shorting Bloomberg.


    Under this series of blows, Bloomberg''s stock price fell two or three percent is a sure thing, if the situation is worse, there will be more. At that time, not only will his worth shrink significantly, but also Bloomberg''s own business will be affected. The world cannot recover its vitality without two or three years or more.


    In contrast, agreeing to cooperate with the other party can not only attract a business for Bloomberg, but also close the relationship with this fast-rising young rich man who has not yet seen the peak.


    Of course, he also received calls from some of his Wall Street friends, such as Goldman Sachs and senior Citizens, asking him to refuse to cooperate with Bruce Guo. But just empty promises, or even slight interests, could not impress him at all.


    "Mr. Bloomberg understands. In addition, if you are willingAfter the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch, we will launch a financing. I personally hope that you can participate!"


    Michael Bloomberg''s eyes lit up. This is a good opportunity to make money.


    "When? How much is Mr. Guo going to raise?"


    "The specific time has not yet been set, but it will definitely be in this quarter. The amount of financing is tentatively set at 20 billion US dollars, which will increase or decrease depending on the specific situation." Guo Shouyun said.


    "$20 billion is not a small amount." Bloomberg''s pupils shrank.


    "There are too many people who are interested in Phoenix Merrill, and I''m afraid that it won''t be enough."


    "Mr. Guo is not afraid of too much financing and losing control of the company?"


    Guo Shouyun smiled lightly, "As long as I can still make money for everyone, I believe that the board of directors will still support me as the chairman of Phoenix Merrill Lynch. As for control, Schiff Family Fund, Goldman Sachs, Citi, and Lehman do not think that Phoenix and Merrill are the same. Is the merger a monopoly? Then I''ll stop them with the facts."


    "Mr. Guo''s mind is admirable. I think your choice will definitely give Phoenix Merrill a more brilliant future."


    "It should be us."


    Looking at his meaningful smile, Michael Bloomberg was stunned, and then smiled: "Yes, it should be said that it is us!" ...


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    Chapter 756 Private wrestling


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    "Is the merger of Phoenix and Merrill a real ''monopoly'', or is it a rival''s hype?" Rahm, Bloomberg''s headline, but take your Citi acquisition of Solomon and Smith Barney as an example!" Blank Feinyang said The BlackBerry in Yang''s hand.


    Cram Pandit, CEO of Citi.


    "Rather than reporting, I think you should be more concerned about Bloomberg''s fall to Bruce Guo!"


    "Didn''t we expect such a choice. Merrill Lynch owns 20.5% of Bloomberg, and we didn''t promise Michael Bloomberg anything that he couldn''t refuse. If it were me, I would too. Choose Merrill," Blank Finn replied.


    "The form is becoming more and more unfavorable for us, and the plan for Phoenix and Merrill should be accelerated." William Schiff said after a moment of silence.


    "I''m ready here. As soon as Phoenix and Merrill announce a formal merger, the Senate will discuss it and stop them from merging. But as you know, John Dennis Haast, the President of the House, has always been Don''t deal with me. And he and Karl Rove are good friends, I''m afraid it will be difficult for us to persuade us." On the phone, the voice of the current US Vice President and Senate President Bruce Cheney came over.


    "A friend of Karl Rove? Isn''t this good news for us. That guy has long since succumbed to our hands." On the phone, the voice of Jim Hagerman, chairman of the Maersk Group, came over.


    "It''s not that simple. Although Karl Rove has the nickname of ''fox'' in the political world, his cunning wisdom is stubborn and tough. We can take advantage of him only once if we seize his handle, absolutely not There will be a second time. Otherwise he wouldn''t be Karl Rove, and he wouldn''t be able to turn that bartender Bush Jr. into the current President of the United States." Blank Finn said.


    "If you can''t take Karl Rove, you can''t take down the president of the House of Representatives, John Dennis Haast. Without the resolution of the House of Representatives, it is a joke to want to hit Bruce Guo politically." President and Chief Operating Officer of ING Group in the Netherlands Officer Daniel Trotter''s voice rang from the phone.


    In the United States, the Senate and House of Representatives make up what is known to the outside world as the ''Congress''. Both determine U.S. legislation. The Senate has blocked hundreds of House-passed bills over the years. It''s no wonder that Richard Bruce Cheney, the president of the Senate, has a good relationship with the Speaker of the House, John Dennis Haast.


    "Maybe we can ask John Snow for help." William Schiff said suddenly.


    John Snow was the 73rd Treasury Secretary of the United States and is the current Secretary of the Treasury.


    "If you want to prevent the merger of Phoenix and Merrill and force Bruce Guo to let go, shouldn''t it be appropriate to ask the Ministry of Justice? The Antitrust Investigation Bureau is the most suitable for this kind of thing." Jim Hagerman said in surprise.


    When Maersk Group led by him acquired American terminals and shipping companies, it was not less attacked by the Anti-Monopoly Investigation Bureau.


    "Jim, it seems that you should know more about Bruce Guo." William Schiff said.


    "What''s the meaning?"


    "Attorney General Bill Fox and Antitrust Bureau Director Colin Hammond are both friends of Bruce Guo. They made a fortune over the years by investing in Bruce Guo''s Thunder Fund, allowing them to stop Phoenix and Merrill Lynch. The merger is too difficult.��


    "Bruce Guo''s hand stretched so long? He only made a fortune in more than five years!" Jim Hagerman was surprised.


    "Bruce Guo''s contacts, especially those in the political world, are more amazing than you think. Otherwise, why do you think that with the contacts accumulated by our Schiff family over the past century, why do we have to gather so many allies to get this time? Action?" William Schiff sighed slightly.


    "As far as I know, most of his companies have not gone public and have not raised extensive fundraising. How is it possible to spread such a network of connections?"


    The main reason why Maersk Group participated in the action against Bruce Guo organized by the Schiff family, Citigroup, ING Group and Bear Stearns was that the former Ruby Business Website Company, now Guo''s Business Group, was in The rapid rise of Maersk''s main business areas such as shipping and terminal management has brought about competition that makes Maersk more and more afraid. In particular, the headhunting operation that almost poached Richard Grubman last time made Maersk''s internal fire. So there is the participation of Maersk this time.


    Of course, after Richard Grubman talked to Guo Shouyun, Guo Shouyun revealed his ambitious ambitions for the international shipping market and the terminal management market, which also made Maersk''s management make up his mind.


    However, making up your mind is one thing, knowing your opponent is another.


    "Although most of Bruce Guo''s companies have not gone public and raised funds, Thunder Fund, the largest private equity fund giant in the United States, manages more than $100 billion in assets. Although it is huge, according to our survey, Thunder''s clients But there are only about 20,000 people, except for a small part of the middle class. The rest are basically the social elite. They include members of Congress, senior lawyers, businessmen with local or national influence, and so on."


    "...These people also form the main body of Bruce Guo''s network. So he can miss the annual meeting of any company under his control, but he never misses the annual meeting of Thunder, and he usually organizes various activities to deepen his relationship with these people. Contact. Almost all of these people are members of Hanshan Bieyuan, and they are also the most troublesome place for Bruce Guo''s opponents." William Schiff said.


    "Are you sure these people will support him?"


    "Those who invested in Thunder for the first time now have 19.4 times the amount of funds they hold. Although in 2004, Thunder''s investment income was less than 50%. But even if the entire year is leveled, Thunder''s return on investment is 478%. If it is me, if there is such a person who can add value to my assets, then I will also support him and do everything possible to become friends with him." Klum Pandit interjected.


    If it wasn''t for the Merrill Lynch-Phoenix merger that threatened Citi''s position, he wouldn''t be involved this time.


    "The reason why we do everything possible to suppress the prices of gold spot and oil futures is not only to lock up the investment of Bruce Guo and his companies in it. It is also a very important reason to dismantle the contacts that Bruce Guo gathered because of the Thunder Fund. '' William Schiff continued.


    Jim Hagerman knew what he meant. When the market is on the rise and the thunderous financial resources are rolling in, all the connections and all the relationships are the most efficient. Not to mention a hundred responses, but not much to check. But when the market drops and doubts arise, there will be a question mark about how useful these connections can be.


    "What was the purpose of having John Snow help? The Treasury Department had a limited role in organizing the Merrill Lynch-Phoenix merger," Jim Hagerman asked.


    "John Snow''s wife, Connery, is a member of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission," William Schiff said.


    Jim Hagerman was taken aback.


    There are three major antitrust investigation agencies in the United States, in addition to the Antitrust Investigation Bureau under the Department of Justice, as well as state antitrust agencies. The Federal Trade Commission is one of them.


    Under the Federal Trade Commission Act, the FTC consists of five members, each serving a sixteen-year term, relatively independent, and politically neutral, neither Republican nor Democratic. It has considerable autonomy in antitrust investigations.


    "As long as an official agency initiates an antitrust investigation of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch, then we will have a further opportunity to expand the storm and let this business matter enter Congress. As for John Dennis Haast, try to find opportunities. Convince him, and if that doesn''t work, we''ll contact someone else. The speaker''s power is great, but if the majority of MPs approve, his disapproval won''t have much effect."


    Just as William Schiff''s words fell, there was a sudden knock on the door.


    "Come in!"


    Soon, a young woman in a short purple dress pushed the door and walked in.


    "Boss, I just received the news. Merrill Lynch officially submitted an application to the New York Stock Exchange to close the market. Five minutes ago, CW TV and Global Fortune exposed the news that Merrill Lynch and Phoenix were in merger talks."


    The secretary''s words changed the expressions of everyone in the conference room.


    "Okay, you go out first."


    William Schiff waved, and the female secretary nodded and walked out.


    "Everyone, you have also heard. Bruce Guo has already started, and we have to speed up our actions Otherwise, if Phoenix and Merrill are merged, Bruce Guo''s strength, status and influence will be even better. Floors and floors, it will not be so easy to implement our previous plan when the time comes."


    After the sparse response of representatives from all parties, they each expressed some opinions. This meeting has come to an end.


    Not to mention the person on the other side of the phone, those who attended the meeting in person also left the Schiff family clubhouse.


    "Charles...?"


    Charles Prince, who was just about to get into the car and leave, stopped when he heard the voice from behind him.


    "I know a good restaurant, let''s try it tonight?"


    Blank Finn, who was catching up, laughed.


    Noticing his expression, Charles Prince moved in his heart, smiled and nodded.


    "Okay, it just so happens that I haven''t gone out to dinner for a long time."


    "I''ll have someone send the address and time to your phone in a moment."


    "OK! No problem."


    "See you tonight!"


    "See you tonight!"


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    Just as Blank Finn got into the car and was about to leave, the phone in his pocket rang. He took out and glanced at the caller ID, his expression changed slightly and there was a hint of thought in his eyes. But after a moment of hesitation, he finally pressed the answer button.


    "Blank, you were surprised to receive my call, didn''t you?"


    A clear voice came from the receiver with a faint smile.


    "There are indeed some surprises. Bruce, you didn''t intend to make a special trip to tell me the good news that Phoenix and Merrill officially announced the merger?"


    "Looks like you already knew. But I have other things to talk to you about."


    "I��!"


    "Blank, an hour and a half later, I''ll be waiting for you in the reception room of the New York Branch of the Hanshan Courtyard. I promise you will be glad to accept my invitation afterwards. ... Dudu!"


    Listening to the blind tone of chess on the phone, Blank frowned, "This unreasonable guy! But... do you want to go?"


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    "Boss, is he really coming?"


    Looking at Guo Shouyun who put down the phone, Wang Jue on the side asked curiously.


    "I know Blank Finn, he will come."


    Since 2000, there has been a connection between him and Goldman Sachs. Although the relationship has been good or bad after five years, the mutual understanding has not stopped because of this. Blank Finn, the CEO of Goldman Sachs, is suspicious, tough, and inquisitive. Plus there is no fundamental conflict between the two sides, so he will definitely come. The reason why Guo Shouyun didn''t talk more on the phone was to arouse Blank Fein''s curiosity and ask him to come over in person.


    Looking at the big boss with deep eyes, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing looked at each other and didn''t ask any more questions.


    An hour and a half can be long or short. As the time drew nearer, there was a little more anxiety in the originally quiet room.


    Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing frequently switch back and forth between their watches and mobile phones. He hesitated several times.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Just when the two became more impatient, the phone on the table suddenly rang. The nearest Wu Xiaojing picked it up. In a flash, he said excitedly: "Boss, report from the front desk, Blank Fein is here."


    Guo Shouyun closed his eyes and opened his eyes instantly, and he could see a hint of happiness flashing in his eyes. Apparently deep down he wasn''t as calm as he made it out to be.


    "Xiaojing, you represent me to greet each other!"


    "Yes!"


    After answering, Wu Xiaojing hurriedly turned around and went out. It didn''t take long, the slightly messy footsteps came from far to near, and soon Blank Fein''s familiar figure appeared in front of Guo Shouyun.


    "Blank, it''s nice to see you again."


    After the two sides shook hands briefly, "Bruce, it seems that you really understand my character. In just a few words, I had to deliver it myself."


    "It''s the same sentence, this time you will never regret it."


    "Then I''ll wait and see."


    "Please sit down!"


    "Please!"


    After the two sat down, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing served tea, and the two of them, along with Blank Fein''s entourage, all exited the room.


    "Now there are only you and me left here, what can I say directly?" Blank Fein said.


    "Of course! But before that, I want to ask, I don''t seem to have any grudges with Goldman Sachs, right?"


    "You poached Stephen, the best professional manager at Goldman Sachs and the future CEO of Goldman Sachs."


    "I admit that Stephen is indeed very good and has enough qualifications to lead Goldman Sachs. But didn''t my poaching him happen to make you lose a strong competitor? This is good for your position at Goldman Sachs, but not harmful!"


    "Bruce, you are wrong. Since I can become the CEO of Goldman Sachs, I am not afraid of anyone''s competition."


    Guo Shouyun shrugged, "I believe you have such ability! Apart from this, is there any other contradiction between us?"


    "Bruce, you invited me over today, wouldn''t you say that? If that''s the case, I don''t think there''s any need for us to continue."


    "Of course it''s not all. But I have to know this to understand why Goldman Sachs joined Schiff and Citi against me? If it''s just for profit, I think I can come up with more than what you guys got from Schiff. and in alliances like Citi.��


    Blank Fein smiled slightly, "Goldman Sachs is the most realistic interest seeker. If you can come up with something that makes our hearts go, Goldman Sachs doesn''t mind joining your camp at all."


    Guo Shouyun squinted his eyes, he knew very well that sitting in front of him was a fox with profound Taoism and cunning! He won''t let go until he comes up with something that really interests him.


    Of course, when he decided to use Goldman Sachs as a breakthrough to weaken the enemy camp, he thought about what he was going to pay.


    "I believe you are very clear about the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch."


    Blank Finn nodded, waiting for his next words.


    ����In order to make this a success, and to make the accusations of a ''monopoly'' from Schiff and Citigroup unrealistic, I have decided to raise a capital raise before the merger begins.��


    Blank Fein''s eyes lit up quickly. As an investment banker, you are hyper-sensitive to any opportunity to make a fortune.


    "How much is Mr. Guo going to raise? What is the price? Goldman Sachs...?"


    Before the last question was asked, Blank Finn responded instantly. That''s why he was invited here today.


    Regarding his performance, Guo Shouyun smiled and said more. With Blank Finn''s wit, intrigue is hard to hide from him. Of course, Guo Shouyun didn''t plan to hide it.


    "I only plan to keep about 35% of Phoenix Merrill''s shares, and the rest can be used for financing. The price will be determined according to the market price after multiple evaluations." After a pause, Guo Shouyun looked directly at the other party and said, "Of course Goldman Sachs You can participate in it, as long as you are interested, it is no problem to hold more than 10% of the shares. But Blank, you know that I have paid so much, and I am not expecting nothing in return.��


    Blank Finn understands the rules of the game in capital markets. He knew very well that if he chose Bruce Guo, he would have to give up Citi and Schiff. Neither side is easy, and no one will let you bet on both sides unless you''re an idiot. And among the several giants in the capital market, there is obviously no fool.


    "How do I know that everything you say is the truth?"


    Guo Shouyun opened the document he had prepared in advance, looked at it briefly, and pushed it to the other side.


    "Look at it!"


    After picking it up curiously and taking a look, Blank Finn''s pupils shrank instantly.


    "I was able to get rid of Stan O''Neal smoothly and gain control of Merrill Lynch, thanks to the Morgan family''s shares. The price is that I promised them to enter the board of directors of Phoenix Merrill Lynch and obtain more shares through financing. �� In addition, in addition to Morgan, the Roosevelt family, the Bush family, the Kennedy family, the Blackstone family and companies that I have friends with will also be on the list. So Blank, even without you Goldman Sachs. The energy of these families and companies alone, The merger of Phoenix and Merrill is also a certainty."


    "If that''s the case, why are you pulling me in?"


    "The reason is very simple, two points. First, I want to ensure a greater winning rate. Second, I want to know who told you about my acquisition of Merrill?" Guo Shouyun''s tone finally became serious.


    No one likes betrayal, especially when it comes to something so crucial. In order to find out, he did not hesitate to temporarily put down Goldman Sachs'' shorting of LinkedIn, costing the company nearly $2 billion, and pulling it over. Compared with external hidden dangers, internal crises are more deadly.


    Seeing the firmness in his eyes, Blank Fein''s eyes had a little more thought. Compared with Schiff and Citi''s plan for Bruce Guo, the benefits of Merrill Lynch and Phoenix''s merger are more realistic, and the price to pay is much smaller. For profit-seeking Goldman Sachs and Blank Fein, the choice becomes simple.


    After a while, he replied with a decision in his heart: "I can promise you. I will join you from the camp of Schiff and Citi, but whoever leaked the news will have to wait until the financing is concluded."


    Blank Finn is clearly the type of hawk who doesn''t see the rabbit. However, Guo Shouyun is not surprised. If a few words could do everything, Blank Finn wouldn''t be where he is now.


    "Can!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded and smiled: "From now on, we are in the same camp."


    "certainly!"


    "So if possible, try to weaken Schiff, Citigroup members, it''s good for us all!"


    "Don''t worry, I don''t need you to say that I will do the same!"


    The two did not sign any specific agreement. In their current position, the exchange of interests is far more credible than the real contract. Otherwise, the contract is just a piece of paper.


    Seeing the figure of Blank Fein leaving, Wang Jue said in surprise: "Boss, for such a big change of camp, he decided on his own without discussing with any Goldman Sachs management and board of directors? Such a result really Can we trust it?"


    "As the chairman and chief operating officer of Goldman Sachs, he doesn''t need to discuss such matters with anyone. And do you think Goldman Sachs joined forces with Schiff, Citi, and ING with the approval of the Goldman Sachs board? If so So, I have already received the news!"


    Goldman''s board certainly has the role of restraining management, but that also depends on the specifics. Blank Fein, chairman of the board and chief operating officer, has led Goldman Sachs to grow rapidly in the past five years. He has more authority within the company than anyone else. Unless there is a major loss or negligence, no one can let Blank Finn leaves. Otherwise, Stephen Bryan, the former president and chief operating officer of Goldman Sachs, would not have agreed to his invitation to become the CEO of Phoenix Bank.


    "...As for whether we can trust him. As long as the combined interests of Phoenix and Merrill are enough to impress him, he will take the initiative to stand on our side without our supervision. Otherwise, it is useless to sign a contract for several tenths."


    "By the way, give Will Harrington a call. Although I believe in the power of capital, the things that should be concerned cannot be relaxed. I have already suffered a loss, and I don''t want to suffer a second time."


    "Yes!"


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 v2 Chapter 758： Goldmans turnaround

    Chapter 758 Goldman''s Transformation


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    Pym Restaurant on Fifth Avenue is a three-star Michelin French restaurant favored by the wealthy around. The signature dishes "Matsutake Foie Gras" and "Scallops" are almost every diners'' must-order boutique dishes.


    "I prefer the red wine beef and duck confit to the signature dishes." Blankfein laughed.


    "Meat is the eternal pursuit of mankind!"


    After nodding in agreement, "Charles, what is your pursuit?"


    Looking at the other party''s scrutinizing eyes, Charles Prince said calmly, "I don''t quite understand what you mean?"


    Blankfein smiled lightly, "Among the people involved in this plan, the Schiff family is due to some personal grievances in the family, plus their coveting of Bruce Guo''s assets. Citigroup is to consolidate itself as the world''s largest financial consortium. Although the Dutch ing group is involved, they are used to seeing the wind and taking advantage of the situation, and if there is a risk, they will be the first to withdraw.��


    ����Chevron wants Unocal��s oil and gas reserves in the U.S. and Asia, instantly reducing a strong competitor; Halliburton Energy wants Iraq��s Majinu oil field, which was almost eaten by Bruce Guo; Comscat intends to acquire Matrix, Enrich its own content; GE wants to make money and Pacific Energy Group to expand its business in the power industry, as well as in the utilities sector.��


    "��Richard Bruce Cheney, if he wasn''t the former CEO of Halliburton Energy, plus we gave him enough money, I''m afraid he wouldn''t have joined. Barclays Capital, like Holland Group, is A hyena who just wants to take advantage and will be the first to escape in a crisis."


    After a pause, "Charles, what role does Bear Stearns plan to play in this operation?"


    "Blank, you seem to have missed the Goldman Sachs you represent!"


    "Goldman Sachs is a lion, we eat meat." Blankfein laughed.


    Charles Prince''s eyes moved slightly, and his right hand holding the knife lifted up, piercing the steak on his plate.


    "We at Bear Stearns also intend to eat meat, and we also intend to eat the fattest piece."


    "There is a lot of meat on a cow, but not everyone can eat the top steak." Blankfein said.


    "If we can''t satisfy everyone, I''m afraid there will be no such action next time. Therefore, the powerful people should also estimate the needs of other members. What''s more, we are the most powerful and can eat steak. ."


    The two looked at each other and suddenly laughed at the same time.


    "Blank, our opponent is not a cow, but a tiger with long teeth. It is not so easy to deal with."


    "So what, shorting LinkedIn has already made us a fortune, although it''s not too much. But Joyo.com, led by Tim George, is doing well. When it goes public, we will gain even more. Therefore, Even if we have nothing else to gain from now on, it is not a loss for Goldman Sachs to participate this time.��


    After Charles Prince nodded slightly, "It seems that you are not optimistic about the subsequent actions?"


    "Bruce Guo is not so easy to deal with. The reason why we succeeded in the past was that we caught him off guard. Now that we are moving from a dark place to a bright place, it is almost impossible to repeat the story. As for the alleged merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch Monopoly, if I get the news right, it''s unlikely."


    "Blank, it seems you know a lot?" Charles Prince''s eyes flashed.


    "With Bear Stearns'' information channels, if you want to know, it''s not difficult."


    "But I prefer to satisfy my curiosity now!"


    "Well, for the sake of our friends and allies. . . . From what I''ve heard. Bruce Kuo has prepared me for a wide-ranging round of financing for his new company. And this round of financing includes Roosevelt, Morgan, Kennedy, Bush. , Blackstone, Carlyle, Royal Bank of Scotland, the Forto family, and maybe more. But that''s all I know so far. But it''s amazing enough. If Bruce Guo actually pulls these people into the new company''s shareholder list , then our alliance not only has no advantage over these people, but has obvious disadvantages. The so-called ''monopoly'' will become a joke."


    Charles Prince was silent for a long time before slowly asking, "In that case, is Goldman Sachs going to bet on both sides?"


    "No, we''ll only bet on the side with the better odds!"


    "So in Goldman''s view, which side has the better chance of winning?"


    "It looks like we are still on our side!"


    "Really?" Charles Prince showed a mocking smile on his face. "Blank, if you tell me this, you won''t be afraid that I will tell Citi and the Schiff family?"


    "Afraid?" Blankfein shook his head, "Goldman Sachs doesn''t need to be afraid of anything. And for this alliance, we have already made our own contributions, and we don''t need to feel guilty, let alone be afraid. And, Charles, you really don''t need to be afraid. Will you speak?"


    Charles Prince shook his head.


    "I don''t want to end up without a friend by my side. But I''m curious, why are you telling me this? Instead of ing or Barclays?"


    "I trust you more than them!"


    "I need to say ''thank you''."


    "No need to thank Xie. If you think it is necessary, we can go to Bruce Guo together. The new company after the merger of Phoenix and Merrill will undoubtedly be the new favorite of the capital market. If we can get the original shares, then It will definitely make a lot of money in the future.��


    Charles Prince took a sip of the coffee on the table, "So what are you going to do with Schiff and Citi? It''s good to bet on both sides, but if you want to get the most benefit, unless the other side is stupid enough to die. But whether it''s Bruce Guo, Citi or Schiff, none of them are stupid."


    "Of course it''s not advisable to bet on both sides. But wouldn''t it be good to keep the option? At least you have the chance to choose the winner at the last minute."


    "I need to think about this." Charles Prince said after a long silence.


    Although the golden battle in 2001 made him leave Citigroup. But strictly speaking, there is no personal grudge between him and Guo Shouyun, it is just for profit. If the fall to Bruce Guo can get more benefits for himself, he will not hesitate to betray the alliance between Schiff and his old club.


    The phrase ''people do not kill themselves for their own sake'' is the truth that has been regarded as a standard on Wall Street for hundreds of years!


    "Of course. But you have to make your decision early. Otherwise, the news spreads, and Bear Stearns may not even have a chance to drink soup."


    Charles Prince nodded, and after dinner, he left with a heavy heart.


    Blankfein watched him go away, and after pondering for a while, he took out his mobile phone from his pocket to find Guo Shouyun''s number and dialed it.


    "Blank, I hope this call should be good news."


    "If it wasn''t good news, I wouldn''t bother you now!"


    "Oh?"


    "I had dinner with Charles Prince at Bear Stearns in the evening. I wanted to pull him into our league."


    "Did he agree?"


    "Not yet. But when the news of Phoenix Merrill''s financing comes out, I think he will lean towards us." Blankfein affirmed.


    "That''s really good news. Blank, it looks like it was the right decision to pull you in. ... But I heard that you had a meeting this morning at the Schiff family''s private clubhouse? William Schiff they have Didn''t come up with any new tricks against me?"


    "Bruce, your source of information is amazing!"


    "Thank you for your admiration. But you still got ripped off!"


    "The Schiffs have been planning for a few years, and if they can''t even get LinkedIn, they won''t be around for a century. But Goldman Sachs doesn''t make much money shorting LinkedIn."


    "I don''t care about the past." Guo Shouyun is very clear that it is in his best interest to focus on the big and let go of the small. Compared to LinkedIn, the merger of Merrill Lynch and Phoenix is ??a big deal now.


    "...Tell me about today''s meeting?"


    Blankfein responded and said, "They''re going to go to Connery, the wife of Treasury Secretary John Snow, who is a member of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission."


    "It''s still the same old ''monopoly''." Guo Shouyun said disdainfully.


    "There''s no better way for them than this. But Bruce, if the Phoenix-Merrill Lynch merger does go to Congress, it''s going to get complicated. How sure are you of winning?"


    "Although it is not 100%, there is still a 70% certainty."


    Blankfein nodded, "The Thunder Fund has made so much money for them over the years. They really won''t refuse this request."


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Blank, since you are so confident, why don''t you tell me the information I need?"


    "Bruce, remember that the deal between us was Goldman Sachs taking a stake in Phoenix Merrill, and it''s not yet time."


    "You guy''s mouth is as strict as ever." Guo Shouyun said.


    "This is my advantage!" After a pause, "Schiff and Citi are ready to start, how are you going to deal with it?"


    "When soldiers come, they will block water and cover with soil There is always a way to deal with it."


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "If possible, Bear Stearns will trouble you."


    "Okay! ... Bruce, there''s something I think you should consider?"


    "What''s up?"


    "You should know that in the Schiff and Citi camp there are also industrial companies like Conscat, General Electric, Chevron, Halliburton Energy, etc. I think if it is possible, you give up some interests and pull them into our camp , it will be more beneficial to Phoenix Merrill Lynch, or even Schiff and Citigroup in the future."


    "Thank you Blank, I will seriously consider this matter!"


    "That''s good! ... That''s all I have to say. If I have nothing to do, I will hang up first."


    "Okay, bye!"


    "goodbye!"


    Hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun threw away his phone, and suddenly smiled: "This is really a bit of a surprise! But it''s good news at last."


    As for Blankfein''s proposed compromises with Conscart, General Electric, Chevron, and Halliburton Energy, he threw it out of his mind after hearing it. He''s not a virgin bitch, and he''s been beaten by others and often shows his favor. In fact, he wouldn''t even forgive Goldman Sachs if he hadn''t tried to find out the whistleblower around him!


    Of course, bringing Goldman Sachs to Phoenix Merrill Lynch''s board is also a pitfall. It just takes two or three years to see the power.


    "When the time comes, let you return the double what you ate from me."

 v2 Chapter 759： be a father again

    Chapter 759: Be a Dad Again


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    Throughout February 2005, nearly every news outlet filled their front pages with the Phoenix-Merrill merger. Coupled with the help of Schiff and Citigroup, as well as the counterattack of Guo Shouyun and related media. Whether the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch involved a "monopoly", involved the birth of a $2.5 trillion super financial entity, and quickly spread all over the world!


    Bruce Guo, who is frequently mentioned because of this news, and because of the amazing size of Phoenix Merrill, finally has a side with Bill Gates, Buffett, Jamie Dimon, Jack Welch, Sam Wall Dayton''s reputation. And because of his amazing youth, he just passed his 25th birthday. Therefore, the status in the hearts of young people around the world quickly surpassed that of the original richest man in the world, Bill Gates, and it has become the direction of everyone''s efforts, and it has also become the mantra and representative of wealth for many people.


    No matter what the outside world is like, Guo Shouyun has returned to San Francisco from New York, waiting for the birth of his fifth child with peace of mind.


    "How about it?"


    "The child is very healthy, Mr. Guo, please rest assured!"


    The doctor who just finished examining Wendy quickly replied.


    "Thank you, Doctor Shane!"


    Guo Shouyun said with a sigh of relief.


    "You''re too kind, it''s my duty!"


    Seeing Wendy walking out of the ward with the help of the nurse, Guo Shouyun gave the doctor a quick nod and hurried over to help her arm.


    "Dear, how are you feeling?"


    "Yeah! Except for wanting to sleep, want to eat, and this little guy always kicking me in there, everything else is fine." Wendy''s face shone with the brilliance of motherhood and a deep sense of satisfaction.


    "Come on, I''ll help you out for a walk!"


    For Wendy and the child in her womb, Guo Shouyun moved almost all the equipment of an obstetrics and gynecology hospital to his manor. Even the doctors and nurses are top notch, and there are several rotations. Under the conditions, he is not stingy with spending money in this regard.


    He supported Wendy for a walk on the lawn behind the manor, and said some personal words. Their tenderness was interrupted by the visiting couple Liu Zhixing and Katherine Lincoln.


    "Wendy, I really envy you, you''re going to be a mother soon!"


    Looking at her friend''s pregnant belly in October, the envy in Catherine''s words and expressions was evident. Since Liu Zhixing let go and the two began to prepare for pregnancy, there has been no movement for a few months. You can imagine the envy of Katherine, who desperately wants to be a mother.


    "Catherine, I believe you will be a mother soon too!"


    "Yeah!...I''ll help you!" After saying that, he gave Guo Shouyun a roll of eyes, "Be conscious and go to the back!"


    Guo Shouyun shrugged and consciously gave up space to the two women.


    He walked side by side with Liu Zhixing in the back.


    "Old Liu, have you taken Catherine to the hospital for an examination?"


    Liu Zhixing already has a daughter. If Catherine wasn''t pregnant, it was probably not his problem.


    Liu Zhixing smiled wryly, "I have been to several authoritative hospitals, and they all say there is no problem."


    "That shouldn''t be! ... What about you, didn''t you check it?"


    "I checked, everything is normal. Maybe God thinks I shouldn''t have a second child now!"


    "Damn, when did we Chinese people believe in ghosts and gods? I think you and Catherine are still too nervous. Maybe go on a trip, take a vacation, relax and win the bid."


    "We thought about it, too. But we don''t have the time now!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, he knew what Liu Zhi''s jargon meant. Behind the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch is the Bruce Fund, and Liu Zhixing is in charge of the specific administrative management besides him, who is responsible for the strategic planning behind the Bruce Fund. He certainly can''t let go of travel until the dust settles on the multi-billion-dollar merger.


    "Bruce, the current turmoil is too big. The merger of Phoenix and Merrill has become a vortex of public opinion in the United States. If it is not terminated in time, I am afraid that there will be an accident in the end!" Liu Zhixing said solemnly.


    "I know. But Phoenix and Merrill are huge. Just the financial review takes a lot of time, plus the merger and abolition of the organization, the adjustment of the personnel structure, etc., these all take time. Of course, I also know that time is precious. , so at most one week. The merger plan of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch can be finalized, and then everything can be pushed forward step by step.��


    Liu Zhixing nodded, and after a moment of silence, "I''m afraid they may not give us a week."


    "Don''t worry! Our business for so many years is not in vain!"


    Guo Shouyun patted his shoulder and smiled.


    "Um!"


    "What about Yahoo and eBay shares now?"


    "Sold part of it. The remaining 12.9% of Yahoo was sold to Microsoft, and 14.2% of eBay was sold to Fidelity Fund. After paying off debts and acquiring Fidelity''s shares of Merrill Lynch, there are currently 19 billion left on the account. Dollar."


    Because the Merrill Lynch shares of the Morgan family only got the voting rights rather than the acquisition, the remaining liquidity is expected to be much more.


    "...if we back Pacific Energy to complete the acquisition of Scottish Power, we have $14.5 billion left."


    Scottish Power''s purchase price is 10.7 billion pounds, or about $15 billion in pounds and dollars. Guo Shouyun gave Pacific 30%, or $4.5 billion, as leverage to complete the acquisition, and the rest was settled with bank loans.


    "This money is temporarily left in the account!"


    Liu Zhixing nodded.


    "In addition, you communicate with Stephen and sell the shares of Netflix and Veolia to them temporarily."


    "Selling shares of Netflix and Veolia?" Liu Zhixing showed surprise on his face.


    "Well!...I need liquidity to deal with future changes!" He didn''t hide it from his most trusted subordinates.


    "If you''re referring to the real estate crisis, it''s too early."


    "Not real estate, but gold and oil."


    Liu Zhixing''s pupils shrank, "What are your plans?"


    "The alliance of the Schiff family, Citigroup, ING Group, and Chevron, don''t they do everything possible to suppress the price of gold and oil, and want to make a lot of money from me? I''ll just play with them. LinkedIn The grievances of obstructing the merger of Phoenix and Merrill always need to be resolved.��


    Liu Zhixing''s heart jumped, and he said quickly, "Are you sure? This is a huge sum of at least 20 billion US dollars!"


    "I''m not 100% sure, but there are 60 to 70 percent."


    Before the subprime mortgage crisis, both gold and oil were in an upward channel. As long as this general trend remains unchanged, he will win. Of course, there are many variables in the short-term competition, so in order for him to win steadily, he has to prepare more funds.


    "Come on people!"


    A scream full of panic interrupted the chat between the two.


    "Bruce, come here. Wendy''s water broke!"


    "what?"


    Guo Shouyun''s heart tightened and he chased after his legs.


    "Call the doctor, Wendy''s amniotic fluid broke." Catherine said anxiously.


    Guo Shouyun lost his usual composure when he looked at the sore face of his lover and the wet hem of his clothes.


    "Okay, okay, I''ll call right away, right away!"


    He is also concerned and chaotic. Since Wendy was more than 24 weeks pregnant, she has been accompanied by doctors and nurses almost 24 hours a day. Therefore, before Guo Shouyun''s phone call was opened, the doctor and nurse who heard Catherine''s voice had already rushed up from the side. Everyone hurriedly carried her on a simple stretcher and quickly sent her to the delivery room provided by the manor.


    After struggling for an hour, Guo Shouyun''s fifth child was born smoothly. Time is stuck on March 7, 2005!


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    Just as Guo Shouyun was enjoying the joy of the birth of his child, others were pushing ahead with their plans non-stop.


    "Mr. Snow, ma''am, it is my honor to invite the two of you to dinner!"


    "Mr. Schiff is very kind, and it is our honor to receive your invitation!"


    To be able to make John Snow, the Minister of Finance, be so polite, only the patriarch Gesell Schiff, who now presides over the affairs of the entire Schiff family, has this qualification.


    "Please!"


    "thanks!"


    The Snows, along with the Schiffs, sat down at the table next to them.


    "In order to entertain the two of you, I specially invited Mr. Chris, the best three-Michelin star chef in New York, so if you want to eat, just ask."


    "Thank you! Then we''ll be welcome!"


    "So much the better!"


    After the Snows ordered a few items, "Add a French sandwich and fish soup, plus a bottle of 90-year-old Romanee Conti!"


    "OK, just a second!"


    After the waiter left, Old Schiff smiled and said, "Next Saturday, I plan to hold a charity dinner, so I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely invite the two of you to attend!"


    After the Snow couple looked at each other, Connery said, "We are not sure if we have time If we have time, we will definitely make the appointment on time."


    Old Schiff nodded, "I heard that Christopher plans to change jobs?"


    "I didn''t expect Mr. Schiff to know about my son!" John Snow''s eyes flashed.


    He shares three children with his wife, Connery, Bradley, Ian and Christopher. The former is the vice president of the US Eastern Railroad Freight Company, Ian serves as the assistant secretary of international affairs in the government''s Treasury Department, and the youngest Christopher is a lawyer in the Vega law firm, all of which are social elites. This is also the norm in the United States.


    "William learned about it by chance when he went to Vega Law Firm last week to talk about things." He said lightly, "Recently, there is a vacancy for deputy minister in Citi''s legal department. If Christopher is interested, I can recommend him to serve as this. Position."


    Christopher, as the youngest son of the Snow couple, has just graduated from college for only five years. If he can become the deputy head of Citi''s legal department, he will not only make his resume brighter, but also use this platform to greatly broaden his horizons and improve his career. own ability.


    For such an opportunity, the Snow couple, who are parents, are naturally willing to fight for their son.


    "In addition, Citi Co-President Harvey Schwartz is retiring. On behalf of Citi, it is my sincere hope that Mr. Snow will take over this position when he leaves the Treasury Department."


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 v2 Chapter 760： Snow couple

    Chapter 760 The Snow Couple


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    John Snow''s eyes lit up. Although the US Secretary of the Treasury has a high weight, his income is too low. The year-round salary adds up to only $60,000 to $70,000. Now that he''s been in this position for three years, he''s gilded enough and needs a well-paying position to earn him a large pension for his retirement.


    The co-president of Citi, although not comparable to the chairman of the board and the CEO, is also the third position within Citi, and his power, status, and income can meet his requirements. Moreover, with his many years of career, especially the connections he has accumulated during his tenure as Secretary of the Treasury, it is not difficult to get high bonuses and shares from Citi.


    Moreover, the entire upper class in the United States is well aware that the Schiff family fund is one of Citi''s major shareholders and has a very good personal relationship with most shareholders of Citi''s board of directors. He really has the ability to help himself.


    Of course, John Snow was no fool. He may not know the ancient saying in the East that "people must ask for something when they are courteous," but he understands the same principle.


    "Mr. Schiff, even a merciful God would not give so many benefits to strangers for no reason. So, what do you want from us when you give these things?" Connery asked in front of her. road.


    John Snow also nodded in agreement, his eyes fixed on Old Schiff.


    "Mrs. Snow, what do you think of Bruce Guo''s acquisition of Merrill and the merger of Phoenix and Merrill?" Old Schiff asked after a faint smile.


    But even though he didn''t answer directly, the wisdom of the Eisnow couple also instantly guessed his plan.


    The two were silent for a moment, and after exchanging glances, John Snow asked, "What does Mr. Schiff think?"


    "I think the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch is a blessing in disguise for the stability of the U.S. financial industry. And it is too dangerous for a large financial institution to be completely controlled by one person. So, I hope the two of you, especially Mrs. Snow, can stop this. matter."


    "Mr. Schiff, there are many large financial institutions in the United States, such as Citi, Bank of America, MG Chase, etc. They have huge assets and influence all over the world, and they are not inferior to the new company after the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch. As for large privately held financial institutions, Fidelity Fund is the best example. Therefore, if the merger of Merrill Lynch and Phoenix is ??investigated on the grounds of alleged monopoly, there is neither legal nor factual basis!" Connery replied cautiously.


    "Mrs. Snow, I think you should know what the current GDP of the United States is?"


    "Of course! $1.227 billion!"


    This is the total GDP of the United States in 2004!


    "The combined assets of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch have reached a staggering $2.5 trillion, which is more than one-sixth of the U.S. GDP. And after the successful merger, Phoenix Merrill Lynch''s expansion in the financial industry will not stop. Yes. It is foreseeable that its scale will become more and more amazing in the future. This will seriously threaten the financial security of the United States. What is even more terrifying is that such a huge financial company is still in the hands of one person, who is completely controlled by the board of directors and the board of supervisors. This kind of Absolute power is like a beast ready to come out at any time, destroying the American financial order anytime, anywhere."


    After a pause, Old Schiff lowered his voice, "The most important thing is that the person who controls this company is still a yellow-skinned Chinese. Although I have never been a supporter of racism. But I also think that the United States is dominated by white people. The future of the country will be better!"


    "...Of course, whether to initiate an antitrust investigation into the merger of Merrill Lynch and Phoenix is ??something that Mrs. Snow decides. The above is just my personal opinion. People can intervene in this matter and lead its future development. I believe you will definitely leave a deep impression on the history of American companies; in the future, you will take a step forward in the political arena and become Ms. Rice, with global influence like Mrs. Thatcher. Women are also a high probability thing!"


    In this world, except for a few people who are content with the status quo and idealized. Most of them regard money and power as their lifelong goals. Old Schiff cleverly brought the two together.


    Looking at the twinkling eyes of John Snow and Connery, he knew that his words had worked!


    "Mr. Schiff, your question is too important. I hope to give you an answer after thinking about it for a while!" Connelly said after a moment of silence.


    "Of course! I''m always waiting for Mr. Snow, and Mrs. good news! ... Cheers!"


    "Ding��!"


    With the mellow wine industry shaking, the four of them didn''t talk about work any more, and the atmosphere gradually became relaxed and happy.


    At nine o''clock in the evening, the dinner that Old Schiff could organize was over.


    Looking at the departing car, William Schiff, who didn''t speak much in the middle, said, "Father, do you think they will agree?"


    "meeting!"


    Old Schiff nodded affirmatively.


    "Why? When they mentioned this topic just now, their attitude was very perfunctory."


    "Since they didn''t refuse immediately, it means they are still hesitating about this matter. Hesitating means there is a possibility to agree, and what we have to do is to turn the possibility into a certainty." Old Schiff patted his son on the shoulder, Turning around and walking inside, "Prepare for the charity dinner. We still have a lot of things to do with Bruce Guo."


    "Father, do we have to fight Bruce Guo?" William Schiff said to his father''s back after hesitating for a while.


    Old Schiff paused, turned around halfway, and looked at his son with a serious expression.


    "The humiliation that **** brought me must be paid back. Also, imagine your mother, who has been sad for the loss of Oliver and the Baling family over the past few years. . . . It''s all Bruce Guo Whether it''s for the glory of the Schiff family or our own family, Bruce Guo will never let it go!" After saying this decisively, the old Schiff breathed a sigh of relief, "William, we have already dealt with this matter. It''s been discussed many times and I hope this is the last time!"


    After leaving a look full of the majesty of the father and the head of the family, the old Schiff turned around and left. Looking at his back from behind, William Schiff was a little helpless.


    In his opinion, the "Golden War" against Bruce Guo that the Schiff family participated in in 2001 caused the family to lose some money, but it didn''t hurt. The ridicule of outsiders is normal, there is no need to take the initiative to provoke a more and more powerful enemy for the so-called reputation.


    As for the Bahrain family, he never felt that the destruction of the Bahrain family had anything to do with the Schiff family. With the passage of time, the mother''s emotions have almost healed.


    Even in William Schiff''s mind, the benefits of working with Bruce Guo are far greater than competing with each other! But helplessly, it is his father, not him, who holds the power of the entire Schiff family now. If he goes against his father''s wishes, the position of the direct heir to the Schiff family will probably fall to his good younger brother. This is the result he doesn''t want to see.


    Power and money, he likes it too!


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    "Good grandson, let grandma hug!"


    After taking the little guy from her daughter, her mother-in-law''s face blossomed with a smile. It seems that this kind of thing is not just for China, but also applies to the United States.


    "Bart, look. Does William look like Wendy when he was a child?"


    Old Roosevelt leaned forward to look at it, and smiled lovingly: "It''s quite similar, but the face and nose are the same as Bruce!"


    "Show me! Show me!"


    Brother-in-law George Roosevelt was about to reach out when his sister Liv stopped him.


    "Go aside, I haven''t hugged it yet!"


    "Let''s go all the way, I haven''t had enough!"


    The mother-in-law aggressively drove everyone aside.


    Little William, who was born less than two weeks ago, with his cute little face, captured the hearts of all the old and young present!


    The father-in-law''s family came to visit his grandson and nephew, so Guo Shouyun naturally wanted to entertain him. But compared to the parents who women like to talk about, men sit together and talk more about work. Especially at this special moment.


    "Bruce, there is a lot of talk outside about the merger of Phoenix and Merrill, what are you going to do?" Old Roosevelt asked.


    "I have already done what I have to do, and the rest will be carried out step by step. If you encounter difficulties and solve them, no matter what happens, I believe I can solve them!"


    The old Roosevelt nodded with satisfaction What I admire most is your self-confidence. "


    Guo Shouyun smiled and said nothing.


    "...But although self-confidence is good, some things need to be prepared in advance. You must know that your enemies this time are not just the old enemies of the financial industry such as the Schiff family, Citigroup, and ING Group, but also Chevron and Constance. Carter, General Electric, Halliburton Energy, Maersk Group, the big guys in the industry!"


    "Chevron, Comscat, General Electric, Halliburton Energy, Maersk, these guys have amazing energy, but they''re just a bunch of hyenas. They''ll help when they see the benefit, but they don''t see the benefit. I would become hesitant, or even retreat. In contrast, the Schiff family, Citigroup and ING Group who really need to be vigilant. The failure in the gold market that year obviously made them see me as an enemy that must be defeated. Only Only in this way can they restore their reputation! Unfortunately, they are destined to fail!" Guo Shouyun said calmly.


    "It seems that you already have a mature strategy in mind?" asked the old Roosevelt.


    "Cheng is immature, but I think I can deal with this crisis!"


    As soon as Guo Shouyun finished speaking, the sound of hurried footsteps came from outside. Soon Wang Jue, with a hint of anxiety on his face, pushed the door and walked in.


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 v2 Chapter 761： Conversation between the Morgans

    Chapter seven hundred and sixty-one dialogue between the Morgan father and son


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    After getting along for many years, Guo Shouyun already knew Wang Jue very well. Seeing her appearance, Guo Shouyun''s heart sank instantly.


    "Boss, just got the news from Washington. The U.S. Trade Commission officially launched an antitrust investigation into the ''Phoenix-Merrill Lynch merger''. In addition, Vice President Richard Cheney told the media in his capacity as Senate President that Congress will Hold a hearing on the ''Phoenix-Merrill Lynch merger''."


    It''s not really good news!


    Guo Shouyun took a deep breath and calmed the tumultuous thoughts in his heart. Facing the gazes around him, he suddenly smiled and said, "What should come will always come. I originally thought they would come up with some new tricks, but now it seems that Same thing. . . . Bart, looks like you''re going to be in San Francisco for a few more days."


    Old Roosevelt''s eyes flashed, and then he smiled: "No problem, I just want to take a good look at my little grandson!"


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    "Father, do you want to go together this time?"


    "Well! ... This time is very important, I have to interview Bruce. Besides, isn''t his child just born? It''s okay to come to congratulate him by the way!"


    Old Morgan tidied up his clothes and turned around, "Let''s go, it''s almost time!"


    Frederick Morgan nodded, followed his father out of the house, and boarded the long-awaited private jet.


    "Didn''t Harvey go with him?"


    My second brother is a shareholder of Ruby Company and Google, and he is close to Bruce Guo, so there is no reason to miss it.


    "Harvey has already arrived ahead of schedule!"


    "That''s it!" After nodding clearly, "Father, do you think Bruce Guo can succeed this time?"


    "Aren''t you optimistic about this cooperation?"


    "One thing! After all, the Schiff family, Citibank, ING, Barclays, Goldman Sachs, Bear Stearns, Chevron, General Electric, Comscat, Halliburton Energy, Maersk Group are united. Too powerful. Even with us and the Roosevelt family, plus Bruce Guo''s own energy, it may not be able to defeat this force!"


    As the direct heir to the Morgan family, Frederick Morgan is very proud and confident of his family''s brilliance. But he also understands that although the current Morgan family is seen by outsiders who don''t know the inside story, they are still the century-old family that has come from the Gilded Age of America.


    But compared with the peak period of Pierpont Morgan era in the early 2000s, when he could lead the entire U.S. financial market and influence the world; now it is far worse. In half a century, the intersection of business, law, and culture in the United States has changed dramatically. Too many new industries and new industry leaders have risen, and the conservative Morgan family has fallen a lot. Although Morgan is still the top giant in the United States! But there are also many top forces like her!


    The Schiff family, Citibank, ING Group of the Netherlands, Barclays Bank, Goldman Sachs, Bear Stearns, Chevron, General Electric, Comscat, just pick out a few, and the combination is no worse than the current Morgan family. Not to mention the alliance of so many great forces!


    "Bruce Guo is not a fool. He can think of everything we can think of. So you think he''ll just invite us? Plus, the merger of Phoenix and Merrill is bound to create one of the world''s largest financial giants. There are amazing benefits. , as long as he is willing, countless major forces will extend an olive branch! At that time, with only the shares of Phoenix Merrill, he will be able to form a larger interest group than Schiff and Citi Alliance! With the help of this interest group, The merger of Phoenix and Merrill will no longer be difficult."


    Frederick pondered for a moment, then nodded in agreement.


    "If he wants to unite more power, Bruce Guo has to take out enough shares. In this case, he will lose the majority stake in Phoenix Merrill, is he willing?"


    "He''s a smart guy who knows how to weigh the pros and cons! As for equity, isn''t control more important?"


    Equity can bring benefits, but control can bring power! The latter is clearly more important than the former!


    Frederick''s eyes flashed, "Father, do you think we need to...?"


    Glancing at him, Old Morgan, who knew his son very well, could guess his purpose from just the look in his eyes.


    "Bruce Guo, a shrewd person, will not let us have the opportunity to take control of Phoenix Merrill Lynch. Moreover, he is indeed a financial genius. Let him lead Phoenix Merrill Lynch, this investment can quickly increase in value. As for the future, just Give it time!"


    "Yes!"


    When the two fathers and sons communicated, the plane also successfully landed at Ruby Airport in San Francisco from New York across the United States.


    This is a private airport invested and constructed by Guo Shouyun himself. In addition to his own use, it is also used by executives of Apple, Ruby, Google and other companies. It was just completed this year, and the facilities are first-class.


    After the Morgans got off the plane, they were naturally greeted by special personnel. As for the address where he stayed, it was naturally the Hanshan Courtyard.


    "Father, was Goldman Sachs CEO Blanc Fein who just entered?"


    Looking at the figure who was led into the villa by the receptionist through the car window, Frederick was surprised.


    "Indeed!"


    Old Morgan''s eyes chased the figure until he disappeared at the door.


    "Are we not mistaken? Goldman Sachs... Shouldn''t it be Bruce Guo''s opponent?"


    "As long as there are enough interests, opponents can also become friends!" After a pause, "Let''s go, this negotiation will be very interesting. I am looking forward to it!"


    Frederick nodded, and the father and son pushed the door and got out of the car. With the secretary and entourage, they moved into the room arranged by the Hanshan Courtyard.


    "Why isn''t Harvey here? Didn''t he come earlier?"


    During the whole process, the second brother was not seen to greet them.


    "Call him!"


    Old Morgan, who happened to have something to ask about, ordered.


    Frederick followed his word, and soon found out the whereabouts of his second brother.


    "He''s at Google, and he''ll be back soon!"


    Old Morgan nodded and looked at the time.


    "Let''s go to lunch first!"


    "Um!"


    As a private club carefully built by Guo Shouyun, Hanshan Bieyuan''s food is naturally the best in San Francisco, or even the entire United States. Very satisfied even with the picky taste of old Morgan. However, the people he met here interested him more than the meal process.


    "Mr. Morgan, I didn''t expect to meet you here!"


    The two father and son had just finished eating when a tall, smiling middle-aged man in a black suit came over.


    "I didn''t expect to meet Mr. Johnson here!"


    Vernon Johnson, President and Chief Operating Officer of Royal Bank of Scotland.


    After the two shook hands, they greeted Frederick next to him, "Mr. Morgan, it''s lunch time, why don''t you sit down and have something?"


    "Thank you very much for your invitation. We just finished eating, so we can only wait for the next time."


    "What a pity. It seems that we have to wait for the next opportunity." After a pause, "By the way, Mr. Morgan is staying here too?"


    "Isn''t it the same with Mr. Johnson?"


    After the two looked at each other, they laughed at each other.


    In fact, when they saw each other''s figure, they knew what the other party''s purpose was in San Francisco this time. Now I communicate a few words, just to be more sure of my guess.


    "My friends are still waiting for me, so let''s say goodbye."


    "Mr. Johnson, please do it yourself!"


    "Hope to have lunch with Mr. Morgan next time, see you!"


    "goodbye!"


    Old Morgan nodded and said.


    The two parties tacitly did not mention anything about the ''merger of Phoenix and Merrill''. Because they all know that no one will share this kind of business secrets with strangers before the showdown is really on the negotiating table. Unless his brain is missing a string.


    "Father, it appears that the scope of this financing for Bruce Guo is much larger than we previously expected."


    Old Morgan looked at Vernon Johnson''s retreating back and nodded slowly.


    "We''re more competitive."


    "Would you like to contact us in advance? It''s good for everyone to reach a tacit understanding. I think this is also the purpose of Vernon Johnson''s greeting this time."


    Old Morgan did not exclude the matter of joint price reduction.


    "Bruce Guo may not give us this chance, but we can try it first."


    Joint price reduction requires communication and negotiation, which obviously cannot be accomplished in a short time.


    "Yes!"


    "Come on, Harvey is coming back soon. See what''s new from him."


    The father and son returned to the room Not long after, Harvey Morgan knocked on the door and walked in.


    "Father, Frederick!"


    "Come and sit!"


    Old Morgan pointed to the sofa on his left. After waiting for the second son to sit down, "Has there been any changes within the Ruby Company after the storm?"


    He didn''t ask about Phoenix and Merrill as soon as he came up.


    "After Tim George left, Ruby Company''s organizational structure and business scope have been adjusted to some extent. However, the company''s overall atmosphere and management have not changed much. Now Tim George leads a large number of Ruby Company employees to change jobs. There are basically no traces of things."


    "Bruce Guo is really amazing, and he minimized the impact of the whole thing in such a short time. It''s really doubtful, did he know about Tim George''s departure?" Old Morgan sighed.


    "Whether he knew earlier, no one can be sure. However, Ruby has not only not been affected by the departure of Tim George, but has grown faster. According to the information I have collected, Ruby''s first quarter of this year''s camp The total revenue is expected to exceed 2.5 billion US dollars! The net profit exceeds 350 million US dollars. It is still one of the largest Internet companies in the world today, the hegemon of the social field, and 1.24 billion people around the world use Ruby''s website every day. "...


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 v2 Chapter 762： Its cold in the high places

    Chapter seven hundred and sixty-two the heights are too cold


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    "...In contrast, MySpace (Juyou.com), which was joined by Tim George, has only about 50 million registered users, and its influence is limited to a few English-speaking countries such as the United States. Ruby spreads its influence to the world like Ruby. Therefore, even if Tim George leaves with a large number of Ruby''s old employees, it will not shake Ruby''s position on the Internet, especially in the social field. And the real soul of Ruby is Bruce Kwok, as long as he''s there, the future of the ruby ??doesn''t need any doubts."


    Old Morgan nodded, "It seems that you are very confident in rubies."


    "Of course! ... The only thing I regret now is that I didn''t take some more original shares!"


    "Harvey, is there no chance now?"


    Frederick asked suddenly. Compared with his old-fashioned father, he is still very accepting of the high-tech Internet, and he is optimistic about its future.


    "No chance! Both Google and Ruby have already received financing. With their current development, there will not be another round of financing before going public. Moreover, whether it is Bruce Guo, or Blackstone, Carlyle Group Neither want to see their shares diluted again."


    "Isn''t it possible even if we support the ''Phoenix-Merrill Lynch merger'' as a condition?"


    "Frederick, it looks like you''re interested in the Internet?" Harvey asked.


    "The development of the Internet in recent years and its impact on the real economy are obvious to all. If I have the opportunity, I would like to give it a try!"


    Harvey has long since withdrawn from the competition for the head of the Morgan family, so the relationship between him and Frederick, the eldest brother, is quite harmonious.


    After a brief thought, Harvey shook his head.


    "Bruce Guo is not someone who will back down easily. Even if we offered ''support for the merger of Merrill Lynch and Phoenix'', he would not agree. Moreover, I have met many top American consortiums and family representatives these days. .Even without us, the remaining people are enough to help Bruce Guo complete the merger of Phoenix and Merrill, as long as he is willing to take the original shares of the new company!"


    "Specifically, who are the invited consortiums?"


    Old Morgan was not very interested in the Internet, and this time he came here for the original shares of Phoenix Merrill Lynch.


    "In addition to us and the Roosevelt family, the Bush family, the Kennedy family, Goldman Sachs, RBS, The Carlyle, Blackstone, KKR, Morgan Stanley and Bain Capital."


    "So much? Does Bruce Guo plan to hand over the entire Phoenix Merrill?" Frederick asked in surprise.


    Harvey shrugged. "Who knows, maybe he just wants to make Phoenix Bank bigger. . . . I can''t guess his plan anyway."


    Soon, the two focused their attention on Old Morgan. Compared with the young ones, their father, who has worked hard for half his life in an intriguing shopping mall, is undoubtedly better able to understand human nature.


    "Maybe he''s really just looking for power!"


    Old Morgan was also somewhat confused about Guo Shouyun''s plans. It took so much effort to promote the merger of Phoenix and Merrill, and handing over the equity to people was really not the style he showed in the past.


    You know, no matter whether it is Ruby or Unocal, including Matrix and Pacific Energy, there is no one that he absolutely controls. The only exception is Google, but Guo Shouyun did not have a controlling stake in Google at the beginning.


    "Dong dong...!"


    There was a sudden knock on the door.


    After getting permission, a young man in a black suit pushed the door and walked in.


    "Hello, Mr. Morgan, I''m Paul Tedder from Mr. Guo''s secretariat!" The young man said dignifiedly.


    "Hello, does your boss have any news to convey?"


    "Yes! The boss asked me to inform you that tomorrow morning at nine o''clock, he will hold a financing negotiation meeting for Phoenix Merrill Lynch in the conference room! Please be there on time, Mr. Morgan."


    "do you have anything else?"


    "there is none left!"


    After nodding clearly, Old Morgan pondered for a while, "Apart from us, what other representatives will be attending the meeting tomorrow?"


    "I''m not very clear about this, I''m only responsible for notifying Mr. Morgan!"


    "thanks"


    Seeing that his father had finished asking, Frederick took two hundred dollars and sent Paul Tedder away.


    "It seems that Bruce Guo is very cautious and doesn''t give us too many opportunities for private communication at all."


    Old Morgan nodded, "It all depends on tomorrow''s meeting!"


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    "Why haven''t you gone home yet?"


    Hearing the footsteps behind him, Guo Shouyun looked back and asked.


    "Catherine said that she has an emergency meeting at night and will go back later. Nan Nan is also not at home. It doesn''t make sense for me to go back alone, so I came to find you."


    With that said, Liu Zhixing sat down on the seat next to him.


    The location where the two of them are now is the highest place among the three courtyards of the Hanshan Bieyuan. Sitting here can not only overlook the entire Hanshan Bieyuan, but also overlook the city of San Francisco in the distance. The scenery is beautiful, but the weather at the end of March is still a little cold. Sitting on the roof, I felt a little shivering from the wind!


    Guo Shouyun nodded and said nothing.


    "Still worried about tomorrow''s meeting?" Liu Zhixing continued.


    "It''s not worth worrying about! The decision has been made in advance, and the rest is just implementation. Moreover, with the help of these people, the merger of Phoenix and Merrill will probably not encounter difficulties again."


    "If that''s the case, why are you sitting here? How good is it to go home early with Wendy and the children?"


    "I''ll go back after sitting for a while. However, now I prefer to be quiet here and give myself a relaxing space by the way!"


    Liu Zhixing nodded clearly and sighed, "It''s too cold to be at a high place!"


    "Whenever this happens, I will doubt whether it''s worth my effort to develop so many large enterprises, and even sacrificing time with my family." Guo Shouyun said suddenly.


    "Nothing is worth it or not. When you started this road, you couldn''t help yourself!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded with a wry smile.


    "The future of hundreds of thousands of people is on my shoulders, and the funds of hundreds of billions of dollars are in my hands. Even if I want to retreat, there is no way out. But after a long time, I will be tired! But the most tired is , even if you are very tired, you still have to pretend to be strong in front of outsiders, even your own wife!"


    "Who can tell the difference between gain and loss. Billionaires suffer from billionaires, the middle class suffers from middle class, ordinary people suffer from different people, no matter which class has its own difficulties. So Buddha Said: All sentient beings are suffering, the only way is to overcome it! Sometimes letting go of attachments will make you feel much better!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded slowly, then turned his head and smiled and said, "When did you start studying Buddhism?"


    "Before you met me! I watched it for a while at the darkest and lowest point in my life."


    Guo Shouyun understood.


    "Bruce, the classics of the sages contain countless wisdom. Sometimes reading more can help you relieve the stress after work burnout!"


    "By your kind words, I will read more in the future!"


    When the words fell, he stood up, "Okay, after chatting with you, I have almost vented my negative emotions. Let''s go, there will be a ''war'' waiting for us tomorrow!"


    Liu Zhixing nodded and said with a smile, "It''s rare to see that you are also feeling down, so I''m going to watch it for a while. I didn''t expect it to end so soon."


    "You are really a bad friend, you actually see me joking!"


    "Who made you the famous Bruce Guo!"


    The two laughed and left the roof!


    One is divided into two, and the life after returning home is different!


    The night was getting darker, and along with the north wind, it was dispersed by the rising sun. Guo Shouyun had breakfast, looked at a few children, said goodbye to Wendy, and returned to the Hanshan Courtyard again.


    "Boss, all the materials you want are ready!" Wang Jue said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded and looked at the time!


    "It''s almost there, let''s go!"


    "Yes!"


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    The conference room in the front yard of Hanshan Bieyuan!


    Around the large oval conference table, representatives of various consortiums were seated!


    "The Morgan family, the Roosevelt family, the Bush family, the Kennedy family, Goldman Sachs, Royal Bank of Scotland, KKR, Morgan Stanley, Bain Capital, Bear Stearns, plus we Blackstone and you Carlyle, tsk tsk, Bruce got one Amazing lineup!"


    Blackstone Group CEO Steve Schwarzman laughed.


    "More than that, I''m more curious about how Bruce pulled Goldman Sachs and Bear Stearns in? You know they were Schiff and Citi in the first place."


    Carlyle Group CEO David Rubinstein asked after looking over the faces of Goldman Sachs CEO Blank Fein and Bear Stearns President and COO Charles Prince.


    "Of course, it is the rich benefits represented by the original shares of the new company after the merger of Phoenix and Merrill! Compared with the profits that are still uncertain after the fight with Bruce Of course, it is in front of you. The Phoenix Merrill I saw was even more moving. If it were me, I would make the same choice as them.��


    David Rubinstein nodded.


    "When the news is released, I''m afraid that Schiff, Citigroup, and ING Group will all look wonderful!"


    "Of course! It''s a pity that I didn''t have the chance to see it!" Steve Schwartzman nodded in agreement.


    "How much are you Blackstone going to take this time?" David Rubinstein changed the subject.


    Glancing at him, "What about you Carlyle, how many original shares of Phoenix Merrill are you going to swallow?"


    "The combined market value of Phoenix Merrill is over $120 billion, 1% is 1.2 billion! With Carlyle''s capital, we can''t get much!"


    "Our Blackstone is the same! The value of Phoenix Merrill is too high. Besides, I don''t know what conditions Bruce Guo has!"


    "I think it must be one of the conditions to help Phoenix Merrill merge smoothly!"


    "certainly!"


    Just as Steve Schwarzman nodded, the door was pushed open by Guo Shouyun from outside. His arrival instantly attracted the attention of everyone in the room. ...


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 v2 Chapter 763： Phoenix Merrill

    Chapter 763 Phoenix Merrill


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    Facing everyone''s gaze, Guo Shouyun strode to the center of the desk in the conference room and sat down. Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing sat behind him. Stephen Bryan brought a representative of Phoenix Bank, Michael Moretz brought a representative of Merrill Lynch, and Liu Zhixing brought a representative of the Bruce Foundation to their seats one by one.


    everything''s ready!


    After his eyes quickly swept across everyone''s faces, Guo Shouyun said solemnly: "Welcome to the Phoenix Merrill financing meeting. You and I are friends who have known each other for many years. Time is precious, and the tasteless hospitality will be avoided here. Wait. It''s over, we still have enough time to communicate with each other. ... Next, let''s get to the point."


    Without waiting for Guo Shouyun''s order, Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing have distributed the detailed operating information of Phoenix Bank and Merrill Lynch, especially the copies of the financial information, to every consortium representative present.


    "There is a lot of information, you can take it back and read it in detail! Today, we will briefly introduce the general operation and financial statements of the two companies to set a tone for the subsequent negotiations."


    After seeing the gesture in his eyes, Stephen Bryan nodded and took out the materials he had prepared.


    "As of the first quarter of 2005, Phoenix Bank achieved operating income of US$12.249 billion, a year-on-year increase of 13.5%, net profit of US$3.671 billion, a year-on-year increase of 11.3%, return on net assets 21.57%, return on total assets 9.73%, and capital adequacy ratio 12.07%, of which the tier 1 capital adequacy ratio is 12.41%. The non-performing loan ratio is 0.65%. The total bank assets are 698.37 billion US dollars.��


    ����Currently, Phoenix Bank has 4,277 branches throughout North America, covering almost all financial segments including commercial banking, investment banking, financial credit, wealth management and insurance. Our private equity investment business has grown over the past three years 12.8 times more than all peers in the world. Our wealth management and asset management business has repeatedly made the front page of business media such as Business Week and Fortune Magazine. Our venture capital business, especially for high-tech Investing in the industry has always been a model for Wall Street and Silicon Valley to follow.��


    "...In addition, the greatest wealth of our Phoenix Bank is our chairman. His financial talent has been vividly reflected in many incidents in the past five years! Therefore, I believe that the future of Phoenix or Phoenix Merrill is inevitable. Limited!"


    Guo Shouyun, who was suddenly flattered, smiled and motioned for Michael Moretz to take over.


    "As of the first quarter of 2005, Merrill Lynch had total assets of $179 million, including $132 million in private client business, $557 billion in global asset management, $22.78 billion in shareholder equity, and $9.5 billion in net income. US dollars, net profit of 1.73 billion US dollars.��


    "Currently, Merrill Lynch has 975 branches and 48,000 employees in 44 countries around the world. The company has a total of 49 business units. At present, we are the world''s largest economic company and the world''s second largest mutual fund company. Mergers and acquisitions in the United States No. 1 in business, No. 1 research team in the United States by Institutional Investor magazine, No. 1 in municipal traders. Best international stock research institution of the year and most innovative derivatives trading by Euromoney magazine Institutions, best economic companies, best European and global bond lead underwriters. Japan''s leading foreign securities companies selected by "Nikkei Survey", etc. Merrill Lynch, with a history of nearly 100 years, is not only rich in heritage, but also the world''s top A comprehensive investment bank!"


    After his introduction, Guo Shouyun quickly swept his eyes from everyone, "Everyone, I believe you have heard it. If Phoenix and Merrill merge, it will create a company with total assets exceeding 2.5 trillion US dollars and annual main business income exceeding 75 billion yuan. US dollar, annual net profit of more than 16.8 billion US dollars, and its own assets of more than 90 billion US dollars. It is a super financial giant that occupies a dominant position in many sub-fields such as private equity financing, wealth management, asset management, financial product research, municipal bonds, etc. Yes! Imagine what the market will be after such a financial group goes public!"


    "...I believe that when that moment comes, every one of us present will be rewarded handsomely!"


    "Clap...!"


    After a period of not too warm applause, Guo Shouyun continued: "About the merger plan of the two companies! The detailed plan is already in the document given to you, you can go back and read it again. In short, it is a strong alliance, Give full play to their respective strengths and make Phoenix Merrill Lynch a brighter future. Regarding the leadership of the company, I am the chairman of the board, Stephen Bryan is the CEO, Michael Moretz is the co-CEO, and Ruben Destein is the CEO. President and COO, with Patty Sellers as CFO...!"


    More than half of the top executives of the new company are Phoenix people. Except for Gregory Fleming, Peter Krause, Thomas Montag and a few capable cronies who are not Stan O''Neill, Merrill Lynch''s top executives were retained. In addition, the rest were fired by a paper contract.


    "...In addition, I always think that Merrill Lynch''s ''management committee'' system is very good, so I plan to keep this system. As for the specific personnel, it will be decided after the meeting and discussion after the merger of the two companies."


    Merrill Lynch''s management committee system is the company''s decision-making body. The members are all senior executives of the company. There are 23 people! Teamwork ensures Merrill''s continued growth. Of course, there is no truly perfect system in the world, otherwise Merrill Lynch would not have suffered heavy losses in the subprime mortgage crisis and was acquired by Bank of America.


    However, compared with the management system in which the CEOs make a decision, the collective management system of Merrill Lynch''s "management committee" is more recognized by Guo Shouyun.


    "...As for the company''s board of directors, among all the institutions present today, those who own 1% of Phoenix Merrill''s shares have the right to send representatives to the board of directors. The number of directors on the board of directors will be limited to 25-30!"


    "...specific financing standards. Now the largest financial institution in the United States is Citi. Its revenue in the first quarter of this year was 22 billion US dollars, its net profit was 7.46 billion US dollars, tier 1 capital was 79.4 billion US dollars, 2.1 trillion in total assets, 21.7% Net profit growth, 37.2% return on investment. P/E ratio of 22 times, market cap of $253.7 billion.��


    "The second largest financial institution is Bank of America, with revenue of $15.2 billion in the first quarter of this year, net profit of $4.96 billion, Tier 1 capital of $61.4 billion, total assets of $1.6 trillion, 18.7% increase in net profit, 31.2% ROI. 19 times earnings, $191.7 billion market cap.��


    "The third largest financial institution is MG Chase, with revenue of $12.7 billion in the first quarter of this year, net profit of $3.96 billion, Tier 1 capital of $54.4 billion, total assets of $1.4 trillion, a 19.3% increase in net profit, and a 29.2% increase in net profit. ROI. 18 times earnings, $152.3 billion market cap.��


    "In comparison, Phoenix Merrill''s revenue in the first quarter of this year was US$19.749 billion, net profit was US$5.4 billion; Tier 1 capital was US$90.7 billion, total assets were US$2.57 trillion, and the comprehensive net profit growth rate was 20.97%. Citi, our key figures are no worse than any bank, and we even far surpass Citi in terms of Tier 1 capital adequacy and total assets."


    "According to Phoenix Merrill Lynch''s comprehensive operations and various financial data, we believe that Phoenix Merrill Lynch''s market value should be around $220 billion. In view of the special circumstances of this financing, I am willing to use a 90% discount as the basis for the Let''s talk."


    The estimated market value is 220 billion US dollars, a 10% discount is 198 billion US dollars!


    After everyone in the audience exchanged glances, Goldman Sachs CEO Blank Fein spoke first.


    "Bruce, I think Phoenix Merrill''s estimated market capitalization is a bit too high. First, Phoenix Merrill''s $5.4 billion in net profit does not represent a sufficient advantage compared to Bank of America''s $4.96 billion net profit. Second, Citibank''s equity multiplier The number is eleven, Bank of America''s is ten, and Phoenix Merrill''s combined equity multiplier is fourteen, which undoubtedly means that Phoenix Merrill''s $2.5 trillion in total assets contains a higher risk than Citi."


    The reciprocal of the shareholders'' equity ratio is called the equity multiplier, that is, how many times the total assets are the total shareholders'' equity. The equity multiplier reflects the size of a company''s financial leverage. The larger the equity multiplier, the smaller the proportion of capital invested by shareholders in assets, and the greater the financial leverage.


    "...So, I think Phoenix Merrill''s estimated market capitalization is more reasonable between $180 billion and $200 billion!"


    "I agree with Mr. Fein''s point of view. In addition, today''s financing is not just a simple financing There are also certain over-the-counter factors. Taken together, the valuation of Phoenix Merrill Lynch and the price discount Should be better." Bear Stearns representative Charles Prince.


    He was also in the Schiff and Citi camps at the beginning, but in the end he was unable to resist the temptation of financing after the merger of Phoenix-Merrill Lynch, so he was pulled over by Blank Fein. Now, the two sides clearly have the appearance of a united front.


    As for the over-the-counter factor he mentioned, it is nothing more than becoming a shareholder of Phoenix Merrill Lynch, and we must mobilize our own strength to promote the merger of the two companies, which will undoubtedly be opposed to the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch with Schiff, Citi, and ING Group. The big institutions are competing against each other, and a lot of energy and even financial resources will be spent in the middle!


    "Everyone, my conflict with Citi, Schiff, ING Group and other institutions is not a secret, and I believe you are all aware of it. It is precisely because of their opposition that I took a lower discount in Phoenix Merrill Lynch''s financing. Let. Otherwise, wouldn��t I keep the tens of billions of dollars of wealth in my own hands?�� I hope everyone understands that making money comes at a price! As for the difference between me and you in the estimated market value of Phoenix Merrill Lynch, we can��t talk about it now. It''s too early. When you read the information you have and have a better understanding of Phoenix Merrill''s situation, it''s not too late for us to discuss this matter! However, in view of the current external situation, I will only give you Two days. In two days, I hope to hear more constructive comments!"

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    Chapter 764 Huge Financing


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    The first day''s meeting didn''t last long. ?www?w?. ?Guo Shouyun only briefly talked about the merger plan of Phoenix and Merrill, the future direction of discovery, and a simple valuation method. The real negotiation will only be discussed in detail after the representatives of the various consortiums have read the detailed information on Phoenix and Merrill.


    Of course, for two huge financial companies with huge assets of US$2.5 trillion and hundreds of thousands of documents involved, it will be a huge workload to analyze them thoroughly within two days. Fortunately, every consortium representative who came here brought enough entourage. Everyone worked overtime. Finally, after two days, they had a detailed understanding of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch''s operating data and financial situation.


    What follows is a cumbersome discussion that is almost as fierce as the haggling of the uncles and aunts in the vegetable market. Threats, inducements and buck-passing are not enough for outsiders.


    After three days of entanglement, Morgan Family Fund, Roosevelt Family Fund, Bush Family Fund, Kennedy Family Fund, Goldman Sachs, Royal Bank of Scotland, kkr, Morgan Stanley, Bain Capital, Bear Stearns, Blackstone Group, Carlyle Group, and then Together with Bruce Fund, Phoenix Bank and Merrill Lynch, representatives of the fifteen parties signed their names on the final agreement.


    According to the content of the contract: Merrill''s shareholders will convert their own shares into Phoenix Merrill''s new shares on a three-for-one-for-one basis; while Phoenix Bank will convert their own shares into Phoenix Merrill on a three-for-two basis. of new shares.


    This means that Guo Shouyun''s 47.3% of Merrill''s shares held by Bruce Fund will be converted into 15.77% of Phoenix Merrill''s new shares. His 67.8% stake in Phoenix Bank will be converted into 42.94% of new Phoenix Merrill Lynch shares. He still holds a controlling stake in the company, holding a total of 58.7% of Phoenix Merrill''s shares.


    The next step is financing.


    After negotiation, the representatives of the fifteen parties agreed that the basic offer of Phoenix Merrill Lynch was US$190 billion! Morgan Family Fund, Roosevelt Family Fund, Bush Family Fund, Kennedy Family Fund, Goldman Sachs, Royal Bank of Scotland, kkr, Morgan Stanley, Bain Capital, Bear Stearns, Blackstone Group, Carlyle Group, Thirteen parties acquired Phoenix for $75 billion 28.3% of Merrill Lynch.


    At this time, we can see the gap in the strength of the consortiums of all parties. It has to be said that the Morgan family, a consortium that has been rooted in the American financial industry for hundreds of years, is really strong. They invested 12 billion US dollars to get a 4.53% stake in Phoenix Merrill Lynch. Some Merrill Lynch shares, with a 6.47% stake, make the Morgan family fund the second largest holding institution after the Bruce fund.


    After this dilution, Guo Shouyun''s shareholding in Phoenix Merrill was also greatly reduced, and finally settled at 42.09%!


    However, this is also in line with his purpose. If he continues to control Phoenix Merrill, I am afraid that the hat of monopoly will still be difficult to remove.


    After talking about the business, it is natural to have a celebration dinner! Guo Shouyun, the protagonist, is also the center of the conversation.


    "Bruce, when will Phoenix Merrill be officially listed?"


    asked Morgan Stanley CEO Walker Fairbank.


    "If the merger goes well, I plan to officially launch the listing of Phoenix Merrill in October in the second half of the year."


    "What about the underwriters?"


    "Walker, we are the second largest investment bank on Wall Street!" Guo Shouyun laughed.


    "As a sprawling entity with an estimated market cap of over $270 billion, two underwriters are not many!"


    "The two underwriters are really suitable, but I think we are more suitable for Goldman Sachs!" Blankfein came over with a glass of wine.


    "Blank, Goldman Sachs is behind us in securities underwriting!"


    "Walker, Goldman''s clients are wealthy people, they have stronger investment ability, and the ability to identify good stocks. Quality stocks like Phoenix Merrill Lynch are the most popular."


    Goldman Sachs has always been a well-known ''white shoe'' company on Wall Street. Although Merrill Lynch led the ''Wall Street to Main Street'' action, making investment no longer a toy for the rich, Goldman Sachs, which insists on the partnership system, has always been a high-end player on Wall Street. , they are not like Merrill Lynch, they are among the best in wealth management and have huge assets. However, he used his connections in the upper class to obtain rich returns through high-risk transactions.


    Among the top five investment banks on Wall Street, the most cunning player is Goldman Sachs!


    "You two, don''t have to fight. Phoenix Merrill''s listed underwriters, apart from ourselves, will not have any exceptions!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Bruce, how many shares are you going to take out to raise money?"


    Blankfein also changed the subject.


    "10%!"


    "I''m more curious about the $75 billion in financing, what will Phoenix Merrill Lynch do?" Walker Fairbank asked.


    "Phoenix Merrill Lynch has a lot of businesses. Although the US$75 billion is huge, it is not a big deal. However, the specific distribution plan still needs to be discussed and decided by the management!"


    "Bruce, based on the information I''ve seen from Phoenix Merrill Lynch, you seem to be reducing your private equity holdings and investing in different properties?" Blankfein asked.


    Guo Shouyun was a little surprised by this guy''s carefulness, and nodded after briefly thinking about it.


    "Why? Now all financial institutions know that real estate derivative bonds are the most profitable business!"


    "Merrill Lynch''s investment portfolio has a large share of different yields and derivative bonds, and the risk exposure is also too high. I need to balance it! As for the reduction of private equity, we just cast a wide net before and become The current focus is on fishing. In fact, Phoenix Merrill Lynch��s overall investment in private equity has not changed, but the investment goals are more concentrated than before.�� Guo Shouyun said.


    "Key investments are good, but aren''t you afraid of losing money?"


    "As long as you do a good job of investigation in advance and keep abreast of the trends of these companies, unless there is a black swan event, the possibility of loss is very small." After a pause, "Besides, even if you invest in treasury bonds, there may be losses, right?!"


    Blankfein nodded and raised his glass with a smile!


    "cheers!"


    "cheers!"


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    "boom��!"


    The huge movement showed the owner''s anger.


    "Damn Goldman Sachs, **** Bear Stearns, they dare to betray us!" Steven Liping, the fiery CEO of Halliburton Energy, slapped the table angrily.


    Except for him, all the people in the whole room who participated in the alliance against Bruce Guo looked bad!


    The betrayals of Goldman Sachs and Bear Stearns were a heavy blow to them. Ironically, if the two hadn''t withdrawn voluntarily, they wouldn''t have known about it.


    "Anger is meaningless, the key is to find a way to deal with it!" William Schiff said solemnly.


    "What way? Are we going to chase those two **** back?"


    "Of course it''s not to get back. It''s how to deal with the difficulties that come with it. Goldman Sachs and Bear Stearns'' betrayals are definitely not without reasons. Since Bruce Guo is willing to spend a lot of money to win over them, he is naturally willing to win over others. Befriending private equity institutions such as Carlyle and Blackstone, with the support of the Roosevelt family behind it, and now with Goldman Sachs and Bear Stearns, this force has erupted, not weaker than us, or even stronger than us!"


    "The key is to find out what means Bruce Guo used to win over Goldman Sachs and Bear Stearns? Apart from them, which other consortiums were attracted by him?" Citi CEO Cram Pandit frowned.


    "With the cunning and greed of Goldman Sachs and Bear Stearns, coupled with the status quo of Bruce Guo. The most likely thing to turn their backs on us is the original stock of the new company after the merger of Phoenix and Merrill! And I received news that Goldman Sachs, Bell Stern''s business jet had been to San Francisco a week ago," said Barclays Capital CEO Jeremy Searle.


    "William, haven''t your people been staring at Bruce Guo? Haven''t there been any valuable discoveries?" Jeremy Dyer asked.


    "Bruce Guo is very cautious. Moreover, the level of vigilance in the Hanshan Courtyard is very high, and the vehicles passing by do not have any unique signs. Although we monitored the periphery, we did not find anything." William Schiff shook his head.


    The stalking and surveillance routine is perfectly normal in America, where private detectives abound. But unfortunately, since the accident of Jasmine Bevin, Guo Shouyun has attached great importance to the security of his residence and the workplace he frequents. Let alone a private detective, even if you''re a CIA agent, don''t even come in unscathed.


    After more than five years, hundreds of millions of dollars are not in vain. The members of the three bases, Rudy Muller, Deng Feng, and Hualei, have been training every day.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Just then, William Schiff''s phone rang suddenly.


    Taking a look at the caller ID, William''s face changed slightly, and after making an apologetic look to everyone, he turned and walked out of the conference room.


    "Mrs. Snow, what''s the matter with calling me...!"


    He was interrupted before he could finish speaking.


    "Mr. Schiff, I''m afraid I can''t continue what I promised you last time!"


    "Why? Didn''t the antitrust investigation begin?" William Schiff quickly asked That''s right. But this morning, Mr. President spoke to me personally. And repeatedly explained that the merger of Phoenix and Merrill should not involve a monopoly, the two sides are just ordinary business mergers and acquisitions! "


    "president?!"


    "Yes, the president has intervened! Obviously, your opponent has begun to prepare to counterattack, and has an advantage from the beginning!" Connelly said solemnly.


    "Mrs. Snow, according to the constitution, members of the USTC are politically neutral. Even the president cannot directly interfere with your position!"


    "Mr. Schiff, that''s true. But we don''t exist independently. We have families, we have relatives, we have friends. We need to think about them too. Also, the rest of the trade committee thinks the merger of Phoenix and Merrill is normal. business transactions. So even if I still support your strategy, it will not change the fact that the Trade Commission withdraws its antitrust investigation into the ''Phoenix and Merrill Lynch merger''!"

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    Chapter 765: The Suppressed Inverted Guo School


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    "Is there no other way?" William Schiff said solemnly after a moment of silence.


    "Sorry, I really can''t think of any other way! Also, take me to thank your father, Christopher has found a new job and can''t go to Citi! Goodbye!"


    Feeling the alienation in the words, listening to the blind tone after hanging up on the phone, William Schiff''s face was covered with clouds!


    A week ago, they felt they were winning, but now, in just a few days, the situation has taken a turn for the worse.


    "The Bush family fell to Bruce Guo!"


    Bush''s willingness to come forward for this matter naturally got enough benefits from Guo Shouyun, and this matter hardly needs to be guessed.


    But after understanding it, William Shiv''s heart suddenly became cold.


    Although in various conspiracy theories, the President of the United States is just a puppet of a consortium. But how can the power of a head of state be as simple as a puppet. Otherwise, the Roosevelt family and the Bush family, who have served as presidents successively, would not have played such an important role in American history.


    Now with the support of the Bush family, coupled with the Roosevelt family, and a number of consortia including Goldman Sachs and Bear Stearns, the advantages they had before disappeared in an instant.


    But what made him more embarrassed than these was how the opposite person said this!


    You know, the alliance they formed against Bruce Guo did not have any close connection with each other. I made all the money by shorting LinkedIn before, so that everyone has a little bit of unity. And now once the plan against Bruce Guo is likely to fail, they will never care about the plans of the Schiff family. Protecting their own interests from loss is their priority.


    Just when William Schiff hesitated and couldn''t think of a way, someone in the conference room was already impatient, pushed the door and walked out.


    "William, what happened?"


    Steven Liping, despite his fiery temper, is no fool. Just by looking at William Schiff''s expression, he knew that something bad must have happened.


    Look at him, and then look at the other people behind him whose eyes were fixed on him. After a moment of silence, William Schiff decided to tell the truth. Because the U.S. Trade Commission withdrew the news of the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch, it was made public to the outside world. Even if he hides it now, they will know from the media in a few days. It is better to take the initiative to speak now than to let everyone be distracted by lying.


    "Mrs. Snow just called, and the Trade Commission decided to withdraw the antitrust investigation against the Phoenix-Merrill Lynch merger proposal!"


    "what?"


    "William, are you serious?"


    Citi CEO Krampandit, who was standing behind him, took a step forward and his face changed drastically.


    William Schiff nodded solemnly.


    "Why? Didn''t you promise that John Snow and Connery were done?" Steven Liping asked.


    "The president has stepped in!"


    Everyone''s expressions sank!


    "Should Congress impeach him, how can the president intervene in a business dispute?" Steven Liping said angrily.


    Of course, no one thought Congress would impeach the president for such a trivial matter! Even Steven Liping himself understood that his words were just venting.


    "Everyone, the current situation is very unfavorable for us, and we should discuss a solution as soon as possible!"


    "There may be a chance for the hearing in three days!" Jeremy Dyer said solemnly.


    Pushed by Vice President Cheney, Congress decided to hold the first hearing on whether the merger of Phoenix and Merrill would involve a monopoly in three days.


    "That''s right! We still have a chance. If Congress vetoes the merger of the two sides, even the president cannot openly violate the resolution of Congress!" William Schiff said quickly.


    Although he knew in his heart that there was little hope, even if there was still a glimmer of hope, he had to seize it. Otherwise, the people will disperse, and the team will also disperse.


    The people who participated in the meeting exchanged glances, and although they nodded their heads and admitted William Schiff''s words, it was clear from their expressions that they were no longer optimistic about preventing the ''Phoenix Merrill merger''.


    Putting everything into his eyes, William Schiff sighed in his heart. In fact, he doesn''t really care whether it can prevent the merger of Phoenix Merrill, but his father does take this matter very seriously, and regards it as an important factor in his next move!


    An originally depressing meeting ended in a more depressing atmosphere!


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    On March 8, 2005, Guo Shouyun temporarily bid farewell to his wife and children, and came to Washington from San Francisco to participate in the congressional hearing on whether the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch involved a monopoly issue the day after tomorrow!


    Originally, this matter only required Stephen Bryan and Michael Moretz to come forward. Coupled with the consortia he has won over, there will be basically no problem through this hearing.


    But aside from the hearing, he has other things to settle.


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    John''s Cafe, a coffee shop located on the corner of Potomac Avenue in Washington, is one of thousands of ordinary coffee shops in the United States, just like its name. If anything, its thirty-year history is perhaps the only thing to be commended.


    This coffee shop run by the old couple of John, because of its location is not outstanding, although the taste of coffee and donuts is relatively good, but in this era of marketing is king, except for some old customers, few young people choose here . They prefer to go to Starbucks or Deitch in the center of the street.


    Guo Shouyun got out of the car, looked at the store, realized that he had not found the wrong place, pushed the door and walked in.


    There are six or seven tables scattered in the store of about 80 square meters. The thick wood has suffered great wear and tear due to long-term use, but due to the long-term wiping, a layer of translucent clams has appeared on the surface. Light.


    There are a lot of Elvis Presley posters and stickers on the surrounding walls. It can be seen that the owner likes this rock singer who was popular all over the United States in the 1960s and 1970s!


    In this thick, quaint, western-style coffee shop, Guo Shouyun found the customer he wanted to meet.


    He strode over and sat down in the seat opposite him.


    "How did you choose this place?"


    "do not like?"


    "Not really. It just doesn''t feel like a place you can reach!"


    "What do you drink?"


    At this moment, an old man dressed as a white waiter came over and asked.


    After a brief glance at him, "A cup of cappuccino, half sugar, thank you!"


    "OK, just a second!"


    "John, get me another latte!"


    "Or the old rules?"


    "certainly!"


    "I take back what I said before, it seems that you are really familiar!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "You know that I graduated from the University of Washington Law School, and this is where I often worked during college. Later, even after graduation, I would occasionally come here to sit and sit. ... By the way, the John family has run this coffee shop. For over half a century, their doughnuts are so delicious, you can try them!"


    "Forget it, I really don''t have an appetite for donuts!" Guo Shouyun waved his hand and took a deep look at the person opposite, "Karl, do you have nothing to say to me except this store? "


    Karlov''s eyes jumped, and after looking at Guo Shouyun for a long time, he slowly shook his head.


    "It''s too late to say anything! The mistake has been made and cannot be undone. As for the reason for the mistake, I think the people at Goldman Sachs have already told you!"


    When he promised to put Goldman Sachs on the financing list of Phoenix Merrill Lynch, he planned to find out from his mouth who had disclosed his secret acquisition of Merrill Lynch shares.


    When the name Karlov came out of Blankfein''s mouth, Guo Shouyun was very complicated.


    More than four years ago, when he was still very weak, Karlov helped him a lot, especially in politics. The Pacific Group, Unocal, Phoenix and other companies have been able to develop so smoothly, thanks to Karlov''s escort.


    So in order to reciprocate, he has multiplied the money invested by Karlov through the Thunder Fund over the years. Moreover, he also let his children recognize him as the godfather!


    But it was such a friend who he thought was the most unlikely to betray him, but behind his back gave his most important secret to his enemy! Nearly hurting myself, my painstaking plan for more than three years has been in vain!


    Guo Shouyun nodded slowly.


    "Since you don''t want to say anything. Then I won''t ask any more questions. There is a word in the East called ''cutting the robe and breaking the righteousness'', to describe the end of friendship. Today I will give you this word!"


    Flower Fall He slowly stood up.


    "Karl, thank you for your help over the past four years, but I also hate your last betrayal. . . . Goodbye!"


    "Bruce, please believe it. I also have a last resort!"


    Guo Shouyun did not look back.


    "Your difficulty is the status and reputation that you cannot give up!"


    Looking at the figure striding out of the coffee shop, Karlov''s face showed a lonely color!


    "Boss, this is the information you want!"


    Back in the car, Wang Jue handed over a stack of documents.


    After a brief glance, Guo Shouyun threw it back.


    "Send anonymously to the prosecutor in Washington, D.C., I think he''ll be interested in this material!"


    When the words fell, Guo Shouyun glanced at the figure still sitting inside through the car window, and there was a coldness in his eyes. A person who has betrayed himself, he can no longer let him stay in a high position with peace of mind. This is too much of a threat to yourself. So, letting him go is the best option!


    "Karl, I won''t say sorry. You are the one who takes me first in this matter!" Guo Shouyun said silently in his heart.


    "drive!"


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 v2 Chapter 766： Tiaohu Lishan

    Chapter seven hundred and sixty-six tune the tiger away from the mountain


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    Richard Cheney walked into the office with a heavy heart. The change in the Phoenix Merrill merger situation was beyond his expectations. It used to be a victory a week ago, but now it has become no chance of winning.


    But even if it fails, it''s not a big loss for him. He''s just the former president of Halliburton Energy, and he''s in for profit. Now, he has got most of the money that he should get, and even if he loses the rest, he still earns it, but the gains are not as generous as he imagined before.


    "Dong dong...!"


    Richard Cheney had just walked into his office not long when there was a knock on the door. It was his assistant who came in.


    "Boss, the president is calling, I hope you can visit his office as soon as possible!"


    "president?!"


    Richard Cheney frowned.


    "Yes!"


    "Did you say what happened?"


    "No!"


    "Okay, I see. You go down first!"


    The assistant nodded, turned and left. In the empty office, Richard Cheney''s mind raced. Combining what happened in the past few days, he roughly had a rough guess about the next meeting.


    After simply tidying up his desk, he walked out of the room. As vice president, Richard Cheney''s official residence is not the White House at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, but Building One Observatory Loop. Of course, the two are not far apart. More than half an hour later, Richard Cheney was sitting in front of Bush Jr.


    "George, are you looking for me?"


    "Richard, here you are!...Sit down and talk!"


    After waving his hand and motioning him to sit across from him, Bush said straight to the point: "Originally, I was going to pay a state visit to Japan the day after tomorrow, but the war in Iraq suddenly changed and I couldn''t leave temporarily. So I want you to go there instead of me. to Japan."


    "Japan!" Richard Cheney frowned slightly, looking at Bush Jr.''s deep eyes, "George, you can postpone it for a few days...!"


    Bush interrupted his words with a wave of his hand, "The Marine Corps found the trace of S. Damm in the important town of Hanaigan in northern Diyala Province, Iraq. I want to stay and see this **** die as soon as possible. But this time the Japanese The state visit is related to the G20 meeting to be held in Tokyo in May. We must first communicate with Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi on issues such as trade and Japan-US military cooperation. Now that time is running out, we can only ask you to go to a meeting first. trip!"


    "George, it''s better for Rice as Secretary of State to come forward than me!"


    "Condoliza has gone to the UK to meet the British Prime Minister, that''s why I found you!"


    Richard Cheney''s heart was heavy as he looked at Bush Jr. with a smile on his face. He is not a fool, and it is obvious that he was premeditated to go to Japan. Without him, a congressional hearing to examine whether the Phoenix-Merrill Lynch merger involves a monopoly would have to change its head.


    Without him, a staunch opponent of high authority, naturally no one can stop the merger of Phoenix and Merrill!


    "Okay, I''ll go!"


    "Haha, Richard, I knew you would agree!"


    Richard Cheney smiled wryly, Bush Jr. directly used national affairs as a weapon, and did not give him a way out at all. Moreover, the merger of Phoenix and Merrill was unstoppable in his view. Because before he came here, he had already received more than a dozen lobbying calls, all of whom were two-time political and business leaders in the United States, and among them were top figures like the head of the Morgan family!


    As a shrewd politician, Richard Cheney wasn''t ready to stand alone when he realized that something was wrong. Anyway, he has done enough for Halliburton Energy, and he is not living up to his promise to them! A state visit to Japan is just the right time to get out of this vortex for a while.


    After thinking about this, his heart became a lot easier.


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    "Thank you so much, George....Ok, next time I''m in San Francisco, I''ll treat you to dinner!...Ok, bye!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun showed a triumphant smile on his face, and said to the three men he relied on: "Success! Richard Cheney will go to Japan the day after tomorrow, and the head of the hearing will be Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell. Take over!"


    "Great, without the stumbling block of Richard Cheney. The hearing is just a passing game for us!" Michael Moretz excitedly said.


    Everyone here knows that Mitch McConnell, the Republican leader, is a **** Bush Jr. Since Mr. President supports the merger of Phoenix and Merrill, he will naturally not oppose it.


    "Now finally no one can stop us!"


    Reuben Destein, president and chief operating officer of Phoenix Merrill Lynch, was also delighted.


    "It''s still too early to be happy. As long as the hearing is not over, this matter will not really be settled. And the Schiff family and Citi, plus ING Group and Barclays Capital are not so easy to deal with!" Stephen Bu Lane said.


    "Stephen, do you think there is anything else we haven''t considered?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "No, I just think that the alliance between the Schiff family and Citigroup is not so easy to deal with. After all, even if we win over Morgan, Bush and other allies, it is unknown how much effort they will really make. Therefore, we can''t be too happy."


    Guo Shouyun pondered for a moment and then nodded.


    "Be careful! ... By the way, this time the financing of 75 billion US dollars will be placed in the company''s account for the time being. No one will move without my order!"


    "Yes!"


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    Compared to Guo Shouyun''s relaxed chat atmosphere. The atmosphere in the conference room at the top of the Schiff family clubhouse was extremely solemn. Old Schiff, William Schiff, Citi CEO Cram Pandit, ING Group President and Chief Operating Officer Daniel Trotter, Barclays CEO John Varley, Halliburton Energy CEO Steven Lippin, six people sit together. They are also the core members of the entire league.


    As for the quartet of Chevron, Comscat, General Electric, and Maersk, although they oppose Bruce Guo, they are more out of industry competition and not mixed with personal conflicts. Waste of time and energy. Of course, if Schiff and the Citi Alliance can still show them the possibility of a Bruce Kuo war then they don''t mind offering support.


    "Richard Cheney has called, and the president asked him to go to Japan for a state visit the day after tomorrow, so he can''t participate in the hearing!" Steven Liping said with an ugly face.


    "So our operation failed?" John Varley said.


    Steven Liping was about to nod when he was interrupted by old Schiff.


    "No, we haven''t failed yet!"


    After seeing that everyone''s eyes were attracted to him, "the one who succeeded Richard Cheney as the head of this hearing was Republican leader Mitch McConnell. Although this guy is a supporter of Bush Jr., he was in his early years. Once a Ku Klux Klan, a white supremacist, it''s not easy for him to help Bruce Guo, a Chinese-American!"


    "Gesell, is this true?" Steven Liping asked eagerly.


    "Of course! She and I were both students at Williams Middle School at the time. Although the Three K Club he founded was banned by the school, it also made this guy a man of the school at that time!" Old Schiff''s eyes were full of A touch of memory.


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    "Then what are you waiting for, hurry up and get this guy!"


    "Steven, don''t worry, we still have enough time!"

 v2 Chapter 767： Capitol Hill

    Chapter 767 Capitol Hill


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    "Boss, the car is ready for you!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded, looked at himself in the mirror, and turned around halfway.


    "Wang Jue, look at my suit?"


    "It fits very well! With the boss''s figure, he looks handsome in whatever clothes he wears!" Wang Jue did not hesitate to praise himself.


    Guo Shouyun smiled, "Let''s go, it''s almost time!"


    Wang Jue nodded and followed him out. Meet Stephen Bryan, Michael Moretz, and Ruben Durstein at the hotel, along with Phoenix and Merrill''s entourage, for a ride to Capitol Hill!


    Although Capitol Hill is called a mountain, it is actually just a hill with a height of 25 meters. The national heart of the United States, the ''U.S. Capitol Building'', is built on it.


    The Capitol is a 3-story building with a total length of 233 meters. It is mainly made of white marble. There is a 3-story dome with a high appearance rate on the central top floor. Above the dome is a 6-meter-high bronze statue of the Statue of Liberty. statue. The north and south wings on both sides of the big dome are the offices of the House of Representatives and the Senate. The chamber of the House of Representatives is where the President of the United States delivers his annual State of the Union address. It is modeled on the Pantheon in Paris, expressing its majesty and emphasizing monumentality. It is a masterpiece of classical revival style architecture.


    Guo Shouyun is no stranger to the Capitol. The large lawn on the east side of the Capitol is the place where successive presidents delivered their inaugural speeches. Bush attended the inaugural speeches after his two successful election campaigns.


    After getting out of the car and passing through the three bronze ''Columbian Departments'', he glanced at the eight oil paintings representing American history in the rotunda, and then walked straight to the corridor on the left.


    The hearing was held in the conference room of the Senate. When Guo Shouyun walked in with his own people, someone had already arrived early.


    As the protagonists of today, they naturally attracted the attention of almost everyone!


    "Boss, look!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. In fact, he didn''t need Wang Jue to remind him. He also noticed Gesell Schiff sitting on the left, Citi CEO Kram Pandit and other "enemies".


    After nodding and saying hello to a few acquaintances, Guo Shouyun took his own people to the front of their seats and sat down. Stephen Bryan sat beside him.


    "Boss, something is wrong!"


    "You feel it too?"


    Bryan nodded, "Richard Cheney has been paid by us. It stands to reason that today''s hearing is just a cutscene, and no one can stop the merger of Phoenix and Merrill, which means Schiff and Citigroup. The failure of the conspiracy. It stands to reason that neither Gesel Schiff nor Kram Pandit will come today, after all, no one likes to accept failure, and the show of the winner!�� But look now, not only Gesel Schiff And Crum Pandit came, even Halliburton Energy CEO Steven Liping, Dutch ING Group CEO Daniel Trotter, Barclays CEO John Varley also came. They don''t seem to be To accept failure is to welcome success!"


    Guo Shouyun frowned, "I feel the same way too. Do you think there is something wrong?"


    "Probably not, we have made too many preparations, it is impossible to fail!" After thinking for a while, Richard Cheney shook his head.


    "Don''t think about it, just concentrate on the next hearing!"


    Stephen Bryan nodded.


    However, the mood of the two did not relax because of this.


    As time passed, when the minute hand and hour hand reached 9:30, Mitch McConnell, who was in charge of the meeting, patted the microphone lightly, and after feeling that there was no malfunction, he began to say: "Gentlemen, Ladies, welcome to today''s hearing. My name is Mitch McConnell, the director of this hearing. The topic of this hearing is the issue that is most concerned by the American public and the economic community - Phoenix Bank and the United States Whether the merger of the Lin Company involves a monopoly issue."


    ���� Mr. Stephen Bryan, CEO of Phoenix Bank, and Mr. Michael Moretz, CEO of Merrill Lynch.��


    Bryan and Moretz raised their hands at the same time.


    ����Hopefully the two gentlemen will answer honestly any questions raised by the 13 members of the hearing.��


    "Of course, no problem!" Stephen Bryan replied.


    Michael Moretz also nodded.


    "Do you have anything to say about the monopoly that the Phoenix-Merrill Lynch merger is currently widely discussed in the economic world?" Mitch McConnell asked.


    After Stephen Bryan and Michael Moretz exchanged glances, the former said: "Mr. McConnell, I personally think this is a slander by a competitor and a far-fetched interpretation of the masses who do not know the truth. First of all, Phoenix Bank and the United States The new company after Lin''s merger is comparable to Citigroup in terms of revenue and profit. Although the company''s assets will be higher, Citigroup''s assets are also $2.1 trillion. Since Citigroup''s mergers and acquisitions and operations do not involve monopoly, then Why would the merger of Phoenix Bank and Merrill Lynch involve a monopoly?"


    ����Secondly, the meaning of monopoly is the manipulation and control of the production, sale and price of commodities in one or several sectors by a small number of large capitalist enterprises, by mutual agreement or alliance, in order to obtain high profits. Now Phoenix and Merrill Lynch��s The merger was just an ordinary commercial merger. We did not connect any financial institution among Citi, MG Chase, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley to manipulate the financial market. The scale of Phoenix Merrill Lynch is far from being able to manipulate the market.��


    "...So, the accusation that the merger of Phoenix and Merrill involved a monopoly is groundless and shady, and violates basic business laws and the federal constitution. I hope the committee can give us a fair ruling and maintain the normal business order of the federal government. and rules."


    "...Committee, my presentation is over!"


    "There is a complaint from an agency that: Phoenix Merrill Lynch is jointly manipulating the spot price of gold and the price of oil. What''s your explanation?"


    "Mr. McConnell, I believe that every market analysis report from Phoenix and Merrill Lynch is based on solid data. It is not that we can manipulate the market, but our analysts believe that the current price of gold and the price of oil futures Based on our judgment, we will convey our views and opinions to the market to ensure that investors with insufficient professional knowledge can avoid possible market risks in a timely manner. This is not a monopoly, but every large financial institution. responsibility!"


    "Bruce Foundation''s excessive holding of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch will make you deregulated and become an unstable force in the financial market. What does Mr. Michael Moretz think about this?"


    Stephen Bryan''s tight end allowed Mitch McConnell to divert the target.


    "Bruce Fund is only the shareholder, and the operation of the company is the management. We have undergone rigorous professional training and have proven our work ethic over many years of professional life. Therefore, we will be honest within the limits of the federal constitution. operate Phoenix Merrill Lynch without succumbing to any individual or institution making decisions that are detrimental to the entire American financial market."


    "...In addition, Phoenix Bank and Merrill Lynch have just conducted a round of financing. The equity held by the Bruce Fund does not exceed 45%. There is no possibility of unilateral manipulation of the company''s operations!"


    Mitch McConnell threw question after question, a gesture of breaking the casserole and asking to the end. It made Guo Shouyun, Michael Moretz and others frown.


    That''s not how someone on their side was supposed to behave!


    "Bruce, there''s something wrong with Mitch McConnell!" Stephen Bryan whispered, frowning tightly.


    "We were negligent. I just thought he was a supporter of Bush Jr., a member of the Republican Party, and thought he would support us. Now it seems that he has long been pulled over by Schiff and the Citi Alliance."


    "Fortunately, to really decide whether the merger of Phoenix and Merrill involves a monopoly, all members of the committee need to vote, so we have not failed!"


    Guo Shouyun nodded. Although Mitch McConnell is in charge of this hearing, he is only one vote. The remaining twelve people are also critical to this hearing. However, since Schiff and Citigroup have wooed him, they will inevitably woo others in the hearing. Although he also has his own layout in it, it is still unknown who will die in the end. However, Guo Shouyun''s heart was gloomy when he saw Karl Rove sitting among the 13 witnesses in the hearing. The appearance of this friend who betrayed him here is not a good sign.


    "The questioning session ends here, and the thirteen committee members of the hearing will vote based on the answers from Phoenix Bank and Merrill Lynch. After hearing this, everyone in the venue immediately focused their attention. Even the normally calm Guo Shouyun''s heart beat a little faster.


    Mitch McConnell organized the language and said, "Please raise your hand if you think the ''Phoenix-Merrill merger involves a monopoly''!"


    Six people raised their right hands one after another. Seeing this, Guo Shouyun''s heart sank instantly, and his expression became ugly. Through the previous inquiry session, Mitch McConnell, who was originally thought to belong to their side, was obviously drawn over by the Schiff family and Citi. And he hasn''t made a statement yet.


    Mitch McConnell, who was watched by countless people in the audience, smiled faintly and slowly raised his right hand.


    But it is strange that he did not see his expected disappointment and anger from Bruce Guo''s face, but instead saw joy, joy and disbelief.


    In contrast, Gesell Schiff, Krum Pandit and others who should have been happy were filled with shock and anger, and even the impatient Steven Liping had already ''jumped'' out of his seat. stand up.

 v2 Chapter 768： turnaround

    Chapter seven hundred and sixty-eight turns a corner


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    "what happened?"


    Looking at the eyes of everyone, Mitch McConnell asked angrily and surprised: "Karl Rove, didn''t you raise your hand just now?"


    "Actually, I have been hesitating for a while. After thinking about it at the end, I still feel that the merger of Phoenix and Merrill is just an ordinary business merger and does not involve an industry monopoly!" Karl Rove said calmly.


    "You have to think about it?!" Mitch McConnell looked ugly.


    "I thought about it very clearly!"


    "Mr. McConnell, the current situation is 7:6. Most of the members of the hearing did not think that the merger of Phoenix and Merrill involved a monopoly, so please respect everyone''s opinions and the rules of the meeting, and announce the final The result!"


    Guo Shouyun stood up directly and said.


    Although the final result was full of drama and far beyond his expectations, no matter what, Guo Shouyun would not let the fruit of victory slip from his hands.


    Looking at him, and looking at the concerned eyes around him, Mitch McConnell took a deep breath. Even if he doesn''t want to, in the public eye, he can''t really abolish the public for personal reasons. Otherwise, even if he rejects the result of today''s vote, there will be another vote that favors Bruce Guo. After all, standing behind him is the President!


    "I declare that the merger of Phoenix Bank and Merrill Lynch is a normal business merger and does not involve a monopoly!"


    "Whoa...!"


    Under the leadership of Guo Shouyun, accompanied by the accompanying staff of Phoenix Bank and Merrill Lynch, countless applause broke out in the entire conference room. Of course there are exceptions, after all, losers don''t applaud winners.


    After the applause stopped for a while, Guo Shouyun wore a winner''s smile and looked at Gesell Schiff and others who were preparing to leave with a heavy expression.


    "Mr. Schiff, Mr. Pandit, it looks like I won this time!"


    Gesell Schiff paused, "Mr. Guo, don''t forget that we won when we were short on LinkedIn. If you get back a game today, it''s just a draw! No, it shouldn''t be called a draw. , after all, we made $1.2 billion by shorting LinkedIn, and this time you not only made no profit, but also lost the controlling stake of Phoenix Merrill Lynch, allowing Goldman Sachs, Blackstone, and the Morgan family to make big profits!  Say you''re still a loser!"


    "Really? Then we''ll just walk and see!"


    "certainly!"


    Gesell Schiff, who left two words, turned and strode outside.


    "Don''t be too happy, things have just begun between us!" Steven Liping threatened.


    Guo Shouyun buckled his ears, "Do we know each other?"


    After speaking, he turned and left.


    "you��!"


    With a furious expression on his face, Steven Liping, who was about to catch up, saw the two sturdy bodyguards blocking the way, his expression stagnant, after a cold snort, he turned around and followed the footsteps of Gesell Schiff and others and left the conference room .


    "Bruce, congratulations!"


    Carlyle Group CEO David Rubinstand, who came to the hearing.


    "Thank you! But it should be said that it is Tongxi. The Carlyle Group is also a shareholder of Phoenix Merrill!"


    "Haha, that''s right!"


    "But to be honest, I thought it was over in the end. Never thought that Karl Rove would support you at the last minute! The result is so dramatic, it''s unbelievable!" Goldman Sachs CEO Bran C. Finn took over.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, with a hint of emotion and elusiveness in his words.


    "Unbelievable indeed!"


    ��


    "Why? Why would you support Bruce Guo?"


    After the hearing, Mitch McConnell found Karl Rove angrily.


    "Why can''t I support Bruce Guo? Did I tell you in advance that I must vote against the merger of Phoenix and Merrill?" Karl Rove asked rhetorically.


    "I��!"


    Mitch McConnell froze for a moment. They really didn''t look for Karl Rove in advance. But hasn''t the latter broke up with Bruce Guo? It stands to reason that the latter should no longer be supported.


    "You haven''t...!"


    After waving his hand to interrupt him, Karl Rove said indifferently: "How to make a decision is my business, you don''t have to worry about it!"


    After speaking, he turned and left. Looking at his back, Mitch McConnell''s face changed, and finally gave up after snorting coldly and asked for a clear idea. The hearing has ended, and the merger of Phoenix and Merrill has become a foregone conclusion.


    "Jingle Bell��!"


    Karl Rove had just gotten into his car when the phone rang. Picked it up and glanced at the caller ID and pressed the answer button.


    "Why help me?"


    "This is what I owe you!"


    After a long silence, "Thank you!...Karl, the grievances between us are written off!...Dudu!"


    Listening to the blind tone, Karl Rove sighed with a complex expression.


    On the other side, Guo Shouyun, who hung up the phone, turned to ask, "Has the thing given to you the day before yesterday been sent?"


    "It''s been sent out! But the news hasn''t spread, we can buy it back with money." Wang Jue said quickly.


    "Forget it, send it out, send it out!"


    Guo Shouyun waved his hand. If he didn''t expect it, even if he didn''t expose Karl Rove''s black material, the Schiff Citi Alliance, which suffered a big loss, would also be exposed! Since the results are the same, there is no need to do more.


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    "Damn, damn, what is there to show off that bastard. When I became the head of the Schiff family, I had tens of billions of funds, and when I was in the mall, he didn''t know how to play in the mud!"


    Back home, the old Schiff completely lost his composure.


    Seeing his furious father, William Schiff sighed inwardly. He knew his father very well. Although he remained calm on the surface, he was a very conservative person in his heart. He valued his face and the noble family style very much. It was obvious that no one had the slightest disrespect for him. In particular, Guo Shouyun''s behavior of slapping his face in public is even more shameful to him!


    Old Schiff, who had vented a bit, finally calmed down. After taking a deep breath, he picked up the phone and called Citi CEO Kram Pandit.


    "Rahm, I think it''s time to start planning the next step!"


    "I''m sorry, Gesell. The board of directors feels that it is difficult for Bruce Guo to make a profit by shorting Unocal under the premise that he has mastered Phoenix Merrill Lynch, so we, Citi, can no longer participate in the next step!"


    "Ram, that''s not what you said back then!" Old Schiff suppressed his anger.


    "Old man, even though I am Citi''s CEO, major investment actions are also subject to the board of directors. So I''m really sorry! ... Dudu!"


    "boom��!"


    In a hurry, Old Schiff threw the phone out, "Bastard! When these guys take advantage, one is more active than the other, and when it is their turn to contribute, one runs faster than the other!"


    The quality of the Nokia mobile phone is very good. Although it was thrown far away by the old Schiff and a vase was smashed in the middle, it was still in normal use when it was picked up by William Schiff.


    "Father, now that the aftermath of the merger of Phoenix and Merrill has not dissipated, it is normal for Citigroup and the others to have concerns..."


    "Normal shit, I think they were scared by that sassy boy Bruce Guo!" After interrupting his son rudely, Old Schiff picked up the phone again, "I don''t believe that there are not many other than Citigroup. Have the guts!"


    As a result, old Schiff made a round of phone calls. All but Halliburton Energy CEO Steven Liping rejected his offer to collaborate again.


    Old Schiff''s face was ashen, he took a deep breath, and there was a hint of deep thought on his old face. After a while, he turned upstairs, came to his study, opened the safe hidden in the corner, and took out a red mobile phone from it.


    William Schiff, who came with him, saw the phone and his face changed drastically.


    "Father, what are you going to do?"


    Glancing at his son, Old Schiff said in a cold tone: "They are right, after owning Phoenix Merrill, Bruce Guo has reached the peak in terms of financial resources and influence on financial public opinion. Go short before passing it. LinkedIn''s method to short Unocal is no longer realistic. But there is never only one method in this world!"


    "Father, Bruce Guo''s influence is too great now. And now everyone knows we have a conflict with him, once he dies, our Schiff family will be the first to be suspected...!"


    Old Schiff interrupted his son with a wave.


    "Don''t worry, I''m not that unwise yet! And Bruce Guo is so careful, we may not kill him!"


    Stopping here, William Schiff''s heart finally relaxed a lot.


    "Then why did you use the Black Lion Mercenary Group?"


    As an established family in the United States for hundreds of years, the Schiff family, like other established families, also has its own secret armed forces. In addition to defending itself, it also uses this power to deal with some secret activities. The function is basically the same as the inner guards around Guo Shouyun!


    "Don''t Unocal have a lot of oil wells in Southeast Asia? If you blow up some I believe its stock price will respond soon!" Old Schiff''s eyes flashed coldly.


    In order to save face, he really did everything he could.


    "Father, did you really decide to do this?" William Schiff asked in a deep voice after taking a deep breath.


    "What, can''t you?"


    He originally wanted to persuade his father to give up the idea of ??battling with Bruce Guo to the end, but when the words came to his lips, remembering the results of his previous persuasion, he changed it again.


    "It''s not impossible, but doing so will have too much impact!"


    "It is better to have a great influence, so that Unocal''s stock price will fall harder, and our profits will be more. Besides, who in the world knows that we did it?"


    Stopping here, he knew he couldn''t stop it. After all, the head of the Schiff family is not him.

 v2 Chapter 769： google listing

    Chapter 769 Google Listing


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    "boom��!"


    The white golf ball flies into the distance in a graceful arc with the lazy spring afternoon sun. ?www?w?. ?r?a?n?w?e?n?`c?o?m?


    "Yo, Eagle Ball! ...Bruce, it looks like your game has improved again!"


    Guo Shouyun put down his club and said with a smile, "It makes people feel refreshed at a happy event!"


    "That''s true. The merger of Phoenix Bank and Merrill Lynch is a world-class financial institution that rivals Citigroup. If it were me, I would be happy too. No, I should say excited!"


    "Barack, isn''t your ideal of politics? When did you become interested in my business?" Guo Shouyun said with a smile.


    "Even the President of the United States is interested in a company like Phoenix Merrill!" Ao Guanhai rolled his eyes and said.


    Guo Shouyun nodded, "Speaking of the president, Barack, now that you are a senator, it''s time to start preparing for the presidential election in two years."


    Ao Guanhai was shocked, half turned to look at his friend, and said with a serious expression: "Bruce, there has never been a black president in American history!"


    "No does not mean impossible! ... Barack, first of all, you have outstanding political wisdom; second, now that the American people are becoming more and more disgusted with the Republican Party that supports the war, the upper echelons of the United States need an event that can divert people from the war. , there''s nothing more fitting than a black president."


    "...And a black president, in addition to diverting the contradictions of war, can also promote the concept and image of American democracy, freedom, and inclusiveness to the international community. Therefore, it is not impossible for you to become a president, but a great possibility!"


    Ao Guanhai''s eyes flashed quickly. Everyone has ambition, and a man''s ambition is born!


    "Bruce, you''re right. However, this matter still needs your help!"


    "Haha, Barack, we are best friends. Of course I will help you!" Guo Shouyun patted him on the shoulder, "Although the next presidential election is still two years away, in order to help you win this as much as possible. position, we will start preparing from now.��


    "Do you have any idea?"


    Guo Shouyun organized the language, "Next, I will help you organize a policy and inquiry team, specifically for some not too sensitive, but very critical issues. For example: control of conventional weapons, strengthening public supervision of the use of federal funds, climate change and Issues like nuclear terrorism, raise your profile and influence in the Senate and Congress!"


    "Why not anti-war? I think this is what Americans are most concerned about now!" Ou Guanhai asked.


    "There is a saying in the East called ''the gun hits the first bird'', which means: when you don''t have enough ability to control the situation, you are too famous, and often you will not have a good result. . . . Now you have just become a federal Senator, you have just stepped into the upper power circle, and you do not have a strong position or network. If you advertise yourself as anti-war now, you will certainly attract a lot of attention in a short period of time, but now you have no ability or network. , Turn this attention into your own further advantage! Moreover, too obvious labels are often disadvantages. It will make people subconsciously forget about your other abilities!"


    "...So, the ''anti-war'' point of view can be said, but not now. It will not be until you become the only presidential candidate of the Democratic Party in the final presidential contest."


    "Bruce, chatting with you always benefits me a lot!" After thinking for a while, Ou Guanhai agreed.


    "I''m glad to hear your words. Let''s go, it''s almost time, I''ll invite you for lunch!"


    "My favorite thing is to hear you say this! However, I want to eat Chinese food!"


    "Haha, don''t worry, I promise to make you satisfied!"


    The two laughed and left the miniature golf course behind Guo Shouyun Manor. After having lunch together, they sent off Ao Guanhai, who was on a business trip in New York.


    With the merger of Phoenix and Merrill settled, Guo Shouyun''s life was very comfortable during this time. Staying in New York, apart from occasionally handling some documents that must be signed by him in the merger of Phoenix-Merrill Lynch, he is more of wandering in the upper class of New York to expand his network and social circle.


    Of course, more important is the listing of Google!


    Google, which was originally listed in early 2005, had to postpone its listing due to various intrigues and intrigues caused by the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch, in order to pursue a favorable listing environment. Now that the time has come to mid-April, the merger of Phoenix Merrill Lynch has been tentatively completed, and it has enough strength to underwrite Google''s stock.


    April 20, 2005, New York Stock Exchange.


    This is the third time Guo Shouyun has walked here. The first was the listing of LinkedIn, the second was Unocal, and the third was finally Google''s turn.


    Originally, Google''s listing plan was to issue 80 million shares to the market at $74 per share, raising $5.92 billion. But with the delay of the listing plan and the financing from Blackstone Group and Carlyle Group, the company''s development is higher than expected. Therefore, the original listing plan with a total share capital of 500 million and an estimated market value of 37 billion was canceled. Instead, a total share capital of 1 billion, 42 US dollars per share, was issued to the market, and 120 million shares were issued to raise funds of 5.04 billion US dollars.


    The total amount of funds raised is lower because Google is now well developed and can generate enough liquidity by itself. The $5 billion plus Google''s own profits is enough to support the development of new businesses and its own global development plans.


    Therefore, retaining more precious original shares has become the common choice of Google management including Guo Shouyun, Larry Brown and Sergey Brin.


    "Bruce, we finally got this day!"


    Sergey Brin, who was standing on the rostrum, looked at the bustling crowd below. Most of them looked at their crowd with admiration. While their hearts were filled with joy and pride, they couldn''t help but sigh.


    Hearing this, even Larry Brown, who was more calm next to him, nodded forcefully in the face of the peak moment in his life.


    Guo Shouyun stretched out his hands and patted their shoulders, and said with a smile, "We have worked hard for so many years for the present, so enjoy this glorious moment!"


    "Um!"


    The two nodded vigorously.


    "Clang clang...!"


    When the three of them rang the bell for Google to go public together, the ''Google'' logo appeared on the giant display screen in Manhattan outside, along with Easter eggs congratulating the listing!


    As the first stock in the Internet search industry, in this era when the Internet is accepted by more and more people, Google''s listing has been sought after by more and more institutions. One day after the listing, the stock price rose from $42 to $45.7. After half a month, it gradually stabilized at around $62.


    Google''s market value stabilized at $62 billion, and Guo Shouyun''s 361.6 million common shares doubled in value. In addition to him, Google has already listed 4 billionaires including Sergey Brin and Larry Page, as well as 13 multi-millionaires and 47 millionaires!


    For a time, Google became the most enviable company in America. Larry Page and Sergey Brin have made headlines in business magazines including Time, Fortune, and the New York Times, Washington Post, and more!


    Of course, there is also Guo Shouyun. However, his reputation has long since been listed on LinkedIn and Unocal; the gold war with Citigroup, the merger of Phoenix and Merrill, and many other business cases that have shocked the world, have become a well-known business leader. Status is not on the same level as business upstarts like Larry Page and Sergey Brin. Therefore, although it is also reported, the length is not too large. It''s more of a foil to Larry Page and Sergey Brin.


    This kind of feeling is like mentioning BYD, it will bring up Buffett''s financing. Using the reputation of the latter to bless the former is also true here.


    Moreover, the general public likes new things. Covering Bruce Guo is obviously not as attractive as the rich news like Sergey Brin and Larry Page!


    However, Guo Shouyun''s excitement didn''t last long when he was interrupted by bad news from Unocal!


    "Boss, our two offshore drilling rigs in the waters off Samarinda, East Kalimantan, Indonesia, were hijacked by pirates!"


    "Rebecca, today is not April Fool''s Day, don''t make fun of me!" Guo Shouyun said quickly after being stunned for a moment.


    "Boss, you know me. Whether it''s business or personal, I never make any jokes!"


    Rebecca Mark''s serious tone revealed the seriousness of the matter.


    "What the **** is going on You start from the beginning!"


    Guo Shouyun, who knew her character, of course knew that Rebecca was not joking. The words just now were just subconsciously asked by him in shock.


    "At 10:32 this morning, I received a call from a group calling themselves the ''Black Skull Pirates'' who said they had kidnapped our drilling rigs 1 and 3 in Makassar, Una Offshore Oilfield, Indonesia. All staff, let us prepare a ransom of 200 million US dollars within a week, otherwise they will tear up the ticket. In order to be sure that the news is true or false, I have called two platforms, but all of them are disconnected. The mobile phone of the staff is also I couldn''t get through. In the afternoon, I asked the employees of the Indonesian branch to go to the platform to investigate with the cooperation of the police. Before the result was close, they were intercepted by heavy machine guns. According to the description of the branch''s security personnel, these pirates were well-organized and well-armed. Not only are the firearms available, but also rockets! It''s not like an ordinary pirate!"


    "Of course it''s not an ordinary pirate, otherwise how can we kill all 24 security personnel on our two drilling platforms!" Guo Shouyun said coldly.


    There are many islands in Southeast Asia, which are easy to hide. It has been a paradise for pirates since ancient times. Even in modern times, because of its unique terrain, excellent waterways, and the large number of poor people around it, it has become a common place for pirates like Somalia.

 v2 Chapter 770： Black Skull Pirate

    Chapter seven hundred and seventieth black skull pirates


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    It is precisely because of the chaotic environment in Southeast Asia that every offshore drilling rig set up by Unocal here is equipped with twelve fully armed security personnel! They are all military personnel who have been strictly trained for a year at the Yulin Island Base of the Internal Guard Force and have actual combat experience. Although it is still a lot worse than the special forces of various countries, it is much stronger than ordinary soldiers. As for pirates who have not undergone any strict military training, they are even more incomparable.


    Therefore, it is no ordinary pirate who can take them down!


    "Have you checked the details of this ''Black Skull Pirates''?" Guo Shouyun asked.


    "I''ve asked the Indonesian police and they said the name has never been heard in a large pirate group in Southeast Asia!" said Rebecca Mark.


    "Have not heard?"


    "Yes!"


    Guo Shouyun narrowed his eyes, and a thoughtful expression appeared on his face.


    "That''s interesting!"


    "One more thing, boss. Unocal''s stock has suddenly increased a lot of short positions this week, and the total amount is about 12.5 billion US dollars."


    "A sudden increase?"


    "Yes!"


    "Have you checked?"


    "I checked, but most of them are offshore funds. It''s hard to find the real culprit behind the scenes!" After a pause, Rebecca Mark said solemnly, "Boss, I think it''s against our shorts, and this pirate hijacking Our offshore rig thing is intrinsically linked."


    "Tell me what you think?"


    "Unocal''s financial position has always been good, we have ample liquidity, and the oil industry is on the rise. No sane, experienced fund manager would choose Unocal as their target. Unless...they have enough Confidence! It just so happened that pirates hijacked our drilling rig at this time, and when the news spreads, our stock price will definitely fall." Rebecca nodded and replied.


    "Any more?"


    "Boss, people who short Unocal in this way are definitely not ordinary shorts. They have deep contradictions with us, even hatred. There are not many such people. Therefore, although we have no way to trace the short side, But it''s not hard to guess who the enemy is."


    Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed, and after pondering for a moment, "You don''t need to worry about the stock price for now. Concentrate on solving the hostage-taking incident on the drilling platform. There is only one principle: money can be given, and people must ensure my safety!"


    "Yes!"


    After hanging up the phone, Guo Shouyun walked around in the study. He had basically guessed who the enemy was, but he didn''t expect that their methods would be so condescending. However, it is also understandable that Americans have always used their fists to solve problems when they do not understand the truth.


    "Since you choose to use your fists, then I will use my fists too!"


    Thinking of this, Guo Shouyun turned around and picked up his other mobile phone, found Pireli''s number and dialed it.


    "boss!"


    "Where are you?"


    "Dubai!"


    "Dubai?"


    "Hmm! ... I heard that there will be a lot of good things in the Dubai black market in May, so I''ll make a stop."


    The black market has long been no stranger to the internal guard troops with multiple identities such as security personnel and mercenaries. Most of the weapons and ammunition they use are purchased from here, and the seized drugs and artworks are also sold here.


    The black market has long been inseparable from the internal defense forces. Therefore, Guo Shouyun didn''t ask any more questions, and went straight to the topic: "Unocal''s two offshore drilling rigs in Indonesia were hijacked by a force called the ''Black Skull Pirates''. But I suspect that the Black Skulls pirates are scumbags, you use Our information channel in the underground world, let me investigate the true origin of this black skeleton!"


    "Understood! I''ll make arrangements right away!" Pirelli didn''t hesitate.


    As Guo Shouyun expected. The next day, the news that Unocal''s two offshore drilling rigs in Indonesia were hijacked by pirates and demanded a huge ransom of $200 million was quickly spread under the publicity of bc, "New York Times", "Wall Street Journal" and other media. the entire United States. Unocal''s share price fell immediately, dropping 450 basis points on the first day. In the following week, Unocal''s original market value of 73.3 billion US dollars dropped to 61.7 billion US dollars, and its huge assets of 11.6 billion US dollars evaporated like this.


    Although the rise and fall of the stock price does not affect the increase or decrease of the company''s assets, Guo Shouyun is still very heartbroken when he sees that the company''s efforts for more than half a year have come to nothing.


    Not only his heartache, but also Unocal''s shareholders. But no one would have thought of a black swan event like pirates hijacking oil rigs. So Unocal has not been blamed too much by the outside world. But just as much trouble.


    "Bruce, now that the Unocal drilling rig has been hijacked by pirates, what are you going to do?" asked Vanguard Fund CEO Ned Romney on the phone.


    Apart from Guo Shouyun''s Bruce Fund, Vanguard Fund is Unocal''s largest institutional investor. As for the previously invested Morgan Family Fund, Roosevelt Family Fund, Blackstone Group and other PE institutions, most of them cashed out after Unocal went public, and were replaced by mutual funds such as Vanguard Fund, Legg Mason Group, and private investors.


    If not, the Schiffs and Citi wouldn''t be openly shorting Unocal''s stock!


    "Ned, I have contacted Ambassador Peach of the US Embassy in Indonesia, and he will cooperate with us in urging the Indonesian police and military to rescue the hostages taken by pirates!"


    "What about the $200 million ransom? That''s not a small amount!"


    "No matter how much ransom is paid, no human life is worth anything! Besides, we have no other choice, don''t we!" Guo Shouyun said.


    "Bruce, if you need me, I can contact the world''s top security company for you!" After a moment of silence, Ned Romney suddenly said in a strange tone.


    "You want to attack?"


    Guo Shouyun understood in an instant This will make us pay less price, right? ! "


    Hearing this, Guo Shouyun''s eyes flashed. From an economic point of view, Ned Romney''s strategy is indeed correct. Invite top security teams to storm pirate-controlled rigs, even if some hostages die. Then the commissions and death compensation spent will not cost $200 million, or even $100 million.


    "Ned, we''re taking a big moral hazard if we use this strategy!"


    "Bruce, any strategy has flaws. And we are already actively rescuing the hostages, and the law and public opinion will not be too harsh! Moreover, now Unocal is facing great difficulties in the stock market, and we need funds to support the market!"


    "Ned, it''s a big deal. I''ll think about it and get back to you!"


    "ok!...Bruce, you are the chairman of Unocal''s board of directors, no matter what decision you make, I will support you!"


    "thanks!"

 v2 Chapter 771： kill it

    Chapter seven hundred and seventy first kill it


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    "...Unocal CEO Ms. Rebecca Mark said: Every official Unocal employee is the company''s most valuable asset and an inseparable part of the company. So they decided to officially put the company in the U.S. Embassy in Indonesia, as well as the Indonesian police and military. With the help of Fang, negotiate with the pirates and rescue all the hostages as much as possible! bc report for you!"


    "I really want to see if the expression on Bruce Guo''s face is still as proud as before!"


    Looking at the reports on the TV news, old Schiff said happily.


    William Schiff raised his eyebrows slightly, "Father, Unocal''s share price has basically bottomed out. Can we close the position now?"


    "What is Unocal''s share price now?"


    "$61.30!"


    "How much can we earn by closing the position?"


    "After deducting taxes, I can earn about 1.7 billion US dollars." William Schiff made a simple calculation and said.


    "$1.7 billion. The top family fund has a one-year net return."


    Old Schiff was very satisfied with this result. Not only out of breath, but also made a lot of money.


    "...William, now you should understand how much my arrangement has benefited the Schiff family!...$17, this huge fortune only cost us a week. In addition, black The Lions can also get a ransom of 200 million US dollars, and we have obtained nearly 2 billion US dollars of wealth.��


    Seeing his father''s complacent look, William Schiff sighed in his heart. Now that the matter has developed, he no longer persuades his father and Bruce Guo to eliminate the conflict, and both sides have let go of their previous suspicions.


    "Father, the black lion also needs money to appease...!"


    Old Schiff waved his hand, "Don''t worry, I have already explained to Cole that the Black Lions can leave five million dollars as their funding!"


    "Father, is five million dollars too little? After all, the Black Lion used almost all of its personnel in this operation, and six people died. The settlement and salary should be as generous as possible!"


    "How much do you think should be given?"


    "At least ten million dollars!"


    After thinking about it, Old Schiff shook his head, "It''s too much. Six people who sacrificed, each of them received $400,000 to settle down, and everyone involved in this operation was $30,000 each! For a mercenary, this price tag It''s already low."


    Just when William Schiff was about to fight again, the housekeeper knocked on the door and walked in.


    "Master, Master, Citigroup CEO Mr. Krampandit and Holland Group President and Chief Operating Officer Mr. Daniel Trotter are here!"


    "These two guys are dogs. We still have our money in our pockets, and they came to the door just because of the smell." Old Schiff sneered.


    "Don''t people on Wall Street always do that! They''re only interested in money!" William Schiff said.


    He also doesn''t like the greedy bankers on Wall Street.


    "Come on, let''s meet these two guys."


    "Father, if they hit us with the idea of ??this harvest...?"


    Before he could finish speaking, he was interrupted by old Schiff.


    "Don''t even think about it! This time against Unocal, they didn''t do anything at all, and they still want to split the money? How can there be such a cheap thing in the world!"


    "If they know the relationship between the black lion and us...!"


    "How can something without evidence be counted!" After Old Schiff sneered, he turned around and walked out.


    Looking at his father''s back, William Schiff thought about it and followed.


    ��


    "Boss, the matter of the Black Skull Pirates has been checked out!"


    On the phone, Pireli said calmly.


    "Tell me!"


    "Yes! ... As you might expect, this Black Skull Pirate Group is indeed a Xibei. They are actually a ''Black Lion Mercenary Group'' active in southern Africa. There are about 200 members, and the leader is a former American seal. Batty Cole, the commando retired special forces elite, was expelled from the army after he was exposed by the media for brutally killing prisoners in the Gulf War. Later, he joined the Black Lion mercenary group...!"


    "Wait, you said to join?" Guo Shouyun interrupted, "You mean the ''Black Lion Mercenary Group'' has existed for a long time?"


    "Yes! The ''Black Lion Mercenary Corps'' appeared around 1960. It started as one of thousands of small mercenary regiments in Africa, but quickly grew with sufficient financial support. At its peak, it had 500 people. The large-scale mercenary group of the Angola was later severely damaged in the Angolan civil war, and the number of personnel was reduced to about 100. However, for some unknown reason, it has not been restored to the old view in the later period, but has been maintained at about 200. But despite this, ''Black Lion Mercenary'' Corps'' has always been one of the most elite mercenary groups in Africa. Although they are not as famous as eo, blackwater and izo in the global mercenary world, in the eyes of insiders, they are all bloodthirsty jackals!"


    "...As their leader, Batikor is famous for being cruel and bloodthirsty in the mercenary world. He once tortured and killed 127 captured soldiers of the southern armed forces during a military mission in Sudan, known as'' Horrible Cole''."


    After half a sound, I didn''t hear the voice on the phone. Just as Pire Li was about to open his mouth to test it, he heard the calm voice of the big boss coming over.


    "I remember the last time in the Dubai black market, we bought two Sunburn missiles."


    The Sunburn missile is a supersonic anti-ship missile developed in the former Soviet Union, with a range of 160-250 kilometers, a speed of Mach 2.5, and a warhead weighing 300 kilograms.


    "Yes! ... But we don''t have a weapon platform to install these two missiles yet!"


    Anti-ship missiles are amazingly powerful, but of course they are not light in weight. Large warships are needed to unleash its power. But warships are sensitive weapons, and it is difficult to obtain them without the right opportunity. Of course, it''s easy to want those junk that are about to retire, but Guo Shouyun doesn''t like and in a while, he can''t gather the crew to start the warship.


    "Since anti-ship missiles can destroy warships, they can also destroy ground targets!"


    "Understood, I will notify Rudy immediately and let him modify it."


    "I told him about this, your task is to confirm the exact location of the ''Black Lion Mercenary Group'' lair, and then destroy it!"


    "Boss, in this case, your $200 million is probably gone!"


    "Don''t worry! I will use a special box to hold these two hundred million dollars, and I will guarantee that your missiles will not be destroyed!"


    Two hundred million US dollars is not a small amount, of course Guo Shouyun is reluctant to burn it to Lord Yama. Moreover, taking 200 million US dollars from Unocal, a listed company, to its own internal defense force is, to some extent, a kind of fake public welfare.


    Of course, there are surprises in everything. Therefore, Guo Shouyun is also mentally prepared for all losses. And killing this black hand, who may belong to the ''Schiff family'', is far more valuable than $200 million.

 ~： The end

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    After stopping for such a long time, I think everyone has some guesses about the ending of this book. The final result is as everyone guessed, "Reborn Capital Empire" is about to enter the palace. As for the reason: the arm can not bend the thigh.


    Speaking of which, I am also unlucky. The first book "Empire of the Far East" belongs to the Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China. I have no experience in writing it for the first time, so I can only blame myself. Later, I bought dozens of books of various categories such as history, politics, military, and biography in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and supplemented all kinds of knowledge. I was well prepared. I wrote a complete outline, character analysis, and two There are more than ten chapters, and when it is about to start a new chapter, the big boss ordered the entire Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China to be sealed. All the hard work was in vain.


    But once we rise to fight against the common people, if we can''t change the big environment, we can change ourselves. Then I chatted with the seniors in the circle, followed the instructions, entered the pit of the city, and wrote my second book "Bao Tong". Although being scolded by more than N friends in the middle is not realistic, the writing of more than 4 million words can be regarded as a level of writing, and I have the qualification to become a professional writer.


    The third book, "Taoyuan Villa", is considered a pastoral genre, but because of the inability to grasp the rhythm, the later writing collapsed. To sum up, I really am not the one to write about the pastoral. So the fourth book jumped decisively to the more interesting business warfare category, which is the current book "Reborn Capital Empire".


    According to my original plan, the book will also be around 4 million words. If you follow the current chapters, you will write a big story, about fifty or sixty chapters, around the conflicts between Guo Shouyun and the Schiff family, as well as the competition for Brazilian oil and Iraqi oil.


    After the past, after some small plots foreshadowing, will usher in the climax of the book, which is the subprime mortgage crisis! There are disputes of interests between countries, disputes between families and families, and disputes between consortiums and consortiums. Rockefeller, Ford, and DuPont, which were rarely mentioned before, will all end in succession. The protagonist will also use the crisis to truly ascend to the core of American power. This is a chapter of a huge plot.


    After the subprime mortgage crisis is over, there will be a period of stability that lasts for about 150 chapters, followed by the last big story, the "European Debt Crisis".


    After the end of the European debt crisis, it is a smooth end. The total length is about 1500 chapters.


    After writing "Rebirth of Capital Empire", the next book is still in the business war category, still the United States, and also a rebirth text, but it will start from the late 1980s, and the pattern will not be as big as "Reborn Capital Empire", mainly concentrated for pan-entertainment and the Internet.


    After finishing this book, I will write two rebirth articles on business warfare in the background of China''s reform and opening up and the Internet tide. These are the four business battles that I have planned for myself. Each of them has about 4 million words. After writing it, it is estimated that I will be almost 40 years old.


    But everything really lives up to the old saying - ''plans don''t change quickly''. As soon as my ten-year career plan was completed, the grim reality hit me in the head. "Taoyuan Villa" and "Bao Tong" were banned for political matters. Including the previous "Empire of the Far East", all the things I worked hard for for six years were all gone in one fell swoop. There are not many six years in life!


    For me, although this result is not a thunderbolt, it is not acceptable for a while. As a result, you have also seen that I have no motivation or confidence to continue writing "Reborn Capital Empire". Although it has not been blocked yet, even "Taoyuan Villa" and "Treasure Eye" have been blocked. It is estimated that "Reborn Capital Empire", which has formed a private armed force and mentioned sensitive content, has turned the American political scene upside down. Not far.


    I''ve been beaten three times, and it''s time to wake up. Although "Reborn Capital Empire" is only half written, it leaves infinite regrets. But I really don''t want to be hit in the head again.


    From now on, I will never write a book about urban reality again! !


    As for the new book, it has been reconsidered for now. The general plot is already available. If it goes well, it will be uploaded in a few days. The category is fantasy. Although many seniors have the experience, it is easy to turn into fantasy in the city, but I have no other better choice. Throw it, it''s a big deal, start all over again!


    Alright, that''s all I''ve written, it''s an explanation to everyone for so long!


    One last word: Dear friends who support Dongren and "Reborn Capital Empire", I''m really, really sorry! I didn''t finish this book!


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